Title Page

  • MD Regional Office

  • Client:

  • Property Address:

  • Please take a photo of the front door.

  • Date:

  • Contract Manager:

  • Inspection Completed By:

MD Group - Line Manager Inspection Instructions & Scoring Guide

The following sets out the criteria & scoring guide for MD Group Line Managers site inspections.

  • A target of 1 Line Manager Site Inspection for each Operative to be completed every 6 months.

  • A minimum of 1 Line Manager Site Inspection to be completed for each Contractor to be completed every 6 months.

  • The monitoring spreadsheet will be stored on the SHEQ drive.

  • A question is scored as 'NO' were the Site Conditions/MD Operative/Approved Sub Contractors Operative, is in breach of the requirements of MD Group Policies and Procedures and/or relevant applicable legislation and where a HSE inspector would issue enforcement action in the form of a Prohibition Notice.

  • A question is scored as "YES" where the Site Conditions/MD Operative/Approved Sub Contractors Operative, can demonstrate they understand the requirements of MD Group Policies and Procedures and are proactively applying them to the work being conducted at this site to demonstrate safe working practices.

  • Actions raised MUST be followed up and the report updated to Close Out the Actions. Where Actions remain open these will be reported back to Operations Managers/SHEQ for resolution.

  • Areas where mandatory photos are required will be highlighted throughout the inspection.

Job Details

  • Work Log Type:

  • Please detail type of works, i.e. Kitchen replacement

  • One Serve Job No:

  • Photo of any work related vehicles (considerate parking etc)

1. Employment status

  • Are the Operatives MD employees or Sub-contractors?

  • Name of employee

  • 1.1 Does the Operative have an MD ID badge?

  • 1.2 Does the Operative have their PDA to hand?

  • 1.3 Can the Operative access the SHEQ app via their PDA?

  • 1.4 Does the Operative know how to log a near miss on their PDA?

  • 1.5 Does the Operative know how to log a concern on their PDA?

  • 2.1 Has a Site Pack been prepared & made available to the MD Operatives on this site? (Not applicable for Reactive jobs)

  • 2.2 Have all MD Operatives/Contractors/Visitors signed in?

  • 2.3. Has QMF 439 Void/Planned Pre-start Risk Assessment been completed? (Not applicable for Reactive jobs)

  • 2.4 Are Risk Assessments/SOPs/Work Instructions/Method Statements available for reference?

  • 2.5 Is the MD Operative aware of the site specific hazards and risks?

  • 2.6 In the event of an emergency, does the MD Operative know the escalation process, including contact details of the Contract Manager?

3. Working at height

  • 3.1 Are any working at height activities taking place?

  • Detail type of access

  • Are ladder guards fitted?

  • Are brick guards in place?

  • Has the scafftag been updated in the last 7 days?

  • Has ladder been tagged and inspected within the last 12 months?

  • Have steps been tagged and inspected within the last 12 months?

  • If any power tools are in use - please ensure you check a copy of QMF 397 HAVS Baseline Questionnaire is on the employees PeopleHR. If not please flag to the SHEQ team.

4. Tools and Equipment

  • 4.1 Do the tools & equipment on site appear to be in good condition and suitable for the task?

  • 4.2 Are tools being used correctly and in a safe manner?

  • 4.3 Are all electrical tools used on site 110 volts, battery powered or, if over 230v, an RCD is use?

  • 4.4 Have all Portable Electrical Appliances, tools and equipment been PAT tested with evidence of the test available (i.e. certificate or sticker)?

  • 4.5 Are tools & equipment that create construction dust, fitted with a suitable & sufficient means to reduce dust at source, such as dust bags / extraction attachments etc?

  • 4.6 Are tools & equipment being stored correctly when not in use?

Housekeeping

  • 5.1 Is housekeeping kept to a high standard across the site?

  • 5.2 Is access/egress into and around the site, free from slip, trip and fall hazards?

  • 5.3 Are working areas accessible and clear of obstructions, floor surfaces even, stairwells uncluttered?

  • 5.4 Are suitable measures in place to prevent unauthorised access into the site by unauthorised persons (i.e. suitable signage, barriers or hoarding erected where required)?

Waste Management

  • 5.5 Take Photographs to show waste storage (i.e. bagged ready for collection or loading into vans, etc).

  • 5.6 Is waste being stored safely / appropriately? Excess and redundant materials removed when not in use or stored safely in readiness for removal.

Welfare Arrangements

  • 5.7 Have suitable welfare facilities been provided?

  • What alternative arrangements are in place if welfare is not provided on site? i.e. local shops?

6. Fire

  • 6.1 Is the Operative aware of the process for raising an alarm in the event of a fire?

  • 6.2 Are all fire escape routes, fire exits and access to fire points kept free from obstructions?

  • 6.3 If carrying out Hot Works, is fire fighting equipment available? (if not carrying out Hot Works N/A)

7. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • 7.1 Are Operatives wearing appropriate PPE in line with company policy and RAMS/SOPS?

  • 7.2 Is replacement PPE available in the event PPE may be damaged or mislaid?

  • 7.3 Where Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is used, have Operatives confirmed they have been face fitted tested?

  • Please check records of face fitting testing (QMF 284) is available on PeopleHR or contact SHEQ.

  • 7.4 Add photograph of First Aid Kit

8. Asbestos

  • 8.1 Is the property asbestos information available to view on site for MD Operatives?

  • 8.1a Please provide photo of asbestos report.

  • 8.2 Is the information in a format that can be easily read and understood?

  • 8.3 Are all operatives working on the site aware of all asbestos locations (if any present)?

  • 8.4 Is the MD Operative aware of the MD Group escalation procedure if suspected asbestos containing materials are found during the course of the project?

  • 8.5 Have all MD Operatives working on the site confirmed they have completed an Asbestos Awareness Course within the last 12 months?

  • Please check there are copies of the training certificates on PeopleHR or contact the HR or SHEQ team.

9. COSHH

  • 9.1 Are Operatives using any chemicals/substances that require COSHH assessments?

  • Do they have access the relevant COSHH assessment onsite or online

  • Company Name

  • Contractors on site

  • Do all Contractors have an ID badge (MD or own Company)

  • Works in progress

  • Please ensure you speak to your contact at the above company and request training/qualifications for the Contractors on site today. This should include asbestos awareness training as a minimum and proof of competency if working with Gas, Electrics or carrying out other asbestos works, i.e. CatB.

  • Is the relevant site pack on site?

  • Have all personnel on site signed in?

  • Has QMF 439 Void/Planned Pre-start Risk Assessment been completed? (Not applicable for Reactive jobs)

  • Are Contractors RAMS available on site for reference?

  • Contractor's RAMS should be stored centrally - please check you have a copy of the Contractors generic RAMS.

  • Are all personnel on site aware of identified risks, i.e. asbestos, flues etc

  • Is asbestos information available?

  • Are all personnel on site aware of ACM locations?

  • Are all personnel on site aware of asbestos procedures?

  • Is appropriate PPE being worn as stated in Contractors RAMS?

  • Is a first aid kit available on site?

  • Are any working at height activities taking place?

  • Detail type of access

  • Are ladder guards fitted?

  • Are brick guards in place?

  • Has the scafftag been updated in the last 7 days?

  • If not available on site, please check you have received the handover certificate and the scaffold is recorded on the Scaffold register in the Working at Height Folder on the SHEQ drive.

  • Has ladder been tagged and inspected within the last 12 months?

  • Have steps been tagged and inspected within the last 12 months?

  • Proof of working at height training should be requested from the Company.

  • Do tools and equipment appear to be in good condition?

  • Are tools fit for purpose and used correctly?

  • Have all relevant tool been PAT within the past year?

  • Are tools & equipment stored correctly when not in use?

  • Is the site free from slip/trip hazards?

  • Is suitable work signage in place

  • Is housekeeping to a high standard?

  • Is waste stored appropriately?

  • Are there suitable welfare facilities on site?

  • What alternative arrangements are in place?

  • Are escape routes free from obstruction?

  • Is fire fighting equipment available?

  • Are Contractors using any chemicals/substances that require COSHH assessments?

  • Please list the products

  • Is the appropriate PPE being worn?

  • Proof of COSHH training/TBT should be requested from the Company.

  • Based on this audit, do you want to request an 'in depth' audit to be carried out on this Company by the SHEQ team?

Comments & Signatories

Any Other Comments

  • Any other comments?

Report Signatories:

  • Inspection Completed by:

  • Date of Signature:

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