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Guidance Notes

Guidance Notes

  • Workplace Waste Walks should be undertaken as per agreed local area schedule. The results and any corrective actions should be discussed at the next departmental performance review meeting.

    The local area Workplace Waste Walk is a proactive measure to:

    • Ensure adherence to agreed standards
    • Observe improvements implemented
    • Identify opportunities for further improvement
    • Encourage and drive near miss reporting

    Please refer to the Guidance Notes over the page for more information and clarity on completing the Workplace Waste Walk.
    Please complete the form below by circling the rating score most applicable to your Local Area. Ratings as follows:​
    • 0 – No
    • 1 – Mostly No, with 1 or 2 exceptions
    • 2 – Mostly Yes, with 1 or 2 exceptions
    • 3 – Yes

Detailed Guidance for Questions

  • 1 Is PPE being worn and is it appropriate for that job (refer to PPE Matrix, if available)
    2 Other examples of safety equipment include Fork Lift Truck / Stacker pre-start inspections, machine interlocks, explosion vents, cask end stops etc.
    3 For example: fire extinguishers, eyewash bottles/stations, confined space rescue kit, first aid kits, defibrillator etc.
    4 Observation should include an inspection of floors, stairs, ladders, working platforms and generally all work surfaces are in good working condition. No stains, leaks or spillages.
    5 Inspection should cover all work area fire exits, aisles, walkways, safety escape corridors and all point of use areas. Ensure escape signage is clear, un-ambiguous and exits are clearly marked
    6 Inspection of electrical equipment should include: ensuring electrical panels are in good condition and securely locked (where required), lighting in work areas is operable and provides sufficient illumination, all equipment has been PAT tested and in date
    7 Ensure all tools are clean, in good working condition, fit for purpose and sensibly located to minimise time spent locating it. If a shadow-board is employed, ensure that all equipment is in its correct position.
    8 Ensure Site rules are being observed. Refer to issued permit to work to ensure activity risks have been addressed and appropriate control measures are being adhered to e.g. safety harness being worn, ladders used safely etc.
    9 Areas of waste to look for will include:
    • Leaks – e.g. steam, condensate, spirit, liquors, compressed air, oil, fluid, water, lubrication, casks, energy
    • Energy – e.g. equipment on unnecessarily (e.g. lights, computers, conveyors) or doors left open
    • Materials – e.g. overflowing rubbish bins or recycling bins, quarantine area not cleared regularly. Items here should be clearly signed and dated
    10 Area standards defining work area 5S rules are up to date and visible (e.g. visual standards, cleaning schedules etc.)
    11 Key performance indicators in place should relate to either Safety, Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery or Morale
    e.g. Safety – near miss reporting or Workplace Waste Walks to schedule, Productivity – casks per man hour, wash still turnaround etc.
    12 Any One Beam Way VM Board e.g. Team Board, Performance Review Board, Focussed Improvement Board, Shift Handover Board etc. Are KPIs, action plans, team info etc. clearly displayed and up to date
    13 Is current operating procedure(s) for area clearly displayed, current and being adhered to by team
    14 Is there a meeting schedule, is there a record of attendees and are all people attending where possible
    15 Do teams have a set agenda and code of conduct clearly displayed and are all meeting actions assigned an owner, due date and are these actions displayed for all to see
    16 Is there evidence of the team receiving positive feedback and of good performance being recognised and encouraged.

1.0 EHS / 5S

  • ¿Todo el personal cumple adecuadamente con el uso de EPIs en la tareas y lugares requeridos?

  • ¿Todos los equipamientos de seguridad del lugar se encuentran en buenas condiciones / habilitados? (Resguardos, sistemas de parada, barandillas, etc...)

  • ¿Todos los equipamientos de emergencias están claramente identificados, libres de obstáculos, accesibles y con la inspección técnica reglamentaria completada en fecha?

  • ¿Las superficies y suelos en el trabajo están en perfecto estado, sin irregularidades, sin sustancias resbaladizas u obstáculos inadecuados que puedan provocar un tropiezo, resbalón o algún otro riesgo importante?

  • Las vías de evacuación y salidas de emergencias esta claramente identificadas y libres de obstáculos.<br>

  • Los equipos eléctricos del área de trabajo esta en buenas condiciones de uso y protegidos adecuadamente.

  • Las herramientas de trabajo se encuentran en buenas condiciones y debidamente ordenadas y colocadas.

  • Las contratas externas están habilitadas y cumplen con los métodos de trabajo. En su caso dispone del permiso de trabajo correspondiente.

  • Los equipos y las áreas de trabajo están limpias y libres de suciedad y desperdicios.

  • Las instrucciones de trabajo se encuentran en le lugar de trabajo, son visibles y accesibles para su consulta.

2.0 VISUAL MANAGEMENT

  • Los Indicadores Clave de Rendimiento están visibles en el lugar de trabajo y actualizados debidamente.<br>

  • Los tablones de gestión visual están bien organizados, las gráficas e información esta actualizada y es de fácil lectura.

  • Los procedimientos operativos están actualizados, visibles y se cumplen.

3.0 TEAMWORK

  • Las reuniones de equipo se realizan regularmente de forma adecuada y los miembros de equipo atienden a las mismas como es debido.

  • Los equipos de trabajo cumplen con el código de conducta, con la agenda y se acuerdan las acciones con responsables y fechas de ejecución de forma adecuada.

  • Es reconocido visiblemente y se evidencia el buen desempeño.

Change Since Last Workplace Waste Walk

  • Added to monitoring KPI Chart

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