Service Centres: Environmental Checklist 2024-2026

• Date the environmental check was conducted on.

  Date

• Site conducted

  Select

• People completing or participating in the check:

• Provide a description of the service centre; which windfarms it services and a summary of activities, for example if the service centre has waste and/or oil storage.

• Review the last time an environmental check was carried out and any open Sphera environmental records associated with the site. List all items to be revisited during this check, for example outstanding actions.

Housekeeping: Oil & chemical containers under 200 litres. If none, mark as n/a for this checklist & skip to the 'large storage' section

• Do containers have sufficient strength and structural integrity so they don’t leak or burst under normal use? For example, rusty or dented containers are unlikely to be fit for use.

  Select Yes. All containers are in good condition with no evidence of holes, no containers are warped, all lids are tightly screwed on. All containers are fit for purpose. Partially. Most containers are in good condition, but a minority of containers are showing signs of being warped, slight damage and/or lids are not fitted. No. Most containers are in poor condition and it is posing a pollution risk to the site. Not applicable as there are no small chemical or oil stores.

  • Yes. All containers are in good condition with no evidence of holes, no containers are warped, all lids are tightly screwed on. All containers are fit for purpose.
  • Partially. Most containers are in good condition, but a minority of containers are showing signs of being warped, slight damage and/or lids are not fitted.
  • No. Most containers are in poor condition and it is posing a pollution risk to the site.
  • Not applicable as there are no small chemical or oil stores.

• Are containers stored inside a building, under cover or protected from the elements by another method?

  Select Yes. No. Not applicable as no small containers are stored at this site.

  • Yes.
  • No.
  • Not applicable as no small containers are stored at this site.

• Are full or part full containers stored directly on top of one another? This does not apply to empty containers.

  Select No. There is no double stacking and full/part full containers are in good condition. Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked but are in good condition with no evidence of splitting or collapsing. Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked and there are examples of the containers splitting/collapsing. Not applicable. No full/part full containers present.

  • No. There is no double stacking and full/part full containers are in good condition.
  • Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked but are in good condition with no evidence of splitting or collapsing.
  • Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked and there are examples of the containers splitting/collapsing.
  • Not applicable. No full/part full containers present.

• Would the store benefit from signage/additional signage? If yes please explain how this will be implemented/improved.

  Select No. The service centre has clear and concise signage which is an example of good practice for house keeping. Yes. Whilst the area for small container house keeping is tidy and free of stains/debris and containers are in good condition-the area would benefit from signage to identify location of different chemicals & oils + the identifying empties for waste management. Yes. The area has poor housekeeping which is creating a pollution risk at the service centre. In addition to signage the area must be improved in other ways, for example ensuring containers are in good condition-residual oil stains are cleaned up and removing any litter in the area. Not applicable as there are no small storage areas.

  • No. The service centre has clear and concise signage which is an example of good practice for house keeping.
  • Yes. Whilst the area for small container house keeping is tidy and free of stains/debris and containers are in good condition-the area would benefit from signage to identify location of different chemicals & oils + the identifying empties for waste management.
  • Yes. The area has poor housekeeping which is creating a pollution risk at the service centre. In addition to signage the area must be improved in other ways, for example ensuring containers are in good condition-residual oil stains are cleaned up and removing any litter in the area.
  • Not applicable as there are no small storage areas.

• Tick all forms of secondary containment used. Secondary containment systems are not a requirement-but can be utilised where needed to improve housekeeping and assist in pollution risk.

  Select Standard drip tray (stainless steel and/or plastic) Sump pallets Dedicated external storage (e.g. shipping container) 'Built in' bunded floor Plant trays (plant nappy/sponge/etc.) Not applicable - no secondary containment on site

  • Standard drip tray (stainless steel and/or plastic)
  • Sump pallets
  • Dedicated external storage (e.g. shipping container)
  • 'Built in' bunded floor
  • Plant trays (plant nappy/sponge/etc.)
  • Not applicable - no secondary containment on site

• Is any secondary containment in poor condition?

  Select Secondary containment is in good condition with no evidence of splitting, it is free of debris, oil& water. It is also fit for purpose. Secondary containment is in sufficient condition. There is some debris/oil/water present but in amounts that does not compromise the ability to capture spills. There is some evidence of warping or splitting but is still functional. Secondary containment is in poor condition. It is full of debris/water/oil. It is broken and cannot do the job. Not applicable. Secondary containment is not being used, but housekeeping is in good condition & it is not a legal requirement in this case.

  • Secondary containment is in good condition with no evidence of splitting, it is free of debris, oil& water. It is also fit for purpose.
  • Secondary containment is in sufficient condition. There is some debris/oil/water present but in amounts that does not compromise the ability to capture spills. There is some evidence of warping or splitting but is still functional.
  • Secondary containment is in poor condition. It is full of debris/water/oil. It is broken and cannot do the job.
  • Not applicable. Secondary containment is not being used, but housekeeping is in good condition & it is not a legal requirement in this case.

• Would the small oil/chemical stores benefit from additional secondary containment systems? If so, describe suggestions.

• Depending on the findings in this section, discuss improvement options with the Area Manager and summarise them here.

Housekeeping: Oil & chemical containers over 200 litres. If none, mark as n/a for this checklist.

• Do containers have sufficient strength and structural integrity so they don’t leak or burst under normal use? For example, rusty or dented containers are unlikely to be fit for use.

  Select Yes. All drum(s) are in good condition with no evidence of holes, rust or damage, all lids are tightly screwed on. All drums are fit for purpose. Partially. Most drum(s) are in good condition, but a minority of them are showing signs of being damaged, rusty and/or lids are not fitted. No. Most drum(s) are in poor condition and it is posing a pollution risk to the site. Not applicable as there are no large chemical or oil stores.

  • Yes. All drum(s) are in good condition with no evidence of holes, rust or damage, all lids are tightly screwed on. All drums are fit for purpose.
  • Partially. Most drum(s) are in good condition, but a minority of them are showing signs of being damaged, rusty and/or lids are not fitted.
  • No. Most drum(s) are in poor condition and it is posing a pollution risk to the site.
  • Not applicable as there are no large chemical or oil stores.

• Are containers stored inside a building, under cover or protected from the elements by another method?

  Select Yes No Not applicable, as no large oil/chemical stores.

  • Yes
  • No
  • Not applicable, as no large oil/chemical stores.

• Are full or part full drums stored directly on top of one another? If so is there risk of splitting under pressure or over stacking?

  Select No. There is no double stacking and full/part full containers are in good condition. Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked but are in good condition with no evidence of splitting or collapsing. Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked and there are examples of the containers splitting/collapsing. Not applicable. No full/part full containers present.

  • No. There is no double stacking and full/part full containers are in good condition.
  • Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked but are in good condition with no evidence of splitting or collapsing.
  • Yes. Full and/or part full containers are double stacked and there are examples of the containers splitting/collapsing.
  • Not applicable. No full/part full containers present.

• Would the the store benefit from signage/additional signage? If yes please explain how this will be implemented/improved.

  Select Yes. all containers are clearly labelled Not Labelled but waste management is sufficient. Containers are not labelled but waste management is sufficient including waste segregation. No. Containers are not labelled and waste management is in overall poor condition.

  • Yes. all containers are clearly labelled
  • Not Labelled but waste management is sufficient. Containers are not labelled but waste management is sufficient including waste segregation.
  • No. Containers are not labelled and waste management is in overall poor condition.

• Tick all forms of secondary containment used.

  Select Standard drip tray (stainless steel and/or plastic) Sump pallets Dedicated external storage (e.g. shipping container) 'Built in' bunded floor Plant trays (plant nappy/sponge/etc.) Not applicable - no secondary containment on site

  • Standard drip tray (stainless steel and/or plastic)
  • Sump pallets
  • Dedicated external storage (e.g. shipping container)
  • 'Built in' bunded floor
  • Plant trays (plant nappy/sponge/etc.)
  • Not applicable - no secondary containment on site

• Does the secondary containment 'volume' meet legal requirements? If no, please describe why and what is needed to ensure compliance.

  Select Yes, secondary containment meets legal requirements. No, the secondary containment does not meet the legal requirements. N/A. There is no secondary containment on site, as it is not a legal requirement in England and Wales if stored inside.

  • Yes, secondary containment meets legal requirements.
  • No, the secondary containment does not meet the legal requirements.
  • N/A. There is no secondary containment on site, as it is not a legal requirement in England and Wales if stored inside.

• Is any secondary containment in poor condition?

  Select Secondary containment is in good condition with no evidence of splitting, it is free of debris, oil& water. It is also fit for purpose. Secondary containment is in sufficient condition. There is some debris/oil/water present but in amounts that does not compromise the ability to capture spills. There is some evidence of warping or splitting but is still functional. Secondary containment is in poor condition. It is full of debris/water/oil. It is broken and cannot do the job. Not applicable. Secondary containment is not being used, but housekeeping is in good condition & it is not a legal requirement in this case.

  • Secondary containment is in good condition with no evidence of splitting, it is free of debris, oil& water. It is also fit for purpose.
  • Secondary containment is in sufficient condition. There is some debris/oil/water present but in amounts that does not compromise the ability to capture spills. There is some evidence of warping or splitting but is still functional.
  • Secondary containment is in poor condition. It is full of debris/water/oil. It is broken and cannot do the job.
  • Not applicable. Secondary containment is not being used, but housekeeping is in good condition & it is not a legal requirement in this case.

• List and Photograph all containers above 200L on site.

• Depending on the findings in this section, discuss improvement options with the Area Manager and summarise them here.

Housekeeping: mobile plant & handling oil and chemicals at the service centre:

• Is there any equipment on site that can be used to assist the process of oil and chemical transfer? E.g. Funnel

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is mobile plant in good condition and stored on plant nappies/sponges both during use and whilst stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Spill kits:

• Are spill kits present and easily accessed at the service centre (easy to get to and not blocked by other items)?

  Select Yes, spill kits are easily accessible. No, there are no spill kits/they are hard to access

  • Yes, spill kits are easily accessible.
  • No, there are no spill kits/they are hard to access

• Are the spill kits maintained to a good standard? (well stocked, organised, labelled)

  Select Spill kits are maintained to a good standard and well labelled. Spill kits are poorly maintained and/or do not have labels.

  • Spill kits are maintained to a good standard and well labelled.
  • Spill kits are poorly maintained and/or do not have labels.

• Is the spill kit free of any rubbish?

  Select The spill kit is free of any rubbish. The spill kit has rubbish inside.

  • The spill kit is free of any rubbish.
  • The spill kit has rubbish inside.

• Is there at least 180L worth of 'oil selective' spill kit material (e.g. two grab bags) present?

  Select Yes No, but an oil spill kit is on order No and an oil spill kit is not on order

  • Yes
  • No, but an oil spill kit is on order
  • No and an oil spill kit is not on order

• Is there at least 90L worth of 'chemical/all purpose' spill kit material present (one grab bag)?

  Select Yes No, but a chemical spill kit is on order No, and a chemical spill kit is not on order.

  • Yes
  • No, but a chemical spill kit is on order
  • No, and a chemical spill kit is not on order.

Waste:

• Is hazardous waste segregated from non-hazardous waste?

  Select There is some evidence of co-mingling non-hazardous waste in containers designated as hazardous waste. (e.g. pizza boxes inside oily waste container). Hazardous waste was found inside a non-hazardous waste container. (waste oil filter from a WTG inside of a general waste bin). If an example of this is found discuss with the asset environmental officer if it is to be recorded on Sphera. There was no evidence of waste being co-mingled in any waste container.

  • There is some evidence of co-mingling non-hazardous waste in containers designated as hazardous waste. (e.g. pizza boxes inside oily waste container).
  • Hazardous waste was found inside a non-hazardous waste container. (waste oil filter from a WTG inside of a general waste bin). If an example of this is found discuss with the asset environmental officer if it is to be recorded on Sphera.
  • There was no evidence of waste being co-mingled in any waste container.

• is there any evidence of waste NOT being handled and stored in a safe and secure manner (e.g. litter) to minimise risk of escape into the environment?

  Select Yes, there are several examples of waste not being handled in a safe and secure manner (e.g. litter is present in multiple areas around the service centre, larger waste items have poor storage and it is evident they have be present a long time). Action must be taken soon to improve the waste handling of the site. There are some examples of litter present, but other than this waste is being handled sufficiently. No. Waste is being handled, stored in a safe and secure manner with no improvement needed.

  • Yes, there are several examples of waste not being handled in a safe and secure manner (e.g. litter is present in multiple areas around the service centre, larger waste items have poor storage and it is evident they have be present a long time). Action must be taken soon to improve the waste handling of the site.
  • There are some examples of litter present, but other than this waste is being handled sufficiently.
  • No. Waste is being handled, stored in a safe and secure manner with no improvement needed.

• Are waste storage facilities in good condition, fit for purpose and suitable to prevent waste escaping into the environment?

  Select No. Waste storage facilities are not in good condition. Examples include: broken lids, unlocked lids that are left open, water present in bins. leaking bins. Sufficient condition. Waste facilities are in sufficient condition but there are isolated examples that could be improved-for example some bins are unlocked but the lids were fitted tightly. Bins might have evidence of a lot of wear or tear, can still do the job but might need to be changed in the future. Good condition. Waste storage is in good condition and no improvement is needed.

  • No. Waste storage facilities are not in good condition. Examples include: broken lids, unlocked lids that are left open, water present in bins. leaking bins.
  • Sufficient condition. Waste facilities are in sufficient condition but there are isolated examples that could be improved-for example some bins are unlocked but the lids were fitted tightly. Bins might have evidence of a lot of wear or tear, can still do the job but might need to be changed in the future.
  • Good condition. Waste storage is in good condition and no improvement is needed.

• Do waste storage facilities only contain waste from service centre activities? They must not have other items and/or water present.

  Select No. there are examples of waste containers that have other types of waste (e.g. from the general public) present and/or there is water in the waste containers. Yes. Waste containers only contain waste from service centre activities.

  • No. there are examples of waste containers that have other types of waste (e.g. from the general public) present and/or there is water in the waste containers.
  • Yes. Waste containers only contain waste from service centre activities.

• Are all waste containers clearly labelled? if required

  Select Yes. all containers are clearly labelled Not Labelled but waste management is sufficient. Containers are not labelled but waste management is sufficient including waste segregation. No. Containers are not labelled and waste management is in overall poor condition.

  • Yes. all containers are clearly labelled
  • Not Labelled but waste management is sufficient. Containers are not labelled but waste management is sufficient including waste segregation.
  • No. Containers are not labelled and waste management is in overall poor condition.

• Has any waste escaped into the environment that could lead to pollution? This also includes any flytip incidents.

  Select Yes-there is waste that has escaped and/or a flytip present at the service centre that is likely to cause harm. No

  • Yes-there is waste that has escaped and/or a flytip present at the service centre that is likely to cause harm.
  • No

Drainage:

• Is drainage present at the service centre that would pose a pollution risk? If no, move on to the next section--Housekeeping.

  Select Yes, there is drainage that poses a risk-for example surface water drains in the vicinity of service centre activities. No, there is no drainage that poses a risk.

  • Yes, there is drainage that poses a risk-for example surface water drains in the vicinity of service centre activities.
  • No, there is no drainage that poses a risk.

• Check areas surrounding drains, is there any presence of oil/chemical stains?

  Select There are no Oil/chemical stains present in proximity of drainage. There are Oil/chemical stains present near drainage. This item is not applicable.

  • There are no Oil/chemical stains present in proximity of drainage.
  • There are Oil/chemical stains present near drainage.
  • This item is not applicable.

• If drainage is present, identify the best means of environmental risk reduction: identifying surface/foul vs. full drainage plan; drain covers on site are examples.

• Are chemical & oil stores controlled in a manner to prevent pathways to drains? If 'no' then utilise the next section to make improvements & suggestions.

  Select Yes No, chemical and oil stores are not controlled. Please see notes & photographs for details. Not applicable, no oil &/or chemical stores.

  • Yes
  • No, chemical and oil stores are not controlled. Please see notes & photographs for details.
  • Not applicable, no oil &/or chemical stores.

• Does the service centre have a drainage plan? Does it provide sufficient information in case of environmental emergency (e.g. spill)?

  Select Yes, a drainage plan is present No, a drainage plan is not present This question is not applicable as no plan is needed and/or there is no drainage.

  • Yes, a drainage plan is present
  • No, a drainage plan is not present
  • This question is not applicable as no plan is needed and/or there is no drainage.

• If there is no drainage plan, would the service centre benefit from one?

  Select Drainage Plan would be beneficial to control pollution risk A drainage plan would not be beneficial (no outside drains in vicinity of the service centre).

  • Drainage Plan would be beneficial to control pollution risk
  • A drainage plan would not be beneficial (no outside drains in vicinity of the service centre).

• If applicable, is the service centre's drainage plan visible and easily accessed?

  Select Yes No N/A, no drainage plan in place yet and/or one is not needed There is currently ongoing works to obtain a drainage plan for the service centre.

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A, no drainage plan in place yet and/or one is not needed
  • There is currently ongoing works to obtain a drainage plan for the service centre.

Service Centre Site Surroundings: pollution checks

• Are the most current work instructions for environmental emergencies present (flytipping, spills & emissions) and displayed clearly

  Select Yes, all up-to-date work instructions and the ESHP are present on site. No, they are not present and/or out of date

  • Yes, all up-to-date work instructions and the ESHP are present on site.
  • No, they are not present and/or out of date

• Oil/ liquid substance that has escaped containment (e.g. drum) but not entered the environment (soil/water).

  Select Yes, record on Sphera as an SHEQ observation No, there was no evidence of oil/fluids escaping containment at the service centre

  • Yes, record on Sphera as an SHEQ observation
  • No, there was no evidence of oil/fluids escaping containment at the service centre

• Oil/ liquid substance that has escaped into the environment to soil. Example: Stains/liquids present on the soil/ground.

  Select Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident No

  • Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident
  • No

• Oil/ liquid substance/silt/effluent that has escaped into the environment to watercourse. Example: Discolouration of the watercourse (that can be practically accessed).

  Select Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident No

  • Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident
  • No

• Deliberate fly tipping

  Select Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident No

  • Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident
  • No

• Plant die back due to presence of polluting substances

  Select Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident No

  • Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident
  • No

• Evidence of fires (black patches on soil, items that have been burnt)

  Select Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident No

  • Yes, Record on Sphera as an incident
  • No

F-gas:

• Is there an air conditioning unit at the service centre? If so list all units and take photos of their specification stickers.

  Select Yes there is an air conditioning unit at the service centre. No, there is no air conditioning unit at the service centre.

  • Yes there is an air conditioning unit at the service centre.
  • No, there is no air conditioning unit at the service centre.

• Is the air conditioning unit a new installation? If so add it to the F-gas management register.

  Select No. this unit is not new and is already on the F-gas management register. Yes, the unit is new and must be added to the F-gas register.

  • No. this unit is not new and is already on the F-gas management register.
  • Yes, the unit is new and must be added to the F-gas register.

• If applicable, have units been inspected in line with F-gas regulations?

  Select yes No, record on Sphera as non-conformance N/A

  • yes
  • No, record on Sphera as non-conformance
  • N/A

• If the unit has experienced a leak, has it been repaired in line with F-gas regulations?

  Select Not applicable, no leak has been discovered Yes, a leak was detected and repairs made in line with F-gas regulations No, a leak was detected (e.g. found in an inspection) but there is no evidence it has been repaired. Record on Sphera.

  • Not applicable, no leak has been discovered
  • Yes, a leak was detected and repairs made in line with F-gas regulations
  • No, a leak was detected (e.g. found in an inspection) but there is no evidence it has been repaired. Record on Sphera.

Environmental Check Summary:

• List all Sphera record IDs generated from the check, here (SHEQ observation or incident). Ensure that all Spheras are reviewed with the Area Manager and relevant site team before you publish the Sphera record.

• List any actions or findings here from the environmental check.

• This is an optional area to highlight any other information from the environmental check.