TasWater - General Safety Audit

Safety notice boards are visible in offices and crib huts.

Appointed persons names / photos are displayed i.e. HS Reps, First Aids.

Fire extinguishers are in close proximity, unobstructed, tagged & correctly identified.

Entry & exits are clearly marked & access / egress pathways unobstructed.

Emergency Exit signs are installed and working.

Materials are stored correctly - hazardous & non-hazardous.

Bins provided & emptied (including recycle bins).

Kitchen area is clean and tidy.

Electrical Equipment is in working order and inspection tag current.

Toilets clean and tidy; hand wash, soap, paper towels available.

Tops of cabinets or shelves beside access ways are clear of items that may fall.

Waste segregation measures are in place & containers labelled.

Designated smoking areas > 5m from opening doors and windows.

Current first aid equipment list is available in cabinet.

All Contents are within use-by dates.

Emergency procedures / phone numbers displayed.

Treatments register available at facility.

Adequate certified First Aid personnel available for all shifts.

Facility easily identifyable.

Certified / Appointed First Aids have green cross displayed on hard hat.

Equipment is stored correctly.

Medical waste binned and disposed of correctly.

Facility is clean and tidy.

Current inspection tag located on all electrical equipment.

Portable Eye Wash units are available in the field at each work front.

Materials are stacked safely and correctly.

Laydown areas defined, clean and tidy.

Signs and barricading erected and maintained around hazard areas.

Solid barricading erected and maintained around potential fall areas.

Barricading complies with site requirement. i.e. hard barricading.

Sharp objects capped i.e.: star pickets & reo bar.

High housekeeping standards are maintained.

Bin locations prominent, adequate and emptied regularly.

Waste segregation measures in place & containers labelled.

Access and egress points are clear of obstruction.

Access to elevated work areas complies with site requirements.

Handrails installed on ramps & stairs, etc.

Sharp edges are covered on walkways/access ways.

Equipment tagged as per quarterly inspection (RGBY) & recorded on register.

Equipment is in sound condition with no visible damage.

Equipment selection is suited to task and has been set-up / installed correctly.

JHA expressly provides controls for tasks with potential high risk of fall.

Grid mesh certificate in use for grid mesh removal & re-installation.

Personnel comply with all safety requirements.

Personnel trained in the use of equipment.

Fall arrest systems installed by competent person.

Anchor point /s comply with safety requirements.

Safety harness & lanyards stored correctly when not in use.

Safety harness fitted correctly to personnel, i.e. not loose.

Fall arrest / restraint / prevention for all works >2m.

Ladders utilised correctly - 4/1, tied off, step ladders no higher than 1.8m.

Equipment tagged as per quarterly inspection (RGBY) & recorded on register.

Safe working loads marked on all lifting equipment.

Equipment stored appropriately and kept dry.

Lifting Equipment is inspected prior to use and is in good condition.

Have chain blocks and come alongs been set up so that gridmesh cannot be damaged?

Tag lines used on all loads (16mm natural fibre rope).

Lifting gear used correctly (e.g. Chain blocks back hooked incorrectly).

Person(s) suitably qualified to use equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment selection is suited to task.

Are materials to be lifted correctly stored?

Have head slings been risk assessed for the task? e.g. soft sling used near hot work

Round soft slings used for lifting other than pipework have packing to prevent damage.

Shackles and Pad-eyes have proprietary bolts installed.

Exclusion zones erected around slew zone and lift exclusion zone.

Outriggers fully extended on applicable packing.

Adequate ground bearing support / level surface clear of excavations.

Daily checklist completed / safety devices checked.

Crane Operator's / Rigger's communication methods are clear.

Daily inspection / Maintenance Logbooks have been completed by Operator.

Operators Manual available in crane.

Lift Log and/or evaluation has been completed by Operator.

Chains removed / secured when travelling.

Dogmen deployed as spotters at interface of moving loads & personnel.

Crane Workbox has permit authorisation and is being used correctly.

Spill kit nearby or in crane.

Fire Extinguisher securely fixed, charged and in-date (6 months).

Scaff-tag fitted at each access point, signed and dated.

Access built to requirements with self closing gate installed where at height.

Persons erecting / modifying / dismantling are suitably qualified.

Drop zone barricaded & signed during scaffold erection / dismantling.

Harness & lanyards where required are used correctly.

Handrail, midrail & toe board are fitted.

Ladder(s) project 1 metre beyond landing platform / step off point.

Ladder(s) secured top and bottom between 4:1 with side rail and swing gate.

All working platforms are fully planked & secured.

Scaffold is being used as per its duty rating (225kg, 450kg & 625kg).

Scaffold materials are stacked and stored in a safe manner.

Where scaffold is in use – Materials are stored correctly.

Mesh screen fitted where objects may be dislodged.

Leads elevated above ground level on non conductive support/material.

Leads do not obstruct access and egress pathways.

Lead plugs are free of fault or defect.

Leads are not secured or tied off directly to scaffolding or handrails.

Plug connections are clean, appropriately sized and fit correctly.

Handles and guards are installed and free of fault. i.e. grinders / drills

Cutting and grinding disks are suited to tool and correct r.p.m. rated.

Current quarterly inspection tags are fitted to all electrical equipment - RGBY.

240 / 220 V leads are not longer than 30 metres in length & not doubled up.

Double adapters / Piggy back plugs not used.

Are electrical hand tools and machines stored correctly when not in use?

Temporary power boxes are located clear of hazards and obstructions.

RCD’s trip rating tested and are free of fault or defect.

Daily pre start inspection checklist have been completed by Operator.

Faults identified have been logged and signed off.

Operator competencies verified / register current (reviewed quarterly).

Safety devices fitted & operational – seat belts / reverse alarm / guards / flashing light.

Safe working load charts in place and legible.

Are regular vehicle services carried out to manufacture requirements.

Operator's manual is on site and available to Operator.

Mobile plant is being used correctly e.g.. Use of spotters, not overloaded etc.

Motion or obstruction sensing alarms fitted and operational.

Spill kit available with adequate content.

Dust suppression / mitigation in area.

Plant not in use is secured from unauthorised use and uncontrolled movement.

Crash barriers installed adjacent to main roadways / high volume pedestrian pathways.

Employee is qualified to operate the equipment.

Workplace speed limits are being complied with.

No throwing, dropping tools, equip, material and / or waste.

Working in compliance with site safety requirements.

Tools are fit for purpose & used correctly.

Individual job planning is evident.

PPE selection is appropriate for task and is used correctly.

No horse play & fooling around.

Employee exposure to over exertion has been eliminated.

Exposure to being struck by objects has been eliminated.

Employee exposure to falling has been eliminated.

Employee exposure to being caught between objects has been eliminated.

Employee exposure to excessive noise and vibration has been eliminated.

Step Back 5x5 - used to assess task by each team member.

Step Back 5x5 - Dated with hazards listed and verified against JHA.

SWMS / JHA is prepared and signed for the task being carried out.

JHA authorised by supervision and subcontractor HSE.

SWMS / JHA in close proximity, accessible & secured in waterproof information pack.

Is the JHA aligned to SWMS registered by Contractor? Record registration number.

JHA expressed job steps reflect the current job and emergency response controls.

Are the hazard controls in the vicinity of the task adequate?

JHA Review - JHA signed daily by Leading Hand and all crew.

JHA's reviews are signed and re-signed following each required review.

Are JHA identified risk controls adequate and in place?

Does JHA link other documentation and has that been attached?

Permit is correct for required task e.g. Hot / CSE.

Positive verification of de-energisation / zero energy.

Is the scope of works clear and understood by relevant persons?

All supporting documentation is referenced and accompanying the permit.

SWMS is current and specific to the tasks performed and addresses permit requirements.

Is the Permit within the validity period?

Permit revalidation/relinquishment and close-out compliance is followed.

Is the permit located within the vicinity of the work group on site?

Has the permit been altered?

Is the Permit Holder available at the workplace?

Implemented controls are understood by the persons involved and being complied with.

All personnel complying with Permit procedure requirements.

Are all persons working under the permit signed on to the SWMS?

SDS is made available where chemicals are stored, handled or used to aid the identification.

All liquids classified as DGs and Haz. Chemicals are secondarily contained. (double-skinned tanks, or storing within a sealed bund or over a portable bund)

Activities such as refuelling of plant and equipment maintenance with the potential to result in spillage are carried out with appropriate temporary bunding in place.

Adequate quantities of suitable spill kits materials are readily available to use for clean-up in the event of a spill.

Suitable firefighting equipment is provided and is readily accessible to personnel

DGs and Haz.Mat.sl storage areas are suitably located and bunded to minimise the impact of any spillage or contamination.

Containers are clearly identified and marked.

Bunds and sumps are being inspected on a regular basis; in particular, prior to extreme weather events and after rain.

Storage cabinets are suitable for product stored and chemicals stored and segregated as required by SDS.

Fittings, pipes and hoses on tanks or equipment which store Haz. Chem inspected and maintained as required.

JHA and permit are in place for the work being carried out.

Fire extinguisher is located in close proximity.

Is the correct PPE being worn for the task undertaken?

Is the Earth positioned in close proximity to the work?

Welding screens and fire blankets are in place.

Leads / hoses have been routed in a safe manner.

Grinders are used accordance with procedures.

Cylinders secured, gauges operative, flashback arresters fitted and hoses are in good condition.

Is the area below the oxy cutting activities correctly excluded?

All combustible materials are stored away from the hot work been carried out.

Is double eye protection used when welding or oxy cutting?

No welding leads are stored on top of welding machine.

Welding leads and oxy hoses are inspected and documented monthly.

Safe access and egress provided.

Barricading & Signage maintained to a high standard - taut and level position.

Spoil distance from excavation to be equal to depth.

Site mark up of Services/Excavation.

Excavations deeper than 1.5m – side benches / battered - 500mm or deeper has ladder in place.

Fumes from Plant / Equipment not entering excavation.

SWMS in place and specific to task undertaken - not expired.

Flashing lights / reflective tape on barricading erected on roadways and access ways.

Correct PPE being used for the task.

Permits in place - to work, excavation, confined space.

No person working alone.

Good communication with other work groups and colleagues.

Designated spotter in place during task of excavating and if permits <br>require.

Star pickets, reo-bar and sharps capped / made safe.

Permit is valid & authorised and all electrical / mechanical Isolations are positively isolated.

Equipment flushed and purged and/or depressurised / drained.

Suitable exclusion zones have been set up with alternate entry / exit points secured and equipment / material which generates fumes or vapours removed.

Emergency Response requirements - e.g. Rescue Plan in place & equipment available.

Extraction / forced ventilation is fully operational and checked at start of each shift.

Entry / Exit log - in place & completed with competent standby / sentry person in place.

Barricading & Signage "Confined Space No Unauthorised Entry."

Initial and re-entry atmospheric tests conducted at intervals expressed on permit.

Atmospheric gas testing equipment is within its calibration period.

SWMS in place, relevant and specific to task undertaken - not expired. SDS's?

Respiratory Protection and additional PPE requirements identified and complied with.

Lighting - Low voltage task lighting installed & functional and checked with each shift.

Communications in place, suitable and understood by employees / involved.

Safe access provided – external / Internal.

Emergency Response drills have been conducted for Confined Space Rescue.

All persons involved in the Confined Space Entry have received the required training.

No sign of spills in the area and equipment is free of drips / seepage.

Spill kits are available, adequately stocked and easily accessible.

Appropriate waste disposal containers with relevant signage available.

Litter control and waste segregation measures in place & containers not contaminated.

Hazardous materials managed including set backs of storage facilities from sensitive areas

Water drainage features and erosion controls adequate and correctly installed.

Area is free draining and no ponding water observed.

Dust control measures are in place.

Adequate containment in place during blasting, painting and hazardous activities.

All appropriate controls installed prior to starting works.

Appropriate bunding in place for plant / equipment in the area.

Appropriate bunding in place for temporary hazardous materials.

Overall housekeeping is kept up to good standards.

No mudtracking onto public roads.

Is there an applicable traffic management plan implemented that reflects the work?

All signage is of the correct size and type and installed at prescribed distances. If not, explaination and sketch is available on site.

All road signage not in use or redundant are covered or removed and unobstructive.

Existing / temporary road conditions are adequate to support scope of traffic movements.

Traffic delineation controls, such as flagging or line-marking, are installed and clearly visible.

Minimum width of road is maintained.

Plant / Pedestrian separation barricading is as specified and installed correctly.

Radio Channel call-up signage is suitably sized and located in a clearly visible position.

Pedestrian crossings are not compromised and/or if temporarily installed, are compliant.

Size and location of night work lighting is appropriate & delineation systems are reflective.

Stop / Slow Bat operators where deployed are competent and adequately managing traffic (ped, vehicle, cyclist etc)

Temporary speed limit signage is of appropriate type / size and installed as per TGS .If not, explaination and sketch is available on site.

Vehicle impact barriers are located and aligned in accordance with Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS)

Electronic signals and signposting are correctly positioned and without fault or defect.

Class of material being used / produced is appropriate.

Material placed in accordance with Specs (lift height OK, face thickness for batters).

Work being completed is under survey control (Slope angle, crest and toe points).

Work area is safe and for operation without interference (vehicle interaction).

Equipment being used is suited to the task requirements.

Access to the work area is suitable e.g. not congested or close proximity to vehicles.

Access to the work area is clearly sign-posted, barricaded and delineated.

Unauthorised entry where required is adequately signed and controlled e.g. "warning."

Dump trucks not being overloaded, causing spillage.

Wind-rows in place for edge protection and batters are stable.

Communications are adequate for task being carried out (Radios and / or spotters).

Lighting is suited to area illumination requirements.

Current earthworks activities are in accordance with Site traffic management plan.

Work areas are tidy and waste disposal is regular.

Access and Egress pathways are adequately lit and unobstructed.

Task lighting in areas where work is being carried out is adequate.

Sharp or protruding objects are covered, protected and/or isolated.

Fire extinguishers are in close proximity, unobstructed, tagged & correctly identified.

RCD’s and current inspection tags on all electrical equipment.

Tools and equipment has been stored correctly.

Guarding fitted and without fault on all workshop equipment.

Sparks contained / welding screens installed and used.

Selection and use of PPE is correct for task.

Materials stored and labelled correctly - hazardous and non-hazardous.

Selection of Tools and equipment are correct for the task.

SDS available for stored Hazardous Substances / Dangerous Goods.

Commissioning areas hard barricaded and/or deliniated

Commissioning Signage to be fixed to barricade on all sides of commisioning area and at entry point.

Live systems under commissioning control have identification and warning signs placed on them highlighting "LIVE."

RFC (Ready for Commissioning Certificate/Verification of Readiness)

Notice of intention to commence Commissioning activities communicated to workforce.

SWMS/JHA details specific Commissioning Hazards and controls - Specific to task.

End State hazards have been considered and adequately controlled i.e. hard barricades, security access, energised areas protected from mobile plant, etc.

Isolation Plan with permit and isolation of relevant limits

Commissioning Locks / Tags installed and all affected Construction locks removed.

Relief valves lined up to correct operational positions (where required).

Emergency wardens and First Aid have been identified / appointed and trained.

First aid kit is suitable for size of workforce, stocked and in date

Emergency contact details are available and prominently displayed in workplace.

Posted contact details aligned with defined threat or emergency designations / roles. Local hospitals/medical provider identfied?

Posted appointments and contact details are current at the time of observation

Is there a current emergency plan in place with specific project scenarios?

An evacuation action plan has been developed and implemented for relevant areas.

The emergency action identifies critical functions - e.g. Shut-down power.

The action plan enables all persons to be quickly and safely evacuated.

Is there a system in place to verify numbers of persons present and evacuated?

The emergency action / exit plan is prominently displayed in the workplace.

Spill Kit/ Kitty Litter availble for spills?

Is an audible warning system in place to alert workers of an emergency?

Pre-start addresses Injury and Incidents arising from the previous day or shift.

Pre-start addresses HSE Bulletins / Site Notices & Lessons Learnt relevant to work.

Pre-start addresses previous day's Workplace Inspections, Stepback 5x5's and HAZOB's.

Previous day's issues are discussed / resolved to the satisfaction of attendees.

Pre-start covers day's work activities e.g. plan / risk control changes from previous day.

Pre-start covers interface issues e.g. plant movements, access & task restrictions.

Pre-start includes warm-up and preliminary stretching exercises.

Pre-start attendees participate & contribute including task improvement suggestions

Pre-start attendees fully compliant with on-site mandatory PPE requirements.

Contractor / JKC Management personnel in attendance at the Pre-start meeting.

Presenter effective in engaging attendees with matters raised clearly understood by all.

Safety as "first priority" clearly delivered by presenter to attendees.

Pre-start presenter's manner and method of delivery clear and effective.

Manual handling tasks being carried out in workplace are necessary.

JHA / Stepback 5x5 identifies manual handling activities.

Warm up was performed before starting the task.

Is there adequate space for the person to perform the manual handling activity?

Correct PPE, tools and equipment has been selected for manual activity being performed.

Risk controls identified for repetitive tasks, sustained posture and excessive force.

Risk controls identified for tasks carried out over long durations.

Risk controls identified for task requirements that involve exposure to high forces.

Risk controls identified for tasks involving exposure to vibration.

Risk controls identified for the effects of heat exposure and dehydration.

Personnel trained in correct manual handling techniques.

Team lifts or mechanical aids are used where applicable.

Site First Aid & Facilities available and suited to workforce.

Access to work area/s is safe.

A high standard of housekeeping is maintained.

Fall prevention systems being used are approved and without fault.

Scaff-tags are fitted at each scaffold access point and clearly visible.

Permit / SWMS / JHA is signed and displayed at or near work location.

Fire extinguishers are located in close proximity of hot work / welding.

PPE used is suited to task and correctly fitted.

Quarterly inspection tags on all Electrical equipment are legible and current.

HSE promotion material e.g. posters are visible in offices / crib huts and work areas.

Barricading and signage in area is suited to task.

Emergency Response arrangements are clear, relevant and understood

Fatal Risk Control Standards understood by workers in area – (verbal contact).

Principal Contractor and Construction Signage Erected by Contractor

SWMS and Take 5's in use and approrpaite for task. Crew signed onto SWMS

Site perimeter fencing adequate and in good order

Unauthorised Access - Site Security Arrangements - Lighting, fencing, access prevented, tamper proof?

Site Walkways and general access areas clear and unobstructed

Site neat and well kept including laydown areas

Neighbouring land / properties free of construction waste, vehicles

Public Protection in place - Footpaths, traffic control, barricading/fencing, signage, lighting

Environmental controls in place - Spill kits in place/available, erosion sediment controls

Noise levels acceptable / hours of operation complied with

Site dust levels acceptable ie not affecting the workforce and / or adjacent premises

Stormwater run-off being diverted around site, erosion and sediment controls

Protected structures undamaged

Mud / dirt is deposited on public roads

Site Personnel wearing appropriate PPE

Emergency Preparedness - First Aid, Emergency Wardens Posted? Hospital locations?

Fire extinguishers available and tested (within 6 months)?

Hazardous chemiclas register maintained, stored correctly (bund 110% capacity) and SDS's available (within 5 years)

Excavations / trenches deeper than 1.5 m in ground other than rock either battered or shored

Plant fit for use, inspected, reverse alarms, access and egress, fire exinguisher

Lifting Operations - Lift Plan, competent oporators, lift zone established, rigging gear inspected

Working at Heights - Fall Prevention and edge protection in place and adequate

Scaffolding and ladders are used safely - Competent, Scafftag if above 4m (underconstruction or safe for use), ladders exceding 1m and slope apx 1:4

Confined Space - Isolations, monitoringSWMS, Permit to Work, mandatory lifeline fitted, rescue plan, calibration of test equipment

Hot Work - Guards and handles fitted to grinders, hot work permit in place, fire extinguisher/controls per PTW

Electrical Work - HV Permit system used for HV works, isolations in place, LV rescue equipment

Electrical Equipment Tested and Tagged, RCD in use and leads no longer than 30m

Explosive Power Tools in Use’ sign deployed when explosive power tools are used

Risk / Criticality / Priority