Tree Felling

1) Is there a Method Statement on site specific to the activity?

2) Has the Method Statement been briefed out and signed for by all personnel?

3) Are Risk Assessments available on site relevant to hazards that will be encountered?<br>a) Has the daily RA been carried out and briefed to the team?

4) Have the relevant permits been issued?

5) Has the Himalayan Balsam Toolbox talk been carried out?

6) Has the easement been roped off and warning signs placed in accordance with the RAMS?<br>a) Is a banksman in place where easements cannot be cordoned?

7) Do operatives hold the relevant qualifications in accordance with RAMS?

8) Have all operatives been inducted by the tree felling contractor and Principal Contractor?

9) Is the latest version of the Project Emergency Arrangements available on site?<br>a) Are operatives aware of its contents and procedures?

10) Are arrangements in place should a hazard be found during the operation?

11) Is there an inspection record for the plant?

12) Are copies of relevant lifting certificates available on site?<br>- 6 monthly inspection certs for all climbing equipment, e.g harnesses, ropes

13) Have hold points been registered in the RAMS and have they been documented?

14) Are the guide and climbing ropes in good condition?

15) Is the tree is to be cut up or chipped is this on agreement and landowner?

16) If a chipper is to be used does is have the appropriate maintenance and pre-use inspection documentation?

17) Has the weather conditions including wind speed and direction been recorded during the pre-work inspection stage?

18) Has a refueling point been established on-site and is it more than 10 meters away from a watercourse. Are spill kits, drip trays, fire extinguishers available?

19) Is there any evidence of nesting birds in the area that could be affected bu the works?

20) Is there an adequately stocked first aid kit on site?

21) Is there a qualified first aider within the team?

22) Is the working area free from tripping / slipping hazards?<br>a) Can operatives move and carry items around the site safely?

23) Are all appropriate moving parts adequately guarded?

24) Are all hand tools in good condition and fit for purpose?

25) Are there any manual handling hazards which could be avoided?

26) Is adequate PPE available on site?<br>(Helmets, Eye Protection, Hearing Protection, Gloves, Boots, Overalls, Wet Weather Gear, Dust Mask) <br>a) What does the Method Statement say will be worn?

27) Are the welfare arrangements adequate?

28) Is the site left safe and secure at the end of the day?