Information

  • Document No.

WHSO - Contractor WHS Observation

  • Audit Title: example of entry ( WHSO for WO 345673 )

  • Client: example of entry ( Sparks Electrical Pty Ltd )

  • Building and Campus / Site:

  • Conducted on

  • Audit Undertaken by:

  • if Other Person, then enter name in the space below:

  • Contractors Personnel in Attendance:

1) Access, Egress & Housekeeping

  • - Access and egress to work area is clear of obstruction and easily defined
    - Work areas are orderly and free from trip hazards (e.g. tools and rubbish)
    - Materials are stored in a neat and orderly state
    - General work area is clear of trip hazards and any rubbish or off-cuts
    - Waste bins are available for use and not overflowing, correctly used
    - Entry signs (if required) are located at appropriate locations to work area

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? if Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

2) Behaviour & Work Habits

  • - Workers and assisting persons are wearing mandatory PPE
    - Workers are wearing task specific PPE as required
    - Worker are not taking any obvious risks
    - Workers are using the right tools for the task at hand

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

3) SQE Risk Management

  • - All workers have been inducted
    - Take 5 assessment has been appropriately completed
    - SWMS documentation available for high risk tasks

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

4) Excavation & Trenching

  • - The CSD Contact Officer has approved any Excavation/ Trenching/ Ground breaking / Penetrating work activities
    - Trench walls are appropriate battered, benched or shored
    - Spoil Stock piles are placed appropriate distance from edge
    - Barricades, fencing securing excavation adequate to prevent people from entering the immediate work area
    - Underground services identified, positively marked and isolated where possible
    - Safe means of access and egress maintained (ladders, stairs or ramps for excavations greater than 1.5m in depth.
    - Daily inspections carried out for all excavations over 1.5 metres in depth

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

5) Mobile Powered Plant

  • - Daily Inspection completed and any faults recorded
    - SWMS documentation completed and available
    - Beacons and motion alarms are operational
    - Plant operations are appropriately isolated or separated from adjacent work activities
    - Spotter is in place for plant operations where plant operation can not be controlled by barricades or fencing
    - Plant operators are not operating when using a mobile phone
    - Operator holds applicable license / competency andcompetency has been verified
    - Plant has fire extinguisher
    - Appropriate traffic control signage in place
    - Overhead services and structures identified with appropriate control measures implemented to prevent collision by plant and vehicles
    - Pedestrian / vehicle crossing points clearly identified and controlled
    - Loading/unloading zones clearly delineated with controls to prevent unauthorised access
    - Effective communication between plant operators and ground controllers
    - Keys removed from plant when not in use

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

6) Tools & Equipment

  • - Tools and Equipment are appropriate for the task being undertaken and free from obvious damage
    - Oxy / acetylene sets have flash back arresters fitted
    - Fixed / retractable blade knives are not being used (Stanley Knives)
    - Plant Fire Extinguishers have been tested tested in previous 6 months

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

7) Lifting Equipment & Operations

  • - Lifting Equipment is appropriate to the task and ready to use
    - Lifting device is tagged / identified with SWL / WLL
    - Dogman / Rigger holds the relevant competency and has been verified
    - Cranes/lifting appliances regularly inspected, certified, tested and maintained.
    - Pre-start inspection and/or function test completed
    - Physical barriers and/or other suitable controls in place to exclude unauthorised persons from lifting operations.
    - No loads lifted or suspended over people or walkways
    - Ground conditions assessed with controls in place to stabilise equipment
    - Tag lines used on loads which are liable to swing whilst being hoisted
    - All rigging equipment kept in good order and condition and defective gear replaced or tagged and marked for repair.

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

8) Electrical & Lighting

  • - Equipment is tagged and in test date
    - RCD is fitted to mains supply or portable generators in use
    - Leads are run out correctly off the ground and supported on insulated stands or hooks
    - No lead extends > 35 meters and are fitted with clear shrouded plugs with LED indicator
    - Access and / or task lighting is adequate and work lights have protective cage or diffuser
    - Electrical supply panels fixed and secured to prevent unauthorised access. RCD and circuit breakers locked
    - No piggybacking or double adapters

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

9) Hot Works & Welding

  • - Hot Works Permit is current and available
    - Suitable fuel reduction and fire fighting provisions in place
    - Oxy and other bottles stored up right and secured
    - Oxy / Act bottles on trolley with flash back arrestors at bottle & torch + extinguisher
    - Welding signs are set out in appropriate locations

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

10) Working Platforms & Fall Protection

  • - Incomplete scaffold sign posted
    - Scaffold tied in at regular intervals or mobile assembled correctly using check sheet
    - Toe boards fitted when > 2m high
    - Scaffold have base-plate or screw jacks
    - Scaffolds adequately braced
    - No gaps > 225mm between perimeter edge and scaffold. <6m metres from rail (fibre glass)
    - Edges are appropriately delineated and barricaded
    - Edge protection in place is appropriate for the protection required
    - Penetrations are covered, secured and handrailed with applicable signage
    - Platform ladders in good condition, Industrial rated (120kg) and set up correctly

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

11) Work at Heights

  • - Personnel working at height are using the correct fall prevention equipment
    - Fall restraint / arrest equipment is certified and in date
    - Method of working at height follows the Hierarchy of Controls for working at height
    - Work at Height Permit has been issued and is in date
    - Work at Height / EWP Rescue Plan has been developed for the works
    - Personnel conducting work at height have been trained (within previous 2 years)
    - Penetrations, shafts and risers protected to prevent the fall of people and material. Covers must be robust, securely fastened and identified (signage)
    - Grid mesh or flooring material installed as per design requirements, secured at all stages of installation, and regularly inspected.
    - Roof mesh is not used as a primary means of fall protection.

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

12) Chemical & Dangerous Goods

  • - MSDS documentation available on site
    - Hazardous Substances are stored correctly
    - Flammable substances stored in bundled area
    - Spill Kit is available at the work location
    - No evidence of spills

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

13) Environmental Management

  • - Controls in place where there is a risk of pollution of waterways
    - Erosion and sedimentation controls in good working order
    - No evidence of polluted water or other substances leaving the work area

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

13) Emergency Procedures

  • - Workers aware of evacuation procedures
    - Workers aware of First Aid Kit locations
    - First aid kits accessible and checked and re- stocked regularly
    - First aid posters displayed and contact details listed
    - First aid areas kept clean and tidy
    - Eye wash facilities available if required

  • Are there issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

  • Are there further issues with this category ? If Yes then list below.

  • Discipline (SQE)

  • Observation / Hazard / Issue

  • Corrective / Remedial Action

  • Contractor Responsible

  • Close-out Time Frame

  • Signature once item fixed / closed

Audit Sign Off

Audit Sign Off

For UTAS:

  • Select the Name of the person who completed the audit for UTAS. Then select "Sign"

  • if Other Person , then enter name in the space below who undertook the asudit and then select "Sign"

  • UTAS auditor Signoff.

For the Contractor:

  • Contractors Representative Signoff. The following person, being a duly authorised representative of the contracting company, acknowledges the issues and actions required that are contained in this audit and will respond in an accountable manner to rectify the issues.

  • Add name below and then "Sign"

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