Vemco Group / Powercor - Plant & Equipment Audit - duplicate

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

• Site Image

  Media

• This Audit is in a holistic format and suitable for all operational audits in regards to vegetation clearing in electrical environments. Please ensure sections are completed as required depending on works undertaken. Once Auditor is satisfied that all sections are completed satisfactorily there is three export options available. Media can be added to all questions in form of photo to show compliance to Safe/Yes answers, alternatively media and comments need to be added for any No/Not Safe Answers. Observations should be noted in comments of No/Not Safe answer and any media added if appropriate to explain issues or highlight compliance. Observations can be added to all Yes/Safe answers if required. To provide a summary of Non-Conformances. Export as PDF and select options to only show No/Not Safe responses. Refer to iAuditor User Guide for further instructions on exporting audit reports.

Crew Members

• Full Name

  Sign

• Passport (Note ID Number)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle Licence (note type and expiry date)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• EWP Licence (note expiry)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Client ID # (where applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Full Name

  Sign

• Passport (Note ID Number)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle Licence (note type and expiry date)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• EWP Licence (note expiry)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Client ID # (where applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Full Name

  Sign

• Passport (Note ID Number)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle Licence (note type and expiry date)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• EWP Licence (note expiry)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Client ID # (where applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Full Name

  Sign

• Passport (Note ID Number)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle Licence (note type and expiry date)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• EWP Licence (note expiry)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Client ID # (where applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Full Name

  Sign

• Passport (Note ID Number)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle Licence (note type and expiry date)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• EWP Licence (note expiry)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Client ID # (where applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Full Name

  Sign

• Passport (Note ID Number)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle Licence (note type and expiry date)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• EWP Licence (note expiry)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Client ID # (where applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

1.0 Vehicle / Plant Detail

• Truck/Plant A

• Item Image

  Media

• Type of Item

  Select EWP TIPPER WOOD-CHIPPER UTE POSI-TRACK JARRAF SKY-TRIM

  • EWP
  • TIPPER
  • WOOD-CHIPPER
  • UTE
  • POSI-TRACK
  • JARRAF
  • SKY-TRIM

• Registration No

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Unit No

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Height Displayed on Label

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Registration Sticker

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Operators Manual

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Vehicle service current

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Daily checklist

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Wash down log book

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Registration Plates

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fuel Container Approved and labelled

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Herbicide Container Approved and labelled

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Marker dye

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Water container and fresh water

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• First Aid Kit and sticker displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Spill Kit

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fall Arrest

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fire Extinguisher

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Flashing light/s all operational

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Reverse Warning beeper operational

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Wheel chocks x 2

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Knapsack

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Rake Hoe

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Vemco Group logo

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Client logo

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Seat belts in good order

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• No smoking sign displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Safety Savers displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Sunscreen and Insect repellent on vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Pedestrian Warning Sign

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Symbolic Worker (Class 1 reflective - 900 x 600)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Prepare to stop (Class 1 Reflective 900 x 600)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2x Pedestrian Watch your step

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6 stands for Signs

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Stop Slow Bats

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Chevrons

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12 Witches Hats

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Truck/Plant B

• Item Image

  Media

• Type of Item

  Select EWP TIPPER WOOD-CHIPPER UTE POSI-TRACK JARRAF SKY-TRIM

  • EWP
  • TIPPER
  • WOOD-CHIPPER
  • UTE
  • POSI-TRACK
  • JARRAF
  • SKY-TRIM

• Registration No

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Unit No

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Height Displayed on Label

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Registration Sticker

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Operators Manual

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Vehicle service current

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Daily checklist

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Wash down log book

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Registration Plates

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fuel Container Approved and labelled

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Herbicide Container Approved and labelled

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Marker dye

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Water container and fresh water

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• First Aid Kit and sticker displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Spill Kit

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fall Arrest

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fire Extinguisher

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Flashing light/s all operational

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Reverse Warning beeper operational

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Wheel chocks x 2

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Knapsack

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Rake Hoe

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Client logo

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Seat belts in good order

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• No smoking sign displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Safety Savers displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Sunscreen and Insect repellent on vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Pedestrian Warning Sign

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Symbolic Worker (Class 1 reflective - 900 x 600)(Workman Ahead)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Prepare to stop (Class 1 Reflective 900 x 600)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6 stands for Signs

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Pedestrian Watch your step

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Stop Slow Bats

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Chevrons

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12 Witches Hats

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Truck /Plant C

• Item Image

  Media

• Type of Item

  Select EWP TIPPER WOOD-CHIPPER UTE POSI-TRACK JARRAF SKY-TRIM

  • EWP
  • TIPPER
  • WOOD-CHIPPER
  • UTE
  • POSI-TRACK
  • JARRAF
  • SKY-TRIM

• Registration No

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Unit No

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Height Displayed on Label

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Registration Sticker

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Operators Manual

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Vehicle service current

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Daily checklist

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Wash down log book

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Registration Plates

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fuel Container Approved and labelled

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Herbicide Container Approved and labelled

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Marker dye

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Water container and fresh water

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• First Aid Kit and sticker displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Spill Kit

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fall Arrest

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fire Extinguisher

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Flashing light/s all operational

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Reverse Warning beeper operational

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Wheel chocks x 2

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Knapsack

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Rake Hoe

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Vemco Group logo

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Client logo

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Seat belts in good order

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• No smoking sign displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Safety Savers displayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Sunscreen and Insect repellent on vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Pedestrian Warning Sign

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Symbolic worker (Class 1 reflective - 900 x 600)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Prepare to stop (Class 1 Reflective 900 x 600)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Pedestrian Watch your step

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6 stands for Signs

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Stop Slow Bats

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2 x Chevrons

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12 Witches Hats

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

2.0 Preliminary / Worksite Hazard Management

• 2.1 Has the Site Supervisor in control of the Worksite been identified and recorded on the HAC?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.3Has the scope and sequence of the work to be performed been discussed with and understood by each Work Group member, including all Safety Observers.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.4 Has a Hazard Assessment Checklist been undertaken, documented and communicated by the Supervisor/Employee in Charge to each member of all Work Groups?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.5 Hazards particular to site have been identified and effective controls implemented

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.6 Where you asked to sign onto HAC / JSA

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.8 Does each member of the Work Group understand the HAC process? (ie Worksite specific hazards identified with suitable control measures implemented and monitored throughout the tasks).

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.9 Has the relevant SWMS been identified and does each member of the Work Group have full understanding of their content and the application to the work being undertaken by each Work Group member.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.10 Has an appropriate sized area “Drop Zone” been identified and delineated? (with reflective cones, barriers in place).

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.11 Are appropriate rescue/escape facilities available/operational?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 2.12 Are complete and in test rescue kits in place and prepared for use at the Worksite prior to performance of any works?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

4.0 PPE / Hearing Conservation / First Aid Kit

• PPE ("Safe" or "At Risk" only) # To be replaced every two (2) years or as required. (Refer AS NZS 4836.204)

• 4.1 Protective Clothing

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.2 Steel Cap Safety Boots

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.3 Hard Hat #

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.4 Hardworking Gloves available

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.5 Eye Protection

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.6 Hearing Protection #

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.7 High Visibility Vest/Outer Garment

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.8 Chainsaw Chaps

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.9 All employees trained and refreshed annually on the correct use and maintenance of PPE

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.10 Plugs to be used only once

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.11 Ear muffs to be regularly inspected

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.12 Inside cushion to be carefully inspected

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.13 Are the correct class of insulating gloves worn? Are they in test?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Hearing Conservation

• 4.14 Ear muffs to be structurally sound. One per person

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.15Are hearing protection warning signs on plant/equipment clean and clearly visible?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• First Aid Kit

• 4.16 Check contents of First Aid Kit via contents list.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 4.17 Are the items in First Aid Kit in date? Apply Date.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

5.0 Manual Handling

• 5.1 What manual handling tasks occurring on site? List. (Manual handling includes: lifting, pushing, pulling, grabbing, holding, reaching or carrying)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 5.2 Is Manual Handling noted on JSA/HAC sheet and SWMS' applicable to tasks?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 5.3 What control measures have been used?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 5.4 Is there frequent reaching above shoulder height?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 5.5 Is there excessive or prolonged twisting of the back or neck?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 5.6 Is job rotation being practiced to reduce the likelihood of manual handling injuries? Comment what rotation?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 5.7 Are manual handling techniques being adopted acceptable for the hazards associated with the task?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

6.0 Safe Approach Distances

• 6.1 Up to1000V No Contact

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.2 Above 1000V up to and including 22kV 700 mm

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.3 Above 22kV and up to and including 66kV 900 mm

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Tree Clearance

• LV:

• 6.4 Above: Touching (clear but control the cut limbs)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.5 Below: Touching (Risk Assessment)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.6 Adjacent: Touching

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.7 Through: Take extreme care (Risk Assessment)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.8 Between LV & HV Conductors: Clearing not permitted

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• HV up to 22kV

• 6.9 Through/Above: not to be cleared (when live)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.10 Below: No Contact (risk assessment required)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.11 Adjacent: 700 mm

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22kV up to 66kV

• 6.12 Through and/or Above: Not to be cleared (when live)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.13 Below: No Contact (risk assessment required)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.14 Adjacent: 900 mm

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• EWP

• 6.15 All personnel to stay > 6m from EWP when near live apparatus unless safety observer posted.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.16 No EWP shall approach closer than 6.4m to live apparatus unless: - In vehicle mode, - Personnel authorised, - Line is isolated and earthed, - Insulated conductors, -Safety observer posted

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.17 Earth chain to be lowered to the ground, Question for crew, "what is the correct diameter link for voltages up to and including 66kv?"

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.18 Are insulating tools used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.19 Is EWP Operator aware of location of energised conductors/equipment in close vicinity to where they are working?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Safety Observer

• 6.20 Is a trained and competent Safety Observer (including for Exclusion Zones, Live Work, Live Line) on Worksite for the work being carried out.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.21 Are all exclusion zones to potential energised conductors or plant maintained during both access to and work activities being undertaken at the worksite?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 6.22 Does each Work Group member understand and demonstrate knowledge of approach distances/exclusion zones?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Training

• 6. All employees trained in a course approved by the State Office of the Chief Electrical Inspector and authorisation is renewed every 12 months

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

7.0 Chainsaw

• Preparation

• 7.1 Chainsaw to be fuelled in clear surroundings

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.2 Operator to be trained and authorised

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Operating Chainsaw

• Insert Image of all chainsaw operators demonstrating correct use of equipment.

  Media

• 7.3 Inspect chainsaw prior to starting

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.4 Start chainsaw with decompression devises engaged and in ground when cold

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.5 If warm start chainsaw either on ground or between legs

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.6 Good balance, stance

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.7 Correct thumb position

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.8 Check operation of chain-brake

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.9 Surrounding area clear of hazards

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Cutting

• 7.10 Cut compression side of limb first

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.11 Dogs up against wood

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 7.12 Cut at peak revs

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

8.0 Climbing

• Preparation

• 8.1 Climbing ropes to be stored in a dry area away from oil, fuel etc.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 8.2 Assess tree & general area for hazards, i.e. Heaving of ground, Fungal fruiting bodies, Bees & Wasps, Dead branches etc.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 8.3 Planned climbing path identified and can be communicated.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 8.4 Selected tie off point

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Climbing Equipment

• Climbing ropes are long enough and in good condition (2 required)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Fall arrest inspection and maintenance documentation current and sighted? (All harnesses, ropes and carabiners must comply with AS 1891.1 1995

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Check gates open and close effectively

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Check work ropes are long enough and on good condition. (1 required)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Spurs (straps, gaffs sharp, pads and buckles OK)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Equipment raised and lowered by approved techniques and equipment.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Personal safety equipment.

• Chainsaw pants

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Aerial rescue kit in position (kit checked daily before operation)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Techniques.

• Controlled movement within the tree archived by climber including the handling of equipment and cut tree limbs

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Clear work area maintained under target tree by ground personnel.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Stable anchor points for ropes selected.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Climbing irons (spurs) only used in approved situations (removal and rescue only)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Tree ascended by approved methods with climber tied in at all times with only one person in target tree.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

9.0 Tree Felling Techniques

• 9.1 Have appropriate clearing techniques been employed with only targeted Vegetation removed and required profile established?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.2 Is correct plant and equipment being selected for most practical method of clearing vegetation?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.3 Is clearance from overhead conductors and plant to vegetation being maintained?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.4 Is pruning and trimming being performed to AS 3473 “Amenity Tree Pruning” required standards?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Preparation

• 9.5 Min two employees / Gang trained and authorized. List Names:

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.6 Inspect the tree for weight distribution

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.7 Look for loose limbs which may dislodge

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.8 Avoid if possible, windy conditions

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.9 Inspect surrounding to ensure all people clear

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.10 Logs, rocks or branches are cleared from base of tree

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.11 Undergrowth near the tree is clear

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.12 Direction of fall will clear tree of wires, snags etc.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.13 Faller has clear and safe escape route

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Tackle

• 9.14 Checked prior to use

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.15 Rigged appropriately

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.16 Wedges and hammer at hand

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Scarf Cut

• 9.17 Scarf in best position to determine direction fall

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.18 Opening cut at 45 degrees

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.19 Horizontal cut extending ¼ to 1/3 into diameter of trunk

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.20 Two cuts must be clear of wood fragments

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.21 Level and sawn (10% of the diameter of the trunk) above the horizontal plane

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Back Cut

• 9.22 Level and sawn (10% of the diameter of the trunk) above the horizontal plane

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.23 Leave sufficient hinge wood

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Saw should be clear of tree when it falls.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Stump Grinding (quality assessment)

• 9.24Stumps ground to a depth of 250mm below ground surface level?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 9.25 Stump holes back filled and compacted to original ground level with tolerance (no trip hazards remain)?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Debris

• 9.26 Are cleared vegetation/debris being safely stacked/distributed across area (chip/mulch) or disposed of in accordance with requirements?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

10.0 Live Line Vegetation Removal Techniques

• 10.1 Have all control measures been implemented/ considered prior to working live?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.2 Are appropriate Live Line Vegetation Removal Techniques employed to prune vegetation?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.3 Is a trained and competent Safety Observer (including for Exclusion Zones, Live Work, Live Line) on Worksite for the work being carried out.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.4 Are Insulating Barriers in place when Live Line approach distances encroached upon?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.5 Is integrity of insulating properties of conductors and structures proven if suspect?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.6 Live Line Vegetation removal not being attempted in gusty/high wind conditions, wet, foggy or unsuitable weather conditions?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.7 Are hydraulic hoses being prevented from contacting conductors?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.8 No vegetation removal is occurring where vegetation encroaches upon air insulating distance for system voltage (up to and including 33kV)?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.9 Voltages exceeding 33kV; no removal is occurring of vegetation encroaching upon Live Line approach distance to energised conductors?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.10 Should vegetation inadvertently fall on conductors, size of cut vegetation shall not provide a conductive path with different potential and/or cause movement of the conductors?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.11 Is hydraulic insulated long reach chainsaw correctly used to remove vegetation?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.12 Is Live Line equipment maintained in clean and dry condition?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.13 Is Live Line equipment being utilised in test with SWL clearly defined?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.14 Is Live Line equipment being utilised, stored, transported and handled with damage?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.15 Is vegetation being moved outside approach distance and kept under complete control during its removal?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.16 Is chainsaw cutter/bar/conductive objects used/held for vegetation removal not encroached upon Live Line approach distance?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.17 Are adequate number of Live Line Operators on site for gestation removal being undertaken?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.18 Has check of conductors/structures of span where vegetation is to be removed being undertaken (or been undertaken) to ensure structurally sound conductors and supporting infrastructure?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.19 Is Live Line equipment being cleaned, inspected and silicone applied before use?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.20 Is communications equipment being utilised effectively at worksite with Operator and Safety Observer maintaining constant communication during vegetation removal?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.21 Are automatic reclosing facilities on feeder inoperative while vegetation removal is occurring?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 10.22 Is Live Line equipment being used without exceeding safe working load during vegetation removal?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

11.0 Environmental

• 11.1 Are Worksite operations conducted such that no potential for environmental nuisance or harm to occur, with environmental considerations managed effectively?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.2 No rubbish on site

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.3 Vegetation Waste is chipped and removed from site OR vegetation waste is cut and stacked – not blocking waterways

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.4 Vegetation which is cut is only that identified on Daily Work Sheet

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.5 Ground disturbance is minimized and rectified if necessary

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.6 Appropriate waste management practices are being followed. Waste transport and disposal license documentation is in place as required

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.7 Check water runoff for evidence of sediment, oil or other hazardous material at work areas close to stream flow.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.8 Are appropriate sediment control methods employed and effective ensuring no contaminants are entering water sources/systems?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.9 Are dust and odour environmental controls in place?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.10 Declared Plants/Weeds – are species identified at Worksite? Inspect vehicles and plant disinfection has been undertaken to ensure weed and soil contamination does not occur. Is the uncontrolled transportation of declared plant seeds eliminated?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.11 Ensure areas identified for protection have not been damaged or destroyed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.12 Are oil spills identified/controlled/managed and reported? Are oil spill control kits on hand at the worksite?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.13 Are impacts on marine plant habitats and other sensitive areas managed correctly?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.14 Is full compliance with all environmental permits and Environmental Management Plans occurring at the worksite as required?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 11.15 Fire Ants – restricted areas identified, compliance with Fire Ant restrictions regarding disturbance of soil and materials transport? (QLD)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

12.0 Herbicide

• 12.1 Trained and authorised employees

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.2 Storage away from food, personnel, cleaning materials

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.3 Material safety data sheet on site (less that 5 yrs. old)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.4 Clean water, soap, washing facilities available

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.5 Use of safety apparel when mixing solution

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.6 Avoid skin contact at all times

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.7 Mixed to manufacturers specifications

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.8 Marker Dyes stored appropriately and mixed to appropriate rates.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.9 Herbicide spill kit on vehicle? (Includes all the requirements of MSDS for handling spills)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Cut Stump Treatment

• 12.10 Cut stems as close to ground as possible

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.11 Apply herbicide within 10 seconds of cut

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.12 Larger stumps apply to bark / sapwood zone

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.13 For coppice treat separate shoots

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.14 All stems treated

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Foliar Spraying

• 12.15 Spray only when branches are dry

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.16 All branches and leaves to be sprayed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.17 Do not spray if rain is expected within rain fastness period

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.18 Avoid excessive drift when spraying (wind)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.19 Keep nozzle close to ground

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.20 Appropriate record/s of application completed

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.21 Has correct herbicide been selected for the targeted species and the operating environment for application?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 12.22 Sufficient treatment being applied to achieve required rate and clearing profile?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

13.0 Dangerous Goods / Hazourdous Substances

• 13.1 Chemicals are transported, stored, signed and handled as per MSDS.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 13.2 Are containers properly marked for the correct contents?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 13.3 Are the MSDS(s) and label(s) for products available at the point of use on the Worksite for the materials kept on the site?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 13.4 Are all Work Group members aware of the contents of the MSDS and label for products being used and all the appropriate control measures to be utilised?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 13.5 MSDS, Chemical register are readily available and in 5 year issue date

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 13.6 Does the worksite allow adequate ventilation?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 13.7 Are the proper HazChem signs displayed? (where applicable)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

14.0 Worksite Traffic Managment

• Traffic Management Plan

• 14.1 Traffic Management Plan exists

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.1a       Risk Assessment (HAC) (indicates guidance schemes in use)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.1b       Traffic Guidance Scheme(Site specific or generic)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.1c       Specific location details

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.2 Is the plan available for inspection?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.3 Is the plan appropriate for the work?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.4 Are documented changes (if any) to the plan available for inspection?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.5 Generic Guidance Schemes available in vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.6 Guidance Scheme (inc Speed Limits and Clearance) appropriate to situation. (>3m / -) (1.2m-3m / 60km/h) (<1.2m/40km/h)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.7 Worksite matches Guidance Scheme (or documented where variations)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.8 If Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) required, available on site (utility works exempt)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.9 Have required permit(s) / agreement(s) from all other relevant Authorities been obtained and complied with to cover all work tasks?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.10 Has the applicable hazard (including vehicular and pedestrian traffic) management and relevant control measures been established (eg correct placement of signs, reflective cones and barriers) and has the levels of planning been satisfied to minimise / eliminate all Worksite hazards?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Signs

• 14.11 Appropriate signs used (Class 1 reflective)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.12 Signs located appropriately (as per Guidance Scheme or 2D).

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.13 Signs visible to road user

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.14 Signs in good condition

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Tapers

• 14.15 Tapers of appropriate length

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.16 Sufficient cones of correct size used. (>60 km/hr – 700mm)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.17 Reflective tape/sleeves on cones (for night use only)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Vehicles

• 14.18 Vehicles parked correctly

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.19 Revolving lights activated/serviceable

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Personnel

• 14.20 Reflective vest/high visibility

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Other

• 14.21 Traffic controller required

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.22 Traffic controller used

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Training

• 14.21 Sight training/ticket ( should be national ticket )

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 14.22 Is further training required

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

15.0 Pre Summer Vehicle / Equipment / Fire Prevention

• 15.1 Shovel

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 15.2 Chainsaws – spark arresters fitted.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 15.3 Exhaust system (proper type) *exhaust silencing device functioning correctly

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 15.4 No accumulated dry grass - debris on undercarriage/skid plate

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 15.5 Additional fire season equipment available

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

16.0 Vehicle

• External Vehicle

• 16.1 Tray General Tidiness (must be trip hazard free, no rubbish present)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.2 Panels – note any damage (minor - major)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.3 Light Lenses – note any damage

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.4 Lockers – external – note any damage

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.5 Lockers – internal (check locks are fully functioning)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.6 Presentable and clean – no excessive build up of mud or grime (record date last washed, check Vemco Group wash down log if applicable)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.7 Tyre condition – tread, inflation

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.8 Windows free from cracks and chips

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.9 Are the windscreen wiper blades, vehicle horn and reverse beeper in satisfactory working order?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.10 Mirrors

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Cabin

• 16.11 Are all headlights, parking lights, reverse lights, brake lights, hazard lights, indicators, flashing beacons and horn working and undamaged?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.12 Are there any loose items in the cabin area of the vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.13 Are all items stowed and secure in the vehicle?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Equipment

• 16.14 Harness in date (record serial # and expiry date)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.15 Lanyard in date (record serial # and expiry date)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 16.16 CDD in date (record date)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

17.0 Elevated Work Platforms

• Paperwork / Documentation

• 17.1 Electrical test certificates <6 months and copy on truck. Date of last test:

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.2 Weight test certificates <12 months and copy on truck. Date of last test:

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.3 EWP build date < 10 years or rebuilt within last 5 years

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.4 Three (3) monthly inspection carried out and copy on truck. Date of last test:

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Equipment

• 17.5 Earth Chain fitted (1 metre on ground)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.6 Stabiliser Pads (1x per leg)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.7 EWP Lanyards: Check AS labelled and expiry date

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.8 EWP Harness: Check AS labelled and expiry date

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.9 No extension leads in use on EWP?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.10 Is EWP auxiliary back up operational?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Road Signs

• 17.11 Pedestrian

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Booms

• 17.12 All exposed metal above 4.5m to be LV insulated/covered.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.13 Means of emergency retrieval required (booms)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.14 Elbow clearly marked (painted/reflective tape)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.15 Means of restraining booms during transport

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Basket / Controls

• 17.16 Level indicators to be fitted (2 required)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.17 Duplicate controls to be fitted (basket & turret)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.18 Controls to be clearly marked (basket & turret)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.19 Controlled Decent Device (CDD) fitted and tested within date

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.20 Dead man to be fitted

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.21 Emergency stop to be fitted and tested.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.22 Anchorage points for harness in basket

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.23 SWL clearly marked on basket

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• General

• 17.24 Vehicle in neat and tidy condition

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.25 Is safety equipment (such as harness) being used that is appropriate for individual risk and/or exposure to personnel with checks on functionality of safety/rescue equipments being made and safety/rescue equipment is not in direct contact with energised apparatus?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.26 Is a trained and competent Safety Observer (including for Exclusion Zones, Live Work, Live Line) on Worksite for the work being carried out.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 17.27 Is EWP ground operator in direct communication with EWP Operator, observing EWP Operator, not performing other duties and in close proximity to ground controls to undertake rescue?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

18.0 Tipper Chipper

• Vehicle

• 18.1 Tyre condition, incl spare

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Chipper

• 18.2 Tow hitch and pintle no excessive wear( no more than one third of hitch or pintle to be worn)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.3 Emergency brake tear away cable fitted, working (remove tear away from switch on chipper, brakes should be activated, chipper should not be able to be moved.)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.4 Emergency stop switches working (machine should stop) reset switch after use.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.5 Control Bar (engage forward, neutral and reverse)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.6 No excessive debris build-up on chipper

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• Operation and PPE

• 18.7 Protective eyewear worn

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.8 Hardhat being worn

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.9 Protective hearing worn

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.10 Two people on site when chipper operating

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.11 Branches cut into manageable lengths

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 18.12 Emergency Stop Button/Bar (tested)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

19.0 SkyTrim/Jarraff/Kwicktrim

• Preparation

• 19.1 Crew trained for task(s) and authorised

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.2 Appropriate vehicle licence held. (minimum MR)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.3 Crew aware that all incidents to be reported to Supervisor

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.4 PPE available and being worn as per Minimum Requirements (see Crew Manual)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.5 Daily Plant Safety Checklist completed fully and appropriately

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.6 Worksite Risk Assessment completed fully and appropriately

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.7 Person in charge of site known by all crew members. List name.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.8 Safety observer appointed if near powerlines. Write in name.

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 19.9 Operators Manual Avaliblle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

20.0 Excavator / Harvester

• 20.1 All equipment secure on and in plant when travelling, no loose objects

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.2 FOPS & ROPS Canopy

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.3 All Safety Guards Fitted

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.4 Quick hitch pin

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.5 Horn and reverse alarm operable

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.6 Warning devices and other lights (flashing, head, tail, indicators)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.7 All vehicle systems in good working order

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.8 Emergency stops where fitted operable (eg. Deadman switches)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.9 UHF Radio Fitted (if not fitted, has a hand held radio been supplied)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.10 Additional fire season equipment available

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 20.11 Cleanliness of vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

21.0 Tractor Mounted Mulcher / Posi Track / Dozer / Bobcat / Skid Steer

• 21.1 Plant not being used on slide slope more than 15 degrees

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.2 FOPS & ROPS Canopy (if applicable)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.3 Voice activated 2 way radio system being used between operator and observer

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.4 If observer within 10 metres of plant, hearing protection used

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.5 Site Inspection completed and documented and potential hazards identified and marked (auditor to sight)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.6 All equipment secure on and in plant when travelling, no loose objects

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.7 All Safety Guards Fitted

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.8 Horn and reverse alarm operable

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.9 Warning devices and other lights (flashing, head, tail, indicators)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.10 All vehicle systems in good working order

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.11 Emergency stops where fitted operable (eg. Deadman switches)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.12 Additional fire season equipment available

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 21.13 Cleanliness of vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

22.0 Truck and Trailer (Float)

• 22.1 All equipment secure on and in truck when travelling, no loose objects

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.2 All Safety Guards Fitted

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.3 Horn and reverse alarm operable

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.4 Warning devices and other lights (flashing, head, tail, indicators)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.5 All vehicle systems in good working order

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.6 Emergency stops where fitted operable (eg. Deadman switches)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.7 UHF Radio Fitted (if not fitted, has a hand held radio been supplied)

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.8 Additional fire season equipment available

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 22.9 Cleanliness of vehicle

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

23.0 Worksite Reinstatement

• 23.1 Is Worksite being left clean and tidy during works and after completion of works (all debris removed from site that is then left in an unacceptable condition)?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 23.2 Is there a cleared corridor surrounding overhead conductors and supporting infrastructure and tracks being left free of potential for erosion to occur?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 23.3 Is private property being left undamaged during and at completion of all services at the worksite?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

• 23.4 Are all potential hazardous stakes or stumps at Worksite being identified and removed during reinstatement?

  C

  NC

  imp

  NA

Sign off and verification.

• Comments

• Has there been non conformances identified?

• Unsafe work practice or OHS Hazard? (if yes issue a hazard report form)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Changes required to procedures SWMS? (record comments)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Auditors Signature

  Sign

• Crew Leader / Supervisor

  Sign

Observations, non conformances including responsible person and target dates.

• Observations, non conformances including responsible person and target dates.

• Observations, non conformances including responsible person and target dates.

• Observations, non conformances including responsible person and target dates.

• Observations, non conformances including responsible person and target dates.

• Observations, non conformances including responsible person and target dates.

• Observations, non conformances including responsible person and target dates.