Information

  • Audit Title

  • Document No.

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

Previous Audit Report

  • Have items in the previous audit report been closed out?

Management Controls

  • Is a copy of the project F10 displayed on site.

  • Are employers and public liability insurance certificates valid and on display.

  • Have appropriate health & safety signs/notices been erected around the site i.e. mandatory use of PPE, Incomplete Scaffolds, No Smoking, Traffic Management, Fire assembly, Fist Aid Points etc.

  • Has a project news letter been developed and issued to surrounding properties

  • Ensure an Accident Book (which complies with the Data Protection Act) is provided on site and is available to all personnel

  • Ensure that all persons are familiar with the requirements of the site safety rules and that they have attended a site-specific induction.

  • Ensure site safety rules are displayed in a prominent position e.g. canteen, site office etc.

  • Ensure all site operatives, including sub-contractors have a valid CSCS/SKILL card, or are working towards achievement.<br>

  • Ensure operatives CSCS/SKILL cards/registration are appropriate for the work being undertaken

Access and Egress

  • Is there safe access and egress to all working areas of the site?

  • Have pedestrian walkways been provided to protect them from moving plant/vehicles?

  • Are walkways free from obstructions and stored materials?

  • Are access routes adequatelly lit?

  • Access and Egress compliant?

Access - External

  • Are site access points are clearly signposted on the approaches to the site.

  • Ensure all signage is in accordance with Chapter 8 of the New Roads & Street works for work carried out on public roads and footpaths.

  • Ensure adequate on-site signage is provided to warn and advise both vehicle drivers and pedestrians.

  • Ensure that adequate lighting is provided, including flashing amber warning beacons where appropriate.

  • Is there a clear access route to and from all parts of the site. This should include access for emergency services vehicles.

  • Has any parking of contractors vehicles associated with the project obstructed site access or neighbouring driveways?

  • Are major deliveries timed so as to avoid school drop-off and pick-up times and other rush hour times as per the project Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan?

  • Are site access roads and adjacent public highways kept clean and tidy? Is a wheel wash facility available?.

  • Is there suitable barriers and warning notices to keep members of the public separated from the site works and site traffic.

  • Is safe pedestrian access provided across all site entrances.

  • Where work at height is carried out adjacent to the public highway/footpath are protective fans or other measures provided to safeguard members of the public.

  • Is the site securely fenced at all times to prevent unauthorised access.

  • Are the following carried out At the end of each day/shift ;<br><br>secure tools, plant and equipment; remove or board ladders to restrict access; cover and fence excavations; store and secure hazardous materials/substances; ensure materials are properly stacked and choked.

  • Is adequate signage provided to direct members of the public around work which requires footpaths to be suspended?.

  • External Access Compliant?

Asbestos Management

  • Has an asbestos survey been carried out in accordance with HSG264?

  • Has a detailed risk assessment and method statement been carried out?

  • Have the results of the survey been communicated to relevant parties?

  • Are air testing results in place?

  • Are certificates of re-occupancy in place?

  • Are waste consignment notes in place?

  • Has the HSE been informed before any work has been undertaken (14 day notice)?

  • Is the removal company licenced?

  • Is the work being carried out in a controlled and safe manner?

  • Has the asbestos been disposed off in accordance with the special waste regulations ?

  • Are emergency procedures in place for inadvertent exposure?

  • Is the presence of asbestos included in the site induction?

  • Asbestos Management Compliant?

Cartridge Operated Tools

  • Has the operator/s been properly trained?

  • Is the operator/s wearing eye protection?

  • Are the gun cartridges keep secure when not in use?

  • Is the use of cartridge tools compliant?

Compressed Gasses (e.g. LPG, Acetylene)

  • Are they kept away from flammable liquids?

  • Are the properly stored in a purpose made cage?

  • Are gasses segregated by type?

  • Do all lines have anti-flashback arresters fitted (except for LPG fired blow heaters/torpedo heaters?

  • Compressed gasses compliant?

Confined Spaces

  • All work in confined spaces should be subject to a specific risk assessment and be carried out in accordance with Permit to Work/Enter and a safe system of work. Has the contractor carrying out confined space work issued suitable RAMS and completed a permit?

  • Only appropriately trained and qualified persons who have undergone an accredited confined spaces entry course shall be permitted to enter a confined space, and only then if the correct checks have been made and the correct safety equipment (breathing apparatus, gas detection equipment, emergency escape equipment etc) are used.

  • Is there a risk assessment for the confined spaces work?

  • Ensure all confined space permits have been checked, are valid and being strictly enforced.

  • Controls should include atmospheric monitoring, emergency escape arrangements, adequate supervision (i.e.: a top man outside of the confined space), method of raising the alarm and safe access/egress etc.

  • Check permits are closed and cancelled upon completion of the works.

  • Confined Spaces compliant?

Consultation

  • Has a system been established for employees to comment and be consulted on health, safety and welfare issues.

  • Are minutes and actions from meeting available and published on site?

  • Ensure appropriate Tool Box Talks are given to all employees and that the Tool Box Talks are appropriate and relevant to the work being undertaken.

  • Ensure that an attendance register has been maintained and signed by all persons present at each Tool Box Talk.

  • Consultation compliant?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

  • Have COSSH Assessments been carried out for all potentially hazardous materials and substances being used on the site.

  • Are material safety data sheets available to assist with COSHH assessments.

  • Have the hazards associated with the use of such materials been properly communicated to those affected.

  • Are alternative safer substances available which can be used as substitutes.

  • Ensure all dangerous/hazardous materials/Substances are clearly marked/identified and stored in a secure location appropriate to the substance.

  • Have the appropriate control systems and PPE been provided and is the PPE being used.

  • COSHH Compliant?

Demolition Operations

  • Has a competent person been appointed to oversee the demolition operations?

  • Has the structural stability been checked and are temporary supports in place where required?

  • Are any temporary works designers required?

  • Where required has the scaffolding been netted, monaflexed or hoarded off?

  • Have all services been disconnected?

  • Is the area barried off and suitably signs in place.?

  • Is there adequate dust suppression where required?

  • Is there sutable noise controls in place?

  • Is there suitable lighting?

  • Is material being removed from site on a regular basis and not allowed to accumulate?

  • Are all demolition operatives adiquitly trained, supervised and instructed?

  • Demolition Operations compliant?

Electrical Equipment

  • Ensure that existing services e.g.: electricity cables, gas mains etc have been identified and effective steps have been taken to prevent danger from them.

  • Check that low voltage tools and equipment are being used wherever possible.

  • Check that only 110v CTE hand tool etc are in use.

  • Check that cables and leads are protected from damage.

  • Check all connections are properly made and suitable plugs are used.

  • Check that tools and equipment are visually checked and regularly inspected/tested by a competent person. (PAT)

  • Ensure that cables and trailing leads are not trip hazards.

  • Ensure that suitable and sufficient task lighting is provided to enable operatives to safely carry out their work.

  • Electrical Equipment compliant?

Environmental Management

  • Is there any evidence of nesting birds, if so are protection measures adiquate?

  • Is the site free from trees that have a tree protection order (TPO)?

  • Have all practical measures been implemented to increase the energy efficiency of the site.

  • Carbon footprint measurement process in place?

  • Are environmental guidance notes available on site?

  • Have all potential pathways been identified and addressed?

  • Are any concrete washout facilities available and suitable?

  • Are any consents required?, if so are they being monitored and complied with?

  • Is a local drainage plan available on site?

  • Are any noise/dust issues present and are they being suitably controlled?

  • Any evidence of liaison with local schools?

  • Are spill kits available and easily located?

  • Are soil heaps located away from rivers/streams?

  • Environmental Management compliant?

Excavations/Earthworks

  • Ensure that checks are made to determine the presence of any buried services before and during all excavation works.

  • All excavations should be carried out in accordance with a detailed method statement s and permit to dig. Is there a permit to dig?

  • Check that there is adequate support and propping for the excavation, or whether it has been sloped or battered back to a safe angle.

  • Check that there is a safe method used for placing supports, without the need for operatives to work in an unsupported trench.

  • Check that there is safe access into the excavation (i.e.: a sufficiently long and secured ladder).

  • Check that barriers or other protection to stop people/vehicles falling in are in place.

  • Does the excavation affect the stability of neighbouring structures or services.

  • Ensure that materials, spoil and plant is stored away from the edge of the excavation to reduce the chance of collapse.

  • Ensure that the excavation is regularly inspected by a competent person and that a record of such inspections is maintained.

  • Excavations/Earthwork compliant?

Fire Risks and Management

  • Is there a fire risk assessment in place?

  • Ensure there are emergency procedures for evacuating the site in case of a fire, flood, explosion etc. Are all site workers aware of the procedures and are these displayed in prominent locations on site?

  • Check that there is an adequate means of raising the alarm, and that it is regularly tested.

  • Check that the emergency services have been informed of the location of the works, the key hazards and the emergency procedures.

  • Ensure that there are adequate escape routes and that these are kept clear of obstructions.

  • Ensure that the quantity of flammable materials, liquids and gases are kept to a minimum and are adequately stored.

  • Ensure that smoking and other ignition sources are banned in areas where gases or flammable liquids are stored or used.

  • Check that flammable and combustible waste is removed regularly and stored in suitable bins and skips.

  • Have suitable fire extinguishers been provided and are they maintained, in a good condition and within service date

  • Fire Risk and Management compliant?

First Aid

  • Is there an appropriate number of trained and qualified first aiders available on the site.

  • Are Additional suitably qualified persons available to ensure adequate first aid provision is provided.

  • Are the names of all first aiders detailed on the site notice board?

  • Are first aiders clearly identified on site through with the use of an appropriate helmet sticker.

  • Ensure the first aid kit contains only first aid materials.

  • The location of the first aid box should be indicated on the site notice board and the door of the room in which it is contained. Are they clearly indicated?

  • Signs directing persons to the site of the first aid book should also be provided.

  • Are new staff made aware of its location as part of their induction?

  • First Aid requirements compliant?

Housekeeping

  • Ensure all debris and waste is removed from the work area upon completion of the work or at the end of each shift.

  • Ensure Debris is not be allowed to collect around the site.

  • Ensure staff adopt the philosophy of 'A tidy site is a safe site'.

  • Ensure materials are stored in an appropriate manner so as not to cause damage to or a weakening of the material.

  • Are damaged materials segregate to prevent them being used?

  • Are All pipes and tubes etc securely wedged or choked to prevent accidental movement?

  • Are All hazardous/flammable liquids contained within a bundled area/tank?

  • Ensure all waste receptacles are are appropriately signed for their intended contents.

  • Housekeeping compliant?

Induction

  • Have all staff received a site specific safety induction before starting work.

  • Are all visitors including the client representatives being inducted?

  • Are site safety inductions being adequately carried out both for staff and visitors?

Lifting Operations/Equipment

  • Have all lifting operation got a valid lifting plan?

  • Ensure that all lifting equipment has been tested and installed by a competent person and is regularly maintained and inspected.

  • Check that the operators are trained and competent.

  • Check that the rated capacity/safe working load is clearly marked.

  • Ensure that cranes and other lifting equipment has sufficient space to operate safely.

  • All lifting equipment should have a thorough examination every 6 months.

  • Ensure lifting operations do not take place near overhead power lines and excavations.

  • Lifting Operations/Equipment compliant?

Low Level Access Including Steps and Podiums

  • Are podiums used before steps are allowed?

  • Are podiums maintained and inspected regularly?

  • Are podiums free from defects?

  • Are steps class 1 as defined in EN131?

  • Is there a risk assessment in place for the use of steps?

  • Is a permit system in place?

  • Low level access compliant?

Manual Handling

  • Ensure that a manual handling risk assessment has been completed wherever regular lifting of heavy loads is required.

  • Check the suitability of using wheelbarrows, hoists, telehandlers and other plant or machinery so that manual handling of heavy objects is kept to a minimum.

  • Ensure all staff have received manual training.

  • Manual Handling compliant?

Mobile Scaffold Towers

  • Check that proprietary tower scaffolds have been erected and are being used in accordance with the suppliers instructions.

  • Check that the wheels of any tower scaffold have been locked when in use and check that the platform is empty when being moved.

  • Are they tagged safe for use?

  • Mobile Towers compliant?

Occupational Health, HAV'S, Noise and Associated Health Risks

  • Check that workers have had information and training so that they know what the risks are from HAV.

  • Check that exposure to HAV has been reduced as much as possible by selecting suitable work methods and Plant.

  • Ensure reduced-vibration tools are used wherever possible.

  • Check vibration tools are properly maintained.

  • Check whether health surveillance for people exposed to high levels of hand-arm vibration over long periods is in place.

  • Limit the exposure of persons to HAV by ensuring that no person uses vibrating tools for longer than the manufactures guided times.

  • Ensure that workers have had training so they are aware of the risks from noise on site and what they need to do to avoid these risks.

  • Check whether the noise can be reduced by using different working methods or selecting quieter plant e.g.: by fitting breakers and other plant or machinery with silencers.

  • Preventative maintenance can also help to reduce the noise caused by wear and tear on plant and machinery.

  • Ensure that people not involved in the work are kept away from the source of the noise.

  • Occupation health, HAV'S, Noise and associated risks compliant?

Permits to Work

  • Hot Works - Hot Works include welding, oxy-acetylene cutting, use of angle grinders/skill saws etc.

  • Ensure all Hot Works Permits have been checked and reviewed and are valid for the work conditions.

  • Ensure suitable and sufficient fire prevention measures are in place, including the removal of all combustible materials, the use of fire blankets and fire extinguishers.

  • Ensure old permits have been cancelled and closed.

  • Dig - digging includes, excavations, knocking in pins, breaking ground etc.

  • Ensure permits to dig have been prepared and issued where the excavations are complex, hazardous or impact on the work or operations of another.

  • All permits to dig should be checked and reviewed prior to issue to ensure the appropriate controls have been included.

  • Ensure all contractors are working in accordance with permits to dig.

  • Ensure the permit is valid.

  • Check old permits have been cancelled and closed.

  • Permits compliant?

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Ensure that it is suitable for the type of work being undertaken.

  • Check that it is kept in good condition.

  • Ensure all staff and visitors are wearing Hi-Viz vests or jackets.

  • Eye Protection

  • Ensure that it is of a suitable grade for the type of work being undertaken. I.e. light protection or full goggle etc.

  • Foot Protection

  • Hand Protection - Ensure that where damaged to the hands may occur through activities such as handling, or when using hazardous substances/chemicals that all persons affected wear the appropriate class of safety glove.

  • Ensure gloves are correct for their application and the activity being undertaken.

  • Hearing Protection

  • Ensure the correct type of protection is in use for the task.

  • Ensure that hearing protection is kept clean and checked regularly for damage.

  • Ensure Areas which are mandatory hearing protection zones are signed as such using the appropriate signs.

  • Ensure that persons are trained for the use of the RPE and where applicable have a face fit test to ensure the effectiveness of the RPE.

  • Safety Helmets

  • Ensure all staff and visitors are wearing safety helmets.

  • Ensure helmets are worn correctly.

  • Were helmets within their expiry date - helmets should be changed every 2-3 years.

  • PPE requirements compliant?

Plant & Equipment

  • Ensure that tools and equipments are stored correctly to avoid damage to the equipment and persons.

  • Hand tools

  • Were all hand tools found to be in good condition with no defects?

  • Power Tools

  • Ensure operatives have been trained to use the tools/equipment they are using.

  • Check that all dangerous parts are guarded e.g. gears, chain, drives, projecting engine shafts etc.

  • Ensure that the tools are in a good state of repair and carries appropriate safety symbol e.g. BS kite mark, CE Mark etc.

  • Check that tools are 110 volt and that a residual current device (RCD) is used for additional protection.

  • Ensure that all operators are trained and competent.

  • Plant

  • Ensure all Plant and Machinery is inspected on a weekly basis by a competent person and recorded in a Plant Inspection Register.

  • Are all plant operators trained and hold a valid plant operators card for the categories being operated?

  • Is Plant Used Correctly.

  • Plant and Equipment compliant?

Registers and Records

  • Check the site Inspection Registers for items such as scaffolding, excavations, plant and other equipment have been completed weekly.

  • Registers and Records compliant?

Risk Assessments and Method Statements

  • Ensure all Method Statements have been prepared by a competent person and have been checked, reviewed and signed and the RAMS register completed.

  • Are method statements adequate and suitable for the task?

  • Does the method statement offer the necessary controls and required level of protection?

  • Ensure all contractors are working in accordance with the method statement.

  • Risk Assessments and Method Statements compliant?

Scaffolding/Working platforms

  • Check that any scaffold erection, alteration or dismantling is carried out by a competent person.

  • Check that all standards are provided with base plates and timber sole boards which span at least two base plates.

  • Check that all standards, ledgers, braces and struts are in position.

  • Ensure that the scaffold is adequately tied to the building or structure to prevent collapse.

  • Check that double guard rails and toe boards or other suitable protection at every edge.

  • Check that there are additional brick guards provided to prevent materials falling from scaffold where they are used as a working platform.

  • Check that working platforms are fully boarded and that the boards are arranged to avoid tipping or tripping - i.e.: no overlapping boards.

  • Do all ladder accesses have self closing gates fitted?

  • Ensure that there are effective warning notices in place to stop any person using an incomplete scaffold.

  • Check that the scaffold is strong enough to carry the weight of materials stored on it and that they are evenly distributed.

  • Ensure that the scaffold has been properly maintained.

  • Ensure that a competent person inspects the scaffold regularly, at least once a week; and always after it has been altered, damaged and following extreme weather.

  • Are scaffold tags being utilised?

  • Ensure that these inspections are adequately recorded.

  • Are all scaffolds and working platforms sutable?

Security

  • Are the public fenced off or otherwise protected from the work?

  • Is out of hours security is place?

  • Is the perimeter fence secure and un-damaged?

  • Are all gated secured?

  • Are site security arrangements adiquate?

Site Set up

  • Are the following items displayed?

  • Latest H&S Policy?

  • Insurance Policy?

  • Fire Plan?

  • Emergency plan and contacts?

  • Signs for doors and cabins?

  • First aid location signs?

  • Assembly point signs?

  • Accident reporting process?

  • Site registration under the Hazardous Waste Regulations?

  • No Smoking signs?

  • Health & Safety Law poster ( what you should know)?

  • Is the site set up in accordance with CDM and Company requirements?

Storage of Substances, Chemicals and Oils.

  • Are Substances, Chemicals and Oils stored in the correct manner?

  • Are all bowsers locked?

  • Is there double bundled storage with at least 110%?

  • Are oil storage tanks at least 30m from any water course?

  • Were any/all drums stored off bear ground?

  • Is static plant fitted with drip trays?

  • Is plant and equipment in good order and free from leaks etc?

  • Storage of Substances, Chemicals And Oils compliant?

Temporary Works

  • Is there a temporary works register and is it maintained?

  • Appointments - The following must in place and appointed in writing:

  • Temporary Works Designer.

  • Temporary Works Co-ordinator.

  • Temporary Works Supervisor.

  • Are competences available for all appointees?

  • Design

  • Has the TW been designed in accordance with BS5975:2008?

  • Identify the categories found on site in accordance with 5975' - 0, 1, 2, 3.

  • Is there a process in place for the site to communicate any changes etc back to designers?

  • Works

  • Have full working method statements and risk assessments been received and approved?

  • Are checks organised for critical stages?

  • Is there safe access and egress to the works and is it maintained?

  • Has the TW been inspected on completion and is there a record of the inspection?

  • Has permission been given (permit to load) prior to loading?

  • Are any necessary guard rails in place?

  • Has permission been given to dismantle the works?

  • Are temporary works being carried out in accordance with BS5976?

Traffic Management

  • Has a traffic management plan been prepared?

  • Are traffic management arrangement suitable and sufficient ?

  • Are pedestrians segregated from moving vehicles and plant?

  • Does the site layout match the plan?

  • Are storage areas identified?

  • Are loading areas identified?

  • Have one way or turning points been identified?

  • Are procedures in place for the unloading of vehicles to prevent fall from vehicles?

  • Are seat belts being used?

  • Are traffic management arrangement sutable?

Waste Management

  • Is a waste management plan in place and sutable?

  • Ensure the plan is signed by all including the client/client representative?

  • Is the plan being maintained?

  • Is it being reviewed on a regular basis?

  • Is the hierarchy of waste control being applied on site - are operatives aware of the disposal process?

  • Are bins clearly labelled?

  • Are all waste carries and transfer stations records available?

  • Are waste transfare notes available and correctly filled in?

  • Is the process communicated via induction?

  • Waste management requirements compliant?

Welfare Facilities

  • Ensure a facility is provided to change, dry and store clothing.

  • Mess facilities should include a place where workers can sit, make hot drinks and prepare food.

  • Mess facilities shall be of sufficient size for the number of employees on site and are provided with heating.

  • Ensure access to the welfare facilities are accessible to all persons on the site.

  • Ensure a supply of wholesome drinking water and cups are provided.

  • Ensure that all drinking water supplies are appropriately signed.

  • Ensure sufficient toilets are readily available, maintained, kept clean & are properly lit.

  • Note - A connection with mains drainage is always preferable to that of a chemical toilet.

  • Are toilets connected to the main sewer?

  • Ensure there are washbasins, hot and cold running water, soap and towels.<br>

  • Ensure that the washbasins are large enough to wash up to the elbow and are kept clean.<br>

  • Where the nature of the work demands it, showers shall be provided.

  • Are showers provided?

  • Are welfare facilities cleaned on a daily basis?

  • Are welfare facilities compliant?

Working at Height

  • Check whether the work can be undertaken without working at height.

  • Check that access equipment is erected by competent persons and checked before use.

  • Ensure safe access and egress have been provided to areas.

  • Roof Work

  • Ensure that edge protection is provided to stop people or materials falling.

  • Check that during industrial roofing, nets are provided to stop people falling from the leading edge of the roof.

  • Ensure safety nets have been hung correctly.

  • Ensure that precautions have been taken to stop people falling through fragile materials when working on roofs, e.g.: by providing barriers, covers or working platforms.

  • Ensure roof ladders are used in accordance with best practice requirements.

  • Ensure that people are kept away from areas below the roof work.

  • Ladders - Ladders should be used at an angle of 1:4 (75 degrees).

  • Ensure that ladders are in good condition, are not split, warped or have damaged rungs etc.

  • Check whether ladders are suitable for the purpose - only for short term work or for gaining access to another area.

  • Check that ladders rest against a solid level surface and that this is not a fragile or insecure material.

  • Check that ladders are secured to prevent them slipping sideways or backwards.

  • Check that ladders rise a sufficient height above their landing place (approx. 1m or 5 rungs).

  • Safe landing platforms to be provided where a ladder rises to a height of 9m or more.

  • Are work at height operation in accordance with the W@H Regulations?

Working on or near Water

  • Check all access passages and working platforms are clear and free from obstructions.

  • Are Pontoons correctly loaded and securely moored.

  • Are embark and landing points provided.

  • Check appropriate use of safety nets and that they are securely fastened.

  • Ensure that buoyancy/life saving equipment is available and accessible.

  • Ensure workers know how to raise the alarm and that they are aware of the procedures are in place if an incident in water occurs.

  • Where appropriate ensure a manned rescue boat is provided.

  • Are working on or near water compliant?

Other

Summary

Audit Risk Level

  • Risk rating for this Audit.

Corrective Actions

Sign off

  • I confirm I have had the contents of this audit report explained to me.

  • Project Manager

  • Person conducting this Audit.

  • Audit concluded at:

Closure

  • All actions on this report have been completed on:

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