WHS SENSUS Construction Site WHS Audit (Large site)

• Audit Title

• Document No.

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

Previous Audit Report

• Has the previous audit report been closed out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all previous issues been cleared?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Management Controls

• Have appropriate 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure adequate supervision is provided for all activities on the site paying particular attention to work activities as undertaken by young persons and/or those which are high risk activities.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that all persons are familiar with the requirements of the site safety rules and that they are complied with on site.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all contractors have been provided with information relating to Health & Safety for the work they are undertaking.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure adequate supervision is provided for all activities on the site paying particular attention to work activities as undertaken by young persons and/or those which are high risk activities.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all subcontractors have been assessed and are adequately resourced and competent for the work they are undertaking.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all site operatives, including sub-contractors have a valid state safety inductiin card.<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Management controls compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Access and Egress

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are walkways free from obstructions and stored materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are access routes adequatelly lit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Access and Egress compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Access - External

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all signage is in accordance with Chapter 8 of the New Roads & Street works Manual.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure any floodlights do not dazzle drivers on the site or on adjacent public/private roads.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure any lighting does not cause a nuisance to local residents.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that there is always a clear access route to and from all parts of the site.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have access routes been agreed with the fire and other emergency services prior to the start of works.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure the approaches to the site are kept clear of site traffic.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has any parking of contractors vehicles on the approach roads been agreed with the Highways Authority?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are major deliveries timed so as to avoid school drop-off and pick-up times and other rush hour times?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If necessary has the use of traffic lights to control traffic around site entrances been considered?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure approach roads are kept clean and tidy and that any debris is removed promptly.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure safe pedestrian access is provided across all site entrances.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all public access routes are kept clean and clear at all times.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure adequate signage is provided to direct members of the public.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• External Access Compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Asbestos Management

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have enclosures been tested?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have positive pressure units been tested?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are air testing results in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are certificates of re-occupancy in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are waste consignment notes in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the removal company licenced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are medical certificates of the persons doing the work in date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency procedures in place for inadvertent exposure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Asbestos Management Compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Cartridge Operated Tools

• Are the manufactures instructions being followed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the operator/s been properly trained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the operator/s wearing eye protection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the gun cleaned regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a system in pleace for accounting for cartridges?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the use of cartridge tools compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Compressed Gasses (e.g. LPG, Acetylene)

• Are they kept away from flammable liquids?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the properly stored in a purpose made cage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are gasses segregated by type?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the cylinder valves fully closed when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all line connections only have approved fittings and clips, with no Jubilee clips?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compressed gasses compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Confined Spaces

• Confined Spaces include manholes, shafts, pits/tanks, pipes/culverts, certain excavations, silo's and other confined/enclosed 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.

• 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?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Confined Spaces compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Consultation

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a site suggestion box?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a safety joint committee / forum ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any actions being implemented ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Consultation compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• COSHH Compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Demolition Operations

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any temporary works designed required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all services been disconnected?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate dust suppression where required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there sutable noise controls in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there suitable lighting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Demolition Operations compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Electrical Equipment

• Check that all necessary utility services are provided on site before work begins.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that Power boards with residual circuit breakers are being used wherever possible.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that cables and leads are protected from damage.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that all temporary supplies are effectively bonded to Earth.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all temporary supplies have a means of isolating both poles and locking off?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical Equipment compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Environmental Management

• Site wide issues

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there any evidence of invasive plants, if so are precautions adiquate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Note - it is an offence to propagate or cause to spread Japanese Knotweed, Giant Hogweed, Ragwort and Himalayan Balsam.

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Energy efficiency

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all Cabins comply with environmental minimum standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Carbon footprint measurement process in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Environmental Emergency

• Is an Emergency Plan in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evidence of ongoing review?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is it communicated via induction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is it tried and tested?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• General Environmental Management

• Are environmental guidance notes available on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all potential pathways been identified and addressed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any concrete washout facilities suitable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a local drainage plan available on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are weekly environmental checks taking place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Local Community

• Is there a complaints procedure in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there effective measures in place to prevent light pollution?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is plant and equipment fitted with suitable and effective silencers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any evidence of liaison with local schools?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Environmental Registers

• Is the environmental register up to date and relevant?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the site registered under the hazardous waste regulations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is an Aspects & Impacts register in place - risk prevention measures identified etc.?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Spill Response

• Are spill kits available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Located in the correct areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff and operatives aware of their location?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have emergency drills taken place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is their location communicated via induction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the contents regulary checked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Working on or near water

• Are consents in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is any silty water being treated or disposed of to foul?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate pollution prevention measures in place and adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are soil heaps located away from rivers/streams?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Environmental Management compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Excavations/Earthworks

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Excavations/Earthwork compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

FASET Safety Netting

• Are all nets within a 5-10% sag across the span?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the nets as close as possible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are primary supports suitable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is their a hand over certificate in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tie rope knots/attachments secure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is attachment spacing less than 2.5m or as per manufactures instructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the nets free from gaps?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do and overlapped nets have an minimum overlap of 2m or they pinned or laced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• re there any wasting gaps at the eaves?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a suitable clearance distance available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a rescue / recovery plan in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Netting compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Fire Risks and Management

• Is there a fire risk assessment in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure there are emergency procedures for evacuating the site in case of a fire, flood, explosion etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all staff know what these procedures are and that they form part of the site induction.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that suitable fire extinguishers are provided and that they are maintained and in a good condition.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that all fire extinguishers have had an annual inspection.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all temporary coverings comply with LPS1207?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Risk and Management compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

First Aid

• An appropriate number of trained and qualified first aiders should be available on the site.

• Check the number of first aiders required, this is dependent on the type of work or operations, the number of workers on site and any special or unusual hazards.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All first aiders should be clearly identified on site through the use of an appropriate helmet sticker.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The First Aid box should be;

• Marked with a white cross on a green background.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Be placed where it can be seen and used.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Be checked and replenished on a regular basis.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First Aid requirements compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Housekeeping

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are damaged materials segregate to prevent them being used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Housekeeping compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Health & Safety Management Plan

• Ensure the project management plan is up to date and signed by all relevant parties.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is an emergency plan defined and in place complete with emergency contact numbers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the plan meaningful and communicated to all parties, including sub contractors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are responsibilities defined?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Health and Safety Management Plan compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Induction

• Ensure all staff receive a site specific safety induction before starting work.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all staff who have been inducted display an induction sticker on their safety helmet or wear a photo identification badge.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure the safety induction firstbornprocess is regularly reviewed and updated to take account of changes in site conditions etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all visitors including the client representatives being inducted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Lasers

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are operators trained and competent?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are areas where lasers are used defined and clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lasers Class 1 or 2?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the correct eye protection being used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the beams away from other workers, public areas and roads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the use of lasers compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Lifting Operations/Equipment

• Ensure a (competent) Appointed Person co-ordinates all lifting operations.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all lifting operation got a valid lifting plan?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that the operators are trained and competent.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that the lifting equipment is capable of lifting the heaviest component within the anticipated working radius - allow for sufficient spare capacity.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lifting Operations/Equipment compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Lone Working / Out of hours working

• Is the work defined as low risk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a risk assessment for lone working?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is access to first aid, welfare facilities and emergency services available to the worker/s?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the work been approved by a director?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lone Working compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Low Level Access Including Steps and Podiums

• Are podiums used before steps are allowed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are operators trained in the use of podiums?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are podiums maintained and inspected regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are podiums free from defects?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are steps class 1 as defined in EN131?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a permit system in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Low level access compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Manual Handling

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Avoid the repetitive laying of heavy building blocks weighing more than 20KG.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all staff have received manual training.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manual Handling compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Mobile Scaffold Towers

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are they tagged safe for use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mobile Towers compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure reduced-vibration tools are used wherever possible.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check vibration tools are properly maintained.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Noise - As a general rule, if you: - have to shout to be heard at a distance of 2m, the noise level is approx 85dB and you should consider wearing hearing protection.

• - have to shout to be heard at a distance of 1m, the noise level is approx 90dB and you should definitely wear hearing protection.

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure old permits have been cancelled and closed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure the permit is valid.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check old permits have been cancelled and closed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Permits compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• PPE General Requirements - Ensure PPE compatibility issues have been considered and that one piece of PPE not restrict the effectiveness of another piece of PPE.

• Ensure that PPE is issued on an individual basis.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that the PPE is marked with the genuine 'CE' mark to help identify type of protection.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that it is kept in good condition.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that it is appropriately replaced.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that it is kept in good condition.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Foot Protection

• Ensure that footwear is manufactured to CE standards.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that footwear is fitted with steel toecaps and steel sole plates.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

• Are all gloves free from damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure gloves are the correct size.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that hands are washed frequently after spells of work.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check the availability of barrier creams and skin cleansers.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hearing Protection

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that hearing protection is used as instructed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where ear plugs are in use ensure the correct size ear plugs are being worn.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Respiratory Protection (RPE) - Avoid the use of nuisance dust masks.

• Ensure that the correct type of respiratory equipment is used for the works being undertaken.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that all equipment is cleaned and checked after use.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Helmets

• Ensure all staff and visitors are wearing safety helmets.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Were all helmets found free from damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure helmets are worn correctly.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE requirements compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Plant & Equipment

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Dry, covered and secure storage areas should be provided for all tools and equipment.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hand tools

• Ensure that the right tools and equipment are being used for the right job.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power Tools

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that guards are secure and in good repair.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that safety devices are operating properly and that all cables are double insulated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that the plug is of the correct type, undamaged and securely clamped to the cable.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check the supply cable for cuts, splits or other damage. All all cables free from damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that all operators are trained and competent.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Plant

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all plant fitted with a semi-automatic hitch have safety pins fitted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is Plant Used Correctly.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Plant and Equipment compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Registers and Records

• Check the site Inspection Registers for items such as scaffolding, excavations, coffer dams, plant and other equipment have been completed in a timely fashion.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Registers and Records compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Risk Assessments and Method Statements

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are method statements adequate and suitable for the task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Risk Assessments and Method Statements compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Road Works

• Road Works

• Is there a site specific risk assessment in place for road works?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a copy of the Code of Practice: safety at street works and road work, available on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are supervisors qualified under the new road and street works Act?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there at least one trained operative available at all times?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the local Authority been consulted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pare workers wearing hi-viz to BS EN 471?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all signs approve in accordance with British Standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are signs properly secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are provisions in place to check signs etc at regular intervals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are signs reflective or lit after dark?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cones and lamps in place as required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are roads and pedestrian footpaths clear of debris and mud?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are advisory speed limits in place where required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are temporary traffic controls in place where required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are misleading permanent sign covered?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Road work - Completion

• Have all signs, cones and lamps been removed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all permanent signs been restored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have the appropriate authorities been informed that the works are complete?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has all debris and mud been removed from surrounding areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Road works compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Scaffolding/Working platforms

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all ladder accesses have self closing gates fitted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that the scaffold has been properly maintained.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scaffold tags being utilised?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that these inspections are adequately recorded.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all scaffolds and working platforms sutable?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Security

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is out of hours security is place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the perimeter fence secure and un-damaged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all gated secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are site security arrangements adiquate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Site Set up

• Are the following items displayed?

• Latest H&S Policy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Insurance Policy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Plan?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency plan and contacts?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Signs for doors and cabins?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid location signs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Assembly point signs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Accident reporting process?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Site registration under the Hazardous Waste Regulations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No Smoking signs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Storage of Substances, Chemicals and Oils.

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all bowsers locked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Were any/all drums stored off bear ground?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is static plant fitted with drip trays?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage of Substances, Chemicals And Oils compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Temporary Works

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• Temporary Works Designer.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Temporary Works Co-ordinator.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Temporary Works Supervisor.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are competences available for all appointees?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Design

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Works

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are checks organised for critical stages?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any necessary guard rails in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has permission been given to dismantle the works?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Traffic Management

• Has a traffic management plan been prepared?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are traffic management arrangement suitable and sufficient ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pedestrians segregated from moving vehicles and plant?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the site layout match the plan?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are storage areas identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are loading areas identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have one way or turning points been identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are seat belts being used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are traffic management arrangement sutable?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Training and Skill Cards

• Are all persons trained for their respective tasks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are Skill Cards available for inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Waste Management

• Is a waste management plan in place and sutable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the plan being maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is it being reviewed on a regular basis?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are bins clearly labelled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all waste carries and transfer stations records available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are waste transfare notes available and correctly filled in?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the process communicated via induction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste management requirements compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Welfare Facilities

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that all drinking water supplies are appropriately signed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• Are toilets connected to the main sewer?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• Are showers provided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are welfare facilities cleaned on a daily basis?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are welfare facilities compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Working at Height

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Roof Work

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure safety nets have been hung correctly.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Working on or near Water

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are Pontoons correctly loaded and securely moored.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are embark and landing points provided.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where appropriate ensure a manned rescue boat is provided.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are working on or near water compliant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Other

Summary

Audit Risk Level

• Risk rating for this Audit.

  Red

  Amber

  Green

Corrective Actions

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