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OHS Safety Policy,
Procedures &
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Pride & Excellence in ConstructionWESTERN BUILDERS PTE LTD
General Building & Civil Contractors, Renovation, Aluminium & Timber Joinery.Lot 1 Koula Road, Varadoli Ba, Fiji. P. O. Box 247, Ba Fiji. Phone: 679 6674433 Fax:679 6670261
Skypename: westernbuilders Email: [email protected] Website: www.wblfiji.com
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1. POLICY STATEMENT
2. ADMINISTRATION OF SITE SAFETY
3. HAZARD MANAGEMENT
4. EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
5. ACCIDENT / INCIDIENT REPORTING
6. RESPONSIBILITIES
7. APPENDIX
A HazardIdentificationForm
B HazardControlForm
C Emergency Actions List
D Material Data Sheets
E Accident Investigation Report
F ProjectAuditSheet
G Site Inspection List
H General Safety and Health Rules
I Employee Safety Induction Record
J SiteSafetyPlan
Contents
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1. PoliCy statement
Western Builders Limited (WBL) is committed to Health and Safety in the work place.
OurObjectivesare:-
● To provide training and procedures in appropriate translations for the safe use, handling, storage and transport of plant and substances.
● Toprovideandmaintainasafeworkplaceforworkersandnon-workers,withallnecessaryPersonal ProtectiveEquipment(P.P.E.).
● To assist the Health and Safety committee in their function under the act, to continually improve his standard of safety in the work place.
We expect all of our employees to follow all health and safety policies and procedures, and to report all potential hazards to their Supervisor, H & S Rep, or manager.
“Those who create the risk and work with the risk have the primary responsibility to solve the risk”
The Health and Safety Work Act 1996 is attached to this safety plan. Western Builders Ltd and its employees have a responsibility.
2. adminstration of site safety Plan TheProjectManager/Supervisor/Foremanforthisprojectis:-
_______________________ Ph:_________________ Mobile:________________
TheProjectManagerhasoverallresponsibilityforensuringtheactanditsobjectivesarecompliedwithoneachsite.TheProjectManager/Supervisor/ForemanaspertheWBLpolicywillconductanauditofeachprojectatregularintervals.TypicalAuditformsareattached.ReferAppendixF.
TheSafetyOfficerforthisprojectis:-
_________________________Ph:_________________________
TheSafetyofficerisresponsiblefortheday-to-dayadministrationofthe|SafetyPlan,theywillensurethatallWBLemployees and visitors to site are aware of safety procedure.
TheSafetyOfficerisresponsibleforHazardManagementonthesitetoensurenoincidentsoraccidentsoccur.He will be responsible for regular safety inspection and site safety meetings as considered reasonable for each project.TypicalInspectionformisattached–Refer Appendix G.
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3. Hazard management
Objective
● Toidentifyexistingandnewhazardstoemployeesandvisitorsattheprojectsite. ● Toaccesstherisksignificance. ● To implement control to either eliminate, isolate, or minimize the hazard.
Hazard Considerations
● PersonalSafetyEquipmentsuchasappropriatefootwear,safetygoggles, earmuff,etc.
● CorrectoperationofPlantandEquipment. ● Material handling and storage. ● Workingplatforms,i.e.scaffolding,safetyrails. ● Temporaryworks,i.e.excavations–aretheybarriered,willtheycavein,etc.
Thesitemanagerwithassistancefromallstaffandsub-contractorsshallidentifyineachtradesectionthehazard,itsdurationandmethodofcontrol.Thefollowingflowchartdemonstratesproceduretobefollowed.
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Hazard Identification(General / Trade)
List Identified Hazards
Immediate Control
Hazard Priority
Evaluate Feedback
NoYes
Assign Priority to Hazards“Is this a Significnt Hazard?”
Implement AppropriateControls
Eliminate, Isolate orMinimize Hazard
Establish Emergency ProceduresInform Employees
Hazard Identification
TheSafetyOfficermustrecord,inGeneralandTradeTermsthepossiblehazardsbothcurrentandpotentialforthisproject.“HAZARDIDENTIFICATIONFORM”isusedtolisthazards.ReferAppendixA
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Hazard Risk AssessmentEachHazardiscategorizedinto:- Significantor Non-Significant
SignificantHazardsandNonSignificantHazardsarethenaddressedbytheSafetyOfficer.Canthehazardsbe:-
1. Eliminated.2. Isolated.3. Minimised.
SafetyOfficeristotakereasonableactiontoeffectStep1,or2or3whicheverispracticable.Considerationsinclude:-
1. Can the hazard be removed by design or engineering?2. Can the hazard be removed by substitution?3. Can the risk from the hazard be reduced by enclosing it or isolate it from the work force?4. Can the risk from the hazard be reduced by enclosing it or isolate it from the work force?5. Canthehazardsberemovedatsourcebeforetheycaneffecttheworkforce?6. Can the hazard be reduced by segregating the process from workers other than those needed for the process?7. Canpersonalprotectiveequipmentbeusedtoreducetheriskofinjury?8. Canrulesorproceduresbedevelopedtoreducetheriskofinjury?
4. emergenCy ProCedures
Objective
Emergency Plan
● To be prepared for and act on any emergency that may develop on site.
● Site Safety Location Plan. (Information to be included.) ● Site Address. ● SiteTelephoneNumber. ● Locationofthesiteandadjoiningstreets. ● Location of site entrance. ● LocationofsiteOfficersandtheamenitiesasappropriate. ● LocationofFirstAidRoom. ● Location of phones. ● LocationofFireExtinguishers (include type). ● Location of assembly area in the case of an emergency.
Each site will display.
● Emergency Action List (refer Appendix C).
● Material Data Sheets for Hazardous Materials stored on site (refer Appendix D).
Thefollowingemergencyplansaretoprovidesitestaffwithguidanceonthetypicalstepstobetakeninthecaseofavarietyofemergencies,andrecognizesthefactthatallemergenciesaredifferentandmayrequiredifferentactions.
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Serious Injury ● Ensureinjuredpersonisinnodangeroffurtherinjury. ● Findoutwhatinjuriesthereare/ApplyFirstAid/Sendsomeonetonotify
Ambulance. ● Dial 911. ● Ask for Ambulance.
1. Give your name.2. The site address, which is _________________________3. TelephoneNo,whichis__________________4. How many hurt5. Whattheinjuriesare6. Where the victims are
● Ensure clear access for Ambulance. ● Meet Ambulance
Note: Once emergency is under control:
1. InformSafetyOfficerimmediately.2. Closeoffaccidentsite.3. Erect accident control notice.4. Do not interfere with Accident Scene (unless necessary to prevent further harm).5. SafetyOfficertoNotifyauthoritiesimmediately.6. SafetyOfficertocarryoutaccidentInvestigation.7. SafetyOfficertoprovideaccidentreportwithin2daysofaccident.8. SafetyOfficertoprovidedetailsofaccidenttocompanyrecords.
● Raise Alarm. ● Get Everybody Out to Emergency Assembly Area. ● Dial 911. ● AskforFireService.
1. Give your name.2. The site address, which is……………………..3. TelephoneNo,whichis……………..4. Wherethefireis5. Whatdangersthereare–Solvents,Gases,Cylinders,PowerCables,etc.
● Check all employees are present, including any visitors. ● Donotre-enterbuildingsiteuntilallcleargivenbytheFireDept. ● Onlyattempttoextinguishthefireifyoucansafelydoso(Notelocationandtypeoffireextinguisherson
SiteSafetyLocationPlan).
Fire
Note: Once emergency is under control:
1. InformSafetyOfficerimmediately.2. Closeoffthesite.3. Erect accident control notice.4. DonotInterfereWithFireScene(unlessnecessarytopreventfurtherharmorserious damage to property).
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● Ensureinjuredpersonisinnodangeroffurtherinjury. ● Findoutwhatinjuriesthereare/ApplyFirstAid/SendsomeonetonotifyAmbulance. ● Dial 911. ● Ask for Ambulance.
1. Give your name.2. The site address, which is ………………………….3. TelephoneNo,whichis…………………..4. How many hurt5. Whattheinjuriesare6. Where the victims are
● Ensure clear access for Ambulance. ● Meet Ambulance.
1. Obtainshelterunderthemostsolidandsecureobject,i.e.solidtable,doorwayetc.2. Remain in building until instructed to evacuate.3. Do not use telephones unless in order to save a life.4. Ifevacuationisordered,followthesameprocedureforfire.5. Applyfirstaidtoinjuredandgetthemtosafeshelterfromaftershocks).6. Putoutanysmallfires.7. Shutoffanygasmains,powersupplies,watersupplies,plantandequipment,etc.8. Nosmoking9. Listen to the radio for instructions.10. ReporttothesafetyOfficer.
1. Keep well clear of any structures.2. Donotstandnear,scaffolding,powerpoles,highstacksofmaterials,etc.3. ApplyfirstaidtoInjuredandgetthemtosafeshelter(fromaftershocks).4. Putoutanysmallfires.5. Shutoffanygasmains,powersupplies,watersupplies,plantandequipment,etc.6. Nosmoking.7. Listen to the radio for instructions.8. ReporttotheSafetyOfficer.
Structural Collapse
Earthquake
Note: Once emergency is under control:
If inside
If outside
1. InformSafetyOfficerImmediately.2. Closeoffaccidentsite.3. Erect accident control notice4. D not Interfere With Accident Scene (unless necessary to prevent further harm).5. SafetyOfficertoNotifyauthoritiesimmediately.6. SafetyOfficertoprovideaccidentreportwithin7daysofaccident.7. SafetyOfficertoprovidedetailsofaccidenttocompanyrecords
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1. Ifsufficienttimeallowsbeforestormstrikes,secureallequipment,materials(especiallysheetsof iron,plywood,glass,etc),closewindowsanddoors,battenopenings,andshutoffservicesi.e.gas, power, water, etc.2. Obtainshelterunderthemostsolidandsecureobject,i.e.solidtable,doorway,etc.3. Remain in building until instructed to evacuate.4. Do not use telephones unless in order to save a life.5. Ifevacuationisordered,followthesameprocedureforfire.6. Applyfirstaidtoinjuredandgetthemtosafeshelter.7. Shutoffanygasmains,powersupplies,watersupplies,plantandequipment,etc.8. Nosmoking.9. Listen to the radio for instructions.10. ReporttheSafetyOfficer.
● Raise Alarm ● Get Everybody Out to Emergency Assembly Area. ● Dial 911. ● AskfortheFireService.
1. Give your name.2. The site address, which is……………………3. TelephoneNo,whichis………………….4. Wheretheexplosionoccurredandlocationoffireis5. Whatdangersthereare–Solvents,Gasses,Cylinders,PowerCables,etc.
● Check all employees are present, including any visitors. ● Donotre-enterbuildingsiteuntilallcleargivenbytheFireDept. ● Onlyattempttoextinguishthefireifyoucansafelydoso.
● Ensureinjuredpersonisinnodangeroffurtherinjury. ● Findoutwhatinjuriesthereare/ApplyFirstAid/SendsomeonetonotifyAmbulance. ● Dial 911. ● Ask for Ambulance.
1. Give your name.2. The site address, which is……………………….3. How many hurt4. Whattheinjuriesare5. Where the victims are
● Ensure clear access for Ambulance. ● Meet Ambulance.
Meteorological Storm/Cyclone
Explosion
Motor Vehicle Accident
Note: Once emergency is under control:
1. InformSafetyOfficerimmediately.2. Closeoffthesite.3. Erect accident control notice.4. DoNotInterfereWithExplosionScene(unlessnecessarytopreventfurtherharmorserious damage to property).
Procedures 1 to 6 apply to any motor vehicle, however, procedures 7 to 14 only apply to accidents occurring on the project site, or involving site vehicles.
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● Ensureinjuredpersonisinnodangeroffurtherinjury. ● Findoutwhatchemicalshavebeenspiltandwhatinjuriesthereare/ApplyFirstAid/Sendsomeone
to notify Ambulance. ● Dial 911 ● Ask for Ambulance.
1. Give your name.2. The site address, which is……………………………….. . 3. TelephoneNo,whichis…………………..4. How many hurt5. Whattheinjuriesare6. What chemicals are involved 7. Where the victims are
● Ensure clear access for Ambulance. ● Meet Ambulance.
● SwitchOfPowerSupplyImmediately.DoNotTouchInjuredPersonUntilYouAreCertainThat PowerIsSwitchedOff.Ensureinjuredpersonisinnodangeroffurtherinjury.
● Findoutwhatinjuriesthereare/ApplyFirstAid/SendsomeonetonotifyAmbulance. ● Dial 911 ● Ask for Ambulance.
1. Give your name2. The site address, which is…………………..3. TelephoneNo,whichis4. How many hurt5. Whattheinjuriesare6. Where the victims are
● Ensure clear access for Ambulance ● Meet Ambulance
Chemical Spill
Electrocution
Note: Once emergency is under control:
Note: Once emergency is under control:
1. Inform Site Manager immediately.2. Closeoffaccidentsite(ifonsite).3. Erect accident control notice.4. Do not interfere With Accident Scene (unless necessary to prevent further harm).5. SiteManagertoNotifyauthoritiesimmediately.6. Site Manager to carry out accident investigation (Ref. Appendix E).7. Site Manager to provide accident report to authorities report to authorities within 7 days of accident.8. Site Manager to provide details of accident to company records.
1. InformSafetyOfficerimmediately.2. Closeoffaccidentsite(ifonsite).3. Erect accident control notice.4. Do not Interfere With Accident Scene (unless necessary to prevent further harm).5. SafetyOfficertoNotifyauthoritiesimmediately.6. SafetyOfficertocarryoutaccidentinvestigation(Ref.AppendixE).7. SafetyOfficertoprovideaccidentreportwithin7daysofaccident.8. SafetyOfficertoprovidedetailsofaccidenttocompanyrecords
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Note: Once emergency is under control:
1. Inform Site Manager immediately.2. Closeoffaccidentsite3. Erect accident control notice4. DoNotInterfereWithAccidentScene5. SafetyOfficertoNotifyauthoritiesimmediately.6. SafetyOfficertocarryoutaccidentinvestigation7. SafetyOfficertoprovidereportwithin2daysofaccident8. SafetyOfficertoprovidedetailsofaccidenttocompanyrecords
5. aCCident / inCident investigation & rePorts
Objective
Procedure
Shouldanincidentoraccidenttakeplaceresultingininjurytopersonorpropertyitistoberecordedinsitesafety book and report completed.
Thefollowingflowchartdemonstratestheproceduretobefollowed.
Accidental Investigation Report form to be used (refer Appendix E)
Accident Occurs
Yes No
Did “Serious” Harm Occur?
Provide Immediate Medical Help Control Hazard and Raise Alarm.
Do Not Interefere with Accident Scene Unless Necessary to Prevent
Details of Investigation to Company Records
Provide Accident Report within 2 days of Accident Occurring
Carry Out Accident Investigation
Notify Authorities Immediately Carry Out Accident Investigation
Evaluate Procedures
Inform Site Manager Close offAccident Scene Erect Accident
control Notice
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6. resPonsibilites
Introduction
Subcontractors
Monitoring
Personal
WBL is committed to Safety, and to achieve this it must rely on its employees to act in a responsible man-ner. Each employee is made aware of these responsibilities under the act.
AllsubcontractorsmustdemonstratewillingnesstoparticipateinWBL’sSafetyprocedure.Failuretodosowillresultinexclusionfromtheproject.PersonnelmustparticipateinHazardIdentificationControl.
WBL Senior Management to be rostered to carry out monitoring of Safety program on each site. This will be done on a regular basis by either Company Director, General Manager or Chief Estimator.
Each employee is responsible for their own safety while at work and must ensure their actions do not harm others.
AllsitearegivenaninductionontothesitebytheSafetyOfficer.
SiteInductionwillinclude:- ● IntroductionofProjectStaffandtheirroleintheproject. ● AdvisethattheSiteSafetyPlanislocatedonsiteandtheyarerequiredtoreadandunderstandit.
If the employee is unable to read, their responsibilities will be explained in suitable language. ● Advised of the obligation under Health & Safety at Work Act 1996. ● General Safety and Health Rules that are displayed on site are explained and gone through (refer
Appendix H) ● ReportingProcedure ● HazardManagementProcedure ● EmergencyProcedures ● SafetyInformationandSiteorientationPlanTypical(attachedAppendixI) ● SecurityProcedures ● SafetyPerformanceandGeneralSafetyAwareness
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Hazard Identification Form Appendix A
HAZARDIDENTIFICATIONBYAREAISSUITEDTOSTATICWORK,SITESSUCHASOFFICESANDFACTORIES.PERSONNELMUSTBEINSTRUCTEDANDASSISTEDTOIDENTIFYHAZARDSINTHEIRWORKPLACE
Location:
Date of Assessment:
Signature:
Signature:
Name:
Name:
Date:
Date:
Assessment Declaration
Safety Supervisor
HAZARD (DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION) SIGNIFICANTYES
HAZARDNO
PRIORITY(1-20)
HAZARDNUMBER
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Hazard Control Form Appendix B
HAZARD
CONTROL METHOD
LOCATION OF HAZARD
SIGNIFICANTHAZARD?
DATEOFORIGINALASSESSMENT
Yes
Eliminate Isolate Minimise
No
PRIORITY RANKING HAZARD NUMBER
Signature:
Signature:
Name:
Name:
Date Informed:
Date:
Review Date:
Safety Supervisor
ACTION TO ACHIEVE CONTROL ACTION BY WHOM
BYWHEN
CHECKEDNAME
DATE
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Appendix C
fire
serious injury
eleCtroCution
1. Sound Alarm
2. Dial 911
3. Askforfire
4. Giveyouname,Address,wherefireisandanydangersEx:Solvents,GasCyclindersetc.
5. Get Everybody out.
1. GetfirstAid
2. Findoutwhatinjuriesare
3. Dial 911
4. AskforAmbulance.Giveyouname,Address,howmanyhurt,whatinjuriesareandwherearethe
victims.
5. Ensure clear access.
6. Meet the Ambulance.
1. Switchoffpoweratsource
2. GetfirstAid
3. Dial 911
4. AskforAmbulance.Giveyouname,Address.Say“Electrocution”andhowtogettothevictim.
5. Ensure clear access.
6. Meet the Ambulance.
Emergency Actions
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1. IdentityofProduct:
2. HazardousHazards:
3. Physical&ChemicalCharacteristics:
4. PhysicalHazards:
5. Health Hazards
6. ProtectionInformation
7. Quantity on Site
8. Location on Site
Appendix D
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
WESTERN BUILDERS LTD
PROJECT TITLE: ……………………………………………
Safety Officers are to ensure the following information be provided:
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Appendix EAccident Investigating Report
IF SERIOUS HARM IS CAUSED, NOTIFY OHS (DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR) IMMEDIATELY AND PROVIDE A COPY OF THIS REPORT WITHIN 7 DAYS
EMPLOYERCompanyName:Address:
LocationofAccident(Department/Office) :Date/TimeofAccident am/pm :ShiftatTime:DayAfternoon Night:Hoursworkedsincearrivalatwork::Date/TimeofthisReport am/pm
PERSONAL INJURYInjured’sName:Occupation/Title:DateofBirth://ResidentialAddress:Sex: MFNameofInjury:*SeriousHarmoccurred:YesNo*SignificantHazardinvolved:YesNoTreatmentofInjury:NilFirstAidDoctor(notHospital)HospitalOther
EmployeeYesNoInvestigationcarriedoutYesNo
Manager: Investigator:Tel: Tel:Position:Signature: Signature:
SEVERITY POTENTIAL FOR FUTURE INJURY/DAMAGE
1Negligible2Minor 3Serious4Fatal
PROBABILITY OF RE – OCCURRENCE
1Remote3Probable5Occursallthetime
2Possible4Occurredpreviously
PROPERTY DAMAGEPropertyDamage:NatureofDamagePersonwithcontrolofProperty:CosttoRepair/Replace:
NEAR MISS (Person/Property Involved):
DESCRIBE HOW THE ACCIDENT OCCURRED: (Where, How, Names of Witnesses):
MANAGERS COMMENTS (Manager and Investigator are to sign and date report)
WHAT CAUSED THE ACCIDENT, WHAT WERE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS:
* “Serious harm” “Significant hazard” as defined by the Act
LIST ACTIONS REQUIRED TO PREVENT RE-OCCURRENCE
RESPONSIBILITY COMPLETION
SIGNED DATECOMPLETED BYPERSON
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WESTERN BUILDERS LTDPROJECT, HEALTH & SAFETY AUDIT SUMMARY
PROJECT:
SAFETY AUDITOR:
DATE OF INSPECTION:
COPIES:
ITEM DESCRIPTION COMPLIANCEWITH SAFETY
PLAN
DEFAULTCORRECTED
1. Signageindicationsafetyfootwearandhardhatrequire-ments
2. Emergency plans displayed in appropriate locations and correct content
3. Standard site rules displayed in appropriate locations4. Sitefacilitiesadequateforthesite
a) Toiletb) Smokec) Telephoned) Access
5. Safetyinductionsbeingcarriedoutandrecordsfiled.6 Contractors safety plans submitted and approved and
copies retained on site.7. Contractorshazardidentificationcompletealongwiththe
maintenance of records. The hazards being categorized assignificantornon-significant.
8. Didsiteworkersparticipateinhazardidentification,priorto commencement on site?
9. FirstAidkitavailableandcontainsappropriateitems.Personresponsibleformonitoringfirstaidkit.
10 IsaFirstAidOfficernominated?11. Are regular safety inspections carried out and recorded?12. Are regular site safety meetings held, minuted and action
taken?13. Is a materials safety data sheet displayed at entry to site,
refer safety plan?14. Have all WBL Employees been through a safety induction
session?15. Has the WBL Health & Safety Booklet been given to con-
tractorsonthisproject?16. Are site workers aware of Health & Safety Act?17. Arerecordsbeingkeptofaccidents/incidents?18. Does the site have a site safety committee?19. Site Safety Inspection Sheet completed during audit
inspection.20. Is the public area safe for children or should the site be
secure from public access
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Appendix GSite Safety Inspection Sheet
PROJECT:
NUMBER:
SAFETY INSPECTION CARRIED OUT BY:
DATE:
Signature
PLANT & MACHINERY1. Machinery Act2.PortableTools–Suitability,Condition,DoubleInsul,Guarding3. Cranes (MOT Cert) Stability4. Hoists (Engineers Documentation)5.Compressor–(Fumes–ConfinedSpaces)HoseCouplings6.PPTools–CurrentCertificate–OperatorsPersonalProtection7.NailingGuns–(SubsequentMechanism)8.Ladders–Height,Standards,Secureatbaseandtop9.Welding/OxyBottlessecure
SCAFFOLDING – NOTIFICATION1. Foundations2. Standards–Ledgers,Putlogs–Bracing3. Clip Ties4. Guardrails–ToeBoards,MidRails,Platforms,Decking5. Loading–Span,Height6. Access–Protection7. Registers (Over 8m High)8. Mobiles (Stability, Guardrails)9. Suspended (Support)10. Verandah Support11. Trestles12. CraneLiftedPlatforms13. Ladder
GENERAL SAFETY – ACCESS & EGRESS1. Housekeeping2. FireProtection3. ProtectiveHelmets4. Safety Glasses5. HearingProtection6. EmergencyPrecautions7. ProtectionofWorkmen&Public8. PerimeterGuardrails&Midrails9. Toe Boards10. FloorPenetrations11. BrittleRoofing12. Lighting13. Signage14. ProtectiveFootwear
ITEM APPROVED YES NO
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ITEM APPROVED YES NOEXCAVATIONS1. Timbering2. Access & Egress3. ExcavatedMaterialPlacement4. AdjacentWork5. Guarding of Waterholes6. PublicProtection–Barricades,Lightsetc7. Gases Detection
ASBESTOS1. Notification2. PreStartInspection3. Protection–Workers,Public4. MaskingUp5. Method of Removal6. Disposal7. Monitoring8. FinalInspection
AMENTIES1. FirstAid2. Toilets3. Lunch Room4. Ventilation5. Water–Drinking,Washing6. CarParking
ELECTRICALS1. Switch Boards2. 3 Monthly Inspection3. Electrical Safe Guard (approved) Transformers Elcb’s etc4. Leads5. PortableTools6. ClearanceFromOverheadWires–ScaffoldStructuresetc7. MultiBoxes–DoubleAdaptors8. RepairMaintenance–RegisteredElectrician
TOXIC & FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS1. Register2. Containers
MATERIALS HANDLING1. AppropriatePrecautionsBeingTaken2. Material Safety Data Sheets Available At Entrance
NOTICES DISPLAYED1. EmergencyPlan2. General Health & Safety Rules3. SitePlan
WORK ON ROOF1. Harnessesbeingwornandadequatelyfixedtosecure members2. Perimeterhandrailsrequired3. Adequatesafeaccessprovided4. Hasconsiderationbeinggiventotherecoveryofaninjured person on the roof area
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Appendix H
General Safety And Health Rules
● Report all hazards promptly.
● Report all accidents and near misses promptly.
● Keep all walkways clear at all times.
● Ensure all machine guards are in place.
● Useapushsticktofeedmachinery.
● Keep well clear of all moving drives, belts and parts of machinery.
● Stack materials safely.
● Keepalook-outformovingcraneshooksandplant.
● Wearyoursafetyequipment.
● Knowwherefireextinguishersarelocated.Andhowtousethem.
● Lookoutforopeningsinfloorsandmakesuretheyareprotected.
● Keep rubbish cleared away promptly.
● Don’t work in the dark……… arrange lighting.
● Check electrical leads clear of water.
● Take care when using or handling hazardous materials.
● Watch where you are walking.
● Take care of your personal hygiene.
● Always use an isolating transformer or earth leakage breakers when using any electrical tool or appliance.
● Nopracticaljokesorsillyantics………thefuncanturnsourveryquickly.
● Getintothehabitof“thinkingsafety”……..itcanonlybeofbenefittoall!
● NO ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR KAVA
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Appendix IWestern Builders LimitedEmployee safety induction record
Surname FirstNames
EmployeeNo. DateofBirth
Position/JobTitle SexMF
JobFunction Company
WorkplaceLocation Telephone/AH:
● IhaveReadAndAmAwareOfMyCompany’ssafetyPolicyStatement
● I am aware of my personal and the company’s obligations under the Health & Safety Work Act 1996
● I am aware of the company structure including the safety personnel that I am to report to.
● Ihaveknowledgeofthecompany’sHazardManagementProgramme,includinghazardidentification
● Ihaveknowledgeofthecompany’sEmergencyProcedures
● Ihaveknowledgeofthecompany’sAccident/IncidentProcedures
● Ihaveknowledgeofthecompany’sSafetyPerformanceProgramme
● I will actively partake in Safety in my work place………………..in my interest and interests of others
SAFETY INDUCTION PROGRAMME
DECLARATION
I certify that I have received training and instruction according to the above safety induction programme, including orientation to the work place.
Signed…………………….. Name………………………..Date ……………………..
Supervisor
Signed…………………….. Name.....................................Date ……………………..
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Handling Of Asbestos Sheet
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
DISPOSAL
METHOD OF REMOVAL
● Disposal gloves and overalls are to be worn.
● Class 1 or better respirators should be used.
● The asbestos should be disposed at an approved rubbish dump for burial.
● The asbestos cement sheets should be removed with minimum breakage.
● Thesheetingshouldbesprayedwithafinewaterspraytominimizedust.
● Nopowertoolsaretobeusedintheremovalprocess.
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Western Builders LtdOccupational
Health and Safety
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Copyright © Western Builders Limited 2019
Western Builders LtdOccupational
Health and Safety
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CAUTIONPROTECTIVE
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WESTERN BUILDERS LIMITEDSAFETY REGULATIONS
* Safety first for all people at all times.* Be Polite* Wear Helmet and other required safety protective gear* No drinking, smoking, playing, and fighting at working place.* Keep the project area safe, clean and tidy.* Be aware of hazards.* Only authorized vehicle is allowed to enter.
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CONSTRUCTIONPERSONAL
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Copyright © Western Builders Limited 2019
Western Builders LtdOccupational
Health and Safety
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Copyright © Western Builders Limited 2019
Western Builders LtdOccupational
Health and Safety
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HS SY
STEM
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Copyright © Western Builders Limited 2019
Western Builders LtdOccupational
Health and Safety
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oHs PoliCy statement
Western Builders Limited is committed to promoting total excellence in the building industry market, which particularly includes providing a safe and healthy environment for all its workers, sub contractors, customers and visitors at workplace
WesternBuildersLimitedwillprovide:
• Safeandhealthysystematwork• Safeequipment,substance,premises• Facilitiesforthewelfareofworkersandnon-workersattheworkplace• Information,instruction,traininginappropriatelanguageandsupervisionssothatworkers are able to work safely and without risks to their health
Western Builders Limited will take all reasonable action to identify, evaluate and control factors in theworkplace,whichaffectemployee’ssafety,healthandwelfare
Our management teams are accountable and responsible to ensure this policy is implemented withintheirworkprogram:
• ProvidetrainingandfamiliarizationonO.H.S.issueforallstaff• InvolveemployeesandwelcomethemtocontributetowardstheimprovementofO.H.S.act the health and safety at work regulation• ProvideresourcestomeetO.H.S.requirements
Weexpectouremployeestoco-operateandfollowthehealthandsafetypolicesandproceduresand report all potential hazards to their immediate Supervisors, Health and Safety representatives or Managers
Our O.H.S. department is working to have 100% safe working environment for all workers through regular consultation
Our Management team will consult with the elected Health and Safety representatives and employeestoensurethatanychangerequiredintheworkplacedoesnotaffecttheirhealthand safety
Thispolicyshallbeperiodicallyreviewedtoensureitsefficiencyandeffectiveness
TajJanMohammedCompany Director
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