FORM SP 01 Risk Assessment and Risk Control WorkSheet

PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge PROJECT OHS & R MANAGEMENT PLAN For CONSTRUCTION OF A BRIDGE ON BURRANBONG ROAD OVER URINBANGA CREEK RTA CONTRACT: 0016.872.BC.7416 PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 A.C.N. xxx xxx xxx Controlled copy number 3 Signed: __________________ Ron Skinner Quality Assurance Manager DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge INDEX OF PROJECT OHS&R PLAN SECTION ONE INTRODUCTION SECTION TWO OHS&R SYSTEM PROCEDURES SECTION THREE SITE INDUCTION AND PROJECT SPECIFIC OHS&R REQUIREMENTS SECTION FOUR OHS &R WORK PROCEDURES SECTION FIVE OHS&R FORMS SECTION SIX GENERAL SITE SAFETY RULES DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SECTION ONE: INTRODUCTION DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 1.1 OVERVIEW This manual describes the OHS&R Management Plan which will apply to the work of constructing a bridge on the Burranbong Road over the Urinbanga Creek. The implementation and maintenance of this Project OHS&R Management Plan is mandatory for Pergamon Constructions managers and staff, for subcontractors and all other people who may be present at the work site. The Project OHS&R Management Plan will be regularly monitored to make sure it is working effectively. Any deficiencies found in the health and safety system at the site will be corrected promptly. This manual comprise s the following parts:  Introduction Overview, Project OHS&R Policy, Site Management Structure, Manual Revision Record and Definitions.  Project OHS&R Procedures A description of the procedures which make up the OHS&R management system operating during the course of the project. These procedures reflect the twelve key OHS&R system elements contained in the NSW Government OHS&R Management System Guidelines.  The process for site induction and project specific OHS&R requirements.  Project OHS&R work procedures This contains the safe work method statements and site safety inspection and auditing procedures that Pergamon constructions will employ on the work site.  Project OHS&R checklists This contains the various checklists used by the company to guide and document its key OHS&R practices.  Project site safety rules This sets out the site safety rules that will apply during the project. 1.2 OHS&R POLICY Pergamon Constructions believes that occupational health, safety and rehabilitation is a key element in ensuring the company’s overall business success. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge At the Burranbong Bridge work site Pergamon Constructions is committed to:  maintaining the health, safety and welfare of its own staff and to safeguarding the health and safety of everyone else at the worksite. This includes other contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, staff of the client and members of the public, and  effective and timely rehabilitation of injured personnel to their fullest possible physical, mental, social, vocational and economic potential consistent with medical advice. To achieve these health and safety commitments Pergamon Constructions will:  make health and safety an integral part of site managerial and supervisory positions,  make sure appropriate resources are available to support OHS&R activities on the project,  make sure health and safety is considered during all work planning and work activities on the site,  involve site staff and subcontractor staff in decision making through regular communication, consultation and training,  provide a program of OHS education, learning and information to make sure staff know how to work in the safest possible manner,  identify and control all potential hazards at the site through hazard identification, risk assessment and the implementation of appropriate controls,  make sure all potential incident/accidents are controlled and prevented,  monitor OHS&R performance on site and try to achieve improvement in OHS&R performance, and  provide effective injury management and rehabilitation for all staff. Pergamon Constructions acknowledges that effective health and safety management on the project is dependent on:  pro-active planning of all work activity which includes implementation of appropriate health and safety controls,  understanding the total work process and associated OHS risks,  making sure all Pergamon Constructions employees on site are committed to maintaining a healthy and safe workplace, and  making sure there is open communication between management and staff at the site. Signed: Trevor Pergamon, Managing Director Paul Mandible, Project Manager 1/10/2005 DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 1.3 ORGANISATIONAL CHART The Managing Director of Pergamon Constructions, Trevor Pergamon, will determine the organisational structure for each project. The organisational structure for the Burranbong Bridge project is illustrated in the following chart: OHS Manager Dorian Quarterback (Off site) Project Manager Paul Mandible Quality Assurance Manager Ron Skinner (Senior management representative for OHS&R on the project. Located off site) OHS Officer Penelope Post Quality Assurance Rep. Brett Bouncer Site Foreman Andy Pecksniff Surveyor Site staff Sub contractors DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 1.4 REVISION RECORD When required, authorised revisions will be issued to all registered holders of this manual. Each registered manual will be given a number to enable a record of revisions to be compiled by Pergamon Constructions. All revisions to the Project OHS&R Plan for this project require the authorisation of the OHS Manager before being issued. The following table is to be completed by the holder of each registered copy when revisions are received. Register Number 001 002 Document Issue No. 1 2 Revision entered by R. Skinner R. Skinner Date of revision 1/8/1999 1/10/2005 Revision details New Document Documented updated to CACC Ed4 Guidelines Signed DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 1.5 DEFINITIONS The following definitions will apply in this Project OHS&R Management Plan. Client: The Roads and Traffic Authority of NSW (RTA) Contractor: Pergamon Constructions Pty Ltd Hazard: A source or situation with a potential to cause harm through human injury or illness, damage to property, equipment and the environment, or which causes a combination of these Hazard identification: The process of recognising that a hazard exists and defining its characteristics Health and safety audit: A verification activity which evaluates the degree to which design, product, process and system activities on the project conform with the requirements and standards described in the Project OHS&R Management Plan, the corporate OHS&R Management System of Pergamon Constructions and the client’s contract specifications Incident: Any unplanned event resulting in, or having a potential for injury, illness, damage or other losses Occupational Health and A statement by the company of its intentions and principles in relation to its overall occupational health and safety Safety Policy: performance which provides a framework for action and for the setting its occupational health and safety objectives and targets DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 1.5 Definitions (continued) Project OHS&R Management Plan: The specific project OHS&R plan which describes the health and safety requirements of the client and the contractor which will operate during the course of the project The managed process of maintaining injured or ill employees in, or returning them to, suitable employment Rehabilitation: Responsible person: A person nominated by Pergamon Constructions to be accountable for a process or activity, who has delegated authority to control the process or activity and who has been trained in the requirements of their position Risk: The combination of the likely frequency and probable consequences of a particular hazardous event Risk assessment: The process of estimating the magnitude of risk and prioritising risks according to their severity Risk controls: The methods devised and implemented to restrain, regulate and reduce exposure to danger or loss Site: The land and other places made available to contractors by the RTA for the purpose of carrying out work under the contract Any person who supplies materials, equipment, plant or services to Pergamon Constructions during the course of the project The officer or other person appointed by the RTA to be the Superintendent for the purposes of the contract Subcontractor: Superintendent: DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SECTION TWO OHS & R SYSTEM PROCEDURES PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 CONSTRUCTION OF A BRIDGE ON BURRANBONG ROAD OVER URINBANGA CREEK DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge LIST OF OHS&R PLAN PROCEDURES OHSP 01 OHSP 02 OHSP 03 OHSP 04 OHSP 05 OHSP 06 OHSP 07 OHSP 08 OHSP 09 OHSP 10 OHSP 11 OHSP 12 Management Responsibility Communication and Consultation Service Providers Purchasing Design Risk Management Training Inspection, Testing and Servicing Incident Management and Corrective Action Handling, Storage, Packaging and Delivery Internal Reviews Documentation and Records DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge OHSP 01 MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure defines Pergamon Constructions policies and objectives for OHS&R and the company’s commitment to them. The procedure identifies the responsibilities for OHS&R and identifies resources for verifying OHS&R performance. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element One NSW OHS&R Management Systems Guidelines Section 4.1 RESPONSIBILITIES The Managing Director of Pergamon Constructions, Trevor Pergamon, has primary responsibility for making sure health and safety and rehabilitation are properly managed on this project. To facilitate this the Managing Director has established the project management structure. He has delegated various health and safety and rehabilitation responsibilities to the designated management positions for the duration of the project and appointed staff to fill the positions. A copy of the management structure for the project and the names of the relevant management staff can be found in this manual at section 1.3. PROCEDURE OHS&R Policy The OHS&R policy for the project is at section 1.2 of this manual. Pergamon Constructions is committed to effective management of OHS&R on this project and will ensure that the Policy is understood, implemented and maintained by staff at all levels. The OHS&R Policy will be given to all staff of Pergamon Constructions and sub contractor staff when they attend site induction training. Copies of the OHS&R Policy will be displayed in the site office and in the staff amenities rooms. Senior Management Representative Pergamon Constructions has appointed the Quality Assurance Manager, Ron Skinner, as the senior management representative responsible for making sure that this Project OHS&R Management Plan is implemented and maintained. He will be assisted in this on site by the Quality Assurance Representative. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Defined Management Responsibilities Project Manager        Paul Mandible Assume overall accountability for the company’s performance on the project Provide appropriate health and safety resources, services and facilities on site Encourage the active involvement of all staff in the management of OHS&R Ensure plant and equipment meets regulatory standards Review and monitor responses to incident, accident and ‘near miss’ reports as they arise Monitor subcontractor performance and commitment Facilitate the achievement of the objectives and commitments set out in the Project OHS&R Policy  Provide monthly OHS&R performance reports to the RTA Superintendent OHS Manager Dorian Quarterback  Assist the Quality Assurance Manager in the development of the Project OHS&R Plan  Provide a structure and sufficient resources to ensure that the objectives and commitments of the Project OHS&R Plan are met  Provide overall direction and support to ensure the effective implementation of the Project OHS&R Plan  Establish and carry out a schedule of OHS&R audits to ensure that the requirements of the Project OHS&R Plan are being successfully met  With the project management team review at the conclusion of the project how successfully the Project OHS&R Management Plan guided and controlled the management of OHS&R on the project Quality Assurance Manager Ron Skinner  Develop the OHS Policy for the project  Develop the Project OHS&R Management Plan  Carry out the role of senior management representative who oversees implementation of the Project OHS&R Management Plan  Assess OHS training needs of site management staff and organise delivery of training where required  Monitor schedule of OHS audits on the project and review audit outcomes  Review OHS statistics for the project and assist the OHS Manager in developing and implementing corrective actions where these are required DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Quality Assurance Representative Brett Bouncer  Ensure that site management staff receive OHS training where required  Ensure that OHS inspections are conducted weekly and that OHS audits are conducted according to schedule  Ensure that corrective actions are implemented  Review project OHS statistics  Report to the Quality Assurance manager the outcomes of OHS inspections and audits and any trends apparent in project OHS statistics  Report to the Quality Assurance Manager any incidents/accidents that occur on the site  Report to the Quality Assurance Manager on any WorkCover inspections that are conducted on the project, particularly with respect to any corrective action requested or any notices served on the company Site Foreman      Andy Pecksniff Undertake weekly site health and safety inspections Quickly correct any observed unsafe actions or conditions Participate in accident investigations Hold fortnightly tool box meetings with staff at which OHS&R is a permanent agenda item Ensure that all plant and equipment is maintained in a safe condition Penelope Post OHS Officer  Provide advice and assistance to the Project Manager and Quality Assurance Representative to ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of the Project OHS&R Management Plan  Provide site OHS&R induction training, organise other necessary OHS&R training and develop and implement a plan for the regular circulation OHS&R information to promote OHS&R awareness and understanding  Ensure that first aid and emergency procedures for the site are established and maintained. Ensure that all Pergamon Constructions staff are aware of the first aid and emergency procedures, along with the staff of subcontractors and other people present in the site  Participate in site OHS&R audits  Facilitate the implementation of corrective action identified as part of inspections and audits  Assist the site foreman with weekly OHS&R site inspections  Prepare OHS&R statistics for the site and report these to the Project Manager and the Head Office OHS unit  Assist managers and staff in the identification of hazards, assessment of their risk potential and in the development of effective risk controls  Maintain an up to date register of hazardous substances stored and used on site. Conduct a hazard assessment on any hazardous substances proposed to be brought onto the site  Ensure that correct signage is in place and maintained in good condition DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Delegation of Responsibility These responsibilities will be delegated to project management positions and will be documented in the job specification for each position. OHSP 02 COMMUNICATION AND CONSULTATION PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure describes how Pergamon will communicate and consult with our employees, subcontractors and service providers for the sharing of relevant OHS information and providing all parties the opportunity to express their views on OHS matters that may affect them. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Two NSW OHS&R Management System Guidelines Section 4.2 Workcover NSW Code of Practice: OHS Consultation RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager and OHS Officer are responsible for:  Establishing an OHS Committee, the election of OHS Representatives or for establishing other agreed consultation arrangements.  Determining workgroups, in consultation with employees that take into account all relevant factors such as hours of work, number and grouping of employees, geographical location, specific occupational hazards etc.  Ensuring sub-contractors and service providers are considered when establishing communication and consultation arrangements.  Ensuring all elected OHS Committee Members or Representatives are appropriately trained. PROCEDURE Communication Once the site consultation procedures have been established these will be displayed on a dedicated OHS noticed board located in a prominent position within the site. These arrangements will be communicated to current employees, sub-contractors and service providers via a toolbox talk and will also be included in the induction procedure for new persons to the site. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Other issues that will be included as part of the induction process will be Site Safety Rules, Emergency Procedures, OHS Training and Licence Requirements. Toolbox talks will be held on a daily basis or more often if the need arises through changed circumstances. These daily toolboxes will be supplemented with regular planned safety meetings as well as OHS committee meetings. Minutes from committee minutes as well as significant issues raised through other consultative forums will be recorded and posted on the dedicated OHS notice board. OHSP 03 SERVICE PROVIDERS PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure describes how all subcontractors and suppliers engaged on the project will be assessed for their OHS&R capability and how their OHS&R performance on site will be monitored. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Three NSW OHS&R Management System Guidelines Section 4.3 RESPONSIBILITIES Where Pergamon Constructions is recognised as the Principle Contractor for a particular worksite then we will meet the following responsibilities:  Ensuring that all persons carrying out work on site are provided with OHS induction training prior to commencing such work.  Ensuring that all Certificates of Competency, Licences and Permits required are sighted and recorded within the project file.  Ensuring that all sub-contractors and suppliers provide appropriate OHS management plans and SWMS prior to commencing work on site or where these are not available that the subcontractors and suppliers are provided with and trained in Pergamon’s OHS management Plan and SWMS. The Project Manager and OHS Officer are responsible for:  determining the OHS&R requirements for the selection of subcontractors and suppliers  final decision to purchase or subcontract  obtaining approval of RTA Superintendent to employ a subcontractor DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge  completion of subcontract/supply documentation  monitoring sub-contractor and supplier compliance with OHS management plans and SWMS and general OHS&R performance of subcontractors and suppliers The Site Foreman is responsible for:  day by day monitoring of subcontractor and suppliers conduct on site  reporting to the Project Manager and/or the OHS Officer any non-conformance with required OHS&R standards by subcontractors and suppliers PROCEDURE Assessment of Subcontractors and Suppliers The Project Manager and the OHS Officer shall assess subcontractors on the following criteria:  ability to meet the subcontract requirements, including OHS&R requirements,  personnel and equipment resources, including supervisory personnel, and  previous demonstrated capacity and performance In addition, they shall assess the content of subcontractor Site Specific Safety Management Plans and relevant safe work method statements to determine the subcontractor’s ability to work in a compatible manner to the OHS&R standards required by Pergamon Constructions. They shall request from subcontractors any other OHS performance documents or information they think is necessary for making the selection decision. The Project Manager shall obtain from the RTA Superintendent the required approval to engage a Service Provider. The selected Service Provider must provide a Site Specific Safety Management Plan and relevant safe work method statements for the approval of the Project Manager and OHS Officer before commencing work on the site. Or be provided with and trained in Pergamon’s OHS Management Plan and relevant SWMS. Induction and monitoring of Subcontractors The OHS Officer shall induct all service providers onto the site. No service provider will be permitted to work on the site unless they have attended the site induction. During induction the OHS Officer will acquaint service providers with the Project OHS Policy, site specific safety rules, site emergency procedures, and highlight any particular hazards that may be encountered by service providers while they are working on site. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge The Site Foreman and the OHS Officer will monitor the performance of service providers on the site. Any behaviour or activity which does not conform with the service provider’s own Site Specific Safety Management Plan or the requirements of the Project OHS&R Management Plan will be immediately brought to the attention of the service provider and corrective action requested. The Site Foreman and OHS Officer will monitor the effectiveness of any corrective action. Service providers will comply with all Hold Points imposed on the project by the RTA Superintendent or the Superintendent’s representative. The Project Manager and OHS Officer will hold meetings with subcontractors on site at least once every month during which any performance or OHS concerns shall be raised and resolved. Preferred Service Providers Where service providers consistently perform to the OHS&R standards required by Pergamon Constructions they will be added to a list of preferred service providers kept by the Project Manager. This list must be consulted when purchasing, hiring and subcontracting decisions are being made. OHSP 04 PURCHASING PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure involves making sure that all materials, equipment and plant that is purchased or hired for use on Pergamon project sites conforms to all relevant OHS standards. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Four NSW OHS&R Management Systems Guidelines Section 4.4 RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager and OHS Officer shall ensure that all plant, equipment, goods or substances either bought or hired are assessed against relevant OHS standards prior to those plant, equipment, goods or substances being allowed onto site. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge PROCEDURE Purchasing or hiring Prior to making a purchasing or hiring decision the Project Manager and the OHS Officer must have available documentation which clearly describes the item to be purchased or hired, sets out its performance standards and indicates any OHS hazards and risk factors which may be associated with the item’s use. All purchasing or hiring decisions must evaluate the risk potential of the item and where possible the item with the highest standard of OHS performance should be selected. As a minimum all materials, equipment and plant to be purchased or hired for the site must meet requirements set by health and safety legislation and regulation. They must also comply with requirements set by Australian Standards, where these apply. The OHS Officer will carry out random checks on purchased items to confirm that they are meeting the OHS standards required of them. OHSP 05 DESIGN PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure defines processes to identify and eliminate (or at least minimise) OHS risks, at any stage of the project, related to the design. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS& R Management System - Element Five NSW OHS&R Management System Guidelines Section 4.5 RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager and OHS Officer will liaise with the designers of the project as further design work is carried out or if changes in the project force a review and alteration of original designs. Any design work carried out after commencement of the project must be reviewed and approved by the OHS Manager before being implemented. PROCEDURES Where further design work is carried out or changes in the project force a review of original designs the Project Manager and OHS Officer will meet with designers to discuss relevant health and safety DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge issues. The Project Manager and OHS Officer will alert designers to hazards present on the project or any site specific features that must be considered in design work. These hazards could have become obvious from injury and incident data or by observation. In the first instance this discussion should try to find ways to eliminate hazards as part of developing the design. If this is not possible then means to reduce and control the hazard must be found. Design options relating to OHS&R issues will be included in design documentation for the guidance of site personnel. Where possible this meeting should be held on site so that designers can become acquainted with the physical set up of the site and the characteristics of the work being carried out. The Project Manager will discuss any new design or design changes with the OHS Manager and obtain his approval before new designs or design changes are implemented. OHSP 06 RISK MANAGEMENT PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure involves identification of OHS hazards, assessing risks and planning work process to control those risks. It also covers ancillary measures such as SWMS and hazardous processes. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Six NSW OHS&R Management System Guidelines 4.6 RESPONSIBILITIES The Quality Assurance Manager, OHS Manager and Project Manager shall determine the types of work to be undertaken on the project and shall identify those activities which need to be documented in the form of safe work method statements. This assessment will take into account the high risk activities identified in the RTA’s OHS contract specification G22. They shall also determine the personnel and equipment required for the effective and safe completion of each construction activity. The Quality Assurance Manager, OHS Manager and Project Manager will make sure that appropriate safety analysis is carried out and that safe work method statements are developed for the risk activities that have been identified. The Project Manager and OHS Officer will make sure that all persons working on the site are aware of the identified hazards and that safe work method statements have been provided to appropriate personnel. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge The Site Foreman and OHS Officer shall monitor on a day to day basis that work activities identified as being of risk are carried out according to the requirements of the relevant safe work method statement. PROCEDURES Special Processes Work processes or situations which involve a heightened level of risk have been identified by the Quality Assurance Manager, OHS Manager and Project Manager. Hazards that are identified in Annexure E of RTA contract specification G22 have also been considered. Safe work method procedures and site inspection checklists for these risks have been developed. They are issued to relevant staff and conformance with them is monitored by the Site Foreman and OHS Officer. Any difficulties experienced in following these safe work procedures can be reported to the Site Foreman or OHS Officer, or discussed at the regular site Toolbox meetings. Safe Work Method Statements To establish and maintain OHS&R control on the site a number of work procedures have been developed to ensure that tasks are appropriately planned and carried out in a safe manner. Copies of safe work method statements relevant to this project can be found in Section Four OHS&R Work Procedures. These work procedures include the following information:          work method/task steps responsibilities for the task necessary training, experience and equipment hazard identification and potential risks risk control measures compliance with OHS legislation, standards, codes and procedures safety inspection procedures recording and review approval of the work procedure Site Safety Rules A copy of the site safety rules applying on this project can be found in Section Six of this Project OHS&R Management Plan. These rules are explained to all persons entering the site at the site induction and they are provided with a copy of them. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge OHS Risk Management The risk management process involves three fundamental stages:  hazard identification  risk assessment  risk control Health and safety hazards can be identified in a number of ways, including:  incidents and accidents experienced in the past on similar work  incidents and accidents experienced in the work site  observation of work activity  notifications and complaints from staff  discussions at meetings Once hazards have been identified a risk assessment must be carried out on them to determine the severity of risk that each hazard presents. The following table can be used to assess the severity and to prioritise risks. 1. How severely could it hurt someone? OR How ill could it make someone? 2. How likely is it to be that bad? ++ Very likely Could happen any time + Likely could happen sometime Unlikely could happen, but very rarely -Very unlikely could happen, but probably never will !!!! Kill or cause permanent disability or ill health !!! Long term illness or serious injury !! Medical attention and several days off work ! first aid needed 1 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 DRAFT ONLY 2 3 4 5 3 4 5 6 PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SCORE ACTION 1-2 3-4 5-6 HIGH RISK MEDIUM RISK LOW RISK Risk must be eliminated, or at least reduced to a lower grade of risk Risk control measures essential Corrective action required The results of the risk assessment must be used to determine what control measures will be taken in order to eliminate the risk, or at least reduce its severity. There is a preferred hierarchy of risk controls which is illustrated in the following table. HIERARCHY OF CONTROL ELIMINATION SUBSTITUTION Get rid of the hazard out of the workplace. Use something less hazardous in place of the identified hazard. For example water based chemicals rather than solvent based ones. Put in place barriers to shield or isolate the hazard. For example guards on machines, enclosures for noisy machinery. Put in place a system to counteract the hazard. For example installing an exhaust ventilation system to extract dangerous fumes or dust. Put in place work routines that reduce the time people are around the hazard. Give people protective equipment and clothing that they have to wear while near the hazard. For example ear plugs or face masks. SAFE PLACE ISOLATION ENGINEERING CONTROLS ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SAFE PERSON Risk control measures must be periodically reviewed to make sure they are still effectively containing the risk or to see if better risk control options have become available. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge EMERGENCY PROCEDURE First aid The OHS Officer will establish and maintain first aid kits at convenient locations in the work site. Kits will also be available in all Pergamon Constructions vehicles. The OHS Officer will maintain a register of staff who hold first aid qualifications and ensure these qualifications are kept up to date. The OHS Officer will also establish whether subcontractor staff have first aid qualifications and their names will be added to the register for the duration of their time on the site. The OHS Officer will use the site induction to inform all persons coming onto the site of the first aid provisions. Emergency communications If an emergency occurs site management must be notified as quickly as possible, starting with the Project Manager. Contact numbers for site management staff are as follows: Paul Mandible Penelope Post Brett Bouncer Andy Pecksniff Project Manager OHS officer Quality Assurance Rep Site Foreman 0419 782 359 0419 627 245 0419 578 340 0419 633 459 These numbers, along with local contact numbers for emergency services, will be posted in the site office and the staff amenities area. Copies of the relevant numbers will be given to all persons entering the site during site induction training. Fire protection Fire fighting equipment will consist of the following:  minimum of one 9 kg multi-class dry chemical extinguisher for each site building  in areas where fuels or other flammable liquids are stored and handled both Foam and 9 kg chemical extinguishes will be provided  for areas with electrical installations a dry chemical CO2 will be provided  extinguishes will be located and sign posted according to AS2444(1995) Vehicles will be fitted with a 1 kg dry chemical extinguisher. Mobile plant will be fitted with a 2 kg dry chemical extinguisher. Fire extinguishers will be checked by the OHS Officer on a fortnightly basis. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Fire Prevention The fuel store will have a sign which reads: Turn off Motor/ No Smoking Good housekeeping practices will be enforced to prevent the build up of flammable material. Fire breaks will be established around the site compound to reduce threat from bushfires. In this zone and around the compound buildings grass cover will be regularly cut to reduce risk. No fires are to be lit when fire restrictions are in force and no open fires are to be lit at any time. Emergency Evacuation If evacuation is necessary this will be ordered by the Project Manager, or by the next available management representative. If evacuation is ordered staff will move quickly, but in an orderly manner, to the designated assembly point. The Site Foreman and supervisors will conduct a roll call to ensure all persons are accounted for. No one will return to the site until an all clear order has been issued by the management representative in charge. All staff who enter the site will be informed of the emergency evacuation procedure and designated assembly point at the site induction training. The Project Manager, OHS Officer and Site Foreman will determine a schedule for the testing of the emergency procedures. This must be consistent with the production requirements of the site, but be held at least on a six monthly basis. The outcomes of this testing will be examined and improvements made to the procedures, if required. OHSP 07 TRAINING PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure aims to make sure that training needs of personnel on the project are identified and provided for so that each person is capable of doing their job with a minimum of risk of injury to themselves and others. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Seven NSW Government OHS&R Management Systems Guidelines 4.7 DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager is responsible for making sure that all personnel on the site have the skills necessary to carry out the works. The OHS Officer and Site Foreman are responsible for identifying the skills level of individual employees and assessing their ability to carry out their work. Where training needs are identified the OHS Officer and Site Foreman will make sure the required training is provided. The Project Manager, OHS Officer and Site Foreman are responsible for making sure that no one enters the site and carries out any form of work without being given an appropriate site induction. The OHS Officer is responsible for maintaining site training records and liaising with Pergamon Constructions training section to address site training needs. PROCEDURE Pergamon Constructions has a training and assessment program for all its employees. This is described in the Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System. Employee’s skill levels are assessed against standards of competency and remedial training provided, where necessary. Documents relating to Structural Training Programs and Training Needs Analysis are maintained by the Pergamon Constructions Training Section. Site Induction All persons wishing to enter the site, whether to commence work or for other purposes, will undergo an appropriate induction before doing so. In most cases an OHS induction will be carried out by the OHS Officer. If the OHS Officer is not available, or in the case of short stays like suppliers delivering materials, the induction will be carried out by the Site Foreman. Every person who undergoes site induction will be issued with a card identifying that they have been inducted onto the site. This card must be produced on request. Suppliers making repeat visits to the site need only be inducted on the initial visit provided they can show their site induction card on subsequent occasions. OHS induction will comply with the requirements of OHS regulation. Every person will undertake a site specific induction. Persons working on the site must show evidence of prior training in General Construction Industry Induction and Work Activity Based Induction before being allowed to start work. If they have not undergone this induction training then it must be completed to a satisfactory level before the OHS Officer or Site Foreman will allow the person to start work on the site. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge The OHS Officer will maintain site induction training records and provide copies of these to the Pergamon Constructions Training Section for update of company training records. Section Three of this Project OHS&R Management Plan gives additional detail on site induction training. Section Three should be read in conjunction with this procedure. In general site OHS&R induction will outline the following:     The project OHS&R policy and objectives, Project OHS&R procedures Site safety rules Significant hazards present on the site. This will include:  vehicle movement/traffic management (on site &/or on public road)  operation of mobile plant, including mobile cranes  working at height  materials/manual handling  hazardous substances  sun protection Emergency and evacuation procedures  Other Training The OHS Officer and Site Foreman will monitor other training needs that may be applicable to work on the site. This will particularly consider different qualifications and skills needed at different stages of the project. Where it is identified that further training is required they will report the need to the Project Manager and liaise with Pergamon Constructions Training Section to provide the necessary training. Training will be carried out by qualified Pergamon Constructions training staff or by an approved outside training provider. Both the OHS Officer and Site Foreman hold a Statement of Attainment in Train Small Groups which permits them to conduct site induction and other site based training. Only operators with appropriate licenses, certificates and training will be allowed to operate plant and equipment on the site. A register of certificated operators is kept at the site office. This register will be maintained by the OHS Officer and the Site Foreman. Subcontractors engaged on the site will be subject to the same OHS site induction requirements as those for Pergamon Constructions personnel. Subcontractors will be required to outline their site OHS training procedure as part of their Site Specific Safety Management Plan. Subcontractors who are to operate plant and equipment which requires a license or certificate to operate must show either the Site Foreman or the OHS Officer the relevant license or certificate before commencing to operate the plant or equipment. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge The OHS Officer will regularly circulate OHS&R information on the site in the form of posters, pamphlets and minutes from meetings which consider OHS&R issues. OHSP 08 INSPECTION, TESTING AND SERVICING PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure describes how OHS&R inspection and testing will be carried out on the project. The project inspection and testing program will monitor the work environment, equipment, processes and incoming products and materials. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS& R Management System - Element Eight NSW OHS&R Management System Guidelines Section 4.8 RESPONSIBILITIES The OHS Manager is responsible for the preparation and authorisation of an OHS&R inspection and testing plan. The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that all testing and inspection is carried out on the project to verify OHS&R performance requirements are being met. The Project Manager, in consultation with the OHS Officer, will, where necessary, engage suitably qualified persons or organisations to carry out inspection and testing on the project. If inspection and testing is carried out using resources and staff of Pergamon Constructions, then the staff involved must be appropriately trained for carrying out the role. The Project Manager, Quality Assurance Representative and OHS Officer will be responsible for the timely implementation of any corrective actions identified as a result of inspection and testing activity. The OHS Manager will review progress and outcomes from the inspection and testing plan. PROCEDURES Inspection and testing checklists shall be developed by the Quality Assurance anager, OHS Manager and Project Manager. Where appropriate the checklists will be based on those checklists DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge contained in the Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System. The checklists will be adapted to reflect the known specific circumstances of the project worksite. The inspection and testing checklists will be used to guide and to document the process. They will be a basis for implementation of corrective actions identified as a result of the inspection and testing activities. Those persons who have carried out inspection and testing will sign off the checklists when that particular inspection or test is completed to their satisfaction. The checklists shall be kept as part of OHS&R records. Copies of the completed inspection and testing checklists will be retained by the Project Manager and by the Quality Assurance Manager. Inspection and testing activity will, at least, cover the following areas:         materials, products and equipment brought onto the site the work site environment work methods access and exists protective measures adherence to safe working rules electrical installation and equipment plant and equipment The Project Manager, OHS Officer and Site Foreman will arrange for the testing of incoming products which are critical to the activities of the project. This will include raw materials, precast units, grates and frames, and steel reinforcements. The OHS Officer will review manufacturer/supplier documentation accompanying materials, products and equipment entering the work site to ensure items are clearly and accurately described, that any necessary information and instruction on use has been supplied and that the items comply with the OHS&R requirements set out in this Project OHS&R Management Plan. Inspection and testing of the work environment must progressively cover every corner of the work site. A large number of issues will be addressed as part of this activity, including exposures to noise, hazardous substances and UV radiation, plant and vehicle movement on the site, working at height and around falsework, working in excavations and over water etc. Inspection and testing must also establish that safe work practices which have been documented for work activities known to involve risk are being followed by all personnel on the project. The suitability and effectiveness of these safe work practices will also be assessed. Issues relating to access and exits are critical where work is required in confined spaces and in excavations. Work conducted near passing traffic will also require close examination. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Inspection and testing will also examine the adherence on the site to protective measures such as hearing conservation, wearing of PPE, use of protection against UV radiation and insect bites, smoke free policy and policy on alcohol and other drugs. Inspection and testing of electrical installations and equipment on site will be conducted by a suitably qualified person. The OHS Officer and Site Foreman will check plant and equipment before it is accepted onto the site. The inspection and testing program will examine plant and equipment maintenance records, the qualifications of those operating plant and equipment and will conduct visual inspections of plant and equipment to ensure it is in good working order. OHSP 09 INCIDENT MANAGEMENT AND CORRECTIVE ACTION PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure is about managing incidents, the use of products and work practices, which do not meet OHS requirements, and to appropriately address OHS issues through corrective action and injury management practices. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Nine NSW Government OHS&R Management System Guidelines 4.9 RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager, Quality Assurance Representative and OHS Officer will be responsible for implementing any corrective actions that are identified to be necessary. The Project Manager must sign off incident/accident reports or Corrective Action Requests (CARs) to attest that corrective action has been implemented. The OHS Officer and Site Foreman are responsible for monitoring that corrective actions are proving to be effective. The OHS Officer will ensure that all corrective actions are appropriately recorded and will provide copies to the Project Manager and OHS Manager. The OHS Manager will review the corrective actions that are applied during the course of the project. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge All site personnel are responsible for promptly reporting unsafe work practices or unsafe work conditions (including incidents/accidents and near misses) to their supervisor, the Site Foreman or OHS Officer. A supervisor or manager receiving a report of unsafe work practices or unsafe work conditions shall record the information and move promptly to correct the situation if they are able to do so. If the supervisor or manager is not able to correct the non-conformance they should report the situation to someone who can appropriately respond. The OHS Officer is responsible for reporting of incidents/accidents to appropriate managers within Pergamon Constructions and to relevant authorities, such as WorkCover and to the Client. The Project Manager is responsible for compliance on the project with the current Pergamon Constructions Rehabilitation Policy which aims to provide effective and timely rehabilitation of injured personnel so they can regain the fullest physical, mental, social, vocational and economic potential consistent with medical opinion. The OHS Manager is Pergamon’s designated Return to Work co-ordinator and is responsible for ensuring that the Company’s Return to Work Program is disseminated to all employees. The OHS Manager may, at their discretion, employ the services of a professional rehabilitation provider to assist with the management of injured employees. PROCEDURE Planned inspection and testing and the project audit schedule are designed to uncover any unsafe work practices or unsafe work conditions. Unsafe work conditions and unsafe work practices can also be identified as a result of incidents and accidents on the site and through the occurrence of ‘near misses’, which act as an earlier warning. For this reason it is critical that all personnel and supervisors record and report these occurrences so that corrective action can be taken quickly. This can be done on the Incident/Accident Reporting Form. At site induction training all personnel will be informed of their responsibility for reporting unsafe work practices and unsafe work conditions. They will also be issued with a copy of the Incident/Accident Reporting Form. In the first instance the Supervisor, in consultation with the Site Foreman, should institute corrective action following an incident/accident or the reporting of unsafe work practices and unsafe work conditions. If the issue cannot be dealt with at this level, the Site Foreman should quickly pass on the Incident/Accident Reporting Form to the OHS Officer for further investigation and response. The OHS Officer shall notify the OHS Manager of the following occurrences: DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge  a lost time injury  the issue of a breach notice, prohibition/improvement notice, on the spot fine or directive by staff of the WorkCover Authority  an interview by a WorkCover inspector of personnel of Pergamon Constructions or a subcontractor in respect of an alleged breach Where a lost time injury has occurred the person involved shall be given an appropriate Workers Compensation Claim Form and the provisions of the Pergamon Constructions Rehabilitation Policy must be followed. The Project Manager shall report the circumstances to the Quality Assurance Manager and send the workers compensation and rehabilitation forms to the Rehabilitation Coordinator at Pergamon Constructions head office. Corrective action can be initiated in response to a number of activities, which includes:        risk assessment of work activities internal or external non-conformance report accident/incident reports or investigation comment and complaint from site personnel OHS inspection and audit reports analysis of workers compensation claims review of the Project OHS&R Management Plan The implementation of corrective action will be recorded on incident/accident investigation reports or on Corrective Action Requests which have been raised in the course of an OHS audit or investigation. These reports and requests must be signed off by the Project Manager to attest that corrective action has been implemented. OHSP 10 HANDLING, STORAGE, PACKAGING AND DELIVERY PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure describes the handling, storage, packaging and delivery of products in such a manner as to prevent risk of injury and illness and to comply with legislative and standard requirements. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Ten NSW Government OHS&R Management System Guidelines 4.10 DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge RESPONSIBILITIES Where required the Project Manager will be responsible for directing the method of handling (eg for structural components such as bridge members). The Site Foreman will be responsible for handling operations and will ensure that products and materials are handled in a way to avoid injury and damage. The OHS Officer will assess and verify handling procedures. The Site Foreman will be responsible for the preparation of storage areas in locations indicated on site plans and authorised by the Project Manager. The OHS Officer will be responsible for assessing and verifying the set up and maintenance of storage arrangements. PROCEDURES The delivery, storage and handling of hazardous substances on the site will be carried out in accordance with the Pergamon Constructions Hazardous Substances Policy and Procedure. All personnel working on the site will be briefed on this policy and procedure during site induction training. The OHS Officer and Site Foreman will undertake regular reviews to ensure this policy and procedure is being complied with on site. The OHS Officer will maintain the site hazardous substances register, as well as maintaining a computer link to the Pergamon Constructions hazardous substances electronic database. The QA Officer will ensure that all non conforming product delivered to site is appropriately assessed in consultation with the OHS Officer prior to release for use on site. All non conforming products will be registered in a register and returned to the supplier. When materials are delivered to site, the Site Foreman is responsible for storing them in a secure location with all appropriate protection from adverse weather conditions. If materials are to be stacked, take care to build up stacks so that they will be stable if bumped. Do not stack heavy items on top of products that might get damaged. Any fuels, chemicals or other hazardous substances stored on site will be stored separately from other materials in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and listed on the hazardous substances register. The MSDS’s will be stored with the hazardous substances register. Before using a hazardous substance, personnel must be briefed in the correct usage and also on the appropriate containment/treatment if an accident occurs. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Storage of equipment or material which may present an unexpected hazard to pedestrians or other traffic will be enclosed with temporary safety fencing and located at least 3 metres away from vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Products having a shelf life that has expired must be disposed of in accordance with an applicable MSDS or product label. The Site Foreman will keep records of safety checks of products at the time of delivery, any documentation received (eg MSDS), inspections of products in storage and where each product was used/installed. These records must be sufficiently detailed to identify at a future stage where products were used in the project OHS issues arise. Quarantine any items that fail safety checks and report them as nonconforming products. All manual and materials handling on site will be carried out according to the Pergamon Constructions Manual/Materials Handling Policy and Procedure. All personnel working on the site will be briefed on this policy and procedure during site induction training. Under the terms of this policy and procedure the OHS Officer will establish on site a Manual/Materials Handling Hot Spot Team which will undertake regular assessment of manual/materials handling issues and devise and implement control responses where these are necessary. The QA Officer will ensure that all products, plant, equipment or goods and services coming onto site are:  clearly and accurately described, with the packaging or containment undamaged and intact  in conformance with manufacturer’s specification  complete with all necessary instructions, information or MSDS relating to the correct use of the products, plant, equipment or goods and services. The Site Foreman will ensure that cranes, loaders and other lifting devices will only be operated by suitably qualified persons. He will regularly inspect lifting slings and ropes and will dispose of any which are frayed, damaged or contaminated with oil. The Site Foreman will regularly inspect hydraulic hose lines. The Site Foreman and OHS Officer will make sure that all people using plant and equipment on site, which requires the operator be certified, will hold the appropriate and current certification or license to operate the plant or equipment. Photocopies of the certificates and license will be held by the OHS Officer with site induction records. All those operating plant and equipment which requires certification will carry their certificates and licenses with them at all times while working on the site. See OHSP 4 ‘Purchasing’ for the procedure which assesses new products, plant and equipment for health and safety hazards before they enter the site. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Project storage requirements  Bulk materials, such as aggregates and sands, shall be stored on clean, firm and level ground, in separate stockpiles or bins to avoid mixing or contamination.  Steel reinforcements shall be supported clear of the ground and when stored for long periods shall be kept under waterproof shelter.  Timber shall be stored on cleared level ground and when stored for long periods shall be supported above the ground and kept under waterproof shelter.  Fuels and explosives will be stored according to regulatory requirements.  Products subject to degradation, or which may be affected by wet weather, are to be stored under shelter.  Products with limited shelf life will be inspected periodically. If the shelf life has expired the product must not be used in the works but be appropriately disposed of. OHSP 11 INTERNAL REVIEWS PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure aims to make sure that internal reviews are regularly carried out to assess how effectively this Project OHS&R Management Plan is working on the project. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System - Element Eleven NSW Government OHS&R Management System Guidelines 4.11 RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager, OHS Officer and Quality Assurance Representative will make sure that reviews are conducted of OHS&R procedures on the site according to the established schedule. They are also responsible for ensuring that any deficiencies uncovered are corrected promptly and effectively. Outcomes from the internal review process are to be reviewed by the OHS Manager and Quality Assurance Manager. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge PROCEDURE The OHS Manager, Quality Assurance Manager and Project Manager will establish an internal audit schedule for the project before work commences. These audits will be conducted by qualified Pergamon Constructions personnel not involved with this project. An initial audit must be conducted three months after project start up and then at intervals not exceeding twelve months. Audits may examine a selection of management system elements. However every audit must examine Element Three Service Providers in order to regularly review the effectiveness of controls over subcontractors and the OHS&R performance of subcontractors on the project. The OHS Manager, Quality Assurance Manager and Project Manager may engage external ‘third party’ audits to conduct an audit if this is considered to be appropriate or it is a condition under the contract for the project. Audits must follow the auditing protocol described in the Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System. Non Conformance Reports and Corrective Action Requests must be given to the Project Manager and site management staff at the exit meeting. The completed audit report must be made available to the Project Manager and site management staff within 14 days of the site visit by the audit team. A copy of the report must be given to the OHS Manager and Quality Assurance Manager. The Project Manager must report to the OHS Manager and Quality Assurance Manager on progress to comply with Corrective Action Requests. It is expected that all corrective actions be completed satisfactorily 14 days after site management have been notified of them at the exit meeting. The Project Manager must discuss with the OHS Manager any difficulties being experienced in meeting this deadline. A strategy must be developed to implement all outstanding corrective actions as soon as possible. Project management staff will provide necessary cooperation with staff of the client when the client wishes to carry out an audit of the site. Similar cooperation will be given to accredited staff of WorkCover if they wish to audit the site. Documents and reports from internal audits will be available to the client, the clients representatives and to WorkCover when these are requested during the conduct of an external audit. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge OHSP 12 DOCUMENTATION AND RECORDS PURPOSE AND SCOPE This procedure establishes a process for the identification, filing, retrieval and retention of OHS&R records. These records are kept to demonstrate that the health and safety system operating on the project is conforming to statutory and contractual requirements and also to assist in review and improvement of OHS&R performance. REFERENCES Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System Element Twelve NSW Government OHS&R Management System Guidelines 4.12 RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager will establish at the site office a system for the collection, indexing, filing and storage of OHS&R records. The OHS Officer and Quality Assurance Representative will assist in this process, adding to the OHS&R records held as the project progresses. Where required the Project Manager, OHS Officer and Quality Assurance Representative will provide copies of records to the Quality Assurance Manager, OHS Manager and Training Manager at Pergamon Constructions head office. The Quality Assurance Manager and OHS Manager will be responsible for establishing a system which provides for the storage and retrieval of project OHS&R records for a period of seven years. Where there exists a statutory requirement for a longer period of storage and retrieval for particular records the Quality Assurance Manager and OHS Manager will make sure these statutory requirements are met. For example, some hazardous substances records must be kept for thirty years. PROCEDURE All documentation specifically relating to OHS&R will be stored and maintained so that they are easily retrievable and secure from damage or loss. Records will be retained for at least seven years after the completion of the project. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge The Project Manager, OHS Officer, and Quality Assurance Representative will make available all relevant records to the RTA’s Superintendent or the Superintendent’s representative upon request. The same access will be available to accredited representatives of the WorkCover Authority. OHS&R records will be stored in either hard copy or electronic form. The method of storage will depend on the nature of the record. OHS&R records will include the following:             site inspection and test reports audit reports internal review reports reports of incidents and accidents minutes of OHS&R consultations incident analyses corrective action reports induction and training records design reviews records of dangerous goods/hazardous substances held on site (registers, MSDS etc) individual competencies, licenses and certificates held by personnel safety equipment records Provision will be made for holding certain personal/confidential records. These will include records relating to pre-employment medicals and workers compensation documents. Storage and retrieval of these documents on site will follow the procedures set down in the Pergamon Constructions OHS&R Management System. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SECTION THREE SITE INDUCTION AND PROJECT SPECIFIC OHS&R REQUIREMENTS PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 CONSTRUCTION OF A BRIDGE ON BURRANBONG ROAD OVER URINBANGA CREEK DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SITE OHS&R INDUCTION PURPOSE AND SCOPE The aim of site OHS&R induction is to explain to Pergamon Constructions employees, subcontractors, suppliers and other persons who wish to enter the work site the health and safety objectives of the project, the health and safety procedures that apply at the site and the site safety rules which must be followed. The site OHS&R induction will meet the regulatory requirements set out in the Code of Practice: Occupational Health and Safety Induction Training for Construction Work. RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager is responsible for making sure that all persons working on the site have the necessary skills to carry out the works. In addition he is responsible for making sure that all persons working on the site are familiar with and understand site health and safety procedures and site safety rules. The OHS Officer and the Site Foreman are responsible for making sure that all persons undertake appropriate OHS&R induction before they enter the work site. INDUCTION The OHS Officer will conduct site OHS&R inductions for all new personnel before they commence work on the site. If the OHS Officer is not available induction will be carried out by the Site Foreman. The Site Foreman may also provide site induction to short stay persons such as suppliers delivering materials to the site or visitors who have reason to enter the site. Visitors could include Pergamon Constructions personnel from other parts of the company who may want to view the works or to carry out formal audits. They could also include staff of the Client who wish to enter the site to view the works or carry out inspections and audits. Similar induction could be provided to WorkCover staff, if appropriate. The OHS Officer and Site Foreman hold a Statement of Attainment in Train Small Groups, which is the required certification for carrying out this type of OHS&R induction training. Site OHS&R induction will outline the following:     The project OHS&R policy and objectives, Project OHS&R procedures Site safety rules Significant hazards present on the site. This will include: DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge   vehicle movement/traffic management (on site &/or on public road)  operation of mobile plant, including mobile cranes  working at height  materials/manual handling  hazardous substances  sun protection Emergency and evacuation procedures During the site OHS&R induction personnel will be informed of the personal protective equipment(PPE) requirements for the site and of the arrangements for providing PPE. Personnel will be informed of their obligation to use appropriate PPE where it has been identified that this is necessary. Disciplinary action for failure to wear appropriate PPE will be outlined. At site OHS&R induction personnel will be informed about the general layout of the site. This will include location of site buildings, storage facilities and access routes about the site for mobile plant and vehicles. Site OHS&R induction will remind all those entering the site of their own responsibility to act sensibly and show care for their health and safety and the health and safety of others. Persons will also be reminded of their responsibility to follow all relevant procedures and site rules, as well as following directions from responsible persons. All personnel who satisfactory complete the site OHS&R induction will be issued with a site OHS&R induction card The card must be dated and carry the company’s name and A.C.N. It must show upon request while the person is on the site. They will also be issued with a copy of the Pergamon Constructions Safety Booklet. This booklet outlines the company’s safety policy, the laws relating to safety, the procedures to be followed in case of accident, procedures for working safely, good hygiene, and first aid and emergency procedures. When completing site OHS&R induction and receiving their card and booklet each person must sign an acknowledgement of receipt and give an undertaking to follow the safety guidelines that were outlined during site induction (see form next page). DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SITE OHS&R INDUCTION FORM Employee’s name Employee’s classification Date of training Work site I hereby acknowledge that I have received a site OHS&R induction attendance card and a copy of the Pergamon Constructions Safety Booklet. I undertake to follow the safety guidelines outline at the site induction and printed in the booklet at all times while employed on this site. Signature:………………………………………….. Date of issue: ……./……./……. In case of an emergency please contact: Name: …………………………………………………… Address: ……………………………………………………. Phone number: ……………………..(BH) ………………………. (AH) DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge OTHER INDUCTION REQUIREMENTS It is the responsibility of the OHS Officer and the Site Foreman to make sure that all persons working on the site have also completed the regulatory requirements of General Construction Industry Induction and Work Activity OHS Induction. Confirmation of the successful completion of these additional induction components can be obtained from the Pergamon Constructions training records database at the company’s head office. Subcontractors will be required to outline in the Site Specific Safety Management Plan their own procedures for making sure that their employees have successfully completed these components of OHS&R induction training. The OHS Officer or the Site Foreman will sight the relevant certificates of attainment for all subcontractor staff before they are permitted to begin work on the site. PROJECT SPECIFIC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Mandatory – must be worn at all times within the construction work area   Safety footwear High visibility fluorescent clothing, or fluorescent safety vest, or fluorescent wet weather clothing which complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1906.4. Mandatory - must be worn if instructed to do so or if signage shows it must be worn       Hearing protection Eye protection Respiratory protection Harnesses Protective clothing and sun screens Hand protection DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SECTION FOUR OHS&R WORK PROCEDURES PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 CONSTRUCTION OF A BRIDGE ON BURRANBONG ROAD OVER URINBANGA CREEK DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge OHS&R WORK PROCEDURES WP01 WP02 WP 03 DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge WP01 General BRIDGEWORKS Pergamon Constructions will prepare for bridgeworks contracts by assessing the general safety procedures applicable to the project and will determine any additional or special requirements. Design The Project Manager will make sure that the design of falsework is fit for purpose and has considered any relevant health and safety issues. Where necessary engineering proofs will be conducted prior to the commencement of work on falsework. Training The Project Manager will review the training needs for workers engaged on bridge construction. All employees working on bridge construction will be trained in safe work practices and in the use of safety equipment. The work group will be trained in the following:      Work methods to be used for loading, positioning and fixing of bridge materials Methods adopted to protect workers against injury from falling The correct use, care and storage of personal protective equipment, tools and other equipment The correct use, care and storage of individual fall arrest equipment and safety nets Emergency procedures. Access to the worksite Access to the site shall be limited to authorised personnel. Bridge work areas shall be cordoned off during working hours by the erection of parawebbing, steel reinforcements, fencing or other barricades to prevent unauthorised persons gaining access to the site. At night and at other times when work is not being performed bridge access shall be securely barricaded. Construction A firm level surface shall be prepared below the bridge to facilitate the use of hoists, lifts, scaffolds and cranes. Access roads shall be located so that materials can be safely and securely stored. Safe access to the bridge area, including the provision and placement of ladders, cat walks and guardrails, shall be planned and maintained. Openings and perimeters shall be guarded. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge Anchorage points for static lines, inertia reel lines and/or safety nets shall be properly installed and maintained. Anchorage points will be regularly inspected. Workers shall be protected from injury through falling by the use of one or more of the following:      Safety mesh Scaffolding Safety nets Guardrails Individual fall arrest systems DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SECTION FIVE OHS&R FORMS PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 CONSTRUCTION OF A BRIDGE ON BURRANBONG ROAD OVER URINBANGA CREEK DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge INDEX OF OHS&R FORMS SF01 Risk Assessment and Risk Control Worksheet SF 02 Safe Work Method Statement SF03 General Health and Safety Site Inspection Checklist DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 RISK RATING Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 1 – Hi g h r i s k ; i m m e d i a t e a c t i o n i s r e q u i re d 2 – S i g n i fi c a n t r i s k ; i m p o rt a n t t o d o s o m e t h i n g a b o u t this hazard as soon as possible 3 - 4 – M e d i u m r i s k ; ri s k c o n t ro l m e a s u re s a re re q u i r e d 5 - 6 – L o w r i s k ; m a n a g e b y r o u t i n e p ro c e d u re s FORM SP 01 Activity/Project RISK ASSESSMENT AND RISK CONTROL WORKSHEET Example : Bitumen spraying during summer Hazards Example : Hot weather how severe? M how likely? VL risk rating 2 What can be done to lessen the risk Provide cool water; wear loose clothing with long sleeves; rest in the shade Write (or attach) these safety controls on your SWMS Date: ____/____/____ Signatures of people involved in the risk assessment: Supervisor’s signature: ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge FORM SP 02 Company Logo SAFE WORK METHODS STATEMENT WORKSHEET Office Location: I approve the use of this Safe Work Method Statement: Name: Signature: ..................................... ................................... Position: Date: .......................... .......................... Local Reference No: ....................... (SWMS) Activity Guide(s) used: ........................... Description of Activity: Critical Steps in this Activity: Potential Hazards: Work Site/Project Depot: Safety Controls: Training Required to Complete Activity: List Codes of Practice, Legislation, Standards which apply to this Activity: DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 2. Training details are located on: Project file:  L&D Training Data Base Other (specify) box   1. List training required eg Hiab, First Aid, Traffic Control. tick box tick box tick (L&D Database includes trainers’ qualifications) List Plant/Equipment/Personal Protective Equipment required for this Activity: List Equipment Maintenance Checks required for this Activity: Engineering Certificates /Permits/Approvals required for this Activity eg road closure, utility shutdown, WorkCover notification, demolition licence. Type Reference/Document Person(s) Responsible for Supervising/Inspecting Work: Person(s) responsible for supervising the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods, protective measures, plant equipment and power tools NB List of qualifications/experience is held on local files Name: Name: ................................................................... ................................................................... Position: Position: ......................................................................................... ......................................................................................... Signature: ........................................................... Signature: ........................................................... For list of names and signatures of staff instructed in this SWMS see local training records. DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge FORM SP 03 GENERAL OHS CHECKLIST General Health and Safety Physical Inspection Checklist Contractor:................................................................................................................. Worksite Location:........................................................ Date:................................... Persons completing inspection:................................................................................. Indicate in the following manner:  1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 2.10 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Acceptable  Not Acceptable N/A Not Applicable 1. Health and Safety Systems OH&S policy displayed First aid book Induction records Rehabilitation policy available Workplace inspection records Emergency procedures in place Training records Documented safe work procedures Protective clothing & equipment records MSDS available Health & safety systems manual Management safety representative appointed Contract risk assessment available Contract site specific health & safety system available Work areas free from rubbish & obstructions Clear access and egress in the workplace Surfaces safe and suitable Free from slip/trip hazards Floor openings covered Stock/material stored safely AISLES Unobstructed and clearly defined Adequate lighting Vision at corners Wide enough No broken plugs, sockets, switches No frayed or defective leads Power tools in good condition No work near exposed live electrical equipment 2. Housekeeping 3. Electrical DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.10 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 6.10 6.11 Tools and leads inspected and tagged No strained leads No cable-trip hazards Switches/circuits identified Lock-out procedures/danger tags in place Earth leakage systems used Start/stop switches clearly identified Switchboards secured Appropriate fire fighting equipment Plant and equipment in good condition Daily safety inspection procedures/checklists Fault reporting/rectification system used Operators trained and licensed Warning and instructions displayed Warning lights operational Reversing alarm operational Satisfactory operating practices Fire extinguisher Tyres satisfactory SWL of lifting or carrying equipment displayed Certificates of competency sighted Trainee log books in use Plant keys and unattended plant kept secure Adequate work space Clean and tidy Free from excess oil and grease Adequately guarded Warnings or instructions displayed Emergency stops appropriately placed and clearly identifiable Operated safely and correctly WORKBENCHES Clear of rubbish Tools in proper place Duckboards or floor mats provided Chemical register developed Stored appropriately Containers labelled correctly Adequate ventilation/exhaust systems Protective clothing/equipment available/used Satisfactory personal hygiene practices Waste disposal procedures Material safety data sheets available Chemical handling procedures followed Appropriate emergency/first aid equipment - shower, eye bath, extinguishers Hazchem signing displayed 4. Mobile Plant and Equipment 5. Machinery and Workbenches 6. Hazardous Substances 7. Welding DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9 7.10 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 10.7 10.8 10.9 11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 11.5 11.6 12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 Only trained personnel permitted to weld Gas bottles securely fixed to trolley Welding fumes well ventilated Fire extinguisher near work area Only flint guns used to light torch Flash back spark arresters fitted Vision screens used for electric welding LPG bottles within 10 year stamp PPE provided and worn Hot Work permit system used Shoring in place and in sound condition for all trenches more than 1.5m Excavation well secured Signage displayed Banks battered correctly and spoil away from edge Sufficient clear areas and safe access around excavation Separate access and egress points from excavation Safe work procedure in place All work platforms have secure handrails, midrails, toeboards, guarding or fence panels Fall arrest systems maintained and used as required Harness and lanyard or belts provided All floor penetrations covered or barricaded Unsafe areas signposted and fenced Safe work procedure in place No worn or broken steps, rungs or styles Handrails in good repair Clear of obstructions Adequate lighting Emergency lighting Non-slip treatments/treads in good condition Kick plates where required Clear of debris and spills Used correctly Ladders in good condition Ladders not used to support planks for working platforms Correct angle to structure 1:4 Extended 1.0 metre above top landing Straight or extension ladders securely fixed at top Metal ladders not used near live exposed electrical equipment Employees trained and records maintained Scaffold design complies with AS 1576 and is certified Safe and suitable access and egress to scaffold Handover certificates recorded Records of inspections maintained 8. Excavations 9. Prevention of Falls 10. Stairs, steps and landings 11. Ladders 12. Scaffolding DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 12.6 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 13.5 13.6 13.7 13.8 13.9 14.1 14.2 14.3 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 16.1 16.2 16.3 16.4 17.1 17.1 17.2 17.3 17.4 17.5 17.6 17.7 17.8 17.9 17.10 17.11 17.12 17.13 17.14 18.1 18.2 18.3 18.4 18.5 18.6 Repair and maintenance details held on site Employees provided with PPE Employees trained in the use of PPE PPE being worn by employees Regular maintenance checks performed on PPE Sun cream and sunglasses provided Correct signage at access points Hard hat areas correctly sign posted Hard available to visitors on site Hard hats are within the life span set out by AS 1800 Safety footwear appropriate to the job is worn High visibility clothing is worn Clothing is in good condition Mechanical aids provided and used Safe work procedures in place Manual handling risk assessment performed Manual handling controls implemented Workstation and seating design acceptable Ergonomic factors considered in work layout and task design Use of excessive force and repetitive movements minimised Appropriate training provided Construction site storage areas established Stacks stable Heights correct Sufficient space for moving stock Material stored in racks/bins Shelves free of rubbish Access around stacks and racks clear Drums checked Pallets in good repair Heavier items stored low No danger of falling objects No sharp edges Safe means of accessing high shelves Racks clear of lights/sprinklers Bunding and containment provided and operational Risk assessment undertaken Communication and rescue plan in place Safety equipment in good working condition Suitable training provided to employees Confined Space permit used All confined spaces identified and appropriately signposted 13. Personal Protection 14. Safety Clothing 15. Manual Handling 16. Workplace Ergonomics 17. Material Handling and Storage 18. Confined Spaces DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 19. Traffic Control 19.1 19.2 19.3 19.4 19.5 19.6 19.7 20.1 20.2 20.3 21.1 21.2 21.3 21.4 21.5 21.6 22.1 22.2 22.3 22.4 22.5 22.6 22.7 22.8 23.1 23.2 23.3 23.4 23.5 23.6 23.7 24.1 24.2 24.3 24.4 24.5 24.6 25.1 25.2 25.3 25.4 Appropriate traffic control plan available The plan is correctly implemented Signage and devices erected according to the traffic control plan Traffic controllers trained and their tickets sighted High visibility clothing is worn All side road access to worksite controlled Daily records of sign arrangements kept Operator has laser operator licence Signage displayed Laser not used in a manner to endanger other persons Risk assessment undertaken in advance Access prevented to demolition area Overhead protection in place Protection of general public Safe work procedure in place Comply with WorkCover demolition licensing requirements Appropriate barricades, fencing, hoarding, gantry secure and in place Signage in place Suitable lighting for public access Footpaths clean and free from debris Dust and noise controls in place Site access controlled Traffic control procedures in place Public complaints actioned Washrooms clean Toilets clean Lockers clean Meal rooms clean and tidy Rubbish bins available - covered Drinking water supplied Amenities comply with Construction (Amenities and Training) Regulation 1998 Cabinets and contents clean and orderly Stocks meet requirements First aiders names displayed First aiders location and phone numbers Qualified first aider(s) Record of treatment and of supplies dispensed Adequate and free from glare Lighting clean and efficient Windows clean No flickering or inoperable lights 20. Lasers 21. Demolition 22. Public Protection 23. Amenities 24. First Aid 25. Lighting DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge 25.5 26.1 26.2 26.3 26.4 26.5 26.6 26.7 26.8 26.9 26.10 26.11 26.12 26.13 26.14 26.15 26.16 26.17 Emergency lighting system Extinguishers in place Fire fighting equipment serviced/tagged Appropriate signing of extinguishers Extinguishers appropriate to hazard Emergency exit signage Exit doors easily opened from inside Exit path ways clear of obstruction Alarm/communication system - adequate Smoking/naked flame restrictions observed Minimum quantities of flammables at workstation Flammable storage procedures Emergency personnel identified and trained Emergency procedures documented - issued Emergency telephone numbers displayed Alarms tested Trial evacuations conducted Personnel trained in use of fire fighting equipment 26. Fire Control INSPECTION AFTER ACTION Observations (OBS) Corrective Action Requests (CAR) Signed: ............................................ Position: ................................. Date: .. / .. / .. This checklist is intended as a guide only. It should be used to the extent that it is appropriate to the works under contract and should add other contract specific checklists for the purposes of completing physical inspections DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge RESULT OF INCIDENT/ACCIDENT Injury, Property Damage STEP 1 Describe the exact injury or property damage Incident/Injury Report No. Person Initiating Original Report: Date of Investigation: Date of Injury/Incident: 2 INCIDENT/CONTACT Fall, struck, caught. Overexertion. Contact with etc. Describe how Investigating Persons: RECOMMENDATIONS/ACTIONS 3 IMMEDIATE CAUSE Of Incident/Accident 4 BASIC CAUSES (Contributing factors) Supervisory performance, task factors, equipment/materials, hazardous substances, environmental, design factors, personal etc. 5 SYSTEM FAILURE What is there in the system of work that was meant to prevent the occurrence? Describe the immediate cause RESP. PERSON DUE DATE Describe basic contributing factors Describe DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge SECTION SIX GENERAL SITE SAFETY RULES PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 CONSTRUCTION OF A BRIDGE ON BURRANBONG ROAD OVER URINBANGA CREEK DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge GENERAL SITE SAFETY RULES This comprises a minimum set of safety rules to be evaluated and adapted for use at each RTA premises, work sites or depots and incorporated, where appropriate into OHS management plans. These rules should be prominently displayed. Evaluation against risk profiles Use the checklist below to assess the need for, or circumstances where, the following safety rules must be adopted. Check Induction and Ancillary Site/Depot Inductions   All staff must be inducted to the site/depot on initial commencement and following any significant changes to site/depot management arrangements. All contractors and visitors must be inducted to the site/depot on arrival and advised of site safety rules applicable to their activity while on site, hazardous work activities occurring at the site/depot and arrangements for first aid and emergencies. Only staff who have completed general safety induction, work activity safety induction and site-specific induction are permitted to work on a construction site. A safe work method statement (SWMS) must be prepared for work activities that have a medium or high risk rating and must be developed in consultation with staff who perform the work. High standards of housekeeping is the responsibility of all staff to ensure: o access and egress is maintained at all times, especially to emergency safety equipment including fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, emergency showers, first aid and emergency exits the absence of combustible materials from work areas the absence of trip or slip hazards and obstacles in travel paths safe storage of materials and supplies.  Safe Work Method Statements  Housekeeping  o o o  Incident Reporting Report all near misses and incidents that occur in the work zone to your immediate supervisor and to the OHS Incident Helpdesk on 1300 131 469. Alcohol or illicit drugs are not to be consumed on RTA premises before or during working hours. Persons adversely affected by alcohol or drugs will be directed to leave RTA premises and work sites. RTA staff with alcohol or drug dependencies will be assisted in seeking treatment. Alcohol and Drugs    Safety Awareness DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge    Follow safety rules as safe work methods, safety signs and instructions. Report hazards to your supervisor or OHS representative. Never engage in horse play or practical jokes. Traffic, Vehicle and Plant Issues Traffic Control  Traffic control is to be set up and taken down in accordance with approved traffic control plans. Travel paths for general traffic and site vehicle movements must be clearly marked. Separate pedestrian travel paths should be marked in high traffic areas. Temporary changes to traffic movement, must be advised to all staff prior to the commencement of changed conditions (or similar) especially where major or arterial roads may be a cause of increased risk. Work must not be carried out within 3 metres of mobile plant without a risk assessment and alternative controls such as an observer. Consideration must be given to the area around the mobile plant that may be affected by flying debris or other unintended impacts from the operation of the plant. All self-propelled plant, trucks and, where applicable, trailers must have reversing alarms – use of observers should be considered for reversing plant on worksites and near pedestrian traffic. Beware of reversing trucks and plant. Listen for reversing alarms. Beware of overhead/underground power lines, other utilities and low branches when operating mobile plant. Plant and equipment must only be used for the purpose it is intended and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Plant operators and truck drivers are to complete the daily pre-start inspection checklist for all mobile plant and trucks. Only licensed truck drivers are to be used to drive trucks. Only trained plant operators or trainees under supervision are to be used to operate plant. When entering/exiting trucks or plant use the steps and handrails provided and have three points of contact at all times. Plant operators are to wear a seatbelt where Rollover protection (ROPS) is fitted. Plant is to be parked on level ground and separated by a minimum of 3 metres. Never operate plant or equipment, which is tagged as being dangerous or out of service, has its guards removed or is otherwise defective. Any defect identified shall be reported to the site supervisor on the Fleet Items Defect Report Book. When loading/unloading plant, the plant operator/float driver is to wear a seatbelt if ROPS is fitted. Load/unload plant on level ground using an observer. Traffic and Vehicle Movements    Mobile Plant     Plant and Equipment          Loading and unloading plant   DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge  In wet conditions, check surface conditions to be driven on before loading. Personal protection issues Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be worn in the following circumstances.   Where signage requires its use Where a site risk assessment or SWMS identifies a risk that necessitates its use. Other considerations for specific PPE requirements are listed below. Eye Protection  Eye protection must be worn whenever: o o o   operating plant or equipment where there is a risk of flying objects or debris when working in dusty conditions, or near trees or vegetation with a risk of protrusions contacting the eye. UV protection should be provided for outdoor work. Safety gloves suitable to the task must be worn when handling any materials where there is a risk of cuts, abrasions, splinters or chemical exposure. Safety helmets must be worn where: o o o o there is a possibility that a person may be struck on the head by a falling object a person may strike their head against a fixed or protruding object accidental head contact may be made with electrical hazards, or working within 1.5 times the length of a moving (traversing) boom. Hand Protection Head Protection  Hearing Protection   Hearing protection must be worn in the vicinity of plant or equipment that, when operating, makes it necessary to raise your voice to talk to a person 1 metre away from you. Areas where this plant operates must be signposted (including on the plant itself) to advise hearing protection is required. Approved fluorescent yellow safety clothing are to be worn by RTA staff during daylight hours whenever working in the vicinity of traffic or mobile plant. Yellow/white overalls with reflective striping or day/night vests are to be worn at night. Approved safety footwear is required whenever: o o o   working on a road construction or maintenance site operating construction plant or working in the vicinity of such plant wherever there is a risk of heavy objects falling. High Visibility Clothing    Safety Footwear Lace-up safety boots are recommended for better ankle support. Elastic-sided boots or safety shoes must not be worn while working with hot products including bitumen products. Sun protection is required when working outdoors. Broad-brimmed hats, long sleeved shirts and UV protection cream must be worn. Sun Protection   DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge    Brims for safety helmets must be worn where a safety helmet is required. Safety glasses with UV protection must be worn. A supply of drinking water must be available on site. Staff must take frequent drink breaks on hot days. Hazard Management Electrical Equipment   All electrical equipment must be regularly inspected and tagged. Work on live electrical installations is prohibited except for the purpose of testing or in emergency situations following a risk assessment and approval by a manager. Manual handling is to be eliminated wherever possible. Wherever possible, use mechanical devices to lift heavy or awkward items. Team lifting should only be used where mechanical lifting is absolutely not practical. List tasks at your site/depot where manual handling is prohibited. Mobile phones must not be used by persons while o o  on foot in the vicinity of mobile plant, or on a site using explosives. Manual Handling      Mobile Phones Only hands-free mobile phone devices may be used by persons driving RTA vehicles and only for short duration calls. Where there is the potential for a person or object to fall from a height greater than 2 metres, no work is to be carried out without fall protection or fall arrest systems in place. Fall arrest systems must be used where secure, fenced work areas cannot be provided. Ladders must be inspected for faults prior to use. They are to be used primarily as a means of access. Only short-term tasks may be carried out from a ladder using the third top rung and ensuring that three points of contact are maintained at all times. Hazardous substances must not be used without reference to the material safety data sheet (MSDS) to ensure that use is in accordance with the manufacturers instructions taking particular account of recommendations for: o o o Precautions for use, especially requirements for ventilation and personal protection equipment, Health effects including short and long term effects and risks associated with inhalation, ingestion and skin or eye contact First aid and emergency requirements. Working at Heights    Use of Hazardous Substances    MSDS must be readily accessible to users. All containers of hazardous substances including decanted containers must be labelled and carry the minimum set of risk phrases. All underground, above ground and overhead utilities must be identified and every effort made to have services disconnected prior to work commencing where there is a risk of Working in the vicinity of public utilities  DRAFT ONLY PERGAMON CONSTRUCTIONS 81 Stanhope Street Burranbong 2174 Project OHS&R Plan Burranbong Bridge contact.     All services must be clearly marked using a colour-coded system on plans used on site. All underground services must be located using detection equipment and hand digging techniques if necessary. When working under power lines, minimum clearance distances are to be observed. Where this is not possible, a qualified safety observer is to be appointed. Only plant operators and truck drivers with current Plant and Crane Electrical Safety qualifications are to work within minimum clearances. DRAFT ONLY