Sub-contractors and workers have a due diligence to ensure the safety of themselves and others on site. On commencement of work on this site, it is understood that all persons are aware of the WHS Management plan, its contents, and their obligations under the WHS Act and Regulations 2011. BUNDY HOMES Pty Ltd will consult with all contractors with regular site audits, sharing of information and safety alerts.
This Workplace Health, Safety and Environmental plan is proposed for |
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P.C.B. U |
BUNDY HOMES Pty Ltd |
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A.B. N |
82 063 979 242 |
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Address of P.C.B. U |
Commerce North , Office 1, 51 Perry Street, North Bundaberg, 4670 |
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Site Supervisor: RYAN McGREGOR – 0422 919 789 |
To help manage risk of serious injury on site, BUNDY HOMES Pty Ltd undertake to address the following management issues:
Control of the Site. The principal contractor (PBCU) has the obligation to ensure health and safety is managed on site.
The builder will ensure health and safety is managed on site by using housing safety site plan, trade
contractor’s safety plans and work method statements supplied by the trade contractors to identify
risks and hazards and how they are to be managed on site. Methods of health and safety management
will be constantly monitored and reviewed by the builder with consultation from Total Safe Services.
Public Safety. The builder will consider the health and safety of the public by taking necessary steps to
ensure any activity on site does not cause members of the public any risk of illness or injury.
When building in a built-up (eg area near occupied homes, schools, shops or playgrounds), the builder
will implement measures to ensure the public cannot readily enter or access any part of the site where exposure
to injury or illness may exist.
In all cases, the requirements of the WHS Safety Act and Regulation 2011 will apply. No task will be undertaken which could or may comprise Safety or Health of Employees, Sub-Contractors, Consultants, Delivery persons, members of the public or anyone else who may enter the construction site. |
References: WHS Act 2011, WHS Regulation 2011, Electrical Safety Act 2002, Electrical Safety Regs 2013, COP Noise, COP Hazardous Manual Tasks, COP Plant, COP Hazardous Substances, COP Construction Work, COP Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplace, COP Traffic Management for Construction Work, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011.AS2550 Cranes Safe Use., COP Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace, COP Scaffolding, COP How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks, COP- Managing Noise & Preventing Hearing Loss at Work, COP Hazardous Manual Tasks, Electrical Safety Act 2002, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, COP – Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace, COP – Working Near Overhead and Underground Electric Lines, COP – Concrete Pumping, COP – Managing Risks of Plant in the Workplace. |
BUNDY HOMES – SITE REQUIREMENTS – 2022 |
BUNDY HOMES promotes a high degree of professional integrity to its clients and suppliers, to maintain a successful business, the client’s satisfaction is paramount, and therefore the following is required from all our sub-contractors and suppliers. We require each PRINCIPAL SUB-CONTRACTOR to enforce these requirements and ensure all staff always adheres to them. 1. Always conduct yourself in a professional manner. 2. Only the stamped council approved plans are to be worked off. 3. All changes and rectifications must be approved by the office. 4.You must be issued with your written order before works can commence. 5.Any variations to orders must be authorised & raised before any works can commence. 6.Liaise with the office/builder regularly. 7.Work with other contractors, to ensure the job progress quickly and efficiently always. 8.Before leaving the site ensure all windows and doors are closed. 9.Ensure the inside is sweep out and all rubbish placed into the skip bin. Do not just sweep it out the front and leave it. 10.All small off cuts, drink containers, food containers, food scraps must be placed in the bin. |
The wearing of Thongs onsite at any time is Prohibited
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EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS |
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Ambulance |
000 for emergency 131233 for non-emergencies |
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Fire Brigade |
000 for emergency 41507999 for non-emergencies |
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Police |
000 for emergency 41539111 for non-emergencies |
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Bundaberg Hospital |
41521222 |
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Poisons Information Centre |
131126 |
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Workplace Health and Safety Office |
1300 362 128 |
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Safety Consultant- Darryl Rasmussen |
0428 592 687 |
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EMERGENCY PLAN AND CONTACTS |
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Emergency |
Procedure |
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Fire
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If fire is discovered:
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Ambulance
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If an accident occurs:
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Electrical |
If an electrical accident occurs:
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Poison |
If poisoning occurs:
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ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES |
Principal Contractor |
The principal contractor is responsible for:
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Site Supervisor |
The site supervisor is responsible for:
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Contractors |
Contractors engaged by the principal contractor are responsible for:
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Workers |
Workers are responsible for:
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Health and Safety representative |
Health and safety representatives are responsible for:
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CONTROLS AND IMPLEMENTATION |
Safety Issue |
Method of Control |
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Amenities
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Toilets: The builder will ensure Toilet facilities are available for workers and trade contractors, these facilities will be maintained regularly. Water: Where reticulated water is available it will be made accessible for workers and trade contractors within 30m. Otherwise potable water should be taken to site. Meal room: The building under construction may be used for meals. Until the building reaches a stage where it provides shelter, contractors are to make their own arrangements. Maintenance of Amenities: The builder will ensure all amenities provided are maintained in a clean, tidy, and serviceable condition. They will be kept free of accumulated or deposited materials, obstructions, or hazards that may affect a person’s health or safety |
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Site Security
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Where a perimeter fence is not used, before leaving the site unattended at any time, sub-contractors are to ensure that any hazards associated with their work are to be effectively secured from the effects of weather or intervention by unauthorised visitors. Barricading is to be considered when the construction site is next to schools, public places, high volume of pedestrian traffic. Where a perimeter fence is used, hazards associated with their work are to be similarly secured as well as all site access points. Access ladders are to be locked away or taken off site. Sub-contractors’ are to ensure nothing is stored or placed outside the site boundary or fence unless the builder has approved such storage in writing. Contractors are to maintain the barricading when it is in place. |
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PUBLIC SAFETY
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Please ensure:
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Fall Protection |
Where a fall height of 3 m or more is possible such as at change of levels, balconies, first floor stair voids or the like, a suitable barricade in the form of handrail, balustrade or similar, will be erected. Sub-contractors are to preserve the integrity of the barricade and ensure that all gates and access points are secured before leaving the site unattended. |
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Risk to other persons
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Sub-contractors are to ensure that adequate precautions are in place to avoid any risk of injury or illness to other trades on site or members of the public. Vehicles parked on footpaths, materials left on the footpath, waste or materials leaving the site all must be considered. |
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Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
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Sub-contractors are to provide a SWMS for any high risk activity which may include the following activities-
Procedures outlined in the SWMS must be followed. Any departure can only be made after consultation and agreement with the principal contractor and all personnel involved with the activity. |
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Workers Competency |
Sub-contractors are to ensure that where licenses and certificates of competency are required to perform work, any employees or trade contractors they may use, will have proof of those qualifications or competencies. Any people employed or other contractors engaged are to be sufficiently trained and skilled to perform the work in a healthy and safe manner. |
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Warning Signs
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When working where hazardous situations occur such as in locations where there is a risk of being struck by falling objects, sub-contractors are to display appropriate warning signs. Warning signs are to be displayed so that they are clearly visible to any persons who are approaching the area in which the hazardous situation exists. E.g.: Danger Construction site do not enter / Workers above / Nail Gun in Use. |
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Emergency and First Aid
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Sub-contractors are to ensure that they have adequate first aid equipment in their vehicle. This first aid kit will be adequate for the type of injuries that could occur while performing their work. Sub-contractors must instruct all team members in emergency procedures applicable to each site. Emergency contacts are listed at the front of this Plan. First Aid Kits must be to the Australian Standard 2004 for Construction Sites. A first aid report form can be located on the web site under “forms” plan, any incident which requires first aid treatment must be recorded and provided to the builder. |
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Rubbish and Waste
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Skip Bins are supplied by the builder, if the skip bin is full or requires emptying, contact the site supervisor. Place all excess building materials into the skip bin as soon as possible. Place all empty food and drink containers into the skip bin. At the end of days work:
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Materials
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Where sub-contractors materials and equipment are to be delivered and stored on site arrangements are to be made with the principal contractor to ensure they are stored on site in a manner that is secure and does not cause injury or illness. More specifically, lightweight materials are to be secured so they are not blown over or away, and that fragile materials are stored and moved so they do not create additional hazards. |
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Appropriate items of PPE are to be used where it is not practical to control risk of injury or illness by other means. Further to this, hard hats are to be worn when there is a risk of injury to the head, for example when working underneath other trades. Appropriate protective footwear is to be worn at all times. When selecting footwear, particular attention is to be given to the suitability for the activity being undertaken. Enclosed Safety footwear must be worn at all times. |
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Stability |
While the structure is being built, sub-contractors are to ensure that their work is secured as necessary and does not adversely affect its stability. They are to ensure that the structure remains stable and secure from a collapse, which may be caused by: weather, wind, subsidence, construction loads, live loads, or the premature removal of temporary bracing or temporary propping. |
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Protrusions |
Where they are a hazard, sub-contractors are to ensure that sharp objects such as protruding tie-down bolts; reinforcing rods and mesh; bars; steel, copper and plastic tubing, metal flashing, wall ties etc. are removed, bent over or covered to eliminate or reduce risk of injury |
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Ultra violet light
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Sub-contractors are to ensure that their team members wear adequate clothing, and use methods such as hats and sunscreen, as protection from the effects of working in the sun. |
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Light |
Where work is to be undertaken in areas where insufficient light may cause injury sub-contractors are to arrange additional lighting |
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Electrical.
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Where our sites are provided with a 240 volt power supply it will comply with the wiring rules and electrical COP, including protection by a Residual Current Device (RCD). Where sub-contractors are distributing power to several tools the distribution board must have its own RCD. Where sub-contractors provide their own generator it must be fitted with its own, hardwired RCD. Hire units should be checked to ensure they comply Sub-contractors are to maintain compliance with the applicable standards and electrical COP and make sure that:
Extra protection for or relocation of power leads is to be provided as required in areas of high traffic. In all cases relating to electrical, the AS/NS 3012:2003 will be adhered to:
If working near live parts- minimum safe distances are:
Nine meters clear of high voltage power lines on poles or towers. |
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Ladders
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Ladders used on our sites are to be of an industrial standard complying with AS 1892 – Portable ladders, with a minimum load rating of 120 kg. Guidelines outlined in WorkCover Safety guide No 4503 – Portable Ladders are to be followed and sub-contractors are to ensure that:
Ladder are industrial standard. |
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Working Platforms on Trestle Systems
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Trestle systems used on our sites must be erected in accordance with manufacturer or supplier’s instructions, and good practice, as outlined in AS 6001. Sub-contractors must ensure that:
Trestles are placed on a firm surface or sole plates, to maximize stability. |
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Working Platforms on Scaffolds
Scaffolding
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When sub-contractors use or supply scaffolding it must be erected and/or used in accordance with the manufacturer or supplier’s instructions, and good practice, as outlined in AS 1576 or AS 4576. When scaffolding is to be loaded with materials, the scaffolding will be capable of supporting the applicable loading, heavy, medium or light duty as outlined in Australian Standard 1576. Scaffolding must be erected as near as reasonable to level and be fully decked when in use. Any scaffold must be erected in accordance with:
While erecting, altering or dismantling the scaffolding, the subcontractor must: Install it systematically to manufactures specification, including all braces, ties etc.
To dismantle a scaffold, use the above steps in the reverse order. |
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Tools, Plant and equipment
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Sub-contractors’ tools and equipment used on our sites are to be checked on a daily basis to ensure that where appropriate the guards are fitted and working effectively. All sub-contractors should keep a register of all their plant on site and if any plant or equipment is damaged, it must be removed from service and tagged “out of service” or similar. Drop saws to be set up at waist height, before use. All equipment must be in good condition, be serviced and maintained as per the manufactures’ requirements. |
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Manual Handling
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Sub-contractors are to ensure that their team members are aware of and follow good manual handling techniques and risk assessment procedures as outlined in the Code of Practice. When lifting awkward and heavy items, we will endeavour to use mechanical aids. Where this is not practical we will consider team lifting.
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Trenching and Excavation
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When creating or working in trenches or excavations on our sites, the subcontractor responsible must ensure that an adequate system of safety is in place, involving as appropriate, shoring, earth retention equipment or other measures to control risks to health and safety arising from one or more of the following:
As required by OHS Regulation 2001, when working in excavations subcontractors must ensure that: for excavations with a depth of 1 metre or more, a competent person inspects the work at intervals determined by a risk assessment having regard to the particular work and nature of the material being excavated and for excavations with a depth greater than 1.5 metres subcontractors must provide the principal contractor with a Safe Work Method Statement for the activity and safe means of access and egress to and from trenches or excavations is provided. |
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Work near Mobile Plant
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OHS Regulation 2001 classifies construction work near mobile plant, such as concrete pumps and excavating machinery, as “High risk construction work”. As required by the Regulation, we will provide the principal contractor with a Safe Work Method Statement for those activities. Controls for the Safe Operation of Plant The use of specific measures to eliminate or minimize identified risks should involve the selection of the most effective control measures based on a risk assessment. The following are some of the control measures that should be considered:
Safe work methods and vehicles movement procedures are required under the WPHS Act and will assist in ensuring the safety of workers and the public around moving plant. Workers should be consulted during the development of the WMS and the vehicle movement procedures, and receive instruction on the procedures. All operators of mobile plant will be trained in Safe Operating Procedures of the mobile plant. |
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Activities of other plant, cranes and machines
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Sub-contractors must follow the safety instructions of drivers or licensed operators of plant. They are to maintain an awareness of and a safe distance from such activities. All mobile Plant and Machinery must supply a Safe Work Method Statement before work commences. Because cranes and mechanical lifting gear are used to handle excessively heavy loads, there is always potential for injury to the operator and others. Before the operation begins the builder or his representative will assess the equipment, its location, setting up and intended use. The builder or his representative will ensure:
Hazards to be aware of are:
Where necessary the builder or his representative, will supply a competent person as a “spotter” for the operator. |
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Confined Spaces
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The supervisor shall examine the confined spaces that exist at the worksite and, as necessary, develop detailed instructions for safe entry and working therein using these instructions as guidelines. Definitions: Confined spaces are any space:
Conditions of Entry or Re-entry: Before Entry, or Re-Entry into a confined space, the Supervisor must assess the situation and determine which hazards exist and/or could exist. These could include one of the following:
Action List:
Obtain management support to provide a safe working environment |
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Environmental
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Subcontractors have the following environmental responsibilities:
All excess paints, washing of painting tools must not enter the gutters |
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES All trades must have a Hazardous Chemical Register on site, with their relevant Safety Data Sheets
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SAFETY DATA SHEETS ARE TO BE KEPT AND MAINTAIN BY THE RELEVANT PERSONS SUPPLYING AND USING CHEMICALS ON SITE. |
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In all cases of poisoning contact the Poisons Hotline……………. 13 11 26 |
If using a hazardous substance on the site, the subcontractor has the following obligations:
- Obtain the hazardous substance’s Safety Data Sheet – suppliers must legally supply SDS ON request.
- Perform a risk assessment on the use of the hazardous substance and keep a record.
- Train any persons who will be using the hazardous substance in its safe use.
- Keep a register containing a list of all hazardous substances.
- Advise the builder that they propose to use the hazardous substances on site.
- Prepare a Work Method Statement for the use of the hazardous substances and provide this to the builder before starting work.
TRAINING, LICENSING, and other REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS |
Contractors |
Each contractor will manage their own workers with a health and safety management system, which will include an updated and current Safe Work Method Statement. Each worker will be competent in their tasks, have the appropriate certification, licensing and qualifications. |
Construction Induction Card |
All persons who are working on this site MUST be the holder of a Construction Induction Card, or the equivalent induction card. |
Site Induction Training |
By accessing the Q.R code from the signage onsite, you acknowledge the site safety rules, construction safety plan which forms the site induction for each site. If unsure always refer to the Queensland Legislation or the Builder. |
Health and Safety Training |
Where licensing, certification or other similar recognition of training is required, details of licensing or certification will be available to the builder on request. |
Plant, Mobile Machinery and Equipment |
All mobile plant, machinery or equipment on site will maintained with all safety mechanisms to be in good working order. All mobile plant, machinery and plant will be operated as per the manufacturer’s instructions or as per the Safe Work Procedure. |
Site Reviews |
Regular site audits will be conducted by TOTAL SAFE SERVICES these will be documented and available to the builder. The builder or his representative (Supervisor) will conduct regular site audits and report any infringements to the builder. |