CONSTRUCTION SAFETY PLAN

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

P.C.B. U

BUNDY HOMES Pty Ltd 

A.B. N

82 063 979 242

Q.B.C.C

66387

Address of P.C.B. U

Commerce North , Office 1, 51 Perry Street, North Bundaberg, 4670

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. 

 

  1. All aspects of the WHS Act and Regulations 2011 will be strictly enforced.
  2. All persons onsite will be competent in their job descriptions.
  3. The construction safety plan can be access by the Q.R code located on signage at front of the building which may be access at any time.
  4. Please make housekeeping a high priority on all sites and ensure all excess building materials, food scraps and drink containers are deposited into the skip bins provided at the end of each day.
  5. A Safe Work Method Statement will be required from subcontractors carrying out any high-risk activity, please ensure that all our employees and contractors conform to its requirements.
  6. You must provide and maintain a suitable First Aid Kit, which will be available on each site.
  7.  BUNDY HOMES will be advised of any reportable accident or incident within 24 hours.
  8. You will ensure all plant, machinery, tools, and ladders, etc are correct for each task and when required meet the Australian Standard for Construction sites.
  9. When workers are working at heights they will be experienced and competent in their tasks, all high-risk activities will have a SWMS, our employees and contractors will strictly adhere to.
  10. Workers are aware of the importance of correct manual handling procedures and will endeavour to put these into practice on all sites.
  11. Please ensure adequate supervision for all employees and contractors.
  12. All employees and contractors will treat each person with respect, instances of bullying, harassment or physical violence will not be tolerated.
  13. All electrical tools testing, tagging must be up to date
  14. Do not operate any plant unless authorised to do so
  15. Ensure the appropriate footwear – safety footwear to be worn which is relevant to the job description.
  16. Ensure the correct protective clothing is always being worn
  17. Persons affected by drugs and or alcohol are not permitted on the site.    

The wearing of Thongs onsite at any time is Prohibited

   

 

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS

Service

Phone

Ambulance

000 for emergency

131233 for non-emergencies

Fire Brigade

000 for emergency

41507999 for non-emergencies

Police

000 for emergency

41539111 for non-emergencies

Bundaberg Hospital

41521222

Poisons Information Centre

131126

Workplace Health and Safety Office

1300 362 128

 Safety Consultant- Darryl Rasmussen

0428 592 687

EMERGENCY PLAN AND CONTACTS

Emergency

Procedure

Fire

 

 

If fire is discovered:

  • Ensure that all persons are safe.
  • Only attack the fire if you feel it is safe to do so.
  • Always keep your back away from the fire.
  • The emergency evacuation point will be on the footpath of each dwelling.
  • Ensure the area is secure before leaving.

Ambulance

 

 

If an accident occurs:

  • Ensure the area is safe before assisting the victim.
  • Decide if an ambulance is required.
  • Call 000 stay on the line, use this service for instructions on what to do next.
  • If possible, place the victim in the recovery position.
  • Don’t leave the patient until help arrives.
  • If the victim is not breathing commence C.P.R immediately.
  • Ask someone else to go for the First Aid Kit.
  • Ask someone else to direct the ambulance to the victim.
  • Ensure the area is safe before leaving.

Electrical

If an electrical accident occurs:

  • Ensure the area is safe before assisting the victim.
  • Turn of the power if it is safe to do.
  • Decide if an ambulance is required.
  • Call 000 stay on the line, use this service for instructions on what to do next.
  • If possible, place the victim in the recovery position.
  • Don’t leave the patient until help arrives.
  • If the victim is not breathing commence C.P.R immediately.
  • Ask someone else to direct the ambulance to the victim.
  • Contact the electrical provider if required.
  • Ensure the area is safe before leaving.

Poison

If poisoning occurs:

  • Secure the area and the poison.
  • Determine the poison, find the required S.D.S
  • Contact the poison hot line.
  • Contact the ambulance.
  • Place the victim in a safe, cool area and watch constantly.
  • Don’t leave the victim, keep reassuring the patient.
  • Show the ambulance the poison and the S.D.S for it.
  • Ensure the area is safe before leaving.   

 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Principal Contractor

The principal contractor is responsible for:

  • Establishing and displaying builders’ signage as required by the Q.B.C.C.
  • Establishing hygienic facilities, supplying, and maintaining waste removal services.
  • Obtaining a Safe Work Method Statement from contractors for any high-risk construction work.
  • Managing the risks associated with the storage of building materials onsite.
  • Managing the risks associated with traffic management, mobile plant, and essential services.
  • Protecting the public with barricading, signage, regular audits, and information associated with each site.
  • Preparation, reviewing and revising of the Site-Specific Safety Management plan.
  • Informing relevant persons of the Site Safety Plan.

 

Site Supervisor

The site supervisor is responsible for:

  • Ensuring the contents of the site safety plan are adhered to always.
  • Ensuring access to the site safety plan.
  • Coordinating safe interaction between contractors, workers, delivery drivers and others.
  • Consulting with contractors and workers with safety onsite.
  • Confirming contractors have systems in place to provide site safety onsite.
  • Maintaining toilets and waste removal onsite.

 

Contractors

Contractors engaged by the principal contractor are responsible for:

  • Supplying a Safe Work Method Statement to the builder.
  • Identifying high risk construction activities associated with their work and activities and ensuring SWMS are developed and implemented.
  • Supervision of staff to ensure they comply with the SWMS.
  • Ensure workers are complying with the site safety rules.
  • Ensure the correct P.P.E is available and be worn as required for each task.
  • Adhering to all safety policies, procedures, and site rules always.
  • Complying with any direction given to them by the principal contractors or associates.
  • Complying with this Site Safety Plan.
  • Supplying and maintaining a First Aid Kit which is available to their workers.

 

Workers

Workers are responsible for:

  • Taking responsibility for their own health and safety while on the builder’s site.
  • Ensuring their actions do not adversely affect other workers, staff, or the public.
  • Complying with all written and verbal instructions or directions on site.
  • Always Complying with their employers SWMS.
  • Participating in the information and requirements of the Site Safety Plan.

 

Health and Safety representative

Health and safety representatives are responsible for:

  • Participating in consultation between the builder, site supervisor, contractors, or any other person to manage health and safety onsite.
  • Conducting site inspections or audits.
  • Participating in incident investigations or hazards reported (when required)

CONTROLS AND IMPLEMENTATION

 

Safety Issue

Method of Control

Amenities

 

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

Site Security

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.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

 

 

 

 Please ensure:

  • Building materials are not left on the footpath.
  • The skip bin and toilet are not on the footpath.
  • Do not park vehicles on the footpath, always leave clear.
  • No concrete slurry is allowed to escape the building site.
  • No excess building materials (plastic, timber, iron, etc) is allowed to escape the site.
  • Mobile plant and machinery to  giveway to all traffic when entering or leaving the site.

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.

Risk to other persons

 

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.

Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)

 

Sub-contractors are to provide a SWMS for any high risk activity which may include the following activities-

  1. Work involving structural alterations that require structural support.
  2. Work at a height above two meters.
  3. Work involving excavation to a depth greater than 1.5 meters.
  4. Demolition work for which a demolition license is not required.
  5. Work near traffic or involving the movement of powered mobile plant.
  6. Work in or around gas or electrical installations.
  7. Using a confined space.
  8. Using a hazardous substance
  9. Dust

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. 

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. 

Warning Signs

                                                     

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. 

Emergency and First Aid

                                                      

 

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

Rubbish and Waste

                                                                    

 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:

  • Sweep the building out and place rubbish into the skip bin.
  • Stack any building materials in a safe position.

Materials

 

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.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

 

 

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.

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.

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

Ultra violet light

 

 

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.   

Light

 Where work is to be undertaken in areas where insufficient light may cause injury sub-contractors are to arrange additional lighting

Electrical.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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:

  • All extension leads, portable tools and electrical equipment operating above 32 volts are tested and tagged as required by the electrical COP
  • Portable electrical equipment will be of an industrial standard.
  • Power leads are located so as not to create a hazard and to minimise the risk of damage. They are to be kept away from water, checked daily for damage and repaired as required.

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:

  • All tools and Leads must be checked and tagged every 3 months.
  • Meter box doors must be kept shut, with leads up through the bottom.
  • Leads must be tied to the tie bar.
  • Double adaptors and domestic power boards are illegal on a construction site.
  • Check lead lengths for voltage drop.
  • R.C.D must be checked every day.

 If working near live parts- minimum safe distances are:

  • One metre clear of house supply from pole in street to building or structure connection (240-415v)
  • Three metres clear of power lines in the street.

Nine meters clear of high voltage power lines on poles or towers. 

Ladders

 

 

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:

  • Ladders are secured, where necessary, to prevent movement during use.
  • Precautions are taken for the base stability of ladders, particularly on soft or uneven soils.
  • Ladders are maintained in a sound working condition.
  • Ladders will be secured at the top as a minimum.
  • Ladders are not to be used as a working platform.
  • Extend at least 1 meter above the surface.
  • Not be used to support a platform (e.g. Planks)

Ladder are industrial standard. 

Working Platforms on Trestle Systems

 

 

 

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:

  • Platforms are erected as near as reasonable to level, and are stepped rather than sloped.
  • Platforms and trestle systems are kept in good and sound condition.
  • When working over 3metres the gap between the planks and working surface must be less than 225mm.
  • Trestle must be braced to the wall or by bracing poles.
  • The platform must be unobstructed along its length and no higher than five meters.

Trestles are placed on a firm surface or sole plates, to maximize stability.

Working Platforms on Scaffolds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scaffolding

 

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:

  • A scaffold plan-copy to be provided to the principal contractor.
  • The provisions of the QUEENSLAND WPHS Act / Regulations and the Scaffolding Advisory Standard.
  • Any person erecting scaffolding where a person or object could fall four metres or more must be a ticketed scaffolder and hold the certificate of competency. The builder will record these details.
  • The person responsible for the erection of any scaffold over 4 metres in height must provide the builder with a “hand over” certificate; this will be kept on site, with a Scaftag completed an attached at the stairs.
  • Any person performing scaffold work on site, regardless of height, must be competent to do so.

While erecting, altering or dismantling the scaffolding, the subcontractor must:

 Install it systematically to manufactures specification, including all braces, ties etc.

  • Ensure each hazard that a person may fall into (bricks, reinforcing steel or material/rubbish) is identified, assessed and controlled.
  • Use a platform at least 450mm wide along the full length of the section to erect components to the level above.
  • Install edge protection as soon as each section has enough components in place to allow it.
  • Provide a means of safe access to the level the scaffolding has reached, before the next level of scaffolding is erected.

To dismantle a scaffold, use the above steps in the reverse order. 

Tools, Plant and equipment

 

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

Manual Handling

 

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.

  • Use mechanical aids where possible
  • Ensure your back is in the upright position.
  • Use your legs to do the lifting not your back
  • Keep work areas tidy to avoid tripping hazards.

Trenching and Excavation

 

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:

  1. the fall or dislodgement of earth, rock or other material from a height of more than 1.5 meters or
  2. the instability of the excavation or any adjoining structure or
  3. the inrush of water or
  4. the placement of excavated material or
  5. instability due to persons or  plant working adjacent to the excavation or
  6. Unplanned contact with electricity cables, gas mains or other utility services.
  7. All excavations should be clearly marked with a barrier.

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. 

Work near Mobile Plant

 

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:

  • Isolating vehicles and plant from persons on site
  • Using fencing, barriers, barricades, temporary warning or control signs
  • Planning the direction that plant moves, so visibility is not restricted
  • Implementing safe working distances using clear communication systems
  • Minimizing amount of plant  working at one time
  • Using demarcation lines or zones
  • Using audible reversing alarms
  • Using reversing sensors
  • Using reversing cameras
  • Using flashing lights
  • Using high visibility garments
  • Using spotters or observers.

 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. 

Activities of other plant, cranes and machines

 

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:

  • The crane and equipment is adequate for the job
  • The crane operator has appropriate Certificate.
  • Doggers and Riggers have appropriate Certificate.
  • The crane components are properly maintained.
  • Persons will not be struck by the crane.

  Hazards to be aware of are:

  • Walkways, power lines
  • Trenches, pits
  • Unstable surfaces, steep gradients
  • Projecting objects and other vehicles.

    Where necessary the builder or his representative, will supply a competent person as a “spotter” for the operator. 

Confined Spaces

 

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:

  • From which there is no ready and/or safe escape for a person if they become inadvertently locked inside, or if a dangerous situation develops while a person is inside; and/or
  • Which contains or has contained an harmful substance or any harmful fumes or substances capable  of producing these fumes; or
  • Which contains, has contained, is made of, lined or coated with any substance or substances capable of causing the amount of oxygen to be reduced to a dangerous extent. 

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:

  • Explosion and/or fire hazard
  • Extreme temperature (hot or cold)
  • Insufficient air for breathing
  • Electric Shock
  • Insufficient lighting
  • Obstructions
  • Noise
  • Dust

Action List:

  • Isolate the space from all sources, which can supply harmful substances or fumes.
  • Make regular checks to ensure that the atmosphere remains safe and ensure that workers entering the confined space are appropriately trained for the task.
  • Whenever possible, provide more than one means of exit or escape so that an alternative escape route is available in the event of danger arising.
  • Ensure that workers concerned shall be instructed in the emergency procedures, which should be observed in the particular situation.
  • Arrange for the provision of Protective Equipment as appropriate.
  • Wear Dust masks.
  • Wear Eye protection.
  • Wear appropriate clothing.
  • Provide adequate lighting in confined spaces.
  •  Brief all staff and subcontractors at the beginning of work, making them aware of all the safety issues.

Obtain management support to provide a safe working environment

Environmental

 

 

Subcontractors have the following environmental responsibilities:

  • Maintain silt fence- alise with builder on position.
  • Sweep up spilt materials on a road, footpath, and gutter as soon as possible during operations, inclement weather or before leaving job site.
  • Keep dirt etc out of gravelled areas.
  • Do not track dirt onto road.
  • Temporey down pipes to be maintained
  • Ensure water from brick cutters etc is not entering gutters.
  • Dust must be contained

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

 

 

           SAFETY DATA SHEETS ARE TO BE KEPT AND MAINTAIN BY THE RELEVANT PERSONS SUPPLYING AND USING CHEMICALS ON SITE.

 

 

 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 rulesconstruction 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.