Site WH&S Requirements
Listen to this TopicRoles and Responsibilities of Site Supervisor
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Form – Training Skills Matrix
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The Site Supervisor/Foreman is responsible for safety on the project and duties include:
• Implementing the company Health Safety & Rehabilitation procedures
• Observing all safety requirements and Statutory rules and regulations
• Ensuring all works are conducted in a manner safe and without risk to Worker health and safety
• Planning to do all work safely
• Providing advice and assistance on safety to all Workers
• Participating in the planning and design stages of trade activities
• Ensuring current safety training programs in advance and allow for Workers identified as requiring training to attend the training
• Actioning safety reports and carrying out workplace inspections
• Preparing and participating in safety meetings and safety programs
• Facilitating the preparation of Safe Work Method Statements for the trade
• Insisting and ensuring on safe work practices at all times
• Investigating hazard reports and ensuring corrective actions are undertaken
• Conducting toolbox talks and daily team briefings
• Participating in accident/incident investigations
• Leading by example and promoting safety at every opportunity
• Supervising and ensuring compliance with safe work procedures
• Providing suitable employment to assist rehabilitation initiatives
• Stimulating a high level of safety awareness at all times
SWMS, WH&S Management Plans
Safety plans shall be prepared by the supervisor in consultation with workers, Principal Contractor, and other stakeholders to ensure all activities are managed safely. The processes identified in these documents shall be communicated to all workers and the workers indicate their understanding of these requirements by counter-signing the documents.
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