Site Assessment (Monitor & Review)

• The Site Supervisor will perform a Daily Inspection to perform this task.
• The Safety Committee will conduct walk through inspections monthly.

Induction Record

I, the Undersigned Worker acknowledge that:  

• I have been instructed in the use of the PPE itemised below, 
• I have been Consulted and/or Trained in the Procedures listed in this document, 
• I understand the Instructions I have been given. 
• I agree to work in accordance with the Instructions discussed with me and outlined in this document.  
• If in doubt, I will request clarification from my Supervisor. 
• I will be aware of my Work Area and report all Hazards and Incidents. 
• I acknowledge that I am responsible for my actions and their consequences. 

Site Rules

For Inclusion in the Induction:

• Everyone must report to the Site Office.
• All workers must comply with the WH&S Act & Regulation and Codes of Practice.
• All workers must complete an Induction prior to Work Commencement.
• All workers must hold a current White Card.
• Workers who participate in High-Risk tasks must be trained and assessed by VOC as Competent.
• All workers shall participate in the daily Toolbox Talk.
• No smoking on site.
• No loud radios on site.
• No pets on site.
• All Site Signage MUST be obeyed.
• No person shall interfere with any safety equipment unless trained & approved to do so.
• Safe Manual Handling Procedures shall be adhered to. If working with Asbestos, Chemicals, or Silica the appropriate Awareness Training MUST be completed.
• No worker shall perform Traffic Control Works unless they are the holder of a licence.
• Tools and equipment shall be checked daily before use.
• Any worker not “FIT FOR WORK” shall be denied access to site.

Amenities

• Amenities shall be used for their intended purpose.
• Lunch shall be undertaken in the designated areas.
• Food scraps shall be placed in sealed bins provided.
• Ensure the area is left clean.
• Where fridges are provided, contents other than condiments shall be removed weekly.
• Workers shall have a drinking water container within 30 metres at any time.

Plant

• All Plant Operators must produce a current VOC for the machine operated.
• Plant Pre-Starts shall be conducted daily prior to use and at change of shift.
• Plant shall only be used for the purpose intended by the Manufacturer.
• Plant shall have current Service History, SWMS, SOP, Operators Manuals with the machine.
• Dust Suppression shall be used where required.
• Silt barriers shall be used where excess water is used for completion of a task.
• DIAL B 4 U Dig is Mandatory for all excavation exceeding 300 mm.
• Where working in the vicinity of overhead services maintain separation of 3.000 unless an approved spotter is used.
• At end of day plant shall be stored in a designated area that reduces the risk of unauthorised use or interference with the plant.
• When not in use, plant shall be parked to minimise disruption to other work and the machine turned off.

High Risk Construction Activities

• A SWMS is required for all High-Risk Construction activities prior to commencement.
• Appropriate PPE shall be worn as signed or as per SWMS.
• Workers shall be trained in the use of that PPE
• All work shall be performed as per SWMS.
• The Supervisor shall ensure work is carried out as per SWMS.
• If in doubt STOP, ASK, Risk Assess.
• If work processes change, there is an accident or change in site conditions, or composition of the team the SWMS shall be reviewed.
• If you suspect the presence of Asbestos, STOP and report to your Supervisor.

Electrical

• All electrical equipment shall have current Test & Tag.
• All power used form the grid shall be passed through a tested RCD.
• No lead shall exceed total length of 25 metres without electrician’s approval.

Lifting equipment shall have current Test & Tag

Hazardous Chemicals 

can be brought onto site only with SDS, Risk Assessment and be recorded as approved in the Hazchem Register

Heights:

• Work at Heights shall only be performed by trained personnel.
• Only Platform Ladders may be used to perform work.
• All ladders must be industrial grade, be inspected, on stable ground and secured where necessary. 

Permit to work shall be obtained for:

• Excavation
• Plant Use
• Heights
• Hot Work
• Live Electrical Work
• Confined Space
• Asbestos Removal
• Use of Hazardous Chemicals
• Work over Water
• Work Beside Roads

Housekeeping

• Housekeeping is the responsibility of those creating the mess.
• Use designated Waste Areas.
• Where possible Waste shall be recycled.

All accidents & incidents SHALL be reported. 

Unacceptable Behaviour: 

• Bullying
• Harassment
• Sexual Harassment
• Loud Swearing or Abuse
• Practical Jokes that may result In Injury
• Assault
• Cultural or Religious Discrimination

BREACH OF THE ABOVE RULES MAY RESULT IN IMMEDIATE BANNING FROM SITE AND OR TERMINATION 

This Safety Management Plan has been prepared prior to commencement of the project. 

Consultation

Consultation has been undertaken by way of toolbox talks with: 

• Other PCBU where there are multiple PCBU on site. 
• HSR & HSCX where appointed. 
• Management, site supervisor and workers where appropriate. 
• Client, other stakeholders where appropriate. 

The consultation has included: 

• Sharing of relevant information. 
• Reasonable opportunity for workers to share their views and raise issues. 
• Reasonable opportunity for workers to contribute to the decision-making process. 
• A process for taking workers’ views into account, and 
• A process for notifying workers of outcomes. 

High Risk Construction Work 

High risk construction work means construction work that:

• involves a risk of a person falling more than 2m; or 
• is carried out on a telecommunication tower; or 
• involves demolition of an element of a structure that is load bearing or otherwise related to the physical integrity of the structure; or 
• involves, or is likely to involve, the disturbance of asbestos; or 
• involves structural alterations or repairs that require temporary support to prevent collapse; or 
• is carried out in or near a confined space; or 
• is carried out in or near:
  • a shaft or trench with an excavated depth greater than 1.5m; or 
  • a tunnel; or 
• involves the use of explosives; or 
• is carried out on or near pressurised gas distribution mains or piping; or 
• is carried out on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines; or 
• is carried out on or near energised electrical installations or services; or 
• is carried out in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere; or 
• involves tilt-up or precast concrete; or 
• is carried out on, in or adjacent to a road, railway, shipping lane or other traffic corridor that is in use by traffic other than pedestrians; or 
• is carried out in an area at a workplace in which there is any movement of powered mobile plant; or 
• is carried out in an area in which there are artificial extremes of temperature; or 
• is carried out in or near water or other liquid that involves a risk of drowning; or 
• involves diving work. 

HSR, HSC, Work Groups

Where 5 or more workers make a representation to the PCBU that a HSR should be appointed then the PCBU shall follow the process to elect a HSR as identified in the Company Policy & procedures Manual. Where a HSR has been requested then the PCBU shall discuss with workers the need to establish Work groups to represent different parts of the business with varying tasks. 

Incidents & Accidents

 In the event of an incident refer to the Emergency Management plan. 

All incidents shall be reported to the  

• Supervisor 
• PCBU 
• Site Principal Contractor 
• Safework in the event of lost time or a dangerous event. 

The incident shall be investigated in accordance with the Company Policy & procedures Manual. 

Inductions

All workers shall undertake various inductions as outlined in the Company Policy & procedures Manual: 

• General Construction Induction Course (white card) 
• Company induction. 
• Site induction to include. 
• Site rules 
• Content of the WHS Management plan 
• SWMS relevant to their work. 
• Consultation processes. 
• Incident reporting. 
• Task induction. 

Retention of Documents

A copy of the plan will be kept for the duration of the construction project or, in the event of a notifiable incident, for a period of at least 2 years. 

Roles & Responsibilities

Roles & Responsibilities of relevant person for WHS 

PCBU & IMS Manager

• shall provide reasonable instruction. 
• Shall proved resources for the project. 
• Shall undertake consultation with workers, stakeholders and other PCBU. 
• Implement the company Health Safety & Rehabilitation procedures. 
• Observe all safety requirements and Statutory rules and regulations. 
• Ensure all works are conducted in a manner safe and without risk to Worker health and safety. 
• Plan to do all work safely. 
• Provide advice and assistance on safety to all Workers. 
• Participate in the planning and design stages of trade activities. 
• Ensure current safety training programs in advance and allow for Workers identified as requiring training to attend the training. 
• Action safety reports and carrying out workplace inspections. 
• Prepare and participating in safety meetings and safety programs. 
• Facilitate the preparation of Safe Work Method Statements for the trade. 
• Insist and ensure safe work practices. 
• Investigate hazard reports and ensuring corrective actions are undertaken. 
• Conduct toolbox talks and daily team briefings. 
• Participate in accident/incident investigations. 
• Lead by example and promoting safety at every opportunity. 
• Supervise and ensuring compliance with safe work procedures. 
• Provide suitable employment to assist rehabilitation initiatives. 
• Stimulate a high level of safety awareness. 

Site Supervisor

• shall provide reasonable instruction. 
• Shall undertake consultation with workers, stakeholders and other PCBU. 
• Observe all safety requirements and Statutory rules and regulations. 
• Ensure all works are conducted in a manner safe and without risk to Worker health and safety. 
• Plan to do all work safely. 
• Provide advice and assistance on safety to all Workers. 
• Participate in the planning and design stages of trade activities. 
• Action safety reports and carrying out workplace inspections. 
• Prepare and participating in safety meetings and safety programs. 
• Facilitate the preparation of Safe Work Method Statements for the trade. 
• Insist and ensure safe work practices. 
• Investigate hazard reports and ensuring corrective actions are undertaken. 
• Conduct toolbox talks and daily team briefings. 
• Participate in accident/incident investigations. 
• Lead by example and promoting safety at every opportunity. 
• Supervise and ensuring compliance with safe work procedures. 
• Stimulate a high level of safety awareness. 

Workers 

• Shall follow reasonable direction form the PCBU. 
• Shall not wilfully injure themselves or others. 
• Shall not interfere with anything provided for the WH&S of workers and others. 
• Shall report all incidents, hazards and dangerous events to their supervisor. 

Review of the Safety Plan

This plan shall be reviewed in the following circumstances. 

• Dangerous event. 
• Lost time injury. 
• The HSR or HSC requires a review. 
• Receipt of a Regulator issued notice. 
• The project continues for more than 12 months. 

SWMS  

The SWMS shall be provided for all high-risk construction activities, discussed, and work performed in accordance with that SWMS. The site supervisor shall ensure work is performed in accordance with the SWMS as described in the Company Policy & procedures Manual. A SWMS shall  

• identify the high-risk construction work to which it applies. 
• identify the foreseeable hazards and risks. 
• identify the control measures to be implemented. 
• describe how control measures are to be implemented, monitored, and reviewed. 
• has been set out and expressed in a way that is readily accessible and understandable to the workers that will be required to use it. 
• SWMS will be kept for the duration of the construction project or, in the event of a notifiable incident, for a period of at least 2 years. 

Training & Competency

All workers shall undertake the training relevant to their task, hold any required licences, provide evidence of that training, and produce a VOC as relevant in accordance with the Company Policy & procedures Manual.