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Safer by Association 2dec22
Safer by Association 2dec22
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Disclaimer: Whilst all reasonable care has been taken in preparing the audit, MPA cannot accept any
liability in relation to the recommendations or guidance made within it. Compliance with any such
recommendation or guidance does not absolve the user from his legal duties under the Health and Safety
at Work etc Act 1974 to form his own site specific assessment of his workplaces and operations and to
provide accordingly for such matters. Responsibility for Health and Safety remains with the MPA Member
company.
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Aims and Objectives Instruction for use.
To print ALL sheets. Go to printing option. Under the ‘print what’
option, select ‘entire workbook’, then OK.
‘Safer by Association’ is a tool to assist MPA member companies in Entering Scores. Data entry points are in the light yellow shaded
auditing their Health and Safety systems. Free to MPA Members, column on the right hand side. If a question is not applicable, type NA,
‘SbA’ is offered as a standalone audit that can be carried out in- this ensures that the graphic displays an NA (and avoids treating it as a
house, although member companies are encouraged to take the zero score on the graphic) Scores are;
option of third-party auditing.
· 0 for a red rating (below standard)
Third party auditing provides an independent view of the · 1 for an amber rating (minimum standard)
effectiveness of a health and safety system and implementation on · 2 for a green rating (good practice)
the ground. It will help to identify priority areas on which to focus.
There are two potential third party audit options.
· One day sample audit to identify key areas that require
improvements in addition to an indication of how these can be
achieved.
· Comprehensive, multi day audits to identify all shortcomings
and provide an Action Plan.
General layout Totals; at the end of each audit section, there is a summary table that
automatically generates totals from the score entered in the light
The SbA spreadsheet comprises the following pages: yellow boxes.
1. Cover page. User to type Site Name, Auditor Details, and Date. Graphic. Please note that the radar graph only provides a general
This is necessary to auto-generate page headings indication of performance. The closer the radar approaches the
2. Readme. This contains instructions for the SbA Audit outside of the graph (green perimeter), the better the performance.
3. Contents However, within acceptable group score, be aware that there may be
4. Audit Pages a ‘hidden’ red score that requires urgent action, for example, a
serious shortcoming such as confined space entry that needs to be
Five generic sections plus a sector specific section. addressed urgently.
Scores must be entered (in the yellow shaded boxes)
Where ‘NA’ is displayed alongside a label on the graph, this indicates
1. 0 for a red rating (below standard) that one of the questions in the Group has been scored as ‘Not
2. 1 for an amber rating (minimum standard) Applicable’.
3. 2 for a green rating (good practice)
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Contacts;
5. Graphic Page; at a glance visual representation of scores
6. Summary list of RED Rated Scores (below standard) answers Questions, problems? Contact Tony Entwistle or Colin Mew.
that require priority attention.
tony.entwistle@mineralproducts.org
colin.mew@mineralproducts.org
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CONTENTS
1. Management Policy and Vision Policy Setting 3. Communication and Planning Communication
Leadership Planning and Setting Standards
Accountability and Responsibility
4. Organisation and Training Safety Representatives
2. Operational Standards and Procedures The Risk Management Process Safety Committee
Fire SHE Information
Confined Spaces Training
Manual Handling
Working Time Regulations 5. Audit, Monitor and Review Sample Fixed Plant Inspection
Lone Workers Measuring Performance
Tools and Equipment Inspections, Audits and Reviews
Structral Survey Incidents
Plant
Working at Height 6. Quarry Specific Management
Isolation and Guarding Health and Safety Document
PPE Excavations and Tips
Vehicles Drilling and Blasting
Drivers Mobile Plant
Workplace Other Quarry Specific
Slips,Trips and Falls
Occupational Health
Drug and Alcohol
Material Delivery and Tipping
Electrical Services
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Risk Assessment The appropriate individuals have not The appropriate individuals have and have received refresher training at least on a two yearly
Training received training in risk assessment received training in risk assessment basis. 0
There is no ‘stop and think’ and employees are trained in hazard awareness and risk
procedure in place (i.e. employees assessment so that they can identify unsafe conditions. They
There is a ‘stop and think’ procedure
Safety Psychology are not obliged to consider the risk of
in place.
are empowered such that they would not commence a task 0
any task on which they are about to that they considered hazardous. Supervisors (and everyone)
proceed). can detect and stop unsafe acts and/or risk behaviours.
Observations and remedial actions:
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Risk assessments and safe working
practices are not subject to review
and amendment (e.g. periodically, as
Risk assessments and safe working
technology changes, following the and revised information is distributed within the area and
Review
introduction of new legislation,
practices are subject to review and
across disciplines. 0
amendment.
before changes are introduced,
before work recommences, after
tasks have been completed etc).
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Fire
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Lone Workers
Lone workers have not been Lone workers have been identified
Lone workers identified or risk assessments have and risk assessments have been and control measures have been put in place. 0
not been carried out for them. carried out for them.
Observations and remedial actions:
Tools and Equipment
Tools and
Equipment; No management and inspection A management and inspection and this tracks tools to ensure that they remain in good
Management and regime is in place. regime is in place. condition. Only the correct tools are used for the job. 0
Inspection
Observations and remedial actions:
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Structural survey
with managed close out of any actions identified. A structural
Structural survey There is no structural survey. There is a structural survey.
report is obtained whenever damage is done. 0
Plant
Plant has not been maintained or any Plant has been maintained and any
Maintenance and ans there is a written maintenance schedule and plant is
Integrity
modifications have not been modifications have been approved by
included in the inspection scheme. 0
approved by a competent person. a competent person.
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Other safety devices (e.g. high level
and remedial actions are taken if appropriate. Devices are
alarms, interlocked guards,
Other safety devices are regularly maintained and calibrated. Safety devices are not regularly
Other Safety Devices automatic shut off valves, pressure
tested and recorded. activated as part of normal working practice (e.g. high level 0
relief valves etc) are not regularly
alarms only operate in an emergency situation).
tested.
Observations and remedial actions:
PPE
There is no site specific PPE risk There is a site specific PPE
and employees are aware of what PPE is required for specific
PPE Assessment assessment (and where appropriate assessment, it is up to date and
tasks. 0
task specific PPE risk assessment). effective.
Observations and remedial actions:
There is signage for specific hazards and this takes account of
PPE Signage There is no signage
noise and dust surveys. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
and it's use is enforced (and documented), provision is made
PPE Provision, PPE is provided and signed for and for it's storage and ensuring that it is in good condition, for
Condition and Inadequate PPE is provided. employees have received training in example by regular inspections. PPE meets the appropriate 0
Storage its use. standard and face fit tests have been undertaken (where
appropriate).
Observations and remedial actions:
Vehicles
and vehicles are suitable for their allotted task. Suitable safety
There are vehicle rules, which
devices have been fitted (e.g. FOPS, ROPS, visibility aids for
Vehicle Rules There are no vehicle rules. include daily checks, inspections and
reversing, seat belts, cyclist warning/detection systems etc) 0
defect reporting systems.
and are used. Vehicles are well maintained.
Observations and remedial actions:
Restrictions (e.g. due to height,
Restrictions & Speed width, gradient or overhead power
Limits lines, speed limits) are not clearly
Restrictions are clearly marked. and enforced. 0
marked.
Observations and remedial actions:
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Vehicle and pedestrian segregation is effective and includes;
Vehicle and Vehicle & pedestrian segregation is One way systems, barriers, vehicle movement management
Vehicle & pedestrian segregation is
Pedestrian
ineffective.
effective but only in limited areas of plans, segregation of light and heavy vehicles and pedestrians, 0
segregation the site. safe pedestrian crossings, reversing has been eliminated or
reduced as far as is reasonably practicable.
Observations and remedial actions:
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Workplace
Basic provision is not in place, i.e.
drinking water, washing and changing
and welfare provision is available to everyone on site.
Welfare facilities facilities with hot and cold running Basic provision is in place.
Facilities are kept clean and tidy. 0
water, adequate toilets and a
rest/eating area.
Observations and remedial actions:
The working environment is not The working environment is appropriate (e.g. levels of noise,
Environment
appropriate. ventilation, temperature and lighting). 0
Observations and remedial actions:
Slips, trips and falls
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Hazardous There is a COSHH assessment and and control measures have been implemented to protect
Substances
There is no COSHH assessment.
corresponding data sheets. employees and contractors; and they have been trained. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
and a management plan has been put in place and asbestos has
Asbestos The site has not been surveyed. The site has been surveyed. been clearly labelled. Employees and contractors have been 0
trained.
Observations and remedial actions:
Comprehensive DSE assessments have been completed that
No DSE assessments have been
cover workstations including equipment, furniture and the
completed or equipment does not
DSE assessments are inadequate. work environment, the job being done and the special needs of
Display Screen meet the minimum standard (e.g.
Equipment adjustable chair, suitable lighting,
Equipment meets the minimum the individual; and there are regular breaks/changes in 0
standard. activity. Employees have received information and training on
clear, readable and adjustable
how to use their VDU and workstation safely. Remedial actions
screens etc).
have been instigated.
Observations and remedial actions:
and employees are aware of the procedures for reporting
Stress There is no stress policy. There is a stress policy. stress. Managers are aware of their responsibilities and the 0
means of controlling stress.
Observations and remedial actions:
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Drug and Alcohol
Drug and Alcohol There is no written drug and alcohol There is a written drug and alcohol and the policy has been communicated to employees and
Policy policy. policy. contractors. Disciplinary action is taken for non-compliance. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
Material Delivery/Tipping
and remedial actions have been put into place. Silos and their
Risk assessments have not been Risk assessments have been
Material associated systems (e.g. pressure relief valves, filter systems,
Delivery/Tipping
completed for tipping points or silo completed for tipping points and silo
automatic shut off valves, high level alarms) are suitable and 0
deliveries. deliveries.
sufficient and are regularly maintained.
Observations and remedial actions:
and are required to sign in and out. Safety rules have been
Visitors are directed where to park
Visitors Visitors are not managed.
and report.
drawn up to protect visitors and these are communicated to 0
them.
Observations and remedial actions:
Electrical
Not all electrical equipment is part
Inspection and All electrical equipment is part of an and defects are recorded and actions arising have been closed
Maintenance
of an inspection and maintenance
inspection and maintenance scheme. out within an appropriate timescale. 0
scheme.
Observations and remedial actions:
Electricians have not been appointed
Electricians have been appointed and
Appointments or they have not been vetted for
vetted.
and only trained electricians undertake electrical work. 0
competence.
Observations and remedial actions:
Portable appliances have not been They have been PAT tested and there is a register and a written scheme of maintenance. Tools
PAT Testing
PAT tested or labelled labelled operate at 110V. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
Isolators, Panels & Electrical isolators, panels & boards Electrical isolators, panels and
Boards are not marked boards are marked
Electrical isolators, panels and boards are clearly marked. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
The provision of emergency lighting
The provision of emergency lighting has been risk assessed and
Emergency Lighting
has not been risk assessed. emergency lighting has been
and the emergency lighting is maintained and inspected. 0
provided where appropriate.
Observations and remedial actions:
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Are not locked or are used for Are locked, not used for storage and
Substations and and only authorised personnel have access. They are furnished
electric rooms
storage or are dusty, or do not have are kept clean and are appropriately
with fire extinguishers and emergency lighting. 0
signage. signed.
Observations and remedial actions:
Services
Services and pipes are not accurately Services and pipes are accurately and are located before work commences e.g. using CAT scan
Cables and pipes
located on a site plan. located on a site plan and Permit to Work system. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
Overhead power lines have not been
adequately protected e.g. by the use
Overhead Power Overhead power lines have been
Lines
of goalposts set at suitable distances
adequately protected.
and they have adequate signage. 0
(6 metres minimum, more if vehicles
travel at speed).
Observations and remedial actions:
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Summary Table
Red Amber Green Score
THE RISK MANAGEMENT PROCESS (entered in spreadsheet)
Risk Assessment Training 0 1 2 0
Preliminary Task Identification 0 1 2 0
Procedure for completing risk assessments 0 1 2 0
Hazards identification and controls 0 1 2 0
Contractor Risk Assessments/Method Statements 0 1 2 0
Safety Psychology 0 1 2 0
Review 0 1 2 0
Safe Systems of Work 0 1 2 0
Permit to Work 0 1 2 0
Management of Change 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 10 20 0
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WORK AT HEIGHT
Work at Height 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 1 2 0
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Occupational Health Programme 0 1 2 0
Dust 0 1 2 0
Noise 0 1 2 0
Vibration (including whole body) 0 1 2 0
Hazardous Substances 0 1 2 0
Asbestos 0 1 2 0
Display Screen Equipment 0 1 2 0
Stress 0 1 2 0
Other Health Risks 0 1 2 0
Drug and Alcohol Policy 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 10 20 0
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OTHER RISKS
Fire 0 1 2 0
Confined Spaces 0 1 2 0
Manual Handling 0 1 2 0
Lifting Operations 0 1 2 0
Working Time Regulations 0 1 2 0
Lone workers 0 1 2 0
Tools and Equipment; Management and Inspection 0 1 2 0
Tools and Equipment; Use and Maintenance 0 1 2 0
External (hired in and contractor) plant and equipment 0 1 2 0
Statutory Examinations 0 1 2 0
Structural survey 0 1 2 0
Maintenance and Integrity 0 1 2 0
PPE Assessment 0 1 2 0
PPE Signage 0 1 2 0
PPE Provision, Condition and Storage 0 1 2 0
Welfare facilities 0 1 2 0
Environment 0 1 2 0
Slips, Trips and Falls 0 1 2 0
Material Delivery/Tipping 0 1 2 0
Visitors 0 1 2 0
Inspection and Maintenance 0 1 2 0
Appointments 0 1 2 0
PAT Testing 0 1 2 0
Isolators, Panels & Boards 0 1 2 0
Emergency Lighting 0 1 2 0
Substations and electric rooms 0 1 2 0
Cables and pipes 0 1 2 0
Overhead Power Lines 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 28 56 0
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and they are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable,
Clear Strategy & No Objectives & Targets have been
Targets set.
Objectives & Targets have been set. Relevant and Timebound), continuously monitored, and 0
remedial action is taken where necessary.
Observations and remedial actions:
There is no improvement plan, or it An improvement plan is in place, it
and it is reviewed and updated regularly with the involvement
Improvement Plan: is not being communicated or actions is being communicated and actions
of the SHE committee. 0
are not being closed out are being closed out
Observations and remedial actions:
Accountability and Responsibility
There is no organisation chart and
supporting information on duties,
Organisation, Duty There is an organisation chart and and this is up to date and has been communicated to
and Responsibility
responsibilities, individual
supporting information. employees. 0
authorisations and appointed persons
(and their reliefs).
Observations and remedial actions:
No one has been appointed to be A person has been appointed to be
H&S Competent and the company has appointed a competent person with the
Person
responsible for the management of responsible for the management of
appropriate profile, qualifications and/or experience. 0
H&S. H&S.
Observations and remedial actions:
Line management is not held Line management is held
accountable for H&S by the use of accountable for H&S by the use of
Accountability
trailing indicators such as injury trailing indicators (e.g. incident
and proactive activities (e.g. Near Hits & Close Out rates). 0
rates. rates).
Observations and remedial actions:
and supervisors are making an active contribution to bring
Supervision: H&S activities are not supervised H&S activities are supervised
about improvements. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
Behaviours are not challenged and Behaviours are challenged and and positive behaviours (for example the reporting of near
Consequence System
there is no consequence system negative behaviours are punished hits) are promoted/rewarded. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
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Summary Table
Red Amber Green Score
POLICY SETTING (entered in spreadsheet)
H&S Policy 0 1 2 0
H&S Rules 0 1 2 0
Contractor H&S Rules 0 1 2 0
Impact 0 1 2 0
Contractor Selection 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 5 10 0
LEADERSHIP
Safety Commitment & Promotion 0 1 2 0
Clear Targets & Strategy 0 1 2 0
Improvement Plan 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 3 6 0
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Planning and Setting Standards
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Signage is clear, well positioned, appropriately sized, relevant
and regularly cleaned & reviewed. Signage covers PPE,
Signage Signage on site is inadequate Signage is adequate Emergency, Vehicle & Traffic Control, Pipework, Operating 0
Hazards etc. Signage is appropriately categorised in to
Prohibition, Mandatory, Warning and Information.
Observations and remedial actions:
An assessment of first aid provision and the appropriate number of first aiders are available at all
No assessment of first aid provision
First Aid Provision
has been made.
has been made. First Aiders are times. First aid equipment is inspected and restocked. First 0
trained and equipment is available. Aiders are recognisable and contactable.
Observations and remedial actions:
and the tear off slips have been removed from the first aid
There is an accident report book and
book and filed. Records are kept for at least three years.
Accident reporting There is no accident report book it is completed by the injured party
Procedures are in place for ensuring RIDDORs are reported to 0
or someone acting on their behalf.
the HSE.
Observations and remedial actions:
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Summary Table
Red Amber Green Score
COMMUNICATIONS & PLANNING (entered in spreadsheet)
Notice Board 0 1 2 0
SHE Communication (e.g. Toolbox talks, safety alerts, company campaig 0 1 2 0
Policy & Procedure Changes 0 1 2 0
Construction, (Design and Management) Regulations 0 1 2 0
Design Phase 0 1 2 0
Emergency Plan 0 1 2 0
Emergency Plan Practice Drills 0 1 2 0
Signage 0 1 2 0
First Aid Provision 0 1 2 0
Accident reporting 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 10 20 0
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Training
There is systematic induction
training that covers the basics
(emergency, accident management
There is no systematic induction and rules applicable to the job and the opportunity is taken to place a strong emphasis on the
Induction Training
training. position) and the company H&S company's H&S ambition and expected behaviour. 0
Policy and rules for any new
employee or contractor and it is
recorded.
Observations and remedial actions:
and technical training is regularly dedicated to the main health
There is no skill development training
issues and safety risks to the company (e.g. mobile equipment,
to prevent risks related to the job. There is training and there is a
Job Function and isolation, confined spaces, work at height, lifting , fire
Skills
There is no system to ensure the system to ensure that the basics are
prevention etc). There is also training targeted at specific 0
basics are acquired prior to starting acquired and it is recorded.
skills ( e.g. relating to specific equipment such as forklifts or
the job.
specific tasks such as welding).
Observations and remedial actions:
and training to upgrade skills when significant change ( e.g.
Refresher/Update There is refresher training and it is
Training
There is no refresher training.
recorded.
plant modifications, change of organization, new job position, 0
new processes) occurs.
Observations and remedial actions:
Training needs have been assessed
Training needs have not been and training benefits and effectiveness have been evaluated
Plan
assessed and agreed with employees.
and a resourced plan has been
and learning implemented. 0
delivered.
Observations and remedial actions:
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Summary Table
Red Amber Green Score
SAFETY REPS, COMMITTEES & INFO (entered in spreadsheet)
Safety Representative 0 1 2 0
Safety Representative Participation 0 1 2 0
Safety Committee 0 1 2 0
Safety Committee Agenda 0 1 2 0
Safety Committee Minutes 0 1 2 0
Standard Filing System 0 1 2 0
Other H&S Resources 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 7 14 0
TRAINING
Induction Training 0 1 2 0
Job Function and Skills 0 1 2 0
Refresher/Update Training 0 1 2 0
Plan 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 4 8 0
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Measuring Performance
Site H&S The H&S performance of the site is The H&S performance of the site is and the effectiveness of the improvement plan (see under
Performance not monitored monitored. Management, Policy & Vision) is reviewed. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
Results are reported accurately and and they go beyond the legal minimum (for example they
Results are not reported accurately
Results
or on time
on time, in line with company include near hits and other indicators, as opposed to just 0
procedures. RIDDOR reportable incidents.
Observations and remedial actions:
Inspections, Audits and Reviews
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Incidents
Near hits reports are not actively Near hits reports are actively
encouraged or they go uninvestigated encouraged, they are investigated and direct feedback is provided to the person who submitted
Near Hits
or corrective actions are not and corrective actions are the near hit report. 0
undertaken promptly. undertaken promptly.
Observations and remedial actions:
with the aim of identifying the root cause. Any corrective
There is no procedure for There is a procedure for
Accidents
investigating accidents investigating accidents
actions that are identified are taken promptly and any lessons 0
that have been learnt are communicated.
Observations and remedial actions:
and the results are analysed and actions are defined and
Sickness Absence Sickness absence is not monitored. Sickness absence is monitored.
implemented. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
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Summary Table
Red Amber Green Score
SAMPLE FIXED PLANT INSPECTION (entered in spreadsheet)
Conveyor guarding 0 1 2 0
Wind Whip Protection 0 1 2 0
Conveyor crossing Points (where appropriate) 0 1 2 0
Protection from falling material (where appropriate) 0 1 2 0
Conveyor spillages And or evidence of blockages) 0 1 2 0
Isolation Point 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 6 12 0
MEASURING PERFORMANCE
Site H&S Performance 0 1 2 0
Results 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 2 4 0
INCIDENTS
Near Hits 0 1 2 0
Accidents 0 1 2 0
Sickness absence is not monitored. 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 3 6 0
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6. Quarry Specific
Ratings
Issue Enter Score
0 1 2
Management
There is no written confirmation There is written confirmation
Entitlement to
Operate the Quarry
proving the entitlement to operate proving the entitlement to operate and it is available on site. 0
the quarry. the quarry.
Observations and remedial actions:
Responsible manager, Quarries 8.1(c)
Appointment of and have signed acceptance and written conformation is
Quarry Operator
and relief 8.1(d) have not been They have been appointed.
available on site. 0
appointed.
Observations and remedial actions:
Appointment of 8.1(e) competent persons have not
Competent Persons been appointed.
They have been appointed. and are sufficient to manage the quarry safely. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
There is no plan showing where the There is a plan showing where the
Quarry Plan
quarry regulations apply quarry regulations apply
and it is up to date and available on site. 0
Observations and remedial actions:
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Health and Safety Document
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There is no suitable and sufficient
appraisal undertaken by a competent and a signed and dated record of the appraisal is kept and any
Appraisal of There is a suitable and sufficient
Excavations and Tips
person to determine whether
appraisal.
significant findings are communicated to employees and 0
proposed or existing excavations or contractors.
tips represent a significant hazard.
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Management are aware of their
responsibilities with respect to
notifiable excavations and tips (e.g.
geotechnical assessments, the
Notifiable Management are not aware of their requirement to notify HSE of such
Excavations and Tips responsibilities. tips and excavations, the
and appropriate actions have been taken. 0
requirements to maintain records on
the location and quantities of all
substances accumulated or deposited
at a notifiable tip etc).
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There is not a valid current
Explosives Certificate (fit persons)
"Acquire" (Control of explosives
regulations 1991) or there is not a There is a valid current Explosives Certificate (fit persons)
valid recipient competent authority "Acquire" and a valid recipient competent authority transfer
Licences
transfer document (Supervision of document and any magazine (in use) holds a current valid 0
Transfers of Explosives regulations licence.
1993) or where there is a magazine
(in use) it does not have a current
valid licence.
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Shotfiring equipment is suitable (e.g.
non-sparking materials used for tools
for piercing cartridges, mixing
explosives or used in shot holes;
circuit testers capable of measuring
resistance of the circuit without
Shotfiring equipment is unsuitable or
adversely affecting detonators; and records are kept of inspections, maintenance and
Shotfiring Equipment it is not inspected or properly
mixing trucks are earthed, calibration (where required). 0
maintained.
detonators and leads are clearly
labelled), inspected (e.g. exploders
and circuit testers inspected in
detail, at least every six months and
after major repair or unexplained
misfire) and properly maintained.
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There is no or an inadequate post
Post Blast Check and and appropriate action is taken as a result of the post blast
blast check to determine the state of
Face Condition
the face or if there is a possibility of
There is an adequate check. check e.g. misfires are dealt with safely: and records of such 0
Inspection action exist.
misfires
Daily brake and hand brake testing is and backed up with regular tests using electronic equipment
Brake Testing
not carried out.
Daily testing is carried out
e.g. Simret with appropriate records and monitoring of trends. 0
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Appropriate barriers have been
provided that are proportionate to
the risk (e.g. in rural areas where
the risk of public access is low;
hedges, trenches and mounds may be
sufficient: at the other extreme,
The provision of barriers has not where there is evidence of persistent
Quarry Boundaries been risk assessed or barriers are not trespass by children, which places and boundaries are regularly inspected and maintained. 0
appropriate. them at significant risk,
sophisticated metal paling fences
may be required. Barriers should
always be provided where quarry
boundaries are near to schools,
colleges, shops or a significant
number of homes).
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Summary Table
Red Amber Green Score
MANAGEMENT (entered in spreadsheet)
Entitlement to Operate the Quarry 0 1 2 0
Appointment of Quarry Operator 0 1 2 0
Appointment of Competent Persons 0 1 2 0
Quarry Plan 0 1 2 0
Health and Safety Document 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 5 10 0
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MOBILE PLANT
Edge protection on roads, stockpiles and tips 0 1 2 0
Benches and Haul Roads 0 1 2 0
Brake Testing 0 1 2 0
Weather 0 1 2 0
TOTAL 0 4 8 0
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LIST OF 'BELOW STANDARD' (RED) ANSWERS
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set any general H&S rules.
ontractor H&S rules set by the company.
ules requirements are not considered in the way the business is managed
contractors list.
oes not actively promote the company's safety ambition
ets have been set.
ent plan, or it is not being communicated or actions are not being closed out
on chart and supporting information on duties, responsibilities, individual authorisations and appointed persons (and their reliefs).
inted to be responsible for the management of H&S.
ot held accountable for H&S by the use of trailing indicators such as injury rates.
supervised
allenged and there is no consequence system
duals have not received training in risk assessment
dentified for purposes of risk assessment.
in place for completing risk assessments for the tasks that have been identified.
t the risk assessments have not correctly identified the key hazards.
for checking contractor's risk assessments and method statements.
think’ procedure in place (i.e. employees are not obliged to consider the risk of any task on which they are about to proceed).
safe working practices are not subject to review and amendment (e.g. periodically, as technology changes, following the introduction of new legislation, before changes ar
fter tasks have been completed etc).
Safe Systems of Work for tasks that carry significant risk.
Work System in place to ensure that potentially dangerous work (e.g. Work at Height, Confined Space working, work with asbestos, hot works, certain electrical work, bre
sed systems) is done safely.
ocess whereby competent personnel verify that plant and equipment is safe before being returned to service after alteration or repair.
fire risk assessments.
not been identified.
sments have not been carried out.
not assessed or there is not a lifting plan.
ed.
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t been identified or risk assessments have not been carried out for them.
nspection regime is in place.
or appointed (e.g. grinding wheels) or tools/equipment are not maintained.
to manage external plant and equipment.
tions have been carried out on Cranes and Lifting Equipment, Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems, Hoists and Harnesses for raising/lowering personnel, Mobile Elevating Wor
pment, Pressure systems, Electrical systems, Fire protection (including extinguishers and detectors) and alarm systems.
survey.
aintained or any modifications have not been approved by a competent person.
ic risk assessment for working at height.
t the guarding is ineffective.
olation policy and accompanying procedures; or they are inadequate.
cy stops or pull wires fitted to plant & equipment. Or they are inadequate.
(e.g. high level alarms, interlocked guards, automatic shut off valves, pressure relief valves etc) are not regularly tested.
ic PPE risk assessment (and where appropriate task specific PPE risk assessment).
ovided.
ules.
to height, width, gradient or overhead power lines, speed limits) are not clearly marked.
segregation is ineffective.
ecure (e.g. engine off, keys removed, handbrake on and locked).
ems of work for sheeting or tipping.
re in place to mitigate the dangers of crossing public roads or footpaths.
e not subject to the same rules as company vehicles
certificated.
ments in place for Journey Management (e.g. the prohibition of excessive combined working and driving times, restrictions on the use of mobile phones whilst driving).
n place, i.e. drinking water, washing and changing facilities with hot and cold running water, adequate toilets and a rest/eating area.
ent is not appropriate.
s and falls is not actively managed
h programme has been established.
ment for dust.
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ment for noise.
ment for vibration.
essment.
surveyed.
ave been completed or equipment does not meet the minimum standard (e.g. adjustable chair, suitable lighting, clear, readable and adjustable screens etc).
cy.
ssments for other factors affecting health (e.g. substances with WELs, dermatitis inducing materials, carcinogens, Leptospirosis, Legionnaires, radiation, ergonomic)
ug and alcohol policy.
not been completed for tipping points or silo deliveries.
ged.
pment is part of an inspection and maintenance scheme.
been appointed or they have not been vetted for competence.
ave not been PAT tested or labelled
anels & boards are not marked
gency lighting has not been risk assessed.
used for storage or are dusty, or do not have signage.
not accurately located on a site plan.
have not been adequately protected e.g. by the use of goalposts set at suitable distances (6 metres minimum, more if vehicles travel at speed).
ard containing safety information.
HE communications.
de aware of policy and procedural changes.
of when the CDM regulations apply (e.g. when building, civil engineering or engineering construction is undertaken) or the responsibilities therein (e.g. management arran
esign, cooperation/ communication and notifiable projects).
integrate H&S into the design phase.
mergency plan.
practice drills
equate
aid provision has been made.
eport book
esentative for the site (or area).
ve is not actively participating in site H&S
mmittee
does not have a formal agenda
ced
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iling system.
e to readily source H&S information.
c induction training.
opment training to prevent risks related to the job. There is no system to ensure the basics are acquired prior to starting the job.
training.
ot been assessed and agreed with employees.
e (e.g. a critical guard such as a tail or head drum , belt drive, or return idler guard is damaged or missing: or access to nip points and moving machinery is still possible).
protection (e.g. side sheets).
crossing points.
from falling material
nce of significant spillages and blockages.
tion point
of the site is not monitored
ed accurately or on time
n regime (e.g. covering vehicles; machinery guarding; safety devices such as reversing aids/interlocks/trip wires; quarry electrical equipment; pressure systems; pedestria
on; excavations and tips; buildings and other structures, barriers and faces above working places or roads) is in place, or employees are not trained or aware of their role i
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aware of their responsibilities.
ation rules are not working in practice (e.g. the quarry and its equipment are not well maintained; cracks collapses or other discoveries raise doubts about the design; the
ons or vertical faces in tips; there is loose material on the face which could injure someone).
es supervisor has not been appointed in writing.
otfirers, storekeepers and others working with explosives are not competent or have not been properly trained, appointed and authorised.
rrent Explosives Certificate (fit persons) "Acquire" (Control of explosives regulations 1991) or there is not a valid recipient competent authority transfer document (Superv
1993) or where there is a magazine (in use) it does not have a current valid licence.
quate Safe Systems of Working for the safe/ secure storage, transportation and use of explosives;
quate shotfiring rules.
is unsuitable or it is not inspected or properly maintained.
asting specification for each blast to minimise the risk of flyrock and misfires and to ensure faces are left in a safe and suitable condition.
ng a plan) are not determined or kept clear during blasting; there is not an adequate shelter for the shotfirer during blasting; visibility is not considered; ;trained sentries a
heir training).
equate post blast check to determine the state of the face or if there is a possibility of misfires
dge protection where there are drops or lagoons.
ds are not suitable (e.g. layout, strength, surface, width, slope, signs) for the type and size of vehicle used
brake testing is not carried out.
nsidered as a factor when vehicles are used (e.g. should fog, rain, mud, ice or snow make conditions unsafe).
cavations which may collapse, lagoons and silt ponds; places where there are quicksand like materials, where people may be struck by falling material and where people ca
there are inadequate barriers.
ers has not been risk assessed or barriers are not appropriate.
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