A worksite has a lot of hazards and associated risks ranging from minor to catastrophic. The site establishment is a necessary part of the safety and health arrangements at the worksite. The checklist form can be used to check the parameters to ensure the site is safe and ready to use. A short summary of the parameters is listed below;
Site Securement and Fencing
- The area is fenced and gates are placed to control the access and exit.
- Material is stacked properly, at a storage facility away from the fencing.
- Safety Signages are placed on the fence.
- Special safety measures are implemented e.g., excavation edges are covered, plants are immobilize, utility services are isolated, elevated areas access means are secured.
Storage Arrangements
- Storage areas are easily accessible, stored material is stacked properly so that it doesn't collapse.
- Hazardous Materials are stored and secured properly. Shelfs and cabins are used to store the material.
- Material Safety Data Sheets are used and present readily on site.
- Safety Signs are placed and Emergency equipment e.g., Firefighting, Firehose reel, Spill Kit etc.
- Stored Material record is maintained. A minimum quantity of hazardous material onsite is good practice.
- All of the equipment, tools, plants, and working machinery is stored on a designated storage area. A storage area must be installed with lock to ensure no one uses it when not in use.
Site Access
- Site access is controlled. Record of Entry and Exit are maintained by the security guards. Emergency Exit Points are maintained and always ready to use.
Traffic Management
- Traffic is managed onsite using traffic plan. Traffic parking area is established and being used.
- Traffic routes are designated and one way traffic system is used for onsite movement.
- Reverse parking is done.
Temporary Facilities and Buildings
- Temporary Buildings ad facilities build onsite are safe to use, free of hazards, and arrangements are made to control the hazards.
Emergency Service and Contact Details
- Emergency Arrangements are made and contact details are available.
- Firefighting equipment and tools are available.
- Welfare facilities are made for the workers e.g., rest room, face washing, dining area.
- Bathroom and washrooms are neat and tidy.
- Workers are providing with sanitary facilities. e.g., shampoos, hand wash, etc.
- Hot and Cold water is provided onsite.
First Aid and Medical Facilities
- First Aid arrangements are provided onsite.
- Trained first aid responder is available onsite.
- First aid facility is established with relevant medical facilities.
- First Aid team details are provided on visible location.
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