JR WHINFREY LTD

RECORD OF SAFETY INDUCTION BRIEFING

Each Operative Must Supply the below credentials prior to commencing works on site.

OPERATIVES SAFETY INDUCTION

1. INTRODUCTION

This induction is given to all operatives before they start work with JR Whinfrey Ltd. It contains information that will help to protect your safety, other people’s safety, comply with JR Whinfrey Ltd Health and Safety Policy and satisfy legal safety requirements. It also provides you with specific information about the project, the team undertaking the work and how you can actively participate in the safe completion of the works.

KEY STAFF:

Jamie Whinfrey, Managing Director Jordan Knowles, Contracts Manager Matt Lowry, Commercial Manager Roger Whinfrey, Projects Manager

SUPERVISOR: Will be appointed and number given on a job-by-job basis.

FIRST AIDER/S: Principal Contractors act as 1st Aiders onsite, if JR Whinfrey provided one you will be given their details on a job-by-job basis.

SAFETY ADVISERS – Be Accredited 0800 254 5911 – admin@beaccredited.com

Scope of Works:

Review of method statements and risk assessments of site-specific project.

2. PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

The following will be worn at all times:

High visibility vest (J R Whinfrey LTD will provide) Safety helmets Safety boots

The above items MUST be provided by your company. NO HAT, NO BOOTS, NO VEST, NO JOB!

Other items will be worn as operations dictate i.e. Goggles/dust masks/ear defenders/harnesses etc. Your immediate supervisor will be responsible for instructing you on when and where these should be worn (see following examples).

• Ear defenders; Whilst using air tools, carrying out cutting operations, operating small plant in designated noise areas.

• Goggles: During ALL cutting operations, breaking up or blowing out concrete and spraying chemicals.

• Gloves (e.g. PVC): Handling chemicals including concrete operations or working in contaminated areas (you will be instructed on such activities).

• Face Fit Mask: Handling, Mixing, sweeping or any operation where dust can be created.

Additional information on Noise and COSHH, and their related PPE requirements, can be found on site notice boards. Important: Due to risks from potential chemical/environmental hazards and harmful UV sunrays, full-length trousers and T-shirt style tops will be always worn as a minimum.

3. PLANT

All operators must hold a current, relative, certificate of training achievement (CTA). All seated plant, such as dumpers, must have “Rollover Protection” (ROPS) and lap belts fitted. You must wear seat belts, where fitted, at all times to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident. Where plant is owned by the subcontract company then a suitable and sufficient risk assessment must be produced to the satisfaction of the Safety Manager, prior to use of such equipment.

All mechanical plant MUST have a USER’S instruction manual and the operator MUST be familiar with the methods of operating and maintaining the plant. You must be trained and competent to remove any guards and equipment must be isolated from all motive forces. Unauthorised removal of safety guards is dangerous and a DISCIPLINARY offence.

Clear all fuel spills immediately. Ensure all plant is maintained in good order and suitably dispose of any waste, such as grease cartridges and rags immediately. Access to the work site will be indicated on the site plan and any designated routes identified. Do not leave these designated routes unless instructed by your supervisor or the main contractor.

Do not carry passengers (unless the vehicle is fitted with designated passenger seats) – this is a DISCIPLINARY offence.

Aerial platform operators are responsible for ensuring correct tyre pressures and fluid levels daily, clear access is available, deployment of outriggers and suitable pads and maintenance of equipment. Harnesses must be worn and attached to designated anchorage points.

Vehicles must not reverse in the work areas without a banksman. Stand clear of vehicles whilst tipping is carried out.

Do not leave plant running unattended (switch off and remove keys). Ensure all faults/defects are reported immediately to your supervisor. All mobile plant must have amber warning beacons fitted and maintained. Mobile Plant operators must complete the inspection report form weekly.

Do not block access routes. Remove all plant at the end of each shift to the plant compound or designated area. Wash vehicles down as required before leaving the site.

All compressor air lines must have ‘whip-checks’ at every joint.

4. HEIGHT WORK

• Falls are still the biggest killer in our industry. • Mobile towers will only be erected by trained and competent persons as per supplier’s instruction, i.e. handrails, toe boards, internal access etc. and must be dismantled and/or secured at the end of each shift. • All ladders must be restrained. Only short duration work (30 minutes) will be allowed from a ladder and if you can not maintain three points of contact then an alternative means of access will be required. • Do not climb re-bar or use concrete walls for access/short cuts.

5. LIFTING OPERATIONS

All plant and equipment must have current test/examination certificates and only be used by trained and competent person. The driver/operator will be responsible for positioning plant in accordance with the “permit to operate a crane”, initiating a test lift and ensuring the Banksman is authorised for the work.

Only tested equipment is to be used for all lifts, i.e. Not rebar or breaker points etc. and must be controlled by a trained Banksman / Slinger. Ensure all personnel are clear of the load prior to lifting.

Ensure lifting points on back actors allow a straight lift.

You must not allow lifting tackle to crab over buckets and/or quick hitch systems.

All cranes and lifting appliances will be issued with a permit prior to staring work

Driver/operators will be accountable for the provision and use of suitable, well maintained outrigger pads sized in accordance with the permit requirements.

6. HEALTH

If your work involves manual handling then ensure your supervisor has assessed the risks, introduced suitable methods of reducing handling by use of mechanical aids and instructed you on the correct way to lift such items. All materials/objects in excess of 25kg are a potential hazard to you and your colleagues’ long-term health and simple steps to reduce weight and/or means of lifting can help you. Report all concerns to your supervisor.

Noise on construction sits can be very difficult to predict but simple steps can be used to reduce exposure and hence reduce long-term health problems. Where levels exceed 80dB, the protective measures must be taken, providing suitable alternatives are not available to undertake the task. Ensure your supervisor discusses the tasks to be undertaken and any protective measures to be adhered to and how to wear any personal protective equipment.

Everyday on construction sites people are exposed to a vast assortment of “hazardous substances”, some readily identified but many more not even considered. These include, cement in its various uses, paints, oils, plasters, adhesives, dusts from sweepings and cutting operations etc. Uncontrolled exposure to these and the many more substances can produce both short and long term health issues, such as asthma, dermatitis, sensitivity and rashes, too the more obvious cancerous illnesses attributable to asbestos. Your supervisor has a duty to advise you of the hazardous properties for all materials you handle and how to control those hazards, reducing any risk to you and others by its use and disposal. Ensure you are advised clearly and understand.

7. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

Noise and Vibration:

• All plant should be located away from sensitive noise receptors. • All plant should be switched off when not in use. • Static plant should have acoustic covers fitted at all times. • Noise and vibration emissions should be monitored.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES CONTINUED

Light Pollution:

• Lighting should be directed away from site boundaries and adjacent buildings.

Air Pollution:

• Stockpiles should be sheeted or damped down at all times to prevent dust generation. • Haul roads should be swept regularly. • Idle plant and equipment should be switched off to reduce emissions.

Waste Management:

• All waste materials should be tidied away from the work area at the end of each shift. • Special Wastes such as oils, paints, bitumen products and chemicals should not be mixed with normal construction and rubble. • All skips should be sheeted to prevent the escape of waste. • When skips are removed from site the waste transfer notes should be issued.

Water Pollution

• All fuel, oils and chemicals should be stored in the designated location and secured to minimise the risk of spillage. • Spill kits will be stored adjacent to the storage areas. • Drip trays will be placed under all static plant and if they become full of water/oil absorbent granules are to be used to soak up the water/oil. The granules should then be disposed of correctly. Drip trays should never be up-turned when full. • All spillages should be notified to JR Whinfrey Ltd and spill kits used to contain the spillage. • Concrete wagons should only be washed out at designated points on site to prevent environmental damage from the concrete. • The servicing of plant shall be carried out in designated areas. • All groundwater arisings pumped from excavations will be discharged into a settlement tank and any water discharged into a water course or drain is to be free from silt.

Ecology, Archaeology and Cultural Heritage

(to be inserted as necessary)

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES CONTINUED

Contaminated Land:

• Any exposed ground that appears contaminated should be reported to JR Whinfrey Ltd to determine an appropriate method of working. • The correct PPE should be worn at all times as directed by JR Whinfrey Ltd • Any excavated material that is contaminated must be disposed of correctly through a licensed tip and all documentation issued to JR Whinfrey Ltd • Any stockpiles of contaminated materials should be sheeted to prevent dust generation or contaminated run off.

SUBCONTRACTOR PAYMENT DETAILS

Thank you

Jamie Whinfrey

Managing Director

J R Whinfrey LTD