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Contractor Safety Handbook February 2018 CM03-15 Occupational Safety and Health Requirements

Document ref: CM03-15

City of Bayswater

Contractor Safety Handbook

Occupational Safety and Health Requirements

To be read and acknowledged prior to start of project or works

Version Issue Date Author Notes / Changes

1 July 2015 G Rimpas Draft with input from Consultant/OH & S Officer

2 September 2015 G Rimpas Final Draft

3 February 2018 K Ambrose Final for release


1 INTRODUCTION

The City of Bayswater (‘the City’) has a legal obligation under section 19 of the Occupational Safety

and Health Act 1984 to provide and maintain, as far as the City has capacity to control, a safe working

environment for its employees and members of the public. Unavoidable hazards must be managed so

as to prevent workers being exposed to them. Section 23D of the Act extends this legal obligation to

contractors, in effect treating them as employees. To meet its obligations under the Act, the City

requires that its contractors and their sub-contractors exercise all necessary precautions for the health

and safety of all persons including the contractor’s own employees, City officers and members of the

public. This includes complying with all relevant safety regulations and standards, being alert and

observant while on site, considering the surroundings and people working nearby, using personal

protective clothing and equipment (PPE) properly, following the instructions of site safety

representatives, keeping the work area tidy and adopting a positive attitude to safe working and

generally being alert to changing or unusual conditions.

All references in this handbook to the 'Authorised Officer' shall mean either the City's Project Officer or

works representative as applicable.

The Contractor will be required to read and acknowledge the content of this Handbook, either as part

of the tender submission for a specific project or contract works, or as part of the pre-start induction.

2 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Legislation and Standards

The applicable legislation is the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984, the Occupational Safety

and Health Regulations 1996. In addition, contractors and their sub-contractors should make

themselves aware of the industry Codes of Practice, guidance notes and Australian Standards

including the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work (National

Licensing Standard).

2.2 National Licensing Standard

All forklifts, crane, hoist, and pressure equipment operators and all scaffolding, dogging and rigging

work are required to be licensed for the applicable class of machinery under the National Standard

for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work (Australian Safety and Compensation Council).

2.3 Certificates of Competency and Trade Qualifications

Any plant that is not otherwise subject to the National Licensing Standard must be operated by

persons with the required level of competency and accredited training. Chainsaws must only be

used by contract employees who have completed and passed an approved training course that

meets the Certificate of Competency to AS/NZS 2727 (1997) Chainsaw Guide to Safe Working

Practice with a minimum requirement of FPICOT2206A Cross Cut Material with a Hand held

Chainsaw. The Contractor and any sub-contractors must have the required qualifications or

licences to carry out trade work such as plumbing, electrical, welding and carpentry.

2.4 Harassment and Discrimination

The Contractor must ensure that its employees and sub-contractors comply at all times with all

laws regarding harassment and discrimination, including the Commonwealth Racial


Discrimination Act 1975, Sex Discrimination Act 1984, Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and the

Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act 1984 in respect to access to City of Bayswater sites.

2.5 Traffic Management

The Contractor shall meet all requirements as provided in the 'General Field Guide and Main

Roads Western Australia - Traffic Management for Roadworks Code of Practice' and requirements

as per AS1742.3.

2.6 Working Under or Near Powerlines

All work under or near power lines is to be carried out strictly in accordance with the “Code of

Practice for Personnel Electrical Safety for Vegetation Control Work near Live Power Lines” issued

by the Director of Energy Safety WA and Western Power’s requirements for maintaining clearance

from power lines. Details of the specific requirements are available from the respective agency or

the Authorised Officer. No work is to be commenced prior to approval from the Authorised Officer.

2.7 Confined Space Entry

Before entry to a confined space is permitted the Contractor must ensure that all the appropriate

isolation procedures are carried out, as per the directions of the Authorised Officer, as well as the

Australian Standard 2865-1986 and Division 8 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.

The risk issues must be addressed in the Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) referred to clause

4.3. A Confined Space is defined as an enclosed or partially enclosed space that is at atmospheric

pressure during occupancy and is not intended or designed primarily as a place of work and is

liable at any time to have an atmosphere which contains potentially harmful levels of contaminant,

or an oxygen deficiency or excess or could cause engulfment or has restricted entry and exit. A

person is deemed to have entered a confined space when their head (breathing zone) or upper

body is within the boundary of the confined space.

2.8 Plant and Vehicles

All plant and vehicles are to be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

All vehicles that are subject to licensing are to be maintained and roadworthy according to

WorkSafe WA and Road Transport requirements. Any modifications to plant or vehicles are to be

in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or the relevant Australian Standards.

Copies of maintenance records are to be made available by the Contractor to the City's Authorised

Officer on request.

2.9 Plant and Equipment Operators

Plant and equipment operators shall possess all necessary licenses, registrations and certificate of

competency in accordance with all statutory requirements that qualify them as competent

operators of that plant or equipment. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that operators are

assessed as competent in the use of such plant and equipment and shall keep a register of

operator licenses, competency assessments, and certification.

2.10 Cranes and Lifting Equipment

Mobile cranes owned or leased by contractors shall carry the current logbook and manufacturer’s

operation and maintenance manual/s at all times. Details of maintenance history and modifications

shall be entered in the plant logbook and where possible the same operator will be utilised on the

same crane on site. Once a crane is set up on site, the working radius will be barricaded as


required, sign posted to identify that only those involved in the lift are to enter the area, and no

other trades are to work in the barricaded area while the lift is in progress. Loads shall be secured

whilst the crane is in motion and where the operators vision is restricted the operator shall travel in

reverse and/ or be guided by a Dogger or Rigger. A certified Rigger or Dogger shall direct all

crane lifts/load movements. All lifting gear shall be removed from the crane hook prior to travelling

on the site roads. Front end loaders, shovel, backhoes and the alike shall not be used to suspend

loads (as a crane). Where a crane is left unattended the boom shall be positioned so that it does

not project over, or lie in the direction of existing plant. No load shall be left suspended

unless the crane operator is inside the crane cab.

2.11 Working at Heights

All working at heights tasks must be conducted in accordance with the Occupational Safety and

Health Regulations 1996 and Australian Standard 1891.

2.12 Electrical Hazards (Refer also to 2.6 - Working Under or Near Powerlines)

All working at heights tasks must be conducted in accordance with the Occupational Safety and

Health Regulations 1996 and Australian Standard 1891.

2.12.1 Residual Current Devices

The Contractor must provide a working and tested portable Residual Current Device (RCD)

when the building is not fitted with such devices.

2.13 Welding and Cutting

The Contractor shall ensure that all work requiring the use of welding, gas cutting, grinding or

naked flames is done in accordance with Worksafe WA Technical Notes and Guidance Notes. All

of the requirements for permits, fire watch personnel; flammable material, screening and protective

equipment must comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Regulation 1996 Section 3.96.

2.14 Site Protection

Where the provision of barriers, site protection for danger areas and overhead protection of

workers is required it shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations Division 7.

2.15 Working Alone

Where the Contractor’s employees or sub-contractors are working alone, there must be a means of

regular communication in accordance with regulation 3.3 of the Occupational Health and Safety

Regulations 1996.

3 CONTRACT DOCUMENTATION AND COMMUNICATION

3.1 City of Bayswater Contract Representative

Each project or works requirement will have a Contract Representative (normally the project

officer) assigned to it by the City of Bayswater. All queries in relation to the project or works should

be directed through the City of Bayswater’s Contract Representative, hereinafter referred to as the

Authorised Officer.


3.2 Site Induction

The Contractor will be inducted on site by the Authorised Officer prior to commencement of work.

Contractors will then be responsible for ensuring that their employees and sub-contractors are

made aware of the site requirements for what to do in case of emergency/evacuation; the location

of first aid and emergency wash down facilities and how to report damage, loss and personal injury

or ‘near misses’.

3.3 Insurance

The Contract schedules set out the insurance types and limits. Prior to commencing any work, the

Contractor is required to have the required level of cover, with proof in the form of Certificates of

Currency.

3.4 Supervision and Audit

Depending on the level of risk and the duration of the works, the City's Authorised Officer will take

reasonable steps to check that the Contractor is following the agreed safe work practices included

in the Safety Management Plan and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), job safety analysis

(JSA) or similar documentation. This also applies to any Contractor controlled sites, as the City has

a duty as the Principal to hold the Contractor to account.

To ensure that Contractors meet their Work Health and Safety obligations, the Authorised Officer

may conduct periodic inspections (or audits) during the contract, according to the circumstances.

All or any of the following areas may be audited:

Provision and wearing of PPE;

Observation of work practices and site procedures;

Observation of traffic management procedures where applicable;

Placement of signage and barricades;

Inspection of equipment;

Following the Safe Work Method Statement or JHA's/JSA's or similar; and

Checking of licences and competencies.

The above is not an exhaustive list and additional items can be inspected or audited anytime at the

discretion of the City as the Principal.

Corrective actions will be noted by the Authorised Officer on a Contractor Supervision Record form

(ref CM 07-15) and will be signed and logged as part of the City’s incident reporting procedure.

3.5 Rectification of 'Stop Work' Orders

If the Contractor or any subcontractors do not satisfy the conditions outlined in this Guideline, the

Authorised Officer may direct that rectification action be taken and a written response be provided

by the Contractor, including setting out steps to ensure that the breach does not reoccur. Failure to

respond could lead to suspension or termination of the contract. The City of Bayswater's

Authorised Officer is authorised to order an immediate stop to work if an unsafe work practice is

detected, and work shall not recommence until the unsafe practice has been rectified.


4 HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES

4.1 Tools and Templates for Managing High Risk Construction Work

The City of Bayswater recognises that high risk construction work must be managed according to

best industry practice. ‘Construction Work’ means any of the following:

excavation, including the excavation or filling of trenches, ditches, shafts, wells,

tunnels and pier holes, and the use of caissons and cofferdams;

building, including the construction (including the manufacturing of prefabricated

elements of a building at the place of work concerned), alteration, renovation,

repair, maintenance and demolition of all types of buildings; and

civil engineering, including the construction, structural alteration, repair,

maintenance and demolition of, for example, airports, docks, harbours, inland

waterways, river, and sea defence works, roads and highways, railways,

bridges and tunnels, viaducts, and works related to the provision of services

such as communications, drainage, sewerage, water and energy supplies.

4.2 High-Risk Construction Work

High-risk construction work refers to any construction work that:

creates a risk of a person falling two or more metres;

is on telecommunications towers;

involves demolition;

involves the disturbance or removal of asbestos;

involves structural alterations that require temporary support to prevent

collapse;

involves a confined space;

involves excavation at a depth greater than 1.5 metres;

involves any work in tunnels;

involves the use of explosives;

is on or near pressurised gas distribution mains and consumer piping;

is on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines;

is on or near energised electrical installations and services;

is in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere;

involves tilt-up and pre-cast concrete;

is on or adjacent to roadways or railways used by road or rail traffic;

involves movement of powered mobile plant;

is in an area where there are artificial extremes of temperature;

is in, over or adjacent to water or other liquids where there is a risk of drowning;

involves diving;


Involves removal of hazardous substances (lead paint, PCB’s etc.);

involves the storage and/or use of dangerous goods or chemicals including

refuelling of plant;

is in areas of unidentified contaminated soils;

involves the disposal and or collection of storm water, surface water or ground

water;

involves exposure to excessive noise or vibration;

involves the generation, storage, handling and disposal of solid and liquid waste

including concrete waste, paint wastes and other wash-out liquid wastes; and

Involves exposure to excessive dust emissions from work activities, plant and

traffic.

4.3 Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

To identify and manage the inherent risks in construction work, the Contractor will be required to

prepare a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) where the type of work meets the definition of

‘high risk construction work’ (refer clause 4.2). The City of Bayswater recommends that the tools

and templates provided in the nationally adopted OHSE SubbyPack jointly developed by the

NSW Construction Safety Alliance, the Victorian Construction Safety Alliance and the Australian

Constructors Association be used to develop the SWMS. The SubbyPack templates are available

in Word format through the Department of Consumer and Employment Protection website.

All potential hazards of the job must be broken down into activities which follow the sequence of

construction. These activities are to be set out in the Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) as a

list of job procedures, together with other work related practices and the details of how the work

will be carried out.

For each of the work activities and associated job steps identified in the SWMS provided, the

Contractor is required to identify the potential hazards using sources such as Worksafe WA and

trade based Codes of Practice and other publications such as safety alerts; Hazard Profiles for

specific trade groups; Workplace experience; and notes form tool box meetings with the workers

experienced in the tasks to be carried out.

For each potential workplace hazard identified a Risk Class should be determined by referring to

the risk matrix in the SubbyPack.

4.3.1 Generic SWMS

If the activity is to be performed in the same way in the same or similar circumstances, a

generic SWMS can be used. However, the generic Plan should be reviewed at least every

12 months or every time a new hazard is introduced into the scope of work.

4.3.2 Site Specific SWMS

It is expected that for major construction projects, a site specific SWMS will be prepared.


5 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Legislative Requirements

At a general level, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations1996 section 3.1(a) require a

person who, at a workplace, is an employer, the main contractor, a self-employed person, a person

having control of the workplace or a person having control of access to the workplace to, as far as

practicable, identify each hazard to which a person at the workplace is likely to be exposed. More

specifically, regulation 3.4(2) (a) requires an employer, the main contractor, or a self-employed

person to, as far as practicable, identify each hazard. This includes the identification of tasks that

may give rise to injuries or harm or those where employees have identified concerns.

5.2 Job Safety Analysis (JSA) / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

Non high risk activities should be identified through tools such as a JSA/JHA, and this level of

documentation should be regarded as the minimum requirement for managing all contract work

where trades are involved (plumbing, electrical and so on). A template for the JSA/JHA can be

obtained from the Department of Commerce WA website

(http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/publications/job-safety-analysis-jsa). A site specific JSA/JHA

must be completed by the Contractor prior to work commencing.

The JSA/JHA should cover what the risk factors are e.g. Slipping, reaching, vehicle movements on

site, potential exposure to heat or cold, the WAY the contractor or subcontractors intend to carry

out the activity, including how the control measures are to be used, and HOW the effectiveness of

the control measures will be monitored and reviewed.

6 SITE MOVEMENT CONTROL

6.1 Equipment and Material Deliveries

Contractors are to make prior arrangements with the Authorised Officer for delivery, off loading and

safe storage of equipment and material on site.

6.2 Vehicles

All vehicles that are subject to licensing must be roadworthy in accordance with Worksafe WA and

Road Transport requirements, appropriately licensed and carry a minimum of third party insurance

coverage. Site vehicles are to be those actually needed on the job, and employees and

subcontractors of the Contractor are to park their private vehicles in appropriate car parks or

designated areas. Speed limits on the City’s premises and lands are to be observed and no

vehicles are permitted in areas specified by the Authorised Officer.

6.3 Person Not Authorised to be Onsite

Children are not permitted on any construction site, whether supervised or not. Child means a

person who is under 15 years of age. All other persons shall only be permitted on site for legitimate

reasons and must present to the site office or site representative.

6.4 Barricades and Fencing

To ensure the safety of all persons on the work site, or passing by, Contractors must supply and

erect any necessary barricades and fencing appropriate to the work they are doing. All materials,

equipment, plant and tools must also be safely stored within barricades, fencing and traffic

http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/publications/job-safety-analysis-jsa


management control as required. Particular care must be taken to check and secure the

barricades and fences whenever contract staff leaves the work area. This may include providing

temporary lighting on the site, if deemed necessary by the Contractor or directed by the Authorised

Officer. Pedestrian access must not be impeded without prior approval of the Authorised Officer

7 HOUSEKEEPING AND WASTE DISPOSAL

7.1 General Housekeeping

All work places shall be kept in a clean, tidy and safe condition and free of trip and fall hazards at

all times in public access areas and thoroughfares. All rubbish and debris shall be removed

periodically and a final cleanup must be done prior to leaving the site. At no time shall any waste,

chemical, cement or sediment be allowed to enter storm water drains.

Waste materials must not be allowed to accumulate in walkways.

7.1.1 Sharps

Sharps shall only be handled by trained employees. A toggle pick-up stick shall be used

where possible or gloves worn. Sharps shall be placed in an approved container and

disposed of as approved by the City's responsible officer.

7.1.2 Supply of bins and tipping charges

Unless otherwise approved by the Authorised Officer, the contractor and sub-contractors are

responsible for the safe disposal of all waste resulting from the contract work and all

associated charges for supply and emptying of bins on site.

The Contractor should therefore ensure that sufficient bins are provided to dispose of all waste

material and that bins are emptied promptly to avoid waste material accumulating.

8 CONDUCT

8.1 Practical Jokes

Practical jokes and skylarking are strictly prohibited at all City of Bayswater sites and workplaces.

8.2 Alcohol and Other Drugs

Contractors and their employees and subcontractors will not be permitted to enter the site with any

intoxicating liquor, or drugs, or at any time that they are believed to be adversely affected by

alcohol or drugs. All persons found to be under the influence of liquor or drugs; will be directed to

leave the site immediately under the supervision of the Contractor.

8.3 Smoking

Smoking is only permitted in the open or when side stream smoke will not affect anyone else and

is not permitted within any City of Bayswater buildings, vehicles, offices and designated ‘No

Smoking’ areas.


8.4 Contact with members of the public

The Contractor must ensure that employees and subcontractors conduct themselves appropriately

when on a City of Bayswater worksite, and any contact with members of the public must be

courteous and generally should be kept to a minimum. Behaviour should be in keeping with the

legislative requirements set out in section 2.4 and the Contractor’s employees and sub-contractors

must avoid any altercation or adversarial verbal exchanges with members of the public.

9 TOOLS, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

9.1 Isolation Procedure for Unsafe Plant and Equipment

In every case where there is any risk to a worker from an item of plant or equipment, the unit (and

all associated drives) must be isolated from use and clearly tagged by having a “Danger Tag” or

“Out of Service” Tag attached to any control, switch, valve or other activator which must not be

energised, used or operated until rectified by an authorised technician. If service or repair work is

to be carried out on any plant or machinery, locks and/or appropriate tags shall be used to isolate

such plant or machinery.

9.2 Maintenance of Tools, Plant and Equipment

Contractors and their sub-contractors must provide all equipment necessary for the performance of

the contract work, and all tools, plant and equipment must be maintained in good working order.

The City of Bayswater will not be responsible for the loss or damage to equipment or personal

effects of the Contractor or subcontractors.

9.3 Access to City of Bayswater Machinery and Equipment

Contractors and subcontractors are not permitted to operate City of Bayswater equipment except

where directed by the Authorised Officer and only after being instructed in the correct use of that

class of equipment. All machinery and/or mobile equipment subject to special licenses or

certificates of competency must not be operated on site unless the operators have the appropriate

licences under the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work (National

Licensing Standard)

9.4 Safety Guards

All operating machinery shall be adequately protected by guards which comply with the

Occupational Safety and Health Regulations Part 4 Plant, Division 3 General duties applying to

plant.

9.5 Scaffolding and Ladders

All scaffolds and ladders will be constructed in accordance with applicable Australian Standards,

maintained in good order and condition and used in accordance with the Occupational Safety &

Health Act and Regulations Division 7.

9.6 Nail Guns and Explosive Tools

The use of nail guns and explosive tools is covered under regulations 4.50 and 4.51. The

contractor and any sub-contractors must ensure that, as far as is reasonably practicable, the site is

sufficiently controlled to prevent members of the public entering the site when nail guns or

explosive powered tools are being used.


10 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Personal Protective Equipment comprises of clothing and equipment that a worker wears to minimize

contact and exposure with occupational hazards. It is the responsibility of all contractors to ensure their

employees have the correct PPE to carry out their tasks in a safe manner, the use of this equipment

where necessary is mandatory.

10.1 Australian Standards

Australian Standards for selection, use and maintenance of protective clothing include AS2375,

AS2919 and AS3765. Should the required PPE not be worn, Contractor’s employees or

subcontractors will be required to cease all work until the correct equipment is obtained. Safety

helmets must be worn in areas where designated by the Authorised Officer.

If night work is involved, high visibility reflective clothing must be worn and must be rated for night

work under the Australian Standards AS/NZS 1906.4:1997. Road reserves are designed high

visibility clothing areas.

10.2 Sun (Ultra Violet) Protection

A hat and where possible, long sleeves and long pants shall be worn. The Contractor shall ensure

that SPF30+ broad spectrum sunscreen is available for all employees and subcontractors.

11 FIRST AID, FIRE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

11.1 Mustering Points

The City of Bayswater Authorised Officer will include emergency mustering sites in the site

induction. In the event of an emergency incident, a roll call of those present must be done at each

mustering point. Do not return to the area until directed by the Site Warden or other authorised site

person, and do not use any lifts on site until clearance is given.

11.2 Fire

In the event of fire, ensure the safety of people and immediately alert the emergency services.

Attempt to extinguish the fire only if safe to do so.

The location of fire extinguishers, hydrants, and hose reels will be included in the site induction and

the Contractor should note the location of these, the type of fire they are designed to fight and their

method of operation. Contractors should ensure that their workers and sub-contractors are

adequately trained in the use of the applicable classes of extinguishers. Fire hoses must not be

used for any other purposes. If a fire extinguisher is used, report it to the City’s Authorised Officer

so that replacement can be arranged. An incident report is to be completed for all fires.

11.3 Identification of Extinguisher Types

It is very important to use the right extinguisher in the correct situation. To allow for instant

recognition of which extinguisher is the most suitable, identification discs are displayed on the can

to indicate the particular types of fire it can be used on.

11.3.1 Dry Chemical The dry chemical extinguisher is safe to use on flammable liquid and electrical equipment

fires.


11.3.2 Water Water extinguishers can be used on fires of combustible material such as wood, paper and

fabrics. This type of extinguisher must not be used on electrical, combustible metals or

flammable liquid fires.

11.3.3 Foam Foam extinguishers are ideal for combustible materials and flammable liquid fires such as

wood, paper, fabric, cooking fats and petrol. However, this type must not be used on

combustible metal or electrical fires.

11.3.4 Carbon Dioxide Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is an ideal extinguisher for electrical and flammable liquid fires. It is

also effective on small surface combustible material fires.

11.3.5 Aqualoy Aqualoy is a purpose specific extinguisher for cooking appliance areas such as kitchen

ranges, cooking oils and fats. Care should be taken with all electrical equipment.

11.4 First Aid

The Occupational Safety & Health Act 1984 and Regulations require Contractors to provide first aid

facilities and personnel (Reg. 3.12). All injuries must be reported to the Responsible Officer.

11.5 Emergency Calls

IN CASE OF ANY EMERGENCY: DIAL 000

State the service required - Fire Brigade, Police or Ambulance.

12 ACCIDENTS AND ‘NEAR MISSES’

12.1 Accidents

All accidents must be reported to the City of Bayswater's Authorised Officer as soon as possible

after the incident. Investigation is to occur promptly and be reported on the City of Bayswater

“Accident/Incident Investigation” form obtainable from the Authorised officer. These forms are

reviewed and investigated by the City's Safety Committee as part of their procedures for

monitoring and maintaining a safe workplace.

12.2 ‘Near Misses’

All ‘near misses’ must be reported to the site office and recorded by the Contractor. Investigation

is to occur promptly and rectification action taken where appropriate.

13 GASES AND CHEMICALS

13.1 Gas Cylinders

Ensure that all gas cylinders are stored and secured in a safe place and condition, in the upright

position away from heat and fastened or secured to prevent them falling.

13.2 Chemicals

The Contractor shall have onsite and made available upon request to the City's Authorised Officer

a list of all chemicals to be used for the performance of the contract, together with a copy of the

current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for each chemical. No other chemicals shall be used without prior


approval of the Responsible Officer and provision of a SDS. All containers shall be clearly labelled

with the manufacturer's or similar labels.

14 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

14.1 Asbestos and Mineral Fibres Licence for Removal

No asbestos or asbestos containing substance shall be brought onto site without prior specific

approval in writing. Existing asbestos containing materials shall only be handled in accordance

with a site management plan approved by the Authorised Officer. Silica shall not be used for

abrasive blasting. Synthetic mineral fibres (glass fibre, Rockwool and ceramic fibres) shall only be

handled in accordance with NOHSC: 1004(1990)]. National Code of Practice for the Safe Use of

Synthetic Mineral Fibres

14.2 Paint

Paints and polyurethane containing isocyanates (‘two pack’) shall not be used on site unless

written approval is obtained from the Authorised Officer and adequate ventilation and mist controls

are in place.

15 DANGEROUS AND ‘OUT OF SERVICE’ TAGGING

15.1 City of Bayswater tagging procedure

The City of Bayswater requires contractors to implement procedures for the use of ‘Danger’ tags,

‘Out of Service’ tags and 'Lock Out' systems. Contractors must ensure that they and their staff use

the systems in accordance with procedures when necessary. Contractors shall provide their own

‘Danger’, ‘Out of Service’ tags and lock out mechanisms and use them as follows:

15.1.1 For Contractor and Sub-Contractor’s Own Protection: The Contractor shall isolate ALL equipment, switches and controls required to ensure that

the work site is safe. Place tags(s)/locks plant on all electrical switches, switchboards and

other appropriate switches, valves, main isolators or key rings.

16 WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK

A Working with Children Check (WWC Check) is a compulsory national criminal record check for certain

people who engage in child-related work in Western Australia. If the contractor or any employees,

volunteers or students on work placement (paid or unpaid) are engaged in child related work, or if the

usual duties of their role involve children or contact with a child, then the employees may require a WWC

Check prior to commencement of any activity as per this contract. For more information on WWC Check

requirements and to apply, visit www.checkwwc.wa.gov.au.

http://www.checkwwc.wa.gov.au/


CONTRACTOR ACKOWLEDGEMENT:

(to be provided at site induction or prior to commencement of works)

I/We have read the City of Bayswater Contractor Safety Handbook CM03-15 and acknowledge the

Contractor's obligations therein:

Tender/project ref:___________________________________

Description of works:______________________________________

Name:____________________________________________________

Company:__________________________________________________

Date:_____________________

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