Document Version Control Date Change By 2 .0 02/12/20 Issue to client RG Height Safety Audit Report Sky5 Head Office: 8 / 809 - 821 Botany Rd Rosebery NSW 2 018 1300 301 214 sky5.com.au COPYRIGHT © This report is the property of Sky5 Pty Ltd, and is licensed to the client for use on this project only. Reproductions of this document shall only be undertaken in full with the written permission of Sky5 Pty Ltd. c gp 03 01 Gateway Plaza 641 - 659 Bellarine Hwy, Leopold Vic 3224 Site Reference Number: V30 6 Inspection Date: 16 / 1 1 / 20 2 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza Table of Contents 1.0 Centre Height Safety Risk Profile 1.1 Centre Risk Profile 2.0 Introduction 2.1 Risk Management 2.2 Risk Assessment Criteria 2.3 How to use the audit document 2.4 Alternative risk mitigation 2.5 Disclaimer 2.6 Confidentiality Statement 3.0 Audit Findings 4.0 Australian Standards Reference Guide 5.0 Audit Media (Higher Resolution Images) Conducted on 16 th November 2020 Prepared by Sky5 Pty Ltd Personnel R. Gibbs 3 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza 1.0 Centre Risk Profile A summary of the Risk Rating applied to each hazard identified within the Height Safety Audit Report. Item specific findings are presented within part 3.0 of the Height Safety Audit Report Risk Ratings Number of items by Priority Rating Significant Moderate Minor Total Areas 6 26 7 4 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza 2.0 Introduction The objectives of this audit are to enable Centre Management and Facilities management to review existing fall prevention and safe access systems. The audit has been devised to create a formal record of the roof areas / site access and fall prevention an d safe access systems. A review was undertaken against the following local legislative requirements: • AS 1657:2018 Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders • AS/NZS 1891.1:2007 Part 1: Harnesses & Ancillary Equipment • AS/NZS 1891.2:2001 Part 2: Hor izontal Lifeline and Rail Systems • AS/NZS 1891.3:1997 Part 3: Fall Arrest Devices • AS/NZS 1891.4:2009 Part 4: Selection, use and maintenance • Local State Workplace Health & Safety Act • Local State Workplace Health & Safety Regulations • Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces: Code of Practice 2018 (QLD) • Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces: Code of Practice 2016 (NSW) • Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces: Code of Practice 2013 (NT) • Managing the Risk of Falls in the Workplace: Code of Practice 2015 ( SA) • Prevention of Falls at Workplaces: Code of Practice 2004 (WA) • Prevention of Falls in General Construction 2018 (VIC) 2.1 Risk Management. The audit identifies hazards and control measures that have been prioritised in accordance with o perations requi rements. Priority Labelled Colour Risk rating Time frame to Action 1 Significant Immediate Administration controls to be implemented until risk is mitigated 2 Moderate 6 Month Administration controls to be implemented until risk is mitigated 3 Minor 12 Months Administration controls to be implemented until risk is mitigated 5 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza 2.2 Risk Assessment. Involves estimating the level of risk – estimating the probability (likelihood) of an event occurring and the magnitude of effects (Consequence) if the event does occur. Essentially risk assessment lies at the heart of risk management, because it assists in providing the information required to respond to a potential risk. In a resource management setting, the risk assessment may be used to help manage, for example: occupational hazards (falling, system failures). Key to risk rating : Significant Moderate Minor Likelihood Very High 100 90 70 50 30 10 High Medium Low Very Low Negligible Negligible Very Small Small Medium Large Very Large Magnitude 6 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza 2.3 How to use the audit document, and an explanation example shown below: The map reference number (MR) found in the audit findings corresponds with the same number plotted on the roof layout plans. The MR number plotted on the roof layout plan indicates the precise locatio n of the identified hazard No fall protection to roof edge for gutter maintenance requirements – parapet 800mm high MR – 20 Install guardrail ( 900 mm high) as fall protection to roof edge for gutter maintenance requirements (60m) Appendix 22 Appendix 23 Appendix 24 Priority 1 2.4 Alternative mitigation using the hierarchy of controls can be reviewed. Centre management may review areas of roof that have minimal frequency or plant maintenance access requirements, these areas can be identified as “No Go Zones as an example. 2.5 Disclaimer The assessors believe the information contained within this risk assessment report to be correct at the time of printing. The assessors do not accept responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of the information herein. The report is based on mat ters which were observed or came to the attention of the assessors during the day of the assessment and should not be relied upon as an exhaustive record of all possible risks or hazards that may exist or potential improvements that can be made. Informatio n on the latest workers compensation and OHS / WHS laws can be found at the relevant State WorkCover / WorkSafe Authority. All measurements provided are approximate, and to be used as guidance only. Final measurements must be undertaken. 2.6 Confidentiality Statement In order to maintain the integrity and credibility of the risk assessment processes and to protect the partie s involved, it is understood that the assessors will not divulge to unauthorized persons any information obtained during this risk assessment unless legally obligated to do so. 7 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza 3.0 Audit Findings MR - 0 1 System Type No System Installed Hazard Fall from heights, Trip Hazard Reason - Change in level between walkway and platform exceeds 300mm ( Refer to reference guide 3.2 & 3.9 ) Control Measure - Install compliant access ladder to safely access plant plaform from walkway. - Install compliant guardrail system to unprotected edge where change in level between adjacent roof and platform exceeds 300mm Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 1 Appendix 2 Appendix 3 Appendix 4 Appendix 5 Appendix 6 Appendix 7 MR - 0 2 System Type Walkway Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason The clear width of a walkway shall be not less than 600mm ( Refer to reference guide 4.5 ) Control Measure Install additional walkway to achieve required 600mm width Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 8 8 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 0 3 System Type No System Installed Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason Trip hazard exists due to the lack of walkway provided to users when accessing serviceable areas of plant and equipment for regular maintenance requirements. Control Measure Install walkway to all serviceable areas of plant and equipment requiring maintenance on a regular basis. Risk Rating Priority 3 Appendix 9 Appendix 10 MR - 0 4 System Type No System Installed Hazard No Safe Access Reason No safe means of access to canopy roof areas for maintenance of roof gutters. Control Measure Option 1 - Install access ladder and fall restraint system to provide safe access. Option 2 - EWP access only (assuming frequency is low). Risk Rating Management Discussion Appendix 11 Appendix 12 9 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 0 5 System Type Walkway Hazard Trip Hazard s Reason Trip hazard exists due to cable trays and pipes over the walkway. Change of height creates and trip hazard and smooth surface may cause slips if wet. Control Measure Install compliant steps over full width of cable trays and pipes. Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 13 Appendix 14 Appendix 15 MR - 0 6 System Type Walkway Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason Trip hazard exists due to missing section of walkway . Users are required to walk over roof flashing to continue travel along full length of walkway which may cuase slips and falls due to non slip resistant surface ( Refer to reference guide 4.6) Control Measure Install missing section of walkway Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 16 Appendix 17 10 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 07 System Type Access Ladder Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason Trip hazard exists due to the gap between the top rung and landing exceeds max. distance of 100mm ( Refer to reference guide 7.3 ) Control Measure Remove and replace ladder with compliant system Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 18 Appendix 19 MR - 0 8 System Type No System Installed Hazard Fall from heights, Trip Hazard Reason - Change in level between roof and platform exceeds 300mm ( Refer to reference guide 3.9 ) Control Measure - Install compliant guardrail system to unprotected edge where change in level between adjacent roof and platform exceeds 300mm Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 20 Appendix 21 Appendix 22 11 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 0 9 System Type Anchorage Point Hazard Fall from heights, No Safe Access Reason Install ation of PV panels has compromised the anchor point systems. Some anchors are no longer accessible and overall system does not allow correct work positioning. Control Measure Remove existing anchor point system and install horizontal life line system s and/or fall arrest anchors along un - protected edges as means of fall protection. Risk Rating Priority 1 Appendix 23 Appendix 24 Appendix 25 Appendix 26 Appendix 27 MR - 10 System Type No System Installed Hazard No Safe Access Reason No safe means of access to lower roof areas for maintenance of roof gutter and plant. Control Measure EWP access only (assuming frequency is low) Risk Rating Management Discussion Appendix 28 12 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 11 System Type Access Ladder Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason Ladder landing platforms are unstable due to l oose and missing fixings Control Measure Repair l adder landing platforms to manufacturers specifications. Risk Rating Priority 1 Appendix 29 Appendix 30 MR - 12 System Type No System Installed Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason Trip hazard exists due to the lack of walkway provided to users when accessing serviceable areas of plant and equipment for regular maintenance requirements. Control Measure Install walkway to all serviceable areas of plant and equipment requiring maintenance on a regular basis. Risk Rating Priority 3 Appendix 31 Appendix 32 Appendix 33 13 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 13 System Type No System Installed Hazard Fall from heights, Trip Hazard Reason Change in level between roof and platform exceeds 300mm ( Refer to reference guide 3.9 ) Control Measure Install compliant guardrail system to unprotected edge where change in level between adjacent roof and platform exceeds 300mm Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 34 Appendix 35 Appendix 36 MR - 14 System Type Walkway Hazard Trip Hazard Reason Trip hazard exists due to cable tray over the walkway. Change of height creates and trip hazard and smooth surface may cause slips if wet. Control Measure Install compliant step over full width of cable tray Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 37 14 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 15 System Type No System Installed Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury, No Safe Access Reason No safe access between roof areas. Existing walkway system do not connect. Contractors and staff are forced to walk on roof sheets and climb over parapet wall to access plant and gutters. Control Measure Install walkway system to create a new link between the existing systems and access ladder over parapet. Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 38 Appendix 39 Appendix 40 MR - 16 System Type Access Ladder Hazard Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason - Slip hazard exists as ladder rungs do not sufficient clearance from back edge of rung. ( Refer to reference guide 6. 7 ) Control Measure Remove and replace ladder with compliant system Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 41 Appendix 42 15 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 17 System Type Walkway Hazard Trip Hazard Reason Trip hazard exists due to pipes crossing walkaways. Control Measure Install step landings over pipes were they cross walkways. Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 43 Appendix 44 MR - 18 System Type No System Installed Hazard Fall from heights, Trip Hazard Reason Change in level between roof and platform exceeds 300mm ( Refer to reference guide 3.9 ) Control Measure Install compliant guardrail system to unprotected edge where change in level between adjacent roof and platform exceeds 300mm Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 45 Appendix 46 16 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 19 System Type No System Installed Hazard No Safe Access Reason Access to signage & lighting systems Control Measure Option 1 – E WP only Option 2 – I nstall horizontal life line systems along fall edge as means of fall protection. Risk Rating Management Discussion Appendix 47 Appendix 48 MR - 20 System Type Access Ladder Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason - Change in level between walkway and platform exceeds 300mm ( Refer to reference guide 3.2 & 3.9 ) - Existing stair does not compl y with AS1657.2018 ( Refer to reference guide 7.8 & 8.3 ) Control Measure - Install compliant access ladder to safely access plant plaform from walkway. - Install compliant guardrail system to unprotected edge where change in level between adjacent roof and platform exceeds 300mm Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 49 Appendix 50 17 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 21 System Type Horizontal Lifeline Hazard Fall Hazard Reason Existing horizontal life line does not comply with AS1891.2 or manufacturers specifications. Control Measure Remove and rep lace existing system with AS1891.2 compliant horizontal life line system. Risk Rating Priority 1 Appendix 51 Appendix 52 MR - 22 System Type Other Hazard Fall from heights Reason Fragile Glass Control Measure Install warning signage or guardrail around perimeter of fragile glass Risk Rating Management Discussion Appendix 53 18 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 23 System Type Anchorage Point Hazard No Safe Access Reason No safe access to upper roof area. Control Measure I nstall fixed ladder to provide safe means of access from main roof level to upper roof area. Extened existing walkway system to new ladder. Install additional anchors to allow correct work positioning. Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 54 Appendix 55 MR - 24 System Type Access Ladder Hazard Other Reason - Angle of ladder not within 70 - 75 deg recommendation - Trip hazard exists due to the lack of a level landing between top rung of ladder and landing ( Refer to reference guide 5. 2 & 7.3 ) Control Measure Remove and replace ladder with compliant ladder system Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 56 19 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 25 System Type Anchorage Point Hazard No Safe Access Reason No safe access to upper roof area. Control Measure I nstall fixed ladder to provide safe means of access from main roof level to upper roof area. Extened existing walkway system to new ladder. Install additional anchors to allow correct work positioning. Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 57 MR - 26 System Type Other Hazard Other Reason Excessive b ird fowling in plant area. Control Measure Install anti - bird fowling systems. Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 58 Appendix 59 20 Height Safety Audit V30 6 _ Gateway Plaza MR - 27 System Type Other Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason - Change in level between walkway and platform exceeds 300mm ( Refer to reference guide 3.2 & 3.9 ) Existing stair does not compl y with AS1657.2018 ( Refer to reference guide 3.2 & 8.3 ) Control Measure - Install compliant step landing to safely access plant plaform from walkway. - Install compliant guardrail system to unprotected edge where change in level between adjacent roof and platform exceeds 300mm Risk Rating Priority 2 Appendix 60 Appendix 61 MR - 28 System Type No System Installed Hazard Trip Hazard, Slip Hazard, Sprain & Ankle Injury Reason Trip hazard exists due to the lack of walkway provided to users when accessing serviceable areas of plant and equipment for regular maintenance requirements. Control Measure Install walkway to all serviceable areas of plant and equipment requiring maintenance on a regular basis. Risk Rating Priority 3 Appendix 62 Appendix 63