MEDICAL CONDITIONS

If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, please inform our site manager upon arrival 

CONSIDERATE CONSTRUCTORS SCHEME

The Considerate Constructors Scheme is the national initiative set up by the construction industry to improve its image. Any work that could be construed by the general public as ‘construction’ can be registered with the Scheme. Sites, companies, and suppliers that register with the Scheme are monitored against a five-point Code of Considerate Practice, designed to encourage performance beyond statutory requirements. The Code consists of the following five sections:

Care about Appearance
Respect the Community
Protect the Environment
Secure everyone’s Safety
Value their Workforce

SITE ADDRESS

Buxton Building Contractors Limited c/o Newhaven Health Hub, 10 Newhaven Square, Newhaven BN9 9QS

Project Manager & Site Safety Representative / First Aider

 

Mr Lucas Pawluk - 07483 986808

Contracts Manager

 Mr Martyn Smith - 07384 112406

Site Working Hours

Monday – Friday: 08:00 to 17:30hrs

PLEASE STAGGER ENTRY AND EXIT TIMES TO AVOID CONGESTION AT THE GATES

We monitor all site working hours.

Any work outside these hours must be by appointment.

Anyone working outside these hours without permission puts the project at risk and could face disciplinary action.

Recording Presence on Site

All individuals are required to sign in upon entering and sign out upon leaving the site. This process is conducted using your phone to scan a QR code at the designated entry/exit points.

 
If you have any difficulties scanning the QR code, please directly proceed to the site office

Parking

Please park in the Dacre Road car park and car/van share where possible 

  

Parking

There will be no Contractor Parking on-site for the duration of the contract 

Site Boundaries & Access

The site boundaries are clearly identified on the site logistic plan 

Traffic Marshall

Please obey directions from our traffic marshall(s), they are appointed to direct & manage all site delivery vehicles, site personnel, operatives & visitors.

All deiveries must be escorted by the marshall/banksman.

YOU MUST GIVE WAY TO PEDESTRIANS

 

Deliveries

Ensure that all deliveries are booked 24 hrs in advance so that the shared access time is arranged.

Delivery Gate 1 - No Artic Lorries, but Wagon & Drag is acceptable, from A259 Meeching Road - Dacre Road

Delivery Gate 2 - Small van deliveries only from A259 Bridge Street - Senlac Road

 

NO ARTICULATED VEHICLES

We can only accept fixed axle or wagon & drag vehicles by appointment only.

Welfare facilities are provided for your convenience, please respect them!

If there are any concerns with the welfare facilities, please report them to a member of the Buxton site management team

Eat and drink within the welfare area or in your own vehicle

Only water should be taken onto the site.

Please do not abuse the welfare provisions provided for you!

HAND WASHING & TOILET FACILITIES

Welfare facilities will be regularly cleaned throughout the day.

Wash and clean your hands with soap and water/ sanitiser before exiting the welfare facility

The Fire Plan will now be explained

Activate the remote Fire Alarms and then call the Fire Brigade by dialing 999 from the nearest available telephone. Give the correct site address: 

Buxton Building Contractors Limited c/o Newhaven Health Hub, 10 Newhaven Square, Newhaven BN9 9QS

The Fire Safety Plan is displayed at strategic points around the site. In the event of discovering a fire, please refer to the site-specific strategy
The Muster Point is located

Opposite to the Vets

Do not stop or return to collect personal belongings
Ensure visitors are escorted from the building to the assembly point
You must remain at the assembly point

The site Hazard board is routinely updated to provide information on route changes and amendments

Review exit plans daily
Fire extinguishers are positioned at strategic points.

A similar procedure should be adopted for other emergency evacuations, e.g. Gas or chemical escapes

If in doubt ask!!

ACCIDENT AND UNPLANNED EVENT REPORTING

If you are involved in, or witness, an accident incident or near miss, report it as soon it is safe to do so to the Buxton Management team.

Trained First Aiders will be able to assist
All Unplanned Events will be chronicled for future reference

Location of first aid point: Site Project Office

The current first aider on site is Lucas Pawluk

HOSPITAL LOCATION

Nearest A&E Department

Should an injury require treatment, the nearest hospital with an A&E department is: Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 5BE - 01273 696955

 

MINIMUM PPE REQUIREMENTS

Head Protection - Safety Helmets
High Visibility clothing
Lace Up Ankle Support Boots
(Rigger Boots & Safety Trainers are not accepted)

are ALL mandatory

PLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON SITE. ONLY LONG TROUSERS MAY BE WORN

All other identified protection including hand and eye protection is to be task-specific!
Do not operate any plant or equipment without authorisation, certification, and the correct PPE
All work at height is fully Risk Assessed

Management reserves the right to remove anyone from working on-site if they fail to follow these requirements!

The existing survey is on file

The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 now includes the duty that employers shall provide appropriate training for all workers who are likely to be exposed to asbestos.

Buxton requires all operatives entering their workplace to have received a UKATA certified Asbestos Awareness online training, a 2-hour course that will meet all of our needs. Once the UKATA Asbestos Awareness training has been completed you will receive a certificate valid for 12 months.

All certification must be valid

We all need to have been formally trained on ASBESTOS AWARENESS to work on this development

 

Information, instruction and training for asbestos awareness is intended to give workers and supervisors the information they need to avoid and/or identify material that may contain asbestos during any normal work which could disturb the fabric of a building, or other items which might contain asbestos.

It will not prepare workers, or self-employed contractors, to carry out work with Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACM). If a worker is planning to carry out work that will disturb ACMs, further information, instruction and training will be needed.

Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys (R&D Surveys)

Large amounts of Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) were used for a wide range of construction purposes in new and refurbished buildings until 1999 when all use of asbestos was banned. This extensive use means that there are still many buildings in Great Britain that contain asbestos.

R&D surveys will be necessary when the building (or part of it) is to be upgraded, refurbished, or demolished must be carried out before any refurbishment or demolition work commences.

R&D Surveys are intended to locate all the asbestos in the building (or the relevant part), as far as is reasonably practicable.

R&D Survey reports will include full results of all materials sampled or presumed to contain asbestos, a full list, and a description of all areas inspected marked plans and conclusions. 

The R&D Survey for this project is available, together with the Asbestos Emergency Response Procedure

  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Your employer is responsible for providing

Safe method of work and safely maintained equipment
A safe place of work, with safe access

All employees are responsible for

Taking care of themselves and others
Reporting problems, hazards, and near misses
Checking their own tools and issued equipment, including PPE
Co-operating and complying with rules, equipment, and permit restrictions.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Buxton understands, accepts, and values the differences between people including those:

of different races, ethnic groups, genders, ages, religions, disabilities, and sexual orientations
with differences in education, personalities, skill sets, experiences, and knowledge bases

RESPECT ON SITE

Buxton has zero tolerance for bullying, harassment, or discrimination of any kind, including sexual harassment and intimidation. We expect all persons on-site to act professionally and treat others with respect. Banter can go too far, what seems like a joke to one person may be offensive or unacceptable to another. Harassment isn’t just physical, inappropriate comments, gestures, or behaviour related to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation will not be tolerated. It’s the law, and failure to comply may result in removal from site. If you see or experience any issues, report them to site management, we will act on it.

ZERO TOLERANCE

Buxton take a ZERO tolerance on drugs and alcohol on site

 
There is No Smoking or Vaping on site

    

Threatening and / or physical abuse could result in criminal proceedings

Mobile phones should only be used where it is safe to do so as identified in your RAMS
No Portable radios, No headphones or earbuds, etc.
Dress Modestly - No Shorts

Misuse of equipment or unsafe practices will not be tolerated

No Spitting, Swearing, Shouting, Abusive, or Derogatory remarks will be tolerated
Misuse of fire fighting equipment will not be accepted.

Report all accidents or unplanned events to site management

Any contravention of these site rules, whether deliberate or accidental, may result in the following:-

Immediate dismissal from the site if you have committed an act of gross misconduct in the opinion of Site Management.

A verbal warning (recorded in the disciplinary register) for misconduct of a minor nature.

A written warning (recorded in the disciplinary register) for misconduct of a serious nature or repetition of previous minor misconduct.

Dismissal from the site for repetitive misconduct or generally repetitive misbehavior.

NO PHOTOGRAPHY OR POSTING ON SOCIAL MEDIA

It is forbidden to take any photographs or post anything on social media with a mobile phone, camera or any device unless you have permission from the Buxton management team.

 

 

FORS

As a Champion, Buxton is promoting the FORS Standard across our supply chain. 

The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) is a voluntary accreditation scheme encompassing all aspects of safety, fuel efficiency, vehicle emissions, and improved operations. FORS helps fleet operators to measure and monitor performance and alter their operations in order to demonstrate best practice. It is open to operators of vans, lorries, mini-buses, coaches, and other vehicles, and to the organisations that award contracts to those operators.

DAILY BRIEFINGS

Undertaken before any works start

Explain how certain trades will interact and work together

Detail how the Safe System of Work is to be undertaken, and the controls required to minimise the risks of the activity.

If you have any suggestions; SPEAK UP!
If you have any questions; ASK THEM!

 

METHOD STATEMENTS

All activities must be covered by an approved Method Statement

These method statements must strictly be adhered to

Everybody on site will be fully briefed on their Method Statement

In conjunction with this induction, all operational staff MUST have access to, and be briefed on their Method Statement

Copies of all signed method statements must be returned to Buxton’s site management team

Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action

 

RISK ASSESSMENTS

Everybody on site will be fully briefed on their Risk Assessments
All activities must be covered by an approved Risk Assessment
You must fully understand and strictly abide by your Risk Assessment

Failure to comply WILL result in disciplinary being taken

COSHH 

It is essential that we control substances that are hazardous or harmful to health

We can prevent or reduce  exposure to hazardous substances by:

Finding out what the health hazards are
Providing control measures to reduce harm to health
Making sure they are used and stored correctly
Keeping all control measures in good working order
Planning for emergencies

COSHH Data Sheets are retained by Site Management. IF IN DOUBT – ASK.

All contractors bringing onto the site any hazardous substance must notify Site Management and be in possession of a suitable COSHH assessment and material data sheet.

 

COMPETENCY

Upon arrival to the site, you will be requested to supply the  following competency certification

CSCS or CPCS
UKATA Asbestos Awareness
Other safety-related documentation

TOOLBOX TALKS

Every operative will attend at least one TBT per week

Subcontractors are to give their own toolbox talks

Registers of attendance to be maintained

PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Only certificated operators to use mobile plant
All electrical tools to be PAT tested
A permit will be required for any stepladder use
Regular PAT testing will be undertaken throughout the project
No reversing without a banksman

MOBILE TOWERS

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION

Only operatives with a valid PASMA for users’ certificate/card can assemble, dismantle, alter, inspect, and move mobile access towers.

Operatives without PASMA certification cannot erect a tower, but need to have sufficient knowledge of the potential dangers and the safety precautions required during use.

PERMITS

Some activities need special Permits before you can start work;

Permit to Work: Will be required in zones “coned” off and marked as a Hazard

Permit to Load:  Primarily for pouring concrete above a certain height. Issued by the temporary works co-ordinator
Permit to Strike: Primarily for removal of falsework or formwork.  Issued by the temporary works co-ordinator

Permit to Break ground: for any excavation or hand digging and MUST include all relevant and current service drawings

HOT WORKS

Hot-work permits are required for any operation involving open flames, heat-producing, and/or sparks.

Must be prepared by a competent person
Ensure the correct PPE, physical barriers and all the necessary safety equipment including a suitable fire extinguisher
Contractors must supply their own safety equipment

ALL permits MUST be sign-off and closed out by 4 pm

SCAFFOLDING

Erection, adaptation, and/or dismantling of all scaffolding, basic or complex, must only be undertaken by a competent person  -  Scaffolder

NO MATERIALS ARE TO BE LEFT ON THE GANTRY OR COMPOUND OVERNIGHT

If the scaffold is incomplete  DO NOT USE IT

Management reserves the right to dismiss anyone from the site should they be caught tampering with scaffolding.

HAZARD BOARDS

Stop, read & digest information

Share and communicate to prevent occurrences

Make others aware

 

Work Areas

Observe safety signage
Do not cross physical barriers
Keep all access routes clear of any debris and materials

SERVICES

NO LIVE WORKING

Treat ALL services, pipes, and cables as LIVE
All Excavations, either hand or mechanical, require a Permit to Dig - even driving a pin into the ground
Isolation and energisation can only be undertaken with a permit
Permits can only be issued by an authorised person

 

IF IN DOUBT, STOP !!!

NOISE

If your work activities create excessive noise – which is currently considered to be 85dB(A) – then suitable hearing protection (muffs or plugs) must be provided and worn that reduce the noise levels to below this rating

 

Contractors should carry out their own Noise Assessments of the actual tasks undertaken – but as a guide, if people are 2 metres apart and they are having to shout to each other to be understood then the noise level is considered to be above 85dB(A) 

ABRASIVE WHEELS SAFETY - KEY POINTS

Abrasive wheels are tools used for cutting, grinding, polishing, shaping, and finishing in many industries such as construction, maintenance, and manufacturing. Common examples include angle grinders, bench grinders, belt sanders, and specialised grinding machines.

DO:
• Ensure you are properly trained and competent before using any abrasive wheel equipment.
• Follow all safety instructions, user manuals, and training materials.
• Use the machine only for its intended purpose and under suitable supervision if required.
• Refresh your knowledge regularly – retaking the Abrasive Wheels Awareness course every 2 years is strongly recommended.

DON’T:
• Do not use abrasive wheel equipment if you are not trained and authorised.
• Do not ignore safety guidelines – improper use can lead to serious injury or health risks.

Proper awareness and training are essential to keep you and others safe on site. Always put safety first.

VIBRATION

A wide range of tools used during construction/demolition activities, particularly those with a percussive or rotary action, have the potential to cause serious long term health problems – such as vibration white finger and hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)

If your work activities have the potential to create such health issues then you must carry out suitable risk assessments that detail the control measures that you will implement to protect your tradespersons – including the maximum “trigger time” allowed for an individual to use a specific item of equipment

It is therefore also important that you maintain records of the actual usage of all equipment that has the potential to cause this health hazard

Due to the nature of surrounding businesses vibration monitoring stations have been installed around the site to ensure that vibration is kept to a minimum

DUST CONTROL

Please do not assume that your works do not create dust and are exempt!
Cutting a hole in a plasterboard wall, or cutting insulation, for example, is creating dust and is responsible not only for cleaning the debris but also for clearing the dust in a responsible way.

As guidance, the following advice is given
Sweeping should be a last resort
Where sweeping is deemed necessary, it must be accompanied by damping down.
Suitable masks that fit correctly should be worn at all times during the creation or clearing of dust.
Nearby workers of other traders need to be considered.

All tools creating dust (saws, sanding machines, etc.) must include a vacuum extraction connected to the machine with the correct type of filter (class M)
Where collection of dust from the floor etc, is necessary, this should be carried out by mechanical means i.e. an industrial vacuum cleaner, again with a class M filter
Cutting, sawing, etc. should be carried out in a well-ventilated place wherever possible. 

FACE FIT MASKS will be required when mechanical dust extraction needs supplementing

ENVIRONMENT

“Waste minimisation is a process of elimination that involves reducing the amount of waste produced on-site helping to eliminate the generation of harmful and persistent wastes, supporting our efforts to promote a more sustainable society.”

ECOLOGY

Biosecurity means taking steps to make sure that good hygiene practices are in place to reduce and minimise the risk of spreading invasive non-native species such as Japanese Knotweed, an example of good practice include:

Arriving and leaving site with clean footwear, vehicles and equipment in particular removing any accumulated mud.

SKIPS

To help the environment, please use materials carefully avoiding excess waste.

Please segregate waste wherever possible.

Help reduce the number of skip movements by packing carefully, avoid creating voids and unusable space.

FLAT ITEMS AT THE BOTTOM AND SIDES OF THE SKIP
SEGREGATE TIMBER (WHERE POSSIBLE)
SEGREGATE METAL (WHERE POSSIBLE)
HEAVY ITEMS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SKIP
FLATTEN BOXES AND PACKAGING
AVOID VOIDS AND AIR GAPS

NO HAZARDOUS OR HARMFUL MATERIALS ARE TO BE PLACED IN THIS SKIP

NO PLASTERBOARD OR GYPSUM MATERIALS
 NO PAINT OR AEROSOL CANS (UNLESS EMPTY)
NO FLUORESCENT TUBES
NO BATTERIES
NO GAS CYLINDERS, LIQUIDS, OR SOLVENTS
NO ELECTRICAL GOODS OR FRIDGES

 

MANUAL HANDLING

Manual handling causes over a third of all workplace injuries. These include work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as pain and injuries to arms, legs, and joints, and repetitive strain injuries of various sorts.

The term Manual Handling covers a wide variety of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, and carrying. If any of these tasks are not carried out appropriately there is a risk of injury.
To help prevent Manual Handling injuries in the workplace, employers must look at the risks of that task and put sensible health and safety measures in place to prevent and avoid injury.

HEALTH & WELLBEING

Good health is about the mind as well as the body - feeling physically fit, and feeling good about ourselves, means that we can go and achieve more of the things we want to do in life

Mental health conditions are very common. One in four adults will experience some kind of mental health problem over the course of a year

If you are worried about your mental health, there's nothing to be ashamed of. It's important to take care of your mental health, and seek help and support just as you would for a physical health condition - whether that means going to see your GP, finding a support group, or trying some self-help strategies