EH&SAWARDS2016

NOMINATION BOOKLET

Recognising and rewarding innovation and excellence in Environmental Innovation, Health and Safety

Innovation, and Community Leadership.

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ENVIRONMENTAL INNOVATION AWARD

This award is for outstanding achievement in developing and successfully applying a new initiative or an original solution in one or more aspects of

environmental management at a concrete, extractive or cement operation.

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Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdDesign and construction of an automatic CO2 dosing system to treat high pH water from concrete batching allowing disposal to sewer.

Neilsens Quality Gravels Pty LtdRecycling of exhausted pits from sand and gravel extraction for a variety of beneficial uses such as enhancing the environmental value of the land.

Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdDesign and construction of stormwater improvements to retain a 1 in 5 year stormwater event at the Mount View Quarry which is located in one of the highest rainfall environments in Australia.

Boral Construction Materials and CementRestoration works at Ormeau Quarry including stormwater management, weed removal, revegetation and remediation works to restore high environmental values within Pimpama Creek.

Neilsens Quality Gravels Pty LtdInstallation of a fines recovery plant to treat slurry waste resulting in reduced silt to silt ponds, reduced waste disposal costs, and production of a saleable product.

Q-crete PremixRedesign of the onsite stormwater management system including water pit redesign, recirculation pump and baffle system to stabilise pH and manage water quality effectively.

Boral Construction Materials and CementApplication of recycled materials to design and build an industrial stormwater management system that captures, contains and clarifies stormwater runoff at the Ormeau Quarry.

Boral Construction Materials and CementComplete rehabilitation undertaken at the Innes Park Quarry using in-house expertise including development of a batter contouring system, and seeding of approximately 34 ha of pasture grass.

Hy-tec IndustriesImplementation of a cement weigh bin overfill alarm combined with an emergency pneumatic pressure release valve to safe guard against possible cement discharges.

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Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdImplementation of a strategy to better monitor, manage and report on water and stormwater for quarries including water measurement meters, automatic weather stations, and water quality sampling equipment.

Pioneer North QueenslandUse of reflective target prism monitoring on high wall benches to measure, monitor and record overall rates of slope movement on benches.

Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdDesign and construction of a stormwater management system including pump and pipe network at the Toowoomba Quarry capable of capturing and treating a 1 in 5 year, 24 hour ARI rainfall event.

Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdImplementation of Global Biodiversity Management system developed by Holcim and the IUCN including rapid biodiversity assessments being undertaken by a specialist at every operational quarry in Queensland.

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIPAWARD

This award aims to recognise an exceptional contribution a CCAA member has made in enhancing the public perception and standing of the heavy construction

materials industry.

Hanson Australia Pty LtdImplementation of a school based traineeship program to develop stronger ties with the local community and schools, leading to a growing awareness of the industry and encouraging young people to join the industry.

HymixInstallation of a noise attenuating enclosure to minimise noise associated with slumping of loads at the front of the site.

Boral Construction Materials and CementThree year partnership with Griffith University to provide environmental management students with an introduction to how the environment is managed at concrete batch plants including lectures and site tours.

Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdRe-established engagement with the local community through a Community Engagement Plan including development of a community web page, SMS blast notification system, MoU with local Indigenous group, and support of local community events.

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Boral Construction Materials and CementPartnership with Cairns Regional Council in a community infrastructure project to improve cycle safety through construction of a concrete cycle way benefitting recreational riders and the 4000 students who attend local schools.

HEALTH AND SAFETY INNOVATION AWARD

This award is for outstanding achievement in developing and implementing an innovative solution to an identified health and safety issue at a concrete,

extractive or cement operation.

Hy-tec IndustriesDesign and implementation of a compressed air outlet mounted to the rear of mini agitators to allow wheelbarrow tyres to be inflated on-site.

Boral Construction Materials and CementIntroduction of dashboard cameras to monitor and train employees on safe driving techniques using captured conditions as key learning aids.

Cement Australia Pty LtdReduction in concrete testing manual handling activities through introduction of pallet system for cylinder moulds, mixing bowl vacuum cleaner, and a 12 volt vibrating table resulting in the elimination of 1650 controlled rodding actions.

Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdAfter a serious injury to one of their team-mates, the entire team at Beenleigh Concrete worked together to make a safer workplace around customer sites and concrete pumps.

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Boral Construction Materials and CementInstallation of horizontal side swinging “unauthorised access gates” on silo ladders to prevent gate fall risk when being opened from underneath.

Pioneer North QueenslandDesign and installation of a Y valve which provides the ability to change the sand plant configuration for different materials, saving two hours in mode changes and reducing manual handling and safety issues.

Boral Construction Materials and CementDesign and implementation of a digital tyre pressure checking device and management process to accurately and effectively check and adjust tyre pressure.

Hy-tec IndustriesImplementation of a cement weigh bin overfill alarm combined with an emergency pneumatic pressure release valve to safe guard against possible cement discharges.

Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdInstallation of a risk safety board and TV monitor as an aid to assist knowledge transfer and allow positive communication of daily hazards and risks.

Boral Construction Materials and CementIn conjunction with Mack and Cesco, a new agitator truck has been designed with improved roll stability performance to provide drivers with a greater safety margin on the road.

Hy-tec IndustriesImplementation of hinged wash out pit gates with mounted water release outlets resulting in reduced risk of injury for operators.

Boral Construction Materials and CementIntroduction of a glove matrix to link standard and non-standard activities to the best hand protection options to improve safety performance and reduce hand related injuries.

Hanson Australia Pty LtdDevelopment of a crusher wedge guide tool at Nerang Quarry to ensure the wedges used to dismantle a crusher for maintenance are restrained and no longer causing a “missile” hazard.

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Boral Construction Materials and CementImplementation of a restraint wrap system (an alternative to the traditional wire braid whip check) to restrain pressurised cement tanker product hoses in the event of coupling failure or inadvertent release.

Hy-tec IndustriesImplementation of a mobile loader conveyor at Townsville concrete site to enable colour oxide and other additive bags to be inserted into the agitator trucks safely.

Hanson Australia Pty LtdDue to high industry truck rollover rates, an innovative truck rollover crash prevention program including code of behaviour aimed at decreasing the risk and rates of rollovers has been developed.

Hanson Australia Pty LtdIntroduction of haul road safety system based on 3D modelling including colour coding haul truck gear ratios and signage with zero incidents, as well as cost savings of 18-21 cents per tonne through reduced fuel burn.

Hanson Australia Pty LtdDevelopment of a storage rack for concrete formwork to enable safe and easy storage, as well as safer manual handling for loading and unloading heavier/larger items.

Hy-tec IndustriesDesign and implementation of exclusion zones for all sites including signage, cats eyes, bollards, fencing and beacons to reduce the rate of risk and harm to persons and equipment.

Boral Construction Materials and CementBy adopting a project management approach to safety on the Curtis Island LNG demobilisation projects, a behavioural shift to a fully interdependent team environment resulting in Zero Harm was delivered.

Boral Construction Materials and CementImplementation of the Continuous Improvement Idea and Sharing Process (CIISP) to foster teamwork and promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and sharing of good ideas.

Holcim (Australia) Pty LtdInclusion of dash board camera video footage in induction training for contractors and delivery persons to effectively communicate the correct vehicle route and potential hazards to the site workshop.

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