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Safety First BriefingMay 2018

A note from Brian Madden, Head of Safety for ISS Labour Ltd


Welcome to our Safety First Brief for May.

Welcome to this month’s Safety First Briefing, please take a few minutes to read through and familiarise yourself with the information here.

Over the last few months we have had instances of staff leaving site without signing out, which has caused ourselves and our clients major issues. It is vital that you sign in and out of every shift, to ensure we can account for your whereabouts.

Every office has an on-call number and is monitored 24/7 so if you have any problems before, during or after your shifts, this should be your first point of contact. If you are unaware of the on-call number, call your local office and they will advise.

We’ve had an increasing number of vehicle accidents, so I would urge you to be cautious and stay alert at all times when travelling to and from work.

There are some contact details and numbers for advice on drug and alcohol related issues later in the briefing. We recognise that there can be times when we all could use some help or advice, so feel free to contact me if you want to discuss any issues, or use the independent sources and advice on offer.

If there’s anything you would like to see covered in upcoming issues of the Safety First briefing, let us know at [email protected] or contact me on the number below.

Thanks for reading,

Brian Madden07377 877555

mailto:[email protected]


Accidents and IncidentsDuring April there were 3 accidents and 4 incidents reported:

1. Accident Details

On 01/04/2018 at Kiverton the IP was helping to load a van with equipment when a lighting pole struck his face causing asmall cut on the nose.

Investigation

The investigation found that the placement of one item of equipment caused another piece to raise up and strike the IP onthe face.

Recommendations

Care to be taken when loading equipment or items into van to ensure that they are placed in appropriate order to preventsimilar injury.

2. Accident Details

On the 16/04/2018 at Devonshire Road Compound the IP was helping to move a drum of cable close to a fenced area. The IPwas restricted in movement & unable to move his foot when the drum rolled - causing bruising & swelling to the upper foot(behind the toe protection).

Investigation

The investigation indicated that the position that the IP was standing in relation to the fence meant he was unable to movehis foot away in time to prevent the injury.

Recommendations

Walk through undertaken on site with client to assess the action and activity, and see if work review required.

3. Accident Details

On 19/04/2018 at NWEP Phase 3 the IP was helping to move equipment when a piece of rail fell over, and caused the finger on the left hand to be trapped and pinched.

Investigation

The investigation found that the cause of the accident was due to the rail moving in relation to the IP’s fingers.

Recommendations

All staff to consider where they are placing their hands and feet when moving equipment, and if the method of handling plant or equipment is suitable.


1. Incident Details

On 02/04/2018 at Liverpool an RRV with a brush box attachment moving through the site struck & damaged a cable.

Investigation

The investigation indicated that the RRV was positioned to pass through with the brush box on in the wrong direction, meaningthe MC could not see the cable until after they had passed it. The MC acknowledges he should have moved the RRV to anotherposition to allow it to turn and face the correct direction.

Recommendations

Machine Controller to be re-briefed on correct processes.

2. Incident Details

On 15/04/2018 on an ABC project an ISS staff member was MC for a MEWP which passed through points which were set againstthe machine movement causing a points run-through and some damage to the points.

Investigation

The investigation highlighted that the MC had walked through the points twice previously, and had instructed the Points Op toleave set in current position as they would move through shortly. The Points Op changed the setting of the points withoutinforming the MC, who was not in position to notice they had been changed. The MC acknowledges he should always check thepoints, but investigation showed the Points Op also did not work to correct the procedure.

Recommendations

Machine Controller is to undergo refresher training.

3. Incident Details

On 15/04/2018 at Perth Station a MC for RRV passed through points causing damage - although both MC and Operator claim to be unaware of any damage to points. Alleged damage was discovered towards end of the shift.

Investigation

The investigation is currently ongoing and the MC competence has been taken down on Sentinel pending investigation. Recommendations to be communicated following close-out of investigation.

4. Incident Details

On 27/04 2018 at Cadder Yard 2 x ISS staff members were involved in an argument which resulted in one individual striking the other in the face.

Investigation

Investigation is currently ongoing & recommendations to be communicated following close-out of investigation.

Positive FeedbackBabcock Rail – OHL Manager

Can you please pass on my thanks to all the lads for their effort over the weekend which was a very trying time.

Main thing everybody home safe!

S&C Northern Alliance – Renewals Manager

Can you please thank all your staff for the hard work and positive attitude they had delivered during the blockade works.

Your staff managed and delivered the work with a professional manner, taking the lead in the delivery with our supervisors to complete the blockade with no accidents.

All your staff are credit to the your company.

Thank you for your support now and in the future.

Volker Rail – Operations Manager

Hale went fantastic last weekend and site have asked me to pass on their thanks as everyone worked hard together.

Amey – Project Manager

Can we mention the lads on afternoon shift at Royston worked really well. They were also making sure they all stayed hydrated.


Close Call ReportingWe had 24 Close Calls reported since the last briefing:


Date Raised

Location/Site Details Risk

LevelDate

Closed Comments

01.04.18 Stockley Coal Yard

SACS bus in an unsuitable place – very close to sidings & roads (barrier tape separating SAC’s areas & roads)

Caution OPEN Tape removed before end of shift


Adequate parking available but not being used properly – resulting in double parking on small dark access driveway

Caution OPEN Reported to Client


Access to parking area via crossing railway sidings – no briefing or information available about this road resulting in workers straying



Very poor lighting throughout the site. Only lighting available is from a SACS bus and a security light



Female toilet available on SACS however no access to hot water – Male toilet had no working light or water



Only hot water available is from a kettle on the SACS bus Caution OPEN Reported to Client

01.04.18 Stockley CoalYard

Access driveway and parking area flooded with large deep potholes Care OPEN Reported to Client


Staff from other agency did not arrive at requested time & turned up without keys which caused teams to rush to make last minute changes


03.04.18 Hollinwood

Attempted assault – switching staff working alone. ISS staff member was approached by 2 masked men but they left when challenged

Alert 03.04.18Staff reminded on this project that no loneworking is permitted

07.04.18 EGIP 2 x OLE staff had to be issued with cut level 5 gloves Care 07.04.18

09.04.18 Cannon Lane No safety brief given by SACS Care 09.04.18SACS confirmed had no information to allow to brief staff

09.04.18 Cannon Lane Limited parking resulted in workers becoming abusive to each other Care OPEN Recorded in worksite

inspection

09.04.18 Cannon LaneCould not find first aid box or fire extinguishers. ES or SACS could not confirm locations

Caution OPEN Recorded in worksite inspection

09.04.18 Cannon Lane No lighting at SACS due to generator not being turned on Caution 09.04.18


Date Raised

Location/Site Details Risk

LevelDate

Closed Comments

14.04.18 Ashton Berry Brow level crossing access: Broken fence post at access gate Caution 14.04.18 Reported to client via

Macrail

20.04.18 Huddersfield to Bradford

Bollards at new loc area at Hebdenbridge damaged Caution 20.04.18 Raised to client

25.04.18 Ty PellaHousekeeping poor at compound –including waste management Care OPEN Recorded in worksite

inspection

25.04.18 Ty Pella No evidence of any fire extinguishers available on site Caution OPEN Recorded in worksite

inspection

25.04.18 Ty Pella Poor parking & no designated area Caution OPEN Recorded in worksite inspection

28.04.18 Motherwell Platform 1

Open catch pit close to OLE structure GD 00/11 – partially covered by 2 x sleepers but could easily put a foot through & cause injury.

Caution OPEN

Reported to client –Outside the main works but you have to pass to access the DEP locations

28.04.18 Motherwell Platform 1 No welfare facilities provided Care OPEN Reported to client


Overgorwn vegetation at access point for OLE earthing duties Care OPEN Reported to client


Various damaged trough lids along route Caution OPEN Reported to client


Some DEP earthing spigots loose at OLE structure G325/369 and /40. Movement when earthingup/removing earths

Care OPEN Reported to client & OLE

Safety Related Reminders:

Since the last brief we have had close calls raised on our staff for failing to sign in with SACS with adequate & correct PPE. Please ensure that when you attempt to sign in for site that you are wearing full orange PPE including cut level 5 gloves, safety glasses, cap lamps, safety boots & FFT mask (when required).

Please ensure that when you arrive on site that you have your sentinel card in order for the COSS & SAC to complete a Sentinel check.

All over the counter & prescribed medication must be checked by the chemist-on-call system to ensure that you are permitted to resume normal duties whilst taking the medication. You must inform your line manager of any new medication that you are taking.

Ensure that you adhere to the lifesaving rules at all times including the use of mobile phones whilst driving.

Good Practice – We also had positive feedback/good practice raised for B Shilling as he checked all poles and testers, including using Proving Unit as per protocol (All in date and in good condition). He was also praised for his COSS brief as he demonstrated excellent knowledge.


Vehicle Accidents

NX18 YLY

Make/Model: Peugeot Partner Date of Incident: 12/04/2018Time: 22:00Location: M1 Southbound (Leicester)Road Condition: AverageWeather: FoggyDescription: As the driver went to overtake a lorry they miss timed the manoeuvre & hit the back of the trailerDamage: Extensive front NS damageOutcome: Driver was at fault – driving too close to lorry and too quickly to overtake in time

DU66 GYX

Make/Model: Vauxhall VivaroDate of Incident: 11/04/2018Time: 14:30Location: Aston New Road, ManchesterRoad Condition: GoodWeather: ClearDescription: Vehicle was involved in a 4 car pile up as a grey golf braked harshly causing the van behind the driver to hit their bumper pushing their van forward into a white golfDamage: Rear & Front of VanOutcome: Investigation ongoing

NU66 WHX

Make/Model: Peugeot PartnerDate of Incident: 22/04/2018Time: 06:30Location: A38 LichfieldRoad Condition: AverageWeather: ClearDescription: Fox ran onto the road & the driver swerved to miss it & hit the central reservationDamage: Scrape to the right side of vanOutcome: Driver at fault

KP67 MLZ

Make/Model: Mercedes SprinterDate of Incident: 23/04/2018Time: 15:00Location: Sheffield Road, A6178Road Condition: GoodWeather: Clear & SunnyDescription: The driver braked hard to allow a police car to join the carriageway at traffic lights. As a result the load in the back of the van slid forward hitting the bulk head and causing damage to the floor of the vanDamage: Bulk head dinted & floor scratchedOutcome: Driver at fault – load should have been secure

Vehicle Accidents


FG66 RVP

Make/Model: Ford Transit CustomDate of Incident: 19/04/2018Time: UnknownLocation: Beachwood Access, RuncornRoad Condition: GoodWeather: SunnyDescription: The driver was reversing down a tight access when the vehicle hit the bucket of a machine & a parked vanDamage: Front light smashed on our van – wing mirror damaged on parked vehicleOutcome: Driver at fault – should have asked another worker to assist with reversing manoeuvre (act as a banksman)

DU17 UXC

Make/Model: Vauxhall VivaroDate of Incident: 17/04/2018Time: 07:10Location: KeywoodRoad Condition: GoodWeather: ClearDescription: Driver was driving too close to another vehicle and clipped its wing mirrorDamage: Nearside wing mirrorOutcome: Driver at fault

DS66 YJB

Make/Model: Vauxhall VivaroDate of Incident: 27/04/2018Time: 06:05Location: BuilthwellsRoad Condition: AverageWeather: RainyDescription: The driver lost control of the steering and as the vehicle pulled to the left, he corrected the steering to his right. This resulted in the van hitting a lamp post & avoiding a wall. The airbags within the vehicle deployed & the van came to a standstill with the lamppost lodged underneath the front of the vehicleDamage: Extensive – front bumper/suspension and passenger side damageOutcome: Investigation ongoing

Reminder to all drivers: We have been advised to remind you from our insurance broker that it is company policy that family members (especially children) friends or any non-ISS workers) are not to travel in company vans or crew buses.

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Industry Alerts

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S&C South Alliance Track Renewals Safety Alert 40

Axle Counter Damage at Abergele This bulletin is for the attention of: All staff and sub-contractors

The site was follow up works at Abergele following the completion of the core works at the weekend. The Down Main was being ballast brushed by RRV in readiness for planned tamping works later in the week.

The RRV was brushing LME to HME through the site and when it approached an axle counter head (in advance of signal FH6109) it lifted the brush to avoid hitting it.

The brush dropped ballast around and onto the head of the axle counter, and as the RRV then proceeded over the top of it the RRV crushed the ballast down into the axle counter head. This can be seen from the damage caused.

Actions Required

• RRV is to stop short of axle counter by minimum of 1m.

• RRV operator must raise the ballast brush enough so that the crane controller and operator can watch RRV wheels as they ride over the axle counter head.

• Crane controller to do a visual inspection before the wheels of the RRV come into contact with the axle counter head that no ballast has been dropped.


Safety, Health & WellbeingDrugs & Alcohol

To improve safety and welfare whilst at work we are committed to enforcing a strict Drug & Alcohol Policy and as part of this policy we commit to undertaking random drug & alcohol tests on at least 5% of our sponsored workforce.

The consumption of alcohol, even in small quantities, and the consumption or use of any drugs may adversely affect a workers safety, performance, conduct or efficiency as well as the safety and wellbeing of others.

Whilst working on track there can be huge implications if an individual is under the influence of drugs or alcohol if you were for example to be operating tools or machinery, acting as a lookout or making decisions that could impact the safety of others.

Network Rail alcohol limits are less than legal limits so although you could potentially drive to work and be under the legal limit but could get to work and be tested and found to be over the acceptable limit. As a consequence your PTS could be revoked for 5 years, your sentinel card would be cancelled and you may be subject to disciplinary procedures.

Every individual you work with impacts your ability to be safe – would you want to work with somebody who you believed could potentially be under the influence of drugs or alcohol and put you or your other colleagues in harms way? Some of the affects of drugs & alcohol include:

• Reduced coordination & slower reaction• Short term memory loss• Impaired concentration• Mood swings/paranoia• Irritability & tiredness

These can all lead to a decrease in performance and the potential for accidents to happen whilst at work.

If you think you may have a problem with drugs and alcohol, recognise or are experiencing any of the side effects listed above you can speak to your line manager to discuss support options available to you.

For further information on the effects of drugs or alcohol please use the following sources:

Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 9177 650 – www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.ukDrink Aware: 020 7766 9900 - www.drinkaware.co.ukFrank: 0300 123 6600 - http://www.talktofrank.com/

http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/

http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/

http://www.talktofrank.com/


EnvironmentalEnergy Management

To try and reduce our carbon footprint and our carbon emissions we need to ensure that we are optimising opportunities to save energy & water whilst we work. That are lots of small measures that can be implemented to reduce energy, carbon emissions & save money:

Conserving Electricity

The biggest contributors to minimising electricity consumption can come from the following:

Maximising lighting efficiency by-

1) Turn off lights when not in use2) Using natural light when possible3) Switching to energy efficient lighting e.g LED bulbs

Minimising electricity consumption whilst using a computer by-

1) Switching them off when not in use2) Change settings on monitors to put them into sleep mode when not in use3) Reducing the brightness of your screen to a reasonable level4) Closing down programmes that are not in use5) Unplugging laptops from charge when the battery is full

Minimising electricity consumption whist using Heating/Cooling & Other Equipment by-

1) Turn off machinery, tools or other electrical equipment when not in use2) Switch off heating or air conditioning units when not in use (do not tamper with the settings on thermostats

or radiators)3) Wear layers of clothes – allowing you to add/remove layers before turning on heating or air conditioning4) Do not open windows or while heating or air conditioning is on

Conserving Water

Minimise water consumption by-

1) Tightly close & turn off taps when not in use2) Report leaks in pipes/hoses etc. as soon as possible3) Look out for water saving opportunities at all times4) Only use the small flush on toilets if available5) Only turn on dishwashers/washing facilities once they are full to maximise on potential energy efficiency

Safety First BriefingApril 2018

FeedbackWe would like your feedback on any safety related issues that may help us improve the business andprevent further accidents and incidents.

We endeavour to minimise all foreseeable risks to you when you are at work. However you see whathappens out there on a daily basis far more than we do, and will no doubt have some very valuable ideasor suggestions on how to make our industry a safer place for everyone. We would like to hear from youbut appreciate you may want to remain anonymous. We value your opinion and thus confidentiality willbe guaranteed when receiving your comments. You can send us feedback in any of the following ways:

• Send an email to the SQE Team directly [email protected] use the hashtag #Feedback in thesubject heading and someone will contact you within 24 hours to acknowledge receipt of your message

• Complete the slip at the bottom of this page and take it into your nearest ISSL depot

• Call or text any of the “On Call” phone numbers listed on the rear of your Authority To Work Card

• Go to any ISSL Depot to talk to a senior member of the team, who will welcome feedback and considerconfidentiality at all times

• Speak to any of the senior team when you meet them on-site for briefings or safety related visits.

Feedback Slip: Monthly Brief

Your name or contact number is optional. The detail is the most important section to complete

Name:

Local Office:

Date:

Contact No:

Subject:

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