4.Observing traffic and pedestrian behaviour:#

This section of the assessment tool involved observation at the workplace to review how traffic management procedures were being followed. This included:

• inspecting mobile plant prior to use to ensure it is in good condition
• ensuring plant operators are adequately trained, hold the required license(s) and are operating their equipment safely
• ensuring workers and pedestrians are using designated walkways and staying clear of exclusion zones
• checking the workplace environment to ensure it is free from collision hazards (i.e. housekeeping).

Below is a snapshot of the items within this section assessed by inspectors. The results show the average score for workplaces in each industry category.

Workers pedestrians using designated walkways and crossings and following site rules Mobile plant operators completed a pre-start safety inspection on their equipment Workplace has good housekeeping Mobile plant operators hold the required licenses

The average ratings for section four were 1.86, 1.94 and 1.71 for the industrial, construction and agriculture industry categories respectively. The item with the lowest level of implementation across all industries was ‘workers and pedestrians using designated walkways and crossings, and obeying site rules’ (83 per cent). Workers or pedestrians not following site rules such as using designated walkways or staying clear of exclusion zones can mean that control measures become ineffective and people may be exposed to risk.

Supervision is one method to help ensure safety procedures are being followed, particularly if you are relying on administrative control measures to minimise risks. You must ensure all workers and visitors are aware of any site rules by providing information, instruction and training that is necessary to protect them from risk to their health and safety.

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