Checklist for working Aloft or Working at Height ?

Checklist

1. Has a risk assessment been carried out for the proposed work?
2. Has a toolbox talk been carried out?
3. No conflict with any other permit to work in force?

Preparation checklist

1. Duty officer informed
2. Warning notices posted
3. On-deck supervisor identified
4. Equipment in good order
5. Work on funnel:

• Advise duty engineer;
• Isolate whistle.

6. Work near radar scanners/radio aerials:

• Isolate radar and scanner/radio room notified;
• Notices placed to stop the use of radar/radio.

7. Work over the side:

• Advise duty officer/engineer;
• Lifebuoy and lifeline ready.

8. Personal protective equipment to be used:

• Safety helmet;
• Safety harness and line attached to a strong point;
• Lifejacket;

9. All tools to be raised and lowered secured on a lanyard/belt or in a bag.
10. Has a plan been agreed and necessary equipment been put in place to achieve an effective rescue?

 Certificate of checks

I confirm that I am satisfied that all precautions have been taken and that safety arrangements will be maintained for the duration of the work and no attempt will be made by me or people under my charge to work on any other apparatus or in any other area.

I am satisfied that all precautions have been taken and that safety arrangements will be maintained for the duration of the work and no attempt will be made by me or people under my charge to work on any other apparatus or in any other area.

Authorised officer

Name …………………………………  

Signature ……………………………………………………………..

Time  ……………………………………………………….

Date …………………………………………………………………….

Note:

After signing the receipt, this permit to work should be retained by the competent person in charge at the place where the work is being carried out until work is complete and the clearance section signed.