1. Welcome
HOW TO USE THIS TOOLKIT
This OHS Worker Toolkit provides the necessary tools
and Information to assist workers keep safe at work
and meet the Occupational, Health & Safety (OH&S)
requirements of Turn Key Group Services (TKGS).
The OHS Worker Toolkit is an adjunct to the TKGS
Safety Management System (SMS), from which the
relevant elements as they relate to worker use, have
been extracted.

2. ITS NOT ABOUT FORMS, ITS ABOUT SAFETY
This Toolkit contains a number of forms that need to
be completed at various stages of work (see Toolkit
Map for the stages), however the forms are only a
tool to help focus your mind on safety, and the forms
themselves should not be the focus.
IF SOMETHING IS UNSAFE, JUST FIX IT!

3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR
OHS PROCESSES
Everyone has a responsibility for ensuring workers are
kept safe on site. If your host employer has OHS
forms / processes, then follow their processes. In the
rare event that your host employer does not have
Equivalent forms and processes, then you must use
these forms as instructed by TKGS.

4. If you are the only TKGS worker on site (and the
host employer does not have equivalent
processes), then TKGS is likely to make you
responsible for making sure that the OHS
processes in this Toolkit are followed. Where there
are other TKGS workers on site, TKGS will
appoint a responsible person for completing the
OHS processes in this Toolkit and TKGS will notify
the responsible worker at the induction.

5. OHS AUDITS
Each section of this Toolkit (or equivalent host
employer OHS forms and processes) will be used
as evidence that workers are adhering to the safety
requirement of the workplace.

6. STRUCTURE OF THE
TOOLKIT
The kit is comprised of:
1. A one page “how to guide” for each OHS task; and
2. A form which must be completed as instructed in
the “how to guide”.

7. Your contact for all OH&S Compliance and
Quality Assurance is Joshua Smith, our
Business Manager. He can be contacted by
one of the following methods:
 joshua.smith@tkgs.com.au
 Phone: 03 9687 7045
 Mobile: 0449 654 576
 Suite 400 / 585 Little Collins Street,
Melbourne VIC 3000

8. Project requirements
The following requirements are crucial for you to
understand and comply with when working for the
project;
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
While on site, all personnel must wear the following
minimum Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at
all times. The PPE are:
 Approved orange Hi-Visibility Safety Vests
 Steel Capped Boots/Lace-up Safety Footwear
 Approved Safety Helmet and Safety Glasses
 Protective Clothing (long sleeves and pants)

9. Fitness For Work
 You are required to be physically and mentally
fit for the tasks you are assigned. In addition,
you are required NOT to be under the
influence of alcohol or drugs while working on
the project.
 You must also notify your Supervisor if you are
on any Prescription Medicine that may affect
how you perform your work.

10. Alcohol and Drug
Testing
 Random Testing: Will be conducted with or without notice
across all project sites.
 Cause Testing: Will be conducted following a rail related
incident or where a person‟s general behaviour indicates that
the person may be impaired or adversely affected by alcohol
and/or drugs.
 Self testing: Will be conducted to persons who believe that
they may be affected by alcohol or other drugs. The self test
MUST be conducted prior to commencing work and the
results will remain confidential. If a person obtains a positive
test they shall notify their Supervisor and declare themselves
unfit for work.

11. Smoking
Smoking shall not be permitted in any site
amenities or any semi enclosed space.
Smoking shall not be permitted within
10meters, in the open air, on sites where
flammable materials is present.

12. Managing Hazard
To ensure that you can work safely and without
risk, workplace hazards must be identified and
appropriate mitigation measures is used.
To identify and control hazards, a number of
methods are used on the project;

13. Incidents
 An Incident means any unplanned event which
has the potential to, or has resulted in,
personal damage such as an injury, illness,
disease and/or damage to plant, materials or
property or the environment.
 All incidents MUST BE REPORTED to the
relevant supervisor immediately so they can
be fully investigated and control measures can
be implemented to prevent recurrence.

14. Injury Management
 Incidents that result in injury, illness or disease
need to be treated and managed to ensure the
person‟s recovery is prompt.
 If you are injured it is important that you
report and receive treatment IMMEDIATELY.
 First Aid Kit shall be accessible for each work
crew and provided in all site vehicles.

15. Rehabilitation
 All personnel who are injured and unable to
perform their normal work tasks will be offered
alternative work during the recovery and
rehabilitation period.

16. Site Access and Egress
 Access and egress to site will be in
accordance with project specific Site Access
Plan. This Plan will also be communicated to
you during Site Induction. Parking, emergency
assembly point and amenities are also
included in this plan. You can find the Site
Access Plan located in specific worksite.

17. Plant
 All plant and equipment used on site shall
comply with manufacturers and legislative
specifications.
 All personnel who operate plant must be
suitably trained and qualified. A copy of the
relevant Certificate of Competencies must be
provided and will be retained on file.

18.  Plant operators shall ensure that Logbooks are
kept with the plant and completed Daily at the
beginning of each shift. Plant shall only be
serviced by authorised service/maintenance
personnel.
 All personnel are not permitted to ride on plant
unless there is a seat provided.
 NO SEAT NO RIDE!

19. Hazardous Substances
 Hazardous substances must be used and stored in
accordance with the requirements documented on the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). The PPE required to
worn/used while handling the hazardous substances is also
detailed on the MSDS.
 MSDS is kept and maintained at worksite and is readily
accessible to all employees who may be exposed to the
substance for information and emergency management
purposes.
 The Foreman will brief the content of MSDS to ensure
workers understand the applicable MSDS before handling a
new hazardous substance.

20.  Asbestos: Immediately notify construction
manager or your supervisor and isolate the
area if suspect any substance contains
asbestos.

21. Manual Handling
Manual handling tasks can be eliminated by using machinery such as
forklifts, jacks, cranes and other lifting devices. Where manual
handling tasks cannot be eliminated, the chance of injury can be
reduced by applying the following lifting rules;
 Size up the job (get help from others if necessary)
 Bend the knees and keep the back straight
 Get a firm grip
 Hold the object close to the body
 Lift with the legs
NEVER lift a load if it is too heavy or not safe.
GET HELP.
Manual handling techniques will be observed regularly during site
safety inspections and task observations. Task specific manual
handling training will be provided if necessary.

22. Protection of Services
 Existing underground and overhead services
such as power, water, gas and communication
lines need to be identified and protected at the
work site.

23. Underground Services
 Excavation or Trenching permit is required
before work can be undertaken. Hand digging
to locate mark and protect underground
services is required prior to the use of any
loadshifting plant. A full service search is
required as part of the Permit conditions and
all identified services listed on the Permit.

24. Isolation and Tagging
 Plant and equipment displaying a „Personal Danger‟
or an „Out of Service‟ tag cannot be operated.
 The „Personal Danger‟ tag (red and white) attached to
an item of plant or equipment, indicates that someone
is working on that item of plant or equipment.
 A ‘PERSONAL DANGER’ CAN ONLY BE REMOVED
BY THE PERSON WHO ATTACHED THE TAG!
 The „Out of Service‟ tag (yellow and black) attached to
an item of plant or equipment, indicates that the plant
or equipment is unsafe or faulty and must not be
used.

25. Hot Work
 Works such as cutting, grinding and welding may
result in a fire if not properly controlled.
 An appropriate type of fire extinguisher must be
located at the task and a person assigned as a
fire lookout.
 The area around the hot work should be clear of
flammable material.
 During TOTAL FIRE BAN DAYS, Hot Work tasks
cannot be undertaken unless a specific permit has
been obtained from the relevant fire authority.

26. Working at height
 A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) must
be completed prior to undertaking this work.
The control measures listed in SWMS are
used to ensure personnel are safe and
protected from falling.

27. Fatigue Management
All personnel working in within the rail corridor
shall:
 Not work shifts longer than 10 hours
 Adhere to the shift pre-commencement rest
provision, which includes a requirement to have a
rest break of at least 12 hours prior to
commencing work on site.

28. Environment
 During the completion of the Project, TKGS is
committed to protecting the environment.
Environmental topics such as noise, water,
waste, air, flora and fauna will be provided at
the Project Specific Induction.

29. Quality Assurance
 TKGS is committed to provide quality work for
the project. Our reputation is dependent on
the quality of our work. All works are to be
completed in accordance with the relevant
drawings and specifications. If it is not
possible to meet the requirements of the
drawings, specifications and related
Australian, it is very important to notify your
Supervisor.

30. Community Relations
 Any work that will have an impact on the
neighbourhood must be notified. Notifications are
made via letterbox drops and local media advertising.
The impacts of work may be from noise, after hours
work, light and parking.
 All media, public enquiries and all complaints should
be referred to the Business Manager.
Business Manager Contact Details
 Joshua Smith
 Phone:03 9687 7045 / Mobile : 0449 654 576
 Email: joshua.smith@tkgs.com.au

31. Code Of Behaviour
We will:
 Be open and honest
 Listen to each other‟s view points
 Adopt a „No Blame‟ approach
 Contribute and Participate
 Promote the language of „Us‟ not „Them‟
 Walk the talk and deliver what we say we will do

32. Health and Safety Policy
TKGS is committed to providing employees, Subcontractors and the
public with a healthy and safe environment by eliminating workplace
injuries and illnesses.
We shall achieve this by undertaking the following:
 Ensure that personal responsibility for health and safety is required
 Provide a consistent approach to all safety and health matters
across the business
 Implement a safety and health risk management system for its own
employees and subcontractor
 Promote a culture of health and safety and continuous improvement
through communication and consultation
 Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation
 Ensure health and safety training is available to all employees
 Ensure that this policy is effectively implemented within TKGS.

33. Drug and Alcohol Policy
TKGS is committed to provide a workplace that is free from drugs and
alcohol.
We shall achieve this by undertaking the following:
 Dealing in a fair and constructive manner with people deemed unfit
for work due to drug and alcohol.
 Encouraging all personnel to report drug and alcohol problems
where they are identified
 Compulsory testing any employees or subcontractor anytime
 Provide information and support so that issues associated with
misuse drugs and alcohol can be managed effectively
 Treating the possession, distribution and sale of drugs and alcohol
at the workplace as a serious offence that could result in dismissal
and may be reported to the police.
 Adopting 0.00mg/L BAC for alcohol and no positive for drugs.

34. Risk Management Policy
 Ensure risks are identified and assessed for
likely occurrence and impact and its
significance, mitigated, monitored and
reported on.
 Optimise opportunities arising from risk
assessments of the project to increase the
value of the client‟s and TKGS profits and
reputation.

35. Environmental Policy
TKGS is committed to balancing our economic,
environmental and social responsibilities to
minimise the impact to the community.
We shall achieve this by undertaking the
following:
 Strive to minimize waste and pollution
 Comply with relevant environmental legislation
 Inform employees in environmental issues and
the environmental effects of their activities

36. Quality Policy
TKGS will consistently provide products and services that meet or exceed the
requirements and expectations of our customers. We will actively pursue ever
improving quality through programs that enable each employee to do their job right the
first time and every time.
We shall achieve this by undertaking the following:
 Establish, document and implement a Quality Management System in accordance
with the requirements of ISO 9001:2000.
 Consultation with ARTC to understand its needs and expectations
 Provide sufficient and suitable resources to implement and maintain the quality
system
 Educate and train in order to improve employee skills, awareness of quality issues
and practices.
 Maintain and continually improved the system through the use of the quality policy,
quality objectives, audit results, analysis of data, corrective and preventative action
and management review.

37. Thank you for your time.
Please fill out the Induction questionnaire to
show you have a sound understanding of Turn
Key Group Services OHS Toolkit.