Welcome to Sneddon Law Wind Farm

[Audio] Welcome to Sneddon Law Wind Farm.. Welcome to Sneddon Law Wind Farm.

Principal Contractor. Client. Civils Designer. Electrical Designer, Contractor and Senior Appointed Person (SAP).

[Audio] Upon arrival at site, familiarise yourself with the information displayed in the safety rooms, including RJ's company policies, safety alerts, fire and emergency plan. Add yourself to relevant whatsapp groups. Ensure you are briefed on the current site hazards, this should be done daily as the work is continually progressing. Do not start work until you have signed on to the relevant RAMS. Most importantly, work safe..

[Audio] Sneddon Law Wind Farm consists of fifteen Vestas V100 wind turbines. Work at the wind farm consists of upgrading existing access tracks, constructing crane hardstandings and turbine bases, construction of the wind farm control building and digging trenches for cabling..

Site Management Team. Shakthivelu Thanghavel Agent Adam Shakor Sub Agent Kim Kelly Sub Agent Davie McGonagle General Foreman Andy Jardine Engineer Andy McIlwraith Site Safety Manager Gary Scrowther CWP Resident Engineer.

[Audio] Main access to the wind farm is via the A719. No HGV traffic is permitted through Galston..

[Audio] Working hours on site will vary depending on the season. Car parking is available at the security hut at the entrance to the wind farm for 4x4 users. Car parking is also available at the main site compound. All vehicles should be reverse parked..

[Audio] The delivery and installation of the fifteen turbines will be lead by Vestas..

[Audio] One Scottish Power overhead line runs through the wind farm. Access to this is restricted and gates must be closed at all times. No one should access these areas unless authorised and possess the correct permit..

[Audio] The health and safety at work act 1974. It is the employers duty to protect the health, safety and welfare of employees whilst at work and provide a safe workplace. Employers and self-employed people must conduct their work in a way that does not expose anyone to health and safety risks..

[Audio] It is the duty of employees to take reasonable care of yourself and others. As well as cooperate with employers to allow them to fulfil their legal duty. It is the duty of everyone to not intentionally or recklessly interfere with anything provided in the interest of health, safety and welfare..

[Audio] Listed here are the main hazards at Sneddon Law Wind Farm..

[Audio] Site Rules. All personnel must have a valid CSCS card. Only trained and competent operators should operate plant and machinery All operatives must sign onto relevant RAMS for each task prior to work commencing. Daily briefings will be given to highlight the work, risks and control measures for the days work. Suitable clothing and mandatory PPE should be worn at all times. Follow signage and obey instructions. Only pass plant and machinery once given the thumbs up from the operator. Smoking is permitted in designated areas only..

[Audio] Seatbelts must be work at all times. Rigger boots are not permitted. Mobiles should only be used safely for emergencies or when authorised. Report any suspicious activity. No waste material should be burned on site. COSHH information should be understood for all chemicals and substances prior to use. Accidents, near misses and environmental incidents must be reported within thirty minutes..

[Audio] Driving rules. Speed limits must be adhered to at all times. Do not approach or pass plant until you have the thumbs up from the operator. No overtaking unless the vehicle is at a passing place and indicated for you to pass. Reversing plant must have a banksman and all instructions must be followed..

[Audio] The four meter rule must be followed for all plant..

[Audio] The appropriate distance must be maintained when driving behind a dump truck or lorry..

[Audio] Company policies. Under our alcohol and drugs policy, testing is random, suspicion based or for just cause. Alcohol and non-prescription drugs are strictly prohibited. Violence, bullying or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated. Disciplinary issues are dealt with using a yellow/ red card system..

[Audio] The main method of communication is via radio. Radio procedures are as follows. No offensive language. Use your assigned radio. Radio to be set to channel 3. Be clear and precise with instructions or queries. Wait until the airway is clear before speaking. Channel 1 is to be used for emergencies only. Pressing the orange emergency button next to the antenna will highlight your radio via gps on the safety screen..

[Audio] Plant operations. Daily plant inspections must be carried out. All defects must be recorded and reported as soon as possible. Refuelling must only be carried out by the on-site fuel supervisor. Keys must be removed when not in use. Seatbelts must be worn at all times. Flashing beacons must be used at all times. Plant should never be approached from the blind side. Adhere to the strict four meter rule..

[Audio] Madatory PPE on site consists of light eye protection, hard hat, safety boots and hi-vis clothing..

[Audio] First aid box locations are located in all RJ vehicles and at the safety room in the main compound. A defibrillator is located at the safety room in the main compound..

[Audio] What to do in an emergency. Do not dial 999. For all emergencies, raise the situation on radio channel 1. Make sure you are safe and alert others around you. Know your location on site. Give clear descriptions of casualties, numbers involved and types of injuries..

[Audio] Sneddon Law is in a wildfire zone between the months May and September. If you discover a wildfire, raise the alarm to those in your vicinity and move away from the affected area. Raise the emergency on radio channel 1. Do not attempt to fight a wildfire. There are firebreaks within the forestry zones to prevent the spread. If you are in an affected forest, leave the cabins/ switch off and evacuate plant. Cloe all doors behind you. Do not return to your work place until advised to do so..

[Audio] This completes your induction for Sneddon Law Wind Farm. RJ McLeod values your input regarding health and safety matters. Talk to your supervisors or raise a safety observation report..