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Safety First BriefingOctober 2018

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

Safety First Briefing|October 2018

Welcome to our Safety First Brief for October.

We have closed the fatigue survey and included some feedback this month. Please take a few moments to readthrough the results. We received 167 responses, which gives a reasonable sample size, from over 900 invitations to participate which were sent out.

The feedback received from you will help develop and shape the fatigue management strategy of the business going forward, so thanks again to those who participated. We will be looking to engage directly further over the next few months, on this and other topics, so please try to participate where possible – it’s to your direct benefit to do so.

We had only 1 minor accident, and 2 vehicle accidents in September, please help us continue to improve and reduce these by taking care of yourself and others, keeping to the speed limit and only undertaking tasks with the correct tools, equipment, and PPE.

We are sending links to an online programme of Driver Assessment and Training over the next while – please keep an eye out for this and be sure to complete within the allocated time.

Remember to raise any close calls and highlight any issues you see while onsite, and please take care on your journey to and from work as the weather starts to change and conditions become more challenging.

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 September there was 1 minor accident and 3 incidents reported:

1. Accident Details

On 18th September, an ISS OLE Linesman was working on the wiring train for Alstom, when while setting upthe rig the chain from the pull lift got caught in the basket. The IP was holding the chain, which releasedvery quickly and their hand got caught between the chain and the basket.

He removed his cut 5 gloves and had sustained some bruised blood and a cut to the soft tissue on the lowerpart of his left index finger. The COSS was on hand to give First Aid and managed to clean the wound andput a bandage on the finger. IP attended A&E for a check up, didn’t need any stitches and had the woundcleaned and a fresh dressing put on his finger.

He was given a fresh dressing and advised to change the dressing in a couple of days.

Investigation

The rig moved, and as the chain was caught, it meant it pulled through the IP’s hand as he was holding theslack chain from the pull lift at the time. This prevents it trailing, and is meant to reduce the hazard andpotential for incident or accident. However, in this case, the action of the chain pulling meant the IP wasunable to release in time. The IP had his gloves on, and this prevented further or worse potential injury.

Recommendations

ISS Supervisor has suggested the staff reduce the height of the basket prior to moving the machine, andattaching the pull lift to an anchor point so that the weight of the equipment is supported at all times. Thismeans should someone be holding the loose end of the chain in the future, and there be any unplannedmovement, then the equipment will not drop or pull through the hands of the person holding the chain.


Accidents and Incidents

1. Incident Details

On 09/09/18, an ISS COSS was involved in a Possession Irregularity, where he removed worksite marker

boards at Lostock for S&C North Alliance. When he arrived, he also removed Possession limit boards and

detonators in error.

Investigation

It appears the COSS was unsure what to remove, so rather than check he removed all the protection that

was in place on the back-to-back possessions. The COSS had never removed WSMBs prior to this, and was

undure of the protocol.

Recommendations

The COSS has been stood down from Safety Critical duties, and will be mentored and re-assessed prior to

undertaking these type of works in the future. In addition, the COSS had a 1-to-1 session with ISS Training

Manager, concentrating on the various responsibilities and duties of the COSS, with emphasis on Safety

Critical Communications.

2. Incident Details

On 16/9/18, an ISS COSS, working for Buckinghams on an Amey worksite, as a Task Leader. At the end of the

shift he left site to go and sign out and told the ES that all works had been stood down. The ES then rang the

machine controllers on site and asked if they were still working. They then replied that they were.

This resulted in a Close Call and investigation against the COSS for leaving works unattended.

Investigation

The main issue was around the communication between the ISS COSS, and the others still onsite, as those

he was working riectly with had also left site, but others falling under his duty of care as Task Leader had

not.

Recommendations

As it was the same COSS as above, the recommendations apply for both incidents. The COSS has been stood

down from Safety Critical duties, and will be mentored and re-assessed prior to undertaking these type of

works in the future. In addition, the COSS had a 1-to-1 session with ISS Training Manager, concentrating on

the various responsibilities and duties of the COSS, with emphasis on Safety Critical Communications.


Accidents and Incidents

3. Incident Details

On 09/09/18, an ISS Authorised Person was involved in an Isolation Irregularity, where he incorrectlyinstalled DEP short earths on the wrong lines (Fasts instead of slows). This was only discovered when theIsolation was being handed back, as previously there had been an all lines Isolation on the same area. Thedelay in handing the Isolation back caused the first train to be delayed.

Investigation

The AP had been issued with 2 STED forms, covering all lines and ¼ mile earthing locations, and had beenbriefed on installing the 2 mile limit DEP earths, then the ¼ mile earths to cover the superseded Isolation.

He made an error in identifying the correct DEP location, as all paperwork and briefing had been carried outcorrectly. No other external factors found to have caused the issue.

Recommendations

AP was stood down and For Cause tested, all clear. Client investigation still to be closed. The Client works were stood down following the incident, and ISS have increased our monitoring of certain OLE sites for this client.

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


Date Raised

Location/Site Details Risk

LevelDate

Closed Comments

01.09.18 Derby Site rep covered, vital cc no show Caution 01/09/18ISS Reps all MC/CC to cover any no-show Safety Critical positions.

02.09.18 ECM17

Open drain/catch pit at bottom of access steps on ECM17, Br 75 Climbing Tree Fn access 17m 140Sy. Found whilst accessing track to meet MEWP to carry OLE adjustments for NWR HOBC Newcastle (photo)

Caution

02.09.18 Avon Valley ViaductAccess gate Avon valley viaduct found to be halved in two when we arrived on site, logged with control (photo)

Caution 02.09.18

03.09.18 Derby 30 2" long lengths often door protruding from ballast. Caution 03.09.18

3 x lengths bent over, no longer a hazard. Resolved on-site

07.09.18 TonypandyOperatives were asked to go to site only having 5 or 6 hours sleep Caution 07.09.18

Advised the office of the oversite and the shift was cancelled

09.09.18 Stannington Open catch pit at access. CautionInformed Network Rail personnel onsite at the time.

10.09.18 Bolton StationWorking at Bolton Station on 09/09/18, 1100 hrs, loose troughing lids between platforms 3 and 4 (up and down Bolton lines)

Caution 10.09.18 Lids replaced in position.

11.09.18 High Oaks Derby staff allocated to High Oaks changed without notifying Stafford. Care 11.09.18

11.09.18 Stafford OLEI was on call for Stafford, tried to call derby on call to clarify the contact numbers, left a voice mail but no call back

Care

11.09.18 Stafford OLE No Show of ea from Derby left the job short of Staff. Care

16.09.18 Strawberry Brig Spiggot too close to catenery wire on structure E/6118/10. Very difficult to get earths placed. Caution 16.09.18

Reported to ISS Nominated person and reported to Babcock

16.09.18 Strawberry Brig ISS staff member had no safety glasses when arrived at site. Caution 16.09.18 ISS Manager issued new pair

to person.

16.09.18 Strawberry BrigBabcock Cat Scanner (J Hickie) was very thorough and careful when scanning site to allow lighting operatives to install spikes for LED lights.

Good Practice

16.09.18 Good practice raised to Client

16.09.18 Strawberry Brig 2 trough lids were removed. Caution 16.09.18 Replaced and secured in position

16.09.18 Strawberry Brig Provisional COSS, KB, well prepared and knew exactly what had to be done. Followed advice of mentor.

Good Practice

16.09.18 Good practice raised to Client

16.09.18 Strawberry Brig No toilets at Wallyford access - no sign of welfare vehicle. Care 16.09.18 Raised to client.


Date Raised


LevelDate

Closed Comments

16.09.18 Dan Dykes Level Crossing

NWR staff member signed in with ISS COSS, then went onsite without receiving briefing or

with permission to go on track. Caution 16.09.18 Raised to client

17.09.18 Abattoir Access Dunblane (SDA)

Work vans moving around access point while MC trying to off-track MEWPS. Over 30 vans parked around causing congestion.

Caution 17.09.18 Raised to client

20.09.18 Structure MLN065/050

Stove Pipe Brackets Missing, loose Stove pipe & dodgy looking registration on Up & Down Main @ Structure MLN65/050 as of phone conversation just now

Care 27.09.18 Update BTET put in place by NWR

21.09.18 Dover Court Lots of rubbish in site access at Dover Court Caution

21.09.18 Dover Court No toilet rolls in toilet at Dover Court Care

22.09.18 Litchurch Car park flood Care 22.09.18 Pump in action

22.09.18 Derby Barrier fallen over Caution 22.09.18 Picked it up and replaced.

22.09.18 Derby Pick up driver great job and positive comments

Good practice

22.09.18

22.09.18 Alfreton Road, Derby

Tripping Hazard - ducting sticking out the ground, Caution 22.09.18

Cone placed over duct to prevent trip and alert staff.

22.09.18 Lime Street Welders burning gantry in Lime St tunnels, thick fumes. Causing sore throat. Caution

23.09.18 RJC Access Gate open (again) Caution 23.09.18 (no-one near access) Gate locked

23.09.18 West Hampstead 1 earth had come detached from live end during Isolation. Alert 23.09.18 Replaced prior to end of

shift

23.09.18 West Hampstead ISS AP lost phone on track and uncontactable for 20 minutes. Caution 23.09.18

23.09.18 West Hampstead 1 x Form C returned 10 minutes late, staff onsite rushing to hand back Isolation. Caution 23.09.18

24.09.18 West Hampstead No-show from Earthing Assistant from other ISS office. Not notified he would not be attending

Care 24.09.18

24.09.18 Derby RemodellingDiesel can left on side without attention. No spill kit in 4 foot could cause serious injury or harm to the environment.

Caution 24.09.18

Removed and put into a position safety and on the local spill kit laydown area by the fuel bowser

24.09.18 Derby Remodelling Trough lids completely removed and no re-instated causing trip hazard. Raised to site Caution 24.09.18

24.09.18 Derby Remodelling Access gates at Ford End Road, access un manned and left open. Caution 24.09.18 Locked and raised close call

24.09.18 Derby RemodellingTools (feseta plates and clamps) left all over DN cess causing tripping hazard and potential theft encouraging people to access site unauthorised .

Caution 24.09.18Raised to site and close call raised.


Date Raised


LevelDate

Closed Comments

24.09.18 Derby RemodellingTimber from train deliveries left all over site and not collected together. Caution

24.09.18 Salwick compountPoor lighting on the carpark, could have caused tripping due to the darkness Caution

Another tower light could be placed on the car park. Reported to the suplervisor

24.09.18 Beal on ECM7

Saturday night a MEWP developed a small hydraulic fluid leak on site. The leak was seen and the MC checked it and used a spill kit. MEWP supplied by Trac.

Caution 24.09.18No delay to the work and no visible leaks to the ground

25.09.18 Cricklewood StationDe-vegetation required at location F09/03 and F09/03a at Cricklewood Station. Caution

25.09.18 Alfreton Road, DerbyBars stuck into ground projecting up, potential danger if someone tripped or fell.

Caution 25.09.18Bars removed and laid flat on ground.

28.09.18 Strawberry BrigFly tipping at vehicle access at MHL2 Line 0M 731 Yrds. Blocking access area and unlit so potential tripping hazard.

Care Reported to SCA’s

28.09.18 Strawberry BrigTrough lid open at structure EW 01/42 Caution 28.09.18

Replaced lid, and reported to SACs

28.09.18Strawberry Brig

Catch pit lid loose at DEP E621/29 Caution 28.09.18 Replaced lid, and reported to SACs

28.09.18 Strawberry Brig Speedy Petrol cans for small plant lying in CESS, on side. No spill kit or plant nappy.

Caution 28.09.18Placed right way up, reported to SACs who informed supervisor.

28.09.18 Strawberry BrigRail trolley due service and brake test on 08/08/18. Onsite without current test or certification.

Caution 28.09.18 Reported to SAC’s

28.09.18 Strawberry BrigGOOD PRACTICE: ISS AP/COSS delivered good briefing and had a briefing sheet in addition to SWP to ensure all elements covered.

Good Practice

28.09.18 Good practice raised to client

28.09.18 Strawberry Brig

Cembre fast clip machines sitting in Cess pre-assembled. Babcock alert sent previously insisted machines to be lifted onto track in sections and assembled in situ, to prevent manual handling injuries. This is as per Babcock instruction dated 10/08/18

Caution 28.09.18 Reported to SAC’s

29.09.18 York ECOYork ECR refused to issue Form B due to NP not using Track locator App to confirm DEP locations were within 1/4 mile of each other.

Care

GC tried to explain the DEP locations were selected from charts - which then raised the issue over how to confirm these were correct.

30.09.18 Roomex-GeneralRoomex Out-of-hours non-contactable to resolve hotel issue. Care

Contacted CTI who took 1 1/2 hours to get through, and could not leave number for call back.

31/08/18 ISS OfficesAspire System takes long time to confirm shifts, resulting in resourcing staff spending hours on repetitive tasks

Care Details of issue forwarded to IT/HR


You’ll be aware we have a telematics system in our Company and hired vehicles, and we are monitoring closely – not only speeding but also driving behaviour.

We have taken steps recently to remove the authority to drive from some staff because of their speeding, and also have terminated the employment of someone on probation, due to their unauthorised use of a company vehicle, and due to excessive speeding.

Please treat the Company vehicles with respect.

FV17UFV

Make/Model: Ford TransitDate of Incident: 01/09/18Time: AfternoonLocation: Hartley Road, BirminghamRoad Condition: GoodWeather: ClearDescription: Drivers van was parked and stationery on the road. The motorbike lost control and skidded into the drivers side of the vanDamage: Front driver sideOutcome: Other party at fault

GV18 NZMMake/Model: Volkswagen TransporterDate of Incident: 25/09/18Time: 15:30Location: WatfordRoad Condition: AverageWeather: ClearDescription: Driving along the road where there were posts in the road to prevent lorries entering. As the van went through, the post on the passenger side grazed the van as the van was not levelDamage: Scratch on wheel arch, slight dent, scratch on door panelOutcome: Driver at fault

Vehicle Accidents


Section Supervisor - Goswick to Spittal

I’d like to put on record, my thanks to you and all of the team for the determination showed in making the shift at Goswick to Spittal a success. To have a machine breakdown at 00:11 which took until 05:12 to repair and then to complete the adjustments and handback on time is a fantastic achievement, which will save us the cost and rework of a return visit to complete the works. Many thanks.

Managing Director, Consulting & Rail - Derby 1-5, Remodelling

I was really pleased with the standards of safety on site at Derby and especially with the clear engagement of the staff that we met

Supervisor, Network Rail- Derby Remodelling

Could you pass on my thanks to you and your team for the great work so far in the blockade and successful handback this morning. Its been a huge effort by the team and brilliantly executed. Well done and thank you

Programme Director Track, Network Rail - Derby Remodelling

Well done and thanks to everybody who has been involved in the safe and successful, planning and delivery of the first 44 days of the works at Derby. Handing back the South & West routes this morning is a hugely important milestone achieved. The works at Derby are the biggest, most sustained and complex track works that Network Rail have ever taken on. Thanks again to everyone involved.

Civils Supervisor – Amey Sersa

I just want to thank Leighton Williams, Sean Galney, Kirshaun Karvalho, Cai Parry, they did a lot of hard work and done a really good job.

HSEQ Manager, Amey – St Albans

Observations are Pre-start checks carried out on kits as it came out of vans and again before teams went onto ballasts. Full PPE work, kit in good condition. Simple checksheet by Craig to track who he had called/ earths up/ return called/ earths off. Good coss brief from MP. Observed tests before earth on every occasion. No issues to worry me.

Positive Feedback


Project Manager, Amco- Primrose Hill Week 22

I would like to say thank you for all your hard work and giving up your bank holiday to deliver this job. Great job in the end and really appreciate your help. Please pass on our thanks to all your guys involved with the works.

Production Network Manager – Keolis Amey Metrolink

Just wondering if you could pass on thanks or even a commendation to Pete Fleming for his help and assistance this morning. This morning a piece of glass had been removed from its fixing and was left standing on the platform. Rather than waiting for the relevant staff, Pete used his own tools to tighten up some of the other panels and then moved the pane of glass into his van and took it to Queens Street. I hope you agree Pete went over and beyond his duties in making the area safe and bringing stuff back to the depot on behalf of Kam. Not sure who he works for, is it ISS, but it may be courteous to let them know how helpful he has been.

HSQE Manager– Amey E & P

I dropped on Craig’s merry men and lady last night;Observations are : Pre-start checks carried out on kit as it came out of vans and again before teams went onto ballast, Full ppe, Work kit in good condition, Simple checksheetby Craig to track who he had called / earths up / return called / earths off; Good coss brief from AP, Observed test before earth on every occasion

No issues to worry me – please let Craig know.

Manager– Network Rail High Output

I’d like to put on record my thanks to you and all of the team for the determination showed in making the shift at Goswick to Spittal a success. To have a machine breakdown at 00:11 which took until 05:12 to repair and then to complete the adjustments and handback on time is a fantastic achievement, which will save us the cost and rework of a return visit to complete the same work.

Positive FeedbackA sample of the feedback received from Clients in September

Safety First Briefing October 2018

IndustryAlerts


World Mental Health Day – 10th October 2018

Presented by the World Federation of Mental Health, World Mental Health Day will be on October 10, 2018. The goal is to help raise mental health awareness. Each of us can make a contribution to ensure that people dealing with problems concerning mental health can live better lives with dignity.

The Dilemma

Every year one adult in four, along with one child in ten, will have a mental health issue. These conditions can profoundly affect literally millions of lives, affecting the capability of these individuals to make it through the day, to sustain relationships, and to maintain work.The stigma attached to mental health causes a damaging, albeit ill-informed, attitude, making it more difficult for those affected to pursue help. According to UK estimates, only about one-fourth of those with mental health problems undergo ongoing treatment. By stark contrast, the vast majority of those affected with these problems are faced with a variety of issues, ranging from isolation to uncertainty on where to get help or information, to relying on the informal support of family, friends or colleagues.

Raising Awareness

The best way to deal with this stigma is through facts and a better understanding of mental health problems. From identifying the causes, pinpointing solutions, and ultimately recognizing that we are really dealing with medical issues. For your information, we have updated our Fundamental Facts Guide. Please review and help spread the news about World Mental Health Day 2018.

Safety, Health & Wellbeing


Sustainability

The definition of “sustainability” is the study of how natural systems function, remain diverse and produce everything it needs for the ecology to remain in balance. It also acknowledges that human civilisation takes resources to sustain our modern way of life. There are countless examples throughout human history where a civilisation has damaged its own environment and seriously affected its own survival chances. Sustainability takes into account how we might live in harmony with the natural world around us, protecting it from damage and destruction.

Our vision and strategy is to develop a railway fit for the future. Sustainability for communities, the economy and our environment is at the heart of this vision.

Our priorities are:

• safety and wellbeing• communities• accessibility and inclusivity• employees• energy• resources• environmental protection• climate change adaptation• buildings• land• outstanding value.

We focus on achieving the right balance of economic, environmental and social objectives for our sustainable development priorities, taking into account how these may vary over time. We’re working hard towards a safer, more reliable railway, with greater capacity and efficiency, which contributes towards a thriving low-carbon economy with better connections between people and jobs. Our culture is to push for higher levels of safety, reliability and transparency. Sustainable development supports these values and is integral to the long-term success of the company and the railway.

Environmental - Sustainability

ISS Fatigue Survey Responses:

Q1: Which ISS depot do you work for?

• Answered: 167 Skipped: 0

Q2: I mainly undertake the following work• Answered: 167 Skipped: 0

Q3: How do you travel to work?


Q4: I am aware of the Network Rail rules on Fatigue Management


Q5: ISS take the management of my Fatigue seriously?• Answered: 136 Skipped: 31

Q6: There are times when I feel too tired and fatigued to work.• Answered: 136 Skipped: 31

Q7: I feel confident to raise issues about fatigue to my supervisor


Q8: I have concerns about how my colleagues sometimes manage their fatigue.• Answered: 136 Skipped: 31

Q9: I will drive a vehicle despite feeling tired and fatigued


Key points raised:

“Stop rostering staff who have 12 hours between their next shift but had to drive 2 home to then drive 2 hours back for the next shift……”

“Give me more work close to home……”

“Ensure the team have two drivers when driving a long distance”

“Hotel rooms should be booked for any site over 2 hours drive from home. When hotels are booked they should be as close as possible to the site and not half an hours drive or more away. Sign in and out points should be at the site of work or as close as possible. Not 40 miles odd miles away.”

“accommodation should be provided in my opinion if your driving more than 2 hours each way”

“Better check out times at hotels. Sometimes you get back to the hotel at 8.00. And have to check out at noon”

“Stop making us travel up to and over 3 hours to get to site without hotel”

“Communication. There is a lack of it with this issue in every company on the railway. It feels at times we focus soley on covering work, instead of how our workers are”

“Pair two drivers up together where possible on long drives”

“Put drivers on for long travel durations”

“…I've asked on at least 4 or 5 occasions if 2 people covering 4 shifts doing the exact same duties why don't we do two shift each one after the othet as the client will get someone who is fresh because they have slept all day before work and not one shift on one shift off one shift on one shift off ,because when the roster is like this you can't come off shift and sleep all day as your off that night ,,,resulting on fatigue the next night when your on shift….”

“Scrap 12 hour shifts, 10 hour shifts maximum”

“Ensure breaks are allocated with supply’s such as water and hot drinks.. Ensure relief teams are in place for block aid shifts.. Provide own room for staff when travelling away”

“Provide hotels more-often for long-distance work”

“cut travel time by getting work closer to depot, six hours travel time plus eight hour shift is an accident waiting to happen, sooner or later someone is going to be seriously injured or worse, i have fallen asleep at the wheel myself on more than one occasion and i know i'm not the only one.”

We will take all the comments received into consideration, and will update you on future developments.

Let me know if you have any further feedback or comments on the above.

Brian Madden07377 877555


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.

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