Online Caledonia Scaffolding Induction

Company Induction
CALEDONIA
© Copyright Caledonia Scaffolding 2014

Housekeeping
Welcome to your first day at Caledonia.
If you are in one of our offices you would have signed in at reception so we know you
are on the premises.
STOP
In the event of an emergency please remain calm.
Please follow instructions carefully and proceed to the designated muster or meeting
point.
Induction Questionnaire

Induction Outline
• Company Overview
• Office Locations
• Business Objectives
• Organisational Charts
• Current and Past Projects
• Company Code of Conduct
• Values and Behaviours
• Company Policies and Procedures
• Health and Safety
 Work Instructions
 Safety Induction Video
• Buddy System Program
• Important Information
• Key Contacts
• Welcome to the Caledonia Team

• Caledonia Scaffolding Services Pty Ltd (CSS) in South Australia founded in 1999 by James (Jim) Cunningham and Rod
McQuarrie.
Caledonia Scaffolding Australia Pty Ltd (CSA) in Western Australia established in 2010 by business partners David Stephen and
Jim Cunningham.
• Since its inception in 1999 Caledonia has grown enormously and now employs over 230 highly trained and experienced
workers.
• Safety is more than a priority at Caledonia. It is the centre point of every facet of the company's operations. Certified best
practice is the starting point, advanced level safety and training programs for workers are aimed at continually improving the
already very high operating standards.
• Caledonia is independently certified to Safety AS/NZS 4801 and Quality ISO 9001 standards.
• Directors, managers, superintendents, scaffolders, yard staff, drivers and administrators share a culture of excellence. They
are all part of a team - a team of professionals.
Company Overview

Office Locations
44 Aldershot Road, Lonsdale
South Australia
Distance: 25km from Adelaide
Corner King and Sheill Rd, Whyalla
South Australia
Distance: 382.7km from Adelaide
25 Darlot Road, Landsdale
Western Australia
Distance: 31.2km from Perth

Business Objectives
• To actively seek improvements in the Health and Safety systems
• To actively seek risks and hazards and reduce or eliminate them
• To seek continuous improvement in Caledonia’s Quality systems
• To have an effective communication and consultative working environment.
• To have a higher positive response number verse negative response for customer feedback
• To contact every client at the end of projects to ensure expectations were met
• Zero lost time incidences (LTI’s)
• To develop and train employees

Managing Director
General Manager
HR Manager Office Manager
Project Secretary
Operations
Manager
Supervisors
Leading Hands
Scaffolders
Labourers
Truck Drivers Yard Hand
Manager Design and
Technical
Draughtsperson
Superintendent
Supervisors
Leading Hands
Scaffolders
Materials Coordinators
QA Designated Systems
Coordinator
Payroll Manager
Business
Development
Manager
Accounts Manager IT Manager Accounts Manager
Managing Director
Organisational Structure
Caledonia Scaffolding Australia Pty Ltd
Shared Resource

Managing Director
Operations
Manager
HR Manager
HR/Recruitment
Advisor
Office Administrator
Trainee Administrator
Supervisors
Leading Hands
Scaffolders
Labourers
Trainee Scaffolders
Truck Drivers
Project
Administrator
QA Designated Systems
Coordinator
Manager Design
and Technical
Draughtsperson
Payroll Manager Regional Manager-
Whyalla
Labourer/Yard Hand
Accounts Manager IT Manager Accounts Manager
Managing Director
Organisational Structure
Caledonia Scaffolding Services Pty Ltd
Shared Resource

Current and Past Projects
Olympic Dam
Mercy Hospital
Maritime Construction
Barrow Island
Urban Super Highway

Company Code of Conduct
• Caledonia requires the highest standards of personal integrity from its employees in the operation of its
business affairs.
• The information contained within the Company Code of Conduct policy provides the framework for which
employees will conduct themselves.
• Comply with the law, Company rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures
• Zero tolerance to drugs and alcohol in the workplace
• Honesty
• Adhere to the principles of the privacy act.
• Company property, funds, facilities and services must be used only for authorised purposes.
• Disciplinary action will be taken and commensurate with any violation of the code of conduct up to an
including termination of employment.
• Embrace the company values and behaviours

Values and Behaviours
PEOPLE
We embrace teamwork, diversity, honesty, trust, fairness and
respect
QUALITY AND SAFETY
We place health and safety first
We work to high standards to maintain our ISO 9001 and
AS/NZS 4801 Safety Certification
ACCOUNTABILITY
We deliver on all commitments made and are accountable for
our own actions and behaviours
PERFORMANCE
We measure our performance by our Clients satisfaction with
services we deliver
OUR VISION

Policies and Procedures
• Health and Safety Policy
• Environmental Policy
• Equal Employment Opportunity and Harassment Policy
• Quality Policy
• Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Fair Treatment Procedure
• Employee Grievance Management Procedure
• Employee Performance Counselling Procedure
• Employee Disciplinary Procedure
• Company Code of Conduct and Values and Behaviours
• Privacy Policy
• Use of IT Systems Policy
• Industrial Relations Policy
• Travel and Accommodation Procedure
A full set of all Company Polices and Procedures can be found
 On the Quality (Q) drive
 Located at the reception or foyer of both the Perth and Adelaide offices.
 Requested through your Supervisor, Line Manager or the Human Resource Department

Health and Safety is Everyones Business
Safety is more than a priority at Caledonia. It is the centre point of every facet of the company's
operations.
Employers
Must do all that is reasonably practical to ensure that employees are not exposed to hazards at
the workplace. They must provide adequate information, instruction, training and supervision to
allow employees to work in a safe manner.
Employees
Must also meet all health and safety standards in their workplace. They must follow all
reasonable instructions from their employer in relation to occupational health and safety
matters.
Safety Representatives
The Health and Safety Representative (HSR) is an employee nominated representative that
has the function of increasing communication between employees and employer in relation to
Health and Safety matters.
HSR’s will not be present on all sites, and can be requested by employees. Once elected
HSR’s have a 2 year term.

How Do We Protect Ourselves and Others
Fitness for work/pre employment medicals
Tickets and licenses are current and appropriate for
position and equipment used
Observing all site access requirements
Attending Inductions both Company and site
Wearing personal protective equipment
Following emergency and evacuation procedures
Work instructions and procedures
Attending health and safety training
Reporting hazards, incidents and near misses
Participating in ongoing Health and Safety meetings
and audits
Attendance at tool box meetings
Pre start Inspections
Utilising job safety analysis (JSA) and take 5’s
Directives from management and health and safety
representatives
Observing all health and safety signage
Material safety data sheets

Reporting Accidents, Incidents and Near Misses
Reporting of unwanted events or potential unwanted events is a
requirement for all Caledonia personnel and contractors.
All Caledonia personnel and contractors shall report as soon as practical:
• All injuries/ illnesses (events that cause an illness or injury
requiring medical attention).
• All near-misses (events that do not cause injury but have the
potential to do so).
• All hazards (anything that has the potential to cause ill health
or injury).
• All other incidents including environmental, property damage,
spills etc
Work Instruction WI004

Reporting Accidents, Incidents and Near Misses
The Employee will:
• Alert the supervisor or Safety Advisor to the hazardous situation
• Assist with the completion of incident, hazard or near miss report or corrective action request
The Supervisor/Manager will:
• Stop any dangerous work or situation immediately
• Assess the hazards involved and record using the CHIMP reporting system.
• Consult with the worker and the Safety Advisor or representative
• Recommend actions that will remove any risk of injury and record on the report for investigation
• Ensure sufficient controls are in place and that the site has been made safe before work is allowed to
continue
• Initiate a corrective or preventative action plan
It is the responsibility of both the Caledonia Scaffolding Health and Safety and Management Team to ensure all hazards,
near misses, accidents and incidents are recorded in the most appropriate means and regularly audited to ensure
compliance.
Work Instruction WI004 cont

First Aid
Caledonia Scaffolding will provide immediate and effective first aid to workers or others
who are injured or become ill from occupational hazards. Successful and prompt first aid
at the workplace may reduce the severity of the injury or illness and promote recovery. In
some cases it could mean the difference between life and death.
It is a Caledonia Scaffolding requirement that all injuries are recorded and reported
correctly.
Additional and more detailed information can be found in the “First Aid in the Workplace”
Australian Codes of Practice.
Who can apply First Aid?
First aid will where practical will be completed by a competent and authorised First Aider.
A Caledonia Scaffolding authorised First Aider has:
• Completed and holds a current certificate in “Applied First Aid” obtained at a
Registered Training Authority
• Been authorised by Caledonia Scaffolding management as a “First Aider”
At all times the wellbeing of the injured person shall be taken into account and first aid
shall only be applied if it is safe to do so.
First Aiders
There are a number of qualified First Aiders
available at each work location/site.
These names will be displayed on the health
and safety notice board.

First Aid
First Aiders
There are a number of qualified First Aiders
available at each work location/site.
These names will be displayed on the health
and safety notice board.
Work Instruction WI007 continued
Regardless of severity, all injuries and occupational illnesses shall be reported to the work group’s
immediate supervisor.
It is then the responsibility of the supervisor to:
• Ensure the event has been recorded and reported correctly
Initial treatment will be provided at the worksite and will be done by an authorised first aider
Supervisor/manager will accompany the employee to the first aid room for first aid treatment.
First aid personnel after assessing the injury will notify the manager for all serious injuries and any injuries
requiring further/immediate offsite treatment.
If the employee requires off site medical treatment the first aid personnel/manager will:
• Ask the employee if they have any preference for medical treatment.
All workers must be able to access a first aid kit.
First aid kits shall be risk assessed to determine if suitable
Regularly have supplies checked and recorded.

Emergency Evacuation
There are a number of different types of emergencies for which evacuation procedures
may be required
These include:
• Fire
• Natural gas leaks
• Explosions
• Spills (hazardous chemicals)
• Flooding and major water leaks
• Bomb threats
• Hold Up / Armed Theft
• Natural events (winds, lightning strikes, earthquake, cyclones etc)
All emergencies demand a quick and immediate response from well-informed, trained
employees.
Each Site will have its own individual Evacuation Procedure
Under no circumstances will any
person re-enter the building/area
until the “all clear” signal is given
by either emergency services or
the Fire Warden

person re-enter the building/area
until the “all clear” signal is given
by either emergency services or
the Fire Warden
Upon hearing the evacuation order or sound employees should
•Cease work immediately
•Turn off machinery or computers
•Turn off power and gas services if safe to do so
•Proceed to nearest safe exit or as directed by Fire Warden
•Assist Visitors
•Gather at designated muster point or meeting point
•Report anyone you think is missing to the Fire Warden

Bomb Threat
A bomb threat may be a prank or a warning of an impending bomb attack
Bomb threats must be must be taken seriously.
Threats may come in one of the following forms.
• Written notification
• Telephone
• Suspect object
•Specific Threat
•Non-Specific Threat
On the evacuation order take all personal belongings with you and, where possible, open all doors and windows.
Work Instruction WI021 continued
person re-enter the building/area until
the “all clear” signal is given by either
emergency services or the Fire
Warden

Where Do I Find Further Health and Safety Information
• Key personnel on site such as:
Health and Safety Advisors
Supervisors and Managers
• Safety Management Plan
• Acts and regulations
• Tool Box meetings
• Health and safety notice boards
• Health and safety literature
• Signage
When everyone works together,
the organisation can be really safe, healthy and successful

Health and Safety Induction Video

Buddy System Program-Scaffolders
The first day on the job can be daunting, even for the most experienced, skilled
and seasoned professional.
Every business operates in a different way.
Unique set of rules and regulations applicable to individual sites.
Caledonia has a Buddy System Program- all new Scaffolders are allocated a
Buddy.
The Buddy will assist you in familiarising yourself with Caledonia's unique set of
rules, regulations and operating procedures
Regularly assessed and where required, further assistance and training will be
provided
Perpetual program

Important Information
Pay
Pay day is weekly and normally occurs on a Wednesday.
Personal Property
Any personal property brought on to the work premises such as mobile
phones etc is the responsibility of the employee.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on sites, in the yards or in company
vehicles.
Failure to comply will result in appropriate disciplinary action and or possible
termination of employment.
Mobile Phones
The use of personal mobile phones on sites whilst working is not permitted.
Flights and Accommodation
It is the responsibility of the employee should they be working on a fly in fly
out (FIFO) basis, to arrive at airports within the required time frames for
check in etc.
If flights and or accommodation has been booked and due to illness or any
unforeseen circumstances you are unable to attend work, these will need to
be cancelled and or rescheduled to avoid incurring costs for no shows.
Ensure all relevant personnel who book flights are or accommodation are
notified in addition and, at the same time as your supervisors.
Failure to notify all personnel with at least 24 hours and 48 hours notice for
Barrow Island employees that results in missed flights, will result in costs
being incurred by employees.
Attendance
Unable to come to work when you are scheduled to do so?.....make phone
contact with your supervisor at least 30 minutes prior to the commencement
of your scheduled start time.
Text messages and emails will not be accepted .
Failure to make phone contact within necessary time frames may result in
disciplinary action.
Use of Company Motor Vehicles and or Equipment and Communication
Devices
Drive a company motor vehicle, operate company equipment or are provided
with a company mobile?.........you will be required to sign an agreement
regarding the use of that equipment and or vehicle.
Deliberate and wilful damage and any acts that contribute to loss or theft will
result in retrieval of costs from the employee.
Drugs and Alcohol
Caledonia has a strict NO Drugs and Alcohol Policy.
If an employee is found to be under the influence of drugs and or alcohol,
disciplinary action will be taken which may result in termination of their
employment.
Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (PPE)
PPE must be worn at all times on works sites and as required.

Key Contacts
Payroll Manager
WA/SA: Suzanne Gorvett is the Payroll Manager and is based in South Australia . All payroll
queries must go to the Supervisor in the first instance. They will then contact Suzanne to resolve
your enquiries.
Health and Safety Advisors
South Australia: Rohan Mogridge is based in the Londsdale office
Western Australian: Gerry Cahill is based in Perth
Human Resource Manager
WA/SA: Erin Harris is based in the Landsdale office in WA.
State Managers
Western Australia: Colin Gibson
South Australia: Scott Salmon
Your Supervisor and or Manager is your first point of contact for all matters and they will refer
your enquiry to the appropriate area of the business.

Welcome to the Caledonia Team
The Induction Video has now finished. You will now be required to complete the online Induction Questionnaire.
Following that you will prompted to view the Manual Handling video and complete the questionnaire.

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