V Rules

Obtain authorisation before overriding or disabling safety controls
• I understand and use safety-critical equipment and procedures which apply to my task
• I obtain authorisation before:
– disabling or overriding safety equipment
– deviating from procedures
– crossing a barrier

Obtain authorisation before entering a confined space
• I confirm energy sources are isolated
• I confirm the atmosphere has been tested and is monitored
• I check and use my breathing apparatus when required
• I confirm there is an attendant standing by
• I confirm a rescue plan is in place
• I obtain authorisation to enter

Follow safe driving rules
• I always wear a seatbelt
• I do not exceed the speed limit, and reduce my speed for road conditions
• I do not use phones or operate devices while driving
• I am fit, rested and fully alert while driving
• I follow journey management requirements

Verify isolation and zero energy before work begins
• I have identified all energy sources
• I confirm that hazardous energy sources have been isolated, locked, and tagged
• I have checked there is zero energy and tested for residual or stored energy

Control flammables and ignition sources
• I identify and control ignition sources
• Before starting any hot work:
– I confirm flammable material has been removed or isolated
– I obtain authorisation
• Before starting hot work in a hazardous area I confirm:
– a gas test has been completed – gas will be monitored continually

Keep yourself and others out of the line of fire
• I position myself to avoid:
– moving objects
– vehicles
– pressure releases
– dropped objects
• I establish and obey barriers and exclusion zones
• I take action to secure loose objects and report potential dropped objects

Plan lifting operations and control the area
• I confirm that the equipment and load have been inspected and are fit for purpose
• I only operate equipment that I am qualified to use
• I establish and obey barriers and exclusion zones
• I never walk under a suspended load

Work with a valid permit when required
• I have confirmed if a permit is required
• I am authorised to perform the work
• I understand the permit
• I have confirmed that hazards are controlled and it is safe to start
• I stop and reassess if conditions change

Protect yourself against a fall when working at height
• I inspect my fall protection equipment before use
• I secure tools and work materials to prevent dropped
objects
• I tie off 100% to approved anchor points while outside
a protected area