WHAT IS CONTRACTOR SITE FILE VETTING?

The contractor site file is vetted to ensure it meets all specifications and records of information that focuses on the management of health and safety by contractors and subcontractors on work sites such as construction sites or a client's premises. It is 'site-specific, meaning the contents must only relevant to the site it is used on. It is vetted / audited in line with the required Standards and OHS Legislation applicable to the type of work that will be conducted and based on the client's and the site's safety specifications.

WHAT IS THIS CONTRACTOR SITE FILE VETTING FOR?

This vetting process ensures that all relevant health and safety details and information required to ensure all contractors and subcontractors work on a client's worksite (or premises) safely, is consolidated into one main point of reference and is correct and verified.

WHY IS THIS CONTRACTOR SITE FILE VETTING IMPORTANT?

This vetting is an important part of the contractor site file because it verifies all the health and safety aspects required of contractors and subcontractors while they are present on the site (or premises) in order to ensure health and safety are maintained. It confirms the details of the risks and hazards involved in the work being done and provides details of the measures that must be in place before the work begins in order to ensure the work is conducted under healthy and safe conditions. In this way, the vetting provides evidence to an inspector that proof of compliance to safety specifications and its requirements in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations is being complied with by the employer. The process ensures you safeguard your organisation from any future incidents that may arise from the tasks that your contractor will be conducting, as well as guides your contractors to abide with the OHS Act, Regulations, Standards and By-Laws. 

VALIDITY

This vetting must contain all mandatory health and safety requirements, as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations, Standards and local By-Laws. The vetted file must be kept on-site, maintained so it is up-to-date and must be made available to an inspector or other interested parties for viewing.