C2O Life Saving Rules
The C2O Life Saving Rules are eight critical controls that protect everyone working for us and on our behalf.
Eight Life Saving Rules
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Rule 01 — Fit for Duty
- Turn up rested, alert and ready to work
- Never work under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Tell your supervisor about anything that affects you
- Speak up if you or a workmate isn't fit
Rule 02 — Line of Fire
- Position yourself out of the line of fire
- Obey all barriers and exclusion zones
- Secure tools and loads
- Keep hands and fingers out of pinch points, crush zones and potential impact areas
- Report and act on hazards you spot
Rule 03 — Control of Works
- Start only with valid authorisation
- Understand the hazards and the controls
- Follow the permit, SWMS or JSA
- Stop and reassess if anything changes
Rule 04 — Mobile Plant & Temporary Equipment
- Inspect before use and report any defect
- Operate only equipment you're trained and authorised for
- Keep people clear of exclusion zones
- Watch blind spots and agree your signals
Rule 05 — Safe Lifting
- Follow the lift plan
- Use only certified, inspected equipment
- Never stand or walk under a suspended load
- Obey barriers and exclusion zones
- Keep safe clearance from power lines
Rule 06 — Vehicles & Driving
- Always wear your seatbelt
- Match your speed to the conditions
- Check your vehicle and plan your journey
- Stay rested and within your hours
Rule 07 — Control of Energy
- Identify every energy source before you start
- Isolate, lock and tag it
- Prove zero energy, including stored energy
- Never remove a lock that isn't yours
Rule 08 — Working at Height
- Inspect your fall protection before every use
- Tie off 100% to approved anchor points
- Secure tools and materials so nothing drops
- Set exclusion zones below the work
- Stop if your protection or the weather changes
If it isn't safe, we stop.
Downloads
Download the Life Saving Rules posters to print and display on site.
Fit for DutyDownload PDF ↓
Line of FireDownload PDF ↓
Control of WorksDownload PDF ↓
Mobile Plant & Temporary EquipmentDownload PDF ↓
Safe LiftingDownload PDF ↓
Vehicles & DrivingDownload PDF ↓
Control of EnergyDownload PDF ↓
Working at HeightDownload PDF ↓