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Initial Strike Report

by Martyn Caulfield, from the Community

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This Initial Strike Report template helps construction teams document utility or service strikes on site with speed and accuracy. Capture key information including subcontractor and site lead, operatives involved, nature of works, SSRA completion, detailed account of events leading to the strike, and immediate actions taken. Record whether injuries occurred, utilities affected, utility plan availability, surface type, service depth, and presence of marker tapes or tiles. Log calibration dates for CAT and Genny, confirm above‑ground service markings, and note any mechanical excavation within 500 mm of known services. Include utility report reference numbers and attach photos to support investigation and corrective actions.

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Initial Strike Report Master Template
Use this initial strike report master template to document utility strikes on construction sites. Capture subcontractor details, site ganger and operatives involved, nature of works, and whether an SSRA was completed. Record a clear description of events and immediate actions taken, note any injuries, the utility affected, and the utility reference number. Include surface type, depth of service, presence of marker tape, tiles or mesh, and whether utility plans were on site and noted. Verify calibration dates of CAT and Genny, confirm services were clearly marked above ground, and indicate if damage occurred from mechanical excavation within 500 mm of a known service.
by Robert Mayman, from the Community
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Strike Report Investigation
This Strike Report Investigation template helps construction teams document and analyze utility strikes during excavation. Capture utility details, location, and depth, record causes and site conditions, and list all personnel involved. Log CAT and Genny serial numbers and calibration dates, verify that equipment functioned correctly, and confirm PPE compliance. Include photos of utility plans, risk assessments, damaged assets, depth measurements, site mark ups, permit boards, and equipment. Document excavation methods, hand tools used, and ongoing CAT usage during works. Use the checklist and cause analysis to improve safety, support compliance, and prevent future incidents. Supervisor signatures finalize the report.
by Emma Evans, from the Community
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Strike Investigation Form
This Strike Investigation Form helps teams document and investigate utility strikes that occur during excavation, cabling, or related site works. Record incident time, location, work details, weather, ground and surface conditions, plant and equipment involved, and type of utility damaged such as electric, gas, water, sewer, fibre, or telecoms. Capture service position, diameter, depth, material, and protection, and note utility status. Verify risk management controls including permits to dig, point of work assessments, use and calibration of CAT and Genny, utility plans, service mark ups, trial pits, and protective measures. Attach photos and supporting notes to create a complete investigation record and aid corrective actions.
by Gillian Huppler, from the Community
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Hen - SF03 - Utility Strike Report
Use this Utility Strike Report to record any known or unknown strikes during excavation or civil works. Capture site details, date and time, supervisor and team, location and the asset struck such as gas, electric, telecoms, water, sewer or fibre, and whether the utility owner was informed. Log excavation depth, photos, markings, NRSWA card, equipment used, drawings validity, trial holes, CAT and Genny calibration and competency, and warning markers. Document service interruption, affected customers, costs, injuries, and a detailed root cause analysis. Add corrective actions, training needs, manager notifications, and sign off to prevent recurrence.
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