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TABLE OF CONTENT
ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 3
DEFINITIONS.................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
TABLE OF HOLDS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2. OBJECTIVE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3. SCOPE OF APPLICATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Scope .................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Responsibilities ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. PROCEDURE ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Lifting Techniques .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
4.1.1. Bend at the knees .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1.2. Grasp the load ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1.3. Lift, using the legs ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.1.4. Carrying the load ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.1.5. Changing grip ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
4.1.6. Stacking ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.1.7. Use of a lifting platform ................................................................................................................................................ 8
4.2 Making an Assessment ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
4.3 Safety Control Measures .................................................................................................................................................... 3
4.3.1. Task ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3
4.3.2. Load .............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
4.3.3. Working Environment ................................................................................................................................................... 3
4.3.4. Individual capability ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
4.4 Common Injuries ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
4.5 Training .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
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ABBREVIATIONS
ETAP : Entreprise Tunisienne d'Activités Pétrolières
HSE : Health, Safety And Environments
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DEFINITIONS
COMPANY (ETAP) Is the party which carries out the detailed engineering, Site
management, supplies materials, equipment and services to
perform the duties as specified by the CONTRACTOR / OWNER;
COMPANY Representative means the member and/or members appointed or designated by
COMPANY in charge for the Double joint supervision on site as its
duly authorized representative to deal with CONTRACTOR with
respect to the CONTRACT
CONTRACTOR (RETEL) Entity (and its legal successors in title) named as CONTRACTOR in
the CONTRACTOR
purchase order and/or the Contract awarded to the CONTRACTOR
to perform specific services and/or works
means the member and/or members appointed or designated by
Work Method Statement COMPANY in charge for the Double joint supervision on site as its
(WMS) duly authorized representative to deal with CONTRACTOR with
respect to the CONTRACT
Manual Handling The transporting or supporting of a load and includes, lifting,
putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying, moving a load either by
hand or by bodily force.
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TABLE OF HOLDS
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1. INTRODUCTION
The Tataouine Gas Project (TGP) is developed by ETAP. The project is intended to recover
associated and non‐associated gas reserves from existing concessions/permits in
Southern Tunisia. The TGP is composed of:
- Dry and partially dew pointed gas from concessions being taken from main 24”
Nawara Pipeline at the Deviation Point.
- A spur line which will deliver gas from Deviation Point to a Gas Treatment Plant
(GTP‐T) located at Tataouine
- The GTP‐T will produce Sales Gas, commercial LPG products and stabilized
Condensate
- Sales Gas will be delivered to customers at STEG reception point through dedicated
product line
- Separate export facility by road tanker will be provided for produced LPG and
Condensate at the GTP‐T
- Bottling Unit next to the GTP‐T LPG recovery plant.
Figure 1 Project Location Map
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2. OBJECTIVE
To define the minimum requirements for manual handling during site activities
3. SCOPE OF APPLICATION
3.1 Scope
CONTRACTOR Construction Sites.
3.2 Responsibilities
CONTRACTOR Site Manager is responsible to implement the procedure.
CONTRACTOR Site HSE Manager is responsible to make the site personnel aware of the
contents of this procedure.
4. PROCEDURE
The weight to be lifted must be within the lifting capacity of the individual worker and the
load should be approached squarely, facing the intended direction of travel. The feet are
positioned about a hip’s width apart, one foot slightly in front of the body. The knees are
bent and the body lowered as close to the load as possible while remaining relaxed and
balanced. The back should be straight from hips to shoulders, but not necessarily vertical.
The load is lifted with one hand (if necessary) so that the other hand can obtain a secure
grip at the corner nearest the body. The free hand is
Then transferred to the furthest corner of the load and drawn as close to the trunk as
possible. Arms should be well tucked in to provide maximum support to the load.
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The load can be lifted by straightening the legs so that the body and the load move
upwards in unison. All movements should be smooth and natural. Jerking, twisting, or
straining should be avoided.
Lifting should feel comfortable. Lifting movements will remain smooth and natural
providing the back and head are kept naturally erect. This is achieved by looking straight
ahead when straightening the legs, instead of looking down at the load.
The load should be held firmly into the body and carried to where it is to be deposited. The
closer the centre of gravity of the load can be kept to the body, the easier and more natural
the lift. It is important to be able to see over or around the load so as to avoid tripping
hazards.
When the weight is approaching the maximum lifting capacity of the individual, it will be
necessary to lean back on the hips with the load to bring the trunk to the erect position
before straightening the legs to lift the load. In this instance the body is being used simply
as a counterbalance to keep muscular effort to a minimum.
Grips should not be changed while carrying the load. First rest the load on a ledge or other firm
support, then change the grip if necessary.
4.1.6. Stacking
Loads should not be lifted above shoulder height. When it is impossible to lift and stack with the
elbows tucked into the sides of the body, a platform should be used to stand on. An intermediate
platform should also be used when lifting loads down from a higher level.
The squad position is adopted as near to the load as possible. Keeping a straight back, and using
the leg muscles, the load should be lifted onto a platform. The person lifting the load then stands
as near to the platform as possible and, bending at the knees and hips (NOT at the back), eases
the load onto his shoulder, adjusts for balance and straightens at the knees and hips.
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For lowering the load, the procedure is reversed.
Carrying a load under one arm, supported on the hip, causes strain and should be avoided.
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Any work that requires unusual or significant manual handling shall be identified and
assessed to evaluate the risks associated to such task.
The assessment shall take into account:
The task to be done
The characteristics of the load (weight, ergonomics, etc.)
The working environment (immediate physical surroundings within which the
handling operation takes place)
The individual capability (physical characteristics of the people who are doing the handling
operation and their ability in terms of knowledge, skills, health and strength)
Tasks including significant or unusual manual handling shall be listed and updated.
- Use mechanical aids to avoid as much as possible manual handling.
- Redefine work sequences to remove unnecessary tasks, to prevent double handling, to
prevent heavy carrying, to provide shelf storage for heavier objects at waist level, smaller objects on
high or low shelves, etc.
- Review work routine to reduce repetitive operations to allow more variation in movement
and posture to provide rest breaks during heavy or repetitive work.
- Identify resource needs (Manual handling by using work team).
4.3.2. Load
- Modify / Break up loads so that individual items are lighter and/or smaller
- If not possible to make the load smaller, hand grips or handles shall be provided
- Redesign the load to be more stable and rigid
- Make the load less damaging to hold
- Mark loads to identify approximate weight and centre of gravity
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- Identify the most appropriate atmospheric conditions to facilitate handling activity
- Identify approximate Personal Protective Equipment
Allowance should be made for workers with temporary or permanent health problems, and pregnant
women or new mothers, which may make them more liable to injury or less capable of undertaking
the tasks without risk to others and to the load itself.
Strains and sprains to muscles and joints, torn ligaments and tendons, disc trouble and
hernias. These are often caused by sudden and awkward movements, e.g. twisting or jerking while
lifting, or handling heavy loads. They are also caused by persons attempting to lift loads beyond
their physical capabilities. The muscles of the abdominal wall are particularly vulnerable, and
excessive strain may lead to ruptures.
Cuts and abrasions from rough surfaces, sharp or jagged edges, splinters, projections
etc. personal protective equipment and clothing should be worn as necessary, such as leather
gloves to protect the hands.
Back injuries are most frequently sustained while lifting and handling manually. They
may be the cumulative effect of repeated minor injuries, or the result of an abrupt strain. Stoop
lifting should be avoided. It greatly increases the chances of sustaining back injuries. The risk of
injury is reduced by a knowledge of correct lifting techniques and by not attempting to lift
excessively heavy loads without assistance
Crushing of limbs etc. by falling loads, fingers, hands or feet becoming trapped by loads.
Correct positioning of hands and feet in relation to the movement of the load is essential.
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4.5 Training
Any person who is required to perform manual handling shall receive a general training
which include as minimum:
- Planning of manual handling sequences
- Presentation of potential hazards related to manual handling
- Recognised techniques for manual handling (see Attachment 1)
- Use of suitable protective clothing
- Probability of injury if the correct kinetic techniques are not used
- Methods for self‐assessment of lifting activities for everyday manual handling activities
Manual handling shall be included in Toolbox talks and pre‐task briefings.
Training records shall be retained
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