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43281-PJ-HSE-HIP-0019 Date: 29 JAN 2020

Hazard Identification Plan (HIP) For UGOSP-8

Project Upgrade fire protection system, phase II Project
Company Saudi Arabia Oil Company (ARAMCO)
Contractor PETROJET
Company Project No. 10-02133
Agreement No. 6600043281
Document No. 43281-PT-HSE-HIP-0019
Document revision Status 1
Document Class 1

1 29/01/2020 ISSUED FOR APPROVAL M.El-Maghrabi Haleem Ur Rahman A.Abd ElWahed

0 27/10/2019 ISSUED FOR APPROVAL M.El-Maghrabi A.Elkhodary M.Khattab
REV DATE REVISIONS BY CH'D APPR
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1.1.1 Lockout devices such as padlocks and keys shall be numbered.

1.1.2 Padlocks and keys shall be stored in such manner as not to be

1.1 Serious / Fatal Injuries available to unauthorized personnel.

1.1.3 Each lock shall be keyed separately, with no duplicate key, to

ensure removal only by the authorized user
1.2.1 Before servicing or installing equipment, you must be able to
know the following (The type of energy source on the
equipment, the potential hazards related to the energy
source, steps for controlling the energy source and the
employees who shall be notified that equipment will be
shutdown)

1 Isolation, Lockout And Holding 1.2.2 Be aware that some equipment has special shutdown
Tags procedures (e.g. computer controlled equipment)

1.2.3 Make sure that all energy sources have been located and
1.2 Major Equipment Damage shutdown (some machines have more than one power source
all must be shut down).

1.2.4 Equipment shall be isolated by (Shutting of the main breaker

or control switch, Closing valves, disconnecting process lines,
pulling plugs) and for complex machines or equipment refer
to manufacturer’s control diagram detailing the locations of
all isolation points, including breaker panels, switches, valves,
etc.

1.2.5 Each authorized employee who is performing maintenance is

responsible to inform lockout and tag-out authority for
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locking and tagging the equipment

1.2.6 All employees whose duties require them to work on

equipment must be provided with their own lock and key.

1.2.7 If more than one employee is involved in maintenance,

multiple locking devices must be used to allow each
maintenance employee to lock and tag. This prevents one
employee from accidentally starting up the equipment while
another employee is still working.

1.2.8 Follow work procedure and/or manufacturer’s instruction for

shutdown and be aware that some equipment has special
shutdown procedures (e.g. computer controlled equipment)
1.2.9 Equipment shall be isolated by(Shutting of the main breaker
or control switch , Closing valves, Disconnecting process lines ,
Pulling plugs ) and for complex machines or equipment refer
to manufacturer’s control diagram detailing the locations of
all isolation points , including breaker panels , switches ,
valves, etc.
1.3.1 After locking any tagging equipment, you must make sure that
any stored energy on the equipment is released is done.

1.3.2 At the end of lock out ant tag out (Test the start switches on
the equipment to confirm that all power sources have been
shut down and switches can’t be moved to the “on” or “start”
1.3 Electrocution position, secure all blocks, clamps, chains and cribs., Secure
blanks and make sure they are not leaking, check electrical
circuits to make sure that voltage is at zero).

1.3.3 Once the maintenance or installation is completed the

equipment can be restarted by the following:
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 Making sure all equipment component is fully assembled

and operational
 Removing all tools from equipment and work area
 Notify affected employees
 Removal lockout devices and tags

1.3.4 Working Personnel to use appropriate Arc-rated PPE above

220 volts, such as but not limited to CAT II FRC, Rubber
insulating Gloves, Face shield, etc.
1.4.1 Special precautions such as requirements for fire watch, fire
Extinguisher and gas test shall be written in work permit.

1.4 Fires & Explosions 1.4.2 Ensure that Equipment are mechanically isolated, Purged and
clean prior to work.

1.4.3 Ensure that gas testing shall be done prior to start the work.
5 On And Off- Site Travel 2.1.1 Only qualified personnel shall be employed as drivers of
motor vehicles. Each person driving a motor vehicle must
possess and have a valid Saudi Arab Government driver’s
license receive defensive driving training and driver
evaluations and be in possession of a current Saudi Arab
government driver’s license.
2.1 Injuries/illness
2.1.2 All Drivers shall be conduct Driving Training courses.

2.1.3 In the event of serious injury, fire or hazardous roadblock

caused by an accident emergency telephone number shall be
used. (emergencies telephone numbers shall posted inside
the vehicles).
2.2 Vehicle accident 2.2.1 The driver of the vehicle is fully responsible and accountable
for the mechanical and physical condition of the vehicle. He
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must report any damage, beyond normal wear and tear,

immediately.

2.2.2 The driver is responsible for transporting materials properly

and ensuring that a load does not exceed the manufacturer’s
design load capacity.

2.2.3 All loads must be properly secured and tied down. Materials
shall not extend over the sides of the truck. Loads extending
beyond the front or rear shall be marked with a red flag. Also
such loads must be equipped with visible brake and tail lights
at the rear end.

2.2.4 Tires, which have breaks in the casing, or with exposed fabric,
shall not be used.

2.2.5 Each driver is responsible to ensure his vehicle is safe to

operate.

2.2.6 Vehicle Inspection Checklist shall be followed by each driver

before operating.
2.3.1 Drivers shall not transport unauthorized persons in the
vehicles

2.3.2 Driver’s supervisor shall authorize all passengers in the

vehicle
2.3 Fatalities
2.3.3 The driver and all passengers shall wear seat belts at all
times while the vehicle is in motion.
2.3.4 Passengers shall not be transported in the rear of pickups or
on truck beds
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2.3.5 Drivers shall not transport more passengers than the

number of seat belts provided in the vehicle.
2.4.1 All persons who drive in the desert shall study “Driving guide
on safe driving tips and desert travel”. It is recommended
that the driver have a copy with him in the vehicle.
2.4 Getting lost
2.4.2 A journey Management plan must be prepared to ensure
that a travel planning and check-in procedure is done.
2.5.1 All drivers shall be familiar with what the Aramco considers
unsafe driving practices and avoid them at all times.

2.5.2 The driver must not exceed the posted speed limit. This is
2.5 Driving violations the maximum speed allowed in a certain area. Every driver
is expected to reduce his vehicle’s speed under hazardous
weather or road conditions.
2.5.3 Each driver shall become familiar with, and abide by, the
Government Traffic Regulations.
3.1.1 Follow site Access, Traffic rules & signs.
3.1 Serious / fatal injuries
3.1.2 All passengers to wear seat belt.

3.2 Damaged vehicles / plant equipment 3.2.1 Follow speed limits.

10 Traffic Flow & Road Crossings
3.3.1 Parking at designated areas for parking
3.3 Access interference for emergency
3.3.2 Avoid road closing and obstructions
response vehicles
3.3.3 Re-routing for existing asphalt road
4.1.1 Keep away your hand from pinch point
11 Lifting Operations 4.1 Pinch Point/ Hand injuries
4.1.2 Use appropriate PPE / Use Hand Gloves
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4.1.3 Minimum two tag lines to control the load to avoid damage
to adjacent building.
4.2 Damage to load 4.2.1 Crane must have third party inspection certificate and shall
be inspected by the area mobile equipment as well & must
have a valid inspection sticker

4.2.2 Only third party certified and the area authorized crane
operator, riggers, flag man (rigger) are allowed to perform
their job.

4.2.3 Proper planning and adequate supervision by rigging

supervisor need to be ensure at all times

4.2.4 All lifting tools and tackles should have third party inspection
certificate and they shall be inspected and current color
coded by the area mobile equipment.

4.2.5 Rigger 1 shall be available and responsible during the whole

lifting activity

4.2.6 Approved critical lifting plan shall be available and

implemented strictly.

4.2.7 Ensure all components are isolated from indented load

4.2.8 Lifting area should be barricaded with proper sign board.

4.2.9 No personnel are allowed to walk, stand or work under

suspended load.

4.2.10 Rigger should be visible to the crane operator. Only signal

rigger shall be allowed to give signal to crane operator.
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4.2.11 Provide packing with sharp edges

4.2.12 Authorized rigger shall inspect all rigging tool & tackles prior
to use.

4.2.13 Authorized Rigger shall clear all other workers from boom
swing zone.

4.2.14 Out rigger pad shall be inspected before use and out riggers
shall be fully extended on steel plates to distribute loads.

4.2.15 Rigger should always consider the Centre of gravity for

rigging

4.2.16 Load should be controlled by at least two tag lines.

4.2.17 Rigger shall never come near / under swinging /suspended

load.
4.3.1 Minimum two tag lines to control the load to avoid damage
4.3 Damage To adjacent building
to adjacent building.
4.4.1 Crane loading area shall be leveled, compacted and soil load
test shall be issued from ARAMCO approved third party prior
to loading of the crane

4.4.2 Crane loading area shall be covered with steel plates to

4.4 Damage to the crane / toppling distribute loads on the surface area.
4.4.3 Crane capacity against load shall be checked by both certified
crane operator and rigger.

4.4.4 Proper clearance distance from Power line shall be strictly

followed as per Aramco standard.
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4.5.1 Stop lifting during high wind speed (>32Km/hr. as per crane
inductor.
4.5 High wind speed bad weather
4.5.2 Stop lifting during bad weather conditions (Rain/Fog/dust,
storm)
12 Using Electrical Energy 5.1.1 Qualified, experienced electricians must carry out all
installation work.

5.1.2 A competent person must be made directly responsible

for the overall safety of the installation. Its general
usage, its maintenance, and any alterations and
extensions to the system shall be under his control.
5.1 Untrained workers 5.1.3 provide training for employees to be knowledgeable and
proficient in the following:
 Procedures involving emergency situations;
 First-aid fundamentals including cardiopulmonary
resuscitation; and
 Remote field crews shall have an employee certified
in First Aid.

5.2 Electrocution 5.1.1 Power sources and portable electric power tools shall be
of a single voltage (110 V or 220 V nominal) within a
single job site or operating area. Portable electrical
power tools shall match the supplied power source
voltage.

5.1.2 Defective extension lights and electric hand tools shall be

repaired by competent and certified skilled electrician or
to be replaced.

5.1.3 Portable electric tools, extension lights and cords shall

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be inspected each time they are issued and returned.

5.1.4 Portable hand lamps shall comply with the following:

5.1.5 Metal shell, paper-lined lamp holders shall not be used.
5.1.6 Hand lamps s hall be equipped with insulated handle.
5.1.7 Substantial lamp guard shall be attached to the handle or
holder. Metallic lamp guards shall be grounded. Three-wire
power cords with grounding conductor shall be used.

5.1.8 Before any portable tool or extension, light is plugged in,

the voltage required for the tool or light must be the
same, as the power source, and the plugs must be
checked for damage.

5.1.9 All non-current carrying metal parts of any electrical

equipment must be properly grounded. This will reduce
the electrical shock hazard.

5.1.10 Ground fault circuit interrupters shall be used on all

electrical circuits including portable power electrical
supplies

5.1.11 Whenever workers are required to work on energized

equipment, the job must be planned thoroughly and the
workers shall proceed with caution.

5.1.12 Work platforms and equipment used near energized

equipment shall be properly grounded.

5.1.13 Contact shall be made with the Electrical department at

the planning stage of the job to determine the work
permit requirements, route and depth of any
underground cables and the recommended safe
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clearances. If re -routing existing cables is necessary, this

shall be done before the main contact starts.

5.1.14 Equipment to be worked on when it is de-energized shall

be isolated from the system and tested for voltage using
test equipment rated for the system, and be grounded.

5.1.15 Grounding cables and clamps shall be capable of

conducting the anticipated fault current and shall have a
minimum size of No. 2 AWG standard copper.

5.1.16 Designated employees shall perform work on or adjacent

to energized control panels. Precaution shall be taken to
prevent accidental operation of relays or other
protective devices due to jarring, vibration, or improper
wiring.

5.1.17 Apply lock out and tag out system.

5.1.18 To ensure safe distance while working beside a live

overhead power lines.

5.1.19 Fire rated and ARC Rated clothing to be worn whenever

employee work on energized lines.
5.3.1 In hazardous areas, more rules that are stringent apply
as to the type of equipment, which may be used. 12.3.2.
Explosion proof light fittings for extension lights are one
example.
5.3 Fire Explosion
5.3.2 As with all work carried out on Saudi Armco installations,
Work Permits must be obtained and the type of
equipment to be used discussed and agreed upon before
the permit is issued.
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5.3.3 All extension lights must be fitted with protective guards.

5.3.4 Up to a 120-volt maximum rated AC portable lighting
system may be used for illuminating inside confined
spaces and vessels, provided it is protected by an
externally located ground fault circuit interrupter.
5.4.1 Before any work on live equipment starts, there must be
a thorough knowledge of the work involved, personal
5.4 Incomplete PPE’s
protective equipment must be available, and all
necessary work permits must be obtained.
5.5.1 Underground cables, exposed during excavation work
shall be assumed to be energized and not repositioned or
moved until certified to be de-energized. Exposed buried
cables in open trenches shall be properly supported and
the area barricaded.

5.5.2 When multiple cables exist in an excavation, the cable to

be worked on shall be identified by electrical means.
5.5 Property Damage
5.5.3 When working at night, spotlights or portable lights for
emergency lighting shall be provided as needed to
perform the work safely.

5.5.4 Insure that small materials such as bolts and nuts are not
left inside MCC cabinets after finishing work.

5.6 Inadequate Hand Tools 5.6.1 Choose the right tool for Purpose that it is designed for.

13 Pressure Testing 6.1 Serious/fatal injuries 6.1.1 Written procedures approved prior to testing shall be
followed

6.1.2 A work permit shall be issued prior to commencement of

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hydrostatic test operations.

6.1.3 Piping, vessels, supports and foundations designed for

gas service shall not be overloaded by the extra weight
of the test liquid. Temporary supports and braces may
be required.

6.1.4 Hazardous gases or vapors must be vented clear of any

area where personnel are working or where there is
any possible source of ignition.

6.1.5 A system under test shall be depressurized (with the

exception of pressure due to a liquid head) before any
work is done to stop leaks or repair weakness, including
the tightening of bolts.

6.1.6 Warning signs and preliminary walkthrough shall be

involved at site area.

6.1.7 Distance barricades must be at work area.

6.1.8 The traffic shall be controlled through prepared the traffic

plan to ensure that unwanted personnel out of pressure
testing area.

6.1.9 No opening or striking allowed for lines under pressure

testing.
6.2 Fire / Explosion 6.2.1 Pressure relief valve(s) shall be used to prevent over
pressuring of the equipment.

6.2.2 Only calibrated test gauges shall be used and they

shall be mounted in the upright position. Pump
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discharge gauges must be visible to the pump operator

for the duration of the test.

6.2.3 The equipment / vessel shall have adequate vacuum relief

capacity to avoid damage or collapse, when draining the
test liquid.

6.2.4 Air shall not be used to displace test fluid from

underwater equipment unless it has been determined
that the equipment will not float.

6.2.5 A block valve is required on the line from the test pump
to the equipment under test.
6.3.1 Lines shall be drained and dried mechanically when the
6.3 Hazardous Waste
test liquid is corrosive or otherwise hazardous.
14 Welding & Cutting 7.1.1 Personnel working with welding equipment shall be
trained, competent, and provided with personal
7.1 Serious / Fata Injuries protection equipment. Welding goggles, helmets, screens,
forced ventilation and similar equipment shall be provided
to all workers and to trainees in the immediate area.
7.2 Fire And / Or Explosion 7.2.1 Oxygen cylinders or apparatus shall not be handled with
oily hands or gloves. A jet of oxygen must never be
permitted to strike an oily surface, greasy clothes or enter
fuel, oil or other storage tanks.

7.2.2 Acetylene cylinders shall be stored, handled, and used in

the vertical position to prevent the liquid acetone from
escaping and damaging the valves and other equipment.

7.2.3 Regulated Acetylene pressures must never be allowed to

exceed 103 (15 psig) or it may explode.
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7.2.4 All compressed gas cylinders shall be marked by a colour

code.

7.2.5 Cylinders shall be stored in a safe, dry, well-ventilated

place prepared and reserved for that purpose.

7.2.6 Flammable substances such as oil and volatile liquids or

corrosive substances shall not be stored in the same area.

7.2.7 Oxygen cylinders and flammable gas cylinders shall be

stored separately, at least t 6.6 meters (20 feet) apart or
separated by a fire proof, 1.6 meters (5 feet) high
partition.

7.2.8 All storage areas shall have Arabic and English "No
Smoking Permitted" signs prominently displayed.

7.2.9 All cylinders shall be chained or otherwise secured in an

upright position.

7.2.10 Valve caps shall be kept in place when cylinders are not in
use.

7.2.11 Flammable substances shall not be stored within 50 feet

of cylinder storage areas.

7.2.12 Cylinders shall not be stored at temperatures exceeding

54C (130F). Accordingly, they shall not be stored near
sources of heat such as radiators, furnaces, or near highly
flammable substances like gasoline.

7.2.13 Cylinders shall be stored out of the direct rays of the sun,
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in protective enclosures or sun shelters.

7.2.14 Means of torch ignition shall be readily available. A

friction lighter shall be used for this purpose.

7.2.15 All Hoses shall be provided with Flash back arrestors

attached at the gauges.

7.2.16 Select the correct rated grinding disc. Ensure grinding disc
RPM is same or greater than the grinding machine RPM.

7.2.17 Grinding machine must be provided with dead man switch.

7.2.18 Should not use grinding disc for cutting and cutting disc for
grinding. Always use for its intended purpose of work.

7.2.19 Fuel gas and oxygen manifolds shall bear the name of the
substance they contain in English and Arabic letters at
least 1-inch high which shall be painted either on the
manifold or on a sign permanently attached to it.
7.2.20 Fuel gas and oxygen manifolds shall be placed in safe, well
ventilated, and accessible locations, they shall not be
located within enclosed spaces.

7.2.21 All electric Welding Machines shall be inspected

periodically and stocked by inspection card

7.2.22 Maintain welding and ground cables and connections in

good condition

7.2.23 All combustible material shall be removed from the work

area to avoid fire during welding.
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7.2.24 Operators of arc welding equipment must always switch

off the current to the electrode holder and remove the
electrode whenever it is to be set down and is not actually
in use.

7.2.25 When welding or cutting material that is supported by a

crane, a shield or an effective screen shall be provided to
protect the suspension ropes or chains. Grounding cables
shall only be connected to the work, not to the crane or
rigging.

7.2.26 Electric welding operations must be effectively screened

to prevent nearby personnel from being affected by
harmful radiation. Screens shall be made from fire
resistant materials or shall be suitably treated with a fire
resistant compound. Screens shall be designed and
placed so as not to restrict the flow of air for
ventilation purposes.

7.2.27 Damaged Hoses and Fitting Which Detected During Work

or by regular inspection should be changed immediately

7.2.28 To minimize exposure for welding fumes as applicable,

awareness sessions include hazards of welding fumes should
have applied regularly.

7.2.29 Fire rated clothing to be worn by welders.

7.2.30 Spent welding rods shall be contained in a proper way.

7.3.1 Empty and full cylinders must be stored separately with
7.3 Property Damage
empty cylinders plainly marked as such, to avoid
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confusion. Empty cylinders shall be segregated according

to the type of gas they have held.

7.3.2 Their valves shall never lift cylinders since the valves are
not designed to take such stress.

7.3.3 All valves must be fully closed before a cylinder is

moved. Unless a trolley or special carrier is used,
regulators and hoses shall be detached from the
cylinders, for moving.

7.4.1 All equipment shall be examined immediately before

use and regularly maintained. All welding operations
shall be conducted in well-ventilated areas.

7.4.2 Gas Leak test shall be done for compressed gas cylinders
by only soapy water.

7.4.3 Hoses shall be used for one type of gas only and color-
coded for identification. They shall be examined before
use for any signs of splitting which might give rise to
7.4 Damaged Hoses & Fittings
leakage. Clips or crimps shall make all connections.

7.4.4 The hoses used for acetylene and for oxygen shall not be
interchangeable.

7.4.5 Connections and check valves shall be regularly

examined.

7.4.6 An acetylene cylinder valve wrench shall be available at

all times for the cylinder in use.
7.5 Inhalation Of welding Fumes 7.5.1 Adequate ventilation of welding area shall be provided.
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7.5.2 Forced ventilation shall be arranged wherever work is to

be carried out in confined area.
8.1.1 All Heavy Equipment operator shall be certified and have
SAG license

8.1.2 Inspection & Maintenance program shall be prepared and

applied for all heave equipment

8.1.3 All Equipment shall have Back Reverse Alarm and Equipped
with Warning Alert System.

8.1.4 Mechanical equipment such as cranes shall be equipped

8.1 Serious / fatal injuries
with wire mesh guards over windows and with solid
protection over the driving position so that there is no
danger of the operator being struck by flying debris.

8 Using Heavy Equipment 8.1.5 Spotters/flagmen shall be properly trained

8.1.6 Potters/flagmen shall wear fluorescent Vests

8.1.7 Daily Inspection shall be performed prior to operate by

operators.
8.2.1 Prepare adequate and safe traffic plan.

8.2.2 Avail safe parking area.

8.2 Property Damage
8.2.3 Follow site speed limit.

8.2.4 Passenger not exceed the designed no of equipment.

8.3.1 Check firefighting Equipment (Fire Extinguishers).
8.3 Fire
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8.3.2 Enter restricted area after issuing required permits and

perform Gas testing.
9.1.1 Access way with handrails shall be provided for labours from
excavation
9.1 Improper access way
9.1.2 Proper scaffolds shall be constructed and used during all
concrete form work as needed.
9.2 Personnel working vertically over
9.2.1 All rebar shall be capped or bent over.
protruding rebar
9.3.1 Erected shoring equipment shall be inspected immediately
prior to and immediately after the placement of concrete.

9.3.2 Any shoring equipment that is found to be damaged or

weakened shall be immediately reinforced or re -shored.

9.3.3 Re-shoring shall be provided when necessary to safely

9 Concrete, Concrete Forms &
9.3 Formwork improperly designed,
Shoring
erected, supported, braced & or
maintained .
support slabs and beams after stripping, or where such
members are subjected to superimposed loads due to
construction work done.
9.3.4 Form work and shoring shall be designed, erected,
supported, braced, and maintained so that it will safely
support all vertical and lateral loads that may be imposed
upon it during placement of concrete.
9.3.5 Personnel shall not be allowed under or in close proximity
of the formwork during pour operations.
9.3.6 Drawings or plans showing the jack layout, formwork,
shoring, working decks, and scaffolding, shall be available at
the job site.

9.4 Improper PPE used 9.4.1 Proper personnel protective shall be worn

9.5.1 All MSDS sheet for all chemicals which will be used shall be
9.5 Chemical hazards
followed and implemented on site.
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9.6 Damaged tools and/or material
9.7 Entrance of unauthorised personnel
10.1 Serious / Fatal injuries
9.6.1 Any Damaged tools and/or material found shall not be used
for shoring.
9.7.1 Personnel not engaged in the pour operation shall stay clear
of the pour area.
9.7.2 A clear area shall be maintained at 1-1/2 times the highest
point of the formwork.
10.1.1 Scaffold shall be erected for any work on height more than
1.8 meter.
10.1.2 Follow Ref: GI 8.001, Safety Requirements for Scaffolds
10.1.3 Use only inspected and approved scaffold material
10.1.4 Ensure ground is strong enough to bear the load of scaffold
structure plus intended load.
10.1.5 Use sole boards and base plates as per requirement
10.1.6 Scaffolding shall be inspected by third party certified & SA
approved supervisor.
10.2.1 Scaffold shall be provided with ladder.

10.2.2 All personnel working over 1.8 meters shall be provided with
16 Working at heights full body harness with shock absorbing lanyards.

10.2.3 Barricade the area at ground level

10.2.4 Only third party certified and SA Approved Scaffolders shall

10.2 Personnel Fall Potential
be allowed to erect the scaffolding.

10.2.5 Wear full body harness with double lanyard with100%tie off.
Wear helmet with chin strap

10.2.6 Ensure close supervision by competent supervisor.

10.2.7 Scaffolding shall be inspected by Saudi Aramco Approved

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scaffold inspector.
10.3.1 Scaffold shall be provided with toe-boards, mid-rail and
handrail.

10.3 Falling objects 10.3.2 Use rope / line (with tool basket) to lift or lower the tools
etc.

10.3.3 Secure the material at height to avoid falling.

10.4 Training 10.4.1 All working at height workers shall be trained.

11.1.1 Tools constructed of good quality materials shall always be

11.1 Improper tools for work being
17 Using Hand / Power tools
performed
used.
11.1.2 Power tools, however, allow many jobs to be carried out
more efficiently and with greater speed and accuracy
11.1.3 The correct use of power tools can only be achieved by the
proper training of workmen, by proper maintenance, and by
adequate site supervision
11.1.4 Hand tools are regularly cleaned and, where necessary,
lightly oiled as a protection against corrosion
11.1.5 All hand tools shall be regularly inspected before and after
use, and before storage.
11.1.6 If wear or damage is observed, the tool shall be withdrawn
from use for repair or disposal.
11.1.7 Proper racks and boxes shall be provided for the storage of
hand tools.
11.1.8 It is essential that the correct type, size, and weight of tool
shall be decided upon before any work is carried out.
11.1.9 Before any electrical tool is used, a careful check shall be
made by the supervisor to ensure that the supply voltage is
within the range marked on the information plate on the
tool.
11.1.10 All tools shall be used with extension cords, which are as
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short as possible.
11.2.1 Insulation shall be checked at regular intervals by a
competent electrician

11.2.2 All electrical tools and equipment shall be grounded.

11.2 Power tools not properly grounded or 11.2.3 All electrical power hand tools shall be of the double
double insulated insulated type or properly grounded.

11.2.4 All extension cords shall be fitted with grounding pin and
blades to fit the socket outlet on the distribution board.

11.2.5 Extension cords shall be of the three-wire conductor type.

11.3 Tools not properly stored.
11.4 Injuries
11.5 Damage or spliced
11.3.1 All portable power tools shall be stored in clean, dry
conditions.
11.3.2 Power tools must not be left lying around the job site where
they could be damaged.
11.4.1 Rotating tools shall be switched off and held until rotation
has completely stopped before they are set down.
11.4.2 Tools must be disconnected before changing bits, blades,
cutters, or wheels.
11.5.1 The contractor shall provide a schedule of systematic
inspection and maintenance for all power tools.

11.5.2 Power for tools can be supplied by compressed air or

electricity.
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11.5.3 Plugs and sockets must meet the National Electrical Code
requirement with respect to grounding and polarity

11.5.4 Where it is necessary to make electrical splices, these shall

be made with proper connector blocks or by plug and
socket, connectors and taped joints shall not be permitted.

11.5.5 All electrical tools shall establish a proper inspection and

maintenance routine.

11.5.6 A competent electrician shall carry out the inspection and

11.6 GFCI requirements not in effect
maintenance of all tools at least once in every working
week.
11.6.1 Over-current protection shall be provided to extension
cords in accordance with the requirements of the National
Electrical Code

11.6.2 Portable electric power tools and extension cords shall be

protected by an overcurrent protection device (e.g., panel
mounted circuit breaker or in-line fuse).

11.6.3 Residual current devices (RCDs), including ground fault

circuit breakers

11.6.4 (GFCIs) and earth leak current breakers (ELCBs), shall be

used for all 110/220 V portable electric power tools.
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11.6.5 RCDs shall have a maximum rated tripping current of 10

mA.

11.6.6 RCDs should be installed as close to the power source as

practicable (e.g.at distribution board/panel).

11.6.7 RCDs shall be installed in enclosures to protect against

environmental conditions and designed for use in outdoor
environments. RCDs shall be protected against mechanical
damage and vibration.
11.7.1 Rotating Disk shall match the used rotating Motor.

11.7 Rotating disks & blades do not match 11.7.2 Rotating disks shall be checked for Expiry date and if expired
equipment or usage, damaged or it shall not be used.
expiry date not valid
11.7.3 Damaged Rotating disks shall not be used and to be removed
immediately from site.
11.8.1 All personnel shall be equipped with full personnel
11.8 Proper PPE not in use
protective equipment
11.9.1 Protective Guard shall be properly installed and used.
11.9 Guards not properly installed &/or
maintained 11.9.2 Protective guards shall be periodically inspected and
maintained.
11.10.1 Work Permits will not normally be required for use on job
sites but in case of using in restricted areas (operation
11.10 Not Work Permit
area), a Hot Work Permit must be obtained before work
commences.
18 Cable Pulling 12.1 Injuries 12.1.1 Work permits must be obtained from the appropriate
operations supervisor before work is started.
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12.1.2 Qualified and trained workers to do the Job.

12.1.3 Close supervision from Supervisor and Site Engineer.

12.1.4 Proper risk assessment and method statement should be

adhered.

12.1.5 Competent personnel only to work in the job.

12.2.1 Clear the area under cables pulling.

12.2.2 Use rope / line (with tool basket) to lift or lower the tools
etc.

12.2 Falling materials 12.2.3 Secure the material at height to avoid falling.

12.2.4 Make sure toe-bards are in place.

12.2.5 Ensure clearance of emergency exits.

12.3.1 If working at height proper mean of falling protection to be
used.
12.3 Falling

12.3.2 To ensure proper fitness for labors.

12.4 Ergonomic Hazard
12.5 Heat Stress Hazards
12.4.1 Awareness sessions regarding Ergonomics hazard to be
applied regularly.
12.6 Heat stress shall be avoided by developing and implanting a
heat stress program as per SA CSM I-13, Heat Stress program
based on the results of the heat stress evaluation, as well as
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SA’s heat stress requirements.

REFERENCES
This Document has been prepared on the basis of the following:
- Saudi Aramco CONTRACT (SCHEDULE D).
- Saudi Aramco GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS RELATED TO HSE (GIs 2.100 – GIs 6.021 - GIs 6.012
- GIs 6.007, SAES-B-019 ).
- OSHA 29 CFR Parts 1910 & 1926.
- Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - Safety/Labor laws.
- Saudi Aramco CSM-5th Edition Dec. 2012.