HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN

HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN

FOR THE
BELAIR MINING S.A. BAUXITE PROJECT

Document no. BAM-HAS-PLN-4001.1 Version no. 1.0

Document status. Draft Approve X Date approved. 14/07/2017

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Brief Description. Belair Mining S.A. Health and Safety Management Plan

This management plan applies to all Belair Mining employees, contractors, sub-contractors
Application.
and visitors.

ORIGINAL AUTHOR

Position Name Signature Date

H&S Dereck 14/02/2017

Manager Guilfoyle

DOCUMENT APPROVAL

Position Name Signature Approval

Date
Project Kevin Mclean 14/02/2017
Director

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 PREAMBLE................................................................................................................................................................4
2 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................................4
3 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT POLICY......................................................................................................................5
4 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT PHILOSOPHY............................................................................................................7
5 LIFE CYCLE APPROACH..............................................................................................................................................7
6 BEST PHILOSOPHIES..................................................................................................................................................8
7 LEADERSHIP AND ACCOUNTABILITY.........................................................................................................................8
8 LEGAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS.......................................................................................................................10
9 PLANNING, GOALS AND TARGETS...........................................................................................................................12
10 H & S HAZARDS AND RISKS....................................................................................................................................13
11 MATERIAL RISK MANAGEMENT PLANS (MRMP).....................................................................................................17
12 MRMP - ISOLATION................................................................................................................................................17
13 MRMP - LIFTING OPERATIONS................................................................................................................................20
14 MRMP – ELECTRICITY..............................................................................................................................................22
15 MRMP - WORKING AT HEIGHTS..............................................................................................................................25
16 MRMP - TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT...........................................................................................................................27
17 MRMP - EQUIPMENT SAFEGUARDING...................................................................................................................29
18 MRMP - WORKING OVER, IN OR AROUND WATER AND OTHER LIQUIDS...............................................................29
19 MRMP - WHEEL AND RIM MANAGEMENT.............................................................................................................35
20 MRMP - EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING......................................................................................................................36
21 MRMP - MALARIA AND OTHER INSECT BORNE DISEASES.......................................................................................36
22 MRMP - ENCOUNTERS WITH DANGEROUS WILDLIFE.............................................................................................38
23 WORK CLEARANCE PERMITS...................................................................................................................................39
24 SURFACE MOBILE EQUIPMENT...............................................................................................................................40
25 REGISTRATION OF EQUIPMENT..............................................................................................................................41
26 ROPS and FOPS.......................................................................................................................................................41
27 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION.....................................................................................................................41
28 GROUND CONTROL.................................................................................................................................................42
29 AWARENESS, COMPETENCE AND BEHAVIORS........................................................................................................43
30 HEALTH................................................................................................................................................................... 48
31 HYGIENE..................................................................................................................................................................51
32 DESIGN STANDARDS...............................................................................................................................................54
33 SUPPLIERS, CONTRACTORS AND PARTNERS...........................................................................................................66
34 DOCUMENT CONTROL AND RECORD KEEPING.......................................................................................................67
35 CHANGE MANAGEMENT.........................................................................................................................................67
36 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................................................67
37 GUIDELINES.............................................................................................................................................................68
38 STANDARDS, PERMITS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION................................................................................68
39 DEFECT MANAGEMENT..........................................................................................................................................68
40 MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................................................68
41 DESIGN DATA & OPERATING LIMITS.......................................................................................................................68
42 NEW, MODIFIED AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT................................................................................................69
43 EQUIPMENT INTEGRITY, CALIBRATION AND CERTIFICATION..................................................................................69
44 CRITICAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES............................................................................................70
45 PROTECTIVE SYSTEMS.............................................................................................................................................70
46 SIMULTANEOUS OPERATIONS................................................................................................................................70
47 WORK SPECIFIC RISK CONTROLS.............................................................................................................................70
48 INCIDENTS AND EMERGENCIES..............................................................................................................................71
49 MONITORING, AUDITING AND REVIEW..................................................................................................................73
50 DISCIPLINE..............................................................................................................................................................76
51 HEALTH AND SAFETY GOLDEN RULES.....................................................................................................................76
52 HEALTH AND SAFETY BREACHES - WARNING PROCEDURE.....................................................................................77
53 HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION................................................................................................77
54 HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT - RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY...............................................................78
55 OBJECTIVE...............................................................................................................................................................87
56 TARGET...................................................................................................................................................................87
57 Appendix 1 – Take 5 and JHA Risk Matrix...............................................................................................................88
58 Appendix 2 – WRAC (formal Risk Assessment).......................................................................................................89
59 Appendix 3 – Material Risk Matrix.........................................................................................................................90
1 PREAMBLE
1.1 The protection of the environment, the health and well-being of employees, contractors, consultants
and visitors and our host communities is of primary concern to BAM.
1.2 The main purpose of this plan is to define the manner in which the site will implement our culture of
ZERO HARM by making all personnel, contractors, sub-contractors and visitors familiar with our work
and operational requirements.
1.3 There are inherent hazards and risk exposures in what we do and in the terrain that we operate in. It is
therefore essential that every person understand what their duties and responsibilities are to ensure
that we do not cause harm to ourselves, other persons, equipment and machinery, the environment or
our host communities.
1.4 It is every person’s responsibility to follow safety rules exactly, to report at-risk conditions and
behaviours immediately and to regard safety as the most important part of any job we do.
2 INTRODUCTION
2.1 The BAM Health & Safety Management Plan outlines the manner in which BAM plans to establish and
maintain safe operations across the site.
2.2 The Plan establishes the principles of managing Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare matters in
accordance with corporate policy, relevant legislation and regulations. The Health and Safety
Management Plan is designed in line with International Standard ISO45001, IFC Occupational Health
and Safety Management Systems Specifications, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Guidelines,
IFC Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines for Mining and other best practice standards.
2.3 This Plan is designed to give a direction for the company to establish these systems and procedures in
accordance with the above-mentioned requirements
2.4 The intent of the Safety and Health Management Plan is to provide for a documented system as a
means to control risks associated with the company’s operations.
2.5 Employees are at all times encouraged to point out any shortcomings in this plan for the improvement
of health and safety. Such matters should be reported to the Health and Safety Manager through their
line supervision.
3 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT POLICY
3.1 The Alufer Sustainable Developmental Policy shall form the basis for the management of health and
safety for all activities. Particular focus shall apply to the following principles:
3.2 Engage in visible and felt leadership to promote and maintain a positive safety culture, behaviour and
awareness and;
3.3 Actively and constantly monitor H & S performance to ensure we maintain an optimal performance.
3.4 All personnel shall consider the health and safety effects of operations and tasks prior to commencing
them. This approach shall be introduced, utilized and monitored throughout all stages of the operation
by all personnel, contractors and visitors.
3.5 Management and Supervision will be required to “lead by example” with regards to the “ZERO
HARM” philosophy and are required as a condition of employment to actively use and promote this
philosophy.
3.6 Employees are given the responsibility to make decisions regarding the health and safety of
themselves and others. Employees are empowered to make these decisions without fear of retribution
for any action that is in the interests of health and safety.
3.7 Commitment to Safety shall be considered as part of the Road to Zero Harm as shown in the Work
Process Model
4 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT PHILOSOPHY
4.1 The Safety Management Plan will have a set of generic elements forming a continuous improvement
cycle. Such a cycle will be
4.1.1 Policy and objectives
4.1.2 Standards and targets
4.1.3 Planning and prioritizing
Implementation
4.1.4 Monitoring
4.1.5 Auditing
4.1.6 Corrective action
4.1.7 Review
4.1.8 with a continual improvement loop back
5 LIFE CYCLE APPROACH
5.1 The life cycle approach ensures that all areas of our operation are controlled by the system with
regards to the “ZERO HARM” philosophy this includes
5.1.1 Project Concept
5.1.2 Project Feasibility / Sanction
5.1.3 Project Design
6 Construction
6.1.1 Commissioning
6.1.2 Operation
6.1.3 Maintenance
6.1.4 Modification
6.1.5 Disposal / Closure
7 BEST PHILOSOPHIES
7.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
7.1.1 To develop a workplace environment that encourages improvement in work methods and
the elimination of workplace accidents and injuries.
7.1.2 To encourage teamwork and cooperation in the support of the Health and Safety
Management Plan.
7.1.3 The establishment of a working environment that will be a significant factor in the
successful completion of all allotted work and the success of this Health and Safety
Management Plan.
7.2 TEAMWORK APPROACH
7.2.1 The BAM Management emphasizes a teamwork approach to work. This requires a
conscious effort by Management to involve all employees in work methods and practices.
7.2.2 Supervisors shall involve employees in the planning of their work and the work methods to
be employed in the execution of their tasks. This shall include the identification of hazards
and assessments of the risks associated.
7.2.3 Fundamental to this approach is the consideration of the environment, health and safety in
such planning and adoption of work methods, and the establishment of protection and
precautions necessary in ensuring the health and safety of all involved.
7.3 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
7.3.1 A Best Philosophies philosophy shall be supported through-out the organization by a focus
on a methodical approach to continuous improvement of methods and systems employed
in the health and safety management of the work and workplaces.
7.3.2 Employees shall be encouraged to participate in the measurement of work performance
and the development of methods and refinement.
7.3.3 Contractors shall likewise take a pro-active role in supporting BAM in further developing
the health and safety management and associated planning.
7.3.4 This Health and Safety Management Plan provides the basis for refining work methods
beyond safety and health, but its’ primary objective is to focus on the health and safety
of the work place and methods, and the environment in which we all must work.
8 LEADERSHIP AND ACCOUNTABILITY
8.1 VISIBLE LEADERSHIP
8.1.1 All personnel and contractors on site shall actively demonstrate leadership as well as
participate in all leadership programs and initiatives in order to foster a company culture
where all personnel behave in a manner that;
8.1.2 Models the Alufer Sustainability Policy and the Alufer/Bel Air Leadership Model;
8.1.3 Drive superior performance; and allow every employee to start each day with a sense of
purpose and end it with a sense of accomplishment.
8.1.4 Develop systems, procedures and behaviours to underpin and reinforce this common
Alufer/Bel Air culture.
 8.1.5 All managers, superintendents and supervisors shall perform the following tasks as a
minimum:
8.1.6 All senior staff shall maintain constant vigilance for hazards in all activities involving BAM
staff, contractors and visitors. Any hazards or at-risk behaviours must be identified and
people responsible or potentially impacted must immediately be notified and the activity
stopped until it can resume safely
8.1.7 Perform Take 5 on all non-routine tasks that do not have a JDA or formal work method
statement
8.1.8 Conduct Planned Task Observations (PTO) to identify both safe and at risk work behaviours,
ensure work method statements are being followed and to facilitate supervision and
employees to proactively discuss Health, Safety and Environment issues while on the job.
8.1.9 Review risk registers to evaluate the adequacy of controls identified for particular high risk
tasks
8.1.10 Participate in all leadership training initiatives
8.1.11 Assess the verification of competency processes to determine that the process has been
correctly followed and that personnel are trained and competent in the positions they are
in.
8.1.12 A minimum number of these tasks shall be assigned to each leadership position and reports
on compliance with this requirement shall be included in monthly reports.
8.2 REWARD AND RECOGNITION
8.2.1 Safety performance in an integral part of the of the company’s reward and recognition
program.
8.2.2 An incentive scheme shall be put in place to encourage a “good” safety culture. The
incentive scheme shall be proactive and shall reward good safety practice such as hazard
identification. The incentive scheme shall not use reactive statistics such as lost time injury
rates as a basis of deciding incentives as these type of scheme encourage the falsification of
statistics.
8.2.3 Key individual safety performance indicators shall be included in all incentive and/or bonus
schemes.
8.2.4 For personnel directly employed in a safety position a career development path and plan
shall be formulated in order to continuously improve our site safety professional’s
knowledge and performance. This may include but is not limited to;
8.2.5 Further education programs
8.2.6 Direct one on one mentoring with more experience or qualified safety personnel.
8.2.7 Benchmarking tours to other similar sites.
8.2.8 Insertion into particular work groups to gain direct hands on knowledge of operational
requirements.
8.3 ROLES, ACCOUNTABILITY AND BEHAVIOURS
8.3.1 Every person working on a BAM site shall have their safety responsibilities detailed in the
position description for their particular job.
 8.3.2 All persons working on a BAM site is accountable for the safety responsibilities detailed in
their position description.
8.3.3 A single point of accountability shall be allocated to appropriate supervisors,
superintendents and managers for the area of operations under their control.
8.3.4 All persons are required to demonstrate behaviours in the workplace and the camp that
are in line with the responsibilities detailed in their position description and in line with the
company’s policies and code of conduct.
9 LEGAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
9.1 ACTS AND REGULATIONS
9.1.1 The Company shall maintain appropriate information systems and contacts with regulatory
and industry bodies, to stay abreast of occupational health, safety legislation affecting its
operations. Subscriptions to legislation services, magazines and memberships to industry
committees will be maintained to assist with staying abreast of legislation and other
requirements. This is achieved via
9.1.2 The intranet by maintaining currency of links to legislation databases, and applicable
legislative requirements for operations.
9.1.3 Direct contact with regulatory bodies.
9.1.4 Membership of industry organizations such as the chamber of mines.
9.2 H & S COMPLIANCE
9.2.1 In the development of the H & S Management plan, BAM shall define how compliance with
legislative requirements are to be met and any delegated responsibility for these by a Legal
Compliance Mapping exercise.
9.2.2 Periodic evaluation of compliance with legal and other requirements shall be through the
following avenues:
9.2.3 An initial review of site establishment against OHS Plan requirements.
9.2.4 Periodic H & S audits.
9.2.5 Regular inspections of plant and facilities.
9.2.6 Periodic inspection and testing of H & S equipment.
9.2.7 Reporting of any breaches of legislative requirements.
9.2.8 Any audits or reviews by any regulating body will also provide assurance of regulatory
compliance.
9.3 COMMUNICATION OF LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
9.3.1 A copy of all relevant legislation shall be maintained on the site.
9.3.2 The copy of the relevant legislation shall be accessible to all personnel on site.
9.3.3 All persons shall be informed how and where they can access the relevant legislation.
9.4 APPOINTED PERSONS
9.4.1 A process shall be in place to provide a consistent framework for ensuring suitably qualified
and experienced persons are formally appointed in compliance with the relevant sections
 of the Guinean Mining law. Such appointments are to clearly outline the responsibilities
specific to that position and include area accountabilities.
9.4.2 System compliance: - All required appointments are to be filled and secondly, that each
person has the necessary skills and qualifications, and is aware of and accepts their
responsibilities for that appointment. Qualifications will be part of the Letter of
Appointment documentation. This confirmation should be achieved by a combination of
assigning management of the process to a specific job role and the use of internal auditing.
9.4.3 A register of such appointment shall be kept so that any statutory or company senior
official can readily access the register in order to readily identify any appointed person.
9.5 DANGEROUS GOODS
9.5.1 Wherever possible, dangerous goods are to be substituted with those that have a lower
risk associated with their storage, handling and transport, and / or reducing the quantity of
dangerous goods on site.
9.5.2 A risk assessment shall be performed on all dangerous goods that are required to be on site
and shall take into account the following;
9.5.2.1 Safe transport of the dangerous goods
9.5.2.2 Safe handling of the dangerous goods
9.5.2.3 Safe storage of the dangerous goods
9.5.3 As part of the approval process a chemicals Safety Data Sheet shall be sent to the site prior
to any goods arriving on the site.
9.5.4 No dangerous goods shall be allowed to enter the sites without a risk assessment being
performed on the goods.
9.5.5 No dangerous goods shall be allowed on site without the relevant government licenses
being held on site (if so required).
9.5.5.1 No dangerous goods shall be allowed on site without the express written
permission of the Health and Safety Manager or an appropriately authorized
person.
9.5.6 Dangerous goods and combustible liquids are only to be used for the purpose(s) for which
they were designed, and as per relevant SDS / Manufacturer recommendations.
9.5.7 Dangerous goods shall be stored, handled and transported according to the requirements
of the any relevant legislation, the SDS and Manufacturer recommendations.
9.5.8 All appropriate government licenses must be maintained and kept up to date for the
storage, handling and transport of dangerous goods.
9.5.9 A register of these licenses shall be maintained and monitored to ensure that all licenses
are kept up to date.
9.5.10 Specific procedures shall be formulated for the storage, handling and transport of all
dangerous goods.
9.5.11 A register of dangerous goods shall be maintained detailing
9.5.11.1 The product name
9.5.11.2 Any generic product names
 9.5.11.3 The suppliers details
9.5.11.4 What the product is used for
9.5.11.5 Date of approval for site and the reference number
9.5.11.6 Dangerous goods class
9.5.11.7 Packing group
9.5.11.8 The amount of goods that are on site.
9.5.11.9 The location of the goods that are on site
9.5.11.10 Date of the latest SDS
9.5.12 All persons handling dangerous goods shall be suitably licensed, trained and competent for
the goods they are handling and shall do so in accordance with the requirements of the
legislation and procedures for handling such goods.
9.5.13 Suitable personal protective equipment shall be maintained on site and must be worn by all
persons handling dangerous goods.
9.5.14 All persons required to wear specific personal protective equipment for handling
dangerous goods shall be suitably trained and competent in the use of the personal
protective equipment.
9.5.15 The transport of all dangerous goods shall be done in accordance with the requirements of
the legislation and shall be done in containers and in vehicles that are fit for purpose.
10 PLANNING, GOALS AND TARGETS
10.1 SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN
10.1.1 This safety management plan is developed in accordance with the ALUFER Sustainable
Development Policy and System Procedure BAM-HAS-PRO-4001 H & S planning.
10.2 PLANNING
10.2.1 BAM Management shall ensure that safety aspects are considered in detail when planning
work and associated work methods.
10.2.2 Every effort shall be made to ensure a safe method of work is to be employed before any
activity is to commence.
10.2.3 The level of risk involved in any activity should be controlled to be “as low as
reasonably practicable”. Where it is possible work is to be done in a manner and/or
location that will reduce risks to health and safety.
10.2.4 Control measures shall focus on the hierarchy of control with “hard barriers” put in place
wherever possible. The hierarchy of controls is as follows;
10.2.4.1 Design - allows hazards to be designed out and control measures to be designed
in.
10.2.4.2 Redesign - redesigning plant or work processes to reduce or eliminate risk.
(Methods 1 and 2 are usually undertaken at Management level. For on-the-job levels, the
hierarchies of controls usually begin at Method 3.)
10.2.4.3 Elimination - modification to process method or material to eliminate the
hazard completely.
 10.2.4.4 Substitution - replacing the material, substance, or processes with a less
hazardous one.
10.2.4.5 Separation- isolating the hazard from persons by safeguarding, or by space or
time separation.
10.2.4.6 Administration – adjusting the time or condition of risk exposures/
probation/training.
10.2.4.7 Personal Protective Equipment - using appropriately designed and properly
fitting equipment where other controls are not practicable.
10.2.5 Further, where possible all permanent safety protection /devices are to be included in the
manufacturing process or prior to commencement of activities. e.g. handrails and
platforms fitted to structures.
10.3 GOALS AND TARGETS
10.3.1 The goal of the safety management shall always be to achieve ZERO HARM in accordance
with the company’s policy.
10.3.2 Specific health and safety targets shall be set in the safety management plan and all such
goals and targets shall be;
10.3.2.1 Specific – Specific in their description
10.3.2.2 Achievable – Be realistic and achievable targets
10.3.2.3 Measureable – all targets shall be numerically measureable and be able to be
tracked in order to demonstrate improvement or decline in achieving such
targets.
11 H & S HAZARDS AND RISKS
11.1 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND REPORTING
11.1.1 Hazard identification is identified as an area critical to the safe operation of the site.
11.1.2 Formal hazard identification and reporting processes shall be in place.
11.1.3 Hazard identification training shall be given to all employees and contractors during their
initial induction and on an ongoing basis
11.1.4 Hazard identification is one of the key indicators of occupational health and safety
11.2 RISK MANAGEMENT PROCESSES
11.2.1 Risk Management processes shall be applied to all areas of operation on site and shall
apply equally to management, employees, contractors, sub-contractors and visitors.
11.2.2 All persons shall be required to assess the risks of their job or task prior to the
commencement of the task
11.2.3 All persons shall be trained in Risk Management processes.
11.2.4 If a risk assessment demonstrates that there is significant risks to the health, safety and
well-being of any person the task shall not be commenced until such time that the risks are
reduced to levels that are “as low as reasonably practicable”
11.2.5 When a risk assessment is required
 11.2.6 Whenever a project has not had a formal risk management program undertaken to identify
the principal risk management issues.
11.2.7 Whenever there are a number of risks present or introduced that it becomes necessary to
apply risk priorities in an organized way.
11.2.8 Wherever there is a planned change to equipment, machinery or a particular process.
11.2.9 As part of an incident report to determine the priority and type of preventative action
required.
11.2.10 When legislation requires that a Risk Assessment is performed.
11.2.11 When new, hired or transferred equipment is brought to site.
11.2.12 Whenever a new process, procedure or task is developed or introduced.
11.2.13 During the development of a Work Method Statement (WMS), Standard Operating
Procedure (SOP), Work Instruction (WIN), Safe Work Procedure (SWP) or Safe Work
Instruction (SWI)
11.3 RISK MANAGEMENT MATRICES
11.3.1 BAM’s approach to risk management is multi layered and therefore different
consequence and likelihood risk matrices have been developed to reflect the differing
layers of risk management being employed.
11.3.1.1 Take 5 and JDA – appendix 1
11.3.1.2 Formal risk assessment – appendix 2
11.3.1.3 Material risk assessment – appendix
3 11.4 TAKE 5 (STOP LOOK AND MANAGE SLAM)
11.4.1 The Take 5 process is individual hazard identification and control assessment, where the
individual reviews the workplace, system of work and work environment immediately prior
to starting a task and ensures controls are in place to prevent exposure to themselves or
work colleagues. For personnel performing routine, operator type tasks a Take 5 shall be
performed at the start of each shift, or task, and again if the conditions change while work
is being performed. Guidance to completing a Take 5 is covered in the BAM general
induction and required documentation will be provided to each BAM employee and
contractor.
11.5 JOB DANGER ANALYSIS (JDA, JSA, DSTI)
11.5.1 A Job Danger Analysis (JDA) is a team process used to systematically identify and record the
steps, hazards and preventative controls associated with a task or activity. The JDA process
is a formal hazard analysis process and is a component of the overall on the job Risk
Management Process. The JDA follows a step-by-step approach to the task and identifies
the hazards for each step and the controls to be put in place to mitigate the hazards during
the task. A JDA shall be undertaken when:
11.5.1.1 There is a task specific requirement such as complex tasks
11.5.1.2 There is a significant change to the Environment in which the task is to be
undertaken
11.5.1.3 Permits are required such as Confined Space, Hot Works
 11.5.1.4 An individual identifies the need
11.5.1.5 Directed by supervision
11.5.1.6 New tasks are being carried out
11.5.1.7 Required by a Take 5
11.5.1.8 The task is not covered by a Safe Work procedure or Work Instruction
11.5.1.9 Personnel are not experienced in the task
11.5.2 The JDA team shall include:
11.5.2.1 The Job Owner;
11.5.2.2 Personnel experienced in the task;
11.5.2.3 All other persons that will be carrying out the job;
11.5.2.4 The JDA team may also include Specialist or other personnel as required such as
a Safety professional.
11.5.3 The JDA shall be completed using BAM documentation and the Risk Assessment Matrix-
Once a JDA is complete, all personnel involved in the task shall sign off the JDA to reflect
their understanding and acceptance of the JDA. The Supervisor, after having visited the
worksite, signs the completed JDA, acknowledging the quality including appropriate steps
and identification of hazards and controls. If the Supervisor is a non-BAM person, then the
BAM responsible persons shall sign the JDA, acknowledging that the JDA is adequate for
the job to be performed safely. A BAM responsible person is either a BAM employee or a
person nominated by the Department Manager. After the JDA is completed it must be
signed off by a BAM Safety Advisor as a cross check on its suitability.
11.5.4 It is the Job Owners’ responsibility to communicate the hazards and associated controls
to be put in place for a specific job that may simultaneously impact on other operations
being carried out in the same area. If hazards and controls are not agreed upon by the JDA
team, the disagreement shall be discussed with the BAM Supervisor or Responsible Person.
11.5.5 The JDA is a live document that expires at completion of task, or 3 days after development,
whichever comes first. If used over multiple shifts, the JDA shall be reviewed at the start of
each shift with consideration to any changes in conditions, equipment or personal. The new
team shall sign onto the JDA, however if conditions have greatly altered, a new JDA shall be
attended. Guidance to completing a JDA is covered in the BAM JDA Training program, and
required documentation will be provided to each BAM employee and contractor.
11.6 FORMAL RISK ASSESSMENTS
11.6.1 Formal Risk Assessment (FRA) is a process which systematically identifies hazards, control
measures and provides a qualitative analysis of activities or processes. An FRA is also
known as a Workplace Risk Assessment and Control (WRAC); a Constructability and
Maintainability Review (CRAW); an Enterprise Wide Risk Assessment (EWRM); or a Failure
Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP). For identified material
risks a bowtie material risk assessment must be completed.
11.6.2 FRA’s are conducted;
11.6.2.1 To develop a Business, Department and Section’s risk profile
11.6.2.2 Prior to shutdown activities
 11.6.2.3 Whenever any other changes occur in the workplace, likely to impact H & S
11.6.2.4 Whenever new plant/equipment, processes or work methods/systems are
introduced
11.6.2.5 Whenever existing plant/equipment is used in a substantially different manner
11.6.2.6 Whenever existing plant/equipment is substantially modified or changed; and
11.6.2.7 At the feasibility stage of projects to identify all potential hazards and risks
associated with construction process or the maintainability of the facility.
11.6.3 An FRA is developed in a workshop environment and involves a cross section of the
workforce who has the necessary skills, knowledge and experience in the activity being
assessed.
11.7 MATERIAL RISK MANAGEMENT PROCESSES
11.7.1 A Material Risk Management Study shall be conducted on BAM operations. The Material
Risk Management study shall be focused on 3 questions:
11.7.1.1 What are the things that can kill me?
11.7.1.2 What controls do I need to put in place to protect me?
11.7.1.3 How do I know they are in place and effective?
11.7.2 The intent of the MRM Study is to ensure:
11.7.2.1 Material (Fatal) Risks (MRs) are identified, assessed, understood, communicated
and managed.
11.7.2.2 Material Risk Controls are defined, assessed for adequacy, implemented and
monitored.
11.7.2.3 Material Risk Controls maintain MRs at a tolerable level
11.7.2.4 Arrangements are in place to provide assurance that MRs are effectively
managed.
11.7.3 A critical control is a control that is essential to prevent a fatality. The critical controls
identified shall be grouped into Performance Standard Categories including but not limited
to;
11.7.3.1 Isolations.
11.7.3.2 Lifting.
11.7.3.3 Electrical Systems.
11.7.3.4 Working at Heights.
11.7.3.5 Traffic Management.
11.7.3.6 Equipment Guarding.
11.7.3.7 Working on, in, over or around water or other liquids.
11.7.3.8 Wheel and Rim Management.
11.7.3.9 Explosives and Blasting
11.7.3.10 Malaria and other Insect Borne Diseases.
 11.7.3.11 Encounters with Dangerous Wildlife.
11.7.3.12 Any other identified Fatal Risk
11.7.4 An audit shall be completed and gaps in the critical controls identified.
11.7.5 An action plan shall be formulated to address the identified gaps in the critical controls so
that MRs are controlled.

11.8 RISK REGISTER

11.8.1 A Material Risk Register will be developed for the project to capture all outcomes of
material risk assessments
11.8.2 A risk register shall be developed for the project to capture all the outcomes of individual
risk assessments
11.8.3 The risk registers shall be regularly tracked and maintained in order to ensure that
identified risks are being managed in accordance with the requirements of the risk
assessment that was completed.
11.8.4 The risk registers shall be maintained in a location where all personnel involved with the
project have access to the register.
12 MATERIAL RISK MANAGEMENT PLANS (MRMP)
12.1 MRMP DEVELOPMENT
12.1.1 All identified Material Risks (MR) shall be identified as per section 10.6 of this document.
12.1.2 Material Risk Management Plans (MRMP) shall be developed for as a minimum;
12.1.2.1 Isolations.
12.1.2.2 Lifting.
12.1.2.3 Electrical Systems.
12.1.2.4 Working at Heights.
12.1.2.5 Traffic Management.
12.1.2.6 Equipment Guarding.
12.1.2.7 Working on, in over or around water, mud or sand
12.1.2.8 Wheel and Rim Management.
12.1.2.9 Explosives and Blasting.
12.1.2.10 Malaria and other endemic diseases.
12.1.2.11 Encounters with dangerous wildlife.
12.1.2.12 Any other identified Fatal Risk
13 MRMP - ISOLATION
13.1 Purchase, design and modification of equipment shall give due consideration to being able to isolate
the equipment.
13.2 Isolation shall provide positive protection and be achieved by the use of locking devices or
establishment of a physical barrier or separation. All separations or physical barriers shall be provided
with either a permanent or temporarily fitted locking device whenever possible.
13.3 Isolation points shall be clearly labelled to identify the circuit or system over which they have direct
control. These labels shall be applied following a process of pre-isolation identification using isolation
lists, marked drawings etc. (where permanently applied, these labels shall be physically verified prior
to the isolation).
13.4 All hired and contracted equipment shall be inspected to ensure it meets site isolation requirements
before use on site.
13.5 ISOLATION RISK ASSESSMENT
13.5.1 Prior to starting any work a person is to take time to understand the hazards and energies
being dealt with so the work can be performed safely. The individual shall determine the
need to carry out a formal risk assessment using a Job Danger Analysis worksheet where
the activity is not routine or familiar, or where there has been a change in conditions.
13.5.2 Risk assessments shall consider the static and dynamic energies, which may impact on the
activity under assessment. Such energy sources shall be isolated so as to minimize the risk
of harm to persons, equipment and the environment to an acceptable level. In situations
where it is not possible to:
13.5.2.1 Achieve a zero energy state,
13.5.2.2 Test for dead,
13.5.2.3 A risk assessment process (i.e. Job Danger Analysis) shall be used to identify
appropriate controls that will ensure the level of risk is at an acceptable level
prior to commencing work.
13.6 ISOLATION INTEGRITY
13.6.1 It is the responsibility of personnel prior to carrying out work to verify the integrity of their
isolation using the following principles:
13.6.1.1 Identification of all energy sources or hazardous materials directly and indirectly
associated with work to be performed.
13.6.1.2 Confirmation of those systems requiring isolation,
13.6.1.3 Isolating the confirmed energy or hazardous material sources,
13.6.1.4 Verify or carry out testing of all system isolations when reasonably or feasibly
possible (to verify the integrity of the isolation and ensure a zero energy state
exists).
13.6.1.5 Application of personal lock and personal danger tags.
13.6.2 Where this is a regular activity consideration should be made to develop a work instruction
using the above principles.
13.7 USE OF PERSONAL LOCKS AND PERSONAL DANGER TAGS
13.7.1 Personnel required to isolate at a BAM site shall be issued with the appropriate number of
Personal Locks.
13.7.2 Where additional Personal Locks are required, e.g. for additional isolations or for use by
Contractors’ personnel, these shall be suitably identified as Personal Locks.
 13.7.3 Where a Personal Lock or locks can be fitted, a fully completed Personal Danger Tag shall
also be securely attached. The information to be placed on the tag shall include the
isolation point and the reason for the isolation.
13.7.4 No person shall attempt to start / operate any equipment that has another persons'
Personal lock or Personal Danger Tag attached. Confirm with the person who carried out
the original isolation.
13.7.5 Personal Locks and Personal Danger Tags shall be used where there is a possibility of injury,
regardless of whether an “Out of Service” tag has been placed on the equipment /
machinery / plant.
13.7.6 Under no circumstances shall any person carry out work under another person’s personal
lock and danger tag.
13.7.7 Maintenance is not to be performed on isolation points that are isolated and locked out. If
it is necessary to work on the isolation point than all persons who have their Personal Locks
attached are to be advised to use an alternative isolation point.
13.7.8 Only the person who placed a Lock and Personal Danger Tag can remove them.
13.7.9 Should a situation arise where that person is unable to remove them for any reason it shall
be done in strict compliance with site rules and can only be done with the authority of the
H & S Manager or their designate.
13.8 ISOLATION HANDOVER PROCESS
13.8.1 An isolation handover process shall be in place for situations where a change of personnel
or shift is required on a job.
13.8.2 This shall include a process whereby all personnel unlock and tag off the job regardless if
they are or not and then lock and tag back on the job.
13.9 PLANT AND EQUIPMENT HANDOVER
13.9.1 A procedure shall be in place for transfer (hand-over) and return (hand-back) of control of
plant and equipment between operations and maintenance teams.
13.10 OUT OF SERVICE TAGS PREVENT THE USE OF UNSAFE OR FAULTY EQUIPMENT.
13.10.1 Equipment or machinery on which an Out of Service Tag has been placed must not be used
or operated, except by a person qualified to ascertain the nature of the equipment
malfunction or to move the equipment to a safe position for maintenance.
13.11 RESPONSIBILITY OF PLACING OF AN OUT OF SERVICE TAG
13.11.1 Whenever a person can foresee that the use of defective equipment or machinery could
cause further damage to the equipment or injury to personnel, they must isolate the
equipment and attach an Out of Service Tag. The person shall inform their Supervisor as
soon as possible before leaving site.
13.12 PERSONS PERMITTED TO REMOVE OUT OF SERVICE TAGS
13.12.1 Removal of an Out of Service Tag is restricted to the following persons after an inspection
of the equipment and/or confirmation of completion of appropriate repairs to ensure that
it is in proper working order and that its operation will not cause injury to persons or
damage to equipment
13.12.2 The person who placed the tag
 13.12.3 A Supervisor, or person appointed by the Supervisor
13.12.4 Persons competent to carry out repairs to the equipment after the equipment has been
repaired and sufficiently tested.
13.13 TRAINING IN ISOLATIONS
13.13.1 All personnel shall be trained in the basic use of locks, personal danger tags and out of
service tags.
13.13.2 All persons shall be issued with out of service tags to be able to tag out any defective
equipment they are required to work on.
13.13.3 Only personnel who are required to isolate energy for repair and maintenance purposes
are to be issued with locks and personal danger tags.
13.13.4 Personnel who are required to isolate energy for repair and maintenance purposes will be
given specific isolation training in the requirements of their position.
14 MRMP - LIFTING OPERATIONS
14.1 All electrical cranes shall have power supply isolation points capable of being positively locked.
14.2 Cranes shall be ergonomically acceptable to the site and have fall protection systems provided for their
operation, maintenance and inspection.
14.3 Cranes without a physical locking system that disables and isolates its free-fall capability shall not be
used.
14.4 Electric overhead travelling and portal cranes should have overload protection.
14.5 Crane cabins should be air-conditioned or heated in accordance with environmental conditions.
14.6 All crane cabins shall have signs to warn against interruption of the operator.
14.7 Vehicle loading cranes shall have sufficient engineering controls to prevent the operator from being
crushed during lifting operations.
14.8 All crane hooks shall be fitted with a positive locking safety catch.
14.9 The safe working load (SWL) or working load limit (WLL) shall be clearly identified and marked on all
cranes and relevant lifting equipment and shall not be exceeded.
14.10 All cranes and lifting equipment shall comply with the requirements of the relevant approved design
standard.
14.11 The minimum acceptable design standard shall be the relevant ISO standard. In countries where the
requirements of the relevant national standard exceed the requirements of the ISO standard, the
national standard shall apply.
14.12 All cranes and lifting equipment shall be identifiable with a unique identity code or number.
14.13 A competent person shall determine the maximum environmental conditions under which cranes and
lifting equipment can be safely used. Except in the event of an emergency, cranes and lifting
equipment shall not be put into service if the maximum environmental conditions are exceeded. Risks
shall be assessed in emergency situations.
14.14 Items of lifting equipment that are subject to wear and frequent replacement (e.g. slings, shackles,
pad-eyes, shipping and handling baskets) or used to transport equipment to and from sites, shall be
colour coded to confirm compliance with certification and inspection requirements.
14.15 A formal selection and acceptance process based on risk assessment shall be in place for all new (to
site) and modified lifting equipment, taking into account the crane’s various safety features and
cabin ergonomics, prior to commencement of work.
14.16 Manufacturer’s crane and lifting equipment operating manuals and load charts shall be available to
the crane and lifting equipment operator. These should be in the language of the country in which the
lifting equipment is being used.
14.17 Where the crane and lifting equipment operator is not conversant with the language of the country,
provisions shall be made to ensure that the operators can understand the operating manuals and load
charts.
14.18 Cranes shall not be used for lifting operations until crane operators have been given sufficient time to
familiarize themselves with relevant aspects of the crane.
14.19 Risks associated with all lifting, crane maintenance, assembly activities and environmental conditions
shall be assessed as part of the planning process. Barricading, warning signs or other means of
ensuring personnel protection shall be in place during lifting operations and for those cranes left
unattended in wind vane mode.
14.20 There shall be no side loading of crane booms. With the exception of pick and carry operations, no
lifting shall be carried out without outriggers being deployed and locked.
14.21 Controls shall be in place to prevent objects from lifting equipment and loads falling from above.
14.22 The lifting of personnel with cranes shall only be carried out using approved workbaskets or cages.
Cranes used for this purpose shall be approved as suitable for man-riding operations. A recovery plan
should be in place before personnel are lifted.
14.23 The elimination of the need to work under suspended loads shall be pursued. Where working under
suspended loads is unavoidable, controls shall be in place to eliminate or minimize the risks to
personnel.
14.24 Any modification to cranes and lifting equipment shall be subject to the original equipment
manufacturers approval and to a rigorous change management process.
14.25 A preventative maintenance system should be in place to ensure that all cranes and lifting equipment
is maintained and in a serviceable condition.
14.26 All cranes and lifting equipment shall be inspected and tested (including non-destructive testing as
required by the relevant standard) prior to being operated or put into service.
14.27 After any repair and/or modification, cranes and lifting equipment shall be inspected (and non-
destructively tested as required by the relevant standard) prior to being returned to service.
14.28 A system of periodic inspection shall be in place for all cranes and lifting equipment. Lifting equipment
shall be visually inspected and confirmed fit for purpose prior to being put into service. Visual
inspection of lifting equipment by approved competent person should be performed on a regular basis
(e.g. six monthly) unless regulations in the local area require examination more frequently. A register
of all lifting equipment should be maintained. This should include:-
14.28.1 Equipment’s unique identification number;
14.28.2 Documentary evidence of all inspections;
14.28.3 Certifications;
14.28.4 Maintenance;
 14.28.5 Modifications and tests.
14.29 Suitably qualified, certified and competent person/s shall be involved in the planning, supervision and
implementation of the lifting operations.
14.30 The roles and responsibilities for lifting operations shall be clearly defined.
14.31 A competency based training program for contractors, employees and supervisors shall be in place. An
approved examiner should assess the competency for trainers performing such training.
14.32 A competent inspector shall perform lifting equipment inspections. An approved examiner should
assess the competency of the lifting and handling equipment inspector.
14.33 Crane operators and crew shall be able to communicate in a common language and to use the correct
crane signals.
14.34 Sole crane operators shall also be trained in slinging practices.
14.35 A fit-for-work policy shall be in place, incorporating defined action levels for drugs and alcohol and a
fatigue management plan.
14.36 Behaviour based observations shall be performed and any need for additional specific training shall
incorporate the results of these observations.
15 MRMP – ELECTRICITY
15.1 ELECTRICAL RULES
15.1.1 All site equipment, including contractor equipment shall be inspected prior to use to
ensure it is fit for purpose. Electrical equipment shall be operated and maintained in such a
manner as to avoid danger to all personnel and to permit the continued use of the
equipment in service.
15.1.2 All equipment items shall be fitted with a coloured and numbered identification tag, which
shall show the date the last test was performed, and the next due test date which is expiry
date of approval. The month of expiry should be indicated by a different monthly colour,
for ease of identification and enforcement. Tags shall be non-transferable and shall only be
attached to the approved portable electrical equipment by an authorized electrician before
initial use and at regular intervals as per risk assessment.
15.1.3 Equipment subject to quarterly testing and tagging shall display tags will the following
colour identification;
15.1.3.1 RED-January, February, March
15.1.3.2 GREEN -April, May, June
15.1.3.3 BLUE - July, August, September
15.1.3.4 YELLOW --October, November, December
15.1.4 Equipment should be inspected prior to each use, irrespective of testing date as faults may
occur within this time period. Equipment failing to comply with the criteria given in this
procedure shall be withdrawn from service immediately and an Out of Service Tag
completed and attached. Equipment shall be removed from work area and reported to
supervision for repair.
15.2 GENERAL ELECTRICAL GUIDELINES
15.2.1 Power extension leads shall not exceed 25 metres in length (one piece total)
 15.2.2 Power extension leads shall not be connected without the use of a protected distribution
i.e. RCD
15.2.3 All connection plugs shall have a bonded type or made of clear transparent material
15.2.4 Power leads shall be positioned to prevent damage, wetting or becoming a trip hazard.
15.2.5 Where an electrical lead is elevated it shall be suspended using non-conductive material.
15.2.6 Power leads in use for more than one shift shall be removed from the work area at the end
of shift unless otherwise approved.
15.2.7 All power leads shall be isolated when not in use and removed from the work area
immediately after task completion.
15.2.8 Plug boards shall be utilized, however double adaptors shall not.
15.2.9 Portable power distribution boards eliminate the need for multiple extension leads and
shall be used where practicable- where this is not possible, portable RCD boxes shall be
used.
15.2.10 Only authorized licensed electricians shall make any repairs or alterations to power tools,
plugs, fittings, leads or other electrical appliance or installation. Power tools shall be
electrically isolated before changing out tool bits.
15.2.11 All power tools bought on site by contract companies must be within the appropriate and
current test period and this shall be performed prior to arrival on site (as per above colour
code).
15.3 HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL RULES
15.3.1 Only persons specifically trained shall work on high voltage electrical systems
15.3.2 High Voltage HV – is voltage above 1,000 Volts AC or 1,500 Volts DC.
15.3.3 Any High Voltage Electrical work shall be done in strict compliance with the high voltage
procedures and is covered by the permit to work system.
15.4 EARTH LEAKAGE RELAYS
15.4.1 Earth leakage devices shall be installed, used and maintained on all BAM operations.
15.4.2 Where practicable, the design of the protective device shall be such that the blowing of its
fuse, failure of a critical component or the loss of its supply shall cause power to be
disconnected from the protected zone
15.4.3 All sockets above 32 volts shall be protected by approved earth leakage devices.
15.4.4 All portable earth leakage devices shall be recorded on a Register of Portable Earth Leakage
Devices.
15.4.5 All permanent earth leakage devices shall be recorded on a Register of Permanent Earth
Leakage Devices.
15.4.6 All Generators and Lighting Plants earth leakage devices shall be recorded on form a
Register of Generator and Lighting Plant Earth Leakage Devices
15.4.7 All earth leakage devices must be checked by a qualified person on a regular basis.
15.5 GENERAL ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
15.5.1 All electrical installations shall be installed to comply with relevant South African Standards.
 15.5.2 Ground mounted switchboards installed in outdoor areas shall be installed at a suitable
height above the ground to prevent corrosion and have a weatherproof (rain) cover
provided.
15.5.3 Where electrical apparatus installed that requires persons working on it to be at more than
2 metres above ground level there should be safe access or precautions taken to perform
the work as per the working at Heights procedures
15.6 ELECTRICAL GUARDING
15.6.1 Except for equipment intended for use in a position not accessible to unauthorized
persons, all equipment shall be so designed and installed that when the equipment is
standing, supported or fixed in a normal manner, no person can inadvertently come into
contact with any live parts.
15.7 ELECTRICAL FIRE CONTROL
15.7.1 The selection and application of materials and the design and construction of all equipment
shall be such as will ensure, as far as is reasonably and economically practicable, that when
the equipment is standing, supported of fixed, in a normal position and operating in a
normal manner, and account being taken of ordinary wear and tear and other depreciatory
factors which can be reasonably be expected, no person will be exposed to risk of injury or
electric shock
15.8 ISOLATION OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
15.8.1 Electrical equipment and cable connectors, other than ELV circuits, must be provided with
facilities for locking the electrical supply in a safe or isolated position.
15.9 PORTABLE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
15.9.1 Operation, adjustment and repair of hand held electrical tools must be restricted to
experienced and licensed personnel. Any defective tools must be tagged with an Out of
Service tag.
15.9.2 All portable electrical apparatus and equipment must be inspected by a competent
electrician and have appropriate tags attached showing the inspection dates.
15.9.3 All portable electrical apparatus and equipment must be inspected by the user prior to use
to confirm the current status of the inspection tag and the general condition of the
apparatus or equipment.
15.9.4 All apparatus or equipment that does not have a current inspection tag or is in
unserviceable condition must be immediately tagged out of service
15.9.5 All electrical power tools shall be properly earthed and preferably be of the double
insulated type.
15.9.6 All portable electrical apparatus and equipment must be property earthed and only used
from an outlet protected by a 30 milliamp earth leakage device
15.9.7 Guards must be fitted where tools are so designed and must be replaced after servicing has
been completed.
15.9.8 All hand power tools shall be equipped with a momentary contact “on/off” switch (on
the tool) which can be turned off with a single finger or hand motion.
15.9.9 Portable tools (i.e. grinders, saws etc.) shall not be used in a bench type manner nor
otherwise clamped. The object being tooled shall be securely fastened.
 15.9.10 Correct discs or grinding sheets, in accordance with the manufacturer’s ratings shall be
used.
15.9.11 Electrical cords shall be kept out of walkways, stairs and ladders and not placed so as to
create tripping hazards, or be subject to damage from equipment or materials.
15.9.12 Hand held electrical grinders (127mm or larger) must not be used if they have a “lock-
on” trigger but must be tagged “Out-of-Service” to have the trigger replaced with a
non- lockable switch.
15.9.13 Electrical Hand Tool Operating Environments
15.9.14 When preparing for the operation of portable electrical equipment the operating
environment shall be considered.
15.9.15 The operating environment may increase the risk of electric shock or severe injury including
cramped working conditions, multiple sources of supply, damp situations, heat, height or
operational pressures to carry out work quickly.
15.9.16 The following examples of operating areas have already been identified:
15.9.17 Non electrically hazardous
15.9.17.1 Areas that are clean, dry, well lit, plenty of room, even flooring, insulated
flooring.
15.9.18 Electrically hazardous
15.9.18.1 Areas that include damp, dust, other contaminants that increase the risk of
electric shock or equipment faults, heat (causing perspiration), humidity, height,
reduced lighting, reduced visibility, heavy industrial conditions, heavy parts and
materials handling, moving traffic,
15.9.19 Hazardous areas
15.9.19.1 Areas where an explosive atmosphere may be present.
15.9.19.2 Confined spaces
15.9.19.3 Areas including but not limited to (see system procedure SP2.7.03 Permit to
Work Confined Spaces:
15.9.19.4 Storage tanks, process vessels, boilers, pressure vessels, silos, and other tank
like compartments.
15.9.19.5 Tunnels or Caves
15.9.19.6 Open topped spaces such as pits and degreasers.
15.9.19.7 Pipes, sewers, shafts, ducts, and similar structures.
16 MRMP - WORKING AT HEIGHTS
16.1 All working at heights equipment shall comply and be used in accordance with relevant approved
design standards and manufacturers specifications.
16.2 Single person anchor points shall be capable of withstanding l5kN (approximately 3,3721bf).
16.3 Where it is not practical to install dedicated anchor points (i.e. ad hoc work), anchor points capable of
withstanding l5kN shall be identified through a risk assessment process and shall be approved by a
competent person prior to commencement of work.
16.4 Where personnel are required to work within 2 metres of an opening where they could fall, they shall
use personal fall restraint equipment, such as a fixed lanyard and harness as a minimum, which shall
prevent them from falling over the edge.
16.5 Where there is potential to fall more than 2 metres, personnel shall wear appropriate personal fall
arrest equipment. In such circumstances a full body harnesses, including shock-absorbing lanyard or
inertia reel, is mandatory.
16.6 The use of body belts for fall arrest is prohibited, except for specialized tasks such as pole climbing
belts worn by specially trained linesmen.
16.7 In situations where the lanyard has to be detached to allow movement a dual lanyard system must be
used so the person is secured at all times.
16.8 All forms of portable and movable elevated work platforms and suspended work cages shall conform
to relevant approved design standards. People in the work platform basket shall wear a correctly fitted
harness attached by a lanyard to a suitable anchor point in the basket. This does not apply to people
working from a properly constructed and certificated scaffold with the requisite handrails and toe
boards.
16.9 Where there is potential to fall more than 2 metres in unprotected areas, access shall be restricted and
controlled through risk assessment.
16.10 Where operators need to gain access to places at height on large plant and mobile machinery regularly
(e.g. to clean windscreens or filters), then access ways shall be provided. Ideally these access ways
shall have hand rails.
16.11 Where handrails cannot be installed, then fall restraint or fall arrest equipment shall be considered
dependant on the outcome of a risk assessment of each situation.
16.12 The risk of fall shall be eliminated where reasonably practicable utilizing the Hierarchy of Controls.
16.13 Standard work procedures shall be in place for the correct wearing and use of personal fall arrest and
fall restraint equipment.
16.14 There shall be a work permit system in place to control all working at heights.
16.15 All equipment shall be fit-for-purpose and undergo pre-use checks and a minimum of six – monthly
(biannual) documented inspections by a competent authorized person.
16.16 An equipment register and tagging system shall be in place to indicate compliance with this inspection.
16.17 Testing shall be done in accordance with recognized standards.
16.18 Where the work method requires persons to detach and re-attach at height, a dual lanyard system
shall be utilized to ensure that at least one connection point is maintained at all times.
16.19 Where the use of personal fall arrest equipment is required, a person shall not work alone and there
shall be other personnel in the vicinity that can raise the alarm immediately should a person fall.
16.20 Persons working at height shall ensure that their safety helmets are secured by using a helmet
chinstrap to retain the helmet on the head.
16.21 A system shall be in place to prevent tools, materials and other objects from falling from height.
16.22 Barricading and warning signage shall be placed on all lower levels where personnel or objects may
fall.
16.23 Personnel operating elevated work platforms and cages shall be trained and certified for the specific
equipment they are using.
 16.24 The site emergency response plan/s shall include plans for the rapid retrieval of personnel in the event
of a fall from height i.e. response time is critical if a person is to avoid suspension trauma.
16.25 Sites shall conduct a process to ensure selected personnel are fit to work from heights.
16.26 Specific consideration shall be given to personnel who suffer medical conditions, such as vertigo and
epilepsy, as well as considering the weight of the person using the harness. (Note: many harness
systems have a maximum weight limit of 136kg/300lbs.)
16.27 A competency based training program for employees and supervisors shall be in place, which includes
provisions for maintaining competence. All persons engaged in work covered by this Protocol shall be
adequately trained and assessed for competency.
17 MRMP - TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
17.1 A site based traffic management plan shall be in place including, but not limited to the following:-
17.1.1 Segregation of pedestrians, light vehicles and heavy mobile equipment where possible;
17.1.2 Setting of appropriate speed limits, installation and maintenance of road signage;
17.1.3 Right of way rules, including overtaking restrictions;
17.1.4 Access planning in areas identified as hazardous and having significant associated risk;
17.1.5 Systems to control movement of SME in areas accessible to pedestrians, into and out of
workshops, and for controls on pedestrian and light vehicle movement around mobile
equipment;
17.1.6 Designated parking areas for heavy vehicles and light vehicles including around
maintenance;
17.1.7 Systems to control approaching, refuelling, parking, boarding, disembarking, and isolation
by production and maintenance crews. Equipment operators or drivers shall be out of the
cabin and dismounted onto ground level when their direct involvement with maintenance
or servicing is not required;
17.1.8 Guidelines for abnormal road conditions;
17.1.9 Clear communication procedures for interactions between all vehicles;
17.1.10 Truck loading/unloading procedures- to avoid material or objects falling from the vehicle;
17.1.11 Guidelines for wide or abnormal loads including offsite transport;
17.1.12 Systems to control equipment use within the vicinity of overhead hazards;
17.1.13 Risk assessment shall be carried out prior to traffic movement on road systems;
17.1.14 Procedures should be in place which detail the maintenance which an operator is allowed
to perform and that maintenance which personnel can carry out under testing conditions;
17.1.15 A tyre management system shall be in place to address issues including fire, heating,
explosion, electrical contact ,separations, maintenance, tyre changes, etc.;
17.1.16 Mobile phones, whether hands free or not, shall only be used by the driver of any vehicle
or equipment whilst it is stationary and in a safe location;
17.1.17 Recruitment and induction processes for SME operators shall encompass past work history,
site testing, and a comprehensive medical examinations that confirms fitness for work;
 17.1.18 Site and area induction of operators shall be performed prior to starting work in a new
area;
17.1.19 A permit or certification system shall be in place to ensure drivers are competent to drive
on site. In addition, a system shall be in place to verify that operators of BAM vehicles have
a valid license prior to operating BAM vehicles off site;
17.1.20 A fit for work policy shall be in place, incorporating defined action levels for drugs and
alcohol;
17.1.21 A system shall be in place to manage driver fatigue;
17.1.22 Behaviour based observations shall include the operation of SME. Any need for specific
retraining shall incorporate the results of these observations;
17.1.23 Procedures should be in place to ensure that SME towing operations are carried safely and
without damaging equipment;
17.1.24 Procedures should be in place to ensure that SME recovery operations are carried out
safely and without damaging equipment.
17.1.25 There shall be no driving at night between the site and Conakry except in an emergency
situation and with a risk assessment having been completed.
17.2 JOURNEY MANAGEMENT
17.2.1 BAM recognizes the additional potential risks to personnel when driving in Guinea and in
particular in poor road conditions, wet and muddy steep terrain, brought about by climatic
and geographic conditions, the lease areas are a steep environment in places. Experience
indicates that land transportation activities are responsible for a large portion of recorded
injury accidents. Suitable procedures shall be introduced which eliminate, as far as
practical, these additional risks to personnel and increase the safety of employees, clients,
and the general public.
17.2.2 Regular road trips between the project site and Conakry are part of normal business
operations. These must be conducted in daylight hours except in emergency situations. An
SOP must be developed to cover this journey.
17.2.3 The aim of the journey management process is to establish a system whereby the hazards
to personnel associated with the driving of vehicles in remote and inhospitable conditions
may be reduced to the lowest practicable level, and eliminate vehicular accidents and
thereby reduce the number of injuries within in-country Field Operations
17.2.4 All driving of BAM vehicles outside the site area is strictly subject to the prior approval of
the Project Director or appointed delegate. Approval will only be granted for duty
purposes or for reasons of extreme emergency when, in the opinion of the Project Director
or appointed delegate, the journey may safely take place.
17.2.5 All travel to and / or from the interior by BAM vehicles is to be strictly controlled and
subject to prior approval of the Project Director or delegate at Belair Site or BAM
Operations Coordinator at Field Location(s)
17.2.6 It is the responsibility of the senior passenger and driver(s) of the vehicle(s) to complete a
Travel Plan, and submit the application to the Senior Driver or Operations Coordinator for
approval of the Project Director or delegate at Belair Site or other at Field Location(s). A
separate travel plan is required for each journey to / and or from the interior
 17.2.7 The approved travel plan is to be retained by the driver, who is to hand it to the Senior
Driver or Operations Coordinator immediately on arrival at destination
17.2.8 Journeys outside Operations Areas
17.2.9 Journey demarcation is anywhere outside the operating areas of the Belair Mine
concession, the following are to be applied:
17.2.10 Vehicles are to be supplied with sufficient fuel, oil and lubricants
17.2.11 Water - vehicles are to carry sufficient water to cater for the amount of personnel in the
vehicle should it not be able to continue the journey for a minimum period of 24 hours.
17.2.12 Sufficient Equipment including but not limited to, first aid kits, fan belts, tools to perform
basic repairs, emergency triangles, spare tyre.
17.2.13 All heavy vehicles will have a spotter / co-driver who will provide visual assistance to the
driver in manoeuvring the vehicle. The spotter / co-driver will also assist the driver effect
any light repairs that may be required i.e. change punctured tires
17.2.14 Communications - BAM vehicles will be fitted with Very High Frequency (VHF) radios or
other reliable forms of communication (mobile phone or sat phone). Drivers are to
maintain contact with Belair site and / or Field Location destination(s) throughout the
journey.
17.2.15 Departure and Arrival Reporting Procedures
17.2.16 Overdue Vehicle Procedures
17.2.17 Convoy Procedures
17.2.18 Breakdown and Emergency Repairs
17.2.19 Road Vehicle Accident Procedures
18 MRMP - EQUIPMENT SAFEGUARDING
18.1 New plant and equipment shall consider all energy sources and be designed to eliminate the need for
guarding where practicable. Safeguarding shall be selected where other potential mitigation measures
do not adequately protect personnel.
18.2 Plant and equipment safeguards shall be designed and constructed to comply with relevant legislation,
standards, codes of practice and relevant recognized leading industry practices and considering
maintainability and operability.
18.3 A formal system shall be in place to ensure the integrity of plant and equipment safeguarding.
18.4 Where safeguarding and interlock systems are insufficient to protect people, access to plant and
equipment shall be controlled and monitored.
18.5 Fail-to-safe switches or devices shall be installed on all manually operated rotating plant and
equipment and power hand tools (e.g. saws, lathes, drill presses, etc.).
18.6 Guards shall only be removed for maintenance and repair after plant and equipment has been isolated,
locked out and tested in line with the Isolation Protocol. Where the temporary removal of safeguards
is necessary on operating plant and equipment, for the purposes of fault finding, testing and
commissioning, a risk-based procedure shall be in place.
18.7 Guards shall be replaced prior to plant and equipment being put back into operation.
19 MRMP - WORKING OVER, IN OR AROUND WATER AND OTHER LIQUIDS.
19.1 Working near water; means any environment where any person is in close proximity to water, whether
tidal or non-tidal, where there is any potential for the person entering that water, either voluntarily or
not.
19.2 This includes working in, on, near, over and under water and other liquids
19.3 Applies to any worker who is potentially exposed to the hazard of falling into water or other liquids
with a depth of more than 75 centimetres (29.5 inches) at any point.
19.4 Liquid - any substance in a condition in which it flows or a person or object can be immersed.
19.5 LIQUID SITES INCLUDES –
19.5.1 The ocean
19.5.2 Creeks that run through site
19.5.3 Water in pits
19.5.4 Water tanks
19.5.5 Water storage
19.5.6 Sediment control dams
19.5.7 Fresh water dams
19.5.8 Diesel tanks
19.5.9 Mud or slurry pits
19.5.10 Other ‘Liquid Hazard’ situations
19.6 WORKING NEAR OR OVER WATER IS A HIGH RISK ACTIVITY.
19.6.1 People can very easily fall in and drown;
19.6.2 Exposure to water i.e. Fatigue, heart attack and hypothermia
19.6.3 Exposure to biological hazards, e.g. blue green algal blooms and sewage
19.7 WORKING ALONE
19.7.1 In no situation is a person permitted to work alone where there is a risk of falling into water
19.8 PERSONAL FLOATATION DEVICES
19.8.1 A PFD must be worn where there is a risk of falling into the water including:
19.8.1.1 When within 2 metres of a berth face/edge where there is no barrier or
fall prevention system in place;
19.8.1.2 When working on a small vessel or pontoon in the water;
19.8.1.3 When getting on or off a ship where there is a risk of falling into water;
19.8.1.4 When working suspended over water in a workbox or platform;
19.9 PLANNING
19.9.1 When planning any operation which involves working near water/mud, a risk assessment
must be carried out prior to carrying out the work activity to establish the risks, this should
take account of the following:
19.9.1.1 Is there suitable safe access?
 19.9.1.2 Is there suitable edge protection to prevent falling into the water?
19.9.1.3 Is the structure/bank/material to be stood on or used sufficiently strong enough
to hold the weight?
19.9.1.4 Are there trip hazards present?
19.9.1.5 The duration of the work and the proximity to the water/mud.
19.9.1.6 The equipment to be used for the operation.
19.9.1.7 The safety equipment available e.g. life jackets, throwing lines, first aid kits.
19.9.1.8 Do staff need special training, e.g. fast water rescue, boat handling, first aid,
water search etc.?
19.9.1.9 Are there safe escape routes if things go wrong?
19.9.1.10 Is there a risk of falling into the mud/water?
19.9.1.11 Weather, including wind.
19.9.1.12 Tidal effects which can cause strong currents or strand people.
19.9.1.13 Any other hazards such as the presence of rocks, submerged trees or other
underwater obstructions
19.9.1.14 Temperature.
19.9.1.15 Ability to swim/physical ability to do the work.
19.9.1.16 The condition of the watercraft.
19.9.1.17 Emergency response.
19.9.1.18 Communications with others, including other emergency response.
19.9.1.19 Suitable welfare provision, e.g. the capability to provide hot/cold drinks, food,
sun screen and rest for staff in protracted operations.
19.10 EDGE PROTECTION
19.10.1 Undertaking Work Over or Near Water Appropriate precautions should be taken to prevent
people and materials from falling into the water. This commonly consists of edge
protection which meets the following requirements:
19.10.1.1 Guard rails with a minimum height of 950mm
19.10.1.2 Intermediate guard rails or other rigid barriers such that there is no unprotected
gap of more than 470mm
19.10.1.3 Toe-boards with a minimum height of 150mm to prevent persons from slipping
under the intermediate rail and materials from falling.
19.10.2 If fencing or guarding is not reasonable practicable, PPE must be properly planned and
personnel trained and supervised.
19.10.2.1 If a safety harness is not appropriate due to the nature of the work for example,
a river inspection, then appropriate life jackets must be worn at all times when
working next to deep or fast flowing water. Life jackets must be self-inflating
with a minimum buoyancy of 150 newtons. Note that buoyancy aids are not
sufficient protection. They are not designed to turn an unconscious person so
that the mouth and nose are above the water line.
 19.10.2.2 When working near to aerated water, the aeration process reduces water
density and therefore extra buoyancy lifejackets (275 Newtons) are required.
19.11 WORKING SUSPENDED ABOVE WATER
19.11.1 An exemption can be applied for from the requirement to wear a harness when working
over water in a work box or EWP if there is a risk that the harness may be a hazard if the
person fell into the water. Refer to Procedure Working at Heights for details.
19.12 WORK AFLOAT PERMIT
19.12.1 A Work Afloat permit is required for any activities undertaken either over the face of a
berth, under a berth, on the water in the river or on the water in the ocean, and utilising
any vessel, pontoon, floating platform or barge as a means of transport and working
platform. Refer to Permit to Work System.
19.12.2 The work afloat permit does not apply to operations that are permanent operations such as
rescue boat, personnel transport boat or shipping operations.
19.13 WORKING IN WATER PERMIT
19.13.1 A Working in water permit is required for any activities undertaken where any person is
required to enter the water.
19.13.2 Under no circumstances is a person permitted to dive head first into any water.
19.13.3 When a person is required to enter the water all other operations in the area must cease if
there is a risk of interaction whether planned or unplanned between those operations and
the person in the water.
19.13.4 Any person entering the water must be first assessed as a competent swimmer by
demonstrating that they can freestyle swim unassisted and without a PDF for a minimum of
50 metres without stopping or touching the bottom.
19.13.5 No person shall enter the water continuously for more than 20 minutes
19.13.6 No person shall enter the water after dark except in emergency situations
19.13.7 The working in water permit must as a minimum include that;
19.13.7.1 Weather conditions to be safe to enter the water
19.13.7.2 The ability of the person to swim
19.13.7.3 Temperature of the water including chill factor
19.13.7.4 A determination of the safe amount of time the person can be in the water
19.13.7.5 Safe access and egress to and from the water
19.13.7.6 Take into account the type of work being performed in the water
19.13.7.7 Take into account any wildlife that may be in the water and a means to protect
the person from the wild life
19.13.7.8 Flow of the water
19.13.7.9 Tides, rips, currents etc.
19.13.7.10Any hazards present such as rocks, submerged trees, roots or any other
underwater obstruction
19.13.7.11Rescue plan
19.14 DIVE PERMIT
19.14.1 A dive permit must comply with all conditions described in the working in water permit
19.14.2 Where a dive permit has been issued, the requirements of the dive permit must be
followed and the following documentation must be kept on site and available for
inspection.
19.14.2.1 Log Books (Normally pre-printed hard back books showing all relevant dives);
19.14.2.2 Diving Medical Certificates (12 month validity);
19.14.2.3 Divers’ Competence Certificates;
19.14.2.4 A formal written project plan and risk
assessment covering the tasks to be undertaken;
19.14.2.5 A diving operations log;
19.14.2.6 Verification of Divers current Senior First Aid qualifications;
19.15 FAST FLOWING WATER
19.15.1 Where water is flowing sufficiently fast to carry a person away, only physical protection
should be used. If working in an area where there is an identified possibility of a sudden
rush of water, a robust chain or bar, downstream of the work location, should be used.
19.15.2 Grills must be provided at points where persons can be sucked or swept into
pipes/conduits.
19.15.3 Weather
19.15.4 Account should be taken of weather conditions at all times. Time spent adjacent to water
exposed to the sun increases the risk of sun stroke and sunburn due to the rays of the sun
being reflected from the water.
19.15.5 The wind is highly significant as it will affect the condition of the water and buoyancy of
items floating on it. The relative temperature is also dramatically affected by the wind
especially if people get wet. Wind chill is a factor to be considered.
19.16 PPE
19.16.1 Adequate PPE will be provided i.e. gloves overalls and boots. The need for good hygiene
practices should be emphasised. All personnel should be reminded of the need to wash
hand and forearms before eating smoking or drinking. Any minor cuts and abrasions
should be protected from contamination with water proof plasters.
19.16.2 Maintenance and Inspection of PPE
19.16.2.1 All PPE including life jackets, harnesses etc. must be checked every time they
are used i.e. they should be checked to see that the pill is in place and the gas
cylinder has not been breached.
19.16.2.2 PPE should also be regularly checked. Checks should include the general
condition and automatic inflation devices. A record of these checks must be
maintained.
19.16.2.3 Life jackets should be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
19.16.2.4 Every month life rings and throwing lines should be checked for deterioration.
19.17 BOATS
19.17.1 All seagoing workboats and rescue boats of up to 24 metres in length used on site must
meet the requirements of The MCA Code of Practice.
19.17.2 Larger vessels will be subject to the full requirements of maritime safety legislation
19.18 TRAINING AND COMPETENCE
19.18.1 All persons required to use PPE including life jackets and or safety harness must be
instructed in their correct use, pre use checks (pill in place, gas cylinder not ruptured) and
storage.
19.18.2 All personnel must be trained on the rescue arrangements including:
19.18.2.1 Man overboard procedures
19.18.2.2 How to use life rings
19.18.2.3 How to enter and exit the water
19.18.2.4 How to enter and exit the rescue boat
19.19 FLOODING
19.19.1 Following flooding staff should not enter any flood water.
19.19.2 Dirty contaminated water can also mask holes. These types of situation represent an
unseen hazard even in the shallowest of waters.
19.19.3 Floodwater will contain substantial amounts of debris which could cause entrapment.
19.19.4 Health hazards from water borne contaminants will be present in floodwater. These
hazards may derive from the flow of raw sewage into the water, or from nearby agricultural
or industrial premises and include the following:
19.19.4.1 Hepatitis, the virus is present in faeces which can be present in water courses.
19.19.4.2 Gastro Enteritis: sewage contains a number of bacteria, which if ingested can
cause Gastro Enteritis.
19.19.4.3 Blue Green Algae: This is an algae found in fresh water in the summer months,
when a bloom grows on the surface which is a blue green colour and can be
toxic.
19.19.4.4 Leptospirosis: (Wells Disease) This is a bacteria infection caused by rat urine in
the water.
19.20 RESCUE
19.20.1 Sufficient rescue equipment must be provided immediately next to the work location e.g.
life rings with hauling lines / or throwing lines.
19.20.2 At all times where there is a risk of persons falling into open water a rescue boat must be
on hand and be suitably equipped and manned by personnel trained in water rescue.
19.20.3 Means of communication must be provided so that emergency response teams can be
contacted if an incident occurs e.g. a fully charged mobile phone or radio.
19.21 EMERGENCY RESPONSE
19.21.1 In the event of person/s falling into the water:
 19.21.1.1 Make sure that the person is conscious and that their PFD has inflated.
19.21.1.2 If conscious assist the person to the nearest man overboard egress point and/or
throw them a life buoy if required.
19.21.1.3 If person has fallen overboard during a vessel movement advise Boat captains.
If there is a risk of injury from vessels the vessel may have to take action to
prevent it.
19.21.1.4 If unconscious consider having someone enter the water to provide assistance
(ensure the rescuer has a PFD on and is a capable swimmer).
19.21.1.5 deploy the rescue boat
19.21.1.6 Provide first aid assistance and if necessary call for Emergency response team
and paramedic assistance
19.21.1.7 Raise the alarm verbally, by radio or phone as necessary.
20 MRMP - WHEEL AND RIM MANAGEMENT.
20.1 BAM recognises that the following hazards, if not effectively controlled, have the potential to cause
permanently disabling injuries or death.
20.2 Crushing due to the heavy and unstable nature of large rims and types;
20.3 Struck by projectile (stored energy), caused by incorrect fitment of lock ring components and/or
components in poor condition and persons placing themselves in the “line of fire”
20.4 Chemical or pressure explosion (including fire and over inflation) or the tyre and rim;
20.5 Incorrect selection and/or incorrect use of tyre handling equipment.
20.6 Loss of vehicle control should a tyre fail in a critical situation.
20.7 This will be achieved by;
20.7.1 The application of managed procurement process;
20.7.2 The development and upkeep of a tyre and rim register;
20.7.3 The classification of all tyres;
20.7.4 Competent persons being available to the appropriate skill levels;
20.7.5 The maintenance of a skills register available to supervising staff;
20.7.6 The provision of suitable equipment and competent personnel to permit safe loading and
unloading of tyres and rims;
20.7.7 The provision of the correct storage facilities;
20.7.8 Adequate supply of the correct tools and equipment for the safe removal and assembly of
all tyres and rims;
20.7.9 Relevant Standard Operating Procedures compiled and adapted for all tyres and rims
including;
20.7.9.1 Removal and assembly
20.7.9.2 Operational use and maintenance
20.7.9.3 Repair, re-lug, re-tread, re-groove and re-use
 20.7.9.4 Disposal
20.7.10 Tyres operating with the manufacturers/suppliers specification limits
20.7.11 An operational risk assessment conducted prior to equipment being operated outside the
tyre use range given by the manufacturer/supplier
20.7.12 The development of response procedures for emergencies involving tyre fires or potential
tyre fires.
21 MRMP - EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING
21.1 BAM will manage the hazards and risks involved with explosives and blasting in order to eliminate
fatalities and serious injuries, minimise noise and vibration and minimise any effects blasting
operations may have on our host communities.
21.2 BAM explosives and blasting management plans must be read in conjunction with all Government
regulations and any special requirements of any statutory authority and any supplier training manuals.
21.3 The most effective means of managing risks to personnel, plant, the environment and our host
community is to develop standardised practices to control the safe and efficient transport, storage, use
and disposal of explosives.
21.4 This shall be achieved by;
21.4.1 The appointment of a person responsible for the development and maintenance of the
explosives management plan;
21.4.2 A mine planning process that requires a risk assessment of any new and existing practices;
21.4.3 The development of an explosives management plan covering all situations that may
involve the use of explosives;
21.4.4 A process for the selection, acquisition and delivery of explosives;
21.4.5 Safe and secure storage and transportation of explosives;
21.4.6 Competence based training for all personnel who come into contact with explosives;
21.4.7 The design, selection and operational use of equipment used for transporting and handling
explosives;
21.4.8 A specific maintenance program that ensures the continual safe and efficient operations of
blasting equipment;
21.4.9 The development of standard operating procedures and a system of continuous
improvement to cover all aspects of the management and use of explosives;
21.4.10 A system for the safe disposal of unwanted or excess explosives
21.4.11 A system to monitor any affects blasting may have on the environment and our host
community:
21.4.12 A continuous process to inform and communicate with our host communities regarding the
hazards and risks associated with explosives and blasting;
21.4.13 To establish as a minimum a blasting clearance zone of 500 metres around any blasting
operations and to guard and monitor all access points to the blasting zone;
21.4.14 The development of response procedures for emergencies involving explosives.
22 MRMP - MALARIA AND OTHER INSECT BORNE DISEASES.
22.1 BAM will implement measures to minimize employee and visitor exposure to risks of malaria and other
insect-borne diseases. Implementing these measures will reduce the risk associated with malaria and
other insect-borne diseases by reducing exposure to causes and ensuring adequate response to
potential disease cases.
22.2 The Project Director has the key accountabilities of the management of malaria and that person is to
ensure:
22.3 The preparation of a specific malaria management plan;
22.4 The provision of sufficient resources for managing and communicating the malaria risk management
program requirements.
22.5 To ensure the implementation of prevention and response measures described in the malaria
management plan;
22.6 Verifying employee understanding of their risk and responsibility under the malaria risk management
program
22.7 All employees exposed or potentially exposed to malaria will attend formal, recorded malaria risk
awareness and management training. Awareness training is valid for 1 year after which a refresher
course is required.
22.8 Malaria, and insect borne disease, risk awareness and management training will be part of visitor
inductions in malaria risk areas and all new employee inductions.
22.9 Resources will be made available for training
22.10 All offices, maintenance or storage areas and accommodation facilities in malaria risk areas will
minimize employee and visitor exposure to risks of malaria and other insect borne diseases and
managing suspected illness cases by:
22.11 Preparing, presenting and recording malaria risk awareness and management training for employees
and site visitors.
22.12 Ensuring and verifying that employees, contractors and visitors to work sites receive malaria risk
awareness and management training before commencing work at site.
22.13 Identifying, reporting and managing of work site hazards that may cause or increase employee and
visitor exposure to insect bites
22.14 Installing and maintaining insect-proof screens on windows and doors
22.15 Installing and maintaining air conditioning in accommodation units
22.16 Providing electric diffusers to kills mosquitoes in work and outdoor areas where employees and
visitors may be exposed
22.17 Providing mosquito nets, and means of installation, for sleeping accommodations
22.18 Maintaining site housekeeping to prevent water accumulating in drains, ground depressions and open
containers, and eliminating areas of standing water.
22.19 Regularly fogging grounds with insecticide in work and accommodation areas to destroy mosquito
larvae
22.20 Ensuring availability of insect repellent (minimum DEET content 35%) enquiring minimum dress code
of long sleeve, long leg, pale coloured clothing from dusk to dawn (during the hours of darkness)
 22.21 Regularly inspecting facility to ensure full implementation of applicable prevention measures described
in this procedure
22.22 Maintaining an adequate supply of unexpired malaria test kits on site
22.23 Providing malaria test kits and instruction on their use as necessary to site employees and visitors.
22.24 Maintaining adequate emergency response procedures (ERP) that effectively manage potential or
confirmed cases of malaria and other insect-borne diseases
22.25 Ensuring accurate and timely reporting of all suspected and confirmed occurrences of malaria and
other insect borne diseases in employees, visitors and closely related third parties including employee
families.
22.26 Requiring minimum dress code for field is long sleeve, long leg, clothing at all times.
22.27 It is the responsibility of the employee to use preventive malarial medication (prophylaxis) as advised
by a physician. PROPHYLAXIS NOT TO BE USED BY PREGNANT WOMEN OR PEOPLE WITH LIVER
DISEASE unless advised by your regular doctor.
22.28 All suspected and confirmed cases of malaria and every use of malaria self-test will be reported
accurately and in a timely manner so that the level of employee and visitor exposure to the risk of
malaria and other insect borne diseases may be measured and assessed. Implementation of this
procedure will be monitored, measured and recorded to allow assessment of management control
over the risk of malaria and other insect-borne diseases.
23 MRMP - ENCOUNTERS WITH DANGEROUS WILDLIFE.
23.1 Encounters with wildlife including mammals, reptiles, insects, arthropods or fish during operations,
normally within the natural habitats of such species, also including feral species or domestic animals
presents a specific risk to the health and safety of all personnel.
23.2 These encounters can occur either accidently or by deliberate or unavoidable action.
23.3 To control these risks BAM will;
23.3.1 Treat all wildlife with respect and caution paying special attention to species that may be
either protected by statute or endangered.
23.3.2 At all times wildlife must be treated consistently in accordance with applicable legislation
and IFC guidelines and BAM policy
23.3.3 Local environmental studies must include consideration of wildlife which may be present,
and take account of this in relation to legislation, conservation principles and local or
regional needs and views
23.3.4 So far as possible operations should have a neutral impact upon habitat, resources and
presence of wildlife, unless this is deemed beneficial (i.e. mosquito clearance)
23.3.5 Responsible rehabilitation must be undertaken in keeping with legislated and contracted
requirements, IFC and Bam standards.
23.3.6 Safeguarding of personnel from wildlife shall be undertaken with a view to minimising risk
of negative impact to wildlife – e.g. camps should be located and run so as not to attract
wildlife to a food source.
23.3.7 Any equipment used for deterrent purposes shall be as least harmful as possible
23.3.8 Protective equipment (i.e. mosquito nets) shall be of good quality, in good condition and
the use and effects known to users
 23.3.9 Firearms must not be used as a deterrent method
23.3.10 First aid and medical equipment must be provided that can cope with expected injury or
trauma arising from wildlife suspected or known to be present (i.e. species of snake) and
persons trained appropriately.
23.3.11 BAM must have due regard to the health risks arising from wildlife and provide protective
measures where possible i.e. insect screening, mosquito nets, brush clearing, awareness
and non –attraction measures.
23.3.12 Ensure an adequate supply of potable water and avoid sites where wildlife drink.
23.3.13 Ensure awareness of possible wildlife species in the areas where people are working or may
be visited and take appropriate precautions, e.g. prophylaxis, snake bite guards, anti-
venom.
23.3.14 Be sure persons who may have severe allergic or other reactions to wildlife bites or stings
are prepared medically with antidote where risks are present.
23.3.15 Documented emergency procedures for field work and around camps must be in place and
these should recognise and risk presented by wildlife.
23.3.16 All site occupants including visitors must be given induction into the dangers presented by
encounter with wildlife and the emergency response procedures
23.3.17 Appropriate emergency equipment including first aid and survival must be provided to
cover expected encounters with wildlife
23.3.18 Site personnel will be trained in the use of the emergency, first aid and survival equipment.
23.3.19 Certified medical support personnel must be provided on site at all times and be in
sufficient numbers to cover operations
24 WORK CLEARANCE PERMITS
24.1 A survey shall be conducted to identify tasks and work locations where a Permit to Work will apply.
Records of this and a list of these tasks and locations shall be maintained on a register of permit to
work tasks/locations. As a minimum they must include;
24.1.1 Confined space entry
24.1.2 Working at heights
24.1.3 Hot work such as welding and grinding in fire or explosion risk areas
24.1.4 Essential services - excavations for services e.g. power, water, gas
24.1.5 Non-standard work over or near water or other liquids
24.1.6 Radiation equipment
24.1.7 Work on live electrical systems
24.1.8 High powered hand tools
24.1.9 Heavy / Difficult crane lifts of equipment
24.1.10 Multi Point Isolation of Energy
24.1.11 Working afloat
24.1.12 Working in or under the water
 24.2 Where a location or task is identified requiring a permit to work a risk assessment shall be performed
on the task / location to detail any specific controls that may be required for works to commence. The
reference to these risk assessments must be maintained in a register of permit to work tasks /
locations.
24.3 Each work permit shall contain a checklist of precautionary measures and work practices required to
be undertaken prior to, during and on completion of the work.
24.4 All supervisory staff shall be familiar with locations and tasks requiring work permits.
24.5 All employees shall receive training and be competent on the work permit system.
24.6 A copy of the work permit shall be retained by the person performing the task or the immediate
supervisor at the work site for the duration of the task.
24.7 Regular checks shall be undertaken during the task to ensure compliance with all conditions required
by permits.
24.8 Employees shall be trained in the use of hazard control equipment as required by work permits. e.g.
Fire extinguishers etc.
25 SURFACE MOBILE EQUIPMENT
25.1 Surface Mobile equipment (SME) includes the following vehicle types rear dump and water trucks,
graders, dozers, loaders, EWP, bobcats, scissor lift, trucks over 4.5 tones GVW and cranes when in
motion over the ground.
25.2 SME equipment shall have the following minimum safety features:-
25.2.1 Seat belts fitted for all occupants;
25.2.2 Adequate lighting (headlight, tail, turn, brake, strobe, flashing light);
25.2.3 Identified isolation/lockout point in accordance with Isolation Protocol ;
25.2.4 Adequate walkways, railing, steps/grab handle combinations and boarding facilities;
including an alternative path of disembarking in case of emergency;
25.2.5 Reversing alarm;
25.2.6 Chock blocks for tyred SME;
25.2.7 Horn;
25.2.8 Effective windscreen wipers;
25.2.9 Effective guarding of accessible moving parts (consistent with Equipment Safeguarding
Protocol;
25.2.10 Signage that allows clear and easy identification from a distance.
25.3 SME should have the following minimum safety specifications, unless exempted by risk assessment:-
25.3.1 Approved or certified roll over protection;
25.3.2 A suitable fire suppression capability;
25.3.3 Two way radio or other forms of communication;
25.3.4 Fall on protection;
 25.3.5 A method of transporting supplies and personal items to and from the operator cabin to
enable drivers to maintain three points of contact whilst mounting and disembarking
equipment;
25.3.6 Design, inspection and maintenance requirements should be in place for all roadways
including collision protection of hazardous and critical plant, equipment. Risk assessments
should be conducted out prior to any changes in traffic movement;
25.3.7 Layout of cabins should take into consideration the ergonomics of seating, operator
controls, and retrofitted devices;
25.3.8 Safety berms shall be in place along roadways, excavations and dump areas as determined
by risk assessment;
26 REGISTRATION OF EQUIPMENT
26.1 A procedure shall be in place to ensure that all equipment requiring formal registration on the site is
appropriately registered according to the requirements of the legislation.
27 ROPS and FOPS
27.1 A procedure shall be in place to define the requirements for the fitting, inspection and repair of Roll
Over Protective Structures and Falling Objects Protective Structures.
28 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
28.1 A Fire Protection and Prevention Survey shall be conducted by BAM Safety Personnel other relevant
competent persons.
28.2 Fire risk surveys shall be conducted at least every twelve months or when changes occur to workplace
design or processes.
28.3 Fire Protection and Prevention Survey Report recommendations shall be actioned by provision or
repair of equipment, employee training and fire safety programs.
28.4 A Fire Prevention Coordinator shall be appointed in writing to coordinate all aspects of fire prevention
and protection at each workplace. The appointment shall be notified to all management and
employees.
28.5 Each Fire Warden shall be appointed in writing and their name posted in the area they need to service.
28.6 The duties of the Fire Prevention Coordinator shall be defined and made known to the Coordinator.
These shall include the responsibility for:
28.6.1 providing fire protection and prevention training for employees and emergency services
personnel
28.6.2 conducting fire risk surveys and inspections
28.6.3 organizing the maintenance of firefighting equipment
28.7 Fire detection and suppression systems shall be installed where recommended by the Fire Protection
and Prevention Survey Report. Installations shall comply with the relevant South African standards.
28.8 Appropriate fire extinguishing systems, equipment and fire cabinets shall be provided and located for
protection of identified risk areas.
28.9 Where portable fire extinguishers are provided, Dry Chemical Powder shall be used as a preference
with the exception of selected electrical installations where Carbon Dioxide shall be installed.
Flammable or combustible liquid stores shall have both foam and Dry Chemical Powder extinguishers.
 28.10 A fire hydrant system shall be installed with hydrant outlets located at strategic points, where
appropriate.
28.11 All fire protection and suppression equipment shall be clearly identified and shall remain accessible at
all times. Equipment identification shall be in accordance with
28.12 “Keep Clear” areas shall be defined at all fire equipment and emergency exit locations
28.13 Audible alarm systems shall be installed to enable the warning of all occupants in the event of any
emergency.
28.14 Alarm systems shall be installed at locations to ensure they are audible in all areas.
28.15 The location of alarms shall be clearly identified.
28.16 Emergency warning alarms shall have sound distinctive from other audible alarm systems.
28.17 Each emergency warning alarm shall be tested weekly by the Fire Prevention Coordinator and the
results recorded. Any defects shall be actioned immediately.
28.18 Water carts or mobile water tanks shall be provided so that they can be used as mobile firefighting
tenders in an emergency.
28.19 All fire protection installations and equipment shall be numbered and recorded in a fire equipment log
book including type, capacity and location of equipment.
28.20 Fire protection installations and equipment shall be inspected monthly. Checklists shall be provided for
inspections.
28.21 All personnel shall be trained in the emergency alarm systems
28.22 All personnel shall be trained in the basic use of hand held fire extinguishers and what types of fires
they can fight
28.23 A fire safety response team shall be formed to fight all other types of fires
28.24 The fire safety response team shall be trained and competent to fight the types of fires they may be
required to fight.
28.25 Personnel shall not fight the following fires:
28.25.1 Fires containing explosives
28.25.2 Tyre fires
28.25.3 Large chemical fires
28.25.4 Large Bush Fires
29 GROUND CONTROL
29.1 The potential dangers to personnel from falls of ground in steep slope areas, surface mining, at
stockpiles, dam walls, waste rock dumps, trenches and similar locations must be identified and
managed.
29.2 GROUND CONTROL MANAGEMENT PLANNING
29.2.1 BAM shall develop ground control management plans and continuously monitor
performance against the plan throughout the life cycle of the project. Minimum
requirements of all ground control management plans shall include the following:
29.2.2 A formal process of technical mine planning from pre-feasibility through the operations and
closure phases shall be conducted and documented with the input of geotechnical experts.
 29.2.3 Technical competency requirements of personnel involved in the management of ground
control (including inspections) and analysis of technical data.
29.2.4 Specification of the technical data utilized in modelling, design, excavation, and
construction of open pits, leach pads, and tailings impoundments and other structures
where ground control risks exist.
29.2.5 Specification of certifications required for stability enhancement materials (including rock
fixtures).
29.2.6 Directory of standard operating procedures or work procedures.
29.2.7 Specification of mining methods which maintain wall, bank, and slope stability; particularly
in locations where persons work or travel.
29.2.8 Corrective action plans for removal of loose or unconsolidated materials in areas where fall
of material constitutes a hazard to personnel and equipment operators and equipment.
29.2.9 Safety specifications for methods of scaling loose or unconsolidated materials.
29.2.10 Inspection frequency for ground control conditions which specify corrective action and
emergency procedures.
29.2.11 Specification of monitoring equipment for type, location, and frequency of data collection
and review.
29.3 WORKFORCE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS.
29.3.1 All open pit facilities shall establish procedures to manage the hazards of fall of material
through risk assessment methodologies. The procedures shall as a minimum take into
account the following:
29.3.2 Minimum safe distances between equipment, catchment berms and highwalls or
embankments for the purposes of maintenance or parking (heavy equipment and light
vehicles).
29.3.3 Safe distances from highwalls and embankments for general travel while driving or walking
through open pit operational areas.
29.3.4 Safe equipment dismounts procedures in proximity to highwalls or embankments.
29.3.5 Safe equipment parking practices.
29.3.6 Controlled methods of removal of loose or unconsolidated material which poses a fall of
material hazard that do not endanger persons and/or equipment.
29.3.7 Wastes within catchment berms not exceed ¾ capacity.
29.4 TRAINING
29.4.1 Personnel who are potentially exposed to the risk of ground fall shall be provided with
ground control training before commencing work and no less than annually thereafter.
30 AWARENESS, COMPETENCE AND BEHAVIORS
30.1 INDUCTION TRAINING
30.1.1 All personnel, contractors and visitors shall undergo a formal induction training process in
order to empower all personnel to make informed decisions about their own health and
safety across the site.
30.1.2 This induction training shall identify all of the basic safety requirements of BAM.
 30.1.3 Further area specific induction training shall be given to personnel as required
30.2 H & S TRAINING AND COMPETENCIES
30.2.1 All personnel shall be trained and competent prior to undertaking any task except under
the close personnel supervision of a trained, authorized and competent person i.e. when a
person is in training.
30.2.2 All personnel shall be authorized in writing as being competent by the relevant manager
prior to undertaking any task
30.2.3 A study shall be undertaken to identify all processes on site.
30.2.4 The study shall identify all activities associated with each process
30.2.5 A risk analysis of these activities shall be conducted and shall identify all areas that require
training of personnel to control any risks
30.2.6 The competencies required to safely and productively fulfil each person’s tasks shall be
identified
30.2.7 Formal competency based training packages will be developed to address these
competencies
30.2.8 Qualified trainers and assessors shall be used to deliver training packages
30.2.9 Competencies shall be re assessed on a regular basis to reinforce training
30.3 PLANNED TASK OBSERVATIONS
30.3.1 Planned Task Observations shall be regularly performed by all supervisors in their area of
operation to ascertain the appropriateness and suitability of Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP)
30.3.2 Planned Task Observations are designed to identify non-conformance with procedures by
personnel and contractors in order to determine their compliance with the documented
procedures
30.3.3 Any non-conformance with procedures shall be communicated with employees and
reasons for non-conformance determined
30.3.4 If a Planned Task Observation determines that a person needs re training in the task then
the supervisor shall make provisions for re training
30.3.5 If a Planned Task Observation determines that the procedure is inadequate then a risk
assessment shall be completed and the procedure modified. All personnel affected by any
changes shall then be re trained in the procedure.
30.3.6 Planned Task Observations shall not be used for disciplinary purposes
30.4 BEHAVIOUR BASED SAFETY (BBS)
30.4.1 A behavioural based safety program shall be introduced into all BAM sites.
30.4.2 The content of behavioural based safety is a simple process that focuses on peer pressures
rather than instructions from managers or safety officers.
30.4.3 The process is a simple 4 step approach
30.4.3.1 Identify and communicate the key safety behaviours in the workplace
30.4.3.2 Use observation to measure performance
 30.4.3.3 Reinforces safe behaviours and corrects at risk ones
30.4.3.4 Evaluates and repeats the process
30.4.4 All personnel shall be trained in BBS techniques and shall be encouraged to use them in the
workplace.
30.5 JUST CULTURE
30.5.1 A "just" culture provides a fair and productive alternative to the two extremes of punitive
or blame-free cultures. A “just” culture balances the need to have a non-punitive
learning environment with the need to hold persons accountable for their actions. A “just”
culture contrasts with the disciplinary standards represented by both extremes of a
punitive or blame-free culture. A "just" culture:
30.5.1.1 Provides an atmosphere of trust in which people are encouraged for providing
essential safety-related information i.e. hazard and near miss reports.
30.5.1.2 Clearly defines where the line must be drawn between acceptable and
unacceptable behaviour.
30.5.1.3 Is a pre-requisite for the degree of openness that an informed culture requires?
If people hide their errors, then they will not be found out until there is a
serious incident in which case it’s too late.
30.5.2 All managers and supervisors shall be trained in the Just Culture process.
30.5.3 To ensure sustainability of a “just” culture and trust within the workforce, managers
must apply the process in a consistent manner.
30.6 STAKEHOLDER IDENTIFICATION
30.6.1 BAM will actively engage with community representatives and other stakeholders during
the planning of any exploration activity to understand: their interests; the potential for our
activities to impact the stakeholders; and the ability of stakeholders to impact our plans.
30.6.2 Where possible, we will seek community agreement to our plans.
30.6.3 We will use our activities to provide opportunities for local businesses and to build local
capacity consistent with the scale of the activity.
30.6.4 Project Execution Plans and Early Stage Operations Plans will include a Stakeholder
Engagement Plan which will aim to minimize impacts to local communities from our
activities and to maximize potential local community benefits. The Stakeholder
Engagement Plans will include specific authorities for engaging stakeholders.
30.6.5 Only people authorized to do so will formally engage stakeholders.
30.6.6 A Stakeholder Register will be maintained for all operations.
30.6.7 We will document agreements or obligations made with communities or other
stakeholders and will monitor performance against commitments.
30.6.8 We will acknowledge and record grievances and complaints of stakeholders and will act to
rectify those over which we have control or influence.
30.6.9 All security operations must operate in accordance with the US-UK Voluntary Principles on
Security and Human Rights and all security personnel must be trained in their obligations to
the Principles.
 30.6.10 A Community Impact Assessment, completed by a competent and experienced person,
and a Community Relations Plan, must both be completed.
30.7 H & S COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES
30.7.1 A Health and Safety Committee shall be formed to promote cooperation / consultation
between management and employees in instigating, developing and carrying out health
and safety measures in the workplace.
30.7.2 H & S Representatives from different areas of the operation shall be elected by personnel
within the area to represent them on the H & S Committee.
30.7.3 Where a major contractor is employed on the site for contracts more than 6 months
duration an H & S Representative shall be elected by the contractor to represent the
contractor’s workers on the H & S Committee.
30.7.4 Other contractors shall be encouraged to send representatives to the committee meetings
as observers only.
30.7.5 The committee shall be made up of an equal number of representatives from management
and workers.
30.7.6 The function of the committee shall be:
30.7.6.1 Discuss and review the workplace health, safety and environment planning.
30.7.6.2 Assist management through the identification of unsafe acts and conditions and
offering solutions
30.7.6.3 Initiating programs aimed at arousing and maintaining an interest in workplace
health and safety
30.7.6.4 Review circumstances surrounding recent work related injuries, illness and
dangerous occurrences.
30.7.7 The Workplace Health and Safety Committee shall meet at intervals of one month or as
deemed relevant by the Project Director in consultation with the committee.
30.7.8 The meeting shall be conducted to conform to an agreed agenda, which should address as
a minimum guide:
30.7.8.1 Introductions
30.7.8.2 Attendance
30.7.8.3 Apologies
30.7.8.4 Minutes of previous meeting
30.7.8.5 Review of injury, illness and dangerous occurrences
30.7.8.6 General business
30.7.8.7 Date of next meeting
30.7.8.8 Closure
30.7.9 Accurate minutes are to be kept of each meeting, distributed to those present and placed
upon the general notice board.
30.7.10 Items agreed upon by the committee are to be checked for completion by the Health and
Safety Committee Representative at the appointed time stated on the minutes. Should the
 agreed action not be completed by the appointed time, the Project Director is to be
informed immediately.
30.8 FUNCTIONS OF H & S COMMITTEES AND H & S REPRESENTATIVES
30.8.1 An H & S committee or an H & S representative has the following functions:
30.8.1.1 to keep under review the measures taken to ensure the health, safety and
welfare of persons at the place of work,
30.8.1.2 to investigate any matter that may be a risk to health and safety at the place of
work,
30.8.1.3 to attempt to resolve the matter but, if unable to do so, to request an
investigation by an inspector for that purpose,
30.8.1.4 Such other functions as are prescribed by the legislation.
30.9 INTERNAL H & S COMMUNICATION
30.9.1 Communication and Consultation is integral to good management. The “team approach”
has proved successful in opening up communication, improving productivity, commitment,
morale and giving a sense of ownership at all levels. Having a shared vision and common
goals can improve occupational safety and health performance. This approach will
subsequently provide the management and employees of BAM with the opportunity to
work together to improve safety and health.
30.9.2 Promotion of “ZERO HARM” shall occur at all times. This shall be achieved through
signage,
continual reinforcement from all levels of management.
30.9.3 The prime objective to promote health and safety at the workplace is to foster a culture
whereby health and safety becomes an automatic response by all persons at all times
30.9.4 Safety posters shall be placed on poster boards that are strategically located and shall be
applicable to company operations and maintained in good order.
30.9.5 A library of safety books and videos shall be established and shall be used in educating and
training employees
30.9.6 A safety notice board shall be located at the entrance of the operation and shall display the
number of safe days, days since prior LTI, and previous best safe days
30.9.7 Safety signage shall be posted at all appropriate positions that require their presence.
30.9.8 Other methods of promoting safety will be:
30.9.8.1 Pre shift instruction sessions – All personnel and contractor will be required to
attend pre shift instruction sessions at the commencement of every shift. These
meetings are designed to outline the planned tasks for the shift and identify any
associated hazard. The pre shift instruction meeting also provides a vehicle
whereby employees and contractors can convey problems or suggestions
regarding the improvement of health and safety in the workplace.
30.9.8.2 Toolbox (safety) Meetings – these shall be held on a regular basis and shall
provide a formal forum for the discussion of safety issues in the workplace.
Items discussed are Standard Operating Procedures, Hazards, safety awareness,
and recent incidents and shall be the forum used by health and safety
representatives to report to the entire workforce.
 30.9.8.3 Safety committee meetings - Health and Safety Committee meetings will be
held monthly, or at an interval decided by the project manager and the
committee. The project manager, supervisors and worker representatives will
attend the meeting. Accurate minutes of the meeting shall be kept and posted
on the notice board for all employees to read.
30.10 H & S HANDOVER
30.10.1 In order to ensure the safe continuity of operations an H & S Handover process shall be in
place.
30.10.2 The process shall identify all areas and controls that are safety critical to the job,
equipment or facility at hand and shall communicate these areas and controls in the
following situations;
30.10.2.1 Shift change
30.10.2.2 Roster change
30.10.2.3 During changes of crews during permit to work activities
30.10.2.4 The handover of new equipment, facilities or plant
30.10.2.5 The handover of repaired equipment, facilities or plant
30.10.2.6 The handover of modified equipment, facilities or plant
30.11 ISSUE RESOLUTION
30.11.1 All employee and contractor personnel may refuse to undertake work where they have
‘reasonable grounds’ to believe that there is a risk of imminent and serious injury or
harm.
30.11.2 All issues should first attempted to be resolved at the level at which it occurred.
30.11.3 Should this fail the issue shall be elevated to the H & S Committee who shall by using the
Risk Assessment process determine an outcome to the issue.
31

HEALTH
31.1 MEDICA
LS
31.1.1 All personnel shall be medically assessed by qualified professional medical personnel to
ascertain they are medically capable of performing their duties without risking the health
and safety of themselves or others.
31.1.2 All personnel shall be reassessed as part of the surveillance program on a yearly basis.
31.2 FIRST
AID
31.2.1 First aid facilities shall be available across all areas of the site and a qualified senior first
aid attendant or paramedic shall be available at all times in the first aid room.
31.2.2 All personnel across the site including contractors shall be encouraged to have current
first aid certification
31.2.3 As a minimum at least two persons in each work area will be required to have formal first
aid qualifications
31.3 FATIGU
E
31.3.1 Fatigue is recognized as a major contributing factor to accidents in the workplace
31.3.2 BAM develop a strategy within the operation to effectively control the risks of fatigue.
 31.3.3 This strategy will include but is not limited to;
31.3.3.1 Identify the hazards of fatigue
31.3.3.2 Assess the risks of fatigue
31.3.3.3 Implement risk control measures and
31.3.3.4 Monitor and review the effectiveness of the controls.
31.3.4 A Fatigue Management Plan (FMP) will document the strategies the company has
determined to control the risks of fatigue.
31.4 FITNESS FOR DUTY
31.4.1 All personnel on site are required to be fit for the job they are required to perform this
includes;
31.4.1.1 Drug and alcohol testing
31.4.1.2 Fatigue management
31.4.1.3 Psychological fitness
31.4.2 A formal method of assessment of these issues shall be in place and provisions made for
the assistance of personnel should they be found to be not fit for duty.
31.5 INJURY MANAGEMENT AND REHABILITATION
31.5.1 While it is the goal of the organization to prevent all accidents it is acknowledged that
accidents may occur.
31.5.2 If a person is injured BAM recognizes its responsibility to assist the person return to health.
31.5.3 Studies have conclusively shown that an early as possible return to work even in a limited
capacity greatly assists in the recovery of injured persons.
31.5.4 To address this issue a formal rehabilitation process shall be in place to assist any injured
personnel.
31.6 TRAVEL HEALTH
31.6.1 A Procedure shall be developed to define the requirements for safe travel to or within high
/ extreme countries by all BAM Employees and Contractors, to ensure that the risks related
to health, safety and security are assessed and managed.
31.6.2 This procedure shall apply to all work-related high or extreme risk travel undertaken by
BAM personnel. The Procedure covers travels from the point where a need for travel is
identified, through until the travel is complete and there is no potential for latent health
effects.
31.6.3 The procedure shall include but is not limited to;
31.6.3.1 Travel itinerary
31.6.3.2 Travel approval
31.6.3.3 Post travel activities
31.6.4 All personnel shall be trained in the requirements of Travel Health and are responsible for
abiding by the requirements of the procedure.
31.7 INJURY CLASSIFICATION
 31.7.1 All injuries shall be classified according to the ALUFER standard for injury classification
which is aligned with the OSHA standards.
31.8 HIV
31.8.1 Taking into account the magnitude and severity of the HIV, BAM will need to develop
proactive strategies and solutions to the problems which are experienced by all employees
and their dependants. To achieve this, the
31.8.1.1 Company will attempt to keep informed and abreast of the developments
regarding the epidemic and take appropriate action.
31.8.2 BAM acknowledges the seriousness of HIV/AIDS as a medical reality with both social and
economic implications for our employees, their dependants and communities, our service
providers, customers and the infrastructure of the country.
31.8.3 In the spirit of the Sustainability Policy BAM will;
31.8.3.1 Have as their central focus areas in terms of a HIV/AIDS Policy and strategy the
principles of ;
31.8.3.2 Caring for our employees;
31.8.3.3 Reduction of the HIV prevalence rate within BAM and our surrounding
communities;
31.8.3.4 Reducing the economic impact of the epidemic on the organisation and our
employees.
31.8.4 Promoting a non-discriminatory work environment
31.8.4.1 No person with HIV or AIDS shall be unfairly discriminated against within the
employment relationship or within any employment policies or practices,
including with regard to:
31.8.4.2 Recruitment procedures, advertising and selection criteria;
31.8.4.3 Appointments, and the appointment process, including job placement;
31.8.4.4 Job classification or grading;
31.8.4.5 Remuneration, employment benefits and terms and conditions of employment;
31.8.4.6 Employee assistance programmes;
31.8.4.7 Job assignments;
31.8.4.8 Training and development;
31.8.4.9 Performance evaluation systems;
31.8.4.10 Promotion, transfer and demotion;
31.8.4.11 Termination of services.
31.9 EQUALITY
31.9.1 To promote a non-discriminatory work environment based on the principle of equality,
BAM in consultation with the Government Health Services will adopt appropriate measures
to ensure that employees with HIV and AIDS are not unfairly discriminated against and are
protected from victimisation through positive measures such as:
31.9.1.1 The development of workplace HIV/AIDS policies and programmes;
 31.9.1.2 Conduction of awareness, education and training programmes on the rights of
all persons with regard to HIV and AIDS;
31.9.1.3 The development of mechanisms to promote acceptance and openness around
HIV/AIDS in the workplace;
31.9.1.4 •Providing support for all employees infected or affected by HIV and AIDS;
and
31.9.1.5 The development and implementation of grievance procedures and disciplinary
measures to deal with HIV related complaints in the workplace.
32 HYGIENE
32.1 EXPOSURE STANDARDS
32.1.1 A set of exposure standards shall be established at the site to set limits of exposure to
substances or physical conditions that may be encountered in the workplace.
32.1.2 Exposure standards shall be set for, but not limited to the following contaminants;
32.1.2.1 Atmospheric contaminants
32.1.2.2 Biological contaminants
32.1.2.3 Chemical agents
32.1.2.4 Physical agents
32.1.2.5 Noise
32.2 WORKPLACE ASSESSMENT
32.2.1 An assessment of all workplaces in the operations shall be undertaken in order to determine
the risks associated with exposures to substances, physical conditions or other occupational
exposures that may be encountered in each workplace.
32.2.2 These assessment shall include but are not limited to the following
32.2.2.1 Atmospheric contaminants
32.2.2.2 Biological contaminants
32.2.2.3 Chemical agents
32.2.2.4 Physical agents
32.2.2.5 Noise
32.3 WORKPLACE MONITORING AND RESULTS
32.3.1 All identified exposure risks shall be monitored both at the workplace and on an individual
level for all personnel who are at risk from substances, physical conditions or an occupational
exposure on a regular basis
32.3.2 The results of all workplace monitoring shall be made available to all personnel to inform
them of any risks or hazards they may be encountering in the workplace
32.3.3 Individual results shall be directly communicated to the person who was tested but shall
remain strictly confidential unless with the express written permission of the individual or in
an emergency situation.
32.4 WORKPLACE EXPOSURE REDUCTION
 32.4.1 Where there are identified exposure risks a program shall be put in place to reduce the
exposures to all workers.
32.4.2 The exposure reduction process shall be implemented in a timely manner and shall be
conducted in a manner which delivers a result which is as low as reasonably practicable.
32.5 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
32.5.1 Every reasonable and practicable measure is to be taken to eliminate hazards according to
the Hierarchy of Controls (Eliminate, Substitute, Redesign, Separate, Administrative, and
Personal Protective Equipment).
32.5.2 In controlling hazards the use of PPE is considered a reasonable and practicable control and
shall be accompanied by adequate training and education. All personnel are required to
select and use PPE in order to provide themselves with the maximum level of personal
protection.
32.5.3 All equipment shall be worn in the manner in which designers/manufacturers intended and
as per the training and/or instruct ion received at the time of issue.
32.5.4 Sufficient PPE shall be provided to all personnel to safeguard them against the risks of their
particular job
32.5.5 All personnel shall be trained in the use, storage and cleaning of PPE
32.6 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - ALL SITE AREAS
32.6.1 The following PPE requirements shall be considered a minimum standard.
32.6.2 Detailed PPE requirements should be further documented in task specific procedures, where
appropriate.
32.6.3 At all site locations all personnel shall wear (but are not limited to):
32.6.4 Clothing
32.6.4.1 Long sleeved Hi Visibility (compliant with Day/Night requirements) shirts with
collars shall be worn with the sleeves rolled down and cuffs buttoned at the
wrist at all times.
32.6.4.2 Should the person not have high visibility shirt then a high visibility vest must be
worn
32.6.4.3 Long Sleeve shirts must be worn around the camp at all other times
32.6.4.4 Long Trousers shall be worn at all times
32.6.5 Safety Helmets
32.6.5.1 Safety helmets complying with Approved Standards shall be worn in all areas. In
addition the following shall apply;
32.6.5.2 Inside vehicles, offices, control rooms, machine cabins, crib rooms, and
ablutions are exempt.
32.6.5.3 No other headwear, such as caps, bandanas or beanies, shall be worn under the
safety helmet.
32.6.6 Safety Footwear
32.6.6.1 Safety footwear (Steel/Kevlar capped footwear) complying with Approved
Standards shall be worn at all times unless in an approved and controlled
 environment (i.e. office) or approved by a Department Manager through the use
of a suitable risk assessment.
32.6.6.2 Personnel completing environmental, heritage or archaeological surveys, where
substantial amounts of walking (>2km/day) and climbing in undisturbed land is
required, are permitted to wear hiking boots manufactured specifically for that
purpose. These boots must be ankle length, lace up, have good heel support, a
rigid sole and good tread (Vibram soles are recommended). Boots should be
replaced when the heel support is compromised by extended wear-and-tear, or
when the tread becomes worn to the point where traction is compromised. This
type of footwear are not permitted to be worn in active mining, processing or
industrial areas.
32.6.7 Hearing protection
32.6.7.1 Hearing protection shall be worn in designated areas and/or when undertaking
noisy tasks e.g. grinding, using pneumatic rattle guns etc.
32.6.7.2 Personnel shall wear hearing protection whenever they are exposed to a noise
level of 85-dB (A) over an 8-hour shift. For each 3 dB (A) increase in noise level
the exposure time shall be halved (e.g. 4 hours at 88 dB (A) 2 hours at 91-dB (A)
etc.
32.6.7.3 The following approved hearing protection shall be available:
32.6.7.3.1 Disposable Ear Plugs
32.6.7.3.2 Ear Muffs (various attenuated ranges)
32.6.7.4 Suitable training will be conducted on a regular basis in accordance with
statutory requirements.
32.6.7.5 The use of personal headphones with multimedia or personal music devices
shall be restricted to office and crib room areas and must not be worn in
operational areas where full awareness of the surrounding work area is
required.
32.6.8 Fall protection
32.6.8.1 Fall protection is required at any time, when:
32.6.8.2 There is a risk that personnel may fall and injure themselves;
32.6.8.2.1 Working outside of a handrail;
32.6.8.2.2 Working from any elevated work platform or man cage;
32.6.8.2.3 An employee feels that such protection is required; and
32.6.8.2.4 Undertaking a work task closer than 2.0m to an open edge.
32.6.8.2.5 All safety harnesses shall be full parachute type harnesses. Safety
belts shall not be used.
32.6.8.2.6 All safety harnesses, lanyards and attachment slings and devices shall
conform to applicable Approved Standards.
32.6.9 Eye/face protection
 32.6.9.1 Safety glasses with clear, or Day/Night and side shields complying with
Australian Standard 1337 (including prescription glasses) shall be worn at all
times when outside of office buildings, messes, amenity blocks or fully enclosed
cabins of plant, trucks and light vehicles.
32.6.9.2 Safety glasses with clear, Day/Night tinted lenses shall be worn when working in
all workshops, but excludes other processing plants (i.e. Concentrators, Crushing
and Screening Plants, or like facilities) where only clear glasses shall be worn.
32.6.9.3 Only clear glasses shall be worn at night.
32.6.9.4 If conducting maintenance work within Administration buildings, then only
safety glasses with clear or indoor/outdoor tinted lenses shall be worn.
32.6.9.5 Additional/alternative eye protection will be worn for tasks, which involve flying
particles or the potential for eye damage/injuries to occur. Double eye
protection shall be worn at all times when performing the following tasks.
32.7 WATER QUALITY
32.7.1 Water quality has been identified as a major risk to the operations.
32.7.2 Provisions shall be in place to provide sufficient quantities of potable water to all personnel.
32.7.3 This can be achieved by
32.7.3.1 A water purification system shall be installed and shall be able to provide
sufficient quantities of potable water to all personnel
32.7.3.2 Bottled water shall also be available on the site and shall be provided by an ISO
accredited supplier.
32.7.4 Regular testing of the water shall take place to ensure water security.
33 DESIGN STANDARDS
33.1 Design Standards shall be determined by qualified personnel. If suitably qualified personnel are not
available within the organization then suitably qualified contractors shall be used.
33.2 Specific design standards shall be set for, but not limited to the following
33.3 Amenities and Hygiene
33.3.1 A survey must be conducted of all workplaces to ascertain the requirement for workplace
amenities on the workplace amenities survey form.
33.3.2 Amenities must be provided as required by the International Labour Organisation and as
far as practicable, must be provided in sufficient number and be so located as to provide
easy access to employees.
33.3.3 Amenities must be designed and used so as to minimise the accumulation of contaminants.
33.3.4 All amenities must be maintained in a clean and hygienic condition.
33.3.5 Potable water must be provided within easy access of employees.
33.3.6 Employees must maintain personal hygiene.
33.3.7 Inspections of amenities must be conducted on a as part of the monthly inspections and
reported deficiencies be rectified.
 33.3.8 All personnel on site must be trained in the location of facilities and the need for hygiene at
the workplace.
33.4 TOILETS
33.4.1 Number of Toilets - The number of toilets required depends on the number of employees,
or users of the facilities, and the type of building. In assessing needs, also consider how
many visitors or members of the public might come to your workplace, however the
following ratios will be applicable to most workplaces:

33.4.1.1
33.5 REST ROOMS
33.5.1 Employees may need access to a rest area for a period of short-term respite while at work.
The need for rest may be due to illness, injury or fatigue.
33.5.2 Rest rooms may take a number of forms. If there is a first aid room, the rest area facilities
may be part of that room. Alternatively, a quiet office with a comfortable chair may serve
as a rest area. If it is not practicable to provide an appropriate rest area within the place of
work, then other arrangements may be adequate. This may include transporting the
employee to a nearby medical clinic, or home.
33.5.3 In general, a rest area should be:
33.5.3.1 Clean, hygienic and comfortable (e.g. comfortable seating );
33.5.3.2 Separated from the main working area (though not necessarily a separate
room);
33.5.3.3 Quiet and well ventilated;
33.5.3.4 Conveniently accessible to toilets and washing facilities.
33.6 SHELTER SHEDS
33.6.1 Outdoor workers, such as road maintenance workers and gardeners, should be provided
with reasonable access to shelter if weather conditions make work unsafe, for example,
high winds, lightning, rain or very hot weather.
33.6.2 In some situations where employees have a vehicle nearby, this may provide appropriate
short-term shelter. Where larger numbers of workers require shelter a shed or caravan
may be needed. Portable shade canopies may also provide shelter against the heat.
33.7 DINING AREAS
33.7.1 Employees need to be provided with hygienic facilities for eating their meals and for
preparing and storing food. In some workplaces, mixing working and eating areas can
create risks to health and safety. Substances or processes used in the workplace may have
the potential to contaminate food, posing a risk to employees.
33.7.2 In some situations, mixing working and eating areas may have the potential to spoil work
being done, or equipment being used, e.g. crumbs in sensitive equipment. In such
workplaces, employees need to be provided with appropriate facilities for eating during
 meal breaks. In many situations, an area within the workplace for making tea and coffee
and preparing and storing food might be all that is needed.
33.7.3 In all workplaces, appropriate systems for the removal of rubbish associated with eating
and dining areas should also be implemented.
33.7.4 The appropriate amenities for your workplace will be determined by examining the
assessment factors. A range of options could be considered appropriate:
33.7.5 For large permanent workplaces
33.7.5.1 A dedicated dining or eating area may be provided. The dining area should be
separated from the work area and protected from weather. It should provide
hot and cold running water; facilities for washing and storage of utensils; and
hygienic storage and heating of food. Adequate numbers of tables and seats
should be provided, as well as the appropriate crockery and cutlery.
33.7.6 For smaller permanent workplaces
33.7.6.1 Where dining facilities are not practicable, there should at least be access to a
separate area, which has a sink with running water, a clean storage cupboard, a
facility for boiling water and a refrigerator to avoid food spoilage. In workplaces
where work processes may contaminate food, no matter how small those
workplaces are, a separate dining room is required.
33.7.7 For temporary or remote workplaces
33.7.7.1 Where the work involves travelling between different workplaces, or is remote
or seasonal, employees need reasonable access to dining facilities. This may
involve organising rosters for mobile to ensure that they are back at their base
location for meal breaks. Alternatively, mobile workers may take their meal
breaks on route.
33.7.7.2 It may be determined appropriate for some temporary workplaces, to provide
portable dining facilities. Mobile caravans or transportable lunchrooms are
suitable.
33.7.7.3 Employees working in remote areas, such as loggers or mining exploration
workers, may face severe constraints in dining facilities. At times the only
enclosed facility available to them may be their vehicle. In this instance portable
food storage facilities may be required, such as a car fridge or insulated lunch
box.
33.7.8 Showering Facilities
33.7.8.1 Separate showering facilities should be provided for male and female
employees. Each shower area should have a lockable door, and non-slip
flooring.
33.7.8.2 There must be one shower for every 10 persons on the site.
33.7.9 Where workplace design standards are stipulated they must be included in the sites
inspection scheme.
33.8 BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
33.8.1 Building construction
 33.8.1.1 Every part of a building must be constructed and maintained in compliance with
the design specifications.
33.8.2 Buildings, structures and surrounds maintained
33.8.2.1 Buildings, premises (including those under construction, disused or abandoned)
must be maintained in a safe and healthy manner to achieve the required level
of performance, using materials that are not faulty or unsuitable for the
purpose for which they were intended.
33.8.3 Temporary closed or abandoned buildings
33.8.3.1 Temporarily closed or abandoned buildings and premises, their surroundings,
works and back yards must be securely protected where there is a danger of a
person being injured.
33.8.4 Damage
33.8.4.1 Whenever damage occurs to buildings a report must be made on the BAM
accident / incident Report form.
33.8.5 Audits and inspections
33.8.5.1 Scheduled audits and inspections of buildings and their surrounds, works and
back yards to identify damage and hazards must be conducted on a monthly
basis.
33.8.6 Housekeeping
33.8.6.1 All buildings, premises, works, floor areas and back yards must be maintained in
a clean and safe state of repair.
33.9 SIGNS, COLOUR CODING AND DEMARCATION
33.9.1 Standardized signs
33.9.1. All signs required by relevant Acts or Regulations must comply with Guinean
1 legislation.
All signs must be maintained free of obstruction and in a clean, visible and
33.9.1.
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legible condition. Faded or damaged signs must be reported and replaced.
33.9.2 Signag
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33.9.2. Signage alone as a control is ineffective unless supported by actions and
1 supervision. Standard signage that is to be displayed at the entry to all site
locations in a prominent position are as follows;
33.9.2. Safety and quality
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33.9.2. Site safety rules
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33.9.2. Accident / Injury performance status
4
33.9.2. Statutory signage such as requirements to wear certain items of personal
5 protective equipment
33.9.3 Survey
33.9.3. A survey of operations must be conducted to determine the site requirements
1 for signage, demarcation and colour coding.
 33.9.4 Information and training
33.9.4.1 A display board must be provided at project and plant entrances and locations
where specified, to inform employees and visitors of the symbolic signs, colours
for equipment and demarcation used and their descriptive meaning.
33.9.4.2 Employee induction training must include a description and meaning of each
warning sign, safety sign, pipe colour code and general colour code and
demarcation colours used.
33.9.4.3 A safety performance board must be erected detailing current safety
performance such as injuries statistics, date of last LTI and days worked free of
injury.
33.9.4.4 Safety posters must be placed on poster boards that are strategically located
and must be applicable to company operations and maintained in good order.
33.10 ERGONOMICS
33.10.1 Ergonomic surveys
33.10.1. Surveys must be carried out using the ergonomic survey form.
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33.10.1. Ergonomic surveys must be conducted annually. The surveys must include
2 assessment of:
33.10.1. Body posture: seating, comfort, condition, back rests, work station height,
3 reach, space etc.
33.10.1. accessibility to: valves, switches, sample points, control levers, stored items
4
33.10.1. movement: reach, repetitiveness, sustained position
5
33.10.1. equipment: access to and from, layout of controls, space, maintenance
6 requirements
33.10.1. Controls: size, readability, type, operations etc.
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33.10. Ergono surveys and assessments must include:
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33.10.2. the use of checklists
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33.10.2. recording of results
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33.10.2. recommendations
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33.10.2. corrective action plans
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33.10.2. follow up on the implemented corrective actions
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33.10. Ergono Inspections
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33.10.3. Ergonomic inspections must be conducted monthly (as part of planned
1
inspections) and will involve observing employees during normal working
activities.
33.10.4 Operator Comfort
33.10.4.1 All installations, plant, equipment and furniture must be designed, constructed
and maintained so as to be ergonomically acceptable.
33.10.4.2 Where relevant, specific needs of disabled persons must be met.
 33.10.4.3 Where practicable, ergonomically acceptable access and equipment must be
provided to all items of plant, equipment and storage.
33.10.4.4 Damaged furniture must be repaired, replaced or destroyed to prevent further
usage.
33.10.4.5 Where any work of an urgent nature requires abnormal posture, position or
action, such work must be supervised to ensure limited exposure of workers.
33.10.5 Follow-up Action / Surveys as Required
33.10.5.1 Corrective action plans must be prepared and implemented following
ergonomic surveys or for assessment follow up.
33.11 HOUSEKEEPING
33.11.1 Clean and Tidy Workplace
33.11.1.1 It is an overall requirement that all personnel on BAM operations maintain a
clean and tidy work area. This applies to all facilities, camps, offices, storage
areas and any workplace within BAM operations.
33.11.2 Floors and access ways
33.11.2.1 It is essential to provide and maintain clearly identified access ways and
adequate lighting and protection. In addition materials should be neatly stacked
and maintained. Floors should be regularly cleaned and kept clear and tidy.
33.11.3 Ventilation
33.11.3.1 Adequate ventilation should be provided and maintained, no work is to be
carried out without adequate ventilation
33.11.4 Clean up and rubbish removal
33.11.4.1 An adequate supply of rubbish containers shall be provided and placed in an
easily accessible location. Standards and responsibilities concerning clean ups
should be determined with contractors before any contractor commences work
on site. Each crew is responsible for removal and disposal of rubbish on their
shift.
33.11.5 Storage of materials
33.11.5.1 Sufficient and suitable storage should be provided for all materials, including
flammable liquids, solids and gases. Appropriate signs should be put in place. All
loose materials are to be secured to prevent accidental movement.
33.11.6 Emergency equipment
33.11.6.1 Ensure that extinguishers, hose reels, sprinklers, stretchers and first aid
equipment are kept in unobstructed areas and ready for use.
33.11.7 Site deliveries
33.11.7.1 Scheduling and planning of site deliveries should be done to allow safe stacking
and storage of materials. At all times access ways should not be obstructed.
33.11.8 Hazard identification
33.11.8.1 Develop and maintain onsite procedures for identifying and rectifying onsite
hazards. Risk Assessments are to be carried out on a continuous basis and
 identified hazards controlled. The Health and Safety Committee should be
involved in the identification and rectification of hazards that are beyond the
influence of individuals
33.11.9 Amenities and change rooms
33.11.9.1 Ensure amenities/change rooms are established in accordance with the
appropriate regulations. Amenities and change rooms should be cleaned and
maintained on a regular basis.
33.11.1 Dangero hazards and situations
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Many dangerous situations can arise on the job. Loose ground near
33.11.10 embankments. Slippery or rough ground underfoot, projecting nails, moving
.1 vehicles, chemical hazards, poor visibility and poor ventilation are all
examples.
33.11.1
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33. LIGHTI
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33.12.1 Design installation of lighting
and
33.12.1. Lighting systems, both natural and artificial, must be designed, installed and
1 maintained so as to effectively reveal the task and provide a safe and
comfortable visual environment.
33.12.1. All fittings must be designed for their operating conditions.
2
33.12.1. Intrinsically safe lighting must be used in areas where flammable or explosive
3 substances are stored.
33.12.1. To ensure adequate lighting between dusk and dawn, automatic control
4 systems must be used where fixed outdoor fittings are required to illuminate
work areas and thoroughfares.
33.12.1. Lighting contrasts that make areas of adequate illumination appear dim must
5 be avoided.
33.12.1. Natural light must be used where possible.
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33.12.1. Reflectors and diffusers must be used where appropriate.
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33.12.2 Lighting in the workplace must meet the levels prescribed as follows;
33.12.3 Prescribed Light Levels - Minimum lux level
33.12.3.1 Inside bathrooms 80
33.12.3.2 First Aid rooms 400
33.12.3.3 Inside kitchens 400
33.12.3.4 Inside lunch rooms 80
33.12.3.5 Outside in pit lunch areas 20
33.12.3.6 Muster area 160
33.12.3.7 Light vehicle ready lines 20
33.12.3.8 Heavy vehicle ready lines 20
33.12.3.9 Inside general offices 400
 33.12.3.10 Training rooms 400
33.12.3.11 Inside workshops/repairs 160
33.12.3.12 Outside workshops 20
33.12.3.13 General walkways 40
33.12.3.14 Bulk store shed 80
33.12.3.15 General stores area80
33.12.3.16 Car parking areas 10
33.12.3.17 Mobile fuel depot 80
33.12.3.18 Fixed fuel depot 80
33.12.3.19 Inside switch rooms 160
33.12 3.20 Indoor substations 160
33.12.3.21 Outdoor substations 20
33.12.4 Emergency Lighting
33.12.4.1 Emergency Evacuation Lighting and Exit signs must be installed in all buildings
and structures to allow for safe egress from the building or structure in the
advent of a power failure. This includes but is not limited to work areas,
passages, stairways and where there is a safety or security hazard.
33.12.5 Guarding
33.12.5.1 Light fittings must have protective guards if mounted less than four metres
above a work area and there is potential for the light fittings to be damaged
during work processes.
33.12.6 Lighting Surveys
33.12.6.1 An initial lighting survey must be conducted of existing work areas, including
mobile equipment using form BAM-HAS-FRM-10009.1 Light Survey. The initial
survey must consider both day and night lighting requirements.
33.12.6.2 A lighting survey must be conducted at any time a new workplace is
established.
33.12.6.3 Additional light surveys must be conducted on an annual basis, or whenever
alterations to the work area occur, such as extensions, renovations or
“tinting” of windows using form BAM-HAS-FRM-10009.2 Light intensity record.
33.12.6.4 Lighting levels must comply with the levels prescribed in appendix 1.
33.12.6.5 A record must be kept of all lighting surveys and findings, and action taken to
correct non-conformances.
33.12.6.6 Where required, Work Requests must be raised for correcting non-
conformances.
33.12.7 Areas With Poor Light Conditions
33.12.7.1 Portable lighting must be used for work performed in an area without sufficient
light.
 33.12.7.2 Areas made hazardous due to poor lighting must be reported and corrected.
33.12.7.3 Poorly lit work areas must be identified and rectified.
33.12.8 Windows and natural light
33.12.8.1 Where windows and other sources of natural light are use they must be kept
clean and free of obstructions.
33.12.8.2 Where glass is used as a safety screen, only toughened or laminated glass must
be used.
33.12.8.3 Large areas of glass that are difficult to perceive must be marked to make them
visible.
33.12.9 Inspection and Maintenance
33.12.9.1 The inspection and replacement of blown or damaged lights, light fittings,
windows and skylights must be included in routine maintenance.
33.12.9.2 The cleaning of reflectors, diffusers and globes must be an integral part of
housekeeping routine.
33.12.9.3 All lighting including emergency provisions must be checked and tested as part
of the Weekly Inspections.
33.12.9.4 Lights that are defective or fail to operate must be reported to the immediate
supervisor.
33.12.9.5 No more than 10% of the lights must be faulty at any time in a given area.
33.13 VENTILATION
33.13.1 Survey
33.13.1.1 A survey shall be conducted of BAM operations to determine ventilation
requirements.
33.13.1.2 Sufficient air of atmospheric quality shall be available in the workplace to
ensure the health and safety of employees.
33.13.1.3 No person shall enter or work in a workplace where the ventilation is
inadequate.
33.13.1.4 Ventilation systems, both natural and artificial, shall be designed, installed and
maintained so as to comply with relative legislative requirements, effectively
ventilate the task, provide a safe and comfortable workplace and prevent
contamination of the environment.
33.13.1.5 Motors shall be constructed to prevent corrosion and the risk of fire and
explosion if required in areas of exposure to corrosive or flammable fumes.
33.13.2 Areas Requiring Ventilation
33.13.2.1 Areas designated (by risk assessment) where welding and grinding operations
are performed.
33.13.2.2 Where flammable or toxic fumes are (determined by risk assessment) to be
generated. In the case of flammable fumes, fans and their connections shall be
flame proof. These fans shall be designated and checked under an approved
register.
 33.13.2.3 Vehicle maintenance pits shall be suitably ventilated.
33.13.2.4 When any new work is to be done on the mine or plant areas, a risk assessment
shall be conducted by a nominated team to determine the ventilation controls
to be used.
33.13.2.5 Where natural ventilation is inadequate, Air movers or fans shall be used to
remove pollutants and fumes.
33.14 ROADWAYS AND OTHER DESIGN STANDARDS
33.14.1 Haul Roads
33.14.1.1 All main haul roads will be constructed to ensure safe two-way traffic
operations can be maintained.
33.14.1.2 Main haul roads and ramps must be constructed to a minimum travelling
surface width of:
33.14.1.3 For dual access - three (3) times the width of the widest haul vehicle required
to regularly travel the road.
33.14.1.4 For single access - one and a half (1.5) times the width of the widest haul vehicle
required to regularly travel the road. Passing areas will be designated by the
Mine Manager where required on single access roads.
33.14.1.5 Where roads do not meet this standard, a Job Hazard Analysis shall be
performed and documented to ensure a safe operation is maintained eg.
Defined passing areas, one-way traffic, two-way communications.
33.14.1.6 Roads shall be constructed of competent material and where required for safe
operations it will be sheeted with a suitable surface layer.
33.14.1.7 Main haul roads should be graded to 10% (1 in 10) where practicable but must
not exceed 12% (1 in 8.5) unless authorised in writing by the Mine Manager.
33.14.1.8 Where access ramps are steeper than 10% then a Job Hazard Analysis shall be
performed, and suitable precautions or corrective actions put into place.
33.14.1.9 Cross grades will take into account OEM reference material. Where there is no
reverence available, 3% is an acceptable limit to provide for crowning and
drainage.
33.14.1.10 All bends or corners in haul roads are to be constructed to maintain the stability
of equipment regularly using the corner or bend. Maximum cross grades for
super elevation on high speed corners is 6%.
33.14.1.11 Where the difference in level between the haul road and the adjacent surface is
greater than 1 metre, the situation will be risk assessed, and applicable
construction measures will be taken.
33.14.1.12 The options are that:
33.14.1.13 A trafficable shoulder at no more than a 1:3 gradient; or
33.14.1.14 A windrow at least axle height of the largest truck using that road will be
constructed along this section of the haul road.
33.14.1.15 Where any haul road is constructed within 10 metres of a highwall or low wall, a
windrow is to be established. The minimum height for the windrow is to be half
 the wheel height of the largest haul vehicles required to regularly travel the
road. The shape and size should be consistent with preventing a breach by the
haul vehicles using the road.
33.14.1.16 Temporary haul roads may be established that do not meet main haul road
standards. Operators must ensure that they take the necessary precautions to
reduce speed and drive according to prevailing conditions on these temporary
roads.
33.14.1.17 Intersections will be designed to minimise interaction and maximise visibility
between vehicles.
33.14.1.18 All roads must be designed to self-drain to prevent water build-up on the
running surface.
33.14.1.19 Reflective markers will be provided along all main haul roads at a maximum of
250m intervals.
33.14.2 Roads General
33.14.2.1 Road maintenance, grading and watering, will be undertaken during mining
operations in accordance with the directions of the Open Cut Examiner.
33.14.2.2 Sight distances must be considered when designing mine roads; the following
speed and sight distances are to apply.
33.14.2.3 40kph – 50 meters sight
33.14.2.4 60kph – 80 meters sight
33.14.2.5 Where practical intersections should meet at 90 degrees to reduce the
likelihood of blind turning.
33.14.2.6 All road pavements shall be constructed of select materials and prepared in
such a manner that wherever practical an even non-slip surface is provided.
33.14.2.7 A mine official shall install at the following locations and as deemed necessary,
appropriate signs. These locations are:
33.14.2.8 Intersections
33.14.2.9 Locations where speed limits change
33.14.2.10 Major changes in the grade of roads
33.14.2.11 General road hazards
33.14.3 Access Ramps
33.14.3.1 Ore haul ramps at sites are essentially temporary haul roads and may be
constrained in design by the edge of remaining overburden and ore height. The
access ramp should be as wide and flat as possible.
33.14.3.2 If width, grade or visibility is compromised then operators hauling ore from the
pit and returning to the loader must communicate their intention to approach
the access ramp by 2 way radio.
33.14.4 Dumps or Stockpiles
33.14.4.1 All regular overburden dumps must be of sufficient area to allow the haul trucks
to turn in a forward direction.
 33.14.4.2 A windrow is to be established on the tipping edges of all dumps. The minimum
height for the windrow is to be half the wheel height of the haul vehicles using
that section of the dump.
33.14.4.3 The shape and size of a windrow should be consistent with preventing a breach
by the vehicles tipping.
33.14.4.4 Scraper dumps must be formed to minimise cross grades on the area that the
scraper unloads.
33.14.4.5 Ore stockpiling and loading will be done in accordance with the site Mine
Stockpile Operations Safety Management Plan and the directions of the Mine
Manager
33.14.4.6 All dump surfaces must be drained to prevent water build-up.
33.15 STACKING AND STORAGE
33.15.1 Use of materials handling equipment
33.15.1.1 Personnel shall be trained and competent to use materials handling equipment
for the purpose of storage and stacking.
33.15.2 Stacking and Storage Practice
33.15.2.1 Racks shall be designed and constructed to safely accommodate the load of the
material to be stacked.
33.15.2.2 All racks and elevated storage areas with a load exceeding 25kg shall be labelled
with the Safe Work Load (SWL).
33.15.2.3 Designated areas for storage and stacking shall be clearly marked according to
standard BAM-HAS-STD-10006 Signs, Colour Coding and Demarcation.
33.15.2.4 All materials and equipment shall be stacked in designated storage areas and
shall not obstruct access to safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, safety
showers) or access ways. No stacking is allowed in aisles, in front of doorways,
firefighting or first aid equipment, electrical switches.
33.15.2.5 Where ever possible heavier items shall be stored on lower levels of racks.
33.15.2.6 Heavy items that are transported by manual handling shall be stored at a level
that does not require the persons handling the equipment to bend over or
stretch upwards to lift or lower the equipment. The ergonomic design of the
racks shall be that such items are stored at a level that does not require bending
or stretching.
33.15.2.7 Round or unstable items shall be secured against movement.
33.15.2.8 Correct equipment shall be used when handling or packing/strapping materials,
e.g. ladders, trolley, lifting platform or forklift.
33.15.2.9 Storage and stacking of items in cupboards and on shelves shall be neat and
tidy.
33.15.2.10 Stacks are to be erected as per the formula. Maximum height = 3 x shortest
base measurement.
33.15.2.11 Stacking is allowed only on level floor surfaces, sufficiently strong to carry the
mass of the stack.
 33.15.2.12 Any stack found to be hazardous or unstable must be broken down immediately
and re-stacked under supervision.
33.15.2.13 Breaking down of stacks should always take place from the top.
33.15.2.14 All stacking of boxes, bags etc. must be properly bonded and interlocked to
ensure stability of the stack.
33.15.2.15 All steel plates and sections will be packed in racks according to the thickness /
type and grade of material.
33.15.3 Prohibited Stacking
33.15.3.1 Stacked items shall not obstruct lighting or ventilation.
33.15.3.2 Items shall not be stacked on top of cupboards in any area not designed for
storage unless stable and not at the risk of falling.
33.15.3.3 Hazardous storage or stacking situations will be corrected, and shall always be
reported to the immediate Supervisor.
33.15.4 Storage: Cupboards, shelves, open surfaces neat and tidy
33.15.4.1 Stacking / storage in racks and in cupboards must always be orderly, neat and
tidy.
33.15.4.2 No stacking is allowed on window sills or on top of cupboards.
33.15.4.3 Stacking of heavy articles above head height must be avoided when there are
no means of lifting equipment available.
33.15.4.4 When stacking circular items e.g. shafts, wheels, oil drums, pipes, conveyor
idlers and pulleys, etc. wedges / chocks must be used to secure the stack.
33.15.4.5 No paint (Aerosol or tinned) or any other flammable liquid may be stored in
unauthorised areas.
33.15.4.6 All gas cylinders must be stored in an upright position, and are individually
chained to prevent them from falling over.
33.15.5 Inspections
33.15.5.1 Inspection of all storage facilities shall be included as part of workplace area
inspections
34 SUPPLIERS, CONTRACTORS AND PARTNERS
34.1 CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT
34.2 It is recognized that contractor management is one of the highest risks on the site.
34.3 Most injuries and incidents that occur at a operating sites can be directly attributed to contractors
34.4 To control these risks BAM will introduce a Contractor Management Plan.
34.5 A contractor manager shall be appointed to each contract and shall be responsible for the overall
management of the contractors including their compliance with legislation, policies, procedures and
instructions with regards to occupational health and safety
34.6 A typical contractor management plan consists of but is not limited to the following;
34.6.1 Definition of contractors
 34.6.2 Contractor safety and environment standards
34.6.3 Contractor safety and environment guidelines
34.6.4 Pre-qualification, tendering and evaluation
34.6.5 Contractor administration and contract completion.
34.7 The above procedures and relevant procedures shall be made available to the contractors via intranet
or through site contacts e.g. Contract owner, H & S personnel.
34.8 The contract owner will be responsible for monitoring compliance, and where necessary to offer
advice and directives to align with BAM safety management system.
34.9 The contractor’s safety management plan will be subject to audit and review in line with BAM
requirements and forms part of the site continuous improvement policy.
34.10 Compliance
34.10.1 At BAM all suppliers, contractors, service providers and partners are required to comply
with the site’s safety and health management system that includes relevant statutory
requirements, H & S standards, procedures and fatal risk control standards. The contractor
will be allowed to work under their SHMS only after approval from the Health and Safety
Manager.
34.10.2 Verification of compliance will be required and systems are in place under the BAM
Contractor H & S Management to monitor and review their effectiveness. This includes
periodic auditing and inspections. Inspections and PTO’s are used to monitor
compliance.
34.10.3 Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) shall be established in line with BAM’s systems.
35 DOCUMENT CONTROL AND RECORD KEEPING
35.1 Document Control is a critical part of ensuring that BAM operations are always current and documents
are up-to-date and that all documents and records are available.
35.2 Also documents that become obsolete need to be monitored and removed from distribution.
35.3 To ensure all BAM procedures, documents, manuals and work instructions are controlled a Document
Control Procedure will be formalized to fully describe all BAM requirements in Document Control.
36 CHANGE MANAGEMENT
36.1 It is recognized that change will occur in the workplace. To identify formal areas of change and in order
to track the effect of these changes a documented change management process shall be in place
36.2 Change management shall be undertaken in accordance with the risk management processes and shall
be communicated to all affected areas of the operation.
37 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
37.1 BAM will have systems procedures, guidelines and standards, in place for operations and the
maintenance of plant and equipment. These systems will be established, implemented and maintained
to ensure that operations and maintenance activities are managed to bring the H & S risks and impacts
to as low as reasonably practicable.
37.2 Where a statutory requirement exists under the Guinean Mining Legislation procedures will be
developed in consultation with a cross section of the workforce (Refer Section 8 of this plan: Legal and
Other Requirements)
 37.3 Personnel operating or working on equipment shall be trained in the safe operation or maintenance of
the equipment
37.4 No person shall operate any equipment until they have been deemed competent and authorized by
the appropriate manager
37.5 The provision of safe equipment shall apply to all equipment on site including contractors
37.6 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
37.6.1 Standard operating procedures will be developed to cover all aspects of operations and
maintenance.
38 GUIDELINES
38.1 Guidelines will be developed to provide additional information to implement the SOPs or provide task
specific guidelines.
39 STANDARDS, PERMITS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
39.1 Engineering and design standards are covered under section 15 of this plan
39.2 Engineering Standards provide specialist information and guideline related to engineering and
maintenance area.
39.3 Permit to work systems are covered under section 11 of this plan
40 DEFECT MANAGEMENT
40.1 Personnel are required to conduct pre-start inspections of plant and equipment prior to operation. A
defect management system will be developed to ensure that any faults, damage or other issues are
promptly reported and rectified, or scheduled for repair or maintenance attention.
41 MAINTENANCE
41.1 Maintenance activities are managed under a maintenance contract and they are required to comply
with all BAM Health and Safety Management practices as part of their normal contract conditions.
41.2 A system of planned routine maintenance and document maintenance shall be in place throughout the
maintenance department. This includes plant, equipment, areas, infrastructure, stock and systems
scheduled for regular and random inspections.
41.3 Contractors are responsible for scheduling the regular inspection, testing, calibration and certification
as necessary. Where non-conformances are observed work orders including H & S requirements are
placed for closing out the non-conformances..
41.4 Scheduled H & S inspections are conducted by competent personnel as part of the BAM Safety
Management Plan.
42 DESIGN DATA & OPERATING LIMITS
42.1 Design data and operating limits are contained in equipment manuals and kept be the contractors.
These details are reviewed during introduction of equipment as part of risk assessment throughout the
life of the plant and equipment and forms part of the maintenance planning schedules.
42.2 Operating limits are supplied by the manufacturer of plant and equipment though various drawings,
communiqués, service manuals and instructions. These are maintained on file and available at the
individual contractors.
42.3 Some examples of these limits may include:
42.3.1 Forklifts
 42.3.2 Jacks
42.3.3 Lifting equipment
42.3.4 Mobile equipment.
42.4 A plant engineering standard shall be developed to reference all plant and equipment on site and
addresses all phases of plant from introduction, through the life of the equipment to decommissioning
and disposal.
42.5 Where operating limits require review, a change management system is applied as necessary.
43 NEW, MODIFIED AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT
43.1 All new and modified equipment is inspected and tested with regard to their technical integrity and H
& S considerations through the risk assessment process. This will include any equipment that is being
replaced. Scheduled inspections will be tracked and records maintained.. Where such modification or
change is necessary, including any proposals to modify operating or design limits change management
procedure is used
44 EQUIPMENT INTEGRITY, CALIBRATION AND CERTIFICATION
44.1 Where plant, equipment and instrumentation requires periodic calibration in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions or legislation, this equipment is scheduled for periodic inspection as
well as pre-use inspection and testing. Where certification is required, then this equipment shall not be
used if the certification date has expired.
44.2 Reporting systems shall be in place to ensure that the equipment is within its expected design
envelope and procedures are in place to ensure that non-calibrated or faulty equipment is removed
from service and reported as a non-conformance.
44.3 This shall include a number of standard work guidelines and engineering standards which include the
areas of:
44.3.1 Inspection
44.3.2 Testing;
44.3.3 Maintenance
44.3.4 Calibration; and
44.3.5 Certification
44.4 Other plant and equipment requiring integrity testing either by the manufacturer of the equipment or
in accordance with Approved Standards, H & S Management Standards or Fatal Risk Control Protocols
is tested in line with best industry practice. This may include but is not limited to:
44.4.1 Boilers
44.4.2 Pressure equipment;
44.4.3 Bulk storage vessels
44.4.4 Pipelines; or
44.4.5 Critical equipment.
44.5 Identification Of High Risk Activities, Situations And Critical Plant

44.5.1 BAM sites have identified high risk activities and situations through the risk management
process and include these in the Risk Register. Including but not limited to;
 44.5.1.1 Ladder Register;

44.5.1.2 Confined Spaces Register

44.5.1.3 Working at Heights Register;

44.5.1.4 Critical Equipment & Special Systems Register

44.5.1.5 Fire Equipment Register

44.5.1.6 First Aid Register

44.5.1.7 Hazardous Materials Register

44.5.1.8 Lifting Equipment Register

44.5.1.9 Jacks and Stands Register

45 CRITICAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES

45.1 BAM will develop procedures, standards and guidelines for safe operation, inspection, maintenance
and testing requirements. Where operational systems are critical Trigger Action Response Plans (TARP)
will be developed to monitor the deviation from operational systems.
45.2 Critical operational systems will be monitored through a control room.
46 PROTECTIVE SYSTEMS
46.1 Where prevention and monitoring fails, protective systems will be established as a contingency to
prevent escalation of hazard. Some of the protective systems established are:
46.1.1 Fire and evacuation alarm systems;
46.1.2 Fire-fighting equipment such as fire hose reels and extinguishers;
46.1.3 Water deluge systems;
46.1.4 Surface mobile equipment fire suppression systems;
46.1.5 Fire Hydrant, fittings and hoses;
46.1.6 Inspection and test records are maintained for the above.
47 SIMULTANEOUS OPERATIONS
47.1 Limited systems exist at BAM which involve simultaneous operations.
47.2 Where BAM operators are required to conduct tasks that may impact other operations, cross section
of employees from both sections shall be involved to assess the H & S hazards and to develop control
measures.
48 WORK SPECIFIC RISK CONTROLS
48.1 In addition to the controls outlined in section 11 of this plan (Fatal Risk Management) further
standards, procedures and work instructions shall be developed for all other routine operations on the
site, these include but are not limited to;
48.1.1 Access systems - Ladders, Stairs, Walkways and Scaffolding
48.1.2 Angle grinders
 48.1.3 Authority to work
48.1.4 Barricading
48.1.5 Camp Safety
48.1.6 Chainsaw Use
48.1.7 Clearing of Land
48.1.8 Construction activities
48.1.9 Drilling operations.
48.1.10 Earthworks
48.1.11 Firearms
48.1.12 Fuel tankers / trailers
48.1.13 Hand tools
48.1.14 Lightning
48.1.15 Lighting Plants and Generators
48.1.16 Pressure vessels, compressed air and gas Equipment
48.1.17 Manual handling
48.1.18 Office safety
48.1.19 Radiation in sunlight.
48.1.20 Radioactive equipment
48.1.21 Remote work
48.1.22 Security
48.1.23 Site access
48.1.24 Snake handling and removal
48.1.25 Water pumps
48.1.26 Welding and welding machines
48.1.27 Working in hot or cold environments.
48.1.28 Working on high pressure equipment.
48.2 The work specific risk controls shall be identified using the risk management process in consultation
with the workforce, qualified personnel, contractors and any other associated parties.
48.3 All personnel and contractors shall be trained in the work specific risk controls for their area of
operation
48.4 No person shall be authorized to undertake any task in which they have not been trained and deemed
competent including the relevant Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
49 INCIDENTS AND EMERGENCIES
49.1 Emergency Management
 49.1.1 While the Safety Management Plan and Systems will be proactive and be focused on the
prevention of all accidents it is recognized that accidents may occur.

49.1.2 For this reason a detailed emergency management process shall be in place. This process
shall identify the; who, what, when, where and how of emergency management and shall be
conveyed to all personnel in the workplace.

49.1.3 The emergency management plan must include detailed provisions for response to
emergencies both in a marine environment and emergencies that may occur due to BAM
operations in or around the host communities.

49.1.4 All personnel shall be trained in the emergency management processes during their induction
to the site.

49.1.5 Regular emergency “drills” shall be conducted so all personnel are fully conversant with
the emergency management plans

49.2 WITHDRAWAL CONDITIONS

49.2.1 According to the risk levels identified withdrawal conditions shall be determined. These are
indicators where an evacuation or the area or facility shall take place and all personnel
accounted for in a formal manner.

49.3 CRISIS MANAGEMENT

49.3.1 A formal crisis management procedure shall be put in place in order to control and prevent
where possible the escalation of certain incidents that may have a major effect on the
operation or community

49.3.2 Crisis management provisions shall be determined using the risk management process

49.3.3 Appropriate personnel shall be trained in the crisis management requirements

49.4 PRESCRIBED ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS

49.4.1 Any prescribed accidents and incidents shall be reported to government authorities according
to the requirements of the legislation

49.5 ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING

49.5.1 It is critical that the organization is able to fully investigate in an open and transparent
manner any incidents and accidents that may occur in order to identify any areas where
shortcomings have contributed to an accident or incident

49.5.2 To achieve this requirement a formal accident and incident reporting and investigation
process ICAM will be used.

49.5.3 All accidents and incidents will be required to be reported by all employees, contractors and
visitors

49.5.4 Appropriate personnel will be formally trained in up to date accident investigation processes.
 49.5.5 A risk assessment shall be part of all accident and incident investigations

49.5.6 Safety representatives shall be involved in all accident and incident investigations

49.5.7 Details of accident and incident investigation reports shall communicated to all employees

49.5.8 Revision of practices and procedures shall be undertaken according to the outcome of
accident and incident investigations

49.5.9 Accident investigation is fact finding not fault finding

50 MONITORING, AUDITING AND REVIEW

50.1 STATISTICS

50.1.1 Statistical monitoring shall take place and shall measure both “lag” and “lead”

50.1.2 Incentive schemes shall only be based on “Lead” indicators

50.1.3 Lead Indicators (before any event) including but not limited to;

50.1.3.1 Hazard identification per individual rate

50.1.3.2 Planned task observation rate

50.1.3.3 Workplace Task Audit Program Completion

50.1.3.4 Workplace Inspection Completion Rate

50.1.3.5 Standard Self-Assessment Score

50.1.3.6 Program Implementation

50.1.3.7 Program Completion against Plan

50.1.3.8 Routine Health Monitoring Program Completion Rate

50.1.3.9 Action Close-Out Rate

50.1.3.10 Audits completed against plan

50.1.3.11 Inspections completed against plan

50.1.4 Lag Indicators (after the event)

50.1.4.1 Lost time injury frequency rate

50.1.4.2 Medical treatment injury frequency rate

50.1.4.3 Combined lost time injury and medical treatment injury frequency rate

50.1.4.4 First aid injury frequency rate

 50.1.4.5 Total recordable injury frequency rate

50.1.4.6 Severity rate

50.1.4.7 Duration rate

50.2 REPORTING

50.2.1 To enable evaluation of the effectiveness of the Safety Management System, regular periodic
reporting is in place, and is required to be adhered to by the Managers. The information
contained in these reports [which includes that specifically detailed in Section 21 of this
document] will assist Management in evaluating safety performance, identify training needs
and determine /set a course of action to improve the safety system.

50.2.2 Types of reports shall include:-

50.2.2.1 Injury / Incident Reports (including Near Miss Incidents)

50.2.2.2 Accident Investigation Reports

50.2.2.3 Weekly First Aid Reports

50.2.2.4 Safety Reports:

50.2.2.5 Safety Committee Meeting Minutes

50.2.2.6 Toolbox Meeting Minutes

50.2.2.7 Safety Inspection Reports

50.2.2.8 Safety Audit Reports

50.2.2.9 Monthly Safety Data Reports.

50.3 It is absolutely necessary that all reports are completed with sufficient and correct information to
ensure all facts regarding events and outcomes are adequately recorded. Failure to do so may
jeopardize our position in the event of future investigations, claims, legal action, etc.

50.4 In order to maintain required levels of conformance with the requirement of the safety management
system a formal process of monitoring, auditing and how to address non-conformance with any
identified items shall be used.

50.5 INSPECTIONS

50.5.1 The site shall be divided into inspection areas and management personnel shall be directly
responsible for the implementation of, and compliance with legislative and corporate
environmental, health and safety requirements as they apply to their designated area.

50.5.2 Appropriate personnel shall be trained and certified to perform inspections and audits

50.5.3 A formal inspection scheme in consists of but is not limited to the following;
 50.5.3.1 Work area standards (determined in consultation with employees and other
stakeholders)

50.5.3.2 Mechanical inspection scheme (determined in consultation with qualified

mechanical engineer and employees)

50.5.3.3 Electrical inspection scheme (determined in consultation with qualified

electrical engineer and employees)

50.5.3.4 Production areas inspection scheme (determined in consultation with qualified

mining or civil engineer and employees)

50.5.3.5 Workshop inspection scheme (determined in consultation with employees and

other stakeholders)

50.5.3.6 Camp and Kitchen inspection scheme (determined in consultation with

employees and other stakeholders

50.6 AUDITING

50.6.1 Regular audits shall be performed on all areas of the operation.

50.6.2 These audits will be performed by both internal and external personnel

50.6.3 All non-conformances identified by audits shall be formulated into an action plan to address
the non-conformances in a timely manner according to the risks involved

50.6.4 Results of audits shall be communicated to the management and employees

50.7 REVIEW OF THE SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

50.7.1 As part of the continuous improvement model and as part of the entire system there is a
continuous review of the safety management system.

50.7.2 Further to this and in conjunction with the workforce a system review shall be undertaken on
a bi-annual basis to ascertain the suitability and effectiveness of the safety management
system.

50.8 MANAGEMENT REVIEW

50.8.1 The Management Team of BAM shall be responsible to participate in a management review
at least annually. This review shall cover at a minimum five key areas:

50.8.1.1 Legal and other requirements

50.8.1.2 Hazard identification and hazard/risk assessments

50.8.1.3 Examination of all existing Health and Safety management practices and
procedures

50.8.1.4 Evaluation of feedback from the investigation of previous incidents

 50.8.1.5 Review the incident statistics

50.8.2 The Management Team may also review the effectiveness of the communication,
involvement and feedback from employees to appreciate the comprehension, understanding
and information transfer process for all Safety Issues.

50.8.3 Copies of these reviews are maintained at the BAM Main Administration Facility and can be
made available on request.

51 DISCIPLINE

51.1 Action shall be taken against any person who has been noted as violating the health and safety
requirements as set out in the safety management system, Safety Guidelines, and legislation.

51.2 Wilful violation will result in the appropriate disciplinary action which may include removal from the
workplace and /or BAM employ. Any wilful action by any employee or other personnel at an BAM
workplace which presents an immediate danger to themselves or others will be removed
immediately from the workplace.

51.3 Any disciplinary action will only take place after an investigation has occurred and shall be in line with
the “Just Culture” process.

52 HEALTH AND SAFETY GOLDEN RULES

52.1 Health and Safety Rules apply equally to EVERY EMPLOYEE & CONTRACTOR under the direction of
BAM. Non-compliance with Health and Safety Rules may result in personnel being injured. Disregard
of health and safety rules is a breach of company policy and may lead to suspension or termination of
employment.

52.2 It is a Management and Supervisory function to monitor compliance with these rules.

52.3 REPORT ALL INJURIES AND HAZARDS immediately. Prompt treatment of even small injuries is
essential to prevent infection or other complications. Report all injuries to your Manager or
Supervisor. If you believe there is a hazard in your work area report it immediately BEFORE it results
in an injury.

52.4 ALCOHOL affects judgment. Working on operating sites, in workshops, or similar work places while
under the influence of alcohol is NOT PERMITTED.

52.5 DRUGS may create similar effects to that of alcohol. Working while under the influence of non-
prescribed narcotic drugs is NOT PERMITTED. Personnel who take prescribed medication should
notify their Manager or Supervisor and their area First Aider. The taking of medication under
prescription will not necessarily preclude a person from working.

52.6 HOUSEKEEPING. A tidy workplace generally means a safe workplace. Each employee is responsible
for the daily cleaning of their own work area and/or equipment. All unnecessary equipment and/or
materials and scrap are to be removed from the work place.

52.7 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT, where required, is issued to individuals for general use or as
needed for specific jobs. Each employee is responsible for the proper use, care and maintenance of
 their own personal protective equipment. Report any faults or damage to protective equipment to
your supervisor.

52.8 OBEY SAFETY SIGNS - These are put in place to make personnel aware of particular hazards.
Disobeying the message on a safety sign may expose you or others to that hazard, and possible injury.

52.9 ENSURE MACHINERY GUARDS ARE IN PLACE at all times. Guards are there to protect against hazards;
removal or wrongful adjustment may expose personnel to hazards. Only properly trained, and
authorized, personnel may adjust or remove guards.

52.10 HORSEPLAY in the work area can cause injuries and is NOT PERMITTED.

52.11 VISITORS to BAM workplaces are required to comply with Group safety policies, rules and procedures
at all times, including those related to the wearing of protective clothing and equipment. Visitors,
whilst at the workplace, must be either accompanied by an BAM representative, or have been
properly inducted into the workplace requirements.

52.12 SMOKING. BAM has a no smoking policy throughout the organization. To this end SMOKING IS NOT
PERMITTED in any office, lunch/crib room, store, container, ablution block, company vehicle, mobile
equipment or any enclosed area.

52.13 Management discourages its entire staff from smoking, but recognizes an individual's right to do so,
provided the health and safety of others is not compromised, and the work environment is not made
unhealthy or unsafe as a consequence.

53 HEALTH AND SAFETY BREACHES - WARNING PROCEDURE

53.1 Breaches of company Health and Safety Rules will result in the application of the following
disciplinary procedure:

1. First offence - Verbal warning and counselling (recorded).

2. Second offence - Written warning and verbal counselling (recorded)

3. Third offence DISMISSAL

Notwithstanding the above, an employee may be DISMISSED WITHOUT NOTICE for willful or
negligent conduct of a serious nature that impacts the health and safety of themselves and /or
others.

54 HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION

54.1 ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

54.2 The BAM corporate structure consists of the Board of Directors / Project Director, under which are
the distinct company structure of BAM as well as a combined Quality / Safety / Environmental
Management function. The Project Director has overall responsibility for all functions which are
essentially covered under the following key areas.

54.2.1 Marketing
 54.2.2 Commercial & Financial

54.2.3 Quality / Safety / Environmental

54.2.4 Projects

Refer to the Company Organization Chart – contained in HR procedures

55 HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT - RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY

55.1 INTRODUCTION

55.1.1 The BAM is bound by the OH&S Legislation of Guinea, and the policies and procedures as laid
out in the Health & Safety Management System and Plan.

55.1.2 Senior Management has ultimate responsibility for Health Safety and Welfare matters, which
includes the determination of policy and objectives. Group policies and programs are
administered by the corporate Health Safety Manager at a corporate level and by the
respective Project Manager and nominated Safety Officer for offices / workshops / sites with
respect to day to day operations at those facilities.

55.1.3 The following details the specific responsibilities of personnel with respect to safety
management.

55.2 PROJECT DIRECTOR

55.2.1 The Project Director reports to the Project Steering Committee.

55.2.2 The Project Director has the overall responsibility for safety management, compliance with
the legislation and fulfilment of the Duty of Care obligations under such legislation. He has
the responsibility and authority to determine and implement corporate policy governing the
operation of the organization.

55.2.3 The Project Director is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of all management
functions, and overall responsibility for the performance of BAM including marketing and
project execution activities. Safety performance is included within those responsibilities.

55.2.4 With respect to health and safety the Project Director has the responsibility and authority to:

55.2.4.1 Determine BAM policy on environmental, health and safety management.

55.2.4.2 Establish objectives for the group.

55.2.4.3 Review organizational relationships as they affect environmental, health and

safety management.

55.2.4.4 Monitor the BAM environmental, health & safety management system
continuously by management reviews to determine where improvements are
needed, and authorize the necessary corrective and preventive actions.
 55.2.4.5 The Project Director has the authority to approve, amend or reject any
management decision in line with approved corporate policy.

55.3 PROJECT MANAGER BAM

55.3.1 The Project Director has appointed the Project Manager for BAM whose responsibilities
include:

55.3.1.1 Overall performance of BAM

55.3.1.2 Coordination of all activities related to the management of contractors,

including the Health and Safety Management of contractors

55.3.1.3 Overseeing the execution of in country projects, including the activities of

various contractors, operations, workshops, camps and drilling activities

55.3.1.4 Ensuring (within the BAM) the implementation of and compliance with
legislative and corporate environmental, health and safety requirements.

55.3.1.5 Review of BAM environmental, health and safety performance.

55.3.1.6 Reporting on costs and progress /performance.

55.3.1.7 Evaluation and control of company resources, including personnel.

55.3.1.8 Development and implementation of an appropriate personnel development

(training) scheme.

55.3.1.9 With respect to safety management, the Operations Director assumes overall
responsibility for all matters related to environment, health and safety at the
BAM sites.

55.3.1.10 The Project Manager reports directly to the Project Director.

55.3.1.11 In the absence of the Project Manager the responsibilities of this position are
delegated to the Construction Managers.

55.4 CONTRACTOR MANAGERS (BAM) – A contractor manager is appointed to each contractor and is
usually the department manager in the area of the contract.

55.4.1 The Contractor Managers reports directly to the Operations Director BAM.

55.4.2 The responsibilities of the Contractor Managers, in relation to BAM contracts, include:

55.4.2.1 Supervision of all project management and engineering activities in relation to

contract execution.

55.4.2.2 Coordination of contractor management resources.

55.4.2.3 Reporting on contractor progress.

 55.4.2.4 Ensuring the implementation of, and compliance with legislative and corporate
environmental, health and safety requirements with respect to the contractors
for which they are responsible.

55.4.2.5 With respect to health and safety, the Contractor Managers have the
responsibility to ensure all personnel under his control carry out their duties in
compliance with the Health & Safety Management Plan.

55.4.2.6 During the absence of the Contractor Manager, the responsibilities of this
position may be delegated to another Manager as appropriate.

55.5 PROJECT MANAGER (DRA)

55.5.1 The Project Manager (DRA) reports directly to the Project Manager (BAM).

55.5.2 The responsibilities of the Project Manager (DRA) include:

55.5.2.1 Control of activities in relation to the operation of the site.

55.5.2.2 Review and control of resources at the facility.

55.5.2.3 Ensuring all facilities under his control implement, and comply with,
legislative and corporate environmental, health and safety requirements.

55.5.2.4 Review and control of the environmental, health and safety management at
those facilities.

55.5.2.5 The development and application of appropriate training schemes.

55.5.2.6 Performance reviews of all contractor personnel.

55.5.2.7 In the absence of the Project Manager (DRA) the responsibilities of this
position are delegated to their delegate.

55.6 MANAGER HEALTH AND SAFETY (BAM)

55.6.1 The Manager Health & Safety reports directly to the Project Director.

55.6.2 The responsibilities include:

55.6.2.1 To ensure that the BAM health & safety management system is of the highest
standard and complies with all relevant legislation.

55.6.2.2 Coordinating the implementation of the environmental, health & safety

management system in all areas of the BAM, including development of
procedures in conjunction with relevant department heads and other
responsible personnel.

55.6.2.3 Reviewing and updating of the Health & Safety Management Manual,
Procedures and other related documents, and ensuring compliance with
current respective legislation from the various Sites.
 55.6.2.4 Maintaining the effectiveness of health & safety management.

55.6.2.5 Supervising and assisting staff in the conduct of health & safety management
and control.

55.6.2.6 Keeping Senior Management advised of the direction and conduct of

environmental, health & safety management within the organization.

55.6.2.7 Ensuring the health & safety management system is in place, and properly
operating, for each project and /or operational workplace, ensuring the
system meets as a minimum the regulatory requirements for the workplace.

55.6.2.8 Monitoring / auditing of organizational relationships as they affect health &

safety management, and developing proposals for improvement.

55.6.2.9 Auditing of all parts of the organization for compliance with health & safety
requirements.

55.6.2.10 Taking appropriate action to implement recommendations of BAM internal

audits and external audits.

55.6.2.11 Verifying correction of non-conformances and the implementation of

corrective and preventive actions.

55.6.2.12 Provides feedback to all facilities of any accident, incident or near miss that
has occurred that may have potential to occur at any other location.

55.6.2.13 Keeps consolidated records and data on safety statistics for all areas of
operations.

55.6.2.14 Assesses the statistics from throughout the Group and reports to Management
of trends, problem areas, and solutions.

55.6.2.15 Ensuring all contractors and suppliers are aware of their obligations in respect
of the BAM’s, health & safety management requirements, and comply with
such requirements.

55.6.2.16 Training.

55.6.3 The Health & Safety Manager has the authority to make decisions on how the duties
described above are carried out and the methods of implementation.

55.6.4 In the absence of the Health & Safety Manager the responsibilities of this position may be
delegated to, or by, the Project Director.

55.7 EQUIPMENT MANAGER (BAM)

55.7.1 To effectively control and maintain all BAM equipment, Management has appointed an
Equipment Manager who reports to the Operations Manager (BAM).

55.7.2 The responsibilities of the Plant Supervisor include:

 55.7.2.1 Control of all plant and equipment.

55.7.2.2 Arrange relocation of plant and equipment as necessary to meet project

requirements.

55.7.2.3 Arrange all necessary inspections / tests / certifications.

55.7.2.4 Ensure all plant and equipment is maintained in a safe operating condition,
and complies with manufacturer’s specifications and statutory
requirements.

55.7.2.5 Overview all maintenance and repairs to plant and equipment.

55.7.2.6 Arrange purchase of new / replacement plant and equipment as directed and
approved by Management.

55.7.2.7 Ensure that all persons under their control are aware of their obligations in
respect of the BAM environmental, health & safety management
requirements, and comply with such requirements.

55.7.2.8 Keep all records in relation to plant and equipment certifications, repairs,
tests/inspections, maintenance, etc.

55.7.2.9 In the absence of the Equipment Manager the responsibilities of this position
may be delegated by the Operations Manager

55.8 CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS

55.8.1 Construction Managers report to the Project Manager (BAM).

55.8.2 The responsibilities of the Construction Manager includes:

55.8.2.1 Control of activities in relation to the performance of construction operations,

55.8.2.2 Review and control of resources at those facilities as relevant to the project.

55.8.2.3 Ensure the implementation of, and compliance with legislative and corporate
environmental, health and safety requirements as they apply to the project.

55.8.2.4 Review and control of the environment, health and safety at those facilities as
they influence the project.

55.8.2.5 Ensure all contractors supplying goods, services, etc for the project comply
with the respective legislated and corporate safety requirements - purchase
orders for services, are to contain the appropriate provisions.

55.8.2.6 In the absence of the Construction Manager the responsibilities of this position
are delegated respectively by the Project Director.

55.9 SUPERINTENDENTS

55.9.1 The Superintendent’s responsibilities include the following:

 55.9.1.1 Report to the Construction Manager and Senior Management on project
specific matters.

55.9.1.2 To ensure copies of current health and safety legislation, and corporate
requirements are held at the workplace and the requirements complied
with.

55.9.1.3 to ensure site works under their control comply with legislation and the
company's health and safety policy, and management system.

55.9.1.4 Monitor the Group's H&S program within their area of responsibility.

55.9.1.5 Ensure all contractors supplying goods, services, etc to the site comply with
the respective legislated and corporate safety requirements - purchase
orders for services, are to contain the appropriate provisions.

55.9.1.6 Review of standard operating procedures, JDA’s, hazard ID & risk

assessments as prepared by others for activities at their respective
workplace.

55.9.1.7 Act on advice regarding health and safety training requirements within their
area and implements programs.

55.9.1.8 Ensure a workplace specific emergency procedure has been prepared and
implemented.

55.9.1.9 Arrange for the preparation and submission of Injury / Incident Reports, and
execution of the necessary investigations into accidents.

55.9.1.10 Prepare periodic safety reports on individual projects or operations under

their control, and submit to the corporate H & Safety Manager.

55.9.1.11 Ensure that contractors employed on the site comply with legislative and
corporate health and safety requirements as a MINIMUM.

55.9.1.12 Ensure Safety Committee meetings, as required, are held.

55.9.1.13 Ensure job start and safety toolbox meetings are held, and safety inspections
carried out, regularly.

55.9.1.14 make suggestions for improvement to H&S policy and its implementation

55.9.1.15 In the absence of a Superintendent the responsibilities of this position may

be delegated by the Production Manager

55.10 SAFETY MANAGER (DRA)

55.10.1 The appointed Safety Manager will assist the Project Director, Construction Managers,
Superintendents and Supervisors in the following way:
 55.10.1.1 Act on authority of the Project Director as his Executive in matters of
occupational health and safety.

55.10.1.2 Have copies of, and be familiar with the requirements of the State safety
legislation for the workplace; and likewise the corporate safety requirements.

55.10.1.3 Report directly to the Project Director about day to day field activities relating
to matters of occupational health and safety.

55.10.1.4 Assume responsibility, answering to the Project Director, for the

implementation of OH&S policy and programs at that workplace.

55.10.1.5 Review of Standard Operating Procedures and hazard ID & risk assessments as
prepared by others, ensuring compliance with legislative and corporate
requirements.

55.10.1.6 Ensuring all plant, equipment, work practices, etc. at the site comply with
legislative and corporate safety requirements.

55.10.1.7 Control of unsafe plant, equipment and /or work areas.

55.10.1.8 In consultation with the corporate QA & Safety Manager prepare and
implement a local emergency procedure.

55.10.1.9 Preparation of Injury / Incident Reports, Monthly Safety Data Reports, etc. as
required by the QA & Safety Manager.

55.10.1.10 Acts as local workplace Rehabilitation Officer for injured personnel.

55.10.1.11 Report to the QA & Safety Manager on matters of Health and Safety policy and
implementation of the corporate system.

55.10.1.12 In the absence of the Safety Manager DRA the responsibilities of this position
may be delegated by the Project Manager DRA

55.11 SUPERVISORS

55.11.1 Supervisors are the front line managers in matters of H&S and provide a direct link with
Company Management and may also be responsible for supervising contractors.

55.11.2 All supervisors are to be conversant with the Group's health and safety Policy and
Procedures, with Occupational Health & Safety Acts and Regulations, Codes of Practice,
Corporate Safety Guidelines, and any other safety matters relevant to the work they are
supervising. .

55.11.3 As part of the daily duties a supervisor shall:

55.11.3.1 Ensure company employees in their crew conform with all Health and Safety
rules, regulations and procedures relevant to the work being carried out,
including the wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment.
 55.11.3.2 Ensure contractor employees working under their control conform with all
Health and Safety rules, regulations and procedures relevant to the work being
carried out, including the wearing of appropriate personal protective
equipment.

55.11.3.3 Preparation of Standard Operating Procedures, JDA’s and associated hazard

identification and risk assessments for functions within their responsibility.

55.11.3.4 Maintain housekeeping standards in the work area to an acceptable standard.

55.11.3.5 Communicate with the employees nominated Safety Representative on

matters of safety.

55.11.3.6 Conduct regular Toolbox Safety meetings with the work crew, including
subcontractor personnel working with the crew.

55.11.3.7 Act on instructions regarding health and safety matters as issued by the
persons responsible for the implementation of Group's H&S policies.

55.11.3.8 On health and safety matters, interact with the Safety Manager and/or
Government Safety Inspectors.

55.11.3.9 Respond to reports made by members of their crew regarding hazards or

potential hazards which may exist in the workplace.

55.11.3.10 Participate in investigations of accidents, and environmental, health and safety

incidents that may occur in the workplace.

55.11.3.11 Relay the results of those investigations to members of their workforce if

required.

55.11.3.12 Organize daily work task meetings.

55.11.3.13 In the absence of the Supervisor the responsibilities of this position may be
delegated by the Superintendent

55.12 EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE

55.12.1 An employee Health & Safety Representative is to be elected where required, or otherwise
requested, and in accordance with the respective legislation.

55.12.2 The responsibilities of that representative shall include the following:

55.12.2.1 Represents the employees in matters of Occupational Health and Safety.

55.12.2.2 Reporting any workplace hazard, or unsafe situation which becomes known to
him /her, which may result in a workplace hazard.

55.12.2.3 Communicates with both Management and Employees on any instructions or

decisions concerning OH&S matters, Standard Operating Procedures, Rules
and Regulations.
55.13 EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACTORS

55.13.1 All employees and contractors have a responsibility to work in a manner, which will not
endanger the Health or Safety of themselves or any other person.

55.13.2 Before any new employee/contractor commences work, he /she shall attend a workplace
induction.

55.13.3 While on the BAM site, an employee shall:

55.13.3.1 Report any workplace hazard, or any situation which may result in or
develop into a workplace hazard, to the Safety Representative or
Management immediately.

55.13.3.2 Report near miss incidents to their representative or supervisor.

55.13.3.3 Maintain in good order, and use or wear, appropriate personal protective
clothing or equipment issued by the company and immediately report any
defect, or damage, to that protective clothing or equipment to
Management or the Supervisor as appropriate.

55.13.3.4 Ensure their immediate work-space area is maintained to an acceptable

standard of housekeeping, on a daily, ongoing basis.

55.13.3.5 Work in accordance with laid down Standard Operating Procedures for the
type of work they are engaged in and the area in which they work and try
to anticipate hazards thereby avoiding a potential incident

55.13.3.6 Ensure they are conversant with the Standard Operating Procedures and
Material Handling Procedures for the work they are engaged in and the
area in which they work.

55.13.3.7 Participate in OH&S Training Programs.

55.13.3.8 Comply with all relevant Health and Safety Rules Regulations and
Procedures, including those related to the wearing of Personal Protective
Clothing and Equipment.

55.13.3.9 Act on instructions relating to OH&S when issued by their Manager,

Supervisor, Safety Manager, Superintendent, Safety Representative or
Government / Client Safety Inspector.
56 OBJECTIVE
56.1 The goal of BAM is to achieve ZERO HARM
57 TARGET
57.1 CRM Implementation – September 2017
57.2 Maintain the LTIFR at below 1.25
57.3 Action close out threshold of 14 days
57.4 Incident Severity.
57.4.1 0 level 3’s
57.4.2 < 5 Level 2’s
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58 Appendix 1 – Take 5 and JHA Risk Matrix

Risk Consequence Assessment

Criteria
High Consequence Medium Consequence Low Consequence High Medium Low
Likelihood Likelihood Likelihood
Classified Injury (LTI or Medical Treatment First Aid Treatment
restricted work case) 60% 30% 10%
Minor short-term Limited damage to area or
Moderate effects on
damage to low
environment
environment significance

Likeliho
od
Consequence High Medium Low Likelihood
Likelihood Likelihood
High Consequence High High Medium

Medium High Medium Low

Consequence
Low Consequence Medium Low Low

Using the table above estimate the risk (consequence and likelihood) on the dangers identified under each of the job steps and put in the final column.
If an item comes in at high risk a WRAC risk assessment must be completed prior and risks reduced to ALARP prior to the commencement of works.

Risk Score Actio Risk Priority

ns Score Ranking
High UNACCEPTABLE POTENTIAL RISK - Action : Immediately Stop & consult a safety advisor before commencing the works. Full RA required High 1

Medium MEDIUM POTENTIAL RISK - Action: Review the JDEA and look for further controls to reduce the risk. Seek the assistance of a safety advisor. Mediu 2
m
Low LOW POTENTIAL RISK - Action: Access and control as required according to the requirements of this JDEA. Low 3
f it’s not safe, don’t do it.” Page 88 of 91
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59 Appendix 2 – WRAC (formal Risk Assessment)
60 Appendix 3 – Material Risk Matrix

Impact
Seve Seve
rity Types rity
Lev Fact
el or
Health
Environment Commu Reputa Le Financial
and
nity tion ga
Safet
l
y
>50 Permanent Bankruptcy, closure,
Severe, widespread community health, safety or Crisis event or publication of highly confidential
fatalities. severe impact/s nationalization of operations.
security impacts (>1000 households) or human rights material information resulting in international ≥ US$75
Permanen to land, Hostile takeover, Withdrawal of
7 violations; complete destruction of >1000 houses or media, government, regulator, NGO campaigning million 1000
t biodiversity, funds by shareholders.
community infrastructure; complete irreversible and employee condemnation of the company (>6
impairme ecosystem Shareholder discontent leading
desecration of multiple structures/objects/places of months). Long term damage to company
nt services, water to the removal of
global significance. reputation.
>30% of resources or air. Chairman/CEO/Board.
body to
more than
500 persons.
>20 Severe impact/s Extensive community health, safety or security Crisis event or publication of confidential material Lack of valid operating title,
fatalities. (>20years) to impacts (>200 households) or human rights information resulting in international media, forced closure of an operation, ≥ US$10
Permanen land, violations; extended serious disruption to people’s government, regulator, NGO campaigning and competition , anti-corruption million to
6 <US$75 300
t biodiversity, lives (>1000 households); extensive damage to employee condemnation of the company (< 6 international trade law or tax
impairme ecosystem >1000 houses or community infrastructure or months). Ongoing condemnation results in breach; Major personal injury million
nt services, water structures/ objects/places of global cultural damage of the reputation of the company. class actions..
>30% of resources or air. significance.
body to
more than
100 persons.
2-20 Serious or Serious national and international negative media
Serious community health, safety or security impacts ≥
fatalities. extensive attention. General public and NGO adverse Prosecutions for criminal
(>50 households) or human rights violations; extended US$2.5milli
Permanent impact/s (<20 reaction with interest from regulators (< 3 breaches resulting in jail terms
5 disruption to people’s lives (>200 households), on to 100
impairmen years) to land, months). Structured campaigning from employees, for employees or agents or
extensive damage to >200 houses or structures/ <US$10
t biodiversity, NGOs or communities having a major impact on defendant to major civil
objects/places of national cultural significance. million
>30% of body ecosystem the Business / Asset reputation. litigation.
more than services, water
10 resources or air.
persons.
Single Major impact/s Serious community health, safety or security impacts
Adverse national media attention. General public
fatality. (<5 years) to (<50 households). Multiple allegations of human rights ≥
and NGO adverse reaction with interest from
Permanen land, violations; extended disruption to people’s lives US$500,000
4 regulators with no material outcome. Structured Significant civil litigation. 30
t biodiversity, (>50 households); extensive damage to >50 houses; to
campaigning from employees, NGOs or
impairmen ecosystem moderate irreversible damage to structures/ <US$2.5millio
communities having a major impact on the
t services, water objects/places of national cultural significance. n
Business / Asset reputation.
>30% of resources or air.
 body to one
or more
persons.
Perman
ent Moderate Moderate community health, safety or security impacts
Impairm impact/s (<1 (<50 households). Single allegation of human rights ≥
Attention from regional media and/or heightened
ent year) to land, violations; moderate disruption to people’s lives Breach of regulation. Lack of US$100,000
3 concern by local community. Criticism by 10
<30% of biodiversity, (<50 households); extensive damage to <50 houses; valid exploration title. to
community, NGOs or activists. Asset reputation
body to one ecosystem moderate reversible damage to structures/objects/ < US$500,000
adversely affected.
or more services, water places of national cultural significance.
persons. resources or air.
Restricted or
lost days due
to injury or
illness.
 Impact
Seve Seve
rity
Types rity
Lev Fact
el or
Health
Environment Commu Reputa Legal Financial
and
nity tion
Safet
y
Objective Minor impact/s
Minor community health, safety or security impacts
but (<3 months) to Adverse local public or media attention and
(<10 households) or human rights infringements; ≥US$10,000
reversible land, complaints. Heightened scrutiny from regulator. Minor legal issues and
2 inconvenience to livelihoods <6 months; moderate 3
impairment. biodiversity, Asset reputation is adversely affected with a small noncompliance with to
damage to <50 houses or community infrastructure;
Medical ecosystem number of people. commitments. <US$100,000
minor, reversible damage to structures/ objects/places
treatment services, water
of regional cultural significance.
injury or resources or air.
illness.
Low-level
Low-level Single low level community health, safety or security
short term
impact/s to land, impact; low-level inconvenience <2 weeks; minor, <U$10,000
subjective Public concern restricted to local complaints.
1 biodiversity, reversible, low-level disturbance or minor damage to a Low-level legal 1
symptoms Low- level interest from local media and/or
ecosystem single house or structure/object/place of regional issue.
or regulator.
services, water cultural significance.
inconvenien
resources or air.
ce. No
medical
treatment.

Likelihood Table
Operatio
Uncertai
nty
ns
Descrip Based on professional and industry experience and expected
tion future conditions, the risk event:
Almost Could be incurred more than once in a year.
certain
Likely Could be incurred over a 1 - 2-year budget period.
Possible Could be incurred within a 5-year strategic planning period.
Unlikely Could be incurred within a 5 - 20-year time frame.
Rare Could be incurred in a 20 - 50-year timeframe.
 For a system failure: This consequence has not happened in the
industry in the last 50 years.
Very rare
For a natural hazard: The predicted return period for a risk of this
strength/ magnitude is one in 100 years or longer.