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ATTACHMENT “E”
HSE AND FIRE PREVENTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ARTICLE PAGE
DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
To manage and carry out all activities associated with the project until completion of the following main
objectives:
2.0 RESPONSIBILITIES
Contractor Project General Manager has overall and ultimate responsibility for all matters relating to
Health, Safety and Environment. He will be responsible for full compliance with the contract
requirements with regard to the Health, Safety and Environment by their respective companies. He
shall ensure that HSE & fire prevention management plan & annual safety action plan are in place
and are monitored and reviewed for effectiveness. He shall ensure compliance with Clause # 22 of
MARAFIQ safety manual. He shall provide status of HSE performance every month to MARAFIQ
Safety section through MARAFIQ coordinating department, and provide HSE officer for managing
and advising safety on site and coordinating with MARAFIQ Safety section. Number of safety officers
and / or safety manager required shall depend on the nature of contract work, risks and number of
employees and shall be appointed by the contractor in consultation with MARAFIQ Projects
Department and MARAFIQ Safety section and shall be specified in Safety Plan.
Directly responsible for cascading and implementing MARAFIQ safety policy / procedures
requirements and ensuring strict adherence and compliance by contractor personnel under his
control.
To ensure certain level of competency & knowledge, the contractor HSE Officer(s) shall be
interviewed, evaluated & approved by MARAFIQ Industrial Security Department – Safety section,
and feedback to MARAFIQ sponsoring department manager.
To co-ordinate and monitor implementation of the requirements of MARAFIQ HSE manual and
arrange continuous and formal daily safety monitoring to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
Prepare regular toolbox safety letters & monitor the appropriate cascading of safety
information along with site supervisors and managers.
To liaise with and support area engineers/supervisors to promote safety awareness in their
area of control.
To detect, identify, analyze, control and eliminate recognized hazardous acts, condition,
behavior and violation.
To investigate and report immediately in writing all accidents, unsafe acts/conditions and near-
misses which occurred at work site. The report shall be submitted to contractor Project
General Manager, MARAFIQ sponsoring department manager & Safety section.
To prepare & review risk assessments & monitor effective implementation.
To monitor correct use of safety barriers, both solid (e.g., covering holes/open handrail) and
soft (e.g., isolating areas with tape), including timely removal.
To co-ordinate with MARAFIQ safety representatives and set the safety inspection schedule as
required, and report / correct findings immediately.
To audit and record “on-the-job” and toolbox talks by supervisors.
Contractor’s field supervisors are responsible for ensuring effective implementation of Safety
& Fire Prevention Management Plan in all areas under their direct control.
Field supervisor’s reports shall include inspections, tool-box meeting and near-misses. These
reports should be given to the contractor HSE Officer(s) immediately.
Are responsible for implementing HSE rules, regulations and work site procedures during all
phases of work at MARAFIQ site.
To anticipate HSE problems in their work areas and take the necessary actions.
To report any incident/accident, unsafe acts/conditions and near misses to their HSE Officer.
To ensure work places are kept clean during and at the end of the work.
To inspect and report any defect for any equipment and take the necessary action.
To ensure that employees have received adequate information or instruction to carry out their
work safe and as required.
To Inform the working crew of the requirements of the Permit to Work Certificates & Risk
Assessments.
To correct unsafe acts/conditions raised by observers.
Each employee is responsible to comply with MARAFIQ safety rules, regulations and to follow
his supervisor/foreman’s instructions.
To immediately report any hazardous situation and accident to his supervisor/foreman.
To keep his workplace clean and tidy.
All employees shall make every endeavor to ensure that working conditions are maintained in
a healthy, safe and environmentally acceptable standard.
All employees will act responsibly and take all necessary precautions to protect themselves and
their fellow workers and other persons who may be affected by their activities from injury, and
prevent illness.
3.0 PROCEDURES
Following are the general requirements. Contractor shall fully comply with MARAFIQ safety manual
requirements, Permit to Work & isolation procedures and risk assessment.
Risk assessments for high risk activities shall be carried out before start of work.
Where jobs are identified as high risk, a written risk assessment must be prepared & reviewed
by the contractor and should be verified by MARAFIQ coordinating department & Safety
section and approved by Operations department/area owner.
Team supervisors shall cascade all risk control measures stipulated in the written risk
assessment to their subordinates and apply on site.
Work shall be carried out in compliance with the MARAFIQ PTW procedure (SP-014). It is a
requirement that all permit issuers/receivers have completed the MARAFIQ PTW safety course
successfully and passed the written and oral test.
3.3 EMERGENCY
On hearing the emergency fire or gas alarm in the area of work, the following steps must be
carried out by all personnel:
Dial 341-9911 for Jubail and 396-6333 for Yanbu – and inform help desk of the emergency
Stop the assigned job, turn off the equipment and proceed to Emergency Assembly area, if safe
to do so.
Walk across wind direction to the designated Emergency Assembly area in case of a gas alarm.
If you are driving a vehicle, stop, stop engine, and vacate the vehicle (leaving the key in the
ignition if the vehicle is parked at undesignated parking area) and walk towards the assembly
area.
Do not return to work until emergency is declared over by notification from immediate
supervisor.
Safety helmet, safety shoes, long sleeve shirt/coverall and eye protection are mandatory.
Ear defenders (plugs or muffs) must be worn in areas where hazardous noise level exists.
Respiratory protection must be worn where possibilities of dust, fumes or toxic gases exist.
Full body harnesses must be used when working at high elevations.
Work permit & risk assessment will define any additional PPE according to the nature of work
and area involved.
3.5 VEHICLES/EQUIPMENT
Ensure that all cylinders are labeled with the correct contents.
Oil and grease must never be used on the movable parts of oxygen cylinders.
Gas cylinders shall never be vented into the atmosphere.
Store cylinders in upright position and secure them in the shade.
Place valve cap on cylinders when not in use.
Store gas cylinders containing flammable/combustible gases away from those containing
oxygen or highly reactive materials as per standards.
Store empty cylinders separately, clearly marked empty.
Always use cylinder carrier/trolley when moving cylinders. The cylinders must be capped and
secured inside carrier before transport.
Protect cylinders from heat, chemicals, flammable liquids or fumes, or corrosive materials.
Care shall be taken during handling of cylinders.
Never lift a cylinder by its protective safety cap.
3.7 WELDING/CUTTING
All items which are placed in tool containers shall be properly stored to avoid accidents.
Inspect and ensure that tools are in good condition before use.
All electrical tools and equipment must be properly maintained in good working condition.
Always carry tools in bags/boxes when ascending or descending ladders.
Ensure cable plug sockets and/or connectors are in good condition before use.
Do not try to repair tools if not authorized.
Equipment power switch must be in off position before plugging into power source.
Before using any electric tool, make sure that you are using the correct power supply.
Never stand on wet surface when using electrical equipment.
Keep electrical equipment dry and clean.
Disconnect power from equipment when it is not in use.
Electric power tools should be regularly inspected and maintained by competent electrician.
Electrical equipment that are to be used in the wet area should be compatible and intrinsically
safe.
3.9 LADDERS
No one is allowed to enter a confined space, unless Permit to Work certificates are issued and
all safety requirements mentioned in the Permit to Work have been met.
Only appointed workers are allowed to enter confined space.
Ensure all personnel protective equipment are inspected and in good working condition.
Ensure the standby attendant is fully aware of his responsibilities.
Ensure that Permit to Work certificate is valid and displayed at job location.
If work is stopped for any reason and the confined space is vacated, “NO ENTRY” sign must be
displayed on the entrance of the confined space, i.e., column, vessel, tank, etc.
Standby attendant should be trained and certified by MARAFIQ.
Gas cylinders are not allowed inside the confined space.
For welding activities inside the confined space, local or forced-air ventilation should be used.
All lifting equipment (cranes, forklifts, chains, man-basket, lifting belts, tackles, etc.) must be
inspected prior to use and are in compliance with all regulations and guidelines and certified by
a third party.
Make sure that the safe working load is indicated clearly on the lifting equipment. Do not
exceed the maximum lifting capacity of the equipment.
Use the right lifting equipment for the job.
A guide rope (tag line) must be used to control objects while lifting.
Working/lifting area should be barricaded.
Supervisor, lifting operator and rigger is aware of the scope.
Lifting operators should be certified by 3rd party Inspectorate recognized by Saudi
Government and copies of certificates should be submitted to MARAFIQ Safety section prior to
bringing them on site as per MARAFIQ safety manual.
Permit to Work certificate must be obtained prior to start of the job.
3.12 SCAFFOLDING
3.14 HOUSEKEEPING
High standards of housekeeping should be maintained during & after completion of the work.
Site (both ground floor & elevated platforms/levels) must be kept clean and in a tidy condition,
with cables and hoses coiled up and stored in a safe place.
Waste material should be collected and removed from the work area and placed in waste
drums or trash skips on a regular basis to arrange required level of housekeeping.
Housekeeping inspection shall be carried out on regular basis.
Wastes shall be dropped in the designated bins.
Waste bins shall be emptied regularly to avoid overfilling.
The hand tools should be tied with a cord and attached to the belt of the technician.
Bins or bags should be provided for storage of nuts, bolts and other small items.
A sheet should be laid to cover all gaps and openings, if working above on a platform having
grating on it.
Tools. materials, etc., should not be thrown from the heights but shall be brought down by a
rope, bucket or crane.
The area should be cordoned off and no one should be allowed to cross under during lifting.
Ropes/slings should be inspected each time before use.
Suitable arrangement shall be made for the people above and below elevations, in one
location.
The contractor shall ensure and maintain compliance with Ministerial Decision 404 and Saudi
Arabian Labor Regulation Article 134 regarding work site requirements from the Minister of
Health
All eating and sanitation facilities (either shared or contractor-controlled) shall be maintained
in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.
Food shall not be consumed in any area “onsite” that is not designated as an approved eating
area.
Contractor shall provide clean, potable cooled drinking water in sufficient quantity for its
employees in a safe and hygienic manner at all sites.
Contractor shall coordinate with project owner for allotment of laydown area(s) prior to
mobilization to site.
Contractor shall prepare clear layout sketch of laydown area and get approved by coordinating
department’s responsible engineer prior to commencement of the contract work.
Layout should indicate clearly contract work area, boundary fence, lighting, access points,
internal routes and laydown area for offices, temporary workshops, parking, storage,
warehouse, toilets, first aid clinic, etc.
Consideration for drainage & protection from rain ad sand storms shall be made.
All required welfare facilities, rest, eating, praying area, shelters, etc., should be provided on
site and should be maintained in tidy, clean and good hygienic condition.
An assembly point shall be established in each laydown area for emergency purposes.
MARAFIQ safety rules and regulations will always supersede contractor’s disciplinary guidelines.
At MARAFIQ’s discretion, employees may be removed from the project when committing unsafe
acts, depending on the extent and severity of the violation.
The employees committing HSE violation will be dealt with in accordance with the respective
company’s rules and regulations.
4.0 TRAINING
All persons working on MARAFIQ facilities shall have completed the MARAFIQ safety induction
course and have passed the competency test.
It is a requirement that all supervisors who are required to receive Permit to Work Certificate
(PTWC) for performing intended contract works in MARAFIQ areas must have successfully
completed the MARAFIQ PTW course; passed the written and oral test and possess authorization
card issued by MARAFIQ PTW authorization committee as Authorized Permit Receiver (APR).
All personnel utilizing breathing apparatus for activities at MARAFIQ must be trained and certified.
Certifications will vary depending upon the type and/or manufacturer of the equipment.
Each supervisor will endorse and accept the responsibility to comply with the requirements of
MARAFIQ safety manual.
Trained personnel will assume the role of standby attendant for activities involving confined
space entry. The only approved training course is offered by MARAFIQ Loss Prevention (Loss
Prevention (LP))/Safety section. Candidates who have successfully completed the course will
be authorized to carry out standby attendant activities. Authorization card will be arranged for
successful individual, which is valid for three (3) years.
Record will be maintained by MARAFIQ Loss Prevention (LP)/Safety section in case a check is
carried out by MARAFIQ.
The following safety training courses will be conducted by MARAFIQ Loss Prevention (LP)/Safety
section. Prior coordination shall take place by contractor safety representatives.
Safety Induction
Permit to Work
Standby Attendant for Confined Space
Safety Procedures Awareness
Authorized Gas Testers
The following tools of communication will be used at site and shall be kept as a record:
Tool box talk will be conducted weekly by supervisors prior to the start of work. These will be
audited by MARAFIQ Safety section. The toolbox talk will include, and not limited to, the monthly
Team talks will be conducted by supervisors prior to starting each task. These will be audited
by MARAFIQ Safety section.
There will be a short discussion with the team about the tasks to be carried out and should
include the following:
Details of the task and hazards that may arise.
Details of risk assessment where applicable.
Permit conditions.
Work methodology.
Personal protective equipment requirements.
Equipment and tools shall be used.
Feedback from the working crew about the method of work.
Feedback from any safety learning points.
HSE letters will be circulated to all employees reporting/highlighting any health or safety topic
for educational purposes. The HSE letter will be issued by the contractor Safety Officer on
weekly basis.
HSE posters will be designed, produced by the contractor & displayed regularly around the work
site in an attempt to increase safety awareness.
All employees are encouraged to make HSE suggestions. A form should be made available for
this purpose.
HSE incentive programs should be designed & organized by the contractor to reward the
employees/departments who contribute in the HSE suggestions and/or comply with safety
requirements. Details of the HSE suggestion and incentive programs will be distributed to all
employees prior to the start of the program.
Near-miss Incident: it is an incident that could have caused property damage or personal
injury. Near- miss incidents, when not corrected, will contribute to accidents.
All near-miss and/or injuries must be reported immediately to the first line supervisor/foreman
and contractor HSE Officer. The MARAFIQ accident/incident report form is shall be completed
within 24 hours.
All line supervisors shall be involved in health, safety and environment site inspections. The
inspections will be in line with MARAFIQ site inspections procedure & forms.
The contractor HSE Officers will jointly develop a schedule and provide copy of the forms for
the monitoring, to all concerned line managements. They will also co-ordinate the actions
arising from the returned forms.
HSE Officer will utilize learning’s from these inspections for safety letters & posters.
Contractor’s HSE Officer shall conduct HSE inspections on a daily basis, report findings & follow
up the implementation of corrective actions.