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Project Safety Plan
Project Name: Jeddah Storm water (Al Salam pump station)
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction....................................................................................................................4
2. Scope of Work...............................................................................................................5
3. Organization Chart, Role and Responsibilities........................................................ 05-06
4. Abuljadayel Safety Policy Statement Signed by the company GM..............................07
5. General health and safety.........................................................................................08-09
6. Emergencies Contact List............................................................................................09
7. General safety rules for all employees...................................................................09
8. Health, safety & environment Meetings, Auditing and training Matrix................10-13
9. Site Safety Inspection Report.................................................................................15-16
10. HSE Statistics Reports.................................................................................................16
11. Hazard Identifications and Risk Assessment.............................................................
a) Heavy Lifting Operation............................................................................17-20
b) Working at Height.....................................................................................21-23
c) Welding & Cutting Operation....................................................................24-26
d) Confined Space Operation.........................................................................27-30
e) Scaffolding Operation................................................................................31-35
f) Excavation Operation.................................................................................36-39
g) High Voltage Electrical Operation.............................................................40-46
h) Permit to work Checklists...........................................................................46-65
i) Thrust Boring Risk Assessment…………………………………………..66-75
12. Fire Prevention.......................................................................................................
13. Personal protective equipment...............................................................................76-77
14. Accident and Incident Investigation Procedure.....................................................78-84
15. Working at Night...................................................................................................84-85
16. Summer Working Plan................................................................................................86
17. Waste Management.....................................................................................................87
18. Site safety signs......................................................................................................88-89
19. Coordination with Local Authorities...........................................................................89
20. Traffic Plan.............................................................................................................90-94
21. Evacuation Plan......................................................................................................95-100
22. HSE Communications............................................................................................101-104
23. Health & Hygiene...................................................................................................105-107
24. Welfare Facilaties………………………………………………………………...108-109
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Introduction
Abuljadayel Co. recognizes the importance of planning safety and taking the proactive approach in
the project at the earliest possible stage of which injuries and ill health arising from the construction
activities is to be avoided. To this end, the following Safety Plan has been prepared according to the
project safety requirements, control and coordinate the work in order to secure the health, safety
and welfare of all personnel engaged on the project and others who may be affected by the
construction operation.
For this Safety to be effective Abuljadayel management emphasizes on the high importance that all
Abuljadayel engineers, supervisors, workers, and subcontractors be trained on the safety standards,
and be familiar with the relevant requirements of the plan and have to abide by the safety policy
and plan.
All supervisors must routinely accept complete responsibility for prevention of accidents and for the
safety of all work which is under their direction.
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Any company or individual refusing to correct observed safety violations will be banned from the
site, at least , until such violations are corrected. They will also be held entirely responsible for all
the resulting after effects.
There is no magic to safety. With proper attention, awareness, and co-operation of everyone, we will
achieve an accident-free job and the pride that goes with it.
2. SCOPE OF WORK
3. ORGANIZATION CHART
- Project Manager: Eng, Fehmi AL Jandali
Eng. Fehmi Al Jandali, the Project Manager is ultimately responsible for the entire safety and
loss control effort during the project. All reporting will be to the Project Manager, who will:
a. Administer all programs.
b. Disseminate all safety information.
c. Monitor compliance.
d. Evaluate potential violations.
e. Determine need and level of corrective actions.
f. Implement corrections and monitor results.
g. Ensure that all reporting is timely, accurate, and complete.
h. Report to the Resident Engineer on a regular basis on health and safety matters and follow
his instructions in this regard.
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THE PROJECT ENGINEER
The Project Engineer is responsible for providing all administrative support to the safety
effort. This includes providing for and following up all activities relating to notices,
communications, investigations and reports.
The Project Engineer may be assigned the position of Safety Officer. In that capacity, the
specific responsibilities will be determined by the Project Manager, as coordinated with those
of the Site Supervisors.
The Safety Engineer will develop policies to ensure safety of an environment, its customers
and employees. They inspect equipment, environments and buildings to identify areas that can
potentially cause health and safety hazards. The Safety engineer along with the officers to stay
abreast of new laws and regulations regarding health and safety, and make the appropriate
changes for their employer. He also investigate accidents and injuries, then recommend
improvements to
Safety policies and programs.
Recognized all jobs unit’s hazards.
Emergency safety procedure.
Giving tool box talk regarding any work.
Safe procedure of excavation & confined space
Inspection of plant’s and material.
Excavation and trenching safety.
Heavy Lifting and scaffolding safety procedure.
Accident investigation and incident report.
Safe procedure of chemical storage different material.
Ensure good housekeeping.
Take precaution before starting the work.
First aid procedure.
Daily &weekly Reports.
HSE meetings.
Periodic site inspection.
Monitoring all the Site activities.
Audits Recommendation’s.
Safety promotional Activities.
Behavior based safety system.
Preparation of H.S.E manual.
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4. ABULJADAYEL SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT SIGNED BY THE
COMPANY GENERAL MANAGER:
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5. General Health & Safety
PROJECT PROFILE
Project Name : CONSTRUCTION OF SWD LIFT/PUMP STATION Project
Client : Jeddah Municipality
Consultant : Louis Burger
SCOPE OF PLAN
This project safety plan identifies the construction activities of this project in which there is
foreseeable risk to health and safety, describes the arrangements designed to eliminate or control
of the respective hazards and ensures that high standards of safety are maintained throughout the
project.
1. SAFETY INDUCTION
The general health and safety introduction are given to the visitors, public and new comers.
3. HEAT STRESS
a. The working personnel are advised not to expose to sun as much as possible.
b. Drink sufficient water during the hot weather. (2 Water Drinking Points are provided,
refer Drawing in the Appendix)
c. Use salt and sugar in case of fainting / tiredness.
4. FIRST-AIDER ON SITE
The Company provides the certified first aiders facilities at the site. The first aid facilities
consist of an air-conditioned container, two stretchers, a bed and the first aid kit.
5. EMERGENCY EVACUATION
In case of emergency, there are sufficient accesses are provided in the site.
(refer Appendix)
The working personnel are advised to evacuate from the dangerous occurrence.
6. ELECTRICAL HAZARDS:
a. For all electrical equipment and cables, special precautions shall be taken in view of
rough conditions on site.
b. All electrical works at site shall be executed by competent electrical persons.
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Water is sprayed to control the dust within the site.
9. SAFETY SIGNALS
Safety signals must be provided on site and at the entrance, in accordance with the
consultant approval.
Safety helmets, coveralls and safety shoes are compulsory for all people entering the site as per
“The Environmental Protection Regulations” of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the contract safety
amendment.
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Do not use compressed air for cleaning your dress or body parts.
If any doubt on any matter, check with your immediate supervisor. Violations of any of these rules
will result in immediate disciplinary action.
HSE Induction & All new Employees 4 Hours per At Joining Relevant HSE Subjects, policies,
Orientation Section Procedures, Risk Assessments, HSE
Operations.
HSE Induction Base All Project Managers, 8 Hours At Hiring All HSE Subjects, policies, Procedures,
Course at HO HSE Construction Managers, Session/ Half Risk Assessments, HSE Operations.
Site Managers and day on HSE
Engineers
Project HSE Induction and All Project Based To be decided Upon All HSE Subjects, policies, Procedures,
Orientation Employees and Workers by project mgr. commencing Risk Assessments, HSE Operations
job at
project
First Aid / CPR Project Emergency Team 14-16 Hours Yearly Certified Course
Fire Marshal Project Emergency Team To be decided Yearly Certified Course
Operational HSE Training Specify tradesmen (i.e. As required As required External if Certification needed, and
and for special tradesmen Operators, riggers, internal if no certification is needed,
Flagman, Scaffolders,
electricians, etc.)
The Company has set out this training program for its personnel to provide them with the skills and
knowledge required to perform their job efficiently.
Training will be conducted by using either internal resources or by local external organizations.
Following are the items on which training is being given to some or all project personnel.
HSE induction program.
Emergency response.
Personal protective equipment.
Scaffolding.
Basic Firefighting.
Manual Lifting.
Additionally, any other required HSE training based on the job/ project requirement.
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SITE INDUCTION
Before commencing work all operatives and staff shall receive induction training, specifying hazards
associated with the Contract specific site requirements and fire precautions.
STAFF TRAINING
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HSE meetings
They receive as deemed necessary by the Safety adviser and relevant site management any other
Safety training pertinent to this particular contract. Operatives also include Sub-contract operatives
(if any), engaged in our works unless they have otherwise received adequate safety training.
SPECIALIST MODULES
Member of staff and operatives receive training as necessary to ensure that they are adequately
trained to meet the requirements of any relevant regulations.
A training program is drawn up by the Safety adviser, in conjunction with the Projects Manager and
the consultant/ client.
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These talks can also be directed at specific topics pertaining to the site requirements or to quickly
address an identified problem by increasing safety measures.
Tool Box Talks are given to the work force, by the Supervisors, who are the link between Operatives
and Management.
The toolbox talk is given to site personnel twice a week. The frequency of the toolbox meeting will
be updated as per the work requirement.
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9- Site Safety Inspection Report
Site Safety Inspection Report
Name of Site :
Job No. :
Area Inspected :
Inspected By :
Date :
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D ROAD SAFETY
1 Driving by authorized person
2 Loading of material on truck, dumper, securely
3 Material falling from vehicle while transporting
4 Speed limit
5 Going up and coming down from moving vehicle
6 Indulging in horse play on job
Location of Overhead lines identified and
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precautions taken.
E MISCELLANEOUS
First Aid box with proper medicine and its
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maintenance
2 Validity date of medicine
3 Illumination
Safety board and safety promotional materials
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, posters or Stickers
Safety
Officer Project Manager
10. HSE Statistics Report
*Business Area : Wastewater Potable Water Energy Services Shared Services Other:
Operation / Project:
SUB – CONTRACTOR
COMPANIES:
Contacts: Name Contact Number
Consulting Representative:
Consulting Coordinator :
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MONTHLY HS&E PERFORMANCE
LAGGING INDICATORS Monthly Year to
By Business Area Total Date LEADING INDICATORS Monthly Year to
By Business Area Total Date
*Near Misses (#)
*Did your company experience any regulatory actions or inspections this month? Yes No
If yes, provide regulatory agency and description of action taken
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11.Hazard Identifications & Risk Assessment.
Introduction:
Since “Heavy Lifting Operation” is considered as hazardous activity, it is mandatory to develop and
implement a thorough safe system of work. It will be a formal procedure which would result from
systematic examination of task in order to identify all related hazards. It will define safe methods to
ensure that the hazards are eliminated and risks are minimized.
Scope:
This document will cover all activities related to “Construction Lifting Operations” additionally lifting
plan for heavy lifting is going to be submitted ahead of performing lifting operation onsite.
Assessment of Task:
1. What are major activities involved
a. Heavy material lifting
b. Man lifting
c. Loading & Unloading of raw materials
d. Machinery lifting
2. Who are major parties involved
a. Heavy lifting equipment drivers
b. Riggers
c. General Labor
d. Management staff for inspection of site
e. Consultants, contractors, sub-contractors
f. General visitors
g. Client
3. Where the task is generally carried-out.
a. Trenches, Deep Excavations
b. Warehouse area
c. Several areas of site
d. Administration block
4. How the task is generally carried-out.
a. By different cranes with different capacities.
b. By boom-loaders
c. By fork-lifters & Boom Loaders
d. By Excavators
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Identification of Major Hazards:
1. Collapse of lifting equipment
2. Heavy loads falling from heights
3. Failure of lifting tackles i.e. chains, slings and ropes
4. Failure of securing points on loads
5. Failure of lifting equipment
6. Lifting equipment i.e. cranes toppling
7. Swinging loads
8. Crushing of workers with heavy loads
9. People being in the wrong place
10. Contact of lifting equipment with energized power lines
11. Bad weather conditions i.e. heavy winds, rains and snow
12. Collision of lifting equipment with other equipment
13. Untrained workers working with heavy lifting equipment
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12. Lifting operation area must be barricaded and proper safety signs must be placed in the area.
13. All irrelevant staff must not be allowed in the area of lifting operation.
14. No part of the load shall pass over any person at any time.
15. Special consideration shall be given when a lifting device is used for raising or lowering
workers.
16. Equipment controls must be locked when the device is not in operation.
17. Proper tag-lines must be used with all kind of loads to avoid swinging loads.
18. Safe distances must be followed while lifting in the area of energized power lines as follows.
a. For 6.6 K.V. supplied voltage, the distance to be followed 3 Meters (10Ft)
b. For 33 K.V. supplied voltage, the distance to be followed 4 Meters (12Ft)
c. For 66 K.V. supplied voltage, the distance to be followed 5 Meters (16Ft)
d. For 154 K.V. supplied voltage, distance to be followed 8 Meters (26 Ft)
e. For 275 K.V. supplied voltage, distance to be followed 10 Meters (33Ft)
19. Safety inspector must ensure that all other equipment which may collide with lifting
equipment must be removed from the area of operation.
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1. Above safe system of work must be communicated to all concerned parties effectively and it
is to ensure that each and every component of above system is well understood by all
concerned.
2. The system must be applied correctly and each component of the system must be followed
strictly.
3. Above system should add value in terms of reduction of accidents in terms of lifting
operation.
4. It is to ensure that supervisors know that they should implement and maintain those systems
of work and that employees, supervisors and managers are all trained in the necessary skills
and are fully aware of potential risks and precautions they need to adopt.
5. No short cuts to be allowed, it should be part of system of work to stop work when faced
with an unexpected problem until safe solution can be found.
Authority Matrix:
Name & Designation Scope of Authority Signature
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(2) Activity : Working at Height Operation
Introduction:
Falling from heights is one of the leading causes of major injuries and deaths at workplaces. Some of
major causes includes, working on a scaffold or platform without guard rails or fall protection
systems, fragile roofs, badly maintained ladders and wrong position of people. It is mandatory to
develop and implement a thorough safe system of work. It will be a formal procedure which would
result from systematic examination of task in order to identify all related hazards. It will define safe
methods to ensure that the hazards are eliminated and risks are minimized.
Scope:
This document will cover all activities related to “Construction Operation”
Assessment of Task:
1. What are major activities involved
a. Working on heights
b. Working on scaffolds
c. Working on man lifts or cherry pickers
d. Working on walking surfaces above 2 meters
e. Working on ladders
f. Working around open holes
g. Working on roofs
h. Working in sealing spaces
i. Working on building structures
j. Working on exterior construction areas
k. Working on stairs
l. Working around excavations
2. Who are major parties involved
a. General labors & support staff
b. Masson, Electricians, Carpenters, Utility service providers etc.
c. Supervisors, Managers, Safety advisors, Consultants
d. Contractor and sub-contractor staff
e. General visitors
f. Client
3. Where the task is generally carried-out.
a. Warehouse area
b. Several areas of site
c. Administration block
4. How the task is generally carried-out.
a. Using scaffolds
b. Using Ladders
c. Using man lifts and cherry pickers
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d. In & around excavations
e. Around open holes, trenches….
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11. Critical operation must be planned, supervised and monitored by competent persons.
12. Safety supervisor must develop an emergency rescue procedure and communicate these
procedures to the concerned parties in verbal and written format.
Authority Matrix:
Name & Designation Scope of Authority Signature
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(3). Activity : Hot Works Welding & Cutting Operation
Introduction:
Welding and cutting is considered to be a hazardous activity. It involves heat, pressure, arc, flame
cutting, torch, fuel and oxygen. This may further invite fire hazards. It is mandatory to develop and
implement a thorough safe system of work. It will be a formal procedure which would result from
systematic examination of task in order to identify all related hazards. It will define safe methods to
ensure that the hazards are eliminated and risks are minimized.
Scope:
This document will cover all activities related to “Construction Operation”
Assessment of Task:
1. What are major activities involved
a. Shield metal arc welding
b. Gas metal arc welding
c. Flux cord arc welding
d. Gas tungsten arc welding
e. Flame cutting
2. Who are major parties involved
a. Welders
b. General labors and support staff
c. Other employees and people around
d. Contractor and sub-contractor staff
3. Where the task is generally carried-out.
a. Trenches, manholes…..
b. Warehouse area
c. Several areas of site
d. Administration block
4. How the task is generally carried-out.
a. Using different welding methods and techniques
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Chemical Hazards
8. Flammable & combustible products
9. Welding fumes
10. Toxic gases
11. Dust
12. Welding smoke
Biological Hazards
13. Bacteria
14. Fungi
15. Viruses
Other Hazards
16. Kidney failure, respiratory problems & kidney damage
17. Fire hazards
18. Falling from heights
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16. Gas pressure requirements to be followed strictly.
17. Keep a good stock of “First Aids” i.e. Fire blankets, other first aid stuff.
18. Use insulated & grounded electrical equipment's.
19. Never weld without proper ventilation.
20. Welding tent to be provided where required.
Implementation of Safe Work Methods:
1. Above safe system of work must be communicated to all concerned parties effectively and it
is to ensure that each and every component of above system is well understood by all
concerned.
2. The system must be applied correctly and each component of the system must be followed
strictly.
3. Above system should add value in terms of reduction of accidents in terms of lifting
operation.
4. It is to ensure that supervisors know that they should implement and maintain those systems
of work and that employee, supervisors and managers are all trained in the necessary skills
and are fully aware of potential risks and precautions they need to adopt.
5. No short cuts to be allowed, it should be part of system of work to stop work when faced
with an unexpected problem until safe solution can be found.
Authority Matrix:
Name & Designation Scope of Authority Signature
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(4). Activity : Confined Space Operation
Introduction:
Working in confined spaces is always hazardous and full of dangers. It is not normal operation and
one has to take special precautions before entering confined spaces. It is duty of employer to ensure
that all confined spaces are fully secured and checked for all potential hazards before start of any
activity. It is mandatory to develop and implement a thorough safe system of work. It will be a
formal procedure which would result from systematic examination of task in order to identify all
related hazards. It will define safe methods to ensure that the hazards are eliminated and risks are
minimized.
Scope:
This document will cover all activities related to “Construction Operation”
Assessment of Task:
1. What are major activities involved
a. Working in excavations
b. Working in manholes….
c. Working in Pipelines & trenches
d. Working in tanks & silos
e. Working in manholes, tunnels, ducts
2. Who are major parties involved
a. Welders, plumbers, electricians, technicians & general labors
b. Visitors, consultants & other stakeholders
c. Contractor and sub-contractor staff
d. Scaffolders, Engineers & machines installation crews
3. Where the task is generally carried-out.
a. Deep excavations areas.
b. Several areas of site
c. Construction site areas
d. Administration block
4. How the task is generally carried-out.
a. Working in confined spaces
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3. Combustible Gases i.e.
a. Methane
b. Hydrogen
c. Acetylene
d. Propane
e. Gasoline fumes
4. Toxic Gases & Materials
a. Carbon Monoxide
b. Hydrogen Sulfide
c. Welding fumes
d. Corrosives
5. Electricity hazards i.e. shocks, burns and arcs.
6. Engulfment Hazards by trailing cables, bad housekeeping etc.
7. Mechanical Hazards by mixers, crushers and other construction machinery
8. Noise and vibration hazards
9. Temperature extremes
10. Poor lighting in confined spaces
11. Underground, tunnels and Deep excavations.
12. Hidden hazards i.e. buried services and utility connections
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8. Ensure emergency action plans are developed and communicated to the concerned.
9. First aid arrangements i.e. first aid kits, ambulances, trained first aiders must be available on
call
10. Use proper PPE’s when required i.e. Gas testers, SCBA, Safety Harness, Gas masks, gloves,
goggles, safety shoes, high visibility vests etc.
11. Employer must maintain records of the following for one year after completion of project
and it must be available on demand
a. Plan
b. Assessment
c. Coordination documents
d. Training
e. Entry permits
f. Record of rescue equipment inspection
g. Records of tests
12. Anytime situation changes or in following conditions personnel shall immediate leave the
space.
a. A warning system indicating a ventilation failure is activated
b. The attendant gives evacuation order
c. A worker recognizes any signs or symptoms of exposure
d. A person inside confined space detects a dangerous condition
e. An evacuation alarm is activated
13. Everybody involved in the operation must fully understand his responsibilities and perform
accordingly
14. Maintain communication with the attendant so that the attendant can monitor your safety
and be able to alert workers to evacuate the confined space.
20. When the assignment is completed follow the following
a. Remove all debris and tools from the space
b. Sign off the log
c. Close the space
d. Close the permit
Review the job with host employer for any new hazards
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3. Above system should add value in terms of reduction of accidents in terms of lifting
operation.
4. It is to ensure that supervisors know that they should implement and maintain those systems
of work and that employee, supervisors and managers are all trained in the necessary skills
and are fully aware of potential risks and precautions they need to adopt.
5. No short cuts to be allowed, it should be part of system of work to stop work when faced
with an unexpected problem until safe solution can be found.
Authority Matrix:
Name & Designation Scope of Authority Signature
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(5). Activity : Scaffolding Operation
Introduction:
Scaffolding is used to build heavy bridges, buildings, mega malls and huge structures. Every year
almost 10 Million workers work with scaffolds. Above 10,000 workers get injured and more than
100 workers die. It is considered to be a hazardous activity and It is mandatory to develop and
implement a thorough safe system of work. It will be a formal procedure which would result from
systematic examination of task in order to identify all related hazards. It will define safe methods to
ensure that the hazards are eliminated and risks are minimized.
Scope:
This document will cover all activities related to “Construction Operation”
Assessment of Task:
1. What are major activities involved
a. Working with Scaffolds
b. Scaffold erection and installation
c. Scaffold maintenance
d. Scaffold inspection
e. Scaffold tagging system
2. Who are major parties involved
a. Scaffold erectors, engineers, supervisors, users
b. Visitors, consultants & other stakeholders
c. Contractor and sub-contractor staff
d. Other support staff
3. Where the task is generally carried-out.
a. Trenches and deep excavations.
b. Several areas of site where construction activities are carried out
c. Administration block
d. Wherever scaffolds are used
4. How the task is generally carried-out.
a. Scaffold erection
b. Scaffold usage
c. Scaffold dismantling
d. Scaffold inspection
e. Scaffold storage
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4. Being struck by falling tools or debris
5. Electrocution from overhead power lines
6. Scaffold collapse from instability or overloading
7. Bad planking giving way
8. Untrained workers using scaffolds
9. Lack of inspection & maintenance of scaffold
10. Using excess load capacities on scaffold
11. Bad weather conditions
12. Lack of supervision, instruction & observation by management
13. Improper construction of a scaffold
14. Workers using short cuts in construction, usage and dismantling of scaffolds
15. Improper component used for scaffold
16. Bad housekeeping on and around the scaffold
17. Excess materials accumulated over a scaffold
18. Falling tools, debris, and other materials from a scaffold
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2.To prevent materials, debris & tools from scaffolds, toe-boards, screens, guardrails, debris nets,
catch platforms, canopy structures or barricades should be constructed. Also, employees must
wear hard hats.
3. A competent person must inspect scaffold regularly, preferably before start of each shift. It is
mandatory to have scaffold inspected after erection, change in the structure, and after accident.
Scaffolds shall not be erected, used, dismantled, altered, or moved such that they or any
conductive material handled on them might come within the OSHA-approved distance to
exposed and energized power lines.
22. Scaffold planking should be “Scaffold Grade Lumber” and not an ordinary wood.
23. The height of a scaffold should be more than four times its minimum base dimension unless
guys, ties, or braces are used.
Capacity of Scaffold:
1. Each scaffold and scaffold component must be able to support, without failure, its own weight
plus 4 times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted or transferred to it.
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2. A qualified person must design the scaffolds, which are to be loaded in accordance with that
design.
3. Scaffolds and scaffold components must not be loaded in excess of their maximum intended
loads or rated capacities, whichever is less.
4. Load-carrying timber members should be a minimum of 1,500 lb-f/in2 construction grade
lumber.
Platform Construction:
1. Each platform must be planked and decked as fully as possible with the space between the
platform and uprights not more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide. The space must not exceed 9.5
inches (24.1 cm) when side brackets or odd-shaped structures result in a wider opening
between the platform and the uprights.
2. Each platform and walkway must be at least 18 inches (46 cm) wide and guardrails and/or
PFAS must be used within 9.5 inches along at least one side of the walkway.
3. There shouldn’t be large gaps in the front edge of the platform, and each platform should
overlap at least 12 inches over the supports unless they are tied down to prevent movement.
The front edges of all platforms should extend at least 6 inches past a support unless they are
properly guarded.
Employee Access:
1. If scaffold platforms are more than 2 feet (0.6 m) above or below a point of access, they must
provide scaffold access. Direct access is acceptable when the scaffold is not more than 14
inches (36 cm) horizontally and not more than 24 inches (61 cm) vertically from the other
surfaces.
2. The permitted access types are:
Scaffold Workers:
1. When working with scaffolds, there are three types of workers that are involved with
identifying hazardous conditions, training employees, inspecting components, evaluating
connections, designing scaffolds, and erecting and dismantling scaffolds. They are:
2. Competent Person: One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards, in the
surroundings or working conditions, that are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to
employees. This person has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate
these hazards.
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3. Qualified Person: One who by having a recognized degree, certificate, or professional
standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience has successfully
demonstrated his/her ability to solve or resolve problems related to the subject matter, the
work, or the project.
4. Engineer: A person who is a registered professional engineer who designs supported and
suspension scaffolds.
5. Employer must use above criteria for selection of scaffold workers to avoid any potential
danger in the workplace.
6. Each employee must be trained in his respective area as per his role in use of scaffold.
7. The training and instructional records must include, person’s name, dates on which training
and instruction took place and must be available upon request.
8. Ensure emergency action plans are developed and communicated to the concerned.
9. First aid arrangements i.e. first aid kits, ambulances, trained first aiders must be available on
call
10. Use proper PPE’s when working on scaffolds
11. Everybody involved in the operation must fully understand his responsibilities and perform
accordingly
Authority Matrix:
Name & Designation Scope of Authority Signature
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Site Safety Inspector Execution, checklists, observations
Introduction:
Excavations are one of the major causes of construction site accidents. Proper protection, signage,
barricading, training and ensuring other important applicable standards can save lives. It is
mandatory to develop and implement a thorough safe system of work. It will be a formal procedure
which would result from systematic examination of task in order to identify all related hazards. It
will define safe methods to ensure that the hazards are eliminated and risks are minimized.
Scope:
This document will cover all activities related to “Construction Operation”
Assessment of Task:
1. What are major activities involved
a. Excavation designing & planning
b. Trenching
c. Shielding
d. Shoring
e. Sloping
f. Closing excavation
2. Who are major parties involved
a. Excavator drivers & support staff
b. General labor
c. Site staff i.e. engineers, supervisors etc.
d. Excavation engineers, safety staff and management
3. Where the task is generally carried-out.
a. Trenches and deep excavations.
b. Several areas of site
c. Excavation of pits, holes and foundations
d. Wherever excavation is required
4. How the task is generally carried-out.
a. Excavation with machines i.e. excavators hand dig
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3. Asphyxiation due to lack of oxygen in excavations
4. Inhalation of toxic materials in excavations
5. Moving machinery near the edge of the excavation (can cause a collapse)
6. Accidental severing of underground utility lines.
7. Fire hazards due to the availability of flammable and combustible gases in excavations.
8. Materials falling from heights can injure the employees in excavations
9. Electricity hazards i.e. shocks, burns and arcs.
10. Engulfment Hazards by trailing cables, bad housekeeping etc.
11. Mechanical Hazards by mixers, crushers and other construction machinery
12. Noise and vibration hazards by heavy machinery
13. Temperature extremes
14. Poor lighting in excavations
15. Underground, tunnels and Deep Excavations.
Hidden hazards i.e. buried services and utility connections
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8. Sloping of sides of an excavation that are inclined away from the excavation can be
introduced.
9. Proper access and egress from trench must be provided.
10. Each excavation must be properly barricaded and safety signage to be placed around the
excavation site.
11. It is important to ensure that equipment working around trench should not produce high
vibrations that may cause collapse of excavation.
12. A stairway, ladder or ramp must be present in excavations that are four or more feet deep,
and must be within 25 feet of employees. The ladder should extend three feet above the
excavation.
13. Each employee must have had specific training in and be knowledgeable about:
a. Soils classification
b. The use of protective systems
c. The requirements of the standard
d. Must be capable of identifying hazards and authorized to immediately eliminate them.
14. A competent person must make daily inspections of excavations, areas around them and
protective systems:
a. Before work starts and as needed
b. After rainstorms, high winds or other occurrence which may increase hazards.
c. When you can reasonably anticipate an employee will be exposed to hazards.
15. If a competent person finds evidence of a possible cave-in, indications of failure of protective
systems, hazardous atmospheres or other hazardous conditions:
a. Exposed employees must be removed from the hazardous area.
b. Employees may not return until the necessary precautions have been taken.
16. Determine the safety equipment & PPE’s needed.
17. A complete evacuation & emergency plan should be developed to coupe-up with any critical
situation.
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10. No short cuts to be allowed, it should be part of system of work to stop work when faced
with an unexpected problem until safe solution can be found.
Authority Matrix:
Name & Designation Scope of Authority Signature
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(7). Activity : Permit To Work for Energization-Construction
1 Introduction
This procedure aims to manage and control works on or near high voltage electrical equipment in a
safe manner by providing employees with specific working practices which are to be followed when
working on electrical installations. The Technical Manager is responsible for ensuring that the
contents of this document are implemented on site and additional controls developed as required.
2 Scope
This procedure constitutes the current Abuljadayel Electrical Safety Rules and Procedures and is
mandatory for:
All Abuljadayel employees
All Abuljadayel sub-contractors and suppliers operating or working electrical apparatus.
Project Consultant staff and Client Consultant staff that need to inspect/ visit the areas
energized with High/ Medium voltage.
Construction projects, managed by Abuljadayel
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Once completed and signed, the Safety Plan is to be retained in the appropriate Register and the
duplicate retained for use on site.
All Safety Plans must be retained in the appropriate site register for a period of no less than 2 years.
Thereafter, the Safety Plan is to be archived for a period of no less than 5 years then destroyed.
Once the Skilled Person has signed and accepted the Permit to Work or Sanction to Test, he/she is
responsible for maintaining and overseeing the safety of the task until such time as the Permit to
Work is withdrawn or cancelled by the Competent Person.
4 Permit to Work
A Permit to Work is the document that specifies the work or test to be done and the precautions
that have been taken to prevent danger to those carrying out the work or test.
The Permit to Work does not, in itself, make the task safe but relies for its effectiveness on
particular individuals implementing its requirements in a conscientious manner under competent
supervision.
With the danger from electrical systems controlled by virtue of the safety arrangements in place,
additional hazards resulting from the task processes and / or location must also be considered prior
to the works or test commencing. It is therefore essential that any contractor undertaking works or
testing activities demonstrates, to the satisfaction of the Competent Person, that he has followed a
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proper risk assessment process to identify and minimize to a tolerable level, any risks associated
with the proposed work or test including the production of a suitable works method statement.
4.1 Completing a Permit to Work
A Permits to Work template and operational system already developed by the H&S Manager and
Competent Person (Electrical) following the commencement of the contract. The proposed template
must be completed in ink and be clearly readable.
The Permit to Work template must include the following (as a minimum):
A competent person assigned for receive all PTW.
Description of circuit, equipment or location.
The nature of the work or test to be carried out.
Justification of why circuit or equipment can’t be de-energized.
The point(s) of isolation, earth arrangements and, for test purposes, the earth(s) that may be
removed for test purposes.
Reference must be made to the serial number and precautions detailed in the task risk
assessment.
Safety Plan reference number and any specific safety precautions identified in the Plan
Shock hazard analysis results, shock protection boundaries and Flash protection boundaries
defined.
Required personal protective equipment for the activity.
Signature of the Competent Person
Date and time the Permit to Work was signed by the Competent Person
Signature of the Skilled Person to signify that he/she understands the nature of the work and
accepts the conditions under which the Permit to Work is issued.
The Competent Person will produce two copies of each Permit to Work. The original will be held in
the appropriate Site Register and the duplicate will be issued to the Skilled Person for retention at
the place of work or test.
4.1.1 Cancelling or withdrawing a Permit to Work
A Permit to Work can be cancelled or withdrawn at any time within the day of issue by the
Competent Person for the following reasons:
Failure of the Skilled Person to implement any safety precautions identified
If the actions of the Skilled Person are not conducive with safe working practices
A change in the circumstances affecting the works or test
An un-foreseen problem or situation arises that affects the works or test
An un-foreseen problem occurs that affects the safety of those working on or near the point
of work or test described on the Permit to Work
All cancelled Permits to Work must be retained in the appropriate Site Register for a period of no
less than 2 years. Thereafter, the Permit to Work is to be archived for a period of no less than 5
years then destroyed.
4.2 Contractors employees working under a Permit to Work
All contractors’ employees working under the jurisdiction of a Permit to Work must:
Have a good understanding of the Permit to Work or Sanction to Test procedures in
operation at the site
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Have a good understanding of the Permit to Work procedure as it applies to their work or
test being undertaken
Not start any work or test requiring a Permit to Work until one has been completed and
issued by the Abuljadayel Competent Person
Ensure any conditions and procedures specified on the Permit to Work issued to the Skilled
Person are fully understood and adhered to.
Seek advice from the Abuljadayel Competent Person where any doubt remains
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o Ensures the Skilled Person is accompanied by another Safety Person who is to be
suitably trained for his / her designated task and informed of the actions to be taken
in the event of an accident
o Agrees the safety precautions to be taken by the Skilled Person and the nominated
Safety Person
o Agrees any special instructions and / or safety measures with the Skilled Person and
nominated Safety Person
o Produces a Safety Plan for the works to be undertaken
o Carries out a joint inspection of all safety equipment and personal protective
equipment with the Skilled Person
The Competent Person has issued and the Skilled Person has accepted, a Permit to Work /
Sanction for Live Working on Electrical Equipment specifying the equipment to be worked
on, the work to be done and the safety precautions to be observed.
5.4 Signage
Low voltage switchboards having two or more sources of supply and main intake switches are to be
labeled with the following notice:
5.5 Locks
High & low voltage switchgear and any room or enclosure containing a main intake switchboard is to
be locked where it is necessary to prevent unauthorized operation and to avoid danger. The key is
to be under the control of the Technical Manager.
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An Electrical Operational Control Procedure issued to a named Skilled Person for a specific
task. This instruction is to be reviewed upon each change of personnel or operating
condition and in any case at intervals of not more than one year.
Personal protective equipment is to be inspected by the user for visible defects on each occasion
prior to use. Any suspected item is to be reported to the Competent Person who is to consider its
withdrawal and replacement. The Competent Person is to inspect each item of safety equipment at
least once every year for defects and to take remedial action as necessary. Records of each
inspection and remedial actions taken are to be kept by the Competent Person.
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All hand held lamps, torches and test instruments required to be taken within hazardous areas are
to be of a type or pattern that is suitable for use within the specific hazardous environment and any
associated classification of the environment.
Authority Matrix:
Name & Designation Scope of Authority Signature
Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date: No:
Project:
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date: No:
Project:
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date: No:
Project:
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Work Method Statement (Part 2)
Engineering
Certificates/Permits/Approvals
List Plant/Equipment/Personal List Equipment
required for this Activity e.g. 3rd
Protective Equipment required for Maintenance Checks
party certificates, road closure, utility
this Activity: required for this Activity:
shutdown, WorkCover notification,
demolition licence
Complete daily
Lifting machines & equipments / maintenance check on Type Reference/Document
Appropriate PPE i.e. Safety Helmet, Lifting machines &
Shoes, High Visibility vests, Overhauls, equipments
Goggles & Gloves / signposts, First aid kit
Communication devices PPE
Person(s) responsible for supervising the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods, protective
measurers, plant equipment and power tools. NB list of qualifications/experience is held on local files
For list of names and signatures of staff instructed in this SWMS see local training records.
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1) Position:
Date:
Department:
No:
Project:
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1) Position:
Date:
Department:
No:
Project:
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Work Method Statement (Part 2),
Project File:
6. Working at Heights Training
Training Database: 2. OSHA Standard 29 CFR
7. First Aid Certificate
Other (specify): 1926.500, 501, 502, 503
Engineering
List Equipment Certificates/Permits/Approvals
List Plant/Equipment/Personal
Maintenance Checks required for this Activity e.g. 3rd
Protective Equipment required for this
required for this party certificates, road closure,
Activity:
Activity: utility shutdown, WorkCover
notification, demolition licence
Person(s) responsible for supervising the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods,
protective measurers, plant equipment and power tools. NB list of qualifications/experience is held on local
files
For list of names and signatures of staff instructed in this SWMS see local training records.
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date:
No:
Project:
POSSIBLE
PROCEDURE (IN STEPS): CONTROLS
HAZARDS
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date:
No:
Project:
POSSIBLE
PROCEDURE (IN STEPS): CONTROLS
HAZARDS
procedure to be followed strictly.
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date:
No:
Project:
POSSIBLE
PROCEDURE (IN STEPS): CONTROLS
HAZARDS
Project File:
8. Welding & Cutting Operation Training 3. OSHA Standard 29 CFR
9. First Aid Training 1926.350, 351, 352, 353.
Training Database:
10. Electrical Safety Training
Other (specify):
11. Fire Safety Training
Engineering
Certificates/Permits/Approva
ls required for this Activity
List Plant/Equipment/Personal List Equipment Maintenance e.g. 3rd party certificates, road
Protective Equipment required for this Checks required for this closure, utility shutdown,
Activity: Activity: WorkCover notification,
demolition licence
Person(s) responsible for supervising the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods, protective
measurers, plant equipment and power tools. NB list of qualifications/experience is held on local files
SIGNATURE:
NAME: POSITION:
SIGNATURE:
NAME: POSITION:
For list of names and signatures of staff instructed in this SWMS see local training records.
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Date:
Department:
No:
Project:
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Date:
Department:
No:
Project:
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Date:
Department:
No:
Project:
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Work Method Statement (Part 2)
Training Required to Complete Activity: Fully trained in confined spaces entry procedure.
Engineering
Certificates/Permits/Approvals
List Plant/Equipment/Personal List Equipment Maintenance
required for this Activity e.g.
Protective Equipment required for Checks required for this
road closure, utility shutdown,
this Activity: Activity:
WorkCover notification,
demolition licence
Person(s) responsible for supervising the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods,
protective measurers, plant equipment and power tools. NB list of qualifications/experience is held on local
files
For list of names and signatures of staff instructed in this SWMS see local training records.
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date:
No:
Project:
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date:
No:
Project:
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Work Method Statement (Part 2),
Training Required to Complete Activity, : Fully trained in Scaffold erection, inspection and supervison.
Engineering
List Equipment Certificates/Permits/Approvals
List Plant/Equipment/Personal Protective Maintenance Checks required for this Activity e.g. 3rd
Equipment required for this Activity: required for this party certificates, road closure,
Activity: utility shutdown, WorkCover
notification, demolition licence
Complete daily
Reference/Docu
maintenance check on Type
Scaffolds and their components,/ Appropriate ment
Scaffold & Scaffold
PPE i.e. Safety harness, personal fall arrest
components
system, safety belts, Safety nets, hard hats,
PPE’s and equipment
overhauls, safety shoes, goggles / signposts,
used
Communication devices
First aid kit
Person(s) responsible for supervising the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods, protective
measurers, plant equipment and power tools. NB list of qualifications/experience is held on local files
For list of names and signatures of staff instructed in this SWMS see local training records.
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date:
No:
Project:
Version No.: 1
Job: Excavation Operation Job
No.
POSSIBLE CONTROLS
PROCEDURE (IN STEPS):
HAZARDS
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Signed off:
Work Method Statement (Part 1)
Position:
Department:
Date:
No:
Project:
Version No.: 1
Job: Excavation Operation Job
No.
POSSIBLE CONTROLS
PROCEDURE (IN STEPS):
HAZARDS
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Work Method Statement (Part 2),
Training Required to Complete Activity, : Fully trained in Scaffold erection, inspection and supervison.
Engineering
Certificates/Permits/Appr
List Equipment ovals required for this
List Plant/Equipment/Personal Protective Maintenance Checks Activity e.g. 3rd party
Equipment required for this Activity: required for this certificates, road closure,
Activity: utility shutdown,
WorkCover notification,
demolition licence
Complete daily
Reference/D
maintenance check on Type
ocument
All equipment &
Excavators, Boom loaders, Trucks, Cranes/
machinery used.
Appropriate PPE i.e. Safety harness, personal fall
Excavation/Trench
arrest system, safety belts, Safety nets, hard hats,
inspection
overhauls, safety shoes, goggles / signposts,
PPE’s and equipment
Communication devices
used
First aid kit
Person(s) responsible for supervising the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods,
protective measures, plant equipment and power tools. NB list of qualifications/experience is held on local
files
For list of names and signatures of staff instructed in this SWMS see local training records.
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Risk Assessment for Thrust Boring
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Additional
Activity Hazard /Risk Arising L S R1 Control Measures Control L S R2
Measures
Transport of Driver over fatigue due to 3 4 12 Supplier uses reputable 2 3 6
materials to the long/ local distance, road transporter and uses
work site accidents, personal injury, alternates if necessary.
driver under the influence of Track history proofs that
( TBM , Pipe) drug/liquor, vehicle not road trucks used are road
worthy. worthy and in good
condition for transport.
Track history has proven
that the company drivers
are cautious and no
fatigue is taking place.
Taking suitable rest on
the way ( rest area.)
Lifting with Fall of object that may hit of 2 3 6
heavy the worker, unbalance, fuel -Lifting equipment must
equipment leakage , Fatigue, slips, 3 4 12 be barricaded, Reverse,
trips and falls horn, & lights must be in
(TBM , Pipe working condition.
etc.) Rigger /Flagman must Operator
be available of any lifting and rigger
& moving equipment. must have
Wear appropriate PPE. 3rd party
certificate
-Inspect the area including the
immediately around the lifting
load and the route for equipment.
clearance and tripping Operator
hazards. Clear movable should know
objects from the route. the lifting
Check for uneven procedure.
terrain. Clean up spills Well-trained
that could affect foot rigger
traction. assign.
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& lifting steel glove as required.
pieces)
Cut hand, eye injury, 3 3 9 Safety guard of the Proper 2 2 4
Steel vibration, noise hazard cutter or any equipment training for
cutting being used provided the workers
Wear face shield or regarding
safety goggles. machinery/e
quipment
safety.
Lifting Steel bar Fall of object that may hit of 3 3 9 Lifting equipment must Operator 2 2 4
with the use of the worker, unbalance, fuel be barricaded, Reverse, must have
heavy leakage horn, & lights must be in 3rd party
equipment working condition. certificate
Rigger /Flagman must including the
be available of any lifting lifting
& moving equipment. equipment.
Wear appropriate PPE. Operator
should know
the lifting
procedure.
Well-trained
rigger.
Steel Tear and shear, cut/hand 3 2 6 Use steel edge caps to
Edges injury avoid tear and shear
injury or cut. Cover with
tape each edges and
barricade.
Bar bending Cut injury on hand & finger, 3 2 6 Use appropriate hand
work tear and shear of clothes, gloves, proper hand
eye injury tools. Use goggles/face
shield if working in
gapes of steel structure
Rebar Cuts/Punctures, strains, 3 3 9 -Wear hand gloves. Apply re-bar
Installation Slip/trip/falls -Utilize proper lifting caps to
techniques to avoid protect
strains. protruding
-Cover re-bar to avoid ends of re-
tripping where access is bar that
necessary. Wire mesh extend up to
will be installed on top of 42”
rebar mats to minimize vertically.
slips, trips and falls. -Utilize.
- proper PPE during re-
bar cutting operations
including safety glasses
and face shield. Goggles
may be utilized in
conjunction with face
shields
Concrete Chemical/ Concrete Burns 3 3 9 -Use gloves, safety Inspect work 2 2 4
works glasses/face shield and area, move
Strains/Sprains wash off splattered material that
Cast in place concrete asap with fresh may cause
concrete Struck by/ Crushed by water or neutralizing trips prior to
Slips, trips and falls solution. performing
-Use power screed work.
Chemical Burns whenever possible to Use mesh
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eliminate constant over rebar to
bending & pulling motion cover holes
required by hand screed. produced by
-Use chute man to swing rebar.
concrete chute back & Exposed
forth & signal concrete mesh will be
truck driver. Chute man trip hazards
needs to commute with until
rest of crew when moving concrete
chutes or repositioning placed.
truck. Keep mesh
-Use a spotter for ends tied
concrete trucks and all down.
vehicles in tight or Secure a
congested areas. fresh water
source (a
hose) or use
neutralizing
solution
Hot Works Unauthorized work 3 2 6 -Obtain a hot work permit 2 2 4
before starting the job Responsible
Work start-up & Invalid permit -Get the permit validated person will
obtaining PTW for the specific day conduct
Lack of competency -Supervisor must ensure inspection,
that all work activities are monitor the
Lack or poor communication carried out by competent work
personnel. activities
Haste or shortcut -Conduct Toolbox and have to
meeting, review the ensure
Method statement and safety
Job safety analysis to all standards
craftsmen involved in the and
work activities. procedures
- are strictly
adhered to.
Grinding Rotating equipment sparks. 4 3 12 -Make sure guards are -Only 2 2 4
fitted to all moving parts. experienced
-Ensure the proper use personnel to
of guards. use the
Damaged grinding disc -Inspect the grinding equipment.
discs prior to starting -Spark
work (ring test). containment
Electrocution. -Make sure that disc is to be used.
compatible with the
grinding machine.
High Pressure air -Check the RPM of disc
& machine.
Flying object/eye injuries -Correct installation of
Grinder Wheel.
-Gas monitor correctly
sited.
Noise -Proper PPE (Gloves +
Mask).
-Wear a face shield
while grinding.
-Wear Ear Muff or Ear
Plugs while grinding.
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Gas Cutting Burns. 4 3 12 -Proper isolation of -Cordoning 2 2 4
Fire Hazard. system. of the area.
Explosion. -All cylinders to be -Fire
Tripping. secured. Blanket.
Damaged or leaking cylinders or -Flame arrestor between -Inspect the
hoses the cylinder & torch cylinders &
-Hoses in good hoses
condition. before
-Proper PPE. starting the
-Trained Fire Watch. job.
-Gas Monitor correctly
sited.
-Correct Fire
Extinguisher(s).
-Deployment of
Experienced personnel.
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Drilling using Access restriction, 3 4 12 -Design TBM so there is 2 3 6
TBM with safe access to - Ensures
diameter of maintainable parts emergency
2600mm & Serious injury including for screw plan are in
1600mm conveyor wear repair. place for
-Planning exit routes. recovery of
injured
person.
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before use.
-Implement Lock-out
procedure. Tool box
-Hazard reducing Talk or 2 3 6
devices like cut-out, safety
earth-leakage and briefing to
Fire or explosion, isolating device. Use be
Flammable gases and industrial plugs & conducted
vapours sockets. daily prior to
start the
-Eliminate ignition work.
sources underground
where practicable.
-Isolate fuel source from
remaining ignition
source.
-Monitor atmospheric
conditions.
-Restrict smoking to
designated areas.
-Use hot work permit
system.
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Face collapse 4 3 12 -Select plant through geotechnical 3 2 6
including risk from modelling. Tool box Talk
changing ground -On-going assessment with or safety
conditions, mixed geologist and designers during briefing to be
face and preferential excavation or drilling. conducted
excavation of soft -Pre-treating and consolidating daily prior to
ground leading to risk ground. start the work.
of settlement -Assessing settlement and potential
damage.
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Water inrush plans and procedure to ensures: 1.) start the work.
including flooding 4 3 12 correct EPB and air pressure
calculation. 2.) Proper worker
selection and training including 3 2 6
worker recovery and the use of
hyperbaric chambers.
2. Fire Prevention
GENERAL
The most common causes of fire are:
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e. Do not fill tanks of petrol or diesel engines while the engine is running.
f. Wiring for temporary electric services should be installed by a competent electrician
and be carefully routed and protected to prevent accidental damage.
g. Always keep handy the right type of fire extinguisher.
h. After using a flame-producing appliance, carefully inspect the area around the work
to make sure nothing is smoldering.
2. EXTINGUISHERS
Extinguishers should be provided in places which are vulnerable to fire. The color coding of
extinguishers follow the coding recommended in BS5423 which is as follows:
Dry Powder (all types)French Blue
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Black
Electrical fires should be extinguished by Dry Powder, CO2 under no circumstances should
water or foam be used.
3. In case of fire:
a. Sound the alarm
b. Call Fire Brigade (dial 999)
c. Try to extinguish fire
d. Where practicable, hazards should be eliminated at source, but for some jobs
special clothing or equipment will be required.
e. Protective gear is effective only if it is suitable for the job and properly used.
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13.Personal Protective Equipment
Many jobs require by law specified clothing or approved equipment. Abuljadayel Co. select good
quality products made to recognize or approved standards.
Select equipment which is suitable for the person using it, consider size, fir, weight.
The user or the equipment must be told why the item is needed, when it has to be used and what its
limitations are. Instruct, train and supervise in its use.
Visitor and workers nearby, as well as personnel directly employed in the hazard are, may need to
be provided with protection.
Equipment must be kept clean and in good repair, replacements must be readily available.
EYE HAZARDS
HEAD HAZARDS
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Safety helmet, color coding - yellow for labors.
- white for Engineers/Management.
- Blue for Supervisor
- Green for Safety Officer
- Red for Electrician / Banks Men
Abrasion, cuts and punctures, impact, chemicals, electric shock, skin infection, disease or
contamination, vibration.
Wet, slipping, cuts and punctures, falling objects, chemical splashes and abrasions.
Choices - Disposable masks, half or full face respirators fitted with cartridge or canister.
EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
Careful selection. Maintenance and regular operator training is needed for compressed air, escapes
breathing apparatus, safety harnesses and life jackets.
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14.HSE ACCIDENT / INCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT FORM
Description of Injury
Injury
Name of witnesses:
& address if not otherwise known:
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MR
Signature of Investigator:
PART 1 - PEOPLE
Whatever the accident, people are either directly or indirectly associated with it. In any investigation all or a number of
the following components will provide a guide to the cause.
Serial Questions to be asked Yes/No Comments
1 Was the injured person carrying out a task that
is part of his/her normal duties?
a. Physical disability
b. Age
c. Illness
d. Medication
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g. Fatigue
h. Alcohol
i. Drug abuse
k. Horseplay
l. Disregarding instructions
a. Plant
b. Equipment
c. Materials
d. Premises
e. Services
3 Were the following in good condition
AFTER the accident, name if in any way
involved?
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a. Plant
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PART 3 - ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
There is a legal requirement for Safe Systems of Work for hazardous tasks as shown by risk assessment. It
is imperative that omissions or weaknesses are identified in this regard.
Serial Questions to be asked Yes/No Comments
1 Have the following factors been
considered and excluded as contributing
to the cause of the accident?
a Rain
b Ice
c Sun
d Snow
e Fog
f Cold
g Heat
h Humidity
I Fumes
j Vapour
k Gas
l Noise
m Radiation
n Lighting (artificial & natural)
o Premises layout
p Disrepair
q Slippery surfaces
r Difference in floor levels
s Obstructed vision
Describe conditions at the time of the
accident:
There is a legal requirement for Safe Systems of Work for hazardous tasks as shown by risk assessment. It
is imperative that omissions or weaknesses are identified in this regard.
Serial Questions to be asked Yes/No Comments
1 Has the task been the subject of a risk
assessment?
2 Were written safe systems of
work/procedures laid down for the task,
whether standard or special?
3 Did the procedures/instructions include
any reference to any hazards or the need
for a 'other procedures'?
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4 Were staff aware of the existence of these
procedures and were they trained with
regard to them, especially anyone
involved?
6 Was the task being carried out under
direct supervision?
8 Was the protective clothing or equipment
being worn or used?
10 Had the protective clothing or equipment
been subjected to examination before
use?
11 Was the first aid treatment and/or
removal of casualties to hospital speedy
and effective?
REVISION HISTORY
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15. NIGHT SAFETY WORK PLAN
Even though the planned project work hours are 7 am – 6 pm however whenever the need arises to
work at night, everyone in the project must be aware of the working at night precautions and
challenges:
On the worksite
Sleep disruption
Risk of injury from drowsiness
Impaired family or social relationships
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How Can We Protect Ourselves at Night?
Use SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS at the site for night work.
Increase visibility
Retro-reflective clothing
Flashing lights on body/clothing
Retro-reflective tape on equipment
Good work area lighting
Inspect frequently
Test drive to highlight problems
On the worksite
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16. SUMMER WORKING PLAN
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17. WASTE MANAGEMENT
OVERVIEW
Non-hazardous construction waste including excess backfilling and any other excess non-useable
site materials that meet the Saudi PME agency classifications identified by the QA/QC engineer
along with the HSE officer and will be properly disposed to the municipality construction materials
waste dump area.
Any Hazardous waste materials if any will be disposed by licensed and permitted PME certified
contractor in accordance with the material MSDS.
Wastes which will be generated during the construction phase include the following:
2. Excavated materials from earthworks (e.g. cutting road Asphalt , regarding works);
4.Wastes generated by general site practices (e.g. vehicle and plant maintenance/servicing);
and municipal wastes generated by site workers.
5.Make proper arrangements for collecting and disposing of waste and scrap.
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18. Site Safety Signs
Every Contractor / Sub-contractor shall provide appropriate signs, signals and barricades to warn the
employees of hazards to prevent accidents in each work site.
Signs and symbols provided, shall be visible at all times, when work is being performed and shall be
removed or covered promptly when the hazards no longer exist.
Danger / prohibition signs shall be used in red meaning an action is ‘Forbidden or Stop action’.
WARNING SIGNS
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Construction areas shall be posted with legible Traffic signs at points of hazard.
BARRICADES
a. Barricades in the form of railing for protection of employees against any fall into different
levels, opening or warning against any dangers nearby.
b. Barricades for protection of employees and public relating to street and lighting traffic
diversions, excavation trenches and pits.
c. The Contractor shall arrange for perimeter fencing/sheeting to protect the public from
hazards.
SIGNALLING
a. Flagman:
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When operations are such that signs, signals and barricades do not provide the necessary
protection on or adjacent to a highway or street, Flagman or other appropriate traffic control
shall be provided.
b. Crane and Hoist Signals:
Persons operating/guiding cranes and hoisting machines shall follow rules for Crane and Hoist
signaling.
1. Specific major works with, wherever possible, fully-costed and assessed alternative routes or
works proposals and a full assessment of the preferred route
2. Planned road closures ahead of time, to allow all street and road works to be planned
within such closures as far as possible.
3. Any other significant work activities affecting the roads traffic, pedestrians, motorists,
and cyclists.
The project coordinator organizes any required coordination meetings as required with the Makkah
Municipality and local city/ county authorities and service utilities representatives covering the
followings:
1- Site area land ownership claim issues.
2- Working near residential areas.
3- Working near utilities/ services lines.
4- Working near work area of other contractors.
5- Any other issues that the municipality and local authorities need to resolve.
It is our plan to get any issue handled ahead of time for the safety of the work, workers and
everyone that is affected by the issue.
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20.TRAFFIC PLAN
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Major Causes of Heavy Vehicles Accidents:
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Signals to Drivers:
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Traffic Control Tools and Accessories:
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Road Safety Signage's:
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21. EVACUATION SAFETY PLAN
Introduction:
The purpose of the Fire Safety Evacuation Plan is to identify the actions that
should be taken by the occupants in the event of a fire or similar emergency situation. The Plan
shall ensure the safety of the Road Works Pump Station occupants through fire prevention and
evacuation. The Fire Safety Evacuation Plan outlines individual responsibilities in the event of a
fire and the procedures to be followed in response to a fire.
OBJECTIVE
The Office of Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS), in conjunction with management, has
developed an evacuation plan for employees to use during alarm/emergency situations. Each
employee is requested to maintain an updated copy of the plan and be prepared to properly
respond in the event of an emergency situation.
BACKGROUND
Abuljadayel Co. is committed to minimizing the threat of fire to employees, visitors, and
property. Abuljadayel Co. complies with all applicable laws, regulations, codes, and good
practices pertaining to any emergency that needs to evacuate the work site. Abuljadayel Co.
separate Emergency Action Plan spells out the procedures for responding to cases. This
Emergency Evacuation Plan serves to reduce the risk of all staff and employee and visitors at
Abuljadayel Co.
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Fire Extinguishers:
P.A.S.S.
PULL the pin
SWEEP from side to side at the base of the fire and discharge the contents of the extinguisher.
Fire Safety Housekeeping
Fire doors are designed to prevent the spread of fire and poisonous smoke, and to provide
people with protected routes to safety in the event of fire. DO NOT WEDGE FIRE DOORS
OPEN, or store combustible materials in corridors and stairs. It is also an offence.
Staff and visitors must familiarize themselves with the location of all fire exits, fire
alarm call-points, fire extinguishers and the Fire Assembly Point.
RAISE THE ALARM - Shout FIRE, FIRE, FIRE! and operate the nearest fire alarm
call-point to warn everyone, if there is a fire
Inspection and Maintenance
Portable Fire Extinguishers
1. Manually inspected when initially placed service.
2. Shall be inspected either manually or by means of an electronic monitoring device system at a
minimum of once per month.
3. The procedures shall include a check of at least the following items.
Location in designated place
No obstruction to access or visibility
Ensure gauge reading or indicator in the operable range or position
Fullness determined by weighing or lifting for self-expelling
4.Personnel performing manual inspections shall keep records of all fire extinguishers inspected,
including those found to require corrective action.
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An alert and educated staff is the most valuable resource for fire protection. Fire hazards arise from
unsafe conditions and practices. Every employee has a responsibility and vested interest in making a
concerted effort to correct and improve their work conditions and practices. Fire hazards include, but
are not limited to:
In the event of an alarm/fire employees should practice the procedures associated with the acronym
“RACE”.
A : Alarm… Activate the nearest MANUAL PULL STATION and notify the fire department by
dialing 998 (“I want to report a fire at…”); Inform other occupants.
E : Evacuate the facility using established procedures. Extinguish fire by using a portable fire
extinguisher. (Unless you have been properly trained, never attempt to use a fire
extinguisher) Report fire/pull alarm first; extinguish after. Never attempt to extinguish a fire
unless you can do so safely.
HSE Department shall regularly evaluate the presence of combustible materials at Abuljadayel Co.
Certain types of substances can ignite at relatively low temperatures or pose a risk of catastrophic
explosion if ignited. Such substances obviously require special care and handling.
1.Class A combustibles.
These include common combustible materials (wood, paper, cloth, rubber, and plastics) that can act
as fuel and are found in non-specialized areas such as offices.
Water, multi-purpose dry chemical (ABC), and halon 1211 are approved fire extinguishing agents
for Class A combustibles.
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2.Class B combustibles.
These include flammable and combustible liquids (oils, greases, tars, oil-based paints, and lacquers),
flammable gases, and flammable aerosols.
a. Use only approved pumps, taking suction from the top, to dispense liquids from tanks,
drums, barrels, or similar containers (or use approved self-closing valves or faucets).
b. Do not dispense Class B flammable liquids into containers unless the nozzle and container
are electrically interconnected by contact or by a bonding wire. Either the tank or container must
be grounded.
Store, handle, and use Class B combustibles only in approved locations where vapors are prevented
from reaching ignition sources such as heating or electric equipment, open flames, or mechanical or
electric sparks.
a. Do not use a flammable liquid as a cleaning agent inside a building (the only exception is
in a closed machine approved for cleaning with flammable liquids).
b. Do not use, handle, or store Class B combustibles near exits, stairs, or any other areas
normally used as exits.
c. Do not weld, cut, grind, or use unsafe electrical appliances or equipment near Class B
combustibles.
d. Do not generate heat, allow an open flame, or smoke near Class B combustibles.
e. Know the location of and how to use the nearest portable fire extinguisher rated for Class B
fire.
Water should not be used to extinguish Class B fires caused by flammable liquids. Water can cause
the burning liquid to spread, making the fire worse. To extinguish a fire caused by flammable
liquids, exclude the air around the burning liquid. The following fire-extinguishing agents are
approved for Class B combustibles: carbon dioxide, multi-purpose dry chemical (ABC), halon
1301, and halon 1211. (NOTE: Halon has been determined to be an ozone-depleting substance and
is no longer being manufactured. Existing systems using halon can be kept in place.)
3. Smoking
Smoking is prohibited in all Abuljadayel Co. buildings. Certain outdoor areas may
also be designated as no smoking areas. The areas in which smoking is prohibited outdoors are
identified by NO SMOKING signs.
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4. Training
HSE Department shall present basic fire prevention training to all employees upon employment, and
shall maintain documentation of the training, which includes:
Supervisors shall train employees about the fire hazards associated with the specific materials
and processes to which they are exposed, and will maintain documentation of the training.
Employees will receive this training:
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General Fire Prevention Checklist
Use this checklist to ensure fire prevention measures conform with the general fire prevention
requirements found in OSHA standards.
□ Yes □ No Is the local fire department acquainted with your facility, its location, and
specific hazards?
□ Yes □ No If you have interior stand pipes and valves, are they inspected regularly?
□ Yes □ No If you have outside private fire hydrants, are they on a routine preventive
maintenance schedule and flushed at least once a year?
□ Yes □ No Are fire doors and shutters unobstructed and protected against obstructions,
including their counterweights?
□ Yes □ No Are automatic sprinkler system water control valves, air pressure, and water
pressure checked weekly or periodically?
□ Yes □ No Has responsibility for the maintenance of automatic sprinkler systems been
assigned to an employee or contractor?
□ Yes □ No Are portable fire extinguishers provided in adequate number and type?*
□ Yes □ No Are fire extinguishers recharged regularly with the recharge date noted on an
inspection tag?*
□ Yes □ No Are employees periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire
protection procedures?*
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22.HSE COMMUNICATION MEETING:
1 INTRODUCTION
Communication allows people, tasks, processes and systems to interact purposively and co-
operatively to achieve health, safety and environment (HSE) objectives. The way we communicate
about safety will influence whether or not people will understand and participate in the safety
process, and the language we use will often determine whether the process is accepted or rejected.
Merely training people to work safely will often not be sufficient. It may be necessary to provide
forms of motivation and publicity to encourage them to take responsibility for their own health and
safety, and that of others. The methods used will need to create an atmosphere that promotes safe
behavior, and reminds and reinforces the benefits for employees and the organization of working
safely.
The process of safety communication is like traffic on a road. You need to plan the route to your
destination, respond to signals and signs, take a different route if your path is blocked, modify your
approach according to the conditions (motivation, culture, status, etc.), and slow down when required.
The meaning of our communication is just not what the sender thinks it is – it relies on the response
from the recipient. It takes time and effort to perfect the techniques that help us to convey our safety
messages effectively.
Management commitment to
minimizing risks in the operations, and Accept responsibility for Demonstrating the employer’s
complying with all relevant health and HSE personal commitment, values and
safety legislation Become involved in HSE expectations
Provide resources Supervising and monitoring work
Change attitude to risk performance
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Employees contribute most effectively
in an organizational culture based on Atmosphere of trust, Assessing competency and
trust and cooperation encouragement and reward providing revision of training when
in terms of HSE required
3.Types of Communication
There are many examples of technical strategies for safety communication. The most commonly used
methods for internal communication include presentations to senior management, staff and HSE
Committees, team meetings, emails, videos, notice boards, newsletters, poster displays and signage.
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3.4 Manuals, checklists and operating procedures
Abuljadayel Co. safety manual consolidates the rules and requirements for working safely. Checklists
can used be as ‘checking tools’ (e.g., inspection checklists) or guideline tools (e.g., operating
checklists) to help prevent incidents and miscommunications, increase hazard reporting, better
operate equipment, and make informed decisions about operation. Maintenance logbooks provide a
historical profile of plant and machinery. Operating procedures provide advice on acceptable/safe
work practices. The lock-out or tag-out of faulty equipment or work in progress can communicate
potential danger.
3.6 Training
Training is conducted to respond to gaps in knowledge (proactive approach), to target high-risk
groups or areas (reactive approach), and to adjust perception of risk. Programs that work well are
applicable to lifestyles both at and away from the workplace, e.g., personal fitness, hygiene, cancer
awareness, workplace stress. To instill positive attitudes and behaviors toward HSE, proactive
programs must be designed with staff’s needs in mind. Training in safe work methods should involve
raising employee’s awareness of their true values towards health and safety. For example, employees
may believe that they value cutting corners to get to a meal break because they have not consciously
considered their more long-term values. Long-term values include being able to work without injury
so they can continue to provide for their family. An effective tool is to ask employees to consider
what they truly value more, overriding a machine guard to finish the job earlier (at the risk of being
severely injured) or working safely to be able to continue to provide for their family.
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Safety Awareness Posters:
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23.Health & Hygiene
Introduction to Health & Hygiene:
Health is a state of physical Mental and Social well-being, its involve more than just the
absence of disease, Physical fitness is a good bodily health and is the result of regular exercise proper
diet, Nutrition and proper rest for physical recovery mental health refers to an individual’s emotional
and psychological well-being.
General Hygiene
Good personal hygiene and hygienic working practices are important
both in the prevention of contamination of drinking water supplies and in the maintenance of the
health of those employed with sewage.
1. A habit of thorough hand and forearm washing is sufficient to prevent cross contamination.
Hands should be washed :-
- Prior to eating, drinking or smoking
- After using the toilet
- Before using the toilet where work involves sewage
- After any contamination
2. Avoid rubbing your nose or mouth with your hands during work and avoid nail biting.
3. Ensure that exposed, broken skin areas are covered with a waterproof dressing whilst at work.
4. Protective clothing is provided for the tasks to be undertaken. These should be used whenever
possible (especially gloves). Where relevant, on site laundry facilities are provided for the use of all
employees who work with sewage. This is to reduce the risk of cross contamination. It is advisable to
change personal clothing before going home
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Gastroenteritis, characterized by cramping stomach pains, diarrhea and vomiting.
Weil’s Disease, a flu-like illness persistent and severe headache, transmitted by rat
urine. Damage to liver, kidneys and blood may occur and the condition can be fatal.
-- Hepatitis, characterized by inflammation of the liver, and jaundice.
-- Occupational asthma, resulting in attacks of breathlessness, chest tightness and wheezing,
and produced by the inhalation of living or dead organisms.
-- Infection of the skin or eyes.
-- Rarely, allergic alveolitis (inflammation of the lung) with fever, breathlessness, dry cough, and
aching muscles and joints.
DISEASES:
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persistent immunity, a booster dose is recommended between 6 and 12 months after primary
immunization. This will give protection for up to 10 years. Vaccination is available through your GP.
3. In the event of any contamination to the mucosa of the eyes, nose, and mouth:-
a. Irrigate with plenty of water
b. Complete an accident form
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24. WELFARE FACILITIES AT WORKPLACE
Enough toilets and wash basins for all those expected to use them - people should not be expected
to queue for long periods to go to the toilet.
Cleaned and maintained facilities - walls and floors should be tiled or covered in suitable
waterproof material where possible to make them easier to clean.
A supply of toilet paper and, for female employees, a means of disposing of sanitary dressings.
Facilities that are well lit and ventilated, have adequate protection from the weather, and are
connected to a suitable drainage system with an effective means for flushing with water.
Hot and cold running water.
Enough soap or other washing agents.
A basin large enough to wash hands and, where necessary because of the nature of the work,
forearms.
A means of drying hands - a hot-air dryer or paper towels (with adequate paper towel waste
removal).
Number of Workers Number of Toilets Number of Washbasins
1 to 5 1 1
6 to 25 2 2
26 to 50 3 3
51 to 75 4 4
76 to 100 5 5
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2. Clothing storage
To minimize the risk of employees' own clothing coming into contact with contaminated, dirty or
wet, work-soiled clothing, Abuljadayel co. provide separate storage for clean clothing and
contaminated work wear. This separated storage area should allow wet clothing to be hung up to dry
during the course of the working day and, consequently, should be well ventilated.
Be readily accessible
Contain - or lead directly to - washing facilities and a clothing storage area
Provide a means for hanging clothes up (a hook or peg may be sufficient)
Ensure the privacy of the user.
In offices and other reasonably clean workplaces, work seats or other seats in the work area will be
sufficient if the resting employees are not exposed to excessive disturbance during their breaks, for
example through contact with members of the public. In other cases, one or more separate rest rooms
or areas should be provided. These should be large enough and have enough seats with backrests and
tables for the number of employees likely to use them at any one time.
4. Garbage / refuse
Wherever practicable, waste shall be segregated into burnable, non-burnable such as glass, plastic,
metal etc. and reclaimed materials.
All garbage/ refuse containers shall be made of durable, non- absorbent, easily cleanable materials.
They shall be designed and constructed to that they do not leak and shall be provided with tight-
fitting covers which must be kept in the closed position when not in use.
Small containers shall be lined with heavy duty plastic bags to minimize cleaning requirements and
facilities easy removal of contents
Garbage and refuse shall be disposed of often enough to prevent the development of odour
and attraction of insects and rodents.
In Summary, for Abuljadayel Co. Safety is First, Last and Everything in Between
In addition, we will follow and comply with the Louis Berger project HSE plan, procedures,
suggestion and corrective action where applicable.
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