SGS Rules For Life

I WORK SAFELY IN CONFINED SPACES

I work safely in confined spaces

I have a valid Permit to Work for confined space before

entering.
I follow the Permit to Work requirements.
I confirm that all relevant energy sources are isolated.
I confirm that the atmosphere (air space) has been
tested and is continually monitored.
I inspect and use my breathing apparatus when
required.
I ensure an attendant is standing by.
I check the rescue plan is effective and in place before
entering.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
 SGS Rules For Life

I FOLLOW WORKPLACE & DRIVING RULES

I follow workplace & driving rules

I never work or drive under the influence of drugs and /

or alcohol.
I always wear my seat belt in vehicles.
I observe speed limits and reduce my speed based on
road, weather conditions and road signage.
I am fit, rested and fully alert while working & driving
and stop when I am tired.
I check and follow any travel management plans.
I do not use a cell phone while driving except in cases
of emergency.
I obtain authorisation before overriding or disabling
safety-controls, deviating from procedures or crossing
a barrier.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
 SGS Rules For Life

I ISOLATE ALL TYPES OF ENERGY

I isolate all types of energy

I have identified all types of energy sources.

I have ensured that the hazardous energy sources have
been isolated, locked and tagged.
I have tested to verify the lock out is effective.
I have checked that there is zero residual or stored
energy.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
SGS Rules For Life

I WORK SAFELY AT HEIGHT

I work safely at height

I have a valid Permit to Work / authorization when

working at height outside a protected area.
I wear suitable fall protection and inspect the
equipment before use.
I tie off 100% to approved anchor points.
I secure tools and work materials to prevent objects
falling.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
 SGS Rules For Life

I WEAR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

I wear personal protective equipment

I use all the personal protective equipment necessary

for my tasks as described in the risk assessments.
I wear a personal flotation device (PFD) in areas with
there is a risk of falling into water.
I wear a helmet and hi-visibility reflective clothing
while riding a motorcycle.
I wear hi-visibility jacket when working around mobile
equipment.
I wear a harness with a life-line attached when
entering containment areas where the material is
uneven, cone shaped or funneled.
I wear respiratory protection when there is a risk of
atmospheric contaminant or oxygen deficient
atmospheres.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
 SGS Rules For Life

I WORK WITH A VALID PERMIT WHEN REQUIRED

I work with a valid permit when
required

I have confirmed if a Permit to Work / authorization is

required.
I am authorised to perform the work.
I understand the content of the Permit to Work /
authorization.
I have confirmed that hazards are controlled, and it is
safe to start.
I stop work and reassess if any risks or conditions
change.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
 SGS Rules For Life

I STAY OUT OF THE LINE OF FIRE

I stay out of the line of fire

I avoid standing or position myself in the way of moving

or falling objects.
I ensure I am always visible or out of the way of moving
vehicles.
I stay out of the path of stored energy.
I stay out of the way of items or objects under tension.
I never place hands or any body part in equipment that
can rotate, move of turn.

SGS Life-Saving Rules are common controls of the workplace risks of our
industry, which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
 SGS Rules For Life

I CONTROL FLAMMABLES AND IGNITION

SOURCES
I control flammables and ignition
sources

I identify and control all sources of ignition.

I always use intrinsically safe devices in workplaces
with explosive atmospheres.
Before starting any hot works:
I remove all flammable materials from the work area.
I obtain Hot Works permit before starting.
Before starting any hot works in area of potential
flammable atmosphere:
I have isolated any gas sources.
I have ventilated the area & tested the air.
I will continuously monitor the air.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.
 SGS Rules For Life

I CONTROL THE RISK OF ENGULFMENT &

SUFFOCATION
I control the risk of engulfment &
suffocation

I identify any potential engulfment risk areas.

I confirm that safe walking areas are clearly marked.
I do not work in areas where piles of materials could
collapse or shift (I will stay out of the Line of Fire).
I do not enter any ground excavation unless it is
properly shored / supported.
I confirm that an attendant is standing by for emergency
extraction.

SGS Rules for Life are common controls of the main workplace risks,
which we all need to be aware of, and know how to apply.