Health Safety Management Plan

Saudi Hadaid Factory Issue Date 20-8-2022
HEALTH & SAFETY MANGEMENT

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OJE
Prepared By Approved By
Name Eyad Fuad
Dept. HSE Top Management
Signature

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INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION 7
2. PURPOSE 7
3. SCOPE OF WORK 7
4. DEFINITIONS 8
5. HSE OBJECTIVES 9
6. ADMINISTRATION 11
6.1. ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE 11
6.2. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 11
6.3. HSE ORGANIZATION CHART 17
6.4. FITNESS FOR WORKS – ALCOHOL & DRUGS 18
6.5. TRAINING AND EDUCATION 18
6.5.1. CLIENT ES&H INDUCTION 19
6.5.2. OTHER TRAININGS 19
6.5.3. TOOLBOX TALKS (TBT) 21
6.5.4. SPECIALIZED 21
6.5.5. RECORDS 21
6.6. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AND RECORDKEEPING 21
6.6.1. ENVIRONMENT, SAFETY AND HEALTH DOCUMENTATION/RECORDKEEPIN 21
6.6.2. SITE INFORMATION CLIPBOARD 21
6.6.3. SAFETY BULLETINS/OTHER IMPORTANT SAFETY 22
7. PROCEDURE FOR OPERATIONAL CONTROL 22
7.1. PURPOSE 22
7.2. SCOPE 22
7.3. OPERATIONAL CONTROL (HSE ACTIVITIES) 22
8. SITE HSE INSPECTIONS
8.1. DAILY INSPECTION 25
8.2. ACTION AGAINST NON-CONFORMITY 25
8.3. WEEKLY SAFETY INSPECTION
8.4. PERIODICAL INSPECTION OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 27
8.5. FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION 27
8.6. RIGGING EQUIPMENT / LIFTING TACKLES 27
8.7. HAND TOOLS & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPES) INSPECTION 27
8.8. COLOR CODING 28

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8.9. RISK MANAGEMENT 28

GENERAL RISK IDENTIFICATION & EVALUATION 29
9. FIELD EXECUTION 30
9.1. SIGNS & BARRICADES 30
9.1.1. WARNING 30
9.1.2. PROTECTIVE BARRICADES 30
9.1.3. SIGNS OR 30
9.2. CRANES AND RIGGING OPERATIONS 30
9.2.1. ALL LIFTING OPERATIONS 31
9.2.2. GENERAL 31
9.2.3. CRITICAL LIFTS 31
9.3. SCAFFOLDS AND LADDERS 32
9.3.1. SCAFFOLD ERECTION/DISMANTLING 32
9.3.2. BRACKET 33
9.3.3. GENERAL LADDER SPECIFICATIONS 34
9.3.4. SAFE USE OF LADDERS 35
9.3.5. INSPECTING LADDERS
9.3.6. STORING AND TRANSPORTING LADDERS 35
9.4. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 35
9.4.1. HEAD PROTECTION 36
9.4.2. EYE 36
9.4.3. HEARING PROTECTION 36
9.4.4. FOOT PROTECTION 37
9.4.5. HAND PROTECTION 37
9.4.6. PERSONAL FALL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT 37
9.4.7. INSPECTION AND CARE OF EQUIPMENT 38
9.5. SAFE USE OF AERIAL LIFT DEVICES 38
9.5.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND TRAINING 38
9.6. SAFE USE OF SUSPENDED PERSONNEL PLATFORMS 38
9.6.1. PERSONNEL LIFT PLAN 39
9.6.2. TRIAL LIFT 39
9.7. WELDING, CUTTING, AND OTHER HOT WORK 39
9.7.1. HOSES 40
9.7.2. WELDING AND CUTTING 40
9.7.3. EXOTHERMIC WELD REQUIREMENTS (CAD-WELD) 41
9.7.4. STORAGE OF GAS CYLINDERS

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9.7.5. HANDLING OF GAS CYLINDERS 42

9.8. FIRE PREVENTION & PROTECTION PLAN 42
9.8.1. GENERAL REQUIRMENTS 42
9.8.2. FIRE WATCHER/STAND-BY MAN REQUIRMENT 43
9.8.3. FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRANING PROGRAM 44
9.9. ILLUMINATION 44
9.9.1. AREA 44
9.10. ELECTRICAL SAFETY 45
9.10.1. GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICES 45
9.11. TOOLS AND PORTABLE POWER TOOLS 45
9.11.1. HAND TOOLS
9.11.2. PORTABLE POWER TOOLS 46
9.11.3. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 47
9.11.4. GRINDERS 47
9.11.5. DRILLS 48
9.11.6. PNEUMATIC TOOLS 48
9.12. CONSTRUCTION HEAVY EQUIPMENT 48
9.13. GENERAL SAFETY 49
10. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & EVACUATION 50
10.1. EMERGENCY EVACUATION / RESPONSE PLAN 50
10.2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 50
11. INCIDENT & ACCIDENT 51
11.1. ASSESS 51
11.2. MANAGE 51
11.3. NOTIFY 52
11.4. INVESTIGATE 52
11.5. INCIDENT & ACCIDENT 52
11.6. INCIDENT/ ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION 52
11.7. FOLLOW UP 53
11.8. SANCTIONS 53
12. FIRST AID FACILITIES 53
12.1. LIST OF FIRST AID SUPPLIES 53
12.2. FIRST AID TRAINING & CERTIFICATION 53
12.3. MEDICAL EVACUATION PROCEDURE 54
13. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS & COMMUNICATION 55
13.1. STORAGE 55

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13.2. MSDSS, TRAINING / ORIENTATION 55

13.3. LABELING / WARNING NOTICES 55
13.4. INVENTORY LIST 56
14. SANITATION & HOUSEKEEPING PROCEDURE 56
15. FALL PROTECTION 56
15.1. OBJECTIVE 56
15.2. POLICY 56
15.3. GLOSSARY 57
15.4. ASSIGNMENT OF 57
15.5. TRAINING 58
15.6. FALL PROTECTION SYSTEM 58
15.7. TASKS AND WORK AREAS REQUIRING FALL PROTECTION 59
15.8. ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION 60
15.9. ENFORCEMENT 60
16. CONFINED SPACE
17. HEALTH AND OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE 64
18. HEAT STRESS PREVENTION PLAN
18.1. HEAT STRESS PREVENTION AND CONTROL 66
19. DEMOBILIZATION 66
20. REFERENCES 67
ATTACHMENT (A) HEAT STRESS MANAGEMENT 68

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1. INTRODUCTION
This Health & Safety plan contains management programs, work practices, and field
execution work processes (hereinafter referred to as the HS plan) that SHF will comply with
during execution of work on SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project. The HSE plan is not the only source
of ES&H requirements for the project. The program contains Client’s standards and
regulations and local regulatory compliance. Compliance with this program does not relieve
SHF of its obligation to comply with all applicable laws and revisions there to governing ES&H
requirements.
SHF shall follow, comply with, and implement all Client, project specific standards, procedures
and policies, SHF may also use Client’s procedures and policies as an absolute minimum,
and comply with all applicable local standards. SHF field execution process must be according
to project procedures. SHF assumes sole responsibility for implementing and complying with
the HS plan. To this end, SHF will ensure that each manager and supervisor receives training
on the contents of this HS plan and that the HS plan is provided to all lower-tier employees.
A paper copy of this environment, safety, and health plan will be maintained on the job site.
2. PURPOSE
The Construction Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Plan has been developed to
provide the necessary guidelines to enable SHF to effectively manage health, safety and
environmental requirements and conduct its undertakings in such a manner as to minimize
any potential HSE hazards and risks during construction activities. The purpose of this plan
is not to substitute the contractual HSE requirements, but to provide clear guidelines to
members of SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project on the SHF’s HSE criteria to be applied during the
construction periods.
3. SCOPE OF WORK
SHF Scopes are design, engineering, supply, fabrication, field erection and related works for
potable water storage tanks and its steel. SHF will provide sufficient manpower for the activity
and the required equipment’s for the tank erection works in SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project.

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4. DEFINITIONS
SHF : Saudi Hadaid Factory
ANSI : American National Standards Institute
ALARP : As Low As Reasonably Practicable
CE : European Conformity
Client/Contractor :
CM : Construction Manager
CPR : Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
dB : Decibels (Unit of sound)
ELCB : Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker
EN : European Normalization Standard
FBH : Full Body Harness
GFCI : Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
HS : Health & Safety
HSE (ES&H) : Health, Safety & Environment
HSEM : HSE Manager
HSSE : Health, Safety, Security & Environment
ISO : International Standard Organization
LOTO : Lock-Out Tag-Out
LTI : Lost Time Injury
MEDEVAC : Medical Evacuation
MS : Method of Statement
MSDS : Material Safety Data Sheet
OSHA : Occupational Safety & Health Administration
PFPS : Personal Fall Protection System
PM : Project Manager
PPE : Personal Protective Equipment
Project :
RA : Risk Assessment
SWP : Safe Work Procedure
TBT : Toolbox Talk

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5. HSE OBJECTIVES
Sl Objective Target Monitoring Tool

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01 Implementing SHF policy  Zero Fatalities  Weekly

for Zero Harm to  Zero LTI statistical
employees and  IR ≤ 1 reports
environment.  ZERO Releases or spills to
the Environment
02 100% Customer  Zero Customer complaints  Client

Satisfaction evaluation
 Total compliance with all
applicable Saudi Reports
Government safety, health,
and environmental
regulations.
 Total compliance with all
applicable safety
requirements for Client
03 Improve safety culture
through training and  500 Man-hour
 Training Matrix
awareness of
training/month
04 Implement 100% process  100% Hazard  Method Statements

– safety policy identification and risk  JSA
assessment for all  RA
activities

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6. ADMINISTRATION
6.1. ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
SHF management is responsible for developing a program organization that provides

professional and appropriate ES&H advice and support to line management.
Typical ES&H organization activities include:
 Providing ES&H advice to all levels of the organization.

 Ensuring that technical ES&H resources are available.
 Establishing and maintaining ES&H training requirements and programs.
 Requiring implementation of this ES&H Program.
 Continually assessing hazards and amending work execution plans through Job Safety
Analyses.
 Ensuring that ES&H audits and assessments are conducted, and follow-up corrective actions
implemented.
 Monitoring and disseminating information on local ES&H regulatory requirements.
 Supporting emergency response plans and procedures.
 Supporting incident reporting and investigation.
 Measuring and communicating ES&H performance.
 Monitoring and assessing lower-tier subcontractor (if available) ES&H performance.
 Informing Client, whenever safety hazards/unsafe behavior are identified.
6.2. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
SHF top management must ensure that safety and accident prevention policies are clearly
understood by all employees. The duties and responsibilities of employees, supervisors, and
management must be stated in writing by the company's management. All employees should
satisfactorily discharge the responsibilities of their job and be aware that their safety record will be
taken into account during performance appraisals.
The main responsibilities of various members of a construction team are cited in the following:
 Project Manager (PM)
 Assuring that approved HSE procedures are adopted for defining methods and systems to be
applied.
 Assuring that all Client regulations, standards, procedures, and other requirements in matters
of HSE are adhered to.

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 Coordinate HSE activities between Client, Subcontractors and any other individual contractors
who may be working on the same site.
 Appoints Construction HSE Manager (CHSEM) and HSE staff.
 Knows the requirements of the Contract (Health, Safety and Environmental Requirements)”
and Client Construction Safety Manual, relevant part of Saudi government regulations, and
ensure that they are observed.
 Understands HSE Policy & Objectives and appreciates the responsibility allocated to each
grade of supervision.
 Ensures that subcontractors (If available) are adequate to cover sound working methods.
 Establishes and promotes practices and procedures to prevent accident.
 Determines at the planning stage:
 The most appropriate order and method of working.
 Storage areas, access, etc.
 Facilities for welfare, first aid, and sanitation.
 Work Permit Procedures and requirement.
 Basic fire precautions.
 Construction Manager (CM)
 Understand the company's safety policy and the responsibility allocated to each grade of
supervision.
 Know the requirements of Client and relevant Saudi Government Workmen's Regulations,
and ensure that they are observed.
 Ensure that tenders adequately allow for sound working methods and reasonable welfare
facilities.
 Determine the following at the planning stage:
 The most appropriate order and method of performing the job.
 Allocation of responsibilities for Client, sub-contractors, and other contractors.
 Material Storage areas, access, etc.
 Any hazards identified under the hazard identification procedure described in JHA
 Facilities for welfare, first aid and sanitation.
 Work permits procedures and requirements.
 Basic precautions for dealing with fire hazards.
 Check over work methods and precautions with supervision before work starts.
 Set a personal example on site by wearing appropriate protective clothing and equipment at
all times.
 Site HSE Manager (HSEM)
 Understand and implement the HSE requirements of Client and the company's loss
prevention policy.
 Set a personal example.

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 Advise management on the following:

 Ways to prevent injury to personnel, damage to plant and/or equipment and fires.
 Ways to improve existing work methods.
 Legal and contractual requirements affecting safety, health and welfare.
 Provision and use of protective clothing and equipment.
 Potential hazards on site before work starts and on the safety organization and fire
precautions required.
 Changes in safety requirements.
 Determine the cause of any accident (or dangerous occurrence), and recommend means of
preventing recurrence of such an incident.
 Supervise the recording and analysis of information on injuries, damage and production loss.
Assess accident trends and review overall safety performance.
 Assist with training employees at all levels.
 Foster within the company an understanding that injury prevention and damage control are
an integral part of business and operational efficiency.
 Attend job progress meetings where safety is an item on the agenda.
 Report on job safety performance.
 HSE Supervisor
 Supervises and directs HSE Officers and ensures that they carry out their daily routine jobs
as well as report any HSE matters observed.
 Inspects the worksite daily and reports and correct unsafe acts and conditions.
 Acts in an advisory capacity on all matters pertaining to safety as required for the guidance of
management.
 Maintains the accident / incident record system, making necessary reports,
 Make personal inspections for the purpose of identifying and correcting unsafe / acts /
conditions or unsafe work practices before they cause accidents.
 Control the supervision of fire-fighting equipment and activities.
 Manage and record site induction records.
 Field Safety Officers
HSE officers shall assist Site HSE Manager (HSEM) and HSE Supervisor by ensuring that the
provisions of HSE Plan and Client HSE requirements are correctly complied with by SHF personnel
and Subcontractors (if available) in each working area. They ensure direct supervision and
coordination of Subcontractor’s activities and day to day contacts with them to deal with any related
HSE matters.
HSE officer’s general responsibilities include, but not limited to:

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 Carry out site surveys to see that only safe work methods are in operation, that health and
safety requirements are being observed, and welfare and first aid facilities are adequate and
properly maintained.
 Keep a permanent record of all injuries, fires, motor vehicle accidents (MVAs), property
damage and crane/heavy equipment accidents which have occurred at the site.
 Keep a record of every weekly safety meeting on site complete with subject discussed and a
list of attendees.
 Set a personal example.
 Inspect the work site daily to report and correct unsafe methods and conditions.
 Make sure that all the activities are carried out by the safe way.
 Provide advice and guidance to the employees.
 Clinic Doctor or Nurse
Clinic Doctor or Nurse is responsible for all the clinic operations and taking of decision regarding
Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC).
 Develops operation plan of the Site Clinic.

 Requests the purchase of the medical equipment, facilities, and medicine, as necessary.
 Check sanitary conditions of Camp facilities on a regular basis
 Arranging the provision of adequate first aid at selected areas on site and in the camp.
 Reports daily to Construction HSE Manager on the Health matters.
 Environmental Coordinator
 Site HSE Supervisor shall cover the role.

 Understand and implement the HSE policy
 Follow up the waste management program
 Control the storing, handling and usage of chemical and hazardous materials
 Participate in the hazard communication programs
 Site Engineer/Supervisor
Generally, assist the PM and site HSEM in the execution of their duties and in particular:
The site engineers and supervisors' general responsibilities include, but not limited to:
 Being familiar with the requirements and recommendations for Safe Working Practices, Method
Statements and Hazard Identification etc. applicable to their workplace and ensure that they
are enforced.
 Incorporating HSE instructions into the routine day to day orders and make sure workers
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 Preventing site workers from taking unnecessary risks.

 Ensuring that all operators/labor are suitably trained for the work in which they will be
engaged in.
 Ensuring that all-new employees, subcontractor’s personnel adopt correct HSE precautions.
 Checking that all plant and equipment including power and hand tools are maintained in a
good condition and remove from use of any defective items.
 Maintaining tidy and safe working areas.
 Maintaining all facilities in a clean and safe condition.
 Ensuring that all operator/labor are provided with, and use approved personal protective
equipment.
 Ensuring that instructions are given in the use of any potentially hazardous materials.
 Ensuring that other persons including Client representatives, other contractors are protected
from the work activities of SHF and its subcontractors (if available).
 Discouraging horseplay and take action against those who consistently fail to obey HSE rules
and regulations
 Stopping any activity on site if in their opinion there is an immediate risk of injury to any site
personnel, or the possibility of a dangerous occurrence happening.
 Setting a personal example.
 Foreman
 Incorporate safety procedures in routine tasks and see that they are obeyed.
 Conduct weekly safety meetings with subordinates.
 Conduct daily work site inspections to identify and correct any existing unsafe conditions.
Document and coordinate the safety inspection activities and findings with the job site safety
supervisor.
 Correct unsafe acts, such as horseplay or the taking of unnecessary risks.
 Ensure that new employees are properly instructed in precautions to be taken before they
are allowed to start work.
 Commend men who, by action or initiative, eliminate hazards.
 Report accidents, unsafe conditions, and defects in equipment to immediate superiors.

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 All Employees
It is the duty of every employee while at work.
 Take reasonable care for the health and safety of him and of others who may be affected by his
acts or omissions at work.
 Cooperate with SHF in complying with any requirement or duty imposed by any other person
or under Client regulation.
 Freely report any concern regarding HSE to their Manager.
 Make themselves aware of and adhere to the rules and regulations on HSE at work as detailed
in SHF’s HSE policy.
 Familiarize themselves with HSE arrangements, first aid facilities and fire/emergency
procedures in each work.
 Wear the correct personnel protective equipment (PPE) wherever the wearing of such
protection is obligatory or desirable.
 Report all accidents, potential accidents or illness to their manager/supervisor and submit a
written report on SHF’s report forms.
 Not operate any equipment if operators have not specifically been trained and certified to
operate.
 Not indulge in horseplay or other dangerous practices which may endanger HSE of people at
work.
 Carry out all activities in a safe manner under the principle of respect for human life and nature
 Adhere to all applicable national and international regulations.
 Stop all unsafe activities
It is the responsibility of each and every employee to work safely and efficiently and to be aware of
the importance of health, safety and environment at work. Failure to comply with SHF’s HSE
regulations and procedures, or any contravention of these regulations or procedures is a discipline
offense.

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6.3. HSE ORGANIZATION CHART (TENTATIVE)
Note: During the mobilization of HSE personnel at site SHF will always maintain the HSE
ratio with manpower is as per contractor HSE requirements (1:40 in daytime and 1:25 in
nighttime). And as per high-risk category of activity, SHF will do designated HSE
assignment without considering the ratio or/and as recommended by the contractor.

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6.4. FITNESS FOR WORKS – ALCOHOL & DRUGS
This procedure sets out the requirements of the drug and alcohol testing process so that all team
members are aware of what is expected of them and how they can expect to be treated. The
objectives of the process are to provide a safe working environment by minimizing the risks
associated with the inappropriate use of alcohol and other drugs.
A person must not bring on to and/or have any alcohol or drugs in their possession or control in
any work area unless they are for legitimate medical purposes and, if they have the potential to
affect fitness for work, are authorized by their supervisor.
A qualified and/or trained person will be appointed to conduct testing for alcohol and drugs.
A person will be required to undergo a test for the presence of alcohol or drugs:
 during pre-employment screening
 following a significant ESH incident
 where a concern exists from observed behavior
 as part of a random testing program
 there is other information or circumstances which make it reasonable for testing to occur
 as the requirement by client
A positive test result will be recorded for a person:
 that refuses a test

 fails to report for testing one (1) hour after notification
 fails to supply a sample within two (2) hours of the commencement of testing
On receipt of a positive confirmatory result from the laboratory the person is to be notified and the
person can elect to:
 accept the result as a positive test; or

 provide clearance from a registered medical provider that the person is fit to work
On receipt of a clearance from a registered medical provider the person can return to work with a
negative result recorded. The person’s supervisor is also to be notified of a negative result.
6.5. TRAINING AND EDUCATION
The most direct way to develop the desired attitudes and to impart the necessary information
about safety to supervisors is to give them safety training.
All employees must attend a basic induction training course delivered by HSE department. At a
minimum this induction package will contain the following elements:
 Induction course
 First –aid training
 Accident reporting

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 Emergency procedures
 Specific hazards
 Boundaries of the work area
 Security Rules
 Waste disposal
 Permit to Work
 Other training relevant to the task
Records of training will be retained in HSE department.

The course for supervisors should include legal requirements, company and administrative policies
and safety aspects of the work likely to be undertaken by the supervisors. An outline of such a
course is given in training program below.
7.5.1. Client ES&H Induction
 All of SHF personnel working on SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project will go through Client’s induction
course prior work start.
 SHF will send a prior list to the trainer for approval. Training will be provided to the employees
in their native language.
 SHF will follow the project training schedule and the package.
 SHF will provide suitably capable and quantity of personnel to assist in conducting and
translating Client’s inductions (if required).
 Following successful completion of the General Induction, new arrivals shall be given a more
specific induction from their direct supervisor or appointed HSE representative.
 The Specific Induction shall serve as an opportunity for the employer to show the employees
a genuine commitment to his or her health, safety and welfare, and shall include more in- depth
information on hazards associated with work they will be expected to perform, and
familiarization with work colleagues and workplace.
 SHF HSE will give safety induction for all SHF workers before starting the project.
7.5.2. Other Trainings
The following Training Matrix details the education and training requirements specified within the
ES&H Program to be provided by SHF with the cooperation of Client.
Sl. Training Topic Audience
01 Heavy equipment’s use, including certification Operators
02 Safety, Health and Environment standards Managers, Supervisors


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03 Project Manager safety policy All Employees
04 General Safety and Health responsibilities All Employees
05 Job site rules All employees
06 Personal protective equipment’s All employees
07 Job hazard analysis Managers, Supervisors

Based on supervisors’
08 First aid including certification
nomination
09 Rigging safety rules and certification Riggers
10 Emergency procedures All Employees
Managers, Supervisors,
11 Incident investigation
ESH Personnel
12 Fire protection and prevention All employees
13 Housekeeping basics Foremen, Helpers
14 Compressed gas cylinders Stores, welders
15 Use of tools and equipment’s Erectors, mechanics

Welders, Fabricators,
16 Hot work safety
Supervisor/foreman
Stores, painters,
17 Hazard communication Supervisor / foreman, all
team members
18 Material handling requirements Stores, office
19 Barricade requirements Supervisors, helpers

Supervisors, foremen,
20 Permit to work system
Manager/superintendent
21 Use of fall protection Erectors, ML Operators
22 Scaffold safety and certification Scaffolds
23 Eye protection All employees

24 Elevated work platforms safety Operators, erectors
Drivers, mobile
25 Defensive driving
equipment operators
26 Environmental Hazards & Prevention All Employees

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7.5.3. Toolbox Talks (TBT)

 Daily TBT to be conducted by the supervisor to ensure that the contents on the PTW and
JSA related to the work activity are properly cascaded to the work crew
 The Field HSE Officers shall ensure that a full range of TBT’s, covering all foreseeable
topics, are made available.
 Information about, and lessons learnt from, accidents should also be used as TBT’s.
 Site Manager shall ensure that all employees receive one TBT daily, preferably relating to
their work, work area or lessons learnt.
7.5.4. Specialized Trainers
Many Specific Training Courses may be given by the site HSE team. However, for specialized
activities such as scaffolding, electrical systems, first aid and CPR etc., it may be necessary to
bring in dedicated training personnel. Special training like First Aider, Scaffolding, CPR, Electrical
System, and third-party training source will be used to get certified people in mentioned categories.
Certificates should be issued to persons successfully completing specific training courses.
Management and Supervisors shall be responsible for identifying the training needs of employees.
7.5.5. Records
Proper records of all training (courses attended, TBT’s, etc.) must be maintained by the HSE team,
and all records will be available for verification all the time.
6.6. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE AND RECORDKEEPING
7.6.1. Environment, Safety and Health Documentation/Record keeping
SHF will maintain on record:
 A copy of the contract including this Client Environment, Safety and Health Program.
 Records of all employees training, as specified by the ES&H program.
 All records of periodical inspections and internal auditing conducted at site.
 Recordable Injury and Illness Logs for the project, as well as copies of reports on all incidents
that occurs in the course of the work.
 All the periodical HSE statistical reports.
 All critical documents (approval copy).
7.6.2. Site Information Clipboard
SHF will maintain on site (via binder, clipboard, or other appropriate means) and make available
to all lower-tier subcontractors (if available) and employees:

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 A copy of the Subcontractor Environment, Safety and Health Program.

 Daily JSA for the current activities being performed.
 Copies of Competent persons Cards
 Copy of the current work permit (if applicable)
 Emergency Calling Tree (Contact personnel with number).
7.6.3. Safety Bulletins/Other Important Safety Information
SHF will utilize the Client Communications program to get the most up-to-date ES&H bulletins and
other important safety information. SHF will check with Client on a weekly basis to stay current
with the latest bulletins and alerts distributed by Client SHF will cascade all of this information to
their lower-tier employees.
7. PROCEDURE FOR OPERATIONAL CONTROLL
7.1. PURPOSE
To establish and maintain the operational procedures and controls to ensure that the company’s
HSE policy, objectives and targets can be met.
7.2. SCOPE
All operations and activities, which have significant impacts on the environment and worker
safety and health, which include for example:
 Maintenance operations.
 Operating a piece of machinery.
 Driving a forklift around a warehouse/workshop.
 Handling and storage of raw materials.
 Disposal of waste materials.
 Erection of structural.
 Wastewater treatment and solid Waste sorting and disposal.
 Operating crane, overhead cranes.
 Infrastructure activity and major modifications.
7.3. OPERATIONAL CONTROL (HSE ACTIVITIES)
All operating instructions and procedures dealing with HSE matters will be implemented as per
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8.3.1. Construction HSE Plan

This Plan provides clear guidelines to members of SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project on SHF HSE
criteria to be applied during the construction periods.
8.3.2. Loss Prevention Program
This Program includes project specific safety procedures and details covering frequency of
inspections, positive accident prevention measures, record keeping and reporting procedures etc.
8.3.3. Hazard Identification Plan
This Plan is to formally record that potential hazard have been identified, associated risks have
been assessed, and that suitable control measures have been taken and communicated to the
concerned to prevent all forms of direct and indirect loss during the SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project
and plan is prepared in accordance with Client’s requirements.
8.3.4. Waste Management Plan
This Plan is to ensure that construction wastes generated from the SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project
are managed with systematic, controllable, and accountable manner in order to reduce associated
environmental risks to an acceptable level in compliance with applicable Client HSE regulations.
8.3.5. Spill Contingency Plan
This Plan is to identify and control, minimize environmental hazard and adverse impact that may
be encountered or caused by SHF or SHF’s subcontractor (if available) during project construction
period.
8.3.6. Security Plan
This Plan describes the security for all materials and equipment belonging to SHF and its
subcontractor (if available), the arrangements to prevent unauthorized access to site, procedures
for checking vehicles entering and leaving the site and the requirements for security assistance
regarding fire prevention and emergency response.
8.3.7. Traffic and Driving Control Plan
This Plan is to outline the logistics for road and traffic safety appertaining to SIO-SWA-SEC.10
Project and to ensure that all practicable precautions are taken on the project to enable site
transport to be operated and maintained in a safe manner. The principal aims of this plan is to
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journey’s, provision of adequate maintenance routine, selection of experienced and qualified

drivers, supported by regular training and communication exercises.
8.3.8. Safety Orientation Program
This Program is to ensure that all new employees working on the SIO-SWA-SEC.10
Project Vare suitably trained in HSE matters applicable to the type of work they are
undertaking or supervising.
8.3.9. Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan
This Plan is to ensure that a safety and efficient Muster and Evacuation can be conducted during
time of crisis at the SIO-SWA-SEC.10 Project. SHF shall abide by the rules and procedures set
forth by Client
8.3.10. Hazardous Materials
The hazardous nature of a material is related to the way it is transported, stored, or used, the
materials with which it may come in contact, and how it is disposed. The following safety practices,
precaution and training may help to protect the employee from such hazardous chemicals.
A) All employees must be trained in hazard material handling. Such training will cover the
following:
 Work Areas where chemical hazards are present
 The method and observation to be used to detect the presence and release of hazardous
chemicals in their work areas
 The physical and health hazards of the chemicals in their work areas and its harmful effects
 The measures which the employees can be taken to protect themselves, which include:
 Work Practice Procedure
 Personal Protection Equipment
 Awareness in identifying if chemicals are hazardous or not, thru the information given by
the chemical manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
 First Aid Treatment for personnel exposed to hazardous chemicals.
B) Hazardous chemical shall bear the "HAZARDOUS" marking on the label or container.
C) All persons concerned shall be made aware of the identification health hazards codes.
D) Liquid that evaporated quickly shall be properly handled.
E) Each worker has to be informed of the harmful effects of hazardous chemicals to health
properly.
F) Personal cleanliness is important, and this concept shall be advised to all workers within the
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Flammable fluids are those fluids that can produce a flammable mixture in air at ambient
temperature or as a fluid having a flash point of 55c (130-degree F) or lower.
8. SITE HSE INSPECTIONS

8.1. DAILY INSPECTION
9.1.1. SHF Field safety personnel will conduct continuous daily safety inspections at work site and
ensure compliance, where required, prepare and issue to the responsible Foreman /
Supervisor a "Safety Violation / Hazard Notice for necessary corrective actions on observed
safety hazards, unsafe condition or practices. Copies of issued Safety Violation
/ Hazard Notice shall be kept on file at SHF Site Safety Office.
9.1.2. Aside from issuing non-compliance report to responsible Supervision, Safety Officers shall
record their HSSE findings in their ‘Daily HSE Observation Report OR Log” to keep record
of observed deviations and tracking of corrective actions.
9.1.3. HSE observation reports by safety officers shall be confirmed by the Site Safety manager
and noted by the Project Manager.
9.1.4. Any HSE observation report will remain open until concerns are corrected and signed-off
by the responsible supervision/person.
9.1.5. All observed and corrected HSE deviations shall be formed part of the weekly/monthly HSE
report recorded against the project Leading Performance Indicators.
8.2. ACTION AGAINST NON-CONFORMITY
During the routine safety inspection, both the client & SHF safety personnel shall, upon
observing extremely unsafe condition / practices posing immediate danger to personnel,
equipment or environment, initiate ordering “on the spot work stoppage” to those affected,
require the responsible group In-charge of prompt appropriate action and subsequently
report the incident and his action taken to the Project Manager. Cited below are examples
of conditions / practices that warrant on-the-spot work stoppage and not limited to:
 Any activity or use of tools / equipment not covered with an approved work permit.
 Welding / cutting work near or above unprotected combustible / flammable
substances / materials.
 Mobile equipment maneuvering / reversing in an operating plant / congested area
without a dedicated equipment spotter.
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 Working on or near rotating equipment / tools with loose clothing.

 Use of power tools without protective guard.
 Working on incomplete work platform i.e., scaffolds without guardrails, toe boards,
ladder, etc.
 Any activity in a poorly illuminated area.
 Crane work / lifting in a 20 mph (32 Km/Hr.) and above wind condition.
 Improper rigging e.g., no taglines, no sling softener, excessive angles, etc.
 Scaffold erection / dismantling work immediately after rainfall.
 Any activity at height exposed to open / unprotected floor, sides, leading edges,
access stairs, holes, etc.
 Any activity directly exposed to fall hazards from an ongoing overhead works.
As per Client project regulations and policy client have authorization to take necessary
disciplinary action against any such activity by their subcontractor in the breach of
company’s rules regulations.
9.2.1. Foremen / Supervisors / Superintendents shall conduct their own daily work site inspections
in their respective areas as part of daily activities and shall initiate prompt corrective actions
as to noted deficiencies, unsafe conditions, or practices.
8.3. WEEKLY SAFETY INSPECTION
9.3.1. SHF site management, senior craft supervisors and safety personnel shall actively
participate in SHF’s weekly safety inspection. This program shall be managed and
coordinate by the SHF site safety manager.
9.3.2. SHF Site Management, senior craft supervisors and Safety Personnel shall actively
participate in any scheduled / un-scheduled safety inspection that Client, may prescribe on
the project.
9.3.3. Any deficiencies noted during this audit shall be immediately addressed to the responsible
Foreman or Supervisor for prompt corrective measures in writing and corrective actions
done should be also relayed by the responsible person in writing with his signature
confirming safety deviations has been corrected.
9.3.4. The weekly general safety inspection /assessment shall be documented using appropriate
forms (inspection checklist, score sheet, deviation sheet, notice of invitation of participants,
etc.) The safety officers shall make follow-ups on the required action.
9.3.5. Result of this safety inspection / assessment could be used for HSE incentive program
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8.4. PERIODICAL INSPECTION OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
9.4.1. Periodical (Monthly / as per client’s procedure) Safety Inspection will be conducted by SHF
field safety officer along with competent person. All periodical inspections shall be
documented, and appropriate records maintained with site safety department.
8.5. FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM INSPECTION
9.5.1. All fire extinguishers, firewater barrels, hydrants / risers (if any) will be inspected at least
once a month. Fire extinguishers used for hot work will be checked on a daily basis.
Foremen / Supervisors shall conduct a “quick check” of the fire extinguishers installed in
their respective work areas.
9.5.2. Every inspected fire extinguisher shall have its inspection tag signed or appropriately
marked by the designated Inspector or site Safety Officer after each Monthly Inspection.
Inspection Tag shall be of weather resistant material.
9.5.3. Monthly inspection of fire extinguishers will be documented on SHF "Fire Extinguisher
Inspection and Inventory Report" Copies of the inspection report will be kept on file at SHF
site safety office and will be made available where required, to Client representative.
9.5.4. In addition to usual inspection tagging system, every inspected fire extinguisher shall be
color coded as per foregoing color-coding scheme.
8.6. RIGGING EQUIPMENT / LIFTING TACKLES INSPECTION
9.6.1. Documented periodical (Quarterly/ as per client’s procedure) inspections of all slings and
rigging equipment shall be performed by the designated competent person (Certified
Rigger) on the project, in addition to "before & after" each use inspection of such lifting
equipment. Inspection will be recorded; accomplished ones are to be kept on file at SHF
site safety office.
9.6.2. Copy of all competency/third party certificates should be submitted to Client Department.
8.7. HAND TOOLS & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPES) INSPECTION
9.7.1. The assigned Storekeeper shall ensure a proper and thorough inspection of every hand
tool, and personal protective equipment before its issuance and upon its return by the user
/ recipient. Damaged ones shall be readily marked "Defective, DO NOT USE" and shall be
kept in the Quarantine Box / Container.
9.7.2. Every user / wearer shall thoroughly inspect his tool / PPEs at least daily and before and
after use. Defective ones shall be immediately withdrawn from use and returned to the
store. Defective Tools which are repairable must be tagged "DO NOT USE" and shall be
kept in the Quarantine Box / Container. Items to be inspected include, but shall not be
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 Electrical power tools

 Body harnesses
 Ladders and scaffoldings
 Sling and rigging equipment
8.8. COLOR CODING
9.8.1. Periodical (monthly) color-coding (colors will be as per the project procedure) for all of the
following:- fuel driven construction equipment, hand and power tools, electrical equipment,
electrical man-lifts, man-baskets, gas cylinder cradles used for lifting, lifting equipment
including slings, spreader bars and shackles, cranes, temporary pipe supports and pipe
supports in fabrication shops, hoists, temporary electrical distribution boards, fire
extinguishers, welding and cutting equipment, ladders, fall protection devices such as full
body harnesses and inertia real fall arrest systems, etc. shall be done:
9.8.2. A Monthly color-code sign board showing each month/period color-code, shall be displayed
in strategic locations (e.g., tool rooms / warehouse) to make site employees fully aware of
the system.
9.8.3. The color codes used on this project are:
MONTH COLOR
January February March GREEN
April May June RED
July August September BLUE
October November December YELLOW
8.9. RISK MANAGEMENT PLAN
 SHF shall effectively plan its’ work. SHF shall conduct and document, a review of the work
assignments, the hazards associated with each assignment, and the measures necessary to
protect against the identified hazards. This shall be accomplished through a Risk Assessment.
 These requirements shall extend to all lower-tier subcontractors.
 The elimination or control of the hazard should be implemented first by engineering methods,
then by administrative methods and, as a last resort, by the proper use of personal protective
equipment (PPE).
 All detailed Risk Assessment for critical activities should be submitted to HSE office along with
method statement.
9.9.1. General Risk Identification and evaluation
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activity shall be assessed by Risk Assessment and Contractor Risk Assessment Procedure and
format will be followed and implemented.
Management techniques shall be adopted so that potential hazards are identified and evaluated
prior to execution, thereby enabling either substitution or adoption of control techniques. Once
potential hazards are identified, the risk to health and safety must be assessed. The assessment
shall characterize the risk in terms of severity and probability. Knowledge gained through
previous activities, resource studies, engineering studies, and other relevant project evaluations
will provide the basis for periodic assessment of the potential magnitude and likelihood of the
occurrence of identified hazards. Hazard assessments will be conducted to determine the level
of risks, which can be summarized as: -
 Intolerable
 Incorporate risk reduction measures
 Improve through HSE Management System (MS) procedures
The worst-case consequences of each identified hazard will be assessed, and a rank assigned.
Effects are characterized as representing high, medium, or low risk or severity of consequences.
Where required by the risk assessment, a method statement shall be developed which at best
would eliminate the risk or as a minimum, would contain the risk to an ALARP level.
Responsibilities
In order to arrive at a complete picture of all HSE hazards and risks involved with the
simultaneous construction activities of several Sub-Contractors on the jobsite, possible
interferences will be reviewed during the weekly Sub-Contractors coordination meeting.
(1) SHF;
 Submit Risk Assessment for all activities to Client supervision for approval.
 Implement all agreed precautions and measures before execution of job.
 Ensure full understanding of safety requirements by all involved.
(2) Contractor ‘s Supervisor.
 Approve the Method of Statement and Risk assessment, require additional safety
measures on all jobs.
(3) SHF HSE Officer.

 Enforce agreed requirements.
(4) Client and SHF HSE personnel.
 Stop any unsafe activities.

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10. FIELD EXECUTION PROCESSES

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10.1. SIGNS & BARRICADES
Upon entry to the site and within the site - signs and maps must be clearly marked and visible
identifying hazards and directions around the site. Each project must have arrangements external
to the site to guide vehicles/pedestrians to the correct entrances and to advice of potential
hazards, and the provision of public protection from vehicles (where necessary, e.g. where
loading/off-loading can only be done from the public highway).
10.1.1. Warning barricades
Alert personnel to the existence of the hazard but afford no physical protection from the
hazard. Typically, black and yellow “CAUTION” chain or ropes with signs are used as
warning barricades.
10.1.2. Protective barricades
Provide physical exclusion from the hazard area in addition to providing a warning.
Protective barricades are often made from wood or chains and could incorporate
sawhorses, tube-lock scaffold components or other suitable material. Protective barricades
colors are white and red.
10.1.3. Signs or tags
Signs or Tags Shall be used to provide personnel with important safety information
concerning the hazards inside any warning or protective barricaded area. The signs or tags
must be attached so they can be read from all potential access points. Lighting shall be
provided to illuminate all entry areas when conditions warrant.
10.2. CRANES AND RIGGING OPERATIONS
Contractor Crane & Lifting procedure will be followed for performing any lifting works at the project.
Before lifting, ground compaction will be ensured, and compaction test will be done to ensure
ground stability for lifting work. In case if plates are required to put on ground for crane lifting
operation, it will be 100 mm thickness size.
10.2.1. All Lifting Operations
For all lifting operations, SHF must use qualified, and 3rd party certified crane operators.
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10.2.2. General
SHF shall ensure that:
 A competent person rigger is assigned and available as the person in charge of any lifting
operation. A competent person rigger is a Subcontractor employee who is responsible for
attaching rigging gear (i.e., shackles, slings, etc.) from the load to the mechanical lifting
equipment. This person shall be knowledgeable and have experience, background, and/or
training in rigging, hoisting, lifting, and signaling methods.
 Rigging hardware and materials are inspected before use, configured correctly, and
properly attached to the lifting equipment.
 Availability of information, procedures, and equipment necessary to move loads without
injury to personnel and without damage either to the site or the equipment.
 A Pre-Lift Safety Checklist is completed and maintained at site.
 The applicable forms are completed for all “critical lifts,”
 Crane, drum, gin pole, and capstan hoist equipment is inspected daily before use,
periodically, and during all lifting operations.
 Cranes shall be inspected daily.
 Will have an anemometer with a read out at base level.
 Identify voltage of any power lines (overhead or underground) in the vicinity of the work
area and maintain distances to energized conductors
 Ensure access of lift and transportation equipment into and out of the lift area.
 Fill out man basket checklist and applicable forms.
 Determine soil conditions and site terrain to verify access for lifting equipment and to
ensure stability at the location of the lift.
 No lifting activity is allowed if the wind speed is more than 32 km/h or as per project
specifications.
10.2.3. Critical Lifts
In addition to the requirements of the above section, SHF is also responsible for adhering to
requirements associated with the following lifts that meet the classification of “critical lifts.”
Critical lift categories include the following scenarios:

 Any lift where the payload weight is 40 tons or greater.
 A lift over an occupied area (i.e., occupied buildings, sidewalks, roadways, etc.).
 Any lifting during night time.
 All crane suspended personnel basket lifts (i.e., man baskets).
 Lifts exceeding 80% of the crane capacity.
 Lifts requiring two or more cranes.
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 Lifts where the crane boom or payload swings directly above or directly under energized
power lines. Lifts adjacent to power lines are not considered critical if the clearance
provisions are followed.
SHF rigger Level-I shall develop and originate a written Critical Lift Rigging Plan and submit to
Client for written approval. SHF lifting supervisor will also be a part in the approval authorities.
The approved “critical lift” plan shall be available at the site during all lifting activities and
address the following items:
 Crane configuration and counterweights
 Boom/jib length
 Radius
 Weight of hook block, crane attachments, wire rope
 Weight of rigging
 Payload weight
 Radius
 Capacity
 Copy of the crane capacity chart
10.3. SCAFFOLDS AND LADDERS
10.3.1. Scaffold Erection/Dismantling
 All scaffolds erected shall, as a minimum, comply with Occupational Safety and Health
Administration “OSHA” Act & Regulations (CFR 1926 for Construction Regulations).
Scaffold erection, modification, moving, or dismantling must be done under the supervision
of a competent person and certified scaffold erector by third party.
 When possible, guardrails, mid-rails, and toe boards must be placed on all open sides of
platforms more than 6 feet (1.83 m) above ground or floor. Top rail should be of 38-45
inches in height from the platform and mid-rail should equipped in 18-24 inches height from
the platform. Toe board should be 100-150 mm in height.
 All scaffolds shall be provided with an access ladder that extends at least 36 inches (91.4
cm) above the platform, or an equivalent safe access.
 Platforms shall be tightly planked for the full width of the scaffold and they shall extend over
the end supports between 6 inches (15.24 cm) and 12 inches (30.5 cm). A cleat or
equivalent shall be used on the bottom edges of the plank to prevent slippage. All scaffold
planking shall be scaffold grade or equivalent.
 Any scaffold accessories such as braces, trusses, legs, or ladders that are damaged shall
be immediately repaired or replaced.
 A mobile scaffold height shall not exceed four times the minimum base dimension. The
wheels shall be locked when employees are on the scaffold. Employees are prohibited from
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 Scaffolds and their components shall be capable of supporting, without failure, at least four
times the maximum intended load. Materials must be evenly distributed on platforms and
not concentrated in one area.
 When the scaffold erection has been completed, a scaffold tag (GREEN – SAFE FOR USE;
YELLOW – FULL BODY HARNESS REQUIRED; RED - DO NOT USE), shall be placed at
the scaffold access point indicating the scaffold condition.
 The use of scaffold tagging is mandatory. A competent person shall tag all scaffolds. No
one shall work from an untagged or red tagged scaffold.
 Scaffold erectors shall use fall protection while erecting scaffolding.
 Scaffold legs shall be set on base plates placed on foundations or mudsills that are
adequate for supporting the maximum intended loads.
 Adjusting screws shall be installed only between the base plate and the vertical frame
section. The use of adjusting screws with casters is prohibited. Extending adjusting screws
beyond 12 inches (30.5 cm) is prohibited. The use of bricks and/or blocks is prohibited.
 Scaffolds should be properly braced with cross braces and/or diagonal braces to laterally
secure vertical members. The length of cross braces should automatically square and align
vertical members so the erected scaffolds are always plumb, square, and rigid. Manually
propelled mobile scaffolds shall be laterally braced with a horizontal diagonal brace in
addition to a cross brace. The use of cross-braces as handrails or mid-rails is prohibited.
 When the height of a scaffold exceeds four times the smallest width of the base, it shall be
secured to the building or structure at every other lift and every 30 feet (9.1 m.) horizontally.
Out-riggers shall be used when it is impractical to secure the scaffold to the structure.
 Gates shall be installed where possible at ladder access points.
 Scaffold planks are not to extend over the end supports more than 12 inches (30.5 cm) or
less than 6 inches (15.24 cm). Scaffold planks shall be secured to prevent movement.
 Scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers shall not be intermixed.
 Prior to use, scaffolds shall be visually inspected. Deficiencies shall be reported to
supervision and a competent scaffold person for immediate corrective action.
 All scaffolds of 12 meters and higher shall be inspected and approved by a competent
scaffolding engineer prior to use
 Workers will be 100% protected against falls at 6 feet or higher.
10.3.2. Bracket Scaffolding
 Brackets and bracket straps shall be constructed and erected in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and Bracket Scaffold Procedure.
 Scaffolding design and engineering drawings must be developed and submitted to the
client for approval prior to installation. Bracket Scaffold design and engineering drawing
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 Engineering calculations will be considered and provided for any special scaffolding
systems.
 Brackets, bracket straps and other associated structural members shall be free from
detrimental corrosion, damage, or defects.
 Damaged or defective brackets shall be removed from service.
 Only 3rd party certified welders with certificate ID shall weld bracket straps to the tank
wall.
 Scaffolding will be erected by qualified and 3rd party certified scaffolders only.
 Bracket straps to be welded to the tank shell for at least 250mm and it should be inspected
by a competent and qualified person.
 Prior to attaching the bracket, completed bracket strap welds shall be inspected and
approved by a certified NDT technician.
 Brackets shall be inspected prior to installation by scaffold craftsmen and prior to each use
by scaffold users.
 A continuous guardrail system shall be provided along the outside edge of the platform. A
16 mm wire rope shall be used for the guard rails and to be securely connected and
adequately tighten with U-clamps (minimum 3 numbers) and turn buckles.
 The area below bracket scaffolds shall be barricaded and warning signs posted.
 Trap door and shell ladder will be installed in any section of the scaffold where crew are
safe for climbing up and down.
 Adequate toe boards shall be installed to prevent accidental falling of objects or tools
 Scaffold end point must be secured first prior to use.
 Bracket scaffold constructed should at least be of light duty type of withstanding 1.2 KN/m2.
 Defective scaffold planks should not be used.
 Scaffolds shall be utilized for its intended load capacity.
 Scaffolding brackets and platforms will be inspected by competent scaffolding inspector and
welded parts will be inspected by QC Inspector. Periodical renewal shall be done once in a
week. Tag system to be followed.
 Only inspected and tagged scaffolds shall be used. Bracket scaffolding shall be provided
with Yellow tagging and full body harness must always be worn while using.
10.3.3. General Ladder Specifications
 Ladders purchased shall be manufacturer-certified as ANSI Type IA.

 Two or more people shall not work from the same ladder unless it is specifically designed
for two people.
 A 1/2-inch (1.3cm) manila rope shall be spliced to the top back rung of stepladders or to
the third rung from the top of straight and extension ladders to provide a means for ladder
tie-off.
 Job-made ladders are prohibited.
 Joining two ladders together is prohibited on the project.
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 Extension ladders shall not be longer than 36 feet (11 m).

 Stepladders and platform ladders shall not be longer than 12 feet (3.5 m) as determined
by the front rail.
 Use a retractable fall arrester device or rope grab when climbing a vertical (90 0) steel
ladder with a height more than 6 meter.
10.3.4. Safe Use of Ladders
 Ladders shall be placed with secure footing, lashed, or held in position.

 Ladders must be angled to minimize the risk of slipping outwards; as a rule of thumb this
should be '1 out for every 4 up', i.e. approximately 75°
 The side rails of all ladders shall extend 36 inches (91.4 cm) above the landing. When this
is not practical, grab rails shall be installed. All ladders in use shall be tied, blocked, or
otherwise secured to prevent displacement
 The foot of a ladder, where possible, shall be used at such a pitch that the horizontal
distance from the top support to the foot of the ladder is one-quarter of the working length
of the ladder (the length along the ladder between the foot and the support).
 Employees shall always face the ladder when climbing up or down.
 When portable ladders (step or extension) are used as a stationary work platform,
employees shall utilize appropriate fall protection/restraint equipment when work elevation
exceeds six or more feet.
 Ladders shall never be used in the horizontal position as scaffolds or work platforms.
 The top of a regular stepladder shall not be used as a step.
 Use both hands when climbing and descending ladders (three-point contact rule).
 Carrying tools while climbing or descending ladders is prohibited. A hoist rope and bag
should be secured nearby ladders to hoist tools and equipment.
10.3.5. Inspecting Ladders

 SHF shall inspect all ladders at regular intervals and document these inspections.
Personnel who use ladders are responsible to inspect ladders before each use.
 All ladders should have identification numbers or tagging available with it.
 Bends, dents, cracks, loosen or missing rivets, disconnected braces, and corrosion can
seriously weaken a ladder. The area around rivet points on fiberglass ladders shall be
carefully inspected for hairline stress cracks. Any defective ladders shall be destroyed or
removed from use immediately.
 Ladders with broken or missing rungs, broken or split side rails, or other damage shall be
tagged and removed from service.
10.3.6. Storing and Transporting Ladders

 When not in use, ladders shall be stored on racks in a location protected from the elements,
with good ventilation, away from excessive heat.
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 Ladders being transported by motor vehicles shall be properly supported and secured.
Supporting points shall be made of material such as wood or rubber-covered iron pipe to
minimize chafing and the effects of vibration and movement during transport.
 Ladders over 12 feet (3.7 meters) in length shall be carried by two employees.
10.4. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT(PPE)

SHF shall monitor its employees and those employees of lower-tier subcontractors (if available)
for compliance to the following requirements and shall take immediate corrective action when non-
compliance is observed. All workers and visitors exposed to construction operations must wear;
Hard Hat, Safety Boots, High Visibility clothing, and Eye Protection The items must fit the
individual and be in good condition. All PPE items should have the CE mark (the recognized mark
for PPE tested and approved to International Standards). SHF shall follow EPC, PPE procedure
for selection of PPEs, and for Safety Helmet and Hi-Viz vest color coding.
10.4.1. Head Protection
 Bump caps and metallic hard hats or caps are prohibited.

 Welders are subject to the same head protection requirements, even during welding
operations.
 Hard hats are required to be always worn with the brim forward while on site, except:
 During lunch and break periods providing no work is in progress in the immediate
rest shelter area.
 When operating equipment with fully enclosed cabs.
 Hard hats shall not be altered in any way. Hard hats shall conform to EN 397 or
equivalent standard.
 Chinstraps shall be worn when performing elevated work (greater than 6 feet).
 Hard hat color coding must be as per the project requirement and Client procedure.
 The expiry date of the helmet is two and a half years.
10.4.2. Eye Protection
 All personnel on the project shall wear approved protective eyewear while on site.
 Safety glasses are required to be worn at all times on site, except:
 During lunch and break periods providing no work is in progress in the immediate rest
shelter area.
 When operating equipment with fully enclosed cabs.
 Tinted lenses (including tinted prescription glasses) are prohibited inside buildings or
other structures with limited illumination.
 All grinding operations shall be performed with a full-face shield and safety glasses or
goggles.
 Welders shall wear dual eye protection while welding (i.e., safety glasses worn under the
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10.4.3. Hearing Protection
 If a job-related hearing hazard is extreme or prolonged and requires a form of hearing

protection, SHF shall develop and implement a hearing conservation program for the
affected employees. The danger levels for noise are identified as being, 85 dB and 90dBA.
At 85 dB which is known as the first action level, employees will probably have to shout to
be heard at a distance of 2m away from the person they are talking to, and must be provided
with hearing protection at their request. All personnel whenever in designated areas shall
wear approved hearing protection.
 All personnel whenever in designated areas shall wear approved hearing protection.
 SHF is responsible for establishing areas and posting signs where hearing protection may
be required.
 SHF shall provide at least two different types of hearing protection.
10.4.4. Foot Protection
At a minimum, sturdy leatherwork boots/shoes are required with steel toe must be used at site.
10.4.5. Hand Protection
All personnel engaged in work shall wear gloves appropriate for the scope. Appropriate work
gloves shall be worn whenever personnel are performing work where their hands and/or fingers
might be cut or punctured by the material being handled. Specifically:
 Appropriate work gloves shall be worn when working on or at any telecommunication

work site.
 All personnel engaged in wire or coaxial cable cutting, stripping, or grounding installation
shall wear leather or cut resistant gloves such as Kevlar work gloves.
 Leather gloves are required for work on 12-50 volt electrical systems.
 Work gloves shall not be required when work activities require the ability to complete
detailed work with the fingers, such as terminating wiring. Generally, work gloves should
not be worn when operating rotating tools or equipment.
 SHF shall be responsible for furnishing the appropriate work gloves to personnel.
 Work gloves shall be promptly replaced when they become damaged (e.g., holes and/or
tears).
10.4.6. Personal Fall Protection Equipment

 A detailed fall prevention program may be developed on the start of the project.
 Fall prevention and/or protection is required whenever the work being performed presents
a fall hazard of 6 feet or greater.
 Anchor points for attachments for personal fall arrest equipment as determined by a
competent person. The anchor point must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds
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 All FBH shall be equipped with double lanyard with shock absorber and double-locking (at
minimum) connectors at each end.
10.4.7. Inspection and Care of Equipment
SHF shall ensure that employees who use PFAS:
 Inspect for wear, damage, and other deterioration prior to each use.
 Have their fall protection/arrest equipment components formally inspected and
documented by a competent person at least annually.
 Tag all defective equipment and remove from service.
10.5. SAFE USE OF AERIAL LIFT DEVICES
10.5.1. General Requirements and Training
SHF employees who operate areal lifts (JLG, scissor lifts, articulating boom platforms, etc.)
shall be trained and authorized by third party prior to operating the equipment. Training
documentation shall be maintained by SHF and made available upon request.
In addition, SHF shall:
 Utilize the Aerial Lift Equipment Checklist daily whenever use of a lift is anticipated.
 Ensure all warning placards on the machines are legible and all personnel are familiar with
the operator’s manual.
 Ensure malfunctioning lift is tagged “OUT OF SERVICE” and the supervisor promptly
notified. The equipment shall not be operated until repaired in accordance with
manufacturer specifications.
 Ensure the controls are plainly marked.
 Use equipment only on level ground.
 Not load platforms/baskets in excess of the designed working load (the weight of
personnel in the basket is counted as part of the load).
 Utilize aerial lifts for lifting personnel and small hand tools.
 Ensure there is sufficient clearance before moving under any overhead obstruction or
when working near electrical lines.
 Always deploy one qualified signalman with the equipment.
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SHF personnel shall:
 Not walk under a boom to gain access to the platform.

 Not tie the platform off to any structure for any reason.
 Stand on the platform floor. Standing or sitting on the railing is prohibited.
 Always look in the direction the machine is moving.
 Not rest the boom or basket on a steel structure of any kind.
 Wear safety harnesses and tie-off all the time
 Always perform work from within the basket. Any deviation from this requirement
requires Client ES&H Manager approval.
 Ensure that a fire extinguisher of appropriate class and size is in the basket.
 Erect barricading or use a flag person when operating in high-traffic areas.
 Keep hands off the external portion of the basket when raising or lowering the basket.
 Not raise baskets with cords, leads, or hoses tied to the handrail. A tagline must be used
to raise these items when the basket is in position to work.
10.6. SAFE USE OF SUSPENDED PERSONNEL PLATFORMS
10.6.1. Personnel Lift Plan
 Prior to any use of a crane suspended personnel platform (man basket), a personnel Lift
Plan and a Critical Lift Plan shall be completed. A separate plan must be completed each
time the conditions of the lift change (e.g., each set-up location of the crane, change in lift
points, intended lift locations, etc.).
 The steps for properly completing the Personnel Lift Plan are as follows:
 The required general information, as stated in the job description section of the
attachment, shall be provided.
 If use of the suspended personnel platform is deemed appropriate, SHF shall
submit a Critical Lift Plan and the Personnel Lift Plan (both signed by SHF
supervisor) to Client for review and acceptance prior to the lift operation.
 The equipment checklist and calculated total allowable weight of the suspended
personnel platform under loaded conditions shall be completed.
 Only allowable number of personnel shall use the man basket. A visible tagging
shall be provided on the man basket noting the weight capacity and maximum
number of allowable persons permitted to use.
 Man baskets to be inspected and certified by a third party. The supervisor shall
inspect the suspended personnel platform prior to its use and complete (Man
Basket Inspection Checklist).
 Crane operator must be certified to lift the man baskets.
 A visual inspection, checking for the condition of the basket and lifting bridal/slings
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 When using the suspended cradle platform, an additional lifeline shall be provided
for the anchorage for full body harness. Cradle operator must be 3rd party trained.
10.6.2. Trial Lift
 Prior to hoisting personnel in a suspended personnel platform, a trial lift meeting, a trial lift
of the unoccupied personnel platform, final inspection of all equipment, and then a trial lift
of the occupied platform shall be conducted. The trial lift shall be documented on the
Personnel Lift Plan.
 A trial lift meeting shall be held prior to the trial lift to discuss safety topics associated with
the lift. Personnel required to attend the meeting include:
 Equipment operator
 Signal person(s)
 Employee(s) to be lifted
 Supervisor responsible for the lift
 The trial lift shall be conducted prior to placing personnel on the platform. The equipment
operator shall determine that all systems, controls, and safety devices are operating
properly. The equipment operator shall also verify that the crane may be operated to all lift
points without going beyond 50 percent of the crane’s rated capacity (as determined from
the crane’s capacity chart, based on the required radius, boom angle, and boom length for
that particular lift).
 The supervisor shall conduct a final visual inspection of the crane, rigging, personnel
platform, and crane base support immediately after the trial lift to determine if the testing
exposed any defects or adverse conditions. Any defects found during the inspections shall
be corrected before hoisting personnel.
 After the trial lift inspection, and just prior to hoisting personnel, the occupied platform shall
be hoisted a few inches off the ground and inspected to ensure that it is secure and properly
balanced.
10.7. WELDING, CUTTING, AND OTHER HOT WORK
 Unless noted on the drawings of the steel structure, no welding (including exothermic welds),
cutting, or drilling, will be permitted at any time. All repair or alteration shall be done as per
approved Engineer’s drawings and with client permission.
 Appropriate fire-fighting equipment (extinguisher) shall be immediately available in the work
area and shall be maintained in a ready state.
 Welding face shield must be compatible with helmet. Welder must wear FRC type coverall
while performing the task.
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10.7.1. Hoses
 Fuel gas hose and oxygen hoses shall be easily distinguishable and shall not be
interchangeable.
 Leak test shall be conducted for all gas hoses used to ensure it is free from defects. Soap
solution can be used to conduct the leak test.
 When parallel sections of oxygen and fuel gas hose are taped together, not more than four
inches out of 12 inches can be covered by tape.
 All hoses and torches associated with the use of acetylene, oxygen, and fuel gas must be
inspected at beginning of each shift of work. Defective hoses must be removed from
service.
 Hoses, cables, and other equipment must be kept clear of passageways, ladders, and
stairs.
 All oxygen and acetylene hose connections must be crimp by crimping tools
10.7.2. Welding and Cutting

 An authorized person shall perform all welding, cutting, and cad-welding operations.
 Valves on fuel gas shall not be opened more than 1/2 turns of the spindle, and preferably
no more than 3/4 of turn. If a special wrench is required for closing the valve, the wrench
shall be always left in position on the stem or until the task is completed and the caps are
replaced.
 Torches shall be lighted by friction lighters or other approved devices only.
 Cylinders, all hose apparatus, and connectors shall be kept free of oil and grease, and not
handled with oily or greasy hands or gloves.
 Oxygen/fuel gas systems shall be equipped with approved non return valves, flash
arresters, and pressure relief devices.
 Maximum allowable work pressure for the acetylene gas cylinder will be 15 psi and for
oxygen it can be set maximum up to 40 psi.
 Equipment shall be disconnected from the source when left unattended (torches shall not
be left attended in a confined space).
 All employees shall use the proper personal protective equipment and clothing when
performing or assisting in cutting and welding operations (burning glasses, shields, gloves,
etc.).
 Welding leads and equipment shall be properly maintained and inspected before use.
Defective equipment shall not be used and shall be reported to supervision.
 Arc welding and cutting operations shall be shielded by appropriate screens, shields, or
other safeguards for the protection of personnel or materials exposed to sparks, slag, falling
objects, or the ultraviolet (UV)/infrared (IR) radiation of the arc.
 The frame of all arc welding or cutting machines shall be effectively grounded when the
machine’s power outlets are being used.
 If electrode holders are to be left unattended, the electrodes shall be removed, and the
holder placed where it is protected from unintentional contact.
 Welding machines shall be turned off when being moved or when the welder must leave
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 No welding or cutting shall not be allowed near flammable paints, compounds, or dust.
 Electrical cables shall not be used as a ground.
 Electric welding leads shall be kept off the walking surface in an elevated position.
 Welding leads or cords that cross a pathway or roadway shall be protected from damage.
 Welding leads with broken insulation shall be taken out of service until repaired.
 Ground leads can be repaired with tape as long as the safe current carrying capacity is
not compromised.
 Use of 3m electrical rubber for repair any damage of electrical insulation.
10.7.3. Exothermic Weld Requirements (Cad-weld)
 Follow the guidelines contained in the MSDS and manufacturer’s instructions for both the
starting and welding materials.
 Igniter materials shall be stored in an approved container and kept away from extreme
heat, sparks, and moisture.
 When using igniter material, do not look directly into the “flash” as it could cause
temporary blindness.
 Leather gloves and long sleeve protection shall be used to help prevent contact burns.
 Avoid moisture and contaminants in the mold and materials being welded. Contact of
molten weld metal with moisture or contaminants may cause weld metal to spew out of
mold.
 The proper way to rid a mold of moisture is to slowly heat it with a torch. In the absence of
a torch, a “dummy” weld may be made using scrap conductors.
 Never use mud or other materials to stop leakage from a mold. Only factory approved
sealers should be used.
 Mold leakage is a good indication the mold is worn and may need replacement.
 Do not use worn or broken molds. Do not alter molds or accessories.
 The flint igniter is the only recommended method to start a reaction. Never use a match or
open flame to start a reaction. Serious burns may result.
 Only weld items the mold is designed for as defined by the manufacturer.
 Make sure that the material being welded fits in the mold properly and that the mold closes
tightly around them.
 Avoid breathing concentrations of smoke.
10.7.4. Storage of Gas Cylinders
 Gas cylinders shall be stored in a safe, dry, well-ventilated place prepared and reserved for
that purpose.
 Cylinders shall be stored in separated groups, according to their contents. In every storing
area empty cylinder will be separated from charged and clearly indicated with a Tag. The
name of the stored material shall be indicated in each storage area.

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 When the distance between groups of cylinder’s storages containing flammable or

combustible materials is lower than 6 m (20 feet), compartments shall be provided between
the groups. Dividing walls shall be 1.5 meters high and shall have a fire resistance of one
hour.
 Cylinders shall not be allowed to remain in badly ventilated areas, even when not in use.
 Cylinder gas stores shall always be equipped with an adequate number of fire
extinguishers, each of at least 12 kg capacity.
 All storage areas will have no smoking signs posted.
 “No Smoking” signs will be provided in Arabic and English at all storage areas.
 All gas cylinders must be chained or otherwise secured in an upright position.
 Flammable substances shall not be stored within 15 m of cylinder storage areas.
 Cylinders shall not be stored at temperatures exceeding 54° C and shall be stored out of
direct sunlight.
 Valves shall be fully closed with the Safety cap in position.
10.7.5. Handling of Gas Cylinders
 Cylinders in transport shall be secured in an upright position with the valve caps securely
in place. Loading and unloading should take place carefully. Cylinders should not be
dropped, thrown, dragged, used as rollers, or as a support. Damaged or defective cylinder
shall not be used.
 All valves must be fully closed before a cylinder is moved.
 Unless a trolley or special carrier is used, regulators and hoses should be detached from
the cylinders.
 Threads of pressure regulators shall be in good condition and of the same size and
thread as the valve outlet.
 Cylinders shall only be used with the correct type and size of regulator.
 After use, cylinder valves shall be closed, and if the valve cap has been removed, it shall
be replaced.
 If a gas leak occurs, the control valve shall be closed and the cylinder removed to a place
of safety.
10.8. FIRE PREVENTION & PROTECTION PLAN
10.8.1. General Requirements
Fire risk assessment for office, camp, laydown and storage areas will be conducted and reviewed
as per Contractor requirements. All employees will be shown where fire extinguishers are located
and how to use them in a right manner. The flammable & combustible materials shall be stored
in properly labeled containers. Accumulation of trash, oily rags, combustible materials and similar
fire hazards of any nature will not be permitted.
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driveways, roads, stairway, ladder and transformers shall be kept clear of hazardous material and
equipment. Refueling of petrol and diesel equipment shall be done only in prescribed areas and
with approved equipment. Employees shall take all measures to minimize spills and to
immediately clean up any spills which may accidentally occur. Refueling equipment with the
engine running is prohibited.
SHF shall supply and maintain fire extinguisher (dry chemical type) and firefighting equipment,
which will be available all times at the construction site and site office. Also shall keep up-to- date
records of all said equipment. There must be a fire blanket, fire extinguisher, water hose or other
fire control equipment easily accessible for welding, cutting, burning or other such operations.
During any hot work operation, a pressurized fire hose and fire extinguisher, filled in 10 lb. dry
chemical powder, must be provided at place of hot work. All Client’s and SHF’s personnel shall
be properly trained to know how to use such extinguishers and fire hose.
Client and SHF shall identify and prevent heat transfer close to ignitable material within the facility
like cable trays and service transformers. Client and SHF shall isolate the hazard by providing
barrier walls within the facility and shall apply proper extinguishing agent to control the fire and
prevent the re-ignition and containment of the fire. Client and SHF shall provide and make
available proper protective gears for the personnel to be involved in firefighting.
10.8.2. Fire Watcher / Stand-by Man Requirement
 A trained Fire watcher / stand-by man will be assigned at any workplace where any heating,
welding, spark and flame producing is involved. The fire watch must remain in place at least
30 minutes after completion of hot work activities to monitor the area for smoldering fires.
 The role of a fire watcher / stand by man is an integral part of performing any heating,
welding, spark producing activity safely from fire.
 Each supervisor / foreman is responsible to assign one of his workers with written
instructions which show detail steps he has to take in case of fire.
 How to act by himself.

 How to report.
 Where to report.
All workers shall be fully oriented with this role when they have an initial safety orientation on
their first day work and will be reminded at every day’s toolbox meeting. Site HSE supervisor is
responsible to confirm whether this exercise is being well performed. In case of violation, he will
stop the work until corrective action takes place.
Designated and trained fire watcher will be assigned for office, camp and laydown area, his
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shall be assigned as well for laydown area if it will be required or recommended by Contractor.
10.8.3. Fire Extinguisher Training Program
 All individuals shall have a demonstration on how to use fire extinguishers at the initial
orientation on their first day of work.
 SHF’s HSE supervisor at site will provide additional training to all workers every month.
 Site HSE supervisor will witness this training session and keep the records.
10.8.3.1. Maintenance and Periodical Inspection
Site Client’s HSE supervisor and SHF’s HSE supervisor are responsible to maintain their own
fire extinguisher in operational condition. All fire extinguishers shall be checked every month
and confirmed on each sticker. Site Client’s HSE supervisor will check this sticker every month
and records will be kept. Any extinguisher once used and refilled will be inspected by site Client’s
HSE supervisor in the same ways as in initial inspections.
10.9. ILLUMINATION
SHF supervisor should plan work as far as practicable to limit the need for night work. When
night work is required, the responsible supervisors shall ensure:
 SHF management has been informed and authorizes work to be performed.
 All necessary precautions have been implemented.
 Instructions and spotters are provided for the movement of heavy equipment/trucks around
the work.
 Adequate barriers are provided around areas where hazards may exist, and such hazards
are clearly lit.
 Lighting provided is adequate, and personnel are not working in the shadows.
 JSA and risk assessments have been completed as required by the nature of the work.
10.9.1. Area Lighting
The following general requirements for area lighting shall be followed:
 After night work approval and prior to start the work, Illumination will be verified by light meter
to confirm as per required level or not and recorded.
 All points of exit, pathways, and muster points shall be clearly illuminated and marked.
 Ladder access and egress shall be clearly illuminated.
 Tower lighting shall be located in a manner that illuminates all work areas.
 Lighting poles and other metal poles shall be grounded, and the circuit fitted with GFCIs.
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 All lighting fixtures shall be installed in a secure manner to prevent accidental movement or
falling.
 Temporary electrical/lighting installations shall meet all the requirements of the National
Electrical Code or applicable local code.
 Light bulbs attached to lighting strings and extension cords shall be protected by lamp
guards.
 Broken or defective bulbs shall be promptly replaced.
 Metal-case sockets shall be grounded.
10.10. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
10.10.1. General Safe Work Practices
 All the applicable provisions of the National Electrical Code shall be followed.
 Only qualified employees shall be permitted to work on, near, or with energized electric circuits.
 Employees shall be prohibited from working near any part of an electric power circuit that an
employee could contact in the course of work, unless the employee is protected against shock
by de-energizing the circuit and grounding it or by guarding it effectively by insulation or other
means.
 If the exact location of underground electric power lines is unknown, employees using
jackhammers or hand tools shall wear/use insulated protective gloves.
 Electrical panels shall not be left open or unattended except while actively being worked on.
Personnel working on the panel shall not leave the panel unsecured.
 There shall be no exposed panel blanks.
 Only authorized personnel shall have access to panel boxes. Access to panel boxes is limited
to authorized/qualified personnel only through locks, controlled zones, monitor, etc.
 Site personnel shall consider static electricity, electromagnetic energy sources, conductive
cables, and equipment on sites when evaluating jobsite hazards and incorporate the necessary
control measures in the JSA.
 All electrical tools shall be in good working order, including protective insulation.
 Electrical cords shall be visually inspected daily. Damaged cords must be removed from
service and tagged “defective” immediately.
 Equipment powered by electricity shall be de-energized before repair or adjustments are
performed.
 All electrical installation and removal must be done by competent electrician.
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10.11. TOOLS AND PORTABLE POWER TOOLS
10.11.1. Hand Tools

 Screwdrivers should be of the correct size and tip to fit the spot of the screw. Screwdrivers
shall not be hammered or twisted with the help of pliers or mole grips and shall not in any
manner be carried in pockets.
 The correct kind of hammer shall be selected for the job. Hammerheads should be properly
secured to handles with proper wedges.
 Chisels. Cutting edges shall be kept sharp with its original shape and angle maintained. When
a sledgehammer is used for striking chisel, the chisel should be held by a second person using
a pair of tongs.
 Picks and Shovels shall be maintained in a serviceable condition. Shovel blades shall not be
allowed to become blunt, turned, split or jagged.
 Spanners and Wrenches: Only the right type and size should be used. Extension leverage for
spanners and wrenches shall not be used unless the wrenches are designed for such use. A
wrench shall not be used as a hammer and should not be hammered to tighten a bolt unless
otherwise designed for such use.
 Pliers are not to be used as a wrench. They are meant for gripping round objects and for cutting
soft metals and wires. When cutting metal/wire with pliers, it shall be ensured that the scrap
does not fly off and cause injury. Only long handled pliers shall be used to cut wire under
tension.
 Jack capacity shall be ensured to be adequate and strong enough to raise and maintain the
load positioned on its centerline. No one shall get under the load being raised.
 Correct type of blade shall be selected to suit the material to be cut. The blade should be set
with the teeth pointing in forward direction and sufficient tension shall be applied to ensure the
blade is maintained rigid with the hacksaw frame.
 All hand tools shall be kept in good repair and used only for the purpose for which they are
designed.
 Tools having defects that will impair their strength or render them unsafe for use shall be
removed from service.
 When work is being performed overhead, tools not in use shall be secured.
 Throwing tools or materials from one location to another, from one employee to another, or
dropping them to lower levels, shall not be permitted.
 Only non-sparking tools shall be used in locations where sources of ignition may cause a fire
or explosion.
 Wrenches, including adjustable pipe, open end socket types will not be used when the jaws
are sprung to the point where slippage occurs.
 Impact tools such as drift pins, wedges and chisels will be kept free of mushroomed heads.
 The wooden handles of tools will be kept free of cracks or splinters and will maintain a tight fit
on the tool.
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10.11.2. Portable Power Tools

 SHF employees will be given training on all electrically powered tools. Employees will be
closely supervised to ensure tools are being used correctly. The following safety precautions
will be used:
 All electrically operated tools will be double insulated and be rated and used at a voltage
not exceeding 110 volts.
 Any equipment requiring a supply in excess of 220 volts must be approved by the
Contractors Electrical Coordinator and is strictly subject to PTW.
 Where it is necessary to make electrical splices, these shall be made with proper
connector blocks or by plug and socket connectors. Taped joints shall not be permitted.
 All electrical installations, alterations or repairs and maintenance shall be performed by
competent electricians only.
10.11.3. Maintenance and Storage
 SHF shall establish a proper inspection and maintenance routine for all electrical tools. A
competent electrician shall carry out the inspection and maintenance of all tools at least once
in every working week.
 All tools shall be stored in a clean, dry place and the storekeeper shall maintain a record of
issue and receipt.
 SHF shall ensure that all operators are provided with eye, head, and ear protection as a
minimum. If there is any likelihood of harmful dust, vapors or gases being produced, suitable
PPE must be provided.
10.11.4. Grinders
 Examination: New wheels should be carefully checked for signs of damage before use. A
certified wheel can be checked by suspending it vertically and tapping it with a light, non-
metallic implement. If the wheel sounds dead, indicating a crack, it must not be used. Grinding
wheels must have expiration indicate on the wheels and it must not be expired.
 Storage: Most plain and tapered wheels are best supported on edge or on a central support.
Cylinder wheels and large straight up wheels may be stacked on the flat side.
 Wheel to wheel contact should be avoided by separation with corrugated cardboard or
individual racking.
 Handling: All abrasive wheels are relatively fragile and should therefore be handled with care.
Do not drop or bump wheels. Stack wheels carefully for transport to prevent damage.
 Every abrasive wheel shall be provided with a guard (in conformance with ANSI B7-1), which
will be kept in position during use of the wheel.
 Extension cords shall be short as possible, three-wire conductor type and fitted with grounding
pin and blades to fit the socket outlet on the distribution board.
 Speed of Wheels: Over speeding is a common cause for the disintegration of abrasive wheels.
Manufacturers must state the maximum safe working speed (expressed in meters per second
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a new wheel, operators must check that the speed of the spindle does not exceed that of the
wheel.
 Abrasive wheels must be fitted by competent OR trained persons only. They shall ensure
that.
 Mounting: A wheel should not be mounted on a machine for which it is not intended.
 Examine every wheel for damage before mounting.
 Speed of the machine must not exceed the permitted speed of the wheel.
 The wheel should fit freely, but not loosely on the spindle.
 The clamping nut should not be tightened more than is required to hold the wheel
firmly.
 The guard should be properly secured and adjusted, with the tool rest adjusted to
within 1/8” or 2 mm of the wheel.
 Test run shall be done on new wheels at normal speeds before use. Stand clear
during testing.
 Grinders shall not use without its safety cover.
 Grinder operators shall not use grinding sparks to ignite torch.
 Persons using an abrasive wheel will be protected from flying particles by clear
plastic, full-face shields, as well as safety glasses.
10.11.5. Drills
 Care should be taken not to drill too large a hole at one time. If this is not done, the drill may
bind on breakthrough, and the torque set up could twist the tool against the user’s wrist.
 Drill presses shall be secured to floor.
10.11.6. Pneumatic Tools
 Only trained personnel will be allowed to operate pneumatic tools such as impact wrench,
jackhammer, chipping hammer, grinder etc.
 Hose connections will be made by a proper hose coupler and additionally secured by whip
check. Jubilee clamps cannot be used for pneumatic hose connections.
 All pneumatic tools shall be secured to the hose by a positive means (not wired) to prevent the
tool becoming disconnected in use.
 Pneumatic tools when used at elevated locations will be tied off with a rope against a stable
structure or support to hold the tools in the event of accidental fall or loss of control by the
operator
 The operator will ensure a firm grip and control of pneumatic tools during the operation
 Hearing protection (ear plugs) and eye protection will be worn by the operator and affected
personnel where the use of pneumatic tools creates a high noise condition.
10.12. CONSTRUCTION HEAVY EQUIPMENT

 SHF shall ensure all the equipment mobilized at site are fit for its use and available with all
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 SHF shall deem its employees/operators qualified and authorized to operate specific
construction equipment prior to its use.
 Operators shall always wear seatbelts when operating any piece of construction equipment.
 Workers in the vicinity of operating equipment shall wear high visibility reflective vests.
 Moving equipment shall be equipped with automatic audible reverse alarms.
 Personnel, other than the operator, shall not ride on the equipment unless equipment is
provided with an approved passenger/demonstrator seat equipped with seatbelt protection.
 Personnel shall not walk or work under loads on cranes/hoists.
 Personnel shall stay clear of the swing radius (cranes, counterweights, etc.).
 A trained equipment flagman is mandatory for any reversing / maneuvering of mobile
equipment and vehicles in a congested area.
10.13. GENERAL SAFETY RULES
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE's) such as hard hats, safety spectacles high visibility vest
and safety shoes are mandatory for all personnel at work site. Ear protection (ear plugs),
respirators, face shields and similar personal protection shall be worn whenever required.
 Fall protection (full body harness) shall be worn when working at elevated areas 6 feet and
above heights, without complete guardrails. 100% tying off of lanyard within an unguarded
work platform at 6 feet and above height is a must.
 Work permit must first be obtained before starting any work or bringing tools, equipment or
materials to the work area where permit to work is required.
 Work permits are automatically canceled during emergencies. A new permit must be obtained
before resuming the activity.
 Identification badges must be displayed upon entering the site gate and at all times while in
the premises of the site. Lost ID’s must be reported immediately to Client’s Security.
 All injuries including near miss incidents must be reported to safety department.
 Smoking is allowed only at designated smoking area. Smoking violation is a terminating
case.
 Use or possession of drugs, alcoholic beverages, etc. is prohibited
 Possession of weapons of any type or introduction of explosives to the site is prohibited.
 SHF shall ensure vehicles are registered/licensed, maintained in a roadworthy condition, and
operated in a safe manner in accordance with the site traffic rules.
 Do not alter any traffic or safety signal, or exceed speed limit.
 Do not block access to firefighting equipment.
 Do not handle equipment without specific authorization.
 Sleeping or eating elsewhere in the construction site is strictly forbidden. Eating is allowed
only at designated areas (if any).
 Loose and unbuttoned clothing is prohibited near or around rotating equipment or machines.
 Running at site is forbidden except, in life threatening situations.
 Use a scaffold with "OK for Use" (Green) Tag only.
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 Bringing cameras or taking photographs within industrial zone is strictly forbidden.

 Housekeeping routine must be observed at least once daily.
 Horseplay is prohibited.
 End-of-shift safety check is everyone's responsibility within his respective areas.
 Only authorized persons are permitted to operate constructions mobile equipment and
special tools such as drills, table saws, cartridge-operated tools, etc.
 Riding at the rear of service pick-ups forklift, pay loader and other non-transport construction
equipment is discouraged.
 Wearing of seat belts must be observed on or off the site while driving the vehicles.
 Inspection of tools, equipment, including personal protective equipment, shall be observed
before and after use.
 Safety Lockout / Tag out procedure shall be observed when working on or near energized
equipment.
 Any work that involves hazardous substances / chemical requires MSDS / Hazard
Communication training.
 All personnel must always exemplify a safe personal behavior.
11. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & EVACUATION
11.1. EMERGENCY EVACUATION / RESPONSE PLAN
SHF Site Safety Manager shall upon mobilization to the site and before the start of construction
activities coordinate with client‘s HSE Team to develop final “Emergency Evacuation/Response
Plan” which is in line with Client “Emergency Management Plan” However, the foregoing
provisions described in this Plan serve as guidelines in developing specific SHF site ‘Emergency
Evacuation Procedures” in conjunction with Client’s Requirements.
SHF shall have an Emergency Response Plan and provide all emergency equipment and
supplies needed to support the Work and each worksite. The plan will address emergency
evacuation, medical emergencies, natural disasters, etc. The plan shall include emergency alarm
systems, assembly and evacuation points, an employee head count process, and provisions for
employee training before entering the Jobsite and any specific worksite. Periodic tests and drills
shall be conducted as required.
SHF shall ensure that Emergency Response Plan requirements are clearly communicated
to its Project personnel. Such communication and employee comprehension and participation
shall be documented.
11.2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

 All SHF site employees shall be fully familiar with and adhere to an approved Emergency Plan
on the project. A thorough discussion on Site Evacuation Procedure will be conducted by the
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site employees and returnees and occasionally reiterated in the regular Weekly Safety Toolbox
Meetings.
 A copy of this section “Emergency Evacuation / Preparedness Plan “along with the site – specific
Emergency Evacuation Plan or Plant Drawing showing specific locations of safe assembly areas,
exit gates, etc. shall be maintained at site Safety Department and posted at conspicuous
locations within the office complex /mess hall /bulletin boards for common reference.
 Every Foreman / Supervisor must be constantly aware of the actual number of his men in his
respective area. At the start of work shift, everyone must sign-in on the group's attendance sheet
and an actual number accounted for by responsible Foreman / Supervisor. Knowing and
checking the actual number of workmen under respective supervision at the start of work shift is
necessary in order to provide an accurate reference should an actual head count be necessary
in the event of an actual emergency.
 Daily work force report (actual number of men on site) shall be submitted to Client on the
schedule agreed with Client’s HSSE Team.
 Before starting any activity at a new work area, the location and access routes to the pre-
determined Safe Assembly Area(s) shall be checked or familiarized with by the responsible
foremen / supervisors and the same shall be cascaded to their workmen, to ensure an organized
action and prompt evacuation from the work area should need arises. In addition to the
designated emergency access routes/assembly areas, an alternate safe access/ location shall
be anticipated and, availed of when the situation so warrants (i.e. in situations that the pre-
determined routes/assembly areas become inaccessible or obstructed for some reason).
 Visiting SHF Personnel and casual visitors on project site have to know the basic Emergency
Procedure being enforced on the project upon arrival at site and, under no circumstances, shall
roam around the work site without being accompanied by a representative from the responsible
department.
12. INCIDENT & ACCIDENT MANAGEMENT

12.1. ASSESS
SHF shall immediately assess each incident for the following:

 Scope of the incident — injury to personnel, damage to property, service interruption, near
miss.
 Severity of the incident — e.g., life-threatening.
 Community impacts — public/environmental impact, evacuation, traffic flow/routes, property
damage.
 Determination of facts — who, what, when, where, and why (no speculation/opinions).
12.2. MANAGE
SHF shall manage each incident according to its severity:
 Render aid.
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 Initiate safety procedures to ensure employees and the public are safe guarded against further
loss.
 Initiate measures to immediately mitigate environmental impacts.
 Secure the scene.
 Preserve evidence.
12.3. NOTIFY
SHF shall:
 Ensure that the employee immediately reports the incident to his supervisor.
 Call SHF management and/or ES&H Representative.
 Notify Client’s HSSE Dept. immediately of any incident or event (e.g., injury, property loss, fire,
fire suppression release, civil/public disturbance).
12.4. INVESTIGATION
SHF shall investigate each incident, including near miss events:
 Take photographs of the incident site (digital photos are preferred for ease of communication).
 Conduct and document interviews. Document the investigation by completing the Incident
Investigation Report
 Support and/or cooperate with any subsequent Client’s investigation of Subcontractor incident,
injury, or near miss.
 After completing the investigation, determine the cause and contributing factors and complete
all identified corrective actions on the investigation form.
12.5. INCIDENT / ACCIDENT REPORTING

All incidents / accidents minor or major must be immediately reported to Client’s construction
manager, site HSE Manager and Client’s site Project manager.
A report should, after immediate verbal notice, be prepared by the responsible supervisor and copied
to construction manager and site HSE manager within 24 hours after the occurrence and shall serve
as a source for the education of the employee to prevent recurrence of similar incident / accident.
12.6. INCIDENT / ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
All incidents / accidents must be reviewed and analyzed to establish root causes and type of injury,
trends, and practices.
Investigation shall begin promptly after the occurrence of the incidents / accidents. The completed
incidents / accidents investigation report shall be submitted to the construction manager within 7
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12.7. FOLLOW-UP
All incidents / accidents, including investigation results and recommendations, shall be discussed
with SHF in the site HSE meetings and educate the employees in toolbox meetings.
12.8. SANCTIONS
All personnel working at the construction site (both direct employees and Sub-Contractors), are
required to always follow statutory and the safety requirements.
In the event of a person(s) failing to comply with HSE requirements, disciplinary action may be
taken.
13. FIRST AID FACILITIES
 Adequate first aid facilities will be provided and maintained at work site in accordance with
Saudi Labor Laws & standards.
 A posted notice at site will indicate the following:
 Name of the person who is in charge of the first aid facility.
 The hospital to which any injured person requiring hospital treatment is to be sent.
 The telephone number of the doctor or first aid attendant employed by the client.
 The emergency telephone number to be called for assistance.
 A site injury summary will be maintained listing all medical treatment (first aid) given at the
site.
 A map showing directions to Hospital selected for treatment of injuries will be posted outside
the clinic and a copy will be maintained in the ambulance.
 SHF provide First aid box in lay down area and site and qualified safety aider only
 Information would be made available at the site office and with the driver, regarding the name,
address and telephone number of the nearest hospital, the distance and approximate travel
time to reach there.
13.1. LIST OF FIRST AID SUPPLIES
 A sufficient number of not less than 12 sterile, small size finger dressings.
 A sufficient number of not less than 6 sterile, medium-size hand dressings.
 A sufficient number of not less than 6 sterile, large- size hand dressings.
 A sufficient supply of absorbent cotton wool for packing and firming up splints. Such supply shall
not be less than 200 grams of cotton wool in small 25 grams packages and two 500 gram
packages.
 A sufficient number of not less than 12 gauze bandage 7 cm. in width.
 A sufficient number of not less than 12 gauze bandages 11 cm. in width.
 Not less than 4 yards of adhesive tape in rolls, 1 cm. in width.
 Not less than 100 grams of mercurochrome in aqueous solution.
 Two 10 gram shakers of sulfa powder for sterilization wounds.
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 A medium-sized Thomas' thigh splint, a wooden posterior leg splint, a wooden elbow splint, a
wooden Card splint for the forearm, a wooden palm splint, and other types of ready-to-use
splints.
 A minimum of 6 triangle bandages.
 A minimum of safety pins.
 Ointment for burns containing a disinfectant and an analgesic.
 A minimum of ten 70 x 70 bandages for burns.
 A pair of scissors with blunt ends.
 A sufficient number of stretchers for moving injured persons.
13.2. FIRST AID TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
 Trained first aiders shall be assigned at site. First aider ratio of 1:50 shall be maintained.
 First aiders will be trained by MOH and Saudi Heart approved training provider.
 Personnel will be taught and trained regarding safety precautions and first aid techniques
regarding snake bites and other poisonous insects, work-related injuries and any other injuries
requiring first aid.
 Each Work Crews will be represented, to ensure that a trained First Aider is always available
when and if required.
13.3. MEDICAL EVACUATION PROCEDURE:

 In the event of an accident or a serious sickness involving any of the workers on site, an
emergency evacuation will be required. In such cases, the following system will be used.
 Information would be made available at the site office and with the driver, regarding the name,
address and telephone number of the nearest hospital, the distance and approximate travel
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14. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS & COMMUNICATION

14.1. STORAGE
 Hazardous substances shall be stored based on MSDS recommendations and according to their
compatibility, to prevent accidental reactions, explosions, or discharges.
 Hazardous substances shall be protected against direct sunlight, shock, incidental mixing with
other materials, damages to container and undue heat.
 Outdoor flammable storage areas shall be located at least 15 m (50 ft) away from the nearest
building or storage area for other combustibles. No other materials shall be stored with flammable
liquids.
 Liquid hazardous substances storage areas shall have a secondary containment installed.
 The access to all hazardous substances’ storage areas shall be controlled to prevent entry of
unauthorized persons. Appropriate warning signs and emergency telephones shall be posted at
the access.
 Hazardous substances shall be stored in original containers in which they were packaged at the
manufacturing plant, and these shall be properly labeled.
 Hazardous substances shall not be allowed to accumulate at the job site. Only the necessary
amount of hazardous substances shall be stored at the job site, usually not more than a 1-day
supply.
 Smoking shall not be allowed in the storage areas for flammable liquids, nor the carrying of
matches, lighters, or any other device that can produce a spark.
 Adequate portable fire extinguishers shall be provided at the storage area.
 Adequate spill response kits need to be provided.
14.2. MSDS, TRAINING / ORIENTATION

 All site personnel engaged in or affected by activities involving Hazardous Materials (if any)
such as skin irritants, corrosives, toxic, carcinogens, asphyxiates, etc. shall receive a thorough
orientation from the Site Safety Department on the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) or equivalent Product Data of the material involved prior to its handling, usage, storage
or transport.
 Required MSDS shall be obtained from the material supplier / vendor through Site Warehouse
/ Material for all substances / materials classified to be hazardous as described above. A copy
of relevant MSDS shall be made available to Safety on site prior to or upon delivery of the
material and, where required. A copy of MSDS must submit to EPC and a copy to provide at
EPC Clinic.
 MSDS must be available in the Main Store, Chemical Storage Area, Work area where chemical
is being used. Copies of appropriate MSDS shall be distributed to concerned supervisors/
foremen, posted at notice boards and adequate copies of the same shall be maintained
available at the Site Safety Office.
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14.3. LABELING / WARNING NOTICES

 Any substance or material classified to be hazardous such as skin irritants, flammable, toxic,
corrosive, carcinogen, asphyxiates, etc. shall be contained in an appropriate container or box
properly and plainly labeled with the identification of the specific substance or contents and the
immediate hazards it poses e.g. 'Gasoline, Flammable', etc.
 Plain warning notices e.g. “Flammable, No Smoking/ Open flame”, etc. shall be posted where
deemed essential to forewarn site employees of the imminent hazards in the area.
 Any container or shipment suspected of containing hazardous substances without being
properly labeled or has no manufacturer's label, shall be rejected. Any and all containers
containing hazardous substances must be labeled and appropriate MSDS present.
 Container/ shipment which is properly labeled but does not have the accompanying MSDS
shall have its MSDS requested immediately from the vendor.
14.4. INVENTORY LIST
 An inventory list of all chemicals existing on site which are classified to be hazardous as
described in the foregoing sections shall be maintained up to date on the project. Such listing
shall be accompanied with the appropriate MSDS of each substance / material, and shall be
maintained accessible for common reference on the project site.
15. SANITATION & HOUSEKEEPING PROCEDURE

 SHF shall directly implement the requirements of the Client’s sanitation & housekeeping
procedure.
 Unless specified elsewhere in the Subcontract, SHF shall, at all worksites, provide clean,
potable drinking water for its employees in a safe, hygienic manner. "Community" or common
use cups shall not be used.
 Unless specified elsewhere in the Subcontract, SHF shall provide and
maintain its own sanitary toilet facilities for its employees.
16. FALL PROTECTION PROGRAM

16.1. OBJECTIVE
The objective of SHF Fall Protection Program is to identify and evaluate fall hazards to which
employees will be exposed and to provide specific training and avoid any incidents related to
working at heights.
16.2. POLICY
It is the policy of SHF to protect its employees from occupational injuries by implementing and
enforcing safe work practices and 100 % tie off policy and appointing a competent person(s)
to manage the Fall Protection Program. SHF Fall Protection Program shall comply with Client
and the OSHA requirements. A copy of the Fall Protection Program shall be made available to
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16.3. GLOSSARY
Anchorage: a secure point of attachment for lifelines, lanyards, or deceleration devices.
Body harness: straps that may be secured about the person in a manner that distributes the fall-
arrest forces over at least the thighs, pelvis, waist, chest, and shoulders with a means for attaching
the harness to other components of a personal fall arrest system.
Connector: A device that is used to couple (connect) parts of a personal fall arrest system or
positioning device system together.
Guardrail system: a barrier erected to prevent employees from falling to lower levels.
Lanyard: a flexible line of rope, wire rope, or strap that generally has a connector at each end for
connecting the body harness to a deceleration device, lifeline, or anchorage.
Lifeline: a component consisting of a flexible line for connection to an anchorage at one end to
hang vertically (vertical lifeline), or for connection to anchorages at both ends to stretch horizontally
(horizontal lifeline), that serves as a means for connecting other components of a personal fall
arrest system to an anchorage.
Personal fall arrest system: a system including but not limited to an anchorage, connectors, and
a body harness used to arrest an employee in a fall from a working level.
Snap hook: a connector consisting of a hook-shaped member with a normally closed keeper, or
a similar arrangement, which may be opened to permit the hook to receive an object and, when
released automatically, closes to retain the object.
Steep roof: a roof having a slope greater than 4 in 12 (vertical to horizontal).
Toe board: a low protective barrier that prevents material and equipment from falling to lower
levels and which protects personnel from falling.
16.4. ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY

A. Employer (SHF)
It is the responsibility of SHF to provide fall protection to affected employees, and to ensure that
all employees understand and adhere to the procedures of this plan.
B. HSE Manager
It is the responsibility of HSE Manager to implement this program by:
 Performing routine safety checks of work operations.
 Enforcing SHF safety policy and procedures; according to Client
 Correcting any unsafe practices or conditions immediately.
 Training employees and supervisors in recognizing fall hazards and the use of fall
protection systems.
 Maintaining records of employee training, equipment issue, and fall protection systems
used at SHF jobsites; and
 Investigating and documenting all incidents that result in employee injury.
C. Employees
It is the responsibility of all employees to:

 Understand and adhere to the procedures outlined in this Fall Protection program.
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 Bring to management’s attention any unsafe or hazardous conditions or practices that

may cause injury to either themselves or any other employees; and
 Report any incident that causes injury to an employee, regardless of the nature of the
injury.
16.5. TRAINING
A. All employees who may be exposed to fall hazards are required to have the enough
experience with this job or receive training on how to recognize such hazards, and how to
minimize their exposure to them.
B. A record of employees who have received training and training dates shall be maintained
by HSE Manager. Training of employees shall include:
 Nature of fall hazards employees may be exposed to.
 Correct procedures for erecting, maintaining, disassembling, and inspecting.
 Correct procedures for equipment and materials handling, and storage and erection of
overhead protection.
 Role of each employee in alternative Fall Protection Plans (If used).
16.6. FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS

A. Covers
 SHF shall barricade all floor openings or install properly labeled and substantial covers (3/4
inch, or equivalent metric, exterior grade plywood able to withstand at least twice the
anticipated load).
 All covers shall be secured to prevent accidental displacement. It will be securely fixed by
screwed or bolted not nailed.
 Covers shall be color-coded or bear the markings “OPEN HOLE - DANGER, DO NOT
REMOVE”.
 Covers located in roadways shall be able to support twice the axle load of the largest
vehicle that might cross them.
B. Guardrail Systems
Guardrail systems shall be erected at unprotected edges, ramps, runways, or holes that erecting
such systems will not cause an increased hazard to employees. The following specifications will
be followed in the erection of guardrail systems. Guard rails shall be:
 At least ¼ inch in diameter (steel or plastic banding is unacceptable)

 Flagged every six (6) feet or less with a high visibility material if wire rope is used.
 Inspected by competent person as frequently as necessary to ensure strength and stability.
 Forty-two (42) inches above the walking/working level.
 Have top guardrails at a minimum height of approximately 100cm, with intermediate rails fitted
to prevent excessive gaps including a minimum 220 mm toe board must be solidly fixed to the
opening entrance.
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C. Personal Fall Arrest Systems

 The personal fall arrest system which will be used in this project is the full body harness with
double lanyards.
 Personal fall arrest system which will be used in this project shall be issued to and used by
employees and may consist of anchorage, connectors, body harness, deceleration device,
lifeline, or suitable combinations. Personal fall arrest systems shall:
o be rigged so an employee cannot free fall more than six (6) feet or contact any lower
level.
o be strong enough to withstand twice the potential impact energy of an employee free
falling six (6) feet (or the free fall distance permitted by the system, whichever is less);
more than 5800 pounds
o be inspected prior to each use for damage and deterioration; and
o Be removed from service if any damaged components are detected.
 All components of a fall arrest system shall meet the specifications of the OSHA Fall Protection
Standard and shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
o The use of non-locking snap hooks is prohibited.
o Dee-rings and locking snap hooks shall:
1. have a minimum tensile strength of 5000 pounds; and
2. Be proof tested to a minimum tensile load of 3600 pounds without cracking,
breaking, or suffering permanent deformation.
3. Lifelines shall be:
4. designed, installed, and used under the supervision of Competent Person.
5. protected against cuts and abrasions; and
6. If nylon rope is used the rope diameter must be ≥ 25mm.
7. Equipped with horizontal lifeline connection devices capable of locking in both
directions on the lifeline when used on suspended scaffolds or similar work
platforms that have horizontal lifelines that may become vertical lifelines.
D. Safety Nets
1. Safety Nets may be installed when applicable to protect employees from falling
hazards; safety nets may be used also as a protection from falling materials.
2. Safety nets must be installed under the supervision of competent person.
3. Splices and connections must be done with approved types of ropes and with
minimum diameter of 16 mm.
16.7. TASKS AND WORK AREAS REQUIRING FALL PROTECTION
Any activities will be carried out on 1.8 m or more will require a fall protection
PROTECTION FROM FALLING OBJECTS

When guardrail systems are in use, the openings shall be small enough to prevent passage of
potential falling objects. The following procedures must be followed by all employees to prevent
hazards associated with falling objects.
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B. Stacked materials must be stable and self-supporting.

C. Canopies shall be strong enough to prevent penetration by falling objects.
D. Toe boards erected along the edges of overhead walking/working surfaces shall be
capable of withstanding a force of at least 50 pounds.
16.8. ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
All incidents that result in injury to workers, as well as near misses, regardless of their nature, shall
be reported and investigated. Investigations shall be conducted by HSE Manager and Area
supervisor as soon after an incident as possible to identify the cause and means of prevention to
eliminate the risk of reoccurrence.
In the event of such an incident, the Fall Protection Program (and alternative Fall Protection Plans,
if in place) shall be reevaluated by HSE manager to determine if additional practices, procedures
or training are necessary to prevent similar future incidents.
16.9. ENFORCEMENT
Constant awareness of and respect for fall hazards, as well as compliance with all safety rules, are
considered conditions of employment with SHF. The crew supervisor or foreman, as well as HSE
Manager or company management, reserve the right to issue disciplinary warnings to employees,
up to and including termination, for failure to follow the guidelines of this Plan.
17. CONFINED SPACE
17.1. SCOPE
The SWP shall be applied to all projects and manufacturing works under the management of SHF.
The SHF team shall ensure that the content of this SWP is understood and always implemented
when necessary.
17.2. DEFINITIONS
 For the purposes of this SWP, a ‘Confined Space’ is any space that 1) that has limited or
restricted means of entry or exit; 2) is large enough for a person to enter to perform tasks; 3)
and is not designed or configured for continuous occupancy.
 Examples of confined spaces that may be encountered include manholes, sewers, sump pits,
vessels, tanks, boilers, ventilation or exhaust ducts, underground utility chambers and tunnels.
It is not possible to provide a comprehensive list of confined spaces. Some places may become
confined spaces when work is carried out, or during their construction, fabrication, or
subsequent modification.
 While there are numerous hazards relating to confined spaces the principal hazard of a
confined space is the presence of a toxic or hazardous atmosphere where workers may be at
risk due to flammable gases, airborne combustible dust and atmospheric oxygen

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concentration below 19.5% or above 23.5%. Such hazards may not be immediately obvious,
and steps must be taken to ensure that work can proceed in a safe manner.
17.3. PROCEDURE
A) Classification of Confined Space
Confined spaces can be categorized into different classification levels. The different classification
levels of confined space have important differences that can affect the safety of workers. The
classification levels are as follows:
Low Risk Confined Space
A low risk confined space exists where there is easy entry/exit and natural ventilation.
Low risk shallow entry with adequate natural or mechanical ventilation, where access is simple
and unobstructed and there is no likely risk of flooding. E. g: meter pits, valve chambers, booster-
pumping stations, PRV chambers, etc.
No breathing apparatus required for low risk
Medium Risk Confined Space

A medium risk confined space exists where there are access issues; a realistic expectation of
encountering a specific risk; possible introduction of specified risks during the work activity.
Vertical direct unobstructed access with continuous attachment to a man riding hoist or similar
mechanical rescue device.
Escape Set (Self Rescue) breathing apparatus required to be taken into medium risk.
High Risk Confined Spaces
A high risk confined space exists when there is a specified hazard that cannot be controlled or
eliminated.
Non-standard entries involving complex operations which introduce additional risks and require
specific controls and rescue arrangements. E. g: mechanical hazards, physical complexity of
system introduced hazards, enhanced specific intrinsic hazards.
Full breathing apparatus (working) required to be worn at all times in high risk.
High risk entries require the presence of personnel who have designated responsibilities for
dealing with emergencies.
General Requirements
 The SHF team shall identify high risk works, including confined spaces, at bi-weekly / weekly
safety meetings.
 Employees carrying out confined space work shall appoint a ‘Competent Supervisor’ for the
specific job or series of works. The Competent Supervisor shall be present on work area to
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 The SHF team shall ensure that existing confined spaces are protected against unauthorized
access. This may be through the use of barriers and signage.
 Employees shall carry out and document a detailed risk assessment and develop a detailed
method statement that shall incorporate the risk assessment control measures and shall
consider training requirements, access / egress, atmosphere monitoring requirements, PPE /
RPE requirements and non-entry / entry rescue / emergency arrangements. Where there is a
potentially explosive atmosphere intrinsically safe tools and lighting shall be used.
 Note that other hazards should be considered at this time such as work at height, hazards
associated with plant, tools and equipment etc.
 The SHF HSE team shall physically confirm that equipment detailed in the method statement
is available on site and in working condition. Documented calibration certificates shall be
available for Atmospheric test equipment.
 Should the proposed work set out in the method statement be acceptable a ‘Permit to Work’ in
the confined space shall be obtained by the execution team.
 The SHF shall appoint a confined space safety standby operative (attendant) to monitor the
job at all times. The standby operative shall have a means of communication (mobile phone /
radio) so that an alarm can be raised should entrants get into difficulty. Standby man should
maintain a IN/OUT registry for all entrants.
 The SHF shall provide and set up the relevant equipment, including rescue equipment, as
detailed in the method statement. Typical equipment required is shown below.
Atmospheric Testing
SHF shall control atmospheric hazards by;

 Carrying out atmospheric testing
 Ventilating the confined space for a minimum of five (5) minutes
 Continually retesting the atmosphere to confirm that acceptable entry conditions are
present. The frequency of retest shall be dependent on assessed risk, however, as a
minimum this shall be at the start of each shift.
Atmospheric testing will be required to confirm acceptable entry conditions. Atmospheric testing
shall only be carried out by a competent person trained in the use of the specific test equipment in
use.
Acceptable entry conditions will meet the following basic requirements:

 Oxygen (O2) – greater than 19.5% and less than 23.5%
 Lower Flammable Limit LFL – less than 10%
 Carbon Monoxide (CO) – less than 35ppm
 Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) – less than 10ppm
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Where any other toxic or hazardous substance has the potential to be present, the proper
monitoring equipment will be obtained and operated by an individual who has been trained in its
use.
Each confined space will be periodically monitored by the competent supervisor to ensure that
acceptable entry conditions are being maintained throughout the entry operation.
If conditions deteriorate during entry, all entrants will exit immediately, and the method of work will
be re-evaluated.
If acceptable entry conditions cannot be maintained with continuous forced ventilation (for example
in live sewer lines), employees should never try to sweeten the air with pumped oxygen. This can
lead to build up of oxygen presenting an explosive atmosphere.
In situations where acceptable atmospheric conditions cannot be achieved or maintained,

personnel shall be required to wear Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) or Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Entrants shall be trained in use of the RPE or SCBA. The appointed
competent supervisor shall ensure that personnel are trained and physically fit to undertake the
work required.
Confined Space Entry and Permit Procedure
The procedure of confined space entry permit is to be completed prior to any work in a space
meeting the definition of a confined space.
The Entry Supervisor will terminate entry to a confined space and cancel the permit when:
• The authorized time period of the permit has expired.
• Entry operations covered by the entry permit have been completed.
• A condition that is not allowed under the entry permit arises in or near the permit space.
• An emergency or incident required evacuation of the area.
Rescue and Emergency Procedures
 Rescue and Emergency procedures shall be fully prepared & implemented

 Non entry rescue of entrants is the safest option. Non entry rescue is where a casualty is
removed from the confined space without the need for another person to enter to facilitate
the rescue.
 All entrants to confined spaces shall wear a full body harness. Where possible a retrieval
line shall be attached to the harness. Should the entrant get into difficulty, the tripod and
winch can be used pull the casualty from the confined space.
 Where the entrant cannot use a retrieval line, or the non-entry rescue fails, an entry
rescue will be required. Those designated for rescue duties shall be fully trained in the
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(SCBA) and shall be physically capable of performing such duties. Note that the first duty
of rescue personnel is to avoid becoming a casualty themselves.
 Under no circumstances shall unauthorized personnel enter a confined space to attempt
a rescue. A major factor in confined space fatalities is attempted rescue by the
uninformed and ill prepared.
 The use of local emergency services shall be included in the rescue and emergency
procedure, Ambulance, Fire Service and Police contacts shall be included.
Information & Instruction
 Before participating as a member of a confined space entry team, all personnel shall be
provided information and instruction with regard to their specific duties. Such training may
include briefings or toolbox talks and shall be conducted by the relevant competent
supervisor.
 Attendance at pre-work / safety briefings and / or toolbox talks shall be recorded, and
records maintained by the competent supervisor.
 The competent supervisor shall re-brief all those involved in confined space entry should
conditions or planned works change.
18. HEALTH AND OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE

Effective arrangements shall be established and maintained for providing all Project personnel with
the required health and occupational hygiene facilities, including measures to address any
community health hazards such as Coronavirus 19, HIV, H1N1 or Hepatitis, particularly when
travelling for business purposes. Health monitoring and awareness relevant to any health risk
known to exist on the plant location will be undertaken. The necessary vaccines shall be used by
the company as per KSA government requirement and EPC request during the whole contract.
The subcontractor shall allocate adequate resource for COVID-19 prevention, including but not
limited to personnel, isolation room, sanitizing equipment and PPE.
The SHF shall enforce its employee to comply with COVID-19 prevention measures and
recommendation from authorities includes, but not limited to.
 Wear the medical mask, gloves, and goggles.

 Keeping social distance 1.5 meters with each other, avoid handshakes and contact with
others.
 Wash hands with soap or sanitizer frequently, avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth.
 Avoid all large gatherings, such as meetings.
 Ventilate the closed rooms and space frequently.
 Ensure eating utensils (dishes, cutlery, napkins, etc.) are available and properly
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 Remove any containers filled with any kind of food from meeting rooms, cafeterias, and
social areas.
 Seek immediate medical attention and report to management if feeling any symptoms
including shortness of breath and fever.
 Don’t spread rumor, fake news, discrimination, or racialism.
 Other instructions and recommendations from Contractor and government.
Daily temperature monitoring will be conducted, and record will be submitted to Contractor Male
nurse on daily basis. Body temperature will be monitored twice a day.
18.1. CLEANING AND DISINFECTION PROGRAM
Regular disinfection of areas such as offices, Toilets, accommodation facilities shall be done with
an agent effective against coronavirus. Coronavirus is an enveloped virus, meaning it is one of the
easiest types of viruses to kill with appropriate disinfectants. Types of disinfectants that can be
used include:
 Diluted bleach solution: 1 part bleach to 9 parts waters.
 Accelerated hydrogen peroxide (0.5%)
 Quaternary ammonium compounds (QUATs)
Follow the product instructions for the dilution and contact time. Unless otherwise stated on the
product, use a detergent to clean the surface of all visible debris prior to the application of the
disinfectant.
Surfaces that have become soiled with respiratory secretions or bodily fluids should be cleaned twice:
once to remove the secretions, and second with an effective disinfectant to disinfect the area. Use
disposable gloves and protective clothing (e.g., plastic aprons, if available) when cleaning or handling
surfaces, clothing or linen that has been soiled with bodily fluids.
Availability of sufficient infection control supplies
All accommodation camps and work site must have a stock of infection control supplies on site. The
supplies must be adequate to support diligent daily hygiene practices of all workers.
Supplies should include:

 Hand washing supplies (soap, water) and hand sanitizers (minimum 60% alcohol content).
 Appropriate cleaning supplies.
 Surgical masks, if possible, for those who are in self-isolation or those with symptoms being
transported to another facility.
 Tissues.
 Disposable gloves & coveralls.

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19. HEAT STRESS PREVENTION
19.1. HEAT STRESS PREVENTION AND CONTROL
Heat stress may occur any time that work is being performed at elevated temperatures or when
protective clothing is worn. Heat stress symptoms include fatigue, irritability, anxiety, and
decreased concentration, dexterity, or movement. If the body’s physiological processes fail to
maintain a normal body temperature because of excessive heat, a number of physical reactions
can occur ranging from mild to fatal. Because heat stress is one of the most common and
potentially serious problems that workers encounter, regular monitoring and preventive measures
are vital.
Client and SHF will ensure that all field employees, especially front line supervisors, are trained
on the warning signs/symptoms of early heat related disorders, and instructed on the clothing and
work methods best suited to avoid heat and/or cold stress.
SHF will provide an immediately accessible, adequate, and sanitary potable water supply during
all periods of the day and have available electrolyte replacement drinks or tablets during seasons
of the year when heat stress may occur.
The following general preventive measures will be adopted.
1. Suggest that employees drink 16 ounces (500 ml) of water before beginning work in the
morning and after lunch.
2. Provide disposable 4-ounce (120 ml) cups and water.
3. Urge employees to drink a reasonable quantity of water per day.
4. Provide a shaded area for rest breaks.
5. Monitor employees for signs of heat stress. An employee with high blood pressure must be
monitored often, and extra precautions should be taken.
6. Acclimate employees to work conditions by slowly increasing their workloads (i.e., under
normal circumstances, do not begin work activities with extremely demanding tasks).
7. Ensure that adequate shelter is available to protect personnel from heat, as well as rain,
which can decrease physical efficiency and increase the probability of both heat and cold
stress.
8. Maintain good hygienic standards by changing clothing and showering as appropriate.
Clothing should be permitted to dry during rest periods. Employees should immediately
report any skin problems to their supervisor.
For more details see attached heat stress program attachment (A).
20. DEMOBILIZATION
 An approval from Client representative shall be obtained prior to starting demobilization from the
site.

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 All relevant security requirements (i.e., Material Gate Pass) shall be ensured fully adhered to during
the demobilization stage.
 First aid and fire protection (i.e., portable fire extinguishers, fire water barrels with buckets) will be
amongst the last items to be demobilized from the job site.
 It shall be ensured that site facilities and work areas have been cleared of any refuse, rubbish and
surplus construction materials before totally deserted.
 Where required, restoration of the area to its "as found" condition will be made to comply with
relevant requirements.
 A First Aid station equipped with adequate first aid medicines shall be retained on the job site until
the demobilization stage is complete to ensure availability of first aid services if and when needed.
 A joint site walk-through will have to be conducted by SHF and Client representatives to identify
and address relevant requirements prior to demobilization.
 SHF can obtain final clearance after the rehabilitation of both work area and material storage
yard/lay down.
21. REFERENCES
 Project procedure; APPENDIX 2 –HSE Requirements and Responsibilities
 Sepco III HSE Standardization Atlas
 ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System
 EH&S Legislation in KSA
 OSHA Requirements

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Attachment (A)
Heat Stress Management


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1. INTRODUCTION
Heat is internally generated by the body's own functioning and increases as workload increases.
Environmental heat can add to the body's burden of heat removal and includes air temperature, air
velocity, humidity, and radiant heat. Working in a hot environment can pose special hazards to the
health and safety of employees, including heat-related illness and fatigue. Heat increases the potential
for accidents due to fogged glasses, sweat in the eyes, slippery hands, physical discomfort, irritability,
reduced judgment, or slower physical and mental reaction times.
2. SCOPE
SHF has several operations in which a significant hazard can result from heat. SHF employees may
be exposed to significant sources of heat stress through the daily activities, so the scope of this
program includes SHF employees who may be required to perform work outdoors in Project.
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
 SHF HSE Manager will provide training to his officers regarding heat stress.
 HSE Department will:
o Provide annual training to all employees who are exposed to potentially harmful heat
stress,
o Monitor heat stress environments as needed,
o Suggest engineering and administrative controls, and
o Review this written program at least annually or as needed.
 Supervisors are responsible for:
o Identifying employees with potential exposure to heat stress,
o Ensuring that training is provided,
o Ensuring that plenty of potable water is available to employees exposed to heat stress,
o Allowing a period of acclimatization to heat,
o assessing the day-to-day heat stresses on employees,
o Assessing workload and assigning work/rest schedules, if needed.
 Employees are responsible for:
o Performing their work in a safe manner according to the training they receive, and
o Reporting heat related stress to their supervisor.
4. BODY REACTION TO HEAT
 Four environmental factors affect the amount of stress a person faces in a hot environment -
temperature, humidity, radiant heat (such as from the sun or a furnace) and air velocity. The level
of heat stress a person experiences is also related to personal characteristics such as age, weight,
medical condition, and acclimatization to the heat.
 Risk may increase if a person is:

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o Chronically ill
o Over 40
o Returning to work from vacation
o Overweight or in poor physical condition
o On a severely restricted diet
o Recovering from a recent illness, including a heat related illness
o Dehydrated
o Living in high temperatures at night (no recovery time), or
o Experiencing a fever.
o Other personal factors that increase a persons’ risk of heat stress include:
o Consumption of alcohol (within 24 hours)
o Consumption of caffeinated and sugary drinks
o Use of medications for:
o High blood pressure,
o Diuretics,
o Antidepressants,
o Tranquilizers,
o Antihistamines (allergy and cold medications),
o Recent illnesses,
o Recent vaccinations, or
o Skin trauma, including sunburn.
 In general, the body reacts to hot environments as follows. When the blood temperature rises
above 98.6EF, blood flow to skin increases to transfer heat to outside air through convection,
radiation, evaporation, and conduction; and sweating occurs so its evaporation will cool skin, but
reaches maximum efficiency at 86EF. Sweating is effective only if the humidity levels is low enough
to permit evaporation and if the fluids lost are adequately replaced.
 If the body cannot dispose of excess heat, it will store it. When this happens, the body’s core
temperature begins to rise and the heart rate increases. Because so much blood goes to the
external skin surface, less blood is supplied to the active muscles. Strength declines and the onset
of fatigue comes quicker and results in reduced accuracy, comprehension, and retention.
 As the body continues to store heat, the individual begins to lose concentration and has difficulty
focusing on a task, may become irritable and loses the desire to drink. The next stage is most often
fainting and then possibly death if the person is not removed from the heat.
5. HEAT DISORDERS
There are five major categories of heat related illness: heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps,
heat syncope (fainting), and heat rash (prickly heat). After experiencing a heat-related illness, the
victim will be more susceptible to heat stress than before being affected. The symptoms and
treatment of each is discussed below.

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5.1 HEAT STROKE

Heat stroke is the most serious heat related illness. It is always life threatening because a person's
temperature is so high it might cause brain damage or organ failure. It is caused by the failure of body's
temperature regulating mechanisms and dehydration.
 Symptoms
Symptoms may include:
o hot, dry skin (may be mottled, red or bluish),

o core temperature over 105 EF
o mental confusion, loss of consciousness, or
o Convulsions or coma.
 Treatment
o Call for help immediately. Prompt first aid can prevent permanent injury to the brain and
other vital organs.
o Remove the victim from heat and/or sun.
o Immediately cool victim with ice packs, cool water, cool compresses, (but never put ice
directly on the skin).
o Do not give the victim anything to drink, especially not tea, coffee, or alcoholic beverages.
Never give anything by mouth to someone who is unconscious.
5.2 HEAT EXHAUSTION
Heat exhaustion is caused by the loss of body fluid and salt from sweating, decreased blood circulation
to the brain and organs, or both. It is caused when a person does not take in enough water, salt, or
both. It is less serious than heat stroke but can become serious and lead to heat stroke if not treated.
 Symptoms
Symptoms may include:
o clammy, pale or flushed moist skin,

o extreme fatigue, headache, nausea,
o rapid pulse and low blood pressure, or
o Oral temperature that is normal or slightly elevated.
 Treatment
o Remove the victim to a cooler area and give them water as they desire (but never any
liquids with caffeine or alcohol). “Sports” drinks may be consumed if desired, or slightly
salted water (only if not on a restricted diet). “Slightly salted” means 1/4 teaspoon of salt
per gallon of water.
o Have the victim rest with their feet slightly elevated.
o Cool the body with ice packs or cool water if needed.
o Call the appropriate emergency response number if the victim becomes unconscious.

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o Some cases of heat exhaustion may take several days or longer for full recovery and the
person is at higher risk of heat stroke after experiencing heat exhaustion.
5.3 HEAT CRAMPS
Heat cramps are painful spasms of the working muscles of workers who are drinking large quantities
of water, but have some salt depletion. The cramps may occur during or after working hours and are
usually relieved by drinking lightly salted water.
 Symptoms
Symptoms may include painful spasms of muscles used during work (usually arms, legs, or
abdomen).
 Treatment
o Drink lightly salted water or “sports” drinks (unless on medical restriction).
o Use adequate salt amount during meals.
5.4 FAINTING OR HEAT SYNCOPE
Syncope may occur in workers who are not acclimated and stand still in the heat. Blood normally
circulated to the heart and brain is sent to the skin for cooling, and pools in the enlarged blood vessels
in the skin and in the lower part of the body. It may be prevented by moving around, assuming no other
complications occur.
 Symptoms
Symptoms may include fainting or becoming dizzy while standing in the heat.
 Treatment
o Remove the victim to a cooler area and let them drink water.
o Recovery should be prompt.
o Consult a physician if the condition persists.
5.5 HEAT RASH
Heat rash can be avoided by resting in a cool place and allowing the skin to dry. Also, wearing layers
of thin cotton clothing that do not tightly bind the skin, especially near the waist or the arms, will allow
sweat to evaporate.
 Symptoms
"Prickly heat" or “malaria” may occur in humid environments where sweat is not easily removed
from the skin by evaporation. The sweat ducts become plugged, become inflamed, and a rash
develops. Infection is a possibility. When extensive or complicated by infection, heat rash can be
so uncomfortable that is impedes a person’s performance or even results in a total temporary
disability.

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 Treatment
Cool and dry the skin and avoid conditions that cause sweating. If infection develops, have it
treated by a physician.
6. PREVENTING HEAT STRESS
7.1. ACCLIMATIZATION
Acclimatization is a process by which the physiological processes of a worker’s body adjusts to the
environment over a period of time, usually 5 to 7 days according to OSHA. However, the process may
take up to three weeks depending on the individual and his/her work environment. According to the
American Industrial Hygiene Association, the process requires a consistent work level for at least two
hours each day during the acclimation period in order for a worker to become acclimatized. Mere
exposure to heat does not confer acclimatization, nor does acclimatization at one heat stress level
confer resistance to heat stress at a higher temperature or more vigorous work load.
Because their exposure to heat and their workloads may be inconsistent, some personnel may not, by
definition, be acclimated to the heat they encounter in their shops. People who are not sufficiently
acclimatized to the heat may experience transient heat fatigue resulting in a decline in performance,
coordination or alertness. They may also become irritable or depressed. This can be prevented
through gradual adjustment to the hot environment. People in good physical condition tend to
acclimatize better because their cardiovascular systems respond better.
Allow the body to adjust to the hot environment. Sweat will increase, but salt loss will decrease. On
the first day in a hot environment, a person should perform about 50% of the normal workload. The
workload in the hot environment should be increased by 10% each day on each succeeding day. Full
acclimatization takes about two weeks. It is the supervisor’s responsibility to extend rest periods
according to individual requirements and to allow a re-acclimatization period after an absence from
work of a week or more or if the person is returning to work from an illness.
7.2. DEHYDRATION
Dehydration is a major factor in most heat disorders. The average body loses approximately 2½ quarts
of sweat a day. When performing strenuous work, the body can lose up to 1½ quarts of sweat per
hour. It is essential to drink more than is needed to satisfy thirst. It is necessary to drink 10-12 ounces
of water every 20-30 minutes for heavy sweating.
7.3. SALT REPLACEMENT
Sweat not only contains water, but salt and other electrolytes. The body needs certain amount of salt
to function properly, but salt tablets are not recommended because of stomach irritation, nausea, and
vomiting. Employees should drink normal water throughout day, but may drink an electrolyte solution
such as Gatorade after working in a hot environment, if desired. Individuals on a salt restricted diet or
those persons being treated for high blood pressure or heart problems must NOT try to replace salt
without the advice of their physician.

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7.4. SAFE WORK PRACTICES
 Watch out for the safety of coworkers.

 Take scheduled breaks in cool areas.
 Take water breaks as needed.
 Drink plenty of cool water.
 Report trouble to supervisor
 Supervisors should consider scheduling the hottest work for the coolest part of day, assigning extra
workers to high demand tasks, and using a wide variety of work-saving devices such as power
tools, hoists, cranes, or other lifting aids to reduce the body’s work load.
7.5. RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Loose fitting clothes made of light cotton allow sweat to evaporate and transfer heat better than tight
fitting synthetic fibers. Wear a hat to shade the head.
7.6. THINGS TO AVOID
The following should be avoided while working in hot environments:
 All alcoholic beverages;

 Diuretics, or water pills;
 Hot, heavy meals;
 Sugary drinks, and
 A severely restricted diet.

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9.7.5. HANDLING OF GAS CYLINDERS 42

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13.2. MSDSS, TRAINING / ORIENTATION 55

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Sl Objective Target Monitoring Tool

01 Implementing SHF policy  Zero Fatalities  Weekly

02 100% Customer  Zero Customer complaints  Client

04 Implement 100% process  100% Hazard  Method Statements

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6.1. ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

SHF management is responsible for developing a program organization that provides

Typical ES&H organization activities include:

 Providing ES&H advice to all levels of the organization.

6.2. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 Project Manager (PM)

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 Construction Manager (CM)

 Site HSE Manager (HSEM)

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 Advise management on the following:

 Field Safety Officers

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 Clinic Doctor or Nurse

 Develops operation plan of the Site Clinic.

 Site HSE Supervisor shall cover the role.

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 Preventing site workers from taking unnecessary risks.

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It is the duty of every employee while at work.

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6.3. HSE ORGANIZATION CHART (TENTATIVE)

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6.4. FITNESS FOR WORKS – ALCOHOL & DRUGS

A positive test result will be recorded for a person:

 that refuses a test

 accept the result as a positive test; or

6.5. TRAINING AND EDUCATION

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Records of training will be retained in HSE department.

7.5.1. Client ES&H Induction

7.5.2. Other Trainings

Sl. Training Topic Audience

01 Heavy equipment’s use, including certification Operators

02 Safety, Health and Environment standards Managers, Supervisors

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03 Project Manager safety policy All Employees

04 General Safety and Health responsibilities All Employees

05 Job site rules All employees

06 Personal protective equipment’s All employees

07 Job hazard analysis Managers, Supervisors

13 Housekeeping basics Foremen, Helpers

14 Compressed gas cylinders Stores, welders

15 Use of tools and equipment’s Erectors, mechanics

19 Barricade requirements Supervisors, helpers

22 Scaffold safety and certification Scaffolds

23 Eye protection All employees