Excavation and Pipe supports Installation
Step No. Job Steps
1. Mobilization of tools /
equipment / materials
at site area (Near Tank
13, 25, 24)
Hazards Identified
Vehicular accident inside the
terminal
Vehicles Struck by moving
Improper Lifting (manual lifting)
Narrow Road / Collision or topple
Slips, Trips and Falls at the same
level
Fatigue
Control Measures
 Observe speed limit and traffic inside terminal premises (10 KPH Speed
limit)
 Ensure all ground workers understand the blind spot of the operator
 Driver are aware at Defensive Driving
 Provide and Install barricade and signage’s in the working area
 Use prescribe entry and exit point assigned when crossing the road points
 Prohibited backing without guide
 Observe speed limit and traffic inside terminal premises (10 KPH Speed
limit)
 Check the load to be lifted, if the load is heavy get assistance
 Maximum of 25kg per person to be allowed to lift
 When lifting in pairs or group ensure hand signal is clear and understood
 Proper Lifting technique must be applied
 If using push carts or trolley, check the load capacity
 Apply Buddy system
 Exercise caution when carrying long materials (pipes / ladders). Must be
carried from both ends by two persons.
 Always use hand gloves when handling sharp edges and rough materials.
Always wear proper PPE’s
 Ensure valid vehicle driving license
 Observe proper control and speed limit (10 KPH)
 Equipment and material are properly secured
 Informed / Coordinate with UPPI in charge to activity to commence
 Access must free from scattered materials
 Use only proper access and egress and avoid shortcuts
 Avoid horse playing at all times
 Do not block the access ways, remove all unused / unwanted materials
/tools at site
 Always use proper PPE’s
 Comply with the Site/facility/asset requirements regarding maximum work
hours and required rest days
 Prior to start of work request work party to self-report if they are suffering
from fatigue. All are encouraged self-report when not feeling well, report to
Project supervisor and safety officer.
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2. Layout of area to be Slips Trips and falls at the same level  Remove any trip hazards in the area, clean up any spills, wear anti-slip
excavated safety shoes
 Do not block the safe access of work area.
 Keep away from uneven work surface or pavement, if possible secure all
access way to prevent slip and trip hazard.
 Use only the designated walkway/pedestrian lane.
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3. Excavation for pipe Soil condition (cave in / collapse)  PTW to be Obtained and the requirements to be followed.
support foundation  Location of work to be barricaded and signage in place

Fatigue  Comply with the Site/facility/asset requirements regarding maximum work

hours and required rest days
 Prior to start of work request work party to self-report if they are suffering
from fatigue. All are encouraged self-report when not feeling well, report to
Project supervisor and safety officer.

Working in Hot weather condition
 Stay out of direct sunlight. Schedule physical work during the coolest parts
of day. Take frequent breaks in the shade or a cool area. Drink water
frequently. Monitor urine colour (hydration).
 Ensure understanding of the signs/symptoms, prevention and treatment of
injury/illness related to Heat Stress

Hand tools  Avoid Horse playing at all times

 Do not use defective hand tools, checked hand tools before using
 Use / wear appropriate PPE’s

Ergonomics  Remove anything that can cause improper positioning if possible

 Avoid awkward positioning
 Manpower rotation

Underground utilities (cable / pipeline)  Approved excavation plan and all underground utilities must be identify
 Execute manual digging at least 1.0 meter depth, prior to use mechanical
equipment
 Ensure tools and equipment are certified and fit for use prior to
mobilization
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4. Rock / concrete Breaking Fire or explosion  Gas test first the area before commencing to any hot work activity
using chipping hammer LEL must be 0, Oxygen level must be 20.8%, CO=0ppm, and H2S=0ppm
 Ensure fire extinguisher is present and functioning

Struck by/ Against Heavy Equipment
Flying Debris, Protruding Objects
Shoulder, lower back, body injury.
Physical handling/manual handling
Heavy load and repetitive movement
Vibration
High Noise Levels
Extreme physical conditions
(humidity).
Potential for workforce injury from heat
related disorders.
Poor relationship between operator
and in-charge for workforce injury,
property damage.
Inhalation of dust particles
Electrocution
5. Possible hand injury due to sharp
edge of cut steel bars
Standby fire watcher & water
 Isolate the area / enclose the work area
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 Isolate equipment swing areas
 Communication / Make eye contact with operator before approaching equipment
 Barricade or enclose the work area
 Restrict work area entry to authorized personnel only during construction activities
 Wear hard hats, safety glasses, face shield, reflectorized jacket, and steel-toe
safety boots
 Rotation tasks to minimize workers exposure to equipment vibration
 Warm up exercises, correct posture, and correct technique
 Take regular breaks/rotate work
 Use hearing protection when exposed to excessive noise levels (greater than 85
dBA over an 8-hour work period) use ear plug.
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 Establish rest areas in the vicinity of the work area
Establish rest break and hydration frequency
 Provide fluids / water to prevent worker dehydration
 Avoid horse playing; establish house rules, defined roles and responsibilities,
discuss any potential conflicts during tool box meetings.
 Proper coordination communication between operator and in-charge
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 Wear N5 respirator or dust mask
 Do not use frayed cables, and ensure that it was connected with ELCB
 Cables, especially the connection must not be lied on water
 Ensure that the chipping gun is in good condition
 Be alert and stay focus during handling of cut steel bars
 Use proper lifting technique and proper body positioning.

Shoulder and lower back injury
improper body positioning/lifting of cut
steel bars.
Installing of rebar, base
plate & Anchor bolt Hand cuts, laceration
6. Formworks Installation Caught in between. Hand injury,
lower back problem.
Possible fall of worker in the
excavated area
Possible slips, trips. Fatality,
serious physical injury.
Protruding objects, sharp edges of
tools and materials. Wounds
serious injury.
Poor relationship between workers
Potential for workforce injury,
property damage.
Potential for workforce injury or
 Practice buddy system.
 Observe careful hand placement. Watch out for ends of tie-wire and sharp
edges of rebar.
 The use of working gloves is required.
 Clean work area as needed during the day. Pick-up tie-wire, dunnage and
excess materials as work in progresses
 Safety briefing talks about the activity.
 Workers should be trained
 Place warning sign in the working area.
 Always keep working area tidy and without obstructions and tripping
objects.
 Ensure PPE's (safety helmet, safety hand gloves, and safety shoes,) are
worn at all times.
 Ensure constant presence of Supervisor /foreman during working hours
 using proper tools on installation of frames
 Install barricade to the excavated area
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 Close supervision of safety, foreman, or supervisor.
 Avoid horse playing while working.
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 When tools and equipment are aloft keep in the toolbox.
 Be extra cautious when handling of equipment and materials.
 Close supervision.
 Wear PPE's safety shoes, safety helmet, and safety uniform hard hat.
 Good housekeeping.
 Avoid horse playing, establish house rules, defined roles and
responsibilities, discuss any potential conflicts during tool box meetings
 Work permitting system
 fatality. Contact with biological
hazards, e.g. snake, insects.
7. Possible hand injury due to sharp
edge of cut steel bars
Shoulder and lower back injury
improper body positioning/lifting of
cut steel bars.
Installing of rebar, base
plate & Anchor bolt Hand cuts, laceration
8. Concreting of pipe Possible dust inhalation from
supports cement/sand. Hand injuries/ Eye
injuries / Concrete burns
Noise from one bagger mixer
Possible caught in between
moving mechanical parts (belt and
pulley/bucket and gear)
Ergonomics / Possible cause of
lower back injury when shoveling
of concrete
Manual pouring
Fire or explosion
(Working inside the boundary
 Discuss during tool box meetings
Proper housekeeping
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 Be alert and stay focus during handling of cut steel bars
 Use proper lifting technique and proper body positioning.
 Practice buddy system.
 Observe careful hand placement. Watch out for ends of tie-wire and sharp
edges of rebar.
 The use of working gloves is required.
 Clean work area as needed during the day. Pick-up tie-wire, dunnage and
excess materials as work in progresses
 Provide SDS for cement and discuss to workers and wear N95 respirator/
dust mask
 Wash off any excess concrete from your skin as soon as possible
 Wear earplug during motorized equipment is running when necessary.
 Give full instruction and proper communication before running the
equipment.
 Cement mixer located on firm, level ground.
 Mixer is fully guarded and guards in place during operation.
Only the authorized operator will operate and run the mixer
 Always maintain proper ergonomics
 Buddy system / Man power rotation
 Proper body positioning
Apply proper lifting Techniques and Good body posture.
 Carry out gas test before start of work.
 Gas test monitoring. Conduct gas testing reading must be 0% LEL,
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Possible mechanical malfunction
that may cause fire and explosion.
9. Welding of I beam to Radiation from Welding (Intense
Base plate for pipe Heat & Light)
support
(SMAW)
Fumes from Welding
Flying Hot Molten Flux
Electric shock
Climate/Environmental Conditions
Oxygen between 19.5% and 23%, CO<25ppm, H2S<10ppm.
 Provide fire extinguisher; Ensure the pressure gauge is acceptable to
perform its function.
 Equipment tender to check one bagger mixer prior to use
 Ensure that firefighting equipment is functioning and present at the area
with fir watcher
 Worker should avoid direct staring to welding without any eye protection.
 Keep away near from welding activity if you’re not part of it.
 Welder wear leather apron, leather gloves & welding mask
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 Limit personnel working on the area.
 Worker to wear dust mask (N95).
 Workers to have proper body positioning (upwind position) during welding
activities.
 Wear appropriate eye protection (dark glass) when welding in progress.
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 Do not standby near at working area if not part of the team worker to install
signage’s to avoid unauthorized personnel.
 Firewatcher to remain at least 30 min. after hot work is completed SO/PS
to include on TBM worker.
 Install fire blanket around the open flame activity and Stand-by fire
extinguisher and water at the open flame area of activity.
 Welder and assist fitter must wear leather gloves and leather apron to
protect themselves from hot slags.
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 Operate/use electrical equipment when the weather is good. Stop when it
is raining.
 Worker to inspect electrical wires, ensure no cuts, splicing, loose
connection open wires. Certified electrician to ensure that the equipment is
in good condition prior use, Project Supervisor / SO to verify inspection
done by the electrician and user,
 Welding equipment grounding must be properly clamped.
 Worker to ensure electric wire properly hang and support with non-
conductor materials
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 Stay out of direct sunlight. Schedule physical work during the coolest parts
 (hot) of day. Take frequent breaks in the shade or a cool area. Drink water
frequently. Monitor urine colour (hydration).
 Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. Water containers should be
ready and is placed near the work area. Water jug with ice, purified water
containers, and personal tumblers must be accessible at site, and must be
placed on a shelter & away from direct sunlight.
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Hot Surface  Do not touch new weld joint, let it cool first prior to hold any weld.
 Worker to wear leather gloves when inspecting the surface.
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Hand tools  Conduct pre-use inspection on all hand tools.

 Supervisor / Safety Officer should inspect that the no fabricated tools to be
used and are durable enough to perform the job.
 Wear appropriate hand protection suitable for task
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10. Housekeeping Manual Material handling. Physical  Asses sharp, pointed edges/tip & pinch points of tools & materials.
injuries due to caught in between.  Assess hole, protruding objects on walkways. Remove obstruction
Sharp & pointed edges/tip of tools  Practice and follow 5S
Uneven ground surface