MVL USA INC, QATAR

Repair Comm Infrastructure Manhole

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

Activity/Work Task: Concrete Works Overall Risk Assessment Code (RAC) (Use highest code) L
Project Location: AL-UDIED US BASE Risk Assessment Code (RAC) Matrix
Contract Number: FA570223F0080
Severity Probability
Date Prepared: 04-05-2024 Frequent Likely Occasional Seldom Unlikely
LAWRENCE OMISAKIN Catastrophic E E H H M
Prepared by (Name/Title):
(HSEM) Critical E H H M L
Marginal H M M L L
Reviewed by (Title): Christhoper J.C (PM) (PM)
Negligible M L L L L
- Notes: Operatives must have completed the Project HSE Induction, Step 1: Review each “Hazard” with identified safety “Controls” and determine RAC
and other applicable trainings prior to deployment. (See above)
- Pre-task instructions will be conducted every start of shift and at “Probability” is the likelihood to cause an incident, near miss,
each new task. or accident and identified as: Frequent, Likely, Occasional, RAC Chart
- Effective measures shall be implemented when working under Seldom or Unlikely.
extreme weather conditions; prevent heat stress/hypothermia. “Severity” is the outcome/degree if an incident, near miss, or E = Extremely High Risk
accident did occur and identified as: Catastrophic, Critical, H = High Risk
Minimum PPE Requirements: Marginal, or Negligible
Step 2: Identify the RAC (Probability/Severity) as E, H, M, or M = Moderate Risk
- Hard hat, Safety Glasses, Safety boots, High-visibility vests
L for each “Hazard” on AHA. Annotate the overall highest
Specific PPE are indicated in this AHA where required L = Low Risk
RAC at the top of AHA.

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Ste Description of Hazard Risk level
Control Measures/ Responsible
p Task Step
Preventive Measures Party
No.
1 ➢ Mandatory PPE Shall be worn on site (Coverall helmet, Safety
Shoes & High visibility Vest.)
➢ Strict supervision shall be required for the whole duration of the
operation (charge hand never leave the workplace during
operation)
➢ Conduit is storage safely and not left lying around as a trip hazard
Unsafe Behavior (Injury) only the amount of conduit to be used straight away is taken to the
During all the
Circulation (Slip, Trip, & Fall)
operation/ workplace. Others are left in storage until they are required.
Manual Handling (injury/Squeeze)
Preparation of ➢ No work is Permitted if lighting is not enough. Extra lifting is not Supervisor/safety
Gesture and Postures (injury/Plan)
Work enough. Officer
Co-Activity (Injury/Collision)
➢ Intervention of specialized workers + Mechanical equipment shall
be Prioritize + load of 20kg or more shall not be lifted by a single
person.
➢ Ergonomic adaption of work strains + small break /changing task

➢ Special description shall be taken while on the road by the

provision of banks man & barricaders + limit vehicle access +
speed limitation.
2 ➢ Securely fasten all materials stored or stacked against falling or
sliding.
➢ Proper cribbing under material
➢ Store in proper area.

Tripping / Falling ➢ Material will not be lifted above or over personnel.

Unloading / Falling Objects/ Sprains / Strains ➢ Use adequate manpower and/or equipment to deliver materials to Supervisor/safety
Storage of Back Injury their locations. Officer
Material Tripping / Falling
Eye Injury ➢ Use proper lifting procedures.
➢ Orderly housekeeping shall be maintained.
➢ Materials, tools and chemicals labeled and stored properly.
➢ Dust and eye protection shall be utilized during moving and cutting
of materials

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➢ Use mechanical means for lifting materials.

➢ Minimize size of the material to be lifted.
➢ Assess manual handling and adopt good posture.
Unsuitable handling techniques, Safety Officer &
Manual ➢ Good grips bend the knee elbow and chin in during lifting.
muscle tears, strain, back injuries Site Engineer, site
Handling ➢ Always lift with straight back and near to the body.
supervisor
➢ Get help of other workers if the load is too heavy.
➢ Ensure TILE procedures are strictly followed and implemented.

4 Cutting Operating electric rebar bending ➢ Electrical equipment faulty.

steel reinforcem machines or drop saw
ent and bending Cutting with angle grinder
(Rebar work) Sharp edges on cut bar ends
➢ Extension lead faulty or damaged.
➢ Lead severed by angle grinder disk or saw blade.
➢ Grinder disk or saw blade unguarded.
➢ Guard faulty.
➢ Cutting disk or saw blade damaged causing tool to catch and
jump. Site Engineer,
➢ Cutting disk badly worn – blade disintegrates. Activity Supervisor
➢ Wrong type of blade or cutting disk used. & HSE
➢ Rebar bending machine r not fitted with 'Dead Mans' switch.
➢ No PPE or incorrect PPE for the required task. E.g. occupational
protective gloves (AS/NZS 2161).
➢ Shorts worn exposing lower legs to injury.

Low steel reinforcement, e.g. columns starter bars, not fitted with caps.
Formwork Punctured by protruding sharp rebar ➢ Eye protection shall be utilized during cutting of material.
5. form sand debris. ➢ Clearly define cutting area to insure against injury to personnel
entering work area
Eye Injury
➢ The Formwork has to be properly supported and braced or tied.
Bodily Injury
Falling Objects The formwork is to be constantly inspected and tightened. Caution
Supervisor/safety
Cuts / Scraps when use power or hand tools.
Officer
Eye Injury ➢ Conduct pre-use inspection of tools. No use of fabricated hacksaw
Bodily Injury blade frame/holder. never place a body part b/w unsecured two
Tool failure, hacksaw blade failure, objects. always secure the right place when working
caught-in/caught-on between ➢ Cut and remove all protruding or sharp materials, wear proper
fabricated rebar & formworks.
PPE. Training to be giving to all workers.

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 ➢ STARRT briefing talk shall be conducted before the start of the Site Engineer
6
Job.
➢ All operatives must be trained, authorized and fit to carry out the Supervisor
required tasks.
➢ Ensure all operatives involved in manual handling operations are Safety Officer
Manual handling. trained in the relevant procedures. Training will be based on the
Installation and
. Sharp edges physical structure of the body and the effect of attempts to handle
dismantling of
Slips, Trips and falls loads in various positions.
Formworks
➢ Protect sharp edges.
➢ Avoid twisting, stooping or reaching to left or deposit the load.
➢ Maintain good housekeeping.
➢ Wear suitable personal protective equipment, i.e. gloves, safety
footwear equipment relevant to the working environment.
➢
➢ No warning given prior to starting or re-commencing the pour. Supervisor/safety
6. Pumping Concre Violent ejection of concrete
➢ Air in hose due to: a blockage; a change of supply; a poor mix –or Officer
te from hose at first moment
of delivery. delays in the pour.
➢ Delivery hose damaged.
➢ Poor control of T-bar at end of hose.
➢ Inadequate strength in perimeter handrail no midrolls or fender
board.

7. Concrete Heat stress Respiratory- nose, throat, ➢ Use water spray attachments for chipping tools. Safety Officer &
lungs Chemical burns Eye injuries ➢ Use proper PPE including respirators. Site Engineer, site
Impalement/cut ➢ Use re-bar caps on ends of re-bar if re-bar work is needed. supervisor

➢ Provide proper racking during rebar dismantling

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8.
• Structural failure
• Erection of lifting equipment at
poor ground condition, close to
edge of excavation
• Proximity Hazards such as OH
electric line, Excavation, mobile
equipment’s
Use of crane/
Lifting • Underground utilities
operation • Use of damaged lifting gears
• Unauthorized operation
• Absent of competent
rigger/supervisor
• Manual Handling
• Inclement weather
➢ Site Engineer shall make sure that the crane, lifting equipment,
gears are suitable for the load and visually inspected by HSE team
and Lifting Permit is obtained from HSE department.
➢ The site and/or lifting supervisor and the crane operator must
check the ground condition and the surrounding of operation for
any proximity hazard such as excavation, manholes, overhead
electrical line, mobile equipment …etc.
➢ All lifting activities shall be carried out by a competent operator
under a competent supervisor and rigger.
➢ Ensure sufficient illumination if operating at night. Safety Officer/ site
➢ The lifting area shall be marked to provide sufficient hazard Supervisor
warning signs to avoid unauthorized entry of people/vehicles.
➢ Ensure the load is secured properly, remove if any loose material.
➢ Use tag lines of sufficient length to prevent unwanted swinging of
the load.
➢ Provide PPE such as hand gloves, goggles, safety shoes & hard hat
to the workers engaged.
➢ Stop the activity in case of bad weather such as sandstorm
affecting visibility, heavy wind 35 KMPH/ 20Mph

9. ➢ A lifting permit must be obtained from HSE Department and

implement the permit requirements.
➢ Only competent crane operator will operate the crane.
Installation of ➢ Competent lifting supervisor and rigger will be present during Safety Officer/ site
Crane associated hazards
precast lifting. Supervisor
➢ Crane and lifting gears shall be suitable and certified, valid
certificates must be available with crane

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10. Installation of Eye Injury ➢ An adequate means of access must be provided for operations.
Ducts Banks Hand or body injury ➢ Personal protective equipment will be provided as required by the Supervisor/safety
Hand or finger bruises/out relevant COSHH assessment(s). Officer
➢ Site management will ensure that access to the equipment has been
correctly erected by competent people. Access equipment will only
be adapted or altered by competent people.
➢ A liaison with building occupants or other workers will take place
to ensure there is no risk to third parties, and that they cannot affect
the safety of operations.
➢ The progress of the work will be monitored to ensure safe systems
of work are used. Where the presence of hazardous dust is suspected,
work will stop until the substance has been analyzed and a means of
control agreed.
➢ Training of operatives will include the use of access equipment and
PPE, and information on the contents of COSHH assessments.
Toolbox talks given at regular intervals.
11 Installation of Eye Injury ➢ Use face shield follow manuals for drilling machine as specified by
Duct & Hand or body injury manufacture.
Accessories Hand or finger bruises/out ➢ Correct angle of drill selects the correct size bit for the job.
Fire
Inspection of the drill machine and bit before use. Never carry
Burn Fatal accident, fire
clothing packets. Do not use if screwdriver up is damage keep free
hand clear when applying pressure.
➢ Use hand gloves follow manuals for drill machine proper enough
lifting to be provided. Isolation of working area or barricading
Effective supervision conduit is cut on a flat surface. Conduit is Supervisor/safety
held firmly whilst is being out. Officer
➢ Fire extinguishers and fire blankets should be available at the work
site. While drilling using fire blankets to prevent falling of spark,
fire watcher should be available. The work area should be clean
and tidy. Effective supervision.

➢ Only inspected and color-coded drilling machines should be

used. Double insulated equipment or ELCB of GFCI should
be used in circuit. Fire Extinguisher and fire blankets should
be available at work site.

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12 ➢ All Road diversions, Detour and working close to live road shall be
carried out as per approved detour plan and permit.
➢ All activity shall be carried out under competent supervision only.
➢ A competent banks man must be present in the vehicle/plant
movement area.
➢ Pedestrian and vehicle routes shall be segregated so far as
• Moving traffic reasonably practical and shall be clearly marked with signs and
• Operatives and plants/vehicle barriers.
close to the live traffic ➢ All work shall be carried out within the work zone (hard barrier)
• Dust no one will be allowed to go to live road.
Working close ➢ All employees shall follow instructions and attend training on site Supervisor/safety
• Foreign object particles
to Live Road traffic management and logistics. Officer
• Material falling from moving
➢ All employees should always wear high visibility jacket.
vehicles.
➢ No workers shall be allowed to cross live roads, always be away
from live road and adjacent barriers.
➢ Do not move any barrier or signs from its location.
➢ Ensure adequate lighting provided during night activities.
➢ Do not store or keep any loose materials close to live road, do not
throw any materials on live road.
➢ Heavy equipment such as cranes, boom loaders, excavators, back
hoes should not swing/extend their booms/arms towards live road
direction at any time. Banks man must control/guide the operators

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13 Dust and fumes: Skin irritation and Skin diseases
Occupational Asthma and Rhinitis
Chronic Obstructive lung
Eye irritation
Fire and Explosion
Reduce visibility.
Slippery surface condition
14 Fracture to wrist, hand, fingers,
Hand And
Power Tools
head, Eye injury Body injury
Supervisor/safety
➢ Ensure that operatives are made aware of the potential health Officer
effects of Dust exposure.
➢ Provide good housekeeping to ensure that excessive amounts of
dust do not accumulate in the working area as this can cause fire or
explosion hazards.
➢ Ensure effective and adequate ventilation systems at the work area.
Dusty processes should be segregated.
➢ Where reasonably practicable, control the dust level to within safe
occupational limits.
➢ Use water hose to wet dust down at the point of dust generation.
Water can be used through non-electric cutting or grinding tools to
reduce the dust in the air.
➢ Medical monitoring should be available to those workers where
they may be exposed.
➢ Suitable type of Personal protective equipment should be used and
workers must be trained in their proper use and maintenance.
➢ Provision for Emergency Rescue Plan shall be in place. All
operatives shall understand what to do in case of any incidents
happened.
➢ Arrangement of Welfare facilities should be provided in case of
any accident.
• Operate according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Workers will be familiar with the proper use of the tool being used.
• Tools will be maintained according to the manufacturer’s
recommendations. Site Engineer,
• Tools will be inspected before each use. Activity Supervisor
• Damaged or defective tools will be placed out of operation until & HSE
fixed or replaced.
• Never carry a tool by the cord or hose.
• Never yank the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the
receptacle.
• Keep cords and hoses away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• Disconnect tools when not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories such.
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15 No available notice boards posted at
Emergency the sites
procedure/First
Aid Lack of responsible person in case
of emergency situation.
Missing emergency vehicle
Unavailability of First Aider
16
Working in Physical Injury due Exposure to Hot
climate Weather Weather (sandstorm-dust and
skin/eye irritation
17 Housekeeping Slips, Trips and Falls
General work Discarded materials / waste.
area cleaning Materials poorly stored / untidy.
Work areas not maintained.
tools/equipment Poorly lighted work areas.
Inappropriate footwear / clothing.
➢ Established Contact for key personnel for Emergency Safety Officer/
Situation Supervisor
➢ Ensure ALL are aware & understood the Emergency
Procedure & Plan during formwork installation works.
➢ Ensuring the First Aid kits box is available at all time.
➢ Stand-by Certified First Aider (if works commencing at the
night shift operation)
➢ Trained First Aider Team to be arranged & deployed before
commencing works.
➢ Emergency vehicle must be standby should in case of emergency
need
➢ Ensure adequate training among emergency rescue team
➢ Ensure to instruct workers to replace fluids being used from the Safety Officer/
body by taking appropriate drinking water Supervisor
➢ Ensure appropriate dress code in cold/hot weather.
➢ Management Team must ensure that all working and testing
crew/personnel should follow client safety instructions and
respond to their safety policy.
➢ Ensure close monitoring by the activity supervisor and assigned
safety.
➢ Ensure proper site timing while working as approved by the Site
Management Team.
➢ Site of works to be always kept neat and tidy.
➢ Keep the area organized and tidy at all times.
➢ Waste to be immediately placed into waste containers.
➢ / Receptacles.
Supervisor/safety
➢ Store all materials securely and tidy. Officer
➢ Ensure all work areas are properly lit.
➢ Wear appropriate footwear and clothing to prevent.

➢ Segregation of materials

Acceptance Authority (digital signature):

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