Safety

 It takes one minute to write a safety rule.

 It takes one hour to hold a safety meeting.
 It takes one week to plan a safety program.
 It takes one month to put the plan in place.
 It takes one lifetime to make a safe worker.
It takes one second to destroy it all with an injury.
U.S. Construction Accident Statistics

Nearly 200,000 serious injuries and 1,200 deaths each

year

Construction has one of the highest fatality rates of any

industry sector

Bureau of Labor Statistics-2005

Root Causes for Construction Accidents
Inadequate construction planning
Lack of proper training
Deficient enforcement of training
Unsafe equipment
Unsafe methods or sequencing
Unsafe site conditions
Not using safety equipment that was provided
The Construction Industry
Cause of Deaths:
 falling through fragile roofs and roof lights

 falling from ladders, scaffolds and other work places

 being struck by excavators, lift trucks or dumpers
 being struck by falling loads and equipment
 being crushed by collapsing structures
 Causes of Construction Crane-Related
Deaths & Injuries, January to August, 2008*
Cause Incidents Deaths Injuries
Crane collapses 26 22 54
Overhead power line contacts 10 8 8
Struck by incidents 18* 12 13
Highway incidents 3 0 3
Caught in/between 3 2 2
Falls 2 0 3
Struck by lightning 1 0 3
Total 63 44 87

* 5 deaths, 6 injuries from falling crane loads; 5 deaths and 6 injuries from
other crane parts; and 2 deaths, 1 injury from other falling objects.
These Include but Are Not Limited To:
 Front-end loaders; Rubber-tired and tracked
 Crawler tractors/bulldozers,
 skid steer bobcats
 Wheel tractor-scrapers,
 elevating scrapers,
 tandem powered scrapers
 Rubber-tired backhoes
 tracked hydraulic excavators
 On and off-road haulage vehicles
 Asphalt Pavers and associated support equipment - pavement rollers
 Vibratory rollers and compactors
 Motor graders, grade tractors, industrial tractors
 Concrete mixers and pump trucks
 Special use construction equipment: grinding,
 Pulverizing, milling, water trucks, etc
 Cranes
 Welding sets
 Generator sets
 Electrical equipments. etc……
Main Point
Vehicle does not
cause accident
People do

Every accident owned

by
someone somewhere

It is too late to plan

for safety
after an accident
happened
Always Remember
1- Every employees travelling
for work purposes has a
duty to be responsible and
represent good name of
their employer
2- Every road user has a
responsibility to stay safe
and keep others safe on the
road
3- Defensive driving helps you
to save fuel, breaks, tyres
and most important - Lives
Batter driving leads to:
 Less wear and tear on
vehicle/Person

 Less fuel consumption

 Less down time for

maintenance/accidents

 More efficient working

To deal with hazards should always be ready
Steer
Break
Accelerate

By using of the correct

Position
Speed
Gear
Horn
 Distractions to drivers
 Eating, Drinking, Smoking
 Reading (Map, Books, etc …..)
 Applying make up/Shaving
 Adjusting radio/Tape/CD Player
 Climate or others controls
 Adjusting features such as pedals, steering
 Watching a person, object or even outside the vehicle
 Talking with other person, especially at the back seat
 Moving objects in the vehicle, Food container, insects,
etc….
 Using of cell phone
 Writing something
 While Driving
 Keep vehicle in line
 Follow the speed limit
 Respect the traffic signs
 Respect the traffic laws
 Use indicator to change the line or turning
 Give the way
 Use all mirrors properly
 Don’t over take unnecessary
 Check to see that your all mirrors are adjusted and clean
before you leave
 In a bad weather you must adjust your driving and habits
 Stay a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you
 Apply your breaks instant you see a hazard developing, but
gradually
 Driving on the wet and slippery roads is not same as driving
on dry surface
 Take extra care in rain
 Take extra care in sand storm
 Avoid alcohol while driving
 Don’t drive if you feel sleepy
 Reduce speed in night, bad weather, heavy traffic
Tips on driving in working zone
 Slow down! Slow speed save – Lives
 Turn on your head lights in working zone
 Put down the cell phone
 Turn off your radio
 Don’t eat and drink
 Keep both hand on steering
 Don’t drive aggressively
 Obey work zone directions
 Watch for work zone activity
 Pay extra attention driving through work zone after dark
Special Care
 Backing to be avoided whenever possible
 All backing must be done slowly
 Before reversing, get a clear view of the spot which you must back
 Back in as long as you can see the backing path in the rearview mirror
 If the place is strange, or if there is any question about clearance, a good driver get out
of the vehicle and survey the place and then reverse the vehicle
 Use the banks man for reversing if possible
 Traffic Vehicles & Plant

 Vehicles and pedestrians should be kept apart on-site – separate

them as much as possible using barriers
 Adequate clearance around slewing vehicles
 Avoid reversing where possible & use one-way system
 Vehicles should have reversing alarms/sirens
 Passengers only on vehicles designed to carry them
PERSONS PUT AT RISK BY WORKING AROUND

Direct faced hazards (Need to be on site on regular basis)

 Signal Persons,
 Observers,
 Flaggers,
 Grade Checkers,
 Dump Persons.
 Equipment Operators,
 Laborers,
 Iron Workers and Carpenters.
 Foremen, Supervisors, and other related contractor staff.
 Surveyors, Rodmen, Layout Crews.
 Mechanics and oilers.
 Any Other Crafts and/or Trades working on the Project, or Passing
through the work areas. etc….
PERSONS PUT AT RISK BY WORKING AROUND
PARTICIPANTS WHO NEED TO BE ON SITE: (On a Periodic Basis)
 Delivery Trucks, Service Providers, (of any kind) - Unescorted on the site.
 Concrete Mixers, Pump Trucks.
 Contracted Services; Crane Rental, Concrete Saw Cutting, Port-to-let
Service Persons, etc.
 Union/Labor Officials.
 Roach Coach Drivers.
 Trash Removal Vehicles..
 Architects and Engineers, Inspectors, Client’s Staff/Owner’s
Reps./Guests/VIPs.
 Engineering Service Providers: Concrete Testing, Compaction Testing, Air
Monitoring, etc.
 City, County, State and Federal Officials: (Of all types).
 Vendor Sales Personnel or Product Installation Specialist(s).
 Other Utility Service Providers & Locators: Phone, Gas. Electric, Water,
Sewer, Cable, etc.
 Transportation Industry; Trucking, Buses, Taxicabs, Rail, Ships, Aircraft.
NON-PARTICIPANTS, NO DIRECT NEED TO BE ON SITE:
 Pedestrians,
 On-lookers,
 Sidewalk Superintendents
 Children (of all ages).
 Job Seekers, (all types).
 Joggers,
 Bicycle Riders,,
 Environmentalists independently reviewing compliance with Laws/Restrictions..
 Wood collectors,
 Dumpster Divers.
 Lawyers,
 Investigators,
 Thieves,
 Law Breakers.
 The Media
PROBLEM:
YOU HAVE A CONGESTED CONSTRUCTION SITE
WITH PERSONNEL ON FOOT, AND MOBILE
MACHINES WORKING IN THE SAME AREA, AT
THE SAME TIME!
Requirements & Inspections
Equipments
1. Physical condition.
1- oil leakage
2- body condition
3- tires
4- lights
5- safety devices & other accessories
6- Wind shield
7- wipers
8- mirrors
9- earthing, grounding
10- safety guards
11- insulation / isolation
12- over all in a good working condition
13- documents (mgf catalogs) etc…..

2. Valid Third party certificate.

3. Valid government registration card
Requirements & Inspections
Equipments Operators
Physical condition
Third party certified (competency certificate)
Valid Government license
Trained
Skilled
Experience
Behavior / mental condition
Knowledge
TIPS FOR CONSTRUCTION ZONES
Watch for road signs, workers, and detours.
Expect to encounter slow trucks and other
construction equipments.
Reduce your speed to stay SAFE.
Goal and Objective
Prevent workplace accidents !
Prevent personal injuries between moving equipments/
danger equipments, those workers who are on foot or work
in surrounding area
You must see and be seen

Today’s Situation
Being struck by, or caught in-between, are two of the leading
cause of injuries and fatalities on construction sites
Struck by (22%)
Caught by (18%)
3 Main Factors Contributing to Collisions
Which Two Can You Control?
Available Solutions
Management Commitment
Employee Involvement
Pre-construction Work-Site Analysis
Hazard Prevention and Controls
Equipment Maintenance
Employee Awareness Training
Periodically Review Procedures
Management Commitment
Restrict entry onto site of non-essential personnel.
Establish Controlled Entry Points to site.
Provide Fundamental Site safety Rules and Training to all Persons at
Risk.
Adequate Lay-Down Areas Established.
Safe equipments and plants
Clear instructions
Safe work condition
Safe work procedures
Skilled, trained and certified workforce
Sources
Employee Involvement
All employees who are at risk must receive basic
indoctrination.
Absolute need to address problem with employees on a
regular basis. (Toolbox Safety Meetings).
Employees must learn, follow, and obey established rules.
Realize that they must see, and be seen.
Pre-Construction Work- Site Analysis
Identify Potential Known Hazards.
Job Conditions: Roads, Access Points.
Lay down/Storage Areas.
Types of Construction equipments
Office, Tool, Storage,
traffic routes
Methods of Construction, (increases Risk?)
Also Consider: Unwanted side effects of the Job Schedule.
HAZARD PREVENTION and CONTROLS
Perimeter Fencing, Enclosures, signs.
Spotters Provided for in-the-blind, backing machines and/or
equipment.
Poor Planning Forces Workers to Commit Unsafe Acts!
Be Alert; Stay Clear; Hear Warnings.
Temporary Barricades around Hazards.
PROPER EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Machine in Proper Working Order.
Back-up Alarm, Horn, Lights, Mirrors.
Cab Glass not Cracked or Broken.
Machine Windows, Mirrors, kept Clean.
Pre-Operational Inspection conducted by Operator.
Prompt Repair of Any Noted Deficiencies!
EMPLOYEE AWARENESS TRAINING
Does Your Job Require You To Approach Moving or
Backing Machines?
How does the Operator Know Where You Are?
Do You Understand all Signs, Markers and Flags? KNOW
WHAT THEY MEAN!
You Must Always Be Alert to Changing Job Conditions and
Your Particular Situation.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
Safety Features On Equipment, Know How They
Operate, and Use Them Properly.
Systematic Maintenance and Repair.
Trained Operators.
Trained Repair Personnel.
Pre-Operational Inspection of Equipment.
Review Manufacturer’s Operating Manual.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES

SPECIFIC:
The Most Dangerous Movement is Backing!
Know Where your Blind Spots Are.
Look For People on Foot Around You.
STOP!
When Signaled; When Waived at Violently; Or If You
Are In Doubt….
Maintain a Safe Operating Speed.

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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Keep Machine Under Control at all Times.
Take Machine “Out of Service”, if it is Unsafe to Operate.
Make Sure You Are Familiar with the Operating
Characteristics of your Machine.
Be On The Look-Out For Other Trades Working in the Same
Area.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Be Aware of Other Machines Operating In the Area.

Frequently check for the Location of other Machines. Keep
Lights and Backup Alarm in Operating Condition.
Allow NO ONE to Ride Outside the Cab for Any Reason!
Clean Windows and Adjust Mirrors.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Always inform Appropriate Personnel of any Abnormal
Conditions, Defects, or Changes made in Machine/Equipment
and/or Job Procedure or Conditions.
Report Unsafe Workers to Supervision.
Talk-up Safety with Those Who Work with You. Maintain
“Constant Awareness”.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Do Not Attempt Repairs or Maintenance that You Do Not
Understand.
Always Check the Mirror on the Blind Side, making Sure of
Your Clearance. (Backing on the Blind Side should be
Avoided if at all Possible).
Learn and Follow Safe Work Practices!
OBSERVATIONS
Small Machines have small blind spots, where large
machines have large blind spots, both can cause serious
injury or death!
The taller and wider the machine, the bigger the blind
spot area.
All Involved must give Constant Attention to what they
are Doing!
THE DANGER OF BEING STRUCK-BY
ITEMS TO CONSIDER:
Revolving Machines; Cranes & Backhoes.
Struck By Attachments of Machines.
Drawbar Related Accidents, Hooking and Unhooking.
Articulated Machines - Pinch Points.
Attaching Hand Made Devices to a Machine, Not Approved
by Mfg., (Hooks).
STANDING ON THE OPERATOR’S BLIND SIDE
THE DANGER OF BEING STRUCK-BY
The Hazard of a Water Cooler Mounted on a piece of
Equipment.
Storing Crew Lunch Boxes on Equipment.
Hand Tools Placed or Stored on Mobile Equipment Platforms
or Decks.
Environmental Design of the Machine; Noise Suppression-
Vs-Hearing Protection.
 Unsafe acts behind the wheel
Shaving Driving at an unsafe speed
Putting on make-up Failing to stop or yield
Reading a map Unsafe passing of another
Reaching behind you to vehicle
spank kids Tailgating
Not using a seatbelt Not using blinkers
Driving under the Others?
influence

Though perhaps in a different category, eating when driving and using cell
phones can compromise your response time by distracting you and by
removing one hand from the steering wheel.
Unsafe conditions
Poor visibility Improper vehicle
 Night time driving (Fatality maintenance
rates/mile are 4 times higher at  Inadequate brakes
night.)
 Worn tread on tires
 Dust storms
 Hoses, belts
 Rain storms
 Windshield wipers not  Inadequate acceleration
effective  Headlight(s) out
Poor road conditions Other?
 Slippery surfaces from weather
 Road not properly maintained
 A NEW SAFETY CULTURE
 All accidents are preventable.
 No job is worth getting hurt for.
 Every job will be done safely.
 Incidents can be managed.
 Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
 Continuous improvement.
 Safety as a “way of life” for 24 hours/day
 All individuals have the responsibility and accountability to identify eliminate or
manage risks associated with their workplace
 Legal obligations will be the minimum requirements fro our health & safety standards
 Individual will be trained and equipped to have the skills and facilities to ensure an
accident free workplace
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