HSE-RA-043 Heat Stress - Rev 0

DOC No DS/CA006P02/00022
PAGE No 1 of 9
AL SHAFAR GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC. REV 0
DATE 05/01/2017
SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURE
Project Name: Festival Living Stream-02 HSE-RA 043
Job Description: Heat stress
Index:
Form 1 Task Analysis Initiation
Form 2 Risk Assessment Process As per Risk Assessment Procedure.
Form 3 Written Safe Work Procedure Result
Compiled by the following team:

NAME DESIGNATION SIGNATURE
Project Manager
Construction Manager
Site Engineer
Safety Officer
Risk Assessment Review 1 Review 2 Review 3 Review 4
Review Date: Date : Date : Date:
Name and Signature

of person reviewing :
AUTHORISATION
Prepared by: Approved by
Signature Date Signature Date
HSE Manager Project Manager
HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

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DATE 05/01/2017
TASK ANALYSIS - FORM 1

Impact
SEQUENCE OF TASK STEPS POTENTIAL INJURIES OR HAZARDS RECOMMENDED CONTROLS
H, S, E
1. Identify the work location Location where there is direct fall of sunlight  Arrange more frequent rest breaks
H, S
may cause heat stress
2. Check the atmospheric temperature High temperature may lead to exhaustion  Check with meteorological department for the weather
H
and heat stress forecast.
3. Lack of ventilation indoors Failure will result in heat stroke H, S  Provide exhaust ventilation.
4. Do random alcohol test on employees Failure will result in employees arriving  Enforce random alcohol tests
under the influence of alcohol or drinking at S
work
5. Check for any heat generating equipment Exposure to heat generating work or  Arrange the work in shifts.
H, S
equipment will lead to heat stress
6. Induction must be done to all Supervisors, Failure will allow employees to work without  Ensure attendance of Induction by all.
employees and / or operators in order to knowing the risks involved leading to
H, S
inform them all of risks involved. incidents causing injuries and / or property
damage.
7. Check whether the skin of workers are wet May lead to dehydration H,S  Provide thin and vapour permissible clothing.

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DATE 05/01/2017
TASK ANALYSIS - FORM 1 (continued)

Impact
SEQUENCE OF TASK STEPS POTENTIAL INJURIES OR HAZARDS RECOMMENDED CONTROLS
H,S,E
8. Work in area of stagnant air Leads to heat exhaustion  Provide forced ventilation where ever necessary.
H, S
9. Heavy work loads like carrying Leads to heat exhaustion and heat stress  Provide mechanical lifts
H, S
heavy materials

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DATE 05/01/2017
RISK ASSESSMENT – FORM 2

Risk Rating Calculation
Risk Rating = A + B + C + D.
A + B + C + D
Injury Severity Potential Damage / Loss Frequency or Likelihood Environmental Impact
0 No injury 0 No damage 0 Never happened before 0 No effect
1 Minor – (FAC) 1 Minor < 500 AED, No delay 1 Happened somewhere 1 Minor Effect - Short term < less 1 month
2 Major – (MTC) 2 Major > 500 AED, No delay 2 Happens occasionally 2 Major Effect - Long term > Greater 1 month
3 LTI 3 Major > 10 000 AED, one day delay 3 Happened before
4 Disabling Injuries 4 Serious > 100, 000 AED, >1 day delay 4 Happens regularly
Risk Rating Matrix
5 Fatality 5 Severe > 1, 000, 000 AED, Weeks delay. 5 Daily occurrence
Result Classification:
Risk Rating
Critical = 17►15 High = 14►11 Medium = 10►7 Low = 6►0 16
Immediate action. Action in 24 hours. Action in a week. ASAP. 14

12
10
8
6
Risk Reduction Hierarchy: 4
1. Engineering to reduce risk. 2

0
2. Replacement with lower risk. 1
5
2 4
3. Isolation of risk – Barricading or Guarding. 3
4 3
5 Probability
4. Reduction of exposure to risk. Potential Impact 6
7 2 (C)
(A / B / D) 8
5. PPE and Training 9 1

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DATE 05/01/2017
RISK ASSESSMENT – FORM 2 (continued)
Impact HOW IS HAZARD TO BE BY Result

No HAZARD IDENTIFIED RISK ASSOCIATED WITH HAZARD H, S, E RR BY WHOM RR
DEALT WITH WHEN
1 Workplace located outside Heat stress and collapse of workers Reschedule work as per the Supervisor.
Daily
directions from DM,arrange more
H, S 12 before 3
rest breaks,provide shaded rest
work
areas and cool water
2 Workplace directly affected Heat stress Take heed of weather report. Supervisor
During
by the humidity of the H, S 12 When the weather is humid, 4
operation
external workplace enhance control measures,
3 Working with equipments Heat exhaustion and heat stress Remove steam or moisture by Supervisor
forming steam exhausting it out of the
H, S 10 All times. 5
workplace, particularly,
workplaces in a confined area.
4 Workers perform work at Heat exhaustion Reorganize the work to reduce Supervisor
intense pace H, S 8 intensity and pace of bodily All times 2
activity of the workers.
5 Workers not acclimatized to Heat exhaustion Allow time for acclimatization Supervisor
the hot work environment. starting with a lower workload or
shorter working duration, and Before
H, S 8 2
gradually increasing the workload operation
or duration over a number of
days.
6 Warm or hot Heat stress Keep hot air draughts away from Supervisor
Before
air blowing onto the H,S 6 the workers. 3
operation
workers.
7 Any heat sources / heat Heat stress Isolate heat generating facilities. Supervisor
generating facilities (e.g.
Before
fire, welding, hot surfaces H, S 6 4
operation
and machinery) in close
proximity to workers.
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DATE 05/01/2017
Impact HOW IS HAZARD TO BE BY Result

No HAZARD IDENTIFIED RISK ASSOCIATED WITH HAZARD H, S, E RR BY WHOM RR
DEALT WITH WHEN
8 Working in enclosed areas Heat exhaustion Provide forced ventilation Supervisor
H,S 10 Always 4
Heat stroke leads to death
9 Heavy manual lifting Heat exhaustion and heat stress Enforce mechanical means of FM/
H,S 9 Always 4
activity. lifting Supervisor
* RR = Risk Rating

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DATE 05/01/2017
WRITTEN SAFE WORK PROCEDURE

1. OBJECTIVE
1. To prevent injuries to employees and / or property damage incidents.
2. PROCEDURE
1. Do pre-use inspection of all equipment to be used and replace or repair faulty items.
2. Use trained competent employees only.
3. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment i.e.:
3.1. Hardhat.
3.2. Safety boots.
3.3. Overalls.
3.4. Eye protection.
Prior to work commencement
1. Must have PPE – safety footwear, gloves, hardhat, goggles, face musk, protective clothing etc.
2. Must have appropriate tools and equipment in good condition.
3. Must have weatherproof covers for materials and equipment, waste containers, warning tape.
4. Consider risks and hazards in work area. Refer any concerns to supervisor. Are relevant permits in place?
5. Check if it is necessary to secure area adjacent to work. Refer to supervisor if appropriate.
6. Arrange for transport of materials and equipment to site via supervisor.
7. Ensure materials and equipment are secure or removed when site unattended, eg overnight or during breaks.
Hazards

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DATE 05/01/2017
1. Manual handling of materials and equipment – LITE to be considered at all times.

2. Slips and trips from untidy work area.
3. Falling of materials.
4. Working under direct sunlight(Extreme hot climate)
5. Working on elevated areas (fall from height).
6. Hazards associated with equipment used for lifting activity
7. Contact with sharp edges of materials.
8. Exceeded working hours resulting dizziness and fatigue to workers
9. Adverse weather conditions, if any doubt refer to the supervisor.
10. Electrical hazard.
Harm
Potential Death, Heat exhaustion leads to heat stroke, Heat cramps,
Persons in danger
1. All the workers exposed to direct sunlight in extreme hot weather
2. Steel fixers, masons, ordinary labours, technicians etc
Work during hot summer

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DATE 05/01/2017
1. Increase the intake of water daily to compensate the water loss in the form of sweat.
2. Do not carry on your work if you feel dizzy after exposing to the sun for a long time, take rest and report to your supervisor or Safety
Personnel immediately.
3. Do not drink cold water immediately after you come from the sun.
4. Take electrolytic replenishes powder (oral rehydration salt powder) if you feel dizzy after prolonged work in sunlight or mix salt and
sugar (each 1 teaspoonful) in a glass of warm water and consume.
5. Take rest under the shade during the break time, never work during the break time.
6. Take rest under shade in regular intervals if you get the chance to do so, without affecting the continuation of your job.
7. Never work on height or climb to the height after you feel that you are exhausted due to the exposure to the sun.
8. Ask for other’s help if you feel uncomfortable or dizzy due to extended work in then hot weather.
9. Never work during the restricted time which is instructed by the authority, strictly follow the working hours given by the authority.
10. If you feel exhausted after exposing to the sunlight immediately approach the first aid room.
11. Use proper PPE always for the work in site.
12. Use hand gloves to carry the rebar.
13. Use a UV protecting sunglass or goggles if possible for working under the Sun.
14. Do not smoke at site.
15. Remove all debris regularly from the site as it can act as a fuel for fire.
16. Make sure that Fire Extinguishers are provided appropriately at site to fight the fire.
17. Avoid the usage of alcohols during the hot climate or reduce the intake.
18. Use proper clothing always, never removes your clothing to work.
19. Contact the supervisor for the help and advices regarding the work during hot weather conditions.

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Compiled by the following team:

Name and Signature

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

TASK ANALYSIS - FORM 1

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

TASK ANALYSIS - FORM 1 (continued)

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

RISK ASSESSMENT – FORM 2

Immediate action. Action in 24 hours. Action in a week. ASAP. 14

1. Engineering to reduce risk. 2

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

RISK ASSESSMENT – FORM 2 (continued)

Impact HOW IS HAZARD TO BE BY Result

Impact HOW IS HAZARD TO BE BY Result

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

WRITTEN SAFE WORK PROCEDURE

Prior to work commencement

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

1. Manual handling of materials and equipment – LITE to be considered at all times.

Work during hot summer

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

HSE/QUALITY SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

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