INTRODUCTION

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COMPLETE THE ATTENDANCE REGISTER

WELCOME
Induction Session
 We welcome you to Aster International – SA (Pty) Ltd Project.
Feel free to ask any questions during the course of this presentation.
INDUCTION:
Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993 states as follows
Section 8(1):
“Every Employer shall provide and maintain, as far as reasonably practicable, a work
environment that is safe and without risk to the of his/her employees and visitors”

Section 14 (a) &(d):

“ Every Employee shall at work-
“take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself and of other persons who maybe
affected by his acts or omissions;
“ if the situation is unsafe or unhealthy comes to your attention as soon as practicable
report such situation to his employer or to your health and safety representative for the
workplace or section thereof , as the case maybe , who shall report it the employer;

Construction Regulation 7 (5)&(6):

“No Contractor may allow or permit any employee or person/s to enter any site, unless that
employee or person/s has undergone health & safety induction training pertaining to the
hazards prevalent on the site at the time of entry.”
“A Contractor must ensure that all visitors to a construction site undergo health and safety
induction pertaining to the hazards prevalent on the site and must ensure that such
visitors have the necessary personnel protective equipment”
Aster International – SA (Pty) Ltd Safety, Health and
Environmental (SHE) Plan-Covers the Legal
requirements of the Occupational Health & Safety act
(ACT 85 of 1993) and associated Regulations as
amended
All Reference documentation is available from Aster
International – SA (Pty) Ltd but not limited to:
Occupational Health and Safety Act, (Act No 85 of 1993)
& its regulations
The Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases
Act (Act 130 of 1993). (COID)
Client Health and Safety Specifications
Construction Regulation 2014
NEMA National Environ mental Management Act
National Traffic Act 1996
OHSAS 18000:2007
ISO 14000:2004
And amongst others
 Objectives
Aster International – SA (Pty) Ltd strive to be leading in
HSEQ Standards through the following objectives:
•Provide employees, project management and
contractors with induction training and ensures that all
safety practices are adhered and in accordance with the
OHS Act and its Regulations
•Ensure that the policy is kept up to date, documented
for staff members, communicated to employees
•Evaluate our project operations, contractors regularly to
ensure compliance to safety, health and environmental
compliance
•Provide medical services, initial and preventive
measures to staff on health programs to employees
•Company vehicles are serviced regularly, in line with
the manufactures schedule, to ensure Waste material is
removed by Registered Carriers
•Enhance environmental awareness of staff training,
•Measure and report our SHE Performance regularly by
evaluating our procedures and operations to ensure
continual improvement to the HSEQ Policy.
ASTER INTERNATIONAL – SA
(PTY)LTD VISION
We believe OUR PEOPLE are our MOST
VALUABLE RESOURCE and it is not
necessary for people to be made ill, be
injured or lose their lives while working
for our company. We will be successful in
our vision when going home WITHOUT
HARM EVERY DAY becomes a way of life
in everything we do.
 SHE POLICY

SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT POLICY

We at Aster International – SA (Pty) Ltd will manage the Health, Safety and Environment aspects of our
operations to ensure an incident free work environment and zero tolerance to safety. For all our employees
by making sure: That each employee who forms part of the company is important. That they are important
to the company and their families Developing , implementing and maintaining an effective Safety, Health
and Environment programme. Evaluating and determining the health, safety and environmental
requirements On each of our projects from initiation, to handover and maintain when required. Providing
the necessary Safety, Health and Environment training to all our Employees, such that they understand the
full requirements of our Safety, Health and Environment programme so that they have a right to return
Home every day healthy and without injury Initiating ownership of our Safety, Health and Environment
programme among All our employees , contractors, clients, suppliers, protect the public and others who Do
not form part of the company from the different hazards associated with our work That ensuring all
employees is responsible for carrying out his/ her work in a safe And healthy manner for themselves and
for there fellow employees. Ensuring full compliance to our Safety, Health and Environment programme
among Our employees and will enforce these procedures with disciplinary action if not Adhered too.
Investigating all incidents such that corrective measures can be formulated and Implemented.

George Schoeman 1 January 2016

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER DATE
 ACCESS TO PREMISES
FIRST TIME ON OUR PREMISES
• Report to site office.
• Report to health & safety practitioner for induction and obtain proof i.e. card/slip/tag/sticker.
• Submit RSA ID document to be copied – hospitals requires it before treatment.
• Present proof of induction to security guard and gain permission to enter the premises.
• Enter premises and obey safety requirements.
• Exit premises and report back to site office.

CONSECUTIVE (REPEATED) ACCESS TO PREMISES

• Obtain permanent access permit after induction.
• Check with health & safety practitioner regarding current risks.
• Present access permit to security guard or system.
• Enter premises and obey safety requirements.
• Exit premises and safeguard access permit.
 SIGNAGE ON SITE

 THE ENTRANCE BOARD CONTAINS INFORMATION ABOUT THE DANGERS ON

PREMISES
 PAY ATTENTION TO SIGNAGE AND OBEY THEM
 ASK IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND
 SIGNAGE EXAMPLES
PROHIBITED OR NOT ALLOWED – red circle with line through

Alcohol or drugs Open flames Smoking Use of Pedestrian No entry Cameras or

Cell phones entry taking photos

Weapons Littering Dumping Loose clothing Pets Compressed Carrying of

or off-loading air used on body long material
 SIGNAGE EXAMPLES
MANDATORY, MUST WEAR OR DO – blue circle background

Hard hat Safety shoes Reflective vest Eye protection Respirators Gloves Ear protection

WARNING AND BE AWARE – yellow and black

Electrical shock Falling objects Overhead loads Overhead work Fragile roof Falling objects
 SIGNAGE EXAMPLES
INFORMATION – green and white

Directional Emergency Assembly

First aid First aider Drinking water Eye wash
Arrow Evacuation Point
in attendance

FIRE EQUIPMENT – red on white with red border

Fire Hose Fire extinguisher Fire Alarm Pump connection Where a Directional
Fire extinguisher Arrow
is kept
 SITE RULES
DO’S
• Always be escorted around the premises.
Adhere to all notices and signage.

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When in doubt ask for assistance.
Be aware of any hazards/risks prevalent to the site.
DON’TS
• Ensure that you wear a hardhat, suitable closed •Alcohol
footwear (NO HIGH HEELS) and any other Personal •Drugs
Protective Equipment as instructed. •Firearms
• Only use the access routes as provided. •Fighting
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions Safety Officer. •Cameras
• Be aware of moving Construction vehicles they
•Criminal offences
have right of way.
• Stand STILL when using a cell phone on site, as •After Hour Work
your concentration could be lacking. •Urinating
•Smoke.
•Interfere

 S.L.A.M

Stop; Look; Assess; Manage

 HAZARDS ON THIS PREMISES
(examples only)

•Stacking •Flammable Liquids

• Working at Heights •Hazardous Chemicals
•Scaffolding/ Ladders •Dust & Noise
•Pedestrians •Stairwells
•Overhead work •General Machinery
•Barricaded off areas •Noise
•Tripping ;Slipping & Fall •Dust
•Hot Works Operations To name a few
•Electrical Hazards
 INCIDENT REPORTING
WHY
Why must we report ALL incidents immediately?
 Prevention is better than cure
 Prevent more serious incidents occurring
 The right person/s can be called to help
 Contribute to a safe premises for everyone
 Lawful order

HOW
How must incidents be reported?
 Verbally inform the person escorting you around the premises and/or the safety
personnel
 Obtain an incident report form and allow the SHERQ personnel to assist you
 Place the completed form in the report post box @HR or hand to SHERQ
personnel
 Follow up to ensure that corrective actions are done and taken.
 INCIDENT REPORTING
Near miss or almost an accident
Report verbally to supervisor & safety
personnel
Obtain and complete a safety/incident
report
Ensure the corrective actions are carried out
Serious incidents
Report to supervisor. He will contact the others
Do not move any person or object unless further
injuries could occur
Ensure that first aider is called
Evidence to be gathered and photos taken
Participate in investigations
Discuss in meetings
Minor incidents
Report to supervisor & safety officer
Ensure that first aider is called
Ensure the corrective actions are carried
out
Fatal accidents
Report to supervisor. He will contact the
others
Do not move any person or object unless
further injuries could occur
Ensure that manager is called
Evidence to be gathered and photos taken
Participate in investigations
Discuss in meeting
 EMERGENCY EVACUATION

Do not run,
stay calm at all
times
In the case of fire keep as low
Raise the alarm 3 times To the ground as possible
Stop work when alarm is sounded
Stay calm
Do not panic

Turn off all equipment & machinery

Walk to the Muster Point
Await for further instructions
 EMERGENCY EVACUATION
Where is the Main Muster Point on these
premises
Who are the first aiders; emergency
evacuation marshals and fire fighting teams on
these premises
Where are the emergency numbers
Who are the Safety Personnel on these
premises
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Who is the Management on these premises
Who is the HIV Counsellor on these premises
Where are the fire fighting equipment?
Where is the alarm and how does it sound?
What route must I take during emergencies
 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
• A hard hat will only protect you from small
falling objects.

• Bigger objects falling from higher can kill you.

• Make sure no one is working above you

• Wear your hard hat correctly

• Get a new hat if it is damaged

 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Reflective jackets, vests or overalls for
increased visibility

Safety glasses/specs to
protect your eyes
 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety shoes should have steel toe caps
The following are not allowed:
•Sandals
•Soft or slippery soles
•Open toes
•High heels
 ANY QUESTIONS
ONE WOULD LIKE TO ASK