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HSE PLAN

Upgrading of Street Lighting Networks in Al Ain City -Stage 3

HSE PLAN 11T23‐687

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26th Sep 2023 Khalid Badir Issued for Approval


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Rev. Date Originator Description


ALTORATH INTERNATIONAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS L.L.C

Upgrading of Street Lighting Networks in Al Ain City -Stage 3

Table of Contents

1. Introduction: ............................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Project Details & Description: .................................................................................................................. 4
2. HSE Documentation control: ................................................................................................................... 4
3. EHS filing & indexing: .............................................................................................................................. 6
4. EHS Policy Statement, Objective & Culture: ........................................................................................... 7
4.1 Policy: ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.2 Role & Responsibilities: ................................................................................................................................. 9
4.3 EHS legal Requirements: ...................................................................................................................... 11
4.4 Management of Contractor Pervious data (CPD): ................................................................................. 12
4.5 EHS Risk Management: ........................................................................................................................ 15
4.6 Training and awareness: ....................................................................................................................... 19
4.7 HSE Incidents: ....................................................................................................................................... 22
4.8 Consultation and Communication: ......................................................................................................... 26
4.9 Performance Monitoring, Inspection and auditing: ................................................................................ 29
4.10 EHS Construction Management Plan review and update: .................................................................... 35
4.11 EHS File: ................................................................................................................................................ 36
5.3 Site Security Plan: ................................................................................................................................. 36
5.4 Project Permit to work procedures: ....................................................................................................... 37
5.5 Traffic Management and Driving Safety: ............................................................................................... 38
5.6 Material Storage Plan: ........................................................................................................................... 39
5.7 Identification & Management of Asbestos & Other Hazardous Materials Substance ........................... 39
5.8 Safety Signage Rules ............................................................................................................................ 40
5.9 Emergency Management Plan .............................................................................................................. 42
5.10 Manual Handling Operations ................................................................................................................. 46
5.11 Working at Height .................................................................................................................................... 47
5.12 Fixed and Temporary Electrical Installations.............................................................................................. 49
5.13 Personal Protective Equipment ......................................................................................................... 51
5.14 Plant and Equipment .......................................................................................................................... 52
5.15 Housekeeping Arrangements ............................................................................................................ 56
5.16 Lifting Equipment & Lifting Operations ............................................................................................. 57
5.17 Welfare and Site Accommodation .................................................................................................... 58
5.18 Scaffolds and Ladders ........................................................................................................................ 59
5.19 Cantilevers and Platforms .................................................................................................................. 61
5.20 Excavations and Trenches ................................................................................................................ 62
5.21 Confined Space ................................................................................................................................... 64

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5.22 Demolition and Decommissioning .................................................................................................... 65


5.23 Electrical and Gas Welding ................................................................................................................ 66
5.24 Gas Cutting .......................................................................................................................................... 67
5.25 Working Over or Adjacent To Water ................................................................................................ 68
5.26 Mobile Equipment ............................................................................................................................... 68
5.27 Portable Tools...................................................................................................................................... 69
5.28 Falling Objects ..................................................................................................................................... 69
5.29 Slip Trips and fall. ................................................................................................................................ 70
5.30 Animals and Reptiles .......................................................................................................................... 71
5.31 Workplace Bullying and Violence ..................................................................................................... 71
5.32 Impacts I Hazards from Adjacent Activities ..................................................................................... 71
5.33 Temporary Works ................................................................................................................................ 72
5.34 Existing Services ................................................................................................................................. 73
5.35 Services Coordination ........................................................................................................................ 73
5.36 Occupational Health Arrangements ................................................................................................. 73
5.37 Waste Emissions Arrangements ....................................................................................................... 75
APPENDIX – 1 ................................................................................................................................................ 79
APPENDIX – 2 ................................................................................................................................................ 80
APPENDIX – 3 ................................................................................................................................................ 81
APPENDIX – 4 ................................................................................................................................................ 84
APPENDIX – 5 ................................................................................................................................................ 87
APPENDIX – 6 ................................................................................................................................................ 90

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1. Introduction:
As one of the leading project & construction management firms in the Middle East, Health, Safety and
Environment have always been the primary concerns of Consultant before, during and after the
execution of their projects no matter how big or small they are. Therefore, Consultant has developed its
own HSE Guidelines that shall govern the performance of Contractors and its Sub-Contractors during
the execution of the project.
These Guidelines comprise Consultant HSE Plan, Policy, its organization structure and HSE
Procedures. Moreover, these HSE guidelines comprise the Main Contractor’s HSE plan requirements
that shall, as stated earlier, govern his and his sub-Contractors HSE performance during the execution
of the project.
Consultant is committed to HSE and always targets a “Zero Incident Project”. Therefore, Contractors are
expected to incorporate these Guidelines while preparing their HSE plans and strictly abide by them
during the execution of their projects.
The Project Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Plan is the document developed and owned by the
Project Team, which demonstrate how HSE requirements will be managed throughout all stages of the
project.
The HSE Plan is developed at an early stage of the project within Consultant team by Consultant HSE
Engineer, then updated and formally issued prior to the commencement of each phase of design
development for Consultant (supervision) Project.
Consultant believes that good HSE performance will contribute/determine the success of the business
and will treat HSE issues on par with all other primary business objectives. Accidents cause pain and
suffering to victims and anxiety to their families. In order to prevent accidents to persons and property,
total involvement by all levels of management, as well as each individual is necessary.

1.1 Project Details & Description:

Category 1 - Retrofitting existing Street Lighting Poles

o The Scope of works in this category mainly includes disconnecting & dismantling the existing conventional
(HPS/MH) lantern/s & bracket/s and installing the new LED lanterns along with new decorative arm brackets, it
shall include also any other item that needs changing or refurbishment as per the layouts & BOQ. As clarified on
the tender layouts there will be some modifications on the existing networks also (Adding/Removing/Relocation)
of street lighting poles in some locations.
o The lighting calculations shall comply with the AACM requirements attached in the particular specifications;
3000 K color temperature LED luminaires shall be considered only for installation along the main roads.

Category 2 – New Street Lighting Networks Installation

The Scope of work in this category includes the supply & installation of partial or complete new street lighting
networks along with the commissioning of these newly installed networks. As clarified in the tender drawings
layouts, schematics & the BOQ, also removal/relocation/retrofitting of existing street lighting poles work is
required in some specific locations. The lighting calculations shall comply with the AACM requirements attached
in the particular specifications; 4000 K color temperature LED luminaires shall be considered only for installation
in the internal areas.

2. HSE Documentation control:


• Consultant will maintain proper documentation system related to HSE management system.
• Documents are reviewed and approved by authorized personnel for use in EHS
management system.

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• They are reviewed updated and reapproved as often as necessary.


• Changes and current revision changes are identified on all documents in the EHS
management system.
• All documents to be legible and readily available.
• Documents of external origin are identified and distributed in a controlled manner and
register of document distribution to be maintained.
• Prevent the use of unintended use of obsolete documents and ensure they are suitable
identified if they are retained for any purpose.
• HSE records for the results of audit and reviews and others relevant shall be maintained
throughout the duration of the project in the site office.
• Then they shall be sent to the central archives for maintained till the retention period and
register for such archives are maintained for easy traceability and identification of documents
when required.

2.1 Project H&S Documentation

Consultant design team ensures that a detailed document controlled system will be implemented
during the Project phase as per Consultant Document Control requirements. A professional and
traceable documentation system shall be developed and managed by the Contractor HSE team. As
a minimum, the following document shall be prepared and maintained at all times.

Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan


This may form part of the Construction Phase H&S plan or be a standalone document.

Risk Assessments
These shall be prepared for all activities carried out on site in accordance with OSHAD
requirements.
General Requirements:
Design team must ensure that risk assessments are undertaken for all work activities that present a
risk to the health and safety of employees and others who may be affected by their undertaking.

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2.2 Method Statements

Supervision team shall be reviewed all method statement for previous project activities which
require certain skills and competence or entail an elevated level of risk. A Method Statement is a
Document detailing how a particular process will be carried out. Typical Method Statement Contents

• Company details
• Site address
• Client contact details
• Task/Activity
• Names & positions of those involved
• Equipment Materials to be used
• Date, Time & Duration
• Supporting Documents e.g. manuals, risk assessments, data sheets etc.
• All possible hazards
• Detailed work steps from preparation to completion/signing off taking into account methods to
overcome hazards identified above
• Graphs/drawings
• Site specific EHSW requirements
• PPE to be used
• Special training to be given
• Originator’s name, signature & date
• Approver’s name, signature & date
• Circulation list

General Requirements

• A copy of the method statement must be available with the Design team.
• Method statements are to be explained to the workforce prior to starting the works.
• Any deviation from the stated method should be approved by the author and approver.
2.3 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Design team shall have Safety data sheets provide information on chemical products that help users
of those chemicals to make a risk assessment. They describe the hazards the chemical presents,
and give information on handling, storage and emergency measures in case of accident.
MSDS are to be made available for any substance posing human health or environmental hazards.

3. EHS filing & indexing:

All HSE records shall be filed under a well-defined “Filing Index” to ease of traceability of any document
whenever required for review.
Each type of document shall be kept numbered according to the filing index system for quick retrieval.

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3.1 EHS Document distribution & disposal:

As per Consultant requirements HSE Plan shall be distributed to the concerned parties & distribution
list of documents must be maintained for project specific HSE plan, risk assessment, approved
method statement, permits and other HSE forms
The permission of HSE manager shall be obtained for disposal of any HSE records.

4. EHS Policy Statement, Objective & Culture:

The Client and the Project Management Team give their full support to ensure the compliance to
local HSE requirement and Consultant will promote Consultant HSE Policy and shall support all
those who endeavor to carry it out at all times.

CONSULTANT RESPONSIBILITIES

Consultants should develop HSE Policy in line with Consultant HSE policy as a part of HSE Plan

Consultants should develop a procedure and project specific OSH objectives and programs as per
element 7 considering HSE policy, risk assessment, legal requirements and any specific SRA
requirements

Consultants shall review this objectives annually.

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4.1 Policy:

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4.1.1 EHS Objectives are:

• Neither directly nor indirectly reduce the risk to people, environment and property
• Place HSE as a top priority and on the agendas of meetings
• Monitor to eliminate and mitigate hazards or risks on site to As Low As Reasonably
Practicable (ALARP)
• Abide by all the applicable local/national and international HSE codes of practice, statutes,
and regulations and monitor that the same is carried out by all Contractors and Subcontractors
working on the project; Consultant Key HSE requirements and Consultant shall be complied
with during the execution of the project.
• Give appropriate regard to HSE performance in the appraisal of employees Contractors and
Subcontractors
• Improve employee awareness by conducting EHS trainings.
• Promote and enhance an ongoing & appropriate HSE culture & proactive attitude
towards HSE.

4.1.2 EHS Culture:


To drive a positive HSE culture, the Project Management Team shall enforce the following HSE
principles on the project Site at all times:

• HSE is everybody’s responsibility


• The management is committed to HSE and lead by example
• Reporting unsafe acts/conditions
• PROACTIVENESS as against REACTIVENESS
• Planning and integration of HSE in overall project & construction management, prioritizing and
practicing HSE (no lip-service).
• We take the time to do our work safely

4.2 Role & Responsibilities:

Supervision Consultant shall monitor compliance by the contractor with his contractual safety program
and report deficiencies to Employer and Consultant.

4.2.1 Cross Functional Staff:

Establish and implement a system to effectively monitor HSE compliance.

• Provide regular feedback on HSE performance throughout the contract period.


• Recommend appropriate action against Supply Chain Partners which fail to provide adequate
HSE protection for employees and any other persons and parties in connection with the
Project.
• Audit or arrange to be audited all parties working on the project with regards to HSE
compliance.

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• When on site, comply with all HSE policies and procedures and any site specific HSE
requirements.
• Ensure that this document (as amended from time to time) is included in all contract
documents and monitor implementation thereof.
• Collates overall project HSE statistics and include in management report for project and
corporate management teams.
• Ensure that once individual Contractors are appointed to carry out works they submit a
construction phase HSE plan incorporating all specific information that is included in the Pre-
Tender HSE Plan and their specific contract construction activities including identification of
risks.
• Ensure that all HSE plans, method statements, risk assessments and any other HSE
documentation including fire and emergency plans are reviewed for compliance and signed off
prior to work commencing.
• The HSE Engineers shall be responsible & accountable for
• Ensuring that the Supervision Consultant’s and Contractors’ HSE programs are structured in
accordance with the requirements of this Policy as well as the national and international HSE
Acts, Regulations and Approved Codes of Practice (CoP’s).
• Coordinate workshop meeting with discipline engineers to identify the risk in the design stage
assess the risk and include in the risk register and perform action plan to mitigate the identified
risks.
• Cooperate and coordinate with the Projects Managers/Construction Managers in the
implementation of effective HSE systems on their projects sites.
• Liaise with the Client, Consultant and the Local/Enforcing Authorities/ in ensuring adherence
of all parties to the HSE Requirements of their projects.
• Ensure the availability and adequacy of all the Supervision Consultant Engineers’ and
Contractors’ HSE provisions as per the requirements of this Policy, the Construction Contracts
General Conditions and Specifications, their HSE Plans, EMPLOYER / CLIENT’s HSE
Requirements, Special Local Regulations, and the applicable local/national and international
statutes, Regulations and Approved Codes of Practice (CoP’s).
• Ensure the Engineers’ and Contractors’ full compliance with the projects’ HSE requirements,
train and induct staff on HSE.
• Carryout scheduled and unscheduled HSE audits and inspections and report to the project
management team on any identified non-conformances for necessary action and correction by
the violating party.
• Investigate direct and root/underlying causes of accidents/incidents and advise
recommendations to prevent recurrence of the same.
• Record and follow up on any noted safety hazards and non-conformances to HSE regulators
and parties having jurisdiction.
• Oversee/supervise the conduct of the Engineers’ and Contractors’ HSE and construction
personnel.
• Review and approve the Contractors’ HSE documents, submittals, drawings, etc. to verify their
suitability, adequacy and conformance.
• Measure the HSE performance of the Engineers and Contractors and advise on the actions
necessary for improvement.

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4.3 EHS legal Requirements:

All the HSE standards and provisions of the project shall be established in accordance with and in
line with the Construction General and Particular Conditions of Contract and Specifications, the
Local Enforcing Authorities Health and Safety Regulations, Consultant Key HSE requirements /
Consultant SOP 32 and the relevant international standards as deemed appropriate and applicable.
The following are some of these resources/references that may be referred to when establishing
and implementing the projects HSE programs:

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

• Contractors/ Consultants shall develop a documented legal register which consists of:
• OSH law/ Regulations full titled as gazette.
• Applicable articles/clause/ references.
• Applicable activity/process impacted by the legal requirement.
• Internal OSH procedure to make sure the compliances.
• Compliances monitoring requirements

4.3.1 Contractual Standards:

The Engineers and Contractors shall refer to the following contractual and national HSE
legislative references wherever and whenever they are applicable:

• UAE Labour Federal law No. 8 year 1980 Labour Law and its amendment with particular
reference to chapter 5 Safety, Protection and the Health and social care of the Employees.
• Ministerial Order No 32 for the year 1982, - Regarding Determination of the ways and means
to protect employees against occupational hazards.
• Ministerial decree No.401 of 2015 concerning the determination of Midday Working hours.
• Ministerial Order No.37/2 –Medical care for workers
• Abu Dhabi Law No.19 of 2007 (amending Law No.2 of 1988) adds Article 4 that ADSSC as
Licensed by the regulations and supervisory Bureau shall develop, maintain and operate safe,
efficient and economical networks.
• UAE Federal law No. 24 year 1999, ‟Protection and Development of the Environment ‟.
• Federal Law No.23 of 1999-Protection of Aquatic Resources
• Federal Law No.21 of 2005-Waste Management
• Law No.4 of 1983 - Regulating the building works.
• Law No.16 of 2009 - Regulations of Construction works
• Decree 42 of 2009 - Abu Dhabi Occupational Health & Safety System Framework
• (OSHAD-SF) which promote and ensures all activities within Abu Dhabi Emirate are
undertaken in a responsible, safe and sustainable manner.
• All the applicable General and Particular Conditions of the Construction Contracts and the
Contracts Specifications; Project Management Plan; Project Quality Plan.
• Abu Dhabi municipality, ADDC, TRANSCO, Etisalat, TADWEER, Regulations and supervisory
Bureau requirements.
• Abu Dhabi traffic directorate, Road safety authority.
• Ministry of infrastructure development
• Consultant Key HSE requirements and Consultant SOP 32.

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4.3.2 International Standards:

Where applicable, Engineers and Contractors are advised to refer to the following list of
international references which are not exhaustive when monitoring HSE on site:

• ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System)


• ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System)
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• OSHAD Requirements

4.4 Management of Contractor Pervious data (CPD):

Design team are evaluated CPD in order to ensure adhering to project requirement, the following
documents are requested for evaluation from the Design team

• A sample copy of the contractor’s health and safety policy.


• Details of qualifications and experience relevant to the task which they are to perform.
• Copies of detailed risk assessments produced in the last 12 months covering the full range of
work activities pertinent to the job.
• Safe systems of work or method statements for a similar job as tendered for.
• Details of any job/task monitoring arrangements.
• Details of any formal health and safety enforcement action taken against the contractor or his
organization (i.e. Improvement Notice, Prohibition Notice or Prosecution).
• Confirmation of Employers (where applicable) and third party liability insurance cover.
• References from previous jobs carried out in the last 12 months
.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

• Define, approve and deploy a procedure to ensure the effective identification and management
of risks applicable to own staff. Ensure compliance to approved requirements.
• Review and verify the suitability of the contractors HSE risk assessment procedure. Take action
to ensure that any improvement needs are promptly and effectively addressed.
• Verify that the HSE risk assessment process is applied as required and conducted in
accordance with the approved procedure.
• Verify the competence of individuals conducting the HSE risk assessment.
• Verify the suitability of controls applied and actions taken to ensure any residual risk is
effectively managed.
• Verify that activities are executed in accordance with the approved method statement.
• Verify that an effective process is applied to ensure that new or changed risks are identified and
controlled.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of HSE risk related record keeping.
• Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.

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Ongoing Management:

This management procedure applies to all the sub-contractors working under Consultant:

• The EHS expected requirements along with Consultant Key HSE requirements and AACM HSE
SOP’s will be communicated to the Design team during design stage. They will provide method
statements of their work and will give details of controlling the hazards in their work. The site
safety department from EHS point of view will review the method statements. On award of
contract, they need to provide details of insurance coverage of their personnel.
• Test certificates of lifting equipment, lifting accessories and competency certificates for
operators will be submitted to Design team. In case chemicals are used then they have to
provide material safety data sheets.
• All Design team employees must undergo safety induction training before starting work.
• The Safety Eng. shall arrange for regular toolbox talks for Design team and comply with all
expected site EHS regulations.

Health & Safety Plan

Upon award of the contract, the Design team must ensure that prior to the commencement of any
project a design -Phase, the Health and Safety Plan for coming construction stage will covers the
specific requirements of the project, Design team should understand below:

AIC supervision team will;


Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach
to the development and deployment of HSE plans and Method Statements specific to the project or
service.
Review the contractors proposed HSE plan and Method Statements and advise on its suitability
within due time. Will recommend approval once the contractor incorporates all comments, if there
are no further comments.
Verify that the contractor(s) activities are executed in accordance with the approved HSE plans and
Method Statements.
Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.
Periodically review the approved HSE plan and Method Statements to verify its on-going suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service
requirements and conditions.
Verify that contractors developed and implemented the operational control procedures as per
applicable COP requirements.
Verify how a principle contractor ensures that their sub-contractors implement all HSE requirements.

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Construction Phase H&S Plan Requirements


As a minimum the main contractor must ensure that the H&S Plan covers the following elements:

• Project scope of works


• Roles and responsibilities of key project staff
• Appointments of key staff given health and safety responsibilities
• Register of project risks identifying risk owner and schedule of submittal of risk assessments
• Risk assessments to cover current and immediate future activities
• Health and safety inspection and audit plan
• Project logistics plan
• First aid arrangements
• Accident reporting procedure that complies with AACM reporting requirements
• Emergency procedure for the project covering foreseeable emergencies
• Details of fire risk and emergency arrangements
• Details of health and safety meetings that will be held and their frequency
• Safety Management System procedures that will be implemented on the project.
The main contractor will ensure that the H&S Plan remains a live document and is reviewed, and
where necessary revised, on a regular basis.

HSE Personnel

Safety is everybody’s responsibility and it is therefore beholden on every individual engaged in the
project to ensure that others are not affected by their acts or omissions. H&S Personnel’s function is to
provide advice, design an H&S management system, monitor compliance by individuals and
departments in addition to other roles and responsibilities as defined earlier.

Contractors & Sub-Contractors


• All contractors are required to submit their proposed EHS organization for the project and the
CV’s of the proposed EHS personnel to the Consultant, immediately after the award of the
contract.
• The Consultants will review the organization and the CV’s submitted by the contractors.
• All EHS candidates shall be interviewed by the Consultant and/or PMT prior to approval. The
CV’s and interview remarks shall be recorded and shared with the Client.
• The Client Lead Consultant reserve the right to approve or reject any or all proposed CV’s,
subject to a satisfactory justification.
• The Client/AACM /Lead Consultant also reserve the right to reject or recommend
modifications in the proposed EHS organization.
• For sub-contractors, the main Contractors shall review the organization and CV’s and
interview proposed personnel and shall send the approved CV’s and organization to the
Consultant for their approval.
• The proposed organization shall be based on the nature, scope of work and the risks involved.
• The proposed personnel must have relevant experience matching the nature, scope of work
and risks involved.
• The number, duties and minimum qualification of the safety personnel working on the project
shall be in compliance with those specified by OSHAD and Consultant HSE requirements.

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4.5 EHS Risk Management:

Risk Register shall be prepared and updated during the design review stage and shall be updated
till construction. Design team will ensure to thoroughly review the design proposed against the
following listed criteria’s. Risk Register shall report all the high risk events that were identified during
HSE risk assessments together with their consequences, safeguards, recommendations and status
of any action required.

Design team will define, approve and deploy approved procedure to ensure the effective
identification and management of risks applicable to own staff. Ensure compliance to approved
requirements.

Review and verify the suitability of the (sample) contractors HSE risk assessment procedure. Take
action to ensure that any improvement needs are promptly and effectively addressed.

Verify that the HSE risk assessment process is applied as required and conducted in accordance
with the approved procedure.

Verify the competence of individuals conducting the HSE risk assessment.

Verify the suitability of controls applied and actions taken to ensure any residual risk is effectively
managed.

Verify that activities are executed in accordance with the approved method statement.
Verify that an effective process is applied to ensure that new or changed risks are identified and
controlled.

Verify the suitability and integrity of HSE risk related record keeping.

Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.

Design team risk assessment shall typically focus on the following topics listed below during design
review:
• Design risk register identified risks and any carried forward risks from design stage;
• Requirements listed by applicable Environmental Impact Assessments;
• Physical environment (e.g. lighting, noise, vibration, temperature, wetness, humidity and
draughts);
• Chemical and/or biological environment eg. sanitary conditions, hazardous materials, smoke,
dusts, fibres, and other contamination/pollution;
• Hazardous systems (eg. gas, electricity, hot water steam, piped gases/liquids, hot surfaces,
storage);
• Normal activities (eg. posture and manual handling, use of vehicles, use of plant and
equipment, industrial processes, use of doors and windows/glazing, use of lifts, escalators and
moving walkways);
• Routine and non-routine operations;
• Slips and trips (eg. whilst in motion on floors and ramps, whilst using stairs or escalators,
whilst essentially static);
• Need for emergency shutdown of automatic operating systems (eg. escalators);

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• working at heights (eg. using access equipment such as ladders, at unprotected edges and
adjacent to fragile surfaces);
• Abnormal events (eg. fire, explosion, falling objects, disproportionate collapse etc.);
• Consideration for the use of the facility and evacuation of the occupants including physically
handicapped, pregnant women, and children.
Contractors are legally-bound to carry out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment that shall be
proportionate to the scope of work and the level of the risks that may be in connection with or may
arise from the works within their undertaking.
The risk assessment shall cover, but not be limited to, traffic management hazards, fire
hazards, use of plants/machinery/equipment, health hazards, work at heights, substances
hazardous to health, etc.
Contractors are expected to carry out their own Risk Assessments that are specific to the nature of
this project works and proportionate to the level of risks related to the works in their
undertaking on the Project Site.

These shall be further assessed suitably and adequately and controlled in two ways:

The Design team shall ensure that appropriate risk assessments broken down into sole construction
activities shall be prepared.
The Engineer shall ensure that all Design team prepare and submit a detailed activity-based risk
assessment along with each and every Method Statement they submit for the Engineer’s review and
approval.
Design team shall ensure that all hazards arising from the routine and non-routine activities of
specific projects are identified. The risks associated with identified hazards shall then be evaluated
in the manner set out in this procedure unless an approved procedure exists within the Contractors
HSE management system.
This process shall include the identification of hazards originating outside of the workplace that
may adversely affect the health and safety of persons within the workplace.
Design team shall determine the most effective control measures to implement, with due regard
to legal & other requirements, in order to provide a safe workplace for all affected parties. Control
measures shall be consistent with industry best practice in the relevant location and shall be realistic
and achievable.
Contractors shall ensure that hazards, associated risks and planned control measure are
effectively communicated to all affected parties and that the proposed control measures are
implemented for planned works.

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4.5.1 Five Steps to Risk Assessment:


• Identify hazards in the workplace (Physical, Chemical, Biological, Ergonomic, Psychosocial,
etc);
• Decide who might be affected by the hazards you identified and how considering those who
may be especially at risk;
• Evaluate risks considering the likelihood/probability of occurrence and severity and decide
whether the existing precautions/controls are adequate or more should be done;
• Record findings; and select control measures.
• Review and revise the assessment whenever invalid or after a substantial change to
procedures, workplace, process, technology, laws, organizations, etc.

Risks identified shall be assessed and ranked using the risk matrix below:

LIKELIHOOD LIKELY ALMOST


(PROBABILITY) RARE UNLIKELY POSIBBLE
Could Happen CERTAIN
(P) Remote Could Happen Could Happen
Often Could Happen
Possibility But Rare Occasionally
(on average Frequently
(once every 3 (typically once (on average
once in a month (once a week or
SEVERITY years or more) in a year) quarterly)
or more) more)
(IMPACT) 1 2 3
4 5
(S)

Low Low Low Low Medium


Insignificant (1)
1 2 3 4 5
Low Low Medium Medium Medium
Minor (2)
2 4 6 8 10
Low Medium Medium Medium High
Moderate (3)
3 6 9 12 15
Low Medium Medium High High
Significant (4)
4 8 12 16 20
Medium Medium High High High
Major (5)
5 10 15 20 25
Risk Rating (RR) = Likelihood X Severity Risk Rating
15 - 25 POTENTIALLY CATASTROPHIC H
5 - 12 POTENTIALLY MAJOR AND SERIOUS M
1-4 POTENTIALLY MINOR L

4.5.2 Risk Identification


This is the section where threats, vulnerabilities and the work activities associated risks are identified.
This process is systematic and comprehensive enough to ensure that no risk is unwittingly excluded.
Any future unpredictable risks that might arise during the project will be identified and controlled by
activity Hazard analysis procedure.

4.5.3 Risk Analysis


Risk analysis is the part where the level of the risk and its nature are assessed and understood.
This information is derived from the level of probability and severity.
The calculation of the risk rate will be accordance with OSHAD Risk Management and impact
assessment.

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4.5.4 Risk Treatment


Risk treatment is the process of selecting and implementing of measures to eliminate the risk or modify
it into an acceptable residual Risk level. The control measures shown in the risk assessment are based
on the nature of the expected hazard. It’s important to mention that the risk treatment process is very
dynamic and continues process. The control measures will be studied and reviewed after every
incident or near miss for the purposes of evaluation and improvement.

4.5.5 Risk Communication and awareness


Risk Management is considered as an essential Part of CGC HSE culture. Therefore communicating
and creating awareness of relative risks and control measures for all activities in the Project is very
important.
Communication should ensure that all workers understood simple and accurate instructions regarding
the specific work activity. Copy of the approved risk assessment and environmental impact assessment
will be with the foreman/Engineer. Toolbox will be based on the risk assessment and method statement
and will be conducted by the HSE officer or the foreman keeping in mind the variety of the languages
and level awareness of the workers on site.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT


• Consultants must have an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach for
monitoring and auditing the suitability and effectiveness of their own HSE Management System.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to monitoring and auditing the suitability and effectiveness of their HSE Management
System.
• Verify that the contractor is applying the approved Monitoring and Auditing approach in
accordance with the approved procedure.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE monitoring and auditing.
Promptly notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.
• Periodically review the approved HSE Monitoring and Auditing procedure to verify its ongoing
suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or
service requirements and conditions.
• Consultants must ensure that all their employees have a working knowledge of HSE
procedures for all hazards relating to their specific work activity and are able to develop and
apply safety procedures at the task level in which all specific hazards are analyzed and definite
control measures are set.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to ensuring that employees have a working knowledge of the HSE procedures
relating to all activities applicable to their work area.
• Verify the suitability of all contractor safety procedures and make an approval recommendation
to Consultant.
• Verify that the contractor is applying all safety procedures effectively. Notify the contractor of
any non-conformance and instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any improvement
is needed.
• Periodically review the approved safety procedures to verify their ongoing suitability. Instruct the
contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements and
conditions.

References:
OSHAD –SF Element 02 Risk Management
Abu Dhabi City Municipality IMS SOP 08 Hazard and Risk
4.5.6 Hierarchy of Risk Control

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Hierarchy of Control
Where hazards are identified, Consultant shall follow the hierarchy of control as identified in
OSHAD-SF – Element 2 – Risk Management. Identified risks must be controlled in a systematic
manner with the requirement to eliminate the hazard or risk wherever practicable. If it is not
applicable to eliminate the risks, then the risks need to be reduced through substitution and/or
engineering control measures and/or AACM inistrative control measures. The last level of control is
to provide personal protective equipment’s (PPE) to guard against the identified risk.

HSE control hierarchy to be adopted for the project in hand is demonstrated in the table below:
S/N Hierarchy Elaboration
1 Eliminate Eliminate the risks by removing the hazard.
2 Substitute Substitute with less hazardous materials, equipment, process or
substances.
3 Engineering Make structural changes to the work environment, work systems,
Controls/ tools or equipment. Use mechanical aids or manual handling
isolation devices. Enclose or isolate the hazard through the use of guards
or remote handling techniques. Provide local exhaust ventilation.
4 AACM Appropriate AACM inistrative procedures such as policies,
inistrative guidelines, standard operating procedures (SoP’s), registers,
Controls work permits, safety signage, job rotation, job timing, routine
maintenance and housekeeping. Provide training on the hazards
and correct work procedures.
5 Personal Provide correctly fitted and properly maintained personal
Protective protective equipment (PPE) and/or protective clothing and the
Equipment’s training in its use.

4.6 Training and awareness:

One of Altorath responsibilities is providing a safe work environment to establish safe work practices
and procedures and to ensure that each employee receives information, instructions, and supervision to
increase his awareness of the hazards that might be encountered during his daily work activities.

Employee shall be properly trained on work hazards and the methods by which these hazards are
controlled, reduced, or eliminated. Training is an integral part of job performance. When people are
trained to do their jobs correctly, their health and safety will be secured as well as the one for people
working around them.

The Consultant Safety office shall induct Consultant staff and shall ensure that the Contractors
induct their entire site personnel and subcontractors/visitors/suppliers/etc. on HSE upon mobilizing
them to site.

The following is a non-exhaustive list of the topics that may be covered in a standard HSE
induction:

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• General Project Scope of Work and Information;


• Client's Requirements.
• Project Managers/Lead Consultants requirements.
• Regulators requirements.
• Own company’s specific project H&S induction.
• Own company’s EHS Policy and Procedural arrangement.
• Own company’s individual EHS Roles and Responsibilities.
• Site Rules.
• Procedures for the reporting of Incident and Dangerous Occurrences.
• Advise all workers of the role they have to play to ensure that standards of
• EHS provisions are maintained.
• Identification of EHS resources.
• Availability, use and care of personal protective equipment.
• Risks that are related to the task they perform.
• Location of Welfare Facilities.
• First Aid, Identification of trained First Aider and location of the First Aid Facilities.
• Fire arrangements, evacuation procedure etc. on site and in the labor camp.
• Disciplinary Procedures.

Consultant shall ensure that the Contractors develop proper regular/periodical HSE training
programs and schedules as deemed necessary to ensure and enhance HSE awareness among
their personnel on site. The following is a non-exhaustive list of the topics that may be covered in
these training programs:

• Environmental Awareness
• Hazard Identification and Reporting;
• Manual handling
• Heat Stress;
• Fire Precautions and Fighting;
• Emergency Procedures;
• Waste Management
• First Aid;
• Driving Safety ;
• General HSE Awareness;
• Lifting, Hoisting and Crane Safety;
• Safety Signage;
• Reporting of Incidents and Near Misses;
• Confined Space Entry; and
• PPE.

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Consultant will conduct both Internal and external training for the project team in different methods (i.e.
one to one communication and consultation, class room trainings, presentations, communication of
HSE notifications and alerts, posters, videos, etc if applicable.
The toolbox talks shall be delivered by persons competent and shall be in a language appropriate to
the workforce, concise 10 to 15-minute weekly safety meeting that covers the entire workforce of each
and every Contractor/Subcontractor and tackles certain HSE-related matters such as the latest
accidents/incidents/Near Misses, HSE updates, HSE alerts, HSE news, training materials, safe working
procedures/instructions, PPE, etc. “Toolbox Talks” shall be conducted by the Contractors’ direct work
supervisors and supervised by their HSE Officers.
Supervision team shall ensure that their respective workers have undergone a Safety Induction
Training prior to commencement of the works. The attendance shall be recorded in a logbook for future
reference.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT


• The Consultant shall identify and provide relevant details of an individual or individuals to
demonstrate their competence to review and verify the suitability of HSE procedures, processes
and activities within own organization and by others. Consultant has identified the Minimum
HSE Resources Required by Consultant & Contractors within this document for any one
contract. The final number of full time HSE practitioners required shall be discussed and agreed
at the pre-construction meeting, in which it shall maintain a minimum ration of 150 employees to
1 safety officers/engineers or the minimum HSE Resources Required by Consultant &
Contractors herewith, whichever mandates higher.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to the identification of HSE coordination requirements.
• Verify that the contractor has defined a suitable and systematic approach to determine the
competency requirements for HSE Practitioners.
• Verify that the contractors activities related to the selection and appointment of HSE
Practitioners are actually conducted in accordance with the approved procedure.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE Practitioners requirements,
appointments and competency.
• Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.
• The Consultant shall have a procedure to review the qualifications of the Contractor’s HSE
Practitioners and advise the Consultant of the staff’s suitability.
• The Consultant shall have a procedure to conduct annual performance assessment of the
Contractor’s HSE Practitioners and advise the Consultant of their recommendations.
• Consultants must have a systematic approach to ensuring that HSE training needs applicable
to their staff are identified and fulfilled.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to the identification of HSE training requirements and the delivery of suitable training
programs and check this training programs are reviewed annually.
• Verify that the contractor has defined a training and is deploying it effectively.
• Verify that the contractors activities related to the selection and appointment of HSE training are
actually conducted in accordance with the approved procedure.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE training requirements and
delivery.
• Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.

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4.7 HSE Incidents:

4.7.1 Accident and Incident / Near Miss Reporting and Investigation:

Altorath supervision team shall ensure to investigate all safety incidents, dangerous occurrences,
occupational diseases and environmental incidents and report to the authorities as necessary. The
causes of all accidents shall be established regardless of whether an injury or damage results.
Where necessary, a full investigation shall be carried out and a record of their classification shall be
maintained.in accordance with the requirements of the Construction Contracts and all applicable
Local Authority / Municipality, Special Local Regulations and National (UAE) HSE regulations by
all concerned parties.

The main purposes of the investigation and reporting are to:



Ensure that the main and underlying causes are identified;

Enable appropriate preventative action to be taken to prevent recurrence.

Gather statistical information so that any particular trend can be identified and corrective action
taken;
• Assess and review the emergency response arrangements.
The contractors shall be requested to initially report all accidents to the Supervision Consultant
using Accident Reporting & Investigation Procedure. All accidents resulting in major injuries/lost
time shall be attended to by the Supervision Consultants’ and Contractors’ HSE personnel where
a thorough accident investigation report is generated. The report shall highlight the direct and root
causes, recommend proper corrective and preventive actions and then shall be forwarded to all
concerned parties for their necessary actions.

• All incidents shall be recorded by the Supervision Consultant Resident Engineers and the
Contractors in the project incident register, updated regularly and circulated to all concerned
parties for their reference and necessary action.
• All accidents/incidents and lessons learnt shall be addressed and published to all concerned
parties by the Supervision Consultant Resident Engineers and the Contractor via all available
communication means such as meetings, toolbox talks, memos, alerts, notice boards, etc.

4.7.2 Investigation Procedure:


EHS officer will investigate the accident/incident in consultation with the Project Manager and the
staff, patient or person who was involved in the accident/incident (where possible). The investigation
should commence as soon as reasonably practicable after the accident/incident occurs or at least
within 24 hours of receiving notice of the accident/incident. Depending on the complexity and nature
of the accident/incident, the investigation may involve other staff or stakeholders and may require
expertise from an external source (like Abu Dhabi Municipality) by completing and submitting
OSHAD SF Form G1 - Serious OSH Incident Investigation and Form G2- Non-Serious OSH Incident
Investigation.

The focus of the investigation is to obtain an accurate picture of what occurred by:
Examining the scene of the accident or incident and recording (as relevant) any physical evidence
related to the event such as, but not limited to:
a) The location of the person at the time of the event
b) Any problem associated with the use of any plant, equipment, or substances

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c) Workplace conditions such as lighting, floor surface, warning signs, weather conditions (if the
event occurred outside)
• Interviewing persons involved and witnesses
• Reviewing background information including, but not limited to:

(a) Documented procedures for the work being carried out and if there were any deviations from
such;
(b) Maintenance and testing reports, if plant or equipment involved
(c) Training and competency
(d) Any similar events that have occurred previously.
(e) The findings of the investigation must be recorded on the Accident/Incident and Investigation

Report form and circulated to all management as well as Abu Dhabi Municipality through OSHAD
SF- Form G1
V 2.1 - Serious OSH Incident Investigation.

4.7.3 Incident Reporting:


In case of an Accident Contractor shall consider the following:

• Witness (co-workers) shall immediately inform the supervisor


• Supervisor will immediately inform the First Aider, Safety Officer, and Construction Manager /
Site Engineer while assessing the victim and accident location. Safety officer and First Aider will
check the condition of victim and decide whether the victim can be mobilized or external aid
(Police I Ambulance) is necessary.
• Safety Officer will inform the Project Manager and confirm the requirement for external aid (
Police / Ambulance)
• When the victim is stabilized and the situation is under control, then investigation of the
accident will be conducted by Contractor and report shall be submitted to Altorath for review
and approval.
• Relevant authorities shall be notified where applicable.
In case of Incident Contractor shall consider the following:

• In the case of incident the workers shall immediately inform their supervisor
• Supervisor will inform the Construction Manager I Site Engineer and the Safety Officer
• Safety Officer will immediately visit the location I area of the incident. In case of any urgent
safety measure requirement then the same will be done to make the area I situation safe
• Investigation on cause of incident will be done. Statement of all concerned personnel will be
analyzed physically at site.

Investigation will include


• Workers competency for the task
• Application of control measures for the task
• Records of safety tool box talks
• Condition of materials and equipment used

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• Deviation from method statement


• Cost of the incident
• Witnesses statements
• Photos of the incident site and any occurred damages
Notification to Consultant:
• Fatality shall be reported immediately to Project / Service Engineer, Consultant Project / Service
Manager and Consultant HSE Practitioners.
• Serious injury/illness shall be within 2 hours to Project / Service Engineer, Consultant Project /
Service Manager and Consultant HSE Practitioners.
• Medical treatment injury shall be within 24 hours to Project / Service Engineer First Aid Cases
and incorporate in monthly report
• Serious Dangerous Occurrence / Significant near miss shall be within 2 hours to Project /
Service Engineer, Consultant Project / Service Manager and Consultant HSE Practitioners.
• Any environmental incident that requires the contractor to report to the SRA for Buildings and
Construction shall be within 2 hours to Project / Service Engineer, Consultant Project / Service
Manager and Consultant HSE Practitioners.

Consultant team ensures;


• Compliance with OSHAD SF and Consultant HSE Requirements for Incident Reporting.
• Verification of contractor approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
handling and communicating details of HSE incidents applicable to own activities and those of
sub-contractors, and for monitoring and reporting HSE Incident data.
• Determine whether the contractor is a ‘registered’ or ‘non registered entity’ and ensure that the
notification and reporting requirements are planned and executed in accordance with the
current status. Ensure that the contractors registration status is monitored and action taken to
revise notification and reporting requirements in the event of any change.
• Verify the suitability of the processes defined in the contractors procedure and either approve
the proposed process or instruct on modifications required.
• Verify that the contractor is fully and promptly complying with the approach approved to handle
and communicate HSE incidents, including any notification and reporting requirements
applicable to regulatory authorities; police and civil defense.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE incidents. Promptly notify the
contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required
• Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.
• Notify Consultant if any actions are not taken in accordance with requirements and within the
time required.
• Periodically review the HSE Incident handling and reporting procedures to verify their ongoing
suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or
service requirements and conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

• Consultants must define a systematic approach to the prevention, management and reporting of
HSE incidents applicable to their own staff and area of operations.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to handling and communicating details of HSE incidents applicable to own activities
and those of sub-contractors, and for monitoring and reporting HSE Incident data.

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• Determine whether the contractor is a ‘registered’ or ‘non registered entity’ and ensure that the
notification and reporting requirements are planned and executed in accordance with the
current status. Ensure that the contractors registration status is monitored and action taken to
revise notification and reporting requirements in the event of any change.
• Verify the suitability of the processes defined in the contractor’s procedure and either approve
the proposed process or instruct on modifications required.
• Verify that the contractor is fully and promptly complying with the approach approved to handle
and communicate HSE incidents, including any notification and reporting requirements
applicable to regulatory authorities; police and civil defense.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE incidents. Promptly notify the
contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.
• Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.
• Notify Consultant if any actions are not taken in accordance with requirements and within the
time required.
• Periodically review the HSE Incident handling and reporting procedures to verify their ongoing
suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or
service requirements and conditions.

4.7.4 First Aid Cases:


All first aid cases shall be recorded in the site first aid register. The site Safety Officer will
investigate each case to find the root causes and implement corrective action.
Data collected from the first aid registers and investigation reports will be communicated to site
personnel by toolbox talks and OSH meetings.

4.7.5 Hazard and Near Miss Reporting:


All personnel at site will be encouraged to report near misses occurring at site. This will be
communicated during safety inductions & toolbox talks.

• The OSH Coordinator shall ensure that all hazards and near-misses are reported and recorded.
• All results of Hazard, Near-Miss and Incident Reports & Investigations shall be documented,
which shall be followed-up and close out accordingly.

All accidents are to be immediately reported to the Project Manager /Project Engineer in the
cases described below and will be followed by a written report:

• All fatalities/major injuries


• All injuries requiring first aid treatment
• Incidents (Near miss of dangerous situation)
• All damages, to the client's or Contractor's properties
• All fires occur in project
• All releases or spills of hazardous materials

A written accident report shall describe in detail the circumstance, and include the results of
the accident investigation and analysis. This report describes the accident classification,
cause, time, data, location, etc. Written incident reports shall be submitted to Project Manager

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by the EHS department.


Investigation shall be carried out by the OSH Coordinator I safety officer I site Engineer and all
the details shall be recorded in the "Accident/Incident report" and submitted to Project
Manager for review & record. Safety department shall recommend suitable preventive actions
to be applied to avoid recurrence of similar accidents.

4.8 Consultation and Communication:


Communications & consultation happening throughout the project shall be ensured in
conformance to the project OSH Management System based on the requirements of the
International Standards and the OSH specific requirements of OSHAD SF V 3.0, Consultant
HSE Requirements vide item # 5.6.3 and Concerned SRAs.
During Project Phase Consultant will;
Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines the approach
applied to ensure a systematic and effective approach to HSE meetings applicable to their
scope of operations.
Verify that the contractor is applying the approved HSE meeting approach and schedule in
accordance with the approved procedure and is using the meetings effectively.
Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE meetings. Promptly notify
the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.
Periodically review the approved HSE meeting procedure and meeting activity to verify their
ongoing suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the
project or service requirements and conditions.
Ensures an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to ensure
effective HSE Communication throughout their area of operations and for operations that
involve their staff in activities in other areas.
Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to ensure effective HSE Communication.
Verify that the contractor is applying the approved HSE communication approach in
accordance with the approved procedure.
Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE communication. Promptly
notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required
Periodically review the approved HSE Communication procedure to verify its ongoing
suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or
service requirements and conditions
All HSE-related matters, concerns, learned lessons, incidents, Near Misses, etc. Shall be
communicated to all employees by the Resident Engineers and the Contractors via:
• Letters and Memos;
• Alerts and Bulletin Boards;
• Meetings;
• Verbal Instructions;
• Toolbox Talks;
• Etc.

Thus, Engineers and Contractors should not spare the use of all available two way
communication means to promote and enhance an appropriate and an ongoing HSE culture

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among all parties working on the projects.


4.8.1 HSE Meetings:
The Engineers shall arrange, schedule and chair regular HSE meetings to address and tackle all
HSE-related concerns. These meetings will serve as vital tools for communication and consultation
with all parties on all HSE-related matters and shall be recorded properly.
Moreover, HSE shall be placed prominently on the agendas of all project meetings such as progress
meetings, coordination meetings, etc.
Additionally, the Engineers shall periodically audit the Contractors for conducting regular internal HSE
meetings with their site supervisory teams.
The following are the HSE meetings that shall be scheduled:
As a minimum, the following meetings shall be attended by the relevant Contractor representative:
Pre-start Meeting
This is to be attended by the Client (or their representative), Consultant and
Contractor most senior operations and HSE persons on site.

No Description
.
1. This document
Mandatory Documentation
• HSE Plan
2.
• Emergency Plan
• Method Statement & Risk Assessment
3. EHS Personnel
4. Minimum site PPE requirements.
• Welfare Facilities
• First Aid facilities & personnel
• Toilets
• Drinking water
5. • Shaded Area
• Firefighting arrangements
• Lone Work
• Summer Midday Break
6. Site Security & Access
• NOC’s
7. • Site & office establishment
• Facilities
8. Accident notification
9. Monthly statistics
10 Safe Systems of Work
.
11 AACM EHSMS / OSHAD
.

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Progress Meetings
The Contractor’s senior HSE person on site is to attend this meeting to discuss HSE matters. The
HSE item is to be on top of meeting agenda.
Regular HSE Meeting: A regular weekly or bi-weekly HSE Meeting that is chaired and
recorded by the Engineer. The meeting shall be attended by:

• EMPLOYER / CLIENT (as deemed necessary by EMPLOYER / CLIENT);


• Consultant’s HSE staff and Project Manager(s) (or their deputies) as necessary;
• The Resident Engineer(s) or their deputies;
• The Project Manager(s) (or their deputies) and the Safety Engineer(s)/Officer(s) of the
Contractor(s) and the Subcontractor(s); and
• Any other involved parties as deemed necessary and appropriate.
• The meeting shall tackle, but not be limited to:
• Accident/Incidents reported during the week;
• Hazards and Near Misses reported during the week;
• HSE Statistics Reports;
• HSE Training and Induction;
• HSE Concerns;
• Environmental Matters;
• HSE Violations;
• HSE Inspections, Audits, Walkabouts;
• HSE Alerts and Updates;
• HSE Procedures and Safe Working Instructions;
• HSE Legislation;
• HSE Recommendations and Corrective Actions

Progress and Coordination Meetings: Major HSE concerns and other related issues shall be tackled
as well at the regular progress and coordination meetings where HSE shall be placed prominently in
their agendas to reflect commitment of all parties involved on the project.
4.8.2 Consultation:
• There are a number of different ways to consult with staff, each having different benefits, each
entity should review their consultation needs and decide from this what the best method is.
• The different methods of consulting staff may include:
1. face to face, directly with individuals;
2. indirectly with staff: and
3. With staff representatives.

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RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines the approach
applied to ensure a systematic and effective approach to HSE meetings applicable to their
scope of operations.
• Verify that the contractor is applying the approved HSE meeting approach and schedule in
accordance with the approved procedure and is using the meetings effectively.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE meetings. Promptly notify the
contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.
• Periodically review the approved HSE meeting procedure and meeting activity to verify their
ongoing suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the
project or service requirements and conditions.
• Consultants must have an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
ensure effective HSE Communication throughout their area of operations and for operations
that involve their staff in activities in other areas.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to ensure effective HSE Communication.
• Verify that the contractor is applying the approved HSE communication approach in accordance
with the approved procedure.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE communication. Promptly
notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.
• Periodically review the approved HSE Communication procedure to verify its ongoing suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service
requirements and conditions

4.9 Performance Monitoring, Inspection and auditing:

For Performance Monitoring and Inspection Consultant Team ensures to have an approved procedure
which defines an effective approach for inspection process. Consultant Team will;

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to the
inspection process.

Verify that the contractor is applying the approved inspection process approach in accordance with the
approved procedure.

Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE inspection. Promptly notify the
contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.

Periodically review the approved HSE inspection process to verify its ongoing suitability. Instruct the
contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements and
conditions

Consultants must have an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to ensure
effective HSE Reporting throughout their area of operations and for operations that involve their staff in
activities in other areas.

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
HSE Reporting.

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Verify that the contractor is applying the approved HSE reporting approach in accordance with the
approved procedure.
Verify the timeliness, suitability, accuracy and integrity of HSE reports produced by the contractor.
Promptly notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required
Consultant shall evaluate and measure the EHS performance against the project set objectives.
Objectives will address activities is to performed and monitored, and corrective action to be taken
when necessary. Performance measurement shall include the minimum following.
• Progress against targets
• EHS incentives
• Achievement of milestones
• Numbers and types of training courses
• Numbers and results of audits
• Number of EHS inspections
• Number of behaviors based observation cards obtained
• Number of near miss reports
• First aid cases
Reactive statistical indicators shall be used to plan actions for EHS performance improvement.
Reactive statistical indicators include.
• Accidents/incidents statistics e.g. frequency and severity rates
• Property damage cases
• Vehicle incidents
• Spillages
• Occupational illness
• Sickness absenteeism
Site Safety Officer shall maintain records for EHS performance. EHS performance shall be
discussed and reviewed during weekly EHS meetings. Performance graphs/pictograms shall
be displayed on EHS bulletin boards and notice boards to increase employee awareness at
least on monthly basis.
EHS officer shall prepare the EHS Statistics and submitted to EHS Division on Weekly and
Monthly basis as required. The report must have the details such as
• Total employees worked for the week / month
• Total man hours worked for the week / month
• Total lost time injuries (LTI)
• Total lost work days
• Property damage accidents
• Total near-miss accidents reported
• Total first aid injuries
• Total non-injury accidents
• Total fire incidents
• Vehicle Incidents
• Environmental Incidents
• Frequency and Severity rates
• Total EHS training
• Total EHS inspection conducted
• Total behavioral Safety Audit conducted
• Total number in and Inductions.

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Moreover, any other details in compliance with requirements or requested by the EHS
representative.
The Resident Engineer shall monitor the Contractor’s assigned HSE Managers/Officers’ efforts
in carrying out internal scheduled and unscheduled site HSE Inspections and Audits to
continuously monitor works on site, prioritize and report any identified hazards, violations
and/or deficiencies to the concerned Contractors/parties to rectify them within an appropriate
time frame.
4.9.1 Scheduled HSE Audits

Consultant will ensures it’s approved Project Audit Procedure in place which defines an effective
approach for monitoring and auditing the suitability and effectiveness of their own HSE Management
System.

Consultant will verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to monitoring and auditing the suitability and effectiveness of their HSE Management System.

Consultant will verify that the contractor is applying the approved Monitoring and Auditing approach in
accordance with the approved procedure.
Consultant will verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE monitoring and
auditing. Promptly notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.

Consultant will review periodically the approved HSE Monitoring and Auditing procedure to verify its
ongoing suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or
service requirements and conditions.

Consultant will ensure that all their employees have a working knowledge of HSE procedures for all
hazards relating to their specific work activity and are able to develop and apply safety procedures at the
task level in which all specific hazards are analyzed and definite control measures are set

Consultant will verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to ensuring that employees have a working knowledge of the HSE procedures relating to all
activities applicable to their work area.

Consultant will verify the suitability of all contractor safety procedures and make an approval
recommendation to Consultant.

Consultant will verify that the contractor is applying all safety procedures effectively. Notify the
contractor of any non-conformance and instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any
improvement is needed.

Consultant will review periodically the approved safety procedures to verify their ongoing suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements
and conditions

Please find the below quarterly scheduled audit plan for the year 2023

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4.9.2 Scheduled Site HSE Inspections

• These are daily, weekly or bi-weekly site HSE inspections that shall be carried out by the
assigned HSE Resident Engineers/Inspectors and Construction personnel of the Supervision
Consultant and Contractors to take snapshots of the existing physical conditions on site,
generate an official report in accordance with HSE Management procedure. The Contractors
shall then rectify the deficiencies and close the report and forward it back to the Supervision
Consultant Resident Engineer detailing the course of action taken by them on site.

• The actions taken in the closing report shall be verified physically on site by the Supervision
Consultant Resident HSE Engineer and finally the generated report shall then be substantiated
with all necessary documents and photos and recorded properly.

• A Status Log on the above reports shall be maintained and updated regularly by the
Supervision Consultant Resident Engineers and the Contractors for necessary tracking, follow-
up and appropriate documentation.

• Unscheduled/Surprise/Routine Site HSE Inspections and HSE Non-conformance Reports (HSE


NCR’s)

The Supervision Consultant Resident HSE Engineer shall monitor that ongoing inspections are
being conducted on daily routine basis by The Supervision Consultant’s and Contractors’
construction and HSE personnel to continually ensure safety of works on site, identify and report
deficiencies to HSE and verify proper corrective and preventive actions are taken in a timely
manner.

The course of action following these site inspections shall be based on verbal instructions issued
by the Supervision Consultant to the concerned personnel of the Contractors /
Subcontractors/concerned parties on site.

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However, it might be deemed necessary to address certain HSE deficiencies in writing to the
concerned party. For this purpose, the Supervision Consultant Resident Engineer could raise an
HSE NCR using the HSE Non-conformance Report (HSE NCR) Form to record the observed
non-conformities to HSE. Contractors are then required to close the raised HSE NCR’s by return
and record them properly.

4.9.3 Non Conformance and Corrective Action:


Consultant will adopt their procedure for identification, recording, evaluation, disposition and
immediate reporting of any instances of non-conformities and actions to mitigate their OSH
consequences for the project in hand.
In addition to the immediate disposition, the reason for non-conformities are analyzed for root cause
to determine corrective and preventive actions required to avoid recurrence. In all cases, information
concerning non-conformity is fed back to appropriate personnel.

Corrective Actions:
All audit corrective actions and observation are followed up and closed out through the close out
reports with evidences.

4.9.4 EHS Monitoring Requirement:


Specific objectives are established to measure the Occupational health & safety performance of
project. Appropriate performance indicators are put in place. Verification is done through the internal
audits.
Performance measures are reviewed regularly and during the management review meetings. The
correction and corrective action shall be taken if the results are not achieved.
Consultant will ensure compliance to Environmental Management on site. Any activities which have
a potential to harm the environment in terms of creating pollution or destroying existing resources
shall be taken care off as per the company procedure.
Proactive Measure
Daily Site OSH Inspections, periodical OSH Audits will be carried out as per audit plan as a part of
Pro Active measures.

Reactive Monitoring
Hazard Reporting: Daily Site OSH Observation reports, reporting of hazards by personnel
through Suggestion Boxes placed at Camp and Site Office locations, verbal communication through
various modes will be received, relevant compilation and remedial measures will be conveyed to
respective Department in- charges and ensure corrective & preventive actions.

HSE Reporting
HSE officer issues a weekly and monthly performance reports to their Project Manager and Client.
The report contains information concerning the number and types of job-related injuries and
illnesses, site safety meetings, Trainings, hazardous work conditions or practices noted during
safety inspections, and changes in the site safety program in conformity with Consultant minimum
reporting requirement.

Reference: OSHAD SF Element 07 Monitoring, Investigation and Reporting.

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Opportunity for improvements:


Consultant will identify the areas of improvement to ensure continuous improvement in the project
by performing the following activities
1. Analyzing the available data to improve the effectiveness of the process
2. Reviewing the process to identify areas of improvement
3. Internal audit to identify the opportunity for improvement
4. Training and skill matrix to improve the efficiency of staffs
5. Identification of uncertainties to make any opportunity for improvement
6. Perform SWOT analysis for the project to identify the strength, weakness, opportunity and threat.
7. Research to identify supporting technology in the market.

Lesson learned:
Any of the project’s team member is eligible to report any mistakes, conflicts and achievement
which may be considered as a lesson learned to the project manager for his evaluation and further
action.

PM to evaluate the above mentioned observation/notes case by case, then to classify those
observations as follow:
Major mistakes and conflicts which have a negative impact on the projects progress and are related
to design conflicts.
Major mistakes and conflicts which have a negative impact on the projects progress and are related
to authorities regulation issues.
Conflicts/mistakes related to inaccurate cost estimates (general or itemized).
Exceptional achievement which were not expected or planned but occurred as a result of applying
new practices.
Note:
Other Minor mistakes, conflicts and/or achievements shall not be considered as a lesson learned.
Each of the Lessons Learned which have been noted during the project stages has to be reported in
a Lesson Learned Report.
PM has to communicate the lesson learned to the project team and all other teams once the
lessons learned have been captured; to minimize the probability of its repetition in similar projects
which might be running currently or similar projects which might be awarded in future.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT


• Consultants must have an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach
for inspection process.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to the inspection process.
• Verify that the contractor is applying the approved inspection process approach in
accordance with the approved procedure.

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• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to HSE inspection. Promptly
notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.
• Periodically review the approved HSE inspection process to verify its ongoing suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service
requirements and conditions.
• Consultants must have an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach
to ensure effective HSE Reporting throughout their area of operations and for operations
that involve their staff in activities in other areas.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to HSE Reporting.
• Verify that the contractor is applying the approved HSE reporting approach in accordance
with the approved procedure.
• Verify the timeliness, suitability, accuracy and integrity of HSE reports produced by the
contractor. Promptly notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is
required.
• Periodically review the approved HSE Reporting procedure to verify its ongoing suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service
requirements and conditions.
• Monthly initiate and seek Consultant PM Approval of the Consultant Monthly HSE Report.

4.10 EHS Construction Management Plan review and update:

Review exercise will be carried out to ensure the continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness
of the EHS construction management plan prepared by the contractor. A management review
meeting shall be conducted periodically to ensure that the plan's content are correct and that is
being appropriately implemented
This should be include but not limited to
1. Demonstrate how the proponent intends to keep the EHS -CMP as a "live" document,
capable of modification during the project's life cycle and as circumstances dictate;
2. Indicate who will regularly review, update, and develop the EHS -CMP as construction
progresses;
3. Outline procedures for the periodic review of the EHS-CMP to ensure that its contents are
correct and that it is being appropriately implemented.

Consultant leadership conducts the management review meeting, the EHS Coordinator is
responsible for planning and organizing management reviews. Notices of meetings and their
agendas are circulated to all expected participants, well in advance. Results arising from the
management reviews are recorded. It is the EHS Coordinator responsibility to follow up reviews
periodically to monitor the progress of action planned during review.

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A management review meeting shall be convened and attended by Managers to review any
deviation from EHS Policy, EHS Objectives and Targets. The frequency of these meetings shall be
whenever required though out the phase of the project. These meetings shall develop and
implement appropriate changes to EHS Plan or measures to maintain achievement of EHS
Objectives and Targets. The concerns raised in the recent EHS Audit and actions to closeout will
also be discussed in the Meeting. These meetings shall be recorded and documented.

4.11 EHS File:

Consultant will ensure the document control during the project as per the client requirements
Section 1.0. Document controller has the responsibility to keep the record of all the communication
regarding OSH and other project required documentation. All the documents shall be approved
from the relevant authority before use and only updated versions should be made available at point
of use.

Only Authorized persons shall be given approach to company information and document, outside
document will be transmitted with transmittal note on approval of Project Manager.

Record keeping will be done as per client requirement and any update made to the documents
should be highlighted in the amendment section of the relevant documents.

A final dossier of project completion file shall be submitted to the client to acquire project completion/
Clearance certificate.

5.3 Site Security Plan:

The Security risk for the Project shall be considered and adhered to in Contractor HSE Plan, the
Contractor HSE Plan shall provide the measures to minimize any stated risks and such measures
shall be implemented in the project. Measures may include but not limited to the following:
• Only authorized vehicles will be allowed to enter the site.
• No alcohol, drugs and any type weapons allowed to Project site.
• Security Personnel shall be appointed and will be responsible for access control to the
Project Site as well as to specific areas within the Site.
• Security gate pass from the Employer will be obtained for all persons entering the project
site.
• Unauthorized entry to site will be prohibited.
• Perimeter fencing will be installed at the boundaries of the site and maintained throughout
the Project duration where applicable.
• Site access points will have gate barriers.
• Site access points will be controlled by security guards, both during day and night
• NO TRESPASSING signs will be posted at the site access points. Emergency contact
telephone numbers will be displayed in the security cabin.

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• The security guards at site access points will maintain visitor's logbook. Visitors will be
provided with visitor passes and safety helmets before being directed to the site offices case
permitted to enter site.
• Visitors will be given safety induction/visitor awareness training before they enter the
construction area.
• Only authorized delivery vehicles will be allowed to enter the site. All vehicle drivers will be
provided with safety helmets and will be directed to the material storage areas. Security
guards will inform the drivers regarding basic site safety rules. All vehicles will be logged
using the material delivery logbook.
• The site will be well illuminated during hours of darkness with special attention to the
following areas:
a) Site Access Points
b) Material Storage Areas
c) Site Office Caravans
d) Access ways and site fencing

5.4 Project Permit to work procedures:


The project is of great sensitivity when it comes to permitting process, several permits will be required
internally and externally in order to carry out the project activities to the best of project personnel and
the public. AD Police and Department of Transport requirements for the NOC’s & permits shall be
carefully identified and adhered to throughout the execution of the project.

Consultant team will;

• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure as per applicable COPs in place which
defines an effective approach to ensure the control of hazardous activities through a ‘Permit to
Work’ system

• Ensure awareness of the requirements of any other applicable Permit to Work systems that
may be applicable to client sites

• Verify that the contractor is applying the permit system in accordance with the approved
procedure. The verification process will place special focus on the assignment and activities of
the ‘competent person’ assigned to manage the permit system.

• Verifying that the contractor is complying with any third party permit to work systems applicable
to the scope of work.

• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to Permits to Work. Promptly notify
the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required

• Periodically review the approved Permit to Work procedure to verify its ongoing suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service
requirements and conditions.

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The Site Engineer shall ensure that any requirement for permit to work systems is identified from the
hazard and risk assessment or tender/contract documents and is developed and put in place prior to
starting the works.
The HSE officer shall advise and assist in the development & implement of any permit to work
systems to ensure that they are suitable for use and comply with any statutory requirements or HSE
guidance as may be required where the risks are high and the use of a method statement and risk
assessment must be implemented.
The Supervisors are responsible for issuance & monitoring the compliance of permit to work system
and ensuring that control measures are implemented and the permit used as per procedural
requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT


Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure as per applicable COP in place which defines
an effective approach to ensure the control of hazardous activities through a ‘Permit to Work’ system
Ensure awareness of the requirements of any other applicable Permit to Work systems that may be
applicable to client sites.
Verify that the contractor is applying the permit system in accordance with the approved procedure.
The verification process will place special focus on the assignment and activities of the ‘competent
person’ assigned to manage the permit system.
Verifying that the contractor is complying with any third party permit to work systems applicable to the
scope of work.
Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to Permits to Work. Promptly notify the
contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.
Periodically review the approved Permit to Work procedure to verify its ongoing suitability. Instruct the
contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements and
conditions

5.5 Traffic Management and Driving Safety:

Contractor shall prepare and submit a comprehensive traffic management plan specific to the project
and covering all aspects of traffic management as per the requirements of relevant authorities and
regulations.

Closure of roads, diverting of traffic and any other activity which may affect vehicle or pedestrian routes
shall only be carried out after obtaining the required NOCs / permits and with full compliance to the
project traffic management plan.
Traffic safety signs shall be planned as per the requirements of DoT.

All Contractors shall advise the responsible Supervision Consultant and Consultant in advance
in case they need to occupy partially or totally any part of the Site Hauling Roads at any given time.
Then the responsible contractor shall manage and divert traffic safely ensuring all the necessary
traffic safety precautions/controls are in place to protect the roads users and third parties
working on site at all times.
Appropriate speed breakers shall be installed around the project hauling roads to help calm down
the traffic and maintain the speed limit on site at all times where applicable.

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Project Overall Site Logistics

The project Logistics plan shall be prepared and submitted to Consultant for review and approval
before the commencement of works.
Regular logistics and coordination meeting shall be initiated by Consultant to discuss and coordinate
all the project site-related logistical issues such as accessibility, space, materials storage, traffic,
general site setup and layout, security, fencing/hoarding, site facilities, mobilization, de-
mobilization, right of ways, HSE-Logistics interrelated issues, waste and housekeeping, timely
supply, human resources, risks, etc. All Consultants, Contractors, and third parties involved in
the Project shall be invited to this meeting and shall be asked to take a proactive role in it.

5.6 Material Storage Plan:

Material management in the project shall be studied / planned properly and designated storing areas
shall be designated and all incoming materials to site to be stored at the pre assigned designated area
only. The following points may be considered by the Contractor:
a) The storage area is assigned as per the manufacturer’s recommendations of storing the specific
material.
b) Delivery & storage of materials will be as per the Project phase and requirement.
c) Storing of the materials should not obstruct the access to other scheduled activities at any time.
d) A concrete hard surface is provided to store a palletized material.
e) Appropriate space to be made available to ensure safe movement of employees around the
stacked material without any risk of being trapped between staked materials.
f) Care should be taken for safe loading and unloading.
g) Storage areas are maintained in good order at all times.

5.7 Identification & Management of Asbestos & Other Hazardous Materials Substance

Asbestos refers to a family of fibrous minerals found all over world. When the fibers break off and
become airborne, they can create a health risk if inhaled. Asbestos exposure is associated with certain
types of lung cancer, and longtime occupational exposure can also cause the lung disease asbestosis.

Identification of asbestos containing materials (ACM) as Hazardous Substance

Asbestos containing materials are identified as hazardous. Hence it should be handled, store and
disposed properly.

Labelling

Asbestos containing material (ACM) waste must have a “hazardous caution” waste label affixed to the
outside. That label must be conspicuous and contain legible lettering.

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Hazardous Waste Handling and Storage

Workers who will handle the ACM must be trained and competent and must wear the appropriate RPE &
PPE and ensure that ACM will not affect other parties. This should be store in a facility where isolation is
required.

Disposal

Hazardous waste generated from the project neither from its handling until has to take account the hiring
process of an approved Environment Service, Provider (ESP) and ensuring that proper accountability,
correct and complete waste transportation Form (Manifest) will be collected by HSE Officer/Appointed
Person.

5.8 Safety Signage Rules

The Contractor shall erect a sign board at the entrance to the site. Signboards shall include
details of the Client, Project Manager and relevant Consultants.
The Contractor is encouraged to display key health and safety data on the signboard such as
hours worked without lost time injury.
The Contractor shall display relevant signage to communicate mandatory requirements,
communicate prohibitions, warn of dangers and inform of workers of emergency equipment and
escape routes.
The Contractor shall prepare and erect hazard warning signs throughout the worksite.
Signs shall display both words and pictures where possible. The Contractor shall prepare and
display signage that is in line with the standard shown in the following table.
Signage will ideally be in line with OSHAD requirements for signages. Signage shall be
maintained so that it is clearly visible. Signage shall be reflective where intended to provide
guidance during night operations.
Warning signs shall clearly state the nature of the hazard and instruct people of the correct action
to take. All signs will be sturdy enough to last in a harsh environment and shall be in English as a
minimum. Signage in the predominant languages of the workers on the worksite should also be
produced where possible.

Site Temporary Structures

Temporary structures such as offices, stores, workshops, laboratories and guard houses shall
be of safe construction. In situ constructed or prefabricated structures shall be structurally sound
and constructed from non-hazardous, non-flammable materials.
Electrical supply and distribution for temporary structures shall be in accordance with BS 7671
and shall be tested and commissioned by a competent person.

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A documented fire safety plan shall be required for all projects. Fire prevention and protection
requirements for temporary structures shall be included within this plan. The Contractor shall
ensure that suitable and sufficient firefighting equipment is provided and maintained for
temporary structures.
All doors must be self-closing and should be hung to open in the direction of escape. All doors
used as a means of escape should always be kept unlocked when the premises is occupied.
Pedestrian access / egress for both normal use and means of escape shall be planned and
installed for all temporary structures.
Temporary structures shall have adequate ventilation and natural/artificial light.
Temporary offices must be adequately screened against insect / pests. Routine pest control
measures shall be implemented by the Project Team.

Site Stores

Site stores shall be defined. The Contractor shall not store materials on site access routes /
roads or outside of the site boundary (except for agreed lay down areas).
The Contractor shall provide suitable security to ensure that materials and substances are secure
from theft or misuse.
Site stores shall be segregated to ensure that flammable liquids and gases and substances
hazardous to health are controlled. The Contractor shall provide an air conditioned store for
flammable liquids / chemicals where local temperatures pose a risk of ignition, and a separate
external store for flammable gases.
Fuel storage tanks shall be placed in a shaded bund. Fuel stores shall have a suitable foam
extinguisher immediately adjacent. A drip tray will be provided for refueling operations.
The Contractor shall retain MSDS (material safety data sheets) for all substances held in site
stores and storage shall be in accordance with MSDS requirements.

Transport & Traffic Control

The Contractor shall develop a traffic management plan before the commencement of work. The
plan shall include drawings to clearly show:
• Site boundary / Site security stations;
• Site vehicle access / egress routes (cars, delivery vehicles);
• Site vehicle access / egress routes (emergency services);
• Labour bus loading / offloading areas;
• Proposed location of temporary structures, welfare facilities, workshops and
laboratories;
• Site parking / Site pedestrian routes;

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• Proposed lay down areas / stores;


• Proposed road closures and diversions.
The Contractor shall provide parking facilities for all parties resident on site and shall provide for
visitor parking. Parking areas shall be located so that persons can enter site offices without the
need for PPE. Should this not be practical, warning signs must be erected and visitors advised at
the security gate.
Personal vehicles shall not enter the construction site at any time. Only official work vehicles
and mobile plant shall be permitted into the construction site. Personal vehicles shall remain in the
designated parking areas only.
Site materials and equipment shall not be stored in designated parking areas.
The Contractor shall ensure parking or loading / off-loading areas are designated for site labor
buses. Loading / off-loading areas shall be exclusions zones to separate workers from the
hazard of moving vehicles.

5.9 Emergency Management Plan

Consultant will ensures to implement a systematic approach to Emergency Response applicable to


their own staff and area of operations. For that Consultant will;

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
the development and deployment of Emergency Response plans specific to the project or service.

Review the contractor(s) proposed Emergency Response plan. Approve the proposed plan or instruct
the contractor on changes required.

Verify that the contractor(s) emergency testing activities are executed in accordance with the approved
plans.

Review the contractor(s) response to any actual situation which triggers emergency actions.
Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.

Annually review the approved emergency response plan to verify its ongoing suitability. Instruct the
contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements and
conditions

Emergency Management Requirements from Contractors

Contractors shall ensure that planned emergency arrangements are proportional to the likely
emergency.
Contractors shall ensure that emergency equipment set out in the emergency arrangements
is available and on site. Emergency equipment shall be periodically inspected to ensure it is in
working order / good condition.
Emergency drills shall be carried out on a 6 monthly basis as a minimum.

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In order to ensure an appropriate response to an emergency the following arrangements shall be


provided at site.

a) Adequate number of suitably trained site personnel to form an emergency response team
b) Adequate emergency response facilities in each work area.
c) Competent and trained personnel for firefighting and first aid.
d) A designated assembly point shall be identified where all personnel will assemble in case of an
emergency. Suitable signboards will be posted to highlight this area.

5.6.1 Identification of Potential Emergency Situations

Contractors shall ensure that likely emergency scenarios are identified for all workplaces and
emergency arrangements documented and effectively communicated to all affected parties.
Contractor shall consider numerous possible emergency situations, for example and not limited to
the following;
• Fire and explosion;
• Major industrial incidents leading to fatalities, major injuries or ill health;
• Natural disasters (earthquakes, cyclones / hurricanes / tropical storms, tsunami);
• Outbreak of disease / infection;
• Civil disturbance, terrorism and war;
• Catastrophic failure of plant and / or equipment;
• Environmental incidents / Release of hazardous materials and substances;

Contractors shall develop and document emergency arrangements to cover each project site
under the management Consultant.
Documented arrangements shall take account of legal and / or contractual requirements relevant
to the location, project or facility.

5.6.2 Establishing and Implementing Emergency Response Procedures

A fire safety plan & general emergency plan shall be generated for each workplace. These may
be stand alone or combined documents or may be part of an overall project HSE plan.
Emergency scenarios will vary in both likelihood and severity. For example, the risk of fire and or
major injury is always significant due to the nature of construction operations; however, the risk
from natural disasters, such as earthquakes, is dependent on geographical location and a
regions history of occurrence.

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5.6.3 Emergency Response Team

A responsible person(s) shall be nominated within fire safety & emergency plans, the
‘Emergency Coordinator’. The Emergency Coordinators shall have a backup to ensure
cover during periods of absence. The site shall ideally comprise the following personnel.
a) Emergency Controller- Project Manager
b) Emergency Coordinator- Project Engineer 1 Safety Officer
c) Firefighting Team- Trained Site Personnel
d) First Aid team- Trained Site Personnel

Names and contact numbers of the emergency team members will be displayed at strategic
locations of the site.

5.6.4 Emergency Response Equipment

The provision and availability of emergency response equipment shall be in line with the
emergency scenarios identified. Resources shall be focused on likely emergency scenarios.
Emergency response equipment may be provided by the Client or a facility management
company. This shall be noted and documented in the fire safety & emergency plan.
Emergency equipment shall be aimed at ‘first response’. The objective of the Contractor shall be
to remove employees and affected persons from a place of danger to a place of safety.
Emergency services shall be called to deal with significant events and casualties.
Relevant contact details for the local emergency services shall be documented within each fire
safety & emergency plan.
Emergency response equipment, including detection equipment (smoke alarms, etc.) and
environmental incident response equipment (spill kits, etc.) shall be maintained in good working
order. Fire safety & emergency plans shall identify responsibility for the maintenance of
emergency response equipment.
RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment) and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) maintained
for emergency response shall be easily accessible but secure to prevent its use in day to day
activities.

5.6.5 Emergency Response Training

The ‘Emergency Coordinators’ shall be provided sufficient training and / or instruction to enable
them to perform the function in a competent manner. Such training and / or instruction may be
provided internally or through third party training. All such training must be in languages understood
by attendees.

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First Aiders shall attend an internationally recognized training course and relevant refresher.
Fire Marshalls shall be provided sufficient training and / or instruction to enable them to
perform the function in a competent manner. Such training and / or instruction may be provided
internally through third party training.
General staff and site operatives shall receive instruction on documented emergency
arrangements. This may be via a briefing or formal induction. Such instruction shall include details
on initiating emergency / fire alarms and emergency communication.
Persons training to use emergency rescue equipment, including relevant RPE / PPE shall receive
valid third party training in its use and maintenance where relevant.

5.6.6 Periodic Testing of Emergency Procedures

Emergency evacuation drills for project sites shall be held every 6 months as a minimum.
Where possible, the Contractor shall invite local emergency services to participate in
emergency drills to improve general communication and cooperation.
Environmental incident preparation will include periodic training and practice in incident counter
measures such as spill control. Specific project requirements shall be set out in the fire safety and
emergency plan.
Records of emergency drills shall be documented and maintained.

5.6.7 Reviewing and Revising Emergency Procedures

Documented emergency arrangements for project sites shall be updated on a 6 monthly basis
(minimum), unless there are significant changes e.g. the delivery of large quantities of hazardous
substances or major access alterations affecting emergency routes and assembly points.
Documented emergency arrangements shall be updated following a drill or actual
emergency event should the arrangements have proven inefficient or impracticable.
The Emergency Coordinator shall be responsible, in conjunction with the relevant
Contractors HSE team, for updating, republishing and communicating documented arrangements
via email, alerts, bulletins, staff briefings, tool box talks etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT
• Consultants must define a systematic approach to Emergency Response applicable to their
own staff and area of operations.

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• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to the development and deployment of Emergency Response plans specific to
the project or service.
• Review the contractor proposed Emergency Response plan. Approve the proposed plan or
instruct the contractor on changes required.
• Verify that the contractor emergency testing activities are executed in accordance with the
approved plans.
• Review the contractor response to any actual situation which triggers emergency actions.
• Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any
non-conformance or improvement need.
• Annually review the approved emergency response plan to verify its ongoing suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service
requirements and conditions
Fire Extinguishers

a) Sufficient number of Dry Chemical Powder and Carbon Dioxide type fire extinguishers will
be placed at strategic locations in the construction building and site premises for emergency
use. Plan showing fire points will be displayed at strategic locations of the site.
b) They will be kept protected in a box. The box will be painted using red color for easy
identification. it will be insured that the fire extinguisher is not exposed to direct sunlight
appropriate signs will be posted near the fire extinguishers.
c) The service details will be marked on the fire extinguishers. All fire extinguishers will be
checked on monthly basis.
d) All site personnel will be trained in operating a fire extinguisher.

5.10 Manual Handling Operations

Manual handling at construction site can lead to face following hazards, where ever possible
manual handling is to be avoided during lifting operations and load should be clearly maker
with exact weight to decide the suitable lifting operation to be used:
1. Cumulative disorders due to gradual and cumulative deterioration of the musculoskeletal system
through continuous lifting/ handling activities e.g. low back pain.
2. Acute trauma such as cuts or fractures due to accidents.

Following Four aspects of manual handling (especially related to back injuries) to be


considered.
Manual handling shall be reduced to a maximum of 25kg per person (50kg for double
manual lifts). Contractors shall ensure that manual lifts are of short distance and duration.

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5.11 Working at Height


Working at heights procedures for this project will comply with OSHAD SF - CoP-23 Working at
Heights means working in any place where, if precautions are not taken, people could fall and
injure themselves. This includes places above, at or below ground level.
The following activities may have high risk of men and material falls:

a) Scaffolding (Erection, Dismantling and Working on)


b) Working on platform
c) Use of window cleaning cradle
d) Steel structural work
e) Block work
f) Shuttering and de shuttering
g) Erection and dismantling of plant equipment like Tower crane and Hoist

A risk assessment shall be carried out to identify working at height hazards.


Control measures to mitigate the risk of falling persons / objects shall be implemented on
site. Control measures shall be suitable and sufficient and shall be inspected by a competent
person prior to use or following alteration.
Personnel erecting edge protection / fall protection equipment must be protected from the risk of
falls themselves.
Personal safety equipment (e.g. harness / lanyard) used to mitigate the risk of a fall shall be
manufactured to internationally recognized standards. Persons using personal safety equipment
shall be trained in its safe use and maintenance.
Appropriate signage shall be erected on site to warn all personnel of working at height hazards /
falling object hazards. Signage shall be clearly visible, and where possible, in multiple languages
relevant to the workforce / visitors.
Rescue Plans to for personnel falling from height to be in place.

5.8.1 Prevention of Men and Materials Fall While Working At Heights.

All work will be reviewed by the site construction team prior to its execution on a daily basis to
identify hazards, reduce or eliminate risks involved as far as is reasonably practical.
The fall prevention, control measures identified for each activity will be conveyed to the workers or
subcontractors by conducting safety toolbox talks.
Method statements and risk assessments will be completed prior to work at height.
All safety arrangements required will be provided. (Life line, Scaffolding, Handrail, Area cordoning,
Signage)

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Close supervision will be provided for work at height. Medically unfit persons will not be engaged to
work at height.
All equipment used will be certified and maintained in good working condition. All operators will be
certified.
Scaffolding if necessary will be erected by certified scaffolding and will be checked/ tagged prior to
use.
Superior will ensure all necessary permits and clearances are obtained.
All necessary P.P.E will be provided and Supervisor/ Site Safety Officer will ensure its usage.
Where a lanyard and harness is used workers shall be trained to anchor the lanyard at a high level
ABOVE head height where physically possible. Contractors shall consider ground clearance when
the use of a lanyard and harness is the selected control measure. Sufficient clearance should be
present to ensure that workers do not contact the ground or other obstructions before a fall is
arrested.
All edges of working platforms and work areas that objects may fall from will be provided with
securely fixed continuous toe boards that are at least 150mm high. This requirement applies to
temporary working platforms, working platforms that form part of machinery or equipment and floor
areas of structures under construction where work activity is on-going.
Where work is on-going on the exterior faces of structures the working platforms that are used to
gain access will be fitted with lightweight mesh or netting to prevent objects falling from them.
Contractors will ensure that any working platform to which mesh or netting is fitted is capable of
withstanding any additional loads that may be imposed by the wind.
Contractors will provide solid heavy duty barriers where mobile plant, equipment or vehicles are
required to operate on raised structures or adjacent to excavations.
Materials and equipment will not be stored or located on edges of working areas or platforms.
Where objects are being transferred between different levels by manual means they will be carried
by hand or raised or lowered with ropes and containers. The throwing of objects is prohibited.
Any load that is to be lifted by a mechanical appliance will be checked prior to lifting to ensure that
there are no loose objects on it that may fall during the lifting process.
All persons working at height in areas where working platforms with toe boards are not provided
will carry all tools and equipment on tool belts or in backpacks.

Training
a) The fall protection plan will be part of the initial induction training of all employees.
b) Supervisors of persons using fall arrest systems will be trained in the correct installation, use
and maintenance of fall arrest systems.
c) All persons required to use fall arrest systems will receive formal training in safe working at
height prior to using such systems. The supervisor will brief all persons using fall arrest
systems prior to them undertaking the work activity. The briefing will be based on the risk
assessment and a written record will be made and available on request.

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5.12 Fixed and Temporary Electrical Installations


Electricity is a major cause of fatalities in the construction industry worldwide.
Electricity is a significant factor in fire safety.
Temporary & permanent electrical installations shall be carried out under the control of a
competent electrical coordinator
Only competent electricians / electrical engineers shall install, test and commission electrical
systems.
All electrically operated equipment and distribution equipment shall be subject to a schedule of
inspections by a competent electrician.
Electrical switching (lock out / tag out) shall be subject to control by permit to work.
Arcing, overheating and, in some cases, electrical leakage currents can cause fire or explosion by
igniting flammable materials. This can cause death, injury and considerable financial loss.
An ESSW (electrical safe system of work) shall be documented to detail switching control, testing and
commissioning procedures.
Contractors shall appoint a competent electrical coordinator/duty holder to oversee the design,
installation, testing and maintenance of temporary electrical systems on site.
In conjunction with competent electricians, the electrical coordinator/duty holder shall conduct weekly
inspections of all distribution boards (main and sub).
All electrical equipment used on the worksite will be manufactured in accordance with internationally
recognized standards and installed in accordance with BS 7671 or equivalent international
standard
Cables, sockets, connectors and splitters and sockets will be of an industrial type.
Domestic type cabling, connectors and sockets are prohibited in construction areas. Jointing of all
electrical cables and wires shall be by means of proprietary terminations or connectors / splitters.
Jointing of all electrical cables and wires shall be by means of proprietary terminations or connectors /
splitters.

5.9.1 Temporary Power Supply


Mains power supplies for the worksite will be provided from generators or via worksite specific
transformers connected to the permanent power supply.
The Contractor shall ensure that relevant 3rd party permits from the local electricity company are
secured prior to any work taking place regarding connection or relocation of existing LV/HV supply.
If power is to be generated on site, then generators shall be earthed and covered, preferably
packaged, to reduce noise.

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All generators and fuel stores shall be located in a bund. Foam fire extinguishers shall be installed by the
contractor.
The Contractor, in conjunction with the selected electrical contractor for temporary distribution
shall prepare an Electrical Safety Plan including a schematic drawing detailing the layout of the
temporary distribution system, location of distribution boards and protective devices. This shall be
issued to the Consultant team for review and approval.

All transformers and main electrical distribution boards shall be located in a secure area to prevent any
unauthorized entry. All transformers and main electrical distribution boards shall be earthed.
Sub-Main / Temporary Distribution Boards shall be:
• Lockable
• IP rated where water ingress is likely
• Elevated
• Fire resistant
• identified with a serial number
• Checked daily by a competent electrician
• Distribution boards (Main / Sub-Main / Splitter boards) shall be fitted with fault
protection devices.
• 100mA ELCB shall be the minimum. 30mA RCD is the preferred option.

Main distribution cables, external cables or cables crossing vehicle access routes shall be armored.
General distribution cables and leads shall be lifted off the ground for protection by means of hangers
and cable stands and cable ties. Cables should not hang from steel scaffold / false work. All extraneous
metalwork and exposed conductive parts shall be bonded and earthed.

Operation & Maintenance

All electrical equipment, tools, cables and electrical accessories shall be tested prior to first use, after
any substantial alteration or repair.
A monthly inspection of all hand held electrical tools, hand held electrical lighting, extension leads and
distribution boards shall be carried out on a monthly basis for hand held equipment.
A quarterly inspection electrically operated lifts, hoists and fixed lighting shall be carried out on a monthly
basis for hand held equipment, extension leads and distribution boards.
Contractor’s maintenance programs shall be under the supervision of the electrical coordinator.
Testing will be done by a competent electrician who will visually inspect all equipment, check the earth
continuity, the resistance of the earth and the insulation of the system.

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A documented record of such inspections shall be made by the competent electrician, a copy of which
will be held on site and made available to on request.
The electrical contractor responsible for temporary distribution shall attach labels or introduce a
colour code system to identify equipment that has been tested.
Users shall inspect portable power tools on a daily basis for signs of excessive wear or damage, in
particular they will check that:
• No bare wires are visible;
• Power tools are double insulated and the casing is not damaged in any way;
• The cable sheath and is not damaged and is free of cuts and abrasions;
• The connector and cable gland are in good condition and not cracked or broken;
• There are no spliced and taped joints in the cable;
• That switches and safety devices are operating correctly.

The electrical contractor responsible for temporary distribution will establish a system for the
reporting of damage, excessive wear and tear electrical deficiencies; Repairs shall only be carried
out by a competent electrician.

Signs and Notices


The electrical contractor responsible for temporary distribution will place safety signage on all power
distribution systems and equipment to highlight electrical hazards.

5.13 Personal Protective Equipment


Consultants shall ensure that all personnel working on the project site and other third parties such
as subcontractors, suppliers, visitors, etc. are provided with and use sufficient and suitable PPE
by all concerned Contractors/parties such as: The issue of P.P.E to each employee will be recorded
and records will be maintained in the site store. Refer to OSHAD SF- CoP-2 Personal Protective
Equipment.
Consultant will define, approve and deploy a procedure as per applicable COP to ensure the correct
use of PPE by own staff and ensures compliance to approved requirements. Consultant will;
Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
ensure the correct use of PPE
Verify that the contractor is managing the use of PPE in accordance with approved requirements.
Notify the contractor of any non-conformance and instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if
any improvement is needed.
Periodically review the approved PPE procedure to verify its ongoing suitability. Instruct the
contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements and
conditions

The selection and use of PPE for a certain task shall be identified in the suitable and sufficient task-
specific risk assessment.
However, the minimum PPE required in operational zones would be:

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✓ Hard hat
✓ High visibility vest/jacket
✓ Safety footwear.
All plant/vehicle operators must comply with the minimum requirement if entering construction areas
and are exiting their vehicles.
It is the responsibility of the employer to provide, and the duty of the employee to use, the
PPE identified in the risk assessment.
Any tampering with / unauthorized modification of PPE will render them unsafe and hence
unusable.
PPE zones shall be identified clearly by means of warning signs and demarcation. The area users
shall be notified of such areas and the risks involved through toolbox talks, information bulletins,
briefings etc.

It is recommended that all PPE shall be tested and approved to International Standards).
Supervision Consultants shall ensure as a minimum that hard hats, safety shoes/boots and
reflective/high-visibility jackets are worn, used and maintained properly by all employees/staff working
on the project site.
Training in use of P.P.E.
Most items of P.P.E. will perform better, last longer and be more hygienic if the user is trained
properly. All employees will be trained in the correct usage of P.P.E.

Storage and Maintenance of P.P.E.


Site storekeepers will be trained in correct storage arrangements and maintenance of P.P.E

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT


• Define, approve and deploy a procedure as per applicable COP to ensure the correct use of
PPE by own Staff. Ensure compliance to approved requirements.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to ensure the correct use of PPE.
• Verify that the contractor is managing the use of PPE in accordance with approved
requirements. Notify the contractor of any non-conformance and instruct the contractor(s) to
take corrective action if any improvement is needed.
• Periodically review the approved PPE procedure to verify its ongoing suitability. Instruct the
contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements
and conditions.

5.14 Plant and Equipment


All equipment brought onto site, including subcontractor’s equipment, will be free from defects, with
necessary guard in place and will be safe for its intended use. Only equipment and plant that are safe
and in good working order may enter, and operate on the site. Unsafe or faulty equipment must be
removed from site and replaced at no extra cost to the Client.

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Wherever possible, internal combustion engines of powered equipment should be positioned in the
open air, away from working areas and other buildings.

Statutory requirements for work equipment, accessories and operational staff shall be observed at all
times.
Consultant team will;

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
the selection, identification, maintenance, inspection and operation of all plant and equipment required
to execute works on behalf of Consultant.

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place based on relevant COP which defines
the programs and controls applied to ensure the competence of individuals assigned to maintain,
inspect and / or operate work equipment and plant

Verify that the contractor(s) activities related to the selection, identification, maintenance, inspection
and operation of plant and equipment are actually conducted in accordance with the approved
procedure.

Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to work equipment and plant, included those
related to staff having maintenance, inspection and / or operational responsibilities.

Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need.
The contractor may establish a workshop/maintenance area upon acceptance of an application to that
effect by the Client/PMT. Maintenance of any equipment is prohibited outside the approved purpose-
built maintenance area. Emergency maintenance maybe carried out on site providing that measures
are in place to protect the health, safety and environment If truck-mounted concrete pumps are used
to pour concrete then strict measures must be put in place to ensure that all personnel involved in the
operations are aware of the risk associated with the sudden and violent movement of the hose. An
exclusion area having a diameter twice the length of the suspended hose must be setup when the
pump is started and until concrete begins to flow freely.

All vehicles on site MUST have proper insurance and be operated by operators/drivers licensed for
that particular vehicle.

It is recommended that all mobile plant, machinery and loaders are fitted with a yellow
flashing/revolving beacon which must be operational at all times whilst on site.

All machines such s rollers, compactors, front-end loaders, excavators, bulldozers and similar
equipment shall be equipped with a horn, distinguishable from the surrounding noise level to be
switched on automatically when the equipment is drived in reverse.
General Precautions
• Before any mechanical equipment is used in Consultant managed Construction Area, all
required work permits must be obtained.
• All machinery should be inspected before being placed in service and at regular intervals
thereafter.

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• Maintenance schedules should be established for each piece of equipment and strictly
followed.
• No repair, adjustment, or replacement of parts on moving machinery is permitted.
• Before making any repairs, all equipment must be stopped and deactivated so that it cannot be
unintentionally started.
• At the start of each shift, the operator must check oil, water, fuel, and hydraulic levels, that all
gauges are operating and that the machine is functioning smoothly. Safety equipment (e.g.,
guards, limit switches, governors) must be checked daily.
• Equipment travelling or working on the highway must have lights and reflectors.
• Park equipment clear of the roadway. If this is not possible, use flashing lights, cones, or other
warning devices to alert approaching traffic.
• When vehicles are left unattended, engines must be stopped, parking brakes applied and the
wheels chocked. Blades, scraper bowls, and other hydraulic equipment must be lowered to the
ground before the operator leaves the machine. The ignition key should be removed and/or
battery cables disconnected to avoid start-up by unauthorized personnel.
• Unless otherwise instructed, operators must dismount from machines while maintenance or
repair work is being carried out.
• Cabs fitted to equipment must give 360 degree visibility. Cabs must be kept clean and clear of
such items as rubbish and loose tools. Windows must be kept clean at all times and should be
replaced if the glass becomes pitted, cracked or broken.
• Where the operator of a mobile machine cannot see the area all around his machine, an
attendant must be in a position to direct and assist the operator.
• All equipment must be located so that exhaust fumes will not affect workers in the area.
Gasoline-driven equipment shall not be used inside a building or other confined space.
Below are the recommended types of documents/certificates/licences for mobile plant and
operators.

Plant Machinery Required Doc. Operator Required Doc. Remarks /


● Traffic Registration ● Driving License-heavy Machinery
Mobile Crane ● Crane 3rd Party Cert. ● Third Party Competence
● Lifting Eq. 3rd party Cert. Certificate.
Insurance maybe
● Crane 3rd Party Cert. ● In-House or 3rd. Party under site machinery
Crawler Crane
● Lifting Eq. 3rd party Cert. Competence Certificate and must be valid.

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● Traffic Registration
Boom Truck ● Adequate Driving License.
● Crane 3rd Party Cert.
Crane (Hi-Up) ● Third Party Competence Cert.
● Lifting Eq. 3rd party Cert.
Excavator Insurance maybe
● In-House or 3rd Party
(Crawler ● Third Party Certificate under site machinery
Competence Certificate.
Backhoe) and must be valid.
● Driving License-heavy
Concrete Pump
● Traffic Registration Machinery.
truck
● In-House Competence Cert.
Insurance maybe
● In-House or 3rd Party
Piling Rig ● Traffic Registration under site machinery
Competence Certificate.
and must be valid.
Backhoe &
● Traffic Registration ● Driving License-light Machinery
Shovel (JCB)
● In-House or 3rd Party Insurance maybe
Bulldozer ● Third Party Certificate Competence Certificate under site machinery
● Driving License-heavy Machinery and must be valid.
Front Loader
● Traffic Registration ● Driving License-heavy Machinery
(Shovel)
● Traffic Registration ● Driving License-light Machinery
Fork Lift
● Third Party Certificate ● Third Party Training Certificate
Mini Front
● Third Party Competence
Loader ● Traffic Registration
Certificate?
(Bob Cat)
● In-House or 3rd Party
Dumper Truck ● Traffic Registration Training Certificate
● Driving License-light Machinery

Power Tools and Hand Tools

a. Power tool and hand tools on site will comply with OSHAD SF- CoP-35
b. All hand tools and portable power tools will be of good order and will be used for the purpose
intended. Color Coding System will be implemented.
c. All electrical power tools will be double insulated or earthed.
d. Site store keeper shall ensure that the power tools and hand tools issued for the day work are
safe and with all necessary accessories.
e. Guards and handles required for safe usage of the power tools will be in place.
f. All power tools will be provided with proper industrial type plugs.
g. Defective power tools will be tagged and removed from usage until rectified.
h. Hand tools will be inspected for any cracked parts, broken handles, mushroomed heads, blunt
edges etc. A monthly inspection of hand tools will be conducted by the trained store personnel.
i. All personnel will be trained on the proper usage of power and hand tools.

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RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT


• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective
approach to the selection, identification, maintenance, inspection and operation of all plant and
equipment required to execute works on behalf of Consultant.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place based on relevant COP which
defines the programs and controls applied to ensure the competence of individuals assigned to
maintain, inspect and / or operate work equipment and plant.
• Verify that the contractor activities related to the selection, identification, maintenance,
inspection and operation of plant and equipment are actually conducted in accordance with the
approved procedure.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to work equipment and plant,
included those related to staff having maintenance, inspection and / or operational
responsibilities.
• Instruct the contractor(s) to take corrective action if any of the above activities identify any non-
conformance or improvement need

5.15 Housekeeping Arrangements


Good housekeeping is essential on all sites. If allowed to accumulate, waste material provides an
excellent fuel for fire, and consideration should accordingly be given to the following:

• All waste material should be collected by a designated team on a daily basis, segregated,
and placed into appropriate receptacles for correct disposal off site.

• All collected waste material awaiting disposal must be kept away from temporary buildings,
stores or equipment.

• Separate bins fitted with lids, must be provided for food waste.

Good housekeeping dedicated team to maintain and enforce proper housekeeping at site
including the temporary site facilities. Each floor area to be assigned to dedicated team to
make housekeeping at all times.
a. Good housekeeping will be maintained in all areas of the project
b. All emergency exits and access shall be kept clear, free from obstructions
c. Storage areas for steel, wood, concrete blocks, scaffolding materials etc. shall be
demarcated and kept clean
d. Material stacks will be maintained at safe height.
e. Access to fire extinguishers will be kept clear.
f. Temporary extension leads, hoses and electrical cables shall be kept clear. The same
shall be protected or buried to prevent damage in case it passes through access ways
g. All foremen I charge hands are responsible to maintain good housekeeping in their
respective work areas.

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5.16 Lifting Equipment & Lifting Operations


Lifting operations in this project will comply with the OSHAD SF - CoP-34. Safe Use lifting
Equipment
All lifting equipment will be inspected and tested by government approved third party testing
agencies before use at site.
Records of all test certificates will be maintained at site and will be available with the site Safety Officer.
The safe working load will be marked on all lifting equipment and accessories.
The lifting area will be cordoned off to prevent unauthorized entry.
All operators of mobile crane/ tower crane will have valid license/ competency test certificate.
All riggers will be certified, standard signals will be implemented.
Lifting slings and chains will be protected against sharp corners & edges. Color coding system will be
implemented.
A lifting plan must be prepared for all lifting operations.
Cranes must be thoroughly inspected and certified by a third party at least annually. Other daily and
weekly inspections must be carried out as per AACM requirements.
Tower cranes must be tested and certified upon installation, after increasing the height and after
unusual natural events.
All crane operators must be competent and certified by the third parties.
Competent slingers and signallers must be available for every lifting operation.
Visual or audible communications must be established between the crane operator and the signaller.
Mobile crane working area must be barricaded by means of warning tape etc. and must not be entered
by others.
Damaged or uncertified lifting tackle must be removed from site and locked in a safe place.
Outriggers must be extended and placed on load spreading pads when a mobile crane is in use.
Safe Load Indicator (SLI) must be operational on mobile cranes. Limit switches must be properly set for
tower cranes.
The maximum lifting capacity of all lifting equipment, hoists and tackles must be marked clearly on the
item and be observed.

It is strongly recommended to install aviation warning lights for any equipment more than 30m high.
Measures must be in place to eliminate the possibility of collision of lifting equipment jibs.

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5.17 Welfare and Site Accommodation

Drinking Water
a. Cold drinking water shall be provided in the site.
b. Insulated water jugs shall be available at site and will be issued to each charge hand for his
work team.
c. Water tanks & coolers shall be cleaned at regular interval.
d. Water cooler filters shall be replaced as required.

Sanitary Facilities
a. Proper ablution arrangement shall be provided at site.
b. Toilets shall be provided in the ratio of 1 per 25 persons for the first 100 persons and 1 per 35
persons thereafter.
c. Urinals shall be provided apart from toilets.
d. Doors shall be provided for the toilets and all sanitary facilities will be kept clean.
e. Proper ventilation and illumination shall be maintained in the sanitary facility.

Rest Area / Lunch Room


a. Rest area / Lunch room having sufficient area to accommodate the site manpower will be
provided.
b. Sufficient tables and benches will be provided in the lunch room.
c. Air conditioning will be provided in these rooms.
d. Mosque I Prayer Room

A proper facility for prayer will be provided at site.

Existing Structures I Structural Issues


The workplace area is clear, there is no hazard from existing structure or underground services at
present. Work place shall be assessed using Risk Management practices.

Consultant will implement appropriate control measures where overhead or underground


specific hazards are present. The control measures shall include obtaining NOC and permit to
work clearance from the relevant service provider and authorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
ensure suitability of Temporary Employer Supplied Accommodation (Labor Camp)

Verify that the contractor is applying the approved approach in accordance with the approved
procedure and in accordance with any regulatory requirements related to Temporary Employer
Supplied Accommodation (Labor Camp).

Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping (refer to attachment) related to Temporary
Employer Supplied Accommodation (Labor Camp). Promptly notify the contractor in the event that
correction or improvement is required.

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Periodically review the Temporary Employer Supplied Accommodation (Labor Camp) status to verify its
ongoing suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or
service requirements and conditions

5.18 Scaffolds and Ladders

Scaffolds
Scaffold shall be erected by trained workers under the supervision of a competent person.
Heavy duty or complex scaffold shall be designed by a competent person. Loading calculations
shall be documented to ensure that the proposed scaffold is fit for purpose.
Scaffold shall be visually inspected by a competent person on a daily basis to ensure that no
unauthorized alterations have been carried out. Scaffold deemed unsafe to use shall be clearly
signed to prevent accidental or inadvertent use. The recommended method of signage is through
the scaffold tag system.
Scaffold inspection by a competent person shall be documented at least once every
7 days for each scaffold. The recommended method of documenting weekly inspection is through
the scaffold tag system.
The requirements of this SWP shall be incorporated into all method statements for work requiring
the use of or erection of scaffold.
Scaffolding is to be constructed using metal poles and braces with wooden deckling. It must be
designed to support at least four times the anticipated weight. The erection of proper
scaffolding requires a great deal of specialist knowledge. It shall, therefore, always be carried
out by experts. If necessary a specialist contractor shall be utilized for scaffolding work. Mobile
tubular-steel scaffolding must be assembled strictly in accordance with the directions of the
supplier. In particular, it must have a proper platform with safety railing and an edge toe board
to prevent tools and material from falling down. All scaffolding must be fit for purpose and
lightweight scaffolding is to be used only up to a maximum height of 10 meters and only where
no materials are loaded onto the working platforms.
All scaffolding structures shall be subject to a pre use inspection and a routine repeat inspection on
weekly basis and also following any alteration of the scaffolding. Scaffolding must also be
inspected by a competent person after any event that may affect its safety; this will include but not
be limited to bad weather conditions. Scaffolding shall be inspected by a competent inspector and
shall display a green Scaffold tag signed and dated by the inspector. The inspector shall be fully
trained and competent and his qualifications and certification documents shall be available for
inspection. The inspection must be recorded in a scaffold register which must be kept on site.
OSH guidelines OSHAD SF CoP-26.0 Scaffolding

Exclusion Zone
All scaffold erection / dismantling areas will be provided with barriers and warning signs to exclude
personnel or vehicles not specifically involved with the scaffolding work;

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Where such areas are adjacent to members of the public or 3rd parties’ then protection
from falling objects will be provide. This may include the construction of covered walkways (crash
decks) in pedestrian areas or the use of scaffold screens and catch nets.
The competent scaffolding supervisor shall be responsible for ensuring that exclusion zones
are in place and maintained at all times whilst scaffold construction activity is on- going.
All materials being used for scaffolding construction will be checked prior to use, to ensure that they
are in good condition and free from defects / damage. Any materials found to be defective will be
clearly marked as defective and removed from the work area.
All workers involved in the erection / dismantlement of scaffold shall utilize fall protection equipment.
All persons shall wear a full body harness complete with twin tail lanyards fitted with snap hooks.
Where a lanyard and harness is used workers shall be trained to anchor the lanyard at a high level
ABOVE head height where physically possible.
Contractors shall consider ground clearance when the use of a lanyard and harness is the selected
control measure. Sufficient clearance should be present to ensure that workers do not contact the
ground or other obstructions before a fall is arrested.
Rescue procedures for workers suspended at height must be planned for and relevant rescue
equipment shall be on site.

General Scaffold Safety Requirements


Typical Safe Working Platform

Handrail (min 1m) Mid-rail (min 0.5m)

Toe Board (min 0.15m)

All working platforms shall be approx. 600mm wide (3 standard scaffold boards) where no alternative
standard is specified by the manufacturer.

All working platforms shall be fitted with toe boards. Toe boards shall be at least 150mm high
(where no alternative standard is specified by the manufacturer) and shall be robust enough to prevent
materials, debris and tools falling from the working platform.

Secure hand and mid rails shall be fitted for fall prevention. Typically, hand rails will be 1m high and
mid rails will be 0.5m high (mid way between handrail and working platform). Contractors shall install
hand and mid rails in accordance with these requirements where no specific manufacturers
dimensions are stated. Ladders shall be secured and shall extend at least 1m above the working
platform.

Mobile Scaffold Systems


Mobile aluminium scaffolds have their limitations and should only be used in suitable
conditions. Contractors should consider if heavy duty scaffold or a MEWP is the safer option.

All workers involved in mobile aluminium scaffolding construction / dismantling activities will be trained
in the safe erection of use of the specific mobile scaffold in use. This training may be provided in
house by a competent person.3rd party training, while recommended, is not required.

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Mobile aluminium scaffold shall only be erected using the components supplied by the relevant
manufacturer.
The use, by erectors, of a safety harness with a restraint lanyard attached to the tower scaffold is
not an acceptable safe system of work when constructing a mobile aluminium scaffold. In the event of
a fall the scaffold is likely to overturn as a result of the shock load.

A safer method for the safe erection / dismantling of mobile aluminium scaffolds is the
‘Through the Trapdoor’ method. Below is an example of this method;

At no time should erectors be on the outside of


the scaffold.

Where the working platform is greater than two


lifts, a rest or mid platform should be installed
(Note that Contractors shall consult the
manufacturer’s specified requirements for exact
details).

Towers with a working platform in excess of 3m


shall have stabilizers fitted. Towers with a
working platform of 8m or more should change
stabilizers for extendable outriggers (Note that
Contractors shall consult the manufacturer’s
specified requirements for exact details).

The use of the scaffold tag system for mobile aluminium scaffolds with a working platform of less
than 3m is not mandatory. The scaffold tag system shall be applied to all mobile aluminium
scaffolds in excess of 3m.
Should substitute components be used in the erection process then the scaffold shall be subject to
inspection process.
In certain circumstances it will be acceptable to use a mobile tower scaffold that is
incomplete. This will only apply where the top guardrail cannot be attached due to an obstruction
such as pipe work, ductwork or containment work. In these circumstances users of the mobile
scaffold tower must use a harness and lanyard.
The lanyard must be attached to a secure anchor point, NOT the mobile aluminium scaffold itself.
The anchor point must be able to take the shock load of a falling person.
Shock absorbers must be removed or disengaged where insufficient clearance exists. Typically with
a 2m shock absorber, a clearance of 5m would be required.

5.19 Cantilevers and Platforms


All boards which make up the platform shall rest squarely and evenly on correctly spaced
transoms, and be secured to prevent accidental displacement. All boards shall be of the same
thickness. All wooden decking, platforms and boards shall be sprayed with a fire retardant spray
before assembly into the scaffolding.
Each board shall have at least three supports by more than four times its thickness unless secured
to prevent tipping; the minimum overhang shall be at least 50 mm.

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Where boards overlap, bevels or other precautions shall be used to prevent a tipping hazard. Toe
boards shall be fixed on the side of standards and shall be at least 150 mm high. Where men have
sit at the edge of the platform between the structures, the gap between the platform and the
structure shall not exceed 300 mm. Guardrails and toe boards shall be positioned at every edge
from which a person is liable to fall more than 2m. Guardrails shall be fixed on the inside of
standards at a height of between 910 mm and
1.15m above the level of the platform. The distance between guardrails and toe boards shall not
exceed 765 mm

5.20 Excavations and Trenches

An excavation is any man-made


• cut,
• cavity,
• trench, or
• Depression in an earth surface formed by earth removal.
General Requirements
• Excavations can be extremely hazardous. Excavations account for a significant number of
fatalities in the construction industry.
• Excavations over 1.5m in depth shall require a design by a competent engineer.
• Excavation work shall be carried out under the control of a competent works supervisor.
• A ground survey shall be carried out prior to excavation work.
• Current drawings of existing utilities shall be reviewed prior to commencing excavation
work. Existing services / utilities shall be located using trial holes or a CAT (cable avoidance
tool).
• A risk assessment shall be mandatory for all excavation work.
• A method statement shall be developed for excavation work.
• A permit to work shall be required for excavation work.
• Edge protection shall be installed for all excavations. Edge protection shall be a hard barrier if
the excavation is in excess of 1.5m in depth.
• Appropriate reflective signage shall be installed. If the excavation is adjacent to a public
highway or walkway, flashing beacons shall be installed.
• Access into excavations shall be via secured ladder, stair tower or ramp. Deep launch pits may
require a hoist.
• Excavations shall be inspected daily by a competent person.
• Excavations up to 1.5m deep do not require a design; however, the requirements of this
standard must be met during planning and excavation works.
• Excavations in excess of 1.5m in depth, and any excavation work adjacent to existing
structures, infrastructure, water courses and live services / utilities, shall require a design by
the competent engineer who shall hold a valid civil engineering qualification. Note that the
‘design’ shall be appropriate to the depth of the excavation and ground conditions. A detailed

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design with calculations may not be required if a sketch or brief instruction will suffice. This shall
be based on the judgment of the competent person.
• The design shall specify the requirements for ensuring stability of the excavation such as
benching and / or shoring. Excavations between 1.5m and 5m shall require daily inspection by
the Contractor’s competent works supervisor. Major excavation works, where
excavations over 5m are required, shall require daily inspection by the competent engineer.
Records of inspections shall be maintained for review by the competent engineer.
• Contractors shall develop a detailed method statement and risk assessment following the survey
but prior to commencement of works.

Method statements shall be submitted for Consultant approval. Contractors shall consider the
following when developing the method statement:
Excavation design;
Traffic control;
Plant requirements and plant safety;
Excavation support / shoring requirements;
Excavation edge protection requirements;
Support for exposed services;
Storage, stock piles and / or removal of spoil materials;
Lighting requirements;
Ventilation requirements;
Electrical requirements (temporary power and distribution);
Safety devices (air monitoring / earth movement monitoring);
Rescue requirements, training and associated equipment;
Daily inspection criteria / schedule.

A permit to work system shall be established by the Contractor. All excavation works will be carried
out according to the approved relevant method statement / permit to work restrictions.
A permit to work system shall be established by the Contractor. All excavation works will be carried
out according to the approved relevant method statement / permit to work restrictions.
Excavations work shall be monitored by the appointed competent works supervisor / competent
engineer

• No excavation shall be performed without a permit issued by the Regulatory Authority.


• A method statement and risk assessment shall be prepared for all excavations, especially if
deeper than 1.2m.
• It is highly recommended to use a PTW system for entry into excavations.
• Experienced and suitable supervision shall be provided for all works carried out inside or
adjacent to an excavation.
• A Geological Engineer is to advise on the angle of Repose if deeper than 2.0m.
• Underground services within the excavation footing must be identified and protected prior to
starting the works.
• Collapse Prevention measures shall be put in place where there is a risk of side collapse.
• Landfill and other materials shall be kept at least 2m away from the excavation edges.
• Adequate barricades, warning signs and lights must be used and as per the risk assessment.

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• Adequate access and egress shall be provided to the excavation taking into consideration
emergency situations.
• Air quality testing must be carried out prior to, and whilst, personnel are present in the
excavation.
• Excavations must be inspected by a competent person before each shift and following
unusual events.

• Good level of housekeeping must be maintained at all times.

a. All excavations and sides of trenches having depth of 1.2 meters or more especially in
soft and unstable soil will be shored, sheeted or sloped to the correct angle of repose.
b. All trenches and excavations will be provided with access and egress ladders.
c. Permit to dig 1excavate will be obtained from the relevant authorities prior to excavation.
Cable detectors will be utilized to find buried cables. Trial pits will be done to locate
services.
d. Guard rails will be provided at the edges of trenches I excavation. Suitable signs will be
posted in the vicinity of trenches I excavations.
e. Lighting will be provided during hours of darkness. Walkways and cross over bridges will
be protected and illuminated.
f. Excavated soil will be kept at minimum 1.0-meter distance from edge of excavation.
g. Vehicles will be kept at safe distance from edge of excavation I trench. Personnel in trench
/ excavation will work at safe distance from plant I machinery.
h. Permit to dig I excavate will be obtained from the relevant authorities prior to excavation.
Cable detectors (CAT) Cable Avoidance Tools. Will be utilized to find buried cables. Trial
pits will be done to locate services.
i. Guard rails will be provided at the edges of trenches I excavation. Suitable signs will be
posted in excavations.
j. All excavation and trenches will be inspected before use on daily basis by supervisor I
safety officer.
k. Safe Excavation Process refer to Refer to OSHAD SF- CoP-29 Excavations & Trenches

5.21 Confined Space

Confined space work in this project will comply Refer with OSHAD SF CoP-21Confined Space
A confined space is an enclosed or partially enclosed space that is not primarily designed or
intended for human occupancy with a restricted entrance or exit by way of location and size. It
represents a risk for the health and safety of anyone who enters due to the following factors:
a. Its design, construction, location and atmosphere
b. The materials or substances in it
c. Work activities carried out in it
d. Mechanical, process and safety hazards present

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Confined spaces can be below or above ground level. Examples of confined spaces include silos,
vats, hoppers, tanks, sewers, pipes, manholes, access shafts, truck mounted tanks and storage
bins. Hazards in confined spaces
a. Poor air quality, insufficient amount of oxygen for the worker to breathe and the
atmosphere might contain poisonous substance that may cause unconsciousness or even
fatality
b. Chemical exposure due to skin contact or ingestion I inhalation of contaminated air
c. Fire hazard due to presence of flammable liquid and gas
d. Noise
e. Safety hazards due to moving parts of equipment, entanglement, slips & falls
f. Temperature extremes
g. Electrical shock
h. Poor visibility

Safety Precautionary Measures

a. A risk assessment for the work to be carried out in confined space will be done and control
measures will be implemented.
b. A confined space entry permit will be obtained prior to execution of work.
c. All personnel entering a confined space will be trained and informed of the hazards and
control measures.
d. Proper access and egress will be provided into and out of the confined space.
e. Good ventilation will be provided. Quality of air inside the confined space will be tested
before entry into the confined space.
f. Adequate soft lighting will be provided inside the confined space.
g. In case of excessive temperature the work will be scheduled to cooler hours of the day
along with frequent breaks.
h. Full body harness will be used and life line will be provided for emergency use. No person
is allowed to work alone inside a confined space. Proper supervision and buddy system
will be ensured.
i. Entry point to the confined space will be barricaded and suitable signage will be provided.
Access will be controlled. All personnel involved in confined space work will be provided
necessary training. (PTW, Emergency Procedures, safe working procedures,)

5.22 Demolition and Decommissioning

Base on the result of the survey and risk assessment a detailed procedure will be prepared
detailing the proposed m et hod and sequences of demolition a n d Demobilization procedures
and precautions to be observe. The project m a n a g e r will review the procedure / risk
assessment prior to its acceptance and working.

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For safe demolition work, Chief Contractor shall ensure the following, but not limited to:
Appropriate work permits will be obtained from the Client/Consultants (if necessary) prior to the
commencement of the work.
Before proceeding, all sources of power and other utilities shall be
disconnected.
All precaution shall be made to prevent any debris falling on the neighborhoods and I o the
personnel working at site.

Access to demolition site shall be restricted to other personnel except those involved in this
operation. Guards and watchmen shall make sure that no access will be given to site. Warning
signs, red flag s, shall be used to caution the personnel who approach the site.
Equipment used in demolition shall be adequate and in good operations condition .Adequate
personal Protective Equipment will be used during the work. All debris will be removed from the site
immediately. In case of asbestos removal, appropriate precaution will be taken and PPEs will be
used.

5.23 Electrical and Gas Welding

Gas Welding

Welding and gas cutting operations have a high potential for personal injuries and
fires. When performing either task, the following control measures shall be
implemented:
a. Before starting to gas cutting or welding, the working area shall be inspected and to ensure
that sparks or molten metal shall not fall on flammable or combustible materials.
b. Ensure that suitable fire extinguishers equipment is available in the work area. Competent
person shall be used the welding and gas cutting machine with proper PPE (apron,
welding mask, welding hood. Some welding operations may require the use of respirators.
c. During storage, use and transport; cylinders shall be properly capped and secured in an
upright position.
Handling of gas cylinders Use soft pad or ramp for unloading the gas cylinder and avoid
knocking / impact while handling and transport.
a. Use cylinder cap while handling and transporting the cylinder.
b. Segregate inert, toxic, nonflammable & flammable cylinders during storage. Store "Empty"
and "Full" cylinders, separately duly marked.
c. Label the area of storage. Keep cylinders always in an upright position and round bottom
cylinders horizontally. Display "No Smoking" sign at gas cylinders storage area.
d. Store flammable gas cylinder away from the gas cylinder, which support combustion. Use
trolley for transporting and handling of gas cylinders.

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Electrical
a. All temporary electrical circuits at site will be protected by GFCI/ELCB.
b. Temporary electrical layout for the site showing power distribution will be prepared.
c. Underground cables if any will be located and marked.
d. Adequate lighting will be provided for the work area and general areas of the site.
e. Temporary cables shall be kept above water on wooden stands and if on ground/ floor
level will be protected.
f. Industrial type electrical fittings will be used at site.
g. Proper earthing will be provided for all circuits.
h. Only trained and competent electricians will inspect and check all electrical distribution
boards and cables on monthly basis.
All electrical systems and circuits shall be designed, operated and maintained by authorized
person as per Refer with OSHAD SF CoP-15.0 Electrical

5.24 Gas Cutting

Welding and gas cutting operations have a high potential for personal injuries and fires. When
Performing either task, the following control measures shall be implemented,

Before starting to gas cutting or welding, the working area shall be inspected and to ensure that
sparks or molten metal shall not fall on flammable or combustible materials.

Ensure that suitable fire extinguishers equipment is available in the work area.
Competent person shall be used the welding and gas cutting machine with proper PPE
(apron, welding mask, welding hood. Some welding operations may require the use of
respirators.
During storage, use and transport; cylinders shall be properly capped and secured in an upright
position.

Handling of Gas Cylinders

Use soft pad or ramp for unloading t h e gas cylinder and avoid impact while handling and
transport.

Use cylinder cap while handling and transporting the cylinder.


Segregate inert, toxic, nonflammable & flammable cylinders during storage. Store “Empty" and
“Full" cylinders, separately duly marked.

Label The Area Of Storage.


Keep cylinders always in an upright position and round bottom cylinders horizontally. Display "No
Smoking" sign at gas cylinders storage area.

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Store flammable gas cylinder away from the gas cylinder that support combustion. Use trolley
for transporting and handling of gas cylinders.

5.25 Working Over or Adjacent To Water

Permit to work shall be obtained prior to starting work. Operatives involved in the activity will be
briefed on emergency procedures. Ensure that rescue boat is available. Operatives needs to
be perform t heir assigned duty in pairs and must wear life jackets. Ensure good means of access
and egress. Edge protection must be provided w h e r e necessary, if not harness and safety line
to be worn and anchored effectively. Sufficient life buoys needs to be provided. All access
routes must be kept clear of obstacles at all times. If fast flowing water, grab lines should be
provided downstream. Good first aid facilities should be provided. Stock of Thermal Blankets
needs to be maintained on site. OSH guidelines OSHAD SF CoP-31.0 Working near to adjacent
to water

5.26 Mobile Equipment

During operation of cranes, boom trucks, etc. Consultant shall ensure that the
contractor is f o l l o w i n g the below:
a. Cranes will only be operated by persons who are properly trained and qualified and hold a
valid license and Third Party Certification.
b. When undertaking heavy lifting, the operation area shall be barricaded properly with
warning tape to restrict access.
c. No crane operation will take place without appointed, identifiable and competent riggers,
Signalmen having third party certification.
d. No crane operation will take place without an adequate system of communication between
the
e. Crane driver and the signalman. This may be by either radio or standard hand signals.
f. The hoisting mechanism of a crane shall not be used for any purpose other than lifting a
load vertically.
g. Cranes of one tone or more lifting capacity shall be fitted with a functioning automatic safe
load Indicator, a radius indicator, and a crane capacity load chart displayed in the
operator's cabin.
h. Passengers are forbidden from riding on or in cranes.
i. The operator shall remain in the cab of the crane with seat belt properly secured whenever
there is a load on hook or the crane is being moved.

Consultant shall ensure that the contractor to arrange the re-certification of lifting equipment a n d
rigging. Recertification is required every six (6) months for rigging and every twelve (12) months

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for cranes or after any structural modification. Recertification required after any reconfiguration,
modification or extension of the crane that could affect its strength or stability.

Consultant shall ensure that the contractor comply with the following lifting equipment requirements
prior to the commencement of work.
a. All lifting equipment shall be in good working order and free from defects
b. Each item of lifting equipment is clearly marked with unique identification number I
mark and with the safe working load or maximum gross weight I payload I tare weight.
c. All lifting equipment shall be outfitted with calibrated load cells and lift charts.
d. Consultant shall ensure that the contractor shall post and ensure that all personnel are
made aware of the code. Rigging which is not marked with the color code shall not be
used.
e. Each item has been thoroughly examined and subjected to proof load test by approved
3rd Party certifying authorities and certificate of examination or test shall be issued
and available for review by concerned authorities.

5.27 Portable Tools

All tools shall be used correctly and in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Tools shall be
stored safely when not in use and in an area that does not cause obstruction to people, vehicles etc.
All workers shall be competent to select the right tools for each job, and all relevant tools shall be
available and fit for purpose. Common Hand tools, Electrical, Power Actuated and Pneumatic Hand
Tools shall be inspected and maintained by a competent person in accordance with the
Manufacturers operation and maintenance instructions. All Hand and Power tools are subjected to
the monthly color code inspection.
Project sites shall have a master list of all the power tools available in the site. Power tools
inspection system shall include the extension boards, ELCB's and associated temporary power
supply distribution network. OSH guidelines OSHAD SF CoP35.0 Portable Power Tools

5.28 Falling Objects

Prevention of Men and Materials Fall While Working At Heights.


a. All work will be reviewed by the site construction team prior to its execution on a daily
basis to identify hazards, reduce or eliminate risks involved as far as is reasonably
practical.
b. The fall prevention, control measures identified for each activity will be conveyed to the
workers or subcontractors by conducting safety toolbox talks.
c. Method statements and risk assessments will be completed prior to work at height.
d. All safety arrangements required will be provided. (Life line, Scaffolding, Handrail, Area
cordoning, Signage)

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e. Close supervision will be provided for work at height. Medically unfit persons will not be
engaged to work at height.
f. All equipment used will be certified and maintained in good working condition. All operators
will be certified.
g. Scaffolding if necessary will be erected by certified scaffolding and will be checked/ tagged
prior to use.
h. Superior will ensure all necessary permits and clearances are obtained.
i. All necessary P.P.E will be provided and Supervisor/ Site Safety Officer will ensure its
usage.

5.29 Slip Trips and fall.

Slips happen where there is too little friction or traction between the footwear and the walking
surface. Common causes of slips are:
a. Wet or oily surfaces
b. Occasional spills
c. Weather hazards
d. Loose, unanchored rugs or mats
e. Flooring or other walking surfaces that do not have same degree of traction in all area trips
happen when your foot collides (strikes, hits) an object causing you to lose the balance
and, eventually fall.
Common causes of tripping are:
a. Obstructed view
b. Poor lighting
c. Clutter in your way
d. Wrinkled carpeting
e. Uncovered cables
f. Bottom drawers not being closed
g. Uneven (steps, thresholds) walking surfaces

You can reduce the risk of slipping on wet flooring by:


a. Taking your time and paying attention to where you are going
b. Adjusting your stride to a pace that is suitable for the walking surface and the tasks you
are doing
c. Walking with the feet pointed slightly outward
d. Making wide turns at corners
e. You can reduce the risk of tripping by:

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f. Keeping walking areas clear from clutter or obstructions b) keeping flooring in good
condition
g. Always using installed light sources that provide sufficient light for your tasks
h. Using a flashlight if you enter a dark room where there is no light (e) Ensuring that things
you are carrying or pushing do not prevent you from seeing any obstructions spills, etc.

5.30 Animals and Reptiles


Comply with the applicable legal and other requirements refer with the following UAE
Federal Law. Federal Law No.16 of 2007 Concerning Animal Protection
Federal Law No. (9) For 1983

5.31 Workplace Bullying and Violence


The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) defines work-related violence as "any incident in which a
person is abused, threatened or assaulted in circumstances relating to their work."
Violence can range from a life-threatening physical attack to verbal abuse. Verbal abuse and
threats are the most common type of incident.
Agreeing on a definition is the first step in setting up a system to prevent, control and manage
the issue of violence at work. The definition will help you decide what your policy on violence
should cover
If workplace bullying or unreasonable behaviors is reported or observed, we will take the
following

STEPS:
a. The responsible supervisor or manager will speak to the parties involved as soon as
possible, gather information and seek a resolution to satisfactorily address the issue for all
parties.
b. If issues cannot be resolved or the unreasonable behaviors is considered to be of a
serious nature, an impartial person will be appointed to investigate. Both sides will be able
to state their case and relevant information will be collected and considered before a
decision is made.
c. All complaints and reports will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Only those people
directly involved in the complaint or in resolving it will have access to the information.
d. There will be no victimization of the person making the report or helping to resolve it.
Complaints made maliciously or in bad faith may result in disciplinary action.

5.32 Impacts I Hazards from Adjacent Activities


Construction site is not adjacent to any other activity site or building. There is no nearby building or
any construction site near to project from where any hazard will be generated. However in case of
any nearby working activities Consultant shall ensure that the contractor will ensure to provide safe
workplace to its workers by maintaining risk assessment. Trainings will be conducted. Focus will be

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increased on all external activities areas. Inspections will be conducted. Communication will be
maintained by external activities supervisors.
All the site activities to be conducted near or adjacent to other activities or services will be
conducted with a proper complete inspection. HSE officer responsible at site will ensure prior to
start an activity to see the surrounding activities and Services to be potentially impacted by our
activities or impact of ongoing activities or services on the contractor activity. Such activities to
be conducted with a task Risk Assessment prior to commencing the activity.
All the service going on simultaneously shall have sufficient coordination in between to avoid any
mishap on the site due to parallel activity.
HSE officer have to make sure in OSH meetings to prepare well for upcoming activities on the site
and their impact on each other during work.
All the adjacent sides of plat area empty plot.no activities scheduled

5.33 Temporary Works

Consultant shall ensure that the contractor shall perform its temporary works and engaged in a
day-to-day construction practices safety as per the relevant rules and regulation. The temporary
works shall be designed and the designed must be checked as per the OSHAD SF requirements
the physical works shall be inspected to demonstrate compliance with the design. All checks and
inspections shall be recorded in writing and be demonstrable all must be referred to the designer
checker.

Consultant shall ensure that the contractor shall be ensured the positioning of portable building on
site shall allow for safe access and egress of persons using the portable building.

A level concrete base shall be provided for each portable building and the gap between the bottom
of the building and the ground shall be filled to prevent the accumulation of combustible waste
materials under the building.

Where multiple portable buildings area used a full emergency plan shall be developed including a
fully integrated fire alarm system fire detection equipment and firefighting equipment shall be
proved in each portable building and distance between the portable building in accordance with
UAE Fire and Life Safety Code 2011, Planning and Control.
Appropriate steps along with a handrail shall be provided at the entrance point and emergency exit
of every portable building.

Ref: OSHAD SF- Elements 02 Risk Management


Ref: OSHAD SF CoP-43.0 Temporary Structure
Ref: OSHAD SF CoP-20.0 Safety in Design (Construction)

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5.34 Existing Services


The Work place area is a virgin site, there is no existing structure.
Consultant shall ensure that the contractor shall be evaluated the site or operation to determine
if the hazard associated with overhead or underground services are present and the work place
shall be assessed using risk management practices as required by OSHAD SF Element 2- Risk
Management.
Consultant shall ensure that the contractor shall be implemented appropriate control measures
where overhead or underground specific hazards are present. These control measures shall
include obtaining NOC’s and Permit to work clearances from the relevant service provider and
authorities.

5.35 Services Coordination


Consultant shall ensure that the contractor be ensured that site surveys are carried our onsite to
determine the location of overhead lines with in the vicinity of site.
Consultant shall ensure that the contractor shall be obtained utility layout plant from utility service
providers prior to commencement of any excavation, piling or boring work. The utility layout plans
shall be used a guide also shall ensure that the contractor shall carry our site surveys focusing on
areas here excavation, piling or boring works will be carried out. The surveys shall be carried out
by a competent person.

All services found shall be considered live and in service and they shall be supported and protected
from damage. Their location shall be marked up on site drawings and if a service damaged during
works, no one shall go near the service, the service shall be considered live and operative shall exit
the area. Also the relevant authority shall be communicated for necessary rectification of such
damaged services.
Ref with OSHAD SF CoP-39.0 Overhead and Underground Services

5.36 Occupational Health Arrangements


Consultant team ensures to have an approved procedure which defines an effective approach for
assessing and addressing risks related to Occupational Health of their staff. In Addition they will;

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place as per applicable COP which defines
an effective approach to ensure effective Occupational Health Protection and Monitoring.

Verify that the contractor is applying the approved Occupational Health Protection and Monitoring
approach in accordance with the approved procedure and in accordance with any regulatory
requirements specifically applicable to the scope of works or operations.

Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to Occupational Health Protection and
Monitoring. Promptly notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required

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Periodically review the approved Occupational Health Protection and Monitoring procedure to verify
its ongoing suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the
project or service requirements and conditions

Noise Control

Shall ensure that adequate assessments of activities, which produce noise, are controlled
and control measures taken to minimize risk of exposure to noise. Adequate notices and
information will be provided to ensure that the workforce is aware of such ongoing activities.
Should noise levels reach an unacceptable level, the following measures shall
be taken:
All employees of contractor/subcontractors entering noise hazardous area such as
construction site and workshop area shall compulsory wear ear plugs as required.
a. Disposable earplugs shall not be used more than one (1) day and the Supervisor is responsible
to see that all used disposable earplugs are replaced daily.
b. Minimizing of exposure time to high level of noise.
c. Hearing protection equipment use is mandatory as required.
d. Scheduling of inherently noisy operations to avoid disturbance to users of facilities.
e. Where necessary and practical, the use of an alternative equipment or plant.

Air Pollution

The following sources of air pollution emission shall be considered for the control in construction
phase: Dust (General), Combustible engine exhaust, and abrasive blasting operation dust.
Generally, dust will be controlled by spraying water over areas where windblown sand or dust will
affect personnel. The condition that necessitates spraying water will be judged and determined by
Project Manager in consideration of weather, wind, ground dryness and so on.

Exhaust gas from combustible engine shall be controlled by performing regular preventive
maintenance of the equipment in which those equipped with old/deteriorated engines shall be
avoided to prevent the emission of non-standard exhaust gas. Abrasive blasting operation shall be
generally carried out within a facility that is covered by sheeting to prevent spreading of dust and
blasting shot material. By a certain reason if it is difficult to carry out the operation above stated
condition, it shall be relocated where nearby people or work will not experience annoyance or
inconvenience.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT


• Consultants must have an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach

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for assessing and addressing risks related to Occupational Health of their staff.
• Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place as per applicable COP which
defines an effective approach to ensure effective Occupational Health Protection and
Monitoring.
• Verify that the contractor is applying the approved Occupational Health Protection and
Monitoring approach in accordance with the approved procedure and in accordance with
any regulatory requirements specifically applicable to the scope of works or operations.
• Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to Occupational Health Protection
and Monitoring. Promptly notify the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is
required.
• Periodically review the approved Occupational Health Protection and Monitoring procedure
to verify its ongoing suitability. Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in
accordance with the project or service requirements and conditions.

5.37 Waste Emissions Arrangements

The projects waste management system will comply with the Center Waste Management
TADWEER.

a. Work activity will be planned and will be executed in such a manner that the waste produced
is minimal.
b. The principle of reducing, reusing and recycling will be used for waste management. The
waste management plan will be communicated to the whole project team including
subcontractors. It will be discussed in EHS and Management Review meeting.
c. Suitable number of skips will be provided at site. Waste will be segregated into hazardous
and nonhazardous category.
d. Approved environment service providers will be contracted to dispose I recycle the
waste to approved landfill I recycle areas.
e. Records of waste materials disposed/recycled (waste manifest) will be maintained at site.
f. Workers will be trained in waste minimization, storage, re -use, recycling and disposal.
g. Waste Collection, Segregation, Storage and Disposal:

The Contractor shall provide septic tanks for site sanitary facilities. Septic tank capacity shall be in line
with peak labor requirements. The Contractor team shall make arrangement for daily removal of
sewage waste from septic tanks by an authorized party. Where specified in the contract conditions,
septic tanks shall be in a bund.
All waste materials will be segregated and collected by trained cleaning team on a daily basis
All waste bins and containers will be color coded as Centre of Waste Management guidelines.

The Contractor shall provide spill kits to deal with oil, fuel and chemical spills and develop a spill
response procedure.

Waste segregation will be implemented on the basis of the following criteria:


1) Flammable substances must be kept away from sources of ignition.

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2) Acids must be segregated from alkalis


3) Strong corrosive agents must be kept away from gas cylinders.

Hazardous and non-hazardous waste will not be mixed. In case they have been mixed, it will be treated
as hazardous waste.

The cleaning personnel will store the segregated waste in skips at the central waste storage area.
The segregated waste from central waste storage area will be collected and disposed by the approved
environment service provider contracted by the contractor.
The site storekeeper will maintain proper waste manifest reports.
Offsite disposal of waste materials shall be in line with prevailing local environmental legislation. The
Contractor shall establish specific procedures for the segregation, collection and offsite disposal of:

• General waste (construction materials);


• Hazardous waste (including used spills kits);
• Non-Hazardous waste;
• Flammable waste;
• Medical waste;
• Food waste;
• Grey water / Black water.

Air Pollution on Protection


• Generation of dust is major contributor to Air Pollution at construction sites. Cement, sand
and aggregate should be properly covered after use
• Speed regulation on movement of construction equipment and vehicle.
• Proper maintenance of approach and service road to minimize dust generation.
• Control on vehicular emissions.
• Watering of dusty areas and cleaning on regular bas
• The Contractor and Sub-Contractors shall be prohibited from burning waste materials on site.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

Consultants must have an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to ensure
effective Environmental Protection throughout their area of operations and for operations that involve
their staff in activities in other areas.

Verify that the contractor has an approved procedure in place which defines an effective approach to
ensure effective Environmental Protection.

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Verify that the contractor is applying the approved Environmental protection approach in accordance
with the approved procedure and in accordance with any regulatory requirements specifically
applicable to the scope of works or operations.

Verify the suitability and integrity of record keeping related to Environmental Protection. Promptly notify
the contractor in the event that correction or improvement is required.

Periodically review the approved Environmental Protection procedure to verify its ongoing suitability.
Instruct the contractor to modify and or improve in accordance with the project or service requirements
and conditions.

TEMPLATE APPLICATION AND DISTRIBUTION

S/NO TEMPLATE/FORM ACTION BY APPLICATION


DESCRIPTION
1 HSE Incident Notification By Contractor The investigation and reporting of all
Report HSE incidents must be conducted in the
presence of a Consultant employee or
their designated representative in
accordance with Consultant Incident
Investigation, Reporting and Review
procedures.

All Serious Incidents must be


summarized in an HSE alert using
Consultant format communicated to all
project parties, and the editable copy
shall be shared with Consultant HSE
practitioner for further review and
distribution to all Consultant projects
2 Monthly Dash Board Initiate by Contractor and The contractor shall submit HSE
Consists of the following review by Consultant performance reports to Consultant on a
templates: monthly basis. These reports shall
1. HSE Notice Log include but not limited to:
2. HSE Incident Tracking
Log • Incident/ accident statistics and
3. HSE Notices Log trends with regards to Health,
4. HSE KPIs Safety, and Environmental.
• Lost Time Injury Frequency rate.
• Severity rate
• HSE training undertaken
• HSE inspections undertaken
• Violations
• Corrective action closed out
• HSE audits undertaken
• Number of safety alerts /
communications
• Resource consumption and
waste generation and disposal

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Site HSE performance will be discussed


at the monthly HSE meeting. The
following are to be submitted to
Consultant as part of the HSE monthly
report:

• Contractor Monthly HSE report


(KPI report)
• HSE Notices tracking Log - to
include improvement and /or
prohibition notices
• Site Weekly Safety Checklist
report
• Incident Tracking Log –
including serious and non-
serious events
3 HSE Contractor Work Issue by Consultant to CWPN will issued to the contractor in the
Prohibition Notice Contractor event of non-compliance of high risk
activities and or repeated safety issues
that has not been addressed.
4 HSE Contractor Work Issue by Consultant to CWIN will be issued to the contractor in
Improvement Notice Contractor the event of poor site HSE performance.
5 HSE Alert Contractor and Consultant All Serious Incidents must be
summarized in an HSE alert using
Consultant format communicated to all
project parties, and the editable copy
shall be shared with Consultant HSE
practitioner for further review and
distribution to all Consultant projects.

6 Risk Assessment Form Initiate by the Contractor The Contractor shall review the risk
and will be reviewed by assessment upon any change in the
Consultant scope of work and/or at predetermined
intervals during long-term projects that
are carried out over a period exceeding
12 months.

A copy of the risk assessment must be


available on site for inspection by
Consultant, Consultant’s representative
or a relevant authority’s HSE Inspector.

The high level risk assessment and


subsequent reviews shall be kept as
records in the HSE File

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APPENDIX – 1
Training Matrix
HSE HSE Office On site
S.No Training PM Officer Auditor
Manager Staff staff
1 Site Safety Induction X X X X X X
2 First Aid X X X X X
3 Fire Fighting X X X
4 Work Safety induction X X
5 Emergency response X X X X X X
6 Risk Assessment X X X X X
7 Accident Investigation X X X X X
8 Lead Auditor X X
9 Internal Auditor X X
10 Nebosh Certificate X X
11 Coshh awareness X X
12 PPE X X X X
13 Road safety X X X X X
14 Heat Stress X X X X
15 Electrical Safety X X X X
16 Permit to work X X X
17 Hot work operations X X X
Lift equipment and
18 X X
accessories
19 Portable power tools X X
20 Risk in Overhead services X X
Risk in Underground
21 X X
services
22 Waste management X X X X X
23 Confined space X X X
24 Radiation awareness X X X
25 Heath X X X X X
26 Tool box talk X X X
27 Manual handling X X
28 Environment awareness X X X X
29 Flagger X X
30 Work at night X X
31 Work at height X X
32 Road safety sign boards X X X X
33 OSHAD CoPs X X X
34 Risk management X X X
35 Incident reporting X X X X X

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APPENDIX – 2

ISO Certificates

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APPENDIX – 3

HSE Incident Notification Report

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APPENDIX – 4

Major HSE Incident Investigation Report

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Major HSE Incident Investigation Report

Required Content of Investigation Report


Contents
1. Summary of the Incident
2. Details of the Incident
3. Emergency Management
4. Details of the Incident Investigation Approach
5. Details of the Response
6. Details of the HSE Management System
7. People
8. Cause Analysis
9. Corrective Action
• Appendices

1 Summary of the Incident


Document a brief summary of:
• What happened – when it happened – where it happened - Impacts and outcomes arising from the
incident (people, environment, assets)
• People involved
• Details of the response arrangements
• Details of the work / contract package, interested / involved parties / immediate stakeholders, scope of
work and the status of work at the time of the incident.
• Reference to any regulatory requirements applicable to the scope of work
• Site / Workplace conditions
• Buildings and or equipment involved
• Consequences arising as a result of the incident

2 Details of the Incident


Details of contract / work / site / identification references as applicable
Following the general content structure outlined above, produce a detailed account of the incident, incorporating
maps, drawings, instructions, images and diagrams that provide a clear account and records of events, cross
referencing as required, to witness statements, operational records, other documents and media contained within
or outside the report.
Provide links to meeting minutes, action plans, statements, interim / third party reports, medical, police, relevant
company records and other reports.
3 Emergency Management
Where an emergency situation arises as a result of the incident, the arrangements to manage the situation shall
be summarized within this report. Full details of the emergency management arrangements shall be separately
reported, including operations to recover and where appropriate, dispose of waste including hazardous materials.
4 Details of the Incident Investigation Approach
Structure and organization of investigation team. Definition of roles and responsibilities of individuals and the
team. Details of investigation approach and assessment of the effectiveness of the investigation approach.
Schedule of investigation activities and assignments – planned and actual
Provide links to meeting minutes and action plans
5 Details of the Response
Provide a detailed account of the planned response provisions for incidents of this type.
Provide a detailed and accurate sequential account of the actual events covering the period prior to the incident
through to the time when the immediate impacts of the event were under control.
Compare the ‘planned’ and ‘actual approach’ and identify differences that require resolution.
Details of an immediate corrective action shall be recorded

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6 Details of the HSE Management System


This shall specifically how the organizations management system addresses operations and events of the type
where the incident occurred and shall define the provisions made to define and manage risks including individual
roles and responsibilities.
7 People
Produce a table to illustrate details of any people required / actually involved in the procedures together with
statements to define their roles and responsibilities. This should illustrate the planned number / type /
competence required, alongside a record of the actual resource assignments. Links to appropriate records,
including training records, shall be provided.
8 Cause Analysis
The report shall draw conclusions about immediate and underlying causes of the incident.
A detailed and systematic approach shall be applied to determine the causes of the incident. This report shall
illustrate details of the technique used to determine the causes, and must demonstrate that as an outcome, all
reasonable underlying causes have been considered.
It shall identify where controls for risk were absent, inadequate or not properly implemented
It shall assess the effectiveness of emergency procedures in mitigating the consequences
It shall examine the evidence concerning compliance with legal and other relevant standards, draw conclusions
on where breaches have occurred and the extent of the breaches and whether the evidence is sufficient to
support enforcement action
9 Corrective Action
Define the corrective actions required to fully address the underlying causes of the incident. Apply a reference
system that allows reconciliation.
Summarize the corrective action required, responsibility for implementation and verification, and any limitation or
restriction placed on the resumption of operations. Completion dates shall be identified for each action

Appendices
1. Regulations, procedures, documentation and records applied at the time of the incident
2. All Regulations, procedures, documentation and records applicable to the activity which lead to the
incident
3. Complete documentation covering the investigation including, but not limited to; investigation team
composition and terms of reference, minutes of meetings, investigation reports, witness statements
4. Drawings, plans, photographs that are additional to those presented in the main body of the report
5. Complete documentation of the cause analysis
6. Details of individuals involved, including training and other appropriate records
7. Details of building and assets, including mobile equipment assets involved in the incident, compete with
relevant operation and maintenance details
8. Where applicable - details of any hazardous or environmentally damaging substances involved
9. Additional details as required to fully define approved corrective actions including details of
implementation monitoring and verification.
10. Where appropriate – details of any remedial works required to reinstate an area to an acceptable
condition
11. Any other relevant information

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APPENDIX – 5
Consultant Monthly HSE Report

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APPENDIX – 6
HSE Plan Review Checklist

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