CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND

HEALTH PROGRAM

CIRCUIT MAKATI, CALLISTO TOWER II.

Document Reference No. Rev. Rev. date Status

[01 -17 -2024 - 001] 0 January 17, 2024 Issued for Approval

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Table of Contents Page No.

Safety and Health Policy 2

Organization 3

Role of MPC Safety Group 4

Key Performance Areas 5

Functions of MPC Safety Group 6

Safety & Health Objectives 7

Operation and Implementation 8

Safety Education & Training 9

Consultation & Communication 10

Work Method Statements 11

Permits 12

Safety Inspections 13

Personal Protective Equipment 14

Fire Protection and Control 15

Documentation and Document Control 16

Emergency Preparedness 17

Accidents, Incidents, and Non-conformances 18

Safety Performance Measurement and Monitoring 19

Management Review 20

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MAGPRIME CORPORATION GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
CORPORATE SAFETY AND HEALTH POLICY

MAGPRIME CORPORATION GENERAL CONSTRUCTION believes that no job or task is more

important than worker health and safety.

Every effort shall be exerted to make a task safe. Any unprotected job observed which may pose a
potential threat to the health or safety of anybody in the workplace shall be reported so that
management can take the necessary action.

Every procedure must be a safe procedure such that the completed work shall meet MPCs minimum
requirements for safety, timeliness, workmanship and quality.

The Corporation is committed to continually improve its safety management system. As construction
managers, the Corporation shall ensure that contractors carry out all works consistent with safety
standards and practices, and in a manner that complies with all relevant statutory requirements on
safety and health, and client rules and regulations, to prevent personal injury and damage to property
in the workplace.

Marco Antonio A. De Guzman

President

Organization Chart
MPC’s General Manager :

Marco Antonio De Guzman

MPC’s Safety Group:

Jesus Bodonia - SO II

Head: MPC’s Safety

Consultant.

Staff: Project Engineers :

Engr. Lindsay G. Senarillos

(Service Stations).

Project Safety Engineers (out-sourced safety consultant and/or Safety engineers

hired on a project basis).

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Role of MAGPRIME CORP, Safety Group:

The MPC’s Safety Group shall administer the safety and health program for the Organization and all
projects being undertaken by MPC’s:

Provide direction, timely advice and service to MPC’s and Makati Development Corporation.
management on project related safety issues.

Provide direction to project safety engineers on the conduct and implementation of the safety
program.

Provide direction and advice to contractors to ensure compliance to construction safety and health
standards (D.O. 13), OSH Standards, and all relevant laws on safety, as well as compliance to Makati
Development Corporation Corporation rules and regulations.

Key Performance Areas:

Development and implementation of accident prevention policies and programs.

Identification and appraisal of construction work hazards.

Evaluation and measurement of the effectiveness of the safety management system.

Communication of relevant information to all concerned.

Functions of the MAGPRIME CORP. Safety Group:

1. Coordinate with MPC’s project manager on safety issues of the project/s.

2. Ensure that all contractors comply with DOLE requirements regarding registration,
employment of safety practitioners, and all requirements on OSH, particularly, DO 13.

3. Review and evaluate the safety programs, work methodology, job safety analysis’, Hazid &
construction safety assessments, and emergency preparedness programs of contractors.

4. Maintain close coordination and meet regularly with contractors and safety personnel through the
creation of Project Safety Committee to discuss safety issues in the job site.

5. Ensure that contractor- employed safety personnel are qualified and certified by the Department
of Labor & Employment (DOLE).

6. Ensure that all accidents and incidents are properly investigated and recommendations for
corrective actions are implemented on a timely basis.

7. Ensure that all company and contractors’ personnel are provided with personal protective
equipment (PPE) appropriate for each job.

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8. Ensure that all contractor personnel for specialty jobs are competent and duly certified for the
work assigned.

9. Ensure that all heavy construction equipment being used in the job site have valid third party
certification and are being maintained in good condition. Operators of this equipment shall also
have third party certification.

10. Ensure that all contractors comply with required permit procedures on hot work, confined space
entry, lockout, excavation, and all other work permits that may be required.

11. Conduct regular project safety inspections. Establish safety procedures

12. Ensure that all construction workers have attended the required safety orientation training at
initial assignment of duties, and annually thereafter. Training shall be conducted by qualified
safety trainers.

13. Monitor and evaluate contractor safety performance.

Safety & Health Objectives:

The objective of this program is to build safety awareness among all personnel working in the
different projects to ensure that all work are accomplished in the safest manner possible.

Specific safety and health objectives shall be established by MAGPRIME CORP. on a yearly
basis which shall be consistent with the corporate safety policy.

Implementation & Operation

Safety education and training:

MAGPRIME CORP, safety personnel are trained on construction safety and health standards.

Contractor safety personnel are trained on construction safety and health standards.

Contractor workers shall undergo safety orientation at initial assignment of duties, and annually
thereafter. Other trainings that may be required shall be conducted.

Consultation and Communication:

A safety committee shall be created at each job site which shall conduct regular weekly safety
committee meetings.

Contractor safety personnel shall conduct daily tool box meetings in their respective areas prior to
start of work, and big job meetings on a regular basis.

A Procedure for reporting hazards in the job site shall be established

B Permits

C Work permits shall be secured by the contractor as required.

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  Hot work permit
 Confined space entry
 Excavation permit
 Other permits as required.

MAGPRIME CORP, safety personnel shall be responsible for the issuance of permits and monitoring
and ensuring that safety procedures pertaining to the permit issued are followed. Work permits shall
be displayed at or in the immediate vicinity of the work being conducted:

Work Method Statements/JSA

Together with the application for work permit, the contractor shall be required to submit, for
MPC’s evaluation, work method statement(MS) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to cover the
description of the erection, testing, lifting, and other works to be performed, including safety
precautions required.

Work permits shall only be approved after the MS and JSA have been evaluated to the satisfaction
of MAGPRIME CORP. Safety.

Safety Inspections:

Contractor safety personnel shall carry out regular safety inspections and daily walk- throughs in their
work areas and shall submit a report to MAGPRIME CORP, on a weekly basis.

MAGPRIME CORP, safety personnel shall conduct regular and unscheduled inspections of all job
sites to check on corrective actions implemented. Regular equipment inspections shall be conducted.
Inspection checklists shall be used to make inspections systematic.

Personal Protective Equipment:

a. Approved safety head gear (hard hats) meeting the requirements of ANSI Z 89.1 (standard for
head protection) shall be worn as standard safety equipment in job sites to protect workers from
falling hazards.

b. Protective eye wear shall be worn when there are potential hazards from flying objects or
particles, chemicals, arcing, glare, or dust. Minimum eye protection shall be clear glasses/lens
with side shields meeting the requirements of ANZI Z87.1 (standard for eye protection).

Approved Safety shoes or boots meeting the requirements of ANZI Z 41.1 (standard for foot
protection) shall be worn as standard safety equipment in job sites to protect workers from foot
hazards such as falling objects, chemicals, or sharp objects. Athletic or canvas-type shoes shall not be
allowed.

Protective gloves or clothing shall be worn when required.

Harnesses and lanyards shall be utilized for fall protection as required by construction safety
standards. Other personal protection that may be needed for the job shall be provided.
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Fire Protection and control:

Contractors shall establish a fire protection and prevention plan based on the fire prevention
regulations of Makati Development Corporation., and the following basic fire prevention policies:

- Smoking is permitted only in designated areas approved by Makati Development Corporation.

- Welding and oxy-acetylene cutting are prohibited outside designated areas unless covered by an
approved hot work permit.

- Approved fire extinguishers must be available at all job sites, particularly where hot work or uses
of gas/flammable liquids are performed. Every welding machine and cutting equipment in use
must be provided each with one unit of fire extinguisher.
- All fire extinguishers shall be maintained in operational condition at all times.

- Good housekeeping in the work area shall be strictly enforced to avoid fire hazards.

Documentation and Document Control:

Procedure shall be established for keeping and controlling records of:

 Permits
 Inspections
 Accident and incident reports
 Safety performance monitoring reports
 Government reportorial requirements and compliance.
 Trainings conducted including attendance
list. Safety standards and other data.

Emergency Preparedness:

a. All contractors shall formulate and submit an emergency preparedness plan for the project,
including medical emergencies.

b. MAGPRIME CORP. shall review and evaluate emergency plans submitted by each
contractor, including emergency communication procedure.

c. MAGPRIME CORP, shall monitor conduct of emergency training and periodic drills of
contractors. At least one (1) fire drill shall be conducted every 6 months.

Accidents, Incidents, Non-conformance's:

All accidents and incidents shall be reported and investigated by the contractor safety personnel and
submitted to the MAGPRIME CORP. safety group. The initial report shall be submitted within 24
hours after occurrence of the accident/incident. Final investigation report shall be submitted within 48
hours of occurrence.

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All non-conformances (unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, violations of construction standards) shall be
corrected immediately or as soon as practical. Work shall be stopped if the non-conformance will
cause eminent danger to life or damage to property.

Accidents, incidents and non-conformances shall be discussed in the regular safety committee
meetings with a view of preventing recurrence.

A follow up procedure shall be established for ensuring that safety recommendations for corrective
actions are acted upon.

MAGPRIME CORP. safety personnel shall monitor accident/incident occurrences.

Safety Performance Measurement and Monitoring:

 Proactive measures of safety performance:

 Conduct of tool box meetings

 Conduct of regular safety inspections and walk throughs.

 Timeliness of accident/incident investigation and reporting.

 Housekeeping practices.

 Reactive measures of safety performance:

 Disabling injury frequency

 rates Disabling injury severity

 rates First aid case reports.

 Incident reports

Assessment of performance of contractor site safety engineer

Contractors Responsibilities

A. Site Project Manager (PM)

Ensure the creation of a Project Safety Plan that complies with the requirements of the company and
clients safety policy.

Ensure that work is executed according to the Safety Plan

Monitor the implementation of the Project Safety Plan and that the plan is reviewed as and when
necessary

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Promote an interest, enthusiasm and commitment to Health, Safety, and Environment issues
throughout the Project.

Seek and approve recommendations necessary for the improvement of the safety
plan.

Assign competent, well-trained and knowledgeable workers and personnel

Site Project Engineers, Supervisor, Foreman

Be aware of the requirements of the Project Safety Plan, Safe Construction Methodologies, Job
Hazards

Analysis and safety procedures relevant to the individual’s specific area of responsibility.

Plan and maintain a good housekeeping and orderly work place such that work can be carried out
with minimal risk to environmental health and safety.

Ensure that work is carried out as planned and regularly inspect all work areas to ensure the safety of
all activities, equipment, and materials in his area of responsibility.

Ensure that all workers and personnel including the affected personnel such as operators and other
crafts are protected.

Correct hazardous condition as soon as they are detected or reported.

Incorporate safety instructions into routine orders and ensure that workers are not required or
permitted to take unnecessary risk.

Respond to the recommendations of the Project Safety Adviser.

Encourage the use of safe methods by being a leader in the safe performance of duties.

Recognize workers those who performed safe and reprimand those who do not.

Initiate and participate in incident/accident investigations.

Conduct Daily Tool box or gang meeting at work site.

Contractor’s Safety Officer

1. Recognition, detection, identification of hazards and safety problems.

 Inspect work sites, conditions and practices in compliance with occupational safety and
health standards, and the project safety plan.

 Observe operations and activities for unsafe acts and behaviors.

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  Investigate minor or major violations, incident/accidents and other safety-related
issues/problems.

 Identify project hazards from analyses of accident reports and hazard reports.

 Make hazard analysis of work methods and procedures.

 Determine hazards and causes of safety problems referred by workers.

2. Evaluation of accidental risks.

Evaluate risks of recognized hazards to determine priorities of corrective actions and levels of
concern.

Communicate promptly high-level risks to concerned parties (i.e. Project owner, clients EHS and
ERT.)

Stop immediately operation, project or activity in case of imminent danger.

3. Determination of corrective actions and improvement programs.

Recommend to Project in-charge or concerned supervisor that corrective actions be done to

corresponding hazards and problems identified.

Review the corrective actions of PIC and supervisors to ensure compliance with safety standards.

4. Assistance in implementing safety programs, corrective action

Conduct safety training / orientation.

Provide safety information, advice and recommendation as required.

Positively influence project management and supervision to take required safety actions.

Ensure that the implementation of Intel guidelines required for the said project is being followed.

5. Tracking and evaluation of risk control measures

 Verify and report status of action items from inspection reports, observation reports, accident
investigation reports, hazard analysis reports, safety committee minutes, and other safety-related
reports. Periodically provide meaningful safety statistics and safety performance indicators.

6. Evaluate and recommend safety guidelines and procedure for the improvement of the safety plan to
the project manager.

7. Perform daily safety audits and establish good record keeping system of project safety
performance/indicator.

8. Initiate and participate in incident/accident investigations.

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Employee’s Responsibilities

Each employee has a responsibility to himself for his own safety. He also has as responsibility to his
family, to his fellow workers, to the community, and to the company. Employees will:

Comply with all company rules including company safety policies and all government safety
regulations.

Follow instructions from their supervisors.

Use personal protective equipment and devices provided for machinery, equipment, tools, and
processes.

Report all accidents and injuries immediately.

Report all unsafe conditions to their supervisors.

Subcontractors’ responsibility

Each subcontractor is required to comply with provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health
Standards, statutory, local and owner’s regulations specific to this project.

Each subcontractor shall nominate and appoint their own safety supervisors who shall be responsible
for implementing the pertinent requirements of this plan.

Each subcontractor is required to undergo their entire supervisor’s to Basic Occupational Safety and
Health training and seminar.

General Requirements:

Permission and special instructions related to the safety and security of work in any area on site.

Before any work is started, the insurance certificate and/or other permits that may be required by the
public authorities or the client in connection with the performance of their contract shall be on file in
the site Field Office.

Each subcontractor shall have a written Safety Program. This includes, but is not limited to, the
following:

Furnish approved personal safety equipment for employees (hard hats, eye protection, safety
harnesses, personal fall arrest equipment, etc.)

Provide training, instruction, and monitoring for personal protective equipment to work in hazardous
locations or perform special projects.

Give instructions to all employees as to the nature of the work, hazards of the job, use of protective
equipment, safety rules and site rules under which they will work.

Report all accidents and injuries immediately. Each subcontractor is responsible for filling out any
required reports or records. Transportation of injured employees is the responsibility of the

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subcontractor. A copy of the subcontractor accident report must be submitted to the general
contractor.

Follow the job site housekeeping rules dealing with proper disposal and storage of debris or materials.

Keep flammable liquids in approved safety containers and stored in specific areas as assigned with
proper firefighting equipment.

Other fire protection and preventive measures are mandatory. This includes fire extinguishers, proper
storage of materials and supplies, and other procedures to protect flammable or combustible materials
or areas on site.

Each subcontractor will provide his/her own fire extinguishers to protect his/her own equipment,
materials, buildings, and storage and work areas. Fire extinguishers must be inspected and tagged at
least annually.

All job site equipment such as trucks, motor cranes, forklifts, boom trucks, etc., must meet all local,
national and site regulations and should be equipped with fire extinguishers.

All scaffolds, work platforms, and open sided floors shall be protected with handrails and toe boards.

Safety harnesses will be used for work being performed form elevated areas of greater than 6 feet.

Any trench, cut or hole over 5 feet deep will be properly shored, sloped or otherwise protected.
Access to and from such areas must be provided within 25 feet of where employees are working.

All trucks, cranes, bulldozers, and other mobile equipment shall be parked in designated areas and
locked or otherwise secured after normal working hours.

Any work areas, confined or enclosed spaces shall be monitored for oxygen and/or hazardous gas, or
ventilated before employees are allowed to enter. Such spaces will be identified, marked and proper
access maintained with written daily records. Employees will be instructed as to the hazards and
proper working procedure before entry into such areas. A Confined Space Permit is required from the
General
Contractor.

Any work area that presents a hazard such as overhead work, open holes, etc. will be blocked off
barricaded.

All welding, cutting or hot work being performed will require protection from slag and/or sparks in
the area under or close to such work. A hot work permit is required from the General Contractor. A
fire watch is required for 30 minutes after completion of hot work.

Any hazardous materials used in the performance of the work will be listed with a Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) from the manufacturer and filed in the Field Office. Subcontractors will instruct
their employees in the proper use and/or disposal of hazardous material.

All tools and equipment brought onto the site for subcontractor use are subject to inspection and
approval by the General Contractor.

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Loaning of tools and equipment to other subcontractors is not recommended due to the possibility of
faulty use and the liability that follows the piece of equipment.

All of the above procedures are mandatory for all contractors as well as their subcontractor, if any.

These are only minimum requirements and should be used as a guide to a safe site

Disciplinary actions for subcontractor’s safety violations shall be in monetary form. Monetary
penalties and fines shall be defined and agreed by Project management team and all subcontractors
involved in the project. Fine will be deducted in the subcontractor’s billing. Collected fines will be
used as additional budget for celebrating safety milestone, reward and recognition program

Construction Safety Practices

 Work Implementation
 Prior to work Execution

All employees / workers go through:

 New Workers Orientation
 New Contractors Orientation (by SPML)
 5’s (housekeeping) Orientation
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
 Hand and Power Tools Orientation
 Scope of work
 Security orientation

4.1.1.2 Site Workers Safety Training Fall protection and ladder safety
 Scaffolding safety
 Fire safety
 Control of Hazardous Energies

4.1.2 During Work Execution

 Daily Tool Box Meeting
 Weekly Safety Meeting
 Safety Observation System, Level 1, 2 & 3
 Job Safety Analysis
 Safety Committee Meeting
 Man-hour report

4.1.3 Post Work Execution

4.1.3.1 Safety Indicators

 Final Man-hour report

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  Loss day cases First
 Aid cases
 Final SOR report

4.1.3.2Safety Review
 Low lights
 Highlights
 Lessons learned
 Improvement

4.2 WORK PERMIT

1. Makati Development Corporation. work permit shall be followed properly. It is the project
supervisor responsibility to provide all necessary work permits needed on the project. No
work shall be made without the approval of all signatories of stakeholders involved in the
project.

2. Safe Plan of Action must be establish prior to commencing of any works.

3. All required permits carried-out on the task to be perform must be completely complied and
followed (i.e Plenum work permit, Hot works permit etc.)

4. Work permit and Safe Plan of Action must be discussed to all concerned employees involved
in the project.

5. All permits required must be read and understand and be signed by all employees involved in
the project.

All work permits including safe plan of action must be posted visible at work area.

4.3 SCAFFOLDING AND LADDERS SAFETY (FALL PROTECTION)

1. The major hazards associated with the use of scaffolding and ladders are falling men, material
or tools.

2. Scaffolds are generally classified by the loading of work platforms as light, medium or heavy
duty with design platform loadings of 25 (122), 50 (224), and 75 (366) psf (kg/m2),
respectively.

3. The following requirements are applicable to all scaffold work platforms:

 A guardrail shall enclose all working platforms more than 10 ft. (3m) above ground or floor
level.
 Guardrail shall be located 42 in. (1050 mm) above platform.Work platform shall be
completely decked with no openings.
 Adequate access to each work platform shall be provided. If ladders are used, they shall be
securely tied to scaffolding.
 Planks shall be fastened / secured and kept clean.

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 4. As applicable, continuous scaffolding is to be tied and secured to structure being scaffold at 25
ft. intervals horizontally and 25 ft. vertically.

5. All materials used for scaffolding shall be periodically inspected to confirm condition
satisfactory for continued use.

6. Suitable footings shall be provided to prevent uneven settlement and loading of vertical support
for scaffolding

7. If adjusting screws are used, they shall be installed only at base plates. They shall never be
used on scaffolds with casters.

8. When erecting or using rolling scaffolds, casters shall be locked in position. Personnel are not
permitted on rolling scaffold while it is being moved. Any tool or material on scaffold to be
moved shall be secured.

9. Straight or extension ladders shall be used at an angle of about 75 degrees with the horizontal
(4:1 ratio) with the top extending at least 3 ft. 900 mm) above the point of top support and
securely tied at that point.

10. Personnel shall have both hands unencumbered when climbing ladders. All climbing and
descending shall be done facing the ladder.

11. Metal ladders shall not be used in the vicinity of electrical equipment or circuits.

12. When using stepladder considerations should be given to tying off or holding to stabilize.

13. Scaffolds must be plumb and level at all times.

4.4WELDING, BURNING AND CUTTING

4.4.1 The major hazards associated with burning and welding operations are:
 Heat and fire
 Electrical shock
 Toxic gases and fumes
 Intense light, ultraviolet or infrared rays
 Restricted visibility while working

4.4.2 Proper care of welding and burning equipment is a requisite for minimizing hazards.
 All gas cylinders shall have their contents clearly labeled.
 Gas cylinders shall always be stored, transported, used and secured in an upright position.
Valve keys must be on cylinder when in use.
 Cylinder cup must be in-place when stored cylinders are not in use.
 Gas hoses shall be regularly checked for abrasion, cuts, leaky joints or other damage.
Welding cable shall be similarly checked for external damage and for properly connected and
insulated joints. In running hoses and cables to work, preferably they should be located
overhead. If not possible, and particularly in heavy traffic areas, protective cover should be
provided when run on the ground.
 Never use grease or oil on equipment (cylinders, hoses and torches) handling oxygen.
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  Oxygen shall not be used for ventilation or cooling, blowing dust or cleaning work.
 Safety device for hoses and torches must be provided. A flash back arrester must be used.
 Frames of electric welding machines are to be grounded.
 Use crocodile clamp for grounding cables. Never used improvise clamps.

4.4.3 In preparing for welding and burning, it shall be ensured that:

 Sparks or molten metal will not fall on people or combustible materials particularly from
work at elevated location.
 Work is screened or isolated to preclude exposure of adjacent workmen to welding flash.
 Water and Fire blankets must be available at all time on work location.
 Work is properly grounded for electric welding. Pipe containing oil, gas or other combustible
material and conduits and structures for electricity transmissions shall not be used for
grounds.
 Fire extinguisher is available within 50 ft. (15 m) of work. For work at elevated location or in
confined space, extinguisher shall be at work location.
 Work location is adequately ventilated. For welding or burning materials containing zinc,
lead, cadmium, chromium or beryllium, respirators or fresh air masks are required for poorly
ventilated or confined workspaces.
 Work pieces shall be properly supported for the operation to be done.

4.4.4 While doing the work, welders and burners must use the personal protective equipment
required for the job. Normally this will include tinted eye protection, which greatly restricts the
user’s visibility. For this reason, thorough preparation for the job is important before starting work.
Hand or power tools are frequently used in conjunction with welding and burning operations
requiring additional protective equipment.

4.5 STEEL AND PIPING ERECTION

4.5.1 The principal hazards associated with steel and piping erection are:
 Moving and falling material and equipment.
 Fire and heat.
 Crushing and pinching.
 Falling workers.
 Cranes and rigging.

4.5.2 The provision of a safe working area for people doing pipe and steel erection is
critical to doing the job safely.
 For all work more than 10 ft. (3 m) above grade, a work platform enclosed with a guardrail
should be provided. Where this cannot be done, workers shall use full body harness with
lanyards.
 Prevention of falling tools and material is also critical, particularly where work is done
overhead of other workers. Keep nuts and bolts in a secured container until they are installed.
All tools and materials must be secured. Use nylon cord to tie-off.

4.5.3 Welding and burning is usually a part of steel and piping erection. Refer to Section on
Welding, Burning and Cutting for safety practices to be followed.

4.5.4 While installing steel and piping, provide adequate supports/temporary connection to
hold it firmly in place until permanent means of fastening are completed.

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  Exercise care in removal of temporary connections to prevent falling material and damage to
newly installed material.

4.5.5 When lifting steel and piping into place, keep hands off ends of pipe and steel to avoid
crushing or pinching.
 Use drift pins and/or temporary guides to fit material in its place. Use tag lines on all steel
and pipe being lifted with crane.
 Do not remove slings from crane hook or load until material has been secured in its intended
position.

4.5.6 Welding of temporary lugs and supports to steel and piping shall be closely controlled.
 Such welding is forbidden on equipment that has been post weld heat-treated or materials that
will have their physical characteristics changed by welding.

4.5.7 Eye protection shall be worn when using striking wrenches, hammers, or mauls.
Extensions (cheaters) shall not be used on wrenches to give added leverage.

4.5.8 When manually moving steel or pipe suspended from hoisting equipment into position,
it should be pushed, not pulled, to keep the material away from workmen handling it.

4.5.9 Pipe and steel shall be cold sprung into position only when specified on drawings.
Alignment tolerances shall be maintained, and material altered if required to meet these
tolerances.

4.5.10 Flange spreaders, nut wedges, shall be used for separating pipe flanges. Keep fingers
out of spread flanges – use tools and bolts to position gaskets.

4.5.11 Chain hoists and come-along are designed for straight pulls only.
 They should be so positioned when using to avoid slippage and/or failure for the tools.
 Ratchet handled tools shall be manipulated to avoid handle striking worker if a kickback
occurs.

4.5.12 Tag lines should be used to control the load during the lift.

4.6 RIGGING

4.6.1 The hazards associated with rigging are:

 Swinging, falling, or moving material and equipment.
 Pinching and crushing.
 Whipping cables and ropes.

4.6.2 Equipment to be used shall be capable of handling the load. The load capacity of all
lifting equipment shall be clearly indicated by labeling or load charts provided at the
equipment
operator’s location.

4.6.3 Detailed planning for all heavy lifts should begin during the construction planning stage
of the project. Such planning will assure that lifts are made safely and expeditiously.

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 For planning purposes, a heavy lift is defined as any lift exceeding 100 tons or 80% of the
capacity of the lifting equipment; any lifts exceeding 50 tons with limited lifting equipment
clearance; any lift requiring the use of two or more pieces of equipment in unison; or any lift
made over operating equipment or areas with people.
The planning should be detailed to include the following for each lift:

 Equipment to be used and load capacity charts.

 Position of equipment to be used.
 Size of lifting cables and slings.
 Location and capacity of lifting lugs on equipment to be lifted.
 Boom lengths, angles and radius of lift.
 Proportional loads for multi-equipment lifts.
 Bracing/reinforcement required on equipment to be lifted.
 Although the above guidelines are designed for heavy or major lifts, reviews by the riggers
and operators covering these same concerns should also apply to lifts of any size.

4.6.4 Rigging normally requires some type of slinging to attach the load to lifting equipment.

All slings should be tagged with their safe working load.

Slings shall be regularly inspected for abrasion, kinks, crushing, stretching, cuts, broken
strands, corrosion and lubrication.
 Paddling or softeners shall be installed between sling and material being lifted at corners to
protect slings and to avoid crushing of material at sling location.
4.7 HAND AND POWER TOOLS

4.7.1 The hazards associated with the use of hand and power tools are:
 Failure or disintegration of tool
 Proximity to moving or cutting parts of tool
 Flying particles from tool and work
 Heat and sparks
 Electrical shock
 Crushing or pinching

4.7.2 Tools that are right for the job, in safe condition and used properly will provide
productivity as well as safe work conditions.
 Wood handles on tools shall be free of splinters, cracks, and solidly attached to their working
heads.
 Electric powered tools shall be double insulated or properly grounded. Electric cords shall be
maintained free of cuts, abrasion and kinks. Cords shall not be used for hoisting tools.
 Tools with exposed moving parts shall be provided with guards to minimize exposure of tool
operator.
 All powered tools shall be stopped and, as applicable, air or electric supply disconnected, to
make any adjustments to tool. Fuel powered tools shall be shut down for refueling.
 Impact-type (percussion) tools shall have suitable retainers to hold tool bits in place during
operation.
 Extension or leverage increasers shall not be used on tool handles.
 Tools with “mushroomed” striking faces shall not be used. If these faces are to be dressed,
tool shall be inspected for cracks and proper temper restored before reusing.
 “Dead-man” controls on tools so equipped shall not be rendered ineffective.
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  The rated grinding wheel and cutting blade speed shall be compatible with the speed and
power capability of the driving shaft.
 All tools shall be regularly inspected, repaired and lubricated as required to maintain them in
a safe condition.
 Powder-actuated tools shall include safety features that minimize possibility of accidental
firing. These tools are to be handled and treated as firearms with strict control of cartridges,
and shall be used only by qualified operators.
 Personal protective equipment requirements for each type of tool shall be established and
enforced.
 Air hoses and electric cords leading to tools at work area shall be located or covered to
protect them from external mechanical damage.

4.8 MATERIALS HANDLING

4.8.1 The hazards associated with material handling are:

 Falling or moving material and equipment.
 Pinching or crushing.
 Cuts, punctures and abrasions.
 Strains.

4.8.2 Proper storage will reduce potential for damage and assist in the safe handling of
materials.
 Material shall be stored to provide access for men and equipment when handling and
moving. Aisles and access ways shall be kept free.
 Material shall be stored off the ground by use of pallets, chocks.
 Flammable or combustible materials shall be segregated and potential hazards identified.
Suitable fire protection equipment shall be provided at storage areas for combustible
materials and potential sources of ignition shall be restricted from these areas.

4.8.3. Mobile equipment is frequently used for handling materials.

 When moving, material shall be secured to the vehicle.
 During transportation any overhanging material shall be tagged or marked for easy visibility.
 For heavy or bulky material, routes of movement shall be checked for clearance and load
carrying adequacy.
 Passengers are not permitted to ride on material handling equipment.

4.8.4 Uncrating of material poses hazards.

 Care must be exercised in removing straps or bands by using the proper tools and protective
equipment.
 When dismantling wooden crates, nails shall be removed or bent over and lumber neatly
stacked for disposal.

4.9 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

4.9.1 The major hazards of electricity are electrical shock and the accompanying possibility
of death.

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  Fatal electrical shock can be sustained with voltages of 120 or less with current as low as 50 –
200 mili-amperes (mA). These numbers indicate that care must be exercised with any work
utilizing electricity since the hazard is present over the range of currents and voltages in
service at construction site. Because the distribution system is temporary and because of
conditions inherent with a construction site, much activity, crowded, water and dust – care in
the layout and installations of the temporary electrical system is required.
 The major source and distribution equipment (generators, transformers and switch racks)
shall be isolated by fences or in building with access restricted to authorized personnel only.
 All temporary circuits at the construction site shall be grounded with the ground circuit
having a resistance no greater than 25 ohms.
 All circuits shall be provided with fuses or circuit breakers sized to prevent overloading of
the wire and equipment in the circuit.
 All non-current carrying metal frames or containers of electrical equipment shall be
grounded.
 People and equipment shall locate the conductors for the temporary electrical distribution
system to minimize possible external damage and/or contact. Conduits or protective covering
may be required in areas of heavy traffic or congestion. Only qualified electricians shall do
any alteration or extension to the system.
 The use of a 12-volt temporary lighting system is recommended for work inside towers,
vessels or other confined moist or dusty areas.

4.9.2 A lock and tag out procedure shall be established and used for any work to be done on
circuits, or equipment powered by energized circuits.

4.9.3 When working in an operating substation or substations with energized buses, barriers
shall be provided and identification signs installed to segregate workers from “live”
equipment. Special Personal Protective Equipment for Energized Electrical Works shall
be used
4.9.4 All portable electric powered tools shall be grounded or double insulated. Cords for
these tools shall be run and located to minimize possible damage to cord. Cords shall
not be used for hoisting tools.
4.9.5 Where more than one voltage level is in service at a site, each receptacle shall have its
voltage identified.

4.10 PAINTING

4.10.1 The hazards associated with painting are:

 Toxic fumes
 Flammable materials
 Falls
 Dust and flying particles

4.10.2 Painting frequently includes the use of toxic and/or flammable materials. Prior to
staring work, workmen shall be made aware of the hazards of the materials they are
using and the protective equipment required. When using flammable or combustible
materials in confined spaces, adequate ventilation must be provided. Respiratory
equipment shall be used as the conditions and materials dictate on Material Data Sheet
(MSDS).

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4.10.3 Surface preparation for painting can present a variety of hazards dependent on the
method used. When solvent cleaning, the toxic and combustion characteristics of the
solvent shall determined and appropriate protection is provided.
 When mechanical cleaning, such as chipping, scraping or wire brushing, eye protection is
mandatory.
 If sandblasting is done, workmen doing the work shall be equipped with fresh air masks with
the source of air supply monitored for suitability for breathing purposes.
 Eye and face protection is required for those doing the blasting and other persons exposed in
the area.
 During any surface preparation involving the use of heat or fire, fire extinguishers shall be
located within 25 ft. (7.5 m) of the work.

4.10.4 The use of safety harnesses is mandatory for all work more than 6 ft (1.8m)
above grade, which is not done from a fixed platform with guardrails.

4.10.5 Pressurized spray guns are frequently used for paint application.
 If spray printing is done in an enclosed area, adequate ventilation and/or means of safely
exhausting fumes must be provided.
 Spray gun nozzle shall be grounded to minimize possibility of static electricity build-up and
discharge.
 Care must be exercised in the use of spray equipment employing high pressure.
 Trigger guards shall be provided on these sprays.
 Respiratory protection must be used to prevent inhalation of mist odors from spray paint.

4.11 MASONRY AND INSULATION

4.11.1 The hazards associated with masonry and insulation are:

 Dust and fumes
 Cuts, abrasions and punctures.
 Falling materials.
 Personnel falls

4.11.2 For work at an elevated location, in addition to having a work platform with guardrails,
care shall be exercised to ensure that materials to be handled do not exceed allowable
scaffold loading. Bricks and blocks shall be neatly stacked. They shall be passed by
hand, not thrown, when moving.

4.11.3 Hand and eye protection shall be worn when installing wire mesh and sheet metal that
requires cutting and/or trimming. Eye protection shall be worn when shaping bricks
with hand tools.

4.11.4 When mixing and installing mortar or insulating cement mixers, protective equipment
shall be used as indicated by the material supplier.

4.11.5 When cutting brick with a power saw, dust shall be controlled, preferably by use of an
exhaust hood. Dust may also controlled by wetting the brick and/or providing barriers
to limit dispersion. Operator shall wear eye and face protection while cutting and
respiratory equipment if exposed to dust.

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4.11.6 Basic safety practices forbid the use of any installation containing asbestos.

4.11.7 Excess scrap materials must be promptly cleaned up and disposed of at least daily.

4.12 HOUSEKEEPING

4.12.1 Inherent with good housekeeping is the elimination of many hazards that could result in
falls, trips, cuts, fires and many other potential accidents. Good housekeeping is a
visible advertisement and promotion of safe working conditions.

4.12.2 Housekeeping crew will be assign throughout the entire activities. Crew will appoint
from each subcontractors involve in the project. Housekeeping checklist will be used on
a daily basis to ensure good housekeeping are maintained.

4.12.3 Containers for trash and debris shall be deployed throughout the work site. Schedule of
pick-up and disposal of trash shall be set to prevent overfilling containers and large
accumulations at any location.

4.12.4. If work restricts traffic on roads, barricades to divert traffic shall be used. Similarly,
clear walkways for access to site shall be maintained. Hoses and electric cords shall be
laid to minimize road and walkway crossings. Where necessary, these shall be run
overhead, or provided with protective covering if run at ground level.

4.12.5 Clean up is a part of every job to be done. Excess and scrap materials shall be stored
when not in use. Working platforms on long-standing scaffolds shall be periodically
cleaned of debris.

4.12.6 Adequate toilet (portable) shall be provided for the workforce. Maintenance service
shall be provided for these facilities.

4.12.7 Drinking water used on the site shall be provided.

4.13 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION

In order to start and continue a fire, you must have:
 Fuel (combustible or flammable material),
 Oxygen (earth’s atmosphere contains approximately 21% oxygen, and
 Ignition source.

4.13.1 FIRE PREVENTION

 Good housekeeping in the construction site is the first step in a fire prevention program. Trash
shall be picked up and disposed to prevent accumulations that can cause or contribute to a
fire. Paper, rags, sawdust and scrap lumber are commonly present; containers shall be
provided to gather such debris. The containers shall be emptied on a schedule that avoids
excessive accumulations and overfilling.
 Flammable and combustible materials utilized for construction shall be stored in an isolated
or segregated area until they are used. Such materials include solvents and thinners used for
painting, fuel of engine driven equipment, scaffold boards, form lumber, and compressed
gases. If volatile materials are stored in a building, it shall be ventilated to avoid an explosive
atmosphere. Access to storage areas for flammable and combustible materials shall be
restricted, and sources of ignition forbidden in the area. As these materials are removed from
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 storage for use, the precautions required to prevent ignition for each type of materials shall be
observed.
 Sources of fire ignition exist throughout a construction site with welding, flame burning,
grinding, heaters, and exhaust from engines or sparks from electrical equipment. Scheduling
shall minimize work with combustible materials in the vicinity of ignition sources. When this
is impractical, fire protection equipment shall be provided and consideration given to
providing a fire watchman to initiate action should a fire occur when the fire hazard is large.
 A roving security guard should also function as a fire watchman at night or during periods of
non-work.
 Only approved containers should be used to store or transport fuel.
 Fuel storage tanks, hoses, etc., should be grounded.
 No smoking rules must be established and enforced without exception.
 Tar pots employing open flames should be used at grade level.
 Fire extinguishers should be available to all welders.

4.13.2 FIRE PROTECTION INSTALLED

 During the construction planning, the philosophy and methods of fire fighting for the
construction site shall be established. The availability of assistance for firefighting from the
owner or the local fire departments will determine the fire fighting capability that must be
provided at the site. If assistance from a competent organization is readily available (within
30 minutes), only first aid / firefighting equipment and organization is required. If assistance
is not available, it will be necessary to organize and train a fire brigade and to procure
equipment capable of extinguishing any fire that may occur.
 Assuming that local assistance for firefighting is available, contact should be made with that
organization and the procedures established for obtaining fire-fighting assistance should be
posted conspicuously on the construction site. When off-site assistance is provided, standpipe
and hydrant connections shall be compatible with the equipment available from the fire
department providing the assistance.
 First aid / firefighting equipment shall consist primarily of portable fire extinguishers. Refer
to Rule 1944.05 of the OSHS. Extinguishers to be permanently mounted shall have their
location clearly marked and be accessible at all times. The necessary instructions for using
extinguishers shall be given to all personnel who may be required to use them.

5. SAFETY TRAINING

PURPOSE:
Safety knowledge, attitude, skills and habits at all levels of the project workforce shall be promoted,
maintained and enhanced by regular and continuing safety training and education.

5.1 REQUIREMENTS:
 Site Safety Orientation
New workers will be required to attend a Safety Orientation course before deployment for
work.
Induction seminar of workers will also include the company safety and health policy,
construction safety practices, and the company code of employee discipline
 Tool Box meeting
Toolbox meetings provide a forum to discuss items of safety relevant to the project and
permit an opportunity for open communication between employees and supervisors on the
project.

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 Toolbox meeting will be scheduled on a daily basis. Such talks will be carried out by the
supervisors (foremen, lead men) assisted by the safety officer. The talks will be of short
duration on a relevant safety topic and records of attendance will be maintained. Each talk
will likely last for at least 15 minutes every day.

5.2 Safety seminars/training's for supervisors and engineers

The Project management or the project safety officer will arrange safety course for
supervisors and engineers. A 40 hours Basic Occupational Safety & Health or Construction
Safety & Health course, BWC, DOLE prescribed under D.O. 16 as amended.
This seminar is the same as required for site safety officer and shall reinforce the
responsibility of supervisors and engineers for their workers’ safety and welfare.

5.3 Safety training's for workers

Safety trainings for workers in their respective fields shall enforce the awareness, knowledge
in safety and welfare. This is also in part in promoting safety as a value and make safety a
way of life.
 Job safety analysis
 Fall protection & ladder safety
 Scaffolding safety
 Fire safety
 Personal Protect Equipment (PPE)
 5S housekeeping orientation
6. SAFETY INSPECTION
PURPOSE:
Work practices and conditions (unsafe act and unsafe condition), if left by them, tend to
degenerate or become worse. Periodic inspections shall detect substandard practices and
conditions for eventual reporting and corrective actions. Safety observation level 1, 2 & shall
be conducted and participated.

6.1 REQUIREMENTS:
a) Daily Site Inspection
Project Engineers/Supervisors Inspection and monitoring of various phases of work shall
include the following:
 Every time an engineer or supervisor goes to the field, he or she looks also for conformance
to the project safety plan.
 All project staff and supervisors are authorized and are responsible for stopping the work if a
life threatening condition exists.
 Immediate steps are taken to eliminate situations that could result in injury of loss.
 Project Safety Officer
 Safety inspections are an extremely important part of this safety plan. However for any
inspection program to be effective it is vital that:
 Inspections are carried out regularly and frequently during each shift, especially at the start of
the shift. Immediate steps are taken to eliminate situations that could result in injury or loss.
 Actions listed on inspection reports are followed through completion.
 The project safety officer shall devote most of his time in the field where the construction
activities are.
 Planned Inspections (Group inspection)

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  Planned inspections shall be scheduled for specified work areas, facilities, equipment, or
activities.
 All substandard items noted shall be reported in writing. Potential hazards noted that are not
in the checklists shall also be reported.
 Substandard items shall be rated as to hazard potential.
 Substandard conditions and practices detected shall be corrected according to priorities set.
 Written reports including confirmation of corrective actions shall be submitted to the Project
management. A copy shall be filed by the safety officer and be available for checkup.
 Safety team will identify and track the 3 major leading indicators where to focus the safety
improvement.

7. EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

OBJECTIVES
The objectives of this Emergency Response Plan are:
 To ensure readiness to cope with emergencies that may result in the loss of life and property.
 To be able to effectively carry out an orderly, timely, and safe evacuation of all personnel in
affected areas of the emergency when necessary.
 To prevent further injuries/casualties, and more damage to property in times of disasters, or
natural calamities. To facilitate first-aid response to an injured worker, and immediate access
to Emergency Room facilities.

7.1 GENERAL
All office personnel and project site workers must be familiarized with fire exits, fire
extinguishers, and alarm sirens in the site and field offices.
 All supervisors have equal responsibility and obligation in ensuring that all areas of the
project site including office areas are safe for work.
 All personnel are strongly urged to report any unsafe condition. Hazards causing imminent
danger to life or property shall immediately be brought to the attention of the General
Foreman, Project Superintendent, Project Safety Officer, and the Project-in-Charge.
 The Fire Brigade will also serve as the Emergency Response Team and shall be organized
within one month of the start of the project.
 All two-way radio users should be designated as Fire Brigade members to ensure immediate
notification to Radio Operator of any emergency.
 An applicable alarm system shall be established in the project.

7.2 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

The Project shall prepare an emergency response plan and organize the fire brigade within
one month after mobilization. Instructions on emergency procedures shall be displayed in the
project offices and prominent location within the site. A list of key personnel whereabouts
will be available at the site office.
Inspections after any emergency will be conducted so that all damages and their extent are
identified. Immediate correction of hazards that may cause injury or further damage shall be
effected.

7.3 EVACUATION PLAN

7.3.1 SITE EVACUATION PROCEDURE

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  Call emergency hotlines /security/Parkford Suites Legazpi Project, High Rise Building/
immediate supervisor
 When evacuation sound alarm sounds in the building, STOP ALL WORK. Quickly walk fast
to the nearest exit. DO not run and do not stop for personal belongings.
 Go to the designated assembly area defined by SPML and stay until release by superiors.
 Do not re-enter the facility until instructed by security or SPML
 SPML will sweep the building to ensure all employees are leaving the areas.
 Supervisor will conduct a head count of all employees. Report the names of employees who
still in the building.
 SPML will evaluate the scope and the nature of the emergency in order to re-entry of the
building when appropriate.

7.4 SPILL CONTAINMENT MEASURES

7.4.1 No material of any kind may be deliberately thrown into, dumped into or allowed into drainage
channel.

7.4.2 Uncontrolled release (spill) of any petroleum product or any hazardous substances to the
receiving public waterways is a serious violation of national laws. Similarly, they must not be
spilled on the ground or into ditches.

7.4.3 Spill potential include, but not limited to:

 Combustion engines and mobile equipment:
 Leaking hoses, tubing, or fittings
 Ruptured hoses or tubing Spills while changing oil Spills while refueling.
 Pipe threading machines, hydraulic punches and benders:
 Reservoir overflows
 Ruptured or leaking hoses

Petroleum products stored in containers: Ruptured or leaking containers Spills while draining.
The project will prevent petroleum product spills on to the ground by placing metal pans or its
substitute under all equipment whenever feasible.

However if an accidental spill should occur, the following procedure must be taken:
Clean up the spill using absorbent material whose disposal should be properly managed.

8. HAZARD COMMUNICATION (HAZ COM)

8.1 Hazardous materials are substances or mixtures that may cause personal injury, illness, or
threat to the public or environment during handling, use, discharge or disposal

8.2 If hazardous material is used or stored at the construction site, a written hazard
communication (HAZCOM) program shall be developed, implemented, and
maintained.

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8.3 In order to prevent and/or control employee exposure, it is essential that the supervisor inform
all workers about any hazardous material at the construction site.

8.4 The HAZ COM program shall include:

 Labels and warning forms
 Labels on hazardous material containers shall not be removed or defaced. They shall be
legible and identify the substance in the container, and display the appropriate warning about
the substance.
 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
 An MSDS for each chemical shall be available at the site at which the hazardous material is
present. The MSDS shall be legible and available for worker review.

8.5 Information about hazardous material at the construction site shall be provided to workers as
soon as they are assigned and when additional hazardous material is brought to the site.
Workers shall be informed of the location of the HAZ COM program, listing of hazardous
substances, and MSDSs.

8.5.1 General precautions:

 Read the MSDS and Label – Prevent illness and injury by reading the Material Safety
Data Sheets (MSDS) and container label for each hazardous substance used. These
give key health and safety information about the hazardous substances in the work
area.
 Container Labels – Each label should list the substance name, hazardous ingredients,
hazard warnings and the manufacturer’s name and address.
 Special Protection – MSDS gives information on the personal protective equipment
(PPE) required for the particular work being performed. These sheets would list
specific types that are recommended, such as full-face mask respirator, rubber gloves
and chemical goggle.

9. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

 All employees (including subcontractors) are required to wear appropriate personal protective
equipment in all operations where there is exposure to hazardous conditions or where there is
need for using such equipment to reduce the hazard to the employees. Refer to the appropriate
MSDS for specific P.P.E. where hazardous substances are involved in any activity.
 Project management shall issue required PPE’s to their employees for free and must come
with the required PPE for their work process. Employees will have orientation in appropriate
PPE. Once issued, it is the responsibility of the employee to see that the issued PPE’s are
maintained in safe condition and inspected daily.
 Some items may be furnished for a specific use or project only. This equipment will be signed
out in a tool slip to the individual worker who will be responsible for its care and return
before leaving this project.

9.1 Minimum Requirements (or as client required including specification)

Safety Helmet
 White – Project management, staff, engineers, supervisors, foremen, Project workers.
 Safety Shoes
 Safety Glass

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  Uniform with company name and logo

9.2 Guidelines for the use of P.P.E’s:

9.2.1 In providing safe working conditions, the use of personal protective equipment is the last line
of defense against possible injury. It must be recognized that the use of personal protective equipment
frequently reduces or restricts some of our normal senses that contribute to our safety awareness.

For example:
 Wearing safety glasses with side shields, goggles, or tinted goggles restricts normal vision.
 Earmuffs or plugs reduce hearing capability.
 Use of respiratory equipment frequently restricts vision.
 Wearing gloves reduces the sense of feel.
 The discomfort of wearing many protective items is distracting to users.

ROLL OUT PPE TRAINING TO OUR EMPLOYEES.

The purpose of the personal protective equipment policies (PPE) is to protect the employees
of MAGPRIME CORP. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION, from exposure to work place hazards and
the risk of injury through the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). PPE is not a substitute for
more effective control methods and its use will be considered only when other means of protection
against hazards are not adequate or feasible. It will be used in conjunction with other controls unless
no other means of hazard control exist.

Personal protective equipment will be provided, used, and maintained when it has been determined
that its use is required to ensure the safety and health of our employees and that such use will lessen
the likelihood of occupational injury and/or illness.
This section addresses general PPE requirements, including eye and face, head, foot and leg, hand and
arm, body (torso) protection, and protection from drowning. Separate programs exist for respiratory
protection and hearing protection as the need for participation in these programs is established
through industrial hygiene monitoring. List other programs or policies requiring PPE such as hearing
protection, respiratory protection, fall protection, etc., that you have at your workplace are also
addressed in Identify the section or location in your safety program where these are found.

9.2.2 When possible, the conditions requiring the use of protective equipment, such as dust ornoise,
should be examined for other means of control, particularly when large numbers of people are
affected.

9.3 HEAD PROTECTION

Because of the danger of falling or flying material, or impact with fixed or moving objects, the
wearing of non-conducting safety hats throughout the construction site are normally
mandatory.

9.4 EYE AND FACE PROTECTION

Exposure to airborne physical, chemical or radiation agents that could injure the eyes or face
requires protection. Refer to Rule 1082 of the OSHS. At each construction site consideration
should be given to mandatory eye protection for certain areas or the entire site if conditions
warrant and eye injuries will be reduced. Contact lenses do not constitute eye protection, and
actually pose a hazard to the user in some situations. Consequently, their use on site is strongly
discouraged.
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9.5 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
 Physical or chemical contaminants in the air that are harmful if ingested by breathing and/or
possible oxygen deficiency require the use of respiratory equipment. This equipment that fits
over the nose, nose and mouth, or entire face can be broadly classified by its intended
function.
 Remove particulate matter from the air.
 Remove or neutralize toxic gases and chemicals in
the air. Supply fresh air with sufficient oxygen to
maintain life.
 Canisters and filters are the means of accomplishing functions a. and b. The suppliers of
canisters and filters identify them for the types of environment they are effective in, and limit
their use. These instructions must be observed for proper protection.
 Anybody excepted to use fresh air masks in the course of their work shall be given training
and practice in the proper methods of wearing and operating this equipment.
 Beards may interfere with the seal between a mask and face and compromise the
effectiveness of the equipment.

9.6 HEARING PROTECTION

High noise levels pose the long-range health hazard of loss of hearing to exposed workers.
Permissible noise exposures are given in Table 8b of the OSHS. Because of the changing
activities and conditions, periodic monitoring for the noise levels throughout the construction
site is required. When noise levels above permissible level are observed, the preferred course of
action is to control or isolate the noise source thus reducing it to a permissible level for exposed
workers. If it is impractical to do this, hearing protection shall be provided for exposed
employees. Earmuffs or plugs of material designed for sound muffling shall be used.

9.7 BODY PROTECTION

For most works in a construction site, work clothing that covers the body, legs and arms is
adequate. Workers that are exposed to heat, sparks or molten metal should be aware that some
clothing materials are more flammable than others, i.e. some synthetic fibers ignite and burn
more readily than natural cloth fibers. Suits or aprons suitable for the exposure to extreme heat,
toxic chemicals, or acids shall be provided if work conditions require.

9.8 FOOT PROTECTION

It is advisable for all workers on a construction site to wear safety shoes because of the many
hazards exposing feet to injury. In addition, used of boots may be required when work is in
water or feet are exposed to chemical or acids.

9.9 HAND PROTECTION

Various types of gloves shall be available and used to protect the hands from cuts, abrasions
and punctures, sparks, heat, cold, and molten metal; contact with electricity, and exposure to
toxic chemicals and acids.

9.10 SAFETY HARNESS AND LANYARDS

Safety harnesses shall be used by all workers on elevated work where scaffolding, ladders,
catch platforms or temporary floors are not provided. Safety belts or safety harnesses shall be
attached to a fixed support, and lanyard shall restrict fall to 6 ft. (1.8 m).

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10. PROTECTION OF THE PUBLIC
Safety measures shall be implemented to protect the public from hazards connected with
construction operations and activities.

10.1 REQUIREMENTS
 Standard warning signs, traffic signs and barricades shall be installed as required by
government regulations and by the Construction Safety Standards.
 Flagmen directing traffic shall follow standard signals and procedures.
 Operation of cranes, other heavy equipment and hoists shall use standard signals. When the
distance between the operator and the signalman exceeds 200 feet, a portable radio
communication system shall be used.
 Only trained and qualified personnel shall be assigned as vehicle drivers, equipment
operators, signalmen and flagmen.
 Safety nets, inverted umbrella, and covered walkway shall be installed as required to protect
the public from falling debris.
 Signs, barricades and other safeguards installed shall be protected from misuse, abuse,
damage or interference.

10.2 RESPONSIBILITIES
 The Project-in-charge shall anticipate the project needs and order the preparation the required
devices.
 The project supervisors shall install required traffic signs and barricades, and safety nets as
required by the project. They shall also protect these devices and public safeguards from
misuse, abuse, damage or interference.
 Supervisors shall instruct and monitor traffic flagmen.
 Supervisors and the Equipment-in-Charge shall instruct and monitor their operators for heavy
and critical equipment.
 The Project-in-charge shall strictly enforce the assignment of qualified personnel to do
certain jobs as stated above.
 The Safety Department shall assist the project in implementing the program requirements.
The Safety Department shall monitor compliance with the program requirements.
 The project safety officer shall conduct daily inspection of the installed safeguards.

11. SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS

11.1 PURPOSE
Safety promotion thru pertinent information shall be communicated to all employees at the
work site by practical means, to make employees well informed about matters important to
their safety and well being.

11.2 REQUIREMENTS:
 Safety shall be included in all job instructions.
 Safety Bulletin Boards
 The project shall have an adequate number of bulletin boards
 Bulletin boards shall be positioned so that employees can view them while standing in a
casual manner.
 They shall be well lighted for good viewing during all shifts.
 Items to be placed in bulletin boards shall be regulated to prevent undesirable and
disapproved materials from getting displayed.
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  Bulletin boards shall have excellent conditions at any given time.
 Poster subjects shall be planned in advance.

11.3 RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Project supervisors shall include the safety aspects when they give job instructions to their
workers.
 The project supervisors and the safety officer shall be responsible for the control of postings
and the upkeep of their bulletin boards.
 The safety officer shall provide posters and other safety information materials for the bulletin
board.

12. SAFETY and HEALTH COMMITTEE

12.1 PURPOSE:
The project safety and health committee shall be formed to comply with requirements from
the Department of Labor and Employment as detailed in the Occupational Safety and Health
Standards, and to assist in the accomplishment of safety objectives.

12.2 REQUIREMENTS:
Project management shall actively participate in the Central Safety Committee that may be
organized by the Construction Management. A project safety and health committee as
required by the company safety program will be organized and a regular weekly meeting will
be held at the project site.
The minutes of the meeting will be recorded by the project safety officer and distributed to all
members. A copy of the minutes of the meeting shall be submitted to the Bureau of Working
Conditions of the Department of Labor and Employment. The Project Safety and Health
Committee shall establish coordination and communication of safety and health issues in the
project.

The Project Safety and Health Committee shall provide a forum for the exchange of safety and health
information and views among all parties involved in the project.
Composition of Project Central Joint Safety Committee

Chairman - MAGPRIME COPR. Project manager or his authorized representative

Members - Project In Charge/Admin.
Safety representatives (safety Officer) from Subcontractor
MAGPRIME CORP. project engineer
Secretary - MAGPRIME CORP. Construction Safety and Health Officer

13. ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

13.1 Purpose
All accidents and downgrading incident shall be thoroughly investigated to find out the
root causes. Measures to prevent recurrence of the accidents/incidents tend to be more

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increase the waste of resources.

13.2 Requirements

13.2.1 The incident/accident investigation report form should be used.

13.2.2 All incident/accident shall be reported on the standard form by the project supervisor
involved in the activity in the event of occurrence.

13.2.3 High potential accidents and near-accidents shall be reported to the attention of upper levels
of management to assure full investigation and appropriate authorities will make action.

13.2.4 At least monthly a check shall be made of the following areas to determine the number of
reported incidents/accidents

14. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

14.1 PURPOSE
Protect the environment and surrounding communities from hazards and environmental
concerns posed by the construction activities in the project.

14.2 SCOPE
This plans covers and should be applied to all works in this project including all
subcontractors and trade contractors.

14.3 RESPONSIBILITIES

14.3.1 The Project-in-Charge shall be responsible for the implementation of this Environmental
Management Plan.

14.3.2 The Project manager shall ensure that the plan conforms to the project risk assessment done
for the project.

14.3.3 The Safety Officer shall assist the Project in-charge in the implementation of this plan.
He shall conduct daily inspection of the site to identify non-compliance with this plan
and to determine other hazards and concerns not identified by previous risk assessment
and hazard analysis.
14.3.4 The Equipment-in-Charge (EIC) shall make sure that all equipment and vehicles are in
good running condition and that the preventive maintenance schedules are complied with.
He shall coordinate with the safety officer in complying with the requirements of this plan.

14.4 HAZARDS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

 Dust
 Noise
 Exhaust emission
 Oil leaks and spillage
 Garbage

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14.4.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

14.4.1.1 The requirements of this plan shall be included in the safety orientation of all employees
assigned to this project.

14.4.1.2 All project supervisors including subcontractor shall be given training on the
provisions of this plan emphasizing the control measures for each hazard and
environmental concerns.

14.4.1.3 Each Contractor’s project supervisor including subcontractor shall be authorized to

remind and advise any worker regarding the requirements of this plan.

14.4.1.4 Housekeeping and sanitation in assigned areas shall be inherent in the supervisor’s
responsibilities.

14.4.1.5 Strict implementation of Preventive Maintenance schedule of each equipment

and machine shall be observed.

14.4.1.6 Planning for site equipment location shall give due consideration to effects of exhaust
emissions, noise and dust.

14.4.1.7 Adequate Personal Protective Equipment shall be made available for workers protection.

14.4.1.8 Garbage disposal shall be disposed regularly at defined waste disposal area.

14.5 SPECIFIC CONTROL MEASURES

14.5.1 DUST

14.5.1.1 Sprinkle dry grounds with water

14.5.1.2 Place gravel around field office areas

14.5.1.3 Implement site speed limit or as required by the owner for all vehicles

14.5.2 NOISE

14.5.2.1 Mount equipment so that vibration will be reduced

14.5.2.2 Position equipment as further away from the field offices and active areas as practicable

14.5.2.3 Install muffler to exhaust systems of machines and equipment

14.5.2.4 Provide ear protection for workers exposed to noise

14.5.3EXHAUST EMISSION

14.5.3.1 Direct exhaust of stationary equipment away from work areas and field offices

14.5.3.2 Position machine or equipment in open areas

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  Do not run any gas or diesel engine inside confined
spaces Implement preventive maintenance schedule
 SANITARY DISCHARGE
 Provide adequate chemical toilets (portalet)
 Regular cleaning and maintenance of portalet
 OIL LEAKS AND SPILLAGE
 Implement proper storage and handling of fuel and
lubricants Provide oil catch or drip trays.
 Clean up immediately any spillage and leak
 Utilize only equipment in good condition. Disallow entry of equipment with leaks into
the project Deploy fire extinguisher in fuel and oil storage areas
 GARBAGE
 Designate garbage collection area
 Clean up the site daily
 Dispose garbage off site regularly and frequently
 Disallow eating in the work areas
 Designate mess hall area away from the work areas

MONITORING
The Project supervisor shall require strict monitoring of compliance with the requirements of this
Environmental Management Plan.

The Safety Officer shall continuously monitor on-site conditions; detect changes and new hazards not
previously identified in this plan. He shall require immediate actions to control the hazard and prevent
possible damage or serious impact to the environment and surrounding communities.
Each MAGPRIME CORP, project supervisor shall be required to report any violation or non-
compliance with this plan.

The Equipment-in-Charge shall require daily inspection of all equipment by the assigned operator. He
shall maintain a file of the daily equipment inspection reports.

15. SAFETY SIGNAGES AND BARRICADES

Safety measures shall be implemented to advise the workers and protect the public from
hazards connected with construction operations and activities.

15.1 REQUIREMENTS

 Follow all safety signage prior to entering area.

 Standard warning signs and barricades shall be installed as required by Construction Safety
Standards.
 Shall be posted in prominent position and at strategic locations.
 Signs, barricades and other safeguards installed shall be protected from misuse, abuse,
damage or interference.
 Shall be placed in designated areas at 4 ft. from the ground level.
 All work hazards must be properly indicated by signs (e.g. falling materials, hot works)
 Shall be inspected and maintained in a regular basis.
 Barricades must be removed once hazard is eliminated.

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16. REWARDS AND CODE OF DISCIPLINE
This program is to attain a ZERO SAFETY VIOLATION by workers and subcontractors in
all project sites. Whenever a safety violation is committed by a person, he endangers not only
his life and limb but also that of others, puts the future of his family in jeopardy including the
families of those he imperils, not to mention the fact that he also puts the company he
represents including its client in a bad light that may affect the business they are in.

The Rewards and Penalty System encourages our people to help the client achieve its goals
on safety incident prevention and help and support each other in making the workplace ideal
and a model for safety and productivity.

16.1 REWARD SYSTEM

 If there is no safety incident related to lost time/day cases or recordable cases and achieved
the safety milestone for every 1 million man hours, the MAGPRIME CORP. management
and or subcontractor management will be issued a souvenir (i.e cups, t-shirt) indicating the
safety milestone.
 Those who performed excellent in safety will be rewarded in kind and certificate of
recognition will issue during the milestone celebration.
 Those who have committed any violation regardless of kind of infraction automatically
disqualified to receive the reward.

16.2 PENALTY SYSTEM

For non-compliance, a strict penalty system will also imposed as described below on Safety
Code of discipline:
16.2.1 Code of Discipline

I.MAJOR OFFENSE
 A three (3) day suspension of the worker as disciplinary measures for a first offense involving
a major safety violation.
 A Second Offense, 7 Days Suspension
 A Third Offense, 14 Days Suspension A Fourth Offense, Dismissal

A. NATURE OF VIOLATIONS:
 Smoking on non-smoking area.
 Improper or incorrect use of tools, equipments and machine.
 Drinking alcoholic beverage inside the construction area or reporting to work under the
influence or liquor or prohibited drugs.
 Gambling inside construction premises
 Refuse to follow the safety instruction of his superior, insubordination.
 Working without work permits or not following work permits (i.e. Implemented internal
permit to work and client permitting system)
 Working without provision of Lockout/tag out (LOTO) on isolation point.

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  Working at height without use of ladders and scaffolding/working platforms.
 Not wearing and not tie-off lanyard while working at heights.
 Working inside excavated area without protection for cave-in.
 Working on confined space without the approval.
 Not wearing proper PPE on Energized Electrical Work.
 Carrying/possession of firearms or deadly weapon within the company premises and at the
construction site.
 Tampering /Working without necessary work permits.

II.MINOR OFFENSES
 First Offense, Coaching and Written Warning
 Second Offense, 1 Day suspension
 Third Offense, One (7) Days Suspension
 Fourth Offense, Sixteen (14) Days Suspension
 Fifth Offense, Thirty (30) Days
Suspension Fifth Offense, Dismissal

B. NATURE OF VIOLATIONS:
 Not wearing of prescribed or wearing defective of personal protective equipment, when
performing any activities at construction site. (hard hat, safety shoes spectacles etc.)
 Failure to observed safety and security rule resulting to company lost property or injury to
oneself or co-employee.
 Urinating at not designated for the purpose.
 Littering and poor housekeeping on assigned work area.
 Failure to report his/her personal accident to clinic or to his/her immediate supervisor.
 Using flammable materials, spark producing equipment or doing hot works activities in
construction site without the necessary permits.(cutting, welding etc.)
 Doing hot works activities and spark producing works without fire protection equipment such
as fire extinguisher and water.
 Not using chin strap for hardhat while working at height.
 Using improvised tools.
 Horse playing, teasing while working.

In all of the above cases, the supervisor will also be investigated and if is proven that he (Supervisor)
were remiss in doing his part to prevent the infraction from happening, the penalty will imposed
similarly applied to the Supervisor.

A Safety Memorandum will issue to person who committed a violation including to Subcontractor
Company for needed corrective action.

17. SAFETY PLAN IMPLEMENTATION

Safety plan shall take effect only after a thorough review and evaluation by MAGPRIME
CORPORATION Project management, Makati Development Corporation. project
management and EHS.

Management Review:

Management shall at intervals that it determines, review the safety and health program to
ensure continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness. The review process shall address
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the possible need for changes to policy, objectives, and other elements of the Safety Program,
in the light of safety performance results, changing circumstances, and the commitment to
continual improvement. Makati Development Corporation, Parkford Suites Legazpi Project
(MDC’s) may at times conduct oversight audits.

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