HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT PLAN Revision Date:

SIDRA VILLAGE STAFF HOUSING FOR SIDRA MEDICAL & RESEARCH CENTER 20 Oct - 2011

MANAGEMENT COMMITMENT AND INVOLVEMENT

POLICY STATEMENT

The management of M/s. PAT Engineering Enterprises Co. W.L.L. (PATE) is

committed to providing employees and subcontractors with a safe and healthful
workplace. It is the policy of this company that employees or subcontractors should
report unsafe conditions and do not perform work tasks if the work is considered unsafe.
Employees and subcontractors must report all accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions
to their supervisors. No such report will result in retaliation, penalty, or other
disincentive.

Employee or subcontractor recommendations to improve safety and health conditions

will be given thorough consideration by management. Management will give top priority
to and provide the financial resources for the correction of unsafe conditions. Similarly,
management will take disciplinary action against an employee or subcontractor who
willfully or repeatedly violates workplace safety rules. This action may include verbal or
written reprimands and may ultimately result in termination of employment.

Management will be actively involved with employees and subcontractors in establishing

and maintaining an effective safety program. Management will participate with
employee, employee representative, and subcontractors in ongoing safety and health
program activities, which include:
Promoting safety participation;
Providing safety and health education and training; and
Reviewing and updating workplace safety rules.

This policy statement serves to express management's commitment to and involvement in

providing employees and subcontractors a safe and healthful workplace. This workplace
safety program will be incorporated as the standard of practice for the company.

Compliance with the safety rules will be required of all employees and subcontractors of
PATE.

MANAGEMENT OF PAT ENGINEERING ENTERPRISES CO. W.L.L

HEALTH, SAFETY AND

ENVIRONMENT

PLAN
CHAPTER RULE DESCRIPTION
1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

I GENERAL INFORMATION 1 11
1.02 Objectives
1.03 Management & Supervisory Responsibilities
1.04 Application and Employee Involvement
1.05 Health, Safety and Environment Organization chart and its
Duties and Responsibilities
1.06 Health, Safety and Environment Awareness Program
1.07 Sub-Contractor Safety Practices

II 2.01 SAFETY
General Rules 12

2.02 General Construction Works 12

Excavation and shoring 12
Scaffolds, Ladders, Ramps, Runways and Platforms 14
Materials Handling and Storage 17
Good Housekeeping 19

2.03 Tools and Mechanical Equipment 19

General Requirements
Manually Operated Chain Hoists 21
Wheel Mounted Cranes, Crawler and Trucks 21

2.04 Manual and Powered Tools

22 26
General Rules
Manual Tools
Powered Tools
2.05 Painting 26
2.06 Electric Safety
27
2.07 Protective Personal Equipment 28
2.08 Safety In Office 30
33 36
III FIRE PREVENTION AND CONTROL
Fire Prevention
Fire Protection
Temporary Fire Protection
House Keeping
Smoking

IV ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING

PROCEDURE 37 38
4.01 Introduction
4.02 Purpose
4.03 Scope
4.04 Reporting Personal Accidents and Incidences
4.05 Hazard Communication with Sub-Contractors

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 V EMERGENCY PLAN 39 41

5.01 Objectives
5.02 Introduction
5.03 Nature of Incident
5.04 Reporting Procedure for an Emergency
5.05 General Response for an Emergency
VI CRANE SAFETY PROCEDURE 42 46
6.01 General
6.02 Crane Safety Operations
6.03 Wire Rope and Sheaves
47
VII FIRST AID TREATMENT 55

7.01 General Instructions

7.02 What You Need
7.03 Emergency Priorities
7.04 Getting Medical Help
7.05 First Aid Procedures

VIII General Check List

56 58
IX Safety Forms

IX Telephone Numbers

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 Chapter 1

1.01 OBJECTIVES

1.01.01 In enforcing this policy, management, engineers, supervisors and foremen shall
guide and support employees and other associated parties in maintaining high
standard on health, safety and environmental consciousness, discipline and
practices and to impose immediate appropriate action/s for any
infraction/violation thereof.

1.01.02 To give due recognition to health, safety and environment achievements

company-wide by specific projects or individuals, etc.

1.01.03 To achieve 100% work without accident/incident.

1.02 MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSOBILITIY

1.02.01 All levels of management , engineers, supervisors and foremen are changed with
the responsibility of enforcing the provision of client and MCCs health , safety
and environment regulation and plan. They shall see to it that at all times the
employees under his/their direct supervision strictly observe and comply with the
health, safety and environment rules and regulations.

1.02.02 Whenever safety precautions are required in the performance of a particular job,
the engineer, supervisor , foreman or employee acting as such shall undertake
said necessary precautions to ensure safe work operations. Qualifications and
competence of personnel shall always be considered in assigning workmen to a
delicate or highly technical work operation.

1.02.03 The safety programs for new employees shall contain a briefing on the client and
MCCs HSE Regulations and plan including the procedures. It shall be the concerned
Engineers, Supervisors, Foremen and Safety Officer duty to explain to his
subordinates the meaning and intent of any part of the health, safety and environment
rules and Regulations and procedures.

1.02.04 It shall be the duty of the concerned management, engineers, supervisors,

foremen and safety officers to review all reports on accidents and incidents in the
project.

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1.03 APPLICATION AND EMPLOYEE INVOLVEMENT

These rules and regulations shall henceforth be known as the MCCs Health,
Safety and Environment Plan.

1.03.01 Employee shall undergo the health, safety and environment orientation and
training.

1.03.02 All employees shall be required to report all unsafe/unhealthy conditions to his
immediate superior for immediate corrective actions or to the Safety
Engineer/Officer.

1.03.03 All employees are encouraged to make suggestions regarding the rules or working
conditions to promote health, safety and environment in the company.

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1.04 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT ORGANISATION CHART, DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES

1.04.01 Organization Chart

PAT
Project Manager

HSE ENGINEER

Safety Officer SUB-CONTRACTOR

Safety officer- Structural Steel / MEP
FOREMAN works
SUPERVISORS

1.04.02 DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES:

a) Project Manager :
1) Plans, develops, review and implements the MCCs Health, Safety and
Environmental Regulations, programs, procedures and standards.
2) Check over work methods and precautions with supervision before work
starts.
3) Create safety awareness by promoting safety meeting and talks and by
encouraging safety training.
4) Review reports on inspections, accident investigation includes the near-
miss Accidents, unsafe conditions and acts, etc. and make final
recommendations.
5) Set a personal example on site by wearing appropriate protective
equipment at all times.

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Safety Officer:
1. Implement the MCCs Health, Safety and Environmental Regulations,
programs, procedures and standards in the respective area.
2. Conduct Project Health, Safety and Environment Committee meeting at least
once a month.
3. Prepare reports on inspections, accident investigation includes the near-miss
accidents, unsafe conditions and acts, etc., and make and implement the
recommendation.
4. Initiate and supervise Health, Safety and Environmental training and
meetings.
5. Perform all duties provided in the health, safety and environmental
regulations and program.
6. Continuously maintain health, safety and environmental awareness, orient
and train employees and other relevant parties on the safe work practices,
procedures and rules and regulations.
7. Recommend suspension to all health, safety and environmental regulation
violators in the company.
8. Stop the operation in cases where a) any danger of the employee, clients and
its properties and or the MCCS property.
9. Perform other related health, safety and environment jobs.
10. Implement good house keeping in all working areas.

c) ENGINEER
1) Concerned Engineers have a responsibility to implement the health, safety
and environment within their area of operations.
2) Organize site so that work is carried out to the required standard with
minimum risk to men, equipment and materials.
3) Be familiar and implement the proper safe work procedures.
4) Give precise instructions on responsibilities for correct safe work methods
to the worker.
5) Inspect each job site for which they are responsible for compliance with
safe work practices.
6) Impose all labors to maintain good housekeeping in the assigned area .
7) Ensure that the equipment and tools, both power and hand tools are in
good conditions.

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8) Ensure that the appropriate protective equipment is available and worn by
the workers.
9) Ensure that verbal instructions are fully understood by the workers and
check back to see if they are carried out as intended.
10) Ensure that all near miss and accidents shall be reported and investigated.
11) Familiar & implement the MCCS HSE Regulations.
12) Cooperate with the Client Personnel, MCCs Health, Safety and
Environment Safety Officer Findings and recommendation for corrective
action and act on it.
13) Conduct health, safety and environment inspection in respective area.
14) Set a personal example on site by wearing appropriate protective
equipment at all times.

d) SUPERVISOR/FOREMAN
1) Be familiar with all safety work practices applicable to the work on which
subordinate workers are engaged.
2) Implement health, safety and environment regulation and procedures in
strict orders and see if they are followed.
3) Familiar with site hazards and implement the corrective actions.
4) Implement good house keeping in their assigned areas.
5) Correct unsafe acts, unsafe conditions immediately.
6) Ensure that new employees are properly instructed in precautions to be
taken before they are allowed to work at the project site.
7) Familiar & comply the MCCs Fire and Safety Regulations.
8) Report and investigate all near misses and accidents.
9) Set a personal example on site by wearing appropriate protective
equipment at all times.

e) WORKERS
1) Wear the personal protective equipment and clothing provided at all times.
2) Use the correct tools and equipment for the job.
3) Do nothing to endanger yourself and or your work mates.
4) Refrain from horseplay and abuse of safety devices, equipment and
welfare facilities.
5) Workers shall report any unsafe conditions and practices immediately to
their supervisor.

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 6) Workers shall not undertake task (or) jobs they do not understand. They
are encouraged to always ask questions about safety procedures of
specific work assignment that are unclear to them.
7) Workers shall work in accordance with all accepted safe work practices and
standard.
8) Workers shall attend in all job site safety, health and environment meeting
and awareness classes.
9) Workers shall comply the MCCs Fire and Safety Regulations and
procedures.

1.05 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT AWARENESS PROGRAM

1.05.01 MEETINGS

1) Weekly Toolbox Meeting and Talks

a) Safety officer, supervisor and or foreman shall conduct weekly toolbox meeting
and talks to their direct workers/laborers. Meeting shall be done first hour in the
morning.

b) Relevant topics to be discussed but not limited to the following:

2) Housekeeping

The employee shall be made to understand the need and importance of good
housekeeping practices in their work place. He shall keep his work area clean and
inspect at the end of the days work.

Some Examples:

a) Work place shall be kept clean all the time.

b) Place tools and parts neatly at designated location at times.

c) Always keep your worktable clean and tidy.

3) Responsibility for Safety

The employee shall be made to understand and to comply the Clients and MCC
Health, Safety and Environment Regulations and procedures.

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4) Using and Importance of Personal Protective Equipment

The employee shall be made to understand the proper use and importance of
Personal Protective Equipment and its various types.

5) Use of Fire Extinguishers

The employee be shall aware and understand how to use the fire extinguishers,
different types and application of fire extinguishers and its limitation, classes of
fire and what to do in case of fire.

6) Fall Protection

The employee shall aware and understand the requirements of the fall protection
when working at height, the use of safety harness, where it connected, and its
impact and inspection of safety harness, etc.

7) Accident/Incident Reporting

The employee shall aware and understand the proper procedure on reporting
the accident/incident including near misses and how to fill up the forms, how to
investigate and what to do in case an accident happened.

8) Excavations

The employee shall aware and understand the proper procedure on excavation,
precautionary measures, etc.

9) Hand Tools

The employee shall aware and understand the proper use of hand tools, use of
personal protective equipment and its precautionary measures.

10) Machine Guarding and its Use

The employee shall aware and understand the purpose of machine guarding,
precautionary measures, proper use and installation of machine guarding, etc.

11) Electrical Safety

The employee shall aware and understand the danger from electricity,
precautionary measures, lockout. Reminders when working with electrical circuit
or apparatus, etc.

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12) Welding

The employee shall aware and understand the proper procedure in welding,
personal protective equipment requirements, precautionary measures, its effect
of welding, etc.

13) Lifting and Rigging

The crane operators and rigger shall aware and understand the proper procedure
on lifting and rigging, precautionary measures, inspection of slings & equipment,
role of operators and riggers, etc.

14) Materials Handling and Storage

The employee shall aware and understand the proper procedure on materials
handling and storage, precautionary measures, importance of fire fighting
equipment, etc.

1.05.02 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES

1) Health, Safety and Environment Man for the Month

2) Slogan, Posters and Signage

1.05.03 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT TRAININGS AND ORIENTATIONS

1) Safety Officer and Engineers shall conduct and facilitate the health, safety and
environment training and orientation. Training shall be done monthly.

2) Upon arrival at the jobsite, employee/workers shall undergo the health, safety,
and environment orientation and include the following minimum information:

a)Brief review of the MCC HSE Plan, Client Safety and Environment Regulations,
with emphasis on specific responsibilities of contractors and users.

b) Principal HSE hazards on the jobsite.

c) Proper use of personal protective equipment and its requirements.

d) What to do in case of injury or illness; location of the medical station.

f) Requirement to report observed or known unsafe conditions or practices.

3) Supervisors and Workers Safety Training shall include but not limited to the
following:

a)System of Good Housekeeping

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 b) Working at Elevated Heights

Topics shall include but not limited to the following: Hazards connected with the

use of ladders and scaffolds, Maintenance and Inspection, Type of scaffold, work

on roofs, fragile materials, opening in walls and floors.

c) Personal Protective Equipment

Topics shall include but not limited to the following: proper use, types and
importance of eye, face, head and hand protection, proper use, types and
importance of foot and leg protection.

d) Occupational Health and Safety in Construction

Topics shall include but not limited to the following: hazards to health on site,
sanitation and welfare facilities, required PPE.

e) Fire Prevention and Control

Topics shall include but not limited to the following: what is fire, triangle of fire,
extinguishment of fire, classes of fire, principles of fire prevention and control, fire
prevention checklist.

f) Accident Investigation and Reporting

Topics shall include but not limited to the following: purpose of investigation,
managing the accident scene, steps in conducting accident investigation.

g) First Aid Treatment

Topics shall include but not limited to the following: general instructions, what you
need, and emergency priorities, getting medical help, first aid procedures.

1.06 SUB-CONTRACTOR SAFETY PRACTICES

All Engineers, Supervisors and Personnel of all Sub-Contractors shall be

responsible for compliance with this safety programme.

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 CHAPTER II
SAFETY

2.01 GENERAL RULES

2.01.01 Project sites and offices and all places of work shall put on safety signs either
to promote awareness, promote safety campaigns, advise of rules and regulations or
indicate the danger present in the area and what protective devices shall be worn.

2.01.02 Project personnel shall conduct daily safety inspection in their respective areas
of responsibility to monitor the standards and compliance.

2.02 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION WORKS

2.02.01 EXCAVATION AND SHORING

a) All excavation work shall be done as per the approved method statement/ as per the
clients/ Project managers requirement.

b)Study pre-excavation conditions (super-imposed loads, soil structure, hydrostatic

pressure, etc.) or situations that might develop and based on these findings excavation
plan on the safe way to do the job.

c) Excavations 1.5 m (5 ft) or more depth in unstable of soft material shall be shored
or shall be sloped to at least the angle of repose for the material.

Every effort shall be made prior to opening an excavation to determine whether

underground installations (i.e. sewer, water mains, electric lines, etc.) are to be
encountered. When the diggings approach the estimated level of installations, it shall
be located and protected by careful probing or digging. Suitable warning signs shall be
provided. If lines are accidentally damaged the concerned manager or engineer or
supervisor shall notify the concerned person immediately.

e) Bracing and shoring shall be inspected frequently particularly after rains and any
other ground disturbance and the necessary repairs and adjustments be made
immediately.

f) Pick and shovel workmen shall be kept apart sufficiently to prevent injury to
each other.

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h) Since men working underground diggings are prone to the danger of being hit by
falling objects, tools and materials lying near shall be moved back one (1) meter.

i) Materials, equipment and tools shall not be passed over the heads of men
working below ground level, unless a roof properly protects them.

j) Guardrails, fences or other barricades and warning lights or reflective warning

tape or other forms of illumination that are maintained from sunset to sunrise, shall be
placed at all excavations which are adjacent to walkways, sidewalks, driveways, and
other pedestrian or
vehicle thoroughfares.

k) Materials excavated shall not be stored nor allowed to accumulate to dangerous

levels and shall not be kept nearer than two (2)) meter from the edge of excavation.

l) In mass excavation, the sides of grounds 1.5 meter or more in depth shall be
supported.

m) In excavated areas with one and one-half (1.5) meter or more deep shall be
provided with ladders to facilitate safe entrance and exit.

n) In hand-excavated trenches/pits, the scaffolds shall be properly secured.

o) Ground water shall be removed from and kept out of the bottoms of all
trenches/pits and excavations.

p) Removing of shoring after completion of work shall be done from the top to bottom
of the excavation.

2.02.02 SCAFFOLDS, LADDERS, RAMPS, RUNWAYS AND PLATFORMS

a) General Requirements
1) All scaffolds must be erected/dismantled by a competent and experienced
personnel.
2) Scaffolds, platforms or temporary floors shall be provided for all work that
cannot be done safely from the ground.
3) All scaffolds or temporary floors constructed of materials shall meet the
requirements established for these materials in strength and rigidity.

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 4) Scaffolds or working platforms of any nature shall be securely fastened to the
Building or structure, or if independent of the building shall be guyed or braced to prevent

sway.
5) All runways, scaffolds, or other working surface more than two (2) meters away
above an adjoining surface shall be effectively guarded with a strong rail. Such a
guardrail shall be a minimum of one (1) meter high.
6) Suspended scaffolds shall have a guardrail, an intermediate rail and toe board.
7) No scaffold shall be used for the storage of materials.

8) No work requiring lifting of heavy materials or substantial exertion shall be done

from the ladders.
9) Every worker assigned to scaffolds or temporary floors is required to wear a
safety harness, to which shall be attached to a lifeline independently fastened to
the building.
10) The lifeline shall only be of sufficient length to permit the work of the outrigger
to be performed, so that in the event of a fall, it shall be as short as possible.
11) Ladders shall not be placed against window glass nor leaned against unsteady
backings such as loose boxes or barrels.
12) Scaffolds and ladders shall be inspected weekly.
13) Scaffolding shall be constructed of sound materials, securely fastened and
supported.
14) Only experienced and competent workers shall erect and dismantle scaffolds.
Scaffolds shall be dismantled and returned to stock when not in use.
15) Demolition works shall be supervised by a competent person and workers doing
the work shall be given clear instructions and training.
16) Scaffolds and ladders built by sub contractor shall be carefully inspected and
certified before use.
17) Scaffolds shall not be overload beyond their working capacity.
18) Supports or braces of scaffolds erected and in use shall not be removed until the
job is completed.
19) Do not allow men to jump on or to, or hang tools on any part of, nor heavy
materials to be dropped on, or anything to be thrown from the scaffold.
20) Workmen shall not work on a scaffold installed outdoors during high wind.
21) A safe means of access to the scaffold, either by stair or permanent ladder shall be
provided. If portable ladder is used, it shall be in good condition and its upper end
securely fastened to prevent slippage or tipping.

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22) When hoisting load, do not let it swing against or catch on scaffolds.
23) Good housekeeping shall be observed on scaffolds at all times.

b) LADDERS

1) Ladders used shall be in accordance with the ladder standards.

2) The upper ends of the side rails of ladders shall project no more than one (1)
meter above the point where it is resting, and with lower ends set on stable
footing.
3) In placing a ladder, the distance from foot of ladder to building against which it
is leaning shall be approximately one-fourth of the length of the ladder. In
other words, if a 12-foot ladder shall be placed, the foot shall be three feet
away from the building.
4) Ladders with cross-grained members or weak rungs shall not be used.

5) Whenever possible, grip side rail while using ladder. If it is not practical to grip
side rails, then grip rungs securely with both hands while descending or
ascending.
6) Do not work on a high ladder when there is a strong wind.

7) When using a stepladder, make sure it is fully spread before climbing.

8) Always carry a ladder with the anti-slip device rubber towards the rear and the
front end pointing upward. Be extra careful when approaching doorways and
corners. When two men are carrying a long ladder, each man shall be closed to
each end of the ladder.
9) Never place ladder in front of door without first locking the door or placing man
or guard.
10) Keep both hands free when climbing or descending. Do not carry any tool in
your hands.
11) Always face the ladder when climbing or descending.
12) Keep eyes on rungs while climbing. There might be broken rungs.
13) If shoes are slippery clean them before climbing or descending.
14) Do not permit more than one person on a ladder at one time.
15) Never lean too far to one side of ladder.
16) Do not paint ladders, as paint may conceal defects. Use linseed oil, clear varnish
or white shellac instead.

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2.02.03 MATERIALS HANDLING AND STORAGE
1) MANUAL HANDLING

a) The safe limits for frequent lifting of compact objects is 50 pounds for the
average male worker If the worker is in doubt as to the weight of the object, a
test lift shall indicate whether or not it is within the workman's lifting capacity. If
the object is too heavy for him to lift, then he shall ask for assistance. A similar
help shall also be sought when lifting bulky or unhandy load or when the object
lies in an awkward position.
b) When lifting heavy objects, make sure that your footing is secure, assume a
squatting position with your back erect and then raise the object by
straightening the legs. This technique brings your legs muscles into use and
lessens back strain.
c) Get a firm grip on the object to be lifted. Before lifting a heavy object, it is
important that your hands as well as the object are not oily, greasy or with
other slippery substance.
d) When a worker has to carry long materials such as pipes, lumber, and ladders,
he shall keep the front end high and the rear end low especially at corners or in
places where vision is obstructed.
e) When a worker is to lift and carry a heavy object from one point to another, he
shall first inspect the route to be taken, making sure that there is no obstruction
or slippery substance spilled on the floor which might cause him to trip or slip.
Make sure that there is a sufficient clearance. If there are obstructions, look for
a safer route.
f) Materials stored inside buildings under construction shall not be placed within
two (2) meters of any hoist way, inside floor opening or exterior wall that does
not extend above the top of the storage pile.
g) All stairways, passageways, gangways, and access ways shall be kept free of
materials, supplies and obstructions at all times.
h) All storage yards shall be cleared of all unusable combustible materials before
lumber or other combustible materials are delivered at the site.
i) All sources of ignition shall be prohibited in areas where flammable liquids are
stored, handled and processed. Suitable warning and "NO SMOKING" signs shall
be posted in all such areas.
j) Rubbish or other combustible materials shall be kept from areas where

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 flammable and combustible materials are stored, handled or processed.
k) Accumulation of combustible and flammable liquids on floors, walls, etc. is
prohibited. All spill of flammable and combustible liquids shall be cleaned up
immediately.

2.02.04 GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

a) Materials shall be piled and stored in an orderly manner and properly secured to
prevent them from falling. Employees shall observe the standard procedures and
instructions on materials handling applicable to their crafts.
b) Materials shall be stored in such a way as not to obstruct fire exits, fire protection
system, vehicular traffic, electrical boxes and stairways.
c) Remove or bend all protruding nails. Cracks, splinters, ruts and breaks on the
floor shall be reported and/or repaired as soon as they are discovered.
d) It is the responsibility of the supervisor/foreman to see to it that the working area
is kept clean and tidy.
e) Spillage of oil, grease or other slippery substances shall be wiped off or removed
from ramps, pathways, shower rooms, floors, etc.
f) Leftovers or cuttings on the job such as lumbers, rebars, steel, welding butts,
etc., shall not be left around where they shall pose a tripping and/or stored if still
usable.
g) Waste or trash drums/cans shall be placed in strategic places in the work area.

h) Flammable liquids, oily rugs and other highly combustible materials shall be
disposed off or stored properly.

2.03 TOOLS AND MECHANIZED EQUIPMENT

2.03.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1) Only duly authorized employees shall operate heavy equipment.

2) Operators of mobile heavy equipment and trailers shall be duly licensed by the
Kuwait Traffic Management Department.
3) All equipment and machinery shall be inspected and placed in safe operating
condition before it is used on maintenance or construction. Periodic inspection
shall be made to insure that this condition is maintained at all times.
4) Operators of heavy equipment shall be responsible for the proper care and

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 cleanliness of the equipment assigned to them and to make reports on any defect or
unusual conditions found therein.

5) No one shall be assigned operate power equipment unless he has been fully trained for
this work. Operators shall be in good physical and mental condition and shall be
capable of accepting responsibility for the safe operation of their equipment.
6) The operator shall not allow any unauthorized persons to operate the equipment
assigned to him nor shall he allow such persons to ride on the equipment while same is
moving.
7) The operator shall never leave his equipment with the engine running. When the
equipment is left overnight, it shall be locked, broken, blocked and otherwise
barricaded so that unauthorized persons cannot get in to start, or move it.
8) Equipment that is electrically operated shall be properly grounded at all times. No
equipment shall be operated where there is danger that it may contact high-tension
lines.
9) Equipment shall not be oiled while it is in operation and it shall not be refueled while
the engine is running.
10) No employee shall get "ON" or "OFF" moving equipment. No unauthorized person shall
be permitted to ride on any equipment or to rest neither underneath nor in nearby
parts thereof.

2.03.02 MANUALLY-OPERATED CHAIN HOISTS

1) Chain hoists shall be of larger/adequate capacity than the regular work requires.
2) Supports of the hoist shall be strong enough to carry the load to be handled.

2.03.03 WHEEL MOUNTED CRANES, CRAWLER AND TRUCK

1) Performance and load tests of crawler, trucks and wheel mounted cranes shall
demonstrate the strength, stability, capability, and adequacy of power, brakes,
clutches, and controls to safely maneuver 110% of the rated load.
2) When determining crane loads during normal operations, auxiliary load-handling
devices such as buckets, magnets, load falls, slings, load blocks, hooks, and pile
driver leads shall be included as part of the load.
3) On all cranes, devices shall be attached between the equipment frame and boom
cords to control vertical motion of the boom with a gradually increasing resistance
without impact and to limit vertical rise of the boom to not more than 88 degrees
above the horizontal.

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 4) Means shall be provided for the operator to visually determine the levelness of the
crane.
5) When mobile cranes and similar roadway machines are used in proximity to overhead
electrification wires, power wires, and electrical apparatus, it is the responsibility of
the operation to know that the
boom and supporting frames of such machines are properly grounded in accordance
with maintenance of equipment specification.

6) Qualified operators/riggers should have valid operators license for heavy lifting
equipment before allowed to work in the site.

2.04 MANUAL AND POWERED TOOLS

2.04.01 General Rules

1) Hand tools shall be in good quality and in good condition.

2) Manual tools shall be regularly cleaned, inspected and maintained its good condition.
3) All hand tools shall be regularly inspected before and after use. Do not use if the tool
is damaged.
4) Used the correct tools in performing the job.
5) Electrical operated tools shall be inspected properly and regularly before its use. Do
not use if the tool is damaged or under repair.

2.04.02 Manual Tools

a) Cutting Tools

1) Cutting tools shall include saws (hacksaws, handsaw, etc), wood chisel, knives,
shears, snips, axes and hatchet.
2) Cutting edges shall be kept sharp; handles shall be sound (no splits); fastening and
adjustments shall be firm and secure. Saw teeth shall be properly set.
3) Because the cutting edges are sharp, care shall be taken in handling and carrying
such tools.
4) When using axes or hatchets, the craftsman using then shall check his area of swing
for clearance and to see that not other workers are in the way.

b) Impact Tools

1) Impact tools shall include hammers, sledges, mallets, picks and punches.

2) Regularly inspect tools, and use only those that is in good condition.

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3) Handles shall be sound and true; if handles are wooden, they shall be firmly wedged in
the socket of the tool.

4) Punches shall not have mushroom heads.

5) The most essential rule for safe use is to check before swinging; make certain the swing
area shall be clear of persons or objects.

6) In confined areas, care shall be taken to avoid striking an object on the backswing of a
hammer, hatchet, mallets, or pick; a glancing blow to the user can be serious.

c) Twisting and Turning Tools

1) Twisting and turning tools shall include screwdrivers, gimlets, hand grills, braces and bits,
pipe wrenches and other types of wrenches.

2) Screwdrivers shall have properly sharpened tips. The handles on a wood brace shall turn
freely, and the jaws in the chuck shall be properly lubricated; if equipped with a ratchet,
the ratchet shall be easily adjusted.

3) The teeth on pipe wrench jaws shall be sharp and clean, the screw adjustment shall
operate easily, and the jaw spring shall be sound, permitting proper spread of opening for
firm grip on a pipe.

4) All wrench handles shall be true. Open-end wrench jaws shall not be sprung; the inside of
box wrenches shall be scored or badly worn. All adjusting screws on crescent wrenches
shall operate freely.

5) None of these hand tools shall be overstressed, since most will break under such

circumstances.

d) Gripping and Prying Tools

1) Gripping and prying tools shall include pliers, vise grips, and clamps.

2) Teeth on pliers shall be sharp and clean; handles shall not be distorted.

3) Clamps shall be easily adjustable and adjusting screws shall be lightly lubricated.

e) Tools and Equipment for Hauling and Carrying

1) This category shall include all barrows, bricks, and block carriers, concrete buggies,
hand trucks, and dollies.

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2) All hauling and carrying tools and equipment that depend upon manual power shall roll
easily and smoothly; all handles shall be sound and firmly attached.

3) Loads shall be within the capacity of the equipment and the worker

4) Ramps and runways shall be used over steps and rough or soft ground. Ramp slopes
shall be as gradual as possible.

5) The path for movement of the equipment shall be wide enough for the equipment, and
the ground or floor shall be free of impediments to the safe movement of the equipment.

f) Miscellaneous Tools

1) Miscellaneous tools shall include cement handling and finishing tools; survey tools such
as measuring tapes; caliper, gauges, squares, and levels; shovels, hand augers,
scrappers, hooks, containers and ladles.

2) Tools shall be handled and carried by holding the handle; pointed and bladed tools
without heads are simply carried by hand.

Tools shall be handled with care.

2.04.03 Power Manual Tools

a) Electrical Tools

1) Electrically operated handheld tools shall be equipped with a plug that complies with the
manufacturers configuration for the rated voltage and amperage for the tools.

2) Service cord shall be a three-wire grounded cord with a grounding prong in the plug.

3) All grinders and saws shall be provided with an operable blade guard that maintains
contact with the work piece during operation. Guards shall not be wedged or otherwise
blocked.

4) Removal of a guard shall occur only in those circumstances where the guard would
actually prevent the performance of a specific task. Removal of a guard requires the
supervisors approval.

5) Grinder speeds shall not exceed the rated grinding wheel speeds. Each new grinding
wheel shall bear a rated speed designation.

6) Face goggles or face shields shall be worn while using a grinder.

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7) Care shall be taken to avoid drilling too large a hole at one time. If this occurs, the drill
may bind after it breaks through, and the torque of the tool could twist the handle against
the users wrist and cause serious injury.

8 ) Inoperative blade guards on saws are a major hazard. Guards shall not be wedged or
otherwise blocked; to do so is to risk serious injury.

9)When blades are properly sharpened and set, little force is required to move the saw
through the material.

10) If the material is internally warped, wedging may be used to keep the cut open. Care
shall be taken to prevent cutting through the cord.

11) Proper adjustment of the roller on belt sanders; a poorly adjusted belt mat ride off the
tool or into the guard, causing damage to the tool.

12) Tools shall be completely stopped when the operator lays it down.

13) Care shall be taken to keep the cord clear of the belt when sanding.

14) Eye protection and dust masks shall be worn when sanding.

b) Pneumatic Tools

1) Air compressor shall always be located in areas with adequate ventilation.

2) All compressed air hoses shall be of the correct size to fit the tool being used. All joints
in the hoses shall be made with a proper coupler. The hose length shall be kept as short
as possible, and shall be placed where it will not be subjected to damage or cause a
tripping hazards.

3) Pneumatic tools shall require clean air to operate efficiently. In every line feeding a
power tool, there shall be an adequate filter and lubricator. The lubricator and filter shall
be inspected as often as necessary to ensure their effective operation.

4) During operation and while being stopped, all air tools shall be held firmly to prevent
from Spinning and jumping.

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 5) With jackhammers and concrete breakers, the tool bit retaining spring shall always be
securely in position to prevent the bit from dropping out. The bit must be kept sharp.

6) Eye and ear protection shall be worn when working with pneumatic tools.

2.05 PAINTING

1) Paint soaked rags shall not be left in lockers or in cover all pockets. They shall be
spread out to dry or put into metal containers.

2) Before food is handled workers shall wash their hands of paint to avoid chemical or
lead poisoning. Never eat in workrooms or other places where food may be exposed
to lead dusts, fumes or other chemicals. a well-ventilated location.

3) Paint in which turpentine has been used as thinner shall not be used on hot
surfaces. This might cause vapors to ignite or the fumes emitted might suffocate
workers.

4) Spray hose shall be securely fastened to a scaffold so it shall not become loose and
hit or drag a man off

5) Adequate ventilation to prevent the accumulation of flammable vapors to

hazardous levels of concentration shall be provided in all areas where painting is
done or paints are mixed.
6) No smoking, open flame, exposed heating elements, or other sources of ignition of
any kind shall be permitted in area or rooms where spray painting is done.
7) Workers shall clean their skin thoroughly of any coating materials. Do not use
thinners to remove paint from hands or skin. Use only recommended creams and
cleaners.

2.06 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1) Only trained and authorized personnel shall be allowed to perform all electrical
works.
2) Employees shall not wear loose clothing, rings, watches, or carry keys, lighters, or
other similar metallic objects while working on electrical equipment.
3) Wear suitable and required personal protective equipment like safety shoes, hand
gloves, etc. and it shall be dried.
4) Employees shall be instructed in the use of electrical equipment and shall be
prohibited from tampering and blocking, circuit breakers, using wrong fuses, or by-
passing fuses.

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 5) Electrical personnel shall initially stand to one side of an electrical control box
opposite of box door hinge and touch first with the back of the hand prior to
opening or closing a disconnect.
6) Electrical switchgear shall be labeled to identify the equipment its control.
7) Adequate warning signs shall be placed in all electrical equipment.
8) Water shall not be used on electrical equipment fires. When possible, electrical
equipment shall be OFF before attempting to extinguish an incipient stage fire.
9) Electrical installation and all electrical equipment shall be periodically inspected and
tested by the authorized persons to assure continued satisfactory performance and
to detect deficiencies.
10) The power supply source shall be disconnected before repairs or services are
performed on power tools.

2.07 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Employee shall use and take care of personal protective equipment, protective clothing and
facilities placed at their disposal and not misuse anything provided for their protection. The
general rules applicable to personal protective equipment are:
Face and Eye protection
1. Eye protection shall be worn by employee whose duties indicate the need for
protection.
2. Impact type safety goggles or glasses shall be worn during activities involving flying
or falling objects or particles such as but not limited to chipping, Grinding and
hammering.
3. Safety glasses or goggles are also required in areas that includes but not limited to:
4. Use of compresses air to clean or blow out the debris.
5. Potential dust hazards.
6. Cutting and tying of cables or wire rope.
7. Operations where there may be danger from spraying of oils and chemicals.
8. Arc welding work require the use of welding mask.

HEAD PROTECTION
9. Safety standard helmet shall be worn in job site.

1) Before each use ,helmet shall be inspected for cracks, signs of impact or rough
treatment and wear that might reduce the degree of safety originally provided. Those
found damage should be replaced.
2) Alterations of any kind shall not be made on the helmets such as painting, etching,

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 cutting as these would impair the performance of the headgear.

SAFETY HARNESS AND LIFELINES

1. All persons working on elevated structures such as steel erections, steel men, painters,
welders carpenters etc shall wear safety harness or lifelines.
2. Safety harness and lifelines shall be securely fastened on rigid and firm braces, framing
and the like.
3. Carefully inspect the safety harness before using and those found damaged should be
replaced.
4. Concerned supervisors/foreman shall schedule the regular inspection and maintenance
of the safety harness and lifelines.
5. Steel cables should not be used as lifelines.
6. Lifelines shall be tied to permit as little slack as possible and thus stop a man with
minimum free fall.
7. Rope lines shall be washed with fresh clean water and dried in circulating air. They shall
not be exposed to high temperatures.

FOOT PROTECTION

1. Employees shall wear foot protection appropriate for the activity and conditions.
2. Alterations, mutilations and defacing of safety shoes should be prohibited.
3. Safety shoes should be kept clean always.

WORKING CLOTHES
Wear the prescribed working clothes for a particular job. No loose fits should be allowed
while working around moving machines or energized lines or equipment.

HEARING PROTECTION
Hearing protection shall be worn in high noise areas.

2.08 SAFETY IN THE OFFICE

OFFICE EQUIPMENT
1) Office furniture shall be inspected when received so that burrs or sharp corners shall be
removed immediately.

2) Keep desk drawers close to prevent tripping over them.

3) Remove from power source the plug of all electric office machines and equipment during
work break periods and after office hours. Arrange cables and wires so that they shall

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 not present a tripping hazard.

4) All electric office machines shall be provided with equipment grounding before use.

5) Drawers of filing cabinets shall not be opened simultaneously but instead one at a time
to prevent falling towards them.

6) Never place liquid things or items on top of electrical or electronic equipment where
danger of wetting sensitive parts thereof could load to equipment shorting, breakdown
and damage.
OFFICE BEHAVIOR
1) Running in offices is prohibited.
2) Door shall not be pushed nor opened abruptly or slammed when closing. Do not stand
within the path of the door swing.

3) When carrying a stack of materials, be sure you can see over and around it when
walking through the office. Employees carrying such materials shall not load both arms
when using the stairs, one hand shall be free to use the handrails.

4) Employees are prohibited to crowd or indulge in horseplay in the stairs. Falls on stairs
commonly occur when a person is talking, laughing and turning to friends while going
downstairs or upstairs.

5) Scooting across the floor while sitting on a chair is prohibited. Leaning out from the
chair to pick up objects on the floor is also dangerous and shall be avoided.

6) When an electrical outlet box is exposed after moving a furniture, mark the box with a
tripping hazard sign until it is removed, the outlet shall be removed and relocated. It is
far cheaper to observe this precaution than pay for a bad fall.
7) Do not use spike or pointed rod for filing or for similar purposes.

8) Do not place pencils in any container with points and artworks in the upright position.
9) Store away in a safe place any pointed or bladed instrument after use. Do not hand any
such instruments to someone with the point toward him.
10) Do not leave the knife blade of the paper cutter in the raised position. Do not leave
breakable objects on the edge of desks or tables where they can easily be pushed off.

10) Office machines and equipment shall be operated only by authorized

persons. Nobody shall be allowed to tinker with interlocks on the guards.
Machines or equipment shall not be cleaned or serviced while they are in
operation.

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 STORAGE

1) Materials shall not be stored in place where heavy traffic exists. They shall be stored
in a place where they are not likely to fall on anybody. Nothing shall be allowed on
the floor where it could be a tripping hazard. Equipment and materials delivered to
site shall be stored and preserved as per vendor/supplier recommendations.

2) File materials neatly and firmly to prevent them from crumbling on the floor or fall
over. The heaviest and largest pieces shall be on the bottom of the files. Where
materials are stored on shelves, heavy objects shall be on the lower shelves.

3) Employees shall not stock boxes, papers and other heavy objects on filing cabinets,
desks and window ledges or place these materials carelessly on shelves.

4) Card index files, dictionaries, or other heavy objects shall not be kept on the top of
file cabinets or other high furniture. Movable objects such as flowerpots, boxes and
bottles shall not be allowed on windowsills or ledges.

5) Razor blades, thumbtacks and other sharp objects shall not be thrown loosely into
drawers. They shall be carefully boxed. Blades and pointed objects shall be kept in
suitable containers.

6) During break periods and after office hours, lights and other office machines shall be
put off from source so as to conserve energy. Maintain only sufficient lighting to light
the surroundings.

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

1) Littering in work premises shall not be allowed. Wipe spilled liquids immediately.

2) Broken glass shall be swept immediately and disposed off in a safe place.

3) Tripping hazards such as defective floors, rugs, floor mats, electric or telephone
cords, shall be reported to the maintenance personnel for immediate
replacements and/or repair.

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 CHAPTER III
FIRE PREVENTION AND CONTROL

The best time to stop a fire is before it starts. Employees shall eliminate, or report to their
immediate supervisors, fire hazards, particularly in their work area.
The chance of fire during building construction is quite high. This is due to availability of
combustible materials on job site. Also poor control of heat sources, lack of adequate inspection
and very often, poor house keeping will have high risk of outburst of fire.

FIRE HAZARD
i. House keeping
ii. Heating devices
iii. Combustible material(used/stored)

FIRE PREVENTION
a) House keeping :Poor house keeping condition is the major cause for fire hazard in
construction site. A regular clean up of the scrap material will not only remove or reduce
the fire hazard but will improve general safety at the same time.
Hence cleaning work should be considered a bear necessity at the end of every days work
to reduce the occurrence of accident due to fire or any other reason. All rubbish should be
disposed away from site. No burning of rubbish should be allowed in site.
b) Heating device: Another major cause is due to improper placement of heating device
such as welding machine, grinding or cutting etc. too close to the combustible materials. A
special care and attention shall be taken while carrying out the welding and cutting works.
They are:
A helper for welder or watchman is required while welding or cutting work is carried out.
Good house keeping is required and easily combustible material should be removed and
properly protected from fire.
Cutting torch set must be protected with flash back arrestor to avoid back fire.
Welding and cutting equipment must be inspected before use.
Fire extinguisher must be near vicinity.
Gasoline and other thinner should be stored in a safe place with good ventilation and
warning signs.
c) Electrical: Electrical items also cause the biggest threat for fire hazard. Care should be
taken that electric circuits are not overloaded. Proper insulated wire should be used.

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 d) Combustible materials: Area where combustible materials are stored due care ought
to be given that there is proper ventilation and no heating source is found at its vicinity.

FIRE PROTECTION
During construction free access from street, construction site should be maintained at all times.
Emergency telephone numbers of the fire department should be stuck in the vicinity of the
workers.
Fire extinguishers should be placed in convenient as well as visible locations all around the
building. Care should be taken by the safety officer that these extinguishers are always in a
working condition.
Types and use of Fire extinguisher:
For different type of fire extinguisher a tag is attached which has letters marked on it such as A,
B or C. The letters indicate the purpose and content in the cylinder.
A means for combustible fire such as wood and paper. This contains water.
B means that is meant for fighting flammable liquid fires such as gas, diesel ,paint or oil.
C means that it is meant of fighting against Electric fires.
How to use Fire extinguishers:
i. Remove safety pin.
ii. Aim the nozzle at the base of fire.
iii. Squeeze lever.
iv. Direct the jet to the bottom of the fire spreading area and follow it up.
v. Always use the extinguisher in the direction opposite to wind.
NOTE: NEVER USE THE CLASS A FIRE EXTINGUISHER ON LIVE ELECTRICAL CABLES
OR D.B PANELS.
** LOCATION AND NUMBERS OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS DEPICTED IN THE SITE
OFFICE PLAN ATTACHED .
3.02 HOUSEKEEPING

1) Oil-soaked and paint saturated rags, papers, wastes and other combustible refuse
shall be deposited in non-combustible receptacles provided with self-closing covers,
and removed daily from work area for proper disposal.

2) All types of dust shall be removed regularly from overhead pipes, beams and
machines, particularly from bearing and other heated surface.

3) Combustible materials shall not be stored or allowed to accumulate in airshafts,

stairs shafts, tunnels, out-of-the-way corners near electric motors, equipment and
machinery.

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 4) All passageways leading to portable fire extinguishers, fire hose cabinets and fire

exits shall be kept free from obstructions at all times. Portable fire extinguishers
shall not be relocated from their officially designated places without proper
clearance.
3.03 SMOKING
1) Smoking is strictly prohibited in areas where No Smoking signs are posted and
other places designated as non-smoking areas.
2) Wastebaskets shall never be used for cigarette disposal.
3) Lighted cigarette butts shall be totally put out and left on ashtrays provided for the
purpose.

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 CHAPTER IV
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING PROCEDURE
4.01 INTRODUCTION

Accident investigations are an after-the-facts attempt to determine why

something went wrong. In order to prevent future accidents. It is necessary to
identify and recognize potential and actual accident causes, take appropriate
steps to eliminate or minimize the causes and to prevent recurrence.

All incidents and Near misses need to be investigated promptly. The reason is
that the causes of todays minor injury or non injury accident. If not established
and corrected, may arise again to produce tomorrows serious injury.
Investigation should be directed both at what actually occurred and the potential
of what might have occurred.

An accident investigation is a systematic effort to establish of relevant facts and

interpretations regarding how and why accident occur. An attempt must be made
to get this information from all available sources, including the injured person(s),
witnesses, the accident scene and events of the accident when necessary. The
injured employee should describe in his own words how the accident happened on
the employee accident report form which should then be dated and signed.

4.02 PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to provide information and the necessary
guideline for reporting and investigation of any accident or incident involving MCC
employees, equipment and vehicles to prevent the recurrence.

4.03 SCOPE
This procedure establishes the necessary guideline for reporting and
investigations of any accident or incident involving MCC employees, equipment
and vehicles.

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4.04 REPORTING PERSONAL ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENCES

1.1.2 4.04.01 On-Duty Incidences/Accidents

1) Any injury sustained by an employee shall be reported at once to the employees

immediate supervisor. However, in case of major occurrences or serious injuries, the
supervisor shall promptly transfer the injuries to the nearest hospital and the same
notify the Project Manager and the Safety Officer.

2) The employee or his immediate supervisor or superior in case of the formers incapacity,
shall then prepare and submit report on the accident or incident by using the accident
investigation report form.

4.05 HAZARD COMMUNICATION FOR SUB-CONTRACTORS

The Safety Officer is also responsible for warning and training all the company sub-contractors
workers. The safety officer should see to that Sub-Contractors are required to perform their
work according to MCCs safety and health .It is the responsibility of the safety officer to
provide the following information to the sub-contractor.
1) Hazardous equipments or materials to which they may be exposed while on the
work site.
2) Make sure that the workers wear the PPE at times the work/situation demands it.

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 1.1.2.1.1 CHAPTER V
EMERGENCY PLAN
5.01 OBJECTIVES
a) To save lives , company and clients properties.

b) To provide information as take the necessary action and steps that MCC
work force shall implement during any emergencies.

5.02 INTRODUCTION

a) Regardless of the preventive and protective measures incorporated in the

operations and procedures, additional measures have to be taken to deal
with incidents and emergency situations that may occur in area of
operation that may result in casualties and damage to company and client
properties.

b) Incident can be minimized if the organization, planning and procedure are

in place before any emergency situations occur. Speedy and effective
operation of control measures will practically assist in minimizing the
damage to company and client properties.

c) This procedure establishes the necessary action to be taken during any

fire, medical emergencies, vehicle accidents etc
5.03 NATURE OF INCIDENT
a) Depending on the nature of works and the areas of work involved the
emergencies can be classified as follows:
1) FIRE
2) MEDICAL EMERGENCY
3) VEHICLE ACCIDENTS

5.04 REPORTING PROCEDURE FOR AN EMERGENCY

Convey the following required information:
1) The nature of emergency
2) The location of emergency
3) Your name, contact telephone number and the location.
4) Type of assistance Required (Medical, Fire Brigade, etc.)

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5.05 GENERAL RESPONSE FOR AN EMERGENCY
a) FIRE OF SMALLER MAGNITUDE
1) First person to detect the fire warns the others shouting Fire, Fire, Fire.
2) Detect the source of fire or the materials involved.
3) In case fire involving Electricity, try to shut-off the source of electricity.
4) Approach the fire with all safety precautions and use appropriate
extinguishing medium (fire extinguisher, sand, fire blanket, etc.) to control
& stop the fire.
5) Do not enter in unventilated area without proper respiratory protection.
6) Report the incident immediately to the immediate Supervisor/Safety
Officer and likewise will report immediately the incident to the Project
Mangers
7) In case the fire is UNCONTROLLABLE, evacuate the area immediately .

b) FIRE AT PROJECT SITE OFFICE

1) First person to detect the fire warns the other shouting Fire, Fire, Fire.
2) Detect the source of fire or the materials involved.
3) In case fire involving Electricity, try to shut-off the source of electricity.
4) Approach the fire with all safety precautions and use appropriate
extinguishing medium (fire extinguisher, sand, fire blanket, etc.) to control
& stop the fire.
5) Do not enter in unventilated area without proper respiratory protection.
6) In case the fire is of larger magnitude, restrict the spread of fire by closing
doors and windows and ensure that every one has vacated the room.

c) MEDICAL EMERGENCY

1) In case of any accident causing injuries to a person, the first person that
witness the accident shall inform his subordinates and ask for help.
2) For your own safety check the area before approaching the scene of
accident.
3) Remove the victim to a safer place in case there is a chance of further
injury or else do not touch the victim.
4) Report the incident immediately to the immediate Supervisor/Safety
Officer and likewise will report immediately the incident to Project
Managers.
5) The concerned Supervisor shall prepare and submit the accident report.

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 1.1.2.1.2 CHAPTER VI
CRANE SAFETY PROCEDURE

6.01.01 Operators must be thoroughly familiar with safe crane operating practices and
have a complete understanding of all operation and maintenance instructions.
Operators shall be physically fit and thoroughly trained, with related experience,
not be easily excitable, not be subject to epileptic seizures, and not be using any
drug that could impair physically, visual, or mental reactions or capabilities.

6.01.02 Inspect the crane every day (before the start of each shift). Ensure that routine
Maintenance and lubrication are being check performed. Dont operate a
damaged or poorly maintained crane. You risk lives when operating faulty
machinery, including your own.

6.01.03 Avoid a dirty or greasy crane. Keep the cab, deck, and foot and hand holds free
of mud and grease for operator safety. Dirty equipment fails rapidly and makes
good maintenance difficult.

6.01.04 Check for WARNING tags placed on the crane. If found, refuse to operate the
crane until repairs are made and WARNING tags are removed by authorized
personnel.

6.01.05 Have an approved fire extinguisher available and know how to use it. Inspect as
required to ensure it is fully charged and operable.

6.01.06 Always perform a function check after repairs have been made to ensure proper
operation. Load tests shall be performed when structural or lifting members are
involved.

6.01.07 When shutting down the crane adhere to the following:

a) engage the parking brakes

b) lower the boom and the load

c) place the controls in neutral
d) chock the wheels
e) ensure the swing lock is engaged
f) remove the ignition key
g) lock the machine and install vandal guards, if used.

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6.02 CRANE OPERATION SAFETY
6.02.01 Check crane stability before lifting loads. Ensure the outriggers (or tires if
lifting on rubber) are firmly positioned on solid surfaces. Ensure the crane is
level, brakes are set, and the load is properly rigged and attached to the
hook. Lift the load slightly off the ground and recheck the stability before
proceeding with the lift. Determine the weight of the load before you attempt
the lift. Check the load chart against the weight of the load.
6.02.02 most accidents involving mobile hydraulic cranes, are caused by the
following:

a) Crane out of level

b) Bad surface conditions
c) Outriggers used improperly or not used at all
d) Inadequate blocking under outrigger floats
e) Improper crane operation

6.02.03 after the crane has been properly set-up, make a dry run before making the
first lift. Become familiar with all factors peculiar to the job site. Know what
moves to make BEFORE attaching the first load. Plan ahead.

6.02.04 Use the load line to determine the level of the crane. It shall always lie in the
center of the boom. Check at two points 90 degrees apart.

6.02.05 be sure the hoist line is vertical before starting the lift. Dont subject the
crane to side loading.

6.02.06 The importance of properly leveling a crane cannot be overstressed. A crane

only slightly out-of-level can quickly encounter a tipping condition.

6.02.07 Check the ground, use timber mates when terrain conditions are soft or
questionable.

6.02.08 Barricade the area around which the crane is working.

6.02.09 Remember - All rigging equipment must be considered as part of the load.
Lifting capacities vary with working areas. Permissible working areas are
posted in the crane cab. When swinging from one working area to another,
ensure load chart capacities are not exceeded. Know your crane!

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6.02.10 Do not exceed crane rating. Do not rely on the crane tipping stability to
determine the maximum lifting capacity. Do not exceed the capacities shown
on the load chart in the cab. REMEMBER: All lifting devices (block, jib, etc.) are
part of the load.

6.02.11 Always keep the load as near to the crane and as close to the ground as
possible.

6.02.12 Wind and other factors such as boom length, boom angle, size and weight of
load being lifted, etc. can affect crane stability and crane structures. Practical
working loads for each particular job and lift shall be established by the user
depending upon conditions that exist at the time a lift is being made.
Appropriate capacity reductions shall be made whenever conditions indicate
the possibility that a loss of crane stability or structural damage could occur.
Be extremely cautious if wind velocity approaches 38 miles per hour.

6.02.13 Exercise caution when swinging loads.

6.02.14 Never swing or lower the boom into the carrier cab.

6.02.15 Stop the hook block from swinging when unhooking a load.

6.02.16 Swinging rapidly can cause the load to swing out and increase the load radius.
Swing the load slowly. Swing with caution and keep the load lines vertical.
6.02.17 Operate the crane only from the crane operators seat. Operating from any
other position, such as reaching in a window, constitutes a safety hazard.
6.02.18 Never operate the crane with less than two wraps of rope on the hoist drum.

6.02.19 Check the hoist brake by raising the load a few inches and holding it there. Be
sure the hoist brake is working correctly before continuing the lift.
6.02.20 Do not attempt to change / shift speeds, on multiple speed hoists, with in
motion.
6.02.21 Never pull sideways with the boom. Booms and swing systems are not
designed to side pull and may be damaged if subjected to excessive side
loading. Booms are designed for lifting only freely suspended loads.
6.02.22 NEVER permit anyone to ride loads, slings, hooks, etc., for any reason.
6.02.23 Never stand or work on or near the superstructure while the crane is moving
or swinging.

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6.02.24 Keep every one away from suspended loads. Allow no one to walk under a
load. Ensure that all slings, ties, and hooks are correctly placed and secured
before raising or lowering the load.

602.25 Check all braking and holding devices before operation. Perform an
operational check of all braking (wheel & swing) and safety holding devices
before starting any crane or traveling operations.
6.02.26 The engine must not be started with master clutch engaged: engage only
after you are sure everything is in the clear and in neutral.
6.02.27 Be sure the load is well secured and attached to the hook with rigging of
proper size and in good condition.
6.02.28 Allow no one to ride on the crane, carrier deck, engine compartment, etc.

6.02.29 Use tag lines, as appropriate, for positioning and restraining loads. Check the
load slings before lifting.

6.02.30 Tag line personnel must guide the load from the ground.

6.02.31 Use only slings or other rigging devices rated for the job and use them
properly. Never wrap the hoist cable around a load.

602.32 Check all hooks, shackles, and slings before use. Do not use faulty
equipment.

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 1.1.2.1.3 CHAPTER VII
FIRST AID TREATMENT

First aid is the immediate temporary care in case of an accident or sudden illness before the
services of a physician can be secured. Simple treatment can be done by non-medical people
and persons with training on first aid shall attempt to revive or treat victims as any delay may
mean life or death. The following instructions are designed to give him guidance or recall steps
in the procedure to be followed. After first aid is given, the injured or sick employee shall be
brought to the medical clinic or to the nearest hospital, if seriously injured or if condition is
critical.

7.01 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

11.01.01 This guide contains an alphabetical listing of many illnesses, injuries, and
other problems, with recommended first-aid procedures.

11.01.02 If you pay attention to the guidelines, you shall be able to handle most first-
aid situations effectively. But, as is the case with many skills, experience
helps build confidence, and the best way to get first-aid experience is in a
classroom.

7.02 WHAT YOU NEED

7.02.01 You can improvise many first-aid materials. For example, firmly rolled
newspapers or magazines can make a splint. You can use towels, any kind of
cloth, or even your bare hand stop bleeding.
7.02.02 But proper, sterile first-aid materials can make a demanding job easier, and
decrease the risk of infection. Have your first-aid supplies where you can find
them easily at home, know where they are located at work, and keep a first-
aid kit in your car. It is also a good idea to have a blanket in your car, and
flares in case of traffic accident.

7.02.03 First Aid Box Content:

a) Adhesive bandages, various sizes

b) Gauze pads, various sizes
c) Large triangular bandages
d) Cold pack
e) Iodine Antiseptic
g) Eye Lotion

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 h) Medicine
i) Scissors and Cotton Clip
k) List of emergency telephone numbers
l) This guide or another basic reference for first-aid procedures
m) Other requirements

7.02.04 Almost all these items are available from drug stores. Many sporting goods
stores stock cold packs and other first-aid supplies.
7.02.05 Check your first-aid supplies at least once a year. Make sure batteries are
still good and which prescription medicines have not expired. Replace any
materials you might have used.

7.03 EMERGENCY PRIORITIES

7.03.01 Staying calm can be one of the most difficult things you have to do in many
first-aid situations. This is especially true if someone has more than one
injury, or if you are at the scene of an accident where more than one person
needs help. Knowing the priorities for dealing with an emergency shall help
you handle it calmly and with confidence:
1) Be sure you are not putting your own life in danger.
2) Decide whether the victim's position puts him in danger from further,
serious injury.
3) Take care of life-threatening problems first. There are many conditions
that can endanger someone's life, but you may have to take care of these
first, and in this order:
4) Make sure the victim has an open airway and is breathing, and make
sure his heart is beating.
5) Stop severe bleeding.
6) Threat for physical shock. (See Shock)

7.03.02 If there are other people around get them to help by directing traffic if
necessary, calling for medical assistance, and getting supplies. Even people
who have not been trained in first aid can help with victims. A bystander can
follow your directions to control bleeding, for example, while you take care of
a victim's breathing and heartbeat.

7.04 GETTING MEDICAL HELP

7.04.01 In many cases, getting medical help quickly and effectively can make the
difference between life and death. Make sure you have access to emergency

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 numbers and know the procedure for making an emergency call.

7.04.02 When you call an emergency response number:

1) Be calm, and speak slowly and distinctly. The person you talk to has to
understand the situation as fully as possible from the information you
provide.
2) Be prepared to answer questions concerning:

a) The location of the victim and phone number you are calling from.
b) What happened.
c) The victim's age and condition.
d) What is being done, or what has already been done for the victim.

3) Listen carefully to any instructions. Make sure you understand them fully.
4) Always wait for the other person to hang up first.

7.05 FIRST-AID PROCEDURES

The procedures listed on the following pages are widely accepted and have been
reviewed by medical professionals. But if any of them conflicts with your doctor's
advice, follow your doctor's recommendations.

7.05.01 AMPUTATION

1) It is often possible for a surgeon to reattach a severed limb or digit. Get the
amputated part and the victim to a hospital quickly, with the part as well preserved as
possible.

a) If possible, seal the amputated part in a plastic bag and put the bag in ice
water.
b) If you do not have a plastic bag, wrap it in a damp, clean cloth.
c) Do not place the part directly in water or on ice.

7.05.02 BLEEDING

1) Bleeding is controlled by applying pressure directly on the wound - which speeds

clotting.
2) Minor Bleeding

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 a) Apply pressure and clean the wound with soap and water.
3) Major Bleeding
a) Rapid blood loss can be very serious, even fatal.
1) Apply pressure directly to the wound, using a clean absorbent pad if possible,
but do not waste time looking for material to use. Apply pressure with your bare
hand if necessary.
2) Do not remove a pad or cloth when blood soaks through. Just put another pad
on top of the first one and continue to apply pressure.
3) You can use a pressure bandage to keep pressure on the wound. Slip your
finger under the knot to be sure it is not too tight.
4) If you are not able to apply pressure directly on the wound, use one of the four
major pressure points.

7.05.03 BRUISE, BLACK EYE, BUMP

1) A blow to the body can result in discoloration from an accumulation of blood in

body tissues near the skin. Or there may just be a painful lump with or without
discoloration. First-aid consists of relieving discomfort and helping fluids get
reabsorbed into the body.
a) Apply a cold pack or cold compress during the first 24 hours.
b) If possible, elevate and rest the injured area.
c) After 24 hours, apply heat. (Also see Eye Injury, Blow to the Eye)

7.05.04 BURNS

1) Burns are highly susceptible to infection and complications from fluid loss.
Remember the general rule: cool a minor burn, and wrap a serious burn.
a) If skin is not broken, soak the burned area in cool water.
b) If the skin is broken, do not try to clean the wound. Cover the burn with a dry,
sterile dressing.
c) Get medical help for:
1) Any third degree burn.
2) Any burn that cover 15 percent or more of an adult's body area.
3) A first degree burn that covers most of the body.
4) Any burn on the face, hands, feet, or genitals.
d) Be alert for signs of infection.

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7.05.05 CUT, SCRATCH, PUNCTURE
1) Cuts, scratches and puncture wounds are generally not serious in themselves,
but need to clean them and protect against infection. Even an apparently minor
puncture wound can result in tetanus if the wound was caused by a nail, thorn, or
dirty object.
a) Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water.
b) Use direct pressure to stop bleeding.
c) Call your doctor if you are not sure about the need for a tetanus shot, if the cut
may require stitches for proper healing, or if it becomes infected.

7.05.06 ELECTRIC SHOCK

1) Many people are injured or killed by contact with electricity - even households
current. Not only can electric shock cause burns and serious internal injuries, it can
paralyze the nerve centers that control breathing, and it can stop or dangerously
alter a person's heartbeat.
2) Treat all electrical appliances and wiring with respect. Install protective caps in
electrical outlets to keep children safe from electric shock.
3) If someone does come in contact with electric current, act quickly- the longer a
person is in contact with the current, the worse his condition shall be, but do not
endanger your own life in the process.
a) Do not touch the victim as long as he is contact with the current. If you
do, you risk becoming a path for the electricity too.
b) Remove the power from the victim by disconnecting the appliance plug
or tripping the circuit breaker. If you cannot locate a plug or circuit
breaker, call the electric utility dispatcher to turn off power to the
locations.
c) When the current is safety off:
1) Send someone to call for medical help.
2) Do not move the victim any more than absolutely necessary. Muscular
contractions from electric current can break bones and cause internal
injuries.
3) Check the victim's breathing and be prepared to do CPR.
4) Treat for physical shock.
5) Take care of any burns, and try to keep the victim calm and as
comfortable as possible until medical help arrives.

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7.05.07 EYE INJURY

1) Any problem involving the eyes shall be treated quickly and correctly. Even a
particle caught between the eye and the eyelid can become serious.
2) Blow to the Eye
a) Apply a cold pack or cold compress to reduce swelling.
b) Watch for evidence of more serious injury, including a fracture.
d) Get medical help for persistent pain, blurred or double vision, or discoloration of
the eyeball.
3) Chemical Burn
a) Potential eye injury from contact with a chemical can often be prevented by
washing the eye quickly and thoroughly.
1) Flood the eye with running water for 15 to 20 minutes. Hold the eye open and
let the water run from the bridge of the nose across the surface of the eye.
2) If the eye continues to feel uncomfortable or if there is any difficulty with vision,
get medical help, and take a sample of the chemical with you or be able to
describe it.
4) Particle on Surface or Inside Eyelid
a) Usually the natural reflexes of blinking and increased tear production shall wash
the particle out. If not:
1) Do not rub the eye.
2) Rinse the eye gently with clear water or sterile eyewash.
3) Get medical help if you are unable to dislodge the particle.
5) Penetration
a) If something penetrates the surface of the eye, or if the eye is scratched or
burned, it is very important to keep the eye and the eyelid still. Keep the victim
calm, and get medical help.
1) Do not try to remove the object or wash the eye.
2) Use an eye patch to protect the eye from pressure, and bandage the eye. it's
best to bandage both eyes. If the good eye is not bandaged, urge the victim to
make an effort to keep it from moving, since the injured eye shall move along
with it.

7.05.08 FRACTURE

1) A fracture can be a hairline crack in a bone or the bone can be completely

broken through. Treatment of a fracture can be made more difficult if the bone
penetrates the skin. Serious complications are possible from a jagged bone end

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 damaging an artery or nerve. The primary objective of first aid is to keep broken
bone ends from moving. It is more important to be gentle than fast.
a) Call for medical help.
b) If the bone is visible, cover the wound with a sterile dressing, and take care of
bleeding if necessary.
c) If you shall transport the victim, splint the limb to immobilize the fracture,
disturbing it as little as possible. The splint shall extend past the joint on each side
of the fracture.
d) If the bone is dislocated, do not change its position or try to put it back into
place.
e) Cold compresses or a cold pack help reduce swelling and pain.
f) Keep the person warm and as comfortable as possible. Elevate his feet if it does
not disturb the injury or cause additional pain.

7.05.09 HEAT EXHAUSTION

1) The primary symptoms of heat exhaustion are perspiration, weakness, dizziness, and
nausea. With proper first aid, a victim of heat exhaustion shall probably recover quickly.
a)Get a person out of the sun or away from the source of heat.
b)Try to cool him off: fan him and wipe his face with a cool, wet cloth.
c)If he is not vomiting, give him small amounts of cool water. He is less likely to choke
if he holds the glass or cup himself.

7.05.10 HEAT STROKE

1) Heat stroke is sometimes called sunstroke. It happens most often with infants
and elderly people, and they do not have to be in the sun to get it. The primary
symptoms are no perspiration; hot, red, dry skin; high body temperature; rapid pulse.
Heat stroke is a true emergency that requires rapid cooling and medical attention.
a) If possible, have someone call for emergency medical help while you begin to
cool the victim.
b) Get the person cool as soon as possible. Use cold water, colds compresses, ice
packs - whatever is available. If you can, put him in a tub filled with cold water.
c) If the victim is conscious and not vomiting, give him small amounts of water to
drink.
d) When the victim's temperature feels like it's near normal, stop the cooling, dry
him off, and treat for shock. Do not let him get chilled.
e) Be prepared for his temperature to go back up, and if it does, start the cooling
process again.

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7.05.11 SPRAIN

A sprain is the result of ligaments or tendons in the area of a joint being torn or
stretched beyond their normal range. The symptoms are the same as for a closed
fracture. Treat the injury as a fracture until an X-ray determines that no bones are
broken. (See Fracture).

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