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Phase II Infrastructure Works
Client: NGC
Project Date: 2005
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Phase II Infrastructure Works
Client: NGC
Project Date: 2005
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INTRODUCTION

The company has a strong commitment to ensuring the highest health and safety conditions for all employee, together with the moral and legal responsibilities of an effective accident prevention and environmental protection program.  The program and policies described herein is backed by the management, and administered, facilitated and monitored by the appropriate officers responsible for the respective duties.  The company’s program emphasizes the following:

  • continuous review and updating of safety procedures
  • comprehensive safety training for supervisors, foremen and employees
  • requirements for ‘tool box’ meetings with laborers and management
  • provision of proper ‘first aid’ facilities and competent medical care
  • establishment of general safety and fire prevention/protection plans
  • close coordination with insurance carriers on claims investigations
  • inspection and monitoring of the project and advising management of trends or problems
  • control procedures regarding health hazards and toxic materials
  • compliance with government rules and regulations.
  • Environmental protection measures to prevent or mitigate the impact of any site operation including contaminations, spillages or disposal of waste that may adversely affect the environment.

 

 

SAFETY MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of this statement is to describe the safety and Health Policy of Sunco Engineering Services Company Limited and the management's commitment to safety on all construction projects undertaken by our company.

All employees, subcontractors, vendors and other personnel assigned to or visiting the construction job sites under the management of Sunco must adhere strictly to the policies of the company with regard to safety and health, which are intended to prevent unwanted incidents that may result in physical and financial loss.

The safety mission of Sunco Engineering Services Company Limited is to ensure a safe and healthy work place for all company employees and those who work with the company by continually reducing the number of accidents and injuries. Because working safely is a condition of employment, supervisors shall ensure compliance with the safety and health rules, laws and regulations as they apply to their respective operations, and that all tasks are planned and performed with a concern for safety.

All employees are expected to report for work Drug/Alcohol-free, to perform their job according to established safe practices and to use the safety equipment and devices provided. In addition to complying with safety requirements, employees are responsible for active participation in project safety and health programs, as well as the immediate reporting of all injuries and unsafe practices or conditions observed to their supervisor.

Sunco Engineering Services Company Limited is dedicated to ensuring that the highest safety and health standards are maintained for all jobs under our management.

 

 

GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES

In addition to the basic rules of personal safety and conduct that shall be enforced in accordance with Sunco's Safety Program, the following shall apply to all personnel assigned to the construction job sites under the control of Sunco Engineering Services Company Limited.

  1. Government Safety Regulations
    1. All staff and site personnel shall comply with all relevant governmental safety regulations.
  2. Reporting Unsafe Conditions
    1. Reports shall be made to the designated site safety officer regarding any conditions affecting the safety of any site personnel, regardless of cause.
  3. Accidents
    1. An immediate verbal report shall be made to the safety officer concerning any on site accidents. All serious accidents shall be investigated followed by a written report.
  4. Safety Talks
    1. Toolbox safety meetings shall be held regularly with employees to discuss safety issues such as present compliance and the implementation of new safety measures.
  5. Identification Cards
    1. Access cards shall be granted to employees for gate entry. Access cards must be surrendered upon expiry.
  6. Employee Screening
    1. All employees shall be screened for the abuse of drugs and alcohol, and shall be capable of accomplishing all tasks assigned to them.
  7. First Aid
    1. First Aid facilities and necessary supplies shall be available to all personnel.
  8. Smoking
    1. Smoking is allowed in designated areas only.
  9. Safety Officer
    1. During work hours, a person responsible for safety shall be present. The officer will be responsible for compliance of safety regulations by all personnel.

 

 

BASIC RULES OF PERSONAL SAFETY AND CONDUCT

The following basic rules shall apply to all site personnel including those employed by sub-contractors who are under the management of Sunco Engineering Services Company Limited.

Orientation

All job site personnel must be oriented by their employer and supervisor prior to beginning work on the project.

Reporting Hazard

Employees must report any unsafe conditions to their supervisor and/or project safety officer.

Injuries

Employees must report any unsafe conditions to their supervisor. All injuries must be reported and treated in the project's office.

Safety Hats

All persons on the project are required to wear approved safety helmets at all times except while inside offices and in cabs of vehicles with adequate overhead protection.

Eye Protection

All persons on the project are required to wear approved safety glasses while performing or in close proximity to hazardous tasks such as welding, burning, grinding etc.

Respiratory Protection

Proper respiratory protection equipment shall be provided to and used by persons exposed to hazardous chemical substances or when working in unsafe, unventilated areas.

Clothing

Job site personnel shall wear, as a minimum, full-length trousers, short-sleeve shirt with collar and serviceable construction boots. Athletic shoes and sandals shall not be permitted.

Truck Riding

Personnel are not permitted to ride on loads, fenders, running boards, sideboards, and tailgates or with legs or feet hanging over sides of vehicles. Seat belts shall be worn by drivers and passengers inside cabs.

Equipment Operators

Operators must have their qualifications verified and their certificate on their person before authorized to operate construction or other mobile equipment.

Mobile Equipment

Project personnel are not permitted to ride on equipment that is not specifically designed to carry passengers or where proper seating is not provided. Project vehicles shall observe all traffic laws of Trinidad and Tobago.

Mobile Equipment Alarms

All mobile equipment shall have a working horn. All vehicles larger than pick-up trucks shall have a working back-up alarm, which will sound when the vehicle is reversing (not required on track cranes).

Speed Limits

Vehicular traffic is not to exceed the posted speed limit.

Scaffolding

Scaffolds are to be erected and dismantled by qualified personnel under the direction of component supervision. Scaffolds are not to be used until inspected and tagged.

Electrical Equipment

No person, except qualified electricians, shall work on electrical equipment.

Compressed Air

Personnel shall not use compressed air to blow dirt from clothing, hair or body. Compressed air shall not be misused.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted within 25 meters of flammable and combustible material.

Sanitary Facilities

Personnel must use the sanitary facilities on the job site.

Horseplay / Fighting

Running, shoving, practical jokes, horseplay or fighting are not permitted on the project.

Substance Abuse

Violation of the Company's substance abuse policy, including intoxication by or possession of liquor or narcotics by onsite personnel for sale, gift, barter, or otherwise dispose of on the jobsite is forbidden and shall result in dismissal of offending site personnel.

Weapons

Possession of weapons by onsite personnel while on company property for sale, gift, barter, or otherwise dispose of is prohibited.

Personnel failing to comply with these rules may be removed from or denied access to the project.

 

 

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

  • All personnel must ensure that their work area is kept clean. All garbage must be properly disposed of in garbage containers provided.
  • Personnel working with degreasers / solvents etc. for cleaning purpose must dispose of oily or contaminated water into containers provided for this purpose.
  • Contaminated soil, paper, cloth or any other material used in the job process, will be disposed by removal to approved disposal site etc.
  • All possible measures will be put in place to prevent spillage of any kind. Containment devices will be used in areas where fuels or oils are stored for site use and for any work, which may involve a risk of any spillage.

 

 

POLICY ON PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

The minimum requirements for personal protective equipment shall be Helmets, Safety Glasses and sturdy, leatherwork shoes. Only equipment complying with OSHA, ANSI or other applicable regulations shall be used. Protective equipment which has been altered in any way shall not be worn on the project.

Personal Protective Equipment which has been altered in any manner so as to reduce its effectiveness shall be repossessed, repaired or destroyed.

 

  1. Head Protection
    1. The wearing of head protection on Sunco's project is mandatory. Hard hats or caps shall meet the specifications of ANSI Z 89.1-1969. Hard hats will be replaced based upon manufacturer's recommendation.
    2. Bump caps and metallic hard hats or caps are prohibited on Sunco's project.
    3. Welders are required to wear head protection (hard hat or cap) during welding operations. Soft cap welding or cutting is prohibited.
    4. Persons who operate vehicles and equipment are required to wear protective headgear during the operation of such equipment, except in enclosed cabs.
  2. Eye Protection
    1. All personnel involved in the use of power tools and welding equipment must wear approved protective eyewear during working hours. Protective eyewear shall meet the minimum requirements of ANSI Standard Z 87.1, latest edition.
    2. Only approved protective eyewear is allowed to be worn on our project sites.
    3. Glasses shall have side shields. Glasses with brow guards are recommended.
    4. In cases where employees perform work in operating or restricted areas of the facility, the use of chemical goggles, face shields and other protective equipment will be considered where necessary.
    5. During grinding operations, full-face shields shall be worn in addition to required protective eyewear.
    6. Persons who wear prescription or corrective type eye glasses shall wear goggles over the eyewear, use "over-the-glasses" safety glasses, or have prescription glasses that meet the requirements of the ANSI Z 87.1 standard.
    7. Persons who are operating vehicles and equipment must wear protective eyewear while operating such equipment, except in enclosed cabs.
  3. Respiratory Protection
    1. Respiratory protection devices of the approved type shall be worn by personnel when exposed to hazardous concentrations of dust, fumes, mists or gases as may be required.
    2. The use of respiratory equipment shall be used in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.
    3. Respiratory equipment will be provided in accordance with the anticipated atmospheric conditions where the work will be performed.
    4. Appropriate posting is required when exposure to atmospheric conditions may be harmful to health.
    5. Sunco's Safety Officer shall coordinate with the owner's HSE representation before starting any work that requires employees to wear respiratory protection.
    6. Provisions shall be made for employees who wear corrective lenses and are required to wear full-face respiratory protection. These provisions shall include rotation from such respiratory protection work and eyeglass inserts or special lenses, as if required.
    7. Training shall be provided on the inspections, use, sanitary care and limitations of respiratory equipment. The records of such training shall be maintained by Sunco and made available to Owner's Representative.
    8. A competent person shall be designed by Sunco to store, maintain, inspect and clean respiratory equipment.
  4. Hearing Protection
    1. Approved hearing protection shall be made available and such protection shall be worn by all employees exposed to noise levels 85 dBA and higher where posted and where such high noise levels exist and may not be posted. A rule of thumb is if it is necessary to shout to be heard when standing near a person, then the noise level exceeds permissible levels.
    2. Signs warning of noise levels in excess of allowable limits will be posted to warn of potential exposure hazard and personal protective equipment requirements. All equipment that produces noise levels in excess of 85 dBA must be identified and tagged as "hazardous noise generating" - Hearing Protection required when operating.
  5. Fall Protection / Prevention
    1. Lifelines, safety belts and lanyards shall be used only for employee safeguarding. Any lifeline, safety belt, or lanyard actually subjected to in-service loading, as distinguished from static load testing, will be immediately removed from service and shall not be used again for employee safeguarding.
    2. The use of fall protection equipment shall be in compliance with applicable regulatory standards. Sunco shall make maximum use of primary fall protection systems such as scaffolds, aerial lifts, personnel hoists, etc. These systems shall be equipped with complete walking / working surfaces free of floor openings, with standard guardrails systems in place and a safe means of egress. General guidelines include, but are not limited to:
      1. Persons who are performing work in unguarded areas and exposed to a potential fall of six (6) feet or more shall utilize fall protection equipment. 100% tie-off is required at all times.
      2. In situations where a fall could result in impalement, fall protection equipment shall be utilized regardless of the potential falling distance.
      3. Vertical impaling objects, such as rebar, shall have the ends capped with a 2x4 inch block of wood, rebar cap, or other item which adequately covers the impaling end of the object and provides protection from the hazard.
      4. Personal fall protection equipment must be inspected prior to each use by the user.
      5. Safety harnesses and lanyards shall be inspected prior to each use by the user and any equipment found to be defective would be immediately removed from the project. In addition, fall protection equipment will be inspected bi-annually by a competent person. Fall protection equipment will be marked in such a manner to indicate when such an inspection was performed.
      6. Auxiliary fall protection equipment such as static lines and perimeter guards shall be utilized by personnel traveling from one location to another in elevated positions.
      7. Personnel working from or traveling in powered work platforms or personnel lifting / hoisting devices shall properly secure their safety lanyards.
      8. Access ways such as ladders, shall be provided for personnel who must perform work in elevated areas.
      9. Fall Protection devices subjected to shock-loading imposed during fall arresting shall be removed from service and destroyed.
      10. Safety nets shall be provided when workplaces are more than 25 feet above the ground or water surface, or other surfaces where the use of ladders, scaffolds, catch platforms, temporary floors, safety lines, or safety belts is impractical.
      11. Sunco will review the scope of work to identify the methods to achieve 100% fall protection prior to commencement of such work. Where lifeline systems are used, anchor points shall be capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds or 2275 kg. Lifelines shall be installed and maintained by qualified persons who are competent and possess the rigging knowledge necessary to ensure the integrity and safety factors necessary for lifeline system installation. Lanyards shall be secured to vertical lifelines by rope grabs only. Knots, painters-hitchers, or loops are not acceptable. Horizontal lifelines shall have tie-off points at least waist high.
      12. Subcontractors using retractable lifeline devices shall secure them by means acceptable to Bechtel and in all cases by a means capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds or 2275 kg.
      13. Sunco will require employees to wear an approved safety harness / lanyard system if they work from ladders where the fall exposure is less than 6 feet or 2 meters and they are unable to maintain 3-point contract.
  6. Hand Protection
    1. Gloves shall be used to protect hands when performing work, which would expose one to physical / chemical hazards. Care will be exercised in choosing the correct glove to the task being performed.
  7. Dress Requirements
    1. All Project personnel are required to wear suitable clothing at all times that will protect the body and extremities. Typical hazards to be protected against and things to consider are:
      1. Chemical burns from acid / caustic residues or leaks can be prevented by using acid splash suits, protective boots and appropriate gloves.
      2. Skin absorption of allergens or toxins in gaseous, liquid, or solid states can be prevented through the use of splash suits, boots and gloves.
      3. Rotating or moving equipment. Loose clothing shall not be worn where it can contact or catch on energized conductors, moving parts, equipment or other hazards of this type.
      4. Preference should be given to natural fibers in the clothing worn by personnel.
      5. Short pants shall not be worn as outerwear.
      6. Tank tops or sleeveless shirts shall not be worn as outerwear.
      7. Finger rings, ear rings and others attached to other body parts or necklaces shall not be worn when there is a danger of catching them on moving parts or contacting energized conductors.
      8. Certain job tasks may require breathing air, or other specialized protection, assure proper provisions are made i.e. sandblasting.
  8. Protective Footwear
    1. All personnel on the Project site shall wear protective footwear of sturdy construction. Open toe shoes, high heel shoes, sandals, tennis shoes, jogging or athletic shoes and other such footwear are prohibited on the Project. This rule also applies to personnel who perform work within the confines of an office and will from time to time leave their work area and conduct business where field activities are taking place.

 

 

ACCIDENT REPORTING, INVESTIGATING AND ANALYSIS

General Procedure Policy

  1. All accidents are reported immediately to the Site Supervisor in charge of the work activity.
  2. The supervisor completes the Employee Injury Report and submits it to the Safety Coordinator.
  3. All employees are required to cooperate in all accident investigations, even if the accident does not relate to them.
  4. Accident investigations analyses are conducted to identify the root causes of the accident and not to blame employees.
  5. Sunco's Safety Coordinator investigates all serious accidents and interview employees whenever necessary in order to validate Accident Investigation Reports.
  6. Supervisor's Accident Investigation Checklist
    1. Control the Accident Scene
      1. People are first priority
      2. Send for help ... notify senior personnel
      3. See that the area is safe to administer first-aid
    2. Stop ongoing hazards and rescue personnel, you should:
      1. Block mechanical equipment ... prevent movement
      2. Issue personal protective equipment
      3. Provide emergency lighting, power, air, etc.
      4. Secure the scene and protect evidence by:
      5. Rope off area
    3. Collect Evidence
      1. Identify transient evidence; take notes, pictures, and sketches
      2. Position tools, equipment. Layout etc.
      3. Tire tracks, footprints, loose materials, etc.
      4. Collect operating logs, charts, and records
      5. Identification numbers of the equipment and maintenance records
      6. Note: Put dimensions on all sketches; signs and on all photos
      7. Determine whether these factors contributed to the accident
        1. Housekeeping
        2. Work environment, layout
        3. Floor, surface condition
        4. Lighting, visibility
        5. Noise, distractions
        6. Air quality, temperature, weather
        7. Equipment condition, malfunction
        8. Training, experience, supervision
        9. Rule, procedure violations
        10. Employee morale, attitude
        11. Health, safety record
        12. Alcohol, drug abuse
    4. Get Things Back to Normal
    5. Interview Witnesses
      1. Interview as soon as possible
      2. Interview at the accident scene
      3. Take notes, use a tape recorder
      4. Put the witness at ease
      5. Ask open-ended questions
      6. Repeat the story back to the witness
      7. End the interview on a positive note
    6. Always:
      1. Stress that you only want the facts
      2. Stress that you want to prevent another accident
      3. Take the extra time to get understanding
    7. Analysis
      1. Write down the accident story
      2. List the facts (parts of the story) which are in dispute
      3. Compare the facts and dispute with the physical evidence to establish the best answer
      4. Complete the story and identify accident causes with your manager.
    8. Report
      1. Complete - Supervisor's Injury / Accident and Cause Analysis Report

 

 

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION POLICY

General Housekeeping is the fundamental and necessary preventative maintenance activity and is the responsibility of every person working on Sunco's projects. The major elements of Sunco's Policy in this regard are related to the storage and handling of materials, the care and use of small tools and the maintenance and operation of Sunco's construction plant. Sunco's general Policy on these is as follows:

MATERIAL

  1. An orderly arrangement of material and equipment shall be maintained at all times.
  2. Materials shall be stored in a manner so as to not obstruct access to fire protection equipment.
  3. Materials in work areas shall be limited to actual needs and be stored in a manner to protect combustible material from ignition sources.
  4. Construction areas shall be cleaned and arranged by safe means on a daily basis to preclude the creation of tripping, slipping and fire hazards.
  5. Containers shall be provided for the separation of waste. Those containers intended to be used for the containment of combustible, flammable or toxic wastes shall be constructed of metal and equipped with covers. Containers shall be emptied at regular and frequent intervals.
  6. Means shall be available for the containment of material spills. Spills shall be cleaned up by individuals trained to handle the material and shall be done promptly and disposed of properly. (MSDS will be consulted for proper handling instructions).
  7. Materials shall be stacked, racked, blocked or interlocked so as to prevent sliding, falling or collapse.
  8. Splinters, nails, sharp edges, etc., shall be removed or protected to eliminate the possibility of injury.
  9. Maintenance is a fundamental and necessary activity on Sunco's projects and shall be performed by every person working on the project.
  10. Appropriate trash containers shall be placed strategically on the project and used for disposal of scrap materials and other construction-generated debris.
  11. Liquids (such as paints, solvents, thinners, oils, greases) and any other material or containers, which have contained chemicals, shall be disposed of in accordance with project hazardous waste procedures and regulatory requirements.
  12. Storage areas shall be kept clean and materials neatly stacked or placed.
  13. Construction materials shall be stored or placed in an orderly manner.
  14. Storage quantities shall be minimized.
  15. Electric welding leads, cords, wires, electrical cables and other temporary systems shall be kept off the walking surface in an elevated position (minimum 7 feet). When elevated, they pose less danger to personnel and are less susceptible to damage by construction activities.
  16. Lunch or eating areas shall be kept clean and free of all food scraps, wrappers, cups and other disposable items.
  17. All scrap lumber, waste material and rubbish shall be removed from the immediate work area as the work progresses.
  18. All solvent waste, oily rags and flammable liquids shall be kept in fire-resistant covered containers until removed from the worksite.

 

 

SMALL HAND TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

  1. Sunco's Safety Officer will ensures that all tools are used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, have required guards in place and are maintained in good working order.
  2. All tools and equipment shall be used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
  3. Sunco's Safety Officer shall ensure that work is performed only in areas and at times where adequate illumination exists. Sunco will provide all lighting required to safely perform work. Artificial lighting equipment shall be manufactured to a recognized international standard acceptable to the Employer.

 

 

MAJOR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

  1. Sunco has an equipped yard and trained maintenance personnel under the supervision of a Mechanical Supervisor. The company implements a system of preventative maintenance of all construction plant including trucks. This includes a stock inventory of frequently changed parts for all equipment.
  2. As a general rule all mobile construction equipment carry reverse alarms.
  3. Equipments are operated only by operators trained and competent to do so.

 

 

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