Construction Safety Plan for Safaniyah TCF
Construction Safety Plan for Safaniyah TCF
MMS-OF-0000
SAFANIYAH SAPMT TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES
(TCF) - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) Revision: 00
PKG-7
Issue Date: Mar 30, 2023
CONSTRUCTION SAFETY
PLAN
SAFANIYAH SAPMT TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
FACILITIES (TCF) - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (O&M)
PKG-7
Contents
1. GENERAL 22
1.1 Purpose of Contractor Site Safety Program
1.2 Project Overview
1.3 Scope of Work
2. DEFINITIONS, TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 27
3. REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION 28
3.1 Laws and Regulation
3.2 Safety and Fire Protection Directives for Industrial Facilities
3.3 Saudi Aramco General Instructions
3.4 Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards
3.5 Saudi Aramco Sanitary Code
3.6 Intentional Standards and Guidelines
4. HSE Policy 32
5. HSE Organization Chart 33
5.1 HSE Organization Chart
5.2 ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
5.2.1 Projects Manager
5.2.2 Project Manager
5.2.3 Site Engineer
5.2.4 Project HSE Manager
5.2.5 Safety Engineer
5.2.6 Safety Coordinator
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27.6.4 Inspection
27.6.5 Safe Towing Procedure
28. PROXIMITY WARNING SYSTEM 176
[Link] PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 182
29.1 Head Protection
29.2 Eye and Face Protection
29.3 Hand Protection
29.4 Foot Protection
29.5 Hearing Protection
29.6 Body Protection
29.7 Fall Protection Equipment
29.7.1 Life-line and anchor point
29.8 Respiratory Protection Equipment (RPE)
29.9 Additional Instructions
29.10 Man baskets
29.10.1 Responsibilities
29.10.2 General
30. HEAT STRESS 208
30.1 Heat Stress Management Procedure
30.1.1 Common hazards
30.1.2 New Employees
30.1.3 Current Employees
30.1.4 Identification of Heat Stress Symptoms
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34.6 Records
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40.5 Training
40.6 Supervision
41. CRANES and LIFTING EQUIPMENT 343
41.1 General Requirements
41.2 Cranes and Derricks
41.3 Critical Lifts
41.4 Special Critical Crane Lifts
41.5 Operations
41.6 Wire Rope Slings
42.7 Maintenance
42.8 Wire Rope Clamps
42.9 Safe Working Loads
42.9.1 Synthetic Web Slings
42.9.2 Shackles
42.9.3 Hooks
42.9.4 Eyebolts
42. MECHANICAL and HEAVY EQUIPMENT 349
42.1 Operators
42.1.1 Qualification
42.1.2 Machinery Guards
42.2 General Requirements
42.3 Portable Air Compressors
42.4 Concrete Mixers
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GENERAL
1.1 Purpose of Construction Site Safety Program
In accordance to the CONTRACT SCHEDULE "D" SAFETY, HEALTH and
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS which requires the CONTRACTOR to
prepare and submit a Contract Specific Contractor Site Safety Program (CSSP) to the
Company Representative for concurrence and the CONTRACTOR shall ensure full
implementation of the CSSP shall be available at the job site at all times.
Purpose of the CSSP is to state specifically how the contractor will meet SA's safety
requirements for the work to be performed. The CSSP includes the following, as
applicable to the contract and work to be performed.
A. Title page, specifying budget item (Bl), job order (JO)or contract number.
B. Job title and brief scope of work.
C. Site location map (s) with legend (symbols).
D. The Contractor Company's current safety policy (signed by their upper
management).
E. Job-specific organization chart that clearly defines safety reporting relationships.
F. Names and qualifications (e.g., CV/resume) of safety manager /supervisor(s) and
safety officers, as required.
G. Job-specific assignment of safety responsibilities by job classification.
H. Job-specific training needs analysis (e.g., training matrix) showing the safety
training and job skills/competency training required for alt job classifications, as
applicable to project's scope of work.
I. Safety Training Program includes:
(1) Basic safety training courses (first aid, fire safety, hazard recognition, confined
space safety, H2S safety, driving safety) provided to contractor company's employees.
(2) Safety training courses are delivered both in-house and via third-party.
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(3) The courses are detailed for each type of job in the safety training matrix and
safety training plan).
J. The job skills/craft competency training program includes:
(1) a description of the specific job skills/craft training courses required for each type
of job (HVAC technician, plumber, pipefitter, scaffolder, welder) that are specific to
their work for SA.
(2) These job skills/craft training courses are delivered both in-house and/or third-
party).
(3) Refresher training frequency.
K. List of jobs to be performed that require SA-approved certification (e.g., scaffold
supervisor/inspector, crane/heavy equipment operator, rigger, welder).
L. Complete list of known subcontractors.
M. Project-specific plan / program the contractor will use for managing the
subcontractors, including their safety performance.
N. Procedures for behavioral observations, site safety inspections, safety injury /near
miss reporting and investigation, safety training, safety recommendation.
O. Description of contractor's site safety incentive and / or disciplinary action
programs.
P. Hazard dentification plan (HIP) as per the CSM
Q. Waste management plan as per the CSM
R. Hazardous substances plan, which describes the contractor’s procedures for
identifying and handling hazardous chemicals, materials, etc. Hazardous
chemicals/materials shall be stored and handled in accordance with SA chemical
hazard bulletins (CHBs) and the manufacturer’s material safety data sheets (MSDSs).
S. Job-specific and/or location specific safety procedures that are applicable to the
contract’s scope of work. These procedures may include but are not limited to: work
permits, confined space entry, PPE, respiratory protection, fall protection, lock-out
tag-out waste management, site demobilization/restoration, emergency response, etc.
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For the sake of clarity, "Affiliated Contractor and "Construction Contractor have
the meaning as assigned to them under Paragraph 1.1 "Definitions" of Schedule
"A" of the CONTRACT.
1.2 Project Overview
The Project is part of a wider plan by Saudi Aramco to improve gas transport and
processing facilities in the east of Saudi Arabia.
1.3 Scope of Work
Project Description and Scope of Work is as defined below:
1.3.1 Site Preparation Site Preparation of the following areas including cut and fill
to required levels and profiles.
• Cogen II
• Evaporation Pond
• EPC Laydown Areas Site Preparation consists of, Strip, Cut, Fill and Rough
Grade to the required Levels. The required levels, profiles and details, including
marl capping, shall be as per detail design drawings issued as part of the IFP
Package.
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[Link] Eastern Heavy haul Road (Road H) This extends from the existing 4-lane
Pioneer Road to the EPC Contractor laydown areas and will be a dual carriageway
road (2 lanes in each direction). Approximate length 5.6km to northern boundary
of laydown areas.
[Link] EPC Camp Access Road (Road G) This extends from construction
east/west heavy haul road E, up to the Phase II EPC Contractor’s Camp, then
through the EPC Camp north to the existing 4- lane Pioneer Road, and will be a
dual carriageway road (2 lanes in each direction). Approximate length 6.4km.
[Link] EPC Camp Perimeter Road. This extends around the perimeter of the EPC
Camp area and will have two lanes with shoulders, surfaced with asphalt
Approximate length 3.8km.
[Link] Construction Roads These roads are to provide personnel access between
the EPC laydown areas and construction areas. They will comprise 2 lanes with
shoulders, surfaced with asphalt. Approximate total length of temporary access
roads 23.7km.4.2.5 Heavy haul Routes. The heavy haul routes are for
transportation of heavy goods to / from the site. They will be 20m wide, surfaced
with compacted aggregate Class A. Approximate total length of heavy haul routes
22.9km.
1.3.3 Fences and Gates Demolition of two sections of the permanent Category 4
Perimeter Fence to allow for the construction of two temporary 20m wide gates for
construction access (Gates N and P). Re-establishing perimeter security during
construction phase.
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3. REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
3.1 Laws and Regulation
1. Saudi Arabia - Labor Law, Royal Decree M51 of 2005
2. The Presidency of Meteorology and Environment (PME - 2012) Regulations
3. Royal Commission Environmental Regulations,
4. Ministry of Water & Electricity (MOWE) standards
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SASC-S-010 Water
SASC—S—020 Sanitary Wastewater and Sewage Systems
SASC—S—030 Solid Waste Management
SASC-S-040 Food Establishments
SASC—S-070 Camps and Communal Living Facilities
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The following sections provide a description of the major responsibilities for each
HSE organizational Position. The responsibilities assigned to each of the main
positions refer to the specific functions to be assured within the Project HSE
Organization and do not necessarily imply that a dedicated person has to be associated
with each identified position.
Ensure that the project is managed in a coordinated and unified manner, overseeing
all phases/activities, together with the achievement of established project health and
safety objectives assigned.
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Represent Contractor with the Client, Licensors & Partners, and managing all the
HSE contractual aspects.
Ensure the review of HSE contractual documents.
Define project’s HSE Strategies.
Supervise site activities.
supervise project activities regarding aspects relating to health, safety and
environmental protection, through the project organization positions in addition, the
PSM shall:
Carry responsibility, and overall accountability, for adequate implementation of the
Contractor Site Safety Program.
Lead the Project Team in its commitment to meet overall safety, health,
environment and security objectives of the Site Safety Program.
Strive to continually improve the HSE culture and performance through personal
leadership and example.
Contribute as necessary to ensure full compliance with relevant Legislation,
standards, plans and procedures.
Ensure all subordinates, including line management and supervision, maintain their
ownership and accountability of the Site Safety Program.
Ensures that employee performance appraisals include significant evaluation of that
employee's commitment and contribution to the Zero Accident Target.
Daily/weekly inspections and periodical internal audit shall be the main instrument
to achieve the above-mentioned goal.
Liaise with Client Management on HSE aspects of the Project.
Carry the responsibility and overall accountability for the Contractor Site Safety
Program execution
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The Site Engineers ensures the performance of construction activities carried out on a
direct hiring basis or manages the construction and assembly works carried out by
employees, ensuring that time, cost, quality, health, safety and environmental
protection requirements for the work activities are met.
Participating, insofar as within remit and in liaison with HSEM, in the Plan, the
HSE Plan for the construction and the HSE Manual for the responsibility.
Checking that the procedures defined for site activities are applied.
Coordinating and supervising the works carried out on a direct hiring basis or
by contractors and validating their accounting, using the services of the DS
positions and operating in coordination with MSQM.
Checking construction progress weekly, identifying any critical aspects and,
where construction activities are sub - contracted, requesting the necessary
actions from the Contractor concerned.
The Project HSE Manager (PHSEM), reporting to the senior position in the overall
Project (either PSM or PM), and shall manage and supervise Project activities
within their remit relating to health, safety and the environment during Project
development phase, ensuring that the Company HSE Management System is
correctly applied.
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To define the Project HSE objectives in accordance with the HSE Policy and
contractual requirements.
To ensure preparation of the Project HSE Requirements (PHSER), Project
HSE General Plan, and the HSE Plans and Manuals for the engineering,
procurement and construction and commissioning phases, in accordance
with Project HSE objectives.
To ensure the review of Project HSE documents (e.g., Safety Plans, Risk
Assessment, etc.), with reference to Project HSE requirements and the
Company HSE Management System.
To ensure the review of contractual documents within their area of
responsibility.
To conduct pre-construction surveys, identify safety criticalities and
environmentally sensitive areas and design mitigation measures.
To assist the engineering and management teams in the Risk Management
process.
To assist construction teams in Risk Management and Occupational Safety
Risk Assessment.
To control the activities relating to Project related HSE activities performed
by the different functions.
To ensure the review activities defined in Project HSE Plans and Company
procedures (HSE review, HAZOP studies, etc.), guarantee that their
execution is aligned with Project progress and report to the Project Manager
on any conflicts between HSE requirements and other Project objectives;
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To participate in the preparation of the Project HSE Plans, indicating the actions
to be taken and the deliverables to be produced, in corporation with the other
interested positions.
To cooperate with the PHSEM in planning and executing HSE review activities.
To develop specific studies and global analyses in order to evaluate the safety
behavior of plants and/or devices in normal and abnormal conditions (i.e.
HAZOP, HAZID, etc.).
To perform analyses and studies on risk assessment;
To assure follow-up in order to monitor the satisfactory resolution of safety
issues identified in the course of the design development.
To monitor plant and Site safety assessment activities during the design ar«1
operational phases.
To ensure that knowledge of authorization regulations and processes for the
safety of plants and Sites is updated and disseminated.
To verify the proper application of relevant safety and reliability criteria.
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Review Risk Assessment and Job Safety Analysis related to the activities for
erection, modification and dismantling of scaffolds.
Review the competency of the subcontractor scaffolders in order to advise
for further training requirements.
Provide necessary training on the job and specific technical advice.
Develop and perform a weekly scaffolding inspection along with
subcontractor scaffolding team.
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5.2.9 Foreman
He shall be responsible for his own, his co-workers and his assigned
employee’s safety within the limitations of his authority.
He shall be familiar, comply with and adhere to the Contractor HSE Project
documentation and Company requirements, undertaking all preventive and
protective measures considered necessary to comply with the mentioned HSE
requirements.
He will incorporate HSE Procedures in routine tasks and see that his people
are fully aware with HSE requirements.
He will conduct weekly HSE meetings with employees.
He will conduct daily work survey on equipment and tool in his respective
area as part of their daily activities and will initiate prompt corrective actions
as to noted deficiencies, unsafe conditions or practices.
He shall ensure that the work area, including access to and egress from such,
is maintained in a safe and healthy condition at all times.
He will ensure that work areas are left in a safe and healthy condition after
certain jobs are completed, and at the end of every shift (End-Of-Shift-
Checks).
He will ensure that new employees are properly instructed and oriented in
precautions to be taken before they are allowed to start work.
He will cooperate during the HSE inspection activities and findings with
PHSEM and field Safety officers.
Report accidents, unsafe conditions defects in equipment to direct
supervisors and report for appreciation the personnel who eliminate hazards.
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5.2.10 Workers
All workers are responsible for their own safety and that of their co-workers as far as
any act of omission on commission on the individual's part may hazard co-worker.
All workers will use correct tools and equipment for this job: tools will be kept in
good conditions.
All workers will check their tools, equipment and personal protection prior to
commencement of work (included after particular events potentially causing any risk
change). Items to be checked include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
Hand tools.
Electrically powered tools.
Body harnesses.
Ladders and scaffoldings.
Slings and rigging equipment etc.
Cranes and Motor vehicles.
Excavations
All workers cannot modify tools or use on the job made tools.
All workers shall be aware and understand the importance of safety devices and
equipment and welfare facilities and will not abuse any of the above.
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Every worker will be trained with instructions on how to properly use the provided
PRE, and he will be responsible for maintaining PRE in an efficient state and for use
them correctly.
All workers will report any accidents, near misses or hazardous conditions to
immediate superior.
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MMS Company recognizes that eliminating all worker injury on projects for
significant periods is possible. The first essential criterion required is the acceptance
of the Zero Injury Concept by those in charge, and effectively communicating this fact
through the organization to workers. Further, it is essential that owners devote
resources for the development and implementation of the safety techniques that
provide the highest impact on achieving zero injury projects.
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Dissemination of information.
Proper job instruction.
Accident Investigation.
Safety rules and enforcement.
Personal protective equipment.
Facility and work inspections.
Housekeeping audits.
Establishment of management safety steering committees.
Incentive, recognition and rewards for good safety performance.
General safety orientation training.
These work activities have been chosen because intensive studies have shown that
these activities are the most significant in preventing losses in our industry.
7.4 Zero Incident Philosophy
Mission
We will achieve "Zero Incidents" by attaining the following goals:
Zero Recordable Incidents.
Zero Lost Work Incidents.
Zero Motor Vehicle Accidents.
Zero Fires.
We will:
Comply with all client work rules.
Plan safety into the work.
Develop "Safe Behaviors" in all supervision, resulting in a culture of safety
awareness and prevention.
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Safety Orientation.
Safety Training.
Safety Audits.
Incident Investigation.
Recognition of each individual's responsibility for incident prevention.
Recognition and awards.
Behavioral program as LiHS and LSR
8. OFFICE SAFETY
8.1 Responsibilities
First Aiders
First Aid Providers appointed to a particular office area are responsible for
providing first aid to persons injured in the office as per the Health Plan.
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Fire Wardens
Fire Wardens are responsible to carry out specific activities during a fire alarm, to
support the organization getting at the personnel a safety place (muster point) and
ensuring that proper actions are taken to reduce the risk of incident escalation.
Specific procedures will the provided for each area as per the relevant site Emergency
Response Plan. Specifically, to office safety. Fire Wardens have the following
responsibilities:
Employees
Individuals have the responsibility to ensure they are aware of the office safety
requirements, and to implement the requirements in order to avoid and mitigate office
safety risks.
Protect themselves and co-workers who may be affected by their actions and
behavior.
Use appropriately any personal protective equipment and/or clothing provided.
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On employee's first day, induction training on basic office safety matters will be
provided. HSE induction. The topics will include:
All staff will the allocated an adequate workspace to ensure their comfort and to
avoid overcrowding. Working areas will be designed in accordance with ergonomics
principles in order to ensure safe and comfortable working conditions.
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Safety signs (e g. escape routes, no smoking and firefighting equipment signs) will be
prominently displayed in office buildings where necessary. Safety signage will be kept
up to date.
Instruction on the various safety signs found in offices will be given during the HSE
induction.
When used in the correct manner, electrical equipment is safe and highly efficient.
However, incorrect usage can result in fires and expose people to electric shocks.
It is important that staff are aware of the potential hazards of electricity and the basic
precautions to take to avoid these hazards.
Electrical equipment (including plugs and socket outlets, leads and extension cords,
power tools, appliances, etc.), and the manner in which it is used and maintained, will
meet the requirements of
Especially, the following safety instructions will tie practiced to minimize exposure
to electrical hazards:
Only authorized and competent personnel will install, maintain, repair or remove
hard-wired electrical equipment.
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Electrically powered equipment will tie switched off and disconnected from the
electrical supply prior to any cleaning or adjustment by competent personnel.
Electrical equipment will have easily accessible switches and all metal parts will
be earthed or the equipment double insulated.
Extension cords will not be used for any permanently installed office equipment.
Where used for temporary installations, extension cords will be fitted with an
independent earth conductor, a male plug on one end and a female socket on
the other.
Leads and extension cords used in domestic, office or commercial environments
will be polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or rubber insulated and sheathed with heavy-
duty PVC.
Routing of such extension cords will be in accordance with workplace activities,
and kept away from any chemical processes or areas where the cord could be at
risk from damage, or cause a hazard to personnel.
All electrical cables will be free from defects and knots and will run tidily and
without creating a tripping hazard.
A system will be in place so that all faults such as cracked plugs, frayed or
damage leads or faulty wall sockets are reported immediately by personnel and
the equipment not used until repaired, Competent trained persons will perform
all repairs.
A regular maintenance, inspection and tagging system will tje implemented for
all portable electrical equipment.
The electrical supply and the electrical equipment will be properly protected by
fuses or circuit breakers.
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All power sockets, including any temporary extensions, will be used within their
capacity to avoid electrical overload. Multiple socket extensions will not be
used to provide power to additional multiple socket extensions.
Electrical switch rooms and electrical riser enclosures will be clearly marked.
Access to switch rooms will the restricted to competent persons.
8.5 Lighting
Lighting will be positioned to give maximum illumination while keeping the level
of glare to a minimum. According to general best practice the recommended
illumination level for office areas will be maintained as per the specification:
SAES-P-123, Lighting
Special care will be taken in the handling and storage of all chemicals used in an
office. Examples of such materials are photocopier inks and toners, cleaning fluids,
samples and lubricants.
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A single responsible person will be assigned for each office area. He will be
notified of all chemicals used or brought onto the site.
Staff will be made aware of any hazards and will use the chemicals in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Chemical (including items such as waste toner) will be disposed of and recycled in
an appropriate manner as per chapter 49 of the present CSSP.
Stationery and other inert material and supplies will be stored in such a position as
to provide easy access for staff, to avoid the possibility of injury due to awkward
lifting and carrying. Items will be positioned such that they do not represent a trip
hazard.
Examples where provision of PRE may be required are maintenance staff (e.g.,
safety shoes, overalls, gloves and safety helmet).
All electricians and brow-field workers will be provided with fire resistant clothing
in compliance with Gl 2.721. All atmosphere-supplying respirators will be
provided in compliance with Gl 1780.001
In any case will be assess the real necessity to use PPE with a specific Risk
Assessment.
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The risk of fire varies according to the construction materials and configuration of
office buildings and the activities performed.
Efficient fire detection and warning facilities, proper escape routes and good
firefighting equipment are required for protection.
Office Top Management will carry out a Fire Risk Assessment for all workplaces for
which they are responsible, either as owner or as occupier/operator.
The assessment will apply to all places where people work. Including offices.
Identification of the potential fire hazards and threats In the workplace will be
performed with the follow steps:
Deciding who might be in danger In the event of a fire and note their location.
Evaluating the risks arising from the hazards and deciding whether the existing
fire precautions are adequate, or whether more will be done to prevent fires or
to reduce their potential effects (and subsequently Implementing the added
precautions).
Recording the findings and the details of actions taken to prevent fires or to
reduce their potential effects.
Ensure that employees and other affected personnel are Informed about the
findings.
Keeping the assessment under review and revising It when necessary.
Additionally, the following fire precautions will be taken.
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All fire escape routes and exit doors, alarm points, exit signs, and fire-fighting
equipment will be regularly maintained and kept readily accessible and clear of
obstructions at all times.
All designated emergency exit doors will be designed and constructed to open
to the outside discharge zone. Designated exit doors will be marked from the
Inside with a PUSH or PULL sign In English and in local language.
Emergency escape routes will be designed in accordance with the OSHA
29CFR1910.36
Fire Wardens and delegates will be appointed for all office buildings in adequate
numbers in order to effectively perform their responsibilities during drills and
actual emergencies.
All personnel will be familiar with the fire emergency and evacuation
procedures, alarm systems, available equipment, and their responsibilities and
accountability before and in the event of a fire alarm.
Fire drills and periodic Inspections will be conducted to ensure the systems
remain functional and to familiarize staff with actions to be taken in the event
of emergency. The alarms are required to be tested on a regular frequency,
typically done via a weekly test and drills will be carried out to ensure all office
areas undergo a drill at least once per year.
'No Smoking' policies and signs will be respected. Where smoking Is permitted
cigarettes and used matches will be disposed of only In designated ashtrays.
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Sufficient numbers of first aid providers ('First Aiders') will be placed on the whole
working area. For each office, there will be at least two designated First Aiders.
Office buildings with more than 200 people will designate at least one additional
First Aider for every 100 employees. Individuals nominated to be First Aiders will
complete a program of competence-based training in first aid at work run by an
approved training provider.
Minimum first aid kit contents as below detailed will be inspected at least
weekly by the First Aiders:
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When larger operations or multiple operations are being conducted at the same
location, additional first-aid kits should be provided at the work site or additional
quantities of supplies should tie included in the first-aid kits.
All injuries, no matter how minor, sustained by staff on the Office premises will
be reported in writing.
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8.12 Maintenance
Maintenance systems will be in place in areas in which:
All electrical, fire-fighting, lighting, plumbing and ventilation equipment and systems
are inspected and maintained on a regular basis by a competent person.
All floor coverings, tiles, carpets, metal divider or securing strips are regularly
inspected and any loose or damaged items replaced or re-secured immediately.
All workplace furniture is regularly inspected for broken or loose legs, castors, wheels,
damaged or cracked work-surfaces and non-functioning or ill-fitting drawers or doors
Any damaged items will be replaced or repaired immediately.
8.13 Housekeeping
Good housekeeping will be considered one of the primary means of minimizing
accidents and injuries in the workplace and therefore is the responsibility of all
personnel.
All passageways, exits, fire doors, break glass alarm points, fire-fighting equipment,
first aid stations and other emergency stations will be kept fully functional, clean and
unobstructed at all times.
Offices will be regularly tidied and cleaned, wastepaper bins and recycling containers
regularly emptied and floors regularly vacuum cleaned
8.14 Waste Disposal
The disposal of different types of waste products will be carefully controlled by an
appointed person or focal point.
Different types of waste will be disposed separately, for example, sharp materials such
as glass, surplus chemicals, medical wastes, building rubble, asbestos, kitchen waste,
paper (including confidential material) and oils.
8.15 Toilets and Washrooms
There will be at least one toilet for every 15 members of each sex, with each being
sufficiently ventilated, and not communicating with any workroom, except through
the open air or through an intervening ventilated space.
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Every toilet will tie under cover and partitioned off for privacy and have a proper
locking door.
Where people of both sexes are employed, the toilets for each sex will tie placed or
screened so that the interior is not visible, even when the door is open, from any place
where people of the other sex have to work or pass.
Washing facilities will include a supply of clean, running hot and cold water, soap and
clean towels or other means of cleaning and drying.
At least two wash basins for every 20 workers are recommended.
Toilets and washrooms need to tie kept clean. Separate sources of drinking and
washing water will be provided.
9 SAFETY SIGNS
9.1 Responsibilities
Superintendent and Supervisors
Ensure that signs and barriers are ordered in accordance with this procedure.
identifying and ordering sufficient signs and barriers to control work areas.
Foreman
Verify that signs and barriers are ordered in accordance with this procedure.
Monitoring site conditions to ensure that signs and barriers are being erected as
appropriate to the conditions.
Employee
Ensuring that signs and barriers are erected in accordance with these procedures.
Respect the barriers and the signs.
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9.2. Signs
The signs described in this specification will be grouped as follows.
9.2.1 Mandatory signs
Mandatory signs will be provided for enforcing the use of personal protective clothing
and equipment and providing specific instructions appropriate to the task or condition.
Background color will be blue, with the symbol or text centrally placed. At least50%
of the sign will be in blue.
9.2.2 Prohibition signs
Prohibition signs will be displayed for restricting access or entry, no smoking areas,
no parking, and any other unauthorized acts.
Background color will be white with black symbol, centrally placed and red circular
band and crossbar. A minimum of 35% of the sign will be red.
9.2.3 Warning signs
Warning signs will be erected and displayed for fire hazards, electrical equipment,
openings, overhead working, noisy areas and other hazards.
Background colour will be yellow with a triangular warning symbol edged with a
black band. The text or symbol will be in black and centrally located.
9.2.4 Safe conditions signs
All emergency exits passageways, fire doors first aid stations, eye wash stations
emergency muster point will the highlighted with safety condition signs.
Background colour will be green with white symbol or text The shape of the sign will
be square or oblong and green will cover at least50% of the sign.
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This program will be implemented for all stages of construction. Participation in these
programs will include Senior COMPANY personnel.
A monthly schedule will be developed / issued covering all activities/areas on the
Project together with the specified personnel to participate.
A Site Safety Logbook kept in the HSE Site Office will be established for recording
of items/safety violations/non conformities/strength identified during Inspections /
Safety Walks /Audits with the results being analyzed, in order that lessons learned
can be incorporated into Project procedures/systems in order for continuous
improvement to be achieved.
The logbook is a useful tool to ease the follow-up of the remedial actions. It will
reveal what work has been completed and what work is still in progress or is in
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Hydraulic and Pneumatic tools and equipment (i.e., air compressors and
receivers, hoses, abrasive, blasting and paint apparatus, air winches, etc.).
Temporary Electrics installations.
All cartridge-operated tools (nail gun, Hilti-gun, etc.)
Fall protection equipment (full body harnesses, lifelines, double lanyards,
retractable devices, etc.)
Other equipment as deemed necessary by Project Management.
Colour coding will not be applied to:
Personal protective equipment (with the exception of Fall protection
equipment)
Firefighting equipment
Scaffolding and components
In particular:
PPE will be inspected and maintained according to Paragraph 28of this CSSP.
Firefighting equipment will be inspected and maintained according to
Paragraph 38 of this CSSP.
Scaffoldings and their components will be inspected, maintained and tagged as
per Paragraph 43 of this CSSP.
Contractor or its Subcontractor's shall ensure that only competent inspectors (or
competent persons) will conduct inspections of all equipment, in particular electrical
and lifting equipment.
All inspections require the completion of the appropriate “Tools/Equipment
Inspection Register”. The register must identify the equipment by serial number,
conditions noted during the inspection, corrective action, and date of inspection and
signature of the competent person. An essential part of the electrical inspection is a
continuity test of the grounding conductor, where applicable.
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10.1.4 Responsibilities
Inspectors will possess sufficient knowledge and experience to be considered
competent persons
A competent person is a person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable
hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous,
or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective
measures to eliminate them. These skills can be acquired or demonstrated by
possession of a recognized pertinent degree or certificate of professional standing or
by extensive knowledge, training and experience.
Each inspector will be skilled in a specific field, even though an inspector could be
considered competent for the inspection of different categories of tools, equipment,
items of equipment and vehicles.
The list of competent persons shall be prepared by Contractor and submitted
periodically to the Company Representatives.
Competent Inspector is responsible for:
Performing inspections and certification of tools and equipment, subject to
color coding requirements, in compliance with relevant procedure.
Ensuring that a proper log is maintained for each item they inspect.
Providing support to supervisors, foremen and workers in recognizing if tools,
equipment, items of equipment and vehicles are safe for use.
Superintendent and supervisor are responsible for:
Ensure that all the personnel engaged to the works have received properly color
coded/inspected equipment, items of equipment, tools and vehicles.
Clear defective equipment, items of equipment, tools and vehicles from work
area as soon as possible to avoid accidental use.
Notify the competent inspector of tools, equipment, items of equipment and
vehicles which fail the daily checks and ensure that these are not used.
Notify Site Management of each situation not in compliance with color coding
system.
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As a general rule, the typical Safety Walks which will be carried out at site are shown
in the following table.
The table shows the attendees as well.
Type of Safety Walks Frequency Attendees
Management Safety Walkthrough* Weekly FHSEM, Site Managers
and Foremen and client if
required
HSE Walkthrough** Monthly Senior PMT personnel,
FHSEM, Site Engineers,
Subcontractor Site
Management
(*) will not be carried out if in the same week is foreseen the HSE Walkthrough
(**) Contractual Requirement
10.1.5 Management Safety Walkthrough
Weekly the Site Managers, with the FHSEM and all the Discipline Superintendents,
and Foremen will conduct a documented site evaluation to identify the situation to be
improved and the eventual non-conformities.
The aim is to highlight the critical situations to be immediately resolved and discussed
during the Supervisor Safety meetings, and because the site has many works location,
the group could be divided to better cover the entire site. At the end of the visit, in
turns one at the participant will record the results.
Within the next day the record will be delivered to the FHSEM that will store and
analyze the results.
10.1.6 HSE Walkthrough
HSE Walkthrough are planned and organized tours by Site Management of the Project
in order to observe the state of the worksite as far as health, safety & environment are
concerned, and the extent to which HSE policy is effective. HSE Walkthrough will be
conducted on a monthly basis and will be attended by Senior PMT personnel.
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A current database of all resolved (closed) and unresolved (open) items from all
Inspection Log Books will be develop and maintained.
10.2 Items to be inspected
Site Management
Site Management will be responsible to provide full support to Site Supervision for
the success of this program to make this site an incident/ accident-free work place.
Supervisors/Superintendents
This program is based on the safety interest and full involvement of all the
Supervisors in observing, recording and correcting the safety deficiencies on
Construction Site. Supervisors will receive necessary instructions / training from their
Discipline Superintendents/ Safety Training Department on how to use these
Observation Cards.
Supervisors will be responsible to strengthen this program by effectively
participating and improving the program.
Safety Personnel
Safety Officers will be responsible to extend their full cooperation and support to
assist the Supervisors in correcting the deficiencies observed
11. SAFETY OBSERVATIONS
11.1 Description of Safety Precaution during the Activity
The safety observation program will cover whole Project where Supervisors will be
able to continuously observe
deficiencies and report them through Observation Cards, with objectives of:
To maximize the safety consciousness & to create proactive approach among
Supervisors to identify problems that may lead to accidents or incidents.
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Continuous improvement.
The Observation Cards will be given to all Discipline Superintendents who will
ensure that supervisors receive these cards and each supervisor will send back
minimum two cards every week. The completed observation card is to be send to
HSE Department.
HSE Department will keep the record of Observation Cards and will prepare
Areas which will have higher observation will be concentrated on and improved to
safest level. This program may also help Supervisors to train their workers on how to
follow safety requirements if they are observed to be at risk due to their haviour or
behavior-based safety.
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Once inspected and approved for service by the competent inspector, the color code
system will be applied.
Initial and periodical inspection will tie performed with the assistance of "Inspection
sheets. The details of tools, equipment, items of equipment will be entered in a "Tools
/ Equipment Inspection register".
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Whenever the identification of the tool, equipment, etc. is not visible / readable, a tag
will the provided, identifying the following information:
Date of inspection
Date of next inspection
Name and signature of inspector
Test certificate number (as applicable)
Safe working load (SWL, as applicable)
Unique equipment and register inspection number
Tags and stickers will the applied-on tools and equipment so that to be visible and
will last throughout the quarter or till next inspection or color change.
On tools and equipment found to be defective (refer to "Inspection sheets' for
inspection criteria) will be affixed the following "out of service" white tag, or sticker.
Inspections for color coding will be carried out, according to the schedule described
in the following section, by Competent inspectors.
12.2 Inspection Schedule
The color-coding inspections will be carried out in the following manner.
12.2.1 Initial Inspection
All the tools, equipment, items of equipment at site, or entering the site the first time,
will be subject to an initial Inspection. The competent inspector will perform the
initial inspections with the assistance of the "Inspection sheets".
During the initial inspection, inspectors will complete the "Tools/Equipment
Inspection register". The tools, equipment, items of equipment found in safe
condition, depending on "Inspection sheets" and Inspector knowledge and
experience, will be coded with a tag or a sticker of the color assigned at the current
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The "out of service" tag shall be printed in two languages (English and Arabic
"country" language). Equipment that fails the inspection will be removed and stored
immediately in such a way that no one can have access to such tools, equipment or
items of equipment to avoid accidental use. If the equipment is considered
"irreparable", they are to be cleared from site as early as possible.
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The inspection sheet is helpful for verifying that tools, equipment, items of equipment
and vehicles, possess the minimum safety requirements for their safe use, "Inspection
sheets" will be specific for each tool, equipment, item of equipment and vehicle, even
though the same inspection sheet may be used for a category of tool, equipment, item
of equipment and vehicle.
Checklist will consider the information contained in the "operator and maintenance
manual". In any case," inspection sheets" will contain at least the following
information:
The inspection sheets will be hold at site and attached to the "Tools / Equipment
Inspection Register". This record will also be helpful when audits are performed.
The "Tools/Equipment Inspection Register" will contain, for all tools, equipment,
items of equipment and vehicles subject to color coding process, at least the following
information:
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Date of inspection
Date of next inspection
Name and signature of inspector
Test certificate number (as applicable)
Safe working load (SWL, as applicable)
Foreman will conduct daily work inspections in his respective areas as part of their
daily activities, and will initiate prompt corrective actions as to noted deficiencies,
unsafe conditions or practices.
Contractor and its Subcontractors workers will inspect their tools, equipment and
personal protection prior to commencement of work. Items to the inspected but not
limited to the following:
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Supervisors and Foreman will check that work area and surrounding facility, including
tools and equipment to be used are all physically reviewed and verified to be in safe
condition before any work activity begins.
All site supervisors will conduct an inspection of his work area, tools and equipment
after each completion of the job especially before quitting time. These post-job
inspections will the strictly enforced particularly in areas where hot work is or has to
been performed.
[Link] Meetings
14.1 Responsibilities
In concert with the PHSEM (Home Office), to ensure the PM commits schedule
and resources for safety meetings as required in CSSP or otherwise deemed
necessary by the PM.
To ensure that HSE elements be a regular agenda item at senior project
management meetings.
The PM shall:
In concert with the PHSEM, ensure the line management and supervisors
commit schedule, personnel and resources for safety meetings as required in
this plan or otherwise deemed necessary.
Ensure that the workforce under their direction attend, participate and contribute
actively to their respective safety meetings.
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Planning and organizing the Project HSE meetings and drafting the minutes thereof
Audit to ensure specific dedicated meetings e.g., Foreman's HSE Training
Meetings and Tool Box Meetings are conducted, and shall review for content,
participation and effectiveness.
Support supervisors and foremen with specific meeting format and content as
necessary.
Review and follow up, with contractor and subcontractors site management
participation, the implementation progress of the recommendations based on
findings and conclusions from accidents' investigations.
Arrange and chair a Safety Meetings at starting unloading of major heavy
equipment, heavy haul and heavy lift, and determine participants.
Review the results from the audits conducted in order to evaluate CSSP
implementation and progress.
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MMS Company will conduct different safety meetings at site in order to:
The output of the meetings shall be duly drafted, and the record will tie signed by all
the participants. Meeting's reports will tie kept at site during the entire duration of the
project and will tie available for inspection and audit purpose.
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The purpose of these meetings is to discuss the work activities to be carried out by
the employees at that specific work location during the shift period and to identify
the general HSE issues relevant to operations.
In particular, these meetings shall focus on:
Specific Hazard Identification / Hazard Analysis (JSA and/or Site Risk
Assessment).
Specific procedures for work at hand.
Specific instructions unique to work at hand.
HIP sheets contained in this HSE Plan shall be used as the main subject for the
meeting.
Any questions generated pertaining to the hazard analysis shall tie answered prior
close of meeting. Attendees shall sign the HSE meeting report form. This report
shall contain date and topics of the meeting.
The Duration of the team talk shall typically be five (5) minutes, but particularly
hazardous operations may require extended team talks, for example, confined space
entry.
HSE Manager shall ensure that supervisors and their foremen/discipline
supervisors are:
Conducting Daily Team Talks with their crew using their own and/or material
furnished by MMS Company.
Providing employees with the opportunity to ask questions regarding HSE
issues and providing responses to these in a timely fashion.
Moreover, foremen:
Ensure that all attendees sign the HSE meeting report form during the meeting.
Submit a completed Daily Team Talks report form to the general foreman or
lead supervisor/manager for review and action, then to the superintendent for
review and action if required and finally to PHSEM.
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lift is within a live area, these plans shall also be subject to review by Company, to be
confirmed by signature.
In addition to this, the safety aspects of all lifts or movements of equipment
categorized as Critical Crane Lifts in accordance with G.I. 7.028 will be subject to
review (at the Project HSE Manager's discretion) in a meeting, and attended by the
relevant personnel from operations, as the PHSEM shall determine.
15. AUDIT PLAN
Audit Is defined as a systematic, Independent and documented process for obtaining
audit evidence (records, statements of fact or other information which are relevant to
the audit criteria and are verifiable) and evaluating It objectively to determine the
extent to which audit criteria are fulfilled.
Audits are an Important tool for continual Improvement of HSE performance. The
main objectives of the audit are:
To verify the degree of conformity of the HSE management system (HSE-MS)
to the ISO14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 and to other requirements defined
by the Company.
To verify the effectiveness, efficiency and updating of the HSE-MS.
To provide Information to Senior Management about the status of the HSE-MS.
Audit program for the project will consist in three different types of audits:
Internal Project Audits; Client Project Audits Third Party Audits
Internal project audits will be conducted by Senior HSE staff or Internal Auditors
(Home Office) in conjunction with the Site Engineers. These audits will be conducted
at site at regular, scheduled Intervals, approximately two times per year.
External audits will be conduct by Client HSE staff, approximately once every three
months.
Objective of these audits are to evaluate Contractors' CSSP Implementation and
progress, and they will focus on the organization as a whole, including both
management systems and physical site conditions.
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Third Party Audits shall be performed by an independent third party six (6) months
after starting work, and at least every nine (9) months thereafter, to verify proper
Implementation of the CSSP at the WORK site and make recommendations to
improve CONTRACTOR'S safety programs and execution. The independent third
party to be used for these audits shall be approved in advance in writing by the
Company Representative, who shall be given copies of all audit reports
The major competencies and skills of Auditor are listed here below:
professional experience In HSE (at least2years); experience in carrying out audits.
knowledge of the International standard ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and of
the Contractor HSE MS.
knowledge of the operational context of the audited organizational area.
Independence, objectivity and impartiality with respect to the scope of the audit
(none of the members of the Audit Team shall be Involved in any of the activities
carried out within the areas to be audited).
In some cases, external professionals can be Involved to organize a suitable Audit
Team (for example, if necessary, some ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, technical
safety experts can be Included)
15.1 Audit Execution
Before starting the audit, the Audit Team shall analyze the data and documentation
relevant to the audit scope (e.g., risk assessment environmental review, incident
statistics, HSE key performance indicators, previous audit reports, etc.).
It is the duty of the Lead Auditor to send written official notification to the
organizational area to be audited and to the Contractor HSE Department for
information purposes, by filling in the Form "HSE Audit Program". The
notification shall the sent to the audited organization at least one week in advance of
the audit due date. Auditing is initiated by an opening meeting at which the Lead
Auditor shall:
Introduce the Audit Team.
Outline the scope and objectives of the audit.
Summarize the methods to tie employed during the audit.
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Audit findings (nonconformities, observations and strengths) shall the classified and
summarized in the Form “CAR/Strength Form”.
On completion of the audit, the Lead Auditor shall chair a closing meeting to present
and share the audit findings and proposed Corrective/Preventive Actions, if any, in
such a way as to ensure that the result of the audit is clearly understood.
The CARS and the "HSE Audit Report" shall also be signed by the representative of
the audited organizational area(s) during the closing meeting.
15.2 Audit Reporting
Within 10 days after the end of the audit, the Lead Auditor will send the Contractor
HSE Department all the findings reported on the Form "CAR/Strength" and the "Audit
Report Form".
In the case of external audits on Subcontractors, the Lead Auditor shall agree upon the
audit will be reported properly in the Form "HSE Audit General Log". Each CAR
arising from audit will be properly reported in the Form *CAR General Log*.
The Following are described the processes and responsibilities for issuing, managing
and reporting inefficiencies (or nonconformities) and strengths either detected by HSE
audit or arising from normal work activities (Inspections, Visits, Daily Checks, etc.)
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16.1 Definitions
Corrective Action (CA) Action to eliminate the cause of a detected inefficiency
or other undesirable situation in order to prevent its
repetition.
Corrective Action Form explaining the activity to be undertaken \when an
Request (CAR) inefficiency or a potential inefficiency is found.
Inefficiency (or Non- Non-fulfilment of a requirement of the HSE
Conformity) Management System.
Organization rea/Organization/Discipline Manager in charge of the
Representative (OR) inefficiency and who is responsible for solving it
through the Corrective Action.
Originator A competent person in charge of HSE matters who
detects and takes charge of an inefficiency.
Potential Inefficiency Potential failure to meet a requirement.
Preventive Action (PA) Action to eliminate the cause of a potential
nonconformity or other undesirable potential situation.
16.2 Responsibilities
Each employee is responsible for:
Reporting any failure of a practice or procedure and any actual or potential
undesirable situation or HSE hazard detected during working activities.
Providing immediate remedies once the potential undesirable situation or
hazard has been detected (if necessary).
The Originator is responsible for:
Issuing a "CAR/Strength" and communicating it to the relevant Organization
and Project role.
Reporting the inefficiency of Level 1 (major)to the Contractor HSE
Department.
Validating and approving the proposed CA/PA in order to close the
inefficiency.
Filling in the "CAR General Log".
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The CA/PA shall be dearly and briefly described but with enough detail to allow
all personnel directly and indirectly involved in the CA/PA to understand the
specific activities to be performed.
The CA/PA should be achievable and measurable.
The CA/PA shall dearly specify the deliverables, providing objective evidence
that the C/VPA has been completed (e.g., revised procedure, record of
competed training, etc.).
The C/VPA shall be appropriate to the magnitude of the problems encountered
and commensurate with the relevant HSE risks.
In the event of hazard modifications, the FHSEM shall assure that the site risk
assessment is carried out and communicate to the Originator and Organization
Representative the results of the hazard evaluation prior to implementing the CA/PA.
The Organization Representative shall ensure, in collaboration with the FHSEM, that
any changes arising from the CA/PA affecting the HSE Management System will be
implemented. If there is a delay in completion of the CA/PA, the Organization
Representative shall inform the Originator and specify the causes of the delay, and
shall then plan the new date of completion.
The Organization Representative shall submit the filled in form to the Originator, for
his/her check and approval, in order to assure a correct understanding of the
inefficiency.
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The Organization Representative shall verify the effectiveness of the CA/PA after
adequate period of time has elapsed. Appropriate indicators for evaluating the
effectiveness of the implemented action can be identified by the Organization
Representative and the originator during the definition of the inefficiency. The
outcome of this review shall be briefly reported in section C of the “CAR / Strength
Form”.
Determine if the CA/PA has effectively resolved the root causes, determine the
inefficiency/potential inefficiency and prevent its reoccurrence/occurrence.
Determine the reasons why the CA/PA is ineffective (if it has not effectively
resolved the inefficiency/potential inefficiency).
Identify revised or additional action to resolve the inefficiency/potential
inefficiency effectively and prevent its recurrence/occurrence.
Collect and follow-up data relating to the action effectiveness review for
subsequent analysis and lessons learned.
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Immediate oral report shall be made to the Company Representative in the case of all:
Fatal Injuries.
Injuries requiring medical attention, which result in lost time. Damage over SR
10,000to Contractor plant or equipment. Damage, in any amount, to Saudi
Aramco's equipment or property.
Fires.
Damage and all accidents involving cranes and heavy equipment (G.I. 7.026,
Cranes and Heavy Equipment Accident Reporting Procedures).
Work Injuries
Fires.
Incidents of property damage over SAR 10,000.
Motor vehicle collisions.
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This record shall be available for inspection at all times and shall the submitted to
Saudi Aramco on request.
A final written report shall be prepared and submitted to the Company Representative
as per the provisions of G.I. 6.003. In the case of serious accidents, however, a detailed
account of the circumstances, witness's statements and descriptive photographs will
be provided.
In addition to the reports, required above. Contractor shall keep a record of all injuries
and damages on a form approved by the Company Representative. A copy of this
record shall be sent to the proponent department, and to the project management team.
Monthly summary reports will be provided in addition to the individual reports.
Site HSE Coordinator will analyze all the information and submits a monthly report
to the Resident Manager. Contractor shall comply with the G.I. 6.007, Reporting of
Contractor On-job Injuries/ Occupational Illness.
Contractor shall encourage all workers to report Near Misses to their supervisors as
per G.I. 6.004, Near Miss Reporting Process. Every Near Misses reported must be
promptly investigated and necessary corrective action
All reported Near Misses and corrective actions taken must be documented per the
requirements of Saudi Aramco G.I. 6.004.
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The Field HSE Manager shall carry out an immediate investigation of any accident,
which occurs within his area of responsibility. In the case of serious injury or major
damage, the Company Safety Manager will head the investigation. Every
Accident/Incident/Near Miss reported must be promptly investigated and necessary
corrective actions must be taken without any delay.
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18.1 Procedure
Employees shall be physically qualified, have the proper attitude and shall be
sufficiently trained, before assigning them to a job.
Check the location of fire alarms and firefighting equipment in their area.
In the use of Work Permit systems.
To wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)such as hard hats, safety
spectacles and safety shoes are mandatory for all personnel at all work
locations. Ear protection, respirators, face shields and similar personal
protection will be worn whenever required.
Full body harness will be worn when working in areas6 feet above ground,
without complete guardrails.
Safety belts will be allowed in work areas protected with guardrails.
No activity shall take place in a restricted area unless our Work Permit Receiver
obtains a signed hot or
Cold work permit from the Operation Supervisor.
All vehicles will be parked at the designated parking area only.
Conservation of the fresh food will be permitted only in the appropriate area.
A. Company reserves the right to notify the contractor of any failure to comply with
the requirements of the contract and any actions needed to prevent the injury or death
of personnel, damage to equipment, loss of process, or damage to the environment
during contractor's performance of the work. Upon receiving such notification,
immediately all necessary corrective actions shall be taken, including but not limited
to actions requested by the Company. Corrective actions shall be taken at the
contractor’s expense; unless provided otherwise in the contract.
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B. If contractor falls to take prompt corrective action, the Company may direct the
contractor to suspend all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has
been taken. Costs incurred by contractor as a result of such work suspension shall be
solely the contractor's responsibility,
C. If a dispute Involves safety, the Issue shall be elevated to the contractor's higher
management for resolution before work can proceed.
19. DISCIPLINE
The purpose of this chapter Is to give guidance on the actions that should be taken in
the event of safety and/or security violations. The stated disciplinary measures are for
guidance.
Every Instance should be assessed on #s own merit and the actions taken
commensurate with the situation.
The Work Rules list Is not Intended to be an all-Inclusive list, and represents only the
basic site work rules. This procedure applies to all personnel working on the Project.
19.1 Responsibilities
The Site Engineer Is responsible for monitoring the application of this procedure. The
Site Engineers are responsible for the following:
That all disciplinary actions are seen as fair and equitably administered
Applying this procedure for Infractions Involving senior personnel on site.
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Monitor worksite activities under their control and remedy any serious
Advise personnel under their control of the rules and regulations pertaining to
this procedure.
HSE Personnel or Management will issue a written safety violation notice to the
employee for violating the procedure and discipline will be provided in accordance
the table, the action must be reviewed and approved by the responsible Site Engineer.
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19.2 Instructions
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Notes:
1. Depending on the gravity of an offense, degree of culpability, record of employee and other
factors, an employee may be awarded in a penalty one or two steps higher than penalties prescribed
above provided that the same is approved jointly by the Site Engineer and the Project Manager. In
fairness, however, mitigating factors can be used to offset aggravating circumstances in order to
arrive at an appropriate penalty.
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2. It is possible for an employee to have accumulated various disciplinary penalties for different
offences within a twelve-month period. When is occurs, the following shall be considered:
• An employee who has his personnel record two (2) previous suspensions shall be terminated
for any offense he subsequently commits twelve (12) months from five date his suspension
took effect.
• An employee who has been previously issued four (4) written warnings shall be terminated
for any offense he subsequently commits twelve (12) months from the date his first written
warning was issued.
Penalty for subsequent offense(s) should not be lighter than the penalty imposed for the immediately
preceding offense.
Specific disciplinary actions are foreseen in case of traffic violations. For more details
refer to G.I. 6.030 "Traffic and Vehicle Safety"
20.1 General
All Contractor or its Subcontractors employees will familiarize themselves with the
Disaster Control Plan for the plant and area in which the job is located. Each person
working for MMS Company will know exactly what to do when the emergency
evacuation alarm is sounded and do it without any delay
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personnel will initiate the alarm procedures, and direct activities in controlling the
emergency.
When the emergency alarm is sounded, for any reason, all MMS Company personnel
will immediately shut down their job, make it safe, and proceed in an orderly manner
to the designated assembly point.
Periodically, Saudi Aramco holds disaster drills to ensure the smooth function of its
disaster plan. Contractor will participate in these drills.
All emergencies shall be reported immediately (e g., to the nearest Saudi Aramco
Security Main Gate or Security Control Centre SCC). Signs shall be conspicuously
posted at the work site with the emergency telephone numbers and reporting
instructions.
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Name
Badge number
Exact Location
Nature of emergency
Number or injured personnel
Type of service required
Stay on the telephone or radio until told to hang up. Repeat the message if asked to
do so.
The nurse in charge at CONTRACTOR Saudi Arabia First Aid Station will respond
immediately to the site with an Ambulance, and upon his assessment/ diagnosis, the
injured may be through to CONTRACTOR First Aid Station or transferred directly
to the nearest well-equipped hospital, as is necessary.
Place cards giving the names, telephone and radio numbers of the persons in charge
will be displayed on Notices Boards fixed on strategic places to facilitate prompt
assistance in case of medical emergency.
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When an emergency condition exists or on hearing the 'Stop Work Alarm" all
personnel shall:
Upon hearing an emergency alarm every supervisor shall ensure the following:
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According to the CSAR, chapter 6, the HIP shall be developed, implemented and
adhere to a contract specific HIP.
The HIP shall list all tasks / activities associated with the contracted work, potential
hazards of each activity and control measures to mitigate these hazards.
The contractor's HIP shall identify all potential hazards associated with the work to be
performed.
A review of the project has been made, and potential hazards have been identified. A
"Hazard" is defined as the possible loss and/or injury to people and property.
The hazards are classified as a class "A", "B" or "C' depending upon the potential
severity of the accident.
Class "A" Hazards. A condition or practice likely to cause permanent disability, loss
of life or body part, and/or extensive loss of structure, equipment or materials.
Class "8" Hazards. A condition or practice likely to cause serious injury or illness
(resulting in temporary disability) or property damage that is disruptive, but less
severe that Class "A".
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The following items constitute a broad summary of the various types of hazards faced
on this project If the scope of work changes, or if individuals take it upon themselves
to perform work outside the stated scope of work, additional hazards may arise. In the
event, a hazard has not been covered in the attached punch list, which contains the
specific hazards for the project; this summary list will be a guide to ensure all hazards
are covered. Personnel working on this project will be notified that hazards, created
by others could be present:
HAZARDOUSSUBSTANCES
HEAT STRESS PREVENTION
^ NIGHT WORK CONTROL
^ CONFINED SPACE
EXCAVATION
V FALL PREVENTION AND PROTECTION PROGRAM
FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
GAS CYLINDERSSTORAGE, TRANSPORTATION AND USE
GRINDING WORKS
GRIT BLASTING WORKS
HANDLING RADIOACTIVE SOURCE FOR X-RAY AND GAMMA RAY
HYDROTESTING
LIFTING OPERATIONS
MANUAL HANDLING
MARINEWORKS
PAINTING WORKS
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PNEUMATICTEST
SAFETRANSPORTATIONS
SCAFFOLDING
TEMPORARY ELECTRICS
WELDING OPERATIONS
HOT& COLD INSULATION
The full details of the Hazard Identification Plan (HIP) are provided as Attachment
'A'.
The HMI Plan shall be fully implemented in ail project activities that involve
human machine interface to prevent or mitigate incidents.
All JSAs shall incorporate as a control the implementation of the HMI for
Struck-by, Caught-in-between, Struck Against, hazards in the worksite.
All construction personnel shall be made aware of the HMI Plan requirements.
These general requirements shall comply or enhance the requirements of GSM 11-8
and CSM III-2 and contract Schedules.
This HMI shall be standard control in all JSA in order to prevent HE-related
incidents.
Only documented as trained/competent (certified required) operators shall
operate specific heavy equipment.
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Contractor and its Subcontractors are responsible for spreading and implementing this
procedure according to their assignment during the execution of the Job's activities.
Site Engineer
Is responsible for nominating a JSA team leader. According to the Organization Chart;
this role is fulfilled by the Construction Manager (CM).
Supervisor
Is responsible for the following:
Nominating a representative to participate to JSA meeting.
Identifying the need for a JSA to be carried out.
Carrying out the daily pre-start tool box talk on the basis of JSA results.
If the organization chart of the subcontractor does not include this role, the above
responsibility is given to the foremen.
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Foremen/Workers
Safety Supervisors/Officers:
The personnel carrying out the work has received clear information about the
specific risks identified during JSA.
Daily pre-start TBT are conducted on the basis of safety topics arisen from
JSA.
PTWs have in attachment the relevant JSA.
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JSA is mandatory for each activity under PTW System (refer to "Work Permit
Procedure" of CSSP), and if required by the HIP and/or Site Risk Assessment.
The most appropriate method, or combination of methods, for the job will be selected.
The three alternative methods of performing a JSA are:
In this method the persons doing the analysis actually observe the job
being done. They may observe the process a number of times before they
By Direct observation identify all of the separate steps and the potential accidents, and develop
final solutions. In addition, they may observe different employees doing
the same job to establish variations in doing the job.
ere the JSA is accomplished by a group of people familiar with the Job.
Under the guidance of the leader the group members use their collective
By Group Discussion experience to identify the job steps and the potential accidents in each,
and develop good solutions
The Recall and Check method is so-called because the leader prepares a
preliminary version of the JSA on the basis of recall rather than of direct
By Recall and Check observation of the job. The team then checks this preliminary version by
discussion or by directly observing the steps of the job about which there
may be doubts.
The use of Method Statement of the activity could be helpful for performing a proper
JSA.
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A team to carry out the JSA will be established, including at least following people:
A competent person able to lead the team and who has attended the specific MMS
training “Risk Assessment Awareness and Job Safety Analysis”, will be nominated as
JSA team leader.
The job task will be divided into a suitable list of job steps with the support of an
experienced employee (and/or on the basis of the relevant Method Statement) This
sequence of steps will describe what is to be done and in what order.
All identified steps will be recorded in a specific form, filling the "N°" and
"Description of Task" steps columns.
The JSA will proceed by consideration of each stop, individually, in sequence.
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Each step will be reviewed to identify any actual and potential associated hazard.
They will be recorded in the "Hazard-Potential Incident" column in the worksheet.
An effort will be done in order to identify also all the possible external factors that
may have an impact on the job. Feedback of this type can be supplied from people
who have performed similar jobs in the past. During this step. Method Statement,
HIP and Site Risk Assessment's results have to be considered.
Eliminate The risk will be reduced through removal of the hazard at source.
Reduce the risk in the process through substitution with an alternative;
Reduce
e.g., different methods, materials or equipment.
Prevent personnel interaction with the hazard; e.g., removal of personnel
Isolate through automation, enclosure of the process/ hazard, machinery
guarding, emergency stops and reduction of personnel exposure time
Control Manage hazard exposure through the use of systems and procedures.
Protect Use of additional PPE in support of the above measures.
Discipline An absolute last resort. Relies on close monitoring and supervision of
worker behavior /performance. Would need focused task specific training
beforehand.
An action and a responsible for each identified hazard control measure will be
nominated and recorded in the “remarks/action” column of the JSA worksheet.
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Before starting the job, the JSA will tie reviewed by the HSE department and
approved by Site Management.
23.2.7 Implementation
The final results of JSA will tie passed onto the Work Supervisor and they will be
discussed with the full team of workers assigned to the job before the beginning
of the activity during the Pre-Start TBT or others pre-job meetings.
The hazard control measures arisen from the Job Safety Analysis will be
incorporated in the appropriate Technical Procedure/ work Instruction / Work
Permit Procedures.
The JSA worksheet will be attached to the permit to work (where applicable) and
will be always available on site, where the activity will be carried out. It will be
used as topic for the daily tool-box talks.
In case of particulars activities (extremely complex, out of standard, etc.) the JSA
will be reviewed and updated on completion of the job or task The outputs of this
analysis will be recorded and conserved.
When reviewing the JSA on completion of the job, the following will be
considered: Did any of the job steps change (added or deleted)? Often, changes in
the environment, specifications or tools and equipment can cause the addition
/deletion /change of job steps, introducing new hazards that require new solutions.
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Were there any additional hazards? When doing a JSA a great deal of effort will
be put into trying to identify all of the potential hazards. However, it is not always
possible to foresee all of the hazards until the job is completed.
What solutions are developed for the additional hazards? Once a job has
commenced, in case of unforeseen hazards, new solutions will be developed on
the job. These will be included on the revised JSA as an example for future similar
activities.
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Jobs are broken down into a series of successive steps or activities. Each step is
described in sufficient details so that the entire team understands the step and the
overall sequence. Required or anticipated tools and equipment for each step or
activity are to be included,
The potential hazards then identified for each step; hazards are generally classified
in 6 main types:
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Can any part of the body get caught in the or between an object?
Do tools, machines or equipment used for the job present any hazard?
Can the worker make harmful contact with objects?
Can the worker suffer strain from lifting, pushing or pulling?
Is the worker exposed to extreme heat or cold?
Is excessive noise or vibration a problem?
Is there danger from falling object?
Is lighting a problem?
Can weather conditions affect the worker?
Is harmful radiation a possibility?
Are flammable substances present?
Can contact be made with hot, toxic, acidic, or caustic substances?
Are there dusts, fumes mists or vapors in the air?
Are there particular skills or special training required?
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This requires consideration of the consequences and likelihood of the hazard causing
harm ignoring current conditions. The risk assessment is generally straight forward
and based on the collective judgment of the team, the risk matrix included in the JSA
pro-forma is to be used for the assessing risk.
The final step is to identify existing controls or develop new control measures
appropriate to each identified hazard. The control measures must be consistent with
the identified risk and should at all times be based on controls from as high up on the
hierarchy of controls as possible. When in place, the controls should reduce the risk
to as low as reasonably practicable. A combination of measures, using the hierarchy
of controls these include elimination, substitution, engineering, administration
controls and PPE. The use of personal protective equipment as the primary control
should tie the last resort
The JSA log shall be maintained by each department and entire list has to tie updated
by subcontractor HSE department
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The next step is for the JSA to be approved by the Project HSE Manager or his
designee, the JSA is then to be submitted to construction supervisor and the HSE area
Lead, the review process should ensure that:
23.4 Records
Adequate records of JSA shall be maintained at site, including a JSA log and copies
of PTWs.
Records of employee training in “Risk Assessment& JSA” will tie maintained too.
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Ensuring that the completed and reviewed RA is passed onto the Work
Supervisor.
24.1.4 Site Risk Assessment Team
Each member of Site RA Team shall:
Participate in the study effectively;
Propose to the RA Team Leader the actions' owners.
24.1.5 Action owner responsibilities:
Action owner shall:
Implement the additional control measures relevant to his area of competency,
within the defined timeframe.
Report to HSE Manager with the evidence of close out.
24.1.6 Superintendents/Supervisors
Are responsible for the following:
Participating in Site RA, if required (or nominating a representative).
Identifying the need for a RA to be carried out
Carrying out the daily pre-start tool box talk on the basis of RA results (if
required by the specific activity)
If the organization chart of the subcontractor does not include these roles, the above
responsibilities are given to foremen.
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The risk evaluation shall be done by using the relevant Risk Matrix which combines t
The Risk Matrix identifies three possible areas subject to different levels of risk are
identified:
Red Area - intolerable risk: the activities cannot be carried out until mitigation
measures able to bring the risk to an acceptable level (yellow or green area)
have been implemented.
Yellow Area - the risk is tolerable if ALARP. The activities can be commenced
with appropriate management authorization and it is necessary to:
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The Project Manager for Construction shall appoint the Risk Assessment team leader,
the team leader should be experienced in the completion of Risk Assessment and shall
have attended the “Risk Assessment and JSA” HSE training course.
The Project manager for Construction, together with the team leader and supported by
the field HSE Manager; shall select the team members who have adequate knowledge
of the activities being assessed and appropriate to the complexity and risk associated
with the tasks. Within the team there should be personnel who:
Are responsible for the activities and/or involved in carrying out the work.
Are experienced in Risk Assessment and have attended the relevant training.
Have the required level of knowledge of the tasks to be performed, its location,
the hazards associated with both work and location and the controls required to
ensure the work can be done safely.
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Before the Risk Assessment study starts, the team leader should complete enough
preparatory work to ensure that all members have sufficient background
information for the completion of the study.
Preparation for the RA should include, wherever possible, a worksite visit as this
allows team members to see the physical layout of the area and the current site
conditions.
The RA team should at this stage break the activities into smaller tasks to allow for
better and clearer. understanding of the potential hazards.
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For each activity a list of all significant hazards is identified. The RA team shall then
identify all standard control measures that should be in place to mitigate the risk. These
controls shall tie listed on the Site Risk Assessment Form During this step, HIP results
can be used as reference
All nodes will tie reviewed sequentially to identify hazards that the planned work could
introduce within the activities/site. The key issues to be considered and recorded on
the worksheets are:
The identified hazard within the planned sub-activity; there could tie several and
some could coincide.
What the consequence(s)would be and, if health and safety based, what
personnel could be affected by them.
An agreed evaluation of the probability of occurrence.
Once all hazards associated with the activities are established, the associated hazard
effects shall be identified and considered. This stage of the process must consider the
harm that could possibly occur to the people, environment, equipment(business)and
company's image involved in the completion of the tasks.
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24.6 Records
Adequate records of Site Risk Assessment shall be maintained at site, including a Risk
Assessment and copies of PTWs. Records of employee training in 'Risk Assessment&
JSA" will be maintained too.
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Eliminate The subject process shall not be implemented. The risk must be reduced through
removal of the hazard at source; e.g., through re-design / re-engineering.
Reduce Reduce the risk in the process through substitution with an alternative; e.g., different
methods, materials or equipment.
Isolate Prevent personnel interaction with the hazard; e.g., through removal of personnel
(through automation), enclosure of the process/hazard, machinery guarding,
emergency stops and reduction of personnel exposure time.
Control Manage hazard exposure through the use of systems and procedures; e.g., permits
to work, special rules/work instructions.
Protect Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All the above MUST be fully
considered ahead of PPE use. Where necessary PPE should be used in support of the
above measures.
Discipline An absolute last resort. Relies on close monitoring and supervision of worker
behavior / performance. Would need focused task specific training beforehand.
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Harm to people
Low Minor injury or health effects - Medical treatment and Work Restricted Case
cancer).
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Environmental Effect
Negligible Negligible effect - Nil or negligible effect (e.g., small spills during
refueling) without any financial consequences
Low Slight effect - Local environmental damage. Within the fence and
within systems. Negligible financial consequences.
Medium Minor effect - Contamination. Damage sufficiently large to attack
the environment Single breach of statutory or prescribed criterion.
Single complaint. No permanent effect on the environment.
High Local effect - Limited loss of discharges of known toxicity.
Repeated breaches of statutory or prescribed limit. Affecting
neighborhood.
Major Major effect - Major environmental damage. The company is
required to take extensive measures to restore the contaminated
environment to its original state. Extended
breaches of statutory or prescribed limits.
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25 TRAINING
Contractor shall ensure that only appropriately trained and competent personnel are
employed to carry out the work. All personnel receive documented training, based on
job classification and training needs analysis, before being permitted access to the
work site. This training shall include:
(3) Job - skills/craft competency training for personnel engaged in specific craft
activities (e.g., electrical, scaffolding, steel erection, welding, cutting, crane/heavy
equipment operation)
Establish job classifications (e.g., welder, rigger, crane operator, heavy equipment
operator, driver) required to perform the work and the specific job skills/craft
competence and training requirements for each of these job classifications, including
Saudi Aramco and/or Saudi Arabian Government certification/license requirements.
Where a specific job function requires Saudi Aramco and/or Saudi Arabian
Government certification/license, these job functions shall tie assigned only to
properly certified/licensed personnel (e.g., certified crane/heavy equipment operators
per Gl 7.025, certified scaffold supervisors/inspectors per Gl 8.001).
Additional training programs shall be established for personnel who perform high-risk
activities, such as but not limited to:
Contractor shall work closely with their subcontractors to provide training programs
to ensure that personnel have the necessary knowledge and skills required to safely
and properly perform the assigned work.
The complete details of the training courses that are prescribed to personnel at all
levels of the organization, according to the Training Needs Analysis Matrix, are
included in the Appendix G - "Procedure for HSE Training".
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Contractor employees who are new to a particular work site attend and pass safety
orientation, as well as any facility safety orientation that may be required by the Saudi
Aramco Proponent Organization (SAPO).
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Contractor shall establish a short service employee (SSE) program. This program shall
include identification of new or inexperienced personnel so others may take extra care
in their presence and provide additional assistance. The SSE program shall define the
criteria for an inexperienced worker biased on duration of employment, change of job
scope and/or length of industry service.
Before work commences, contractor shall inform the Saudi Aramco Proponent
Organization (SAPO) of the maximum ratio of SSEs to experienced workers that will
be present at the job site at any given time. The SAPO reserves the right to require an
alternate maximum ratio of SSEs.
Supervisors shall observe their SSE's work performance until they are satisfied that
the employee can perform his job in a safe and effective manner. The SSE program
shall provide additional training as requested by the supervisor.
Contractor shall ensure that job-skills/craft and safety training fully qualify personnel
to perform their job properly and safely. Job-skills/craft competency training and
safety training shall include, but not be limited to, the relevant topics listed below,
depending upon the job scope and assigned responsibilities.
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Refresher safety training shall be conducted at a frequency not less than that
established by Saudi Arab Government regulations or Saudi Aramco requirements
(note; in the event that refresher safety training is not covered by Saudi Arabian
Government regulations or Saudi Aramco requirements, the SAPO or Contractor shall
document the refresher safety training frequency). A database should be maintained
that will serve to notify when refresher training is required. This will enable
preparations for further training courses to be made in good time. Refresher training
shall be required annually as a minimum, or when major changes will occur, or have
occurred, onsite or to current procedure.
Contractor shall ensure that all their site supervision and safety staff receive formal
safety training. This training shall include a review of typical site hazards and safe
work practices.
All site supervision and safety staff shall attend the formal training including 24 hours
OSHA, NEBOSH-NEC or SAPO approved training program.
Site supervision and safety staff shall be trained in, but not be limited to. the following:
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The course for supervisors should include legal requirements, company and
administrative policies and safety aspects of the work likely to be undertaken by the
supervisors.
Many Specific Training Courses may be given by the site HSE team. However, for
specialized activities such as scaffolding, electrical systems, health surveillance etc.,
it may be necessary to bring in dedicated training personnel.
Management and Supervision shall be responsible for identifying the training needs
of employees.
HSE staff shall be responsible for ensuring the necessary training material is available.
All the person that has the potential to be exposed to a fall risk shall be trained prior
to starting work. Training must be conducted by highly qualified personnel.
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Supervisor.
Workers.
Scaffolders.
Rescuers
Specific refresh training activity must be issued for each one of the Job profiles.
Scaffolders
The training for scaffolders is structure in theoretical and practical sections and is
aimed to provide the necessary information and instruction on how to erect, dismantle
and modify a scaffolding. Participant will receive details on:
Rescuers
The training for Rescuers is structures in theoretical and practical sections and is
aimed to provide to the participant the relative information related on how to identify
the related risk of falling from height, adequate type of fall protection devices and
correct methodology for rescue of persons injured while working at height.
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The refresher course has the scope to maintain the workers to an adequate level of
information and awareness related to the methodology for rescuing persons from
height based on theoretical and practical section.
25.8 Records
Proper records of all training courses must be maintained by the HSE Team.
A project specific document "Traffic Plan" inclusive of several Traffic Flow Sketches
and transit routes is included in Attachment "B" of this document and addresses in
more detail the main requirements for managing and controlling traffic during the
Project.
Furthermore, during the construction phase, the attachment will tie updated
specifically for the Project with the aim to minimize the exposure of civilian traffic on
highways and public roads.
26.1 General
Contractor CM will ensure that this document is regularly reviewed at site, and all
parties will tie informed of subsequent revisions. Contractor, subcontractors, suppliers
and vendors vehicles and personnel will fully comply with the existing rules in Saudi
Arabia.
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A vehicle operator will be held accountable for the vehicle assigned to him and he
must ensure that it is always operated in a safe and lawful manner.
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Air filter Check it every month. Replace It when it becomes dirty or as part
of a tune -up. It is easy to reach, right under the big metal 'lid', in
a carbureted engine; or in a rectangular box at the forward end of
the air in a duct hose assembly.
Belts Inspect belts and hoses smoothly. Replace glazed, worn or frayed
belts. Replace bulging, rotten or brittle hoses and tighten clamps.
If a hose looks tad, or feels too soft or too hard, it should ta
replaced.
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Brake Fluid Check the brake fluid monthly. First wipe dirt from the brake
master cylinder reservoir lid. Pry off the retainer clip and
remove the yd or unscrew the plastic lid, depending on which
type your vehicle has. If you need fluid, add the improved type
and check for possible leaks throughout the system. Do not
overfill.
Engine Oil Check the oil after every fill up. Remove the dipstick, wipe it
clean. Insert it fully and remove it again. If it is low, add oil. To
maintain peak performance, the oil should be changed every
3,000 miles or 3 months, whichever comes first Replace the oil
filter with every oil change.
Exhaust Look underneath for loose or broken exhaust clamps and supports.
Check for holes in muffler or pipes. Replace the rusted or
damaged parts. Have the emission checked at once per year for
compliance with local laws.
Hoses Inspect the hoses and belts monthly. If a hose looks bad, or feels
too soft or too hard, it should be replaced
Lights Make sure that all your lights are clean and working, including
the brake lights, turn signals and emergency flashers, Keep spare
bulbs and fuses in the Vehicle.
Oil Filter To maintain peak performance, change oil every 3 months or 3,000
kms. whichever comes first Replace oil filter with every oil
change.
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Power Steering Fluid Check the power steering fluid level once per month. Check it
by removing the reservoir dipstick. If the level is down, add
fluid and inspect the pump and hoses for leaks.
Shock Absorbers Look for signs of oil seepage on shock absorbers, test shock
action by bouncing the car up and down. The car should stop
bouncing when you step back. Worn or leaking shocks should
be replaced. Always replace shock absorbers in pairs.
Transmission Fluid Check transmission fluid monthly with engine warn and
running, and the parking brake on. Shift to drive, then to park,
remove the dipstick, wipe dry, insert it and remove it again.
Add the approved type fluid, if needed. Never overfill.
Washer Fluid Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir full. Use some of
it to dean off the wiper blades.
Wiper Blades Inspect the windscreen wiper blades whenever you clean your
windshield. Do not wait until the rubber is worn or brittle to
replace them. They should be replaced at least once per year,
and more often if smearing occurs.
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27. TRANSPORTATION
27.1 References
Only authorized drivers (SA or contractor) shall operate motor vehicles. Operator
credentials shall the verified prior to their being allowed to operate motor vehicles.
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Drivers shall complete and pass the SA Driver Improvement Program (or SA-
approved equivalent) and shall have completed the Driver Improvement Refresher
Seminar within the period stipulated in Gl 6.030.
Drivers (SA and contractor) shall be held accountable for the safe operation of the
vehicle.
Drivers shall.
Abide by all SAG traffic regulations and SA traffic requirements at all times in
all locations.
Wear seat belts at all times and ensure that all passengers wear their seat belts
as well.
Report any damage immediately to their supervisor.
Perform a 360-degree walk around before getting into the vehicle.
Ensure the vehicle is safe to operate and contains all required safety equipment
prior to use.
Ensure the vehicle is properly equipped before operating in remote locations.
Not exceed the posted speed limit at any time.
Not use a cell phone, eat or drink while driving.
Properly transport materials and ensure loads do not exceed the vehicle
manufacturer's design load capacity. Loads shall be properly secured and tied
down. Materials shall not extend over the sides of the Vehicle. Loads extending
beyond the front or rear shall tie marked with a red flag and trailers shall be
equipped with visible brake and taillights.
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Secure loose materials in the driving compartment or truck cargo area. Hard
hats and other loose materials shall not be placed on the rear window shelf.
Ensure unauthorized persons are not transported in vehicles
Not transport more passengers than the number of seat belts provided in the
vehicle.
Not transport passengers in the rear of pickups or on truck beds.
Only Park in designated parking areas. Parked vehicles shall not obstruct other
vehicles, roadways, access ways or fixed firefighting installations.
Reduce vehicle speed under hazardous weather or road conditions
(seeGI6030)
Not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
Always set the parking or emergency brake when the vehicle is parked.
All vehicles entering a SA restricted area (e.g., hydrocarbon facility, refinery, gas
plant, terminal) shall have a valid, SA Transportation Department inspection sticker.
See SA Form 7573, Restricted Area Access Sticker Request.
Vehicles shall be re-inspected \when its SA inspection sticker expires. If the vehicle
fails inspection due to mechanical reasons, it shall be repaired and inspected before a
new sticker is issued.
All motor vehicles shall be serviced and repaired according to the manufacturer's
maintenance schedule. Where there is no signpost indicating the maximum speed
limit, no vehicle may be driven at a speed greater than the following:
100 kilometers per hour for light motor vehicles outside city limits.
70 km per hours for vehicles with sand tires.
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To drive safely, speed must be reduced below the allowable speed limit at night, or
during fog, rain or sandstorm.
Drivers shall comply with all Saudi Arab Government, Company and Contractor's
traffic signs.
The driver is responsible for inspecting his vehicle before use, and determine if the
following is satisfactory:
Steering system.
Tires.
Seat Belts.
Horn.
Headlights, taillights, stoplights, and turning indicator lights.
Rear view mirrors.
Windshield wipers and washers.
Crankcase, and radiator level.
Back up alarm
Contractor and Subcontractor shall develop and implement a road transportation plan
for transporting workers to and from the worksite, and during working hours, after
mobilization.
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All employees shall follow the established routes at the job site, both vehicular
and foot traffic.
Vehicle horns will tie used for safety and at blind corners.
The vehicle's turn signals will be used when operating a motor vehicle.
All vehicles on this project will be of the approved type, as indicated in the
Company standard.
For more detail refer to the "Traffic Plan" in Attachment B of this document.
The driver shall immediately inform his supervisor of an MVA, after meeting the
requirements of SA industrial Security and/or SAG police.
Drivers shall not leave the scene of an incident or move the vehicle after a collision
until released by the SAG police officer or a SA Industrial Security representative.
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The towing speed of the vehicle must not exceed forty (40) kilometers per hour or
Work Site posted speed at any time and shall be governed by the conditions
encountered. In general, the towing of trailers should be limited to inside plant areas
or adjacent work areas. For longer moves, they shall be hauled on regular floats or
carriers, except:
To and from specified locations that do not have cranes or other suitable loading
and off-loading equipment normally available.
When the moving agency is sure that the tow can be accomplished safely and
that dispatching a crane is not necessary.
During an emergency situation
Be long enough to allow the vehicle and trailer to turn at the maximum angle to
prevent chain binding.
Cross under the trailer tongue.
Be short enough to prevent the tongue from dragging on the ground, if the
coupling device should fail.
27.6.2 Tires
All trailer tires shall tie inflated in accordance with the tire manufacturer's
specifications and meet the following requirements.
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All trailers shall have reflective-type yellow tape on all four sides.
The controller (Person who prepares the towing vehicle as well as the equipment being
towed. He is responsible for ensuring that all equipment is safe for towing) shall have
adequate illumination when coupling and uncoupling is performed.
27.6.4 Inspection
Prior to towing, the trailer shall be visually inspected by the controller. The visual
inspection shall cover:
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If trailer fails to meet any one of the above criteria, the trailer shall be taken out of
service until repairs are completed and approved by the custodian.
The driver/controller shall comply with Saudi Aramco towing procedures and the
manufacturer's towing procedures/guidelines and recommendations.
The controller shall arrange for gate passes and road permits as required.
Transportation Department may tie consulted to determine the road permit
requirements. The driver/controller shall connect and test the proper working of all
electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic wires/cables prior to towing any trailer.
Drivers shall know the ground and load effects of the trailer on the towing equipment.
This shall include the following:
Acceleration and breaking performance.
Towing equipment control and maneuverability.
Fuel requirements.
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The driver shall consider the weather conditions, speed, load, road grades and
conditions when braking and comply with all traffic regulations.
Towing equipment shall be suitable for towing in terms of its suspension system and
transmission coupling devices shall be suitable for type and capacity of the trailer.
The controller shall properly connect/lock the trailer brake and electrical cables. When
the cables are not in use, they shall be properly secured to prevent dragging.
Tow tars and coupling devices shall not obscure the towing equipment license plate
or rear lights, if applicable, when the trailer is not connected. Based on the towing
equipment manufacturer's specifications, the GCWR shall not be exceeded.
Trailers loaded/unloaded, weighing over 750kgs, shall be fitted with a properly
working manufacturer's recommended braking system.
Trailers shall not be used to transport personnel.
The controller shall distribute or position the load on the trailer uniformly, if possible.
Controller shall ensure that any load on the trailer is property secured to prevent
damage to the load/trailer.
Controller of Saudi Aramco-owned equipment shall ensure that the towing equipment
is equipped with at least
one rotary warning beacon and shall be followed by one escort vehicle with a rotary
warning beacon when traveling on SAG and Saudi Aramco primary roads. Contractor
traveling on Saudi Aramco properties shall also comply with this requirement.
Wide side view mirror shall be mounted on the towing vehicle for long/wide trailer
loads.
Maximum allowable combined measurement of towing vehicle and towed equipment
shall not exceed SAG requirements.
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personnel within a pre-defined hazard zone and provides an audible and visible
warning to equipment operator(s) when entry into the zone is detected. It may
optionally also provide audible warning to people entering the zone.
Use of Both Tag Based Proximity Warning Alert Systems and Rear-View Cameras.
All earthmoving and construction equipment at the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication
Sites, Including, but not limited to, the following list, whether owned or operated
directly by Contractor, Subcontractor, and any Subcontractors, thereof, or rented or
provided for the WORK via other agreements, shall have both TB PWAS and
RVCCCS installed, tested, and operating at all times while the equipment is at the Job,
Laydown, and Fabrication Sites.
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Bulldozer
Roller / Vibratory Compactor
Earthmoving Equipment
Haul and Dump Trucks
Tracked or Wheeled Shovels and Loaders
Tracked or Wheeled Excavators
Scrapers
Motor Graders
Graders
Water Tankers
Waste and Fuel Tankers
Tractors
Telescopic Handlers
Backhoe
All trucks delivering concrete at the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites, whether
owned or operated directly by Contractor. Subcontractor, and any Subcontractor
thereof, or rented or provided for the work via other agreements, shall have RVCCCS
installed, tested, and operating at all times while the concrete delivery trucks are at the
Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites. Buses, passenger cars, pickup trucks, concrete
pump trucks, and external vendor or supplier delivery trucks, crane and forklift {with
the exception of earth hauling trucks, trucks delivering concrete, etc.) bringing
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material to the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites do not require installation or use
of a TBPWAS or RVCCCS.
All Subcontractors and its visitor personnel, (excluding operators, drivers, and crew
of Excluded Equipment), while on the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites, shall be
provided with Tags compatible with the TB PWAS system in use at the Job, Laydown,
and Fabrication Sites and shall t3e required to wear them at all times.
Any Subcontractor personnel without property worn and functional Tags shall not be
allowed to remain on the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites as applicable and must
report to the Proximity Warning System Coordinator.
All TB PWAS must reliably operate in the complete range of extremes of temperature,
humidity, dust, and vibration, and direct exposure to sun and rain and other
environmental factors which may be present at the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication
Sites.
Any TB PWAS employed at the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites must be able to
detect any Tags from a minimum of at least twelve (12) meters distance, or greater as
determined by Subcontractor risk assessment. The detection range alert threshold for
the hazard zone should be adjustable from a minimum of three (3) meters to the
longest detection range supported by the equipment. The TB PWAS should detect
Tags throughout a three hundred sixty (360) degree radius of the equipment carrying
the installed TB PWAS Sensor(s) and Alarm Display(s), and activate an alarm
notifying the equipment operator of a hazard.
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The equipment operator must be able to silence a TB PWAS audible warning for a
particular detection event.
However, another detection event occurring after the silenced warning should
automatically trigger another audible warning.
Tags employed at the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites shall be non-intrusive,
hands free, and integrated or fitted on personnel high visibility vests, hard hats, or
otherwise conveniently worn, and not interfere with personnel's ability to safely
perform work.
All TB PWAS equipment at the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites (Tags, Sensor(s),
Alarm Display(s), and Data Loggers) shall be completely compatible and
interoperable.
TB PWAS may employ any suitable signaling method (for example, infrared or radio
frequency identification) which is robust and not subject to interface from [Link]
equipment at or near the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication Sites, and which does not
interfere with the operation of other equipment at the Job, Laydown, and Fabrication
Sites.
Any RVCCCS must provide:
A The ability for the equipment operator to view the area behind the equipment
through a minimum overall viewing angle of one hundred sixty (160) degrees
centered on the rear of the equipment, to a distance of at least ten (10) Meters.
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The Contractor shall establish a process to positively verify that all personnel's Tags
are correctly worn and functioning each day prior to the start of a work shift, or upon
entry to the work Site for visitors and other personnel not regularly at the Job,
Laydown, or Fabrication Sites for entire work shifts.
The Contractor shall establish a process to positively verify and document that all
Proximity Warning System Equipment installed on earthmoving and construction
equipment is operating correctly at the beginning of each day.
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The Contractor shall ensure that for all equipment on the Job, Laydown, and
Fabrication Sites, the TBPWAS alert threshold detection range shall be set to a
distance of six (6) meters unless otherwise determined by a Contractor risk assessment
which shall be approved by an authorized Saudi Aramco Company Representative.
The Contractor shall ensure that proper maintenance of the Proximity Warning System
Equipment is performed according to the specification of the manufacturer(s) to
ensure that the equipment operates correctly and
Equipment shall not be permitted to access or perform work at the Job, Laydown, and
Fabrication Sites.
The Contractor shall ensure that ail equipment operators shall tie provided with
training on the purpose, use, and maintenance of TB PWAS and RVCCCS prior to
operating any equipment with the system installed, and the administration of such
training shall be documented in the project safety records.
The Contractor shall ensure that all personnel using Tags shall tie provided training
on the purpose, use, and maintenance of the Tag prior to entering the Job, Laydown,
and Fabrication Sites, and the administration of such training shall tie documented in
the project safety records. The Proximity Warning System Coordinator shall conduct
weekly, and monthly trend reporting of any incidents, including "near misses," that
either activate proximity alarms or should reasonably have activated such alarms shall
be investigated and such investigations shall document the status of installation, use,
operation, maintenance, and effectiveness of the Proximity Warning System
Equipment including any data recorded by data logger equipment.
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Selection of impact resistant eye protection shall be based on the hazards, with user
comfort in mind. The five (5) basic types of protection are:
Spectacles with side shields, either clear or dark.
Goggles with a flexible body that fits flush against the face.
Cushion-fitting goggles with rigid plastic frames and separate cushion-fitting
surfaces.
Chipping goggles having rigid plastic eyecups with lenses designed in two (2)
styles, one (1) to be worn alone and one(I)to fit over prescription spectacles.
Chemical goggles.
Arc and gas tungsten arc (TIG) welders shall only use or wear approved welder's
hoods with the proper lens shade. Torch welders, cutters, and braziers shall wear
special shaded goggles.
Provides a guide for selecting the proper shade numbers of filter lenses or plates used
in welding. Shades darker than those listed may be used to provide the required level
of eye protection.
Face shields shall protect the face and neck from flying particles, sprays of hazardous
liquids, splashes of molten metal or other solutions.
Face shields shall be used in combination with safety glasses or chemical goggles
whenever face shields are required.
Face/Head protection scarves are only allowed if specially designed and worn such
that there is no impairment of the wearer's vision.
Goggles shall be used with the face shield when handling open containers of
hazardous liquids that could splash onto the face.
The necessity for wearing eye protection for any work activity shall be indicated at
the worksite by prominent signs in English and Arabic (local languages on the
worksite). Visual representation of the type of protection needed shall also be
displayed (Line drawing of goggles or face mask).
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In general, eye and face protection worn frequently shall be issued on a personal basis.
Exceptions to this would be in the case of fixed grinding, drilling or other rotating
machine, in addition to any eye protection issued on a personal basis to workers in the
workshop More details on safety spectacles requirements are given in G.I. 8.002.
Safety sun glasses should be worn in strong sun glare to reduce eye strain and fatigue.
All the persons wearing contact lenses shall be authorized from the Contractor and/or
Subcontractor physician.
Individuals who are authorized to wear contact lenses shall wear chemical splash
goggles at all times while in the area of any operational unit or chemical handling area.
If some workers need particular prescriptions or medical glasses for vision correction,
adequate goggles will be provided, if not available, a physician has to declare the
interested workers able to use contact lens to allow them to use safety eyewear,
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Note (*) As a general practice, start with a shade that Is too dark to see the weld/cut
zone. Then go to a lighter shade which gives sufficient view of the weld zone without
going below the minimum.
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Fashion-type safety-toe shoes with canvas, nylon, and/or other soft composition
uppers or soles shall not be used as safety footwear.
Jackhammer personnel shall wear safety shoes with metatarsal(toe/foot) protectors.
Rubber safety boots shall be worn for work in concrete or any other wet areas.
29.5 Hearing Protection
Contractor will provide a hearing protection program for employees to protect them
against the effects of noise exposure where the sound levels exceed those shown in
OSHA 1910.95 and ANSI/ASSE AID.46, e.g., in work areas where workers may be
exposed to 85 decibels-A scale or greater.
Hearing protection program shall include at least the following activities:
Monitoring for noise to determine if an exposure over the prescribed limits has
occurred.
Implementing of controls to protect against the recognized hazard.
Audiometric testing of all workers who work where hearing protection is
required to determine loss of hearing in the worker and the need for additional
controls or training or removal of the worker from these areas if hearing loss is
demonstrated.
In any case, exposure to impulse or impact noise shall not exceed the requirements
specified in ANSI/ASSE A10.46.
Warning signs in English and Arabic (local languages on the worksite) shall be
posted on equipment or in areas
where noise exposures equal or exceed 85 decibels A-scale, indicating the need for
ear protection.
A visual sign in the form of a line drawing of ear muffs shall also be displayed. When
engineering and administrative controls are not practical, all workers exposed to noise
levels of 85dB(A)or above shall be provided with and use approved hearing protection
devices with an appropriate noise reduction rating (NRR) that will reduce the exposure
to an acceptable level. The selection of type of protection shall be in accordance with
the type of noise hazard and the work being performed.
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Employees shall be trained by a competent person in the proper fitting and usage of
these devices.
Plain cotton is not an acceptable protective device.
Ear plugs are not suitable when involved in high noise producing operations such as
use of compressed air equipment, concrete breaking etc.
Disposable earplugs shall be replaced when found to be damaged or defective; and
discarded at the end of each shift.
Replacement hearing protective devices shall be available for personnel and visitors.
Contractor shall do a hazard assessment as described in NFPA 70E or NFPA 2113 and
select the appropriate FRC for the hazard. FRC shall meet the performance
requirements of NFPA 2112.
Fall protection systems, subsystems, and components shall meet ANSI/ASSE Z359 1
“Safety Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Subsystems, and
Components”.
29.7 Fall Protection Equipment
Personal fall arrest systems shall comply with ANSI Z359.1 (or equivalent as specified
in writing by the SA Loss
Prevention Department and shall be labeled as such. Other types of fall protection
equipment shall not be used
and shall be removed from SA facilities and project sites
Suspension trauma safety straps (foot stirrups) shall be provided with each full-body
harness.
Fall arrest equipment shall limit the maximum arresting force on the user's body to
818 kg (1,800 lb.)
Full-body harnesses shall safely support 2,268 kg (5,000 lb.) dead weight (i.e.,
minimum breaking strength).
Connectors shall be made of drop-forged, pressed or formed steel and shall have a
corrosion-resistance finish Surface and edges shall be smooth to prevent damage to
other parts of the fall arrest systems.
D-rings and snap hooks shall be capable of sustaining a minimum tensile load of 2,268
kg(5,000 lb.)and shall be proof-tested by the manufacturer to a minimum tensile load
of 1,633 kg(3,600 lb.)without cracking, breaking or
taking permanent deformation. D-rings and snap hooks shall t5e compatible to prevent
rollout. Snap hooks and carabiners shall be self-closing and self-locking.
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Gates of snap hooks and carabiners shall be capable of withstanding a load applied in
either the major or minor axis direction of 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs.) without breaking,
permanent deformation or distortion sufficient to release the gate.
Straps used as webbing or strength components in full-body harnesses shall be made
of synthetic fibers.
Components of fall protection equipment shall be mutually compatible (e.g., from the
same manufacturer).
Self-retracting lifelines shall limit free fall to 0.6 m(2ft) or less and shall have
components capable of sustaining a minimum static tensile load of 1,361 kg (3,000
lb.) when fully extended.
Shock-absorbing lanyards shall:
Bring personnel to a complete stop and limit the maximum deceleration distance
an individual travels to 1.07 m (3.5 ft).
Not exceed 1.8 m(6ft) in length
Safely support 2,268 kg (5,000 lb.) dead weight (i.e., minimum breaking
strength).
Limit the arresting force to 408 kg (900 lb.).
Be labeled by the manufacturer as meeting ANSI Z359.1.
Not be made of wire rope.
If a “Y” lanyard or double-leg lanyard be marked with the following warnings
which shall be followed:
Connect only the center snap hook to the D-ring on the full-body harness.
Do not attach the leg of the lanyard which is not in use to the harness, except to
attachment points specifically designated by the manufacturer for this purpose.
Do not modify the lanyard to allow more than 6 ft (1.8 m) of free fall.
Do not allow the any part of the lanyard to pass under arms, between legs or around
the neck.
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facilities and project sites (e.g., equipment labeled "ANSI Z359.3" or "EN 358" shall
not be used). Fall arrest equipment shall be used when fall restraint or positioning is
Needed (except as noted in Section 5.4.2).
Personnel in motorized aerial lifts (e.g., scissor lifts, aerial work platforms, JLG lifts)
shall continuously wear a full- body harness with the lanyard securely attached to an
appropriate anchorage point (not the handrail of the aerial lift).
Personnel shall inspect fall protection equipment, including full-body harnesses,
lanyards and D-rings prior to each use.
Fall protection equipment shall be kept clean, in good repair and stored properly when
not in use.
Rescue capabilities shall be immediately available for personnel involved in a fall.
Suspension trauma safety Straps (foot stirrups) shall be provided with each full-body
harness to ensure that personnel involved in a fall can stand up in their harness to
prevent loss of circulation until they can be rescued.
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Chapter III-2, Mechanical and Heavy Equipment. Breathing air quality shall meet
Compressed Gas Association
(CGA)Grade D requirements (Gl 1780.001) and shall be supplied via an SCBA, air-
line cascade system or air- fed hoods with proper particulate/moisture filters and air
temperature monitoring. An atmosphere-supplying respirator shall be used when an
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Personnel shall perform a face seal check to ensure a proper seal prior to every use.
RPE shall be inspected by the user before and after each use.
RPE maintained for emergency situations shall tie inspected at least weekly.
RPE shall be stored in a manner to protect from dust, sunlight, heat or damaging
chemicals.
Personnel shall not use air-purifying (cartridge type) RPE when potential exposure
levels are above the RPE rated capacity or the immediately dangerous to life or health
(IDLH) concentration of the material.
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The Rigger-I or Rigger-ll shall tie physically present and in charge of the operation.
He shall be responsible for explaining the duties of all involved personnel during the
mandatory pre-lift safety meeting. The USER supervisor shall be available at the job
site.
Prior to the actual lift, the Rigger-I or Rigger-ll in charge of the lift shall make a trial
lift to ensure the crane is positioned properly to avoid excessive up and down boom
movement (and telescoping of intermediate boom sections with hydraulic cranes) and
to verify proper rising. The trial lift shall start at ground level, or at the location where
employees will enter the man basket, and proceed to each location where the man
basket is to be hoisted and positioned. The trial lift shall be performed immediately
prior to placing personnel in the man basket. Any repositioning of the crane shall
require a new trial lift.
9.10.2 General
Man baskets shall have a safe working capacity based on a minimum design safety
factor of 5:1.
Factory manufactured man baskets shall meet all applicable Saudi Aramco and/or
ASME fabrication specifications/requirements. The USER may also be required to
submit additional fabrication design information to the Consulting Services
Department (CSD) for review and concurrence, prior to certification by a certified
inspector (Refer to Saudi Aramco Standard Drawings for additional information). A
proof-load test certificate shall be provided to a certified inspector at the time of the
initial certification inspection.
In-house manufactured man baskets shall meet Saudi Aramco fabrication
specifications/requirements. The USER may also be required to submit additional
fabrication design information to CSD for review and concurrence, prior to
certification by a certified inspector. If fabrication specifications/requirements
conform to Saudi Aramco standard drawings, additional CSD review/approval is not
required (Refer to Saudi Aramco Standard Drawings for additional information).
At the time of the initial certification inspection, the USER shall provide a certified
inspector with verification of compliance with Saudi Aramco approved standard
drawings by providing the written proof load test procedures and a proof-load test
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certificate completed, signed, and stamped by a Saudi Aramco approved third party
testing agency.
In-house manufactured man baskets, built after January 1, 2003, in accordance with
Saudi Aramco approved standard drawings, shall tie limited to a maximum personnel
capacity of four. Each worker's total weight, including work tools, shall not exceed
136 kgs (300 Its) or the total capacity of the man basket.
An identification plate shall be attached to the man basket and display the
following minimum information:
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Have the length of the four (4) slings long enough to permit adequate head room
for workmen, while maintaining a minimum sling angle of 45 degrees from the
crane hook; and
Have an approved, self-closing safety latch fitted on the crane hook.
Slings designated for man basket use shall not be used for any other operation/lifting
purpose.
Man basket shall not be used for any purpose other than lifting personnel and their
Work tools.
Hoisting of the man basket shall be performed in a slow, controlled, cautious manner
with no sudden movements of the crane or derrick, or the man basket. Crane operators
shall not lift or lower an occupied man basket at a speed in excess of 30.5
meters/minute (0.5 meters/second -100 feet/minute.)
Cranes shall not travel with a suspended man basket occupied.
Free fall devices shall not be used on a friction or hydraulic type crane hoist during
suspended man basket operations.
The crane operator shall not leave the controls at any time while a man basket is
attached to the hook.
Workers shall only be permitted to work outside a suspended man basket when all the
following requirements are met.
Fall arrest procedures and equipment are approved by the USER and properly
utilized.
The man basket is securely fastened to the structure to prevent movement
All workers are always secured to the man basket and/or structure by the use of
proper fall arrest equipment.
A full-body harness with a double lanyard is used (A full-body harness is a
harness which provides full body support at the shoulders and pelvic girdle.
Climbing or seat harnesses and safety belts are not acceptable equipment.)
One (1) lanyard is attached at all times when transitioning from the man basket
to the working point and back.
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The second (2nd) lanyard is attached before the first (1st) lanyard is released
when moving outside of the man basket;
A ground observer is in attendance at all times and a personnel lift (i.e.,
hydraulic/scissor/telescopic man lift), capable of reaching the height of work,
is in the immediate vicinity when workers are working in this
manner; and
A rescue plan has been developed and approved by the USER and is in effect
prior to beginning the work, if structures limit the ability to place a personnel
lift for rescue purposes (As outlined in above).
Load and boom hoist drum brakes, swing brakes, and locking devices shall be engaged
when the occupied man basket is in a stationary working position.
Man baskets shall have overhead protection when there is an overhead hazard.
Roofing may be constructed of expanded metal to allow visibility for the workers.
A designated signalman shall be used at all times during man basket operations. Only
one designated signalman shall give signals to the crane operator.
The type of communication to be used shall be determined prior to the lift by the
USER supervisor. He shall also provide a full explanation of hand signals to be used,
whether as primary or back-up communication. The designated signalman and crane
operator shall verify that they are familiar with the same set of hand signals. The
signalman shall wear a bright fluorescent vest for easy identification. Radio
communication is preferred, especially in cases where signal relays are required.
If, at any time, the crane operator does not have direct eye contact with the designated
signalman, he shall immediately stop the man basket operation until such time that he
can again see the signalman.
If, at any time, the crane operator does not have direct eye contact with the designated
rigger, then the crane operation must stop.
Each worker inside the suspended man basket shall wear an approved full-body
harness and approved safety lanyard attached to designated locations on the man
basket. Fall protection shall allow a maximum free fall of 1.8 meters (6feet) in the
event a man basket support fails. Workers shall keep all parts of the body inside the
man basket during hoisting and lowering operations.
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Suitable knot-free and defect-free tag line(s) shall be attached to the man basket and
controlled at all times, except when their use may create a greater hazard.
When working less than 1-1/2 fully extended boom lengths from energized power-
lines, a designated signalman shall ensure the following minimum distances are
maintained.
No work shall be allowed within the minimum distances mentioned above, unless the
power lines are de- energized and a Critical Lift Plan has been approved (Refer to Gl
7.028). Local work permit procedures shall be followed when work is performed
within the above-mentioned limits.
Power Distribution Department concurrence is mandatory on all Critical Lift Plans for
work within these minimum distances (Refer to Gl 2.702),
Man basket crane lifts shall not be performed in wind speeds exceeding 25 km/h (15
mph - 13 knots - 7 meters/second) or manufacturer's specifications, whichever is less.
Crane hook suspended air tugger operations shall not be permitted onshore.
The crane shall not be used for other purposes while handling a suspended man basket.
Lift areas shall tie barricaded and secured. Only authorized personnel shall be
permitted inside the barricaded area.
When outriggers are used, they shall be extended or deployed according to the crane
load rating chart specifications. The crane's tires shall be raised completely off the
ground.
Proper grounding shall be performed prior to welding from the man basket. Suitable
electrode holders shall be used to protect workers from contact with any conducting
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component of the man basket. The electrode shall be removed from the electrode
holder when welding operations are discontinued for any period of time.
Man basket operations, performed at night, shall require prior written approval from
the Facility Manager (Refer to Gl 7.028 for other restrictions for night-time crane
lifts).
When a man basket is used over water and the crane is onshore, workers inside the
man basket shall wear approved life jackets supplied by the USER. The USER shall
ensure that all man basket occupants are trained in swimming survival techniques.
Life buoys shall be available at the site of the man basket lift.
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Shade
Shade will reduce radiant solar heat and is a widely recognized control measure.
Shading the work area, rest areas, or equipment or enclosures can significantly
decrease the heat toad.
30.3.5 Work Rest Cycles
Prescribed periods of work and rest are based on specific heat indices and workload
estimates. These prescribed levels are based on the assumption that the work is
repetitive, controlled, and continuous over an eight-hour shift, and that the rest area is
in an environment similar to that in which the exposure occurs
prescribed periods of work and rest are based on specific heat indices and workload
estimates. These prescritied levels are based on the assumption that the work is
repetitive, controlled, and continuous over an eight-hour shift, and that the rest area is
in an environment similar to that in which the exposure occurs.
The splits between work and rest periods are based on the assumptions that the worker
is fully adjusted to the prevailing conditions and that the climate conditions in the rest
area are similar to at the workplace.
As a minimum all workers should take a rest break for 10 minutes for every hour for
workers exposed to direct sunlight or involved in heavy work, hand digging, concrete
pouring etc., the frequency and duration of rest periods
should be increased.
Should the Heat Stress Annex equal or exceeds 54°C then outside work shall be
suspended immediately.
A dedicated weather station will be provided, and appropriate instrument thermos-
hygrometer will be placed at strategic points on site to monitor heat and humidity. A
Station shall be capable of measuring ambient temperature, humidity, air quality, and
wind speed/direction.
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Ensure that only authorized and properly trained personnel will be engaged to
the works.
Ensure that all the personnel engaged to the works have received adequate PPE
as required by this specification.
Ensure the presence and applicability of an adequate Emergency Plan (included
a rescue procedure) for the activities performed.
Guarantee that will be communicated and emphasized the contents of this
specification during training sessions and safety meeting.
Ensure that the characteristics of working environment are adequate at the kind
of activities that will be performed.
Ensure the filling of the Check List attached to the present specification.
Guarantee that is performed an adequate assessment of the risks related at the
tasks that will be performed.
Guarantee that are put in place the prevention measures for reduce the risk level.
Foremen
Is responsible for the following:
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The process followed to manage the manual handling risk will adhere to follow
scheme:
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Ensure that all necessary support, advice and guidance is made available to
Enable this procedure to be properly implemented.
Ensure adequate training to all personnel involved in this procedure.
Ensure that suitable and sufficient inspections and audits are carried out.
Evaluate the effectiveness of this procedure and change amend as is required or
becomes necessary to achieve its purpose.
Advise Project and Site Management of any irregularities or areas of concern
in order to investigate and to implement corrective actions.
Maintain an updated list of Permit signatories and inform all involved parties.
Permit to Work Coordinator (PTWC)
Assure that all work permit signature flows are in place and persons signing
have passed the required Permit to Work training
Verify that the correct work permit is going to be issued for each activity;
Check that all documentation required as job safety analysis is attached to the
work permit.
Assist Project HSE Manager (PHSEM) in all improving activities
Verify and Submit to Site Engineer and PHSEM any condition that can generate
an interference between activities that require PTW in order to receive their
disposition or approval.
Stop some work permit if required by Construction Manager (CM)or Project
HSE Manager (PHSEM).
Cancel all Permit to work within the area during emergency situation according
to the ERP.
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Employees
All employees will comply with the requirements of the Permit to Work Procedure.
Any person found to be in breach of the procedure or deviates from any written
Instruction will be subject to disciplinary action, which may lead to dismissal and
action being taken against the individual under the current local Legislation.
This workflow procedure will be applied during the construction phase of the project
activity through the following steps:
The Originator ask for the Validation of the PTW filling up the PTW form(s).
Including certificates and details showing the equipment, description, location
and date and estimated duration of work.
The PTW Coordinator, verified the completeness of the forms filling, convene
the PTW Coordination meeting.
During the Permit to Work Coordination Meeting, the involved personnel
analyze the general permit status, specifying the safety equipment that will be
used and defines any special applicable Instruction; (Note: The Issuing
Authority should cross check whether all requirements are fulfilled In site
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before signing the permit), identify any potential conflicting activities and
decide the Interferences managing strategies;
The authorized Issuing Authority examines existing permits for revalidation
and supervision and receive notifications of just closed PTW.
the authorized Issuing Authority and FHSEM or his designee validates and
approves the new PTWs and the attached Certificates
The PTW Coordinator distribute copies of new permit to Involved parties to
carry out the defined work task and also required by the contract.
Operator (Operating Authority) carrying out all preliminary checks required by
the Issuing Authority and will sign the PTW to verify that all requirements have
been met and that the work area is in a safe condition for the work to commence;
Performer (Performing Authority) acknowledge the authorization by signing
the PTW, carries out and supervise the works in compliance with the relevant
permit prescription; once completed such activities
Informs the Operating Authority for the last check and acceptance of the area;
The Permit to work is revalidated on dally basis of the validity of the PTW by
the Operating authority, safety office and performing authority before work
starts.
Operating authority notify to PTW coordinator the permit closure for filing and
recording.
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Ensure that Permit to Work is correctly completed (included signatures) and all
relevant controls certificate requests are added.
Permit to Work is properly distributed to the interested parties as indicated;
understand the scope and the details of execution of the work.
Suspend the Permit to Work at any time if the Permit to Work conditions are
not complied with.
Collect the PTWs received by Operating Authority and update a PTW register.
32.5.4 PTW coordination meeting
The objectives of this coordination meeting are:
To provide the overview of all on-going and planned work under the control of
the Permit to Work System.
Analyze the general permit status.
Specify the safety equipment that will be used and defines any special
applicable HSE instruction.
To identify any potential conflicting activities, both geographically (i.e., across
other work) or on a time basis (activities which may start later).
To agree new permits.
To ensure revalidation of existing permits and officially dose the old ones.
The date, time and place (schedule) of this coordination meeting will be defined at
Site by the Construction Manager (CM). As minimum the meeting will be attended
by the Permit Coordinator and the Issuing / Validating Authority.
Further attendees, for example technical support. Contractor and subcontractors,
construction Manager and/ or contractor Field HSE coordinator, Subcontractors HSE
Manager will e present if requested.
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This role will be held by a person with the minimum management level of
Superintendent and will sign the Permit to Work as Issuing Authority.
In this case, the Construction Manager will ensure that there are sufficient signatory's
onsite to fulfil the role of approving the Permit to Work.
Designation will be made in writing and informed to the Field HSE Coordinator,
Permit Coordinator and all relevant permit signatories.
CM maintain, in any case, the responsibility of the appointing the Issuing Authority.
The Issuing Authority of the Permit to Work has the following responsibilities.
To check the presence, completeness and reliability of the submitted forms
To specify the required worksite HSE precautions and controls.
To detail required safety equipment;
To identify any worksite preparation requirements, if deemed necessary.
Approve and authorize the issuing of PTW.
The Operating Authority is responsible for carrying out all preliminary checks
required by the Issuing Authority and will sign the Permit to Work to verify that all
requirements have been met and that the work area is in a safe condition for the work
to commence.
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Check that all signatories have signed the Permit to Work before let start the
job.
Check that Certificates (attached to Permits as required) for Confined Space
Work, Excavation, Grating/Handrail Removal & Open Hole and Electrical
Works are duly signed off by authorized engineers before work commence.
Ensure the necessary checks have been satisfactorily executed before signing
the permit to work.
Ensure that all instructions training has been given to the work party prior to
the work commencing.
Ensure that Gas Test have been completed by an Authorized Gas Tester as
required by the Permit and results properly reported on the Certificate.
Inform the PTW Coordinator/Issuing Authority about any delay or modify in
the work commence respect the planned agrees.
Inspect the worksite periodically to ensure there is no change in condition.
Suspend the work immediately if there is any breach of this procedure or change
in conditions and to notify PTW Coordinator/Issuing Authority for the reason;
Ensure a good standard of housekeeping is maintained during the work and that
all equipment is removed upon completion;
Inform the PTW Coordinator/Issuing Authority of any change in the working
conditions of the surrounding areas in the vicinity of the working area.
Check the area and notify the PTW Coordinator/Issuing Authority upon the
completion of work approving the effective closure of the work and sign for
acceptance.
Note: If is foreseen that there will be more than one area operator, because as the
works progress and as the work activities increase, then the Construction Manager
(CM) may decide to nominate Operating Authorities by discipline, for example
Electrical Operating Authority, Piping Operating Authority, Mechanical Operating
Authority may also be possible to divide the site into different areas as the works again
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progress, so the number of controlled areas increase, in this case Operating Authorities
will be nominated for each additional area.
32.5.7 Performing authority(performer)
The Performing Authority is the person responsible for supervising the work group
carrying out the job according to the requirements of the PTW and will hold as a
minimum the supervisory grade or Foreman.
The Performing Authority is not entitled to start any job without previous approval of
the Permit to Work by both Issuing Authority and Operating Authority
Ensure the work group performing the work is fully briefed (usually by means
of dedicated toolbox meetings, based the JSA attached the PTW and, in any
case, talking about the specific risks of the activity carried out).
Ensure that they have clearly understood instructions given, including the scope
of their activity and the relevant risks.
Using proper tools and equipment for the safe execution of the job.
Ensure the worksite is left in a safe and tidy condition.
Remain at the worksite until the completion of the task.
After signing the Permit to Work the Performing Authority will ensure that all copies
of the Permit to Work are correctly distributed and that a copy is retained and posted
at the work site. In the simplest organizations the Performing Authority can be
represented by the Originating Authority.
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Although there is no direct HSE Authority as permit signatory, there are roles that are
required to ensure that all safety controls are in place.
It is envisaged that for the majority of permits, that this role will be fulfilled by a
Safety Supervisor or Officer whilst carrying out permit audits.
For activities, including Hot Work and Entry Work there will be the necessity for
condition monitoring to be performed as part of the Permit to Work control; this will
be performed by Authorized Gas Testers, and designated Standby persons.
Authorized Gas Tester is responsible for ensuring that the necessary condition
monitoring is carried out within the specified time limits and a record of the results is
marked upon the Permit to Work.
The Authorized Gas Tester will be assigned to verify the testing has been done, will
be nominated by CM and formally trained and competent in carrying out the gas test.
A list of Authorized Gas testers will be submitted also to the Project HSE Manager
and Permit Coordinator.
Before entry, it is necessary to test the atmosphere in the confined space for oxygen
levels, flammability, and/or any contaminants that have a potential to be present in
that confined space and obtain the required "Permit to Work" in order to ensure the
absence of Hazardous Atmosphere as defined in this specification.
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Testing will tie performed by a Competent Person, expert in use of the equipment
which has been approved in such areas.
The testing equipment will be checked (following the manufacturer's recommended
procedures) before each use, to ensure it is working and properly calibrated
Testing of the confined spaces will be conducted throughout the entire portion of the
space that workers will occupy during the entry; this testing will be done without the
use of ventilation systems.
Where the entry is vertical into the confined space, it is recommended that remote
probes be used to measure the atmosphere at various levels; this practice is necessary
because some gases and vapors are lighter or heavier than air and can accumulate at
different levels in the confined space.
Will be also tested outside the confined space to make sure the surrounding air is not
contaminated. If "Test Result "concludes that the atmospheric condition of the
confined space is unacceptable, entry is prohibited until such conditions are brought
into acceptable limits.
Hot work is not permitted if the atmosphere is above 0% LEL.
Work is not permitted if the atmosphere has an oxygen (02) concentration
above 23.5%.
Work is not permitted in areas where the atmosphere is at or above 10% LEL
or hydrogen sulphide (H2S)concentration is at or above 100 parts per million
(ppm).
Confined space entry is not permitted if the atmosphere is at or above 10%
LEL, H2S concentration is at or above 100 ppm or carbon monoxide
(CO)concentration is at or above 1,000 ppm.
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Purging refers to the method by which gases, vapors, or other airborne impurities are
displaced from a confined space.
Entry Supervisor
Make sure that all pre-entry requirements, as outlined on the permit, have been
completed before any worker is allowed to enter the confined space.
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Make sure that all required pre-entry conditions have been met.
Make sure that the rescue team is available for the duration of the activity.
Make sure that any communication equipment which would be used to summon
either the in-plant rescue
Team or other emergency assistance is operating correctly.
Terminate the entry upon becoming aware of a condition or set of conditions
whose hazard potential exceeds the limits authorized by the entry permit.
Before entry begins shall sign the entry permit to authorize entry.
Note: Training required for entry supervisor is confined Space entry (Level 2:
Supervisor) with reference to the training Metrix.
For any activity that require an immediate action in case of emergency and/or
performed in a confined space, a Stand-by man/Fire Watcher' will be assigned.
The key steps of validating, issuing, accepting, and endorsing, of permits is done by
persons who has been assessed as competent.
Permit signatories are those who have had sufficient training and experience and have
been dully authorized as those permit signatories by the construction manager of the:
Permit Coordinator.
Issuing Authority.
Operating Authority.
Receiving Authority.
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Performing Authority.
Stand- by Man/Fire Watcher.
It is essential for example that a signatory fully understands the requirement; the
following table indicates minimum acceptable level for permit to work signatories.
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Where a job involves isolation of equipment, there should always be a work permit
for the job and a lockout and
tag-out procedure should be followed.
A lockout generally involves in:
Stopping all energy flows (for example, by tuning off switches or valves on
supply lines.
Locking switches and valves.
Securing the machine, device or power transmission line in de-energizer state.
Isolation can be Mechanical or Electrical
Mechanical and Electrical isolation may be required to immobilize machinery or to
protect personnel working in electrical equipment; situations involving isolation
including rotating machinery and machinery with moving parts and entry into vessel
which contain stirrers or agitators.
Execution of Electrical de-energization
Electrical isolation should be performed only by a competent electrical engineer
Energization may be required for executing pre-commissioning electrical test. Where
a job involves temporary
energization, there should always be a work permit for the Job and a power on and
power off procedure should be followed:
The padlock has to be provided with a tag reporting:
ID number as recorded in the isolation logbook.
Date and time of lock out.
Name and signature of the individual who installed the padlock and the reason
of the installation.
Warning tags has to be properly secured with wire to the isolation points to
ensure the same does not fall off.
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If the equipment is provided with an electrical isolation facility available on the field
(e.g, start stop botton or other switchgear) then the Competent Electrical Engineer
should attempt electrical start test in the field.
This Is to ensure that the equipment is no longer live and to verify that the electrical
isolation is effective. The Competent Electrical Engineer then, will fit a second
numbered padlock, together with a "Danger; Do Not Operate" tag, to the local
electrical isolation point.
In situation where it is not possible to lockout or chain off an isolating device, isolation
may be accomplished by removal of fuses, disconnection of electrical cables or
physical removal of a component of the system supplying energy to the equipment.
The point of physical interruption will be identified with a dedicated tag.
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If other organizations or individuals working on equipment will also install their locks
and tags at locations have to be fit; in that case, multiply lockout clips (Hasps) will be
used if necessary. When all padlocks will be removed Energization vmII be possible.
The Competent Electrical Engineer will report all actions on the substation logbook
for record purpose.
As a general rule other discipline engineers cannot interfere with any electrical
isolation work to t)e executed inside the substation for safety reasons and notxjdy
(with the only exception of the Competent Electrical Engineer) can take or keep the
padlock keys for their scopes.
Project HSE Manager should hold spare keys for all Lock Outs; this ensures no keys
will go missing, if the Permit to Work Coordinator controls them.
Execution of Temporary Energization.
After receiving the Electrical certification in which the ENERGIZATION is required,
the Competent Electrical Engineer will proceed to energize the equipment.
The following procedure covers the energization for safe execution of the pre-
commissioning electrical tests.
If a padlock and a tag are installed (to show that the switchgear is isolated), the
Competent Electrical Engineer will remove both of them. The Competent Electrical
Engineer will give power to the equipment.
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As soon as the equipment is energized the Component Electrical Engineer will hang
a tag 'IN SERVICE" close to the switchgear.
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If any conditions required by the work permit cannot be met, the permit is to be
withdrawn by the Issuing Validating Authority and the work must not be allowed,
until remedial actions have been taken.
If the work extends beyond the stated validity period, then the permit is to be returned
to the Issuing/Validating Authority and the work suspended until the extension has
been authorized.
he requirement for a Permit to Work inside the Contractor controlled area will remain
at the discretion of the Issuing Validating Authority.
The Permit to Work can be invalidated under any of the following conditions:
Two hours or more pass between the preliminary tests and the start of the work
(the maximum acceptable delay will be anyway evaluated based on the specific
conditions by the Competent Gas Tester).
For gas testing in confined spaces, the maximum time between the gas test and
the entry / work commencement exceeds 30 minutes (the maximum acceptable
delay will be anyway evaluated based on
The specific conditions by the Competent Gas Tester).
The conditions on the permit are not complied with.
Area or unit conditions change, e.g., venting or spillages of hazardous materials
occurred, etc.
Plant fire & gas / emergency alarm is released.
Work is carried over to the next shift; in this case the Permit to Work can be
renewed; the renewal will be done before the next shift is starting its activity.
2.9. Permit Closure
The Permit to Work will be considered closed when the Operating Authority signs the
completion section of the Permit to Work (after receiving the subcontractor
confirmation on the Permit to Work that the work is complete) and the PTW is brought
back to the PTW Coordinator.
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The cleanliness of work area, including the removal of all the work equipment.
he Permits to Work are in A4 format and for visibility purposes, to aid identification
of documents, different colors are used on the border of Permits as per Figure below.
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AUTHORIZATION SIGNATURES
Date Time SUBCONTRACTOR CONTRACTOR CONTRACTOR
Performing Authority Operating Authority HSE
Signature Signature Signature
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Brief the Subcontractor carrying out the work of any adjacent operations that
may impact on the work, the presence of overhead and underground utilities.
Coordinates Subcontractors, in order to avoid works interferences.
Verify the fulfilment by the Subcontractors of all the applicable safety rules.
Briefing personnel doing the work following the safe working practices
required.
Application of any required work permits;
Verify that equipment to carrying out the work safely has been maintained
and certified for use on the project.
Ensure that working area is adequately identified and cordoned by means
of barriers, flashing lights and warning signs.
Ensure that not authorized persons will be kept away from the working
areas.
Notify the Civil Work Superintendent of any unmarked utilities found
Constantly ensure safe access and egress for the working area.
Provide fully equipped First-aid Boxes for each working crew if a site
medical facility is not available.
HSE Representatives:
HSE representatives are responsible for the following:
Monitor the implementation of this procedure.
verify the HSE requirements during site preparation.
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Adequate lighting will be provided for any work scheduled during the hours of
darkness (consideration will include glare factors, working in shadow and
sufficient illumination to cover the area worked).
Work coordination will be implemented in order to avoid or reduce any
interference between Subcontractors.
Use of mandatories Personal Protective Equipment (Hard Hat, Safety goggles.
Safety shoes. Gloves) will Be constantly assured.
Elimination of any possible Fire Hazards (e.g., carrying fuels in approved tank.
engine will be in shut-down during motors/equipment refueling, etc.); each
equipment and/or machinery will be equipped with Fire Extinguisher;
During the Drilling machine transfer and before its positioning, soil stability
will tie verified in advance; safety induction, tool-box and meeting will be held
to all personnel involved in the project.
All the site preparation activities will be deeply described and assessed by a
specific Method statement and a risk assessment/JSA.
34. CONFINED SPACES
The purpose of this specification is detail requirements to be followed during the
execution of the Project, in order to ensure safety during in confined space operations.
This specification applies to all activities involving confine space entries.
Where confined space operations overlap or interfere with live process areas, or other
such hazardous areas, these procedures will be reviewed to ensure continued
applicability.
34.1. Definitions and abbreviations
Acceptable Entry conditions that must exist in a Permit Required Confined Space
Conditions to allow entry and to ensure that employees involved with a
permit-required confined space entry can safely enter into and
work within the space.
Authorized entrant an employee who is authorized to enter a Permit Required
Confined Space.
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Before start any activities, Superintendent and Supervisor in charge of the work shall
carry out the following activities:
Identify the presence of Confined Spaces as above defined in the whole working
area.
Detect the presence of Permit Required Confined Space among the Confined
Spaces previously identified.
Identify the needed permits that are required in the area and arrange for their
emission according to the 'Permit to Work System" Specification annexed to
the Construction Safety Manual.
Ensure the absence of hazardous atmospheres inside the Permit Required
Confined Space through appropriated gas tests and if any manage the risk in a
proper way (aspiration system, ventilation, respiratory protection,
implementation of detailed emergency rescue plan).
Verify necessity of control of energy sources (applying Lockout Tag out
procedures) before any workers enter the confined space.
Verify that an emergency/rescue procedure is put in place and applicable to the
specific task conditions.
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moreover, shall
Ensure that personnel that carries out the work receive clear information about it.
Presence and kinds of Permit Required Confined Space detected.
Any specific risk identified during RA and JSA (especially Permit Required
Confined Space related).
Any adjacent operations that may impact on the work generating risks
Manage every potential hazard risen during the execution of the activity
Manage in according with the client provisions any emergency occurred during
the job.
Ensure that only authorized and properly trained entrant will be engaged to work
in a Permit Required Confined Space.
Ensure that all the personnel engaged to the works have received adequate PPE
as required by this specification.
Perform the filling of the Check list attached to the present specification.
Foreman
Briefing personnel doing the work about the safety requirements contained in
this specification.
Ensure that safety measures identified on the PTW are in place before work
commences.
Provision of equipment that are suitable of carrying out the work safely, have
been properly maintained and are certified for use in the Permit Required
Confined Space;
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Employees
Entry Supervisor
Make sure that all pre-entry requirements, as outlined on the permit, have been
completed before any worker is allowed to enter the confined space.
Make sure that all required pre-entry conditions have been met.
Make sure that the rescue team is available for the duration of the activity.
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Make sure that any communication equipment which would be used to summon
either the in-plant rescue team or other emergency assistance is operating
correctly.
Terminate the entry upon becoming aware of a condition or set of conditions
whose hazard potential exceeds the limits authorized by the entry permit.
Before entry begins shall sign the entry permit to authorize entry.
Before the activities commence will be evaluate the workplace in order to identify the
CS and to determine if any CS are Permit-Required Confined Spaces.
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Training
Specifics training session will be periodically organized to train the workers about
the Permit Required Confined Space' related risks following the below principle:
The training shall establish employee proficiency in the duties required by this section
and shall introduce new or revised procedures, as necessary, for compliance with this
section.
Will be certified that the training required has been accomplished. The certification
will contain at least each employee’s name. the signatures or initials of the trainers,
and the dates of training. The certification will be always available for inspection.
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Hazard Recognition: Each worker needs to understand the nature of the hazard
before entering and the need to perform appropriate testing to determine if it is safe to
enter.
Use of Personal Protective Equipment: Each employee will be taught the proper use
of all personal protective equipment required for entry or rescue, and the proper use
of protective barriers and shields.
Self-Rescue: Each worker will be trained to get out of the confined space as rapidly
as possible without help whenever an order to evacuate is given by the Stand-by Man,
whenever an automatic evacuation alarm is activated, or whenever workers recognize
the warning signs of exposure to substances that could be found in the confined space.
They will also be made aware of the toxic effects or symptoms of exposure to
hazardous materials he could encounter in the confined space. This includes anything
that could be absorbed through the skin or which could be carried through the skin by
any used solvents. They will be trained to relay an alarm to the Stand-by Man and to
attempt self- rescue immediately upon becoming aware of these effects.
Special Work Practices or Procedures: Each worker will be trained all work
practices that are necessary for a Permit Required Confined Space work.
Duties and responsibilities in the hands of the person in charge at Permit Required
Confined Space entrance as defined in this specification.
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Recognition or the unusual actions of a worker which could indicate that they could
be experiencing a toxic reaction to contaminants that could be present in the space.
Any training for rescuers, if the Stand-by Man will function as a rescuer also.
Any training for workers who enter the confined space, if the entry permit specifies
that the duty of the Stand-by Man will rotate among the workers authorized to enter
the confined space.
Testing
Before entry, it is necessary to test the atmosphere in the confined space for oxygen
levels, flammability, and/or any contaminants that have a potential to tie present in
that confined space and obtain the required "Permit to Work" in order to ensure the
absence of Hazardous Atmosphere as defined in this specification.
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Testing of the confined spaces will be conducted throughout the entire portion of the
space that workers will occupy during the entry; this testing will be done without the
use of ventilation systems.
Where the entry is vertical into the confined space, it is recommended that remote
probes be used to measure the atmosphere at various levels; this practice is necessary
because some gases and vapors are lighter or heavier than air and can accumulate at
different levels in the confined space.
Will be also tested outside the confined space to make sure the surrounding air is not
contaminated.
If "Test Result "concludes that the atmospheric condition of the confined space Is
unacceptable, entry Is prohibited until such conditions are brought into acceptable
limits.
Purging refers to the method by which gases, vapors, or other airborne Impurities are
displaced from a confined
space.
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Generally, the needing of ventilation Is higher in spaces with volume lower than
1580 m3, next table regards the minimum capacity of ventilation system related to
the volume of the space.
The atmosphere within the Permit Required Confined Space shall be periodically
tested as necessary to ensure that the continuous forced air ventilation Is preventing
the accumulation of a hazardous atmosphere.
Any employee who enters the space will be provided with an opportunity to observe
the periodic testing required by this specification
Isolation
Necessity of control of energy sources (Lockout/Tag out) will be verified before any
workers are permitted to enter the CS.
This may mean controlling external energy sources to the OS as well as Inside It
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All energy sources, which are potentially hazardous to the workers in the OS, will be
secured, relieved, disconnected and/or restrained.
The objective is to control any situation where the unexpected energizing, start-up or
released of stored energy would cause injury to the worker in the confined space.
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The authorized entrants within the permit space, by name or by such other means
(for example, through the use of rosters or tracking systems) as will enable the
Stand-by Man to determine quickly and accurately, for the duration of the
permit, which authorized entrants are inside the permit space.
NOTE: This requirement may be met by inserting a reference on the entry permit
as to the means used, such as a roster or tracking system, to keep track of the
authorized entrants within the permit space.
The personnel, by name, currently serving as Stand-by Man.
The individual, by name, currently serving as entry supervisor, with a space for
the signature or initials of the entry supervisor who originally authorized entry.
The hazards of the permit space to be entered.
The measures used to isolate the permit space and to eliminate or control permit
space hazards before entry.
NOTE: Those measures can include the lockout or tagging of equipment and procedures for
purging, inerting, ventilating, and flushing permit spaces.
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Special Considerations
Certain work being performed in a Permit Required Confined Space could cause the
atmosphere in the space to change.
Examples of this are welding, drilling, or sludge removal. In these situations, air
monitoring of the confined space should be conducted on a continuous basis
throughout the time of the entry.
If the workers leave the confined space for any significant period of time, such as for
a lunch or other break, the atmosphere of the confined space must be retested before
the workers re-enter the confined space.
Stand-By Man duties
He or she (the Stand-by Man) must keep in continuous, though not necessarily
constant, communication with the entrants and he/she must have received the required
"Stand-by Man Training".
In this way, it is possible to immediately call rescue services if needed.
While acting as the Stand-by Man at a Permit Required Confined Space, these
points must always be followed:
Never enter the confined space, even if he/she sees that the workers in the space
are in trouble. If he/she did, there might be no one left at the scene to summon
help for the others and himself.
Maintain continuous communication with all workers within the confined space.
This may be by voice, radio, telephone, watching them, or any other equally
effective means. If it is not possible to maintain communication with a worker
because of the actual location in the space, arrangements must be made so that
he/she is continuously aware of that worker's location and condition.
Orders to the workers in the confined space to "get out" at the first indication of
the following:
A condition or set of conditions whose hazard potential exceeds the
limits authorized by the entry permit.
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An unexpected hazard.
A toxic reaction which might be recognized by observing unusual
actions in the workers.
A situation outside the confined space which could pose a hazard to the
workers inside the space.
Knows how to summon emergency assistance and the means to do so.
Remains at his/her post. Do not leave, except to save your own life, while work
continues inside the confined space, unless he/she is replaced by an equally
qualified person. If he/she must leave and no one is there to replace him/her,
orders the workers to leave the confined space.
Warns any unauthorized persons not to enter, or tell them to leave if they have
entered.
Ensures that all the persons entering the confined space, have received the
specific Confined Space training.
Note: install a barrier on the entry in order to avoid any entry inside when nobody
work in the confined space and when the Stand-by Man is any more in place (during
night, lunch or whatever).
34.5 Precautions for Emergencies
At least one personnel trained in first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
will be immediately available whenever the use of respiratory protective equipment is
required.
Periodicals emergency drills will be performed in order to ensure the efficiency and
the effectiveness of the emergency measures.
34.6 Records
Adequate records must be maintained for all confined space entries made, including
entry logs, copies of entry permits and results of gas tests.
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All wiring should be located outside the room. All bulbs should be enclosed by a
flameproof glass cover.
110-Volt electrical circuits shall be protected by ground fault circuit interrupts
(GFCI).
"No Smoking" signs will be provided in Arabic and English to all storage areas.
All gas cylinders must be chained or otherwise secured in an upright position.
Flammable substances shall not be stored within 50 feet of cylinder storage areas.
Cylinders shall not be stored at temperatures exceeding 54o C and shall be stored out
of direct sunlight.
Oxygen cylinders should not be stored indoors, within 20ft of cylinders containing
flammable gases or highly combustible materials.
If separating distance is less than 20 ft, a dividing fire rated wall (one-hour minimum
rating) to the height of seven feet shall be provided.
Empty and full cylinders should be stored separately, with empty cylinders being
plainly identified to avoid confusion (labelled EMPTY). Cylinders, which have held
the same contents, should be grouped together.
Color-coding of cylinders; Oxygen Cylinder is GREEN. Acetylene Cylinder is
YELLOW.
35.2
Handling of Cylinders
Cylinders In transport shall be secured In an upright position with the protection
valve caps Installed. Loading and unloading should take place carefully. Cylinders
should not be dropped, thrown, dragged, used as rollers, or as a support No damaged
or defective cylinder shall be used.
All valves must be fully closed before a cylinder Is moved. Unless a trolley or
special carrier Is used, regulators and hoses should be detached from the cylinders.
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If cylinders are to be lifted by crane, specially designed txrttle holders with lifting
eyes should be used. Chain and wire rope slings can allow cylinders to slip. Where a
trolley Is to be used for slinging. Its base should be strong enough to take the weight
of the cylinders. Do not lift with an electromagnet.
Lifting or hoisting compressed gas cylinders will be done only by means of properly
constructed compressed gas hoisting cart. Use of Standard Bottle Carts for hoisting
or slings attached directly to the bottles Is strictly prohibited.
35.3 Inspection of Equipment
Special measures will be taken to ensure equipment is inspected regularly. All
equipment should be examined Immediately before use and regularly maintained. All
welding operations shall be conducted in well-ventilated areas.
Only soapy water should be used to check for leaks. Presence of a leak Is often
Indicated by a hissing sound, or by the nature of the torch flame. Cylinders and valves
should be kept clean. Valve sockets shall be kept free of grit, dirt, oil, or dirty water.
Oxygen and acetylene cutting equipment must be provided with flashback flame
arresters at regulator and torch. Hoses should be kept for one type of gas only and
color coded for Identification. They should be examined before use for any signs of
splitting, which might give rise to leakage. All connections shall be made by crimps.
The hoses used for acetylene and for oxygen shall not be Interchangeable.
Connections and check valves should be regularly examined to detect leakage.
Equipment should be fitted with the correct pressure regulators, and a regular check
should be made to ensure that the regulator is working correctly. The torch nozzle
should be kept tight. An acetylene cylinder valve wrench shall be available at all times
for the cylinder in use.
A friction lighter shall be used as the means of Ignition and should be readily available.
Wherever possible, the cylinders in use should be kept upright on a custom-built stand,
fitted with a bracket to accommodate the hoses and equipment. Unless a recess in the
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head protects the cylinder valve, the metal cap should be kept in place to protect the
valve when the cylinder is not connected for use.
Tools shall be equipped with proper safeguards and used only in applications for
which they were designated. Portable power tools shall be of the double Insulated type
or three-wire grounded type, and shall not be rated or used at a voltage exceeding 125
volts.
Required work permits shall be obtained In accordance with Gl 2.100, when using
hand tools and power tools, however, allow many jobs to be carried out more
efficiently and with greater speed and accuracy.
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)shall be worn at all times when using
hand tools and power tools (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection,
safety shoes, gloves, face shield)
Personnel shall not operate any tools unless they are appropriately trained in their
selection, use, inspection and storage. Training records shall be made available.
Tools constructed of good quality materials shall be used. Use of 'homemade' tools is
prohibited.
Only properly insulated or nonconductive tools shall be used when work is performed
on or near electrical equipment.
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Before they are set down, rotating portable power tools shall be switched off and
held until the rotation has completely stopped. They shall not be stopped by
grasping the rotating assembly.
Power tools shall be disconnected from the power source before changing bits,
blades, cutters or wheels. Portable power tools shall t)e stored in clean and dry
conditions.
Portable power tools shall not be left lying around the work area where they
could be damaged.
Use of the electrical cord for hoisting or lowering power tools is prohibited.
36.3. Pneumatic Power Tools
Only trained personnel will be allowed to operate pneumatic power.
Compressed air hoses shall be the correct size and rating for the tool being used.
Compressed air hose joints (twist lock fittings) shall be secured with proper couplers
and safety wires or pins to prevent the tool and/or hoses from being inadvertently
disconnected. Crimped, clamped or banded connections shall be used to secure
compressed air hoses to fittings/couplers. Screw-type ("Jubilee") hose clamps shall
not be used to secure compressed air hoses to fittings/couplers. Hose lengths shall be
kept as short as possible and placed so they are not subject to damage (e.g., not
crossing active roadways or walkways). Compressed air used for cleaning formwork,
etc., shall be less than 30 psig.
Compressed air systems operating at or above 30 psig nozzle pressure shall have a
relief device and/or air ports installed on the nozzle that limit the nozzle pressure to
less than 30 psig if the air system becomes dead ended (e.g., inadvertently pressed
against an object or person) Compressed air shall not be used to remove dust or dirt
from clothing or individuals. Compressed air hoses shall not tje directed towards an
individual for any reason.
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36.4 Drills
Care should be taken not to drill too large a hole at one time. If this is not done, the
drill may bind on breakthrough, and the torque set up could twist the tool against the
user's wrist.
36.5 Electrical Power Tools and Extension Cord
Protective shields/guards supplied with the tools shall not be removed. Portable
power-driven circular saws having a blade diameter greater than 50 mm (2 inches)
shall be equipped with guards above and below the base plate or shoe.
Protective shields/guards supplied with the tools shall not be removed. Portable
power-driven circular saws having a blade diameter greater than 50 mm (2 inches)
shall be equipped with guards above and below the base plate or shoe.
prong UL listed or FM approved electrical plug. Ground fault circuit interrupters
(GFCIs) shall be used for all
portable electrical power tools. Any portable electrical power tool or extension cord
used in a Saudi Aramco restricted area requires a hot work permit per Gl 2.100.
Extension cords shall:
Be as short as possible.
Have appropriate grounding pins and blades to fit the socket outlet.
Be of three-wire conductor type.
Have plugs and sockets that meet NFPA 70 grounding and polarity
requirements.
Have three prongs and have over-current protection in accordance with NFPA
70 requirements.
Not have two prongs (e.g., no European-style plugs).
Be rated for outdoor use (i.e., have a “W” designation for the insulation/jacket).
If repaired, be spliced so that the splice retains the insulation, outer sheath
properties and usage characteristics of the cord being spliced (e.g., use a
manufactured splice kit).
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36.6 Grinders
Grinding wheels shall be free of defects. They shall be checked for defects before
mounting and defective wheels shall be discarded or destroyed. Wheels shall be
balanced and centered and shall be installed per the wheel
manufacturer's instructions
Grinding tools shall be inspected prior to use and shall be replaced immediately if
found to be defective. Grinding tools shall not be used on soft metals (e.g., aluminum,
brass, cooper, lead, zinc) unless the grinding wheel is specifically designed for such
metals. Grinding tools shall not be used unless the maximum permissible speed is
clearly marked on the wheel and case. The running speed shall not exceed the
maximum permissible speed displayed on the grinding wheel.
Safety guards provided the manufacturer for grinding wheels shall be used and
maintained at all times. Guards shall allow only the working part of the wheel to be
exposed. The guard shall also cover the spindle end, nut and flange projections. The
maximum angular exposure of the grinding wheel perimeter and sides shall not exceed
180 degrees. Safety guards shall be mounted to maintain proper alignment with the
wheel. The guard and fastenings shall be strong enough to retain fragments of the
wheel in case of accidental breakage. Portable grinders may only tie used without
safety guards when the work location makes it impossible to use a grinder equipped
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with a safety guard (e.g., internal grinding inside a small diameter pipe). In this case,
the employee's supervisor shall approve such use, the second handle shall be on the
grinder and used, and the guard shall be immediately replaced afterwards.
Floor and bench-mounted abrasive wheels shall be provided with safety guards (eg.,
protection hoods). Safety guards shall be capable of withstanding the effect of a
bursting wheel. The maximum angular exposure of the grinding wheel periphery and
sides shall not be more than 90 degrees, except when work requires contact with the
wheel below the horizontal plane of the spindle, and then the angular exposure shall
not exceed 125 degrees. In either case, the exposure shall not exceed 65 degrees above
the horizontal plane of the spindle.
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CONTENTS
SECTION 6 ATTACHMENT
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SECTION 1
ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 requires managers of premises to prepare a written
asbestos management plan. The plan should set out how the risks from asbestos are to be managed
and the procedure for ensuring that employees or others do not disturb asbestos-containing materials
(ACMs). The premises ‘Asbestos Register’ should be used to produce this plan.
Here are some terms to be familiarise with:
MMS Asbestos: Policy, Strategy, Arrangements and Procedures
The premises ‘Asbestos Register’.
The register is adequate for the management of asbestos on a day-to-day basis, but it does not list any
asbestos that may be present but not visible. If building alterations are proposed a more detailed
‘Refurbishment and Demolition’ survey may be necessary.
The Project/ Premises Manager must be aware of the contents of this Management Plan
2. RESPONSIBILITIES
Name: Title:
Who is the site Duty Holder?
Name: Title:
Who is the person with day-to-day
operational responsibility for managing
asbestos on site?
Name: Title:
Who is responsible for undertaking the
annual visual re inspection and updates to
the asbestos register for the site?
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How is information about asbestos in Asbestos information is held on the SHINE system including:
Management Surveys
the premises recorded
Asbestos Register
Periodic Reinspection Reports by Specialists
Property Action Plan
What are the arrangements for 1. Local visual inspection on a regular basis (at least annually) by
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How are staff informed and updated on Staff meetings and initial site induction.
asbestos related issues? Including Inform staff about known or potential asbestos materials in their working area
What is the procedure for ensuring that Asbestos information is provided to contactors visiting the site who sign to
contractors and others check the acknowledge they have read and understood.
asbestos register before starting work? Asbestos information to be provided in connection with planned works
How are routine maintenance and Prior to commencement of works the area or areas identified for access are
understood.
competence and obtain copies of risk assessments and method statements for
any works.
For larger construction works normal working procedures would be carried out
Name: Title:
Who is the nominated person that will
event of absence?
What methods are used to make staff Staff meetings followed by School walkabout
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8. TRAINING
1 TRAINING
2. 1
3. 2.
3.
(Training that still remains to be done should be added to the Action Plan).
9. ACTION PLAN
High risk items / major concerns / Remedial action required Target date Date
training requirements. for action completed
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SECTION 2
ASBESTOS REGISTER
▪ A copy of the new “Asbestos Register”. This is a record of information collected from previous records
where the asbestos remains in site(If any.) and a Management asbestos survey of all buildings on the
site.
▪ Areas not checked should be presumed to contain asbestos until proven otherwise. All the areas and
materials listed should be included in a future Asbestos Refurbishment and Demolition survey where
refurbishment and alterations (including rewiring or cabling work) or demolition is planned including
self-financed projects.
▪ All “Revisions to the Asbestos Register” must be updated on the MMS Quality Records of the HSE
system records.
Notes:
1. Materials listed as “presumed asbestos” must be treated as asbestos until analysis proves
otherwise.
2. Areas that were not surveyed due to access being unavailable at the time of the management
asbestos survey must be presumed to contain asbestos materials until proven otherwise. These
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3. The information contained in the new register is held centrally on the MMS Quality Records of
the HSE system records. It is therefore important that details of any changes to the
4. This applies to the discovery of previously unknown asbestos and the repair or removal of
known asbestos. Once updated on the MMS Quality Records of the HSE system records; an
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SECTION 3
ASBESTOS SURVEYS
A copy of the Asbestos Management Survey which contains useful information for use in managing
the asbestos and determining any action required or areas to look at during the annual inspection.
For major refurbishment (including rewiring or cabling work in areas not surveyed) or demolition work
an Asbestos Refurbishment and Demolition Survey must be carried out for the areas to be accessed /
altered. When completed the survey details should be filed in this section. Asbestos Surveys must be
The Overall Assessment Score from the Material Assessment Algorithm based on HSG 264 will be
The two types of survey that are listed in the HSE booklet HSG 264 – Surveying, sampling and
The purpose of this survey is to locate, as far as reasonably practicable, the presence and extent of any
Representative samples are collected and analysed for the presence of asbestos.
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Full access sampling and identification survey’ – This type of survey is used to locate and describe,
as far as reasonably practicable, all asbestos materials in the building and may involve destructive
inspection, as necessary, to gain access to all areas, including those that may be difficult to reach. A
full sampling programme is undertaken to identify possible asbestos materials and estimates of the
volume and surface area of asbestos materials made. The survey is designed to be used as a basis for
tendering the removal of asbestos materials from the building prior to demolition or major
refurbishment. Repairs to the fabric of the building may be necessary following this level of survey.
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SECTION 4
FLOOR PLANS
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SECTION 5
ANNUAL VISUAL INSPECTION RECORDS
Asbestos Inspection Record Sheets – For use by establishments to record details of annual checks to
monitor the condition of known asbestos materials.
As well as the day-to-day requirement to report any damage to asbestos materials the site duty holder
should carry out at least annually visual non-intrusive walk round inspections to monitor and assess
the condition of asbestos containing materials.
Describe, location, material, nature of any damage, what action you are going to take and by when.
Include Photos where possible. Look for signs of disturbance, scratches, broken edges, cracked or
peeling paint and debris. If you have any doubts about what action to take you should seek advice
from an asbestos specialist. Any work you decide to carry out should be recorded with an agreed date
for completion.
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Signed:……………………….
Outcome/Comments
Signed:……………………….
Outcome/Comments
Signed:……………………….
Outcome/Comments
Signed:………………………..
Details of any damaged asbestos discovered during the annual inspections must be actioned by
the party who responsible for arranging and funding work using their delegated repair and maintenance
budgets.
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SECTION 6
ATTACHMENT
NOTICE:
Always be sure to report any damage to materials you know or suspect could contain asbestos immediately. If any work
to be carried out, even of a simple nature, will affect the fabric or structure of the building always be sure that checks
have been made to determine whether any asbestos is present.
The HSE management procedures to be followed to ensure that asbestos materials in MMS Sites and Premises are
managed correctly and safely are held at this establishment.
Check you have read and understood the sites asbestos register.
Report discovery and/or damage to the site responsible person immediately and STOP work.
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JAFURAH GAS PLANT SAPMT
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
FACILITIES (TCF) EXPANSION PKG -6
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1. GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................................... 03
4. RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................................................. 06
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1. GENERAL
1.1 Scope and Objectives
The main purpose of the present Waste Management Program is to provide effective guidance on collection,
handling, transportation, storage, and disposal or recovery of wastes generated on site.
This WMP provides common guidance applicable to all PROJECT activities. However, MMS Company
will manage their own waste under their full responsibilities in compliance with applicable laws and
regulations as well as the general provisions of this plan.
Within this context, all applicable Company standards and requirements are contractual constraints;
therefore, all designated Subcontractors shall be aware of and informed about the above-mentioned
documents.
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2. DEFINITIONS, TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
PM PROJECT MANAGER
EC ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR
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3. REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
The following Saudi Arabian Government Standards apply to this Project and the facilities shall comply
with their requirements.
General Environmental Regulations and Rules for implementation (2012) Presidency of Meteorology
and the Environment (PME)
Environmental Protection Standards Document No. 1409-01 (1982), issued by the Presidency of
Meteorology and the Environment (PME)
“Rules for Implementation of the Regulations for Treated Sanitary Drainage Water and its Reuse”;
Ministry of Water and Electricity (MOWE); Royal Decree No. M/6, dated 13 Safar 1422 [6 May 2001].
Any handling, storage and disposal of radioactive materials shall be performed in compliance with the
requirements of Radiation Protection Standards by King Abdul-Aziz City of Science and Technology
(KACST).
In addition to the above the project shall comply with the following international guidelines:
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[5] G.I. 2.716 Land use Permit Procedure
[6] G.I. 2.718 Contractor Site Allotment Procedure
[7] G.I. 430.0001 Implementation of Saudi Aramco Hazardous Waste Code
[8] G.I. 425.000 Réfrigérant Management (CFC/HCFC)
[9] G.I. 2.717 Procedures and Guideline for Handling PCBs
[10] G.I. 150.000 Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health Aspects of Environmental
Protection Policy
[11] G.I. 150.001 Asbestos Hazard Management
[12] G.I. 150.100 Hazardous Materials Communication Program (HAZCOM)
[13] G.I. 151.006 Implementing the Saudi Aramco Sanitary Code
[14] GI 150.000 Occupational Health Aspects of Loss Prevention Policy
[15] GI 150.103 Ionization Radiation Protection
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[30] Saudi Aramco Materials Instructions: Logistics Inventory & Warehousing
[31] CU-22.03, Processing & Handling Hazardous Material
4. RESPONSIBILITIES
Waste management is the responsibility of all personnel on the project, with overall control and guidance
provided by the Project Environmental Engineer /HSE Manager for the relevant activity or project phase.
Design Contractors, Consultants, Equipment & materials procurement Vendors and Fabrication or other
Sub-contractors are required to demonstrate their own established waste management provisions, which
are then expected to comply with all applicable environmental requirements, good practices and the intent
of this plan.
The PROJECT is executed by MMS Company under the overall direction of the PROJECT Manager.
Hereafter responsibilities of the site key functions concerning the implementation of the present Plan are
outlined for a prompt reference.
Project Manager (PM) has overall responsibility for overseeing that site activities are carried out in
compliance with all applicable environmental requirements, including the provisions of the present Plan.
He shall provide support to site HSE personnel in this regard.
Field HSE Manager (FHSEM) supported by Environmental Coordinator, is responsible for the proper
implementation of the present program (including training activities) and for its update, as needed, he is
also responsible for:
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ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR (EC) SHALL:
Ensure that the environmental requirements are established, implemented and maintained across the site
activities, specifically including:
• Identification and assessment of environmental aspects and impacts, including their review and
updating;
• Environmental objectives, targets and environmental management programs;
• Support FHSEM in reviewing and updating site environmental plans/procedures, when necessary;
• Monitor adherence to the PROJECT environmental Policy & objectives, identifying potential non-
compliances, and providing advice on remedial actions, through environmental audits and
inspections;
• Monitor and verify closeout of corrective actions arising from environmental audits;
• Report periodically to the PROJECT management on the performance of the project environmental
management system.
• Report and update to SAPMT as his point of contact;
• Implement and ensure a correct waste management during project activities;
Each SUBCONTRACTOR has to be considered the producer (originator) of its own waste and is
responsible for managing it. SUBCONTRACTORS are responsible to CONTRACTOR for respecting the
provisions of this plan and are subject to CONTRACTOR supervision.
Class I Landfill: Isolates solid wastes from surface water or groundwater. The site must have a stable
foundation and two impermeable liners with leachate collection and removal systems. Precipitation runoff
from surrounding areas must be diverted away from the site. A Class I Landfill Disposal Site must be used for the
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disposal of Class I hazardous wastes and may be used for the disposal of Class II biodegradable and
chemically decomposable wastes and Class III inert wastes.
Class II Landfill: Must be above the highest groundwater elevation to prevent direct contact of the wastes
with surface water or groundwater.
The landfill site should have a stable foundation and provisions should be made for diversion of runoff. A
Class II Landfill Disposal Site must be used for Class II wastes and may be used for Class III wastes.
Class III Landfill: Provides little or no protection for underlying groundwater. Surface water adjacent to
the disposal site may contact the waste material. A Class III Landfill Disposal Site is for the disposal of
Class III inert wastes only.
• Contractor Will enter into agreement with an approved vendor for management of all kinds of waste
from camps and construction sites. for class I type of waste the chosen vendor will contract with
PME and ARAMCO approved hazardous waste management facility ONLY.
Wastes Classification:
Class I Waste (Hazardous Waste): Wastes, which constitute a high degree of hazard to the public health
and the environment. These include materials, which are flammable, corrosive, reactive, toxic, radioactive,
infectious, carcinogenic, mutagenic or teratogenic.
Class II Waste: (Non-hazardous) solid wastes and dewatered sludge which are biologically or chemically
decomposable in the natural environment. Examples include paper, dewatered digested sewage sludge,
animal wastes, garbage and other putrescible wastes.
Class III Wastes: Non-water-soluble wastes which are not biologically or chemically active in the natural
environment. Examples include glass, wood, inert plastics, rubber products, brick, concrete and clay.
6. WASTE MANAGEMENT
This Section covers the minimization, identification, classification, segregation, storage, handling,
transportation and disposal of the waste material generated during PROJECT activities.
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• Reduce:
✓ Proper planning and ordering of what is needed for the project, not in excess, in order to reduce
wastage.
✓ Order materials in bulk to reduce packaging waste and the frequency of possible spillage.
✓ Suppliers to minimally, but adequately, pack orders to reduce waste volume.
✓ Use of recyclable materials when packing orders to increase recycling opportunities.
✓ Order chemicals in returnable drums.
✓ Seek "buy-back" arrangements with chemical suppliers for return of surplus chemicals.
✓ Procure non-hazardous products where possible.
✓ Substitute with less hazardous materials.
✓ Use of refillable containers for collection of waste fluids such as waste oil, hydraulic oil,
used grease, etc.
✓ Optimize changing of filter systems through regular cleaning and maintenance.
✓ Avoid ordering and using disposable materials such as batteries, plastic cups, etc. Instead,
use recyclable paper cups, rechargeable batteries, etc.
✓ Conserve paper by making double-sided copies, sharing of information via mail, and
avoidance of unnecessary printouts;
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• Reuse:
✓ Use of filters with interchangeable membrane. This will allow the filter body to be reused;
✓ Reuse single sided paper by printing rough drafts on empty side and use them as note pad;
✓ Sending used oil to recycling Company for filtering and reuse.
• Recycling:
Conversion of waste into another (different) usable material, such as the processing of paper,
metal (drums), glass, timber, vegetation, batteries and plastics into new products. Wastes are
segregated in order to facilitate their collection and recycling by licensed/approved recycling
subcontractors.
✓ The potential waste streams for recycling are
✓ Plastic drums and empty plastic containers
✓ Scrap Steel, metal drums, and cables
✓ Lead/acid Batteries
✓ Waste paper & Cardboard
✓ Cooking oil
✓ Timber
✓ Waste lube oil
• Recovery:
Waste recovery refers to the practice of extracting subcomponent materials or energy (e.g. waste oils
processed / burned as fuel source).
Used timber/wood items that are unavailable for reuse or recycling will be routed to the local licensed
companies for recovery as wood chips (potential use in soil).
Food waste is biggest contributor in our skips most of the time. It is largely due to poor food habits. The
Double Pyramid model reinforces the close connection between Healthy Eating and reduced Environmental
Impact
In the double pyramid it can be easily noticed that food placed at the highest nutritional level (at the
bottom of the triangle) have the lowest environmental impact.
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Conversely, food for which a reduced consumption is recommended are also those that have the greatest
impact on the environment. Environmentally, food waste leads to wasteful use of chemicals such as
fertilizers and pesticides; more fuel used for transportation; and more rotting food, creating more methane
– one of the most harmful Greenhouse Gas contributing to climate change. The vast amount of food
going to landfills makes a significant contribution to global warming. Thus, wasting food means not only
wasting money, but also pressure on natural resources.
Most virtual water consumption is hidden and associated with the production of food. For a better
understanding, an example is adequate: throwing out half a hamburger equates to the same water usage as
taking a 60 minute shower.
The food footprint is not just the amount of food you eat (and waste!). It is actually the land, the natural
resources and the energy involved in growing, producing and supplying the food from the field to your
plate. MMS Company encourages all project personnel to reduce the food waste while they prepare their
tray at canteens or order at restaurants to ensure minimum waste of Food.
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source of impact to the environment. The impact is usually a reduction in the quality of air, water, land,
biological resources and ultimately human health.
Throughout the project and asset lifecycle, waste streams shall be identified with appropriate details
(arising, origin and location, physical state, nature and composition, contaminants, pollutants etc., quantity,
frequency, etc.). Proper provision – recognizing this plan, legislative & regulatory requirements, EIA
Report, etc., shall be made for the identification and management of all waste streams.
This Section considers what wastes will be generated during the Project activities and where they will be
generated.
Waste generation during the Project activities is mainly related to:
The definition of hazardous materials is provided by CU-22.03, Processing & Handling Hazardous
Material, which also defines the manner in which these materials should be disposed. These properties will
be exhibited by hazardous or Class I wastes which will pose either a physical or health hazard. These
characteristics are further detailed in below.
Material is considered to be a potential physical or health hazard if it is any of the following:
Combustible liquid
Compressed gas
Explosive
Flammable
Organic peroxide
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Oxidizer
Pyrophoric (capable of spontaneous combustion on contact with air)
Unstable (reactive)
Water reactive
Material is considered to be a potential health hazard if it is any of the following:
Carcinogenic
Corrosive
Harmful to organs
Infectious
Irritant
Mutagenic
Radioactive
Sensitizer
Toxic or highly toxic
Hazardous wastes are related to the presence of vehicles and equipment and to
ongoing activities on site, and may include the following:
• Liquid waste: wastewater from hydro testing (if chemical are added to water), wash and rinsing
water (from the concrete works), used chemicals and used mineral oils, lubricants, waste abrasives,
waste additives (i.e.. used for the concrete preparation), etc.
• Solid Waste: contaminated soils by excavation activity, scrap metals if containing hazardous
substances, welding wastes (slag, fluxes and powders); etc.
• Health care waste.
• Others: drums contaminated with chemicals, compressed gas cylinders, batteries and accumulators,
contaminated absorbents, filter materials, wiping clothes.
Only approved waste management contractors will be used to treat and dispose hazardous waste
(Attachment 1). The Contractor and subcontractor employees involved in waste handling will use
appropriate PPEs while segregating, loading and unloading activities related to waste.
For the purpose of this procedure the following categories of waste are considered to be hazardous waste:
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• Batteries
• Paints, solvents and varnishes
• Used oil and greases
• Used oil filters
• Medical waste (Biohazard waste)
• NDT chemical waste
• Fluorescent lights (fluorescent light tubes, arc lamps sodium and mercury)
• Chemical products and its packages
• Hydro test water (only if it contained inhibitors shall be considered as hazardous waste)
• Sludge from sewage treatment plants / septic tank
• Contaminated Soil.
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Oily Waste / Empty Drums:
This includes all fluids used for reducing friction in internal combustion engines, vehicles, rotating
machinery, etc. All of these oil including waste oil filters, oily rags and shall be collected in properly
market drums for subsequent disposal by an accredited waste disposal contractor. Used oil drum shall be
reuse to put inside oily waste and used oil.
Oily sand:
Contaminated oily sand including oil spill clean-up material shall be collected and transferred to a licensed
waste management facility capable of accepting this type of waste.
Medical Waste:
Soiled dressings: These include soil crepe or cotton, bandages, cotton swabs, plasters, etc. They shall be
handled carefully to avoid the spread of pathogens. These wastes shall be disposed of by incineration.
Used needles and syringes: These are the materials used for injections and sample collection. The needles
and syringes shall be put into a plastic, rigid and dedicated box labelled by Biohazard International Symbol,
and then sent for incineration.
Expired drugs: These are the drugs that are beyond the manufacturer's prescribed life span. They included
syrup, tablets, capsules, etc. These drugs shall be packed in cartons and incinerated by designated medical
waste disposal subcontractor approved by government authorities.
The possibility of having this waste on site is very low as drugs will be inspected regularly and only those
well within their prescribed life span shall be taken on site.
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Hydro Test Water:
The hydro test water which contents chemicals shall be treated as a hazardous waste and when discharged
shall only be disposed after ensuring that it is non-hazardous.
Paint is a generic term covering all types of industrial coatings and most surface protective materials
included in this classification would be oil and water sited paints, spent paint thinner, wood preservatives,
rust preventives and their containers. Thinners and oil sited paints are generally considered as hazardous
because of their ignitability and heavy metals contained. A proper housekeeping and properly use of
materials shall be done in order to reduce at source paint waste generation.
Refuses of paint if it is possible shall be reused in other painting activities; the final paint waste shall be
disposed of as hazardous waste by an accredited waste disposal subcontractor. Records of its disposal shall
be kept throw waste manifest.
Waste batteries:
Lead acid batteries, wet type Lithium and cadmium batteries shall be fully discharged. The batteries shall
be segregated, labelled and transported for disposal by an accredited waste disposal subcontractor.
Contaminated soil/sand:
All efforts shall be made to not contaminate the soil but if it happens, the contaminated soil / sand shall be
scooped, containerized in plastic sacks and transported by an accredited waste disposal subcontractor.
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6.2.2 Non-Hazardous Waste
Municipal Waste are related to the presence of workers at site, connected mainly with the production of
leftover food, kitchen refuse and other non-hazardous waste including drink cans, paper, plastic packaging,
sewage (sludge), etc. classified as Municipal Waste or Assimilates (MA).
Construction wastes like debris from excavation activities shall be reused for the backfilling of the excavation sites. The
backfilling activities are within the scope of work of the subcontractor and shall be regularly monitored by the Contractor.
Municipal waste includes paper, aluminum cans, glass, cartons, kitchen waste, etc. Municipal waste may
also include some recyclable material such as paper, aluminum cans, plastics, glass, metal scrap and printer
toner cartridges.
Moreover, the PROJECT’s activities are connected with the production of the following non-hazardous
waste:
• Glass waste.
• Plastic waste.
• Food waste.
• Sewage (properly treated).
• Offices papers / toner and printer cartridges
• Tyres;
• Scrap metals (including strips of metal, metal supports), pieces of wire, plastic scraps, etc. coming
from the machining and erecting activities (pipes, building and tanks);
• Washed waste wood used during the installation of the foundations;
• Non-contaminated metallic, plastic or wooden packaging;
• Discarded equipment or vehicles (non-hazardous parts);
• Non-contaminated construction materials (concrete, brick, asphalt, etc.) classified as inert;
• Non-contaminated soils (soil handled during earthworks or excavation activities, etc. classified as
inert.
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6.3 Waste Segregation, Storage and Handling
Segregation is the physical separation of waste materials, according to their general physical and chemical
nature.
All of the waste produced on site shall be segregated at source and stored in appropriate skips or other
containers in a centralized waste area.
The segregation of different waste streams is a pre-requisite for implementing good waste management
practices. The principles of segregation apply to the collection, transport, storage, and
reuse/recycling/disposal of waste.
Wastes will be collected as they accumulate, and in any case at the end of each working day, and will be
stored in adequate skips/containers as per the following practical criteria:
• Wastes from different sources must not be mixed, unless it is certainly safe to do so;
• Don’t dispose solid waste directly in the soil;
• Separate skips/containers should be provided for each recyclable and non-recyclable waste;
Segregate container for hazardous and non-hazardous waste shall be provided. The Contractor and
subcontractor employees involved in waste handling will use appropriate PPEs while segregating, loading
and unloading activities related to waste.
Waste Segregation
Waste segregation system will be in place across the project sites and contractor’s color coding system will
be implemented for different kinds of waste at the sites for easy identification. Workers will be given
training on the proper implementation of waste management plan through tool box talks, campaigns and
class room lectures from time to time in order to understand the importance of waste management and the
elements of sustainability.
The waste skips and bins will be designed accordingly and it will be ensured that all recyclables are
segregated and sent to recycling facilities.
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WASTE SKIP COLOUR CODE WASTE CLASSIFICATION SKIP CONTENTS
SCRAP METAL
All scrap metals, metal savings, uncontaminated metal
A
(NON HAZARDOUS) cans and tins, metal wires, damaged slings, etc.
INDUSTRIAL WASTE
Cutting Discs, Hardened Cement bags, concrete spoil,
B
damaged field joint sleeves, excess PU foam, glass,
(NON HAZARDOUS)
wood, etc.
Waste collection skips are generally large volume metal bins that may be loaded and unloaded from the
back of waste collection vehicles. Such skips are mainly used for the collection of solid non-hazardous
wastes that will include:
Waste collection skips of sufficient volume and numbers will be provided at the waste storage/collection
center and within the construction work areas.
Skips provided on site will be prominently identified as to their content (classification) in English, Arabic,
and in languages understood by the workforce.
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WASTE COLLECTION BIN:
Waste collection bins/containers are generally plastic bins or metal containers smaller in volume. Such
bins and containers will be provided in sufficient quantities within the construction work areas, including
temporary facilities such as kitchen, camps, site offices, medical center and workshops.
• Hazardous wastes shall be clearly labelled and identified with incompatible materials segregated
from each other.
• Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) shall be readily available at the storage area to inform the
personnel regarding the precautions to be taken when handling, transporting and disposing these
hazardous waste materials.
• Domestic waste including food waste (bins to be provided with plastic lining and cover).
• Medical Clinic from medical clinics (containers to be provided by licensed contractor who will be
also collect medical waste).
• Used oil and chemicals
Waste Storage
Adequate storage centers, for both non-hazardous and Hazardous waste generated during the construction
and pre-commissioning phase, to be provided within the construction site and temporary facility area.
The following requirements shall be implemented.
• Temporary (daily) storage / collection points will be located away from Main construction activities
and chemicals to prevent the ignition / fire.
• Firefighting equipment will be provided in close proximity to the Storage/collection areas.
• Sufficient number of skips and barricaded areas will be provided at Places of waste generation to
facilitate safe and environmentally sound Temporary storage prior to collection and transfer to
centralized waste Areas. All containers and barricaded areas to be clearly marked, According to
contents.
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• Centralized waste areas to be clearly marked as such, and the Method of construction and waste
containment will ensure that waste Is stored safely and not accessible to vermin.
• The storage area will be readily accessible to collection vehicles.
• The storage area will be of adequate size and capacity to accommodate the required number of
containers, consistent with the Waste generation routine and collection schedules.
• Containers and storage areas will be cleaned on a regular basis.
• Waste material will be removed to the disposal site at the earliest Opportunity to prevent inventory
buildup.
• Storage/collection centers to be located away from main construction Activities to prevent ignition
/ fire.
• An impermeable dike (bund), with a volume of at least 110% of the Largest tank or container to be
stored, will be constructed around the Waste oil and chemical storage area to contain leaks and
spills.
• Hazardous waste storage areas will have spill containment system and be protected to avoid run-
off to and from the storage area.
• Perimeter cut off drainage may be constructed to contain leaks, spills and run off;
• Firefighting equipment will be provided in close proximity to the storage/collection center.
• Chemical and hydrocarbon absorbent materials will be provided to clean up spills and leaks.
• The Spill kit will be inspected at least every month for their contents and an updated inventory will
be maintained.
• Sufficient number of skips or other adequate containers will be provided for the collection of the
different types of waste identified.
• Containment curbs will be maintained around the loading and unloading area.
• Containers and storage tanks to be constructed from a suitable/compatible material, to permanently
contain the hazardous waste, and will have an identification label.
• Storage facilities to be inspected regularly for leakage.
• Storage facilities for volatile substances will be enclosed.
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• Hazardous wastes will not be stored in the storage areas for more than 90 days. In the event that
this period is extended, then Company permission will be sought prior to exceeding this time;
• At the expiry of the storage time limit, the material will be transported/removed to a suitable
hazardous waste management facility;
• Hazardous waste containers for transport will be appropriately marked and labelled;
• Handling, storage and transport of hazardous waste will be tracked.
• Suitable sized Emergency Wash station and Emergency Shower will also be installed in near
vicinity
• An inventory of off hazardous material will be managed
Waste Handling
The following requirements shall be implemented for the handling of the wastes from construction and
pre-commissioning activities.
• Waste will be segregated at the source, in accordance with the agreed classification system, and
collected on a daily basis;
• Waste to be collected in appropriate bins or containers for transport to centralized waste areas;
• Waste bins / containers / barricaded areas to be identified by signage in English and in languages
understood by the workforce;
• Only Company approved waste collectors will be engaged to collect waste from Centralized Waste
Areas for offsite transport to approved facilities:
• Waste accumulated in Centralized Waste Areas will be removed, collected and disposed of on a
regularly basis;
• Waste collection vehicles and skips will be purpose-designed to prevent waste being strewn onto
public roads and fluids flowing into open public drains. All skips to be covered for offsite
transportation;
HAZARDOUS WASTE
• The nature of the hazardous waste collected will be prominently indicated on the outside of its
container;
• All containers containing hazardous waste will be marked
• Medical waste will be sterile and collected in containers provided by licensed Contractor. Medical
staff will keep a log of all medical wastes removed from the construction site;
• Waste collectors and workers handling hazardous waste, including chemicals, will be adequately
trained in the potential hazards;
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• Hazardous waste, such as waste oil and chemicals, will be removed and collected from the
construction site within a period of not more than 90 days from the last collection day.
• In addition to the above, bold warning signs in English and Arabic will be posted on the container;
• MSDS sheets are provided to the approved waste Contractor and will brief collector/handlers on
the potential hazards;
• Waste collectors/handlers will wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as face
shields, impermeable clothing and gloves, and chemical resistant safety shoes, if required due to
the properties of the hazardous waste;
• Waste oil to be properly collected and disposed of through a licensed waste operator.
ESTIMATED
WASTE TYPE DISPOSAL TREATMENT
QUANTITY (m3)
Saudi Aramco Reclamation OR
Metal, Equipments, Valves,
Non Hazardous POD Service Centers OR 500
Flanges, Pipe cuttings, etc.
Recycling
Waste Manifest Form, as enclosed in Attachment 2, will accompany all waste consignments from the site
to the disposal destination.
The Environmental Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the Waste Manifest Form for all waste
consignments leaving the site are completed.
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In the Waste Manifest Form, a full description of the waste, its chemical composition, the process from
which it originated, the containment details, the total quantity being transferred and any other relevant
information will be provided.
The Environmental Coordinator will ensure that the Waste Manifest Form is signed by FHSEM, or his
nominee, and is given to the person collecting the waste for transport, who will also sign the Waste
Manifest Form.
The Waste Manifest Form will accompany the waste during transport.
Three copies of each Waste Manifest Form are required:
The transporter should try to obtain a signature at the disposal facility. This will indicate that the waste
was received at the designated site. However, a representative of the disposal facility may not always be
present.
Regardless, the receiver is to return Copy 4 to the facility countersigned at a minimum by the transporter,
verifying where he has disposed of the waste.
At the end of each month, a summary of all Waste Transfer Notes for all waste generated will be submitted
to Company through Monthly Environmental Reports (Attachment 5).
The Environmental Coordinator will not release the waste if there is concern about the standard of
segregation, transport or destination of the waste.
No waste will be disposed of or removed from the construction site without the knowledge and approval
of the Environmental Coordinator.
In the event that any hazardous waste is required to be exported, permission shall be obtained from local
authority.
If possible, the Environmental Coordinator will, on a timely basis, conduct an inspection of all waste
disposal sites used by the project to dispose of waste streams. A report detailing the findings and
recommendations of the inspection will be forwarded for review.
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The Environmental Coordinator will ensure that waste management facilities and recycling companies are
permitted and licensed, and that facilities are designed, constructed and operated in accordance with
relevant Kingdom of Saudi Arabia legislation.
All potential recycling, treatment and disposal options will be verified prior to implementation, and will
include consultation with Company.
Method of Collection
Residential and construction wastes will be transported to disposal areas in vehicles equipped to minimize
windblown debris.
Contractor will promptly clean up all spillages and waste lost from the vehicle on route to the disposal site
as reported in the document Pollution Contingency Plan.
Hazardous waste containers will be collected and transported in a manner which minimizes environmental,
fire, and explosion hazards and worker exposure. Transporting vehicles will be properly marked and
drivers shall carry the appropriate documents including a Waste Manifest describing the nature of the waste
transported and its degree of hazard.
All vehicles and containers will be designed to prevent the release of transported liquid and solid wastes.
Drivers will have specialized training related to the handling and disposal of their cargo and carry on board the
relevant CHB/MSDS documents. Safety and fire prevention equipment and a telephone number to contact in an
emergency will be provided on the vehicle.
Unloading of solid waste shall be confined to as small an area within which equipment can safely and efficiently
operate.
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Unauthorized Dumping:
Provision will be made to restrict access and dumping of unauthorized material. This includes the
overboard dumping of construction debris.
Incompatible Wastes will not be placed in common cells, tanks or containment areas. Exceptions to
this include the intentional combination of certain hazardous wastes to achieve neutralization and
detoxification by qualified waste management personnel.
Wastes generated during the construction phase of this project will largely be comprised of concrete
spillage, timber, steel/Pipe cut-offs, packaging wastes, and construction/sanitary wastewater. Additionally,
there will be office wastes such as used paper, printer ink cartridges and toners, and food wastes along with
the general mixed garbage generated from the construction-camps established throughout the construction
phase of the project.
However, there will be portable toilets at construction sites as well and therefore sewage tanks would be
installed from where approved Waste Management company will collect the raw sewage for further
disposal to community treatment Plants .
Sanitary wastewater shall not be commingled with industrial wastewater or storm water collection systems.
In Attachment 3 are reported the limits for effluents discharge.
Sewage and free liquid will be collected through underground pipes and a suction pump system within the
Office TCF and not disposed to landfills or land farms.
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8. INVENTORY, RECORD KEEPING AND REPORTING
When additional waste streams are identified, the Environmental Coordinator will be consulted to ensure
that an appropriate storage and disposal options are identified and implemented.
The Environmental Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that the Wastes removed from the
construction site during the construction phase will be controlled by an inventory system, the records of
these inventories are retained and maintained on a quarterly basis or whenever a change occurs.
Waste removed from the site during the construction phase will be controlled by:
In accordance with CONTRACTOR Standard, the Environmental Coordinator, shall prepare a quarterly
environmental Report (Attachment-5)
Each subcontractor shall complete and submit to the Environmental Coordinator a Monthly Environmental
Report containing the information of the above-mentioned Form in order to account all waste produced at
the site.
A meeting with subcontractors shall be held in order to present the CONTRACTOR environmental data
collection program and agree how to implement it in the PROJECT.
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The Environmental Coordinator will review progress against objectives and targets, in order to identify
areas of improvement and on a monthly basis will conduct an inspection of all temporary waste storage
areas.
ATTACHMENTS
ATTACHMENT 1: COMPANY APROVED WASTE CONTRACTORS LIST
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ATTACHMENT 2: WASTE TRANSFER NOTE
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ATTACHMENT 3: EFFLUENT DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS
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Pretreatment Wastewater Sanitary WWTPs
Parameters Units Discharge to Discharge to Discharge to Wastewater
Government Marine Evaporation Ponds for Reuse
WWTPs Environment
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ATTACHMENT 4: CHEMICAL REGISTER (HAZCOM)
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ATTACHMENT-5: ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTING
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