Contractor Safety Program

2454, Media Zone Authority Abu Dhabi is committed to a safe and healthy work environment.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Trainer:Naeem Iqbal – iDipSenior Advisor - HSEQNEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA CertifiedCertified Trainer, IMS Auditor

Introduction2454 recognises its moral and legal responsibility to provide a safe and healthy work environment for employees, contractors, customers and visitors.

This commitment extends to ensuring that the organization's operations do not place the local community at risk of injury, illness or property damage.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Permit to Work (PTW)In order to get a PTW, you must submit your Safe Work Method Statement, Risk Assessment, Competency Certificates for First Aider, Scaffolder, Welder, and PAT (Portable Appliance Test) Certificate for power tools.After the above documents are reviewed and approved, then PTW will be issued

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Permit to Work (PTW)

2454 allows confined space entry with a separate permit only, and risk assessment shall be carried out prior to commencement of work.Hot Work may require the disabling of part of the Fire protection system to prevent false alarms. (Contractor will bear any costs of false alarms)

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Training of employees

Contractor shall ensure that daily toolbox talks & training is carried outTraining record such as attendance and photographs shall remain on site

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Site RulesAreas need to be left clean and tidy at the end of each work period.Noise is a hazard in many circumstances and should be kept to a minimumTools, materials and equipment should not be left in public areas.No utilities (power) should be can be used after permission is granted.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Site RulesAll work must be carried out in a safe manner.No hazardous material can be stored on siteChemical with MSDS can be stored in designated area Proper ventilation must be provided when chemical is stored on siteLockout & Tagout must be followed for energy control

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Site RulesAll ladders and scaffolds shall remain with a latest inspection tagUse of cartridge tools to be done by trained employees

All moving, mechanical, lifting plant and equipment shall remain with Third Party Test Certificates as required by statute

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Emergency ProceduresDisplay building evacuation plan on site at suitable location, communicate the same to the site workers, maintain record on siteTreat every alarm as real unless warned of a test situation.Fire system coverage can only be disabled after notification.Assembly point exists outside the building on left side (“EMERGENCY ASSEMBLY POINT”)Take direction from security staff member present in lobby.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Emergency ProceduresDisplay following emergency numbersNearest hospital, police station, and civil defenceSite First Aider Site Safety OfficerSite EngineerSite SupervisorProject Manager

Provide sufficient portable fire extinguishers (PFE)All workers shall be trained safe use of PFE and record maintained on site

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Hazard ReportingAll hazards should be reported to site supervisor.In cases of immediate danger, STOP WORKand have the hazard dealt with.Hazards can be reported using the Good Catch Form.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Incident & Injury ReportingA documented procedure for the reporting of all accidents, incidents and near misses, as required by RIDDOR.All incidents and injuries must be reported to site supervisor/engineer/project managerNotify 2454 of the incident or injury on site immediately

An on going record of all accidents, incidents and near-misses.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

First AidFirst aid kit shall be arranged according to AD EHSMS Standard.Certified First Aider is mandatory to be present on site at all times. Work injuries need to be dealt with following your company procedures

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Personal Protective Equipment

2454 is not responsible to supply PPE to contractors and their employees.Contractors are required to identify where PPE should be used and ensure that all employees use the supplied PPE.PPE should be kept in good working order or be replaced if damaged.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Welfare FacilitiesWelfare facilities e.g. rest areas, washrooms, drinking, & dining rooms must be provided by contractor if it is not provided by 2454.No food shall be consumed on siteFood if to be stored on site, shall be refrigerated

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Restricted AreasRestrictions are in place to reduce the risks to employees, contractors, clients and the public.All areas other than your site is restricted area. Entry is by prior arrangement only.Toilet facilities access, check with security on site

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Security and Access

Site access can be granted after permit to work is issued after necessary documents such safe work method statement, risk assessment, competency certificates comply with 2454 policy and contractor’s safety guide

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Waste Management

All site waste must be disposed of immediately and debris storage is not permitted

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.

Final Note

2454 reserves the right to have it’s staff stop any activity that is deemed to be a risk to the safety of the staff, clients, public, or the building.

This is a brief orientation, for complete assistance refer to

2454 contractor safety booklet.