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Before the contractors arrive on site it is important for the site manager to give some time to planning the site layout no matter how large orsmall as there are a number of important considerations. In any project it is important that sufficient time is allocated to planning the safetyarrangements that will apply on site well before the site is in fact mobilised. This is to allow for vetting of contractors, checking methods ofworking, completing on site surveys to check for services and/or contamination.

Of particular importance is the allocation of sufficient resources to manage H&S on site. This includes having a site manager and a supervi-sor in place but also a H&S adviser for the significant sites to ensure that ABB’s min standards are maintained throughout the lifecycle untilfinal completion and handover. The ILO standards “ Safety and Health in Construction” represent the default minimum requirements.

Method statementsMethod statements shall be provided by all contractors incl ABB in respect of their work activities. They shall contain the following as aminimum:

■ description of the work activity

■ location

■ hazards and risks expected duration of the work

■ risks associated with the work

■ safety control measures required including PPE required

■ supervision required.

SecurityOn any ABB site security of the site is an important issue. It is important wherever it is practicable to erect some form of site fencing (2 m) orbarrier. This is to try and ensure that unauthorised persons are kept out of the site. It also discourages theft of tools and/orequipment.Suitable signage should be erected e.g. Construction Site –Keep out. Authorised Persons Only

Control of visitorsA consequential requirement of the need to ensure that the site is reasonably secure is the need to control visitors and contractors whocome on to the site. In the case of visitors they need to:

■ Sign in at the gate/security post

■ Receive a site induction in respect of site rules, fire and emergency arrangements

■ Be issued with a site visitors badge/ID

■ Be accompanied throughout the visit.

■ On completion of the visit return to the gate and hand in the visitors badge.

Fig 1 - Example of Site Layout

A - Car Park and Compound

B - Construction Area

C - Pedestrian crossing point

D - Material StorageA

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ContractorsAll contractors employees shall receive a detailed site induction in respect of the site rules that shall cover as a minimum the ABB require-ments on site in respect of:

■ Prohibition of alcohol and drugs on site

■ Requirements for personal protective equipment on site

■ Requirement for work permits for high risk activities

■ Fire and emergency procedures

■ First aid and medical facilities on site

■ General welfare arrangements on site.

■ Site security requirements - including the right to stop and search.

■ Incident reporting requirements

■ Near miss and hazard reporting arrangements.

■ Disciplinary matters on site

■ Stoppage of work.

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Site layoutThe layout of the site can make for a safer site in terms of the day to day operations. This will ensure that as far as possible risks areminimised in respect of the following:

■ Layout of general means of access to ensure wherever possible that pedestrians are separated from vehicle movements.

■ One way traffic circulatory system where this is practicable.

■ Location of offices and general welfare facilities including first aid station.

■ Location of storage and material lay down areas.

■ Storage and segregation of waste.

■ Provision of relevant signage and lighting.

Personal protective equipmentPersonal protective equipment will need to be provided for all persons on site including contractors and visitors. It shall include as aminimum:

■ Safety shoes or boots

■ Safety helmets

■ Overalls

■ High visibility clothing

Additional PPE will be required in respect of specific hazards and adequate provision shall be made based upon the control measuresidentified by the risk assessments. It shall include:

■ Full harnesses for working at height where working platforms cannot be provided

■ Gloves

■ Eye protection

■ Respiratory protective equipment-advice may be required from H&S adviser regarding correct type.

■ Hearing protection.

■ arc flash protection for authorised persons in respect of electrical work.

Existing site hazardsThe H&S plan shall have identified at an early stage what site hazards may be expected. They shall include identification of any or all of thefollowing:

■ possible presence of asbestos or other hazardous materials

■ contaminated ground or equipment

■ identification of underground services including gas, water, electricity, telecoms, and sewage.

■ presence of overhead lines and the need for warnings and notices

■ information in respect of any structures or equipment that may be in poor condition.

■ if mobile cranes are to be used on site then information about the ground conditions and the presence of underground cavities etc.

Site establishment checklist

Site documentation■ construction phase H&S plan

■ risk assessments & method statements (documented safe method of working)

■ incident register

■ site rules

■ site inspection checklists

Communication■ telephone connection

■ mobile phones

■ Radios

■ site notice board

■ local emergency contact numbers-fire and ambulance.

Welfare■ supply of drinking water

■ toilets and washing facilities including soap and towels

■ changing facilities and storage of clothing

■ storage of personal protective equipment

■ first aid and medical facilities

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Security■ site security arrangements including gate control

■ security cameras-CCTV

■ site fencing

■ safety barriers

■ site lighting

■ secure storage areas/facilities for equipment and tools

■ PPE for visitors

■ vehicle parking area

Signage■ traffic flow

■ speed limits

■ first aid

■ fire and emergency requirements including evacuation and assembly area

■ PPE signage (head, eyes/face, hearing, respiratory, hands, feet)

■ High visibility clothing

■ High voltage area

■ Site safety notice board

Emergency equipment and procedure■ fire detection

■ fire alarm

■ fire fighting equipment

■ spill kits

■ medical emergency equip including electric shock

■ a site emergency procedure shall be drawn up to include the following:

■ what to do in the event of an emergency

■ who to contact and tel number

■ where to go and assemble

■ roles of key personnel

The emergency procedure shall be posted in all key areas and shall be briefed to all persons during the site induction.

Waste■ facilities for disposal

■ waste receptacles for special i.e. hazardous waste

■ suitable facilities/receptacles to be provided to enable recycling of paper, metal etc.

Site Safety RecordsThe following minimum site safety records should be retained for the period of the project until final completion and handover has beencompleted.

■ construction phase H&S plan in respect of the work packages being undertaken;

■ risk assessment for the works being undertaken to be supplied by ABB exporting country and also contractors;

■ method statements or equivalent for activities being undertaken on site;

■ copies of relevant safety data sheets;

■ accident and incident register/record;

■ inspection reports in respect of plant and equipment;

■ emergency procedures including tel nos of emergency services;

■ H&S statistics to include man hours worked;

■ training records in respect of key equipment e.g. cranes, fork lift trucks etc.