HSE MANUAL · 2019-11-04 · Ensuring that HSE objectives are known and understood at all levels of the Project organization, by establishing effective communications throughout

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TITLE: HSE MANUAL

HSE MANUAL

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TITLE: TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

1.0 Health, Safety And Environment Policy ............................................................. 3

2.0 Goals And Objectives ........................................................................................ 4

3.0 Management Organization Chart .................................................................... 6

3.1 HSE Organization Chart .................................................................................... 6

4.0 Safety Organization Roles And Responsibilities ................................................ 8

5.0 Orientation Of New Employees ...................................................................... 18

6.0 Frame Work ................................................................................................... 19

7.0 Safety Rules Enforcement Procedure .............................................................. 20

8.0 Trainings / Meetings / Awareness .................................................................. 22

9.0 Job Safety Analysis/Evaluation ....................................................................... 25

10.0 Job Site Inspections ........................................................................................ 35

11.0 Accident / Incident Investigation And Root Cause .......................................... 39

12.0 RISK ASSESSMENTS .............................................................................................. 44

13.0 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ............................................................. 46

14.0 Work Permit Procedures…………………………………………………………………………... 51

15.0 General Safety Guidelines .............................................................................. 69

16.0 WASTE MANAGEMENT ...................................................................................... 114

17.0 HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROCEDURE ................................................................. 125

18.0 WORKING IN HOT WEATHER / HUMID CONDITIONS ................................................. 126

19.0 FIRST-AID & MEDICAL SERVICES .......................................................................... 132

20.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURE………………………………………………………………………………..143

22.0 Journey Management System……………………………………….......……………..…….149

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TITLE: Health, Safety and Environment Policy

1.0 Health, Safety and Environment Policy

MJEPS management acknowledges their responsibilities ensuring their

employees, client's employees, subcontractors and other third parties enjoy

safe and healthy working and living condition and protecting the environment.

We define the following objectives in support of the fulfillment of our

obligations.

Implement measurable goals for promoting continual improvement towards zero Accident Incidents and the protection of Health, Safety and Environment.

Recognize the importance of the on-going involvement and commitment of management and employee in the health, safety and environment.

Assuming preventive rather than retroactive measures. Providing opportunities for educating, training and promotional

activities for all our employees to enhance HSE consciousness, discipline and practices.

Ensure that employees & sub-contractors comply and practice HSE in accordance to the company, clients and government policies and standards;

Closely monitor the state of well-being and safety of all our employees and the public.

Documentation, Inspection and Audit by using procedures that clearly instruct personnel on safe working practices.

Maintenance of equipment, machinery, tools and vehicles to a guaranteed safe working condition and implement appropriate, documented maintenance.

Complying with International and Local regulations concerning the classification and operation of equipment, vehicles, tools, procedures and personnel.

Mohammed Al-Jarallah Equipment’s & Petroleum Services W.L.L is responsible and committed to the health and safety of people and protection of the environment & firmly believe this commitment adds value to their customers and employees.

Chairman

Mohammed Al-Jarallah Equipment’s & Petroleum Services W.

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TITLE: GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

2.0 Goals and Objectives

The goal of MJEPS is accident free completion of the project and the HSE objectives during operation phase are as under

The highest standard of Health, Safety and Environment Protection are

recognized by MJEPS as criteria for good performance in the same

way as Quality, Cost Control and Productivity. HSE standards will be

measured constantly throughout the duration of the contract in a similar

way as Quality, Cost Control and productivity.

The responsibility for identifying potentially hazardous aspects of the

Project rests with all individuals involved in the design, engineering,

construction, commissioning and operation of the Project.

Each member of the Project Management Team will aim to ensure that

the Project HSE Plan is adhered to by

Complying with the minimum requirements stated in the HSE Plan and

any additional guidance or instructions provide by MJEPS's

management & Client's management.

Bringing to the attention of appropriate personnel any feature, which

could affect the safety of installations, to enable all reasonable

precautions to be taken to eliminate or minimize its effects.

Ensuring as a minimum, that the individual responsibilities under

current and proposed legislation are understood and complied with.

Ensuring that HSE objectives are known and understood at all levels of

the Project organization, by establishing effective communications

throughout. Supporting the HSE objectives by clear strategies based

on continuous improvement of goals that enhance the management of

HSE at all both of the Project i.e. lifting & logistics operations.


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TITLE: GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

In particular, the HSE objectives during the lifting & logistics services

phase are

To comply with all applicable Health, Safety and Environment

Regulations, relevant to the local Regulations and standards as

required by the Contract.

Identify all potential hazards associated with the execution of the

Project, and to develop prevention, control and mitigation measures to

eliminate or minimize harm to people, damage to plant or equipment,

or adverse impact on the environment.

The Project HSE objectives are reached by

Setting HSE targets and monitoring HSE performance through

statistical indicators. Motivating personnel at all levels on HSE issues

and communicating clear commitments.

Also verifying HSE performance by, monitoring that each activity is

performed in accordance with the specified procedures complete with

all control and recovery measures in place.

Investigate accidents/incidents and dangerous occurrences with the

final objective to prevent recurrence.

Monitor that health conditions in the workplace meet all the applicable

laws and standards.

Ensuring that suitable Programs and safe working procedures are in

place for MJEPS's work force.

The main Safety objective for MJEPS's personnel and workforce during

lifting & logistics operation is to achieve no loss of life or property

damage resulting from an accident as stated in this plan.


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TITLE: MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION CHART

3.0 Management Organization Chart


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TITLE: SAFETY ORGANIZATION CHART

3.1 HSE Organization Chart


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TITLE: SAFETY ORGANIZATION ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

22.0 Safety Organization Roles and Responsibilities

4.1 MJEPS Management

MJEPS Management shall be responsible for overall administration of Health,

Safety and Environment Programs throughout the Contractor personnel.

Every 6 months the safety review meeting shall be conducted.

In a meeting, most of the MJEPS top-level management member shall

be present.

Decision from this meeting shall be final.

Any correction to the HSE Management system shall be reviewed in

this meeting.

Any implementation regarding HSE Program shall be finalized in this

meeting.

4.2 Project Manager

Project Manager is responsible for overall administration of Health, Safety and

Environment Programs throughout the Contract. Project manager shall be

responsible for the development and implementation of the safety, health and

environmental programs of the project. Assist the Project engineers and all

supervisory personnel are doing safe practices.

The duties and responsibilities of project managers for the site, but not limited to:

Review minutes of weekly / Monthly safety meetings.

Investigate accidents with a team to take suitable measures to prevent similar accidents in future.

Monitor commissioning & installation, Maintenance operations at job sites for Compliance with corporate and client's policies.

Act as a consultant on safety matters for all departments and project sites.

Assures that the Subordinates have a thorough understanding of their HSE responsibility.


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Establishes controls to assure uniform performance in compliance with Health Safety and Environment Program element.

Motivates the Organization to result in the maintenance of high quality HSE on all construction, / work site.

Ensure that safety practices are not violated even at the cost of progress of job. Conduct safety award function to promote awareness to workers and others at site.

Evaluate and report directly to corporate management in safety related

issues.

To procure or arrange for the necessary personal protective

equipment’s (PPE).

If any work found unsafe he has full right to stop the work unless it is rectified.

4.3 HSE Manager / Coordinator

Formulate, Develop, Establish the company health, safety and

environmental policies, rules and regulations, programs and

procedures in consistent with the Government Standards, Clients and

Corporate goals.

Coordinate company efforts in the uniform implementation of the

MJEPS and Clients rules and regulations.

Continuously maintain health, safety and environmental awareness,

orient and train employees and other relevant parties on the safe work

practices, procedures & rules and regulations.

Install and institutionalize the approved company health, safety and


procedures.


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Periodically review and update the manual and taking into

consideration the company’s experience in implementing it to assure of

its continuous effectiveness.

Recommend to management amendments, supplements and the like

that shall improve the plan.

Conduct inspection and audit, studies, researches and the like relative

to health safety and environment and make reports.

Secretary, corporate Health, Safety and Environment Committee and

manage the department.

Recommend suspension to all health, safety and environmental

regulation violators in the company. Stop the operation in cases where:

1) Any danger of the employee, Clients and Clients properties or MJEPS

company property.

2) No approved Clients work permits in the site. Perform other related

Health, Safety & Environment jobs

4.4 HSE Engineer

The Project Safety Engineer's responsibilities for the site include, but not limited to

Conducts weekly / monthly safety meetings with engineers to discuss

the various unsafe action and conditions at the site.

Arranging for the site safety committee.

Prepare a safety plan for the Project.

Install / institutionalize the approved company health, safety and


procedures.

Report directly to the Project / Division Manager.


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Liaise closely with the HSE Coordinator / Manager.

Administer in assigning the Safety Officers.

Administer in implementation of MJEPS and Clients Health, Safety &

Environmental rules and regulations, standards and procedures in the

company.

Conduct Health, Safety and Environmental awareness, orient, train

employees, and other relevant parties on the safe work practices,

procedure and rules and regulations.

Periodically review and update the manual and taking into

consideration the company’s experience in implementing it to assure of

its continuous effectiveness.

Recommend to the safety Coordinator / Manager the amends,

supplements and the like that shall improve the manual and procedure.

Conduct inspection / audit, studies researches and the like relative to

Health, Safety & Environment and submit report.

Assist the corporate Health, Safety & Environment Committee.

Recommend suspension to all health, safety and environmental

regulation violators in the company.

Stop the operation in cases where:

1) Any danger of the employee, Clients and Clients properties or

MJEPS company property.

2) No approved Clients work permits in the site.

Prepare the reports according to the company and client requirement

such as monthly, weekly, waste manifest report etc...

Perform other related Health, Safety & Environment jobs.


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4.5 Safety Supervisor / Officer

The Safety Supervisors shall assist the Safety Engineer by ensuring that the

provisions of the HSE Plan and other HSE related requirements are correctly

complied with MJEPS personnel in working area.

The Safety Supervisors general responsibilities, but not limited to:

To identify and appraise the potential safety, fire, health and environmental

hazards in the site and recommend corrective / preventive measures.

Advising the Safety Engineer of any necessary required actions to improve

working and living conditions in the field under their individual

responsibility. Report directly to the Project Manager.

Liaise closely with the HSE Engineer and Coordinator.

Administer in the implementation of MJEPS and Clients health, safety and

environmental rules and regulations, standards and procedures in the site.

Investigate all work-related accidents, incidents, near miss and public

incidents and public incidents in the site involving company properties as

deemed necessary.

Recommend suspension to all health, safety and environmental regulation

violators in the site.

Stop the operation in the cases where:

Any danger of the employee, Clients and Clients properties or MJEPS

company property.

No approved Clients work permits in the site.

Conduct daily and monthly health, safety and environment inspections.

Conduct and facilitate the health, safety and environment training,

orientations and meetings.


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Prepare material requisition for personal protective equipment’s and first

aid medicine and facilities and monitor the issuance.

Conduct research and studies regarding the improvement of health, safety

and environment.

Maintain a permanent record of all injuries and damages assess accident

trends and review over all safety performance.

Prepare and submit consolidated health, safety and environment reports to

the Clients and MJEPS Corporate Safety Department.

4.6 Sub-Contractor Engineer / Supervisor

Ensures that Supervisor conducts daily toolbox talks with work crawl.

Ensure that the supervisor provides appropriate topic or discussion and

initiates follow-up response to safety concerns addressed during these

meetings.

Investigates all incidents and accidents, maintains adequate records of

relevant data, and complies the required reports.

Ensure that all required notices, posters and other related literature is

properly displayed for employee information.

To conduct the inspection of job site, noting/reporting all unsafe acts or

conditions to the responsible Craft Supervisor and Engineer to take

corrective action.

Recommends, selects relevant standard of personal protective equipment

to purchase and also ensures that all personnel are wearing the necessary

PPE at the site.

Daily observation of job site.


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Promoting of HSE awareness program.

Coordinates to prepare the monthly HSE reports and safety statistics.

Involve in preparing Job safety analysis during any critical activities.

Maintaining the fire extinguishers availability.

4.7 Engineers, Supervisors and Foremen's

Organize the site personnel to carry out the work in required standards

and regulations to minimize the risk to equipment and individuals and

accident free project

Provide necessary sign boards, barriers related with work activities.

Be familiar, implement the proper safe work procedures, and work permit

requirements.

Give precise instructions on responsibilities for correct safe work methods

to the worker.

Ensure that all near miss and accidents shall be reported and investigated

Familiar and implement the Clients and MJEPS Fire and Safety, and

Health, Safety Environment rules and regulations and procedures.

Cooperate with the Client personnel's, MJEPS corporate safety and safety

officer’s findings and recommendations for corrective action and act on it.

Conduct health, safety and environment inspection in respective area.

Set personnel example on site by wearing appropriate protective

equipment at all times.

Plan and provide good housekeeping to maintain healthy environment.

Conduct daily Toolbox meeting pertaining to work activities to meet the

risk associate with and mitigate the risks.


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Comply with Daily Equipment checklist and vehicles Checklist and check

the Tools so that they are maintained in good working condition.

Maintaining the fire extinguishers.

Contacting monthly site safety committee meeting.

Ensure and monitoring that the appropriate personal protective equipment

is available and worn by the works.

Nominate Safe worker for the selection of Safety Man of Projects.

4.8 Technicians / Workers

Wear personal protective equipment and clothing provided at all times.

Use the correct tools and equipment for the job.

Report any accidents, Near miss and danger occurrences or hazardous

conditions to immediate supervisor.

Comply with safety, warning signboards and posters.

Workers shall not undertake task (or) job they do not understand. They are

encouraged to always ask questions about safety procedures of specific

work assignment that are unclear to them.

Workers shall work in accordance with all accepted safe work practices

and standards.

Workers shall attend in all job site health, safety and environment meeting

and awareness classes.

Workers shall comply the MJEPS Fire & Safety and Health, Safety

Environment rules and regulations and procedures.

Maintain Good House Keeping practices


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4.9 Subcontractor

The Project Management Team has overall responsibility for Subcontractor.

The Subcontractor and Project management Team of the Contractor is

responsible for the following,

Implementing and enforcing the requirement of the Project HSE Plan and

procedures and regulation as they apply to scope of work.

Ensure that the subcontractors are using the appropriate equipment and

materials for the safe execution of his scope of the work.

Co-operate fully with the Project Team.

Develop and implement Project Specific HSE plan where required

Ensure employee attendance all appropriate safety tool box talks and

training.

Conduct safety meeting for supervisors and employees according to the

Project HSE plan.

Subcontractor shall under no circumstances put any of his own employees

at risk or jeopardize the health and safety of any employee of other project

participants working on the project.

Subcontractor shall post safety signs, posters and banners at work areas

promoting safety and informing workers of dangers and hazards

associated with the work.

Comply with the project substance abuse policy for alcohol & drugs.

4.10 Subcontractor Safety Plan

Subcontractors will be required to produce safety plans for their parts of the

works on a Project. The safety Engineer / Officer will be responsible for

ensuring these are submitted and approved before the Subcontractor stats


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work on the project. The safety plan shall name the appointed safety

representative who will represent the subcontractor concerning all safety

matters. Where considered necessary, all safety representatives shall attend

safety meetings chaired by the MJEPS project Safety Engineer / Officer

4.11 Subcontractor Safety Practices

Sub-contractors shall be required to comply the Clients & MJEPS Health,

Safety and Environment rules and regulations and procedures.

4.12 Subcontractor HSE Evaluation Form

As per the MJEPS Subcontractor HSE Evaluation Form shall be evaluated &

verify by project Management Team and HSE Representative. The Safety

Manager / Engineer will be responsible for ensuring subcontractor HSE

evaluation form full fill by subcontractor and these are submitted and

approved before the Subcontractor stats work on the project.

Subcontractor Evaluation form available in Annexure -5 of this document.


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TITLE: ORIENTATION OF NEW EMPLOYEES

22.0 Orientation of New Employees

The Company has a safety orientation Program for new employees arrived to

the company before assigning them for any work. The objectives of this are

to:

Attending all new employees HSE Induction Training programs.

Stress the importance of safety.

Teach employees how to recognize hazards and avoid accidents to

prevent loss to personnel as well as property.

Contribute to developing the Project's safety.

Guide workers to exercising safe work practices and conditions

This safety orientation program is designed in such a way as to allow it to be

supplemented by any requirements deemed necessary by the Client's own

Safety orientation requirements.

Apart from MJEPS's above mentioned Safety Orientation, all the relevant

Engineers / Supervisors / Foreman/employees will be subjected to Client’s (as

applicable) Safety Orientation and Site Safety Orientation by MJEPS Site

Safety Organization before assigning them for work by safety engineer/safety

supervisor and records to be maintained. Attached format


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TITLE: FRAME WORK

22.0 Frame Work

General outline of the HSE system and program are as follows.

6.1 HSE System

6.1.1 Planning

Risk assessment (job safety analysis).

STOP (Safety Training Observation Program) System.

Safety procedure to work.

PPE

6.1.2 Implementation and Operational Control

Safety Induction.

Toolbox talk.

Training program.

Display of safety Signboards and bulletins.

6.1.3 Checking and Corrective Action

Work permit.

Checklists

Weekly safety meetings

Safety Inspection and audit.

6.1.4 House Keeping

6.1.5 Accident Investigation Procedure

6.1.6 First Aid

6.1.7 Emergency Response and Evacuation plan

6.1.8 Safety Statistics


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TITLE: SAFETY RULES ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURE:

22.0 Safety Rules Enforcement Procedure

A Project Safety Committee combination of Project Manager and Safety

Engineer and Safety Officer shall be responsible for enforcement of Safety

Rules and regulations at site. The disciplinary action for non-compliance and

rewards for good safety performances.

7.1 Disciplinary Action Procedure

The persons commit offences of non-compliance with Safety Regulations,

MJEPS's

HSE Plan/Safe Working Procedures, Safety Requirements and Procedures;

they will

be subjected to the following disciplinary procedure.

First Offence – Verbal warning A verbal warning will be given to the offender and the same will be noted in

his personal file. The warnings will include a clear explanation of the

corrective action required to avoid such a recurrence and the consequences

should a second offence by committed. Information regarding the offence

shall be forwarded to safety coordinator.

Second Offence – Written warning A written warning will be given to the offender with a copy forwarded to safety coordinator / Manager at corporate and the copy shall be kept in his personal file. The written warning will include a clear explanation of the corrective action required to avoid such a recurrence and the consequences should another offence be committed.

Third Offence – Disciplinary action

A person commits a third offence despite the previous warnings given, he will

be subjected to disciplinary action. This action will include suspension,

termination or any other measures warranted by the circumstances of the

offence


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TITLE: SAFETY RULES ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURE:

7.2 Safety Disciplinary Committee

A safety disciplinary committee comprising of the Project Manager, Safety

Engineer and Safety Officer will convene on special cases where stringent

disciplinary measures become necessary. And the recommendations shall be

forwarded to safety coordinator / Manager at corporate for action.

7.3 Safety Award Schemes

MJEPS Management has the Safety Award Schemes to encourage their

Employees individuals to achieve high safety standards to accident prevention

throughout the Site.

It is proposed to recognize Safety Achievements during various

Milestones i.e. One Million – Two Million – Three Million etc. man- hours

worked without a recorded lost time accident.

MJEPS Safety Engineer and Safety Officer will recommend Safety

Awards to the individuals in accordance with their performance in HSE

policies and regulations of the Client and Company


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TITLE: TRAININGS / MEETINGS / AWARENESS

22.0 Trainings / Meetings / Awareness

8.1 Safety Induction Program

Before entering to the job site all employees shall attend Safety Induction

Training, which is conducted by Safety Personnel Subject shall be the

application of HSE rules and procedures to the hazards of current work. The

following are the general safety Induction discussion topics,

❖ Scope of work

❖ Introduction of MJEPS key personals and Project details

❖ Description of work area and the client’s safety standards (about cell

phone, smoking...etc.).

❖ Gate pass and other pass requirement.

❖ Defensive driving and requirements of permissions inside hazardous

area.

❖ Personnel protective equipment.

❖ Work permit system (Hot work, Cold work etc.)

❖ Availability of first aid boxes and clinic and introduction of first aiders

❖ Accident / Incident / Near Miss reporting procedures

❖ Materials Safety Date Sheets Details (MSDS)

❖ Hygienic and Health Safety

❖ Emergency response plan


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8.2 Toolbox Talks

Daily toolbox talks shall be given at work location before starting work.

Before tool box talks general discussion shall be made with site in-charge,

Project Manager, Planning Engineer, Lead Engineers for all discipline about

the day’s plan and type of work to be executed. For execution, types of

permit required for the work, method of statement to execute safe work,

hazard analysis and risk assessment to be discussed.

Site safety officer shall attend the toolbox talks conducted by the Line

supervisor/ foremen to the subcontractor and workers to check the

knowledge of the employees at site regarding safety. Duration of the toolbox

talks should be for10 minutes, but particularly for hazardous operations it

may require extended team talks

The evacuation assembly points shall be indicated in case of emergency

such as fire, or toxic gas release etc. Emergency contact numbers shall be

explained to all employees, so that in case of emergency safe actions can be

taken immediately. All toolbox talks shall be signed and recorded.

8.3 HSE Meetings

❖ Weekly safety meeting shall be conducted in the site office along

with supervisor and engineers.

❖ Project Safety representative shall preside such meeting and can

review the observations.

❖ Discussion regarding accidents, new employee Induction,

training requirement shall be carried out.

❖ Latest information related to site inspection shall be discussed.

❖ Plan for the next week work related to execution and its

necessary precautions shall be discussed.

❖ The minutes of such meeting shall be recorded.


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8.4 Training Program

Apart from safety Induction specific training programs shall be given to the work

force depends upon their nature of their job. Most the training will be in house

training. Training program shall be conducted depends upon the project and the

contract requirement. Site key person shall maintain the training matrix for the

workforce and subcontractor workforce. Refer Attachment 3 for the typical training

matrix.

Also Site key person shall arrange third party institution for any special training.

The HSE training and courses mentioned below shall be conducted for specific

projects or as described in the contractual documents, but not limited to,

❖ General safety at site.

❖ Basic First Aid

❖ Working at height

❖ House keeping

❖ Defensive driving for drivers

❖ Multi gas & H2S monitor awareness

❖ Polluted Soil Management

❖ Environmental Management

❖ Accident and Incident Analysis

❖ Permit to work Procedure

❖ Excavation

❖ Job safety analysis

The frequency of above shall be once in a year and documentation showing name

of attendees, subject, date / time of trainings and names of trainer shall be

maintained.


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TITLE: JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS/EVALUATION

9.0 Job Safety Analysis/Evaluation

Job safety analysis is the procedure for review job methods and find out the hidden hazards to implement the safe working procedure to prevent the accident.

9.1 Advantages of Job safety analysis

❖ Giving individual training in safe, efficient procedures.

❖ Making employees safety contacts.

❖ Instructing the new person on the job.

❖ Preparing for planned safety observations.

❖ Giving pre-job instruction on irregular jobs.

❖ Reviewing job procedures after accidents occur.

❖ Studying jobs for possible improvement in jobmethods.

9.2 Procedure for Selecting Job

The selection of job to be analyzed should consider the following factors.

❖ Frequency of Accidents

The greater number of accidents associated with the job shall be given

priority.

❖ Rate disabling injuries

Every job has had disabling injuries shall be given a job safety

analysis.

❖ Severity Potential

Some jobs may not have a history of accidents but may have the

potential for producing severe injury.

❖ New Jobs Changes in equipment or in processes obviously have no

history of Accidents, but their accident potential may not be fully

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9.3 The steps of Job safety analysis

❖ Break the job down into successive steps or activities.

❖ Identify the hazards and potential accidents associated with each steps

of the activities.

❖ Develop the job safety procedures to eliminate the hazards and

prevent the accidents.

When breakdown the jobs into steps avoid to making the breakdown so detailed that unnecessarily larger number of steps results.

9.4 Identifying Hazards and potential Accidents

The purpose of Job safety analysis is to identify all hazards and potential

accidents are connected with the job procedure. Each step of the job

procedure shall be made safer and more efficient, so that the following factors

shall be considered.

❖ Danger of striking against, being struck by or making harmful contact

with an object.

❖ Possibility of employee is caught in, by or between objects.

❖ potential slip or trip, possibilities of employee fall on the same level or

to another.

❖ possibilities of strain caused by pushing, pulling, lifting, bending or

twisting

❖ Environment hazardous to safety or health, ex.concentration of toxic Gas, vapor, mist, fume, dust, heat or radiation


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9.5 Developing safe work procedures/recommend action

The developing solutions for identified hazards /potential accidents shall be the following principals,

❖ Developing new way to do the job

❖ Change the physical conditions that create the hazards

❖ Change the work procedure

❖ Reduce the frequency of the job

The job safety analysis required for the some of the job activity as

The some of the activities and the job safety analysis are follows,

Safety Precautions/Recommended

1 Action 1 Activity 1 Potential hazards

Civil Works

1) Excavation

Damage to underground

services (Cables, Gas & Oil

pipes and utility services,

surrounding objects/facilities )

(a) . Identify it by existing drawings.

(b) . Use proper Tools

(c) . Maintain safe distance. (d) . Effective Supervision


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Soil Collapse

(a) Remove Excavated soil minimum 0.5mtrs

away from edge of excavation.

(b) Adopt shuttering (or) slope, Steps &

Shoring methods as required.

(c) Maintain safe distance for equipment &

vehicle movement by proper barricade and

warning signals.

Falling into Excavated

trench

(a) Provide necessary signboards and barriers.

(b) Provide proper access & ladders for in and

out of the excavated trench.

(c) Provide necessary flashlights.

(d) Provide proper crossovers.

Activity Potential hazards Safety Precautions/Recommended

Action

Mechanical Works

1) Sand Blasting

Wrapping & Coating

Inhalation of particles

(Eye/nose /ear /skin

irritation)

(a) Wear P.P.E.

(b) Use Respiratory Protection (C) Provide

Ventilation

High pressure

(a) Inspect the equipment prior to use.

(b) Inspect hose & connections.

(c ) Supervision/Training.


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2 )Lifting, Lowering

&Positioning of

Pipes into Excavated

trench (using lifting

tools & cranes )

a) Pipe falling down due

to failure of slings, belts,

shackles & crane etc.

a) Timely Inspection of lifting tools

b) Comply with Daily crane inspection

Checklist.

c) Provide third party inspection certificate

for crane & slings, belts & shackles.

d) To be provided valid operator

equipment license

e) Wear hand gloves.

f) Provide trained competent signalman.

g) Check soil conditions.

h) Guide the load by using taglines.

b)Lifted Pipes struck the

nearby personnel

a) Keep safe distance from the lifted pipe.

Provide proper supervision.

b) Area shall be barricade for identification.

Provide qualified rigger and Banks man

c) Eye Injuries due to

flying metal particles.

a) Wear safety goggles

b) Proper mounting of pipes.

c) Adequate Training to rigging

personnel's

d) Wear Hand Gloves



Grinding works

a) Eye injuries due to

flying particles

a) Wear face shield.

b) Provide screens as required

b)Wheels bursting

a) Proper mounting.

b) Guarding.

c) Wear hand gloves.

d) Skilled manpower.


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c)Electric shock

a) Inspect the tools, cords &

connections. Remove defective tools.

b) Servicing done by authorized

personnel only. Grounding

d)Cloth caught

a) Avoid loose clothing.

b) Guards

c) Training

Cutting Fire

a) Remove combustible material from the area.

b) Maintain good house keeping c) Provide Fire Extinguisher nearby d) Training of usage of fire extinguisher. e) Provide fire resistant screens. f) Arrange fire hose with water

Welding & Cutting a) Fire

a) Remove combustible material from

the area. Maintain good house

keeping

b) Provide Fire Extinguisher nearby

c) Training of usage of fire extinguisher.

d) Do not store and handle combustible

material near to welding & grinding

works.

e) Comply with daily inspection

checklist for equipments & vehicle.

f) Arrange fire blanket and fire hose

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b)Burn Injuries

a) Wear P.P.E. b) Provide screens whenever required.

c)Exposure to

ultraviolet and infrared

radiation

c) Wear proper P.P.E.

a) Provide Screens

d)Eye injuries a) Wear necessary P.P.E b) Provide screens. c) Wear face shield

e)Electric shock

a) Confirm equipment daily inspection checklist

b) Inspect electrode holders c) Proper earthling

Usage of Compressed Gas

cylinder

High Pressure

d) Valve should be protected by Cap

when not in use.

e) Kept upright position.

a) The cylinder should have hydro test

dated stamped.

b) Cylinder should be color coded and

name should be mentioned.

c) Maintain the regulators and valves in

good conditions.

d) Inspect the Hoses and Connections.

e) moving cylinder with trolley

f) use proper P.P.E

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Action Activity Potential hazards

Fire

a) Provide flashback arrestors.

b) Proper Storage

c) Storage area should have adequate

fire protection facilities.

d) Use portable fire extinguisher

e) Provide warning & sign boards for

storage area.

f) Inspect the hoses and connections

g) Maintain good housekeeping.

h) Storage area should be kept away

from other combustible materials.

i) Storage area no smoking

TESTING ACTIVITIES

Dye Penetrant Test

Skin & Eye Exposure towards the DP

material

a) Use of approved DP materials

b) Proper supervision.

c) Apply DP along the direction of wind

d) Wear PPE.

e) Use Trained Personnel.

Radiography Test

Damages to body

tissues/ skin towards

radiation

a) Usage by trained personnel

b) Keep safe distance depends on the

strength of source(curie)

c) Display warning boards & signs

d) Barricade the area(safe distance).

e) Work permit

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Hydro tests

High pressure

(a) . Provide required safety valve.

(b) . Provide manual pressure release valve.

(c) . Monitoring the gauge during testing and

temperature rise during hot sun

(d) . Comply with the test pressure in the

specified period of time.

(e) . Keep warning signs and provide

necessary barriers.

(f) . Calibration of the equipment

(g) . Adequate supervision.

(h) . Work Permit.

Working in hot/ humid weather

condition

Heat Exhaustion, Heat stroke.

(a) . Provide sufficient cold water at regular Intervals. (b) . Provide salt tablets or alternate. (c) . Scheduling the jobs. (d) . Provide frequent breaks. (e) Awareness of safety precautions shall be done in tool box meeting. Additional control Methods for Heat Stroke. (a) Provide cold packs. (b) Cool the body.

Stacking of pipes

Sliding / colliding

(a) Provide proper side supports.

(b) Maintain adequate clearance between each

row.

(c) Fence the area.

(d) Restrict the personnel.

(e ) Provide warning signs/boards.

Transportation

Falling of pipes (a) Use standard wedges.

(b) Secured tie-up.

(c ) Provide training to driver.


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Over mentioned is only guidelines, the concern project safety engineer/super

shall make required as per the requirement of projects.

The following requirements shall comply,

1. The work shall perform with required work permit & display.

2. Conduct regular toolbox meeting at site.

3. Practice daily housekeeping.

4. Use P.P.E. all times.

5. Report near miss /incidents/accidents/fire/dangerous occurrence


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TITLE: INSPECTIONS / AUDIT AND PROJECT HSE COMMITTEE

10.0 Job Site Inspections

The job safety inspection shall be conducted at site, on regular basis, for the

identification of areas of potential risk or safety concern and have even on the

spot decision on the corrective actions in case of urgencies.

Project Manager / Safety Engineer shall make a safety check of the work area

regularly as per the requirement of corporate safety regulations and client

safety regulations.

Project Safety Engineer / Safety Supervisor and sub-contractor Safety

Engineer / Safety Supervisor of the related area shall make daily inspection of

the work area. The inspection shall be routine, planned, and designed to

include communications with specific people in the work place, in addition to a

visual site check.

Job Supervisors / Foreman shall make daily inspection of their work areas for

the specific purpose of correcting unsafe acts or hazardous condition. The

required corrective action shall be communicated through ‘corrective action

request’ or if immediate action required, the same be communicated verbally

for the compliance. The result of regularly planned inspections may be used

for setting goals for future improvements.

These inspections may make use of detailed checklists, developed for each

item such as electrical facilities, first aid facilities, excavations, scaffolding, fire

prevention, personal protective equipment, training, hazardous material

handling, house-keeping, hand and power tools, maintenance practices and

machine or equipment guarding etc. The progress on action plan developed

based on the inspections shall be effectively monitored. (See attachment

Daily safety officer’s inspection checklist)


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10.1 HSE Audits

An audit is a systematic evaluation and review of operations and practices to

ensure that relevant requirements are met. Safety audits are a structured,

methodical assessment and evaluation of all aspects of the Contractor safety

program which is designed to identify the strengths as well as the

weaknesses and reveal to management and the employees where and how

they could and should make improvements to the HSE management system

and programs. The Company shall be notified in advance of all planned audits

and shall invite them to participate in these audits. Audit follow up inspection

& audit corrective program shall be conducted.

The basic goals of an audit are,

❖ Verify health and safety activities comply with company policies and state

regulations.

❖ Identify problems and hazards

❖ Act as report cards on the success of occupational health and safety

programs

10.2 Audit Procedure / Process

Audit preparation,

❖ Issue Notification of audit

❖ A detailed audit schedule shall be disseminated to all parties

❖ Confirm audit date and time

❖ Communication between auditor and area to be audited immediately prior

to audit

❖ Audit area to ensure all records, documents, procedures and personnel

available.

❖ Auditor review all past area audits and corrective action recommendations


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10.3 Execute Audit

On-site audits require three main actions. They are

❖ Interviews with facility personnel who have key roles in developing or

implementing safety management systems.

❖ Review documentation that defines safety system records or verifies

completion of critical to MJEPS. These to MJEPS may include emergency

preparedness; hazard identification, control and monitoring; and safety

education and training.

❖ Field assessment of the facility or equipment. Here, the assessment

might include verification of implementation of safety practices. For

example, are only certified welders performing hot work (welding)? Do

they have hot work permits?

10.4 Audit Report

❖ Identify any immediate hazards and corrective actions

❖ Documentation of corrections made during the audit should be made on

the audit checklist.

❖ Conditions that present a hazard will be corrected or controlled

immediately

❖ Write and Submit Audit Report

10.5 Project Safety Committee

MJEPS will establish and maintain a Project Safety Committee to promote

Health Safety and Environment on site. Monitor the efficiency of the Health

and Safety Plan, review the Project Accident Record and trends and provide a

forum to plan accident prevention initiative.


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❖ The Project Safety Committee will typically be made up of:

❖ Project Manager (Chairperson)

❖ Safety Engineer / Officer

❖ Site Engineer (in rotation)

❖ Site Supervisor / Foreman (in rotation)

❖ Sub-Contractor Safety Representative (if any)

The Project Safety Committee shall hold Monthly Review Meeting chaired by

the Project Manager or his appointed representative.

A Project Safety Committee inspection and review will be held immediately

prior to the Project Safety Committee Meeting. It will involve a thorough

inspection of all site operations with the Safety Engineer / Officer and the

relevant site staff. A record shall be made of the observations made.


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TITLE: Accident / Incident Investigation and root cause

11.0 Accident / Incident Investigation and Root Cause

The investigation shall be carried out by safety Committee and the report shall

be recorded. Safety committee shall be formed in which, site safety

representative, project manager, site engineer, area supervisor / foreman and

co-worker/ witness shall be the member.

The safety committee shall investigate the accident by visiting the site or

incident area and taking statements from any potential witness at the scene of

the incident/accident after investigation the observations, statement from

witness, sketches shall be forwarded to appropriate departments. This

procedure is developed by XYZ with compliance to Clients HSEMS

procedure.

Site safety representative shall maintain a record of such accidents and

investigation reports at site. Also workers individual HSE training record shall

be provided with the Investigation report. The following procedure shall be

followed in Investigation procedure,

❖ The Site Safety person shall prepare an investigation report with the help

of worksite supervisor and forward it to the Project Manage and Client

Safety department.

❖ In case of personal injury, medical aid will be provided to victim

as early as possible.

❖ In case of serious accidents, site will not be disturbed until and unless

inquiry is over.

❖ The investigation will be comprehensive, accurate and objective in order

to determine the cause.

❖ Investigation will be based to answer the following queries,

• A detailed description of accident.

• The person, plant and equipment involved and their state before

accident.

• Was there any disregard to warning notices?

• Were safety rules and regulations observed?

• Were the tools and tackles appropriate for the work?

• Were the personnel involved trained in such duties?


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• Is there any unsafe condition existed?

• Is there any unsafe act by the individual?

• Is there any eye witness available at the time of accident?

• Is there any discussion, meeting or tool box talks conducted before

starting the job?

• Are they knowing about the hazard involve in this particular task

and what are the precaution has to take?

The typical Investigation report will be consisting of the following criteria for

Vehicle accident,

• Who are participating in Investigation team?

• Location of the Incident

• Weather condition

• Time and date

• Vehicle involved and conditions

• Personnel

• Injures

• Driver’s, Passenger’s, Witness name & statements

• License documents

• Training records

• Photos if applicable

• Immediate cause & Root cause

• Evidence

• Recommendation/ suggestion to avoid the similar accident

• Name of the person who prepare the report.

11.1 Corrective and Preventive Action

In case of any incident/accident, immediate action must be taken to rectify any

unsafe condition and to eliminate any hazards present. A full investigation into

the incident / accident, corrective action shall be taken to eliminate the causes


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of the incident /accident so as to prevent further recurrence. Where hazardous

conditions are identified which could result in an accident, preventive action

shall be taken to eliminate the causes of the condition so as to ensure that an

accident does not occur. These actions shall be reported on the Incident

Investigation Report. Follow up the corrective action until it rectified. Convey

this report to all work force as the part of lesson learnt

11.2 Documentation

HSE documentation produced by the Project shall be managed through the Project document system with the allocation of appropriate document numbers. The Project HSE plan and relevant procedures, instructions and forms etc. shall be prepared under the responsibility of the Project HSE engineer, verified by the Project manager and submitted to the Company for approval. The records regarding the implementation of the Health and Safety system shall be maintained and site office in such a way that they are readily retrievable.

11.3 Accident / Incident Management

11.3.1 Accident/Incident Classification.

The following definitions shall be used for this Project.

11.3.2 Near Miss

An occurrence that, under slightly different circumstances could have resulted in an accident, but on this occasion no injury or damage occurred. Near miss awareness training shall be given to all employees.

11.3.3 Minor Accident

An accident that resulted in small actual or estimated damage costs or an injury where there is no lost time.

11.3.4 Major Accident

Any injury resulting in time lost at work or significant damage. Accident and incidents include the following,

❖ Personal injury


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❖ Motor vehicle accident

❖ Snake and reptile bite

❖ Heat Exposure

❖ Fire

❖ Leakage and spillage

11.3.5 Personnel Injury

❖ Personnel shall report all occupational illnesses and injuries immediately

to their Supervisor.

❖ Do not allow the injured individuals to transport themselves

❖ Arrange first aid by approved first aider

❖ The supervisor or designate person must accompany the individual to

receive Medical care.

❖ All injury shall be reported to the Company

11.3.6 Prevention of Motor Vehicle Accidents.

The driver of the vehicle is responsible for the safe transportation of all passengers and the stability of materials being hauled. Use the following guidelines,

❖ All drivers / operators must have valid driving license.

❖ It is mandatory all MJEPS employees shall attend the defensive driving

training which is conducted by HSE Department.

❖ Look to the rear and sound horn before backing up

❖ Inspect the vehicle each day before use.

❖ Obey all speed limit and other regulatory Road Signs

❖ Shut off the motor to refuel.

❖ Shut of the motor and set the park brake before leaving the vehicle.


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❖ Truck drivers must dismount form the cab and remain clear while the

truck is being loaded or unloaded by power equipment.

❖ In congested area the flagman should direct the backing of the vehicle.

❖ All personnel shall wear the seat belt. It is drivers responsibly to ensure.

❖ Don’t use mobile phone while driving

❖ Maintain the speed limit as per the road condition, weather condition and

vehicle condition.

❖ Don’t use any drugs.


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TITLE: RISK ASSESSMENTS

12.0 RISK ASSESSMENTS

The risk assessment system for the MJEPS, the project shall be done by the

Project Safety Engineer/Safety Supervisor and it utilizes the following stated

approach.

1. Classify work activities

2. Identify Hazards

3. Determine Risk

4. Decide if risk is tolerable

5. Prepare risk control action plan

7. Review adequacy of action plan

8. Provide written records of significant MJEPS

Risk levels are defined in the following categories.

1. TRIVIAL No action is required and no records need to be Kept.

2. TOLERABLE No additional controls are required Monitoring is required

to ensure the controls are maintained (as far as is

reasonably practicable)

3. MODERATE Efforts should be made to reduce the risk, but the cost

Prevention should be carefully measured and limited

4. SUBSTANTIAL Work should not be started until the risk has been

reduced. Considerable resource may have to allocate to

reduce the risk.

5. INTOLERABLE Work should not be started or continue until the risk has

been reduced. If it is not possible to reduce the risk, work

should remain prohibited. required to ensure the controls

are maintained (as far as is reasonably practicable)


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TITLE: RISK ASSESSMENTS

12.1 COMMUNICATION OF HAZARDS AND RIMJEPS

Hazards and risk assessments are communicated to the work force by a

system that includes management briefings, safety talks, supervision and

safety inspection to reimburse the message. In the final analysis the absence

of accidents is evidence that MJEPS have been properly assessed and

necessary precautions exercised. In the event of an accident or incident,

occurring the investigation procedure will identify any areas where

performance is less than adequate. These areas can then be reinforced as

lessons are learnt from the investigation. The recommended actions learned

from any incident, including near misses shall be communicated through all

workforces by safety meetings, toolbox talk, management meeting etc. Apart

from the risk assessed P.P.E like Safety Shoes, Safety Helmet, Safety

Goggles & Coverall shall be wear always at the work site.

Hazard communication includes daily toolbox meetings, safety meetings and

these programs shall be recorded. The formats are Attachment - 4.

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TITLE: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

13.0 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

13.1 General Requirements

The risk posed in any particular work activity will be assessed, if the

risk cannot be eliminated, adequate PPE selected in accordance with

the following criteria will be issued and used.

Gives protection against risk without in itself leading to any increased

risk. It is suitable for the personnel involved in the work including

correct fitting and compatible with the work activity

Complies with a recognized national or international standard or client’s

standard of design or construction.

All persons will be provided with the necessary PPE (free of charge),

as defined above, for their particular work activity. They will also be

provided with the necessary instruction and training in its correct use.

PPE and the necessary training courses will be supplied to the

employees by or on behalf of the employer.

All employees will be held responsible for the proper care and use of

any PPE supplied to them. MJEPS will replace any PPE, which

becomes deficient in any way through normal work usage or wear and

tear, such that at all times the user has adequate protection. Normal

wear and tear will include the period of effective use specified by the

manufacturer and requirements of basic standards.

Supervisors of any work area will be responsible for ensuring that all

personnel on site are trained in the use of, provided with, and wearing

all PPE required for the particular activity and environment of the work.

Personnel not equipped for whatever reasons will be prohibited to start

or continue working.

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All employees will wear the appropriate PPE supplied to them at all

times while working at their assigned to MJEPS. Supervisors will apply

disciplinary action in accordance with MJEPS's procedures to any

employee who fails to comply.

❖ MJEPS calls upon all its personnel / subcontractors in general to use

personal protection equipment such as helmets, safety shoes, gloves,

harnesses, clothing, respirators, eye and hearing protection etc. as

applicable. All these items of equipment are provided in the belief that

the human element is of utmost importance for the project and that this

element must be protected against disability and occupational disease.

13.2 Safety Helmets

❖ Every employee will be provided with a hard-hat at the time of their

employment and will be required to wear it at all times during working

hours while on the job site. This requirement includes office personnel

and visitors whose visits require trips to the field.

❖ Helmets, which are cracked of otherwise damaged, must be replaced

immediately.

13.3 Eye Protection

Where there is a danger of injury or irritation to the eyes (example: grinding,

Chipping, drilling, general machine work etc.) MJEPS will ensure that the

persons wear properly fitting eye protection equipment that:

❖ Is appropriate to the work being done and the hazards involved, and is

approved under national or international standards.

❖ Where eye protection is required, it must be used at all times. Failure to

wear eye protection when required could result in permanent eye

damage or blindness.

❖ Impact type safety goggles or glasses shall be worn during activities

involving flying or falling objects or particles, such as, but not limited to

chipping, scrapping, grinding and hammering.

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❖ Splash-proof chemical goggles and face shields shall be worn when

handling potentially hazardous chemical liquids and solids or in any

other operation where the eyes may be exposed to potentially

hazardous chemical in either liquid or solid form.

❖ Arc welding work required the use of welding mask.

13.4 Foot Protection

All persons must wear approved work boots or shoes in good repair. Soft

shoes, sandals, etc. will not be permitted. Specifically, safety foot wears with

steel toe protection in accordance with BS 953, DIN 4843 or equivalent.

13.5 Hand Protection

❖ Gloves provide protection against specific chemical agents,

temperature extremes, cuts and act as barriers to protect the skin.

❖ The type of hand protection required depends on the MJEPS to be

performed. MJEPS Safety staff will assess this and hand protection will

be issued to individuals as appropriate

❖ Suitable selection of gloves is important, checks to be made with

supplier’s information on suitability.

13.6 Fall Protection

Employees, subcontractors and others required performing work at a

height of two meters or more will comply with the following procedure.

13.6.1 Use of Safety Harnesses

❖ Safety harness must be worn and secured when working at a height of

two meters or more above the ground or continuous floor level where

other safeguards such as complete guardrails, nets, or scaffolding are

not practical or;

❖ When working from floats, crane-supported work platforms, needle

beam scaffolds, or other suspended platforms. (The harness is to be

secured over the hook of the crane not on the platform itself or any

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other structure of the work platform)

❖ When working from scissors lifts, or other aerial lifts.

❖ When working at high level where a serious fall hazard exists below -

near, rotating equipment, implement hazards, etc. - that cannot be

protected.

❖ Safety harnesses are not to be used for any other purpose than as a

personal protective or rescue device.

13.6.2 Safety Harness Lanyards

❖ Only approved lanyards will be used. MJEPS will use or require the

use of a minimum 13-mm nylon, or equivalent. Workers should not

walk on a beam or pipe without the fall protection hooked to a lanyard.

13.7 Respiratory Protection

When working in abnormally dusty atmospheres, where effective

extraction cannot be achieved, appropriate respiratory protective

devices (i.e., dust mask, respirators) will be provided and used.

When effective engineering controls (i.e., ventilators, fans or air

movers) are not feasible, respiratory protection will be provided which

are applicable and suitable for the purpose intended when working

around hazardous or toxic fumes.

❖ The use of fresh air – supplied, MJEPS crew will be required whenever

hazardous to life fumes, mists, vapors, gases are present or tank entry

is required and where work is to take place in confined spaces.

Supervisors and safety personnel will be consulted before work

commences in such conditions.

❖ Heavy beards, bushy side burns, or mustaches that interfere with

obtaining a proper seal will not be allowed.

❖ Prior to being approved for the use of respiratory protection equipment,

employees shall be sealed or fit tested, as appropriate for equipment.

❖ Respirators shall be examined prior to each use.

❖ Respiratory pad shall be replaced whenever necessary.

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13.8 Hearing Protection

❖ Protective hearing equipment is to be provided and used in designated

areas or for high noise hazard jobs. Specifically, 85 dB over a period of

8 hours and 115 dB over any length of time.

❖ Areas or work emitting such nose levels will be posted with the

appropriate safety signs designating that hearing protection is

required.

Two main types of hearing protection to be used are: -

❖ Ear Plugs

❖ Ear Muffs

When using hearing protection, it is much more difficult to hear instructions or

warnings, this should be taken into account for work practice and alternative

arrangements made for communications and warnings.

13.9 Protection Clothing

All personnel will be eligible to receive free issue clothing; will be issued as

deemed appropriate to the hazards associated with the work. Overalls provide

general skin protection and are available in a variety of different materials and

styles. They may be disposable, breathable, waterproof, resistant or chemical

resistant and may have a hood to protect the head and prevent substances

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TITLE: WORK PERMIT PROCEDURES

14.0 Work Permit Procedures

14.1 Purpose Scope

The purpose of this document is to provide coordinated, communicated and

controlled safe system of work, which is shall be carry out in hazardous / non-

hazardous areas under Client jurisdiction. It is intended to achieve a safe

working environment by providing the control needed to identify and mitigate

any hazard (either actual or potential) that would have an adverse effect on

either on the personnel performing the work on facilities.

14.1.1 Procedure

The ‘permit to work’ (PTW) procedure is a formal written system that utilize a

document (Work Permit) to control work by means of potential hazard

identification and risk assessment and every activities JSA will be attached

with PTW.

Before rising PTW the JSA will be discuss with job execution team from

Client. PTW planning shall be include an adequate JSA and also to be

discussed / reviewed in the daily tool box talks and HSE meeting.

The Work permit is also a means of communication among various

Supervisors or their representatives belonging to Operation, Maintenance,

Sponsoring Team and Contract personnel, who are involved in work

preparation and / or its execution.


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The PTW documents system and related precautions shall be strictly adhered

to and maintained at all times.

14.1.2 Work Covered by Work Permit:

Work shall not be carried out unless:

❖ It has been approved either by a Maintenance Work Order, Routine

Maintenance Work, Planned Corrective Work, Preventive

Maintenance Schedule and Plant Modification Approval. All other

works not defined must be approved and agreed by the Permit

issuer.

❖ The work has been planned and agreed twenty -four (24) hours in

advance, or is of a breakdown nature or priority unplanned work

which requires immediate action.

❖ All works have been properly authorized. All works, which are not

of a routine nature, in any area require a Work Permit, with the

exception of emergency safety work that is either ‘loss of life actual’

of ‘loss of life potential.’ In the event of such situations, the Permit

Issuer or the senior most Clients personnel available at site is

authorized to verbally allow the work to commence immediately,

and informing the asset owner subsequently. Work permits shall be

prepared as soon as practical to cover the work being carried out in

case of such ‘Emergency Work’; it must be recorded in Operation

Log Book & signed by the Permit Issuer.


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14.2 Type of Work Permits:

The Permit to Work System incorporates the use of 6 types of Work Permits:

❖ Cold Work Permit

❖ Hot Work Permit

❖ Radiography permit

❖ Vehicle / Mobile Plant Entry Permit

❖ Confined Space Entry Permit

❖ Excavation Notification

Note:

1) A spading / blanking list is mandatory for Vessel / Tank Entry Permits.

2) Excavation Notification is valid with supporting Work Permit only.

14.3 Work Permits Validity

❖ Hot / Cold / Radiography: Maximum duration seven consecutive

working days from the date of issue.

❖ Confined Space Entry Permit: One Continuous work shift or part

thereof; however, the permit is to be re-endorsed in case of crew

change, transfer of responsibility or work suspension.

❖ Excavation Notification: 90 days from the date of issue.

❖ Vehicle / Mobile Plant Entry Permit: Valid for one continuous

works shift for vehicle entry, whereas for mobile plant Entry it is valid

for maximum 7 consecutive working days from the issue.


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14.4 Work Permit Application:

All identified work must be authorized and planned prior to work permit

application. The

Permit Application shall raise the appropriatework permit with a fulldescription

such as:

❖ The Worksite

❖ The equipment to be worker on

❖ The exact nature & scope of work(supported with sketchesor drawings

if available.

❖ Special tools or equipment that may impact on safety at the worksite.

❖ Permit applicant shall have the knowledge about the CLIENT’S

HSEMS and Fire and Safety rules and regulations

❖ Permit applicant shall be interview and tested by Client controlling

team.

❖ The Permit applicant shall to the best of his knowledge complete

the relevant sections on the work permit and present it to the Permit

Issuer for review and authorization.

Permit applicant shall be interviewed by Client controlling team and then PTW

training and testing will be carried out according to the result PTW

Authorization card shall be issued by controlling team.

14.5 Work Permit Authorization:

The permit issuer shall review the work permit and may supporting

documentation and complete the appropriate sections. He shall arrange for

equipment preparation e.g. depressing, draining, flushing, purging and any


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process, mechanical, safety and electrical isolations. When he is satisfied that

the worksite has been safety prepared and safety precaution put in place, ha

shall authorize the work to proceed.

It is to be ensured prior to authorizing the permit that only work identified on

the work permit shall be carried out on and no account can my deviations to

the agreed work scope take place without a new permit being written.

14.6 Work Permit Issuance

❖ The worksite supervisors assigned by the permit applicant shall

sign to acknowledge he understands and accept the work permit

and associated work site responsibilities.

❖ The permit issuer is only valid for a maximum of one shift (8 hours).

Work extension to the next shift must be endorsed by the oncoming

permit issuer and shift controller. If the permit endorsement boxes

have all been completed, then a new work permit must be raised.

14.7 Transfer of Responsibilities

Permit Issuer: All work permits must be presented for transfer of authority to

the oncoming Permit Issuer immediately upon his arrival at the permit control

Centre. Permit Applicant: As above.

Worksite Supervisor: Work must stop if he leaves the site unless a

substitute

authorized by the permit Applicant and Permit Issue is present.

14.8 Cross - Referencing

All work permits associated with the same work must be cross-referenced by

mentioning the work permit number in the box provided on each permit.


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14.9 Work Permit Suspension

In the case of a dangerous situation at the worksite or adjacent facilities all

work must stop immediately and shall not recommence until worksite is

declared safe and subsequently the Permit Issuer endorses the permit. In

such situations (such as fire or gas leak) the worker on hearing the dangerous

situation alarm, shall vacate the area after making the worksite safe and will

proceed to the designated assembly point for mustering and further

instruction.

The Permit Issuer, Permit Applicant and personnel from fire Team / HSE

Team / HSE Group are authorized to stop the work in the event of a work

permit violation, unsafe acts or unsafe conditions.

Any person can advise to stop the work if they observe any hazard of

potential hazardous condition. Any unsafe of hazardous condition must be

immediately reported to the Permit Issue, Permit Applicant and his respective

area HSE Team as well as fire station. If on investigation, it is determined that

the work permit is to be suspended the permit issue must be informed

immediately.

Any suspended work permit shall be endorsed in Box (Shift Change

Endorsement Box) of that permit and be kept in the custody of the permit

Issuer under the suspended work permit file. Work permit suspended for the

maximum of 5 days or until the expiry of its validity period (whichever is

sooner). In which case the work permit must be cancelled and signed off.

Either a new work permit shall be raised or the system and equipment placed

in long term isolation as appropriate.

14.10 Closing Work Permits

On completion of the work the worksite supervisor shall check the worksite

and ensure all tools and equipment has been removed as well as

housekeeping completed. He will inform the permit applicant and both shall


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sign the work permit signifying handbag of the equipment. The permit

applicant is responsible for satisfactory hand-back of the worksite.

The permit issuer shall ensure the areas acceptable prior to signing to accept

the hand- back of the area and equipment. The permit issuer can have

allowed de-isolation of the equipment.

The permit issuer shall ensure that all isolation is removed, the system and

equipment purged and aligned as necessary. He shall then sign to close the

work permit and allow the equipment to be re-instated.

14.11 Work Permit Distribution

Work permits made out in four copies.

❖ The work site supervisors for worksite will keep the original.

❖ 1st copy of all permits (except cold work permit) will be forwarded to

fie team by the permit issuer prior to job commencement or

respective area. Fire station is notified and subsequently 2nd copy

is forwarded to fire team within 48 hours form the permit

authorization.

❖ 2nd copy shall be kept with the permit applicant.

❖ The issuing authority shall retain 3rd copy.

After completion of the work and permit closure as per procedure, the original

shall be kept on record with the permit issuer whereas the 2nd copy shall be

retained by the permit applicant, for a maximum period of 6 months before it is

send to dead record room for archiving.

If an accident of incident occurs associated with a work permit, the original

copy of the work permit shall be attached to the incident report and a copy

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14.12 Worksite Preparation

It is the responsibility of the permit issuer to ensure the safe preparation of the

worksite. When deemed necessary by the permit issuer, a formal plant and

Equipment Preparation Procedure shall be prepared prior to work

commencing making reference where necessary to any simultaneous

Operation procedures.

The equipment to be worked on shall be isolated from all sources of energy

(such as electrical, mechanical, hydraulic & pneumatic etc) and prepared as

per the job requirement) such as depressurization, de-contamination, flushing

& purging etc.) to confirm safety and integrity of worksite.

The permit issuer in liaison with the Permit Applicant shall markup P& IDs in

conjunction with detailed valve isolation, vent of drain valves open detail

(mandatory for all vessel entry and proves isolation.)

The possible impact of the work on the surrounding area must be assessed

and care taken NOT to issue a work permit which could impact on the safety

conditions for other work permits in the area.

Based upon the detailed work description, the hazards shall be assessed and

the required precautions to be taken to enable the work to precede safety

shall be indicated on the work permit.

14.13 Cold Work

Any work that does not involve a source of ignition or naked flame or does not

have spark-generating potential is classified as Cold Work. The performance

of cold work shall require, but is not limited to the following precautions:

If a gas test is required, it shall be carried out immediately prior to

the commencement of work, and if the work party has left the

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If continuous gas monitoring is required, the Worksite Supervisor

and the person performing the work shall ensure that the portable

gas detectors remain charged and in working order.

The Worksite Supervisor shall ensure that all personnel under his

control adhere to the constraints of the work permit i.e. Work

Description, Equipment / Area / Terms & Conditions / Restriction of

the work permit.

The Worksite Supervisor must remain at the worksite during

performance of the work. Should the worksite Supervisor require

leaving the worksite, he must make prior contact with the Permit

Applicant and Permit Issuer advising the reason and duration, he will

be absent from the worksite. The Worksite Supervisor can leave the

worksite only if the Permit Applicant & Permit issuer agrees it. This

privilege applies only to Cold Work permits.

14.14 Hot Work

Any work, which involves the use of naked flame or a source of ignition or

spark generating potential, capable of igniting a combustible or explosive

material, is classified as Hot Work. Prior to any hot work being authorized, the

Permit Issuer must consider the following points:

Can the work be removed to a safe location?

Is it essential for Production or Safety reasons to perform the work

during operation of the plant? Can the work be deferred until

shutdown or partial shutdown?

Have the work scope and potential hazards been discussed among the

Permit Applicant safety personnel (if available) Permit Issuer and

worksite supervisor.


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No Confined Space Entry permit shall be issued for the same vessel /

tank / enclosure where a hot work is in force.

Paint spraying and hand painting are not permitted during performance

of the hot work.

Cold work permits likely to cause a gas release must be suspended.

The Permit Issuer and Permit Applicant shall make regular site visits

during the work.

Total isolation from flammable or toxic gas liquids must be achieved by

either:

■ Physical disconnection.

■ Blanking / Spading (using correctly rated blind / spade).

■ Double isolation valve with bleed valve in between.

■ Any combination of the above as deemed necessary by

Permit Issuer and Permit Applicant.

It may be necessary to raise a Cold Work permit for this preparatory

work. The permit issuer shall assess this after discussion with permit

applicant. Before any hot work can begin, the permit issuer must ensure

the equipment is free of liquid/gas by:

■ De-pressuring

■ Draining

■ Purging

■ Purging and flushing

■ Any combination of the above

During hydrocarbon venting to atmosphere any hot work permit at the

location must be suspended.

The hot work site must be free from hydrocarbon and combustible

material e.g. sludge, scale, deposits etc.


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❖ The work site shall be gas tested and certified as being gas free by an

authorized gas taster. The maximum LEL (Lower Explosive Limit)

permissible for authorized hot work i.e. 0% LEL.

❖ If the works generate spark or chipping, the work must be suitably

confined.

❖ If the work is above access ways, precautions must be taken to ensure

that no spark or hot metal can fall below. Additionally, area beneath the

work site must be Barrie red off and warning notice posted in English

and Arabic.

❖ Mobile plant and equipment shall not be sited in hazardous or non-hazardous location unless it meets the safety requirements for its area of operation

14.15 Radiography Work

A radiography permit shall cover any work that involves the use of radioactive

source. The transportation control and handling of radioactive isotopes must

be in comp lines with Radiation Protection Manual Client Fire and safety

regulation in this regards. Precaution that must be adhered to include but are

not limited to:

❖ The permit applicant shall raise a Radiography work permit where possible this work shall be scheduled during mealtimes or night shift.

❖ The radiography work permit shall be endorsed for maximum of seven

days.

❖ A three dimension control area shall be designated and marked by

barriers.

❖ Prior to commencement of radiography all other work permits within the

controlled area or as specified by the permit issuer, shall be

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❖ Identified UV detectors shall be over-ridden and recorded in the work

permit.

❖ A Public Address (PA) announcement (if available) shall be made 30

minutes prior to radiography commencement advising all non-affected

personnel to make safe their work place and vacate the area. A further

PA announcement (if available) shall be made five minutes prior to

radiography commencement advising non-affected personnel to vacate

the area immediately.

❖ The radiographer and assistant radiographer shall check the area to

ensure all non-classified personnel have vacated the area. Then final

PA announcement (If available) shall be made advising the

radiography is commencing.

14.16 Confined Space Entry Permit:

Any enclosure having a limited means of entry and exit and not designed for

continuous occupancy is defined as a confined space. Example includes (but

are not limited to) the following.

1. Process vessels, tanks, bins, stacks, large pipes, ducts, and vaults.

2. Any enclosure where the presence of air contaminants may be harmful to

a worker and prevent his ability to escape unaided.

The following are the minimum precautions that must be taken. They apply

even when a person’s head is inserted in to confined space for the purpose of

a quick visual inspection. These requirements are applicable to all processes

and utilities systems irrespective of services.

❖ Entry to confined space can only be authorized by the permit issuer. At

the start of each shift a new confined entry permit must be issued in

due consideration of precautionary measures required as per

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❖ The permit applicant and permit issuer must make regular site visit

during the work. The work site supervisor should be fully aware of the

confined entry procedure and permit to work system.

❖ The confined must be positively isolated from all processes and utility

systems by blanking, spading or disconnection. Where disconnection

is employed as a means of isolation, the line shall be blanked.

❖ Isolation must be achieved as closer to the confined space as possible.

Preferably on the nozzles. If this is not achievable then the next

nearest point of isolation will be selected.

❖ If confined space is equipped with a source of electrical power, an

electrical isolation must be carried out and ensured that the confined

space and equipment to be used are earthed prior to the issue of entry

permit.

The confined space must be tasted for oxygen level, flammable vapors

and toxic gasses prior to entry and at a minimum every 6 hours

subsequently. If the confined space is vacated a new gas test shall be

performed prior to reentry a portable gas monitor must b also be sited

for continues monitoring.

When determining the criteria for confined space entry without

breathing apparatus, the associated hazards due to sludge, scale and

deposits must be considered. These residues can contain and emit

dangerous level of vapors. Pyrophoric Iron Supplied may also be

present and the danger of ignition, if allowed to dry out and be exposed

to oxygen must be considered.

A stand by man shall be stationed at each confined space entry point.

He shall be equipped with portable radio and must keep visual contact

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The standby man will inform to control room each time the confined

space entered or vacated and all eateries as well as exit will be

recorded in CCR log book. Additionally, the standby shall also keep the

records of personnel’s entry and exit at the worksite.

In case of emergency inside the plant, the confined space entry must

stop immediately the standby man shall advice the control room by

Radio, when the personnel inside the confined space have vacated,

the site shall be made safe and the personnel shall proceed to muster.

If an emergency occurs within confined space, the standby man must

not enter it until rescue team arrives. It is the responsibility of standby

man to summon aid immediately by contacting the control room

through radio or other available means of communication.

Personnel working inside the confined space will be given a rest

period at each 30 minutes’ interval. Or more frequent depending upon

prevailing conditions.

Generally, not more than two persons will not have allowed to works in

to confined space at a time in confined space. The area around the

confined space must be Barrie red off and warning sign posted in

Arabic and English

As and when needed the opinion and assistance from HSE personnel

may be sought to ensure the safety aspects of confined space entry

14.17 Vehicle / Mobile Plant Entry Permit

Any Vehicle or Mobile Plant will not be allowed to enter into a hazardous area

except under duly authorized Entry Permit subjected to inspection &

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will require a permit only if it enter the plant area (such as bund wall) to carry

out specific work / activity duly authorized by asset owner.

❖ The vehicle or mobile plant required to enter inside a hazardous

area under duly authorized entry permit must also have approval

from Clients Transport Operation Team to confirm its suitability,

safety & integrity.

❖ The mobile plant (such as air compressors, welding machines,

primus stoves, tar boilers and Diesel Engine Generators etc.) must

have at least two fire extinguishers duly approved by Fire Team.

❖ The validity of entry permit for the Vehicle will be one continuous

work shift whereas for Mobile Plant, it will be valid for 7 consecutive

days from the date of issuance. It is to be noted that the permit is

valid for entry duly; however, for carrying out any work, a separate

appropriate permit is to be authorized as per procedure.

❖ The entry permits need to be endorsed by on-coming shift after

carrying out necessary gas test.

14.18 Excavation Notification

Excavation notification is not a permit to work but a document to notify the

concerned authorities, which have responsibility and jurisdiction for safety and

integrity of above ground and underground services existing at the proposed

site of excavation. An excavation notification is required for all excavation

regardless of the depth. The excavation notification shall be raised by the

respective supervisor or engineer and must be endorsed by all concerned

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❖ An excavation notification must be supported by primary work permit

duly authorized by the permit issuer. Cold work permit shall be

additionally required where only hand excavation tools are to be

used. Whereas for excavation work using power tools (such as

mechanical excavator, back hoe, shovel, loader etc.) will need duly

authorized hot work permit if work is to be carried out in a

hazardous area. Mechanical excavation is not allowed inside the

plant of facility of within 5m radius from any underground facilities.

❖ For excavations below 1200 mm, a Confined Space Entry Permit is

required and in some circumstances gas free certification also.

❖ A drawing or sketch of the proposed excavation site (showing above

and underground services) must accompany the Excavation

Notifications to enable the affected disciplines to check and specify

precautions and hazards prior to signing the approval.

❖ If a buried cable or pipeline is encountered during excavation, the

work must stop immediately and the Permit issuer informed. The

permit issuer shall issue with the permit Applicant decide best

course of action.

❖ The excavation Notification is valid for a period of 90 days from the

date of issuance or as stated in the permit.

❖ All application for PTW and excavation notifications shall be in line

with requirements stipulated by Clients Fire and Safety regulations

and HSEMS procedures.

❖ The Excavation Notification should be linked and cross referenced

with Client recommended practice for clearance requirements on

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The respective supervisor or engineer initiating the Excavation

Notification must ensure that the proposed excavations / trenches will

not obstruct the movement of emergency vehicles (such as fire tender,

ambulance etc.) to the worksite.

14.19 Isolation, Lock Off & Tag Out:

Isolation, lock off and tag are an integral part of the "Work Permit System”. If

plant of equipment is specified as requiring isolation as a condition of work

permit, then the required isolation) such as Electrical, Mechanical, Instrument

and Telecommunications) must be identified by the Permit Applicant and

mentioned in the appropriate section of the work permit.

Nominated & authorized personnel shall carry out the isolation only and the

isolation detail must be entered on relevant sections of the work permit. If

isolations require ‘Locking Off’ then the official Company padlocks clearly

stamped with an individual ID number must be used. If the padlocks cannot

be installed, other immobilizing device (as specified by the Permit issuer) can

be used.

Each isolation point (such as padlock, immobilizing devices or spades/ blinds/

balks) and any vent or drain which has been opened or closed must have an

isolation tag attached clearly.

14.20 Mechanical Isolation:

The type of isolation used shall depend on the level of risk associated with the

work to be performed.

Positive isolation: Physical disconnection and blanking of opened

ends. The tuning of spectacle blind, the insertion of spades between flanges


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or the replacement of a spacer with line blind. Blanks, spades (Blinds), Bolting

and gaskets shall confirm to the piping specification for the equipment.

Double block and bleed, valve isolation is the industry standard for

isolating a valve. The effective of isolation must be tested and proved. If an

isolation valve is passing, it may be necessary to shut additional work or take

further plant and equipment out of services.

14.21 Electrical Isolation

Prior to authorizing a work permit it is essential to ensure that the equipment

to be worked on is safe and electrical power isolated for the safe conduct of

authorized work. The authorized electrical person as appropriate completes

the electrical isolation and enters the detail on work permit subsequent to

discussion with the permit issuer. The authorized person hand over the pad

lock key to the permit issuer for safe custody.

14.22 Long Term Isolation

If work is the work is completed or suspended beyond the work permit period

of validity, but worksite requires continued protection of electrical, mechanical

or instrumental system isolation, it shall be indicated in the work permit

stamping LONG TERM ISOLATION in bold letters. Such long-term isolation

must be recorded in the Control Room Log Book and widely brought to the

notice of all concerned supervisors in the plant or facility.


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TITLE: GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES

15.0 General Safety Guidelines

15.1 House Keeping

At all times, job site shall be kept clean and tidy so as not to create unsafe

condition or fire hazard. All working areas shall be fenced with necessary

signs. Unnecessary materials shall not be stored and they shall be disposed

when required at designated locations. The work area shall not be cleaned at

the end of each working day. If at any time Client's safety requires any

Improvement in House Keeping or any other safety related matter the work

shall be completed without delay.

15.2 Fire Prevention

A small fire on a Construction Site can easily spread to a major disaster if not

properly controlled. Fire prevention and detection saves lives, buildings,

structures, plants and production down time.

15.3 Fire prevention and protection

Fire is the one of the common effects of industrial incidents resulting in loss of

life and loss of assets of the contractor and client’s property. A small fire on a

Construction Site can easily spread to a major disaster if not properly

controlled. Fire prevention and detection saves lives, buildings, structures,

plants and production down time. An effective fire prevention and protection

plan will have exercised throughout the project site and corporate to prevent

the accidental fire. The fire prevention plan developed in accordance with the

international and client fire prevention regulations. These plan will be


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implemented and monitored by the safety personnel to ensure the

effectiveness of the fire prevention and protection plan. The following

regulations and system shall be

General

All personnel must be familiarizing with their workplaces and must know the

following systems

❖ Emergency communication system

❖ Testing schedule of Emergency sirens

❖ Location and use of the fire extinguishers

❖ Emergency exits

❖ An effective training program will be conducted throughout the project

personnel to familiarize with the above mentioned

❖ Every person shall be familiar with the evacuation plan of the project.

First aid fighting equipment

❖ Portable fire extinguishers are the first aid firefighting equipment’s,

which is used for initial firefighting purposes.

❖ The project personnel shall be trained with the use of the fire

extinguishers and the records shall be maintained

❖ The project personnel shall familiar with the location of the fire

extinguishers

❖ All fuel operated equipment’s and vehicle shall be equipped with

required fire extinguishers as per the client/international standard fire &

safety regulations


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The fire extinguishers provided for the project site shall be certified by

Fire & Safety department of client (if any) and revalidation shall be

done when expiry.

The documented inspection shall be implemented the project site to

ensure the healthy condition and unnecessary misplacement of fire

extinguishers

Smoking prohibited at work site and office areas and no person shall

allow bringing the lighters and other non-intrinsically safe materials

such as pagers, mobile phones and calculators etc.

Storage of Materials

Storage of materials at work site shall be controlled properly, especially

flammable storage of materials involving high fire MJEPS. Approval shall be

obtained from client (if any) for the storage of flammable materials at client

Premises.

Storage of Flammable Gas Cylinders

❖ The storage of gas cylinders involving high fire risk if not handled properly

❖ The minimum stocks shall be maintained at all times

❖ The storage area shall be kept away from other flammable source at least

six meter away as per the requirement of client.

❖ The storage area clearly identified by means of posting sign boards and

necessary warning stickers

❖ The portable fire extinguishers shall be kept near the storage area.

❖ The full cylinders, empty, acetylene, oxygen cylinders shall be clearly

identified and kept separately

❖ The gas cylinders use at site shall be kept in upright in trolley and it shall

be tied off to prevent falling


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❖ The cylinders always closed and provided with cap when not in use.

15.4 General Requirements for Fire Prevention and Protection:

❖ The firefighting equipment shall not be used for any purpose, except for

fire fighting

❖ Access for firefighting equipment shall never be blocked by parking

vehicles and storing of materials

❖ Periodical inspection shall be done for the fire extinguishers and

defective fire extinguishers shall be replace immediately

❖ Hot work permit shall be obtained for vehicle entry always

❖ Work permit requirements shall be complied

❖ Access for firefighting equipment shall never be blocked by parking

vehicles and storing of materials

❖ Periodical inspection shall be done for the fire extinguishers and

defective fire extinguishers shall be replace immediately

❖ Hot work permit shall be obtained for vehicle entry always

❖ Work permit requirements shall be complied

Fire Prevention Plan

M/S MJEPS will establish a Fire Program to ensure that work on site is

undertaken to the highest possible standard of safety.

The plan, which will be fully developed under the guidance of the Safety Engineer commences in each area, will include the following:

❖ The fire safety role and responsibility of every individual working on site

❖ General site precautions, fire detection and warning alarm system

❖ Firefighting equipment including types of fire extinguishers

❖ Fire safety measures for site accommodation

❖ Fire escape and communications


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❖ Evacuation procedures

❖ Information on assembly points.

❖ Fire drills and training including the use of site firefighting apparatus

❖ Material storage including flammable liquids and gases

❖ Waste control

❖ Fire safety measures for the construction plant and equipment

❖ Fire safety measures to protect against electrical fires

❖ Fire brigades access, facilities and co-ordination

❖ The establishment of a fire fighting teamfully trained to deal with most

Eventualities.

15.5 Handling of Hazardous Chemicals

There are many jobs involved in the use of chemicals. Production workers are

exposed to processing chemicals and maintenance workers have a host of

chemicals that they may work with day to day.

It is the supervisor responsibility to ensure these chemicals are used, stored,

transported and labeled properly. The basic challenge is to ensure that none

of your workers use any chemicals until they have received the required safety

training.

Proper Use of Chemicals

❖ Chemicals present several types of hazards. Improper use or lack of

understanding of the personal protective actions can result in employee

injury, illness or property damage.

❖ To properly use chemicals, your workers need to understand the Physical

Properties and Health Hazards of each chemical.


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❖ These are found in the Material Safety Data Sheet or MSDS. The

supervisor should have an MSDS for every chemical your workers use.

❖ Proper use includes knowing and using personal protective equipment -

PPE. This equipment may be gloves, respirators, goggles, face shields,

aprons or other chemical specific PPE.

❖ Prior to using PPE, the worker must be trained on how to check and use

the PPE. They must also know the limitations of the PPE.

❖ Many chemicals can react violently when exposed to other substances.

Ensure that any other chemical or substances with which the working

chemical may react have been removed from the work area.

Safe Storage of Chemicals

❖ Hazardous chemicals must be properly stored when not in use.

❖ All containers should be checked to ensure vapors cannot escape - don't

allow open containers in storage areas.

❖ Flammable liquids may only be stored in approved flammable storage

lockers. Bulk storage of flammable liquids may be in large drums. These

dispensing points must have grounding straps for the drum units to ensure

there is no static spark generated when filling smaller containers.

❖ Chemicals that are reactive with each other, such as acids and bases,

must never be stored together.

Transportation of Chemicals

Transferring chemicals from large to smaller containers. These smaller

containers should have liquid tight lids and be approved for the specific


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chemicals. Although it is not required to label smaller containers if the contents

will be under the control of the worker at all times and not stored at the

worksite, it is best to always provide some identification of the contents.

NEVER transfer chemicals into food or beverage containers such as soda

bottles. Flammable liquid containers should be shatter proof... not glass.

Labeling of Chemicals

Always ensure that chemicals are properly labeled in accordance with the

company's labeling program. Know where you can obtain labels and stickers.

Stored chemicals should have the label visible from the front. Check your

worker’s knowledge... ask them what the labels say and ask them what safety

and health hazards exist for the chemicals they are using. Train the personnel

about the hazards.

15.6 Electrical Safety

Electricity is very dangerous if not handled properly and hence everybody

should understand that following standard code of practice would prevent

unwanted incidents and ensure safe working.

❖ Electrical isolation is required for any work on electrical system; Lock

out/Tag out procedure shall be followed when working on electrical

system. Multi lock system shall be followed when different crafts of

people worked in the same system.

❖ Ensure that before start of work, all cables, plugs are in good condition.

if any damage found report immediately to supervisor.

❖ Always ensure good housekeeping practices around electrical

equipment’s.


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❖ Never attend any unauthorized Maintenance work on electrical

equipment’s.

❖ Use CO2 or DCP fire extinguishers for put off electrical fire.

❖ Qualified and experienced workers shall perform all electrical works.

Equipment shall be locked or secured to prevent starting by

unauthorized person.

❖ Warning signs or posters shall be sticked to aware the personnel for the

hazards.

❖ Circuit breakers fitted with ground fault interrupters (GFCI) shall be

provided all electrical equipment to prevent worker from being injured

by electrical shock.

❖ Circuit breaker shall be fitted with GFCI shall be provided to all welding

machines. Battery terminals shall be covered and grounding rods shall

be provided to prevent short circuit or electrical discharge.

15.7 Working at Height

Falls from elevation hazards are present at most every jobsite, and many

workers are exposed to these hazards every day activity. Any walking/working

surface could be a potential fall hazard.

An unprotected side or edge, which is 1.8 meter. Alternatively, more above a

lower level should be protected from falling by the use of a guardrail system,

safety net system, or personal fall arrest system (safety harness). These

hazardous exposures exist in many forms, and can be working from a step

ladder to something as high-risk as connecting bolts on high steel at 200 feet

in the air.


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Falls from elevations were one of the leading causes of fatal in construction

worksite. Necessary fall protection shall be used prior to start of the work,

No personnel shall be allowed work without fall protection working at height.

The fall protection can be any one of the personnel fall protection. The

selection of the fall protection shall be done in accordance with the

STANDARD safety regulations. The safety harness shall be approved by client

safety department prior to issue to work site. Refer chapter personal protective

equipment for more details.

15.8 Ladders

Accidents in the use of ladder are mainly due to negligence in the Maintenance Erection and poor work practices.

❖ All ladders should be inspected upon receipt.

❖ Always place a ladder so that the horizontal distance from the base to

the vertical plane of the support is approximately 1 /4th of the ladder

length between supports.

❖ A ladder shall be of the proper length for the job to done. if is used as a

means of access or as a working place it shall rise to a height of at

least 3' 6''(1.07m) above the landing place or above the highest rung to

be reached by the feet of the person using the ladder.

❖ All ladders shall be made of the proper materials and in good condition.

❖ The use of ladders with broken or missing rungs or steps, broken or

solid rails or other defective construction is prohibited.

❖ Metal ladders shall not be used when they become part of an electrical

circuit.


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❖ Where lashing at the upper resting place is impossible, measure must

be taken to prevent movement of the ladder, by stationing a man at the

foot but it must be borne in mind that a man stationed at the foot can

only be expected to control a ladder up to 20'(6.10m) height.

❖ Do not allow more than one person at a time on a ladder.

❖ Where there is a possibility of a ladder being struck by moving vehicles

or plant, a man should be placed on guard or space at the base of the

ladder fenced off. Similarly, if a ladder is erected close to a door, the

door should be locked shut or secured in the open position with a man

on guard.

❖ Ladder landing places or platform are required at every 30'(9.14m) of

height and shall be provided with guard rails and toe boards. Holes in

platforms through which ladders pass shall be as small as practicable.

❖ Tools and materials should be carried by persons ascending or

descending ladders except that tools may be carried in pockets or

special belts, provided they do not impair movement.

❖ A person working on or from a ladder must always have both feet on the

rungs and a secure handhold. If the work to be done necessitates the

use of both hands, safety belts should be used.

15.9 Scaffolding

15.9.1 General Safety

During erection, dismantling no excessive quantity of materials should

be stacked on the scaffold.


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Any additional requirement such as increase loadings, additional working

lifts or extensions to the overall height of the scaffold beyond 50m must be

properly authorized and may require special design consideration.

Caution boards or warning signs shall be prominently displayed at all times

while working, these notices to be left in position on any unfinished portions

of the scaffold.

Pay particular attention to proper bracing and tying of scaffold.

Make sure all working or access lifts are close boarded and toe boarded at

all times. Unfinished areas to be closed off and guarded.

Ensure safe ladder access is made available.

None of the employees work on the scaffold while the process of erecting,

dismantling the scaffold.

Give attention of surrounding electrical cables or water mains, it may not be

possible to have these services shut off particularly in the case of overhead

power lines. Assume that all electrical power lines are 'live' and where

danger of contact exists, discuss and arrange a safe means of working.

Never extend a scaffold more than three lifts above the last tying in point

unless the scaffold has been specially designed for this purpose.

Always raise or lower materials by properly by hand-to-hand, light line,

basket, hoist or crane if available.

All scaffolding inspection status shall be written on scaffold Tag which will

be signed by Scaffold supervisor / Competent person / Subcontractor

scaffold supervisor

Erection, modifications and demolition of scaffolding shall be performed by

qualified personnel.

Scaffolding shall be inspected by qualified personnel prior the

commencement of work.


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The scaffold shall be re-inspected after exposure to a weather condition.

❖ No alterations, removal of ties, bracings, boards, toe boards or guard rails

etc. Shouldn’t be undertaken by any person other than scaffolding

department and shall be intimated to safety department for inspection.

❖ The scaffold should only be used for the purpose for which it was erected

and must only be loaded to the amount for which it was designed.

❖ Any activity or circumstance that may affect the strength or stability of the

scaffold, such as damage due to vehicles, trench excavation etc, shall be

properly intimate to scaffolding department and safety department.

❖ It is essential that suitable overall, foot wear, safety helmets and safety

harness are worn or used.

15.9.2 Check List

❖ The scaffold shall be checked regularly for stability and safety and it is

recommended that this inspection should be carried out in a logical manner

using check list in order to record findings.

❖ All detailed checking should be preceded by an initial overall Inspection

from a distance to ascertain the general condition of the scaffold; this should

then be followed by detailed check from lift to lift preferably from within the

scaffold structure.

❖ The checklist can be prepared in different types in accordance with

inspection for safe use. A typical checklist shown in attachments.

❖ Checklist serve as a remember and the findings of deficiency shall be

corrected immediately and should be recorded.


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15.10 Lifting Appliances

15.10.1 Introduction

Lifting appliances and associated lifting tackles are widely used in Engineering

Construction works in Refineries, plants & other lifting purposes. These are

utilized in running plant and in shutdown activities. To ensure safety of

personnel and plant, all lifting appliances shall be inspected, maintained, and

operated in safe manner.

15.10.2 Lifting Appliances

Lifting appliances are the mobile or stationary used to lift loads. These are

usually powered by mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic mechanism.

Ex: crane, winch, forklift, davit etc.

15.10.3 Lifting Tackles

These are the aids required to suspend the load by the lifting appliance.

Ex: slings, hooks, eyebolts, baskets etc.

15.11 Precautions for Mobile Cranes

The following aspects shall be considered while working with mobile cranes for

lifting loads.

❖ The jib of the crane should not be used for any purpose other than

lifting a load vertically.

❖ Crane shall not be used for transporting loads or lateral loading of the

jib unless it is designed for these purposes.


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❖ Crane hook shall be prevented from swinging while the machine is in

transit or not in use.

❖ Height clearance on roads and load restriction on culverts shall be

checked before proceeding for the work.

15.11.1 Visibility

Use of cranes at night shall not be allowed and if required adequate

illumination and communication equipment shall be provided.

15.11.2 Wind Speed

❖ The effect of high wind on crane operation depends on many factors

such as wind speed, wind turbulence, elevation, type of load, and type

of crane etc.

❖ Operation manual instructions, crane operator experience, site

conditions, safety advice or expert advice shall be sought in doubtful

situation. Cranes with anemometer should be considered for critical

lifting operations.

15.11.3 Overloading

❖ No lifting appliance shall be used beyond its safe working load.

❖ All lifting operations must be well planned to ensure that they are

carried out safely and all foreseeable MJEPS have been taken into

account.

❖ Before lifting heavy loads, concern department shall estimate the

accurate weight of the load and based on the weight rigging group shall

select a suitable crane with sufficient safety margin. For all lifting

operations cranes with safe load indicator shall be used.


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15.11.4 Ground Condition

❖ Soil or floor condition shall be taken into account while positioning a crane Spreader mats for the outriggers shall be used on soft ground or, wherever damage to the floor is suspected.

15.12 Safe Practices in Using Cranes

Executing, development shall ensure that riggers and crane operations

are qualified, certified and competent for the task.

Crane operator shall have valid Kuwaiti construction and heavy

equipment license.

The Crane shall be certified by an approved Third Party Certificates

every 12 month.

Drop area shall be barricaded using tapes or other means in area where

operation or maintenance activities are in progress.

Outriggers shall be fully extended.

The designated rigger shall give for crane operations. He shall wear a

florescent jacket for easy visibility.

Load chart shall be available in the crane operator’s cabin.

Next due date for inspection shall be used to control swinging.

Guide rope (tag lines) shall be used to control swinging.

Communication equipment (Radios) shall be used when the

Rigger cannot give clear signals to the operator due to obstructions,

height, or distance and when the crane operator cannot see the load.

Night parking within unit areas shall not be allowed. If required, it shall

not block hydrants or any other access and 15m away from running units

with joint approval of Operations supervisor and the Safety engineer.

Critical lifting operations must be planned with extreme care and written

procedure shall be prepared.


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No one shall stand under the suspended load.

Load shall not be left suspended and unattended. Crane operator or the

rigger shall not leave the area without substitute.

Fly jib shall not be used unless it is certified. Moving along the road with

fly jib shall be minimized.

Multiple crane lifting operations must be planned with extreme care and

written procedure shall be prepared for each lifting. Wire ropes shall

remain vertical. Each crane shall be assumed to have 25% less than the

rated SWL (safe Working Load).

No passengers are allowed to ride on the body of the crane.

15.13 Boom Trucks

These are the trucks or half Lorries equipped with a telescopic boom. The

lifting mechanism shall be certified by an approved third party every 12

months.

15.14 Overhead Cranes

❖ Overhead crane shall be certified yearly by third party inspection. Safe

working loads (SWL) and next inspection due date shall be clearly

painted on the body.

❖ Maintenance access shall be kept locked.

❖ Electrical isolation shall be done before undertaking service or repair.


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15.15 Chain Blocks

Chain blocks shall be inspected yearly. The capacity and inspection due date

shall be marked on the chain block.

15.16 Fork Lifts

Forklifts shall be certified yearly and capacity shall be marked.

Reverse beeper shall be provided and no passengers are allowed to

ride on the forklifts.

While moving the load shall be kept as close to the ground as possible

and the load shall not block operators’ vision. The operator shall be

aware of height clearances.

Engine driven forklifts shall not be allowed inside buildings.

The forklift operator shall have valid Kuwaiti construction and Heavy

equipment license.

15.17 Lifting Tackles

All lifting tackles shall be inspected yearly and appropriately, color-coded.

Slings

Wire rope shall be removed from service when any defect is observed.

Eye Bolts

Great care should be taken to ensure that the thread of the eyebolt and hole

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Rope Grips

Only drop forged steel bulldog clips of either U-bolt or the double-saddle type

shall be used when using rope grips. At least three equally spaced clips with

"U” bolt of all clips on dead end of rope shall be secured.

Hooks

Hook shall be equipped with safety latch and shall always be anchored when

the crane is traveling.

Man Baskets

Safe Working Load (SWL) and the inspection due date shall be marked

on the basket. Men inside basket shall hook up safety belt to the crane

hook.

Use of man-baskets to be restricted during heavy wind, rain or sand

storms. Two guide ropes shall be used and proper radio communication

should be provided. The man-basket shall be of no wind resistant type

and the height of handrail shall be about 4 feet and the door shall have

a lock.

Davits

❖ Davits shall be inspected and certified every three years and the due

date with SWL shall be marked.

❖ Load testing of the lifting davits mounted on the equipment will be

carried out when the equipment is out of commission.


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15.18 Excavation Safety


❖ Excavation work associated with many hazards and several factors

such as nature of soil, weather condition, size, method excavation,

proximity of other structure, vehicle movement etc. need to be

considered during planning and execution of the work.

15.18.2 Hazards of Excavations:

❖ Collapse of earth work due to lack of, inadequate or weak shoring.

❖ Persons falling into excavated trench due to lack of barriers or Inadequate

fencing, warning signs and illumination.

❖ Collapsing of walls due to non-clearance of excavated soil from sides of

the excavation causing overloading.

❖ Water seepage causing drowning or collapsing of walls, failure to maintain

shoring.

❖ Persons working too close together causing hazards to each other.

❖ Asphyxiation and intoxication from exhaust gases of running engines,

contain

❖ CO & CO2 that may have accumulated in the bottom of the excavation.

❖ Asphyxiation by carbon dioxide that can be present in excavations

❖ caused by air stagnation through lack of ventilation, especially on low wind

days.

❖ Toxic or flammable gases or liquids accumulation from leaking pipelines,

buried hazardous materials/waste.


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❖ Exposure of foundations affecting or collapsing the supported structure.

❖ Workers not being provided with or not using proper tools.

❖ Workers in the excavation being struck by soil or materials falling into

the excavation.

❖ Falling into trench due to unsafe access into or out of excavation.

❖ Walls of the excavation collapse due to vehicles and equipment not

maintaining the safe distance from excavation.

❖ Vehicles being driven into excavation due to driving errors, inadequate

warning signs or absence of barriers.

❖ Damage due to striking of underground facilities such as electricity

/communication cables, oil/gas pipes and utility pipes etc.

15.18.3 Safety Precautions for Excavations

❖ Necessary work permit shall be taken for excavation such as

Excavation Authorization/Excavation permit.

❖ Temporary supports may require for excavation adjacent to buildings,

Structures, pipe tracks and shall be done the recommendations of

concerned civil engineer.

❖ Ladder shall be provided and projected a minimum of 1 meter above

the edge of the excavation and at least two means of exit for persons

working inside the trench within 7.5 meters of travel distance.

❖ Required cross-overs shall be provided and jumping across excavations

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❖ Barricade the excavation, placing of warning signs, traffic cones and

flashing lights also be provided at the edge excavation and at a safe

distance.

❖ Adequate illumination shall be maintained inside and outside excavation

if work continues in night.

❖ Excavated soil shall be kept at least 1 meter away from the edge

excavation to prevent collapse of excavation.

❖ Inspect the strutting and shoring materials before use, sheeting shall

project at least 18'' above ground level to prevent falling objects.

❖ Safe working methods shall be adopted according the conditions of soil

such as shoring, sloping/battering and steps.

❖ Daily inspection shall be done to check the shoring, sloping and

Supporting system.

❖ Trial excavation shall perform to ensure the underground facilities

before use of the excavators.

❖ Any damage to underground facilities shall be intimated immediately.

15.18.4 Excavations

❖ Obtain necessary permit in addition with Excavation Authorizations

required for the use of Excavators.

❖ Trial excavation shall be performed prior to the start of mechanical

excavation to detect underground facilities and prevent accidental

damage.

❖ A dedicated signalman shall be provided to guide the operator while

turning and reversing and shall wear identification jacket.


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❖ Operator shall stop immediately if any underground facilities found.

❖ The bucket shall always be lowered to the ground when not in use.

Excavators shall not be used for other than the intended purpose.

15.19 Compressed Gas Cylinders

15.19.1 Induction:

Compressed gas cylinders are widely used in the petroleum industry for a

variety of jobs. The purpose of this chapter is to ensure that those responsible

for handling and using of compressed gas cylinders are made aware of the

hazards and safety precautions.

15.19.2 Hazards

The hazards associated with handling and using compressed gas cylinders are:

❖ High pressure, i.e. the amount and using of stored energy of the gas in the cylinder.

❖ Flammable, toxic and other chemical hazards of the gas.

❖ Hazards involved in handling of heavy cylinders.

15.19.3 General Safety Requirements:

Following requirements, which are in line with the relevant international

standard, shall be followed while storing, handling and using of compressed

gas cylinders.

❖ The name of the gas and chemical formula of symbol shall be clearly

and legibly marked preferably on the neck (or the upper half) of the

cylinder.


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❖ The cylinder shall be color coded with cylinder color and color band as

per international codes. The basic principle of color coding is to use yellow

marking to represent toxic gas and red for flammable gas.

❖ Hazards warning labels shall be displayed on the cylinder.

❖ Users shall be fully aware of the hazards, precautions and emergency

actions. The cylinder shall have hydro-test date stamped on the neck.

❖ If the labeling is missing or illegible, the cylinder shall not be used. It

shall be returned to the supplier.

❖ Valve of the cylinder shall be protected by a cap, or a collar or a recess.

❖ All gas cylinders shall be kept upright with their valve ends up. These

shall be secured against fall by using suitable cylinder stands or chains.

❖ Empty cylinders shall be marked ‘EMPTY’ and kept separately from full

cylinders to prevent confusion and mistakes.

❖ Cylinders shall not be subjected to contact with direct flame, electric

arc, molten metal, other sources of heat, corrosive material or corrosive

environment. Measures shall be taken to prevent grit, dirt, oil, grease or

water from entering through the cylinder valves.

❖ Safety devices in valves or cylinders shall not be tampered with.

❖ Rusted or dented cylinders must not be used.

❖ Painting or repairs to cylinders, valves and safety relief devices shall be

done only by authorized and skilled person or the manufacturer of the

cylinder. Cylinder colors shall not be changed.


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15.19.4 Storage 0f Cylinders:

❖ Cylinders shall be stored in a safe (non-hazardous), dry and well-

ventilated, shaded area reserved for this purpose.

❖ Cylinders are not designed for temperature in excess of 130°F (54°C)

and therefore shall not be exposed to direct sunlight. Tarpaulins or

similar cover shall not be used in direct contact with the cylinders to

provide cover.

❖ Other flammable and combustible substances shall not be stored in the

same area. Storage area shall have adequate fire protection facilities.

❖ Oxygen or any oxidizing agent cylinders shall not be stored indoors

within 20 feet (6meters) of combustible material and cylinders

containing flammable gases. If this distance cannot have maintained,

cylinders shall be separated by a fire resistive partition of half-hour

rating.

❖ Acetylene or flammable gas cylinder storage area inside buildings shall

not exceed 2,500 cu. ft. (70cu.m.) of gas or 735 lbs. (334kgs.) water

capacity of liquefied gas.

❖ Cylinders approved for stacking horizontally shall use large wedges at

each end of stack and shall not be stacked more than four high.

❖ Cylinders shall be stored on a level, fire-proof. They should be

protected from direct contact with moist ground to prevent rusting.

❖ Smoking and any other source of ignition shall not be permitted inside

storage area having flammable gas cylinders. ‘No Smoking’ signs shall

be displayed. Electrical fittings shall conform to area classification.

❖ Only authorized and trained personnel shall be permitted to have

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Prevent tampering. The names of gases to be stored in cylinder

storage area shall be posted clearly above each type of gas.

❖ Cylinders shall not be stored under refrigeration without the approval of

the supplier. Many steels undergo decreased ductility at low

temperatures.

15.19.5 Handling of Cylinders

❖ Cylinders shall be handled with care and shall not be dropped, thrown

about or allowed to strike violently with each other.

❖ Cylinders shall not be misused as rollers, supports or for and other

similar purpose.

❖ Cylinders shall be transported on a hand or motorized truck shall be

secured to prevent colliding with each other during transportation.

Smaller cylinders weighing less than 20 kilos may be rolled on bottom

edge but shall not be dragged.

❖ Valves of empty cylinders shall be closed and valve protection caps

replaced before returning to warehouse/suppliers. Cylinders shall not

be lifted with magnets, chains or slings.

❖ A properly designed cradle shall be used for lifting.

❖ Always consider cylinders as full and handle them with care.

15.19.6 Using Cylinders

❖ Cylinders shall be kept away from hazard of falling objects.

❖ These shall be secured by chaining or using a trolley/floor support.

❖ Metal cap to protect cylinder valve shall only be removed immediately

prior to use. Cap shall be preferably chained to avoid loss.

❖ The threads on regulator or any other fitting shall not match those on


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the cylinder valve outlet. Force shall not be used on connections that do

not fit.

❖ Cylinder valves shall be opened slowly for use. A cylinder not provided

with a hand-wheel valve shall be opened with a standard spindle key to

avoid damage to the spindle.

❖ The spindle key shall be kept in place for quick emergency shutdown. If

the valve cannot be opened with usual force the cylinder shall be

returned to the supplier. Never strike by a hammer to open the valve.

❖ Cylinders shall not be used without a pressure regulator attached to the

cylinder valve. When cylinders are attached to a manifold, the pressure

regulator should be attached to the manifold header.

❖ Before making connection to a cylinder valve outlet, the valve should be

cracked open for an instant to blow away dust particles.

❖ The valve opening shall be pointed away from personnel and sources of

ignition. Grit, dirt, oil or dirty water should not be allowed to enter

cylinder valve sockets. Regulators and pressure gauges designed and

intended for use with particular gas or group of gases shall not be used

on cylinders containing other gases.

❖ Before removing a regulator from a cylinder valve, the cylinder valve

shall be closed and gas released from the regulator.

❖ The cylinder valve shall be closed tightly before attempting to stop a

leak between cylinder and regulator.

❖ Oil or grease shall not be used as a lubricant on valve, regulator or

other fittings of oxygen cylinders. Oxygen cylinder and its fittings shall

be kept away from oil and grease and shall not be handled with oily

hands, gloves or clothing.

❖ Oxygen shall not be used as a substitute for compressed air.


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❖ Cylinders shall not be brought inside confined spaces for use.

❖ Different gas cylinders being used at one area must be kept Segregated

and properly marked.

❖ User shall test suspected leaks in fittings with soapy water and Brush

but never with a flame.

15.19.7 Regulations

❖ Regulators are the delicate piece of equipment and shall be handled

carefully. It shall not be dropped or subjected to shock.

❖ Regulators or pressure reducing valves shall be used on allgas Cylinders

to maintain a uniform gas supply at the desired pressure.

❖ Each regulator shall be equipped with a high pressure (contents)gauge

and a low-pressure (working) gauge.

❖ Oxygen regulator shall be equipped with a safety relief valve or shall be so

designed that broken parts will not fly in the events of a diaphragm

rupture.

❖ Regulators designed for oxygen shall not be used for fuel gases or vice-

versa. To protect against this hazard, the regulators are painted in

different color and are provided with different threads. Right hand threads

are provided for regulators to be used with oxygen and non-combustible

gases, while left-hand threads are provided for acetylene and combustible

gases.

❖ Leaky or "creeping” regulators are a source of hazard and shall not be

used without being repaired. A leak or creep is indicated by a steady

build-up of pressure on low pressure gauge when consumption is not

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❖ Repair to the regulator shall be done by authorization service personnel

only. When regulators are connected and not in use, the pressure

adjusting device should be released. Cylinder valves shall not be opened

until the regulator is drained of gas and pressure and adjusting device or

regulator is fully released. High pressure dial gauges shall have safety

vent covers to protect the operator from flying parts in case of an internal

explosion. Pressure gauges recommended by supplier of the regulators

shall only be used.

15.19.8 Hoses and Connections

❖ Use of unnecessary long hose shall be avoided. Where long hoses are

used, care should be taken that they do not become kinked or tangled.

❖ Leaking hoses shall be repaired by cutting the hose and inserting a

splice. They shall not be repaired using tapes.

❖ Hose shall be protected from hot/sharp objects, grease and oil. They

shall be stored in a cool place.

❖ When oxygen and acetylene hoses are taped together for convenience,

not more than 4 inch of each 12-inch length should be taped.

❖ Hoses with an external metallic braiding (cover) shall not used.

❖ Connections for joining the hose nipple to the torches and regulators

shall be either the ferrule or the clamp type. Gaskets shall not be used.

Lengths of hoses with the ends firmly attached to nipples having

screwed unions suitable for connecting to standard regulator outlets

and torch inlets should be preferred.

❖ Hoses shall be inspected daily prior to use and checked for cuts,

cracks, wear and tear and physical deterioration. Damaged hoses shall

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❖ Hoses should be laid in an orderly manner to avoid damage and Tripping hazards.

15.19.9 Manifolds

❖ Cylinders are manifold to centralize the gas supply and to provide gas

continuously, at a higher rate than possible from a single cylinder.

❖ Manifolds of suitable design for particular gas and service shall be

selected.

❖ Manifold shall be obtained from and installed under the supervision of a

reliable manufacturer familiar with safe practices in construction and

use of manifolds.

❖ Manifolds shall be pressure tested periodically and due date shall be

marked.

❖ One or more permanently mounted regulators shall be provided to

reduce and regulate the pressure of the gas flowing from the manifold.

❖ Oxygen manifolds shall be located away from flammable material.

❖ Oxygen manifold shall not be located in close proximity to cylinders of

flammable gases. There should be a fire resistant partition of 1/2-hour

rating between an ' oxygen manifold and combustible gas cylinders

unless the manifold and cylinders are separated 50-ft (15m).

❖ For acetylene manifold a hydraulic flesh arrestor, with relief valve set at

15 to 20 psi shall be installed between the regulator and distribution

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15.19.10 Cylinder Emergencies

❖ Minor leak shall be arrested by tightening the packing nut or closing the

cylinder valve.

❖ If the above does not stop the leak or the leak from the fuse plug or

other safety device, cylinder shall be removed outdoors to a well-

ventilated area away from any source of ignition. The contents of the

cylinder should be allowed to disperse into the atmosphere under

carefully controlled and supervised conditions. If it cannot be moved,

location shall be evacuated and area barricaded. Fire and Safety

Department shall be informed.

❖ Minor fire shall be extinguished if possible, by closing the cylinder valve

or use of water, wet cloth, or fire extinguisher. Leak shall be attended

thereafter.

❖ If the results from an unstoppable leak, cylinder shall be kept wet by wet

water fog and allowed to burn in controlled manner.

❖ If the cylinder is engulfed in external fire, it shall be kept wet and

removed if possible.

15.20 Confined Space Safety


Confined Space is any space large enough for a man to enter where, there

could be presence of hazardous material, or there is likelihood of deficiency

of oxygen, or Access or exit is difficulty or restricted. To provide safe working

conditions in a confined space, special precautions, work permit system and

Confined space Entry Authorization required to be followed to ensure the

safe working.


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Some Examples for the confined space for:

1. Vessels, tanks, furnaces, pits, manholes, sewers,

2. Excavation deeper than 1.2 meters,

3. Floating roof entry when the roof is more than 3 meters down from the

top, etc.

15.20.2 Confined Space Hazards

❖ Oxygen deficiency

❖ Presence of toxic corrosive or hazardous materials (H2S, NH3, S or C

dust).

❖ Presence of flammable, combustible, explosive or pyrophoric Material

(hydrocarbon, sludge)

❖ Restricted access - Limited number of entry/exit points (ex. Single man

way)

❖ Restriction to freedom of movement inside confined space (ex.Trays)

❖ Falling/tripping hazards

❖ Poor illumination/visibility/communication

❖ High temperature & humidity

❖ Electrical, static or radioactive hazards

❖ Mechanical hazards (ex. Tank mixers, falling objects such as tools,

refractory)


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15.20.3 Confined Space Entry- Special Precautions

❖ The personnel's involved in confined space entry shall be trained in

confined space hazards, rescue procedures, and the training shall be

done prior to entry in confined space.

❖ Keep this Authorization available at the man way with associated work

permit Provide positive isolation by blinding (spading) blanking or other

means and Check at every renewal. Do not disturb once isolated. Valve

closure alone is not acceptable.

❖ The confined space entry shall have made safe by adopting methods

such as venting, draining, steaming, washing, depressurizing and

ventilating. Radiation source shall be removed.

❖ Isolate any power driven internal equipment. Use multi lock/Tag out

procedure. Maintain continuous and adequate ventilation using

educator/ blower/A.C.

❖ Never use utility/instrument/compressed air directly or oxygen for

ventilation. Adopt Grounding/bonding method for educators/blowers to

avoid static current. Provide adequate lighting using explosion proof

type and 24 volts max.

❖ Provide easy access for entry/exit.

❖ Gas test shall be done by authorized Gas tester prior to start of the

work and fresh gas test shall be done at regular intervals.

❖ Entry without BA not allowed if LEL more than 10% or toxic gases

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❖ Do not use canister/cartridge MJEPS. Use airline mask along with

standby escape set.

❖ Only trained and medically fit persons must use BA, proof for the same

shall made available for the inspection.

❖ Display "No entry without air-mask” sign at man way in inert and toxic

confined spaces.

❖ Do not allow entry even with BA if LEL more than 20% or H2S more

than100 ppm or CO more than 500 ppm.

❖ Scales/sludge inside to be kept wet during ventilation, removal and after

removal.

❖ Provide reliable communication system between attendant and workers

inside. Men inside must come out if attendant leave or if ventilation or

Communication is interrupted.

15.20.4 Confined Space Attendant Duties

❖ Keep Rescue equipment ready (ex. Reactors: air winch with stand by

rope-grip and elevator or crane with basket.

❖ He must have same PPE as people working inside confined space.

❖ Maintain count of entrants and identify who is inside (use Attendance

sheet) attached.

❖ Frequently communicate with entrants.

❖ Remains at man way during entry until relieved.

❖ Do not attempt rescue by putting own life in danger. Do the rescue as

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❖ Do not allow unauthorized persons to enter.

❖ Do not perform any other duty which can interfere with Attendant’s duty.

❖ Wear distinguished jacket for easy identification.

❖ Evacuate confined space if any hazardous condition is detected.

15.20.5 Attendant 'S Qualification

❖ Knows the hazards that may be exposed during entry, including signs or

symptoms and consequences of the exposure.

❖ Able to read and write.

❖ Trained and certified (holding certification card)

❖ Aware of possible behavioral effects of hazards exposure.

15.20.6 IDLH Confined Space Entry

❖ In IDLH atmospheres a common communication link system should be

provided moreover, used by personnel who are entering, standby, and

maintaining the life support system.

❖ In IDLH atmospheres additional help shall be readily available (ex.

Radio, plant paging system, break glass alarm).

❖ If communication is interrupted, entrants shall be evacuated.

❖ In IDLH atmospheres, entrants shall wear SCBA or airline mask

Attached with stand-by escape set. Rescue arrangements shall be

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15.20.7 Inert Entry

❖ Inert is adopted when it is impossible to gas free below 20% LEL and/or

presence of pyrophoric material.

❖ Inert atmospheres are IDLH due to oxygen deficiency.

❖ Oxygen shall not exceed 5% & continuously monitored.

❖ Hydrocarbon shall below 100% LEL at the man way. LEL reading inside

is not required.

❖ Issuer shall alert the attendant to evacuate entrants if oxygen level is

exceeded.

❖ Audiovisual alarm is recommended.

❖ Attendant and others outside wear respiratory protection if the effluent

from the confined space contaminates the air.

❖ Independent source air for different people with low pressure alarm and

escape cylinder attached to waist shall be provided.

❖ Only N2 driven power tools shall be used recommended.

15.20.8 Entry to Live Floating Roof

❖ Floating roof tanks are used in oil industry to store volatile liquid

hydrocarbons like naphtha and gasoline to reduce the evaporation loss.

❖ Entry to a floating roof may be required for inspection, checking the

condition of the seal, cleaning, maintenance, manual dipping and

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❖ Since it is possible for hydrocarbon vapor to accumulate from the

release of vapor through vents, roof legs and the seal, a floating roof is

considered as a hazardous confined space when the roof is more than

3 meters below the top of tank shell.

❖ Hence except blinding and mechanical ventilation, other confined space

entry precautions shall be followed.

❖ Operation or any other person shall not enter alone to a floating floor.

❖ Gas meter or personal gas monitor with 20% LEL alarm shall always be

available with entrants and they shall not come out on alarm.

❖ Entrants shall be equipped with SCBA on their back and ready to wear

if the LEL exceeds 10%. H2S measurement is also required if the

product is contaminated.

❖ Tank shall not receive or discharge product during the entry period.

15.20.9 Confined Space Preparations

❖ Entrance shall be trained in confined spaces hazards & rescue.

❖ Executor shall ensure entrants have valid training cards and brief them

about the hazards & precautions prior to entry.

❖ Work within the confined space will require hot or cold work permit,

excavation authorization, etc. Disconnected lines shall be blind flanged.

❖ Follow blinding & tagging procedure. Make confined space by

depressurizing, venting, draining, steaming, washing, and ventilating.

Radiation sources if any shall be removed. Pneumatic or steam driven

equipment if any shall also be Disconnected.

❖ Fall arrestors should be provided where required. At least 2 man ways

shall be open in every chamber of vessel for proper ventilation.


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❖ In single man way vessels, dropping of a spool piece or disconnecting

and misaligning a line shall be adopted. Air intake of forced ventilation

equipment shall be from an uncontaminated location.

❖ All entrants shall wear personnel H2S monitors. If confined space may

become unsafe during entry (e.g. from emission of fumes from sludge

or deposits contained in the space or welding fumes or inserting),

continuous gas monitoring is required. Ventilating vessels can make

spontaneous ignition containing pyrophoric scales. Inert entry with

required safety precautions or handling pyrophoric in wet condition shall

be adopted.

❖ Where vessels shall display green “ENTRY ALLOWED WITH PERMIT

AND ATTENDANT PRESENT” sign at authorized entry point(s) while

attendant is present.

❖ Executor shall display red “NO ENTRY” signs or tape barricade at many

ways not approved for entry and also at authorized entry point during

break times or when the attendant is away. One confined space with

single controlled entry point should have one attendant and one entry

permit which indicate maximum allowed in at a time irrespective of

number of groups working. When different crafts are involved, use of a

common attendant with the consent of the attendant’s supervisor and

common entry permit countersigned by other executors is acceptable.

❖ Use of one attendant for may space or many man ways of large

confined space is acceptable with approval of Client's Safety

Department, provided he can effectively control and communicate with

all entrants directly or through intermediaries.


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15.20.10 Communication

❖ If the attendant cannot directly and effectively communicate visually or

by voice with the entrants, effective means of communication shall be

available (example: Rope, radio no movement alarm, intermediate

man). Intrinsically safe hands free communication sets should be

preferred.

❖ When using lifeline (rope) communication attendant and the entrants

shall follow the standard signals as given below.

In IDLH atmospheres a common communication link system should be

provided and used by personnel who are entering, standby, and maintaining

the life support system. In IDLH atmospheres means to summon additional

help shall be readily available (ex. Radio, plant paging system, break glass

S.no: Signal on line Given by wearer Given by attendant

1 1 Pull I am all right Are you all right

2 2 Pulls Pay out more line I am paying more line

3 3 Pulls-pause Stop paying out I am ceasing paying out

4 2 pulls Or lowering Or lowering

5 4 pulls Haul in slack or haul up I am hauling lower or up

6

Repeated sharp

pulls Danger-help me out

Danger-I am hauling You

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alarm). A confined space entry attendance sheet shall be maintained. If

communication is interrupted, entrants shall be evacuated.

15.21 Safety Requirements for Inspection of Gases

Gas detection is required for hot work and vessel, vehicle entry and may be

required for some cold work and excavations. The work permit includes a

section on initial gas tests, which may be used in place of a gas free

certificate. The readings obtained by the gas tester are to be recorded on the

work permit and signature by him to indicate that it is safe to proceed with

work.

The gas test shall be made at the commencement of the work. The

circumstance will also determine the need for continuous gas monitoring either

by manual interment means or by a continuous sampling device with audible

and visible warning. (Portable multi gas detectors) The requirement of the gas

test and interval shall be mentioned in the work permit.

Gas test normally carried out prior to the commencement of hot work and

confined space entry for checking of hydrocarbon contents in the air. The

presence of the toxic vapors or gases is known or suspected, a toxic gas test

shall be made and the result shall be entered.

Where H2S is normally present or where H2S is suspected, the test shall be

done and the result must be entered in the work permit.

The Gas tester for the project shall be Safety supervisor and they shall

undergo the training from the client (if any).

The qualified personnel shall be authorized to carry out the gas test prior to the

commencement of work (required).

The test device shall be multi gas detector and necessary calibration certificate

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15.22 H2S Safety

Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a highly toxic, colorless gas (transferring), 1.2 times

heavier than air, soluble in water, it has an offensive odor of rotten eggs in low

concentrations and at slightly higher concentrations may have a sick sweet

odor. It is produced in toxic concentrations along with crude oil, water, gas.

Activities in suspected areas that may lead to exposure include, but are not

limited to, gauging tanks, repairing leaks, working in confined spaces, or

cleaning and repairing tanks and vessels. H2S is a flammable and produces

toxic sulfur dioxide when burned.

H2S may also be present around operations at wells, ditches, sewers and

evaporation pounds.

15.22.1 Properties of H2s

❖ Deadly, extremely toxic gas.

❖ Colorless (Transparent)

❖ Heavier than air, tends to settlein low lying areas. { vapor density1.189 ( Air-1.0)}

❖ Readily dispersed by wind or air movement.

❖ Burns with blue flame, producing SO2 which is also toxic.

❖ Odor of rotten egg only in lower concentrations, in high concentrations it deadens the sense of smell.

❖ Highly corrosive to certain metals.

❖ Flammable and forms explosive mixtures with air or oxygen.

15.22.2 Hazards

❖ H2S is an extremely irritating gas. The potential hazard is asphyxiation

by inhalation of the gas.

❖ H2S reduces the oxygen carrying capacity of the bloodstream,

depressing the nervous system.


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❖ High concentrations can result in immediate collapse and death from

respiratory failure and asphyxiation.

❖ Exposure to concentrations of H2S greater than 600 ppm can cause

immediate death.

The rotten egg odor of H2S is not a reliable warning sign because

higher concentrations temporarily deaden the sense of smell. An

exposed person may not detect the presence of H2S and,

consequently inhale lethal amounts.

15.22.3 Effects on different Concentrations of H2S

Concentration ( PPM )

Potential Effects

0.13 ppm Minimal perceptible odor.

4.6 ppm Easily detectable, Moderate odor.

10 ppm Beginning of eye irritation.

27 ppm Strong, unpleasant odor, but not intolerable.

100 ppm Coughing, eye irritations, loss of sense of smell after two to five

Minutes.

200-300 ppm Eye inflammation and respiratory tract inflammation after one hour.

500-700 ppm Loss of consciousness and possible death in 30 minutes to one

hour.

700-1000 ppm Rapid unconsciousness at once, cessation (stopping or pausing) of

respiration and death.

1000-2000 ppm

Unconsciousness at once, with early cessation of respiration and death in a few minutes.


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15.22.4 Detection of H2s

Various types of monitoring equipment are available to determine the

presence of H2S.These includes hand pumps with detector tubes, direct

reading portable monitors, fixed monitor/alarm systems, and personal

monitor/alarm systems. The safety engineer/Safety supervisor shall receive

the training to Multi Gas detector and authorized Gas tester card shall be

obtained from client safety department (if required) The Multi gas Detector

shall be calibrated and tested.

15.22.5 Training

Employees shall not be allowed to work in H2S area without receiving training

on potential hazards associated with H2S.This training shall be done at least

annually or each individual job requires.

15.23 Radiation Safety

Radiography is used for the purposes of detecting cracks in metal and also for

measuring metal thickness. The inspection of pipeline field weld is made in

the field pipelines are laid in the ground, the pipe lengths are welded together,

a certain percentage of the welds is inspected radiologically. This method of

inspection verifies the quality of the welding and provides for the correction of

improper welding techniques. The danger of accidental or careless exposure

to ionizing radiation is the major hazard in radiography.


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15.23.1 Radiation Safety Program

The project Management shall be establishing radiation safety training for all

individuals and employees working with radiography. The project

management shall be kept informed of the storage, transfer or use of the

radioactive materials. The project Management shall also establish radiation

safety responsibilities for all levels of individuals whose functions are related

to radiation.

15.23.2 Precautions

❖ Emergency procedures for radiation safety should be posted with the

required warning signs at the access to all areas where ionizing

radiation conditions exist.

❖ Depending on the level of radiation present, employees should be

provided with personal dosimeters and proper protective clothing.

❖ Access to areas in which radioactive area are present should be

restricted by barricading and provide necessary warning boards to be

provided.

15.24 Ordnance Safety

Possibilities of mines / Ordinances in underground may be throughout the

cross country by the invasion of Iraqis. Mines can cause heavy damage to the

properties and severe injuries to the individuals.

The following procedures to be followed when detecting mines and

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15.24.1 Procedure

❖ Do not touch the foreign objects (Mines)

❖ Immediately alert the employees who are working nearby.

❖ Inform to the Supervisor

❖ Place identification near the foreign object (mines)

❖ Barricade the area and place warning signs

❖ Supervisor has to inform safety supervisor / safety engineer.

❖ Inform to Fire & Safety division of Kuwait/Client's safety department.

15.25 Painting, Coating and Spraying

❖ Only approved containers and portable tanks will be used for storage

and handling flammable and combustible liquids. Grounding and

bonding between containers will be maintained when transporting

flammable liquids.

❖ Flammable or combustible liquids will not be stored in areas used for

exits, stairways, or normally used for the safe passage of people. No

more five (5) gallons of flammable or twenty-five (25) gallons of

combustible liquids will be stored in a room outside of an approved

storage cabinet.

❖ Areas in which flammable or combustible liquids are transferred will be

separated for other operations by twenty-five (25) feet distance of by a

five (5') feet barrier having a fire resistance of at least one-hour.

❖ Flammable liquids will be kept in closed containers when not actually in

Use. Flammable liquids may be use only where there are no open

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hot metal surfaces, high temperature water pipes, etc.) Within fifty (50)

feet of the operation, unless conditions warrant greater clearance.

❖ "No Smoking-Open Flames" signs will be posted at all spraying areas

and paint storage rooms.

❖ The solids of substances to be sprayed mat are considered toxic.

❖ These solids may contain antimony, lead, silica or zinc. The solvents

used (toluene, xylene, etc.) may be harmful to the lungs or skin if

persons are exposed to levels higher than the recommended PPM

doses. For further and detailed information, reference will be made to

container labels and Manufacturers / suppliers MSDS for details on

harmful health defects and the necessary.

❖ Persons spray painting will use approved respiratory and skin

protection.

❖ When coating and spraying materials used in confined spaces

containing toxic ingredients, and approved respirator will be used. All

conductive objects in the spraying area will be grounded.

❖ Should paint spillage occur it must be cleaned up immediately in

accordance with the instructions on the container label, MSDS and

COSHH instructions.

❖ All spraying areas will be provided with a ventilation adequate to

remove flammable vapor and mists to a safe level to confine and

control combustible residues. Mechanical ventilation, when necessary,

will be in operation at all times while spraying operations are being

conducted and for a sufficient time thereafter to allow vapors to be

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TITLE: WASTE MANAGEMENT

16.0 WASTE MANAGEMENT

16.1 SCOPE

The underlying principles of environmental protection by the company are, as

follows:

❖ To promote the protection of the environments this may be affected by

the Activities/operations and seek continuous improvement in

efficiency of use of natural resources and energy.

❖ To establish and institutionalize the waste management procedure,

the oil and Chemical spill contingency measures, spills clean-up

methods, spill prevention and reporting procedures and restoration

procedures.

16.2 WASTE MANAGEMENT PROCEDURE

16.2.1 INTRODUCTION

This procedure is written to ensure that all wastes generated by MJEPS and

its Sub-contractors shall be properly handled, stored and disposed.

Separate covered, self-closing, non-flammable/non-reactive containers shall

be provided for the collection of garbage, oily, flammable and dangerous

wastes. The containers shall be labeled with a description of the contents.

Ferrous waste/unused material shall be transported and stored in MJEPS

yard or Client Approved Designated Area.


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16.2.2 LIST OF HAZARDS AND NON-HAZARDS WASTE:

1) Solid waste materials are composed of Hazards, non-hazards and debris.

❖ Hazard waste is composed of metals, brass, paint containers, valves and

pipes, Aluminum, Welding particles, Chemical waste, etc.

❖ Non- Hazard waste is composed of papers, plastics, woods, rubber, office

garbage, asbestos, P.V.C. pipes, etc.

❖ Debris is composed of concrete, bricks, soil and etc.

2) Hydrocarbons arecomposed sludge and contaminated soil, liquids (oil, diesel,

lube- oil, kerosene) and etc.

3) Sewage

4) Sludge and contaminated soil

5) Chemical Waste

16.2.3 WASTE MANAGEMENT POLICY

1. Concerned managers, engineers, foreman, and supervisors shall

secure permits and approval of the clients before dumping the waste

generated from operations to their designated treatment and dumping area.

MJEPS shall provide Waste manifest according to the type of the wastes. They

shall use designated Tip sites as recommended, guidelines, regulation by KEPA

and Clients Fire and Safety Regulation and Health & Environment which the

waste material should be disposed. In the waste manifest form shall give the

full details such as type of the waste, waste source location, name of the

waste, hazard classification, waste container type etc. The following are the

common waste which is generated in the worksite.


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2. Solid Waste:

❖ Ferrous Materials shall be transferred and stored to MJEPS Store Crap

Yard or approved by a Client designation area. Sub-contractors shall be

responsible in transferring and removing their scrap ferrous materials.

❖ Non Ferrous Materials and debris shall be dumped regularly at MJEPS

Designated dumping area or approval by Client designated area.

3. Liquids such as used diesel, oil, kerosene, lube-oil, etc. shall be properly

stored drum or tank containers and disposed to designated dumping

area approval by KEPA or Client designated area

4. Sludge and contaminated soil, etc. shall be transferred to Client

designated treatment site or if not available, MJEPS concerned

personnel shall find means to dispose of the sludge and contaminated

soil.

5. In the event of oil spill or leaks, the contaminated soil shall be

immediately removed and transferred to the Client designated area.

Clean soil shall be used to replace and level the damage site.

6. Sewage shall be disposed or transferred regularly to the Municipal

Sewage dumping site.

7. Sewage disposal program shall include but not limited to the following:

❖ Sewage shall be collected through a sewage network of P.V.C.

pipes sloping a minimum of 0.05%.

❖ All pipes shall be of a diameter 150 mm except if otherwise

indicated on the drawings.

❖ Manholes and inspection chambers shall be located as indicated

on the drawings.


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❖ These shall be constructed of C.M.U. Block work, which shall be

plastered from the outside and benched from the inside. Cast Iron

covers shall be provided of a medium duty for residential areas

and heavy duty at vehicle routes

❖ Sewage lines shall be connected to Client Sewage Treatment

Plant if available.

❖ If the Client Sewer System is not available for use, then;

❖ The System shall be drawn to a septic tank (s)

❖ The septic tank(s) shall be a 6 mm underground steel tank.

❖ The inside dimensions of the tank(s) shall be based on the

maximum load of resident persons.

❖ Cesspit emptier shall be used whenever a septic tank shall is full

and shall be treated and emptied outside the camp area in an

approved location designated by the Client.

8. Chemical Waste shall be stored in an appropriate container and labeled

"Chemical Waste Disposal ". Plastic containers are preferred to use.

Secure and leak-proofs lids are required for all containers. Chemical

waste shall be disposed of in Clients designated area or by KEPA

approved area or MJEPS or concerned personnel shall find means to

dispose of the chemical waste. Consult the Materials Safety Data Sheet

(MSDS) for the correct handling, disposal and cleanup of the chemical

waste

9. All concerned employees who violate the waste management policy shall

subject to proper disciplinary actions.

10. Failure by the sub-contractors to comply shall empower the MJEPS to

clear away such rubbish and surplus materials and deduct twice shall all


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the cost and expenses incurred therein, from any money due or which

may become due to the sub-contractor, or recover the same as debt

from the sub-contractor. Further action shall be taken against sub-

contractor as deemed necessary.

11. Garbage disposal shall include but not limited to the following:

❖ Garbage containers with tight fitting lids shall be distributed

throughout the site to prevent dispersion of litter, at locations

acceptable to the Client.

❖ The garbage shall be collected daily and transported to an

approved transfer station prior to final disposal by land filling, if not

available, transferred immediately to municipal dumping site.

❖ Locations for transfer stations shall be designated by the Client.

The transfer stations shall be fenced, if required, to prevent

dispersion of litter.

❖ Garbage shall be transported from the transfer station to a sanitary

landfill approved by the Client in consultation with Local

Authorities. The landfill design shall be in accordance with

appropriate codes and standards. Burning of the wastes may be

permitted only if approved by the Client and Local Authorities.

❖ A regular program for spraying shall be conducted to sanitize the

collections to prevent the wastes from becoming offensive.

Precautions to prevent fly breeding and vermin information shall be

maintained throughout, from collection to final disposal.


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16.2.4 OIL AND CHEMICAL SPILL CONTINGENCY MEASURES:

1. Project Safety Engineer/Officer shall be the coordinator for oil and

chemical spill emergencies and he shall be provided with appropriate

communication facilities.

2. MJEPS Group Co. W.L.L. shall:

❖ Provide induction training and instructions to the workforce before

commencing any construction activity.

❖ Display Emergency Procedures including emergency contact

numbers at all prominent locations.

❖ Ensure availability of empty drums/barrels, absorbent material

and spill kits at site.

3. In case of minor oil/chemical spill, site supervisor shall immediately:

❖ Notify the concerned department for an appropriate action

❖ Notify the” Client Fire Station” and Client Project Representative

❖ Clean up the affected area and dispose the collected waste

correctly

4. In case of major oil/chemical spill, site supervisor shall immediately notify

the following departments/personnel (as a minimum):

❖ Client Fire Station

❖ Client Hospital (only if medical services needed)

❖ Area HSE Team

❖ Client Project Representative

❖ Project Manager


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❖ Safety Engineer/Officer

5. Operatives without any defined task shall leave the site and assemble at

designated assembly point.

6. MJEPS shall:

❖ Provide first aid, in case required, till the arrival of ambulance.

❖ Follow the instructions of the "Client Fire Station” staff and shall

provide assistance to them upon their arrival at site.

❖ Provide assistance to other support services upon their arrival at

site.

❖ Make, so far as is reasonably practical, spill containment

arrangements till the arrival of support services.

❖ Barricade the affected area and display proper warning signs.

❖ Make temporary access ways and assist in regulating the traffic

by placing trained flagmen and displaying adequate traffic signs

in case regular road ways/access ways are affected.

❖ Record the sequence of events.

16.2.5 CHEMICAL STORAGE ARRANGEMENTS

❖ All chemicals at site shall be stored separately in accordance

with Manufacturer's instructions and access to such chemicals

must be limited to authorized persons.

❖ MSDS of stored chemicals should be available at site and copies

shall be forwarded to Area HSE team.


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❖ Only minimum quantities of chemicals/solvents shall be retained

at site.

❖ Appropriate type of fire extinguishers as mentioned in the MSDS

shall be provided.

❖ Sufficient quantity of appropriate PPE for handling chemicals shall

be available at site.

❖ Only trained personnel shall handle the chemicals.

❖ Men employed in mixing paints shall be equipped with appropriate

PPE.

❖ At least 5% airspace shall be allowed for the expansion of liquids

stored in closed containers.

16.2.6 SPILL PREVENTION AND REPORTING PROCEDURES

1. MJEPS employees are trained and shall be retrained to implement spill

prevention practices for work with and around oil/chemical sources. They

shall use common sense and rely on spill prevention practices at all

times to minimize the potential for a release of oil/chemical.

For example, the following “spill prevention” practices are recommended:

❖ Keep container lids securely fastened at all times.

❖ Do not leave portable sources unattended (outside).

❖ Return portable sources to their storage location after use.


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❖ Use pads, drip pans, and funnels when transferring petroleum

products/chemicals from a portable container.

❖ Protect oil/chemical sources from damage by moving equipment.

❖ Loading and unloading of petroleum products/chemicals

shall be attended at all times.

❖ Do not tamper with valves, drain lines etc.

2. Relevant work permits shall be obtained from the concerned authorities

and all instructions/conditions mentioned in the said permits shall be

adhered to before commencing any works on pipelines and pipeline

fittings.

3. Every effort shall be made at all times to avoid spillage or escape of any

materials, which would cause ground, air or sea pollution and create a

hazard to persons, plant or buildings.

4. Where small escapes of liquids are unavoidable drip trays or if

necessary larger receptacles must be provided.

5. The source of any leakage must be established without delay and

steps taken to isolate it.

6. Free oil lying on a soil surface must be removed as quickly as possible in

order to prevent seepage into the subsoil.

7. Client Fire Station and all concerned Client Departments must be notified

immediately in case of any oil/chemical spill.


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REPORTING PROCEDURE:

When reporting an oil spill or release of hazardous substance, speak clearly and

give the following information: -

❖ Name and organization.

❖ Telephone number or radio channel.

❖ Exact location of the incident.

❖ Source or cause of the release or spill.

❖ Type of material(s) released or spilled.

❖ Quantity of material(s) released or spilled.

❖ Any imminent danger/threat posed by the release or spill.

❖ Any casualties.

❖ Corrective action taken.

❖ Has the message repeated back to ensure understanding?

16.2.7 SITE SANITARY ARRANGEMENTS

1. DRINKING WATER

❖ An adequate supply of drinking water shall be provided.

Cool water shall be provided during hot weather.

❖ Drinking water shall be supplied from approved sources.

❖ Approved potable water systems shall be used for the distribution of

drinking water

❖ Drinking water shall be dispensed in a manner which prevents

contamination Between the consumer and the source


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2. FRESH WATER & POWER SUPPLY

Fresh water and power supply point shall be made available by the

Client.

Fresh water tank shall be placed on an elevated platform specifically

erected for the purpose.

3. TOILETS

❖ The toilet rooms shall be equipped with a toilet (pedestal type),

washbasin with hot and cold water, water heater, wall mirror and

shower.

❖ Untreated sewage shall not be disposed to the ground.

❖ Sewage shall be disposed underground through a fiberglass septic

underground tank.

❖ Septic tank shall be emptied, if required, using vacuum tankers.


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TITLE: HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROCEDURE

17.0 HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROCEDURE

All work activities to be performed at project sites shall be executed in a safe

and controlled manner by identifying the hazards, analyzing and controlling

the same. Any hazard identified by any one at project sites shall be

communicated to any one of the following MJEPS personnel immediately for

their handling / control.

❖ Project Safety Engineer

❖ Project Safety Supervisor

❖ Project Manager

The Control hazard shall be exercised mainly by following means

Estimation or control of hazard by substituting at with a non-hazardous

alternative to the extent possible.

Provide / Display material safety data sheets of hazardous material and

exercise the precautions recommended there-in. Limited number of persons

exposed to hazard

MJEPS Safety Engineer / Supervisor to conduct regular checks for the

adherence to the above.

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TITLE: WORKING IN HOT WEATHER / HUMID CONDITIONS

18.0 WORKING IN HOT WEATHER / HUMID CONDITIONS

18.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN EXTREME HEAT

As per the requirement & law of Ministry of Social Affairs Kuwait for the year

20052006. Working time of all employees under hot and humid condition as

per Ministry decree 157/2005 that bans the work in open areas from 12:00 -

16:00 hours from June 1st to Step.1st.

Working near furnace or boiler can be extremely uncomfortable job, because

some heat is generally lost to the surrounding air.

Being aware of the various types of illness, symptoms and preventive steps

will help you deal with the heat.

The effects of various temperatures on human body are listed below:

TEMPERATURE RANGE

EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE

0-25 Comfortable, depending on amount of

exertion

25-40

Uncomfortable, but bearable for short Period of light exertion.

40-80 Pain and injury are possible

80-100 Painful, harmful and possibly fatal.

100-115 Fatal

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The effects vary with humidity and with the amount of radiated heat.

18.2 WHAT IS HEAT STRESS?

❖ Working or playing where it is hot puts stress on our body's cooling system.

❖ When the heat is combined with other stress such as hard physical work,

loss of fluids, fatigue or some medical condition's it may lead to heat

related illness, disability and even death.

❖ Then can happen to anybody even if you are young and fit.

❖ Ensure adequate supply of water. Have access to shade work managed

to reduce the potential ill effects.

18.3 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS:

Hydrations:

The best way to avoid heat strokes and other heat disorders is to your

body well hydrated. Drink a lot of water if you are exercising or working in

hot conditions. Doctors usually recommend consuming either or more

glasses or water per day.

Ventilation:

Remain in cool areas where your body can cool itself. If working in hot

conditions, try to take a break to regain energy and to avoid overexposure

to the sun.

Clothing:

What you are plays a big factor in how your body handles the heat Light

clothing and loose fitting clothing will help your body in breathing and

cooling itself. It is fine to wear a hat or cap to protect yourself from the sun

but once your feel warm, remove it. This usually traps the heat inside your

body.

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Limit yourself:

It is also important to watch the amount of activities you are participating in

during hot days. Don't overdo it. Heat stroke and other disorders can take

effect in less than an hour.

Are you fit to work during summer?

Older employee, obese employees and personnel on medication are at great

risk if they decide to work during very hot and humid conditions.

18.4 ACCLIMATIZATION:

❖ The longer you do hard work in the heat, the better your body becomes

at keeping cool.

❖ If you are not used to working in the heat then you must take a week or

two to get acclimatized or used to the heat.

❖ If you are ill or away from work for a week or so you can lose your

acclimatization.

❖ You can become acclimatized by limiting exposure the 1st few days

and gradually increasing work load/time in the heat.

❖ Workers should salt their food well, particularly while they are

acclimatizing to hot jobs.

❖ Assign additional worker or slow down works pace.

❖ Make sure everyone is properly acclimatized.

❖ Train workers to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat stresses

'buddy system' since people are not likely to notice their own

symptoms.

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18.5 HOW TO RECOGNIZE TREAT AND AVOID HEAT ILLNESSES?

TYPE SYMPTOMS TREATMENT

Dehydration

1. Flushed face 2. Extreme thirst, more than normal or unable to drink 3. Dry/warm skin 4. Dizziness made worse when you are standing. 5. Weakness. 6. Cramping in the arms and legs. 7. Headache. 8. Dry/mouth/dry tongue. 9. Low blood pressure 10. Rapid and deep breathing faster than normal. 11. Fainting.

For mild to moderate Dehydration, drink more water and try to avoid the heat until refreshed.

Sunburn

1. Skin becomes red & painful 2. Burning sensation and swelling 3. Blister

Apply cold towels on the areas affected or take a cold shower. Apply moisture lotions and not ointments, do not break blisters and try to avoid repeated sun exposure. Use sunscreen to avoid a sunburn. Seek medical attention for severe cases.

Heat Stroke/ sun stroke

1. High body temperature. 2. Red and dry skin 3. Throbbing headaches. 4. Nausea 5. Unconsciousness 6. Rapid and shallow breathing. 7. Fatigue.

Get to shady cool areas. Sponge or shower with cold Water. Get a cold towel and wrap it around the body. Call the hospital for medical Treatment.

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Heat syncope.

1 Faintness 2 Dizziness 3 Headaches. 4 Increased pulse rate. Restlessness 5 Nausea 6 Vomiting 7 A brief loss

Lie sit down under a shaded or cool environment. Try to take frequent breaks if working under high temperatures and drink a lot of water

Heat Exhaustion

1. Headaches. 2. Paleness 3. Heavy sweating 4. Thirst 5. Dizziness 6. Fatigue 7. Nausea 8. Impaired judgment 9. Loss of appetite

Shift to a cooler location and drink a lot of water. Use cold towels over your head and neck.

Head Rash

1 Redness accompanied with Swelling and inflammation of skin. 2. Small blisters. 3. Both symptoms commonly occur on the back of the neck.

The best treatment is to provide a cooler, less humid Environment. Clean the affected area and apply a mild lotion to it.

Heat Cramps

1. Muscle pain in the abdomen, arms or legs may occur in association with strenuous activity. 2. Rapid heartbeat. 3. Sweaty skin

Stop all activities and do not return to strenuous activities until the cramps subside. Further exertion may lead to exhaustion or heat stroke. This usually improved if you drink water and rest in a cool environment.

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18.6 ENGINNERING CONTROLS:

❖ Control the heat a source thought the use of insulating and reflective

barrier.

❖ Exhaust hot air/heat produced by specific operations.

❖ Reduced the temperature and humidity though air cooling.

❖ Provide air-conditioned rest areas.

❖ Increase air movement if temperature is less than 35 degree

centigrade fans.

❖ Reduce physical demands of work task through mechanical assistance

(hoists, life-tables, etc.,)

❖ Increase frequency & length of rest breaks.

❖ Schedule hot job to cooler times of the day.

❖ Provide cool drinking water near worker and remind them to drink a cup

every 20 minutes or so.

18.7 FIRST AID

❖ Remove the affected person to cool area

❖ Give water to drink

❖ Cool the body

❖ Get medical help.

During the Hot & High Humid Weather Conditions MJEPS Will Provide

Sufficient Quantities of Cold water, Salt Tablets and necessary salt liquids like

Electrolyte and intermittent breaks also depends upon the climatic conditions.


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TITLE: FIRST- AID & MEDICAL SERVICE

19.0 FIRST-AID & MEDICAL SERVICES

When someone becomes ill or injured there is usually a short period of time

before you can get professional medical assistance. It is that length of time

that is most critical to the victim. That period can make the difference between

life and death. By having some first aid training and knowing cardiopulmonary

resuscitation (CPR) you can have a major impact to the successful outcome

of a medical emergency. Work place shall have a well-stocked first aid kit &

Keep first aid kit in a location that is well Known to workers. The following

points shall be considered at the project location.

❖ Trained first aider shall be made available for the project to take care of

the employees during the emergency situation.

❖ One person of each group of the work site shall be trained for CPR

procedures by the trained first aider to meet the emergency situations.

❖ The project shall have sufficient quantity of-Unit First Aid Kit which is

commercially available.

❖ In addition to the Unit First aid Kit, a portable emergency First Aid Kit

with necessary bandages, dressings, splints, and cold packs should

be available at work site.


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Some medical emergency and procedures for first aid given below.

Check List for First Aid Kit as follows, this can used as a guidelines, necessary

items can added.

Plastic bandages Transpore tape Alcohol preps

Adhesive bandages Micropore tape Gauze

Extra-large plastic

bandages Iodine prep pads Fingertip bandages

Sterile pads Antiseptic towelettes Knuckle bandages

Antiseptic ointment Ammonia inhalant Sponge packs

Instant ice packs Sterile eye wash Elastic bandages

Eye pads Safety pins First aid cream

Bandage scissors Tweezers Butterfly bandages

Water tight utility box for contents

Burn gel to treat burns Burn bandages

Adhesive spots Extra large strips Surgical tape

Sponges Pain reliever Medical Gloves


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Some medical emergency and procedures for first aid given below.

19.1 CUTS AND SCRAPES

Small cuts and scrapes usually don't demand a visit to the emergency room

your Local hospital, but proper care is necessary. When dealing with minor

wounds, keep the following guidelines in mind:

❖ Stop the bleeding by applying pressure using a gauze pad or clean

cloth. If the bleeding persists after several minutes applying pressure,

get medical attention immediately.

❖ Keep the wound clean by washing the area with mild soap and water

and removing any dirt. Dry the area gently with a clean cloth, and cover

the wound with a protective bandage. Changes the bandage at least

once day. If the wound becomes tender to the touch or oozes fluid

seek medical attention.

❖ If the cut is more serious and the bleeding does not stop on its own or

the cut is large, deep or rough on the edges, try to stop the bleeding by

applying pressure directly to the injury using a sterilized gauze pad or

clean cloth.

❖ Maintain pressure on the wound until the bleeding stops. Then Consult

Physician.

A nosebleed is sudden bleeding from one or both nostrils, and may result

from a variety of events: a punch in the nose, breathing dry air, allergies, or

for no apparent reason. To stop the flow of blood from a common nose bleed,

use these steps:


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❖ Sit or stand upright to slow the flow of blood in the veins of the nose.

❖ Do not tip your head back.

❖ Pinch your nose with your thumb and forefinger for 10

minutes without relieving pressure. Breathe through your

mouth during this time.

❖ If the bleeding continues despite these efforts, consult your doctor.

19.2 SEVERE BLEEDING

The following steps shall be adopted to stop serious bleeding, Lay the

affected person down. If possible the person's head should be slightly lower

than the trunk of his/her body or the legs should be elevated. This position

increases blood flow to the brain. If possible elevate the site of bleeding, to

reduce the blood flow.

❖ Do not attempt to clean the wound.

❖ Apply steady, firm pressure directly to the wound using a sterile

bandage, a clean cloth or hand. Maintain pressure until the bleeding

stops, then wrap the wound with a tight dressing and secure it with

adhesive tape. Most bleeding can be controlled by this way. Call for

emergency help immediately.

❖ If the bleeding continues and seeps through the bandage, add more

absorbent material. Do not remove the first bandage.

❖ If the bleeding does not stop, apply pressure to the major artery that

delivers blood to the area of the injury.


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❖ When the bleeding has stopped immobilize the injured portion of body.

Leave the bandages in place and take the person for immediate

medical attention.

19.3 SHOCK

A variety of symptoms appear in a person experiencing shock:

19.3.1 SYMPTOMS

The skin may appear pale or gray, and is cool and clammy to the

touch.

The heartbeat is weak and rapid and breathing is slow and shallow.

The blood pressure is reduced.

The eye lack of shine and seem to stare. Sometimes the pupils are

dilated.

The person may be conscious or unconscious. If conscious the person

may faint or be very weak or confused.

On the other hand, shock sometimes causes a person to become

overly excited and anxious. Even if a person seems normal after an

injury, take precautions and treat the person for shock by following

these steps:

The person to lie down on his or her back and elevate the feet higher

than the person's head. Keep the person from moving unnecessarily.

Keep the person warm and comfortable. Loosen tight clothing and

cover the person with a blanket.

Do not give the person anything to drink.


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If the person is vomiting or bleeding from the mouth, place the person

on his or her side to prevent choking.

Treat any injuries appropriately (bleeding, broken bones, etc.).

Summon emergency medical assistance immediately.

19.4 Burns

Burns can be caused by fire, the sun, chemicals, heated objects or fluids, and

electricity. They can be minor problems or life-threatening emergencies.

Distinguishing a minor burn from a more serious burn involves determining

the degree of damage to the tissues of the body. If you are not sure how

serious the burnish, seek emergency medical help.

First-degree burns are those in which only the outer layer of skin is burned.

The skin is usually red and some swelling and pain may occur. Unless the

burn involves large portions of the body, it can be treated at home.

Second-degree burns are those in which the first layer of skin has been

burned through and the second layer of skin is also burned. In these burns,

the skin reddens intensely and blisters develop. Severe pain and swelling also

occur. If a second-degree burn is no larger than 2 or 3 inches in diameter, it

can be treated at home. If the burn covers a larger area, seek medical

attention. You may need a tetanus booster.

Third-degree burns are the most serious and involve all layers of skin. Fat,

nerves, muscles, and even bones may be affected. Areas may be charred

black or appear a dry white. If nerve damage is substantial, there may be no

pain at all. These burns should receive emergency medical attention.


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Follow these steps when treating minor burns at home:

❖ If the skin is not broken, run cool water over the burn for several

minutes.

❖ Cover the burn with a sterile bandage or clean cloth.

❖ Take aspirin or acetaminophen to relieve any swelling or pain.

❖ Seek emergency treatment immediately for major burns.

Until an emergency unit arrives, follow these steps:

❖ Remove the person from the source of the burn (fire, electrical current,

etc.).

❖ If the person is not breathing, begin mouth-to-mouth resuscitation

immediately (see Mouth-to-Mouth Resuscitation).

❖ Remove all smoldering clothing to stop further burning.

❖ If the person is breathing sufficiently, cover the burned area with a

cool, moist, sterile bandage or clean cloth. Do not place any creams,

ointments or ice on the burned area or break blisters.

19.7 SEIZURES

19.5.1 DO:

❖ Look for medical identification.

❖ Protect from nearby hazards.

❖ Loosen tie of shirt collar.

❖ Protect head from injury.

❖ Turn on side to keep airway clear.


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❖ Reassure when consciousness returns.

❖ If single seizure lasted less than five minutes, ask if hospital evaluation

is wanted.

❖ If multiple seizures, or if one seizure lasts longer than five minutes, call

an Ambulance. If person is pregnant, injured or diabetic, call for aid.

19.5.2 DON'T DO:

Do not put any hard implement in the mouth.

Do not try to hold tongue. It cannot be swallowed.

Do not try to give liquids during or just after the seizure.

Do not use artificial respiration unless breathing is absent after muscle

jerks Subside or unless water has been inhaled.

Do not restrain.

19.7 POISONING

A poisoning may or may not be obvious. Sometimes the source of a poisoning

can be easily identified -- an open bottle of medication or a spilled bottle of

household cleaner. Look for these signs if you suspect a poisoning

emergency:

19.6.1 SYMPTOMS

❖ Burns or redness around the mouth and lips.

❖ Breathe that smells like chemicals.

❖ Burns, stains, and odors on the person, his or her clothing, or on the

Furniture, floor, rugs, or other objects in the surrounding area.


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❖ Vomiting, difficulty breathing, or other unexpected symptoms.

❖ If you can find no indication of poisoning, do not treat the person for

poisoning, but call for emergency help.

If you believe someone has been poisoned, take the following steps:

❖ Some products have instructions on the label specifying what to do if a poisoning occurs. If the product known to be the poison has these instructions, follow them.

❖ If the person is alert, give him or her a glass of water or milk to drink.

❖ The liquid will slow the rate at which the poison is absorbed by the

body.

But if the person is weak, lethargic, unconscious, or having seizures,

do not give him or her anything by mouth.

❖ If you cannot identify the poison or there are no instructions on the

product label, call your ECCC for instructions.

❖ Certain poisons should be vomited; others should not. If you do not

know the identity of the substance swallowed, do not induce vomiting.

Overall, you should not induce vomiting unless directed to by a poison

control authority or your physician.

❖ If you are told to induce vomiting in the person who has swallowed

poison, use syrup of ipecac to do so. An alternative method to induce

vomiting is touching the back of the throat of the person to initiate

gagging. If you have no other alternative, have the person drink a

glass of warm water containing 1 teaspoon of dried mustard or 3

teaspoons of salt. After the person has vomited, give a glass of water

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If the poison has spilled on the person's clothing, skin, or eyes, remove

the Clothing and flush the skin or eyes with cool or lukewarm water for

20 minutes.

Get immediate medical attention. If you have identified the

poison, take the container with you.

19.7 ELECTRICAL INJURIES

everyone experiences minor electrical shocks from time to time. In some

cases, however, even small amounts of electricity can be life-threatening

because they can produce unconsciousness, cardiac arrest, and cessation of

breathing. Electrical shocks also can produce serious, deep burns and tissue

injury, although often even a serious electrical burn appears as only a minor

mark on the skin. If you find a person whom you think has been electrocuted,

look first--do not touch. He or she may still be in contact with the electrical

source, and touching him or her may only pass the current through you.

If possible, turn off the source of electricity. If this is not possible, move the

source away from you and the affected person using a non-conducting object

made of cardboard, plastic, or wood. Once the person is free of the source of

electricity, check the person's breathing and pulse. If either has stopped or

seems dangerously slow or shallow, initiate resuscitation immediately

(Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). If the person is faint or pale or shows other

signs of shock (see Recognizing and Treating Shock), lay the person down

with the head slightly lower than the trunk of his or her body and the legs

elevated. Treat any major burns (see Treating Major Burns) and wait for

emergency medical assistance to arrive.


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19.9 EYE INJURIES

19.8.1 IMPALED OBJECTS

❖ DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE OBJECT.

❖ Stabilize the impaled object by placing bulky dressings on each side of

the Object and then securing the dressings together, or by placing a

paper cup over the object and then securing to the face.

19.8.2 FOREIGN BODIES

Foreign bodies such as dirt, sand, wood or metal chips may cause tearing.

Tearing may rid the eye of the foreign body. If the object remains in the eye,

have the victim blink several times. If the object still remains in the eye, gently

flush the eye with water.

19.9 COLD RELATED EMERGENCIES

When exposed to very cold temperatures, the skin and underlying tissues

may freeze, resulting in frostbite. The area’s most likely to be affected are the

hands, feet, nose, and ears.

Frostbite is distinguishable by the hard, pale, and cold quality of the skin that

has been exposed to the cold. As the area thaws, the flesh becomes red and

painful. If your fingers, ears, or other areas are frostbitten, get out of the cold.

Warm your hands by tucking them into your armpits; if your nose, ears, or

face are frostbitten, warm the area by covering it with dry, gloved hands. Do

not rub the affected area. If numbness remains during warming, seek

professional medical care immediately. If you are unable to get immediate

emergency assistance, warm severely frostbitten hands or feet in warm--not

hot--water. (The water should be between 100 and 105 degrees Fahrenheit).


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TITLE: EMERGENCY PLAN

20.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURE

20.1 OBJECTIVE

To provide information as to the necessary action and steps to

implement during any emergencies.

20.2 SCOPE

This Manual establishes the necessary action to be taken during any

fire, gas release, and medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, etc.

20.3 NATURE OF EMERGENCIES

Depending on the areas of work and the nature of work involved the

emergencies can be categorized as follows:

❖ Fire

❖ Gas Release

❖ Medical Emergencies

❖ Vehicle Accidents

20.4 ACTION TO BE TAKEN WHEN HEARING EMERGENCY ALARM

During an emergency or on hearing an "EMERGENCY ALARM” every supervisor shall ensure the following:

❖ Do not panic and be alert.

❖ All work is stopped.

❖ All equipment is shutdown.

❖ All employees are evacuated to the assembly area.

❖ A roll cat is to be taken to account the workers.

❖ No person is allowed to return to work until notification has been

received from Clint operations or representatives that the workers can

return to the workers.


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20.5 REPORTING OF AN EMERGENCY

1. When you witness an emergency or involved in an emergency, the

appropriate help or actions can be initiated in the following:

2. Contact the Clint Emergency Communications Control Center

(ECCC) by telephone or by radio.

3. Convey the following required information:

❖ The nature of emergency

❖ The location of emergency

❖ Type of assistance required (medical, fire brigade, etc.)

❖ Caller name and contact telephone number.

20.6 GENERAL RESPONSE

1. In Case of Fire:

2. In case of Gas Release:

❖ Follow the Clint Emergency Procedure in case release of

gas.

❖ In case you detect the gas release, report and follow the

reporting of an emergency.

❖ Follow the action to be taken.

❖ Check the wind direction from the pre located windsock.

❖ Proceed to the up wind direction towards the nearest

assembly point.

❖ Do not return to the area of gas release unless notified.


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3) In case of Medical Emergencies:

❖ In case of any accident causing injuries to personnel, first

person to witness should warn his subordinates and ask for

help.

❖ Check for your own safety before approaching the scene of

the accident.

❖ Remove the victim to a safer place in case there is a

chance of further injury or else do not touch the victim.

❖ Report the incident to the immediate Safety Engineer /

officer / Site Supervisor.

❖ Call for help and follow the reporting of an emergency and

or seek the assistance of the Clint medical team to,

manage the first aid and referral to the registered hospital if

required for further treatment.

4) In case of Vehicle Accident:

❖ In case of any vehicle accident causing injury to a

personnel or damage to the equipment follow the medical

procedure.

❖ For damage to the equipment/vehicle report the incident to

the immediate supervisor or safety officer.

❖ Supervisor and Safety Officer shall prepare and submit the

accident investigation report to the Clint, management,

project manager, safety, etc.


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TITLE: RECORD KEEPING

21.0 REPORTS

21.1 Weekly & Monthly Report

The Project HSE Engineer shall prepare and submit monthly leading and

lagging HSE data to the Project manager who in turn to issue the Monthly

report to company. This report will be compiling with Company requirement.

The report shall present details of the HSE performance for each month and

as a minimum will include,

❖ Man- hours worked

❖ Number of Industrial disabling injury

❖ Number of Industrial non disabling injury

❖ Number of Motor vehicle accident

❖ Number of Near miss, Fires and Property damage reported.

❖ Number of Safety meeting and Tool box talks

❖ Number of Training and Awareness

❖ Number of Inspection and Audits

❖ Waste data form etc.

21.2 Accident/Incident/Near miss reports.

21.2.1 Purpose

This procedure describes the process and responsibilities for internal

reporting of HSE incidents, which occurs in Client operational area or related

to Client activities. XYZ shall use the Client Incident reports for reporting all

accidents/incidents/near miss related with this project.


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21.2.2 Definitions

Accident: Accident is an unplanned or unwanted occurrence, leading to any

one, or combination of Personal injury, damage to property or environment,

traffic accident, spill of Hydrocarbon, oily water or chemical & Theft or

misuse of Company property.

Incident: An unplanned event that has caused or could have potentially

caused personal injury, illness and / or damage to assets, production or

harm to environment or third party. Serious incident is an event having

greater magnitude like multiple serious injuries, oil spill more than 100barrels

etc.

Fatality Incident: Any work related injury or illness that results in death,

regardless of the time between the injury and death or the length of the

illness.

Fire / Explosion: Any unplanned occurrence involving Client property,

equipment or operations that result in flames, excessive heat or combustion

and resulting in a fire or explosion.

Incident Report: The form required to initiate notification, documentation

and investigation of an HSE incident. Incident reports are used to collect

critical data regarding an incident and provide a record or incident details.

Property Damage: The loss or damage to Client or Contractor property,

equipment or material resulting from an incident which will require some

form of repair, restoration or replacement.

Environment Event: Any situation where a person observes or becomes

aware of an event, which adversely effects the environmental, such as, leaks

or spills, uncontrolled emissions etc.


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Chemical Spill: a release form primary containment of any chemical,

chemical mixture or compound for which an MSDS is required.

21.2.3 General Procedure

❖ The observer of an incident should take reasonable measures to contain

the incident preventing further damage or harm.

❖ The observer shall inform to the emergency contact no of the Client

immediately.

❖ The observer shall inform to the immediate supervisor

❖ The supervisor shall inform to the line of management.

❖ Written reports shall be submitted to the applicable departments and

authorities in a using the Client Incident Report Form.

❖ Reports shall be submitted within 24 hours

❖ Site Project Management shall inform home office in writing, within 24

hours with immediate verbal notice for all accidents.

❖ Safety Department shall be maintaining the record for all incident reports.

❖ Analysis the immediate cause to the accident

❖ Convey the lesson learnt to all work forces to avoid recurrence.

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TITLE: JOURNEY MANAGEMENT

22.0 JOURNEY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Journey management is a system of authorizing, planning and monitoring

travel, especially in remote locations (rig sites / remote locations (Desert)) or

under adverse conditions or travel to another country or region. Journey

management is designed to minimize the health, safety and environmental

risks posed by such travel and to ensure that recovery measures and

emergency response services are available should the journey not be

completed as planned

The Journey Management System in Mohammed Jarrallah Equipment &

Petroleum Services Co. WLL will comply with the following requirements:

COVERED JOURNEY

All journeys in remote areas or under inclement or adverse conditions will

have a plan except those journeys:

1. within towns or cities on paved roads.

2. Between the rig, camp and air strip.

3. under the control of the Emergency Controller.

4. Involving rig moves or convoys.

5. Any commercial travel to another country and / or region.

1. THE JOURNEY PLAN

The Journey Plan is a written document which details the timings and route of

the journey, including rest stops, the vehicle, the driver and the passengers.

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2. AUTHORIZING PERSON

The Authorizing Person is the Manager, Department Head or Supervisor who

gives permission for a journey to be under taken and who guarantees the

integrity of the journey management system through verification and auditing.

The Authorizing Person is also responsible to advise the Journey Manager on

necessary Emergency response when he / she are informed about any

Emergency situation associated with a journey.

3. JOURNEY MANAGER

The Journey Manager is responsible for planning, monitoring and closing out

the journey. The Journey Manager also initiates any relevant incident or man

lost procedures in the event of an incident or an overdue vehicle, as advised

by the Authorizing Person.

4. DRIVING PROCEDURE

Before the Journey:

1. The Driver should receive approval for the journey from the Authorizing

Person.

2. The Journey Manager should ensure the journey is necessary.

3. The Journey Manager should check the vehicle’s suitability using the

Vehicle Checklist.

4. The Journey Manager should check the Driver’s qualifications.

5. The Journey Manager and the Driver should discuss the route,

including potential hazards

6. And appropriate rest / sleep locations and the Journey Manager should

prepare and sign the Journey Plan.

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1. The Journey Manager should make necessary arrangements for

accommodation.

2. The Journey Manager should brief the Driver on the details of the

journey.

3. The Journey Manager should give the Driver a copy of the journey

plan.

4. The Journey Manager should provide the Driver with any necessary

food, water or money.

During the Journey:

The Journey Manager should inform the destination of the Driver’s scheduled

arrival time.

1. The Journey Manager should make himself / herself available for the

Driver’s phone calls.

2. The Journey Manager or his / her designate should remain on duty

until the Driver returns.

3. The Driver should phone the Journey Manager or the designate as

specified in the journey

Plan.

4. The Driver should observe all rest / sleep requirements specified in the

journey plan.

5. The Journey Manager should be prepared to initiate appropriate

recovery procedures in the event of an accident or overdue vehicle.

After the Journey:

The Driver should report to the Journey manger upon his / her return.

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1. The Journey Manager should re-check the condition of the vehicle

against the Vehicle Checklist.

2. The Driver and the Journey Manager should discuss any difficulties or

unanticipated hazards that were encountered to ensure that they are

adequately addressed for future journeys.

3. The Journey Manager should close out the journey plan and keep a

copy of it and the Vehicle Checklist on file for future verification or

audit.

4. RESPONSE IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT OR MISSING VEHICLE

The Journey Manager will immediately inform the Authorizing Person:

1. When a vehicle travelling under a journey plan is overdue by 2 hours

to arrive at the destination or

2. When the Journey Manager comes to know about an accident that has

occurred to the vehicle, and will follow the instructions of the

Authorizing Person for initiating the necessary response.

5. NIGHT DRIVING

Night driving is defined as driving in the hours of darkness i.e. sunset to

sunrise and should be avoided whenever possible. Night driving presents

various hazards, including:

A. Visibility may be reduced.

B. Peripheral vision is not as sharp.

C. Darkness may impair the ability to judge distance, movement and color.

D. Drowsiness may affect early morning and late afternoon driving

To reduce the hazards presented by night driving:

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A. Use the visor and wear sunglasses to reduce the glare at dawn and late

afternoon.

B. Turn the headlights on at twilight.

C. Allow 5 minutes for your eyes to adjust to the dark.

D. Slow down.

E. Leave at least 300 feet between you and the vehicle in front of you.

F. Look forward and slightly to the right, not directly at the high beams of an

approaching Vehicle.

G. Put your rear view mirror in the night position to reduce glare.

In Mohammed Jarrallah Equipment & Petroleum Services Co. WLL, any night

driving to and from interior locations (Rig Sites) will require written permission

from Operations Manager, with the exception of journeys between the rig and

camp locations

Note: The approval of night driving will be considered by the Operation

Manager only under the following situations:

Operational Urgency

Emergency Situation

Note: All MJ drivers / Employees will call the Journey Manager when they

exit the main highway (Black Top) and enter the Skid road.

All MJ drivers / Employees will call the Journey Manager when they exit

the Skid road and join the main highway (Black Top).

All MJ drivers / Employees should note the distance and time from the

main highway (Black Top) to the Rig Location.

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