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There are specific commitments in the current Newfoundland Power Health & Safety

Policy. Two of these commitments are requirements of OHSAS 18001. They are:

1) Continual Improvement

2) Compliance with current OH&S legislation.

The Policy can be found on Webster as well as a hard copy framed and hung on a wall

in strategic locations.

Employees should know that the policy is communicated to all persons working on

behalf of Newfoundland Power. This is accomplished through training, posters,

communication plan, contracts, etc.

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Copies of the Newfoundland Power Health and Safety Policy can be found throughout

the Company. All copies bear the name of Earl Ludlow, President and Chief Executive

Officer

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•All workers have certain duties under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

•The Act is a legal statute (law)

•It sets the minimum standards for health and safety in the province.

•Section 6 refers to a worker’s general duty as it relates to health and safety.

•Reasonable Care is a key phrase.

•Note the reference to other persons (co-workers and the public).

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•Just like workers, employers have duties under the Act and Regulations.

•Section 4 of the Act makes this clear.

•Reasonably Practicable is again a key phrase.

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Ask the group what are the three fundamental Rights of workers with respect to health

and safety in the workplace.

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•The Right to Know about the hazards to which they may be exposed in the

workplace.

•The Right to Participate and assist in the process of identifying and resolving

workplace OH&S issues. This would include activities such as WHMIS Training,

safety meetings, etc.

•The Right to Refuse unsafe work.

The Right to Refuse unsafe work is spelled out clearly in section 45 of the

Occupational Health and Safety Act. Basically, a worker may refuse to do work that

the worker has reasonable grounds to believe is dangerous to his or her health, or the

health and safety of another person at the workplace.

*There is a process to be followed when a worker exercises his or right to refuse

unsafe work.

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•The first step in the Right to Refuse unsafe work is to notify the Supervisor.

•If no resolution worker has the right to request intervention by the OH&S committee.

•If there is still no resolution, worker has the right to request Department of

Government Services (OH&S branch) involvement. It should be kept in mind that

supervisors should consider internal and external resources (safety department, other

industry best practices) in helping to evaluate a Right to Refuse situation.

Note: 1. Worker must be re-assigned until matter is resolved.

2. If another worker is asked to perform the same task, he/she must be

informed of the previous workers refusal to do so and why.

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Where a person, other than a corporation, is convicted of an offence under

subsection (1), he or she is liable to a fine of not less than $500 and not

more than $250,000 or to a term of imprisonment not exceeding 12 months

or to both a fine and imprisonment.

(3) Where a corporation is convicted of an offence under

subsection (1), the corporation is liable to a fine of not less than $2,000 and

not more than $250,000.

(4) In addition to a fine imposed under subsection (2) or (3) the

court may impose a fine not exceeding $25,000 for each day during which

the offence continues.

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•In addition to any required training the Newfoundland Power appropriate

safety training package must be delivered to each contractor employee

working on Newfoundland Power’s behalf and have completed a test as

evidence that training has been completed. The delivery of this training will

be the responsibility of the contractor.

•The Contractors will be responsible to maintain documentation of all required

staff training including the Newfoundland Power module and provide evidence

of completion as required. In the case of Newfoundland Power module, copies

of the test must be submitted to the Contract Leader for each staff member

working under the Contract

•The Contractor will be responsible to notify the Company Representative of

staff changes, including subcontractors, during the contract and provide

documentation of training

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•Where contractors are working in Company facilities, all employees of the

contractor and the employees of all sub-contractors who are required to enter

the facility shall be informed of the hazards and specific requirements for

controlling these hazards

•To ensure the integrity and security of the electrical system, unless the work

requires access to control buildings and/or control rooms, contractors shall not

be permitted to have access to them

•Minimum Approach Distances to be maintained as per further discussion on

Minimum Approach Distances

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Prior to the start of the job, regardless of its size, a Risk Assessment must be

conducted. This is the process used to identify hazards, evaluate the hazards

identified, and put the necessary controls in place so that the work can proceed

safely

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•Personal protective equipment (PPE) is equipment worn by a worker to minimize exposure to specific occupational hazards. PPE does not reduce the hazard itself, nor does it guarantee total protection. Consideration should be given to the elimination or control of hazards at their source thereby eliminating the need for personal protective equipment. When the hazard cannot be removed or controlled adequately PPE must be used.

- PPE cannot achieve its full protection potential without worker knowledge and co-operation. Management, working in conjunction with employees and the Safety Section, are responsible for:

Surveying the work hazards.

Selecting appropriate controls.

Selecting appropriate PPE.

Training workers in the care, use and maintenance of PPE.

•All employees visiting work sites or in designated PPE areas, while not directly involved in doing the work, are expected to wear appropriate PPE.

•All PPE shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's and Company guidelines.

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Company approved Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Class B hard hats shall be worn by all employees in the following areas:

All work areas in the field.

In designated “Hard Hat” areas.

In any work area where a potential hazard exists from falling, flying or thrown objects or from other harmful contacts.

NOTE: Designation of Hard Hat Areas or exemptions from the above shall be approved by the Manager, in writing, upon consultation with the Safety Section

For maximum head protection the shell and suspension of a safety hat should be inspected by the user for any visible damage before each use. If the shell is found to have a crack, dent or penetration, or if the suspension has torn or broken threads, the headwear should either be discarded or the particular part replaced with an identical part from the original manufacturer

Hard hat suspensions shall be properly adjusted to assure an adequate clearance of not less that 30mm between the shell and the suspension

Hard hats provided by the Company have insulating value and must be given proper care. Deep scratches, cracks or paint and dirt reduces their dielectric value

Crash helmets shall be worn while operating or riding on Snowmobiles and All Terrain Vehicles (hard hat only required for Argos). Crash helmets must be Department of Transportation (U.S.) or Snell approved Helmets

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Company issued safety glasses (plano and prescription) shall be worn at all times in all work areas. Safety glasses are not required:

During rest/lunch breaks.

While travelling in vehicles.

On the verbal approval of the supervisor in charge for a temporary exemption.

On the written approval of the Manager Corporate Communications and Human Resource Services for individuals or groups seeking prolonged or permanent exemptions for particular types of work or job classifications.

For certain types of work safety glasses are not adequate to provide the required eye protection. For the following work Company approved safety goggles shall be worn when:

Using any type of grinding, buffing or wire brushing machine.

Handling acids, caustics, chlorides, ammonia or any similar hazardous chemicals or for controlled products as required by Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) – refer to OPR300.02 – Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.

Chipping concrete, masonry, paint, cast iron and other metals or drilling concrete or masonry.

Sand and corn blasting and spray painting.

Using a pneumatic drill or using any drill above the shoulders.

Blowing out machines or equipment with compressed air, blowing out soot from boilers and handling ashes in thermal power plants.

Using explosive actuated tools (eg. Hilti Guns).

Working under trucks or other mobile equipment.

Washing or spraying equipment with cleaning solutions or high pressure water or steam.

Using a table saw, drill press or for lathe work.

The supervisor or worker considers it necessary

Face shields are recommended for severe exposure to hazards produced by the operations outlined above. However, face shields alone do not provide adequate protection and must be used in conjunction with appropriate eye protection.

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•Employees shall not be exposed to noise levels in excess of the levels and exposure

durations listed below unless the necessary measures are taken to control the

exposure, such as:

•Administrative controls.

•Engineering controls.

•Use of approved PPE

•It shall be the responsibility of supervisors, with the assistance of the Safety Section,

to establish the noise exposures and appropriate control measures for employees under

his/her area of responsibility

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All Company employees conducting field work or marking regular field visits to work

areas, or any employee entering a designated foot protection area, shall wear CSA

Grade #1, puncture resistant safety boots (green triangle).

NOTE: Approved safety footwear will normally be a six or eight inch boot. Under

certain circumstances, and for specific job classifications, other types of safety

footwear may be approved (in writing) upon consultation with and by the Safety

Section.

In extremely icy conditions field staff shall wear approved ice creepers supplied by

the Company

Appropriate gloves, supplied by the Company, shall be worn by employees to prevent

injuries such as cuts, punctures, abrasions, or irritation due to physical, chemical,

biological, or electrical exposure

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The purpose of this procedure is to establish and manage minimum approach

distances to energized equipment. It applies to all Newfoundland Power employees,

and contractors acting on behalf of the Company.

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Minimum Approach Distance is defined as the shortest allowable distance

between an energized power line or apparatus, and any part of the employee’s

body or conductive item, including trees or tree branches the employee may be

handling

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A safe distance from live electrical apparatus must be maintained by all persons. The

safe distance must also apply for any conducting tool or object handled by a

worker. Under no circumstances shall persons be allowed to work or operate

equipment closer to energized equipment than the distances outlined in the

following slides..

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• To begin our discussion on vegetation management, lets discuss a couple of integral pieces of equipment. First, the chain saw.

• Only workers who are familiar with the safe operation, as dictated by this procedure, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and the manufacturer's recommendations shall operate chain and brush saws. Workers unfamiliar with the use of these saws shall be trained prior to operation

• Chain and brush saws shall be held in both hands while being operated. Overreaching or cutting above the chest is strictly prohibited

• All chain saws shall be equipped with an inertia chain brake in good working order and a low kick-back chain approved by the Company

• Chain saws must be properly adjusted so that the chain stops when the motor is idling

• Do not drop-start . When starting a chain saw, an employee shall place it on the surface on which he is standing and not against any part of his body.

• Chain saw use aloft while positioned in a tree shall be permitted only by those who have successfully completed the Electrical Utility Arborist Program at The College of the North Atlantic (CONA) or equivalent training as approved by Newfoundland Power. The chain saw operator must be properly trained in the use of the chain saw and the chain saw must not weigh more than 4 kg

When operating chain or brush saws, workers shall avoid wearing loose clothing and shall wear the following personal protective equipment:

Canadian Standards Association (CSA) grade one boots (green triangle).

CSA approved safety glasses.

CSA approved hard hat.

CSA or ULC approved chain saw pants or chaps (exception – not required when operating a chain saw from the bucket).

CSA approved class “A” hearing protection.

Refer to OPR104.01 – Personal Protective Equipment

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Lets discuss chippers

All chippers shall be equipped a Safety Control Bar and an approved workable “kill” switch. The Safety Control Bar is not to be considered a “kill switch” The “kill’ switch must be positioned so that it would permit an operator caught by feed material in the chute to disengage the operation of the chipper

Only employees who are familiar with the safe operation of the chipper shall be permitted to operate it. Employees should be trained in safe work procedures, including operating wood chipper safety devices and safety controls. These procedures should be based on the manufacturer's recommendations for each machine.

A circle check of the chipper must be completed each working day before startup. All safety devices and controls, such as emergency shut-off devices, are tested and verified to be functioning properly. Broken, damaged, or missing machine components should be repaired or replaced before the machine is placed in service.

Brush and limbs shall be placed in the infeed of the chipper butt first. Material piled while awaiting placement in the chipper shall be placed as to allow a clean and clear work area for the workers feeding the chipper.

Other requirements include:

While feeding the chipper, operators shall lay short material on top of longer material that is feeding or use a longer branch to push it through the infeed hopper.

When operating a chipper, employees shall wear close-fitting clothing and gloves without cuffs. In addition, employees. shall wear the following personal protective equipment:

(i) CSA Grade One Boots. (Green Triangle)

(ii) CSA approved Safety Glasses.

(iii) CSA approved Hard Hat.

(iv) CSA approved Class “A” Hearing Protection

Mechanical chippers must be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

All chippers shall have a curtain in place at all times to prevent fly-back of material

Before a chipper is started, the apron and feed platform should be checked and cleared of any foreign objects. As well, the discharge chute should be checked to ensure that it is positioned in the desired location for placement of the chips

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All personnel who trim trees in close proximity to energized power lines must

have successfully completed the College of the North Atlantic (CONA)

“Electrical Utility Arborist” course, or Newfoundland Power approved

equivalent training, combined with sufficient field experience or be employed

by Newfoundland Power and hold a operating lineman certificate

•Ground workers involved in the tree trimming operation must have completed

the “Electrical Hazard Awareness Program” at the CONA, or Newfoundland

Power approved equivalent which prepares them to work safely in the

electrical utility tree trimming industry

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All brush cutters working for or on behalf off Newfoundland Power in the

cutting of brush shall have successfully completed the Brush Clearing/Tree

Felling Course and the Power Line Hazard Course at the CONA, or

Newfoundland Power approved equivalent or have completed the Chain Saw

Safety Training at Newfoundland Power

•With the exception of brush cutters, all others involved in brush cutting

activities, such as labourers, shall have successfully completed the Power Line

Hazard Course at the CONA, or Newfoundland Power approved equivalent or

work directly under the supervision of a “qualified” worker

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With the exception of brush cutters, all others involved in brush cutting

activities, such as labourers, shall have successfully completed the Power Line

Hazard Course at the CONA, or Newfoundland Power approved equivalent or

work directly under the supervision of a “qualified” worker

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A danger tree is a live, healthy tree that, once cut, has the potential to contact,

or come in close proximity to, a live electrical conductor. The Owner’s

Representative may, at his discretion, designate any tree as a danger tree

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An energized tree is a tree that is in contact with, or in close proximity to, a

live electrical conductor. A tree shall be considered to be energized when any

part of the tree is intertwined with an energized tree or is within the minimum

approach distance of an energized conductor or energized equipment. The

distance varies according the voltage at which the conductor or equipment is

energized.

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• Crew members must be constantly aware of the location of, and maintain

minimum clearances from, energized power lines, apparatus, or other devices

which may present a hazard

•Electric lines and equipment are to be treated as energized unless they are

positively known to be de-energized and grounded

•The Minimum Approach Distance varies according to line voltage. The

tailboard discussion must identify the highest nominal voltage in the work area

and to which the trees and/or branches are in proximity

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This is an example of the limits for approach under different circumstances

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The methods of pesticide application shall be approved by the Department of Environment of the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. No pesticide applications shall take place unless there is a valid pesticide operator’s license in place and the terms and conditions contained within the pesticide operator licence must be strictly adhered to

•PPE consistent with that recommended in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the product or products being used are worn by all workers in handling that product

Minimum required PPE is:

Elbow length gloves (refer to appropriate MSDS).

Full length rubber or plastic apron for herbicide mixing.

Disposable tyvek coveralls.

Hard hat, Canadian Standards Association (CSA) approved.

Rubber work boots, CSA Grade 1.

Safety goggles, CSA approved.

Refer to OPR104.01 – Personal Protective Equipment

Any vehicle used for applying herbicides must be equipped with the following:

An approved emergency eye wash station (i.e., "port-stream 1" or equivalent) available through a safety supply store. Mount and secure the eye wash station, at eye level, to every herbicide spray vehicle.

An extra 20 liter container of clean water. Use this water for general washing and to refill the eye wash station.

An emergency set of coveralls to be used only in the event of an accidental spill.

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The person in charge shall determine the safest method for loading and

unloading poles after taking into consideration the type of transportation, the

location, hoisting equipment, condition of the site, and the size and weight of

the poles

•Before any work is started on a load of poles, the vehicle's brakes shall be set

and the wheels chocked to prevent movement

•When handling poles, employees shall work at the ends of the poles to avoid

injury due to sudden or accidental movement

•Safety chains shall be used at all times between the truck and the pole trailer

•Poles being transported along streets or highways shall be plainly marked at

the rear with appropriate warning and signaling devices as required by

Provincial transportation legislation

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Excavator equipment operators shall be fully qualified and competent to operate the equipment safely. No operator shall be permitted to set poles in energized lines or otherwise handle poles unless he/she has demonstrated competence in pole handling techniques using a backhoe/excavator.

Poles shall never be loaded on or off a pole trailer using an excavator. This

operation shall only be done using a radial boom and winch.

The excavator operator shall be aware of the location of all workers on the site.

The operator shall immediately cease operation of the machine should any

worker or other person enter an area where he/she may be injured by any part of

the machine or its load.

Whenever a worker is required to attach or remove rigging from the bucket to a

pole the operator shall position the bucket and apply the pilot shut-off lever

(safety lever) if so equipped. Once the shut-off lever has been applied he shall

give the worker the all clear to attach/ remove the rigging and the pilot shut-off

lever shall remain on until the worker is clear and give s indication to the operator

that he is all clear.

When chain slings are used to hoist or handle poles, only appropriately rated

Grade 8 chain shall be used. Chains shall be used with appropriately rated

shackles. Hooks shall not be used with chains.

When setting poles, workers shall avoid standing underneath a suspended pole or

any suspended part of the machine. To control poles, taglines, cant hooks,

peevees, tongs or other devices must be used by workers to keep them clear of

the pole and any elevated machine part.

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•Poles shall be installed and removed by qualified workers in accordance OPR106.07 –

Minimum Approach Distances to Energized Equipment

•When setting or removing poles in proximity to energized lines or apparatus, a minimum safe

distance must be maintained from the pole and the energized conductors. During the

movement of a pole distances must be maintained at all times for the respective voltage range

– refer to Table 1 in OPR106.07 – Minimum Approach Distance to Energized Equipment.

When the minimum safe distance cannot be maintained, one of the following options shall be

used to install the pole safely:

For voltages operating at or above 30 KV the line shall be de-energized and grounded.

For lines operating up to 30 KV the pole shall be covered with the necessary lengths of pole

covers.

For lines up to 30 KV the conductors shall be covered with the necessary lengths of insulating

cover-up.

•While guiding or controlling poles in proximity to energized lines

Wear appropriately rated rubber gloves.

Use dry ropes, insulated pee-vees or insulated tongs.

Avoid making body contact with the pole

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The purpose of this procedure is to establish and manage minimum approach

distances to energized equipment. It applies to all Newfoundland Power employees,

and contractors acting on behalf of the Company.

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Lightning is a recognized hazard for line operations. A lightning strike can exceed

1,000,000 volts; 200,000 amperes; 50,000 degrees F and at frequencies other than 60

Hz. Lightning can side-flash through the air for over a mile.

- The standard industry practice to use when line crews are required to work in the

vicinity of lightning is to observe the weather system and ensure it has passed the

work area.

- To get an estimate of the distance to the lightning strike; count the seconds between

the flash and the thunder, then divide by 5. This rough calculation will give you an

estimate of distance from you to the strike, in miles. (Kilometers = miles x 1.609).

5.4 The lightning shall be at least 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) away before

work resumes.

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Before starting a truck, the driver shall carefully inspect the loading of

materials and ensure that all loads are safely secured .

•When objects extend more than four feet (1.2 meters) beyond the rear of the

vehicle the projecting end shall be marked with a red flag by day and a red

light by night. When object extends more than six and a half feet (two meters)

beyond the rear of vehicle, an over-length permit shall be obtained. When

hauling poles an approved light bar shall be used

•Trailers, while being towed, shall be securely coupled to the truck, and also

joined by auxiliary chains or cables. Safety chains shall be of sufficient

strength and so attached as to safely control the load in case of coupling device

failure.

•Trailers, while being towed, shall be adequately marked with appropriate

maker, turn signal and brake lights as required by local or provincial

legislation

•Truck beacon lights shall be operated while trailers are being towed

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•During the term of the Contract, all heavy equipment to be used for the Work of this Contract shall be maintained to the standards required for Vehicle Inspection Certification. All heavy equipment shall have a Vehicle Inspection Certificate from a recognized truck and trailer heavy equipment repair facility licensed under the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Work Services and Transportation - Motor Vehicle Registration Division. All inspection stickers shall be placed in the windshield of the heavy equipment inspected and all Vehicle Inspection Certificates shall be made available to the Owner upon request

•The Contractor shall maintain, repair and overhaul all heavy equipment in accordance with the approved maintenance schedule and manufacturer’s maintenance and overhaul procedures; and comply with all manufacturers’ mandatory service bulletins or recall notices. The Contractor shall maintain complete and accurate maintenance records for all heavy equipment, and the records shall be made available upon request from the Owner and/or any governmental authorities or agencies having jurisdiction

•The Contractor will be responsible to ensure that all heavy equipment to be used by Subcontractors hired by the Contractor for this Contract is maintained to the standards outlined above. The Owner shall have the right to request from the Contractor a copy of the Subcontractor’s equipment inspection certificates and maintenance records at any time during the term of the Contract

•The Contractor or Subcontractor shall forthwith replace at the request of the Owner any equipment that the Owner deems to be in an unsatisfactory condition, and the equipment deemed to be unsatisfactory shall be considered unserviceable in terms of the Contract unless and until it has been restored to a condition that meets the Owner’s requirements. Any necessary replacement of equipment, for any reason, shall be at the Contractor’s expense

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Carrier must maintain for a period of 5 years, a file on each commercial vehicle driver. In each file, there must be as follows:

- record of driver training such as T.D.G., first-aid, etc.

- record of driver improvement courses, if required.

- records of any enforcement action taken against a driver such as accidents, impaired driving, etc

-Driver must report to the carrier within 30 days, all accidents, convictions, inspections, warning tickets etc

-Driver must forward a copy of the daily logs & pre-trip inspections to the carrier within 30 days

-Carrier must obtain yearly driver abstracts for all commercial vehicle drivers that will identify the class of licence for each driver, active or in-active driver’s licences, convictions, etc

-Carrier must have a valid Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspection for each commercial vehicle

-Carrier must provide proof of valid insurance & proper type of insurance

-Carrier must have a preventive maintenance program in place

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Off road vehicles include all track type and wheel type vehicles used for off road transportation. Driving instruction / training is required for the safe operation of this type of vehicle. Instruction / training shall include:

Carefully studying the operating manuals supplied by the manufacturer.

Studying provincial laws as they apply to this type of equipment.

Formal training when required

Workers shall not be required to attempt long trips in remote areas alone. Emergency items such as snowshoes, extra fuel, first aid kit, spare spark plugs and tools, survival kit and communication devices shall be provided.

NOTE: For trips of a short duration worjers travelling alone shall be provided with the necessary equipment and a means of communication.

Off road vehicles shall not be operated on frozen ponds, lakes, or rivers unless tests have been made to ensure the ice is safe

When operating off road vehicles employees shall avoid public roads. When necessary, cross at right angles only at such points where there is a minimum 100 yards (91 m) of visibility along the highway in both directions.

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This procedure applies to all Newfoundland Power employees, and contractors acting

on behalf of the Company See Procedure foe further details

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Ensuring all equipment is operating properly prior to use –

•Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for the work being

completed

Completing a visual inspection of the equipment to be used;

Recognizing any hazards associated with the use of the equipment;

Ensuring all loads do not exceed the equipment capabilities –;

•Ensuring all chemicals are moved/stored according to the applicable MSDS data

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Fall protection, fall prevention, fall restraint and fall arrest are terms that are similar

and seem to be interchangeable in most conversations, but they all refer to slightly

different things. While “Fall Protection refers to the overall industry and process of

protecting workers at height”; each of the other terms refer to a component of that

process. Included within the fall protection arsenal are systems that fall under the

“Fall Prevention” heading such as guardrails, stair rails, ladder cages, fall restraint

systems, warning lines, and

controlled access zones. When installed and used correctly, these systems are usually

quite simple and self-explanatory, requiring minimal training yet still providing a high

level of safety.

Fall prevention incorporates those systems and techniques that eliminate the

possibility of a fall. Wherever practical, eliminating the risk through the use of these

systems, or a change in work procedures, is the preferred method of providing fall

protection

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If the hazard of falling cannot be eliminated, a fall arrest system will be implemented.

Although a fall arrest system does not prevent a fall, it reduces the chance of injury

when a fall takes place. Refer to OHS Regulations for further information

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This procedure applies to all Newfoundland Power personnel and contractors involved

in the receiving, shipping, handling and transportation of dangerous goods, as well as

those who supervise such employees

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- consistent with an employee’s Right to Know, federal and provincial regulators have

adopted legislation outlining the need for employees to be properly informed of the

hazards associated with receiving, shipping and handling of dangerous goods. This

legislation is referred to as the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act and the

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations

- Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations dictate that any person who

handles, offers for transport or transports dangerous goods must be adequately trained

and hold a training certificate or perform those activities in the presence and under the

direct supervision of a person who is adequately trained and who holds a training

certificate

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- All dangerous goods must be safely loaded and secured in compliance with section

5.4 of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations which states that:

“A person must load and secure dangerous goods in a means of containment and

must load and secure the means of containment on a means of transport in such a

way as to prevent, under normal conditions of transport, damage to the means of

containment or to the means of transport that could lead to an accidental release

of the dangerous goods

- The transporting of oil-filled electrical equipment containing PCB’s by members of

the Canadian Electrical Association (Newfoundland Power included) must be done in

accordance with the terms and conditions of the Permit of Equivalent Level of Safety

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5.14.1 Approved helmet with proper shade glass shall be worn by welders and

helpers to protect the eyes and face. Safety glasses shall be worn under the shield to

protect against flying particles of scale when the shield is raised or while chipping

slag.

5.14.2 When changing electrodes, keep them insulated from ground or other

nearby metal objects.

5.14.3 Never permit the metal parts of an electrode, the electrode holder or the

electrode insulation to touch the bare skin.

5.14.4 Electrodes should be removed from the holder when not in use to

eliminate the danger of electrical contact with persons or conducting objects.

Electrode holders, when not in use, should be so placed that they cannot make contact

with people or strike an arc to a grounded object.

5.14.5 Operators should check their equipment regularly to see that electrical

connections and insulation of holders and cables are in good order.

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Approved welding goggles shall be worn by welders and helpers during acetylene

welding or cutting.

Never allow oil or grease to come in contact with any cylinder, regulator, or

connection of gas-welding equipment. Oil or grease in the presence of oxygen may

cause a violent explosion

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- All portable ladders shall meet the requirements of the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) standard for portable ladders.

Wooden ladders which are constructed or used on a job site must meet the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulations.

- Portable ladders shall be inspected before use and ladders with loose, broken, or missing rungs, split side-rails, or other hazard-producing defects, shall not be used.

- When in use, a portable single or extension ladder shall be so placed that the horizontal distance from its base to its vertical plane of support shall be approximately one-fourth of the ladder length between supports. The lower ends of ladder side-rails shall rest on a firm and level base. The upper part of the side-rails shall be rested upon a bearing surface of ample strength to support the applied load.

- A ladder shall be of sufficient length to project approximately three feet (91.44cm) above the level of the upper landing to which it provides access.

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- Metal ladders or wire reinforced wooden ladders, shall not be used in proximity to energized electrical equipment. Where ladders are used in the vicinity of electrical currents they must be of a non-conductor type. Caution shall be taken to ensure that the necessary clearance from electrical conductors is maintained.

- While climbing up or down a ladder, workers shall always face the ladder and use both hands for climbing.

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- Workers will ensure scaffolding material is in good condition and in working order prior to use.

- Workers will ensure scaffolding used in Newfoundland Power substations have proper grounding attachment points on each and every section of scaffolding.

- Prior to assembly at the work site, each part of prefabricated scaffolding shall be inspected for defects and defective parts shall not be used. Scaffolding shall be erected plumb and level on a firm foundation and all connections shall be securely fastened. Scaffolds shall be secured to the building structure every fifteen feet (4.57m) vertically and twenty feet (6.10m) horizontally.

Guardrails and toe boards shall be installed on all scaffolds which are ten feet (3.04m) or more in height, and on all scaffolds immediately adjacent to excavations, deep water, machinery or other sources of danger. The guardrail shall be not less than forty-two inches (106.5cm) in height and have an intermediate rail.

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This procedure applies to all Newfoundland Power employees, and contractors acting

on behalf of the Company

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• vehicles shall be kept in safe operating condition and driven in a safe, courteous

manner. The public's attitude toward the Newfoundland Power is influenced greatly

by the appearance of vehicles and the manner in which they are driven.

•No worker shall operate a car or truck upon a public thoroughfare unless he has the

appropriate, valid license in his possession

•Every driver shall be thoroughly familiar and comply with the provincial and city

traffic laws covering the territory where he operates, and will be personally

responsible for any fines or other penalties assessed against him

•No employee is permitted to drive a Company vehicle while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs, or while his driver's license is suspended

•All persons who operate or drive a Company vehicle must have the required

qualifications and training for the type of vehicle being operated

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•All contractors vehicles shall be inspected.

•All vehicles shall be equipped with a 2.5 pound multi-purpose, dry chemical fire

extinguisher and a first aid kit. Both shall be securely mounted and accessible.

Lockers containing these items should be clearly marked

•vehicles which are not equipped with daytime driving headlights shall be driven with

the headlights on at all times

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When any Company vehicle is used for transportation of dangerous goods:

The driver shall be trained as specified under Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Legislation.

The appropriate placarding shall be used when required.

The necessary documentation shall be carried in the vehicle.

If explosives are being carried, a valid Explosive Permit, issued from the Fire

Commissioner's Office, shall be in the vehicle.

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