Safety management

Safety managementNational safety policy GOI1. PREAMBLE 1.1 The Constitution of India provide detailed provisions for the rights of the citizens and also lays down the Directive Principles of State Policy which set an aim to which the activities of the state are to be guided. 1.2 These Directive Principles provide (a) for securing the health and strength of employees, men and women; b) that the tender age of children are not abused; c) that citizens are not forced by economic necessity to enter avocations unsuited to their age or strength; d) just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief are provided; and e) that the Government shall take steps, by suitable legislation or in any other way, to secure the participation of employee in the management of undertakings, establishments or other organisations engaged in any industryNational safety policy GOI cont1.3 On the basis of these Directive Principles as well as international instruments, Government is committed to regulate all economic activities for management of safety and health risks at workplaces and to provide measures so as to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for every working man and woman in the nation. Government recognizes that safety and health of workers has a positive impact on productivity and economic and social development. Prevention is an integral part of economic activities as high safety and health standard at work is as important as good business performance for new as well as existing industriesNational safety policy GOI con1.3 On the basis of these Directive Principles as well as international instruments, Government is committed to regulate all economic activities for management of safety and health risks at workplaces and to provide measures so as to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for every working man and woman in the nation. Government recognizes that safety and health of workers has a positive impact on productivity and economic and social development. Prevention is an integral part of economic activities as high safety and health standard at work is as important as good business performance for new as well as existing industriesNational safety policy GOI con1.3 On the basis of these Directive Principles as well as international instruments, Government is committed to regulate all economic activities for management of safety and health risks at workplaces and to provide measures so as to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for every working man and woman in the nation. Government recognizes that safety and health of workers has a positive impact on productivity and economic and social development. Prevention is an integral part of economic activities as high safety and health standard at work is as important as good business performance for new as well as existing industriesNational safety policy GOI con1.4 The formulation of policy, priorities and strategies in occupational safety, health and environment at work places, is undertaken by national authorities in consultation with social partners for fulfilling such objectives. A critical role is played by the Government and the social partners, professional safety and health organizations in ensuring prevention and in also providing treatment, support and rehabilitation servicesNational safety policy GOI con2.8 Promoting inclusion of safety, health and environment, improvement at workplaces as an important component in other relevant national policy documents. 2.9 Including safety and occupational health as an integral part of every operation.

Safety Management SystemPolicy - Establish within policy statements what the requirements are for the organisation in terms of resources, defining management commitment and defining OSH targetsOrganizing - How is the organisation structured, where are responsibilities and accountabilities defined, who reports to who and who is responsible for what.Planning and Implementation - What legislation and standards apply to our organisation, what OSH objectives are defined and how are these reviews, hazard prevention and the assessment and management of risk.Evaluation - How is OSH performance measured and assessed, what are the processes for the reporting of accidents and incidents and for the investigation of accidents and what internal and external audit processes are in place to review the system.Action for Improvement - How are preventative and corrective actions managed and what processes are in place to ensure the continual improvement process

SAFETY POLICYto provide adequate control of the health and safety against risks arising from project work activities; to consult with employees on matters affecting their health and safety; to provide and maintain safe plant and equipment; to ensure safe handling and use of substances; to provide information, instruction and supervision for employees; to ensure all employees are competent to do their tasks, and to give them adequate training; to prevent accidents and cases of work related ill health; to maintain safe and healthy working conditions; and to review and revise this policy as necessary at regular intervals

L&T SAFETY POLICYAt L&T , Safety has always been the first and has been integrated into all work practices.Based on our extensive experience, we have also developed safety manuals, training and education programs that form a comprehensive Environmental and Safety management system applicable to all our projects. Every L&T subcontractor and partner is asked to adopt our safety Policy. L&T Contd.FEATURES OF SAFETY POLICY ARE : Mandatory deputation of safety officers at each construction site. Proactive measures to prevent mishaps at site, covering regular safety training, safety inspection and safety audit at project sites. Safety procedures followed at each construction site as per the manual including mishap reporting & investigation. Internal benchmarking on safety related performance data.

RESPOSIBILITESBOARD,CMD,DIRECTOR SAFETY POLICY FORMULATIONsupporting positive action by all management levels. delegating responsibility to sites/divisions. auditing.SFETY ,ENV,OCCHEALTH ON AGENDA OF B.MEET annual reports on safety performance Employer Responsibilitiesmake the workplace safeprevent risks to healthensure that plant and machinery is safe to use, and that safe working practices are set up and followedmake sure that all materials are handled, stored and used safelyprovide adequate first aid facilitiestell you about any potential hazards from the work you do, chemicals and other substances used by the firm, and give you information, instructions, training and supervision as neededset up emergency plansmake sure that ventilation, temperature, lighting, and toilet, washing and rest facilities all meet health, safety and welfare requirementscheck that the right work equipment is provided and is properly used and regularly maintainedprevent or control exposure to substances that may damage your healthEmployer Responsibilities contdtake precautions against the risks caused by flammable or explosive hazards, electrical equipment, noise and radiationavoid potentially dangerous work involving manual handling and if it can't be avoided, take precautions to reduce the risk of injuryprovide health supervision as neededprovide protective clothing or equipment free of charge if risks can't be removed or adequately controlled by any other meansensure that the right warning signs are provided and looked afterreport certain accidents, injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences to statutory authorities

The management of safety in major projects requires: Clear lines of responsibility The setting of priorities and goals Commitment to provide facilities and equipment required for safety Provision of accredited training where a need is identified Documentary evidence that tasks have been identified and assessed for risk of personal injury Written Safe Systems of Work for all tasks involving significant risk Signed agreements between management and staff to work to the project safety plan Records of the agreements and agreed dates of revision Agreed monitoring and auditing systems Provision for staff feedback organisations need to manage health and safety with the same degree of expertise and to the same standards as other core business activities, if they are effectively to control risks and prevent harm to people. There is a shared common understanding of the organisations vision, values and beliefs. A positive health and safety culture is fostered by the visible and active leadership of senior managersPrime responsibility for accident and ill health prevention rests with management

OrganisingAn effective management structure and arrangements are in place for delivering the safety policy. All staff are motivated and empowered to work safely and to protect their long-term health, not simply to avoid accidents. The arrangements are: underpinned by effective staff involvement and participation; and sustained by effective communication and the promotion of competence which allows all employees and their representatives to make a responsible and informed contribution to the health and safety effort MANAGEMENT IS A MATTER OF GUIDING HUMAN AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES INTO DYNAMIC ORGANISTION UNITS THAT ATTAIN THEIR OBJETIVES TO THE SATISFACTION OF THOSE SERVED AND WITH A DEGREE OF MORALE AND SENSE OF ATTAINMENT ON THE PART OF THOSE RENDERING THE SERVICE KEY TO SUCCESSFUL S.MGTCOMMUNICTIONTEAM BUILDINGDELEGATINGEFFECTIVE USE OF DISCIPLINEAPPRAISING PERFORMANCEDEVELOPING EMPLOYEE SKILLSMOTIVTING EMPLOYEESSOLVING PROBLEMS/CONFLICT RESOLUTIONINTEGRTING SAFETY INTO JOBCONST SITE ENGINEERSMANAGER OF THE WORK PLACEKEEPER OF RULES PROCEDURESMAINTAINER OF A SAFE AND PRODUCTIVE WORK PLACETRAINER OF EMPLOYEESADVOCATE FOR THE WORK FORCEMGT REPLEADER OUT IN FRONTImportant responsibilities as an employeeto take reasonable care of your own health and safety avoid wearing jewellery or loose clothing if operating machineryto take reasonable care not to put other people - fellow employees and members of the public - at risk by what you do or don't do in the course of your workto co-operate with your employer, making sure you get proper training and you understand and follow the company's health and safety policiesnot to interfere with or misuse anything that's been provided for your health, safety or welfareto report any injuries, strains or illnesses you suffer as a result of doing your job (your employer may need to change the way you work)to tell your employer if something happens that might affect your ability to work ( suffering an injury) if you drive or operate machinery, to tell your employer if you take medication that makes you drowsy - they should temporarily move you to another job if they have one for you to doFollow safety rules,supervisers instructions

SAFETY PROFESSIONALMGT TO APPOINT QUAL. S.ODEGREE IN ENG+DIP.IND.SAFETYEXP IN COST INDUSTRYTO REPORT TO CONST.PROJECT HEAD SA.PRO. HAS TO BE SR LEVEL OFFICER SAFETY PROFESSIONALHOUSE KEEPINGSAFETY TRAININGVOCATIONAL TRAININGSAFETY INSPECTION CORECTIVE ACTIONSSAFETY CULTURE ENHANCEMENTPPE USAGE BY WORKMENS.PROF CONTDSAFETY COMMITEESAFETY AUDITFIRE SAFETYTRG FIRE ,FIRST AID,ENVTRG OF CONT.WORKMENTECH SPECIFICATIONS COMPLIANCE SCRAP COLECTIONSCHEDULESS.PRO CONTDREVIEW OF FIRST AID CASESMINOR ACCIDENTSNEAR MISSESOT CONTROLOCCU.HEALTHSTATUTERY REGISTERS,RECORDS ,RETURNSRENEWAL OF LICENSESS.PRO Contd SERIOUS ,FATALACCIDENT ENQUIRESLIASION WITH STATUTORY AUTHORITIESSURVEYS ILLUMINATION,NOISE,HAZ.VAPORS RADIATION,DUST DOCUMENTATION,DATA BASESEASTE MGTINHOUSE EXT SAFETY COMPETITIONSSAFETY WEEK.FIRE DAY ,ENV DAT OBSERVATION

Saf.pro.contdSAFETY POSTERS DISPLAYSAFETY SIGNSHAZ,WARNING BOARDSEMERGENCY PLANSMOCK DRILLSWORK CLOSELY WITH ENV.ENGR,OCC HEALTH PHYSICIANSAFETY COMMITTEECHAIRMAN PRJECT MGRSECRETARY SAFETY.OFFICER,MEMBERS 5 NOMINATED BY CHAIRMAN5 NOMINATED BY WORKMEN/UNION1WMIOTHERS COOPTED BY CHAIRMAN2YR TERMS.C .contdSC MEETING NOTICE WITH AGENDA ALONG WITH CONNECTED PAPERSSEEK ATTENDENCE CONFIRMATIONREVIEW PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES ACTION ALREDY TAKEN ,YET TO BE TAKENSEC.TO RECORD MINUTES USE LAPTOP ,I PADETCCIRCULATE MINUTES WITH IN A DAY OF MEETING TO ALL CONCERNEDCORECTIVE ACTIONS BY WHOOM IN WHAT TIME FRAME?S.C FUNCTIONSDISCUSS S.MATERS FORMU RECOMENDATIONS ACCIDENT ENQ-RECOMENDATIONSNEW WORKING INSTALATIONS,SYSTEMSFORMULATE,IMPLEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGNSMONTHLY MEET, SR OFFICERS TO ATTEND FREQ. YEARLY ONCE Top MGTMGT TO INFORM COPLIANCE STATUS IN 15DAYSSEC S.C IN BIG PROJECTS

Safety RepresentaivesMGT TO APPOINT SAF. REP. WHO ARE EXPERIENCED,TRAINED IN CONST.SAFETY SAFETY INSPECTIONSMEMBER OF S.CACC. ENQ PARTICIPATION STUDY WORKERS CONERNS ON SAFETYTO DISCUSS WITH GOVT INSPECTORS SAF. REPPRESENTATIONS TO MGTOUTSIDE AGENCIESFACTORIES INSPECTORSENV OFFICERS STATE POL. CONTROL BOARDREP OF CHIEF INSP.OF EXPLOSIVESBOILER INSPECTORSELF REGULATIONNEIGHBOURING INDUSTRIES ILO,WHO,INDIAN LAWSMeetings

The means for communicating health and safety information such asrisk assessments, emergency preparedness and legislationrequirements etc. to both internal and external interested parties shallbe by a combination of: Project Meetings; Safety briefings; Documentation; Office and site notice boards; Web pages both intranet and internet; Induction; Method statements, work plans and pre-work briefingsHealth and safety fileThe health and safety file shall be maintained throughoutthe life of the project including the construction and handover phases.Only relevant documents relating to health and safety shall be includedin the Health and Safety File. All such documentation shall be providedin the format specified persons carrying out future construction and maintenance work on thestructure at any time after completion of the current project and couldinclude: As built drawings, calculations and plans used and producedthroughout the construction, installation or demolition process alongwith the design criteria; General details of the construction methods and materials used,including type of material and location used; Details of the structures equipment and maintenance facilitiesMaintenance procedures and requirements for the structure; Details of the location and nature of utilities/services and theirmaintenance/isolation, including emergency and fire-fightingsystems, equipment, routes, procedures etc; Details of hazardous substances and safety data sheets; Load bearing details shoring, retaining walls, piling, basements,walls, trusses and thrust blocks etc; Extent of foundations andWhat is to be done? Precise scope of the job. Where is it to be done? Precise location. When is it to be done? by dates or by sequence of events i.e. preceding, concurrent, or following other operations Who is to do it? Number and type of personnel including any specificed skills, training or qualifications required. How is it to be done? Plant, equipment and material required, including access, storage and handling thereof. Safe means of access and egress. Safe place of work. Precise method and sequence of operations including any 'hold' points. Specific limitations or constraints upon the job e.g. adverse weather, out of sequence workingThe Benefits of Safety Excellence Improves business performance while protecting the lives ofemployees and contract workers Enhances existing business practices Increases productivity while decreasing operating costs Helps protect brand and public image Leverages current strengths of your organizationAUDITSSAFETY AUDITS INTERNAL SAFETY AUDIT CIVIL,MECH,ELE ENGRS EXTERNAL SAFETY AUDIT WITH EXTERNAL SAFETY EXPERTS

BASIC SAFETY PHILOSOPHY FOR SUCCESSA NEW SAFETY CULTURE

All accidents are preventable.No job is worth getting hurt for.Every job will be done safely.Incidents can be managed.Safety is everyones responsibility.Continuous improvement.Safety as a way of life for 24 hours/dayAll individuals have the responsibility and accountability to identify eliminate or manage risks associated with their workplaceLegal obligations will be the minimum requirements fro our health & safety standardsIndividual will be trained and equipped to have the skills and facilities to ensure an accident free workplace

40Safe work cultures starts from simple common beliefs that are supported by all employees in an organisation

Remember

There is no work so important or so urgent that it cannot be done safely

You will achieve the level of Safety Excellencethat YOU demonstrate you want to achieve...42