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ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.

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DateApproved:13June2017 HealthSafety,andEnvironmentalCSO:CejaySturgeon

TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES

8.0 REVISIONINFORMATION

9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION

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DateApproved:13June2017 HealthSafety,andEnvironmentalCSO:CejaySturgeon

1.0 PURPOSE

ThepurposeofthisprogramistodefinetherequirementsforShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesandsubcontractors tosafelyoperateanaerial liftdevice.Anaerial liftdevice isdefinedasanydevice,vehiclemountedormanuallypropelled,telescopingorarticulating,orboth,whichisusedtopositionpersonnelabovesixfeetinheight.

1.1 Scope

ThispolicyshallcoverallaerialliftdevicesusedonShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.property.Allemployeesshalloperatethesedevicesinaccordancewiththispolicy.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

Definitionsbelowarespecifictothisdocument.

Term Description/Explanation

Handhold(Handgrip) A handhold is a device attached to the belt which can be grasped by thepassengertoprovideameansofmaintainingbalance.

Opentype One which has a handgrip surface fully exposed and capable of beingencircledbythepassenger'sfingers.

Closedtype Acup-shapeddevice,openatthetopinthedirectionoftravelofthestepforwhich it is tobeused, and closedat thebottom, intowhich thepassengermayplacehisfingers.

Limitswitch Adevice,thepurposeofwhichistocutoffthepowertothemotorandapplythe brake to stop the carrier in the event that a loaded step passes theterminallanding.

Man-lift A device consisting of a power-driven endless beltmoving in one directiononly,andprovidedwithstepsorplatformsandhandholdsattachedto it forthetransportationofpersonnelfromfloortofloor.

Ratedspeed Ratedspeedisthespeedforwhichthedeviceisdesignedandinstalled.

Split-railswitch Anelectric limitswitchoperatedmechanicallyby the rollersontheman-liftsteps. It consists of an additional hinged or "split" rail, mounted on theregularguiderail,overwhichthesteprollerspass. It isspring loaded inthe"split"position.Ifthestepsupportsnoload,therollerswill"bump"overtheswitch; if a loaded step should pass over the section, the split rail will beforcedstraight,trippingtheswitchandopeningtheelectricalcircuit.

Step(platform) Astepisapassengercarryingunit.

Travel Thetravelisthedistancebetweenthecentersofthetopandbottompulleys.


2.1 KeyResponsibilities

2.1.1 Supervisors

• Shallensurethatallaerialdevicesareproperlyoperatedbytrainedpersonnel.

• ShallensurethataerialliftdevicesaredesignedandconstructedinconformancewithapplicablerequirementsoftheAmericanNationalStandardsfor“VehicleMountedElevatingandRotatingWorkPlatforms”ANSIA92.2--1969,includingappendix.

2.1.2 Employees

Shallfollowallaspectsofthisprogram.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 SafeWorkPractices

Makesurethatworkerswhooperateaerialliftsareproperlytrainedinthesafeuseoftheequipment.

• Maintainandoperateelevatingworkplatformsaccordingtothemanufacturer'sinstructions.

• Neveroverridehydraulic,mechanical,orelectricalsafetydevices.

• Nevermove the equipmentwithworkers in an elevated platform unless this is permitted by themanufacturer.

• Donotallowworkerstopositionthemselvesbetweenoverheadhazards,suchasjoistsandbeams,andtherailsofthebasket.Movementoftheliftcouldcrushtheworker(s).

• Maintain aminimumclearanceof at least 10 feet, or 3meters, away from thenearest energizedoverheadlines.

• Alwaystreatpowerlines,wiresandotherconductorsasenergized,eveniftheyaredownorappeartobeinsulated.

• Useabodyharnessorrestrainingbeltwithalanyardattachedtotheboomorbaskettopreventtheworker(s)frombeingejectedorpulledfromthebasket.

• Setthebrakesandusewheelchockswhenonanincline.

• Useoutriggers,ifprovided.

• Donotexceedtheloadlimitsoftheequipment.Allowforthecombinedweightoftheworker,toolsandmaterials.

4.0 TRAINING

Onlytrainedandauthorizedpersonsareallowedtooperateanaeriallift.Trainingshouldinclude:

• Explanationsofelectrical,fall,andfallingobjecthazards

• Proceduresfordealingwithhazards

• Recognizingandavoidingunsafeconditionsintheworksetting

• Instructionsforcorrectoperationofthelift(includingmaximumintendedloadandloadcapacity)

• Demonstrationsoftheskillsandknowledgeneededtooperateanaerial liftbeforeoperating itonthejob

• Whenandhowtoperforminspections,and


• Manufacturer’srequirements.

4.1 Retraining

Workersshouldberetrainedifanyofthefollowingconditionsoccur:

• Anaccidentoccursduringaerialliftuse,

• Workplacehazardsinvolvinganaerialliftarediscovered,or

• A different type of aerial lift is used. Employers are also required to retrain workers who theyobserveoperatinganaerialliftimproperly

5.0 PROCEDURE

Aerialliftsmaybe“fieldmodified”forusesotherthanthoseintendedbythemanufacturerprovidedthemodificationhasbeencertifiedinwritingbythemanufacturerorbyanequivalententity.

• Liftcontrolsshallbetestedeachdaypriortousetodeterminethatsuchcontrolsareinsafeworkingconditions.Testsshallbemadeatthebeginningofeachshiftduringwhichtheequipmentistobeusedtodeterminethatthebrakesandoperatingsystemsareinproperworkingcondition.

• Onlyauthorizedpersonsshalloperateanaeriallift.

• Boomandbasketloadlimitsspecifiedbythemanufacturershallnotbeexceeded.

• Aerial lifts shall have aworking back---up alarm audible above the surrounding noise level or thevehicleisbackeduponlywhenanobserver(spotter)signalsthatitissafetodoso.

• Theminimumclearancebetweenelectrical linesandanypartoftheequipment(i.e.craneorload)shallbe10feetforlinesrated50kVorbelow.

• Employeesshallalwaysstandfirmlyonthefloorofthebasket,andshallnotsitorclimbontheedgeofthebasketoruseplanks,ladders,orotherdevicesforaworkposition.

• Approvedfallprotectionshallbewornandalanyardattachedtotheboomorbasketwhenworkingfromanaeriallift.

• Allemployeeswhooperateanaerialliftdeviceshallbetrainedinthesafeoperationofthespecificdevicetheywilloperate.TrainingmustconformtoallOSHArequirements.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Trainingrecordsshouldbemaintainedforatleastfouryears.Requiredinformationincludes:

• Namesofemployeestrained,retrainedandfamiliarized,

• Nameofthetrainer(s),

• Trainingcovered,

• Dateoftraining,and

• Writtenrecordsofallinspectionsandrepairs.


7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferenceshttps://www.osha.gov/Publications/aerial_lifts_safety.html,https://safetyresourcesblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/aerial-and-scissors-lift-training-program.pdf,https://www.osha.gov/Publications/aerial-lifts-factsheet.pdf,OSHAFactsheetArialLifts


This is applicable to changes made to the current version from the preceding document, if anyclarificationisrequiredforchangesmadetopreviousdocuments,

Section NatureofAmendments

9.0 APPENDICES

None.

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ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.ASSUREDGROUNDING

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DateApproved:5October2017Health,andSafetyEnvironmentalCSO:CejaySturgeon

TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.ASSUREDGROUNDING


DateApproved:5October2017Health,andSafetyEnvironmentalCSO:CejaySturgeon

1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this procedure is to outline the appropriate steps in order to verify that equipment isproperlygrounded.Thisprocedurespecifiesminimumrequirementsfortheminimizationofstaticelectricalenergy and should be used in conjunction with the Shallow River Construction Services LLC.’s ElectricalSafetyProcedures.

1.1 SCOPE

Thisprocedureappliestoalloperations.Itisrequiredtoprovidegroundingfortheentireelectricalsystem,each piece of electrical equipment, machinery, extension cords, and all portable tools. Only qualifiedpersonnelmayworkonexposedelectricalequipment.

2.0 DEFINITIONS


Term Description/ExplanationBonding The process of establishing electrical continuity between two or more conductive

surfaces.Additionally, it isaprocessofconnecting twoormoreconductiveobjectstogether using a conductor to minimize potential differences between conductiveobjects.Bonding“equalizes”thepotentialbetweenobjects.

Grounding A safe pathway for electricity to follow to the ground in the event of electricalleakage in circuits and/or equipment.Also, theprocessof connectingoneormoreconductive objects to the ground. Grounding dissipates an electric charge to theground.QualifiedPerson Onefamiliarwiththeconstructionandoperationoftheequipmentandthehazardsinvolvedandarepermittedtoworkonornearexposedenergizedparts.

ServicePoint Thepointofconnectionbetweenthefacilitiesoftheservingutilityandthepremiseswiring.

UnqualifiedPerson Onewhoisworkingintheareaofequipmentwithexposedenergizedpartsbutisnotaqualifiedperson.

2.1 Responsibilities

2.1.1 Employer

TheOSHActrequiresemployerstoprovidetheirworkerswith:

• Aworkplacethatisfreeofserioushazards.

• Theemployerisalsoresponsibleforprovidingpersonalprotectiveequipment(PPE).


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• Theemployershalldetermine, throughregularsupervisionand inspectionsconductedat leastonanannualbasis.

• Ensure each employee is complying with the safety-related work practices required whenworkingonornearenergizedorpotentiallyenergizedequipment,and

• The employer shall ensure that the employee in charge conducts a job briefing with theemployeesinvolvedbeforetheystarteachjob.

2.1.2 SiteProjectManagerandSupervisor

TheSiteProjectManagerandSupervisorareto:

• Ensurethatemployeesareincompliancewiththesafeworkpracticesandtherequirementsinthispolicyplan.

• Theyarealsoresponsibleforperformingannualreview,revisetheelectricalsafetyprogram,and

• Ensuringtrainingandretrainingaremadeavailabletoqualifiedandunqualifiedemployees.

2.1.3 Employees

• Followthesafeworkpracticesandrequirementsofthispolicy.

• Understand all procedure, standards and safe work practices that pertain to theirrespectivejobassignments.

• Ensurethattheyarecurrentontrainingandcertifications.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 PersonalSafetyMeasures

Hands,shoes,andclothingshallbedrywhenanyenergizedelectricalequipmentishandled.Jewelryshallberemovedbeforeworkingonenergizedelectricalequipment.

• Allprotectiveequipmentshallbeinspectedbeforeeachjob.

• Donottouchthemetalframeofacaseifitisungroundedandyouareincontactwiththegroundoragroundedobject.

• Onlynon-conductivehardhats(ANSIZ87ClassE)areallowedforusewherethereisapotentialforinjuryfromelectricshockorburnsduetocontactwithenergizedparts.

• Onlyinsulatedtoolsorhandlingequipmentshallbeusedwhenworkingnearenergizedequipmentifthetoolsorequipmentmightcomeincontactwiththeparts.

• The insulatingmaterialsof the tools shall beprotectedagainstdamageand rated for the voltagethatmaybeencountered

4.0 TRAINING

4.1 InitialTraining

Trainingshall beconductedbefore job assignment. Shallow River Construction Services LLC.shallprovidetrainingto ensurethat thegroundingrequirements, purpose, function, andproperuseof tools tobeusedinthenormalfunctionoftheirjobsareunderstoodbyemployeesandthattheknowledgeandskills


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requiredfor thesafeapplication, andusage is acquiredby employees. This standardpractice instructionshallbeprovidedto,and readbyall employees receivingtraining.Thetrainingshall include,ataminimumthefollowing:

• Groundingrequirementsfortoolsandassociatedsiteelectricalequipment.

• Typesoftoolsappropriateforuse.

• Recognitionofapplicableelectricalhazardsassociatedwithworktobecompleted.

• Toolselectionrequirements.

• Proceduresforremovalofanelectricaltool/accessoryfromservice.

• All otheremployees whoseworkoperations are in an areawheretools couldpresent ahazardtothoseuserswillbeinstructedtoanawarenesslevelconcerninghazards.

a. Toolsidentification:

Toolshavingidentificationnumberswillbecheckedforlegibility.

b. RefresherTraining:

Thisstandardpracticeinstructionshallbeprovidedto,andreadbyallemployeesreceivingrefreshertraining. Thetrainingcontent shall beidentical to initial training. Refreshertrainingwill beconducted on as requiredbasis orwhen thefollowingconditions aremet,whicheverevent occurssooner.

c. Retraining:

Retrainingshallbeprovidedforallauthorizedandaffectedemployeeswhenever(andbefore)therebeingachangein their job assignments, achangein thetypeof tools used, or when aknownhazardisaddedtotheworkenvironment.Additional,retrainingshallalsobeconductedwheneveraperiodicinspection reveals, orwhenever ShallowRiver Construction Services LLC. has reason tobelieve,thattherearedeviationsfromorinadequaciesintheemployee'sknowledgeoruseoftools.Theretrainingshall reestablish employee proficiency andintroduce newor revisedmethodsandprocedures,asnecessary.

d. Certification:

Shallow River Construction Services LLC.shall certify that employee training hasbeenaccomplishedandis beingkept upto date. Thecertificationshall contain each employee'snameanddatesoftraining.

5.0 PROCEDURE

If anAssured Equipment Grounding Conductor Program (AEGCP) is used in place ofGround-Fault CircuitInterrupters (GFCIs) for ground-fault protection, the following minimum requirements apply, thoughadditionaltestsorproceduresareencouraged:

• Keepawrittendescriptionof theprogramat the jobsite.Outline specificprocedures for the requiredequipment inspections, tests, and test schedule, and make them available to OSHA and affectedpersonsupondemand.

• Designate one or more competent persons to implement the program. OSHA defines acompetentpersonas someonewho is qualified to identify hazards, and be authorized to take prompt correctivemeasures.


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• Visuallyinspectallcordsets,attachmentcaps,plugsandreceptacles,andanyequipmentconnectedbycordandplug,beforeuseeachday.Ifyouseeanyexternaldamage,suchasdeformedormissingpins,damagedinsulation,etc.,ordiscoverinternaldamage,taketheequipmentoutofuseuntilitisrepaired.

5.1 IdentificationofGroundedandGroundingConductors

5.1.1 IdentificationofConductors

• Aconductorusedasagroundedconductor shallbe identifiableanddistinguishable fromallotherconductors.

• A conductor used as an equipment grounding conductor shall be identifiable anddistinguishablefromallotherconductors.

a. Polarityofconnections

Nogroundedconductorshallbeattachedtoanyterminalorleadsoastoreversedesignatedpolarity.

b. Useofgroundingterminalsanddevices

Agroundingterminalorgrounding-typedeviceonareceptacle,cordconnector,orattachmentplugshallnotbeusedforpurposesotherthangrounding.

5.2 BranchCircuitsandGround-FaultProtection

5.2.1 General

Theemployer shalluseeitherGroundFaultCircuit Interrupters oranAssuredEquipmentGroundingConductorProgramtoprotectemployeesonconstructionsites.Theserequirementsareinadditiontoanyotherrequirementsforequipmentgroundingconductors.

5.2.2 Ground-FaultCircuitInterrupters

All120-volt,single-phase15and20-amperereceptacleoutletsonconstructionsites,whicharenotapartof thepermanentwiringof thebuildingor structureandwhichare inusebyemployees, shallhaveapprovedground-faultcircuit interruptersforpersonnelprotection.Receptaclesonatwo-wire,single-phase portable or vehicle-mounted generator rated not more than 5kW, where the circuitconductorsofthegeneratorareinsulatedfromthegeneratorframeandallothergroundedsurfaces,neednotbeprotectedwithground-faultcircuitinterrupters.

5.3 ContinuityTest:

PerformtwoOSHA-requiredtestsonallelectricalequipment:

1. Acontinuitytest,and

2. Aterminalconnectiontest.

Testsarerequired:

• Beforefirstuse.

• Afteranyrepairs,andbeforeplacingbackinservice.

• Aftersuspecteddamage,andbeforereturningtouse.

• Every3months.


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Thecontinuity testensures that theequipmentgroundingconductor iselectricallycontinuous.Performthistestonallcordsets,receptaclesthatarenotpartofabuildingorstructure'spermanentwiring,andcord-andplug-connected equipment required to be grounded. This test can be accomplished with various testequipment.

Examplesoftestequipment,suchasseenherebelow:

Voltage/ContinuityTesterAnalogMulti-MeterDigitalMulti-Meter

5.4 TerminalConnectionTest:

The terminal connection test ensures that the equipment grounding conductor is connected to its properterminalatreceptaclesandcordplugs.Performthistestwiththesameequipmentusedinthefirsttest,orforreceptaclesuseasreceptacletestersasshownbelow.

Examples of equipment to test proper wiring on receptacles, and GFCI function (device on the right) withdevicesshownbelow:

ReceptacleTesterGFCIReceptacleTesters

5.5 OutletDevices

Outletdevicesshallhaveanampere ratingnot less than the load tobeservedandshall complywith thefollowing:

a. Singlereceptacles:

Asingle receptacle installedonan individualbranchcircuit shallhaveanampereratingofnot less thanthatofthebranchcircuit.

b. Twoormorereceptacles

Whereconnectedtoabranchcircuitsupplyingtwoormorereceptaclesoroutlets,receptacleratingsshallconformtothevalueslistedinTableK-4.


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5.5.1 ReceptaclesforConnectionofMotors

Receptaclesusedfortheconnectionofmotors.Theratingofanattachmentplugorreceptacleusedforcordandplugconnectionofamotortoabranchcircuitshallnotexceed15amperesat125voltsor10amperesat250voltsifindividualoverloadprotectionisomitted.

TABLEK-4-ReceptacleRatingsforVariousSizeCircuits

ReceptacleRatingsforVariousSizeCircuitsCircuitRatingAmperes CircuitRatingAmperes

15....................................Notover15

20....................................15or20

30....................................30

40....................................40or50

50....................................50

5.6 OutsideConductorsandLamps

5.6.1 600Volts,Nominal,orLess

branchcircuit, feeder,andserviceconductors rated600volts,nominal,or lessand runoutdoorsasopenconductorsapplytothefollowing:

a. Conductorsonpoles

Conductors supported on poles shall provide a horizontal climbing space not less than thefollowing:

• Powerconductorsbelowcommunicationconductors-30inches(762mm).

b. Powerconductorsaloneorabovecommunicationconductors:

• 300voltsorless-24inches(610mm),morethan300volts-30inches(762mm).

c. Communicationconductorsbelowpowerconductors:

• Withpowerconductors300voltsor less-24 inches (610mm),more than300volts-30inches(762mm).

d. Clearancefromground.

Openconductorsshallconformtothefollowingminimumclearances:

• 10 feet (3.05m)-above finishedgrade, sidewalks,or fromanyplatformorprojectionfromwhichtheymightbereached.

• 12feet(3.66m)overareassubjecttovehiculartrafficotherthantrucktraffic.

• 15feet(4.57m)overareasotherthanthosethataresubjecttotrucktraffic.

• 18feet(5.49m)overpublicstreets,alleys,roads,anddriveways.


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5.6.2 ClearancefromBuildingOpenings

Conductorsshallhaveaclearanceofat least3feet(914mm)fromwindows,doors, fireescapes,orsimilar locations.Conductorsrunabovethetoplevelofawindowareconsideredtobeoutofreachfromthatwindowand,therefore,donothavetobe3feet(914mm)away.

5.6.3 ClearanceOverRoofs

Conductorsaboveroofspaceaccessibletoemployeesonfootshallhaveaclearancefromthehighestpointoftheroofsurface:

• Notlessthan8feet(2.44m)verticalclearanceforinsulatedconductors,

• Notlessthan10feet(3.05m)verticalordiagonalclearanceforcoveredconductors,andnotlessthan15feet(4.57m)forbareconductors,exceptthat:

Ø Wheretheroofspaceisalsoaccessibletovehiculartraffic,theverticalclearanceshallnotbelessthan18feet(5.49m),or

Ø Where the roof space is not normally accessible to employees on foot, fully insulatedconductorsshallhaveaverticalordiagonalclearanceofnotlessthan3feet(914mm),or

Ø Wherethevoltagebetweenconductorsis300voltsorlessandtheroofhasaslopeofnotless than4 inches (102mm) in12 inches (305mm), theclearance fromroofs shallbeatleast3feet(914mm),or

Ø Wherethevoltagebetweenconductorsis300voltsorlessandtheconductorsdonotpassover more than 4 feet (1.22 m) of the overhang portion of the roof, and they areterminatedatathrough-the-roofracewayorsupport,theclearancefromroofsshallbeatleast18inches(457mm).

5.6.4 LocationofOutdoorLamps

Lampsforoutdoor lightingshallbe locatedbelowall liveconductors, transformers,orotherelectricequipment,unlesssuchequipment iscontrolledbyadisconnectingmeansthatcanbe locked intheopen position or unless adequate clearances or other safeguards are provided for relampingoperations.

5.7 ServicesandDisconnecting

Therequiredmethodshallbeprovidedtodisconnectallconductorsinabuildingorotherstructurefromtheservice-entranceconductors.

Thedisconnectingshallplainlyindicatewhetheritisintheopenorclosedpositionandshallbeinstalledatareadilyaccessiblelocationnearestthepointofentranceoftheservice-entranceconductors.

5.7.1 SimultaneousOpeningofPoles

Eachservicedisconnectingshallsimultaneouslydisconnectallungroundedconductors.

5.7.2 ServicesOver600Volts,Nominal

Thefollowingadditionalrequirementsapplytoservicesover600volts,nominal:

• Guarding,service-entranceconductorsinstalledasopenwiresshallbeguardedtomakethemaccessibleonlytoqualifiedpersons.


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• Signswarning of high voltage shall be postedwhere unauthorized employeesmight come incontactwithliveparts.

5.8 OvercurrentProtection

5.8.1 600Volts,Nominal,orLess.

Thefollowingrequirementsapplytoovercurrentprotectionofcircuitsrated600volts,nominal,orless.

a. ProtectionofConductorsandEquipmentConductorsandequipmentshallbeprotectedfromovercurrent inaccordancewiththeirabilitytosafelyconductcurrent.Conductorsshallhavesufficientampacitytocarrytheload.

b. GroundedConductorsExceptformotorrunningoverloadprotection,overcurrentdevicesshallnotinterruptthecontinuityofthegroundedconductorunlessallconductorsofthecircuitareopenedsimultaneously.

5.9 DisconnectionofFusesandThermalCutouts

Exceptfordevicesprovidedforcurrent-limitingonthesupplysideoftheservicedisconnectingmeans:

• Allcartridgefuseswhichareaccessibletootherthanqualifiedpersons,and

• Allfusesandthermalcutoutsoncircuitsover150voltstogroundshallbeprovidedwithdisconnectingmeans.

• Thisdisconnectingmeans shall be installed so that the fuseor thermal cutout canbedisconnectedfromitssupplywithoutdisruptingservicetoequipmentandcircuitsunrelatedtothoseprotectedbytheovercurrentdevice.

5.9.1 LocationinoronPremises

• Overcurrentdevicesshallbereadilyaccessible.

• Overcurrentdevicesshallnotbelocatedwheretheycouldcreateanemployeesafetyhazardbybeingexposedtophysicaldamageorlocatedinthevicinityofeasilyignitablematerial.

5.9.2 ArcingorSuddenlyMovingParts

Fuses and circuit breakers shall be so located or shielded that employees will not be burned orotherwisebeinjuredbytheiroperation.

5.9.3 CircuitBreakers

Shallcomplywiththefollowing:

• Circuitbreakersshallclearlyindicatewhethertheyareintheopen(off)orclosed(on)position.

• Wherecircuitbreakerhandlesonswitchboardsareoperatedverticallyratherthanhorizontallyorrotationally,theuppositionofthehandleshallbetheclosed(on)position.

• If used as switches in 120-volt, fluorescent lighting circuits, circuit breakers shall be marked"SWD."

• Over600volts,nominal,thefeedersandbranchcircuitsover600volts,nominal,shallhaveshort-circuitedprotection.


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5.10 Grounding

Thissectioncontainsgroundingrequirementsforsystems,circuits,andequipment.

5.10.1 SystemstobeGrounded

Thefollowingsystemswhichsupplypremiseswiringshallbegrounded:

a. Three-wireDCsystems:

All3-wireDCsystemsshallhavetheirneutralconductorgrounded.

b. Two-wireDCsystems:

Two-wireDCsystemsoperatingatover50voltsthrough300voltsbetweenconductorsshallbegrounded unless they are rectifier-derived from an AC system, which complies with thefollowing:

• AC circuits of less than 50 volts shall be grounded if they are installed as overheadconductors outside of buildings or if they are supplied by transformers and thetransformerprimarysupplysystemisungroundedorexceeds150voltstoground.

c. ACsystems,50voltsto1000volts:

ACsystemsof50voltsto1000voltsshallbegroundedunderanyofthefollowingconditions:

• If the system can be so grounded that the maximum voltage to ground on theungroundedconductorsdoesnotexceed150volts,

• If thesystem isnominally rated480Y/277volt,3-phase,4-wire inwhichtheneutral isusedasacircuitconductor,

• Ifthesystemisnominallyrated240/120volt,3-phase,4-wireinwhichthemidpointofonephaseisusedasacircuitconductor,or

• Ifaserviceconductorisuninsulated

EXCEPTIONS: If fuses and circuit breakers is located or shielded that employees will not be burned orotherwiseinjuredbytheiroperation.Handlesorleversofcircuitbreakers,andsimilarpartsthatmaymovesuddenlyinsuchawaythatpersonsinthevicinityarelikelytobeinjuredbybeingstruckbythem,shallbeguardedorisolated.

ACsystemsof50voltsto1000voltsarenotrequiredtobegroundedifthesystemisseparatelyderivedandis supplied by a transformer that has a primary voltage rating less than 1000 volts, provided all of thefollowingconditionsaremet:

• Thesystemisusedexclusivelyforcontrolcircuits,

• Theconditionsofmaintenanceandsupervisionensure thatonlyqualifiedpersonswill service theinstallation,

• Continuityofcontrolpowerisrequired,and

• Grounddetectorsareinstalledonthecontrolsystem.


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5.11 SeparatelyDerivedSystems

Thissectionrequiresgroundingofwiringsystemswhosepowerisderivedfromthegenerator,transformer,orconverter windings and has no direct electrical connection, including a solidly connected grounded circuitconductor,tosupplyconductorsoriginatinginanothersystem.

5.12 PortableandVehicle-MountedGenerators

5.12.1 PortableGenerators

Underthefollowingconditions,theframeofaportablegeneratorneednotbegroundedandmayserveasthegroundingelectrodeforasystemsuppliedbythegenerator:

• The generator supplies only equipment mounted on the generator and/or cord and plug-connectedequipmentthroughreceptaclesmountedonthegenerator,and

• The noncurrent-carrying metal parts of equipment and the equipment grounding conductorterminalsofthereceptaclesarebondedtothegeneratorframe.

5.13 Vehicle-MountedGenerators

Under the following conditions the frame of a vehiclemay serve as the grounding electrode for a systemsuppliedbyageneratorlocatedonthevehicle:

• Theframeofthegeneratorisbondedtothevehicleframe,

• The generator supplies only equipment located on the vehicle and/or cord- and plug-connectedequipmentthroughreceptaclesmountedonthevehicleorthegenerator,and

• Thenoncurrent-carryingmetalpartsofequipmentandtheequipmentgroundingconductorterminalsofandthereceptaclesarebondedtothegeneratorframe.

5.14 NeutralConductorBonding

Aneutralconductorshallbebondedtothegeneratorframeifthegeneratorisacomponentofaseparatelyderivedsystem.Nootherconductorneedbebondedtothegeneratorframe.

5.14.1 Conductorstobegrounded

ForACpremiseswiringsystems,theidentifiedconductorshallbegrounded.

5.15 GroundingConnections

5.15.1 GroundedSystem

Foragroundedsystem,agroundingelectrodeconductorshallbeusedtoconnectboththeequipmentgroundingconductorandthegroundedcircuitconductortothegroundingelectrode.

Boththeequipmentgroundingconductorandthegroundingelectrodeconductorshallbeconnectedtothegroundedcircuitconductoronthesupplysideoftheservicedisconnectingmeans,oronthesupplysideofthesystemdisconnectingmeansorovercurrentdevicesifthesystemisseparatelyderived.


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5.15.2 UngroundedSystems

Foranungroundedservice-suppliedsystem,theequipmentgroundingconductorshallbeconnectedtothe grounding electrode conductor at the service equipment. For an ungrounded separately derivedsystem,theequipmentgroundingconductorshallbeconnectedtothegroundingelectrodeconductorat,oraheadof,thesystemdisconnectingmeansorovercurrentdevices.

5.15.3 GroundingPath

Thepathtogroundfromcircuits,equipment,andenclosuresshallbepermanentandcontinuous.

5.16 Supports,Enclosures,andEquipmenttobeGrounded

5.16.1 SupportsandEnclosuresforConductors

Metalcabletrays,metalraceways,andmetalenclosuresforconductorsshallbegrounded,exceptthat:

• Metalenclosuressuchassleevesthatareusedtoprotectcableassembliesfromphysicaldamageneednotbegrounded,and

• Metal enclosures for conductors added to existing installations of open wire, knob-and-tubewiring,andnonmetallic-sheathedcableneednotbegrounded ifallof the followingconditionsaremet:

Ø Runsarelessthan25feet(7.62m),

Ø Enclosures are free fromprobable contactwith ground, groundedmetal,metal laths, orotherconductivematerials,and

Ø Enclosuresareguardedagainstemployeecontact.

5.17 ServiceEquipmentEnclosures

Metalenclosuresforserviceequipmentshallbegrounded.

5.17.1 FixedEquipment

Exposed noncurrent-carrying metal parts of fixed equipment which may become energized shall begroundedunderanyofthefollowingconditions:

• Ifwithin8feet(2.44m)verticallyor5feet(1.52m)horizontallyofgroundorgroundedmetalobjectsandsubjecttoemployeecontact.

• Iflocatedinawetordamplocationandsubjecttoemployeecontact.

• Ifinelectricalcontactwithmetal.

• Ifinahazardous(classified)location.

• If equipmentoperateswith any terminal atover150 volts toground.However, the followingneednotbegrounded:

Ø Enclosures for switches or circuit breakers used for other than service equipment andaccessibletoqualifiedpersonsonly,

Ø Metal frames of electrically heated appliances which are permanently and effectivelyinsulatedfromground,and


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Ø The cases of distribution apparatus such as transformers and capacitors mounted onwoodenpolesataheightexceeding8feet(2.44m)abovegroundorgradelevel.

5.18 EquipmentConnectedbyCordandPlug

Underanyoftheconditions,exposednoncurrent-carryingmetalpartsofcord-andplug-connectedequipmentwhichmaybecomeenergizedshallbegrounded:

• Ifinahazardous(classified)location.

• Ifoperatedatover150voltstoground.

• Except forguardedmotorsandmetal framesofelectricallyheatedappliances if theappliance framesarepermanentlyandeffectivelyinsulatedfromground.

• Iftheequipment isoneofthetypes listedbelow,theequipmentmaynotneedtobegroundedif it isexempted.

a. HandHeldMotor-OperatedTools

• Cord-andplug-connectedequipmentusedindamporwetlocationsorbyemployeesstandingonthegroundormetalfloorsorworkinginsideofmetaltanksorboilers,

• PortableandmobileX-rayandassociatedequipment,

• Toolsthatarelikelytobeusedinwetand/orconductivelocations,

• Portablehandlamps.

Toolslikelytobeusedinwetand/orconductivelocationsneednotbegroundedifsuppliedthroughanisolating transformerwith an ungrounded secondary of not over 50 volts. Listed or labeled portabletools and appliances protected by a system of double insulation, or its equivalent, need not begrounded.Ifsuchasystemisemployed,theequipmentshallbedistinctivelymarkedtoindicatethatthetoolorapplianceutilizesasystemofdoubleinsulation.

5.19 Nonelectricalequipment

Themetalpartsofthefollowingnonelectricalequipmentshallbegrounded:

• Framesandtracksofelectricallyoperatedcranes,

• Framesofnonelectricallydrivenelevatorcarstowhichelectricconductorsareattached,

• Hand-operatedmetalshiftingropesorcablesofelectricelevators,andmetalpartitions,grillwork,andsimilarmetalenclosuresaroundequipmentofoverIkVbetweenconductors.

5.20 MethodsofGroundingEquipment

Withcircuit conductors.Noncurrent-carryingmetalpartsof fixedequipment, if required tobegroundedbythis subpart, shall be grounded by an equipment grounding conductorwhich is containedwithin the sameraceway,cable,orcord,orrunswithorenclosesthecircuitconductors.ForDCcircuits,onlytheequipmentgroundingconductormayberunseparatelyfromthecircuitconductors.


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5.20.1 GroundingConductor

Aconductorusedforgroundingfixedormovableequipmentshallhavethecapacitytoconductsafelyanyfaultcurrentwhichmaybeimposedonit.

5.20.2 EquipmentConsideredEffectivelyGrounded

Electricequipment isconsideredtobeeffectivelygrounded if it is securedtoand inelectricalcontactwith, a metal rack or structure that is provided for its support and the metal rack or structure isgroundedbythemethodspecifiedforthenoncurrent-carryingmetalpartsoffixedequipment.

Metal car frames supported by metal hoisting cables attached to or running over metal sheaves ordrumsofgroundedelevatormachinesarealsoconsideredtobeeffectivelygrounded.

5.20.3 Bonding

Ifbondingconductorsareusedtoensureelectricalcontinuity, theyshallhavethecapacitytoconductanyfaultcurrentwhichmaybeimposed.

a. MadeElectrodes

• If made electrodes are used, they shall be free from nonconductive coatings, such aspaintorenamel,and

• Ifpracticable,theyshallbeembeddedbelowpermanentmoisturelevel.

• A single electrode consisting of a rod, pipe or plate which has a resistance to groundgreaterthan25ohmsshallbeaugmentedbyoneadditionalelectrodeinstallednocloserthan6feet(1.83m)tothefirstelectrode.

5.21 GroundingofSystemsandCircuitsof1000voltsandOver(highvoltage)

Ifhighvoltagesystemsaregrounded,theyshallcomplywiththefollowingconditionsbelow:

a. Thegroundingofsystemssupplyingportableormobileequipment.Systemssupplyingportableormobile high voltage equipment, other than substations installed on a temporary basis, shallcomplywiththefollowing:

• Portable and mobile high-voltage equipment shall be supplied from a system having itsneutralgroundedthroughanimpedance.Ifadelta-connectedhighvoltagesystemisusedtosupplytheequipment,asystemneutralshallbederived.

• Exposed noncurrent-carrying metal parts of portable and mobile equipment shall beconnected to an equipment grounding conductor to the point atwhich the system neutralimpedanceisgrounded.

• Ground-faultdetectionand relaying shallbeprovided toautomaticallyde-energizeanyhighvoltagesystemcomponentwhichhasdevelopedagroundfault.

• Thecontinuityoftheequipmentgroundingconductorshallbecontinuouslymonitoredsoastode-energizeautomatically.

• The grounding electrode to which the portable or mobile equipment system neutralimpedanceisconnectedshallbeisolatedfromandseparatedinthegroundbyatleast20feet(6.1m)fromanyothersystemorequipmentgroundingelectrode,and


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• Thereshallbenodirectconnectionbetweenthegroundingelectrodes, suchasburiedpipe,fenceorlikeobjects.

5.22 GroundingofEquipment

All noncurrent-carrying metal parts of portable equipment and fixed equipment including their associatedfences,housings,enclosures,andsupportingstructuresshallbegrounded.

However, equipment which is guarded by location and isolated from ground need not be grounded.Additionally, pole-mounted distribution apparatus at a height exceeding 8 feet (2.44 m) above ground orgradelevelneednotbegrounded.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Recordsshallbekeptbymeansoflogs,colorcoding,orothereffectivemeansandshallbemaintaineduntilreplacedbyamorecurrentrecord.TherecordshallbemadeavailableonthejobsiteforinspectionbytheAssistantSecretaryandanyaffectedemployee.

Maintainawrittenrecordoftherequiredtests:

• Identifyingallequipmentthatpassedthetest

• Thelastdateitwastested(orthetestinginterval),and

• MakeitavailabletoOSHAinspectorsandaffectedpersonsupondemand.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesModelSafetyProgramDATE:SUBJECT:AssuredEquipment.PDF,OSHA29CFR,SubpartSElectrical,1910.304Wiringdesignandprotection,file:///F:/USRAVs%20Working/2nd%20Set/16.%20Assured%20Grounding/Research/Attach_EE_Grounding.pdf,1926Subpart:KElectrical1926.404,Wiringdesignandprotection.


Thisappliestochangesmadetothecurrentversionoftheprecedingdocument.


9.0 APPENDICES

None.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



BLOODBORNEPATHOGENSVersion:1.1Page1of8

DateApproved:13June2017

Health,andSafetyEnvironmentalCSO:CejaySturgeon


1.0 PURPOSE

This Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan has been established to ensure a safe and healthfulworking environment and act as a performance standard for all employees. This program applies to alloccupationalexposuretobloodorotherpotentiallyinfectiousmaterials.Thecontentofthisplancomplies

withOSHAStandard29CFR1910.1030(OccupationalExposuretoBloodbornePathogens).

1.1 Scope

All employeeswho have ormay have the potential for exposure to blood or other potentially infectiousmaterialsintheworkplace.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



None None.


2.1.1 Employer

• OSHA requires that all employers that can "reasonably anticipate exposure" of employees toinfectiousmaterialtoprepareandimplementawrittenexposurecontrolplan.

• EnsuretheavailabilityoftheHepatitisBvaccinethathaveoccupationalexposureatnocost.

2.1.2 SiteProjectManagerandSupervisors

Siteprojectmanagerandsupervisorsareresponsibleforexposurecontrolintheirrespectiveareas.

2.1.3 ExposureControlOfficer

Exposure Control Officer Shallow River Construction Services LLC. CSO. Has overall responsibility fordevelopingandimplementingtheExposureControlProcedureforallfacilities.

2.1.4 Employees

• Knowwhattaskstheyperformthathaveoccupationalexposure.

• Planandconductalloperationsinaccordancewithourworkpracticecontrols.

• Developgoodpersonalhygienehabits.


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3.0 SAFETY

3.1 EngineeringControls

Handwashingfacilities(orantiseptichandcleansersorantiseptictowelette),whicharereadilyaccessibletoallemployeeswhohavethepotential forexposure.Containersforcontaminatedreusablesharpsthatourclients provide have the following characteristics: Puncture-resistant; Color-coded or labelled with abiohazardwarninglabel;Leak-proofonthesidesandbottom.Secondarycontainerswhichare:

• Leak-proof;Color-codedorlabelledwithabiohazardwarninglabel;Puncture-resistant,ifnecessary.

3.2 PersonalProtectiveEquipment

Shallow River Construction Services LLC. provides at no cost to our employee’s gloves, safety glasses,goggles,gowns,faceshields/masksandotherasneedPPEforbloodbornepathogensresponse.AllPPEshallbeof thepropersizeandreadilyaccessible.Ouremployeesadhereto the followingpracticeswhenusingtheirpersonalprotectiveequipment:

• Anygarmentspenetratedbybloodorotherinfectiousmaterialsareremovedimmediately.

• Allpotentiallycontaminatedpersonalprotectiveequipmentisremovedpriortoleavingaworkarea.

• Glovesarewornwheneveremployeesanticipatehandcontactwithpotentiallyinfectiousmaterialsorwhenhandlingortouchingcontaminateditemsorsurfaces.

• Disposableglovesarereplacedassoonaspracticalaftercontaminationoriftheyaretorn,puncturedorotherwiselosetheirabilitytofunctionasan"exposurebarrier".

• Masksandeyeprotection(suchasgoggles, faceshields,etc.)areusedwheneversplashesorspraysmaygeneratedropletsofinfectiousmaterials.

• AnyPPEexposedtobloodbornepathogensshallbedisposedofproperly.

• PPEshallbeusedunlessemployeestemporarilydeclinedtousePPEunderrarecircumstances.

• PPEshouldbecleaned,laundered&properlydisposedofifcontaminated.

• Shallow River Construction Services LLC. will repair and replace PPE as needed to maintain itseffectiveness.

4.0 TRAINING

Employeeswithreasonableanticipatedoccupationalexposuretobloodbornepathogensshallparticipateintrainingbeforetheirinitialassignmentandwithinoneyearofanyprevioustraining.Trainingshallinclude:

• Whatbloodbornepathogensare;howtoprotectthemselvesfromexposure

• Methodsofwarnings(signs,labels,etc.)

• TheOSHArequirementsofbloodbornepathogens

• TheavailabilityoftheHepatitisBvaccinethathaveoccupationalexposureatnocost

4.1 AvailabilityofProceduretoEmployees

TheBloodborneExposureControlPlaniskeptatalllocationsandshallbeaccessibletoemployees.


4.2 ReviewsandUpdateoftheProcedure

Theprocedureisreviewedannuallyandupdatedwheneverweestablishnewfunctionalpositionswithinourfacilitythatmayinvolveexposuretobiohazards.

5.0 PROCEDURE

Tolimitsoccupationalexposuretobloodandotherpotentiallyinfectiousmaterials,exposurecouldresultintransmissionofbloodbornepathogensthat,whichcanleadtodiseaseanddeath.

5.1 ExposureDetermination

• There are no job classifications in which some or all employees have occupational exposure tobloodbornepathogensthatmayresultfromtheperformanceoftheirroutineduties.

• Designatedemployeesaretrainedtorenderfirstaidandbasiclifesupport.Renderingfirstaidorbasiclifesupportwillexposeemployeestobloodbornepathogensandwillrequirethemtoadheretothisprogram.

• Inaddition,nomedicalsharpsorsimilarequipmentisprovidedto,orusedby,employeesrenderingfirstaidorbasiclifesupport.

• This exposuredeterminationhasbeenmadewithout regards to thePersonal Protective Equipmentthatmaybeusedbyemployees.

• Alistingofallfirstaidandbasiclifesupporttrainedemployeesinthisworkgroupshallbemaintainedateachworksiteandateachfirstaidkit.

5.2 MethodsofComplianceUniversalPrecautions

Universalprecautionsareusedforallmaterialspossiblyinfectious:

Undercircumstancesinwhichdifferentialbetweenbodyfluidsisdifficultor impossible,allbodyfluidswillbeconsideredpotentiallyinfectious.

• The employer shall post signs at the entrance towork areas specified in paragraph (e), HIV andHBVResearch Laboratory and Production Facilities, which shall bear the following legend:

(NameoftheInfectiousAgent)(Specialrequirementsforenteringthearea)(Name,telephonenumberofthelaboratorydirectororotherresponsibleperson.)

5.3 WorkPracticeControls

• Employees shall wash their hands immediately, or as soon as feasible, after removal of potentiallycontaminatedglovesorotherpersonalprotectiveequipment.

• Following any contact of body areaswith blood or any other infectiousmaterials, employeeswashtheirhandsandanyotherexposedskinwithsoapandwaterassoonaspossible.


• Hand washing facilities shall be available. If hand washing facilities are not feasible Shallow RiverConstructionServicesLLC.willprovideeitheranappropriateantiseptichandcleanser inconjunctionwithcloth/papertowelsorantiseptictowelette.

• Contaminated needles and other contaminated sharps should not be handled if you are notAUTHORIZED or TRAINED to do so. Contaminated needles and other contaminated sharps are notbentorrecapped.

• Eating,drinking,smoking,applyingcosmeticsorlipbalmandhandlingcontactlensesisprohibitedinworkareaswherethereispotentialforexposuretobiohazardousmaterials.

• Foodanddrinkisnotkept inrefrigerators,freezers,oncountertopsor inotherstorageareaswherepotentiallyinfectiousmaterialsarepresent.

• Allequipmentorenvironmentalsurfacesshallbecleaned&decontaminatedaftercontactwithbloodorotherpotentiallyinfectiousmaterials.

• Specimens of blood or other potentially infectious materials must be put in leak proof bags forhandling,storageandtransport.

• If outside contamination of a primary specimen container occurs, that container is placedwithin asecondleakproofcontainer,appropriatelylabelled,forhandlingandstorage.

• Bloodborne pathogens kits are located on top of first aid kits and are to be used in emergencysituationsbythecaregiver.Oncethesealisbrokenonkitandanyportionhasbeenuseditisnottobereused. Pathogen Kits shall be ordered and replaced promptly. Biohazard bags are identified bystickersandlocatedinthefirstaidarea.Contaminatedsuppliesaretobedisposedatonce.

5.4 Housekeeping

Ourstaffemploysthefollowingpractices:

• All equipment and surfaces are cleaned and decontaminated after contact with blood or otherpotentiallyinfectiousmaterials.

• Protective coverings (such as plastic trash bags or wrap, aluminium foil or absorbent paper) areremovedandreplaced.

• All trash containers, pails, bins, and other receptacles intended for use routinely are inspected,cleanedanddecontaminatedassoonaspossibleifvisiblycontaminated.

• Potentiallycontaminatedbrokenglasswareispickedupusingmechanicalmeans(suchasdustpanandbrush,tongs,forceps,etc.).

5.5 Post-ExposureEvaluation&Follow-Up

Ifthereisanincidentwhereexposuretobloodbornepathogensoccurred,weimmediatelyfocusoureffortsoninvestigatingthecircumstancessurroundingtheexposureincidentandmakingsurethatouremployeesreceivemedicalconsultationandimmediatetreatment.

TheShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.CSO/Supervisorinvestigateseveryreportedexposureincidentand a written summary of the incident and its causes is prepared and recommendations are made foravoiding similar incidents in the future.Weprovideanexposedemployeewith the following confidentialinformation:

• Documentation regarding the routes of exposure and circumstances under which the exposureincidentoccurred.


• Identificationofthesourceindividual(unlessnotfeasibleorprohibitedbylaw).

Oncetheseprocedureshavebeencompleted,anappointmentisarrangedfortheexposedemployeewithaqualifiedhealthcareprofessional to discuss the employee'smedical status. This includes an evaluationofanyreportedillnesses,aswellasanyrecommendedtreatment.

InformationProvidedtotheHealthcareProfessional.Weforwardthefollowing:

• AcopyoftheBiohazardsStandard.

• Adescriptionoftheexposureincident.

• Otherpertinentinformation.

HealthcareProfessional’sWrittenOpinion

Aftertheconsultation,thehealthcareprofessionalprovidesourfacilitywithawrittenopinionevaluatingtheexposed employee's situation.We, in turn, furnish a copy of this opinion to the exposed employee. Thewrittenopinionwillcontainonlythefollowinginformation:

• WhetherHepatitisBVaccinationisindicatedfortheemployee.

• WhethertheemployeehasreceivedtheHepatitisBVaccination.

• Confirmationthattheemployeehasbeeninformedoftheresultsoftheevaluation.

• Confirmation that the employee has been told about any medical conditions resulting from theexposureincidentwhichrequirefurtherevaluationortreatment.

• Allotherfindingsordiagnoseswillremainconfidentialandwillnotbeincludedinthewrittenreport.

5.6 LabelsandSigns

Biohazardwarninglabellingshallbeusedoncontainersofregulatedwaste;Sharpsdisposalcontainers;contaminatedlaundrybagsandcontainers;contaminatedequipment.

5.7 Information

Informationprovidedtoouremployeesincludes:

• TheBiohazardsStandarditself.

• Theepidemiologyandsymptomsofbloodbornediseases.

• Themodesoftransmissionofbloodbornepathogens.

• Ourfacility'sExposureControlProcedure(andwhereemployeescanobtainacopy).

• Appropriatemethodsforrecognizingtasksandotheractivitiesthatmayinvolveexposure.

• Areviewoftheuseandlimitationsofmethodsthatwillpreventorreduceexposure.

• Selectionanduseofpersonalprotectiveequipment.

• Visualwarningsofbiohazardswithinourfacilityincludinglabels,signsand"color-coded"containers.

• InformationontheHepatitisBVaccine.

• Actionstotakeandpersonstocontactinanemergencyinvolvingpotentiallyinfectiousmaterial.

• Theproceduretofollowifanexposureincidentoccurs,includingincidentreporting.

• Informationonthepost-exposureevaluationandfollow-up,includingmedicalconsultation.


• Accesstoacopyoftheexposureplanshallbeprovidedinareasonabletime,place,andmanner.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Allrecordsshallbemadeavailableuponrequestofemployees,OHSA’sAssistantSecretaryandtheDirectorof OSHA for examination and copying. Medical records must have written consent of employee beforereleased.ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.Inspectionshallmeettherequirementsinvolvingtransferofrecordssetforthin29CFR1910.1020(h).

The respective Human Resources representative shall maintain Bloodborne Pathogen exposure records.Employeemedical records shall be kept confidential and are not to be disclosedwithout the employee'swrittenconsent,exceptasrequiredby29CFR1910.1030orotherlaw.

Medicalrecordsshallbemaintainedforthedurationofemploymentplus30yearsandshallincludeatleastthefollowing:

• Employee's name, Social Security number and Shallow River Construction Services LLC. Inspectionemployeenumber.

• Employee'sHepatitisBvaccinationstatus,includingvaccinationdates.

• All results from examinations, medical testing and follow-up procedures, including all health careprofessional’swrittenopinions.

• Informationprovidedtothehealthcareprofessional.

• AnyHepatitisBVaccineDeclinations.

Training records shall bemaintained for 3 years from the date onwhich the training occurred and shallincludeatleastthefollowing:

• Outlineoftrainingprogramcontents.

• Nameofpersonconductingthetraining.

• Namesandjobtitlesofallpersonsattendingthetraining.

• Dateoftraining.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesOSHAStandard29CFR1910.1030(OccupationalExposuretoBloodbornePathogens)


Thisisapplicabletochangesmadetothecurrentversionfromtheprecedingdocument.



9.0 APPENDICES

None.


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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDSKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



CONFINESPACE


DateApproved:11September2017



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1.0 PURPOSE

TheConfineSpaceprogramspurposeistoensurethe[ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.]isprovidingasafeandhealthyworkplaceforthe[companie]s’employeesandcontractorsaswellasanyonewhomaybeexposedtotheworkingactivitiesofConfineSpaceswhileensuringthatallactivityinvolvingconfinedspacescomplieswithfederalandstaterequirements.

1.1 Scope

Theoperator’sprogramshall takeprecedencewhenworkisperformedonanoneownedoroperatedsite.Thisprogramsdocumentcoversthecompanies’employeesalongwiththeircontractorsandshallbeutilizedonownerspremises,orwhenanoperator’sprogramdoesnotexistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Attendant Anindividualstationedoutsideoneormorepermitspaceswhoassessesthestatusofauthorizedentrantsandwhomustperformtheduties.

Authorizedentrant

Anemployeewhoisauthorizedbytheentrysupervisortoenterapermitspace.

Barrier Aphysicalobstructionthatblocksorlimitsaccess.

Confinedspace Meansaspacethat:

• Islargeenoughandsoconfiguredthatanemployeecanbodilyenterit;

• Haslimitedorrestrictedmeansforentryandexit;and

• Isnotdesignedforcontinuousemployeeoccupancy.

Entry Theactionbywhichanypartofapersonpassesthroughanopeningintoapermit-requiredconfinedspace.Entryincludesensuingworkactivitiesinthatspaceandisconsideredtohaveoccurredassoonasanypartoftheentrant'sbodybreakstheplaneofanopeningintothespace,whethersuchactionisintentionaloranyworkactivitiesareactuallyperformedinthespace.

Note to the definition of "Entry Employer".An employer cannot avoid the duties of the standardmerelybyrefusingtodecidewhether itsemployeeswillenterapermitspace,andOSHAwillconsiderthefailuretosodecidetobeanimplicitdecisiontoallowemployeestoenterthosespacesiftheyareworkingintheproximityofthespace.

Entrypermit(permit)

Thewrittenorprinteddocumentthatisprovidedbytheemployerwhodesignatedthespaceapermitspacetoallowandcontrolentry intoapermitspaceandthatcontainstheinformationspecifiedin§1926.1206.

Entrysupervisor

Thequalifiedperson(suchastheemployer,foreman,orcrewchief)responsiblefordetermining if acceptable entry conditions are present at a permit space whereentry is planned, for authorizing entry and overseeing entry operations, and for


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terminatingentryasrequiredbythisstandard.

Notetothedefinitionof"Entrysupervisor".Anentrysupervisoralsomayserveasanattendantorasanauthorizedentrant,aslongasthatpersonistrainedandequippedasrequiredbythisstandardforeachroleheorshefills.Also,thedutiesofentrysupervisormaybepassedfromoneindividualtoanotherduringthecourseofanentryoperation.

HazardousAtmosphere

An atmosphere thatmay expose employees to the risk of death, incapacitation,impairmentofabilitytoself-rescue(that is,escapeunaidedfromapermitspace),injury,oracuteillnessfromoneormoreofthefollowingcauses:1. Flammablegas,vapor,ormist inexcessof10percentof its lowerflammable

limit(lfl);2. Airbornecombustibledustataconcentrationthatmeetsorexceedsitslfl;Note to paragraph (2) of the definition of "hazardous atmosphere".Thisconcentrationmaybeapproximatedasaconditioninwhichthecombustibledustobscuresvisionatadistanceof5feet(1.52meters)orless.3. Atmospheric oxygen concentration below 19.5 percent or above 23.5

percent;4. Atmospheric concentration of any substance for which a dose or a

permissibleexposurelimitispublishedinsubpartdofthispart(occupationalhealth and environmental control), or in subpart z of this part (toxic andhazardous substances), and which could result in employee exposure inexcessofitsdoseorpermissibleexposurelimit;

Note to paragraph (4) of the definition of "hazardous atmosphere".Anatmosphericconcentrationofanysubstancethat isnotcapableofcausingdeath,incapacitation,impairmentofabilitytoself-rescue,injury,oracuteillnessduetoitshealtheffectsisnotcoveredbythisdefinition.5. Any other atmospheric condition that is immediately dangerous to life or

health.Note to paragraph (5) of the definition of "hazardous atmosphere".For aircontaminants forwhichoshahasnotdeterminedadoseorpermissibleexposurelimit,othersourcesofinformation,suchassafetydatasheetsthatcomplywiththehazard communication standard, § 1926.59, published information, and internaldocuments can provide guidance in establishing acceptable atmosphericconditions.

Hotwork Operationscapableofprovidingasourceofignition(forexample,riveting,welding,cutting,burning,andheating).

ImmediatelydangeroustolifeorhealthIDLH

Anyconditionthatwouldinterferewithanindividual'sabilitytoescapeunaidedfromapermitspaceandthatposesathreattolifeorthatwouldcauseirreversibleadversehealtheffects.

Note to the definition of "immediately dangerous to life or health".Somematerials-hydrogen fluoride gas and cadmium vapor, for example-may produceimmediate transient effects that, even if severe, may pass without medicalattention, but are followed by sudden, possibly fatal collapse 12-72 hours afterexposure. The victim "feels normal" after recovery from transient effects untilcollapse. Such materials in hazardous quantities are considered to be"immediately"dangeroustolifeorhealth.

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isolation against the release of energy and material into the space, and contact with aphysical hazard, by suchmeans as: Blanking or blinding;misaligning or removingsections of lines, pipes, or ducts; a double block and bleed system; lockout ortagoutofallsourcesofenergy;blockingordisconnectingallmechanicallinkages;orplacement of barriers to eliminate the potential for employee contact with aphysicalhazard.

Lockout The placement of a lockout device on an energy isolating device, in accordancewith an establishedprocedure, ensuring that the energy isolating device and theequipment being controlled cannot be operated until the lockout device isremoved.

Monitorormonitoring

Theprocessusedtoidentifyandevaluatethehazardsafteranauthorizedentrantenters thespace.This isaprocessofchecking forchanges that isperformed inaperiodic or continuous manner after the completion of the initial testing orevaluationofthatspace.

Non-entry Rescueoccurswhenarescueservice,usuallytheattendant,retrievesemployeesinapermitspacewithoutenteringthepermitspace.

Non-permitconfinedspace

Aconfinedspacethatmeetsthedefinitionofaconfinedspacebutdoesnotmeettherequirementsforapermit-requiredconfinedspace,asdefinedinthissubpart.

Permit-requiredconfinedspace(permitspace)

Aconfinedspacethathasoneormoreofthefollowingcharacteristics:

1. Containsorhasapotentialtocontainahazardousatmosphere;

2. Containsamaterialthathasthepotentialforengulfinganentrant;

3. Has an internal configuration such that an entrant could be trapped orasphyxiated by inwardly converging walls or by a floor which slopesdownwardandtaperstoasmallercross-section;or

4. Containsanyotherrecognizedserioussafetyorhealthhazard.

Permit-requiredconfinedspaceprogram

The employer's overall program for controlling, and, where appropriate, forprotecting employees from, permit space hazards and for regulating employeeentryintopermitspaces.

Rescue Retrieving,andprovidingmedicalassistanceto,oneormoreemployeeswhoareinapermitspace.

Rescueservice Thepersonneldesignatedtorescueemployeesfrompermitspaces.

Ventilateorventilation

Controlling a hazardous atmosphere using continuous forced-air mechanicalsystemsthatmeettherequirementsof§1926.57(Ventilation).


Theemployerisresponsibleforprovidingtheirworkerswithaworkplacethatisfreeofserioushazards:

• Theemployershallconfirmthatthroughexaminationofregularsupervisionandinspectionsactivitiesperformedonanannualbasis;eachemployeeisincompliancewiththesafety-relatedworkpracticesrequiredwhileworkingonornearenergizedorpotentiallyenergizedequipment.

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2.1.1 SiteProjectManagerandSupervisor

TheSiteProjectManagerandSupervisorare toensure thatemployeesperform in compliancewiththesafeworkpracticesandtherequirementsinthispolicyplanadditionallytheyarealsoresponsiblefor:

• Verifyingthateveryemployeeistrainedandunderstandalltherequirementsthatencompassthisprogram

• Providingallnecessaryequipmentaswellasassuringthatallemployeesaretrained ontheusesoftheequipmentwhileensuringtheycomplywiththeserequirements

• Assuring that all Confined Space Program Assessments have been completed anddocumented.

• Assuring that provisions and procedures are in place for the protection of employees fromexternalhazards includingbutnot limitedtopedestrians,vehiclesandotherbarriersandbyuseofthepre-entrychecklistverifyingthatconditionsinthepermitspaceareacceptableforentryduringitsduration.

• ShallensurethatallPermit-RequiredConfinedSpacespermitsareposted.

• Shall ensureanannual reviewof theprogram includingall entrypermits issuedduring thatannualperiod.

• ShallensurethatconfinedspacesareidentifiedproperlyaseitheraNon-Permit ConfinedSpaceoraPermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• Shall ensure that all confined spaces that have beenidentifiedas“noentry”willhavesignsthatstate,“DANGERDONOTENTER”.

• ShallensuresignshavebeenpostedatallPermit-RequiredConfined Space areas that state, “DANGER – PERMIT ENTRYCONFINED SPACE” along with the proper warning word such as“ASPHYXIANT,FLAMMABILITYorTOXICHAZARD”.

• Shallfileallpermitsattheareaofficesforreview.Permitsshallbekeptonfileforoneyear.

2.1.2 Employees

• Shall attend Confined Space Entry training equivalent with their duties and when dutieschangeasrequired.

• Shallcomplywithallaspectsofthisprogram.

• Authorized Entrants, Attendants and Entry Supervisors may be any “[Shallow RiverConstruction Services LLC.]” employee that is authorized by management to work in aconfined space setting and that has been trained as well as being proficient in theunderstandingofprogramrequirements.


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2.1.3 AuthorizedEntrySupervisorDuties

• Shall have a tailgate safetymeeting, with all workers to be involved in the confined spaceentry,thejobbeingperformedwillbereviewedalongwithanysafetyconcernsthatmaybepresent.

• Shallconfirmthatallisolation,Lock/outandTag/outshavebeencompletedpriortoentryintoaconfinedspace.

• Shallensurethattherequirementsofthisprogramarefollowedandmaintained.

• Shall test all atmosphere conditions prior to entry and shall complete and maintain theConfinedSpacePermitForm,alongwithhaving itaccessible forreviewonthe jobsiteatalltimes.

• Shall notify the “[ShallowRiver Construction Services LLC.]” of entry into a Confined Space,andnotifytheEntrySupervisorofanychangesthatmayoccur,duringanentry.

• If the confined space poses a hazard that cannot be eliminated, the Entry Supervisormustarrangeforarescueservices.

• IftheconfinedspaceposesnohazardstotheEntrants,theEntrySupervisorcanreclassifytheconfinedspacetoaNon-PermitConfinedSpace.

• Astand-byrescueteamisnotrequiredtobeonsiteforNon-PermitConfinedSpaceentries.

2.1.4 AuthorizedAttendantDuties

• Knowsthehazardsthatmaybefacedduringentry,includinginformationonthemode,signsorsymptoms,andconsequencesoftheexposure.

• IsawareofpossiblebehavioraleffectsofhazardexposureinAuthorizedEntrants.

• Continuously maintains communication along with having an accurate count of authorizedEntrants in the confined space, also ensures that the means used to identify authorizedEntrants,aswellasaccuratelyidentifieswhoisintheconfinedspace.

• Remains outside the confined space during entry operations until relieved by anotherAttendant.

• AttendantsareNOTallowedtomonitormorethanoneConfinedSpace.

Note: Attendantsmay enter a confined space to attempt a rescue, if they have been trained andequipped for rescue operations as required and only when they have been relieved by anotherAuthorizedAttendant.

2.1.5 AuthorizedEntrantDuties

• Knowsthehazardsthatmaybefacedduringentry,includinginformationonthemode,signsorsymptoms,andconsequencesoftheexposure;

• Usesappropriatepersonalprotectiveequipmentproperly,e.g., faceandeyeprotection,andotherformsofbarrierprotectionsuchasglovesaprons,coveralls,andbreathingequipment;

• IsawareofpossiblebehavioraleffectsofhazardexposureinAuthorizedEntrants;


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• Shall witness and verify calibrated air monitoring, when data is approved, sign off, beforeentryismade.

• Isentitledtorequestadditionalmonitoringatanytime.

• Maintain communication with the Attendants to enable the Attendant to monitor theEntrantsstatusaswellastoalerttheEntranttoevacuateifneeded;and

• When the Entrant recognizes thewarning signs or symptomsof an exposure that exists, orwhen a prohibited condition exists, or when an alarm is activated. The Attendant or EntrySupervisorwillorderalltoexittheconfinedspace,existassoonaspossible.

2.1.6 ControllingContractor

Beforeentryoperationsbegin,thecontrollingcontractormustobtainthehostemployer's informationabout the permit space hazards and previous entry operations and provide that information to eachentityenteringapermitspaceandanyotherentityattheworksitewhoseactivitiescouldforeseeablyresultinahazardinthepermitspace.[1926.1203(h)(2)].

2.1.7 EntryEmployer

Before entry operations begin the ‘entry employer’ must obtain related entry information from the‘controlling contractor’; inform the controlling contractor of the permit space program that theywillfollow.[1926.1203(h)(3)]

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 Pre-EntrySafetyMeeting

TheEntrySupervisormustdeclarewhentheconfinedspaceisreadyforentry.

3.1.1 Pre-EntrySafetyMeetingDiscussion

TheEntrySupervisorshallholdapre-entrysafetymeetingtodiscussallrequirementsandprocedureswith all Authorized Entrant(s) and Attendant(s) involved with the entry. He/she will discuss otherconcernssuchaspreviouscontents,vesselcoating,PPErequiredetc.,duringthismeeting.

3.1.2 CoordinateEntryOperations

TheEntry Supervisormust coordinate entryoperationswhenemployeesofmore thanone ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.areworkingsimultaneouslyintheconfinedspace.Thiscoordinationisnecessarysothatthecompany’sworkdoesnotendangertheemployeesofanothercompany.

3.2 ProtectionEquipment

Checkallworkequipmenttoensurethatithasthepropersafetyfeaturesandisapprovedforthelocationswhereitwillbeused.TheEntrySupervisorshallensurethatallequipmentisproperlymaintainedinasafeconditionandthatEntrantsusetheequipmentproperly.

Thefollowingequipmentmustbeconsideredandmayberequiredwhenenteringaconfinedspace:

• AtmosphericTestingandMonitoringEquipment.

• Barriers,Shields,andSignsPostsignsandbarricadesoutsideallPermitRequiredConfinedSpacestonotifypersonnelthataconfinedspaceentryisinprogressandunauthorizedentryisprohibited.


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• Anysignsusedmuststate“DangerPermitEntryConfinedSpace”alongwiththeproperwarningwordsuch as “Asphyxiant, Flammability or ToxicHazard”.All barricadesmust be capable of preventing apersonfrominadvertentlywalkingintoorkickinganobjectintothespace.

• Communications Equipment – Only use Intrinsically Safe equipment in areas where a hazardousatmospheremayexist.UseacommunicationsystemthatwillkeeptheAttendant inconstant,directcommunicationwiththeEntrant(s)workingintheconfinedspace.Also,useacommunicationsystemthatallowstheAttendanttosummonhelpfromrescueoremergencyservice.

a. EntryandExitEquipment:

• (Forexample:laddersmaybeneededforsafeentryandexit).

b. LightingEquipment:

• Needed for safe entry, work within the space and exit. Lighting equipment used in theconfinedspacemustbecertifiedsafeforthelocation.

• Portableelectriclightingusedinwetand/orotherconductivelocations(drums,tanks,vessels)mustbeoperatedat12voltsorless.120voltlightsmaybeusedifprotectedbyagroundfaultcircuitinterrupter.

c. PersonalProtectiveEquipment:

• Ensurethatpersonnelweartherequiredpersonalprotectiveequipment(PPE).Forrespiratoryprotectionrequirements,refertotheRespiratoryProtectionProgram.

• Anyotherequipmentnecessaryforsafeentryintoandrescuefrompermitrequiredconfinedspaces.

d. RescueandEmergencyEquipment:

• AnExceptifprovidedbyoutsiderescueservices,alongwithanapprovedfirstaidkit.

e. VacuumTrucks:

• Whenused,trucksmustbeproperlygroundedorbondedtopreventstaticsparks.

f. VentilatingEquipment:

• LocalExhaustAirMoversusedtoobtainacceptableatmosphericentryconditions(e.g.,copusairmovers).

4.0 TRAINING

• Trainingshallbeprovidedsothatallemployeeswhoseworkisregulatedbythisprogramacquiretheunderstanding, knowledge, and skills necessary for the safe performance of the duties assigned tothem.

• Training shall be provided to each affected employee, before the employee is first assigned dutiesunderthisprogram,ifanewhazardhasbeencreatedorspecialdeviationshaveoccurredandbeforethereisachangeinassignedduties.

• Trainingrecordsshallincludeemployeename,trainersignature,initials,anddatesoftraining.TrainingrecordsmustbemadeavailabletoemployeesandtheirAuthorizedRepresentative(S)


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4.1.1 Theemployeeshallberetrained:

• WheneverthereisachangeinConfinedSpaceoperationsthatpresentsahazardconcerningconditionswhichanemployeehasnotpreviouslybeentrainedtoperform.

• WhenevertheEntrySupervisorhasreasontobelieveeitherthattherearedeviationsfromthepermitspaceentryproceduresrequiredbythissectionorthatthereareinadequacies intheemployee'sknowledgeoruseoftheseprocedures.

5.0 PROCEDURE

ToexplainsafepracticesforenteringconfinedspacesandpermitrequiredforConfinedSpaces,whichisincompliancewithregulationsalongwithprovidingforthesafetyofallentrants.ConfinedSpacesinclude,butare not limited to underground storage bins, vaults, silos, tanks, manholes, pits, process vessels, andpipelines.

Note: Periodic monitoring can be sufficient in some situation; OSHA does not require ContinuousMonitoring.However,ContinuousMonitoringisalwaysthebestpractice.

5.1 GeneralRequirements

Before work begins at a worksite, each company must ensure that a Competent Person identifies allConfined Spaces inwhich the ShallowRiver Construction Services LLC. directs one ormore employees inwork,and identifieseachspace that isdesignatedapermit space, throughdeliberationandevaluationoftheelementswithinthespace,includingtestingasnecessary.

5.2 Non-PermitConfinedSpaceEntry

If testing of the Confined Space atmosphere is within acceptable limits without the use of forced airventilationandthespace isproperly isolated,thespacecanbeenteredbyfollowingtherequirementsforLevelIconfinedspaceentry.

• Entrantsand/ortheirRepresentativeshallbegiventheopportunitytoobserveandparticipateintheairmonitoringprocess.

• EntrantsshallreviewandsigntheConfinedSpacePermit.

• EmployeesmayenterandworkintheConfinedSpaceaslongasLowerFlammableLimit(LFL,)O2,andtoxicityhazardsremainatsafelevels.

• Complete the “ShallowRiver Construction Services LLC.” Confined Space Entry Permit to documentthat therearenoconfinedspacehazards.Make this certificationavailable toallpersonnelenteringthespace.

• A Trained Attendantmust always be outside the Confined Space. The Attendantmustmonitor theAuthorizedEntrantsforthedurationoftheentryoperation.

5.2.1 Exception:

TheAttendantrequirementsforLevelIConfinedSpaceEntrymaybeexemptedifthejobassessmentisperformedandhasdeterminedthattherearenoinherentdangerstoallowsinglepersonentry.

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• WhentherearechangesintheuseandconfigurationofaConfinedSpacethatmightincreasethehazardstotheEntrants(e.g.,usingepoxycoatingonatankfloor,welding,painting,etc.),re-evaluatethespace.Ifnecessary,reclassifythespaceasaPermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• ContinuouslyMonitortheconfinedspaceatmospheretoensurethatitisstillsafe.

• Thespacemustnotcontainahazardousatmospherewhilepersonnelareinside.

• Ifahazardousatmosphereisdetectedduringanentry,personnelmustimmediatelyevacuatethespace.

• Re-evaluatethespacetodeterminehowthehazardousatmospheredeveloped.

• TheEntrySupervisorshallcanceltheEntryPermit.

• Takeaction toprotectpersonnelbeforeanysubsequentactivity to re-enter thespace takesplace.

• Reissue the Shallow River Construction Services LLC.s’ Confined Space Entry Permit beforeallowingEntrantstore-enterthespace.

• Ifnecessary,reclassifythespaceasaPermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• Ensurethatvehicleorotherequipmentexhaustdoesnotenterthespace.

5.2.2 AlternateProceduresEnteringaSpaceUnderNon-PermitConditions

If the company is using an ‘alternate procedures’ to enter a space under non-permit conditions. Thecompany must demonstrate that each of the following are conditions are satisfactorily addressed:[1926.1203(e)]

a) Allphysicalhazards in thespaceareeliminatedor isolatedthroughengineeringcontrolsso thattheonlyhazardposedbythepermitspaceisanactualorpotentialhazardousatmosphere,

b) Continuousforcedairventilationisutilizedtomaintainsafeforentry,

c) The space should have continuous monitoring unless the employer has supporting data thatdemonstratescontinuousmonitoringisunnecessary.

5.2.3 ReclassifiedSpace

Aspaceclassifiedbythecompanyasa‘permit-required’confinedspacemayonlybe‘reclassified’asa‘non-permit’ confined space when a competent person determines that all of the applicablerequirementshavebeenmet.[1926.1203(g)]

a) Space poses no actual or potential atmospheric hazards and if all hazardswithin the space areeliminatedorisolatedwithoutentryintothespace,

b) Testing and inspectionduring that entry demonstrate that the hazardswithin the permit spacehavebeeneliminatedorisolated,

c) Forcedairventilationdoesnotconstituteeliminationorisolationofthehazards;

d) Document thebasis fordetermining thatall hazards inapermit spacehavebeeneliminatedorisolated,and

e) Throughacertificationthatcontainsthedate,thelocationofthespace,andthesignatureofthepersonmakingthedetermination.


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f) If hazards arise within a permit space that has been reclassified as a non-permit space, eachemployee inthespacemustexitthespace.Theentryemployermustthenreevaluatethespaceandreclassifyitasapermitspace.

5.3 PermitRequiredConfinedSpaceEntry

The‘Permit-required’confinedspaceprogramshalladdressthefollowingelements:[1926.1204(a)(b)(c)(d)]

a) implementthemeasuresnecessarytopreventunauthorizedentry,

b) identifyandevaluatethehazardsofpermitspacesbeforeemployeesenterthem,

c) developandimplementthemeans,procedures,andpracticesnecessaryforsafepermitspaceentryoperations,and

d) provideentryequipmentatnocosttoeachemployee,maintainthatequipmentproperly,andensurethateachemployeeusesthatequipmentproperly.

The‘Permit-required’confinedspaceprogramshallprovidefor‘permitrequired’pre-entrytesting,periodicmonitoring,provideanearly-warningsystemthatcontinuouslymonitorsfornon-isolatedengulfmenthazards,andcontinuouslymonitoratmospherichazards.[1926.1204(e)]

If thecompanydecides that theaffectedemployeeswill enterapermit space, thecompanymusthaveawrittenpermitspaceprogramimplementedandavailableattheconstructionsite.[1926.1203(d)]

The ‘Permit-required’ confined space program shall address the content of the ‘permit required’ entrypermit.[1926.1206]

a) Spacetobeentered

b) Purposeoftheentry

c) Dateandtheauthorizedduration

d) Namesofauthorizedentrants

e) Meansofdetectinganincreaseinatmospherichazardlevelsintheeventtheventilationsystemstopsworking

f) Namesofentryattendants;

g) Name&signatureofentrysupervisor

h) Hazardsofthepermitspacetobeentered

i) Measuresusedtoisolatethepermitspaceandtoeliminateorcontrolpermitspacehazardsbeforeentry

j) Acceptableentryconditions

k) Resultsoftestsandmonitoringperformed{namesorinitialsofthetestersandbyanindicationofwhenthetestswereperformed}

l) Rescueandemergencyservicesthatcanbesummonedandthemeans{suchastheequipmenttouseandthenumberstocall}


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m) Communicationproceduresusedbyauthorizedentrantsandattendantstomaintaincontactduringtheentry

n) Equipment,suchaspersonalprotectiveequipment,testingequipment,communicationsequipment,alarmsystems,andrescueequipment,tobeprovided

o) Anyadditionalpermits,suchasforhotwork,thathavebeenissuedtoauthorizeworkinthepermitspace.

Ifthespaceisproperlyisolatedandresultsofairmonitoringareaboveacceptableparameterswithoutlocalexhaustventilationinoperation,classifytheentryasaPermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• Complete the company’s Confined Space Entry Permit before proceeding with work in a PermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• Entrantsand/ortheirRepresentativeshallbegiventheopportunitytoobserveandparticipateintheairmonitoringprocess.

• EntrantsshallreviewandsigntheConfinedSpacePermit.

• AtleastoneTrainedAttendantmustalwaysbeoutsidethePermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• TheAttendantmustmonitortheAuthorizedEntrantsforthedurationoftheentryoperation.

• OnlyAuthorizedEntrantsmayenteraPermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• AllEntrantsmust sign inandouton theEntryPermitwhenenteringand leavingaPermitRequiredConfinedSpace.

• Thebackofthepermitorasigninsheetmustbeusedforthispurpose.

• Post signs and barricades outside all Permit Required Confined Spaces to notify personnel that aconfinedspaceentryisinprogressandUnauthorizedEntryisprohibited.

• ConditionsmustbeContinuouslyMonitoredwhereEntrantsareworkingtodeterminethatacceptableconditionsaremaintainedduringentry.

a. Ifahazardousatmosphere isdetectedduringanentry,personnelmust immediatelyevacuatethespace:

• TheEntrySupervisorshallcanceltheentrypermit.

• Re-evaluatethespacetodeterminehowthehazardousatmospheredeveloped.

• Takeactiontoprotectpersonnelbeforeanysubsequentactivitytore-enterthespacetakesplace.

• Re-issue the Shallow River Construction Services LLC.’s Confined Space Entry Permit beforeallowingEntrantstore-enterthespace.

• EmployeesortheirRepresentativesareentitledtorequestadditionalmonitoringatanytime.

• The permit must be terminated when the entry operations are complete or when permitconditions change (i.e., hazardous air monitoring results are noted, unsafe behaviors areobserved,etc.).

• TheminimumrescueequipmentrequiredforPermitRequiredConfinedSpaceentryiscoveredintheRescue&Emergencysectionofthisprogram.


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• Permit, requiredConfined Space entry operationswill be reviewedwhen the companybelievesthattherequirementsofthisconfinedspaceprogrammaynotadequatelyprotectpersonnel.

• Ifdeficienciesarefoundintheprogram,theprogramwillberevisedandpersonnelwillbetrainedinthenewrevisionsbeforesubsequententriesareauthorized.

5.4 Pre-JobPlanningandSpacePreparation

• The Entry Supervisor must determine that the confined space is properly isolated by blinding,disconnecting,and/orbyfollowinglocalLockout/Tagoutprocedures.

• TheEntrySupervisormustdiscusswithallEntrantsthehazardsofthespace,communicationmethodsandemergencyproceduresduringtheconfinedspaceentry.

• Eliminateanyconditionmakingitunsafetoopentheequipmenttoatmosphere.

• Promptly guard the opening to prevent an accidental fall through the opening and to protect eachemployeeworkinginthespacefromforeignobjectsenteringthespace.

• If applicable, wash, steam, ventilate or degas the confined space to properly free it of possiblecontaminants.Ventvaporstoasafelocation.

• Donotallowunauthorizedpersonneltoenteraconfinedspace.Barricadeand/orguardallconfinedspacestoprevententryofunauthorizedEntrants.

• Ifperforminghotworkintheconfinedspace,precautionsmustbetakenconsistentwiththeShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.s’HotWorkPermitprocedure.

• Ensurethatvehiclesorotherequipmentexhaustdoesnotenterthespace

5.5 AirMonitoring

Beforeanemployeeentersthespace,theinternalatmosphereshallbetested,withacalibrateddirectreadinginstrument,for:

• Oxygencontent,flammablegases,vapors,andpotentialtoxicaircontaminants,inthatorder

• MonitoringofthespacemustinformtheEntrantsofthepotentialhazardsandresultsandtheymustparticipateinthepermitreviewandsigning.

• Airshallbeperiodicallytestwhilecontinuousventilationisapplied.

• Anyemployee,whoentersthespace,orthatemployee'sAuthorizedRepresentative,shallbeprovidedanopportunitytoobservethepre-entrytestingrequired.

• EmployeesortheirAuthorizedRepresentativeareentitledtorequestadditionalairmonitoringatanytime.

5.6 Ventilation

Continuousforcedairventilationmustbeusedandtestedasfollows:

• Anemployeemaynotenter the spaceuntil the forcedair ventilationhaseliminatedanyhazardousatmosphere,

• Theforcedairventilationshallbesodirectedastoventilatetheimmediateareaswhereanemployeeisorwillbepresentwithinthespaceandshallcontinueuntilallemployeeshaveleftthespace,


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• The air supply for the forced air ventilation shall be froma clean source andmaynot increase thehazardsinthespace.

• The atmosphere within the space shall be Continually Tested as necessary to ensure that thecontinuousforcedairventilationispreventingtheaccumulationofahazardousatmosphere.

• Anyemployee,entering thespace,or thatemployee'sAuthorizedRepresentative, shallbeprovidedwithanopportunitytoobservetheContinuallyTestingandmayrequestadditionalmonitoringatanytime.

• Ifahazardousatmosphereisdetectedduringentryeachemployeeshallleavethespaceimmediatelyandthespaceshallbeevaluatedtodeterminehowthehazardousatmospheredeveloped,and

• Measures shall be implemented to protect employees from the hazardous atmosphere before anysubsequententrytakesplace.

• Effectivemeasuresmustbetakentopreventemployeesfromenteringapermitspace,ifthecompanyidentifies,orreceivesnoticeof,apermitspaceandhasnotauthorizedemployeestheyaredirectingtoworkinthatspace.Inadditiontocomplyingwithallotherapplicablerequirementsofthisstandard.

5.7 MultipleEmployerProcedure

Inorderensuresafetytheemployeesofanyotheremployer,theEntrySupervisorshall:

• Verify that all contractor employees have been trained in confined space and that all contractoremployees fullyunderstand the“ShallowRiverConstructionServices LLC.”procedurespertaining toConfinedSpace.

• Inform the contractor that the workplace contains Permit Spaces and that Permit Space entry isallowed only through compliance with a Permit Space Program meeting the requirements of thissection.

• Apprise the contractor of the elements, including the hazards identified and the employeesexperiencewiththespace,thatmakethespaceinquestionaPermitSpace.

• InformthecontractorofanyprecautionsorproceduresthatShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.has implemented for the protection of employees in or near Permit Spaces where contractorpersonnelwillbeworking.

• Coordinate entry operations with the contractor, when both of the companies’ personnel andcontractorpersonnelwillbeworkinginornearconfinedspaces

5.7.1 DebriefatConclusion

DebriefthecontractorattheconclusionoftheentryoperationsregardingthePermitSpaceProgramthat’s followed, and regarding anyhazards confrontedor introduced in theConfined Spaces duringentry operations. In addition to complying with the Confined Space requirements that apply to allemployees;eachcontractor,whoisretainedtoperformPermitSpaceEntryOperations,shall:

• ObtainanyavailableinformationregardingtheConfinedSpacehazardsandentryoperationsfromtheShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.s’EntrySupervisor.

• Coordinate entry operations with the Shallow River Construction Services LLC.s’ EntrySupervisor, when both company personnel and contractor personnel will be working in ornearPermitSpaces.


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• InformthecompanyoftheConfinedSpaceProgramthatthecontractorwillfollowandofanyhazardsconfrontedorintroducedintheConfinedSpace,eitherthroughadebriefingorduringtheentryoperation.

5.8 PermitSpaceEntryCommunicationandCoordination

The‘hostemployer’entrycommunicationandcoordinationresponsibilitiesbeforeentryoperationsbegin.(The ‘host employer’ must provide the following information, to the ‘controlling contractor’:[1926.1203(h)(1)]

a) Locationofeachknownpermitspace,

b) Hazardsorpotentialhazardsineachspace,and

c) Precautions that the host employer or any previous controlling contractor or entry employer haveimplementedfortheprotectionofemployeesinthepermitspace.

5.9 RescueandEmergencyServices

TheRescueandEmergencyServicesaidifasituationariseswhereahazardousconditionisintroducedandthe worker does not leave or is unable to leave the confined space, rescue procedures should beginimmediately.

5.9.1 General:

• Ifentry is tobemade intoan IDLHatmosphere,or intoaspacethatcanquicklydevelopanIDLHatmosphere(ifventilationfailsorforotherreasons),theTrainedRescueTeamorRescueServicemustbestandingbyatthePermitSpacewhileworkisbeingperformed.

• Incaseofanemergencyand/orinjuries,thePermitSpacesiteshallbesecuredandEmergencyResponsePersonnelshallbenotifiedtorespondperthehostfacilityemergencyplan.

• If there is reliance on the Host Facility or Outside Services for rescue the Host Facility orOutside Services Team must be given an opportunity to examine the entry site, practicerescueanddeclineasappropriate.

• Reliance on Host Facility for rescue services must be stated and agreed to in contractlanguage.

• TheAttendantshallordertheotherEntrantsnottomovetheinjurednorallowUntrainedorUnauthorizedworkersintothespacethatarenottrainedtohandleaConfinedSpaceRescue.

• MaterialSafetyDataSheet’s forsubstancesthatan injuredEntrantwasexposedtomustbeprovidedtothemedicalfacilitytreatingtheinjuredworker.

5.9.2 PermitRequiredConfinedSpaceRescue:

• WhentheAttendantbecomesawareoftheneedforrescue,theAttendantshallimmediatelysummontheonsiterescueteambytheagreeduponcommunicationmethod,verbally,radioorcellphone,withoutleavingthevicinityoftheConfinedSpace.

• TheAttendantshallpreventUnauthorizedPersonnelfromattemptingarescue.

• Aftertherescueteamhasbeennotified,theAttendantshallalerttheEntrySupervisoroftheemergencyviathesamecommunicationmethods.


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• The preferredmeans of providing rescue service is through the use of a Qualified OutsideRescueServiceVendor.

a. TheoutsideRescueServiceVendormustbe:

• Informedofthehazardsthattheymayconfrontduringarescue,

• ProvidedaccesstothePermit-RequiredConfinedSpace,

• Accesstothespaceallowstherescueserviceandlocalsupervisiontojointlydevelopappropriaterescueplans.

b. If the “Shallow River Construction Services LLC.” employees are to perform PermitRequiredConfinedSpaceRescues,theymustbe:

• ProvidedwithtrainingandmustberecognizedasatrainedemployeeintheuseoftheproperPPEnecessarytomaketherescue;

• ProvidedwithPPEatnocostandtrainedtoperformtheassignedduties,

• Requiredtopracticemakingrescuesatleastonceevery12months.Practicerescueisnot required when the affected employees properly performed a rescue operationduringthelast12monthsinthesamepermitspacetheAuthorizedEntrantwillenter,orinasimilarPermitSpace.

• TrainedinbasicfirstaidandCPR.

• Aminimumof onememberof the rescue teammust hold a current certification infirstaidandCPR.

• Iftheoperatorisdesignatedtoproviderescueservicesforthecompany’s,agreementofservicesmustbeincludedincontractforthejob.

5.9.3 Non-entryRescue:

• To facilitate non-entry rescue, an Entrantmust be attached to a retrieval systemwheneverhe/sheentersaPermit-RequiredConfinedSpacewithaverticaldepthofmorethan5feet.

• The retrieval equipment is not required if itwill increase the overall risk of the entry, e.g.,creatinganentanglementhazard,orwillnotcontributetotherescueoftheEntrant.

• Each Entrant shall use a full body harness equipped with a “D” ring located between theshouldersorabovethehead.

• Wristletsmaybeused insteadofthefullbodyharness, if theuseofthefullbodyharness isnot feasible or creates a greater hazard and that using wristlets is the safest and mosteffectivealternative.

• Theretrievallinemustbeattachedtothe“D”ringandtheotherendoftheretrievalline.

• attached to a retrieval deviceor a fixedpoint locatedoutside the space so that rescue canbeginassoonastherescuerbecomesawarethatrescueisnecessary.

5.9.4 Issuance/ReviewingofPermit:

• Only when all pre-entry requirements are satisfied, Shall the Entry Supervisor issue acompleted and signed Confined Space Permit. The Confined Space Permit is valid for one


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shift.

• In theeventof anyUnauthorizedEntry, employee complaints, ahazardnot coveredby thepermit, the occurrence of an injury or nearmiss the Entry Permit shall be cancelled and areviewshallbeconductedtoprovideemployeeprotectionandforrevisingtheprogrampriortoauthorizingsubsequententries.

• An annual review of this program, using the cancelled permits retainedwithin 1 year aftereach entry shall be conducted by the HSEManager to revise the program as necessary, toensurethatemployeesareprotected.IfnoConfinedSpaceEntrieswereperformedduringa12-monthperiod,noreviewisnecessary.

5.9.5 Cancellation/ClosureofPermits:

• TheEntrySupervisorshallcanceltheconfinedspacepermit,attheendofthejoboperation,attheendoftheshiftorwhentheEntrySupervisororAttendantdeterminethatconditionsinorneartheconfinedspacehavechangedandishazardoustotheEntrants.

• The Entry Supervisor shall, at the conclusion of entry operation, close out the permit andprovidethesafetydepartmenttheoriginalcopyoftheConfinedSpacePermit.

6.0 RECORDSKEEPING

Theemployermustmaintaintrainingrecordstoshowthatthetraininghasbeenaccomplished.Thetrainingrecordsmustcontain:

• Eachemployee'sname

• Thenameofthetrainers,and

• Thedatesoftraining

• Employers may perform a single annual review covering all entries performed during a 12-monthperiod.

• Ifnoentryisperformedduringa12-monthperiod,noreviewisnecessary

ThedocumentationmustbeavailableforinspectionbyemployeesandtheirAuthorizedRepresentatives,fortheperiodoftimetheemployeeisemployedbythatemployer.

7.0 REFERENCES

DocumentandExternalRefernces:29CFR1926,SubpartAA―ConfinedSpacesinConstruction,§1926.1209,§1926.1206,subpartDofthispart(OccupationalHealthandEnvironmentalControl),orinsubpartZofthispart(ToxicandHazardousSubstances), Hazard Communication Standard, § 1926.59, § 1926.57 (Ventilation), Sign Illustration’sfromComplianceSigns.com


This is applicable to changes made to the current version from the preceding document for DocumentControlpurposes.

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9.0 APPENDICES

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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

1.0 TRAINING

2.0 PROCEDURE

3.0 RECORDKEEPING

4.0 REFERENCES


6.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION


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1.0 PURPOSE

TheShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.DisciplinaryActionProgramandPolicyProceduresaredesignedto provide constructive and correctiveaction anytimepossible. It has beendesigned consistentwith our

organizationalvalues,HRbestpractices,andemploymentlaws.

1.1 Scope

ThecontentdescribedinthisdocumentencompassesthestepsofaDisciplinaryActionProgramandPolicyProcedures.ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.reservestherighttocombineorskipstepsdepending

upon factsofeach situationand thenatureof theoffense.The levelofdisciplinaryinterventionmayalso

vary.

1.2 PolicyStatement

EmployeesneedtoknowShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.’spositiononsafetyandhealth,andwhat

theShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.expectsofthem.Theyneedaclearunderstandingoftherules

and the consequencesof breaking those rules. Someof the factors thatwill be considereddependupon

whethertheoffenseisrepeateddespitecoaching,counselingand/ortraining,theemployee'sworkrecord

andtheimpacttheconductandperformanceissueshaveonthecompany.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

Nodefinitionsarespecifictothisdocument.


2.1.1 RoleofDisciplinarySystemsintheWorkplace

Thedisciplinarysystemdoesnotexistprimarilytopunishemployees. Itspurposeshouldbetocontrolthe

workenvironmentsothatworkersareprotected,andaccidentsareprevented.Adisciplinarysystemhelps

ensureworkplacesafetyandhealthby lettingthecompanyemployeesknowwhat isexpectedofthem. It

providesworkerswithopportunitiestocorrecttheirbehaviorbeforeanaccidenthappens.

2.1.2 ManagerandHumanResources

The companies Managers and Human Resources are responsible for enforcing the Disciplinary ActionProgramandPolicies.

2.1.3 Supervisor

• Know,communicate,andenforcetheDisciplinaryActionProgramandPolicies

• Observeemployeesworking

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• Analyze&discusssafetyhazards

• Communicatewithyouremployees

• Followupwithyouremployees

• Ensureallemployeesaretrainonrulesandprocedures

• Conductinspections

• Acknowledgesafetybehavior

• Investigateandreportaccidents

• Correctunsafeandhazardousconditions

It is strongly recommended, that no disciplinary action be taken before investigating the situation and

involvingHumanResourcesasappropriate.

2.1.4 Employee

Employeeswhohavebeensubjectedtodisciplinaryactionhavetherighttoappealtheactionthroughthe

pertinentgrievanceprocedure.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 WorkplaceAuditsandInspections

Inspectionofworkareasandauditsofsafetyprogramsaretoolsthatcanbeusedtoidentifyproblemsand

hazards before these conditions result in accidents, injuries andDisciplinary Actions. Audits also help toidentifytheeffectivenessofDisciplinaryActionProgramandPoliciesandcanbeusedasaguidetoassureregulatorycomplianceandasafeworkplace.

a. Management

• Designandscheduleauditandinspectionproceduresforallprocessesandprocedures

• Conductroutineauditsandinspections

• Ensure audits are conducted by employeeswho understand the various safety programs and

policies

b. Supervisors

• Conductinformaldailysafetyinspectionsandensureallunsafeconditionsarecorrected

• Conductdocumentedweeklyinspectionsandensureallunsafeconditionsarecorrected

c. Corrections

• All safety deficiencies found during audits and inspections should be corrected as soon as

possible

• Conditionsthatpresentahazardaretobecorrectedorcontrolledimmediately,and

• Documentation of corrections should be made available to OSHA inspectors and affected

personnelupondemand


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3.1.1 SafetyViolation

Thefollowingactionsconstituteasafetyviolation:

• Notfollowingverbalorwrittensafetyprocedures,guidelineorrulesofShallowRiverConstruction

ServicesLLC.servicesorourclients

• Horseplay,

• FailuretowearrequiredPPE,andorabuseofPPE

• Beingundertheinfluenceofdrugsoralcoholduringwork

• Bringingweaponsonthejobsite

• Failuretoreportincidentsorinjuries

• Attemptedoractualphysical force tocause injury, threateningstatementsorotheractions to

causeanemployeetofeeltheyareatriskofinjury.

The above actions are to be reviewed against a sliding twelve-month scale. If an employee receives a

warning on January 1 and commits his third offense on or before December 31st of the same year, the

employeeisterminated.

The employee does not have to commit the same violation each time to receive further warnings. The

employeewillbeterminateduponhisthirdoffenseinthelasttwelvemonths.

In thecaseof serious safetyviolations suchasby-passingguardingorotherunsafeactivities thatput the

violator or other employees at serious risk of injury, themanagermaymove the violator directly to the

secondorthirdwarninglevel.

Iftheviolator'sactionsputhimorothersatriskofdeathordismembermentthemanagerhastheoptionto

terminatehimwithnofurtherwarning.

Note:followthestepsinSections(5.1–5.1.3.1)toaddresssafetyviolationsactionsandAppropriateControlMeasures

4.0 TRAINING

Trainingcanreducetheneed fordisciplinaryaction.ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC. shall instruct

employeesin:

• Theimportanceofworkplacesafetyandhealth

• Theneedtodevelopsafetyhabits

• Thecompany’soperations

• Thesafeworkpractices,andhazardstheycontrol,and

• Thestandardsofbehaviorthatthecompanyexpects

Thecompanyemployeesmustunderstandthedisciplinarysystemandtheconsequencesofanydeliberate,

unacceptablebehavior.


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5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 AppropriateControlMeasures

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.focusisonaclearunderstandingoftherulesandtheconsequences

of breaking those rules. Which allows Shallow River Construction Services LLC. to avoid vagueness, to

establishconsistencyandfairness.

5.1.1 CounselingandVerbalWarning

Willstayineffectfor12months.(Examples)ofoffensesthatmayleadtoaverbalwarninginclude:

• Tardiness

• Unauthorizedabsencefromthejob

• Failuretomaintainsatisfactory&harmoniousworkingrelationshipswiththepublicorotheremployees

• Smokinginunauthorizedareas

• Failuretopunchtimeclock

• Foulandabusivelanguage

• Inefficiency,incompetenceornegligenceintheperformanceofduties

5.1.2 TheVerbalWarning:

• Createsanopportunityfortheimmediatesupervisortoscheduleameetingwithanemployeetobring

attentiontotheexistingperformance,conductorattendanceissue.

• Thesupervisorshoulddiscusswiththeemployeethenatureoftheproblemorviolationofcompany

policiesandprocedures.

• Listentotheemployee’sresponseandmakeanoteofit.Further,investigatethesituationifappropriate.

• Thesupervisorclearlystatesthatthisconstitutesaverbalwarning.

• Thesupervisorisexpectedtoclearlyoutlineexpectationsandstepstheemployeemusttaketoimprove

theperformanceorresolvetheproblem.

• Thesupervisorwillstatetheconsequencesoffailuretodemonstrateimmediateandsustained

improvement.

• Thesupervisorwilldocumenttheconversationandfollowupwithin2dayswiththeverbalwarning

documentrecappingthemeeting.

• Thedocumentwillindicatethatfailuretodemonstratesustainedimprovementwillleadtofurther

disciplinaryaction.

5.1.2.1 DelivertheVerbalWarning

• Ife-mailed,asktheemployeetoacknowledgethereceiptoftheverbalwarning.

• Ifahardcopyisgiven,encouragetheemployeetosign.

• Iftheemployeerefusestoacknowledgeorsignthedocument,acknowledgethisonthedocument,


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sign,andforwardthedocumenttoHumanResources.

• Keepacopyforyourfile.

5.1.3 TheWrittenWarning

• Stateclearlyattheoutsetoftheletterthatitisawrittenwarning

• Describefortheemployeetheperformance/behaviorproblem(s)orworkruleviolation(s)inavery

specificmanner

• Makereferencetopreviouscounselingandverbalwarning(s)ontheissue

• Listentoandmakeanoteofemployee’sexplanation,makeanyexpectationsregardingbehaviorand

performanceclear.

• Managementwilloutlinetheconsequencesfortheemployeeofhisorhercontinuedfailuretomeet

performanceand/orconductexpectations.

• AformalPerformanceImprovementPlan(PIP)requiringtheemployee’simmediateandsustained

correctiveactionwillbeissuedwithinfivebusinessdaysofthestep2(warning)meeting.

• Clearlytelltheemployeethatifimmediateandsustainedcorrectiveactionisnottakentheconsequence

willbefurtherdisciplinaryaction,uptoandincludingdismissal.

5.1.3.1 DelivertheWrittenWarning

• Deliverthewrittenwarningtotheemployee

• obtainthesignature,and

• sendthedocumenttoHumanResourcestoplacedtheWrittenWarningintheemployee’sfile

• Shouldtheemployeechoosenottosignthewarning,acknowledgethisonthedocument,signit,and

sendtoHumanResources

5.1.4 RecommendationforTerminationofEmployment/Discharge

ThelastandmostseriousstepinShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.’sDisciplinaryActionProgramandPolicyprocessisarecommendationtoterminateemployment.

Generally,ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.willtrytoexercisethedisciplinaryactionnatureofthis

policybyfirstprovidingwarnings,finalwrittenwarningand/orsuspensionfromtheworkplacebefore

proceedingtoarecommendationtoterminateemployment.

However,ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.reservestherighttocombineandskipstepsdepending

uponthecircumstancesofeachsituationandthenatureoftheoffense.Furthermore,employeesmaybe

terminatedwithoutpriornoticeordisciplinaryaction.

Note:BehaviorthatisillegalisnotsubjecttotheDisciplinaryActionProgramandPolicyandmaybe

reportedtolocallawenforcement.

Management’s recommendationtoterminateemploymentmustbeapprovedbyHRanddivisiondirector

or designated personnel. (Examples) of offenses that may lead to immediate dismissal or dismissal

followingDisciplinaryActionincludes:


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• Continuedfailuretodemonstrateandsustainedimprovementfollowingawrittenwarning

• Thebehaviorpersists

• Sexualharassment

• Intoxicationoruseofillegaldrugsonthejob

• Fightingorotheractsofviolence

• GrossInsubordination

• Wilfuldestructionofcompanyproperty

• Theft

• GrossmisconductunbecomingofaShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employee

• Releasingconfidentialorsensitiveinformationthatcouldbedamagingorembarrassingtothecompany

• Convictionofafelonychargedbyacourtofproperjurisdictionprovidedthefelonyisrelevanttothe

position.

• Carryingaconcealedweapontothejob

• Falsifyingtimecards

• Falsification,fraudoromissionofinformationinapplyingforaposition

• Misappropriationofcompanyfundsorresources

• Useofundueinfluencetogainorattempttogainpromotion,leave,favorableassignmentorother

individualbenefitoradvantage

• Failuretoreporttoworkwithoutnotificationforaperiodofthreedays

• Jobabandonment

• FailuretoobtainormaintainacurrentlicenseorcertificaterequiredbylaworShallowRiverConstruction

ServicesLLC.standardsasaconditionofemployment.

• Anyotheractwhichendangersthesafety,healthorwell-beingofanotherpersonorwhichisofsufficient

magnitudethattheconsequencesthereofcauseoracttocausedisruptionofworkorgrossdiscreditto


5.1.5 Suspension(MaybeusedbyException)

Ifnecessary,supervisorsmaysuspendanemployeeuntilaninvestigationhasbeencompleted.Theremay

beperformance,conductorsafetyincidentssoproblematicand/orharmfulthatthemosteffectiveaction

maybethetemporaryremovaloftheemployeefromtheworkplace.

Iftheimmediateactionisnecessarytoensurethesafetyoftheemployeeorothers,ortodiffuseapossibly

volatile situation, the immediate supervisor may suspend the employee pending the results of an

investigation.

Dependingontheseriousnessoftheinfraction,theemployeemaybesuspendedwithoutpay infull-day

increments,typically1–5days,consistentwithfederal,stateandlocalwage-and-houremploymentlaws.


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Non-exempt/hourlyemployeesmaynotsubstituteoruseanaccruedpaidvacationorsickdayinsteadof

theunpaid suspension.Due to Fair Labor StandardsAct (FLSA) compliance issues, unpaid suspensionof

salaried/exemptemployeesisreservedforseriousworkplacesafetyorconductissues.

HRwillprovideguidanceso that thediscipline isadministeredwithout jeopardizingtheFLSAexemption

status.

Note:Paywillberestoredtotheemployeeinanunpaidsuspensionifaninvestigationoftheincidentor

infractionabsolvestheemployee.

5.2 InformingtheEmployee

Inform the employee of the corrective action, both verbally and inwriting, as soon as possible after the

disciplinarydecisionhasbeen reached.Thepurpose is tooutlinewhat iswrong,whatcorrectiveaction is

beingtaken,andwhatisexpectedinthefuture.

As a supervisor, keep close control of your emotions, avoid sarcasm, threats, nagging, getting into an

argument with the employee, or loss of temper. With the obvious exception of a termination of

employment, the purpose of the disciplinary action is to re-establish safety, health, and a harmonious

workplace.

5.3 AppealProcess

EmployeesmayappealanystepoftheprocessinaccordancewithShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.s’

HumanResourcesPolicy

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

6.1.1 Documentation

All documentation of corrective action should be included in the employee's personnel file at Human

Resourcesandthedepartment.Therecordhasthreeparts:

• Thepresent

• Thepast,and

• Thefuture

a. ThePresent

• Thissectionstatesthepurposeofthecorrectiveactionandcitesthespecificincidentornature

oftheproblem

• In recounting the incident or problem, includewhat occurred andwhen, how it affected the

workactivity,theresultsoftheinvestigation,andtheemployee'sexplanation

• Stateonlythefactsthatcanbeprovenand/orhavebeenobserved

Thissectionalsocitesthespecificrule,policy,orstandardviolated,anddisciplinaryactionbeingtaken

as a result of the employee's actions. Stress the significance of the problem and the reason for the

correctiveaction.

b. ThePast


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• Thissectionreviewstheemployee'sworkrecord,givesthehistoryofrelatedoffenses(ifany),

andremindstheemployeeofpreviousdisciplinaryactionstaken.

• Thissummaryofpasteventsdemonstratestheprogressivenessofthecorrectiveaction.

c. TheFuture

• Finally,theemployeemusthaveaclearunderstandingoftheexpectedstandardofbehavioror

performance,howthisstandardcanbeachieved,andtheconsequencesofcontinuedfailureto

meettheseexpectedstandards.

• Writeineasilyunderstoodlanguage,emphasizethe"do"ratherthanthe"don't,"andfocuson

thefutureratherthanthepast.Inotherwords,useatoneofcorrection,notpunishment.

Note:KeeparecordofanyrelevantsituationsthatoccuronceyouhaveinitiatedtheDisciplinaryActionProgramprocess.

Thesenotesshouldgiveallthenecessarypertinent information(includingwhenitwasbroughttothe

employee’sattention).Thenotesshouldbedatedandsignedandkeptinthesupervisor'sfile.

Note: All documentation of corrections found while preforming the Workplace Audits and Inspections

shouldbemadeavailabletoOSHAinspectorsandaffectedpersonnelupondemand.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesUNHPerformanceManagementToolkit-ConstructiveDiscipline,CorrectiveAction&

Documentation,Disciplinary-action-guidelines.v2-5.2016,

https://www.osha.gov/dte/grant.../sh.../creating_a_safety_program.ppt,


This applies to changes made to the current version of the preceding document. If any clarification is

requiredforchangesmadetothepreviousdocuments.


9.0 APPENDICES

None.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 Safety

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION


AUTHOR:Name&Title


ELECTRICALSAFETYPLANVersion:1.1Page1of19

DateApproved:31August2017



1.0 PURPOSE

Thepurposeof theprogram is toensurethat theproperprotectivemeasuresandworkproceduresarefollowedwhenworkingonornearenergizedorpotentiallyenergizedequipment.ThefollowingcompanypoliciesweredevelopedfromOSHAStandardaswellasNFPA70E.

1.1 Scope

Thisappliestoqualifiedandnon-qualifiedemployeeswiththepotentialofexposuretoelectricitythroughthe inspection, testing, troubleshooting installation of equipment, operation of switches, controllers,Lockout Tagout procedures, power supply installations ormaintenance, and have distinctive chance ofdirectexposurewithenergizedparts.Also,toensurethatallelectricalcomponentsareacceptabletotheauthority enforcing this document. In addition, the document applies to all Shallow River ConstructionServices LLC. employees. When work is performed on a non-owned or operated site, the operator’sprogramshall takeprecedence,however, thisdocumentcoversShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesandcontractorsandshallbeusedonownedpremises,orwhenanoperator’sprogramdoesn’texistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



ApproachDistances The distance established whenever work is to be conducted on electricalsystemsorcomponents,notinanelectricallysafeworkcondition.

FlashProtectionBoundary

Distancebeyondwhichappropriateflashprotectionequipmentisrequiredtopreventincurable2nd-degreeburns.

LimitedApproachBoundary

Shockprotectionboundarydesigned tokeepnonqualifiedpersonsat a safedistance away fromexposedelectrical components. Only qualifiedworkersareallowedwithinthisboundary.

RestrictedApproachBoundary

Secondaryshockprotectionmeasurewherebyaccidentalmovementcanputa body part or conductive object in contact with live parts. Approachdistances listed in Table 1 represent minimum distances required betweenenergized parts to an unprotected person or equipment. Only qualifiedpersonnelwithproperprotectiveequipmentisallowedwithinthisboundary.

Disconnectingmeans Adevicebywhichtheconductorsofacircuitcanbedisconnectedfromtheirsourceofelectricalsupply. Asanenergy isolationcontrol, it shallhavethecapabilityofbeinglockedout.

Enclosure A case or housing of apparatus surrounding an installation to preventpersonnel from accidentally contacting energized parts. If the enclosure isconductiveitmustbegroundedorbondedtoagroundingsystem.

Exposed Capable of being inadvertently touched or approached nearer than a safedistancebyaperson.Notinsulated.

Ground Aconductingconnectiontotheearth.


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DateApproved:31October2016



Guarded Covered, shielded, fenced, enclosed to otherwise protected by means ofsuitablecovers,casings,barriers,rails,screens,matsorplatformstoremovethe likelihood of approach to a point of danger or contact by persons orobjects.

Isolated Notreadilyaccessibletopersonsunlessspecialmeansforaccessareused.

Non-QualifiedWorker Onewho isnotexposed tohazardsandwill not approachexposedpartsofelectriccircuitsoperatingat50voltsormoretoground.

Outlet Apointonthewiringsystematwhichthecurrentistakentosupplyutilizationequipment.

QualifiedWorker Onewhohasdemonstratedanunderstandingofconstructionandoperationoftheequipmentandhasafullunderstandingoftheassociatedhazards.


TheOSHActrequiresemployerstoprovidetheirworkerswithaworkplacethatisfreeofserioushazards.Employer is also responsible for providing personal protective equipment (PPE). The employer shalldetermine, through regular supervision and through inspections conductedon at least an annual basis,thateachemployeeiscomplyingwiththesafety-relatedworkpracticesrequiredwhenworkingonornearenergizedorpotentiallyenergizedequipment.

• Employer shall ensureelectrical equipment is free from recognizedhazards that are likely to

causedeathorseriousphysicalharmtoemployees.

• Employers shall ensure that all electrical components and conductors are acceptable to theauthorityenforcingthisdocument.

• Employershallensureemployeeinchargeconductsajobbriefingwiththeemployeesinvolvedbeforetheystarteachjob.

2.2 SiteProjectManagerandSupervisor

TheSiteProjectManagerandSupervisorare toensure thatemployeesare in compliancewith the safeworkpracticesandtherequirementsinthispolicyplan.Theyarealsoresponsibleforperformingannualreview,revisetheElectricalSafetyProgramalongwithensuringtrainingandretrainingismadeavailabletoqualifiedandunqualifiedemployees.

2.2.1 Employees

• Followthesafeworkpracticesandrequirementsofthispolicy

• Understand all procedure, standards and safework practices that pertain to their respectivejobassignments

• Ensurethattheyarecurrentontrainingandcertifications

3.0 Safety

3.1 SafeguardsforPersonalProtection

Includestheuseofpersonalprotectionequipment(PPE).SelectedemployeeswillbefurnishedwithandshallusePPEatall times. The levelofPPEused isdeterminedbyconductingahazardassessmentandchoosing a level of protection that significantly reduces or eliminates the risk of injury related to thehazard.Conductingajobbriefingandconsultingtheinformationinthisprogrampriortoperforminganyworkwilldeterminethehazardsassociatedwiththejob.ThisprocessinconjunctionwithinformationontheTableswithin thisprogramwillassist indetermining the levelofprotectionneededtoworkwithor


nearelectricalapparatus. SeeTable2todeterminehazardriskclassificationsandPPErequirements. Asimplifiedprogramisusedasfollows:

• Ifthetaskisidentifiedbyahazardriskcategoryof1or2,thequalifiedemployeeshallwearHRC2protectequipment

• Ifthetaskisidentifiedbyahazardriskcategoryof3or4,thequalifiedemployeeshallwearHRC4protectiveequipment.

Table2.HazardRiskCategoryClassification

TASK RATINGElectricalworkonsystemsrated240voltsor less include:Operatecircuitbreakers or fused switches and disconnects with doors closed, cabletroughortraycoverremoval,workoncontrolcircuits120voltsorless.

0

Workingonelectricalsystemsratedat240voltsorlessincluderemovalofboltedcoversoncontrolcircuitenclosuresandvoltagetesting.

1

Working on or near exposed energized parts rated at 600 volts or lesswhereexposedtoelectricalpartswherethearcflashhazardisdeterminedto be less than 8 cal/cm² and no physical work is performed that maycauseaseriousarcflashandthatisnotlistedinHRC3or4categories.

2

Working on or near exposed energized parts rated at 600 volts or lessincludingremovingboltedcoversonexposed480-voltcabinetswherethehazardriskcategory isgreaterthan8cal/cm²orunknown,opencovertoexposedpartsofanATS,rackinginorout480-voltgeneratorbreakersonanenergizedbus.

3

Workonexposedpartsratedgreaterthan25cal/cm²includingenergizedpartsofpad-mounted480-volttransformers,mainswitchgearbus,rackinginoroutmediumvoltagebreakersandtransferswitches,phasingorotherenergizedwork,testingandgroundingwithahotstick.

4

Note1:Table2maybeusedwhereavailablefaultcurrentislessthan25,000amps. Iffaultcurrentexceeds25kAanengineeringstudymustbeperformedtodeterminethearcflashhazard.

Note 2: The hazards may be identified on an equipment label where an arc flash study has beenconducted.ThisdatawilltakeprecedenceoverinformationinTable1.

3.2 PersonalProtectiveEquipment(PPE)

Personal protective equipment shall be used to protect from electrical hazards that have not beeneliminated by de-energizing or guarding. All personal protective equipment shall be inspected prior toeachday’suseandimmediatelyfollowinganyincident.

3.2.1 EyeProtection

Plastic rimmed safety glasseswith side shieldsmeetingANSI Z87 standards shall be used at all timeswhileworkingonornearexposedliveparts.(HazardRating0-4)

3.2.2 FaceProtection

• Atintedarcshieldwithabalaclava-stylehoodshallbewornwhenworkingwherethereisadangerofflyingobjectsfromanelectricalarcfor(HazardRating1or2)hazards


• Safetyglassesshallbeworninconjunctionwiththeshield.AfullFRhood(beekeeperstyle)shallbeusedforhighincidentenergylevelsincategory3or4.(HazardRating1-4)

3.2.3 HeadProtection

Non-conductive hard hats shall be worn where employees are exposed to electrical conductors thatcouldcontacttheheadsuchaswhenworkingonopenbuswork.(HazardRating0-4)

3.2.4 HearingProtection

Arc-rated hearing protection is required for all electrical switching of devices or where exposed toenergizedelectricalpartsratedgreaterthan50volts.

3.2.5 InsulatedEquipment

• Rubbergloves rated for thevoltage shallbewornwhenworkingwithin the restrictedapproachboundaryonexposedpartswithvoltagesover50volts

• Rubberglovesshallbeairtestedbeforeeachdayuseanddielectricallytestedevery6months(orevery month if used in mine facilities governed by MSHA, Title 30 of the code of FederalRegulations)

• Class0rubberglovesmaybeusedforvoltagesupto750volts(or1000voltsDC)

• Class2rubberglovesarerequiredforvoltagesgreaterthan750voltsbutlessthan15,000volts,however, direct contact with energized parts using rubber gloves with voltages exceeding 750voltsfromagroundpositionisprohibited.(HazardRating0-4)

• Insulatedbarriers(rolledrubbermaterial)approvedforuseonenergizedequipmentmaybeusedtoisolatetheemployeefromtheenergizedpartsinlieuofusingrubberglovestoavoidcontactonlowervoltages.Rubberglovesshallbeusedtoinstallbarriermaterial.(HazardRating1-4)

3.2.6 Clothing

Onlynaturalfiberclothing(cottonorwool)shallbeusedataminimumwhileworkingnearexposedliveparts including undergarments. In addition, if conditions dictate that an arc flash hazard exists, arc-rated(AR)clothingmayberequired.(SeeTable3forHRClevelsandcalorie/cm²ratings).

Table3.ProtectiveClothingRequirements

HAZARDRISKCATEGORY

CLOTHINGDESCRIPTION MinimumATPV*

0 Untreatedcottonclothing N/A

1and2 ARshirtandARpantsorARCoveralls 8

3and4 ARswitchingcoatandpants,ArcHood 40

*ATPV–ArcThermalPerformanceExposureValueAR–ArcRated

3.2.7 Hot-LineTools

• Hotlinetoolsshallbeusedtotestvoltagesorplaceprotectivegroundsonsystemsgreaterthan600volts

• Anapprovedhot-linevoltagetesterconnectedtoahot-stick(shotgun)shallbeusedtoverifythatallcircuitstobeworkedonarede-energized

• Thetestershallfirstbebroughtintocontactwithalivesource(ifpossible)toensureitoperatescorrectly,thenitshallbeputintocontactonallphasesofthepreviouslyenergizedpartsandthenagaintoanenergizedsource


• If no such source is available, the self-test method shall be utilized by engaging the testmechanismonthetester

3.2.8 GroundingforProtection

• Noworkmaybeperformedonanyelectricalcomponentsratedatgreaterthan600voltswithoutfirst testing to ensure parts are de-energized (USING ONLY A VOLTMETER RATED FOR THEVOLTAGE),theninstallinggroundstoallpreviouslyenergizedpart

• Effectivebarricadesshallbe inplace toavoidcontactwithanyothersourceofelectricalenergybefore attempting to install grounds. Temporary grounding equipment shall be tested every 3years

3.2.9 FootProtection

Safety-toeleatherbootsshallbewornatalltimes:

• ElectricalHazardratedbootsshallbeconsideredtoprovideadditionalresistanceforprotectionoftheworker

• Extreme care shall be maintained in the immediate area where hazardous step potential orvoltagegradientsontheearthmaybepresent

• Shortheel-to-toestepswillminimizegradientpotentialandshouldbeusedwhenafaultoccursonmediumvoltageequipment

3.2.10 AdditionalSafetyRequirements

Includestheuseofsignsandbarriers:

• Safety symbols or signs shall be prominently displayed to warn employees about electricalhazards

• This may include warning signs on panel doors, doors to electrical rooms or any hazardouslocationwhichmayendangeremployees

• Ifsignsarenotinplaceoncustomer-ownedequipmentandvoltageisunknown,coversordoorsshallnotbeopeneduntilthesevoltagesaredetermined

3.2.11 ProtectiveShields,ProtectiveBarriers,orInsulating

Protective shields, protectivebarriers, or insulatingmaterial shall beused toprotect employees fromshock,burnsorelectricallyrelated injurieswhiletheemployee isworkingnearexposedenergized liveparts.

Note:Conductivebarricadesshallnotbeused. Barricadesi.e.“DangerTape”shallbeusedtopreventnon-qualifiedworkersfromenteringanelectricalexposurelimitedapproachboundary.

4.0 TRAINING

Thetrainingrequirementscontained inthissectionapplytoemployeeswhofaceariskofelectricshockthatisnotreducedtoasafelevelbyelectricalinstallationrequirements.Employeesthatfacesuchariskarerequiredtobetrained.Otheremployeeswhomayreasonablybeexpectedtofacecomparableriskofinjuryduetoelectricshockorotherelectricalhazardsmustalsobetrained.

4.1.1 TypeofTraining

• Employees shall be trained in and familiar with the safety-related work practices required by1910.331through1910.335thatpertaintotheirrespectivejobassignments.


• Thetrainingrequiredbythissectionmaybeof theclassroomoron-the-jobtype.Thedegreeoftrainingprovidedmustbedeterminedbytherisktotheemployee.

4.1.2 ContentofTraining

Qualified persons whose work on energized equipment involves either direct contact or contact bymeansoftoolsormaterialsshallbecapableofworkingsafelyonenergizedcircuitsandshallbefamiliarwiththeproperuseofspecialtechniquessuchas:

• EachqualifiedelectricalworkershallbeinstructedinCPR,

• Firstaid,

• AEDand

• Techniquesneededtosafelyreleasevictims

• Personalprotectiveequipment

• Insulatingandshieldingmaterials,and

• Insulatedtools

4.2 LockoutTagout

A qualified employee shall also demonstrate knowledgeable of the construction and operation ofequipmentandspecificworkmethodsassociatedwiththeelectricaltask.Employeeswhoarenotqualifiedpersonsshallalsobe trained inand familiarwithanyelectrically relatedsafetypracticesnotspecificallyaddressedinthisdocumentbutarenecessaryfortheirsafety.Qualifiedpersons(i.e.,thosepermittedtowork on or near exposed energized parts) shall, at a minimum, be trained in, and familiar with thefollowing:

• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from other parts of electricequipmentbyidentifyingexposedconductivepartsthatareisolatedfromgroundandperformingavoltagetest

• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live parts byexamininglabels,nameplates,one-linediagrams,orformediumvoltage,aswellastheconstruction,andspacing.Coloredtapemaybeanindicatorbutshouldnotbereliedupontodeterminenominalvoltage

• TheapproachboundariesspecifiedinTable1andthecorrespondingvoltagestowhichthequalifiedpersonwillbeexposed

• Theproperinspection,donningandusesofpersonalprotectiveequipmentincludingEHhardhat,arcprotectionequipmentandclothing,rubberglovesandinsulatingmaterialsandtools

• Wheneverthereisachangeintheenergycontrolprocedures,andworkplacerequiresdifferentsafeworkpracticesthantheemployeewouldnormallyuse

4.2.1 FrequencyofTraining

For the purposes of this document a personmust have the above training in order to be consideredqualified.Qualifiedemployeesshallbetrainedinandfamiliarwiththesafety-relatedworkpracticesthatpertaintotheirrespectivejobassignments:

• Newhiresshallbetraineduponassignment.

• Refresher training shall be done if a deficiency is identified during an audit but should notexceed3years

• Trainingshallbedocumented


5.0 PROCEDURE

The following procedures apply to both qualified and non-qualified personnel unless specificallyreferencedtoqualifiedemployees.

5.1 JobBriefing

Beforeeachjob:

In assigning an employee or a group of employees to perform a job, the employer shall provide theemployeeinchargeofthejobwithallavailableinformationthatrelatestothedeterminationofexistingcharacteristicsandconditionsrequiredtoperformthe job.Theemployee inchargeshallconductsa jobbriefingwiththeallemployeesinvolvedbeforetheystarteachjob.

5.1.1 SubjectstobeCovered

Thebriefingshallcoveratleastthefollowingsubjects:

• Hazardsassociatedwiththejob,

• Workproceduresinvolved,

• Specialprecautions,

• Energy-sourcecontrols,and

• Personalprotectiveequipmentrequirements.

5.1.2 NumberofBriefings:

• Iftheworkoroperationstobeperformedduringtheworkdayorshiftarerepetitiveandsimilar,atleastonejobbriefingshallbeconductedbeforethestartofthefirstjobofeachdayorshift.

• Additionaljobbriefingsshallbeheldifsignificantchanges,whichmightaffectthesafetyoftheemployees,occurduringthecourseofthework.

5.1.3 ExtentofBriefing

A brief discussion is satisfactory if the work involved is routine and if the employees, training andexperience,canreasonablybeexpectedtorecognizeandavoidthehazardsinvolvedinthejob.Amoreextensivediscussionshallbeconducted:

• Iftheworkiscomplicatedorparticularlyhazardous,or

• Iftheemployeecannotbeexpectedtorecognizeandavoidthehazardsinvolvedinthejob.

Thebriefingmustaddressallthesubjectsinvolvedinthejobassignment.

5.1.4 WorkingAlone

Anemployeeworkingaloneneednotconducta jobbriefing.However,theemployershallensurethatthetaskstobeperformedareplannedasifabriefingwererequired.

5.2 SelectionandUseofSafeWorkPractices

Safety-relatedworkpracticesshallbeemployedtopreventelectricshockorotherinjuriesresultingfromelectricalcontacts.

1. Athorough inspectionofallequipment shallbedone toevaluate forpotentialhazards. Ensuretheintegrityofallenclosuresandinsulation.SeeAppendix2.

2. Livepartstowhichanemployeemaybeexposedshallbede-energizedbyaqualifiedworkerasspecified in the Lockout Tagout Programbefore the employeeworks on or near themunless a


greater hazard is introduced. Only qualified workers are allowed to complete tasks such astesting, voltage measuring, and troubleshooting within the limited approach boundary. Thequalifiedworkershalltesttoensurethatthepreviouslyenergizedpartisde-energizedusingaULlisted meter rated for the voltage being tested. Testers shall be verified in good condition bytestingbeforeandafterthetestataknownsource.Conductorsandpartsofelectricalequipmentthathavebeende-energizedbutnotbeenlockedortaggedoutshallbetreatedasliveparts.

3. If it isnotfeasibletode-energizeexposedliveparts,othersafety-relatedworkpracticesshallbeused to protect the exposed employees. Only qualified personnel are allowed to work whereexposed to energized equipment. Procedures utilized to perform thiswork shall include specialprecautionary techniques such as the use of personal protective equipment, insulating andshielding material or insulated tools. An Energized Work Permit (Attached Form A) shall becompletedbefore beginning thiswork. The form is not required for troubleshooting or testingprocesses.

4. Employees may not enter spaces containing exposed energized parts unless illumination isprovidedthatenablestheemployeestoperformtheworksafely.

5. Employeesworkinginconfinedorenclosedspacesshallde-energizeoreffectivelybarricadewithprotective shields, insulating materials or barriers for any exposed live parts. Doors or hingedpanelshallbesecuredtopreventswingingfreely.

6. Conductivematerialsandladdersshallbehandledinsuchamannerthatwillpreventthemfromencroachingclearancesasspecifiedin(Table1.)Onlynon-conductiveladdersareallowedforusenearenergizedparts.

7. Conductive apparel articles of jewelry and clothing (such a watch bands, bracelets, rings, keychains,necklaces,metalizedaprons,clothwithconductivethread,ormetalheadgear)maynotbeworniftheymightcontactexposedenergizedparts.However,sucharticlesmaybeworniftheyarerenderednonconductivebycovering,wrapping,orotherinsulatingmeans.

8. Workingonenergizedpartsratedat50-600voltsshallonlybeperformedbyqualifiedpersonnelwho have had specific training on the particular parts and equipment to be worked on. Thequalifiedemployee’ssupervisorshallbecontactedandanenergizedworkpermit(AttachedFormA) shall be completed before starting work on energized equipment with exceptions includingtesting,troubleshooting,andinspections.

9. Work on exposed energized systems greater than 600 volts is not permitted unless specificallytrained. Two qualified workers are required to open/close, rack out/in, test, and installtemporary grounds onmedium voltage equipment. Before grounding and working onmediumvoltagepartsasde-energized,thepartsmustbetestedusingapropertesterratedforthevoltagewithahotstickonly.

10. Unqualifiedpersonnelare restricted fromaccess toexposedenergizedpartsofvoltagesgreaterthan 50 volts. Qualified personnel shall place a barricade, guard energized parts or have anattendant to prevent unqualified personnel from encroaching the limited approach or flashprotectionboundary,whicheverisgreater.

11. Ifworkistobeperformednearoverheadlines,thelinesshallbede-energizedandgrounded,orotherprotectivemeasuresshallbeprovidedbeforeworkisstarted.

12. Whenanunqualifiedpersonisworking inanelevatedpositionnearoverheadlines,the locationshall be such that the person and the longest conductive object he or shemay contact cannotcomeclosertoanyunguarded,energizedoverheadlinethanthefollowingdistances:

• Forvoltagestoground50kVorbelow-10feet(305cm)

• Forvoltagestogroundover50kV-10feet(305cm)plus4inches(10cm)forevery10kVover50kV


13. Blindreachingisnotallowedinanyelectricalpanelsorequipment.

14. All Troubleshooting (and or) Testing above 50 Volts require voltage insulating gloves and otherappropriatePPE.

15. Informthehostemployerifahazardousconditionisintroducedoridentifiedincludingcorrectivemeasurestakenorrequiredtomaketheconditionsafe.

16. Allpersonnelshallmaintain10 feet fromoverheadpower lines includinghandheldequipmentandvehicles.(seeTable1limitedapproachboundarylistedinTable1)

Table1.ApproachBoundarytoLivePartsforShockProtection

VOLTAGERANGEPhasetoPhase

LIMITEDAPPROACHBOUNDARY

RESTRICTEDAPPROACHBOUNDARY

MIN.FLASHPROTECTIONBOUNDARY

0-50 AvoidContact AvoidContact N/A51- 250volts 3ft.6in.(1m) AvoidContact 4ft.(1.2m)*251-750volts 3ft.6in.(1m) 1ft.0in.(.3m) 10ft.(3.3m)*

751-15,000volts 5ft.0in.(1.5m) 2ft.2in.(.7m) 10ft.(3.3m)** Ifanarc flashstudyhasbeencompleted, thearc flashboundaryshallbeas indicatedonthearcflashlabel.

5.3 Vehicularandmechanicalequipment

Any vehicle or mechanical equipment capable of having parts of its structure elevated near energizedoverhead lines shall be operated so that a clearance of 10 ft. (305 cm) ismaintained. If the voltage ishigherthan50kV,theclearanceshallbeincreased4in.(10cm)forevery10kVoverthatvoltage.However,underanyofthefollowingconditions,theclearancemaybereduced:

• Ifthevehicleisintransitwithitsstructurelowered,theclearancemaybereducedto4ft.(122cm).Ifthevoltageishigherthan50kV,theclearanceshallbeincreased4in.(10cm)forevery10kVoverthatvoltage.

• Ifinsulatingbarriersareinstalledtopreventcontactwiththelines,andifthebarriersareratedforthevoltageof the linebeingguardedandarenotapartoforanattachment to thevehicleor itsraised structure, the clearance may be reduced to a distance within the designed workingdimensionsoftheinsulatingbarrier.

• Iftheequipmentisanaerialliftinsulatedforthevoltageinvolved,andiftheworkisperformedbyaqualified person, the clearance (between the uninsulated portion of the aerial lift and the powerline)maybereducedtothedistancegiveninTableS-5.

TABLES-5-ApproachDistancesforQualifiedEmployees-AlternatingCurrent

Voltagerange(phasetophase)

MinimumApproachDistance

300VandlessOver300V,notover750VOver750V,notover2kVOver2kV,notover15kVOver15kV,notover37kVOver37kV,notover87.5kVOver87.5kV,notover121kVOver121kV,notover140kV

AvoidContact1ft.0in.(30.5cm).1ft.6in.(46cm).2ft.0in.(61cm).3ft.0in.(91cm).3ft.6in.(107cm).4ft.0in.(122cm).4ft.6in.(137cm).


5.4 UseofPortableElectricEquipment

ThissectionappliestocordandplugconnectedEquipment.

1. Thisequipmentshallbehandledinamannerwhichwillnotcausedamage.

2. Avoidraisingandloweringtheequipmentusingflexiblecords.Donotfastencordswithstaplesorotherfastenersthatmaydamagetheouterjacket.

3. Portablecordandplugequipmentshallbeinspectedbeforeuse. Ifdamagedisdetecteditshallberemovedfromservice.Extensioncordsshallperiodicallybegivenacontinuitytestalongwiththeinspectiontodetermineopenpointsorshortcircuits(testforfullcontinuityoneachwireandzerocontinuityfromwiretowire).

4. Grounded type toolsorequipment shallhave thegrounded-typeplugandshallbe inspected toensure compatibility with the receptacle. Adapters which interrupt the continuity of theequipmentgroundingconnectionmaynotbeused.

5. Portableelectricequipmentandflexiblecordsused inhighlyconductivework locations (suchasthoseinundatedwithwaterorotherconductiveliquids),orinjoblocationswhereemployeesarelikelytocontactwaterorconductiveliquids,shallbeapprovedforthoselocations:

• Employees'handsmaynotbewetwhenpluggingandunpluggingflexiblecordsandcordandplugconnectedequipmentifenergizedequipmentisinvolved.

• Energized plug and receptacle connections may be handled only with insulating protectiveequipment if the condition of the connection could provide a conducting path to theemployee's hand (if, for example, a cord connector is wet from being immersed inwater).Lockingtypeconnectorsshallbeproperlysecuredafterconnection.

5.5 PowerandLightingCircuits

Wherepowerandlightingareinvolvedtheuseofcircuitbreakersandfusesareincluded.

1. Loadratedcircuitbreakersshallbeusedforopeningandclosingcircuits.Fuses,terminallugsandcablespliceconnectionsshallnotbeusedtomakeorbreakload.

2. After a circuit, has been de-energized by a circuit protective device, the circuit shall not bereenergizeduntilithasbeendeterminedsafetodosobyaqualifiedemployee.

3. Only qualified persons may perform testing work on electric circuits or equipment. Testinstruments and equipment and all associated test leads, cables, power cords, probes, andconnectors shallbevisually inspected forexternaldefectsanddamagebefore theequipment isused. If there is a defect or evidence of damage thatmight expose an employee to injury, thedefective or damaged item shall be removed from service, and no employee may use it untilrepairsandtestsnecessarytorendertheequipmentsafehavebeenmade.Testinstrumentsandequipmentandtheiraccessoriesshallberatedforthecircuitsandequipmenttowhichtheywillbeconnectedandshallbedesignedfortheenvironmentinwhichtheywillbeused.

4. Whereflammablematerialsarepresentonlyoccasionally,electricequipmentcapableof ignitingthem shall not be used, unless measures are taken to prevent hazardous conditions fromdeveloping.Suchmaterialsinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

• flammablegases

• vapors,or

• liquids

• combustibledust,and

• ignitablefibersorflying’s


• Materialsshallnotbestoredonequipment.Beforeremovingcovers,anymaterialsshallberemoved

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

A demonstration of employee’s knowledge shall be documented. This can be via written test,documentation of successful completion of training, and by on-site demonstration of understandingthroughworkplaceobservations.Eachemployeeshallbeevaluatedatleastannuallytoensurecontinuedunderstanding.Seebelowtherecordstheemployermustretainandhowlongtheemployermustretainthem:

Theemployermustkeepthe

followingrecordsForatleast

i. Currentlockout/tags-plusprogramandprocedures

ii. Trainingrecords

iii. Incidentinvestigationreports

iv. Programauditreport

Untilreplacedbyupdatedprogramandprocedures.

Untilreplacedbyupdatedrecordsforeachtypeoftraining.

Untilthenextprogram,auditiscompleted.

12monthsafterbeingreplacedbythenextauditreport.

Theemployershallmakeallrecordsrequiredbythissectionavailabletoemployees,theirrepresentatives,and the Assistant Secretary in accordance with the procedures and time periods specified in 29 CFR1910.1020(e)(1)and(e)(3).

6.1.1 Compliance

• Allelectricalworkshallbedonetoelectricalstandards.

• Allelectricalworkwillbeperformedbyqualifiedpersonnelonly.

• On-sitetrainingwillbeconductedbyqualifiedpersonnel.

• Electrical equipment shall not be used unless themanufacturer's name, trademark, or otherdescriptivemarking is placed on the equipment providing voltage, current,wattage, or otherratingsasnecessary.

• Equipmentmarkingsshallbeofsufficientdurabilitytowithstandtheenvironmentinvolved.

• Sufficient access and working space shall be provided and maintained about all electricequipmenttopermitreadyandsafeoperationandmaintenanceofsuchequipment.

• Conscientious observance of electrical safety procedures is expected of all qualified andnonqualified personnel; neglect of such responsibilities may subject the individual to seriousinjury. Failure to follow these proceduresmay result in disciplinary action. Retrainingwill beconductedwhen:

o Anemployeeisnotincompliancewith’ssafeworkpractices.


7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ReferencesOSHASubpartS,andNFPA70EStandards,CFR291926.960-Workingonornearexposedenergizedparts,CFR291910.333-ElectricalSelectionanduseofworkpractices,CFR29ElectricalTraining,CFR29 1910.334 Use of equipment, Electrical-safety-program-sample, Train-The-Trainer Manual 2,osha2254(1),10_elec_standard2


This is applicable to changesmade to the current version from the preceding one. If any clarification isrequiredforchangesmadetopreviousdocuments,thenarequestshallbesenttotheDocumentControllerforaneditableversionoftherelevantrevision.

9.0 APPENDICES

Appendix1:EnergizedWorkPermit(formA)

EnergizedWorkPermit(formA)

PART1TOBECOMPLETEDBYTHEREQUESTER

Job/WorkOrderNumber___________________________________1. Descriptionofcircuit/equipment/joblocation:_________________________________________

2. Descriptionofworktobedone:_____________________________________________________

3. Justificationofwhatthecircuit/equipmentcannotbede-energizedortheworkdeferreduntilthenextscheduledoutage:_____________________________________________________________________

PARTII:TOBECOMPLETEDBYTHEELECTRICALLYQUALIFIEDPERSONSDOINGTHEWORK

1. Detailedjobdescriptionproceduretobeusedinperformingtheabovedetailedwork:______________________________________________________________________________

2. Descriptionofthesafeworkpracticestobeemployed:______________________________________________________________________________

3. Resultsoftheflashshockhazardanalysis:______________________________________________________________________________

4. Determinationofshockprotectionboundaries:______________________________________________________________________________

5. Resultsoftheflashhazardanalysis:______________________________________________________________________________

6. Determinationoftheflashprotectionboundaries:______________________________________________________________________________

7. Necessarypersonalprotectiveequipmenttosafetyperformtheassignedtask:

CheckwhenComplete


______________________________________________________________________________8. Meansemployedtorestricttheaccessofunqualifiedpersonfromtheworkareas:

______________________________________________________________________________

9. Evidenceofcompletionofjobbriefingincludingdiscussionofanyjob-relatedhazards:______________________________________________________________________________

Doyouagreetheabovedescribedworkcanbedonesafely? Yes No(ifno,returntorequester)ElectricallyQualifiedPerson(s)DATE:PARTIII:APPROVAL(S)TOPREFORMTHEWORKWHILEELECTRICALLYENERGIZED

ManufacturingManager:___________________Maintenance/EngineeringManager:_______________

SafetyManager:_______________________ElectricallyKnowledgeablyPerson:____________________

GeneralManager:_________________________________Date:_______________________________

Note:Oncetheworkiscomplete,forwardthisformtothesiteSafetyDepartmentforreviewandretention.


Appendix2:Electrical--GeneralRequirementsSelf-InspectionChecklist

Electrical--GeneralRequirementsSelf-InspectionChecklist

Guidelines: This checklist covers regulations issuedby theU.S.Departmentof Labor,Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA) under the general industry standards subpart S-29 CFR 1910.303;1910.305;and1910.335andtheconstructionstandardssubpartK-29CFR1926.403and1926.405.Itappliestoall electricaluse systems.This checklistdoesnot cover installations in ships,watercraft, railway rollingstock,aircraft,orautomotivevehiclesotherthanmobilehomesandrecreationalvehicles.Theregulationscitedapplyonlytoprivateemployersandtheiremployees,unlessadoptedbyaStateagencyandappliedtoother groups such as public employees. A yes answer to a question indicates that this portion of theinspection complies with the OSHA, and EPA standard, or with a non-regulatory recommendation.Definitionsoftermsinboldtypeareprovidedattheendofthechecklist.Thischecklistdoesnotaddressvoltagesgreaterthan600volts(nominal).Forthesevoltages,consulttheOSHAregulations.

PleaseCircle

Examination,Installation,andUseofEquipment1. Areonlyapprovedconductorsandequipmentusedforelectrical

installations?[29CFR1910.303(a)and1926.403(a)]Note: Conductors and equipment must be listed or labeled by a recognizedtestinglaboratory,suchasFactoryMutual.[29CFR1910.303(b)(2)]

YNN/A

2. Isequipmentusedandinstalledinaccordancewithinstructionsonthelistingorlabel?[29CFR1910.303(b)(2)and1926.403(b)(2)]

YNN/A

3. Isallelectricalequipmentfreefromrecognizedhazardsthatarelikelytocausedeathorseriousphysicalharm?[29CFR1910.303(b)(1)and1926.403(b)(1)]Note: Violations have included the following: male plugs with fiber insulatorswere not dead fronted; metal junction boxes were used on extension cords;metaljunctionboxeswereusedontheendsofpendants;receptacleswerelooseintheirmountings;openlightsocketsexposedliveparts;anelectricoutletstriphadanopenneutral readingwhen testedwitha circuitanalyzer;on/off switchboxesforfanswerenotsecuredtothewall;heavyitemswerehangingfromthelighting fixtures; floor mounted receptacles were loose in their mountings;receptacleswerebroken;andelectriccordswerefrayed,loose,andhadexposedwires.

YNN/A

Splices4. Areconductorssplicedorjoinedbyusingsuitabledevicesorbybrazing,welding,

orsolderingwithafusiblemetaloralloy?[29CFR1910.303(c)and1926.403(e)]

YNN/A

5. Aresolderedsplicesfirstjoinedsoastobemechanicallyandelectricallysecureandthensoldered?[29CFR1910.303(c)and1926.403(e)]

YNN/A


6. Areallsplices,joints,andfreeendsofconductorscoveredwithadequateinsulation?[29CFR1910.303(c)and1926.403(e)]

YNN/A

ArcingParts7. Areallpartsofelectricalequipmentthatordinarilyproducearcs,sparks,flames,

ormoltenmetalenclosedorisolatedfromallcombustiblematerial?[29CFR1910.303(d)and1926.403(f)]

YNN/A

Marking8. Isallelectricalequipmentmarkedwiththemanufacturer's

identity?[29CFR1910.303(e)and1926.403(g)]

YNN/A

9. Isallelectricalequipmentmarkedwiththevoltage,current,wattageorotherratingsasnecessary?[29CFR1910.303(e)and1926.403(g)]

YNN/A

10. Arethesemarkingsdurableenoughtowithstandtheworkingenvironment?[29CFR1910.303(e)and1926.403(g)]

YNN/A

IdentificationofDisconnectingMeansandCircuits11. Iseachdisconnectingmeansformotorsandapplianceslegiblymarkedto

indicateitspurpose,unlesslocatedandarrangedsothepurposeisevident?[29CFR1910.303(f)and1926.403(h)]

YNN/A

12. Iseachservice,feeder,andbranchcircuitatitsdisconnectingmeansorovercurrentdevicelegiblymarkedtoindicateitspurpose,unlesslocatedandarrangedsothepurposeisevident?[29CFR1910.303(f)and1926.403(h)]Note:Circuitbreakerpanelsshouldbemarkedtoclearlyindicatethepurposeofeachcircuitbreaker.

YNN/A

600Volts,Nominal,orLessWorkingSpaceAboutElectricEquipment13. Isaccessandworkingspacearoundelectricalequipmentsufficienttoprovide

readyandsafeoperationandmaintenance?[29CFR1910.303(g)(1)and1926.403(i)(1)]

YNN/A

14. Aresufficientworkclearances(seenote)maintainedaroundallequipmentoperatingat600voltsorless?[29CFR1910.303(g)(1)(i)and1926.403(i)(a)(i)]Note: Working distances around electrical equipment vary according to thenominal voltage to the ground, exposed live parts, and year equipment wasinstalled.Thesedistancesvaryfrom2.5to4feet.ConsulttheOSHAregulationsfordetails.

YNN/A

15. Arerequiredworkingspacesaroundelectricalequipmentkeptfreeofstoredmaterials?[29CFR1910.303(g)(1)(ii)and1926.403(i)(1)(ii)]

YNN/A

16. Whenlivepartsarenormallyexposedonthefrontofswitchboardsormotorcontrolcenters,istheworkingspaceinfrontofsuchequipmentgreaterthanorequalto3feet?[29CFR1910.303(g)(1)(iv)and1926.403(i)(1)(iv)]

YNN/A

17. Isilluminationprovidedforallworkingspacesaroundserviceequipment,switchboards,panelboards,andmotorcontrolcentersinstalledindoors?[29CFR1910.303(g)(1)(v)]

YNN/A


18. Isaminimumheadroomof6feet,3inchesofworkingspacemaintainedaboutserviceequipment,switchboards,panelboards,orcontrolcenters?[29CFR1910.303(g)(1)(vi)and1926.403(i)(1)(v)]

YNN/A

600Volts,Nominal,orLessGuardingofLiveParts19. Arelivepartsofelectricalequipmentoperatingat50voltsormoreguarded

againstcontactbyapprovedcabinetsorotherformsofapprovedenclosures?[29CFR1910.303(g)(2)(i)and1926.403(i)(2)(i)]

Note:Allsplicesshouldbeinjunctionboxesorotherproperenclosures.Therequirementtoguardthelivepartisnotapplicableinthefollowingsituations:a. whenthelivepartislocatedinaroom,vault,orsimilarenclosurethatis

accessibleonlytoqualifiedpersons.b. whenpermanent,substantialpartitionsorscreensarearrangedsothatonly

qualifiedpersonshaveaccesstothespacewithinreachoftheliveparts.Anyopeningsinsuchpartitionsorscreensshallbesizedandlocatedsothatpersonsarenotlikelytocomeintoaccidentalcontactwiththelivepartsortobringconductingobjectsintocontactwiththem.

c. whenthelivepartlocatedinasuitablebalcony,gallery,orplatformelevatedandarrangedtoexcludeunqualifiedpersons.

d. whenthelivepartiselevated8feetormoreabovethefloororotherworkingsurface.

YNN/A

20. Inareaswhereelectricalequipmentmaybeexposedtophysicaldamage,aretheenclosuresorguardsarrangedandofsuchstrengthtopreventsuchdamage?[29CFR1910.303(g)(2)(ii)and1926.403(i)(2)(ii)]Note: Incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs shouldbe guarded if subject tophysicaldamage.Lightfixturesshouldhaveprotectiveplates.

YNN/A

21. Areallentrancestoroomsorotherguardedlocationscontainingexposedlivepartsmarkedwithconspicuouswarningsignsforbiddingunqualifiedpersonstoenter?[29CFR1910.303(g)(2)(iii)and1926.403(i)(2)(iii)]

YNN/A

22. Whennormallyenclosedlivepartsareexposedformaintenanceandrepair,aretheyguardedtoprotectunqualifiedpersonsfromcontact?[29CFR1910.335(a)(2)(ii)]

YNN/A

23. Aresafetysigns,safetysymbols,oraccidentpreventiontagsusedwherenecessarytowarnemployeesaboutelectricalhazards?[29CFR1910.335(b)(1)]

YNN/A

WiringMethods--GeneralRequirements24. Areallmetalraceways,cablearmor,andothermetalenclosuresforconductors

metallicallyjoinedtogetherintoacontinuouselectricconductor(includingconnectionstoallboxes,fittings,andcabinets)toprovideeffectiveelectricalcontinuity?[29CFR1910.305(a)(1)(i)and1926.405(a)(1)(i)]

YNN/A

25. Iswiringinductsfortransportingdust,flammablevaporsandexhaustfromcommercial-typecookingequipmentprohibited?[29CFR1910.305(a)(1)(ii)and1926.405(a)(1)(ii)]

YNN/A

WiringMethods--CableTrays26. Areonlyacceptabletypesofcablesusedincabletrays?

[29CFR1910.305(a)(3)(i)]Note: Consult 29 CFR 1910.305(a)(3)(i) for complete list of acceptable types of

YNN/A


cables.

27. Arecabletraysystemsprohibitedinhoistwaysorwheretheyaresubjectedtoseverephysicaldamage?[29CFR1910.305(a)(3)(ii)]

YNN/A

Definitions:Approved:acceptabletotheauthorityenforcingthischecklist.Approvedforthepurpose:determinedbyanationallyrecognizedtestinglaboratory, inspectionagencyorotherorganizationconcernedwiththeproductevaluationaspartofitslistingandlabelingprogram.Branch circuit: the circuit conductors between the final overcurrent deviceprotecting the circuit and theoutlet(s).Disconnectingmeans:adevice,orgroupofdevices,orothermeansbywhichtheconductorsofacircuitcanbedisconnectedfromtheirsourceofsupply.Feeder:allcircuitconductorsbetweentheserviceequipment,orthegeneratorswitchboardofanisolatedplant,andthefinalbranch-circuitovercurrentdevice.Qualified person: one familiar with the construction and operation of the equipment and the hazardsinvolved. Whether an employee is considered to be a "qualified person" depends upon variouscircumstancesintheworkplace.Itispossibleand,infact,likelyforanindividualtobeconsidered"qualified"withregardtocertainequipmentintheworkplace,but"unqualified"astootherequipment.Apersonwhoisundergoingon-the-job trainingandwho, in the courseof such training,hasdemonstratedanability toperformduties safelyathisorher levelof trainingandwho isunder thedirect supervisionofaqualifiedpersonisconsideredtobeaqualifiedpersonfortheperformanceofthoseduties.Raceway: a channel designedexpressly forholdingwires, cables, or busbars,with additional functions aspermitted. Racewaysmay be ofmetal or insulatingmaterials, and the term includes rigidmetal conduit,rigid nonmetallic conduit, intermediatemetal conduit, liquid tight flexiblemetal conduit, flexiblemetallictubing, flexible metal conduit, electrical metallic tubing, underfloor raceways, cellular concrete floorraceways,cellularmetalfloorraceways,surfaceraceways,wireways,andbusways.Service:theconductorsandequipmentfordeliveringenergyfromtheelectricitysupplysystemtothewiringsystemofthepremisesserved.

Comments/Correctiveaction:

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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDSKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION

APPROVEDBY:

Name&Title


FALLPROTECTION





1.0 PURPOSE

Thepurposeofthisprogramistoprovidefallprotectionprocedurestopreventinjurytoemployeeswhileperformingworkassignmentsatelevatedlevels.

AnychangestothisFallProtectionProgrammustbeapprovedbytheHSEManager,who isdesignatedtheQualifiedPerson.Thisisbasedontrainingreceivedinfallprotectionplanningandhasdemonstratedskillsandknowledgeinthepreparationoffallprograms,plansandthehazardsinvolved.

1.1 Scope

Applies to all “Company” employeeswho havework assignments atwork levels that exceed 6 feet inheight where guardrails or nets are not utilized. This includes work near and around excavations.Guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems shall be used where feasible. When work isperformedon a non-ownedor operated site, the operator’s program shall take precedence, however,this document covers “Company” employees and shall be used on owned premises, or when anoperator’sprogramdoesn’texistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS


Term Description/ExplanationAnchorage asecurepointofattachmentforlifelines,lanyardsordecelerationdevices.Bodyharness strapswhichmaybesecuredabouttheemployeeinamannerthatwilldistribute

the fall arrest forces over at least the thighs, pelvis, waist, chest and shoulderswithmeansforattachingittoothercomponentsofapersonalfallarrestsystem.

Connector adevicewhichisusedtocouple(connect)partsofthepersonalfallarrestsystemandpositioningdevicesystemstogether.Itmaybeanindependentcomponentofthesystem, suchasacarabineer,or itmaybean integral componentofpartofthesystem(suchasabuckleorD-ringsewnintoabodybeltorbodyharness,orasnap-hooksplicedorsewntoalanyardorself-retractinglanyard).

DecelerationDistance

the additional vertical distance a falling employee travels, excluding lifelineelongation and free fall distance, before stopping, from the point at which thedecelerationdevicebeginstooperate.Itismeasuredasthedistancebetweenthelocation of an employee's body belt or body harness attachment point at themomentofactivation(attheonsetoffallarrestforces)ofthedecelerationdeviceduringafall,andthelocationofthatattachmentpointaftertheemployeecomestoafullstop.

Equivalent means alternative designs, materials, or methods to protect against a hazardwhich theemployercandemonstratewillprovideanequalorgreaterdegreeofsafety for employees than the methods, materials or designs specified in thestandard.

Freefall theactoffallingbeforeapersonalfallarrestsystembeginstoapplyforcetoarrestthefall.

Freefalldistance

verticaldisplacementofthefallarrestattachmentpointsontheemployee'sbodybeltorbodyharnessbetweenonsetofthefallandjustbeforethesystembeginstoapplyforcetoarrestthefall.Thisdistanceexcludesdecelerationdistance,and


FALLPROTECTION





lifeline/lanyardelongation,but includesanydecelerationdeviceslidedistanceorself-retractinglifeline/lanyardextensionbeforetheyoperateandfallarrestforcesoccur.

Guardrailsystem

abarriererectedtopreventemployeesfromfallingtolowerlevels.

Infeasible means that it is impossible toperformthe inspectionworkusingaconventionalfall protection system (i.e., guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fallarrest system) or that it is technologically impossible to use any one of thesesystemstoprovidefallprotection.

Lanyard aflexiblelineofrope,wirerope,orstrapwhichgenerallyhasaconnectorateachendforconnectingthebodybeltorbodyharnesstoadecelerationdevice,lifeline,oranchorage.

Leadingedge theedgeofafloor,roof,orformworkforafloororotherwalking/workingsurface(such as the deck) which changes location as additional floor, roof, decking, orformwork sections are placed, formed, or constructed. A leading edge isconsidered to an "unprotected side and edge" during periods when it is notactivelyandcontinuouslyunderconstruction.

Lifeline a component consistingof a flexible line for connection toananchorageatoneend tohangvertically (vertical lifeline),or for connection toanchoragesatbothendstostretchhorizontally(horizontal lifeline),andwhichservesasameansforconnectingothercomponentsofapersonalfallarrestsystemtotheanchorage.

Lowerlevels those areas or surfaces to which an employee can fall. Such areas or surfacesinclude,butarenot limited to,ground levels, floors,platforms, ramps, runways,excavations, pits, tanks, material, water, equipment, structures, or portionsthereof.

Personalfallarrestsystem

asystemusedtoarrestanemployeeinafallfromaworkinglevel.Itconsistsofananchorage, connectors, a bodybelt or bodyharness andmay includea lanyard,decelerationdevice,lifeline,orsuitablecombinationsofthese.

QualifiedPerson

is based on training received in fall protection planning and has demonstratedskills and knowledge in the preparation of fall programs, plans and the hazardsinvolved.

SafetyNets Safety nets shall be provided when workplaces are higher than 25 feet aboveground orwater surfaces or other surfaceswhere the use of ladders, scaffolds,catchplatforms,temporaryfloors,safetylinesorsafetybeltsareimpractical.Nets shallextend8 feetbeyond theedgeof thework surfacewhereemployeesareexposedandshallbeinstalledascloseundertheworksurfaceaspracticalbutinnocasemorethan25feetbelowtheworksurface.Netsshallbepositionedinamanner to prevent the user from coming into contact with below surfaces orstructures. Proper clearance positioning of nets shall be determined by impactload testing. Work procedures shall not begin until nets are in place and havebeenproperlytested.New nets shall meet accepted performance standards of 17,500 foot pounds’minimumimpactresistanceasdeterminedandcertifiedbythemanufacturersandshall bear a label of proof test. Edge ropes shall provide a minimum breakingstrengthof5000pounds

Snap-hook aconnectorcomprisedofahook-shapedmemberwithanormallyclosedkeeper,or similararrangement,whichmaybeopened topermit thehook to receiveanobjectand,whenreleased,automaticallyclosestoretaintheobject.Snap-hooksaregenerallyoneoftwotypes:(1)The lockingtypewithaself-closing,self-lockingkeeperwhichremainsclosedandlockeduntilunlockedandpressedopenforconnectionordisconnection;or


(2) The non-locking type with a self-closing keeper which remains closed untilpressedopenforconnectionordisconnection.

Note: As of January 1, 1998, the use of a non-locking snap-hook as part of personal fall arrestsystemsandpositioningdevicesystemsisprohibited.

Walking/workingsurface

anysurface,whetherhorizontalorverticalonwhichanemployeewalksorworks,including,butnotlimitedto,floors,roofs,ramps,bridges,runways,formworkandconcrete reinforcing steel but not including ladders, vehicles, or trailers, whereemployeesmustbelocatedtoperformtheirjobduties.

2.1 KEYResponsibilities

Itistheresponsibilityofthe“Company”toensurethata(designatedcompetentperson)implementsthisFallProtectionProgram.Continualobservationalsafetychecksofworkoperationsandtheenforcementofthesafetypolicyandproceduresshallberegularlyenforced.Alljobsshallbepre-plannedpriortothestartofwork.

2.2 Supervisor

• TheSupervisorshallensurethatallpersonsassignedtoworkatelevatedlevels,exceeding6feetinheightormoreabovelowerlevelandwhereguardrailsornetsarenotutilized,beprotectedbypersonalfallprotectionequipment.

• Supervisorsshallmakeexposuredeterminationsandshalldiscusswiththeiremployeestheextentto,whichscaffolds,laddersorvehiclemountedworkplatformscanbeused.

• Ensurethatfallprotectionequipmentisavailableandinsafeworkingcondition.

• Provide for emergency rescue in the event of a fall. Pre-plan the job to ensure that employeeshave been properly trained in the use, limitations, inspections and rescue procedures and thattrainingrecordsareonfile.

2.3 Employees

• Employees shall ensure they have and use the fall protection equipment as required by thisprogramand:

• Understand thepotential hazardsofworkingat elevated levels aswell as gaining access to andfromtheworklocation.

• Understandtheuseandlimitationsofsuchequipment.

• Pre-planthejobwithhis/hersupervisortoagreethatthejobcanbedonesafely.

• Inspectsuchequipmentbeforeeachuseandtoreportdefectiveequipmentimmediatelytotheirsupervisor.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 SafetyMonitoringSystem

When the use of conventional fall protection equipment is deemed infeasible or the use of thisequipmentcreatesagreaterhazardaFallProtectionPlanwhichincludesasafetymonitoringsystemshallbeimplementedbythesupervisor.

Supervisors shall designate a competent person to monitor the safety of other employees. Thecompetentpersonshallbeassignedto:

• Recognizefallhazards;


• Warnemployeesiftheyareunawareoffallhazardorareactinginanunsafemanner;

• Beonthesameworkingsurfaceandinvisualcontactofworkingemployees;

• Staycloseenoughforverbalcommunication;and

• Nothaveotherassignmentsthatwouldtakehis/herattentionfromthemonitoringfunction.

3.2 Rescue

Promptrescueofemployeesshallbeprovidedintheeventofafallorshallassuretheemployeesareableto rescue themselves.Thepre-planningstageprior to thebeginningofeachelevatedworkassignmentshallbeevaluatedbythesupervisortoproviderescueofemployeesinvolvedinafall.

4.0 TRAINING

Employeeswhomaybeexposed to fallhazardsshallbe trained to recognize thehazardsof fallingandunderstand the procedures to be followed in order tominimize these hazards. The employee will betrainedintheuseandoperationoffallarrestsystems,inspections,andmaintenanceprocedures.

Training must be conducted initially and refresher training conducted annually or as needed due todeficiencies intraining,changesintheworkplace,changesinfallprotectionsystemsorproceduresthatrenderprevioustrainingobsoleteorinadequaciesinanemployee’sunderstandingofprevioustraining.Trainingmustbedocumentedinwriting.Trainingrecordsshallinclude:

• Whowastrained

• Whenanddatesoftraining

• Signatureofpersonprovidingtraining

• Datetrainingwasdeemedadequate

Trainingrecordsshallberetainedinthecorporateoffice.

4.1 IncidentInvestigations

AllincidentsandnearmissesmustbeinvestigatedaccordingtoShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.s’incidentinvestigationprocedure.Changestothefallprotectionprogramshallbeimplementedifdeemedappropriatefromincidentcorrectiveactions.

5.0 PROCEDURE

Fallprotectionisrequiredwheneveremployeesarepotentiallyexposedtofallsfromheightofsixfeetorgreatertolowerlevels.Thisincludesworkingnearandaroundexcavations.Useofguardrails,safetynet,orpersonalfallarrestsystemsshouldbeusedwhenthestandardmethodsofprotectionarenotfeasibleoragreaterhazardwouldbecreated.

5.1 MinimumStandards

Thefollowingareminimumstandards forShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.s’employeepersonalfallprotectionsystems:

• Connectorsshallbedropforged,pressedorformedsteel,ormadeofequivalentmaterials.

• Connectorsshallhaveacorrosionresistant finish,andall surfacesandedgesshallbesmoothtopreventdamagetointerfacingpartsofthesystem.

• D-ringsandsnaphooksshallhaveaminimumtensilestrengthof5,000pounds.


• D-ringsandsnaphooksshallbeprooftestedtoaminimumtensileloadof3,600poundswithoutcracking,breaking,ortakingpermanentdeformation.

• Snap-hooks shall be sized to be compatible with the member to which they are connected topreventunintentionaldisengagementof thesnaphook.Onlya locking typesnaphookdesignedandusedtopreventdisengagementofthesnaphookbythecontactofthesnaphookkeeperbytheconnectedmembershallbeused.

• Horizontal lifelines shall be designed, installed, and used, under the supervision of a qualifiedperson, as part of a complete personal fall arrest system,whichmaintains a safety factor of atleasttwo.

• Lanyards and vertical lifelines shall have aminimumbreaking strength of 5,000 pounds.Whereverticallifelinesareused,eachemployeeshallbeattachedtoaseparatelifeline.

• Lifelinesshallbeprotectedagainstbeingcutorabraded.

• Devicesthatautomatically limit freefalldistanceto2feetor lesssuchasSelf-retracting lifelinesandlanyards,shallbecapableoftoleratingaminimumtensileloadof3,000poundswhenappliedtothedevicewiththelifelineorlanyardinthefullyextendedposition.

• Self-retractinglifelinesandlanyardswhichdonotlimitfreefalldistanceto2feetorless,ripstitchlanyards, and tearing and deforming lanyards shall be capable of sustaining aminimum tensileload of 5,000 pounds applied to the device with the lifeline or lanyard in the fully extendedposition.

• Anchoragesintendedforattachmentofpersonalfallarrestequipmentshallbeindependentofanyanchoragebeingusedtosupportorsuspendplatformsandcapableofsupportingat least5,000pounds per employee attached, or shall be designed, installed, and used as part of a completepersonal fall arrest system, which provides a safety factor of at least two and under thesupervisionofaqualifiedperson.

• Systemsusedbyanemployeehavingacombinedpersonandtoolweightinexcessofpoundsshallbemodifiedtoprovideproperprotectionforsuchheavierloads.

• Theattachmentpointofthebodyharnessshallbelocatedinthecenterofthewearer’sbacknearshoulderlevel,orabovethewearer’shead,exceptwhenclimbing.

• Body harnesses and components shall be used only for employee protection and not to hoistmaterials.

• Personal fall arrest systems and components subjected to impact loading shall be immediatelyremoved from service and shall not be used again for employee protection until inspected anddeterminedbyacompetentpersontobeundamagedandsuitableforreuse.

• Provideforpromptrescueofemployeesintheeventofafallorassurethatemployeesareabletorescuethemselves.

• Personal fall arrest systems shall be inspected prior to each use for wear, damage and otherdeterioration,anddefectivecomponentsshallberemovedfromservice.

• Personalfallarrestsystemsshallnotbeattachedtoguardrailsystems,norshalltheybeattachedtohoistsunlesspriorapprovalisobtainedfromacompetentperson.

• Ifandwhenapersonalfallarrestsystemisutilizedathoistareas,itshallberiggedtopermitthemovementoftheemployeeonlyasfarastheedgeofthewalking/workingsurface.

5.2 StoppingaFall

Thearrestingforceonanemployeestoppedbyafallshallbelimitedto:


• amaximumarrestingforceof1,800poundswhenwearingabodyharness.

• Thefallarrestsystemshallberiggedsuchthatanemployeecanneitherfreefallmorethan6feet,norcontactanylowerlevel.

• Thefallarrestsystemshallbringanemployeetoacompletestopandlimitmaximumdecelerationdistanceanemployeetravelsto3.5feet.

• Thefallarrestsystemshallhavesufficientstrengthtowithstandtwicethepotentialimpactenergyofanemployeefreefallingadistanceof6feet,orthefreefalldistancepermittedbythesystem,whicheverisless.

WhenpurchasingequipmentandrawmaterialsforuseinfallprotectionsystemsapplicableANSI,ASTMorOSHAapprovedequipmentshallbeused.

5.3 FallProtectionPlan

Thisoptionisavailableonlytoemployeesengagedinleadingedgeworkwhocandemonstratethatitisinfeasibleoritcreatesagreaterhazardtouseconventionalfallprotectionequipment.Thefallprotectionplanshallconformtothefollowingprovisions:

• Thefallprotectionplanshallbepreparedbyaqualifiedsupervisoranddevelopedspecificallyforthesitewheretheleadingedgeworkisbeingperformed.

• The fall protectionplan shall document the reasonswhy theuseof conventional fall protectionsystems (guardrail systems,personal fall arrest systems,or safetynet systems) are infeasibleorwhytheirusewouldcreateagreaterhazard.

• The fall protection plan shall identify each locationwhere conventional fall Protectionmethodscannotbeused.

Theselocationsshallthenbeclassifiedascontrolledaccesszones.

Tie-Off(Anchor)PointsComponents


Tie-Off(Anchor)PointsComponents

5.4 ProtectionfromFallingObjects

When employees are required towork in the near vicinity of othersworkingwithmaterials, tools, orequipment at elevated levels, Barricades around the immediate area of the overhead work shall beerectedtoprohibitemployeesfromenteringthebarricadedarea.

Employeesperformingworkatelevatedlevelsshallkeeptools,materials,andequipmentawayfromtheedge tokeeppotentialobjects from fallingover the side. Wherepractical, tools, etc. shallbe securedwithrope,wire,etc.tokeepthemfromfalling.

a. ElevatedPersonnelPlatforms

Workperformed,regardlessofthenatureofthework,frompersonnelplatformsraisedbyforklifts,cranes, scissor lifts,etc., shall require theuseofa fullbodyharnessand shallbe connected to theplatform

b. PortableLadders

Three-pointclimbingisrequiredwhileascending/descendingladders.Whileonladders,bothhandsandonefoot,orbothfeetandonehandshallalwaysbeincontactwiththeladder.

Tools required to perform a task shall be transported by a mechanical carrier such as a tag line,suspendedbucketortoolbelt.

• Toolsshallnotbecarriedbyhandwhileclimbing.

• Handsmustbefreetogriptheladder.

• Toolsshallnotbecarriedinclothingpockets.

• Toolsshallbepulleduptothejobsiteonlyafterreachingtheareaofwork.

Whenworkistobeperformedfromstraight/extensionladders,fallprotectionshallbeutilizedwhenheightsexceed6feet.

Straight ladders shall be tied off at the top to prevent them frommoving. A second person shallsteadytheladderatthebasewhileitisbeingtiedoffatthetopbyanotheremployee.Donottieoffallprotectionequipmenttotheladder.

c. Storage


A dedicated storage area shall be provided for the storage of fall protection equipment and allcomponents. The storagearea shall keep theequipment clean,dry, and free fromoils, chemicals,paints,andexcessiveheat.

d. Inspections

Fallprotectionequipmentshallbeinspectedbeforeeachuseforwear,damage,otherdeterioration,orotherdefects.

5.5 ControlledAccessZones

When used to control access to areas where leading edge or other operations are taking place thecontrolledaccesszoneshallbedefinedbyacontrollineorbyanyothermeansthatrestrictsaccess.

Whencontrollinesareused,theyshallbeerectednotlessthan6feet(1.8m)normorethan25feet(7.7m)fromtheunprotectedorleadingedge.

Thecontrollineshallextendalongtheentirelengthoftheunprotectedorleadingedgeandshall beapproximatelyparalleltotheunprotectedorleadingedge.

Thecontrollineshallbeconnectedoneachsidetoaguardrailsystemorwall.

• Controllinesshallconsistofropes,wires,tapes,orequivalentmaterials.

• Each line shall be flagged or otherwise clearlymarked at not more than 6 foot (1.8 m)intervalswithhighvisibilitymaterial.

• Each lineshallberiggedandsupported insuchawaythat its lowestpoint (includingsag) isnotlessthan39inches(1m)fromthewalking/workingsurfaceanditshighestpointisnotmorethan45inches(1.3m).

• Eachlineshallhaveaminimumbreakingstrengthof200pounds.

• Onlyemployeesengagedintherelatedworkshallbepermittedinthecontrolledaccesszone.

6.0 RECORDSKEEPING

Trainingrecordsshallinclude:

• Whowastrained




Training records shall be retained and shallbe readilyavailablefor authorized persons to review. Thefollowinginformationismaintainedasaresultofthisprocess:

• Theemployershallmaintainallemployeetrainingrecordsforone(1)yearbeyondthelastdateofemploymentbythatemployer.

• Theemployershallmakereadilyavailabletoaffectedemployeeswithoutcost,writtenmaterialsrelatingtotheemployeetrainingprogram,includingacopyofthisregulation.

• The employer shall provide to the Assistant Secretary and the Director, upon request, allinformationandtrainingmaterialsrelatingtotheemployeeinformationandtrainingprogram.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. ExternalReferencesOSHA CFR (29) 1926.500-503 subpart M, Fall Protection


https://www.grainger.com/content/qt-fall-protection-equipment-130,FallProtectionANSI,ASTMorOSHA,Title:ConfinedSpaceEntry-reagansafety.com,http://reagansafety.com/PEP_SAFETY_MANUAL/Policies/PDF/0000,22_Confined_Space_En(accessedSeptember26,2016).


This isapplicable to changesmade to thecurrentversion fromtheprecedingdocument forDocumentControlpurposes.


9.0 APPENDICES

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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION

APPROVEDBY:

Name&Title

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC. FIREPROTECTIONEXTINGUISHERS


DateApproved:14June2017 Health,andSafetyEnvironmental

CSO:CejaySturgeon


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1.0 PURPOSE

ThepurposeoftheFireProtectionExtinguishersprocedureistosetforthproceduresfortheuse,care,andmaintenance of Fire Protection Extinguishers required to be used by employees for the prevention andsafetyofShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.anditsemployees.

1.1 Scope

This scope applies to all Shallow River Construction Services LLC. employees while focusing on fireprotection, which involves fire brigades, and all portable and fixed fire suppression equipment, firedetectionsystems,andfireoremployeealarmsystemsinstalled.Thisproceduremeetsthefireprotectionrequirementsof29CFRPart1910.

Note:Also,thisappliestoallemploymentsexceptformaritime,construction,andagriculture.

2.0 DEFINITIONS


Term Description/ExplanationApproved AcceptabletotheAssistantSecretaryunderthefollowingcriteria:

• Ifitisaccepted,orcertified,orlisted,or

• Labeledorotherwisedeterminedtobesafebyanationallyrecognizedtestinglaboratory

ClassAFire A fire involving ordinary combustiblematerials such as paper, wood, cloth,andsomerubberandplasticmaterials.

ClassBFire A fire involving flammableor combustible liquids, flammable gases, greasesandsimilarmaterials,andsomerubberandplasticmaterials.

ClassCFire Afireinvolvingenergizedelectricalequipmentwheresafetytotheemployeerequirestheuseofelectricallynonconductiveextinguishingmedia.

ClassDFire Afire involvingcombustiblemetalssuchasmagnesium,titanium,zirconium,sodium,lithium,andpotassium.

ExtinguisherClassification Theletterclassificationgivenanextinguishertodesignatetheclassorclassesoffireonwhichanextinguisherwillbeeffective.

Fire Brigade (private firedepartment, industrial firedepartment)

Anorganizedgroupofemployeeswhoareknowledgeable,trainedandskilledinatleastbasicfirefightingoperations.

FixedExtinguishingSystem Apermanently installed systemthateitherextinguishesor controlsa fireatthelocationofthesystem.

IncipientStageFire Afirewhichisintheinitialorbeginningstageandwhichcanbecontrolledor

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DateApproved:14June2017 Health,andSafetyEnvironmental

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extinguished by portable fire extinguishers, Class II standpipe or small hosesystemswithouttheneedforprotectiveclothingorbreathingapparatus.

Multipurpose DryChemical

A dry chemicalwhich is approved for use on Class A, Class B, and Class Cfires.

Positive-PressureBreathingApparatus

Self-contained breathing apparatus in which the pressure in the breathingzone is positive in relation to the immediate environment during inhalationandexhalation.

SprinklerSystem A system of piping designed in accordancewith fire protection engineeringstandardsandinstalledtocontrolorextinguishfires.Thesystemincludesanadequate and reliablewater supply, and anetworkof specially sizedpipingand sprinklerswhichare interconnected.The systemalso includesa controlvalveandadeviceforactuatinganalarmwhenthesystemisinoperation.


2.1.1 Employers

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.shallprepareandmaintainawrittenpolicystatementwhich:

• Establishesthefirebrigadeanditsorganizationalstructure

• Definesthefunctionstobeperformed,and

• Statestrainingprogramrequirements

Shallow River Construction Services LLC. must assure that employees who are expected to do interiorstructuralfirefightingarephysicallycapableofperformingduties

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 FireFightingEquipment

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.shall:

• Maintainandinspect,atleastannually,

• Firefightingequipmenttoassuresafeoperationalconditionoftheequipment.

• Portablefireextinguishersshallbeinspectedatleastmonthly

• Respiratorsshallbeinspectedatleastmonthly

3.1.1 ProtectiveClothing

• Theserequirementsapplytothoseemployeeswhoperforminteriorstructuralfirefighting.

• Theserequirementsdonotapplytoemployeeswhousefireextinguishersorstandpipesystemstofireincipientlevelfires.

3.1.2 ProtectiveClothing

• Footandlegprotection


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• Bodyprotection

• HandProtection

• Head,eyeandfaceprotection

3.1.3 RespiratoryProtectionDevices

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.shallassurethatrespiratoryprotectiondeviceswornbyfirebrigademembersmeettherequirementsof1910.134

• Aminimumratingof30minutes

• Requiresuseof2in2outrule

4.0 TRAINING

4.1 TrainingandEducation

• Shallbeconductedpriortoassignment,foranyemployeerequiredtousefireextinguishers

• Retrainingatleastannually

• Quarterly training or education sessions are required for fire brigades expected to perform interiorstructuralfirefighting

4.1.1 PortableFireExtinguisherTraining

Whereportablefireextinguishershavebeenprovidedforemployeeuseintheworkplace,employeesmustbeprovidedwithatrainingprogramonthe:

• Generalprinciplesoffireextinguisheruse

• Hazardsofincipient(beginning)stagefirefighting

• Employees designated to use extinguishersmust receive instruction and hands-on practice in theoperationofequipment

4.1.2 TrainingandInstruction

Employeesshallbetrainedin:

• UseofextinguishersandAssociatedHazards

• InitiallyandAnnually

• Employeesdesignatedtousefirefightingequipmentshallbetrained

5.0 PROCEDURE


• Mount,locateandidentifyextinguisherssothattheyarereadilyaccessible

• Onlyapprovedextinguishersshallbeused

• Maintainextinguishersinafullychargedandoperablecondition


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5.1.1 PortableFireExtinguishers

5.1.1.1 SelectionandDistribution

• BasedonClassesofanticipatedworkplacefires

• Onsizeanddegreeofhazard

a. Extinguishersshallbedistributedsothatmaximumtraveldistancesapply:

• ClassA-75feet

• ClassB-50feet

• ClassC-Basedonappropriatepattern

• ClassD-75feet

5.2 BeforeUsingaFireExtinguisher

• Thefiredepartmenthasbeencalled

• Youhaveannouncedthefiretoalertothers

• Occupantshavebegunevacuatingorareleavingthestructure

• Thefireissmallandnotspreading

• Youknowhowtooperatethefireextinguisher,and

• Thefirewon'tblockyourunobstructedescaperoute

5.2.1 TypesofFires

5.2.2 ClassAFires

Theyarefiresinordinarycombustiblessuchaswood,paper,cloth,trash,andplastics.

5.2.3 ClassBFires

Theyarefiresinflammableliquidssuchasgasoline,petroleumoil,andpaint.Also,includedareflammablegasessuchaspropaneandbutane.ClassBfiresdonotincludefiresinvolvingcookingoilsandgrease.

5.2.4 ClassCFires

They are fires involving energized electrical equipment such as motors, transformers, andappliances.RemovethepowerandtheClassCfirebecomesoneoftheotherclassesoffire.

5.2.5 ClassDFires

Theyarefiresincombustiblemetalssuchaspotassium,sodium,aluminumandmagnesium.


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5.2.6 ClassKFires

Theyarefiresincookingoilsandgreasessuchasanimalfatsandvegetablefats.

5.3 NameTypesofExtinguishers

5.3.1 DryChemical

Fireextinguishersextinguishthefireprimarilybyinterruptingthechemicalreactioninthefire.Today’smostwidelyusedtypeoffireextinguisher isthemultipurposedrychemicalthat iseffectiveonClassA,BandCfires.ThisagentalsoworksbycreatingabarrierbetweentheoxygenelementandthefuelelementonClassAfires.

TheordinarydrychemicalisforClassB&Cfiresonly.Itisimportanttousethecorrectextinguisherforthetype of fuel!Using the incorrect agent can allow the fire to re-ignite after apparently being extinguishedsuccessfully.

5.3.2 WaterandFoam

Fireextinguishersextinguishthefirebytakingawaytheheatfromthefire.Foamagentsalsoseparatetheoxygenfromthefuelandheat.WaterextinguishersareforClassAfiresonly; theyshouldnotbeusedonClassBorCfires.ThedischargestreamcouldspreadtheflammableliquidinaClassBfireorcouldcreateashockhazardonaClassCfire.FoamextinguisherscanbeusedonClassA&Bfiresonly.TheyarenotforuseonClassCfiresduetotheshockhazard.

5.3.3 CarbonDioxide

Fireextinguishersextinguishthefirebyseparatingtheoxygenelementfromthefuelandheat,andalsobyremoving the heatwith a very cold discharge.Carbondioxide can be usedonClass B&C fires. They areusuallyineffectiveonClassAfires.

5.3.4 WetChemical

Is a new agent that extinguishes the fire by removing the heat from the fire and prevents re-ignition bycreating a barrier between the oxygen and fuel elements.Wet chemical or Class K extinguishers weredevelopedformodern,highefficiencydeepfatfryers incommercialcookingoperations.SomemayalsobeusedonClassAfiresincommercialkitchens.

5.3.5 HalogenatedorCleanAgent

Extinguishers areeitherbasedonhalocarbonagentsor theolder andno longermadeHalon1211agent,whichcannolongerbeusedfortraining.HalocarbonagentsreplacedHalon1211withinthelast8yearsandare much more environmentally acceptable. Commercialized halocarbon agents extinguish the fire byremovingheatfromthecombustionzone.Halon1211extinguishers,however,werechemicallyactiveandinterfered with the chemical reactions occurring in the combustion zone. Halocarbon and halon 1211extinguishersareeffectiveonClassA,B,andCtypefires,althoughverysmallsizesdonotachievethelowestULClassArating,1-A.


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5.3.6 DryPowder

Extinguishersaresimilartodrychemicalexceptthattheyextinguishthefirebyseparatingthefuelfromtheoxygenelementofthefire.However,drypowderextinguishersareforClassDorcombustiblemetalfires,only.Theyareineffectiveonallotherclassesoffires.

5.3.7 WaterMist

Extinguishers are a recent development that extinguishes the fire by taking away the heat from the fire.They are an alternative to the clean agent extinguishers where contamination is a concern. Water mistextinguishersareprimarilyforClassAfires,althoughtheyaresafeforuseonClassCfiresaswell.

5.4 MaintainingPortableFireExtinguishers

• Mustbemaintainedinafullychargedandoperablecondition

• Mustbekeptintheirdesignatedplacesatalltimesexceptduringuse

• Mustconductanannualmaintenancecheck

• Mustrecordtheannualmaintenancedateandretainthisrecordforoneyearafterthelastentryorthelifeoftheshell,whicheverisless

5.5 Inspection,Maintenance,andTesting

5.5.1 HydrostaticTestIntervals

Dependingonthetype(s)ofextinguishersyouhave,theymustbeemptiedandhydrostaticallytestedattheintervalsspecifiedinTableL-1.Extinguisheranyshells,cylinders,orcartridgesfailingahydrostaticpressuretest,orwhicharenotfitfortesting,shallberemovedfromserviceandworkplaces.Extinguishersshallbe:

• Visuallyinspectedmonthly

• Maintainedannually

• Hydrostaticallytestedperiodically

(SeeAppendices1forTableL-1)

5.6 HowtoUseaFireExtinguisher

WhenItisTimetoUseaFireExtinguisher,JustRememberPASS


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PULL

Pullthepin.

AIM

Aim the nozzle or hose at the base of the firefromtherecommendedsafedistance.

SQUEEZE

Squeezetheoperatinglevertodischargethefireextinguishingagent.

SWEEP

Starting at the recommended distance, Sweepthenozzleorhosefromsidetosideuntilthefireisout.

Moveforwardoraroundthefireareaasthefirediminishes.Watchtheareaincaseofre-ignition.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

For each extinguisher in the workplace you must keep a record thatincludes:

• Thenameofthepersonoragencywhoperformedthelasthydrostatictest,andthetestdate.


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• Thesignatureofthepersonwhoperformedthetest.

• Theserialnumberoranotheridentifierofthefireextinguisherthatwastested.

This information should also be securely fixed to each extinguisher and provided upon request to theAssistant Secretary as evidence that the required hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers has beenperformed at the time intervals shown inTable L-1. These recordsmust be kept until the extinguisher ishydrostatically retestedat the time interval specified inTable L-1oruntil theextinguisher is takenoutofservice,whichevercomesfirst.(SeeAppendices1forTableL-1)

Testcarbondioxideextinguishersandnitrogenorcarbondioxidecylindersusedwithwheeledextinguisherseveryfiveyearsat5/3oftheservicepressureasstampedintothecylinder.Nitrogencylindersthatcomplywith49CFR173.34(e)(15)maybehydrostaticallytestedevery10years.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferences1910.161-FixedExtinguishingSystems,DryChemical,1910.162-FixedExtinguishingSystems,GaseousAgent,1910.163-FixedExtinguishingSystems,WaterSprayandFoam,1910.164-FireDetectionSystems,and1910.165-EmployeeAlarmSystems,femalifesafety.org/docs/ExtBrochure.pdfhttps://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/evacuation/portable_hydro.html,




9.0 APPENDICES

Appendix1:TableL-1

TableL-1

Typeofextinguishers Testinterval(years)

Sodaacid(solderedbrassshells)(until1/1/82) *

*Sodaacid(stainlesssteelshell) 5

*Cartridgeoperatedwaterand/orantifreeze 5


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Typeofextinguishers Testinterval(years)

Storedpressurewaterand/orantifreeze 5

Wettingagent 5

Foam(solderedbrassshells)(until1/1/82) *

Foam(stainlesssteelshell) 5

AqueousFilmFormingFoam(AFFF) 5

Loadedstream 5

Drychemicalwithstainlesssteel 5

CarbonDioxide 5

Drychemical,storedpressure,withmildsteel,brazedbrassoraluminumshells 12

Drychemical,cartridgeorcylinderoperated,withmildsteelshells 12

Halon1211 12

Halon1301 12

Drypowder,cartridgeorcylinderoperatedwithmildsteelshells 12

FOOTNOTE: Extinguishers having shells constructed of copper or brass joined by soft solder or rivetsshall not be hydrostatically tested and shall be removed from service by January 1, 1982. (Notpermitted)

v Although still included in Table L-1, Soda acid (stainless steel shell) and Cartridge operatedwater,and/orantifreezeextinguishersarenowobsolete.


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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this program is to establish the minimum first aid supplies, equipment and actions toproperlyrespondtoinjuries.

1.1 Scope

This programapplies to all ShallowRiver Construction Services LLC. employeeswhile engaged inwork atShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.facilitiesand/orfacilitiesoperatedbyothers.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



None None.


2.1.1 Manager

• Itistheresponsibilityofthesitemanagertoensurethatfirstaidkitsareprovidedandmaintained.

• Allemployeesareresponsibleforusingfirstaidmaterialsinasafeandresponsiblemanner.

• TheHSEManagerisresponsibleforcorrespondingwiththeRedCrossoranequivalenttokeepingemployeetraininglevelscurrent.

2.1.2 SiteManager

• Itistheresponsibilityofthesitemanagertoensurethatfirstaidkitsareprovidedandmaintained.

• Allemployeesareresponsibleforusingfirstaidmaterialsinasafeandresponsiblemanner.

• TheHSEManagerisresponsibleforcorrespondingwiththeRedCrossoranequivalenttokeepingemployeetraininglevelscurrent.

• Ensurethataminimumofoneemployee,withavalidcertificate,shallbepresenttorenderfirstaidatalltimesworkisbeingperformedifmedicalassistanceisnotavailablewithin3-4minutes.

• Ensure that provisions have been made before the commencement of a project for promptmedicalattention,includingtransportation,inthecaseofseriousinjury.

• Ensureadequatefirstaidsuppliesandequipmentarereadilyavailable.

• Ensure that in areas where 911 is not available, the telephone numbers of the physicians,hospitals,orambulancestobeusedshallbeconspicuouslyposted.


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DateApproved:27January2017



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2.1.3 SafetyManager

SafetyManager isresponsibleforthoroughlyevaluateand,asnecessary,reviseourprogram,weensureourprogram'seffectivenessandpreventoreliminateanyproblems.Programevaluationisperformedatleastannually.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 First-AidSupplies

It is advisable for the employer to give a specific person the responsibility for choosing the types andamounts of first-aid supplies and formaintaining these supplies. The suppliesmust be adequate, shouldreflectthekindsof injuriesthatoccur,andmustbestored inanareawheretheyarereadilyavailable foremergencyaccess.Anautomatedexternaldefibrillator(AED)shouldbeconsideredwhenselectingfirst-aidsuppliesandequipment.

A specific example of theminimal contents of aworkplace first-aid kit is described in AmericanNationalStandards Institute ANSI Z308.1 - 2003, Minimum Requirements for Workplace First Aid Kits. The kitsdescribedaresuitable forsmallbusinesses. For largeoperations,employersshoulddeterminehowmanyfirst-aidkitsareneeded,andifitisappropriatetoaugmentthekitswithadditionalfirst-aidequipmentandsupplies.

Employerswhohaveuniqueor changing first-aidneeds should considerupgrading their first-aidkits. TheemployercanusetheOSHA300log,OSHA301reportsorotherrecordstoidentifythefirst-aidsupplyneedsoftheirworksite.

3.2 AutomatedExternalDefibrillators

Withrecentadvancesintechnology,automatedexternaldefibrillators(AEDs)arenowwidelyavailable,safe,effective,portable,andeasytouse.TheyprovidethecriticalandnecessarytreatmentforSuddenCardiacArrest(SCA)causedbyventricularfibrillation,theuncoordinatedbeatingoftheheartleadingtocollapseanddeath.UsingAEDsas soonaspossibleafter suddencardiacarrest,within3-4minutes, can lead toa60%survival rate. CPR is of value because it supports the circulation and ventilation of the victim until anelectricshockdeliveredbyanAEDcanrestorethefibrillatinghearttonormal.

AllworksitesarepotentialcandidatesforAEDprogramsbecauseofthepossibilityofSCAandtheneedfortimelydefibrillation.EachworkplaceshouldassessitsrequirementsforanAEDprogramaspartofitsfirst-aidresponse.SomeconsiderationshouldbetakenintoaccountwhensettingupaworksiteAEDprogram:

• Physicianoversight

• Compliancewithlocalstateandfederalregulations

• CoordinationwithlocalEmergencyMedicalServices

• AQualityAssuranceprogram,and

• APeriodicReview

4.0 TRAINING

4.1 First-AidCourses

Training for first aid is offered by the AmericanHeart Association,the AmericanRedCross, the National


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Safety Council, and othernationallyrecognized and private educationalorganizations.OSHAdoes notteach first-aidcourses orcertify first-aidtrainingcoursesfor instructorsor trainees.

First-aid courses should be individualizedto the needs of theworkplace.Some of the noted programelements may beoptionalfor aparticularplant or facility.On the other hand, uniqueconditionsataspecific worksitemay necessitate theadditionofcustomizedelements toafirst-aidtrainingprogram.

4.2 TraineeAssessment

Assessmentofsuccessfulcompletionofthefirst-aidtrainingprogramshouldincludeinstructorobservationofacquiredskillsandwrittenperformanceassessments.

4.3 SkillsUpdate

First-aid respondersmay have long intervals between learning and using CPR and AED skills. Numerousstudieshaveshownaretentionrateof6-12monthsofthesecriticalskills.TheAmericanHeartAssociation’sEmergencyCardiovascularCareCommitteeencourages skills reviewandpractice sessionsat leastevery6months forCPRandAEDskills. Instructor-ledretraining for life- threateningemergenciesshouldoccuratleastannually.Retrainingfornon-life-threateningresponseshouldoccurperiodically.

4.4 ProgramUpdate

Thefirst-aidprogramshouldbereviewedperiodicallytodetermine if itcontinuestoaddresstheneedsofthespecificworkplace.Training,supplies,equipmentandfirst-aidpoliciesshouldbeaddedormodifiedtoaccountforchangesinworkplacesafetyandhealthhazards,worksitelocationsandworkerschedulessincethe last program review. The first-aid training program should be kept up-to- date with current first-aidtechniquesandknowledge.Outdatedtrainingandreferencematerialsshouldbereplacedorremoved.

4.5 ElementsofaFirst-AidTrainingProgram

4.5.1 TeachingMethods

Trainingprogramsshouldincorporatethefollowingprinciples:

• Basingthecurriculumonaconsensusofscientificevidencewhereavailable

• Havingtraineesdevelop“hands-on”skillsthroughtheuseofmannequinsandpartnerpractice

• Havingappropriatefirst-aidsuppliesandequipmentavailable

• Exposingtraineestoacuteinjuryandillnesssettingsaswellastotheappropriateresponsethroughtheuseofvisualaids

• Includingacourseinformationresourceforreferencebothduringandaftertraining.

• Allowingenoughtimeforemphasisoncommonlyoccurringsituations

• Emphasizingskillstrainingandconfidence-buildingoverclassroomlectures

• Emphasizingquickresponsetofirst-aidsituations


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5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 Planning

5.2 PreparingtoRespondtoaHealthEmergency

Thetrainingprogramshould include instructionordiscussioninthefollowing:

• Preventionasastrategy for reducingfatalities,illnesses, andinjuries

• Interactingwith the local EMSsystem

• Maintaining a current list of emergency telephone numbers (police, fire, ambulance, poisoncontrol)accessible byallemployees

• Understandingthe legal aspects of providingfirst-aidcare, includingGood Samaritan legislation,consent, abandonment,negligence,assault andbattery,State laws andregulations

• Understandingtheeffects of stress, fear of infection,panic; howthey interferewith performanceandwhat todotoovercomethesebarriers

• Learning the importance of universal precautions and body substance isolation to provideprotectionfrom bloodbornepathogensandother potentiallyinfectiousmaterials.

• Understanding Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, eye protection, masks, andrespiratorybarrier devices.

• Appropriate management and disposal of blood-contaminated sharps and surfaces, andawareness ofOSHA’sBloodbornePathogens standard.

5.3 MedicalResponse

Allminorfirstaidistobeself-rendered.Becauseoftheriskspresentedbycertainbloodbornepathogens,nooneisallowedtotendtheminorinjuriesofanother.

In theabsenceofan infirmary,clinic,hospital,orphysician, that is reasonablyaccessible in termsof timeanddistancetotheworksite,whichisavailableforthetreatmentofinjuredemployees,apersonwhohasavalidcertificateinfirst-aidshallbeavailableattheworksitetorenderfirstaid.Avalidcertificateinfirst-aidtrainingmustbeobtainedfromtheU.S.BureauofMines,theAmericanRedCrossorequivalenttrainingthatcanbeverifiedbydocumentaryevidence.

Employeesauthorizedtorenderfirstaidwillalwaysobserveuniversalprecautions. (UniversalPrecautionsmeansthattheaidgivertreatsallbodilyfluidsasiftheywerecontaminated).

If 911 is not available, refer to the list of posted phone numbers for prearranged medical responseproviders.AllShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.authorizedfirstrespondersshallhaveacellphoneasameansof communications;otherwise,handheld radiosor telephonesshouldbeusedasameansofcommunication.

5.4 AssessingtheSceneandtheVictim(s)

• Thetrainingprogramshould include instructionin thefollowing:

• Assessing thescenefor safety, numberof injured,andnature oftheevent,

• Assessing thetoxic potentialof theenvironmentandtheneedfor respiratoryprotection,


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• Establishingthepresence ofaconfinedspaceandtheneedforrespiratoryprotectionandspecialized trainingtoperformarescue,

• Prioritizingcarewhen there areseveral injured,

• Assessing eachvictimfor responsiveness,airway patency,(blockage), breathing,circulation,andmedicalalert tags,

• Taking avictim’shistoryatthescene,includingdeterminingthemechanismof injury,

• Performingalogical head-to-toecheckfor injuries,stressingtheneedforcontinuousmonitoringofthevictim,

• EmphasizingearlyactivationofEMS,

• Indicationsforandmethodsofsafelymovingandrescuingvictims,repositioningill/injuredvictimstopreventfurtherinjury.

5.5 RespondingtoLife-ThreateningEmergencies

Thetrainingprogramshouldbedesignedoradaptedforthespecificworksiteandmayincludefirst-aidinstructioninthefollowing:

• Establishingresponsiveness,

• Establishingandmaintaininganopenandclearairway,

• Performingrescuebreathing,

• Treatingairwayobstructioninaconsciousvictim,

• PerformingCPR,

• UsinganAED,

• Recognizingthesignsandsymptomsofshockandprovidingfirstaidforshockduetoillnessorinjury,

• Assessingandtreatingavictimwhohasanunexplainedchangeinlevelofconsciousnessorsuddenillness,

• Utilizingdirectpressureintheprocessofcontrollingbleeding.

5.6 Poisoning

5.6.1 Ingested Poisons:

Alkali, Acid,andSystemic poisons.Inhaled poisons:

• Carbonmonoxide,

• Hydrogensulfide,

• Smoke,andotherchemicalfumes,


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• Vapors,andgases.

Assessingatoxicpotentialthatmayaffecttheenvironmentandtheneedforrespirators:

• Knowledgeof thechemicals attheworksiteandof first aidandtreatmentfor inhalationoringestion.

• Effectsofalcoholandillicitdrugssothatthefirst-aidprovidercanrecognizethephysiologicandbehavioraleffectsofthesesubstances.

• Recognizingasphyxiationandthedangerofenteringaconfinedspacewithoutappropriaterespiratoryprotection.

• Additionaltrainingisrequirediffirst-aidpersonnelwillassistintherescuefromtheconfinedspace.

5.7 RespondingtoMedicalEmergencies

• Chestpain

• Stroke

• Breathingproblems

• Anaphylacticreaction

• Hypoglycemiainpeoplewithdiabeteswhoistakinginsulin

• Seizures

• Pregnancycomplications

• Abdominalinjury

• Reducedlevelofconsciousness

• Impaledobject

5.8 RespondingtoNon-Life-ThreateningEmergencies

The training program should be designed for the specific worksite and include first-aid instruction for themanagementofthefollowing:

a. Wounds

• Assessment and first aid for woundsincludingabrasions,cuts,lacerations, punctures,avulsions,amputationsandcrush injuries

• Principles ofwoundcare,includinginfectionprecautions

• Principles ofbody substance isolation,universalprecautionsanduseofpersonal protectiveequipment

b. Burns

• Assessing theseverityofaburn

• Recognizingwhetheraburn isthermal,electrical, orchemicalandtheappropriatefirst aid


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• Reviewingcorrosivechemicals ataspecific worksite,alongwith appropriatefirst aid

c. TemperatureExtremes

• Exposure tocold, includingfrostbiteandhypothermia

• Exposure toheat, includingheatcramps, heatexhaustion,andheatstroke

d. MusculoskeletalInjuries

• Fractures

• Sprains,strains,contusionsandcramps

• Head,neck,backandspinalinjuries

• Appropriatehandlingofamputatedbodyparts

e. EyeInjuries

• Firstaidforeyeinjuries

• Firstaidforchemicalburns

f. MouthandTeethInjuries

• Oralinjuries

• lipandtongueinjuries

• brokenandmissingteeth

Theimportanceofpreventingaspirationofbloodand/orteeth.

g. BitesandStings

• Humanandanimalbites

• Bitesandstingsfrominsects,instructioninfirst-aidtreatmentofanaphylacticshock

5.9 SuppliesandEquipment

First aid supplies shall be easily accessiblewhen required. Always follow themanufacturer's instructionswhenusingthematerialsinthefirstaidkit.

All Shallow River Construction Services LLC. first aid kits contain appropriate items determined to beappropriate to the environment in which they are used and if on a construction site are stored in aweatherproofcontainerwithindividualcontentssealedfromthemanufacturerforeachtypeofitem.

Shallow River Construction Services LLC. is responsible for ensuring the availability of adequate first aidsuppliesandtoperiodically inspectorreassessfortheavailabilityofsuppliesandtoadjust its inventories.FirstAidkitsaretobeinspected:

• Onthefirstworkingdayofeachweektoverifythattheyarefullystockedandthatnoexpirationdateshavebeenexceeded,and

• Beforebeingsentouttoeachjob,and


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• Replaceanyitemsthathaveexceededtheirexpirationdatesorthathavebeendepleted.

Where the eyes or bodyof anypersonmaybe exposed to injurious corrosivematerials, a safety showerand/oreyewash(suitablefacilities)orothersuitablefacilitiesshallbeprovidedwithintheworkarea.Ensureexpirationdatesarecheckedandwaterusedinstoragedevicesissanitized.

An assessment of the material or materials used shall be performed to determine the typeflushing/drenching equipment required. At client job sites, portable or temporary stations must beestablishedbeforetheuseofcorrosivematerials.

5.10 Transportation

Based on the first responder’s assessment of the injuries involved, decide whether the injured requiresbeingtakendirectlytoahospital’semergencyroom,occupationalmedicineprovideroradministerfirstaidonlocation.

Examples of serious injuries that result in the injured being transported to amedical provider are thoseresulting in severe blood loss, possible permanent disfigurement, head trauma, spinal injuries, internalinjuriesand lossofconsciousness.Keep inmindthat theneedsandwell-beingof the injuredarethe firstpriority.

Proper equipment for prompt transportation of the injured person to a physician or hospital or acommunicationsystemforcontactingnecessaryambulanceserviceshallbeprovided.

Choicestoconsiderinclude:

private automobile, helicopter, crew boat, EMS vehicles including medivac helicopters, or any othertransportation that can provide safe transportation to the hospital or doctors office in order to providemedicalattentiontotheinjuredinthequickestmannerwithoutanyadditionalcomplicationsorinjuriestotheinjuredemployee.

Transportation needsmust be pre-planned and coordinatedwith the transportation provider prior to anincidentrequiringsuchservice.

5.11 IncidentReporting

Aftertheimmediateneedsofaninjuryor illnessemergencyhavebeenmet,werequireouremployeestoreport the event to their supervisor. Minor injuries, like a small bruise, do not need to be reported.However,thoseinjuriesandillnessesinvolvingprofessionaltreatment,timeawayfromwork,oranearmissofamoreseriousaccident,mustbereportedtoanemployee'ssupervisor.Eveninjuriesthatdonotbecomeapparentuntilafterthecausemustbereported.Forexample,backpainthatdevelopsoveraperiodoftimemustbereported.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

TheSafetyManagerisresponsibleformaintainingthetrainingrecordsanddocumentationrelatingtofirstaid,injuries,illnesses,andaccidents.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferenceshttps://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3317first-aid.pdf,www.houstoncontrols.com/.../First%20Aid%20CPR%20Program.doc,


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9.0 APPENDICES

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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



FORKLIFTANDINDUSTRIALTRUCKS





1.0 PURPOSE

ThepurposeofthisPoweredIndustrialTruckProgramistoprotectthehealthandsafetyofallemployeesassigned to operate powered industrial trucks and to complywith the requirements of29 CFR 1910.178(PoweredIndustrialTrucks).

1.1 Scope

ThisprogramisintendedtoassistShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.’semployee’sandcontractor’sintheprotectionoftheirenvironmentwhenworkingwithForkliftandIndustrialTrucks.Also,theinformationin this program shall be used to train prospective industrial truck operators and provide the basis forrefresherandannualretraining.OSHAreferenceforPoweredIndustrialTrucksis1910.178.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Backrest Supportstheloadwhentippedbackandaddsstability.CounterbalanceForklifts

Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, counterbalance truck wheels as theircenterofgravityandcanbepoweredbybattery,propane,gasolineordieselfuel.

Full-taperedForks Forksthatgraduallyincreaseinthicknessfromthetipoftheforkallthewaybacktothefork’sheel(rear).Full-taperedforksareusedtoliftlighterloads.

LoadCenter Thedistancefromtheheelsoftheforkstotheload’scenterofgravity.Mast Themechanismonthetruckthatraisesandlowerstheload.Themastismadeupof

asetoftracksthathousebearingsandchains.MaterialHandling Any activity that involves picking up andmovingmaterials, parts and/or finished

products.PoweredIndustrialTruck

Anindustrialvehicleusedtocarry,push,pull,liftorstackmaterialthatispoweredby an electricmotoror an internal combustionengine. Included are vehicles thatare commonly referred to as forklift trucks, rider trucks, motorized or poweredhand trucks, pallet trucks and tugs. Not included are compressed air ornonflammablecompressedgas-operatedindustrialtrucks,farmvehiclesorvehiclesintendedprimarilyforearthmovingorover-the-roadhauling.

OverheadGuard A guard over the operator’s head that protects the operator from falling debris.Note: The overhead guard is not designed to withstand the full impact of fallingobjects.

RatedCapacity The maximum weight that the truck is designed to lift as determined by themanufacture. To lift the maximum rated capacity, the load must be as close aspossible to the drive wheels. The rated capacity of a truck can be found on theIdentificationPlateonthevehicleand/orinthemanufacture’soperatormanual.

SideStability Refers to the truck’s ability to resist tipping sideways under various loaded andunloadedconditions.


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2.1.1 Management

• Provideadequatetraininginsafeoperationofallequipmentusedtomoveoraccessmaterials,

• Provideequipmentthatissafetooperate,

• Implementan"OutofService"programfordamagedequipment,

• Not allow modification to equipment except those authorized in writing by the equipmentmanufacturer,and

• Establishsafeoperatingrulesandprocedures.

2.1.2 Supervisors

• Monitorsafeoperationsofmaterialhandlingequipment,

• Ensureallequipmentissafetycheckeddaily,and

• Tag"OutofService"anydamagedequipment.

2.1.3 Employees

• Operateonlythatequipmentforwhichtheyhavebeenspecificallytrainedandauthorized,

• Conductrequireddailypre-useinspections,

• Reportanyequipmentdamageofmissingsafetygear,and

Followallsafetyrulesandoperatingprocedures.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 OperatingHazards

• Fallingloads,

• Overloadingofequipment,

• Impactwithequipment,

• Piercingofcontainers,

• Loadingdockrolloff,

• Chemicalcontact-batteryacid,and

• Firesduringrefueling.

3.1.1 HazardControls

• Controlofequipmentkeys,

• Authorizedfueling&rechargeareas,

• Properpalletizingofmaterial,

• Markedtravellanes,

• Equipmentwarninglights,


• Seatbelts,and

• Mountedfireextinguishers.

4.0 TRAINING

4.1 TrainingforPoweredIndustrialTruck(PIT)Operators

Training for Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Operators shall be conducted by an experienced CertifiedOperator,selectedbyManagement.Alloperationaltrainingshallbeconductedunderclosesupervision.Alltraining and evaluationmust be completed before an operator is permitted to use a Powered IndustrialTruck(forklift,etc.)withoutcontinual&closesupervision.Trainingconsistsof:

a. Traineesmayoperateapoweredindustrialtruckonly:

• Underthedirectsupervisionofpersons,whoisaQualifiedInstructorselectedbymanagement,who have the knowledge, training, and experience to train operators and evaluate theircompetence,and

• Wheresuchoperationdoesnotendangerthetraineeorotheremployees.

4.1.1 TrainingContent

Trainingconsistsofacombinationofformalinstruction,practicaltraining(demonstrationsperformedbythe trainer and practical exercises performed by the trainee), and evaluation of the operator'sperformanceintheworkplace.

b. InitialTraining:

Poweredindustrialtruckoperatorsshallreceiveinitialtraininginthefollowingtopics:

c. PoweredIndustrialTruckregulatory-mandatedtrainingtopics:

1. Operating instructions,warnings,andprecautions for the typesof truck thecertifiedoperatorwillbeauthorizedtooperate,

2. Thedifferencesbetweenthetruckandtheautomobile,

3. Truckcontrolsandinstrumentation:

• wheretheyarelocated,whattheydo,andhowtheywork,

4. Engineormotoroperation,

5. Steeringandmaneuvering,

6. Visibility(includingrestrictionsduetoloading),

7. Forkandattachmentadaptation,operation,anduselimitations,

8. Vehiclecapacity,

9. Vehiclestability,

10. Anyvehicleinspectionandmaintenancethattheoperatorwillberequiredtoperform,

11. Refuelingand/orchargingandrechargingofbatteries,and

12. Operatinglimitations.

Anyotheroperatinginstructions,warnings,orprecautionslistedintheoperator'smanualforthetypesofvehiclethattheemployeeisbeingtrainedtooperate.


5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 Pre-Qualification

All candidates for Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) operators must meet the following basic requirementspriortostartinginitialorannualrefreshertraining:

• Musthavenoadversevisionproblemsthatcannotbecorrectedbyglassesorcontacts,

• Noadversehearinglossthatcannotbecorrectedwithhearingaids,

• NophysicalimpairmentsthatwouldimpairsafeoperationofthePIT,

• Noneurologicaldisordersthataffectbalanceorconsciousness,and

• Nottakinganymedicationthataffectsperception,vision,orphysicalabilities.

5.2 Workplace-RelatedTopics

• Surfaceconditionswherethevehiclewillbeoperated,

• Compositionofloadstobecarriedandloadstability,

• Loadmanipulation,stacking,andunstacking,

• Pedestriantrafficinareaswherethevehiclewillbeoperated,

• Narrowaislesandotherrestrictedplaceswherethevehiclewillbeoperated,

• Hazardous(classified)locationswherethevehiclewillbeoperated,

• Rampsandotherslopedsurfacesthatcouldaffectthevehicle'sstability,

• Closed environments and other areas where insufficient ventilation or poor vehicle maintenancecouldcauseabuildupofcarbonmonoxideordieselexhaust,and

• Other unique or potentially hazardous environmental conditions in theworkplace that could affectsafeoperation.

a. Refreshertrainingandevaluation:

Refresher training, includinganevaluationof theeffectivenessof that training, shallbe conducted toensurethattheoperatorhastheknowledgeandskillsneededtobe acertifiedoperatortooperatethepowered industrial trucksafely.Refreshertraining inrelevanttopicsshallbeprovidedtotheoperatorwhen:

• Thecertifiedoperatorhasbeenobservedtooperatethevehicleinanunsafemanner,

• Theoperatorhasbeeninvolvedinanaccidentornear-missincident,

• Thecertifiedoperatorhasreceivedanevaluationthatrevealsthattheoperatorisnotoperatingthetrucksafely,

• Thecertifiedoperatorisassignedtodriveadifferenttypeoftruck,

• Aconditionintheworkplacechangesinamannerthatcouldaffectsafeoperationofthetruck,and

• Anevaluationwillbeconductedofeachpoweredindustrialtruckoperator'sperformance.Onceevery3yearsataminimum.


5.3 ProgramReview

The(positiondesignated)willreviewandevaluatetheeffectivenessofthisprogramwhenanyofthefollowingoccurs:

• Onanannualbasis

• WhenchangesoccurtotheOSHAStandardthatrequirearevisiontothisprogram.

• Whenchangesoccurtorelatedproceduresthatrequirearevision.

• Whenfacilityoperationalchangesoccurthatrequirearevision.

• Whenthereisanaccidentornearmissthatrelatestothisareaofsafety.

5.4 SafeOperatingProcedures(SOP)andRules

• OnlyauthorizedandtrainedpersonnelwilloperatePITs.

• AllPITswillbeequippedwithaheadacherack,fireextinguisher,rotatingbeacon,back-upalarmandseatbelts.SeatbeltswillbewornatalltimesbytheOperator.

• Theoperatorwillperformdailypre-andpost-tripinspections.

• Any safety defects (such as hydraulic fluid leaks; defective brakes, steering, lights, or horn; and/ormissingfireextinguisher,lights,seatbelt,orback-upalarm)willbereportedforimmediaterepairorhavethePITtaken"OutofService".

• Operatorswillfollowtheproperrechargingorrefuelingsafetyprocedures.

• Loadswillbetiltedbackandcarriednomorethan6 inchesfromtheground.Loadsthatrestricttheoperator'svisionwillbetransportedbackwards.

• PITswilltravelnofasterthan5mphorfasterthananormalwalk.

• HardhatswillbewornbyPITOperatorsinhighliftareas.

• Operator will sound horn and use extreme caution when meeting pedestrians, making turns andcornering.

• PassengersmaynotrideonanyportionofaPIT.OnlytheoperatorwillridePITs."NOPASSENGERS"decalswillbeaffixedonallPITs.

• If PITs are used as a man lift, an appropriate man lift platform (cage with standard rails and toe-boards)willbeused.

• Aisle will be maintained free from obstructions, marked and wide enough (six-foot minimum) forvehicleoperation.

• LiftcapacitywillbemarkedonallPITs.Operatorwillassureloaddoesnotexceedratedweightlimits.

• Whenun-attended,PITswillbeturnedoff,forksloweredtothegroundandparkingbrakeapplied.

• All PITs (with exception of pallet jacks) will be equipped with a multi-purpose dry chemical fireextinguisher.(Minimumrating;2A:10B:C).

• Operators are instructed to report all accidents, regardless of fault and severity, to Management.Managementwillconductanaccidentinvestigation.

• Whenloadingrailcarsandtrailers,dockplateswillbeused.Operatorswillassuredockplatesareingoodconditionandwillstoreonedgewhennotinuse.


• Rail carsand trailerswillbeparkedsquarely to the loadingareaandhavewheels chocked inplace.OperatorswillfollowestablishedDocking/Un-DockingProcedures.

5.5 ChangingandChargingStorageBatteries

• Batterycharginginstallationsshallbelocatedinareasdesignatedforthatpurpose.

• Facilities shall be provided for flushing and neutralizing spilled electrolyte, for fire protection, forprotecting chargingapparatus fromdamageby trucks, and for adequate ventilation fordispersaloffumesfromgassingbatteries.

• Aconveyor,overheadhoist,orequivalentmaterialhandlingequipmentshallbeprovidedforhandlingbatteries.

• Reinstalledbatteriesshallbeproperlypositionedandsecuredinthetruck.

• Acarboytilterorsiphonshallbeprovidedforhandlingelectrolyte.

• Whenchargingbatteries,acidshallbepouredintowater;watershallnotbepouredintoacid.

• Trucks shall be properly positioned and brake applied before attempting to change or chargebatteries.

• Careshallbe takentoassure thatventcapsare functioning.Thebattery (orcompartment)cover(s)shallbeopentodissipateheat.

• Smokingisprohibitedinthechargingarea.

• Precautionsshallbetakentopreventopenflames,sparks,orelectricarcsinbatterychargingareas.

• Toolsandothermetallicobjectsshallbekeptawayfromthetopofuncoveredbatteries.

5.6 TrucksandRailroadCars

• Theflooringoftrucks,trailers,andrailroadcarsshallbecheckedforbreaksandweaknessbeforetheyaredrivenonto.

• Thebrakesofhighwaytrucksshallbesetandwheelchocksplacedundertherearwheelstopreventthetrucksfromrollingwhiletheyareboardedwithpoweredindustrialtrucks.

• Wheelstopsorother recognizedpositiveprotectionshallbeprovidedtoprevent railroadcars frommovingduringloadingorunloadingoperations.

• Fixed jacksmay be necessary to support a semitrailer and prevent upending during the loading orunloadingwhenthetrailerisnotcoupledtoatractor.

• Positiveprotectionshallbeprovidedtopreventrailroadcarsfrombeingmovedwhiledockboardsorbridgeplatesareinposition.

5.7 Operations

• If at any time a powered industrial truck is found to be in needof repair, defective, or in anywayunsafe,thetruckshallbetakenoutofserviceuntilithasbeenrestoredtosafeoperatingcondition.

• Trucksshallnotbedrivenuptoanyonestandinginfrontofabenchorotherfixedobject.

• Nopersonshallbeallowedtostandorpassundertheelevatedportionofanytruck,whetherloadedorempty.


• Unauthorizedpersonnelshallnotbepermittedtorideonpoweredindustrialtrucks.

• ArmsorLegsshallnotbeplacedbetweentheuprightsofthemastoroutsidetherunninglinesofthetruck.

• When a powered industrial truck is left unattended, load engaging means shall be fully lowered,controlsshallbeneutralized,powershallbeshutoff,andbrakesset.Wheelsshallbeblocked if thetruckisparkedonanincline.

• Asafedistanceshallbemaintainedfromtheedgeoframpsorplatformswhileonanyelevateddock,orplatformorfreightcar.Trucksshallnotbeusedforopeningorclosingfreightdoors.

• Thereshallbesufficientheadroomunderoverheadinstallations,lights,pipes,sprinklersystem,etc.

• An overhead guard shall be used as protection against falling objects. It should be noted that anoverhead guard is intended to offer protection from the impact of small packages, boxes, baggedmaterial, etc., representative of the job application, but not to withstand the impact of a fallingcapacityload.

• Aloadbackrestextensionshallbeusedwhenevernecessarytominimizethepossibilityoftheloadorpartofitfromfallingrearward.

• Trucksshallnotbeparkedsoastoblockfireaisles,accesstostairways,orfireequipment.

5.8 Traveling

• All traffic regulations shall be observed, including authorized speed limits. A safe distance shall bemaintainedapproximatelythreetrucklengthsfromthetruckahead,andthetruckshallbekeptundercontrolatalltimes.

• Therightofwayshallbeyieldedtoambulances,firetrucks,orothervehiclesinemergencysituations.

• Othertruckstravelinginthesamedirectionatintersections,blindspots,orotherdangerouslocationsshallnotbepassed.

• The driver shall be required to slow down and sound the horn at cross aisles and other locationswhere vision is obstructed. If the load being carried obstructs forward view, the driver shall berequiredtotravelwiththeloadtrailing.

• Railroad tracks shall be crossed diagonally wherever possible. Parking closer than 8 feet from thecenterofrailroadtracksisprohibited.

• Thedrivershallberequiredtolookinthedirectionof,andkeepaclearviewofthepathoftravel.

• Gradesshallbeascendedordescendedslowly.Whenascendingordescendinggradesinexcessof10percent,loadedtrucksshallbedrivenwiththeloadupgrade.Onallgradestheloadandloadengagingmeansshallbetiltedbackifapplicable,andraisedonlyasfarasnecessarytocleartheroadsurface.

• Underalltravelconditionsthetruckshallbeoperatedataspeedthatwillpermitittobebroughttoastopinasafemanner.

• Stuntdrivingandhorseplayshallnotbepermitted.

• Thedrivershallberequiredtoslowdownforwetandslipperyfloors.

• Dockboard or bridge plates, shall be properly secured before they are driven over. Dockboard orbridgeplatesshallbedrivenovercarefullyandslowlyandtheirratedcapacityneverexceeded.


• Runningoverlooseobjectsontheroadwaysurfaceshallbeavoided.

• Whilenegotiatingturns,speedshallbereducedtoasafelevelbymeansofturningthehandsteeringwheel in a smooth, sweeping motion. Except when maneuvering at a very low speed, the handsteeringwheelshallbeturnedatamoderate,evenrate.

5.9 Loading

• Onlystableorsafelyarranged loadsshallbehandled.Cautionshallbeexercisedwhenhandlingoff-centerloadswhichcannotbecentered.

• Onlyloadswithintheratedcapacityofthetruckshallbehandled.

• Thelongorhigh(includingmultiple-tiered)loadswhichmayaffectcapacityshallbeadjusted.

• Trucksequippedwithattachments shallbeoperatedaspartially loaded truckswhennothandlingaload.

• A loadengagingmeansshallbeplacedunderthe loadas faraspossible; themastshallbecarefullytiltedbackwardtostabilizetheload.

• Extremecareshallbeusedwhentiltingtheloadforwardorbackward,particularlywhenhightiering.Tiltingforwardwithloadengagingmeanselevatedshallbeprohibitedexcepttopickupaload.

• Anelevatedloadshallnotbetiltedforwardexceptwhentheloadisinadepositpositionoverarackorstack.Whenstackingortiering,onlyenoughbackwardtilttostabilizetheloadshallbeused.

5.10 FuelingSafety

• Fueltanksshallnotbefilledwhiletheengineisrunning.Spillageshallbeavoided.

• Spillageofoilorfuelshallbecarefullywashedawayorcompletelyevaporatedandthefueltankcapreplacedbeforerestartingengine.

• Notruckshallbeoperatedwithaleakinthefuelsystemuntiltheleakhasbeencorrected.

• Open flamesshallnotbeused forcheckingelectrolyte level in storagebatteriesorgasoline level infueltanks.

5.11 MaintenanceofPoweredIndustrialTrucks

• Anypower-operatedindustrialtrucknotinsafeoperatingconditionshallberemovedfromservice.Allrepairsshallbemadebyauthorizedpersonnel.

• Thoserepairstothefueland ignitionsystemsof industrialtruckswhich involvefirehazardsshallbeconductedonlyinlocationsdesignatedforsuchrepairs.

• Trucks in needof repairs to the electrical system shall have thebattery disconnectedprior to suchrepairs.

• Allpartsofanysuchindustrialtruckrequiringreplacementshallbereplacedonlybypartsequivalentastosafetywiththoseusedintheoriginaldesign.

• Industrial trucks shallnotbealtered so that the relativepositionsof thevariouspartsaredifferentfromwhattheywerewhenoriginallyreceivedfromthemanufacturer,norshalltheybealteredeitherbytheadditionofextrapartsnotprovidedbythemanufacturerorbytheeliminationofanyparts.


• Additional counter-weighting of fork trucks shall not be done unless approved by the truckmanufacturer.

• Industrialtrucksshallbeexaminedbeforebeingplacedinservice,andshallnotbeplacedinserviceiftheexaminationshowsanyconditionadverselyaffectingthesafetyofthevehicle.Suchexaminationshallbemadeatleastdaily.Whereindustrialtrucksareusedonaround-the-clockbasis,theyshallbeexaminedpriortouseeachshift.Defectswhenfoundshallbeimmediatelyreportedandcorrected.

• When the temperature of any part of any truck is found to be in excess of its normal operatingtemperature,thuscreatingahazardouscondition,thevehicleshallberemovedfromserviceandnotreturnedtoserviceuntilthecauseforsuchoverheatinghasbeeneliminated.

• Industrialtrucksshallbekeptinacleancondition,freeoflint,excessoil,andgrease.Noncombustibleagents shouldbeused forcleaning trucks. Low flashpoint (below100deg.F.) solvents shallnotbeused.Highflashpoint(atorabove100deg.F.)solventsmaybeused.

I. SafeOperationProcedureforChargingLPGTank

1. NoSmoking.

2. MoveLPGPIToutsideforrefueling.

3. TurnoffPIT.

4. LPGtankswillberemovedinthefollowingorder:

• shutoffservicevalve

• disconnecttankfromhose

• unbuckleandremovetankfrombracket

5. LPGtankswillbereplacedintofollowingorder:

• placetankinbracketandre-buckle

• reconnecthosetotankandtightenfirmly

• openvalveslowlyandassureproperseal

NOTE:FederalLawProhibitsdispensingan improper fuel type intoanyVehicleor intoanon-approvedfuelcontainer.

a. InCaseofLPGLeaksorTankRupture

1. DONOTstartormovethePIT.

2. Iffuelhoseisleaking,ClosevalveimmediatelyandplacePIT"OutofService"untilrepaired.

3. If tank ruptures, warn other, immediately leave the area (at least 50 feet) and notifyManagement.Donotre-entertheareauntilclearedbyManagement.

i. PoweredIndustrialTruckPre-UseChecklist

Acheckofthefollowingitems(asapplicable)istobeconductedbytheoperatorpriortouseeachshift:

• Lights

• Horn

• Brakes

• Leaks


• WarningBeacon

• BackupWarningAlarm

• FireExtinguisher

Ifanydeficienciesarenoted,theunitistobeplacedOUTOFSERVICEuntiltheproblemhasbeencorrected.Additionally,itistheoperator’sresponsibilitytonotifytheimmediatesupervisorandfilloutamaintenancerequest.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

6.1.1 EH&SDepartment

• EH&Smaintainsatrainingandlicensurefileofallpoweredindustrialtruckoperators.

• Theserecordsandallpastlicensureshallbeavailableanytimebythedepartmentsafetycoordinator,supervisor,orcertifiedoperator.

• Alldepartmentsthathavetrainedpoweredindustrialtruckoperatorsshallkeepacurrentcopyoflicensureonfilefor(uptothreeyears).

• TheEH&STrainerretainsalltrainingtests,forms,andsign-insheetsforrecordkeepingpurposes.Theserecordswillresidewiththe“Fork-truckSafetyProgramManager”files.

• WrittenmaterialsrequiredtoberetainedshallbemadeavailableuponrequesttoaffectedemployeesandtotheAssistantSecretaryordesigneeforexaminationandcopying.

6.1.2 Departmentsthatown/useIndustrialLiftTrucks

ShallkeepacurrentcopyoftheForkliftandIndustrialWorkTrucksSafetyProgram.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferenceshttps://www.patriotinsuranceco.com/PublicDocs/pdf/PIC/SafetyServices/Forklift.pdf,http://ehs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/lines-of-services/workplace-safety/forkliftprogram.pdf,


Thisisapplicabletochangesmadetothecurrentversionfromtheprecedingdocument.Section NatureofAmendments

9.0 APPENDICES

None.


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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this waste management strategy was developed to provide guidance and requirementsnecessaryforefficient,effectiveandcompliantwastemanagementduringconstructionandoperations.

1.1 Scope

ThisprocedureappliestoallShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesandsubcontractors.Whenwork is performed on a non-owned or operated site, the operator’s program shall take precedence,however, this document covers Shallow River Construction Services LLC. employees and contractors andshallbeusedonownedpremises,orwhenanoperator’sprogramdoesnotexistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Generalwaste Is anywaste that is not classified as clinical or relatedwaste. It includespaper,plastic,glass,liquidsandorganics.

Hazardouswaste Includesclinicalwasteandrelatedwaste.Wastemanagement Is the collection, transport, processing, recycling or disposal, andmonitoring of

waste materials. The term usually relates to materials produced by humanactivity,and it isgenerallyundertakentoreducetheeffectsofwasteonhealth,theenvironmentoraestheticsandtorecoverresourcesthroughrecycling.


2.1.1 Management

• ProvideemployeetraininginsupportoftheGeneralWasteProgram.

• Developproceduresandfacilitiesforcollection,labeling,andstorage.

• Audittheprogramtoensurecompliance.

• ContractwithanAuthorizedTransporterforremovalanddisposalofHazardousWaste.

• SupervisorsshallensureallGeneralWasteintheirareasareproperlysegregatedandcollected.

2.1.2 Supervisors

ShallensureallGeneralWasteintheirareasareproperlysegregatedandcollected.

2.1.3 Employees

• Shallfollowtherequirementsofthisprogram.

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• Ensureprojectwastes,trash,and/orscrapmaterialswillbetaken intoconsiderationbeforeworkbegins.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 HazardousWasteManagement

Hazardouswastesshouldalwaysbesegregatedfromnon-hazardouswastes.Ifthegenerationofhazardouswaste can not be prevented through the implementation of the above general waste managementpractices,itsmanagementshouldfocusonthepreventionofharmtohealth,safety,andtheenvironment,accordingtothefollowingadditionalprinciples:

• Understanding potential impacts and risks associated with the management of any generatedhazardouswasteduringitscompletelifecycle.

• Ensuring that contractors handling, treating, and disposing of hazardous waste are reputable andlegitimateenterprises, licensedbytherelevantregulatoryagenciesandfollowinggoodinternationalindustry practice for the waste being handled ensuring compliance with applicable local andinternationalregulations.

4.0 TRAINING

Employeesshallbeinstructedontheproperdisposalmethodofwastes.Examplesinclude:

• Theproperhandling,organization,andstorageofwasteandscrapmaterialstominimizepotentialimpacttotheenvironment

• Generalinstructionondisposalofnon-hazardouswastes,trashorscrapmaterials

• Minimizationmethodstoreducewaste

• Recyclingmethods

• Ifwastesgeneratedarehazardous,thenemployeesshallbetrainedtoensureproperdisposalandcompliancewithregulations.

5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 GeneralWasteManagement

The following guidance applies to the management of non- hazardous and hazardous waste. Theadditionalguidancespecificallyapplicabletohazardouswastesispresentedbelow.Wastemanagementshould be addressed through a Waste Management System that addresses issues linked to wasteminimization,generation,transport,disposal,andmonitoring.

5.2 WasteManagementPlanning

Facilitiesthatgeneratewasteshouldcharacterizetheirwasteaccordingtocomposition,source,typesofwastes produced, generation rates, or according to local regulatory requirements. Effective planningandimplementationofwastemanagementstrategiesshouldinclude:

• Review of new waste sources during planning, siting, and design activities, including duringequipmentmodificationsandprocessalterations,toidentifyexpectedwastegeneration,pollutionpreventionopportunities,andnecessarytreatment,storage,anddisposalinfrastructure.


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• A collection of data and information about the process and waste streams in existing facilities,includingcharacterizationofwastestreamsbytype,quantities,andpotentialuse/disposition.

• EstablishmentofprioritiesbasedonariskanalysisthattakesintoaccountthepotentialEH&Srisksduring the waste cycle and the availability of infrastructure to manage the waste in anenvironmentallysoundmanner.

• Definitionofopportunitiesforsourcereduction,aswellasreuseandrecycling.

5.3 WastePrevention

Processesshouldbedesignedandoperatedtoprevent,orminimize,thequantitiesofwastesgeneratedandhazardsassociatedwiththewastesgeneratedinaccordancewiththefollowingstrategy:

• Substituting raw materials or inputs with less hazardous or toxic materials, or with those whereprocessinggenerateslowerwastevolumes

• Applyingmanufacturingprocess that convertsmaterials efficiently, providinghigherproductoutputyields, includingmodificationofdesignoftheproductionprocess,operatingconditions,andprocesscontrols

• Instituting good housekeeping and operating practices, including inventory control to reduce theamount of waste resulting from materials that are out-of-date, off-specification, contaminated,damaged,orexcesstoplantneeds

• Instituting procurement measures that recognize opportunities to return usable materials such ascontainersandwhichpreventstheoverorderingofmaterials

• Minimizinghazardouswastegenerationbyimplementingstringentwastesegregationtopreventthecomminglingofnon-hazardousandhazardouswastetobemanaged.

5.4 RecyclingandReuse

In addition to the implementation of waste prevention strategies, the total amount of waste may besignificantly reduced through the implementation of recycling plans,which should consider the followingelements:

• Evaluation of waste production processes and identification of potentially recyclable materialsIdentificationandrecyclingofproductsthatcanbereintroducedintothemanufacturingprocessorindustryactivityatthesite.

• Investigationofexternalmarkets forrecyclingbyother industrialprocessingoperations located intheneighborhoodorregionofthefacility(e.g.,wasteexchange).

• Establishingrecyclingobjectivesandformaltrackingofwastegenerationandrecyclingrates.

• Providingtrainingandincentivestoemployeesinordertomeetobjectives.

5.4.1 TreatmentandDisposal

Ifwastematerials are still generated after the implementationof feasiblewasteprevention, reduction,reuse, recovery and recycling measures, waste materials should be treated and disposed of, and allmeasures should be taken to avoid potential impacts to human health and the environment. Selectedmanagementapproachesshouldbeconsistentwiththecharacteristicsofthewasteandlocalregulations,andmayincludeoneormoreofthefollowing:


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• On-siteoroff-sitebiological,chemical,orphysicaltreatmentofthewastematerialtorenderitnon-hazardouspriortofinaldisposal.

• Treatment or disposal at permitted facilities specially designed to receive the waste. Examplesinclude:

v Compostingoperationsfororganicnon-hazardouswastes,

v Properlydesigned,permittedandoperatedlandfills,orincineratorsdesignedfortherespectivetypeofwaste,or

v Othermethodsareknowntobeeffectiveinthesafe,finaldisposalofwastematerialssuchasbioremediation.

5.5 WasteStorage

Hazardouswaste should be stored so as to prevent or control accidental releases to air, soil, andwaterresourcesinarealocationwhere:

• Wasteisstoredinamannerthatpreventsthecomminglingorcontactbetweenincompatiblewastesand allows for inspectionof containers tomonitor leaks or spills. Examples include sufficient spacebetweenincompatiblesorphysicalseparationsuchaswallsorcontainmentcurbs.

• Storeinclosedcontainersawayfromdirectsunlight,thewind,andrain.

• Secondary containment systems should be constructed with materials appropriate for the wastesbeingcontainedandadequatetopreventlosstotheenvironment.

• Secondary containment is includedwherever liquidwastes are stored in volumes greater than 220liters.

• Theavailablevolumeofsecondarycontainmentshouldbeatleast110percentofthelargeststoragecontainer,or25percentofthetotalstoragecapacity(whicheverisgreater),inthatspecificlocation.

• Provideadequateventilationwherevolatilewastesarestored.

• Hazardouswastestorageactivitiesshouldalsobesubjecttospecialmanagementactions,conductedbyemployeeswhohavereceivedspecifictraininginhandlingandstorageofhazardouswastes:

v Provision of readily available information on chemical compatibility to employees, includinglabelingeachcontainertoidentifyitscontents.

v Limitingaccesstohazardouswastestorageareastoemployeeswhohavereceivedpropertraining

v Clearlyidentifying(label)anddemarcatingthearea,includingdocumentationofitslocationonafacilitymaporsiteplan.

v Conductingperiodicinspectionsofwastestorageareasanddocumentingthefindings.

v Preparing and implementing spill response and emergency plans to address their accidentalrelease.

v Avoidingundergroundstoragetanksandundergroundpipingofhazardouswaste.

5.6 Transportation

On-site and Off-site transportation of waste should be conducted so as to prevent or minimize spills,releases,andexposurestoemployeesandthepublic.Allwastecontainersdesignatedforoff-siteshipment


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should be secured and labeled with the contents and associated hazards, be properly loaded on thetransport vehicles before leaving the site, and be accompanied by a shipping paper (i.e., manifest) thatdescribestheloadanditsassociatedhazards,

5.6.1 TreatmentandDisposal

In addition to the recommendations for treatment and disposal applicable to general wastes, thefollowingissuesspecifictohazardouswastesshouldbeconsidered:

a. CommercialorGovernmentWasteContractors

In the absence of qualified commercial or government-owned waste vendors (taking intoconsideration proximity and transportation requirements), facilities generating waste shouldconsiderusingcontractorthat:

• Have the technical capability tomanage thewaste inamanner that reduces immediateandfutureimpacttotheenvironment.

• Have all required permits, certifications, and approvals, of applicable governmentauthorities.

• Havebeensecuredthroughtheuseofformalprocurementagreements.

In the absence of qualified commercial or government-owned waste disposal operators (taking intoconsiderationproximityandtransportationrequirements),projectsponsorsshouldconsiderusing:

• Installingon-sitewastetreatmentorrecyclingprocesses.

• As a final option, constructing facilities that will provide for the environmental sound long-termstorage of wastes on-site or at an appropriate alternative location up until external commercialoptionsbecomeavailable.

5.7 SmallQuantitiesofHazardousWaste

Hazardouswastematerialsarefrequentlygeneratedinsmallquantitiesbymanyprojectsthroughavarietyof activities such as equipment and building maintenance activities. Examples of these types of wastesinclude:

• Spent solvents and oily rags, empty paint cans, chemical containers; used lubricating oil; usedbatteries(suchasnickel-cadmiumorleadacid),and

• Lightingequipment,suchaslampsorlampballasts.

• Thesewastesshouldbemanagedfollowingtheguidanceprovidedintheabovesections.

5.8 Monitoring

Monitoring activities associated with the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste shouldinclude:

• Regularvisualinspectionofallwastestoragecollectionandstorageareasforevidenceofaccidentalreleasesandtoverifythatwastesareproperlylabeledandstored.

• When significant quantities of hazardous wastes are generated and stored on site, monitoringactivitiesshouldinclude:

v Inspectionofvesselsforleaks,dripsorotherindicationsofloss.


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v Identificationofcracks,corrosion,ordamagetotanks,protectiveequipment,orfloors.

v Verificationoflocks,emergencyvalves,andothersafetydevicesforeasyoperation(lubricatingif required and employing the practice of keeping locks and safety equipment in standbypositionwhentheareaisnotoccupied).

v Checkingtheoperabilityofemergencysystems.

v Documentingresultsoftestingforintegrity,emissions,ormonitoringstations(air,soilvapor,orgroundwater).

v Documentinganychangestothestoragefacility,andanysignificantchangesinthequantityofmaterialsinstorage.

5.9 Audits

Regularauditsofwastesegregationandcollectionpractices:

• Trackingofwastegenerationtrendsbytypeandamountofwastegenerated,preferablybyfacilitydepartments.

• Characterizing waste at the beginning of generation of a new waste stream, and periodicallydocumenting the characteristics and proper management of the waste, especially hazardouswastes.

• Keeping manifests or other records that document the amount of waste generated and itsdestination

• Periodic auditing of third party treatment, and disposal services including re-use and recyclingfacilitieswhen.

• significantquantitiesofhazardouswastesaremanagedbythirdparties.

• Wheneverpossible,auditsshouldincludesitevisitstothetreatmentstorageanddisposallocation.

• RegularmonitoringofgroundwaterqualityincasesofHazardousWasteon-sitestorageand/orpre-treatmentanddisposal.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Monitoringrecordsforhazardouswastecollected,stored,orshippedshouldinclude:

• Nameandidentificationnumberofthematerial(s)composingthehazardouswaste

• Physicalstate(i.e.,solid,liquid,gaseousoracombinationofone,ormore,ofthese)

• Quantity(e.g.,kilogramsorliters,numberofcontainers)

• Waste shipment tracking documentation to include, quantity and type, date dispatched, datetransportedanddatereceived,recordoftheoriginator,thereceiver,andthetransporter

• Method and date of storing, repacking, treating, or disposing at the facility, cross-referenced tospecificmanifestdocumentnumbersapplicabletothehazardouswaste.

• Documentsgeneratedbymonitoring,andaudits.

• Locationofeachhazardouswastewithinthefacility,andthequantityateachlocation.


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7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesfile:///F:/USRAVs%20Working/2nd%20Set/New%20Set/32.%20General%20Waste%20Management/Research/Waste+Management-good.pdf,




9.0 APPENDICES

None.


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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC. HAND&POWERTOOLS

Version:1.0 DateApproved:28November2016


1.0 PURPOSE

Thepurposeof this program is to provide establish requirements for the safeoperationof hand andpowertoolsandotherportabletools,includingproperguarding.

1.1 Scope

All handandpower tools shall bemaintained in a safe condition. Thisprogramapplies to all ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.s’employeeswhousehandandpowertools,whileengagedinworkatShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.s’facilitiesand/orfacilitiesoperatedbyothers.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Airlessspray Airlesssprayisamethodofatomizingpaintwithouttheuseofcompressedair.Thepaintispumpedunderhighpressurethroughasupplylinetoanairlessgun.

Safetyguard Safetyguard.Asafetyguard isanenclosuredesignedtorestrain thepiecesofthe grinding wheel and furnish all possible protection in the event that thewheelisbrokeninoperation.

Portablegrinding

Agrindingoperationwhere thegrindingmachine isdesigned tobehandheldandmaybeeasilymovedfromonelocationtoanother

Jack A jack isanappliance for liftingand loweringormovinghorizontallya loadbyapplicationofapushingforce.NOTE: Jacks may be of the following types: Lever and ratchet, screw andhydraulic.

Rating Theratingofajackisthemaximumworkingloadforwhichitisdesignedtoliftsafelythatloadthroughoutitsspecifiedamountoftravel.NOTE:Toraisetheratedloadofajack,thepointofapplicationoftheload,theapplied force, and the length of lever arm should be those designatedby themanufacturerfortheparticularjackconsidered.


Anytoolwhichisnotincompliancewithanyapplicablerequirementofthisplanisprohibitedandshalleitherbe identifiedasunsafebytaggingor lockingthecontrolstorendertheminoperableorshallbephysicallyremovedfromitsplaceofoperation.

2.2 ManagersandSupervisors

• Ensure that all employees using portable tools have been trained and fully understand theoperationsandmaintenanceproceduresofsuchtools,includingtheirproperuse.

• ProvideandtrainedemployeeswithalladditionalPPEthatmaybeneededforthesafeoperationofportabletools


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2.3 Employees

• Shallensuretheyhaveandproperlyusethecorrecttoolforeachtask.• Shallfollowmanufacturessafetyandoperatinginstructionsbeforeusing

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 BeforeUse:

• Use the correct tool for the task. Using the wrong tool requires users to expend much moreuncontrolledenergyandalsodamagesthetoolforsafeuseinthefuture.

• Donotwearclothingthathasstringsorlooseendsthatmaygetcaughtinthemachinery.

• Wearappropriatepersonalprotectiveequipment(e.g.,safetyglasseswithsideshields,respiratoryprotection,faceshields,hearingprotection).

• Check that power tools are properly grounded or double-insulated. NEVER remove the groundprongoruseatwo-prongadapter.

• Keepallbystandersatasafedistance.Onlyoperatorsneedtobeintheareawheretoolsarebeingused.

• Ensureallguardsandshieldsareinplacebeforeturningonequipment.

• Makesureallcords/hosesareawayfromheat,oil,orsharpedges.

• Securetheworkwithclampsoravicetokeepyourhandsfreeandthematerialinplace

3.2 AfterUse:

• Never disconnect power tools from the electrical outlet by pulling on the power cord.

• Keep tools in good condition. Refer to owner’s manual for proper maintenance.

• Unplug power tools before changing blades or servicing the equipment.

• Safely store tools when not in use. Lock out power tools to prevent unauthorized use.

• Remove damaged tools from service.

4.0 TRAINING

Employees should be trained in the proper use of all tools.Workers should be able to recognize thehazardsassociatedwiththedifferenttypesoftoolsandthesafetyprecautionsnecessary:

• Powertoolsaretobeoperatedonlybycompetentpersonswhohavebeentrainedintheirproperuseoftools

• All employees using portable tools shall be trained and fully understand the operations,inspection,andmaintenanceproceduresofsuchtools,includingtheirproperuse.

Allemployeesshallbe trained tousealladditionalPPE thatmaybeneeded for thesafeoperationofportabletools.

5.0 PROCEDURE

Fallprotectionisrequiredwheneveremployeesarepotentiallyexposedtofallsfromheightofsixfeetorgreater to lower levels. This includesworkingnear andaroundexcavations.Useof guard rails, safetynet,orpersonal fall arrest systemsshouldbeusedwhen the standardmethodsofprotectionarenotfeasibleoragreaterhazardwouldbecreated.


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Alltools,regardlessofownership,shallbeofanapprovedtypeandmaintainedingoodcondition:

• Toolsaresubjecttoinspectionatanytime.

• All employees have the authority and responsibility to condemn unsafe tools, regardless ofownership.Unsafetoolsshallbetaggedwitha“DONOTUSEOROPERATE”tagtopreventtheiruse.

• Power tools should be inspected before each use. If there are any defects, such as insulationmissing from the cord or a piece of the protective shell broken, the toolmust be taken out ofserviceuntilrepaired.

• Employeesshallalwaysusethepropertoolforthejobtobeperformed.

• Hammers with metal handles, screwdrivers with metal continuing through the handle, andmetallicmeasuringtapesshallnotbeusedonornearenergizedelectricalcircuitorequipment.

• Toolsshallnotbethrownfromplacetoplaceorfrompersontoperson.

• Impact tools such as chisels, punches, and drift pins that become swollen or cracked shall bedressed,repaired,orreplacedbeforefurtheruse.

• Theinsulationonhandtoolsshallnotbeutilizedtoprotectusersfromhighvoltageshock(exceptapprovedlivelinetools).

• Chisels,drills,punches,ground rods,andpipes shallbeheldwith suitableholdersor tongs (notwiththehands)whilebeingstruckbyanotheremployee.

• Tools that must be raised or lowered from one elevation shall never be placed unsecured onelevatedplaces.

• Woodenhandlesthatareloose,cracked,orsplinteredshallbereplaced.Thehandleshallnotbetapedorlashedwithwire.

• Shimsshallnotbeusedtomakeawrenchfit.Wrencheswithsprungordamagedjawsshallnotbeused.Toolsshallbeusedonlyforthepurposesforwhichtheyhavebeenapproved.

• Toolswithsharpedgesshallbestoredandhandledsothattheywillnotcauseinjuryordamageandtheyshallnotbecarriedinpocketsunlesssuitableprotectorsareinusetoprotecttheedge.

• Toolsshallnotbeleftlyingaroundwheretheymaycauseapersontotriporstumble.

• Makeshiftandsubstitutetoolsshallnotbeused.

• Whenworking on or above open grating, a canvas or other suitable covering shall be used tocover the grating to prevent tools or parts from dropping to a lower level where others arepresentorthedangerareashallbebarricadedorguarded.

5.2 PortableElectricTools

Thenon-currentcarryingmetalpartsofportableelectrictoolssuchasdrills,saws,andgrindersshallbeeffectivelygroundedwhenconnectedtoapowersourceunless:

• Thetoolisanapproveddoubleinsulatedtype,or

• Thetoolisconnectedtothepowersupplybymeansofanisolatingtransformerorotherisolatedpowersupply.

• Allpoweredtoolsshallbeexaminedpriortousetoensuregeneralserviceabilityandthepresenceofallapplicablesafetydevices.


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• Powered tools shall be used onlywithin their design and shall be operated in accordancewithmanufacturer’s instructions. Theuseof electric cords forhoistingor lowering tools shall notbepermitted.

• All tools shall be kept in good repair and shall be disconnected from the power source whilerepairsoradjustmentsarebeingmade.

a. Electricaltoolsshallnotbeusedwherethereishazardof:

• Flammablevapor

• Gases,or

• Dustswithoutavalidhotworkpermit

Ground fault circuit interrupters or use of an Assured Grounding Program shall be used withportable electric tools. This does not apply to equipment run off of portable or truckmountedgenerators at 5 kw or less that are isolated from ground or to equipment ran directly off ofsecondaries.

b. PneumaticTools:

• Pneumaticpower toolsshallbesecuredto thehoseorwhipbysomepositivemeans topreventthetoolfrombecomingaccidentallydisconnected.

• Safetyclipsor retainers shallbe securely installedandmaintainedonpneumatic impact(percussion)toolstopreventattachmentsfrombeingaccidentallyexpelled.

• All pneumatically driven nailers, staplers, and other similar equipment provided withautomaticfastenerfeed,whichoperateatmorethan100p.s.i.pressureatthetoolshallhaveasafetydeviceonthemuzzletopreventthetoolfromejectingfasteners,unlessthemuzzleisincontactwiththeworksurface.

• Compressedairshallnotbeusedforcleaningpurposesexceptwherereducedtolessthan30 p.s.i. and then onlywith effective chip guarding and personal protective equipmentwhichmeets the requirementsof SubpartEof thispart. The30p.s.i. requirementdoesnotapplyforconcreteform,millscaleandsimilarcleaningpurposes.

• The manufacturer's safe operating pressure for hoses, pipes, valves, filters, and otherfittingsshallnotbeexceeded,

• Theuseofhosesforhoistingorloweringtoolsshallnotbepermitted.

• Allhosesexceeding1/2-inch insidediameter shall havea safetydeviceat the sourceofsupplyorbranchlinetoreducepressureincaseofhosefailure.

• Inlieuoftheabove,adiffusernutwhichwillpreventhighpressure,highvelocityrelease,while thenozzle tip is removed,plus anozzle tip guardwhichwill prevent the tip fromcomingintocontactwiththeoperator,orotherequivalentprotection,shallbeprovided.

• "Abrasive blast cleaning nozzles." The blast cleaning nozzles shall be equipped with anoperatingvalvewhichmustbeheldopenmanually.Asupportshallbeprovidedonwhichthenozzlemaybemountedwhenitisnotinuse:

a. Couplings,ClipsandClamps:

• All couplingsandclampsonpressurizedairhose shall bebridged (pinned)with suitablefasteners.

• Safetyclipsor retainers shallbe securely installedandmaintainedonpneumatic impact(percussion)toolstopreventattachmentsfrombeingaccidentallyexpelled.


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• Onlyapprovedend fittingclampsshallbeused, (screwtypeheaterhoseclampsarenotacceptable),Whileblowingdownhose,donotpointittowardpeople.

• Allpneumaticallydriventoolsthatareequippedwithautomaticfastenerfeedandoperateatmorethan100p.s.i.ofpressureatthetoolsuchasnailers,staplers,andothersimilarequipment shall have a safety device on the muzzle to prevent the tool from ejectingfasteners,unlessthemuzzleisincontactwiththeworksurface.

Note:Footprotectionshallbewornwhileoperatingpavingbreakers,tampers,rotarydrills,clayspades,andsimilarimpactortypetoolsoratothertimeswheninstructedbysupervision.

b. Airlesssprayguns:

Atomizeairlessspraygunsthatatomizefluidsatpressuresof1,000poundsormorepersquareinch(6,890kPa)musthaveasafetydevicethatisvisibleandmanualthatwillpreventthepullingofitstriggeruntilthesafetydeviceismanuallyreleased,additionalmethods:

• Adiffusernut(whichwillpreventhighpressure),

• Highvelocityrelease(whilethenozzletipisremoved),and

• A nozzle tip guard (which will prevent the tip from coming into contact with theoperator),orotherequivalentprotection,shallbeprovided.

5.3 PowderActuatedTools(ToolsActuatedbyanExplosiveCharge)

Onlythoseemployeeswhohavebeencertifiedintheiruseshalloperatethesetools.Explosivechargesshallbecarriedandtransportedinapprovedcontainers.Operatorsandassistantsusingthesetoolsshallbeprotectedbymeansofeye,face,andhearingprotection.Seesafetypreventionpracticesbelow:

• Before using tools, the operator shall read and become familiar with the manufacturersoperatingguidelinesandprocedures.

• Tools shall be maintained in good condition and serviced regularly by qualified persons. Thematerial upon which these tools are to be used shall be examined before work is started todetermineitssuitabilityandtoeliminatethepossibilityofhazardstotheoperatorandothers.

• Priortouse,theoperatorshallensurethattheprotectiveshieldisproperlyattachedtothetool.

• Beforeusingatool,theoperatorshallinspectittodeterminetotheirsatisfaction,thatallmovingparts operate freely, all guards and safety devices are in place, the barrel is free fromobstructions,andthattoolisclean.

• Whenatooldevelopsadefectduringuse,theoperatorshallimmediatelyceasetouseit,untilitisproperlyrepairedinaccordancewiththemanufacturesspecifications.

• Toolsshallnotbeloadeduntiljustpriortotheintendedfiringtime,norshallanunattendedtoolbeleftloaded.Emptytoolsarenottobepointedatanyworkmen.

• In case of amisfire, the operator shall hold the tool in the operating position for at least 30seconds.Heshallthentrytooperatethetoolasecondtime.Heshallwaitanother30seconds,holdingthetoolintheoperatingposition;thentheyshallproceedtoremovetheexplosiveloadinstrictaccordancewiththemanufacturer'sinstructions.

• A tool shall never be left unattended in a place where it would be available to unauthorizedpersons.Fastenersshallnotbedrivenintoveryhardorbrittlematerialsincluding,butnotlimitedto,castiron,glazedtile,surfacehardenedsteel,glassblock,liverock,facebrick,orhollowtile.


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• Driving intomaterialseasilypenetratedshallbeavoidedunlesssuchmaterialsarebackedbyasubstancethatwillpreventthepinorfastenerfrompassingcompletelythroughandcreatingaflyingmissilehazardontheotherside.

• Toolsshallnotbeusedinanexplosiveorflammableatmosphere.

5.4 HydraulicPowerTools

ThefluidusedinhydraulicpoweredtoolsshallbefireresistantfluidsapprovedunderSchedule30oftheU.S. BureauofMines,Department of the Interior, and shall retain its operating characteristics at themostextremetemperaturestowhichitwillbeexposed.

Themanufacturer'ssafeoperatingpressuresforhoses,valves,pipes,filters,andotherfittingsshallnotbeexceeded.

Allhydraulictools,whichareusedonoraroundenergizedlinesorequipment,shallusenon-conductinghoseshavingadequatestrengthforthenormaloperatingpressures.

5.5 HydraulicJacks

AHydraulicJackisadevicethatusesforcetoliftheavyloads.Theprimarymechanismwithwhichforceis applied varies, depending on the specific type ofjack, but is typically a screw thread orahydrauliccylinder.

Hydraulic Jacks must have a stop indicator, never exceed the stop limit, and ensure that themanufacturer'sloadlimitispermanentlymarkedonthejackinaprominentplace.

Neverutilizeajacktosupportaliftedload.Oncealoadhasbeenlifted,itmustimmediatelybeblockedup, place a block under the base of the jack if the foundation does not seem steady, place a blockbetweenthe jackcapand load if itappears that thecapmightslip.Whensettingupa jackensure tofollowthestepsbelow:

• Thebaseofthejackrestsonafirm,levelsurface;

• Thejackiscorrectlycentered;

• Thejackheadbearsagainstalevelsurface;and

• Theliftforceisappliedevenly.

a. LoadingandMarking:

• Theoperatorshallmakesurethatthejackusedhasaratingsufficientto liftandsustaintheload.

• The rated load shall be legibly andpermanentlymarked in aprominent locationon thejackbycasting,stamping,orothersuitablemeans.

5.6 OperationandMaintenance

Propermaintenanceofjacksiscriticalforsafety:

• Intheabsenceofafirmfoundation,thebaseofthejackshallbeblocked.Ifthereisapossibilityofslippageofthecap,ablockshallbeplacedinbetweenthecapandtheload.

• Theoperatorshallwatchthestopindicator,whichshallbekeptclean,inordertodeterminethelimitoftravel.Theindicatedlimitshallnotbeoverrun.

• Aftertheload,hasbeenraised,itshallbecribbed,blocked,orotherwisesecuredatonce.


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• Hydraulic jacks exposed to freezing temperatures shall be supplied with adequate antifreezeliquid.

• Alljacksshallbeproperlylubricatedatregularintervals.

• Each jack shallbe thoroughly inspectedbeforeeachuse. Jacks,whichare inunsafecondition,shallbetaggedaccordingly,andshallnotbeuseduntilrepairsaremade.

• AbrasiveBlastCleaningNozzlesTheblast cleaningnozzles shallbeequippedwithanoperatingvalve,whichmustbeheldopenmanually.Asupportshallbeprovidedonwhichthenozzlemaybemountedwhenitisnotinuse.

5.7 FuelPoweredTools

• All fuelpoweredtoolsshallbestoppedwhilebeingrefuelled,serviced,ormaintained,andfuelshall be transported, handled, and stored in accordancewith the Flammable and CombustibleLiquidsProgram.

• When fuel powered tools are used in enclosed spaces, the applicable requirements forconcentrationsoftoxicgasesanduseofpersonalprotectiveequipment,shallbeadheredtoo.

5.8 GuardingPortableTools

Guards shall be in place and operable at all times while the tool is in use. The guard may not bemanipulated in such away thatwill compromise its integrity or compromise the protection inwhichintended.GuardingshallmeettherequirementssetforthinANSIB15.1.

5.9 PortableCircularSaws

• All portable, power driven circular saws having a blade diameter greater than 2 in. shall beequippedwithguardsaboveandbelowthebaseplateorshoe.

• The upper guard shall cover the saw to the depth of the teeth, except for the minimum arcrequiredtopermitthebasetobetiltedforbevelcuts.

• The lower guard shall cover the saw to the depth of the teeth, except for theminimum arcrequiredtoallowproperretractionandcontactwiththework.

• When the tool is withdrawn from the work, the lower guard shall automatically and instantlyreturntocoveringposition.

• Allcrackedsawbladesshallberemovedfromservice.

5.10 SwitchesandControls

• Allhandheldpoweredtools,circularsaws,drills,tappers,fastenerdrivers,horizontalorverticalanglegrinders,etc.,shallbewithaconstantpressureswitchorcontrol,andmayhavealockoncontrol provided that turnoff can be accomplished by a single motion of the same finger orfingersthatturniton.

• All hand held powered circular saws having a blade diameter greater than 2 inches, electric,hydraulic or pneumatic chain saws, and percussion tools without positive accessory holdingmeansshallbeequippedwithaconstantpressureswitchorcontrolthatwillshutoffthepowerwhenthepressureisreleased.

• Allhand-heldgasolinepoweredchainsawsshallbeequippedwithaconstantpressurethrottlecontrolthatwillshutoffthepowertothesawchainwhenthepressureisreleased.

• Theoperatingcontrolonhand-heldpowertoolsshallbesolocatedastominimizethepossibilityofitsaccidentaloperation,ifsuchaccidentaloperationwouldconstituteahazardtoemployees.


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• Groundingofportableelectricpoweredtoolsshallmeettheelectricalrequirementsthatcanbefound in theElectrical SafetyProgram.All electricpower tools shallbeequippedwitha three-prongplug.

5.11 PortableAbrasiveWheels

Portableabrasivegrinding,cutting,polishing,andwirebuffingwheelscreatespecialsafetyproblemsbecausetheymaythrowoffflyingfragments.Abrasivewheeltoolsmustbeequippedwithguardsthat:

• coverthespindleend,nut,andflangeprojections;

• maintainproperalignmentwiththewheel;and

• donotexceedthestrengthofthefastenings.

a. SafetyGuardsExceptions:

• Wheelsusedforinternalworkwhilewithintheworkbeingground.

• Mountedwheelsusedinportableoperations2inchesandsmallerindiameter.

• Types16,17,18,18R,and19cones,plugs,andthreadedholepotballswheretheworkoffersprotection.

• Guardsshallbemadeofsteelorothermaterialwithadequatestrength.

b. Exception:

• Safetyguardsonalloperationswheretheworkprovidesasuitablemeasureofprotectiontotheoperatormaybesoconstructedthatthespindleend,nutandouterflangeareexposed.Where the nature of thework is such as to entirely cover the side of thewheel, the sidecoversoftheguardmaybeomitted.

• Exception: the spindle end, nut, and outer flange may be exposed on portable machinesdesignedfor,andusedwith,type6,11,27,and28abrasivewheels,cuttingoffwheels,andtuckpointingwheels.

5.12 MountingandInspectionofAbrasiveWheels

• Immediatelybeforemounting,allwheelsshallbecloselyinspectedandaringtestperformed,tomakesuretheyhavenotbeendamagedintransit,storage,orotherwise.

• Ringtest–“tap”wheelsabout45degreeseachsideoftheverticalcentrelineandabout1or2inches fromtheperiphery; thenrotate thewheel45degreesandrepeat the test;asoundandundamagedwheelwillgiveaclearmetallictone.Ifcracked,therewillbeadeadsoundandnotaclear"ring.”

• Thespindlespeedofthemachineshallbecheckedbeforemountingofthewheeltobecertainthatitdoesnotexceedthemaximumoperatingspeedmarkedonthewheel.

• Grindingwheelsshallfitfreelyonthespindleandremainfreeunderallgrindingconditions.

• A controlled clearance between thewheel hole and themachine spindle (orwheel sleeves oradaptors)isessentialtoavoidexcessivepressurefrommountingandspindleexpansion.

• Themachinespindleshallbemadetoonominal(standard)sizepluszerominus.002inch,andthewheel hole shall bemade suitably oversize to assure safety clearance under the conditions ofoperatingheatandpressure.

• Allcontactsurfacesofwheels,blotters,andflangesshallbeflatandfreeofforeignmatter.


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• Whenabushingisusedinthewheelholeitshallnotexceedthewidthofthewheelandshallnotcontacttheflanges.

5.13 PortableGrinders

Special“revolvingcupguards”whichmountbehindthewheelandturnwithitshallbeused.Theyshallbemadeof steelorothermaterialwithadequate strengthand shall enclose thewheel sidesupwardfromthebackforonethirdofthewheelthickness. It isnecessarytomaintainclearancebetweenthewheelsideandtheguard.Theclearanceshallnotexceedonesixteenthinch.

Verticalportablegrinders,alsoknownasrightanglegrinders,shallhaveamaximumexposureangleof180 degrees and the guard shall be located between the operator and the wheel during use.Adjustmentoftheguardshallensurethatpiecesofanaccidentallybrokenwheelwillbedeflectedawayfromtheoperator.

5.14 OtherPortableGrinders

Themaximumangular exposure of the grindingwheel periphery and sides for safety guards used onotherportablegrindingmachinesshallnotexceed180degreesandthetophalfof thewheelshallbeenclosedatalltimes.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Trainingrecordsshallinclude:

• Whowastrained




Training records shall be retained and shallbe readilyavailablefor authorized persons to review. Thefollowinginformationismaintainedasaresultofthisprocess:

• Theemployershallmaintainallemployeetrainingrecords.

• The employer shall make readily available to affected employees without cost, writtenmaterialsrelatingtotheemployeetrainingprogram,includingacopyofthisregulation.

• TheemployershallprovidetotheAssistantSecretaryandtheDirector,uponrequest,allinformationandtrainingmaterialsrelatingtotheemployeeinformationandtrainingprogram.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferences(PublishedinTitle29CodeofFederalRegulations(CFR),Part1910,SubpartP),orfortheconstructionindustry,(Publishedin29CFRPart1926,SubpartI),OSHApublicationHand&PowerTools03080,OSHA Safety & Health Topics: Hand and Power Tools https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/handpowertools/index.html.


This isapplicabletochangesmadetothecurrentversionfromtheprecedingdocumentforDocumentControlpurposes.

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9.0 APPENDICES

None.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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1.0 PURPOSE

To provide an effective, written hazard communication program in compliance with company State andFederal regulatory requirements.HazardCommunicationapplies toall chemicalsandmixturespurchased,manufactured, used, and/or stored by the company towhich employees, contractors, tenants or visitorsmaybeexposed.

(Note:ThatLaboratories,asdefinedbyOSHAregulations,arenotcoveredunderthisprogram.)

1.1 Scope

ThisprogramappliestoallShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employees,facilities,andjobsiteswhereworkersmay be exposed to hazardous chemicals.Work performed on client sitesmay be subject to theclient’s Hazard Communication Program. The client’s program will govern such sites. In addition, thedocumentappliestoallShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employees.Whenworkisperformedonanon-ownedoroperatedsite,theoperator’sprogramshalltakeprecedence,however,thisdocumentcoversShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesandcontractorsandshallbeusedonownedpremises,orwhenanoperator’sprogramdoesn’texistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Article Aproductwhoseuseisdependentupontheproduct’ssizeandshapeandwhichdoesnotconstituteahazard.(i.e.furniture,toys,packaging,etc.)

ACGIH AmericanConferenceofGovernmentalIndustrialHygienists

SDS SafetyDataSheetsarereferencedocumentsthatoutlinetheproductinformation,hazardsandotherrequiredelementsforhazardouschemicalsormaterials.Thesedocumentsareproducedbythemanufacturerofthechemicalormaterialandmustbemaintainedatanyworkplacewheretheyareusedorstored.

ProcessMaterials

Chemicalsthatareroutinelyusedinachemicalprocessoraspartofamixtureforachemicalprocess.


2.1.1 Management

Performahazarddetermination.Thecompanyisrequiredtodeterminethehazardsofanyproductsorchemicalstheymanufactureand/orsell.SuchitemsrequirethecompanytoproduceandmaintaindateSafetyDataSheets(SDS)andprovidethesetosuppliersandcustomerswithinitialshipmentwhenchangesoccur,oruponrequest,anSDSmustinclude:


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• Identity of the product, as used on the label (its chemical or common name, and hazardousingredientsorhazardouscomponents)

• Physicalandchemicalcharacteristics(i.e.vaporpressure,flashpoint,pH)

• HealthHazards(signs,symptomsorassociatedmedicalconditions)

• Primaryroutesofentry(inhalation,ingestion,absorption)

• OSHA,ACGIHorotherexposurelimitsknown

• Toxicologicalinformation,includingcarcinogenicity

• Safehandlingprecautions(hygienepractices,spillorleakclean-up,etc.)

• Controlmeasures(PPE,ventilation,etc.)

• EmergencyandFirst-aidprocedures

• DateoflastrevisiontoallSDS

• Name address and telephone number of the manufacturer, including emergency contactinformation

• Ensure a Chemical Inventory List is maintained either by the company as a whole or for eachdepartmentorworkarea.

• Develop and implement amethod of communication between any contractors and the companywhichdescribesandoutlines:

• Themethodusedtocommunicatehazardsandprecautions

• ThemethodusedtoaccessanSDS

• Themethodusedtocommunicateemergencysituations

• Thelabelingmethodsused

• Reviewthisprogramannuallytoassuretheaboverequirementsaremet.

2.1.2 Employees

Attend Hazard Communication Training upon initial assignment, and when changes to the workplacehazardsoccur(throughprocesschangesorachangeofworkassignment).

• Re-labelanycontainersintowhichhazardouschemicalsormixturesaretransferred.

• Labeling includes the name of the material, manufacturer name and phone number, andappropriatehazardwarnings.

• Informmanagementofanychangestochemicalsorchemicaluses.

2.1.3 SafetyOfficer

• Assistinthedevelopmentandmaintenanceofthewrittenprogramortrainingrequirements.

• Assistinthedeterminationandevaluationofchemicalhazardsintheworkplace.


3.0 SAFETY

3.1 TradeSecretInformation

TradeSecretsareproductswhich,whenthechemicalidentityoftheproductisrevealed,wouldjeopardizethe manufacturer’s competitive advantage. Trade secret materials (and requests to reveal trade secretinformation)mustcomplywiththerequirementsofOSHA1910.1200(i)andAppendixD.

TradeSecretinformationmustberevealedtoahealthcareprofessionalwheneither:

• Amedicalemergencyexists,or

• Inanon-emergencysituation,whenahealthcareorsafetyprofessional,toxicologistorsimilarpersonprovidesadetailedwrittenrequest.

• Alternatively,otherreasonsuchasthefollowingsituationsseenbelow:

• Ahazardexposureevaluationdependsupontheinformation

• Toconductsamplingtodetermineexposurelevels(includingmedicalsurveillanceorpre-assignment)topotentiallyexposedemployees

• Toprovidemedicaltreatmenttoexposedemployees

• ToassessPPErequirementsforexposedemployees

• Todesignorassessengineeringcontrolsforexposedemployees

• Toconducthealthassessmentandhealth-effectstudies

• Signedconfidentialitystatementsmayberequired.

3.1.1 PersonalProtectiveEquipmentRequirements

Basedonthetypesofhazardousmaterialsattheworkplace,employeesmustbeprovidedwithpersonalprotectiveequipment.Trainingmustbeprovidedasneededforprotectiveequipmentuse.

PersonalProtectiveEquipment,whichincludes:

• Gloves,

• Eyewear,

• HeadorFootProtection,

• ProtectiveClothing,

• RespiratoryProtection,and

• HearingProtection

a. Also,otherEquipmentsuchas:

v EyebathStationsorEmergencyShowers.

v Toolsandreceptaclesformaintenanceanddisposalmustbeprovidedandemployeesinformedoftheiruse.


v Eyebathsmustbeapprovedtypes(personaleyewashbottlesareNOTapprovedequipment,stationsmustbeeitherpermanentlyplumbedorportablestationsthatarecapableofdeliveringasetamountofflushingfluidfor15minutes).

v MSDS’sorSDS’sforchemicalsandproductsnolongermadebythecompanyarekeptonfileforatleast30years,andappropriateinformationismadeavailableuponwrittenrequest.

4.0 TRAINING

Allemployeesandcontractorsmustbemadeawareofthehazardstheymayencounterandtheprecautionstheymusttaketoprotectthemselvesfromthesehazards.

Employeesorcontractorsmustbetrainedoninitialassignmentandwheneveranynewphysical,chemicalorhealthhazardsareintroduced,whennon-routinetasksorproceduresarerequired,orwhenemployeesareworkingwithornearunlabeledpipingsystemsthatcontainhazardouschemicals.

Trainandinformemployeesoninitialassignmentandwheneveranewphysical,chemicalorhealthhazardisintroducedintotheworkplace,orwhennon-routinetasksorproceduresarerequired.

Trainingincludes:

• Traininginformationonthehazardouschemicalstheymaybeexposedtoo.

• Information on themethods used to detect the presence or release of chemicals in theworkplace(monitors,alarmsystems,odors,visualappearance,etc.).

• TheinformationrequiredintheOSHAStandard.

• Identificationoftheworkareaswherehazardouschemicalsareused.

• Thelocationandavailabilityofthewrittenprogram,chemicalinventorylist(s),andSDS.

• Also, information on the methods and observations used to detect the presence or release ofchemicals(monitors,alarmsystems,odors,visualappearance,etc.)including:

• Any “non-routine” tasks that employees may be asked to perform periodically outside of theirregularlyassignedduties

• Thephysicalandhealthhazardinformationofthechemicalspresent

• The measures employees can take to protect themselves from identified chemical hazards(procedures,personalprotectiveequipment,etc.)

• Thelabelingsystemusedintheworkplace

• Thedetailsofthisprogram

• Therequirementsofuse,handling,storageanddisposalofanyPersonalProtectiveEquipment

4.1.1 TrainingRequirements

Employeeswhohaveexposuresorwhohavepotentialexposuresmustbetrained:

• Uponinitialassignment.

• Whennewhazardsareintroducedintotheworkplace.

• Whentasksorprocesseschange,requiringnewordifferentinformationbeprovided.


• The measures employees can take to protect themselves from identified chemical hazards(procedures,personalprotectiveequipment,etc.).

Methodsofcommunicatinghazardcommunicationstonon-Englishspeakingemployeeswillbeaddressedbypresentingintheirnativelanguage.(IfallemployeesspeakandunderstandEnglishpleasestatewithinwrittenprogram).

5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 General

• Determineifhazardouschemicalsarepresentintheworkplace.

• Ensure the availability of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for each hazardous chemical ormixture in theworkplace.

• EnsureaHazardousChemicalInventoryListismaintained.

• Evaluatethehazardsforeachchemicalormixtureusedand/orstoredintheworkplace.

• Ensureproperlabelingofchemicalcontainer.

• Createandmaintainsawrittenprogram.

• Trainemployees.

5.1.1 ChemicalLists

EnsureaChemicalInventoryListismaintainedeitherbythecompanyasawholeorforeachdepartmentorworkarea.Chemicallistsmustinclude:

• Thetrade-nameofthechemicalormaterialasitappearsontheSDS

• Thenameofthechemicalormaterial(ifitisdifferentthanthemanufacturer’stradename)

• Themanufacturer’sname

• Themanufacturer’stelephonenumber

• Emergency contact information (company name and telephone number) if different than themanufacturer

Chemical manufacturers are responsible for developing SDSs. Employers shall have an SDS for eachchemicalused.

5.1.2 EvaluationofEachHazardsChemical

Evaluatethehazardsforeachchemicalormixtureusedorstoredintheworkplace:

• Determineifthequantityortypeofchemicalpresentsahazardtotheemployees,thenatureofthehazards,andthemeansthatemployeeswillusetoprotectthemselvesfromthesehazards.

• The information is foundon theSafetyDataSheet (SDS) for theproduct.A safetyprofessionalorcertifiedindustrialhygienistmayassistinthisevaluation.


5.1.3 Construction,AlterationsorRepairs

• During the entire course of construction, alteration, or repairs, form and scrap lumber withprotruding nails, and all other debris, shall be kept cleared from work areas, passageways, andstairs,inandaroundbuildingsorotherstructures.

• Combustible scrap and debris shall be removed at regular intervals during the entire course ofconstruction.

• Containers shallbeprovided for thecollectionandseparationofwaste, trash,oilyandused rags,andotherrefuse.

• All containers used for garbage andotheroily, flammable, or hazardouswastes, such as caustics,acids,harmfuldusts,etc.shallbeequippedwithcovers.

• Garbageandotherwasteshallbedisposedofatfrequentandregularintervals.

5.1.4 HazardCommunicationProgram

Maintainawrittenhazardcommunicationprogram.Thisprogrammustcontainordescribe:

• Alistofhazardouschemicals

• AccesstoandmaintenanceofacurrentSDS

• Labelingprocedures

• Protectivemeasures

• Trainingprogramelements

• Provisionsforcontractors(multi-employerworkplaces)

• Procedures forevaluatingthehazardsofanynon-routinetasks (e.g.one- timechemicaluses)andforevaluatinganyunlabeledpipesintheworkareathatcontainhazardouschemicals

5.1.5 LabelsandotherFormsofWarning

Assurelabelsandotherformsofwarningareaffixedtochemicalcontainers,asappropriate.Fulllabeling:

• All containers must be labeled with the chemical name, appropriate hazard warnings, and themanufacturernameandaddress.Vendor labels shouldbe incompliance. Such labelsmaynotbedefacedorcovered.

a. Shortenedlabeling:

v Maybe used for processmaterials andmust contain the chemical identity (referencedbacktotheSDS),andappropriatehazardwarningsandtheSDS.

v Labels should be on all containers at all times. However, labels are not required forportablecontainersprovidedtheyareimmediatelyusedbytheemployeeonthatwork-shiftandremainunderthedirectcontroloftheemployeeatalltimes.

v All labelsmustbe in legibleEnglish. Other languagesmaybeused,provideda label inEnglishisalsoprovided.

v Pipes or piping systems that contain a hazardous chemical shall be identified toemployees by at least one (1) readily accessible label, sign, placard, written operatinginstructions,processsheet,batchticketorsubstanceidentificationsystem.


5.1.6 InformationforSafetyDataSheets(SDS)

ObtainedSafetyDataSheets(SDS)foreachhazardouschemicalusedintheworkplaceare:

• Readilyaccessibleandavailabletoallemployees,

• Hazardous chemical information is provided to employees on multiple worksites or multipleemployerworksites,

• WritteninEnglish,

• Obtained fromthemanufactureror supplierof thechemicalormaterialbefore it isused in theworkplaceifonedidnotaccompanytheshipment,

• Keptforthedurationofemploymentplus30yearsifachemicalover-exposurehasoccurred,

• Kept for thedurationof itsuseorstorage,ataminimum. (It is recommendedthatallSDS’sbekeptforthedurationoftheemploymentofapersonusingthematerial),and

• Kept ina singleareaand filedalphabeticallybyname (recommended).However, currentcopiesmaybekeptineachworkarea.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

6.1 RequiredDocumentationandRecords:

• SafetyDataSheets

• ChemicalInventoryLists

• TrainingRecords

6.1.1 ObsoleteMSDS’s/SDS’sorDiscontinuedProducts

SDS’s forproductsno longerusedatcompany facilitiesand jobsitesarekepton file ina“discontinuedSDS”fileforatleast5yearsfromthelastdateofuse.

SDS’s forchemicalsandproductsno longermadebythecompanyarekeptonfile forat least30years,andappropriateinformationismadeavailableuponwrittenrequest.

7.0 REFERENCES

1.

Documents&ExternalReferences

http://scalesnw.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/Confined-Space-Program_2016.pdf.,Reference:OSHAStandard1910.1200.





9.0 APPENDICES

Appendix1:GloballyHarmonizedSystemPictograms


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TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE&SCOPE

2.0 REFERENCES

3.0 PROCEDURE

4.0 DEFINITIONS

5.0 ROLES&RESPONSIBILITIES

6.0 RECORDS


8.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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1.0 PURPOSE

Toensuretherearenofalls fromportable ladders (step,straight,combinationandextension)or fatalitiesandinjuries.ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.willensurethattheemployeehavetheproperlyratedandtypeofladderthatwillensurethegreatestprotectionforlossoflifeorinjurypossiblewhileperformingtasks.

1.1 Scope

Thisprogramappliestoanyuseof laddersthree(3)feet inheight/lengthorgreaterforemployeesontheShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.ssiteaspartoftheirnormalworkactivities.ThisincludestemporaryemployeesandContractorsperformingactivitiesatthesiteorfacilities.

1.1.1 Applicability

Thisprogramshallapply toalloperations,either stationaryormobile,whereemployeesuse ladders toperformwork.

The ladders used by the Shallow River Construction Services LLC.'s employees must meet OSHA/ANSIspecifications.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Cleat A ladder crosspiece of rectangular cross section placed on edge uponwhich apersonmaystepwhileascendingordescendingaladder.

ExtensionTrestleLadder

A self-supporting portable ladder, adjustable in length consisting of a trestleladderbaseandaverticallyadjustableextensionsection,withasuitablemeansforlockingtheladderstogether.

Individual-Rung/StepLadders

A Ladderswithout a side rail or center rail support. Such ladders aremadebymountingindividualstepsorrungsdirectlytothesideorwallofthestructure.

PortableLadder Aladderthatcanbereadilymovedorcarried.


2.1.1 OperationsManager

• DevelopthewrittenLadderSafetyProgramandrevisetheprogramasnecessary.

• Identifytypeandcapacityrequirementsofladdersneededtoperformroutinetaskssafely.


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• TrainemployeesontheLadderSafetyProgramandproperuseofladders.

2.1.2 Supervisors

• Ensurethatemployeesareproperlyusingladdersforwhattheyaredesignedfor

• Ensureladdersareinspectedpriortouse

• Routesafetyconcernsandrequeststomanagement

2.1.3 Employees

• Inspectladders

• Reportdeficienciestosupervisor

3.0 SAFETY

3.1.1 LadderSelection

TheAmericanNationalStandardsInstitute(ANSI)requiresthatadutyratingstickerisplacedonthesideofeach ladder. When selecting a ladder, ensure that the ladder has an adequate proper duty rating tosupport the combined weight of the user and the material. Materials include the weight of clothing,protectiveequipment,andsuppliesbeingcarriedorstoredontheladder.Theladderdutyratingsareasfollows:

LadderDutyRatingor“Type.” CapableofSupporting RatedUse

TYPEIAA 375lbs. SpecialDutyTYPEIA 300lbs. ExtraHeavyDutyIndustrialTYPEI 250lbs. HeavyDutyIndustrialTYPEII 225lbs. MediumDutyCommercialTYPEIII 200lbs. LightDutyHousehold

4.0 TRAINING

Employeesshallbetrainedonalloftherulesandregulationspertainingtoladderandstairsafety,includingtheproperinstallment,care,useandhandling,andstorage.

Additionaltrainingshallbeconductedinresponsetothefollowingcircumstances:

• Wheneverchangesintheworkplaceorthisprocedurerenderprevioustrainingobsolete,

• Wheninadequaciesintheemployee’suseandhandlingindicatethattheemployeehasnotretainedtherequisiteunderstandingorskill,and

• When any other situations arise in which retraining appears necessary to ensure the properinstallment,care,useandhandling,andstorage.


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5.0 PROCEDURE


5.1.1 LadderConstruction

Laddersmustmeetthefollowingminimumrequirements:

• ANSIA14.10standard

• Fiberglassconstruction

• Capacityratedabove300pounds

• TypeIAorIAA

• Ladder types for portable ladders may be self-supporting stepladders or non-self-supportingextensionladders.

• Non-self-supportingladdersaretobepositionedatsuchananglethatthehorizontaldistancefromthetopsupporttothefootoftheladderisabout1/4theworkinglengthoftheladder.

• Ladder rungs,cleats,orstepsmustbeparallel, level,anduniformlyspacedwhenthe ladder is inpositionforuse.Rungsmustbespacedbetween10and14inchesapart.

• Forextensiontrestleladders,thespacingmustbe8-18inchesforthebaseand6-12inchesontheextensionsection.

• Rungsmustbesoshapedthatanemployee'sfootcannotslideoff,andmustbeskid-resistant.

• Laddersaretobekeptfreeofoil,grease,wetpaint,andotherslippinghazards.

• Foldoutor stepladdersmusthaveametal spreaderor lockingdevice tohold the front andbacksectionsinanopenpositionwheninuse.

5.1.2 LadderInspections

• Laddersmustbeperiodicallyinspectedandinspectedbeforeeachuse.Amonthlyinspectionisalsorequiredtobedocumented.

• Laddersshouldbeinspectedforthefollowingcriteriabeforeuse:

v Ladderswithlooseormissingpartsmustberejected.

v Ladderswithcrackedsiderailsandbentrungsmustberejected

v Ricketyladdersthatswayorleantothesidemustberejected.

v Theladderyouselectmustbetherightsizeforthejob

v TheDutyRatingoftheladdermustbegreaterthatthetotalweightoftheclimber,tools,

v supplies,andotherobjectsplacedupontheladder.

v Thelengthoftheladdermustbesufficientsothattheclimberdoesnothavetostandonthetoprungorstep.


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v Laddersthatdonotpass inspectionmustbetaggedoutwithaDONOTUSEtag, reportedtomanagementandremovedfromservice.

5.1.3 LadderUse

Thissectionaddressedhowtouseladderssafelythefollowingsafepracticesarelistedbelow:

• DonotattempttoclimbaladderIfyoufeeltiredordizzyorarepronetolosingyourbalance.

• Donotuseladdersinhighwindsorstorms.

• Wearcleanslip-resistantshoes.Shoeswith leathersolesarenotappropriatefor ladderusesincetheyarenotconsideredsufficientlyslip-resistant.

• Whentheladderisset-upforuse,itmustbeplacedonthefirmlevelgroundandwithoutanytypeofslipperyconditionpresentateitherthebaseortopsupportpoints.

• Whenplacingextensionladdersagainstthetopsupport,rememberthefour-to-one(4:1)rule:

v Foreveryfourfeetofheight,youhavetoclimb,movethebaseonefootawayfromthewall.

• Onlyonepersonat a time is permittedona ladderunless the ladder is specifically designed formorethanoneclimber(suchasaTrestleLadder).

• Laddersmustnotbeplaced in frontof closeddoors that canopen toward the ladder. Thedoormustbeblockedopen,locked,orguarded.

• Donotexceedtheladdersloadlimits.

• Readthesafetyinformationlabelsontheladder.

• Laddersshallonlybeusedfortheirintendedpurpose,andnotfor:

v Ladderswillnotbeusedforscaffoldingsupports

v Ladderswillnotbeusedasviceorprojectsupports

v Ladderswillnotbeusedtosupportstructures

• Laddersmustextendatleast3’abovetheupperlanding.• Upper supports of ladders used to access elevatedwork areasmust extend aminimumof 3 feet

abovetheelevatedsurface.

• Theproperangleforsettingupaladderistoplaceitsbaseaquarteroftheworkinglengthoftheladderfromthewalloranotherverticalsurface.

• Theonproduct safety information is specific to theparticular typeof ladderonwhich itappears.Theclimber isnotconsideredqualifiedoradequately trained touse the ladderuntil familiarwiththisinformation.

• Neverjumporslidedownfromaladderorclimbmorethanonerung/stepatatime.

• When climbing a ladder, utilize Three Points-of-Contact to eliminate the chance of slipping andfallingfromtheladderbyfollowingtheinformationbelow:

v Face the ladder and have two hands and 2-foot, or 2-feet and one hand in contactwith theladdercleatsand/orsiderails


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v Climbermust not carry any objects in either hand that can interferewith a firm grip on theladder

a. Reducetheriskoffallsby:

• Wearing slip-resistant work shoes with arch support and heavy soles to prevent footfatigue,

• Cleaningthesolestomaximizetraction;

• Usingtowlines,atoolbeltoranassistanttoconveymaterialssothattheclimber’shandsarefreewhenclimbing,

• Climbingslowlyanddeliberatelywhileavoidingsuddenmovements,

• Keepingthecenterofyourbeltbuckle(stomach)betweentheladdersiderails(orwithinthewidthofthecleats)whenclimbingandwhileworking.Donotoverreachorleanwhileworkingsothatyoudonotfallofftheladdersideways.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Monthly inspections will be recorded on the Vehicle Equipment Inspection Form and kept on file in theoperationmanager’sofficeand inthevehicleorshopareawherethe ladder is inuse.Employeesshallbetrainedonthefollowingtopicspriortoportableladdersetuporuse:

• Laddertypes,compositions,andparts;

• Ladderselectionandinspection;and

• Ladderstorage,setup,anduse.

6.1.1 EquipmentInspections

a. Annual/PeriodicInspections

Keepinspectionreportsforpastthreeyears.MaybeincludedaspartoftheAnnualShopInspectionprocess.

6.1.2 HSE/TrainingRequirements

HSE/Trainingretainsindefinitelythefollowing:

• Recordsofannualshopinspectionsthatincludeladders

• RecordsoftrainingprovidedbyHSEandotherentities

• HistoricaldocumentsandrevisionsoftheLadderSafetyProgram

Retainrecordsfortenyearsafterthepersonhasretiredorleftthecompany’semployment.

Employees shall be retrained after an incident or as necessary to maintain their understanding andknowledge regarding the safeuseof ladders. Training records shall be retainedbyEnvironmentalHealthandSafety.Recordsshallcontaintheemployeename,dateoftraining,andthesubjectofthetraining.


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7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferenceshttp://scalesnw.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/Ladder-Safety.pdf,https://protect.iu.edu/environmental-health/occupational-safety/equipment/portable-ladders.html,29CFR1910.25,29CFR1910.26,ANSIA14.1,14.2,14.5–2007,29CFR1926.1053,




9.0 APPENDICES

None.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION


ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC. NOISEEXPOSURENOISEAWARENESS


DateApproved:05September2017 Health,andSafetyEnvironmental

CSO:CejaySturgeon



1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this program is to provide a process to minimize employeehearing loss caused byexcessiveoccupationalexposuretonoise. Allemployees,whoworkinpotentiallynoisyareas,areprovidedhearingprotection,training,andannualhearingtests.

1.1 Scope

Thisprogramapplies toall ShallowRiverConstructionServices LLC.employeeswhowork innoisehazardareasorwhohavethepotentialtodevelopnoise-inducedhearinglossasaresultoftheiroccupation.It istheintentofShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.that,wheneverpracticalorfeasible,effortstoreduceoreliminateexcessivenoiseexposureintheworkplaceusingengineeringcontrolsorproperworkpracticeswillprecedearequirementformandatoryuseofhearingprotection

2.0 DEFINITIONS

Term Description

AudiometricTesting Detection by the person being tested of a series of pure tones. For eachtone,thepersonindicatesthelowestlevelofintensitythattheyareabletoperceive.

Decibels Thesoundenergymeasuredbyasoundlevelmeterusingthe“A”scale.The“A”scaleiselectronicallyweightedtosimulatetheresponseofthehumaneartohighandlow-frequencynoise.

SlowResponse Thesettingonthesoundlevelmeterthataveragesoutimpulsesofbriefdurationthatwouldcausewidefluctuationinthesoundlevelmeterreading.

Standard ThresholdShift

Achangeinhearingthresholdrelativetothebaselineaudiogramofanaverageof10dB(correctedforage)at2000,3000and4000Hzineitherear.

A-WeightedDecibel The A-weighted decibel or dBA is a type of decibel measurement which closelyrepresentsthemannerinwhichahumanearrespondstonoise.

ExchangeRate The increase (decrease) in sound level for which permissible exposure time ishalved (doubled). The two common exchange rates are 3 dB and 5 dB. TheUniversity’s Noise Control and Hearing Conservation Program uses the 3-dBexchangeratesinceitismoreconservativeandprovidesbetterprotectionagainstnoise-inducedhearingloss.SeeTable1.

Noise Ingeneral,noiseisconsideredtobeanyunwantedsound.TheUniversity'sNoiseControl and Hearing Conservation Program targets noise levels and noiseexposures that are associated with noise-induced hearing loss (refer to thedefinitionsfor"noise-exposed"and"noisehazardarea"forclarification).

NoiseDosimetry Thisnoiseassessmenttechniquemeasuresanemployee'spersonalnoiseexposureandisparticularlyusefulandapplicablewhenemployeesworkinnumerousnoisyareas for shortdurationsat a timeorperformdifferentnoisyoperationsonanygivenday.

Noise-Exposed For the purpose of this program, a person is considered noise-exposed if the 8-

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hour time-weighted average (TWA) exceeds 85dBAor an "equivalent" exposure(usinga3-dBexchangerate),aslistedinTable1.

NoiseHazardArea Anareaisconsideredanoisehazardifthesoundlevelsregularlyexceed85dBA.

NoiseSurvey Anoiseassessmenttechniquethatprovidesvaluableinformationregardingsoundlevelsinanarea.ThemostcommontypeisageneralnoisesurveywhichmeasuressoundlevelsinA-weighteddecibels(dBA).Anotherimportanttypeofnoisesurveyisoctavebandfrequencyanalysis.Thistypeofanalysisassistsintheselectionofpotentialnoisecontrolmeasures.


2.1.1 Management

• Ensurerequirementsofthisprogramareestablishedandmaintained.

• Ensureemployeesaretrainedandcomplywiththerequirementsofthisprogram.

• Identifyingnoisehazardareasandemployeeswhomaybenoise-exposed.

• Maintaininganup-to-datelistofnoisehazardareas/operationsandnoise-exposedemployeesandprovidingthisinformationtothesiteEnvironmentalHealthandSafety(EHS)Department.

• Ensuringthatemployeesreceivegeneralnoiseawarenesstraining.

• Taking appropriate steps to minimize the risk of noise-induced hearing loss, includingelimination/substitution,engineeringandadministrativecontrolsandwherethesecontrolsarenotpracticable,theuseofhearingprotectivedevices(e.g.Earplugsand/orearmuffs).

• Where hearing protective devices are used, the devices should be selected based on the soundlevelsworkersmaybeexposed to, theattenuation levelprovidedby thehearingprotectorsandthemanufacturer’sinformationontheuseandlimitationofthedevices.

• Ensuringthatnoise-exposedemployeesareadvisedofandofferedparticipationintheAudiometricTestingProgram,whichisconductedbytheEnvironmentalHealthandSafety(EHS)Department.

• Arranging audiometric testing appointments for staffwithin the first twoweeks of employmentandasrequiredthereafter.

• InformingtheEHSDepartmentofanynewortemporaryemployees.

2.1.2 Supervisors

• Supervisorsareresponsibleforensuringthatallnoise-exposedemployeesundertheirjurisdictionare trained,areawareof thenoisehazards,andareprovidedwith themeans toprotecthis/herhearing.

• Ifhearingprotectiondevicesarenecessary,selectionmustbebasedontheinformationregardingthesoundlevelsemployeesareexposedto,theattenuationlevelofferedbytheprotectorsandthemanufacturer’sinformationontheuseandlimitationsofthedevices.

• TheSupervisormustensuretheuseofitandbepreparedtotakeappropriatedisciplinaryactionintheeventanemployeedoesnotcomplywiththisrequirement.


2.1.3 Employees

• Employeesexposedtohazardousnoise levelsareresponsibleforreportingnoiseconcernstotheSupervisor.

• Usingandcaringforhearingprotectivedeviceswherethesedevicesarerequired.

• Attendingnoisetrainingorworkshopsasrequired,and

• RespondingtorequestsforparticipationintheAudiometricScreeningProgram.

2.1.4 SiteEnvironmentalHealthandSafety(E&HS)Department

• Environmental Health and Safety Department is responsible for defining the Noise Control andHearingConservationProgram,

• ConductingnoisesurveysandpersonalDosimetryAssessments,

• Providingtechnicalservicesandadviceregardingcontrolmeasuresandhearingprotection,

• Providingappropriategeneralnoisetrainingandeducation,

• ConductingAudiometricScreeningandmaintainingconfidentialmedicalrecords,and

• Providing confidential (individual) counseling and, where necessary, referral to an appropriatehealthcarepractitioner

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 EngineeringControls

Inanoisehazardarea,an investigationof the feasibilityofapplyingengineeringcontrols to reducenoiselevels must be conducted and, where feasible or practical; noise levels are to be reduced throughengineeringcontrols.Dependingonthecircumstances,EngineeringControlsmayincludebarriers,vibrationdamping,sourceisolationandsoundabsorbingenclosures.

Whennewequipmentistobepurchased,considerationmustbegiventothenoiselevelsgeneratedandthepotentialexposureofemployeesworkingwithorneartheequipment.Beforeequipmentispurchased,thenoisespecificationsshouldbecheckedandconsiderationgiventothelong-termimplicationsofequipmentwhichproducesnoiselevelsinexcessof85dBAintheworkplace.

3.2 AdministrativeControls

• Ininstanceswhereengineeringcontrolsarenotpracticalorfeasible,administrativecontrolssuchaschanges in work procedures, rescheduling of the noisy activity or decreasing the duration ofexposuremustbeconsidered.

• Clearly, visible warning signs must be posted at the approaches to an area where sound levelsregularlyexceed85dBA.

• Thesewarningsignsmustclearlyindicatethattheuseofhearingprotectionismandatoryforentry.In situations where a piece of equipment ormachinery presents a noise hazard, a signmust beaffixed to the machine, in a clearly visible location, indicating that the operator must wearappropriatehearingprotection.

• Regular equipment maintenance is an important noise control measure since well-maintained


equipment,inadditiontobeingmorereliable,alsotendstobequieter.

3.2.1 Signage

Clearly,wordedsignsshallbepostedatentrancesto,orontheperipheryof,areaswhereemployeesmaybeexposed to noise levels in excess of 85 decibels. These signs shall describe the hazards involved and therequiredprotectiveactions.

4.0 TRAINING

• Noiseawarenesstrainingforemployeesshallbeprovidedbeforeinitialassignmentandonanannualbasis.

• Atrainingprogramshallbeprovidedforallemployeeswhoareexposedtoanoiseactionlevelorworkinhighnoiseareas.

• Thetrainingshallberepeatedannuallyforeachemployee.

• Thetrainingshalladdresstheeffectofnoiseonhearing:

Ø Thepurposeofhearingprotectors, including theadvantages,disadvantages, andalternativesofvarioustypes,

Ø Including instructionson selection, fitting, use and care and thepurposeof audiometric testingandanexplanationoftestprocedures.

• Trainingshallbeupdatedtobeconsistentwithchanges in theworkprocess,PPErequirementsandthepropertechniquesofwearinghearingprotection.

• All staff shall have a copyof this program, and it shall bepostedat theworksite anda copymadeavailabletoallemployees,theirrepresentatives,andregulatoryagencies.

• Thetrainingmustbedocumented.

• Specifictrainingontheuse,care,inspection,maintenanceandifapplicable,disinfection,ofthetypesofhearingprotectorsusedintheirdepartments.

5.0 PROCEDURE

Occupationalhearinglossisacumulativeresultofrepeatedorcontinuedabsorptionofsoundenergybytheear;employeeprotectionisbasedonthereductionofthenoiselevelattheearorlimitingtheemployee’sexposure time. Shallow River Construction Services LLC. shall offer hearing protection to all employeesexposedtopotentialhighnoiselevelsinworkingareasandthoseemployeesrequestinghearingprotection.

Allemployees,whowork inareaswheretheexposuretonoise levelsare85decibelsorgreaterforthe8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) of 85 decibels, must wear hearing protection. Also, Shallow RiverConstructionServices LLC. shall implementamonitoringprogram to identifyemployees tobe included inthehearingconservationprogram.Employeeswillwearhearingprotectioninsignedareaswereapplicablewhileonanownerclientfacility.

a. SoundLevelSurveys

Allownedfacilitiesthataresuspectedofhavingnoiselevelsexceeding85decibelsmustbescreened.

b. ExposureSurveys

• Arepresentativesamplingofemployeesshallbeconductedtodeterminetheexposuretonoise


overaperiodoftime.

• Noise dosimeters must be capable of integrating all continuous, intermittent and impulsivesoundlevelsfrom80dBto130dBandmustbecalibrated,soadoseof50%correspondstoatimeweightedaverageof85dB.

5.1 NoiseExposure

• Thesitemanagershallmakeprovisions forthetestingofsound levels throughoutthecourseof theproject.AsoundmeterthatregistersdBAslowresponse(A-scale)shallbeavailabletomonitornoiselevels of heavy equipment and air compressors, and work processes such as chipping withjackhammers,newlyinstalledoperatingequipment,andotherhigh-noiseproducingprocesses.

• Thesitemanagershallensurethat,ifpersonnelaresubjectedtosoundlevelsonsiteexceedingthoselisted in the table below, Permissible Noise Exposure, exposure shall be controlled using feasibleadministrativeorengineeringcontrols.Ifsuchcontrolmeasuresfailtoreducesoundlevelswithinthelevelsofthetable,appropriatepersonalprotectiveequipment(hearingprotection)shallbeprovidedandusedtoreducesoundlevelstowithintherangeslistedinthetable.

PermissibleNoiseExposure

Durationperday

(hours) SoundLeveldBA

slowresponse8 906 924 953 972 1001½ 1021 1051/2 110

¼orless 115

5.2 PermissibleNoiseExposure

• Wherenoiselevelscontinuetoexceedthoseinthetableaboveforan8-hourday,aneffectivehearingconservationprogramshallbeadministeredforexposedpersonnel.

• Contractorsshallalsoberesponsibleforimplementationofaprogramfortheiraffectedemployees.

• Whenhearingprotectionisrequiredunderthisstandard,thehearingprotectorsshallbeselectedforeffectiveness by a competent person. If the hearing protectors are those inserted in the ear, acompetentpersonshallcheckforfit.

• Signsshallbepostedinthoseareaswherepersonnelexposuremayexceedthosenoiselevelslistedinthetableabovetowarnofthenoisehazardandinformofrequiredhearingprotection.


5.3 NoiseHazardAssessment

5.3.1 NoiseSurveys/NoiseDosimetry

Surveyswillbeconductedbyaqualifiedemployeeorthirdparty.To evaluate noise exposure regarding possible hearing damage, it is necessary to know the overallsoundlevel(“A”scalemeasurement),theexposuretimeoftheindividualinhoursperdayandthelengthof time the individual has worked in the area being surveyed. This data shall be accompanied by thefollowing:

• Nameofareaandlocation

• Dateandtimeofsurvey

• Nameofpersonconductingsurvey

• Descriptionofinstrumentused,modelandserialnumber

• Environmentalconditions

• Descriptionofpeopleexposed

Shallow River Construction Services LLC. or third party who administered the survey, shall notify eachemployeeoftheirmonitoringresults,oriftheirjobisexposedtonoise85decibelsorgreater.

• Aplotofnoiselevelsmustbemadeforownedfacilities.

• Theplotmustbefiledorpostedatthefacility.

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.shallevaluatehearingprotectorreductionforthespecificnoiseenvironments. TheadequacyofhearingPPEshallbereevaluatedwhenevernoiseexposures increasetothepointthatthePPEprovidedmayno longerprovideadequateprotection.ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.shallthenprovidemoreeffectivePPEwherenecessary.

5.4 NoiseControlMeasures

DepartmentManagersandSupervisorsisresponsibleforensuringthatappropriatenoisecontrolmeasuresareinvestigatedand,iffeasible,implemented.

5.5 HearingProtectionDevices

Engineeringand/oradministrativecontrolsarethepreferredmethodsforreducingnoiseexposure.Ifthisisnot feasibleorpractical,hearingprotectiondevicesmustbeusedwheresound levels regularlyexceed85dBAorwhereanindividual'spersonalexposuremayexceedthelimitssetinTable1.

The proper hearing protection will be provided by the employer, and employees will be given anopportunitytoselecttheirhearingprotectionfromtheemployer'sselection.

Departmentmanagersandsupervisorsareresponsibleforselectingappropriatehearingprotectiondevices.Hearing protection devices should be selected based on the information regarding the sound levelsemployees are exposed to, the attenuation level offered by the protectors and the manufacturer’sinformationontheuseandlimitationsofthedevices.Forregularnoiseexposuresbetween80-85dBA,hearingprotectionisoptionalbutshouldbeprovidedonrequest. For additional information regarding the selection of hearing protection devices, contact thefacility'sEnvironmentalHealthandSafetyDepartment.


NoiseSurveysmustbe repeatedwhenever changes in theworkplacemayexposeadditionalpersonnel tohigh noise or hearing protection being used by employees may not be adequate to reduce the noiseexposuretoalevelbelow85decibels.

Note:Allsoundmeasuringequipmentmustbecalibratedbeforeandaftereachsurvey.

5.6 AudiometricTesting

• Each employeewho is exposed to noise 85 decibels (8 hr. TWA) or greatermust take an audiogramannually.

• An employee must receive a baseline audiogram within six months of their first exposure to 85decibelsorgreaterforaneight-hourperiod.

• Anemployeeshall receiveanannualaudiogrameveryyear theywork inapositionthat isexposedtonoise85decibelsorgreater.

• Aqualifiedthirdpartyshallperformallaudiometrictesting,evaluation,reportingandretesting.

• Audiometrictestingshallbeprecededbyaperiodofatleast14hoursduringwhichthereisnoexposuretoworkplacesoundlevelsinexcessof80decibels.

• Thisrequirementmaybemetbytheuseofhearingprotectorsthatreducetheemployeenoiseexposurelevelbelow80decibels.

• Anotoscopicexamisrequiredbeforeanaudiogramisinitiated.Aqualifiedpersonshallexaminetheearcanalforanyearinfectionsorcanalirregularitiesthatmightaffecttheaudiogramorruleouttheuseofearplugs.

• Annualaudiogramsshallbeevaluatedasfollows:

Ø Eachaudiogram shall be compared to theemployees’ baselineaudiogram toensure the testwasvalidandtodetermineifastandardthresholdshifthasoccurred.

Ø Ifastandardthresholdshiftisdetermined,theemployeewillberetestedwithin30days.

Ø Theretestresultswillbeconsideredastheannualaudiogram.

Ø Employees shall be informed of their Audiometric Test results in writing within 21 days ofdetermination.

• If the employee has sustained a standard threshold shift, after retesting, that employee shall beretainedandrefittedforappropriatehearingprotection.

• Theemployeeshallbereferredforanadditionalmedicalevaluationifindicated.

• Employee audiograms are considered medical/exposure records. These records must be kept forthelengthofemploymentplus30years.

5.6.1 Follow-up

Where applicable, after group audiometric results (stripped of individual identifiers) for an area areavailable, representatives from the Office of Environmental Health and Safety shall meet with theappropriate Line Management and/or Joint Health and Safety Committee to discuss the results andidentifyanyemergingnoiseproblemsortrends.Potentialcorrectiveactionandprogramresponsibilitieswillalsobereviewed.


5.6.2 Reporting

TheEnvironmentalHealthandSafetyDepartmentwill forwarda copyofnoise surveysand/orpersonaldosimetryreportsto:

1. TheDepartmentSupervisororManager,

2. TheappropriateJointHealthandSafetyCommittee,and

3. TheEmployee(personaldosimetryresults).

OccupationalHealthServiceswillprovideasummaryofgroupaudiometricresults(strippedofindividualidentifiers)totheappropriateJointHealthandSafetyCommitteeandDepartmentManagerifrequested.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

• Recordsofsoundmeasuringequipmentcalibrationandnoiselevelsurveysshallbekeptfor20years.

• Recordsofcurrentnoiselevelsandnoisecontrol/hearingconservationmeasureswillbekeptbytheDepartmentaswellastheOfficeofEnvironmentalHealthandSafety.

• Department management is responsible for maintaining a list of hazardous noise areas, noise-exposed employees and training records (general noise awareness training and any department-specifictrainingincludinghearingprotectivedevices).

• HealthandWell-BeingProgramsandServiceswillmaintain recordsofall audiometric tests. Theseshallbemaintainedinamannerconsistentwiththeprincipleofmedicalconfidentiality.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesOSHA'shearingconservationstandardiscoveredin29CFR1910.95,http://www.cardinalsurveys.com/safetyman/Noise%201010b.pdf.,https://ehs.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Noise-Program-Rev.-March-2016.pdf.,https://www.osha.gov/dts/osta/otm/new_noise/appendices_all.pdf,




9.0 APPENDICES

Appendix:Table(1)EquivalentNoiseExposures


TABLE1: EQUIVALENTNOISEEXPOSURES

PermissibleDuration

(HoursperDay)(SoundLevel)

(dBA,SlowResponse)

16 85

8 90

4 95

2 100

11/2 102

1 105

1/2 110

¼orLess 115

**Adding Noise Exposure Durations to Determine Compliance with OSHA Standards Under OSHAstandards,workersarenotpermittedtobeexposedtoan8-hourTWAequaltoorgreaterthan90dBA.OSHAusesa5-dBAexchangerate,meaningthenoiseleveldoubleswitheachadditional5dBA.Thischartshowshowlongworkersarepermittedtobeexposedtospecificnoiselevels.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDENCES

AUTHORIZATION



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1.0 PURPOSE

ThepurposeofthePersonalProtectiveEquipmentsectionistosetforththeproceduresfortheuse,care,

and

maintenance of personal protective equipment required to be used by employees for the prevention of

injuries.

1.1 Scope

AppliestoallShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employees.Whenworkisperformedonanon-owned

or operated site, the operator’s program shall take precedence, however, this document covers Shallow

RiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesandcontractorsandshallbeusedonownedpremises,orwhen

anoperator’sprogramdoesn’texistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS


Term Description/ExplanationEye/FaceProtection Equipmentdesignedtoprovideprotectiontothefaceandeyesduringexposure

tosuchhazardsasflyingparticles,moltenmetalorsparks,liquidchemicals,acids

orcausticliquids,orpotentiallyinjuriouslightradiation(i.e.,lasers,welding,etc.)

FootProtection Equipmentdesignedtoprovideprotectiontothefeetandtoesduringexposure

tosituationswiththepotential forfoot injuriessuchasfallingorrollingobjects,

chemicalorliquidexposures,piercingobjectsthroughthesoleoruppers,and/or

wheretheemployee'sfeetareexposedtoelectricalhazards.

HandProtection Equipment designed to provide protection to the hands during exposures to

potentialhazardssuchassharpobjects,abrasivesurfaces,temperatureextremes

and chemical contact. Hand protection is selected based upon the hazard and

performancecharacteristicsofthegloves.

HazardAssessment The process utilized to identify hazards in the workplace and to select the

appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to guard people against potential

hazards(seeGuidelinesforSelectionofPersonalProtectiveEquipment).

HeadProtection Equipment designed to provide protection to the head during exposure to

potentialhazardssuchas fallingobjects,strikingagainst lowhangingobjects,or

electricalhazards.

HearingProtection Equipment designed to provide protection to an individual's hearing during

exposuretohighnoiselevels.

Respiratory

Protection

Equipment designed to provide protection to the wearer from potential

inhalationhazardssuchasvapors,mists,particulates,andgases.


PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENTPPE



Health,andSafetyEnvironmental

CSO:CejaySturgeon


2.1 HSEManager

• AssistsintheselectionofappropriatePPE.Ifataskexposesanemployeetohazardswhichcannot

be eliminated through engineering or administrative controls, the HSE Manager assists the

supervisorandprojectmanagertoidentifyandselectPPEsuitableforthespecifictaskperformed,

conditionspresent,andfrequencyanddurationofexposure.Employeesneedtogivefeedbackto

the supervisor about the fit, comfort, and suitability of the PPE being selected. Employees are

providedreasonsforselectionofPPE.

• Assists supervisor and site managers in assuring all PPE obtained meets regulatory and this

procedure’srequirements.

• PerformsWorksiteHazardAssessments-Thehazardassessmentmustindicateadeterminationif

hazards are present or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of PPE. Sources of

hazards include, but are not limited to: hazards from impact/motion, high/low temperatures,

chemicals,materials,radiation,fallingobjects,sharpobjects,rollingorpinchingobjects,electrical

hazards,andworkplacelayout.

• Certifies in writing the tasks evaluated, hazards found and PPE required to protect employees

against hazards and ensures exposed employees are made aware of hazards and required PPE

beforetheyareassignedtothehazardoustask.Allpersonalprotectiveequipmentshallbeofsafe

designandconstruction for thework tobeperformed.Certificate shall includecertifier’sname,

signature,datesandidentificationofassessmentdocuments.

2.2 ManagersandSupervisors

• SupervisorsandmanagersshallregularlymonitoremployeesforcorrectuseandcareofPPE,and

obtainfollow-uptrainingifrequiredtoensureeachemployeehasadequateskill,knowledge,and

abilitytousePPE.

• Supervisors andmanagers shall enforce PPE safety rules following the guidance of the Shallow

River Construction Services LLC. progressive disciplinary procedures and ensure Required PPE

Posterispostedproperly.

2.3 Employees

• ComplyingwiththecorrectuseandcareofPPE.

• Reportingchangesinexposuretohazardousconditionsthatmightrequireafollow-upassessment

ofthetaskforPPE.

• ReportingandreplacingdefectivePPE,whichshallnotbeused.

• WearingofrequiredPPEisaconditionofemployment.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 WorksiteHazardAssessment

Duringahazardassessment,thefollowingsamplehazardsourceswillbeidentified:

• Highorlowtemperatures;Chemicalexposures(useSDSforguidance)

• Flyingparticles,moltenmetalorothereye,face,orskinhazards


• Fallingobjectsorpotentialfordroppingobjectsemployeefallingfromaheightof6’ormore

• Sharpobjects

• Rollingorpinchingthatcouldcrushthehandsorfeet

• Electricalhazards

Wherethesehazardscouldcauseinjurytoemployees,personalprotectiveequipmentmustbeselectedto

substantiallyeliminatetheinjurypotential.Employeeswillbenotifiedfortheselectionandreason.

The results of this assessment shall be communicated to each affected employee and kept at the local

office.

Selected/identified PPE shall be fitted to each affected employee. Exemptions for use of PPE must be

supportedbythePPEhazardassessment.

4.0 TRAINING

EachemployeewhorequiresPPEshallbeproperlytrained.Trainingshallinclude:

• WhenPPEisnecessary.

• WhatPPEisnecessary.

• Howtoproperlydon,doff,adjustandwearPPE.

• ThelimitationsofPPE.

• HowtomaintainPPEinasanitaryandreliablecondition.

4.1 Retraining

Retrainingisrequiredwhen:

• Theworkplacechanges,makingtheprevioustrainingobsolete.

• ThetypeofPPEchanges.

• Whentheemployeedemonstrateslackofuse,improperuse,orinsufficientskillorunderstandingin

PPEselection,necessityuse,andlimitations.

5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 General

Employee owned equipment is NOT permitted, except for safety toe footwear and prescription safety

glasses.TheShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC. is still responsible for theassuranceof itsadequacy,

maintenanceandsanitationofthosetwoitems.

AllPPEissuedbyShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.shallbeatnocosttotheemployeeandPPEshall

beusedandmaintainedinasanitaryandreliablecondition.

AllemployeeswillknowandfollowtheproceduresoutlinedinthisProgram.

5.2 EyeandFaceProtection

• Employeesshallbeprovidedwitheyeand faceprotectionequipmentwhenmachinesoroperations

presentpotentialeyeorfaceinjuryfromphysical,chemical,orradiationagents.


• Employeesmustuseappropriateeyeor faceprotectionwhenexposed toeyeor facehazards from

flyingparticles,moltenmetal,liquidchemicals,acidsorcausticliquidsorchemicalgasesorvapors.

• Eye and face protectors shall provide adequate protection against the particular hazards forwhich

theyaredesigned.

• EyeandFacePPEmustcomplywithANSIStandardZ87.1---2003(Z87+),OccupationalandEducationalPersonalEyeandFaceProtectiveDevices.

5.2.1 SafetyGlasses

Safety glasses,with side shields, thatmeet ANSI Z87.1-2003 standardswith “high Impact lenses” are

requiredtobewornbyallemployees,subcontractors,andvisitorswhileonShallowRiverConstruction

ServicesLLC.propertyatalltimes,asdescribedbelow:

• Atfieldlocations,inshopsandwarehouses,exceptinapproved,designated,stripedsafetyzones.

• Inallyardworkzonesorbyeveryonewheninvicinityofloadingorunloadingequipment,

performingmechanicormaintenancework,teststandoperations,operatingequipmentsuchas

forklifts,welding,oranytypeofworkwhichhasthepotentialtoinflictaneyeinjury.

• Inanyoffice,restroom,oranyotherbuildingwhileperforminganytypeofworkwhereapotential

eyeinjurymaybepresent.

• Visitorswillbeprovidedwithvisitorglasses.Intheabsenceofapprovedprescriptionsafety

glasses,“Overtheglass”typesafetyglassesorgoggles,mustbewornoverthenon-safetyglasses

untilapprovedprescriptionsafetyglassesareobtained.

• Workersassistingweldersmustwearabsorbentsafetyglassesthatprotectthewearerfromultra-

violet(UV)and/orinfraredrays(IR).

• Darkshadedlens(sunglasses)darkerthana#1shadeisprohibitedtobewornindoorsunless

weldingorassistingawelder.

• Adoctormustsupport“exceptionsformedicalreasons”inwritingtoexemptsafetyeyewear

requirements.

• Safetyglassesarenotrequired:

o Insideoffices.

o Parking lotswhentraveling fromvehiclestoandfromofficebuildingsbywayofmaindoors

thatdonotpassthroughshops.

a. Goggles• Chemicalsplashproofgogglesshallbewornwhenhandlingormixingliquidchemicals,

solvents,paints,etc., and/oras recommendedon theMaterial SafetyDataSheetof

thematerialbeinghandled.

• Dust proof goggles shall bewornwhen blowing equipment downwith air orwhile

performing other jobs where safety glasses are not adequate to prevent airborne

particlesfromenteringtheopeningsaroundthelensesandsideshields.

b. FaceShields


• Full face shields shall be worn over safety glasses when operating hand held or

stationerygrinderswithabrasiveorwirewheels,whilechippingpaintorconcreteor,

performing jobswhere there is thepotential for flying objects striking the face and

safetyglassesorgoggleswouldnotprovideadequateprotection.

5.3 HeadProtection

Employeesmustwearprotectivehelmetswhenworkinginareaswherethereisapotentialforinjurytothe

headfromemployeeinitiatedimpactorimpactfromfallingorothermovingobjects.Helmetsmustcomply

withANSIStandardZ89.1---1997ClassE,AmericanNationalStandardforIndustrialHeadProtectionforTypeIIheadprotectionorbeequallyeffective.

• Employeesmustwear protective helmetswhenworking in areaswhere there is a potential for

injurytotheheadfromfallingobjects.

• Hardhatsaretobewornatall field,shopandwarehouse locations,orwheredeemednecessary

aspereachlocation’sPPEHazardAssessment.

• Hardhatswillnotbealteredinanyway.

• Donotpaintorapplyunauthorizedstickers,nameplates,etc.

• Donotdrill,cut,bend,orapplyheat.

• Donotalterthesuspensionsystem.

• Hardhatswill be inspected by the employee regularly for cracks, chips, scratches, signs of heat

exposure(suncracks),etc.

• Defectivehardhatswillbereplacedimmediately.

• Hardhatsshallnotbeplacedinrearwindowsofvehicleswheretheywillbeexposedtothesunor

becomeprojectilesduringanaccident.

• Asupplyofhardhatsmustbemadeavailabletovisitors.

• Thecompanyshallprovidehardhats.

• Employeeswillbetrainedintheuse,careandmaintenanceofheadprotectionequipment

5.4 HearingProtection

Hearing protection is required to beworn by all employees, subcontractors, and visitorswhile in posted

“HighNoise”areas.RefertotheShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.HearingConservationProgramfor

moreinformation.

Warning signswill be posted in areas known or suspected to have noise levels exceeding 85 dBA either

constantlyorintermittently.

When signs are not posted, employees shall wear hearing protection when noise caused by machinery,

tools,etc.,preventsnormalconversationstobeheardclearly.

5.4.1 RuleofThumb

Ifyouhavetoyelltobeheard,hearingprotectionisrequired:

a. Types


• MoldedInserts(earplugs)

• CanalCaps(headbandtype)

• Muff,eitherheadbandorhardhatmountedEarmuffsandearplugsshallbeprovidedtothe

employeeinsizesandconfigurationsthatwillbecomfortabletotheemployee.

b. CareandMaintenance

• Inspecthearingprotectionpriortoeachuse.

• Hearingprotectionmustbekeptcleantopreventearinfections.

• Mostearplugsusedtodayaredisposableandmustbediscardedwhentheybecomedirty,

greasy,orcracked.

• Earmuffs that have deteriorated foam inserts, cracked seals or are defective must be

replaced.

c. Fit

• Duetoindividualdifferences,noteveryonecanwearthesametypeofhearingprotection.A

varietyof stylesmayhave tobe triedbeforeone is found tobe comfortableandprovide

adequateprotection.

5.5 HandProtection

a. Gloves• Gloves are required to bewornwhen performingwork, whichmay expose the hands to

extremetemperatures,cutsandabrasions,orexposuretochemicals.

• Welding:Welding glovesmade of leather or other heat resistantmaterials shall beworn

whenperformingarcweldingoroxy/gascutting.

• Chemical: Impervious (chemical resistant) gloves shall be worn when handling chemicals

thatspecifyglovesaspersonalprotectionequipmentwhenhandling.

• Refertothespecificchemical’sMaterialSafetyDataSheetforthecorrectglovetype.

• Persons assigned to working with chemicals, i.e., solvent vats, shall be issued their own

individualglovesforhygienepurposes.

• Leather: Leather gloves should be worn when working with sharp materials or when

handlingriggingequipment.

• Cloth:Clothglovesshouldbewornwhenhandlingobjectsormaterials,whichcouldcause

blisters,splinters,cuts,etc.

• HeatResistant:Heat resistant gloves shall bewornwhenhandlinghotbearings, races, or

othermaterialsorobjectsthathavebeenheatedbeyondambienttemperatures.

b. Insulated

Insulatedglovesshallbeworntopreventfrostbiteinextremecoldclimates.

GloveInspections:

• Glovesshallbeinspectedbeforeeachuseforholes,tears,andwornareas.


• Chemical gloves shall be periodically air tested for pinholes by twisting the cuff tightly,

apply low air pressure to expand the glove, and then submersing inwater to check for

bubbles.

• Defective gloves shall be discarded immediately. Exception: machinists are exempted

fromwearinggloveswhileworkingwithrotatingmachinery.

5.6 FootProtection

Safetyfootwearshallbewornbyallemployeeswithregularlyassigneddutiesatfieldlocations,inshops

andwarehouses.

• Officeworkersandvisitorswhoentertheseareasonaninfrequentbasiswillnotberequiredtowear

footprotectionprovidedtheystayclearoftheworkbeingperformed.

• Ifrequiredtobeinthecloseproximityofthework,theworkwillbestoppedwhilevisitingtheareaor

safetyfootwearwillbeworn.

Shops,FieldLocations,WarehousesandPartsDepartments:Leatherorequivalentboots,either lace

uporpullup,shallbeworn.

• Thebootmustprovideankleprotectionandhavesolesdesignedtoprotectfrompunctureswith

definedheelsforclimbingladders.

• Metatarsalguardswillbewornwhendutiespresentahazardofequipmentormaterialcrushingthe

foot.

• AllsafetyfootwearmustmeetANSIZ41---1999standards.

• Clientlocationsmayrequiresafetyfootweartobewornbyeveryone;checkwiththelocalsupervisor

forclientrequirementsbeforevisitingfieldlocations.

5.7 FallProtection

Personalfallprotectionisrequiredwhenperformingcertainelevatedjobsinexcessofsixfeet.Consultthe

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.FallProtectionProgram.

5.8 ElectricalProtection

Consultthe[company’s]ElectricalSafetyProgram.

5.9 Monitoring

Supervisorsandsitemanagersmonitorworksitetasksforchangesin,ortheintroductionofnewhazards.If

new hazards are discovered, they advise the HSEManager who then conducts a hazard assessment for

appropriate PPE. The HSE Manager monitors the effectiveness of the PPE Procedure and makes

recommendationstomanagementtoimprovetheprocedure.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Trainingshallbedocumentedandrecordskeptatthelocaloffice.Thetrainingdocumentationshall

include:

• Nameofemployee(s)trained,

• Thedatesoftraining,and

• Thetrainingsubjects.


7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesOSHACFR(29)1910.133(b)(1)(ii),ANSIZ87.1-2003,OccupationalandEducationalPersonalEyeand

FaceProtectionDevices,ScalesNW,Inc.PPEPolicyApril2014,29CFR1910.95,OccupationalNoise

Exposure,ASTMF-2412-2005, "StandardTestMethods for FootProtection,"ASTMF-2413-2005,

"Standard Specification for Performance Requirements for Protective Footwear,

Matrix:http://www.gallawaysafety.com/Four-Actions-to-Adhere-to-PPE




9.0 APPENDENCES


Appendix1:PPEMatrix


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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1.0 PURPOSE

Thepurposeof this trainingprogramis toensureasafeand incident free liftingoperation intheonshoreandoffshoreenvironment. ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC. isdedicated to theprotectionofouremployeesfromoccupationalinjuriesandillnesses.Toreducethepotentialforseriousinjuryordeathwhilerigging&liftingmaterialswiththehelpofcranes.Thisprogramwasdevelopedtocommunicatethepropertechniquesof rigging. ShallowRiverConstructionServices LLC. is responsible forprovidinga safeworkingenvironment,andtheemployeeshaveandmustassumetheresponsibilityofworkingsafely.

1.1 Scope

AllShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesthatworkonshoreorintheOuterContinentalShelf(OCS)aretoreceivetraining in“rigging.”Whenwork isperformedonanon--ownedoroperatedsite, theoperator’s program shall take precedence, however, this document covers Shallow River ConstructionServices LLC. employees and contractors and shall be used on owned premises, or when an operator’sprogramdoesn’texistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS


Term Description/ExplanationCrane Machine for lifting and lowering a load and moving it horizontally, with the

hoistingmechanismanintegralpartofthemachine.Hoist Amachineryunitthatisusedforliftingandloweringafreelysuspendedload.

Jib Horizontalcantilevertrackonwhichthetrolleyandhoistingmechanismstravel.

Outer ContinentalShelf

All submerged lands lying seaward and outside of the area of lands beneathnavigablewatersbeginningthree(3)milesfromthecoastlineextendingoutwardsandofwhichthesubsoilandseabedappertaintotheUnitedStatesandaresubjecttoitsjurisdictionandcontrol.

OverheadBridge Acranewithasingleormultiplegirdermovablebridgecarryingamovableorfixedhoistingmechanismandtravelingonanoverheadfixedrunwaystructure.

Rigging

Theterm"rigging"referstobothofthefollowing:• Thehardwareandequipmentusedtosafelyattachaloadtoaliftingdevice.• Theprocessofsafelyattachingaloadtoahookbymeansofadequatelyrated

andproperlyappliedslingsandrelatedhardware.

2.1 PolicyStatement

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.iscommittedtoprovidingasafeandhealthyworkenvironmentforallemployees.Inpursuitofthisgoal,thispolicyprovidestheminimumrequirementstoensuretheRigging&


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MaterialHandlingprogramissuccessfullyandconsistentlyimplemented.ThoseregulationsapplicabletotheCompanyare includedinthiswrittenplan;however, it isrecommendedto reviewallapplicableOSHAandANSI regulations and standards when determining the appropriate rigging andmaterial handling for anygivenjobortask.

ThispurposeoftheRigging&MaterialHandlingProgramistocomplementtheCompany’strainingprogrambysettingproperguidelinesthatallemployeesmustfollowwhenriggingandhandlingmaterialinordertoprevent accidents from occurring in the worksite. The program will address several topics including theresponsibilitiesofallemployees,hazardassessments,employeetraining,andproperselectionoftoolswhenriggingandhandlingmaterial.Eachemployeewillreceivetheappropriatetrainingintheseproceduresandstrictlyadheretothemexceptwhendoingsowouldexposetheemployeetoagreaterhazard.


2.2.1 HSEDepartment

• Conductingworkplace hazardassessments to determine the severityof hazardsassociatedwithriggingandmaterialhandling.

• Selectingandpurchasingtoolsusedinriggingoperations.

• Review,updateandconductJobHazardRiskAssessments(JHRA)whenthefollowingoccurs:

v Neworchangeinjobprocedure.

v Newequipmentisused.

v Followinganaccidentorspill.

v Whenmanagementdetermines,itisnecessary.

v Annually.

• Maintainingrecordsonriggingandmaterialhandlingtraining.

• Providetrainingandsupporttosupervisorsandemployeesonthepropertechniquesassociatedwithriggingandmaterialhandling.

• Review, evaluate, and update the overall effectiveness of the Company’s rigging and materialhandlingpolicyandprogram.

2.2.2 OperationsManagement

• Ensurethataplanningmeetingwillbeheldwiththeoperatorandtheotherworkerswhowillbeintheareaoftheequipmentorloadtoreviewthelocationofthepowerline(s),andthestepsthatwillbeimplementedtopreventencroachment/electrocution.

• Provide necessary tools and equipment to conduct rigging material and handling operationssafely.

• Ensureemployeesaretrainedontheproperuseofriggingandmaterialhandlingequipment.

• Ensure rigging, andmaterial handling training certification andevaluation forms are signed andgiventotheHSEDirector.

• Ensureemployeesproperlyuseandmaintainriggingequipment.


• NotifyandworkwiththeHSEDirectorwhennewjobsorhazardsrequireachangeintheriggingandmaterialpolicyorprocedures.

• Address violations of the Company’s rigging and material handling policy and program withemployees.

• Ensuredamagedriggingandmaterialhandlingequipmentisimmediately“takenoutofservice.”

• anddisposed.

2.2.3 Employees

• Properlyutilizeriggingandmaterialequipmentandprocedures.

• Attendingrequiredriggingandmaterialequipmenttraining.

• Properlyinspectandmaintainriggingandmaterialhandlingequipment.

• FollowallCompanyriggingandmaterialhandlingpolicies.

• Informingsupervisorsofdefectiveriggingandmaterialhandlingequipment.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 CraneSafety

• Cranesmustnotbeassembledorusedunlessgroundconditionsare firm,drained,andgraded toasufficient extent so that, in conjunction (whennecessary)with theuseof supportingmaterials, theequipmentmanufacturer’sspecificationsforadequatesupportanddegreeofleveloftheequipmentaremet.

• Thecranemanufacturer’sproceduresandprohibitionsmustbecompiledwithwhenassemblinganddisassemblingequipment.

• Theassembly/disassemblyofequipmentmustbedirectedbyacompetentandqualifiedperson.

• Theworkzoneshallbeidentifiedbydemarcatingboundariessuchasflagsandrangelimitingdevices,ordefiningtheworkzoneas360degreesaroundtheequipmentuptothemaximumworkingradius.

• Thehazardassessmentmustdetermineifanypartoftheequipmentcouldgetcloserthan20feettoapowerline.

4.0 TRAINING

A “Qualified Offshore Rigger” shall successfully complete an approved “Rigger” course. Tosuccessfully complete an approved “API2D Rigger” course, the company employeemust verify thattheyhavegainedknowledgethrough:

• Participatinginclassroomlectures,

• Participatingwithhands-ontraining,and

• Successfullypassingawrittenexam.

Once the employee successfully completes the course, a “Rigger” card will be issued to thatindividual. During the classroom lectures, hands-on training, and written exam the Shallow RiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeeshalldisplaytheircompetencyinthefollowingtopics:


• The selection of proper hardware (eyebolts, shackles, hooks,wire rope products, synthetic slings,chain slings, etc.) for the correct application (weight, hitches, angles, temperatures, the center ofgravity,etc.).

• Thepropermethodsofsecuringtheload,attachingtheloadtothehook,liftingtheload,handlingoftheloadduringthemovementoftheload,andloweringandplacementoftheload.

• Theproperstorageoftheriggingequipment.AllShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesshallre-certifytheir“qualifiedrigger”trainingonafour(4)yearbasis.

5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 General

Only“qualifiedriggers”areallowedtoattachanyloadstoaliftinghookandonly“qualifiedoperators”areallowedtooperateacranewhileengaged in liftingoperationsonshoreorontheOuterContinentalShelf.API RP-2D has established a three-tiered classification. Employees will be certified in the applicableclassificationsasrequiredbeforestartingjobassignmentsrequiringriggingandliftoperationsoffshore:

• Qualifiedrigger.

• Qualifiedinspector.

• Qualifiedoperator.

Workareaswillbekeptfreeofobstaclesandthefloorsclean.Palletswillnotobstructlightandventilationinareaswheretheyareneeded.Theprogramformonitoringthehealthofworkersshouldconsideratleastthefollowing:

• The implementation of medical examinations for admission to integrate the work related medicalrecords;

• Thepracticeofmedical examinations in accordancewith the specific activityofworkers, subject toannualclinicalfollow-uportheevidenceofsignsorsymptomsthatdenotealterationofthehealthofworkers.

• The application of preventive and corrective actions formonitoring the health of workers shall becarriedoutonthebasisofthedetectedriskfactorsandtheresultsofmedicalexaminations.

5.2 MaterialHandling

• Riggingequipmentshallbeinspectedtoensureitissafe.

• Riggingequipmentformaterialhandlingshallbeinspectedpriortouseandoneachshiftandasnecessaryduringitsusetoensurethatequipmentissafe.

• Defectiveriggingequipmentshallnotbeusedandremovedfromservice.

• Riggingequipmentshallnotbeloadedbeyonditsrecommendedratedcapacity,andloadidentificationshallbeattachedtotherigging.

• Riggingequipmentnotinuseshallberemovedfromtheimmediateworkareasoasnottopresentahazardtoemployees.

• Taglinesshallbeusedunlesstheirusecreatesanunsafecondition.


• Hooksonoverhaulballassemblies,lowerloadblocks,orotherattachmentassembliesshallbeatypethatcanbeclosedandlocked,eliminatingthehookthroatopening.Alternatively,analloyanchortypeshacklewithabolt,nutandretainingpinmaybeused.

• Allemployeesshallbekeptclearofloadsabouttobeliftedandofsuspendedloads.Noemployeeshallbeallowedunderasuspendedload.

5.3 InspectionandReplacingEquipment

TheHSEshallworkwithsupervisorstoensurethatallriggingandmaterialhandlingequipmentisregularlyinspected and that all potential hazards are identified. Supervisors shall workwith employees to identifyhazards and unsafe equipment, and any unsafe equipment shall immediately be removed from service.Inspectionsshouldbeconductedpriortouseoneachshiftandasnecessarytoensureallequipmentisinasafeworkingcondition.Thefollowingareexamplesofconditionsthatmayleadtounsafeworkingconditionsandshouldbeidentifiedduringinspections:

5.3.1 SyntheticSlings

• Tornstitching

• Brokenfibers

• Heatorstressdamage(fraying)

• Abnormalwear

• Discoloration

5.3.2 Wire/RopeSlings

• Kinkingand/orcrushing

• Heatorstressdamage

• Brokenwires

• Deformationofhookssuchastwistingorthehooksopenedmorethan15%atthethroat

5.3.3 Hooks

• Overhaulballassemblies

• Lowerloadblocks• Attachmentsthatcancloseandlockthateliminatingthehookthroatopening

5.4 RiggingALoad

Whenriggingaload,thefollowproceduresmustbefollowed:

• Determinetheweightoftheloadbyusingaccurateinstruments.

• Selectthepropersizeforslingsandcomponents.

• Ensure shackle pins, and shouldered eye bolts are installed according to manufacturersrecommendations


• Ensureeyeboltsarethreadedatleast1.5timestheboltdiameter

• Usesafetyhoistringsasapreferredsubstituteforeyebolts

• Onlyusehooksthathavesafetylatchestoensurethehookthroatopeningiseliminated.

• Padsharpedgestoprotectslingstoprevent increased likelihoodofcutting intoriggingswhileunderheavyloads.

• Determinethecenterofgravityandbalanceloadaccordinglypriortomoving.

• Alwaystesttheriggingbyliftingtheloadonlyafewinchesandholdinginposition.

• Taglinesmustbeusedtopreventrotationofaloadthatwouldbehazardous.

• Tag lines shall be used when lifting andmoving a load unless their use creates an unsafe workingcondition.

• Hookswithself-closinglatchesmustbeused.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Alltrainingsessionsandinspectionsshouldbeappropriatelydocumentedandmaintainedbytheindividualdepartments.Trainingsessionsshouldhaveasign-insheet.Proofofrequiredtrainingshouldbemaintainedintheemployee'spersonnelfile.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesMaterialHandlingFactsheet_2,MaterialHandlingRigging_1,Rigging-Material-Handling-Policy,0049Rigging.


Thisisapplicabletochangesmadetothecurrentversionoftheprecedingdocument.


9.0 APPENDICES

None.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

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1.0 PURPOSE

Shallow River Construction Services LLC. is committed to the safety of our employees that may be lessexperiencedduetothetime,theyhavebeenemployed.Thisprogramis intendedtohelpemployerskeepShortServiceEmployee(SSE),whetherexperiencedorinexperienced,safeandonthejob.Employersshouldadapttheprogramtofittheiruniqueneeds.

1.1 Scope

Thisprocedureappliestoallcompanyfacilitiesandworksites. It is importanttoensurethatShortServiceEmployee(SSE)workunderthedirectionofexperiencedpersonnel.

A Short Service Employee (SSE) should be under this program for at least six months and until the SSEdemonstratestheknowledgeandskillsnecessarytoperformtheirtaskssafely.

Note:Ifsubcontractorsareutilizedtheyshouldbeincludedinthisprogram.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Mentoring Aprocessoftransferringskillsandknowledgefromonepersontoanotherinaworkenvironment.

Supervisor The individual is responsible for the direct supervision and oversight of anemployee.

ShortServiceEmployee(SSE)

Anewlyplacedfull-timeortemporaryemployeeorsubcontractorwithlessthansixmonths’experienceinassignedjob.

ShortServiceEmployeeMentor

A person with at least 6 months’ employment with the company who hasdemonstratedsafeandefficientworkhabits.


2.1.1 ManagementResponsibilities

The responsibilities of company leadership and management are to set expectations, evaluate theeffectivenessand:

• MakeanddemonstrateapersonalcommitmenttoastrongandfunctionalHealthSafetyandEnvironmentalworkculture,

• Establishawritten,signedanddatedHSEpolicythatsetscomplianceexpectationsformanagementandemployees,

• Provideemployeesaccesstocompanypolicies,standards,andprocedures,


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• EstablishwrittenHSEOrientationandShortServiceEmployeeProgramsforallemployeesnewlyassignedtoanyjobortask,

• Ensurethatallemployeesnewtoajobassignmentareidentifiedtotheresponsiblesupervisor(s)andplacedintotheHSEOrientationandShortServiceEmployeePrograms,and

• Theaudit,reviewperformanceandtaketimelycorrectiveactionstocontinuallyimprovetheeffectivenessoftheorientationandShortServiceEmployeePrograms.

2.1.2 SupervisorResponsibilities

TheresponsibilitiesofSupervisorsintheShortServiceEmployeeProgramare:

• KnowwhichjobsandcrewsareusingShortServiceEmployees,

• EnsureShortServiceEmployeesareappropriatelyidentifiedperthisplan,

• DevelopandcommunicateJobSafetyAnalyses(JSAs)toaffectedpersonneluponinitialassignmentandwhentheoperationchanges,

• EnsureShortServiceEmployeeMentorpossessesproperknowledgeandskillsinthejobtaskassigned,

• EnsureShortServiceEmployeeMentorisadequatelytrainingSSE,

• EnsureShortServiceEmployeeisgainingthenecessaryknowledgeandskillsinthejobtasks,and

• Followallsafetyrulesandcompanypolicies.

2.1.3 MentorResponsibilities

TheresponsibilitiesoftheMentorintheShortServiceEmployeeProgramareto:

• Beanexperiencedandresponsiblepersonassignedbythesupervisortoworkwiththenewemployee,

• Beselectedbasedonahistoryofsafeworkandpolicy/proceduralknowledge,

• Beabletocommunicatetheexpectationsandcharacteristicsofworktasksandtheirassociatedhazards,

• Haveapatientdisposition,aswellasthedesireandwillingnesstodevotethenecessarytimetosucceedasamentor,

• PossessknowledgeandskillsinthejobtasksassignedtotheSSE,

• BewillingandabletoeffectivelylistentotheSSEtodetermineiftheSSEislearningandretainingtheknowledgebeingshared,

• BewillingtowatchanSSEperformajobwithoutinterferingaslongastheSSEisnotinapositiontoharmthemselves,others,theenvironmentortheequipment,

• Adoptapositivesafetyattitude,avoidcriticism,andstrivetobuildconfidenceandself-esteemintheSSE,

• BeabletoteachtheSSEtheproperwaytocreateaqualityJSAandtofollowthatJSAinperformingtasks,

• Keepabreastofnewequipmentintheirfieldofexpertise,


• Refrainfromtakingshortcutsanddoinganythingelsethatjeopardizeshealthorsafety,

• Demonstrateapositiveworkethicatalltimes,and

• Followallcompanypoliciesandprocedures.

2.1.4 ShortServiceEmployeeResponsibilities

TheresponsibilitiesoftheShortServiceEmployeeareto:

• BewillingtowatchandlistentotheMentor,

• Establishapositivesafetyattitudetowardassignedjobtasks,

• LearnhowtocreateandfollowJSAs,

• Bewillingtolearnhowtodoeachtaskinasafeandenvironmentallysoundmanner,

• Stopandreportunsafeconditionsimmediately,

• Participateinsafetymeetings,and


2.1.5 HSECoordinatorResponsibilities

TheresponsibilitiesoftheHSECoordinatorintheShortServiceEmployeeProgramareto:

• ServeassubjectmatterresourcetosupportthesupervisorandSSE,

• EnsuretheSSEgetsthenecessarysafetytraining,

• MonitoredSSEemployeesforcompliancewithpoliciesandprocedures,and

• Followallpoliciesandprocedures.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 SSEQualityAssessmentandControl

• Managementshouldreviewtheeffectivenessandqualityof theShortServiceEmployeeProgramatleastannually.

• SSE Orientation and Training documentation should be audited for accuracy, timeliness, andcompleteness.

• Onsite inspections should be conducted to ensure that supervisors, mentors, and Short ServiceEmployeesareadheringtotheSSEProgram.

• The number of incidents involving new employees should be measured, compared to the generalworkforceandevaluatedfortrendsorperformancevariations.

• Managementshouldensurethatallprogramdeficienciesarepromptlycorrectedanddocumented

4.0 TRAINING

4.1 Orientation

• Managementwillprovideacompany-approvedorientation.


• EachSSEwillbeprovidedorientationspecificallybasedonjobpositionandjob-relatedtopicspriortoperformingjobtasks.

• EachSSEwillbetaughthowtoaccesscompanypolicies,standards,andprocedures.

• Satisfactorycompletionoftheorientationmustbesignedanddatedbytheemployeeandsupervisor.

4.1.1 Training

The supervisor will ensure that each SSE is properly trained per federal, state, industry, company andoperatorrequirementsbeforestartingworkwhen:

• Theemployeeishired,

• Theemployeeisappointedanewjobassignment,and

• Theemployeeisexposedtonewsubstances,processes,procedures,equipment,etc.Thatrepresentanewhazardtotheemployee,

• ThesupervisorwillensurethateachSSEisproperlytrainedin:

• Thehazard(s)presentintheworkplace,

• Thepolicies,procedures,processesandPPEutilizedtocontrolthesehazardsandpreventillnesses,injuries,propertydamageand/orenvironmentalincidents,and

• Theskillsarenecessarytoconducttheirassignedjobssafelyandefficientlywhileprovidingqualityandeconomy.

5.0 PROCEDURE

Shallow River Construction Services LLC. Short Service Employees shall be mentored by an experienced,knowledgeable employee after they have completed an initial training period at the office andwillworkwiththeexperienced,knowledgeableemployeeforapproximately1to2months.

SSEpersonnelwillneverworkaloneandareconstantlymonitoredbytheirtrainerorsupervisortoensuretheSSEcomplieswithsafetypolicyandprocedures.

ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.willneversendanSSEtoaclientlocationorahostfacilitywithoutfirstnotifyingandaskingpermissiontotrainsomeoneatthecustomerfacility.

TheSSEwillwearanIDcardidentifyingthemasatrainee,sootherpersonnelwillrecognizetheirstatusasanSSE.Failuretocomplywiththisprogramwillbegroundsfordisciplinaryaction.

5.1 IdentificationSystem

It is important for supervisors, co-workers and projectmanagers to recognize a Short Service Employee;therefore,an identificationsystem isdeveloped for thispurpose. The identificationsystem isameansofcommunicatingtotheworkforcethattheShortServiceEmployeeisinatransitionalperiod.Itwillnotbeadesignationofinexperienceorusedtomarkanemployeeashavinglowerskillsets.

The SSE will be identified by a vest, colored hardhat, decal or other clothing or PPE that prominentlyidentifiestheemployeeasanSSEemployee.Forexample,ifahardhatdecalisused,itshouldbeplacedoneachsideofthehardhatwitha labelunderthedecal indicatingthedatewhentheemployee isno longerconsideredtobeaShortServiceEmployee.TheSupervisorandtheSSEMentorwillprovidesupervisionandnotallowtheSSEtobeunescorted.


6.0 RECORDKEEPING

6.1 Documentation

• The HR Specialist completes an SSE Notification Form for new employees and forwards to theSupervisor.

• Uponcompletionoftraining,supervisorsignsoffandforwardsNotificationFormtoHR.

• AllrecordsfortheSSEOrientationandTrainingshouldbemaintainedattheemployee’s locationbytheSupervisor.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferenceshttps://www.texasmutual.com/safety/use.doc.,file:///F:/USRAVs%20Working/United%20Spectrographics%20HSE%20Handbook%202016.pdf,


Thisisapplicabletochangesmadetothecurrentversionfromtheprecedingdocument.Section NatureofAmendments

9.0 APPENDICES

None.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

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1.0 PURPOSE

ThepurposeofthisprogramistoensurethatShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.continuestoimprovesubcontractor health, safety, and environmental performance and to establish a standard for pre-qualification,evaluation/selectionanddevelopmentofoursubcontractors.

1.1 Scope

ThisprogramappliestoallsubcontractorsandallShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.locations.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



None None.


2.1.1 SubcontractorResponsibilities

TheresponsibilitiesoftheSubcontractorareto:

• BewillingtowatchandlistentotheMentor,

• Establishapositivesafetyattitudetowardassignedjobtasks,

• LearnhowtocreateandfollowJSAs,

• Bewillingtolearnhowtodoeachtaskinasafeandenvironmentallysoundmanner,

• Stopandreportunsafeconditionsimmediately,

• Participateinsafetymeetings,and


2.1.2 HSECoordinatorResponsibilities

TheresponsibilitiesoftheHSECoordinatorintheSubcontractorProgramareto:

• ServeassubjectmatterresourcetosupportthesupervisorandSubcontractor,

• EnsuretheSubcontractorgetsthenecessarysafetytraining,

• MonitoredSubcontractoremployeesforcompliancewithpoliciesandprocedures,and

• Followallpoliciesandprocedures.


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3.0 SAFETY

3.1 SubcontractorQualityAssessmentandControl

• Management should review the effectiveness and quality of the Subcontractor Program at leastannually.

• SubcontractorSite,SpecificOrientationandTrainingdocumentation,shouldbeauditedforaccuracy,timeliness,andcompleteness.

• Onsite inspectionsshouldbeconducted toensure thatsupervisors,mentors,andSubcontractorareadheringtotheSubcontractorProgram.

• The number of incidents involving new employees should be measured, compared to the generalworkforceandevaluatedfortrendsorperformancevariations.

• Managementshouldensurethatallprogramdeficienciesarepromptlycorrectedanddocumented

4.0 TRAINING

a. SiteSpecificOrientation

• Managementwillprovideacompany-approvedSite-SpecificOrientation.

• EachSubcontractorwillberequiredtohavetheSite-SpecificOrientation.

• EachSubcontractorwillbetaughthowtoaccesscompanypolicies,standards,andprocedures.

• SatisfactorycompletionoftheSite-SpecificOrientationmustbesignedanddatedbytheemployeeandsupervisor.

5.0 PROCEDURE


The use of subcontractors must be pre-approved by Shallow River Construction Services LLC.. Approvalrequirementsinclude:

• AformalsafetyreviewofthesubcontractorbeingperformedbyShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.safetydepartment.

• Thescopeofthereviewwascommensuratewiththehazardsandriskexposure.

• Thesubcontractorhasbeen/willbeorientedtothesafetypolicies,expectations,andrequirementsofShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC..

• ThesubcontractoragreestoabidebyourDrugandAlcoholpolicyandonsitesafetyrulesthroughoutthedurationofthework.

• Any subcontractor that has a “Non-Approved” safety status will not be used on any Shallow RiverConstructionServicesLLC.site.

5.1.1 Pre-QualificationofSubcontractors

Subcontractorswill bepre-qualifiedby reviewing their safety programs, safety trainingdocuments, andsafetystatistics.


5.1.2 EvaluationSafetyMetrics

Acceptable safety metrics will be used as criteria for prequalifying and selecting subcontractors. Thesafetymetricsandscoringwillconsider:

• ShallowRiverConstructionServices LLC. Subcontractor SafetyPre-QualificationForm responsesandsubcontractorsafetyprogramdocumentsreview60%(Ratedfrom0-60totalpoints)

• Subcontractorsafetytrainingdocumentsreview20%(Ratedfrom0-20totalpoints)

• Subcontractorsafetystatisticsreview20%(Ratedfrom0-20totalpoints)

5.1.3 EvaluationRatingandAcceptance

• Thesubcontractorratingsystemwillhavefivedesignations:

• EqualtoorGreaterthan90points=A–norestrictions.

• Between85and89points=B–Mitigationplanmustbedocumentedandapprovedby ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.Safety.

• Between81and84points=C– MitigationplanmustbedocumentedandapprovedbyShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.Safety;managementapprovalinwriting.

• Between 71 and 80 points = D – Mandatory commitment meeting with senior subcontractormanagement present;mitigation plan documented and approved by Shallow River ConstructionServices LLC. SafetyManagement approval inwriting, trained subcontractor safety personnel onsiteduringworkregardlessofthenumberofworkers.

• Lessthan70points=F–nottobeused.

Onceeachsubcontractorhasbeenevaluatedandscored,ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.safetywillprovidemanagementthescores/ranking.

ShallowRiver Construction Services LLC. reserves the right to change a subcontractor’s status to “Non-Approved” if the subcontractor shows insufficient progress towards accepted mitigation plan or otheragreeduponcriteria.

5.2 SubcontractorInvolvement

Contractors are required to follow or implement the work practices and systems described belowwhileperformingworkatShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.worksites:

• Attend a safety orientation, pre-job meeting or kick-off meeting provided byShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.priortoanyworkbeginning,

• MonitoremployeesforsubstanceabuseandreportnonconformitiestoShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.,

• Ensure personnel have the required training and competency fortheirwork,and

• ParticipateinShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.tailgatesafetymeetings,jobsafetyanalysisorhazardassessmentsandonthejobsafetyinspections:

v Performapre-jobsafetyinspectionthatincludesequipment

v ParticipateintheBBShazardreportingsystem

v Reportallinjuries,spills,propertydamageincidentsandnearmisses


v ComplywithonsiteandOwnerClientsafetyrules

v ImplementShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.safetypracticesandprocessesasapplicable

v Cleanupandrestoretheworksiteafterthejobisover

v Ensurecompliancewithregulationsatalltimes

v Postjobsafetyperformancereviewsshallbeconductedforsubcontractors.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Thefollowinginformationismaintainedasaresultofthisprocess:

• The Safety Director is responsible for maintenance of training records, and these records will bemaintainedatalocallocation,specifically,theSafetyDirector’soffice.

• Documentationoftrainingwillbefurnishedtothoseemployeeswhoseworklocationvaries.

• Qualificationsoftheinstructorsprovidingtrainingmustalsobedocumented.

Alltrainingmustbedocumentedwith:

• Date,

• Employeename,

• Employeesignature,

• Instructorname,

• Instructorsignature,and

• Thetitleofthecourse

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferenceshttps://static.secure.website/wscfus/10059200/5111256/safety-manual-section-26-subcontractor-management.pdf,elkhornconstruction.com/elkdocs/Safety/SubcontractorManagementPlan.doc.


Thisisapplicabletochangesmadetothecurrentversionoftheprecedingdocument.Section NatureofAmendments

9.0 APPENDICES

Appendix1:SubcontractorSafetyPre-QualificationForm(exampleonly)


SUBCONTRACTORSAFETYPRE-QUALIFICATIONFORM(exampleonly)

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Subcontractor Information:

Subcontractor Name:

Telephone Number:

Street Address:

Fax Number:

City:

Province/State: Postal Code/Zip:

Website Address:

2. Officers

President:

Vice President:

Treasurer:

3. How many years has your organization been in business under your present firm’s name?

4. Parent Firm Name:

City:

Province/State:

Postal Code/Zip:

Subsidiaries:

5. Contractor Evaluation form completed by:

Title: Telephone:

Fax: Email:


HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

Health, Safety and Environmental Performance Provide the following data for your firm using your record keeping forms from the past three (3) years. If the data is not available, please reply with Not Available - N/A. Safety Performance Definitions and Guidance a. Hours Worked Employee hours worked last three years. Please report actual scheduled total hours worked and total

overtime hours worked. If actual hours worked are not available for certain individual’s hours worked may be estimated. A default of 2000 hours per individual per year can be used as an estimate.

b. Recordable Incidents Recordable cases are those that involve any work-related injury or illness, including death but excluding first-aid injuries.

c. Lost Workday Cases a Lost Workday Case is a medical case that involves fatalities, days away from work cases or restricted work activity cases.

• Days Away from Work Case Where the employee is away from scheduled work day one day or more after the day of a work-related injury or illness. The day of the incident does not count as lost workday. Stop count when total days away and restricted duty days reach 180 or employee leaves the firm.

• Restricted Work Activity Case Where the employee as result of work-related injury or illness: ◊ Assigned to another job on a temporary or permanent basis or ◊ Worked at their permanent job but less than a full day ◊ Could not perform routine functions associated with their permanent job The day of the incident is not counted as a Restricted Duty day. Stop count when total days away or restricted duty days reach 180 or if an employee leaves the firm.

d. Motor Vehicle Incident A motor vehicle is any mechanically or electrically powered devices (excluding one moved by human power), upon which or by which any person or property may be transported upon a land roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Incident Includes any event involving a motor vehicle that is owned, leased or rented by the firm that results in death, injury or property damage unless the vehicle is properly parked.

Health and Safety Incidents 2009 2008 2007

a. Total Hours Worked b. Total Recordable Incidents # Fatalities # Medical Aids # Days Away from Work Cases # Restricted Work Activity Cases

c. Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) Total # Recordable Incidents x 200,000 Total # Hours worked

d. Lost Workday Cases (LWC) # Fatalities # Days Away from Work Case # Restricted Work Activity Case

e. Lost Workday Incident Rate (LWDR) Total # Lost Workday Incidents x 200,000 Total # Hours Worked


HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE Health and Safety Incidents - continued 2009 2008 2007 f. Motor Vehicle Incidents (MVI) # Motor Vehicles Incidents # Kilometers/Miles driven

g. Motor Vehicle Incident Frequency Rate (MVIFR) Total # of Firm’s Motor Vehicle Incidents x 1,000,000 Total # Kilometers/Miles driven

Environmental Incidents 2009 2008 2007 Total # Spills to Water a. Petroleum Spills # spills Sheen (est. volume as 0.1 bbl. To < 1bbl. # spills 1 bbl. To < 100 bbls. # spills 100 bbls. or more b. Chemical Spills # spills 1 bbl./160 kg. to < 100 bbls. /16,000 kg. # spills 100 bbls. /16,000 or more

Total # Spills to Land a. Petroleum spills # spills 1 bbl. To < 100 bbls. # spills 100 bbls. or more b. Chemical Spills # spills 1 bbl./160 kg. to < 50 bbls./8,000 kg # spills 50 bbls./8,000 kg. or more

Enforcement Actions 2009 2008 2007 Citations # Health and Safety # Environmental Please provide details

Fines Total # Fines Total $$ Paid Please provide details


HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Highest ranking HSE professional in the firm:

Name/Title: Email: Telephone Numbers

Do you have a written Basic Safety / HSE Program? Yes No

Does your Basic Safety/HSE Program include the following?

a. HSE Policy statement signed by management b. Management Involvement and Commitment c. Hazard Identification and Risk Control d. Rules and Work Procedures e. Training f. Communications g. Incident and Accident Reporting and Investigation

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No No No No

Does the program include work practices and procedures such as?

a. Permit to Work including Isolation of Energy Yes No

b. Confined Space Entry Yes No

c. Injury and Illness Recording Yes No

d. Fall Protection Yes No

e. Personal Protective Equipment Yes No

f. Portable Electrical/Power Tools Yes No

g. Motor Vehicle/Driving Safety Yes No

h. Compressed Gas Cylinders Yes No

i. Electrical Equipment Grounding Assurance Yes No

j. Powered Industrial Vehicles (Cranes, Forklifts, Etc.) Yes No

k. Housekeeping Yes No

l. Accident/Incident Reporting and Investigations Yes No

m. Unsafe Condition Reporting Yes No

n. Emergency Preparedness, Including Evacuation Plan Yes No

o. Waste Disposal and Pollution Prevention Yes No

p. Regular Workplace Inspection / Audits Yes No

Do you have a Drug and Alcohol program? a. Pre-employment Testing b. Reasonable Cause Testing c. Post-rehabilitation/Return to Work Testing

Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No

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Do you have a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) process in place? Yes No

Is there a Root Cause Analysis process used for investigations, near misses, environmental spills? Yes No

Is there a Management of Change (MOC) Process in place? Yes No

Do you have programs for the following?

a. Respiratory Protection Yes No b. Where applicable, have employees been:

• Trained • Fit tested • Medically approved

Yes Yes Yes

No No No

c. Hazard communication/WHMIS Yes No d. Programs for potential high hazard work such as Highly

Hazardous Chemicals; Explosives and Blasting Agents Yes No

Do you have a corrective action process for addressing individual/employee safety and health performance deficiencies? Yes No

Medical

a. Do you conduct medical examinations for: • Pre-placement Job Capability • Pulmonary • Respiratory

Yes Yes Yes

No No No

b. Describe how you intend to provide first aid and other medical services while on-site.

Do you have personnel trained to perform first aid and CPR? Yes No

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

a. Is applicable PPE provided for employees? Yes No

b. Do you have a program to assure that PPE is inspected and maintained?

Yes No

HSE Meetings Frequency a. Do you hold site HSE meetings for?

• Field Supervisors • Employees • New Hires • Subcontractors

Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No


Inspections and Audits Frequency

a. Do you conduct internal HSE Inspections? Yes No b. Do you conduct internal HSE program audits? Yes No c. Are corrections or deficiencies to internal HSE

program or equipment communicated and documented until closure?

Yes No

Equipment and Materials: a. Do you own or lease Equipment and Materials? If yes, please

complete the following questions: Yes No

b. Do you have a system for establishing applicable health, safety, and environmental specifications for the acquisition of materials and equipment?

Yes No

c. Do you conduct inspections on operating equipment (e.g., cranes, forklifts) in compliance with regulatory requirements? Yes No

d. Do you maintain operating equipment in compliance with regulatory requirements? Yes No

e. Do you maintain the applicable inspection and maintenance certification records for operating equipment? Yes No

f. Do you document corrections or deficiencies from equipment inspections and maintenance?

Yes No

Subcontractor Management a. Do you subcontract any work? If the answer is yes, please

complete the following questions: Yes No

b. Do you have a written contractor safety management process? Yes No c. Do you use HSE performance criteria in the selection of

subcontractors? Yes No

d. Do you evaluate the ability of subcontractors to comply with applicable HSE requirements as part of the selection process? Yes No

e. Do your subcontractors have a written HSE Program? Yes No f. Do you include your subcontractors in:

• HSE Orientation • HSE Meetings • HSE Equipment Inspections • HSE Program Audits • Are corrections or deficiencies documented

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No No

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT


HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Employee and Trades Training

a. Have employees been trained in appropriate job skills? Yes No b. Are employees’ job skills certified where required by

regulatory or industry consensus standards? Yes No

c. List trades/crafts which have been certified:

Health, Safety and Environmental Orientation New Hires Supervisors a. Do you have an HSE Orientation Program for new hires

and newly hired or promoted supervisors? Yes No Yes No

b. Does the program provide instruction on the following: • New worker orientation • Safe Work Practices • Safety Supervision • Toolbox meetings • Emergency Procedures • First Aid Procedures • Fire Protection and Prevention • Safety Intervention • Hazard Communication/WHMIS

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No No No No No No

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No No No No No No

Health, Safety and Environmental Training

a. Do you know the regulatory HSE training requirements for your employees? Yes No

b. Have your employees received the required HSE training and re-training Yes No

c. Do you have a specific HSE training program for supervisors? Yes No

Training Records

a. Do you have HSE and training records for your Employee’s? Yes No b. Do the training records include the following:

• Employee identification • Date of training • Name of trainer • Method used to verify understanding

Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No

c. How do you verify understanding of training? (Check all that apply)

Written test Oral test Performance test Job Monitoring Other (List)


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION



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1.0 PURPOSE

This programoutlines procedures and guidelines for the protection of employeesworking in and aroundexcavationsand trenches. Thisprogram requires compliancewithOSHAStandardsdescribed in SubpartP(29CFR1926.650)fortheconstructionindustry.

1.1 Scope

This program is intended to assistShallowRiver Construction Services LLC.’s employee’s and contractor’sprotectionwhenworking inoraroundexcavations.Also, in theirknowledgeof trenchingandshoringandthepreventionofhazards.Inaddition,thedocumentappliestoallShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employees.Whenwork isperformedonanon-ownedoroperatedsite, theoperator’sprogramshall takeprecedence, however, this document covers Shallow River Construction Services LLC. employees andcontractorsandshallbeusedonownedpremises,orwhenanoperator’sprogramdoesn’texistor is lessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS



Benching Amethodofprotectingemployeesfromcave-insbyexcavatingthesidesofanexcavationtoformoneoraseriesofhorizontallevelsorsteps,usuallywithverticalornear-verticalsurfacesbetweenlevels.

Cave-In Theseparationofamassofsoilorrockmaterialfromthesideofanexcavation,orthelossofsoilfromunderatrenchshieldorsupportsystem,anditssuddenmovementintotheexcavation,eitherbyfailingorsliding,insufficientquantitysothatitcouldentrap,bury,orotherwiseinjureandimmobilizeaperson.

CompetentPerson Onewhoiscapableofidentifyingexistingandpredictablehazardsinthesurroundingsorworkingconditions,whichareunsanitary,hazardous,ordangeroustoemployees,andwhohasauthorizationtotakepromptcorrectivemeasurestoeliminatethem.

DurationofExposure Thelongeranexcavationisopen,thelongertheotherfactorshavetoworkoncausingittocollapse.

Excavation Anyman-madecut,trench,ordepressioninanearthsurface,formedbyearthremoval.

HazardousAtmosphere

Anatmospherewhichbyreasonofbeingexplosive,flammable,poisonous,corrosive,oxidizing,irritating,oxygendeficient,toxic,orotherwiseharmful,maycausedeath,illness,orinjury.

ProtectiveSystem Amethodofprotectingemployeesfromcave-ins,frommaterialthatcouldfallorrollfromanexcavation,orfromthecollapseofadjacentstructures.Protectivesystemsincludesupportsystems,slopingandbenchingsystems,shieldsystems,andothersystemsthatprovidenecessaryprotection.


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Shield Astructurethatiscapableofwithstandingtheforcesimposedonitbyacave-inandtherebyprotectsemployeeswithinthestructure.Shieldscanbepermanentstructuresorcanbedesignedtobeportableandmovedalongasworkprogresses.Allshieldsmustbeinaccordancewith29CFR1926.652(c)3or(c)4.

Sloping Amethodofprotectingworkersfromcave-insbyexcavatingtoformsidesofanexcavationthatareinclinedawayfromtheexcavationtopreventcave-ins.Theangleofinclinerequiredtopreventacave-invarieswithdifferencessuchassoiltype,lengthofexposure,andapplicationofsurchargeloads.

SurchargeLoads Generatedbytheweightofanythinginproximitytotheexcavation,pushstartsforacave-in(anythinguptoppushingdown).Commonsurchargeloads:• weightofspoilpile• weightofnearbybuildings,poles,pavement,orotherstructuralobjects.• weightofmaterialandequipment

Trench Anarrowexcavationbelowthesurfaceoftheground,lessthan15feetwide,withadepthnogreaterthanthewidth.

Undermining Underminingcanbecausedbysuchthingsasleaking,leaching,cavingorover-digging.Underminedwallscanbeverydangerous.

Vibration Aforcethatispresentonconstructionsitesandmustbeconsidered.Thevibrationscausedbybackhoes,dumptrucks,compactors,andtrafficonjobsitescanbesubstantial.


Itistheresponsibilityofthecompanytoprovideabasicawarenessprogramforallemployeesinadditiontomaintaining,reviewing,andupdatingtheprogramwhenneeded.

It is the responsibility of each superintendent and supervisor to implement andmaintain the proceduresand steps set forth in this program. Each employee involved with excavation and trenching work isresponsibletocomplywithallapplicablesafetyproceduresandrequirementsofthisprogram.

2.2 CompetentPerson

The OSHA Standards require that the competent person must be capable of identifying existing andpredictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, ordangerous to employees, and have authorization to take prompt correctivemeasures to eliminate themand,ifnecessary,tostopthework.

2.2.1 ACompetentPersonisrequiredto:

• Haveacompleteunderstandingoftheapplicablesafetystandardsandanyotherdataprovided.

• Assure the proper locations of underground installations or utilities, and that the proper utilitycompanieshavebeencontacted.

• Conductsoilclassificationtestsandreclassifysoilafteranyconditionchanges.

• Determine adequate protective systems (sloping, shoring, or shielding systems) for employeeprotection.

• Conducttestingandallairmonitoringforpotentialhazardousatmospheres.

• Conductdailyandperiodicinspectionsofexcavationsandtrenches.


• Approvedesignofstructuralramps,ifused.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 ProtectiveSystems

Therearedifferenttypesofprotectivesystems:

a. Walkways

Walkways shall be providedwhere employees or equipment are required or permitted to cross overexcavations.

b. Guardrails

Guardrailsareinstalledforcrossingsandwalkwaystoprotectagainstfalls.Guardrailswhichcomplywith1926.502(b)shallbeprovidedwherewalkwaysare6feet(1.8m)ormoreabovelowerlevels.

c. Benching

Isamethodofprotectingworkersfromcave-insbyexcavatingthesidesofanexcavationtoformoneora series of horizontal levels or steps, usually with vertical or near-vertical surfaces between levels.BenchingcannotbedoneinTypeCsoil.

d. Sloping

Involvescuttingbackthetrenchwallatanangleinclinedawayfromtheexcavation.

e. Shoring

Requiresinstallingaluminumhydraulicorothertypesofsupportstopreventsoilmovementandcave-ins.

f. Shielding

Protectsworkersbyusingtrenchboxesorothertypesofsupportstopreventsoilcave-ins.Designingaprotectivesystemcanbecomplexbecauseyoumustconsidermanyfactors:

• Soilclassification,

• Depthofcut,

• Accumulationwatercontentofsoil,

• Changescausedbyweatherorclimate,surchargeloads(e.g.,spoil,and

• Othermaterialstobeusedinthetrench)andotheroperationsinthevicinity.

Theemployeesshouldbeprotectedfromhazardsoffalling,rolling,orslidingmaterialsorequipment.Theyshould not be subjected to excessive forces and be installed to protect employees from lateral loads,employees must be restricted from being in the shield when installing or removing; the shield must bedesignedtoresistcalculatedtrenchforces.

3.2 PersonalProtectiveEquipment

Itiscompanypolicythataffectedemployeeswearahardhat,safetyglasses,andworkbootsonthejobsite,becauseofthehazardsinvolvedwithexcavations,otherpersonalprotectiveequipmentmaybenecessary,dependingon thepotentialhazardspresent (examples:goggles,gloves,and respiratoryequipment).Also,whenperformingworkaroundpublictraffic,theemployeesshallbeprovidedreflectivevests,etc.atnocosttootheemployee.


4.0 TRAINING

Thecompetentperson(s)mustbetrainedinaccordancewiththeOSHAExcavationStandardandTrenchingBasicAwareness,andallotherprogramsthatmayapply(examples,HazardCommunication,ConfinedSpace,andRespiratoryProtection),andmustdemonstrateathoroughunderstandingandknowledgeofthebasicawarenessprogramsandthehazardsassociated.

All otheremployeesworking in andaround theexcavationmustbe trained in the recognitionofhazardsassociatedwithtrenchingandexcavating

5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 TrenchingandExcavation

The employer must comply with the trenching and excavation requirements of 29 CFR 1926.651 and1926.652orcomparableOSHA-approvedstateplanrequirements.

An excavation is any man-made cut, cavity, trench, or depression in an earth surface formed by earthremoval.

Trench(Trenchexcavation)meansanarrowexcavation(inrelationtoitslength)madebelowthesurfaceofthe ground. In general, the depth is greater than thewidth, but thewidth of a trench (measured at thebottom)isnotgreaterthan15feet(4.6meters).

5.2 DangersofTrenchingandExcavation

It isthecompany’sresponsibilitytoprotectallemployeesfromjobrelatedhazardssuchasCave-inswhichposesthegreatestriskandaremuchmorelikelythanotherexcavation-relatedaccidentstoresultinworkerfatalities.

Otherpotentialhazardsinclude:

• Falls:Suchasfallingloads,employeesarenotpermittedtoworkunderloadsofdiggingequipmentwhereloadsmayfall.

• HazardousAtmospheres:Testsshouldbeconductedforaircontaminants(oxygen,flammablegases,etc.,andprovideventilationwherenecessary.

• AccumulationofWater:Employeesmustbeprotectedfromwateraccumulation, includingtheuseofshields,andmustbeinspectedbyacompetentpersonbeforeworkbegins.

• Incidents involving mobile equipment and vehicular traffic: When exposure to public traffic, theemployeesshallbeprovidedreflectivevests,etc.

Onecubicyardofsoilcanweighasmuchasacar.Anunprotectedtrenchisanearlygrave.Donotenteranunprotectedtrench.

5.3 TrenchSafetyMeasures

Trenches 5 feet (1.5meters) deep or greater require a protective system unless the excavation ismadeentirelyinstablerock.Iflessthan5feetdeep,acompetentpersonmaydeterminethataprotectivesystemisnotrequired.

Trenches 20 feet (6.1 meters) deep or greater require that the protective system be designed by aregisteredprofessionalengineerorbebasedontabulateddatapreparedand/orapprovedbyaregisteredprofessionalengineerinaccordancewith1926.652(b)and(c).


5.4 DeterminationofSoilType

The determination of soil types & special considerations must be done in specific measures. Shoring,sloping, shield&excavationasneeded. Timber shoring, aluminumhydraulic shoringmustbedeterminedaccording to the appendixes A & C of the standard. The devices should be usedwhile in good repair &maintenance;ifdamaged,theymustbeinspected.

5.5 CompetentPerson

OSHA standards require that employers inspect trenches daily and as conditions change by a competentperson before worker entry to ensure elimination of excavation hazards. A competent person is anindividual who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards or working conditions that arehazardous, unsanitary, or dangerous to workers, soil types and protective systems required, and who isauthorizedtotakepromptcorrectivemeasurestoeliminatethesehazardsandconditions.

5.6 AccessandEgress

OSHA standards require safe access and egress to all excavations. Trench excavations shall have ramps,ladders,stairs,etc., themeansofegressmustbewithin25feetof lateraltravel foremployeesworking intrenchexcavations4feet(1.22meters)ordeeper.Theremustbeaclearpathofnomorethan25ft.foraworkertoexittheexcavation.

5.7 GeneralTrenchingandExcavationRules

• Keepheavyequipmentawayfromtrenchedges.

• Identifyothersourcesthatmightaffecttrenchstability.

• Keepexcavatedsoil(spoils)andothermaterialsatleast2feet(0.6meters)fromtrenchedges.

• Ensureundergroundutilitiesarelocatedandmarkedbeforedigging.

• Test foratmospherichazards suchas lowoxygen,hazardous fumes,and toxicgasseswhen>4 feetdeep.

• Inspecttrenchesatthestartofeachshift.

• Inspecttrenchesfollowingarainstormorotherwaterintrusion.

• Donotworkundersuspendedorraisedloadsandmaterials.

• Inspecttrenchesafteranyoccurrencethatcouldhavechangedconditionsinthetrench.

• Ensure that employees are protected from vehicular traffic, personnel shall wear high visibility orothersuitableclothingwhenexposedtovehiculartraffic.

5.7.1 Inspections

Daily inspection of excavations, the adjacent areas, and protective systems shall be made by thecompetent person for evidence of a situation that could result in a cave-in, indications of failure ofprotectivesystems,hazardousatmospheresorotherhazardousconditions.

• Allinspectionsshallbeconductedbythecompetentpersonpriortothestartofworkandasneededthroughouttheshift.

• Inspectionswillbemadeaftereveryrainstormoranyotherincreasinghazard.


• AlldocumentedinspectionswillbekeptonfileinthejobsitesafetyfilesandforwardedtotheSafetyDirectorweekly.

5.8 SoilClassificationandIdentification

TheOSHAStandardsdefinesoilclassificationswithintheSimplifiedSoilClassificationSystems,whichconsistoffourcategories:

• Stablerock,

• TypeA,

• TypeB,and

• TypeC.

StabilityisgreatestinstablerockanddecreasesthroughTypeAandBtoTypeC,whichistheleaststable.AppendixAof theStandardprovides soilmechanics termsand typesof field testsused todeterminesoilclassifications.

Stablerockisdefinedasnaturalsolidmineralmatterthatcanbeexcavatedwithverticalsidesandremainintactwhileexposed.

a. TypeAsoilisdefinedas:

• Cohesivesoilswithanunconfinedcompressivestrengthof1.5tonspersquarefoot(TSF)orgreater.

• CementedsoilslikecalicheandhardpanareconsideredTypeA.

b. SoilisNOTTypeAif:

• Itisfissured.

• Thesoilissubjecttovibrationfromheavytraffic,piledrivingorsimilareffects.

• Thesoilhasbeenpreviouslydisturbed.

• Thematerialissubjecttootherfactorsthatwouldrequireittobeclassifiedasalessstablematerial.

• TheexclusionsforTypeAmostgenerallyeliminateitfrommostconstructionsituations.

c. TypeBsoilisdefinedas:

• Cohesivesoilwithanunconfinedcompressivestrengthgreaterthan.5TSF,butlessthan1.5TSF.

• Granularcohesionlesssoilincludingangulargravel,silt,siltloam,andsandyloam.

• ThesoilhasbeenpreviouslydisturbedexceptthatsoilclassifiedasTypeCsoil.

• SoilthatmeetstheunconfinedcompressivestrengthrequirementsofTypeAsoil,butisfissuredorsubjecttovibration.

• Dryrockthatisunstable.

d. TypeCsoilisdefinedas:

• Cohesivesoilwithanunconfinedcompressivestrengthof(.5TSF)orless.

• Granularsoilsincludinggravel,sandandloamysand.

• Submergedsoilorsoilfromwhichwaterisfreelyseeping.


• Submergedrockthatisnotstable.

5.9 SoilTest&Identification

The competent personwill classify the soil type in accordancewith the definitions in Appendix A on thebasisofatleastonevisualandonemanualanalysis.Thesetestsshouldberunonfreshlyexcavatedsamplesfrom the excavation and are designed to determine stability based on a number of criteria: thecohesiveness, the presence of fissures, the presence and amount of water, the unconfined compressivestrength, the duration of exposure, undermining, and the presence of layering, prior excavation andvibration.

The cohesion tests arebasedonmethods todetermine thepresenceof clay. Clay, silt, and sandare sizeclassifications, with clay being the smallest sized particles, silt intermediate and sand the largest. Claymineralsexhibitgoodcohesionandplasticity (canbemolded). Sandexhibitsnoelasticityandvirtuallynocohesion unless surface wetting is present. The degree of cohesiveness and plasticity depend on theamountsofallthreetypesandwater.

Whenexaminingthesoil,threequestionsmustbeasked:

1. Isthesamplegranularorcohesive?

2. Fissuredornon-fissured?

3. WhatistheunconfinedcompressivestrengthmeasuredinTSF?

5.9.1 Methodsoftestingsoils:

a. Visualtest:

If the excavated soil is in clumps, it is cohesive. If it breaks up easily, not staying in clumps, it isgranular.

b. Wetmanualtest:

Wet your fingers and work the soil between them. Clay is a slick paste when wet, meaning it iscohesive.Iftheclumpfallsapartingrains,itisgranular.

c. Drystrengthtest:

Trytocrumblethesampleinyourhandswithyourfingers.Ifitcrumblesintograins,itisgranular.Claywillnotcrumbleintograins,onlyintosmallerchunks.

d. Pocketpenetrometertest:

This instrument ismostaccuratewhensoil isnearly saturated.This instrumentwill giveunconfinedcompressivestrengthintonspersquarefoot.Thespring-operateddeviceusesapistonthatispushedintoacoiluptoacalibrationgroove.Anindicatorsleevemarksandretainsthereadinguntilitisread.Thereadingiscalibratedintonspersquarefoot(TSF)orkilogramspercubiccentimeter.

e. Thumbpenetrationteal:

Thecompetentpersonattemptstopenetrateafreshsamplewiththumbpressure.Ifthesamplecanbedented,butpenetratedonlywithgreateffort,itisTypeA.

If it can be penetrated several inches and molded by light pressure, it is Type C. Type B can bepenetratedwitheffortandmolded.

f. ShearVane(Torvane):


Measures the approximate shear strength of saturated cohesive soils. The blades of the vane arepressedintoaflatsectionofundisturbedsoil,andtheknobisturnedslowlyuntilsoilfailure.Thedialisreaddirectlywhenusingthestandardvane.Theresultswillbeintonspersquarefootorkilogramspercubiccentimeter.

Thecompetentpersonwillperformseveraltestsoftheexcavationtoobtainconsistent,supportingdataalongitsdepthandlength.Thesoil issubjecttochangeseveraltimeswithinthescopeofanexcavation,and themoisture contentwill varywithweather and job conditions. The competent personmust alsodetermine the level of protectionbasedonwhat conditionsexist at the timeof the test, andallow forchangingconditions.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

ThefollowinginformationforTrenchingandShoringismaintainedasaresultofthisprocess:

• Excavation,Trenching,andShoringChecklistsshallbemaintainedforatleastoneyearbytheShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.andshallbeavailableforinspectionbyemployeesandtheirauthorizedrepresentatives.

• Trainingrecordsshallincludesigninsheetswitheachemployee’sname(printed),signature,ID#,anddateofthetraining.

• Thiswrittenprogramshallbeavailableforallemployeestoreview

Storagetimerequirementsrangebetween1,3,and5years.Checkthespecificregulationsthatapplytoyourindustry,butas“BestPractice,”storesafetyandtrainingrecordsfor5years.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferenceshttps://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/trench_excavation_fs.pdf,https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha2226.pdf, Subpart P,Excavations, of29 CFR 1926.650,29CFR1926.651,and29CFR1926.652,




9.0 APPENDICES

None.


TABLEOFCONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 DEFINITIONS

3.0 SAFETY

4.0 TRAINING

5.0 PROCEDURE

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

7.0 REFERENCES


9.0 APPENDICES

AUTHORIZATION


ShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC. WELDING,CUTTING,HOTWORK

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1.0 PURPOSE

WeldingandHotWork,suchasbrazingorgrindingpresentasignificantopportunityforfireandinjury.All

precautions of this programmust be applied prior to commencing anywelding or hotwork by company

employeesorcontractors.

1.1 SCOPE

ThisprocedureappliestoallShallowRiverConstructionServicesLLC.employeesandsubcontractors.When

work is performed on a non-owned or operated site, the operator’s program shall take precedence,

however, this document covers Shallow River Construction Services LLC. employees and contractors and

shallbeusedonownedpremises,orwhenanoperator’sprogramdoesnotexistorislessstringent.

2.0 DEFINITIONS


Term Description/ExplanationWelding/HotWorksProcedures Anyactivitywhichresultsinsparks,fire,moltenslag,orhotmaterial

whichhasthepotentialtocausefiresorexplosions.

ExamplesofHotWorks: Cutting, Brazing, Soldering, Thawing Pipes, Torch Applied Roofing,

GrindingandWelding.

SpecialHazardOccupancies: Any area containing Flammable Liquids, Dust Accumulation, Gases,

Plastics,RubberandPaperProducts


2.1.1 Management

• Provide training for all employeeswhose task includeheat, sparkor flameproducingoperations

suchaswelding,brazing,orgrinding.

• Developandmonitoreffectivehotworkprocedures.

• Providesafeequipmentforhotwork.

• Provideventilationand/orrespiratoryequipmentisusedwhenhazardousfumes/gasesordustmay

bepresent.

• ProvideproperandeffectivePPEforallhotwork.

2.1.2 Supervisors

• Monitorallhotworkoperations.

• EnsureallhotworkequipmentandPPEareinsafeworkingorder.

• Ensuredefectivehotworkequipmentisremovedfromservice.

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• Allowonlytrainedandauthorizedemployeestoconducthotwork.

• Ensurepermitsareusedforallhotworkoutsideauthorizedareas.

2.1.3 Employees

• Ensurethathotworkactivitiesmustnotbeperformedifitisunsafetodoso.

• Followallhotworkprocedures.

• ProperlyuseappropriatehotworkPPE.

• Inspectallhotworkequipmentbeforeuse.

• Reportanyequipmentproblems.

• Notusedamagedhotworkequipment.

3.0 SAFETY

3.1 Hazards

• Fires&Explosions.

• Skinburns.

• Welding"blindness."

• Respiratoryhazardsfromfumes&smoke.

3.2 PersonalProtection

• Helmetsandhandshieldsshallbemadeofmaterial,whichisaninsulatorforheatandelectricity.

• Helmets, shields, and goggles shall not be readily flammable and shall be capable of withstanding

sterilization.

• Helmets and hand shields shall be arranged to protect the face, neck, and ears fromdirect radiant

energyfromthearc.

• Helmetsshallbeprovidedwithfilterplatesandcoverplatesdesignedforeasyremoval.

• Allpartsshallbeconstructedofmaterial,whichwillnotreadilycorrodeordiscolortheskin.

• Gogglesshallbeventilatedtopreventfoggingofthelensesasmuchaspracticable.

• Allglassforlensesshallbetempered,substantiallyfreefromscratches,airbubbles,wavesandother

flaws. Except when a lens is ground to provide proper optical vision correction, the front and rear

surfacesoflensesandwindowsshallbesmoothandparallel.

• Lenses shall bear some permanent distinctive marking which may readily identify the source and

shade.

• Adequatehandprotectionandclothingmustbeusedtoprotectthebodyfromweldinghazards.

3.2.1 FirstAidEquipment

First aid equipment shall be available at all times. All injuries shall be reported as soon as possible for

medicalattention.Firstaidshallberendereduntilmedicalattentioncanbeprovided.


4.0 TRAINING

Allaffectedemployeeincludingwelders/cuttersandFireWatchemployeesareprovidedHotWorktraining.

Trainingshallinclude:

• ReviewofrequirementslistedinOSHA1910.252.

• UseofHotWorksPermitSystem.

• SupervisorResponsibilities.

• FireWatchResponsibilities-specifically,thefirewatchmustknow:

v ThattheirONLYdutyisFireWatch.

v Whentheycanterminatethewatch.

v Howtousetheprovidedfireextinguisher.

v Howtoactivatefirealarmifthefireisbeyondtheincipientstage.

• OperatorResponsibilities.

• ContractorsResponsibilities.

• Documentationrequirements.

• RespiratorUsagerequirements.

• FireExtinguishertraining.

5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 HotWorksProcedures

OSHA29CFR1910.252requiredfirepreventionactionsforwelding/hotworks.

Wherepracticableallcombustiblesshallberelocatedatleast35feetfromtheworksite.Whererelocation

is impractical, combustibles shall be protected with flame-proof covers, shielded with metal, guards,

curtains,orwetdownmaterialtohelppreventignitionofmaterial.

• Ducts, conveyor systems, and augers that might carry sparks to distant combustibles shall be

protectedorshutdown.

• Wherecuttingorweldingisdonenearwalls,partitions,ceilings,oraroofofcombustibleconstruction,

fire-resistantshieldsorguardsshallbeprovidedtopreventignition.

• If welding is to be done on a metal wall, partition, ceiling, or roof, precautions shall be taken to

prevent ignition of combustibles on the other side, due to conduction or radiation of heat.Where

combustibles cannot be relocated on the opposite side of the work, a fire watch person shall be

requiredontheoppositesideofthework.

• Welding shall not be attemptedon ametal partition,wall, ceilingor roof having a coveringnor on

wallshavingcombustiblesandwichpanelconstruction.

Cuttingorweldingonpipesorothermetal incontactwithcombustiblewalls,partitions,ceilings,or roofs

shallnotbeundertakeniftheworkiscloseenoughtocauseignitionbycombustion.Cuttingorweldingshall

notbepermittedinthefollowingsituations:

• Inareasnotauthorizedbymanagement.


• Insprinkledbuildings,whilesuchprotectionisimpaired.

• Inthepresenceofpotentiallyexplosiveatmospheres,e.g.aflammable

• Inareasnearthestorageoflargequantitiesofexposed,readilyignitablematerials.

• Inareaswherethereisdustaccumulationofgreaterthan1/16inchwithin35feetoftheareawhere

welding/hot works will be conducted. All dust accumulation should be cleaned up following thehousekeepingprogramofthefacilitybeforewelding/hotworksarepermitted.

v Suitableextinguishersshallbeprovidedandmaintainedandshallbe readilyavailable, ready for

instantuse.

v Thefirewatchshallbeprovidedduringandforaminimumof1/2hourpastthecompletionofthe

weldingproject.

v Acutting/weldingpermitwillbeissuedonallweldingorcuttingoutsideofthedesignatedwelding

area.

5.2 Welding&HotWorkFirePreventionMeasures

Adesignatedweldingareashouldbeestablishedtomeetthemfollowingrequirements:

• Floorssweptandcleanofcombustibleswithin35ft.oftheworkarea.

• Flammableandcombustibleliquidsandmaterialwillbekept35ft.fromworkarea.

• Adequate ventilation providing 20 air changes per hour, such as a suction hood system should be

providedtotheworkarea.

• Atleastone10lb.Drychemicalfireextinguishershouldbewithinaccessofthe35ft.oftheworkarea.

• Protective dividers such as welding curtains or non-combustible walls will be provided to contain

sparksandslagtothecombustiblefreearea.

5.2.1 RequirementsforWeldingConductedOutsidetheDesignatedWeldingArea

• Portableweldingcurtainsorshieldsmustbeusedtoprotectotherworkersintheweldingarea.

• Ahotworkspermitmustbecompletedandcompliedwithpriortotheweldingoperation.

• Respiratoryprotectionismandatoryunlessanadequatemonitoredairflowawayfromthewelder

andotherspresentcanbeestablishedandmaintained.

• Plasticmaterialsbecoveredwithweldingtarpsduringweldingprocedures

• FireWatchisrequiredforallhotworkoperations.

5.3 WeldingStandardOperatingProcedures

ThefollowingpageslisttheWeldingStandardOperatingProcedures(SOP)andareapplicableforallelectricand gas welding. These SOPs are to be posted at each DesignatedWelding & HotWork Area for quick

referenceandreview.

5.3.1 SOP-ElectricWelding

PerformSafetyCheckonallequipment

• Ensurefireextinguisherischargedandreadilyavailable


• Ensure electrical cord, electrode holder and cables are free from defects (no cable splices are

allowedwithin10feetoftheelectrodeholder.

• Ensure PPE (welding hood, gloves, rubber boots/soled shoes, aprons) are available and have no

defects.

• Ensuretheweldingunitisproperlygrounded.

• Alldefectiveequipmentmustberepairedorreplacedbeforeuse.

Removeflammablesandcombustibles

• No welding is permitted on or near containers of flammable material, combustible material or

unprotectedflammablestructures.

• Placeweldingscreenorsuitablebarricadearoundtheworkareatoprovideafiresafetyzoneand

preventinjuriestopassersby(Donotblockemergencyexitsorrestrictventilation).

ü EnsureAdequateVentilationandLightingü ExecuteHotWorkPermitproceduresü SetVoltageRegulator

Nohigherthanthefollowingfor:

• ManualAlternatingCurrentWelders-80volts

• AutomaticAlternatingCurrentWelders-100volts

• ManualorautomaticDirectCurrentWelders-100volts

Uncoilandspreadoutweldingcable

Toavoidoverheating,ensurepropercontactofwork leadsandconnections,removeanymetal fragments

frommagneticwork clamps (to avoid electric shockdonotwrapwelding cables around a bodypart and

avoidweldinginwetconditions)

ü Firewatchforonehourafterwelding&untilallweldshavecooledü Performfinalfirewatchandterminatethepermit.

5.3.2 SOP:GasWelding

PerformSafetyCheckonallequipment

• Ensuretankshavegasandfittingsaretight

• Ensurefireextinguisherischargedandavailable

• Ensurehoseshavenodefects

• Ensure PPE (welding hood, gloves, rubber boots/soled shoes, aprons) are available and have no

defects.

• Alldefectiveequipmentmustberepairedorreplacebeforeuse.

Removeflammablesandcombustibles

• No welding is permitted on or near containers of flammable material, combustible material or

unprotectedflammablestructures.


• Place welding screen or suitable barricade around work area to provide a fire safety zone and

preventinjuriestopassersby(Donotblockemergencyexitsorrestrictventilation)

ü EnsureAdequateVentilationandLightingü ExecuteHotWorkPermitproceduresü OpenValvesonOxygenandGastankstodesiredflow

ü ShutTankValves&relievehosepressure.Storehosesü Firewatchforonehourafterwelding&untilallweldshavecooledü Performfinalfirewatchandterminatethepermit.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING

Anaccuraterecordofthemedicalsurveillancerequiredshallberetained.Thisrecordshallberetainedfor

theperiodspecifiedandmeetthecriteriaof(§3204.AccesstoEmployeeExposureandMedicalRecords).

Therecordrequiredshallincludeatleastthefollowinginformation:

• Alltrainingrecords.

• Thenameandsocialsecuritynumberoftheemployee.

• Physician'swrittenopinionsrecommendedlimitations,andresultsofexaminationsandtests.

• Anyemployeemedicalcomplaintsrelatedtoexposuretohazardoussubstances.

• Acopyoftheinformationprovidedtotheexaminingphysicianbytheemployer,withtheexception

ofthestandardanditsappendices.

7.0 REFERENCES

1. Documents&ExternalReferencesfile:///F:/USRAVs%20Working/2nd%20Set/New%20Set/103.%20Welding,%20Cutting,%20Hot%20Wor

k/Research/hotworkprogram.pdf,_https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/6e4e348048865839b4cef6

6a6515bb18/1-6%2BWaste%2BManagement.pdf?MOD=AJPERES,Reference:OSHA29CFR1910.252.




9.0 APPENDICES

None.