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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL......................................................................................................................1 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................2 2.1. PROJECT SUMMARY......................................................................................................2 2.2. DETAILS OF KEY ON SITE/OFF SITE PERSONNEL................................................................2 3. MANAGEMENT OF THE WORKS.................................................................................3 3.1. MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE AND RESPONSIBILITIES...............................................................3 3.2. SPECIFIC HSE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:...................................................................3 3.3. MATRIX OF ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR CLIENT NAME PROJECT SITE WORKS:.........3 4. COMPANY NAME. HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY..................6 4.1. GENERAL STATEMENT OF INTENT:....................................................................................6 4.2. GENERAL POLICY STATEMENT:.......................................................................................6 4.3. RESPONSIBILITIES.........................................................................................................7 4.4. FURTHER INFORMATION / ARRANGEMENTS:.........................................................................8 5. SITE SAFETY PROCEDURES......................................................................................9 5.1. ON-SITE HSE COMMUNICATIONS....................................................................................9 5.2. CDM CONTRACTOR SITE MEETINGS: .............................................................................9 5.3. CO-ORDINATION AND LOOK AHEAD:.................................................................................9 5.4. CONSULTATION WITH THE WORK FORCE: ............................................................................10 5.5. HANDLING DESIGN CHANGES/TECHNICAL QUERIES DURING THE PROJECT:................................10 5.6. THE SELECTION AND CONTROL OF SUBCONTRACTORS ...........................................................10 5.7. LEVELS OF HSE MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISION:...............................................................11 5.8. COMPETENCE & TRAINING: ...........................................................................................11 5.9. DISSEMINATION OF HSE INFORMATION TO THE WORKFORCE...................................................13 5.10. WORK SITE SECURITY/ACCESS ....................................................................................13 5.11. SITE INDUCTION .........................................................................................................13 5.12. VISITORS .................................................................................................................14 5.13. TOOLBOX TALKS/DAILY BRIEFINGS................................................................................14 5.14. WELFARE FACILITIES AND FIRST AID .............................................................................14 5.15. REPORTING OF INJURIES, DEATHS AND DANGEROUS OCCURRENCES......................................15 5.16. PRODUCTION OF RAMS..............................................................................................16 5.17. PERMIT TO WORK......................................................................................................17 5.18. SITE RULES (INCLUDING DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY) .......................................................18 5.19. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ...................................................................18 5.20. SITE FIRE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ......................................................................18 6. ARRANGEMENTS FOR CONTROLLING SIGNIFICANT SITE RISKS.........................20 6.1. DELIVERY AND REMOVAL OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS (INC. WASTE)..................................20 Page iv
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1. General 1.1. This plan covers the HSE requirements, accident prevention rules and safety program to be applied to the contracted work for CLIENT NAME on the PROJECT NAME that will be performed by COMPANY NAME as Construction Subcontractor under the supervision of CDM CONTRACTOR NAME Ltd. 1.2. The primary purpose of this plan is to provide a guideline for preventing any accidents and incidents which may injure Employees, damage property, or damage the environment at the construction site. COMPANY NAME shall abide by the safety rules and other regulations imposed at the site by the Health and Safety Executive and the provisions of applicable laws, rules and regulations, including rules and procedures as applicable from CDM CONTACTOR NAME and CLIENT NAME. 1.3. All works carried out on the PROJECT/LOCATION NAME site, or in CDM CONTRACTOR NAME controlled lay down areas, will be governed by the CDM CONTRACTOR NAME Construction and Completion HSE Plan.
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2. Project Description 2.1. Project Summary 2.1.1. DETAILS OF THE PROJECT TO BE COVERED BY THIS HSE PLAN (scope of work, location, any other relevant information on CDM contractor/client etc.
2.2. Details of Key on Site/Off Site Personnel 2.2.1. COMPANY NAME (Head Office) COMPANY ADDRESS Engineering Manager: HSE Director: Site Manager/HSE Manager:
2.2.2. Project Engineer: 2.2.3. PROJECT NAME PROJECT ADDRESS Project Manager: QA/QC / Site Coordination:
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3. MANAGEMENT OF THE WORKS 3.1. Management Structure and Responsibilities 3.1.1. COMPANY NAME has been contracted by CLIENT NAME, via the CDM Principle Contractor CDM CONTRACTOR NAME. The COMPANY NAME Site Management Team, supported by the COMPANY NAME. Head Office Team, is responsible for all HSE matters related to the mechanical installation works on site, under the overall supervision of CDM CONTRACTOR NAME. 3.1.2. Within COMPANY NAME. the HSE Director, supported by the Site Manager/HSE Manager, has overall accountability for the implementation of this HSE plan.
3.2. Specific HSE Roles and Responsibilities: 3.2.1. The HSE Director is responsible for: i)
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The safe execution of all works managed by COMPANY NAME. in accordance with the Statutory Requirements and, in the case of this project, the Vivergo/CLIENT rules and the CDM CONTRACTOR NAME HSE Plan. Regular review, update and approval of the company HSE plan and all project specific HSE plans. The appointment and authorisation of a competent HSE Manager with sufficient resources to fulfil his responsibilities.
3.2.2. The HSE Manager is responsible for: i) ii) iii) iv)
Providing competent HSE advice and assistance to the COMPANY NAME Site Management Team. Monitoring the implementation of the approved HSE Plan. Management of the Site HSE Team, including Site Management, Supervisors and Permit Acceptors. Activities as allocated under the responsibilities matrix.
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The safe execution of the works on site under their control in accordance with statutory requirements, CLIENT NAME rules and regulations, and this HSE plan. The management of any subcontractors working under their control. Activities as allocated under the responsibilities matrix.
3.3. Matrix of Roles and Responsibilities for CLIENT NAME Project Site Works: 3.3.1. The RASCI (Responsible – Accountable – Support – Consult – Inform) Matrix below summarises the responsibilities of relevant personnel and entities responsible for the works.
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4. COMPANY NAME. Health, Safety and Environmental Policy 4.1. General Statement of Intent: 4.1.1. COMPANY NAME. considers safety, health and environmental management to be of prime importance to its business and is committed to continual improvement in safety, health and environmental standards. i)
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The continuing intention of this Company is to provide and maintain safe and healthy working conditions, equipment and systems of work for all our employees and to provide such information, training and supervision, as they may need for this purpose. Our operations will be carried out with all reasonable and practicable safeguards against exposing other persons to risks to their health and safety of the environment. All employees are required to accept responsibility for ensuring, as far as is reasonably practicable, a safe and healthy environment in all their places of work. It is the duty of everyone to take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and their fellow workers, or any other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. It is the Company’s policy to comply with current and future Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation and to co-operate with those responsible for its enforcement. The policy will be kept up to date, particularly as the Company changes in nature and size. To ensure this, this policy and its effectiveness will be reviewed every year. Employees are reminded that it is a criminal offence for anyone to intentionally interfere with, or misuse, anything provided by the Company in the interests of Health and Safety as required by Law, or fail to use it properly. The policy statement shall be displayed in the offices of the Company, will be part of the site documentation available held by each supervisor, and shall be brought to the attention of all employees at the induction process and throughout the year by means of toolbox talks and audit systems. A copy shall be made available to any party interested on demand, including employees.
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26/07/2010 4.2.1. It is the policy of COMPANY NAME. to pursue high standards of safety, health and environmental management as an integral of efficient management of the business and ensure that decisions about other priorities take proper account of safety, health and environmental requirements. 4.2.2. Comply with all legislation requirements and Company policy pertaining to safety, health and the environment as the minimum standard. 4.2.3. Develop systems and procedures that deliver the high standards sought, and in particular provide for: i)
Well maintained plant and systems of work that are safe and without risk to health or the environment. ii) Suitable arrangements for selection, use, handling, storage and transport of articles and substances. iii) Adequate information, instruction, training and supervision to enable work to be carried out safely and without risk to the environment by persons with the necessary competence, iv) Safe premises and work places, including access to and egress from them. v) Safe and healthy working environment to prevent personal injury or damage to property. vi) Design which recognise, include and apply safe practice during preparation, construction and subsequent operational use and maintenance after completion of the project, and which consider environmental impact. vii) Prevention of polluting emission to air, land or water. viii) Control of noise, dust, smell, vibration, traffic movement or other nuisance or environmental effects which may cause offence to the local community or environment. ix) Waste management including recycling were appropriate. x) Communication, health surveillance and advisory facilities as required. xi) Develop and review clear safety, health and environmental performance indicators including: a) Accident and incident performance, b) Annual safety, health and environmental objectives, c) Training achievements, d) Audits.
4.3. Responsibilities 4.3.1. Overall responsibility for Health and Safety in the Company is that of the Managing Director. 4.3.2. General Manager has the delegated responsibility for ensuring that the conditions of this Policy are observed at all the Company’s worksites. In these matters, he reports directly to the Managing Director. Page 7
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26/07/2010 4.3.3. Company Safety Advisor shall work with all departments, co-ordinate, consult and advise, to achieve a safe work place, ensure all legislation is fore filled and all controls are in place to achieve the spirit of the company’s policy. 4.3.4. A Nominated Site Safety Officer will be appointed at each workplace. i) ii) iii) iv)
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Has the day-to-day responsibility for ensuring that the spirit as well as the letter of this Policy is carried out. Reports directly to the General Manager Liaise with the Company and Clients Safety Co-ordinator, with particular reference to permits to work. Responsible for ensuring that all equipment, tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) are in good condition and used only for their intended purpose. Responsible for ensuring that only recognised good, safe working practices are observed on the site.
4.3.5. Whenever an employee encounters a Health, Safety or Environmental problem, they must report it to their Site Safety Officer or his deputy, as soon as practicable. 4.3.6. All employees have a responsibility to co-operate with the Company management and Safety Advisor or any person they may appoint, to work to achieve a healthy and safe workplace and to exercise all reasonable care of themselves and any others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. 4.3.7. Consultation on Health, Safety and Environmental matters, between employer and employees will be ongoing on a regular basis. 4.3.8. Responsibility for safety training, carrying out safety inspections, investigating accidents and monitoring maintenance of plant and equipment is undertaken by the General Manager and the Safety Advisor.
4.4. Further Information / Arrangements: 4.4.1. Site Specific arrangements, information and details shall be documented in job/project specific documentation. Issued By NAME DATE POSITION COMPANY NAME.
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5. Site Safety Procedures 5.1. On-Site HSE Communications. 5.1.1. It is a requirement of the CDM Contractor’s HSE plan that regular communications between COMPANY NAME, the site HSE team and the workforce are maintained in order to ensure that all HSE related information is adequately distributed. 5.1.2. The Company Site Management team will report to the CDM Contractor and will demonstrate their competence in safely performing the activities within the contract work scope, as well as complying with all site rules and regulations. The Company Site Management and Supervision Team will also be responsible for communicating all relevant safety information (RAMS, Permit Requirements, Safety Bulletins, etc) to the workforce, as well as discussing with the workforce any safety issues raised by them along with suggestions and ideas for improving safe working practices on site.
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CDM Contractor Site meetings:
5.2.1. From the CDM Contractor’s HSE plan, all meetings on site will begin with a HSE item covering general issues and specific issues that require action. 5.2.2. These meetings for COMPANY NAME will include, but not be limited to: i) On site Kick-off Meeting. ii) Daily co-ordination meetings. iii) Weekly HSE meetings. iv) Weekly Progress Meetings. 5.2.3. Specific additional meetings may be held when operations with increased risks or the follow up of incidents & near misses etc. necessitate.
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26/07/2010 5.3.1. As mentioned above, there will be daily co-ordination meetings between all contractors/subcontractors on site and the CDM Contractor’s management team. During this meeting any safety issues relating to upcoming works, and to ongoing works, will be raised. This meeting will also cover all upcoming activities for co-ordination with other contractors with an aim of a 2 week look-ahead. 5.3.2. A Company representative will attend each meeting and communicate all planned activities, interface issues and safety related information to the CDM Contractor’s representatives, and other site contractors. Any safety issues raised in the meeting will also be noted and communicated to the workforce in the morning briefing.
5.4. Consultation with the work force: 5.4.1. In order to ensure that all HSE procedures and actions are understood and carried out by the work force it is necessary to have regular communication and consultation with them. This will be carried out as part of the morning briefing and tool box talk session either on site, or in the site cabins. 5.4.2. Copies of the toolbox talk/site briefing/communication form will be made available to the CDM contractor
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Handling design changes/Technical Queries during the project:
5.5.1. The CDM Contractor may instigate design changes during the process of executing the contracted works. These design changes shall be communicated to Company via the CDM contractor’s document control system, as well as any associated risk factor the design changes will bring. 5.5.2. Design Changes identified or required during the execution of the contract works will be communicated to the client via a Technical Query form, detailing all aspect of the query including risk factors altered by the design change. 5.5.3. No design changes shall be carried out unless approved officially by the CDM Contractor.
5.6. The selection and control of subcontractors 5.6.1. All subcontractors brought onto site by Company will have been assessed by the company HSE Director with support from the company HSE Manager in order to make sure that they follow safe working practices. This may involve the submission by the subcontractor of a site HSE plan for approval. 5.6.2. The subcontractor will be expected to either submit their own safety documentation (RAMS, lifting plans, etc), or to sign onto and abide by established Company safety paperwork.
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26/07/2010 5.6.3. Before any subcontractor is brought onto site permission from the CDM Contractor must be sought.
5.7. Levels of HSE Management & Supervision: 5.7.1. The following matrix (from the CDM CONTRACTOR NAME Project HSE Plan) specifies the level of HSE Supervision to be maintained by all Contractors working on the project: Number of Persons on Site 1–5 8 – 14 15 – 50 * 51 – 100 * >100 *
HSE Director
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Manager Full Time on site assumes HSE Supervisory Roles or delegates to a competent Supervisor who is full time on site. Visit 1 day per week As Above Visit 3 days per week As Above 1 Full Time 1 Full Time 1 Full Time 1 Full Time / 50 persons on site
Exceptions to the above: *1 Full HSE Supervisor Time / 30 persons during night shifts. *1 Full Time / 15 personnel executing High Risk activities.* Table 3.2: Levels of HSE Management & Supervision.
5.7.2. COMPANY NAME. will abide by the above minimum guides, with additional levels of HSE supervision being set using a Risk Based approach. Typical factors to be taken in to consideration when fixing the level of Supervision will be: i) ii) iii) iv) v)
Daylight Hours Density of personnel (workers / M2) Work above / below ground Impacts on / from nearby activities or installations Processes & Equipment used
5.7.3. For a list of officially appointed HSE personnel assigned by COMPANY NAME. to the CLIENT NAME Project, along with their Cvs, please see Appendix 1.
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Competence & Training:
5.8.1. All personnel appointed to work on site shall have sufficient knowledge, experience and training to allow them to carry out the duties assigned to them in order to reduce the risk of injury, ill health and other incidents. 5.8.2. A record of all personnel working on site will be kept in the site office and will include copies of all relevant certificates, cards and other evidence of adequate qualification; as well as a detailed CV. All personnel will possess a minimum of a valid CCNSG Safety Passport, or a valid CSCS Card (or other equivalent certification).
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Competency Requirements
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HSE Director HSE Manager/Site Manager QA/QC Manager Supervisor
IOSH accredited CCNSG Supervisor accredited Valid certification for crane operation. CSCS accredited IPAF of similar CSCS accredited CSCS accredited
Crane Operators Telehandler Operator MEWP Operator Rigger Banksman/Slinger/Signall er Steel Erector Fitter
CSCS accredited CSCS accredited or similar CSCS accredited or similar CSCS accredited or similar CCNSG CSCS accredited
Welder Plater Labourer Table 3.3: Position/Trade Competency Requirements.
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Table 3.4: Activity Competency Requirements.
5.9. Dissemination of HSE information to the workforce 5.9.1. Instruction on specific activities will be given on site where required in the form of a Safety Briefing/Toolbox Talk. This Briefing will be recorded and any issues regarding additional training required by personnel raised. Training will then be organised as necessary so that all personnel can carry out their assigned tasks safely. 5.9.2. The training may take the form of an additional Toolbox Talk, in-house training courses, or an external accredited training course depending on the CDM Contractor’s requirements.
5.10. Work Site Security/Access 5.10.1. Security and Access to the site as a whole is managed by the CDM Contractor using their project specific Site Security Program. This includes a Traffic Management Plan detailing access, egress and traffic flows on site, as well as control measures. All relevant procedures and rules for access to site will be communicated to the workforce and enforced. 5.10.2. All major equipment deliveries, particularly abnormal loads, will be notified in advance to the CDM Contractor and a specific Risk Assessment will be submitted if necessary. 5.10.3. Access to the work area will be controlled by COMPANY NAME in coordination with any interface contractors. Barriers will be erected around all work area complete with relevant warning signs, and the area will be monitored by supervision staff.
5.11. Site Induction 5.11.1. Before working on site all personnel will have attended the Client Induction Program site specific induction. The induction covers access through the site, site working rules and regulations, emergency procedures, behavioural safety and HSE requirements. 5.11.2. Should any visitors require access to site an application for a visitor’s pass will be made to CDM CONTRACTOR NAME. All visitors accessing site will be temporarily issued with a complete set of PPE and will sit a client visitor’s induction. Page 13
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26/07/2010 5.11.3. All training will be validated and records of inductees shall be maintained by the relevant CDM Contractor HSE Trainer. All inductees will be given a copy of the Contractors Induction Handbook and a copy of Just Rules.
Once the induction has been completed and the personnel are on site they will be briefed and taken through all relevant method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments etc. Any further job specific training will be carried out at this point also.
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5.12. Visitors 5.12.1. Personnel who will access the site on a visitor’s pass due to the short term duration of their involvement on site will attend the visitor’s induction at the client gatehouse as mentioned above; and will also be accompanied by a fully inducted ‘Host’ at all times at all times.
5.13. Toolbox Talks/Daily Briefings 5.13.1. It is a standard practice for COMPANY NAME. to carry out a daily pre-work briefing and toolbox talk. The briefing/Toolbox Talk will be given to all employees and sub-contractor employees working on site by either supervisors or management staff, and will cover: i) The days planned activities. ii) Work hazards and environment. iii) Reinforcement of safe working practices relevant to the work being carried out, as well as to interface operations. iv) Any safety bulletins or safety moments handed down by the CDM Contractor’s site HSSE team. 5.13.2. All employees/sub-con employees will be required to sign onto the Daily Briefing/Toolbox Talk form to indicate that they have received and understood the briefing, and that they agree to follow the safe working practices detailed. 5.13.3. Copies of all toolbox talks given will be kept on site and will be available for audit. Copies of the daily briefing/toolbox talk will also be made available to the CDM Contractors HSE Manager or Supervisor.
5.14. Welfare facilities and First Aid Contractor Village 5.14.1. The CDM Contractor has provided temporary welfare facilities on site in the form of a construction village. The facilities include: i) First Aid facilities ii) Toxic Refuges iii) Smoking facilities iv) Changing and Drying Rooms v) Toilet and Washing Facilities Canteen and Messing 5.14.2. These facilities must be kept clean and tidy at all times and will be subject to inspection by the CDM Contractor. Page 14
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26/07/2010 5.14.3. The CDM Contractor has also provided transportation on and off site at the beginning and end of each shift between the contractor’s car park and the construction village. Medical and First Aid Cover 5.14.4. COMPANY NAME. will provide an adequate number of first aiders based on the level of risk from the work being carried out, with a minimum of one every 25 operatives. 5.14.5. The CDM contractor has provided first aid facilities in the construction village in the form of a site clinic with a full time Nurse (The Nurse will only be available during regular project hours).
5.15. Reporting of Injuries, Deaths and Dangerous Occurrences. 5.15.1. It is the responsibility of all contractors to ensure that all incidents are investigated, reported to the CDM Contractor and, where necessary, registered with the HSE. The site management team will initiate and participate in the investigation and will ensure that any lessons learnt from the investigation are implemented on site. 5.15.2. The Company HSE Manager is responsible for ensuring the investigation, reporting and registration of all incidents is carried out correctly and will report back to the HSE director. 5.15.3. Every site employee will IMMEDIATELY report all incidents to his Supervisor. The relevant Supervisor will then report the incident to the Site Management Team and/or to the Company HSE Director. All near miss incidents must also be reported. 5.15.4. The requirements for the statutory reporting of incidents under the UK RIDDOR Regulations will be complied with. The CDM Contractor will be included in all reports. 5.15.5. The CDM CONTRACTOR Construction Manager will notify Vivergo and CDM CONTRACTOR Management. CDM Contractor Safety Observation Cards (SOC’s) 5.15.6. Safety Observation Cards will be made readily available within all areas of the project. These cards, which can be completed by anyone, are part of the CDM Contractor’s accident prevention strategy for the following reasons: i) ii) iii)
They indicate what can be improved and how. They provide valuable feedback on what went well and therefore what needs to be anchored in systems. They can be used during inspections to focus on specific site activities
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26/07/2010 in box located outside the Medics Cabin. The person filling them in can remain anonymous if so desired. Investigation 5.15.8. The COMPANY NAME HSE Manager will ensure that the correct incident investigation procedure is followed as per COMPANY NAME standard practices. They will also ensure that the correct level of investigation is followed, based on the actual/potential outcome of the incident, and that the CDM Contractor is kept informed. 5.15.9. The findings of any incident investigations shall be written into a formal report and presented to the CDM Contractor’s Site Manager and HSE Manager. 5.15.10. A preliminary report will be drawn up and submitted within 24 hours of the incident. Participants of Investigations 5.15.11. The first participant in any incident investigation will be the direct line supervisor of the injured party due to the fact that they are familiar with the local conditions, risks and requirements of the area; and that they are familiar with the personnel involved. The COMPANY NAME HSE Director, Project Manager, Site Manager and HSE Manager will all be involved in the investigation. 5.15.12. Participants in the investigation will gain the knowledge required to avoid similar incidents in the future. 5.15.13. The CDM contractor Construction Manager and HSE Manager shall also be involved in all investigations, and shall implement the CDM CONTRACTOR procedure for determining ownership of the incident.
5.16. Production of RAMS 5.16.1. A Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) will be written for all work activities to be carried out on site. It is a requirement of the CDM Contractor that all RAMS packs are submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the planned start of work. The RAMS documents shall be written according to the guidance of the CDM Contractor. 5.16.2. The CDM Contractor Site Manager will have accountability for the review of each RAMS, and will delegate the responsibility to perform the review to the relevant disciplines who will give feedback regarding necessary alterations, or approval for commencement of work and application for permits. 5.16.3. For RAMS involving particularly high risk activities (e.g. confined space working, heavy lifting, working at height etc.) the CDM contractor requires that a group discussion be held between all relevant parties on site. The workforce will be consulted about the RAMS and all employees carrying out the task shall be made aware of the risks associated with the Page 16
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26/07/2010 task, the method by which the task is to be carried out, the type of PPE to be used and any physical protection systems, including safe work systems. The RAMS shall be updated as a result of any learning from audits or incidents or when the situation changes during the execution of the work. 5.16.4. General site conditions shall also be taken into account in the assessment of the works, with interface operations, plant movements and possible external risks identified. 5.16.5. In the event that the conditions or circumstances change in such a way as to require a significant change in the work or procedure then the RAMS will become invalid and work should stop. Work may only start again after the RAMS has been reviewed and revised to reflect the new conditions, and has been approved by the relevant parties. 5.16.6. For high risk activities such as working at height, heavy lifts, confined space working etc, this process shall take the form of a group discussion between all relevant parties. In the event that conditions or circumstances change which constitute a significant change to the work, Method Statements and Risk Assessments will become invalid and the work will be suspended. The Method Statement and Risk Assessment will then be reviewed and revised to reflect the new conditions and circumstances. Where any change or revision of a Method Statement or Risk Assessment is required, work may not proceed or commence until subsequent review and acceptance by the CDM CONTRACTOR Site Manager. 5.16.7. Approved RAMS shall be communicated to those carrying out the work via a briefing session prior to the work. Following the briefing all personnel will be required to sign onto the RAMS document indicating that they have understood the work procedures given in the document, and that they agree to abide by them. 5.16.8. In addition to these RAMS documents it is a requirement of the CDM Contractor that Supervisors/Permit Holders carry out Daily Task Safety Awareness (TSA) forms. These forms are provided by the CDM Contractor and are for the identification of unforeseen hazards or changed conditions at the work place.
5.17. Permit to Work 5.17.1. All work on the Vivergo Fuel Project is controlled by the CDM CONTRACTOR site permit to work system. No work can be carried out on site without a valid permit being in place. All supervisors and other personnel who will be taking permits out will have sat through the CDM CONTRACTOR Permit Acceptors course with the site permit controller. 5.17.2. Before work starts the supervisor will discuss the job with the personnel under his control and explain the RAMS, permit and any other safety requirements. The supervisors will then take out the required Page 17
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5.18. Site Rules (Including drug and alcohol policy) 5.18.1. The CLIENT NAME Project Site rules are defined in the Bioethanol Project Induction Handbook which is issued during the VIP induction. This booklet details all rules, regulations and policies relevant to the site and should be read by all personnel. 5.18.2. The site operates a strict drug and alcohol policy, which includes random drug and alcohol testing throughout the project. Under no circumstances should drugs or alcohol be consumed on site, nor should personnel attend site whilst still under the influence. Personnel who have been chosen for a random test will have their site access cards deactivated whilst on site. If personnel attempting to leave the site find their card does not work they should report to the CLIENT gatehouse for the D&A testing. 5.18.3. Any personnel found to be using drugs or alcohol whilst on site, or attempting to access site whilst under the influence, will have their access cards removed and will be banned from site. 5.18.4. Misuse of legal substances will also be treated as a disciplinary offence. Any person taking medication that is likely to impair their performance at work is required to inform their immediate Supervisor or Manager.
5.19. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 5.19.1. i)
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3.1.2. Additional task specific PPE will be issued as necessary according to the RAMS process and may include: i) Full body safety harnesses (c/w 1m fall restraint lanyard or fall arrest lanyards) ii) Inertia Reels iii) Goggles and Face Shields
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26/07/2010 Fire – This is a continuous bell which is tested every Wednesday at 13:45hrs. The site canteen fire alarm is tested at 14:15hrs every Wednesday. On hearing the fire alarm at any other time, the following action should be taken: a) Stop work immediately b) Switch off all tools and equipment c) Withdraw from any confined spaces d) Proceed to the designated Muster Point located within the construction village Toxic – This is an air-raid type siren which is tested every Wednesday at 14:00hrs. On hearing the toxic alarm at any other time, the following action should be taken: a) Stop work immediately b) Switch off all tools and equipment c) Withdraw from any confined spaces d) Proceed to the nearest designated Toxic Refuge e) If driving a vehicle, stop, park the vehicle safely at the side of the road (leaving the key in the ignition) and proceed to the nearest Toxic Refuge f) Note: Check the wind direction from one of the wind socks that are positioned on the construction site and the surrounding CLIENT Plant
3.1.4. In the event of any of the aforementioned alarms sounding, then all permits will be suspended. Restart of work is only allowed with the permission of the CDM Contractor Permit Issuer. Emergency Response 3.1.5. In the event of any accident or emergency situation on the site, the Client Emergency Response Team (ERT) should be summoned by dialling: i) (9) 892511 from the nearest CDM CONTRACTOR NAME telephone OR ii) 2222 from a CLIENT Internal Phone or a SWICS Phone 3.1.6. If either of these phones are not readily accessible, then the nearest Supervisor should be requested to summon ERT assistance via his/her radio (Channel 2) 3.1.7. Emergency numbers shall be posted at strategic locations and emergency equipment shall be routinely inspected. 3.1.8. All minor first aid injuries should be treated by the Site Medic who is located in the construction village (next to the permit office). 3.1.9. Detailed Project Specific Emergency and Evacuation arrangements are provided in Site Emergency Evacuations Procedure.
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6. ARRANGEMENTS FOR CONTROLLING SIGNIFICANT SITE RISKS 6.1. Delivery and Removal of Equipment and Materials (inc. Waste) 3.1.10. It is a requirement of the CDM Contractor that all plant brought onto site is first inspected by a competent person from Hewden Hire. This is applicable, but not limited, to the following items: i) Vans ii) Cranes iii) Telehandlers / fork lifts iv) MEWPs v) Lighting towers 3.1.11. This is to check all statutory requirements for the item in question have been met. Once the Hewden inspection is complete they will submit a Mobile Plant Reception Report to the permit office who will then allow the item onto site. 3.1.12. The delivery and offloading of equipment/materials is controlled by the CDM Contractor’s Materials Controller who is based at an offsite location (Unit 7). The Company Materials Controller will advise the CDM controller when free issue materials held by the CDM Contractor is required on site and he/she will arrange delivery. Page 20
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26/07/2010 3.1.13. Offloading by forklift truck will be subject to an approved RAMS and a daily permit issued by the CDM Contractor. Offloading by crane will be subject to an approved RAMS and lifting plan. On approval of these documents, a Permit will be issued by CDM CONTRACTOR. 3.1.14. All waste generated on the project is managed on behalf of the CDM Contractor by a competent Environmental Management Contractor (Cleartech).
6.2. Dealing with Services 3.1.15. As with all sites there is a risk due to site services such as electrical cabling and gas lines. It is not expected that there will be any need to excavate or drill in areas where there are buried services; however there are a number of existing pipe bridges carrying overhead services which will need to be considered in relation to deliveries of plant and equipment to the project, and when planning lifts.
6.3. Stability of Structures during Construction Work 3.1.16. Temporary supports, such as bracing, guys or stays, must be used during the erection of any structure which may be unstable or liable to collapse before it is completed. Additionally, where any work is carried out which is likely to adversely affect the foundations or stability of any existing building or structure (or one under construction), all practicable precautions, such as shoring, must be taken.
6.4. Preventing falls 3.1.17. Efforts will be made to avoid working at height activities where possible; however in some cases this will not be possible. In such cases a specific risk assessment shall be carried out in compliance with the Work at Height Regulations and PUWER. 3.1.18. All personnel working at height will be experienced and where required will have received the necessary training. Additional task specific PPE and equipment will be provided for the activity and will be in possession of the relevant certifications.
6.5. Work with or near fragile materials 3.1.19. Working on fragile roofing materials must be avoided. If this is not possible then measures should be taken to ensure safe access for personnel. This will include the use of roof boards to spread the weight, and guard rails installed to provide good hand holds and provide edge protection.
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26/07/2010 3.1.21. The Appointed Person is responsible for the production of the following documentation: i) A method statement / lift plan and a task risk assessment for all routine lifting operations ii) A specific method statement / task risk assessment is made for heavy, critical and/or complex lifts. The Method Statements and Task Risk Assessment will follow the issue, revision implementation process described earlier in this section. iii) Risk Assessments/Lifting Plans for all lifting operations shall address the following: a) The potential for falling objects b) Method of communication between the lifting team c) Safe positioning of personnel d) Load path, snagging and obstruction hazards e) Suitability of equipment, SWL, centre of gravity and rigging arrangements f) Forces generated when using mobile lifting equipment g) Effect of weather conditions on the load h) Ground loadings i) Potential for collision with other cranes operating in close proximity 3.1.22. All personnel shall be kept clear of the intended drop zone of the item to be lifted, and the path of the load as it is moved into position. Hard barriers and warning signs shall be placed to identify the restricted areas. Tag lines must be fixed to all loads and used to prevent the load from turning or swinging, and assist with positioning.
6.7. The maintenance of plant and equipment 3.1.23. An inspection schedule shall be developed on site for all equipment in order to ensure that all equipment is in compliance with both the relevant PUWER and LOLER regulations, as well as the CDM contractor’s site specific regulations. From the CDM contractor’s HSE plan this is to cover as a minimum: i) Site plant and vehicles such as MEWPs, fork-lifts etc ii) Lifting equipment including cranes, lifts, chains, blocks etc iii) Access equipment including ladders and stepladders iv) Scaffolding including ‘easy-fix’ self-build towers v) Safety harnesses, lanyards, anchor points and running lines vi) Fall harnesses complete with shock-absorber and lanyards vii) Safety Nets viii) Electrical tools ix) Other portable tools such as pneumatic tools, abrasive wheels and cartridge tools x) Any equipment specifically requiring inspection under national / local legislation
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26/07/2010 Any equipment requiring routine inspection by a competent person according to the manufacturers operating instructions. Additionally, each contractor shall ensure that: a) All vehicle / equipment operators are competent and licensed. b) All equipment used is in compliance with UK certification and legislation requirements c) A PUWER assessment is available for the equipment, as required. d) Powered tools and equipment are only used by operatives trained in their use. e) Tools and equipment have been inspected prior to use on site, including hired tools and equipment. Inspection shall always be carried out by a competent person. For portable electrical tools this will be by a qualified electrician. A site specific quarterly colour coding system will be used. f) Equipment is individually numbered, labelled and registered. g) No modified equipment is brought on-site unless the modification has been approved by a competent person (i.e. typically the equipment supplier or vendor or an engineer). h) Inspection systems meet the manufacturer’s or supplier’s specifications i) Records of inspections are maintained. j) Equipment is identified with the relevant colour code k) Copies of inspection and test records are provided to the Principal Contractor when required.
6.8. Work where there are poor ground conditions 3.1.24. Care will be taken to assess the ground conditions in the work area with respect to the use of plant and other equipment. If the ground conditions are unsuitable alternative work methods will be sought, or corrective action shall be undertaken/requested from the CDM Contractor.
6.9. Traffic routes and segregation of vehicles and pedestrians 3.1.25. The CDM Contractor has put in place a Site Traffic Management Plan which details the specific arrangements for the segregation of vehicles and pedestrians within the construction area. The CDM Contractor will issue Company with an updated site layout drawing indicating traffic and pedestrian routes 3.1.26. The CDM Contractor shall issue a site layout drawing showing designated traffic and pedestrian routes, and shall update it as required as the project progresses. If a road closure is required then COMPANY NAME. shall submit a Road Closure Request Form to the permit office at lease 24hrs in advance. The CDM contractor shall inform Company of any road closures which may affect their works. Page 23
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6.10. Storage of materials (particularly hazardous materials) and work equipment 3.1.27. Before any potentially hazardous substance is brought onto site a COSHH assessment will be carried out based on the product’s Material Safety Data Sheet. These documents will be submitted to the CDM Contractor Project HSE Manager for approval prior to the substance being brought onto site. The assessment will cover the safe storage of the substance, handling and disposal procedures, as well as relevant treatment procedures in case of personal injury. 3.1.28. The COSHH assessment will comply with the UK COSHH regulations, as will the handling of the material on site. It is a requirement of the client that only the amount of chemicals required on site for daily usage be allowed (unless authorised otherwise). All containers will be clearly marked to identify their contents. Certain chemicals are required to be kept safely stored in specific locations on site. The CDM Contractor will notify Company of these locations and requirements on submission of the COSHH assessment/MSDS.
6.11. Confined Space Working 3.1.29. All confined space working on the project shall be in accordance with the UK Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, the basic requirements of which are: i) ii) iii) iv) 3.1.30. i) ii) iii) iv)
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Preventing the need for entry Identification of hazards and assessment of risks associated with Confined Spaces. Introduction of a safe system of work Emergency Procedures (including training) Prior to any entry the following must be in place: Correct training of all personnel both making the entry and performing standby duties. Formulation of a specific RAMS package for the confined space entry and works to be carried out within. Formulation of a specific rescue plan in case personnel working within the confined space get into difficulties. Provision of all required PPE and safety equipment identified as necessary in the RAMS (includes, but is not limited to, gas monitors, safety lights etc). Submission of all documents and training certificates to the CDM Contractor for approval. Valid Confined Space Work Permit.
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26/07/2010 list covers all tasks that are likely to involve COMPANY NAME, but is by no means exhaustive. i) All Confined Space Work ii) Work with ionising radiations (Radiography) iii) Work that requires changing flow of vehicles or pedestrian traffic iv) Any direct mechanical or electrical tie-ins to live or previously live systems v) Critical lifting Operations vi) Pressure testing, hydrostatic / pneumatic air. vii) Work involving the assembly or dismantling of heavy prefabricated components. viii) Any work on roofs, fragile or otherwise ix) Any work at height including steel erection, roofing and erection/dismantling of scaffolding x) Work within operating plant xi) Activities that expose employees to hazardous chemicals or biochemical substances xii) Hot Work xiii) 2 Tier working
6.13. Pressure Testing 3.1.32. Prior to any pressure testing taking place the COMPANY NAME testing procedures shall be submitted to the CDM Contractor for review and approval. Detailed RAMS packages will also be submitted for review and will detail the proposed work, working medium, pressures, barrier distances and personnel to be involved in the works. 3.1.33. All personnel involved in the pressure testing works shall be fully briefed on all procedures and RAMS and shall sign onto the RAMS log sheet to indicate that they understand the procedures etc, and that they will abide by the safe working practices outlined within. 3.1.34. All pressure testing works will be closely monitored by the Company supervisor at all times to ensure that safe working practices are meticulously followed.
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7. Health Risks: 7.1. Asbestos 3.1.35. There will be no materials containing asbestos used on this project. However as the CLIENT NAME site is located within the CLIENT facility it is possible that asbestos may be encountered on site when working on existing installations. The CDM Contractor shall inform Company if any works being carried out under the contract scope will involve encountering asbestos and specific RAMS will be developed for the controlled removal of the materials using an approved contractor. 3.1.36. If asbestos, or suspected asbestos, is encountered during normal working on site wok shall be stopped and the CDM Contractor informed so that the material can be tested and provisions made for its removal under the CDM Contractor’s Asbestos Management Plan.
7.2. Manual Handling 3.1.37. Risk of Musculo-skeletal injuries shall be eliminated by providing alternative mechanical means of lifting/moving loads where practicable, and by employing safe handling methods based on RAMS etc. Suitable gloves shall be provided to mitigate the risk of hand injuries. 3.1.38. When lifting objects, personnel shall follow safe manual handling procedures as outlined in their CCNSG safety passport training.
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26/07/2010 COSHH assessments shall be presented to the CDM Contractor for approval before being communicated to the workforce. 3.1.41. COSHH Assessments will be kept with the permit at all times. All personnel involved in the task will have read the COSHH assessment and must understand the contents before being allowed to use the substance. 3.1.42. A site file shall be maintained for all hazardous substances brought onto site and shall be available for inspection by the CDM Contractor at all times.
7.4. Reducing noise and vibration 3.1.43. Risks associated with noise and vibration shall be properly assessed and eliminated where possible. Residual risks shall be controlled by the use of equipment and tools with low noise/vibration emission levels, controlling/monitoring of exposure periods and the use suitable and sufficient PPE. Health Screening shall be required for those subject to regular exposure. 3.1.44. For the purposes of this project ‘’Noise at Work’’ will be defined as the 2 action levels referenced in the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005: i)
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3.1.45. All tools operating at or above 85dB(A) must be fitted with blue (mandatory) ear protection signs. When any such tools are being operated, both the operator and those working in close proximity shall be instructed to wear hearing protection. 3.1.46. PPE will be made available and issued to all personnel working in areas where noise is expected to exceed 85dB(A). 3.1.47. All equipment generating vibration will have their vibration output recorded on them. From this information the time limit for exposure to that vibration shall be found and personnel shall be sure not to operate the equipment in excess of this limit. Page 27
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3.1.48. As part of the contracted works on this project involve pipe work installation it will be necessary to carry out some radiography. COMPANY NAME will use approved radiography contractors for the works on site. 3.1.49. Site radiography contractors are required to give the Health and Safety Executive at least seven days advance notification of any planned radiography. This period of time is deemed necessary to enable consultations between Vivergo, CLIENT, CDM CONTRACTOR and the radiography contractor to take place, to review risk assessments and to allow any necessary variations to be incorporated into the local rules. All radiography on the site shall be subject to the issue of a Radiography Permit issued by the CDM Contractor’s Permit Coordinator and shall normally be performed outside of normal working hours. No ionising radiation sources shall be left unsupervised whilst on site. 3.1.50. A minimum of 2 qualified persons from the radiography contractor are required for each activity involving ionising radiation. Adequate warning signs shall be posted on barriers and the work area shall be marked off at a safe distance with plastic tape prior to starting any radiography. 3.1.51. All personnel executing radiography operations shall carry calibrated radiation monitoring devices at all times. 3.1.52. The storage of radioactive sources on the site is prohibited; they must be present only for the time required to complete the work. Whilst not in use, radiation sources and their container shall be secured in a safe location with adequate warning signs displayed.
7.6. Exposure to UV radiation (from the sun) 3.1.53. During periods of warm weather, COMPANY NAME. along with the CDM Contractor will run various campaigns to make site employees aware of the risks associated with exposure to UV radiation. Such campaigns shall include, but will not necessarily be limited to: i) Toolbox Talks ii) Display of relevant guidance/posters on site notice boards iii) Provision of skin care creams in site welfare facilities
7.7. Environmental Protection Strategy i) General requirements 3.1.54. As per the COMPANY NAME. and CDM Contractor Environmental Policies all necessary precautions shall be taken to prevent; spills, leaks or other environmental emissions due to equipment failures, fuel handling, rain water run-off, soil erosion, hazardous material usage, asbestos abatements, or any other construction related activity, which could adversely affect the environmental integrity of soil, water or air. The effects that potentially could cause nuisance to those operating other Page 28
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26/07/2010 facilities or living nearby the site will be reviewed and mitigating action will be taken where deemed appropriate. The applicable requirements of the UK Environmental Legislation during construction will be followed, as a minimum. This HSE Plan and supporting documentation is consistent with the requirements of ISO 14001. A single Waste Management Contractor has been appointed for the Vivergo site. ii) Environmental Control Measures 3.1.55. i) ii) iii)
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3.1.56. Environmental controls will be included in HSE Plans, Method Statements and Risk Assessments which will be submitted to the CDM Contractor. The CDM Contractor Project HSE Manager will monitor compliance to the agreed controls for mitigation through the project inspections and audit program. iii) Waste Management 3.1.57. COMPANY NAME. will ensure that all personnel and subcontractors under their control will adhere to the Waste Management arrangements on site. Company will also ensure that personnel and subcontractors maximise the re-use and recycling of any waste produced according to the guidelines supplied by the site waste contractor. 3.1.58. If necessary Company will provide additional waste containers in the work areas for their own activities and will ensure that all personnel and subcontractors segregate waste accordingly. iv) Spill Prevention 3.1.59. For any works where there is risk of a spill or discharge into site drainage systems of environmentally harmful substances suitable spill kits will be available in the work area. Personnel will be appraised on the correct use of the spill kit and will be familiar with its location. v) Nuisance Page 29
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26/07/2010 3.1.60. COMPANY NAME. will ensure that the facilities provided for its personnel and subcontractors are well maintained and kept in a clean condition. Efforts will be made to ensure that all works carried out on site cause as little nuisance to those operating adjacent facilities or living near the site under the guidance of the CDM Contractor. 3.1.61. All vehicles brought onto site will comply with UK legislation and site regulations, including inspections from the CDM Contractor’s nominated plant/vehicle inspection subcontractor.
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