Sample Safety Manual

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I. INTRODUCTION

This Safety Manual is for the management, staff and workers of ___________Enterprises, this will serve as a guideline for accident prevention in the

construction site.

It is the primary objective of this company that all employees must comply

and follow this Safety Manual in order for this program to be effective and

successful.

II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

a. Name of Project: Construction of 40 Core Housing Units

b. Location of Project: Benoni Resettlement Project

Benoni, Mahinog, Camiguin

c. Project Classification: Building

d. Project Owner: National Housing Authority

e. Name of Contractor: ___________ Enterprises

f. Estimated Start: October 10, 2002

g. Project Duration: 120 Calendar Days

h. Estimated No. of Workers: 40 workers including staff, skilled and

unskilled

III. SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

1. OBJECTIVE

The project safety committee shall be formed to comply with requirements

from the Department of Labor and Employment as detailed in the Occupational

Safety and Health Standards, and to assist in the accomplishment of safety

objectives.

2. FUNCTION AND COMPOSITION OF THE COMMITTEE

A project safety committee as required by the company safety program will be

organized and a regular monthly meeting will be held at the project site.


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The minutes of the meeting will be recorded by the project safety officer and

distributed to all members. A copy of the minutes of the meeting shall be

submitted to the Bureau of Working Conditions of the Department of Labor and

Employment.

2.3 The Project Safety Committee shall establish coordination andcommunication of safety issues in the project.

2.4 The Project Safety Committee shall provide a forum for the exchange

of safety information and views among all parties involved in the project.

2.5 Composition of Japuz-Jansol Enterprises Project Safety Committee

Chairman - PIC or his authorized representative

Members - Superintendent

- Project Administrative Officer

- Foreman, Capataz

- Project Nurse or First-aider

- Subcontractor PIC or representative

Secretary - Project Safety Officer

IV. SITE SAFETY AND PERSONNEL

As required by Department Order No. 13. s. 1998 of the DOLE/BWC our

company appointed a Safety Officer which have undergone the required 40 hrs.

training on Construction safety and health course for site safety officers seeattached certificate (exhibit 1).

A First Aider was also appointed based on the of workers as per D.O. 13, duly

certified by the Philippine National Red Cross, see attached certification (exhibit

2).

V. PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. PROJECT IN CHARGE

Ensure the creation of a Project Safety Plan that complies with the

requirements of the company safety policy.

Ensure that work is executed according to the Safety Plan.

Ensure that the implementation of the Project Safety Plan is monitored and

that the plan is reviewed as and when necessary.

Promote an interest, enthusiasm and commitment to Health, Safety, and

Environment issues throughout the Project.

Ensure the provision of competent safety personnel.

Respond to the recommendations of the project safety personnel.

Set a good example.


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2. ENGINEERS, FOREMEN, CAPATAZES

Be aware of the requirements of the Project Safety Plan, Safe Construction

Methodologies, and safety procedures relevant to the individuals specific area

of responsibility. Plan and maintain a tidy and orderly work place such that work can be carried

out with minimal risk to health and safety.

Ensure that work is carried out as planned and regularly inspect all work areas

to ensure the safety of all activities, equipment, and materials in his area of

responsibility.

Ensure that others, including the general public, are protected.

Incorporate safety instructions into routine orders and ensure that workers are

not required or permitted to take unnecessary risk.

Respond to the recommendations of the Project Safety Adviser.

Encourage those who perform safely and reprimand those who do not. Set a good example.

3. PROJECT SAFETY OFFICER

Serves as Secretary to the health and safety committee

Prepare minutes of meetings

Report status of recommendations made

Notify members of the meetings; and

Submit the employer a report of the activities of the committee, includingrecommendations made

Acts in an advisory capacity on all matters pertaining to health and safety for

the guidance of the employer and the workers

Conducts investigation of accidents as member of the Health and Safety

Committee and submits his separate report and analysis of accidents to the

employer

Coordinates all health and safety training programs for the employees and

employer

Conducts health and safety inspection as member of the committee

Maintains or helps in the maintenance of an efficient accident record systemand coordinates actions taken by supervisors to eliminate accident causes

Provides assistance to government agencies in the conduct of safety and health

inspection, accident investigation or any other related programs

For purposes of effectiveness in a workplace where full-time safety man is

required, he shall report directly to the employer

4. WORKERS

Attend orientation, toolbox talks, and safety meetings as required.

Use the right tools for every job and keep them in good condition.


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Use the safety equipment and protective clothing supplied.

Avoid taking shortcuts that may lead to unnecessary risk.

Report any defects at the site, in equipment or any other safety hazard.

Comply with all rules.

Participate in safety program and cooperates actively with the Health and

Safety Committee

Assists government agencies in the conduct of health and safety inspection or

other programs

VI. ON-SITE SAFETY/HEALTH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION

1. OBJECTIVE

Safety knowledge, attitude, skills and habits at all levels of the projectworkforce shall be promoted, maintained and enhanced by regular and continuing

safety training and education.

2. REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Safety Orientation

New workers will be required to attend a Safety Orientation course before

deployment for work. Upon completion of the orientation, a new worker will be

issued with a site ID card or gate pass and a safety sticker for his hard hat. He will

then be required to sign a safety orientation form.

Induction seminar of workers will also include the company safety and health

policy, project clinic procedures, and the company code of employee discipline.

The seminar will be participated by the project nurse or first-aider and the project

administrative officer of his representative.

2.2 Tool Box Talks

Toolbox meetings provide a forum to discuss items of safety relevant to the

project and permit an opportunity for open communication between employees

and supervisors on the project.

Safety talks will be scheduled on a weekly basis. Such talks will be carried out

by the supervisors (leadmen, capatazes, foremen) assisted by the safety officer.

The talks will be of short duration on a relevant safety topic and records of

attendance will be maintained. Each talk will likely last for at least 15 minutes

every Monday morning or as determined by the project.

2.3 Safety seminars for supervisors and engineers


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The PIC or the project safety officer will arrange safety course for supervisors

and engineers. The seminar shall reinforce the responsibility of supervisors and

engineers for their workers safety and welfare.

VI.i SAFETY PROMOTIONS

1. OBJECTIVE

Pertinent information shall be communicated to all employees at the work site

by practical means, to make employees well informed about matters important to

their safety and well being.

2. REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Safety shall be included in all job instructions.

2.2 Safety Bulletin Boards

The project shall have an adequate number of bulletin boards

Bulletin boards shall be positioned so that employees can view them

while standing in a casual manner.

They shall be well lighted for good viewing during all shifts.

Items to be placed in bulletin boards shall be regulated to prevent

undesirable and disapproved materials from getting displayed. Bulletin boards shall have excellent conditions at any given time.

Poster subjects shall be planned in advance.

3. RESPONSIBILITIES

Project supervisors shall include the safety aspects when they give job

instructions to their workers.

The project supervisors and the safety officer shall be responsible for

the control of postings and the upkeep of their bulletin boards.

The safety officer shall provide posters and other safety informationmaterials for the bulletin boards.

VII. ACCIDENT/INCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING

1. OBJECTIVE

In compliance to Rule 1054 of the OSHS of DOLE, records of accidents and

illness shall be kept and maintained open at all times for inspection by authorizedpersonnel.


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All accidents and downgrading incidents shall be thoroughly investigated to

find the root causes. Measures to prevent recurrence of the accidents/incidents tend

to be more effective if targeted to the root causes; otherwise, treating the

symptoms would just increase the waste of resources.

An immediate investigation will be completed by crew supervision,

foremen/leadmen. The investigation process shall be supervised by the projectincharge and project safety officer.

2. REQUIREMENTS

2.1 The Incident/Accident Investigation Report Form should be used

we can use the forms from the OSHS manual.

2.2 All accidents/incidents shall be reported on the standard form by

the supervisor.

2.3 High potential accidents and near-accidents shall be reported to the

attention of upper levels of management to assure full

investigation and action by appropriate authorities.

2.4 The safety officer shall ensure that all corrective actions listed for

major high-potential loss accident are implemented.

3. MAJOR LOSS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Summaries of vital information on major personnel accidents must be

written and promptly submitted to the PIC.

Prompt summaries of major property loss or damage and fires must be

written and circulated to the PIC.

These reports must contain key information on causes and prevention.

4. CONTENTS

The project incharge will report in writing to the owner. Anarrative of accident

details and what was done or is being done to prevent recurrence. This written

report may be preceded by a telephone call for possible representation of the

owner. The narrative report will include the following information;

Injured employee(s) name(s), occupation, length of employment, age,

sex, date, and time of accident.

Description of accident; detail of what the employee was doing and

what tools, equipment, structures, or fixtures were involved.

Nature of injuries or illness

Accident causes that contributed to the incident.

Steps to be taken to see that this is done

Provide a detailed sketch, if needed to explain the accident scene.


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Photograph shall accompany the written report for serious accident which

results to lost time injury.

After the conduct of investigation, the employer thru the project safety officer

shall submit a report to DOLE Regional office on or before 20 th of the month

following the date of occurrence of accident using the DOLE/BWC/HSD-IP-6

form.

5. RECORDKEEPING PROCEDURES

The First Aid personnel with the assistance of the project safety officer must

maintain a variety of records for protection of the employees, the company and

client.

1. First Aid Log

This is a chronological listing of all visits to the clinic or first aidstation. Every injury illness reported, no matter how slight must be

recorded. A copy of the logbook and necessary forms shall be provided

to the clinic or first aid station.

2. Individual Medical Record

This is a confidential record of the employees illness and injuries

reported to the clinic or first aid station. The First Aider is responsible

for keeping the medical record of every employee in the site. At the

end of the month, he/she shall submit to the Project Incharge and

project safety officer a summary report of all cases treated in the clinic.

VIII. PROTECTION OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC

Safety measures shall be implemented to protect the public from hazards

connected with construction operations and activities.

1. REQUIREMENTS

Standard warning signs, traffic signs and barricades shall be installed asrequired by government regulations and by the OSHS for building

projects.

Flagmen directing traffic shall follow standard signals and procedures.

Operation of heavy equipment and hoists shall use standard signals. When

the distance between the operator and the signalman exceeds 200 feet, a

portable radio communication system shall be used.

Only trained and qualified personnel shall be assigned as vehicle drivers,equipment operators, signalmen and flagmen.


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Safety nets, inverted umbrella, and covered walkway shall be installed as

required to protect the public from falling debris.

Signs, barricades and other safeguards installed shall be protected from

misuse, abuse, damage or interference.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project-in-charge shall anticipate the project needs and order the

preparation the required devices.

The project supervisors shall install required traffic signs and barricades,

and safety nets as required by the project. They shall also protect these

devices and public safeguards from misuse, abuse, damage or interference.

Supervisors shall instruct and monitor traffic flagmen.

Supervisors and the Equipment-in-Charge shall instruct and monitor their

operators for heavy and critical equipment.

The Project-in-charge shall strictly enforce the assignment of qualified

personnel to do certain jobs as stated above.

The project safety officer shall conduct daily inspection of the installed

safeguards.

IX. CONSTRUCTION SAFETY PRACTICES

1. EXCAVATION

Excavation is defined as making a depression or cavity in the earths surface

including the removal of previously installed roadways, slabs or foundations at

and below the surrounding ground level. The principal hazards associated withexcavation are:

Suffocation, crushing or other injury from falling material.

Damage/failure of installed underground services and consequent hazards.

Tripping, slipping or falling.

Possibility of explosive, flammable, toxic or oxygen-deficient atmosphere

in excavation.

Prior to starting excavation, proceed as follows:


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Determine the presence and location of any underground oil, chemical or

gas.

Areas to be excavated shall be identified and segregated by means of

barricades, ropes and/or signs to prevent access of unauthorized personneland equipment. Suitable means shall be provided to make barriers visible

at all times.

Provide means of diverting surface water from excavation.

Sloping, shoring or bracing that may be required to stabilize the soil shall

be designed by a competent engineer and installed as designed. Special

attention shall be paid to bracing designs when the excavation is near

operating equipment.

2. CONCRETE, FORMWORK AND SHORING

Some of the hazards associated with concrete installations are:

Failure of inadequately designed/installed forms and shoring.

Awkward confined workspace while forming and placing.

Rebar, wire mesh and tie wires pose puncture and cutting hazards.

Falling or flying concrete and gunite while placing.

Pre-stressed concrete includes use of exposed steel bars or strands with much

latent energy.

Safety for the installation of a finished concrete structure starts with its design.

A competent engineer should design the formwork for all structures requiring the

use of shoring and for large pours to be made at and below ground level.

Provide adequate bearing capacity, (a function of soil conditions), forformwork vertical support members.

Provide bracing of formwork lateral for loads to be imposed during

form erection and the pour.

Provide support for and anchor reinforcing steel as it is installed.

Sequence of form erection should minimize exposure of workmen to

installed reinforcing steel. Provide covers as required to prevent

possible impalement or cutting by workers by exposed steel.


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Adequate work platforms with guardrails should be provided for

workmen during form erection. Use safety belts when platforms cannot

be provided.

For placing concrete in approved forms:

Provide adequate means of access for equipment and men to be used

for placing and finishing concrete.

If buckets are used for pour, riding the bucket is prohibited.

Electric powered trowels, floats and vibrators shall be double insulated

or grounded for operator protection.

For gunite work, head and face protections must be used by

nozzlemen.

Eye protection is required for labor crews placing concrete.

Removal of forms and shores should follow approved scheme of the Structural

Designer. All nails, exposed tie wires, etc. are to be removed or bent over as

forms are removed. Form material shall be neatly stacked for reuse or disposal.

3. SCAFFOLDING AND LADDERS

i. The major hazards associated with the use of

scaffolding and ladders are falling men, material or tools.

ii. Scaffolds are generally classified by the loading of

work platforms as light, medium or heavy duty with design

platform loadings of 25 (122), 50 (224), and 75 (366) psf

(kg/m2), respectively.

iii. The following requirements are applicable to all

scaffold work platforms:

A guardrail shall enclose all working platforms more than 10 ft. (3m)

above ground or floor level. Guardrail shall be located 42 in. (1050

mm) above platform.

Work platform shall be completely decked with no openings.

Adequate access to each work platform shall be provided. If ladders

are used, they shall be securely tied to scaffolding.


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Planks shall be fastened/secured and kept clean.

iv. As applicable, continuous scaffolding is to be tied and

secured to structure being scaffolded at 25 ft. intervalshorizontally and 25 ft. vertically.

v. All materials used for scaffolding shall be periodically

inspected to confirm condition satisfactory for continued use.

vi. Suitable footings shall be provided to prevent uneven

settlement and loading of vertical support for scaffolding

vii. If adjusting screws are used, they shall be installed only

at baseplates. They shall never be used on scaffolds with

casters.

viii. When erecting or using rolling scaffolds, casters shall

be locked in position. Personnel are not permitted on rolling

scaffold while it is being moved. Any tool or material on

scaffold to be moved shall be secured.

ix. Straight or extension ladders shall be used at an angle

of about 75 degrees with the horizontal (4 to 1 rise) with the

top extending at least 3 ft. (900 mm) above the point of top

support and securely tied at that point.

x. Personnel shall have both hands unencumbered when

climbing ladders. All climbing and descending shall be done

facing the ladder.

xi. Metal ladders shall not be used in the vicinity of

electrical equipment or circuits.

xii. When using stepladder considerations should be given

to tying off or holding to stabilize.

xiii. Scaffolds must be plumb and level at all times.

4. WELDING, BURNING AND CUTTING

The major hazards associated with burning and welding operations are:

Heat and fire

Electrical shock

Toxic gases and fumes


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While doing the work, welders and burners must use the personal protective

equipment required for the job. Normally this will include tinted eye protection,

which greatly restricts the users visibility. For this reason, thorough preparation

for the job is important before starting work. Hand or power tools are frequently

used in conjunction with welding and burning operations requiring additionalprotective equipment.

5. HAND AND POWER TOOLS

The hazards associated with the use of hand and power tools are:

Failure or disintegration of tool.

Proximity to moving or cutting parts of tool.

Flying particles from tool and work.

Heat and sparks.

Electrical shock.

Crushing or pinching.

Tools that are right for the job, in safe condition and used properly will

provide productivity as well as safe work conditions.

Wood handles on tools shall be free of splinters, cracks, and solidly attached

to their working heads.

Electric powered tools shall be double insulated or properly grounded. Electric

cords shall be maintained free of cuts, abrasion and kinks. Cords shall not be

used for hoisting tools.

Tools with exposed moving parts shall be provided with guards to minimize

exposure of tool operator.

All powered tools shall be stopped and, as applicable, air or electric supply

disconnected, to make any adjustments to tool. Fuel powered tools shall be

shutdown for refueling.

Impact-type (percussion) tools shall have suitable retainers to hold tool bits in

place during operation.

Extension or leverage increasers shall not be used on tool handles.


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Mobile equipment is frequently used for handling materials.

When moving, material shall be secured to the vehicle.

During transportation any overhanging material shall be tagged or marked foreasy visibility.

For heavy or bulky material, routes of movement shall be checked for

clearance and load carrying adequacy.

Passengers are not permitted to ride on material handling equipment.

Uncrating of material poses hazards.

Care must be exercised in removing straps or bands by using the proper toolsand protective equipment.

When dismantling wooden crates, nails shall be removed or bent over and

lumber neatly stacked for disposal.

7. INDUSTRIAL MOBILE EQUIPMENT

Inherent with the use of productive mobile equipment are the many potential

hazards that can result from:

A large mass in motion.

Possible malfunction of the equipment.

Response of operator to constantly changing conditions.

Prior to work assignment on any piece of equipment, all operators shall be given

the necessary instructions, practice time, and tested by a competent observer for

capability to operate the equipment safely.

Prior to starting work each day, operator shall check proper functioning and

condition of horn, lights, tires, brakes (service and emergency), windshields,

mirrors, and make a visual and operational check of engine and functional devices

of the equipment. Any defects shall be rectified or logged for correction as judged

necessary by the operator or his supervisor.

All equipment shall be periodically inspected and serviced by a competent

mechanic. Records of this maintenance shall be kept for each piece of equipment.


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The load capacity and any operational restriction for each piece of equipment

shall be posted at the operators station. As applicable, the capacity and

requirements for any equipment to transport personnel shall be posted also.

Safe means of access to operators station shall be provided on each piece of

equipment.

Permanently mounted fire extinguishers shall be provided on all industrial

mobile equipment.

The engine shall be shut down and parking brake set each time:

The equipment is being refueled.

Any maintenance work is being performed.

The operator leaves his station for any reason.

Any load extending beyond the confines of the equipment shall be marked or

tagged for easy visibility.

Loading of container-type equipment shall be limited to a capacity that will avoid

spillage along the route of travel.

When operators visibility is restricted in direction of travel, or when working in

a congested or confined space, a signalman on the ground with clear visibility

shall direct the movement of the equipment.

For best control, mobile equipment shall always be operated in gear, i.e., never

coast down hill.

When equipment is shut down with any reason and at the end of the workday all

appurtenances such as blades, buckets, fork hooks shall be grounded or placed in

their lowest position.

In areas of heavy traffic or congestion, it may be desirable to install traffic signs

to control the movement of vehicles as well as barricades to restrict foot traffic.

(Note: A fatality could occur if a worker walks out from behind a truck and be

run over.)

Condition and capability of roads or routes of travel for mobile equipment shall

be ascertained prior to starting work. Weather will affect these conditions, and

they shall be rechecked as appropriate.


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8. ELECTRICITY

The major hazards of electricity are electrical shock and the accompanying

possibility of death. Fatal electrical shock can be sustained with voltages of 120

or less with current as low as 50 200 milliamperes. These numbers indicate that

care must be exercised with any work utilizing electricity since the hazard ispresent over the range of currents and voltages in service at construction site.

Because the distribution system is temporary and because of conditions inherent

with a construction site- much activity, many people, water and dust care in the

layout and installations of the temporary electrical system is required.

The major source and distribution equipment (generators, transformers

and switch racks) shall be isolated by fences or in building with access

restricted to authorized personnel only.

All temporary circuits at the construction site shall be grounded with

the ground circuit having a resistance no greater than 25 ohms.

All circuits shall be provided with fuses or circuit breakers sized to

prevent overloading of the wire and equipment in the circuit.

All non-current carrying metal frames or containers of electrical

equipment shall be grounded.

The conductors for the temporary electrical distribution system shall be

located to minimize possible external damage and/or contact by people

and equipment. Conduits or protective covering may be required inareas of heavy traffic or congestion. Only qualified electricians shall

do any alteration or extension to the system.

The use of a 12-volt temporary lighting system is recommended for

work inside towers, vessels or other confined moist or dusty areas.

A tag and lock out procedure shall be established and used for any work to be

done on circuits, or equipment powered by energized circuits.

When working in an operating substation or substations with energized buses,barriers shall be provided and identification signs installed to segregate workers

from live equipment.

All portable electric powered tools shall be grounded or double insulated.

Cords for these tools shall be run and located to minimize possible damage to

cord. Cords shall not be used for hoisting tools.

Where more than one voltage level is in service at a site, each receptacle shall

have its voltage identified.


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The hazards associated with masonry and insulation are:

Dust and fumes

Cuts, abrasions and punctures.

Falling materials.

Personnel falls

For work at an elevated location, in addition to having a work platform with

guardrails, care shall be exercised to insure that materials to be handled do not

exceed allowable scaffold loading. Bricks and blocks shall be neatly stacked.

They shall be passed by hand, not thrown, when moving.

Hand and eye protection shall be worn when installing wire mesh and sheet

metal that requires cutting and/or trimming. Eye protection shall be worn when

shaping bricks with hand tools.

When mixing and installing mortar or insulating cement mixes, protective

equipment shall be used as indicated by the material supplier.

When cutting brick with a power saw, dust shall be controlled, preferably by

use of an exhaust hood. Dust may also controlled by wetting the brick and/or

providing barriers to limit dispersion. Operator shall wear eye and face protection

while cutting and respiratory equipment if exposed to dust.

Basic safety practices forbid the use of any installation containing asbestos.

Excess scrap materials must be promptly cleaned up and disposed of at least

daily.

11. HOUSEKEEPING

Inherent with good housekeeping is the elimination of many hazards thatcould result in falls, trips, cuts, fires and many other potential accidents. Good

housekeeping is a visible advertisement and promotion of safe working

conditions.

Containers for trash and debris shall be deployed throughout the site. Schedule

of pick-up and disposal of trash shall be set to prevent overfilling containers

and large accumulations at any location.

If work restricts traffic on roads, barricades to divert traffic shall be used.

Similarly, clear walkways for access to site shall be maintained. Hoses and

electric cords shall be laid to minimize road and walkway crossings. Where


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Because of the danger of falling or flying material, or impact with fixed or

moving objects, the wearing of non-conducting safety hats throughout the

construction site are normally mandatory.

EYE AND FACE PROTECTION

Exposure to airborne physical, chemical or radiation agents that could injure

the eyes or face requires protection. Refer to Rule 1082 of the OSHS. At each

construction site consideration should be given to mandatory eye protection for

certain areas or the entire site if conditions warrant and eye injuries will be reduced.

Contact lenses do not constitute eye protection, and actually pose a hazard to the user

in some situations. Consequently, their use on site is strongly discouraged.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

Physical or chemical contaminants in the air that are harmful if ingested by

breathing and/or possible oxygen deficiency require the use of respiratory equipment.

This equipment that fits over the nose, nose and mouth, or entire face can be broadly

classified by its intended function.

The suppliers of canisters and filters identify them for the types of

environment they are effective in, and limit their use. These instructions must be

observed for proper protection.

Anybody excepted to use fresh air masks in the course of their work shall be

given training and practice in the proper methods of wearing and operating thisequipment.

HEARING PROTECTION

High noise levels pose the long-range health hazard of loss of hearing to

exposed workers. Permissible noise exposures are given in Table 8b of the OSHS.

Because of the changing activities and conditions, periodic monitoring for the noise

levels throughout the construction site are required. When noise levels above

permissible level are observed, the preferred course of action is to control or isolate

the noise source thus reducing it to a permissible level for exposed workers. If it is

impractical to do this, hearing protection shall be provided for exposed employees.Earmuffs or plugs of material designed for sound muffling shall be used.

BODY PROTECTION

For most works in a construction site, work clothing that covers the body, legs

and arms is adequate. Workers that are exposed to heat, sparks or molten metal should

be aware that some clothing materials are more flammable than others, i.e. some

synthetic fibers ignite and burn more readily than natural cloth fibers. Suits or aprons

suitable for the exposure to extreme heat, toxic chemicals, or acids shall be provided

if work conditions require.

FOOT PROTECTION


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It is advisable for all workers on a construction site to wear safety shoes

because of the many hazards exposing feet to injury. In addition, used of boots may

be required when work is in water or feet are exposed to chemical or acids.

HAND PROTECTION

Various types of gloves shall be available and used to protect the hands

from cuts, abrasions and punctures, sparks, heat, cold, and molten metal; contact with

electricity, and exposure to toxic chemicals and acids.

SAFETY BELTS

Safety belts shall be used by all workers on elevated work where scaffolding,ladders, catch platforms or temporary floors are not provided. Safety belts or safety

harnesses shall be attached to a fixed support, and lanyard shall restrict fall to 6 ft.

(1.8 m).

XII. HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

Hazardous materials are substances or mixtures that may cause personal

injury, illness, or threat to the public or environment during handling, use, discharge

or disposal.

If hazardous material is used or stored at the construction site, a written hazard

communication (HAZ COM) program shall be developed, implemented, and

maintained.

In order to prevent and/or control employee exposure, it is essential that the

supervisor inform all workers about any hazardous material at the construction site.

The HAZ COM program shall include:

Labels and warning forms

Labels on hazardous material containers shall not be removed or

defaced. They shall be legible and identify the substance in the

container, and display the appropriate warning about the substance.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

An MSDS for each chemical shall be available at the site at which the

hazardous material is present. The MSDS shall be legible and

available for worker review.


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Specific worker training requirements

HAZ COM program

Health and environmental hazards of the various chemicals in the

workplace

Detection

Protection from harmful exposure

List of inventory of hazardous material at the construction site.

Information about hazardous material at the construction site shall be provided

to workers as soon as they are assigned and when additional hazardous material is

brought to the site. Workers shall be informed of the location of the HAZ COM

program, listing of hazardous substances, and MSDSs.

General precautions:

Read the MSDS and Label Prevent illness and injury by reading the

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and container label for each

hazardous substance used. These give key health and safety information

about the hazardous substances in the work area.

Container Labels/Storage of Harmful Substance Each label should

list the substance name, hazardous ingredients, hazard warnings and the

manufacturers name and address. Harmful substance should be stored in

a safe place with secured facilities.

Special Protection MSDS gives information on the personal protective

equipment (PPE) required for the particular work being performed. These

sheets would list specific types that are recommended, such as full-face

mask respirator, rubber gloves and chemical goggle.

XIII. TESTING AND INSPECTION OF HEAVY EQUIPMENT

Based on the D.O. 13 of The DOLE/BWC all heavy equipment should betested prior to commissioning, then routine inspection of equipment while on

operation.

A logbook for data on maintenance, repairs, tests and inspections for each

heavy equipment should be maintained.

XIV. WORKERS SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION


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Japuz-Jansol Enterprises will hire skilled workers who are certified by

TESDA, this goes also for the heavy equipment operators. In conformity with the

requirement based on the Department Order 13.

XV. TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION FACILITIES ANDEQUIPMENT

1. FIRE PREVENTION

Good housekeeping in the construction site is the first step in a fire

prevention program. Trash shall be picked up and disposed to prevent

accumulations that can cause or contribute to a fire. Paper, rags, sawdust

and scrap lumber are commonly present; containers shall be provided to

gather such debris. The containers shall b e emptied on a schedule that

avoids excessive accumulations and overfilling.

Flammable and combustible materials utilized for construction shall be

stored in an isolated or segregated area until they are used. Such materials

include solvents and thinners used for painting, fuel of engine driven

equipment, scaffold boards, form lumber, and compressed gases. If

volatile materials are stored in a building, it shall be ventilated to avoid an

explosive atmosphere. Access to storage areas for flammable and

combustible materials shall be restricted, and sources of ignition forbidden

in the area. As these materials are removed from storage for use, the

precautions required to prevent ignition for each type of materials shall beobserved.

Sources of fire ignition exist throughout a construction site with welding,

flame burning, grinding, heaters, and exhaust from engines or sparks from

electrical equipment. Scheduling shall minimize work with combustible

materials in the vicinity of ignition sources. When this is impractical, fire

protection equipment shall be provided and consideration given to

providing a fire watchman to initiate action should a fire occur when the

fire hazard is large.

Only approved containers should be used to store or transport fuel.

Fuel storage tanks, hoses, etc., should be grounded.

No smoking rules must be established and enforced without exception.

Fire extinguishers should be available to all welders.

Fire drills should be considered especially if the project is in or near an

existing operating facility.

2. FIRE PROTECTION INSTALLED


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First aid/fire fighting equipment shall consist primarily of portable fire

extinguishers. Refer to Rule 1944.05 of the OSHS. Extinguishers to be

permanently mounted shall have their location clearly marked and be

accessible at all times. The necessary instructions for using extinguishers

shall be given to all personnel who may be required to use them.

XVI. FIRST AID AND HEALTH CARE MEDICINES,

EQUIPMENT FACILITIES

The first aid station or clinic should consist the following equipment and

medicines as a requirement of D.O.13.

Equipments

o Washing Area

o First Aid Cabinet

o Stretcher

o Examining Table and chair

o First Aid Pamphlet

Cotton

Dressing Pads

o Gauze pads, finger sizeo Gauze swabs, medium size

o Gauze swabs, large

o Adhesive dressing

o Eye pads

Plasters

Bandages

Eyewash solution

Thermometer

Stethoscope Spygmomanometer

Safety pins

Medicines for the station should be taken from Table 47 of the OSHS manual

based on the number of workers. And it should be noted for hazardous and non-

hazardous workplace.

XVII. WORKERS WELFARE FACILITIES


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1. OBJECTIVES

The objectives of this Emergency Action Plan are:

To ensure readiness to cope with emergencies that may result in the loss of

life and property.

To be able to effectively carry out an orderly, timely, and safe evacuation

of all personnel in affected areas of the emergency when necessary.

To prevent further injuries/casualties, and more damage to property in

times of disasters, or natural calamities.

To facilitate first-aid response to an injured worker, and immediate access

to Emergency Room facilities or first aid station.

2. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Should emergency occur, the Project Incharge on site shall:

Immediately secure the area and implement the emergency action plan.

According to the situation, the person in charge will delegate authority and

assure the safety of those responding.

Ensure notification of the project safety officer.

Provide information regarding the emergency to rescue personnel and project

management representatives only. Question from the press and media will

referred to the Project Management.

XXI. CONSTRUCTION SITE DEMOBILIZATION

After the project, dismantling and demolition of temporary structure,

scaffold, temporary electrical wiring, transport of heavy equipment must be under the

supervision of a competent person and the project safety officer. It must be in

accordance with OSHS manual and D.O. 13 especially for heavy equipment.

XXII. JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS

1. OBJECTIVE

The objective of job hazard analysis is to develop a preliminary hazard

analysis on work operations as to their potential for injury, property damage or both.

Once potential hazards have been identified, procedures can be developed to eliminate

or mitigate their potential for occurrence.


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In our company Japuz-Jansol Enterprises the workers will conduct tool

box meeting every morning for 15 minutes, here they will identify hazard in every

scope of work and give corrective action in order to avoid accidents.

2. BENEFITS

Potential for injury property damages could be prevented and

eliminated

Identified hazards could be used as a tool in the foresight of scheduled

activities

Necessary safety precautions could be planned

Job procedures and construction methods could be adjusted or

improved

Provides training

Increases awareness

XXIII. PENALTIES AND REWARD

1. REWARD

Since the manpower of this project is less than fifty (50), we in

JAPUZ-JANSOL ENTERPRISES propose using incentives to the job-site Project

Incharge, supervisor, project safety officer, leadmen, foremen and workers based on a

target recordable injury incidence rate measured at end of the project.

2. PENALTIES/ SANCTIONS

Offenses and Description. Violation of any safety rules, regulations and general

practices promulgated by the project and/or the company.

Remedial action for each offense.

1. Failure to wear Personal Protective Equipment at construction site or where

specified

A. Safety Helmet & Safety Shoes

First offense written reprimand

Second offense One (1) day suspension

Third offense Three (3) days suspension

Fourth offense Seven (7) days suspension

Fifth offense Dismissal

Required to all construction worker/staff regardless of position

No entry at all construction site.

Construction site, refers to the site inclusive of field offices and other temporary

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crew those assigned in dewatering works and those operation that

wearing of safety shoes in unlikely deterrent.

First offense Written reprimand


Third offense Three (3) days suspensionFourth offense Seven (7) days suspension


F. Rain Coat Required during rainy season (a must for all employees

working at active level/floor) Site supervisors may opted to send the

workers home (discretion of site operations)



Third offense Three (3) days suspensionFourth offense Seven (7) days suspension


G. Hand Gloves Required for those employees engaged in material

handling, steelworks, welding operations, tinsmith and chipping works.



Third offense Three (3) days suspension



2. Smoking at Restricted Area

First offense One (1) day suspensionSecond offense Three (3) days suspension

Third offense Seven (7) days suspension

Fourth offense Dismissal

3. Unauthorized used/tinkering playing of fire fighting equipments

First offense Three (3) days suspension

Second offense Seven (7) days suspension

Third offense Dismissal

4. Driving under the influence of Liquor that resulted into a Vehicular Accident

First offense Dismissal and to pay incurred damages.


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5. Failure to report his/her personal accident (work connected within 24 hrs. at

the project clinic and/or advise his/her immediate superior.

First offense One (1) day suspension

Second offense Five (5) days suspension

6. Failure to observe the 20 KPH speed limit at the construction site



Third offense Third (3) days suspension



7. Deliberate removal/tampering of safety signs and foster including traffic signs

on site (unauthorized)

First offense Seven (7) days suspension

Second offense dismissal

8. Unhygienic Practice (Urinating, removal of vowel elsewhere on site other than

the prescribed area)


Second offense Seven (7) days suspension

Third offense Dismissal

9. Tampering of Electrical Wiring connection and fuse boxes (breaker)


Second offense Five (5) days suspension

Third offense Ten (10) days suspension

10. Allowing other workers/employees to ride in heavy equipment other than the

operator and outside cab of vehicles.

Operation shall given:

First offense One (1) day suspension

Second offense Three (3) days suspension

Third offense Seven (7) days suspension


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Documents

Sample Safety Manual