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Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.

Safety Practices Manual

Revision Date Feb 15, 2011 i

SAFETY MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Policy / Roles1.0 Introduction 1-2 1.1 Revision Request Form 1-3 1.2 Mission Statement 1-4 1.3 Assignment of Responsibilities 1-6 1.4 Zero Tolerance Policy 1-8 1.5 Subcontractor Management Plan(s) 1-12 1.6 Management of Change 1-14

2. Hazard Assessment

2.0 Job Planning 2-2 2.1 Job Hazard Analysis 2-2 2.2 Hazard Assessment Checklist 2-4 2.3 Hazard Assessment Corrective Action 2-5

3. Practices / Procedures3.1 Operations – Introduction 3-2 3.2 Training and Certification Requirements 3-5 3.3 Housekeeping 3-6 3.4 Office Safety 3-6 3.5 Personal Conduct 3-8 3.6 Noise Exposure and Hearing Protection 3-9 3.7 Personal Protective Equipment 3-10 3.8 Fire Prevention and Extinguisher Operation 3-11 3.9 Use of Propane 3-13 3.10 Vehicles and Driving 3-13 3.11 National Safety Code 3-18 3.12 Chemical Handling (WHMIS) 3-20 3.13 Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) 3-20 3.14 Safe Work Practices – Shop 3-23 3.15 Safe Work Practices – Contractors 3-30 3.16 Safe Job Procedures 3-33 3.17 Safe Job Procedure – Annual Review3.18 Fall Arrest Policy 3-34 3.19 Lock-out Tag out Policy 3-40 3.20 Modular Trailer Movement Policy 3-44


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4. Rules4.1 General (Safety Rules) 4-2 4.2 Office (Safety Rules) 4-4 4.3 Drug Free Workplace Policy 4-5

4.4 Post Accident Drug Testing Policy 4-6 4.5 Modified Duty (Return to Work) 4-7

5. Personal Protective Equipment5.0 General Information 5-2

5.0.1 PPE Responsibilities Management 5-2 5.0.2 PPE Responsibilities Workers 5-2 5.0.3 Determining PPE 5-3 5.0.4 Training PPE 5-3

5.1 Policy5.1.1 Safety Glasses Policy 5-4

5.1.2 Safety Boot Policy 5-5 5.1.3 Glove Usage Policy 5-6 5.1.4 Hart Hat Policy 5-7 5.1.5 Acknowledgement PPE Policies 5-8

5.2 Information Sheets 5-9

6. Preventative Maintenance6.1 Preventative Maintenance Policy 6-2 6.2 Responsibilities: Vehicle and Equipment 6-3 6.3 Schedule: Vehicles/Heavy Duty Equipment 6-3 6.4 Schedule: Tools 6-4 6.5 Schedule: Facility/Site Specific 6-4 6.6 Checklists Preventative Maintenance; 6-4

6.6.1 Site Inspection 6-5 6.6.2 Vehicle Inspection 6-8 6.6.3 Forklift Inspection 6-9 6.6.4 D.O.T. Inspection Checklist 6-10

7. Training / Safety Meetings7.1 Safety Training Policy 7-2 7.2 Responsibilities 7-5 7.3 Personal Protective Equipment 7-6 7.4 Vehicle Safety 7-7 7.5 Personal Conduct 7-10 7.6 Orientation 7-11 7.7 Safety Meetings 7-11 7.8 Tools and Equipment 7-13 7.9 Fire Prevention and Protection 7-13 7.10 Housekeeping 7-14 7.11 Hazardous Goods 7-14


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7.12 Transportation of Dangerous Goods 7-14 7.13 Emergency First Aid 7-16 7.14 Employee & Contractor Acknowledgement Form 7-18 7.15 New Employee Orientation Form 7-19

7.15 Employees/Contractor Handbook EH-1

8. Inspections8.0 Inspections Policy 8-2 8.1 Objectives 8-3 8.2 Inspections 8-3

9. Accident / Incident Investigations9.1 Policy 9-2 9.2 Introduction 9-3 9.3 Preservation of Evidence 9-3

9.4 Conducting Investigations 9-3 9.5 Completing the Incident/Accident Form 9-4 9.6 Incident/Accident Report Form 9-6 9.7 Near Miss Report Form 9-12

10. Emergency Preparedness10.0 Policy 10-2 10.1 First Aid Requirements 10-3 10.2 Emergency Response Plan 10-6 10.3 Evacuation Procedure 10-6 10.4 First Aid Reference 10-7 10.5 Reporting and Emergency Response Procedures 10-10

11. Records / Statistics 11-2

12. Waste Management / Environment 12-2

13. Health and Safety Committees 13-2


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1.0 POLICY / ROLES

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 REVISION REQUEST FORM

1.2 MISSION STATEMENT

1.3 ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

1.4 ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY


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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Hazards are an inherent part of any work environment, and those hazards presentin the manufacture and leasing of modular products are addressed in this

manual.

The primary purpose of this manual is to organize the information availableregarding occupational health and safety into an easily referenced format.

All employees must be aware of potential hazards involved in production,placement, transportation and must use due caution in their daily work to preventor minimize loss of persons time, property or application. Equipment failures canand do occur, however proper maintenance, control and employee training cansignificantly reduce the consequences of such a failure.

This manual is intended to be continually upgraded to allow for any changes, inpolicy, procedure or application and to that end a system of updating and revisingis established.

Should the manual holder see that pertinent information is incorrect, incompleteor omitted then a "Revision Request Form" should be completed and forwardedwith any attachments to the appropriate manager. These requests will bereviewed and upon approval the revised sections will be distributed. The mastercopy of this document will be retained at the Calgary office. Each page shows arevision date, when a page or section is revised the recipients should enter thenew information on the "Revision Log Sheet".

Periodic verification of the manual and its contents will be done as required, butnot less than annually.


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1.1 REVISION REQUEST FORM

Section Number _________________________________________________

Page Number _________________________________________________

Description of Revision _______________________________________

_______________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________

Requested By: ___________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________

Manual Number__________________________________________________

Request Acknowledgment Approval Date _____________________

Request Numbered and Logged Revision Date___________________


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1.2 MISSION STATEMENT AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES

1.2.1 Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. Safety Policy

The personal safety and health of each employee of Williams Scotsman of

Canada, Inc. is of primary importance.

The company is committed to a strong safety program that protects its staff, itsproperty, the public and the environment from accidents or incidents.

Employees at every level, including management, are responsible and accountablefor the company’s overall safety initiatives. Complete and active participation byeveryone, every day, in every job is necessary for the safety among all workers onthe job site.

Management supports participation in the program by all employees and provides

proper equipment, training and procedures. Employees are responsible for thefollowing of procedures, working safely, and whenever possible improvingmeasures.

An injury and accident free workplace is our goal. Through continuous safety andloss control effort, this can be accomplished.

The safety information in this policy does not take precedence over O.H.&S.Regulations. All employees should be familiar with the O.H.& S. Act andRegulations.

Signed:

____________________________

Alec McDonald

Vice President & General ManagerWilliams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.


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1.2 MISSION STATEMENT AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES

1.2.2 Guiding PrinciplesFurther to the policy statement on Health, Safety and Environment, WilliamsScotsman of Canada, Inc. fully supports the following guiding principles for

safety which state:

As part of the business community, we at Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.have a responsibility to protect all workers engaged in our activities from personalinjury and health hazards. To meet this responsibility the following guidingprinciples shall be maintained.

1.2.3 ResponsibilityWilliams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. is responsible for coordination and generalsupervision of all activities at the workplace, including activities carried out by

contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. While all parties have a responsibilityto promote worker safety, Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc., recognizes itsleadership role in promoting worker health and safety on the basis that it has thegreatest opportunity to influence work site situations.

1.2.4 PriorityActivities will be conducted on the basis that safety of all personnel is of vitalimportance, whether those personnel are employed by Williams Scotsman ofCanada, Inc., a contractor, a subcontractor or a supplier.

1.2.5 RecognitionThe process of selecting contractors, subcontractors or suppliers and theadministration of contracts will include recognition and support of good safetyperformance.

1.2.6 ImprovementWilliams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. in cooperation with others within the industrywill promote methods and practices that have potential for improving safetyperformance.


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Responsibilities

As outlined in the Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. Corporate Policy Statement

the company has a responsibility to provide and be accountable for maintaining asafe and environmentally secure workplace. The company through activeleadership will strive to achieve that goal, however, the responsibility for a safework place is not the company's alone but is shared by senior management,management, supervisors, employees and contractors. Compliance withOccupational Health and Safety Regulations, Workers Compensation and anyother government agencies will be strictly adhered to in order to achieve our goalof being the safest company.

1.3.1. Management Responsibilities The management role at all levels is to insist on performance and

behaviour that meets the standards of the company's safety program. Todo this the following must be adhered to.

- Encourage employee involvement in safety by demonstratingmanagement's commitment to safety.

- Ensure company, contractor and sub-contractor operations complywith government an requirements.

- Provide adequately trained supervision at all work sites.- Ensure accidents and incidents are reported and investigated and that

corrective actions are taken.- Provide appropriate safety equipment and adequate training for all

employees as well as ensure all employees are qualified to performtheir work.

1.3.2 Supervisor Responsibility One of the keys to any successful program is the role of the supervisor orlead hand in bridging the gap between management and employees. Somegeneral guidelines will help that function in the health and safety area:

- Know company policies and practices included in this manual andregularly use them when teaching job methods or when indoctrinatingnew employees or contractors to safe job practices.

- Be alert to unsafe conditions and acts and take immediate andappropriate corrective action should it be necessary.- Always set a good example in the areas of safety and ensure that his

actions are consistent with company requirements. This consistencywill maintain the worker's interest in safety. This interest shall befostered by arranging for regular safety meetings.


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- Ensure that legislated requirements and company policies are beingcomplied with through the use of a regular inspection program.

- Ensure that material data sheets are available to all employees and

contractors.

1.3.3 Employee Responsibilities Each employee shall be made aware of all the key features of the safetyprogram through informational sessions and by the immediate supervisoras they pertain to a particular job function.

The worker shall ensure that a safe workplace is maintained by activeparticipation in the safety program and through compliance with the safepractices contained in this manual.

In the area of safety the worker is often called upon to be responsible notonly for his own safety but also for that of his fellow worker, keeping inmind the nature of the work and the potential hazards goes a long way tofulfilling that responsibility.

1.3.4 Contractor Responsibility Contract operators who are directly supervised by a company employeemust be made aware of and comply with the contents of this manual.

Contractors engaged in work on behalf of Williams Scotsman of Canada,Inc. shall observe all safety practices and procedures contained in this

manual and as requiring by contract and shall:

- Be responsible for the safety of the contract employees.- Immediately cease unsafe work practices when so directed by an

authorized company representative.- Report all accidents and near accidents regardless of severity.

1.3.5 Workers Right to Refuse Work Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, a worker may refuse tocarry out any work, if, on reasonable and probable grounds the workerbelieves that there exists an imminent danger to the health or safety of that

worker, or other workers present at the work site.


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1.3.6 Workers Right To Know

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. has the responsibility to inform the employee of the

hazards of the work place. The employee, although knowledgeable in the field that theyhave been hired for, has to be informed of the specific hazards that are in the work place andhow they may affect the work to be completed.

1.4 Zero Tolerance Policy/Corrective Action Due to Safety Violations

Williams Scotsman has implemented a “ZERO TOLERANCE” policy based on ourphilosophy that the vast majority of on-the-job injuries are preventable. Each supervisorand employee has accountability for injury prevention through the application ofcompany and regulatory safety principles and practices.

The safety of all employees is of vital concern and it is our policy to provide andmaintain safe and healthful working conditions at all times. As indicated in Section 1.0 ofthe Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. Safety Manual, safety is “everyone’sresponsibility”. Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. expects all employees to share theresponsibility for safety and adhere to the rules and procedures contained within thesafety manual and applicable safety information provided through regular safety meetingsor periodic policy revisions.

The creation of unsafe conditions and/or violations of safety rules or policies, includingthose listed below, will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary action, up to and

including termination.

Egregious violations (as defined below) and all lost time/modified duty accidents(LTI/RWC) will be reviewed by the Safety management/Regional Management to ensureadequate investigation, follow-up, and corrective action has been taken. Seriousviolations (as defined below) may also be reviewed by the applicable management asneeded. Corrective action/discipline must not be issued until after the SafetyManagement/Regional management has rendered its final decision.

Managers who fail to address unsafe acts (including lack of documentation) or to correctunsafe conditions (either observed, made aware of by others or as result of

Safety/Regional Management conclusions) are subject to disciplinary actions, up to andincluding termination of employment. Service Managers who fail back-to-back RegionalSafety Audits will be subject to corrective action, up to and including termination ofemployment with a minimum of a written warning.


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1.41 Egregious Violations

Egregious violations will result in termination of employment,

Operating a vehicle on Company premises or on company time while under the

influence of illegal drugs or alcohol (defined as an impermissible level of alcoholor illegal drugs in an employee’s system whether established by law or positionrequirement) will result in termination of employment.

Other egregious violations are defined as unsafe acts which involve violations ofCompany policies, improper use of Company equipment or in which human erroror carelessness could have been a contributing cause and which result in a fatalityor injury either to the individual engaged in the unsafe behavior or to someoneelse, such as (but not limited to) the following examples

• Failure to use fall protection when working aloft (e.g., not using fall arrest

equipment or other proper equipment/procedures when working fromelevated positions, etc.)

• Improper use of forklifts, tow motors, translifts, Bobcats™ or otherpowered equipment (e.g.., lifting employees with forks, excessivespeeding, use not designed for equipment, etc.)

• Improper use of LO/TO (lockout-tag out) procedures/program (e.g. failureto LO/TO power cables or mechanical equipment when required, trailermovement/hitch lock violation, etc.)

• Improper ladder use while working aloft (e.g.., standing on top of ladderor other inappropriate step, improper placement, etc.)

• Intentional failure by a manager, or other designated reporter, to follow

the stated protocol of reporting on-the-job injuries to the SafetyManagement/Regional Management/Risk Management Department.

• Other incidents as determined by the Safety/Regional Management.

1.4.2 Serious Violations

Serious Violations are defined as unsafe acts or behaviors that lead to or couldlead to serious injury and which involve violations of Company policies, improperuse of Company equipment or in which human error or carelessness could havebeen a contributing cause. Serious violations will warrant a Written Warningor other disciplinary action up to and including a Final Warning on the first

offense. Examples are provided below.

• Any of the examples listed under “Egregious Violations” which do notresult in fatality or injury (except Driving under the Influence which willresult in termination even if there is no fatality or injury).

• Failure by an injured employee to immediately report an on-the-job injury,no matter how minor it may seem.

• Reckless Driving/Endangerment (observation or citation/violation)


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• Improper lifting (e.g.., heavy or large objects that require assistance, etc.)

• Improper use of scaffolds (e.g.., inadequate equipment, inappropriateheight for equipment, etc.)

• Failure to use (or improper use of) personal protective equipment as

required (e.g.., safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves, protective shields whilewelding, etc.)

• Failure to follow block/level procedure (e.g.., improper use of metalstands, improper jacking, etc.)

• Failure to use proper hitch assembly pins while transporting trailers (orother).

• Failure to follow the WSI Vehicle Operator’s Policy• Failure to report an incident as required by section 9.1 (Investigation

Policy)

• Other unsafe acts that could lead to serious injury or extensive propertydamage (>$1000 or as determined by the Safety/Regional Management).

• Other incidents as determined by the Safety/Regional Management.

1.4.3 Contractor Violations

Contractors observed violating this policy will be dealt with according tocontractual terms or other agreement (termination, loss of contract, etc).The contracting company must be contacted immediately to correct allobserved deviations to this policy or Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.safety rules or procedures.

Williams Scotsman reserves the right to interpret or make exceptions to this policy

as it deems appropriate in its sole discretion.

1.4.4 Corrective Action Due to Safety Violations Form


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Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.1.4.4 CORRECTIVE ACTION DUE TO SAFETY VIOLATION

You are receiving this written notice because if a violation of a safety-related standard orprocedure (or other covered policy/procedure).

1st Warning 2nd Warning Final Warning Termination OtherE M P L O Y E E ’ S N A M E : B R A N C H / D E P A R T M E N T : S U P E R V I S O R S N A M E :

On (date), the following safety rule(s) was/were violated:

Narrative Description of Safety Violation(s) and Consequences that Resulted from Failure to followpolicy(ies):

Previous counselling related to same/similar matter: (date)

Outcome/Results:

Expected Improvement:

If the above violation(s) is/are repeated or if there are additional safety violations, furthercorrective action, up to and including termination, will result.

Date: Supervisor’s Signature:

I have read the above Corrective Action.

Date: Employee’s Signature:

At Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc., the commitment to safety begins everyday. Safety violations are harmful to our

employees, costly, time-consuming, and largely avoidable. Please make every effort to work safely.


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1.5 SUBCONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT PLAN(S) POLICY

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. has adopted this policy for SubcontractorManagement Plans from industry standards and best practices. Williams Scotsman’s health

and safety management is assigned the responsibility for ensuring the following procedures,practices, and rules are implemented and enforced.

1.5.1 Prequalification

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. health and safety management willensure that all subcontractors be pre-qualified through the review of theirsafety programs, safety training documents, and safety statistics. Proposedsubcontractors will complete and submit a Contractors PrequalificationForm from which a Subcontractor/Supplier rating report will be completed.

The Contractor’s Prequalification Form must be complete and all requestedattachments provided.

1.5.2 Selection

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. will utilize acceptable safety matrixes tobe used as criteria for selecting subcontractors and will be based on severalconsiderations including but not limited to:

• Prior working relationship• Quality Rating Report score•

Audits if current work in progress• Availability of contractors in area• Workers Compensation Experience Ratings

1.5.3 Mitigation Plan

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. will utilize a health and safetymitigation plan for any subcontractor considered to be outside of theacceptable selection method. The mitigation plan will detail thesubcontractors plan to:

• Eliminate risks associated with performing a scope of work.• Enforce clients and Williams Scotsman training requirements.• Health and Safety plan to conform within acceptable Williams

Scotsman if Canada, Inc. safety matrixes. Example: reducepremiums through program/process implementation. The mitigationplan must detail the completion date of each activity and beapproved by Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. health and safetymanagement.


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1.5.4 Pre-Job

The selected subcontractor will provide a training matrix with individualemployee names and the areas if completed training for employees. The

subcontractor will also identify Competent Persons and the areas of theircompetency. The subcontractor will be included in pre-job meetings of kick-off meetings, and safety orientations.

1.5.5 On-Site

The subcontractor will notify Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. projectmanagement; within a minimum of 24 hours prior to the arrival of newemployees on-site so that arrangements can be made to provide the requiredorientations. Subcontractor employees must meet all the health, safety,training, orientation, drug and alcohol pre-screening and security

requirements of Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.’s clients.

• The subcontractor will be required to meet all hazard analysisrequirements and request the safe work permits as required by thisplan. The subcontractor will be included in the audits andinspections on-site and are expected to immediately correct any “AtRisk” behaviors or hazards identified that are within thesubcontractor’s scope of work and ability to correct. Employees ofsubcontractors have the right to refuse any work they deem to behazardous.

• All subcontractors will be included in tailgate safety meetings, job

safety analysis or hazard assessments, and on-the-job safetyinspections.

• The subcontractor will be required to adjust their “Safe WorkPractices” in order to excessive Near Hits and/or Near Misses. If thesubcontractor is unable to perform their scope of work without “AtRisk” behavior or creating hazardous working conditions on the site,the subcontractor’s working element will be required to leave siteuntil an abatement plan can be prepared and agreed upon.

1.5.6 Post-Contract

Upon completion of the work, a post-job subcontractor safety performancereview and evaluation will be completed to determine the safetyperformance of subcontractor and provide reference for future jobconsideration.


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1.6 MANAGEMENT OF CHANGE POLICY

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc and all subcontractors will conduct hazard

assessment when a change occurs in a construction plan or external influences impactthe manner in which the work will be conducted. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Changes to policy or objectives.

• Operating licences and permits, legal, and provincial regulatoryrequirements.

• Changes in procedures, practices and rules.

• Changes to controlled documentation.

• Work progress or methods.

• Any change other than exact replacement in kind to equipment. Processes,hardware, or software.

• Changes to operating boundaries; example operating envelopes.• Temporary changes that specify the period of time a change will be in

effect.

1.6.1 The management of change process covers all activities including the initialrequest, implementation, review, and closure of a change. Proposed changeswill be managed by Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. safety managementand forwarded to the Owner’s management for approval or disapproval. Thefollowing items will be included in the management of change proposal.

• Technical basis for the change.

• Impact of the change on the health and safety of personnel.• Impact of the change on the supplied tools and equipment.• Necessary modifications to existing or new operating procedures.• Methodology used to analyze the impact of the change.


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2.0 HAZARD ASSESSMENT

2.0 JOB PLANNING

2.1 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS/HAZARDASSESSMENT GUIDE

2.1.1 JOB HAZARD ASSESSMENT

2.1.2 JOB HAZARD CONTROLS

2.1.3 JOB HAZARD EMERGENCY CONTROLS

2.1.4 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS

2.2 HAZARD ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST

2.3 HAZARD ASSESSMENT CORRECTIVEACTION


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2.0 JOB PLANNING

A pre-job start up meeting is an important opportunity for the people in charge ofa project to sit down and plan procedures, facilities, timelines, etc. Siteorientation of the organizations / company’s health and safety program is essentialto the health and safety of everyone on the worksite.

Job planning and site planning for every new project should establish, in writing,at least the following things:

1. Hazard assessments.

2. Timing and frequency of on site inspections.

3. Special safety risks due to specialized equipment demands, environmentalconditions (codes of practice requirements).

4. Special safety precautions that must be constructed or installed (guardrailsand hazard awareness).

5. A list of special equipment needed, including PPE for all workers,inventory, and availability.

6. Emergency response plan.

7. Security measures (fences, material storage, controlled products).

8. Accident / incident, near miss reporting procedures.

9. Safety training and orientation (WHMIS, TDG, etc.).

10. Any other potential hazards to employees, sub trades, visitors, the public,etc.

Once the hazards are listed for the project or operations a number of critical tasks can beidentified.

2.1 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA)/JOB HAZARD ASSESSMENT (JHA)

A JSA/JHA is a careful analysis of the potential hazards associated with aparticular task (such as operating a backhoe or a lathe), or an entire jobsite. TheJSA/JHA breaks down the task into separate steps, examining each of for ways inwhich a worker could be hurt and/or property could be damaged.

There shall be a JSA/JHA or worksite hazard assessment for every job thatis part of a construction project. However, that could require an unreasonableinvestment of time and energy. In choosing which jobs call for JSA or worksitehazard assessment use the following priorities:

1. Any job that is associated with frequent accidents / incidents.

2. Any job that has produced injuries leaving anyone disabled.


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3. Any job that has the potential for serious injury.

4. New (or recently changed) jobs.

5. Jobs that are seldom performed (shutdown).

Over time these analyses will be done for every job, since there is usually a lot ofcarry-over form one job site to the next.

2.1.1 Job Hazard AssessmentManagement and supervision with workers involvement shall complete awritten hazard assessment prior to task or re-assess hazards during a jobtask to identify potential hazards according to the following guidelines;

• A written hazard assessment report must be reviewed and dated priorwith all workers prior to a new task.

• A hazard assessment report must be revised/reviewed if new hazard,

condition is identified, or persons are added to perform task.• Hazard assessments must be reviewed/revised with workers

performing an assessed job at regular intervals to ensure new hazardsare identified as conditions change.

• A new written hazard assessment must be performed bymanagement/supervision and workers if a hazard condition has causeda stoppage of a task.

• Hazard assessments must identify the severity of the hazard and themethod which is used to control/correct the hazard.

• All workers involved in a hazard assessment for a job task shall reviewand sign the written hazard assessment when created or revised.

2.1.2 Job Hazard ControlsAs part of the hazard assessment review or revision process managementand supervision and workers shall use the following controls for identifiedhazard(s);

• Eliminate the hazard if possible.

• Control the hazard with engineering control if possible.

• Administrative control to keep the hazard as low as possible.

• Personal protective equipment necessary to perform task withidentified hazard.

• Combination of engineering control, administrative control, andpersonal protective equipment to perform task with identified hazard.


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2.1.3 Job Hazard Emergency ControlManagement and supervision are responsible as part of a hazardassessment process to control or eliminate hazards to workers by;

• Ensuring workers performing task with identified hazard arecompetent to perform the task.

• Assigning the minimum amount of workers necessary to perform taskwith identified hazard.

• Ensuring emergency response plan is available and appropriate withidentified hazard.

2.1.4 Job Safety AnalysisManagement and supervision shall create a job safety analysis to minimizerisks associated with performing a given job task. A job safety analysiswill detail the steps to complete a job, the potential hazards, safe job

procedures required, and personal protective equipment needed tominimize the hazard risks in completing a job task. Review/revision of job safety analysis shall be done by management/supervision prior to thestart of task, with all involved workers signing and dating the written jobsafety analysis.

To perform job safety analysis:

1. Begin by looking carefully at how the equipment is designed. Forexample, will there be special problems in very hot or very coldweather, or tall / short operators?

2. Carefully observe someone doing the job as they normally would. Listeach of the basic steps (6 or more) involved in the task.

3. Identify the potential risks or hazards associated with each basic step.Think about as many aspects of the job as possible; mechanics,electricity, temperatures, pressures, leaks, explosives, noise, directionof movement, impacts, pinch points, stability of equipment, etc.

4. For each potential problem, write down what should be done to preventor minimize a problem from occurring. Indicate what the workershould do, things to look for, positions to take, movements to make, aswell as equipment maintenance and repair, or housekeeping. Give

very specific instructions, listing what to do and how to do it, ratherthan general statements like “use caution”.

5. Check the list with the workers who have done the task many times, tobe sure that all steps are included and all potential hazards identified.

6. Follow up on the analysis with those involved in the task to see thatcorrective actions are taken and to evaluate the effectiveness of theactions.


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2.2 JOB HAZARD ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST


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2.3 HAZARD ASSESSMENT CORRECTIVE ACTION

Workplace Hazard Assessment Corrective Action

Branch: ____________

Assessment Location: _________________________

Item Number Priority Recommended Action Follow Up

By

Date to

Complete

• THIS FORM MUST BE FAXED TO SAFETY MANAGER AFTER ALLCORRECTIVE ACTIONS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.

Manager’s Signature

Date:


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3.0 SAFE WORK PROCEDURES AND SAFE JOB PRACTICES

3.1- 13 SAFETY PRACTICES - OPERATIONS

3.14 SAFETY PRACTICES - SHOP

3.15 SAFETY PRACTICES - SUBCONTRACTOR

3.16 SAFE JOB PROCEDURES

3.17 SAFE JOB PROCEDURE ANNUAL REVIEW

3.18 FALL ARREST POLICY3.19 LOCK OUT / TAG OUT POLICY


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3.0 SAFETY PRACTICES

3.1 Operations - Introduction

3.1.1 Safety Hazards are an inherent part of the production and delivery, placement ofmodular products. These hazards are due to the processes, equipment, andengineering design of equipment.

3.1.2 HazardsEmployees must be aware of the potential hazards involved in eachapplication process and must exercise due caution in their daily work toprevent or minimize loss to persons, property and process. Some of thepotential hazards are identified as follows:

- Materials used in, or associated with production may be hazardous andmust be handled properly.- Moving equipment must be properly guarded when in operation and

must be properly locked out before servicing.- All electrical equipment must be locked out prior to servicing.- All mobile equipment must be equipped with back up alarms.- Management and supervision shall access and control the potential risk

to workers with contact of moving parts of all equipment/machinery orelectrically energized equipment onsite from clothing, hair, jewellery.

- The operator must not start machinery/equipment/tools where it causesrisk/hazard to other operators/workers.

Equipment failures can and do occur. Proper maintenance, control andtraining can minimize the hazards and the consequences.

3.1.3 Safe Work Procedures Safe work procedures vary between job sites depending on the workactivity, but in general workers are responsible for ensuring that theequipment under their control is operated safely and when maintenance isrequired it is handled by a qualified, competent person or by the trainedemployee in a safe manner.

It is also the responsibility of the employee to monitor work in or aroundequipment under their control and to alert any persons of any hazards dueto changing conditions. Employees should carefully examine equipmentupon work completion, and prior to putting the equipment back intoservice.

Each employee must be aware that his personal conduct and workprocedures contribute to a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.


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During all phases of the process his own and his fellow workers well-being depends largely on the conscientious performance of those duties.

3.1.4 Work Site Specific Procedures Work site specific procedures should be developed, where required, for

individual work stations based on the safe practices and regulatoryrequirements defined in this manual.

Supervisors with assistance from outside agencies are responsible for thedevelopment of these procedures.

3.1.5 Inspection Competent personnel must regularly inspect fire fighting and personalprotective equipment and any equipment found to be defective will beimmediately removed from service and shall be repaired or replaced.

3.1.6 Working Alone RequirementsWilliams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. recognizes the importance ofproviding a safe and secure work environment for the employees andsubcontractors. Our company will meet or exceed all regulatoryrequirements for employees and subcontractors who work alone. Theintent of the Working Alone Guidelines is to promote worker awarenessand facilitate worker safety when they are working alone. The Supervisorwill ensure that there are safety plans in place for those that work aloneand that these plans adhere to the Regulations. The Working AloneGuidelines applies when both of the following conditions exist:

1. A worker is working by themselves in an office, vehicle, servicefacility, field site, or any area where Williams Scotsman ofCanada, Inc. is conducting work operations.

2. Assistance, in the event of an injury, illness or emergency, is notreadily available to the worker.

3.1.7 Working Alone Safe Work Plans

• Safety Plans must be developed for all workers that must or may workalone as part of their required duties.

• Include an assessment all work areas for potential health and safety

hazards through a Hazard Assessment.• Identify how hazards will be eliminated or controlled.

• Identify an effective means of communication available or emergencycontact system for the worker in the event of an emergency.

• Specify procedures and effectively communicate the procedures to allaffected workers.

• Work Plans must review records of past incidents or accidents.


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3.1.8 Working alone is prohibited when the work involves:

• Confined space entry• An installation, equipment, or conductor operating at a nominal

voltage of 300 volts or more, except while testing equipment or

troubleshooting.• Electrical systems rated at more than 750 volts.

• Trenches

• A portable ladder that exceeds 6 metres in length and is not securelyfastened or work with a ladder that is likely to be endangered by traffic

• The use of fall arrest equipment and movable scaffolding above 4m (orthree sections)

• Machine and power tools that could cause a critical injury• Quick-acting acutely toxic material as described by the Material Safety

Data Sheet

• Use of supplied air respiratory equipment or self-contained breathing

apparatus is required• Risk of drowning

• Use of a vehicle, crane or similar equipment near a live power linewhere it is possible for any part or the equipment or its load to makecontact with the live power line

• A vehicle, crane, mobile equipment, or similar material handlingequipment where the operator does not have full view of the intendedpath of travel

• Welding operation where a fire watcher is required

• Tasks, which, based on the risk assessment conducted by thesupervisor in consultation with the employee and safety manager aredeemed to require more than one person.

3.1.9 Working Alone (Supervisor Responsibilities):

• Identify risks or hazards associated with the work to be performed(hazard assessment) or the environment where the work is to be done.

• Conduct and document a (job hazard analysis) hazard assessment foreach different (specific) type of work.

• Communicate the results of the hazard assessment to all affectedworkers and others conducting similar work (another hazardassessment is not required).

• Provide written working alone procedures for employees orsubcontractors working alone, in order to eliminate or minimizeidentified risks.

• Develop effective methods of communication for workers who requireemergency assistance (for example: cell phones, radio, pager). Whenelectronic devices are not feasible, an effective contact system must beestablished (for example: check in procedures, periodic site visits,


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requiring worker to check in after the completion of specific tasks) andthe length of time a worker may be out of contact with a supervisor(the frequency of regular communications) must be based on the resultfrom the hazard assessment and clearly understood.

• Document when working alone is permitted and or prohibited and

ensure this is effectively communicated to all workers.• Schedule potentially hazardous work for times when supervisors and

appropriate help will be available.

• Provide adequate staffing (for example: buddy system) for hazardoustasks performed off-hours or at remote locations.

3.1.10 Working Alone (Worker Responsibilities):

• Participate in the working alone hazard evaluation and riskmanagement decisions with the supervisor.

• Follow safe work practices outlined in safe work procedures.

• Maintain regular communication as directed by supervisors.

3.1.11 Machinery/Equipment/Tool Safe Guards

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. management and supervision shallensure that equipment, machinery and tools have applicable safe guardingaccording to the following guidelines;

• Ensure worker is protected from hazardous condition cause byequipment, machinery, and tools.

• Workers must receive training prior to usage of equipment, machinery,

and tools with safeguards installed.• Safe guards must meet the requirements for design, installation,

operation and maintenance of CSA standards Z432-04.

• Safe guards must be designed and approved by manufacturer for usagewith equipment, machinery, or tool.

• Be inspected by management/supervision during inspections.

• Be inspected by workers prior to usage.

• Safe guard will not be removed unless approved by management, andspecific procedures written to avoid any hazardous condition occurredby removal of safe guard.

• Safe guard and signage will be installed on equipment, machinery andtools that can automatically restart following an interruption ofoperation.

• Lock out and tag out energy source of equipment, machinery, andtools during removal/replacement/adjustment/maintenance/repair andinspection of safe guards.


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3.2 Training and Certification RequirementsWilliams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. is responsible to detail the requirements forproper training and certification of workers to ensure they are safe and productiveon work sites. The following training and certification requirements are to bemet.

3.2.1 Williams Scotsman of Canada Inc. Personnel The responsible supervisor for the operations must have the followingqualifications:

- First aid training current.- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training.- Technical training in the type of operation to be carried out.- Any other training required by Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.

3.2.2 Service Personnel

Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. personnel on site must be qualified inthe following areas:

- Certification required by the nature of the work, appropriate tradecertificates for service performed.

- Basic technical training in the operation or service they are there toperform.

3.2.3 Required Safety Training Courses Within the modular industry certain training and certification requirementsmust be met to ensure that safety is an integral part of all job functions.Training will be carried out to ensure compliance with mandatoryrequirements and other training will take place as determined by themanagement.

Management and/or supervisors must ensure that all employees receivethe required minimum training for the job task, additionally a completerecord of all safety training must be retained in a central location.

Changes in regulations and training requirements will be regularlymonitored to ensure that compliance with safety training needs aremaintained.

3.3 Housekeeping Housekeeping may be the most frequently neglected part of an employee orcontractor's responsibilities, although it is extremely important part of alloperations. There are important safety reasons for an emphasis on goodhousekeeping. Liquid spills become slipping or fire hazards. Piles of rags orsolvent soaked cleaning materials are all fire hazards. Loose boards can be atripping hazard.


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Another important factor with good housekeeping is that an untidy workplace canquickly become an unsafe workplace. If the sight of paper, debris and minorspills around the work site can be accepted as normal, so can other more serioussafety hazards be quickly taken for granted. Good housekeeping can instill a"Pride of Ownership" feeling for the personnel which soon reflects into a well-

run, efficient, well maintained work site.

General Rules Some general rules apply to good housekeeping:

1) Clean up after any work has been completed, see that all tools, equipmentand supplies are stored in a safe and tidy manner.

2) Slippery and oily spots should be cleaned up or sanded.

3) Extra care should be taken to ensure that aisles and walkways, exits andentrances to buildings, access to safety and fire fighting equipment and

access to first aid equipment are kept clear of obstructions and/or trippinghazards.

3.4 Office Safety Injuries and accidents in the office are just as painful and costly as those occurringin the work place. The office should be no less safe than any other area and equalamount of care must be taken to assure the welfare of the workers. Some simplerules will eliminate the majority of office hazards.

3.4.1 Filing and Storage Cabinets Prevent cabinets from tipping over by bolting cabinets together side byside where possible. Do not overload top shelves. Open drawers one at atime so as not to unbalance the cabinet. Close all the drawers when theyare not in use. Use the handles to open and close the drawers to preventpinched fingers. Do not struggle with firmly stuck drawers, the drawermay suddenly pull loose and fall on a foot, or could a muscle strain.

3.4.2 Paper Cutters and Shredders After using the paper cutter make sure that the blade is closed. Be verycareful when using the shredder to avoid catching jewellery, ties, clothingor long hair in the blades.

3.4.3 Waste Baskets Never use a wastebasket as an ashtray as this could easily start a fire. Ifthe basket is being used to dispose of glass, sharp edged cans or othersimilar objects, first place these objects in a bag or wrap them innewspaper and mark the contents clearly. Never leave these items loose inthe container.


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3.4.4 Electrical Cords To avoid fire hazard ensure that all electrical cords are in good conditionand not overloaded. Any cords that are worn or frayed are to be repairedor replaced immediately. Do not run electrical or telephone cords acrossaisles or walkways. Never remove an electrical cord form the wall socket

by pulling on the cord, always pull the plug head instead.

3.4.5 Floor and Aisles Slipping and tripping hazards are probably the most common in an officesetting. To avoid these:

- Keep floors and aisles free of all debris and storage boxes.- Use the aisles and walkways provided to move around the office. Do

not take short cuts.- Do not obstruct your forward view when walking by carrying objects

that are very large.

3.4.6 StairsNever leave or store material on the stairs.- Pick up debris and wipe up spills on the stairs immediately.- Report unsafe conditions.- Hold onto the handrail when using the stairs.

3.4.7 LaddersBasic rules for ladder use are as follows:

- If using a stepladder, ensure that it is fully open and is on level groundbefore starting to climb.

- Never stand on the top two rungs of the ladder.- Never reach to the side of a ladder, climb down and move the ladder.

3.4.8 Flammable Materials Never use flammable liquids such as gasoline, naphtha or varsol forcleaning in the office. Keep any flammable material in approvedcontainers that are properly labelled. Do not leave the containersuncapped.

3.4.9 FansUse only the fans with a wire mesh guard that completely covers theblades.

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3.4.11 Fire Precautions Ensure that all employees know the location of the fire fighting equipmentin the office and also know which type of extinguisher on which class offire. Ensure that extinguishers are properly maintained. Ensure that allpersonnel are familiar with escape routes to be used in an emergency and

know how to contact the emergency services.

3.5 Personal Conduct

3.5.1 Smoking "No Smoking" signs must be obeyed, smoking is only permitted indesignated smoking areas. All hazardous areas are designated "NoSmoking." Please consider the feelings of non-smokers.

3.5.2 Liquor and Drugs No alcoholic beverages or non-prescription drugs will be consumed,

distributed or in any workers possession in the workplace or on site. Noworker is allowed to accept relief from another, if in the opinion of the shiftemployee or his manager, the relieving worker is in any way impaired dueto the use of alcohol or drugs. No worker will be allowed in the workplaceor on a work site with 40 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood,urine or saliva. A supervisor will be made aware of any unsafe side effectsof any prescription or non-prescription drugs.

3.5.3 Horseplay Practical jokes, fighting or wrestling can result in a serious injury.Workers therefore shall refrain from indulging in these activities.

3.5.4 RunningFloors can be wet and slippery, therefore workers will watch their footing.Workers shall not run within the work place with the exception of anemergency. At that time if prudent the worker may run but must keep inmind the footing.

3.5.5 Fighting Fighting is unacceptable at any work site and will not be tolerated. Asindicated in the Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. Policies, theconsequence of such action will be automatic suspension of all partiesinvolved. Once the incident has been dealt with the responsible parties areliable to termination.

3.6 Noise Exposure and Hearing Protection

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follow up survey using sound level monitoring equipment to determine ifand where noise levels exceed the minimum allowable. Where noiselevels in any location exceed 80 dba all access points to the affected areamust be posted with signs indicating that "Hearing Protection isRequired".

3.6.2 Noise Control Where high levels are identified, appropriate steps must be taken tominimize the hazard:

- Engineering controls.(e.g. substituting less noisy equipment, isolationof the noise and/or operator).

- Administration control. (e.g. worker rotation)- Personal protective equipment.

3.6.3 Hearing Protection Equipment

Ear plugs and/or muffs are made available by Williams Scotsman ofCanada, Inc. at all facilities. The equipment supplied must have a noisereduction rating (N.R.R.) of at least 24 dba.

Equipment must not under any circumstances be altered and all personnelmust be informed about the hazards associated with excessive noiseexposure and the reasons for wearing the hearing protection provided.

Supervisory staffs are responsible for ensuring the use of protectiveequipment. No person is permitted to enter a designated area withoutwearing hearing protection.

3.7 Personal Protective Equipment

Injuries to a worker's health can occur through contact with physicaland/or chemical hazards. Appropriate approved personal protectiveequipment suitable for the work performed and the nature of the hazardmust be worn in order to eliminate or reduce the effects of the hazard.

3.7.1 Head Wear Hard hats must be C.S.A. class B rated, non-conducting high impactplastic. These devices will be worn when there is a possibility of injuryfrom overhead work being conducted. The employee will have the optionof the use of this equipment, however the company reserves the right toenforce the use of the equipment where it is warranted.


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3.7.2 ClothingAll persons entering the work site must be fully clothed. Pants must coverthe legs. Shirts, if long sleeved must be buttoned at the wrist. Clothingthat is loose, ragged or torn, bracelets, necklaces or neckties and watchesmust not be worn near rotating or moving equipment or where they can

possible become a hazard.

3.7.3 Mitts and Gloves When special clothing is required for handling chemicals, it will besupplied by the company and will be worn by the employee.

3.7.4 Footwear C.S.A. approved class 1, protective footwear will be worn at all worksites. Wearing of steel-toed runners may be allowed if they meet class 1requirements.

3.7.5 Hearing Protection Whenever noise hazards exist on a work site, levels exceeding 80 dba, allpersons entering the area must be provided with and wear approvedhearing protection.

3.7.6 Eye Protection C.S.A. approved protective eye wear or face shields must be worn whenthe nature of the work is such that it may result in injury to the eyes orface. The company will supply this special eyewear.

3.8 Fire Prevention and Extinguisher Operation It is a recognized fact that in order for a fire to start, three components, heat, airand fuel, must come together. It is the responsibility of the company to take allreasonable steps to control of the components effects.

One of the most common causes of an unwanted fire is poor housekeeping,allowing accumulations of trash and other waste materials in locations wherethere is a possible ignition source. Some basic rules can help to prevent this fromoccurring:

1) Suitable containers shall be provided for waste materials, these containersregularly emptied and their contents properly disposed of.

2) Paints, thinners, oils, chemicals etc. shall be stored in well-ventilated areasor properly constructed lockers well away from ignition sources.Flammable liquids shall be kept in approved containers and only handled insafe areas.

3) Mops, wiping and cleaning rags shall not be placed near ignition sources.

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3.9 Use of PropaneALWAYS USE-STORE-AND TRANSPORT CYLINDERS IN AN

UPRIGHT POSITION

In upright position relief valve section of cylinder valve communicates with

vapour space in cylinder, as it is intended to be. Vertically mounted cylinders, thetype that are used for forklifts have the relief valve side mounted to allow thevalve to be in the vapour space.

Propane containers are never charged completely liquid full. A vapour spacemust be maintained above the liquid level to allow for liquid expansion thatresults from temperature increase.

Do not use, store or transport cylinders in a horizontal position. Cylinders lyinghorizontal allow liquid gas to communicate with relief valve and if some wererequired to function, due to abnormal pressure, liquid gas would emit from valve.

It would also allow liquid to flow to vapour consuming type appliances. Bothconditions would be unsafe.

Vapour withdrawal type containers are normally used with temporary heaters andfor other applications around construction sites.

3.10 Vehicles and DrivingAny Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. Employee to whom a vehicle is issued orassigned is responsible for the maintenance of the vehicle, pre and post tripinspections as required by the National Safety Code and this Williams Scotsmanof Canada, Inc. manual and any associated equipment while the vehicle is in theirpossession.

- All drivers should be trained and licensed to drive the class of vehicles and anysuspension of these privileges should be reported immediately.

- The drivers of any company vehicles will follow all governing traffic laws andrules of the road.

- Any driver shall not drive a company vehicle while under the influence of drugsor alcohol. This includes; blood alcohol level at or above the provincialgoverning legal limit, illegal drugs, and prescription medications that causedrowsiness or other conditions that may cause impairment.

Failure to follow the above listed condition will result in disciplinary actionaccording to the zero tolerance violation policy.

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3.10.2 First Aid KitA first aid kit is required in all Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.vehicles and should meet the legislated needs for the job or task.

3.10.3 Flares and Warning Devices

All company vehicles shall be equipped with flares and/or advancewarning devices such as reflective triangles. These warning devicesshould under normal circumstances, be visible at 13A0 meters (3A00Feet) and should comply with current C.S.A. standards.

3.10.4 Fire extinguishers Fire extinguishers are required on all company vehicles.

3.10.5 Firearms Firearms will not be carried in company vehicles or while in theemployment of the company.

3.10.6 Windshields and Headlights Windshields should be free of cracks in the driver’s line of sight and keptclear of the build up of contaminants on the inside. Headlights shall beused whenever the vehicle is in motion. Headlight use during the daylighthours has been shown to significantly reduce accidents.

3.10.7 Seat Belts Seat belts shall be worn at all times by the occupants of company vehicles.It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure that all occupants are securedby a seat belt prior to the vehicle being in motion. No passenger shall be

allowed to travel in any part of a vehicle (other than a sleeper) that doesnot have properly attached seat belts. No tools, materials, or other objectsshall be carried loose in the passenger compartment.

3.10.8 Speed Limits Observe all posted speed limits. These limits are set for ideal conditions.Adjust your speed to suit the road and weather conditions. On companyproperty the speed limit is 10 kph.

3.10.9 Pre and Post Trip InspectionsAll commercial vehicles, (which includes truck or truck tractor, licence

G.V.W. exceeding 8200 kg and attached trailer(s)), must be given a pre andpost trip mechanical inspection by the driver on a daily basis. Responsibilityto ensure this is done is shared by the driver and the carrier. The tripinspection report requirement is designed to protect the driver, alert carriersto mechanical problems and ensure that no defective equipment is allowedon the highway. It is a written report that is completed by the driver andreviewed by the carrier.


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3.10.10 RequirementsThe report must contain the following:

1) The licence number and unit number of the vehicle.

2) A checklist containing information on the following:

- Service brakes, including trailer brake connections and brakeadjustments.

- Parking brake.- Steering mechanism.- Lighting devices and reflectors.- Tires.- Horn.- Windshield wipers.- Rear vision mirrors.

- Coupling devices.- Wheels, rims and wheels nuts and studs.- Emergency equipment.- Load securement devices.

3) A statement to the effect that no defect was discovered or came to theattention of the driver, should that be the case.

4) The date and the signature of the driver.

5) A separate inspection and report must be completed whenever avehicle to which these regulations apply is put into service for thatday.

3.10.11 Procedures1) Prior to each trip the driver shall perform a walk around the vehicle to

ensure; a clear path is available, that there are no defects to the vehicleprior to usage.

2) The pre trip inspection shall be performed on a daily basis prior to thefirst trip of the day.

3) If a trip lasts more than one day, the inspection required shall be

carried out no later than the first stop of any subsequent days of thetrip.

4) The post trip inspection shall be performed at the end of the final tripof the day, or where the trip lasts more than one day, then on thesecond and every subsequent day of the trip at the final rest stop of theday. The driver shall inspect the vehicle and record and defectsobserved as a result of the inspection or while in charge of the vehicle.


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5) Repairs to noted defects must be made prior to movement of thecommercial vehicle according to manufacture’s guidelines.

6) The current day’s pre trip must be carried in the vehicle.

7) The carrier shall keep the original of the pre trip and proof ofrepairs or corrections for at least three months from the date that thereport was prepared.

3.10.12 ReportsDefects are to be indicated on pre and post trip inspection reports and asigned copy turned in to the appropriate location. A service report willbe filled out for each time repairs or servicing is carried out.

3.10.13 Maintenance All pre and post inspection reports shall be filed at the Calgary office fora period of not less than 1 month for each unit. All maintenance,

inspection and repair records for each unit shall be filed at the Calgaryoffice for a period of not less than 3 years. All maintenance shall beperformed according to manufacturer’s guidelines. For any vehiclesretired from service, the maintenance records should be maintained for 6months from the date of retirement.

3.10.14 Records Records shall be kept on each unit covering the following information:

1) Identification of Vehicle- Unit number.- Serial number.- Make of vehicle.- Year of manufacture.- Size of tires.

2) Records of maintenance.- Nature of inspection.- Maintenance, servicing completed (dates, odometer reading).- Modifications to the vehicle.

- Axles.- Suspension.

- Notices of defects from the manufacturer.

- Corrective work performed.

3) Driver Records.- All driver logbook records shall be maintained in the Calgary

office.- All driver abstracts (current) shall be filed at the Calgary office.

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3.11 National Safety CodeIntroduction The National Safety Code Regulations outline the procedures required to ensureClass 1, 3 and 3A Vehicles are driven safely and in such a way as to minimize thedanger to life, health, property and the environment. When a Williams Scotsman

of Canada, Inc. vehicle is being driven, it is the responsibility of the operator tofollow all speed limits, rules and regulations of the road and apply professionaldriving procedures at all times.

3.11.1 Drivers Driver TrainingAll drivers shall have orientation training prior to starting a driving job,either as a new or transferred employee. All new drivers will submit adriver’s abstract prior to driving a Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.vehicle.

Driver SuspensionsIf any driver becomes suspended before his abstract review, the drivershall inform his supervisor immediately. Failure to do so may begrounds for dismissal. Drivers must provide the company with a copy ofALL violation tickets, notices and orders and roadside inspection reportson any vehicle bearing the company’s National Safety Code Numberwithin 13A days of receiving the notification.

3.11.2 Accident Incident Reporting

Accident reportingAll accidents, regardless of severity, shall be reported immediately to theappropriate manager. These accidents shall be investigated anddocumented for review by the management of the company. Thedetermination as to whether the accident was preventable or not shall bebased on the premise that a preventable accident is one in whichpersonnel or property damage results and the driver failed to doeverything reasonably possible to avoid the accident (ANSI Z.16.4 -1977).

All drivers must complete a company accident/incident report form forall violation tickets, notices and orders, road side inspection reports,cargo damage or vehicle damage. The report shall be filled in on thedate of the incident and turned into the manager with the day’s paperwork.

PreventionAll accidents shall be reviewed on a monthly basis with the drivers. Thereview shall encourage drivers to operate more safely by activelyinvolving them in recognizing and correcting unsafe conditions.


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3.11.3 Hours of Service

ProceduresAll drivers of vehicles 14,600 Kg or greater are compelled by regulationto maintain an accurate logbook of their hours of service. The driver

shall be able to produce log sheets for the previous 7 days upon request.All other logs sheets shall be turned in to the Calgary office, where theywill be stored for 6 months at which time they will be archived for aperiod of time to be determined by the management.

All drivers will fill out logbooks in addition to daily time sheets, andturn the log sheets in at the end of the shift or trip, to management.

The logbooks shall include:

1. Date of the log.

2. Printed name of the driver and the driver’s signature.3. Odometer reading at the beginning of the day.4. Total distance driven by the driver during the shift.5. Truck license number (s) and company unit number (s).6. Printed name of co-driver.7. Start of the period covered by the log where it is other than the

beginning of the day.8. Ensure the company name and address is contained on the sheet.9. Total hours spent in each duty during the shift. (On duty, sleeper

berth, driving, on duty not driving.).10. Graph grid filled out accurately recording time in each duty status

by identifying the times in each duty using the appropriate graphmarkers and a vertical line to mark status changes.

11. The name of the municipality, province, state or location, highwayetc., where a change in status occurs, as well as marking all on dutytime within the locations, other than driving time.

12. The total of hours in each status period entered to the right of thegraph grid, ensuring that the 24 hours is not exceeded.

Days off may be combined on one logbook page, and must be turned inwith the paper work for the shift or trip immediately following the daysoff.

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3.12 Chemical Handling (WHMIS)All employees are in actual or potential contact with numerous differentchemicals during the course of a normal workday. For that reason the Federal andProvincial Governments developed the Workplace Hazardous MaterialsInformation System (WHMIS), an educational program designed to teach

employees the best methods to deal effectively with chemicals.

The program covers the following topics:

- What the chemicals are.- The components of the chemicals.- Associated potential and actual health hazards.- Protective equipment required.- First aid measures.- Spill and leak control.

3.12.1 Training All employees are required to take part in WHMIS training programs,which include:

- Introduction.- Health hazards.- Site-specific training.- How to compile an accurate chemicals list.- Development of a material safety data sheet system.

3.12.2 WHMIS WHMIS or the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System is aCanada wide hazard communication system to transmit to the employeesall relevant information about chemicals in the workplace and theprogram defines the requirements for labeling, material safety datasheets and worker education.

The WHMIS system has several key areas briefly described here and inmore detailed government publications or training packages.

i) It requires that Canadian and importing suppliers of hazardousmaterials provide hazard information, in the form of labels andMSDS to their Canadian workplace customers as a condition ofsale.

ii) It requires employers to ensure that all materials included in thechemical list are adequately labelled at the workplace and thatMSDS's are available for those products.

iii) It requires that employers provide worker education in order thatthe workers can apply the information provided to protect theirhealth and safety.


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iv) It allows valid confidential business information to be with heldfrom disclosure.

The WHMIS program is trying to solve the problems associated with:

- Having unlabelled chemicals at the work site.- Inadequate information provided to employers and employees bythe product suppliers in respect to the identity and hazardousproperties of the materials used at the work sites and the precautionsto be used when handling them.

- Lack of awareness by employers and employees about thechemicals they are using.

- Potential adverse consequences of inconsistent requirementsbetween Canadian jurisdictions.

3.12.3 Eyewash Stations and Deluge Showers

Eyewash stations and deluge showers, if required, must be placed at ornear high-risk areas, determined at the time of construction or during asafety or loss audit. It is recommended to place the equipment 3 to 10meters from the high-risk area in such a location as to protect it fromchemical or heat exposure.

Volumes of Water Required The safety shower must meet the requirements of ANSI standardZ33A8.1-1981 and must supply heated water, 13A to 33A degrees C, ata rate of at least 114 litres per minute and the eyewash station at a rate ofat least 11.4 litres per minute for at least 13A minutes.

Where water systems are not practical, approved potable eyewashstations are recommended.

3.13 Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) The Transportation of Dangerous goods Regulations require that any person whohandles, offers for transport or transport dangerous goods must be trained or underthe direct supervision of a person trained in the regulations.

Handling: Includes loading, unloading, packing and unpacking dangerous goods in or from anycontainer, package, or means of transport for the purpose of transporting thosegoods, including enroute storage. Handlers include shippers, receivers, loaders, lifttruck operators and warehousemen.

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Transporting: the actual transfer or movement of goods from a shipper to areceiver, includes safe handling and protection of goods, enroute document custodyand applying safety marks to transport units.

There are many situations where a person may fill any or all of the above roles andbe responsible for meeting the TDG requirements of each. A driver who picks up a

drum at a warehouse, transports it to a drop off and unloads it has acted asconsignor, carrier and consignee. When demanded by an Inspector a person who ishandling, offering or transporting Dangerous Goods must show a training certificateunder the TDG regulations.

3.13.1 TrainingThe training shall include:- Classification, nature and characteristics of Dangerous Goods.- Packaging requirements.- Safety mark requirements.- Documentation requirements.

- Special precautions for handling and reporting.- Reporting requirements.- Emergency response.- Availability and use of handling and transporting equipment.- Availability and use of safety equipment.

3.13.2 Responsibilities The TDG regulations specify responsibilities for persons involved in TDGactivities. Some responsibilities are common to all persons; others arespecific to only trained persons.

- Carrier: a person who transports a shipment, the driver.- Consignee: a person who receives a shipment, the receiver.- Consignor: a person who offers a shipment for transport, the shipper,

manufacturer or importer.

3.13.3 Common Responsibilities a) The employer is to ensure that persons involved in the transportation of

dangerous goods are adequately trained or directly supervised by atrained person.

b) The employer is to issue trained persons with a Certificate of Training.c) On the request of an inspector a certification of training for TDG must

be produced.

d) An emergency response plan must be filed with the TDG directorate ifrequired by the legislation.

e) Report dangerous occurrences while in charge, management r controlof the dangerous goods.

f) Take emergency action to correct or control any danger from release ofdangerous goods while in charge, management or control.

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3.14 SAFETY PRACTICES (SHOP)

3.14.1 Operating Safety

Prior to any Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc. employee using tools as

identified in the following section, there has to be a regular maintenance done onthat tool or piece of equipment. Each operator as he uses the tool or piece ofequipment is responsible to ensure that the tool is being used or operated as setout in the manufacturer’s recommended practices. The following is only ageneral guideline and the specific practices should be obtained from those trainedin the proper use of the tool or the manufacturers guidelines.

3.14.1.1 Portable Electrical Tools Before any portable tool is plugged into the receptacle, a check shall bemade for worn or broken cords and lose or damaged plug or receptacle.Portable electric power tools shall always have a three-wire cord with

the ground wire properly attached. They shall be plugged into an outletthat is grounded. Extension cords and “J” boxes shall have the same preuse inspection. Any piece of electrical equipment found to be defectiveshall be repaired prior to use. When the equipment is no longerrepairable, the faulty equipment will be turned into the supervisor forreplacement.

- Do not use any portable electrical equipment while standing on a wetfloor or in moisture of any kind.

- Before using a portable grinder, make sure no one is in the areawhere the sparks and cuttings may fly towards them.

- Grinders require the use of face shields. Safety glasses alone are notsufficient with the use of grinding equipment.

- A check shall be made to ensure that a drill or grinder isdisconnected from the power source before changing the drill or thestone.

- All portable tools shall be equipped with a spring-released switch.No lock type controls shall be allowed.

- All clothing/hair/jewellery must be fastened or removed where apotential to contact moving or rotating equipment/tools.

3.14.1.2 Stationary Power Machine and Tools i) Power machine and tools shall not be used by anyone not

instructed in their use.ii) If it becomes necessary for anyone not familiar with the use of a

machine to operate it, adequate instruction and safety precautionsshall be furnished by the supervisor or regular operator.

iii) A face shield shall be worn by an operator of a grinding or cuttingmachine.


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iv) No chuck key is to be left in the chuck. The key shall be checkedfor worn or broken teeth.

v) When operating a pedestal or bench grinder, guards shall be cleanand in place. The grinder stone is to be faced off square with thecorners rounded to prevent chipping. This is to be accomplished

by using a diamond stone dresser at the center of the stone orslightly below. A grinder which runs unevenly or out of balanceshall not be used. The affected wheel shall be repaired or replacedat once.

vi) When changing stones on any grinder, be sure the rpm of the stoneand the motor are compatible.

vii) When grinding always cut across the full face of the stone to avoidundue wear in any one spot. Never grind on the side of the stoneon a pedestal or bench grinder. Have a container of cooling fluidnear the grinder for cooling the parts being ground. Never grindwood, brass, aluminium or other soft metals. The only exception

to this is hammer handles and then full face shields shall be wornduring the process.viii) Do not leave a machine running unattended. Do not attempt to

clean away cuttings or other materials while the machine isrunning. Always use a brush to clean cuttings, do not usecompressed air. Do not hand brake the rotating parts of a machine.

ix) Eye protection warning signs shall be placed on or near stationarypower machines. When using a drill press, always have workclamped securely to the table to prevent it from hanging up,spinning or being thrown.

x) All clothing/hair/jewellery must be fastened or removed where apotential to contact moving or rotating equipment/tools.

3.14.1.3 Arc Welding Equipment i) Only authorized, qualified personnel shall use welding equipment.ii) Helmets shall be used during all arc welding/cutting operations.

Always inspect the welding hood for light leaks. Keep lensesclean or replace them as necessary.

iii) Eye protection signs shall be placed or posted near all stationarywelding equipment.

iv) All welding cables, electrode holders, ground clamps, receptacleand other welding equipment shall be checked monthly by theoperator.

v) Before plugging in the machine, inspect the cables, power cord,plug and receptacle. Be sure the machine is turned off beforeplugging it in.

vi) Prior to striking an arc, be sure there is no danger of getting flashburns. Do not weld where hot slag can drop on other persons orflammable material.

vii) Protect all finished surfaces near the weld site.


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viii) Welding shall always be done in a well-ventilated area. Whenwelding coated materials such as zinc or cadmium, be aware thatthese fumes are very toxic.

ix) Under no circumstance shall tanks be repaired by Davey CartageCo. personnel.

3.14.1.4 Gas Welding Equipment i) Only authorized qualified personnel shall use welding or cutting

equipment.ii) Eye protection signs shall be placed on or near all gas welding

equipment.iii) Do not cut any materials on concrete floor as the heat may cause

the cement to explode.iv) All hoses, gauges, regulators, flashback arrests, torches and other

equipment shall be checked on a monthly schedule. Alway

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Williams Scotsman of Canada Safety Manual 021511