RISK ASSESSMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF UNDERGROUND UPVC DUCTS & CONDUITS
Installing underground UPVC ducts and conduits is a critical task that demands meticulous planning and a thorough understanding of potential hazards. Whether you're working in urban infrastructure or industrial settings, ensuring safety during these installations is paramount. In this article, we'll walk you through a comprehensive risk assessment tailored specifically for this process, highlighting key hazards, control measures, and best practices to safeguard your team and the surrounding environment. Brought to you by HSE Documents, your trusted source for free health and safety resources worldwide, this guide is designed to help professionals like you implement effective safety measures on every project.
Activities
Mobilization of Workers to Site
"Access to work areas by personnel and plant.
Vehicles/Plant
Equipment operations"
"Offloading, Shifting of U/G DUCTS/CONDUITS
Using Mobile Crane/
Forklift"
"Manually handling works during shifting and working with materials"
"Using of hydraulic
Trolley/ jack lift for Shifting materials to workplace or Store also for assistance during installation."
"Storage of materials on-site"
Use of Hand tools
"Used of temporary power supply and extension cable leads"
"Use of Grinding Machine during installation"
"Use of Drill Machine during installation"
"Scaffold erection and modification and dismantling."
"WORK AT HEIGHT USING Scaffold, A-Type Ladder/Podium Ladders"
Hazards
Vehicle accidents
Manual handling hazards
Damaging adjacent/overhead services
Exposure to dust
Vibration
Slip, trip & falls
Incompetent/Untrained Workers
Personnel being run over or struck by moving vehicles
Collision with other vehicles or existing facilities and assets
Falling of materials during offloading or shifting
Parking/hand brakes not engaged
Un-inspected equipment
Horseplay in the working area
Incompetent operator or worker
Unsafe stacking
Struck by a falling object
Poor housekeeping
Improper storage
Using a damaged hand tool
Fall of tools or materials
Lack of PPE
Exposed cables routed on wet surfaces
Used of damaged extension leads
Using a cable of lesser power rating to power equipment with a higher power rating
Contact with wheel
Burst disc
Wheel breakage
Contact projectiles
Kickback
Entanglement
Electric shock
Trailing cables
Dust
Noise vibration
Jamming or slipping
Unguarded machine
Exposed moving parts
Sharp objects
Used of rusted bits
Electrical hazards
Scaffold collapse
Work at heights – fall of men & material
Overhead & adjacent utilities
Without a permit to work
Without TBT conducted
Using substandard scaffolding materials
Un-inspected or damaged safety harness
Unbarricaded working area
Working without proper supervision
Lack or improper access
Damage to UPVC ducts/conduits
Poor illumination
Open working area
Lack of emergency rescue team or kit
Incompetent emergency responders
Improper or lack of ventilation
Working in a close environment or space
Lack of personal hygiene
Not observing social distance
Lack of health and temperature monitoring and checks
Poor coordination
Low or high illumination
Sleeping on the job
Lack of rest
Mental and psychological stress
Risk
"Minor Injury
Fines
Property Damage"
"➢ Major & Minor Injuries
➢ Property Damage
➢ Fatalities
➢ Environmental Impact"
"➢ Minor Injury
➢ First Aid case
➢ Medical Treatment Case
➢ Major Injury
➢ Property/Asset Damage"
"➢ Musculoskeletal Disorders
➢ Fatigue
➢ Neck and Upper Limb Disorders
➢ Minor Injury
➢ Major Injury
➢ Property/Asset damage"
"➢ Musculoskeletal Disorders
➢ Fatigue
➢ Neck and Upper Limb Disorders
➢ Minor Injury
➢ Major Injury
➢ Property/Asset damage"
"➢ Minor Injury
➢ Property Damage"
"➢ Cut Injury
➢ Hand Injury
➢ Minor Injury"
"➢ Minor Injury
➢ Major Injury
➢ Electrocution
➢ Fatal Injury"
"➢ Cuts to the skin
➢ Amputation of finger
➢ Eye injuries
➢ Head injuries
➢ Foot injuries
➢ Electrocution
➢ Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome
➢ Fire"
"➢ Cuts to the skin
➢ Amputation of finger
➢ Eye injuries
➢ Head injuries
➢ Foot injuries
➢ Electrocution
➢ Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome
➢ Fire"
"➢ Minor Injury
➢ Major Injury
➢ Property Damage
➢ Environmental Impact
➢ Reputation Hamper"
"➢ First Aid Cases
➢ Minor Injury
➢ Medical Treatment Cases
➢ Major Injury
➢ Suspension Trauma
➢ Property Damaged"
"➢ First Aid Cases
➢ Minor Injury
➢ Suspension Trauma
➢ Property Damage"
"➢ Air Leakage
➢ Property Damage
"➢ Minor Injury
➢ Property damage
"➢ Fainting
➢ Heat Stroke
➢ Heat Exhaustion
➢ Heat Cramps
➢ Dizziness
➢ Unconsciousness
➢ Dehydration
"➢ Minor Injury
➢ First Aid Case
➢ Medical Treatment Case
➢ Suspension Trauma
➢ Fines
➢ Property Damage"
"➢ Fever
➢ Cough
➢ Shortness of Breath
➢ Sore Throat
➢ Headache"
"➢ Environmental
➢ Fire
➢ Minor Injury"
"➢ Psychological trauma
➢ Sleeplessness
➢ Restlessness
➢ Minor Injury
➢ Property Damage"
Controls Measures
All New Employees are to be given Site Induction before site Entry and work
All new employees are to be trained on the safe work process at the site.
All new employees are to go through MSRA training on-site.
All New EmployeeEmployees are to undergo the Company Orientation Program on Policies and local regulations and law familiarization.
Workplace safety on violence and abuse at work is to be conducted for all new employees
All employees are to be advised to avoid horseplay in the workplace.
Local Language understood by the Employees is to be used as a mode of communication during TBT, Training, and awareness.
Proper supervision and monitoring of new employees are to be done by concerned line managers.
New employees are to be allowed to acclimatize to their new place of work
New Workers are to be monitored and supervised more as they are prone to mistakes on the job.
New employees are to be assigned a superior to understudy for proper integration into the company work process and system.
➢ Competent drivers with Valid Driving Licenses.
➢ Worker pedestrian routes to be designed and implemented with clear signage & Instructions.
➢ All plant and operators to be Third Party certificated by the approved body;"
➢ Flagmen to be used to control personnel and vehicle movements & reversing.Traffic marshals at crossing points."
➢ Heavy equipment shall be equipped with audible reversing alarm (not possible on bi-directional equipment);
➢ Convex mirrors at blind spots and hard shoulders.
➢ Job rotation/ manual handling training/practices & adequate rests.
➢ Identify overhead & adjacent utilities; barricade and intimate all during Daily TBTs, with adequate supervision.
➢ Dust Masks & Dust suppression methods to be implemented.
"➢ Personnel working with vibrating tools to be provided with sufficient breaks and job rotation administered adequately."
➢ All cables/ hoses if any, to be routed adequately. Adequate housekeeping practices, and good cable management. Gumboots are to be used to access wet/ slushy surfaces.
➢ All operatives engaged shall be trained with the necessary information, instructed regarding their roles & responsibilities, and Continuously supervised."
➢ MSRA to be communicated to all Workers before the start of work.
➢ Permit to Work to be obtained before the start of the activity.
➢ Only Certified operators with 3rd party certificates Approved by ENAS Should operate Mobile crane cranes/Forklifts.
➢ Training for safe loading and offloading of materials to be conducted for the team.
➢ Nobody should stand under lifted materials inside the lifting zone.
➢ A trained flagman must be available in the area during this operation.
➢ Competent rigger with 3rd party certificate for rigging & slinging activity.
➢ All the vehicles in the working area should have reverse alarms and warning lights.
➢ Inspect Mobile cranes and all lifting accessories for their serviceability and Suitability for purpose.
➢ All lifting activities are to be carried out under the supervision of a qualified, trained and Approved Lifting Supervisor Only
➢ Follow the site speed limit of 20 kph.
➢ HSE induction to every personnel.
➢ Supervision and monitoring by Foreman during this operation.
➢ All Vehicle used for delivery must have preventive maintenance log in place
➢ Vehicle drivers are not allowed to come out of their vehicle during offloading activities at the site.
➢Comply with Local Authority regulations and HSE requirements.
➢ No person stands behind a reversing vehicle in the Work area.
➢ Materials must be secured before shifting and lifting
➢ The area must be clear at all times.
➢ Pedestrian segregation to be provided in general work areas
➢ Hand brakes to be engaged while the vehicle is parked
➢ Manual Handling training to be given to all operatives doing manual handling activity.
➢ Avoid horse playing in the work area.
➢ Materials must be secured properly before shifting.
➢ Comply with Local Authority regulations and HSE requirements.
➢ The area must be clear of debris or obstacles at all times.
➢ All workers are to be trained to only manually lift materials based on their capability and capacity.
➢ Workers to avoid lifting materials above 25kG.
➢ Workers to always seek help for manual lifting of heavy materials
➢ Workers are to avoid horseplay during manually shifting materials.
➢ Workers are to be more conscious of their work environment.
➢ Workers are to avoid heavy lifting to avoid ergonomic injuries.
➢ Mechanical aid to be used if required.
➢ Supervision and Monitoring by Foreman/Supervisor during this activity
"➢ Complete PPE to be used, safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass, and face/Nose mask."
"➢ Pre-Task briefing or TBT to be carried out by foreman or supervisor before start the start of work communicating hazard and control measures to its workers."
"➢ Use of Hydraulic trolley/ jack lift should be carried out in the safest way most safely with consideration the size of the load, task, involved individuals’ physical conditions with the working environments, adequate rest and instructions and training."
➢ Ensure access is clear of obstacles.
➢ Visual inspection to be done before the use of hydraulic pallet.
➢ SWL to be followed while using hydraulic pallet.
➢ Foreman and operatives shall ensure the access is free from obstruction before starting the material shifting.
➢ Close supervision & monitoring should be in place.
➢ Workers are to avoid horseplay during the use of a Hydraulic trolley.
"➢ Do not try to lift something that is beyond your capability; ask for assistance (buddy system)."
➢ Take care of pinch points/ sharp edges while handling.
"➢ Complete PPE to be used, safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass, and Face/Nose mask. Suitable PPE as per activity requirement."
➢ Safe stacking of materials to be done.
➢ Avoid Horseplay.
➢ Approved designated area must be available before delivering the material at the site.
➢ Store material according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
➢ Materials to be covered with tarpaulin to avoid any damage and maintain its quality.
➢ Signage warning tape to be pasted around the storage area.
➢ All materials received shall be checked for manufacture details as per delivery note & approved material submittal.
"➢ Ensure the materials are stored properly and there is no mark of damage or deformity of any kind before issuing the material from the site store. All material and accessories shall also be free of dust, scale, or oil."
➢ Fire extinguisher available in the storage area.
➢ Operatives trained on proper storage Techniques.
➢ No Smoking in Storage areas.
➢ Good Housekeeping to be maintained at the storage area.
➢ Fire risk load to be reduced in Storage Areas.
➢ Manual handling training to be conducted tofor store workers.
➢ Fire points to be provided in storage areas.
➢ Proper access into and exit the store to be provided.
➢ Emergency exit point to be provided in the store.
➢ Materials to be stored below shoulder height.
➢ Materials to be stored horizontally instead of vertically storing.
➢ Operatives must be trained in Safe Use of Hand Tools.
➢ Tool boxes shall be locked and secured when not in use.
➢ Tools shall be of good quality and shall be replaced if faulty or broken.
"➢ Instructions and information about users to carry out visual inspections before use and damaged tools shall be returned to stores for replacement."
➢ No handmade tools shall be used.
➢ Tools shall only used for the purpose they are designed for.
"➢ Safety gloves shall be mandatory when using hand tools whose may lead to cutting, stabbing or abrasion of the user’s hand."
"➢ Hand tools to be tied and secured at the location of the work while working access ways, building edges, etc."
➢ Use the correct tools for the activity. Adequate working platforms are to be provided.
"➢ Hand tools must be inspected, right for the job, attached/ placed in handrails or to the person whilst working at height."
➢ Workers to be instructed and guided on using hand tools correctly.
➢ Do not use damaged tools and they must be returned to the store and replaced.
➢ Do not throw the tools, use rope to pass tools to others from high-level
"➢ All operatives engaged shall be trained with the necessary information, instructed regarding their roles & responsibilities, and Continuously supervised."
"➢ Complete PPE to be used, safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass, Face/Nose mask, and safety harness. Suitable PPE as per activity requirement."
➢ Proper access into and exit the store to be provided.
➢ Emergency exit point to be provided in the store.
➢ Materials to be stored below shoulder height.
➢ Materials to be stored horizontally instead of vertically storing.
"➢ All sockets in use in the construction area with a voltage excess of 110 volts shall be protected RCDssingf 30MA RCD”s with zero time delay."
➢ RCD’s shall be tested monthly.
➢ Electrical cables must be elevated to avoid the risk of becoming both a trip hazard and a potential source of electrocution.
➢ Ensure sharp edges are protected and hand gloves and goggles are wornthe .
➢ Use right tool as per activity requirement.
"➢ All Workers must undergo internal Electrical safety training before start of work."
"➢ Pre-Task briefing or TBT to be carried out by foreman or supervisor before start of work communicating hazard and control measures to its workers."
➢ Inspected and color-coded extension leads to be used on-site.
"➢ Ensure that prior to using the extension leads are in good condition and without any damage."
➢ Damage extension leads must be removed from the work area immediately and returned to the store for replacement.
"➢ Power supply must be off if not in use Electrical power board to be fitted with
RCD/ELCB of 30mili ampere."
"➢ Electrical Distribution boards are to be inspected periodically and labeled or tagged."
➢ Do not overload the electrical Distribution board.
➢ Cables are to be routed above the head or below ground level.
➢ Cables are not to be routed along or across wet areas,.
"➢ Complete PPE to be used, safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, electrical gloves, safety glass, and Face/Nose mask. Suitable PPE as per activity requirement."
➢ Hot Work Permit to be obtained before the start of the task
➢ Workers using Grinding Machines must be trained in the Proper and Safe Use of Power Tools.
➢ Grinding works that produce an ignition source must not commence until a hot work permit has been issued by the PTW Coordinator (Safety Officer).
➢ All grinding works must be performed by trained operators and must be supervised during these operations at all times.
➢ In addition to the above, the operator must also implement the following.
"➢ All HSE requirements under HSE Regulations and Guidelines shall be adhered to at all times by site personnel, sub-contractors, and visitors."
➢ Disconnect the mains plug when changing accessories.
➢ Ensure switch is “OFF” before plugging into the power supply.
"➢ Ensure cable and plug is not defected / damaged, e.g. outer cable sheath is without cuts, internal wiring is not exposed in anyway at point of entry to plugs or sockets."
➢ Do not stretch the cable.
➢ Use the guard – ensure it is correctly fitted and undamaged.
➢ Ensure you are using the correct disc for the task.
➢ Ensure that the disc, wire brush, or sanding accessories used are suitable for the angle grinder speed.
➢ Use both hands to hold the workpiece against the grinding wheel
➢ Secure the workpiece with clamps/vice.
➢ Allow a newly assembled wheel to idle for 30 seconds before starting any operation.
➢ Wear eye protection (face shield if operating heavy-duty grinder) and protective clothing.
"➢ Do not stretch the cable and ensure the cable is defect/damage free, e.g. outer cable sheath is without cuts."
➢ Do not over-reach.
➢ Keep your footing.
➢ Do not leave the tool unattended while it is still plugged in.
➢ Work or tool rests shall not be adjusted while the grinding wheel is in motion.
➢ Work/tool rests on power grinders shall not be more than 1 /8 in (3 mm) distance from the wheel.
➢ Grinding wheels shall not be operated in excess of their rated safe speed.
➢ Abrasive wheels shall be so selected as to withstand and maintain the spindle speed at safe levels.
➢ Spindle speed level shall not exceed maximum speed marked on the wheel.
➢ Floor stand and bench-mounted abrasive wheels used for external grinding shall be provided with safety guards (protective hoods).
"➢ Complete PPE to be used: safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass and Face/Nose mask."
"➢ Workers using Drill Machine must be trained for Proper and Safe Use of Power
Tools."
"➢ Follow manufacturer’s instruction when selecting and using a bit or attachment, especially with unfamiliar drills or work."
➢ Select the bit or attachment suitable for the size of the drill and work being done.
➢ Ensure that the bit or attachments are properly seated and tightened in the chuck.
➢ Use only bit and attachments that turn true.
➢ Use the auxiliary (second) handle for larger work or continuous operation.
➢ Wear safety glasses or face shield (with safety glasses or goggles).
➢ Keep drill air vents clear to maintain adequate ventilation.
➢ Keep drill bits sharp always.
"➢ Keep all cords clear of the cutting area during use. Inspect for frays or damaged before each use."
➢ Disconnect power supply before changing or adjusting bit or attachments.
➢ Tighten the chuck securely. Remove chuck key before starting drill.
➢ Secure workpiece being drilled to prevent movement.
➢ Clamp stock so work will not twist or spin.
➢ Do not drill with one hand while holding the material with the other hand.
➢ Do not use bent drill bit.
➢ Do not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended maximum drilling capacities.
➢ Do not use hole saw cutter without the pilot drill.
➢ Do not use the high speed steel (HSS) bits without cooling or using lubrication.
"➢ Do not attempt to free a jammed bit by starting and stopping the drill and then remove the bit from work piece."
➢ Do not reach under or around being drilled.
➢ Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
➢ Do not raise or lower the drill by its power cord.
➢ Do not use in wet or muddy locations. Use a nonpowered drill instead.
➢ Do not use excessive force to drill into hard material. Reduce drill speed if possible.
"➢ Complete PPE to be used: safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass, and Face/Nose mask."
➢ Permit for Working at Height to be obtained before start of the task.
"➢ The erection, modification and dismantling of scaffold shall be undertaken under the supervision of a competent person;"
"➢ Scaffold supervisor and inspector must be available during the scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling."
➢ Scaffolders, inspectors, and supervisors must be 3rd party certified.
"➢ Protection sheet to be provided on finished floor area before erection of scaffolding to avoid damaging the finished floor."
"➢ Approved sequence shall always be followed and no deviations in sequence shall be allowed."
➢ All permits as applicable shall be issued and followed.
➢ Scaffolds shall be built in plumb and with adequate supports & brazing.
"➢ Scaffold shall be sited on graded, compacted, level ground erected to standards, with consideration given to soil erosion from heavy rain, etc.;"
➢ Scaffold inspections periodically & after damage or incident likely to affect structural stability such as high winds, heavy rain, or storm shall be carried out & tag systems shall be followed adequately.
➢ The scaffold shall have adequate access, platforms, railings & toe boards.
"➢ Scaffold to be protected when adjacent to traffic routes with suitable barriers, and indicated by signage;"
➢ Approved sequence shall be followed at all times and no deviations in sequence shall be allowed.
➢ The scaffold tag system must be followed.
➢ Scaffolds above 10 M in height should have 3rd party inspection report.
➢ During scaffold dismantling, lower scaffold components to the ground in a manner that does not damage the floor, or the component or endanger personnel.
➢ Dismantled scaffolding materials shall be separated by size and type and not mixed with other materials and to be properly arranged and stacked in designated areas.
"➢ Scaffolding material shall be stored in a neat and orderly manner to minimize potential material access hazards."
"➢ Complete PPE to be used, safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass, Face/Nose mask, and safety harness. Suitable PPE as per activity requirement."
➢ MSRA to be communicated with the operatives by the foreman or supervisor.
➢ Permit For work at height on scaffolding to be available and approved by concerned team before start of work.
"➢ Pre-Task briefing or TBT to be carried out by foreman or supervisor before start of work communicating hazard and control measures to its workers."
"➢ Only Competent scaffolder which is 3rd party certified to erect mobile Aluminium scaffolding and platform by PASMA approved 3rd party vendor."
➢ Operative Working at height must be trained for Safe Work at height.
"➢ TBT on Scaffolding Safety shall be conducted to workers before the commencement of activity."
"➢ Scaffolders must undergo training for Working at Height prior to erection and dismantling of scaffoldingthe ."
➢ Comply with Local Authority regulations and HSE requirements.
"Proper lightninglighting of work areas to be put in place by supervisor and foreman before the start of activity."
➢ Scaffold inspections periodically & after damage or incident likely to affect structural stability such as high winds, heavy rain, or storm shall be carried out & tag systems shall be followed adequately.
➢ Simultaneous operation or activities to be avoided during Work-at-height activity.
➢ Standard and approved materials to be used.
"➢ Mobile Aluminium scaffolding must be inspected by the scaffolding inspector who is 3rd party certified by ENAS and PASMA approved."
"➢ All Mobile Aluminium scaffolding and Podium/A-Type ladders used must be inspected and tagged by the Scaffolding Supervisor Before use at site."
➢ Safety harness must be inspected and color-coded.
➢ The work area must be barricaded and with proper signage available onin the area.
➢ Continuous supervision to be implemented.
➢ Complete PPE to be used, safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass, Face/Nose mask, and safety harness. Suitable PPE as per activity requirement.
Ladder
➢ Ladders shall be restricted to their intended use.
"➢ Only light work for short periods (<10 minutes) shall be performed on portable ladders."
➢ No work requiring lifting of heavy materials or substantial exertion shall be done from ladders.
"➢ Three points of contact shall be maintained at all times when ascending/descending contact ladders and wherever possible at the work position."
"➢ Ladders shall be used on a firm and level surface and are well maintained by the manufacturer’s instructions."
➢ Ladders shall be set at 75° (1 meter horizontally for every 4 meters vertically).
"➢ Ladders shall not be used near the edge of an open floor, penetration, or on scaffolding to gain extra height; Where ladders or stepladders are being used outside, they are not used in the event of high winds or inclement weather."
➢ Ladders shall be used only by one person at a time.
"➢ Portable ladders shall extend at least 3 rungs (1m) above the upper landing surface."
"➢ Ladders shall be secured by top, bottom, and intermediate fastenings, as necessary, to hold them rigidly in place and to support the loads that will be imposed upon them."
➢ Fiber glass ladders shall be used where danger of electrocution is present.
➢ No ladder shall be used in horizontal position as platform, runway or scaffold.
"➢ Broken or damaged ladder shall immediately tagged “DO NOT USE” and withdrawn from service."
➢ Self made ladders or access equipment is prohibited.
➢ Ladders shall not be moved, shifted, or extended while occupied
➢ Shall not to “walk” the ladder.
➢ A-frame ladders shall not be extended to use as straight ladder.
➢ Never over-reach from a ladder.
➢ Supervisor must do a daily pre-user check. Looking for any defects (damaged rungs, stiles, missing rubber feet, loose fixings)
➢ Scaffold Supervisor must Check ladders weekly and keep a record
"➢ Supervisors must give workers instruction on how to use ladders safely and make sure they are followed."
➢ Supervisors must check floor surfaces are level firm and clean.
➢ Any ladders in poor condition must be removed from site.
"➢ Avoid electrical hazards! – Look for overhead power lines before handling a ladder. Never use a metal ladder near power lines."
Step ladder
➢ Supervisor must do a daily pre-user check. Looking for any defects (damaged rungs, stiles, missing rubber feet, loose fixings)
➢ Supervisor must check ladders weekly and keep a record.
➢ There must be enough space to fully open the stepladder.
"➢ The stepladder must be locked into its correct position using any locking devices.
If it is a multi- way design, it must be the right configuration for the job you are doing. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions."
"➢ The step ladder must rest on a firm and level base. If you are working outside, place a large, flat board on any soft ground to make a suitable base."
➢ The floor must be clean and non-slippery. Never over-reach or work sideways from a stepladder.
➢ General Work Permit & Work At Height Permit to be obtained prior start of activity.
"➢ Pre-Task briefing or TBT to be carried out by foreman or supervisor prior to start of work communicating hazard and control measures to its workers."
➢ MSRA should communicate to workers prior to the commencement of work.
➢ Operatives are trained in Installation of GRP Water Storage Tank.
"➢ The erection, modification and dismantling of scaffold shall be undertaken under supervision of a competent person;"
"➢ Scaffold supervisor and inspector must be available during the scaffold erection, modification and dismantling."
➢ Scaffolders, inspectors, supervisors must be 3rd party certified.
➢ Drill machine must be inspected and color coded by authorized electrician.
➢ Electrical cables must be elevated to avoid the risk of becoming both a trip hazard and a potential source of electrocution.
➢ Ensure sharp edges are protected and hand gloves and goggles are worn.
➢ Use the right tool as per activity requirement.
➢ All Workers must undergo internal Electrical safety training prior to start of work.
➢ Inspected and color-coded extension leads to be used on-site.
"➢ Ensure that prior using the extension leads are in good condition and without any damage."
➢ Damage extension leads must be remove on the work area immediately and returned to store for replacement.
➢ Power supply must be off if not in use
➢ Tools lanyards to be used while working at height.
➢ Operatives must practice 100% tie-off.
➢ Materials to be secured and do not place materials near the edge of the platform.
➢ Mobile Scaffolding to be inspected by certified scaffolding inspector.
➢ Scaff tag system to be followed on site.
"➢ Do not use damage Podium ladder immediately remove it from work area.
Replace with the good condition one."
➢ Proper hand tools to be used as per activity requirement.
"➢ Do not use damage hand tools. Immediately remove it from the work area and replace it with a good condition one."
➢ Materials or equipment are not to be thrown from height.
➢ Approved and standard materials to be used as per material submittal and approval.
"➢ Appropriate PPE shall be used (Hard Hat, Safety Shoe, Coverall, Hand Gloves, protective glasses, Face/Nose Mask. & Safety Harness. Suitable PPE as per activity requirement."
➢ General Work Permit to be obtained prior to start of the activity.
"➢ Pre-Task briefing or TBT to be carried out by foreman or supervisor prior to start of work communicating hazard and control measures to its workers."
➢ MSRA should communicate to workers prior to the commencement of work
➢ Operatives are trained in Testing of GI DUCTS.
➢ Use right tool as per activity requirement.
➢ Approved and standard materials to be used as per material submittal and approval.
➢ System to be checked visually for correctness of installation as per installation of installation as per approved shop drawing.
➢ The pipes and fittings are to be supported as specified using approved clamps.
➢ All open end of pipes are copped by using plugs.
➢ Emergency contact number to be contacted in case of water leakage.
"➢ Availability of empty drums in case of any leakage to be collected and placed it to empty drums.
➢ Availability of empty drums in case of any leakage from to be collected and placed it to empty drums."
"➢ In case of leakage immediately removal of water and dry the area proper disposal to be made."
"➢ Appropriate PPE shall be used (Hard Hat, Safety Shoe, Coverall, Hand Gloves, protective glasses, Face/Nose Mask. Suitable PPE as per activity requirement."
➢ MSRA should be in work location & communicated to all employees prior to starting the task.
➢ TBT to be conducted to all teams.
➢ Never block access for emergency assembly point.
➢ Keep access/ egress always free from obstruction.
"➢ Prior to work on corridor coordinate with the main contractor to arrange detour access."
➢ Menasco Policies and Procedures shall be followed by Menasco team prior to start of the Activity.
➢ Comply with Local Authority regulations HSE requirements.
➢ Place proper signage for detour access.
➢ Provide warning tape and signage to avoid unauthorized entry.
➢ Provide cable stand with more stability to avoid falling. All temporary cables should be going through cable stands.
"➢ Do not use fluorescent lighting without protection cover and secured location and condition.."
➢ Always keep tidy the workplace through periodical cleaning of the workplace.
➢ Task lighting should be in place prior to the start activity if necessary.
"➢ Keep materials as the measurement for the task and do not keep extra materials on access."
➢ Keep equipment, and tools in the appropriate place, and do not keep unwanted tool, equipment or materials.
➢ Give proper guidance for visitors and if possible, provide standby for guidance.
➢ Adequate supervision must be ensured by competent person.
"➢ Safe and reasonable access should be provided to the work area by the main contractor."
➢ Structure or other ongoing work, overhead protection. Fan deck must be provided by the contractor to protect persons below.
➢ Toolbox talk to be conducted, highlighting the hazards while working together.
"➢ Complete PPE to be used: safety shoe, safety jacket, helmet, hand gloves, safety glass and Face/Nose mask"
➢ Comply with Mid-day Break Rules & Heat Stress Program.
➢ MSRA should be in work location & communicated to all employees prior to start the task.
"➢ Follow Menasco Adverse weather plan of and provide sufficient breaks/ rest to work force based on Weather Working Plan."
"➢ As per the regulatory instruction 12:30pm- 3:00pm, workmen will be given rest in the peak summer i.e. from 15 June – 15 septs."
"➢ Adequate cool drinking water and oral dehydration salt should be provided with water thermos inside the site and ensure that workmen are drinking cool water at regular intervals (minimum 2 liters of water 2-3 hours)."
➢ Toolbox talk to be conducted, highlighting the hazards while working summer time.
➢ ORS should be provided on daily basis.
➢ Enough breaks should be given to the workforce during peak summer.
"➢ Adequate in-house videos and job training (using leaflets, signage/ posters) should be provided to workforce to increase the awareness to protect from heat exposure."
"➢ Educate operatives by signages/ posters to self-monitor urine color to determine dehydration level."
➢ Ensure adequate supervision.
➢Procedures shall be followed by sub-contractors team prior to start of the Activity.
"➢ Comply with Local Authority regulations and HSE requirements on Heat stress management"
➢ Emergency rescue team to be available in case of any eventuality.
"➢ Emergency response and contact details to be made available and known to workers at the site."
➢ Focal point of contact to be established for heat stress management process.
"➢ Proper and conducive rest shelter or welfare facilities to be provided for workers recovery from heat stress."
➢ Site Nurse to be provided at site to manage all heat stress related issues.
➢ Emergency vehicle to be available for emergency rescue to nearest hospital.
➢ Emergency Rescue team and equipment are to be provided while installation.
➢ Emergency rescue kit are to be made available in the work place.
➢ Emergency rescue team to be 3rd party trained and certified for rescue purpose if applicable.
➢ Emergency rescue team to be trained on use of rescue kit
"➢ Focal point of contact to be provided in case of emergency operation for coordination."
➢ Contact details of responder to be made available at point of work
"➢ Proper access into Work areas to be provided for easy emergency rescue operation."
➢ Stretcher to be provided for evacuation purposes
➢ Procedures shall be followed by the Subcontractor team prior to the start of the Activity.
➢ Comply with Local Authority regulations and HSE requirements.
"➢ Emergency response and contact details to be made available and known to workers at the site."
➢ Emergency vehicle to be available for emergency rescue to the the nearest hospital.
"➢ All new site personnel (staff, workers, operators, maintenance providers) will be mobilized after the negative PCR test taken with validity of 72 hours."
➢ All visitors shall fill in declaration form.
➢ Awareness training on COVID-19 shall be part of TBT prior to the start of installation Works.
"➢ Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Maintain at least three feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing."
➢ Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
➢ Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then dispose of the tissue safely.
➢ Wearing a mask is Mandatory at site.
"➢ Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing."
"➢ Workers to be Temperature checked on Daily basis before Entering Site Using
Non-Contact Body Medical Thermometer."
"➢ If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water when hands are visibly dirty after installations Works."
"➢ Washing hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands."
"➢ Maintain at least 1-meter (3 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing."
➢ Covering mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue immediately.
➢ Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth without washing your hands.
➢ Avoid shaking hands and just wave.
➢ Avoid nose-to-nose greeting, hugging or kissing.
➢ Night Work permit to be obtained prior to start of work.
➢ Proper illumination to be provided in the work place.
➢ Workers to be provided rest period or off days after extended night work.
➢ Welfare facilities to be provided for Night work shift.
➢ First Aid facility and first Aiders to be provided for night work.
➢ Emergency Vehicle and contact numbers to be readily available at point of work.
➢ Proper Ventilation to be provided during humid period at night, with rehydration and observing job rotation.
"➢ Proper supervision and Monitoring to be Maintained for all Night Work by
Concerned line managers."
➢ Safety Personnel Coverage to be provided during night shift work and as per HSE Requirements.
"➢ Workers must be trained and aware and comply with, the housekeeping plan on the site."
➢ TBT on housekeeping to be given to all.
"➢ All workers, foreman, Supervisors and Engineers to comply with Waste
Management plan of the Project."
➢ Removal of all waste from work after the completion of the activity
"➢ Where possible, packaging materials shall be removed from the site the earliest opportunity in order to reduce the fire risk load."
➢ Materials to be stacked and stored properly.
➢ Area must be clear at all times to avoid fall, slip and trip hazard.
"Installation of UPVC Ducts/conduits
"Testing of Underground UPVC Ducts/conduits
"Working on general access/ egress area. And Working adjacent to other operatives.
"Working in hot Environment or adverse weather.
"Emergency
Situations during installation
Management and Handling of
"Housekeeping at workplace after the task, disposals
"Night Work
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