basic safety plan

Aker Powergas Pvt Ltd

Basic Safety PlanPage No.

CLIENT: Johnson Matthey Chemical India Pvt Ltd.

C/o ICI India Ltd., Panki, Kanpur

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CONTENTS

Sr. No.

Details

0.0 Purpose

1.0 Safety policy & Management Accountability

2.0 Entry / exit to project premises.

3.0 New Employee Orientation

4.0 Site safety Audit

4.1 Safety Meetings

5.0 Training to Employees

6.0 Safety Notice Board / Sign Boards

7.0 Method Statement

8.0 Job Safety Analysis / Risk Assessment/ Hazard Analysis

9.0 Work permit

10.0 Personnel protective Equipment

11.0 Inspection

11.1 Equipment / Vehicle

11.2 Working area

12.0 Fire Protection

13.0 Emergency evacuation plan

14.0 Scaffolding standard

15.0 Emergency Services

15.1 Emergency Phone number

15.2 Emergency Procedure

15.3 Emergency Vehicles

16.0 Medical Services

16.1 Medical Personnel

16.2 First Aid Box

17.0 Accident Investigation





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0.0 Purpose

The purpose of this ‘Basic Safety Plan’ is to bring common mindset of all the concerned personnel regarding the safety aspects to be implemented for the project.

1.0 Safety Policy

To execute projects by taking adequate safety measures, by providing safe working conditions, by promoting safety awareness among workers.

The Safety policy will be displayed at prominent places understood by workers.

1.2 Management Responsibility:

Management will thrive to implement the safety policy effectively and give guidance by reviewing safety reports.

The Site Manager/In-charge of all concerned companies associated with the project will review the safety reports on weekly basis and take corrective action.

2.0 Entry / Exit to project premises

Every employee of the contractor including there Managers and Engineers shall undergo the mandatory 5 steps process to obtain their entry Step 1 - Confirming fitness of employee before entrance.

Step – 2

All persons who are medically fit to work shall be assessed by the contractor’s site in charge or engineers for the competency. The details of the workers including their photograph and trade shall be entered into the form and submitted to the main security gate No.2. This is the prerequisite of the token and entry to the site.

Step - 3On satisfactory clearance all the persons shall undergo a general Safety Induction / Orientation Program conducted by ICI Safety Manager. It is also mandatory that safety Officers of corresponding contractors shall maintain a record of such orientation programs.

Step – 4After the Induction Training the workers and other personnel shall be provided with a Token/Gate Pass.





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The security will allow the personnel to enter after checking the PPE and the Token/Gate Pass.

The record of entry / exit of the personnel will be maintained by the Security at the entry gate.

Step-5On completion of the duty hours/expiry of the time mentioned in the permit the Tokens/Gate Passes will be carried by individual workers and returned to the main security Gate no-2.

The above procedure will be checked for compliance at random by APG/JMC.The Visitors of CCCL/APG will enter from Gate No-1 with a proper Gate pass.

3.0 New Employee orientation

The new employee will be imparted induction on the following topics on first entry at site by ICI:The safety Officer of CCCL will impart Training to all workers after the induction by ICI on following subjects:

Entry / exit system. Use of PPE Medical and first aid system. Emergency evacuation plan. Work permit system Basic rules of safety. House keeping. Use of fire extinguisher. Sign / traffic boards.The visitors from CCCL will be given an induction prior to the entry to the work site by CCCL safety officer.The visitors from APG will be given an induction prior to the entry to the work site by APG safety officer.

4.0 Site Safety Audits

Daily audit: During the day by APG safety Officer along with safety officer of CCCL. However the daily audit in the form of observation is open for APG site manager and engineers, CCCL manager and engineers and JMC project manager and project coordinator. The observation will be noted down and submitted to APG safety officer by CCCL.

Weekly Audit: weekly audit will be conducted by APG site manager & safety officer along with ICI safety manager in the presence of CCCL Site In-charge and Safety officers and this audit will precede the weekly safety meetings.

Monthly Audit: Monthly audit will be conducted by Safety Committee





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consisting of Works Manager, Project Manager, Safety Manager of ICI/JMC and Site manager and safety officer of APG. In the presence of concerned contractors. The minutes of the audit containing reviews and suggestions given, if any will be recorded and the copies will be sent to all concerned. Corrective action on any lacuna in the compliance of the procedures will be carried out by CCCL with immediate effect.

4.1 Safety Meetings

The weekly meetings will be conducted on every Friday at 4 P.M. of the week. This meeting will be attended by CCCL Site Manager, Safety officer, APG Site Manager & Safety officer and JMC/ICI Manager/Engineers,

The topics like weekly audit, previous week’s accidents / incident reports, unsafe working conditions, suggestions etc. will be discussed in the meeting.

The minutes of the meeting containing reviews and suggestions given, if any will be recorded and the copies will be sent to all concerned.

4.2 Tool box talks

The safety officer/Site Supervisor/Engineer of CCCL will conduct daily Toolbox talk to the workers on their relevant subjects.

The supervisors/Engineer of CCCL will give Toolbox talk to his group on safety on daily basis at start of day’s work. The safety officer of CCCL will attend one group per day.

The toolbox meeting form shall have brief contents of the topics discussed & shall be duly signed by all the workers present. This form shall be retained at the place of work with JSA.

APG Safety Officer will access Tool Box Talk Process twice a week. Topics for Tool Box Talk Shall be provided by APG Safety Officer.

5.0 Training to employees:

Training will be imparted on critical activities like removal of sheets, demolition of structure, scaffolding working at height and other trade specific activities to the workers of specific trade by APG Safety Officer twice a month.

Training schedule will be displayed at the safety office & circulated to all concerned.

Safety officer of APG will maintain training records.

6.0 Safety notice board





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Safety notice board showing information on total man-hours worked, accidents occurred, training schedule and important telephone numbers will be displayed at site office of CCCL

Safety posters, signboards will be displayed at required locations by CCCL.

7.0 Method Statement

The Method statement will be prepared by Site Engineer/Supervisor of CCCL in consultation with the safety officer of CCCL and will be reviewed by the APG Safety Officer in consultation with APG Site Manager.

8.0 Job Safety Analysis

The Job Safety Analysis will be prepared by the safety officer of CCCL in consultation with the concerned Site Engineer and will be reviewed by the APG Safety Officer in consultation with APG Site Manager.

The Job safety Analysis & Method statement shall be submitted to APG at least 3 days in advance before start of activity for approval.

The safety officer of CCCL on daily basis will review Job safety analysis in the form of checklist.

9.0 Work permit

The work permit will be initiated by the concerned Safety Engineer and sent to safety officer of APG in a prescribed format (approved by ICI/JMC). Safety officer of CCCL will ensure the compliance of safety measures.

The work permit will be obtained for the following activities: General work permit Height work permit (above 2m height). Excavation permit Hot work permit.

The work permit will be issued by APG Safety Officer, Site Manager and JMC/ICI Project Engineer for a week.

On completion of the work or at the end of the week the work permit shall be surrendered to APG Safety Officer. If the works need to be continued on the next week the permit shall be renewed subject to the review.

Formats of all work permits are given in Annexure 1

10.0 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The chart showing the information on use of PPE as required for each trade / work will be displayed on the notice board for awareness and implementation by all concerned.





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Basic PPES like helmets, shoes, safety belts, safety goggles with ISI mark and relevant IS code will be provided according to their trade and nature of work.

Workers will be advised not to wear loose clothing.

The personnel will be advised to strictly adhere to the use of PPEs.

Coverall/Fluorescent jacket will be worn by all employees of CCCL.

The records of inventory of PPES will maintained by CCCL.

11.0 Inspection

It will be ensured that the vehicles and other equipment are in proper safe working conditions. These will be checked for braking action, guard on moving parts.

All the lifting equipment (Crane, Hydra, Winch Machine, Ceiling, D-Shackle etc.) will have a valid test certificate, registration, valid operators license and good physical working conditions.

All the portable electrical equipment will be inspected by ICI electrical department before it first use at project site. ELCB shall be used on all electrical equipment. All electrical equipment will be proper grounded.

Working areas will be inspected for good housekeeping, proper approach, and adequate lights at night, signboards and fire extinguishers.

Loose & Jointed electric connections will not be allowed.

Compliance to all the work shall be inconformity of the points in attachment no 1.

12.0 ScaffoldingScaffolding procedure is separately attached No 2.

13.0 Fire protection

Appropriate and adequate number of sand buckets and fire extinguishers will be provided at location like DG set, welding / gas cutting areas, site office, electrical installation where fire is anticipated.

14.0 Emergency Evacuation plan

Specific training for the above will be provided through Mock up Drill carried out once in three months. Which will cover the areas such as Fire, movement of the workers from their work place whether on ground or at height/Pit to the safe area termed as assembly point.





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15.0 Emergency services

Telephone numbers of the ambulance, fire station, and hospital shall be displayed at safety office of CCCL.AmbulancePoliceFireHospitalManger safety (Residence)Safety officer (Residence)

First aid booth will also be installed inside the premises by CCCL.

16.0 Medical Services

First aid booth shall be established and maintained by qualified first aider during working hours by CCCL. The booth shall be equipped with necessary equipment and medicines.

The cases requiring further attention shall be transferred to nearest Hospital

An emergency vehicle shall be stationed at site for emergency transportation during working hours.

17.0 Accident investigation

Near miss incidents and major accidents shall be investigated / analysed for its cause and corrective / preventive actions. Actions shall generally follow the procedure.

Attachments:

Attachment No.1Electrical Safety

Electrical Rules

Only authorized and qualified employees are permitted to start and operate electrically driven equipment or energize and de-energize electrical circuits. These employees must conform strictly to the rules covering such equipment.

Electrical cords or cables furnishing power to portable electrical equipment shall not contain splices or damaged insulation.





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Do not leave cords or cables in areas where they could be damaged or would present tripping hazards. Examples: On stairways, truck aisles, doorways or where heavy objects rest on or could fall on the cord.

Do not allow cords or cables to lie in puddles of water.

Temporary portable wiring shall not be used to provide power to equipment longer than three months during which time the affected electrical feed should be scheduled for repair.

All 220-volt and 440-volt portable electrical equipment shall be equipped with an external, auxiliary ground cable that is independent of the ground in the power cable. The auxiliary ground shall be equipped with a screw-type clamp to ensure a positive ground. The auxiliary ground shall be attached to a grounded source before the power cable is connected. The ground connection must be connected to the metal frame or shell of the portable 220 or 440-volt equipment at a place where it is clearly visible.

All electrically operated hand tools must be protected by an ELCB installed in all and individual locations

Each and every live or charged electrical equipments like DB, MCC etc shall bear a tag of suitable nature.

Cable routing for all underground cables irrespective of its nature i.e.; permanent or temporary shall be marked with cable route tags. Besides the underground cable routing drawing shall be drawn out and displayed in all the offices, prime locations at site. Contractor shall make it compulsory that any excavation permit shall contain an electrical clearance certificate also.

Originator of excavation permit shall also ensure that area of excavation shall have at-least a meter clearance on either side of the HT cable routed under the ground.

Contractor shall also follow all the protocols and comply all the check list needs as pet the HSSE Manual.

Electrical Grounding (Earthing)

Electrical wiring, temporary or permanent that is used and is not protected by a ELCB between the panel box and any extension cord or receptacle that any employee may plug into, the following program will be followed





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without changes. The persons assigned to carry out this program shall be the Site Safety Manager or a designated competent person.

Before any electrical powered tool is used for the first time, it shall

be checked to see that the cord and plug are in good condition, that all three prongs are intact (unless UL listed double insulated) and that there are no exposed wires at plug or cord end.

Using proper test equipment (Ohmmeter, continuity tester, etc.), the inspector shall make sure the case of the tool is in electrical contact with the ground prong and that the other two prongs are not in electrical contact with any part of the tool or case.

The switch must work and shut off the motor when released.

Each extension cord and drop light must be inspected before it is put into service and during the regular monthly inspection thereafter.

The inspector shall check male and female ends to make sure there is a tight connection with no exposed wires. The inspector shall check to see that there are no breaks in the insulation and that the ends are protected or that they are of the "dead front" type.

The inspector shall use a tester to make sure there is a good ground and that the other wires are electrically continuous.

All equipment grounding conductors shall be tested for continuity and shall be electrically continuous.

Each receptacle, attachment cap, and plug and receptacle of cord sets shall be tested for correct attachment of the equipment-grounding conductor. The equipment-grounding conductor shall be connected to its proper terminal.

All required tests shall be performed as follows:

Before the first use.

Before equipment is returned to service following any repairs.

Before equipment is used after any incident suspected to have caused damage (e.g., when a cord set is run over).

At periodic intervals.





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Tests shall be documented and visibly identified by means of color-coding.

A visual inspection is required prior to the use of any electrical cord

or tool by the intended user

Check male and female ends for secure connections and exposed wires.

Welding Machines

Due to the hazard potential all users of portable welding machines must adhere to the following rules and guidelines.

Machine must be properly grounded to frame.

An external ground wire must be used.

The electrode holder must be in safe condition. Cables and connectors must be in safe condition. Connection posts must be tight and in good shape.

Use of Portable Electric Equipment

This applies to the use of cord- and plug-connected equipment, including flexible cord sets (extension cords). The following is required:

1. Handling of portable electric equipment must be done in a manner that will not cause damage to the equipment.

2. Visual inspection of portable electric equipment must be made, before use, for external defects and for evidence of possible internal damage.

3. A flexible cord used with grounding type equipment must contain an equipment-grounding conductor.

4. ELCB shall be used on all electrical equipment for outside work or in any area that has potential for shock (e.g., a wet area).

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENTS





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General

Electricity as low as 110 Volts has been known to cause fatal injuries. If you would see someone who appears to be getting shocked do not touch them. Turn off the power at the power source or disconnect the cord if possible. Do not attempt to move the victim or the electrical cord or tool with a piece of wood or broom handle, etc. as wood can conduct electricity and you to may end up getting shocked. Electrical shock can stop the heart and cause unstable heart rhythms. A physician must examine anyone receiving a significant electrical shock. Notify the Aker Solutions HSSE department as appropriate and if qualified, provide first aid and or CPR once the scene is safe to do so.

Basic Protection

To prevent electrical shock:

Never plug in a cord or tool with wet hands or feet or while standing in water.

For work in wet or other conductive locations employees shall utilize an ELCB plugged in at the electrical source.

Do not use defective equipment and never attempt repairs unless you are a qualified technician.

Be sure the cord or tool is properly grounded and has the current inspection tape on it if an assured grounding program is in use.

Never use an electric tool in the presence of flammable or combustible gases unless it is specifically designed for such use and states so on the UL label.

Store cords and tools properly out of the weather.

Never use the cord of a tool for carrying or lowering - use a tag line.

Do not use metal ladders or scaffolds in or around high voltage areas.

Consider ALL exposed wires as "hot".

Never work or operate equipment within ten feet of any outside power line.





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Treat all electrical tools with respect and use the proper personal protective equipment for the situation.

Temporary Lighting

Temporary lights shall be equipped with guards to prevent accidental contact with the bulb.

Working spaces, walkways and similar locations shall be kept clear of cords.

Portable electric lighting used in moist or other hazardous locations (drums, tanks, vessels, pipes, etc.) shall be operated at a maximum of 24 volts. However, 120-volt lights may be used if protected by a ELCB.

Some Confined Space atmospheres may require the use of explosive proof lighting systems.

Cords and Portable Tools

All extension cords, portable electric tools, and equipment shall be of three-wire type unless they are UL approved double insulated tools. This UL indication must be clearly marked on the tool.

Portable tools will have any trigger lock devices removed.

Flexible cords shall be used only in continuous lengths without splice unless the insulation is equal to the cable being spliced and wire connections soldered.

Cables passing through work areas shall be protected or elevated a minimum of 7 feet.

Worn or frayed electric cables shall not be used.

Extension cords shall not be fastened with staples, hung from nails, or suspended by wire.

Disconnecting Means

Disconnecting means shall be located or shielded so that employees will not be injured and still be readily accessible.





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Boxes for disconnecting means shall be securely fastened to the surface upon which they are mounted and fitted with covers.

Boxes and disconnecting means installed in damp or wet locations shall be waterproof and be ELCB protected.

ELECTRICAL TOOLS

General Precautions

ELCB must be used for all non-permanent / temporary wiring cords and electrical tools.

Do not use ungrounded electrical tools. Ground wires should be checked and ELCB should be tested monthly.

Do not use electrical power tools with frayed cords.

Do not operate a machine you are not familiar with.

Examine extension cords carefully for worn insulation and exposed strands of wire before using. Do not drag cords over sharp edges or run them across aisles where they can be damaged or cause someone to trip. Never hang extension cords across sharp objects.

Extension cords should be elevated 7' above ground to avoid tripping hazards and damage to the cord. Use non-conductive material to secure cords. Never use nails, tie wire, or staples.

Lock out and tag the power supply to machines while repairing or adjusting them. A qualified electrician should make electrical repairs to equipment, tools, cords, etc...

Keep machine guards in position at all times.

Do not wear loose or torn clothing, gloves, rings, neckties, wristwatches, etc., when working with electrical equipment.

Ensure the electrical cords are clear of any moving parts.

Unplug hand tools before changing parts or attempting to adjust them.

Never leave an electrical tool energized unattended, unplug it.





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POWER TOOLS

Pneumatic Tools

General

When gas or diesel compressors furnish the air source, keep them outside or vent them to the outside to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

If you are using a permanent source of air, make sure it is not oxygen. Oxygen mixed with the oil in your air hose and tool will cause an instant explosion and fire.

Air hoses and connections should be checked daily for defects.

Air hoses should be protected from vehicle traffic, pedestrians and sharp objects.

All connections must be pinned or chained to prevent whipping should disconnection occur.

Disconnect source and "bleed" hose before breaking connection on any air tool. Never crimp hoses to stop air.

Do not let your hoses create tripping hazards.

Never point a pneumatic hammer at anyone. There is always the chance the retainer might fail.

The bit should be in contact with the work surface before pulling the trigger.

Governors require strict maintenance to prevent dangerous over speeding of grinders, drills, wrenches, etc.

Always wear proper eye and hearing protection when using air tools. Double hearing protection may be required.

Air used for cleaning machines shall be regulated to 30 PSI or less.

Air hoses and lines shall be depressurized before disconnect or disjointed, unless the joint being separated has an automatic quick close disconnect valve.





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Air hoses should have a minimum rated working pressure of 200 psi or 150 percent of the maximum pressure produced in the system, whichever is higher.

Air hoses should have an oil-resistant inner surface and an abrasion-resistant exterior surface. When severe operating conditions make the possibility of cutting or damaging the hose likely, the hose shall be of extra-ply armored or other protective construction.

Metatarsal guards must be worn for complete foot protection when using:

Ground tampers that leave the ground such as "pogo sticks"

Pavement breakers or jackhammers

Extreme care shall be taken when working with compressed air. It should never be blown against clothing or any part of the body.

Storage and cleaning are very important with any tool. Keep tools clean and stored properly where they belong.

Electrical Isolation

This procedure will include all employees whose duties require them to service, repair, adjust, lubricate or perform work on power driven equipment (i.e., anytime accidental start-up would, or could, possibly endanger the employee).

Supervisory ResponsibilitySupervisory Responsibility

It shall be the responsibility of all supervisors of employees performing such operations to:

Instruct their employees as to the content of this procedure.

New or transferred employees shall be instructed in the purpose and use of this procedure.

Continuously follow-up to assure compliance with this procedure. Ensure that an adequate supply of locks, tags and multi-lock devices are available.

Scope





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A. This Procedure is applicable to Aker Solutions.

B. This procedure defines the minimum requirements for safety Lock and Tag out to assure the safety of personnel and of equipment when performing work on or around equipment capable of having an energy source applied.

Application

A. The requirements of this procedure apply to all situations where the unexpected energization, start-up, or release of stored energy of the equipment/process would be likely to endanger personnel or damage equipment.

B. This procedure acknowledges that there are conditions and standards, which may be site-specific or particular to specific applications of work, which may require consideration. Any safety lock & tag out procedure prepared for a site-specific or task-specific condition shall conform to the minimum standards for personnel or equipment protection as set forth within this procedure.

C. When and where work is being performed on an existing facility, the procedure should be guided by the client’s active “in plant” procedure. However, the procedure in use shall conform to the minimum safety standards for personnel and equipment protection as set forth within this procedure.

Definitions

A. “Safety Tagout”- The placement of a tag accompanied by a lock as required on the energy isolating device in accordance with an established procedure indicating that the energy isolating device shall not be operated until removal of the tag in accordance with an established procedure.

B. “Danger Tag”- A prominent warning device that is capable of being securely attached and that, for the purpose of protecting personnel, forbids the operation of an energy isolating device and identifies the authorized individual or authority who has control of the clearance. A danger tag conforming to ANSI Z35.1, Section 5.3.1 Class 1, is used for this purpose.

C. “Extension Control Tag”- A small RED TAG or label placed on remote operating devices where applicable. It’s only function is to inform employee’s that the equipment has been tagged out back at the source and to reference the applicable safety tagout order number.

D. “Lockout Device”- A device that utilizes a lock and key to hold an energy isolating device in the safe position for the purpose of





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protecting personnel and equipment.

E. “Energy Source”- Any electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, nuclear, thermal, or other energy source that could cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.

F. “ Energy Isolating Device”- a physical device that prevents the transmission or release of energy, including, but not limited to, the following: a manually operated electrical circuit breaker; a disconnect switch; a manually operated switch; a slide gate; slip blind; a line valve; blocks; and similar devices with a visible indication of the position of the device. (Push buttons, selector switches, and other control/circuit type devices are not energy isolating devices.)

G. “Knowledgeable Individual”- One who knows the effect of operating the controls or equipment.

H. “Authorized Individual”- A knowledgeable individual to whom the authority and responsibility to perform a specific assignment has been given by the Owner.

I. “Control Authority”- The authorized individual(s) responsible to administer the safety tag out program.

J. “Affected Employee”- A person whose job includes activities such as erecting, installing, constructing, repairing, adjusting, inspecting, testing, operating, or maintaining the equipment/process.

K. “Safety Tagout Order”- A sequentially numbered form containing all the necessary information to control, document, audit, and status the safety tagout program at any time.

L. “Clearance”- The term used to identify acceptance of administrative control by an authorized individual for an equipment/process which has been safety tagged to allow performance of specific work tasks.

M. “Group Safety Tagout”- The term is used to identify the method by which safety tagout is accomplished in a safe and effective manner so as to permit more than one authorized individual, independent of others, to accept a clearance to allow performance of specific work on an equipment/process under one safety tagout order.

N. “Isolated”- Equipment/process is considered isolated when every energy source has been blocked and/or vented by an energy isolating device to the extent necessary for the work to be performed and such that the equipment cannot change status and is administratively controlled.

O. “Verify”- The manipulation and placement of tags on energy isolating and other devices are correct as called for by a tagout order, and as





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required for personnel/equipment safety for specific work to be performed or instructions followed. Ensuring that all physical blocks/grounds/metering have been accomplished, in order to assure zero energy and zero mechanical state.

P. “Accept”- To take or assume the duties and responsibilities of administrative control for an equipment/process by an authorized individual.

Q. “Release”- To give up the duties and responsibilities of administrative control for an equipment/process by an authorized individual.

R. “Restore”- A piece of equipment is considered to be restored when all safety tags have been removed and all required energy sources have been established such that the equipment can perform its intended function and all administrative controls have been released.

S. Slash(/)- A slash (/) denotes ”and/or” and indicates that the two words or expressions, such as tagout/lockout or equipment/process, are to be taken together or individually.

T. “Shall”- The word “shall” denotes a mandatory requirement.

U. “Should”- The word “should” denotes an advisory recommendation.

General Procedure Rules

The safety tagout order is utilized to control, document, audit, and status the safety tagout of equipment/processes. All information pertaining to safety tagout necessary to satisfy these objectives shall be recorded on this form including the means to accept and release administrative control for an equipment/process. At a minimum, the three parts of the form shall include the following information:

1. An index of all safety tagout orders.

2. An individual sequential order number.

3. The field site.

4. An accurate description of the equipment/process.

5. An accurate description of the work to be performed.

6. A complete listing of all energy isolating devices, sequential order of manipulation, device position, and locks/tags shall be identified.

7. Any special instructions including the placement of protective grounds.

8. The signature, date, and time of the authorized individual (control authority) reviewing and approving the safety tagout order.





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9. The signature, date, and time of the authorized individual (control authority) performing the safety tagout on the equipment/process.

10. The name and signature, date, and time of the authorized individual accepting or releasing the equipment/process.

11. The signature, date, and time of the authorized individual (control authority) ordering the equipment/process restored to service.

12. The signature, date, and time of the authorized individual removing the tags/locks and restoring the equipment/process to service.

When more than one authorized individual requests safety tagout on the same equipment/process, a separate safety tagout order shall be prepared and separate lock & tags shall be applied for each person except when “Group Safety Tagout is Approved.

Group Safety Tagout is acceptable when the requirements to perform work by more than one authorized individual on a given equipment/process can safely and effectively be accomplished by a single safety tagout order. In this instance the following actions shall be accomplished:

1. Control Authority shall Lock Out Specific Energy isolating devices, then place his keys into a (Lock Box with a clear lid).

2. Each affected employee shall then place a lock on the box and keep their key.

3. A list will be kept of each individual participating in “Group Lock Out”.

4. Restoration of equipment/process will be as outlined previously in this procedure.

No affected employee shall perform any work on any equipment/process under safety tagout except that such work is specifically covered by a safety tagout clearance and as specifically directed by the authorized individual identified on the safety tagout order.

The control authority and the Site HSSE Manager shall conduct a monthly review of the tagging system logbook. A more frequent review shall be performed if deemed necessary. This review shall consist of:

1. Checking the active section of the logbook against the index to ensure accountability of all active tagging orders.

2. A spot check of active tagging orders to verify compliance and trends of noncompliance with the procedure.

3. A spot check of tags to ensure that the tags are still attached, that they are on the correct equipment and that the equipment status is per the tagging order.





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Procedure Instructions

A. Prior to the beginning of any work, a survey shall be performed by an authorized individual to identify any/all energy sources and related exposures to determine if the need for safety tagging is required.

B. At any time that work progresses to the point where the potential exists for an energy source to be applied to the work (such as with new construction or modifications), the safety tagout program shall be initiated.

C. To initiate a tagout on equipment/process, the authorized individual responsible for the work shall prepare the appropriate order, identify the equipment/process, detailing the work to be performed, and listing any special instructions and/or considerations. The authorized individual shall also clearly identify the order of each manipulation, the resultant position of each energy isolating device, and the necessity for locks and /or grounds, which may be required.

D. The control authority shall review the order to ensure that adequate safety is being provided for all affected employees and/or equipment involved specific to the work to be performed or the instructions to be followed and shall make and discuss any corrections as shall be required with the authorized individual. The control authority will approve the order and assign the sequential order number.

E. The control authority shall arrange and be responsible for isolating the equipment/process and placing the appropriate tags & locks on each energy isolating device, and shall verify and assure the proper position of each energy isolating device and that all tags/locks are placed at the correct points per the order.

F. Upon notification that tagout is completed, the authorized individual responsible for the work shall perform an inspection to verify that all energy isolating devices are properly set and that all danger tags or caution tags are correctly placed to meet safety requirements, also that any physical blocks and protective grounds have been placed per the tagout order. Checking to ensure that the equipment/process is in a zero energy state.





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G. After ensuring that safety requirements are met, the authorized individual responsible for the work shall then sign the safety tagout or caution order accepting a clearance.

H. No person shall be given or accept clearance, or perform any work on equipment or circuits requiring safety tagout in any other manner.

I. Any safety tagout order clearance issued to an authorized individual shall remain in effect until it is properly released per this procedure. Danger tags shall not be removed nor the equipment restored to service until the equipment/process has been released by the authorized individual named on the appropriate order.

J. Prior to releasing safety tagging, the authorized individual responsible for the work shall inspect the work to assure all work is complete and all affected individuals are clear.

K. The authorized individual shall notify the control authority that the work is complete and shall sign under “Release Authorization” on the appropriate order.

L. Should any authorized individual accepting a clearance become unavailable for any reasons prior to release of the clearance, that person’s supervisor and the control authority shall have the responsibility for satisfying the requirements of items J and K, and jointly ordering the equipment/process restored to service.

M. The control authority will order the equipment/process restored only after the completed work inspection and release authorization has been signed:

1. The control authority shall inspect the work and confirm the work is complete before ordering the equipment restored.

2. The control authority shall indicate concurrence by signing the appropriate order and ordering the equipment/process restored to service.

3. Restoring the equipment to service shall be the responsibility of the control authority.

Attachment No. 2

SCAFFOLDING STANDARD





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Purpose

This procedure outlines the safety requirements for scaffolds and platforms used on Aker Solutions projects.

General

Sound Design

Scaffold and components should be capable of supporting its own weight and at least four (4) times the maximum intended load (MIL) applied or transmitted to the scaffold and components. Suspension ropes should be capable of supporting six (6) times the MIL. Guardrails should be able to withstand at least 200 pounds of pressure on the top rail with minimal deflection and 100 pounds on the mid rail.

On complex systems, the services of an engineer may be needed to determine the loads at particular points.

Proper toe guards shall be provided for all scaffolding platforms.

Proper Base support to avoid shrinkage.

Proper tied up ladders to climb up.

Proper lifeline for safety belt as and when required.

Scaffolding shall only be steel scaffolding with proper steel clamps capable of supporting six (6) times MIL.

Proper bracing and anchoring on erected scaffold.

Scaffold will be verified by site safety officer / engineer for erection and changes periodically.

Scaffold shall be used only after certification for use by competent site personal assigned to carry out final inspection and approval.

Selection

Review the written requirements (blueprints, work orders, etc.) to determine where scaffolds should be used and what type of scaffolding is needed.

Determine the special features of the structure in relationship to the scaffold: dis-tinctive site conditions, experience of erection and working personnel, length and





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kind of work tasks, weight of loads, exposures of people working on or near the scaffolding, needed fall protection, material hoists, rescue equipment (particularly for suspended scaffolds), weather and environmental conditions, availability of scaffolding and components, etc.

Consider that scaffolds are generally rated light, medium, and heavy duty. Light-duty scaffolds can support a limited number of employees and hand tools. Medium-duty must be capable of safely holding workers, hand tools and the weight of construction materials being installed. Heavy duty is needed when the scaffold must sustain workers, tools and the weight of stored materials.

Assure that all scaffolds meet governmental and voluntary requirements.

Choose a scaffold supplier, rental agency and/or erector that is thoroughly knowledgeable in the equipment needed and its safe use.

Obtain the owner's manual prepared by the scaffolding manufacturer stating equipment limitations, special warnings, intended use and maintenance requirements.

Assignment of Personnel

Assign a person(s) competent to oversee scaffold selection, erection, use, movement, alteration, dismantling maintenance and inspection.

Assign only trained and experienced personnel to work on scaffolding. Assure they are knowledgeable in the equipment needed and it’s safe use.

Training

Since most scaffolding accidents are equipment and operationally related, employees should receive instruction and training by a competent person in the particular type(s) of scaffold(s) which they use.

Retraining shall occur when conditions or regulations change. Where changes at the worksite present a hazard about which an employee has not been previously trained; or where changes in the types of scaffolds, fall protection, falling object protection, or other equipment present a hazard about which an employee has not been previously trained; or where inadequacies in an affected employee's work involving scaffolds indicate that the employee has not retained the requisite proficiency.

Training needs to focus on proper erection, handling, use, inspection, and care of scaffolds. Training must also include the installation of fall protection, primarily guardrails and the proper selection, use and care of fall arrest equipment.

Competent persons should receive additional training including selection of





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scaffolds, recognition of site conditions, hazard recognition, protection of exposed personnel/public, oversight responsibilities, repair/replacement options and requirements of standards.

Site management personnel should also be familiar with correct scaffolding procedures to determine needs and identify deficiencies. Estimating/purchasing personnel should be aware of selection and fall protection equipment policies regarding scaffolds.

NOTE: Obtain the owner's manual prepared by the scaffolding manufacturer stating equipment limitations, special warnings, intended use and maintenance requirements.

Fall Protection

While erecting, dismantling or making alterations on scaffolds, workers need to be protected by guardrails or by fall arresting equipment. At all times while erecting scaffoldings, tested and approved safety belts properly harnessed, must be used. Suitable life lines shall be installed to fasten safety belts were ever no rigid structure is present.

NOTE: A significant number of scaffolding related falls occur during these activities, because the work is being performed on incomplete structures.

Guardrails should be installed on all scaffold platforms in accordance with required standards and are to consist of at least top rails, mid-rails and toe-boards. Top rail height should be between 38 inches and 45 inches. Supervision must assure that guardrails if removed, (for example, to off-load materials), are replaced quickly. Workers exposed during the removal period should be protected by fall arrest equipment.

Hard hats are to be worn as protection from falling objects. Mesh, screens, intermediate vertical members or solid panels should be used to safeguard employees and the public at lower levels. Ground level safety can be further provided by erection of canopies; prohibiting entry into the fall hazard area by barricades, signs and policies; and proper placement of materials, tools and equipment from exposed edges.

It is essential for workers on suspended scaffolds to use fall arrest systems as fall protection in the event of failure of the scaffold or its components. This system will consist of a full body harness, shock absorbing lanyard, retractable fall protection devise or rope grab, independent vertical lifeline and an independent life line anchorage.

Rope grabs contain a cam device that locks on a lifeline when there is a hard tug or pull on the lanyard. Care must be taken to assure rope grabs are properly





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connected to lifelines for the cam to work correctly. Rope grabs should be placed at the highest point on the lifeline to reduce the fall distance and unintentional disengagement.

Independent retractable fall protection devises or vertical lifelines (not scaffold suspension lines) of fiber rope should be used for each person working on the suspended scaffold. In the presence of heat, wire rope lifelines should be used with lanyards containing shock absorbers. Vertical lifelines need to extend from the anchorage point to ground or a safe landing place above the ground.

It is important to remember that fall protection is only as good as its anchorage. The anchorage points are independent points on structures where lifelines are securely attached. These points must be able to support at least 5,400 pounds for a fall up to six feet or 3,000 pounds for a fall of two feet or less.

Guidelines for Scaffold Erection

A competent person (skill, experience and training) shall supervise the erection process to assure the safe installation according to manufacturer's specifications and regulatory requirements.

Know the voltage of energized power lines, identify heat sources (steam pipes), anticipate the presence of a hazardous atmosphere, etc. before erecting scaffolds and keep a safe distance.

Assure fall protection equipment is available prior to beginning erection and use as appropriate.

Have scaffolding material delivered as close to the erection site as possible to minimize the need for manual handling. Arrange components in order of erection.

Assure material hoisting/rigging equipment is available to aid in lifting components to erection point and, thus eliminate the need to climb with components and reduce possibilities of sprains/strains, slips/falls.

Examine all scaffold components prior to erection. Return (tag out of service, "Do not use") and/or destroy defective components as appropriate.

Restrict the intermixing of manufactured scaffolding components, unless the components fit together properly without force and are so designed; the use of dissimilar metals will not result in a reaction reducing strength; and design load capacities are maintained.

Lay full planking/platform units at all working, transition or rest levels. Spacing between platform units should be no more than 1" wide with an absolute





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maximum of 9-1/2". Generally, scaffold platforms should cover full working area and walkways should be at least 18" wide with railings & toe guard. . The platform unit should extend over the support not less than 6" and maximum of 18". Use of cleats, hooks and other restraining devices are recommended. When a platform unites is abutted together or overlapped to make a long platform, each end should rest on a separate support or equivalent support. Any overlaps should be at least 12".

No wooden or bamboo scaffolding shall be used.

Provide suitable access to and between scaffolds

Stair towers shall be used to provide access to elevated work platforms and elevated work levels. Ladders shall be used to provide access only where stair tower construction is physically prohibited. The Site Safety Manager shall review this on a case-by-case basis a variance form must be completed and signed before a ladder is used for scaffold access. Stair tower / ladder variances shall be kept on file in the site safety office.

If stair tower construction is physically prohibited access can be provided by portable ladders, hook-on ladders, attachable ladders, stairway-type ladders, integral prefabricated scaffold rungs, direct passage from another scaffold, structure or personnel hoist, ramps, runways or other means. Cross-braces must not be used for access. Ladders should be designed according to standard, secured against displacement and have their bottom steps of ladders be more than 2 ft. from the supporting level. Ladders greater than 12 feet shall have either a retractable fall protection devise or an approved vertical lifeline and rope grab for use while ascending or descending the ladder.

Rest platforms should be provided at least every 20-ft. of elevation. When direct access is used, spacing between scaffold and other surface should be no more than 14" horizontally, and 2 ft. vertically.

Swing gates must be installed on all scaffolding where space permits.

Guidelines for Scaffold Use

Assure scaffolds and components are not loaded over their rated and maximum intended capacities.

Prevent/restrict movement of scaffolds with employees on them. Maintain a safe distance from energized power lines.

Prohibit work on scaffolds until removal of snow, ice or slippery material.

Use tag lines when hoisting materials near scaffolds to prevent contact.





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Protect any suspension ropes from contact with heat producing sources (welding, cutting, etc.), acids, corrosive substances etc.

Prohibit scaffold use during storms and high winds.

Remove debris and unnecessary materials from scaffold platforms.

Prohibit use of ladders and other devices to increase working heights on platforms.

Alteration & Dismantling

Assure that scaffolds are altered, moved and dismantled under the oversight of a competent person.

Make alteration and dismantling planned activities and perform with the same care as with erection.

Tag any incomplete scaffold out of service and barricade to prevent accidental use.

Inspections

Inspect all scaffolds and components upon receipt at erection location. Return, tagout of service "Do not use", and/or destroy defective components as appro-priate.

Inspect scaffolds before use and attach a tag (DP-802.723-1) stating the time/date of inspections and the time and date for the next inspection.

Inspect scaffolds (DP-802.723-1) before each work shift and especially after changing weather conditions and prolonged interruptions of work, looking for such items as solid foundation, stable condition, complete working/rest platforms, suitable anchorage points, required guardrails, loose connections, tie-off points, damaged components, proper access, use of fall protection equipment, etc.

Maintenance and Storage

Maintain scaffolds in good repair. Only replacement components from the original manufacturer shall be used. Intermixing of scaffold components from different manufacturers shall be avoided. Fabricated scaffolds should be repaired under the guidance and specifications of the manufacturer. Job built scaffolds shall not be repaired without the supervision of a competent person.

Store all scaffold parts in an organized manner in a dry and protected





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environment. Examine all parts and clean, repair or dispose of as necessary.

Requirements

Scaffolds are to be erected, moved, altered and dismantled by competent and experienced personnel or under the supervision of competent persons.

On scaffolds of ten feet above the ground or floor, handrails, mid-rails and toe-boards are to be installed and scaffolds completely decked.

Guardrails shall be 2" x 4", or the equivalent, approximately 42 inches high with a mid-rail.

Supports shall be at intervals not to exceed eight feet. Toe-boards shall be minimum of four inches in height. All planking shall be Scaffold Grade or equivalent. No wooden planking shall

be used.

If for some reasons a platform or scaffold cannot be equipped with standard handrails or completely decked, the scaffolding must be properly tagged as incomplete.

When scaffold heights exceed three times the smallest base dimension (or 26 feet), it must be secured to the building or structure at the second lift and every other lift thereafter. Running scaffold is to be anchored every 30 feet horizontally at the heights established in the preceding sentence. "Outriggers" or guidelines may be used where it is impractical to secure scaffold to a building or structure.

The footing or anchorage for scaffolds shall be sound, rigid and capable of carrying four times the maximum intended load without settling or displacement.

Unstable objects such as barrels, boxes, loose bricks, or concrete blocks will not be used to support scaffolds. Mudsills 12" x 12" and base plates are recommended.

When using leveling jacks, 3/4 of its length must remain inside the scaffold leg.

Scaffolds are to be capable of supporting at least four times the maximum intended load.

The poles, legs or uprights of scaffolds shall be plumb and securely and rigidly braced to prevent swaying and displacement.

Every person on a scaffold building crew shall be provided and use a safety harness and lanyard during erection and dismantling operations.

Do not stack brick, tile, block or similar material higher than 24" on the scaffold deck.





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All scaffolds shall be provided with suitable safe access. Stair towers shall be used to provide access to elevated work platforms and elevated work levels. Ladders shall be used to provide access only where stair tower construction is physically prohibited. Ladders shall rest on a suitable footing and stand level. Ladders must extend 36" above the top rail or equivalent safe access shall be provided.

Manila ropes and No. 9 wire is not acceptable handrail material for scaffold or elevated platforms.

Scaffolds shall not be moved or dismantled without first removing all loose tools, materials and equipment resting on the scaffold deck.

All scaffolds shall rest on a suitable footing and shall stand level. Movable scaffolds shall have the casters or wheels locked to prevent movement. Unstable objects such as loose brick or concrete blocks shall not be used to support scaffolds or planks.

Never work on a scaffold in high winds or storms.

Do not climb bracing of scaffold.

Scaffolds shall never be altered or moved while they are in use or occupied. Overhead protection shall be provided for men on a scaffold exposed to

overhead hazards. When practical, the area beneath shall be barricaded and "Men Working Overhead" signs posted in all approach directions.

All electrical points, connections and cabling around scaffoldings will comply with the site procedure for temporary electrical connections and this shall be regularly inspected and certified by competent person.

Post a copy of Scaffolding Safety Rules, Appendix 7.23-1, on site.

Scaffold Types

Rolling Scaffolds

All wheels are to be locked while employees are on a scaffold.

No one is to ride on a scaffold that is being moved.

Rolling scaffolds shall be used only on level, smooth surfaces or the wheels must be contained in wood or channel iron runners.

All casters used with scaffolding shall be rubber tired and provided with a positive





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locking device to hold the scaffold in position. The 8" caster has a rated capacity of 500 pounds. When casters are used, however, this capacity should not be the load-limiting factor of the scaffold.

Adjusting screws shall be installed only between base-plate and vertical frame section. They shall never be used together with casters. Adjusting crews shall not be extended more than 12" with 3/4 of its length remaining in the scaffold at all times.

Scaffold Planking (No wooden planking to be used)

Scaffold planks are to be painted 12" on each end to denote use for scaffold decking only. (A 2" x10" or 2" x 12" scaffold grade material only will be used.)

Nails are not to be driven into scaffold planks.

Scaffold planks are not to extend over their end supports more than 18" or less than 6" (except cleated). An overhand of 12" is preferable.

All planking on platforms shall be overlapped (minimum 12") or secured from movement.

Do not use cleated boards with cleats turned up.

Suspended Scaffolds (Swinging Stages, Floats, Etc.)

Employees are required to use a safety harness with a shock-absorbing lanyard and are to be tied to a structure other than the scaffold or to a life line (minimum 3/4" manila, ½" nylon life line having a minimum breaking strength of 5,400 pounds).

Each individual will have a separate lifeline and an arresting device. On multi-tiered platforms, the persons on the lower sections will tie off to the platform itself.

Wire or fiber rope used for scaffold suspension shall be capable of supporting at least six times the intended load. It, and all attachment hardware, must be inspected before each use.

Post a copy of Suspended Powered Scaffolding Safety Rules, Appendix 7.23-2, on job when such equipment is used.

Boatswain Chairs

The chair seat must not be less than 12" x 24" and one inch thickness. The seat shall be reinforced on the underside by cleats securely fastened to prevent the board from splitting.





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The fiber rope seat slings shall be of 5/8" diameter, weaved through the four seat holes so as to cross each other on the underside of the seat. Seat slings shall be at least 3/4-inch wire rope when an employee is cutting, welding or burning.

Employees are to be protected by a body harness as previously discussed in this section on suspended scaffolds.

The object to which the tackle is anchored shall be securely installed, and all hardware shall be inspected before each use.

Pole Scaffold (No wooden or bamboo scaffold will be used)

All poles should be plumb and bare on a foundation of size and strength to spread the load from the pole to prevent settlement.

Diagonal bracing shall be provided.

Platform planks shall be laid tight. Where planking is lapped, each plank should lap its end supports at least twelve inches.

Scaffolds should be guyed or tied to the building or structure at intervals not greater than twenty-five feet vertically and horizontally.

Guardrails should include:

Top rail - 2 x 4 (or equivalent) 42 inches high Mid-rail - 2 x 4 (or equivalent) Toe-board - 4 inches high (or equivalent)

Install guardrails in scaffolds over six feet high.

Scaffolds over 60' high must be designed by a qualified engineer.

Tube and Coupler Scaffolds

Post must be accurately spaced, plumb and erected on stable bases.

Runners should be placed not more than 6'-6" on center.

Scaffolds should be tied and securely braced against the building at intervals not to exceed 30' horizontally and 26' vertically.

Longitudinal diagonal bracing on the inner and outer rows of poles should be installed at 45 angles.





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Light duty tube and coupler scaffolds should have all posts, bearers, runners and bracing of nominal 2" O.D. steel tubing.

Posts should be spaced no more than six feet apart by ten feet along the length of scaffold.

Inspection

Before erecting and during dismantling, inspect all scaffold components. Those found with defects must be discarded immediately.

Handrails, mid-rails, cross bracing and steel tubing shall be inspected for nicks, especially near center span, and indications where a welding arc has struck.

Scaffold components shall be straight and free from bends, kinks, dents and severe rusting.

Scaffold frame weld zones shall be inspected for cracks and ends of tubing for splitting or cracking.

Manufactured decking shall be inspected for loose bolt or rivet connections and bent, kinked, or dented frame. No wooden surfaces shall be used. Safety planks should be checked out for wrought, cracks and other damage. Also, inspect the rod or bolt and cleat.

Each quick-connecting device, whether spring, threaded connection or toggle pin arrangement, should be inspected to see that it operates properly.

Casters, if used, should be inspected for smooth rolling surfaces, free turning, free acting swivel and to be sure that the locking mechanism is in good working order.

Any scaffold over 25' high shall have the access ladder turned inside the framing, and alternate sides of landing. (At no time will a person be required to climb the outside of a scaffold over 25' high.)

If welding is performed from a suspended platform, precautions must be taken to insulate any wire rope attachment points.

Design drawings must be made prior to erection and kept on site for any scaffold over 125' high. (A licensed professional engineer competent in this field must make the design drawings.)

Scaffolding will be inspected by a competent person daily before use. In the event the project is scheduled round the clock; a competent person will inspect scaffolding before each shift prior to use. No employee or person shall use a





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scaffold until it is declared safe for use by the competent person assigning his/her name to a daily inspection form such as the one shown in form DP-802.723-1. Retain Inspection forms in files for 30 days after last listed inspection date.

Annexure 1 for work permits are in attachment given below

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