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2.2 SAFETY TRAINING AND ORIENTATION

A continuing safety training and orientation program to promote safetyawareness and to inculcate safe working habits and practices among theemployees shall be implemented corporate-wide. The program shallconsist of the following aspects of safety:

a. Safety orientation and initial training for new employees;b. Performance improvement for existing personnel; andc. Methods/techniques in updating and sustaining the performance

improvement programs.

The Training and Development Department (TDD-HR), which isresponsible for the training needs of the Corporation, shall develop theobjectives, course outline and contents, and determine other logisticalrequirements for conducting different safety training programs in

coordination and consultation with the functional groups and/or SafetyOfficers. The training needs must be reviewed at least once a year.

2.2.1 Safety Orientation and Initial Training for New Employees

Safety orientation shall be given to all newly-hired employeesregardless of previous work experience. This familiarizationtraining shall include, but not limited to, the following subjects:

a. Proper conduct and attitude towards safety;b. Emergency procedures;c. Accident reporting;

d. Personal protective equipment; ande. Health and sanitation.

The new employee shall be indoctrinated further by his/herimmediate supervisor on safety practices as they relate to his/herjob. These include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Existing occupational hazards;b. Machine guarding, safety signs and other equipment

safeguards;c. Application of different PPE;d. Emergency preparedness;

e. Safety tagging and equipment clearance; Goodhousekeeping; and

f. Land transport safety.


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2.2.2 Performance Improvement Training for Employees

2.2.2.1 General Employee Training on Safety Practices

As part of the Corporations objective to maintain safetyawareness, employees shall be given additional onthejob safety training through periodic attendance in safetymeetings that shall be determined and scheduled by theimmediate supervisor or the Safety and HealthCommittee Chairman. The meeting shall includediscussions on safety matters as they relate to the daytoday activities. Topics for discussion shall include, butnot limited to the following:

a. Review of accidents caused by similar types ofequipment or operation;

b. Introduction to new types of equipment, theiroperating characteristics and safety features;

c. New safety equipment/products and their uses;d. Precautionary measures to be observed on crucial

and critical jobs;e. Any unsafe practices and unsafe equipment

conditions.f. Dissemination of important safety information

brought to the supervisors attention;g. Orientation of the different PPE, their specific

applications and proper maintenance; andh. Review of firstaid, emergency equipment and

procedures.

2.2.2.2 Training for Managers/Supervisors

The immediate job of accident prevention and control ofworkrelated hazards fall upon the supervisor. An inhouse basic safety course for supervisors shall bedeveloped and implemented by TDDin coordination withthe functional group and shall be focused on theacceptance and understanding of respective functions.

The objectives of the training shall be the following:

a. To establish the manager/supervisor as the keyperson in preventing accidents;

b. To enable the manager/supervisor to understandthe nature of his safety duties;

c. To provide manager/supervisors with informationon the causes of accidents and occupational healthhazards, and the methods of their prevention;


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d. To develop his problemsolving ability based on hisown and others experiences, as they apply toaccident prevention;

e. To help the manager/supervisor gain skill in safetyactivities; and

f. To help the manager/supervisor implement safetypractices in his area of responsibilities.

2.2.2.3 Training for Safety Officers

Safety Officers shall possess the expertise in all aspectsof loss control management to effectively discharge theirsafety functions. This is acquired through completion ofspecial accreditation courses for safety practitionersconducted by NPC and other external agencies.

2.2.2.4 Training for Specialized Operations

In cases where operations have a relatively high degreeof hazard, a more specialized training program shall beprovided in order to enable the workers to identifyprevailing occupational hazards and institute safetyprecautions. Training shall be the primary responsibilityof the manager or supervisor concerned. Suchspecialized operations shall include, but not limited tothe following:

a. High voltage/Hot line maintenance activities

b. Hot and Cold works operations.c. Storage, handling and disposal of chemical

compounds and toxic/hazardous materials.d. Extreme temperature/pressure operations in

thermal or geothermal plants;e. Handling and safeguarding radioactive materials;f. Driving corporateowned and rented/hired vehicles.

(For further discussion, refer to Chapter 8);g. Emergency preparednessh. Confined space worki. Underwater special operations like scuba divingj. Heavy equipment operation

k. Pollution control and oil spill combating activities.

2.2.2.5 Training for CRTs

The TDD, in coordination with QASD/ESD-TMS, shall beresponsible for the development of the training programfor the emergency response personnel to ensure thatthese personnel are capable of performing their


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respective emergency functions. Retraining shall beconducted annually.

The training program shall include table drills andpractical drills in which each individual shall participateand demonstrate the ability to perform his assignedemergency functions. During the practicaldrills/scenario, on-the-spot assessment/correction oferroneous performance shall be made and ademonstration of the proper performance shall be givento the individual.

2.2.2.6 Dam Safety Training

Plant personnel must be trained in problem detection,evaluation, and appropriate remedial (emergency and

non-emergency) measures. The Plant Manager/ SafetyOfficer must ensure that a sufficient number ofpersonnel are trained to assure adequate coverage at alltimes. All new employees and contractor personnel shallhave an orientation/training shortly after starting dutyand refresher trainings as determined by the PlantManager/Safety Officer. All formal trainings shall bedocumented.

The training program shall address the following items:

a) Dam Safety

1. Discussion of basic typical design considerationsfor various types of construction.

2. Procedures for monitoring potential problem areas.3. Dam safety features in design and construction.4. Normal operation, surveillance, monitoring, and

reporting procedures.5. Emergency operations, surveillance, monitoring,

and reporting procedures.6. Project specific features and history of problems

and potential problems.

b) Exercises

Upon completion of the initial safety training at a newproject, EAP exercises shall be programmed andconducted based on the most probable emergencysituations that might occur on each major dam feature.Operations and Maintenance personnel shall beretrained every 4 years.


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2.2.3 Refresher Courses

Refresher courses shall be conducted, if any or a combination ofthe following conditions occurs:

a. When an individual or a group begins to exhibit a fairly steadyrecord of poor safety performance;

b. When injuries resulting from a specific operations arefrequent; and

c. When product design changes, different materials, or newmachines necessitate changes in work methods.

2.2.4 Training Schedule

Annually, each installation/plant/project head, in coordination withthe Safety Officers, shall prepare a training inventory on critical

and specialized work activities and the personnel to be trained andsubmit to TDD the proposed safety training schedule/program.

2.2.5 Training Records

All training sessions shall be appropriately documented to includedate of attendance, course objectives/contents, lists of attendeesand resource speakers, results/feedbacks on the conduct of theseminar, as well as test results. Certificate ofAttendance/Completion shall form part of the personnel 201 file.

2.3 SAFETY PROMOTION

Motivational tools that shall be used to promote safety shall include, but notlimited to the following: meetings, publications, contests, posters, displaysand exhibits, and suggestion systems.

The safety promotion shall complement the public information program ofthe Corporate Communication Division.

The VicePresidents shall provide the budgetary outlay for theimplementation of the safety promotion campaign in their respectivefunctional groups.

2.3.1 Meetings

Periodic meetings shall be conducted by the plant/installation/projectsafety officers, supervisors and employees, in the manner describedas follows:


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2.3.1.1 General Meeting

A general meeting shall be held for special purposes asfollows:

a. Announcement of new Corporate Safety Programsand Policies.

b. Launching of safety contests/competitions and otherpromotional campaigns.

c. Presentation of safety awards/recognition.d. Introduction of new safety equipment/ techniques.e. Announcement of an exceptionally good plant safety

performance record.

2.3.1.2 Supervisors Meeting

A supervisor meeting shall be conducted periodically todiscuss the following safetyrelated matters:

a. Report of injuries that occurred since the last meetingb. Results of safety inspectionsc. Latest standing on safety contestsd. Discussion of safety practices that need

improvemente. Safety accident prevention subject. An outside

resource person may be invited to handle thepresentation.

2.3.1.3 Tool Box Meeting

A toolbox meeting shall be conducted by the concernedforeman/supervisor prior to the performance of critical orhazardous work. The topics shall include, but not limited tothe following:

a. Job to be doneb. Required equipment/tools and materialsc. Personal protective equipment/safety paraphernalia

neededd. Assignment of each worker/team

e. Review of work plan, workforce and procedures to befollowed

2.3.1.4 Corporate Safety Meeting

An annual corporate safety meeting shall be convened byQASD/TMS to be attended by representatives from thedifferent functional group Safety Officers. This meetingshall include a system for followup, responsibility for


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remedial action, verification of action completed,identification of records needed, time frames forcompletion and method of reporting progress insubsequent meetings.

2.3.2 Publications

Publications on safety shall be in the form of reports, newsletters,handbooks/booklets and leaflets on specific subjects.

2.3.2.1 Safety Rules and Regulations Handbook/Booklets

The QASD-TMS, with the assistance of the Safety Officersand in consultation with all concerned NPC offices shalldevelop/revise the Corporate Safety Code. The bookletshall be approved for implementation by the NPC

President and shall be disseminated to all employees.This Corporate Safety Code shall serve as a guide for allNPC employees and shall be used in conjunction with thisCorporate Safety and Contingency Plan Manual.

2.3.2.2 Safety Articles

The Corporate Communication Division (CorCom), incoordination with the QASD-TMS and the Safety Officers,shall publish in the corporate newsletter safety relatedtopics such as safety contests, causes and prevention ofaccidents or various hazards, safety rules and regulations,

reminders to employees regarding safe work practices,and the safety program.

The Safety Officers of the plants/installations/projects shallbe the main contributors to the newsletter.

2.3.2.3 Leaflets

To ensure compliance with the NPC Safety Code andstimulate safety consciousness/practice within a particularregion/area, booklets/leaflets covering specific topics shallbe developed and regularly circulated to all concerned

employees.

2.3.2.4 Posters and Bulletin Boards

a. Posters/Banners

Posters shall be strategically placed in eachplant/project/installation/office to remind employeesof common human traits, to impress people with the


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good sense of working safely, to suggest behaviorpatterns that help prevent accidents, to inspire afriendly interest in the corporate efforts to foster theattitude that accidents are mistakes and that safety isa mark of skill, and to remind employees of specifichazards.

b. Bulletin Boards

Safety bulletin boards shall be strategically located ineach plant/project/installation/office. Bulletin boardsshall be centered at eye level (about 63 inches fromthe floor), located in a well-lighted place attractivelypainted, and glass covered.

Any program of mutual interest to company and

employees may be posted on the bulletin board.

c. Display and Exhibits

Personal protective devices, tools and firefightingequipment can be displayed on bulletin boardsdepending on their size.

The Safety & Health Committee shall determine theappropriate type, theme and style of presentingdisplays and exhibits to reflect its safetyachievement, attitudes, objective or slogan.

d. Suggestion Box System

Good suggestions on accident prevention shall besolicited from all employees. Written suggestionsmay be submitted through appropriately locatedsuggestion boxes.

All suggestions shall be acknowledged and resolvedpromptly to increase the interest of the employeesand to establish a spirit of recognition andconsultation.

2.3.3 Contests

NPC shall launch a corporate safety contest in accordance with NPCCircular No. 2005-39 (03 November 2005), Revised GuidelinesGoverning NPC Corporate Safety, Environment and Enercon (SEE)Awards.


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2.3.4 Drills

The Chairman of the CRTs and Team Leaders are responsible fordeveloping and implementing an emergencypreparedness/awareness program consisting of the following

1) Periodic Exercises and Drills2) Regular review of emergency planning documents and3) Periodic inspection and maintenance of facilities, equipments

and supplies.

2.3.4.1 Safety Drills

Periodic exercises and drills shall be conducted incompliance with the Occupational Safety & HealthStandards and Fire Code of the Philippines to test the

integrated capability and to verify the emergencyawareness/preparedness of all participating organizationsand agencies. Each drill or exercise shall be conducted toensure that participants are familiar and aware with theirduties and responsibilities, verify the adequacy of methodsused in the emergency procedures, test communicationsystem, check the availability of emergency supplies andequipment, verify the operability of emergency equipment,and develop and maintain key skills in emergencyoperations. A full-scale exercise, simulating events orscenarios resulting from all classes of an emergency tothe extent requiring response by offsite authorities, shall

be conducted at least annually. Exercises will beconducted under a variety of weather conditions. Someexercises will be unannounced. The following drills shallbe conducted at the incidences indicated below.

1. Fire and Earthquake Drills

Each drill shall be conducted at least once a year inaccordance with approved procedures.

2. Communication Drills

Communication with local emergency responseorganizations shall be tested quarterly. The drillsshall be designed to test the understanding of codes,messages and exchange of information.

3. Medical Emergency Drills

A medical emergency drill involving the participationof offsite medical treatment facility and local support


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agencies shall be conducted once a year. The offsiteportion of the medical drill shall be performed as partof the required yearly exercise.

4. Oil Spill Drills

An oil spill drill/exercise shall be conducted annuallyaddressing different scenario to maintain theemergency preparedness of the organization. Suchdrills shall be in accordance with approvedprocedures.

5. Dam Emergency Drills

A Dam Emergency Drill shall be conducted annuallyto test, develop or maintain skills in emergency

preparedness of the organization. Such drills areconsidered part of the ongoing training and shall bein accordance with approved procedures.

6. Scenarios and Assessment/Evaluation

The scenario to be used in the drill/exercise will bedifferent every year to guarantee that all majorelements of the plan are tested. It will include, as aminimum, the following elements:

1. The basic objective(s) of each drill/exercise and

appropriate assessment/evaluation criteria;2. The date(s), time, period, place(s) and

participating organization and agencies;3. The simulated events;4. A time schedule of real and simulated initiating

events;5. A narrative summary describing the conduct of

the exercise or drill to include such things assimulated casualties, offsite fire departmentassistance, rescue of personnel/victims and useof protective equipment; and

6. A description of the arrangements and advance

materials to be provided/used by the officialobservers who are assigned to observe,evaluate/assess and critique the requiredexercises. A critique will be scheduled at theconclusion of each exercise to evaluate CRTsability to respond as required in the procedures.From this critique, a formalassessment/evaluation will be prepared which


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NPCMC will use to improve its emergencyplanning effort.

In every drill/exercise conducted, managementwill consolidate and evaluate thecomments/critics made by allassigned/authorized observers. The Chairmanof the NPCMC shall approve the appropriatecorrective actions and direct the concernedorganization for its proper implementation.

2.4 PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION AND PLANT OPERATION/MAINTENANCE SAFETY

A comprehensive safety program shall be implemented during projectimplementation and operation, maintenance and/or repair work on power

generating plants and allied installations to address the general safety ofNPC personnel as well as that of contractual workers and the generalpublic.

To ensure reliability and safety of operation, each project/generating plantshall have appropriate procedures for the protection of personnel andequipment against safety hazards, injuries and accidents.

2.4.1 Protection and Proper Use of Equipment

2.4.1.1 Machine guards and/or precautionary measures (i.e.tagging, signs, etc.) for the following equipment/areas

shall be provided:

- Transformers, reactors and capacitor bank- Switchgear, automatic controls- Hoist, cranes, and elevators- Control room instruments- Governors- Protective system and interlocks- Valves- Electrical and mechanical equipment- Chain and sling- Crane runways

- Fire protection and alarm systems- Grinders- Battery rooms- Switchyard- Control/computer rooms- Fuel storage tanks- Electrical and mechanical equipment


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The following precautions shall be implemented:

a. Machine guards shall be removed by authorizedpersonnel only.

b. The condition of machine guards shall be checkedbefore operating the machine.

c. Missing and/or defective guards of equipment shallbe reported immediately by the operator.

d. Adjusting of guard, gauge or guide while the machineis in operation shall be prohibited.

e. The area around the equipment must remain cleanand free from unnecessary drippings.

f. All greasing should be properly monitored andimplemented.

2.4.1.2 Identification of Piping Systems

Exposed piping systems shall be properly identified toindicate materials/fluids being conveyed through the useof stenciled or lettered legends and by color or colorbands as provided by Rule 1230 of the OSHS.

2.4.1.3 Regular Maintenance Program and Testing ofEquipment/Components

Boilers, turbines, generators, transformers, heatexchangers are typical plant components that shallregularly be inspected and/or maintained for efficiency and

safe operation of their protective systems based onmanufacturers specification and recommendations.

Inspection and maintenance of components are necessaryto maintain the following conditions:

- retain its protective barriers- satisfactory operation- can isolate itself from the systems (when required)- relieve excessive pressures- divert flow- reduce temperatures

- shutdown itself automatically (when necessary)

Simulations shall be conducted to assure that safetyvalves, protective relays and breakers activate whennecessary, aside from regular maintenance and inspectionactivities, tests of protection systems through activation.Local and remote monitoring system for pressure,temperature, flow, voltage, current power, etc., shall be


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operable and accurate for constant monitoring ofcomponent and system conditions during operation.

2.4.2 Safety and Health Practices

2.4.2.1 Electrical Works

a. All electrical works shall be covered by safe workpermits.

b. Electrical tools and equipment shall be maintained ina safe, reliable condition and shall be periodicallyinspected or tested.

c. Proper warning and instructional signs, shall bevisibly posted at all times when work is beingperformed, and shall be removed or recoveredpromptly after work is completed.

d. Appropriate lock-out and tag-out procedures shall beimplemented and observed.

e. Hazardous electrical wastes shall be properlymanaged.

f. Radio aerial antennas shall not be attached/installedto poles with energized lines

g. Battery chargers shall be protected against flushingand spillage of battery solution.

h. During maintenance or repair, only standardgrounding clusters shall be used for grounding linesand attachments.

i. Maintenance/repair work on capacitors and

condensers shall be started only after the fuses orswitches have been opened and capacitor cell leadsare short-circuited. The short-circuiting jumper shallbe applied with the use of hotline tools for highvoltage capacitors.

j. Always use field static kits (wrist, ground cordassembly and alligator clip) when working withelectronics modules/cards. This prevents damage tothe modules by electrostatic discharge.

k. All lighting arrester equipment shall be treated ascharged to full line potential, unless it is disconnectedfrom the line and grounded.

l. When testing meters and relays, all connections shallbe secured properly.

m. Before removing jumpers in meter/relay testing, allconnections shall be restored to the normalconditions.

n. No electric pole shall be over-stressed by adding orremoving wires.

o. Hotline tools shall be used when servicing energizedlines and installing hotline jumpers.


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p. During pole replacement, no pole shall be allowed tocome in contact with live wires.

q. When stringing wires, standing in-between loops ofwire shall be prohibited.

r. Lines that are being cut or re-arranged shall beprevented from sagging to eliminate falling orswinging against other lines.

s. Only insulated tools shall be used in cutting ortrimming trees for maintaining clearances fromenergized conductors.

t. Insulation shall be inspected regularly forwear/damage.

u. Only well-trained and authorized personnel shall dohotline work.

v. Only extension lights with guards shall be used.w. Only tested rubber gloves, boots and mats shall be

used when working in damp locations.x. During repair/maintenance, grounding of electrical

lines and equipment shall be enforced to minimizedanger from accidental energizing.

y. Electrical repairs shall be performed only by qualifiedand authorized electricians with proper tools andpersonnel protective equipment.

z. Live wires should be de-energized when working onit.

2.4.2.2 Tools and Equipment

a. Operator

Tools and equipment shall be operated only byduly authorized employees.

Operators shall be held responsible for theproper maintenance and cleanliness of theequipment assigned to them and in reporting toproper authorities of any detected or unusualcondition found therein.

Nobody shall be allowed under a boom exceptriggers doing rigging work.

Unauthorized persons shall be prohibited byoperator to operate or hide in the equipment.

Directional signals shall be received by operatoronly from designated persons.

No operator shall be allowed to operate hisequipment without proper authorization.

Scheduled inspections/checks shall beconducted by the operator on all hoists, load,hook, ropes, brakes and limit switches.


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b. Hoists and Heavy Equipment

Operating mobile heavy equipment without avalid permit/license shall be prohibited.

All booms shall be lowered when not in use. No load beyond capacity of the hoisting

equipment shall be lifted.

No person shall be allowed to stay under araised load.

The use of open hooks on any load that passover workers shall be prohibited.

No mobile crane shall be operated on soft orsloping ground or close to the sides of trenchesand excavations.

The crane shall be positioned properly before itis put into operation.

The use of additional counter-weight to increasethe load capacity of a mobile crane shall beprohibited.

No person shall be allowed to ride with/on aload that is being hoisted, swung or transported.

When traveling along highways or streets, themobile cranes bow shall be rested on its rack.

When not in use, the overhead crane shall beparked with the load hook raised high enough toclear the heads of men working on thefloor/ground.

Only duly qualified and authorized rigger shallbe allowed to direct and guide hoist and liftingoperation.

Operator under the influence of liquor and orsleep inducing drugs or any medication that willaffect vision, judgment and reflexes shall not beallowed to operate hoist and lifting equipment.

All hoist and lifting equipment shall be providedwith basic emergency tools and equipmentwhere applicable like ho, lights, outriggermatting, fire extinguisher etc.

All hoist and lifting equipment shall be subjected

to a pre-use inspection for safe operation. All hoist and lifting equipment shall be subjected

to scheduled preventive maintenance.

All operators shall immediately report anyobserved unsafe condition of the hoist and liftingequipment.

All operators shall report immediately anyincident/accident to the company andappropriate authorities.


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All hoist and lifting equipment shall be equippedwith the prescribed and approved seat belts.

Only qualified and authorized personnel shallconduct repairs to all hoist and lifting equipment.

All hoist and lifting equipment shall be subjectedto test load inspection as recommended by themanufacturer and as prescribed by DOLE.

All critical lift works or jobs shall be covered bycritical lift procedure.

c. Forklift

Extreme care should be exercised by theoperator when approaching areas where hisview is obstructed, or where pedestrians orother vehicles may have difficulty in seeing the

approaching forklift. Inspect all loads to be moved to determine

proper load position, to maintain stability, and toavoid overloading. When moving loads, keepfork or load as close as possible to the groundor floor.

The load should be kept below eye level. Wherethis is impracticable, operator should drive theforklift backward so that he can see where he isgoing.

Do not drive with greasy hands.

Slow down on wet, slippery, and roughsurfaces.

Never drive high-lift trucks with the platformelevated.

Workmen should not be permitted to ride orwork on the platform of high-lift trucks. Wherepossible, materials should be unloadedmechanically from a raised platform.

Except the operator, nobody is allowed to rideon the forklift. The operator shall see to it thatthis rule is strictly followed.

The operator concerned shall be responsible in

replacing flat tire/s, which will be encounteredduring its use.

d. Tools

The use of improper tools for a particular jobshall be prohibited.

Tools shall be inspected prior to use.


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Using hand tools on or very close to any movingpart of a machine shall be prohibited.

When a pneumatic tool is not in service, thepower supply shall be turned-off.

Pointed or sharp edges tools shall be providedwith casings or covers.

Leaving machine tools and other motorizedequipment running unattended shall beprohibited.

Feeling the edges of cutting tools shall beprovided with equipment grounding before use.

All portable electrically driven tools shall beprovided with equipment grounding before use.

2.4.2.3 Fire Hazards, Prevention and Protection

a. Fire Prevention

Electrical equipment, machinery and processingequipment, housekeeping conditions and othersources of fire should be checked for firehazards at regular intervals.

Fire-fighting equipment should be checkedregularly to be sure that they are ready for anyemergency. Each designated employee mustbecome proficient in the method of handling fire-fighting equipment installed at the area orstation where he works.

Gasoline, oil, gases, and other volatile liquids(with low flash point) should be handled withcare. Open flames, lighted cigars, cigarettes orpipes should be kept away from them.

Employees should eliminate or report to theirimmediate supervisor fire hazards, particularlyin their work area which may cause the loss oflife or destruction of company property.

Housekeeping:

Oil-soaked and paint-saturated rags, paper,

waste and other combustible refuse shouldbe deposited in non-combustible coveredreceptacles, having self-closing covers, andremoved daily from the work areas forproper disposal.

A procedure on safe collection and disposalof all combustible waste and rubbish shouldbe part of the fire prevention program.


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Accumulation of all types of dust should becleaned at regular intervals from overheadpipes, beams and machines, particularlyfrom bearing and other heated surfaces.

Roofs should be kept free of sawdust,shaving, and other combustible refuse. Nosuch materials should be stored or allowedto accumulate in airshafts, tunnels, out-of-the-way corners near electric motors ormachinery, against steam pipes, or withinten (10) feet of any stove, furnace, or boiler.

All passageways leading to portable fireextinguishers, fire hose cabinets and fireexits must be kept free from obstruction atall times. All kinds of fire extinguishersshould be placed from strategic places of

offices, plants and barges where they canbe easily seen during incidents of fire.

Specifications of fire extinguishers shall beconsulted from the Over-all Safety andSecurity Officer before being purchased orrefilled.

Rubbish Disposal

Combustible rubbish, weeds and grassshould not be allowed to accumulate inplant and office yards, in or around pole

yards, or near buildings, other combustiblematerials, or storage drums/tanks offlammable liquids.

Wind and weather conditions should beconsidered before fires are lighted. Only acontrollable amount of materials should beburned at one time and a fire hose orsuitable fire-fighting equipment should beon hand. In no case should a fire be startedon a windy day where there is anypossibility of the fire getting out of control.

Electrical Equipment Fires

Only approved electrical equipment shouldbe used where flammable gases or vaporsmay be present.

Makeshift wiring should not be used unlessabsolutely necessary and merely fortemporary use. In such cases, it must beadequately protected, properly barricaded


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and should be removed as soon aspossible. In no instance should defective orundersized wires be used.

Portable electrical tools and extensioncords should be inspected at frequentintervals and repaired or replaced promptlywhen found detective. Users should alsovisually check the same before usage.

Waterproof cords and sockets should beused in damp places, and explosion-prooffixtures and lamps should be used in thepresence of highly-flammable gases andvapors.

Portable lamp bulbs should be protected byheavy lamp guards or by adequately sealedtransparent enclosures and kept away from

sharp objects and from falling. Bare bulbsshould never be used when exposed toflammable dusts or vapors. Lamp bulbsmust be considered as potential hazards inareas where flammable dusts or vaporsexist; they must be safeguardedaccordingly.

Employees should not tamper with andblock circuit breakers, use wrong fuses, orbypass fuses.

Personally owned electrical cooking/heatingappliances such as percolators, stoves and

the like should not be plugged into companyelectrical facilities unless duly authorized bythe Cost Center Head concerned.

Electrical installations and all electricalequipment should be periodically inspectedand tested to assure continued satisfactoryperformance and to detect deficiencies.

Smoking

Smoking is prohibited in all areas of theplant, barges and offices except at the

designated smoking area/s. No Smokingsigns should be posted conspicuously.

Where flammable and combustible liquids,vapors, chemicals, gases and the like arestored, employees should be prohibitedfrom carrying matches, lighters and otherspark-producing devices.


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Except only as provided in the succeeding rule,the transporting of any flammable liquid aboardNPC vehicles is prohibited.

Trucks/pick-ups which normally carry a small

amount of gasoline for engine-driven equipmentsuch as power saws, generators, mowers, etc.,shall be permitted to do so, provided however,that only approved type of containers forflammable liquid are utilized and the followingrequirements are satisfied:

Metal containers of heavy gauge with amaximum capacity of twenty (20) liters in A-1 condition should be used. They should bechecked for rust and weak spots which mayeasily fail due to excessive vibration and

pressure build-up. Loading is limited to a maximum of two (2)

twenty (20)-liter containers only. Caps should be tightly closed and provided

with rubber seal to prevent vapor leakage. Containers should be properly cushioned

and secured with the use of wooden racks,ropes, etc., to prevent metal-to-metalcontact due to vibration while in transport.

Well-ventilated trucks/pick-ups, preferablywith open rear-ends, should be used.

The vehicle should be equipped with at

least one (1) unit 10-lb. dry chemical fireextinguisher.

c. Portable Fire Extinguishers

Extinguishers should be maintained in a fullycharged and operable condition and kept in theirdesignated places at all times, except whenbeing used, tested, repaired or replaced.

Extinguishers removed from the premiseswhere they are regularly installed for rechargingor repair should be temporarily replaced withspare extinguishers of the same type andcapacity.

Extinguishers should be inspected monthly or atmore frequent intervals when circumstancesrequire, to ensure that they are in theirdesignated places, that they have not beentampered with and are fully charged andpressurized and to detect any physical damage,corrosion or other impairments. Extinguishers or


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parts thereof, which are not in good operatingcondition, should be immediately recharged,repaired or replaced.

Each extinguisher should have a durable tag

securely attached to show the maintenance orrecharge date and the initials or signature of theperson who performs this service.

Caps should always be replaced with the sameshell from which they are removed to preventmismatching of threads. Caps should bescrewed in tightly, making sure that the threadsshould be applied to rate of raise to reach thetest pressure in approximately one minute andthe pressure should be held for one minute afterwhich it should be released. Extinguisher shells,cartridges or cylinders that show leakage or

permanent distortion in excess of specifiedlimits on with rupture, should be removed fromservice.

d. Care of the Fire Hydrants

Fire hose should always be in good order andtaken care of properly. It should not be usedexcept for the purpose it is needed.

Fire hoses provided for yard hydrants should bekept in well-ventilated hose house with sufficientspace to hold the hose and equipment. Hot

locations should be avoided, if possible. Thehose should be stored in such a way that it maybe unrolled easily when required.

Care must be taken so that gasoline, grease,harmful chemicals and acids do not come incontact with hose. Where such exposure islikely to occur, hoses resistant to these agentsshould be used. If a hose does not come incontact with any of the above materials, itshould be washed with soap and thoroughlyrinsed with water. After use, hoses must be

drained, cleaned and dried before being stored. Do not store hoses until thoroughly dry. Drying

must be done carefully before hanging the hoseor placing it on a rack.

Hoses should not be dried in the sun onconcrete roadways or sidewalks. As soon as thehose is thoroughly dried, it should not beexposed to varied weather conditions. Over-exposure, especially in or by the sun can bedamaging. Hoses should not be left in hot drying


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towers or cabinets after drying has beencompleted.

If the hose appears to be defective, it should betested hydrostatically and replaced, if

necessary. If the hose has prolonged orseverely used during fire incidents, it should beinspected and tested regularly.

Nozzles

All nozzles should be checked periodicallyand immediately after use.

If there is an obstruction that cannot beremoved by fully opening the nozzle, thenozzle should be taken from the hose lineand the obstruction removed through the

coupling end, since any further attempt toforce it out through the tip may damage thenozzle.

Care should be taken to avoid dents ornicks in nozzle tips, as this can seriouslyaffect the reach of the stream. Nozzlesshould not be closed dropped or thrownaside.

Nozzle control valves should be openedand closed slowly. This will eliminateunnecessary strain on the hose andcoupling and reduce pressure surges.

Except in the case of small volume streamsat low pressure, nozzles should be shut-offwhen being moved to new positions at thefirst scene.

Nozzles should be washed with soap andhot water. Submerge the nozzle and workthe sleeve or roller until a free movement isobtained and then rinse in water. Lubricatethe shut-off valve with silicone gases.

When using a nozzle, care should be takennot to twist or bend the handle of the shut-off valve. Either of these conditions mayprevent the valve from opening fully or maypermit the valve to go past the full opening.In both instances, the waterway would notbe fully open and the result would be abroken water steam.

During inspection, check that nozzle valveswork freely. Otherwise, they should beimmediately taken out of service,temporarily replaced, and repaired.


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Couplings

Couplings should be kept in good operating

conditions, and after each time the hose isused, the coupling threads should beexamined. Any length of hose with defectiveor damaged couplings should be removedfrom service and repaired. Couplingsshould be adjusted so that they wouldfunction easily by hand.

Couplings should not be greased or oiledwhen stuck. Ordinarily, they can be freedsatisfactorily by immersion in warm soapywater.

When disconnecting the line after use, care

should be taken not to drop couplings onpavement or other hard surface.

If, for any reason, it is necessary to moveapparatus after lines are in operation, careshould be taken to avoid driving overcouplings. This can deform couplings.

Inspection should be made to see that hoseis firmly attached to the coupling so that thecoupling and the hose do not come apart.

Gaskets

When couplings are inspected, the gasketin the swivel should be checked. Rubbergaskets deteriorating with age will breakaway from the washer or gasket seat.

See to it that the gasket do not protrude intothe waterways, particularly at the nozzlecoupling as this can cause a ragged steam,thus reducing the effective reach of thenozzle.

Valve shall be closed completely when thecylinder is not in use.

Empty cylinders shall be stored and handledsimilar to that of loaded cylinders. Emptycylinders for the same kind of gas shall bestored together.

Gas-fuel cylinders shall be kept away fromoxygen cylinders.

Placing of hand tools, clothes, gloves, and otherthings on the top of the cylinder shall beprohibited.


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The use of oxygen to run pneumatic tools toprovide ventilation or to purge pipelines andcontainers shall be prohibited.

Only lubricants specifically formulated for

oxygen service shall be used for lubrication ofequipment handling oxygen.

Opening the valve of acetylene gas cylindermore than one turn shall be prohibited. Thevalve wrench shall be left on the valvewhenever the valve is open.

Only authorized persons shall be given accessto storage areas of compressed gas cylinders.

2.4.2.4 Chemicals, Gases and Other Materials

a. Hazardous Chemicals

Toxic chemicals and hazardouswaste/substances shall be properly managed(handling, storage, transport and disposal) inaccordance with R.A. 6969)

Acids and oxidizing agents shall be storedseparately from caustics and other reducingagents.

Volatile, corrosive and toxic chemicals shall notbe poured directly into the containers orequipment in which they will be used.Appropriate pumps, breaker, spatula or similardevices shall be used instead.

Carboys and drum pumps shall be equippedwith flow control regulators.

Equipment and/or instruments used in handlingchemicals, such as pumps, hoses, fittings, flowregulating nozzles, motors and wirings shall bereplaced or repaired at the first sign ofdeterioration.

Containers of hazardous chemicals shall belabeled properly and clearly.

Chemicals, which tend to build up pressure

under high temperature, such as ammonia,methylene chloride and hydrogen peroxide shallbe stored in cool areas.

All related Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)shall be readily available and communicated toworkers for information and reference.

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controls of various chemicals used in theworkplace.

Wear the appropriate PPE as stated in theinstruction/procedure as advised by the

supervisor. All exposed workers shall immediately seek

proper medical attention for any untowardeffects from handling toxic chemicals andhazardous wastes/substances.

b. Compressed Gases

Gas cylinders shall be chained/supported in anupright position to a wall, cylinder truck, cylinderrack or post.

The cylinder cap shall be installed when the

cylinder is not in use and when it is beingmoved.

Lifting a cylinder by its valve or cap, or withchain, sling or magnet shall be prohibited. If anumber of cylinders are to be moved, thecylinders shall be secured on a platform orcradle.

Placing cylinders on hallways, passageways orwork areas where they can be hit or struck shallbe prohibited.

The use of cylinders as table legs to hold upother objects shall be prohibited.

Only the right tool shall be used in opening thecylinder valve.

Dropping a compressed gas cylinder shall beprohibited.

Accumulation of grease, oil and othercombustible materials on an oxygen cylindershall be prohibited.

A cylinder shall be used only when the user issure of its gas content.

Cylinders shall be kept away from electricalcircuits and excessive heats.

Striking of welding arc or tapping of live weldingelectrode on a cylinder shall be prohibited.

Cylinders shall be kept away from directsunlight, sparks, hot slag, molten metal, andother sources of ignition.

Leaking cylinders shall be repaired immediately.When it is necessary to unload the cylindercontent, it should be unloaded properly.


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Materials stored in open areas shall beprotected against the weather.

Stored materials shall not extend beyond theedges of bins/racks.

Overhead belt conveyors shall be provided withrailings to prevent the load from toppling overthe side.

Overhead conveyor and elevator tops shall beprovided with maintenance platforms.

A load shall be hoisted only when it is directlyunder the hoist.

Appropriate safety signs shall be providedconspicuously in storage areas.

Appropriate shut-off tool/spanner shall bereadily available for use.

Flashback arresters shall always be available

and properly installed. Gas cylinders shall be labeled, appropriately

stored and secured in designated areas.

All hoses, gas regulators and other accessoriesshall be regularly inspected and maintained.

2.4.2.5 Clearance and Tagging Rules

a. The Safety Officer shall be held responsible for theissuance and retrieval of tags.

b. Issuance and retrieval of tags shall be recorded in a

tagging logbook for reference purposes.c. Tampering and/or defacing of tags shall beprohibited.

d. Transferring of tag from one equipment to anothershall be prohibited. A tag shall be displayed/hungonly where it is specifically intended for.

e. Only duly authorized personnel shall be allowed toremove tags on equipment/system already clearedfor operation/usage.

f. The writing on issued tags shall be done in ink. Anyerror/correction to be reflected in the tag shall beinitialed and dated by the issuer to effect legitimacy.

g. Tags with information already unreadable shall bereplaced immediately.

h. When tags are to be displayed/hung out-doors, theyshall be jacketed/laminated in plastic.

i. Only section heads or personnel holding equivalentpositions shall be authorized to request for issuanceof tags.


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j. No person shall be allowed to render repair work ondefective equipment/systems unless the necessarytags have been issued and properly hung.

2.4.2.6 Hot Works

a. Hot work operations shall be performed only byauthorized personnel.

b. Required PPE shall be used while doing hot works.c. Proper warning and instructional signs shall be

visibly posted at all times when work is beingperformed, and shall be removed or recoveredpromptly after work is completed.

d. Work place conditions shall be inspected to eliminateor control hazards that may expose the worker toinjury and potential property damage.

e. All hot works shall have treated and approved safework procedures.

f. Adequate ventilation shall be provided whileperforming hot works, specially when fumes fromzinc, tin, brass and lead which are health hazard areproduced.

g. Welding and/or cutting on any container or tank withunknown contents shall be prohibited.

h. Electric welding machines shall be placed in cleanand dry areas before performing welding operation.

i. Flammable and combustible materials shall beremoved and/or covered properly prior to

performance of hot work operation.j. Power shall be switched off when leaving the work

area, or when changing the cable connections to theterminals.

k. Only welding cables in good condition shall be used.l. Only a friction lighter shall be used in lighting a torch.m. Hot work permits shall be secured before performing

hot work activities.

2.4.2.7 Good Housekeeping

a. Oil-soaked and paint saturated rags, papers, and

other combustible refuses shall be removed from thework areas and disposed off properly.

b. Littering in the work premises shall be prohibited.c. Broken glass, spilled liquids and other unwanted

materials shall be swept, wiped and disposed offproperly.

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e. All passageways leading to building exits, stairways,shower and wash stations, fire extinguishers andelectrical controls shall be lighted adequately andshall be kept free from obstructions at all times.

f. The pouring of flammable liquids, corrosivechemicals and compounds which produce toxicfumes or odors (such as hydrogen cyanide and thelikes) into sinks, sewers, and/or drainage systems,shall be prohibited.

g. Left-over materials in work places, such as lumber,rebars, steel, welding butts, etc., shall be removed atthe end of each work shift.

h. Work areas shall be provided with waste or trashdrums/cans in appropriate places.

i. Lockers shall be kept clean and shall be inspectedperiodically.

j. Appropriate signs and barricades shall be provided inhazardous areas.

k. Trimming of vegetation in plant and office yards andfuel oil tank farms shall be conducted regularly.

l. Bulletin boards and safety bulletin shall be kept cleanand orderly.

m. Defective bowls, fittings and other fixtures of restrooms shall be repaired immediately.

n. Ventilation and lighting systems should always bemaintained clean and in efficient manner.

o. Appropriate measures should be instituted to controlstray animals, pest and rodents.

2.4.2.8 Laboratory Safety

a. All chemicals and sample containers shall beproperly stored and labeled.

b. The Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) of allchemicals in storage or in use shall be madeavailable for reference at all times.

c. Safety work procedures for the following tasks shallbe provided and reviewed/evaluated periodically.

Geochemical and Environmental Sampling

Field Data Gathering

Laboratory Analysis

Laboratory Instrument Operation

Waste Collection, Storage, Transport,Treatment and Disposal

Chemical Handling

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d. The laboratory is a non-smoking areae. Compressed gas cylinders shall be stored,

transported and handled as prescribed in Section2.4.2.4.

f. All instruments, plugs, cables and power outlets shallbe labeled with their corresponding power ratings.

g. Eye wash stations and emergency showers shall beavailable in designated areas and regularlymaintained

2.4.2.9 Workplace Monitoring and Control

a. Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Safety (Geothermal Plants)

Geothermal plants shall have an H2S

monitoring and control program in place. Evaluate each job for H2S hazard before

starting job and while doing the work.

Continuous monitoring of H2S shall beconducted during work activities in areaswhere its presence is anticipated or expected.

Signs indicating the location of H2S detectionequipment and supplied air breathingequipment shall be provided.

Employee shall report immediately areas withH2S concentration.

Areas with potential H2S hazard shall havewarning signs.

The use of Buddy System is a MUST whenworking in an area suspected to have a highH2S concentration.

Wind direction shall be monitored prior to andduring work where H2S may be present. Flagsor windsocks shall be installed at strategiclocations to help indicate wind direction.

Employers shall have in place an H2Sinformation and education campaign programto increase awareness of workers of its

hazards. Emergency procedures shall be implemented

in case of accidental discharge. Only trainedand suitably equipped personnel shall conductrescue and/or recovery operation in an H2Semergency situation.


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b. Permissible Noise Exposure

Plants shall have a hearing conservationprogram in place for the exposed workers.

Plants must comply with noise exposure levelsas mandated by occupational safety andhealth standards.

c. Illumination

Skylights and windows shall be located andspaced so that daylight conditions are fairlyuniform over the working area.

All occupied offices and building includingperimeters, shall be properly illuminated duringnormal operation based on the Philippine

Electrical Code. Adequate automatic emergency lighting system

shall be provided in stairways, exits, workplacesand passengers as required by the PhilippineBuilding Code and the Fire Protection Code.

Adequate ground lighting shall be providedwithin the working premises.

d. General Ventilation

Suitable atmospheric conditions shall bemaintained in all work areas by natural and/orartificial means. Measures shall be taken tominimize, if not eliminate, process-related airbornehazards such as dusts, gases, vapor or mists at thesource

e. Temperature Extreme

All workers exposed to extreme temperaturesshall wear suitable protective clothing.

All equipment and facility shall undergo re-evaluation for possible redesign or engineering

control to minimize temperature hazard.

f. Radiation

All potential sources of electro-magneticradiation, such as switchyards, high-voltagepower lines and transformers, shall be identifiedand restricted to authorized personnel only.


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All works and materials emitting radiation, suchas radiographic, testing and naturally occurringradioactive materials from drilling, shall becovered by appropriate permit and signage.

2.4.2.10 Safe Work Permit

a. Established safe work permit procedures shall beimplemented in the following works:

Electrical and Mechanical Lock-out/Tag-out

Confined Space Entry

Hot Work

Excavation

Hazardous Materials Handling

Work at Heights

Major Lifts Radiation

Blasting

b. The above permit shall include the minimumapplicable requirement:

1. Permit Number2. Authorized permit Originator and Issuer3. Date of Issue4. Work Description (Area/Activity Covered)

5. Validity of Permit6. Work Precaution Checklist7. Protective Measure Checklist8. Work Party Acceptance9. Emergency Response/Equipment10. Environment Monitoring11. Hazard Identification12. Work Carry Over (Turnover of Unfinished Work)13. Sign Off (Closing)

c. Control for issuance and recording of all permits shallbe established.

d. Permits shall be properly posted in the work area.e. Works covered by permit shall be immediately

stopped if permit conditions is not complied with orviolated.

f. Employees affected by the work permit proceduresshall be trained on application procedures. Permittingauthorities shall likewise be identified and properlytrained.


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g. A periodic safety audit shall be in place to determineits adequacy on compliance and effectiveness.

2.4.2.11 Explosives Storage, Use and Transportation

a. The government laws pertaining to the use, storageand transportation of explosives shall be strictlyobserved. Manufacturers instructions for the safehandling and storage of explosives are to befollowed.

b. Disposal of all empty explosive containers shall be inaccordance with manufacturers recommendations.

c. Warning signs about the use of radio transmittermust be posted on all access roads.

d. All access points to the blasting area shall beproperly guarded until an ALL CLEAR signal is

sounded.e. Explosives or dynamites used for quarrying or road

construction shall be stored in magazines as perregulatory standard.

f. Dynamites shall be separated from the blastingingredients such as blasting caps or fuses whenstored or transported.

g. For security reasons, vehicles transportingexplosives shall not be marked unless required.

h. Only authorized and qualified personnel shall handleexplosives.

i. Explosive magazine shall be constructed as per

standards. Danger signs shall be installed to warnthe public. Explosive magazine shall be provided withat least two ventilation outlets.

j. Stacking/Piling of boxes of explosives shall only beon eye level.

k. Perimeter gates and doors of the storage magazineshall be provided with two (2) locks each. One for themilitary and one for the company custodian.

l. Only authorized personnel shall be allowed to enterthe storage areas or near explosives.

m. Smoking is strictly prohibited in areas where thereare explosives.

n. Military escorts must be present during transport ofexplosives.

2.4.2.12 Warehouse Safety

a. Warehouse shall be well ventilated and well lighted.b. If a warehouse is provided with fire sprinkler system,

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c. Storage areas shall be provided with adequate fireextinguisher located at strategic places.

d. Adequate clearance between stocks and wall shallbe provided for easy access.

e. Warehouse shall be provided with enough space forthe operation of material handling equipment.

f. Materials stored in open areas shall be protectedagainst weather.

g. Eyewash stations and emergency showers shall beregularly maintained and made available indesignated areas.

2.4.2.13 Excavation and Filing Works

a. All excavation and filing works shall be covered withappropriate safe work permit.

b. Only authorized personnel shall supervise allexcavation and filing works.

c. Required PPE shall be used while doing excavationand filing works.

d. Proper warning and instructional signs shall bevisibly posted at all times when work is beingperformed, and shall be removed or recoveredpromptly after work is completed.

e. Excavation sites shall be properly barricaded,delineated and provided with proper safety andwarning signs.

f. Gangplanks with railing or metal plates shall be

provided where an excavation crosses driveways orstreets.

g. Approved access ladder shall be provided andregularly inspected.

h. Work permits to identify location of buried gas, waterelectricity and telephone lines shall cover allexcavation works.

i. Shoring built in accordance with standardengineering practice shall be provided on excavationsites.

j. Excavation works on identified H2S prone area shallbe inspected for presence of H2S before any work

commences and regularly monitored during theduration of the work.

k. First aid and emergency response shall be availableat all times.


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2.4.2.14 Concreting and Structural Works

a. Work permits shall cover all structural works atheights and all works that require the use of oxy-acetylene cutting and any kind of welding works.

b. Only authorized person shall supervise all concretingand structural works.

c. Required PPE shall be used while doing concretingand structural works in accordance with SectionIII.A.3 hereof.

d. Proper warning and instructional signs shall bevisibly posted at all times when work is beingperformed, and shall be removed or recoveredpromptly after work is completed.

e. Work sites shall be properly barricaded, delineatedand provided with proper safety and warning signs.

f. Standard scaffoldings shall be provided whenworking at height.

g. Lifting procedure shall be implemented for heavy andspecial lifting works.

h. First aid and emergency response shall be availableat all times.

2.4.2.15 Road Works/Earth Moving

a. Only authorized personnel shall supervise all roadworks.

b. Required PPE shall be used while doing road works.

c. Proper warning and instructional signs shall bevisibly posted at all times when work is beingperformed, and shall be removed or recoveredpromptly after work is completed.

d. Work place conditions shall be inspected to eliminateor control hazards that may expose the worker toinjury.

e. Work sites shall be properly barricaded, delineatedand provided with proper safety and warning signs.

f. Only duly qualified and authorized personnel shall beallowed to operate equipment.

g. Heavy equipment shall have spotter to assist the

operator.h. First aid and emergency response shall be available

at all times.

2.4.2.16 Piping and Insulation Works

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b. Only duly qualified and authorized personnel shall beallowed to conduct piping and insulation works.

c. Required PPE shall be used while doing piping andinsulation works.

d. Proper warning and instructional signs shall bevisible posted at all times when work is beingperformed, and shall be removed or recoveredpromptly after work is completed.

e. Work place conditions shall be inspected to eliminateor control hazards that may expose the worker toinjury.

f. Work sites shall be properly barricaded, delineatedand provided with proper safety and warning signs.

g. Only duly qualified and authorized personnel shall beallowed to operate equipment.

h. All piping and insulation works shall be covered with

appropriate safe work permits.i. All coded piping and insulation work wastes shall be

properly disposed of according to environmentalregulations.

j. First aid and emergency response shall be availableat all times.

2.4.2.17 Mechanical and Equipment Installation

a. Only authorized personnel shall supervise allmechanical and equipment installation.

b. Required PPE shall be used while doing hot works.

c. Proper warning and instructional signs shall bevisibly posted at all times when work is beingperformed, and shall be removed or recoveredpromptly after work is completed.

d. Work place conditions shall be inspected to eliminateor control hazards that may expose the worker toinjury.

e. Only duly qualified and authorized personnel shall beallowed to operate equipment.

f. All mechanical equipment installation shall havedetailed and approved safe work procedures.

g. All mechanical equipment installation shall have

detailed and approved safe work permits.h. All mechanical equipment installation work wastes

shall be properly disposed according toenvironmental regulations.

i. First aid and emergency response shall be availableat all times.

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2.4.3 Power Plant and Control Room Safety

2.4.3.1 Power Plant Safety

a. All personnel shall be qualified and trained in theirrespective job assignments.

b. All personnel shall undergo occupational safety andhealth orientation and training.

c. All personnel shall immediately report any observedunsafe condition, incident and accident inaccordance with the established company safetyreporting procedures and guidelines.

d. All personnel shall be required to wear appropriateand prescribed PPEs.

e. Only qualified and authorized personnel shallconduct repairs and calibration to any plant

equipment and instruments.f. All power plants shall establish work procedures for:

Start-up and shutdown

Emergency

Normal and Abnormal Operation

Maintenance work for the following asapplicable: Steam Generators Fans and Blowers Pumps Condensers Cooling Towers

Turbines and Generators Electrical and Instrumentation

Such procedures shall include hazard identification,analysis, mitigation and emergency response.

g. All works shall be covered with appropriate safe workpermits

2.4.3.2 Control Room Safety

a. Unauthorized personnel are prohibited to manipulatecontrol panel knobs, buttons, and switches.Bystanders are not allowed inside the control roomunless authorized.

b. Keep air conditioning unit running 24 hours a day tomaintain the control room temperature and to keepthe air clean and filtered.

c. Always close the door of control rooms to reduceoutside air infiltration/cooling loads and toxic gascontamination.

d. Control rooms are NO SMOKING areas and suchpolicy shall be observed religiously.


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e. Lock-out/tag-out procedure and proper clearancefrom authority shall be strictly complied.

f. Automatic/emergency lighting system shall beprovided at all access and means of egress.

g. Keep the door of circuit breaker/panel always closed.

2.4.3.3 UPS and Battery Bank Room Requirements

a. No unauthorized personnel are allowed to enter theroom.

b. Air conditioning unit must be operated 24 hours aday at temperature not greater than 15oC forelectronic equipment cooling.

c. Always close the door of UPS and battery bank roomto reduce outside air infiltration/cooling loads andtoxic gas contamination.

d. Keep battery bank free from leaking solutions.e. Do not use battery room as dressing room.f. The exhaust ventilation must be placed in the proper

portion of wall ceiling to eliminate the explosive gasemitted by the battery.

g. The DC system shall be readily available wheneverthe DC power is interrupted to the system.

h. Eyewash station must be provided near the batteryroom.

i. Check-up of battery electrolyte leak and specificgravity should be done regularly.

j. Proper handling/storage/disposal of unserviceable

batteries should be observed.

2.4.3.4 Electrical Power Facilities and Equipment Repair andTroubleshooting

a. Only duly authorized personnel are allowed toexecute troubleshooting and repair of any lineconductors and electrical device and circuitry atequipment control panel board, in propercoordination with Control Room.

b. Always wear safety rubber shoes when performingtroubleshooting and repair of any faulty line

conductors encased in metallic cable tray.c. Place warning tags (indicating reasons for isolation)

on any circuit cut-out breakers with the requestedDE-ENERGIZE line associated.

d. Insulate all dangling and bare terminals of powerconductors right after disconnection.

e. De-energize all power line conductors, whentroubleshooting and repairing of a particular line


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h. Noise levels shall be indicated/posted conspicuously in areaswhere they could be detrimental to hearing.

i. Approved earmuffs or earplugs shall be worn while in areas withnoise levels of more than 90 decibels.

j. Safety helmets shall be worn in areas where overheadprotection is required.

k. Safety belts and/or lifelines shall be worn while working onelevated structures, in pits, tunnels, ducts and other confinedspaces.

l. Belts and lifelines shall be secured/fastened while in use.m. Safety shoes shall be worn in areas where they are required.n. While performing welding jobs, flameproof gauntlets, aprons,

welding gloves, leggings and welders masks shall be worn.Ensure that a fire extinguisher is within the work area.

o. Appropriate gloves shall be worn when handling poisonousand/or corrosive chemicals/materials and when working with

energized electrical circuits/apparatus.p. Before using any diving gear/apparatus, thorough inspection of

the equipment shall be conducted.

2.5 DAM SAFETY

As a responsible dam owner/operator, NPC is committed to undertake andimplement a Dam Safety Program based on current internationalstandards, practices and guidelines, and consistent with the provisions ofapplicable Philippine Laws and Ordinances.

The NPC Dam Safety Program has the following objectives:

a) To ensure that all communities located downstream of NPCowned/operated dams are not exposed to unacceptable risks fromtheir existence and operation;

b) To comply with legal requirements and technically accepted DamEngineering practices for responsible ownership and environmentalprotection;

c) To assess the quantity of inflows during typhoons (flood forecastingand reservoir inflow/outflow) in order to determine the right time andquantity of water releases to optimize revenues; and

d) To preserve the long-term value of NPC dams, reservoirs andwaterways.

2.5.1 Instrumentation and Monitoring

Instrumentation shall be properly maintained or replaced, asnecessary, in order to obtain accurate readings. Readings shall bemade at scheduled frequency and shall be properly recorded andanalyzed. Plant personnel must receive training in basic engineeringconsiderations pertaining to major structures, with procedures forsurveillance, monitoring, and reporting of potential problems, and


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with procedures for emergency operations. For minimumrecommended instrumentation for existing dams refer to Appendices13.1 and 13.2.

2.5.2 Measures to be taken during Flood Periods

2.5.2.1 During Flood Precaution Period

The Flood Operation Manager shall take the followingmeasures by instructing the staff during the floodprecaution period:

a. To alert the personnel of the flood operation team inthe FFWS Office and inform all other personnel onthe expected operation;

b. To coordinate with Plant management relative to the

operational status of the equipment and facilitiesrequired for the operation of the spillway gates,power supply system including auxiliary generatorsand telecommunications system;

c. To collect weather information from the PAGASA andfrom other sources;

d. To monitor rainfall, make inflow calculation and floodforecasting;

e. To disseminate the flood warning on receipt of therequest thereon from the PAGASA;

f. To control communication on the Radio-telephonesystem which connects the Type-A Warning stations

and warning vehicles with the Flood OperationOffice;

g. To announce the flood caution period/to release theflood precaution period and to notify thereon thePAGASA and other concerned government offices;

h. To record the Flood Operation; andi. To require other activities for effective flood

operation.

2.5.2.2 During Flood Caution Period

The Flood Operation Manager shall take the following

measures during the flood caution period.

a. To assign the personnel of the flood operation teamto their designated places on the expected floodoperation;

b. To coordinate with Plant Management relative toinstructions for spillway gate operation;

c. To collect weather information from the PAGASAthrough the NPC FFWS Office;


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d. To make the dam discharging operation;e. To disseminate the flood warning on receipt of the

request thereon from the PAGASA;f. To control communication on the radio telephone

system which connects the Type-A Warning Stationsand warning vehicles with the Flood OperationCenter;

g. To terminate the flood period and announce the postflood period and to notify thereon the PAGASA andother concerned government offices;

h. To record the flood operation; andi. To require other activities for effective flood

operation.

2.5.2.4 During Post Flood Period

The Flood Operation Manager shall take the followingmeasures during the post flood period:

a. To collect weather information from the PAGASA;b. To coordinate with Plant management relative

instructions for spillway gate operation;c. To monitor rainfall, make inflow calculation and flood

forecast;d. To lower the reservoir water level to the normal high

water level:e. To control communication on the radio-telephone

system which connects the Type-A Warning Stations

and warning vehicles with the Flood OperationOffice;

f. To announce the flood precaution period, floodcaution period or flood period, if another flood isexpected, and to notify thereon the PAGASA andother concerned government offices;

g. To release the post flood period and to notify thereonthe PAGASA and other concerned governmentoffices;

h. To record the flood operation; andi. To require other activities for effective flood

operation.

2.5.3 Notices and Warnings

2.5.3.1 Notices

a. Notice on Flood Period

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disseminate such information to the public in the targetarea.

2.5.3.5 Request by PAGASA on Flood Warning

The PAGASA may request the FFWS Dam Office todisseminate warning to the public in the target area on theexpected flood (hereinafter referred to as the floodwarning).

2.5.3.6 Dissemination of Flood Warning

a. Upon receipt of the PAGASAs request, the FloodOperation Manager shall disseminate the warningmessage specified in the request to the public in thetarget area.

b. Upon completion of the dissemination, the FloodOperation Manager shall notify promptly thereon thePAGASA.

2.5.3.7 Communication Control

a. Radio Telephone System Provided for EachMunicipality

One (1) set of Radio Telephone is installed ineach Municipal Mayors Office in the target areafor the urgent communication required between

the Flood Operation Center and each MunicipalDisaster Coordinating Council in relation to theflood warning, evacuation and flood fightingactivities.

Three (3) sets of portable Radio Telephone mayalso be provided for each Municipality for thecommunication between the Municipalityspatrol team and Municipal Disaster CoordinatingCouncil in relation to the evacuation and floodfighting activities.

b. Restrictions on Use

Each Municipal Disaster Coordinating Council isallowed to use the Radio Telephone systemprescribed in item (1) above but only for thenecessary communication in relation to the floodwarning, evacuation and flood fighting activitiesunder the communication control of the FFWS DamOffice.


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c. Communication Control

The Flood Operation Manager shall controlcommunication on the Radio Telephone system forattaining smooth communication among the partiesconcerned.

2.5.4 Back-up Flood Operation Rule

2.5.4.1 In the Event of Non-functioning of Flood ForecastingSystem

If the reservoir water level detector installed in the FloodOperation Center does not work, then the reservoir waterlevel shall be read on the staff gauge by a gauge readerand reported to the Flood Operation Center on the local

telephone system or on the portable Radio Telephone set.

2.5.4.2 In the Event of Non-functioning of Local TelephoneSystem

In case such failure in the local telephone system occursthus affecting the communication between the spillwaygate operator and Flood Operation Center and/or betweenthe gauge reader of the reservoir water level and FloodOperation Center, the Flood Operation Manager shall takeappropriate countermeasures in accordance with theprovisions hereunder:

a. To send instructions through the portable radiotelephone to the spillway gate operator and/or thegauge reader;

b. To proceed to the control room of the spillway anddirect the spillway gate operation; and

c. To consider other appropriate countermeasures.

2.5.4.3 In the Event of Non-functioning of Flood Warning System

If no OK answer comes back or if the sound from theloudspeaker of any of the warning stations could not be

monitored when the dam discharge warning or the floodwarning is disseminated through the Type-A WarningStations and Type-B Warning Posts, the required warningshall be disseminated by dispatching the warning vehiclesto the areas.


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2.5.5 Watershed Protection

A fire-fighting team shall be organized to respond to forest fireoccurrence. The establishment of appropriate firelines, constructionof look-out towers, and timely maintenance of plantations areessential part of this strategy.

2.6 OFFICE SAFETY

Severe and fatal accidents may occur in the office and its environment,because hazards exist in both plant and office premises.

To prevent office accidents, the following controls shall be effected:

2.6.1 Office Layout

The Manager/Head concerned shall consider all safety aspects inthe preparation of the office layout. Hazard prevention shall befocused on floors, aisles, stairs, doors, illumination, ventilation,electrical equipment, office equipment, rolling ladders, and chemicalproducts.

2.6.2 Office Safety Rules and Regulations

The following office safety rules and regulations shall be observed:

2.6.2.1 Office Behavior

a. Running and horse-playing in the work area isprohibited.

b. Doors should not be pushed abruptly when openingor slammed when closing. Do not stay within thepath of the door swing

c. When carrying a stack of materials, be sure you cansee over and around it when walking. Employeesshould not carry stacks of materials on stairs. Theyshould use the elevator. When an elevator is notavailable, employees carrying such materials shouldnot have both arms loaded when using stairs. Onehand should be free to use the handrails.

d. Employees shall not crowd nor indulge in horseplayon stairs. Commonly, falls/tripping on stairs occurwhen the person is talking, laughing, and turning tofriends while going downstairs/upstairs.

e. Do not congregate on stairs or landings, and do notstay outside doors at the head or feet of stairways.

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objects on the floor is also dangerous and should beavoided.

g. When a floor-mounted telephone or electrical outletbox is exposed after moving furniture, mark the boxwith a tripping hazard sign until it is removed. Theoutlet must be reported to the concernedMaintenance Section for removal or relocation, if stillneeded.

h. Do not use spiked or pointed rods for filing or forsimilar purposes.

i. Do not place pencils in any container with pointsoutward.

j. Keep in a safe place any pointed or bladedinstrument immediately after use. Do not hand anysuch instrument to someone with the point towardshim.

k. Do not leave the knife blade of the paper cutter in theraised position. Do not leave breakable objects onthe edge of desks or tables where they can easily bepushed off.

l. Before operating new office equipment, alwaysconsult the operating manual first. Only authorizedpersons should operate office machines andequipment. Nobody should tinker with interlocks onthe guards. Machines or equipment should not becleaned or serviced while they are in position.

m. Dart-playing in all offices and work areas isprohibited at all times, even after office hours. Dart-

playing shall be allowed only in places specificallydesignated for the game at the plants recreationalfacilities/areas.

n. All forms of gambling are prohibited during on or off-office hours.

2.6.2.2 Office Furniture and Equipment

a. Before receiving new office furniture, the sameshould be referred to the QA Inspector or SafetyOfficer for inspection as to compliance withspecifications and workmanship. Existing furniture

found defective should immediately be reported tothe General Services Unit or designated group ofoffice/project/plant for repair. Defective furniturewhich poses accident hazards should be properlymarked or tagged.

b. Keep desk/filing cabinet/drawers closed to preventpersonnel from tripping over them.


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c. Unplug from the power source the electricmachine/equipment when unattended and after officehour.

d. All electric machines should be provided withadequate equipment grounding before use.

e. Rolling ladders and stands used in reaching highstorage should have brakes and the like that operateautomatically when weight is applied to them.

f. Proper handling and use of office furniture andequipment should always be exercised.

g. Unstable cabinets/shelving should immediately bereported to the General Services Unit or designatedgroup of office/project/plant for remedial measures.

h. Do not stand on lower shelf rungs or any otherunstable furniture/makeshift stand to reach for thingsstored in the upper rung. Standard ladder/stands for

the purpose should be used.

2.6.2.3 Good Housekeeping

a. Littering in the work premises is prohibited. Wipespilled liquids immediately and pick up pieces ofpaper clips, rubber bands, pencil, and other looseobjects.

b. Broken glass should be swept immediately anddisposed of in a safe place.

c. Tripping hazards such as defective floors, rugs, floormats, electric or telephone cords should be reported

to the General Services Unit or designated group ofoffice/project/plant for remedial measures.

d. Employee should see to it that their respectivefurniture are well arranged and maintained in theirdesignated places. This will ensure proper officeupkeep and unobstructed evacuation in case ofemergency.

2.6.2.4 Fire Hazards

a. Flammable solvent-soaked or oily rags used forcleaning duplicating machines or any other office

equipment should be kept in metal safety containers.b. Lighted cigars/cigarettes and the like should not be

allowed within (6) feet where flammable solvents areused in duplicating machines or any other officeequipment.

c. Do not place matchsticks or cigarette butts directlyinto the wastebasket. Use ashtrays. Before placingthe contents of ashtrays into wastebaskets, be sure


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that there are no lighted cigarette butts, embers orthe like.

d. Do not place a lighted cigar/cigarette and the like onany place other on an ashtray.

2.6.2.5 Storage/Vaults

a. Materials should be stored where busy passagewaysdo not have to be crossed to reach them, and theyshould be stored where they are not likely to fall onanybody. Also, keep passageways clear ofobstructions and tripping hazards.

b. Pile materials neatly in stable piles that will not fallover. The heaviest and largest pieces should be atthe bottom of the pile. Where materials are stored onshelves, the heavy objects should be on the lower

shelf.c. Flammable fluids used in offices should be stored in

safety containers. Lighted cigars/cigarettes and thelike should not be allowed in areas where flammablefluids are used, such as in duplicating rooms orsupply areas.

d. Employees should not stack boxes, papers, andother heavy objects on filing cabinets, desks, andwindow ledges, or place these materials improperlyon shelves.

e. Card index files, dictionaries, or other heavy objectsshould not be placed on top of filing objects and

other high furniture. Movable objects such asflowerpots, base and bottles should not be allowedon windowsills or ledges.

f. Razor blades, thumbtacks, and other sharp/pointedobjects should not be thrown loosely into drawers.They should be carefully boxed or kept in suitablecontainers.

2.7 ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTIONMANAGEMENT SAFETY

Safety shall be integrated into the mainstream of engineering and design

activities, so that safety considerations become inherent in the planning,design and layout of new facilities or of existing ones being modified orredesigned.

2.7.1 Engineering and Design Phases

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