SAFETY & SECURITY NEWSLETTER

March 2013 Issue

MESSAGE DESK

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CONTENTS

1 National Safety Day Celebrations

2 Summer safety

3 Lesson learned

4 Safety training

5 Root cause analysis (RCA) of incidents – Feb’13

6 Security Highlights

Thought for the month

Work together to ensure Safe & Healthy Workplace

1. National Safety Day Celebrations

The National Safety Day (NSD) and week was celebrated across the company from 4th March to 10th March. This year‟s theme was "Work together to ensure Safe & healthy Workplace” which is declared by National Safety Council (NSC).

Wide range of participation was observed from employees, their dependents and also contractors across the group. Employees, their dependents and contractors were encouraged to take active participation in various interesting competitions / contests viz. safety posters, safety slogans, short skits, spot the hazard, safety quiz etc. The winners were appreciated with a token a gift, certificates, and words of appreciation from senior management. Safety awareness and training sessions were also conducted for employees, employee families, contractors and in some cases for students of engineering colleges (Haldia) etc. Some of the training programs that were conducted included important topics applicable to the industry, offices, homes such as working at height, fire fighting, LPG safety etc were conducted.To further encourage the reporting of unsafe acts (STOP observations) and near-miss incidents which are vital for achieving zero incident milestone, the employees/ contractors reporting maximum number of near-misses/ STOP observations were recognized/ rewarded.

Here are the glimpses of NSD celebrations at various divisions: Belgaum

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on N

SD

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Western Region- Projects, Dalot Rajasthan site

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on N

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inners

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Distribution Support Services (DSS)

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petition

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MO - Civil (Distribution sub-station at Arogyanidhi Hospital)

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Tata Power Solar

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Powerlinks Transmission Ltd.

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2. Summer safety tips by Chamundeeswari.T- Executive-safety, Trombay

Exams tension over… schools & colleges are closed… !!!! Summer vacation has started for kids!!!!!

The weather is warmer and summer time activities are right

around the corner. Everyone loves to enjoy the summer holidays

but at the same it is important to keep safety us and children in

mind during this season

What are symptoms for Heat over exposure?

Heavy sweating (But if heat stroke sets in, the body can no longer compensate and stops sweating)

Pale skin

Muscle cramps

Feeling tired and weak

Altered mental status (confusion or disorientation)

Headache

Becoming semi-conscious, or passing out.

Nausea or vomiting

What are the health problems in summer, their causes, symptoms and treatment?

Condition Cause Symptoms Treatment

Heat stroke

The body‟s heat

regulatory

mechanism stops

Headache, dizziness,

delirium, weakness, nausea,

red, hot skin,

unconsciousness

MEDICAL EMERGENCY!!!

Cool shaded area, soak clothing and fan, elevate feet, and massage extremities

Heat

exhaustion

Excessive loss of

salt and water in the

body

Profuse sweating,

headache, rapid pulse,

paleness, weakness,

dizziness, nausea,

unconsciousness, cool

moist skin, tingling

sensation in extremities

Provide water, shade, elevate feet,

monitor seek medical attention

immediately

Heat

cramps

Excessive loss of

salt from the body

Painful cramps of the major

muscle groups (arms, legs

or stomach)

Provide cool water, shade, monitor

Heat rash

Skin irritation

caused by

excessive sweating

in a hot humid

environment

Appears as a cluster of

pimples or small blisters in

neck, groin area; under

breasts & arms; and skin

creases

Baby powder with corn starch, cool

shower, avoids lotions, change

clothes frequently

Sunburn

Due to over

exposure to UV

radiations

Redness of the skin,

blistering, tenderness

Plenty of fluids, aspirin, or other

non-steroidal anti-inflammatory

medications (NSAIDs), apply aloe

Vera and/or vitamin E to reduce

inflammation

Safety Tips for Staying Cool ….

Be aware of the heat. Modify your activities appropriately

Pay attention to your hydration status, and be sure to drink plenty of fluids – water. Adult men requires 3litres and 2.2 for women (Institute of Medicine)

Try to stay in relatively cool areas, even when outside like many public places such as libraries, shopping malls and movie theatres are air conditioned

Avoid hot enclosed places, such as cars. Never leave children unattended in a car parked in the sun

Stay on the lowest floor of your building

Eat well-balanced, light and regular meals

Fruits and healthy vegetables

Wear loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothing

Cover windows that receive a significant amount of sun with drapes or shades to help keep your house cool

Weather stripping and proper insulation will keep cool air inside your home

While driving, use helmet and cooling goggles to prevent dust & excess light falling on eyes

3. Lessons learned

Date : 04th December 2012 Time : 11:40 Hrs Location : Near workshop, Station-A,

Trombay Details : Road Traffic Accident Description: An employee was driving Sumo from station”B” to attend a defect at Jetty. On the way to Jetty, he was required to pick up a staff from Station “A” workshop. While taking left turn to approach station “A” workshop, he observed a person standing at the corner. To avoid hitting the person, he continued straight and applied the brake repeatedly. As per driver‟s statement, brake failed. Vehicle climbed over stacked pipes and hit the Fire water ring-main and came to a halt Driver and co-passenger narrowly escaped

without any injury Damage to fire water ring-main and vehicle Human Factors: 4-1 Improper decision making or lack of judgment – Pressed accelerator instead of brake 4-2 Distracted by other concerns – conversation with co-passenger Physical Factors: 6-7 Defective vehicles – Brake are not working intermittently

System Factors: 7-4 No training provided - Defensive driving training was not given 11-6 Inadequate audit / inspection / monitoring – Maintenance was not carried-out (schedule for preventive maintenance is not available) Recommendations: 1. The defensive driving training shall be given to the employees driving inside the company

premises

2. Detailed vehicle maintenance schedule shall be prepared for all the company vehicles as

per manufacturers recommendations

3. Maintenance shall be done as per schedule

4. Monthly inspections shall be carried-out for all the vehicles including two wheelers

5. A system shall be available to monitor the compliance of speed limit (20 KMPH)

4. Safety training

Awareness session on „First Aid – Life saving

methods‟ at Gadag Wind farm

Session on „Near Miss & incident prevention”

at Poolawadi wind farm

Session on „Near Miss & incident prevention” at Samana wind farm

Self Rescue & Rescue Operation (Class Room & Practical) training at

Poolawadi (TN) Wind Farm

Safety training to the Crane Operators at 30

MW Wind farm Project site- Dalot

Safety talk being administered at 30 MW

Wind farm Project site- Dalot

First-aid training was held for MEPL employees including clients and contractors employees

5. Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of incidents – Feb’13

Human Factors Physical Factors

System Factors

0.0%

5.0%

10.0%

15.0%

20.0%

25.0%

30.0%

35.0%

40.0%

45.0%

50.0%

Mar'12

844

Apr'12

503

May'12

441

Jun'12

469

Jul'12

373

Aug'12

383

Sep'12

393

Oct'12

344

Nov'12

294

Dec'12

323

Jan'13

361

Feb'13

416

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ses

Human Factors Trend

Procedural non compliance No/ improper use of tools or equipment

Not using protective methods Inattention/ Lack of awareness

Total no.of causes

0.0%

10.0%

20.0%

30.0%

40.0%

50.0%

60.0%

Mar'12

357

Apr'12

255

May'12

232

Jun'12

257

Jul'12

224

Aug'12

205

Sep'12

236

Oct'12

186

Nov'12

148

Dec'12

178

Jan'13

193

Feb'13

234

Perc

en

tag

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f C

au

ses

Physical Factors Trend

Inadequate/ defective tools, equipment & vehicle Work exposure to

Workplace environment layout Inadequate/ defective protective system

Total no. of causes

0.0

5.0

10.0

15.0

20.0

25.0

30.0

35.0

40.0

45.0

Mar'12

631

Apr'12

442

May'12

343

Jun'12

402

Jul'12

313

Aug'12

261

Sep'12

260

Oct'12

287

Nov'12

192

Dec'12

234

Jan'13

316

Feb'13

369

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s

System Factors Trend

Physical Capability

Physical Condition

Behavior

Skill Level

Training or Knowledge Transfer

Contractor Selection & OversightManagement / Supervision / Employee LeadershipEngineering / Design

Work Planning

Purchasing, Material Handling & Material ControlTools & Equipment

Work Rules / Policies / Standards / Procedures (PSP)Communication

Mental Stress

Mental State

Note: Insignificantcauses (consistently lessthan 5%) are not shown

Total no. of causes

6. Security Highlights

I. Trombay

06 FEB.2013- An open dialogue with CHRO, Mr. Chetan Tolia conducted at ETD Hall Stn-B, SECURITY Dept. participated in the same to share their views.

08 FEB.2013- A mock drill on Terror attack at Stn-B Unit # 08 Plant area was conducted by FORCE ONE (COMMANDOS) Maharashtra Police at night from 2100hrs to 0300hrs. on 09 Feb 2013.

15 FEB.2013- Mr. CHANDRAKANT HANDORE, MLA, INC, Chembur area visited in the plant and had meeting with Head - Plant. Necessary security & traffic arrangements were made.

19 FEB.2013- Training on Explosive, Sabotage, Behavioral Aspects, FIRE fighting, Safety and First Aid was imparted to security staff of the plant/coal berth/colony at STN – B, ETD HALL. Rewards were given to security staff for the excellence contribution towards security by Col. P B Dalvi Head – Security & Vigilance.

28 FEB.2013- MO area SO meet was held at Trombay. All SO including Hydro, T&D and newly appointed officer Lt. Col. Nitin Sawant (retd) Head - Transmission attended the meeting.

II. T & D Training for Security Guards deployed at Dharavi, Parel, RCF Chembur, Mankhurd, Vikhroli,

Gavanpada, Chunnabhatti, Sewree fort & Pratikshanagar carried out on 15 Feb 2013 from 1100hrs to 1400hrs. Total of 22 personnel of Solaris/UDF /ISS /SDS/Yamini/NSF Security agency were present at Parel during the training session.

III. Hydros Knowledge Fair was held at Khopoli ground on 22nd Feb 2013. Necessary Security and

traffic arrangements were made. E-Security related Technologies were displayed at Knowledge Fair.

Security service provider meeting was held at Khopoli division on 15th March 2013.

IV. CGPL On 1st Feb‟13: Labor Head Count Exercise (LHC) was held wherein all the access locations

like Main gate, Hostel gate, Tunda end wicket gate, Labor colony were covered for the exact manpower strength. A total strength of 1155 at Labor colony and 773 at township were physically checked and counted by security. Entry of the contract manpower without proper entry permit was restricted and the concern contractors were directed for the compliance.

SECURITY CO-ORDINATION MEETING:

Weekly Security co-ordination meeting was held 03 times during this month at war room of CGPL SCR. Meeting was chaired by CMS Capt. VK Dogra (Retd) and joined by all security officers. Security related matters were discussed and the weekly plan was formulated among all members during the visit.

NEW JOINEES We are pleased to welcome Lt Col N Y SAWANT (retd) to Tata Power.

Mr. SAWANT joins us as Head – Security, Transmission from 26th Feb

2013.

We are pleased to welcome Mr. Shishir Singh to Tata Power. Mr. Singh joins us as Head – Security, Tiruldih Project from 05th March 2013.

We invite your feedback on this newsletter. Write to us at safety@tatapower.com