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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION PLAN FOR

GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
SOUTHERN AREA POWER RELIABILITY ENHANCEMENT DETAIL
DESIGN OF
13.8 KV OVERHEAD POWER TRANSMISSION LINE
HARADH AREA, SAUDI ARABIA

Prepared by: FUGRO-SUHAIMI LTD. (FSL)

Issue Status
Issue No.

Date

Prepared By

Approved By

0.0

11 Aug 2014

KJ / NC

SAA

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Table of Contents
Page
1.0 INTRODUCTION
..
3
1.1 Project

Definition
..
3

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF WORK..

and
scope
work.................

1.2 Purpose

of
4

2.0 HEALTH,
SAFETY
AND
ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY
STATEMENT.. 5
3.0 ORGANIZATIONAL
STRUCTURE.. 6
3.1 Rules

and
Responsibilities
.
6
3.2 HSE
Advisor
(HSEA)
.
6
3.3 Project
Manager
(PM)
.. 6
3.4 Safety
and
Health
Officer
..
6
3.5 Site
HSE
Coordinator
.
6

4.0 SITE
COMMUNICATIONS
... 8
5.0 EMERGENCY
MEDICAL
ASSISTANCE
HARADH
..
9
5.1 EMERGENCY

RESPONSE
DUTIES
AND
COMMUNICATIONS
... 9
5.2 Mobilization
Plan
/
Resources
Availability
.
16

6.0 HAZARD
CLASSIFICATION
...
17
7.0 CLASS
A
HAZARDS
...
18
7.1 DRILLING

..
18
7.2 HEAVY
EQUIPMENT

19
7.3 ELECTRICAL
.
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7.4 ENERGIZED

EQUIPMENT.
20
7.5 FIRE
PREVENTION
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20
7.6 WELDING
/
CUTTING
.
20
7.7 UN-AUTHORIZED
SITE
ACCESS

21
7.8 EXCAVATION
..
21

8.0 CLASS BAND C HAZARDS

22

8.1 POWER TOOLS

8.2 CHEMICALS ..
8.3 COMPRESSED AIR EQUIPMENT .
8.4 PPE ..
8.5 WORK PERMIT .

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24
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Project Definition

Geotechnical Investigation Southern Area Power Reliability Enhancement Detail

Design of 13.8 kV Overhead Power Transmission Line Haradh Area, Saudi Arabia

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PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF WORK

1.2 Purpose and Scope of Work
Drilling 875 Nos. borehole to a maximum depth of 6-m depth into soil or
into rock whichever is shallower; and
Performing 875 Nos. electrical resistivity tests.

3-m

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1.3 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Fugro-Suhaimi Ltd that at all times the health and safety of our employees will
be paramount. The prevention of accidents and occupational injuries or illness is of such
importance as to be given precedence over productivity whenever necessary. Under this policy,
we include contractors, temporary workers, and clients representatives working on Company
premises, and on job sites that are under our control. Management seeks to implement this
Policy by providing a healthy and safe working environment to meet the highest standards.
Fugro-Suhaimi Ltd maintains a Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection Management
System (HSE MS) conforming to the best practice of organizations of our type. The System
provides a process for implementation of our stated Policy and compliance with Saudi Arabian
laws and regulations. Only the full cooperation of all concerned can ensure the System will work.
The System is documented in the Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection Manual to
promote awareness of the Safety Policy, safe working practices, and a healthy lifestyle among
our employees and others associated with the Company. It is through the System and its
successful implementation that our good record of health and safety can be maintained.
Fugro-Suhaimi Ltd also recognizes that the environment is a major influence on the health of
people, not least that of our employees, their families, and their descendents. Maintenance of
safety is difficult in a hazardous environment. Environmental protection is therefore an intrinsic
part of our health and safety policy.
Fugro-Suhaimi Ltd is therefore committed, under the Policy, to implementing the following
actions:
to provide safe and healthy working conditions, and to ensure that all company works have
minimal adverse effect upon the health and safety of anyone;
to provide sufficient and appropriate information, training, and instructions to all employees
concerning health and safety issues;
to develop and implement procedures designed to ensure that safe-working practices and
environmental protection are operating effectively and are encouraging healthy and safe
conditions throughout the Company; and
to comply with all applicable Saudi Arabian laws and regulations.
Fugro-Suhaimi Ltd recognizes that responsibility for health and safety is shared along the
following guidelines:
the Management of the Company is responsible for leadership in implementing the System and
for creating a safe and healthy working environment, insofar as possible;
Supervisors are responsible for developing proper attitudes to health and safety in themselves
and in those they supervise, and for ensuring all operations under their control are conducted
with full regard for the health and safety of all personnel, including themselves; and
Employees are responsible for working in the safest way possible and for cooperating fully with
the spirit of the System as well as the safety rules given in the Health, Safety and Environmental
Protection and Employees Safety Handbook.

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1.4 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This section of the Health and Safety Plan describes lines of authority, responsibility, and
communication as they pertain to health and safety functions at this site. The purpose of this
chapter is to identify the personnel who impact the development and implementation of the site
health and safety plan and to describe their roles and responsibilities.
1.5 Roles and Responsibilities
All personnel and visitors on this site must comply with the requirements of this Health and
Safety Plan. The specific responsibilities and authority of management, safety and health, and
other personnel on this site are detailed in the following paragraphs. A site organizational chart
illustrating the hierarchy of personnel and lines of communication within this company and with
additional contractors on site is found in Figure 1-1.
1.6 HSE Advisor (HSE A).
The principle Safety Manager for all FSL projects is Mr. Kamran Jawaid, who is responsible for
the implementation and compiling of FSLs Safety Systems.
1.7 Project Manager (PM)
The Project Manager (PM) for this site is Mr. Ashfaq Andrabi. The PM has responsibility and
authority to direct all work operations. The PM coordinates safety and health functions with the
Safety and Health Officer (SHO), has the authority to oversee and monitor the performance of
the SHO, and bears ultimate responsibility for the proper implementation of this HASP.
The specific duties of the PM are:
Preparing and coordinating the site work plan; providing site supervisor(s) with work
assignments and overseeing their performance; coordinating safety and health efforts with the
SHO; ensuring effective emergency response through coordination with the FSL Laboratory
Manager at Yanbu; serving as primary site liaison with public agencies and officials and site
contractors.
1.8 Safety and Health Officer (SHO)
The Safety and Health Officer (SHO) for this company is Mr. Norman Canedo. The SHO has full
responsibility and authority to develop and implement this HASP and to verify compliance. The
SHO reports to the HSE Manager. The SHO has the authority to halt site work if unsafe
conditions are detected. The specific responsibilities of the SHO are:
Managing the safety and health audits on this site; coordinating with the Project Manager, Site
Supervisor(s), and others as necessary for safety and health efforts.
1.9 Site HSE Coordinator
The Site HSE coordinator for this site is to be decided later on.The HSE coordinator is
responsible for field operations and reports to the Project Manager (PM). The HSE coordinator
ensure the implementation of the HASP requirements and procedures in the field.
The specific responsibilities of the HSE coordinators are:
Executing the work plan and schedule as detailed by the PM; ensuring site monitoring, worker
training, and effective selection and use of PPE; assessing site conditions for unsafe acts and
conditions and providing corrective action; assisting the preparation and review of this HASP;

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maintaining effective safety and health records as described in this HASP; coordination with the
Safety and Health Officer (SHO) at Dammam; ensuring site work compliance with the
requirements of this HASP.
Figure 1-1 Organizational Chart
Organizational chart with lines of authority.

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1.10 SITE COMMUNICATIONS

All the staff will be provided with cell phone for emergency contact .In addition, site personnel are
trained to recognize and use hand signals when visual contact is possible but noise or PPE inhibit
voice communication. These hand signals are listed below
Signal
Thumbs up
Both arms waving upright above head
Arms horizontal and circling out to sides
Clutching throat

Meaning
OK/understood
Need assistance/send support
Situation under control
Out of air/cannot breathe

Emergency Contact Details

FSL DAMMAM HEAD OFFICE

038574200

Dlip G. Lakhani (Division Manager)

Ext.201

0504943876

Kamran Jawaid (HSE-Advisor)

Ext.148

0564050510

Norman Canedo (HSE-Officer)

Ext.149

0555881952

Mukhtar Ahmed (Drilling Manager)

Ext.202

0505855961

Syed Ashfaq Andrabi (Project Manager)

Ext.207

0564052407

Pratish Maheshwari (Project Engineer)

Ext.203

0564050513

Muhammad Ijaz (Drilling Senior Supervisor)

Ext.149

0506857010

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1.11 Emergency Medical Assistance - haradh

The nearest emergency medical assistance within 150 Km selected to support this site is:
Almana General Hospital - Hofuf Building

Al Najah Street
Hofuf Area
50367
Saudi Arabia
City:
City Suffix:
Tel:
Fax:
Region:

Al Ahsa
31982
+966 13-588-7000
+966 13-588-7005
Eastern Province

1.12 EMERGENCY RESPONSE DUTIES AND COMMUNICATIONS

DUTIES OF HSE COORDINATOR
The HSE Coordinator shall contact the nearest hospital and to request medical advice and
evacuation facilities assistance from FSL Head Office in Dammam. He shall also plan a
contingency route to take the casualty to nearest emergency services if available.
The HSE Coordinator shall immediately report to the Project Manager about nature and
type of emergencies and also FSL Drilling Manager in Dammam to get any immediate
assistance that may be required giving the following information:

Name of injured person;

Location, time of illness or injury;

Cause of illness or injury;

Description of illness or injury;

Medical information required;

Any treatment already given;

Preventative action taken;

Present location;

Evacuation method and steps being taken.

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ATTACHMENTS

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Contractor:
JSA
JOB SAFETYANALYSIS

JSA no

Fugro - Suhaimi Ltd

Work Permit:

01

Date:
01 July 2014

Reviewed /
Approved by
SAA

TASK : Drilling Of Boreholes and Electrical Resistivity Tests

Employee Name and Job Title:

Analyst and Date: Kamran Jawaid, 1 July 2014
Kamran Jawaid , HSE Advisor
Division:
Approved By and Date: Syed Ashfaq Andrabi, 1 July 2014
Geotechnical Division
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required Or Recommended: First Aid Kit, Sunscreen, Hard Hats, Gloves, Safety Steel Toed
Shoes With Non-slip Soles, Water Cooler, and Yellow Safety Vest.
MAIN STEPS OF TASK
POTENTIAL HAZARDS
CONTROL ACTIONS NEEDED TO REDUCE RISK
Each step is for a specific part of the task. Identify the hazards relating to each step.
List the controls required to reduce the risk in each
step.
1. Prepare for site visit
Loss in the middle of desert
Prepare listing of emergency phone numbers, both
on and offsite; complete appropriate training before
going on site. Provide appropriate person in office
your itinerary. Familiarize self with site prior to visit.
2. Identify site/activity PPE needs;
Personal injury
Inspect all PPE and equipment and ensure that it is
Check contents of PPE equipment for
working properly and meets all TR guidelines and
complete inventory.
manufacturer specifications.
3. Carrying equipment

Slips, trips, falls, strain

Handle equipment properly

4. Ensure health of employees

Insect/animal born disease

Ensure that First Aid training is current, and

encourage tetanus boosters.
Ensure that environmental hazards training is
completed for field hazards including snake and
other animal hazards

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5. Assess weather conditions to be

encountered during site visit

Heat stroke

Sun burn

Wind burn
Hypothermia
6. Carry and load samples and other
items
7. Equipment lifting

Trip/fall/strain

8. Insure vehicle has been properly

maintained

Vehicle accident
Vehicle wont start at the site

9. Proceed to vehicle/Travel to & from

site

Moving vehicles on road or in parking

areas/traffic hazards

Back injury from improper lifting

Familiarize self with signs of heat related illnesses:

cramps, heat rash, dehydration, heat exhaustion, and
heat stroke. Additionally, review associated weather
guidelines, procedures and training (fluid intake,
sunscreen use, proper clothing, work scheduling etc.)
Keep body protected; wear sunscreen, wide brimmed
hat or hardhat (depending upon PPE needs and FSL
policy).
Wear layered clothing, gloves, hard hat with winter
liner, etc.
During cold weather - layer clothing and wear wind
impervious outerwear; during warm months wear a
long sleeve cotton/breathable fabric shirt and pant.
Use wheelbarrow, hand cart, and employ proper
ergonomics and lifting techniques.
Get help from a coworker to carry and load coolers
and other equipment.
Perform quick vehicle inspection for obvious items
such as tire inflation, windshield wipers, sufficient fuel
to get to destination, observe State guidelines for use
of a state vehicle: make certain procedures regarding
accidents, injuries, vehicular break downs or
roadside emergencies are available in vehicle.
Be attentive when crossing traffic and walking within
parking areas. Map route to site; have area map
available; follow defensive driving practices.

Slip/Trip/Fall

Do not attempt to walk on surfaces suspected of

being slippery due to ice, rain or other conditions

Vehicle contact with fixed or movable

Conduct a walk-around inspection of the vehicle for

fixed or movable objects around and/or behind

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10. Vehicle Operations

objects
vehicle before entering and driving the vehicle.
Vehicle vs. vehicle collisions, vehicle vs. Do not use cell phones when driving. Do not use
fixed object collisions
paper or electronic maps when driving.
The
passenger should act as the navigator and read off
the directions to the driver. The drivers only task is
driving the vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.
Follow posted speed limits.
Vehicle accidents

Vehicle fire

11. Assess site conditions

Severe weather conditions

Wind borne contaminants

Decrease speed in limited sight and rain conditions.

Follow one vehicle length per 10 miles of speed.
Move to the left lane when vehicles are stopped or
workers are present on the right shoulder. Always
use turn signals and makes sure all lamps are in
working order before each trip. Always wear seat
belts. All vehicles must be equipped with a first aid kit
All vehicles must be equipped with a working fire
extinguisher.
Never park a warm engine vehicle in tall grass. Avoid
engine fuel spills.
If weather has changed since leaving the office or
previous site, ensure that proper precautions are
taken before beginning site work. Monitor lightning
detectors and stop work when alarm alerts closer
than 20 miles.
Obtain wind direction information and identify
upwind on site map.

Physical contact hazards

Always wear steel toed safety shoes, safety glasses,

and hard hats.

Fire hazards

Be alert of fire conditions. Do not enter uncontrolled

burning areas. Minimize flammables in and near
vehicle and work area.

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12. Ensure vehicle/equipment/ security on

site

13. Conduct visual inspection of

facility/site layout

Passing Traffic

Be alert, secure area from through traffic with safety

cones, traffic warning signs, use amber colored
strobe lights, and wear site/activity appropriate PPE.
Pull over at least 4 feet on shoulder from white line.
Use parking brake

Theft, vandalism

Always lock vehicle, do not leave valuables in

vehicle, cover/keep from view equipment left in
vehicle.

Contact with fixed or movable objects

Conduct a full walk-around of vehicle and place

orange marker cones behind and/or in front of the
vehicle.

Irritated site owner/neighbors

Be courteous and diplomatic. Identify yourself

immediately. Always wear identification.

Dangerous surroundings

Do not enter site unless accompanied by another

employee or site personnel. Wear safety shoes,
protective eyewear, hearing protection, and hard hat.

Animals (dogs), snakes, stinging

insects, ticks

Identify areas where biological hazards may be

present; wear insect repellant on all exposed skin
surfaces; wear long sleeve shirt and full length pants;
avoid high grass areas if possible; tuck pants leg into
boot; do not put hand/arm into/under an area that
you can not see into/under clearly; do not touch any
suspected contaminant without appropriate hand
PPE; wash hands as soon as possible upon
completion of task.

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Drilling of Boreholes
14. The drilling crew brings pipe from the
rack up to the drilling floor and places
it in the borehole

15. Preparing drilling fluid

16. Starting of Drilling

17. Preparing to break out pipe

Being struck by or caught between tubular Take precaution when lifting pipes
and other objects during movement.
Stand clear of suspended and moving loads
Slip, Trips, and Falls
Wear appropriate PPE including eye and face
Burns , or physical injury caused by
protection
Contact with skins or eyes
Slip , Trips, and Falls

Stand clear of suspended and moving loads

Burns ,or physical injury caused by

Contact with skins or eyes

Wear appropriate PPE including eye and face

protection

Receiving strain and sprains during

Use proper lifting technique
lifting or controlling movement of drill collars,
bit breaker, pipe and tongs

Pinching fingers or other body parts between

Implement effective , safe work procedures for
slip handles and rotary tables
using slips and tongs

18. House Keeping

Electrical Resistivity Test

Slip/ Trip due to scattered drilling debris.

19. Using of AA Size Alkaline Battery for

power supply of electrical resistivity
meter.

Unexpected high voltages to appear

at the current and voltage probes.

Battery leakage.

Presence of toxic gasses in the area.

Follow FSLs SWP & Use proper PPE

Technician should wear rubber protective gloves

(ANSI/ ASTM D120 or equal) while making
connections and use a rubber safety mat
(ANSI/ASTM D178 or equal) while operating the
ERT meter.

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Mobilization Plan / Resources Availability

To carry out the field work, we plan to mobilize the following personnel to the site:

geotechnical supervisor/Geologist

drillers; and

Helpers.

We plan to mobilize the following equipment to the site:

Two drilling rig and the associated water truck;
Tank, drill pipes and miscellaneous tools;
Hand tools;
Electrical Resistivity Test Equipment;
6.0 HAZARD CLASSIFICATION:
Location of Hazard Area has been identified

Potential risk
The definition of Hazard is the possibility of loss and/or injury to people and property.
The following HAZARDS classes have been identified in this project:

Class A Hazards:
A condition or practice likely to cause permanent disability, loss of life or body part and/or extensive loss of structure, equipment or materials.

Class B Hazards:
A condition or practice likely to cause serious injury or illness (resulting in temporary disability) or property damage that is disruptive, but less
severe than Class A

Class C Hazards:
A conditions or practice likely to cause minor (non-disability) injury or illness or non- disruptive property damage.

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The project has been evaluated in terms of the three (3) hazard classes and specific hazards in each class have been identified. A
corrective action is recommended for each hazard.

POTENTIAL RISK
Class A Hazard
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Class B/C Hazards

Drilling
Heavy Equipment
Electrical
Energized Equipment
Fire Prevention
Welding & Cutting
Unauthorized Site
Access
Excavation

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Power tools
Chemicals
Compressed air equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
Work Permit

Class A Hazards:
1.

DRILLING
All courses of actions pertaining to drilling shall be in compliance with Saudi Aramco Construction Safety Manual (SACSM),
section 2 in Part II.
The causes of drilling accidents and losses are any of (but not limited to) the following:

a.
b.
c.
d.
e.

By falls of equipment and persons.

By lifting heavy object hitting personnel.
By hitting with underground utilities.
By inadequate tools & equipment.
By unfavorable weather condition.

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Safety Measures to be taken:

a.
b.

Obtain Work Permits from Saudi Aramco.

Consider the following factors before starting any drilling works.

i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
c.
d.
e.

2.

Size and purpose of drilling

Nature of the site condition including the proximity of made-up land and adjacent structures.
Proximity of land obstruction such as pipes and cables.
Weather conditions.
Traffic site condition.
Method of drilling.

Present drilling plan to include depth of drilling, location, and underground utilities to Saudi Aramco Utilities and
obtain Saudi Aramco Representatives approval on all areas to be drilled.
Erect/install adequate safety warning at all times.
Excess sample materials should not be discarded into the nearby lot but rather it should be dumped to designated
dumping area.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT
Accidents can be caused by workmen actions and/or unanticipated mechanical failure of machinery.
Heavy equipment such as boom rig will be needed during the hoisting of heavy pipe, and the materials used in the work. Where a
mechanical hoisting machine is used for lifting, special procedures outlined in the FUGRO-SUHAIMI HSE manual shall be followed.
Hazards can arise from the following:

A defective lifting device or crane.

Unqualified equipment operator.
Defective lifting accessories, clamp, hooks, sling, etc.

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Non-stable rig positioning.

Non use of personal protection devices, i.e. hard hats, gloves, goggles, safety vest, etc.
Improper rigging.
Improper signaling between the rigger guiding the load and the lifting operator.
Failure to follow heavy lift procedures.

Rig Operators shall be fully conversant in the lifting capacity of rig at various angular positions.

Recommended Action:

Inspection of equipment by Saudi Aramco Oil Company inspection Unit.

Provide warning signs of clearance limit.
Rated load of the machine marked on each side.
Only licensed, qualified persons shall be permitted to operate lifting equipment.
Only trained and qualified riggers shall be allowed to attach slings to loads being lifted.
Special custom designed hook, clamp or other lifting accessories shall be marked with (SWL) safe workload.
Conduct frequent and periodic inspection of lifting of equipment, accessories and slings. Damaged or unsafe accessories and
slings shall be immediately removed from the site. When slings are not in use they shall be stored in location safe from possible
damage or misuse.
While equipment is traveling, hoisting or lowering is not allowed.

Carrying people on the load is prohibited.

Machines are not to be refueled with engines running.
Fire extinguisher shall keep in the vicinity of the equipment performing the lift.
Barricade
the
area
during
lifting
operation
and
redirect traffic/personnel.
Post back-up spotter for all heavy equipment.
Instruct operations of heavy equipment not to operate equipment with workers in the immediate area
Operators must be certified and have valid Saudi Government license.
360 degree clear view required for all vehicles. Heavy equipment operator sunshades obstructing clear view are
prohibited.
Regular inspection for hydraulic leaks, breakage, tires, slings, etc

Post signs Danger-Keep Away in Arabic and English.

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3.

Provide designated parking area in and around job site.

Remove keys and/or disconnect battery cables, ensure, equipment is correctly parked, e.g. crane booms lowered, parking
brakes applied.
Provide escort when moving.
Lifting operation of heavy equipment/structure such as structural steel, Unistruts, etc. shall be witnessed by Project Inspection
and Loss Prevention representatives, as required.
Survey site for utility hazards such as overhead wire, and develop special operating procedures for working in their vicinity.

ELECTRICAL:
b.

Portable Electrical Equipment and Flexible Cords:

Distribution and electrical power on construction site is different from permanent installations. Hazards will arise when:

Unqualified electricians carry out electrical work.

Defective electrical equipment is used.
Electrical equipment is not grounded.
Electric circuits have no ground Faults Interrupter (GFI) breakers.
220 Volts outlets are used.
Damaged cord or plugs are used.

Recommended Action:

Ensure that only qualified electrician use electrical equipment.

Inspect electrical equipment and tool that will be used, remove any damaged ones from site.
Regularly check grounds faults circuit interrupters.
Check for use of grounds fault circuit interrupters (GFIs).
All receptacle outlets should be 120 volts single-phase 15 and 20 amps.
Visually inspect portable cords, plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets for damage.

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4.

ENERGIZED EQUIPMENT
Hazards can be arises as a result of unexpected release of energy in the isolated equipment. Power disconnection/Isolation
shall be in accordance with
G.I. 6.012 Isolation Lockout and Hold Tags.

Safety Measure to be Taken:

a.
b.
c.
d.

Lockout / Tag out system shall be used when maintaining the electrical equipment.
After isolation or power disconnection, residual energy in the system must be removed before work begins.
Prior to commencing work on energized equipment, isolating locations and type of isolating devices shall be identified.
Each lock on a piece of equipment must have a tag indicating the date and time of lockout, name, badge number of lock
installer and the reason for the locks installation.
Hold Tag shall not be removed without the approval of the electrical supervisor.

e.
5.

FIRE PREVENTION:
Danger of fire represents one of the serious hazards to life and property on a construction site. Potential fire hazards result from the
following conditions:
-

Storage of flammable or combustible materials on the site.

Fuel and oil leakage equipment.
Failure to enforce no smoking rules.
Poor housekeeping which allows combustible debris to buildup in the building or on the site.
Improperly installed or poorly maintained temporary electrical systems.
Poor welding & cutting procedures.
Poor ventilation when using substances which generate flammable gasses or sprays.

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Failure to provide adequate firefighting equipment on the site and failure to train workers in proper steps to take if
a fire is started.

Recommended Action:
The following actions will be implemented to minimize fire hazards:

A plan shall be developed and approved to provide for safe storage of flammable and combustible materials on the site.
Equipment shall be stored in areas where fuel and oil leakage will not present a hazard to material storage areas or
the construction area. Fuelling operations must not take place in construction or storage areas.
No smoking rules shall be strictly enforced. A designated smoking area shall be provided away from the construction or
material storage areas.
Trash and debris shall be removed from the site on a daily basis.
Temporary electrical cables and equipment shall be inspected regularly by a qualified electrician and any damages
repaired immediately.
Fire watch procedures shall be used during all welding and cutting operations.
Adequate ventilation shall be provided by fans or other means whenever flammable gases or sprays are generated in
enclosed areas.
Fire extinguishers and water barrels shall be available at all times on the site. Placement of firefighting equipment on the
site shall be according to the location of the various fire hazards present and in accordance with a plan approved by
loss Prevention. Fire extinguisher shall be regularly checked for pressure and kept in working order. Water barrels shall
be kept filled. All workmen and supervisors are to be trained in what measures they can safety take to deal with a
fire on the site before regular firemen are needed.
Routine inspection shall be made at the end of each working day to ensure that everything is left in safe and secured
manner.

6.

WELDING AND CUTTING:

On-site welding and cutting will be required in case slight repair of mechanical part is needed during various phases of geotechnical
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molten slag, ultraviolet rays, open flames, hot electrodes and electric shock. These hazards are increased if defective or improperly
used.

Recommended Action:
The following actions will be implemented to minimize any welding and cutting hazards:

Grease and oil must never be used near oxygen.

Acetylene cylinders shall be stored, handled and used in vertical position/
SAUDI ARAMCO color coding of cylinders should be recognized by
welders and other workers.
Protection from temperature extremes.
Store oxidizers away from flammable cylinders.
Provide warning signs.
All welding equipment shall be examined immediately before use and regularly maintained.
All welding and cutting equipment shall be of SAUDI ARAMCO approved type and operated in accordance with
the latest SAUDI ARAMCO industry safety procedures.
Prohibit smoking or other sources of fire near welding or cutting equipment.
Provide fire extinguisher with each welding or cutting equipment set
Provide a standby man for fire watch during welding or cutting operations.
Oxygen and acetylene cylinders shall be stored at least 20 ft apart unless separated in a storage shed, by a barrier with
one hour fire rating.
Compressed gas cylinders shall be secured in the upright positions at all times.
Non-current carrying metal part of welding machines shall be grounded.

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7.

UNAUTHORIZED SITE ACCESS:

Access to the site by unauthorized personnel greatly increases the chance of serious injury on the site to an authorized visitor who may
be unaware of the dangers and not know what precautions are necessary. Workers on the site may become distracted from their
work by the presence of the unauthorized visitor and may become involved in an accident. Access to the site shall be controlled as
follows.

Place a full time guard on the site controlling the entrance gate, with instructions not to allow anyone on the site
without gaining permission to enter from the site office.
If there is more than one gate for the site. Visitors should be reminded to check out when leaving the site.
All visitors to the site shall be accompanied by someone knowledgeable of the specific hazards that they may be exposed
to.
Enforce requirements that visitors wear hard hats, safety shoes, and other clothing appropriate for the site conditions.

8.

EXCAVATION
Accidents can occur for excavations which are not shored or doesnt have any support. Any man-made depression in the earths
surface should be shored & supported, sloped or benched to prevent the sidewall to collapse.

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Unsafe excavation has caused many unexpected accidents at our work sites including shutting down equipment process unit,
damage to equipment, personal injury and fatality. Potential Hazards include the following:

Cave-in of the sidewall.

Build-up of toxic or flammable atmosphere.
Accidental contact with underground utilities
Falling into the excavation

Recommended Action:

All excavation must be sloped or benched in case the depth of excavation exceeds 1.2m deep.
Install traffic signs & barricades to warn commuters and other workers.
Install flares, lanterns or flashing warning lights to clear mark the entire excavation at night.
Cover the pit if possible before leaving the project site.
Assign flagman as standby man whenever possible to ward off other workers from excavation.
Let the Gas testing be performed if it is necessary prior to enter the excavated area.
Assign a standby man when workers are working in the pit if it is more than 1.2m deep.
Excavation must be backfilled if it is no longer needed.
Shoring is discouraged due to time consuming and costly activity with more hazards than sloped or benched method.

Class (B/C) Hazards:

1.

POWER TOOLS:
Power tools allow many jobs to be carried out more efficiently and with greater speed and accuracy. Hazards will arise when
unskilled and untrained labors are allowed to operate power tools. Usage of power tools should be in compliance with Saudi
Aramco Construction Safety Manual (SACSM), section 10 in Part II.

Recommended Action:

Only those persons who are qualified are allowed to use power tools.
Foreman of the trade shall make sure that these craftsmen utilize tools in a safety manner.
All electrically operated tools shall be rated and used at a voltage not exceeding 125 volts.
Before any electrical tools are used, a careful check shall be made by the supervisor to ensure that the supply voltage is within
the range on the ID/equipment plate. All electrical circuits shall be protected by (GFI).

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2.

All operators shall use eye, head, or ear and hand protection.
Do not leave tools or equipment on the job site after work hours. Return to store yard or provide lock boxes.
All power hand tools shall be property grounded and be of the double insulated type.

CHEMICALS
Chemical substance is a source of health hazards because of their harmful content. Handling of chemical shall be in accordance
with FUGRO-SUHAIMI HSE manual on page 19 of 20. Hazards can arise from the following:

a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.

Inhalation of chemical vapors and gas that acid generate.

Harm to skin.
Harm to the eyes.
Slip cause by spilled material.
Bad housekeeping of material and equipment during application.
Fire hazard from flammable substances.

Safety Measure to be Taken:

a.
b.
c.

Use of acid proof apron to protect body in case of acid spill.

Use of proper moth, nose and eye protection devices during application.
Use a respirator with filters recommended for the product that is being applied.

d.

The respirators shall be used by a trained user which they have medical fit for using the respirator and have been fit-tested
for proper seal of face-to-respirator rubber.

e.

Ensure that proper ventilation is continuously maintained.

f.

Use of hand/skin protection during handling and application.

g.

Maintain good housekeeping.

h.

Quick removal of spilled material and the use of warning signs in such cases.

i.

Ensure that clear water available close by when working with acid to wash eyes in case of acid spill.

j.

Both material and application equipment shall be stored properly in suitable temperature storage.

k.

Keep fire extinguisher nearby when using materials, which have a low flash point.

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l.
3.

Storage of acid in proof containers and proper sealing prior to transportation must be checked thoroughly.

COMPRESSED AIR EQUIPMENT

The mechanical failure of noisy compressed equipment or associated accessories, i.e. air supply hoses can cause minor or
major injury. Therefore, certain safety precautions have to be taken to eliminate this type of hazard:

Recommended Action:

Ensure that operator uses earplugs and other required personal protection devices.

Continuously visual inspection and check of the equipment and accessories, especially the air supply hose. Damaged hose
shall not be used.

Air hoses must be positively secured at connection points when in use.

Ensure that air compressors are monitored by another person to continuously observe the pressure of the supplied air and that
pressure relief valves are functioning properly.

4.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Personal Protective Equipment is required in most major course of operation. This will require reducing an employee from
exposure to hazards. When it has been decided that personal protective equipment is required, then a proper implementation
must take place to choose what type of equipment is required and that a supervising personnel must ensure that his people
is knowledgeable to the use and proper care of his equipment.

Recommended Action:

Protective equipment such as clothing, helmets, goggles, or other garment designed to protect the wearers body from injury by
sudden impacts, electrical hazards, heat, chemicals, and infections.

Safety personnel must be strict in implementing the use of PPE to its people and a daily check up before start of work shall be
enforced.

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5.

WORK PERMIT
Work Permit procedure incorporates procedures that are common in industrial facilities and a proper communication and
guidelines take place. In this manner, hazards are being controlled.

Recommended Action

Before the start of work, especially in industrial area, work permit must be accomplished and filled.

Security offices are commonly in charge for the issuance of work permit.

Guidelines and precautionary measure must take place in order to acquire work permit.