Manual Unique Group HSE

ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY MANUAL
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QMS Reference
QMS-ACT-PMC-MAN-EHS-R2
Document number
ABC-ACT-PMC-MAN-EHS
Document title
Environmental, Health & Safety Manual
Document purpose
Issued for Tenders & Construction
Document status
Approved
No. of pages (including this page)
66
Revision Control
Rev. no.
R0
Prepared by
Manish
Sachdeva
Approved by
Arindam
Mukherjee
Effective from
Effective to
16-Aug-12
Revision History
R0
Aug 12
Copyright
The copyright of this document is vested with Archetype (India) and this document in whole
or in part may not be reproduced without the written/expressed consent of Archetype
(India).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.
GENERAL PROVISIONS ......................................................................................... 5
2.
ELEMENTS OF CONSTRUCTION SAFETY .................................................................. 7
3.
SAFETY ORGANISATION ....................................................................................... 9
4.
SAFETY COMMITTEE ........................................................................................... 10
5.
SAFETY INDUCTION AND TRAINING ..................................................................... 11
6.
COMMUNICATION & MEETINGS ........................................................................... 12
7.
SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND REPORTS ................................................................... 13
8.
WORK PERMITS ................................................................................................. 14
9.
PERSONNEL PROTECTION ................................................................................... 14
10.
ACCIDENT PREVENTION, REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION ................................. 15
11.
ACCIDENT STATISTICS .................................................................................... 17
12.
HOUSEKEEPING AND SANITATION .................................................................... 18
13.
PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENT ....................................................................... 19
14.
FIRST AID AND EMERGENCIES ......................................................................... 20
15.
SAFETY VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES ............................................................... 22
16.
IDENTIFYING HAZARDS, ASSESSING AND CONTROLLING RISKS .......................... 25
17.
WORK SAFETY ANALYSIS ................................................................................. 26
18.
WORK IN CONFINED SPACES ........................................................................... 27
19.
MOTOR VEHICLES, TRANSPORTATION & ROAD SAFETY ....................................... 27
20.
HEIGHT SAFETY .............................................................................................. 29
21.
LADDERS ....................................................................................................... 30
22.
SCAFFOLDING ................................................................................................ 30
23.
CRANES, HOISTS AND LOAD SHIFTING EQUIPMENT............................................ 32
24.
BARRICADES .................................................................................................. 34
25.
EXCAVATION AND SHORING ............................................................................ 35
26.
HANDLING AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS.......................................................... 36
27.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY........................................................................................ 39
28.
CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION ............................................................................. 40
29.
MASONARY WORKS ......................................................................................... 42
30.
HEALTH & HYGIENE STANDARDS ...................................................................... 42
ABC-ACT-PMC-MAN-EHS-R0
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FORMAT 1: SAFETY INDUCTION / TRAINING ............................................................... 47

FORMAT 2: WORK SAFETY & RISK ANALYSIS WORK SHEET ........................................... 47
FORMAT 3: HOT WORK PERMIT.................................................................................. 47
FORMAT 4: HEIGHT WORK PERMIT............................................................................. 47
FORMAT 5: NIGHT WORK PERMIT .............................................................................. 47
FORMAT 6: NEAR MISS INCIDENT REPORT .................................................................. 47
FORMAT 7: ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT .......................................................... 47
FORMAT 8: SCAFFLODING INSPECTION CHECK LIST .................................................... 47
FORMAT 9: COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER INSPECTION CHECKLIST................................ 47
FORMAT 10: CRANE & HYDRA CHECK LIST .................................................................. 47
FORMAT 11: LIFTING TOOLS AND TACKLES CHECK LIST............................................... 47
FORMAT 12: TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTION CHECK LIST .................................... 47
FORMAT 13; SAFETY IMPROVENT NOTICE ................................................................... 47
FORMAT 14: MONTHLY SAFETY AUDIT CHECK LIST ...................................................... 47
FORMAT 15: MONTHLY SAFETY REPORT ...................................................................... 47
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PART 1
GENERAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
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1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. Introduction
It is the objective of Archetype as Project management consultant that the
Contract is completed on time, within budget, and to conforming standards of
Health and Safety. This manual has system wide application, and therefore not all
of the sections will apply to all Contractors. Each Contractor shall develop his own
contract specific Site Safety Plan, which will represent his approach to the
management of safety on his work.
It is the Contractual obligation of the Contractor at his own cost to fulfill the
requirement as mentioned in this manual applicable to the works as defined in
Special Conditions of Contract. This manual shall always be read in conjunction
with the General & Special conditions of Contract. In case of any
contradiction/ambiguity with General conditions of Contract, the interpretation of
the clauses of this manual shall prevail but shall be limited to Environment, Health
and Safety only. In interpreting the matters related to Environment, Health &
Safety, the following order of decreasing importance shall be followed:
a. Special Conditions of Contract
b. General Conditions of Contract
c. EHS Manual
Matters not covered in the above as a whole shall be covered by the relevant
Indian Standard Codes. If such codes on a particular subject have not been
framed, the decision of the Project Manager shall be final.
1.2. Purpose
The purpose of this safety manual is to provide all contractors, a common set of
basic safety requirements applicable to the construction site regardless its size.
The information in this manual deals with a variety of hazards that have the
potential to produce the highest level of risk. Appropriate safety measures are
suggested to control the hazards and minimize the risk. It is each Contractors
responsibility that they employs a well qualified (with relevant qualifications) and
experienced Safety in Charge responsible for implementing and continuously
communicating and driving the procedures throughout the labor force.
1.3. Scope
The scope of this Safety & Health Procedures applies to all contractor and its
subcontractor employees and to all construction and maintenance activities on the
job site. This manual provides relevant information and procedures to assist the
Contractor to ensure that his employees and sub contractors work within a safetyconscious and safety-regulated environment. Compliance with the procedures set
out in this manual shall not relieve the Contractor of any of his Statutory Duties or
his responsibilities under the Contract.
1.4. Selection of sub contractor
The main contractor shall select sub contractors, using the same criteria of
practical safety policy. Again, it must be ensured that the terms of contract
include adequate provision for safe working practices & for specified safety and
health items. For all works carried out by sub contractors the responsibility of
ensuring the required HSE lies with the main contractor only.
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1.5. Standards and References

The Contractor and all Subcontractors are to comply with the Archetype rules and
procedures, the national legislation and codes and in particular the following
standards:
a.
IS: 3696 (Part I) -1987
b.
IS: 3696 (Part II)-1991
c.
d.
IS: 3764-1992
IS: 4014-(Part I) -1967
e.
IS: 4081-1986
f.
IS: 4082-1996
g.
IS: 4130-1976
Safety code for demolition of building (first

revision)
h.
i.
IS: 4138-1977
IS: 4912-1978
Safety code for working in compressed air

Safety requirements for floor and wall openings,
railings and toe boards (first revision)
j.
k.
IS: 5121-1969
IS: 5916-1970
Safety code for piling and other deep foundations

Safety code for constructions involving use of hot
bituminous materials
l.
IS: 7205-1974
m. IS: 7293-1974
Safety code for erection of structural steel work

Safety code for working with construction
machinery
n.
IS: 7969-1975
o.
IS: 8989-1978
p.
IS: 10302-1982
Safety code for handling and storage of building

materials
Safety code for erection of concrete framed
structures
Unified Nomenclature of Workmen for Civil
Engineering
q.
IS: 13415-1992
Protective Barriers in and Around Buildings Code of Safety
r.
IS: 13416-1992 Part 1
s.
IS: 13416-1992 Part 2
Recommendations for preventive measures

against hazards at workplaces Part 1 - Falling
material hazards prevention
against hazards at
workplaces Part 2 - Fall
prevention
t.
IS: 13416-1994 Part 3

against hazards at workplaces Part 3 - Disposal
of debris
u.
IS: 13416-1994 Part 4

against hazards at workplaces Part 4 - Timber
structure
Safety code for scaffolds and ladders: Part I

Scaffolds
Safety code for scaffolds and ladders: Part II
Ladders
Safety code for excavation work
Code of Practice for Steel Tubular Scaffolding
Safety code for blasting and related drilling
operations
Recommendations on stacking and storage of
construction materials at site (first revision)
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v.
IS: 13416-1994 Part 5

against hazards at workplaces Part 5 - Fire
protection
2. ELEMENTS OF CONSTRUCTION SAFETY

2.1. Contractors basic responsibility
The main contractor is responsible for identifying all site safety issues and
providing and maintaining the proper systems to ensure the safety of workers,
visitors and the public. This includes establishing, prior to commencing work on a
site, systems and processes for:
a. Safe access and egress.
b. Site safety needs and amenities.
c. Site conditions and security.
d. Site safety inductions.
e. Provide and maintain plant and equipment that is safe to use.
f.
Safety signs and notices.
g. Records, registers and forms.

h. Health and safety consultative arrangements.
i.
Lists of contacts on site e.g. Foreman, first aid etc.
j.
Emergency procedures.
k. Provide adequate information on hazards, as well as instruction, training

and supervision to help you do your work safely.
l.
Provide personal protective equipment appropriate for the job.
m. Provide adequate welfare facilities such as amenities and first aid.

n. Provide their Sub-Contractors and their employees with information,
instruction, training and supervision to enable them to work in a safe
manner;
All Contractors and Sub-contractors shall ensure that an adequate level of
competent supervision is maintained at the workplace at all times with all
supervisory staff having the relevant knowledge, training, and experience to
enable them to supervise the work in a proper manner. The main contractor, or a
safety in charge appointed by the main contractor, is responsible for making sure
that these measures are applied correctly to safeguard all site operations.
2.2. Site Rule and Discipline:
All employees and workers are expected to maintain an acceptable standard of
behaviour while at work and to treat other co-workers with respect. In particular,
unacceptable behaviour that will not be tolerated includes:
a. Taking or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
b. Engaging in violence of any kind.
c. Bullying, pranks or horseplay
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d. Racial vilification.
Any major breaches of the Site Safety Plan, relevant Statutory Provisions and
Safety Codes, or any other blatant disregard for the health and safety by any
person directly or indirectly associated with the works may result in the ACT
exercising their authority in requiring the removal from the Site of required
personnel.
2.3. Planning and Coordination
The main contractor shall be totally responsible for planning, performance and for
compliance with this health and safety code. ACT / Client have the responsibility
for reviewing the plan and monitoring a contractors performance. Main contractor
should fully understand their individual responsibilities during the planning,
performance, and completion stages of the work. ACT may notify the contractor
where the health and safety requirements are not being met, but it is the
responsibility of a contractor to communicate the steps that should be taken to
correct the deficiencies to a contractors employees.
2.4. Monitoring
Arrangements must be made for safety and health monitoring at site on a regular
basis. Along with ensuring the safety issues associated with working at heights,
excavations, working with energy sources, etc, environmental matters such as
hazardous dust, fumes, noise etc also to be considered for monitoring. In all
cases, the contractors Site-In-charge shall ensure that daily site inspections are
carried out by the contractors Safety Officer.
2.5. Records
The main contractor shall maintain all records which includes but not limited to
statutory notifications, examinations and inspection details of vehicles, details of
man power, incident reports, safety statistics etc.
2.6. Non Compliance with Safety and Health Provisions
All non compliance of EHS provisions on site will lead up to the stoppage of work
of particular activity or for an entire area till such time that contractor will carry
out all rectification up to the satisfaction of ACT. Any consequences like delay in
schedule, cost arising due to this stoppage will be entirely the responsibility of the
contractor.
2.7. Disciplinary action
Noncompliance of the Safety and Health Provisions will result in disciplinary action
as per the procedure below:
a. 1st time violation: Written warning
b. 2nd time violation: Penalty
c. 3rd time violation: Removal from site
In the event of the offender bringing himself/herself or others in direct life
threatening situation or where he/she creates a large material damage, it will
result in immediate removal from site. Repeated violations by a contracting
company shall lead to termination of contract and removal of contracting firm
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from the job site. Any losses incurred by the contracting company, whatsoever,
shall be the responsibility of contracting company.
3. SAFETY ORGANISATION
The main contractor shall appoint designated person to direct and co-ordinate job
site safety program. This person should be a full time, technically qualified safety
officer and must have received formal training in Health and Safety. In addition,
the contracting company shall also appoint required number of safety
stewards/supervisors, as per prevailing Laws and regulations. The responsibility of
ensuring the safety system of sub contractors also lies with the main contractor.
The duties and responsibilities of contractors safety manager should be clearly
defined at the outset, which will include managing the company health and safety
program in order to achieve an accident free environment.
Contractors safety organization can be structured as follows.
a. Contractors Project Manager: For establishing the safety policy and overall
administration of the Safety Program.
b. Safety Manager & safety stewards: For developing, managing and directly
enforcing the Safety Program
c. Field Engineers & Foremen: For assisting the Safety Manager in ensuring
compliance with the Safety Program.
d. Employees & Labour:
respects.
For complying with the Safety Program in all
3.1. Duties of contractors Project Manager.

a. Establish the safety policy and foster safety awareness within all
employees.
b. Assist Safety Manager in the implementation of the Safety Program.
c. Ensure all necessary resources are made available to the Safety Managers.
d. Investigate all safety violations and direct corrective measures.
3.2. Duties of contractors Safety Manager.
The precise duties of the manager responsible for health and safety will be
determined by the contractor/ contracting company concerned and the following
should only be taken as a minimum guideline. In general the duties shall include:
a. To manage the company Health and Safety program.
b. To make recommendations on matters concerning health and safety in
order to achieve the companys health and safety objectives.
c. To inspect all or part of the premises daily to ensure the program is being
complied with and for potential hazards
d. To prepare Pre task plans and make necessary modifications till they are
accepted by Project Manager
e. To arrange adequate materials and publicity for the Health and Safety
Program
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f.
To conduct appropriate job related health and safety training for all new
and existing staff whether temporary or permanent. Any job change should
be accompanied by relevant retraining.
g. To properly investigate all accidents, damage to property and near miss

incidents and make sure that any corrective action is implemented
h. To maintain accident records and make a weekly inspection of first aid
records and implement any necessary subsequent action
i.
To prepare weekly summaries of injury/damage and inspection reports for

senior management
j.
To ensure that all fire equipment is regularly inspected and serviced.
k. To ensure the provision of safe tools, equipments and protective clothing

where appropriate, and their safe use.
3.3. Duties of contractors Site Engineers and supervisors
a. Assist the Safety manager in conducting weekly tool box meetings.
b. Conduct daily pre-work safety briefs, with the labour crew, on accident
preventive measures.
c. Enforce compliance, within his area of operation, with all the safety
standards prescribed within the Safety Guidelines.
d. Enforce the use of protective equipment.
e. Inspect all equipment and tools for sound condition.
f.
Report all accidents and safety violations and enforce corrective action.
g. Continuously inspect work area for unsafe conditions or unsafe practices.

3.4. Duties of Contractors Employees & Labour
a. Shall perform their work in a safe manner for prevention of accidents to
themselves, fellow workers, the general public and property of all
concerned.
b. Shall attend the tool box meetings.
c. Shall alert their foremen of any hazards, unsafe acts and any accident
immediately
4. SAFETY COMMITTEE
A safety committee is one of the best methods of obtaining employee involvement
in safety. It provides a formal means of discussing and resolving health and safety
issues. The committee should have formal status and its members shall include;
a. Archetype Project Manager/and Safety representative.
b. Owners Safety representative.
c. Contractors safety representative.
d. Subcontractors safety representatives.
e. Head Site security.
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f.
Fire officer.
g. Any other members the management may decide to include.

4.1. Objectives of Safety Committees:
The prime objective of a safety committee is to promote co-operation between
employers and employees in order to investigate, develop and carry out measures
designed to ensure the health and safety at work of the companys employees,
non-employees and other project participants on job site.
4.2. Functions of Department Safety Committees:
The key functions of a departmental safety committee shall include;
a. To report on unsafe or unhealthy conditions together
recommendations which can then be made to management.
with
b. Examining safety audits relating to their area.

c. Considering reports comments and suggestions of safety representatives.
d. Giving assistance in the development of safety rules/ systems of work.
e. Commenting on the effectiveness of the safety content of staff training
program.
f.
Commenting on the adequacy of health and safety.
g. Communications in the workplace including on-the-job safety meetings.

h. Co-operating with management in carrying out regular safety inspection of
departmental areas and reporting the results of these inspections to the
main safety committee.
The safety committees can only assist Management in taking decisions; they
cannot substitute for Management. Management must still take overall
responsibility for executive action with a view to ensuring that health and safety
arrangements are checked regularly and that the health and safety policy as a
whole is being implemented properly.
The safety committee shall conduct weekly/fortnightly meetings and the minutes
shall be circulated to the management.
5. SAFETY INDUCTION AND TRAINING

The Contractor shall ensure that all the employees are suitably trained in the
proper work procedures and health and safety regulations pertaining to their
duties. New personnel assigned to the site will receive orientation training.
5.1. Objectives of Safety Induction and Training
Contractor must communicate with workers so that they understand that health
and safety is considered an important part of the work process, and they are
aware of how to do their jobs safely. Well trained and competent workers not only
perform their jobs safely, but are more productive. This includes training in the
use of plant, equipment and substances, and in work practices including safe work
method statements and job safety analyses.
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5.2. Site Specific Induction

It is an introduction to the site to inform workers about site rules and safety
procedures, making sure they understand them before commencing work, rather
than relying on them to pick it up as they go along. The initial site specific
induction should be followed by on-going safety and training to help employees
work safely and efficiently.
Site specific induction shall cover the following.
a. Site safety rules, policies.
b. Site amenities and welfare.
c. Emergency procedures, site specific hazards and control measures.
d. How safety issues and disputes are resolved.
e. How to report hazards or unsafe work practices, accidents, incidents and
dangerous occurrence.
f.
First aid procedures and steps to be followed if anyone is injured.
Records of the training should be maintained by contractor and made available to

ACT.
ACT will periodically review contractors training records to verify the proper
training is being conducted. Contractor should periodically review the training
schedules and materials to verify they are current.
6. COMMUNICATION & MEETINGS

A site communication chart will be produced by the Contractor and updated
regularly indicating specific areas of responsibility with staff names and mobile
numbers. This chart shall list all subcontracts names and numbers also.
The Contractor shall install bi-lingual safety signs around the site which will
include illustrated signs instructing its workforce to wear safety helmets, proper
footwear, eye protection, and other safety equipment. Signage will also be
provided to identify entrances, access routes for heavy equipment, safety hazards,
first aid locations and emergency plan and emergency contact information.
6.1. Bi Weekly management Safety meeting.
These meetings are to be held with all contractors with ACT safety
engineer/Project manager to review any safety violation, accidents, near misses,
safety audits and any other safety specific topics.
6.2. Weekly Tool box meetings
A weekly ' Tool box ' safety meeting on the first day of the week shall be held by
the concerned discipline supervisor / foreman with the work-force under their
control.
Proposed topics under tool box meeting are:
a. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
b. Safety in use of Hand Tools;
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c. Safety in use of Portable Electrical Tools;

d. Safety while welding /gas cutting operation;
e. Safety in Scaffold Erecting & Dismantling;
f.
Safety while Working at Height;
g. House keeping & Fire Prevention;

h. Safety while Material Handling;
i.
Safety while Grinding Operation;
j.
Safety in working in Confined spaces
k. Emergency Response procedure

In addition to this meeting an extra ' Tool box ' talk shall be given by the concern
supervisor, prior to start of every new activity..
6.3. Emergency Safety Meeting
Emergency safety meetings will be called by the Contractor in response to a stop
work notice issuance or a major accident. Attendance is mandatory for ACT,
Contractor Project Manager, Contractor safety personals and all levels of
subcontractors involved. The purpose of the meeting will be to identify root causes
and formulate an action plan for prevention. This meeting must be successfully
completed before work may begin. The place, time for the meeting will be
arranged by ACT.
7. SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND REPORTS

7.1. Daily Safety inspection
During the construction phase, Safety In-Charge of the Contractor along with the
discipline Supervisor shall carryout inspection of work site daily to ascertain
whether the implementation of various procedures have been carried out as per
plan or not. The deficiencies observed during the inspection shall be rectified by
the concerned discipline supervisor / foreman.
It is the responsibility of all supervisors to regularly observe project sites, work
areas, tools, and equipment daily, and take all appropriate actions necessary to
eliminate or control any hazards that are identified
The Project Manager of Contractor and of Archetype shall make scheduled and
surprise inspections. The results of his inspection will be discussed with the project
management and supervisory staff immediately following the inspection.
Supervisors will take immediate action to eliminate, correct, or control the hazard,
or ensure that project management has taken such action
7.2. Weekly Safety Walk around
A weekly safety walk around will be conducted by ACT and Contractors Safety
Manager over the site to inspect the safety standard maintaining by the contractor
and sub contractors including the standard of housekeeping. Attendance by the
Safety Representatives, field engineers, trade superintendents and foremen for
each site will be mandatory. Any safety violations or accidents will be reviewed
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and corrective action initiated. Potential safety hazards will be analyzed for
enforcing preventive measures. Corrective actions and instruction on the Audit
report to be implemented within the time frame by the contractor.
7.3. Contractors Monthly Safety Report
The Contractor shall submit a monthly safety report to ACT within seven days of
the end of each month for review and record. The report will include a summary
of the safety related activities during the month and detail the following
information:
a. Total Number of Site Employees
b. Total Number of safety personnel (in the chart form)
c. Man-hours Expended
d. Lost Time Accidents & Reports
e. Monthly Accident/Near Miss/Incident Statistical Analysis
f.
Medical Treatment Cases & Monitoring/First Aid Cases
g. Equipment Inspection Reports

h. Scaffold Monthly Inspection Reports
i.
Tower Crane Monthly Inspection Reports
j.
Hazardous Materials Report
k. Record of Workers Attending Safety Induction Training

l.
Training Activities & Reports
m. Safety Audit/Inspection Reports

n. Minutes of Toolbox Meetings
o. Record of Disciplinary Actions Related to SHE Program
p. Property Damage Report
q. Amendments/Revisions to the SHE Guidelines.
8. WORK PERMITS
The Contractor shall obtain a permit-to-work from ACT, which is a formal written
system used to control certain types of work that are potentially hazardous. A
permit-to-work is a document, which specifies the work to be done, and the
precautions to be taken. Permits-to-work form an essential part of safe systems of
work for many construction activities. They allow work to start only after safe
procedures have been defined and they provide a clear record that all foreseeable
hazards have been considered.
9. PERSONNEL PROTECTION
The Contractor and Sub-Contractor are responsible for the provision of
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for themselves and their
employees. PPE is to be appropriate for the particular hazard to which the person
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is exposed and shall comply with current statutory or Indian/any other applicable
Standards specifications. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the PPE
provided to their employees is used when required.
a. Safety shoes, safety helmets and fluorescent jacket to be worn by all
employees and workers at all time in work site.
b. Safety glasses or goggles are compulsory in designated eye protection
areas and when using power or machine tools and pressure equipment.
Face shields should be worn when handling acids and chemicals. Suitable
welding goggles must be worn for gas welding and cutting. Welding
helmets to be worn for electric arc welding. Use welding screens to protect
the eyes of other persons from welding flashes.
c. Ear-plugs/ear-muffs must be worn in designated areas and wherever high
noise levels are present e.g. Jackhammers, grinders, explosive-powered
tools, pile driving.
d. Suitable face masks shall be supplied for use by workers during painting
work.
e. Other - Specific jobs may cause the need for other personal protective
equipment. When this occurs, the employee is expected to utilize this
safety equipment. It is the Contractor's responsibility to see that
equipment in use is appropriate and in good condition.
10.ACCIDENT PREVENTION, REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION

10.1. Incidents & accidents
It is essential to have an effective management system for recording accidents.
ACT and Client shall be notified by the quickest possible means, for example by
telephone of the following classifications of accidents and incidents and by
subsequent written notification within twenty four hours on the Contractors
Accident and Incident report form.
a. Fatal Accident
a. Major Injury Accident
b. Dangerous Occurrence
c. Any Incident involving a member of the public
The Contractor shall immediately follow-up and report on the corrective action
taken to rectify the potential in the specified format given in Appendix.
Incident / Accident Reporting: Incidents / Accident should be reported on an
incident report form given in Appendix. Typical information on an incident
reporting form may include the:
a. Accident/incident description.
b. Identification and implementation of the corrective actions to prevent a
recurrence.
c. Immediate and root causes of the accident/incident.
d. Management and/or program deficiencies.
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e. Names of the affected employees or the witnesses.

f.
Person responsible for assuring the implementation of the corrective

actions.
g. Timetables for the corrective actions.

The Contractor shall report immediately, orally and in writing, all fatal accidents,
and other occurrences requiring reporting, to the police, at the police station in
whose jurisdiction the accident occurred.
10.2. Accident Investigation
Accidents which result in death, serious injury or serious damage and Near misses
must be investigated by the Contractor immediately to find out the cause of the
accident so that measures can be formulated to prevent any recurrence.
Investigations should be conducted in an open and positive atmosphere that
encourages the witnesses to talk freely.
The primary objective is to ascertain the facts with a view to prevent future and
possibly more serious occurrences.
10.3. Near Miss
Any near miss occurrence that does not cause an injury or property damage must
be reported. Listed below are examples of high potential incidences that would
qualify as a near miss.
a. An Explosion or fire.
b. Collapse or overturning of lifting equipment.
c. Environmental damage such as fuel or other hazardous material spill.
d. Collapse of staging or platform.
e. Material falling from upper floor and people working on ground have a
narrow miss.
10.4. Recommended actions in investigation
It is important after any Accident or Dangerous Occurrence that information
relating to the incident is gathered in an organised way. The following steps are
recommended;
a. Take photographs and make sketches
b. Examine involved equipment, workpiece or material and the environmental
conditions
c. Interview the injured, eye-witnesses and other involved parties
d. Consult expert opinion where necessary
e. Identify the specific Contractor or Sub-contractor involved.
Having gathered information, it is then necessary to make an Analysis of Incident
a. Establish the chain of events leading to the accident or incident
b. Find out at what stage the accident took place
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c. Consider all possible causes and the interaction of different factors that led
up to the accident, and identify the most probable cause
Note: The cause of an accident should never be classified as carelessness. The
specific act or omission that caused the accident must be identified.
The next stage is to proceed with the Follow-up Action
a. Report on the findings and conclusions
b. Formulate preventive measures to avoid recurrence
c. Publicize the findings and the remedial actions taken
11.ACCIDENT STATISTICS
Accident data, if properly collected and analyzed, indicates trends, and can show
where and how problems arise. Comprehensive accident information enables
accident prevention efforts to be targeted at problem areas.
Statistical formulae:
a. Reportable Accidents: This is the total number of accidents/incidents
including all reportable and serious accidents
b. Lost time Accidents: This is the number of accidents where an employee is
absent from work for more than 24 hours (1 day).
c. Percentage man hours lost: This is the total number of hours lost
expressed as a percentage of total man hours worked.
Total Man hours lost X 1000,000 / Total man hours worked
The lost time accidents, reportable accidents and percentage man hours
lost should be adjusted monthly as part of the Project Managers review.
The figures given in each category should be for the month under review,
the year to date and the previous year to date.
d. Accident Frequency rate: This is the total number of lost time accidents per
million man hours worked by permanent and temporary employees
Total number of lost time accidents X 1000,000 / Total number of man
hours worked
e. Accident incident rate: This is the total number of lost time accidents per
100,000 employees.
Total number of lost time accident per 1000,000 employees / Total number
of employees
For this calculation the total number of employees should be averaged out
over the year. Part time employees should be included in proportion to the
time worked.
The accident frequency rate and accident incidence rate should be calculated
annually and reported in the year end results. (This shall also be part of
contractors monthly safety report)
In addition to the statistics referred to above, all data pertaining to incidents must
also be kept at site.
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12.HOUSEKEEPING AND SANITATION

A clean project site promotes efficiency, quality control, and most importantly
reduces safety, health and environmental risks. Adequate trash collection and
removal procedures will be established with particular attention to combustible
materials. Materials and equipment will be stored and staged on the site in an
organized manner.
Daily and weekly safety inspections will focus specifically on maintaining a high
level of housekeeping on the project site. No smoking signs will be posted
throughout the project site.
The Contractor will stress the importance of
housekeeping as a concurrent activity with construction task
Good housekeeping is an important element of accident prevention. It should be
planned at the beginning of the job and carefully supervised until the final cleanup while handing over the site to the client.
It is recommended to have a regular clean up in all our job sites to ensure
cleanliness, tidiness, and safe environment. However, housekeeping should be
the concern of all supervisors and engineers in their area of working and not left
for the clean-up crew. In any case, housekeeping should be a part of daily routine
with clean up being a continuous procedure in order to maintain the site and
surroundings in a neat and orderly manner, free of accumulating debris,
haphazard stacking of materials, unhygienic and unsafe environment.
12.1. Simple rules for housekeeping
a. Storage areas: All materials should be maintained in neat stockpiles with
well laid aisles and walkways for ease of access. There shall not be any
projections in the walkways.
b. Work areas: Loose materials, scrap, tools, etc. shall not be allowed to be
lying in the working areas especially in the vicinity of ladders, ramps stairs,
etc. This is more important at heights where the loose materials are liable
to fall down. Spills of oil and grease should be removed immediately.
c. An effective means of preventing loose pieces lying dangerously at heights
is the provision of suitable receptacles for waste and scrap pieces.
Equipment and other materials should not be kept/ left in hazardous
condition. Special attention is to be paid to potential fire hazards, which is
to be suitably handled / discarded. Nothing shall be done or omitted to be
done to render unsafe or obstruct access for emergency apparatus, such as
fire fighting equipment.
d. Protruding nails: Protruding nails in wooden pieces is a chronic problem in
civil sites, it is worthwhile to have one or two helpers continuously for
retrieving protruding nails.
e. Scrap yard: Wooden scrap should be well away from any gas cutting or
welding operations and No smoking shall be strictly ensured there. All
other combustible scrap like cotton waste, wooden boxes, empty paint tins
shall be disposed off safely then and there.
f.
Lighting: Adequate lighting should be provided in and around all work

areas, passage ways, stairs, ladders & other areas used by personnel.
g. Openings in floor: All openings in floors where workmen are liable to work
or even pass through shall be either closed or barricaded whose minimum
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height should be 1mtr. If they are closed, a visible warning sign shall be
kept to indicate the opening below the cover.
h. Approach road: The approach road from and to the work site shall never be
blocked by parking vehicles or stacking materials, etc. thus blocking the
movement in case of emergencies.
The Contractor shall provide sufficient canteen and sanitary facilities including
toilets, washing areas, and refuse containers to meet the requirements of project.
These facilities shall be maintained in a hygienic and well organized manner, and
inspected daily by contractor management staff. The waste management plan
shall provide details concerning the handling of human waste and construction
debris. These facilities will be detailed in the submissions associated with the site
logistics plan and shall meet the requirements of Indian regulations.
Daily and weekly safety inspections will focus specifically on maintaining a high
level of housekeeping on the project site. No smoking signs will be posted
throughout the project site.
The Contractor will stress the importance of
housekeeping as a concurrent activity with construction task
12.2. Waste Management
Specific disposal requirement will be identified / provided to assist site
management. Sub-contractors and others will be clearly notified the goals to
assist the client in maintaining the site environment safe.
The waste management plan will observe three categories of waste:
a. Domestic and office wastes generally non-hazardous can be disposed of
in a simple disposable facility within waste containers as suitable.
b. Industrial (Non-hazardous) waste can also be disposed of in a simple
disposable facility.
c. Hazardous wastes, special or chemical, require disposal in accordance with
the environmental protection act to prevent any hazard to human health or
to the environment
Garbage chute shall be erected at suitable location so that the waste from the
upper floors can be collected and disposed off through the garbage chute from
where it can be carted away.
13.PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENT
The Contractor understands that the Site is free from pollutants at the time of
access to the Site and commencement of the Works. The Contractor shall comply
with all Applicable Laws in relation to environment and shall ensure that the Site is
and remains free from pollutants at the competition of the Project.
The
Contractor shall ensure inter alia, that neither the soil nor the ground water is
polluted or contaminated by fuels or lubricants emitted by machinery operated on
the Site or by other dangerous or poisonous substances which are or are deemed
to be hazardous to the environment. Notwithstanding the above, the Contractor
shall comply with all the directions and decisions of the Project Manager in this
regard and all applicable environmental legislations in relation to the same
including obtaining statutory consents and approvals as may be required.
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14.FIRST AID AND EMERGENCIES

Contractor shall provide required number of qualified person/s as First aiders for
rendering necessary first aid to people deployed at site if they are injured or
become ill at work along with sufficient supply of first aid kits in a well maintained
first-aid room. First Aid rooms should be clearly identified and of sufficient size to
allow access for a stretcher, wheelchair.
In the absence of dispensaries, clinics, or hospitals in proximity to the work site,
appropriate arrangement for the transportation of the injured personnel to a
physician or hospital must be provided for.
The names of first aid officers, first aid procedures and emergency contact phone
numbers should be part of the induction process and displayed in prominent
locations visible to all workers.
14.1. First Aid Kit
Regardless of the number of people there must be at least one first-aid box on
site and provision should be made for every person to have reasonably rapid
access to first aid. Each box should be placed in a clearly identified and readily
accessible location, and contain a sufficient quantity of suitable first-aid materials.
Boxes and kits should be checked frequently to ensure they are fully stocked and
all items are in a usable condition. Sufficient quantities of each item should always
be available in every first aid box or cabinet. Follow the table below as a guide line
for First Aid kit.
Numbers of People working at Site
Item
1-5
6-10
11-50
100
150
10
20
40
40
40
Guidance card individually wrapped
Sterile adhesive dressings
Sterile eye pads with attachment
Triangular bandages
Sterile coverings for serious wounds
Safety pins
12
12
12
Medium sized sterile un-medicated
10
12
Large sterile un-medicated dressings
X-large sterile un-medicated dressing
10
Sterile water in 300 ml disposable

containers, where tap water unavailable
14.2. Emergency
An emergency is an actual or imminent occurrence (such as an accident, fire,
bomb threat, gas and chemical explosion, flood or storm, collapse of a building or
structure) which:
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a. Endangers, or threatens to endanger the health or safety of persons, or

b. Destroys or damages, or threatens to destroy or damage property
Contractor shall prepare and Emergency response plan by identifying all potential
disasters and it is to be displayed prominently to instruct all workers and visitors.
Emergency plan must contain the following details.
a. The alarm signal for evacuation
b. The correct way to exit the building.
c. What you should do and what you should not do in an emergency.
d. The safe assembly point.
e. The site personnel in charge of emergencies
f.
Contact for emergency and rescue services
g. A register of who is on site should be kept so that in the case of an

emergency everyone can be accounted for.
h. Undertake a head count to determine if all workers have been evacuated.
Emergency Contact Numbers:

In addition to the above the main contractor shall display Emergency contact
numbers in prominent location on the site.
Project No.
Project name
The following are the business telephone numbers where project key personnel
can be reached at all times. In addition, the emergency telephone numbers of
other vital agencies are listed:
BUSINESS
RESIDENCE
Project Manager
Owner Project Manager
Contractor Safety Officer
PMC Safety Officer
Fire officer
Security officer
OTHER EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Fire
Ambulance
Doctor
Hospital
Police
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Gas Company
Electric Company :
Water Company
Telephone Company:
Insurance Carrier :
Other
15.SAFETY VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES

Safety instructions and Non Conformance Reports will be utilized to formally notify
the contractor of safety issues in the specified formats.
15.1. Safety Improvement Notices:
It will be issued to the contractor immediately at site for any safety issues. This
notification requires an immediate written response regarding corrective action
taken as well as a specific time line for corrective action. These notices are
primarily for non compliance to safety problems for which time may be allotted for
correction.
15.2. Non Conformance Reports (NCR)
NCRs will be issued for a severe safety problem or failure to comply with previous
Safety instructions. Immediate action is required and contractor is instructed to
cease the work if required depending on the severity in all related areas until the
correction is made and NCR is closed.
15.3. Penalties
Contractor shall be charged with penalties which are divided into 4 categories as
per the details given the appendix.
a. 3 star penalty of Rs: 3000/b. 2 star penalty of Rs: 2000/c. 1 star penalty of Rs: 1000/d. Normal penalty of Rs: 500/Archetype shall issue a debit note containing the penalty amount and violation
reference, in the name of the Contractor signed by the Archetype Site Safety Incharge and the Project Manager. Archetype Site Safety In-charge will then forward
the Contractors received copy to Archetypes Commercial department for
deduction of the penalty from the R.A Bill or from any due payment of the
Contractor. This deduction shall be reflected in Contractors Payment Certificate.
3 Star Penalty Details:
a. Working at heights without safety belt
b. Falling objects on head without helmet
c. Electrical hazards
d. Mobile Equipment without proper documents etc
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e. Working in shaft, periphery walls and deep opening of floors without proper
platform, scaffold, safety belt, safety net, Work permit, unsafe safety belt,
unsafe scaffold items, Life line rope, Hand rails, Toe boards, Damaged
jallies, non-provision of safety nets
2 Star Penalty Details:
a. Damage of materials and property (small value items)
b. Hot work without proper documents & unsafe work
c. 1 Star Penalty Details:
d. Not closing chambers, earth pits and any other openings
e. Poor housekeeping, debris not removed, scrap & excess materials
f.
Theft of small value items
Normal Penalty Details:

a. Working without PPE such as shoes, hand gloves, safety goggles, Ear muff,
Ear plug, Nose mask, Climbing ladder, Stand, unsafe PPEs
b. Damage of barricading
c. Damage of machines
d. Quarreling in sites
e. Damage of pipelines
f.
Working without Flash back arrester hose conditions
g. Non-provision of Fire watcher

h. Improper cutting torch and holder
i.
Not using proper welding shield & gas cutting goggles
j.
Improper Illumination
k. Improper light fittings

l.
Spoiling the floor like urinating in site, spitting on floors & walls, taking
food in buildings & smoking in site
m. Improper welding cable conditions, holder, lugs conditions

n. Unsafe grinder or any rotating machines without guards etc.
o. Gas cylinders kept unsafe, non-provision of fire extinguishers at site.
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PART 2
SPECIFIC HAZARDS
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16.IDENTIFYING HAZARDS, ASSESSING AND CONTROLLING RISKS

16.1. Hazards on Construction Sites
The majority of injuries, which occur on construction sites, are back injuries,
sprains and strains due to manual handling tasks such as lifting, pushing, pulling
and stretching. Statistics show that the most frequent ways construction workers
are killed are through:
a. Falling from heights
b. Electrocution
c. Being hit or crushed by powered mobile plant
Other hazards common in the construction industry are:
a. Falling objects
b. Structural collapse and collapse of trenches
c. Compressed air
d. Dangerous substances (paints, chemicals etc.)
e. Confined spaces
f.
Welding fumes, gases and arcs
g. Explosive powered tools and lasers

h. Hazardous dusts, e.g. silica, asbestos, medium density fibre board (MDF),
synthetic mineral fibres (SMF)
16.2. Hazard Identification and Assessment
Before commencing tasks, all foreseeable hazards (for example, falling off a roof)
and actual risks (e.g. death, serious injury) should be identified and appropriate
safety measures to be put in place (e.g. installing guard railing).
This risk management process is made up of the following steps:
a. Identify the hazards.
b. Assess the risks arising from the hazard.
c. Implement appropriate control measures to eliminate or reduce the risks.
d. Monitor and review the control measures to ensure continual safety.
A hazard identification, risk assessment and control process should be carried out
by the contractor and should be documented.
Subsequent to the kick-off meeting, within the specified time period, the
contractor will also provide the list of tasks against which Work safety analysis
shall be submitted along with the expected time, when it would be submitted.
Control measures are selected by working through steps 1 to 6 of the risk control
hierarchy below, starting at elimination as the most desirable option and personal
protective equipment as the last resort.
16.3. Risk Control Hierarchy
QA-ACT-PMC-MAN-EHS-R2
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a. Elimination of risks by eliminating the hazard, plant, tool or substance, if

practicable. If this is not practicable, risk shall be reduced by one or
combination of:
b. Substitution by a less hazardous activity, plant, tool or substance
c. Isolation of the hazard to prevent or reduce exposure to it.
d. Engineering controls for example, exhaust ventilation for dusts, fumes or
vapours
e. Administrative controls - providing training, adopting safe work procedures
or instructions to minimise exposure to the hazard
f.
Personal protective equipment to be used as a last resort and only when

risk has been reduced as far as practicable by one or a combination of the
above
17.WORK SAFETY ANALYSIS

Contractors are often required to submit Work Safety Analysis before carrying out
their activities on construction sites.
A Work Safety Analysis sets out the work method in a logical sequence. The
hazards associated with each process are identified, and the measures for
controlling these hazards specified.
Any job or task, no matter how simple or complex, can be broken down into a
series of basic steps that will permit a systematic analysis of each part of the job
for hazards and potential accidents. The description of the process should not be
so broad that it leaves out activities with the potential to cause accidents and
prevents proper identification of the hazards; nor is it necessary to provide too
fine a detail of the tasks.
The aims of a Work Safety Analysis are to:
a. Describe the job or task to be undertaken.
b. Identify the resources, manpower and skills associated with the task.
c. Assess and select hazard controls as appropriate.
d. Systematically plan the job so it can be completed efficiently and
effectively.
When developing Work Safety Analysis the following should be considered:
e. Its development and documentation prior to the commencement of the job.
f.
Incorporation of information obtained from employees.
g. Risk assessment results should be incorporated.

h. Job procedure should be explained step-by-step in a logical sequence.
i.
It should be read and

commencement of work.
understood
by
the
employees,
before
j.
It should be signed by the employees, once it has been read and

understood.
k. Included as part of employee induction training.
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l.
Become part of the overall site safety plan written in pre developed chart
or format.
18.WORK IN CONFINED SPACES

A confined space is a place with a restricted means for entry or exit, where
harmful substances, lack of oxygen and other hazards may increase the risk of
injury to those entering the space. In the construction industry confined spaces
may be air conditioning ducts, crawl spaces, pits, trenches, pipes, sewers or box
beams.
All employees who are required to work in a confined space should receive full
information, instruction and training in relation to hazards and risks and be made
aware of the relevant risk assessment for the confined space work.
The risk assessment should include the following control measures.
An entry permit signed on and off by the immediate supervisor describing:
a. The confined space that the permit applies to
b. The measures for control of risks
c. The names of the employees approved to enter the space
d. The name of the stand-by person assigned to the confined space
e. The period of time for which the permit is valid
Stand-by arrangements for:
a. Continuous communication between the persons in the confined space and
a responsible person on the outside
b. Emergency procedures that can be initiated from outside the space
c. The procedure to know when employees have entered or exited the
confined space
d. Emergency procedures for rescue and first aid Always use an Air Quality
Monitor before entering a confined space.
18.1. Temporary Lighting and Ventilation:
The Contractor shall at its own cost, make necessary arrangements in respect of
the provision of adequate lighting and ventilation (natural as well as artificial) at
all places where its workmen are engaged for carrying out the Works in a proper,
safe and satisfactory manner. The Contractor shall also provide general lighting in
common areas such as entrances, staircases, etc with minimum LUX level
requirements besides illuminating the Works places.
19.MOTOR VEHICLES, TRANSPORTATION & ROAD SAFETY

A site traffic plan must be made to control all traffic on site and movement of
materials, parking etc.
a. Fitness of vehicle: All vehicles that are used on construction site must be in
fit condition and should carry proper fitness certificate.
b. Driving License: All drivers plying vehicles for site driving should be at least
18yrs old and must hold a valid and current driving license and those who
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are driving vehicles of engineering plants and dampers should be 21 years

old and must hold valid and current driving license issued by the prescribed
licensing authority.
c. Driving rules: All drivers to follow the indications given by traffic signs,
comply with the traffic control signals.
d. Loading: Vehicles should be loaded as per the loading capacity specified by
the manufacturer.
e. Checking: The driver must carry out the specified checks of the
machinery or vehicles before starting the days work. The usual checks are
Horn, Emergency brakes, Steering, Wheel brakes, Wiper, electrical lights,
tire pressure and water in radiator.
f.
Maintenance: The supervisor should ensure the systematic maintenance

routine. Basic maintenance on a daily or weekly basis should be done by
the drivers.
Motor equipment left unattended at night near areas where work is in progress
must have appropriate lights, reflectors or barricades to identify the locations of
the equipment. A safety tie rack, cage, or equivalent protection must be used
when a worker is inflating, mounting, tires installed on split rims or rims equipped
with locking rings.
Heavy machinery that is suspended or held aloft by the use of slings, hoists, or
jacks must be blocked or cribbed to prevent falling or shifting before employees
are permitted to work under them. Bulldozer and scraper blades and similar
equipment shall be either fully lowered or blocked when being repaired or when
not in use. All controls must be in the neutral position and the motor stopped and
brakes set, unless work being performed requires otherwise. Parked equipment
must be checked and parking brakes set. All cab glass shall be safety glass. All
vehicles must have a service brake system, an emergency brake system, and a
parking brake system. Vehicles that require additional light shall have at least two
headlights, as well as brake lights.
Other standard vehicles equipment such as seat belts, rear-view mirrors and
safety latches on operating levers shall be in accordance with standard vehicle
codes, and state-inspected where appropriate.
The following points can be
transportation within the site.
considered
as
minimum
guideline
for
the
a. Materials should be properly loaded considering its weight, dimension,

capacity of the carrier, center of gravity of load, clearance required for
safety, etc.
b. Trailer and other transport vehicles should be in good working conditions.
c. All vehicles must have efficient brakes, horns, lights.
d. The transport vehicles should not be overloaded. No material should
project above the height of side panel or beyond the side panels. Materials
may be allowed to project maximum 1-1/2 M at the back of deck. Red
caution flag or red lamp in the nights should be displayed on the projected
end.
e. The vehicle should not ply beyond the permissible speed limit.
limits inside site premises should be strictly followed.
Speed
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f.
The driver should observe instructions for crossing the level crossing,
overtaking and taking turn, etc.
g. None should get in or get down from a moving vehicle.

h. No one should sit on the sides of the panels or on the top of drivers cabin.
i.
No one should sit near the load or over the load where there is possibility
of rolling or shifting due to sudden application of brakes.
20.HEIGHT SAFETY
Falls of people or objects from a height represents a serious health and safety risk
in the Construction Industry. More than half of the falls that occur in the
Construction Industry are from heights. Falls can occur from ladders, roofs,
scaffold or mobile platforms, when climbing stairs, or from incorrectly erected
equipment. A variety of injuries can occur as a result of a fall from height. The
injuries range from short-term minor injuries to more permanent, severe
disabilities or even death.
The following situations are particularly hazardous:
a. Work near unprotected open edges of floors or roofs.
b. Work near unguarded holes, penetrations and voids.
c. Work near unguarded excavations, trenches, shafts, lift wells.
d. Work from unstable structures (for example, incomplete scaffolding).
e. Work on, or near fragile, brittle surfaces (for example, cement sheet roofs,
fibre glass roofs, skylight).
f.
Work from unprotected formwork decks.
Generally, fall protection must be provided for anyone who could fall 1.8 meters or
more. However, if the type of work makes it difficult for a worker to be fully aware
of the location of the platform edge (for example, welding, Oxy acetylene cutting
and other work involving restricted vision) fall protection should be provided
regardless of height.
The Contractor shall at its cost provide steel scaffolding, staging, guard rails,
barricades and safety barriers around all openings and at all edges, temporary
stairs and other temporary measures required during construction. The supports
for the scaffolding, staging, guard rails, barricades and safety barriers and
temporary stairs shall be strong, adequate for the particular situations, tied
together with horizontal pieces and braced properly. The temporary access to the
various parts of any building under construction shall be rigid and strong enough
to avoid any situation of mishaps. The entire scaffolding arrangement together
with the staging, guard rails, barricades and safety barriers, and temporary stairs
shall be to the Approval of the Project Manager which approval shall not relieve
the Contractor of any of its responsibilities, obligations and liabilities for safety
and for timely completion of the Works. The use of wooden scaffolding on the Site
is strictly forbidden.
20.1. Preferred Methods of Preventing Falls
If the risk cant be eliminated, it should be reduced by:
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a. Arranging for the work to be done on ground or on a safe, solid surface

(i.e. Solid construction, has a surface which is capable of supporting
people, materials and any other loads applied to it)
b. Properly erected scaffolds or perimeter guard railing
c. Other temporary work platforms, such as elevated work platforms (EWP)
d. Other means, such as industrial rope access systems, safety harness etc.
e. Tying of thick rope along the edge of the periphery (life line).
21.LADDERS
Ladders are primarily a means of access, not a work platform, and should only be
used for light work where hand hold and stability can be maintained and only if it
is not practicable to use other temporary work platforms.
When working on a ladder make sure that:
a. It is placed at a slope of 4 (vertical) to 1 (horizontal).
b. It is on a stable, firm footing and secured top and bottom against
movement.
c. Both hands are always used to ascend and descend.
d. All work is done facing the ladder.
e. Only tools that are easily operated with one hand are used.
f.
Both feet rest on the ladder and are no higher than the third tread from
the top plate of a step ladder or 900 mm from the top of a single or
extension ladder.
a. Three limbs are on the ladder where practicable and use tool belts to keep
hands free.
b. Over reaching is avoided (the belt buckle should always be within the stiles
of the ladder)
c. Work is not conducted above another person.
d. Not more than one person is on the ladder at any time.
22.SCAFFOLDING
Scaffolding is a temporary structure for supporting access platforms or working
platforms. For work above 2.5m above a floor level proper scaffolds need to be
erected.
22.1. Materials and Supervision
Sufficient sound material must be provided for a scaffold to be strong and stable
enough for the job. Wherever timber is used for any kind of scaffolding purpose, it
must be of the right type for the job be free from back and must not be painted so
that any defects are hidden. Scaffold tubes and fittings must not be bent,
distorted or unduly rusty.
Scaffolds must be erected, altered or dismantled only under competent
supervision and as far as possible, by experienced persons. All scaffolding
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materials must be inspected before use to check that they are up to standard. All
inspected scaffolds must bear a sign ready for use.
22.2. Standards or Uprights, Ledgers and Putlogs
Scaffold standards should be vertical and spaced closely enough for the intended
use of the scaffold.
Base plates must be used. Timber sole plates should also be used to distribute the
load from the standard over a wide area, as well as to offset possible local
subsidence.
Ledgers must be level and fixed to standards with right-angle couplers.
Putlogs and transoms must be firmly fixed to ledgers or standards.
The flattened end of the putlog must be pushed right into the wall to provide
maximum support.
Putlogs and transoms should be spaced according to the expected load and the
thickness of the boards to be used in the platform.
In normal use, putlogs and transoms should be spaced so that the spans of
scaffold boards should not be greater than:
a. 32mm boards: 1m
b. 38mm boards: 1.50 m
c. 50mm boards: 4.60 m
Work on any scaffold shall allow only if
a. On a stable, level foundation with proper base plates.
b. Complete, properly braced and tied to the supporting structure.
c. Not overloaded (225 kg max. per platform, per bay for light duty scaffold)
(450 kg max. per platform, per bay for medium duty) (675kg max per
platform, per bay for heavy duty).
d. Fully planked and fitted with guardrails, mid-rails and toeboards on the
working deck wherever a person or material could fall more than 1.8
metres.
e. Fitted with a safe, secure temporary stairway or ladder to access the
working deck.
f.
Scaffolding components must not be located within 4.0 metres of any

conductors of an overhead electrical power line.
A tag mentioning Scaffold Incomplete/Do Not Use must be put on defective

or incomplete scaffolding and the same shall not be used for any activity.
22.3. Additional Requirements for Mobile Scaffolds
a. Follow the manufacturers/suppliers written instructions for erection, use
and dismantling.
b. Mobile scaffolds should be used only on a hard, level surface.
c. The wheels of a mobile scaffold should be locked against any possible
movement. before using the scaffold, and should remain locked when not
in use.
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d. Do not relocate a mobile scaffold unless all items have been secured
against falling.
e. No person should be on a mobile scaffold when it is being moved.
f.
All mobile scaffolds should have a safe, secure means of access to the
working platform.
g. Do not locate a mobile scaffold closer than 1 metre to any slab edge,
penetration or other step down, unless a positive means to prevent it
crossing that point, such as a fixed fence, rail or raised edge, is in place.
h. When moving a mobile scaffold, stay well clear of power lines (the highest
part of the scaffold should come no closer than 4m).
22.4. Suspended Scaffolds
Before using a Suspended Scaffold make sure that:
a. A written hand-over certificate has been provided by the installer.
b. Operators have written authorization from their employer and are suitably
trained.
c. It has had its daily pre-operational check as set out in the operators
manual.
d. The cradle is not overloaded above its rated safe working load.
e. The cradle has meshed guardrails and solid flooring to ensure that
materials cannot fall through.
f.
The area below the cradle is protected by a catch platform or is isolated so

no-one can be injured from falling material or debris.
g. There are suitable lateral restraints to stabilize the cradle during use.
h. Where access to and from the cradle cannot be gained from the ground or
a protected platform, the cradle must be securely tied to the building and
properly anchored safety harness and lanyards must be worn and used
when climbing in and out of the cradle.
i.
Suspended scaffolds should be subject to weekly inspections by a

competent person, in addition to daily operators checks.
j.
Cantilever, Jib figure and Bracket scaffolds:
k. Cantilever or jib scaffolds must be anchored to a structure which is strong

enough to carry the total load Outriggers must be long enough and strong
enough and the scaffold must be braced to ensure stability.
l.
Figure or bracket scaffolds supported by dogs or spikes must not be used if

there is any danger of these pulling out of the brickwork or stone-work.
23.CRANES, HOISTS AND LOAD SHIFTING EQUIPMENT

Safety is critical in the operation of plant and equipment such as cranes, forklifts,
elevating work platforms, excavators, backhoes, hoists etc. When any plant is to
be used on site, an employer must ensure that the risks to health and safety
arising from plant in use and systems of work associated with the plant are
minimized. A certificate of competency as per the rules and regulations pertaining
to the respective plant and machinery to be submitted by the contractor.
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23.1. Mobile Plant Safety

Mobile Plant must meet the same criteria for all other plant, including:
a. Making sure that it is serviced and maintained in accordance with the
manual and that current records are kept.
b. The system for the daily inspection of the plant.
c. Risk assessment for the use of the plant at your site.
d. The provision of the relevant safety equipment for use, i.e. Harness,
flashing lights, beepers, reversing alarms etc.
e. Visual inspection prior to first use.
f.
Forklifts and earthmoving equipment should be fitted with overhead

protective devices to stop objects falling on the operator and roll over
protection (ROPS).
g. Always obey the rules for operating mobile plan near overhead power lines.
23.2. Crane Safety
a. Only persons with a relevant Certificate of Competency can operate cranes.
b. All cranes should be subject to a daily checklist/ logbook completed by the
operator.
c. Make sure that the set up area has been inspected for potential hazards
and that inspection is documented.
d. Make sure the counterweight slewing area is clear of obstacles and is
barricaded.
e. Make sure that loads do not pass overhead workers.
23.3. Lifting Gear
a. All lifting gear (shackles, slings, wire rope) should be inspected regularly
by a qualified and competent person. The inspection details should be
recorded and the item tagged.
b. Load hooks should be fitted with a safety catch, particularly where there is
a chance of the slings being displaced.
23.4. Safe Operation of Earthmoving Equipment
a. Operators must be suitably qualified.
b. Never carry passengers unless there is a passenger seat fitted.
c. Always wear the seatbelt (where fitted).
d. Always take care to know your operating area never back up until you
are certain it is safe Always shut down the plant and remove the ignition
key when you leave the machine unattended.
e. Ground your attachments and booms before vacating the machine.
f.
Know the machines roll-over limits and stay well within them.
g. Stay a safe distance away from the edge of embankments. Be sure that
the boundaries of your operating area are clearly marked.
h. When descending a grade, use the same gear you would use to climb it.
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i.
Always obey speed limit restrictions.
j.
Operators to wear high visibility vests at all times.
23.5. Safe Operation of Forklifts

a. Operators must hold a Fork-lift Certificate of Competency (LF)
b. Passengers must never be carried on forklift trucks.
c. Always wear the seatbelt (where fitted).
d. Lower the load before travelling and/or turning.
e. When travelling, lower the fork as close to the ground as is practicable.
f.
Forklifts should never be used over terrain for which they have not been
designed
g. When leaving the forklift unattended, lower the tines, turn the gas bottles
off and remove the ignition key.
23.6. Safety of Hoist ways, Platform and Cage:
Hoist ways must be enclosed wherever access is provided or wherever persons
could be struck by the platform or other moving parts. Gates must be fitted in the
enclosure at all landing places and must normally be at least 2m high, but gates
910 mm high are acceptable where persons are not at the risk of falling down the
hoist-ways or coming into contact with moving parts. Gates must be kept closed
except for the movement of persons and materials; it is the duty of all persons to
see that this id done
Hoists platforms and cages must be fitted with a device capable of supporting
them, fully loaded, should hoists, ropes or driving gear fail. Hoists must be fitted
with ver-run stops at the top.
23.7. Operation of Hoists
Hoists must only be capable of being operated from one position at a time,
whether by rope, lever or switch. Hoists must not be operated from the cage.
Where the hoist driver cannot see the platform or cage during it s movement, a
signaling system, which covers all landing places, must be used.
The platform of materials or goods hoists must carry a notice stating the safe
working load and that the passenger must not ride on platform
The safe working load must not be exceeded except for test purposes.
Cages for passengers hoists must carry a notice stating the safe working load and
the number of passengers permitted.
No greater number of passengers may be carried and safe working load must not
be exceeded except for the test purposes.
24.BARRICADES
Contractor shall at its cost erect and maintain barricades required in connection
with its operation to guard or protect,
a. Hoisting areas.
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b. Areas adjudged hazardous by contractors safety management and/ or

Project Managers Inspectors.
c. Owners existing
operations.
property
subject
to
damage
by
the
contractors
24.1. Guarding of floor opening and floor holes

Every temporary floor opening shall be guarded by either by a railing with toe
board on all exposed sides, or a floor hole cover of adequate strength and it
should be hinged in place.
Barricades must be strong enough to carry the weight of people.
Every stairway floor opening shall be guarded by a railing on all exposed sides,
except at entrance to stairway. Every ladder way floor opening or platform shall
be guarded by a guard railing with toe board on all exposed sides (except at
entrance to opening) with the passage through the railing either provided with a
swinging gate or so offset that a person can not directly into the opening.
24.2. Guarding if open-side floors and platform
Every open-sided floor or platform 120cm or more above adjacent floor or ground
level shall be guarded by a railing (or the equivalent) or all open sides except
where there is entrance to ramp, stairway or fixed ladder. The railing shall be
provided with a toe board beneath the open sides wherever,
a. Persons may pass,
b. There is moving machinery and
c. There is equipment with which failing materials could create a hazard
25.EXCAVATION AND SHORING

All trenches and excavations should be made safe and provided with a ground
support system, a steel shield or all walls to be benched or battered back at a safe
angle.
Prior to excavating, a site investigation should be carried out to determine:
a. Nature of the ground (soil type, rock, water table)
b. Possibility of flooding from any water source.
c. The existence of underground services (gas, electricity, pipelines, sewer)
d. Proximity of other excavations and other point sources of instability
e. The possibility of natural or artificial hazards (e.g. ground contamination)
A risk assessment for all trenching/excavation tasks should be completed based
on the results of the site investigation. The risk assessment should include control
measures for the safe use of excavation plant.
Employees should be made aware of the risk assessment relevant to their
trenching or excavation work.
All trenching and excavation operations should undergo a daily checklist system to
ensure that the following safety requirements are observed:
No person enters an unsupported section.
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Trenching supports are appropriate to the conditions. (i.e. The need or otherwise
for trench shields, close sheeting, benching or battering)
Soil heaps are properly positioned at least 0.9 metres from the edges of the
trench
Safe ladder access is provided into the trench.
All workers wear safety helmets.
No person is working alone in an excavation.
Persons do not remain in close proximity to where an excavator is operating.
Workers in excavations are not exposed to an accumulation of hazardous fumes
including fumes from petrol or diesel vehicles.
26.HANDLING AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS

26.1. Cement
Storage and stacking:
Cement shall be stored at the work site in a building or a shed which is dry, leak
proof and moisture proof. The building or shed for storage should have minimum
number of windows and close fitting doors and these should be kept closed.
Cement received in bags shall be kept in such a way that the bags are kept free
from the possibility of any dampness or moisture coming in contact with them.
Cement bags shall be stacked off the floor on wooden planks in such a way as to
keep them 150 to 200mm clear from the floor and space of 450mm minimum
shall be left all round between the exterior walls and in the stacks. In the stacks
the cement shall be kept close together to reduce circulation of air as much as
possible. Owing to pressure on bottom layer of bags sometimes warehouse pack
is developed in these bags. This can be removed easily by rolling the bags when
cement is taken out for use.
The height of stack shall not be more than 15 bags to prevent the possibility of
lumping up under pressure. The width of the stack shall be not more than four
bags length or 3m. In stacks more than eight bags high, the cement bags shall be
arranged alternately lengthwise and crosswise so as to tie the stacks together and
minimize the danger of toppling over.
For extra safety during monsoon or when it is expected to store for an unusually
long period, the stack shall be completely enclosed by a water proofing membrane
such as polyethylene, which shall close on the top of the stack. Care shall be
taken to see that the waterproofing membrane is not damaged any time during
the use.
Drums or other heavy containers of cement shall not be stacked more than two
layers high.
The manner of storage shall facilitate the requirement that lots of cement received
are removed and used more or less in the order in which they are received.
Handling
Hooks shall not be used for handling cement bags unless specifically permitted by
the engineer-in-charge.
26.2. Polyethylene pipes
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Storage & stacking:

Black polyethylene pipes may, be stored either under cover or in the open.
Natural polyethylene pipes however, should be stored under cover and protected
from direct sunlight.
Coils may be stored either on edge or stacked flat one on top of the other, but in
either case they should not be allowed to come into contact with hot water or
steam pipes and should be kept away from hot surface. Straight lengths should be
stored on horizontal racks giving continuous support to prevent the pipe taking on
a permanent set.
Storage of pipes in heated areas exceeding 270 C should be avoided.
Handling:
Removal of pipe from a pile shall be accomplished by working from the ends of the
pipe.
26.3. Pipes of conducting materials
Pipes shall be stacked on solid level sills and contained in a manner to prevent
spreading or rolling of the pipe. Where quantity storage is necessary suitable
packing shall be placed between succeeding layers to reduce the pressure and
resulting spreading of the pile.
In stacking and handing of pipes and other conducting materials the following
minimum safety distances shall be ensured from the overhead power line:
a. 11KV and below
40m
b. Above 11and below 33KV
60m
c. Above 33 and below 132KV
70m
d. Above 132 and below 275KV
70m
e. Above 275and below 400KV
50m
Handling:
Removal of pipes from a pile shall be accomplished by working from the ends of
the pipe. During transportation, the pipes shall be so secured as to ensure against
displacement.
26.4. Paints, Varnishes and Thinners
Paints, varnishes lacquers, thinners and other flammable materials shall be kept in
properly sealed or closed containers. The containers shall be kept in a well
ventilated location, free from excessive heat, smoke, sparks or flame. The floor of
the paint stores shall be made up of 10cm thick loose sand and stored in a
collection drip pan to prevent leakages to the ground and/or the soil.
Paint materials in quantities other than required for daily use shall be kept stocked
under regular storage place.
Where the paint is likely to deteriorate with age the manner of storage shall
facilitate removal and use if lots in the same order in which they are received.
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Temporary electrical wiring / fittings shall not be installed in the paint store. When
electric lights, switches or electrical equipment are necessary, they shall be of
explosion proof design.
Handling:
Ventilation shall be adequate to prevent the accumulation of flammable vapors to
hazardous levels of concentration shall be provided in all areas where painting is
done.
When painting is done in confined spaces where flammable or explosive vapors
may develop any necessary heat shall be provided through duct work remote from
the source of flame.
Sources of ignition such as open flame and exposed heating elements shall not be
permitted in area or rooms where spray painting is done nor shall smoking be
allowed there.
Care should be taken not to use any naked flame inside the paint store. Buckets
containing sand shall be kept ready for use in case of fire. Fire extinguisher when
required shall be of foam type confirming to accepted standards.
Each workman handling lead based paints shall be issued liter milk per day for
his personal consumption.
26.5. Bitumen, Road Tar, Asphalt
Drums or containers containing all types of bitumen, road tar, asphalt etc. shall
stacked vertically on their bottoms in up to 3 tiers. Leaky drums shall
segregated and either their contents shall be emptied into intact drums
contained in larger containers. All spillages or leakages onto natural soil shall
immediately cleaned up and placed in a contained area. Empty drums shall
stored in pyramidal stacks neatly in rows.
be
be
or
be
be
Handling:
Bitumen / Tar Bitumen / tar shall not be heated beyond the temperature
recommended by the manufacturer of the product. While discharging heated
binder from the boiler, workers shall not stand opposite to the jet so as to avoid
the possibility of hot binder falling on them. The container shall be handled only
after closing the control valve. While handling hot bitumen / tar, workers shall
exercise scrupulous care to prevent accidental spillage thereof. The buckets and
cans in which the hot material is carried from boiler shall be checked before use to
ensure that they are intact and safe. Mops and other applicators contaminated
with bituminous materials shall not be stored inside buildings
26.6. Bituminous roofing felts
Bituminous roofing felts shall be stored away from other combustible, flammable
materials. For long storage it shall be kept under shade.
Handling:
Bituminous roofing felts should be handled in a manner to prevent cracking and
other damages
26.7. Flammable materials
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In addition the following provisions shall also apply:
Outdoor storage of drums required some care to avoid contamination because
moisture and dirt in hydraulic brake and transmission fluid, gasoline or lubricants
may cause malfunction of failure or equipment with possible danger to personnel.
The storage area should be free of accumulations of spilled products, debris and
other hazards and compressed gases and petroleum products shall not be stored
in the same building or close to each other.
Handling:
Petroleum products delivered to the job site and stored there in drums shall be
protected during handling to prevent loss of identification through damage to
drum markings, tag, etc. Unidentifiable petroleum products may result in
improper use with possible fire hazard damage to equipment or operating failure.
Workmen shall be required to guard carefully against any part their clothing
becoming contaminated with flammable fluids. They shall not be allowed to
continue work when their clothing becomes so contaminated. All flammable and
toxic liquids shall be stored in suitable collecting drip pans to avoid spill
contamination into the ground/soil.
27.ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The National Indian electric codes and regulations shall apply to all permanent and
temporary electrical installations. All wires shall be color coded in accordance with
the national codes and all temporary power systems shall be properly earthed.
Periodic inspections and maintenance to be done to keep all the electric tool and
system in proper operating condition.
27.1. Plugs and Fuses
The electricity supply to the tool must be drawn from the socket outlet only, into
which a plug is inserted. The fuse rating should not exceed twice the normal load
current of the tool as indicated in the rating plate.
27.2. Electrical installations
Following points are to be considered as guide lines during electrical installation
fixing:
a. Electrical appliances and outlets should be marked clearly to indicate their
purpose and voltage.
b. Bare conductors or other bare current carrying parts of equipment should
not be permitted unless adequate precautions are taken to prevent direct
or indirect contact for example by fencing, screening or positioning.
c. Lamps and lamp fittings for general lighting should be installed not less
than 2.5 m above the ground or floor wherever practicable.
d. Since electrical fittings are easily damaged by the rough work and severe
conditions prevailing on sites, fittings should be of weatherproof type.
e. Flexible cables used for portable apparatus should have an earthing
conductor.
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f.
All wiring should be supported on proper insulated supports and not

looped/twisted over nails, etc.
g. Overhead lines should be carried on support of adequate strength and at a

height that prevents contact with persons or equipment passing
underneath.
h. Flexible cables should not be used to lift a portable tool.
i.
Motors, switch gears and distribution apparatus should be protected

against dripping and splashing water, particularly in pump rooms.
j.
Fuses, motors, gears, etc, should bear clear marking of the specifications
indicating their current rating and whether they are of the fast or slow
braking type and as far as possible their rated braking capacity.
k. Hand lamps should be equipped with a strong cover of glass or other

transparent material and portable lamp holders should have all current
carrying parts enclosed with an insulated handle.
l.
All electrical equipment should be inspected before it is used to ensure that

it is suitable for its proposed use.
m. All conductors and equipment should be considered to be live unless there

is certain proof to the contrary.
n. Temporary connections are to be given as per standard practice and should
be disconnected after completing the work for which it is laid.
27.3. Electrical Works
All work connected with electricity operated equipment and electric power supply
should be done by a licensed electrician only. Motors, gears, transmission electric
wiring and other dangerous part of electrically operated equipment should have
safe guards for preventing free access of workers to such parts. Proper warning
signs should be displayed wherever live circuits exist near work area.
28.CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
28.1. Mixers
All gears, chains and rollers of mixers shall be properly guarded. If the mixer has
a charging skip the operator shall ensure that the workmen are out of danger
before the skip is lowered. Railings shall be provided on the ground to prevent
anyone walking under the skip while it is being lowered.
All cables, clamps, hooks, wire ropes, gears and clutches etc. of the mixer, shall
be checked and cleaned, oiled and greased and service once a week. A trial run of
the mixer shall be made and defects shall be removed before operating a mixer.
When workmen are cleaning the inside of the drums and operating power of the
mixer shall be locked in the off position and all fuses shall be removed and a
suitable notice hung at the place.
28.2. Trucks
When trucks are being used on the site, traffic problems shall be taken care of. A
reasonably smooth traffic surface shall be provided. If practicable, a loop road
shall be provided to permit continuous operation of vehicles and to eliminate their
backing. If a continuous loop is not possible a turnout shall be provided. Backing
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operations shall be controlled by a signalman positioned so as to have a clear view

of the area behind the truck and to be clearly visible to the truck driver.
Movement of workmen and plant shall be routed to avoid crossing as much as
possible the truck lanes.
28.3. Formwork
Formwork shall be designed after taking into considering spans, setting
temperature of concrete, dead load and working load to be supported and safety
factor for the material used for formwork.
All timber formwork shall be carefully inspected before use and members having
cracks and excessive knots shall be discarded
The vertical supports shall be adequately braced or otherwise secured in position
that these do not fall when the load gets released or the supports are accidentally
hit.
Tubular steel centering shall be used in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions. When tubular steel and timber centering is to be used in combination
necessary precautions shall be taken to avoid any unequal settlement under load.
All centering shall be finally inspected to ensure that:
a. Footings or sills under every post of the centering are sound
b. All tower adjustment screws or wedges are snug against the legs of the
panels.
c. All upper adjustment screws or heads of jacks are in full contact with the
formwork.
d. Panels are plumb in both directions.
e. All cross braces are in place and locking devices are in closed and secure
position.
f.
In case of chajjas and balconies the props shall be adequate to transfer the
load to the supporting point.
28.4. Ramps and gangways

Ramps and gangways shall be of adequate strength and evenly supported. They
shall either have a sufficiently flat slope or shall have cleats fixed to the surface to
prevent slipping of workmen. Ramps and gangways shall be kept free from
grease, mud, snow or other slipping hazards or other obstructions leading to
tripping and accidental fall of workman.
Ramps and gangways meant for transporting materials shall have even surface
and be of sufficient width and provided with skirt boards on open sides.
28.5. Pre-stressed concrete
In pre-stressing operations, operating, maintenance and replacement instructions
of the supplier of the equipment shall be strictly adhered to.
Necessary shields should be put up immediately behind the pre-stressing jacks
during stressing operations.
Wedges and other temporary anchoring devices shall be inspected before use.
The pre-stressing jacks shall be periodically examined for wear and tear.
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A spreader beam shall be used wherever possible so that the cable can be as
perpendicular to the members being lifted as practical. The angle between the
cable and the members to be lifted shall not be less than 600.
Methods of assembly and erection specified by the designer shall be strictly
adhered to at site. Immediately on erecting any unit in position, temporary
connections or supports as specified shall be provided before releasing the lifting
equipment. The permanent structural connections shall be established at the
earliest opportunity.
29.MASONARY WORKS
General: Depending on the type of wall to be constructed the height of
construction per day shall be restricted to ensure that the newly constructed wall
does not come down due to lack of strength in the lower layers. Similarly, in long
walls adequate expansion / crumple joints shall be provided to ensure safety.
Opening in walls: Whenever making of an opening in the existing walls is
contemplated, adequate supports against the collapse or cracking of the wall
portion above or roof or adjoining walls shall be provided.
Guarding of wall openings and Holes: Wall opening barriers and screens shall be of
such construction and mounting that they are capable of withstanding the
intended loads safely. For detailed information reference may be made to good
practice. Every wall opening from which there is a drop of more than 120mm shall
be one of the following:
Rail, roller, picket fence, half door or equivalent barrier: The guard may be
removable but should be preferable be hinged or otherwise mounted so as to be
conveniently replaceable. Where there is danger to persons working or passing
below on account of the falling materials, a removable toe board or the equivalent
shall also be provided. When the opening is not in use for handling materials the
guards shall be kept in position regardless of a door in the opening. In addition a
grab handle shall be provided on each side of the opening. The opening should
have a sill that projects above the floor level at least 2.5cm.
Extension platform into which materials may be hoisted for handling, shall be of
full length of the opening shall be of full length of the opening and shall have side
rails or equivalent guards.
Every chute wall opening from which there is a drop of more than 120mm shall be
guarded by one or more of the barriers specified in 16.2.1 or as required by the
conditions.
30.HEALTH & HYGIENE STANDARDS

30.1. Drinking water
In every work place, there shall be provided and maintained at suitable places,
easily accessible to labour, a sufficient supply of cold water fit for drinking.
Where drinking water is obtained from an intermittent public water supply, each
work place shall be provided with storage where such drinking water shall be
stored.
Every water supply or storage shall be at a distance of not less than 50 feet from
any latrine drain or any other source of pollution.
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30.2. Washing facilities

In every work place adequate and suitable facilities for washing shall be provided
and maintained for the use of contract labour employee therein
Separate and adequate cleaning facilities shall be provided for the use of male and
female workers
Such facilities shall be conveniently accessible and shall be kept in clean and
hygienic condition.
30.3. Latrines and Urinals
Latrines shall be provided in every work place on the following scale namely:
a. Where females are employed there shall be at least one latrine for every
25 females.
b. Where males are employed there shall be at least one latrine for every 25
males.
Provided that where the number of males or females exceeds 100, it shall be
sufficient if there is one latrine for 25males or females as the case may be upto
first 100 and one for every 50 thereafter.
Every latrine shall be under cover and so partitioned off as to secure privacy and
shall have proper door and fastenings.
Construction of latrines: The inside walls shall be constructed of masonry or some
suitable heat-resisting non-absorbent materials and shall be cement washed
inside and outside at least once a year, latrines shall not be of standard lower
than borehole system.
Where workers of both sexes are employed, there shall be displayed out side each
block of latrine and urinal a notice in the language understood by the majority of
the workers for men only or for women only as the case may be.
The notice shall also bear the figure of man or woman as the case may be.
There shall be at least one urinal for male workers upto 50 and for female workers
upto 50 employed at a time, provided that where the number of male or female
workers as the case may exceed 500 it shall be sufficient if there is one urinal for
every 50 males or females upto the first 500 and one for every 100 or part
thereafter.
The latrines and urinals shall be adequately lighted and shall be maintained in a
clean and sanitary condition at all times
Latrines and urinals other than those connected with flush sewage system shall
comply with the requirements of Public Health Authorities.
Water shall be provided by means of tap or otherwise so as to conveniently
accessible in or near the latrines and urinals.
Disposal of excreta: Unless otherwise arranged by the local sanitary authority,
arrangements for proper disposal of excreta by incineration at the work place shall
be made by means of a suitable incinerator. Alternately excreta may be disposed
of by putting a layer of night soil at the bottom of pucca tank prepared for the
purpose and covering it with 15cm layer of waste or refuse and then covering it
with a layer of earth for a fortnight (then it will turn to manure). Alternatively, the
contractor shall provide movable toilet cabins. The sewage collected in the sewage
tanks fitted with the toilet cabins shall be evacuated every day.
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The contractor shall at his own expense, carry out all instructions issued to him by
the Engineer-in-charge to effect proper disposal of night soil and other
conservancy work in respect of the contractors workmen or employees of the site.
The contractor shall be responsible for payment of
any charges which may be
levied by the municipal or cantonment authority for execution of such on behalf.
30.4. Provision of shelter during rest
At every place there shall be provided free of cost, for suitable sheds two for
meals and other two for rest separately for the use of men and women labour.
The height of each shelter shall not be less than 3m from the floor level to the
lowest part of the shed roof. These shall be kept clean and the space provided
shall be on the basis of 0.6sqm per head.
Provided that the engineer-in-charge may permit subject to its satisfaction, a
portion of building under construction or other alternative accommodation to be
used for the purpose.
30.5. Canteens
In every work place where the work regarding the employment of contract labour
is likely to continue for six months and where in contract labour numbering 100 or
more are ordinarily employed an adequate canteen shall be provided by the
contractor for the use of such labour.
The canteen shall be maintained by the contractor in an efficient manner.
The canteen shall consist of at least a dining hall, kitchen, storeroom, pantry and
washing places separately for workers and utensils.
The floor shall be made of smooth and impervious materials and inside walls shall
be lime washed or colour washed at least once a year. Provided that the inside
walls of the kitchen shall be lime washed every four months.
The premises of the canteen shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition
Suitable arrangements shall be made for the collection of disposal of garbage.
Waste water shall be carried away in suitable covered drains and shall not be
allowed to accumulate so as to cause nuisance.
The dining hall shall accommodate at a time 30% of the contract labour working
at a time.
The floor area of the dining hall, excluding the area occupied by the service
counter and any furniture except tables and chairs shall not to be less than 1sqm
per diner to be accommodated as prescribed in sub-rule (i)
There shall be provided and maintained sufficient utensils crockery,
any other equipment necessary for efficient running of canteen
furniture and
The furniture, utensils and other equipment shall be maintained in a clean and
hygienic condition.
Suitable clean clothes for the employees serving in the canteen shall be provided
and maintained.
A service counter, if provided shall have top of smooth and impervious material.
e) Suitable facilities including an adequate supply of hot water shall be provided
for the cleaning of utensils and equipment.
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A portion of the dining hall and service counter shall be partitioned off and
reserved for women workers in proportion to their number.
Sufficient tables stools or benches shall be available for the number of diners to be
accommodated as prescribed herein
The food stuff and other items to be served in the canteen shall be in conformity
with the normal habits of the contract labour.
The charges of food stuffs, beverages and other items served in the canteen shall
be based on No profit no loss and shall be conspicuously displayed in the
canteen.
In arriving at the price of the foodstuffs and other article served in the canteen,
the following items shall not be taken in to consideration as expenditure namely:
a. The rent of land and building

b. The depreciation and maintenance charges for the building and equipment
provided for the canteen.
c. The purchase, repairs and replacement of equipment including furniture,
crockery, cutlery and utensils.
d. The water charges and other charges incurred for lighting and ventilation
e. The interest and amount spend on the provision and maintenance of
equipment provided for the canteen.
The accounts pertaining to the canteen shall be audited once every 12months by
registered accountants and auditors.
30.6. Anti-malarial precautions
The contractor shall at its own expense, conform to all anti-malarial instructions
given to him by Engineer-in-charge including the filing up of any borrow pits which
may have been dug by him.
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FORMAT
1: SAFETY INDUCTION / TRAINING

2: WORK SAFETY & RISK ANALYSIS WORK SHEET
3: HOT WORK PERMIT
4: HEIGHT WORK PERMIT
5: NIGHT WORK PERMIT
6: NEAR MISS INCIDENT REPORT
7: ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT
8: SCAFFLODING INSPECTION CHECK LIST
9: COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER INSPECTION CHECKLIST
10: CRANE & HYDRA CHECK LIST
11: LIFTING TOOLS AND TACKLES CHECK LIST
12: TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTION CHECK LIST
13; SAFETY IMPROVENT NOTICE
14: MONTHLY SAFETY AUDIT CHECK LIST
15: MONTHLY SAFETY REPORT
Page 47 of 66
PROJECT NAME
SAFETY INDUCTION / TRAINING
Contractor Name
Report No:
___ - CON IND - ___
Sub Contractor name

Location
No: of supervisors
Safety Induction given by
Date
No: of workers
Designation
Minimum points to be discussed

General Safety Rules
Housekeeping and waste disposal
Working at Height
Electrical Safety
Lifting practices
#
Name
Name and Signature of the Instructor
Personal Protective Equipment

Scaffolding and ladders
Hot work and gas cutting
First aid and Accident Reporting
Fire prevention and protection
Designation
Signature
Reviewed by (ACT)
Page 48 of 66
PROJECT NAME
WORK SAFETY & RISK ANALYSIS WORK SHEET (Page 1 of 2)
JSA Title
Validity
Contractor Name
From
To
Location
This JSA covers
Permits Required
(Tick applicable)
Confined Space
Hot Work
PPE Requirements
1.
Special Tool or Equipment Required

(Eg: Lighting, Scaffolding, Ventilation fans etc...)
2.
1.
3.
2.
4.
3.
5.
4.
Hazardous Materials (Attach MSDS)
Fire/Emergency Equipment requirements

(Eg: Fire Extinguisher, rescue gear etc...)
1.
1.
2.
2.
3.
3.
Excavation
Height Work
Night Work
Potential Environmental Hazards
Air pollution dust
Noise pollution
Spills
Other Potential Hazard to consider
Any Other Comments
Electrical
Light or Dark
Chemical
Dust/Fume
Manual Handling
Page 49 of 66
Project Name
WORK SAFETY & RISK ANALYSIS WORK SHEET (Page 2 of 2)
JSA Title
Date
Validity
From
Contractor Name
To
Location
New Risk
Rating
R=
P
S
P*S
Risk Rating
Step #
Job/Task
Hazards`
P
R=
P*S
Control Measures
Responsible
person
Risk Rating Scale

Likelihood or Probability (P)
Severity (S)
Risk Rating( R ) = Probability(P)* Severity(S)
0-No Risk
Impossible
0-No Impact
0-1
1 Low Risk
Impossible
1-Minor Injury
2 Moderate Risk
Possible
2- Minor Injury, Lost Time
2-4
Means Acceptable Level of risk. Ensure that
personnel are competent and adequately briefed on
residual risk and that control measures are reviewed
regularly
3 Likely/Occasional Occurrence
Likely
3-Severe Injury
4 Highly Likely /Regular Occurrence

Predictable
5- Inevitable
4-Multiple Severe Injury/Fatality

Inevitable
Means No Further Action Required
>4
Means Unacceptable Level of Risk. Revisit
design and review available control measures
5-Multiple Fatality
Risk Rating ( R ) = Consequences + Probability + Frequency ( C + P + F )
Page 50 of 66
PROJECT NAME
HOT WORK PERMIT

Contractor Name
Permit No:
___ - CON HWP- ___
Sub Contractor
name
Location
Date of Work
Hot work required for
Person in
Charge
Please authorize Hot work subject to precautionary measures as specified being undertaken
Submitted by
(Name)
Sign & Date
ACT Review and approval

The Hot Work as detailed above is approved for the date specified, subject to the following precautionary measures
being completed
Safety Manager
(ACT)
Sign & Date
Description
Work area cleared of all flammables and combustibles or protected by fire

resistant shields
Wall/Floor openings covered
Barricades and signage in place
Fire protection equipment (Fire extinguisher) provided Nos- _____
All equipments are in good working condition
Necessary PPEs are provided
Any other hazardous operation/Material in the area stopped/removed
Any other approval required.
Adequate ventilation is available if work is in confined space.
Yes
No
On completion of Work
The work has been completed at the work location and has confirmed that there is no risk of fire or explosion
Date
Completed
Name and Sign
Page 51 of 66
PROJECT NAME
HEIGHT WORK PERMIT

Contractor Name
Permit No:
Sub Contractor
Name
Location
Duration
Height work
required for
Person in
Charge
___ - CON HTP- ___
Please authorize Height work subject to precautionary measures as specified below being undertaken
Submitted by
(Name)
Sign & Date
Description
Yes
Scaffolding is safe and /Sturdy with secure working platform
Safety nets are provided
Railings and life line ropes are fixed securely around outer periphery.
Safety harness/Safety belts are provided
Other PPEs are provided
Proper lighting arrangements are provided for working in night
House keeping done for easy movement of personnels
Any other precautions (Mention below)
No

The Height Work as detailed above is approved for the duration specified, subject to the precautionary measures
being completed
Safety Manager (ACT)
Sign & Date
Page 52 of 66
PROJECT NAME
NIGHT WORK PERMIT

Contractor Name
Permit No:
Sub Contractor
Name
Location
Date of Work
Activities
Person in
Charge
___ - CON NWP- ___
Please authorize to work in night subject to precautionary measures as specified being undertaken
Submitted by
(Name)
Sign & Date
General Requirement:
Sufficient Lighting Provided:
Area to be cleaned after the work:
PPEs are to be provided
Tools and equipments are in good working condition
First aider available.
Emergency Vehicle:
Vehicle No.:
Details of Manpower
Any other precautions (Mention below)
Yes
No

The Night Work as detailed above is approved for the day specified, subject to the above precautionary measures
being completed
Sign & Date
Page 53 of 66
PROJECT NAME
NEAR MISS INCIDENT REPORT
Contractor Name
Report No:
___ - CON NMS - ___
Sub Contractor
Name
Date of incident
Location of Incident
Equipments involved
Name/s of the Observer or the persons involved
Company Name
Brief description of the incident
List of factors contributing to incident
What action was taken / suggested
Recommendations to prevent recurrence
Responsible person
Target date for the completion

Submitted by (Contractor)
Reviewed by (Archetype)
Name
Designation
Date
Work done as per recommendation
YES
NO
Page 54 of 66
PROJECT NAME
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT
Contractor Name
Report No:
___ - CON AIR - ___
Sub Contractor Name
Date submitted
Location of Accident
Injured person
( if applicable)
Employee # / ESI #
Details of Injury
Major
Evaluation of severity
potential
Serious
Minor
Probability of occurrence
Witness 1
Frequent
Occasional
Seldom
Witness 2
Description of Accident
Possible contributing factors ( Tick as applicable)
Guarding inadequate
Defective equipment / material
Use of incorrect tool / equipment
Fire or explosion hazard
Inadequate lighting / Ventilation
Lack of risk assessment
Poor house keeping
Exposure to Electricity
Lack of PPE
Congested work area
Inadequate training / Procedures
Lack of supervision
Mention other reasons if any

Root causes
Corrective action to prevent recurrence
Responsible Person/s for

corrective action
Date due
Name/s and
designation of
Investigation team
Sign and
date
Archetype review
ACT concur with the root causes and corrective actions recommended to prevent recurrence
Yes
No
If no give reason :Safety Manager

(ACT)
Sign & Date
Page 55 of 66
PROJECT NAME
SCAFFLODING INSPECTION CHECK LIST
Contractor Name
Permit No:
___ - CON SCF - ___
Sub Contractor Name

Location
Date of Inspection
Inspected by
Next Inspection due
Inspection Points
Scaffolding erected under the supervision of competent person.
Scaffolding is on a stable, level foundation with proper base plates and

capable of carrying maximum load.
Scaffold is vertical and adequate cross and horizontal bracings provided.
Hand rails and mid rails are fixed at correct height.
Ladder placed at correct angle.
Ladder projects 1m above the working platform.
Platform for working is at correct suitable height.
Toe boards are provided as per the requirement
For suspended scaffoldings life lines are to be firmly anchored to an

overhead structure.
10
Yes
No
Remarks
Body harness and necessary PPEs are issued.
Scaffolding mentioned at the above location is inspected and complying with the standards and Ready to Use.
Safety Manager
(ACT)
Sign & Date
Page 56 of 66
PROJECT NAME
COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Contractor
Name
Sub Contractor
Name
Inspn: No:
Location
Date
Inspected by
Next Inspection due
#
1
Inspection Points
Yes
Working pressure & test pressure (The date of last hydrostatic test)
1b
Labeling (Label must clearly identify the cylinder content )
1c
Cylinder serial number
1d
Identification color of the cylinder must be as per gas cylinder rules
Cracks, dents & corrosion on the cylinder body.
2b
Oil, grease or other foreign matter on the cylinder valve & exterior.
2c
Cylinders are leak proof
Marking on the valve
3a
Manufacturers symbol
3b
Working pressure
3c
Name of the gas
3d
LH or RH screw thread.
Valve condition
4a
Outlet & inlet connection threads for cleanliness.
4b
Thread condition.
5a
6
6a
Remarks
Cylinder body condition
2a
No
Markings / Labeling on the cylinder body
1a
___ - CON CGC - ___
Valve cap
Caps should be crewed when cylinder are not used.

Additional requirement for dissolved acetylene gas cylinder
The name of the manufacturer & the words. Acetylene properly

compressed into porous substances.
Notes
The checklist does not relieve the user of his responsibility with respect to safety.
Domestic LPG cylinder is allowed for only cooking purpose.
Submitted by (Cont)
Sign & Date
Reviewed by (ACT)
Sign & Date
Page 57 of 66
PROJECT NAME
CRANE & HYDRA CHECK LIST
Contractor Name
Instruction No:
Sub Contractor
Name
Location
Date
Inspected by
Next Inspection due
Equipment details
Registration #
Inspection Points
Yes
Proper & valid load test certificate available from authorized

representative of chief inspector of factories.
Registration number written on front and back
Crane operator having HMV license & properly trained
Trained rigger available
Operator conversant with usage of load chart
Brakes and control valves are in proper working condition.
Wire ropes and other associated components are free from defects.
Maximum safe working load displayed
All guards such as guard over gears, rotating shaft etc. & hook locking
latch are in place.
10
Is there any leakage of diesel or other oils
11
Limit switches are in proper working condition
12
Electrical safety devices are in working condition
13
Date of last load test done
14
Other remarks if any ( Mention below )
___ - CON CNH - ___
No
Remarks
The above Crane & Hydra found ( ) suitable ( ) not Suitable for use at site.
Submitted by
(Cont)
Sign & Date
Reviewed by
(ACT)
Sign & Date
Page 58 of 66
PROJECT NAME
LIFTING TOOLS AND TACKLES CHECK LIST
Contractor Name
Instruction No:
___ - CON LTT - ___
Sub Contractor Name

Location
Date
Inspected by
Next Inspection due
Equipment details
Registration #
Inspection Points
Yes
Proper and valid load test certificates available from authorized

representative of chief inspector of factories.
Maximum safe working load displayed on equipment.
All guards such as guard over gears, rotating shaft etc. are in place.
Wire rope without kinks /loose or broken strands.
Chain/hook without physical damage
No
Remarks
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
The above Crane & Hydra found ( ) suitable ( ) not Suitable for use at site.
Submitted by
(Cont)
Sign & Date
Reviewed by
(ACT)
Page 59 of 66
PROJECT NAME
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTION CHECK LIST
Contractor Name
Sub Contractor
Name
Inpection No:
Location
Date
Inspected by
Next Inspection due
Equipment / tools
details
Registration #
Basic information of Equipment
1a
Description/Specification
1b
Sl: No
1c
Make
1d
Year of Manufacture
___ - CON TEQ - ___
Details of major repairs or overhaul done
2a
Date
2b
Details of work done
2c
Any performance test

conducted
Document submitted
3a
Manufactures test /
Guarantee certificate
3b
Replacement / Repairs
3c
Performance test done
The above equipment/tool found suitable ( ) not Suitable ( ) for use at site.
Submitted by
(Cont)
Sign & Date
Reviewed by
(ACT)
Sign & Date
Page 60 of 66
PROJECT NAME
SAFETY IMPROVENT NOTICE
Contractor Name
Instruction No:
___- CONINS - ___
Sub Contractor Name

Location
Date
Issued to
Designation
You are hereby instructed to correct / rectify the following unsafe act / condition
Person/s involved if any

Response required by
Sign and date
PENALTY
The above unsafe act / condition is coming under ________ star category of Penalty and subsequently an amount of
INR _________/- is charged for the same. (Refer section 7 of ACT Safety Manual for penalty details)
Project Manager (ACT)
Sign and date
CONTRACTORS ACKNOLEDGEMENT
Received by (Name)
Designation
Sign and date
Contractors corrective action
Completed on
Copy to (In case of penalty imposed)
Commercial Manager, Project Director, Client
Page 61 of 66
PROJECT NAME
MONTHLY SAFETY AUDIT CHECK LIST
Contractor Name
Report No:
Location
Date
___ - CON ACL - ___
Audit Memebrs
#
Name
Legends:
Company
A Adequate at the time
B Needs Consideration
C Need immediate attention
D- Not applicable
Designation
Page 1 of 4
Status
Inspection points
General
1a
Posters, safety signs and warning and are posted.
1b
Emergency telephone numbers are posted.
1c
Assembly points are identified and marked.
1d
Safety meetings and tool box talks are held regularly.
1e
Accident reporting procedures established
1f
First aid kit available and adequately stocked
House Keeping
2a
General neatness of work area
2b
Projecting nails removed or bent over
2c
Waste containers provided and used
2d
Passageways and walkways clear
2e
Cords and leads off of the floor
2f
Sanitary facilities adequate and clear
Fire Prevention
3a
Fire extinguishers identified, checked, charged and accessible
3b
Hydrants clear access to public thorough fare open
3c
NO SMOKING posted and enforced where needed
3d
Flammable liquids properly stored
3e
Hot work permit system implemented
Remarks
Total of A, B, C, D
Page 62 of 66
Page 2 of 4
4
Electrical Installation
4a
No exposed electrical wires
4b
No broken insulation on cords
4c
Breaker panels have covers & breakers are labeled
4d
Electrical dangers posted
4e
No cracked or broken receptacle covers
Hand & Power Tools
5a
Tools and cords in good condition
5b
Proper grounding
5c
All mechanical safeguards in use
5d
Tools neatly stored when not in use
5e
Right tool being used for the job at hand
5f
Wiring properly installed
5g
Flexible cords and cables protected from damage
Fall Protection
6a
Safety rails and cables are secured properly
6b
Employees below protected from falling objects
6c
Are employees working more than 6' above a lower level protected by
guardrails, safety nets, personal fall arrest system
6d
Employees exposed to fall hazards are using body belts properly
Ladders
7a
Ladders extend at least 1m above the landing
7b
Ladders are secured to prevent slipping, sliding, or falling
7c
Properly secured, top and bottom
7d
Stepladders fully open when in use
7e
Ladders with split or missing rungs taken out of service.
Scaffolding
8a
All scaffolding erection properly supervised
8b
Erected on sound rigid footing & Tied to sound structure as required
8c
Scaffold plumb and square, with cross-bracing
8d
Guardrails, intermediate rails, toe boards and screens in place
8e
Planking is sound and sturdy
8f
Proper access provided
Floor & Wall Openings
9a
All floor or deck openings are planked over or barricaded
9b
Perimeter protection is in place
9c
Materials are stored away from edge

Total of A, B, C, D
Page 63 of 66
Page 3 of 4
10
Trenches, Excavation & Shoring
10a
Proper supervision including competent person designated daily
10b
Shoring and sheathing as needed for soil and depth
10c
Public roads and sidewalks supported and protected
10d
Underground utility installations been located
10e
Equipments are at safe distance from edge of trench or excavation
11
Material Handling & Storage
11a
Storage area neat and clear passageway
11b
Materials are properly stored or stacked
11c
Employees are using proper lifting methods
11d
Proper number of workers for each operation
12
Welding & Burning
12a
Gas cylinders stored upright and secured
12b
Proper separating distance between fuels and oxygen
12c
Burning/welding goggles or shields are used
12d
Fire extinguishers are provided nearby
12e
Hoses and regulators are in good condition
13
Hoists, Cranes & Derrick
13a
Outriggers are extended and swing radius barricade in place
13b
Chains and sling inspected and tagged as required
13c
All equipment properly lubricated and maintained
13d
Power lines inactivated, removed, or at safe distance
13e
Inspection and maintenance logs maintained
13f
Signalmen work as instructed and trained
14
Flammable gases and liquids
14a
Correct containers used and Containers are clearly identified
14b
Stored properly fire rated cabinets
14c
Fire hazards checked after hours inspections
14d
Fire extinguisher protection
14e
Carts for moving cylinders secured upright during moves
15
Concrete Construction
15a
Forms properly installed and braced
15b
Adequate shoring, plumbed and cross braced
15c
Shoring remains in place until strength is attained
15d
Nails and stripped form material removed from area
15e
Traffic planned and routed
15f
Waste concrete placement is acceptable

Total of A, B, C, D
Page 64 of 66
Page 4 of 4
16
Steel erection
16a
Perimeter guard rail installed
16b
Safety nets or platforms are provided
16c
Containment of fire , sparks, and slag
16d
Ladders, stairs, or other access provided
16e
Safe man position while climbing, changing position or stationary
17
Masonry
17a
Proper scaffolding
17b
Masonry saws properly equipped
17c
Safe hoisting equipment
17d
Dust protection provided
18
Motor Vehicles and Traffic Management
18a
Regular inspection, maintenance, and service
18b
Speed limit control maintained
18c
Vehicles other equipment with an obstructed view to the rear have a

backup alarm or used with an observer
18d
Parking not to obstruct traffic or work operations
18e
Current licenses maintained
19
Stairs
19a
Are flights of stairs with 4 or more risers equipped with standard

stair railings or handrails
20
Personal Protection
20a
Hazard evaluation accomplished and certified
20b
Hard-hats and Safety shoes / Gum Boots
20c
Ear protection wherever required
20d
Adequate fall protection, harnesses provided
20e
Hand protection, gloves
21
Miscellaneous
21a
Is a written Hazard Communication Program on site including MSDS,

materials list, container labeling, employee training
21b
Is exposure to lead or lead based paint, asbestos are controlled

Total of A, B, C, D
OVERALL SAFETY RATING
Sub Total A
____ + _____ + _____+ ______ =
Total Marks = 3 X Sub Total A
Sub Total B
____ + _____ + _____+ ______ =
Total Marks = 2 X Sub Total B
Sub Total C
____ + _____ + _____+ ______ =
Total Marks = 1 X Sub Total C
Sub Total D
____ + _____ + _____+ ______ =
Total Marks =3 x Sub Total D
Overall Total
Total Marks
300 (3x Sub Total D____)=
Safety rating based on the Audit = Overall Total X 100

Total Marks
%
%
Last week rating

Name and Signature Safety Manager (Contractor)
Name and Signature Safety Manager (ACT)
Page 65 of 66
PROJECT NAME
MONTHLY SAFETY REPORT
Contractor Name
Report for the month of
CUMULATIVE TOTAL SAFE MAN HOURS

Total No: of site employees
Employ Man day
Employee Man hour
Number of Workers Inducted for this month

Number of tool box talks done for this month
No: of First Aid cases
(On site treatments)
No: of Medical Aids

(Attended by Hospitals)
No: of LTAs
No: of Work days lost to

Injury
No: of Near Misses
No: of Penalties imposed
No: of fires
No: of Safety improvement notices
No: of Equipment Accidents
No: of safety Audits conducted
No: of property damage cases
No: of Mock drills Fire/Evacuation
No: of Environmental related cases
No: of hazardous materials reports
No: of fatalities
No: of Equipment inspection Reports
Attachments
Safety committee MOM
Accident Investigation Reports
Property damage Reports
Near miss incident report
Safety Statistics
Percentage Man hours lost
Total Man hours lost x 1000,000

Total No: of Man hours worked
Accident Incident Rate
Total No: of LTAsx 100,000

Total No: of Employees worked
Accident frequency Rate
Total No: of LTAsx 100,000

Total No: of Man hours worked
For Contractor
Name
Sign & Date
Name
Sign & Date
Prepared by Safety manager

Approved by Project manager
For Archetype
Reviewed by Safety manager
Accepted by Project manager
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GENERAL PROVISIONS ......................................................................................... 5

ELEMENTS OF CONSTRUCTION SAFETY .................................................................. 7

SAFETY ORGANISATION ....................................................................................... 9

SAFETY COMMITTEE ........................................................................................... 10

SAFETY INDUCTION AND TRAINING ..................................................................... 11

COMMUNICATION & MEETINGS ........................................................................... 12

SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND REPORTS ................................................................... 13

WORK PERMITS ................................................................................................. 14

PERSONNEL PROTECTION ................................................................................... 14

ACCIDENT PREVENTION, REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION ................................. 15

ACCIDENT STATISTICS .................................................................................... 17

HOUSEKEEPING AND SANITATION .................................................................... 18

PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENT ....................................................................... 19

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCIES ......................................................................... 20

SAFETY VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES ............................................................... 22

IDENTIFYING HAZARDS, ASSESSING AND CONTROLLING RISKS .......................... 25

WORK SAFETY ANALYSIS ................................................................................. 26

WORK IN CONFINED SPACES ........................................................................... 27

MOTOR VEHICLES, TRANSPORTATION & ROAD SAFETY ....................................... 27

HEIGHT SAFETY .............................................................................................. 29

CRANES, HOISTS AND LOAD SHIFTING EQUIPMENT............................................ 32

EXCAVATION AND SHORING ............................................................................ 35

HANDLING AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS.......................................................... 36

CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION ............................................................................. 40

MASONARY WORKS ......................................................................................... 42

HEALTH & HYGIENE STANDARDS ...................................................................... 42

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FORMAT 1: SAFETY INDUCTION / TRAINING ............................................................... 47

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1.5. Standards and References

IS: 3696 (Part I) -1987

IS: 3696 (Part II)-1991

Safety code for demolition of building (first

Safety code for working in compressed air

Safety code for piling and other deep foundations

Safety code for erection of structural steel work

Safety code for handling and storage of building

Protective Barriers in and Around Buildings Code of Safety

IS: 13416-1992 Part 1

IS: 13416-1992 Part 2

Recommendations for preventive measures

IS: 13416-1994 Part 3

Recommendations for preventive measures

IS: 13416-1994 Part 4

Recommendations for preventive measures

Safety code for scaffolds and ladders: Part I

Environmental, Health & Safety Manual

IS: 13416-1994 Part 5

Recommendations for preventive measures

2. ELEMENTS OF CONSTRUCTION SAFETY

Safety signs and notices.

g. Records, registers and forms.

Lists of contacts on site e.g. Foreman, first aid etc.

k. Provide adequate information on hazards, as well as instruction, training

Provide personal protective equipment appropriate for the job.

m. Provide adequate welfare facilities such as amenities and first aid.