SAFE USE OF CHEMICALS

Oman L.L.C.

1.0 Purpose

To ensure that the risks to health from exposure to hazardous substances are:

Identified and assessed

Existing control measures reviewed (where assessments have already been carried out)
and checked for effectiveness
Identifying new or additional control measures to reduce risks to as low as is reasonably
practicable

2.0 Scope

Chemical assessments are required where any substance hazardous to health is in use within the
Strabag Oman LLC Projects .

3.0 Responsibility

Assessor Responsible for carrying out assessment(s) of substances on

the Site Register (Appendix A) and recommending actions
to reduce risk from exposure. Discussing actions (and to
whom they should be assigned) with the Health & Safety
Coordinator.

HSE Manager Responsible for implementation of assessment programme

(and reviews), monitoring progress of the programme and
that actions identified are completed.

4.0 Undertaking Assessment

Substance Schedule

The substance schedule is a complete list of all chemicals and substances, which are
stored or used within the Project. These also include substances which may be used by
contractors.

Name

This is the product name as allocated by the manufacturer/supplier of the substance.

Supplier

Enter the Name, address and contact telephone number of the supplier of the substance. If
more than one supplier is used for the same substance, list all suppliers.

Storage Area

Is the substance stored in a centralised store or in different locations within the premises?
Enter the area where the substance is stored, in multiple locations use the abbreviation
ML.

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Quantity Stored

Dependant on the substance, special precautions may be required for the storage. Enter
the maximum amount that will be stored at any one time within the organisation.

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Before purchasing any chemical or substance the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
should be obtained from the potential supplier, the information contained within the MSDS
will allow an assessment to be made on the safe storage and use of the substance. Enter
either Yes/No and where the MSDS is filed.

Assessment Required

Is an Assessment required? Answer either Yes/No.

Assessment Number

Each Assessment should be given its own unique number, which references the storage
area, department/area used. The HSE Manager will issue these numbers.

Assessment Date

Enter the date that the assessment was completed and approved for use by the HSE
Manager.

Review Date

Dependant on the material, substance or use, the Assessment will require a review; the
review date will be ascertained by the Health & Safety Coordinator.

5.0 Assessment Form

Substance Name

This is the product name as allocated by the manufacturer/supplier of the substance.

Hazard Label

Enter the description of the hazard label, either Irritant, Toxic, corrosive etc.

Physical Description

Enter the physical description of the material or substance; this could be Solid, Dust Fume
Liquid etc.

Chemical Names/Components

The substance could be made up of different components, put the chemical names of the
components within this field.

Maximum Exposure Limits (MELs)

Maximum Exposure Limits cannot be exceeded under any circumstances and some form
of monitoring may be required to ensure the limit is not exceeded. The MEL should be
clearly on the MSDS.

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Occupational Exposure Limits (OESs)

Occupational Exposure Limits are also detailed within the MSDS, where an OES has been
allocated steps will be required to evidence that controls in place are reducing exposure to
or below the stated limit.

Description of Process

Describe the process in which the substance is to be used, this should also include the
physical layout of the environment i.e. confined space, open air etc., the people at risk from
exposure and so on.

Possible Route of Entry

What are the possible routes of entry into the body of the substance or material? Dust is an
obvious inhalation route but may also enter the body through contact on the skin

Are Hazardous Levels of Exposure Likely

During the different stages (from storage to disposal) of use of the material or substance,
are hazardous levels of exposure likely.

Is there a Risk to Health

Answer Yes or No if there is a risk to health to anyone who may be affected by the material
or substance. This could be the person who is using the substance or another employee,
contractor or a member of the public.

Control Measures & Precautions Required During Use, Mixing Etc.

The following hierarchy of controls should be adopted when completing this section: -

1. Elimination of substance.
2. Reduction or substitution.
3. Engineering controls - isolation from person
- Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV)
4. Procedural Controls
5. Personal protective equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required

The use of Personal Protective Equipment must be the last control measure adopted,
when all other forms of control are not available. When specifying the use of PPE it must
be made clear the type of PPE, which is to be, used i.e. Neoprene Gloves, Grade 1 Safety
Goggles, type of respirator and cartridge to be used.

First Aid Procedures

First Aid procedures for the material or substance will be found within the MSDS.

Acute and Chronic Effects

Detail whether the material or substance will create acute or chronic effects and the target
organs.

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Training & Instruction

All persons who will be using the material or substance within the workplace will require
training and instruction.

Initial training via induction will provide details of where the MSDS Sheets are located and
how to follow the precautions.

Secondary training will be given to Foremen, Supervisors and Managers detailing the
collation and management of MSDS sheets, distribution amongst the workforce and
ensuring that they are maintained up to date.

When using a new substance on the project the MSDS sheet will be used as a Toolbox
Talk Topic to ensure that the hazards and precautions are clearly communicated to the
workforce.

Workplace Monitoring

Workplace monitoring may be required, detail the type of monitoring that will be required
i.e. monitoring of hands for dermatitis by workplace foreman.

Health Surveillance and/or Biological Monitoring

Health or Biological Monitoring may be a statutory requirement; this will be detailed within
the MSDS. Detail the type of Surveillance that will be required and how to get it set up.

Measures to Protect /Other Staff/contractors

What measures can be put in place to prevent exposure to other who may be affected by
the process. This can be achieved by working out of hours, separation etc.

Transport Requirements

Special transport requirements will be detailed within the MSDS

Storage Requirements

Special storage requirement will be stated within the MSDS

Spillage Procedure

Enter the requirement from the MSDS for the procedure of cleaning up spills

Disposal Procedure

What is the safe procedure for the disposal of the material or substance, does it have a
waste category?

Inspection & Testing of Ventilation or Respiratory Equipment

If the use of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems (LEVs) or Respirators has been specified,
insert the testing periods of the equipment i.e. daily/weekly/monthly inspection, 14 month
examinations etc.

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Assessment Summary

Enter a brief summary of the assessment and any other relevant information that could be
required

Assessment Record Details

To be completed by the assessor and the HSE Manager

6.0 Forms
Appendix

Substance Schedule A

COSHH Assessment Form B

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Appendix A

Assessment Form and Schedule

Name Supplier Storage Area Quantity Data Sheet Assessment Assessment Assessment Assessment
Stored Required Number Date review Date
Yes/No
TRICHLOROETHYLENE Scorpion In open air 200 litres Yes Yes
chemical Bunded area available
factory at
LLC Laboratory
Pantrahit-N Ha-Be In sealed 3000-4000 Yes No
Middle container at LITRES available
east Oman batching
LLC plant
Micro silica Ha-Be In fixed 20 TONNES Yes YES
Middle metal available
east Oman cylinder
LLC vessels and
metal
containers
BATTERY ACID OMAN MECHANICAL 5 LITRES Yes YES
CHEMICAL WORKSHOP *4 available
CO CONTAINERS
LLC(Al-
BAHJA
GROUP)

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Appendix B

Substance Or Material Assessment

Substance Name Silica
Hazard Label Warning
Physical Description Blue green powder

Maximum Exposure Occupational

Chemical Names/Components Limits Exposure
15 Min 8Hr TWA Standard
15 Min 8Hr TWA
Silicon dioxide or microslica or 6 mg./m3 inhalable
amorphous silica,sio2 dust
4 mg/m3 for
respirable dust

Description Of Process

Silica is used in batching process as an ingredient to make concrete, done using computer system
mixed in and all materials an automated confined processing unit

Possible Routes Of Entry

Route Of Entry Very Likely Likely Unlikely Very Unlikely
Ingestion
Absorption
Inhalation
Skin Damage
Through Contact
Injection

Are Hazardous Levels Of Exposure Likely? (If no controls are used)

Activity Very Likely Likely Unlikely Very Unlikely
Storage & Handling
Transportation
Mixing Concentrate
Normal Use
Disposal

Is There A Risk To Health? (Yes/No) Yes,

If yes, please complete the following sections.

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Control Measures & Precautions Required During Use, Mixing, etc.

N.B. Elimination or substitution of the substance must be considered prior to specifying
in this section engineering or working controls.
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use
ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure
limit.
On small scale, handle the dust with local exhaust fitted to
dissipate the dust.
For large-scale use closed system to transfer. Loading and,
unloading.

Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure

to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self
contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the
product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult
a specialist BEFORE handling this product
Use Personal protective equipment Splash proof googles,
Impermeable Rubber gloves, boots and overall.
Avoid inhalation of dust wear a CE marked respirator during dust
generation operation, u
a eye wash facilities should be available

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required

N.B. PPE must only be used as a control measure if no other form of control is available.
In indicating requirement for PPE, state type (i.e. Neoprene gloves, carbon monoxide
cartridge gas mask, etc.).
Activity Eye Gloves RPE (i.e. Mask) Other PPE
Protection
Storage & Handling Safety Rubber Approved overall
googles gloves rispirator
Transportation -- --- --- ---
Mixing Concentrate Splash Rubber Approved Overall and gumboot
proof gloves rispirato
googles
Normal Use Splash Rubber Approved Gum boot
proof gloves rispirato
googles
Disposal Splash Rubber Approved Gum boot
proof gloves rispirato
googles

First Aid Procedures

Ingestion Contact physician
Eye Contact Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes, lifting the upper and lower lid then get
medical aid immediately
Inhalation Remove from the exposure and move to fresh air
immediately, if not breathing give artificial
respiration,if breathing is difficult give oxygen
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Skin Contact Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothes and
shoes, wash clothing before re-use
Other ----

Other Relevant/Supporting Information & Procedures

Acute & Chronic Effects
Acute (Short Term) Chronic (Long Term)

Irritation of mucus membranes, sneezing The substance may be toxic to

and coughing, brief contact with skin
is not toxic
lungs, upper respiratory tract.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to
the substance can produce target
organs damage.
Training & Instruction Required

Workplace Monitoring
Monitor that all the operatives handling the dust are using required
PPEs. The area is well ventilated and and way from heat all the time.

Health Surveillance and/or Biological Monitoring

Lungs function test

Measures To Protect Tenants/Public/Other Staff/Contractors

Transport Requirements

Not regulated as hazardous materials

Storage Requirements

Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-

ventilated area.
Spillage Procedure
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste
disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional
authority requirements.

Large Spill:
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated
surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful
that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV.
Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Disposal Procedure
Waste resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site
or at an approved waste disposal facility
Inspection & Testing Of Ventilation &/Or Respiratory Equipment

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Assessment Summary

Assessment Record Details

Assessment No.: Review Date:
Assessor: Responsible Person For Review:

If You Feel Unwell Whilst Using, or After Using This Product, Please Report To Your
Manager/Supervisor.

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