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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Assessment Form and Schedule

Name Supplier Storage Area Quantity Data Sheet Assessment Assessment Assessment Assessment
Stored Required Number Date review Date
Yes/No

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Substance Or Material Assessment

Substance Name Pantarhit-N
Hazard Label The product is not subject to identification
regulation under EU directives
Physical Description Dark brown liquid density 1.22 gm/m3

Maximum Occupational Exposure

Chemical Names/Components Exposure Standard
Limits 15 Min 8Hr TWA
15 Min 8Hr
TWA
Superplasticizer for concrete Not Not classified as
classified hazardous
as
hazardous

Description Of Process

Added to precast and ready mix concrete plants with dosage range of .2-
205 mass % of the cement content

Possible Routes Of Entry

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

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

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

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

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.

Use and handle in open or well ventilated area;

In closed area use local exhaust system.
Use Splash proof googles, Impermeable Rubber gloves, Overall.

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. Other PPE
Protection Mask)
Storage & Handling Splash Impermeabl n/a Overall
proof e Rubber
gloves
Transportation Splash - n/a Overall
proof
Mixing Concentrate Splash Impermeabl n/a Overall
proof e Rubber
gloves
Normal Use Splash Impermeabl n/a Overall
proof e Rubber
gloves
Disposal Splash Impermeabl n/a Overall
proof e Rubber
gloves

First Aid Procedures

Ingestion Consult a doctor
Eye Contact Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running
water
Inhalation Supply fresh air, consult a doctorin case of complain
Skin Contact No irritant or other
Other No

Other Relevant/Supporting Information & Procedures

Acute & Chronic Effects
Acute (Short Term) Chronic (Long Term)
no no
Training & Instruction Required

General health hygiene and safety instruction needed.

Workplace Monitoring
Void not required
Health Surveillance and/or Biological Monitoring

Void-not required

Measures To Protect Tenants/Public/Other Staff/Contractors

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Void-not required

Transport Requirements

Void no special requirement needed

Storage Requirements

Void no special requirement, except keep in cool area away from

direct sun light.

Spillage Procedure
-Dilute with plenty of water do not allowed to enter sewage surface or
ground water
-No dangerous substance will release
-Absorb with liquid binder

Disposal Procedure
Small amounts may be diluted with plenty of water and washed away.
Dispose of bigger amounts in accordance with Local Authority
requirements.
Smaller quantities can be disposed of with household waste.
Inspection & Testing Of Ventilation &/Or Respiratory Equipment

Not required

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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