CS Construction & Geotechnic Pte. Ltd.
, CS Bored Pile Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety Policy
System Pte. Ltd., L&M Foundation Specialist Pte. Ltd.,
Double Wong Foundation Pte. Ltd., Soil Investigation
Pte. Ltd., THL Foundation Equipment Pte. Ltd., Wisescan
Engineering Services Pte. Ltd., Borneo Geotechnic Sdn.
Bhd., G-Pile Sistem Sdn. Bhd., Spectest Sdn. Bhd.
Safety Handbook
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Published on 1 April 2012
President/Group CEOs Message
Your safety is our utmost concern.
The Group is committed to delivering quality work to all
our clients, within agreed time schedule and free from
incidents or injuries. Safety is something that we will not
compromise under any circumstance.
We fully recognise the importance of identifying and
minimising the risks and impacts that may affect the
health, safety and the environment of our workforce as
well as the members of the public. To build upon CSC
Groups achievement in all areas of operational excellence,
I am counting on each and everyone of us to continuously
commit to our Safe Work Practices which are designed to
identify, assess, mitigate or eliminate risks.
I therefore, urge YOU to use this easy-to-use reference
manual frequently as a reminder of our Safe Work
Practices and support the tenets of operations.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment. Stay Safe Today
and Everyday.
See Yen Tarn
President/Group CEO
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President/Group CEO defines the Quality, Environmental
and Occupational Health & Safety (QEHS) Policy as follows:
To deliver the highest quality of works, through the
identification of customer requirements and statutory
requirements.
The management will do its utmost best to provide an
accident-free workplace for all employees and interested
parties as well as a sustainable green environment by
ensuring the outputs of work activities do not cause undue
pollution to the society.
The company will strive to prevent environmental, health &
safety hazards that are undesirable to employees and
interested parties through continual reviews and
improvement of its integrated management system.
Complying with the applicable regulations as required by
Ministry of Manpower, relevant authorities and the
clients.
General Rules
1. The employee is responsible for and must wear the
appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at
all times while at work.
2. PPE must not be abused, and if damaged must be
replaced before continuing the work.
3. All accidents, property damage, dangerous
occurrences or near-misses must be reported to the
safety department immediately, failing which CSC
shall not accept to entertain the case.
4. No smoking while operating the machines.
5. Anyone caught stealing, fighting or causing property
damage will be disciplined and may be subject to
immediate dismissal at the Managements discretion.
6. Follow safety instruction; do not take chances. If you
do not know, ask.
7. Immediately correct and report unsafe conditions.
8. Observe and obey all warning signs.
9. Horseplay will not be tolerated.
10. Use the right tools and equipment for the job and use
them safely.
11. Always follow Safe Work Procedures.
12. The use, possession or being under the influence of
illegal drugs or intoxicants is prohibited on site.
13. Any electrical connections, alterations and repairs
should only be done by competent electrician.
 Lifting Operations
General Rules
14. All non-life threatening accidents cases which require
medical attention must be referred to companys
designated hospital (Raffles Hospital). Company will
not reimburse medical fees if the injured employee is
referred to other hospital/clinic.
15. Do not carry out work without an approved Permit-
To-Work, where PTW for the work is in force. Never wrap a sling around L must be greater than S
16. Follow all the other safety rules as stated in the
Severe bending
companys Safety Management System, failing which
penalty shall be served on employees according to
the infringement fines as stated in the Safety
Management System.

No job is so urgent or Severe bending can cause breakage of sling

important that we cannot take

time and effort to do it
SAFELY

No person is allowed to stand Always use tagline to control the load

under a suspended load
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Lifting Operations Manual Handling

Broken wire Bird caging

Kinked Crushed

All damaged slings must be removed from site

Follow these rules during lifting operations:
Inspect lifting gear and lifting machine before use.
Use only approved rigging equipment.
Use proper rigging technique.
Never overload the lifting gear or lifting machine.
Lifting must be done gradually with the load lifted 1~2 inches
off the ground initially to check stability.
Never stand under a suspended load.
Lifting crew must understand their specific duties and
responsibilities and must stop any lifting work if an unsafe
condition is identified.
Always insert padding or use lifting frame to prevent severe
bending or breakage of sling.

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Welding and electrical safety

Every employee must use and wear PPE while working on

site. The type of PPE used will depend on the nature of
work. However, basic PPE such as safety helmet, safety
boots and reflective vest must be worn at all times. Rod holder must be fully
Earth rod must be inserted Face shield must be worn
insulated

Helmet with chin strap Dust mask

Proper clamp must be used Standby fire extinguisher Cable must be kept tidy

Ear plugs Ear mufflers

DB box must be locked Do not lay cable on ground Warning sign must be
at all times displayed clearly

Safety harness Safety boots Rubber safety boots

ELCB must be installed in Electrical hand tools must be inspected Cable to be hung on
DB box by LEW monthly and documented insulated hook
Welding gloves Rubber gloves Reflective vest

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Excavation safety Waste Management & Housekeeping

Risk Assessment briefing Banksman to guide Do not leave the door

for Operator before work excavator during open when the operator
starts operations is not present

Bucket should be placed Blinker light must be

Do not operate machinery
facing downward when not in working in good condition
which emits black smog,
send it for servicing use to avoid collecting water

Standby fire extinguisher Provide proper access

in the cabin in case of fire ladder for trenches >
1.2m deep

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Safety in Load Test Erection Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to the following)

General worker

1. Obey all safety instructions.

2. Avoid horseplay and unsafe practices that can result
in incident/accident.
Area must be cordoned
off with Danger signage to
Concrete blocks to be Safety harness must 3. Make full and proper use of all Personal Protective
seated on steel plates be anchored while
prevent unauthorised for stability purpose working at height Equipment and safety devices provided.
entry 4. Report unsafe conditions, injuries and incidents to
Supervisor immediately.
5. Practice good housekeeping at all times.
6. Ask the Supervisor if you are not sure of how to do
the work safely.
7. Do not engage in a fight with fellow workers, refer all
Steel plates must be Lifting lugs must be Use certified mancage for
provided for safe crane checked before lifting transporting workers
disputes to Supervisor.
footing onto the ground 8. Ensure that proper Risk Assessment (RA) has been
briefed to you by your Supervisor before work is
carried out.
9. Do not carry out work without approved Permit-To-
Work.
10. Always follow Safe Work Procedure.
Chipped or cracked concrete blocks must not be
used and should be discarded from site

Follow these rules during load test erection:

Inspect lifting gear and lifting machine before use.
Area to be cordoned off to prevent unauthorised entry.
Workers must anchor safety harness while at height.
Lifting crew including crane operator must coordinate with one and
another properly.
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Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to the following) Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to the following)

Rigger / Signalman Lifting Supervisor

1. All riggers and signalmen must be suitably qualified 1. Ensure all lifting operations are carried out in
with accredited training qualification. accordance with safety requirements both legal and
2. Must follow instructions as given by Lifting Supervisor. in-house requirements.
3. Must follow standard rigging and signalling methods 2. Stop all lifting operations immediately if unsafe
to avoid confusion. condition is spotted.
4. Must work together as a team with the Lifting 3. Ensure lifting crew are properly briefed before lifting
Supervisor and Crane Operator. operations are carried out.
5. Shall discontinue any lifting operations if unsafe 4. Follow Safe Work Procedure and Risk Assessment at
condition is spotted during lifting operations. Report all times.
to Lifting Supervisor immediately. 5. Ensure that Permit-To-Lift is approved with necessary
6. Always follow Safe Work Procedure. Lifting Plan.

Machine operator Site Supervisor / Site Foreman

1. Operate the required machinery which they are 1. Ensure works performed in accordance with clients
competent in. safety requirements.
2. Perform daily maintenance check of the machine. 2. Coordinate and execute work safely.
3. Follow Safe Work Procedure. 3. Ensure safety procedures are followed at all times.
4. Lock the cabin door if the machine is unattended to. 4. Report an unsafe act or unsafe condition to WSHS
5. Do not move the machine without proper instruction / WSHC and rectify immediately if life threat is
or Banksman guiding the movement. present.
6. To coordinate lifting operations with and the advice of 5. Supervise the work closely and act swiftly if work is
the lifting Supervisor, and diligently keep a safe lookout done in a haphazard manner.
during machinery operations with signalman and rigger.
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 Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to the following) Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to the following)

Project Coordinator Project Engineer

1. Responsible for coordinating manpower, plant & 1. Ensure Risk Assessment is done before work is
equipment and materials arrangement. executed.
2. Monitor work progress and ensure work is carried out 2. Ensure work is done according to Safe Work Procedure.
safely. 3. Ensure work is done according to clients safety
3. Verify records and reports submitted by Site requirements.
Supervisors. 4. Accountable for all safety related issues and ensure
4. Ensure work is carried out according to Safe Work all safety shortcomings are addressed properly before
Procedure. work is continued.

Mechanics Project Manager

1. Execute repairing or servicing according to Safe Work 1. Overall in charge of projects in terms of progress &
Procedure and machine maintenance instructions. safety.
2. Use and wear appropriate PPE when carrying out 2. Accountable for all safety related issues and ensure all
repair work. safety shortcoming are addressed properly before work
3. Report all unsafe conditions to Site and WSHS/WSHC is continued.
immediately. 3. Represent project team in attending to clients safety
4. Consult expertise from specialist if unsure of how to requirements.
repair the machine. 4. Provide technical and engineering support to the
5. Do not take short cut when repairing the machine. operations team and ensure work is executed safely.
6. Keep proper record of maintenance report for future
reference.

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Accident Reporting Procedure Emergency Contact Numbers

Accident
External contacts:-
Report to supervisor Supervisor reports to site FIRE - 995
& First Aider WSHS / WSHC
AMBULANCE - 995
Only requires first Attend to injured and WSHS /WSHC reports to POLICE - 999
aid treatment give treatment EHS Mgr. & PM
RAFFLES HOSPITAL - 6311 1111
Worker returns to If further treatment is SINGAPORE GH - 6321 4311
work required, send to nearest
Raffles Clinic / Hospital TAN TS HOSPITAL - 6256 6011
TRAFFIC LIGHT - 1800 225 5582
Site conduct accident
investigation
PIPED GAS SUPPLY - 1800 752 1800
SINGTEL CABLE - 6484 4370
More than Hospitalisation more than Life threatening / Dangerous
3 days MC 24 hrs / amputation case Fatal case occurrence Internal contacts:-
Guard House - 6500 4767
WSHO submits WSHO submits i-report Stop work, call Stop work,
i-report within within 10 days after police, ambulance inform MOM (Corporate Head Office)
10 days after accident occurrence & MOM
accident Brandon Toh - 9757 5568
occurrence
Accident review by Committee of WSHO submits (Corporate EHS Mgr.)
project safety inquiry i-report within
committee and follow 10 days after Balaraman Deivakumar - 9152 4266
up with necessary accident
actions occurrence (LMFS EHS Mgr.)
WSHO submits i-
report within 10
days after accident
Mohammed Ismail Nanwi - 9025 1096
Follow up
occurrence actions (CSCG EHS Mgr.)
Chandrasekar Baskar - 9276 1004
Follow up actions (CSBP EHS Mgr.)
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