Site Specific Safety Policy Generic Sample HOWARD IMMEL INC.

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1 Site Specific Safety Policy Generic Sample HOWARD IMMEL INC. The following are the safety and environmental requirements applicable to the work being performed at the construction site. This policy applies to all contractor employees and the employees of their subcontractors, vendors, or visitors to the jobsite. Beyond the following specific requirements, all policies, procedures, and rules as provided by the owner and/or customer, OSHA Regulations as stated in 29 CFR parts 1910 and 1926, and requirements stated in the Howard Immel Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual will be upheld. Howard Immel Inc. is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. With cooperation from the employees and supervision of all associated contractors, we expect a ZERO INJURY jobsite. 1.0 Duties of Individual Subcontractors 1.1 The Contractor Shall: Require all work performed by employees, subcontractors, and agents be performed in accordance with the requirements of this policy, federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, standards, ordinances, and applicable requirements of Howard Immel Inc. All policies, rules, and regulations must be communicated to all employees, subcontractors, and agents before they arrive on the jobsite Be solely responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment during the execution of their work activities. Take reasonable measures to prevent injury to all persons on the site and/or damage to the site or surroundings as a result of any contractor or subcontractor work activities Remove any employee from the site at the request of Howard Immel Inc. without question Require that all tools and equipment be inspected prior to use and are in proper working order. Use of unsafe tools and equipment is prohibited: such items must be immediately tagged "Removed From Service" Howard Immel Inc. has implemented a fine system for failure to wear hard hats on our projects. A $100 fine can be issued per individual in violation of this policy. A Change Order deduct to the Subcontractor Agreement will be issued for EACH individual per occurrence. Money collected will be used to promote safety on the jobsite or donated to charity Howard Immel Inc. requires that all employees working on the site wear safety reflective vests or, if allowed by state or local laws, a bright orange or green shirt until all site excavation is complete. The site superintendent will determine when safety vests are no longer required All supervisors are responsible for keeping their employees informed of the polices, rules, regulations, and for providing positive direction. Employees will be held accountable for their on-the-job performance and for abiding by the policies, rules and regulations of Howard Immel Inc Cardinal Safety Rules: If any employee, subcontractor, or agent is in Willful or Serious violation of any of the below listed Cardinal Safety Rules, the violating employee will be removed from the jobsite immediately. All other safety violations are in accordance with Immel s disciplinary action policy. Cardinal Safety Rules 1

2 1.1.9a - Confined Space: Identify confined spaces and follow written confined space entry procedures b - Fall Protection: Use fall protection systems when working at heights of 6 feet or greater c - Hazardous Energy: Before working on machines or equipment, isolate all forms of hazardous energy, secure them with locks and tags, then verify Zero Energy State d - Trenching & Excavating: Proper protective systems, sloping, or benching must be used in accordance with the applicable regulations. A Competent Person must oversee all work activity e - Substance Abuse Policy: Immel prohibits employees from working under the influence of, possessing, consuming, or selling intoxicants, narcotics, illegal or unauthorized drugs while on company premises or jobsites f - Negative Image To Immel & Its Customers: All employees must be professional at all times, both in appearance and action. We will not tolerate harassing conduct or violence that interferes with an employee s work performance, or that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work place. The above list of Cardinal Safety Rules is not intended to be all inclusive of the events or circumstances that may result in disciplinary action, including and up to termination. All other safety violations not listed above will follow Immel s disciplinary action policy and that of our subcontractors Any violation of company policies outside of the Cardinal Safety Rules will written up on Immel s Company Safety, SWPPP, I-9 Badging Reminder form. After the third offense of any combination of related violations, that employee will be removed from the jobsite. Documentation will be given to the contractor after each violation Howard Immel Inc. requires that all contractors who are using equipment indoors that has the possibility of emitting Carbon Monoxide (CO) to supply, maintain, and utilize their own accurate and reliable CO monitors on the jobsite. Contractors must also supply any equipment including ventilation to comply with any federal, state, local, or owner regulations pertaining to exposure to Carbon Monoxide. 2.0 Substance Abuse 2.1 Substance abuse testing and criteria will be in accordance with the Howard Immel Inc. Substance Abuse Manual. 3.0 Training Requirements 3.2 Pre- Task Planning or documented Job Safety Analysis will be required and must be available upon the request of Howard Immel Inc. 3.3 Weekly Safety Meetings Weekly safety meetings shall be conducted and documented. The documentation and sign-up sheet must be submitted to Howard Immel Inc. by Monday of the following week. 3.4 Confined Space Each safety program provided shall at minimum define a confined space and permit required confined space and instructs all employees that no-one shall be allowed in any area fitting the definition of a confined space until a permit has been issued and the conditions of the permit met Specific confined space training must be conducted prior to entry and all affected parties must be present. The training must comply with OSHA requirements and include all hazards and conditions specific to the entry. 2

3 3.4.3 Documentation of the training and the sign-up sheet must be submitted to Howard Immel Inc. 3.5 Competent Person(s) All contractors will be required to provide documentation or a completed Competent/Qualified Person Designation Form substantiating whom they deem Competent Persons in required areas under OSHA requirements. These areas include but are not limited to excavation, scaffolding, confined space, and fall protection. 3.6 Other Pertinent Training Required by Law -Documentation of which must be submitted to Howard Immel Inc. prior to worker exposure Specific Job Hazards Accident Prevention Program Emergency Action Plan Fire Prevention Personal Protective Equipment Powder-Actuated Tool Operation Respiratory Protection Oxy/Fuel Cutting and Supply Systems Hearing Conservation Hazard Communication Hazardous Energy Control (Lockout/Tagout) 4.0 Safety Audits 4.1 Howard Immel Inc. superintendent(s) will conduct jobsite inspections. All deficiencies will be brought to the appropriate contractor's attention for immediate corrective action. 4.2 Subcontractors are required to identify their site safety representative to Howard Immel Inc. the morning prior to beginning work on site. Changes in the duties of that individual must be provided in writing immediately. The identified site safety representative shall conduct safety audits of their employees and their subcontractor's employees and provide documentation to Howard Immel Inc. The documentation and dated corrective action must be provided to Howard Immel Inc. within three (3) working days of the audit. 4.3 Howard Immel Inc. reserves the right to require, without burden, any Subcontractor to provide a fulltime Site Safety Professional, should it be justified through noncompliance with the requirements of this policy. NOTIFICATION WILL BE MADE, IN WRITING, TO THE PERTINENT CONTRACTOR. 5.0 Site Personal Protective Equipment Requirements In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. Safety Policy mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 5.1 The contractor shall furnish appropriate personal protective equipment to their employees in accordance with applicable law and this policy. 5.2 A minimum of a sturdy work shoe with protective leather uppers is required. Although steel toes are not required, their use is highly recommended. 3

4 5.3 Proper protective equipment for burning operations must be provided by the contractor and must be used. 5.4 Hard hats are required in construction areas at all times. 5.5 Employees with long hair must wear it up or keep it tucked inside their hard hat. 5.6 Eye protection must be either ANSI approved or prescription eye wear with approved side shields. Eye protection is required under welding hoods and full-face shields. Burning goggles/shields are required for employees performing torching operations. Welding hoods with proper tint are required for employees performing welding procedures. 5.7 Full-face shields are required for all abrasive grinding operations and when cleaning with compressed air. 5.8 Gloves must be worn when handling materials or substances that could injure an employee's skin. 5.9 Respiratory equipment is required in areas with toxic and hazardous fumes or dusts. The supervisor will verify the proper equipment and procedure to protect employees Earmuffs or plugs are required where the customer requires or in any area where noise levels exceed 90 decibels or more for an eight-hour period Employees are required to wear full-length pants and a shirt with a minimum of a four-inch sleeve. Loose clothing, rings, watches or other loose fitting items may not be worn around machinery, in trenches, form work or any area where it may create a hazard Personal fall arrest equipment is required when working at elevations as required in the fall prevention portion of this policy. 6.0 Fall Protection In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site, as this is part of Immel s Cardinal Safety Rules that can lead to immediate removal from the site: 6.1 Employees are required to utilize 100% fall protection when exposed to a fall of six feet or greater to the next lower level UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED IN THIS POLICY. 6.2 Fall protection may be one or a combination of the following systems: personal fall arrest, guardrails, barricades, fall restraint or catch platforms. Controlled access zones (CAZ's) and safety nets are not acceptable forms of fall protection. 6.3 A personal fall arrest system consists of a harness (no belts are allowed), a lanyard and an attachment point. A personal fall arrest system must be set up so that the fall distance is limited to six feet or less and so that a swing fall will not allow the employee to reach the next lower level. The attachment point must be capable of withstanding 5,000 pounds of force for each employee secured to it. Personal fall arrest systems must be used such that the employee is protected 100% of the time while exposed to the fall hazard. 4

5 6.4 During steel erection procedures, employees are required to follow the requirements, as they pertain to Steel Erection, specified in the Site Specific Steel Erection Plan. 6.5 Fall protection must be provided for all decking and grating as defined in the Site Specific Steel Erection Plan. 6.6 During construction of handrails, guardrails, and stairways, employees will be protected where the fall exposure is six feet or greater. 6.7 Employees performing duties on open-sided floors or near floor holes must be protected when the distance to the next lower level is six feet or greater. 6.8 When guardrails are used they must be constructed to OSHA requirements. 6.9 When barricades are used they must be constructed to OSHA requirements When catch platforms are used they must be fully guard railed. They must be capable of withstanding twice their anticipated load. The catch platform must also limit the fall distance to less than six feet Floor holes/covers must be capable of supporting a minimum of twice the maximum intended load. Covers must be secured against accidental displacement and covers must be clearly marked with the words "HOLE" or "COVER". 7.0 Stairways and Ladders In addition to all applicable state and federal laws Howard Immel Inc. the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 7.1 Stairways Every flight of stairs having four or more risers must be provided with handrails Every deviation of 19 inches or greater between two walking or working surfaces over which employees must travel must be provided with suitable access When doors or gates open directly on a stairway, such as those from a job trailer, a landing must be supplied so the swing radius of the door does not reduce the remaining area of the landing to less than 20 inches Except during their construction, employees are not allowed to use metal pan stairways until the pans have been filled either permanently or with a suitable temporary material There must be at least two means of egress from a structure while it is under construction. 7.2 Ladders All ladders must be inspected prior to each use. Damaged ladders must be removed from service and tagged out of service. 5

6 7.2.2 No paint or coatings that could cover imperfections may be applied to the rungs or rails with the exception of identification information. All informative labels and stickers must remain intact on the ladder Ladders used for access must extend a minimum of three feet beyond the landing and be properly secured Straight ladders are to be placed so that the distance from the base to the wall is 1/4 the distance from the floor to the top of the ladder Extension ladders must be secured with a sturdy material (rope or wire) at the base and/or the top to prevent accidental tipping or skidding of the ladder Stepladders shall be used in the fully opened position with the brackets locked Always face the ladder while climbing and keep your center of gravity inside the rails while working. Use other means of completing the job if these parameters cannot be met Always use the three-point contact method while climbing and working from a ladder. Do not climb a ladder while carrying tools or materials in your hands. If tools or materials do not fit in a tool belt, a hand line should be used Always follow the manufacturer s requirements when using a ladder, including not using the top two rungs as a step Portable metal ladders and wood or household grade ladders shall not be used on site Job-made ladders must be constructed to applicable specifications All ladders used or placed in walkways, pathways or other high-traffic areas must be protected through the use of a warning or barricade system Portable ladders must always be placed on a firm, level base. The proper feet must be in place and in good condition. Do not shim under the feet of ladders to level the base Move the ladder when necessary. Do not overreach while on a ladder. Always dismount the ladder before moving. Do not "walk" it. 8.0 Scaffolding In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 8.1 Scaffold erection and alterations must be designed and supervised by a competent person. 8.2 No employee except for the competent person and/or employees working at the competent person's request may alter any scaffold. 8.3 Employees erecting the scaffold must inspect each member to ensure its integrity. Any defective or damaged component must be tagged and removed from service immediately. 6

7 8.4 Each platform on all working levels of scaffolds must be fully planked with gaps between planks not to exceed one inch. 8.5 All planking must be free of defects and shall extend over the support not less than six inches (unless cleated) and not more than 12 inches regardless of the length of the plank. 8.6 When planks must be overlapped to create a continuous run, they must be overlapped by a minimum of 12 inches and shall be secured. 8.7 Tube and frame scaffolds are required to be tied back into the structure at intervals not to exceed 30 feet horizontally or 26 feet vertically. For tie back requirements for other types of scaffolds, consult the manufacturer s recommendations; however, distances may not exceed those stated previously. 8.8 When employees are required to pass under the scaffolds, mesh shall be installed between the top rail and toe board to stop falling tools or material. 8.9 Altering any scaffold member by cutting, welding, burning, etc., is strictly forbidden Scaffolds with a deck height of ten feet or greater from the floor require suitable fall protection Guardrails for scaffolding are to be constructed per OSHA requirements The "X" bracing can be substituted as either the top or midrail, but not both Scaffolds may not be more than four times the minimum base dimension without being properly tied back to the structure It is not acceptable to "crib" or shore scaffold uprights or screw jacks with unstable objects such as barrels, cinder blocks, bucket, etc Suitable access must be provided for all scaffolds. This includes either end-supports with built-in "ladders" or a properly secured ladder extending at least three feet beyond the landing Scaffolds shall be able to support four times the maximum intended load without failure. Scaffolds are not to be overloaded. If capacities are unknown, the manufacturer shall be consulted Work on outdoor scaffolds during storms or high winds is not permitted. Remove all slippery material (such as ice) from platforms before working on them. Put sand on wet platforms to prevent slipping. Enclosing the scaffold with tarping or other material(s) must be done per manufacturers recommendations or proof that a registered engineer designed the enclosure must be provided to Howard Immel Inc. in writing prior to beginning to enclose the scaffold The height of a mobile scaffold may not exceed four times the minimum base dimension. All casters must be locked when the scaffold is in use. All tools and materials must be removed from the scaffold prior to moving it. No employee shall be allowed to remain on the scaffold when it is being moved. Rolling scaffolds are allowed to be used on firm level surfaces only. General requirements listed previously also apply to mobile scaffolds Scaffolding must be properly tagged from the beginning of erection to the end of removal. Proper tagging would include: 7

8 .Red Tag -Scaffold is under construction or removal and is not suitable for employee use. The only employees allowed on a red-tagged scaffold shall be the employees involved in its erection or removal and they must be working under the supervision of the competent person. Yellow Tag -The scaffold is incomplete but usable under conditions provided on the scaffold tag. For instance, if fall protection could not be provided due to conditions, the tag must state that personal fall arrest equipment must be used while on the scaffold..green Tag -The scaffold is complete and requires no conditions for use. 9.0 Cranes and Machinery In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site. This should also be in accordance with Subpart CC Cranes and Derricks in Construction of the 29 CFR Part1926: 9.1 Employees will only be allowed to operate cranes for which they are certified for. Documentation supporting the certification must be provided to Howard Immel Inc. prior to the employee operating equipment in question on site. 9.2 Only properly trained individuals will be allowed to operate equipment including but not limited to the following: forklifts, all-terrain lifts, aerial platforms, Skid steers, carry decks, hydro and lattice boom cranes. Documentation supporting the proper training must be provided to Howard Immel Inc. prior to the employee operation of any equipment in question on site. 9.3 Daily, monthly, and yearly inspections will be documented on all cranes Daily crane inspections must be submitted to Howard Immel Inc. by the Friday, of each corresponding week Monthly and annual inspection documentation must be submitted to Howard Immel Inc. such that a current inspection document is always available. 9.4 No employee other than the operator shall ride on any equipment when in transit unless the equipment is equipped with proper seating for any additional individuals by the manufacturer, complete with seatbelts. 9.5 The parking brake must be set whenever the equipment is left unattended. All attachments must be completely lowered while the equipment is parked. Equipment parked on inclines must also have two wheels chocked. 9.6 When leaving equipment unattended for long periods of time, such as overnight, be sure to lock the cab and all other accessible controls. 9.7 It is the supervisor's responsibility to obtain the weight of the load and convey it to the employees. Always use rigging capable of carrying the weight within the rated capacity. Never load any crane or machinery beyond its rated capacity. 9.8 All rigging and hand signaling must be done according to the Subpart CC standards. 9.9 (a) Load Calculations must be documented prior to the lift being completed for all: 8

9 9.9.a.1 Tandem lifts where two or more pieces of equipment (one of which is a crane) are used. 9.9.a.2 Lifts where to load exceeds 25 tons. 9.9.a.3 Instances where the piece(s) to be lifted have a replacement time exceeding two months. 9.9.a.4 Lifts where the gross weight of the pick (including rigging) exceeds 70% of the cranes rated capacity for the given configuration. 9.9.a.5 Lifts requiring unusual rigging or procedures. 9.9.a.6 Lifts where the crane is supported on a structure. (b ) Documentation shall include (but is not limited to ):. 9.9.b.1 The supervisor's signature. 9.9.b.2 The date calculations were completed. 9.9.b.3 The crane configuration including desired radius to be attained with load and rigging weight. 9.9.b.4 The itemized deductions including totaled deductions. 9.9.b.5 The gross capacity over front and 360 in the documented configuration. 9.9.b.6 The maximum load which can be lifted in documented configuration. 9.9.b.7 The minimum parts of line required for documented lift. 9.9.b.8 The name of the individual performing the calculations. *Load calculations must be made available upon request for any load completed throughout the job Riding the ball, hook, suspended loads, boom or forks is strictly prohibited When the job requires the use of a man basket, the requirements set forth in the Crane and Derrick Suspended Personnel Platform Policy must be followed On all cranes where the distance from the ground to the bottom of the turret is less than six feet, employee must have the entire swing radius barricaded Never leave a suspended load unattended on any type of equipment Cranes must be operated on firm level ground. Mats or cribbing must be used in the event the ground is unstable or not level Never swing a suspended load over any individual. No employee is allowed under a suspended load Loads, cables, booms or rigging shall not be allowed to travel within ten feet of power lines rated at 50,000 volts or less, unless lines have been de-energized by a competent party Rated load capacities and recommended rules of operation shall be conspicuously posted on all equipment at the operator's station An accessible fire extinguisher of 5BC rating or higher shall be available at all operator stations Operators shall not use motor equipment having an obstructed rear view unless the vehicle has an audible reverse signal alarm or the vehicle is backed up only when an observer says it is safe to do so Seatbelts are to be worn by all employees while operating or riding inside a motor vehicle while performing job requirements. 9

10 9.21 All federal, state and local laws are to be observed by employees operating a motor vehicle while performing job requirements Drivers are to have a valid driver's license and permission from their supervisor to operate any company vehicle Passengers are not allowed to ride in the bed of vehicles that transporting materials or loads, or on the fenders, running boards, or tailgates or with arms or legs hanging over the sides. Passengers are allowed to ride in the enclosed box of a pick-up only when sitting on the floor on benches designed for that purpose. No employees will be allowed to ride in the back of a pick-up on any public road The motor of all vehicles and equipment must be shut off prior to refueling Internal combustion engines used indoors or in any enclosed areas must be equipped with a catalytic converter. In addition, proper air ventilation and monitoring must be provided and utilized by the contractor using the equipment at all times to maintain a safe work area as defined by any applicable federal, state, local, or owner standards, requirements, or regulations. Owner regulations on projects may require the use of only electric equipment indoors Rigging In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 10.1 Only competent persons are allowed to perform rigging activities All hooks, except for shakeout hooks, must have a safety latch in proper working condition Suspended loads must remain in control at all times. This may necessitate the use of tag lines Multiple lift rigging must be performed in accordance with the site specific steel erection policy 10.5 Never swing loads over the heads of workers in the area. Sound the horn on the crane or have a monitor clear the area. Suspend operations until the area under the lift can be secured Only trained flagmen and signalmen are to direct operation, using hand signals established as standard for the industry. Radios shall be used to maintain direct communication between the signalmen and the crane operators whenever visibility is poor or obstructed Loads applied to the rigging shall never exceed the manufacturers provided capacity Never leave a suspended load unattended without securing it It is the supervisor's responsibility to obtain the weight of the load and convey it to the operator and employees. The operator will then be responsible for comparing the load weight to the crane capacity for the given configuration and working with the supervisor to determine if the pick is within the limits of the equipment and the need for a documented load calculation All rigging, hooks, slings, shackles, chain falls, etc., must be inspected prior to each use and removed from service if deformed, distorted, worn, fractured or show signs of any other abnormality. 10

11 10.11 Nylon slings may not be used if knotted and may only be connected end to end through the use of a shackle Nylon slings are not to be used to choke structural steel components and the like because of the risk of cutting Never rig a nylon sling over sharp comers or rough surfaces without adequate softeners Rigging equipment without the identification tag or an illegible tag will be tagged and removed from service Chain falls and come-alongs shall not be hooked back into themselves All rigging must be labeled with capacity Aerial Work Platforms In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 11.1 Employees using aerial lifts shall be trained by a qualified individual on the associated hazards as well as safe use procedures and inspections Employees in scissors lifts do not require fall arrest equipment unless they are standing off the work platform. Proper guardrails provided with the machine must be in place including the access gate Employees in articulating boom lifts are required to utilize fall arrest equipment at all times while in the lift basket Aerial lifts are not to be used as cranes No ladders or planks are allowed on any lift Work platforms must be kept in an organized manner with weight distributed evenly Requirements listed under cranes and machinery also apply to aerial lifts. The gross weight is all items and employee(s) in the lift shall not exceed the maximum capacity of the lift If the lift is to be used for access, a policy must be developed for the safe means of doing so and provided to Howard Immel Inc. prior to using the lift in that manner Spotters are required anytime a lift is used in the presence of any non-construction personnel including pedestrians and the owner s non-construction associates Confined Space Entry In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site Confined space entry shall comply with the requirements of OSHA. 11

12 12.2 Any entry into a space fitting the definition of a confined space shall require a confined space entry permit to be completed. This will constitute documentation of assessing the hazards associated with the entry. The entry into the space will then proceed as an OSHA defined "non-permit required confined space" or a "permit required confined space" dependent upon the findings in completion of the permit Permits to be used for confined space entry shall be at a minimum as inclusive as the Howard Immel Inc. Confined Space Entry Permit A copy of each confined space entry permit shall be submitted to Howard Immel Inc. immediately upon completion of the entry into the space Contractors will be responsible for conducting their own atmospheric monitoring through use of their own atmospheric monitors. Howard Immel Inc. will only conduct atmospheric testing or monitoring for their employees' entries Contractors entering a confined space shall do so under their own confined space entry permit Hazardous Energy Control (Lockout/Tagout) In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates, the following requirements apply to all work performed on site Lockout/Tagout shall be performed as required by OSHA Howard Immel Inc. and the electrical contractor will establish a Lockout/Tagout plan specific to the conditions of the site as equipment becomes complete The electrical contractor will be responsible for establishing proper electrical energy control means for the Lockout/Tagout requirements of any contractor on site. The electrical contractor will also be responsible for providing a lockout coordinator to work in conjunction with the Howard Immel Inc. Site Superintendent in coordination lockout needs All contractors shall be responsible for providing all necessary equipment to comply with the OSHA and/or site requirements As hazardous energy control includes stored energy provided by gravity, all jacking systems will require the use of appropriate safe piles and/or adjustable stands capable of withstanding the anticipated dynamic load should a failure occur Electrical In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site All 110-volt electrical equipment must conform to the contractors documented assured grounding policy Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) are required in all conditions. 12

13 14.3 Extension cords must be of the three-wire type with ground. Nails, bare wire, or staples may not suspend extension cords. Extension cords must be kept clear of walkways and workspaces due to the tripping hazard On powered hand tools, non-current carrying metal parts or portable equipment must to be grounded or protected by a system of double insulation. Only three-wire type extension cords may be used. Removal of the grounding pin or use of an adapter is prohibited Boots are required on all welders not otherwise protected to protect exposed terminals High voltage is to be approached or worked on by authorized, qualified individuals Temporary lighting must be guarded with all sockets filled, may not be suspended by the cords, and must be wired direct when they are the only source of light Each contractor is responsible for ensuring adequate lighting is present in any work areas their employees are working and to provide supplemental lighting if needed Welding leads must be inspected prior to use to ensure integrity of insulation. "Home made" splitters shall not be used Hot Work In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 15.1 Supervision will obtain "Hot Work Permits" from the customer prior to beginning any hot work. Hot work processes must be completed in accord customer policy Proper precautions must be taken to prevent fires. All combustibles must be removed from the vicinity or properly shielded. In areas where combustibles are present, a fire watch is required and must remain on watch for at least 30 minutes after the burning is stopped. No burning operations shall take place in the vicinity of flammable materials Always clean and barricade areas below burning operations to prevent fires and burns to employees who may be working or passing below A 20-pound extinguisher must be within 20 feet of any burning operation Properly filtered eye protection must be worn when performing burning operations Leak-proof welding helmets and burning goggles must be used for eye protection and to prevent flash bums. Always wear eye protection to guard against slag while chipping, grinding, and dressing of welds Gas cylinders must be secured in an upright position during use, storage, or transportation Safety caps must be properly in place when cylinders are not in use. All valves for the cylinders, regulators, and torch heads must be fully closed and lines must be bled when not in use. Gauges must be removed from the cylinder when the cylinders are stored. 13

14 15.9 Only friction lighter designed for that purpose shall be used to light torches or heating heads. The use of butane lighters, matches, hot work, etc. is strictly prohibited Never tighten a leaky connection between the cylinder and the regulator without first closing the cylinder valve Oxygen cylinders must be stored a minimum of 20 feet from any flammable gas or be separated by a fire wall five feet high with a bum rating of at least 1/2 hour All equipment must be inspected prior to use. All leaking or otherwise defective equipment must be tagged and removed from service. A competent person will inspect torch hose and related equipment monthly Valve wrenches must remain on the valve stem at all times when the cap is off the cylinder Because of the extreme fire hazard, NEVER use oxygen as a substitute for compressed air or to blow off clothing or a work area Clogged torch tips may only be cleaned with suitable cleaning instruments only, such as cleaning wires, drills, or other devices designed for that purpose Any cylinder found to have a leaky valve or fitting in which closing the valve will not stop, should be taken to an open space away from any possible source of ignition, secured, and slowly drained In enclosed or confined spaces, shut off the gas supply to the torch at the point outside the space when not in use. Remove the torch and hose from a confined space overnight and at breaks Make sure that all parts subject to electrical current are fully insulated against the maximum voltage encountered to ground Only use electrode holders designed for their specific purpose Ground return cables are required to have a safe current carrying capacity equal to or exceeding the maximum output of the unit with which they are used. Ground return cables must be terminated as close to the point of operation as is feasible Always ensure adequate ventilation for burning operations Run cords, hoses and cables overhead or out of the way to eliminate tripping hazards Shield all arc welding and cutting operations with noncombustible or flameproof screens wherever practical Heating heads shall only be used in systems, which provide adequate fuel gas to support proper performance of the torch Hazard Communication In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 14

15 16.1 Training on Hazard Communication must be provided in the orientation Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous materials on site must be readily available. Two (2) copies of your SDS s must be submitted to Howard Immel Inc Contractors will be responsible for proper training of their employees and provision of pertinent Safety Data Sheets for the materials they have on 16.4 Each contractor on site will be responsible for maintaining legible labels on all materials/containers according to the Hazard Communication Standard. The label shall contain the following: identity of the substance, pertinent hazard warnings, name, address, emergency phone number of the manufacturer, and emergency first aid procedures Housekeeping In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site Employees and supervisors are expected to maintain a jobsite free of housekeeping hazards Aisles, walkways, and exits must be kept clean, clear and unobstructed All trash is to be disposed of in appropriate locations. Adequate waste receptacles must be provided by each contractor for the waste materials they generate unless otherwise agreed upon and documented Dunnage, scrap lumber, and rubbish must removed and properly disposed of in a timely manner Store materials and equipment neatly and in proper areas. Use chocks and blocks to keep pipes and other materials from rolling or falling Nails and/or other sharp pointed or protruding objects must be removed or bent over immediately Cords, leads, ropes, hoses and the like must be run overhead out of the walking area or in another fashion to eliminate a tripping hazard Notify your supervisor immediately of any spill. Spills must be cleaned-up in accordance with the parameters set forth in the MSDS for the product spilled. Rapidly spreading spills must be contained through the berming of dirt, or absorbent or other suitable material. Notify the Safety Department of all spills Keep oily rags and flammable trash in covered metal containers designed for such use Flammables must be properly stored in approved locations and/or cabinets Housekeeping shall be maintained with the intent of hazard elimination and will include condition of the walking/working surface affected by conditions such as ice, debris, grade, etc All contractors must roll back and clean their work areas at least the last 10 minutes of each shift (or longer if needed). Failure to clean your work area may result in a back charge. 15

16 17.13 The following electronics are not allowed to be used on the jobsite: radios, mp3 players (including cell phones, ipods, etc.), and any other device that the Superintendent deems could disrupt communication between workers and create an unsafe environment. The only exceptions to this rule would be for a radio set up during severe weather and other emergency situations to monitor the safety of the jobsite or walkietalkies for communication onsite Accident Reporting and Investigation 18.1 All injuries and incidents must be investigated and the documented findings and corrective actions submitted to the Howard Immel Inc. safety department immediately Accident investigation shall be conducted in a manner to reveal to root cause(s) of the injury or incident. Corrective actions shall then focus on elimination of the cause(s) The immediate supervisor will conduct the investigation and who ever else deemed necessary to ensure the root cause is identified Accident investigation reports will be forwarded to Howard Immel Inc. office Emergency Preparedness 19.1 See Attachment A -Emergency Action Plan 19.2 Severe weather All severe weather situations will be addressed according to Howard Immel Inc. Severe Weather Safety program as applied to job sites. See Attachment B As site conditions change or become available information will be communicated to employees at the weekly safety meetings Major injury Injuries will be addressed according to their severity Accident reports must be completed according to section Ambulatory services are available by calling Contractors must notify Howard Immel Inc. on site management as soon as time permits in case of a major injury Howard Immel Inc. management will contact the Director of Risk Management or Project Manager at the home office To Be Determined Site Superintendent: Cell: To Be Determined Cell: Project Manager: Office: 16

17 19.4 Major catastrophe Brian Wetzel Director of Risk Management: Cell: (920) Office: (920) Kelly Hafeman President: Cell: (920) Office: (920) In the event of a major catastrophe, contact a Howard Immel Inc. supervisor immediately Howard Immel Inc. supervisors are trained and equipped with an "Emergency Action Plan. Copies available upon request Fire The local Fire Department can be reached by dialing 911 or (xxx)xxx-xxxx for nonemergencies Environmental Requirements 20.1 Flammable/Combustible Storage All flammables and/or combustibles must be stored in accordance with all federal, state, and local requirements Spill Response Each contractor is responsible for his or her own spill response measures, which must include containment of the spill and clean up The burden of cost for spill response will be borne solely by the contractor(s) responsible Emergency spill response clean up will be provided on a 24 hour basis by Veolia Environmental Services. Contact phone numbers are The DNR National Response Center will need to be called also and their 24 hour line is Spill Containment Spill containment shall be provided for all substances, which if released could pose a hazard to the environment. This list of materials shall include any substance with ingredients deemed reportable to the state in any quantity of spill Spill containment shall be compliant with all pertinent government requirements and shall be covered where exposed to the weather to prevent water accumulation Waste Disposal Waste disposal shall be compliant with all federal, state, and local requirements Any excess materials purchased by individual contractors must be removed from site by that contractor, unless it is requested in writing that the material be retained on site by the owner or a representative thereof. 17

18 20.5 Lead and Asbestos Abatement It is each contractor s responsibility to comply with all federal, state, or local regulations pertaining to the abatement/removal of any asbestos or lead containing materials including any company certifications or registrations required Contractors must provide Immel with their Site Specific Safety Plan for lead and/or asbestos abatement before commencing any abating activities. This includes the locations of any regulated areas, change areas/facilities, and any other procedures that would affect the work environment of other contractors or public safety All lead or asbestos abatement must be done by trained and qualified individuals as defined by applicable federal, state, or local regulations Excavations In addition to all applicable state and federal laws, Howard Immel Inc. Safety Policy mandates the following requirements apply to all work performed on site: 21.1 Excavating is recognized as one of the most hazardous construction operations. In 1999, OSHA revised Subpart P Excavations, of 29 CPA And.652 to make the standard easier to understand, permits the use of performance criteria where possible, and provides construction employers with options when classifying soil and selecting employee protection methods An Excavation is any man-made cut, cavity trench, or depression in an earth surface that is formed by earth removal. A Trench is a narrow excavation (in relation to its length) made below the surface of the ground. In general, the depth of a trench is greater than it s width. And the width (measured at the bottom) is not greater than l5ft (4.6 in). If a form or other structure installed or constructed in an excavation reduces the distance between the form and the side of the excavation to 15ft (4.6m) or less (measured at the bottom of the excavation), the excavation is also considered to be a trench Access to and exit from the trench require: Trenches 4 ft or more in depth should be provided with a fixed means of egress. Spacing between ladders or other means of egress must be such that a worker will not have to travel more than 25 ft laterally to the nearest means of egress. Ladders must be secured and extend a minimum of 36 in above the landing Procedures to protect employees from being injured or killed by vehicle traffic include: Providing employees with and requiring them to wear warning vests or other suitable garments marked with or made of refectories or high-visibility materials. Requiring a designated trained flag person along with signs, signals, and barricades when necessary Sloping: This is a method of cutting back the vertical dirt of the excavation in order to prevent the soil from sliding or falling into the excavation due to forces applied to it. We have included diagrams below or the excavation standard that can be used to determine proper slope braces on types of soil being excavated. Type A Soil Slope at ¾ H: 1V Type B Soil Slope at 1H:1V Type C Soil Slope at 11/2 H: 1V 18

19 21.6 Benching: There are two basic types of benching, simple and multiple. The type of soil determines the horizontal to vertical ratio of the benched side. As a general rule, the bottom vertical height of the trench must not exceed 4 ft for the first bench. Subsequent benches may be up to a maximum of 5 ft vertical in Type A soil and 4 ft in Type B soil to a total trench depth of 20 ft. All subsequent benches must be below the maximum allowable slope for that soil type. For Type B soil the bench excavation is permitted in cohesive soil only. No benching is allowed in Type C soil Temporary spoil must be placed no closer than 2 ft from the surface edge of the excavation, measured from the nearest base of the spoil to the cut. This distance should not be measured from the crown of the spoil deposit. This distance requirement ensures that loose rock or soil from the temporary spoil will not fall on employees in the trench. Spoil should be placed so that it channels rainwater and other run-oft water away from the excavation. Spoil should be placed so that it cannot accidentally run, slide, or fall back into the excavation Competent Person. The designated competent person should have and be able to demonstrate the following: Training, experience, and knowledge of: Soil analysis, Use of protective systems, requirements of 29 CPA Part 1926 Subpart P Ability to detect. Ability to detect: conditions that could result in cave-ins, Failures in protective systems, hazardous atmospheres, other hazards including those associated with confined spaces. Authority to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate existing and predictable hazards and to stop work when required Controlled Access 22.1 Workers Sign In/Out All Workers must sign themselves in and out at the determined location every single day. If sign in sheets are used, all lines of the sign in sheet must be legible and properly completed. 19

20 Immel Construction reserves the right to use the sign in/out sheets or system to verify the hours worked and billed on the project Delivery drivers and truck operators who do not leave their cab are exempt from the sign in requirement but must follow all other rules outlined in this policy Visitors Visitors to the site will be required to comply with all conditions of this policy Visitors will sign in at Howard Immel Inc. job trailer Parking Area There will be a designated contractor parking area where all vehicles (company and personal) shall be parked. Marked company vehicles may be allowed to be driven onto the jobsite past the parking area by the Immel Superintendent. 20

21 ATTACHMENT A Emergency Action Plan Generic Sample Howard Immel Inc. has put in to place an Emergency Action Plan to protect its employees and to provide a format for professionally handling emergencies. 1. Employees should leave the work area in a controlled manner as quickly as possible and proceed to the rally location upon notice of an evacuation. 2. All employees are to rally in a predetermined assembly area. In this case the assembly area is at the Howard Immel Inc. crew trailer. Employees will be instructed where to go from the rally area. 3. Howard Immel Inc. Project Superintendent will tally the crew and notify the proper personnel if there is any missing person(s). Howard Immel Inc. Project Superintendent for this job is To Be Determined. 4. In the case of an evacuation due to an emergency such as fire, chemical spill, building collapse and the like, employees should stay in the designated area until released by the superintendent. 5. In the case of an evacuation due to severe weather, employees should go to the designated area and follow the instructions of the supervisor. See attached sheet for further instructions. 6. Employees should not use mechanical devices that can be affected by power interruptions, such as an elevator, during evacuations. 7. No employee is to return to the work area that has been evacuated until the superintendent gives the all clear. 8. Howard Immel Inc. supervision is to remain on site until the employees and the site are secure. 9. In the event that an evacuation takes place for reasons other than weather, due to actions caused by Howard Immel Inc. or its employees or if Howard Immel Inc. is expected to comment to the press the steps in the supervisor's handbook should be followed. 21