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UK BU ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE Recognising Risk

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2.0 April 2017 April 2020 Energy Infrastructure Health and Safety Adviser Energy Infrastructure Health and Safety Manager Energy Infrastructure CEO Internal Use Only

Energy Infrastructure - Recognising Risk

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This booklet covers the health safety and environment precautions for general use at ENGIE UK Energy Infrastructure sites.

It is designed to be a reference guide to support your training and experience and to offer help and information to guide you when carrying out your day to day roles. It is not designed to be a substitute for detailed work instructions or training or to take the place of a risk assessment.

Some of the risks in this booklet may have already been identified in a risk assessment and the appropriate control measures put in place. Other risks may need to be identified during your point of work assessment. This booklet will act as an aide memoir for such an occasion.

Please take your time to read this booklet and familiarise yourself with its contents and use it as a reference whenever necessary.

Remember:

Nothing is so urgent or important that we cannot take the time to plan it properly and perform it safely.

Foreword

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Contents Our life saving rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05 General Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06 Adverse Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07 COSHH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08 Driving Site Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09 DSEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Environmental Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Gas Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Hand Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Hand held power tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Hot Environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Lifting Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Lone Working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Manual Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Office Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Slips Trips and Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Stress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Storing and Handling Goods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Working adjacent to Rail tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Working adjacent to Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Working at Height (General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Working at Height (fixed platforms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Working at Height (MEWP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Working at Height (Ladders) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Working at Height (Vehicle loading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Temporary Removal of floor openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Workshop Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 04

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General requirements You must:

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Be a suitably qualified and experienced person, and fit for the task you are undertaking.

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Wear the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) as defined in your training.

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Be fully and properly ‘set to work’.

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Comply fully with the requirements of the Company Safety Rules and the Safe Systems Of Work (SSOW).

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Follow all work instructions and safety signage.

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Carry out point of work risk assessments as defined locally.

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Check tools and work equipment each time before use. This includes, hand tools machine tools, lifting equipment scaffolding, ladders, vehicles, and access equipment.

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Immobilise and quarantine defective tools and work equipment and report the matter to your supervisor.

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Ensure your work area has adequate lighting and ventilation for the work task.

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Ensure that the work area is made safe before being left unattended, and hand over details are provided to the oncoming shift/workers, to make them aware of any remaining hazards.

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Never assume that an unsafe condition is being dealt with - report it anyway.

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Adverse Weather Hazards: High winds leading to flying objects, ice leading to slips trips and falls, also high and low temperatures that could lead to hypothermia, heat exhaustion and sun burn.

Control measure (in addition to general requirements)

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During snow and ice conditions ensure that the route that you are using is safe and where necessary the walkways have been gritted.

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Ensure that you are wearing the appropriate clothing and footwear for the prevailing conditions.

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Consider the use of sun protection (including sun cream) when working outdoors.

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During high wind conditions avoid being outside, if you are outside be aware of flying objects.

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If possible reschedule the work to avoid the adverse weather.

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Consider adjusting the working pattern to avoid long periods outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

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Snow and ice can increase static loadings on scaffolds and platforms, consult scaffold inspector before accessing scaffold covered in snow and ice.

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During high winds avoid if possible working at height.

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COSHH Hazards: Dermatitis, irritation or burns to eyes and skin, serious ill health or respiratory injury.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Ensure all substances have been approved for use and that a COSHH assessment has been completed.

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Store chemicals in original containers that are labelled correctly, when using the substance use the smallest size container possible to minimise the risk of a spill and possible damage to the environment.

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Ensure this container is labelled correctly.

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When work is completed remove all chemicals from the work area. Dispose of them in accordance with the COSHH assessment.

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If you come across biological matter, avoid contact with the skin or inhaling any air borne dust. If unsure seek medical help immediately.

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Use good hygiene practices, wash hands before eating, drinking or smoking.

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If Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) is in use, always carry out pre use checks, and report defect to your supervisor.

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Driving Vehicles and Mobile Plant on site Hazards: Serious injury or fatality arising from collisions with pedestrians, damage to plant.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Never use personal entertainment devices such as MP3 players, mobile phones in entertainment mode or similar devices when driving.

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Be aware of pedestrians (who have priority) be especially vigilant close to ‘blind spots’.

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Seat belts must be worn when fitted.

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Immobilise the vehicle when not in use and park in designated areas.

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Where you have to reverse in congested areas ask for a banks-man.

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When working in a thoroughfare make sure the work area is barriered off and sign posted.

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Check travel route for obstructions and over hangs such as: power lines, pipelines, service ducts, protruding plant and potholes.

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Carry out relevant pre-use checks as required.

speed limits and comply with road markings and signs.

Do not handle your phone or any other communication device

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DSEAR Zones Hazards: Fire or explosion.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Do not access or work within areas where a Dangerous Substance may be present unless authorised to do so.

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Do not access or work within Classified Hazardous Areas unless authorised to do so.

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If you are authorised to work on apparatus contained within a hazardous area you should be trained and competent to do so.

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Only use tools, equipment, and portable instruments that are of safe design and intended safe use in hazardous areas.

Note: This sign indicates there may be an explosive atmosphere present in the zoned area.

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Environmental Safety Hazards: Task resulting in harm to the environment or a breach of environmental legislation.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Store all chemicals in bunds or drip-trays within a designated storage area.

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Minimise the amount of chemicals /oils used in the workplace.

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Report all leaks and spillages (however small) immediately.

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Locate oil and chemical storage away from drains and unmade ground.

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Use drain covers where substances could enter the drains.

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Regularly inspect vehicles for leaks.

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Do not pour substance down any site drain.

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use emergency spill kits in an emergency.

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wash down equipment in designated areas.

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Do not use hand wash facilities or toilets for chemical waste disposal.

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Segregate and dispose of your waste in the correct manner.

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Gas Cylinders Hazards: Fire, explosion and asphyxiation.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Use correct set up procedure, check hoses and equipment before use, report all defects and do not use faulty equipment.

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Ensure flash back arrestors and non-return valves are present where required.

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Ensure adequate ventilation.

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Always turn off the supply and purge hoses when not in use even for short periods.

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Ensure cylinders are secured to prevent them falling.

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Never use any compressed gas to dust-off overalls.

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Oxygen reacts violently with grease - do not use lubricants when fitting regulators.

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Store cylinders in designated storage areas.

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Cylinders should only be transported using approved equipment.

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Cylinders should be kept at a safe distance from hot work activity (typically > 2.5 metres).

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Cylinders should be shielded from sparks and splashes of molten metal.

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Cylinder hoses should be fully extended when in use to prevent splashes of molten metal sitting in the hose and burning through.

Do not perform hot-work unless the fire or explosion risks have been eliminated

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Hand Tools (non-powered) Hazards: Hand injuries cuts, abrasions, bruises, eye injuries.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Ensure all tools are of an approved type (modified or custom tools need approval before use).

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The use of flogging spanners is a two man job and requires careful co-ordination and effective communication. They should be tethered if there is a risk of striking other team members.

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If using a knife cannot be avoided use one with a retractable blade wherever practicable.

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Hand Held Power Tools - (Drill, grinders, jet washers) Hazards: Disc shattering, contact with rotating element, hand arm vibration syndrome, noise induced hearing loss, electrocution, eye injuries.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Check that stop/start button and dead man’s handle function correctly.

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Ensure adequate controls are in place to protect other people from ejected materials when tools are in use (barriers and screens).

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Ensure guards and handle are fitted and in good order confirm operation before use.

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Route all cables and hoses to avoid trip hazards.

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Always switch off a machine when not in use.

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Allow machine to come to rest before putting it down.

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Always switch off and isolate when changing machine bit or disc.

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Where an item is magnetically attached, warning notices should be placed on point of supply, if it could fall from height it must be secured by use of a lanyard.

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When using steam or power jet washers care must be taken not to spray electrical equipment and junction boxes.

Electrically powered machines

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Check that equipment is in date for PAT test.

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Check that the cable and equipment is free from obvious signs of damage.

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Ensure extension leads are fully unwound and do not cause a trip hazard.

Pneumatically powered machines

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Check oil bottle, where fitted, is filled to the correct level.

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Ensure whiplash arrestors are fitted across all joints.

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Petrol powered machines

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Switch off engine and allow to cool before refuelling.

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Be aware of exhaust fumes if working near air intakes or confined spaces.

Hydraulically powered machines

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Ensure hoses and connections are in good condition and free from leaks.

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Never check for leaks by running hand over the hose as you run the risk of a pressure injection injury.

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Hot Environments Hazards: Dehydration, fainting, muscle cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Monitor yourself and peers for signs of distress.

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Immediately exit the area if you or any of the working party experience any of the following symptoms:(hot dry skin with a red or flushed appearance, extremely high body temperature, dizziness, nausea, headache, rapid pulse and / or unconsciousness) and call for emergency help.

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Drink small amounts of water frequently.

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Take regular rest breaks (check with supervisor).

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Certain medical conditions and medications may increase your risk if in doubt discuss with occupational health.

Note: The work activity and the wearing of PPE can significantly affect the onset of heat stress.

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Leaks (steam /oil/water etc.)

Hazards: Burns, scalding, slipping, hearing damage.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Never start work if there is an uncontrolled leak in the work area.

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If a leak starts after work has commenced stop and withdraw and inform your supervisor immediately.

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Do not assume any leaked liquid is harmless. Get it checked and arrange for it to be dealt with.

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Manage the area until the leak has been dealt with. Restrict access with barriers if needed.

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Lifting operations Hazards: Failure of lifting equipment, falling or swinging loads, overturning, can result in serious or fatal injury.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Conduct a point of work assessment.

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All lifts must be planned.

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Non Routine lifts must have a specific lifting plan in place before commencement.

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Before lifting a load with an un-known weight or near SWL capacity the load should be raised a short distance only to check stability before continuing.

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Do not walk or work under a suspended load.

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Do not leave suspended loads unattended.

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All lifting equipment (including attachments) must have a unique identification.

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All lifting equipment (including attachments) must have an in date certificate of thorough examination. If in doubt check with your supervisor.

Do not walk or stand under a load

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Lone working Hazards: Unable to call emergency assistance.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Areas of site(s) may be unoccupied and visited infrequently. A risk assessment should be carried out for persons required to work alone to ensure that all foreseeable hazards are identified and control measure put in place to control them.

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Lone working is not permitted in:

s Confined spaces. s Over or near water. s During diving operations. s When using noxious substances. s When working at height.

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Manual handling Hazards: Strains, sprains, back injuries, hand and arm injuries.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Carry out a T.I.L.E. manual handling assessment:

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T - Task, what are you are moving is.

I - Individual capacity. Are you physically able to carry out the task?.

L - Load, how big is it, how heavy and how stable is it.

E - Environment, what route are you taking is the lighting adequate and the route unobstructed.

Note: If it is beyond your capabilities, talk to your supervisor.

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Be aware of objects which are very hot or cold, objects with sharp edges or protrusions.

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Avoid lifting, if possible look for alternative means, mechanisation, pushing pulling or assistance.

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Notify your supervisor of any symptoms that may be aggravated by manual handling.

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Use good handling techniques:

s Think/plan lift. s Keep load close to the body. s Adopt a stable position. s Get a good grip. s Adopt a good posture. s Move smoothly. s Do not lift more than you can manage. s Put load down before adjusting it.

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Noise Hazards: Noise induced hearing loss (deafness), tinnitus (constant ringing in ear).

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Wear hearing protection in high noise areas and when a task generates significant levels of noise. Check if double protection is required (plugs and muffs).

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Wear hearing protection the entire time you are in a mandatory noise zone.

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Check hearing protection is in good condition and cleaned at regular intervals.

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Ensure you know how to fit or wear hearing protection.

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Rule of thumb - if someone is 2 metres away and has to shout to be heard then the noise level is high enough to cause hearing damage.

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Office safety Hazards: Slips, trips, falls back pain, eye strain, and electrocution.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Know the location of emergency exits and muster points.

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Check electrical appliances have a current PAT test label before use.

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Ensure cables are protected from damage and do not cause a tripping hazard.

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Do not overload filling cabinets and cupboards.

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Do not leave desk draws and cupboard doors open when not in use.

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Clean up spills immediately.

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Ensure an ergonomic assessment has been carried out for your work station.

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Keep walkways clear and unobstructed.

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Be aware of the fire safety precautions and familiarise yourself with the fire extinguisher points.

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Do not obstruct heaters.

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Do not store items under desks and on top of cupboards.

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Slips, trips and falls Hazards: Fractures, sprains, back injuries and bruising.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Be aware of your surroundings, look where you are going, and do not become distracted by reading or using a mobile phone whilst you are walking.

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Keep to designated walkways, do not take short cuts.

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Hold hand rails when using the stairs.

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Reduce slip and trip hazards:

s Place barriers and warning signs when spillages are identified. s Clean up spills immediately. s Keep walkways and pedestrian route clear of obstructions. s Route trailing leads and hoses overhead wherever possible. s Tidy up as you work. GOOD housekeeping makes for a safer workplace. s Report defective flooring and loose gratings immediately. s Wear the appropriate footwear in the workplace.

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Stress Hazards: Illness.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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If you feel that your work load or some other matter is causing you undue anxiety or stress, you should contact your occupational health adviser for a confidential consultation. An external consultation can be arranged if necessary.

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Storing and handling goods Hazards: Fatal or serious injury as a result of falling from height, being struck by falling goods or moving machinery.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Ensure you have the correct equipment to move the items safely.

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Check condition of items and equipment before moving them.

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Always secure any loads before moving them.

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Stored goods should be placed on pallets or approved storage racks where possible.

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Heavy items should be stored at lower levels and lighter items higher up the racks.

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Do not overload racking and shelves.

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use designated storage areas to store goods.

Do not climb on racking or shelves.

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Working adjacent to rail tracks Hazards: Being hit by a train or wagon.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Employees are only allowed to work on the areas of the rail network that are under their direct control.

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Always check for planned rail movement before starting work.

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Wear the appropriate hi-viz work wear.

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Pedestrians should pay extra due care and attention when crossing rail tracks.

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Drivers of vehicles must be vigilant around rail tracks.

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Working adjacent to roadways Hazards: Being hit by a vehicle.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Before roadways are closed for work, ensure that security and the site emergency teams are aware of the road closure or restricted access.

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Ensure that adequate barriers are erected and hazard warning signs are posted on the approach to and around the work area.

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The barriers must be constructed and installed to provide adequate segregation from the workplace for site traffic and pedestrians.

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If work is to continue after dark then ensure that the barriers and warning signs are well illuminated.

Note: The principle is to segregate people from vehicles as far as possible. Where it is necessary to work near designated roadways or traffic areas extra care should be taken to identify additional precautions that may need to be taken.

Stay out of the path of moving vehicles, plant and equipment

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Working at height - general Hazards: Falling from height or being struck by a falling object.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Ensure that suitable safety barriers and hazard warning signs are installed at points of access to the area at and below the working platform.

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Check the work equipment, working platforms and the area warning signs before starting work and during the shift.

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Ensure adequate safety measures are in place to prevent dangers from falling objects.

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Ensure good housekeeping especially on work platforms and around ladder access points.

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Ensure that the work area is re-instated and any floor openings are re-fitted and secure before removing warning notices and barriers.

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Please ensure that temporary equipment (scaffolding, MEWP’s and ladders) do not obstruct emergency exits, fire safety equipment or first aid equipment.

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Scaffolding should only be erected by qualified personnel and should only be altered by trained personnel.

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Before dismantling work platforms ensure they are clear of debris.

use fall arrest equipment if you are trained to do so and always inspect it before use and report any defects immediately.

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Working at height - working platforms, (existing floor, walkways gantries etc.) and prevention of dropped objects Hazards: Falling from height or being struck by a falling object.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Check scaffold tag before using scaffold platforms.

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Report scaffold defects immediately.

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Do not climb on hand rails or work outside the confines of the working platform.

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Keep platforms free of debris and tools that could drop through any gaps.

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Store tools and materials in suitable containers.

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Lay sheeting or boards on open gratings to protect people below from falling objects.

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If necessary use tool lanyards.

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Use suitable hand lines or hoists for raising and lowering materials.

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Do not drop or throw items.

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Do not overload platforms.

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Working at height - Using a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) Hazards: Fatal injury due to falling from height, machine overturning or being struck by a falling object.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Ensure that a rescue plan is in place before starting work.

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Carry out and record MEWP pre-start checks.

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Ensure that the machine has an in date certificate of thorough examination before use.

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Ensure that the MEWP is suitable for task and weather conditions.

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Check travel routes for height obstructions.

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Check with safety controller that it is safe before travelling under any overhead power lines.

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Check route to ensure man-hole covers and temporary surfaces can bear the weight of the machine.

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Barrier off the work area to prevent unauthorised access.

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Always wear fall prevention equipment that is attached to the designated anchor point.

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Remove keys when not in use to prevent unauthorised use.

the safe working load of the machine.

Clip on your harness when working at height

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Working at height - use of ladders Hazards: Fall from height.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Only use a ladder as a work platform for low risk short duration work.

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Inspect ladder each time before use.

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Ensure ladder is footed before climbing, secure ladder at the top to prevent ladder slip.

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Ensure ground conditions are suitable to support the ladder.

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The ladder should be inclined at a ratio of 4:1.

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Beware of overhead obstructions when carrying and using ladders.

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Ensure access points at top and bottom of ladders are kept clear.

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Do not obstruct door windows or walkways with the ladder.

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If possible erect barriers around work area to prevent accidently collision with ladder by pedestrians or vehicle.

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Maintain 3 points of contact with the ladder at all times.

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Do not carry a load up the ladder.

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Ensure that only one person at a time climbs the ladder.

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Working at height - Vehicle Loading / unloading Hazards: Falling from height entrapment or crush injury.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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When people need to gain access onto vehicles for loading or unloading, the following control measure should be considered:

s Use of a specially designed loading bay. s Use of temporary guardrail systems. s Use of fall protections systems. s Use of soft landing systems. s Restrict access only to those needed for the task.

Note: Other control measures may be specified depending on the task.

Note: Wherever possible the need to climb vehicles should be avoided by use of mechanical aids.

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Temporary removal of floor gratings, hatches and handrails Hazards: Falling from height as a result of unprotected floor openings.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Ensure that the planned removal of floor gratings hatches handrails etc. is authorised and the appropriate warnings notices are posted.

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If required ensure that suitable temporary barriers are put in place to help prevent a fall.

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Replace gratings hatches or use suitable load bearing covers if the work area is to be left unattended for any reason.

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Ensure that handrails or suitable edge protection are in place at the end of each shift.

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Replace all fittings immediately the work is complete.

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Inspect work area to ensure that all refitted gratings hatches and handrails have been fitted securely.

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When work is complete remove all temporary barriers and warning signs.

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Workshop Machinery Hazards: Entrapment, entanglement or crush injuries.

Control measures (in addition to general requirements)

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Ensure that a full set of pre use safety checks have been completed and recorded, ensuring all fitted safety devices (emergency stops, dead man’s switch, trip wires etc.) are working.

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Do not wear loose fitting clothes that may cause entanglement.

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Ensure long hair does not become an entanglement hazard.

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Remember good personal hygiene - use suitable barrier creams and wash hands before eating or smoking.

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Isolate machine when not in use to prevent unauthorised use.

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