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1. Brazing or welding with cadmium alloys Fusing of reinforced steel by cadmium welding Maintaining or retrofitting cadmium coated equipment and Wrecking and demolishing where cadmium is present Methods of Compliance Employers must implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain worker exposure to cadmium at or below the PEL Engineering controls might include installing equipment e g source point capture or modifying a process e g enclosure to control employee exposure levels Work practice controls include practices such as not eating drinking or applying cosmetics in regulated areas Some of the provisions that employers must adhere to include but are not limited to not using high speed abrasive disc saws and similar abrasive power equipment unless such equipment has the appropriate engineering controls to minimize emissions and to meet the PEL Materials containing cadmium shall not be applied by spray methods if exposures are above the PEL unless employees are protected with certain specified respirators and measures are taken to limit overspray and prevent contamination of adjacent areas Medical Surveillance All construction employees are automatically covered by the medical surveillance provisions if for 30 days or more per year they perform any of the tasks operations or jobs for which employers are required to establish regulated areas see section on Regulated Areas for a li
2. Traffic control devices i e barricades cones etc provide drivers with sufficient advanced warning and provide proper protection for the motorists and our employees In addition they advise motorists of proper travel path When parked a cone shall be placed at the rear of the vehicle when the truck will be backed up or out of spot at the front of the vehicle when the truck will be driven forward Special Hazards DANGER No equipment insulated or not provides any electrical protection to the occupant of the platform if there is ohase to phase or phase to ground contact Such contact will cause serious injury or death DANGER User Operators are not permitted to use the lift to gain access to another level Once in the bucket you are required to remain until the platform is placed firmly back on the ground WARNING Under no circumstances can modifications be made to the equipment without the expressed written consent of the manufacturer Page 221 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 24 Demolition Blasting Explosives Demolition A written engineering survey of the structure before commencing demolition work is a requirement by Tim Messer Construction Inc An engineering survey needs to be performed to determine if there are areas where premature or inadvertent collapse may occur including any adjacent str
3. Lockout Blockout Procedures All machinery or equipment capable of movement must be de energized or disengaged and blocked or locked out during cleaning servicing adjusting or setting up operations whenever required The locking out of the control circuits in lieu of locking out main power disconnects is prohibited All equipment control valve handles must be provided with a means for locking out The lock out procedure requires that stored energy i e mechanical hydraulic air be released or blocked before equipment is locked out for repairs Appropriate employees are provided with individually keyed personal safety locks Employees are required to keep personal control of their key s while they have safety locks in use Employees must check the safety of the lockout by attempting a start up after making sure no one is exposed Where the power disconnector does not also disconnect the electrical control circuit the appropriate electrical enclosures must be identified The control circuit can also be disconnected and locked out Welding Cutting and Brazing Only authorized and trained personnel are permitted to use welding cutting or brazing equipment All operators must have a copy of the appropriate operating instructions and are directed to follow them Many areas may require a HOT WORK permit to be used before starting any welding or cutting operations Check with the RSO before attempting any work without a permit Compressed
4. Page 70 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Lockout and Tagging procedures Communications Air Quality Monitoring 4 5 6 Fire Protection 7 8 9 Space Ventilation Procedures 10 Training employees in permitting requirements must be done by a qualified person or someone knowledgeable in all relevant aspects of confined space entry procedures The qualified person must be proficient in the following areas a b C h Types of confined spaces that employees will be entering Chemical and physical hazards Work practices and techniques Testing requirements permissible exposure limits etc Safety equipment such as respirators protective clothing and other protection such as helmets and shields Rescue procedures Knowledge of applicable Federal State and Local regulations Evaluation and test methods The effectiveness of the training program can be determined by the qualified person to see if safe work practices are being followed and testing the employee for knowledge of the operations and hazards Training shall be provided an approved source CONFINED SPACE IDENTIFICATION AND WARNING All permit required confined spaces located inside buildings shall be identified and posted with appropriate signs to discourage the entry of unauthorized individuals Where possib
5. Rollers should not be distorted and should roll freely 6 Friction buckles All friction buckles should be checked for sharp edges cracks distortion and to see that outer bars and center bars are straight Especially check corners and attachment points for wear and cracks 7 Destroy and replace all worn or damaged fall protection safety equipment lf excessive wear deterioration or mechanical malfunction is observed replace the harness immediately Never work with worn or damaged fall protection safety equipment Using damaged or worn equipment can cause serious injury or death 8 The inspector is the most important part of any inspection procedure Check all equipment thoroughly and follow all safety procedures and guidelines Do not take any shortcuts Safety Equipment Maintenance 1 Clean and maintain equipment in accordance with the manufacturers recommended practice Wash nylon harnesses only in warm water and mild cleanser Avoid harsh chemicals agents such as degreasing compounds turpentine paint thinner gasoline and other solvents 2 Allow nylon objects to dry naturally Do not use heat to speed up the process Inspect and lubricate light motor oil or equivalent snap hooks after cleaning to make sure they operate properly and close securely Fall Arrestor Systems Required When workers are required to work from surfaces that are 6 foot or greater above an adjacent safe workplace surface and are unprotected by ra
6. Slips falls and back injuries Working aloft Ladder safety Ergonomic hazards including lifting techniques and working on ladders or stooped posture for prolonged periods at one time Personal protective equipment Respiratory equipment Hazards communication Client requirements Job site physical hazards such as heat stress noise and ionizing and non ionizing radiation Personal hygiene Blood borne pathogens and other biological hazards 13 EMPLOYEE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM We recognize that open two way communication between management and staff on health and safety issues is essential to an injury free productive workforce The following system of communication is designed to facilitate a continuous flow of safety and heath information between management and staff in a form that is readily understandable and consists of the following items Site Specific Safety Plan SSSP Workplace safety and health training programs Page 278 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Regular required weekly safety meetings Effective communication of safety and health concerns between workers and supervisors Posted or distributed safety information New worker orientation required for all new employees 14 RECORD KEEPING We have taken the following steps to implement and maintain the following records to document our SSS
7. Whenever an employee is or can reasonably be expected to be exposed to cadmium in excess of the PEL the employer is required to establish a regulated area alerting employees to the hazards Regulated areas must Be set apart from the rest of the workplace in a way that establishes and alerts employees to the boundaries of the area Be entered ONLY by authorized persons Be entered ONLY by persons using proper respirators and Be accessible to employees who refrain from eating drinking smoking chewing tobacco or gum and applying cosmetics in such areas Employees must not carry store or use products associated with such activities in these areas Warning signs bearing the following information must be posted at all approaches to regulated areas DANGER CADMIUM CANCER HAZARD CAN CAUSE LUNG AND KIDNEY Page 196 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan DISEASE AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY RESPIRATORS REQUIRED IN THIS AREA OSHA requires that employers consider establishing regulated areas whenever the following construction activities are conducted Electrical grounding with cadmium welding Cutting brazing burning grinding or welding on surfaces that are painted with cadmium containing paints Electrical work using cadmium coated conduits Using cadmium containing paints Cutting and welding cadmium plated steel
8. e Disposable gloves must be worn during cleaning Respirators are not considered necessary for small cleaning jobs Larger cleaning jobs may require respirators contact Tim Messer Construction Inc s RSO for assistance with respirators HEPA vacuums should be used whenever possible to minimize exposure Gloves sponges disposable towels and other non cleanable materials used in the cleaning of lead painted or contaminated surfaces must be placed in plastic bags labeled as HAZARDOUS WASTE PAINT MATERIALS and dated Welding and cutting of metal surfaces All painted metal surfaces I beams pipes etc shall be assumed to be lead containing unless sampling or a manufacturer s specifications show otherwise Industrial coatings often contain other hazardous ingredients in addition to or in place of lead These might include but are not be limited to chromium cadmium and mercury When welding and or cutting lead painted surfaces powered air purifying respirators PAPR s with HEPA filters are required PAPR s are recommended for all welding and cutting operations unless ventilation is in place to control contaminants If welding or cutting is done in an occupied building proper exhaust ventilation must be supplied Similar guidelines apply to soldering of sheet metal tubing piping or sewer piping involving lead solder or other lead containing materials Training Individuals performing certain lead related functions may receive ac
9. A 45 degree angle fairing must be provided from the wall to the corridor corner of the cabinet Fairing must be provided at both ends of cabinet or bank of cabinets A 45 degree angle fairing must be provided at the top of the cabinets from the outside corridor edge of cabinet to the wall All cabinets must be anchored to the wall firmly enough to withstand 0 5g of lateral acceleration or a lateral load equal to 1 2 the total dead weight of the cabinet and its contents in the event of an earthquake Liquids and chemicals are not to be stored in corridor lockers Any deviation from the above requirements must be approved by the Responsible Safety Officer Hazardous Chemical Exposures In any company which utilizes chemical substances a training program on the handling hazards storage exposure risks symptoms of chemical exposure spills and first aid needs to be part of any new employees training There must also be follow up training sessions as to any new chemical or processes that may be initiated by the company Follow up training sessions act as a reinforcement of safety standards that need to be followed on a daily basis Page 57 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan In a training program employees will learn acceptable levels of chemical exposure proper storage and labeling of chemicals and usage of protective clothing and equipment for han
10. Belt or Harness Fall protection safety belts and harnesses are the second component of a personal fall protection system A qualified person must evaluate the type of falling hazards and choose the appropriate belt or harness Safety belts are only allowed for positioning devices after January 1 1998 Therefore a full body harness will be used by employees The type of anchor point and available connecting devices will also be a factor in choosing a belt or harness C Connecting Device Lanyards rope grabs and deceleration devices are all examples of connecting devices As with belt and harnesses the proper choice of a connecting device is dictated by the other system components and the jobsite requirements Categories of Fall Protection CAL OSHA requires that a personal fall protection device be used when an employee is working at an unprotected elevation 6 ft and above and are at risk of a fall or need both hands free to work Three categories of fall protection systems have been identified based on the different situations faced by the employee Personal fall protection equipment is designed for use with one or more or the categories of fall protection Do not ever use fall protection safety equipment for a purpose it was not designed for Severe injury or death could result from the improper use of fall protection equipment It is important that all employees understand the nature of the falling Page 173 Copyright Sunshine Safe
11. Deformed thimbles or enlarged buckle tongue holes or grommets Damaged or distorted snap hooks or faulty springs Cracks or distortions in fall protection hardware DEFINITIONS Anchor point A secure point of attachment for lifelines lanyards or deceleration grabbing devices Body belt A strap with means both for securing it about the waist and for attaching it to a lanyard lifeline or deceleration grabbing device Body belts are prohibited at Tim Messer Construction Inc Body harness An interconnected set of straps that may be secured about a person in a manner that distributes the fall arrest forces over at least the thighs pelvis waist chest and shoulders with a means for attaching the harness to other components of a personal fall arrest system Connector A device that is used to connect parts of a personal fall arrest system together i e D rings and snap hooks Deceleration device Any mechanism such as a rope grabbing device ripstitch lanyard specially woven lanyard or automatic self retracting lifeline lanyard which Page 171 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan serves to dissipate a substantial amount of energy during a fall arrest or otherwise limits the energy imposed on an employee during fall arrest Deceleration distance The additional vertical distance a falling person travels excluding lifeline elongation and free f
12. Once removed any disposable materials must be gathered and disposed of as lead waste Specific requirements are outlined in the waste disposal section Work procedures not previously monitored will require personal air sampling to determine airborne lead levels and the adequacy of respiratory protection Air samples will be collected then forwarded to an accredited laboratory for analysis Employees should be trained in the use fitting and limitations of their PPE as per OSHA s Personal Protective Equipment Standard 29CRF 1910 132 138 Hygiene Facilities Personal hygiene is critical in the control of lead exposure for employees working with lead containing materials Hygiene facilities with soap water and disposable towels must be provided for employees If jobs are extensive or large in scope or if the paint being disturbed has a high lead content the waste water should be gathered and placed in drums for further analysis Collection could take place until a correlation between the lead content of waste water lead levels in paint and the activities performed could be established Smoking chewing tobacco gum or food will not be allowed in the work area Employees must wash hands and face thoroughly before all breaks and at the end of the work shift Operations and Maintenance Activities In many instances routine painting and repair jobs will disturb materials that contain lead Lead containing paint and window glazing are just t
13. St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Hot Work Permit Form Hot Work is not permitted unless this form is completed and signed by the Responsible Safety Officer or designated representative and site owner notified of hot works location Name of person company performing Hot Work Date of Work Permit No Work Order Number Location of Work be specific including building and room number Description of Work This permit is valid from am pm on ___ ___ to am pm on II Special Precautions The work site has been inspected by me have arranged for the fire panel to be isolated and all other necessary precautions taken Name Signed Date Person performing the work The fire alarm and panel has been isolated and the work site has been inspected by me and declared safe for hot work to proceed Name Signed Date RSO or designated representative Page 106 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan FIRE WATCH if required Work site and all adjacent areas where sparks may have spread were inspected by me during and or at least thirty 30 minutes after the work was completed and no fire conditions were noted The fire panel has been de isolated Name Fire Watcher Signed Date The fire alarms and thermal smoke detectors must be isolated before hot work commences This is do
14. When no anchor point is readily available for use with a snap lock hook than the lanyard can be wrapped around a member and connected back to itself This may only be done if the lanyard has a locking hook and has been specifically designed for this application When performing work or inspection activities at a specific area only not moving around and the use of the back D ring and lanyard is not feasible then the rope lanyard connected to the waist D rings positioning device must be used A positioning device must be rigged so that a climber can never free fall more than 2 ft Never connect both locking hooks to the same D ring Never wrap a rope lanyard around sharp edges Tie off of a rope lanyard around an H or I beam can significantly reduce its strength due to the cutting action of the beam edges Minimizing the potential fall distance reduces the possible force a lanyard would be subject to Therefore unless the rope lanyard is adequately protected and the potential free fall distance is limited to 2 ft a nylon webbing strap lanyard or a wire core lanyard should be use Page 175 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Special Circumstances Tim Messer Construction Inc recognizes that due to the unique nature of the work performed there will be times when exceptions to the above policies will have to be made Approval for any exception
15. building we also have specific responsibilities to protect our employees from asbestos hazards which may be present at any site where they work Some of our workers may clean up dust and debris after work that involved disturbance or removal of VAT asbestos containing mastics thermal system insulation surfacing material or other asbestos containing materials Our employees clean up work is classified as Class IV construction activity under the OSHA Asbestos Standards if the work is the result of Class Il or Ill construction activity Tim Messer Construction Inc has responsibilities to take specific actions to protect the health and safety of these workers whenever they are engaged in such activity even though the work which resulted in the dust and debris was performed by other workers Our obligations include the following items in all cases Stephen Ferguson will assign a competent person which must supervise all Class IV jobs involving contact with and clean up of asbestos containing materials A competent person is an employee who has received specialized training to identify asbestos hazards to select the best control strategy and to take prompt action to correct or eliminate problems The competent person who supervises Class IV work must receive training equivalent to EPA s 16 hours of operations and maintenance training and annual refresher training Training must focus on the locations of suspect materials work practices job a
16. cornices tank linings and electrical conduits In plumbing an alloy of lead tin had been used extensively for soldering tin plate and pipe joints Use of lead solders in plumbing systems is now prohibited by law Lead based paint had also been used extensively for residential and commercial applications but has been banned for residential use by the Consumer Product Safety Commission Lead based paint may still be used on metal structures bridges railways beams etc to prevent corrosion although substitute coatings are now available Significant lead exposures can arise during stripping or demolition of structures containing lead based paint The types of work with the greatest potential for lead exposure include iron work demolition painting plumbing electrical lead based paint abatement heating air conditioning and carpentry renovation activities This chapter covers Tim Messer Construction Inc s policy regarding procedures and operations involving the use maintenance and disturbance of lead containing materials This document was developed to assure that lead and lead containing materials are properly maintained and handled The procedures outlined in this policy will promote the safe management of lead and lead containing materials They will also help assure compliance with regulations applicable to lead Scope Occupationally these exposures may include Page 199 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Ti
17. form of directions and statements from your supervisor written in the form of directives and this manual and by example If you see a supervisor or management do something unsafe please tell that person We sometimes forget actions speak louder than words Incident Reporting Definitions Incident Any unplanned event that occurs during the performance of work First Aid Case An occupational injury or illness where care given that is not classified as medical treatment according to CAL OSHA Recordkeeping guidelines Medical Treatment Case CAL OSHA Recordable Case An occupational injury or illness requiring medical treatment as defined by the CAL OSHA Recordkeeping guidelines Common examples include intrusive procedures i e lancing stitches drilling second or subsequent return visits for treatments of any kind prescribing medication broken bones loss of consciousness restricted work activities lost days from work and welding flash burns of the eye Responsibilities Employee Employees are required to immediately report all incidents upon their occurrence to their supervisor Field Supervision Supervisors are responsible for ensuring the medical needs of employees are met when an injury or illness results from an incident at work When medical needs are satisfied supervisors are responsible for reporting the event securing the accident scene and initiating the incident investigation process Site or Project Safety Repr
18. new workers may be given an initial drug screening test Workers who test positive for drugs or other signs of substance abuse will not be hired Additionally random drug testing may be performed throughout your term of employment at Tim Messer Construction Inc s discretion including but not limited to the following 1 Any workers involved in jobsite or vehicular accidents or near misses may be subject to immediate drug testing Random searches by outside inspection services including drug detection dogs Reasonable suspicion or cause testing Post rehabilitation probationary testing Testing to comply with contractual obligations or governmental agencies Routine periodical testing OO eee TS Workers already employed by Tim Messer Construction Inc who test positive for drugs may be terminated or referred to a community substance abuse program for help disciplinary action or notification of authorities at the discretion of the employer Hazard Identification amp Abatement This written safety and health plan sets out a system for identifying workplace hazards and correcting them in a timely fashion Please review it carefully with your Page 14 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan supervisor Remember safety is everyone s responsibility Safety Audits The best method to establish a safer workplace is to study past accidents an
19. rage 79 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 5 Electrical Safety Policy It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc to take every reasonable precaution in the performance of work to protect the health and safety of employees and the public and to minimize the probability of damage to property The electrical safety requirements contained in this chapter are regulations set forth by Tim Messer Construction Inc Employee Responsibility All Tim Messer Construction Inc personnel are responsible for all aspects of safety within their own groups The Responsible Safety Officer is responsible for providing information instruction and assistance as appropriate concerning Tim Messer Construction Inc electrical safety requirements and procedures Individual employees are responsible for their own and their co workers safety This means Become acquainted with all potential hazards in the area in which they work Learn and follow the appropriate standards procedures and hazard control methods Never undertake a potentially hazardous operation without consulting with appropriate supervision Stop any operation you believe to be hazardous Notify a supervisor of any condition or behavior that poses a potential hazard Wear and use appropriate protective equipment Immediately report any occupational injury or illness to the Respon
20. regarding unsafe conditions or serious concealed dangers Review this communication carefully and adjust your workplace behavior to avoid any danger or hazards If you are unclear or unsure of the significance of this written communication contact your supervisor and review your planned actions before starting to work It is better to wait and check then to go ahead and possibly cause an injury to yourself and others Managers must provide written notice to employees of any serious concealed dangers of which they have actual knowledge In addition to providing written notice of all serious concealed dangers to employees managers are required to report serious concealed dangers to either CAL OSHA or an appropriate administrative agency within fifteen days or immediately if such danger would cause imminent harm unless the danger is abated Merely identifying the problem is not sufficient The danger must be reported to the appropriate supervisor and the Responsible Safety Officer who then will correct the problem If the danger cannot be corrected then all employees will be warned to take protective action so that the danger will not result in any injuries Page 15 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Workplace Inspections In addition to the examination of records work place safety inspections will occur periodically every week when conditions change or
21. removed until the employer determines that the concrete has gained sufficient strength to support its weight and superimposed loads Such determination shall be based on compliance with one of the following The plans and specifications stipulate conditions for removal of forms and shores and such conditions have been followed or The concrete has been properly tested with an appropriate ASTM standard test method designed to indicate the concrete compressive strength and the test results indicate that the concrete has gained sufficient strength to support its weight and superimposed loads Reshoring shall not be removed until the concrete being supported has attained adequate strength to support its weight and all loads in place upon it Limited Access Zone Masonry Work A limited access zone shall be established whenever a masonry wall is being constructed The limited access zone shall be established prior to the start of construction of the wall The limited access zone shall be equal to the height of the wall to reconstructed plus four feet and shall run the entire length of the wall and this zone shall be placed on the Page 183 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan side of the wall which will be unscaffolded The limited access zone shall be restricted to entry by employees actively engaged in constructing the wall No other employees shall be
22. welders electricians plumbers and general maintenance personnel Employees involved in lead abatement activities must receive more extensive EPA approved lead abatement worker and or supervisor level training Medical Surveillance All Tim Messer Construction Inc employees involved in the disturbance of lead containing materials working with lead compounds glazes solders etc or lead based paint as part of regular work activities must be involved in Tim Messer Construction Inc s Occupational Medicine Program Employees will have blood lead levels checked initially then at least annually thereafter Blood lead levels should also be checked at the termination of employment The ultimate frequency of blood screening will be dictated by the amount of lead related work each affected employee performs and on advice from the Occupational Medicine physician Tim Messer Construction Inc will fit test employees with proper respirators provide respirator training and assist with the required paperwork Occupational Medicine will perform all necessary medical tests and evaluations The Occupational Medicine physician should include a written respirator approval as part of the medical surveillance Lead Based Paint Defined The definition of lead based paint as follows Page 202 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 0 5 by weight as analyzed by a chem
23. 10 feet from the equipment where feasible must be Page 239 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan established e Equipment must be properly grounded e Workers must be kept from touching the line above the insulating link e The owner and user must meet with the equipment operator and other workers to review procedures e One person must be identified who will implement the plan and can stop work if necessary and e Documentation of these procedures must be immediately available on site Equipment traveling under or near a power line must a have a lowered boom mast and support system b obey minimum clearance distances set in Table T c reduce speeds to minimize breaching d use a dedicated spotter if closer than 20 feet e illuminate or identify the power lines at night and f identify and use a safe path of travel Table T Minimum Clearance Distances While Traveling with No Load Up to 0 75 kV 4 ft gt 0 75 to 50 kV 6 ft gt 50 to 345 kV 10 ft gt 345 to 750 kV 16 ft gt 750 to 1 000 kV 20 ft gt 1 000 kV established by owner or registered professional engineer qualified person INSPECTIONS Inspections by a qualified person are required after modifications after repairs or adjustments and after assembly Before each shift visual inspections by a competent person are required The inspection must consist of observation for a
24. Areas without natural lighting and areas where hazardous operations are conducted must be provided with enough automatically activated emergency lighting to permit exit or entry of personnel if the primary lighting fails Certain jobs require standard safety apparel and appliances for the protection of the employee Your supervisor is aware of the requirements and will furnish you with the necessary approved protective appliances These items shall be worn and effectively maintained as a condition of your continued employment and part of our mutual obligation to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act Page 60 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 4 Confined Spaces INTRODUCTION The hazards that may be present in a confined space are not easily seen smelled heard or felt but can represent deadly risks The worker who enters confined spaces may be or often is exposed to multiple hazards due primarily to ignorance or negligence in the enforcement of safety regulations This ignorance and neglect has led to countless deaths by asphyxiation fire and or explosion and by fatal exposure to toxic materials A permit required confined space is one in which dangerous air contaminants may be generated and may not be removed by ventilation When an employee works in this type of environment the chance exists that atmospheres present may be oxy
25. Employees shall have access to a shaded area to prevent or recover from heat illness symptoms and where they can take their rest breaks The importance of taking rest breaks and recognizing when a preventative recovery period is needed allowing employees to cool shall be addressed at tailgate meetings Page 153 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan In the event an employee feels discomfort from the heat a preventative recovery period is needed to allow the employee to cool down and prevent the onset of heat illness Supervisors and employees shall carry radios or other means of communication to ensure that emergency services can be called Verification that the radios or other means of communication are functional at the worksite shall be carried out prior to each shift TRAINING Training shall be provided for employees working on job tasks where environmental risk factors for heat illness are present and training for their respective supervisors All employees working on job tasks where environmental risk factors for heat illness are present shall receive instruction before being assigned to work tasks Training topics shall include the following Environmental and personal risk factors for heat illness Procedures for identifying evaluating and controlling exposures to the environmental and personal risk factors for heat illness Employees who exper
26. Equipment operators must receive special training At the present time there is no correlation between results from laboratory analysis and XRF measurement Laboratory Testing Laboratory analysis provides the most reliable information but it can take as long as three weeks to receive results The steps listed below should be followed when collecting bulk samples All paint samples should be collected in a new plastic sample bag Samples should be labeled with a sample number the surface sampled and the sample location For proper laboratory analysis approximately 5 grams of paint chips must be collected For reference a nickel weighs approximately 5 grams Samples must represent a cross section of materials down to the substrate Care should be taken to collect as little substrate as possible For example a paint sample on a wood door should contain paint down to the bare wood surface but should not contain a significant amount of the wood itself Page 203 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Personal Protective Equipment PPE Personal protective equipment PPE is required when disturbing lead containing materials This equipment would include but not be limited to Disposable or cleanable work gloves Coveralls Tyvek or similar with foot covering Goggles or face shields Properly fitted half face respirators with HEPA cartridges
27. MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Fork extensions are only appropriate for occasional use When longer forks are needed on a regular basis the truck should be equipped with standard forks of a longer length Routine on the job inspections of the fork extension must be made by the fork lift operator before each use unless in the judgment of the supervisor less frequent inspections are reasonable because of his or her knowledge of its use since the last inspection Extensions must be inspected for evidence of bending overload excess corrosion cracks and any other deterioration likely to affect their safe use All fork extensions must be proof load tested to establish or verify their rated capacities whether they were supplied commercially or fabricated at Tim Messer Construction Inc A load equal to the rated capacity of the pair at a particular load center multiplied by 1 15 must be placed on each fork extension pair and fork assembly and supported for a period of five minutes without any significant deformation Rated capacity must be determined at significant load centers including the midpoint of the extension and at the tip Once determined the rated capacity and load center information must be shown by stamping or tagging the extensions in a protected location of low stress The proof load test must be witnessed by a mechanical engineer or designer Whenever evidence of deterioration is detect
28. Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan staff and visitors are to leave the area immediately and assemble at a the pre determined emergency meeting location The Supervisor or acting supervisor shall contact the Project Manager any time an emergency action plan has been enacted The on site Client Representative will also be contacted immediately 17 SITE SPECIFIC MEDICAL EMERGENCY PLAN In the event serious injury or illness occurs to a Tim Messer Construction Inc employee he she is to be taken immediately to For minor injuries such as simple cuts sprains etc The employee will be taken to the nearest required medical treatment facility If in doubt assume the worst and transport the employee to he nearest Emergency Medical Center The on site Client Representative shall be notified as soon as possible In cases of serious injury or illness the employee is to be sent immediately to the nearest hospital by ambulance if necessary If the injury is the result of an accident on site then an Accident Report Form is to be filled out and submitted to the on site Client representative Tim Messer Construction Inc employees MUST report all injuries or illnesses as soon as possible to the on site supervisor Page 280 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 31 Drug Free Workplace Program In a commitment to safe
29. Modifications and additions must not be performed by the customer or user without manufacturer s prior authorization or qualified engineering analysis Where such authorization is granted capacity operation and maintenance instruction plates tags or decals must be changed accordingly If the forklift truck is equipped with front end attachments other than factory installed attachments the user must ensure that the truck is marked with a card or plate that identifies the current attachments shows the approximate weight of the truck with current attachments and shows the lifting capacity of the truck with current attachments at maximum lift elevation with load laterally centered The user must see that all nameplates and caution and instruction markings are in place and legible The user must consider that changes in load dimension may affect truck capacities Forklift Maintenance Because forklift trucks may become hazardous if maintenance is neglected or incomplete procedures for maintenance must comply with ANSI B56 1 Section 7 and CAL OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1919 178 g Forklift Extension Maximum efficiency reliability and safety require that the use of fork extensions be guided by principles of proper application design fabrication use inspection and maintenance The user must notify the Responsible Safety Officer before purchasing extensions or having them fabricated Page 135 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis
30. a crane suspended platform where another procedure is not possible because of structure design or work site conditions Personnel platforms must be designed by a qualified engineer and reviewed by the Responsible Safety Officer The suspension system must minimize tipping The platform itself must be capable of supporting without failure its own weight and at least 5 times the maximum intended load based on the ultimate strength of the members The design must conform to 29 CFR 1926 550 g Load lines shall be capable of supporting without failure at least 7 times the maximum intended load Where rotation resistant rope is used the lines shall be capable of supporting without failure at least 10 times the maximum intended load Page 179 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 19 Concrete Masonry Work Working with Concrete Cement Products At Tim Messer Construction Inc cement and concrete work is our job But you should be aware that without proper protection cement and concrete dust can cause lung damage You can even get an allergic reaction from skin contact with cement Without protection cement and concrete can be bad news Different cements have different ingredients Many of them contain substances that can be hazardous like silica lime gypsum nickel cobalt and chromium compounds Potential Illnesses Breathing too much cement
31. a reasonable search of vehicles containers lockers or other items on Tim Messer Construction Inc property will be grounds for dismissal or reason for denial to Tim Messer Construction Inc premises 5 Confidentiality a All information interviews reports statement memoranda and drug test results written or otherwise received by Tim Messer Construction Inc through a drug testing program are confidential communications and may not be used or received in evidence obtained in discovery or disclosed in any public or private proceeding except as may otherwise be provided by statute or regulation Similarly Medical Review Officers laboratories employee assistance programs drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs and their agents and employees who receive or have access to information concerning drug test results obtained pursuant to this program shall keep all such information confidential except as provided above or when its release is authorized pursuant to a written consent form Signed voluntarily by the person tested b Information on drug test results shall not be released or used in any criminal proceeding against the employee or job applicant Information released contrary to this section shall be inadmissible as evidence in any such criminal proceeding 6 Affect of Other Medication Each employee or job applicant may provide any information he or she considers relevant to a drug test including identification of currentl
32. a toilet room nor in any area exposed to a toxic material Waste disposal containers Receptacles constructed of smooth corrosion resistant easily cleanable or disposable materials shall be provided and used for the disposal of waste food The number size and location of such receptacles shall encourage their use and not result in overfilling They shall be emptied not less frequently than once each working day unless unused and shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition Receptacles shall be provided with a solid tight fitting cover unless sanitary conditions can be maintained without use of a cover Sanitary storage No food or beverages shall be stored in toilet rooms or in an area exposed to a toxic material Food handling All employee food service facilities and operations shall be carried out in accordance with sound hygienic principles In all places of employment where all or part of the food service is provided the food dispensed shall be wholesome free from spoilage and shall be processed prepared handled and stored in such a manner as to be protected against contamination Page 263 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 29 Bloodborne Pathogen Program Purpose This program is for all employees of Tim Messer Construction Inc who may possibly be exposed to blood or body fluids in the conduct of their job This infe
33. accident Protective Systems Equipment must be designed and constructed to provide personnel protection First line and backup safeguards should be provided to prevent personnel access to energized circuits Periodic tests must be established to verify that these protective systems are operative For all 120 volt 15 and 20 amp branch circuits the are cord plug connected Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCI s shall be used this is the primary protection Secondary protection benefits may be realized from utilizing an Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Program AEGCP This program provides for initial and periodic verification of ground continuity of all electrical power tool and extension cords If used continuity checks are made initially and at three month intervals Cords that are checked shall have distinguishable taped markings placed within one foot of the male end of the cord This program is not however mandatory if GFCI s are faithfully used which is the company policy A written assured equipment grounding conductor program continuously enforced at the Page 83 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan site by one or more designated persons to ensure that equipment grounding conductors for all cord sets receptacles that are not a part of the permanent wiring of the building or structure and equipment connected by cord and plug are in
34. alert employees that it is unsafe and not to be used for drinking washing or personal use When pipelines are heated by electricity steam or other external sources warning signs or tags placed at unions valves or other serviceable parts will be part of the system Material Handling In the handling of materials employees must know the following There must be safe clearance for equipment through aisles and doorways Aisle ways must be designated permanently marked and kept clear to allow unhindered passage Motorized vehicles and mechanized equipment will be inspected daily or prior to use Vehicles must be shut off and brakes must be set prior to loading or unloading Containers of combustibles or flammables when stacked while being moved must be separated by dunnage sufficient to provide stability If dock boards bridge plates are used when loading or unloading operations are taking place between vehicles and docks precautions must be observed Trucks and trailers will be secured from movement during loading and unloading operations Dock plates and loading ramps will be constructed and maintained with sufficient strength to support imposed loading Hand trucks must be maintained in safe operating condition Chutes must be equipped with sideboards of sufficient height to prevent the handled materials from falling off Page 36 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury a
35. be inhaled and absorbed through you lungs and upper respiratory tract Inhalation of airborne lead is generally the most important source of occupational lead absorption You can also absorb lead through your digestive system if lead gets into your mouth and is swallowed If you handle food cigarettes chewing tobacco or make up which have lead on them or handle them with hands contaminated with lead this will contribute to ingestion A significant portion of the lead that you inhale or ingest gets into your blood stream Once in your blood stream lead is circulated throughout your body and stored in various organs and body tissues Some of this lead is quickly filtered out of your body and excreted but some remains in the blood and other tissues As exposure to lead continues the amount stored in your body will increase if you are absorbing more lead than your body is excreting Even though you may not be aware of any immediate symptoms of disease this lead stored in your tissues can be slowly causing irreversible damage first to individual cells then to your organs and whole body systems B Effects of overexposure to lead 1 Short term acute overexposure Lead is a potent systemic poison that serves no known useful function once Page 211 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan absorbed by your body Taken in large enough doses lead can kill you in
36. be placed outside the booth Belts and pulleys must be completely enclosed Drying apparatus should be located in a well ventilated area in the booth and properly grounded Infrared drying apparatus must be kept out of the spray area during a spraying operation Confined Spaces Before entry into a confined space all impellers agitators or other moving equipment contained in the confined space must be locked out Ventilation must be either natural or mechanically provided into the confined space All hazardous or corrosive substances that contain inert toxic flammable or corrosive materials must be valved off blanked disconnected and separated Atmospheric tests should be performed to check for oxygen content toxicity and explosive concentration Atmospheric tests must be performed on a regular basis in a confined area where entry is required The area must also be checked for decaying vegetation or animal matter that could produce methane Adequate lighting must be provided within the space If the confined area is located below the ground or near where motor vehicles are operating care must be taken that vehicle exhaust or carbon monoxide does not enter the space When personnel enter a confined area assigned safety standby employees who are alert to the work being done are able to sound an alarm if necessary and to render assistance must be in the area These standby employees must be trained to assist in handling lifelines respi
37. breaking the plane of the confined space with any part of the body Permit required confined spaces are of greater hazard than non permit required confined space The entry points to permit required confined spaces located within a building are marked with red stenciled signs stating Danger Permit Required Confined Space Do Not Enter It is important to realize that a non permit required confined space may require re classification based on the type of work to be performed For example an underground vault may be classified as non permit required however if an employee will be applying a solvent within this space it could be upgraded to a permit required confined space WARNING SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN A CONFINED SPACE OR NEAR THE ENTRANCE TO A CONFINED SPACE AT ANY TIME THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT WHEN THE SPACE IS BEING INITIALLY OPENED AND THE ATMOSPHERE TESTED WARNING ALL ENERGY SOURCES MUST BE LOCKED OUT OR TAGGED OUT BEFORE ENTRY UNLESS HOT WORK PERMITS HAVE BEEN AUTHORIZED BY THE SUPERVISOR Before entering the confined space the employee should follow these minimum requirements A Employees may not enter the confined space without specific training in confined space entry and approval of their supervisor B Any conditions making it unsafe to remove an entrance opening cover shall be evaluated and the necessary precautions applied before the cover is removed C When an entrance opening cover is removed t
38. dates Post Exposure Treatment and Notification Procedures Should an affected Employee or an Employee acting as a Good Samaritan be occupationally exposed to HIV HAV HBV the affected Employee will report the exposure to the RSO Tim Messer Construction Inc will provide for the Employee to be tested for HIV HAV HBV at Tim Messer Construction Inc s expense Following the initial blood test at time of exposure seronegative Employees will be retested at 6 weeks 12 weeks and 6 months to determine if transmission has occurred During this period the Employee will follow the recommendations provided by the Physician or the U S Public Health Service An occupational exposure is defined as blood or body fluid contact from an injured or ill Employee to an open wound or mucous membrane of the affected Employee or an injury by a contaminated sharp object Following the report of exposure the RSO will contact the exposure source and request that person be tested for HIV HAV HBV at Tim Messer Construction Inc s expense The request is not mandatory and if refused will not effect that Employee s future employment The source individual s blood is tested as soon as possible and after consent is obtained to determine HBV and HIV infectivity Hepatitis B surface Antigen Hepatitis C Antibody and HIV Screen The exposed employee s blood shall be collected as soon as feasible and tested for HBV Hepatitis Bs Antibody Hepatitis C Antibody and
39. employees exposed to cadmium above the PEL must shower at the end of the work shift and must wash their hands and faces prior to eating drinking smoking chewing tobacco or gum or applying cosmetics Exposure Monitoring Page 195 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan There are four significant exposure monitoring provisions of the cadmium standard for construction 1 prior to performing any construction work where employees may be exposed to cadmium the employer must determine through a designated competent person whether cadmium is present in the workplace and whether there is a possibility that an employee may be exposed to cadmium at or above the action level 2 if the employee periodically performs tasks that may expose him or her to a higher concentration of airborne cadmium the employer must monitor the employee while performing those tasks 3 no minimum frequency for monitoring is required under the construction industry s cadmium standard e g the changing nature of job and work conditions often limit the value of periodic monitoring on a fixed schedule 4 the employer shall notify each affected employee in writing of the results and shall post the results in an appropriate location accessible to affected employees no later than 5 working days after receiving the results of any monitoring that is performed Regulated Areas
40. equipment s capacity by calculation use of a load weighing device or other means The boom and equipment must not contact any obstructions Loads cannot be pulled or dragged sideways For wheel mounted equipment loads cannot be lifted over the front area unless permitted by the manufacturer Brakes must be tested each time a load that is 90 percent or more of the maximum line pull is lifted Operators cannot travel with a load if prohibited by the manufacturer Traveling with a load must be supervised by a competent person who first determines if it is necessary Rotation of the load during travel must be controlled Operators must obey stop signals no matter who gives them Cranes except tower cranes must not be operated without the counterweights recommended by the manufacturer in place STOPPING WORK Whenever there is a safety concern the operator must have the authority to stop work and or refuse to handle loads until a qualified person has determined that safety has been assured SIGNALS A signal person is required when the operator is not in full view of the load area or load travel when the travel view is obstructed or whenever the operator or load handler determines it is necessary due to site specific concerns Signal persons can use hand signals voice audible signals or new signals Non standard hand signals must be agreed upon ahead of time New signals must be equally effective and comply with a national consensus
41. equipment and machinery should be securely placed and anchored when necessary to prevent tipping or other movement that could result in personal injury Most of the time machinery should be bolted to the floor to prevent falling during an earthquake and the electrical cord to the machinery fixed with a breaker or other shut off device to stop power in case of machine movement There must be a power shut off switch within reach of the operator s position at each machine Electrical power to each machine shall be capable of being locked out for maintenance repair or security The non current carrying metal parts of electrically operated machines must be bonded and grounded The foot operated switches are guarded and or arranged to prevent accidental actuation by personnel or falling objects All manually operated valves and switches controlling the operation of equipment and machines must be clearly identified and readily accessible All EMERGENCY stop buttons are colored RED All the pulleys and belts which are within 7 feet of the floor or working level are properly guarded All moving chains and gears must be properly guarded All splash guards mounted on machines that use coolant must be positioned to prevent coolant from splashing the employees The supervisor will instruct every employee in the work area on the methods provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards created by the operation of a machi
42. equipment needed to maintain a safe work area will be determined by the means of access and rescue The following should be considered 1 Type of confined space to be entered 2 Access to the entrance 3 Number and size of openings 4 Barriers within the space 5 Occupancy load 6 Time required to exit confined space 4 Physical Effects A Thermal Effects When working in confined spaces certain considerations must be taken to prevent conditions such as frostbite hypothermia excessive body heat loss and heat stress The use of protective clothing for both hot and cold environments will add additional bulk to the worker and must be considered in allowing for movement in the confined space and also for exit time in emergencies B Noise Page 69 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Noise problems are usually intensified in a confined space because the interior tends to cause sound to reverberate and cause extremely high noise levels This high noise level can sometimes cause hearing damage to workers and can create problems with communication between workers inside the confined space and assisting workers outside the confined space Hearing protection must be provided when the time weighted sound level pressure exceeds 85 decibels C General Some physical hazards cannot be eliminated because of the nature of a confined space or the work t
43. gas cylinders should be regularly examined for obvious signs of defects deep rusting or leakage Use care in handling and storing cylinders safety valves relief valves and the like to prevent damage Precaution must be taken to prevent mixture of air or oxygen with flammable gases except at a burner or in a standard torch Only approved apparatus torches regulators pressure reducing valves acetylene generators manifolds may be used Cylinders must be kept away from sources of heat It is prohibited to use cylinders as rollers or supports Empty cylinders must be appropriately marked their valves closed and valve protection caps on Page 24 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Signs reading DANGER NO SMOKING FLAMES OR OPEN LIGHTS or equivalent must be posted Cylinders cylinder valves couplings regulators hoses and apparatus must be kept free of oily or greasy substances Care must be taken not to drop or strike cylinders Unless secured on special trucks all regulators must be removed and valve protection caps put in place before moving cylinders All cylinders without fixed hand wheels must have keys handles or non adjustable wrenches on stem valves when in service Liquefied gases must be stored and shipped valve end up with valve covers in place Before a regulator is removed the valve must be closed and gas released from the regula
44. hazards when not to have a chemical in a confined area or to store in closed containers usage of eye wash fountains and safety showers and the necessary posting of open and dangerous areas It is important that an employee recognize the Threshold Limit Values or Permissible Exposure Limits of airborne contaminants and physical agents in the workplace Page 31 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan A procedural manual or set of instructions must be part of the program with periodic inspections that clearly indicate whether an employee may be mishandling a chemical or endangering himself or others Part of the manual or procedures must establish a standard of when and how to deal with chemical spills neutralizing and disposing of spills or overflows These procedures must also be posted in an area that is easily accessible for reference usage First aid training and equipment will be routine in any facility where chemicals are used Employees must know how to handle equipment in emergency situations what equipment needs to be used and whether the equipment is adequate for the situation Respirators may be used either as protective safety equipment or for emergency usage Therefore the employee should recognize that respirators need to be stored in a clean sanitary and convenient location and inspected on a regular basis Also what respirators are approved b
45. in legal spaces and must not obstruct traffic Defensive driving must be practiced by all employees Employees should park their vehicles in well lighted areas at or near entrances to avoid criminal misconduct Vehicle Maintenance Work safely when repairing vehicles Where tires are mounted and or inflated on drop center wheels a safe practice procedure must be posted and enforced Where tires are mounted and or inflated on wheels with split rims and or retainer rings a safe practice procedure must be posted and enforced Each tire inflation hose must have a clip on chuck with at least 24 inches of hose between the chuck and an in line hand valve and gauge The tire inflation control valve should automatically shut off the air flow when the valve is released A tire restraining device such as a cage rack or other effective Page 43 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan means must be used while inflating tires mounted on split rims or rims using retainer rings Employees are strictly forbidden from taking a position directly over or in front of a tire while it s being inflated Proper lifting techniques must be used by employees to avoid over exertion when lifting packages Cleanliness All work sites must be clean and orderly All work surfaces must be kept dry or appropriate means taken to assure that surfaces are slip resistant All spill materials or
46. inability to wear a respirator the removal need only be from jobs with exposure to cadmium above the PEL Where an employee temporarily is medically removed from a job for reasons related to cadmium exposure the employer must remove the employee from any job where exposure is at or above the action level and must provide medical removal benefits such as normal earnings seniority and employee rights for a maximum of 18 months Cadmium Hazard Communication Employers in the construction industry must communicate to employees the hazards of occupational exposure to cadmium In a multi employer workplace however an employer who produces uses or stores cadmium in a manner that may expose the employees of other employers to cadmium is required to notify the other employers of the potential hazard in accordance with the provisions outlined in the hazard communication standard for construction in 29 CFR 1926 59 The cadmium standard requires regulated areas to be posted with appropriate warning signs Because the nature of construction work and the hazards often associated with it often change dramatically in the course of completing a project regulated areas also may need to be established on a temporary basis Therefore using warning signs is especially important because employees who are regularly scheduled to work in or near these areas need to be warned about exposure to cadmium at or above the PEL Recordkeeping Recordkeeping provision
47. injuries from arc blasts The minimum PPE required would be an untreated natural fiber long sleeve shirt and long pants with safety glasses with side shields hazard risk category 0 Higher categories require FR rated clothing typically 4Cal for 300V amp less category 1 and an Arc Blast faceshield for Category 2 typically 8Cal clothing for 600V amp less Categories 3 amp 4 require even higher rated coveralls with FR rated hood and gloves Page 89 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 6 LOCKOUT TAGOUT PROCEDURE POLICY It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc that any individual engaging in the maintenance repairing cleaning servicing of energy stored equipment will abide by the procedures outlined in this document and other safety measures outlined in the Tim Messer Construction Inc Safety amp Health Manual These procedures are designed to meet or exceed applicable CAL OSHA standards for safe work practices Lockout is a first means of protection warning tags only supplement the use of locks Tags alone may be used only when the application of a lock is not practically feasible and with approval of the RSO Stephen Ferguson or the appropriate supervisor PURPOSE To ensure that all individuals are protected from accidental or unexpected activation of steam gas chemical kinetic mechanical and or electrical equipm
48. injury 10 There will be no consumption of liquor or beer on the job 11 Employees should be alert to see that all guards and other protective devices are in their proper places and adjusted and shall report deficiencies promptly to the RSO 12 Employees shall not handle or tamper with any electrical equipment machinery or air or water lines in a manner not within the scope of their duties unless they have received specific instructions 13 All injuries should be reported to the Supervisor Responsible Safety Officer or RSO so that arrangements can be made for medical or first aid treatment 14 When lifting heavy objects use the large muscles of the leg instead of the smaller muscles of the back 15 Do not throw things especially material and equipment Dispose of all waste properly and carefully Bend all exposed nails so they do not hurt anyone removing the waste 16 Do not wear shoes with thin or torn soles Responsible Safety Officer The identity of the person who is responsible for the Tim Messer Construction Inc safety program is Stephen Ferguson This person must be someone of sufficient authority to implement the program In addition to other titles this person is called the Responsible Safety Officer Safety Committee At Tim Messer Construction Inc there are two employees designated as members of the Company Safety Committee These members will meet on a regular basis to discuss and evaluate the effective
49. intervening actions Participation in safety teams Safe Behavior Performance Recognition Any member of supervision or management may recommend recognition of an individual project group or discipline This recommendation must be in written form and submitted to the RSO Stephen Ferguson for consideration This recommendation must be based upon safe behavior performance Information that must be submitted includes Project or Group Name Employee Name as applicable Reason for recommendation and time frame Type of corporate recognition recommended Page 21 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 2 General Code of Safe Work Practices General Fire Safety Portable fire extinguishers are provided in adequate number and type and are located within our facility The fire extinguisher is mounted in a readily accessible location next to the front door Fire extinguishers are recharged regularly and the date of last inspection noted on their tags All employees are periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire protection procedures Notify the Responsible Safety Officer of any damage to fire protection equipment Powder Actuated Tools The employees using powder actuated tools must be properly trained and will be issued a card as proof of that training Some of the powder actuated tools being used have written approval of the Division of
50. licensed to handle infectious wastes All infectious agents equipment or apparatus must be disinfected in an autoclave or otherwise disinfected before being washed or disposed of Each individual working with infectious bio hazardous agents is responsible for dis infection and disposal of these agents Biological wastes that do not contain radioactive or hazardous substances may be disinfected by steam sterilization autoclave then disposed of in the regular trash Liquid bio hazardous waste may be disposed of in the sewage system following chemical decontamination Reusable glassware must be decontaminated in sodium hypo chlorite household bleach solution 1 9 prior to rinsing and acid washing The glassware must then be sterilized in an autoclave Cuts If an employee has a needle stick cut or mucous membrane exposure to another persons body fluids he she must report the incident immediately Blood Exposure All employees exposed to human blood and blood products must report to the Program Coordinator for information and possible inclusion in the Hepatitis B Immunization Program Infection Control Plan The purpose of the Infection Control Plan is to protect the health and safety of the persons directly involved in handling the materials workers and the general public by ensuring the safe handling storage use processing and disposal of infectious medical waste This plan complies with CAL OSHA requirement proposed for
51. may be used to provide shade One indicator that blockage is sufficient is when objects do not cast a shadow in the area of blocked sunlight Shade is not adequate when heat in the area of shade defeats the purpose of shade which is to allow the body to cool For example a car sitting in the sun does not provide acceptable shade to a person inside it unless the car is running with air conditioning RESPONSIBILITIES The RSO or designated representative is responsible for Assisting with providing training to all potentially impacted employees and their supervisors on the risks and prevention of heat illness including how to recognize symptoms and respond when they appear Directors Managers and Supervisors are responsible for Identifying all employees who are required to work outdoors where potential heat illness could occur and identifying the supervisor of the employees Assuring that adequate water and shade are available at a job site when the environmental risk factors for heat illness are present Ensuring that all affected employees have received proper training on heat illness prevention Ensuring that the requirements in this document are followed Page 152 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Contacting EMS to request emergency medical services in the event medical assistance is required Affected employees are responsible for
52. motor driven machines or equipment which could cause injury from inadvertent starting Page 34 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan A motor disconnecting switch or circuit breaker must be located within sight of the motor control device Motors a must be located within sight of their controller b must have their controller disconnecting means capable of being locked in the open position c or must have separate disconnecting means installed in the circuit within sight of the motor A controller for a motor in excess of two horsepower must be rated equal to but not in excess of the motor it services Employees who regularly work on or around energized electrical equipment or lines will be instructed in cardio pulmonary resuscitation CPR methods Employees will be trained on how to work on energized lines or equipment over 600 volts Noise Noise levels are measured using a sound level meter or an octave bank analyzer and records kept Engineering controls will be used to reduce excessive noise levels When engineering controls are not feasible administrative controls i e worker rotation will be used to minimize individual employee exposure to noise An ongoing preventive health program will be utilized to educate employees in safe levels of noise exposure effects of noise on their health and use of personal protection Approved hearing prot
53. must be inspected to ensure that it is installed as shown on the piping diagram Only personnel authorized to work on the experiment are allowed in the operations area Appropriate warning devices and signs such as Danger Hydrogen and No Smoking and Open Flames must be posted on or near the work area and at the doors to the operating area Flammable gas shutoff valves must be located outside flammable gas operating areas Good housekeeping practices must be observed unnecessary combustible material must be kept out of flammable gas operating areas Only the flammable gas cylinders actually required for the experiment are allowed in the operating area Extra cylinders must be stored in an approved area outside the building or work area When two or more cylinders containing flammable gas are used inside a room or other confined area and are connected to a common manifold the regulators must be modified The existing relief valves on the regulator must be replaced with two special relief valves connected to a metal vent line that terminates outside and above the building Likewise when the building occupancy is rated H7 as defined in the Uniform Building Code all flammable gas regulators must have their relief valves vented to a vent line that terminates outside and above the building All ignition sources e g welding torches lit cigarettes electric arcs electrostatic charges and pilot lights must be kept away from flammable gases at all
54. must be posted conspicuously in the cab in view of the operator and outside the cab except for overhead gantry and tower cranes The work zone shall be identified by demarcating boundaries such as flag and range limiting devices or defining the work zone as 360 degrees around the equipment up to the maximum working radius The hazard assessment must determine if any part of the equipment could get closer than 20 feet to a power line 4 If the line is not de energized a meeting must also be held with the RSO ore designated representative and the crew before operations begin to review the location of the lines and procedures to prevent encroachment Measures similar to those required during assembly disassembly must be taken to prevent encroachment but an insulating link between the load line and load is also an option Operators and crew members must be trained e on the procedures to follow in the event of a contact e that power lines must be presumed to be energized until confirmed and visibly grounded Page 238 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan e that power lines are presumed un insulated until otherwise confirmed by the owner or a qualified person e on the limits of insulating links and other devices e g proximity alarms and On proper grounding procedures and their limitations Spotters must also get applicable training The min
55. obtain additional height Face the ladder when ascending or descending Be careful when you climb a ladder Do not use the top step of ordinary stepladders as a step When portable rung ladders are used to gain access to elevated platforms roofs etc the ladder must always extend at least 3 feet above the elevated surface It is required that when portable rung or cleat type ladders are used the base must be so placed that slipping will not occur unless it is lashed or otherwise held in place All portable metal ladders must be legibly marked with signs reading CAUTION Do Not Use Around Electrical Equipment Employees are prohibited from using ladders as guys braces skids gin poles or for other than their intended purposes Only adjust extension ladders while standing at a base not while standing on the ladder or from a position above the ladder Metal ladders should be inspected for tears and signs of corrosion Portable Power Tools Portable power tools pose a special danger to employees because they are deceptively small and light yet they can do great bodily harm if used improperly or poorly maintained These rules apply to all power tools but are especially important when handling portable saws drills and power screw drivers Check your equipment before you use it All grinders saws and similar equipment should be equipped with appropriate safety guards Power tools should not be used Page 45 Copyright Sunshine S
56. or experimental is grounded UL approved devices such as coffeepots timers etc used per the manufacturer s original intent are permissible Rating All conductors switches resistors etc should be operated within their design capabilities Pulsed equipment must not exceed either the average the rms or the peak rating of components The equipment should be derated as necessary for the environment and the application of the components Safety Grounding Automatic discharge devices must be used on equipment with stored energy of 5 joules or more Suitable and visible manual grounding devices must also be provided to short to ground all dangerous equipment while work is being performed Safety Practices Medium High Voltage The following check list must be used as a guide for circuits operating at 300 volts or more or storing more than 5 joules An enclosure may be a room a barricaded area or Page 85 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan an equipment cabinet Access Easily opened doors panels etc must be interlocked so that the act of opening de energizes the circuit Automatic discharge of stored energy devices must be provided Doors should be key locked with the same required key being also used for the locks in the control circuit interlock chain This key must be removable from the door only when the door is closed and locked Heat H
57. plan Please read it carefully While no plan can guarantee an accident free work place following the safety procedures set forth in this manual will significantly reduce the risk of danger to you and your co workers If at any time you are unclear or need assistance regarding the information contained herein notify your immediate supervisor or administration office immediately Thank you for all our safety Introduction to Our Program State and federal laws as well as company policy make the safety and health of our employees the first consideration in operating our business Safety and health in our business must be a part of every operation and every employee s responsibility at all levels It is the intent of Tim Messer Construction Inc to comply with all laws concerning the operation of the business and the health and safety of our employees and the public To do this we must constantly be aware of conditions in all work areas that can produce or lead to injuries No employee is required to work at a job known to be unsafe or dangerous to their health Your cooperation in detecting hazards reporting dangerous conditions and controlling workplace hazards is a condition of employment Inform your supervisor immediately of any situation beyond your ability or authority to correct Employees will not be disciplined or suffer any retaliation for reporting a safety violation in good faith Safety First Priority The personal safety and healt
58. prior to any hoisting but can be the same as the trial lift Hoisting must be in a slow controlled cautious manner with no sudden movements All body parts must be kept inside Employees cannot stand on the guardrails or toe board or pull the platform out of plumb The platform must be secured to the structure before it is exited or entered Controls on the platform must be operated by a qualified person The operator must remain at the controls while the platform is occupied if controls are not in the platform or must be on site and in view of the equipment If wind speeds exceed 20 mph or other dangerous weather conditions are present a qualified person must determine if it is safe to lift or stop a lift in progress Employees being hoisted must be in direct communication with the operator or signal person The hoist must have a personal fall arrest system No lifts can be made on other load lines while hoisting personnel except factory produced boom mounted personnel platforms with a winch Hoisting cannot normally occur while equipment is traveling except under specific conditions and never for derricks Page 246 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan A pre lift meeting of the operator signal person employees to be hoisted and the person responsible must be held Hoisting personnel is generally prohibited near power lines Special requirements exis
59. release and cause injury Hazardous motion may result even after power sources are disconnected Examples are coiled springs raised hydraulic equipment and any sources of potential energy that may cause injury RESPONSIBILITIES a Ensure that the lockout tagout procedures are in compliance with CAL OSHA requirements b Provide training to employees affected by lockout tagout procedures c Inspect energy control procedures and practices to ensure that general and specific lockout tagout procedures are being followed i Inspections must be carried out by persons other than those employees directly utilizing energy control procedures ii Inspections will include a review between the inspector and each authorized employee of that employee s responsibilities under the energy control procedure being inspected iii Certify that periodic inspections have been performed SUPERVISORS a Ensure that each employee engaging in work requiring locking tagging out of energy sources understands and adheres to adopted procedures b Assure that employees have received training in energy control procedures prior to operating the machinery or equipment c Provide and maintain necessary equipment and resources including accident Page 91 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan prevention signs tags padlocks seals and or other similarly effective means EM
60. risks from hazards v Safe use of engineering controls and equipment on the site vi Medical surveillance requirements including recognition of symptoms and signs which might indicate over exposure to hazards Initial Training General site workers such as equipment operators general laborers and supervisory personnel engaged in hazardous substance removal or other activities which expose or potentially expose workers to hazardous substances and health hazards shall receive a minimum of 40 hours of instruction off the site and a minimum of three days actual field experience under the direct supervision of a trained experienced supervisor ii Workers on site only occasionally for a specific limited task such as but not limited to ground water monitoring land surveying or geophysical surveying and who are unlikely to be exposed over permissible exposure limits and published exposure limits shall receive a minimum of 24 hours of instruction off the site and the minimum of one day actual field experience under the direct supervision of a trained experienced supervisor Workers regularly on site who work in areas which have been monitored and fully characterized indicating that exposures are under permissible exposure limits and published exposure limits where respirators are not necessary and the characterization indicates that there are no health hazards or the possibility of an emergency developing shall receive a minimum of 24 hours o
61. separation or a combination of both procedures are used to recover recyclable materials CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT GENERAL Waste materials should be properly stored and handled to minimize the potential for a spill or impact to the environment During outdoor activities receptacles must be Page 54 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan covered to prevent dispersion of waste materials and to control the potential for run off Provide containers for CDL waste that is to be recycled clearly labeled as such with a list of acceptable and unacceptable materials The list of acceptable materials must be the same as the materials recycled at the receiving material recovery facility or recycling processor Provide containers for CDL waste that is disposed in a landfill clearly labeled as such If possible include in material purchasing agreements a waste reduction provision requesting that materials and equipment be delivered in packaging made of recyclable material that they reduce the amount of packaging that packaging be taken back for reuse or recycling and to take back all unused product Insure that subcontractors require the same provisions in their purchase agreements Conduct regular visual inspections of dumpsters and recycling bins to remove contaminants CDL waste materials that can be salvaged reused or recycled include but are not limited to
62. set of considerations can be applied to all cases The following classification scheme may be helpful in assessing power supply hazards Power supplies of 50 volts or less with high current capability too often are not considered a shock hazard although these voltages are capable of producing fatal Page 86 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan shocks Since they are not high voltage such power sources frequently are not treated with proper respect In addition to the obvious shock and burn hazards there is also the likelihood of injuries incurred in trying to get away from the source of a shock Cuts or bruises and even serious and sometimes fatal falls have resulted from otherwise insignificant shocks Power supplies of 300 volts or more with lethal current capability have the same hazards to an even greater degree Because supplies in this category are considered Class C hazards they must be treated accordingly High voltage supplies that do not have dangerous current capabilities are not serious shock or burn hazards in themselves and are therefore often treated in a casual manner However they are frequently used adjacent to lower voltage lethal circuits and a minor shock could cause a rebound into such a circuit Also an involuntary reaction to a minor shock could cause a serious fall for example from a ladder or from experimental apparatu
63. should also be aware of new chemical products which may be available that are less harmful and they must ensure that facilities are adequately ventilated when using chemicals on the premises Any water that is provided to an employee throughout the facility should be clearly identified as to whether it is for drinking washing or cooking All restrooms must be kept clean and sanitary Employees should be screened before taking positions that may expose them to hazards they are not physically capable of handling An employee who takes an Page 56 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan assignment which requires physical labor must be trained to lift heavy loads properly so as not to damage themselves physically or cause a spill The following requirements must be met for storage locker cabinets Cabinets will be permitted on one side of a corridor only Cabinets must end at least 6 ft from a corridor exit door Cabinet ends must be at least 12 in from the edge of a doorway on the latch side and from the edge of the door leaf when fully opened into a corridor The cabinets must not be more than 20 in deep by 37 in wide by 72 3 4 in high The cabinets must be all metal construction with positive latches to prevent spillage of contents in the event of an earthquake All doors must return automatically to the closed position when not held open manually
64. standard Signals must be appropriate to the conditions and the ability to transmit them must be maintained at all times Operations must stop if interference interrupts transmission Only one person can give signals at a time except when a safety problem requires an emergency stop All signal directions must be given from the operator s perspective If one signal person is signaling for more than one crane derrick they must be able to identify the one to which they are signaling Signaling devices must be tested before operations and use dedicated channels Operators must be able to receive signals hands free Voice signals must be coordinated and include three elements in this order 1 function direction 2 distance and or speed 3 function stop command Communication must be in a common language Hand signal charts must be posted near the operation or on the vehicle Page 243 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan FALL PROTECTION New equipment manufactured one year after the effective date with lattice booms must have walkways at least 12 inches wide if the boom is six feet or higher Walkways on booms are not permitted to have guardrails or handrails if they could be snagged by the ropes or bars or if they are removable New equipment must also provide for safe access and egress from the ground and have slip resistant walking stepping surfaces Pe
65. structural engineer of records In the event that the concrete strength test is not achieved on the third day after concrete samples have been obtained testing will resume on the seventh day Commencement of steel erection to begin after proper documentation has been issued Obtaining the Structural Engineer of Record s approval for any anchor bolt modifications This can become a potentially time consuming process in that some anchor bolt modifications occur frequently To help with this pre planning with the Structural Engineer of Record by Tim Messer Construction Inc is recommended to discuss typical scenarios and solutions Establishing authorized solutions such as bending anchor bolts enlarging column plates etc will help project flow However any modifications shall still be submitted to the Engineer for countersignature and kept in the project file onsite 7 Establishing and enforcing lifting zones clear of all personnel except erectors Every effort should be made by the Controlling Contractor to minimize exposure of personnel to any overhead loads Tim Messer Construction Inc should submit a lift plan outlining the areas needed for the light path s The only workers allowed in this area should connectors and riggers i Accepting and taking custody of any fall protection systems turned over by the steel erector after their completion of the erection work This should be done formally in writing If the Controlling Con
66. structural steel the skeleton may be left in place while the masonry is removed Care should be taken to remove all masonry debris from the steel as work progresses downward to avoid hazards from falling debris Earth retaining walls shall not be removed until the earth has been shored or otherwise braced And walls that debris will pile against shall be properly braced Floor removal is covered separately under Subpart 1926 854 entitled Manual Removal of Floors The Subpart focuses on the removal of floor beams or arches When the flooring is removed and only the floor beams remain workers shall use planked walkways These walkways are to be at least 18 in wide and made of full undressed 2 in thick lumber or of an equivalent strength metal Planks used for walkways shall have stringers placed underneath and when placed shall extend over the end bearing points by at least 1 ft Workers should not walk on the exposed beams Planks may be placed next to a floor beam being demolished to work from Floor beams or arches being removed shall have a clear barricaded area below with no workers for at least 20 ft to the work s edge and have no unnecessary materials in the controlled area below Tim Messer Construction Inc requires that no workers shall be permitted in any area affected by clamming or wrecking ball operations And only those workers necessary shall even be permitted into the area when no mechanical work is being perform
67. the coating may not obscure the top or bottom wood surfaces 9 Scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers shall not be intermixed unless the components fit together without force and the scaffolds structural integrity is maintained by the user Scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers shall not be modified in order to intermix them unless a competent person determines the resulting scaffold is structurally sound 10 Scaffold components made of dissimilar metals shall not be used unless a competent person has determined that galvanic action will not reduce the strength of any component to a level below that required by paragraph a 1 of this section SUPPORTED SCAFFOLDS 1 Supported scaffolds with a height to base width of more than three to one 3 1 must be restrained from tipping by guying tying bracing or equivalent means 2 Supported scaffold poles legs posts frames and uprights will always bear on base plates and mud sills or other adequate firm foundations 3 1926 451 c Criteria for supported scaffolds 1 Supported scaffolds with a height to base width including outrigger supports if used ratio of more than three to one 3 1 shall be restrained from tipping by guying tying bracing or equivalent means as follows Page 161 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 1 Guys ties and braces
68. the compartment closest to the base controls for the aerial platform or articulated equipment rear compartment at the passengers side Know and follow the established safety rules and regulations for the work environment Equipment Required The vehicles should have the following equipment and material on board at all times User s Manual 1 Chock blocks 2 Fire Extinguisher ABC 1 Traffic cones 2 First Aid Kit 1 The user operator of the vehicle shall wear appropriate clothing Loose fitting clothing hair and the like must be restrained to prevent accidental introduction into electrical or mechanical equipment Safety Check Daily As required the operator of the vehicle for that particular day shall conduct a safety circle check of the vehicle to determine hazards identify damage and leaks and report same to the RSO The daily check shall include but is not limited to a visual inspection of the vehicle exterior including broken damaged loose or missing parts tire bulges cuts and pressure oil and hydraulic leaks weld integrity such as cracks and rust lighting beam directional and safety all required decals and stickers on or around the articulating boom they must be in place legible and understandable Page 218 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The inspection form and the identified de
69. the detectors from the RSO In addition the RSO shall make available a single rescue tripod winch lifeline and body harness for outside rescue CONTRACTORS Contractors who enter confined spaces shall be appraised of this written program and the entry procedure Tim Messer Construction Inc shall inform the contractor of hazards present in the space Tim Messer Construction Inc s experience any precautions or procedures When employees of Tim Messer Construction Inc and the contractor enter a confined space together the entry shall be coordinated to minimize hazards to the employees SPECIFIC PROCEDURES AND WORK PRACTICES The Confined Space Entry procedure does not cover all possible situations or conditions that could be encountered Additional or different safety features or procedures may be necessary for specific operations These procedures must be followed when entering confined spaces such as manholes vaults boilers ductwork vessels etc Its intent is to protect entering personnel against such hazards as oxygen deficiency combustible gas and vapors toxic gases and Page 72 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan vapors mechanical hazards entrapment etc Confined spaces may be closed on all sides top and bottom with entry provided through restricted openings or may be open completely on one side top or bottom Entry is defined as
70. the pump If the cover does not have a sampling port carefully open the cover a small amount and check the atmosphere immediately inside the cover by lowering the gas meter into the space or inserting the hand held probe and sampling line attached to the pump 2 After testing the atmosphere immediately inside the confined space carefully remove the cover Test the atmosphere from the top to bottom and around ductwork and uneven surfaces This testing can be done by slowly lowering the gas meter by its attached rope or string or using the hand held probe and sampling line attached to the pump Do not let the gas meter or end of the tubing submerge in any water that might be present For horizontal confined spaces and confined spaces that must be entered from the bottom it will be necessary to use a pole to test the atmosphere 3 Avoid leaning over the space or placing your head inside the confined space you are testing B If the oxygen concentration test indicates an oxygen deficiency less than 19 5 or an excess more than 23 5 the gas meter should sound an alarm and forced ventilation must be provided For ventilation of confined spaces see Appendix at the back of this procedure No entry into the confined space will be permitted until follow up tests after ventilation indicate that the atmosphere is safe C If the flammability test combustible gas indicates a flammable concentrations greater than 10 of the lower explosive li
71. the regular trash 8 Liquid biohazard waste may be disposed of in the sewage system following chemical decontamination 9 Reusable glassware must be decontaminated in sodium hyper chlorite household bleach solution 1 9 prior to rinsing and acid washing Then the glassware must be sterilized in an autoclave Personal Protective Equipment for Worker Protection Gowns aprons or lab coats must be worn when splashes of body fluid on skin or clothing are possible Mask and eye protection are required when contact of mucosal membranes eyes mouth or nose with body fluids is likely to occur e g splashes or aerosolization Resuscitation equipment pocket masks resuscitation bags or other ventilation equipment must be provided to eliminate the need for direct mouth to mouth contact Universal precautions are intended to supplement rather than replace recommendation for routine infection control such as hand washing and using gloves to prevent gross microbial contamination of hands e g contact with urine or feces Blood Borne Pathogen Control Universal Precautions and General Safety Rules Tim Messer Construction Inc will not perform invasive medical treatment or provide intravenous medication Therefore the exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens as defined in item 3 below is determined to be from routine and emergency first aid treatment of common workplace injuries The following Universal Precautions and General Safety Rules ha
72. time and date given and the town or county where the statement was made If the statement is intended to be used in court proceedings a suitable jurat is required otherwise a simple statement that the description is sworn to be true under penalty of perjury with the date place and time should be included All pictures should be similarly identified Let people know on tape that they are being recorded Also make sure that the names and addresses and day and evening phone numbers of all eye witnesses are noted or recorded If a formal police report or other official investigation is conducted by any government agency get the name and badge number of the official or a business card and find out when a copy of the official report will be available to the public If you are requested to make a statement you have the right to have the company lawyer or representative Page 16 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan attend your statement at no cost to you A satisfactory accident report will answer the following questions 1 What happened The investigation report should begin by describing the accident the injury sustained the eyewitnesses the date time and location of the incident and the date and time of the report Remember who what when where and how are the questions that the report must answer 2 Why did the accident occur The ultimate cause o
73. to remove it and energize circuit after checkout is complete Motor Generator Systems For motor or generator work primary feeder breaker must be opened tagged and locked out if possible For generator load work motor start permissive key must be removed by person doing work and restored when work is complete High Voltage To work on high voltage power supplies and enclosures use Class B or Class C hazard procedure specified in the safety requirements Access should always be by permissive key that interrupts input power when key is removed from control panel Grounding of power supply output must occur either automatically when key is removed from control panel or manually before access door can be opened Working On or Near Live Circuits Working on live circuits means actually touching energized parts Working near live circuits means working close enough to energized parts to pose a risk even though you make be working on de energized parts Common tasks where you need to work on or near live circuits include e Taking voltage measurements e Opening and closing disconnects and breakers e Removing panels and dead fronts e Opening electric equipment doors for inspection For other situations where you might need to work on or near live circuits Tim Messer Construction Inc may institute a written live work permit system which must be authorized by a qualified supervisor Live work permit system opt A live work permi
74. tool with a self contained power source Hard wired equipment can be portable or fixed Typically used with extension cords the more powerful hard wired equipment presents a double safety problem the actual equipment plus its electrical power source Ground fault circuit interrupters must be provided on all temporary electrical 15 and 20 ampere circuits used during periods of construction Pneumatic and hydraulic hoses on power operated tools should be checked regularly for deterioration or damage Combustible Materials All combustible scrap debris and waste materials oily rags etc must be stored in covered metal receptacles and removed from the work site promptly Proper storage to minimize the risk of fire including spontaneous combustion must be practiced Only approved containers and tanks are to be used for the storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids All connections on drums and combustible liquid piping vapor and liquid must be kept tight All flammable liquids should be kept in closed containers when not in use e g parts cleaning tanks pans etc Bulk drums of flammable liquids must be grounded and bonded to containers during dispensing Page 46 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids must have explosion proof lights Storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids s
75. top two rungs of any ladder Do not stand on a ladder that wobbles or that leans to the left or right Do not try to walk a ladder by rocking it Climb down the ladder and then move it Allow only one person on the ladder at a time unless the ladder is designed for such use Do not allow your center of gravity usually your belt buckle outside of the two siderails Leaning any farther may cause the ladder to slide or tip sideways Only use ladders with sufficient load rating for the anticipated weight of the worker tools and materials minimum of class 1 Maintain a three point contact by keeping both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand on the ladder at all times when climbing up or down Do not carry items in your hands while climbing up or down a ladder Do not climb up or down an extension ladder that is not secured unless another person is holding the bottom of the ladder If you are afraid of heights DO NOT climb a ladder Page 157 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 17 Scaffolds PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL This procedure applies to all scaffold and aerial platform lift operations for Tim Messer Construction Inc 2 CAPACITY Taking into account the CAL OSHA rules that must apply and the engineering manufacturing requirements of our scaffolds the following rules apply NOTE The manufacturer s safety requirements f
76. when they are present on the structure to be climbed and the job superintendent deems the system safe for use Climbing protection is provided by connecting a safe climb device to the front chest ring The safe climb device will vary depending on what type of system the structure has safety rail or safety cable Any other attachment lanyard to the front chest D ring increasing the distance between the climber and the climbing device will not be allowed The distance between the safety cable rail and the climber may not exceed nine inches 9 in The system is designed with specific compatible components and no other devices or equipment may be used Under the right circumstances up to 4 people may be connected to a safety climb cable at one time but not more than one person in between the cable guides approx every 25 ft The limiting factor is the strength of the ladder and the top bracket The number of people 1 to 4 allowed on the system will depend on the design of the ladder and the top bracket All climbers shall exercise good judgment and maintain a safe distance from those above or below them Positioning for Work or Inspection Activities Fall protection while at or moving between work areas is provided by connecting a lanyard with integral deceleration device to the D ring in the center of the back of the harness The other end of the lanyard strap will be connected to an anchor point The lanyard will have a maximum length of 6 ft
77. where chemicals are used Employees must know how to handle equipment in emergency situations what equipment needs to be used and whether the equipment is adequate for the situation A proper spill kit must be on hand and contain the appropriate supplies for materials that may be spilled Supplies must be easily accessible when required and considerations must be made for both the type and quantity of materials Respirators may be used either as protective safety equipment or for emergency usage for spills Therefore the employee should recognize that respirators need to be stored in a clean sanitary and convenient location and inspected on a regular basis Also what respirators are approved by NIOSH for their particular applications With a first aid program an employee will recognize when a problem may be occurring by exposure to a chemical ranging from headaches nausea dermatitis problems to other factors of discomfort when they use solvents or chemicals In the design of a facility that transports chemicals from storage to vats the content of pipes and storage containers must be clearly marked Within that facility design there Page 58 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan must be an emergency shut off system in case of an accident or chemical spill Each employee will be trained as to these emergency shut off systems Ventilation is another major f
78. with the manufacturer of the scaffold you re using for fall protection height requirements FALLING OBJECT PROTECTION 1 All workers shall wear hardhats when working on assembling or dismantling scaffolds This is our primary protection from falling objects Additionally we shall 1 Install guardrail systems with openings small enough to prevent passage of potential falling objects 2 Prevent tools materials or equipment that inadvertently fall from our scaffolds from striking any person s by barricading the area below the scaffold 3 1926 451 h Falling object protection 1 In addition to wearing hardhats each worker on a scaffold shall be provided with additional protection from falling hand tools debris and other small objects through the installation of toeboards screens or guardrail systems or through the erection of debris nets catch platforms or canopy structures that contain or deflect the falling objects When falling objects are too large heavy or massive to be contained or deflected by any of the above listed measurers Tim Messer Construction Inc shall place such potential falling objects away from the edge of the surface from which they could fall and shall secure those materials as necessary to prevent their falling 2 Where there is a danger of tools materials or equipment falling from a scaffold and striking employees below the following provisions apply 1 The area below the scaffold to which obj
79. work on one side of a wall can actually ignite combustible material on the other side Due to the high fire potential most hot work will require a HOT WORK PERMIT Supervisors Project Managers and Contractors will determine if welding cutting soldering and heating must be done as part of the project or work order Then determine if the hot work can be performed outside the building if so a permit is not required If hot work is performed inside of a building then a hot work permit is required Hot Work Permits will be requested at least 24 hours in advance of needed work Hot Work Permits may be issued for a period of two weeks and may be renewed at the end of two weeks if needed Employees and contractors will comply with all requirements as outlined on the permit form and the RSO or designated representative will inspect each hot work site to ensure compliance Upon completion of hot work the original copy of the Hot Work Permit will be sent to the main office Any area of a building other than a work shop that is determined to be a hot work safe area will require an initial inspection by the RSO or designated representative to ensure that it meets all criteria These hot work safe areas shall have no fuel loading or very low fuel loading in addition to other requirements Examples of this type of area would be a non occupied cement basement or crawl space under a building Page 105 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services
80. 1 Develop a written control plan and perform an annual review to determine necessary revisions 2 Monitor the compliance of the respective departments with the plan and regulations to include compliance with training monitoring permitting record keeping etc 3 Provide guidance and technical assistance to departments in the design and selection of appropriate engineering and work practice controls 4 Provide guidance and technical assistance to departments in the selection of the most appropriate types and quantities of personal protective equipment 5 Provide consultation to the departments to assist them in fulfilling their training program 6 Promote compliance with the CAL OSHA Standard 7 Provide a means in which employees can direct suggestions complaints and concerns regarding the campus Confined Space Entry Program 8 Identify log and classify confined spaces before entry This information shall be communicated to the entrants Employee 1 Participate willingly in all training programs offered by Tim Messer Construction Inc and learn as much as possible about the confined space entry protection procedure 2 Abide by all work rules and apply to the fullest extent possible the safety and health precautions specified by Tim Messer Construction Inc 3 Report any problems that are observed which could compromise health and safety to the RSO or through the immediate supervisor CONFINED SPACE HAZARDS Typ
81. 1 mg 1000 ug per 100 grams 100g 100 milliters 100 ml or deciliter dl of blood These three units are essentially the same Sometime PbB s are expressed in the form of mg or ug This is a shorthand notation for 100g 100 ml or dl PoB measurements show the amount of lead circulating in your blood stream but do not give any information about the amount of lead stored in your various tissues PbB measurements merely show current absorption of lead not the effect that lead is having on your body or the effects that past lead exposure may have already caused Past research into lead related diseases however has focused heavily on associations between PbBs and various diseases As a result your PbB is an important indicator of the likelihood that you will gradually acquire a lead related health impairment or disease Once your blood lead level climbs above 40 ug 100g your risk of disease increases There is a wide variability of individual response to lead thus it is difficult to say that a particular PbB in a given person will cause a particular effect Studies have associated fatal encephalopathy with PbBs as low as 150 ug 100g Other studies have shown other forms of diseases in some workers with PbBs well below 80 ug 100g Your PbB is a crucial indicator of the risks to your health but one other factor is also extremely important This factor is the length of time you have had elevated PbBs The longer you have an elevated PbB the great
82. 29 CFR Page 268 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 1910 1030 Bloodborne Pathogens Universal precautions Refers to a system of infectious disease control which assumes that every direct contact with body fluids is infectious and requires every employee exposed to be protected as though such body fluids were infected with blood borne pathogens All infectious medical material must be handled according to Universal Precautions CAL OSHA Instruction CPL 2 2 44A The following universal precautions must be taken 1 Gloves must be made of appropriate disposable material usually intact latex or vinyl They must be used a when the employee has cuts abraded skin chapped hands dermatitis or the like b when examining abraded or non intact skin of a victim with active bleeding c while handling blood or blood products or other body secretions 2 Gowns aprons or lab coats must be worn when splashes of body fluid on skin or clothing are possible 3 Mask and eye protection are required when contact of mucosal membranes eyes mouth or nose with body fluids is likely to occur e g splashes or aerosolization 4 Resuscitation equipment pocket masks resuscitation bags or other ventilation equipment must be provided to eliminate the need for direct mouth to mouth contact Waste Disposal Plan 1 Medical Infectious waste must be segregated from
83. CFR 1926 Subpart P and Appendix D Excavated material tools and equipment must be located at least two feet back from the edge of excavations of 5 ft or greater depth Excavations 4 ft or greater in depth shall be tested for hazardous gases if the excavation is in a suspect area Such as proximate to underground fuel storage landfills chemical plants etc A ladder or ramp or other means projecting 3 ft above the upper landing surface to be reached must be provided for emergency exit Travel distance to the ladder must not exceed 25 ft therefore the section of trench where workers are present shall have ladders spaced not more than 50 ft apart Supervision Excavation work must always be under the immediate supervision of a competent person designated by Stephen Ferguson with authority and qualifications to modify the shoring system or work methods as necessary to provide greater safety Page 189 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 21 Safety Training Safety Training Tim Messer Construction Inc policy and federal law require that Tim Messer Construction Inc staff participating guests and visitors receive appropriate health and safety training Managers are responsible for ensuring that employees and guests under their supervision receive this training so they are fully informed about possible occupational health hazards and k
84. Class B combustibles Making sure that all containers are conspicuously and accurately labeled as to their contents Dispensing liquids from tanks drums barrels or similar containers only through approved pumps taking suction from the top or through approved self closing valves or faucets Storing handling and using Class B combustibles only in approved locations where vapors cannot reach any source of ignition including heating equipment electrical equipment oven flame mechanical or electrical sparks etc Never storing handling or using Class B combustibles in or near exists stairways Page 103 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan or other areas normally used for egress In rooms or buildings storing flammable liquids in excess of 10 gallons in approved storage cabinets or special rooms approved for the purpose Knowing the locations of the nearest portable fire extinguishers rated for Class B fires and how to use them Never smoking welding cutting grinding using an open flame or unsafe electrical appliances or equipment or otherwise creating heat that could ignite vapors near any Class B combustibles Electrical Fires There are many combustible materials including electrical equipment oxidizing chemicals fast reacting or explosive compounds and flammable metals which present specialized fire safety and extinguishing problem
85. Complying with the provisions of this Heat Illness Prevention Program as described in this document and in the training sessions they attend Ensuring they have drinking water available at all times when the environmental risk factors for heat illness are present Ensuring they have access to a shaded area to prevent or recover from heat related symptoms Reporting heat related illness symptoms to your supervisor BASIC REQUIREMENTS The following basic requirements apply to all employees while working where environmental risk factors for heat illness are present All employees shall be identified who are required to work where environmental factors for heat illness are present Training shall be provided for all potentially impacted employees working where environmental risk factors for heat illness are present and their supervisors Training information shall include but not be limited to the topics listed in the training section of this written program All potentially impacted employees and supervisors who supervise these employees must be trained on the risks and prevention of heat illness including how to recognize symptoms and respond when they appear Drinking water in the quantity of 1 quart per hour shall be available at all times for each employee for the duration of the entire shift while working outdoors in the heat Supervisors shall remind employees to drink frequently and this topic will be addressed at tailgate meetings
86. Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan d annual 3 party inspection report for the last 12 months This inspection report to include at least Inspection deficiency report crane inspection evaluation report and certificate of unit test Methodical Erection Methods which are detailed in the regulation however include but is not limited to the following details a General 1 Loads shall not be released from hoisting line until the members are secured with at least 2 bolts per connection drawn up wrench tight or the equivalent as specified by the project structural engineer of record 2 A competent person shall determine if more than 2 bolts are necessary to ensure the stability of cantilevered members b Diagonal Bracing Solid web structural members used as diagonal bracing shall be secured by at least 1 bolt per connection drawn up wrench tight or the equivalent as specified by the project structural engineer of record c Double Connections 1 When 2 structural members on opposite sides of a column web are connected sharing common connection holes at least 1 bolt with its wrench tight nut shall remain connected to the first member unless a shop attached or equivalent device is supplied with the member to secure the first member and prevent the column from being displaced 2 If a seat or equivalent device is used it shall be adequately bolted or welded to both a supporting member and the first member before the nut
87. Employers Report of Injury or Illness Form 5020 Every year a summary of all reported injuries or illnesses is posted no later than February 1 for three months until April 30 on CAL OSHA Form 301 These records are maintained for five years from the date of preparation Page 17 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan General Statement on Safety Tim Messer Construction Inc strives to maintain a safe place to work and to employ safe workers It is your responsibility to conduct your work in a safe responsible manner Immediately report all accidents occurring on Company premises to your supervisor General Statement on Safety Each employee has an individual responsibility to prevent accidents It is to the benefit of all employees and Tim Messer Construction Inc that you report any situation or condition you believe may present a safety hazard including any known or concealed dangers in your work area Tim Messer Construction Inc encourages you to report your concern either to your immediate supervisor or to a member of the Safety Committee The supervisor or Safety Committee will take immediate action to investigate the matter Safety Equipment Proper safety equipment is necessary for your protection The company provides the best protective equipment it is possible to obtain Use all safeguards safety appliances or devices furnished for your pro
88. HIV serological status after consent is obtained Employee Consent for HIV Antibody Testing During all phases of Post Exposure the confidentiality of the affected Employee and Page 266 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan exposure source will be maintained on a need to know basis The results of any HIV HAV HBV tests conducted will be provided to the exposed and source Employees within 5 business days of receipt General Procedures Eating drinking smoking applying cosmetics or lip balm and handling contact lenses are prohibited in work areas where there is a potential for exposure to any health hazard Food and drink must not be stored in refrigerators freezers or cabinets where blood or other potentially infectious material is stored or in other areas of possible contamination Gloves must be made of appropriate disposable material usually intact latex or vinyl They must be used in the following circumstances When the employee has cuts abraded skin chapped hands dermatitis or similar conditions When examining abraded or non intact skin of a patient with active bleeding While handling blood or blood products or other body secretions Employees must wash their hands immediately or as soon as possible after removal of gloves or other personal protective equipment and after hand contact with blood or other potentially infectious mater
89. Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Wearing the respirator in accordance with the instructions and training received Maintaining and storing the respirator in good condition Returning the respirator at the end of the required use for overhaul cleaning and disinfection Supervisors are responsible for Identifying those employees who may need to use respiratory protection The Responsible Safety Officer will provide assistance upon request in this determination Note Users of lightweight single use respirators are not required to be included in this program if they work in situations where overexposure to chemical substances is not going to occur and respirator misuse is not likely These exposures are generally described as nuisance situations where the worker is more comfortable with some respiratory protection Workers may also use lightweight single use respirators to control exposure to a non occupational condition such as an allergy without being included in the program Ensuring that their employees have been properly trained and fitted Ensuring that their employees use the respirators as required Surveillance of the work area Before the start of any project as part of the Hazard Analysis a careful determination shall be made as to present or potential airborne hazards to which employees may be exposed The Responsible Safety Officer is responsible for Providing respiratory equipment Maintaining the equipment in good
90. Injury and Iliness Prevention Plan TIM MESSER Lic 758853 Lic 784972 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO 636 296 4880 Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Table of Contents Injury and Illness Prevention Program Code of Safe Work Practice General Waste Management Spill Prevention Response Confined Spaces Electrical Safety Lockout Tagout Procedure Employee Emergency Action Plan Fire Protection Program Hot Work Gases Welding amp Cutting 10 Hand amp Power Tools Guarding 11 Material Handling 12 Hearing Conservation Program 13 Personal Protective Equipment 14 Respiratory Protection Program 15 Employee Environmental Protection 16 Ladder Safety 17 Scaffolds 18 Fall Protection 19 Concrete Masonry Work 20 Excavations 21 Safety Training 22 Asbestos Lead Cadmium Chromum Management 23 Traffic Trucks Heavy Equipment 24 Demolition Blasting Explosives 25 Hazard Warnings 26 Structural Steel Cranes amp Rigging 27 Hazardous Waste Operations 28 Sanitation 29 Bloodborne Pathogen Program 30 Site Specific Safety Plan 31 Drug Free Workplace Program O 00 N Ses GO Page 1 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 1 Injury and Illness Prevention Program Written Plan Every employer should have a written Injury and Illness Prevention plan This is our
91. Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan expose the employee to additional harm or injury Employees who are injured or become ill must provide the company with a written medical statement of release from their treating physician or other licensed provider Upon return to work this release must be submitted to their supervisor or other authorized company representative prior to being assigned to perform any work The policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc is to not schedule persons on modified duty work status to work overtime Persons who are permitted to return to work ona modified duty status will be scheduled to work their normal work schedule not including any overtime hours they would have normally worked unless the supervisor or other responsible management person directs otherwise NON OCCUPATIONAL ILLNESSES AND INJURIES Employees who are injured or become ill at home or during non work hours must provide Tim Messer Construction Inc with a written medical release without restrictions upon returning to work Employees who have been injured severely or have had a contagious illness must provide Tim Messer Construction Inc with written proof that they have recovered from their condition If an injury or illness is of a serious nature the RSO Stephen Ferguson and Human Resources must be consulted before a person is permitted to return to work RETURN TO WORK POLICY In all cases employees who hav
92. Medical treatment provided on a project shall be in accordance with protocols established by a licensed physician Personnel who render medical treatment shall be certified to perform these services and have the sponsorship of a licensed physician or medical professional in accordance with established laws FIRST AID TREATMENT Personnel who provide first aid services shall have current certifications from recognized agencies such as the American Red Cross Heart Association Medic First Aid or equivalent Under no circumstances shall first aid trained personnel render medical treatment TRANSPORTATION A representative of Tim Messer Construction Inc is required to be present during the transportation and treatment of company personnel During emergency situations when an employee requires medical treatment for an occupational injury or illness the local emergency ambulance shall be used to provide transportation for that employee unless other arrangements have been made In all other cases a representative of Tim Messer Construction Inc will transport personnel to clinics and medical facilities MODIFIED WORK LIGHT DUTY POLICY It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc to provide modified work to persons who have been injured on the job or become ill because of an occupational exposure Work provided for employees will be compatible with their work restrictions and will not Page 48 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St
93. N OF KEY LINE PERSONNEL Responsible Safety Officer RSO for this project is Stephen Ferguson Construction Supervisor On site Supervisor The above noted personnel have the authority for implementing the provisions of this program All supervisors are responsible for implementing and maintaining the SSSP Program in their work areas and for answering worker questions about the SSSP Program A copy of this SSSP Program is available from each supervisor 2 IDENTIFICATION OF COMPETENT PERSON S 3 DESCRIPTION SCOPE OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED 4 HAZARD RISK EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT The major safety hazards risks and exposures have been assessed as follows Page 274 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 5 FALL PROTECTION HAZARDS CONTROL Tim Messer Construction Inc site staff will identify and provide countermeasures for any fall hazards In particular protection from falls will be provided for any scaffolds erected 10 ft or higher during erection alteration or dismantling in addition to working on the scaffold at any time If the Competent Person determines fall protection cannot be provided during erection or dismantling for feasibility constructability reasons other reasonable efforts shall be made to ensure the least risk for workers such as using experienced crews utilizing a Safety Monitor and or fall restraint methods Workers on scaffol
94. O Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan agents bond breakers and retardants Remember to check their MSDS s Drilling amp Sawcutting Concrete When concrete is cut drilled or broken up the dust has all the same hazards as the dust from new cement The only difference is that since it isn t a new product there will be no label or MSDS to check So play it safe Working Around Concrete Dust You can protect yourself from breathing cement and concrete dust by staying out of dusty areas if you can You should try to wet down the work to keep dust out of the air if possible In enclosed areas or areas with limited ventilation your RSO may require using power tools with HEPA filters when you re cutting or drilling concrete You may also need to use a special HEPA vacuum to clean up dust not dry sweeping Wear a respirator with HEPA cartridges if there s a lot of dust in the air Respirators are covered in more detail under PPE Working Around Wet Concrete Cement The most important thing you can do to protect your skin and eyes from cement is avoidance Don t get wet or dry cement on your skin or in your eyes If you do immediately wash it off with a lot of water Wear goggles or safety glasses with side shields to protect you from splashes In certain cases a face shield in addition to safety glasses may be required to keep concrete from splashing onto your face Wear boots and other protective
95. Occupational Safety and Health Check to see which tools require a certification and which certificates have been issued Each powder actuated tool should be stored in its own locked container when not being used Signs measuring at least 7 by 10 and in bold face typed reading POWDER ACTUATED TOOL IN USE must be placed conspicuously when the tool is being used All powder actuated tools must be left unloaded until they are actually ready to be used Each day before using each powder actuated tool must be inspected for obstructions or defects The powder actuated tool operators must have and must use appropriate personal protective equipment such as hard hats safety goggles safety shoes and ear protectors whenever they are using the machines Machine Guarding Before operating any machine every employee must have completed a training program on safe methods of machine operations It is the primary purpose of supervision to ensure that employees are following safe machine operating procedures There will be a regular program of safety inspection of machinery and equipment Page 22 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan All machinery and equipment must be kept clean and properly maintained There must be sufficient clearance provided around and between machines to allow for safe operations set up servicing material handling and waste removal All
96. P Program Records of hazard assessment inspections including the person s or persons conducting the inspection the unsafe conditions and work practices that have been identified and the action taken to correct the identified unsafe conditions an work practices are recorded on a hazard assessment and correction form and Documentation of safety and health training for each worker including the worker s name or other identifier training dates type s of training and training providers are recorded in a worker training and instruction from Inspection records and training documentation will be maintained as required by contract specifications and or local regulations 15 ACCIDENT EXPOSURE INVESTIGATIONS Procedures for investigating workplace accidents and hazardous substances exposures include Responding to the accident scene as soon as possible Reporting to Project Manager Reporting immediately to the appropriate Client point of contact Interviewing injured workers and witnesses Examining the workers for factors associated with the accident exposure Determining the cause of the accident exposure Taking corrective action to prevent the accident exposure from reoccurring and Recording the findings and corrective actions taken 16 EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN In the event an evacuation of the work site is necessary it will be announced and all Page 279 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim
97. PLOYEES a Adhere to Specific Procedures as outlined in this document for all tasks that require the use of lockout tagout procedures as defined b Maintain lockout tagout supplies in maintenance vehicles SPECIFIC PROCEDURES PREPARATION FOR LOCKOUT TAGOUT a Make a survey to locate and identify all isolating devices to be certain which switch es valve s or other energy isolating devices apply to the equipment to be locked or tagged out More than one energy source electrical mechanical stored energy or others may be involved SEQUENCE OF LOCKOUT OR TAGOUT SYSTEM PROCEDURE a Notify affected employees that a lockout or tagout system is going to be utilized and the reason therefore The authorized employee shall know the type and magnitude of energy that the machine or equipment utilizes and shall understand the hazards thereof b If the machine or equipment is operating shut it down by the normal stopping procedure depress stop button open toggle switch etc c Operate the switch valve or other energy isolating device s so that the equipment is isolated from it energy source s Stored energy such as that in springs elevated machine members rotating flywheels hydraulic systems and air gas steam or water pressure etc must be dissipated or restrained by methods such as repositioning blocking bleeding down etc d Lockout Tagout the energy isolating devices with assigned individual lock s or tag s e Af
98. Prevention Plan however in certain cases the following may be used check with your RSO first Fall Protection for all workers 15 to 30 or greater than 2 stories shall be enforced However trained connectors and workers working in a CDZ must use a fall protection system above 30 ft and when working from 15 ft to 30 ft must wear a personal fall arrest system and have the ability to properly tie off at any point Static lines may be placed from column to column to provide a tie off point and Perimeter cables must be installed immediately after metal decking is in place Tim Messer Construction Inc shall maintain the perimeter cables until steel erection activities have been completed at which point the guardrail system shall be turned over to the Controlling Contractor to be used by other trades Controlled Decking Zone CDZ A controlled decking zone may be established in the area of the structure over 15 and up to 30 above a lower level where metal decking is initially being installed and forms the leading edge of a work area This CDZ shall not exceed 90 ft in either direction and access shall be limited to only those workers involved in CDZ operations Authorized CDZ workers working above 30 ft shall be protected from falling by conventional fall protection methods Authorized CDZ workers working from 15 ft to 30 ft shall wear a personal fall arrest system and have the ability to properly tie off at any point In add
99. The attachment point of a body harness shall be located in the center of the wearer s back near shoulder level or above the wearer s head Personal fall arrest systems components subjected to impact loading shall be removed from service until inspected and determined by a competent person to be suitable for reuse Personal fall arrest systems and their components shall be inspected prior to each use for wear damage etc and removed from service if found defective Personal fall arrest systems shall not be attached to guardrail systems nor shall they be attached to hoists Lifelines lanyards shall be designed installed and used under the supervision of a qualified person The responsible safety officer will advise on request regarding usage and procedures It is the responsibility of the supervisor to plan the intended work sufficiently to ensure that job planning and proper precautions have been taken Page 178 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Guardrail Systems Safety Net Systems Where lifelines lanyards are not used as a means of fall protection at working levels 6 feet or more above lower levels guardrail systems and or safety net systems shall be utilized as outlined in CFR 29 1926 Subpart M The Responsible Safety Officer will advise on request regarding usage and procedures Personnel Platforms Work may be performed from
100. a matter of days A condition affecting the brain called acute encephalopathy may arise which develops quickly to seizures coma and death from cardiorespiratory arrest A short term dose of lead can lead to acute encephalopathy Short term occupational exposures of this magnitude are highly unusual but not impossible Similar forms of encephalopathy may however arise from extended chronic exposure to lower doses of lead There is no sharp dividing line between rapidly developing acute effects of lead and chronic effects which take longer to acquire Lead adversely affects numerous body systems and causes forms of health impairment and disease which arise after periods of exposure as short as days or as long as several years 2 Long term chronic overexposure Chronic overexposure to lead may result in severe damage to your blood forming nervous urinary and reproductive systems Some common symptoms of chronic overexposure include loss of appetite metallic taste in the mouth anxiety constipation nausea pallor excessive tiredness weakness insomnia headache nervous irritability muscle and joint pain or soreness fine tremors numbness dizziness hyperactivity and colic In lead colic there may be severe abdominal pain Damage to the central nervous system in general and the brain encephalopathy in particular is one of the most severe forms of lead poisoning The most severe often fatal form of encephalopathy may be preceded b
101. able or Explosive Limits When flammable vapors are mixed with air in the proper proportions the mixture can be ignited The range of concentrations over which the flash will occur is designated by the Lower Explosive Limit LEL and the Upper Explosive Limit UEL Flammable limits explosive limits are expressed as percent volume of vapor in air Hazardous Atmosphere A hazardous atmosphere may expose employees to the risk of death incapacitation impairment of ability to self rescue injury or acute illness from one or more of the following causes 1 Flammable gas vapor or mist in excess of 10 of the lower flammable limit 2 Airborne combustible dust at a concentration that meets or exceeds the lower flammable limit 3 Atmospheric oxygen concentration below 19 5 or above 23 5 Page 66 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 4 Atmospheric concentration of any substance for which a dose or a permissible exposure limit is published Note An atmospheric concentration of any substance that is not capable of causing death incapacitation and impairment of ability or self rescue injury or acute illness due to its health effects is not covered by this provision 5 Any other atmospheric condition that is immediately dangerous to life or health Hot Work Any work involving burning welding riveting or similar fire producing operations as we
102. actor in the design of any facility Whether by natural means or mechanical the system must be designed to control dust fumes solvents gases smoke or vapors which may be generated in the workplace It is also important that a medical or biological monitoring system be in operation as part of the safety standards If internal combustion engines are used in the facility or if there is a chance of leakage or mixture with a chemical that could create a toxic gas atmospheric gas levels must be monitored If toxic chemicals are used and stored in the facility they should be located in an isolated area to guarantee safety Clean Work Areas All areas controlled by Tim Messer Construction Inc must be kept in orderly and clean condition and used only for activities or operations for which they have been approved Areas where chemicals may be used or stored must be maintained using good housekeeping best management practices This includes but is not limited to clean and organized storage labeling and secondary containment where necessary Keep stairs corridors and aisles clear Traffic lanes and loading areas must be kept clear and marked appropriately Store materials in work rooms or designated storage areas only Do not use hallways fan lofts or boiler and equipment rooms as storage areas Chemical substances should be stored in proper containers to minimize the potential for a spill Whenever possible chemicals should be kept in closed c
103. afety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan CFR 1910 1200 training required by that standard need not be duplicated Risks to consider include but are not limited to a Exposures exceeding the permissible exposure limits and published exposure levels b IDLH Concentrations c Potential Skin Absorption and Irritation Sources d Potential Eye Irritation Sources e Explosion Sensitivity and Flammability Ranges f Oxygen deficiency Employee Notification Any information concerning the chemical physical and toxicologic properties of each substance known or expected to be present on site that is available to the employer and relevant to the duties an employee is expected to perform shall be made available to the affected employees prior to the commencement of their work activities The employer may utilize information developed for the hazard communication standard for this purpose Site Control General Appropriate site control procedures shall be implemented to control employee exposure to hazardous substances before clean up work begins Site control program A site control program for protecting employees which is part of the employer s site safety and health program required shall be developed during the planning stages of a hazardous waste clean up operation and modified as necessary as new information becomes available Elements of the site control program The site c
104. afety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan without the correct shield guard or attachment recommended by the manufacturer Portable circular saws must be equipped with guards above and below the base shoe Circular saw guards should be checked periodically and before each use to assure they are not wedged up thus leaving the lower portion of the blade unguarded All rotating or moving parts of equipment should be guarded to prevent physical contact All cord connected electrically operated tools and equipment should be effectively grounded or of the approved double insulated type Effective guards must be in place over belts pulleys chains sprockets on equipment such as concrete mixers air compressors etc If portable fans are provided they must be equipped with full guards or screens having openings 1 2 inch or less Do not attempt to lift heavy objects without proper equipment Hoisting equipment will be made available for lifting heavy objects with hoist ratings and characteristics appropriate for the task Power tools are either battery operated or wired If battery operated don t under estimate their power A small electric drill or power screw driver can cause a severe injury if it lands in the wrong place While not usually a shock hazard the battery pack contains toxic chemicals and does emit a low voltage electric current Don t drop or incinerate the battery pack or a
105. agonal bridging shall be provided near the support s This bridging shall be installed and anchored before the hoisting cable s is released When bolted diagonal erection bridging is required by this section the following shall apply i ii iii iv v f Landing and placing loads 1 During the construction period the employer placing a load on steel joists shall ensure that the load is distributed so as not to exceed the carrying capacity of any steel joist Except for paragraph e 4 of this section no construction loads are alowed on the steel joists until all bridging is installed and anchored and all joist bearing ends are attached The weight of a bundle of joist bridging shall not exceed a total of 1 000 pounds 454 kg A bundle of joist bridging shall be placed on a minimum of three steel joists that are secured at one end The edge of the bridging bundle shall be positioned within 1 foot 30 m of the secured end No bundle of decking may be placed on steel joists until all bridging has been installed and anchored and all joist bearing ends attached unless all of the following conditions are met i ii iii iv v vi The edge of the construction load shall be placed with 1 30m of the bearing surface of the joist end Every attempt shall be made to provide fall protection at 6 feet or greater Page 234 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness
106. al acceleration or a lateral load equal to 1 2 the total dead weight of the cabinet and its contents in the event of an earthquake Liquids and chemicals are not to be stored in corridor lockers All cabinets must be kept locked with one key being retained by the Building Manager All cabinets must be labeled with the contents and the name address and telephone number of the assigned user Any deviation from the above requirements must be approved by the Responsible Safety Officer Mechanical Equipment Rooms Mechanical equipment rooms contain boilers blowers compressors filters electrical equipment etc Such rooms must be separated from other areas of a building by fire resistant walls and doors To maintain the integrity of these separations the fire doors must never be left open Fan rooms house ventilation equipment which often includes automatic shut down and dampers activated by interlocking with the building smoke and fire detectors Fire dampers and other automatic shut down provisions must not be disabled without Fire Department or Responsible Safety Officer approval as for temporary maintenance procedures Mechanical equipment rooms and fan rooms must not be used for storage of any Page 111 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan kind Construction Areas Construction areas under control of either Tim Messer Construction Inc o
107. all distance before stopping from the point at which a deceleration device begins to operate Guard rail A barrier erected to prevent personnel from falling to lower levels Hole A void or gap in a floor roof or other walking working surface Lanyard A flexible line of rope or strap that generally has a connector at each end for connecting the body harness to a deceleration device lifeline or anchor point Lifeline A component consisting of a flexible line for connection to an anchor point at one end to hang vertically and that serves as a means for connecting other components of a personal fall arrest system to the anchor point Opening A gap or void in a wall or partition through which personnel can fall to a lower level Personal fall arrest system PFAS A system including but not limited to an anchor point connectors and a body harness used to arrest a worker in a fall from a working level Rope grab grabbing device A deceleration device that travels on a lifeline and automatically by friction engages the lifeline and locks to arrest a fall Self retracting lifeline lanyard A deceleration device containing a drum wound line which can be slowly extracted from or retracted onto the drum under minimal tension during normal movement and which after onset of a fall automatically locks the drum and arrests the fall usually within two feet or less Snap hook A connector consisting of a hook shaped member with a normally close
108. als and labels mounted on the machine Always check for overhead obstructions before driving or elevating the platform Refuel tanks only when the unit is turned off If battery powered the batteries should be charged only in a well ventilated area away from any open flame Prior to each shift a safety inspection should be completed by the operator this includes both a visual inspection and a function test If a problem is found get the lift repaired Elevate the platform only when it is on a firm level surface Although many lifts look like a rough terrain piece of equipment they are not Their large tires do allow the equipment to access somewhat difficult areas but once in position they are designed to be out of level only 5 while in operation This amounts to 10 inches in a 10 foot wheel span In addition the lift must have an tilt alarm that activates when the machine is more than 5 out of level Scissor lifts are efficient one direction lifts They provide a solid surface to work from but always remember Guardrail midrails and toeboards must be in place The toe board can be omitted at the door The platform must be equipped with a mechanical parking brake that will hold the unit securely on any slope it is capable of climbing The brake should be tested periodically Never use the lift s rails planks across the rails or a ladder to gain additional height Unique hazards for manlifts Manlifts can move in more t
109. anufacturing lead pigment manufacturing and use solder manufacturing and use shipbuilding and ship repairing Page 210 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan auto manufacturing and printing Permissible Exposure The Permissible Exposure Limit PEL set by the standard is 50 micrograms of lead per cubic meter of air 50 ug m 3 averaged over an 8 hour workday Action Level The standard establishes an action level of 30 micrograms per cubic meter of air 30 ug m 3 time weighted average based on an 8 hour work day The action level initiates several requirements of the standard such as exposure monitoring medical surveillance and training and education Health Hazard Data A Ways in which lead enters your body When absorbed into your body in certain doses lead is a toxic substance The object of the lead standard is to prevent absorption of harmful quantities of lead The standard is intended to protect you not only from the immediate toxic effects of lead but also from the serious toxic effects that may not become apparent until years of exposure have passed Lead can be absorbed into your body by inhalation breathing and ingestion eating Lead except for certain organic lead compounds not covered by the standard such as tetraethy lead is not absorbed through your skin When lead is scattered in the air as a dust fume or mist it can
110. ape barricades or rope shall serve the purpose outlined above traffic cones alone are not permissible Employees working below the articulating boom must be aware of the overhead hazards and shall wear the appropriate head protection as required Additional Safety Equipment Portable Radio If the user operator is operating alone he she shall carry a portable radio for emergency situations If working off hours the user operator must be in direct contact with the RSO Safety Glasses Goggles or Face Shields may be required The Personal Protective Equipment section of the Safety Manual identifies when these devices are necessary Equipment and tools used on the work site must be compatible with the environment Page 219 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Vehicle Placement and Operation Prior to starting the vehicle Walk around to verify safe operation Remove cone from the front or rear of the vehicle depending on whether you are backing or heading in a forward direction Whenever possible in accordance with vehicle safety policy a spotter shall be used when the vehicle is being set into reverse Work Site Safety Identify the most level grade from which to operate the slope should not exceed 5 degrees unless the equipment is rated for steeper grades Set Emergency Brake Position both wheel chocks place on both sides of the t
111. arbital b To ensure that drugs and alcohol do not enter or affect the workplace Tim Messer Construction Inc the right to conduct reasonable searches of all vehicles containers lockers or other items on Tim Messer Construction Inc property or Tim Messer Construction Inc worksites in furtherance of this program Individuals may be requested to display personal property for visual inspection upon the Tim Messer Page 281 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Construction Inc s request All personal property searches will take place only in the employee s presence All searches under this program will occur with the utmost discretion and consideration for the employees involved Searches for the purposes described herein will be conducted when Tim Messer Construction Inc has reasonable suspicion that the employee has violated Tim Messer Construction Inc s Drug Free Workplace Program and that evidence of such misconduct may be found during the search 2 Job Applicant Drug Testing a All applicants will be tested for the presence of drugs prior to hiring b Any job applicant who refuses to submit to drug testing refuses to sign the consent form fails to appear for testing tampers with the test or fails to pass the pre employment confirmatory drug test will not be hired and unless otherwise required by law will be ineligible for hire for a pe
112. are designated as No Smoking areas for fire safety reasons are indicated by large rectangular signs consisting of white backgrounds with red letters stating NO SMOKING Page 114 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 9 Gases Welding amp Cutting Introduction This chapter contains guidelines and requirements for the safe use of flammable and or compressed gases It covers the use of flammable gas piping systems high pressure gas cylinders manifolded cylinders and compressed air Hazards All gases must be used in a manner that will not endanger personnel or property in routine shop use or experimental operations Hazards associated with handling and use of flammable and or high pressure gases include the following Injuries caused by flying objects accelerated by an explosion or pressure release Almost certain death if a flammable mixture is inhaled and then ignited Asphyxiation Secondary accidents such as falls or electrical shocks Fire caused by ignition of flammable gases Relief Valves Required All systems system components and piping subject to over pressures must be equipped with relief devices Operational Safety Procedures Equipment containing highly toxic gases requires an Operational Safety Procedure OSP and must comply with the requirements described in the chapters on chemical safety If you are in doubt as to th
113. as a result of repeated opening and closing If your harness is equipped with grommets be sure to check that none are loose or distorted 2 Stitching and webbing Stitching should be checked for broken burned cut or pulled stitches Broken strands of webbing appear as tufts on the surface To inspect hold the harness with your hands 6 8 inches apart Bend the webbing in an inverted U fashion which will cause surface tension exposing Page 176 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan problem areas Inspect the entire length of webbing Damage caused by cuts abrasions corrosives heat or chemicals should be apparent 3 D rings All D rings should be checked for distortion D ring attachment points should be checked for unusual wear or damaged fibers Badly pitted D rings may indicate chemical corrosion and the equipment should be destroyed and replaced immediately 4 Stitching or rivets at hardware points For stitched attachment points check that stitching is not broken burned cut or pulled For riveted attachment points check all rivets for tightness especially those at D ring wear pads Badly pitted rivets indicate chemical corrosion and the equipment should be destroyed and replaced immediately 5 Tongue buckles All tongue buckles should be checked for distortion sharp edges and cracks The tongue should move freely and overlap the frame
114. at a minimum the following Page 167 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Employee s Name Date of training Signature of trainer and Date Employer Date when determined adequate training was performed The RSO Stephen Ferguson will maintain written records of employee training Applicable Federal Regulations The policies in the Tim Messer Construction Inc Fall Protection Program are derived from CAL OSHA standards as found in 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards and in 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction Any questions or comments about the interpretation of the CAL OSHA standards or the company policy should be directed to the job superintendent project manager or the Responsible Safety Officer Stephen Ferguson All jobsites with a potential for falls shall be inspected for fall hazards Tim Messer Construction Inc s RSO or another competent person will evaluate each potential fall hazard and for any fall protection plan s Engineering controls handrails etc will be constructed where possible and safe work practices and personal protective equipment will be used Fall hazards include but are not limited to unprotected sides and edges of roofs excavations overhead construction and maintenance roof work floor holes wall openings and all other walking or working surfaces where personnel can possibl
115. at or near the top to prevent side slip In some cases where ground conditions are slippery or unstable the bottom of the ladder shall also be secured by some means Ladders used to gain access to another level needs to extend at least three feet above the landing area Remember to always Look up and Live by checking the area for any exposed electrical devices or powerlines Never use a ladder when any part of your body or materials will be within three feet 3ft of any exposed electrical devices or insulated powerlines 300 Volts or below and ten feet 10ft for any other uninsulated powerlines or any powerlines or electrical devices from 300 Volts to 50 000 Volts Higher voltages may require greater distances check with the local utility for recommended clearances Page 156 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Some Ladder Do s and Don ts General 1 2 10 11 12 13 14 Read and follow the manufacturer s instructions label affixed to the ladder if you are unsure how to use the ladder Do not use ladders that have loose rungs cracked or split side rails missing rubber foot pads or are otherwise visibly damaged Keep ladder rungs clean of grease Remove buildup of material such as dirt or mud When performing work from a ladder face the ladder and do not lean backward or sideways from the ladder Do not stand on the
116. ation The organizational structure shall be reviewed and updated as necessary to reflect the current status of waste site operations The comprehensive workplan part of the program shall address the tasks and objectives of the site operations and the logistics and resources required to reach those tasks and objectives The comprehensive Page 255 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan workplan shall define anticipated clean up activities as well as normal operating procedures which need not repeat the employer s procedures available elsewhere The comprehensive workplan shall define work tasks and objectives and identify the methods for accomplishing those tasks and objectives The comprehensive workplan shall establish personnel requirements for implementing the plan The comprehensive workplan shall provide for the implementation of the training required The comprehensive workplan shall provide for the implementation of the required informational programs required The comprehensive workplan shall provide for the implementation of the medical surveillance program Site specific Safety and Health Plan Part of the Program General The site safety and health plan which must be kept on site shall address the safety and health hazards of each phase of site operation and include the requirements and procedures for employee protection Elements The site safety and
117. ator the APF should be greater than the HR The immediately dangerous to life or health IDLH concentration including oxygen deficiency NIOSH 1994 Any service life information available for combination cartridges or canisters Multiplying the occupational exposure limit by the APF for a respirator gives the maximum workplace concentration in which that respirator can be used For example if the commonly accepted APF for a half mask respirator is 10 and the PEL is 5 mg m3 then 50 mg m3 is the highest workplace concentration in which a half mask respirator can be used against that contaminant If the workplace concentration is greater than 50 mg m3 a more protective respirator with a higher APF should be used In no case should an air purifying respirator be used in IDLH concentrations Any required air quality monitoring of the workplace will be done by Tim Messer Construction Inc which will maintain records Monitoring results will also be provided to affected individuals Respirator Distribution Whenever possible reusable respirators should be assigned to individual workers for their exclusive use Permanently assigned respirators must be durably marked with the Page 147 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan name of that person and the date issued When disposable respirators are issued the same models that were fit tested must be kept in stoc
118. aulic system for proper fluid level ix Tires for proper inflation and condition x Ground conditions around the hoisting equipment for proper support including ground setting under and around outriggers ground water accumulation or similar conditions xi The hoisting equipment for level position and xii The hoisting equipment for level position after each move and setup xiii Working under loads xiv Routes for suspended loads to eliminate workers under the load xv Provisions while working under loads xvi Multiple lift rigging procedure xvii Criteria for making multiple lifts xviii Components of multiple lift rigging assembly xix Load capacities xx MLRA shall be rigged with members xxi Setting of members xxii Controlled load lowering Site Specific Erection Plan Due to the conditions specific to the site alternate methods that provide protection to be developed by a qualified person and be available at the work site Include and identify crane s swing radius load weights and distance from the centerline of crane to lifting hook Pre Shift crane Inspections Shall include identification and qualification of the competent person for rigging operations tabulated data for the crane to be used including all weights and jib length to be used the crane s lifting capacity and working radius capacities In addition a complete Page 231 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer
119. aust systems could be an option to consider In some situations laboratory type hoods may be used for ventilation This type of system creates a high velocity exhaust vacuum within an enclosure Using Laboratory type hoods allow only the welder s hands arms in the enclosure while welding is being performed Determining the needed ventilation and or respiratory protection must be taken very seriously Systematically evaluate the process exposures and possible controls to determine which will help ensure providing an employee a safe place to work Once protective measures have been determined it is the responsibility of each welder and their supervisor to make sure they are being used properly Taking a proactive step Page 125 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan in reducing your exposure to welding fumes is the professional approach to working as a welder Page 126 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 10 Hand amp Power Tools Guarding Grinders 1 2 3 4 Drills 1 Do not use grinding wheels that have chips cracks or grooves Do not use the grinding wheel if it wobbles Tag it Out of Service Adjust the tongue guard so that it is no more than 1 4 inch from the grinding wheel Do not try to stop the wheel with your hand even if you are wea
120. azardous Page 185 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan substances are or were stored nearby Any excavations in which hazardous gases or insufficient oxygen levels exist or are likely to exist shall have gas monitoring performed before any workers are allowed into the excavation In most cases areas with these characteristics may be rendered safe either by the configuration of the excavation sloped walls shallow pit or trench or by mechanical ventilation Excavations in which the competent person determines is configured to present a confined space hazard and is in an area with hazardous gases or insufficient oxygen levels may have to resort to confined space procedures and controls to perform work in the excavation Worker or pedestrian controls The excavation perimeter needs to be assessed for possible accidental egress to the excavation edges Footpaths sidewalks or shortcuts likely to be used or areas where hedges or other growths may conceal the excavation until its too late may all have to be either barricaded or warning tape placed to prevent unauthorized or accidental egress Worker protection in excavations A determination shall be made by the competent person to determine which method of worker protection shall be employed Any equipment required shall be onsite and used before any workers enter an excavation The present controls involve s
121. be done according to manufacturers instructions Cleaning and Disinfecting Respirators issued for exclusive use must be cleaned and disinfected after eight hours of use or aS necessary to ensure protection for the wearer Respirators used by more than one person and emergency respirators must be cleaned and disinfected after each use During cleaning an inspection shall be made and any worn or deteriorated parts or components shall be repaired or replaced Respirators for emergency use such as SCBA s shall be inspected at least once a month and after every use Maintenance Page 148 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Employees shall arrange for replacement or repairs by experienced persons with parts designed for the respirator Do not attempt to replace components or make adjustments or make repairs beyond the manufacturer s recommendations Self contained breathing apparatus or air line respirators must be returned to a professional repair service or the manufacturer when it is required for repair or testing Storage After inspection cleaning and necessary repair store respirators to protect them against dust sunlight heat extreme cold excessive moisture or damaging chemicals Program Evaluation Tim Messer Construction Inc will evaluate this program through periodic and random inspections to assure that respirators are properly us
122. ble materials such as oil grease or reserve acetylene Oxygen must never be used to purge lines to operate pneumatic tools or to dust clothing cloth plastics etc saturated with oxygen burn explosively Accordingly oxygen cylinders must never be used as hat racks clothes hangers etc since leaky fittings can result in accumulations of gas in the covering material Insects in oxygen pigtails can ignite spontaneously and may cause sufficient heat and over pressure to burst the pigtail valve or manifold don t leave pigtails disconnected for more than a few minutes Do not use white lead oil grease or any other non approved joint compound for sealing oxygen system fittings Threaded connections in oxygen piping must be sealed with joint compounds or Teflon tape approved for oxygen service Litharge and water is recommended for service pressures above 300 psig 2 0 MPa Gaskets must be made of non combustible materials When high pressure oxygen cylinders are stored inside a building they must be separated from flammable gas cylinders by at least 20 feet or by a fire resistive partition Page 117 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Acetylene Acetylene is used principally with welding and cutting torches Commercial acetylene gas is colorless and highly flammable with a distinctive garlic like odor Acetylene in its free state under press
123. bly must be complied with unless Tim Messer Construction Inc can show that its procedures are safer with the exception of the use of synthetic slings where the manufacturers procedures must be used Assembly disassembly must be directed by a competent and qualified person also known as the A D assembly disassembly director The RSO Stephen Ferguson will designate the A D director The A D director must review the procedures before starting work and make sure that the crew members understand the tasks the hazards and positions locations to avoid Page 236 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Crew members must inform the operator before they go out of his her view into an area where they could be hurt by movement of the equipment or load and the operator cannot move the equipment or load until the crew members communicate that it is safe to do so Employees are not allowed under the boom or jib when pins are being removed unless Tim Messer Construction Inc demonstrates it is necessary and implements special procedures Hazards that must be addressed include ground conditions e blocking material and location e loads on assist cranes e rigging attachment points e supports for components when pins are removed e center of gravity identification e minimizing snagging of ropes on the boom or pins e supports for counterweights e testing
124. c Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan approved The following specific rules must also be followed Keep stairs corridors and aisles clear Traffic lanes and loading areas must be kept clear and marked appropriately Store materials in work rooms or designated storage areas only Do not use hallways fan lofts or boiler and equipment rooms as storage areas Do not allow exits passageways or access to equipment to become obstructed by either stored materials or materials and equipment that is being used Arrange stored materials safely to prevent tipping falling collapsing rolling or spreading that is any undesired and unsafe motion Do not exceed the rated floor capacity of stored material for the area The load limit and the maximum height to which material may be stacked must be posted Place materials such as cartons boxes drums lumber pipe and bar stock in racks or in stable piles as appropriate for the type of material Store materials that are radioactive fissile flammable explosive oxidizing corrosive or pyrophoric only under conditions approved for the specific use by the Responsible Safety Officer Segregate and store incompatible materials in separate locations Remove items that will not be required for extended periods from work areas and put them in warehouse storage Call for assistance Temporary equipment required for special projects or support activities must be installed so that it will not c
125. ccident investigations as requested Accept responsibility for the safety of others Maintain all required documentation Each employee shall read and implement this injury and illness prevention program If you do not understand any policy please ask your supervisor Employee Safety Suggestion Box Please give your written safety suggestions to your supervisor during the safety meetings All safety suggestions will be discussed at the meeting The group that consistently has the best safety suggestions will also be recognized Management is the sole judge of the value of safety suggestions and will implement as many good suggestions as possible Training Employee safety training is another requirement of an effective injury and illness prevention program While Tim Messer Construction Inc believes in skills training we also want to emphasize safety training All employees should start the safety training by reading this manual and discussing any problems or safety concerns with your direct supervisor Page 6 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Safety and Health Training Training is one of the most important elements of any injury and illness prevention program Such training is designed to enable employees to learn their jobs properly bring new ideas to the workplace reinforce existing safety policies and put the injury and illness prevention pro
126. ces is to stop look and listen and then to move when there is no danger Make eye contact with the drivers of moving vehicles so that you know that they know you are there Equipment must be properly stored so that sharp edges do not protrude into walkways Changes in elevations must be clearly marked as must passageways near dangerous operations like welding machinery operation or painting If there is a low ceiling a warning sign must be posted If the walkway or stairway is more than thirty inches above the floor or ground it must have a guardrail If an employee is aware of any breach of these standards please inform the workplace supervisor Floor and Wall Openings Be careful when working near floor and wall openings All floor openings holes should be guarded by a cover guardrail or equivalent barrier on all sides except at the entrance to stairways and ladders Toe boards must be installed around the edges of a permanent floor opening Skylights must be able to withstand at least 200 pounds pressure Glass used in windows doors and walls including glass block must be able to withstand a human impact and if required by code be shatterproof safety glass Before beginning work at a new location inspect it to insure that all floor openings which must remain open such as floor drains are covered with grates or similar covers In roadways and driveways covers with capacity to support without failure twice the Page 42 Copyri
127. ces shall any alcoholic beverages be used Hoods facemasks insulated boots gloves and glove liners should all be considered in extreme weather conditions Certain combinations of temperature wind and jobsite location may make it impractical to work In those extreme cases workers should check with their supervisor or the responsible safety officer Stephen Ferguson for direction Wet or Inclement Weather Workers exposed to rain sleet snow or other wet conditions shall wear protective waterproof clothing Careful assessment of the jobsite under inclement weather conditions must be made Slips and falls may happen in the general jobsite area of work in addition to slips from ladders scaffold or other work surfaces Any electrically operated tools shall not be used in wet conditions due to the risk of electrical shock Windy Conditions Some workers in windy conditions are at great risk Handling large lightweight materials working on ladders or elevated work surfaces and working with small lightweight materials are all examples of job duties which pose special hazards in windy conditions Therefore each jobsite and work assignments shall be assessed for dangers from high winds Page 155 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 16 Ladders Ladders Ladders must be in good condition made of suitable material of proper length and of th
128. ch allows the use of multiple locks to secure it Each employee will then use his her own lock to secure the box or cabinet As each person no longer needs to maintain his or her lockout protection that person will remove his her lock from the box or cabinet TEMPORARY REMOVAL OF LOCKOUT TAGOUT DEVICES a In situations where lockout tagout devices must be temporarily removed from the energy isolating device and the machine or equipment energized to test or position the machine equipment or component thereof the following sequence of actions will be followed i Remove non essential items and ensure that machine or equipment components are operationally intact ii Notify affected employees that lockout tagout devices have been removed and ensure that all employees have been safely positioned or removed from the area iii Have employees who applied the lockout tagout devices remove the lockout tagout devices iv Energize and proceed with testing or positioning v Deenergize all systems and reapply energy control measures MAINTENANCE REQUIRING UNDISRUPTED ENERGY SUPPLY a Where maintenance repairing cleaning servicing adjusting or setting up operations cannot be accomplished with the prime mover or energy source disconnected such operations may only be performed under the following conditions i The operating station e g external control panel where the machine may be activated must at all times be under the control of a q
129. changes Fit testing is required annually for workers exposed to benzene and semi annually for workers exposed to asbestos arsenic lead and acrylonitrile Workmen with facial hair in the respirator area will not be issued respirators requiring a fit test because it cannot be determined that the respirator will fit under conditions of use Fit testing shall include face to seal fit wearing in normal air for a long familiarity period and testing in a test atmosphere Fit testing will be done after the employee s annual medical evaluation if one is required Monitoring of Air Contaminants Air contaminant levels during routine operations will be monitored by Tim Messer Construction Inc before the type of respiratory protection is selected Existing operations undergoing a change that might significantly alter the concentration of air contaminants should be evaluated by Tim Messer Construction Inc to determine if another method of protection is appropriate Categories of respiratory hazard Oxygen deficient atmospheres require the use of an independent respirable atmosphere Employees who work in areas where emergency use only SCBA pressure demand respirators are available shall be trained in SCBA use but medical monitoring is not required Immediately dangerous conditions are defined as Conditions that pose an immediate threat to life or health and or conditions that pose an immediate threat of severe exposure to contaminants that are li
130. ches high from the top edge of the toeboard to the level of the walking working surface Toeboards shall be securely fastened in place at the outermost edge of the platform and have not more than 1 inch clearance above the walking working surface Toeboards shall be solid or with openings not over one inch in the greatest dimension Aerial Lifts Manlifts and scissor lifts are two pieces of equipment that many workers can t imagine working without This equipment if used correctly provides quick and safe access to work areas that at one time could only be reached from scaffolding or a crane s manbasket These lifts collectively called Aerial Work Platforms are important tools But as with any tool there are right and wrong ways to use them safely Page 164 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The most important tip to remember before operating any aerial lift platform is always read and follow the manufacturer s safety and operation manual This information must be kept on the rig and can usually be found in a PVC tube that s tied to the machine s frame or rails Safe Operating Procedures for Both Manlifts and Scissor Lifts Only trained and authorized people should operate the lift A qualified instructor must make sure that every operator reads and or understands the equipment s safety and operating instructions This includes all of the warning dec
131. ckaging and sealing shall be required only for those items which must be kept sterile in a first aid kit First aid kits shall contain at least the following items 10 Package Kit 1 Pkg Adhesive bandages 1 16 per pkg 1 Pkg Bandage compress 4 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Scissors and tweezers 1 each per pkg 1 Pkg Triangular bandage 40 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Antiseptic soap or pads 3 per pkg 5 Pkgs of consulting physician s choice 16 Package Kit 1 Pkg Absorbent gauze 24 x 72 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Adhesive bandages 1 16 per pkg 2 Pkgs Bandage compresses 4 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Eye dressing 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Scissors and tweezers 1 each per pkg 2 Pkgs Triangular bandages 40 1 per pkg Page 50 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 1 Pkg Antiseptic soap or pads 3 per pkg 7 Pkgs of consulting physician s choice 24 Package Kit 2 Pkgs Absorbent gauze 24 x 72 1 per pkg 2 Pkgs Adhesive bandages 1 16 per pkg 2 Pkgs Bandage compresses 4 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Eye dressing 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Scissors and tweezers 1 each per pkg 6 Pkgs Triangular bandages 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Antiseptic soap or pads 3 per pkg 9 Pkgs of consulting physician s choice 36 Package Kit 4 Pkgs Absorbent gauze 24 x 72 1 per pkg 2 Pkgs Adhesive bandages 1 16 per pkg 5 Pkgs Bandage compresses 4 1 per pkg 2 Pkgs Eye
132. clothing if necessary Wear gloves Use a type which are impermeable the cement can t get through them Leather or cloth work gloves won t protect you Placement of Concrete Masonry As far as practical all planned routes for hoisting and moving concrete buckets shall have no workers under the load No workers shall be allowed to work directly under the concrete bucket when it is being raised or lowered All workers involved in concrete placement by pumping operations shall be protected by at least hardhats and face shields over safety glasses Concrete Masonry Tools All power tools shall be used as designed by the manufacturer All tools shall have Page 181 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan safety switches guards fail safe connectors etc in good working order and shall not be tampered with defeated or altered in any way When working on any powered equipment use proper lockout tagout procedures Bull float handles shall be non conductive when working around any electrical powerlines The minimum approach clearance by the tool s handle or any part of the worker s body is three feet 3 ft for insulated conductors under 300 Volts ten feet 10 ft for any uninsulated conductors and conductors over 300 Volts up to 50 000 Volts Higher voltages will require greater clearance distances check with the local electrical utility F
133. condition Fitting employees with proper respirators and providing training for their use Evaluating employee exposures and work conditions including inspection of respirator use Procedure Page 144 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Respiratory protection devices will be chosen after considering the following factors Health of the worker and ability to wear a respirator Nature of the hazard e g toxicity chemical and physical properties Extent of the hazard concentration and time of exposure Work requirements and conditions Characteristics and limitations of available respirators Medical monitoring Tim Messer Construction Inc must make employees available and pay for medical monitoring Tim Messer Construction Inc may contract with a local health care provider Medical status for workers who use respirators shall be reviewed annually Persons must not be assigned to tasks requiring the use of respirators unless it has been determined that they are physically able to perform the work and use the equipment The Examining Physician responsible for the employee s care will determine what diagnostic method is necessary to determine whether medical conditions exist which would prohibit or limit respirator use Pulmonary function tests including forced vital capacity FVC and forced expiratory volume at one second FEV1 0 and a medical ques
134. connected for use All valves must be closed off before a cylinder is moved when the cylinder is empty and at the completion of each job Low pressure fuel gas cylinders must be checked periodically for corrosion general distortion cracks or any other defect that might indicate a weakness or render them unfit for service The periodic check of low pressure fuel gas cylinders includes a close inspection of the cylinder s bottom Page 26 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Hoists and Auxiliary Equipment Every overhead electrical hoist shall be equipped with a limit device to stop the hook travel at its highest and lowest points of safe travel Check these limits without a load to ensure the device is working correctly Each hoist should automatically stop and hold any load up to 125 percent of its rated load if its actuating force is removed Check this periodically under controlled conditions Make sure that the rated load of each hoist is legibly marked and visible to the operator Stops should be provided at the safe limits of travel for trolley hoists The controls of hoists should be plainly marked to indicate direction of travel or motion Every cage controlled hoist must be equipped with an effective warning device Close fitting guards or other suitable devices should be installed on hoists to assure hoist ropes will be maintained in the sheave groov
135. credited initial and annual training These functions include Lead Paint Abatement Worker Lead Paint Abatement Contractor Lead Paint Abatement Supervisor Lead Abatement Residential Project Designer Lead Paint Inspector Lead Paint Risk Assessor Disposal of Waste Materials Unless otherwise determined Tim Messer Construction Inc is responsible for the proper disposal of hazardous waste at sites Lead paint chips dust and debris will generally be classified as hazardous waste Because of hazardous waste costs efforts should be made to minimize the generation of lead contaminated waste Page 209 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Paint chips dusts and contents from HEPA vacuums including HEPA filters should be collected and containerized to allow for testing and handling as a possible hazardous waste Demolition materials painted with lead based paint will be disposed of as regular demolition waste Some items contaminated as part of the abatement process may be cleaned and classified as non hazardous waste Polyethylene used to protect items may be cleaned using HEPA vacuuming and wet wiping then disposed of as non hazardous waste All non hazardous waste can be put in unlabeled bags and or placed in dumpsters Summary The Guidelines for Working with Lead Containing Materials applies to any work where Tim Messer Construct
136. cted away from the cab Friction mechanisms must be sufficient for the loads If they have not modified the equipment employers can rely on documentation that the manufacturer designed and built the equipment to meet this standard EQUIPMENT MODIFICATIONS The manufacturer must approve all modifications additions in writing If the manufacturer refuses or is unavailable or unresponsive a registered professional engineer who is a qualified person approves them The registered professional engineer must be qualified with respect to the equipment involved and must ensure the original safety factor of the equipment is not reduced Rigging Page 247 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Planning for safe rigging and lifting must begin at the design stage and lifting procedures must be developed for assembly and installation The lifting procedure should be developed and discussed with the rigging crew supervisor Responsibility for all rigging jobs is shared between the rigging crew and the customer The customer is responsible for defining and requesting the move for providing technical information on relevant characteristics of the apparatus including special lifting fixtures when required for providing suggestions on rigging and moving and for assigning someone to represent them both in planning and while the job is being carried out The riggers are resp
137. ction control plan complies with CAL OSHA requirement 29 CFR 1910 1030 Blood Borne Pathogens The plan includes requirements for personal protective equipment housekeeping training and a procedure for reporting exposures Responsibilities The RSO Stephen Ferguson will handle the Bloodborne Pathogen Program and maintain records of any training and or inspections required Definitions Biological Hazard The term biological hazard or biohazard is taken to mean any viable infectious agent that presents a risk or a potential risk to the well being of humans Medical Wastes Infectious Wastes All waste emanating from human or animal tissues blood or blood products or fluids This includes used first aid bandages syringes needles sharps material used in spill cleanup and contaminated PPE or clothing Universal Precautions Refers to a system of infectious disease control that assumes that every direct contact with body fluids is infectious and requires every employee exposed to be protected as though such body fluids were infected with blood borne pathogens All infectious medical material must be handled according to Universal Precautions Hazards Unprotected exposure to body fluids presents the possible risk of infection from a number of bloodborne pathogens notably Hepatitis and HIV Hazard Control Engineering Controls prevention of exposure to bloodborne pathogens engineering controls include proper storage facilities a
138. ctive remove it from service and label it as Defective Sling Do Not Use and give it to your superintendent for repair or destruction 4 Never jerk the load jerking can overload the equipment Page 248 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 5 When wrapping around sharp corners or picking heavy loads with corners use softeners or other pads 6 When slings are not in use pick them up and store them 7 Check slings to make sure that the length marked on them corresponds to the actual length If the sling is longer than marked it may have been overloaded 8 Do not use a sling in good condition beyond it s rated capacity Allow for an extra safety factor for a sling in only fair condition Do not use a sling in poor condition Nylon web slings should be removed from service if they are burned by heat acids or caustics if the stitches are broken or worn if fittings are distorted if the webbing is snagged punctured or torn or cut of if any other defect that might affect the strength of the sling is observed Wire rope slings should be removed from service if any of the following is observed a Six randomly distributed broken wires in one rope lay or three broken wires in one strand of rope lay b Wear or scraping of one third of the original diameter of outside individual wires c Kinking crushing bird caging or any other dama
139. d and when the operator releases the steering Page 27 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan mechanism make sure that both the brakes are applied and power to the motor shut off Maintenance records are available so that a driver can check on the servicing of the truck in case of questions When an industrial truck operates in areas where flammable gases vapors combustible dust or ignitable fibers may be present in the atmosphere the vehicle must be approved for such locations with a tag showing such approval posted on the vehicle itself Industrial trucks with internal combustion engines operated in buildings or enclosed areas should be carefully checked to ensure that the operation of the vehicle does not cause harmful concentration of dangerous gases or fumes Spraying Operations In any spraying operation there should be adequate ventilation before starting any spraying job As to the conditions of the area where the spray job is to be done consideration should be taken before beginning work If the area is enclosed does it require mechanical ventilation Before working make sure that the area is free of combustible materials and that there are No Smoking signs adequately posted and easily seen If mechanical ventilation is provided when spraying in enclosed areas air should not be recirculated so as to avoid contamination There should be a
140. d keeper or similar arrangement which may be opened to permit the hook to receive an object and when released automatically closes to retain the object Only locking snap hooks are permitted at Tim Messer Construction Inc Toe board A low protective barrier that prevents material and equipment from falling to lower levels and which protects personnel from falling Unprotected sides and edges Any side or edge of a walking working surface where Page 172 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan there is no wall or guardrail system at least 1 meter high i e roof lines Walking working surface Any surface whether horizontal or vertical on which personnel walk or work including but not limited to floors roofs or ramps It does not include ladders or vehicles on which personnel must be located to perform their work duties Components of a Fall Protection System There are three components to a personal fall protection system These are A anchor point B belt and or harness and C connecting device Each component is explained below A Anchor Point An anchor point is a secure point of attachment for lifelines lanyards or deceleration devices and is independent from the means supporting the worker Examples of CAL OSHA approved anchor points are eye bolts bolt holes or any other structures capable of supporting 5000 pounds per attached person B
141. d maintenance or abatement activities are prohibited and will not be allowed Use of a heat gun generating temperatures exceeding 700 degrees Fahrenheit Open flame torching Dry abrasive blasting using sand grit or any other particulate Mechanized sanding without HEPA filtered collection systems Routine Cleaning of Lead Painted Surfaces The following items apply to personnel involved in sweeping or wall cleaning in areas where paint chips or dusts are present This would primarily apply to custodial personnel and any other University employees cleaning areas potentially contaminated with lead paint or dust a Employees should attend a lead awareness training class or be trained on the hazards of lead as part of their Worker Right to Know training b Report peeling paint or paint in poor condition to area coordinators or building contacts Coordinators or contacts should then contact the appropriate personnel Zone Maintenance University Facilities Housing Maintenance etc c Assume paint is lead containing unless testing shows otherwise d Cleaning of lead painted surfaces should be performed using HEPA vacuums dedicated for lead followed by wet methods i e use wet towels sponges or cloths To specifically clean lead dusts from surfaces a detergent such as Spic and Span is recommended Page 208 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan
142. d average TWA exposures over 30 ug m3 Action Limit for thirty days per year will be enrolled in a lead medical surveillance program All employees with potential exposure to lead must receive training Employees with lead exposure in excess of the Permissible Exposure Limit PEL of 50 yg m3 as an 8 hour TWA will be provided appropriate protective clothing and respiratory protection Engineering controls will be implemented if feasible to reduce lead exposures below the PEL Page 200 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan A written compliance plan will be implemented if airborne concentrations of lead exceed 50 ug m3 as an 8 hour TWA Surfaces will be maintained as free as possible from accumulation of lead dust Signs will be posted outside areas where employees lead exposures exceed the PEL Certain work practices such as open flame burning dry sanding and dry scraping of lead containing substances are not permitted Specific containment procedures are stipulated to control emissions from interior and exterior lead abatement sites Surfaces in lead abatement sites must be cleaned Lead containing wastes may be handled by Tim Messer Construction Inc employees and will be transported and disposed per DOT and EPA DHEC regulations Specific surface lead dust testing will be performed in residential properties following l
143. d by a timer installed by an Tim Messer Construction Inc electrician The timer will automatically de energize the appliance during off hours and energize it not more than 30 minutes before the arrival of personnel If 24 hour operation is desirable the proposed operation and arrangement must be reviewed by the local Fire Department and a permit obtained This permit must be posted near the operating Page 108 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan appliance for the information of off shift personnel who may be checking the area Fire Fighting Equipment This section describes the fixed and portable equipment that is provided in working areas for fire protection The fixed equipment may include automatic sprinklers detectors and alarms fire doors etc The portable equipment consists of fire extinguishers and hoses to be operated by employees before the arrival of the local Fire Department Fire Detectors Several types of automatic fire detectors may be used throughout Tim Messer Construction Inc according to particular needs and purposes All of them will detect fire by one of several means and transmit an alarm to the fire station In the many buildings equipped with evacuation alarm bells the automatic detectors activate those alarms as do the manual pull boxes In some cases automatic extinguishing systems are activated by automatic detectors The Fir
144. d in compliance with the standard Powered air purifying respirators must be provided to employees who request them and where this respirator will provide adequate protection Employers must ensure that employees use respirators in regulated areas and that respirators are properly fitted and used Employees required to wear respirators must have limited medical exams prior to being assigned to an area where respiratory protection is required unless they have had a Page 194 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan comparable exam within the preceding 12 months Employees must be allowed to leave a regulated area to readjust face pieces and to change filters or to wash their faces to avoid skin irritation Protective Work Clothing and Equipment Employers must provide protective clothing and equipment such as coveralls shoe covers head coverings and goggles for employees exposed above the PEL and for employees with skin and eye irritation from cadmium exposure The employer must ensure that contaminated clothing and equipment are placed in closed containers in change rooms prior to cleaning laundering maintaining or discarding The employer must provide clean and dry personal protective clothing and equipment at least weekly or more often as necessary to maintain effectiveness The employer must notify those who launder or clean these items of the potential ha
145. d in the selection of the appropriate engineering controls and personal protective equipment for the tasks to be performed Hazard Identification All suspected conditions that may pose inhalation or skin absorption hazards that are immediately dangerous to life or health IDLH or other conditions that may cause death or serious harm shall be identified during the preliminary survey and evaluated during the detailed survey Examples of such hazards include but are not limited to confined space entry potentially explosive or flammable situations visible vapor clouds or areas where biological indicators such as dead animals or vegetation are located Required Information The following information to the extent available shall be obtained by the employer prior to allowing employees to enter a site i Location and approximate size of the site ii Description of the response activity and or the job task to be performed iii Duration of the planned employee activity iv Site topography and accessibility by air and roads v Safety and health hazards expected at the site vi Pathways for hazardous substance dispersion vii Present status and capabilities of emergency response teams that would provide assistance to on site employees at the time of an emergency viii Hazardous substances and health hazards involved or expected at the site and their chemical and physical properties Page 257 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St L
146. d no later than 10 00 A M the following day The preferred method of reporting is electronic mail Director of Safety RSO Workers Compensation Representative Field Safety Representative Client as required Others as directed IRON Significant Event Reporting Significant Incidents must be reported in accordance with this section Significant events include Classified as CAL OSHA Recordable Cases amp Serious Events Could have resulted in serious injury or property damage Example of an unfavorable trend Significant property damage or repeated property damage Theft Ce NS Page 10 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 6 Involvement of Third Parties 7 Ahigh level of occurrence 8 Must be communicated to affirm a change in a policy procedure or standard 9 Anew lesson learned 10 As requested by any member of management from General Foreman to the President Site or Project Safety Representative Gather pertinent information Notify Corporate Director of Safety and Division Manager immediately Schedule Root Cause Investigation Complete Root Cause investigation Share all information and learning experiences with site and project where incident occurred with 24 hours of root cause investigation conclusion employees and Client Representatives 6 Forward all information to GSI Corporate Director of Safety within 24 hours
147. d plastic lenses absorb ultraviolet light very poorly and should not be relied on for protection Virtually all welding processes generate gases fume and dusts Gases generated include carbon monoxide carbon dioxide ozone and nitrous gases Other gases may also be formed in the presence of chemicals which may be on the material being welded For example 1 1 1 Trichloroethane generates phosgene gas when exposed to the heat of welding Welding and cutting can also generate fumes from cadmium lead cyanide beryllium arsenic fluorides nickel cyanide and other materials when can be hazardous if inhaled Proper respiratory protection should always be worn when cutting or welding The best type of protection to use can be determined by reading the Material Safety Data Sheet for the material being welded or the manufacturer of the rod or flux being used Mechanical ventilation at the rate of 2 000 cubic feet per minute per welder is required if the area is more crowded than 10 000 cubic feet per welder has a ceiling height of less than 16 feet or in confined spaces where structural barriers significantly obstruct cross ventilation Additional specific ventilation requirements are necessary for fluorine compounds zinc lead beryllium cadmium mercury and for stainless steel that is oxygen cut using either a chemical flux or iron powder or gas shielded arc cutting Where it is not possible to provide this ventilation airline respirators hose ma
148. d that the full text of the Drug free Workplace policy is available upon request HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THE NOTICE TO APPLICANTS AND EMPLOYEES ABOUT TIM MESSER CONSTRUCTION INC S DRUG FREE WORKPLACE PROGRAM DRUG AND ALCOHOL TREATMENT PROGRAMS AND EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS AND A LISTING OF THE OVER THE COUNTER AND PRESCRIPTION DRUGS WHICH COULD ALTER OR AFFECT THE OUTCOME OF A DRUG TEST ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT THE DRUG FREE WORKPLACE POLICY AND RELATED DOCUMENTS ARE NOT INTENDED TO CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN TIM MESSER CONSTRUCTION INC AND ME THE UNDERSIGNED FURTHER STATES THAT HE OR SHE HAS READ THE FOREGOING ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND KNOWS THE CONTENTS THEREOF AND SIGNS THE SAME OF HIS OR HER OWN FREE WILL Employee NAME SIGNATURE Date Employer Representative NAME SIGNATURE Date Page 286 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO
149. d worker compensation complaints By focusing on past injuries Tim Messer Construction Inc hopes to avoid similar problems in the future Therefore whenever there is an accident and in many cases upon review of past accidents you may be requested to participate in a safety audit interview During the interview there will be questions about the nature of the investigation and the workplace safety related to the incident Please answer these questions honestly and completely Also please volunteer any personal observations and or suggestions for improved workplace safety Based upon the study of past accidents and industry recommendations a safety training program has been implemented In addition to other preventative practices there will be a group discussion of the cause of the accident and methods to avoid the type of accidents and injury situations experienced in the past Work rules will be reviewed and modified based upon the study of these accidents In addition to historical information workplace safety depends on workplace observation Your supervisor is responsible for inspecting your working area daily before and while you are working but this does not mean you are no longer responsible for inspecting the workplace also Each day before you begin work inspect the area for any dangerous conditions Inform your supervisor of anything significant so other employees and guests are advised You may also be given written communications
150. ded on flexible cords or cables at plugs receptacles tools equipment The cord jacket must be held securely in place All cord cable and raceway connections must be intact and secure All disconnecting switches and circuit breakers must be labeled to indicate their use or equipment served A means for disconnecting equipment must always be opened before fuses are replaced All interior wiring systems must include provisions for grounding metal parts or electrical raceways equipment and enclosures All electrical raceways and enclosures must be fastened securely in place All energized parts of electrical circuits and equipment must be guarded against accidental contact by approved cabinets or enclosures Sufficient access and working space will be provided and maintained around all electrical equipment to permit ready and safe operations and maintenance All unused openings including conduit knockouts in electrical enclosures and fittings must be closed with appropriate covers plugs or plates Electrical enclosures such as switches receptacles junction boxes must be provided with tight fitting covers or plates Disconnecting switches for electrical motors in excess of two horsepower must be capable of opening the circuit when the motor is in a stalled condition without exploding Switches must be horsepower rated equal to or in excess of the motor hp rating Low voltage protection must be provided in the control device of
151. dequate space and ventilation for all drying areas Also in an enclosed area spray operations must be at least 20 feet from flames sparks operating electrical motors and other ignition sources The spray area should be free of any hot surfaces Any solvent used in the cleaning process should not have a flash point of 100 degrees or less If portable lamps are used to illuminate the spray areas they must be approved for the location and must be suitable for use in a hazardous area Approved respiratory equipment will be provided and must be used when appropriate during spraying operations If a sprinkler system is within the confines of the spraying area operation it should be in working order and will be inspected semi annually to make sure that it is in operating condition If a spraying booth is used for the spraying operation it must be made of metal masonry or other noncombustible material Make sure that NO SMOKING signs are posted in spray areas paint rooms paint booths and paint storage areas The spray booth must be completely ventilated Booth floors and baffles must be easily cleaned and noncombustible Ducts and access doors must be easily cleaned Lighting fixtures Page 28 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan for both outside and inside the spray booth must be enclosed in clear see through sealed panels Electric motors for exhaust fans must
152. dling chemicals They will also learn about potential fire and toxicity hazards when not to have a chemical in a confined area or to store in closed containers usage of eye wash fountains and safety showers and the necessary posting of open and dangerous areas It is important that an employee recognize the Threshold Limit Values or Permissible Exposure Limits of airborne contaminants and physical agents in the workplace Employees must be instructed on the proper response procedures for spilled materials The training should include materials available for use proper waste disposal and communication procedures A procedural manual or set of instructions must be part of the program with periodic inspections that clearly indicate whether an employee may be mishandling a chemical or endangering himself or others Part of the manual or procedures must establish a standard of when and how to deal with chemical spills neutralizing and disposing of spills or overflows These procedures must also be posted in an area that is easily accessible for reference usage In the event of a minor chemical spill in addition to prompt corrective measures the RSO or designated representative should be notified after the cleanup of the occurrence In the event of a major spill or any highly hazardous substance notification to the above parties shall be made first before any cleanup is attempted First aid training and equipment will be routine in any facility
153. dressing 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Scissors and tweezers 1 each per pkg 8 Pkgs Triangular bandages 40 1 per pkg 1 Pkg Antiseptic soap or pads 3 per pkg 13 Pkgs of consulting physician s choice Scissors shall be capable of cutting 2 layers of 15 oz cotton cloth or its equivalent The first aid kits are maintained at the ten sixteen twenty four or thirty six package Page 51 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan level Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious chemicals and or materials suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body are provided within the work area for immediate emergency use A poster shall be fastened and maintained either on or in the cover of each first aid kit and at or near all phones plainly stating the phone numbers of available doctors hospitals and ambulance services within the district of the work site First Aid Station If a fixed establishment employs more than 200 employees at one central location First aid stations shall be located as close as practicable to the highest concentration of personnel First aid stations shall be well marked and available to personnel during all working hours One person holding a valid first aid certificate shall be responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the first aid station First aid stations shall be equipped wi
154. ds shall have guardrails in place as the primary means of fall protection and shall either work from behind the guardrails or use personal fall arrest restraint systems when a guardrail section is removed to receive materials Tim Messer Construction Inc workers required to work below the scaffold shall be protected from falling objects by the use of head protection All other workers onsite should be kept clear of the working area underneath the scaffold and the entire Limited Access Zone Overhand bricklaying will be allowed only where necessary Workers along the roof edge will be protected by use of the scaffold as a catch platform fall arrest or restraint systems or a safety monitor warning line system if other safer methods are unfeasible 6 CONTROL MEASURES Tim Messer Construction Inc site staff will monitor the hazards risks and exposures in accordance with this Safety Plan The plan addresses the various hazards risks and exposures and the checklists and will bring any concerns or violations to the attention of the staff for correction Unsafe or unhealthy work conditions practices or procedures shall be corrected in a timely manner based on the severity of the hazard Protective equipment PPE may include based on the hazard Eye protection Safety boots Hearing protection Gloves First aid kit Fire extinguishers Page 275 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Constructio
155. dust could result in Chronic bronchitis Silicosis from the crystalline silica quartz used in many cements and even in some cases cancer from the small amounts of chromium compounds found in some cements Symptoms of silicosis Acute silicosis can occur after a few weeks of very high exposure for example in sandblasters Symptoms are shortness of breath coughing fever and weight loss Chronic silicosis is rarely seen in workers with less than ten years of exposure It permanently damages your lungs Silicosis also increases your chance of getting tuberculosis Getting cement dust or wet cement on your skin can cause burns rashes and other kinds of skin irritation Lime found in most cements is often the cause Some workers slowly become allergic to cement if they have skin contact with it over a long period of time Cement dust and wet cement can also irritate your eyes Working with Hazardous Materials So how can you find out the ingredients in the particular cement you re using Look at the bag and check the label You may find a list of ingredients a safety warning or both Read the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS for the product MSDS s are required by law They ll tell you the ingredients and possible health hazards Everyone working on the site has a right to see MSDS s When you work with cement you often use other chemicals too form oils curing Page 180 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis M
156. e cleaned and or purged prior to the start of demoliton Also adjacent structures should be checked for possible damage from demolition operations As part of this survey or at least in the work schedule the plan shall be for demolition to start at the top level and work down each level in turn to the bottom level Preparatory work such as cutting floor openings for disposal are excluded from this regultation The regulations specifically call for the contractor to have in writing evidence that such a survey has been performed Also before any work starts any walls or floors damaged by fire flood explosion or similar cause shall be braced or shored And while it may seem obvious all outside utilities such as gas electric steam water sewer and the like are required to be either disconnected or controlled from outside the building line before work starts Any utilities Page 222 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan required for demolition shall be protected Tim Messer Construction Inc also requires as a part of preparatory work to remove any glass that s broken or likely to break beforehand Each window or other wall openings 6 ft above the adjacent elevation or more shall have a guardrail placed at approximately 42 in Another preparatory item is the construction of canopies at all egress points to multi story structures All canopies
157. e or the environment Decontamination means the removal of hazardous substances from employees and their equipment to the extent necessary to preclude the occurrence of foreseeable adverse health effects Emergency response or responding to emergencies means a response effort by employees from outside the immediate release area or by other designated responders i e mutual aid groups local fire departments etc to an occurrence which results or is likely to result in an uncontrolled release of a hazardous substance Responses to incidental releases of hazardous substances where the substance can be absorbed neutralized or otherwise controlled at the time of release by employees in the immediate release area or by maintenance personnel are not considered to be emergency responses Responses to releases of hazardous substances where there is no potential safety or health hazard i e fire explosion or chemical exposure are not considered to be emergency responses Facility means A any building structure installation equipment pipe or pipeline including any pipe into a sewer or publicly owned treatment works well pit pond lagoon impoundment ditch storage container motor vehicle rolling stock or aircraft or B any site or area where a hazardous substance has been deposited stored disposed of or placed or otherwise come to be located but does not include any consumer product in consumer use or any water borne ve
158. e B Soils Therefore the protective methods described below for sloping benching and shoring is highly dependent on the soil types you re working in Typically since trench shields boxes do not prevent a cave in per se they only protect the worker inside the box from being crushed the type of soil is not relevant Excavations greater than 20 feet in depth shall be reviewed first by a registered professional engineer The engineering report should contain detailed data to Stephen Ferguson or designated representative for alternative effective shoring and sloping systems This data shall include soil evaluations slope stability and estimation of forces to be resisted together with plans and specifications of the materials and methods to be used When sheet piling is to be used full loading due to ground water table must be assumed unless prevented by weep holes and drains or other means Additional stringers uprights and bracing must be provided to allow for any necessary Page 188 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan temporary removal of individual supports Sloping The sides or walls of an excavation may be sloped if this provides sufficient protection The degree of sloping is dependent on the type of soil and the depth of excavation but essentially the firmer the soil the steeper the slope angle may be Soil strengths and classifications are
159. e Department always dispatches firefighters and apparatus to the scene of any automatically actuated alarm Sprinkler Systems Many buildings are provided with automatic sprinkler systems The sprinkler heads contain a fusible element most commonly fused at 212 degrees F which on melting opens the head and starts a spray of water The resulting flow of water in the piping activates an alarm at the fire station and firefighters are dispatched Automatic sprinkler heads can be damaged if they are subjected to mechanical abuse A protective cage should be installed where such damage is possible Heat inadvertently applied to the sprinkler head can also activate the sprinkler when no actual fire is present Normal heat sources should therefore be kept away from sprinkler heads To avoid decreasing the flow or spread of water or altering the spray pattern do not allow material or furniture to be located too near the sprinkler head Allow at least 18 inches of clearance around sprinkler heads Sprinkler system control valves must be kept accessible for Fire Department use Allow at least 3 feet of clearance enough for a man to pass through easily around such valves Alarm System Page 109 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan In most buildings evacuation alarm bells are automatically activated when fire is detected They can also be activated manually at st
160. e Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan may be adversely affected by exposure to lead since lead crosses the placental barrier and poses risks to developing fetuses Children born of parents either one of whom were exposed to excess lead levels are more likely to have birth defects mental retardation behavioral disorders or die during the first year of childhood Overexposure to lead also disrupts the blood forming system resulting in decreased hemoglobin the substance in the blood that carries oxygen to the cells and ultimately anemia Anemia is characterized by weakness pallor and fatigability as a result of decreased oxygen carrying capacity in the blood 3 Health protection goals of the standard Prevention of adverse health effects for most workers from exposure to lead throughout a working lifetime requires that worker blood lead PbB levels be maintained at or below forty micrograms per one hundred grams of whole blood 40 ug 100g The blood lead levels of workers both male and female workers who intend to have children should be maintained below 30 ug 100g to minimize adverse reproductive health effects to the parents and to the developing fetus The measurement of your blood lead level is the most useful indicator of the amount of lead being absorbed by your body Blood lead levels PbB are most often reported in units of milligrams mg or micrograms ug of lead
161. e a note in or attached to the vehicle or other property giving the driver s name address and vehicle license number The driver of any Tim Messer Construction Inc vehicle involved in an accident must also complete a Company Motor Vehicle Accident Report and submit it to his her supervisor within one work day of the accident The supervisor should interview the driver and complete the supervisor s portion of the report The completed form and vehicle must be taken to the Administration Office so that damages may be estimated and repairs scheduled Forms for obtaining appropriate information about an accident are carried in the vehicle or may be obtained from Administration The Responsible Safety Officer will Page 216 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan receive copies of all accident reports and will prepare any required CAL OSHA reports Trucks Heavy Equipment Policy Only authorized employees shall be able to operate the vehicle and or the articulating mounted equipment Definitions Authorized An employee of Tim Messer Construction Inc who has the education training and certification to operate the equipment specified Caution A potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It should be used to identify unsafe practices Danger Immediately hazardous situation which if not a
162. e action and may have unusual characteristics that may require additional precautions when working such as Underground utilities Before any work is performed a complete location survey of underground utilities shall be performed Typically most states have a one call system which coordinates all utilities in a given area This notwithstanding it s the competent person s responsibility to determine that all utilities have either marked or confirmed there are no underground lines present before any excavation work starts Any underground utilities exposed by our work shall be protected from physical damage and hazardous contact with workers Vibration sources Heavy traffic heavy equipment working in close proximity or other sources need to be assessed for their affect on an excavation In most cases heavy vibration will require a more shallow slope of excavation walls or shielding or shoring where they would otherwise not be used such as less than 5ft in depth Close proximity of heavy or dynamic loads Excavations adjacent to or in streets where there are heavy vehicular traffic such as tractor trailer rigs will usually require substantial shoring to counter the increased transient loads on the excavation edges or walls Hazardous atmospheres The area to be worked shall be checked for the likelinood of dangerous gases or insufficient oxygen levels These conditions can occur when excavations are made in landfills or where h
163. e anticipated loads and shock Open chutes are allowed at less than 45 degrees from horizontal otherwise fully enclosed chutes are required Fully enclosed chutes may have openings on each floor but they must be able to be closed when not in use and the openings may not be greater than 4 ft vertically When chutes pass through floor openings the area around the floor opening shall be covered If workers are dumping materials by hand a 42 in high standard guardrail shall be placed at the chute s opening If wheelbarrows or other mechanical means are used for dumping into the chute then a 4 in by 6 in high curb shall be placed at the chute s opening A gate placed at the chute s end for loading trucks shall be manned by a competent person who shall control the truck s movements Subpart 1926 853 entitled Removal of Materials Through Floor Openings addresses the actual demolition process Care must be taken to not allow sections of wall or floor to fall onto lower structures that are inadequate to accept the shock loading or the carrying capacity of the structure When walls are being removed no more than 1 story of unbraced wall shall remain at any time unless it was designed for self support at a greater height In any case all walls shall be left in a stable condition at the end of each work shift When working downward structural elements of a building may be removed only when the story above has been completed In the case of
164. e correct type for the use intended Ladders shall not be altered modified or attached to other ladders to extend their reach Damaged ladders must never be used they should be repaired by a qualified person or destroyed Ladders used near electrical equipment must be made of a nonconducting material fiberglass or equivalent For construction activities ladders must be class 1 rated heavy Duty or higher A portable ladder must not be used in a horizontal position as a platform or runway or by more than one person at a time unless designed for such use A portable ladder must not be placed in front of doors that open toward the ladder unless locked or blocked to prevent use Never set ladders on boxes barrels or other unstable bases Ladders must not be used as guys braces or skids The height of a stepladder should be sufficient to reach the work station without using the top or next to the top steps Bracing on the back legs of stepladders must not be used for climbing The proper angle 75 1 2 degrees for a portable straight ladder can be obtained by placing the base of the ladder a distance from the vertical wall equal to one quarter of the vertical distance from base to top of ladder s resting point Ladders must be ascended or descended facing the ladder with both hands free to grasp the ladder Tools must be carried in a tool belt or sling or raised with a hand line attached at the top of the ladder Extension ladders should be tied
165. e defects will usually classify as Type B Soils Type A Soils is the next most stable soil which is best described as perfect In essence this soil can no defects such as cracks fissures seeping water vibration sources nearby and cannot have been previously disturbed This soil must also be cohesive with an unconfined compressive strength of at least 3 000psf In short this type of soil is rare and will have to be rigorously tested by visual and manual methods in order to classify any soils type A Type C Soils is the least stable soil which may be best described as junk there is no worse Non cohesive granular soils having an unconfined compressive strength of 1 000 psf or less sand gravel loose backfill and even submerged soils are all considered Type C Soil However CAL OSHA requires that all soils are to be considered Type C with regard to worker protection requirements unless and until a determination is made by a Competent Person that it is another type Type B Soils tend to fill in the gap between Types A amp C Typically Type B Soils are cohesive although some hard granular soils may test out as granular Type B with an unconfined compressive strength between 1 000 and 3 000 psf Unstable rock with cracks fissures seeping water and other defects good soils that may be Type A but having one or more defects and formerly Type C soils that have been upgraded to Type B after classifying are examples of Typ
166. e followed where potential for a fall exists Evaluate the work and potential hazards Prepare for hazards Contact Tim Messer Construction Inc s RSO or supervisor for implementation of engineering controls Personnel must work in pairs at all times while conducting work where a potential for a fall exists All work conducted within six feet of an unprotected edge where a fall exists must wear fall protection equipment Only properly maintained and inspected equipment shall be used for fall protection Equipment must be in compliance with the CAL OSHA Fall Protection Standard Workers shall inspect all equipment before use if any equipment exhibits signs of wear it must immediately be removed from service Equipment must be maintained and stored where it will it will not be subject to wear In case of emergency follow Tim Messer Construction Inc s Emergency Procedures Body harnesses must be worn lanyard attached to harness securely with locking snap hook lifeline if used attached securely to lanyard deceleration device attached correctly and securely to lifeline and lanyard and lifeline or lanyard must be securely connected by locking snap hook to the anchor point before any work shall be conducted Inspections are exempted from this requirement per CAL OSHA guidelines However CAL OSHA does require fall protection when inspections occur two feet or less from an unprotected edge or side Inclement weather including but not limited to
167. e hazards toxicity or safe operating practices for any gases consult the Responsible Safety Officer Fire Risk Fire requires three elements fuel oxygen and ignition Any experiment or routine Page 115 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan operation that places a flammable gas in the presence of an oxidant air oxygen and an ignition source spark flame high temperature is extremely dangerous To reduce the risk of fire eliminate two of these three elements Thus when using flammable gases 1 eliminate ignition sources and 2 prevent mixing of fuel with air or oxygen Contain or vent fuel Pyrophoric substances which are materials that ignite soontaneously when exposed to air require even more care Minimize the use of oxygen in high concentration Materials not normally considered combustible burn violently in high oxygen atmospheres Therefore special precautions must be taken when working with high oxygen concentrations Guidelines All personnel authorized to work with flammable gases must be familiar with the hazards and emergency measures that might be required in the event of an accident For safe operation the following safety guidelines must be observed A piping schematic diagram of the apparatus and an operating procedure that includes safety considerations and emergency instructions must be developed and the installed piping
168. e or fire rated materials and construction practices suitable to the assigned uses of buildings and facilities Alarm systems and automatic extinguishing systems Availability of suitable hand extinguishers and local hose lines for use before firefighters arrive Access to professional fire department always staffed and trained in the control of emergencies that could occur The Fire Department makes the initial response to all requests for emergency aid received on the emergency telephone number 911 This chapter covers the fire safety responsibilities of employees and supervisors and sets forth the fire safety rules and procedures Fire Department The Community Fire Department is responsible for protecting people and property from fires explosions and other hazards through prevention and expeditious control of such events In addition the Fire Department provides first response rescue and transportation services in medical emergencies The Fire Department s inspection staff is responsible for ensuring company wide compliance with fire safety and protection requirements and for reviewing all plans and procedures for compliance with these requirements for inspecting and testing automatic fire protection and alarm systems and ensuring their maintenance and repair for conducting fire safety and protection inspections and for providing fire prevention recommendations Other responsibilities may include training employees in fire sa
169. e regulator or a manifold or is otherwise not in use it is extremely important that the cylinder valve be kept closed and the safety cap be kept in place the cap protects the cylinder valve do not lift cylinders by their caps Notify the Responsible Safety Officer giving details and cylinder serial number if you believe that a foreign substance may have entered the cylinder or valve Page 120 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Cylinders containing compressed gases should not be subjected to a temperature above 125 degrees F Flames sparks molten metal or slag must never come in contact with any part of a compressed gas cylinder pressure apparatus hoses etc Do not place cylinders where they might become part of an electric circuit When cylinders are used in conjunction with electric welding ensure that the cylinders cannot be accidentally grounded and burned by the electric welding arc Cylinders must not be subjected to artificially low temperatures Many ferrous metals become extremely brittle at low temperatures The loss of ductility and thermal stress at low temperature may cause a steel cylinder to rupture Never attempt to repair alter or tamper with cylinders valves or safety relief devices Working With Gases Always identify the contents of a gas cylinder before using it If a cylinder is not clearly labeled return it to the Re
170. e rope by rolling and unrolling it as if it were a roll of tape this helps prevent twisting and kinking of the rope 8 Any repairs made to ropes or sling assemblies must be tested to at lest 2 times their planned rating Testing shall be made with known weights and a written record of proof loading shall be maintained by the RSO Page 251 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 27 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response The type and character of our construction activities are such that our employees may be exposed to leaks or spills of hazardous materials typically petroleum based liquids Any applicable cleanup activities shall be in accordance with the following section Any questions regarding cleanup procedures shall be directed to the Responsible Safety Officer Stephen Ferguson Definitions Buddy system means a system of organizing employees into work groups in such a manner that each employee of the work group is designated to be observed by at least one other employee in the work group The purpose of the buddy system is to provide rapid assistance to employees in the event of an emergency Clean up operation means an operation where hazardous substances are removed contained incinerated neutralized stabilized cleared up or in any other manner processed or handled with the ultimate goal of making the site safer for peopl
171. e sustained an on the job injury or illness must provide written medical proof of their condition and ability to perform their work upon their return to work FIRST AID LOG Any injury or illness that is reported to a first aid facility or medical facility must be recorded on a First Aid Log form This includes non occupational cases and injuries or illnesses treated that involve vendors suppliers Contractors Subcontractors client personnel and any other third party First Aid Logs or any portion of a log are not for general distribution Requests for such information shall be processed by the RSO Stephen Ferguson MEDICATIONS Employees who are taking over the counter and prescription medications must report such usage to their immediate supervisor or the RSO Page 49 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan First Aid Kits First aid kits and required contents are maintained in a serviceable condition Unit type kits have all items in the first aid kit individually wrapped sealed and packaged in comparable sized packages The commercial or cabinet type kits do not require all items to be individually wrapped and sealed but only those which must be kept sterile Items such as scissors tweezers tubes of ointments with caps or rolls of adhesive tape need not be individually wrapped sealed or disposed of after a single use or application Individual pa
172. e than 18 inches unless it is designed and installed so that the cantilevered portion of the platform is able to support employees without tipping or has guardrails which block employee access to the cantilevered end 2 On scaffolds where scaffold planks are abutted to create a long Page 160 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan platform each abutted end shall rest on a separate support surface This provision does not include the use of common support members such as T sections to support abutting planks or hook on platforms designed to rest on common supports 6 On platforms where scaffolds are overlapped to create a long platform the overlap shall occur only over supports and shall not be less than 12 inches unless the platforms are nailed together or otherwise restrained to prevent movement 7 At all points on the scaffold where the platform changes direction such as turning a corner any platform that rests on a bearer at an angle other than a right angle shall be laid first and platforms which rest at right angles over the same bearer shall be laid second on top of the first platform 8 Wood platforms shall not be covered with opaque finishes except that platform edges may be covered or marked for identification Platforms may be coated periodically with wood preservatives fire retardant finishes and slip resistant finishes however
173. ead abatement to verify adequate cleanup Health Hazards Health effects from lead exposure continue to be a concern both at the workplace and in the home Since the ban on lead in gasoline lead levels detected in areas near roadways have decreased dramatically however lead based paint used in buildings and housing prior to 1980 continue to serve as significant sources of exposure Lead poisoning can result from a single high level acute exposure or through a number of smaller repetitive chronic exposures Most adults are exposed to lead through occupational sources while children and infants are exposed primarily through surface dust and soil Floors chewable surfaces and soil contaminated with lead serve as primary exposure sources for children Lead has no beneficial effect on humans Once it has been ingested into the body lead is distributed in the bloodstream to red blood cells soft tissues and bone Lead in the body is eliminated very slowly mainly by the kidneys and digestive tract Irreversible kidney damage may have already developed by the time high blood lead levels are identified and treated making avoidance to exposure and medical surveillance extremely important Acute lead poisoning symptoms usually include abdominal pain as in a gall bladder attack or appendicitis Other non specific complaints include irritability fatigue weakness and muscle pain In rare instances damage to the brain and central nervous system al
174. eat generating components such as resistors must be mounted so that heat is safely dissipated and does not affect adjacent components Isolation The enclosure must physically prevent contact with live circuits The enclosure can be constructed of conductive or non conductive material If conductive the material must be electrically interconnected and connected to a good electrical ground These connections must be adequate to carry all potential fault currents Strength Enclosures must be strong enough to contain flying debris due to component failure Temporary Enclosure Temporary enclosures less than 6 month duration not conforming to the normal requirements must be considered Class C hazards Ventilation Ventilation must be adequate to prevent overheating of equipment and to purge toxic fumes produced by a fault Visibility Enclosures large enough to be occupied by personnel must allow exterior observation of equipment and personnel working inside the enclosure Warning Indicators When systems other than conventional facilities represent Class C hazards the systems should be provided with one of the following two safety measures 1 A conspicuous visual indicator that is clearly visible from any point where a person might make hazardous contact or entry and 2 A clearly visible primary circuit breaker or OFF control button on the front of the enclosure Safety Practices Because a wide range of power supplies exist no one
175. ective equipment noise attenuating devices will be available to every employee working in areas where continuous noise levels exceed 85 dB To be effective ear protectors must be properly fitted and employees will be instructed in their use and care Fueling Where flammable liquids are used employees will be trained to deal with spillage during fueling operations how it is to be cleaned the types and designs of fueling hoses and the specific types of fuel it can handle whether fueling is being done with a nozzle that is a gravity flow system or self closing how to avoid spills and recognition that if a spill does occur the safety of restarting an engine Employees must be aware that an open flame or light near any fuel is prohibited when fueling or the transfer of fuel is occurring NO SMOKING signs will be posted conspicuously Piping Systems Page 35 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Substances that are transported through piping need to be identified by color or labeling Signs must be posted identifying the substance being transported through the pipes as to whether it is hazardous and where turn off valves connections and outlets are located All tags used for labeling will be of a durable material with distinguishable and clearly written print When non potable water is piped through a facility outlets or taps notices will be posted to
176. ects can fall shall be Page 163 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan barricaded and employees shall not be permitted to enter the hazard area or 2 A toeboard shall be erected along the edge of the platforms more than 7 5 feet above lower levels for a distance sufficient to protect employees below except on float ship scaffolds where an edging of x 112 inch wood or equivalent may be used in lieu of toeboards 3 Where tools materials or equipment are piled to a height higher than the top edge of the toeboard paneling or screening extending from the toeboard or platform to the top of the guardrail shall be erected for a distance sufficient to protect employees below or 4 A guardrail system shall be installed with openings small enough to prevent passage of potential falling objects or 5 A canopy structure debris net or catch platform strong enough to withstand the impact forces of the potential falling objects shall be erected over the employees below 3 Canopies when used for falling object protection shall comply with the following criteria 1 Capable of withstanding without failure a force of at least 50 pounds applied in any downward or horizontal direction at any point along the toeboard toeboards built in accordance with Appendix A to this subpart will be deemed to meet this requirement and 2 At least three and one half in
177. ed The weight of the wrecking ball may not exceed either 50 of the crane s rated load or 25 of the line s breaking strength whichever is less The wrecking ball shall be on a Page 224 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan locking swivel hook and be used with the shortest boom and loadline lengths possible Prior to pulling down any exterior walls all cornices or other ornamental work shall be removed to prevent free falling away from the wall as it is pulled down Care must also be taken when pulling over sections of wall to ensure that all structural steel or similar attachments have been disconnected Blasting Blasting is a very specialized field that requires a competent person to be on site and actively involved at all times For regulatory and safety reasons the following are minimum requirements that must be met when any blasting materials and associated equipment is on site All blasting shall be performed by a competent licensed person working for a fully insured and bonded blasting contractor Blasting must be approved by permit by the authority having jurisdiction local fire department When blasting must be performed in congested areas or in close proximity to a facility highway road or structure or any other installation that could be damaged the blaster shall take all of the appropriate precautions as it pertains to confinem
178. ed cleaned and maintained Periodically Tim Messer Construction Inc will survey to determine whether anyone is using a respirator who is not included within the program Program evaluation reports will be kept by the RSO Stephen Ferguson Record keeping Tim Messer Construction Inc will maintain the following records Operations requiring respiratory protection specific respiratory protection used and names of employees who wear the respirators Number and types of respirators in use These records must be maintained for 30 years A record of employee training programs Records will be maintained for five years past the date of employment of that employee Fit tests performed on employees The records will be maintained for 30 years Records on respirator inspection and maintenance activities These records will be maintained for five years The Examining Physician will maintain medical records according to State law Tim Messer Construction Inc will maintain asbestos exposure measurements for thirty years Monitoring records will include the following information Date of any measurements operations involving exposure sample and analytic measure number duration and results and type of respiratory protection worn Page 149 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Records shall include the name social security number and exposure of employ
179. ed area with antibacterial viral solution for 10 minutes before being removed Note Gloves and eye protection should be worn when handling spills of body fluids 7 Medical Wastes those soiled with covered human body fluids will be treated following the Medical Wastes Treatment and Disposal Procedures before being discarded as ordinary wastes 8 Any suspected exposure to HIV HAV HBV by human body fluid contact via broken skin human bites needle sticks etc should be reported to your Supervisor immediately Page 271 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan TIM MESSER Safety Policy Statement It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc that accident prevention shall be considered of primary importance in all phases of operation and administration It is the intention of Tim Messer Construction Inc s management to provide safe and healthy working conditions and to establish and insist upon safe practices at all times by all employees The prevention of accidents is an objective affecting all levels of our company and its operations It is therefore a basic requirement that each supervisor make the safety of all employees an integral part of his or her regular management function It is equally the duty of each employee to accept and follow established safety regulations and procedures Every effort will be made to provide adequate traini
180. ed or whenever the extensions have been overloaded magnetic particle inspection must be performed Page 136 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 12 Hearing Conservation Program Introduction This chapter contains information on the effects evaluation and control of noise For assistance in evaluating a noise problem contact the Responsible Safety Officer Danger of Noise Exposing the ear to high levels of noise may cause hearing loss This loss can be temporary or permanent Temporary hearing loss or auditory fatigue occurs after a few minutes exposure to an intense noise but is recoverable following a period of time away from the noise If the noise exposure is repeated there may be only a partial hearing recovery and the loss becomes permanent Typically significant hearing losses occur first in the frequency range of 3 000 to 6 000 hertz Hz Losses in this frequency range are not critical to speech perception and the individual usually is completely unaware of this initial symptom With longer exposures the hearing loss spreads to lower frequencies which will affect soeech perception Workers Compensation laws regard hearing losses in the speech frequency range of 500 to 3 000 Hz as being compensable The evaluation of hearing loss due to noise is complicated by the fact that hearing acuity normally decreases with increasing age Furt
181. ed when necessary with the foundation and the form Eccentric loads on shore heads and similar members shall be prohibited unless these members have been designed for such loading Whenever single post shores are used one on top of another tiered the employer shall comply with the following specific requirements in addition to the general requirements for formwork Page 182 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The design of the shoring shall be prepared by a qualified designer and the erected shoring shall be inspected by an engineer qualified in structural design Reinforcing steel Rebar is a common impalement hazard When Tim Messer Construction Inc installs the rebar we will protect any exposed ends from possible impalement by ourselves or any other workers Where others have installed rebar and have not protected any exposed ends we shall avoid working in those areas until the rebar ends have been protected Reinforcing steel for walls piers columns and similar vertical structures shall be adequately supported to prevent overturning and to prevent collapse We also need to take measures to prevent unrolled wire mesh from recoiling Such measures may include but are not limited to securing each end of the roll or turning over the roll Removal of formwork Forms and shores except those used for slabs on grade and slip forms shall not be
182. ee of fuel paths which can spread a fire once started Keeping combustibles away from accidental ignition sources such as hot plates soldering irons or other heat or spark producing devices Keeping all rubbish trash or other waste in metal or metal lined receptacles with tight fitting covers when in or adjacent to buildings Exception wastebaskets of metal or of other material and design approved for such use which are emptied each day need not be covered Using safe ash trays for disposal of smoking materials and making sure that the contents are extinguished and cold to the touch before emptying them into a safe receptacle Planning the use of combustibles in any operation so that excessive amounts need not be stored Storing paper stock in metal cabinets and rags in metal bins with automatically closing lids Making frequent inspections and checks for noncompliance with these rules in order to catch fires in the potential stage Class B Combustibles Class B combustibles are flammable and combustible liquids including oils greases tars oil base paints lacquers and flammable gases Flammable aerosols spray cans are treated here Cryogenic and pressurized flammable gases are treated elsewhere in this manual The use of water to extinguish Class B fires by other than trained firefighters can cause the burning liquid to spread carrying the fire with it Flammable liquid fires are usually best extinguished by excludin
183. ees whose exposures are represented Page 150 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 15 Employee Environmental Protection Protective Clothing Workers in the normal course of their duties are required to perform work in adverse weather conditions Precautions and continuing measure shall be taken by each worker to minimize health risks and discomfort from working in these conditions Hot Weather Employees who work in outdoor places of employment or on job tasks in other areas at those times when the environmental risk factors for heat illness are present are at risk for developing heat illnesses if they do not protect themselves appropriately The objective of this program is employee awareness regarding heat illness symptoms ways to prevent illness and what to do if symptoms occur POLICY It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc that any employee participating in job tasks when environmental risk factors for heat illness are present will comply with the procedures in this document PURPOSE To ensure that all employees of Tim Messer Construction Inc are protected from heat illness while working on job tasks where environmental risk factors for heat illness are present and to establish the minimum requirements for working in this environment DEFINITIONS The term acclimatization means temporary adaptation of the body to wo
184. efresher training may be required HOISTING PERSONNEL Except for steel erection use of a crane to hoist personnel is only allowed when other means are more hazardous or not possible due to structural design or worksite conditions The equipment must be set up properly The total load must not exceed 50 percent of capacity When stationary all brakes must be engaged Equipment must have properly functioning devices that is boom angle indicators hoist limiting devices anti two block devices and controlled load lowering devices Equipment must not be operated if these devices are not working A personnel platform cannot be directly attached to a luffing jib The personnel platform system must be designed by a qualified person The personnel platform must be kept within ten degrees of level and designed to minimize tipping The platform must support its own weight and five times the maximum load and meet other structural requirements e g guardrails welds grab rails access gates doors headroom and overhead protection Its rated capacity must be conspicuously posted Trial lifts must be made to each planned location before each shift after equipment is moved and if the lift route is changed A competent person must determine if the trial lift is done safely and conduct an inspection before and after the trial and proof lifts Any deficiencies found during the trial must be corrected before personnel are hoisted A proof test must be done
185. elected to fill the safety sensitive position g Additional Testing Additional testing may also be conducted as required by applicable state or federal laws or regulations or as deemed necessary by Tim Messer Construction Inc 4 Disciplinary Action Page 282 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan a Any employee using selling purchasing possessing distributing or dispensing drugs on duty or on Tim Messer Construction Inc property reporting to work or working under the influence of drugs or having a positive drug test result except first time violations found through Random Testing will be subject to dismissal b In the case of a first time violation of Tim Messer Construction Inc s policy based on Random Testing only an employee may be offered an opportunity to enter into an approved and supervised rehabilitation program as an alternative to dismissal c Any employee who refuses to submit to a drug test will be dismissed from employment or otherwise disciplined by Tim Messer Construction Inc d An employee injured while at work who refuses to submit to a drug test or has a positive confirmation test may be dismissed from employment or otherwise disciplined by Tim Messer Construction Inc and may forfeit his eligibility for all Tim Messer Construction Inc workers compensation medical and indemnity benefits e Failure to consent to
186. els shall be responsible for continuous efforts directed toward the prevention of accidents Employees are responsible for performing their jobs in a safe manner The observance of safe and clean work practices coupled with ongoing compliance of all established safety standards and codes will reduce accidents and make our company a better place to work Substance Abuse Program and Policy Page 13 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc to have a drug free workplace All employees are expected to report to work in a drug free physical and mental condition that will allow them to perform their work in a safe and competent manner Employees who voluntarily or through testing prove to have a substance abuse problem may be referred to a community substance abuse program to seek help Prohibited Illegal Substances The type of illegal substances prohibited includes but is not limited to the following Illegal and unauthorized drugs including any amounts in the urine or bloodstream Unauthorized alcoholic beverages Drug related paraphernalia Unauthorized weapons firearms or explosive devices including those found in vehicles Stolen property including proprietary information Abuse of prescription or legally controlled substances care cs On Detection As part of our substance abuse program
187. ement prior to installation 7 No modification that affects the strength of a steel joist or steel joist girder shall be made without the approval of the project structural engineer of record 8 Field bolted joists i ii Page 233 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO 9 Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Steel joists and steel joist girders shall not be used as anchorage points for a fall arrest system unless written approval to do so is obtained from a qualified person 10 A bridging terminus point shall be established before bridging is installed See Appendix C to this subpart b Attachment of steel joists and steel joist girders 1 2 3 4 c Erection of steel joists 1 2 3 4 5 d Erection bridging 1 2 3 Where the span of the steel joist is equal to or grater than the span shown in Tables A and B the following shall apply i ii iii Where the span of the steel joist is over 60 feet 18 3 m through 100 feet 30 5 m the following shall apply i ii iii iv Where the span of the steel joist is over 100 0 5m through 144 43 9m the following shall apply i ii iii For steel members spanning over 144 43 9 the erection methods used shall be in accordance with 1926 756 Where any steel joist specified in paragraphs c 2 and d 1 d 2 and d 3 of this section is a bottom chord bearing joist a row of bolted di
188. ency The attendant must order an evacuation of the confined space if a hazardous condition develops or when the workers inside the confined space appear to be in danger M When applicable wristlets life line or full body harnesses will be provided for each person in the confined space In some cases it will not be possible to use these rescue features based on the shape size or contents of the particular confined space N A mechanical winch and tripod approved for rescue must be provided for top entry permit required confined spaces The equipment shall be inspected upon set up The attendant outside the confined space must be trained in the use of this equipment In some cases the winch and tripod cannot be used if they create a hazard O A portable radio or other device must be used to maintain communication between the attendant and the entrant s P The number of employees allowed to enter a permit required confined space must be kept to a minimum The supervisor on site or a designated authorized person must complete the entry permit and make sure all entrants have signed before entry The supervisor will cancel the permit at the completion of the job or when conditions substantially change within the confined space such that the permit is no longer valid RESCUE PROCEDURES A If an employee is injured or becomes unconscious in a permit required confined space the employee must be retrieved using the rescue tripod and wi
189. ent delaying initiation loading of each blast with approved mats or other acceptable best management practices to control the throw of fragments for the protection of the employees or other persons or property within the area Delivery and issuance of explosives shall be made to and from authorized qualified personnel and placed into approved containers or magazines The use of black powder is prohibited Unless otherwise permitted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction blasting shall only be conducted between sun up and sun down Only authorized competent qualified person s shall handle blasting equipment materials and explosives Precautions shall be taken to prevent accidental discharge of electric blasting caps from current induced by cell phones dust storms errant power lightning radar and radio transmissions or other sources of electricity The use of ignition sources not related to actual blasting shall be prohibited Fires firearms flames heat producing equipment matches open flames and smoking within 50 is strictly forbidden No person under the influence of alcohol drugs medication or other substances that produce drowsiness shall not be permitted to work with blasting equipment and explosives All blasting materials and explosives shall be kept in approved containers and or Class Il magazines as required All explosives and blasting agents shall be accounted for at all times with appropriate documentat
190. ent during maintenance repairing cleaning servicing or adjusting of prime movers machinery or equipment DEFINITIONS LOCKOUT The practice of using keyed or combination security devices locks to prevent the unwanted activation of steam gas chemical kinetic mechanical or electrical equipment TAGOUT The practice of using tags in conjunction with locks to increase the visibility and awareness that equipment is not to be energized or activated until such devices are removed Tagout devices will be of the non reusable type attachable by hand self locking and non releasable with a minimum unlocking strength of no less than 50 pounds TRYOUT The practice of attempting to set machinery into motion by starting switching pushing moving or otherwise engaging power sources for such equipment There is typically Page 90 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan local rules which may only allow authorized persons to make such attempts Check first before trying out any equipment yourself ACTIVATION ENERGIZATION To set machinery into motion by starting switching pushing moving or otherwise engaging power sources for such equipment To provide a flow of electricity or complete a circuit that is the main power source for the machinery equipment 3 5 HAZARDOUS MOTION Motion of equipment under mechanical stress or gravity that may abruptly
191. er Construction Inc must Page 237 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan determine if it could come within 20 feet of a power line If it is determined that any part of the equipment load line or load could get closer than 20 feet to a power line then at least one of the following measures must be taken 1 Ensure the power lines have been de energized and visibly grounded 2 Ensure no part of the equipment load line or load gets closer than 20 feet to the power line 3 Determine the line s voltage and minimum approach distance permitted in Table A If the line is not de energized Tim Messer Construction Inc must e conduct a meeting with the assembly disassembly crew to review measures to prevent encroachment e use only nonconductive tag lines such as polypropylene and e use either a dedicated spotter a proximity alarm a range control warning device an automatic limit device or an elevated warning line barrier in view of the operator Cranes cannot be assembled disassembled below an energized power line or within the minimum distances referenced in Table A of a power line If Table A is used the owner utility must provide the voltage to Tim Messer Construction Inc within two days of a request Power lines must be assumed to be energized until they are confirmed to be de energized and visibly grounded Warnings about electrocution hazards
192. er making adjustments or repairs 2 Do not remove alter or bypass any safety guards or devices when operating mechanical equipment such as mechanical power presses metal working lathes cutting notching riveting or bending and forming machinery Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry in the machine shop Long hair must be contained under a hat or hair net regardless of gender Read and obey safety warnings posted on or near any machinery Do not try to stop a workpiece as it goes through any machine If the machine becomes jammed disconnect the power before clearing the jam Oy Or a Mechanical guarding must encompass both the power transmission parts of all mechanical equipment and the points of operation on production machines Guards must be provided where rotational motion nip points and cutting shearing punching and forming mechanisms can cause injury to personnel or damage to tools and equipment Mechanical guards must be designed or otherwise procured to meet the following specifications The guard must provide positive protection equal to that specified in ANSI B15 1 The guard must be considered a permanent part of the machine or equipment capable of being easily or quickly removed or replaced The guard must not interfere with efficient operation or maintenance of the machine or give discomfort to the operator The guard must not weaken the machine structure The guard must be designed for a specific job a
193. er the risk that large quantities of lead are being gradually stored in your organs and tissues body burden The greater your overall body burden the greater the chances of substantial permanent damage Page 213 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The best way to prevent all forms of lead related impairments and diseases both short term and long term is to maintain your PbB below 40 ug 100g The provisions of the standard are designed with this end in mind Your employer has prime responsibility to assure that the provisions of the standard are complied with both by the company and by individual workers You as a worker however also have a responsibility to assist your employer in complying with the standard You can play a key role in protecting your own health by learning about the lead hazards and their control learning what the standard requires following the standard where it governs your own actions and seeing that your employer complies with provisions governing his actions 4 Reporting signs and symptoms of health problems You should immediately notify your employer if you develop signs or symptoms associated with lead poisoning or if you desire medical advice concerning the effects of current or past exposure to lead on your ability to have a healthy child You should also notify your employer if you have difficulty breathing during a respirato
194. erials such as asbestos are being handled the necessary precautions must be taken to protect the employee from the material The material must be labeled along with signs conspicuously posted that these materials are being used in the area Employees should be aware of effective methods used to prevent emission of airborne asbestos fibers silica dust and other similar hazardous materials Some of the recommended methods of controlling the emission of these materials are by using water and vacuuming rather than blowing and sweeping the materials Machinery such as grinders saws and other tools that produce a fine airborne dust must be vented to an industrial collector or central exhaust system In any ventilation system the system should be designed and operated at an airflow and volume Page 30 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan necessary for proper application and effectiveness In the design of the ventilation system the ducts and belts must be free of obstructions and slippage As with all operations there must be written standards on the procedures for the equipment description of the job task usage of the protective equipment provided such as the selection and use of respirators and when they are needed Any water that is provided to an employee throughout the facility should be clearly identified as to whether it is for drinking washing or cooki
195. ermit prompt evacuation of the occupants and allow necessary access for responding emergency personnel The intent of the Code is to keep exits free from obstructions and clear of combustible materials Attention to housekeeping therefore is very important Temporary storage of furniture equipment supplies or Page 112 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan anything else is not permitted in exit ways Combustibles including recyclable waste paper are not permitted in exit ways Metal lockers with ends and tops ferried to the walls and that do not interfere with minimum exit width requirements may be installed in exit corridors when approved by the Fire Department and the Responsible Safety Officer The following requirements must be met for storage locker cabinets Cabinets will be permitted on one side of the corridor only Cabinets must end at least 6 ft from the corridor exit door Cabinet ends must be at least 12 in from the edge of the doorway on the latch side and from the edge of the door leaf when fully opened into the corridor The cabinets must not be more than 20 in deep by 37 in wide by 72 3 4 in high The cabinets must be all metal construction with positive latches to prevent spillage of contents in the event of an earthquake All doors must return automatically to the closed position when not held open manually A 45 degree an
196. ervices St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Permit Required Confined Space A permit required confined space has one or more of the following characteristics 1 Contains or has a potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere 2 Contains a material that has the potential for engulfing an entrant 3 Has an internal configuration such that an entrant could be trapped or asphyxiated by inwardly converging walls or by a floor which slopes downward and tapers to a smaller cross section or 4 Contains any other recognized serious safety or health hazard Permit System The permit system is the employer s written procedure for preparing and issuing permits for entry and for returning the permit space to service following termination of entry Purging The method by which gases vapors or other airborne impurities are displaced from a confined space Retrieval system The retrieval system including a retrieval line full body harness wristlets if appropriate and a lifting device or anchor used for non entry rescue of persons from permit spaces Threshold Limit Value TLV An occupational exposure guide published by the American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienist ACGIH extensively used to judge acceptable exposure levels to hazardous substances GENERAL SAFETY HAZARDS 1 Mechanical If the activation of any electrical or mechanical equipment could cause injury to person
197. es All hoist chains or ropes must be of sufficient length to handle the full range of movement for the application while maintaining two full wraps on the drum at all times All nip points or contact points between hoist ropes and sheaves which are permanently located within 7 feet of the floor ground or working platform must be guarded It is prohibited to use chains or rope slings that are kinked or twisted The operator should avoid carrying loads over people Only employees who have been trained in the proper use of hoists are allowed to operate them Industrial Trucks Forklifts Only trained personnel should be allowed to operate industrial trucks Lift Truck Operating rules must be posted and will be strictly enforced When operating any industrial truck substantial overhead protective equipment will be provided on high lift rider equipment Directional lighting is also provided on each industrial truck that operates in an area with less than 2 foot candles per square foot of general lighting Each industrial truck must have a warning horn whistle gong or other device which can be clearly heard above the normal noise in the area where operated Before using a forklift check that the brakes on each industrial truck are capable of bringing the vehicle to a complete and safe stop when fully loaded The parking brake must effectively prevent the vehicle from moving when unattended When motorized hand and hand rider trucks are operate
198. es placed and arranged so that employees can safely mount or dismount Safety measures to ensure passenger safety should be observed When cutting tools with sharp edges are carried in the passenger compartment they must be placed in closed boxes or secured containers Carrying flares and two reflective type flares and a fire extinguisher must be part of the standard emergency equipment carried in the vehicle at all times Ventilation In the operation of any facility ventilation system there needs to be a design to integrate several systems of control which will expel contaminates and provide clean air Page 37 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The systems must take into consideration the volume and velocity that will be needed to successfully remove contaminates The system must not fail in the case of an emergency situation where two contaminates are exposed to each other when a fire or explosion occurs In the design of the system clean out ports or doors that are provided at intervals will not exceed 12 feet in all horizontal runs of exhaust ducts The system must be operational so that it will not offset the functions of other operations Ergonomics With the introduction of computers into the workplace new areas of physical debilitation have been recognized These new potential hazards have required a redesigning of both the workplace and ho
199. es all non hazardous solid wastes resulting from construction remodeling alterations repair demolition and landclearing Includes material that is recycled reused salvaged or disposed as garbage Salvage Recovery of materials for on site reuse or donation to a third party Reuse Making use of a material without altering its form Materials can be reused on site or reused on other projects off site Examples include but are not limited to the following Grinding of concrete for use as subbase material Chipping of landclearing debris for use as mulch Recycling The process of sorting cleaning treating and reconstituting materials for the purpose of using the material in the manufacture of a new product Source Separated CDL Recycling The process of separating recyclable materials in separate containers as they are generated on the job site The separated materials are hauled directly to a recycling facility or transfer station Co mingled CDL Recycling The process of collecting mixed recyclable materials in one container on site The container is taken to a material recovery facility where materials are separated for recycling Approved Recycling Facility Any of the following A facility that can legally accept CDL waste materials for the purpose of processing the materials into an altered form for the manufacture of a new product Material Recovery Facility A general term used to describe a waste sorting facility Mechanical hand
200. es of Confined Spaces 1 Those of such design that restrict the movement of air in such a manner that Page 62 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan ventilation may be inadequate 2 Enclosed areas with very limited openings for entry and exit Examples of open topped confined spaces are pits degreasers and certain storage tanks Gases that are heavier than air Such as butane and propane can remain in low places of these type spaces where they are difficult to remove Other hazards may also develop due to the nature of the work being involved or by a residue remaining in the space 3 Confined spaces may contain an engulfment or entrapment hazard See the definition section of this document for a more detailed explanation of these terms Confined spaces such as trenches sewers tanks or silos usually have limited access and are considered the most hazardous Gases such as carbon dioxide and propane that are heavier than air may lie in recessed areas for hours or even days Because many of these gases are odorless the hazard may be overlooked with fatal results At the opposite end gases which are lighter than air may be trapped at the top of a space where access is from the bottom HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERES Flammable Atmosphere A flammable atmosphere generally arises from an enriched oxygen atmosphere vaporization of a flammable liquid chemical react
201. esentative Safety representatives are responsible for coordinating the accident investigation process coordinating root cause analysis meetings and ensuring accident investigation reports are submitted properly and ina timely manner Director of Safety The Director of Safety Stephen Ferguson is responsible for the administration of the incident reporting and investigation process distribution of Page 9 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan corporate reports and maintaining the incident database Management Personnel Management personnel are responsible for ensuring all incidents are reported and investigated in accordance with company requirements Reporting and Investigation Requirements Project Reporting Procedures All locations are required to have a written reporting process that is communicated to all employees The reporting process shall include client requirements Reporting All Incidents All incidents shall be verbally reported upon their occurrence to the following Site or location Manager or Senior Management Representative Client in accordance with requirements Site Safety Representative Operations person responsible for the work Responsible supervisor Corporate Workers Compensation Administrator Others as directed Oy Ol ae Doe All incidents shall be documented on the Incident and Investigation Report and submitte
202. etains contractor or sub contractor services for work in hazardous waste operations shall inform those contractors sub contractors or their representatives of the site emergency response procedures and any potential fire explosion health safety or other hazards of the hazardous waste operation that have been identified by the employer s information program Program Availability The written safety and health program shall be made available to any contractor or subcontractor or their representative who will be involved with the hazardous waste operation to employees to employee designated representatives to OSHA personnel and to personnel of other Federal state or local agencies with regulatory authority over the site Organizational structure Part of the Site Program The organizational structure part of the program shall establish the specific chain of command and specify the overall responsibilities of supervisors and employees It shall include at a minimum the following elements A A general supervisor who has the responsibility and authority to direct all hazardous waste operations B A site safety and health supervisor who has the responsibility and authority to develop and implement the site safety and health plan and verify compliance C All other personnel needed for hazardous waste site operations and emergency response and their general functions and responsibilities The lines of Authority Responsibility and Communic
203. eter should be worn by an employee in the confined space G Pre entry retesting for air contaminants in the confined space atmosphere must be made after every work break H If a hazardous atmosphere is detected while individuals are in the space each employee shall leave the space immediately If an attendant outside the confined space orders an evacuation or if the gas meter signals an alarm all employees must immediately evacuate the confined space The space shall not be re entered until the source of the problem has been identified and corrected J The completed confined space entry permit or check list must be kept in the department files K Upon completion of a work shift the gas meter must be returned to its charger If the next shift will continue the work a gas meter with a fully charged battery must be obtained If the gas meter is damaged or malfunctioning tag the unit as being out of service Repairs and recalibration must be performed before re use L An attendant must be stationed outside the confined space to maintain Page 75 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan voice and or visual contact with entrants and to recognize the early symptoms of danger in the space The attendant must be fully familiar with rescue procedures and be able to recognize hazardous conditions The attendant must not enter the confined space in an emerg
204. f instruction off the site and the minimum of one day actual field experience under the direct supervision of a trained experienced supervisor Workers with 24 hours of training who are covered and who become general site workers or who are required to wear respirators shall have the additional 16 hours and two days of training necessary to total the training specified Management and Supervisor Training On site management and supervisors directly responsible for or who supervise employees engaged in hazardous waste operations shall receive 40 hours initial and three days of supervised field experience and at least eight additional hours of specialized training at the time of job assignment on such topics as but no limited to the employer s safety and health program personal protective equipment program spill containment program and health hazard monitoring procedure and techniques Qualifications for Trainers Trainers shall be qualified to instruct employees about the subject matter that is being presented in training Such trainers shall have satisfactorily completed a training Page 260 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan program for teaching the subjects they are expected to teach or they shall have the academic credentials and instructional experience necessary for teaching the subjects Instructors shall demonstrate competent instructional skills a
205. f our SSSP Program Evaluating the safety performances of all workers Recognizing employees who perform safe and healthful practices Providing training to workers whose safety performance is deficient Disciplining workers for failure to comply with safe and healthful practices Page 276 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 9 WRITTEN PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINARY PROGRAM Non compliance with Site Specific Safety Plan will result in disciplinary action provided for in the corporate discipline program 10 HAZARD CORRECTION Unsafe or unhealthy work conditions practices or procedures shall be corrected ina timely manner based on the severity of the hazards Hazards shall be corrected according to the following procedures When observed or discovered When an imminent hazard exists which cannot be immediately abated without endangering employee s and or property we will remove all exposed workers form the area except those necessary to correct the existing condition Workers necessary to correct the hazardous condition shall be provided with the necessary protection and All such actions taken and dates they are completed shall be documented on the appropriate forms 11 INSTRUCTION Workplace safety and health practices for all locations include but are not limited to the following Explanation of the SSSP Program Contractor s Client
206. f the accident may not be known for several days after all the data are analyzed However if an obvious cause suggests itself include your conclusions as a hypothesis at the time you give your information to the person in charge of the investigation 3 What should be done Once a report determines the cause of the accident it should suggest a method for avoiding future accidents of a similar character This is a decision by the Responsible Safety Officer and the supervisor on the project as well as top management Once a solution has been adopted it is everyone s responsibility to implement it 4 What has been done A follow up report will be issued after a reasonable amount of time to determine if the suggested solution was implemented and if so whether the likelinood of accident has been reduced Records Tim Messer Construction Inc maintains records of employee training hazard identification and abatement and accident investigation CAL OSHA Records Required Copies of required accident investigations and certification of employee safety training shall be maintained by the Responsible Safety Officer A written report will be maintained on each accident injury or on the job illness requiring medical treatment A record of each such injury or illness is recorded on CAL OSHA Log and Summary of Occupational Injuries Form 300 according to its instructions Supplemental records of each injury are maintained on CAL OSHA Form 301 or
207. fety equipment practices and procedures All these fire protection and response functions are performed in conformance with CAL OSHA regulations State law Tim Messer Construction Inc policies and Page 100 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan nationally recognized standards and guidelines for fire and life safety The Fire Chief and the Fire Marshall have the authority to enforce applicable requirements of the Uniform Building Code the Uniform Fire Code National Fire Protection Association Codes including the Life Safety Code Standards and Recommended Practices and the fire protection provisions of CAL OSHA Orders All employees must immediately report fires smoke or potential fire hazards to the Supervisor Responsible Safety Officer and or Fire Department dial 911 All employees must conduct their operations in such a way as to minimize the possibility of fire This means applying rules such as keeping combustibles separated from ignition sources being careful about smoking and avoiding needless accumulations of combustible materials Supervisors are responsible for keeping their operating areas safe from fire The Responsible Safety Officer and the Fire Department will provide guidance and construction criteria with respect to fire and life safety as well as inspections The provision and maintenance of fire detection systems and both auto
208. ficiencies shall be provided to the RSO as soon as possible for corrective action If no problems have been identified by the user operator a copy of the inspection form does not have to be forwarded Fall Protection for Aerial Lifts or Buckets The use of fall protection shall be required when the user operator enters the bucket truck and begins to elevate regardless of height The minimum level of fall protection for the bucket truck is a full body harness and lanyard The fall protection device must be properly fastened and comfortably snug Safety Belts are not permitted Additional fall protection and safety requirements include Personnel shall not place any item into the bucket for the purpose of increasing work height the use of ladders step stools and similar items is improper When using the articulating aerial boom on a permitted incline the bucket shall be located on the upgrade side in a stable position If the user operator is working with their hands above their head or there is a potential for something to fall from above the use of head protection hard hats is required In other situations hardhats may still be required as determined by company policy and or the RSO If the user operator is working in an area where persons shall pass beneath or in close proximity to the truck then the user operator shall adequately guard or restrict the area to prevent personal injury in the following ways Caution t
209. for identifying IDLH conditions Once the hazards of the site have been identified the appropriate PPE shall be selected and used Monitoring The following monitoring shall be conducted during initial site entry when the site evaluation produces information which shows the potential for ionizing radiation or IDLH conditions or when the site information is not sufficient reasonably to eliminate these possible conditions i Monitoring with direct reading instruments for hazardous levels of ionizing radiation ii Monitoring the air with appropriate direct reading test equipment for i e combustible gas meters detector tubes for IDLH and other conditions that may cause death or serious harm combustible or explosive atmospheres oxygen deficiency toxic substances iii Visually observing for signs of actual or potential IDLH or other dangerous conditions iv An ongoing air monitoring program in accordance with paragraph h of this section shall be implemented after site characterization has determined the site is safe for the start up of operations Risk Identification Once the presence and concentrations of specific hazardous substances and health hazards have been established the risks associated with these substances shall be identified Employees who will be working on the site shall be informed of any risks that have been identified In situations covered by the Hazard Communication Standard 29 Page 258 Copyright Sunshine S
210. formed in locations where a serious fire might develop All combustible floors must be kept wet covered by damp sand or protected by fire resistant shields When floors are wet down personnel should be protected from possible electrical shock When welding is done on metal walls precautions must be taken to protect combustibles on the other side Before hot work is begun used drums barrels tanks and other containers must be so thoroughly cleaned that no substances remain that could explode ignite or produce toxic vapors It is required that eye protection helmets Page 25 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan hand shields and goggles meet appropriate standards Employees exposed to the hazards created by welding cutting or brazing operations must be protected with personal protective equipment and clothing Check for adequate ventilation where welding or cutting is performed When working in confined spaces environmental monitoring tests should be taken and means provided for quick removal of welders in case of emergency Compressors and Compressed Air All compressors must be equipped with pressure relief valves and pressure gauges All compressor air intakes must be installed and equipped to ensure that only clean uncontaminated air enters the compressor Every air receiver must be provided with a drain pipe and valve at the lowest point for the rem
211. g legend Warning Lead Work Area Poison No Smoking or Eating e Personal protective equipment PPE must be used and at a minimum should include a 1 2 face respirator with HEPA cartridges disposable clothing and gloves f HEPA vacuums disposable towels and wash up facilities must be available to employees at the work site Clean up materials should be kept away from the immediate work area but must be close enough to allow quick clean up of employees and equipment All reusable equipment HEPA vacuums scrapers screw drivers etc must be properly cleaned at the end of each day s work and before leaving the job site g When preparation activities are completed working surfaces and the immediate work area should be wet wiped using disposable towels and a detergent solution All used towels must be gathered and disposed of as contaminated waste Surface polyethylene will then be HEPA vacuumed wet wiped and then rolled inwards and disposed of as general waste h At break periods or when finished workers must immediately proceed to assigned clean up areas to decontaminate The decontamination areas must be within the barricaded areas and must have polyethylene drop cloths or plastic tarpaulins as a floor Upon completion of clean up discarded PPE will be gathered into 4 6 mil plastic bags or into drums for proper disposal Waste PPE should be kept separate from paint chips dust and debris to allow appropriate disposal see the wa
212. g the air around the burning liquid Generally this is accomplished by using one of several approved types of fire extinguishing agents Page 102 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan such as the following Carbon dioxide ABC multipurpose dry chemical Halon 1301 used in built in total flood systems Halon 1211 used in portable extinguishers Fires involving flammable gases are usually controlled by eliminating the source of fuel i e closing a valve Technically flammable and combustible liquids do not burn However under appropriate conditions they generate sufficient quantities of vapors to form ignitable vapor air mixtures As a general rule the lower the flash point of a liquid the greater the fire and explosion hazard It should be noted that many flammable and combustible liquids also pose health hazards NOTE The flash point of a liquid is the minimum temperature at which it gives off sufficient vapor to form an ignitable mixture with the air near the surface of the liquid or within the vessel used It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that all Class B combustibles are properly identified labeled handled and stored If assistance is required contact the Responsible Safety Officer Safe handling of Class B combustibles means Using only approved containers tanks equipment and apparatus for the storage handling and use of
213. ge resulting in the distortion of the wire rope structure d Evidence of heating or electric arc damage e End attachments that are cracked deformed or worn to the point where the rated capacity is reduced f Corrosion that is of such severity or extent as to reduce the rated load capacity or the rope end attachment 9 Do not make temporary repairs on a sling turn it over to your superintendent for repair or destruction 10 When guy lines or load lines are unrigged or taken down they should be inspected Defective or damaged rope or cable should be destroyed to prevent further use 11 Lines for hoists or cranes should be long enough that at least two full wraps will be left on the drum at any point in their operation 12 Guy lines should be flagged at all locations where they cross paths used by foot or vehicle traffic Page 249 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 13 Before you make the first pick with a particular rigging be sure to have your superintendent inspect all parts of the rigging Ropes 1 Turn in old worn or damaged rope to your superintendent for replacement or removal from service Damaged rope should be cut into short lengths to keep it from being used again 2 On wire rope use the number of clamps specified in the following table Rope Diameter Number of Rope Diameter Numbe
214. gen deficient combustible or toxic Prevention of injuries to the life and health of workers requires that they be properly trained and well equipped to recognize understand and control the hazards they could encounter In the process of identifying a confined space the supervisor in charge should always assume that a hazard is present RESPONSIBILITIES Employees Who Enter Confined Spaces 1 Appoint an individual s to serve as authorized individual s to perform the required monitoring and to issue entry permits 2 Assure that the authorized individual s receive all the necessary training to effectively discharge their duties 3 Assure that all individuals who enter confined spaces receive the required training 4 Assure that all necessary equipment and supplies to effectively protect the health and safety of the workers are provided and maintained in a good state of repair 5 Develop departmental policies that will assure that all confined space entries are performed in compliance with this written program and all applicable regulations 6 Develop departmental policies that will assure that all required records are maintained Page 61 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 7 Department heads or designated agents shall be responsible for ensuring that the confined spaces under their control have been posted Responsible Safety Officer
215. ght Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan maximum axle load of the largest vehicle expected to cross over the cover shall be used In office buildings fire resistive construction requires that the doors and hallway closures be properly rated and be equipped with self closing features Be sure that there are at least two fire emergency exits accessible from your location at all times Work Area General Fire extinguishers must remain accessible at all times Means of egress should be kept unblocked well lighted and unlocked during work hours Excessive combustibles may be not stored in work areas Aisles and hallways must be kept clear at all times Designated employees have been trained to respond to a fire or other emergency Workplaces are to be kept free of debris floor storage and electrical cords Adequate aisle space is to be maintained File cabinet drawers should be opened one at a time and closed when work is finished Proper lifting techniques are to be used by employees to avoid over exertion and strain when carrying loads No alcohol or any intoxicating substance may be consumed prior to or during work Driving Drive safely If vehicles are used during the work day seat belts and shoulder harnesses are to be worn at all times Vehicles must be locked when unattended to avoid criminal misconduct Do not exceed the speed limit Vehicles must be parked
216. ginning of each work shift and at any time there occurs a hazard increasing event Excavations less than five 5 feet in depth may require some form of personnel protection depending on site conditions The Competent Person shall make this determination and any excavation determined to be in unstable soil that could collapse shall employ protective measures However all other excavations that are five 5 or more feet in depth must have some form of personnel protection This protection shall be by the employment of sloping or benching the excavation walls by shoring the excavation walls or by means of a trench shield box to protect the workers Excavations in stable rock do not require protection Care must be taken however to classify the soil type when employing sloping benching or shoring methods CAL OSHA has four 4 classifications of soil types that will be followed by Tim Page 187 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Messer Construction Inc that is shown in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P however the following is a guideline of our company policy The following are the CAL OSHA classifications of soil type with a brief explanation of each type Stable Rock is the most stable soil type which may be excavated with vertical walls However this rock must be free of defects such as cracks fissures seeping water or other defects Rock with thes
217. gle fairing must be provided from the wall to the corridor corner of the cabinet Fairing must be provided at both ends of cabinet or bank of cabinets A 45 degree angle fairing must be provided at the top of the cabinets from the outside corridor edge of cabinet to the wall All cabinets must be anchored to the wall firmly enough to withstand 0 5g of lateral acceleration or a lateral load equal to 1 2 the total dead weight of the cabinet and its contents in the event of an earthquake Liquids and chemicals are not to be stored in corridor lockers All cabinets must be kept locked with one key being retained by the Building Manager All cabinets must be labeled with the contents and the name address and telephone number of the assigned user Any deviation from the above requirements must be approved by Responsible Safety Page 113 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Officer No Smoking Smoking is forbidden in certain areas for fire safety reasons Such areas include the following Where flammable gases or liquids are stored handled or used Where significant quantities of combustible materials such as paper wood cardboard or plastics are stored handled or used Where liquid or gaseous oxygen is stored handled or used Within 20 ft of a smoke detector In tape and record storage vaults and computer equipment areas Areas that
218. gram into action Training is required for both supervision and employees alike The content of each training session will vary but each session will attempt to teach the following a The success of Tim Messer Construction Inc s injury and illness prevention program depends on the actions of individual employees as well as a commitment by the Company b Each employee s immediate supervisor will review the safe work procedures unique to that employee s job and how these safe work procedures protect against risk and danger c Each employee will learn when personal protective equipment is required or necessary and how to use and maintain the equipment in good condition d Each employee will learn what to do in case of emergencies occurring in the workplace Supervisors are also vested with special duties concerning the safety of employees The supervisors are key figures in the establishment and success of Tim Messer Construction Inc s injury and illness prevention program They have primary responsibility for actually implementing the injury and illness prevention program especially as it relates directly to the workplace Supervisors are responsible for being familiar with safety and health hazards to which employees are exposed how to recognize them the potential effects of these hazards and rules and procedures for maintaining a safe workplace Supervisors shall convey this information to the employees at the workplace and s
219. guard the health of our employees and to provide a safe working environment for everyone a Drug Free Workplace Program has been established by Tim Messer Construction Inc This program is implemented pursuant to the Drug Free Workplace Program requirements the applicable rules of the agency for Health Care Administration the Department of Labor and Employment Security and the U S Department of Transportation Regulations 1 General Policy a Tim Messer Construction Inc prohibits its employees from illegally or improperly using possessing selling manufacturing or distributing drugs on its property or while its employees are at work It is also Tim Messer Construction Inc policy to report to work or to work under the influence of drugs It is a condition of employment to refrain from using illegal drugs or alcohol on the job or abusing legal drugs on or off the job such that it affects the job If an injured worker refuses to submit to a test for drugs or alcohol authorized under the program and addendum thereto he may forfeit his eligibility for medical and indemnity benefits The drug use prohibitions and the testing procedures provided for under this Program may involve the following drugs or metabolites Alcohol Phencyclidine PCP Benzodiazophines Valium Amphetamines Desoxyn Methaqualone Methadone Dolophine Cannabinoids marijuana Opiates opium Propoxyphene Darvocet Cocaine coke crack Barbiturates Phenob
220. h of each employee of Tim Messer Construction Inc is of primary importance Prevention of occupationally induced injuries and illnesses is of such consequence that it will be given precedence over operating productivity To the greatest degree possible management will provide all mechanical and physical protection required for personal safety and health but our employees must bear primary responsibility for working safely A little common sense and caution can prevent most accidents from occurring Individual Cooperation Necessary Page 2 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Tim Messer Construction Inc maintains a safety and health program conforming to the best practices of our field To be successful such a program must embody proper attitudes towards injury and illness prevention on the part of supervisors and employees It requires the cooperation in all safety and health matters not only of the employer and employee but between the employee and all co workers Only through such a cooperative effort can a safety program in the best interest of all be established and preserved Safety is no accident think safety and the job will be safer Safety Program Goals The objective of Tim Messer Construction Inc is a safety and health program that will reduce the number of injuries and illnesses to an absolute minimum not merely in keeping with but surpas
221. h persons or their offspring C Any substance listed by the U S Department of Transportation as hazardous materials under 49 CFR 172 101 and D Hazardous waste as herein defined Hazardous waste means A A waste or combination of wastes as defined in 40 CFR 261 3 or B Those substances defined as hazardous wastes in 49 CFR 171 8 Hazardous waste operation means any operation conducted within the scope of this standard Hazardous waste site or Site means any facility or location within the scope of this standard at which hazardous waste operations take place Health hazard means a chemical mixture of chemicals or a pathogen for which there is statistically significant evidence based on at least one study conducted in accordance with established scientific principles that acute or chronic health effects may occur in exposed employees The term health hazard includes chemicals which are carcinogens toxic or highly toxic agents reproductive toxins irritants corrosives sensitizers hepatotoxins nephrotoxins neurotoxins agents which act on the hematopoietic system and agents which damage the lungs skin eyes or mucous membranes It also includes stress due to temperature extremes Further definition of the terms used above can be found in Appendix A to 29 CFR 1910 1200 IDLH or Immediately dangerous to life or health means an atmospheric concentration of any toxic corrosive or asphyxiant substance that poses an immed
222. hall investigate accidents according to the accident investigation policies contained in this manual Periodic Safety Training Meetings Tim Messer Construction Inc has safety meetings every month The purpose of the meeting is to convey safety information and answer employee questions The format of most meetings will be to review in language understandable to every employee the content of the injury prevention program special work site hazards Page 7 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan serious concealed dangers and material safety data sheets Each week the RSO will review a portion of the company s safe work practices contained in this booklet or other safety related information Whenever a new practice or procedure is introduced into the workplace it will be thoroughly reviewed for safety A sign up sheet will be passed around each meeting A copy of the sign up sheet and any applicable notes will also be placed in the office file Employee attendance is mandatory safety training amp updates will continue to be a part of our ongoing safety program Employee Responsibility for Training Teaching safety is a two way street Tim Messer Construction Inc can preach safety but only employees can practice safety Safety education requires employee participation Every month a meeting of all employees will be conducted for the purpose of safety
223. han a single direction increasing the risk of mishaps so it s important to remember the following Page 165 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan e When ever working out of a manlift a full body harness must be worn and properly attached to the basket A sudden jolt has thrown people from maniifts before they could react e Always maintain a safe distance from debris piles drop offs floor openings etc e Never drive the manlift when it is elevated above the limit the manufacturer considers safe Each piece of equipment will state what the maximum extension can be while being driven Page 166 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 18 Fall Protection Company Policy Injuries from falls are a leading occupational injury It is the intent of Tim Messer Construction Inc to provide maximum protection to its staff in the prevention of falls Known fall hazards will be identified inspected and fall protection provided to ensure the safety of personnel Engineering controls administrative procedures and the use of personal protective equipment will be utilized The Fall Protection Standard must be followed where personnel can possibly fall six feet or more but does not apply when personnel are making an inspection investigation or assessment of workplace c
224. has been stored horizontally the cylinder should be put upright and left in that position for about 30 minutes before being used When cylinders are empty of acetylene valves must be closed to prevent evaporation of the acetone Acetylene cylinders may be filled only by the supplier Magic Gas Page 118 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Magic Gas magic gas Il This particular mixture is denser than air and consists of the following Isobutane _ 23 52 Methylal dimethoxy methane ______ 4 00 nominal Freon 13 B1 0 48 Argon__ 72 00 This gas is purchased premixed in Matheson 1F Fat Boy cylinders pressurized to 35 psig The flammable limits of this gas are about 1 8 to 7 in air Tim Messer Construction Inc safety rules for high pressure cylinders and flammable gases apply to all uses of Magic Gas Cylinders Only cylinders meeting Department of Transportation DOT regulations may be used for transporting compressed gases Each cylinder must bear the required DOT label for the compressed gas contained except under certain specified conditions set forth in DOT regulations It is illegal to remove or to change the prescribed numbers or other markings on cylinders do not deface cover or remove any markings labels decals or tags applied or attached to the cylinder by the supplier Each cylinder that is in use at Tim Messer Cons
225. hat any valved off portion of Page 121 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan the system may still be under pressure bleed the hose line or vessel before disassembly to ensure that there is not enough pressure energy stored in the trapped gas or in piping distortion to propel loose objects Connections to piping regulators and other appliances should always be kept tight to prevent leakage Where hose is used it should be kept in good condition Manifold pigtails should not be left disconnected for more than a few minutes Certain insects are attracted to pure gases and will quickly clog these lines Never use compressed gas to dust off clothing this may cause serious injury or create a fire hazard About 30 psi gauge pressure 0 2 MPa must be left in empty cylinders to prevent air from entering the cylinder and contaminating it air contamination in a hydrogen cylinder is extremely dangerous Before a regulator is removed from a cylinder close the cylinder valve and release all pressure from the regulator Before returning an empty cylinder close the valve and replace the cylinder valve protective cap and outlet cap or plug if used Cylinder Storage Cylinders not actively in use inside of buildings must be stored outside in areas approved by Responsible Safety Officer and must be fastened with two metal chains or bars or in a fixture
226. he maximum intended load applied or transmitted to that rope with the scaffold operating at Page 158 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan either the rated load of the hoist or 2 minimum times the stall load of the hoist whichever is greater 4 The stall load of any scaffold hoist shall not exceed 3 times its rated load PLATFORM CONSTRUCTION This section documents the procedures and safety requirements to construct scaffold platforms The following safety rules apply for scaffold construction 1 Each scaffold plank will be installed so that the space between adjacent planks and the space between the platform and uprights is no more than one inch wide If in certain situations it is required to make this space wider the demonstration of this situation s will be in the appendix to this plan 2 Except for outrigger scaffolds 3 inches and plastering and lathing operations 18 inches the front edge of all platforms will not be more than 14 inches from the face of the work unless we have a guardrail or personal fall arrest system in place that meets regulations 3 1926 451 b Scaffold platform construction 1 Each platform on all working levels of scaffolds shall be fully planked or decked between the front uprights and the guardrail supports as follows 1 Each platform unit e g scaffold plank fabricated plank or fabricated platfor
227. he appropriate personal protective equipment hearing protection Reducing Noise Exposure Noise exposure can be reduced by using engineering controls administrative procedures or personal protective devices Engineering Controls Reduction of noise production at the source Proper design of new machines Modification of present machines Proper repair and upkeep of equipment Page 138 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Use of appropriate mufflers Use of vibration dampeners on machines Reduction of noise transmission Increase distance between noise and personnel exposed Construction of barriers between noise source and personnel Sound treatment of ceilings and walls Administrative Procedures Job schedule changes Personnel rotation Personnel Protective Devices Ear plugs Earmuffs Federal and state occupational safety and health regulations require that whenever employees are exposed to excessive noise levels feasible engineering or administrative controls must be used to reduce these levels When these control measures cannot be completely accomplished and or while such controls are being initiated personnel must be protected from the effects of excessive noise levels Such protection can in most cases be provided by wearing suitable protective hearing devices The appropriate Medical Services provider and or the supervisor of the Depa
228. he opening will be promptly guarded by a railing temporary cover or other temporary barrier that will prevent an accidental fall through the opening and will protect each employee working in the space from foreign objects entering the space D At this point a check list must be completed The permit form can be used for permit required confined spaces will serve as the check list in non permit required confined spaces Il In addition to the minimum requirements before entry the following procedures Page 73 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan must be observed for entry into a permit required confined space A Before an employee enters the space the internal atmosphere must be tested with a calibrated direct reading instrument for oxygen content flammable gases and vapors and toxic gases and vapors in that order Note that some instruments test for multiple gases simultaneously If the presence of a toxic gas or vapor is suspected in a confined space other than carbon monoxide or hydrogen sulfide contact the RSO for advice on air sampling Hot air and steam shall be ventilated from steam vaults before testing the atmosphere 1 If possible the atmosphere immediately inside the cover entry point must be tested without removing the cover This testing can be accomplished by using the gas meter and the hand held probe and sampling line attached to
229. health plan as a minimum shall address the following A A safety and health risk or hazard analysis for each site task and operation found in the workplan B Employee training assignments to assure compliance with paragraph e of this section C Personal protective equipment to be used by employees for each of the site tasks and operations being conducted as required by the personal protective equipment program in paragraph g 5 of this section D Medical surveillance requirements in accordance with the program in paragraph f of this section E Frequency and types of air monitoring personnel monitoring and environmental sampling techniques and instrumentation to be used including methods of maintenance and calibration of monitoring and sampling equipment to be used F Site control measures in accordance with the site control program required Decontamination Procedures An emergency response plan meeting the requirements for safe and effective responses to emergencies including the necessary PPE and other equipment Confined Space Entry Procedures A spill containment program meeting the requirements Pre entry Briefing The site specific safety and health plan shall provide for pre entry briefings to be held prior to initiating any site activity and at such other times as necessary to ensure that employees are apprised of the site safety and health plan and that this plan is being followed The information and data obtained fr
230. hen Ferguson and oriented for each workplace or jobsite Generally the Responsible Safety Officer or designated representative is the person in charge of a workplace or jobsite This person has specific responsibility for the preparation updating and implementation of the emergency plan This responsibility includes recommending personnel to attend indoctrination and training programs Specifically each plan must contain the following information and procedures as appropriate for each workplace Emergency Escape Procedures Floor plans showing evacuation routes the location of shutoff switches and valves for the utility systems water gas electricity and the locations of emergency equipment and supplies including medical shall be determined prior to the start of work at each at each jobsite or workplace Indications on the floor plans of areas where specific hazards i e toxic flammable and or radioactive materials exist The location and description of special hazards or hazardous devices should be included in the text together with shutdown procedures if applicable Emergency Operator Personnel A list of people with specific duties during an emergency and a description of their duties shall be provided For example specific people should be assigned to supervise evacuation and to carry out a rapid search of the area assuming this can be done Page 96 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construct
231. her the losses associated with age are quite similar to those caused by excessive noise since the hearing for high frequency sounds is most affected in both instances Hearing impairment may also result from infections tumors and degenerative diseases ACGIH Standards CAL OSHA has prescribed the limits established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists as a standard for occupational noise exposure Both the sound pressure level of the noise and the total duration of the noise exposure are considered to determine if these limits are exceeded The sound pressure levels are expressed as dBA or decibels A weighted A weighting filters are used when measuring sound levels to more accurately predict the response of the human ear to different frequencies When the daily noise exposure is composed of two or more periods of noise of different levels their combined effect must be considered rather than the individual Page 137 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan effect of each Permissible Noise Exposure Duration per day hours vs Sound level dBA slow response 8 Hours 90 dBA 6 Hours 92 dBA 4 Hours 95 dBA 3 Hours 97 dBA 2 Hours 100 dBA 1 5 Hours 102 dBA 1 Hour 105 dBA 5 Hour 110 dBA 25 Hour or less 115 dBA Levels in excess of the permissible exposure limit as outlined in this section require use of t
232. here scaffolds must be used in areas that the employer can demonstrate are so narrow that platforms and walkways cannot be at least 18 inches wide such platforms and walkways shall be as wide as feasible and employees on those platforms and walkways shall be protected from fall hazards by the use of guardrails and or personal fall arrest systems 3 Except as provided in paragraphs b 3 i and ii of this section the front edge of all platforms shall not be more than 14 inches from the face of the work unless guardrails are erected along the front edge and or personal fall arrest systems are used in accordance with paragraph g of this section to protect employees from falling 1 The maximum distance from the face for outrigger scaffolds shall be 3 inches 8 cm 2 The maximum distance from the face for plastering and lathing operations shall be 18 inches 4 Each end of a platform unless cleated or otherwise restrained by hooks or other equivalent means shall extend over the centerline of its support at least 6 inches 5 Each end of a platform 10 feet or less in length shall not extend over its support more than 12 inches unless the platform is designed and installed so that the cantilever portion of the platform is able to support employees and or materials without tipping or has guardrails which block employee access to the cantilevered end 1 Each platform greater than 10 feet in length shall not extend over its support mor
233. hould have mechanical or gravity ventilation Liquefied petroleum gas must be stored handled and used in accordance with safe practices and standards No smoking signs must be posted on liquefied petroleum gas tanks Liquefied petroleum storage tanks should be guarded to prevent damage from vehicles All solvent wastes and flammable liquids should be kept in fire resistant covered containers until they are removed from the work site Vacuuming should be used whenever possible rather than blowing or sweeping combustible dust Fire separators should be placed between containers of combustibles or flammables when stacked one upon another to assure their support and stability Fuel gas cylinders and oxygen cylinders must be separated by distance fire resistant barriers etc while in storage Fire extinguishers are selected for the types of materials and placed in areas where they are to be used These fire extinguishers are classified as follows Class A Ordinary combustible materials fires Class B Flammable liquid gas or grease fires Class C Energized electrical equipment fires Appropriate fire extinguishers must be mounted within 75 ft of outside areas containing flammable liquids and within 10 ft of any inside storage area for such materials All extinguishers must be serviced maintained and tagged at intervals not to exceed one year Extinguishers should be placed free from obstructions or blockage All extinguishers mu
234. ials All personal protective equipment must be removed immediately upon leaving the work area and if this equipment is overtly contaminated it must be placed in an appropriate area or container for storage washing decontamination or disposal Contaminated clothing must not be worn in clean areas or outside the building All procedures involving blood or other potentially infectious agents must be performed in a manner that will minimize splashing spraying and aerosolization Medical Wastes Medical infectious waste must be segregated from other waste at the point of origin Medical infectious waste except for sharps i e razor blades broken glass needles etc capable of puncturing or cutting must be contained in double disposable red bags conspicuously labeled with the words INFECTIOUS WASTE and BIOHAZARD Page 267 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Used needles or other sharps razor blades broken glass scalpels etc must not be sheared bent broken recapped or resheathed Infectious sharps must be contained for disposal in leak proof rigid puncture resistant containers Infectious waste contained as described above must be placed in reusable or disposable leak proof bins or barrels that are conspicuously labeled with the words INFECTIOUS WASTE and BIOHAZARD These waste barrels are picked up regularly by an outside company
235. ials will be readily available for each hazardous substance used A training program plus regular question and answer sessions on dealing with hazardous materials will be given to keep employees informed Page 32 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The program will include an explanation of what an MSDS is and how to use and obtain one MSDS contents for each hazardous substance or class of substances explanation of the Right to Know identification of where employees can see the employer s written hazard communication program and where hazardous substances are present in their work area the health hazards of substances in the work area how to detect their presence and specific protective measures to be used as well as informing them of hazards of non routine tasks and unlabeled pipes Electrical Non Qualified Workers The workplace will be aware of the CAL OSHA Electrical Safety Standards and will comply with the same Non Qualified Employees will be required to report any hazard to life or property that is observed in connection with a job electrical equipment or lines Non Qualified Employees will be expected to make preliminary inspections or appropriate tests to determine conditions before starting work When equipment or lines are to be serviced maintained or adjusted employees must be aware of open switches Lockouts must be tagged whenever poss
236. iate threat to life or would interfere with an individual s ability to escape from a dangerous atmosphere Oxygen deficiency means that concentration of oxygen by volume below which atmosphere supplying respiratory protection must be provided It exists in atmospheres where the percentage of oxygen by volume is less than 19 5 percent oxygen Page 253 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Permissible exposure limit means the exposure inhalation or dermal permissible exposure limit specified in 29 CFR Part 1910 Subparts G and Z Published exposure level means the exposure limits published in NIOSH Recommendations for Occupational Health Standards dated 1986 which is incorporated by reference as specified in Sec 1910 6 or if none is specified the exposure limits published in the standards specified by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists in their publication Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for 1987 88 dated 1987 which is incorporated by reference as specified in Sec 1910 6 Post emergency response means that portion of an emergency response performed after the immediate threat of a release has been stabilized or eliminated and clean up of the site has begun If post emergency response is performed by an employer s own employees who were part of the initial emergency response it is considered to be
237. ible Equipment such as electrical tools or appliance must be grounded or of the double insulated type Extension cords being used must have a grounding conductor The workplace supervisor must be aware if multiple plug adapters are prohibited In wet or damp locations electrical tools and equipment must be appropriate for the use or location or otherwise protected The location of electrical power lines and cables overhead underground under floor other side of walls must be determined before digging drilling or similar work is begun All metal measuring tapes ropes hand lines or similar devices with metallic thread woven into the fabric are prohibited for use where they could come in contact with energized parts of equipment or circuit conductors The use of metal ladders is prohibited in areas where the ladder or the person using the ladder could come in contact with energized parts of equipment fixtures or conductors Use ground fault circuit interrupters or an Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Program for each temporary 15 or 20 ampere 120 volt AC circuit at all locations Page 33 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Qualified Electricians Qualified Electricians must be aware of the following Exposed wiring and cords with frayed or deteriorated insulation must be repaired or replaced Clamps or other securing means must be provi
238. ical laboratory or 1 0 milligrams per square centimeter mg cm2 as measured by an X ray fluorescence analyzer XRF Sampling Any painted surfaces including stained and varnished in buildings constructed prior to 1980 must be sampled before any significant disturbance takes place Any other materials i e window glazing putties plumbing that are suspected to contain lead must also be sampled before significant disturbance takes place To conduct a thorough investigation each different surface should be sampled separately examples include doors windows moldings walls ceilings etc The primary lead paint sampling methods include Spot chemical testing Spot chemical testing involves a process where a small amount of solution is placed on a sampling surface and if lead is present a colorimetric change will take place This method involves a certain amount of paint destruction in order to test a complete cross section of paints and has proven to be the least reliable of the three listed methods X Ray Fluorescence XRF XRF analysis is a direct field reading instrument that will provide immediate results for example a Niton XRF spectrum analyzer The Niton uses a non destructive analysis method which automatically adjusts for the substrate As with the other analyses different surfaces should be sampled separately Because XRF instruments use a radioactive source to measure lead content special precautions need to be taken
239. ied person are also required Some disassembly may be required for this inspection Annual inspections must also be documented with records kept for at least 12 months Severe conditions also trigger inspections by a qualified person A qualified person must also inspect any equipment that has been idle for three months or longer Any manufacturer s recommendations for more frequent inspections must be followed The RSO will keep these records WIRE ROPE Wire rope must be visually inspected by a competent person before and during each shift Apparent deficiencies are categorized in three categories significant distortions or corrosion Il visible broken wires and III core failures Special attention must be paid to terminal ends reverse bends pick up points etc Deficiencies found must be corrected or localized or the wire rope replaced before use The wire rope must be tagged out until it is replaced Monthly and more in depth annual inspections of wire rope by a qualified person are also required SAFETY DEVICES Safety devices are required to be on all equipment and must be in proper working order before operations begin If any of the devices are not in proper working order the equipment must be taken out of service and operations must not resume until the device is working properly again All cranes except for floating ones must have e an operational crane level indicator e boom stops e jib stops except for derrick
240. ience excessive sweating require frequent consumption of small quantities of water up to 4 cups per hour when working in extreme conditions of heat Importance of acclimatization Different types signs and symptoms of heat illness Importance of immediately reporting symptoms or signs of heat illness in themselves or in coworkers to their supervisor Procedures for responding to symptoms of possible heat illness including how emergency medical services will be contacted and provided should they become necessary SUPERVISORS OF AFFECTED EMPLOYEES Supervisors or their designees shall receive training on the following topics prior to being assigned to supervise outdoor employees Page 154 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Information as detailed above in employee training requirements Procedures the supervisor shall follow to implement the provisions of this program Procedures the supervisor shall follow when an employee exhibits symptoms consistent with possible heat illness including emergency response procedures Cold Weather Workers should prepare for cold weather by wearing several layers of clothing This allows the worker to remove or add layers as necessary throughout the work shift as temperature and the worker s heat changes Coffees teas and other hot drinks may help the worker maintain body temperature Under no circumstan
241. ilings warning line systems or safety net systems the following procedures and guidelines must be applied Page 177 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Before selecting personnel for work at elevated work stations supervisors must consider the worker s physical condition such as medical problems fear of heights coordination etc All employees who engage in work involving fall arrest systems must be thoroughly trained and understand the selection usage and operational characteristics of such systems as well as the state and federal regulations governing such as found in The Code of Federal Regulations 29 Part 1926 Subpart M Fall Protection Approved fall arrestor systems are required for work at heights of 6 or more feet A fall arrestor system consists of a full body harness amp a lanyard made of synthetic fibers with a minimum break strength of 5000 Ibs Lifelines lanyards self retracting type shall limit free fall distance to 2 feet or less When the lifeline lanyard does not limit free fall distance to 2 feet or less ripstitch lanyards and tearing and deforming lanyards shall be applied to the lifeline lanyard in the fully extended position Anchorage points used for attachment of personal fall arrest systems shall be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms and capable of supporting at least 5000 Ibs
242. im Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan clean up areas to decontaminate The decontamination areas must be within the barricaded areas and must have polyethylene drop cloths or plastic tarpaulins as a floor Upon completion of clean up discarded PPE will be gathered into 4 6 mil plastic bags or into drums for proper disposal Waste PPE should be kept separate from paint chips dusts and debris to allow appropriate disposal Specific waste characterization and disposal information is outlined in the waste disposal section j When activities are complete clean up any debris using HEPA vacuums Working surfaces and the immediate work area should then be wet wiped using disposable towels and a detergent solution Gather and containerize paint chips dust and debris as lead containing waste Remove surface polyethylene and final clean the area again using wet methods and HEPA vacuuming All used towels must be gathered and disposed of as contaminated waste Surface polyethylene can then be HEPA vacuumed rolled inwards and disposed of as general non hazardous waste k Waste generated in preparation activities paint chips glazing etc should be collected and deposited in an appropriate container Monitoring both area and personal by Tim Messer Construction Inc may be necessary until exposure potentials can be determined Exterior Work a Notify the building supervisor and occupants where work involving lead
243. imum clearance distances are specified in Table A as Voltage kV Minimum clearance distance ft Up to 50 10 gt 50 to 200 15 gt 200 to 350 20 gt 350 to 500 25 gt 500 to 750 35 gt 750 to 1 000 45 gt 1 000 determined by the utility owner According to 1926 1409 for power lines over 350 to 1 000 kV the minimum distance is presumed to be 50 feet Over 1 000 kV the utility owner or a registered engineer must establish the minimum distance Over 350 to 1 000 kV the minimum distance is presumed to be 50 feet Over 1 000 kV the utility owner or a registered engineer must establish it If work has to operate closer than the Table A values then the following precautions must be taken e Tim Messer Construction Inc must show that Table A is infeasible and that it is infeasible to de energize and ground or relocate the line e Safe distances must be determined by the owner operator of the line or a registered professional engineer who is a qualified person e A planning meeting must be held e Automatic reenergizing devices must be inoperative e A dedicated spotter must be assigned e An elevated warning line barricade or an insulating link must be installed between the line and the load additional provisions kick in one to three years after the effective date e Non conductive rigging must be used e A range of motion limiting device must be used e Non conductive tag lines must be used e Barricades at least
244. ing of materials Whether the material is a sheet of paper paper cuts are painful or a cylinder of toxic gas accident risks can be reduced with thorough planning Identifying obvious and hidden hazards should be the first step in planning work methods and job practices Thorough planning should include all the steps associated with good management from job conception through crew and equipment decommissioning Most of the material presented in this chapter is related to the commonplace and obvious Nevertheless a majority of the incidents leading to injury occupational illness and property damage stem from failure to observe the principles associated with safe materials handling and storage A less obvious hazard is potential failure of used or excessive motorized handling or lifting equipment The Responsible Safety Officer must be notified whenever it is desired to acquire a crane forklift truck or other motorized handling or lifting equipment Lifting and Moving Lifting and moving of objects must be done by mechanical devices rather than by manual effort whenever this is practical The equipment used must be appropriate for the lifting or moving task Lifting and moving devices must be operated only by personnel trained and authorized to operate them Employees must not be required to lift heavy or bulky objects that overtax their physical condition or capability Manual Lifting Rules Manual lifting and handling of material must be d
245. ing the chemicals utilized in the workplace their symptoms and effects must also be posted The workers must know what the acceptable level of exposure to a chemical is and what safety systems must be in place when working with a chemical Staff should also be aware of new chemical products which may be available that are less harmful and they must ensure that facilities are adequately ventilated when using chemicals on the premises Spray painting operations done in spray rooms or booths must be equipped with an appropriate exhaust system Periodic inspections must be made of the booth and noted on an inspection tag posted on the booth If welding is done the welder should be certified In the area of operation where the welding is taking place the welder must be aware of ventilation available the type of respirator that can be used in the area and if exposure time or other means will suffice as a safe and adequate measure when welding as to the fumes that will be emitted Welders should also be supplied with protective clothing and a flash shield during welding operations When forklifts and other vehicles are used in buildings or other enclosed areas carbon monoxide levels must be kept below maximum acceptable concentration Noise levels also present a potential hazard Noise levels within a facility must be at acceptable levels and if not steps must be taken to reduce the level using recommended engineering controls When fibrous mat
246. ing controls When a hazard still exists after all practical engineering control measures have been taken personnel must be provided with adequate protection through the use of personal protective equipment The type of personal protective equipment required for any hazardous operation depends upon the nature and severity of the hazards involved The Supervisor shall conduct a Hazard Assessment so that proper PPE can be selected The Hazard Assessment shall be documented in writing and shall include at a minimum identification of the area s assessed the date of the assessment the name of the person s conducting the assessment identification of the hazards present or likely to be present and identification of the specific PPE required to be used to mitigate the hazard s The Hazard Assessment shall be maintained on file Additional assessments shall be conducted whenever new hazards become present or become likely to be present Ultimately it is the responsibility of the supervisor to ensure a safe work environment and provide proper personal safety protection for their employees Based on the results of the supervisor s hazard assessment the supervisor shall select the type of PPE to be utilized The rationale for the PPE selection shall be communicated to the employees by the supervisor and the supervisor shall ensure that the selected PPE is furnished to the employee and is properly used by the employees Tim Messer Construction Inc
247. instruction The employees will discuss the application of the Company s injury and illness prevention program to actual job assignments They will also read and discuss a section of the manual and review application of general safety rules to specific situations Remember the following general rules apply in all situations a No employee should undertake a job that appears to be unsafe b No employee is expected to undertake a job until he she has received adequate safety instructions and is authorized to perform the task c No employee should use chemicals without fully understanding their toxic properties and without the knowledge required to work with these chemicals safely Use the MSDS regularly d Mechanical safeguards must be kept in place e Employees must report any unsafe conditions to the job site supervisor and the Responsible Safety Officer f Any work related injury or illness must be reported to management at once g Personal protective equipment must be used when and where required All such equipment must be properly maintained Communication Page 8 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Employers should communicate to employees their commitment to safety and to make sure that all employees are familiar with the elements of the company safety program Tim Messer Construction Inc communicates with its employees orally in the
248. ion Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan safely Accounting For All Employees Designation of a primary assembly point for evacuees that is well away from the building An alternate site should also be designated in case the first choice cannot be used Reentry procedures No one shall reenter an evacuated building or area without specific instructions from the RSO or other person in charge Rescue Medical Duties Proceed with first aid or attempt to control the incident only if you can do so safely and have been trained in first aid or the emergency response necessary to control the incident Reporting Fires And Other Emergencies Report the emergency immediately State what happened the specific location whether anyone was injured and your name and phone number in addition to any other applicable information Additional Contacts For More Information Tim Messer Construction Inc has designated personnel at the central office for additional information If you have any questions please contact Stephen Ferguson Jobsite Alarm Systems An employee alarm system shall be in accordance with CFR Part 1926 159 The RSO shall determine the particular alarm system to be utilized for each jobsite to alert all employees in the area of an emergency Types Of Evacuation The RSO or designated person shall review each particular jobsite or workplace to determine the type of evacuation to be utilized in emergency circumstances Superviso
249. ion Inc personnel may be exposed to lead or lead containing materials Activities covered by this guideline include but are not limited to demolition renovation encapsulation maintenance operations paint prepping and firing range clean up All Tim Messer Construction Inc employees involved in the disturbance of lead containing materials and lead based paint as part of regular work activities must have at least a lead awareness training class Tim Messer Construction Inc employees exposed to lead above the action level A L of 30 ug m3 must have medical surveillance Tim Messer Construction Inc will conduct necessary sampling monitoring and inspections to ensure compliance with regulations as well as to protect employee health and safety Any questions concerning lead or items specified in the guideline should be directed to the RSO Substance Identification Substance Pure lead Pb is a heavy metal at room temperature and pressure and is a basic chemical element It can combine with various other substances to form numerous lead compounds Compounds Covered by the Standard The word lead when used in this standard means elemental lead all inorganic lead compounds and a class of organic lead compounds called lead soaps This standard does not apply to other organic lead compounds Uses Exposure to lead occurs in at least 120 different occupations including primary and secondary lead smelting lead storage battery m
250. ion a by product of work heavy concentrations of combustible dust and even desorption release of entrapped substances of chemicals from inner linings of confined spaces An atmosphere becomes flammable when the ratio of oxygen to combustible material in the air is neither too rich nor too lean for combustion to occur Combustible gases or vapors will accumulate when there is inadequate ventilation in areas such as confined spaces Flammable atmospheres may also be formed by chemical reactions These occur when surfaces are initially exposed to the atmosphere or when chemicals combine to form flammable gases Combustible dust concentrations are usually found during loading unloading or conveying coal grain fertilizers or other combustible materials The explosion from these concentrations occurs when high amounts of static electricity accumulates at low humidity readings and causes a spark which ignites the combustible mixtures present in the air Also desorption of chemicals from the inner linings of surfaces of a tank or vessel may produce a flammable mixture An example of desorption can occur when propane is emptied from a tank After the removal the walls may desorb some remaining gas and create a flammable mixture in the tank Toxic Atmospheres Page 63 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Toxic atmospheres can be created from almost any gas vapo
251. ion of same No blasting agents explosives or other related material can be Page 225 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan abandoned Explosives blasting agents and blasting supplies that are obviously deteriorated or damaged shall not be used Empty boxes paper and filter packing materials which previously contained high explosives shall not be used again for any purpose but shall be destroyed by a means permitted by the authority having jurisdiction Employees authorized and qualified to prepare explosive charges or conduct blasting operations shall use every reasonable precaution including but not limited to audible and visual warning signals and barricades and or flags Page 226 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 25 Hazard Warnings Introduction Every reasonable method to warn employees of hazards and dangers and to inform them of the actions required must be utilized Signs characteristic lights and audible alarms as additional safeguards for built in mechanical and physical protection must be used To ensure uniform response by personnel the warning signs and devices must be of the same type for similar hazards Obtaining and installing the warning systems is the responsibility of the group needing them Contents and Configuration Signs must co
252. ire Engage Power Source Set barricades and cones around the vehicle If the operator will be working in a pedestrian area then barricades Caution tape or fencing shall be utilized Cones are not permitted Verify proper portable radio operation Discuss work with personnel on the ground They should be made aware of the potential hazards and the risk of injury caused by falling objects such as tree limbs Put on the required Fall Protection Equipment remember additional Personal Protection may be necessary Maintain proper distance from electrical power lines Do not operate the equipment if wind gusts exceed 30 mph or if there is or could be an electrical storm Verify that the area under and around the work site is free of passers by Check out overhead clearances building design fixtures and set up Traffic Safety and Cone Placement Page 220 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Planning for traffic control is necessary on a case by case basis Work that takes place either on or near the roadway creates a potentially hazardous situation which shall require the use of traffic controls It is the responsibility of the person in charge or their designee to establish and maintain safe and efficient controls All necessary traffic control devices shall be installed before work begins and must be maintained during the entire work period
253. irritation Examples of this type are benzene and carbon tetrachloride Prolonged exposure at high levels of irritant atmospheres may produce a general weakening of the nerve endings in the upper respiratory tract The danger is that the worker generally is not aware of the onset of distress Oxygen Deficient or Oxygen Enriched Atmosphere An oxygen deficient atmosphere is caused when the oxygen O level of an atmosphere depreciates below 19 5 by either consumption or displacement The consumption of O takes place during combustion of flammable substances such as in welding Oxygen may also be consumed during chemical reactions such as the formation of iron oxide rust A second factor in an asphyxiating atmosphere is displacement by another gas One such example of displacement is by inerting a tank by placing nitrogen in it The total displacement of O will cause immediate collapse and Page 64 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan death Since these gases are colorless and odorless they pose an immediate hazard unless ventilation and oxygen measurements are carried out A confined space should never be purged with nitrogen or other gas used in welding as this could lead to an oxygen deficient atmosphere An oxygen enriched atmosphere contains greater than 23 5 oxygen The main hazard associated with an oxygen enriched atmosphere is fire Combus
254. ities All employees must comply with safety health and risk management requirements We will work towards continuous improvement We will foster a culture that aligns safety health and risk management with the other business objectives The emphasis will be on the Safety Health and Risk Management Planning Process and reduction of incidents will be our measure of our success ABOUT THIS PROGRAM This is a Site Specific Safety Plan SSSP that Tim Messer Construction Inc implements and maintains as part of our everyday procedures The SSSP comprises the following elements Please note that some of the following items are located in the Company Illness and Injury Prevention Plan and may not be specifically included herein Responsibility Key Personnel Identification of Competent Persons Description Scope of Work To Be Performed Hazard Risk Exposure Assessment Fall Protection Hazards Control Control Measures Periodic Inspections Compliance Written Progressive Disciplinary Program 10 Hazard Correction 11 Training and Instruction 12 Project Site Orientation 13 Employee Communication System 14 Record Keeping OONOAaAARWND Page 273 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 15 Accident Exposure Investigation 16 Emergency Action Plan 17 Site specific Medical Emergency Plan 1 RESPONSIBILITY IDENTIFICATIO
255. ition a barrier shall be placed preventing unauthorized workers from entering the CDZ All decking shall be fastened before allowing other workers onto the decking Training Requirements Training personnel Training required by this section shall be provided by a qualified person s Fall hazard training The employer shall provide a training program for all employees exposed to fall hazards The program shall include training and instruction in the following areas The recognition and identification of fall hazards in the work area The use and operation of guardrail systems including perimeter safety cable systems personal fall arrest systems p positioning device systems fall restraint systems safety net systems and other protection to be used The correct procedures for erecting maintaining disassembling and inspecting the fall protection systems to be used The procedures to be followed to prevent falls to lower levels and through or into holes and openings in walking working surfaces and walls and the fall protection requirements of the CAL OSHA Page 235 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Standards Special training programs In addition to the training required in paragraphs a and b of this section the employer shall provide special training to employees engaged in the following activities Multiple lift rigging procedures C
256. k Tim Messer Construction Inc will issue a respirator from its stock when an employee is first fit tested or when a new type of respirator is issued on a subsequent fit Tim Messer Construction Inc shall maintain a stock of replacement respirators and or cartridges and issue them to the employee as necessary Those who issue canisters cartridges must see that they are properly labeled and colored before they are put into service The labels and colors must be maintained until they are disposed If it is necessary to replace a reusable respirator because of loss or damage the newly issued respirator must be fit tested before it is used This is to ensure that the respirator is not defective Training Employees who will use respirators will be given training on a yearly basis Training may be performed after fit testing is done or other arrangements may be made Tim Messer Construction Inc will maintain records of training Training certificates shall include at a minimum employee name date of training and type of training In areas where job tasks and materials change Tim Messer Construction Inc must be contacted to provide an updated training Inspection Each respirator must be inspected routinely before and after each use by the employee using it Respirators for emergency use must be inspected after each use or at least once each month by the employees to whom they are assigned Inspections of emergency respirators should
257. kely to have delayed adverse affects on health The Confined Space Entry Program must be followed An attendant must be present in a safe location at the entrance to oxygen deficient or immediately dangerous areas in order to maintain communication and to provide proper rescue equipment in case of emergency Selection of Respirators Once a respiratory hazard is identified the RSO or designated personnel will select the proper respiratory protection based on the nature of the hazard Selection will be made in compliance of CAL OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard Only NIOSH MSHA approved respirators will be Page 146 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan assigned to personnel Respirators will be selected based on the exposure hazard Any choice of respirator will be based on American National Standard Practices for Respiratory Protection Z88 2 Particulate Respirator Protection To select the correct respirator for protection against particulates the following conditions must be known The identity and concentration of the particulates in the workplace air The CAL OSHA or MSHA permissible exposure limit PEL the NIOSH recommended exposure limit REL or other occupational exposure limit for the contaminant The hazard ratio HR i e the airborne particulate concentration divided by the exposure limit The APF for the class of respir
258. l Regulations Title 29 Part 1910 Section 147 Page 94 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Tim Messer Construction Inc LOCKOUT TAGOUT INSPECTION FORM 1 Inspection Date 2 Inspector Printed Name Signature 3 Employee s Inspected Printed Signature 5 Machine equipment on which the energy control procedure was being utilized Item Yes No Does employee have or have access to adequate lockout tagout devices Has employee tested the effectiveness of his her lockout tagout devices Has employee received CPR and lockout tagout training in the last year Have all procedures been followed Were tagouts legible and clearly displayed 6 Comments Observations Page 95 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 7 Employee Emergency Action Plan Organization Tim Messer Construction Inc requires that during every emergency an organized effort be made to protect personnel from further injury and to minimize property damage All of Tim Messer Construction Inc resources can be made available to respond to an emergency Each supervisor must know what to do during an emergency in his or her area and must be certain that his or her employees understand their roles Emergency Action Plan A responsible party must be designated by Step
259. ld endanger entrants Engulfment Engulfment is the surrounding and effective capture of a person by a liquid or finely flowing solid substance that can be aspirated or cause death by filling or plugging the respiratory system or that can exert enough force on the body to Page 65 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan cause death by strangulation constriction or crushing Entrapment A condition where an uninjured person is unable to remove themselves or any body part from a confined space Entrapment occurs as a result of the configuration of a confined space and is often associated with converging or convoluted surfaces Entry Entry is the action by which a person passes through an opening into a permit required confined space Entry includes ensuing work activities in that space and is considered to have occurred as soon as any part of the entrant s body breaks the plane of an opening into the space Entry Permit The entry permit is the written or printed document that is provided by the employer to allow and control entry into a permit space Entry Supervisor The entry supervisor such as the employer foreman or crew chief responsible for determining if acceptable entry conditions are present at a permit space where entry is planned for authorizing entry and overseeing entry operations and for terminating entry as required Flamm
260. le they shall be secured to prevent unauthorized entry The RSO shall identify classify and log the location of confined spaces A copy of the log shall be provided to the rescue service and to departments that have employees who enter Page 71 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan confined spaces Contractors that enter confined spaces shall be provided with a list of the confined spaces in the building or areas in which they will be working If a location is encountered that appears to meet the definition of a confined space and it is not posted as such nor does it appear on the log contact the RSO PERMIT RETENTION AND RECORD KEEPING Individual departments should maintain a copy of these forms Any records kept by the RSO shall be retained for the time period specified below The following records shall be maintained 1 Training Information to include the date location instructor content of course name and signature of trainee etc 3 years 2 Permits and pre entry check lists 3 years 3 Equipment calibration and maintenance log 3 years 4 Confined space log Indefinitely EQUIPMENT The RSO will provide and maintain at least one multi channel gas detectors for use by Tim Messer Construction Inc personnel These units shall be calibrated per manufacturers requirements Departments may wish to purchase their own gas detectors or may borrow
261. le to the operator in the cab If not e g electric failure operations must cease The operator shall have access to procedures applicable to the operation of the equipment Procedures include rated capacities load charts recommended operating speeds special hazard warnings instructions and operator s manual Operators are not allowed to be distracted by other activities such as use of cell phones They cannot leave the controls with a suspended load Out of service equipment must be tagged out and not operated until tags are removed by an authorized person The operator must verify that the controls are working and that all personnel are in the clear before starting the engine A competent person must determine if equipment must be secured when a local storm warning is issued If any repairs or adjustments are made notifications must be made in writing Safety devices and operational aids are not a substitute for professional judgment by the operator Page 242 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan A competent person must verify that rope is being reseated properly on the drum if slack rope requires it A competent person must also adjust the equipment or operations for wind ice and snow conditions Equipment must not be operated in excess of its rated capacity and operators cannot be made to do so Operators have to verify that the load is within the
262. liquids should be cleaned up immediately and combustible scrap debris and waste stored safely and removed from the work site promptly Any accumulations of combustible dust must be routinely removed from elevated surfaces including the overhead structure of buildings Combustible dust should be cleaned up with a vacuum system to prevent the dust going into suspension Metallic or conductive dust must be prevented from entering or accumulating on or around electrical enclosures or equipment Covered metal waste cans are provided for oily and paint soaked waste Use them All oil and gas fired devices must be equipped with flame failure controls that will prevent flow of fuel if pilots or main burners are not working Paint spray booths dip tanks etc must be cleaned regularly Washing facilities are provided so wash your hands after handling materials Tool Maintenance Faulty or improperly used hand tools are a safety hazard All employees shall be responsible for ensuring that tools and equipment both company and employee owned used by them or other employees at their workplace are in good condition Hand tools such as chisels punches etc which develop mushroom heads during use must be reconditioned or replaced as necessary Broken or fractured handles on hammers axes and similar equipment must be replaced promptly Worn or bent wrenches should be replaced regularly Appropriate handles must be used on files and similar tools Appr
263. ll as work which produces a source of ignition such as drilling or abrasive blasting Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health Means any condition that poses an immediate or delayed threat to life or that would cause irreversible adverse health effects or that would interfere with an individuals ability to escape unaided from a permit space Inerting Displacement of an area s atmosphere by a non reactive gas such as nitrogen to such an extent that the resulting atmosphere is non combustible Isolation The process whereby the confined space is removed from service and completely protected against an inadvertent release of material Examples are blanking off lines lockout of electrical systems and disconnecting mechanical linkages Non Permit Required Confined Space A non permit confined space means a confined space that does not contain a recognized acute hazard or does not have the potential to contain any hazard causing death or serious physical harm Oxygen Deficiency An atmosphere where the oxygen concentration is less than 19 5 Oxygen Enrichment An atmosphere where the oxygen concentration is greater than 23 5 Permissible Exposure Limit PEL The maximum 8 hours time weighted average of an airborne contaminant to which an employee may be exposed At no time shall the exposure level exceed the ceiling concentration for the contaminants as listed in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart Z Page 67 Copyright Sunshine Safety S
264. loping excavation walls trench boxes shielding or shoring excavation walls These controls are itemized later in this section Worker protection outside excavations Workers exposed to vehicular traffic shall wear warning vests at all times Workers exposed to traffic at night shall either have sufficient ambient light to illuminate the workers or shall have reflective or illuminated warning vests After starting work The competent person s role after excavation starts is to monitor the work s progress for any change in conditions that may affect the worker s safety At a minimum daily inspections shall be made to determine if existing worker protection controls are sufficient If any dangerous conditions exist the competent person is required to have the workers immediately exit the excavation and reassess the methods or controls used Some of the items that a competent person should look for are Water accumulation Water accumulation and saturation is a leading cause of trench collapse Accumulated water weakens the base of the excavation allowing the upper portions of the trench wall to push into the saturated muddy level sliding large sections into the excavation Water should always be immediately pumped out and trenches protected from rains etc Water that Page 186 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan accumulated into an excavation whe
265. m shall be installed so that the space between adjacent units and the space between the platform and the uprights is no more than 1 inch wide except where Tim Messer Construction Inc can demonstrate that a wider space is necessary for example to fit around uprights when side brackets are used to extend the width of the platform 2 Where Tim Messer Construction Inc makes the demonstration provided for in paragraph b 1 i of this section the platform shall be planked or decked as fully as possible and the remaining open space between the platform and the uprights shall not exceed 9 1 2 inches Exception to paragraph b 1 The requirement in paragraph b 1 to provide full planking or decking does not apply to platforms used solely as walkways or solely by employees performing platform erection or dismantling In these situations only the planking that Tim Messer Construction Inc establishes is necessary to provide Page 159 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan safe working conditions is required 2 Except as provided in paragraphs b 2 i and b 2 ii of this section each scaffold platform and walkway shall be at least 18 inches wide 1 Each ladder jack scaffold top plate bracket scaffold roof bracket scaffold and pump jack scaffold shall be at least 12 inches wide There is no minimum width required for boatswains chairs 2 W
266. m Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Demolition or salvage of structures where lead containing materials may be present Removal or encapsulation of materials containing lead e g lead paint abatement New construction alteration repair or renovation of items containing lead Installation of materials containing lead Lead contamination or emergency cleanup Maintenance operations involving the disturbance of lead or lead containing materials Firing range operations Unless working in a relatively new building built since 1980 all paint should be treated as lead containing unless sampling shows otherwise Disturbance is defined as scraping washing limited wet sanding grinding welding drilling small surface cutting for installation of equipment repainting activities cleaning activities and minor surface modifications Summary The following actions will be taken in order to comply with the OSHA Lead Standards 29 CFR 1910 1025 and 1926 62 and DHEC EPA regulations Contractors performing lead abatement must be licensed by the appropriate State Department Of Health and Environmental Control DHEC Prior to the performance of any demolition or renovation activities materials must be assessed for the presence of lead Representative and periodic air monitoring will be conducted for all employees with airborne fume dust lead exposure Employees with 8 hour time weighte
267. m entering or accumulating on or around electrical enclosures or equipment Waste containers must be covered Oily and paint soaked rags are combustible and should be discarded in sealable metal containers only Paint spray booths dip tanks and paint areas must be cleaned regularly All oil and gas fired devices should be equipped with flame failure controls that will prevent flow of fuel if pilots or main burners are not working Ask your supervisor where Page 41 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan these controls are located Make sure all pits and floor openings are either covered or otherwise guarded Walkways All aisles and passageways must be kept clear Also aisles and passageways should be clearly marked Wet surfaces must be covered with non slip material and all holes properly covered or marked with warning guards All spills must be cleaned up immediately and a caution sign placed on all wet or drying surfaces In cases of passageways used by forklifts trucks or other machinery use a separate aisle for walking if available If no separately marked aisle is available use extreme caution Remember walking in a passageway used by machinery is like walking in the middle of a street used by cars You may have the right of way but the heavier vehicle can t always see you and can t always stop in time The key to moving around in such circumstan
268. matic and manual fire extinguishing equipment is the responsibility of the Responsible Safety Officer But the supervisor who best knows the day to day nature of his her operations is responsible for notifying the Responsible Safety Officer of operations that change the degree of fire risk and will therefore require a change in the planned fire protection provisions Supervisor Responsibilities Supervisors must ensure that their personnel are properly instructed regarding potential fire hazards involved in their work and around their workplaces the proper precautions to minimize fires and the procedures in case of fire The local Fire Department and the Responsible Safety Officer also offer formal courses or training and materials on fire prevention and response for Fire Safety Fire Extinguisher Operation Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Emergency Evacuation Class A Combustibles Class A combustibles are common materials such as wood paper cloth rubber Page 101 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan plastics etc Fires in any of these fuels can be extinguished with water as well as other agents specified for Class A fires They are the most common fuels to be found in non specialized operating areas of the work place such as offices Safe handling of Class A combustibles means Disposing of waste daily Keeping work area clean and fr
269. ment or the last chance agreement as applicable 8 Employee Assistance Programs In the case of a first time violation of Tim Messer Construction Inc s policy based on Random Testing only an employee may be offered an opportunity to enter into an approved and supervised rehabilitation program as an alternative to dismissal A partial listing of local EAP and or Drug Rehabilitation Program providers are as follows Please see the list of EAP providers within Fresno County The list is on hand at our office Contact Stephen Ferguson for further information 559 855 3100 Over The Counter And Prescription Drugs Which Could Alter Or Affect The Outcome Of A Drug Test The following is a list of over the counter or prescription drugs which could alter or affect a test result Due to the large number of obscure brand names and the constant marketing of new products this list cannot be and is not intended to be all inclusive ALCOHOL All liquid medications containing ethyl alcohol ethanol Please read the label for alcohol content As an example Vick s Nyquil is 25 50 proof ethyl alcohol Comtrex is 20 40 proof Contac Severe Cold Formula Night Strength is 25 50 proof and Listerine is 26 9 54 proof AMPHETAMINES Obetrol Biphetamine Desoxyn Dexedrine Didrex CANNABINOIDS Marinol Dronabinol THC Page 284 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Preventio
270. mit the gas meter should sound an alarm and forced ventilation must be provided No entry shall be permitted until follow up tests indicate that the atmosphere Page 74 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan is safe D The gas meters test for carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfide Carbon monoxide is produced by internal combustion engines and hydrogen sulfide is often found in sewers If the gas meter indicates levels of either carbon monoxide that exceed 25 parts per million ppm or hydrogen sulfide that exceed 10 ppm the gas meter should sound an alarm and forced ventilation is required No entry shall be made until the atmosphere is safe E After purging sufficient ventilation shall be supplied to the confined space where needed making sure that your source of ventilation air is not contaminating the confined space i e carbon monoxide from traffic F At this point the confined space entry permit must be completed Each person entering the confined space must sign the confined space entry permit The confined space entry permit must be posted near the entrance to the confined space For outdoor entry points during wet or windy weather the permit may be kept in a nearby safe location such as a department vehicle It is now acceptable to enter the confined space Continuous air monitoring must be conducted while the confined space is occupied A gas m
271. mp Illness Prevention Plan At the delivery end of rollers or chutes provisions must be made to brake the movement of the handled materials Pallets must be inspected before being loaded or moved Hooks with safety latches or other arrangements will be used when hoisting materials so that slings or load attachments won t accidentally slip off the hoist hooks Securing chains ropes chokers or slings must be adequate for the job to be performed When hoisting material or equipment provisions must be made to assure no one will be passing under the suspended loads Material Safety Data Sheets will be available to employees handling hazardous substances Transporting Employees and Materials When employees are transporting either employees or materials they must have an operator s license for that classification of vehicle and be certified or trained in the operation of that vehicle For a safety program to be effective they must also have knowledge of first aid courses and safety equipment as well as the vehicle and how it operates As employees are transported by truck provisions must be provided to prevent their falling from the vehicle Vehicles should be in good working condition inspected on a regular basis and must be equipped with lamps brakes horns mirrors windshields and turn signals in good working order If the vehicle transports numerous individuals it must be equipped with handrails steps stirrups or similar devic
272. ms unless they have been specifically designed by the manufacturer for such use 5 Fork lifts shall not be used to support scaffold platforms unless the entire platform is attached to the fork and the fork lift is not moved horizontally while the platform is occupied 3 Supported scaffold poles legs posts frames and uprights shall be plumb and braced to prevent swaying and displacement FALL PROTECTION 1 All workers shall be physically protected from falling from a scaffold platform where the fall distance is 7 5 ft or greater Physical protection includes guardrails Page 162 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Personal Fall Protection Systems including a minimum 5 000 attachment point overhead fall restraint where the worker is tied off to where he she cannot fall over the platform edge 2 In addition when building or taking down scaffolds greater than 7 5 ft in platform height fall protection must be considered by the onsite Competent Person This requirement will be judged on a case by case basis The RSO shall be contacted and apprised of the situation if the Competent Person determines fall protection cannot be used for instance if it s unfeasible or causes a greater danger to the worker s 3 Narrow scaffolds 30 inches or less in width typically have manufacturer s requirements for fall protection at 6ft or less Check
273. mum of 6 feet horizontally out in all directions from the work area to cover any immovable objects d Personal protective equipment PPE must be used and at a minimum should include a half face respirator with HEPA cartridges disposable clothing and gloves Shoe covers may be necessary to avoid tracking lead dust and waste outside the immediate work area e HEPA vacuums disposable towels and wash up facilities must be available to employees at the work site Clean up materials should be kept away from the immediate work area but must be close enough to allow quick clean up of employees and equipment All reusable equipment HEPA vacuums scrapers screw drivers etc must be properly cleaned using wet methods at the end of each day s work and before leaving the job site f The work area itself must be demarcated and barricaded using disposable danger tape and Lead Danger warning signs bearing the following legend Warning Lead Work Area Poison No Smoking or Eating g Using a HEPA vacuum vacuum any accumulated dust from the work area prior to beginning the maintenance activity Do not sweep or brush potential lead containing dust h Use care to minimize the production of dust from scraping or sanding Use either wet sanding scraping or HEPA filtration fitted equipment i At break periods or when finished workers must immediately proceed to assigned Page 205 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO T
274. n Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Fall protection Hard hats Personnel will be trained in the proper use and application of PPE 7 PERIODIC INSPECTIONS Periodic inspections will be performed according to the following schedule When we initially establish our SSSP Program Daily When required by local regulators When new substances processes procedures or equipment which present potential new hazards are introduced into our workplace When new previously unidentified hazards are recognized When occupational injuries and illnesses occur When we hire and or reassign permanent or intermittent workers to process operations or tasks for which a hazard evaluation has not been previously conducted and Whenever workplace conditions warrant an inspection Periodic inspection consist of identification and evaluation of work place hazards 8 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS Management is responsible for ensuring that all safety and health polices and procedures are clearly communicated and understood by all employees Managers and supervisors are expected to enforce the rules fairly and uniformly All employees are responsible for using safe work practices for following all directives policies and procedures and for assisting in maintaining a safe work environment Our system of ensuring that all workers comply with the rules and maintain a safe work environment includes Informing workers of the provisions o
275. n Plan COCAINE Cocaine HCI topical solution Roxanne PHENCYCLIDINE Not legal by prescription METHAQUALONE Not legal by prescription OPIATES Paregoric Parepectolin Donnagel PG Morphine Tylenol with Codeine Empirin with Codeine APAP with Codeine Aspirin with Codeine Robitussin AC Guiatuss AC Novahistine DH Novahistine Expectorant Dilaudid Hydromorphone M S Contin and Roxanol morphine sulfate Percodan Vicodin etc BARBITURATES Phenobarbital Tuinal Amytal Nembutal Seconal Lotusate Fiorinal Fioricer Esgic Butisol Mebaral Burabarbital Butabital Phrenilin Triad etc BENZODIAZEPHINES Ativan Azene Clonopin Dalmane Diazepan Librium XanaX Serax Tranxene Valium Verstran Halcion PaXipam Restoril Centrax METHADONE Dolophine Methadose PROPOXYPHENE Darvocet Darvon N Dolene etc Page 285 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan DRUG FREE WORKPLACE PROGRAM Job Applicant Acknowledgment of Receipt and Understanding hereby acknowledge that have received and read the Notice to Applicants and Employees about Tim Messer Construction Inc s Drug free Workplace policy a summary of the drugs which may alter or affect a drug test and a list of local Employee Assistance Programs and drug and alcohol treatment programs have had an opportunity to have all aspects of this material fully explained understan
276. n an automatic shut off coupling is not used on air operated tools a short metal chain or its equivalent should be attached to the hose to prevent it from whipping in case it separates from the tool When using an air operated tool shut off the compressed air and vent the hose before changing nozzles or fittings Welding amp Cutting Protecting yourself when performing welding operations depends on your understanding Page 123 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan of the hazards involved and the proper way to control them Control of welding hazards include avoiding eye injury respiratory protection and ventilation of the work area protective clothing and having safe equipment to use Eye hazards include exposure to ultraviolet and infrared light Welders and their helpers should wear filter glasses with shades ranging from 2 to 14 depending on the type of welding being done to protect their eyes Unless a welding arc is behind a screen not only the welder but also people nearby may need eye protection Other workers should be excluded within a 30 foot radius from gas or low powered arc welding or also be protected with appropriate filter lenses Heavy welding requires a 100 foot radius Inert gas welding produces 5 to 30 times as much ultraviolet light as arc welding and requires shielding for even greater distances Keep in mind that ordinary untreate
277. n unattended shall be pumped out and will likely cause a reassessment of the excavation by the competent person to determine if other or additional worker protection is warranted Worker egress Workers are required to have immediate egress from the excavation Ladders ramps or other such means shall be placed in and along an excavation to allow the workers to exit the excavation without traveling more than twenty five 25 If along the excavation wall Worker pedestrian crossing Any situations which require workers or pedestrians to cross excavations will be provided with fabricated walkways at least three 3 ft wide with handrails on both sides capable of supporting a 200 lb outward and downward force The walkways shall be capable of supporting four 4 times the anticipated load Worker overhead protection Not all danger to workers is in the excavation Careful assessment and precautions shall be made by the competent person to prohibit workers working under loads of digging equipment or other suspended loads All spoils materials and tools shall be kept back at least two 2 ft from the excavations edge to prevent them from falling onto workers in the excavation Excavation and Shoring All Excavations shall be closely inspected by Stephen Ferguson or another Competent Person designated by the RSO Inspections shall be made at the initial hazard assessment of the work to be performed at the start of the excavation at the be
278. name the nature of the emergency and exact location of the injury Answer all questions completely DO NOT use 911 for routine or non emergency calls to police or fire departments Licenses and Permits In addition to other postings required by law Tim Messer Construction Inc maintains a copy of all necessary business licenses permits and notices required by the National Labor Relations Board or other governmental bodies notices of citations during abatement periods and other required information which are posted during the Page 39 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan appropriate times in the shop Personal Protective Equipment Clothing 1 Where there is a danger of flying particles or corrosive materials employees must wear protective goggles and or face shields provided or approved by Tim Messer Construction Inc 2 Employees are required to wear safety glasses at all times in areas where there is a risk of eye injuries such as punctures contusions or burns 3 Employees who need corrective lenses are required to wear only approved safety glasses protective goggles or other medically approved precautionary procedures when working in areas with harmful exposures or risk of eye injury 4 Employees are required to wear protective gloves aprons shields and other means provided in areas where they may be subject to cuts corrosive liquids a
279. nch or lifeline if provided Emergency personnel should be summoned via 911 as soon as possible after it is recognized that a problem exists In some instances the notification may have to be delayed until the injured person has been removed from the space B The attendant must never enter a confined space If rescue cannot be accomplished outside the confined space by using a tripod winch or lifeline then rescue assistance must be summoned immediately by calling 911 or by using portable radios to contact the UT Police dispatcher MECHANICAL VENTILATION OF CONFINED SPACES Page 76 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan In many situations it will be necessary to ventilate a confined space before entry and to maintain forced ventilation while the space is occupied Forced ventilation is required to remove air contaminants provide oxygen and to keep the air as clean as possible The following is a guide to help ventilate confined spaces Some confined spaces have a single opening others have multiple opening or are connected to tunnels etc 1 It is best to blow air into the confined space and draw it out simultaneously This procedure generally requires two or more openings For ventilation purposes it is best to open as many of the adjacent entry points as possible 2 With a confined space that has only a single entry point or when only a single fan i
280. ncluding cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR certification Working with Energized Equipment This section contains safety requirements that must be met in constructing electrical Page 82 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan equipment and in working on energized electrical equipment Special emphasis is placed on problems associated with personnel working on hazardous electrical equipment in an energized condition Such work is permissible but only after extensive effort to perform the necessary tasks with the equipment in a securely de energized condition has proven unsuccessful or if the equipment is so enclosed and protected that contact with hazardous voltages is essentially impossible Safety Glasses Either safety glasses or a face shield must be worn when working on electrical equipment Personal Protective Devices For work on any energized circuitry with a Class B or Class C hazard the use of personal protective devices e g face shields blast jackets gloves and insulated floor mats is encouraged even if not required Elevated Locations Any person working on electrical equipment on a crane or other elevated location must take necessary precautions to prevent a fall from reaction to electrical shock or other causes A second person knowledgeable as a safety watch must assume the best possible position to assist the worker in case of an
281. nd Working Conditions in certain industries Page 38 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Anti Discrimination Poster Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law EEOC form CAL OSHA Safety and Health Protection on the Job Notice of Workers Compensation Carrier Notice to Employees Unemployment Insurance and Disability Insurance Notice Employee Polygraph Protection Act form WH 1462 Access to Medical and Exposure Records Notice to Employees Time Off to Vote In addition to some of the above listed notices a copy of this injury prevention program a log and summary of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses a copy of Tim Messer Construction Inc code of Safe Work Practices and a Fire Prevention and Evacuation Plan will be available Material Safety Data Sheets for Tim Messer Construction Inc s premises or worksites are available in the vehicle or office When employees are required to work on the premises of any other employer such as a service call or installation situation the job site will maintain a collection of Material Safety Data Sheets that describe any hazards unique to that site Check with the other employer s job site coordinator or supervisor for the exact location of the MSDS information In addition to these required safety postings emergency numbers are maintained in the vehicle In most cases of real emergency call 911 State your
282. nd a specific machine Page 129 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The guard must be durable resistant to fire and corrosion and easily repaired The guard must not present hazards such as rough edges splinters pinch points shear points or sharp corners Methods of guarding that must be considered include the following Enclosing the operation preferred Interlocking devices Moving barriers Removal devices Remote control Two handed tripping devices Electronic safety devices Machines designed for fixed locations must be securely anchored to the floor or bench to prevent walking or tipping Employees may operate machinery only when properly trained and authorized to do so Proper clothing and protective devices must be worn when specified by the supervisor or shop foreman Page 130 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 11 Material Handling Introduction Tim Messer Construction Inc requires that safety planning and practices for commonplace tasks be as thorough as for operations with unusual hazards Commonplace tasks make up the greater part of the daily activities of most employees and not unexpectedly offer more potential sources of accidents with injuries and property damage Every operation or work assignment begins and ends with handl
283. nd containers and disinfectant equipment Page 264 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Administrative Controls prevention of exposure to bloodborne pathogen administrative controls include universal precautions assignment of PPE employee training use of spill kits specifically designed for blood and body fluids and waste disposal procedures Reporting and Record Keeping Any reports required by CAL OSHA will be maintained by the RSO or designee All reports Training Certificates Notice of HBV Vaccinations exposure reports will be maintained for 30 years Occupationally contracted HBV or HIV will be recorded on the CAL OSHA 300 Log of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses as an illness Exposures to blood borne pathogens from contact with sharps will be recorded on the CAL OSHA 200 Log of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses if treatment such as gamma globulin hepatitis B immune globulin or hepatitis B vaccine is prescribed by a Physician Training All personnel assigned duties as first responders or custodial Employees if deemed at risk of exposure in the cleaning of rest rooms etc will receive initial and annual training by a qualified medical practitioner on the Bloodborne Pathogen Program Additionally personnel trained in First Aid shall be offered this annual training All new and current affected Employees will be trained initially and annually the
284. nd knowledge of the applicable subject matter Training Certification Employees and supervisors that have received and successfully completed the training and field experience shall be certified by their instructor or the head instructor and trained supervisor as having completed the necessary training A written certificate shall be given to each person so certified Any person who has not been so certified or who does not meet the requirements shall be prohibited from engaging in hazardous waste operations Page 261 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 28 Sanitation Potable Water Potable water shall be provided in all places of employment for drinking and in some cases cooking washing of foods washing of cooking or eating utensils washing of food preparation or processing premises and personal service rooms Portable drinking water dispensers shall be designed constructed and serviced so that sanitary conditions are maintained shall be capable of being closed and shall be equipped with a tap and labeled as such When single service cups are supplied both a sanitary container for unused cups and a receptacle for used cups shall be provided Open containers such as barrels pails or tanks for drinking water from which the water must be dipped or poured whether or not they are fitted with a cover are prohibited A common drinki
285. nd or harmful chemicals 5 Hardhats must be worn in areas subject to falling objects and at all times while at construction sites 6 Appropriate footwear must be worn in an area where there is any risk of foot injuries from hot corrosive poisonous substances falling objects crushing or penetrating action 7 When necessary employees must use the approved respirators which are provided for regular and emergency use 8 All safety equipment must be maintained in sanitary condition and ready for use Report any defective equipment immediately 9 An eye wash facility is located in the vehicle If any irritant gets into an employee s eyes call for medical assistance immediately and flush the eye out with clean water 10 A shower may be provided for emergencies Ask your supervisor for more details on use of this facility if available 11 Food may not be eaten in work areas or in places where there is any danger of exposure to toxic materials or other health hazards Ask your supervisor to identify safe eating places Page 40 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 12 In cases where the noise level exceeds certain levels ear protection is required 13 In cases of cleaning toxic or hazardous materials protective clothing provided must be worn Hardhats At Tim Messer Construction Inc hardhats are required at all times in designated a
286. nder no circumstances except emergency trips to the hospital should an employee leave the work site without reporting an injury When you have an accident Page 3 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan everyone is hurt Please work safely Safety is everyone s business Safety Rules for All Employees It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc that everything possible will be done to protect you from accidents injuries and or occupational disease while on the job Safety is a cooperative undertaking requiring an ever present safety consciousness on the part of every employee If an employee is injured positive action must be taken promptly to see that the employee receives adequate treatment No one likes to see a fellow employee injured by an accident Therefore all operations must be planned to prevent accidents To carry out this policy the following rules will apply 1 All employees shall follow the safe practices and rules contained in this manual and such other rules and practices communicated on the job All employees shall report all unsafe conditions or practices to the proper authority including the supervision on the project and if corrective action is not taken immediately a governmental authority with proper jurisdiction over such practices 2 The RSO shall be responsible for implementing these policies by insisting that employees obser
287. ne such as nip points rotating parts flying chips and sparks The machinery guards must be secure and arranged so they do not present a hazard All special hand tools used for placing and removing material must protect the operator s hands All revolving drums barrels and containers should be guarded by an enclosure that is interlocked with the drive mechanisms so that revolution cannot occur unless the guard enclosure is in place All arbors and mandrels must have firm and secure bearings and be free of play A protective mechanism has been installed to prevent machines from automatically starting when power is restored after a power failure or shutdown Machines should be constructed so as to be free from excessive vibration when the size tool is mounted and run at full speed If the machinery is cleaned with compressed air the air must be pressure controlled and personal protective equipment or other safeguards used to protect operators and other workers from eye and bodily injury All fan blades should be protected by a guard having openings no larger than 1 2 inch when operating within 7 feet of the floor Page 23 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Saws used for ripping equipment must be installed with anti kickback devices and spreaders All radial arm saws must be arranged so that the cutting head will gently return to the back of the table when released
288. ne by informing the site owner of location of hot works and requesting a fire alarm isolation Hot work commenced at am pm Hot work completed at am pm PRECAUTIONS CHECKLIST GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Yes No N A Are flammable and combustibles removed or protected Are available sprinklers hose streams and extinguishers operable Is floor swept clean and wet down where necessary Is arc flash shielding in place Is ventilation adequate Is hot work equipment in good repair Is fire watch required Is fire panel isolated Checked with Site Owner Are smoke thermal detectors isolated Checked with Site Owner Are combustible liquid vapor gasses removed or protected Are combustible floors protected Are flammable liquids dust lint removed or protected Is explosive atmosphere in area eliminated Are all wall and floor openings covered Is construction non combustible and without combustible materials Are combustibles on the other side of wall or ceiling moved away Are fire resistant coverings under works to collect sparks Is enclosed equipment cleaned of all combustibles Are containers purged of flammable liquids vapors Is Fire Watcher required If required has Fire Watcher been briefed Is Fire Watcher trained in use of this equipment and sounding alarm Is Fire Watcher supplied with appropriate fire extinguisher Page 107 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Preven
289. ned below President Director of Safety Manager of Human Resources Safety Contact responsible for Area Workers Compensation Administrator Public law enforcement agency who will contact the coroner Area Federal or State Occupational Safety and Health Office CAL OSHA Director of Safety or a company legal representative must be notified prior to contacting this agency 8 Mine Safety and Health Administration MSHA if they have jurisdiction NOOR OD CAL OSHA Reporting The Director of Safety must be notified before any contact with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration regarding the reporting of work related injuries The general requirements for reporting accidents to CAL OSHA are Within eight 8 hours after the death of any employee from a work related incident or the in patient hospitalization of three or more employees as a result of a work related incident you must orally report the fatality multiple hospitalization by telephone or in person to the Area Office of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration CAL OSHA U S Department of Labor that is nearest to the site of the incident You may also use the CAL OSHA toll free central telephone number 1 800 321 CAL OSHA 1 800 321 6742 If the Area Office is closed the incident must be reported by using the 800 telephone number Accident Prevention Policy Posting Each employee has a personal responsibility to prevent accident
290. ness of all company safety programs and policies and implement any changes that may be necessary to keep all programs and policies current Minutes from these meetings should be recorded and filed for future reference Employee Compliance Page 5 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan This written plan contains incentives designed to promote employee participation in the safety program These incentives are not part of your regular compensation and are not intended to discourage you from reporting accidents Agreement to Participate Every employer is required to provide a safe and healthful workplace Tim Messer Construction Inc is committed to fulfilling this requirement A safe and healthful workplace is one of the highest priorities of Tim Messer Construction Inc The information in this manual constitutes a written injury and illness prevention program While Tim Messer Construction Inc cannot anticipate every workplace hazard the following general principals should guide your conduct To be safe you must never stop being safety conscious Study the guidelines contained in this manual Discuss the workplace situation with the supervisor or the RSO Attend all company sponsored training and safety meetings Read all posters and warnings Listen to instructions carefully Follow the Code of Safe Work Place Practices contained herein Participate in a
291. nform to the colors symbols lettering size and proportions as specified by Tim Messer Construction Inc except that radiation signs must conform to the requirements stated in 10 CFR 20 Every warning sign must include the following components An approved heading that indicates the relative hazard A statement of the type of hazard A statement of what to do or not to do in the area Page 227 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 26 Structural Steel Cranes Rigging Steel Erection Standards Tim Messer Construction Inc will perform all structural steel erection in accordance with the current CAL OSHA standards which were made effective March 18 2002 This revision to the old standard introduces significant changes to the steel erection standard Highlights of these new regulations follows first More detailed explanations follows afterward Highlights of New Standard The Controlling Contractor shall be responsible for Providing suitable access roads laydown and crane operating areas Providing written proof that the structural concrete and structural masonry walls are of sufficient strength to allow steel erection to start Obtaining the Structural Engineer of Record s approval for any anchor bolt modifications Establishing and enforcing lifting zones clear of all personnel except erectors Accepting and taking cus
292. ng All restrooms must be kept clean and sanitary Employees should be screened before taking positions that may expose them to hazards they are not physically capable of handling An employee who takes an assignment which requires physical labor must be trained to lift heavy loads properly so as not to damage themselves physically If the work assignment involves dealing with equipment that produces ultra violet radiation the employee must be properly protected or given the correct protective clothing An employee posted to an assignment on a roadway where there is heavy traffic must be given the designated protective clothing bright colored traffic orange warning vest and safety training regarding the hazards of this job Hazardous Chemical Exposures In any company which utilizes chemical substances a training program on the handling hazards storage exposure risks symptoms of chemical exposure and first aid needs to be part of any new employees training There must also be follow up training sessions as to any new chemical or processes that may be initiated by the company Follow up training sessions act as a reinforcement of safety standards that need to be followed on a daily basis In a training program employees will learn acceptable levels of chemical exposure proper storage and labeling of chemicals and usage of protective clothing and equipment for handling chemicals They will also learn about potential fire and toxicity
293. ng cup and other common utensils are prohibited Toilet Facilities Except as otherwise indicated in this section toilet facilities are provided in all places of employment The number of facilities to be provided shall be based on the number of employees Where toilet rooms will be occupied by no more than one person at a time that can be locked from the inside and contain at least one water closet then separate toilet rooms for each sex in this case need not be provided Where toilet facilities will not be used by women urinals may be provided instead of water closets This requirement does not apply to mobile crews or to normally unattended work locations so long as employees working at these locations have transportation immediately available to nearby toilet facilities which meet the other requirements of this section The sewage disposal method shall not endanger the health of employees Page 262 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Toilet paper with holder shall be provided for every water closet The requirements of this subsection do not apply to mobile crews or to normally unattended work locations Food and Beverages on Premises This section shall apply only where employees are permitted to consume food or beverages or both on the premises Eating and drinking areas No employee shall be allowed to consume food or beverages neither in
294. ng to employees However if an employee is ever in doubt about how to do a job or task safely it is his or her duty to ask a qualified person for assistance Employees are expected to assist management in accident prevention activities Unsafe conditions must be reported immediately Fellow employees that need help should be assisted Everyone is responsible for the housekeeping duties that pertain to their jobs Every injury that occurs on the job even a slight cut or strain must be reported to management and or the Responsible Safety Officer as soon as possible Under no circumstances except emergency trips to the hospital should an employee leave the work site without reporting an injury When you have an accident everyone is hurt Please work safely Safety is everyone s business Sincerely Page 272 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Site Specific Safety Program Tim Messer Construction Inc is a company that is committed to protecting employees clients and the general public on all our projects This premise is a Company value of great importance Our goal is ZERO incidents The following guiding principals will evidence this philosophy and our future success Senior management is responsible to support and monitor the safety health and risk management process Supervision shall possess the skills and commensurate with project responsibil
295. now how to work safely Training must include Tim Messer Construction Inc s health and safety orientation for new employees plus any additional training specific to the nature of hazards on the job employees must complete this training before they can work unsupervised All new employees must attend the new employee orientation within the first month of employment CAL OSHA and other federal regulations spell out several specific health and safety training requirements for special hazards These include but are not limited to radiation safety hazard communication for exposure to hazardous substances asbestos exposure respirator use hearing conservation laser safety confined space hazards and certification for using material in moving equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes Employees who do hazardous work such as working with high voltage power supplies or who are members of building emergency teams are required to have CPR and First Aid certification Managers should identify training needs for the job classifications for which they are responsible Please refer to specific chapters in this manual for further information on training requirements Consult with the Responsible Safety Officer about other training needs and requirements Training not provided by Responsible Safety Officer such as on the job training is the responsibility of line management This includes information on procedural changes or system modificati
296. nstruction Inc will provide the affected workers with asbestos awareness training each year The course must cover the health effects of asbestos exposure the hazards of smoking and asbestos use of respirators locations of asbestos materials and signs of their damage and who to tell and what to do if such materials are dislodged or become non intact Cadmium Exposure Control In its elemental form cadmium is either a blue white metal or a grayish white powder found in lead copper and zinc sulfide ores but most cadmium compounds are highly colored from brown to yellow and red Cadmium s uses vary from an electrode component in alkaline batteries to a stabilizer in plastics OSHA estimates that approximately 70 000 employees in the construction industry are potentially exposed to cadmium Cadmium may be found where work involves construction alterations and repairs The activities include but are not limited to wrecking demolishing and salvaging structures where cadmium or cadmium containing materials are present cutting brazing grinding or welding on surfaces that are painted with cadmium containing paints and transporting storing and disposing of cadmium or cadmium containing materials on the site or location where construction activities are performed Requirements Where Cadmium may be Present Respiratory Protection Where applicable the employer must provide respirators at no cost to employees and ensure that they are use
297. o be performed These hazards include such items as scaffolding surface residues and structural hazards These hazards pose an almost unrecognizable threat when compared to threats posed by oxygen deficiency combustible or lethal gas pockets engulfment entrapment etc These lesser problems however account for more injuries because of oversight A sample of these problems are slips and falls reaction of incompatible materials improper scaffolding electrical shock etc Because of these hazards careful planning must be given to the relationship between the internal structure the exit and the worker D Medical Requirements Medical requirements of employees who enter a confined space must be taken into consideration due to the increased hazard potential In this type setting employees must rely more heavily upon their physical mental and sensory attributes especially under emergency conditions In areas where the hazard potential is high a person certified in CPR and First Aid should be in attendance E Training Training of employees for entering and working in confined spaces is required because of the potential hazards and the use of life saving equipment To ensure worker safety the training program must be especially designed for the type of problems encountered Instructional areas to be covered in the training program are 1 Potential dangers of confined space work 2 Emergency exit procedures 3 Use of respirators
298. of responsibility May assign responsibility or delegate authority for performance of any function but remains accountable to higher management for any oversight or error that leads to injury illness or damage to property Procedures It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc to follow the fundamental principles of safety which are described below A clear understanding of these principles will improve the safety of working with or around electrical equipment Practice proper housekeeping and cleanliness Poor housekeeping is a major factor in many accidents A cluttered area is likely to be both unsafe and inefficient Every employee is responsible for keeping a clean area and every supervisor is responsible for ensuring that his or her areas of responsibility remain clean Page 81 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Identify hazards and anticipate problems Think through what might go wrong and what the consequences would be Do not hesitate to discuss any situation or question with your supervisor and coworkers Resist hurry up pressure Program pressures should not cause you to bypass thoughtful consideration and planned procedures Design for safety Consider safety to be an integral part of the design process Protective devices warning signs and administrative procedures are supplements to good design but can never fully compensa
299. of the completion of root cause investigation 7 Forward all information to the Workers Compensation Administrator within 24 hours of the completion of root cause investigation akRWND Corporate Safety Director The RSO Stephen Ferguson will 1 Notify President and Vice President that incident has occurred 2 Assist Site Safety Representative and Project Manager with Root Cause Investigations 3 Share information with client EH amp S representatives at each site within three days of the completion of Root Cause Investigation The information to be communicated for Significant Events include the following information to the extent possible Type of Event Classification Date Description Root Cause and Factors Lesson Learned Authorized Photographs diagrams and other information that are descriptive of the vent ona oDQa0 0 8 Field Supervision 1 Receive information from Corporate Director of Safety of significant incident that has Page 11 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan occurred 2 Communicate significant incident with all Tim Messer Construction Inc employees on site or project within 24 hours of receiving information from corporate Director of Safety Fatal Events In the event of a fatal event certain government agencies company officials client owners and others as are required to be notified as defi
300. of the boom brake e backward stability of the components and e wind speed weather Manufacturers limitations or those of a registered professional engineer on support of cantilevered booms must be followed Component weights must be readily available Components and their configuration must follow manufacturers recommendations or those of a registered professional engineer The crane must be inspected post assembly Shipping materials pins etc must be removed and stored to prevent a falling hazard Pile driving equipment must not have a jib attached during operation Outriggers and stabilizers must be fully extended or deployed as per the load chart Outriggers must remove the weight from the wheels Floats where used must be attached to the outriggers Specific requirements exist for blocking outriggers and stabilizers and for locomotive cranes Rigging used during assembly disassembly must be done by a qualified rigger The RSO Stephen Ferguson will designate who the qualified riggers are on the project Synthetic slings must be protected from sharp edges etc and according to the manufacturer s recommendations During dismantling none of the pins can be removed when parts are in tension or not fully supported If an employer does not follow manufacturers recommendations it must use procedures that are developed by a qualified person and are as safe POWER LINE SAFETY Before assembly or disassembly of a crane Tim Mess
301. of the falling employee Impacted components shall be removed from service Prompt rescue shall be provided for personnel who have fallen Personal fall arrest systems shall be inspected prior to each use Lifelines subject to cutting or abrasion shall be a minimum of 7 8 inch wire core manila rope All other lifeline applications shall use a minimum of 3 4 inch manila rope or its equivalent Any other personal protective equipment deemed necessary for the task under the Personal Protective Equipment Standard must be worn This includes but is not limited to hardhats gloves safety glasses and steel toed boots Hard hats must be worn within an area beneath elevated work where objects could fall from a height and strike a Page 170 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan worker EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS Equipment inspections will be conducted by personnel prior to use If upon inspection a piece of equipment shows any of the following signs of wear it must immediately be removed from service Consult an approved state vendor for intensive maintenance or inspection of equipment Cuts or frayed edges Abrasions Mildew or mold Undue stretching Chemical burns Dryness Corrosion or charring Broken stitches Inner fiber fuzziness Rivets that are loose or distorted Substances that have penetrated and hardened in the fibers
302. off the ground the following are manual lifting steps Make sure of good footing and set your feet about 10 to 15 inches apart It may help to set one foot forward of the other Assume a knee bend or squatting position keeping your back straight and upright Get a firm grip and lift the object by straightening your knees not your back Carry the load close to your body not on extended arms To turn or change your position shift your feet don t twist your back The steps for setting an object on the ground are the same as above but in reverse Mechanical Lifting Mechanical devices must be used for lifting and moving objects that are too heavy or bulky for safe manual handling by employees Employees who have not been trained must not operate power driven mechanical devices to lift or move objects of any weight Page 132 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Heavy objects that require special handling or rigging must be moved only by riggers or under the guidance of employees specifically trained and certified to move heavy objects Inspections Each mechanical lifting or moving device must be inspected periodically Each lifting device must also be inspected before lifting a load near its rated capacity Defective equipment must be repaired before it is used The rated load capacity of lifting equipment must not be exceeded Material moving eq
303. ol belts Do not carry tools in your clothing Page 127 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Powder Actuated Tools 1 Wear impact resistant safety goggles or face shields when operating any powder actuated tools 2 When using powder actuated tools do not drive fasteners into structural steel without first looking to see if the steel is backed by a steel plate or barricade and to see if all personnel are away from the direct line of fire 3 Do not attempt to fasten through a pre drilled hole unless the powder actuated tool has a hole locator 4 Keep your head and body behind the powder actuated tool when firing it 5 Do not fasten steel beams at a distance closer than 1 2 inch from the edge of the steel 6 Before using powder actuated tools do not alter bypass or remove the shield or guard at the muzzle end of the powder actuated tool 7 Do not load a powder actuated tool until you are ready to fire it Company Provided Tools Tim Messer Construction Inc provides hand and powered portable tools that meet accepted safety standards A damaged or malfunctioning tool must not be used it must be turned in for servicing and a tool in good condition obtained to complete the job Employees must use the correct tool for the work to be performed if they are unfamiliar with the operation of the tool they must request instruction from their supervis
304. om site characterization and analysis work required in paragraph c of this section shall be used to prepare and update the site safety and health plan iv Effectiveness of site safety an health plan Inspections Page 256 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan shall be conducted by the site safety and health supervisor or in the absence of that individual another individual who is knowledgeable in occupational safety and health acting on behalf of the employer as necessary to determine the effectiveness of the site safety and health plan Any deficiencies in the effectiveness of the site safety and health plan shall be corrected by the employer Site Characterization and Analysis General Hazardous waste sites shall be evaluated in accordance with this paragraph to identify specific site hazards and to determine the appropriate safety and health control procedures needed to protect employees from the identified hazards Preliminary Evaluation A preliminary evaluation of a site s characteristics shall be performed prior to site entry by a qualified person in order to aid in the selection of appropriate employee protection methods prior to site entry Immediately after initial site entry a more detailed evaluation of the site s specific characteristics shall be performed by a qualified person in order to further identify existing site hazards and to further ai
305. onditions prior to the actual start of construction work or after all construction work has been completed This exemption does not apply when inspections are carried out six feet or less from an unprotected edge Under CAL OSHA s interpretation work conducted within six feet of an unprotected edge i e roof line must comply with the Fall Protection Standard Training Training in fall protection must be obtained prior to working where potential for a fall exists This training will be conducted by an authorized training resource Training will consist of learning to identify fall hazards minimize fall hazards and the function use inspection and maintenance of personal fall arrest systems PFAS and other restraint equipment Trainees will also be taught how to identify and inspect anchor points substantial members of the building structure or securely rigged lines which will safely suspend the worker in case of fall Only attendees of the fall hazard training classes will be allowed to conduct work where potential for a fall exists Training shall be provided by Tim Messer Construction Inc to all affected workers before they are exposed to fall hazards Retraining shall occur when any of the following are noted Deficiencies in training Workplace changes Fall Protection Systems or equipment changes that render previous training obsolete Workers who complete fall protection training will have written training certification showing
306. one by methods that ensure the safety of both the employee and the material It is Tim Messer Construction Inc policy that employees whose work assignments require heavy lifting be properly trained and physically qualified by medical examination if deemed necessary Page 131 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The following are rules for manual lifting Inspect the load to be lifted for sharp edges slivers and wet or greasy spots Wear gloves when lifting or handling objects with sharp or splintered edges These gloves must be free of oil grease or other agents that may cause a poor grip Inspect the route over which the load is to be carried It should be in plain view and free of obstructions or spillage that could cause tripping or slipping Consider the distance the load is to be carried Recognize the fact your gripping power may weaken over long distances Size up the load and make a preliminary heft to be sure the load is easily within your lifting capacity If it is not get help If team lifting is required personnel should be similar in size and physique One person should act as leader and give the commands to lift lower etc Two persons carrying a long piece of pipe or lumber should carry it on the same shoulder and walk in step Shoulder pads should be used to prevent cutting shoulders and help reduce fatigue To lift an object
307. onnector procedures The employer shall ensure that each connector has been provided training Controlled Decking Zone Procedures Where CDZs are being used the employer shall assure that each employee has been provided training INTRODUCTION This section covers all cranes and derricks used in construction with several exceptions The exceptions include tow trucks used to lift vehicles and clear wrecks dedicated drilling rigs tree trimming and removal work gin poles for erecting communications towers helicopter cranes articulating kKnuckle boom trucks when used to transfer materials from a crane truck to the ground and cranes used in railroad operations which are covered by the Federal Railway Administration GROUND CONDITIONS Tim Messer Construction Inc must ensure that the ground conditions are safe to support crane use inform the equipment users and operators of the location of any ground hazards e g voids tanks utilities and talk with the operator or assembly director about what must be done to assure safe ground conditions Equipment must not be assembled or used unless ground conditions are firm drained and graded to a sufficient extent so that in conjunction if necessary with the use of supporting materials the equipment manufacturer s specifications for adequate support and degree of level of the equipment are met ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY Manufacturers procedures and prohibitions for assembly and disassem
308. ons that impact safety Responsible Safety Officer provides several health and safety training courses technical assistance on training needs and resources to help supervisors fulfill their training responsibilities Educational resources such as fact sheets hazard summaries and other written materials as well as videos or slide shows are available from Responsible Safety Officer Supervisors can get a catalog from Responsible Safety Officer describing audio visual materials that may be used to supplement safety training programs Page 190 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan ALL health and safety training must be documented Supervisors must note the participants names and employee numbers topics discussed instructor s and date Supervisors are responsible for maintaining training records A copy of this information should be sent to the Responsible Safety Officer training education coordinator for inclusion in Tim Messer Construction Inc s training data base Page 191 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 22 Asbestos Cadmium Chromium Lead Exposure Control Management Asbestos Management Tim Messer Construction Inc is subject to the OSHA asbestos regulations because we have employees Regardless of whether or not we work in an asbestos containing
309. onsible for final rigging and for carrying out whatever moves have been designated Before any movement takes place however each representative must approve the rigging and other procedures associated with the intended move Each must respect the responsibility and authority of the other to prevent or terminate any action he or she judges to be unsafe or otherwise improper The supervisor must make certain that personnel know how to move objects safely by hand or with mechanical devices in the operations normal to the area and must permit only those employees who are formally qualified by training and certification to operate a fork truck crane or hoist The supervisor must enforce the use of safe lifting techniques and maintain lifting equipment in good mechanical condition Employees are required to observe all established safety regulations relating to safe lifting techniques The Responsible Safety Officer provides training programs followed by certification for employees who have demonstrated the ability to operate fork trucks of up to 4 ton capacity and for incidental crane operations that require no special rigging Slings Guy Lines Load lines 1 Do not overload slings 2 Do not drag slings along the ground or floor 3 Inspect cables and slings frequently Before inspecting clean surface dirt from the sling to reveal any hidden nicks gouges or other damage If during inspection or at any other time you notice that a sling is defe
310. onstitute a hazard A minimum clearance of 36 inches must be maintained around electrical power panels Wiring and cables must be installed in a safe and orderly manner preferably in cable trays Machinery and possible contact points with electrical power must have appropriate guarding The controls for temporary equipment must be located to prevent inadvertent actuation or awkward manipulation When heat producing equipment must be installed avoid accidental ignition of combustible materials or touching of surfaces above 60 degrees C 140 F Every work location must be provided with illumination that meets CAL OSHA requirements Evaluation of illumination quality and requirements is made by the Responsible Safety Officer but the supervisor of an area is responsible for obtaining and maintaining suitable illumination Page 134 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Areas without natural lighting and areas where hazardous operations are conducted must be provided with enough automatically activated emergency lighting to permit exit or entry of personnel if the primary lighting fails Forklift Operators The Responsible Safety Officer must be notified whenever it is desired to acquire a crane from excess sources CAL OSHA Standards for Forklifts Forklift users must familiarize themselves with and comply with CAL OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910 178 and ANSI B56 1
311. ontainers and stored so they are not exposed to stormwater Do not allow exits passageways or access to equipment to become obstructed by either stored materials or materials and equipment that is being used Arrange stored materials safely to prevent tipping falling collapsing rolling or spreading that is any undesired and unsafe motion Do not exceed the rated floor capacity of stored material for the area The load limit and the maximum height to which material may be stacked must be posted Place materials such as cartons boxes drums lumber pipe and bar stock in racks or in stable piles as appropriate for the type of material Store materials that are radioactive fissile flammable explosive oxidizing Page 59 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan corrosive or pyrophoric only under conditions approved for the specific use by the Responsible Safety Officer Segregate and store incompatible materials in separate locations Remove items that will not be required for extended periods from work areas and put them in warehouse storage Call for assistance Every work location must be provided with illumination that meets CAL OSHA requirements Evaluation of illumination quality and requirements is made by the Responsible Safety Officer but the supervisor of an area is responsible for obtaining and maintaining suitable illumination
312. ontrol program shall as a minimum include A site map site work zones the use of a buddy system site communications including alerting means for emergencies the standard operating procedures or safe work practices and identification of the nearest medical assistance Where these requirements are covered elsewhere they need not be repeated Training General All employees working on site such as but not limited to equipment operators general laborers and others exposed to hazardous substances health hazards or safety hazards and their supervisors and management responsible for the site shall receive training meeting the requirements of this paragraph before they are permitted to engage in hazardous waste operations that could expose them to hazardous substances safety or health hazards and they shall receive review training as specified in this paragraph Employees shall not be permitted to participate in or supervise field activities until they have been trained to a level required by their job function and responsibility Elements to be covered The training shall thoroughly cover the following Page 259 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan i Names of personnel and alternates responsible for site safety and health ii Safety health and other hazards present on the site iii Use of PPE iv Work practices by which the employee can minimize
313. ood trusses When landing a load only essential personnel are allowed in the fall zone and only when necessary to guide monitor and or detach attach a load OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS Employers must make sure that equipment operators are qualified by training or experience and certified to operate the equipment Operators can become certified through testing by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or through an audit by their employer They may be qualified by the U S military They can also be licensed by Page 244 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan a government entity Certification licensing is through a written and practical test Certification through a nationally accredited testing agency is portable and good for five years Certifications by Tim Messer Construction Inc or the military are not portable but are also valid for up to five years Operators in training who are not yet certified must be continuously monitored except for short breaks by a certified operator who has passed at least the written test As necessary tests may be administered verbally or in other languages Certification is only good for a specific piece of equipment and a certain maximum capacity This requirement has a four year phase in period Within 4 years of November 8th 2010 employers must ensure operators be qualified certified by one of the following method
314. opriate safety glasses face shields etc must be worn while using hand tools or equipment which might produce flying materials or be subject to breakage Eye and face protection must be worn when driving in tempered spuds or nails Check your tools often for wear or defect Jacks must be checked periodically to Page 44 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan assure they are in good operating condition Tool handles must be wedged tightly into the heads of tools Tool cutting edges should be kept sharp enough so the tool will move smoothly without binding or skipping When not in use tools should be stored in a dry secure location Ladders Check ladders each and every time before you climb Ladders should be maintained in good condition joints between steps and side rails should be tight hardware and fittings securely attached and movable parts operating freely without binding or undue play Non slip safety feet are provided on each ladder Ladder rungs and steps should be free of grease and oil Employees are prohibited from using ladders that are broken missing steps rungs or cleats or that have broken side rails or other faulty equipment It is prohibited to place a ladder in front of doors opening toward the ladder except when the door is blocked open locked or guarded It is prohibited to place ladders on boxes barrels or other unstable bases to
315. or before starting the job Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that their subordinates are properly trained in the operation of any tool that they are expected to operate An employee is not permitted to use a powder actuated tool unless instructed and licensed by the manufacturer Grounding Tools that are not double insulated must be effectively grounded and tested Testing must be accomplished before initial issue after repairs and after any incident that could cause damage such as dropping or exposure to a wet environment Grounded tools must always be used with an effectively grounded circuit Any extension cord used with a grounded tool must be a three wire grounded type Electric powered hand tools used on construction sites on temporary wired circuits or in wet environments will be used in conjunction with an approved ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI The responsibility for implementing and maintaining this program rests with the individual supervisors involved Page 128 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Tool testing equipment will be maintained by the Responsible Safety Officer Documentation of tool testing will be maintained by the group owning powered hand tools Repairs of defective tools will only be made by qualified electrical personnel Machine Equipment Safety 1 Replace the guards before starting machines aft
316. or particular scaffold assemblies are to be followed over and above any CAL OSHA regulation 1 Each scaffold and scaffold component used will support without failure its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to it 2 When non adjustable suspension scaffolds are used each suspension rope including connecting hardware will support without failure at least six times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to that rope 3 Capacity each scaffold and scaffold component shall be capable of supporting without failure its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to it SUPPORTED SCAFFOLDS 1 Direct connections to roofs and floors and counterweights used to balance adjustable suspension scaffolds shall be capable of resisting at least 4 times the tipping moment imposed by the scaffold operating at the rated load of the hoist or 1 5 minimum times the tipping moment imposed by the scaffold operating at the stall load of the hoist whichever is greater 2 Each suspension rope including connecting hardware used on non adjustable suspension scaffolds shall be capable of supporting without failure at least 6 times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to that rope 3 Each suspension rope including connecting hardware used on adjustable suspension scaffolds shall be capable of supporting without failure at least 6 times t
317. or while they are being instituted appropriate respiratory protection must be used in accordance with Tim Messer Construction Inc s requirements as prescribed by CAL OSHA amp ANSI Standard Practices for Respiratory Protection Every worker who uses a negative pressure cartridge or canister respirator must be included in the program Workers using other types of respirators may be required to comply with some program requirements Lightweight single use respirators may sometimes be worn in situations where respiratory protection is required such as to control exposure to airborne particles However workers must be fit tested with the make and model of respirator they will wear instructed in its use and meet the other maintenance and quality assurance components requirements of this program Responsibilities To ensure that the respiratory protection program is conducted in accordance with CAL OSHA amp ANSI certain responsibilities are required of each employee supervisor Responsible Safety Officer and the employer medical services provider An employee has the responsibility to use provided respiratory protection in accordance with this program Male employees must remain clean shaven where an issued respirator touches their face this is to assure proper fit of the respirator under conditions of use Employees are also responsible for Page 143 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc
318. ork A regulated area must be established It must be demarcated in any manner that minimizes the number of persons in the area and protects persons outside the area from exposure to airborne asbestos Signs must be provided and displayed Medical surveillance is required for all workers doing Class IV work who are exposed to asbestos above the PELs for 30 or more days per year The 30 day requirement excludes days in which less than one hour is spent in Class III work when required work practices are followed Page 193 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Our employees may be exposed to asbestos hazards under circumstances covered by the OSHA General Industry Asbestos Standard This involves work that is not related to construction activities defined by the four classes of asbestos construction work described in 29 CFR1926 1101 The General Industry Asbestos Standard is found in 29 CFR 1910 1001 Routine housekeeping activities during which employees contact or work in close proximity to accessible asbestos is an important example of work covered by the General Industry Standard Accessible asbestos is any known or presumed asbestos containing material that is not sealed or enclosed or maintained in an intact condition that makes release of airborne asbestos fibers unlikely The following summarizes the requirements of the General Industry Standard Tim Messer Co
319. ormwork Formwork shall be designed fabricated erected supported braced and maintained so that it will be capable of supporting without failure all vertical and lateral loads that may reasonably be anticipated to be applied to the formwork Formwork which is designed fabricated erected supported braced and maintained in conformance with the CAL OSHA CFR Part 1926 Subpart Q Appendix will be deemed to meet the CAL OSHA requirements Drawings or plans including all revisions for the jack layout formwork including shoring equipment working decks and scaffolds shall be available at the jobsite All Shoring equipment including equipment used in reshoring operations shall be inspected prior to erection to determine that the equipment meets the requirements specified in the formwork drawings Shoring equipment found to be damaged such that its strength is reduced to less than that required by 1926 703 a 1 shall not be used for shoring Erected shoring equipment shall be inspected immediately prior to during and immediately after concrete placement Shoring equipment that is found to be damaged or weakened after erection such that its strength is reduced to less than that required by 1926 703 a 1 shall be immediately reinforced The sills for shoring shall be sound rigid and capable of carrying the maximum intended load All base plates shore heads extension devices and adjustment screws shall be in firm contact and secur
320. other waste at the point of origin 2 Medical Infectious waste except for sharps e g razor blades broken glass needles etc capable of puncturing or cutting must be contained in double disposable red bags conspicuously labeled with the words INFECTIOUS WASTE BIOHAZARD 3 Infectious sharps must be contained for disposal in leak proof rigid puncture resistant containers 4 Infectious waste thus contained as described in procedures 2 and 3 above must be placed in reusable or disposable leak proof bins or barrels which must be conspicuously labeled with the words INFECTIOUS WASTE BIOHAZARD These waste barrels Page 269 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan are be picked up regularly by an outside company licensed to handle infectious wastes 5 Spills Disinfectants a solution of sodium hypo chlorite household bleach diluted 1 9 with water must be used to disinfect following initial cleanup of a spill with a chemical germicide approved as a hospital disinfectant Spills must be cleaned up immediately 6 After removing gloves and or after contact with body fluids hands and other skin surfaces must be washed thoroughly and immediately with soap or other disinfectant in hot water 7 Other biological wastes that do not contain radioactive or hazardous substances may be disinfected by steam sterilization autoclave and then disposed of in
321. ouis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Personal Protective Equipment PPE PPE shall be provided and used during initial site entry in accordance with the following requirements Based upon the results of the preliminary site evaluation an ensemble of PPE shall be selected and used during initial site entry which will provide protection to a level of exposure below permissible exposure limits and published exposure levels for known or suspected hazardous substances and health hazards and which will provide protection against the known and suspected hazards identified during the preliminary site evaluation If there s no permissible exposure limit or published exposure level the employer may use other published studies and information as a guide to appropriate personal protective equipment If positive pressure self contained breathing apparatus is not used as part of the entry ensemble and if respiratory protection is warranted by the potential hazards identified during the preliminary site evaluation an escape self contained breathing apparatus of at least five minute s duration shall be carried by employees during initial site entry If the preliminary site evaluation does not produce sufficient information to identify the hazards or suspected hazards of the site an ensemble providing equivalent to Level B PPE shall be provided as minimum protection and direct reading instruments shall be used as appropriate
322. oval of accumulated oil and water Compressed air receivers must be periodically drained of moisture and oil All safety valves shall be tested frequently and at regular intervals to determine whether they are in good operating condition A current operating permit issued by the Division of Occupational Safety and Health shall be maintained The inlet of air receivers and piping systems must be kept free of accumulated oil and carbonaceous materials Compressed Gas and Cylinders Cylinders with a water weight capacity over 30 pounds must be equipped with means for connecting a valve protector device or with a collar or recess to protect the valve Cylinders must be legibly marked to identify clearly the gas contained Compressed gas cylinders should be stored only in areas which are protected from external heat sources such as flame impingement intense radiant heat electric arcs or high temperature lines Cylinders must not be located or stored in areas where they will be damaged by passing or falling objects or subject to tampering by unauthorized persons Cylinders must be stored or transported in a manner to prevent them from creating a hazard by tipping falling or rolling All cylinders containing liquefied fuel gas must be stored or transported in a position so that the safety relief device is always in direct contact with the vapor space in the cylinder Valve protectors must always be placed on cylinders when the cylinders are not in use or
323. part of the initial response and not post emergency response However if a group of an employer s own employees separate from the group providing initial response performs the clean up operation then the separate group of employees would be considered to be performing post emergency response and subject to paragraph q 11 of this section Qualified person means a person with specific training knowledge and experience in the area for which the person has the responsibility and the authority to control Site safety and health supervisor or official means the individual located on a hazardous waste site who is responsible to the employer and has the authority and knowledge necessary to implement the site safety and health plan and verify compliance with applicable safety and health requirements Small quantity generator means a generator of hazardous wastes who in any calendar month generates no more than 1 000 kilograms 2 205 pounds of hazardous waste in that month Uncontrolled hazardous waste site means an area identified as an uncontrolled hazardous waste site by a governmental body whether Federal state local or other where an accumulation of hazardous substances creates a threat to the health and safety of individuals or the environment or both Some sites are found on public lands such as those created by former municipal county or state landfills where illegal or poorly managed waste disposal has taken place Other sites are fo
324. permitted to enter the zone The limited access zone shall remain in place until the wall is adequately supported to prevent overturning and to prevent collapse unless the height of wall is over eight feet in which case the limited access zone shall remain in place until the requirements of paragraph b of this section have been met All masonry walls over eight feet in height shall be adequately braced to prevent overturning and to prevent collapse unless the wall is adequately supported so that it will not overturn or collapse The bracing shall remain in place until permanent supporting elements of the structure are in place Page 184 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 20 Excavations Prior to Starting Work Excavation work whether it be pit excavations or trenching is required to be assessed first by a competent person The RSO Stephen Ferguson has on file who is qualified and designated as competent persons for excavation Unlike some other types of works excavation work relies to a great extent on having almost continuous supervision by a competent person at all stages of progress Before starting work a competent person must make a hazard assessment or Excavation Safety Plan of the area to be worked This includes the following Understand the nature of the area to be worked Areas to be worked have normal characteristics that requir
325. pparent deficiencies Some inspection items shall include e the control mechanisms for maladjustments e the control and drive mechanisms for excessive wear or contaminants e pressurized lines for deterioration or leakage e hydraulic system for proper fluid level e hooks and latches for damage or wear e wire rope reeving for compliance with manufacturer s specifications e wire rope electrical apparatus tires for proper inflation and condition e ground conditions e equipment level position before each shift and after each move and setup e operator cab windows for defects and e rail systems for equipment running on rails Page 240 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan If any deficiencies are found the competent person must determine if they present a safety hazard If so equipment must be taken out of service until the deficiency is corrected Another inspection must be made and documented with results name and signature of the inspector Equipment must be inspected monthly by a competent person and documented Documentation must include the following items checked results of inspection and name and signature of the inspector Documentation must be retained for 3 months Documented monthly inspection not required if the daily inspection is documented and records are retained for 3 months More in depth annual inspections by a qualif
326. r lock key multiple lock hasp tags lights fans barriers and fire extinguisher Page 77 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan C Portable radios D Harness lifelines wristlets tripod and winch E Permit or checklist Page 78 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PERMIT NOTE This form must be completed prior to entry of the confined space and posted near the entry opening Upon completion of the project or expiration of a permit a copy must be forwarded to EHSS Date of Issue Expiration Date Time Time Location of Space Description of Space Purpose of Entry Hazard Assessment Attendant s Signature of Employees to Enter SAFETY YN PERSONAL PROTECTIVE YN EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS EQUIPMENT PIPE LINES PURGES OR FLUSHED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR TYPE AREA SECURE AND SIGNS POSTED SAFETY GLASSES OR GOGGLES TRIPOD RETRIEV AL SYSTEM HARD HAT COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT CHEMICAL RESISTANT CLOTHING GAS DETECTOR se an BOOTS AND OR FIRE EXTINGUISHER HEARING PROTECTION GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPT CHEST HARNESS AND LIFE LINE LIGHTING OTHER LOCKOUT TAGOUT PIPE LINES CAPPED OR BLANKED MECHANICAL VENTILATION TIME DATE LEL 10 0 19 5 H2S 10ppm CO 35ppm INITIALS INSTRUMENT 23 5 SUPERVISOR AUTHORIZING ENTRY PRINT SIGNATURE
327. r or airborne dust Examples of the source of these substances include 1 The manufacturing process itself 2 The product being stored 3 The operation being performed in the confined space e g welding or brazing certain metals 4 Leakage of lines within the space 5 Leakage of substances into the space from the outside Certain gases are prevalent in various vessels one is carbon monoxide CO This odorless and colorless gas has approximately the same density as air and is formed from the incomplete combustion of such materials as wood oil gas etc It has poor warning signals as to its level of intoxification Higher levels more than 1 000 ppm can occur without warning and are almost always fatal Another prevalently released gas is hydrogen sulfide H S Hydrogen sulfide may be formed several ways but the most common way occurs when hydrochloric acid is combined with iron sulfide as in the cleaning of vessel walls Another common source of hydrogen sulfide is microbial breakdown of organic material such as sewage manure garbage etc Irritant Corrosive Atmospheres Irritant or corrosive atmospheres can be divided into primary and secondary groups Primary irritants exert no systemic toxic effects The adverse effect exerted by them on the respiratory tract is direct irritation to the tissue Examples of these are hydrochloric acid sulfuric acid and ammonia A secondary irritant produces toxic effects plus surface
328. r fit test or while wearing a respirator In each of these cases your employer must make available to you appropriate medical examinations or consultations These must be provided at no cost to you and at a reasonable time and place The standard contains a procedure whereby you can obtain a second opinion by a physician of your choice if the employer selected the initial physician 56 FR 24686 May 31 1991 Page 214 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 23 Traffic and Transportation Control Traffic Control Measures Any workers of Tim Messer Construction Inc performing traffic control shall at a minimum be familiar with the applicable sections of ANSI Standards D6 1 1971 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways In lieu of this standard all flaggers or workers erecting moving and maintaining traffic control devices shall perform all work in accordance with applicable sections of the State DOT traffic control regulations All flaggers required by State DOT to be certified shall be certified before starting any work Hand signaling by flagmen shall be by use of red flags at least eighteen inches square or sign paddles or at night by the use of red lights Warning Vest Workers exposed to vehicular traffic including flagmen shall be protected by the use of red or orange warning vests reflectorized type if used a
329. r further exposure to the hazard remove all injured persons if possible and leave the immediate vicinity If there is no threat of further injury or exposure the employee should leave seriously injured personnel where they are Show the ranking emergency response officer where the incident occurred inform him or her of the hazards associated with the area provide any other information that will help avoid injuries and do as he or she requests Training Requirements Tim Messer Construction Inc shall review the Employee Emergency Action Plan Page 98 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan with each applicable employee initially when the plan is developed when the employee s responsibilities or designated duties change and whenever the plan is changed Applicability Employers with 10 ten or fewer employees may communicate the plan orally and the employer need not maintain a written plan in the workplace Page 99 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 8 Fire Protection Program Hot Work Introduction Policy and planning for fire safety at Tim Messer Construction Inc takes into account the special fire hazards for specific operating areas the protection of high value property and the safety of employees These ends are met by Non combustibl
330. r of in Inches Clamps per Eye in Inches Clamps per Eye 3 16 2 11 8 5 1 4 2 11 4 5 5 16 2 13 8 6 3 8 2 11 2 6 7 16 2 15 8 6 1 2 3 1 3 4 7 5 8 3 2 8 3 4 4 2 1 8 8 7 8 4 2 1 4 8 1 4 Attach a wire rope clamp as follows a Place the u bolt on the dead or short side of the rope and the saddle on the live or long side Remember the phrase Never saddle a dead horse b Attach the clamp farthest from the eye first Tighten it c Place the clamp nearest the eye next Don t tighten it d Place any other clamps in position loosely e Minimum spacing of clamps is six times the rope diameter f Place a light load on the rope to stretch it and equalize tension g Tighten all clamps Be careful not to tighten the clamps so much that they unduly distort the rope 3 Do not use manila rope close to welding operations or other sources of heat If rope has been exposed to high heat check its condition carefully before using it again Page 250 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 4 Keep manila rope as dry and clean as possible Protect it from acid fumes and chemicals Inspect the center strands frequently from rotting or other damage 5 Avoid overloading and shock loading 6 Protect the rope from sharp edges and sharp bends with softeners or other padding Protect rope from chafing and kinks 7 Coil or uncoil wir
331. r outside contractors must be maintained in a fire safe condition and accessible to emergency response forces Life Safety Code The Life Safety Code of the National Fire Protection Association NFPA 101 requires that emergency lighting be provided for means of egress in certain areas The Code states emergency lighting is required in exit corridors in any office type building where the building is two or more stories in height above the level of exit discharge In industrial occupancies such as laboratories and shops the Code requires emergency lighting in all exit aisles corridors and passageways Emergency lighting may be installed in areas where not required by the Code when such areas present an egress hazard during a power failure Several types of emergency lights that satisfy the specifications of the Life Safety Code are Battery Type Only rechargeable batteries may be used The rating of the battery must be such that it provides power for illumination for one and one half hours in the event of a failure of normal lighting Generator Type When emergency lighting is provided by an electric generator a delay of not more than 10 seconds is permitted Exit sign lights when burned out should be reported to Maintenance for service Exit Corridors Exit corridors must not be used for storage The Life Safety Code NFPA 101 requires that buildings designed for human occupancy must have continuous and unobstructed exits to p
332. rategically located pull boxes The emergency actions of personnel and the evacuation procedures for each building or operating area are usually set forth in the Operational Safety Procedures for each building and posted near the main entrance or fire exit or elevator Never use the elevator in case of a fire Fire Doors Automatic fire doors and dampers are provided at strategic points to close and block the spread of smoke and fire when these are sensed by automatic detectors Automatic fire doors must never be blocked or left in disrepair so that they cannot close and latch automatically as intended in the event of a fire Self closing fire doors are those doors designed and installed to close each time after being opened They too must never be blocked wedged or tied open If such doors must be kept open the self closers must be replaced with approved automatic smoke activated release hold open devices Fire Exits Exit corridors must not be used for storage The Life Safety Code NFPA 101 requires that buildings designed for human occupancy must have continuous and unobstructed exits to permit prompt evacuation of the occupants and allow necessary access for responding emergency personnel The intent of the Code is to keep exits free from obstructions and clear of combustible materials Attention to housekeeping therefore is very important Temporary storage of furniture equipment supplies or anything else is not permitted in exit
333. ratory equipment CPR first aid and be able to employ rescue equipment that will remove the individual from the confined area Standby personnel should be in teams of two during such an operation or else within the vicinity if working separately There must also be an effective communication system utilized while the operation is occurring When equipment which utilizes oxygen such as salamanders torches or furnaces is used in a confined space adequate ventilation must be provided to guarantee oxygen content and combustion for the equipment When this equipment is used adequate measures must be taken to assure that exhaust gases are vented outside the enclosure When gas welding or burning is used hoses must be checked for leaks Compressed bottled gas must be outside the area and torches must be lit outside the area also The atmosphere must be tested each time before lighting a torch Environmental Controls Page 29 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan All employees must be aware of the hazards involved when working with chemicals and the remedies that need to be used when an accident does occur A training program will give instructions on how to handle the chemical being used and first aid to be applied to victims of chemical exposure First aid and caution signs will be conspicuously posted so as to alert individuals on a constant basis Charts identify
334. reafter The content of the training program will include Site Policy Types and transmission of Blood Borne Pathogens General Safety Rules Universal Precautions Use of Personal Protective Equipment Medical or iv drug use Waste Disposal Procedures Post Exposure Treatment and Procedures HBV Vaccinations Documentation of training shall be done by the RSO or designated representative Page 265 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan All Employees not affected by this Program will receive an overview of the program requirements during scheduled department Safety Meetings with documentation by Safety Meeting Minutes Form Hepatitis B Virus HBV Vaccinations Those workers required to provide first aid or emergency response duties on a routine basis will be offered Hepatitis B Virus HBV Vaccinations at Tim Messer Construction Inc s expense Employees that transfer to a job or their job is reclassified to include exposure to blood borne pathogens will be offered HBV Vaccinations within 10 working days of the transfer or reclassification The choice for HBV vaccination is not mandatory If an affected Employee chooses not to have the vaccination at the initial offering they will have the opportunity to be vaccinated when they are ready Tim Messer Construction Inc through the RSO will document the offer acceptance or declination and vaccination
335. reas when appropriate hardhats are common in our industry There was a time about one hundred years ago when no one wore a hardhat But over time the value of hardhats to save lives was firmly proven so that the entire industry now accepts this safety device as a natural article of clothing like a football player wearing a helmet during a game Sometimes a person fails to wear a hardhat either through forgetfulness or through underestimating the risk of head injury which can be prevented by wearing one Remember that all it takes is a carelessly dropped tool or piece of material coming down on your head to cause severe injury or even death There are a number of workers disabled with various type of head injuries and vision problems because they didn t wear a hardhat When you wear a hardhat wear it right Keep it squarely on your head with the inside band properly adjusted See you supervisor if you re having trouble adjusting the hardhat Work Environment General Work sites must be clean and orderly Work surfaces must be kept dry or appropriate means taken to assure the surfaces are slip resistant Spills must be cleaned up immediately All combustible scrap debris and waste must be stored safely and removed promptly Combustible dust must be cleaned up with a vacuum system to prevent the dust from going into suspension The accumulated combustible dust must be removed routinely Metallic or conductive dust must be prevented fro
336. ring gloves Do not use dull cracked or bent drill bits Hydraulic Pneumatic Tools eS On Do not point a compressed air hose at bystanders or use it to clean your clothing Tag defective or damaged tools Out of Service to prevent usage of the tool Do not use tools that have handles with burrs or cracks Do not use compressors if their belt guards are missing Replace belt guards before use Turn the tool off and let it come to a complete stop before leaving it unattended Disconnect the tool from the air line before making any adjustments or repairs to the tool General Hand Tool Safety 1 2 3 2 om Tag worn damaged or defective tools Out of Service and do not use them Do not use a tool if its handle has splinters burrs cracks splits or if the head of the tool is loose Do not use impact tools such as hammers chisels punches or steel stakes that have mushroomed heads When handing a tool to another person direct sharp points and cutting edges away from yourself and the other person When using knives shears or other cutting tools cut in a direction away from your body Do not carry sharp or pointed hand tools such as screwdrivers scribes snips scrapers chisels or files in your pocket unless the tool or pocket is sheathed Do not perform make shift repairs to tools Do not throw tools from one location to another or from one employee to another Transport hand tools only in tool boxes or to
337. riod of at least two 2 years 3 Employee Drug Testing a Reasonable Suspicion Testing All employees will be tested when there is a reasonable suspicion that the employee is using or has used drugs in violation of the program b Random Testing To the extent allowed by law employees in safety sensitive or special risk positions will be required to submit to drug testing on a random basis Those positions designated as safety sensitive are described on a list maintained on file in the Human Resources Department c Routine Fitness for Duty Testing Employees will be subject to drug testing if the test is conducted as part of a routinely scheduled employee fitness for duty medical examination applicable to all similarly situated employees d Return to Duty Testing Any employee who does not pass a test and has not been fired may not return to work until meeting the Return to Duty requirements established by this program e Follow up Testing All employees who have entered drug rehabilitation programs while employed by Tim Messer Construction Inc may be subject to periodic follow up tests as may be required f Position Change Testing To the extent allowed by law employees moving from a non safety sensitive special risk position to one designated as safety sensitive or special risk as a result of a formal personnel action shall be required to successfully pass a drug test within 48 hours of receiving notification that they have been s
338. rk in the heat that occurs gradually when a person is exposed to it Acclimatization peaks in most people within four to fourteen days of regular work for about two hours per day in the heat Environmental risk factors for heat illness means working conditions that create the possibility that heat illness could occur including air temperature relative humidity radiant heat from the sun and other sources conductive heat sources such as the ground air movement workload severity and duration protective clothing and Page 151 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan personnel protective equipment worn by employees The term heat illness means a serious medical condition resulting from the body s inability to cope with a particular heat load and includes heat cramps heat exhaustion heat syncope and heat stroke Personal risk factors for heat illness means factors such as an individual s age degree of acclimatization health water consumption alcohol consumption caffeine consumption and use of prescription medications that affect the body s water retention or other physiological responses to heat Preventative recovery period means a period of time to recover from the heat in order to prevent heat illness The term shade means blockage of direct sunlight Canopies umbrellas and other temporary structures or devices
339. rly designed over pressure relief devices Use of air pressurized research equipment must be approved by the Responsible Safety Officer Building compressed air house air may be used to dry parts and to help accomplish many other jobs in the shop or laboratory but always ensure that no one is in line with the air stream and always wear goggles or a face shield Compressed air must not be used for breathing unless it has been especially installed for this purpose and such use has been approved by Responsible Safety Officer Never apply air pressure to the body or use compressed air to clean clothing Compressed air injected into the body openings can be fatal Compressed air used to clean clothing drives particles into the fabric where they can cause skin irritation and infections Use a clothes brush Compressed air must not be used to transfer liquids from containers of unknown safe working pressure A pressurized commercial drum of unknown pressure rating is a hazardous device for example a 55 gal 200liter drum pressurized to 14 5 psig 100 kPa has a force on the drum head of about 3 tons To transfer liquids use a pump or a siphon with a bulk aspirator The transfer pressure for commercial type liquid nitrogen dewars must be less that 14 5 psig For most laboratory type liquid nitrogen systems transfer pressures of less than 5 psig are adequate Compressed air must never be used for transferring liquid hydrogen or liquid helium Whe
340. rs Responsibilities Page 97 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan During an emergency the supervisor must Ensure that those under his or her supervision are familiar with the plan for the workplace particularly the recommended exit routes and how to report an emergency Render assistance to the person in charge during an emergency as required Maintain familiarity with the shutdown procedures for all equipment used by those under his or her supervision Know the location and use of all safety equipment Keep employees from reentering an evacuated area until reentry is safe No Loitering Policy Employees not involved in the emergency must stay away from the scene and follow the instructions issued over the public address system or directly from the person in charge The sounding of a fire bell or other alarm system as designated by the RSO means immediate evacuation by the nearest exit Employees must not reenter an area that they have evacuated until notified that it is safe to return Employee Responsibilities Employees other than emergency response groups involved in any emergency greater than a minor incident are expected to act as follows Comply with all guidelines and procedures as outlined by the RSO or designated person regarding the Emergency Action Plan In an emergency situation the employee may if there is threat of further injury o
341. rsonal Fall Arrest Systems PFAS must meet the fall prevention standard PFAS must be used when moving around on non lattice booms on non horizontal lattice booms and on horizontal lattice booms 15 or more feet high and on assembly disassembly work at that height except in the cab on the deck or at or near draw works when running Fall restraint systems must withstand twice the maximum load under reasonably anticipated conditions PFAS can be anchored to the hook or load line after review by a qualified person if the operator has knowledge and no load is being suspended Training is required WORK AREA CONTROL Employees must be trained and protected from entering the swing radius zone of the equipment They must inform the operator if they are moving out of his her view and the operator must not rotate the equipment until communication establishes that it is clear When on a site with multiple cranes a system to prevent cranes from colliding with each other must be established KEEPING CLEAR OF THE LOAD Operators must use routes that minimize exposure to hoisted loads No employees are allowed under a non moving suspended load unless they are hooking unhooking or guiding the load initially attaching the load to a structure or component or operating a concrete hopper or bucket When hooking unhooking or guiding a load a qualified rigger must prevent unintentional displacement and use self closing latches except J hooks are allowed for w
342. rtment will supply ear plugs for employees upon request or before going into a high noise area There is a need for medical supervision when ear plugs are used because their effectiveness depends on proper fitting Only approved plugs should be used Ear plugs should be cleaned daily to prevent ear infections Protection greater than that provided by a single device can be obtained by wearing ear plugs under an earmuff While the reduction provided by wearing both devices simultaneously is considerably less than the sum of the individual attenuations it is still greater than when either device is worn separately Page 139 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 13 Personal Protective Equipment Introduction Tim Messer Construction Inc will provide suitable equipment to protect employees from hazards in the workplace The Responsible Safety Officer will advise on what protective equipment is required for the task but the supervisor of the operation must obtain this equipment and see that it is used Personal protective equipment shall be provided used and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazard due to processes or environment Activities involving specialized operations may present hazards that are difficult or impossible to completely eliminate or adequately safeguard against by using engineer
343. s The following are additional safety considerations for power supplies Primary disconnect A means of positively disconnecting the input must be provided This disconnect must be clearly marked and located where the workmen can easily lock or tag it out while servicing the power supply If provided with a lockout device the key must not be removable unless the switch or breaker is in the off position Overload Protection Overload protection must be provided on the input and should be provided on the output More than 300 Volts To work on systems with voltages greater than 300 volts CLASS B OR C HAZARD Open the feeder breaker roll out if possible tag out and lock if in enclosure If work is on circuits of 600 V or more positive grounding cables should be attached to all three phases Tag should contain who why and when information and it is of vital importance because a person s life may depend on it Vital in this case means that the presence and status of the tag are inviolate and the tag must not be altered or removed except by the person who attached it Less than 300 Volts Page 87 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan To work on systems with voltages less than 300 volts CLASS A HAZARD Turn off and tag the feeder breaker Tag is inviolate except on projects where established circuit checkout procedure allows a qualified person
344. s 1 Certification by an accredited crane operator testing organization 2 Qualification by an audited employer program 3 Qualification by the U S military 4 Licensing by a government entity SIGNAL PERSON QUALIFICATIONS A signal person s qualifications must be evaluated by either a third party qualified evaluator or by Tim Messer Construction Inc s qualified evaluator Evaluations by an employer s evaluator are not portable while third party evaluations are Documentation must be available on site and specify the type of signaling for which signal persons are qualified e g hand signals etc Evaluations must include both a written oral test and a practical test QUALIFICATIONS OF MAINTENANCE amp REPAIR PERSONNEL Maintenance inspection and repair personnel if qualified persons can only operate equipment as needed to do their work or under the direct supervision of an operator TRAINING Tim Messer Construction Inc must provide the following training e Training on overhead power lines e Training for signal persons e Training for operators e Training for Competent and Qualified Persons e Training on avoidance of crush pinch points and e Training on tag out and start up procedures Page 245 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Training must be provided at no cost to employees and must include an evaluation R
345. s Refer to other appropriate chapters of this manual for safe handling advice If in doubt request advice from the Responsible Safety Officer Welding and Other Permits As part of the local Fire Department s program to control and reduce fire hazards a permit system is in effect to cover welding burning or other operations with a high fire hazard Typically operations that require a permit are Welding arc oxyacetylene or heliarc Soldering which requires an open flame Use of a torch for cutting bending forming etc Use of tar pots for road work or roofing etc Open fires for any purpose HOT WORK PERMIT PROGRAM Hot Work is any construction or maintenance procedure which requires heat or open flame to complete This includes but is not limited to cutting grinding brazing welding Page 104 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan soldering thawing pipes sweating pipes or applying roofing materials with torches This policy applies to any Tim Messer Construction Inc employee or any contractor who is performing new construction repair renovations and or alterations that require hot work Sparks in the presence of flammable vapors may cause immediate fires or explosions Smoldering material hidden from sight can suddenly burst into flame long after work has been completed and personnel have left the area Heat produced by hot
346. s e locking foot pedal brakes Page 241 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan e integral holding device check valve on hydraulic outrigger stabilizer jacks e rail clamps and stops if equipment is on rails and e a functional horn Equipment must be stopped and work must not begin unless all safety devices are in working order OPERATIONAL AIDS The following operational aids must be in working order and are required on all equipment with some exceptions based on age and type of crane e Category must be repaired within seven days after deficiency occurs boom hoist limiting device luffing jib limiting device anti two blocking device e Category Il must be repaired within 30 days after deficiency occurs boom angle or radius indicator jib angle indicator boom length indicator load weighing device outrigger stabilizer position sensor monitor hoist drum rotation indicator OPERATION Employers must comply with all manufacturers procedures applicable to the operational functions of equipment including its use with attachments must be complied with 9 If they are unavailable they must develop and comply with their own procedures Procedures for operations must be developed by a qualified person procedures for capacity must be developed and signed by a registered professional engineer These procedures must be readily availab
347. s You have a responsibility to your family to your fellow workers and to the Company You will be expected to observe safe practice rules and instructions relating to the efficient handling of your work Page 12 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Your responsibilities include the following Incorporate safety into every job procedure No job is done efficiently unless it has been done safely Know and obey safe practice rules Know that disciplinary action may result from a violation of the safety rules Report all injuries immediately no matter how slight the injury may be Caution fellow workers when they perform unsafe acts Don t take chances Ask questions when there is any doubt concerning safety Don t tamper with anything you do not understand Report all unsafe conditions or equipment to your supervisor immediately Accident Prevention Policy Posting A copy of this manual will be posted in the work area It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc to provide a safe and clean workplace and to maintain sound operating practices Concentrated efforts shall produce safe working conditions and result in efficient productive operations Safeguarding the health and welfare of our employees cannot be stressed too strongly Accident prevention is the responsibility of all of us Department heads and supervisors at all lev
348. s Safety Program emergency action plan and fire prevention plan and measures for reporting any unsafe conditions work Practices injuries and when additional instruction is needed Ensure proper Use of appropriate clothing including gloves footwear and personal protective equipment Daily Safety Planner System Required information about chemical hazards to which employees could be exposed and other hazard communication program information Availability of toilet hand washing and drinking water facilities for impacted employees Provisions for medical services and first aid including emergency procedures In addition we provide specific instructions to all workers regarding hazards unique to their job assignment to the extent that such information was not already covered in other training Page 277 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 12 PROJECT SITE ORIENTATION We orientate our workers about the following subjects as applicable The employer s Code of Safe Practices Good housekeeping fire prevention safe practices for operating any construction equipment Safe working procedures for cleaning repairing servicing and adjusting equipment and machinery Safe access to all working areas Proper use of all power tools Guarding use of fixed rotating cutting equipment Materials handling Driver safety Traffic safety
349. s a source of vendor supplied gas Only the vendor may pressurize these cylinders It is illegal to transport a leaking cylinder charged or partially charged by common or contract carrier Cylinder Handling Compressed gases should be handled only by experienced and properly instructed personnel When in doubt about the proper handling of a compressed gas cylinder or its contents consult the Responsible Safety Officer Compressed gas cylinders are dangerous when handled incorrectly Always assume that a cylinder is pressurized Handle it carefully Never throw bang tilt drag slide roll or drop a cylinder from a truck bed or other raised surface If a cylinder must be lifted manually at least two people must do the lifting Because of their shape smooth surface and weight gas cylinders are difficult to move by hand A truck or an approved cylinder handcart must always be used to move a cylinder Cylinders must be fastened in metal cradles or skid boxes before they are raised with cranes forklifts or hoists Rope or chain lifting slings alone must not be used Cylinders even empty ones must never be used as rollers for moving materials as work supports etc If damaged a cylinder can cause severe injuries including lung damage from inhalation of toxic contents and physical trauma from explosion A pressurized gas cylinder can become a dangerous projectile if its valve is broken off When a cylinder is not connected to a pressur
350. s available air should be blown into the confined space A flexible hose is helpful in directing the air to the bottom of the confined space 3 It is important that the fresh air intake not be contaminated In some cases a portable gasoline powered generator will be used to power the ventilation fan s The generator should be located as far as possible from the fan air intake Motor vehicles or other internal combustion engines should not be allowed to operate with their exhaust pipes located near the air intakes 4 When using ventilation it is important to have a rough idea of the volume of the confined space to be entered It is also important to know the rating of the ventilation fan When forced ventilation of a confined space is required at least three air changes should be provided before re sampling Here is an example An underground fault is 10 feet wide by 8 feet high by 10 feet long Multiplying these three dimensions yields 800 cubic feet The fan to be used is rated for 400 cubic feet per minute 800 cubic feet one air change every 2 minutes 400 cubic feet per minute Thus it will take the fan two minutes to ventilate the confined space It will take 6 minutes to provide the necessary three air changes EQUIPMENT FOR CONFINED SPACE ENTRY The following is a list of equipment that may be necessary for safe entry into the confined space A Hard hats safety shoes safety glasses and ear protection B Ladder respirato
351. s in a confined space each piece of equipment shall be manually isolated and inactivated locked out before workers are allowed to enter a confined space Also there may be other hazards associated with confined spaces such as flammable vapors or gases in which special precautions must be taken Preventing vapor leaks flashbacks and other hazards by closing valves is not Page 68 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan sufficient All pipes should be physically disconnected or isolation blanks bolted in place Some tanks or vessels must also be blanked off and a blanket of inert gas placed within the tank to prevent a build up of flammable vapors 2 Communications for Permit Required Confined Spaces Communication between the worker and personnel outside is of the utmost importance If a worker becomes unconscious or suddenly feels distressed an injury may quickly become a fatality without proper communication Communications should include visual monitoring at a minimum Frequently there are situations where visual monitoring is impossible and communication by means of an electronic communication system will be necessary 3 Entry and Exit The extent of the time required to enter and exit is of major significance as a physical limitation and is directly related to the potential hazard of the confined space The extent of precautions taken and the standby
352. s in the cadmium standard for construction require employers Page 198 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan to establish and keep an accurate record of all air monitoring for cadmium in the workplace The employer must maintain this record for at least 30 years in accordance with the requirements for access to employee exposure and medical records 29 CFR 1910 20 In addition under the cadmium standard employers must provide a copy of the employee s air monitoring results to an industry trade association and to the employee s union or a comparable organization that is competent to maintain such records and is reasonably accessible to employers and employees in the industry The employer also must establish and maintain an accurate record for each employee covered by the medical surveillance provisions of the cadmium standard 29 CFR 1926 1127 I 1 i The employer must maintain these records for the duration of employment plus 30 years in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 20 The cadmium standard also requires that the employer at the employee s request provide a copy of the employee s medical record or update as appropriate to a medical doctor or union specified by the employee Lead Most lead over exposures in the construction industry are found in the trades such as plumbing welding and painting In building construction lead is frequently used for roofs
353. s on the shared bolts are removed to make the double connection d Column Splices Each column splice shall be designed to resist a minimum eccentric gravity load of 300lbs located 18 from the extreme outer face of the column each direction at the top of the column shaft e Perimeter Columns 1 Perimeter columns must extend a minimum of 48 above the finished floor 2 These columns must have holes or other devices to permit installation of perimeter safety cables 1926 760 a 2 Column Anchorage 1926 755 a General Requirements 1 Minimum anchorage rods shall be 4 Page 232 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 2 Each column anchor rod assembly including the column to base plate weld and the column foundation shall be designed to resist a minimum eccentric gravity load of 300lbs located 18 from the extreme outer face of the column each direction at the top of the column shaft 3 Columns shall be set on level finished floors pre grouted leveling plates leveling nuts or shim packs which are adequate to transfer the construction loads 4 All columns shall be evaluated by a competent person to determine whether guying or bracing is needed If needed they shall be installed b Repairs replacements or field modification of anchor rods 1 Anchor rods shall not be repaired replaced or field modified without the approval of the project s
354. s to the fall protection policies can be granted by the project manager or the job superintendent after consulting with the project manager Before any exception will be made a competent person knowledgeable in fall protection will be consulted Under no circumstances will any safety equipment ever be altered Personal Fall Protection Safety Equipment Check In Out Procedures Every employee of Tim Messer Construction Inc that is required to periodically work at elevations will be provided with all necessary fall protection safety equipment This equipment will be assigned to the employee for the duration of his her employment and shall be returned upon termination of that employment It is the employees responsibility to report any damaged safety equipment so that it can be replaced Safety Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Procedures General Inspection Before each use carefully inspect the harness and associated equipment for signs of wear and deterioration or evidence of impact loading per the manufacturers inspections Visually inspect for loose threads pulled rivets burns cuts abrasions or evidence of chemical or physical deterioration that may have weakened the material or assembly Inspect all hardware for malfunctions or cracks Immediately destroy any component that does not pass inspection Harness Inspection Procedure 1 Tongue and billet end Inspect the tongue and billet end first They are subject to the most wear
355. s training obsolete PPE equipment will not be used as a substitute for the elimination of hazardous conditions but as a supplemental safety measure that is required when engineering controls cannot successfully eliminate or satisfactorily control the hazard Supervisory personnel shall ensure that the PPE is being used correctly Equipment must be maintained in reliable condition at all times The RSO Stephen Ferguson or designated person will be responsible for ensuring that all contractor personnel including subcontractors comply with 29 CFR 1910 132 PPE worn in areas where chemicals or asbestos contaminants have been encountered shall not be taken to the wearer s residence for cleaning care or maintenance without first being decontaminated Protection Issued Protective clothing is not a substitute for adequate engineering controls Protective clothing will be issued to employees who work with hazardous material for the purpose of protecting their health and safety The Responsible Safety Officer is available for consultation as needed Protective Shoes Tim Messer Construction Inc encourages the wearing of safety shoes For certain types of work the wearing of safety shoes is required by Company policy or by federal regulations Examples are when employees are exposed to foot injuries from hot Page 141 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan corrosi
356. safety equipment is necessary for your protection The company provides the best protective equipment it is possible to obtain Use all safeguards safety appliances or devices furnished for your protection and carry out all regulations that may concern or affect your safety Wear your gear properly all snaps and straps fastened cuffs not cut or rolled Your supervisor will advise you as to what protective equipment is required for your job Smoking and Fire Safety Fire is one of the worst enemies of any facility Learn the location of the fire extinguishers Learn how to use them You can help prevent fires by observing the smoking rules Smoking is not allowed on the site except in designated areas Smoking is not permitted in rest rooms If you are not sure about where you may smoke ask the supervisor Safety Recognition Definitions Milestone Safety Achievement A level of safety performance that meets or exceeds a statistical objective or expectations Safe Behavior Performance An individual or individuals performing work in accordance with standards requirements and expectations Page 19 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Behavior Based Safety means a process where behavioral performance of individuals is the key element of accomplishing safe work objectives Responsibilities The Director of Safety and Training Stephen Ferg
357. se of personal safety glasses and also for consultation regarding occupational eye protection The standard sign CAUTION EYE HAZARD AREA DO NOT ENTER WITHOUT EYE PROTECTION must be posted in every area where eye protection is mandatory All employees who work in such an area must wear the eye protection issued to them Every visitor to the area must also be provided with suitable eye protection Page 142 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 14 Respiratory Protection Program Introduction The Respiratory Protection Program has been established to protect the health of workers who wear respirators and assure compliance with State and Federal law Every worker who uses a negative pressure cartridge or canister respirator must be included in the program Medical monitoring training fit testing maintenance and quality assurance components are basic parts of this program Any operation that generates harmful airborne levels of dusts fumes sprays mists fogs smokes vapors or gases or that may involve oxygen deficient atmospheres requires the use of effective safety controls This must be accomplished as much as feasible by accepted engineering control measures for example enclosure or confinement of the operation general and local ventilation and substitution of less toxic materials When effective engineering controls are not feasible
358. shall be installed at locations where horizontal members support both inner and outer legs 2 Guys ties and braces shall be installed according to the scaffold manufacturer s recommendations or at the closest horizontal member to the 3 1 height and be repeated vertically at locations of horizontal members every 20 feet or less thereafter for scaffolds 3 feet wide or less and every 26 feet or less thereafter for scaffolds greater than 3 feet wide The top guy tie or brace of completed scaffolds shall be placed no further than the 3 1 height from the top Such guys ties and braces shall be installed at each end of the scaffold and at horizontal intervals not to exceed 30 feet measured from one end not both towards the other 3 Ties guys braces or outriggers shall be used to prevent the tipping of supported scaffolds in all circumstances where an eccentric load such as a cantilevered work platform is applied or is transmitted to the scaffold 2 Supported scaffold poles legs posts frames and uprights shall bear on base plates and mud sills or other adequate firm foundation 1 Footings shall be level sound rigid and capable of supporting the loaded scaffold without settling or displacement 2 Unstable objects shall not be used to support scaffolds or platform units 3 Unstable objects shall not be used as working platforms 4 Front end loaders and similar pieces of equipment shall not be used to support scaffold platfor
359. shall extend at least 8 ft out from the building s face and be at least 2 ft wider than the entrance Canopies shall have 150 psi strength And finally a competent person must be onsite at the start of work and throughout the project s duration making inspections frequently to ensure that no hazardous conditions exist or are unaddressed One of the more frequent subjects in the Demolition Subpart is the use of floor openings for the disposal of debris All floors used in demolition operations need to be of sufficient strength or shored Openings cut into floors for disposal cannot exceed 25 of the total floor s area unless the lateral floor supports remain Any openings that are unused for disposal shall be either covered over or guarded in accordance with Subpart M Fall Protection All other openings used for disposal shall either have enclosed chutes or guardrails If guardrails are used for floor openings they shall be of the standard configuration as in Subpart M and be located at least 6 ft from the opening s edge These guardrails shall also have signs warning of the hazards of falling materials If mechanical equipment such as skid steerer loaders are used for disposing materials through the floor openings guardrails are not required however 6 in high curbs or stop logs are required around the edge to prevent the loader from falling into the floor opening When walls are being demolished any floor opening within 10 ft are
360. shown in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P and Appendix B Specific sloping requirements and values are shown in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P and Appendix B Shoring The sides or walls of an excavation may be shored if this provides sufficient protection Shoring walls may consist of vertical beams placed intermittently or full wall sheathing depending on soil strength All materials shall be used shall while in good repair and maintenance if damaged they must be inspected Specific shoring requirements and values are shown in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P and Appendix C Trench shield box Workers may be protected by the use of trench shields if this provides sufficient protection Shielding protects the workers if the walls of an excavation collapses up against the box All materials shall be used shall while in good repair and maintenance if damaged they must be inspected The nature of shielding therefore requires worker egress over the top of the shielding and under no circumstances shall any worker exit the shielded area Workers shall not be in the shield s footprint when installing or removing the shield s Shielding shall be of sufficient height and location to prevent the trench walls from collapsing over the top of the shields and to resist calculated trench forces Trench wall above the trench box may be sloped back to allow for a minimum required 18 inches of exposure of the trench box Specific shielding requirements and values are shown in 29
361. sible Safety Officer any on site Medical Services Department and the appropriate supervisor Each employee acting in a supervisory capacity has specific safety responsibilities that include but are not limited to Page 80 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Developing an attitude and awareness of safety in the people supervised and seeing that individual safety responsibilities are fully carried out Maintaining a safe work environment and taking corrective action on any potentially hazardous operation or condition Ensuring that the personnel he she directs are knowledgeable and trained in the tasks they are asked to perform Ensuring that safe conditions prevail in the area and that everyone is properly informed of the area s safety regulations and procedures Ensuring that contract personnel are properly protected by means of instructions signs barriers or other appropriate resources Ensuring that no employee assigned to potentially hazardous work appears to be fatigued ill emotionally disturbed or under the influence of alcohol or drugs prescription over the counter medicine or otherwise Management at every level has the responsibility for maintaining the work environment at a minimal level of risk throughout all areas of control Each manager Is responsible for being aware of all potentially hazardous activities within the area
362. sing the best experience of similar operations by others Our goal is zero accidents and injuries Safety Policy Statement It is the policy of Tim Messer Construction Inc that accident prevention shall be considered of primary importance in all phases of operation and administration It is the intention of Tim Messer Construction Inc s management to provide safe and healthy working conditions and to establish and insist upon safe practices at all times by all employees The prevention of accidents is an objective affecting all levels of our company and its operations It is therefore a basic requirement that each supervisor make the safety of all employees an integral part of his or her regular management function It is equally the duty of each employee to accept and follow established safety regulations and procedures Every effort will be made to provide adequate training to employees However if an employee is ever in doubt about how to do a job or task safely it is his or her duty to ask a qualified person for assistance Employees are expected to assist management in accident prevention activities Unsafe conditions must be reported immediately Fellow employees that need help should be assisted Everyone is responsible for the housekeeping duties that pertain to their jobs Every injury that occurs on the job even a slight cut or strain must be reported to management and or the Responsible Safety Officer as soon as possible U
363. sks or self contained units must be used Oxygen should never be used for ventilation All parts of the body should be protected from radiant energy sparks and molten metal splashes Clothing made from wool or wool blends is generally better than cotton Some cutting operations such as inert gas metal arc welding will cause exposed cotton clothing to rapidly deteriorate Leather capes jackets leggings and aprons provide additional protection especially in vertical or overhead operations Use of dark clothing will help reduce reflected light All welding equipment should be inspected each day prior to use Report any defects found in regulators torches or electrical components to a person that is qualified to Page 124 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan make the necessary repairs VENTILATION The fumes produced in a welding operation can be hazardous to the welder or workers in the near vicinity Reducing the exposure to fumes through an effective local exhaust or area ventilation system is the first line of defense in preventing discomfort or illnesses from toxic welding fumes Respirators are another means of reducing exposure This personal protective equipment should be considered a temporary process until more appropriate measures to control the exposure are in place However when the level of the exposure cannot be entirely eliminated by an e
364. snow ice high winds or rain pose even greater hazards during work where a potential for a fall exists i e roof work Personnel shall take additional precautions during such weather Personnel should contact their supervisor to review additional precautions before beginning affected work Work shall not be conducted on roofs during lightning storms SAFETY MONITORS Safety monitors shall be employed where no other alternate methods have been implemented or as part of an overall fall protection program The safety monitor shall be a competent person able to properly assess fall hazards that exist in the type of work being performed The safety monitor shall Be within sight and at the same working level as the workers being monitored Be close enough for oral communication Warn monitored workers if they are unaware of a fall hazard or is acting in an unsafe manner Be able to recognize fall hazards Not have other duties which would take attention away from the monitoring duties Page 169 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT The use of personal protective equipment to minimized fall hazards shall be strictly enforced The optimal solution is to use engineering controls but if engineering controls do not eliminate the hazard work practices and personal protective equipment must be used The use of personal fall arres
365. so may occur Chronic lead poisoning may result after lead has accumulated Page 201 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan over time in the body and has been deposited mostly in the bone Stored lead in the bone may be released to the blood stream to produce health effects such as defective hemoglobin synthesis nervous system abnormalities hypertension effects in the reproductive system including impotency and damage to a developing fetus The measurement of blood lead level is the most reliable method of evaluating lead exposure It indicates the amount of lead in the bloodstream which is often a measure of recent exposure to lead The present level of concern in children is ten micrograms of lead per deciliter of blood 10 ug dl The level of concern for adult workers as established by OSHA is 40 pg dl Training All Tim Messer Construction Inc employees involved in the disturbance of lead containing materials or lead based paint as part of regular work activities must have at least a lead awareness training class Tim Messer Construction Inc may provide an introductory level lead awareness class for employees involved in non abatement activities Tim Messer Construction Inc may also choose to cover lead hazards during their Worker Right to Know training Typical job classifications needing awareness training would include painters carpenters
366. sponsible Safety Officer Before using a cylinder be sure it is properly supported with two metal chains or the equivalent to prevent it from falling Contamination of compressed gas cylinders by feedback of process materials must always be prevented by installation of suitable traps or check valves Suitable pressure regulating devices and relief devices must always be used when gas is admitted to systems having pressure limitations lower than the cylinder pressure Gas cylinder valves can be cracked opened slightly momentarily before regulators are attached to blow dirt off the valve seats but the valve outlet should always be pointed away from people or equipment Cracking the valve is not recommended with hydrogen because it can be ignited by static charge or friction After the regulator is securely attached to the cylinder valve fully release turn counter clockwise the pressure adjusting screw of the regulator before opening the cylinder valve Open gas cylinder high pressure valves slowly this gives compression heat time to dissipate and prevents bumping the gauges Never use a wrench on any cylinder valve hand wheel Keep removable keys or handles on valve spindles or stems while cylinders are in service Never leave pressure in a system that is not being used To shut down a system close the cylinder valve and vent the pressure from the entire system Equipment must not be disassembled while it is under pressure Be aware t
367. ssel Hazardous materials response HAZMAT team means an organized group of employees designated by the employer who are expected to perform work to handle and control actual or potential leaks or spills of hazardous substances requiring possible Page 252 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan close approach to the substance The team members perform responses to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances for the purpose of control or stabilization of the incident A HAZMAT team is not a fire brigade nor is a typical fire brigade a HAZMAT team A HAZMAT team however may be a separate component of a fire brigade or fire department Hazardous substance means any substance designated or listed under A through D of this definition exposure to which results or may result in adverse effects on the health or safety of employees A Any substance defined under section 101 14 of CERCLA B Any biologic agent and other disease causing agent which after release into the environment and upon exposure ingestion inhalation or assimilation into any person either directly from the environment or indirectly by ingestion through food chains will or may reasonably be anticipated to cause death disease behavioral abnormalities cancer genetic mutation physiological malfunctions including malfunctions in reproduction or physical deformations in suc
368. sser Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Flammable and Toxic Material Control The use of flammable or toxic material must be kept to a minimum When components with such fluids are used a catch basin or other approved method must be provided to prevent the spread of these materials should the normal component case fail Isolation All sources of dangerous voltage and current must be isolated by covers and enclosures Access to lethal circuits must be either via screw on panels each containing no less than four screws or bolts or by interlocked doors The frame or chassis of the enclosure must be connected to a good electrical ground with a conductor capable of handling any potential fault current Lighting Adequate lighting must be provided for easy visual inspection Overload Protection Overload protection and well marked disconnects must be provided Local off controls must be provided on remote controlled equipment All disconnects and breakers should be clearly labeled as to which loads they control Power All ac and dc power cabling to equipment not having a separate external ground but having wire to wire or wire to ground voltage of 50 volts or more must carry a ground conductor unless cabling is inside an interlocked enclosure rack grounded wire way or conduit or feeds a commercial double insulated or UL approved device This requirement will ensure that loads such as portable test equipment temporary
369. ssessment and methods of control An exposure assessment must be conducted to determine whether or not airborne asbestos fibers in excess of the permissible exposure limits may be present Air monitoring will be required unless a negative exposure assessment is obtained Custodial workers who do asbestos construction clean up work must receive annual asbestos hazard awareness training Smoking is not allowed in the work area Wet methods or wetting agents unless not feasible and appropriate work practices must be followed HEPA vacuums must be used Prompt clean up and disposal of debris in leak proof containers is required The following work practices are prohibited use of high speed abrasive disk saws Page 192 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan without HEPA filtered exhausts or point of cut ventilator use of compressed air without capture device dry sweeping shoveling or other dry clean up and employee rotation to circumvent permissible exposure limits Medical surveillance is required for all workers doing Class IV work who are exposed to asbestos above the PEL s for 30 or more days per year The 30 day requirement excludes days in which less than one hour is spent in Class IIl work when required work practices are followed In addition to these requirements applicable to all Class IV work Tim Messer Construction Inc may have additional req
370. st be fully charged and in their designated places unless in use Where sprinkler systems are permanently installed are the nozzle heads arranged so that water will not be sprayed into operating electrical switch boards and equipment Check to see that heads have not been bent or twisted from their original position NO SMOKING rules will be enforced in areas involving storage and use of hazardous materials NO SMOKING signs have been posted where appropriate in areas where flammable or combustible materials are used and or stored Safety cans must be used for dispensing flammable or combustible liquids at point of use All spills of flammable or combustible liquids must be cleaned up promptly Page 47 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Storage tanks should be adequately vented to prevent the development of excessive vacuum or pressure as a result of filling emptying or atmosphere temperature changes Storage tanks are equipped with emergency venting that will relieve excessive internal pressure caused by fire exposure FIRST AID RESPONSIBILITIES Project safety representatives are responsible for establishing first aid and medical services for the treatment of occupational injuries and illnesses In the absence of a safety representative the RSO Stephen Ferguson or designated representative is responsible for this activity MEDICAL TREATMENT
371. stalled and maintained in good properly grounded condition The following tests shall be performed on all cord sets receptacles that are not part of the permanent wiring of the building or structure and cord and plug connected equipment required to be grounded 1 All equipment grounding conductors shall be tested for continuity and shall be electrically continuous 2 Each receptacle and attachment plug shall be tested for correct attachment of the equipment grounding conductor The equipment grounding conductor shall be connected to its proper terminal 3 All required tests shall be performed a Before each use on site b When there is evidence of damage c Before equipment is returned to service following any repairs d At intervals not exceeding 3 months The tests required shall be recorded and made available to any authority having jurisdiction Safety Practices Additional safety practices are described below Cable Clamping A suitable mechanical strain relief device such as a cord grip cable clamp or plug must be used for any wire or cable penetrating an enclosure where external movement or force can exert stress on the internal connection Grommets adlets or similar devices must not be used as strain relief Emergency Lighting There must be an emergency lighting system that activates when normal power fails in Class C conditions Page 84 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Me
372. ste disposal section i Waste generated in preparation activities paint chips glazing etc should be collected and deposited in an appropriate container Specific waste characterization and disposal information is outlined in the waste disposal section j Monitoring both area and personal by Tim Messer Construction Inc may be necessary until exposure potentials can be determined Lead Removal Methods Acceptable Methods The removal methods listed below are acceptable for operations and maintenance or abatement activities by personnel that have had the proper training medical surveillance and have completed the appropriate work area set up outlined earlier Operations and Maintenance Removal Methods Manual scrapers and wire brushes Page 207 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Limited manual sanding preferably wet sanding with accompanied ventilation e g HEPA vacuum Abatement Removal Methods Chemical formulations preferably methylene chloride free solutions Heat guns not exceeding 700 degrees Fahrenheit Manual scraping with the aid of chemical solvents preferably not containing methylene chloride Paste formulations containing potassium or sodium hydroxide Mechanized sanding equipment with dedicated HEPA filtered exhaust systems Prohibited methods The following list of removal methods for either operations an
373. sting of these construction activities Employers also must provide medical surveillance to all employees who might have been exposed to cadmium by the same employer prior to the effective date of the Page 197 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan standard in any of the tasks operations and jobs previously listed under Regulated Areas Otherwise the current employer must demonstrate that the employee did not in the years prior to the effective date of the standard work for the employer in those tasks for an aggregated total of more than 12 months prior to the effective date of this standard If biological monitoring results are abnormal employers must among other things reassess employee exposures within 30 days Employers must temporarily remove employees from jobs with exposure to cadmium at or above the action level on each occasion that a physician determines in a written medical opinion that the employee should be removed from cadmium exposure or in cases where the employee s biological monitoring results are so high as to require mandatory medical removal The physician may determine the need for medical removal based on biological monitoring results evidence of illness inability to wear a respirator signs or symptoms of cadmium related dysfunction or disease or any other reason deemed medically sufficient When the removal is due to the employee s
374. t been made at this time Providing suitable access roads laydown and crane operating areas This requirement of course will be subject to interpretation on every site However the areas should be inspected for adequate soil or rock compaction perhaps certified by a materials testing lab for adequately sized access roads into and through the site for all equipment and vehicles proper drainage and level grade for crane setup area accessible and adequately sized space for material storage and safe operation of our lifting equipment This may in some cases be required to be verified in writing Providing written proof that the structural concrete and structural masonry walls are of sufficient strength to allow steel erection to start Extra rd concrete test cylinders may need to be used to break on the third 3 day or other agreed to day to test for 75 of the intended minimum compressive design strength The Test Results from the testing company should accompany a Written Notification and Authorization form to be issued by the Controlling Contractor to Tim Messer Construction Inc Page 229 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan stating that all structural concrete footings masonry footings piers and walls has passed 75 strength tests and that any repairs replacements and modifications to the anchor bolts have been approved by the
375. t for hoisting personnel in drill shafts in pile driving operations to and from a marine worksite and for storage tank shaft and chimney operations For some of these operations boatswain chairs are allowed MULTIPLE CRANE DERRICK LIFTS Multiple crane lifts must be planned by a qualified person and directed by a person who is both qualified and competent or a competent person assisted by a qualified person The lift director must meet and review the plan with those involved with the lift DESIGN CONSTRUCTION AND TESTING Equipment that will lift more than 2 000 pounds must meet ASME B30 5 1968 or 2004 or meet prototype testing in BS EN 14439 2006 or BS EN 13000 2004 All equipment must have information in the cab on rated capacity load capacities a work area chart indicating the areas where no load is to be handled etc Load hooks and related equipment must be of sufficient weight Hooks and balls must be marked with rated capacity and weight Hooks generally cannot be used without latches which close at the throat and keep slings in while the rigging is slack Posted warnings must be kept legible A fire extinguisher must be accessible on the equipment Cabs must have proper ventilation to maintain visibility and have doors that will not open inadvertently while operating or traveling safety glass windows in front and both sides guarded belts and gears insulated guarded exhaust pipes protected hydraulic pneumatic lines and exhaust dire
376. t night Official Vehicle Use Tim Messer Construction Inc requires that an operator hold a valid driver s license for the class of vehicle that he she is authorized to operate Persons intending to operate forklifts are required to successfully complete the appropriate course as outlined in this manual Responsibility Each Division Director and Department Head is responsible for restricting the use of Company furnished vehicles to official Company business only They are also responsible for limiting use of such vehicles to properly authorized personnel Use of an official vehicle for an employee s personal convenience or benefit constitutes misuse and is prohibited Employees who misuse Company vehicles are subject to disciplinary action and financial responsibility for any accident All drivers of Company vehicles are responsible for reporting any damage or deficiency to management Repairs adjustments and maintenance can only be accomplished if the driver adequately documents and reports these items Failure to report unsafe vehicle conditions can result in an accident Page 215 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Safety Belts Employees operating or riding in company furnished vehicles or personal vehicles on official company business are required to wear safety belts at all times The driver should instruct the passengers to fasten their safet
377. t should at a minimum contain this information Page 88 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan e A description of the circuit and equipment to be worked on and location e The date and time covered by the permit e Why live work will be done e Results of shock hazard analysis and determination of shock protection boundaries e Results of flash hazard analysis and determination of flash protection boundary e PPE to be worn and description of safe work practices to be used e Who will do the work and how unqualified persons will be kept away e Evidence of completion of job briefing including description of job specific hazards Proper Personal Protective Equipment When working on or around live circuits be sure to wear the right PPE to protect against electric shock and arc flash Never wear clothing made from synthetic materials such as acetate nylon polyester or rayon alone or combined with cotton Such clothing is dangerous because it can burn and melt into your skin The type of PPE worn depends on the type of electric work being done Once the hazard risk category has been identified check requirements for clothing and other PPE when working on or near energized equipment within the flash protection boundary see NFPA tables These PPE requirements protect against electric shock and incurable arc flash burns They do not protect against physical
378. t systems PFAS are the allowed personal protective equipment for fall hazards at Tim Messer Construction Inc A PFAS consists of a full body harness lanyard and anchor point A second option is to use a full body harness lanyard lifeline anchor point and deceleration grabbing device Only full body harnesses shall be used the use of a body belt is prohibited Non locking snap hooks are unacceptable for personal fall arrest systems Requirements from CAL OSHA 1926 502 of a personal fall arrest system PFAS include D rings and snap hooks shall have a minimum tensile strength of 5000 pounds A proof test of 3600 pounds is required Lanyards and lifelines shall have a minimum breaking strength of 5000 pounds Lanyards shall not exceed six feet in length Self retracting lifelines and lanyards shall have a strength of at least 3000 pounds and limit free fall to two feet or less Anchor points for fall arrest systems shall be capable of supporting at least 5000 pounds per employee when the system is designed installed temporarily or permanently and used under the supervision of a qualified person Personal fall arrest systems shall limit the maximum arresting forces to 1800 pounds with a full body harness The maximum free fall distance is six feet for systems The maximum deceleration distance is 3 5 feet Personal fall arrest systems shall have sufficient strength to withstand twice the potential impact energy
379. te for its absence Completed designs should include provisions for safe maintenance Maintain for safety Good maintenance is essential to safe operations Maintenance procedures and schedules for servicing and maintaining equipment and facilities including documentation of repairs removals replacements and disposals should be established Document your work An up to date set of documentation adequate for operation maintenance testing and safety should be available to anyone working on potentially hazardous equipment Keep drawings and prints up to date Dispose of obsolete drawings and be certain that active file drawings have the latest corrections Have designs reviewed All systems and modifications to systems performing a safety function or controlling a potentially hazardous operation must be reviewed and approved at the level of project engineer or above Have designs and operation verified All systems performing safety functions or controlling a potentially hazardous operation must be periodically validated by actual test procedures at least once a year and both the procedures and actual tests must be documented Test equipment safety Tests should be made when the electrical equipment is de energized or at most energized with reduced hazard Know emergency procedures All persons working in areas of high hazard with high voltage power supplies capacitor banks etc must be trained in emergency response procedures i
380. tection and comply with all regulations that may concern or affect your safety Wear your gear properly all snaps and straps fastened cuffs not cut or rolled Your supervisor will advise you as to what protective equipment is required for your job Certain jobs require standard safety apparel and appliances for the protection of the employee Your supervisor is aware of the requirements and will furnish you with the necessary approved protective appliances These items shall be worn and effectively maintained as a condition of your continued employment and part of our mutual obligation to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act Safety goggles glasses and face shields shall correspond to the degree of hazard i e chemical splashes welding flashes impact hazard dust etc Do not alter or replace an approved appliance without permission from your supervisor Rubber gloves and rubber aprons shall be worn when working with acids caustics or other corrosive materials Page 18 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Specified footwear must be worn No jewelry shall be worn around power equipment Hearing protection appliances approved muffs or plugs shall be worn by all employees working within any area identified as having excess noise levels Your supervisor will instruct you in the proper use of the appliance Protective Clothing Proper
381. ter ensuring that no personnel are exposed and as a check on having disconnected the energy sources operate the push button or other normal operating controls to make certain the equipment will not operate CAUTION Return operating control s to neutral or off position after the test f The equipment is now locked out or tagged out RESTORING MACHINES OR EQUIPMENT TO NORMAL OPERATIONS a After the servicing and or maintenance is complete and equipment is ready for normal production operations check the area around the machines or equipment to ensure that Page 92 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan no one is exposed b After all tools have been removed from the machine or equipment guards have been reinstalled and employees are in the clear remove all lockout or tagout devices Operate the energy isolating devices to restore energy to the machine or equipment PROCEDURE INVOLVING MORE THAN ONE PERSON a In the preceding steps if more than one individual is required to lockout or tagout equipment each shall place his her own personal lockout tagout device on the energy isolating device s When an energy isolating device cannot accept multiple locks or tags a multiple lockout or tagout device hasp may be used If lockout is used a single lock may be used to lockout the machine or equipment with the key being place in a lockout box or cabinet whi
382. terials on site without intermixing with other materials Place grade and shape stockpiles to drain surface water Cover to prevent windblown dust Stockpile materials away from demolition area Do not store within drip line of remaining trees Store components off the ground and protect from weather CO MINGLED RECYCLING General Do not put CDL waste that will be disposed in a landfill into a co mingled CDL waste recycling container REMOVAL OF CONSTRUCTION WASTE MATERIALS Remove CDL waste materials from project site on a regular basis Do not allow CDL waste to accumulate on site Transport CDL waste materials off Owner s property and legally dispose of them Burning of CDL waste is not permitted unless specifically authorized by the site owner and complies with all laws Spill Prevention Response All employees must be aware of the hazards involved when working with chemicals and the remedies that need to be used when a spill does occur A training program will give instructions on how to handle the chemical being used and first aid to be applied to victims of chemical exposure First aid and caution signs will be conspicuously posted so as to alert individuals on a constant basis Charts identifying the chemicals utilized in the workplace their symptoms and effects must also be posted The workers must know what the acceptable level of exposure to a chemical is and what safety systems must be in place when working with a chemical Staff
383. th a minimum of two first aid kits the size of which shall be dependent upon the number of personnel normally employed at the work site One first aid kit may be a permanent wall mounted kit but in all cases the station shall be equipped with at least one portable first aid kit When required by the circumstances the station shall be equipped with two wool blankets and a stretcher in addition to first aid kits A roster denoting the telephone numbers and addresses of doctors hospitals and ambulance services available to the work site shall be posted at or near each first aid station First aid kits shall be checked and maintained if necessary every week First aid stations and or portable first aid kits used at Tim Messer Construction Inc are located in the vehicle Late Night Crime Prevention All establishments operating between the hours of 11 00 p m and 6 00 a m should provide crime prevention training to their employees Crime prevention training shall be Page 52 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan a part of the accident prevention program Training will be made available to ensure that the purpose and function of robbery and violence prevention are understood by employees and that the knowledge and skills required for their safety have been provided The training and training materials outline security policies safety and security proced
384. the following Acoustical ceiling tiles Asphalt Asphalt shingles Cardboard packaging Carpet and carpet pad Concrete Drywall Fluorescent lights and ballasts Landclearing debris vegetation stumpage dirt Metals Paint through hazardous waste outlets Wood Plastic film sheeting shrink wrap packaging Window glass Wood Field office waste including office paper aluminum cans glass plastic and office cardboard Employees must be instructed on the proper disposal method for wastes This may include general instruction on disposal of non hazardous wastes trash or scrap materials If wastes generated are classified as hazardous employees must be trained to ensure proper disposal The RSO Stephen Ferguson or designated representative will determine what level of HazWoper hazardous waste operations training is required SOURCE SEPARATION General Tim Messer Construction Inc encourages proper segregation of waste Page 55 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan materials to ensure opportunities for reuse or recycling Separate recyclable materials from CDL waste to the maximum extent possible Separate recyclable materials by type Provide containers clearly labeled by type of separated materials or provide other storage method for managing recyclable materials until they are removed from Project site Stockpile processed ma
385. the site safety inspection If any structure is deemed unsafe to climb by the lead inspector the responsible safety officer Stephen Ferguson and the project manager should be immediately notified Do Not climb any structure deemed unsafe by the lead inspector If the unsafe condition is not corrected prior to leaving the site the tower should be posted with a sign reading Safety Hazard Do Not Climb Proper Use of Fall Protection Equipment Tim Messer Construction Inc has determined that a full body harness with D ring in the center of the back for fall arrest protection a D ring in the center of the chest for use with ladder safety climb devices and two 2 D rings at the waist for positioning and or fall protection will be used A 6 ft or shorter lanyard with integral deceleration device for fall protection and a 6 ft or shorter lanyard for positioning and or fall protection will be used for connecting devices Note only self locking hooks or self locking carbines will be used in fall protection safety equipment It has been determined Page 174 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan by Tim Messer Construction Inc that this equipment best meets the requirements of the type of work to be performed by its employees Ascending or Descending a Structure Tim Messer Construction Inc requires its employees to make use of safe climb devices
386. tible materials burn much faster in the presence of an oxygen enriched environment Some materials which are generally not considered fire hazards will burn rapidly when the oxygen concentration is increased A contaminated atmosphere must never be purged with oxygen as this would greatly increase the fire hazard in the space DEFINITIONS Acceptable Entry Condition Means the conditions that must exist in a permit space to allow entry and to ensure that employees involved with a permit required confined space entry can safely enter and work within the space Atmosphere Refers to the gases vapors mists fumes and dusts within a confined space Attendant Means an individual stationed outside one or more permit spaces who monitors the authorized entrants and who performs all attendant duties assigned in the employer s permit space program Authorized Entrance Means an employee who is authorized by the employer to enter a permit space Combustible Dust A dust capable of undergoing combustion or burning when subjected to a source of ignition Confined Space Refers to a space that 1 Is large enough and so configured that an employee can bodily enter and perform assigned work 2 Has limited or restricted means of entry or exit and 3 Is not designed for continuous employee occupancy Emergency Means any occurrence including any failure of hazard control or monitoring equipment or event internal or external to the permit space that cou
387. times Ventilation must be provided to prevent entrapment of flammable gases in closed areas If the gas is lighter than air overhead ventilation is required Gases denser than Page 116 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan air must be prevented from entering trenches and manholes where they can collect and form explosive mixtures with air Cracking a hydrogen gas cylinder valve before attaching the regulator is not recommended since the gas may be ignited by static charge or friction heating Closing the valve stops the flame immediately Never use a flame to detect flammable gas leaks Use soapy water or use other approved methods If a flammable gas cylinder is discovered with a small leak and the gas has not ignited the cylinder must be moved carefully to a safe outside area If the leak is serious or the gas has ignited evacuate the area and contact the Tim Messer Construction Inc Responsible Safety Officer and the local Fire Department immediately Oxygen Oxygen supports combustion but is itself nonflammable Oxygen lowers the ignition point in air of flammable substances and causes them to burn more vigorously Materials such as oil and grease burn with nearly explosive violence in oxygen even in minute quantities Therefore oxygen cylinders must not be handled with greasy or oily hands or gloves and must not be stored near highly combusti
388. tion Plan Spray painting To obtain additional information or to request a permit for these operations contact the Responsible Safety Officer or Fire Department on it business line not the emergency 911 number Portable Heaters The use of these devices whether privately or company owned is allowed only where there is no chance of causing injury to personnel or of creating a fire hazard This provision obviously requires common sense in safely locating such devices and ensuring that they do not operate when they are unattended These devices may not be used in locations where Flammable or explosive vapors or dusts may be present Smoking eating or drinking are prohibited because toxic or radioactive materials may be present The area has been designated as unsafe for such devices The following practices should be carried out when operating portable heating appliances Do not place the appliance on unstable or readily combustible materials Maintain a clearance of at least 12 inches between the appliance and combustible materials Ensure that the appliance is approved by either Underwriters Laboratories Inc or Factory Mutual Research Corporation Connect the appliance directly to a proper electrical outlet using only the cord with which it was originally equipped Do not use extension cords in lieu of permanent wiring Do not operate appliances during off hours if they are unattended unless they are controlle
389. tionnaire may be given to employees The Respiratory Medical Evaluation Form may be used by the Examining Physician to evaluate any person except asbestos workers who may use a respirator Asbestos workers must be asked to fill out a Respirator Program Medical Evaluation Form for Asbestos Workers Asbestos workers are individuals who routinely work in areas where exposure might exceed the CAL OSHA action level for asbestos Presently the action level means an airborne concentration of asbestos tremolite anthophyllite actinolite or a combination of these minerals of 0 1 fibers cc of air as calculated on an 8 hour time weighted average However if an employee requests a respirator because of a belief that exposure to asbestos will exceed the action level for asbestos then the employee must meet all requirements of the program for asbestos Medical certification Pertinent health factors conditions on the job site and the employee s health status will be considered by the Examining Physician The Examining Physician will certify whether the employee is capable of wearing a respirator and describe any physical limitation Fit testing Fit testing must be done whenever something happens which could affect the fit of a Page 145 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan respirator such as when an employee s facial characteristics change or the respirator design
390. to be planked over if workers are working underneath If a control zone is setup below to keep any workers out of the area the floor openings would not have to be covered Subpart 1926 851 entitled Stairs Passagways and Ladders has some special requirements for stairs and ladder use during demolition Access ways to be used for workers shall be designated and all other access ways stairwells and such shall be completely blocked off Stairs ladders and passageways due to the nature of the work being performed shall be inspected regularly for debris buildup and cleaned periodically Stairwells being used shall have either sufficient natural or artificial lighting Stairwells cannot be used to gain access to the floors being worked on rather they are to be completely and substantially covered over at least two floor below the actual work Workers will then have to leave the stairwell and gain access to the working floors by other means such as ladders etc Tim Messer Construction Inc requires first that any materials falling outside the building be protected This may be a controlled access zone or barricading depending on the situation In any case the area needs to be effective at preventing persons from Page 223 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan entering an area where materials may fall All chutes need to be sufficiently strong to take th
391. to prevent them from falling if they are bumped or shaken as during an earthquake When gases of different types are stored at the same location cylinders must be grouped by types of gas and the groups must be arranged in accordance with the gases contained e g flammable gases must not be stored near oxygen Charged cylinders and empty cylinders should be stored separately in an arrangement that permits removal of old stock cylinders in storage the longest with minimum handling of other cylinders Storage rooms or areas should be dry cool well ventilated and where practical fire resistant must have solid level floors or storage surfaces and must be away from traffic Storage in sub surface locations should be avoided Cylinders must not be stored at temperatures above 125 degrees F or near radiators or other sources of Page 122 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan heat near sparking devices or near salt or other corrosive chemicals If stored outside cylinders must be protected from continuous direct sunlight extreme weather or moisture Compressed Air Compressed air for general shop or laboratory use must be restricted to 30 psig 207 kPa maximum pressure by restricting nozzles Compressed air at pressures up to 100 psig 700 kPa may be used to operate pneumatic tools certain control instruments and research equipment with prope
392. tody of any fall protection systems turned over by the steel erector after their completion of the erection work The Steel Erector shall be responsible for Preplanning Hoisting Operations Site Specific Erection Plan Pre Shift crane Inspections Methodical Erection Methods detailed in regulation Fall Protection for all workers 15 to 30 or greater than 2 stories Special exemption for Fall Protection for Connectors to 30 Training Requirements Connector training Controlled Decking Zone training Fall hazard training Multi lift training The detailer Shall be responsible for Page 228 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Column requirements Four bolt bases Splice points Accommodations for guardrails Beam requirements Splice cradles seats Two bolt connections Joist requirements Bolted end Stabilizer plates Bolted bridging Decking requirements Turned down edges of angles The Controlling Contractor The controlling Contractor which is usually the General Contractor but may be the Construction Manager Site Owner or even Tim Messer Construction Inc is responsible by the CAL OSHA Structural Steel Standards for several items It is possible that these items may through contractural agreement be reassigned but an interpretation from CAL OSHA has no
393. tor All employees are instructed never to crack a fuel gas cylinder valve near sources of ignition Red is used to identify the acetylene and other fuel gas hose green for oxygen hose and black for inert gas and air hose All pressure reducing regulators must be used only for the gas and pressures for which they are intended The open circuit No Load voltage of arc welding and cutting machines must be as low as possible and not in excess of the recommended limits Under wet conditions automatic controls for reducing no load voltage must be used Grounding of the machine frame and safety ground connections of portable machines must be checked periodically Electrodes must be removed from the holders when not in use All electric power to the welder must be shut off when no one is in attendance Suitable fire extinguishing equipment must be available for immediate use before starting to ignite the welding torch The welder is strictly forbidden to coil or loop welding electrode cable around his her body All wet welding machines must be thoroughly dried and tested before being used All work and electrode lead cables must be frequently inspected for wear and damage and replaced when needed All connecting cable lengths must have adequate insulation When the object to be welded cannot be moved and fire hazards cannot be removed shields must be used to confine heat sparks and slag Fire watchers will be assigned when welding or cutting is per
394. tractors does not want to assume liability it s recommended that the fall protection systems typically the wire rope guardrails be removed from the site The Steel Erector shall be responsible for Preplanning Hoisting Operations Pre planning of overhead hoisting operations All hoisting operations in steel erection shall be preplanned and submitted All hazards that are associated with hoisting and rigging shall be discussed with all workers including but not limited to 1 General a Visual inspections b Minimum checklist should include i All control mechanisms for maladjustments Page 230 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan ii Control and drive mechanism for excessive wear of components and contamination by lubricants water or other foreign matter iii Safety devices including but not limited to boom angle indicators boom stops boom kick out devices anti two block devices and load moment indicators where required iv Air hydraulic and other pressurized lines for deterioration or leakage particularly those which flex in normal operation v Hooks and latches for deformation chemical damage cracks or wear vi Wire rope reeving for compliance with hoisting equipment manufacturer s specifications vii Electrical apparatus for malfunction signs of excessive deterioration dirt or moisture accumulation viii Hydr
395. truction Inc must carry a legible label or stencil identifying the contents Do not repaint cylinders unless authorized by the owner Compressed gas containers must not contain gases capable of combining chemically nor should the gas service be changed without approval by Responsible Safety Officer The cylinder valve outlet connections on cylinders containing gas mixtures are provided by the gas supplier based on the physical and chemical characteristics of the gases Gas mixtures having a flammable component must have a cylinder valve outlet connection with left handed threads even though the gas mixture is nonflammable unless Responsible Safety Officer has authorized otherwise Page 119 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Regulators gauges hoses and other appliances provided for use with a particular gas or group of gases must not be used on cylinders containing gases having different chemical properties unless information obtained from the supplier indicates that this is safe Gases must not be mixed at Tim Messer Construction Inc sites in commercial DOT cylinders and must not be transferred from one DOT cylinder to another Gases that are mixed at Tim Messer Construction Inc must never be put into a Tim Messer Construction Inc or vendor owned compressed gas cylinder Vendor owned cylinders must not be used for any purpose other than a
396. tructural engineer of record 2 Prior to the erection of a column the controlling contractor shall provide written notification to the steel erector if there has been any repair replacement or modification of the anchor rods of that column a General 1 Except as provided in paragraph a 2 of this section where steel joists are used and columns are not framed in at least two directions with solid web structural steel members a steel joist shall be field bolted at the column to provide lateral stability to the column during erection For the installation of this joist i ii iii 2 Where constructability does not allow a steel joist to be installed at the column 3 i A B C D ii Where steel joists at or near columns span 60 feet 18 3 m or less the joist shall be designed with sufficient strength to allow one employee to release the hoisting cable without the need for erection bridging 4 Where steel joists at or near columns span more than 60 feet 18 3 m the joists shall be set in tandem with all bridging installed unless an alternative method of erection which provides equivalent stability to the steel joist is designed by a qualified person and is included in the site specific erection plan 5 A steel joist or steel joist girder shall not be placed on any support structure unless such structure is stabilized 6 When steel joist s are landed on a structure they shall be secured to prevent unintentional displac
397. ty Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan hazards facing them The three categories of fall protection systems are 1 Fall Arrest Fall arrest safety equipment protects against accidental falls while at or moving between work areas 2 Positioning Positioning equipment primarily secures the worker so that both hands are free to work A positioning device can be used as a fall protection if only it is attached such that the worker would be limited to only a 2 ft free fall 3 Climbing Protection Climbing protection equipment provides fall protection while ascending or descending a structure Fall Protection Policies Note Instructions in the use and inspection of fall protection safety equipment provided herein are meant to supplement the manufacturers safety instructions Employees are required to read and obtain a full understanding of the manufacturer s instructions in addition to this safety plan In the event of a contradiction between the manufacturers instruction and this safety plan the manufacturers instructions take precedence Bring any contradictions to the attention of the Responsible Safety Officer Stephen Ferguson as soon as possible All Personal Fall Protection System equipment shall be ANSI and AST rated equipment Site Safety Issues The lead inspector is a competent person and is responsible for evaluating the safety implications of any deficiency identified in
398. ualified operator Page 93 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan ii All participants must be in clear view of the operator or in positive communication with each other iii All participants must be beyond the reach of machine elements which may move rapidly and present a hazard iv Where machine configuration or size requires that the operator leave the control station to install tools and where there are machine elements which may move rapidly if activated such elements must be separately locked out v During repair procedures where mechanical components are being adjusted or replaced the machine shall be de energized or disconnected from its power source EMPLOYEE TRAINING Employees of Tim Messer Construction Inc will receive annual lockout tagout training from the RSO Stephen Ferguson or a designated representative Note Training requirements outlined in 29CFR Specifically 1910 147 c 7 i ii amp iii RECORDKEEPING INSPECTION RECORDS a The RSO Stephen Ferguson or a designated representative will supply and instruct employees in the use of LOCKOUT TAGOUT INSPECTION FORMS TRAINING RECORDS a Training records will be maintained by the RSO Stephen Ferguson or a designated representative Training records will include an outline of topics covered and a sign in sheet of those employees attending REFERENCE Code of Federa
399. uctures that employees may be exposed to While this survey is being done the presence of hazardous materials asbestos lead PCBs etc needs to be noted When hazardous materials are present they will need to be included and addressed in the work scheduling before the demo work can begin This knowledge of the structure s weak points presence of hazardous materials contents of equipment within the structure fire protective measures etc is essential for providing a safe work environment for your employees Tim Messer Construction Inc must have in writing evidence that this survey has been performed The following are highlights of some of the more important regulations for demolition work found under Subpart T entitled Demolition of the Code of Federal Regulations Subpart 1926 850 is entitled Preparatory Operations and outline what work should be performed before actually starting a demoliton project First a competent person has to make an engineering survey This survey can be performed by an outside engineer The survey shall assess the condition of the floors walls and the structural framing to determine if any unplanned collapses can occur This survey should assess what loads the floors can carry especially if mechanical equipment is to be used for demolition The demolition site shall also be analized for any flammable explosive or otherwise hazardous materials gases or chemicals Any of these materials found shall b
400. uipment must be driven forward going up a ramp and driven backward going down a ramp Traffic must not be allowed to pass under a raised load The floor loading limit must be checked before mobile lifting equipment enters an area Passengers must not be carried on lifting equipment unless it is specifically equipped to carry passengers Load Path Safety Loads moved with any material handling equipment must not pass over any personnel The load path must be selected and controlled to eliminate the possibility of injury to employees should the material handling equipment fail Equipment worked on while supported by material handling equipment must have a redundant supporting system capable of supporting all loads that could be imposed by failure of the mechanical handling equipment A suspended load must never be left unattended but must be lowered to the working surface and the material handling equipment secured before leaving the load unattended Truck Loading All objects loaded on trucks must be secured to the truck to prevent any shifting of the load in transit The wheels of trucks being loaded or unloaded at a loading dock must be chocked to prevent movement Clean Work Areas All areas controlled by Tim Messer Construction Inc must be kept in orderly and clean condition and used only for activities or operations for which they have been Page 133 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction In
401. uirements for Class IV work listed in the next section of this report depending on whether or not an exposure assessment indicates the likelihood that airborne asbestos fiber concentrations will be above or below the permissible exposure limits Additional Guidance for Class IV work where the PEL is likely to be exceeded For workers who clean up any job where the exposure assessment indicates the possibility that airborne asbestos fibers may exceed the permissible exposure limits of 0 1 fibers per cubic centimeter of air over an 8 hour period or 1 fiber per cubic centimeter of air averaged over a 30 minute period as time weighted averages Periodic exposure monitoring Employee exposure monitoring which represents full shift exposures must be conducted at the work area to determine accurately the airborne asbestos fiber concentrations Monitoring may be discontinued if it shows asbestos fiber concentrations less than the permissible exposure limits PELs Respirators Negative pressure air purifying respirators quarter or half face types or higher levels are required Protective clothing we must provide appropriate protective work clothing and equipment at no cost to the employee Decontamination procedures Work clothing must be HEPA vacuumed and equipment decontaminated on a plastic dropcloth if Class IV clean up takes place in a regulated area the clean up must comply with the hygiene required in a higher classification of asbestos w
402. und on private property often belonging to generators or former generators of hazardous substance wastes Examples of such sites include but are not limited to surface impoundments landfills dumps and tank or drum farms Normal operations at TSD sites are not covered by this definition Employers shall develop and implement a written safety and health program for their employees involved in hazardous waste operations The program shall be designed to identify evaluate and control safety and health hazards and provide for emergency Page 254 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan response for hazardous waste operations The written safety and health program shall incorporate the following An organizational structure A comprehensive workplan A site specific safety and health plan which need not repeat the employer s standard operating procedures required The safety and health training program The medical surveillance program The employer s standard operating procedures for safety and health and Any necessary interface between general program and site specific activities Site Excavation Site excavations created during initial site preparation or during hazardous waste operations shall be shored or sloped as appropriate to prevent accidental collapse in accordance with Subpart P of 29 CFR Part 1926 Contractors and Subcontractors An employer who r
403. ure may decompose violently the higher the pressure the smaller the initial force required to cause an explosion Therefore acetylene is stored in acetone which dissolves 300 times its volume of acetylene Acetylene cylinders are filled with a porous filler material that holds the acetone The combination of filler and acetone allows acetylene to be contained in cylinders at moderate pressures without danger of explosive decomposition Full cylinder pressure is 250 psig at 70 degrees F CAUTION when acetylene is withdrawn from its cylinder too rapidly the gas cannot come out of solution fast enough the downstream pressure drops and liquid acetone is thrown out of the cylinder and may limit the flow of the pressure reducing regulator The following precautions are recommended when working with acetylene To prevent flashbacks check valves are required in welding gas lines and at the welding cutting torch If the acetylene pressure drops the oxygen pressure at the torch can push oxygen back up the acetylene line where it can mix with acetylene and cause a flashback Copper must not be used in acetylene piping copper forms an impact sensitive copper acetylide NEVER use free acetylene gas outside the cylinder at pressures over 15 psig 30 psia it can decompose violently Acetylene cylinders should be used or stored only in an upright position to avoid the possibility of acetone leaking from the cylinder If an acetylene cylinder
404. ures and personal safety and crime avoidance techniques Formal instruction through a training seminar or training video presentation will be made available and upon completion the employee shall sign off on the date time and place of training The training documentation will be placed in the employee s personnel file The following elements will be covered in the crime prevention training program An explanation of the importance of keeping the location clean neat and uncluttered thereby making it as unattractive as possible to robbers Taking extra precautions after dark i e keep alert observe lighting and dark corners spot possible hiding places Violence prevention procedures in case of robbery Page 53 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Chapter 3 General Waste Management Spill Prevention Response General Waste Management Program INTRODUCTION This section outlines administrative and procedural requirements for construction waste management activities on our construction site projects Tim Messer Construction Inc estimates the waste that will be generated prior to work being performed so that the need for containers and waste removal if necessary can be determined Typically on our projects the same wastes or scrap materials are generated for every project DEFINITIONS Construction Demolition and Landclearing CDL Waste Includ
405. uson is responsible for the general administration of this policy Project management is responsible for implementing project level recognition programs Recognition Guides Recognition of safe performance should not be the driving force in achieving safety success Safe work performance should be a viewed as part of successful planning and execution of work Milestone Safety Achievement On a corporate level Tim Messer Construction Inc itself should recognize global and group safe work performance The President and Director of Safety will determine the type and extent of global and group recognition The expectation of employees to work each day without an incident dictates that acceptable statistical performance objectives are 0 Milestone safety achievements should be based on this premise Recognition for such performance should be based upon the level of hours worked Key milestone markers are Calendar Year 50 000 hour increments 100 000 hour increments Behavior Based Recognition Projects and locations are encouraged to implement behavior based safety recognition of individuals and groups Examples of safe behavior include Page 20 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Effective participation in the proactive evaluation process Proactive safety suggestions Demonstration of consistent safe behavior Making observations and taking
406. ve or poisonous substances in shops in equipment handling or in construction jobs where there is a danger of falling objects or in abnormally wet locations Protective Gloves Tim Messer Construction Inc provides proper hand protection to employees exposed to known hand hazards The supervisor must obtain the suitable hand protection and ensure that it is used The individual should maintain a supply of special or infrequently used hand protection Assistance in selecting the proper hand protection may be obtained by consulting the Responsible Safety Officer Head Protection Tim Messer Construction Inc provides appropriate head protection devices for employees to protect them from head or other injuries that could result from their working environment Some head protection devices are available from stock The supervisor must also maintain sufficient supply of head protection devices for visitors in the area Eye Protection Tim Messer Construction Inc provides appropriate eye protection devices for employees assigned to tasks in which an eye injury hazard exists The supervisor of the operation is responsible for determining the need for suitable eye protection devices and for ensuring that the employees use them The Responsible Safety Officer will assist the supervisor and or employee in defining eye hazard operations and in selecting appropriate eye protection A supervisor is available to issue repair adjust fit or dispo
407. ve and obey all rules and regulations necessary to maintain a safe work place and safe work habits and practices 3 Good housekeeping must be practiced at all times in the work area Clean up all waste and eliminate any dangers in the work area 4 Suitable clothing and footwear must be worn at all times Hardhats shall be worn at all times Other personal protection equipment Such as respirators eye protection etc will be worn whenever needed by the situation 5 All employees will participate in safety meetings conducted by their supervisor on a regular basis to continuously provide a safe workplace for all This is an essential part of our program for protecting our employees from accidents and illness 6 Anyone under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs including prescription drugs which might impair motor skills and judgment shall not be allowed on the job 7 Horseplay scuffling and other acts which tend to have an adverse influence on safety or well being of other employees are prohibited 8 Work shall be well planned and supervised to avoid injuries in the handling of heavy materials and while using equipment Page 4 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 9 No one shall be permitted to work while the employee s ability or alertness is so impaired by fatigue illness or other causes that it might expose the employee or others to
408. ve been established to prevent the spread of viral and bacterial organisms namely HIV HAV HBV In all cases the Universal Precautions and General Safety Page 270 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan Rules should be followed 1 Before and immediately after providing patient care wash exposed areas hands arms etc with antibacterial soap 2 Don and use the required personal protective equipment for the medical care given 3 Treat all human body fluids and items soiled with human body fluids blood blood products seamen vaginal secretions cerebrospinal fluid synovial fluid pleural fluid peritoneal fluid pericardial fluid amniotic fluid concentrated HIV HAV HBV and saliva in dental settings as if contaminated with HIV HAV HBV Note Feces urine nasal secretions soutum sweat tears or vomitus need not be treated as contaminated unless they contain visible blood 4 No smoking eating drinking or storage of food products are permitted in treatment areas 5 To avoid special handling all clothing contaminated with human body fluid will be presoaked sprayed on the affected areas with the antibacterial viral solution before being sent to the laundry Note Gloves and eye protection should be worn when handling contaminated clothing until presoaked for 10 minutes 6 Any spills of body fluid will be presoaked sprayed on the affect
409. voided will result in serious injury or death Warning A potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in serious injury or death In order to become an authorized operator of the truck or equipment the employee must Have the necessary training including actual operation of the mounted equipment The training must include at least a 30 minute discussion on the contents of this policy the location and understanding of the controls decals and manuals found on the vehicle and a practical demonstration of knowledge actually using the lift Certification will be provided to the authorized employee and should be kept on their person at all times when operating the articulating mounted equipment Understand the written instructions supplied by the manufacturer User Operator Responsibility It is the responsibility of the user operator to read and understand the safety and user s manual for vehicles or equipment before operating the equipment Any questions or concerns can be referred to the RSO or an authorized representative Safety policies and procedures protect the individual operator the Company and the people around you User s Manual As required a copy of the users manual must be kept in the vehicle at all times as a Page 217 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan reference guide The manual shall be placed in
410. w employees work Furniture will be adjustable positioned and arranged to minimize strain on all parts of the body The glare of a computer screen will be minimized by a glare screen to prevent eye strain Repetitive motions can harm back shoulders neck wrists and other parts of the body so employees will not proceed with a task when they are physically feeling impairment Crane Checklist With the operation of cranes there are several functional areas to be considered Cranes should be inspected on an annual basis with the inspection certificate available when a question arises The crane must be utilized in an operation which does not violate CAL OSHA regulations Cranes will be visually inspected for defective components prior to any work shift Electrically operated cranes will be effectively grounded preventive maintenance established have a clearly visible load operating controls clearly identified a fire extinguisher provided at the operator s station rated capacity visibly marked an audible warning device mounted on the crane and sufficient illumination Crane design shall be such that the boom will not fall over backwards when equipped with boom stops Safety Posters Tim Messer Construction Inc is required to post certain employment related information The required information is maintained in the shop where employees can find the following required posters Various state and federal orders regulating the Wages Hours a
411. ways Combustibles including recyclable waste paper are not permitted in exit ways Metal lockers with ends and tops ferried to the walls and that do not interfere with minimum exit width requirements may be installed in exit corridors when approved by the Fire Department and the Responsible Safety Officer The following requirements must be met for storage locker cabinets Cabinets will be permitted on one side of the corridor only Cabinets must end at least 6 ft from the corridor exit door Cabinet ends must be at least 12 in from the edge of the doorway on the latch side and from the edge of the door leaf when fully opened into the corridor Page 110 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan The cabinets must not be more than 20 in deep by 37 in wide by 72 3 4 in high The cabinets must be all metal construction with positive latches to prevent spillage of contents in the event of an earthquake All doors must return automatically to the closed position when not held open manually A 45 degree angle fairing must be provided from the wall to the corridor corner of the cabinet Fairing must be provided at both ends of cabinet or bank of cabinets A 45 degree angle fairing must be provided at the top of the cabinets from the outside corridor edge of cabinet to the wall All cabinets must be anchored to the wall firmly enough to withstand 0 5g of later
412. when a new process or procedure is implemented During these inspections there will be a review of the injury and illness prevention policy and Tim Messer Construction Inc s code of safe work practices Accident Investigation A primary tool used by Tim Messer Construction Inc to identify the areas responsible for accidents is a thorough and properly completed accident investigation The results of each investigation will be reduced to writing and submitted for review by management and Tim Messer Construction Inc s insurance risk management advisors and if the accident resulted in serious injury to company attorneys If the accident resulted in serious injury the procedure will be directed by the attorneys to provide the most reliable evidence or description legally permissible All investigations pursuant to the directions of legal counsel will be protected by all applicable privileges if any The attorney will provide more detail on this topic during the investigation Every job location will have on site at least one camera preferably either a video or a sixty second type with enough film to take pictures immediately after any accident occurrence Some workplaces will have a video camera A written report should be prepared from notes and diagrams made at the scene or a portable Dictaphone will be used to record direct eyewitness statements as near to the actual time of observation as possible All statements should include the
413. will be responsible for the adequacy maintenance and sanitation of any PPE provided or owned by employees for any reason Regardless of origin no PPE considered for use shall be defective or damaged The supervisor will ensure that all employees are properly trained in the following Page 140 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan When PPE is necessary What PPE is necessary How to properly don doff adjust and wear PPE The limitations of the PPE and The proper care maintenance useful life and disposal of the PPE The supervisor shall certify in writing that each employee has been properly trained in the above and that each employee has demonstrated an understanding of the training discussed above and the ability to use the selected PPE before being allowed to perform work requiring the use of PPE Employees shall be provided retraining as the supervisor deems necessary to ensure compliance with 29 CFR 1910 132 When the supervisor has reason to believe that any affected employee who has already been trained does not have the understanding and skill required to properly use PPE the supervisor shall provider additional training to each such employee Other circumstances where retraining is necessary include but are not limited to situations where the workplace render previous training obsolete or changes in the types of PPE to be used render previou
414. will take place b Building occupants should be notified to close windows and doors within 25 feet of the work area c Pre clean paint chips dust and debris from existing surfaces using HEPA vacuums and wet cleaning methods before the job begins Place plastic catch sheeting or tarpaulins to collect debris on the ground floor or platform directly below the work area and at least 6 feet out in all directions from the working surfaces When working on elevated surfaces an additional 6 feet of catch sheeting is required per floor above the first to a maximum of 25 feet Individual catch sheets or tarpaulins should be overlapped a minimum of 18 inches and secured to each other Prepping should not take place on windy days Catch sheets or tarps should be weighted or secured to the ground d All windows doors and other openings in the work area shall be sealed using polyethylene on the inside Care should be taken not to disturb interior surfaces which may also contain lead Barrier tape will be used to isolate the work area in such a way that no member of the public can get within 10 ft of the work area This requirement may need to be adjusted for work on elevated surfaces The work area itself must be demarcated and barricaded using disposable danger tape and Lead Danger warning Page 206 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan signs bearing the followin
415. wo types of materials that may be encountered NIOSH has concluded that significant exposures can occur during work to repaint lead containing materials or to repair windows that have leaded glazing A small amount of care can significantly decrease the potential for exposure to lead during maintenance activities that involve the disturbance of lead containing materials The guidelines in this section should be used when the primary purpose of the work Page 204 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan is not to remove lead containing materials but to conduct a repair or maintenance activity As an example these guidelines would be used when scraping loose paint in preparation for a repainting job but would not be appropriate in an instance where all paint from a surface loose and intact would be removed The following procedures should be employed for operations and maintenance activities where prior sampling has confirmed the presence of lead Employees conducting these types of activities must have attended a lead awareness training session concerning the potential hazards of working with lead and proper use of personal protective equipment Interior Work a Notify all occupants where work involving lead will take place b Conduct work involving lead containing materials at times when the area is unoccupied c Place 6 mil polyethylene sheeting a mini
416. xhaust ventilation system some form of respiratory protection will be required when welding is performed Highly toxic or concentrated welding fumes may require the welder to use a supplied air hood type respirator no matter what type of ventilation is in place Testing equipment is needed to effectively evaluate the levels of toxicity welding fumes emit Many toxic fumes are colorless and odorless and chronic effects of overexposures may not be immediately detectable Harmful levels of welding fumes cannot be determined by relying on your body s senses You may see smoke in the air smell an irritant and not be adversely affected In order to accurately determine the level of the contaminants present air quality testing equipment in the way of air sampling pumps are placed in the area and on the welder This equipment pulls air through a filter for a specified amount of time The sample is then evaluated at a laboratory to determine the levels of the exposure The degree of exposure present determines which type of ventilation system is most appropriate In field locations such as construction projects and shipyards sucker hoses can be set up to pull fumes from the welding zone Welding booths with local exhaust hoses at each station gives the welder some flexibility and mobility in performing the operation In situations where the welder must go to the work area due to size weight or the unwieldy configuration of the work piece portable exh
417. y NIOSH for their particular applications With a first aid program an employee will recognize when a problem may be occurring by exposure to a chemical ranging from headaches nausea dermatitis problems to other factors of discomfort when they use solvents or chemicals In the design of a facility that transports chemicals from storage to vats the content of pipes and storage containers must be clearly marked Within that facility design there must be an emergency shut off system in case of accident Each employee will be trained as to these emergency shut off systems Ventilation is another major factor in the design of any facility Whether by natural means or mechanical the system must be designed to control dust fumes solvents gases smoke or vapors which may be generated in the workplace It is also important that a medical or biological monitoring system be in operation as part of the safety standards If internal combustion engines are used in the facility or if there is a chance of leakage or mixture with a chemical that could create a toxic gas atmospheric gas levels must be monitored If toxic chemicals are used and stored in the facility they should be located in an isolated area to guarantee safety Hazardous Substances Communication When hazardous substances are used in the workplace a hazard communication program dealing with Material Safety Data Sheets MSDS labeling and employee training will be in operation MSDS mater
418. y belts before operating the vehicle Accidents Any accident involving Company vehicles including private rented or leased vehicles used on official Company business must be reported to the driver s supervisor If the driver is unable to make a report another employee who knows the details of the accident must make the report It is Tim Messer Construction Inc s policy that employees should not admit to responsibility for vehicle accidents occurring while on official business It is important that such admissions when appropriate be reserved for the company and its insurance carrier The law requires that each driver involved in a vehicle accident must show his her license on request by the other party Be sure to obtain adequate information on the drivers involved as well as on the owner of the vehicles Names addresses driver s license numbers vehicle descriptions and registration information are essential In addition a description of damages is needed for completion of accident reports If the accident is investigated by off site police agencies request that a copy of the police report be sent to Tim Messer Construction Inc or obtain the name and department of the investigating officer In case of collision with an unattended vehicle or other property the driver of the moving vehicle is required by law to notify the other party and to exchange information pertaining to the collision If unable to locate the other party leav
419. y fall six feet or more to a lower level At Tim Messer Construction Inc fall hazards specifically include work on building roofs transferring materials through the floor opening of an air handling room maintenance work conducted where a fall of six feet or more from the floor is possible this does not apply to work on scaffolds or ladders including work on overhead cranes lighting or rafters Protection from falling hazards must be provided The placement of toe boards and the use of hard hats will be strictly enforced Equipment shall not be stored within six feet of an unprotected edge ENGINEERING CONTROLS The first step in minimizing work hazards is to determine if engineering controls can eliminate or lessen the hazard of the job Engineering controls of fall hazards consist of guardrails toe boards covers and other rails or barriers that prevent falls Tim Messer Construction Inc will provide engineering controls where possible to minimize fall hazards Personnel should alert Tim Messer Construction Inc s RSO or supervisor to potential fall hazards not already identified and controlled Additionally anchor points if necessary will be installed at locations where personal fall arrest systems PFAS will be used Page 168 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES Work Practices In all cases safe work practices must b
420. y or recently used prescription or non prescription medication or other relevant information The employee or applicant may provide this information both before and after testing to the Medical Review Officer The information provided shall be confidential Employees and job applicants may consult the Medical Review Officer for technical information regarding prescription and non prescription medication Page 283 Copyright Sunshine Safety Services St Louis MO Tim Messer Construction Inc Injury amp Illness Prevention Plan 7 Explanation of Test Results An employee or job applicant who receives a positive confirmed test result may contest or explain the result to the Medical Review Officer within five 5 working days after receiving written notification of the test result If an employee s or job applicant s explanation or challenge is unsatisfactory to the Medical Review Officer the Medical Review Officer will report a positive test result back to Tim Messer Construction Inc The employee or job applicant may contest the drug result An employee or job applicant is responsible for notifying the laboratory in the event he she initiates any administrative or civil action in order to ensure that the laboratory retains the specimen Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or a last chance agreement may challenge actions taken under this program if such challenge s is authorized by their collective bargaining agree
421. y vomiting a feeling of dullness progressing to drowsiness and stupor poor memory restlessness irritability tremor and convulsions It may arise suddenly with the onset of seizures followed by coma and death There is a tendency for muscular weakness to develop at the same time This weakness may progress to paralysis often observed as a characteristic wrist drop or foot drop and is a manifestation of a disease to the nervous system called peripheral neuropathy Chronic overexposure to lead also results in kidney disease with few if any symptoms appearing until extensive and most likely permanent kidney damage has occurred Routine laboratory tests reveal the presence of this kidney disease only after about two thirds of kidney function is lost When overt symptoms of urinary dysfunction arise it is often too late to correct or prevent worsening conditions and progression to kidney dialysis or death is possible Chronic overexposure to lead impairs the reproductive systems of both men and women Overexposure to lead may result in decreased sex drive impotence and sterility in men Lead can alter the structure of sperm cells raising the risk of birth defects There is evidence of miscarriage and stillbirth in women whose husbands were exposed to lead or who were exposed to lead themselves Lead exposure also may result in decreased fertility and abnormal menstrual cycles in women The course of pregnancy Page 212 Copyright Sunshin
422. zards of cadmium exposure Housekeeping Employers must maintain all surfaces as free as practicable of accumulations of cadmium and clean up spills promptly Compressed air may be used to clean up accumulations of cadmium if it does not disperse cadmium into the air vacuuming using a high efficiency particulate air filter is preferable The employer also must ensure that waste scrap debris bags containers equipment and clothing contaminated with cadmium and consigned for disposal be collected and disposed of in sealed impermeable bags or other closed impermeable containers These bags and containers must be labeled according to the provisions of the rule and disposed of according to applicable federal state and local regulations Hygiene Facilities and Practices The employer must provide facilities for showering and handwashing change rooms and lunch rooms for employees exposed above the TWA PEL Change rooms must be equipped with separate storage facilities for street clothes and personal protective clothing equipment and must be designed to prevent dispersing cadmium and contaminating the employee s street clothes The lunch area should be readily accessible to employees The level of cadmium in lunch areas must be below the action level of 2 5 ug m3 Before entering the lunch area employees must clean or remove their protective clothing by HEPA vacuuming or some other removal method that does not disperse cadmium into the air Also

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