EHS Guidelines For Contractors / Sub-Contractors & Service Providers

0.0       INTRODUCTION:

This is a summary of safety rules and working procedures, which we suggest are the minimum standard practices applicable to all contractor personnel working on XXX facilities. These are the XXX rules and are intended to supplement applicable laws and regulations of the XXX Safety Manual.

0.1 ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY

 XXX intends that its activities will, comply with all relevant statutory and other provisions and all measures will be taken to minimize injury and ill health to its employees and other & stakeholders, who may be affected by its operations. We are committed to the integration of safety and environmental considerations in all areas of corporate activity, including the design and operation of all facilities, and implement a process of continual improvement in this regard. We are also committed to prevent pollution and continuously improve our processes and system to conserve natural resources.

 0.2 Responsibility:

1. Management and supervisory staff have the responsibility for implementing the policy throughout the company, to see that environmental, health and safety considerations are always given priority in the planning and execution of all work.
2. All employees and contractors are expected to strictly adhere to the above policy.

In their areas, so that work is carried out with minimum risk to themselves, other and environment. 

0.3 Approach:

1. To maintain high technical standards by employing skilled and qualified technical staff and train them for effective performance.
2. To design, construct and operate all plant, equipment, storage areas, etc. taking into consideration safety and environmental aspects.
3. To identify and communicate all hazard-related information about our process and raw materials to all employees, neighboring communities, and contractors.
4. To train employees in firefighting, first aid, use of PPE’s, safe handling of hazardous chemicals and effectively implement ‘on-site’ emergency plan.
5. To periodically audit safety preparedness, do a risk analysis.
6. Asst. Manager, EHS shall be available to assist in the implementation of the policy and provide information, advice, and support to employees.
7. To make adequate financial and technical resources available to allow the policy to be carried out..

 1.0      IMPLEMENTATION OF EHS AT XXX.

1.1 Following focal areas are addressed by our Environmental Occupation Health and Safety Management system:

• Conservation of resources especially Energy, Water, Fuel and Petroleum Products used in processes.
• Optimum utilization of energy.
• Minimum wastage & optimum utilization of diesel, lubricants, hydraulic oils, water by minimizing its leakage, spillage during storage, recycling and periodic maintenance of machinery.
• Upkeep of equipment machinery in good working condition for maintaining their efficiency levels by periodic servicing and checking as per maintenance schedule.
• Reduce waste generation in the manufacturing of moldings & sleeves.

Fire, Spillage of chemicals & oil in large quantities, Gas leakage in large quantities are identified as potential foreseeable emergencies in our nature of operations. A separate procedure is in place to address these environmental emergencies. Management Programs are formed in order to make permanent changes in the existing systems. Operating Control Procedures in different departments are implemented to maintain the processes under controlled conditions. These programs & procedures are implemented on the departmental level; any deviations are recorded & taken up in Management Review (Core group) meeting by Management Representative. All employees are aware of the EHS systems and their roles & responsibilities for implementing the same through rigorous training.

Ultimately our system aims at continual improvement. Once the Objectives / Targets are achieved/implemented through Management Programs, new Objectives & targets demanding a higher level of environmental performance will be set & achieved. This journey for continual improvement is ongoing & endless. We have just made the beginning. We are sure that our perseverance, patience, untiring efforts & inner urge shall help us achieve this noble cause of protecting our environment.

2.0       ACTIVITY

These activities are applicable to visitors / contractors / vendors / their employees / associates.

2.1 THE RULES ARE OBLIGATORY TO ALL CONTRACTORS:- 

1. These Safety rules have been circulated for the performance of EHS practices regarding day to day work of the concerned contractor.
2. These rules in no way relieve / to help a contractor from his obligation under various statutory rules and regulations.
3. All regulations, codes, and ordinances of the Ministries and local Authority regarding EHS shall be obligatory to the contractors.
4. The contractor should have a valid License with WC Policy as per Govt. rule & regulations amended time to time before mobilization/starting job at the site.
5. The contractor will be solely responsible for the safety of his employee.

3.0       GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 

1. No Supervisor/worker below 18 years (verbal clarification will not acceptable).
2. Smoking, carrying matchbox, lighter, mobile and other types of electronic types of equipment capable to generate the ignition source is strictly prohibited.
3. Chewing tobacco, Supari, Gutka, other habitual material, and spitting is strictly prohibited inside the premises.
4. The contractor will provide proper drinking water & sanitation facilities to the worker.
5. Emergency exit should be used only in the events of the emergency.
6. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the XXX Premises.
7. Material, types of equipment, tools, the debris of contractors should not be stored overhead and near doors/emergency exists. No loose material should be left in the work area. These must be stored at the place provided by the concerned XXX representative.
8. All types of waste generated in the XXX premises must be segregated & disposed of as per the directives of concerned XXX representative.
9. Diesel / Petrol / any type of chemical / chemically contaminated waste should not be disposed of in water drain/washbasin/ any other place in XXX premises.
10. Housekeeping should be maintained.
11. Welding/gas cutting work should not be done without a proper permit on XXX premises.

 4.0       EHS MANAGEMENT:- 

1. The contractor shall demonstrate a strong commitment to XXX’s EHS Policy.
2. Be responsible for all aspects of contractor EHS performance & ensuring that his site supervisory person is competent and has the authority to implement the EHS system properly & to follow EHS practices and procedures.
3. The contractor should have the obligation to minimize the injuries & abate pollution, minimize loss of material. For that, he should take maximum precautions and utilize his own past experience at the time of execution.
4. The Machineries at the site are maintained in such a manner that it does not pollute the air/water and soil of the site.
5. Attain in-house / outside training program, those arranged by EHS Dept.
6. The contractor shall immediately report any oil, chemical, etc. spill to the company.
7. The contractor shall periodically assess noise levels from operation & install sound absorption and mitigation devices.
8. Tank/fuel vessels should have secondary containment with a retention capacity equal to 110% of the largest tank.
9. The contractors should always keep our concern worksite/area neat, clean & free from physical hazards.
10. Waste materials always keep aside to avoid interference for working & chances of the accident at site and segregation as per standard practices.
11. The contractor shall be responsible for disposing of waste at their own cost. If not disposed of in a proper manner, XXX will be disposing of & deducting disposal cost from the contractor bill.
12. The contractor shall make his own arrangement of an emergency vehicle at the site.
13. In case of an accident, the person should be immediately sent to dispensary / OHC / nearest Hospital for medical help & accident report in the proper format, duly signed by an authorized representative to Safety Officer / HR Dept. without fails. Also, take care of medical treatment/compensation whatsoever as per industrial rule.
14. The work area shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner. Aisles, emergency Exits & controls must be kept free from obstruction at all times.

5.0 PPE:- 

1. Approved Safety helmet & Safety shoes are mandatory in premises to employees & supervisors of the contractors depending on their work.
2. Contractors should ensure that all the employees are equipped with proper protective equipment for the work and they are entrusted with.
3. PPE should always be meeting the appropriate standards, is to be provided by the contractor (BS / ANSI – American National Institute)
4. Proper training for the use and care of such Personal Protective Equipment to be given by the contractor to all workforces.

• Head protection: Safety Helmet
• Eye & Face protection: Safety Goggle with side shield & face shield
• Foot protection: Safety Shoes/gumboot
• Hand protection: Hand gloves (work related compatible material).
• Fall protection: Full body harness
• Hearing protection: Earplug / Earmuff
• Dust mask: Approved for protection from Dust inhalation (DGMS/CE/NIOSH)

 6.0       CLOTHING & OTHER APPAREL:- 

Clothing suitable for the job shall be worn.

1. Long pants and shirts or coveralls should be worn at all times during perform the work.
2. Ragged or loose clothing and jewelry (ring, watch, necklaces, etc.) are not to be worn when operating equipment.
3. Any clothing that becomes saturated with petroleum / hazardous chemicals should be promptly removed or changed.
4. Wearing loose clothes are not allowed near rotating parts /equipment.

7.0 WORK PERMIT:- 

1. The contractor should take work Permit from the concerned Dept. for any activity.
2. At every time contractor should have a valid permit for work at the site, which is also signed by standby Supervisor, concern HOD & concerned Plant Head.
3. Safety Officer Sign is required on Hot, Height, Vessel entry & civil permit.
4. Dept. supervisor/engineer should be responsible for monitoring job & site till completion & strictly follow the precautions of related permit.
5. The electrical permit under control of Electrical HOD / Unit Head.
6. Contractor shall provide proper illumination in their respective work area after sunset, also ensured safe working when natural daylight may not be adequate for clear visibility.
7. After completion of job Supervisor should close permit, file the record copy.
8. XXX reserves its right to suspend the work in the event of the contractor not complying with the rules or instructions with regard to Safety practices for which no claim of any kind will be entertained.

8.0 Vehicles: 

1. The vehicle should be parked in the parking area or as per the instruction of the security officer.
2. U.C. Of vehicle & driving license of the driver should be valid & should be shown to security officer during entry of XXX,  otherwise, entry of the vehicle will be refused.
3. The vehicle should not have diesel/petrol/ water leakage.
4. Loading dock should be used during loading or unloading only. Afterward, the vehicle should be removed from loading dock & should be parked at the parking area or as per the instruction of the security officer.
5. Maintenance work for the vehicle is not allowed inside the XXX Premises.
6. Washing of the vehicle is not allowed inside the XXX Premises.
7. Contractors should not park their vehicle in such a way that it will be a hindrance to the smooth flow of traffic in the premises.
8. Jumping on or off trucks, automobiles or another moving vehicle is prohibited. Men should wait until the vehicle stops before attempting to enter or leave.

 9.0 Accident & Emergencies: 

 In case of an emergency stop the work, keep equipment in a safe location and gather near assembly point. These instructions should be followed in case of accidents/emergencies. 

9.1       Personnel Protection: 

1. The person should wear goggles giving complete protection to the eyes.
2. The person should wear hand gloves to handle the material.

9.2       Actions by the Driver In Case of Accidents:

1. Stop the engine.
2. No naked lights, no smoking.
3. Mark roads and warn other users or passers-by
4. Absorb leaking liquid with earth or similar material

 9.3 Actions By The Driver In Case of fire:

  Use a fire extinguisher only for smaller fire in connection with the vehicle. Do not fight a fire:

• Which can increase with loaded material?
• Which cannot be controlled with the fire extinguisher?

Inform immediately to the local fire department immediately.

9.4       First Aid: 

1. If the substance has gone into eyes, immediately wash the eyes with plenty of water for several minutes & take help of the nearest doctor.
2. Remove contaminated clothes immediately & wash affected skin with soap & water.
3. In case of burns immediately cool affected the skin as long as possible with cold water.
4. Seek medical attention when anyone has symptoms apparently due to inhalation, swallowing or contact with skin or eyes or following inhalation of fumes produced by the fire.
5. Contractors should arrange own First Aid box at the work site & they should maintain the required material in it & take proper care of injured persons.

 9.5 Laisioning with XXX:

 All fires, serious injury-accidents and any chemical spillage in large quantities should be reported immediately to intercom telephone numbers: 000,000,000,000,000,000 Representative of XXX will provide you required help & will contact emergency services for you (if required) & direct them on site/location during an emergency.

10.0     Guide to Disposal of waste

 There are two types of waste generated in the factory. Solid waste and hazardous waste.

 10.1     Solid Waste: 

Waste, which is not contaminated by oil, paint, powder, ink, and any chemical, is considered solid waste. Examples of solid waste are paper waste, polybag/polythene sheet, plastic waste, metal waste, wooden waste, empty drums, etc.

10.2     Hazardous Waste:

Waste, which is contaminated with oil, paint, and any chemical, is considered hazardous waste. Examples of hazardous waste are contaminated cotton/paper/plastic/polybag, sheet / wooden waste, hand gloves, mask, containers.  Empty drums of oil, paint, chemicals, paint, ink, etc.

10.3      Trade Effluent:

Any water, pretreatment soln. bath, plating chemical, used in process when disposed of, it becomes trade effluent. MPCB has given norms for trade effluent prior to disposal. The examples of trade effluent are water used in bath for pre-treatment, water, pretreatment soln. bath, plating chemical, water used to clean the components, etc. This trade effluent to be treated in a comprehensive treatment system consisting of primary/secondary and/or tertiary treatment as is warranted (if required) so as to achieve the quality of the treated effluent to the following standards:

1)   PH                                          Between                                             5.5 to 9.0

2)   Suspended Solids                Not to exceed                                    100 mg/l

3)   BOD 3days 27 Deg. C.         Not to exceed                                    100 mg/l

4)   COD                                       Not to exceed                                    250 mg/l

5)   Oil & Grease                         Not to exceed                                    10 mg/l

The water can be tested at an authorized lab. If the effluent treatment system is not available in the house then these effluents can be treated at the common hazardous waste disposal facility. For further details and guidance for effluent testing, treatment (if required) & disposal you can contact the concerned purchase executive or management representative of XXX.

10.4     Storage & collection waste:

Solid waste and hazardous waste should be collected & stored in separate bins. The main reason for storing this waste separately is if mixed all solid waste will also become hazardous waste.

10.5     Disposal method:

Solid waste should be given to off-site recycler for recycling.

10.5.1  Disposal method of oil:

Oil should be given to Ministries authorized recycler who can recycle the oil.

10.5.2  Disposal method of hazardous / contaminated waste:

Hazardous waste to be incinerated at the Ministries authorized site. For further details and guidance for waste disposal, you can contact the concerned purchase executive or management representative of XXX.

10.5.3  Operational criteria: 

• Avoid spillage of paint, powder, water, oil, chemicals, etc.
• Keep containers of paint, powder, oil, chemicals closed and the lid secured when not in use.
• Store paint, powder, oil, and chemicals at the designated place as per respective material safety data sheet. (MSDS)
• In case of spillage, arrest spill immediately by soaking contents with rags, cotton waste or sawdust. Clean and keep the contaminated material at the designated place.
• Do not allow paint, powder, oil, and chemicals to spill or drain in water or stormwater drain.
• Use bare minimum quantity (avoid excessive use) of oil for lubrication, cotton waste.
• Study MSDS for use of PPE, ensure the use of Personnel protective equipment (PPE) such as hand gloves, mask, etc. as mentioned in MSDS.
• While painting/powder coating ensures that proper process parameters are set as recommended by the manufacturer or as per process validation to avoid defects.
• Ensure appropriately skilled operators are employed for respective operations.
• Ensure that paints/chemicals are used before the expiry date. If it is expired do not use & sent it back to the manufacturer.
• Store hazardous waste and solid waste in different bins at respective places. Ensure hazardous waste & solid wastes are not mixed.
• Dispose of solid and hazardous waste as per the guidelines are given above.
• Ensure following while handling & storage of hazardous waste.
• Do not store hazardous waste for more than 90 days.
• Store all hazardous waste in the designated place in closed container/drum & Keep the container closed with a lid during storage.
• Use properly cleaned container only for the storage of hazardous waste.
• Mark the container holding hazardous waste as “HAZARDOUS WASTE” in both English & local language & put danger sign on it.
• Ensure following while disposal of hazardous waste.
• For disposal of hazardous waste use transporter who is authorized to handle hazardous waste. Generally, waste management vendors send their transporter to collect hazardous waste.
• During disposal of hazardous waste prepare hazardous waste manifest. Explain the use of TREM card & give its copy to the transporter
• Verify containers/boxes/cartons offered for transportation for its suitability & mark / label them with type & category of waste in it.
• Instruct transporter to deliver hazardous waste without any delay to the designated facility.

 11.0 SCAFFOLDING:- 

1. While working at heights adequate scaffolding & staging should be used.
2. Scaffoldings should be of sound material, securely fastened and should be capable of supporting 4 times the combined weight of men and material who will be working on them.
3. Wooden planks used in scaffoldings should not be less than 10” wide, 2” thick and should not extend beyond the outer supports by more than 12” nor less than 6”.
4. Railing, guarding and toe boards should be provided in all scaffoldings, which are 2 meters or more in height.

12.0     OVERHEAD WORK / WORKING AT HEIGHT:- 

1. Always uses, to protect from serious injuries due to fall from a height, if the concerned worker will be performing work at height – above 1.8 meter. From zero level or more is mandatory (If there is no Permanent platform and railing available). No half body safety belts are allowed.
2. In critical situation use, two lifelines / generate the firm supports / necessary arrangement for hook up the lifeline at elevated levels. In the absence of such a structure, seek assistance from the Plant / Building.
3. Common life-line shall be used wherever linear movement at height is required. 

13.0 ERECTION: 

1. This is prerequisites – workman engaged for working at height activities must not be suffering from Hypertension, Diabetes, Vertigo, and Epilepsy.
2. Erecting/lifting machinery should have a valid test certificate.
3. Only qualified and authorized employees should be allowed to operate mobile cranes and other hoisting equipment.
4. Before operating cranes or hoisting equipment, the operator should sound a warning and he should accept signals only from one person for starting the work of raising, lowering and swinging loads.
5. The only authorized supervisor should instruct to the crane operator.
6. Workmen in charge of the working squad should be responsible for the safe loading and use of ropes, chains, slings, jacks, skids, and other hoisting and lifting apparatus according to their Safe Working Load (SWL), use of defective tool & tackles not allowed.
7. No persons shall be allowed to stand, walk or work beneath/under any suspended load or erecting equipment.
8. The operator should stop crane immediately if STOP signal from anyone.
9. Guide rope must be used for guiding & at time of lifting any loads.
10. Don’t release the load on chain block, crane and hydra for a long time.
11. Hanging equipment around operating units is prohibited at all times.

 14.0     LIFTING MACHINE / LIFTING TOOLS & TACKLE:-

1. Valid test certificate of tool & tackles submits to concern Dept. / or shall be thoroughly examined & tested before taking in to use at least once in a year by a competent person.
2. Lifting Machine: Crane, crab, winch, teagle, pulley block, gin wheel, etc.
3. Lifting tackle: Chain sling, rope sling, hook, shackle, swivel, coupling, socket, clamp, tray or similar appliances using for lifting load or loads by use of lifting machine.
4. Defective or worn out tools & tackles ropes should never be used even if the loads appear small. Always used standard & certified tool & tackles.
5. New links should be inserted by competent persons.
6. Check thoroughly all lifting tools, tackles, ropes & slings before putting them to use.
7. When applying U Bolts and clips, to be checked adequate number.

15.0     NATURAL / SYNTHETIC / FIBER ROPES:–

1. The rope should have properly cared and the following precautions should be taken. (Cotton, Jute, Nylon rope not allowed)
2. The rope should not pass over sharp edges; kinked ropes should not be used.
3. The rope should not drag on the ground unnecessarily. Using too small sheaves should be avoided.
4. The rope should not be permitted to slip on winch drum or moving drums.
5. Do not tie knots where splices should be used.
6. Ropes should not be allowed to soak in the oil and exposed to acid or other

Corrosive substances. They should be washed and dried.

16.0     MATERIAL AT HEIGHT:- 

1. Not to throw any material from any height. In the event, to be followed standard procedure. (Instruct to all other concerned; the particular area must be barricaded to keep other persons in the clear distance, also to be kept supervisor for monitoring till completion of the job.)
2. Open machinery is not allowed at the work site, proper guarding is required.
3. Keep all your hand tools such as chisels hammers. Files punch spanners wrenches etc. in good condition at all time.
4. Keep wrenches spanners & other tools securely so that they will not slip at the time of execution of the job. Also do not leave Tools and materials on an elevated position, if there is a possibility of falling from a height.
5. Do not use tools for another purpose, for which they were designed.

17.0     ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS:- 

1. XXX giving single point connection to every contractor. He should generate an extension board for further distribution.
2. Only qualified persons of the contractor should undertake electrical works/repairs. If required take help of XXX electrical team.
3. The contractors should take precautions to prevent tripping hazards caused by defective equipment and welding lines etc.
4. The contractors should arrange required fire extinguisher at the site for emergency uses.
5. Bare wire for connection/extension not allowed on premises.
6. Provide ELCB for main extension board to protect others.
7. Be careful about the loose connection.
8. Take approval from electrical HOD for temporary electrical connections, he should ensure cables quality /earthing/grounding arrangement, etc. 

18.0 ELECTRICAL WORK:- 

1. Treat all circuits as LIVE unless ensured to be DEAD.
2. XXX system to be followed for better communication.
3. All electric hand lamp/bulbs should have a protective wire mesh guard.
4. A clear indication of ON-OFF switches will must on related equipment & use appropriate Amp switch. Also, use approved PPE for electrical work.
5. Make sure the cord will be protected against abuses and possible damage, from welding sparks, hot surfaces, and sharp edges.
6. Ladder used for electric equipment should be of non-metallic construction so as not to be a conductor of electricity.
7. If any cables passing through an aisle or passage make sure it is raised to at least 2 meters above the ground, to avoid damage.
8. Immediately change damaged cables, don’t wait for an accident/incident.
9. Regularly check test lamp, working condition of electrical tools by a competent / authorized supervisor.
10. Identify electrical hazards, repair or report immediately to concerned or XXX electrical Dept. for help or rectification.
11. In flameproof area always use flameproof tools.
12. Electrical tools provide with ground wire, top pins, and sockets and should have proper gland packing.
13. Ensure, the extension cord is free from the cut, damage insulation links or joints. Cable marker to be provided for underground cables.
14. Ensure easy access to put OFF the supply in case of emergency. In case of short circuit /fire/equipment caught fire.
15. Extinguished electrical fire with the CO2 extinguisher, in absence of CO2 to be used DCP extinguisher (aim is to extinguish the fire).
16. Use warning instruction boards while working on Feeder / Panel.

 MEN ARE WORKING

 DO NOT PUT ON

 19.0     GRINDING / SHEARING MACHINE:- 

1. The grinding/ Shearing machine always maintain in good condition.
2. Grinding / Shearing machine should have protective wheel guard.
3. Top pin required for connection & extension purpose from extension board, avoid joints for cable & chances of a short circuit in premises.
4. Grinder operator should have safety goggle, leather hand gloves, and safety shoes. Use proper ISI / approved grinding wheels all the time.
5. The skilled employee should operate grinder / Shearing & barricade the front area to restrict sparks. Shifted flammable material from the site.
6. All portable power tools such as drills & grinders etc., which are operated electrically, should be thoroughly inspected before making use of them. 

20.0     CIVIL WORK:-

1. Before starting excavation, Civil Dept. should take clearance of Electrical, Mechanical & Safety Dept. for the absence of underground cable & lines.
2. Use MS pipe scaffolding with necessary clamping. Bamboo-jute scaffolding & use of empty drums for workbenches is strictly prohibited.
3. Barricade the area before excavation/shifting of material / shuttering / deshuttering & work at height.
4. Concerned Dept. should give maximum & enough precautions at the time of working to avoid accident/incident.

21.0     WELDING WORK:- 

1. Adequate precautions should be taken during welding (arc/argon) or gas cutting against hazards such as electric shocks, burns, fumes, fires, explosion and arc eyes, etc.
2. Welding machine shall be in good condition (should have an ON-OFF switch, Amp meter, Voltmeter, proper connector, copper cable for earthing & welding holder, lugs for fitting cables, Amp adjustable in good condition (remotely operated is also acceptable), holder for connecting earthing).
3. Use armored cable up to welding machine with the top pin.
4. Always use safety shoes, Leather hand gloves, welding shield / proper tint goggle, safety harness depending on work situation (always be careful).
5. To carry out gas cutting or welding work beyond 15 Mtr. from the place where any hazardous/flammable material is kept.
6. During welding, the earth should be given directly at the job, no short-cut allowed.
7. The welder should be qualified/skilled & perform his work independently, not depend on another employee for adjusting current and so on.
8. To be provided with adequate ventilation, if work performs in confined spaces.
9. When welding or gas cutting in elevated positions, precautions should be taken to prevent sparks or hot metal slag falling below, where the other employees are working / flammable material stacked below.
10. Make a practice to collect the burnt welding rod pieces in drum & handover to dept. for further disposal.
11. Workshop: Before welding or cutting a pipe, tank or container, which contain flammable material, it should be thoroughly cleaned and gas free and if necessary ‘Hot Work Permit’ should be obtained.
12. Welding booth should be located at downwind direction to avoid exposure of toxic gas to others.
13. Use required PPE’s & warned cloth should be free from oil and grease.
14. Goggles should be worn while chipping the welding slag. 

22.0     LADDER:- 

1. Safety goggle, welding shield, hand gloves (Leather– Hot work, Cotton– Material handling, Rubber– acid & alkali, Cryogenic – LPG / IB) to be used whenever necessary.
2. The contractor should have a proper ladder. Wooden / bamboo / torr-steel ladder not allowed on premises.

 23.0     PAINTING WORK:-

1. The painting contractor should follow all due precautions of painting standards / working at height/cleaning/ protecting equipment/disposal of waste.
2. In confined spaces, workers shall be protected with approved mask/airline respirators / tight fitting rubber mask (especially for spray painting).
3. The contractor can use approved Botwin chair / Zoola at time of painting at an elevated level, with required accessories.
4. Don’t do painting below the permitted hot work, or above the other work.
5. Generate pipe scaffolding wherever required.
6. Compressed gas shall not be used for cleaning of clothing / or part of the body. If used for another cleaning, the discharge shall not exceed thirty-30 psi and eye protection shall be warned.

24.0     COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS / GAS CUTTING:-

1.  We shall be allowed only Acetylene /  Metal Cutting Gas cylinder in our premises for cutting purpose & issuing a permit for the same.
2. Cylinders should have protective valve cap if it is in use / when being transported / empty & spares kept in the shed.
3. Cylinders identification on the basis of the standard color code of GC Rules.
4. Use XXX approved cutting torch, Regulator & hoses for cutting set & must be inspecting frequently (Hoses: Red–Flammable gas & Blue –Oxygen)
5. Provide nRV and flashback arrester cylinders for to protect the cylinder from flashback & backfire.
6. Hosepipe and another accessory to be connected with proper clamps.
7. Acetylene or Liquid compressed Gas cylinder shall never be used in the horizontal position, as the liquid may be forced out through hose causing a Fire hazard/ explosion.
8. Use proper trolley for shifting/carrying cylinder, rolling and carrying on the shoulder to be avoided.
9. Compressed gas cylinder shall be stored in the upright position & secured with chain in a shed. Flammable & non-flammable keep separately.
10. Compressed gas cylinder shall be returned immediately to a suitable storage area after use. They shall not be permitted to lie around the work site
11. The only qualified/skilled worker should do the cutting work.
12. The gas cutting torch must be lighted by means of friction lighter.
13. The gas cylinder should be placed in locations where sparks or flames from
14. Leather hand gloves & goggle mandatory at the time of performing work.
15. If the cylinder is in use, cylinders valve-key must be placed on valve spindle.

 25.0     OTHER WORKS:-

 Material handling contractor should take utmost care of our employees, avoid exposure, skin contact & working in the chemical exposed area,

1. To minimize risk to employees and others,
2. Not creating new hazards at the site, for that, he should take maximum care,
3. Abate pollution.

26.0     PENALTIES:- 

1. In case of damage to property due to lapses by the contractor, XXX Management has reserved the right of necessary actions.
2. A penalty of Rs. 10, 00,000 shall be levied for every fatal accident and Rs.2, 00,000 for every loss time injury occurring during the course of the execution of the said contract.
3. Penalties for the non-compliance of safety regulations will be levied as under: If any person found violating the safety rules he will be issued a warning, mentioning the name of workmen name of the contractor, dept. / location. Any workmen found violating 3 times will not be allowed to enter the premises/site in the future.
4. Hiding of disability/accident will result in a penalty of 25% of the contract value.
5. To threaten / bullying to XXX / other contractor employees said workmen will not be allowed to enter the premises/site in the future. 

TYPE OF OFFENSE	PENAL CLAUSE
Not wearing helmets / safety shoes / welding goggles / shield / apron / safety goggles / hand gloves / non standard practices.	First Offence- Warning Note with a fine of KWD. 200/-   Second offense- Fine of KWD. 1000/- & action for termination of the job of concerned supervisor/contractor/ workmen.
Nonuse of full body harness / other life-saving safety gear / unguarded tools & machinery / Electrical gloves / Electrical safety shoes / No cordon off the area at the time throwing material from height / no use of safety net / unsafe working which may tend to fatal events / violating the permit conditions.	First Offence- Warning Note with a fine of KWD. 100/-   Second offense- Action for the concerned supervisor/workmen for termination of his job and a fine of KWD. 1000/-.

Contractor / Vendor / Their Employee’s Acknowledgement:

I have read, understood and agreed to abide by Environmental, Health And Safety Requirement and Do’s & Dont’s of XXX.

Name:

Signature:

Name of Company:                                           Date:

Trainer’s Acknowledgement:

The above-named employee was trained to understand and abide by the Environmental Policy and Dos & Dont’s of XXX.

Name:

Signature:

Name of Company:                                          Date:

Note: XXX representative will train Vendors & Contractors whereas Contractors & Vendors will be responsible to train their employees prior to arriving at XXX.

Contact XXX. 

XXX,