OGDCL Oil & gas field

Chemicals handling

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 PURPOSE......................................................................................................................
2.0 SCOPE...........................................................................................................................
3.0 SPECIFIC ABBREVIATIONS / DEFINITIONS..............................................................
4.0 AFFECTS.......................................................................................................................
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES................................................................................
5.1 OGDCL OGDCL/Utilities Construction Manager.................................................
5.2 CONTRACTOR Construction Manager................................................................
5.3 CONTRACTOR HSSE Manager.............................................................................
5.4 CONTRACTOR Supervisors and Vendors...........................................................
6.0 HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS REQUIRING CONTROL..................................................
6.1 General....................................................................................................................
6.2 Hydrocarbons.........................................................................................................
6.3 Flammable liquefied or pressurized gases
6.4 Corrosives...............................................................................................................
6.5 Chemical asphyxiants............................................................................................
6.6 Irritant gases and vapours....................................................................................
6.7 Systemic toxic chemicals......................................................................................
6.8 Carcinogens and suspect carcinogens...............................................................
6.9 Infectious substances............................................................................................
6.10 Asbestos.................................................................................................................
6.11 Tributyltin (TBT)......................................................................................................
7.0 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS).............................................................
7.1 Inventory of hazardous materials.........................................................................
7.2 MSDS Master File/Listing......................................................................................
7.3 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) content....................................................
9.0 PACKAGING AND LABELLING...................................................................................
9.1 General....................................................................................................................
9.2 Warning signs
9.3 Packaging for transport to/from Worksite...........................................................
10.0 STORAGE AREAS........................................................................................................
10.1 General....................................................................................................................
10.2 Segregation of incompatible materials
10.3 Separation distances.............................................................................................
11.0 USE.................................................................................................................................
11.1 Transport.................................................................................................................
11.2 Handling and use....................................................................................................
11.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE)..................................................................
12.0 SPILLS AND WASTE DISPOSAL.................................................................................
12.1 Spills........................................................................................................................
12.2 Disposal of hazardous chemicals........................................................................
13.0 INFORMATION AND TRAINING...................................................................................
14.0 WORKSITE INSPECTIONS...........................................................................................
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1.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the safe handling, use and disposal of all
chemicals
It is CONTRACTOR responsibility to ensure that all chemicals produced, imported, or used.
The components of this Hazard Communication Program include:

 A method of hazard determination;

 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) requirements;

 Labels and other forms of warning; and

 Employee information and training.

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2.0 SCOPE
This document addressed the HSE requirements for the storage and use of all chemicals
during the operation on OGDCL site. These include:

 Fuels (petrol, diesel);

 Lube and hydraulic oils;

 Flammable gases (acetylene, propane, etc);

 Nitrogen and argon gas

 Paint, thinners;

 Abrasive blast material;

 Refractory material, concrete grouts, sealants and curing materials, fireproofing material,
etc;

3.0 SPECIFIC ABBREVIATIONS / DEFINITIONS

4.0 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

4.1 Incharge process /Shift Incharge

The OGDCL In charge process /shift Incharge has the overall responsibility for this
procedure and is responsible for supporting it and for ensuring that all entities at the jobsite
actively participate.
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4.2 CONTRACTOR Construction Manager
The CONTRACTOR Construction Manager has the responsibility for compliance with this
procedure and shall provide the personnel, facilities, and other resources necessary to
effectively implement, administer and enforce this procedure.
The CONTRACTOR Construction Manager is responsible for the effective dissemination,
education, and implementation of the requirements throughout the CONTRACTOR and its
sub-contractors’ organizations.
The CONTRACTOR Construction Manager shall ensure that all sub-contractor employees
and all lower-tier sub-contractors comply and actively participate with its requirements.

4.3 OGDCL HSE Incharge shall:

 Ensure that MSDSs are available at Worksite for all chemicals prior to the chemical being
transferred to Worksite;

 Maintain a log of all chemicals (storage locations, quantities, etc) at the Jobsite; and

 Monitoring and close out any control actions, training, and workplace monitoring and worker
health surveillance identified in the risk assessments.

4.4 CONTRACTOR Supervisors and Vendors

CONTRACTOR Supervisors and Vendors and others bringing to and using chemicals on
site shall submit the relevant MSDS to CONTRACTOR one month prior to arrival of the
hazardous chemical at site.

5.0 CHEMICALS REQUIRING CONTROL

5.1 General
The categories in this section outline the general characteristics of the chemicals that may
be used on the OGDCL gas field. CONTRACTOR shall obtain and review the MSDSs of
all chemicals.

5.2 Hydrocarbons
These substances exist in both liquid and gaseous form. They are in the work place in the
forms of fuels, lubricants, and fuel gases. They are also found in many other chemicals
such as solvents, thinners and paints. There are classified are:

 Flammable: lighter forms of hydrocarbons have flash points below 37.8 degrees Celsius;
and

 Combustible: Flash points above 37.8 degrees Celsius and below 61 degrees Celsius.
Inhalation of hydrocarbon vapours may cause headaches, dizziness, or in extreme cases,
suffocation. Skin and/or eye contact with the liquid can cause irritation. Chronic inhalation
studies with light hydrocarbon components have shown kidney damage and kidney cancer
in laboratory animals.

5.3 Flammable liquefied or pressurized gases

These include oxygen, acetylene and propane gas bottles and cylinders.
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5.4 Corrosives
Corrosive chemicals are those that can cause visible damage or irreversible changes to
any part of the body it comes in contact with. They can burn eyes and skin and result in
permanent damage. Well-known corrosives are sulphuric acid and caustic (sodium
hydroxide). Other less well-known corrosives include phenol and hydroxides. All corrosive
material shall be handled with extreme caution and with appropriate protective equipment,
such as gloves, chemical goggles and face shields. If contact does occur, flush the
affected area with water for 15 minutes, then seek medical attention.

5.5 Chemical asphyxiants

These are chemicals which can cause suffocation by chemically restricting the intake of
oxygen or by respiratory paralysis. Two such chemicals are carbon monoxide and
hydrogen sulphide. Other forms of asphyxiants are the inert gases such as nitrogen and
argon. Most of these are odourless.

5.6 Irritant gases and vapours

Gases and vapours which are irritating (and in some cases severely irritating) to the skin,
eyes, and respiratory tract, are considered irritant gases. Examples of these gases are
chlorine, ammonia, sulphur dioxide and xylene. All of these gases have very pungent
odours and will immediately cause irritation and discomfort to the eyes, skin, or respiratory
tract.

5.7 Carcinogens and suspect carcinogens

Chemicals which have the potential or suspected potential to cause cancer are known as
carcinogens. Suspected carcinogens are those chemicals which have been shown to
cause cancer in humans.
Benzene is a carcinogen which can cause leukaemia. Benzene can be found in
hydrocarbon fuels.
Some refractory materials may contain known or suspected carcinogens.
Isocyanates are irritants and carcinogens

5.8 Infectious substances

They are the substances which contain bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungus, and genetically
engineered organism, known or reasonably believed to cause diseases to the humans or
animals (e.g. medical waste from Worksite Clinics / first aid stations).

5.9 Asbestos
Asbestos is known carcinogen and has been linked to lung cancer.

5.10 Tributyltin (TBT)

Tributyltin (TBT) has been used as an anti-fouling biocide and as a fungicide in paints,
particularly for marine applications. The use of TBT is not permitted ?? by OGDCL
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS)
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5.11 Inventory of hazardous materials
CONTRACTOR shall maintain an inventory list of all hazardous materials at the Worksite
and supply this to OGDCL on a monthly basis. .
MSDSs are required for each chemical used in the OGDCL field. A single MSDS may
apply to complex mixtures having similar hazards and composition.

5.12 MSDS Master File/Listing

OGDCL and CONTRACTOR shall maintain a file of all MSDSs in alphabetical order by
common or trade name. This file shall be available for the use of all supervisors and
employees for determining hazards associated with a chemical, and precautions to be
taken when working with them.
OGDCL / CONTRACTOR shall ensure that a full set of MSDSs are located at the Worksite
Clinic and with the OGDCL /CONTRACTOR HSE Manager. In addition, the
CONTRACTOR shall ensure that the MSDSs are available at the hazardous materials
storage areas (i.e. with the Supervisor responsible for the storage).

5.13 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) content

MSDSs shall be used as the chief means of determining whether or not a chemical or
substance is hazardous. The hazard information shall be based on the International
Standard for Product Information: International Standard – Safety Data sheet for Chemical
Products – ISO/CD 11014 (1994).
Material Safety Data Sheets provide the following information:

Chemical identification
The first section helps identify the chemical by name, trade names, and the chemical
manufacturer

Hazardous ingredients
This section lists what is in the chemical mixture that can be harmful. It also lists the
concentration of the chemical ingredient and the exposure limit to which one can safely be
exposed.

Physical data
This section describes the chemical’s appearance, colour, and other physical
characteristics such as boiling point, volatility, and vapour pressure.

Fire and explosion data

This section describes the temperature at which the chemical ignites; this is called its flash
point. Flammable materials have flash points below 37.8 degrees Celsius and combustible
materials have flash points between 37.8 and 61 degrees Celsius.
This section of the MSDS also lists the proper extinguishing agents to be used to put out
the fire.
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Health hazards
This section lists symptoms of over exposure. It also provides first-aid emergency
procedures in case of overexposure.

Reactivity data
This section describes if the chemical reacts with other chemicals, water, or certain
conditions such as temperature. Incompatibility information lists the materials, such as
water, that cause the chemical to burn, explode, or release dangerous gases. Instability
describes environmental conditions, such as heat, that cause a dangerous reaction.

Spill and leak procedure

This section explains what to use to clean up a spill, and protective equipment that should
be used. This section may identify how to dispose of the chemical safely.

Special protection
This is a listing of any personal protective equipment needed to work safely with the
chemical. If protective equipment is needed, this section may list the specific types that are
recommended.

Special precautions
This section lists other special precautions to follow. This section may also list other health
and safety information not included in any other section.

Labels and chemical identification

Each container of hazardous chemicals in the work place shall be labelled, tagged, or
marked with the identity of hazardous chemicals contained in them, and shall show hazard
warnings appropriate for employee protection. The hazard warning can be any type of
message, words, pictures, or symbols which convey the hazards of the chemical(s) in the
container.

6.0 PACKAGING AND LABELLING

OGDCL /CONTRACTOR shall comply with the Labelling / Warning requirements given in
this document. The responsibility for ensuring that this requirement is met shall rest with
the person(s) originating the order for the chemical, the person(s) receiving the chemical,
and the user of the chemical.
CONTRACTOR shall not bring any container, sack or other to the Worksite without correct
identification of its content.

6.1 General
Each container of chemicals at the Worksite shall be labelled, tagged, or marked with the
identity of hazardous chemical contained therein, and shall show hazard warnings
appropriate for employee protection. The hazard warning label shall be as described in
section 9.2 of this document, which uses words, pictures and symbols in order to convey
the hazard of the chemical(s) in the container.
Labels shall be legible, in English (plus other languages, as required), and prominently
displayed.
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The word, term, or phrase that is used to identify the hazardous chemical(s) on the label
shall also be used on the associated MSDS.
Signs, placards, process sheets, batch tickets, operating procedures, or other such written
materials may be used in lieu of affixing labels to individual stationary process containers.
However, the alternative method shall identify the applicable containers and shall convey
the required hazardous chemicals identification and hazard warning. The written materials
should be readily accessible to the employees through their employers.

6.2 Warning signs

NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)

OGDCL /CONTRACTOR shall use the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) system
for warning labels. This is a diamond diagram, which is divided into four colour coded
sections:

 Red - flammability information;

 Blue – health information;

 Yellow - reactivity information; and

 White - special information.

Each of the three coloured areas in the NFPA fire diamond has a box in which the degree
of hazard can be written. The degree of hazard is given by these numbers:
Number Degree of Hazard
4 Extreme
3 Serious
2 Moderate
1 Slight
0 Minimal

An explanation of each of the hazards for each section is given as follows:

Health (blue)
4 On very short exposure could cause death or major residual
Extreme
injury even though prompt medical treatment is given.
A known or suspected human carcinogen, mutagen or
Highly toxic material
teratogen.
3 Serious May cause serious temporary or residual injury on short term
exposure even though prompt medical attention is given.
Toxic material A known or suspected small animal carcinogen, mutagen or
teratogen.
2 Moderate
Intense or continued exposure could cause temporary
incapacitation or possible residual injury unless prompt medical
Moderately toxic treatment is given
material
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1 Slight May cause irritation but only minor residual injury even without
treatment.
Slightly toxic Recognized innocuous material when used with responsible
material care
0 Minimal No chemical is without some degree of toxicity.

Flammability (red)
4 Extreme
Flash point below 73 F (22.8 C)
Extremely
flammable
3 Serious Vaporizes readily and can be ignited under almost all ambient
conditions.
Flammable May form explosive mixtures with or burn rapidly in air.
May burn rapidly due to self-contained oxygen.
May ignite spontaneously in air
Flash point at or 22.8 C but less than 37.8 C
2 Moderate Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high temperatures
for ignition to occur.
Combustible Solids which readily give off flammable vapours.
Flash point at or above 37.8 C but less than 93.4 C
1 Slight Must be preheated for ignition to occur.
Will burn in air when exposed at 815.5 C for 5 minutes.
Slightly
Flash point at or above 93.4 C
combustible
0 Minimal Will not burn
Will not exhibit a flash point
Will not burn in air when exposed at 815.5 C for 5 minutes.

Reactivity (Yellow)
4 Extreme Can explode or decompose violently at normal temperature and
pressure
Can undergo a violent self-accelerating exothermic reaction with
common materials or by itself
May be sensitive to mechanical or local thermal shock at normal
temperature and pressure
3 Serious Can detonate or explode but requires a strong initiating force or confined
heating before initiation
Readily promotes oxidation with combustible materials and may cause
fires
Is sensitive to thermal or mechanical shock at elevated temperatures.
May react explosively with water without requiring heat or confinement
2 Moderate Normally unstable and readily undergoes violent change but does not
detonate.
May undergo chemical change with rapid release of energy at normal
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temperature and pressure.
May react violently with water
Forms potentially explosive mixtures with water
1 Slight Normally stable material which can become unstable at high temperature
and pressure
0 Minimal Normally stable material which is not reactive with water

Special (White)

Water Reactive
Ox
Oxidizing Agent

Radioactive

Poison

UN classification system for import, production, handling and transportation of hazardous

materials. CONTRACTOR shall therefore ensure that all hazardous materials are labelled
in accordance with the UN requirements:

UN Category Symbol Label colour and design

1.1 The background is orange as per
1.2 the colour given in schedule (1.1).
1.3 The text and numbers if any are to
(Explosive) be black
The background is orange as per
1.4 the colour given in schedule (1.1).
(Explosive) The text and numbers if any are to
be black
The background is orange as per
1.5 the colour given in schedule (1.1).
(Explosive) The text and numbers if any are to
be black
The background is orange as per
1.6 the colour given in schedule (1.1).
(Explosive) The text, symbols and numbers if
any are to be black
2.1 The background is red as per the
(Liquefied or colour given in schedule (1.1).
pressurised The text, symbols and numbers if
gases) any are to be black or white
2.2 The background is green as per
(Liquefied or the colour given in schedule (1.1).
pressurised The text and numbers, symbols if
gases) any are to be black or white.
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UN Category Symbol Label colour and design
2.3 The background is yellow as per
(Liquefied or the colour given in schedule (1.1).
pressurised The text and numbers, symbols if
gases) any are to be black
2.4
The background is white The text
(Liquefied or
and numbers, symbols if any are
pressurised
to be black
gases)
The background is red as per the
3.0
colour given in schedule (1.1).
(Flammable
The text and numbers, symbols if
liquids)
any are to be black or white.
The background is (7) red and (6)
4.1 white vertical stripes as per the
(Flammable colour given in schedule (1.1).
solid) The text and numbers, symbols if
any are to be black or white
The upper half of the background
4.2 is white and the lower half red as
(Flammable per the colour given in schedule
solid) (1.1). The text and numbers,
symbols if any are to be black
The background is blue as per the
4.3
colour given in schedule (1.1).
(Flammable
The text and numbers, symbols if
solid)
any are to be black or white
The background is yellow as per
5.1 the colour given in schedule (1.1).
(Oxides) The text and numbers, symbols if
any are to be black
The background is yellow as per
5.2 the colour given in schedule (1.1).
(Oxides) The text and numbers, symbols if
any are to be black

6.1a The background is white. The text

(Poisonous and numbers, symbols if any are
substance) to be black

6.1b The background is white. The text

(Poisonous and numbers, symbols if any are
substance) to be black

6.2 The background is white. The text

(Poisonous and numbers, symbols if any are
substance) to be black

The upper half of the background

is yellow and the lower half white
as per the colour given in
7
schedule (1.1). The text and
(Radioactive)
numbers, symbols if any are to be
black. The size of the label should
not be less than 250mmx 50 mm.
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UN Category Symbol Label colour and design
The upper half of the background
8 is white and the lower half is
(Corrosive) black. The text and numbers,
symbols are to be white
The upper half of the background
is (7) black and (6) white stripes.
9
The lower half is white. The text
(Miscellaneous)
and numbers, symbols are to be
black

Notes:
1. The text on the categories labels and the secondary hazard labels can be written on one
line;
2. On the categories labels and the secondary hazard labels there should be a border with the
same colour as that of the symbol. The border is (5) mm long if the label is (100 mm x
100mm). The labels should be square placed at angle 45 like a diamond; and
3. The categories labels can be used as secondary hazard labels provided that the lower
angle of the category label is to be removed. Category (6) labels only are to be affixed on
the containers and packages containing hazardous materials falling within categories (6.1a)
and (6.1b).

6.3 Packaging for transport to/from Worksite

General requirements
Hazardous materials should be packed in a good quality packing and capped and sealed
properly to avoid any spill or leak during loading / unloading and transport. This is
applicable to new and re-used packing materials. No significant amount of any hazardous
material shall be attached outside the packing (e.g. as a sample).
The coating of the packing in direct contact with the hazardous substance shall be resistant
to the chemical or any other effects of the chemical so as to avoid interaction and corrosion
and consequently result in leak or spill or reaction. The packing should not be made of
plastic or a material that may be affected by heat or chemical reaction with the contents of
the substance or cold. The choice of packing material should take consideration of the
nature of the substance packed.
The exterior body of the packing and the interior coating or surface should be resistant to
vibrations. The corks or caps are to be tightly fixed by air vacuum means. It is to be
designed in a way that makes it easy to inspect/ check the packing.

Interior packing of the items

The proper coating / lining of the items inside the packing should absorb any shock /friction
in order to avoid damage or leak. Buffer material / sponge shall be fitted packed in order to
prevent movement of the items inside the packing
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Absorbing elements
Unless otherwise provided, the liquids falling within the U.N. Categories 3, 4 or 8 and in
Section 1.5 or 1.6 (categorized as substances posing severe or moderate danger) shall be
in containers that are chemically compatible with the substance and the packing shall be
made of material which can absorb any leakage of liquids. The outer surface of the packing
should be waterproof.

Other Packing Requirements

The nature and thickness of the outer surface of the packing material should prevent any
friction, and subsequent heat which may cause chemical reaction of the contents.
Homogenous items containing dangerous liquids (except flammable liquids in bottles of 120
ml or less or infectious substances) shall be packed with the top of the bottles or jars facing
upward. A label is to be affixed on the package /cartoon showing the upward direction (This
side up).
The volume of the cartoon or packing is to be sufficient for affixing labels or stickers
containing information required as per the provisions of procedure.
The packing specifications and UN's classification / identification shall be used during the
transport of hazardous materials

Labels
The type, quality and specification of labels to be affixed to packages shall be:

 The labels shall be a good adhesive type that cannot be easily removed and the data
written on the labels cannot be erased in the ordinary shipping conditions;

 Two types of labels are used:

o Danger / hazard warning labels required for hazard materials of all categories;

o Handling labels required in all cases;

 The handling and danger warning labels affixed on the packages of hazardous materials
shall comply with Section 8.3 of this document. The dimensions of the danger warning
labels should be at least (100 x 100) mm. The symbol is to be placed in the upper part of
the label whereas the text is in the bottom with the category number except the labels in
U.N. Categories 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6;

 The text indicating the hazardous nature of the material should be in English. This is
applicable also in relation to the handling labels. The label may contain brief information
about the manufacturer, but this should be in the margin in small font;

 Hazard warning labels shall

o Identify the category of substance. There is a label which identifies the secondary
hazards as per the UN's recommendations;
o Identify the major danger/ hazard of the substance and include the category number
in the bottom corner of the label. The category number shall not be written on the
secondary hazard label;

 Prohibited labels shall comply with:

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o The diameter of the small containers shall not be so small so as not to be sufficient
to affix the complete label clearly without being folded;
o It is prohibited to affix labels containing arrows other than the arrows showing the
direction of the packing (this side up) if it contains hazardous liquids;

 Labels shall be
o Affixed on the package properly so as to be clearly seen

o Affixed on the package with a contrasting background;

o Not folded on many sides of the packing

o If the label cannot be stuck on the surface of the package it shall be tightly tied to it

o Secondary hazard/ danger labels when used, may be affixed beside the major
danger / hazard labels
o At least two labels showing the right direction (this side up) shall be affixed on
opposite sides of the packing
o other labels may be attached if the labels do not contradict the requirements of this
procedure
o All packages shall be marked with the UN identification number followed by the UN
unique number

7.0 STORAGE AREAS

7.1 General
All bulk quantities of hazardous materials (including fuel and paint) shall be stored in the
laydown areas of the Worksite,
CONTRACTOR shall only store hazardous chemicals in areas approved by OGDCL:,
which meet the storage requirements of the respective Material Safety Data Sheet.
Chemical storage will be in secure areas (e.g. fence, locked doors, etc).
Liquid and solid hazardous materials storage areas shall have impermeable floors with
secondary containment that is minimum 110% of the largest tank volume.
A spill kit (adsorbent pads, gloves, container for waste, etc) shall be kept in all hazardous
chemical storage areas.

7.2 Segregation of incompatible materials

Chemicals storage will be planned to provide segregation in order to prevent mixing of
incompatible materials. The following minimum standards (categories are as per UN
requirements – refer to Section 9.2 of this document) shall be follows:
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UN 1.1 1.2 2.2 2.3 3.1 4.1 4.2 4.3 5.1 5.2 6.1 8
Category

1.1 C C C C C C C C C C C

1.2 C C B B C B C C B B

2.2 C C A A B A A B A A

2.3 C C C C C C C C C C C

3.1 C B A C B B B C C B A

4.1 C B A C C B B C C B A

4.2 C C B C C B B C C B A

4.3 C B A C C B B C C B B

5.1 C C A C C C C C B B B

5.2 C C B C C C C C B B B

6.1 C B A C C B B B B C A

8 C B A C C A A B B B A

For separating two categories of hazardous materials use the alphabetical letter at the
intersection of the vertical line representing the first category with the horizontal line
representing the other category

 A: the distance for separation is to be at least (3) meters away from the other categories

 B: the distance for separation is to be at least (5) meters away.

 C: they should not be stored in the same room and the distance for separation is to be at
least (10) meters
Hazardous materials should be stored away from fabrication shops and Worksite to the
maximum extent practicable.
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If hazardous materials are stored in industrial installations, the distance of separation
should be at least 3 meters away from the production of non-flammable materials, and it
should be at least 10 meters away from any source of hazard.

7.3 Separation distances

The minimum separation distances for bulk storage areas from offices and Worksite fence
are as follows:
U.N. Category of material Minimum distance
1 50 meters
1.2 5 meters
2.2 5 meters
2.3 15 meters
1.3 10 meters
1.4 to 4.3 5 meters
5.1 and 5.2 5 meters
6.1 or 6.3 5 meters
8 5 meters

8.0 USE

8.1 Transport
Transportation of hazardous substances at the Worksite will be carried out in compliance
with the transportation requirements of the respective Material Safety Data Sheet. In
certain circumstances an escort for the transportation of some chemicals may be
necessary. In all cases the chemical being transported will be clearly identified by signs
attached to the transport vehicle.
CONTRACTOR shall ensure that their suppliers/vendors include the related MSDSs in the
shipping and delivery documentation for all hazardous materials transported to the
Worksite.

8.2 Personal protective equipment (PPE)

In addition to normal Worksite PPE, CONTRACTOR shall provide all PPE required by the
MSDS to its workers. This may include:

 Safety mono goggles;

 Full face shield;

 Respiratory protection and breathing apparatus;

 Chemical suits; and

 Rubber boots and gloves.

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Such PPE will be made available to and its use enforced for all employees employed to
carry out work with hazardous substances. Such PPE will be issued in compliance to the
recommendations contained in the MSDS and Chemical Hazard Risk Assessments.
Should the issue of specialized (PPE) be necessary, CONTRACTOR shall ensure all
personnel required to use such equipment are adequately trained and are proficient in the
use of such equipment.

9.0 SPILLS AND WASTE DISPOSAL

9.1 Spills
. CONTRACTOR shall also: ..

 Install additional monitoring wells after clean up of the spill to establish the effectiveness of
the clean up work

Immediate Actions
If spilled materials are flammable, eliminate sources of ignition from near the spill area.
If it can be performed safely, stop the source of the spill and contain the spill within as small
an area as possible.
If the spill is small or minor (i.e., less than or equal to 820litres), and is NOT in an
environmentally sensitive area:

 The spill will be immediately cleaned-up by Jobsite personnel and properly disposed.

 CONTRACTOR will notify the OGDCL HSE Manager as soon as possible of the location
and action taken.

 The OGDCL HSSE Manager will notify the Managers and complete an Environmental
Incident Report.

For large spills (i.e., greater than to 820 litres OR spills impact environmentally sensitive
areas (e.g., buffer areas, water courses):

 CONTRACTOR shall immediately contact the OGDCL HSE Manager, the OGDCL Manager
and, if injuries are involved, the Worksite Medical Facilities;

 The OGDCL HSSE Manager will implement the Emergency Response / Emergency
Evacuation Procedure. The OGDCL Manager (or designee) will secure the area and
establish perimeter control at a safe distance from the spill.

 Scene management will be the responsibility of the Construction Manager (or designee)
and supported by the OGDCL HSE Manager until offsite emergency management
personnel assume control (if necessary).

 If an immediate threat to human health or the environment DOES NOT EXIST, the OGDCL
HSE Manager will arrange for a safe cleanup of the spill.

Cleanup Actions Specific to Diesel Fuel and Gasoline Spills

 SAFETY FIRST
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o Avoid inhalation of vapors by staying upwind.

o Use chemical-resistant personal protective equipment (PPE) during cleanup

activities.
o Gasoline and gasoline vapors are HIGHLY FLAMMABLE - remove sources of heat,
sparks, flame, friction, and electricity. Gasoline vapors may create an explosive
atmosphere.

 Small or minor spills, less than or equal to 820 litres should be cleaned-up immediately by
Worksite personnel and properly disposed.

 Large or major spills, greater than to 820 litres, outside of contained areas should be diked
with absorbent clay or soil to prevent liquid from reaching drainages, buffer areas, storm
sewers, or other bodies of water. Spill cleanup wastes must be placed in proper waste
containers and properly labeled.

 Diesel fuel and gasoline cleanup wastes will be disposed of as hazardous wastes.

 Diesel fuel and gasoline cleanup wastes that contain free-flowing liquid will be drained to
remove as much of the free-flowing product as possible. The free product removed from
the waste must either be recycled or, if not recyclable, disposed of as a hazardous waste.

Cleanup Actions Specific to Hydraulic/Lube Oil Spills

 SAFETY FIRST
o Avoid inhalation of vapors by staying upwind.

o Avoid being burned by hot oil.

o Use chemical-resistant PPE during cleanup activities.

 Restrict fires or open flames from the spill area.

 Small or minor spills, less than to 820 litres, should be cleaned-up immediately by Jobsite
personnel and properly disposed.

 Large or major spills, greater than to 820 litres, will be diked with absorbent, clay or soil to
prevent liquid from reaching storm sewers, bodies of water or other protected area.

 Cleanup wastes must be placed in proper waste containers and properly labeled.

 Hydraulic/lube oil cleanup wastes, where the soil and/or rags are saturated, must be
disposed of as hazardous wastes.

 Soil and rags that are not saturated may be disposed of with the non-hazardous solid
waste.

 Hydraulic/lube oil cleanup wastes that do contain free-flowing liquid will be drained to
remove as much of the free-flowing product as possible. The free product removed from
the waste must either be recycled or, if not recyclable, disposed of as a hazardous waste.

Cleanup Actions Specific to Chemical Spills

 SAFETY FIRST
o Avoid inhalation of any vapors (if present) by staying upwind.
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o Use chemical-resistant PPE during cleanup activities.

o Restrict fires or open flames from the spill area.

 Refer to MSDS (available from the HSE Manager) for special hazards associated with any
spilled chemicals, especially for reactivity with other materials in the spilled area.

 Small or minor spills within contained areas should be neutralized (if appropriate). Free
product that cannot be re-used must be handled and disposed of as hazardous waste, if
product characteristics warrant.

 Spills of acids, caustics, or other dangerous chemicals outside of contained areas should be
diked with absorbent, clay or soil to prevent liquid from reaching storm sewers or bodies of
water. Trained offsite contractor personnel should perform the cleanup of large amounts of
free liquid.

 Spill cleanup wastes must be placed in hazardous waste containers and transferred to the
Waste Management Area for disposal as a hazardous waste.

9.2 Disposal of hazardous chemicals

The disposal of any residual hazardous substance and/or is container shall be carried out
in accordance with Waste Management Procedure Plan
INFORMATION AND TRAINING
Employees will be trained at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard
is introduced into their work activity.
Minimum requirements are:

 Methods and observations that may be used to detect and identify hazardous chemicals
such as odour, visual presence, etc.

 The physical and health hazards of chemicals they use.

 Location of MSDSs and the format in which they are maintained.

 How to use the MSDS.

 Methods of protection from chemical hazards.

Documentation of training shall be placed in the personnel file of each employee by the
employer and entered into a computer database maintained by the CONTRACTOR. The
database shall be supported by training class attendance records.