SAFETY AND HEALTH

MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Project : CONSTRUCTION OF GASOLINE STATION

Owner : Chevron Philippines Inc.
Location : Corner Kisad RD and Ben Palispis Highway Brgy. Kisad-Legarda / Santo Tomas
District, Baguio City

Submitted By: Rommel Musngi

SAFETY & HEALTH MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
TABLE OF CONTENTS

CSH MANAGEMENT POLICY, MISSION AND VISION

I. SAFETY AND HEALTH PROCEDURE

Introduction-Instruction & Training- Physical Qualifications of Employees
Safety and Health Committee – Duties of Safety and Health Committee
Duties and Responsibilities of Project Manager / Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities of General Foreman
Duties and Responsibilities of First Aider
Duties and Responsibilities of Safety Aide
Duties and Responsibilities of Safety – Personnel-Personal Protective Equipment
First – Aid Stations
Working Hours and Manpower – General Safety Rules and Regulations
Penalties / Sanctions
Environmental Control
Handling of Hazardous Materials / Substances
Accident Reporting and Record Keeping
Safety and Protection of the Public – Signs and Tags
Fire Prevention & Fire Protection
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
General Materials & Handling and Storage Procedure
Ladders, Ramps, Runways, Platforms and Scaffolds
Rolling Scaffolds
Site Clearing
Excavation / Trenches
Electrical Works
Wiring and Apparatus
Electrical Hazards – Hand Tools and Power Tools
Welding & Cutting Works
Masonry Works
Concrete Works
Carpentry/ Wood Works/Ceiling Works
Steel Works/Structural Erection
Plumbing Works
Roofing Works
Painting Works
Safety & Health Promotion & Information/Dissemination
II. Environment and Sanitation Procedure

Temporary Toilet Facilities-Washing Facilities-Food Service-Housekeeping

Proper Disposal of Construction Waste
Fumigation Plan
Proper Disposal of Excavated Materials

III. Security and Protection Procedure

Introduction – Emergency Preparedness and Response Team

Emergency Preparedness and Response Office – Emergency Response
Command Center – Manpower Complement of the EPRO
Emergency Response Commander
Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
CSH MANAGEMENT POLICY

MANAGEMENT POLICY is to provide a safe and healthful environment within the construction
work site. Employee’s safety and property protection is considered the direct responsibility of all
company employees.

CSH MANAGEMENT MISSION

MANAGEMENT MISSION is to minimize impacts to the public, facilitate communications with

appropriate government agencies, public official, external emergency response organizations, and
the media and within the company.

CSH MANAGEMENT VISION

MANAGEMENT VISION is the safety of all personnel and in this line; this shall govern all over
safety of personnel, protection and conservation of environment, protection and preservation of
investments and preservation and promotion of the reputation of the corporation.

Rommel Musngi
PROJECT MANAGER
I. SAFETY AND HEALTH PROCEDURE

INTRODUCTION

These requirements for personal safety are design to cover the dangerous conditions ordinarily
experienced by personnel engaged in construction and maintenance work.

INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING

1. Each employee shall provide initial indoctrination and such continuing instructions as well as
enable him to conduct his work in safe manner.
2. Initial indoctrination shall include instruction on project safety practices, reporting all accident,
availability of medicinal facilities and individual responsibility for accident free operations.
3. A minimum of one 10-15 minutes on the job or tool box safety meeting for all workers shall be
conducted each week by safety engineer to all field supervisors or foreman. Owner’s
representative’s presence shall be mandatory during initial implementation stages.
4. All persons are required to use Personal Protective Equipment and should be properly instructed
and trained in the use of such equipment.
5. All persons are required giving or receiving signals shall be instructed in the proper use of the
signal system.
6. Monthly meeting, walkthrough and audit shall be established for all supervisors to review past
activities and to plan ahead for the new or change of operation and establish safe working
procedures for anticipated hazards.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS OF EMPLOYEES

1. All persons throughout the course of the work shall be physically qualified for performing the
duties to which they are assigned.
2. Operators of any equipment or vehicle shall be able to understand and read the signs, signals and
operating instructions.
3. No persons are permitted or required to work while his ability or alertness is impaired by fatigue,
illness or other causes to an extent that might unnecessarily expose to himself or others to injury
or property to damage.
4. For applicants and new workers, they have to submit complete requirements and undergo safety
orientation before they start to work. The requirements needed are as follows:
 Bio data
 1pc. 1x1 ID Picture
 1pc 2x2 Picture
 NBI Clearance/Police Clearance
 Medical Clearance (Accredited Hospital)

SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

CHAIRMAN : Project Manager: Rommel Musngi

 CO-CHAIRMAN : Project Engineer: Vicente R. Vargas Jr.
SECRETARY : Safety Officer: Joseph Jayvee B. Vargas
MEMBERS : General Foreman: Manny Corpus
: First Aider: Randy C. Cagawan

DUTIES OF SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

1. The Safety, Health and Environment Committee is the planning and policy making body in all
matters pertaining to safety, health and environment.
2. Plans and develops accident prevention programs.
3. Direct the accident prevention efforts of the company in accordance with the EHS programs, EHS
performance and government regulations.
4. Conduct EHS Committee meetings at least once a month.
5. Review reports of inspection, accident investigation and implementation of the program.
6. Prepare and submit to DOLE reports on committee meetings.
7. Provide necessary assistance to government inspecting authorities in the proper conduct of their
enforcement and other activities.
8. Initiate and supervise safety, health and environment trainings for employees.
9. Develop and maintain contingency plan and organize emergency service units as maybe necessary
to handle disaster situations.
10. Perform all duties provided in the environment, health and safety programs or those that are
necessary and incidental to the fulfillment of their duties herein described.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PROJECT MANAGER

A Project Manager (PM) will have overall responsibility for the successful planning, execution, monitoring,
control and closure of a project. They must have a combination of skills including an ability to ask
penetrating questions, detect unstated assumptions and resolve conflicts, as well as more general
management skills.

1. Plan the delivery of the project at hand.

2. Manage the day-to-day working, utilization, implementation and technical consultants engaged on
client assignments. From ensuring the correct material turns up before a job, to explaining the
work ethics and activities to colleagues.
3. Report progress on projects by suitable media to sector management. Maintain and update
project reporting, checkpoints and financial reporting to a high standard.
4. Plan and arrange visits to existing and new potential clients, ensuring every client receives
sufficient support to enhance their relationships.
5. Develop contacts with senior staff, directors, and other influential staff within each account during
the implementation phase.
6. Co-ordinate required support levels and training.
7. Produce reports on each project at agreed intervals, and whenever substantive actions are
required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PROJECT ENGINEER

1. Develops project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans; conferring with
management.
2. Determines project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements; assigning
personnel to phases and elements; reviewing bids from contractors.
3. Determines project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and
performance standards; completing technical studies; preparing cost estimates.
4. Confirms product performance by designing and conducting tests.
5. Determines project schedule by studying project plan and specifications; calculating time
requirements; sequencing project elements.
6. Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities; resolving
problems.
7. Controls project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan and schedule changes;
recommending actions.
8. Controls project costs by approving expenditures; administering contractor contracts.
9. Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends;
recommending actions.
10. Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations.
11. Maintains project data base by writing computer programs; entering and backing up data.
12. Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
13. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF GENERAL FOREMAN

1. A general foreman is responsible for directing the activities on a construction site. This usually
includes scheduling, directing workers, training and planning.
2. One of the most important parts of a general foreman’s job is to ensure the safety of all personnel
on the job site. He is responsible for understanding regulations and construction codes for the
state or city.
3. A general foreman is responsible for the quality of a project; he must monitor progress and
systems to ensure that they are up to standard and will serve the targeted purpose.
4. A general foreman is responsible for overseeing the work and interacting with site foreman to
ensure a smoothly run job site throughout the work day.
5. A general foreman responsibility often includes leadership roles, detailed scheduling and
coordination, safety precautions, productivity enhancement employee relations, certain
administrative tasks.
6. A general foreman also often works with the contractor and client in making sure all elements of
the project progress accordingly.

DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES OF FIRST AIDER

1. Administer first aid treatments and provide medications for workers are needed.
2. Monitor and record the patient’s condition.
 3. Assist all injured workers to the nearest hospital.
4. Maintain all workers medical and other similar records.
5. Secure and ensure that the sick workers submit “fit to work” certificate.
6. Interpret and evaluate diagnostic test based on the verification of medical certificates.
7. Schedule (every first quarter of the year) and assist annual medical examination of all workers.
8. Monitor absenteeism especially AWOL and conduct visitation at home as needed.
9. General medical reimbursement report every month.
10. Conduct inventory of medicines and other supplies twice a month.
11. Perform other duties and responsibilities that maybe assign from time to time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF SAFETY AIDE

1. Provide assistance to safety manager in designing safety protocols.

2. Initiate and implement safety measures in work area.
3. Inspect work area premises for hazardous elements.
4. Educate workers and employees on safety aspects.
5. Assist safety personnel in preparing safety manuals and guidelines.
6. Collaborate with departmental heads in implementing safety processes.
7. Establish and manage first aid center in work premises.
8. Ensure first aid treatment is provided immediately to injured workers.
9. Initiate and implement patient safety in a facility setting.
10. Strictly adhere to corporate safety guidelines and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF SAFETY PERSONNEL

1. Developing and administering a project emergency plan.

2. Ensuring that all sub-contractors have been screened accordingly to Safety criteria and that they
have in place an acceptable Safety and Health Program and that they adhere to it.
3. Preparing jobsite Safety plans and assuring implementation and enforcement.
4. Performing Safety Orientation before an employee starts working, after hiring.
5. Conducts investigation on accidents and submits separate analysis of accident to the Project
Manager.
6. Review Job Hazard Analysis before any new operation begins.
7. Coordinate to concerned agencies with regards on trainings and seminars for the employees and
employers.
8. Keeping and inventory of necessary equipment and accessories including test equipment.
9. Conduct daily tool box meetings.
10. Designing, recommending and implementing Safety Promotion Programs (upon reaching certain
number of man hours without LTA in every project site).
11. Assist Safety manager for the implementation of all Safety Standards and requirement on site.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

1. Personal protective devices shall be furnished as required and their use enforced.
 2. Employees shall wear hard sole leather shoes when engage in work except when they are wearing
other protective footwear applicable to the work being performed.
3. Protective Headgear: All construction areas shall be considered as hard hat areas and shall be
marked by adequate signs at all entry points.
4. Electrical lineman employees shall be provided with line man’s belts, rubber gloves, insulated
hoods, rubber blankets, line hose and hot line tools as necessary which shall be tested and
maintained in safe condition as stipulated by the National Electric Safety Code.
5. Electrical Arc Welding, Gas Welding, Cutting, Brazing and other operation where protection from
radiant energy with moderate reduction of visible lights are necessary, shall require goggles, face
masks, shields or helmet suitable for type of work.
6. Hammering on metal, stone or concrete, chipping, caulking use manual or power tools and other
operation subjecting the eyes or head to flying particles, shall require protection, or face masks,
goggles, hard hats and shield giving equal protection.

FIRST – AID STATIONS

1. Treatment Facilities: A first – aid station or stations equipped with medicines and supplies
common to first aid treatment shall be establish on each project at the beginning of operations
and maintained to the duration of the contract.
2. First-aid Kits: On all projects, activities or installation, 16 unit first aid kits shall be provided in the
ratio of one for each 50 persons employed with a minimum of one unit first aid kit for each project
site. Minimum content of a 16-unit first aid are listed below.
3. On all projects, installation or contracts where less than 100 persons are employed shall have a
designated properly trained first aid attendant on duty at all hours of work. Contractor’s
supervisory or electrical employees may be acceptable as first aid attendant.
4. On all projects, activities, installation or contract on which 100 and 300 persons are employed at
the site of work, a certified first aid issued by the Philippine National Red Cross or an equivalent
certification.
5. On all projects, activities, installation or contracts in which 1,000 persons or more (greatest total
aggregate number of employee on a shift) are employed shall the full time services of a physician.

QTY Unit Description

4 Bottles 100 cc each- Betadine or iodine, for minor scratch or cuts

2 Bottles 100 cc each- Calamine lotion for insect bites, plant
poisoning
3 Bottles 200 cc each- Rubbing alcohol, for cleaning and removing
Pus
2 Bottles 100 tablets- Biogesic or Cortal – contact for analgesic
1 Bottle 100 tablets- Simeco for indigestion and hyper acidity
1 Bottle 100 tablets- Penicillin for infection
1 Bottle 100 tablets- Carboceistein for coughing
 1 Bottle 100 cc- Toothache drops
1 Bottle 100 cc- Boric acid solution 2% for itching and irritation of
eyes
3 Boxes 3 tubes/box- Terramycin ointment for severe eye pain
2 Rolls 1 lb. each- Absorbent cotton, for cleaning purpose
2 Rolls 1”, 2”, 3”, 4” each- Sterile gauze for dressing and
compresses
1 Roll ½ x 5”- Adhesive tape for plaster

WORKING HOURS AND MANPOWER

We will be working a minimum 56 hours per week; regular working hours starts at 8:00 am and ends
at 5:00 pm; break time 10:00 am – 10:15 am, lunch time 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm and other break time at
3:00 pm – 3:15 pm; Sunday serve as a rest day.
We expect to reach 20 workers at the peak of construction.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. All personnel shall wear their company I.D at all times for proper identification inside the project
site.
2. All personnel should undergo Safety Orientation prior to working at the project site.
3. Approved or Standard Type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory to be use inside
the project site i.e. a) Hard Hat b) Safety Shoes.
4. Other necessary PPE of Approved kind or type should be really available at contractor’s
Warehouse to be used to workers when needed such as:
a. Safety Harness
b. Spectacles/Goggles/Face Shield
c. Working and Welding Gloves
d. Respirator/Dusk Mask/Welding Mask
5. All personnel are also govern by existing Rules and Regulation of the client and are subject for
inspection.
6. All personnel must be properly attired to do their respective job. Wearing a torn out pants,
sleeveless, sando, short pants, slippers and dirty clothing are not allowed inside the project site.
7. All workers performing glass cutting, power drilling, grinding, chipping, welding, painting and sand
blasting works should wear additional protective equipment suitable for the job.
8. Wearing of full body harness and installation of lifeline are required to all workers working above 6
feet high from the ground.
9. Only scaffolding of approved type shall be used on elevated area and is subject for inspection by
duly assigned structural engineer and safety officer. Necessary permit should be secured before
utilization.
10. Only authorized personnel are allowed to operate all construction vehicles, equipment, and
machineries. Riders are not allowed on moving equipment.
11. Permits are required to secure before performing hot works and electrical tapping or connection.
 12. Accident of any kind must be reported 24 hours after the accident to the safety engineer.
13. Any employee who is under the influence of such liquors and/or drugs is not allowed to enter the
site.
14. Install appropriate barricade and warning sign around the perimeter of work area and should be
installed at least one meter away.
15. Assign watchman, fire watch of the ground level when performing works of elevated area.
16. Keep away flammable materials/substance or provide necessary protection when performing hot
works. A fire extinguisher should always be available in working area.
17. Only qualified Rigger / Erector are allowed to perform heavy lifting.
18. The working area must be kept clean and in orderly manner, scraps and similar debris must be
disposed daily.
19. Fist fighting shall be ground for termination.
20. Loitering is not allowed. Worker should stay at their mess halls during break time.
21. All male personnel/workers wearing earrings will not be allowed to enter the project site.
22. Operator must clear the area before operating the heavy equipment and a designate
flagman/spotter should always be available.
23. Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the project site.
24. And any other necessary Safety Rules and Regulation that may be formulated from time to time as
the situation may warrant.

PENALTIES/SANCTIONS

For every offenses and violation of any safety rules, regulations and general practices promulgated by the
project and/or the company, the company recommended the following penalties and sanctions for
violation of EHS program:

Safety Violation 1st offense 2nd offense 3rd offense

1. Not wearing helmet, no Warning 3 days 5 days
safety shoes, no safety Suspension Suspension
belt/harness.
2. No ID, uniform, working Warning 3 days 5 days
attire, goggles, gloves Suspension Suspension
and apron.
3. Eating at prohibited Warning 3 days 5 days
area. Suspension Suspension
4. Littering and loitering. Warning 3 days 5 days
Suspension Suspension
5. Smoking at prohibited Warning 3 days 5 days
area. Suspension Suspension
6. Urinating at prohibited Warning 3 days 5 days
area. Suspension Suspension
7. Illegal dismantling of Warning 3 days 5 days
safety signage’s and Suspension Suspension
paraphernalia.
8. Illegal gambling 3 days 5 days Dismissal
 Suspension Suspension
9. Overnight stay without 3 days 5 days Dismissal
permission Suspension Suspension
10. Fighting and provoking 5 days Dismissal
others. Suspension
11. Working under the Dismissal
influence of drugs and
liquor.
12. Possession of illegal Dismissal
drugs, deadly weapon
and gambling
paraphernalia.
13. Pilferage and robbery. Dismissal
14. Illegal entry/exit. Dismissal
15. Refusal to surrender ID Dismissal
and giving false
representation.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

DUST

Although a high standard of general site housekeeping will minimize dust emissions the following steps
should assist:

1. Bulk storage of potentially dusty materials should be located away from the site boundary.
2. Mixing large quantities of concrete and/or Bentonite slurries on site should be undertaken using
enclosed plant.
3. Cutting and grinding operations should be undertaken using appropriate dust suppression
techniques.
4. Potentially dusty spoil and other waste materials should be damped down regularly when handled
and transported in sheeted vehicles.
5. Rubble-chutes should be used with care and “drop-heights” kept to a minimum.

AIR POLLUTION

Smoke, fumes and particulate emissions can be minimized by ensuring that:

1. No on-site bonfires are used for the disposal of any waste.

2. All generator or temporary power supply is properly maintained and throttled down or switched
off when not in use.
3. Fuel storage tanks are located away from the site boundary and vented at a point remote from
sensitive receptors (e.g. school, hospital or residential property).
4. When tar boilers are in use the lid should be kept closed as far as reasonably practicable.
LAND CONTAMINATION

In some cases the remediation of known or suspected land contamination may require the excavation and
disposal of soils and other waste materials. Such materials should be adequately segregated and removed
to a suitably licensed facility. If there is likely to be an offensive odor or vapor associated with the
excavation and disposal operation our Environmental Protection Team should be advised in advance.

ASBESTOS

Works involving the treatment or removal of asbestos products should be undertaken by a licensed
contractor and handled in accordance with relevant Health and Safety legislation and codes of practice.

NOISE AND VIBRATION

We would like to encourage contractors to apply for a prior consent in accordance with Section 61 of the
Control of Pollution Act 1974. This should ensure that measures necessary to minimize noise and vibration
impacts are identified and agreed from the outset. Although we do not have a general “noise standard”
for construction works the following is offered as guidance:
A survey background noise should be undertaken prior to construction works commencing on site. Noise
measurements should be expressed in terms of the equivalent continuous noise level for an averaging
period of one hour and ten hours (8am-6pm) respectively.
1. All generator and equipment should be selected having regard to its published sound power level.
2. If an activity is inherently noisy (e.g. driven pilling) then an alternative technique should be
investigated.
3. Effective silencers and acoustic covers should be provided and maintain in good working order.
4. Generator and equipment should be located having regard to its proximity to sensitive receptors
(e.g. school, hospital and residential property).
5. Temporary structures and buildings may provide useful noise screening.
6. Fixed items of plant (e.g. generators) should be electrically powered rather than diesel or petrol
driven.
7. Sufficient time should be allocated for large concrete pours and if there is likely to be an over-run
our Environmental Protection Team should be advised at the earliest opportunity.
8. Anti-social behavior involving swearing, shouting and loud radios should avoided.

WATER AND EFFLUENT

Water and effluent generated from on-site activities should be treated and disposed of in accordance with
the requirements of the Environment Agency and Water Supply Agency. Adequate pollution prevention
techniques should be adopted to ensure that any potentially hazardous substances do not come into
contact with vulnerable water (e.g. via surface water drainage systems). Recycling water should be
encouraged.
PEST CONTROL

Preventative measures should be adopted to control any rodent activity on site and test baiting may be
necessary to confirm the existence or otherwise of an infestation. All redundant drainage and sewerages
infrastructure should be removed or stopped up and accumulations of waste should be avoided.

HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS WASTE/SUBSTANCE

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS are substances in solid, liquid or gaseous forms known to constitute poison, fire,
explosion or health hazard.
*Corrosive *Hot *Gases *Fumes *Vapor *Mists *Fibers *Dust *Toxic
If a hazardous waste or substance is discovered on site a comprehensive health and safety plan and work
will be developed and implemented before work activities can commence.

 Follow all established procedures and perform job duties as you’ve been trained.
 Be cautious and plan ahead. Think about what could go wrong and pay close attention to what
you’re doing while you work.
 Always use required PPE – and inspect it carefully before each use to make sure it’s safe to use.
Replace worn out or damage PPE; it won’t provide adequate protection.
 Make sure all containers are properly labeled and that the material is contained in an appropriate
container. Don’t use any material not contained or labeled properly. Report any damaged
containers or illegible labels to your supervisor right away.
 Read labels and the material safety data sheet (MSDS) before using any material to make sure you
understand hazards and precautions.
 Use all materials solely for their intended purpose. Don’t, for example, use solvents to clean your
hands, or gasoline to wipe down equipment.
 Never eat or drink while handling any materials and if your hands are contaminated, don’t use
cosmetics or handle contact lenses.
 Read the labels and refer to MSDSs to identify properties and hazards of chemical products and
materials.
 Store all materials properly, separate incompatibles, and store in ventilated, dry, cool areas.
 Keep you and your work area clean. After handling any material, wash thoroughly with soap and
water. Clean work surfaces at least once a shift so that contamination risks are minimized.
 Learn about emergency procedures and equipment. Understanding emergency procedures means
knowing evacuation procedures, emergency reporting procedures, and procedures for dealing
with fires and spills. It also means knowing what to do in a medical emergency if a co-worker is
injured or overcome by chemicals.
ACCIDENT REPORTING AND RECORD KEEPING

1. Reportable accident shall be investigated irrespective of who or what is involved.

2. Accident, which results in loss of life, large property, damaged, or having serious implication
should immediately investigated by a competent group. Loss time accident or loss time injury will
arise if the person injured cannot report to work within 24 hours after the accident.
  Safety Officer
 Safety Management
3. All accidents which occur in the project or at temporary facilities shall be reported immediately
and written report should be available 8 hours after the incident. The contractor’s Safety Engineer
will investigate and then prepare a report when and how the accident or incident transpired. What
is the root causes and then recommended appropriate measures correctively to prevent
recurrence in the future. The maximum duration for rectification and safety correction is one (1)
week.
4. The Medical clinic shall kept the Personal Accident form and maintained a record keeping
procedures which can be subjected for inspection by an authorized personnel, government
agency, etc.
 Date of admittance
 Date and time of injury
 Name of patient
 Occupation of patient
 Name of witness (if any)
 Name of project/contact no.
 Name of employer
 Name of foreman
 Description of accident and location
 Treated by
 Nature of injury or illness
 Treatment given
5. A monthly safety statistics report shall be prepared by Safety Officer to determine the Frequency
and Severity rate. Copy furnished to the construction Safety Management Team or Owner upon
request.
6. A Safety score board shall be established and place at the conspicuous location.

SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF THE PUBLIC

1. WALKWAYS AND THOROUGHFARES:

 Guard rails: All public walkways, sidewalks and thoroughfares bordering on or running through
construction site shall be provided with substantial guardrails or board fences. In addition,
temporary foot walks beyond the curb shall be substantially constructed with protection on
both sides.
 Clear Obstructions: Sidewalks and walkways shall be kept clear of excavated materials and or
other obstructions.
 Fastening Planks: If planks are used for sidewalks they shall be butt ended and treated
underneath to prevent displacement. Plank shall be uniform in thickness and all exposed ends
shall be leveled to prevent tripping.

2. WARNING SIGNS AND WATCH MEN:

  A flag men or watch men (traffic aides) shall be designated to warn the public of the approach
of trucks and to direct the trucks in and out of the property. Warning signs shall be posted at
all entrance and exits points.

3. ILLUMINATIONS:

 During the hour of darkness, all sidewalks and walkways shall be adequately illuminated, and
warning lights should be placed at the property to ensure safety for pedestrian and roads.

SIGNS AND TAGS

1. Warning signs shall be placed to provide adequate warning of hazards to workers and the public.
Signs shall be removed or covered when hazards are no longer exists.

 DANGER signs shall be used only where an imminent danger exist. The predominating color
shall be red.
 CAUTION signs shall be used only to warn against potential hazards or against unsafe practices.
The predominating color shall be yellow.
 INSTRUCTIONAL signs shall be used for general safety instructions. The predominating color
shall be green.
 The other signs such as DIRECTIONAL or INFORMATIONAL signs shall be black and white.
 Signs are required to be seen at night shall be lighted and painted reflectorized paint.
 Accident prevention tags shall be used only as a temporary means of warning employees of an
existing hazard, such as defective tools, broken ladder, equipment breakdown , and lockout for
electrical.
 Kerosene lamps and open flame pots shall not be used for warning signs or devices.

2. SAMPLE OF SIGNAGE:

 NO SMOKING
 SMOKING AREA
 HARD HAT AREA
 DANGER: DEEP EXCAVATION
 SAFETY SHOES AREA
 WEAR GOGGLES
 SAFETY FIRST
 DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE
 DANGER OPEN FLAME
 NO HARD HAT, NO ENTRY
 WATCH OUT: FALLING DEBRIS
 ONE WAY, DO NOT ENTER
 SAFETY HAS NO QUITTING TIME
  UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL, KEEP OUT
 WATCHOUT LIFTING ACTIVITIES ON GOING
 CAUTION: MEN WORKING ABOVE

FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE PROTECTION

1. WATER SUPPLY: Where connection from water supply system is not available, an adequate water
reservoir capable of supplying all firefighting system for eight hours shall be provided, or as
required in the contract.
2. HYDRANTS: Contractors are requested to provide fire hydrants same types as used by the local
fire department and shall be located as per requirements in the contract. No obstruction should be
placed near the hydrant.
3. FIRE EXTINGUISHER: Portable fire extinguisher shall be provided and distinctly marked readily
accessible and maintained in a fully charge and operable conditions. Equipment shall be equipped
with one dry chemical or carbon dioxide fire extinguisher.
4. FIRE WATCHER: Shall be maintained during hot work, open flame and any other hot work
operation, shall remain at the location at least one hour after the exposure has ended.
5. FIRE DRUMS: It shall be filled with water at all times, at least two buckets, shall be provided. It
shall be painted with red marks “for fire use only” barrels or drums shall be covered with plywood
or metal sheets.
6. FIRE HOSE: Shall be compatible with the local public fire department.

FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS:

 All source of ignition shall be prohibited in the area where flammable liquids are stored.
 Flammable or combustible liquids shall not be stored at areas used for exits, stairs or used for
passage.
 All source of ignition shall be prohibited within 15.24 meters of operations, which constitute a fire
hazards.
 Rubbish, long grass or other combustible materials shall be kept from areas where flammable and
combustible liquids are stored, handled or processed.
 Accumulation of combustible and flammable liquids on floors, walls etc., is prohibited. All spills of
flammable and combustible liquid shall be cleaned up immediately.

7. HOT SUBSTANCE:

 Heating devices or melting kettles shall be placed on s level, firm foundation and protected
against traffic, accidental tripping or similar hazards.
 Enclosed areas in which hot substances are being heated or applied shall be ventilated.
 A compatible fire extinguisher shall be available at all locations where melting kettles or other
heating devices are in use.
 Heating devices or melting kettles when in use shall not be left unattended.
  Proper runways, or passageways, clear of obstruction shall be provided for all persons carrying
hot substances.
 Containers used in handling or transporting hot substances shall not be filled higher than 100
centimeters from the top.

8. DISTANCES:

 Major lumber storage shall be maintained 100 feet or 30.48 meters from building or structure.

9. PAINTS AND PAINTINGS (FLAMMABLE):

 Packages containing paints, varnishes, lacquers, thinners or other volatile painting materials
shall be kept tightly closed when not in used.
 Paint materials in quantities other than required for one day use shall not be stored in the
building under construction.
 Unopened containers of paint, varnishes, lacquers, thinners and other flammable paint
materials shall be kept in well ventilated location, free from excessive heat, smokes, sparks
flames or direct rays of the sun.
 Paint scrapping and paint saturated debris shall be removed daily from the premises.
 No smoking, open flame exposed heating elements or other source of ignition shall be
permitted in areas or rooms where spray painting is being done.
 Adequate ventilation to prevent the accumulation of flammable vapors to hazardous levels
shall be provided in all areas where painting is being done or paints are being mixed.

10. BURNING AREAS:

 All burning areas shall be established after coordination with the Owner/Project Safety
Management Team, however, burning at the job site be discourage.
 Disposal or combustible waste materials comply with all applicable fire and environmental
laws and regulations.
 A sufficient force to control and patrol the burning operations shall be maintained until the last
members have been extinguished.
 Bump blocks shall be provided where trucks back up to fire or burning pit.

11. MISCELLANEOUS

 Precaution shall be taken to protect formworks and scaffolding from exposure to and spread of
fire.
 Insulating material with a combustible vapor barrier shall be restored at least 25 feet or 7.62
meters away from the buildings or structures. Only the quantity required for one day’s use
shall be permitted in the buildings under construction.
GENERAL MATERIALS HANDLING AND STORAGE PROCEDURE

1. MATERIAL HANDLING & STORAGE SAFETY

For an effective materials handling and storage program, managers must take an active role in its
development. First-line supervisors must be convinced of the importance of controlling hazards
associated with materials handling and storing and must be held accountable for workers material
handling safety training. Safe lifting is only one aspect of material handling; transporting the load
safely is the other. How you move or carry and put down the load is just as important as how you pick
it up.

2. MOVING, HANDLING, AND STORING MATERIALS

 When manually moving materials, employees should seek help when a load is so bulky it
cannot be properly grasped or lifted, when they cannot see around or over it, or when they
cannot safely handle the load.
 Handles or holders should be attached to loads to reduce the chances of getting fingers
pinched or smashed. Workers also use appropriate protective equipment. For loads with sharp
or rough edges, wear gloves or other hand and forearm protection. In addition, to avoid
injuries to the eyes, use eye protection. When the loads are heavy or bulky, the mover also
should wear steel-toed safety shoes or boots to prevent foot injuries if he or she slips or
accidentally drops a load.
 All stacked loads must be correctly piled and cross-tiered, where possible. Precautions also
should be taken when stacking and storing material. Stored materials must not create a
hazard. Storage areas must be kept free from accumulated materials that cause tripping, fires,
or explosions, or that may contribute to the harboring of rats and other pests.
 When stacking piling materials, it is important to be aware of such factors as the material’s
height and weight, how accessible the stored materials are to the user, and the condition of
the containers where the materials are being stored. Non- compatible material must be
separated in storage. Workers, who work on stored materials in silos, hoppers, or tanks, must
be equipped with lifelines and safety belts. All bound material should be stacked, place on
racks, blocked, interlocked, or otherwise secured to prevent it from sliding, falling, or
collapsing. A load greater than that approved by a building official may not be placed on any
floor of a building or other structure. Where applicable, load limits approved by the building
inspector should be conspicuously posted in all storage areas.
 When stacking materials, height limitations should be observed. For example, lumber must be
stacked no more than 16 feet high if it is handled manually; 20 feet is the maximum stacking
height if a forklift is used. For quick reference, walls or posts may be painted with stripes to
indicate maximum stacking heights.
 Used lumber must have all nails removed before stacking. Lumber must be stacked and leveled
on solidly supported bracing. The stacks must be stable and self-supporting. Stacks of loose
bricks should not be more than 7 feet in height. When these stacks reach a height of 4 feet,
they should be tapered back 2 inches for every foot of height above the 4-foot level. When
masonry blocks are stacked higher than 6 feet, the stacks should be tapered back one-half
 block each tier above the 6-foot level. Bags and bundles must be stacked in interlocking rows
to remain secure. Bagged material must be stacked by stepping back the layers and cross-
keying the bags at least every ten layers. To remove bags from the stack, start from the top
row first. Baled paper and rags stored inside a building must not be closer than 18 inches to
the walls, partitions, or sprinkler heads.
 Boxed materials must be banded or held in place using cross-ties or shrink plastic fiber.
 Drums, barrels, and kegs must be stacked symmetrically. If stored on their sides, the bottom
tiers must be blocked to keep them from rolling. When stacked on end, put planks, sheets of
plywood dunnage, or pallets between each tier to make a firm, flat, stacking surface. When
stacking materials two or more tiers high, the bottom tier must be chocked on each side to
prevent shifting in either direction. When stacking, consider the need for availability of the
material. Material that cannot be stacked due to size, shape, or fragility can be safely stored on
shelves or in bins.
 Structural steel, bar stock, poles, and other cylindrical materials, unless in racks, must be
stacked and blocked to prevent spreading or tilting. Pipes and bars should not be stored in
racks that face main aisles; this could create a hazard to passers-by when removing supplies.

3. MATERIAL HANDLING WITH CONVEYORS

When using conveyors, workers’ hand may be caught in nip points where the conveyor medium runs
near the frame or over support members or rollers; workers may be struck by material falling off the
conveyor; or they may become caught on or in the conveyor, being drawn into the conveyor path as a
result.
To reduce the severity of an injury, an emergency button or pull cord designed to stop the conveyor
must be installed at the employee’s workstation. Continuously accessible conveyor belts should have
an emergency stop cable that extends the entire length of the conveyor belt so that the cable can be
accessed from any location along the belt. The emergency stop switch must be designed to be reset
before the conveyor can be restarted. Before restarting a conveyor that has stopped due to an
overload, appropriate personnel must inspect the conveyor and clear the stoppage before restarting.
Workers must never ride on a materials handling conveyor. Where a conveyor passes over work areas
or aisles, guards must be provided to keep employees from being struck by falling material. If the
crossover is low enough for workers to run into it, the guard must be either marked with a warning
sign or painted a bright color to protect employees.
Screw conveyors must be completely covered except at loading and discharging points. At those
points, guards must protect employees against contacting the moving screw; the guards are movable,
and they must be interlocked to prevent conveyor movement when not in place.

4. FLAMMABLE MATERIAL HANDLNG & STORAGE

In adhering to fire safety precautions, employees should note that flammable and combustible
materials must be stored according to their fire characteristics.
 Flammable liquids, for example, must be separated from other material by a fire wall. Also, other
combustibles must be stored in an area where smoking and using an open flame or a spark-producing
device is prohibited. Dissimilar materials that are dangerous when they come into contact with each
other must be stored apart.

5. ERGONOMICS OF MATERIAL HANDLING

Ergonomics is defined as the study of work and is based on the principle that the job should be
adopted to fit the person, rather than forcing the person to fit the job. Ergonomics focuses on the
work environment, such as its design and function, and items such as design and function of
workstations, controls, displays, safety devices, tools, and lighting to fit the employees’ physical
requirements and to ensure their health and well-being. Ergonomics includes restructuring or
changing workplace conditions to make the job easier and reducing stressors that cause cumulative
trauma disorders and repetitive motion injuries. In the area of materials handling and storing,
ergonomic principles may require controls such as reducing the size or weight of the objects lifted,
installing a mechanical lifting aid, or changing the height of a pallet or shelf. Although no approach has
been found for totally eliminating back injuries resulting from lifting materials, a substantial number of
lifting injuries can be prevented by implementing an effective ergonomics program and by training
employees in appropriate lifting techniques.
In addition to using ergonomic controls, there are some basic safety principles that can be employed
to reduce injuries from handling and storing materials. These include taking general fire safety
precautions and keeping aisles and passageways clear.

LADDERS, RAMPS, RUNWAYS, PLATFORMS and SCAFFOLDS

General Rule: Scaffolds, platform or temporary floors shall be provided for all work except that which can
be done safely from the ground or other substantial footings.

1. Ladders shall be use as work platforms only when use of small hand tools and handling of light
materials are involved. No work requires lifting of heavy materials or substantial exertion shall be
done from ladders.
2. All portable ladders shall be of sufficient length and shall be placed such that all workmen will not
stretch or assume hazardous positions.
3. Broken or damaged ladders shall be immediately removed from service and tagged “Unsafe” or
“Destroyed” as applicable.
4. The minimum width of all scaffolds, ramps, and runways shall be determined for the purpose for
which build in no case shall be less than 18 inches or 460 millimeter.
5. All scaffolds or working platforms or any nature shall be securely fastened to the building or
structure, or if independent of the building shall be guide or braced to prevent sway.
6. Lumber used in construction of ramps, runways, platforms, temporary floors and scaffolds shall be
good quality and shall be reasonably free form defects or any other condition, which would
materially decrease the strength of the material.
 7. Scaffolds, platforms, runways, floors, etc., shall be kept of grease, mud or any other material or
equipment which will render them unsafe or hazardous to person using them.
8. The supporting members shall be placed on firms, smooth foundation that will prevent lateral
displacement. Unstable objects such as barrels, boxes, loose bricks or concrete blocks shall not be
used to support scaffolds or planks. Scaffolds shall be leveled.
9. Ladders shall be used as work platforms only when use of small hand tools and handling of light
materials are involved. No work requires lifting of heavy materials or substantial exertion shall be
done from ladders.
10. All portable ladders shall be of sufficient length and shall be placed such that all workmen will not
stretch or assume hazardous positions.
11. Planking used as working surfaces or runways, platforms, ramps or scaffolds shall be scaffold
grades, or equivalent, not less than 2 inches or 5.08 centimeters in thickness, and be laid width the
edges close together.
12. When planking is lapped, each plank shall be lapped its end support at least 1.0 feet or 30.5
centimeter and the ends shall be secured to prevent dislodgment.
13. Scaffold planks shall extent over their end supports not less than 6 inches or 15.2 centimeter nor
more than 1.0 feet or 30.5 centimeters.
14. A standard railing shall be installed on the open sides and in ends of platforms more than 6.0 feet
or 1.8 meters above the ground or floor.
15. A standard railing shall be consists of top rail, intermediate rail, toe board and post and shall have
a vertical height approximately 42 inches or 1.07 meters from upper surface of top rail.
16. A standard toe board shall be a minimum of 4 inches or 10.16 centimeters vertical heights from its
top edge to the level of the floor, platform, runway, or ramp. It shall be secured fastened in place
and have not more than 6.5 millimeters clearances above floor level.
17. Post for wood railing shall be at least 5 centimeter x 10 centimeter stock spaced not to exceed
2.44 meter. The top rail shall be at least 5 centimeter x 10 centimeter stocks. The intermediate rail
shall be at least 2.5 centimeter x 15 centimeter stocks.
18. Where persons work on pass under a work surface, a screen of # 18 gauge standard wires, 12.5
millimeter meshes shall be provided between the toe board and top rail.
19. Planking shall be supported or braced to prevent excessive spring or deflection and secured and
support sufficiently to prevent loosening, tipping or displacement.
20. In the construction of roof, protective devices shall be provided which will prevent workmen from
lower levels from struck by falling objects.
21. Substantial overhead protection shall be provided as needed to protect employees, the public and
property from falling objects.
22. The overhead protection shall not be less than 2.10 meters above the working surface and of
sufficient strength to withstand potential load or impact likely to be encountered.
23. Extreme caution shall be taken where metal scaffolds are used to prevent short circuits or
electrical shock.

ROLLING SCAFFOLDS

1. The height of rolling scaffold must not exceed four times the minimum base dimension.
2. The work platform must be fully planked.
 3. Caster breaks must be lock when the scaffold is not in motion.
4. No one will be allowed on the scaffold while it is being moved.
5. There is a need to get help when moving rolling scaffold. The route must be clear of holes and
overhead obstructions.
6. All loos material and equipment must be removed before moving scaffold.
7. All scaffolds will be inspected regularly.

SITE CLEARING

Removal of all debris, vegetative and other unwanted materials from job site before the construction
begin.

 Wear proper PPE and used proper tools or equipment for the site clearing to prevent minor or
major injuries during the clearing.
 Remove of all hazards that cause of accident and make the job site for safety and better work
place.

EXCAVATION/TRENCHES

 The sides of a excavations 4.0 feet or 1.20 meters or more in depth unless in solid rock, hard shale,
or cemented sand and gravel shall either be sloped to the angle of repose or be supported by
sheeting, sheet pilling, cribbing, shoring or other support system.
 Where excavations are to be made below adjacent foundations of structures, adequate shoring,
bracing or underpinning shall support such foundations.
 Diversion ditches dikes or other suitable means shall be used to prevent surface water from
entering an excavation and to provide good drainage of the area adjacent to the excavation.
 Excavated materials shall be stored and retained at least 1.00 meter from the edge of the
excavation and at a distance to prevent excesses loading on the face of the excavation.
 Boulders, stumps, or other materials that may roll or slide into the excavation shall be removed.
 Guardrails, fences or other barricades, and warning lights or other illuminations maintained from
sunset to sun-up shall be placed at all excavations which are adjacent to patios, walkways,
sidewalks, driveways and other pedestrian or vehicles thoroughfares.
 Side slopes and faces of all excavations shall be protected and maintained in safe conditions by
scaling, benching, barricading or other effective means. Special attention shall be given to slopes
which may be adversely affected by whether, moisture content or vibration.
 Prior to opening an excavation, underground utilities (i.e. sewer, water, fuel, electric lines, etc.)
shall be located and protected from damaged or displacement.
 Where it is necessary to undercut the side of an excavation, over-hanging material shall be safely
supported.
 Bracing, shoring, cribbing and other supports shall be inspected daily and after every rainstorm or
other hazards increasing occurrence by a competent person.
 Necessary adjustments shall be made prior to resumption of work in the excavation.
  All portable ladders shall be of sufficient length and shall be placed such that all workmen will not
stretch or assume hazardous positions.
 Walkways or Bridges with guardians shall be provided where people or equipment are required or
permitted to cross over excavations.
 Men working in deep trenches shall wear hard hats, goggles as a protection against dust, falling
objects or materials.
 Access to excavations over 5.0 feet or 1.50 meters deeps should be by ramps, ladders, stairways,
or hoist. Workmen should not jump into the trench. They shall not use the bracing as a stairway.
 No tools, materials or debris should be left in walkways, ramps, and struts or near the edge of the
excavations.
 Such materials might be knocked off or cause a worker to loose his footing.
 Pick and shovel men working in trenches hall keep a sufficient distance a part so they cannot injure
each other.
 Emergency rescue equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness and line, and basket
stretcher shall be readily available where adverse atmospheric conditions are suspected or may
develop in an excavation.
 Excavating or hoisting equipment shall not be allowed to rise, or swing loads over personnel in the
excavation.
 Ladders used as access-ways shall extend from the bottom of the trench to not less than 3.0 feet
or 91.44 centimeters above the surface. Lateral travel to an exit ladder shall not exceed 25.0 feet
or 7.62 meters.

ELECTRICAL WORKS

WIRING AND APPARATUS

 Personnel familiar with code requirements and qualified for the class of work performed shall
perform all work.
 Live parts of wiring or equipment shall be effectively guarded to protect all persons or objects
from harmful contact.
 Circuits and equipment shall be de-energized before work is started and personnel protected by
clearance procedures and grounding.
 When it is necessary to work on energized lines and equipment, rubber gloves and other
protective equipment or hot lines tools shall be used.
 Temporary electric wire or flexible cords passing through work areas shall be covered or elevated
by at least 10 feet or 3 meters to protect it from damaged by foot traffic, vehicle, sharp corners,
and projection or pinching.
 Wires shall be insulated from their support.
 Wire guards shall protect bulbs attached to extension cords.
 Exposed empty light sockets and broken bulbs shall not be permitted.
 All circuits shall be protected against overload.
 Substitute in place of fuses are not permitted.
  Extension cords or cables shall not be fastened with bare staples, hung from nails or suspended by
bare wire.
 Temporary power lines, switch boxes, receptacles, boxes, metal cabinets and enclosure around
equipment shall be marked to indicate the maximum operating voltage.
 Patched, oil soaked, worn or frayed electrical cords or cables shall not be used.
 Switches, circuit breakers, fuse panels and motor controllers in wet locations or outside will be in
weatherproof enclosures or cabinets and shall be provided with Ground Fault Current Interrupters
(GFCI’s).

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

Electrocutions are among the most frequent repeated of all construction accidents and contacting
overhead power lines cause most of them.

This absolute limit of approach varies according to the following table.

LINE VOLTAGE ABSOLUTE LIMIT APPROACH

Up to 125,000 volts 10 feet ( 3 meters)

125,001 to 250,000 volts 5 feet (4.5 meters)
Over 250,000 volts 25 feet (7.5 meters)

HAND TOOLS AND POWER TOOLS

All hand tools shall be kept in good repair and shall be used only for the purpose for which designed.

1. Tools having defects that will impair their strength or render unsafe for use shall be removed from
service.
2. Only designated personnel shall operate power tools.
3. The electrical cord shall be unplugged before adjusting electrical tools.
4. Proper guards or shields shall be installed on all power tools.
5. When work is being performed overhead, tools not in use shall be secured or place in holders.
6. Hand tools with mushroomed heads; defective handles shall be removed from the job-site.
7. Power saw shall not be left running unattended. Provide covering when not in use.
8. Only non-sparking tools shall be used in locations where sources of ignition may cause a fire
explosion.

WELDING AND CUTTING WORKS

General: All welding and cutting equipment and operations shall be in accordance with standards and
recommended practices of the American Welding Society, Safety in Welding and Cutting.
 1. All welding equipment shall be inspected daily.
2. Defective equipment shall be removed from service, replaced or repaired and re-inspected before
again being place in service.
3. Each welding or cutting equipment shall be equipped with a compatible fire extinguisher.
4. Objects to be welded, cut or heated shall be removed to safer location, if they cannot be removed,
all movable fire hazards in the vicinity shall be taken in safer place.
5. All combustible materials shall be protected from the heat, sparks, and slag of welding.
6. Workers and the public shall be shielded from welding rays, flashes, sparks, molten metal and slag.
7. Cable, hoses, and other equipment shall be kept clear of passageways, ladders and stairways.
8. All hollow spaces, cavities, or containers shall be vented to permit the escape of air gases before
preheating, cutting or welding.
9. Defective hose, or hose in doubtful condition, shall not be used.
10. No welding, cutting, or heating shall be done where the application of flammable paints or the
presence of other flammable compounds, or heavy dust concentration creates hazards.
11. When welding, cutting, or heating is performed on walls, floors and ceilings, the same precautions
shall be taken on the opposite side as are taken on the side on which the welding is being
performed.
12. All structural welding accomplished by the contractor or subcontractor on critical items such as
scaffolding, shoring forms, ladders etc. shall be performed by a certified welder using qualified
welding procedures.

COMPRESSED GASES SAFETY

1. Never drop a cylinder or allow it to fall.

2. Never allow oil or grease to come into contact with oxygen; specifically, never direct a jet of
oxygen at oil soaked surface, spontaneous combustion may result.
3. Never use oil, grease or any lubricant on a torch.
4. Never hang torch or hoses on regulations or cylinder valves.
5. Never uses matches for lighting a torch, use a friction igniter, a suitable pilot light, or a length of
twisted paper.
6. Always wear goggles when using flammable gases.
7. Never store cylinders in direct sunlight or near heater. Never test for acetylene leaks with a flame.
Always open the valves slowly.
8. Always keep the special wrench used to turn acetylene ON and OFF near the valve.
9. Never hammer or beat on a valve; furthermore, do not attempt to adjust a valve or a gauge, which
does not work.
10. Cylinder valve caps shall be in place when cylinders are in storage, in transit, and whenever the
regulators are not in place.
11. A “NO SMOKING” signage shall be installed whenever cylinders are stored.
12. Compressed gas cylinders shall be secured in an upright position at all times, whenever they are
used, except when being hoisted.
13. All compressed gas cylinders in service shall be secured in substantial fixed or potable racks.
 14. Leaking cylinders shall be moved to an isolated location out of doors, valves shall be cracked and
gas allowed escaping slowly.
15. Cylinders containing oxygen, acetylene or other fuel gas shall not be taken into confined spaces.
16. Always provide a compatible fire extinguisher during hot work operations.

HOT WORK CHECKLIST

The following should be checked and inspected before signing the HOT WORK Permit.

1. OXY-ACETYLENE OPERATION

 Hoses are leak free and property laid out.

 Oxy-acetylene cylinders are properly made.
 Hose connections on the regulators & torch ends are tight.
 Warning signs were properly provided.
 Appropriate Oxy-acetylene lighter was provided.
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE’s) should be provided to the operator (gloves, safety
belts, goggles etc.)
 Regulators are in good condition.
 Keeping wrench available.
 Compatible fire extinguisher on site.
 Crew was properly given the safety orientation.

2. ARC WELDING

 Standard welding cables were used.

 Splicing termination was properly made.
 Cables are hung (if necessary) and are not tripping hazards.
 PPE’s were provided to the welder.
 Warning signs were properly provided.
 Scaffolding (if needed) is properly provided.
 Metal shield was provided.
 Compatible fire extinguisher on site.
 Operator is certified on site.
 Crew was properly given the safety orientation.

MASONRY WORKS

All construction workers should be alert to the potential hazards associated with concrete and masonry
operations. Among the most critical unsafe practices are:
 Premature removal of formwork;
 Failure to brace masonry walls;
  Failure to adequately support precast panels;
 Inappropriate operation of equipment;
 Failure to guard the end of reinforcing steel;
 Inadequate shoring, which can lead to formwork collapse

General safety requirements should always be followed on construction because serious accidents and
injuries may happen if they are not.

 CONSTRUCTION LOADS: Construction loads must not be placed on a concrete structure unless it
has been determined that the structure is capable of supporting the intended loads, based on
information received from a person who is qualified in structural design
 REINFORCING STEEL: All protruding reinforcing steel, onto which an individual could fall, must be
guarded to eliminate the hazard of impalement.
 POST-TENSIONING OPERATIONS: No one (except those essential to post-tensioning operations)
should be permitted behind the jack during tensioning operations. Signs and barriers must be
erected to limit worker access to the post-tensioning area during tensioning operations.
 CONCRETE BUCKETS: Under no condition may employees ride concrete buckets.
 WORKING UNDER LOADS: Never work under concrete buckets while the buckets are travelling,
being elevated or lowered into position. Elevated concrete buckets must be routed so that no
employee is exposed to the hazards associated with falling concrete buckets.
 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Protective head and face equipment must always be worn
when applying cementitius grout through a pneumatic hose. A safety harness must be worn or
equivalent fall protection provided while placing or tying vertical reinforcing steel and working
more than 6 feet above any adjacent working surface.
 MASONRY CONSTRUCTION: Whenever a masonry wall is being constructed, a limited access zone
must be established prior to the start of construction.
CONCRETE WORKS

Concrete is used in the construction of almost every modern building. Concrete may seem like a harmless
substance to most people but it can actually be extremely dangerous if you don’t follow concrete safety
measure and procedure. The construction site is already full lurking dangers and accidents just waiting to
happen. Concrete safety training should be something that all workers are taught before they even make
it to the job site.

 When concrete comes in contact with skin the results can be harmful. Anything from a slight
allergic reaction to the burn of tissue can occur. Concrete in its still water based form can
penetrate the top layers of skin and cause burns that could require hospitalization and surgeries to
repair.
 Always wear alkali resistant gloves and long sleeved pants and shirts while working with concrete.
There is no reason to take the risk of even a little concrete splashing up and causing injuries.
 Safety goggles should be worn by everyone in the area. Again if it was to splash up and get into
your eyes it could result in permanent vision problems.
  When working with the powder form of concrete you must always wear a face mask. The particles
from the concrete can become airborne and enter your lungs.
 Mix dry concrete in well ventilated areas. If you are mixing it outdoors be sure that there is not too
much wind which can carry the particles miles away.
 Whenever possible you should avoid cutting into concrete. The particles that are released into the
air can cause symptoms as mild as coughing or as severe as death.
 If concrete does get on your clothes they should be removed immediately to avoid any contact
with the skin.
 There should be an area set up where workers can go and clean off before leaving the work site.
This is to prevent them from spreading concrete particles all over town.
 Never use the tool clean off bucket for anything other than cleaning dirty tools. The water in them
is contaminated to instant even a single tool touches it.

CARPENTRY/WOOD WORKS/CEILING WORKS

 Inspect all equipment before using.

 Keep all equipment in good repair.
 Do not remove safety shields/devices.
 Wear/use approved protective equipment at all times.
 Remove rings, watches and loose clothing; suitably confine long hair.
 Inspect work area for unsafe conditions, and remedy before beginning work.
 Keep work areas in a clean and safe condition.
 Follow all lockout/tag-out procedures as required.

HAND TOOLS

 Keep all hand tools clean, sharp and in good repair

 Use all hand tools for the purpose for which they were intended (i.e. a screwdriver is not a chisel
and vise-versa).
 Do not carry sharp/pointed objects in pockets.

POWER TOOLS

 Make all adjustments and tighten all locking devices before attaching tool to power supply.
 Make sure tool is switched off before connecting to power supply.
 Use a grounded outlet, grounded extension cords, and/or a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.
 Operate all tools with all safety guards in place.
 Use fence/guide, push-stick, appropriately.
 Maintain appropriate safety margin between cutting edge and hands.
 Keep blades/bits, etc. sharp.
 Keep the tool and surrounding work area in a clean and safe condition.
  Follow Manufacturer’s maintenance instructions.
 Handle all air-actuated devices with extreme caution.
 Never carry a tool by the cord or hose.
 Never yank the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the receptacle.
 Keep the cords and hoses away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
 Disconnect tools when not using them, before servicing and cleaning them, and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters.
 Secure work with clamps or a vise, freeing both hands to operate the tool.
 Avoid accidental starting. Do not hold fingers on the switch button while carrying a plugged-in
tool.
 Be sure to keep good footing and maintain good balance when operating power tools.

STEEL WORKS/STRUCTURAL ERECTION

To be accomplished before any structural begin.

Have the following precautions taken;

 Inspected all ropes, slings, shackles, chokers, beam clamps and hooks. They are in safe operating
condition?
 Gave the safety reminders/orientations to all members of the group.
 Check the breaks system of the crane and is in good operational condition.
 Provide all the required PPE’s to all the workers of the group (safety shoes, safety belts, gloves,
taglines, tie lines)
 The crane operator & signalman are provided with 2-way radios.
 Clearances for stationary objects and power lines that may be hit are already identified and
provisional measures are already taken.
 Members of the group are properly trained on emergency procedures.

PLUMBING WORKS

PLUMBING – a system of pipes that carries water through a building.

The work of a plumber: the job of installing and repairing sinks, toilets, water pipes, etc.

 Check the local building and plumbing codes and laws before starting a plumbing project. Know
what work you can do yourself and what work will require a professional. Get a permit whenever
it is required for your plumbing project.
 Wear a safety glasses when doing any plumbing work especially when doing anything that
potentially damage your eyes. Work such as snaking a drain, using a drill, using a sawzall,
hammering or even working under a sink while looking up can pose a safety hazard for your eyes.
Small objects can fall down or fly up right into your eye when least expected. Eyes are very
sensitive and easily injured so it is always a good practice to protect them.
  Wear appropriate work gloves to protect your hands. Hands come into contact with many
different materials and chemicals when doing plumbing projects, but using gloves is an easy way
to prevent injuries. When using a drain machine of any sort it is a good idea to wear latex gloves
under leather gloves to protect you from the germs typically found in drain lines. Proper drain
gloves will protect your hands from the snake but it is a good habit to use latex or something
similar for extra protection.
 Use a face mask when necessary to protect your lungs. When your project involves sawing or
sanding take the extra precaution of using a disposal face mask to prevent inhalation of dust
particles.
 Exercise caution when using power tools and follow the recommended manufacturer suggestions
for use. Many people are injured by not keeping two hands on the power tool and staying focused
on the project. Be extra cautions when soldering or using any heat on pipes, especially in the wall
or near any insulation.
 Having a spotter or helper will make completing your projects easier and safer. Running a drain
machine can be difficult because in most cases you will have two hands on the cable and if you had
to unplug the machine quickly extra hand would be beneficial.
 Always read labels and instructions when using chemicals or machines. Follow the
recommendations for use at all times. Check the warning labels on products and equipment and
know what to do in case of an emergency.
 Never work while you are overly tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Impaired
reflexes or lack of focus is a sure way to invite injury especially when working with power tools.
Wait until you can be fully focused and aware.
 Use tools and equipment for their intended purpose only. The misuse of tools can result in injury
and/or damage of the tool. Poorly maintained tools and equipment can also be a safety hazard.
Check power tools and equipment before using them to ensure they are in good condition.
 Plumbing and building safety codes are put in place for the protection of the public so they should
not be ignored.
 Use a tool belt or a tool box to carry sharp or pointed tools around. A sharp tool in your pocket can
cause an injury when you least expect it.
 If you smell natural gas or suspect a gas leak stop what you are doing right away. If it is safe to do
so, turn off the gas, and call your gas company. Don’t try to find the gas leak yourself.

ROOFING WORKS

 A safety harness should be worn at all times while working on a roof. This will prevent you from
slipping or tripping and falling off of the roof. You could seriously injury your back or even break an
arm, leg or in extreme case your neck which is often fatal.
 Wear a hard hat if you are working near a site that other are working on the roof. Something could
accidentally fall of a hit you.
 Caution tape should be put up around the building to let people know there are workers on the
roof that could potential cause a danger.
 When using a ladder make sure it is not it the walking path of others.
  Leave at least two feet of the ladder rising above the roof to make it sturdy.
 When using your air knife to cut shingles never pull the knife toward your body. Always cut away
from yourself or you could slip and cause an accident.
 Never carry your tools up the ladder in your hands. Wear a tool belt to hold your smaller hand
held tools. If you need larger tools for a job use a pulley system to get them to the roof.
 Wear leather working gloves to protect your hands from wood and shingle shards.
 While they aren’t always necessary knee pads can help protect your knees if you are bending on to
a hard surface all day. They will help relieve some of the pressure on the bones.
 Using a nail sweeper is a great way to collect loses nails. If you were to step on a nail or
accidentally put one through your hand you would need medical attention and possible tetanus
shot to prevent infection and blood poisoning.
 Always make sure all safety gear is in excellent condition with no tears, scratches, frays or breaks.
 Check all tools before you us them to insure they are not broken or cracked and can still do they
task you need them for.

PAINTS AND COATING WORKS

Workers engaged in surface preparation and paint application can be exposed to the dangers of fire,
explosion, chemical burns, toxic fumes, dust and insufficient air. This section explains how to minimize
these hazards.

1. In paint, it is normally the vapor that is flammable and generally the other components are less
dangerous and non-explosive.
2. Explosive limit is the range of vapor concentrations that are potentially explosive. The lower
Explosive Limit (LEL) is typically a level readily obtained in the area near opened solvent containers
and near the nozzle of the spray painting gun in operation.
3. Flash point is the lowest temperatures at which a liquid will give off sufficient vapor to ignite when
expose to open flame.
4. Ventilation
 Ventilation is necessary because nearly all solvents are heavier than air. Therefore, they
tend to settle to the lower level of confined areas.
 Natural ventilation through opened man ways rarely, if ever sufficient to keep local vapor
concentrations to a safe level. As a general rule, forced ventilation should be used,
especially in small enclosures and always during spray painting.
 Mechanical or forced ventilation is needed during all spray painting operations. Whenever
opened solvent containers are located in enclosed areas, in small enclosures during hand
painting or solvent wiping, and whenever solvent vapors are irritating to eyes, skin lungs,
etc. it should operate during painting application and continue until the coating is dry.
 The fresh inlet should be near the top of the confined space. The discharged opening
should be located near the bottom and positioned to eliminate dead spaces.
 Supplementary fans may be needed to ensure good circulation with no dead air pockets in
the vessels.
 Even with forced ventilation, vapor concentration during spray painting will be high. While
spray painting is in progress, all workmen should wear chemical cartridge respirator.
5. Fire Precaution
 Smoking or the use of open flames is not permitted within the vicinity.
 All electrical lighting and equipment shall be explosion proof.
 Solvent and paints shall not be applied to surface warmer than ambient temperatures.
 Ventilation equipment shall be used for work in confined areas.

SAFETY AND HEALTH PROMOTIONS & INFORMATION-DISSEMINATION

1. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
 Attend Daily Tool Box Meeting
 Personal Protective Equipment
 Uniform
 ID
 Safety Shoes
 Hard hat
 Maong Pants
 PPE defending on the work to be done
 Safety Belt/Full body harness
 Face shield
 Gloves
 Safety Glass
 Ear Muffs (Ear Protector)
 Debris Guard
 Safety Net
 Barricade Fence of the job site and working area
 Caution tape
 Signage’s

2. GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
 Properly secure and well-arranged construction materials.
 Presentable, clean, well ventilated and well equipped field office.
 Well-maintained sanitary toilets and bathroom for workers and staff. The ratio is: for every
35 workers one toilet and bathroom were provided.
 Clean and well maintained power lines.
 Mobile urinals in the working sites.
 Well-lighted working areas during over time at night.
 Remove all excess materials at site or (working area).
 Designated proper places for eating and smoking at site.
 3. MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL SAFETY REQUIREMENT
 Standard and well maintained power lines.
 Put necessary safety box depending on their load capacity.
 Welding machine must be on the same floor or same level where welding works are being
done.
 Check the wire capacity in every electrical line.
 All light tool, like for example, bender machine, jackhammer, and taping hammer, welding
machine, chipping hammer and others see to it a checkup has been done and it is in good
condition.
 All heavy equipment like for example crane, trucks and others, there should be a daily
checklist and monthly checklist.

4. ORIENTATION ON NEW WORKERS

 Discuss the Safety Policies of the company.
 Discuss the Safety Policies of the client/owner and existing laws, rules and regulation
wherein the project proposed will be situated.
 Orient what is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Its correct usage and importance.
 Discuss other kinds of PPE with regards on different work assigned.
 Discuss House Rules.
 Discuss penalties and other disciplinary action with regards to the violation on House Rules
and the Safety Code of the company.
 Discuss I.D requirement.
 Discuss the safety Handbook.
 Distribution of Safety Handbook.

5. DOCUMENTS
 Job Hazard Analysis
 Accidents/Incident and Near Miss Investigation Report.
 Hot Work Permit
 Safety Program
 Other permits applicable depending on the work procedures.

II. ENVIRONMENT AND SANITATION PROCEDURE

INTRODUCTION

When it comes to sanitation, seeks a healthful environment and surroundings that free from illness. We
are committed to conserve the natural resources and reduce waste generation and emissions to air, water
and land. We will ensure that the wasted we generate are disposed off in a safe and environmentally
sound manner. We emphasize individual responsibility for safety and healthful by all employees and at all
level of management.
DRINKING WATER

1. DISPENSING METHOD: Fresh and potable drinking water shall be supplied on every construction
site. Drinking water shall be obtained only from sources approved by the office in charge of
construction. Anyone of the following dispensing methods shall be use:
 Fully enclosed water container and individual water cups.
 Portable sanitary drinking fountains or water dispenser.

2. CONTAINERS: Dipping water out of any container by individual cup or other utensils is prohibited.
Container must be provided with a covering so designed and fastened as to prevent such use.

TEMPORARY TOILET FACILITIES

Toilet facilities shall be provided at each project work area in the ratio of not less than one for each 50
persons of fractions thereof.

1. PRIVACY: It shall be conducted so that the occupants thereof will be shielded from view and
protected against the weather and falling objects.

2. LOCATION: Where sewerage facilities are not available, the contractor shall submit the sketch of
the proposed toilet facilities for owner’s approval. It shall be constructed so that the interior shall
be adequately ventilated and shall be located so as not to contaminate any domestic water supply
used for drinking purposes.

3. SANITARY REQUIREMENTS: Care shall be taken to see that all buildings used as temporary toilets
are kept clean and sanitary condition.

WASHING FACILITIES

Washing facilities shall be provided to maintain healthful and sanitary condition for all employees.

FOOD SERVICE

Contractor’s food service facilities in the job site shall require the approval of the Safety Management
Team and shall be established, operated and maintained of the local health and sanitation.

HOUSEKEEPING/PROPER DISPOSAL OF CONSTRUCTIVE WASTE

Failure to keep your work area and orderly can result in both Minor and Major accident.

1. Make sure your shop or other area is adequately ventilated at all times.
2. Keep all floors and walkways area clean and dry, and free from spilled oil, fuel or other
contaminants.
 3. Keep all areas well lighted, if at all possible you cannot work efficiently and safely without
sufficient light, check the lighting system frequently and report or replaced burned out lamps and
fuses.
4. Don’t leave tools scattered about on floor, work stand or other places.
5. System frequently and report or replaced burned out lamps and fuses.
6. Don’t clutter your work areas with unnecessary tools or equipment.
7. Keep all ropes, chains, cables, hoses and electrical cords properly stored when not in use.
8. Provide suitable waste containers and make sure that waste is put promptly into the proper
containers.
9. Inspect all electrical cables and equipment for frayed wiring insulations.
10. Horse playing is strictly prohibited; horse playing can cause anger and can cause serious accident.
11. Inspect the area frequently for protruding nails, bolts end and any other sharp objects that can
cause injury.
12. Ensure the water fountains, clothing lockers, lunch areas, temporary facilities and or barracks are
clean and sanitary. Illness cause by contaminated water and food can often become more serious
than accidents.

FUMIGATION PLAN

Fumigation in all temporary facilities is done every week to prevent all employees from any diseases or
illness that cause from any insects bites.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED MATERIALS

Excavation will be made to the depths that are identified in the drawings. Two backhoes will be used
during the excavation stage. One will be excavating to the required depths then placing the excavated
materials on the adjacent area where the other backhoe will separate unsuitable materials for backfilling
and load it into the dump truck for disposal.

1. During earth moving activities, water shall be sprayed by means of truck and hoses prior to any
construction activity.
2. Wash the trucks before leaving the site to prevent track out of bulk material onto the public paved
roadways.
3. Cover the trucks with tightly secured cover and provide at least 6 inches of free board before
leaving the site.
4. Limit vehicle speed on site to 25 kilometer per hour utilizing traffic controls and signage.
5. Assign sweepers to sweep the public areas.
6. If wind shall exceed 40 kilometer per hour, all trucks must be covered and that soil hauling
operations be stopped until wind conditions permit.
7. All workers will conduct housekeeping and cleaning of their respective work assignments fifteen
(15) minutes before their shift ends.
8. Designated dumping sites shall be located inside the work site.
9. Debris at every floor levels will be placed in sacks and hauled down using the luffing crane
including the man lift during non-peak hours.
 10. All dust emitted during cleaning shall be avoided by simultaneously spraying/ sprinkling it with
water. A housekeeping crew shall be assigned to every floor to do such activity. Furthermore, the
provided nets surrounding/ enclosing the building shall serve as dust control and for other
airborne debris.
11. Upon completion of the building, construction or demolition activities, initial cleaning of the site is
undertaken by to ensure that all debris, dust and dirt are removed.

III. SECURITY AND PROTECTION PROCEDURE

INTRODUCTION

Regards to security as a point of phases of planning and operation will establish and maintain appropriate
controls that all employees are secured and protected within the works.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE SYSTEM

In accordance with the policy, the Integrated Contingency Plan is adopted with the following objectives:

1. Make arrangements to prevent internal incidents from escalating by activating appropriate

response procedures.
2. Prevent or limit danger to people on the site or of site.
3. Prevent or limit environmental and property damage.
4. Implement organizational and technical measures to render the emergency safe.
5. Coordinate with the outside emergency organizational and services, and internally with the staff
and management.
6. Rescue people trapped or affected by the emergency.
7. Arrange medical treatment for casualties.
8. Ensure continuity of business activities, thus, preventing and limiting consequential losses.

All employees are enjoined to be familiar with the plan. Likewise, the guidelines under the safety
program shall be strictly followed.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE OFFICE

In order that the system is operational, an Emergency Preparedness and Response Office (EPRO) were
created. Basically the office will oversee and implement the warning system, rescue and evacuation,
disaster relief and rehabilitation.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE COMMAND CENTER

In lieu to this requirement, organized a structure, Safety Field Office as its incident command center. It is
where the analysis and command will take place during an emergency while the field forces deal with the
incident. The center will be equipped with the necessary communication facilities to inform, monitor and
received feedback from the field, from the corporation and the external bodies concern about the
emergency situation. All emergency database will be made available at this office which includes:

1. Material safety and data sheet (for toxic and hazardous materials)
2. Emergency procedures
3. Area maps and lay out
4. Equipment data and its respective operating manuals
5. Personal development
6. Emergency contact list
7. Emergency transportation alert

MANPOWER COMPLEMENT OF THE EPRO

Personnel assigned/involved in the organization specify its respective responsibilities for the project:

EMERGENCY RESPONSE COMMANDER

1. PROJECT MANAGER/PROJECT DIRECTOR – will act as the commander and heads the safety
emergency office. His functions are to:
 Direct the response operation during emergency situation and provides management
direction.
 Determine resource requirements and arranges for them.
 Arrange communication with upper management, local authorities and public officials, the
media, the aggrieved individual or group.
 Organized incident investigation and reporting.

2. SUPERVISORS AND FOREMAN – all supervisors, foreman and their respective personnel shall be
responsible to conduct immediate response to an incident in their respective area of jurisdiction to
prevent further escalation of the incident/s to other unit/s areas in the project site. Their functions
will be:
 Communicate with ER command center regarding field conditions
 Provide overall responsibility for on-going operations and emergency control activities
including operational resource requirement.
 Support safely and environmental assessment activities.

3. ENVIRONMENTAL & SAFETY MANAGEMENT OFFICER (SAFETY MANAGER) – the assigned

environmental/safety officer’s main task is to ensure that the company safety/environment
policies and activities are strictly observed and enforced:
 Ensure and maintain timely communications with national or regional and local agencies.
 Determine nature of incident and ensure activation of outside monitoring, recommend
additional actions necessary to protect personnel and the community.
 Identify needs of additional environmental and safety measures.
  Responsible to protect all data and records regarding the incidents for investigation
procedures, thus maintaining chronological history of the event.
 Determine extent of injuries and damages caused.
 Monitor toxicity/pollution levels within the site premises and at other key locations.
 He will act as Public Affairs Officer duly assigned by Owner’s project management prior to
releasing of information to public media affairs.
 Arrange media entry into suitable room and restrict their mobility for their own
safety.
 Responsible for all activities and equipment in media room and arrange the meeting
comfort needs.
 Provide feedback regarding public reactions and communication needs.
 Provide briefing to telephone staff and monitor incoming telephone complaints and
recommend response action.
 Maintain communication with corporate public affairs.
 Collect news media reports on the incident (newspaper clippings, videos, tapes,
etc.)

4. EXTERNAL MEDICAL ADVISER – The Medical Adviser will be in charge of determining the health
effects of a particular incident and:
 Provide on – site medical treatment
 Provide medical consultation with outside health organization
 Prepare medical alert (if necessary) for news release in consultation with the ER command
post.

5. EXTERNAL LEGAL ADVISER – He/She will be in-charge of legal matters arising from the incident.
His/Her specific tasks are too:
 Anticipate legal liabilities and prepare contingency action plan as a result of the incident.
 Ensure that action minimizes company liability.
 Coordinate local claim activities and respond to summons, citations or criminal charges.

6. PROJECT ENGINEER – He will also assume the designation as human resources officer who shall be
responsible in monitoring the total head count of all employees during an incident:
 He also notifies employee relatives of any injuries/facilities.
 Arrange for emergency feeding and housing, both on – site and possibly outside the
construction site.
 Coordinate with the other company units for all additional resource gathering
 Coordinate with the site security and supervise evacuation procedure to predetermined
safe escape routes.
 Maintain communications with union representative/s if there are any.

7. PROJECT SECURITY PERSONNEL – Security Personnel will be responsible for restricting

unauthorized people/ outsiders in the incident area. Since they are trained for proper fire fighting,
 they are also responsible to combat fire incidents cases fighting resources to assure its proper
operation at all times.

8. SECRETARY / CLERICAL STAFF – The secretary shall provide all the secretarial services needed by
the ER Command center and prepare minutes of all the meetings of the center.

9. COMMUNICATION STAFF – He/She will receive incoming calls as per procedure and refers
inquiries to the public affair officer. He shall likewise assist the media and agency staff needs.
Likewise, he/she will ensure the efficiency of all communication system.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE PALN

The key element of this system is awareness and prevention so therefore strict compliance to the Safety
Program is the first directive of this plan. In addition to the system adopted, the following EPRP will serve
as basis in dealing with the emergencies that may occur in the project site. This EPRO could be revised,
refined, improved as it needed to be arises base on the experienced during the course of operation.

Employees at the project site are required to give their total support on the EPRO during emergencies to
effectively minimize to the negative effects and overcome the incident as quickly as possible.

1. EMERGENCY LEVEL CATEGORY – The designated commander at site will be the one to classify and
declare the appropriate emergency level base on this adopts categories:

 CATEGORY 1 – an emergency that, upon assessment, cannot be brought under control

without outside assistance.
 CATEGORY 2 – an emergency that immediately brought under control using the existing
EPRO personnel or procedures.

2. EMERGENCY ALERT (ALARM DESIGNATION) – The designated commander will be responsible to

commence the sound appropriate to the emergency alert.

 Emergency General Alarm – 30 seconds of continue alarm bell

 Total Evacuation – continues sound of siren
 Back to normal condition – short – long interval of siren sound

3. EMERGENCY CONTACT – In cases of emergencies prepares necessary contact persons/ numbers

that in any way have concern to the rise of any incident.

 MR. JOSEPH JAYVEE B. VARGAS. 09276376456

In addition, the appropriate government agencies or entities that are most accessible or near the
project site have been prepared to contact in case of incidents. The following outside force will be
contacted as soon as an emergency alert has been declared:
  POLICE ASSISTANT
 FIRE STATION
 BRGY. HALL
 GENERAL HOSPITAL

4. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS – In order to enhance emergency preparedness of all employees, the

following measures are to implemented:
 Prior arrangements will be forged with emergency service providers such as that listed
government agencies. (Clinics, ambulance services, transport services, etc.)
 Adequate emergency equipment will be provided and/or stored for easy access and
mobility on certain locations. It will be equipped with first aid kit, communication units, fire
extinguisher and personal safety equipment, etc.
 Regular monitoring of structures and facilities will be undertaken
 Regular briefing, orientation and training of personnel on emergency procedure, including
evacuation. This will also include regular orientation on emergency access/egress,
evacuation routes and safety areas.

5. RESCUE AND EVACUATION – The project in-charge and/ or designated emergency staff/ personnel
will undertake rescue and evacuation of injured personnel. Members (selected once) will be
trained in Basic First Aid and Basic Life Support. All injured individual will be given immediate
medical Treatment/assistance by the rescuers or aides prior to transport to nearby hospitals for
further treatment. All physically – fit employees will be directed to assemble at designated
evacuation/safe area to be accounted for.

PREPARED BY: APPROVED FOR IMPLEMENTATION BY:

MR. JOSEPH JAYVEE B. VARGAS Rommel Musngi

SAFETY OFFICER PROJECT MANAGER