Part A: Getting Health, Safety, and Environment Right
Introduction
Definitions: The term “Project” shall refer to any project or service contract that this document is appended to as a condition of services to be rendered during the contract period. The term “Employer” shall refer to the company contracting the services of Advance International Transport Inc. The term “Contractor” shall refer to Advance International Transport Inc.
HSE Principles: The Project gives top priority to the management of safety, health and the environment (HSE). Everybody who works for the Project, anywhere, is responsible for getting HSE right.
Good HSE performance and the health, safety, and security of everyone who works for the project are critical to the success of the business. Contractor goals are simply stated – NO harm to any person and NO damage to Property or the Environment.
The Contractor recognises that safety and environment management is a line management responsibility, the principles of which employees and sub-contractors shall fully comply and that management must both lead its workforce and control their worksites.
All senior management are required to take direct management responsibility for the HSE performance of it’s and sub-contractors workers at all sites under the control of the Contractor.
The following sets out the HSE principles to be applied. All work shall be undertaken in a responsible manner. Decisions shall be made with full consideration of economic, safety, environmental, security, and social factors and will address the views of all stakeholders in developing and subsequently operating the assets, the Contractor expects:
No Harm to People
As a principle this is a clear affirmation that accidents and harm to people will be unacceptable in the Project operational culture. Our target is Zero incidents and accidents to achieve our objective of no harm to people. It is recognized that incidents may occur, and any incidents that do occur will be investigated by line management and a report issued but our objective is clear, no harm to people.
Minimise Emissions and Waste Generation
The objective is to prevent emissions and waste generation. The power in this statement lies in the word “minimise.” This is a realistic acceptance that some emissions and wastes will arise. It implies justification of decisions taken during the construction and commissioning stages and requires that emissions and wastes can be shown to have been identified and minimised, to demonstrate that no permanent damage or harm to the environment has occurred.
Improve on Current Industry Practice
The Project will seek Health, Safety and Environmental excellence. The success of the project will be judged on its HSE performance. This will bring cost benefits, providing HSE becomes an integral part of the business.
Full consideration of HSE during the project execution and ongoing proactive HSE culture will lead to achievement of this objective.
To achieve the desired excellence and improve on safety performance, all involved shall develop and maintain programs that require the active involvement of managers, supervisors and workforce.
Avoid Significant Biodiversity Impact
Biodiversity is the variety of life on earth. The development cannot be considered sustainable if it causes significant (i.e. long term or irreversible) damage to wildlife and ecosystems.
The overall intent of the above principles is to ensure that the project is developed in a sustainable manner and that decisions are made using a business case approach.
Contractor Commitment
The Contractor is committed to conducting its business in a manner which:
Ensures that all works are designed and conducted to high and consistent standards
Is compatible with the balanced economic and environmental needs of the community
Meets the agreed terms and conditions of the “Host Government Agreement” (HGA).
This document describes minimum requirements for the Employer and Contractor to comply with HSE expectations.
HSE Management Strategy
Contractor Commitment: The Contractor shall take direct HSE responsibility along with the Employer and exercise formal HSE control of all workforces and equipment at sites and in transport.
The Contractor shall comply with all applicable legislation and regulations in the country where the work is performed.
The Employer, Contractor and sub-contractors shall perform to a set standard at a minimum as described in this document.
Policy and Management System
General
The Employer shall define how Contractor will manage the three core requirements for the performance of safe work:
Security and control of a safe work site
Positive identification and certification of all plant and equipment and powered tools on the work site and in transit
Identification, supervision and support of all personnel on the work site
The Contractor and Employer unilaterally shall:
Advise the other of any proposed changes to the Management System made during the contract
Obtain approval for any changes to the Management System during the contract
Leadership and Accountability
HSE leadership by demonstration and example is an essential requirement for improving safe behaviours.
Contractor HSEMS
All members of the Contractor management team, from the most senior level, shall be expected to demonstrate positive HSE behaviour at all times.
Senior managers shall be involved in proactive two-way communication on HSE matters, through HSE committees for example.
It is anticipated that all members of the Contractor’s management team shall be able to demonstrate that a significant proportion of their management time will be spent (at least 20%) on HSE matters and the requirements of the HSEMS.
HSE expectations shall be incorporated into the business planning process and the Contractor shall continuously develop and maintain a management system for HSE according to the Employer’s contract specifications and on hand directives.
Project Specific Requirements
The provision of a safe working environment is a pre-requisite to achieving zero accidents and no harm to people, but over 90% of accidents occur when personnel do not identify hazards and risks, follow procedures, use equipment incorrectly or behave in an inappropriate manner.
The Contractor shall notify the employer both orally and in writing within 24 hours of discovering, or receiving a report related to, any of the following events that may occur.
Any HSE violations by Contractor, Sub-contractor, or personnel from the Employer.
The receipt by Contractor or sub-contractor of any alleged violation of HSE regulations or of any action on the Contractor by any governmental authority
Any inspection or notice of inspection by a governmental authority
Any proceedings being commenced for alleged failure to comply with HSE regulations
The death of any employee of Contractor or its subcontractor or third party while performing work under the contract
The injury of any employee of Contractor or its subcontractors or third party while performing work under the contract
Any suspected personal health issues
Any incident defined in an Incident investigation
Further, the safety culture under the conditions of the contract developed and implemented jointly between Employer and Contractor shall insure that any individual member of the management or workforce, recognizing an unsafe act or situation, shall cause the activity to be halted or the situation to be corrected, without fear of penalty or dismissal.
People, Training and Behaviours
General
The behaviour of people at all levels of the project is critical to its success and to the achievement of HSE goals. Therefore personnel shall be carefully selected and trained in their perspective areas as to properly represent the Employer and Contractors.
Senior and Line management is responsible for identifying and providing the appropriate training and procedures necessary to ensure safe work. All personnel (including contractors and Employer) employed on the project are responsible for the safety of their work and the safety of others who may be affected by it.
Reviews may be conducted at any time to check that all health, safety, environmental, and security requirements have been addressed and to ensure full understanding.
Drugs, Alcohol, and Smoking
It is the policy of the Contractor to maintain a work environment free from the influence of alcohol and other drug abuse. Accordingly, the Contractor prohibits the consumption, use or influence of alcohol and/or illicit drugs during working hours.
This includes when outside the work area conducting business on behalf on the Contractor in a work environment.
All property belonging to the Contractor or subcontractor during the project to include but not limited to any vehicles, personal property on Contractors premises or vehicles (contracted or owned) are subject to search at any time or reason. Any alcohol, illicit drugs, or controlled substances found shall be confiscated and the authorities may be contacted if illegal activity or substances are found.
Any personnel found violating this policy may be recommended for appropriate program and also be removed for any premises involving the project to include vehicles and equipment.
The following important requirements also apply:
No smoking within vehicles
No smoking in the proximity of gas exposures or hazardous areas. (minimum safety zones: 250 metres or as required by third party operator or safety officer)
Designated “No Smoking” areas in the campsite
Working Hours
The Contractor believes that excellent HSE performance can only be achieved by ensuring that working conditions are satisfactory and personnel are adequately rested and refreshed.
Personnel who work excessive hours, who are inadequately rested between shifts or who work over-long tours of duty are considered more likely to introduce HSE hazards at the workplace. Such hazards may be due to flawed decision making, lack of alertness, physical fatigue or a combination of factors that together increase the risk of incidents and adversely affect HSE performance.
Therefore safe working hours will be established for all personnel and be controlled such that the HSE performance of all personnel remains unaffected by hours of work and shift patterns.
Personnel shall not operate dangerous machinery at night or in hazardous weather conditions without properly lighting or proper ground guides for vehicles and equipment. During extreme adverse conditions, permission must be obtained by the senior management.
Notwithstanding the above, the Contractor shall also comply with the relevant laws and regulations governing working hours in the Host country.
Qualifications and Training
Prior to commencing any works and/or the transport of contracted equipment or use of equipment on or off site, the Contractor shall ensure that all operators are properly trained and licensed to operate such equipment.
All personnel operating vehicles or equipment must have adequate experience with a minimum of 2 (two) years as a minimum standard.
Each must also be properly trained and certified in safety acts and procedures and be able to identify, recognize, and eliminate unsafe acts and conditions. All must be aware of emergency procedures while either in transit or on Employer job site.
Before gaining access to job site, equipment, or vehicles; the Contractor must have properly identified to Employer and other personnel within its organization, authorisation to operate or have access to equipment and vehicles or that certain personnel have the authority to supervise operations. By providing this authorisation, the Contractor certifies that such personnel have received proper training on the works.
The Contractor shall nominate personnel and provide specialist training for first aid, fire fighting, and emergency reaction personnel where the Contractor is responsible for the site areas. Operators of vehicles and equipment must be trained for emergency measures in the event of fire or injury to personnel.
Communication
The Contractor shall ensure proper communications and that all personnel are able to communicate in a safe, clear and effective manner. It is imperative that personnel are given and understand written, visual and oral instruction from the management and supervising levels to the workforce and individually between parties.
Because personnel have different cultural and social backgrounds and languages that have a potential to affect an individuals understanding and interpretation of communications, the end result may be a misunderstanding of the intended instruction by the recipient. This could increase hazards and associated risks and endangering personnel and the workplace including equipment and vehicles.
Therefore the Contractor shall ensure that each work crew have a common language or have an on-board interpreter.
Equipment / Vehicles
General
All equipment and vehicles shall be available and supplied in a safe condition suitable for its intended purpose. Where applicable (i.e. mobile cranes, etc.) valid lift and test certifications shall be available. All equipment and vehicles shall be inspected at regular intervals.
The Employer shall have the right to order non-compliant equipment to be withdrawn from service until repaired or replaced.
The Employer has the right to inspect the equipment with a representative of the Contractor on hand.
Equipment and Vehicles shall be maintained in a way to minimise noise, leaks, and pollution.
Vehicle speeds should be kept as low as practicable and within the limits of the law for safety of personnel and to minimise any damage to vehicle / equipment.
All equipment / vehicles shall be switched off when not in use or if practicable when not attended.
Maintenance of vehicles and associated equipment
The Contractor shall ensure that there are designated service areas and schedules for repair and maintenance of its vehicles and equipment in order to prevent any interference in the completion schedule of the project. These areas, if not in a controlled workshop or garage, shall be properly fitted out so that waste materials are contained and segregated to prevent pollution of soil or water resources.
Incident reporting, Analysis and Prevention
Introduction
The reporting and investigation of accidents and incidents is an essential tool in the management of health, safety, and environmental issues.
The Contractor shall ensure that all injuries, illnesses, accidents, near misses and hazards are reported, investigated and documented using the Employer’s pro forma or similar equivalent and any additional documentation.
Accidents and Incidents defined below must be reported as soon as practicable to Senior Management of the Employer and the Contractor and to the Project Safety Officer.
Incidents Immediately Reportable to the Project
The following incidents shall be reported immediately (day or night) to Senior management of the Employer and Contractor and the Project Safety Officer.
Accidents reportable are:
Death resulting from an accident arising from or in connection with work
Major injury
Any fracture, other than to the fingers, thumbs or toes
Any amputation
Dislocation of the shoulder, hip, knee or spine
Loss of sight, whether temporary or permanent
Chemical or hot metal burn to the eye or any penetrating injury to the eye
Any injury resulting from an electric shock or electrical burn (including burns from arcing or arcing products) leading to unconsciousness or requiring resuscitation or admittance to hospital for more than 24 hours.
Any injury leading to hypothermia, heat induced illness or to unconsciousness
Any injury requiring resuscitation or requiring hospital admittance for more than 24 hours
Loss of consciousness caused by asphyxia or by exposure to a harmful substance or biological agent
Either acute illness requiring medical treatment, or loss of consciousness, from the absorption of any substance by inhalation, ingestion or through the skin
Acute illness requiring medical treatment where there is reason to believe that this resulted from exposure to a biological agent or its toxins or infected material
In addition, all incidents resulting in absence from work shall be reported to the Senior Management and Safety Officer.
Accidents involving more than three consecutive days of lost time (including public holidays) must be reported to Senior Management and / or Safety Officer.
Dangerous Occurrences Immediately Reportable to the Project
Certain types of incident given below shall be reported immediately (day or night) to the senior management and/or Safety Officer.
Dangerous occurrences involve the use of:
Lifting Machinery etc.
Pressure Vessels
Electrical Short Circuit
Explosion or Fire
Escape of flammable Substances
Collapse of Scaffolding
Collapse of Building or Structure
Escape of a Substance or Pathogen
Carriage of Dangerous Substances by Road
Diseases
And are further defined as follows:
Lifting Machinery etc.
The collapse of, the overturning, or the failure of any load bearing part of:
Any lift, hoist, crane, derrick or mobile powered access platform;
Any excavator, or
Any pile driving frame or rig having an overall height, when operating, of more than 7 metres.
Pressure Vessels
The failure of any closed vessel (including a boiler or boiler tube) or of any associated pipe work, in which the internal pressure was above or below atmospheric pressure, where the failure has the potential to cause death of any person.
Electric Short Circuit
An electrical short circuit or overload attended by fire or explosion which resulted in the stoppage of the plant involved for more than 24 hours or which has the potential to cause the death of any person.
Explosion or Fire
An explosion or fire occurring in any plant or place which resulted in the stoppage of that plant or suspension of normal work in that place for more than 24 hours, where such explosion or fire was due to the ignition of any material.
Escape of Flammable Substances
The sudden, uncontrolled release of:
Inside a building: 100 kg or more of a flammable liquid
Inside a building: 10 kg or more of a flammable liquid at a temperature above its normal boiling point
Inside a building: 10 kg or more of a flammable gas; or
in the open air: 500 kg or more of any substance referred to above
Collapse of Scaffolding
The complete or partial collapse of any scaffold which is:
More than 5 metres high which results in a substantial part of the scaffold falling or overturning
Erected over or adjacent to water in circumstances such that there would be risk of drowning to a person falling from the scaffold into the water
The suspension arrangements (including any outrigger) of any slung or suspended scaffold which causes a working platform or cradle to fall
Collapse of a Building or Structure
Any unintended collapse or partial collapse of:
Any building or structure under construction, reconstruction, alteration or demolition, or of any false-work, involving a fall of more than 5 tons of material or
Any floor or wall of any building being used as a place of work
Any false work
Escape of a Substance including Biological Agents
The accidental release or the escape of any substance in a quantity sufficient to cause death or major injury, as defined in 9.2 Incidents Immediately reportable to the Project, or any other damage to the health of any person.
Any incident which resulted or could have resulted in the release or escape of a biological agent likely to cause severe human infection or illness.
Explosives
Any of the following incidents involving explosives:
The unintentional explosion or ignition of explosives other than one where a fail safe device or safe system of work functioned so as to prevent any person from being injured in consequence of the explosion or ignition.
A misfire except where a fail safe device or safe system of work functioned so as to prevent any person from being endangered in consequence of the misfire
The projection of material beyond the boundary of the site on which the explosive are being used or beyond the danger zone in circumstances such that any person was or might have been injured thereby
Any injury to a person involving first aid or medical treatment resulting from the explosion or discharge of any explosive detonator.
Carriage of Dangerous substances by Road
Any incident involving a vehicle conveying by road, a dangerous substance as defined in Transport of Hazardous Goods, an uncontrolled release or escape of the dangerous substance being carried in such a quantity as to have the potential to cause the death of, or major injury to, any person or a fire which involves the dangerous substance being carried.
Diseases
There is a duty on employers to report cases of certain diseases which are linked with specific work activities.
The duty is on the employer to make a report only if: A written diagnosis of one of these diseases has been identified and reported by a doctor. The employee’s current job involves a specified work activity.
Therefore any employee who suspects they are suffering from any diseases which are work-related should speak to a doctor.
For those employees who wish to consult their own doctor, written statements of diagnosis should be passed to the appropriate Line Manager in order to ensure that the illness may be fully investigated and any necessary reports made.
Part B: HSE STANDARDS
Introduction
General
This specification sets out specific Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) rules, standards, and requirements for Contracted Project performed in country specified in the contracted and applies to any part of the project involving transit.
The rules represent the minimum requirements for the Employer and Contractor staff to ensure that safety is an integral part of each task performed.
The specification covers detailed HSE and security issues that in the past have found to be essential to manage effectively in reducing the hazards and risks associated with the execution of project works.
The issues addressed are discussed as a series of specific requirements placed on the Employer, the Contractor, subcontractors and other third parties within the overall project goals of “No accidents, No harm to personnel and No damage to Property or the Environment.
HSE Performance Standards
the Contract period:
Zero fatalities
Zero days away from work cases
Zero medical treatment cases
Zero vehicle accidents
Compliance with the HSE plans at contract and project level
No disturbances of rare species
No land take beyond the safe minimum necessary for operations
No risk to, or interference with, local residents and enterprises
No nuisance due to noise or dust
No pollution of land, air, or water
Use of fuel and energy as efficiently as current technology allows
Transportation and Vehicle Management
Journey Management Plan
The Contractor along with the Employer’s requirements or advice shall develop a Journey Management Plan for all journeys involved in the Project.
All vehicle movements shall be subject to the Journey Management Plan and Procedures including vehicle inspection, driving at night restrictions and the submission of an actual plan for authorisation.
Night Driving Restrictions
Driving during the hours of darkness is not permitted except in the following circumstances
In response to an emergency
For urgent operational purposes, with prior approval of Contractor senior management or Employer
When over the road highway restrictions permit.
Driver Qualifications
The driver of vehicles shall be properly qualified and licensed for the vehicle in which they are operating. Operator must have a minimum of two (2) years experience on the equipment / vehicle.
The drivers shall adhere and concur with the following SAFE DRIVER’S CODE: (These essential behaviours are expected of all drivers of vehicles)
Move only after everyone’s seatbelt is fastened
Rest half an hour after 3 hours drive and 12 hours after 10 hours driving
Complete pre-use vehicle checks and keep vehicle clean
Go according to the pre-plan for the journey set by the home office/senior management
Before beginning any trip, you must be fit, alert and have the following documents in your vehicle : your driving license,
Headlights on at dawn and dusk: at least 30 minutes before sunset (dusk) and 30 minutes after sunrise (dawn). Use horn to warn, not annoy.
Keep your radio/telephone calls to minimum and never initiate when driving
Follow the law 100% (fines are at the expense of the driver)
Drive at a maximum speed of 10 % below the enforced speed limit.
Respect passengers and all road users including pedestrians and animals.
Report all collisions and faults promptly and specify all details for investigation
Hand held cell phones and radios are not to be in use by driver whilst driving
Vehicle Equipment
Tyres in good conditions (75% of tread available)
Two fully serviceable spare tires suitable for the conditions, including snow chains if appropriate
Vehicles will have all necessary equipment needed to secure cargo during transport; i.e. cargo screen or tie down system
Dry powder fir extinguisher
First aid kit with burn blanket
Flash light (hand held with spare batteries)
Jacking equipment
Reflective jacket for driver
Maintenance tool kit
Tire Pressure gauge
Tire Pump (manual)
Towing strap (5m minimum)
Warning triangles (2)
Shovel
Vehicle documents:
Driver’s license and permit
vehicle technical Passport
Insurance Certificate
Company Authorisation Letter
Mechanical Warranty
Journey Management Plan
Road Maps
Service Record
Emergency Response
Radio, mobile phone, or Inmarsat
Heavy Equipment
The Contractor shall provide necessary equipment according to the contract in good condition, suitable for safe operation during the needs of the Project. All safety features shall be operating as fitted by the manufacturers, rollover protection shall be provided, reversing alarms and seat belts fitted during operating.
Road Signs
Drivers shall adhere to all road signs. Any fines occurred for disobedience of local traffic signs and signals are at the expense of the driver.
Personal Protective Equipment
General Protective Clothing
Protective clothing shall be made available for protection against chemical or hazardous substances and also high visibility vests shall be worn to alert approaching traffic while working along side the road outside the vehicle.
Eye Protection
Eye Protection shall be used when handling chemicals, working on batteries or equipment that involves machining, chipping, grinding and cutting.
Head Protection
The main type of head protection is safety helmets which protect from falling objects. Head protection will be worn when working in and around equipment and lifting operations are in motion.
Also head protection must be worn by all operators or management that enter a project site area and must conform to the regulations set by the safety officer for that site.
Ear Protection
Must be worn in specified areas or when working with loud machinery and equipment. Ear protection may be required and signs posted by the safety officer in designated areas on the project site or when operating equipment en route to the site.
Foot Protection
It may be required during operations dealing with heavy material or equipment when there may be a risk of falling objects, working in cold or wet conditions.
Hand Protection
Hand Protection can protect against cuts, abrasions, extreme temperature, impacts with objects, contact with hazardous chemicals.
Gloves will be worn during strapping operations or handling of materials and equipment. Special protective gloves shall be made available when handling chemicals.
Fire Prevention
This section provides the guidelines, instructions and requirements pertinent to fire hazard control.
All personnel are responsible for compliance with the fire prevention requirements in his respective areas and in operations by personnel under his supervision.
All personnel shall be trained on the use of fire extinguishers
Objectives
The fire prevention program is based on 5 objectives:
Prevention of fires
Early Detection
Control of fire speed
Prompt Extinguishment
Plan for prompt and orderly evacuation of personnel
Prevention of Fires
Regular clean-up of debris
Regular thorough inspections of the work areas and equipment/vehicles to detect and eliminate fire hazards or the potential sources of fire
Safe storage, handling and use of combustible materials
Detect Fires Early
All personnel must be constantly alert in detecting fires
Control of fire speed
Contractor shall provide enough fire extinguishers in its work areas and vehicles of the correct type and size
Fire extinguishers must be easily accessible
All fire equipment shall be regularly inspected
Extinguish the fire
The extinguishment of fire often involves critical matters of judgment, which are best exercised by trained fire fighting personnel.
However, it may be necessary to control the fire until trained fire fighting personnel can decide on the correct method of extinguishment.
Fire Reporting
The person discovering a fire shall alert all personnel in the immediate vicinity and shall immediately thereafter follow the published instructions by reporting to the immediate supervisor also.
The emergency telephone number for reporting fires shall be prominently displayed.
Supervision of Fires
When fire occurs, the nearest supervisor shall be responsible for all immediate fire suppression or control work until relieved by appointed, authorised personnel.
Fire Extinguishers
All personnel shall know the location of fire extinguishers
Tags shall be used to indicate condition and date of inspection of fire extinguishers
Damaged, malfunctioning or empty fire extinguishers shall be repaired or refilled in a timely manner.
The location of temporarily mounted fire extinguishers shall be clearly marked and free access maintained. They shall not be transferred from established locations or vehicles.
Health, First Aid and Medical Treatment
The Contractor shall ensure, through auditable means, that all personnel including subcontractors, employed on the project are assessed and passed as medically for fitness to work, and periodically re-assessed.
No one suffering from a transmittable disease shall be allowed to work on the project. Employees using medication, which could influence their performance, shall report this to their supervisor or Safety Officer.
Health hazards to be discussed during safety or HSE meetings with the Employer company.
Basic first aid shall be available at all times.
The Employer through its on-site facilities shall provide medical attention to any contracted personnel. Medical treatment needed while en route shall be provided on a case by case evaluated basis by providing immediate first aid of notifying the nearest medical facility.
Security
The Employer, Contractor, and subcontractors shall ensure that personnel involved on the Project adhere to the security requirements detailed in this section. Minimum security measures have been identified to adequately protect the assets of all involved en route to and from the Project site. For clarification, assets are broadly defined as people, property and operations.
All security procedures developed by either party shall be in accordance with, but shall not necessarily be limited to, those requirements of this section.
Security of Facilities, Equipment and Supplies
For the duration of the contract works, the Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of their personnel, living quarters, infrastructure support, access routes, material, equipment, vehicles and supplies.
The Contractor shall also be responsible for the supply or all security personnel including guards and that they come from a properly represented security company or are properly trained.
Personnel Security
Personnel security shall be the priority for the Contractors security strategy. Each of the following shall be considered to ensure a comprehensive approach to the particular hazards to personnel during the WORK.
Payroll
Hiring of Local Personnel
Interaction of Contractor Personnel with Local Community
Protection of Living Areas (while travelling or at a camp)
Daily Movement of Personnel to various destinations
In addition, the Contractor shall consider the following:
Route Planning including alternate routes to avoid patterns
Security Escorts
Security of Vehicles
Anti-Ambush procedures
Communications for personnel en-route
Location, marking, and clearance of booby-traps/landmines
Kidnap prevention procedures
Procedures for rotation of Personnel
Route planning including alternate routes
Security of aircraft
Security of public transportation
Security of Employer and Contractor vehicles
Arrival and Departure handling
Drug and alcohol testing
Procedures to prevent carriage of contraband
Transportation Security
The construction phase is often at greater security vulnerability than other parts of the project, particularly materials in transit. Each of the following factors must be considered to ensure a comprehensive approach to transportation security:
Maritime Assets
Aircraft and Associated Facilities
Access Routes – Prevention of Sabotage
Vehicles
Stockpiling and Field Storage
Field Storage sites may be particularly vulnerable near population centres. However, remoteness is no guarantee of security. The following factors should be considered:
Prevention of theft of material
Prevention of damage to material
Fraudulent substitution of material
Miscellaneous Considerations
Develop Security Procedures for:
Sourcing / Selecting qualified personnel
Entering sacred sites
Crossing cultivated land, recognizing possible compensation issues
Bomb Threats and subsequent searching procedures
Fire Fighting
Protecting emergency response crews at environmental incidents such as fluid spills, and stream and river crossing damage
Protecting clean-up crews
Storage and movement of:
Explosives
Radioactive material
Critical items
Specialty equipment and supplies
Attractive items such as hand tools
Work Sites / Areas
The Contractor shall:
Maintain control of the work site/area, all personnel on the work site and al equipment on the work site/area
Keep work places as clean and tidy as is reasonably practicable
Upon completion of the work, promptly clear away and remove from the area al surplus materials and equipment and reinstate area as close to its original status
Provide continuous adequate protection at the work site/area
Take responsibility for the safety of its personnel
Comply with HSE management system and rules and also enforce other personnel
Ensure all equipment in use is identified and certified to Contractor or International Standards as necessary and is operated in accordance with safe systems of work
Provide rest and welfare facilities at work locations (where applicable)
Allow the Employer access to conduct safety investigations and attend any safety meetings
Working Off Site
Contractor employees and Contractors working on other premises should be aware of the working environment and hazards around them and be prepared to take any necessary steps to avoid exposing themselves to danger and safety hazards.
This responsibility also covers the situations where Contractor employees are not specifically working on another’s site but are our of doors in field situations
Responsibilities of Contractor Management
Contractor management has the responsibility to ensure safe working conditions for their employees and sub contractors. Therefore they shall ensure that, where employees work on or off site, they receive the appropriate level of supervision or training
Contractor employees and sub contractors shall be fully informed of foreseeable hazards and fully instructed as to the appropriate courses of action.
Before sending employees or sub contractors to work off site, Contractor management shall establish that the working conditions which they may encounter are of acceptable standard and ensure that no one is exposed to Hazardous conditions.
Any other company shall be fully informed of the proposed work to be carried out and be made aware of any foreseeable hazards associated with that work.
Responsibilities of Contractor Employees
Contractor employees shall take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of others. Whilst on other premises or private or public land, Contractor employees and subcontractor shall therefore work in a safe and competent manner, ensuring that they have regard for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their work.
General Rules
Contractors are responsible for the conduct of their employees on the property.
The following acts are of such serious nature as to warrant immediate and permanent banning of an individual who commits such act on the property or during the transit works:
Carrying weapons
Stealing or Malicious mischief
Obtaining material, tools or equipment on fraudulent orders or by misrepresentation
Falsification of records
Fighting (aggressor or defender) or attempting bodily harm to another
Being in a partially or completely intoxicated state, or dealing, introducing, possessing, or using intoxicating liquor or narcotics on jobs sites, ports, vehicles, and equipment
Smoking in restricted areas (outside of the designated smoking areas)
Speeding
The following irregularities are also considered serious and will result in immediate and permanent banning of an individual who commits them on the property or during the works, unless mitigating circumstances justify less drastic action:
Sleeping or dozing on the job
Violation of any criminal law
Gambling
Harbouring a disease, which may endanger a fellow worker
Negligence of duty in case or use of the property or endangering the life of another while in site area
Horseplay or violation of a safety rule
Borrowing or lending employee identification equipment
Intimidation or coercion of others
Repetition or accumulation of less serious irregularities
Note: Prepared at main office in Istanbul, Turkey
Amendments will be properly documented and noted as such
