SITE SPECIFIC SAFETY PLAN

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This site safety plan has been developed by EDI to ensure the health and safety of all personnel on the job. The requirements set forth will be enforced on all employees and non-employees who are present in EDI designated work areas. All EDI subcontractors are subject to this plan unless another more stringent plan exists. In such case the plan will be provided to EDI and submitted to the client POC identified below. For more information contact the appropriate individuals listed in this plan.
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Roles and Responsabilities

project manager

Project Manager
Safety Planning: Be familiar with all site safety policies and work with site safety officer to monitor for and address hazards, existing and potential. In regards to safety performance the Project Manager will lead by example and set a standard of excellence.
Enforcement: Ensure all observations and concerns are addressed and support enforcement actions through the chain of command.
Staffing: Ensure sufficient man power is assigned to the project and give final authorization for all new hires and dismissals from this project. Work with SSO to ensure all site employees have received necessary site orientation and training.
Planning: Provide work plans and instructions for execution including prevention and precautionary measures. Manage safety, scope, budget, schedule, and quality of work requirements.
Equipment and material: Work with EDI Warehouse staff to select and procure equipment and materials; review changes in operational hazards affected by new equipment and material.
Communication: Oversee communications and act as primary point of contact for client communications be apprised of any new developments which may effect the safe and successful completion of the project.
Dispute and conflict resolution: Act as final authority for internal disputes and conflict on this site and ensures administration of the EDI disciplinary action program. Act as primary EDI representative for addressing conflict and bringing closure to any dispute between internal and/or external parties.
Documentation: Will ensure that all project documents concerning this project are completed and retained for required duration. PM will work with SSO to ensure all safety specific documents are maintained including but is not limited to medical records, work permits, monitoring and sampling results, inspection results, injury/illness logs, and this site specific safety plan.
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Site Supervisor

Site Supervisor
Orientation: Site supervisor will work with SSO to ensure employees are instructed on general and site specific safety requirements, site specific hazards and prevention requirements, and individual responsibilities of EDI employees.
Enforcement: Responsible for implementation and enforcement of site safety requirements. Any enforcement action such as probation, suspension, or termination, will be administered following the procedures outlined in the 'corrective action' section of this plan.
Hazard ID and control: Supervisor will monitor and assess for health and safety hazards. Supervisor will work with SSO to select and communicate safety controls to all employees. Findings and corrections will be documented by the supervisor on the project daily JHA and Daily Field Report.
Incident and emergency response: Supervisor will work with SSO to ensure all personnel on site are aware of and trained in emergency response actions such as muster point, notifying emergency responders, conducting preliminary incident investigation, etc. Specific requirements are outlined in the 'Emergency Response' section of this plan.
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Site Safety Officer

Site Safety Officer
Orientation: Site supervisor will work with SSO to ensure employees are instructed on general and site specific safety requirements, site specific hazards and prevention requirements, and individual responsibilities of EDI employees.
Inspection: Monitor site conditions and consult with Site Supervisor and PM to identify and control hazards. SSO will conduct a weekly inspection of the work site, provide PM and Supervisor with results, and maintain inspection reports in the project file.
Enforcement: Report program deficiencies or violations of safety rules to the site supervisor and PM and make recommendations for corrective actions.
Documentation: Ensure all safety related documents are current and accurate including but not limited to worker certifications, SDS and HazCom elements, posting of monitoring results, completion of site audits, posting of emergency contacts and response plans, safe work permits, and this written plan.
Exposure Monitoring: Ensure personal monitoring for exposure to asbestos, silica, lead, mold, or other health hazards is conducted and processed in accordance with specified standard/method.
Response Actions: Ensure proper execution of incident and emergency response actions including but not limited to evacuation of work areas, preservation of the scene, prevention of additional occurrence, incident investigation and reporting, implementing preventative change, documentation preservation..
Incident Response:
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Communication

General

Chain of Command

Communication between all parties is encouraged to support unity of purpose and rapid response to changes in the field. However, to ensure accuracy and awareness, all formal communications including but not limited to incident reports, safe work plans, and changes in safety requirements, must be submitted through the site communication chain of command.

Incident and Near Miss Reporting

All accidents/incidents, near misses, and observations must be reported and addressed immediately. Response and reporting actions must be executed in an appropriate manner, and changes/corrections made will be documented in the Project Daily Field Report.
First report of injury or incident must be made to the employees direct supervisor, and will be communicated through the chain of command. Upon first report of injury the Site Supervisor will provide injured worker with the designated provider letter, review protocol for managing injuries, and consult with the SSO to determine follow up care.
Any injury which results in modified duty or lost days will trigger the EDI Return to Work program. Efforts will be made to ensure employee is provided with opportunity to continue working under modified duty, and company will take all actions necessary to ensure employee returns to full duty as quickly as possible.
All developments regarding incident investigations, corrective actions, RTW, and regulator/oversight will be communicated through the chain of command.
For all loss related incidents a final report will be generated and submitted when the case closes. Reports will include details of the incident, corrective actions to prevent recurrence, all written statements, root cause analysis, and any corrective actions taken as a result of the incident.

Meetings

EDI will hold the following meetings for the duration of this project:
- All Hands Safety Meetings
- Toolbox talks
- Management Review

All Hands Safety Meeting

All hands safety meetings include all site management, employees, and sub-contractors. These meetings address broad topics which are applicable to the project, bring attention to new or neglected hazards, ensure workers fully understand any new or existing site safety requirements, and encourage participation from all employees. All Hands Meetings are held weekly, or, immediately following significant incidents and major changes to work operations. All hands safety meetings are documented on the Project Daily Field Report.

Toolbox Talks

Toolbox Talks are informal safety meetings that focus on safety topics related specific jobs, tasks, and hazards relating to the work being conducted by a specific work crew. Meetings are short in duration and conducted daily prior to the commencement of work. These meetings review JHA, refresh workers' knowledge, cover last minute safety checks, and exchange information between experienced and inexperienced workers. These meetings are recorded on the daily pre-job safety instruction form for each work area.

Management Review Meetings

Management review meetings review all current safety policies applied to the job-site to identify deficiencies in the program and opportunities for improvement by assessing the statistical safety performance of the project, reviewing implementation of current policy, and reviewing the general project performance and projections (scope, budget, and schedule). The meeting will be held monthly with the site PM, SSO, Site Supervisor, EDI Safety Director, and other site management personnel as needed. EDI Safety director will generate a summary report which will be saved in the project documents vault.
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Training

Training Requirements

Training Requirements
- Fall Protection
- Scaffold
- Electrical safety/ LOTO
- Hotwork
- Asbestos Management
- Lead Management
- Silica Management
- Noise Exposure
- Aerial Lift
- Heavy Equipment
- Trenching and Shoring
- Confined Space
- Fork Lift and Industrial Truck
- Abrasive Blasting
- Ladder Safety

Fall protection training

Fall protection - All Users
Fall protection - Competent Person: At least one person shall be designated per work area as the competent person responsible for monitoring compliance and effectiveness of fall protection equipment and training. CP must be able to identify and correct fall hazards and deficiencies relating to PFA systems, guard rails, warning lines, etc.
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Scaffold training requirements

Scaffold - User: all employees working on or using scaffold
Scaffold - Competent person/inspector: At least 1 person on site when scaffold is in use (does NOT qualify as substitute for erector training)
Scaffold - Erector: All employees responsible for erecting and dismantling scaffold
Fall Protection - User: for all employees using PFA while working on scaffold
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Electrical hazard training requirements

Electrical hazard awareness: All employees working on or near energized equipment.
LOTO awareness: all employees present where LOTO is in place
LOTO - Competent Person: Assigned party while LOTO is in place; must be on site personnel
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Hot-work training requirements

Hot-work Safety: All employees exposed to Hot-work hazards
Fire Watch: At least one person for each active work area. Fire watch responsible for no more than 3 cutters at a time.
Competent Person: At least one person qualified as competent person for special equipment (O2/acetylene or Plasma Cutter)
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Asbestos training

2 hour awareness for any employee NOT actively removing asbestos, but potential for contact and unintentional disturbance (O&M).
AHERA - Worker: All employees conducting asbestos abatement, or, entering abatement work areas
AHERA - Supervisor: At least one for each active containment. Site supervisor must have this cert regardless of current number of containment or operations.
Colorado State Asbestos License: Worker and Supervisor license required for projects meeting requirements set forth in Colorado Regulation Number 8 part B.
Respirator User: All employees who wear a respirator during the course of their work.
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Lead Training requirements

Lead awareness: All employees engaged in or near operations disturbing lead containing materials
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Silica training requirements

Silica Awareness: All employees who may be exposed to silica or will be disturbing silica in the course of their work.
Respiratory protection: All employees wearing respirator of any kind
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Aerial lift training requirements

Aerial lift operator: all employees who will operate or ride in any aerial lift equipment. Must be equipment specific if equipment is capable of extending more than 75 ft.
Fall Protection - User: All employees working from Aerial lifts
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Equipment Specific Operator Certification required for any person operating heavy equipment.

Rolling stock/heavy equipment training requirements

Rigger training: Any person engaged in connecting/disconneting loads from crane or mechanical lift equipment
Signal person/flagger: At least one present anytime large equipment such as cranes and excavators are in use on site
Struck by/ caught in or between awareness: All employees working near active equipment and hazardous rolling stock.
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Excavation and trenching training requirements

Trenching and shoring hazard awareness: Any person entering or tending to employees who are in a trench or excavation.
Trenching and shoring competent person: At least one person on site when working at depths of 5 ft. or greater (Note: does not substitute for protective systems training)
Excavation protective systems: Any employee responsible for installation of trench-box, shoring, shielding, benching, or sloping.
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Confined space training

Permit required confined space: All employees entering,, monitoring, or assigned rescue duties in confined space
Permit required confined space?
Attendant: 1 person trained and assigned to monitor confined space during entry
Confined space rescue: All members of rescue team who will be on site during entry
Gas meter operation and maintenance: Designated person who will manage gas meter during entrance
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Fork lift/industrial truck training requirements

Operator Training: Any person operating select equipment. Must be applicable to equipment to be used.
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Sound hazard training requirements

Sound Hazard Awareness: Any employee who may be exposed in excess of 85db as an 8 hour TWA during the course of work.
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Abrasive blasting training requirements

Compentent Person: 1 per active work area
Respiratory protection: Any employee wearing a respirator during the course of their work.
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Medical Surveilance

Anticipated Hazards:
- Asbestos
- Lead
- Mold
- Silica
- Hexavalent Chromium
- Radiation
- CO2
- Atmospheric hazards
- Other
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Medical records

EDI will maintain employee medical and monitoring records in the project document vault including but not limited to physical exam results, blood analysis results, respirator fit testing, x-rays, et.al.
Records will be submitted to client/appropriate parties, and employee/employee representative upon request. Monitoring and medical evaluation confirmation for all employees on site will be submitted to client at the conclusion of the project.
Records will be available to supervisors and oversight at all times through the duration of the project.
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Monitoring

Personal Monitoring

For all health hazards such as lead, mold, asbestos, and other environmental contaminates, EDI will conduct personal monitor.
Personal monitoring will be conducted for lead, asbestos, and mold, any time these materials are disturbed or might be disturbed during the course of work.
Personal monitoring for all other materials will be done at the frequency specified in applicable regulation and guidance documents (see OSHA 3162-01R 2014 for specific contaminates).
Personal samples will be submitted to an accredited lab/analyst with the required certifications.
EDI will ensure that all samples are collected, analyzed, documented, and distributed within a 10 day cycle.
All personal monitoring results will be posted in the EDI site office and saved to the Project Document Vault
Name of certified firm/hygienist
Contact phone for site hygienist
Full time on site?
Asbestos samples will be read on site?
Address of lab
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Area monitoring

For friable asbestos, gas powered equipment, mixed gases, and various other hazards, work areas require monitoring to ensure employees and the environment are protected from exposure.
All sample based monitoring will be conducted by individual trained in the use of sampling equipment, and who has the authority to stop work and make changes based on exposure results.
All area monitoring will be conducted in accordance with applicable regulation.
Any atmospheric monitoring will be overseen by a person trained in the use and maintenance of the monitoring device (e.g. 5 gas meter).
All area monitoring results will be posted in the EDI site office and saved to the Project Document Vault
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For additional requirements reference EDI Medical Surveillance Program

Site Management

Applicable safety programs:
- Fall Protection
- Scaffold
- Electrical safety/ LOTO
- Hotwork
- Asbestos Management
- Lead Management
- Silica Management
- Noise Exposure
- Aerial Lift
- Heavy Equipment
- Trenching and Shoring
- Confined Space
- Fork Lift and Industrial Truck
- Abrasive Blasting
- Ladder Safety

Fall protection requirements

This project will require workers to conduct activities which will expose them to fall hazards. EDI shall provide fall protection for all workers exposed to fall hazard equal to or greater than the trigger height.
Fall protection will include guardrails and/or PFA’s meeting all regulatory standards.
All fall protection equipment will be inspected prior to each use.
Guardrails will be built using appropriate materials, at the established height and strength per regulation.
PFA components will be selected by site supervisor and appropriate for the task.
All anchorage points will be approved by a site competent person before being used.
Where PFA’s are in use 100% tie off will be enforced.
Equipment will be stored in dry and secure locations when not in use.
For detailed fall protection management guidelines reference EDI written Fall Protection Program.
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Scaffold requirements

This project will require workers to conduct activities on scaffold. EDI shall administer the following controls where scaffold is in use.
All scaffold will be capable of supporting without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load.
Worker and equipment not assigned to the task will be restricted from accessing or being stored on the scaffold.
Scaffold will only be erected by qualified scaffold erectors.
All scaffold will be inspected by scaffold CP prior to use each shift.
Scaffold inspections will be documented on scaffold tags attached to the scaffold.
If inspection finds defects or unacceptable hazards (including ice and snow) the scaffold will be ‘red tagged’ and not used until corrections have been made.
Waste materials will not be allowed to accumulate on scaffold platforms and will be transported to ground level or another permanent surface to prevent overloading scaffold.
Where scaffold exposes workers to falls of 10 feet or greater fall protection will be provided including guardrails and/or PFA’s meeting all regulatory standards and EDI Fall Protection Program.
Where PFA’s are in use 100% tie off will be enforced.
PFA components will be selected by site supervisor and appropriate for the task.
For detailed scaffold management guidelines reference EDI written Scaffold Management Program.
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Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO)

When feasible, all energized equipment will be locked-out and tagged-out (LOTO) prior to working in areas exposed to electrical hazards.
When utilizing LOTO procedures EDI will follow managing contractors written program. In the absence of such program EDI will administer LOTO following the EDI written protocol.
When LOTO is implemented EDI will ensure that all employees have been trained in and understand the requirements of the program and how they will be applied to the work site.
See EDI Lock-out Tag-out written program for addition requirements.

Electrical Safety

EDI will use only construction grade flexible cords on this project.
In accordance with EDI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter program, GFCI will be used on all electric tools and equipment used.
All electrical devices will be inspected prior to each use for damage.
All damaged or defective equipment will be taken out of service and returned to the EDI warehouse for repairs.
Only qualified personnel may conduct maintenance, repair, and modification to any electrical equipment. This includes installation of SO on source panel, changing ends on cords, replacing cords on tools, and other such tasks.
Temporary wiring will be hung using non-conductive means such as tape, and will never be run through windows, open holes, or over sharp edges.
See EDI Electrical Safety Program for additional requirements.
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General hot-work requirements

Any employee who will be exposed to sparks, heat, flame, or electric shock resulting from hot-work activities will be trained in the requirements of this plan.
Before hot-work activities are conducted the site supervisor will assess the affected materials for coatings, composition, and other factors that become hazardous through the course of work.
When working with/near charged electrical equipment EDI will implement LOTO procedures prior to beginning work.
When equipment is powered by electricity employees will ensure that all wiring and electrical components are in working condition, are positioned so they will not be impacted by the work, and will be hung off the ground to prevent wear and potential resting in pooled liquids.
Where hot-work activities are conducted the immediate work area, as well as areas adjacent to the operation, a 'safe-work zone' will be established and demarcated using danger tape or equivalent means and signage.
When cutting stainless steal, paint/coatings, or other materials which create a hazard when cut with plasma or mixed gas, EDI will institute engineering controls including barriers, containment, and point source ventilation controls to prevent worker exposure or environmental release.

Grinding

All grinders will be equipped with guards and shrouds.
Tools will be inspected before each use and taken out of service if any deficiencies are found.
If grinder creates sparks and there is a risk of fire in the work area, a fire watch will be assigned and will remain present 30 minutes after the conclussion of the hot-work.

Plasma cutting

Equipment will be disconnected when changing electrodes; when changing electrodes employees will wear proper hand protection and not change electrodes while standing on wet or grounded surfaces.
All plasma cutting equipment will be inspected before each use for defects, and, will be taken out of service when any are found.
All compressed air lines will be equipped with proper cables or other acceptable means for protection in the event that a connection fails.
If power source is more than 20 feet from the unit all electrical and air lines will be suspended to prevent wear and tear and out of any pooled liquids.
Only trained cutters may use plasma cutting equipment. Support staff must have fire prevention training as well.

Gas cutting and welding

Fire watch will be assigned and present for the duration of any hot-work activities where mixed gasses are in use.
Fire watch will remain in the area where hotwork was conducted for 30 minutes after work is conducted.
Gas cylinders will be kept in an upright position, and fixed to a permanent structure or held in a fuel cart with proper shielding plate installed between cylinders.
All torches and associated equipment will be inspected prior to use and will be taken out of service if any deficiencies are found.
Fuel cylinders will be stored in doors when not in use. Unless stored on a fuel cart with shielding, cylinders will be stored at least 20 feet from other gasses or sources of ignition, secured in an upright position, and caps in place when not in service.
All activities using mixed gases will be coordinated with site management to ensure no access to unauthorized personnel. Hot-work permits will be used to document such coordination.
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For detailed hot-work management guidelines reference EDI hot-work, Cutting, and Welding Program.

Asbestos management requirements

Any time asbestos containing material (ACM) is to be disturbed EDI will provide notice to client/GC and all other contractors of the activities to be conducted.
Regulated areas for ACM removal and disturbance will be restricted with signage including the words 'Asbestos hazard, may cause cancer, authorized personnel only'.
Personal air monitoring will be conducted for where ACM will be disturbed. Results of such monitoring will be posted in the site office and will be stored in the project document vault.
When working on friable ACM or when activities will render ACM friable, engineering controls will be used as specified by regulation. Controls may include but are not limited to installation of critical barriers, establish containment under negative pressure, utilization of wet methods and amended water, and air filtration through HEPA filters.
All ACM waste will be properly labeled and disposed of in accordance with applicable law.
For additional requirements reference EDI Asbestos Management Program.
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Lead management requirements

Any time lead or lead based material is to be removed or disturbed EDI will provide notice to client/GC and all other contractors of the activities to be conducted prior to commencing work.
Regulated areas for lead removal and disturbance will be restricted with signage including the words 'Lead hazard, authorized personnel only'.
When conducting activities where lead may become air born (e.g. grinding or dry removal), engineering controls will be used to constrain contaminants within the work area. Such controls include but are not limited to installation of critical barriers, establish containment under negative pressure, utilization of wet methods and amended water, and air filtration through HEPA filters.
All lead waste will be properly labeled and disposed of in accordance with applicable law. TCLP results will be made available for each load of waste containing material being removed, and will be stored in the project document vault. Results of analysis will determine designation of waste as hazardous or non-hazardous.
Personal air monitoring will be conducted where lead will be disturbed. Results of such monitoring will be posted in the site office and will be stored in the project document vault.
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For additional information reference EDI Lead Awareness Program.

Silica exposure requirements

Any time Silica based material is to be disturbed EDI will provide notice to client/GC and all other contractors of the activities to be conducted.
When working activites may create significant exposure to silica (e.g. cutting, grinding, etc), engineering controls will be used as specified in table I of the OSHA silica standard. To prevent exposure to external personnel additional controls may be used including but not limited to installation of critical barriers, establish containment under negative pressure, utilization of wet methods and amended water, and air filtration through HEPA filters.
Regulated areas for Silica removal and disturbance will be restricted with signage including the words 'Silica hazard, may cause cancer, authorized personnel only'.
Personal air monitoring will be conducted for silica exposure when activities are not listed in table 1, or, controls listed in table 1 are infeasible and alternate control methods are used. Results of such monitoring will be posted in the site office and will be stored in the project document vault.
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For additional information reference EDI Silica Awareness Program.

Noise exposure requirements

Wherever employees may be exposed to hazardous noise levels of 85 db or greater expressed as an 8 hour time weighted average EDI shall make efforts to reduce sound levels below these levels. If elimination is infeasible administrative controls will be used (e.g. worker rotation). PPE is considered a last result to protect workers from noise exposure.
Where Engineering controls are not practical or sufficient to protect employees, hearhing protection will be provided.
Regardless of the presence of engineering controls, sound protection will be provided and required in any work area where noise levels are expected to exceeded the PEL of 90 db.
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For additional information reference EDI Hearing and Noise Protection Safety Program.

Aerial lift safety requirements

Operators manual for aerial lifts will be located in the EDI site office and will be specific to the equipment on site.
Only certified operators shall be permitted to operate aerial lifts.
Equipment will be inspected before each shift, or after any incident which may have affected the integrity of equipment. If any defects are identified the equipment will not be used until corrections have been made.
All areas where aerial lifts are used will be demarcated to ensure no person is exposed to a falling object hazard during the course of work. Care will be taken to ensure there pathways through and around the work area are easily identified and accessible.
Equipment will only be used on stable and level surfaces. Equipment will not be moved while platform is elevated.
Where equipment is used within 15 feet of suspended power lines or charged electrical equipment, EDI will execute LOTO procedures, and take any additional actions to prevent worker exposure to electric shock.
All employees must wear PFA any time they enter a man basket, regardless of the height of work. While man basket is in operation 100% tie off will be implemented.
Aerial lifts will not be used as a crane or to move materials between levels. Only the materials and equipment required for the assigned tasks are permitted inside the basket with the workers.
Aerial lifts shall not be used where adverse weather such as wind, rain or snow, affect the safety of the equipment or the driving surface.
Equipment will be refueled/charged in a specified area. This place shall be free from exposure to weather, outside of any active work area, well ventilated, free from combustible hazards, and equipped with proper grounding and fire prevention/response equipment.
For additional requirements regarding the use of Aerial Lift platforms consult EDI Aerial Lift Safety Program.
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Rolling stock and heavy equipment safety requirements

Operators manual for any rolling stock including excavators, track loaders, bronco floor scrapers, etc. will be located in the EDI site office and will be specific to the equipment on site.
Only certified operators shall be permitted to operate equipment. Where significant struck by hazards are present due to the size of equipment, configuration of work area, or other variables, a trained signal person shall be present when equipment is in use.
Equipment will be inspected prior to each shift, or after any incident which may have affected the integrity of equipment. If any defects are identified the equipment will not be used until corrections have been made. Record of inspection shall be maintained in project documents vault.
All areas where machinery is in use shall be demarcated and restricted to ensure no unauthorized access to the work area during operation. Care will be taken to ensure pathways through and around the work area are easily identified and accessible.
When lifting loads, suspending workers, or otherwise exposing equipment to lateral forces, working surfaces will be made stable and level before conducting work. Equipment will not be moved while lifts are in progress.
Where equipment is used within 15 feet of suspended power lines or charged electrical equipment, EDI will execute LOTO procedures, and take any additional actions to prevent worker exposure to electric shock.
All cabs will be equipped with roll cage and safety belt, or will not be used.
Care shall be taken in advance to ensure a proper work plan is in place. Equipment must only be used in a manner consistent with the design of the equipment, and not be 'rigged' to accomplish tasks outside of intended purpose of the equipment.
Care shall be taken to make work areas safe where adverse weather such as wind, rain or snow, affect the safety of the equipment or the driving surface. This may include but is not limited to shoveling snow, clearing out mud and loose debris, and monitoring wind speed . Equipment subject to tip hazards shall not be used where wind forces of 25 mph or more are present.
Equipment will be refueled/charged in a specified area. This place shall be free from exposure to weather, outside of any active work area, well ventilated, free from combustible hazards, and equipped with proper grounding and fire prevention/response equipment.
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Excavation and trenching safety requirements

When conducting work that requires employees to excavate or work below grade EDI shall conduct JHA for the specified tasks, ensure atmospheric testing is conducted as needed, and any additional actions are taken to protect workers from harm.
Before beginning any excavation work EDI shall identify and mark the location of any underground or overhead utility or facility component in the work area. This includes contacting utility company to mark municipally owned infrastructure.
When excavation is open all underground installations will be protected, supported, or removed as necesary to safeguard employees.
Daily inspections shall be conducted on all open trenches for potential sloughing, cave-in, water accumulation, and other hazards. Inspections will also be conducted after any inclement weather or occurrence which may impact the safety of workers.
When working in excavations with depths exceeding 5 feet, engineering controls will be used to protect workers from potential caught in hazards. Controls include but are not limited to shoring, shielding, benching, and sloping. When these controls are used they will be administered in accordance with all applicable regulation. When such systems are installed employees will exit the trench. Workers will remain within the boundary of protective equipment at all times and will exit the excavation when equipment is being moved or modified.
All equipment, materials, and spoil piles will be at least 2 feet from the edge of excavation. When loads are being moved of lifted, employees will exit the excavation unless assigned to tasks related to the activity. Workers will never be permitted to stand or work under suspended loads or under edges where materials are being moved.
When work is conducted which exposes employees to falling into excavations of 6 feet or greater fall protection systems will be used to protect employees from harm.
For additional requirements regarding working in or near excavations reference EDI Trenching, Shoring, and Excavation Safety Program.
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Ladder Safety

General

Use the appropriate ladder for the job; only use ladders made of non-conductive material
Only use aproved ladders which have the required markings and are rated to handle intended capacity
Conduct visual inspection of equipment prior to each use and after any occurrence which may affect the reliability of the equipment.
Red tag all defective equipment and remove from service imediately
Lock, or block open, all doors when working from ladders placed in doorways
When used to access upper landings all ladders must extend at least 36 inches above upper platform.
Ladders may only be used on stable surfaces; may not be supported by boxes, scaffold, or other make shift methods to provide additional reach.

Step ladders

Only climb steps on front of ladder; do not use or climb on supports on rear of ladder as steps
Spreaders must be able to fully open into a locked position; spreaders may not deflect more than 1 inch from original position.
Use only step ladders which are 20 feet or shorter in length
Do not climb or use top 2 steps to store tools/equipment

Extension Ladders

Ladders must maintain 4 to 1 height to base ration
Extension ladders which extend beyond 40 feet are prohibited
The top of extension ladders must be secured in place to prevent falling

Waste management

EDI will segregate waste streams (general waste, asbestos waste, recycling, garbage, etc.) using demarcated storage bins. Storage size will be selected based on estimated quantities of materials.
All waste will be transported by a firm licensed and authorized to transport the specified waste.
All waste will be disposed of in a landfill authorized to accept the specified waste.
any hazardous waste including asbestos, lead, mold, etc. will be removed from site as quickly as possible, but will never exceed storage duration specified by applicable regulations.
Waste transporter company name
Transporter phone number
Company Address
Landfill name
Landfill address
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For additional information reference EDI Waste Management Program.

Site power

Temporary or permanent facility power
Site power distribution managed by client, GC, or site electrician
For changes to power distribution system(addition power panels, moving panels, extending SO cord, replacing SO cord ends, etc.) EDI will make arrangements for the changes to be made.
At no time will any EDI employee be permitted to move or make changes to the power distribution system other than installing, moving, or removing temporary cords used for their assigned task.
EDI will inspect all lines for damage, misuse, and general wear and tear before beginning work in a new location. Only authorized personnel may make changes to any deficiencies found.
EDI will only use SO cord and power panels provided by the EDI warehouse to setup power systems.
Power systems will not extend more than 200 feet from the power source.
Only certified electricians will be permitted to tie temporary power into the source panel.
All temporary wiring will be suspended using non-conductive means, in a manner which removes any trip hazard, or risk to cutting the cord.
Supervisor will have visual confirmation that all power outlets are protected by both GFCI and circuit breakers. If GFCI is not part of facility system EDI will use GFCI with temporary wiring components.
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Water access and control

Water distribution will be managed by client, GC, or site contractor
For changes to water (additional hose, distribution manifold etc.) EDI will make arrangements for the changes to be made by authorized party.
At no time will any EDI employee be permitted to move or make changes to the water distribution system on this site except for installing, moving, and removing temporary lines required for their assigned task.
EDI will inspect all lines for damage, misuse, and general wear and tear prior to each shift, and before beginning work in a new location. Only authorized personnel may make changes to any deficiencies found.
EDI will use city water provided from nearest hydrant; hydrant will be equiped with city water meter to track and report usage.
All water lines will be run through a secure, centrally located path, and will be installed/suspended to prevent damage to the equipment.
All temporary water lines will consist of 2 inch fire hose with appropriate connections and manifolds, suspended using non-conductive means, in a manner which removes any trip hazard, or risk of damage to equipment.
EDI will inspect all lines for damage, misuse, and general wear and tear prior to each shift, and before beginning work in a new location. Only authorized personnel may make changes to any deficiencies found.
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Site Access

Badge required
Badging contact name
Badging contact phone number
Badging directions
Site access days
Site access hours
Access to the site may be permitted for visitors including deliveries, inspections, and management visits. Site orientation is required for any person who will be conducting work activities while on site.
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Corrective Action

EDI will administer oversight to ensure all safety and operational requirements are met on this site. Depending on the nature, seriousness, frequency, and intent of employee behaviors corrective and disciplinary actions may be taken may include but are not limited to written/verbal correction, probation, suspension, loss of title, decrease in pay, or termination of employment.
Regardless of the severity, all corrective and disciplinary actions will be documented and saved to employee files in the documents vault. These reports will be reviewed any time corrective actions are considered to determine trends and habits of specific employees. These findings are taken into consideration when administering any corrective action.
Employees will be provided to opportunity to make a statement and agree or disagree with supervisors statements and recommendations; such statement will be included in the corrective action report. These statements will be taken into consideration when determining corrective actions.
When disciplinary action is taken, employees on site will be made aware that the action was taken, with omissions of names, specific locations, or other information which would identify the employee in question. This is done to ensure that all employees are aware of enforcement actions and the importance of following prescribed procedures.
In the event that termination is corrective action employee will be notified and an exit meeting will be held to ensure mutual understanding of purpose and actions taken. Exit interview will be documented by PM and saved in project documents vault.
For additional information reference EDI Disciplinary policy and procedures.
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For additional information reference EDI Disciplinary Policy and Procedure, and, Accident prevention and loss control plan

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

General PPE requirements

All empl;oyees will be trained in the type, purpose, use, maintenance, and use-life of all PPE. Such training will include how to clean and maintain equipment, identifying defects, and where/how to request replacement.
PPE required at all times when on site
- Hard hat
- Safety glasses
- Reflective vest
- Steel toed boots
- Long sleeves
- Hearing protection
- NO HAZARDOUS CLOTHING (baggy pants, tank tops, nylon fabrics, jewelry/chains, etc.)
- Other
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Task Specific PPE

Task specific PPE
- Environmental/chemical hazard PPE
- Mixed gas/ plasma arc cutting PPE
- Working at height PPE
- Powder actuated tools PPE
- Material handling PPE

Environmental/Chemical Hazard PPE

Respirator selected based on exposure assessment
Protective clothing based on material
Rubber boots (inside containment)
Gloves appropriate for select material

Hotwork PPE

Leather/cut resistant gloves for all persons carrying cut materials
Welding mask or face shield with minimum shade rating of 7 for cutters and spotters.
Non-conductive chaps and footwear for cutters and employees responsible for servicing equipment and bottles.
Leather welding gloves or equivelent for all cutters

Working at heights PPE

PFA equipped with shock absorbing lanyard affixed to appropriate anchorage for all employees exposed to falls of 6 feet or greater.
Eye protection in conjunction with face shield
Impact resistant gloves
Hardhat
Cut resistant sleeves when moving glass or sharp materials such as sheet metal.
Impact and/or cut resistant gloves when moving bulky materials or working in tight space.
Steel toed boots
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For additional PPE requirements reference EDI PPE Safety Program

Hazard Communication

EDI updates and maintains a list of all chemicals and materials used in the course of work. Each material has a corresponding Safety Data Sheet (SDS) conforming to GHS standards. These documents are available to all site supervisors in the EDI cloud based server. When chemicals are to be used on site a hard copy of SDS will be made available to supervisor and crew conducting such tasks.
All containers used for long term storage of chemicals will have all required markings and labels. If labels have been damaged or rendered illegible they shall be replaced, product transferred into properly marked container, or SDS shall be affixed to the container.
Employees using single user containers such as spray bottles will ensure that the bottle has markings signifying the contents of the container. Bottle does not require additional hazard markings provided the following: Only a single worker will be using container, container remains in the direct control of the employee while in use, and container is emptied and rinsed at the end of each shift.
In the event of a chemical spill, the area will be immediately restricted and management will be notified. Actions will be taken to clean the spill and remove any residual chemical. Surface will then be cleaned and sanitized; depending on specific hazards additional actions may be required. Consult product SDS prior to use for specific spill response actions related to the product.
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For additional requirements reference EDI Hazard Communication plan

Incident Management

Supervisor will conduct preliminary investigation for any loss incident including injury and damage to equipment/facility. Report will be submitted to PM. PM will review and distribute report to client POC within 24 hours of incident.
SSO will ensure that any employee who may have sustained an injury is provided a copy of EDI's designated provider letter, has signed the letter, and will retain a copy of the signed document in the project document vault.
For all loss incidents that result in injured employee the Site Supervisor will complete the injury report form and submit to EDI Safety Director within 24 hours of the incident. Injured workers who are not able to return to full duty will be placed in EDI's Return to Work program to facilitate the return to full duty as soon as possible.
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For additional requirements reference EDI Incident Response and Reporting Program

Emergency Response

All work areas will have a minimum of 2 paths for egress. Crew leader/supervisor will inform crew of both routes, and, specify which route is the best option for evacuation to muster point.
Prior to working on elevated work surfaces, supervisor and crew will discuss and determine rescue actions and assign responsibility in the event of an injured or unconscious worker on the platform. This plan will be documented in the task JHA.
Site Supervisor and SSO will review muster location at the start of each shift. Each crew leader will direct assigned crew on path to muster point from their assigned work area.
Upon arrival at the muster point crew leaders and supervisors will conduct a head count for employees and report to site supervisor. If any worker is absent Site Supervisor will work with controlling contractor to have rescue personnel find the worker. No EDI employee shall re-enter the work area until clearance has been provided by controlling contractor.
EDI will administer first aid and CPR as needed. Only emergency response team or medical professional may take medical actions such as providing drugs, administering anesthetic, or placing stitches.
Following and emergency response involving EDI personnel, EDI will conduct a full incident investigation and review. All reports and findings will be submitted to controlling contractor following the protocol de3scribed in the incident management section.

Emergency response information

Emergency call number
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Address of nearest emergency facility:
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For additional requirements reference EDI emergency response plan.

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project manager

Site Supervisor

Site Safety Officer

General

Chain of Command

Incident and Near Miss Reporting

Meetings

All Hands Safety Meeting

Toolbox Talks

Management Review Meetings

Training Requirements

Fall protection training

Scaffold training requirements

Electrical hazard training requirements

Hot-work training requirements

Asbestos training

Lead Training requirements

Silica training requirements

Aerial lift training requirements

Rolling stock/heavy equipment training requirements

Excavation and trenching training requirements

Confined space training

Fork lift/industrial truck training requirements

Sound hazard training requirements

Abrasive blasting training requirements

Medical records

Monitoring

Personal Monitoring

Area monitoring

Fall protection requirements

Scaffold requirements

Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO)

Electrical Safety

General hot-work requirements

Grinding

Plasma cutting

Gas cutting and welding

Asbestos management requirements

Lead management requirements

Silica exposure requirements

Noise exposure requirements

Aerial lift safety requirements

Rolling stock and heavy equipment safety requirements

Excavation and trenching safety requirements

Ladder Safety

General

Step ladders

Extension Ladders

Waste management

Site power

Water access and control

Site Access

Corrective Action

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

General PPE requirements

Task Specific PPE

Environmental/Chemical Hazard PPE

Hotwork PPE

Working at heights PPE

Emergency response information

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