ATTACHMENT G- SAFTEY AND CONSTRUCTION WORK STANDARDS IN KUWAIT.pdf

U.S. EMBASSY-KUWAIT

FACILITY MANAGEMENT

THE CONTRACTOR’S GENERAL RESPONSBILITIES

FOR EMBASSY MANAGED CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

LAWS AND REGULATIONS - The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for complying with all laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work, including those of the host country, and with the lawful orders of any governmental authority having jurisdiction. Host country authorities may not enter the construction site without the permission of the Contracting Officer. Unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall comply with the more stringent of the requirements of such laws, regulations and orders and of the contract. In the event of a conflict between the contract and such laws, regulations and orders, the Contractor shall promptly advise the Contracting Officer of the conflict and of the Contractor's proposed course of action for resolution by the Contracting Officer.

G.4.1 The Contractor shall comply with all local labor laws, regulations, customs and practices pertaining to labor, safety, and similar matters, to the extent that such compliance is not inconsistent with the requirements of this contract.

G.4.2 The Contractor shall give written assurance to the Contracting Officer that all subcontractors and others performing work on or for the project have obtained all requisite licenses and permits.

G.4.3 The Contractor shall submit proper documentation and evidence satisfactory to the Contracting Officer of compliance with this clause.

G.4.4 All personnel working under this contract must be legally sponsored by the contractor or subcontractor prior the award of the contract. Therefore, interested offerors are required to submit in their proposal a list of workers and supervisors assigned to this project with a proof they are under the direct sponsorship of the contractor and/or subcontractor. Proposals received without this proof could be deemed as technically not acceptable and therefore, not eligible for award even if their price is the lowest.

G.4.5 Subcontractor qualifications to include but not limited to:

a) Evidence that the subcontractor has an established business with a permanent address and telephone listing

b) Evidence that the subcontractor has obtained all licenses, certification and permits required by local law to operate in the State of Kuwait. If subcontractor already possesses the locally required licenses and permits, a copy shall be provided in the English language.

CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL - The Contractor shall maintain discipline at the site and at all times take all reasonable precautions to prevent any unlawful, riotous, or disorderly conduct by or among those employed at the site. The Contractor shall ensure the preservation of peace and protection of persons and property in the neighborhood of the project against such action. The Contracting Officer may require, in writing that the Contractor remove from the work any employee that the Contracting Officer deems incompetent, careless, insubordinate or otherwise objectionable, or whose continued employment on the project is deemed by the Contracting Officer to be contrary to the Government's interests.

G.5.1 If the Contractor has knowledge that any actual or potential labor dispute is delaying or threatens to delay the timely performance of this contract, the Contractor shall immediately give notice, including all relevant information, to the Contracting Officer.

G.5.2 After award, the Contractor has 5 calendar days to submit to the Contracting Officer a list of workers and supervisors assigned to this project for the Government to conduct all necessary security checks. It is anticipated that security checks might take up to 21 days to perform. For each individual the list shall include:

Full Name Place and Date of Birth Civil ID #

Failure to provide any of the above information may be considered grounds for rejection and/or resubmittal of the application. Once the Government has completed the security screening and approved the applicants a badge will be provided to the individual for access to the site. This badge may be revoked at any time due to the falsification of data, or misconduct on site.

G.5.3 The Contractor shall always provide an English-speaking supervisor on site. This position is considered as key personnel under this purchase order.

G.6.0 Materials and Equipment - All materials and equipment incorporated into the work shall be new and for the purpose intended, unless otherwise specified. All workmanship shall be of good quality and performed in a skillful manner that will withstand inspection by the Contracting Officer.

652.236-70 ADDITIONAL SAFETY MEASURES (OCT 2017)

In addition to the safety/accident prevention requirements of FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention Alternate I, the contractor shall comply with the following additional safety measures.

(a) High Risk Activities. If the project contains any of the following high-risk activities, the contractor shall follow the section in the latest edition, as of the date of the solicitation, of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health manual, EM 385-1-1, that corresponds to the high risk activity. Before work may proceed, the contractor must obtain approval from the COR of the written safety plan required by FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention Alternate I (see paragraph (f) below), containing specific hazard mitigation and control techniques.

(1) Scaffolding;

(2) Work at heights above 1.8 meters;

(3) Trenching or other excavation greater than one (1) meter in depth;

(4) Earth-moving equipment and other large vehicles;

(5) Cranes and rigging;

(6) Welding or cutting and other hot work;

(7) Partial or total demolition of a structure;

(8) Temporary wiring, use of portable electric tools, or other recognized electrical hazards.

Temporary wiring and portable electric tools require the use of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in the affected circuits; other electrical hazards may also require the use of a GFCI;

(9) Work in confined spaces (limited exits, potential for oxygen less than 19.5 percent or combustible atmosphere, potential for solid or liquid engulfment, or other hazards considered to be immediately dangerous to life or health such as water tanks, transformer vaults, sewers, cisterns, etc.);

(10) Hazardous materials - a material with a physical or health hazard including but not limited to, flammable, explosive, corrosive, toxic, reactive or unstable, or any operations, which creates any kind of contamination inside an occupied building such as dust from demolition activities, paints, solvents, etc.; or

(11) Hazardous noise levels as required in EM 385-1 Section 5B or local standards if more restrictive.

(b) Safety and Health Requirements. The contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with the latest edition of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health manual EM 385-1-1, or OSHA 29 CFR parts 1910 or 1926 if no EM 385-1-1 requirements are applicable, and the accepted contractor’s written safety program.

(c) Mishap Reporting. The contractor is required to report immediately all mishaps to the COR and the contracting officer. A “mishap” is any event causing injury, disease or illness, death, material loss or property damage, or incident causing environmental contamination. The mishap reporting requirement shall include fires, explosions, hazardous materials contamination, and other similar incidents that may threaten people, property, and equipment.

(d) Records. The contractor shall maintain an accurate record on all mishaps incident to work performed under this contract resulting in death, traumatic injury, occupational disease, or damage to or theft of property, materials, supplies, or equipment. The contractor shall report this data in the manner prescribed by the contracting officer.

(e) Subcontracts. The contractor shall insert this clause, including this paragraph (e), with appropriate changes in the designation of the parties, in subcontracts.

(f) Written program. The plan required by paragraph (f)(1) of the clause entitled “Accident Prevention Alternate I” shall be known as the Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) and shall address any activities listed in paragraph (a) of this clause, or as otherwise required by the contracting officer/COR.

(1) The SSHP shall be submitted at least 10 working days prior to commencing any activity at the site.

(2) The plan must address developing activity hazard analyses (AHAs) for specific tasks. The AHAs shall define the activities being performed and identify the work sequences, the specific anticipated hazards, site conditions, equipment, materials, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable level of risk. Work shall not begin until the AHA for the work activity has been accepted by the COR and discussed with all engaged in the activity, including the Contractor, subcontractor(s), and Government on-site representatives.

(3) The names of the Competent/Qualified Person(s) required for a particular activity (for example, excavations, scaffolding, fall protection, other activities as specified by EM 385-1-1) shall be identified and included in the AHA. Proof of their competency/qualification shall be submitted to the contracting officer or COR for acceptance prior to the start of that work activity. The AHA shall be reviewed and modified as necessary to address changing site conditions, operations, or change of competent/qualified person(s).

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1. PURPOSE

To notify the contractors of their general responsibilities related to Safety and Health for the Embassy managed construction projects as listed as below:

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Extra or different requirements will be established directly by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or the Post Occupational Safety and Health Officer (POSHO) to ensure all safety requirements are followed and to share any related information as required. All contractor personnel shall meet contract specifications. The COR or POSHO or his authorized designee can stop any work in case safety guidelines are not followed.

2. GENERAL

The following is required by the contractor and their sub-contractors:

2.1. The contractor must demonstrate understanding of his responsibilities related to the safety requirements by addressing hazards in the planning processes and preconstruction meetings.

2.2. Prior to starting a project, the contractor is required to review the work site and identify hazards that may occur while performing the job.

2.3. Prior to starting a project, the contractor shall contact the CO or COR to ensure that they have received all pertinent information for the project including requirements for permits, floor plans, utility information, asbestos, lead based paint, and other hazardous materials.

2.4. Per Embassy policy, the contractor must provide their workers with safe and healthful conditions of employment.

2.5. The contractor is expected to provide a “competent person” to implement the site health and safety plan and to oversee its compliance. A competent person is an individual who, by way of training and/or experience, is knowledgeable of applicable standards, is capable of identifying workplace hazards relating to the specific operation, is designated by the employer, and has authority to take appropriate actions. The person assigned to oversee the project shall speak English. The contractor shall complete the attached hazard analysis form wherever necessary.

2.6. The contractor shall be responsible for the removal and/or disposal of hazardous waste generated from the project. Hazardous waste generated from the project must be removed and disposed of in accordance with the Department’s Hazardous Waste Management Policy as well as local laws and regulations (Policy attached).

2.7. The contractor shall ensure proper safety, health. and environmental requirements of EM 385-1-1 (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety & Health Requirements Manual) applicable to their project are followed.

2.8. The contractor shall ensure individuals working at the site are trained and are aware of potential hazards. The contractor shall ensure that these individuals are provided with proper safety equipment to prevent accidental injury in accordance with the requirements of the contract.

3. BARRICADING AND FENCING

The contractor has the responsibility to maintain a safe and accessible path-of-travel for all pedestrians, including those with disabilities. Barricades act as warning devices, alerting others of the hazards created by construction activities, and should be used to control vehicular and pedestrian traffic safely through and around the work site.

THE CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO:

3.1. Erect and maintain for the duration of the contract proper barricades, including fencing material, traffic cones, caution tape, and temporary curb ramps complying with all access codes and regulations at all closed crosswalks and existing closed curb ramps.

3.2. Obtain all applicable permits required by the regulations.

3.3. Furnish, erect, and maintain all necessary signs, barricades, lighting, fencing, bridging, and flaggers that conform to the requirements set forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration

(OSHA).

3.4. Ensure that no construction materials are stored and/or placed on the path-of travel.

3.5. Maintain the construction barriers in a sound, neat, and clean condition.

3.6. Not occupy public sidewalks except where pedestrian protection is provided. The contractor shall not obstruct free and convenient approach to any fire hydrant, alarm box, or utility box.

3.7. Remove barriers and enclosures upon completion of the work in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and to the satisfaction of the owner.

3.8. Provide protection for pedestrians consistent with all local codes, including the Americans with

Disabilities Act (ADA) that can be read at http://www.ada.gov/pubs/adastatute08.htm#top

4. HAND AND POWER TOOL SAFETY

The contractor has the responsibility to provide safe working conditions of tools and equipment.

The contractor is required to:

4.1. Ensure the safety of tools and equipment used by its workers.

4.2. Inspect at regular intervals and maintain in good condition all tools in accordance with the manufacturers' specification.

4.3. Ensure that all operating and moving parts operate and are clean.

4.4. Require that appropriate personal protective equipment be worn for hazards that may be encountered while using portable power tools and hand tools.

4.5. Ensure that tools are used for their intended purposes.

4.6. Ensure that all workers receive instruction on regulations and the safe use of each power tool.

4.7. Provide owners’ manuals including manufacturer’s specifications and suggested work practices and make the manuals available upon request to all workers required to use the equipment.

5. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities under the Embassy’s personal protective equipment standard while performing work at the Embassy.

Contractors are required to comply with the following provisions:

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• Protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, shall be used wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation, or physical contact.

• Each affected worker shall use appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation.

• Each affected worker shall use appropriate respiratory protection when potentially exposed to air contaminated with harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, mists, gases, smokes, sprays, or vapors and when such hazards cannot be reduced or eliminated by effective engineering controls.

• Each affected worker shall wear protective helmets when working in areas where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling objects. Protective helmets shall also be worn to reduce electrical shock hazards when near expose electrical conductors which could contact the head.

• Each affected worker shall wear protective footwear when working in areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling and rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole, and where such worker’s feet are exposed to electrical hazards.

• Each affected worker shall wear protective ear wear whenever noise exposures equal or exceed an 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (TWA) of 80 decibels and when engineering controls cannot reduce or eliminate the hazard.

• Each affected worker shall wear protective gloves when working in areas where hands are exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances; severe cuts or lacerations; severe abrasions; punctures; chemical burns; thermal burns; and harmful temperature extremes.

• Contractors shall provide training and upon completion, each worker shall be tested, and certified in writing by the trainer. If at any time the trained worker changes work activities requiring different PPE, or exhibits lack of understanding of the required PPE, the worker shall be re-trained and re-certified.

6. NOISE

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities to their workers and the Embassy community with respect to construction generated noise pollution. Embassy may impose additional time limitations on particular projects expected to make noise.

Use for any construction project that generates noise; the Contractors are required to:

• Identify noisy equipment and noisy operations and plan their work to provide maximal noise protection to workers and the community.

• Schedule noisy operations during off hours if possible. Noisy construction or demolition can be performed only during the hours of 7:00 am through 7:00 pm on weekdays, and the generated noise cannot exceed 80 dB except for pile driving.

• Provide a plan for how a contractor will comply with these regulations to the COR or POSHO in advance of the project.

• Erect barriers to isolate occupied space from noisy operations when required.

• Implement a hearing conservation program when workers are exposed to 80 dB or more in an 8 hour day. These programs include annual audiometric testing and require hearing protection devices, such as earplugs.

• Implement engineering or administrative noise controls when exposure exceeds 85 db. Engineering controls include redesigning the space to reduce machinery noise, replacing machinery with quieter equipment, enclosing the noise source, or enclosing the noise receiver. Administrative controls include mandating the length of time an employee can be exposed to a particular noise source.

7. FALL PROTECTION

The contractor has the responsibility to provide safe conditions when performing work at elevated surfaces (unguarded locations above six feet) at Embassy. Such locations may include but are not limited to the following:

• Portable and fixed ladders

• Aerial lifts

• Scaffolds

• Roofs

• Elevated work locations and platforms

The contractor is required to:

Contractors are required to:

• Reduce the hazards associated with falls.

• Control fall hazards first through engineering controls.

• Institute personal fall arrest systems, administrative controls, and training when engineering controls are not feasible.

• Have a formal fall protection program in accordance with OSHA requirements or equivalent as determined by the POSHO

• Have the necessary fall protection equipment to safely perform the job.

• Have workers properly trained in the use of fall protection equipment.

• Have supervisors (or competent personnel) who ensure the use of fall protection equipment as required.

8. SCAFFOLDING

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities when using, erecting, and breaking down scaffolding.

• Understand and comply with the Post’s Contractor Safety Program and propose scaffolding structure that is equivalent to those required by OSHA or accepted by POSHO or COR.

• Ensure all employees have received training in the use of scaffoldings.

• Contact the COR or POSHO with questions regarding safety and required precautions.

Contractors are also required to ensure that scaffoldings are:

• Erected and dismantled by competent workers, under the supervision of knowledgeable and experienced supervisors.

• Erected on sound and rigid footing, capable of carrying the maximum intended load without settling or displacement.

• Securely fastened with all braces, pins, screw jacks, base plates, and other fittings installed as required by the manufacturer.

• Limited to authorized personnel only, especially after working hours.

• Equipped with standard guardrails and toe boards on all open sides and ends of platforms four (4) to ten (10) feet in height.

• Provided with a screen with maximum ½ inch openings between the toe board and the guardrail, where persons are required to work or pass under the scaffold.

• Replaced or repaired immediately if scaffolding and accessories have any defective parts.

• Provided with an access ladder or equivalent safe access.

The contractor shall ensure that the planking be:

• Scaffold grade or equivalent.

• Overlapped a minimum of 12 inches or secured from movement.

• Extended over their end supports for less than 6 and never more than 12 inches.

9. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities under Department’s Hazardous Waste Management Program when handling, storing, transporting, and disposing of hazardous wastes generated at the Embassy.

The hazardous wastes associated with the construction including but not limited to: adhesives, cements, lubricants, spill residues, used oil, cleaning supplies, solvents, paints, paint thinners, empty cylinders, pipes, and drywalls are generated.

• Identify any potential hazardous wastes associated with the planned work activity prior to commencing work.

• Implement their own hazardous waste and employee training programs for the specific materials identified.

• Ensure no wastes are abandoned in place.

• Notify the COR or POSHO prior to the transportation, handling, storage, and disposal of all solid and hazardous wastes potentially generated as part of the proposed work activities.

• Comply with all local and Department’s Hazmat and Environmental Services policies and procedures.

• Forward copies of all transportation, handling, storage, and disposal records including but not limited to Hazardous Waste Manifests, DOT Permits, and Disposal or Recycling certificates to the

COR.

10. HAZARD COMMUNICATIONS

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities under the Department’s hazard communication policy regarding potentially hazardous materials present on construction sites and in posts buildings.

• Maintain an effective hazard communication program.

• Ensure that COR or POSHOs disclose known site-specific hazards such as the presence of chemical, radiological, or biological materials to post managed construction contractors.

• Maintain and have accessible copies of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs or equivalents) for hazardous chemicals brought onto Embassy property.

• Forward SDSs of hazardous materials (that produce strong odors) to the COR or POSHO for review.

• Use and store all hazardous or flammable chemicals, liquids, or gases brought onto the project site in approved containers conforming to Embassy’s and applicable local regulations.

• Secure permits, if applicable, for the temporary storage of hazardous materials on the project site.

• Ensure that spills of hazardous materials are contained and cleaned-up immediately and that all necessary means and materials are maintained at the work site to accomplish this task.

• Notify the COR or POSHO immediately of a hazardous material spill.

• Report to COR or POSHO immediately the discovery of any hazardous materials which has not been rendered harmless.

11. ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Purpose. To inform contractors of their responsibilities when performing work that may impact electrical systems on embassy properties.

Such activities include, but are not limited to:

• Installation of electrical systems, components, machinery, and equipment. • Alterations of electrical systems, components, machinery, and equipment. • Maintenance of existing systems and equipment. • Demolition of existing systems. • Temporary planned outages. • Tests and diagnostics.

Contractors are required to:

• Identify any potential sources of electrical energy likely to cause death, injury, or serious physical harm.

• Notify the COR or POSHO and the Project Manager of impact activities prior to the start of work.

• Coordinate planned outages with COR or POSHO and the Project Manager.

• Ensure all workers performing impact activities have received sufficient training in compliance with Embassy’s, Department’s and local regulations.

• Ensure all workers are provided adequate personal protective equipment as required by the regulations mentioned below.

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the guidelines of federal and Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the guidelines of federal and local regulations list below:

• Follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures for the Control of Hazardous Energy as specified in the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 Standard, and in the Embassy’s Lock-Out/Tag-Out program.

12. LOCKOUT / TAGOUT

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities when performing lockout/tagout activities at Embassy to ensure all persons potentially affected by de-energizing or re-energizing of building systems are properly protected and notified.

This is required when electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, and chemical energies are found that must be controlled to prevent serious or fatal injuries.

Contractors are responsible for the following:

• Having a lockout/tag out program prior to performing work.

• Having trained workers prior to performing work.

• Understanding and complying with the Embassy’s lockout program.

• Informing the COR and POSHO if their program deviates from the Embassy program.

• Coordinating with the COR and POSHO prior to performing lockout/tag out activities.

• Providing their own lockout/tag out equipment that meets OSHA standards.

• Performing lockout/tag out activities in accordance with OSHA standards.

• Following special procedures for jobs requiring multiple lockout devices and those involving shift or personnel changes.

The contractors will not be permitted to work on any energized circuits while working in any embassy managed projects.

13. HOT WORK PERMIT

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities when performing hot work activities at the Embassy. The hot work permit is designed to reduce the potential of an uncontrolled ignition of materials in a hot work area.

This is required when contractor’s work involves heat, flame, sparks, or smoke. Examples of hot work include but are not limited to brazing, cutting, grinding, soldering, gas or arc welding, and torch-applied roofing. Hot work permits are not required during the construction of new facilities or renovations of unoccupied existing facilities.

Contractors must be responsible for the following:

• Understanding and complying with the Embassy hot work permit program.

• Having trained workers and approved fire prevention equipment on site prior to performing work.

• Obtaining a hot work permit from the COR or POSHO prior to the hot work activity within occupied existing facilities, 40 feet of a building or potential hazard such as a fuel storage tank, and confined spaces regardless of location.

• Coordinating with the COR or POSHO the temporary shutdown of localized fire systems to prevent possible fire alarm activation and disruption of normal business operations.

• Posting the hot work permit at the job site in an accessible and conspicuous location.

• Submitting the hot work permit to the COR or POSHO at the completion of the activity.

• Conducting their hot work activities in a sound fire safe manner and following the precautions outlined on the hot work permit.

• Assuring that a firewatcher remains on the job for 60 minutes after the completion of the hot work.

14. TRENCHING AND EXCAVATIONS

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities while performing trenching and excavation operations at Embassy. This is required when drilling, digging, and trenching are performed.

Contractors must apply the following safety controls:

• Before any excavation work begins, underground utilities shall be identified and the location marked of underground pipes, electrical conductors, any other structures.

• Evaluation is required of the trenching site by a "competent person" who knows and is trained to identify soil types, proper protective systems, and hazardous conditions.

• Contact local authorities for procedures and notification requirements.

• Conduct a daily inspection of the excavation and the adjacent areas prior to work and as needed during the workday. If there are any unsafe conditions, work shall stop in the excavation and personnel removed until the problems are corrected.

• Monitor and recognize hazardous atmospheres and conditions such as vibration, external loads, weather conditions, ground water conditions, and confined spaces.

• Check all protective material or equipment for any damage.

• When excavations are deeper than 4 feet, ladders or steps shall be located so that a worker does not need to travel more than 25 feet in the excavation before being able to exit. See OSHA’s confined space standard 29 CFR-1910.148 for testing before workers enter excavations greater than 4 feet in depth.

• Each worker in an excavation shall be protected from cave-ins by an adequate protective system designed in accordance with OSHA Standard 1926, Subpart P.

• Examination of the ground by a competent person for excavations less than five (5) feet in depth must present no indication of a potential cave-in hazard. If a cave-in hazard exists, protective systems are required.

• When excavations are deeper than five (5) feet, the sides shall be provided with a protective system (shored, braced, or sloped sufficiently) to protect against hazardous ground movement.

• When heavy equipment will be operated nearby, the shoring or bracing shall be able to withstand this extra load regardless of the depth of the excavation. For any excavation that a person will enter, all dirt, debris, and excavation material shall be effectively stored or retained at least two (2) feet from the edge of the excavation.

• Adequate protection from hazards associated with water accumulation should be in place before working in excavations.

• Signs and Barricades shall be displayed at all excavation/trenching sites.

• All excavations into which a person could fall or trip shall be guarded. While work is being performed in or near the opening, the guards surrounding the area shall be maintained.

• Barricades at least 3 to 5 feet high shall be spaced no further than ten (10) feet apart and yellow and black "Caution, Do Not Enter" construction tape shall be stretched securely between the barricades.

• A registered professional engineer (or equivalent) shall design excavations more than twenty feet deep.

• Excavations should be covered and not left open overnight.

15. POWERED INDUSTRIAL LIFT TRUCKS

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities with respect to industrial lift trucks, their operations and maintenance.

This is required when contractor uses fork trucks, tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized hand trucks, and other specialized industrial trucks powered by electric motors or internal combustion engines.

Contractors are required to ensure:

• Vehicles are inspected daily at the beginning of the work shift. Inspections must be documented and made available upon request.

• Workers obey all safe operating procedures.

• Powered industrial lift truck drivers shall be trained by a competent person for each type of equipment they operate at a level equivalent to the OSHA requirements.

• Any power-operated industrial truck not in safe operating condition shall be removed from service.

• Only authorized personnel shall make all repairs.

• Only parts equivalent to those used in the original design shall replace all parts of any such industrial truck requiring replacement.

• No passengers are allowed to ride on a powered industrial truck. No person shall be allowed to stand or pass under the elevated portion of any truck, whether loaded or empty.

• Unauthorized personnel shall not be permitted to ride on powered industrial trucks.

• Operators will sound the horn and use extreme caution when meeting pedestrians, making turns, and traveling through doors.

• When loading trailers, dock plates will be used. Operators will assure dock plates are in good condition and will store on edge when not in use.

• Operators are instructed to report all accidents, regardless of fault and severity.

16. LEAD-BASED PAINT

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities under the Embassy’s Lead Management Program and to provide guidelines to contractors who may potentially impact lead-based paint at the Embassy.

These are not specifications for lead-based paint abatement.

This is required when Embassy managed construction involves manipulation and/or demolition of painted surfaces.

• Request from the Project Manager or the COR the location of lead-containing building materials in the work area.

• Provide COR or the CO with lead-safe work practices pertaining to the project.

• In the event that lead-based paint is impacted, take all necessary precautions to protect Embassy employees, families, and visitors from the exposure to lead dust or contamination. Such measures may include using plastic sheeting to isolate the work area, using wet techniques, and/or using a HEPA vacuum.

• Ensure that construction dust does not enter occupied space, HVAC system, or other work areas.

17. CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibilities during confined space entry activities at the Embassy. Confined space is defined as any space that:

(1) Is large enough and so configured that an employee can bodily enter and perform assigned work; and

(2) Has limited or restricted means for entry or exit (for example, tanks, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers, vaults, and pits are spaces that may have limited means of entry.); and (3) Is not designed for continuous employee occupancy.

Use anytime you may have confined space in your construction project. Types of confined space entries may include but are not limited to: telecommunication manholes, HVAC systems, sewer manholes, sewage ejection chambers, steam manholes, crawlspaces, boilers, tanks, and water-meter manholes.

The contractor is required to:

• Identify permit-required confined spaces.

• Evaluate each confined space for the following:

• Presence of explosive gases equal to or greater than 10% of lower explosive limit (LEL).

• Oxygen Deficiency and Oxygen Enriched Atmospheres

• Concentrations of Carbon Monoxide and Hydrogen Sulfide.

• Electric shocks, burns, walking/working surfaces, heat stress, noise hazards, and/or any other recognized hazard.

• Control potential hazards with the following measures:

• Mechanical – Use proper lockout/tag out procedures when needed to prevent hazards within the confined space

• Ventilation – If exposed to harmful vapors or an oxygen deficient atmosphere exists; a ventilation fan shall be used for the duration of the job.

• Slips and fall – Use caution if shoes and /or ladders are wet or oily. Inspect shoes prior to entry.

• Burns and Heat Stress – The use of a ventilation fan will provide cooler temperatures. Use caution around hot equipment and avoid overexertion within the space. Take frequent breaks if needed.

• To prevent an explosion, do not use equipment that may cause flame or sparks in an oxygen-enriched atmosphere.

• Personal protective equipment (goggles, gloves, dust mask, respirator) shall be worn when a potential hazard exists.

• Coordinate entry operations when workers are working in or near the area.

• Inform the CO or POSHO of entry procedures that will be followed and of any hazards identified or created.

• Provide documentation of their company’s entry procedures to CO or POSHO before work begins.

• Provide rescue operation procedures.

Confined space entry work permit shall be obtained from POSHO or COR prior to entering any confined spaces.

18. INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Purpose: To inform contractors of their responsibility to minimize the impact construction-related activities have on indoor environmental quality at the Embassy.

Contractors are required to:

• Ensure that no dust, vapors, and fumes are released into the occupied space during sanding, grinding, roofing, flooring, painting, welding, cutting, jackhammering, and demolitions.

• Use HEPA filtered equipment to provide negative pressure or to minimize recirculation of contaminants.

• Implement engineering controls, such as dilution or local exhaust ventilation and isolation of mechanical systems.

• Install critical barriers made of polyethylene sheeting on doors, windows, vents, etc. in order to isolate the specific work area.

• Minimize dust, use wet methods when appropriate.

• Have trained workers and approved equipment on site prior to performing work.

• Use the least toxic material suitable for the application (for example, latex paint rather than oil-based).

Products containing solvents and those that emit gases and vapors must be submitted to the COR or POSHO review and approval prior to use.

• Communicate with COR or POSHO to implement effective strategies (for example, working off hours) to minimize occupant exposure.

• Relocate sources of contamination (for example, a diesel generator or tar kettle) away from the building air intake.

19. ADDITIONAL NOTES

The COR will work directly with the contractors ensuring that they follow all required safety guidelines, and in case any deficiency is found during the QA/QC/Safety inspections, the projects can be stopped by the COR until the condition is remediated. During the jobs if any different work conditions appear, the COR can indicate further safety requirements to the contractor. The COR will work with the POSHO in order to guarantee all required safety procedures are followed.

ESCORTING OF LOCAL CONTRACTORS:

Proper escorting procedures will be briefed and must be approved (in advance) by the COR or RSO prior to starting the project. The contractors must follow all escorting requirements as advised by the COR.

Contractors must participate in all Embassy security/fire drills while working in the embassy compound.

HOT WORK PERMITS:

Any grinding, welding, brazing, torch cutting, soldering, or any work with Fire Hazard requires a Hot Permit from the COR, POSHO or FAC.

Any work with toxic materials or any material that can cause discomfort, harm, or injury to tenants must also require prior permit from the COR or the POSHO.

JACK HAMMING OR CHIPPING:

Any work that involves continuous noise that will disrupt Embassy operations must have prior approval from the COR or be performed after normal business hours.

PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY:

Proper procedures shall be used at all times when work is being conducted at the Embassy properties to protect existing building systems, finishes, and equipment.

SUMMER OUTSIDE WORKING POLICY:

The Embassy has a summer outside work policy during summer season; the contractor must adhere to this policy. During the summer season at any given time when the outside temperature exceeds 48°C (118°F), performing manual labor tasks outside in direct sunlight between the hours of 11:00 am and 4:00 pm is prohibited. Short periods of outside work (for example, loading or unloading supplies) must not extend beyond 30 minutes during these hours.

Smoking:

U.S. Government policy prohibits all smoking from inside any U.S. Government property, including the rooftop or within 25 feet of a U.S. Government building. Embassy has only two designated smoking areas; the workers may use these areas for smoking.

WORK SITE MISHAP/INJURY REPORTING:

Contractors must report all work-related injuries/mishaps to POSHO, COR, or his authorized representative as soon as it occurs.

SUBCONTRACTORS:

Subcontracts, (if approved). The contractor shall be responsible for its subcontractors to be in compliance with all safety requirements as prescribed above.

WRITTEN PROGRAM:

Before commencing work, the contractor shall:

(1) Submit a written plan to the CO, COR, or POSHO for implementing all requirements as prescribed above. The plan shall include specific management or technical procedures for effectively controlling hazards associated with the project; and,

(2) Submit an Activity Hazard Analysis & Accident Prevention Plans.

(3) Meet with the CO, COR or, POSHO to discuss and develop a mutual understanding related to administration and implementation of the overall safety program.

Note: Contractor shall contact the COR or POSHO for any questions, clarifications and additional information required!

Attachment D

Crane Rental Service/Operating Procedures

CRANE USAGE INSTRUCTIONS:

The Contractor to provide for our records:

1. Inspection & load testing reports for the crane

2. Proof of qualification for the crane operator

The contractor also to ensure during crane operations:

1. The Crane entrance shall be through the back gate, not the front gate.

2. Please ensure that at least 1 escort staff will be available on the ground to both walks the crane, as well as notify pedestrians to stay clear of the swing area and the load area.

3. Please supply any barricades/tape/cones to keep people out of the swing area as well as pedestrians away from the general work area.

According to OBO/SHEM (Department of State) guidelines, all crane rentals must be coordinated with Post Occupational Safety & Health Officer (POSHO) office prior to renting a crane to be used in the Embassy compound/property. There are lots of factors to be looked at prior to renting a crane; a summarized requirement is as below:

• The requesting office will notify the POSHO office about the actual requirement of the crane; the purpose of the use (please provide a short SOW with a lift plan), when and where the crane is to be used, the capacity of the crane required and weight of the load to be moved/picked.

• A prior walkthrough is a must with the contractor to identify the locations, and driveway and to identify possible hazards prior to finalizing the contract.

• When making a contract with a vendor/contractor; the requestor/procurement office has to inform them of the specific requirement to the contractor/vendor. We also need to get the following information from the contractor:

1. The contractor shall supply the inspection and load testing reports if any of the cranes. The contractor shall comply with all manufacturer's instructions, procedures, and recommendations applicable to the operational functions of equipment, including its use with attachments. The safe operating speeds or loads shall not be exceeded.

2. The materials used should meet the standard – e.g. synthetic rope and alloy chain shall be used for the crane operation. The contractor should confirm that they are using only these types of materials.

3. Cranes and hoisting equipment shall be operated only by designated qualified personnel. Proof of qualification shall be supplied by the contractor in writing.

4. Any worker engaged in the duties and the performance of rigging shall be a Qualified Rigger and as such, shall meet the following requirements:

5. Be at least 18 years of age;

6. Be able to communicate effectively with the crane operator, the lift supervisor, the signal person, and the affected personnel on site.

7. fall and all personal protection must be used by the operator/rigger.

We also need to ensure the following when the crane is operational at the embassy.

compound/property:

• For any lifts over existing occupied buildings/structures should be planned during weekends/holidays/after-hours. Exceptional cases may be approved in case of emergencies with prior approval from the POSHO.

• Ensure that the crane travel route is cleared of any structures, vehicles, pedestrian presence, etc. Adequate clearance shall be maintained between moving and rotating.

structures of the crane and hoisting equipment and fixed objects to allow the passage of employees without harm. The minimum adequate clearance is 24 in (61 cm).

• Accessible areas within the swing radius of the rear of the crane and hoisting equipment’s rotating superstructure, either permanently or temporarily mounted, shall be barricaded to prevent an employee from being struck or crushed by the crane and hoisting equipment.

Any questions, please contact POSHO Office at ext. 1586.