FA2486-19-R-0003_Appdx_F_Safety_Rqmts (16 Dec 19).pdf

APPENDIX F

INDUSTRIAL SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

For

BACKSHOP MAINTENANCE

4 Dec 19

Prepared by 96 TW/SEG

1. The contractor must develop and submit a site-specific Safety and Health Plan that addresses in detail the elements listed below prior to commence of work per Air Force Instruction (AFI) 91-202, para 1.8.15.17. The contracting officer will forward the contractor’s safety plan to the 96 TW Safety Office for review. The company’s specific processes and procedures must be included in the safety plan. Referencing the company's local procedure/document in the Safety and Health Plan is not adequate. If the company’s procedures are not attached, the submitted Safety Plan will be returned NOT ACCEPTED by the government.

2. Contractor employees must comply with all state, federal, and local regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, Department of Defense (DoD) Instructions and Air Force Instructions (AFI) while working on an Air Force Installation. If a conflict is noted, the most stringent requirement takes precedence. The government shall assume no liability or responsibility for the contractor's compliance or non-compliance. If the contractor employs BILINGUAL speaking employees, they must post bilingual signs and have written procedures for specific tasks in applicable languages. As part of the Contractor’s Safety and Health Program, the contractor shall assign in their plan, by name and phone number, a person who will be the primary point of contact for safety and health issues for the on-site operation.

CONTRACTOR’S SAFETY AND HEALTH PLAN ELEMENTS

1. Mishap Notification Procedures per AFI 91-204, para 2.13: Site-specific mishap notification procedures must be part of the contractor's safety plan. The following notification procedures must be incorporated into the contractor's safety plan and followed upon mishap occurrence:

The contractor shall notify the 96 TW Safety Office telephonically within one (1) hour after initial notification of all mishaps or incidents involving damage to DoD property (material plus labor) or injuries to government personnel as a result of contractor operations. The safety office can be reached at (850)-882-2540 extension 3 during duty hours and (850)-883-4020 after hours. The contractor shall immediately secure the mishap scene/damaged property and impound pertinent maintenance and training records until released by the 96 TW Safety Office. The contractor and subcontractors (if involved) shall cooperate fully and assist the government personnel until the investigation is finalized. Initial written confirmation by contractor of the mishap must be forwarded within three calendar days to the Contracting Officer (CO) who will forward the report to 96 TW/SEG (Safety Office). The contractor shall submit a completed report within 20 calendar days after the mishap. Mishap notification shall contain, as a minimum, the following information:

a) Contract, Contract Number, Name, and Title of Person(s) Reporting

b) Date, Time and exact location of accident/incident

c) Brief Narrative of accident/incident (Events leading to accident/incident)

d) Cause of accident/incident, if known

e) Estimated cost of accident/incident (material and labor to repair/replace)

f) Nomenclature of equipment and personnel involved in accident/incident

g) Corrective actions (taken or proposed)

2. Subcontractors: (AFI 91-204, para 2.13) The prime contractor performing work on Eglin Air Force Base, FL or property shall include a clause in all contracts requiring the subcontractors to comply with the safety provisions of this contract. This requirement also applies to the contractor's suppliers, vendors, and visitors.

3. Motor Vehicles: Safety belts and other protective devices must be worn at all times when vehicle is in motion while working on an Air Force Base per AFI 91-207, USAF Traffic Safety Program.

4. Flightline Operations: Persons driving on the flightline or involved in activities related to the flightline must complete all airfield drivers’ training and testing requirements outlined in AFI 13-213, Airfield Driving. Personnel exposed to a traffic environment or flightline operations during hours of darkness, periods of reduced visibility or as part of construction or maintenance activities will use reflective vests/accessories per AFMAN 91-203, para 14.4.15.

Hosting organization is responsible for contacting Base Operations (850-882-2614) to inquire about training.

5. Foreign Object Damage (FOD) – Awareness, Prevention, and Responsibilities: If work is being accomplished on the flightline, the Contractor shall comply with the FOD requirements listed in the following regulation: AFI 21- 101, Aircraft and Equipment Maintenance Management. The contractor shall establish a written FOD program and integrate it into the day-to-day operations to reduce/eliminate FOD incidents. The written program must address:

FOD check inspections, proper storage and handling of material, housekeeping and accountability of tools/hardware.

The contractor will brief their personnel at least weekly on FOD requirements. All contractors, subcontractors performing maintenance in a FOD–potential area will receive and have documented initial FOD Awareness and Prevention training.

6. Mobile Elevating Work Platforms, Aerial Devices and Equipment for Elevating Employees: Contractor shall comply with the requirements listed in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart F, Powered Platforms, Manlifts and Vehicle-Mounted Work Platforms. Aerial lifts and maintenance stands are used for the purpose of allowing workers to perform duties at elevated levels. Aerial lifts shall be serviceable and all safety devices, warning devices and interlocks operable at all times. Aerial lifts will contain the manufacturer’s operator’s manual. The operator will be trained and certified on the model in which he/she will operate and provide visual certification upon request. Aerial lifts will not be used to deliver employees to higher levels unless unit is certified to do so. Contractor’s safety plan shall address the following:

(1) aerial lift training, (2) fall protection equipment training (Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) (body harness, lanyard, lifeline, etc.), (3) all personal protective equipment required to be used during operation of the device and (4) inspections and preventive maintenance.

7. Walking-Working Surfaces – Egress: Contractor cannot use hallways/corridor as storage or phase staging.

Means of egress shall be continuously maintained free of all obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency per NFPA 101, chap 7 and AFMAN 91-203, chapter 7. Floors shall be kept in good condition and free of defects that can endanger workers or interfere with the handling of materials. Housekeeping methods and controls must be in place to minimize tripping hazards, the accumulation of flammable/ combustible materials, etc. Open-sided floors/platforms/runways must be protected and not left uncovered to prevent injury.

8. Scaffolding: Contractor shall comply with the requirements listed in 29 CFR 1910.27. Scaffolds are used for persons engaged in work that cannot be done safely from the ground or from solid construction. A competent and qualified person must be on site to make decisions on scaffolding operations. Contractor’s Safety Plan shall address the specific type of equipment that will be utilized under this contract, training and documentation requirements.

9. Fall Protection: Fall protection shall be provided whenever employees can fall four feet or more. Contractor shall comply with the requirements in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D, Walking-Working Surfaces. Contractor’s Safety Plan shall address the applicable fall protection that will be utilized during this contract such as: guardrail system (height and load rating), safety net system (location, inspection, and testing), Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) (life line, lanyard, component strength, anchorage), fall protection plan, training and qualification documentation of personnel.

10. Confined Space Entry: The contractor’s permit-required confined space entry plan must be in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.146 and AFMAN 91-203, chap 23. Safety plan must address all program elements, employee training and rescue plan. Compliance with OSHA (Public Law (91-956) is solely the responsibility of the contractor.

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11. Hazardous Communications: Contractor must establish and maintain an effective hazardous communication program that meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200. Contractor’s Safety Plan shall address at a minimum:

-Written Program-list of hazardous chemicals -Identify the hazardous chemical(s) and labeling system -Safety Data Sheets (SDS) location -Training-methods used to inform employees of the hazards and precautionary measures

12. Inclement/Severe Weather Plan: Contractor shall develop and comply with the inclement weather requirements listed in AFMAN 91-203, chapter 3. Contractor’s Safety Plan shall explain the procedures that will be utilized by personnel during inclement and severe weather (i.e., how notification is received for lightning/tornado, etc.; what employees must do once notification is received (where they go to take cover, etc., and accountability).

13. Material Handling Equipment (MHE): Only trained and qualified personnel will be allowed to operate mobile/overhead cranes, hoist, and forklifts. All MHE and associated components will be inspected for damage or wear. Contractor shall comply with the requirements in 29 CFR 1910.176 – 1910.184. Contractor’s Safety Plan shall address operator training/qualifications to include rigging and hand signal training, load capacities, inspections, maintenance, and safe operation.

14. Hazardous Energy Control Program (LOCKOUT-TAGOUT): Contractor shall comply with the requirements listed in 29 CFR 1910.147 and NFPA 70E. Contractor’s Safety Plan shall address:

-Witten hazardous energy control program -Employee training -Lockout/tag-out procedures -Verification of De-energized equipment -Periodic inspections -Removal of locks and tags -Restoring equipment to normal operations

15. Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-held Equipment - 29 CFR 1910.241: Hand and power tools shall be used, inspected and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and be used only for the purpose in which it was designed. All tools designed to accommodate guards shall be equipped with the guards.

The use of unsafe hand and power tools are prohibited. All receptacle outlets that provide temporary electrical power to portable electrical hand tools or semi-portable electric power tools shall have ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. Contractor’s Safety Plan shall address training, tool inspections, proper use, and guarding requirements.

16. Hazardous Materials and Compressed Gases: Contractor shall comply with the standards in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart H – Hazardous Materials (chemicals, compressed air, acetylene, etc.) and applicable TOs, 42B5-1-2, Use, Handling, and Maintenance –Gas Cylinders. When handling hazardous material the contractor’s safety plan shall address the training, handling, storage, use, and PPE required for the task.

17. Flammable/Combustible Liquids: Contractor shall comply with the standards in NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, AFMAN 91-203, chap 18, and 29 CFR 1910.106, Flammable and Combustible Liquids.

Contractor’s safety plan shall address: employee training for handling, proper labeling, storage, spill control, inspection and use as well as personal protective equipment required to be worn during handling process.

18. Machine Guarding: Machinery/equipment used for fabricating or manufacturing parts must be maintained and equipped with guards during use. Machines that do not have guards must be retrofitted to accommodate a guard per 29 CFR 1910 Subpart O. Machine guarding shall be provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks. Contractor’s safety plan must address operator training, inspection criteria, and maintenance.

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19. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Contractor shall comply with the requirements in 29 CFR1910 Subpart I. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn when employees are exposed to a potential hazard while performing job duties (working overhead, falling objects, etc.). Contractor’s Safety Plan shall address PPE requirements, training, proper care, useful life, and disposal.

20. Hearing Conservation Program: Working on the flightline personnel are exposed to high noise exposures from aircraft engines and ground support equipment when running. Contractor shall comply with 29 CFR 1910.95 Occupational Noise Exposure. Contractor’s safety plan shall address compliance with audiometric testing, hearing protectors, and training.

21. Electronic/Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Components: An electrostatic discharge program, when applicable, shall be implemented according to MIL-HDBK-263B, Electrostatic Discharge Control Handbook for Protection of Electrical and T.O. 00-25-234, General Shop Practice Requirements for the Repair, Maintenance, and Test of Electrical Equipment. Contractor’s safety plan shall address employee training, a list of electrostatic discharge equipment necessary to comply with TO.

22. Emergency Evacuation Plans: Contractor must comply with 29 CFR 1910.37 and 38, Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, and Fire Prevention Plans. Exit routes must be free and unobstructed. No materials or equipment may be placed, either permanently or temporarily, within the exit route. Contractor must develop a written emergency action plan that addresses:

-procedures for reporting a fire or emergency -procedures for emergency evacuation, exit routes -procedures to account for all employees after evacuation

23. Electrical Safety: Contractor shall comply with the requirements in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S, AFMAN 91-203, Air Force Occupational Safety, Fire, and Health Standards, Chap 8, and NFPA 70. All electrical wiring must be IAW National Electrical Code (NEC) 70 and applicable TOs. Extension cords, power strips, surge protectors, and UPS (uninterrupted power supply) shall not be connected in series, i.e., daisy chained or piggy-backed. They shall also bear the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) certification and not be used as a substitute for fixed wiring. Safety Plan shall address policy.

24. Smoking: Smoking is prohibited in all Eglin Air Force Base facilities. Smoking is permitted in designated and properly identified smoking areas per EAFBI 32-2001.

25. Cell Phone Usage: It is prohibited to use a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle on Eglin AFB. Exception, hands-free device is acceptable. A hands-free device is a headset (such as a Bluetooth) or earpiece that allows vehicle operators to keep both hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road whenever the vehicle is in motion. Texting while driving a vehicle is PROHIBITED on Eglin Air Force Base per AFI 91-207. Policy must be established and published in safety plan.

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