Safety_Guide_for_Civilian_Contractors.docx

JB MDL Contractor Guide Oct 2013

87 ABW

Joint base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

SAFETY GUIDE

FOR

CIVILIAN

CONTRACTORS

Oct 2013

We prepared this safety guide to provide important safety information and assist civilian contractors in having a mishap-free working environment while on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst:

When dialing 911 from your cell phone, you need to tell the dispatcher your location and you need to be transferred to the McGuire-Dix or Lakehurst dispatcher and they will patch you through.

Call Command Post after 1630 hours Mon-Fri and all weekends/holidays at 609-754-3935/6

Please be advised of the following items:

1. As a civilian contractor, you are required to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) (Public Law 91-596) and the portions of OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, OPNAVINST 5100.23G, applicable to your operations. The detailed provisions of the act for accident prevention are directly applicable to your operations. Also refer to contract safety publications, AF Pamphlet 91-210 current Jan 2012. It is also the Contractor’s responsibility to ensure all Sub-Contractors comply with these requirements.

2. Contractors have the responsibility to follow all industrial safety provisions. Contractors are also responsible for Hazard Communications Training to all contractors and subcontractors working for your company.

3. The contractor must immediately report all contractor mishaps involving JB MDL personnel injuries and/or property/equipment damage to the contracting officer who is responsible to notify the 87 ABW Safety Office. Do not disturb the mishap scene until proper officials authorize movement. When the contracting officer becomes aware of any safety directives’ noncompliance by the contractor that could cause injury to JB MDL personnel or damage to JB MDL property or equipment, he/she will inform the contractor. The contractor must take immediate steps to correct the situation.

4. The JB MDL reserves the right to enter and inspect, with or without prior notice and with the contracting officer’s concurrence, any and all facilities and (or) project locations on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. 87 ABW Safety personnel may periodically monitor contractor activities, if necessary, only to ensure the safety of JB MDL personnel and protection of government property. If a safety procedure or condition exists requiring correction by the contractor, 87 ABW Safety will contact the contracting officer to initiate corrective action.

5. Common contractor violations on JB MDL are the following:

a. Not in compliance with OSHA requirements.

b. Not wearing seat belts. Use of seat belts is mandatory on all Department of Defense installations and the state of New Jersey.

c. Excessive vehicle speed. Pay attention to the signs, as there are different speed limits posted throughout JB MDL.

d. Parking vehicles improperly.

e. Failure to yield to pedestrians and troop formations.

f. Failure to properly fence off excavations.

g. Smoking in unauthorized areas.

h. Failure to use a hands-free device while using a cell phone while driving.

6. The following items require your special attention:

a. Adequately illuminate and barricade outdoor operations during the day and night.

b. Post suitable warning signs at indoor and outdoor operations.

c. Secure material when working above ground or when working on the ground during high winds.

d. Ensure mobile equipment and vehicles operated on JB MDL conform to the base traffic laws and regulations governing such vehicles.

e. Strictly observe traffic regulations. When construction is hazardous to street and roadway users, control traffic or warn motorists by using flagmen, signs, or barricades.

f. When towing construction equipment on base roads or streets, use safety chains in addition to regular towing hooks. If towing equipment after dark, place lights at the rear of the vehicle in tow.

g. Mark overhanging portions of loads moved by trailer or truck on base roads or streets with warning flags or lights.

h. Operators must avoid contacting above ground electrical lines with equipment such as cranes and cherry pickers. Do not position booms closer than 10 feet to overhead high voltage lines. This is maintained in accordance with the requirements of OSHA Standards 1910 and 1926.

i. Suitable signs, barricades, and warning lights will be used at locations when equipment is used close to highways or motor traffic.

j. Take precautionary measures when excavating around underground gas mains, petroleum tanks, gasoline or oil pipelines, sewers, water mains, and electrical lines. Consult the civil engineer for location of underground lines at construction sites by calling Self Help 609-754-2388. Mark location of underground utility lines prior to excavating.

McGuire – 609-754-2388 Dix 609 – 609-562-2472 Lakehurst – 732-323-2600

k. Asbestos: Many of the base facilities have asbestos containing materials (ACM). Contractor’s will NOT remove or disturb ACM unless it is it specified in the contract. Contractors will immediately notify the inspector or Contracting Officer if suspected ACM is encountered.

l. The 2011 National Electrical Code will govern the installation of all wiring and electrical equipment.

m. Utilization of proper personal protective equipment, supervision, notification, and rescue options when conducting a confined space entry.

n. Outside work activities will be stopped when severe weather or lightning (within 5 nautical miles of the base) is present. Personnel should be instructed to seek safe shelter.

o. All mechanized equipment should be inspected at frequent intervals and kept in safe working condition.

p. Only allow qualified and properly licensed individuals to operate powered construction equipment and not permit equipment to be left with motor running.

q. Hot Work permit, AF Form 592, from the Base Fire Department is required prior to welding, cutting, and brazing operations outside approved shops.

r. Contact the Bioenvironmental Engineering Section, 609-754-9057, when contract operations involve the use of industrial x-ray units, lasers, or radioactive materials.

s. Confined Spaces. Contractor must contact 87th Wing Safety prior to entering any confined spaces (see numbers page two for designated safety office). When entering permit required confined spaces, contractors must comply with the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910-146 (c) (4).

7. Park only in designated areas and in accordance with installation traffic code.

8. Troop Formations:

a. When passing a troop formation from the rear, you must remain behind the formation until signaled to go around by the troop commander. Do not exceed 10 mph while passing.

b. When passing a troop formation from the front, after slowing to 10 mph you may proceed without stopping.

9. Motorcycle operator/passenger requirements: Contractor personnel who operate/ride a motorcycle on base must comply with wearing personal protective equipment requirements specified in AFI 91-207, The USAF Traffic Safety Program. Contact the 87 ABW Safety Offices for specific requirements if you have a motorcycle rider in your company.