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Attachment 4 – Environmental, Security, and Safety

1.0 Environmental.

1.1 Air Pollution Control

1.2 Asbestos

1.3 Backflow

1.4 Burning

1.5 By Recycled Content Materials

1.6 Cultural Resources

1.7 Demolition Notification

1.8 Drinking Water

1.9 Endangered Species

1.10 Emergency / Spills

1.11 Energy Efficiency

1.12 Environmental Automation and Control Systems

1.13 Erosion and Sedimentation Control

1.14 Fluorescent and Mercury Bearing Lamps

1.15 Hazardous Materials and Storage and Labeling

1.16 Hazardous Waste

1.17 ISO 4001

1.18 Limit of Disturbance

1.19 Mercury Bearing Equipment

1.20 Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s)

1.21 Migrating Bird Protection

1.22 National Pollutant Discharge System (NPDES)

1.23 Net Zero Water

1.24 Noise

1.25 Ozone Depletion Substances (ODS)

1.26 Paints

1.27 Pest Management

1.28 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB’s)

1.29 Recycling

1.30 Refuse and Construction Demolition Debris Removal and Disposal

1.31 Removal of Materials

1.32 Site Preservation and Restoration

1.33 Trees and Shrub Protection

1.34 Unexploded Ordnance (UXO)

1.35 Water Quality

2.0 Security.

2.1 Antiterrorism (AT) / Operations Security (AT OPSEC)

2.2 Antiterrorism (AT) Level I Training

2.3 iWatch Army Training

2.4 OPSEC Training

2.5 Access and General Protection / Security Policy and Procedures

3.0 Safety.

3.1 General Safety Requirements

3.2 OSHA Volunteer Protection Program

3.3 Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

3.4 Safety Plan

3.5 Fall Protection

3.6 Electrical Safety

3.7 Depot Required Permits / Approvals

3.8 Confined Spaces

3.9 Lockout / Tagout Procedures

3.10 Protection to Drinking Water System

3.11 Protection of Personnel

3.12 Fire and Emergency Systems

3.13 If an Incident Happens…

3.14 Crane Lift Operations

3.15 Application of Odor Producing Materials

3.16 Voluntary Protection Program

3.17 OSHA Rules and Regulations

3.18 OSHA Fall Protection

3.19 Standards for Electrical Safety

3.20 Safety Video

3.21 Personal Protective Equipment

3.22 Accident Reporting

3.23 Pre-Work Conference

1.0 Environmental Protection Requirements: In addition to the following conditions, the contractor shall provide and maintain, during the life of the contract environmental protection. Plan for and provide environmental protective measures during normal construction practice. Plan for and provide environmental protective measures required to correct conditions that develop during the construction of permanent or temporary environmental features associated with the project. Comply with all Federal, State of Pennsylvania, and local environmental regulations pertaining to the environment, including but not limited to, hazardous waste, storm-water discharge, erosion control, water, air, soil, and noise pollution.

Standard Specifications for Projects Under the National Environmental Policy Act in Accordance with 32 CFR 651 Proponent ELTY-ISR-E

****Spill Response Procedures 1-2- 3****

1. Stop work

2. Call 911

3. Evacuate Area

*********Damaged Asbestos?********* Call Environmental Branch (EB) at

615-7098

*******Environmental Questions?******

Call EB 615-7098

1.1 Air Pollution Control

The contractor must control fugitive emissions, including dust, during the course of their contract. The contractor must obtain approval from the Environmental Branch (EB) prior to exhausting equipment to the outside. The contractor must not allow any pollutant or particulate matter to be released to the atmosphere at levels that are visible from outside of Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD). The contractor must not perform work that will release pollutants or particulate matter to the atmosphere when the wind speed exceeds ten miles per hour and will result in adverse effects to the surrounding areas.

TYAD will monitor the wind speed; it is the contractor’s responsibility to obtain wind speed information through the Contracting Officer Representative (POC).

1.2 Asbestos

The contractor must ensure that all materials used in the performance of this contract are asbestos-free.

Unless specified in the contract, the contractor must not disturb any existing Asbestos- Containing Material (ACM) in the performance of this contract. If ACM, or suspect ACM might be disturbed in performance of this contract, the contractor must avoid coming in contact with the material and immediately notify the POC and the Contract Administrator in writing. The POC must coordinate with EB to have the material tested to determine if there is ACM. If the material is determined to be ACM and the contractor cannot avoid disturbing the material, the POC will notify the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer will direct a change pursuant to the contract clauses entitled “Changes” and “Differing Site Conditions.” If ACM, or suspect ACM has been disturbed, the contractor must immediately notify the POC and call the EB. The contractor will shut down and not move any equipment or supplies near the damaged ACM. The contractor will evacuate all non-contaminated contractor personnel from the immediate vicinity. Any contractor personnel thought to be contaminated with asbestos must remain in the area until the EB responds. If the damaged material is determined to be ACM and there is potential for further damage, the Contracting Officer will direct a change pursuant to the clauses of the contract clauses entitled “Changes” and “Differing Site Conditions.”

Asbestos abatement required under the contract as originally awarded must be in accordance with United Facilities Guide Specification 02 83 14 00 10 and as otherwise required in the contract. Asbestos abatement not required under the contract as originally awarded, can be incorporated into the existing contract via contract modification, or by the Government taking responsibility for the asbestos abatement.

The method of acquiring the abatement is at the discretion of the Government. The contractor must have an asbestos abatement work plan that has been approved by EB prior to beginning any asbestos abatement work.

1.3 Backflow

The contractor shall have a backflow prevention device installed on all contractor equipment that is connected to Tobyhanna Army Depot’s (TYAD) water distribution system. The contractor shall have a water meter installed to monitor water consumption during all phases of the contract. Water use will be reported monthly to the Environmental Branch.

1.4 Burning

The contractor must not burn refuse and debris anywhere on TYAD.

1.5 Buy Recycled-Content Materials

The Contractor must comply with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Section 6002 (42 U.S.C. 6962, Federal Procurement) in the acquisition of materials with recycled content to meet the standards of Executive Order 13423, Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management; January 26, 2007.

Specific designated items in this contract for which recycled content standards have been established have been set forth in the specification (e.g., insulation, roofing materials, carpet, carpet pad, paint, floor tiles, shower and restroom dividers).

Recovered Material Certification: As required by the RCRA, the contractor must certify that the percentage of recovered materials to be used in the performance of the contract will be at least the amount required by the applicable contract specifications (see Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Provision 52.223-4, Recovered Material Certification). Prior to application for final payment, the contractor must provide a report in accordance with FAR Clause 52.223-9, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Designated Items, to the Contracting Office. Compliance with this program does not relieve the contractor from meeting all other specification requirements.

1.6. Cultural Resources

The contractor must not adversely affect any property listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) or properties eligible for inclusion on the NRHP without consultation and approval from the EB through the POC. If there is a discovery of any historic properties, including archeological sites and graveyards, work will cease immediately until requirements of National Historic Preservation Act, as amended, have been met. All archaeological artifacts found at TYAD or TYAD-controlled properties are U. S. Government property until a determination is made otherwise.

1.7. Demolition Notification

If a project involves the demolition of any load-bearing structural members, whether or not asbestos is present, 25 days prior to the demolition, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Asbestos Abatement and Demolition/Renovation Notification Form 2700- FM-AQ0021 must be submitted to EB as specified in the Unified Facilities Guide Specification 02 83 14 00 10. The contractor may obtain a copy of the form from the

EB.

1.8. Drinking Water

The contractor must not perform any work on the TYAD potable water system prior to obtaining approval from the EB and the Installation Planning and Maintenance Division certified operator through the POC. If a permit is required due to construction or proposed chemical feed changes, it will be the responsibility of the contractor to obtain all permits associated with the project. Permit applications will first be reviewed and approved by the Environmental Branch before being submitted to regulatory authorities.

Any piping or additions added to the TYAD water system must be disinfected following American Water Works Association circular C651-05 "Disinfecting Water Mains."

Construction will be kept outside of drinking water wellhead protection zones when feasible. All new buildings and remodeled buildings will be equipped with a water meter that can easily be read from the exterior of the building.

1.9 Endangered Species

The contractor is responsible for meeting requirements of the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The contractor must not disturb any endangered species, their habitat or offspring during the implementation of this contract.

1.10 Emergency/Spills

All emergencies and spills must be reported to the TYAD Fire Department by calling 911 from a TYAD phone or (570) 615-7300. If a 911 call is placed on a cell phone, the call will go to the Monroe County Emergency Office. Notify the Monroe County Emergency Office that you are at TYAD and the call will be forwarded to TYADs Fire Department. The contractor must ensure all personnel working on site are trained in the proper procedure according to 29 CFR 1910.120 (if applicable) to initiate a spill response to handle the hazardous substances they are working with. The contractor will take the necessary actions to prevent and contain spills of hazardous materials.

1.11 Energy Efficiency

The Energy Policy Act of 2005 section 109 and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 require all new construction at federal facilities to be 30% better than ASHRAE 90.1. Energy Policy Act of 2005 section 104 and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 require all new equipment to be Energy Star qualified when available. This is applicable to heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, plumbing, building materials, lighting, commercial food service equipment and appliances.

1.12 Environmental Automation and Control Systems

The contractor will not alter, modify, remove or tamper with any environmental automation or control system unless previous arrangement have been made with EB.

This includes sensors, programmable logic controllers, equipment housing, power supplies, meters or other hardware/sensor technology.

1.13 Erosion and Sedimentation Control

The contractor shall protect streams, lakes and wetlands from sediment discharges caused by the contractor's activities. The contractor shall also provide (where applicable) an erosion and sedimentation control plan in compliance with state and local laws and regulations, to the POC for approval prior to executing any soil-disturbing activities. The contractor must submit a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) prior to any construction activity that encompasses more than one acre. All permits must be reviewed and approved by the EB prior to being sent to any regulatory authority. The contractor shall not disturb any wetlands. Contractor will remove all silt fencing and other temporary control measures once the site is stabilized. Contractor will remove all spoils from TYAD unless a previously approved disposal site has been established. The contract POC will be responsible for management and control of the spoils disposal site.

1.14 Fluorescent and Mercury-Bearing Lamps

The contractor is to collect, containerize, manage and recycle fluorescent and mercury-bearing lamps in accordance with 40 CFR 273, Standards for Universal Waste Management. A copy of the manifest/Bill of Lading must be given to the EB through the

POC five days in advance of shipment by the contractor so that it can be reviewed for accuracy and completeness. The contractor must install low mercury bulbs when available.

1.15 Hazardous Materials Stored and Labeled

The contractor must ensure all hazardous materials (HM) at the work site are properly stored and labeled. The contractor must not leave any HM behind at the completion of the job for any reason. HM must not be stored outside without adequate secondary containment and shelter.

1.16 Hazardous Waste

The contractor must ensure that all hazardous wastes (HW) at the work site are properly stored and labeled in a pre-approved location designated by the EB. The contractor must provide copies of any shipping documents for HW/Universal Waste/Toxic Substances Control Act waste. If the TYAD EPA number is being used for shipping purposes, only EB is authorized to sign a manifest and the manifest (or copy) must be supplied prior to the day of shipment for review. The EB will keep originals. If HW or waste requiring special handling (e.g., asbestos) is being turned over to the government for disposal, the contactor must notify the EB through the POC when the waste is ready to be moved.

1.17 ISO 14001

TYAD is an ISO 14001 certified facility. All contractor and subcontractor employees on site must comply with TYAD Regulation 200-5, “Environmental Management System (EMS).” The contractor may obtain these regulations through the project POC.

1.18 Limit of Disturbance

The contractor must confine the limit of disturbance of the project to the smallest area possible.

1.19 Mercury-Bearing Equipment

The contractor must not install any equipment, switches, or devices (including thermostats) that contain mercury or lead.

1.20 Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)

The contractor must submit SDSs for all hazardous materials proposed for use, including paints, solvents, adhesives, etc., to the EB through the POC five working days prior to material being brought on post. The contractor must keep a copy of all MSDSS required for the project at the jobsite.

1.21 Migratory Bird Protection

The contractor is responsible for meeting requirements of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (as amended). The contractor must not disturb any migratory bird, their nesting area or offspring during the implementation of this contract.

1.22 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permits The contractor must not perform any work on existing NPDES structures or treatment units unless previously approved in writing by the Installation Planning and Maintenance Division certified operators and the Environmental Branch. This includes work within the sewage treatment plant, sewage lift stations, sewage conveyance pipes. Industrial Operations Facility pretreatment plant and storm water sewer systems. If a permit is required, it will be the responsibility of the contractor to obtain all permits prior to work being performed. All permit application packages must first be reviewed by the Environmental Branch prior to being sent to any regulatory authority.

1.23 Net Zero Water

The contractor will minimize the use of potable water during the construction project.

Water used during the construction project will be monitored and measured using portable water meters if possible. Installed restroom equipment will consist of high-efficiency fixtures that use reduced volumes of water. Employ strategies that in aggregate use 20% less water than the water use baseline calculated for the building after meeting the Energy Policy Act of 1992 fixture performance requirements.

Automatic hands-free flushometers will not be used. Water-free urinals will not be used.

Flushometers will be the piston variety that fail in the closed position. New building construction and renovations will include installation of a water meter that is capable of being read from the outside of the building.

1.24 Noise

The contractor must not allow the noise level to exceed 65 decibels at any point outside TYAD property. If noise levels exceed 65 decibels, a plan must be prepared by the contractor to mitigate the noise levels and submit to the EB for approval through the POC. The contractor will monitor the fence line to confirm this limit.

1.25 Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS)

The contractor must be responsible for ensuring that all personnel who perform maintenance and repair activities on refrigeration equipment have been trained and certified by an EPA-approved Section 608 program. The contractor must not use Class I or Class II ODS or install equipment that contains Class I or II ODS.

1.26 Paints

The contractor must not use paints containing zinc chromate or strontium chromate pigments and paints containing lead in excess of 0.06 percent by weight of the total nonvolatile content (calculated as lead metal).

1.27 Pest Management

At no time during the execution of this contract must the contractor provide a food source or harborage for any pests. The contractor must coordinate through the POC to the EB prior to application any pesticide usage. Pesticides are required to be approved by the EB. The contractor must report all usage of pesticides through the POC to the EB. After completion of the contract, the contractor must ensure there is no passage for pests to enter facilities or structures related to work performed by the contractor.

1.28 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

The contractor must not bring items containing PCBs onto TYAD. Light ballasts that are clearly marked "Contains no PCBs," or that are marked with a manufacture date after 1978 must be disposed of by the contractor as construction demolition debris. Any light ballast that is not marked as containing no PCBs that has a manufacture date prior to 1978, or that cannot be determined whether it contains PCBs, must be disposed of by the contractor at an approved and licensed facility for PCBs. The contractor must submit a shipping manifest and certificate of disposal of the PCB-containing items to the EB through the POC.

1.29 Recycling

The contractor must comply with TYADs general recycling plan for recyclable materials such as aluminum, steel, cardboard, paper, plastic and wood. The contractor should contact the EB for additional information on the recycling of materials through the POC.

The POC will coordinate with EB to have the contractor recycle metals, cardboard, etc., through TYADs recycling program. All Construction and Demolition (C&D) material transferred from a construction project into the TYAD recycling program must be segregated and material type and weights submitted to the project POC for consolidation. Any material entering the TYAD recycling program that is not documented and properly reported will be absorbed into the TYAD recycling program and not count towards the C&D requirement of the project. Clean wood shall be recycled by the contractor off TYAD property.

1.30 Refuse and Construction Demolition Debris Removal and Disposal During the performance of all construction, renovation and demolition projects, a minimum of 50 percent of all non-hazardous construction demolition debris shall be diverted from the landfill for reuse or recycling. FY15 will require a minimum of 60% diversion. The contractor shall provide written certification to the POC of the type and tonnage of debris reused or recycled from the contract. All refuse and the construction demolition debris not recovered for reuse or recycling shall be disposed of at a PADEP permitted and Monroe County Municipal Waste Management Authority authorized facility. The contractor shall comply with the Monroe County Solid Waste Management Plan and PA Act 90, including all licensing requirements. The contractor shall provide a disposal certificate or landfill weight slip to the POC for all solid waste disposed of during the performance of this contract. The POC will then provide copies of the disposal certificate or landfill weight slips with the quarterly consolidated C&D report from The Installation Planning and Maintenance Division to EB.

1.31 Removal Materials

The contractor must remove from the site prior to the acceptance of work by the Government, all materials not identified to remain in place, including excess paints, building materials and equipment purchased by the contractor for the execution of this project.

1.32 Site Preservation and Restoration

The contractor must ensure that the land resources associated under this contract be preserved in their present condition, or be restored to a like condition after completion of construction. This post construction appearance will appear to be natural and not detract from the appearance of the project.

1.33 Trees and Shrubs Protection

The contractor must be responsible for the protection of all trees and shrubs on site.

The contractor must not allow any heavy equipment, vehicular traffic or stockpiling of materials within ten feet from the drip line of any tree. The contractor must not allow any toxic materials to be stored within 100 feet (35.5 meters) of the drip line of any tree.

The contractor must not nail protective devices, signs, utility boxes or other objects to trees to be retained on the site.

1.34 Unexploded Ordnance (UXO)

All work that is done in the UXO area must include the support and clearance by a UXO technician. In addition, all personnel entering the UXO area must have UXO recognition training. The POC will escort the contractor to the EB for UXO recognition training. The POC will provide a map of the UXO area to the contractor.

1.35 Water Quality

The contractor shall not pollute streams, lakes or reservoirs. All work under this contract shall be performed in such a manner that pollution will not be created in streams, surface waters or underground water located within, or adjacent to the project area. The contractor shall not spill, emit, dump or otherwise discharge any hazardous, toxic, harmful or unauthorized pollutant, substance or material, including petroleum products, cleaning agents or paints, onto the ground, into the air or into any waters or nearby storm drain. The contractor shall execute any preventative measures required to prevent any hazardous, toxic or harmful material stored or used on the project site from entering any stormwater drain. Nothing shall be allowed to spill, emit, dump or otherwise discharge any hazardous, toxic or harmful material or pollutant into any sink, toilet, drain, utility or receptacle without written permission from the EB through the POC. The contractor shall protect streams, lakes and wetlands from sediment discharges caused by his activities.

2.0 Security Requirements

2.1 Antiterrorism (AT) / Operations Security (OPSEC) Requirements

All security training certificates shall be provided to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (POC)/Point of Contact (POC) and the Contract Specialist/Purchasing Agent.

2.2 Antiterrorism (AT) Level I Training. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training prior to contract report date. This training is required for any additional or new contractor employees, who start after that period. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the POC within 10 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT level I awareness training is available at the following website:

https://jkodirect.jten.mil for CAC holders. Non-CAC holders may go to http://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html for their training. Upon request, the contractor will be provided one copy of the AT level I training slides for use with employees who may not have computer access. TYAD will not be responsible for printing copies of slides for training purposes. TYAD reserves the right to provide instructor led training and will so advise the contractor within one week of the start of performance or at the time of annual training, if that will be the training approach to be utilized. Completion of contractor employee training will be documented on ELTY form 583, TYAD On-Post Training Record, or contractor equivalent. As applicable, contractor employees must complete annual AT awareness training as it pertains the length of the contract.

2.3 iWATCH Army Training. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local i WATCH Army Program. This will consist of utilizing the tools and media products on the informational iWATCH Army website to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the POC/POC. The iWATCH training is available at the following website: https://myarmyonesource.com select Family Programs and Services, in the drop down boxes select: Go To, iWATCH Army –“See Something, Say Something”.

Additional guidance and support can be provided by the TYAD Antiterrorism Officer (ATO) at the contractor’s request. The contractor shall notify the POC/POC within 10 calendar days of the completed training for any new employees or subcontractor personnel to assure the ELTY form 583 or contractor equivalent is properly documented. TYAD reserves the right to provide instructor led training and will so advise the contractor within one week of the start of performance or at the time of annual training, if that will be the training approach to be utilized. Completion of contractor employee training will be documented on ELTY form 583, TYAD On-Post Training Record or contractor equivalent.

2.4 Operations Security (OPSEC) Training. Per AR 530-1, Operations Security, contractor employees must complete Level I OPSEC training prior to the contract report date and for any additional or new contractor employees, who start after that period. All contractor employees must also complete annual OPSEC awareness training. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the POC/POC within 10 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. The contractor will be provided a copy of the OPSEC training slides for use with employees who may not have computer access. TYAD will not be responsible for printing copies of slides for training purposes. TYAD reserves the right to provide instructor led training and will so advise the contractor within one week of the start of performance or at the time of annual training, if that will be the training approach to be utilized. Completion of contractor employee training will be documented on ELTY form 583, TYAD On-Post Training Record or contractor equivalent.

2.5 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by TYAD Security Branch. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA, and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by the government representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

3.0 Safety.

Contractor Safety Standards For TYAD

January 2018

Below are the contractor requirements for any work done on Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD). It is the responsibility of the contractor to enforce the below requirements.

Failure to enforce safety requirements on the depot can result in termination of the contract.

Please note a major change for January 2018:

All contractor supervision including subcontractors must have completed the OSHA 10 hour occupational safety and health standards for the construction industry. Copies of the certificates must be submitted with the site safety plan before construction starts.

Important phone numbers

Emergency: 911 (or from a cell phone: 570-615-7117) Security: 570-615-7550 Fire Department: 570-615-7300 Safety: 570 615 7027

3.1 General Safety Requirements:

Contractors shall comply with:

1. Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations-1910 (OSHA General Industry Standards), Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations-1926 (Construction Industry Standards), National Fire Protection Association Codes,Uniform Facilities Code,

2. Other codes as required to maintain safety standards.

3. Tobyhanna Army depot has restrictions on the use of fossil fuels in all buildings.

The contractor must follow the TYAD fossil fuel memorandum of understanding.

4. All direct construction supervision must have completed the OSHA 10 hour safety course for construction. These certificates must be submitted with the site safety plan BEFORE construction starts.

3.2 OSHA Voluntary Protection Program STAR Site

Tobyhanna Army Depot is an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) site. Tobyhanna Army Depot requires full contractor compliance with all safety regulations and standards. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining, monitoring and enforcing all rules, regulations and codes.

3.3 Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) –

Prior to the start of work, the contractor shall prepare a JHA for each phase of work that will be done under the contract. A phase is any operations involving a certain type of work. Some examples would be demolition, excavation, masonry work, concrete pouring, roofing, and electrical wiring. Work done by each subcontractor is also a phase. The JHA will:

1. List the activity being performed and identify the sequence of work steps,

2. List the hazards associated with each step, and the procedures and training required to eliminate or reduce the risk to an acceptable level.

NOTE: Review of the JHAs does not constitute approval of the adequacy of the safety measures identified for the job or compliance with OSHA rules and regulations.

3.4 Safety Plan –

Contractors will submit a written Contractor Safety Plan prior to beginning construction.

The plan must follow the guidelines in OSHA 1926. Highlights:

1. Who will implement the plan, including who is responsible for safety and accident prevention.

2. A means for coordinating and controlling subcontractors, and suppliers.

3. Safety training.

4. Who will investigate accidents.

5. Emergency response.

6. Job site cleanup and safe access.

7. Public safety requirements such as signs and barricades.

3.5 Fall Protection –

1. Personnel performing any work on elevated surfaces, six (6) feet or more above a lower level, shall comply with 29CFR 1926.500 through 1926.503.

2. There are no certified anchorage points or permanent guardrail systems on any Tobyhanna Army Depot roof. Most roofs of the depot are more than 20 feet high.

Contractors and their employees must be protected from falling off the edge of the roof, regardless of how briefly the employees are at the edge of the roof.

3.6 Electrical Safety

Follow the current Tobyhanna Army Depot standard. This standard is based on NFPA 70E.

3.7 Depot Required Permits/Approvals:

Permits are required for:

1. Excavation: Contractors must utilize the PA 1 Call system and coordinate with contracting officer representative (COR) for excavations prior to any groundbreaking including digging, drilling and stake driving. See appendix L for permitting details.

2. Trenching: Contractors must obtain approval from the Safety Branch before any trenching deeper than 5 feet. The contractor must have a trenching plan and the appropriate safety equipment. The contractor is to request approval from the Safety Branch by e-mail through the contracting officer representative.

3. Burning/fire: Hot work permits must be obtained daily from the Fire Department.

4. Use of cranes on the depot: see S.10.13

5. Army Radiation Permits Non-Army agencies (including other military Services, vendors, and civilian contractors) require an ARP to use, store, or possess ionizing radiation sources on Tobyhanna Army Depot (see 32 CFR 655). Non-Army applicants will apply by letter with supporting documentation to the Depot Commander. The letter should be submitted so that the Depot Commander receives the application at least 30 days before the requested start date of the permit. The ARP application will specify start and stop dates for the ARP and describe the intended use of the RAM.

For sealed sources of radiation, i.e. Moisture Soil Density Gauges, the application must include a valid Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Radioactive Materials License that allows the applicant to use the source as specified in the ARP application, current leak test certificates, operator training records and calibration certificates for any equipment that may be utilized at Tobyhanna Army Depot.

For machine produced ionizing radiation sources, i.e. X-ray Equipment, the application must include the appropriate state authorization that allows the applicant to use the source as specified in the ARP application along with operator training records and calibration certificates for any equipment that may be utilized at Tobyhanna Army Depot.

ARPs will not be issued for more than 12 months at a time.

3.8 Confined Spaces:

Contractors must follow all OSHA requirements. The contractor must request access from TYAD Safety Branch before entering any confined space area. The contractor is to request approval from the Safety Branch by e-mail through the contracting officer representative.

Upon completion, the contractor will notify SOHO and discussed whether any new hazards were added to the confined space.

3.9 LOCKOUT/TAGOUT Procedure: -

The Contractor shall perform this work in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.147, The Control of Hazardous Energy.

Important points:

Notify the COR that a lockout/tagout system is going to be used.

The contractor is to request the COR to notify them if TYAD is using any lockouts/tag outs in the construction area.

Locate and identify all isolating devices.

Shut down the equipment normally.

Isolate all energy using appropriate methodology.

After all work is complete, remove the energy isolating device and restore the equipment to service.

Notify the COR that energy is again restored.

3.10 Protection To The Drinking Water System:

The contractor will not perform any work on the depot potable water system until prior approval is obtained from the Environmental Branch and the certified operator through the Directorate, Installation Services COR.

3.11 Protection of Personnel: -

At no time is any depot employee to be put at risk to illness or injury. No construction actions are exempt from this requirement.

1. Where pedestrian and driver safety is endangered, use appropriate traffic barricades.

Anchor barricades to prevent displacement by wind. Notify the COR prior to beginning such work.

2. Where demolition is required, continuously evaluate the condition of the structure being demolished and take action to protect personnel working around the project site.

No structural element will be left standing without sufficient support to prevent collapse.

3. Personal Protective Equipment for visitors: three complete sets of personal protective equipment shall be available to visitors for entry to the regulated area.

Visitors shall be provided with training equivalent to that provided to Contractor employees in the use of personal protective equipment and the site safety and health requirements.

3.12 Fire and Emergency Services: -

Hot work permits to be issued by the fire department between the hours of 0800 and 1600.

1. Contractors required must have to an appropriate number and correct type of fire extinguishers.

2. A fire watch must be set during the hot work and for 30 minutes after operation.

The fire department will be notified when flammable or hazardous materials are used.

3. Use of a plasma torch will require special approval by the fire department.

4. Any fire, even one that is extinguished must be reported to the fire department.

5. Ambulance services provided at a cost to contractors and the fire department will transport to the nearest hospital. Advanced life support, helicopter transport, etc. is all at the contractor's expense.

6. The fire department will respond to the fire, ambulance, hazmat and confined space incidents.

3.13 If An Incident Happens: -

1. Any serious injury or medical emergency:

a. Dial 911 and give accurate location and nature of emergency. Make sure to tell the operator that you are calling from Tobyhanna Army Depot.

b. Send someone to the nearest exit to assist responders.

c. Treat victims to the best of your ability.

d. Call the work order desk at 570-615-7805 if there is any blood or body fluids that must be cleaned up.

2. In the event of the smell of natural gas:

a. Call the fire company at 570-615-7117 or dial 911.

b. Have all personnel evacuate the area, if the smell is significant.

c. Assist the fire company to determine the leak as appropriate.

3. In the case of a fire:

a. If the fire is small, use a fire extinguisher.

b. Otherwise, dial 911 and pull the fire alarm.

c. Evacuate the building.

3.14 Crane Lift Operations at Tobyhanna Army Depot:

A Lift Plan for Crane Operations will be submitted to the Safety and Occupational Health Office (SOHO) at least five business days prior to a lift operation. It shall include:

1. A description of the operation to be performed, specific personnel assignments (Lift Director, Safety Coordinator, Operator, rigger, etc.) and signaling and any other details pertaining to activities during the lift.

2. A drawn Site Plan with specifications including work zone, support equipment locations, evacuation area, traffic control, electrical power line clearances (if applicable), lift path, surface conditions at crane location, etc.

3. Training/Certifications (scans) for crane operator and other lift-team members included in the lift operation.

4. Equipment nomenclature and a certificate of comprehensive annual inspection records, including any deficiencies and corrective action.

5. Load chart for crane, with target capacities specific to the crane/boom configuration and lift details clearly marked.

6. Lift calculations, including rigging components and configuration.

7. Weather conditions are always part of the ongoing safety assessment and may result in rescheduling of the lift.

8. Only approved operators are allowed to operate or move the crane for any reason.

A Production Lift Plan pertains to repetitive lifts within a work project, and may be outlined with one lift plan depicting the nomenclature and general capacities of the equipment to be utilized. Besides the 7 items above, the plan will also include how often the crane will be used and how traffic and personnel safety will be handled.

3.15 Application of any Odor Producing Material:

Any application of any paint, epoxy, adhesive or anything else that produces a offensive odor must be coordinated with the COR or POC before starting. This is particularly true of the construction work in a building occupied by Tobyhanna employees.

THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR JOB-SITE SAFETY.

IN ANY CONFLICT BETWEEN STANDARDS, THE STRICTER OF THE TWO SHALL

APPLY. IF UNSURE CONTACT TYAD SOHO at 570-615-7027

3.16 Voluntary Protection Program. TYAD is an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) site. Accordingly, TYAD expects and requires full Contractor compliance with all applicable safety regulations and standards. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and enforcing full compliance.

3.17 OSHA Rules and Regulations. Contractors must comply with all Department of Labor and OSHA Rules and Regulations, 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) 1910 (General Industries), and/or 1926 (Construction), and all applicable sections of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes.

3.18 OSHA Fall Protection. In regard to OSHA Fall Protection requirements, the following shall be noted. Personnel performing any type of construction (29 CFR 1926) or general industrial work on elevated surfaces or platforms, over 6 feet, must adhere strictly to Occupational Safety and Health Standards, specifically 29 CFRs, Part 1926, Sections 500, 501 and 502.

3.19 Standards for Electrical Safety. Particular attention is directed to NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces. Contractor shall fully comply with all sections of this standard, including but not limited to; PART I, Chapter 2 - Ground Fault Protection for Personnel on Construction Sites, PART I, Chapter 3-7.1 - Use of Flexible Cords and Cables, PART II, Chapter 2-3 - Working On or Near Electrical Conductors or Circuit Parts, PART II, Chapter 5 - Lockout/Tagout Practices and Devices.

3.20 Safety Video. All Contractors are required to view a Government Furnished Safety Video prior to any work performed on the Depot.

3.21 Personal Protective Equipment

All standard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required shall be provided by the Contractor at Contractors expense. Standard PPE includes but is not limited to protective eyewear, hearing protection, and safety shoes. Notwithstanding, the Contractor is responsible for determining the adequacy of the identified PPE and for determining the need for any additional PPE.

3.22 Accident Reporting. All accidents resulting in injury of any type shall be immediately reported to the COR, Contracting Administrator, and the Contracting Officer.

3.23 Pre-Work Conference. Prior to the initiation of any work under this contract, the contractor shall meet with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) at a time, date, and location established by the COR for the purpose of coordinating the initiation of work.

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