01 35 26 Safety and Occupational Health Requirements

SECTION 01 35 26

SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

(05/2015)

PART 1: GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.2 REQUIRED COMPLIANCE

1.3 REFERENCES

1.4 PAYMENT

1.5 SUBMITTALS

1.6 DEFINITIONS

1.7 ALCOHOL AND DRUGS

1.8 SITE QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND MEETINGS

1.8.1 Personnel Qualifications

1.8.2 Personnel Duties

1.8.3 Meetings

1.9 Job Order Contracts (JOC)TASK ORDER REQUIREMENTS

1.10 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP)

1.10.1 EM 385-1-1 Contents

1.11 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA)

1.12 DISPLAY OF SAFETY INFORMATION

1.13 SITE SAFETY REFERENCE MATERIALS

1.14 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

1.15 REPORTS

1.15.1 Mishap Reporting and Investigation

1.15.2 Accident Notification

1.15.3 Monthly Exposure Reports

1.15.4 Crane Reports

1.16 HOT WORK

PART 2: PRODUCTS

PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION AND/OR OTHER WORK

3.1.1 Required Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment

3.1.2 Hazardous Material Exclusions

3.1.3 Unforeseen Hazardous Material

3.2 FALL HAZARD PROTECTION AND PREVENTION PROGRAM

3.2.1 Training

3.2.2 Fall Protection Equipment and Systems

3.2.3 Personal Fall Arrest Equipment

3.2.4 Fall Protection for Roofing Work

3.2.5 Existing Anchorage

3.2.6 Horizontal Lifelines

3.2.7 Guardrails and Safety Nets

3.2.8 Rescue and Evacuation Procedures

3.3 EQUIPMENT

3.3.1 Material Handling Equipment

3.3.2 Weight Handling Equipment

3.4 EXCAVATIONS

3.4.1 Utility Locations

3.4.2 Utility Location Verification

3.4.3 Shoring Systems

3.4.4 Trenching Machinery

3.5 UTILITIES WITHIN CONCRETE SLABS

3.6 ELECTRICAL

3.6.1 Conduct of Electrical Work

3.6.2 Portable Extension Cords

3.7 WORK IN CONFINED SPACES

SECTION 01 35 26 – Safety & Occupational Health Requirements (05/2015)

PART 1: GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable local, state, and national

(host nation) laws; this specification; and the latest EM 385-1-1, U.S. Army

Corps of Engineers SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS MANUAL.

Contractors are the “Controlling Authority”, responsible for all work site safety and health, including that of subcontractors and shall inform all subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the contract and the penalties for noncompliance, coordinating the work to prevent one craft from interfering with or creating hazardous working conditions for other crafts, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities are being carried out.

1.2 REQUIRED COMPLIANCE

Failure to comply with the requirements of this contract, including the contractors Accident Prevention Plan after its acceptance by the Contracting

Officer will be considered sufficient cause for stopping any or all work until satisfactory compliance has been achieved.

All Quality Control, Safety, Superintendents, and contractor/subcontractor personnel are subject to removal at any time based on the sole discretion of the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with these requirements, including failure to perform the duties prescribed by the contract. Removal shall not be subject to appeal by the contractor. If the SSHO is dismissed, no construction work shall be performed pending approval of a suitable replacement.

The Contractor shall be solely responsible for any delays or additional costs incurred as a result of any work stoppage, removal or dismissal of any personnel for non-compliance with these requirements.

1.3 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS (ASSE/SAFE)

ASSE/SAFE A10.32 Fall Protection

ASSE/SAFE A10.34 Protection of the Public on or Adjacent to

Construction Sites

ASSE/SAFE Z359.1 Safety Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest

Systems, Subsystems and Components

ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)

ASME B30.22 Articulating Boom Cranes

ASME B30.3 Construction Tower Cranes

ASME B30.5 Mobile and Locomotive Cranes

ASME B30.8 Floating Cranes and Floating Derricks

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

NFPA 241 Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and

Demolition Operations

NFPA 51B Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other

Hot Work

NFPA 70 National Electrical Code

NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 Safety Safety and Health Requirements

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

10 CFR 20 Standards for Protection Against Radiation

29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

29 CFR 1910.146 Permit-required Confined Spaces

29 CFR 1915 Confined and Enclosed Spaces and Other Dangerous

Atmospheres in Shipyard Employment

29 CFR 1919 Gear Certification

29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

29 CFR 1926.500 Fall Protection

1.4 PAYMENT

Separate payment will not be made for compliance with this specification, and all associated costs will be included in the applicable Bid Schedule unit or lump-sum prices.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for Contractor Quality approval.

Government acceptance is required for submittals with a "G, A" designation.

When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.

The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Accident Prevention Plan (APP); G, A

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA): G, A

Crane Critical Lift Plan; G, A

Proof of qualification for Crane Operators; G, A

SD-06 Test Reports

Reports: Submit reports as their incidence occurs, in accordance with the requirements of the paragraph entitled, "Reports."

Accident Reports G, A

Monthly Exposure Reports

Crane Reports

Regulatory Citations and Violations

SD-07 Certificates

Confined Space Entry Permit

Hot Work Permit

License Certificates

1.6 DEFINITIONS

a. Competent Person for Fall Protection. A person who is capable of identifying hazardous or dangerous conditions in the personal fall arrest system or any component thereof, as well as their application and use with related equipment, and has the authority to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate the hazards of falling.

b. High Visibility Accident. Any mishap which may generate publicity and/or high visibility.

c. Medical Treatment. Treatment administered by a physician or by registered professional personnel under the standing orders of a physician.

Medical treatment does not include first aid treatment even if provided by a physician or registered personnel.

d. Recordable Injuries or Illnesses. Any work-related injury or illness that results in:

(1) Death, regardless of the time between the injury and death, or the length of the illness;

(2) Days away from work (any time lost after day of injury/illness onset);

(3) Restricted work;

(4) Transfer to another job;

(5) Medical treatment beyond first aid;

(6) Loss of consciousness; or

(7) A significant injury or illness diagnosed by a physician or other licensed health care professional, even if it did not result in (1) through (6) above.

e. "USACE" property and equipment specified in USACE EM 385-1-1 should be interpreted as Government property and equipment.

1.7 ALCOHOL AND DRUGS

Alcohol and illegal drugs shall not be allowed on the job site.

The contractor shall:

(1) Ensure that no employee, including those of subcontractors or any other visitor to the job site uses illegal drugs or consumes alcohol during work hours.

(2) After accidents, collect blood, urine, or saliva specimens and test the injured and involved employees for the influence of drugs and alcohol. A copy of the test shall be made available to the

Contracting Officer upon request.

1.8 SITE QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND MEETINGS

1.8.1 Personnel Qualifications

1.8.1.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Provide a site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to perform safety and occupational health management, surveillance, inspections, and safety enforcement for the Contractor. The SSHO shall have a minimum of 5 years safety work on similar projects; 30-hour OSHA construction safety class* within the last 5 years. The SSHO shall maintain their competency through having taken 8 hours of documented formal, on-line, or self-study safety and health related coursework every year.

If the original contract or task order price exceeds 1.5 Million Euros or

1.5 Million US Dollars, the SSHO shall be assigned no other duties. The

SSHO may be assigned other duties if the contract or task order price does not exceed 1.5 Million Euros or 1.5 Million US Dollars only with the prior approval of the Contracting Officer. For ID/IQ or task order contracts, see also Paragraph 1.9.

* If Host Nation equivalent training is substituted, course information and description shall be submitted through the COR to the Europe District Safety

Manager for review of acceptability prior to the appointment of the SSHO.

1.8.1.2 Competent Person for Confined Space Entry

Provide a Confined Space Competent Person (CSCP) meeting the requirements of

EM 385-1-1 who is assigned in writing

1.8.1.3 Crane Operators

Meet the crane operators’ requirements in USACE EM 385-1-1, Section 16. In addition, for mobile cranes with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) rated capacities of 50,000 pounds or greater, designate crane operator as qualified by a source that qualifies crane operators (i.e. union, government agency, or organization that tests and qualifies crane operators). Provide proof of current qualification.

1.8.2 Personnel Duties

1.8.2.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) shall be at the work site at all times and shall

(1) Conduct daily safety and health inspections and maintain a written log which includes area/operation inspected, date of inspection, identified hazards, recommended corrective actions, estimated and actual dates of corrections. Safety inspection logs shall be attached to the Contractors' daily quality control report.

(2) Conduct mishap investigations and complete required reports.

Maintain an accident/injury log such as the OSHA Form 300 or host nation equivalent, and Daily Production reports for prime and sub-contractors.

(3) Maintain applicable safety reference material on the job site.

(4) Attend the pre-construction conference, pre-work meetings including preparatory inspection meeting, and periodic in-progress meetings.

(5) Implement and enforce accepted APP’s and AHA’s. Prior to commencing a new feature of work, conduct training for all affected employees based on the AHA.

(6) Conduct orientation for new employees (prime and sub-contractor) of specific site hazards before they begin work. Documentation of this orientation shall be kept on file at the project site.

(7) Maintain a safety and health deficiency tracking system that monitors outstanding deficiencies until resolution. A list of unresolved safety and health deficiencies shall be posted on the safety bulletin board.

(8) Ensure sub-contractor compliance with safety and health requirements.

1.8.2.2 Superintendent

The project superintendent/site superintendent will be held responsible for compliance with the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with the APP and/or the safety requirements of this contract. In this context the highest level manager responsible for the overall construction activities at the site, including quality and production is the project superintendent. The project superintendent must maintain a physical presence at the site at all times and is responsible for all construction and related activities at the site, except as otherwise acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

1.8.3 Meetings

1.8.3.1 Preconstruction Conference

Contractor representatives who have a responsibility or significant role in accident prevention on the project shall attend the preconstruction conference. This includes the Project Superintendent, SSHO, Quality Control

Supervisor, and any other safety and health professionals who participated in the development of the APP (including the Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and special plans, program and procedures associated with it).

The Contractor shall discuss the details of the submitted APP to include incorporated plans, programs, procedures and a listing of anticipated AHAs that will be developed and implemented during the performance of the contract. This list of proposed AHAs will be reviewed at the conference and an agreement will be reached between the Contractor and the Contracting

Officer's representative as to which phases will require an analysis. In addition, a schedule for the preparation, submittal, review, and acceptance of AHAs shall be established to preclude project delays.

1.8.3.2 Safety Meetings

Conduct and document meetings as required by EM 385-1-1. Attach minutes showing contract title, signatures of attendees and a list of topics discussed to the Contractors’ daily quality control report.

1.9 Job Order Contracts (JOC)TASK ORDER REQUIREMENTS

If this specification is made part of a JOC task order contract, the requirements herein shall apply to each task order issued under this contract. In the event of conflict between this specification and the requirements contained within an individual task order, the requirements of the task order shall govern.

If approved in advance by the Contracting Officer, the contractor shall be responsible for preparing an Accident Prevention Plan which covers the management of the entire contract, with supplements for each task order or location. The SSHO and CSCP may be assigned to multiple task orders provided they comply with the education and experience requirements indicated and be able to reach any job site within 45 minutes. The SSHO shall visit each job site at least twice weekly.

1.10 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP)

The Contractor shall use a qualified person to prepare the written site-specific APP in both English and in the host nation language. Prepare the

APP in accordance with the format and requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1 and as supplemented herein. Cover all paragraph and subparagraph elements in

USACE EM 385-1-1, Appendix "Minimum Basic Outline for Accident Prevention

Plans".

The APP shall be job-specific and shall address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written. Any portions of the Contractor's overall safety and health program referenced in the APP shall be included in the applicable APP element and made site-specific. The

APP shall be signed by the person and firm (senior person) preparing the

APP, the Contractor, the on-site superintendent, the designated site safety and health officer.

Submit the APP to the Contracting Officer 15 calendar days prior to the date of the preconstruction conference for acceptance. No construction work may begin without an accepted APP. Copies of the accepted plan will be maintained at the Contracting Officer's office and at the job site.

The APP shall be continuously reviewed and amended, as necessary, throughout the life of the contract. Unusual or high-hazard activities not identified in the original APP shall be incorporated in the plan as they are discovered. Changes to the accepted APP shall be made only with the written concurrence of the Contracting Officer, project superintendent, SSHO, and

Quality Control Manager. Should any hazard become evident, stop work in the area, secure the area, and develop a plan to remove the hazard. Notify the

Contracting Officer within 24 hours of discovery. In the interim, all necessary action shall be taken to restore and maintain safe working conditions in order to safeguard onsite personnel, visitors, the public, and the environment.

1.10.1 EM 385-1-1 Contents

In addition to the requirements outlines in Appendix A of USACE EM 385-1-1, the following is required:

a. Names and qualifications (resumes including education, training, experience and certifications) of all site safety and health personnel designated to perform work on this project to include the designated site safety and health officer and other competent and qualified personnel to be used. Specify the duties of each position.

b. Qualifications of competent and of qualified persons. As a minimum, designate and submit qualifications of competent persons for each of the following major areas: excavation; scaffolding; fall protection; hazardous energy; confined space; health hazard recognition, evaluation and control of chemical, physical and biological agents; personal protective equipment and clothing to include selection, use and maintenance.

c. Confined Space Entry Plan. Develop a confined and/or enclosed space entry plan in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1 and Host Nation regulatory requirements identified in the contract. Identify the qualified person’s name and qualification, training, and experience. Delineate the qualified person’s authority to direct work stoppage in the event of hazardous conditions. Include procedure for rescue by contractor personnel and the coordination with emergency responders. (If there is no confined space work, include a statement that no confined space work exists and none will be created.)

d. Crane Critical Lift Plan. Prepare and sign weight handling critical lift plans for lifts over 75 percent of the capacity of the crane or hoist

(or lifts over 50 percent of the capacity of a barge mounted mobile crane's hoists) at any radius of lift; lifts involving more than one crane or hoist; lifts of personnel; and lifts involving non-routine rigging or operation, sensitive equipment, or unusual safety risks. The plan shall be submitted 15 calendar days prior to on-site work and include the requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1 and the following:

(1) For lifts of personnel, the plan shall demonstrate compliance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.550(g) and EM 385-1-1.

(2) For barge mounted mobile cranes, barge stability calculations identifying barge list and trim based on anticipated loading; and load charts based on calculated list and trim. The amount of list and trim shall be within the crane manufacturer's requirements.

e. Fall Protection and Prevention (FP&P) Plan. The plan shall be site specific and address all fall hazards in the work place and during different phases of construction. It shall address how to protect and prevent workers from falling to lower levels when they are exposed to fall hazards above 1.8 m (6 feet). A qualified person for fall protection shall prepare and sign the plan. The plan shall include fall protection and prevention systems, equipment and methods employed for every phase of work, responsibilities, assisted rescue, self-rescue and evacuation procedures, training requirements, and monitoring methods. Fall

Protection and Prevention Plan shall be revised every six months for lengthy projects, reflecting any changes during the course of construction due to changes in personnel, equipment, systems or work habits. The accepted Fall Protection and Prevention Plan shall be kept and maintained at the job site for the duration of the project. The Fall Protection and

Prevention Plan shall be included in the Accident Prevention Plan (APP).

1.11 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA)

Before beginning any activity involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous project operations or where a new work crew or subcontractor is to perform the work, activity hazard analysis (AHA) shall be prepared by the Contractor performing the work activity. A Risk

Assessment Code must be assigned to each step, to the risk that remains after controls have been applied (residual risk).

The Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) format shall be in accordance with USACE

EM 385-1-1, Section 01.A.14. Submit the AHA for review at least 15 calendar days prior to the start of each phase. Format subsequent AHA’s as amendments to the APP. The analysis should be used during daily inspections to ensure the implementation and effectiveness of the activity's safety and health controls.

The AHA list will be reviewed periodically (at least monthly) at the

Contractor supervisory safety meeting and updated as necessary when procedures, scheduling, or hazards change.

Develop the activity hazard analyses using the project schedule as the basis for the activities performed. Any activities listed on the project schedule will require an AHA. The AHA's will be developed by the contractor, supplier or subcontractor and provided to the prime contractor for submittal to the Contracting Officer.

Work shall not begin until the AHA with RAC for the work activity has been accepted by the GDA and discussed with all engaged in the activity, including the Contractor, subcontractor(s), and Government on-site representatives at preparatory and initial control phase meetings.

1.12 DISPLAY OF SAFETY INFORMATION

Within 1 calendar day after commencement of work, erect a safety bulletin board at the job site. The safety bulletin board shall include information and be maintained as required by EM 385-1-1, Section 01.A.07

1.13 SITE SAFETY REFERENCE MATERIALS

Maintain safety-related references applicable to the project, including those listed in the article references. Maintain applicable equipment manufacturer's manuals.

1.14 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

Contractors will arrange for their own emergency medical treatment. The

Government has no responsibility to provide emergency medical treatment.

Military medical clinics may provide emergency treatment for serious injuries; the contractor is responsible for coordination with the local military medical clinic prior to mobilization.

1.15 REPORTS

1.15.1 Mishap Reporting and Investigation

A mishap is any unplanned, undesired event that occurs during the course of work being performed. The term “mishap” includes accidents and near misses.

All mishaps will be reported in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 01.D.

For recordable injuries and illnesses, and property damage accidents resulting in at least $2,000 in damages, the Contractor shall conduct an accident investigation to establish the root cause(s) of the accident, complete the USACE Accident Report Form 3394 and provide the report to the

Contracting Officer within 5 calendar day(s) of the accident. The

Contracting Officer will provide copies of any required or special forms.

1.15.2 Accident Notification

Notify the Contracting Officer as soon as practical, but not later than four hours, after any accident meeting the definition of Recordable Injuries or

Illnesses or High Visibility Accidents, property damage equal to or greater than $2,000. Information shall include contractor name; contract title;

type of contract; name of activity, installation or location where accident occurred; date and time of accident; names of personnel injured; extent of property damage, if any; extent of injury, if known, and brief description of accident (to include type of construction equipment used, PPE used, etc.). Preserve the conditions and evidence on the accident site until the

Government investigation team arrives on-site and Government investigation is conducted.

1.15.3 Monthly Exposure Reports

Monthly exposure reporting to the Contracting Officer is required to be attached to the monthly billing request. This report is a compilation of employee-hours worked each month for all site workers, both prime and subcontractor. The Contracting Officer will provide copies of any special forms.

1.15.4 Crane Reports

Submit crane inspection reports required in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-

1, Section 16.D and as specified herein with Daily Reports of Inspections.

1.16 HOT WORK

Prior to performing "Hot Work" (welding, cutting, etc.) or operating other flame-producing/spark producing devices, a written permit shall be requested from the Installation. CONTRACTORS ARE REQUIRED TO MEET ALL CRITERIA BEFORE

A PERMIT IS ISSUED. The Contractor will provide at least two (2) six kilogram ABC rated extinguishers for normal "Hot Work". All extinguishers shall be current inspection tagged, approved safety pin and tamper resistant seal. It is also mandatory to have a designated FIRE WATCH for any "Hot

Work" done at this activity. The Fire Watch shall be trained in fire fighting techniques and remain on-site for a minimum of 120 minutes after completion of the task or as specified on the hot work permit.

When starting work in the facility, Contractors shall require their personnel to familiarize themselves with the location of the nearest fire alarm boxes and place in memory the emergency phone numbers. ANY FIRE, NO

MATTER HOW SMALL, SHALL BE REPORTED TO THE RESPONSIBLE FIRE

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY.

1.17 SEVERE STORM PLAN

In the event of a severe storm warning, the Contractor must:

a. Secure outside equipment and materials and place materials that could be damaged in protected area.

b. Check surrounding area, including roof, for loose material, equipment, debris, and other objects that could be blown away or against existing facilities.

c. Ensure that temporary erosion controls are adequate.

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PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION AND/OR OTHER WORK

Comply with USACE EM 385-1-1, NFPA 241, the APP, the AHA, Host Nation, and other related submittals and activity fire and safety regulations. The most stringent standard prevails

3.1.1 Required Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment

All areas where construction, demolition, alteration, building, or similarly related activities take place, all workers shall have the following minimum personal protective clothing and equipment:

(1) Short sleeve shirt.

(2) Long trousers.

(3) Steel-toed safety boots.

(4) Hard hat.

3.1.2 Hazardous Material Exclusions

Notwithstanding any other hazardous material used in this contract, radioactive materials or instruments capable of producing ionizing/non-ionizing radiation (with the exception of radioactive material and devices used in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1 such as nuclear density meters for compaction testing and laboratory equipment with radioactive sources) as well as materials which contain asbestos, mercury or polychlorinated biphenyls, di-isocynates, lead-based paint are prohibited. The

Contracting Officer, upon written request by the Contractor, may consider exceptions to the use of any of the above excluded materials.

3.1.3 Unforeseen Hazardous Material

The design should have identified materials such as PCB, lead paint, and friable and non-friable asbestos. If material, not indicated, that may be hazardous to human health upon disturbance during construction operations is encountered, stop that portion of work and notify the Contracting

Officer immediately. Within 14 calendar days the Government will determine if the material is hazardous. If material is not hazardous or poses no danger, the Government will direct the Contractor to proceed without change. If material is hazardous and handling of the material is necessary to accomplish the work, the Government will issue a modification pursuant to "FAR 52.243-4, Changes" and "FAR 52.236-2, Differing Site

Conditions."

3.1.4 Pre-Outage Coordination Meeting

Contractors are required to apply for utility outages in advance. The request should include the location of the outage, utilities being affected, duration of outage and any necessary sketches. Special requirements for electrical outage requests are contained elsewhere in this specification section. Once approved, and prior to beginning work on the utility system requiring shut down, attend a pre-outage coordination meeting with the contraction officer and Installation representative to review the scope of work and the lock-out/tag-out procedure for worker protection. No work will be performed on energized electrical circuits unless proof is provided that no other means exist.

3.1.5 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)

Contractor shall ensure that each employee is familiar with and complies with these procedures and USACE EM 385-1-1, Section 12, Control of

Hazardous Energy.

Contracting Officer will, at the Contractor’s request, apply lockout/tagout tags and take other actions that, because of experience and knowledge, are known to be necessary to make the particular equipment safe to work on for government owned and operated systems.

No person, regardless of position or authority, shall operate any switch, valve, or equipment that has an official lockout/tagout tag attached to it, nor shall such tag be removed except as provided in this section. No person shall wok on any energized equipment including, but not limited to activities such as erecting, installing, constructing, repairing, adjusting, inspecting, un-jamming, setting up, trouble shooting, testing, cleaning, dismantling, servicing and maintaining machines equipment of processes until an evaluation has been conducted identifying the energy source and the procedures which will be taken to ensure the safety of personnel.

When work is to be performed on electrical circuits, only qualified personnel shall perform work on electrical circuits.

A supervisor who is required to enter an area protected by a lockout/tagout tag will be considered a member of the protected group provided he notifies the holder of the tag stub each time he enters and departs from the protected area.

Identification markings on building light and power distribution circuits shall not be relied on for established safe work conditions.

Before clearance will be given on any equipment other than electrical

(generally referred to as mechanical apparatus), the apparatus, valves, or systems shall be secured in a passive condition with the appropriate vents, pins, and locks.

Pressurized or vacuum systems shall be vented to relieve differential pressure completely.

Vent valves shall be tagged open during the course of the work.

Where dangerous gas or fluid systems are involved, or in areas where the environment may be oxygen deficient, system or areas shall be purged, ventilated, or otherwise made safe prior to entry.

3.1.6 Tag Placement

Lockout/tagout tags shall be completed in accordance with the regulations printed on the back thereof and attached to any device which, if operated, could cause an unsafe condition to exist.

If more than one group is to work on any circuit or equipment, the employee in charge of each group shall have a separate set of lockout/tagout tags completed and properly attached.

When it is required that certain equipment be tagged, the Government will review the characteristics of the various systems involved that affect the safety of the operations and the work to be done; take the necessary actions, including voltage and pressure checks, grounding, and venting, to make the system and equipment safe to work on; and apply such lockout/tagout tags to those switches, valves, vents, or other mechanical devices needed to preserve the safety provided. This operation is referred to as "Providing

Safety Clearance."

3.1.7 Tag Removal

When any individual or group has completed its part of the work and is clear of the circuits or equipment, the supervisor, project leader, or individual for whom the equipment was tagged shall turn in his signed lockout/tagout tag stub to the Contracting Officer. That group's or individual's lockout/tagout tags on equipment may then be removed on authorization by the

Contracting Officer.

3.2 FALL HAZARD PROTECTION AND PREVENTION PROGRAM

The Contractor shall establish a fall protection and prevention program, for the protection of all employees exposed to fall hazards. The program shall include company policy, identify responsibilities, education and training requirements, fall hazard identification, prevention and control measures, inspection, storage, care and maintenance of fall protection equipment and rescue and evacuation procedures.

3.2.1 Training

The Contractor shall institute a fall protection training program. As part of the Fall Hazard Protection and Prevention Program, the Contractor shall provide training for each employee who might be exposed to fall hazards. A competent person for fall protection shall provide the training. Training requirements shall be in accordance with USACE EM 385-

1-1, Section 21.

3.2.2 Fall Protection Equipment and Systems

The Contractor shall enforce use of the fall protection equipment and systems designated for each specific work activity in the Fall Protection and Prevention Plan and/or AHA at all times when an employee is exposed to a fall hazard. Fall protection must comply with USACE EM 385-1-1 and host nation requirements, whichever is more stringent.

Employees shall be protected from fall hazards as specified in EM 385-1-1.

In addition to the required fall protection systems, safety skiff, personal floatation devices, life rings etc., are required when working above or next to water in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1. Personal fall arrest systems are required when working from an articulating or extendible boom, swing stages, or suspended platform. In addition, personal fall arrest systems are required when operating other equipment such as scissor lifts if the work platform is capable of being positioned outside the wheelbase. The need for tying-off in such equipment is to prevent ejection of the employee from the equipment during raising, lowering, or travel.

3.2.3 Personal Fall Arrest Equipment

Personal fall arrest equipment, systems, subsystems, and components shall meet ANSI Z359.1 or Host Nation equivalent. Only a full-body harness with a shock-absorbing lanyard or self-retracting lanyard is an acceptable personal fall arrest body support device. Body belts may only be used as a positioning device system (for uses such as steel reinforcing assembly and in addition to an approved fall arrest system). Harnesses shall have a fall arrest attachment affixed to the body support (usually a Dorsal D-ring) and specifically designated for attachment to the rest of the system. Only locking snap hooks and carabiners shall be used. Webbing, straps, and ropes shall be made of synthetic fiber. The maximum free fall distance when using fall arrest equipment shall not exceed 1.8 m (6 feet).

The total fall distance and any swinging of the worker (pendulum-like motion) that can occur during a fall shall always be taken into consideration when attaching a person to a fall arrest system.

3.2.4 Fall Protection for Roofing Work

Fall protection controls shall be implemented based on the type of roof being constructed and work being performed. The roof area to be accessed shall be evaluated for its structural integrity including weight-bearing capabilities for the projected loading.

a. Low Sloped Roofs:

(1) For work within 1.8 m (6 feet) of an edge, on low-slope roofs, personnel shall be protected from falling by use of personal fall arrest systems, guardrails, or safety nets. A safety monitoring system is not adequate fall protection and is not authorized.

(2) For work greater than 1.8 m (6 feet) from an edge, warning lines shall be erected and installed in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1.

b. Steep-Sloped Roofs: Work on steep-sloped roofs requires a personal fall arrest system, guardrails with toe-boards, or safety nets. This requirement also includes residential or housing type construction.

3.2.5 Existing Anchorage

Existing anchorages, to be used for attachment of personal fall arrest equipment, shall be certified (or re-certified) by a qualified person for fall protection in accordance with ANSI Z359.1 or European Union equivalent. Exiting horizontal lifeline anchorages shall be certified (or re-certified) by a registered professional engineer with experience in designing horizontal lifeline systems.

3.2.6 Horizontal Lifelines

Horizontal lifelines shall be designed, installed, certified and used under the supervision of a qualified person for fall protection as part of a complete fall arrest system which maintains a safety factor of 2.

3.2.7 Guardrails and Safety Nets

Guardrails and safety nets shall be designed, installed and used in accordance with EM 385-1-1 or Host Nation requirements, whichever is more stringent.

3.2.8 Rescue and Evacuation Procedures

When personal fall arrest systems are used, the contractor must ensure that the mishap victim can self-rescue or can be rescued promptly should a fall occur. A Rescue and Evacuation Plan shall be prepared by the contractor and include a detailed discussion of the following: methods of rescue; methods of self-rescue; equipment used; training requirement;

specialized training for the rescuers; procedures for requesting rescue and medical assistance; and transportation routes to a medical facility.

The Rescue and Evacuation Plan shall be included in the Activity Hazard

Analysis (AHA) for the phase of work, in the Fall Protection and

Prevention (FP&P) Plan, and the Accident Prevention Plan (APP).

3.3 EQUIPMENT

3.3.1 Material Handling Equipment

a. Material handling equipment such as forklifts shall not be modified with work platform attachments for supporting employees unless specifically delineated in the manufacturer's printed operating instructions.

b. The use of hooks on equipment for lifting of material must be in accordance with manufacturer's printed instructions.

c. Operators of forklifts or power industrial trucks shall be trained/licensed in accordance with Host Nation requirements.

3.3.2 Weight Handling Equipment

a. Cranes and derricks shall be equipped as specified in EM-385-1-1.

b. The Contractor shall comply with the crane manufacturer's specifications and limitations for erection and operation of cranes and hoists used in support of the work. Erection shall be performed under the supervision of a designated person. All testing shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended procedures.

c. Under no circumstance shall a Contractor make a lift at or above 90% of the cranes rated capacity in any configuration.

d. When operating in the vicinity of overhead transmission lines, operators and riggers shall be alert to this special hazard and shall follow the requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1 section 11.

e. Crane suspended personnel work platforms (baskets) shall not be used unless the Contractor proves to the satisfaction of the Contracting

Officer that using any other access to the work location would provide a greater hazard to the workers or is impossible. Personnel shall not be lifted with a line hoist or friction crane.

f. Portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected, maintained, and recharged.

g. All employees shall be kept clear of loads about to be lifted and of suspended loads.

h. The Contractor shall use cribbing when performing lifts on outriggers.

i. The crane hook/block must be positioned directly over the load. Side loading of the crane is prohibited.

j. A physical barricade must be positioned to prevent personnel from entering the counterweight swing (tail swing) area of the crane.

k. Certification records which include the date of inspection, signature of the person performing the inspection, and the serial number or other identifier of the crane that was inspected shall always be available for review by Contracting Officer personnel.

l. Written reports listing the load test procedures used along with any repairs or alterations performed on the crane shall be available for review by Contracting Officer personnel.

m. Certify that all crane operators have been trained in proper use of all safety devices (e.g. anti-two block devices).

n. Take steps to ensure that wind speed does not contribute to loss of control of the load during lifting operations. Prior to conducting lifting operations the contractor shall set a maximum wind speed at which a crane can be safely operated based on the equipment being used, the load being lifted, experience of operators and riggers, and hazards on the work site. This maximum wind speed determination shall be included as part of the activity hazard analysis plan for that operation.

3.4 EXCAVATIONS

The competent person for excavations performed as a result of contract work shall be on-site when excavation work is being performed, and shall inspect, and document the excavations daily prior to entry by workers.

The competent person must evaluate all hazards, including atmospheric, that may be associated with the work, and shall have the resources necessary to correct hazards promptly.

3.4.1 Utility Locations

Prior to any excavation, all underground utilities in the work area must be positively identified by the contractor utilizing a) a private utility locating service in addition to any station locating service, and/or b) a metal and/or cable-detecting device along the route of the excavation.

All underground utilities discovered will be flagged a distance of one-half (1/2) meter on each side of the location, and any markings made during the utility investigation must be maintained throughout the contract.

Damage occurring to existing utilities, when the above procedures are not followed, will be repaired at the Contractor’s expense.

3.4.2 Utility Location Verification

The Contractor must physically verify underground utility locations by hand digging using wood or fiberglass handled tools when any adjacent construction work is expected to come within three feet of the underground system. Digging within 0.61 m (2 feet) of a known utility must not be performed by means of mechanical equipment; hand digging shall be used.

If construction is parallel to an existing utility the utility shall be exposed by hand digging every 30.5 m (100 feet) if parallel within 1.5 m

(5 feet) of the excavation.

3.4.3 Shoring Systems

Trench and shoring systems must be identified in the accepted safety plan and AHA. Manufacture tabulated data and specifications or registered engineer tabulated data for shoring or benching systems shall be readily available on-site for review. Job-made shoring or shielding shall have the registered professional engineer stamp, specifications, and tabulated data. Extreme care must be used when excavating near direct burial electric underground cables.

3.4.4 Trenching Machinery

Trenching machines with digging chain drives shall be operated only when the spotters/laborers are in plain view of the operator. Operator and spotters/laborers shall be provided training on the hazards of the digging chain drives with emphasis on the distance that needs to be maintained when the digging chain is operating. Documentation of the training shall be kept on file at the project site.

3.5 UTILITIES WITHIN CONCRETE SLABS

Utilities located within concrete slabs or pier structures, bridges, and the like, are extremely difficult to identify due to the reinforcing steel used in the construction of these structures. Whenever contract work involves concrete chipping, saw cutting, or core drilling, the existing utility location must be coordinated with station utility departments in addition to a private locating service. Outages to isolate utility systems shall be used in circumstances where utilities are unable to be positively identified. The use of historical drawings does not alleviate the contractor from meeting this requirement.

3.6 ELECTRICAL

3.6.1 Conduct of Electrical Work

Underground electrical spaces must be certified safe for entry before entering to conduct work. Cables that will be cut must be positively identified and de-energized prior to performing each cut. Positive cable identification must be made prior to submitting any outage request for electrical systems. Arrangements are to be coordinated with the

Contracting Officer and Station Utilities for identification. The

Contracting Officer will not accept an outage request until the Contractor satisfactorily documents that the circuits have been clearly identified.

Perform all high voltage cable cutting remotely using hydraulic cutting tool. When racking in or live switching of circuit breakers, no additional person other than the switch operator will be allowed in the space during the actual operation. Plan so that work near energized parts is minimized to the fullest extent possible. Use of electrical outages clear of any energized electrical sources is the preferred method. When working in energized substations, only qualified electrical workers shall be permitted to enter. When work requires Contractor to work near energized circuits as defined by the NFPA 70, high voltage personnel must use personal protective equipment that includes, as a minimum, electrical hard hat, safety shoes, insulating gloves with leather protective sleeves, fire retarding shirts, coveralls, face shields, and safety glasses. In addition, provide electrical arc flash protection for personnel as required by NFPA 70E. Insulating blankets, hearing protection, and switching suits may also be required, depending on the specific job and as delineated in the Contractor's AHA.

3.6.2 Portable Extension Cords

Portable extension cords shall be sized in accordance with manufacturer ratings for the tool to be powered and protected from damage. All damaged extension cords shall be immediately removed from service. Portable extension cords shall meet the requirements of NFPA 70 or Host Nation equivalent.

3.7 WORK IN CONFINED SPACES

The Contractor shall comply with the requirements in USACE EM 385-1-1, Section 34. Any potential for a hazard in the confined space requires a permit system to be used.

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