Attachment_3_Safety_Requirements.pdf

Safety Documents/Requirements

The contractor shall follow all applicable safety requirements detailed in the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) 01‐35‐26 ( see Attachment 1) and Safety & Health Requirements Manual EM 385‐ 1‐1. Required submittals are listed below.

Submittals required prior to performance of each task order:

Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan (APP)

Abbreviated APP Checklist (see Attachment 2)

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) (see Attachment 2)

Proof of qualifications for Competent Persons/Site Safety and Health Officer(s) (SSHO) (Level 3);

to include Copy of the 30‐hour OSHA construction safety class completion certificate, resume including five (5) of similar project experience, documentation of 24/hr formal safety training within the last four (4) years.

Submit reports as required

Accident Reports via Eng Form 3394 Accident Investigation Report (see Attachment 2)

Monthly Man‐Hour Exposure Reports (see Attachment 2)

All Contractor accidents, involving injuries, illnesses or property damage, occurring during the execution of this contract shall be reported to USACE within 4 hours of the contractor becoming aware of its occurrence. Reporting injuries, illness or property damage to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) may be sufficient. Based upon the severity of the injury, illness or property damage, more detailed reporting may be required. More detailed notification will 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

Work shall not begin until the Abbreviated APP has been submitted to, and approved by the USACE Buffalo District Contracting Officer or COR. The Abbreviated APP shall be prepared following the format found in USACE publication USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual EM 385-1-1, Appendix A. The following documents shall be considered in the preparation of the Abbreviated APP:

USACE EM 385‐1‐1 (15 Sep 2008) Safety and Health Requirements Manual;

UFGS‐01 35 26 (August 2009) Governmental Safety Requirements;

USDOL OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction;

USDOL OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Safety and Health Standards;

National Drilling Association, Drilling Safety Guide, 2005 or most recent version

During the performance of work, the contractor shall comply with procedures prescribed for control and safety of persons visiting the site. Contractor is responsible for his personnel and for familiarizing each of his subcontractors and all visitors with safety requirements. Contractor shall advise the Contracting Officer of any special safety restriction he has established so that Government personnel can be notified of these restrictions. A SSHO shall be present on‐site whenever project‐related work is being executed.

The contractor shall permit safety inspections of all work being performed.

Attachment 1 UFGS 01 35 26

USACE UFGS - 01 35 26 (Feb-2012); Superseding UFGS-01 35 26 (2/10)

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 01 35 26

GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

02/12

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 DEFINITIONS

1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

1.6 SITE QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND MEETINGS

1.6.1 Personnel Qualifications

1.6.1.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

1.6.2 Personnel Duties

1.6.2.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

1.6.1.2.3 Designated Representative (DR) Requirements for Dredging

1.6.3 Meetings

1.6.3.1 Preconstruction Conference

1.6.3.2 Safety Meetings

1.7 Abbreviated Accident Prevention (APP)

1.7.1 EM 385-1-1 Contents

1.7.2 Abbreviated APP Checklist

1.8 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA)

1.9 DISPLAY OF SAFETY INFORMATION

1.10 SITE SAFETY REFERENCE MATERIALS

1.11 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

1.12 REPORTS

1.12.1 Accident Reports

1.12.2 Accident Notification

1.12.3 Monthly Exposure Reports

1.13 HOT WORK

1.15 FACILITY OCCUPANCY CLOSURE

1.18 SEVERE STORM PLAN

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION AND/OR OTHER WORK

3.1.1 Hazardous Material Use

3.1.2 Hazardous Material Exclusions

3.1.3 Unforeseen Hazardous Material

3.2 PRE-OUTAGE COORDINATION MEETING

3.7 EQUIPMENT

3.7.1 Material Handling Equipment

3.7.3 Equipment and Mechanized Equipment

3.7.4 USE OF EXPLOSIVES

3.8 EXCAVATIONS

3.8.1 Utility Locations

3.8.2 Utility Location Verification

3.8.3 Shoring Systems

3.8.4 Trenching Machinery

3.10 ELECTRICAL

3.10.1 Conduct of Electrical Work

3.10.2 Portable Extension Cords

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SECTION 01 35 26

GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

1.1 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.

USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1:

http://140.194.76.129/publications/eng-manuals/em385-1- 1/2008_English/toc.html

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS (ASSE/SAFE)

ASSE/SAFE A10.32 (2004) Fall Protection ASSE/SAFE A10.34 (2001; R 2005) Protection of the Public on or Adjacent to Construction Sites ASSE/SAFE Z359.1 (2007) Safety Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Subsystems and Components

ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)

ASME B30.22 (2005) Articulating Boom Cranes ASME B30.3 (2004) Construction Tower Cranes ASME B30.5 (2007) Mobile and Locomotive Cranes ASME B30.8 (2004) Floating Cranes and Floating Derricks Explosives, Propellants and Pyrotechnics

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 10 (2007; Errata 2007; AMD 1 2007) Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers NFPA 241 (2004) Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations NFPA 51B (2008) Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work NFPA 70 (2007; AMD 1 2008) National Electrical Code - 2008 Edition NFPA 70E (2008) Electrical Safety in the Workplace U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE) EM 385-1-1 (2008) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

10 CFR 20 Standards for Protection Against Radiation 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards 29 CFR 1919 Gear Certification 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction 29 CFR 1926.500 Fall Protection

1.2 SUBMITTALS

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

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

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan (APP); G, A Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan Checklist; G, A Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA); G, A Proof of qualifications for Competent Persons/Site Safety Officers; G, A SD-06 Reports Submit reports as their incidence occurs, in accordance with the requirements of the paragraph entitled, "Reports."

Accident Reports Monthly Man-Hour Exposure Reports SD-07 Certificates Hot work permit

1.3 DEFINITIONS

a. Competent Person. A person who is capable of identifying existing or predictable hazardous in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous, and has authorization to take prompt corrective action to eliminate them.

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 through provided by a physician or registered personnel.

d. Operating Envelope. The area surrounding any crane. Inside this "envelope" is the crane, the operator, riggers and crane walkers, rigging gear between the hook and the load, the load and the crane's supporting structure (ground, rail, etc.).

e. 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.

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

1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, comply with USACE EM 385-1-1, and all federal, state, and local, host nation laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations. Submit matters of interpretation of standards to the appropriate administrative agency for resolution before starting work.

Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern.

1.6 SITE QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND MEETINGS

1.6.1 Personnel Qualifications

1.6.1.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

The SSHO must meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1 section 1 and ensure that the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.16 are met for the project. Provide a Safety oversight team that includes a minimum of one (1) person at each project site to function as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO). The SSHO or an equally-qualified Designated Representative/alternate shall be at the work site at all times to implement and administer the Contractor's safety program and government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan. The SSHO's training, experience, and qualifications shall be as required by EM 385-1-1 paragraph 01.A.17, entitled SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER (SSHO), and all associated sub-paragraphs.

A Competent Person shall be provided for all of the hazards identified in the Contractor's Safety and Health Program in accordance with the accepted Accident Prevention Plan, and shall be on-site at all times when the work that presents the hazards associated with their professional expertise is being performed.

Provide the credentials of the Competent Persons(s) to the Contracting Officer for acceptance in consultation with the Safety Office.

1.6.1.1.1 Contractor Quality Control (QC) Person:

The Contractor Quality Control Person can be the SSHO on this project.

1.6.2 Personnel Duties

1.6.2.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

a. 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. Attach safety inspection logs to the Contractors' daily quality control report.

b. Conduct mishap investigations and complete required reports.

Maintain the OSHA Form 300 and Daily Production reports for prime and sub-contractors.

c. Maintain applicable safety reference material on the job site.

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

e. Implement and enforce accepted Abbreviated APPS and AHA.

f. Maintain a safety and health deficiency tracking system that monitors outstanding deficiencies until resolution.

g. Ensure sub-contractor compliance with safety and health requirements. Failure to perform the above duties will result in dismissal of the superintendent and/or SSHO, and a project work stoppage. The project work stoppage will remain in effect pending approval of a suitable replacement.

1.6.3 Meetings

1.6.3.1 Preconstruction Conference

a. Contractor representatives who have a responsibility or significant role in accident prevention on the project shall attend the preconstruction conference. This includes the site safety and health officer, or any other assigned safety and health professionals who participated in the development of the Abbreviated APP (including the AHA and special plans, program and procedures associated with it).

b. Discuss the details of the submitted Abbreviated APP to include incorporated plans, programs, procedures and a listing of anticipated AHA that were and will be developed and implemented during the performance of the contract.

c. Deficiencies in the submitted Abbreviated APP will be brought to the attention of the Contractor prior to the preconstruction conference, and the Contractor shall revise the plan to correct deficiencies and re-submit it for acceptance. Do not begin work until there is an accepted Abbreviated APP.

1.6.3.2 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 for the Contractors' daily quality control report.

1.7 ABBREVIATED ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP)

Use a qualified person to prepare the written site-specific Abbreviated APP. Prepare the Abbreviated 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 A, "Minimum Basic Outline for Accident Prevention Plan".

Specific requirements for some of the Abbreviated APP elements are described below. The Abbreviated APP shall be job-specific and address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written. The Abbreviated APP shall interface with the Contractor's overall safety and health program. Include any portions of the Contractor's overall safety and health program referenced in the Abbreviated APP in the applicable Abbreviated APP element and made site-specific. The Government considers the Prime Contractor to be the "controlling authority" for all work site safety and health of the subcontractors. Prime Contractors are responsible for informing their 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. The Abbreviated APP shall be signed by the person and firm (senior person) preparing the Abbreviated APP, the Contractor, the on-site superintendent, the designated site safety and health officer and any designated CSP and/or CIH. Submit the Abbreviated APP to the Contracting Officer 15 calendar days prior to the date of the preconstruction conference for acceptance. Work cannot proceed without an accepted Abbreviated APP. Once accepted by the Contracting Officer, the Abbreviated APP and attachments will be enforced as part of the contract. Disregarding the provisions of this contract or the accepted Abbreviated APP will be cause for stopping of work, at the discretion of the Contracting Officer, until the matter has been rectified. Once work begins, changes to the accepted Abbreviated APP shall be made with the knowledge and concurrence of the Contracting Officer, and SSHO. 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. Eliminate/remove the hazard. In the interim, take all necessary action to restore and maintain safe working conditions in order to safeguard onsite personnel, visitors, the public (as defined by ASSE/SAFE A10.34,) and the environment. Copies of the accepted plan will be maintained at the job site. Continuously reviewed and amended the Abbreviated APP, as necessary, throughout the life of the contract. Incorporate unusual or high-hazard activities not identified in the original Abbreviated APP as they are discovered.

1.7.1 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 such as CSP, CIH, STS, CHST. 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: geotechnical drilling, 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.

1.7.2. ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN Appendix-A Checklist

Contractor will complete the Abbreviated APP Appendix-A Checklist and submit attached to the Abbreviated APP. Checklist will assist Abbreviated APP Preparer with including all mandatory requirements.

Abbreviated APP will be submitted in the proper format described per Appendix A.

1.8 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA)

The AHA format shall be in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1. Submit the AHA for review at least 15 calendar days prior to the start of each phase. Format subsequent AHA as amendments to the Abbreviated 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 will be developed by the contractor, supplier or subcontractor and provided to the prime contractor for submittal to the Contracting Officer.

1.10 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.

1.11 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

Contractors will arrange for their own emergency medical treatment.

Government has no responsibility to provide emergency medical treatment.

1.12 REPORTS

1.12.1 Accident Reports

a. Conduct an accident investigation for recordable injuries and illnesses, and property damage accidents resulting in at least $2,000 in damages, 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 days of the accident. The Contracting Officer will provide copies of any required forms.

b. Conduct an accident investigation for any weight handling equipment accident (including rigging gear accidents) to establish the root cause(s) of the accident. Do not proceed with crane operations until cause is determined and corrective actions have been implemented to the satisfaction of the contracting officer.

1.12.2 Accident Notification

All Contractor accidents, involving injuries, illnesses or property damage, occurring during the execution of this contract shall be reported to USACE within 4 hours of the contractor becoming aware of its occurrence. Reporting injuries, illness or property damage to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) may be sufficient. Based upon the severity of the injury, illness or property damage, more detailed reporting may be required. More detailed notification will 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.

1.12.3 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.

1.13 HOT WORK

Submit and obtain a written permit prior to performing "Hot Work" (welding, cutting, etc.) or operating other flame-producing/spark producing devices, from the SSHO. CONTRACTORS ARE REQUIRED TO MEET ALL CRITERIA BEFORE A PERMIT IS ISSUED. The Contractor will provide at least two (2) twenty (20) pound 4A:20 BC 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 accordance with NFPA 51B and remain on-site for a minimum of 30 minutes after completion of the task or as specified on the hot work permit. When starting work in the facility, require personnel to familiarize themselves with the location of the nearest fire alarm boxes and place in memory the emergency/Fire phone number. ANY FIRE, NO MATTER HOW SMALL, SHALL BE

REPORTED TO THE SSHO IMMEDIATELY.

1.18 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 areas.

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.

3.1 CONSTRUCTION AND/OR OTHER WORK

Comply with USACE EM 385-1-1, NFPA 241, the Abbreviated APP, the AHA, Federal and/or State OSHA regulations, and other related submittals and activity fire and safety regulations. The most stringent standard prevails.

3.1.1 Hazardous Material Use

Each hazardous material must receive approval by the SSHO prior to being brought onto the job site or prior to any other use in connection with this contract.

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 [additional] 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."

3.2 PRE-OUTAGE COORDINATION MEETING

Contractors are required to apply for utility outages at least 15 days in advance. As a minimum, 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 Contracting Officer and the Installation representative, and Public Utilities representative to review the scope of work and the lock-out/tag-out procedures for worker protection. No work will be performed on energized electrical circuits unless proof is provided that no other means exist.

3.3 SAFETY LOCKOUT/TAGOUT PROCEDURES

Contractor shall ensure that each employee is familiar with and complies with these procedures and 29 CFR 1910.147. 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. 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 work on any equipment that requires a lockout/tagout tag unless he, his immediate supervisor, project leader, or a subordinate has in his possession the stubs of the required lockout/tagout tags. 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.

3.3.1 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 equipment be tagged, the Contractor 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."

3.3.2 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.

3.7 EQUIPMENT

3.7.1 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 licensed in accordance with OSHA.

3.7.3 Equipment and Mechanized Equipment

a. Proof of qualifications for operator shall be kept on the project site for review.

b. Manufacture specifications or owner's manual for the equipment shall be on-site and reviewed for additional safety precautions or requirements that are sometimes not identified by OSHA or USACE EM 385-1-1. Incorporate such additional safety precautions or requirements into the AHAs.

3.7.4 USE OF EXPLOSIVES

Explosives shall not be used or brought to the project site without prior written approval from the Contracting Officer. Such approval shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for injury to persons or for damage to property due to blasting operations. Storage of explosives, when permitted on Government property, shall be only where directed and in approved storage facilities. These facilities shall be kept locked at all times except for inspection, delivery, and withdrawal of explosives. Explosive work shall be performed in accordance with EM 385-1-1 Section 29.

3.8 Geotechnical Drilling

3.8.1 Utility Locations

Prior to digging, the appropriate digging permit must be obtained.

Prior to digging or drilling, all underground utilities in the work area must be positively identified by a private utility locating service in addition to any station locating service and coordinated with the station utility department. Any markings made during the utility investigation must be maintained throughout the contract.

3.8.2 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 or drilling within 610 mm 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 expose the utility by hand digging every 30.5 m (100 feet) if parallel within 1.5 m (5 feet) of the excavation.

3.8.3 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 must have the registered professional engineer stamp, specifications, and tabulated data. Extreme care must be used when excavating near direct burial electric underground cables.

3.8.4 Trenching Machinery

Operate trenching machines with digging chain drives only when the spotters/laborers are in plain view of the operator. Provide operator and spotters/laborers 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. Keep documentation of the training on file at the project site.

3.9 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 must 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.

3.10 ELECTRICAL

3.10.1 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 will 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 and EM 385-1-1 Section 11.

3.10.2 Portable Extension Cords

Size portable extension cords in accordance with manufacturer ratings for the tool to be powered and protected from damage. Immediately removed from service all damaged extension cords. Portable extension cords shall meet the requirements of NFPA 70.

3.11 WORK IN CONFINED SPACES

Comply with the requirements in USACE EM 385-1-1 Section 34, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 and OSHA 29 CFR 1926.21(b)(6). Any potential for a hazard in the confined space requires a permit system to be used.

a. Entry Procedures. Prohibit entry into a confined space by personnel for any purpose, including hot work, until the qualified person has conducted appropriate tests to ensure the confined or enclosed space is safe for the work intended and that all potential hazards are controlled or eliminated and documented. (See Section 34 of USACE EM 385-1-1 for entry procedures.) All hazards pertaining to the space shall be reviewed with each employee during review of the AHA.

b. Forced air ventilation is required for all confined space entry operations and the minimum air exchange requirements must be maintained to ensure exposure to any hazardous atmosphere is kept below its' action level.

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ATTACHMENT 2

Contractor Monthly Man‐Hour Reports Eng Form 3394 Accident Investigation Report and Instructions

Activity Hazard Analysis Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan

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CONTRACTOR ABBREVIATED ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP) CHECKLIST (EM 385-1-1, Appendix - A, dated; 15 Sept.

08)

Minimum Basic Outline for Accident Prevention Plan

The APP is the Contractor Safety and Health Program Document. The following Site Specific Areas will be addressed:

NOTE: 1. Contractor will complete Checklist and Submit with their APP.

NOTE: 2. Contractor APP WILL be submitted in format below.

NOTE: 3. Safety Office will review Contractor APP and return to PM / COR.

NOTE: 4. Contractor APP's ARE NOT APPROVED by the USACE, only found as Acceptable or Non-Acceptable.

Safety Office Review Status: ACCEPTED BY/DATE: ________________ NOT ACCEPTED

BY/DATE:________________

Contractor Name: Contract No:

Project Title & Location: Included ?

Yes No N/A Page(s)

ALL CHECKLIST ITEMS WILL BE COMPLETED!

11. ABBREVIATED APP for LIMITED-SCOPE SERVICE, SUPPLY AND R&D CONTRACTS. If service, supply and R&D contracts with limited scopes are awarded, the contractor may submit an abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan. This APP shall address the following areas at a minimum. If other areas of the EM 385-1-1 are pertinent to the contract, the contractor must assure these areas are addressed as well.

a. Title, signature, and phone number of the plan preparer.

b. Background Information to include: Contractor; Contract number; Project name; Brief project description, description of work to be performed, and location (map); The project description shall provide a means to evaluate the work being done (see AHA requirements in 01.A.13) and associated hazards involved. Contractor’s APP shall address the identified hazards involved and the control measures to be taken.

c. Statement of Safety and Health Policy detailing their commitment to providing a safe and healthful workplace for all employees.

d. Responsibilities and Lines of Authorities – to include a statement of the employer’s ultimate responsibility for the implementation of his SOH program; Identification and accountability of personnel responsible for safety at all levels to include designated site safety and health officer (SSHO) and associated qualifications. The District SOHO will review the qualifications for acceptance.

e. Training - new hire SOH orientation training at the time of initial hire of each new employee and any periodic retraining/recertification requirements.

f. Procedures for job site inspections - assignment of responsibilities and frequency.

g. Procedures for reporting man-hours worked and reporting and investigating accidents. Report ALL accidents as soon as possible but not more than 4 hours afterwards to the Contracting Officer/Representative (CO/COR). An accident that results in a fatal injury, permanent partial or permanent total disability shall be immediately reported to the Contracting Officer.

h. Emergency Planning. Employees working alone shall be provided an effective means of emergency communication. This may be cellular phone, two-way radio or other acceptable means. The selected means of communication must be readily available and must be in working condition.

i. Drinking Water provisions, toilet and washing facilities.

j. First Aid and CPR training (at least two employees on each shift shall be qualified/certified to administer first aid and CPR) and provision of first aid kit (types/size).

k. Personal Protective Equipment.

(1) WORK CLOTHING - Minimum Requirements. Employees shall wear clothing suitable for the weather however minimum requirements for work shall be short-sleeve shirt, long pants (excessively long or baggy pants are prohibited) and leather work shoes. If analysis determines that safety-toed (or other protective) footwear is necessary (i.e., mowing, weedeating, chain saw use, etc), they shall be worn.

(2) Eye and Face Protection. Eye and face protection shall be worn as determined by an analysis of the operations being performed HOWEVER, all involved in chain saw use, chipping, stump grinding, pruning operations, grass mowing, weedeating and blowing operations shall be provided safety eyewear (Z87.1) as a minimum.

(3) Hearing Protection. Hearing protection must be worn by all those exposed to high noise activities (to include grass mowing and trimming, chainsaw operations, tree chipping, stump grinding and pruning).

(4) Head Protection. Hard hats shall comply with ANSI Z89.1 and shall be worn by all workers when a head hazard exists. At a minimum, hard hats shall be worn when performing activities identified in (2) above.

(5) High Visibility Apparel shall comply with ANSI/ISEA 107, Class 2 requirements at a minimum and shall be worn by all workers exposed to vehicular or equipment traffic.

(6) Protective Leg chaps shall be worn by all chainsaw operators.

(7) Gloves of the proper type shall be worn by persons involved in activities that expose the hands to cuts, abrasions, punctures, burns and chemical irritants.

(8) If work is being performed around water and drowning is a hazard, PFDs must be provided and worn as appropriate.

l. Machine Guards and safety devices. Lawn maintenance equipment must have appropriate guards and safety devices in place and operational.

m. Hazardous Substances. When any hazardous substances are procured, used, stored or disposed, a hazard communication program must be in effect and MSDSs shall be available at the worksite. Employees shall have received training in hazardous substances being used. When the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to corrosives, irritants or toxic chemicals, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within 10 seconds of the worksite.

n. Traffic control shall be accomplished in accordance with DOT’s MUTCD.

o. Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout). Before an employee performs any servicing or maintenance on any equipment where the unexpected energizing or startup of the equipment could occur, procedures must be in place to ensure adequate control of this energy.

p. Driving, working on (i.e., working with equipment/mowers) while on slopes, working from/in boats/skiffs, etc shall also be considered and dealt with accordingly.