W912P722B0003 Amendment 0001 Revised Section 01 35 26.pdf

Richmond Inner Harbor FY22 Maintenance Dredging W912P722B0003

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (DREDGING)

02/12

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.3 SUBMITTALS

1.4 DRUG AND ALCOHOL PREVENTION PROGRAM

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)

1.6.1.1.1 Contractor Quality Control (QC)

1.6.1.2 USACE Dredging Requirements

1.6.1.2.1 SSHO Staffing for USACE Dredging Contracts

1.6.1.2.2 SSHO Requirements for Dredging

1.6.1.2.3 Designated Representative (DR) Requirements for

Dredging

1.6.1.2.4 Safety Personnel Training Requirements for Dredging

1.6.1.3 Competent Person for Confined Space Entry

1.6.1.4 Crane Operators

1.6.2 Personal Duties

1.6.2.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

1.6.3 Meetings

1.6.3.1 Preconstruction Conference

1.6.3.2 Safety Meetings

1.6.3.3 Work Phase Meetings

1.6.3.4 New Employee Indoctrination

1.6.3.5 Periodic Training

1.6.3.6 Training on Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

1.7 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP)/INJURY AND ILLNESS PREVENTION

PROGRAM (IIPP)

1.7.1 EM 385-1-1 Contents

1.8 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA)

1.8.1 General

1.8.2 Periodic AHA Review and Updating

1.9 DISPLAY OF SAFETY INFORMATION

1.10 SITE SAFETY REFERENCE MATERIALS

1.11 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

1.12 NOTIFICATIONS AND REPORTS

1.12.1 Accident Notification

1.12.2 Accident Reports

1.12.3 Monthly Exposure Reports

1.12.3.1 Regulatory Citations and Violations

1.12.4 Crane Reports

1.12.5 Certificate of Crane Compliance

1.12.6 Third Party Certification of Barge-Mounted Mobile Cranes

1.12.7 Worker Compensation Claims

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1.13 HOT WORK

1.14 SEVERE STORM PLAN

1.15 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

1.16 HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROGRAM

1.17 PROJECT SAFE CLEARANCE PROCEDURE

1.17.1 Hazardous Energy Control Plan

1.17.2 Safe Clearance Procedure System

1.18 THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATION OF BARGE MOUNTED MOBILE CRANES

1.19 SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 DREDGING AND OTHER WORK

3.1.1 Hazardous Material Use

3.1.2 Hazardous Materials Exclusions

3.1.3 Unforeseen Hazardous Material

3.2 PRE-OUTAGE COORDINATION MEETING

3.3 CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY (LOCKOUT/TAGOUT)

3.4 FALL HAZARD PROTECTION AND PREVENTION PROGRAM

3.4.1 Training

3.4.2 Fall Protection Equipment and Systems

3.4.2.1 Personal Fall Arrest Equipment

3.4.3 Horizontal Lifelines

3.4.4 Guardrails and Safety Nets

3.4.5 Rescue and Evacuation Procedures

3.5 SCAFFOLDING

3.6 EQUIPMENT

3.6.1 Material Handling Equipment

3.6.2 Seaworthiness Certification and Equipment Inspection

3.6.2.1 Seaworthiness Certification

3.6.2.2 Contractor Inspection of Floating Plants

3.6.2.3 Government Inspection of Floating Plants

3.6.3 Weight Handling Equipment

3.6.4 Equipment and Mechanized Equipment

3.6.5 Use of Explosives

3.7 Utilities

3.7.1 Utility Locations

3.7.2 Utility Location Verification

3.7.3 Utilities Within and Under Concrete, Bituminous Asphalt, and

Other Impervious Surfaces

3.8 ELECTRICAL

3.8.1 Portable Extension Cords

3.9 WORK IN CONFINED SPACES

3.10 NAVIGATION

3.10.1 Navigation Aids

3.10.2 Dredging Aids

3.10.3 U.S. Coast Guard Notification

3.10.4 Local Notice to Mariners

3.10.5 Signal Lights

3.10.6 Obstruction Marking and Lighting

3.11 RADIOLOGICAL SAFETY

3.12 MARINE TRANSPORTATION SAFETY

3.12.1 San Francisco Bay Traffic

3.12.2 Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Reporting Requirements

3.12.3 Anchor Waiver Requirements

3.13 TUG AND SCOW OPERATOR CERTIFICATION

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3.14 CREOSOTE

3.15 MEANS OF ESCAPE FOR PERSONNEL QUARTERED, OR WORKING ON THE

FLOATING PLANT

3.16 EMERGENCY ALARMS AND SIGNALS

3.16.1 Alarms

3.16.2 Fire Alarm Signal

3.16.3 Abandon Ship Signal

3.16.4 Man-Overboard Signal

3.17 HOUSEKEEPING

ATTACHMENTS:

Summary of Worker Compensation Claims

USACE Summary of Contractor Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses

Summary Guide for Completing USACE Contractor Monthly Summary Record of Injuries/Illnesses & Work Hour Exposure

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GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (DREDGING)

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PART 1 GENERAL

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.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS (ASSE/SAFE)

ASSE/SAFE A10.32 (2012) Fall Protection

ASSE/SAFE Z359.1 (2007) Safety Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Subsystems and Components

ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)

ASME B30.8 (2010) Floating Cranes and Floating Derricks

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 10 (2013) Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

NFPA 241 (2013) Standard for Safeguarding Construction,Alteration, and Demolition Operations

NFPA 306 (2014) Standard for Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels

NFPA 70 (2014; AMD 1 2013; Errata 1 2013; AMD 2 2013; Errata 2 2013; AMD 3 2014; Errata 3-4 2014; AMD 4-6 2014) National Electrical Code

NFPA 70E (2015) Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2008; Errata 2011) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

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

29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

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29 CFR 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lock Out/Tag Out)

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 1926.1400 Cranes and Derricks in Construction

29 CFR 1926.16 Rules of Construction

29 CFR 1926.500 Fall Protection

CPL 2.100 (1995) Application of the Permit-Required Confined Spaces (PRCS) Standards, 29 CFR 1910.146

1.2 DEFINITIONS

a. High Visibility Accident. Any mishap which may generate publicity or high visibility.

b. 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.

c. 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.

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

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1.3 SUBMITTALS

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

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Accident Prevention Plan (APP); G, 01 35 26-1.7

Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP); G, 01 35 26-1.7

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA); G, 01 35 26-1.8

Crane Critical Lift Plan; G, 01 35 26-1.7.1

Proof of Qualification for Crane Operators; 01 35 26-1.6.1.4

SD-06 Test Reports

Accident Reports; 01 35 26-1.12.2

USACE Primer Contractor Monthly Record of Work Related Injuries, Illnesses and Exposure; 01 35 26-1.12.3

Regulatory Citations and Violations; 01 35 26-1.12.3.1

Crane Reports; 01 35 26-1.12.4

Summary of Worker Compensation Claims; 01 35 26-1.12.7

SD-07 Certificates

Certificate of Crane Compliance; 01 35 26-1.12.5 ;

Submit one copy of each permit/certificate prior to the initial inspection

Confined Space Entry Permit; 01 35 26-1.9(a)

Hot Work Permit; 01 35 26-1.9(b)

Tug and Scow Operator Certification; 01 35 26-3.13

Seaworthiness Certification; 01 35 26-3.6.2.1

Third Party Certification of Barge-Mounted Mobile Cranes; 01 35 26 -1.12.6

1.4 DRUG AND ALCOHOL PREVENTION PROGRAM

Conduct a proactive drug and alcohol use prevention program for all workers, prime and subcontractor, on the site. Ensure that no employee uses illegal drugs, in accordance with Federal law, or consumes alcohol during work hours. Pre-employment screening is mandatory in this plan.

Ensure there are no employees under the influence of drugs or alcohol during work hours and are fit for duty. During the Contract period a copy of tests, to include results of random testing, shall be submitted to the

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Contracting Officer. No personal data shall be submitted, only numbers of individuals tested and results of tests.

1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, comply with the most recent addition of USACE EM 385-1-1, and the following federal and state OSHA, Coast Guard 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)

A SSHO is required on all dredges. If multiple dredges are used a lead SSHO and Quality Control manager shall be defined as the Government's point of contact. 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 or delegated representative for acceptance in consultation with the Safety Office.

1.6.1.1.1 Contractor Quality Control (QC)

The Contractor Quality Control Person cannot be the SSHO on this project, though the QC has safety inspection responsibilities as part of the QC duties.

1.6.1.2 USACE Dredging Requirements

1.6.1.2.1 SSHO Staffing for USACE Dredging Contracts

a. Dredging contracts may include several project sites; this contract will require a minimum of one full time SSHO(s) assigned per project site. SSHO may be collateral duty in specific conditions listed below.

b. Example of one dredging project site is reflected in each of the

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(1) a mechanical dredge, tug(s) and scow(s), scow route, and material placement site; or

(2) a hydraulic pipeline dredge, attendant plant, and material placement site; or,

(3) a hopper dredge (include land-based material placement site - if applicable.)

c. Individual dredging project sites with work force less than 8 employees, the SSHO may be a collateral duty, with the same responsibilities of a full time SSHO.

d. Hopper dredges with USCG- Documented crews may designate an officer as a collateral-duty SSHO instead of having a full-time SSHO if the officer meets the SSHO training and experience requirements.

1.6.1.2.2 SSHO Requirements for Dredging

a. In addition to requirements stated elsewhere in this specification, the SSHO shall be present at the project site, located so they have full mobility and reasonable access to all major work operations, for at least one shift in each 24 hour period when work is being done. The SSHO, or Alternate SSHO, shall be available during all shifts for immediate verbal consultation and notification, either by phone or radio. The SSHO shall be a full-time, dedicated position, except as noted above. The SSHO shall report to a senior project (or corporate) officials.

b. The SSHO shall inspect all work areas and operations during initial set-up and at least monthly observe and provide personal oversight on each shift during dredging operations for projects with many work sites, more often for those with less work sites.

c. For projects with multiple shifts or when the SSHO is temporarily off-site, an Alternate SSHO will be assigned to ensure SSHO coverage for the project at all times work activities are conducted. The Alternate SSHO must meet the same requirements and assume the responsibilities of the project SSHO. The Alternate SSHO position may be a collateral duty.

d. If the SSHO is off-site for a period longer than 24 hours, a qualified replacement SSHO shall be provided and shall fulfill the same roles and responsibilities as the primary SSHO.

1.6.1.2.3 Designated Representative (DR) Requirements for Dredging

a. Designated Representatives (DR) are collateral duty safety personnel, with safety duties in addition to their full-time occupation, and support and supplement the SSHO efforts in managing, implementing and enforcing the Contractor's Safety and Health Program. DRs shall be individual(s) with work oversight responsibilities, such as masters, mates, fill foremen, and superintendents. DRs should not be positions requiring continuous mechanical or equipment operations, such as equipment operators.

b. A DR shall be appointed for all remote work locations more than 45

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c. The DRs will perform safety program tasks as designated by the SSHO and report safety findings to the SSHO/Alternate SSHO. The SSHO shall document results of safety findings and provide information for inclusion in the CQC reports to the Government Representative.

1.6.1.2.4 Safety Personnel Training Requirements for Dredging

a. The SSHO, Alternate SSHO, and Designated Representatives for dredging contracts shall take either the OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Course or an equivalent 30 hours of formal safety and health training covering the subjects of the OSHA 30-hour Course (see EM 385-1-1 Appendix A, paragraph 4.b) applicable to dredging work and given by qualified instructors.

b. The SSHOs shall also have taken 24 hours of formal classroom or online safety and health related coursework in the past four (4) years.

Hours spent as an instructor in such courses will be considered the same as attending them, but each course only gets credit once (i.e.

Instructing a 1-hour asbestos awareness course 5 times in the past 4 years provides one hour credit for training).

c. The SSHO, Alternate SSHO, and Designated Representatives shall have a minimum of three years' continuous experience within the past 5 years in supervising/ managing dredging, marine or land-based construction, work managing safety programs or processes, or conducting hazard analyses and developing controls in activities or environments with similar hazards. This is in lieu of the experience required by paragraph 01.A.17.b, EM 385-1-1 .

1.6.1.3 Competent Person for Confined Space Entry

Provide a "Competent Person" to supervise the entry into each confined space. That individual must meet the requirements and definition of Competent Person as contained in EM 385-1-1 .

Since this work involves marine operations that handle combustible or hazardous materials, this person shall have the ability to understand and follow through on the air sampling, PPE, and instructions of a Marine Chemist, Coast Guard authorized persons, or Certified Industrial Hygienist. All confined space and enclosed space work shall comply with NFPA 306 , OSHA 29 CFR 1915 , Subpart B, "Confined and Enclosed Spaces and Other Dangerous Atmospheres in Shipyard Employment" or as applicable,

1910.147 for general industry.

1.6.1.4 Crane Operators

Meet the crane operators' requirements in USACE EM 385-1-1, Section 16 and Appendix I. In addition, for mobile cranes with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) rated capacitates of 50,000 pounds or greater, designate crane operators as qualified by a source that qualifies crane operators (i.e., union, a government agency, or an organization that tests and qualifies crane operators). Provide current Proof of Qualification for Crane Operators.

Also meet the crane operator requirements of the State of California for

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Crane certification.

1.6.2 Personal Duties

1.6.2.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

The SSHO Shall:

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 production/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 APPS and AHAs.

f. Maintain a safety and health deficiency tracking system that monitors outstanding deficiencies until resolution. Post a list of unresolved safety and health deficiencies on the safety bulletin board.

g. Ensure sub-contractor compliance with safety and health requirements.

h. Maintain a list of hazardous chemicals on site and their material safety data sheets.

Failure to perform the above duties will result in dismissal of the superintendent, QC Manager, 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 project superintendent, site safety and health officer, quality control supervisor, or any other assigned 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).

b. 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, establish a schedule for the preparation, submittal, review, and acceptance of AHAs to preclude project delays.

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c. Deficiencies in the submitted APP will be brought to the attention of the Contractor at 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 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 to the Contractors' Dredge Daily (CQC) report.

1.6.3.3 Work Phase Meetings

Review the appropriate AHA and document attendance at the preparatory, initial and follow-up phases of quality control inspection. The analysis should be used during daily inspections to ensure the implementation and effectiveness of safety and health controls.

1.6.3.4 New Employee Indoctrination

Inform 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.

1.6.3.5 Periodic Training

Provide Safety and Health Training in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1 and the accepted APP/IIPP. Ensure all required training has been accomplished for all onsite employees.

1.6.3.6 Training on Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

Prior to beginning a new phase, provide training to all affected employees to include a review of the AHA for the work to be implemented. In this training, train employees on the AHA process, i.e., identification of hazards, assessment, control development, supervision, and follow up.

Ensure that all employees understand the risks involved in dredging operation and hazardous environments.

1.7 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP)/INJURY AND ILLNESS PREVENTION PROGRAM

(IIPP)

Use a qualified person to prepare the written site-specific APP/IIPP.

Prepare the APP/IIPP in accordance with the format and requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1, 8 CCR Section 1509/8 CCR Section 3203 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 APP/IIPP elements are described below. The APP/IIPP shall be job-specific and address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written. The 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 APP/IIPP in the applicable APP/IIPP 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. Contractors are responsible for informing their subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the

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The APP/IIPP shall be signed by the person and firm (senior person) preparing the APP/IIPP, the Contractor, the on-site superintendent, the designated site safety and health officer, the Contractor Quality control Manager, and any designated CSP or CIH.

Submit the APP/IIPP to the Contracting Officer Representative within 7 calendar days after Notice to Proceed (NTP) as part of the Project-Specific Management Plan (PSMP), See Section 35 20 23, Para. 1.2.

Work cannot proceed without an accepted APP/IIPP.

Once accepted by the Contracting Officer, the APP/IIPP and attachments will be enforced as part of the contract. Disregarding the provisions of this contract or the accepted APP/IIPP 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 APP/IIPP shall be made with the knowledge and concurrence of the Contracting Officer, project superintendent, SSHO and quality control manager. Should any severe hazard exposure, i.e. imminent danger, become evident, stop work in the area, secure the area, and develop a plan to remove the exposure and control 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 resident engineer's office and at the job site. Continuously reviewed and amended the APP/IIPP, as necessary, throughout the life of the contract. Incorporate unusual or high-hazard activities not identified in the original APP/IIPP as they are discovered.

1.7.1 EM 385-1-1 Contents

In addition to the requirements outlined 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 CSPs, CIHs, STSs, CHSTs. 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 , applicable OSHA

SECTION 01 35 26 Page 12 May 2, 2022 standards 29 CFR 1910 , 29 CFR 1915 , and 29 CFR 1926 , OSHA Directive CPL 2.100, and any other federal, state and local regulatory requirements identified in this contract. Identify the qualified person's name and qualifications, 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. Submit 15 calendar days prior to on-site work and include the requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1, paragraph 16.H. and the following:

(1) For lifts of personnel, demonstrate compliance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.1400 .

(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) Program Documentation. The program documentation shall be site specific and address all fall hazards in the work place. Address how to protect and prevent workers from falling to lower levels when they are exposed to fall hazards above 6 feet. A qualified person for fall protection shall prepare and sign the program documentation. 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. Revise the Fall Protection and Prevention Program documentation every six month for lengthy projects, reflecting any changes during the course of dredging due to changes in personnel, equipment, systems or work habits. Keep and maintain the accepted Fall Protection and Prevention Program documentation at the job site for the duration of the project. Include the Fall Protection and Prevention Program documentation in the APP/IIPP.

The FP&P Plan shall include a Rescue and Evacuation Plan in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1, Section 21.M. The plan shall 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.

Include the Rescue and Evacuation Plan in the Fall Protection and Prevention (FP&P) Plan, and as part of the APP/IIPP.

f. Lead Compliance Plan. The safety and health aspects of lead work, prepared in accordance with EM 385-1-1.

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1.8 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA)

1.8.1 General

a. The Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) format shall be in accordance with EM 385-1-1. Submit the initial AHA for review within 7 calendar days after Notice to proceed as part of the Project-Specific Management Plan (PSMP), see Section 35 20 23, Para. 1.2. Submit each subsequent AHA 15 days prior to the start of each phase. Format subsequent AHAs as amendments to the APP. The analysis shall be used during daily inspections to ensure the implementation and effectiveness of the activity's safety and health controls. Develop an AHA for every operation involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous project operations or where a new work crew or subcontractor is to perform work. The analysis shall identify and evaluate hazards and outline the proposed methods and techniques for the safe completion of each phase of work. At a minimum, define activity being performed, sequence of work, specific safety and health hazards anticipated, control measures (to include personal protective equipment) to eliminate or reduce each hazard to acceptable levels, equipment to be used, inspection requirements, training requirements for all involved, and the Competent and Qualified persons in charge of that phase of work. For work with fall hazards, include fall hazards associated with scaffold erection and removal, identify the appropriate fall arrest systems. For work with materials handling equipment, address safeguarding measures related to materials handling equipment. For work requiring excavations, include requirements for safeguarding excavations. For work with commissioning, address safeguarding measures related to commissioning.

b. An activity requiring an AHA shall not proceed until the AHA has been accepted by the Contracting Officer and a meeting has been conducted by the Contractor to discuss its contents with everyone engaged in the activity, including on-site Government representatives. The Contractor shall document meeting attendance at the preparatory, initial, and follow-up phases of quality control inspection.

c. The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and, when appropriate, modified to address changing site conditions or operations.

d. 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 AHAs shall be developed by the Contractor, supplier, or subcontractor and provided to the Prime Contractor for submittal to the Contracting Officer.

1.8.2 Periodic AHA Review and Updating

Review the AHAs periodically (at least monthly) at the Contractor supervisory safety meeting and updated as necessary when procedures, scheduling, or hazards change. The on-site superintendent, SSHO, and Competent persons used to develop the AHAs, including updates, shall sign and date the AHAs before they are implemented.

1.9 DISPLAY OF SAFETY INFORMATION

Within 1 calendar day(s) after commencement of work, erect a safety bulletin board at the job site. Where size, duration, or logistics of

SECTION 01 35 26 Page 14 May 2, 2022 project do not facilitate a bulletin board, an alternative method, acceptable to the Contracting Officer, that is accessible and includes all mandatory information for employee and visitor review, shall be deemed as meeting the requirement for a bulletin board. Include and maintain information on safety bulletin board as required by EM 385-1-1, section 01.A.06. Additional items required to be posted include:

a. Confined Space Entry Permit

b. Hot Work Permit

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 NOTIFICATIONS AND REPORTS

1.12.1 Accident Notification

Notify the Contracting Officer as soon as practical, but no more 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, or any weight handling equipment accident. Within notification 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 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.

1.12.2 Accident Reports

Conduct an accident investigation for Recordable injuries and illnesses, for Medical Treatment defined in paragraph DEFINITIONS, property damage accidents resulting in at least $20,000 in damages, and near misses as defined in EM 385-1-1 , to establish the root cause(s) of the accident.

Complete the applicable USACE Accident Report Form 3394, and provide the report to the Contracting Officer within 1 calendar day(s) of the accident.

1.12.3 Monthly Exposure Reports

The Contractor shall electronically submit the Monthly Record of Work Related Injuries, Illnesses and Exposure report in a spreadsheet format for prime and its subcontractors, including the yearly report in a spreadsheet format for the "USACE Summary of Contractor Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses" by using "Summary Guide for Completing USACE

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Contractor Monthly Summary Record of Injuries/Illnesses & Work Hour Exposure" Guidelines. Both the Guidelines and the two forms are in Appendix 9 (Samples attached at the end of the specification package).

These accident reports are compilation of cases with days away from work, with job transfer or restriction, and other Recordable cases; also number of employee-days of job transfer or restriction, total number of injuries and illnesses according to types, establishment information, and employment information. This is to maintain an accurate USACE Summary of Contractor Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses count for the Contractor and for individual subcontractors.

1.12.3.1 Regulatory Citations and Violations

The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately of any OSHA or other regulatory agency inspection or visit, and provide the Contracting Officer with a copy of each citation or report and the Contractor's response. The Contractor shall correct violations and citations promptly and provide written corrective actions to the Contracting Officer.

1.12.4 Crane Reports

The Contractor shall submit crane inspection reports required in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1 , Appendix I and as specified herein with Daily Reports of Inspections.

1.12.5 Certificate of Crane Compliance

The Contractor shall provide a Certificate of Compliance for each crane entering an activity under this contract. State within the certificate that the crane and rigging gear meet applicable OSHA regulations (with the Contractor citing which OSHA regulations are applicable, e.g., cranes used during dredging operations comply with 29 CFR 1926 and USACE EM 385-1-1 Section 16 and Appendix I. The Contractor shall certify on the Certificate of Compliance that the crane operator(s) is qualified and trained in the operation of the crane to be used. Also certify that all of its crane operators working on the DOD activity have been trained in the proper use of all safety devices (e.g., anti-two block devices). The Contractor shall post certifications on the crane.

1.12.6 Third Party Certification of Barge-Mounted Mobile Cranes

The Contractor shall certify barge-mounted mobile cranes in accordance with 29 CFR 1919 by an OSHA accredited person.

1.12.7 Worker Compensation Claims

The Contractor shall submit at the 50 percent (50%) point and at project completion a written Summary of Worker Compensation Claims, using the form included in Appendix 6 (Samples attached at the end of the specification package ) . The Contractor's compensation insurance carrier shall certify the data on the Contractor's employee claims as "correct and true". The report shall include all subcontractors with the same certification by their compensation insurance carriers.

1.13 HOT WORK

The Contractor shall submit and obtain a written permit prior to

SECTION 01 35 26 Page 16 May 2, 2022 performing "Hot Work" (welding, cutting, etc.) or operating other flame-producing/spark producing devices, from the Fire Division. A permit is required from the Explosives Safety Office for work in and around where explosives are processed, stored, or handled. CONTRACTORS ARE REQUIRED TO MEET ALL CRITERIA BEFORE A PERMIT IS ISSUED. The Contractor shall 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 for the Contractor 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, the Contractor shall require personnel to familiarize themselves with the location of the nearest fire alarm boxes and place in memory the emergency Fire Division phone number. ANY

FIRE, NO MATTER HOW SMALL, SHALL BE REPORTED TO THE RESPONSIBLE FIRE

DIVISION IMMEDIATELY.

1.14 SEVERE STORM PLAN

In the event of 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. Detail all conditions that would cause a work stoppage by their definition according to weather reports, rough seas, wind speed, etc.

and all actions that will be taken to ensure the safety of all personnel and stowing of vessels.

1.15 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Contractors entering and working in confined spaces while performing general industry work are required to follow the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and comply with the requirements in Section 34 of EM 385-1-1, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146. Contractors entering and working in confined spaces while performing shipyard industry work are required to follow the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1915 Subpart B.

1.16 HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROGRAM

The Contractor shall include in the APP/IIPP a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each known or anticipated chemical brought to the site in support of project tasks. Provide a warning to the employees in compliance with 22 CCR Section 27001 Section 27001, Chemicals Known to the State of California to Cause Cancer or Reproductive Toxicity (Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, Proposition 65).

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1.17 PROJECT SAFE CLEARANCE PROCEDURE

1.17.1 Hazardous Energy Control Plan

Prior to beginning work, the Contractor shall submit a Hazardous Energy Control Plan in accordance with EM 385-1-1 . The Contractor shall ensure that each employee is familiar with and complies with the Lockout/Tagout Safe clearance procedures in EM 385-1-1 and CPL 02-00-147 . The Contractor shall provide instruction and training to personnel that have any involvement with electrical equipment or lines; mechanical equipment;

pressure systems; and vessels and lines containing dangerous or hazardous material which can be energized, pressurized, activated, or released remotely or inadvertently. This requirement also applies to any interface of ongoing Project operations. All work requiring a clearance under EM 385-1-1 and Project Specific Safe Clearance Procedures shall be coordinated with the Government at least 24 hours in advance. No work shall proceed until the proper clearances have been obtained from the Government for the work authorized and the Contractor has signed and locked onto the principal authorized clearance. Where the requirements of this specification and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements shall apply.

1.17.2 Safe Clearance Procedure System

A safe clearance system is used by Project Personnel to ensure continuity of service and safety to personnel and equipment. Any work, service, or delivery performed which requires taking Project operating equipment out of service shall be done only after a formal clearance is obtained through the Project POC. Clearance shall not be violated by Contractor personnel. Any violation of Safe Clearance Procedures will be grounds for removal of the offender(s) from the project. The use of locks and tags is required in the Projects Safe Clearance Procedure for all points that locks can be applied. Where locks cannot be applied, apply Project Clearance Tags. The use of personal locks for individuals working under Safe Clearance is required by CPL 02-00-147. The Contractor shall provide the necessary personal locks as there are limited number of guest locks available.

1.18 THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATION OF BARGE MOUNTED MOBILE CRANES

The Contractor shall ensure barge-mounted mobile cranes are certified in accordance with 29 CFR 1919 and ASME B30.8 , by an OSHA accredited person.

1.19 SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

In addition to Section 00700, Contract Clause 52.236-13 Alt I, ACCIDENT PREVENTION (Nov 1991)- Alternative I, and the referenced Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1 , the Contractor shall comply with the following safety requirements:

a. All transfers of personnel between launches and dredges shall be made deck to deck.

b. When bin measurements are obtained in rough seas, the vessel's speed and direction shall be altered to minimize ship motion and wave action over the deck. Under no circumstances shall soundings be taken when conditions are determined to be un-safe by either the Captain or the

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GQAR.

c. The Contractor shall file a Float Plan when required by EM 385-1-1 , paragraph 19.F.04.

d. Personnel Transfer by Boat

(1)Establish a written procedure for transfer of personnel by boat.

This procedure shall include as a minimum the following items:

(a) Sea and weather conditions under which a personnel transfer will, or will not, be allowed

(b) Procedure for establishing present sea conditions.

(c) Clear lines of authority regarding determination of safe sea conditions for a personnel transfer.

(2) Establish a written safety briefing for all personnel transferring by boat. As a minimum, include the following items and shall be posted on board both the boat and dredge:

(a) A requirement for the boat operator to provide a copy of the procedure and a verbal briefing for all personnel upon their initial transit to each work location (dredge or placement site).

(b) A log containing the names, dates, and location of each briefing provided.

(c) Detailed procedures for personnel transfer.

A copy of this procedure shall be posted on board both the launch and the dredge.

e. All U.S. Coast Guard Rules and Regulations including, but not limited to, the use of lights and day signals, draft limitations, safe speed in fog or limited visibility, and radio monitoring VHF-FM channel 13 or 16 as required shall be strictly followed.

f. Consideration shall be given to other channel users when going to and from the dredged material placement site. Caution shall be taken to avoid damage to crab pots or fishing nets in or near the channel or when transiting to placement areas. Reduced speed is required where there is a concentration of boats.

g. The Contractor shall immediately report to the GQAR any malfunctioning equipment that affects the safety of the personnel or plant.

h. Due to local sea and weather conditions, the Contractor is required to provide AHA's, and shall include Personal Locator Beacon procedures in the AHA's for the following:

(1) Personnel working on deck without handrails.

(2) Personnel outside the handrails without fall protection.

(3) Personnel cleaning out drag heads.

i. Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) and Receiver unit.

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(1) The Contractor shall furnish a Receiver unit located on the bridge, on or near the ships helm, but within sight of the mate or operator of the dredge, tug or other floating plant operating the Vessel.

(2) As a minimum, the following personnel shall wear Personal Locator Beacons:

(a) All personnel in an area that is not protected by handrails shall wear either a PLB or a fall protection system that meets all the requirements of EM 385-1-1 . A fall protection system can only be worn where feasible, safe, and practical. Where it is not feasible, safe or practical to provide a fall arrest system, all personnel accessing unguarded decks, shall be equipped with a PLB.

(b) All personnel transiting in small boats including project visitors.

(c) Water quality monitoring crew, including the boat operator.

(d) All personnel actively conducting hydrographic surveys.

(e) Anytime there are less than three personnel transiting by boat.

(3) The Contractor shall submit a Personal Locator Beacon system for review, 30 days prior to work. This can be submitted as part of the Accident Prevention Plan.

(4) The Contractor shall supply six Personal Locator Beacons to the Government prior to commencement of work. These will be returned to the Contractor within 30 days after physical completion of all work. In addition, the Contractor shall provide PLB's to all personnel transiting on their boats including Government visitors.

(5) The Contractor shall remove and replace all Personal Locator Beacons (including the PLB(s) provided to the GQAR's) that malfunction or break from the project immediately, regardless of the fault or cause. No dredging or placement will be allowed to occur without the required number of PLB(s) on site. It is recommended that the Contractor keep a sufficient number of spare PLB(s) on site to avoid delays in the dredging and placement, should a PLB malfunction or be damaged. The Contractor shall ensure all personnel shall be trained in the use of PLBs. The Contractor shall brief all personnel assigned to the project on the procedure if the system is activated.

(6) Specifications on Personal Locator Beacon (PLB)/EPIRB and direction/location finder.

(a) Miniature Personal Water Activated 121.5 MHz PLB/EPIRB (Alerting Unit)

(b) PLB/EPIRB's shall alert a 121.5 MHz Direction finder within two minutes. (Base Unit)

(c) Examples of acceptable units are Sea Marshall PLB8-LR 'SOS' (alerting unit), Sea Marshall SARfinder 1003(base unit with 'SOS' man overboard alarm and location finder), ACR mini B 300 ILS H2ON EPIRB, ACR Vecta2 Direction Finder, or equivalent.

(7) Single Band Radios for monitoring PLB's: The Contractor shall keep single band radios at the following locations for monitoring

SECTION 01 35 26 Page 20 May 2, 2022 the PLB signal. These radios shall be used for no other purpose.

In all cases, a monitored radio shall be located within range of all personnel wearing PLBs. The PLB signal shall be monitored by the Contractor.

(a) All Contractor boats (except the dredge with the base unit)

(b) Contractor's field office(s)

(c) Government office.

(8) The Contractor shall mount a directional antenna on the Contractor's boat that will be used as a rescue boat, with an external speaker that can be clearly heard over the engine noise, in and around the boat.

j. AIS: All dredges used on this Contract are required to have AIS installed and fully operational prior to the start of work and throughout the life of the Contract. The Contractor shall have personnel trained and on-site that meet the U.S. Coast Guard's minimum requirements for the use of AIS.

k. Rescue System

(1) The Contractor's rescue boat shall be equipped with a rescue man overboard system that can be used by a single person. All personnel working on these vessels shall be trained on man overboard rescue techniques and procedures.

(2) All Contractor personnel on all floating plant, shall be trained in man overboard rescue. Provide man overboard training to all GQARs overseeing the monitoring; anticipate training four to six GQARs periodically.

(3) No vessel specified in sub-item (k)(1) above to have a rescue system will be allowed to operate on this Contract without a rescue system installed and crew trained on its use.

l. VHF Radios: Have VHF radios at all steering stations on board all dredges, monitoring vessels, survey vessels, launches and other boats used on the project.

m. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs): All PFDs shall meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1 . In addition to the requirements of EM 385-1-1 , PFDs shall be worn in the following locations and for the following operations:

(1) During all water quality monitoring operations performed on the water.

(2) On the decks of all launches and motorboats regardless of whether handrails are installed. Launches and motorboats include water quality monitoring vessels, survey vessels and all other small boats used on the project.

(3) When taking bin soundings in areas subject to wave action.

(4) PFD's are required on…