Safety and Health Program/Policy

Safety Rules and Regulations

Reporting Injuries:

Report all injuries no matter how slight to your supervisor at once. Then report to the office for whatever treatment is deemed necessary. No excuse for failure to comply with this basic order will be accepted.

General: 

  1. No person shall, while under the influence of intoxicating beverages or narcotics be permitted to enter any job site, nor shall intoxicating beverages or narcotics be brought onto any job site.

  2. Gambling within company work areas is prohibited.

  3. Horseplay has no place in your work; practical jokes are never funny. Anyone involved in either of these foolish and dangerous practices will be subject to discipline or discharge.

  4. Learn the safe way to do your job before you start. If you are not sure you thoroughly understand the job, ask your supervisor for further instruction

  5. Work at a speed consistent with safety.

  6. Obey warning signs and flags.

  7. When lifting material, keep back straight, bend knees, and lift with your legs. Get help if the load is heavy. Always get help when lifting a sheet of plywood or sheetrock. The carrying capacity of any one person is 40 pounds.

  8. Work clear of suspended loads. If a load is moved above where you are working or walking, stand clear until it has passed by.

  9. Wear goggles, face shields, or respirators when the operation requires them. Your eyes and health are priceless.

  10. Wear serviceable and suitable clothing and gloves (shorts and sleeveless shirts are not allowed). Finger rings should not be worn while working. Work boots or leather shoes are required. Canvas shoes are expressly forbidden. (Steel toe ANSI approved “Tennis Shoes” are excepted)

  11. Riding material hoists, crane loads, or hooks is prohibited.

  12. Never leave an opening unprotected or uncovered.

  13. Remove, cut off or hammer down protruding nails, staples, etc.

  14. Unless you have received instruction on the operation of specific piece of equipment, do not operate or handle the equipment.

  15. Keep your fingers, hands and feet away from pinch points.

  16. Stop machines before fueling, oiling or cleaning. Never attempt to make adjustments while machine is running.

  17. Use only tools that are in good condition. If a company owned tool is in poor condition, turn it over to your supervisor.  Keep your own tools in safe condition.

  18. Compressed air tools or hose nozzles shall never be pointed at persons.

  19. Loads on trucks, trailers, etc. should safely be secured before moving.

  20. Help promote good housekeeping; this includes the proper disposal of lunch bags, bottles, cans and personal scrap.

  21. Keep aisles, passageways, and walkways clean and clear. Exits should be kept clear at all times.

  22. Keep stairways and landings clear and free of debris and material.

  23. Learn where fire extinguishers are located and how to use them.

  24. Hard hats and safety goggles shall be worn at all construction sites at all times.

  25. No open fires shall be allowed.

  26. Climbing or descending ladders with anything in your hands is prohibited. Use a hand line to haul materials.

  27. Indiscriminate throwing of material from scaffolds or other high places will not be permitted.

  28. Unless it is part of your work, do not attempt to adjust or repair any electrical equipment.

  29. Kill any circuit before attempting to work on it. Voltages under 120 can cause death under certain conditions.

  30. Ground wires leading from electrical apparatus shall not be disconnected or broken.

  31. Treat all electrical wires as live wires. Do not touch exposed wires. Report them immediately to your supervisor.

  32. Keep your shirt on – it will save you from sunburn, weld or burn splatter, cement burns or cuts.

  33. Do not park your automobile where it is exposed to danger, or where it would interfere with operations.

Other Hazards:

Consult your supervisor about any safety problem or hazard not covered by these rules and regulations. Report any unsafe practice or hazard to him or to the delegated safety person.

Note:

If you are injured in any way, you are required by lay to report it to your immediate supervisor. Failure to do so can result in a reduction in any benefits you may have earned. Any employee found to be fraudulently receiving worker’s compensation benefits will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Emergency response

When a serious accident or injury occurs, proper and timely response can make the difference between a slow or fast recovery, total disability or complete rehabilitation, or even death itself. This guide will help you understand what to do in the event of an emergency.

  1. If you discover an injury or illness victim, STOP and THINK, before taking action. VISUALLY CHECK THE AREA to avoid becoming a victim yourself. (Check for life threatening conditions such as electrical hazards, gasses, etc.)

  2. STAY CALM to give victim confidence and reduce fear.

  3. SURVEY THE VICTIMS CONDITION while another person calls for help.

  4. If the victim is conscience, ask for permission before performing first aid.

  5. IF THE VICTIM IS UNCONSCIENCE have another person call for help (911) immediately.

  6. STOP SEVERE BLEEDING. A tight compress works in most cases. Avoid direct contact with the blood. Use rubber gloves.

  7. Restore natural breathing. Start mouth to mouth resuscitation if necessary, and do not forget to use the one way mask.

  8. Look for shock. The symptoms include cold and moist skin, weak pulse, face drained of color, and fainting. Keep the victim lying down and cover them to conserve body heat. Try to calm them.

  9. NEVER MOVE THE VICTIM unless there is immediate danger in that immediate area.

  10. CONTINUE ADMINISTERATING FIRST AID and offer encouragement until professional help arrives.

THE FIRST AID KIT IS LOCATED IN THE JOB SITE TRAILER OR IN THE SUPERVISORS TRUCK

Injury Reporting Procedure

  1. If you are injured, you must notify your supervisor immediately. Even if the employee does not require medical assistance, you must still fill out an accident form... You can get the form from the safety coordinator or your supervisor.  At that time the supervisor will take appropriate action.

If medical treatment is necessary, you must immediately go to Boulder Community Hospital Emergency Room and receive treatment. If possible, immediately after being released from treatment, you must turn all paperwork in to the Safety Coordinator in the office. Also, at that time the employee will complete an accident form. Within a few days after reviewing the accident form, the safety director, will conduct and accident investigation.

Note: While being admitted at the hospital, be sure to confirm that all paperwork will be sent to:

Custom Environmental Design LLC
910 Jarvis Dr.
Erie, Co 80516

If there are any questions please call the office at (303) 994-1832

2.  In order to provide good medical attention for the injured employee, as well as provide an avenue to have the injured employee return to work as soon as possible, the safety director and/or safety coordinator will have regular contact with the injured employee until this claim is closed.

3. If the work status report (which will be received from the employee/Boulder Community Hospital) indicates modified duties are required, the safety director should establish a modified duty program for that employee.

RESPONSIBILITIES

CED MANAGEMENT

  1. Provide support for safety team, derive and approve safety rules, standards, and cost containment policies.

  2. Provide adequate budget for safety program needs.

Safety Director

  1. Administer the CED safety program

  2. Schedule safety training sessions, topics and instructions.

  3. Keep informed of all local, state and federal safety regulations.

  4. Assure company compliance with all safety regulations

  5. Act as safety spokesman during an OSHA inspection.

  6. Make field safety inspections.

  7. Advice management on safety matters.

  8. Implement the hazard communication program.

Safety coordinator

  1. Purchase needed safety supplies and equipment.

  2. Maintain all safety records.

  3. Maintain accident records and be a liaison with workmen’s compensation carrier.

  4. Provide pertinent information to workman’s compensation carrier for all job related activities.

Project Managers

  1. Help determine job site hazard analysis

  2. Coordinate a heavy lifting analysis – try to recognize what will be required to move and lift all heavy trees, boulders, and other material.

  3.  Keep superintendent informed of potential hazards and of abatement plans

  4. Hold Weekly training sessions

  5. Acquire all job required personal safety equipment.

  6. Enforce compliance with CED rules and regulations

  7. Provide inspections of all power tools, skid steer attachments, hand tools and extension cords

  8. Immediately report all crew injuries to safety director.

  9. Take reasonable care to mitigate harm to any injured employee.

  10. Maintain adequate first aid supplies at job site.

  11. Keep all OSHA job site required records on trailer.

Field Employees

  1. Comply with all safety rules and regulations.

  2. Attend all safety training sessions.

  3. Immediately report all job related injuries to supervisor.

Office Employees

  1. Maintain work areas clutter free.

  2. Comply with all safety rules and regulations.

  3. Attend all safety training sessions.

  4. Immediately report all job related injuries to supervisor.

Personal Safety Equipment

  1. Safety Glasses are required when operating at all times while on the job.

  2. A hard hat is required at all times while on the job.

  3. Hearing Protection must be worn in areas of noise exposure. Your supervisor will supply you with conforming ear protection.

  4. A back support is required by employees during materials handling operations. Do not attempt heavy loads, over 40 pounds, without assistance. Always lift heavy loads by bending your knees, not twisting, and keeping the load close to your body. Avoid strain on your back by lifting with your legs and arms. To safely carry a load, select a clear route of travel and maintain awareness of surface conditions.

  1. Dust masks are to be worn during dust producing operations.

  2. Respirators and rubber gloves are used on special jobs. Your supervisor will instruct you on this.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

General: Most all hazards involved with the use of tools can be prevented by the

Following five basic safety rules:

    1. Keep all tools in good condition with regular maintenance.

    2. Use the right tool for the right job.

    3. Examine each tool for damage before use.

    4. Operate in complete accordance with manufacturer instructions.

    5. Use proper personal protective equipment.

HAND TOOLS

1. Every tool was designed to do a certain job, use it only for its intended purpose! Every tool needs care!

a.  Keep your hand tools in peak condition: sharp; clean; piled; dressed; and not abused.
b.  Worn tools are dangerous; for example, the “teeth” in a pipe wrench can slip if worn smooth; an adjustable wrench will slip if the jaws are sprung; hammerheads can fly of loose handles.
c. Tools subject to impact (chisels, star drills, and caulking irons) tend to “mushroom.” Keep them dressed to avoid flying sparks.
d.  Do not force tools beyond their capacity or use cheaters to increase their capacity.
e.  Do not use tools as pry bars.

Power Tools

  1. Restrictions:

    1. All CED employees shall show competency in the operation of power tools prior to being assigned to their use.

    2. No employee shall use power tools until their competency has been established.

  1. Major hazards

    1. Flying objects can result from operating power tools – always warn people around you prior to use, always wear proper eye protection.

    2. Keep moving parts directed away from your body. Never touch a powered part unless power source is disconnected.

    3. Beware of swing around with the tool running. There may be a person behind you.

    4. Examine each power tool before use. Look for damaged parts, looses fittings, frayed chords. Tag and take defective tools out of service immediately.

    5. Electric cords must be unplugged before making any adjustment. Air must be “bled down” before disconnecting.

    6. Proper guards or shields must be installed on all pwer tools before issue. Do not use improper tools without guards in place.

Holes and Trenches

a.  All Holes and Trenches that are not back filled by days end shall be marked with yellow warning tape.

b.  Never dig a hole or a trench without prior knowledge of the buried utilities. If  you can not identify “locates” report situation immediately to your supervisor and do not proceed with digging.

c.  Cover holes less  than 18” diameter with ¾”plywood during any brake or by day end. Any hole large than 18” diameter must be covered with 2 sheets of ¾” plywood or 2” lumber.

Flammable Storage

a.  Store in properly labeled, UL approved, self closing lid containers. The lis must have a flash arrestor screen in their throats.

b.  Keep at least 50 feet away from smoking, welding, burning or other sources of heat or sparks.

c.  Flammable liquids must be stored at least 50 feet away from a building. Make sure danger signs are clearly displayed and read “Danger – No Smoking”.

Fire Protection

a.  Smoke only in designated areas

b.  Check to see if permits are required for welding, burning, or other open flame operations.

c.  For restricted and special clearance projects, know the fire alarm signal and how to turn it on, and how to proceed in the event that the alarm is sounded.

d.  Know where fire extinguishers are located and how to use them.

Orderliness

a.  Keep everything in its proper place.

b.  Put scrap, trash and other debris in the right containers. Covers shall be provided on container used for flammable or hazardous substances.

c.  Clean up tools and work area as job progresses and on a daily basis.

d.  Keep cords and hoses stored 7 feet overhead or lay them flay out of path of travel.

e.  Keep all equipment , materials and tools in a stable position (tied, stacked, etc) to prevent shifting or rolling.

f.   Waste shall be disposed of at frequent intervals.

Mental Distraction

a.  Mind in one place and body in another spells danger. If you have a personal situation persistently bothering you, tell your supervisor so he can re-assign you.

b.  The volume of jobsite radios must be at minimal volume so as not to cause mental distractions or difficulty in communicating.

c.   Wearing of audio headphones for listening to radios is not permitted.

MOTOR VEHICLES AND POWER EQUIPMENT

Vehicles and mobile equipment are to be operated by authorized personnel only.

1. Cars, Pickups, Trucks, Tractors

    a. The driver is responsible for the safety of all passengers and the stability of materials being hauled.

    b. Wear seat belts AT ALL TIMES.

    c. Shut off engine to refuel.

    d. Inspect each day before use.

    e. Mount or dismount only when vehicle is stopped.

    f. Keep arms, feet, and bodies inside. All personnel must be seated.

    g. No more than three people may ride in the front seat of any vehicle.

    h. Truck drivers must dismount from the cab and remain clear while truck is being loaded by power equipment. Drivers must wear hard hats.

  1. Personnel may not ride in the bed of pickup trucks.

  2. Operator of skid steer must be familiar with all attachments and their use

  3. Skid Steer must be inspected and greased before commencing any work

  4. Unauthorized persons operating skid steer will be discharged immediately.

EXCAVATION SAFETY

    1.Surface encumbrances that are located so as to create a hazard to employees shall be

       removed or supported as necessary to safeguard employees.

    2. Underground utilities such as water, sewer, telephone, fuel, electric, and others                 

       Must be determined prior to opening an excavation.

   3.  Means of egress from an excavation or trench such as a stairway, ladder, ramp

       or other safe means of egress, shall be located so as to require no more than 25

       feet of lateral travel for employees working in the excavation or trench.

   4. Employees exposed to vehicular traffic shall wear warning vests of highly visible

 reflective material

5. All  employees working in an excavation shall wear protective head protection (hard hats.)

6. No employees shall be permitted underneath loads handled by lifting or digging equipment.

7. Employees shall be protected from loose rock, or soil that could pose a hazard by falling or rolling from an excavation face or side.

8. Employees working in excavations shall be protected from cave-ins by an adequate protective system designed in accordance with the OSHA rules and regulations.

9. All excavations shall be sloped or shored to prevent cave-in an accordance with OSHA rules and regulations.

10. Appropriate eye protection shall be worn when machines or operations present potential eye or face injuries.

11. Where employees or equipment are permitted to cross over excavations, walkways or bridges with standard guardrail or fall protection shall be used.

12. Prior to the start of work each day and as needed throughout the shift, supervisors must conduct an inspection of excavations, the adjacent areas, and any protective systems used. If the supervisor finds evidence of a dangerous situation, employee shall be removed from the hazardous area until the necessary precautions have been taken to ensure their safety.

Hazard Communication Program

General

  1. In compliance with the hazard Communication Standard set up by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Custom Environmental Design LLC is implementing the RIGHT TO KNOW PROGRAM. The program has been designed to inform, train and ultimately protect employees from possible hazards of materials used in their operations.

  2. The responsibility to provide the hazard information for any particular chemical lies with the supplier. This office has been supplied with the necessary information. On our job site, CED is considered the supplier.

  3. The hazard information is in a notebook located in either the job trailer or the supervisors truck. After training, the responsibility to know the hazards of any material being handled and knowing how to handle it lies with the person handling it.

  4. Read the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the particular product being used before using it or handling it.

  5. Never use a product until you know the potential hazards you will be exposed to. If a product is not labeled, do not use. Report it to your supervisor.

Administration

A master filer will be kept at the Custom Environmental Design LLC office that contains the following.

            1. List of hazardous materials stored or used on the job site.

            2. MSDS received or requested

            3. Training sessions and content.

            4. Statements signed by employees to verify training.

            5. List of subcontractors notified of hazcom requirements via a subcontract with them.

            6. List of employees who have been given verbal or written notification of their failure to act in a responsible or safe manner on the job site.

Training for non-routine tasks and temporary personnel will be handled on an individual basis.

Container Labeling

Your first line of defense is the container label – read it and understand it. Below are guidelines for labeling to help insure your safety.

a.       All product labels must be maintained as they are received. They must not be altered or removed.

b.      If a label is illegible, do not use. Inform your supervisor of the matter.

c.       The hazard warning can be any type of message on a label, bi ti words, symbol or picture that conveys the hazards of the material. You will find some examples of them at the end of this document.

d.      Chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors are required to ensure that containers of hazardous materials leaving the workplace are labeled. If material is transferred from one container to another, and then taken to another job site, that makes CED the distributor and the new container must be properly labeled as per the material inside.

e.       The only exemption to container labeling is in the use of portable containers into which hazardous material is transferred from a labeled container, and which is only intended for immediate use by the employee making the transfer.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

a.       The seller, supplier or manufacturer of an hazardous material that CED purchases is required to furnish the MSDS sheet to CED. It  essentially contains everything known about the chemical., plus how to treat in case of contract with the product is defined.

b.      Copies of each MSDS are kept in the hazardous notebook  and are in sections corresponding with the list of hazardous chemicals.

c.       Sharing of information on MSDS with other contractors is expected. Likewise the contractor is required to make available the MSDS for the products they are bring to the job site.

d.      Any new or updated MSDS is to be reviewed with all emploees by supervisors and managers.

MSDS Review

Material Identification

1.      Material Name. This will be the trade name or generic name of the product.

2.      Other designations: This is where you see other names for the product that may be trade names, code numbers, or actual ingredients.

3.      Manufacturer: Generally, this is where the vendor name will appear with the address.

4.      Note the “Date” and “Date Last Change” notations in the upper right corner. You should question any date earlier than 1985.

Ingredients and Hazards

This section is divided into 3 parts.

1.      The first section identifies the hazardous material contained in the product.

2.      The next section gives the percentage of the material contained within the product.

3.      The hazard data technical dataon the quantities, time of exposure and degree of hazard of a material.

Physical Data

Gives the specific physical characteristics of a material so the hazards associated with the material can be better understood and procedures for handling, extinguishing, treating effects, etc. can be better evaluated.

Fire and Explosion Data

  1. Flash point is the lowest temperature at which a liquid gives off enough vapor to form an ignitable mixture.

  2. Auto ignition Temperature is the lowest temperature at which flammable gas, or vapor/air mixture will ignite from its own heat source or a contacted heat source without necessity of spark or flame.

Reactivity Data

Reactivity means the unwanted and uncontrolled ability of a substance to react or combine with other substances to release unwanted toxic or hazardous substances, cause fire, or otherwise release energy. The section gives the stability of  the product, conditions and other materials to avoid and the hazards the hazards that may exist during the decomposition of the product when burned, heated, or reacted with another chemical.

Heath Hazard Information

  1. Effects of overexposure – describes generally any important health information relating to exposure to the material or its components. Symptoms resulting from acute and Chronic exposure are listed. Also medical conditions that may be aggravated by exposure.

  2. Emergency first-aid procedures – Describes emergency and first aid procedures for treating exposure.

Precautions for Handling

This section describes the methods for proper handling of spills and leaks, disposal and significant environmental hazards.

Control Measures

This section gives information on personal protective equipment and exhaust ventilation, It will also give information on medical exams and exposures of individuals with pre-existing medical conditions.

Special Precautions and Comments

This section describes any additional or special precautions to be considered during handling or storage of the material.

Symbols and Pictures

Biohazard

This symbol is for biohazard. The term is taken to mean any viable infectious agent that presents a risk, or a potential risk, to the well being of humans. Each supervisor has identified the specific biohazards associated with your job, and will arrange training if necessary.

Cancer Causing Agent

This is the symbol for a chemical that has been found to cause cancer in man or animal. Excessive exposure to this chemical may cause cancer to develop in 10 or 20 years after exposure. It is important that these materials be handled with proper procedures and protective equipment. Minimize or eliminate all exposures to this material.

Radioactive

This is the symbol for radioactive material. Only trained personnel should handle this material. If you have any of these materials, talk to your supervisor on protective measures to be taken while handling.

 

Flammable

This is the symbol if flammable material. Flammables can ignite and cause fires, and flammable vapors if contacted with an ignition source, can explode causing a severe threat of life. Follow proper procedures, bonding and grounding, inverting, etc when handling these materials.

Corrosive Materials

This is the symbol for corrosive materials. Corrosive liquids attack the skin. Corrosive vapors can attack the eyes and lungs. The damage caused to the body by breathing corrosive vapors may not be noticed immediately. Wear proper repitory equipment to protect against corrosive vapors and protective equipment to avoid skin contact when handling. 

 Poison

This is the symbol for a poison. Poisons cause toxic reaction with the body and exposure to poisons should be avoided. Poisons and other dangerous chemicals can enter the body 4 ways; breathing, eating, skin absorption, and puncture wounds from sharp objects contaminated with the substance. To avoid these hazards, it is essential that you practice good hygiene habits, wear proper respiratory protection and proper protection to avoid contact with skin.

Compressed Gas Cylinder

This is the symbol for a compressed gas cylinder (CGC). CGC’s can contain different types of gas, from harmless to poisonous. The valve of CGC must always be protected from damage. If the valve of a CGC is knocked off, the force of the escaping gas can cause the cylinder to move in an unpredictable, violent manner. Great damage and even death can be caused from this extreme force. Valve protection caps must be installed on all CGCs. Always transport in the upright position. Always store away from sunlight and other heat sources in an upright position.  Always store away from oil, grease, gasoline, and other flammable material. Always consult your supervisor before moving, transporting or using CGCs.

 

Other Symbols

Fire Hazard (RED)

0 – will not burn

1 – Will ignite if preheated

2 – Will ignite if moderately heated

3 – Will ignite at most ambient temperatures

4 – Burns readily at ambient conditions

Health Hazard (BLUE)

0 – Ordinary combustible hazards in a fire

1 – Slightly hazardous

2 – Hazardous

3 – Extreme Danger

4 – Deadly

Reactivity (YELLOW)

0 – Stable and not reactive with water

1 – Unstable if heated

2 – Violent chemical change

3 – Shock and heat may detonate

4 – May detonate

Specific Hazard

OXY          Oxidizer

ACID         Acid

ALKALI    Alkali

COR          Corrosive

-W-           Use no water

Custom Environmental Design LLC

This is to acknowledge that I have received my copy of the Custom Environmental DesignLLC “ Employee Safety and Health Handbook”. I will read and abide by all rules and regulations in this packet and any additional safety and health rules and regulations on my job.

I understand that it is one of the requirements of my employment that in case I am injured while in the course of my work I will immediately report it to my supervisor.

I hereby give my permission to any physician, hospital, medical institution, government agency, insurance company, previous employer(s) or any person or persons to release medical records or files to Custom Environmental DesignLLC pertaining to any industrial or personal injury or illness I have incurred.

 

 

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