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Refer:______________
Date:_______________
IRAQ PROJECT FACILITATION
Health, Safety and Environmental Program
Attachment 1
To
Exhibit A
POLICY STATEMENT
Maintaining a safe and healthful working environment.
To achieve this goal, contractor has implemented policies and procedures necessary to
preventing workplace accidents, injuries and illness. contractor objective is to conduct
operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner. This objective can be achieved with a
combination of concerned management, responsible and knowledgeable supervision, and
conscientious, well-trained employees acting in a proactive approach to manage safety.
Proactive safety management is the key to contractor’s total quality management philosophy.
Safety performance directly indicates Subcontractor’s dedication to quality. Effective safety
programs require total involvement from all employees to reach the safety performance goal.
Contractor’s Number One Priority is safety in all activities and operations. The
Corporate goal is zero incidents and injuries in the work place. Management considers
no phase of construction or administration of greater importance than safety planning,
evaluation of potential job hazards and accident prevention. Accidents that result in personal
injury and damage to property represent needless waste and loss.
All Project Managers , Engineers and Logistic officers shall make every effort to provide a
safe and healthful work environment, free from recognized hazards that cause, or are likely to
cause, death or serious physical harm to workers or third parties or damage to facilities or
equipment.
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Contractor will take all reasonable precautions to ensure health, safety and welfare at work for
all employees by providing:
 A safe working environment
 Safe systems of work
 Adequate instruction, information, training and supervision
 Facilities for the treatment of injuries occurring at work
SAFETY POLICY OBJECTIVES
This document summarizes contractor’s Safety Policy, rules and procedures for maintaining a
safe and healthy work environment at all work locations. It is contractor’s stated objective to
conduct operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
It is the responsibility of Senior Management and Resident Engineers for each contract, to
ensure compliance of the Safety Policy through their line management and supervisory
teams.
1.0 Accidents, Incidents and Illness
 All work related injuries and illnesses shall be immediately reported to the
CONTRACTOR and the site first aid attendant. This report shall be verbal,
followed by a formal written accident/incident investigation report within 24
hours of the incident occurrence. Contractor shall assist with any follow-up
investigations.
 All accidents involving damage to equipment and material, including vehicle
accidents, shall be reported to the CONTRACTOR within 24 hours of
occurrence.
 All near-miss incidents that could result in damage to equipment and
materials shall be immediately reported to the CONTRACTOR.
 Any unsafe or hazardous condition shall be immediately reported to the
responsible foreman or supervisor and then to the CONTRACTOR.
 All work related injuries, accidents involving damage to equipment and
material, near-miss incidents and unsafe or hazardous conditions will
be immediately reported to Parsons Safety Coordinator.
2.0 Alcohol and Drugs
 Not permitted on Company premises.
 Anyone found to be in the possession or under the influence shall be
removed from the jobsite.
3.0 Audits/Assessments
 CONTRACTOR will perform periodic safety and health audits and/or
assessments. contractor shall provide PCO with timely, complete and open
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access to its safety process, files, records, work areas, etc. and shall
participate in any audits and/or assessments as requested
 Prior to mobilization, Contractor shall notify PCO, in writing, of any lower-tier
subcontractors that will be used for the execution of Contractor’s work scope.
Contractor shall be responsible for monitoring and auditing its lower-tier
subcontractors to ensure compliance with all project contractual
Environmental, Safety and Health requirements and compliance with the
project-specific Safety and Health Plan.
4.0 Confined Spaces
It is Contractor’s policy not to enter a confined space until:
 Non-entry methods of accomplishing the task have been determined to be
inadequate, unsafe or non-existent.
 The space has been tested, evaluated and classified, and appropriate
procedures implemented. The tests will be calibrated with direct-reading
instruments for the following conditions in the order given:
1. oxygen content
2. flammable gases and vapors
3. potential toxic air contaminates
 Appropriate personal protective equipment is available according to the
classification of the space and trained attendant(s), employees and entry
supervisors are available.
Confined spaces shall be classified as:
 Non-permit – exhibit atmospheric properties that do not represent a potential
hazard to employees:
1. oxygen content of 20.4%-21.4%
2. non-detectable combustion gas concentrations, as indicated
by a direct reading from a combustible gas meter
3. Concentration of toxic substances below the action level -
50% of the permissible explosion limit (PEL) of the
substance.
4.
 Class A – exhibit atmospheric properties immediately dangerous to life and
health (shall not enter unless authorized by HSE Manager and
Construction Manager):
1. oxygen content less than 16.0% or greater than 23.5%
2. combustible gas concentrations greater than 20% of the
lower explosive limit (LEL) for the gas or vapor in the space
3. Concentrations of toxic substances Immediately Dangerous
to Life and Health (IDLH). These anticipated concentrations
include 200 ppm for Hydrogen Sulfide
4.
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 Class B – exhibit atmospheric properties that are dangerous, having the
potential to cause injury or illness if preventative measures are not taken
(minimum of full body harness and air respirators)
1. oxygen content greater than 16.0%, but less than 19.5%, or
greater than 21.5%, but less than 23.5%
2. combustible gas concentrations less than 20%, but greater
than 10% of the LEL for the gas or vapor in the space
3. Concentrations of toxic substances above their PEL, but
below the IDLH concentrations. Anticipated PEL for
Hydrogen Sulfide (ppm):
8 Hour 10 Hour
12 Hour 10.0
8.0 6.0
 Class C – exhibit atmosphere properties that are potentially hazardous to
employees and that require, at a minimum, an air purifying respirator
1. oxygen content between 19.5% and 23.5%
2. combustible gas concentrations less than 10% of the LEL for the
gas or vapor in the space
3. concentrations of toxic substances above the action level (50% of
the PEL), but below the IDLH concentration of the substance
All confined spaces will be considered “Class A” until testing proves otherwise.
Only trained and inoculated employees shall enter confined spaces when sewerage is
present.
5.0 Driving
 Prior to operation, the condition of the vehicle shall be checked (i.e. tires,
brakes and lights).
 Seat belts shall ALWAYS be used when operating a vehicle.
 All posted speed limits shall be observed.
 Headlights shall be used during hours of darkness.
 A vehicle shall never be overloaded.
 Loads shall always be secured.
6.0 Electrical Power Lines
 Any electrical power line shall be considered to be energized unless and until
the company owning such line assures that it is not energized and it has
been visibly grounded.
 Operations adjacent to power lines are prohibited unless at least one of the
following conditions is satisfied:
* Power has been shut off and positive means taken to prevent the lines from being
energized;
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* Equipment, of any part, does not have the capability of coming within the minimum
clearance from energized overhead lines or the equipment has been positioned and
blocked to assure no part, including cables, can come within the minimum
clearances. A notice of minimum required clearance must be posted at the operator’s
position:
Voltage Minimum Clearance
(Phase to Phase) (Meters)
Up to 50,000 3.05
Up to 100,000 3.68
Up to 250,000 5.18
Up to 345,000 6.10
Up to 500,000 7.62
Up to 1,000,000 12.80
7.0 Excavations
 Employees shall not enter excavations unless permitted by a supervisor.
 Supervisors shall inspect excavations daily or if a change in ground
conditions occurs.
 Supervisors shall ensure all excavations are properly supported.
 Proper barricading and other warnings shall be used when excavations are
left open during non-work hours.
 Excavations over 1.5m deep shall be considered confined spaces and may
be monitored for oxygen, carbon monoxide and explosive gases, prior to
anyone entering the excavation.
8.0 Fall Protection
All employees shall use approved fall protection equipment whenever there is a
danger of falling. Activities that require fall protection include, but are not limited to:
 Working from aerial lifts;
 Working on a ladder higher than 2.0m from a solid surface, if the employee’s
torso extends past the side rails or if the vertical ladder extends a total of
6.1m or greater;
 Working on a platform or other supports with no guardrails, which are higher
than 2.0m from a solid surface;
 Working from a crane-suspended work platform is Prohibited, unless
approved by the Project HSE Manager;
 When an employee may have to enter, be lowered into, or raised from a
confined space;
 Working adjacent to an unguarded floor opening or sloped roof (a lifeline
system may be desirable for mobility);
 Working adjacent to a deep excavation, pit or trench.
 No job-built devices or equipment will be allowed on the jobsite.
9.0 Fire Extinguishers
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 Fire extinguishers shall be strategically located in all field offices and work
sites.
 Special care shall be taken when handling flammable liquids.
 Flammable materials shall be cleared away when there is a danger of
ignition.
 Fire extinguishers will be inspected once a month to determine if they are in
operating condition. A written record will be kept of these inspections.
10.0 First Aid and Medical Treatment
 First aid facilities, staffed by a qualified attendant, shall be provided on each
site.
 A copy of First Aid Attendant’s current certification(s) shall be provided to
PCO with 24 hours of request.
 Contractor shall provide routine medical and doctor related transportation for
its employees who suffer any occupational injuries or illnesses.
 Contractor will provide, and make prior arrangements with a local provider,
for emergency transportation.
11.0 General Public
 Should any member of the general public, especially children, enter any work
site without permission, they shall be immediately escorted off the job site.
 During working hours gates shall be kept closed whenever possible.
 Gates shall be closed and locked after working hours.
12.0 Hazard Communication
Employees will be instructed in the following when hazardous materials are used or may be
expected to be found in the work area:
 Methods and observations that may be used to detect the presence or
release of a hazardous material in the work area
 The physical and health hazards of the materials
 The measures employees can take to protect themselves from these
hazards, including specific procedures that shall be implemented to protect
employees from exposure to hazardous materials, such as appropriate work
practices, emergency procedures and personal protective equipment to be
used
 The details of the hazard communication program, including an explanation
of the labeling system and the material safety data sheet, and how
employees can obtain and use the appropriate hazard information.
13.0 Housekeeping
 Good housekeeping on the job is mandatory. All employees shall do their
part to keep jobsites clean to ensure safety and efficiency.
 Tools and materials shall not be left where they could fall and cause another
employee to incur an injury.
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 Good housekeeping shall be promoted through personal commitment,
including disposal of lunch bags, bottles and personal scrap.
14.0 Ladders
 Ladders shall be in good condition and inspected before each use.
 Ladders shall be secured at the top and the base, with a 1-meter clearance at
the top for access to platforms.
 Materials shall not be carried up/down any ladder.
 Both hands shall be used when ascending/descending ladders.
 Broken ladders shall not be used.
15.0 Lifting
 Gloves shall be worn to protect hands.
 Lifting shall be done with the legs AND NOT with the back.
 A good grip of the load will be required.
 Employees will obtain help if the object is too heavy (more than 35kg)
16.0 Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedure
 Contractor shall use a common Project system and equipment safety
tagging/lockout procedure,
17.0 Means of Egress (Entry/Exit)
 Free and unobstructed egress from structures, ditches, bell holes, etc., shall
be maintained at all times.
 Ditches with pipe in them shall have a means of egress (i.e., ladders or
ramps) on each side of the pipe.
18.0 Orientation and Training
 Prior to any Contractor employees beginning work, Contractor shall
administer a “New Employee Safety and Health Orientation”
 Contractor’s Management shall be responsible to provide its own company
specific orientation and specialized training to its employees
 All Supervisor Safety and Health Orientation training will be documented in
writing and include the signature off all in attendance, date of training and a
course outline detailing all topics discussed.
19.0 Performance Report
 A bi-weekly Environmental, Safety and Health Performance Report will be
submitted to the PCO, on a form provided by the PCO.
 The Report will detail all First Aid Cases, Near Misses, Utility Hits and any
Property Damage exceeding $500.00.
20.0 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The following PPE are required when working on any of Contractor’s jobsites:
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20.1 Foot Protection
 Leather work shoes or boots shall be worn at all times on the
jobsites
20.2 Head Protection
 Safety hard hats shall be worn at all times on the jobsites
 Hard hats shall meet ANSI standards
 Hard hats shall be worn with the brim forward at all times
20.3 Eye and Face Protection
 Safety glasses or goggles, equipped with hard side shields,
manufactured to ANSI Standards will be worn at all times on
the job sites (not required in offices, lunch/change areas or
while entering or leaving the jobsite, unless exposures are
present
 Employees performing grinding and buffing operations shall
wear face shields and safety glasses or mono goggles
20.4 Hearing Protection
 Hearing protection shall be worn when an employee cannot
hold a normal conversation with another person at a distance
of 3 meters (approximately 85 db).
 Ear protective devices inserted in the ear shall be fitted by a
competent person. Plain cotton is not an acceptable device
20.5 Specialized PPE
Breathing apparatus for trained personnel shall be used to enter confined
spaces when there is a risk from reduced levels of oxygen or the presence of
gases.
 Chemical protection shall be in accordance with
manufacturer’s recommendations.
 Both of the above operations shall be carried out under a
Work Permit system.
20.6 Hand Protection
 Gloves shall be worn when handling rough, sharp, hot or
other materials.
20.7 Safety Harnesses
 Safety harnesses shall be worn when any employee is
working two (2) meters or more above a working surface, if
there are no guards or hand rails, in any wet well, manhole or
sewer line, where access is limited.
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20.8 Minimum Attire
 Employees shall wear long pants, shirts, leather work shoes
and hard hats at all times when working on the job site.
20.9 Traffic Vests
 High visibility clothing and vests shall be used by employees
exposed to vehicular traffic or heavy equipment
20.10 Chemical Protection
 Employees who handle chemicals, or harmful substances
shall be provided appropriate personal protective equipment,
per the chemical manufacturer’s recommendations
21.0 Plant and Equipment
21.1 Lifting Gear (slings, shackles, blocks, etc.)
 Gears shall be checked daily for defects and safe working
load (SWL)
 Knots in chains are not acceptable
 SWL shall not be exceeded
 Gear will be returned to stores daily
21.2 Lifting Operations
 Unless involved, employees shall keep at least 5 meters
clear of all lifting operations
 No one shall be allowed to stand below loads being lifted
 Only one qualified employee shall supervise lifting operations
21.3 Cranes
 Contractor will designate a qualified supervisor to determine
the methods and develop plans for rigging operations to
ensure its crane operations and lifting activities are
monitored and executed in a safe manner
 All cranes supplied by Contractor shall have current third
party test certificate. A copy of this certificate and any other
inspections shall be provided to PCO prior to jobsite use.
 Supervisors shall inspect cranes daily for defects to wires,
lifting hooks, hydraulics, etc., prior to operation and shall
complete the register.
 Supervisors shall ensure correct placement of cranes, taking
into account outrigger position, jib length, direction of swing,
overhead and underneath hazards and stability of ground
 No equipment shall be operated if hazardous conditions are
identified relating to any piece of lifting equipment or its use.
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21.4 Articulating Boom and Scissors Platforms
 Elevated personnel work platforms shall be operated and
maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s
recommendations and only by trained and qualified
employees.
 Training and comprehension test records shall be made
available to PCO upon request
 All employees working inside personnel work platforms shall
wear a full body harness attached to a designated anchor
point.
 A fire extinguisher shall be provided on all such equipment
 Equipment used to hoist personnel shall not be used for
material lifting
22.0 Portable Tools and Equipment
22.1 Hand Tools
 Defective tools shall not be used
 Right tools for the job shall always be used
 Tools shall not be placed where they may fall or be a tripping
hazard
 Job-made tools of any kind will not be allowed on the jobsite
22.2 Electric Tools
 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) shall be used on all
temporary field electrical equipment
 Cables and plugs shall be inspected for damage before use
 Frayed or worn cables will be immediately replaced
 Correct voltage shall be determined prior to use
 Cables shall be kept clear of sharp edges
 Tools will not be used in wet or hazardous areas unless a
Work Permit has been issued
 Tools will be switched OFF when not in use
22.3 Air Tools
 Air lines shall always be inspected for damage before use
 Ensure couplings are secure
 Air lines shall never be used to clean clothing
 Air supply shall be shut-off when not in use
22.4 Vehicles and Equipment
 All vehicles and equipment on the jobsite shall be equipped
with functioning backup alarms
 Seat belts will be used when operating vehicles and
equipment
Employees shall always wear PPE when using portable tools and machinery.
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23.0 Road Works
 Traffic Control Plan shall be at the jobsite at all times when traffic is being
controlled by the Contractor
 Only trained and certified flag persons will be used on the jobsite
 Signs shall be placed in advance of any roadwork to warn, inform and direct
 Signs shall be clean and visible
 Warning lights shall be used during hours of darkness
 Barriers shall be erected around all excavations
 Excavated material shall not encroach onto roads and walkways
 The following guide shall be used when setting up road works, (including)
signs, warning lights and cones:
Speed of Traffic, # and Size of Warning Signs:
30 KPH 60 KPH 80 KPH 100 KPH
2 3 4 4
600mm 750mm 900mm 1500 mm
Taper Length, # of Cones and # of Warning Lights for obstruction widths:
2.4m wide 2.4m wide 2.4m wide 2.4m wide
30m 45m 76m 91m
4 5 9 10
3.0m wide 3.0m wide 3.0m wide 3.0m wide
38m 58m 95m 114m
5 8 12 14
4 7 11 13
3.7m wide 3.7m wide 3.7m wide 3.7m wide
45m 69m 114m 137m
6 9 14 16
5 8 13 15
24.0 Scaffolding
 All scaffolding must be erected and maintained according to established
standards.
 Employees shall never climb up/down a scaffold. Ladders shall always be
used.
 Ladders shall be secured at the top and the base, with a one-meter clearance
at the top for access to platforms.
 Scaffolds shall be inspected daily by a competent person.
25.0 Site Safety Coordinator
 (Contractor) shall formally designate an individual who will be responsible for
safety and health issues.
 Coordinator shall reside onsite during all construction activities.
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 Coordinator shall have the authority and be responsive to (Contractor)
employees, lower-tier subcontractor employees, and/or PCO safety concerns
and issues that arise during the duration of the contract work.
 Coordinator will participate in weekly planning, scheduling and safety
meetings held by PCO. Any pertinent safety and health information from
those meetings will be disseminated to Contractor’s employees and lower-tier
Contractor employees.
26.0 Utility Locate
 Prior to any jobsite construction or activity, Subcontractor will perform a site
survey to determine the location of any utilities
 The results of the site survey will be retained on the jobsite and used for work
planning during excavation and boring activities
27.0 Water and Porta-John’s
 Potable water shall be available to employees at all times
 Potable water shall be kept in a shaded area
 Porta-john’s shall be located within easy access of employees
 One porta-john will available for every 50 employees
27.0 Welding and Cutting
 Jobsite supervisor shall determine if a Work Permit is required.
 Proper protective clothing and equipment shall be worn.
 The work area shall be screened-off to protect other persons from arc flash
and molten metal spray.
 A fire extinguisher shall be within easy reach of the work and the area shall
be clear of flammable materials.
 All cylinders shall be kept upright and secured from falling over. Empty and
unused cylinders shall be kept away from the work area.
 All welding machines shall be grounded.
 Eye and face protection shall be worn.
__________________________________________
Date:
CONTRACTOR :__________________________
Engineer on Site ___________________
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