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JBROS Construction Corporation-

AIMM Builder and Construction
Supply/JV

ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH
and SAFETY (EHS)
MANUAL

Prepared by: Approved by:

JOEL B. ELLO ENGR. JAMES H. LIONG

DOLE Accredited Consultant Authorized Managing Officer
Accreditation No. 1030-072712-0172 JBROS Const. Corp.-
AIMM
Builder and Const. Supply/JV
 I. INTRODUCTION

This Safety Manual is for the management, staff and workers

of JBROS Construction Corporation-AIMM Builder and Const.
Supply/JV this will serve as a guidelines for accident prevention in
the construction site.

It is the primary objective of this company that all employees

must comply and follow this Safety Manual in order for this
program to be effective and successful.

I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

a. Name of Project: Design and Construction of DCWD

MID-RISE OFFICE BUILDING

b. Location of Project: Matina

Davao City

c. Project Classification: Building

d. Project Owner: Davao City Water District

e. Name of Contractor: JBROS Construction Corporation-

AIMM Builder and Const. Supply/JV

f. Estimated Start: _________________

g. Project Duration: 915 Calendar Days

h. Estimated No. of Workers: 50 workers including staff, skilled and

unskilled
 II. SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

1. OBJECTIVE

The project safety committee shall be formed to comply with

requirements from the Department of Labor and Employment as
detailed in the Occupational Safety and Health Standards, and to
assist in the accomplishment of safety objectives.

2. FUNCTION AND COMPOSITION OF THE COMMITTEE

2.1 A project safety committee as required by the company

safety program will be organized and a regular monthly meeting
will be held at the project site.

2.2 The minutes of the meeting will be recorded by the

project safety officer and distributed to all members. A copy of
the minutes of the meeting shall be submitted to the Bureau of
Working Conditions of the Department of Labor and Employment.

2.3 The Project Safety Committee shall establish

coordination and communication of safety issues in the project.

2.4 The Project Safety Committee shall provide a forum for

the exchange of safety information and views among all parties
involved in the project.

2.5 Composition of JBROS Construction Corporation-AIMM

Builder and Const. Supply/JV Project Safety Committee

Chairman - PIC or his authorized representative

Members - Superintendent
- Project Administrative Officer
- Foreman, Capataz
- Project Nurse or First-aider
- Subcontractor PIC or representative
Secretary - Project Safety Officer

III. SITE SAFETY AND PERSONNEL

 As required by Department Order No. 13. s. 1998 of the
DOLE/BWC our company appointed a Safety Officer which have
undergone the required 40 hrs. training on “Construction safety
and health course for site safety officers”.

A First Aider was also appointed based on the of workers as

per D.O. 13, duly certified by the Philippine National Red Cross.

IV. PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. PROJECT IN CHARGE
 Ensure the creation of a Project Safety Plan that complies with
the requirements of the company safety policy.
 Ensure that work is executed according to the Safety Plan.
 Ensure that the implementation of the Project Safety Plan is
monitored and that the plan is reviewed as and when
necessary.
 Promote an interest, enthusiasm and commitment to Health,
Safety, and Environment issues throughout the Project.
 Ensure the provision of competent safety personnel.
 Respond to the recommendations of the project safety
personnel.
 Set a good example.

2. ENGINEERS, FOREMEN, CAPATAZES

 Be aware of the requirements of the Project Safety Plan, Safe

Construction Methodologies, and safety procedures relevant
to the individual’s specific area of responsibility.
 Plan and maintain a tidy and orderly work place such that
work can be carried out with minimal risk to health and safety.
 Ensure that work is carried out as planned and regularly
inspect all work areas to ensure the safety of all activities,
equipment, and materials in his area of responsibility.
 Ensure that others, including the general public, are
protected.
 Incorporate safety instructions into routine orders and ensure
that workers are not required or permitted to take
unnecessary risk.
 Respond to the recommendations of the Project Safety
Adviser.
 Encourage those who perform safely and reprimand those
who do not.
 Set a good example.

3. PROJECT SAFETY OFFICER

 Serves as Secretary to the health and safety committee

 Prepare minutes of meetings
  Report status of recommendations made
 Notify members of the meetings; and
 Submit the employer a report of the activities of the
committee, including recommendations made
 Acts in an advisory capacity on all matters pertaining to health
and safety for the guidance of the employer and the workers
 Conducts investigation of accidents as member of the Health
and Safety Committee and submits his separate report and
analysis of accidents to the employer
 Coordinates all health and safety training programs for the
employees and employer
 Conducts health and safety inspection as member of the
committee
 Maintains or helps in the maintenance of an efficient accident
record system and coordinates actions taken by supervisors to
eliminate accident causes
 Provides assistance to government agencies in the conduct of
safety and health inspection, accident investigation or any
other related programs
 For purposes of effectiveness in a workplace where full-time
safety man is required, he shall report directly to the employer

4. WORKERS

 Attend orientation, toolbox talks, and safety meetings as

required.
 Use the right tools for every job and keep them in good
condition.
 Use the safety equipment and protective clothing supplied.
 Avoid taking shortcuts that may lead to unnecessary risk.
 Report any defects at the site, in equipment or any other
safety hazard.
 Comply with all rules.
 Participate in safety program and cooperates actively with the
Health and Safety Committee
 Assists government agencies in the conduct of health and
safety inspection or other programs

V. ON-SITE SAFETY/HEALTH PROMOTION AND

EDUCATION

1. OBJECTIVE

Safety knowledge, attitude, skills and habits at all levels of the

project workforce shall be promoted, maintained and enhanced
by regular and continuing safety training and education.

2. REQUIREMENTS
 2.1 Safety Orientation

New workers will be required to attend a Safety Orientation

course before deployment for work. Upon completion of the
orientation, a new worker will be issued with a site ID card or gate
pass and a safety sticker for his hard hat. He will then be required
to sign a safety orientation form.

Induction seminar of workers will also include the company

safety and health policy, project clinic procedures, and the
company code of employee discipline. The seminar will be
participated by the project nurse or first-aider and the project
administrative officer of his representative.

2.2 Tool Box Talks

Toolbox meetings provide a forum to discuss items of safety
relevant to the project and permit an opportunity for open
communication between employees and supervisors on the
project.

Safety talks will be scheduled on a weekly basis. Such talks

will be carried out by the supervisors (leadmen, capatazes,
foremen) assisted by the safety officer. The talks will be of short
duration on a relevant safety topic and records of attendance will
be maintained. Each talk will likely last for at least 15 minutes
every Monday morning or as determined by the project.

2.3 Safety seminars for supervisors and engineers

The PIC or the project safety officer will arrange safety course
for supervisors and engineers. The seminar shall reinforce the
responsibility of supervisors and engineers for their workers’
safety and welfare.

VI.i SAFETY PROMOTIONS

1. OBJECTIVE

Pertinent information shall be communicated to all employees

at the work site by practical means, to make employees well
informed about matters important to their safety and well being.

2. REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Safety shall be included in all job instructions.

2.2 Safety Bulletin Boards

  The project shall have an adequate number of bulletin
boards
 Bulletin boards shall be positioned so that employees
can view them while standing in a casual manner.
 They shall be well lighted for good viewing during all
shifts.
 Items to be placed in bulletin boards shall be regulated
to prevent undesirable and disapproved materials from
getting displayed.
 Bulletin boards shall have excellent conditions at any
given time.
 Poster subjects shall be planned in advance.

3. RESPONSIBILITIES

 Project supervisors shall include the safety aspects when

they give job instructions to their workers.
 The project supervisors and the safety officer shall be
responsible for the control of postings and the upkeep of
their bulletin boards.
 The safety officer shall provide posters and other safety
information materials for the bulletin boards.

VI. ACCIDENT/INCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND

REPORTING

1. OBJECTIVE

In compliance to Rule 1054 of the OSHS of DOLE, records of

accidents and illness shall be kept and maintained open at all
times for inspection by authorized personnel.
All accidents and downgrading incidents shall be thoroughly
investigated to find the root causes. Measures to prevent
recurrence of the accidents/incidents tend to be more effective if
targeted to the root causes; otherwise, treating the symptoms
would just increase the waste of resources.
An immediate investigation will be completed by crew
supervision, foremen/leadmen. The investigation process shall be
supervised by the project incharge and project safety officer.
 2. REQUIREMENTS

2.1 The Incident/Accident Investigation Report Form

should be used we can use the forms from the OSHS
manual.

2.2 All accidents/incidents shall be reported on the

standard form by the supervisor.

2.3 High potential accidents and near-accidents shall be

reported to the attention of upper levels of
management to assure full investigation and action
by appropriate authorities.

2.4 The safety officer shall ensure that all corrective

actions listed for major high-potential loss accident
are implemented.

3. MAJOR LOSS ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Summaries of vital information on major personnel

accidents must be written and promptly submitted to
the PIC.

 Prompt summaries of major property loss or damage

and fires must be written and circulated to the PIC.

 These reports must contain key information on causes

and prevention.

4. CONTENTS

The project in-charge will report in writing to the owner. A

narrative of accident details and what was done or is being done
to prevent recurrence. This written report may be preceded by a
telephone call for possible representation of the owner. The
narrative report will include the following information;

 Injured employee(s) name(s), occupation, length of

employment, age, sex, date, and time of accident.
 Description of accident; detail of what the employee was
doing and what tools, equipment, structures, or fixtures
were involved.
 Nature of injuries or illness
 Accident causes that contributed to the incident.
 Steps to be taken to see that this is done
 Provide a detailed sketch, if needed to explain the
accident scene.
 Photograph shall accompany the written report for serious
accident which results to lost time injury.
After the conduct of investigation, the employer thru the
project safety officer shall submit a report to DOLE Regional
office on or before 20th of the month following the date of
occurrence of accident using the DOLE/BWC/HSD-IP-6 form.

5. RECORDKEEPING PROCEDURES

The First Aid personnel with the assistance of the project

safety officer must maintain a variety of records for protection of
the employees, the company and client.

1. First Aid Log

This is a chronological listing of all visits to the clinic or
first aid station. Every injury illness reported, no matter
how slight must be recorded. A copy of the logbook and
necessary forms shall be provided to the clinic or first
aid station.

2. Individual Medical Record

This is a confidential record of the employees illness and
injuries reported to the clinic or first aid station. The
First Aider is responsible for keeping the medical record
of every employee in the site. At the end of the month,
he/she shall submit to the Project In-charge and project
safety officer a summary report of all cases treated in
the clinic.

VII. PROTECTION OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC

Safety measures shall be implemented to protect the public

from hazards connected with construction operations and
activities.

1. REQUIREMENTS

 Standard warning signs, traffic signs and barricades shall

be installed as required by government regulations and by
the OSHS for building projects.

 Flagmen directing traffic shall follow standard signals and

procedures.

 Operation of heavy equipment and hoists shall use

standard signals. When the distance between the operator
 and the signalman exceeds 200 feet, a portable radio
communication system shall be used.

 Only trained and qualified personnel shall be assigned as

vehicle drivers, equipment operators, signalmen and
flagmen.

 Safety nets, inverted umbrella, and covered walkway shall

be installed as required to protect the public from falling
debris.

 Signs, barricades and other safeguards installed shall be

protected from misuse, abuse, damage or interference.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES

 The Project-in-charge shall anticipate the project needs and

order the preparation the required devices.

 The project supervisors shall install required traffic signs

and barricades, and safety nets as required by the project.
They shall also protect these devices and public safeguards
from misuse, abuse, damage or interference.

 Supervisors shall instruct and monitor traffic flagmen.

 Supervisors and the Equipment-in-Charge shall instruct and

monitor their operators for heavy and critical equipment.

 The Project-in-charge shall strictly enforce the assignment

of qualified personnel to do certain jobs as stated above.

 The project safety officer shall conduct daily inspection of

the installed safeguards.

VIII. CONSTRUCTION SAFETY PRACTICES

1. EXCAVATION

Excavation is defined as making a depression or cavity in the

earth’s surface including the removal of previously installed
roadways, slabs or foundations at and below the surrounding
ground level. The principal hazards associated with excavation
are:

 Suffocation, crushing or other injury from falling material.

 Damage/failure of installed underground services and

consequent hazards.
  Tripping, slipping or falling.

 Possibility of explosive, flammable, toxic or oxygen-

deficient atmosphere in excavation.

Prior to starting excavation, proceed as follows:

 Determine the presence and location of any underground

oil, chemical or gas.

 Areas to be excavated shall be identified and segregated

by means of barricades, ropes and/or signs to prevent
access of unauthorized personnel and equipment. Suitable
means shall be provided to make barriers visible at all
times.

 Provide means of diverting surface water from excavation.

 Sloping, shoring or bracing that may be required to

stabilize the soil shall be designed by a competent
engineer and installed as designed. Special attention shall
be paid to bracing designs when the excavation is near
operating equipment.

2. CONCRETE, FORMWORK AND SHORING

Some of the hazards associated with concrete installations

are:

 Failure of inadequately designed/installed forms and

shoring.

 Awkward confined workspace while forming and placing.

 Rebar, wire mesh and tie wires pose puncture and

cutting hazards.

 Falling or flying concrete and gunite while placing.

Pre-stressed concrete includes use of exposed steel bars or

strands with much latent energy.

Safety for the installation of a finished concrete structure

starts with its design. A competent engineer should design the
formwork for all structures requiring the use of shoring and for
large pours to be made at and below ground level.
  Provide adequate bearing capacity, (a function of soil
conditions), for formwork vertical support members.

 Provide bracing of formwork lateral for loads to be

imposed during form erection and the pour.

 Provide support for and anchor reinforcing steel as it is

installed.

 Sequence of form erection should minimize exposure of

workmen to installed reinforcing steel. Provide covers as
required to prevent possible impalement or cutting by
workers by exposed steel.

 Adequate work platforms with guardrails should be

provided for workmen during form erection. Use safety
belts when platforms cannot be provided.

For placing concrete in approved forms:

 Provide adequate means of access for equipment and

men to be used for placing and finishing concrete.

 If buckets are used for pour, riding the bucket is

prohibited.

 Electric powered trowels, floats and vibrators shall be

double insulated or grounded for operator protection.

 For gunite work, head and face protections must be

used by nozzlemen.

 Eye protection is required for labor crews placing

concrete.

Removal of forms and shores should follow approved scheme

of the Structural Designer. All nails, exposed tie wires, etc. are to
be removed or bent over as forms are removed. Form material
shall be neatly stacked for reuse or disposal.

3. SCAFFOLDING AND LADDERS

i. The major hazards associated with the use

of scaffolding and ladders are falling men,
material or tools.

ii. Scaffolds are generally classified by the

loading of work platforms as light, medium or
 heavy duty with design platform loadings of 25
(122), 50 (224), and 75 (366) psf (kg/m2),
respectively.

iii. The following requirements are applicable

to all scaffold work platforms:

 A guardrail shall enclose all working platforms more

than 10 ft. (3m) above ground or floor level. Guardrail
shall be located 42 in. (1050 mm) above platform.

 Work platform shall be completely decked with no

openings.

 Adequate access to each work platform shall be

provided. If ladders are used, they shall be securely tied
to scaffolding.

 Planks shall be fastened/secured and kept clean.

iv. As applicable, continuous scaffolding is to

be tied and secured to structure being scaffolded
at 25 ft. intervals horizontally and 25 ft.
vertically.

v. All materials used for scaffolding shall be

periodically inspected to confirm condition
satisfactory for continued use.

vi. Suitable footings shall be provided to

prevent uneven settlement and loading of
vertical support for scaffolding

vii. If adjusting screws are used, they shall be

installed only at baseplates. They shall never be
used on scaffolds with casters.

viii. When erecting or using rolling scaffolds,

casters shall be locked in position. Personnel are
not permitted on rolling scaffold while it is being
moved. Any tool or material on scaffold to be
moved shall be secured.

ix. Straight or extension ladders shall be used

at an angle of about 75 degrees with the
horizontal (4 to 1 rise) with the top extending at
least 3 ft. (900 mm) above the point of top
support and securely tied at that point.
 x. Personnel shall have both hands
unencumbered when climbing ladders. All
climbing and descending shall be done facing the
ladder.

xi. Metal ladders shall not be used in the

vicinity of electrical equipment or circuits.

xii. When using stepladder considerations

should be given to tying off or holding to
stabilize.

xiii. Scaffolds must be plumb and level at all

times.

4. WELDING, BURNING AND CUTTING

The major hazards associated with burning and welding

operations are:

 Heat and fire

 Electrical shock

 Toxic gases and fumes

 Intense light, ultraviolet or infrared rays

 Restricted visibility while working

Proper care of welding and burning equipment is a requisite

for minimizing hazards.

 All gas cylinders shall have their contents clearly labeled.

 Gas cylinders shall always be stored, transported, used and

secured in an upright position. Valve keys must be on cylinder
when in use.

 Gas hoses shall be regularly checked for abrasion, cuts, leaky

joints or other damage. Welding cable shall be similarly
checked for external damage and for properly connected and
insulated joints. In running hoses and cables to work,
preferably they should be located overhead. If not possible,
and particularly in heavy traffic areas, protective cover should
be provided when run on the ground.

a) Never use grease or oil on equipment (cylinders, hoses

and torches) handling oxygen.
 b) Oxygen shall not be used for ventilation or cooling,
blowing dust or cleaning work.

c) Frames of electric welding machines are to be

grounded.

In preparing for welding and burning, it shall be ensured that:

a) Sparks or molten metal will not fall on people or

combustible materials particularly from work at
elevated location.
b) Work is screened or isolated to preclude exposure of
adjacent workmen to welding flash.

c) Work is properly grounded for electric welding. Pipe

containing oil, gas or other combustible material and
conduits and structures for electricity transmissions
shall not be used for grounds.

d) Fire extinguisher is available within 50 ft. (15 m) of

work. For work at elevated location or in confined
space, extinguisher shall be at work location.

e) Work location is adequately ventilated. For welding or

burning materials containing zinc, lead, cadmium,
chromium or beryllium, respirators or fresh air masks
are required for poorly ventilated or confined
workspaces.

f) Work pieces shall be properly supported for the

operation to be done.

While doing the work, welders and burners must use the
personal protective equipment required for the job. Normally this
will include tinted eye protection, which greatly restricts the
user’s visibility. For this reason, thorough preparation for the job
is important before starting work. Hand or power tools are
frequently used in conjunction with welding and burning
operations requiring additional protective equipment.

5. HAND AND POWER TOOLS

The hazards associated with the use of hand and power tools
are:
 Failure or disintegration of tool.

 Proximity to moving or cutting parts of tool.

 Flying particles from tool and work.

 Heat and sparks.

 Electrical shock.

 Crushing or pinching.

Tools that are right for the job, in safe condition and used
properly will provide productivity as well as safe work conditions.

 Wood handles on tools shall be free of splinters, cracks, and

solidly attached to their working heads.

 Electric powered tools shall be double insulated or properly

grounded. Electric cords shall be maintained free of cuts,
abrasion and kinks. Cords shall not be used for hoisting tools.

 Tools with exposed moving parts shall be provided with

guards to minimize exposure of tool operator.

 All powered tools shall be stopped and, as applicable, air or

electric supply disconnected, to make any adjustments to tool.
Fuel powered tools shall be shutdown for refueling.

 Impact-type (percussion) tools shall have suitable retainers to

hold tool bits in place during operation.

 Extension or leverage increasers shall not be used on tool

handles.

 Tools with “mushroomed” striking faces shall not be used. If

these faces are to be dressed, tool shall be inspected for
cracks and proper temper restored before reusing.

 “Dead-man” controls on tools so equipped shall not be

rendered ineffective.

 The rated grinding wheel and cutting blade speed shall be

compatible with the speed and power capability of the driving
shaft.

 All tools shall be regularly inspected, repaired and lubricated

as required to maintain them in a safe condition.
 Powder-actuated tools shall include safety features that
minimize possibility of accidental firing. These tools are to be
handled and treated as firearms with strict control of
cartridges, and shall be used only by qualified operators.

 Personal protective equipment requirements for each type of

tool shall be established and enforced.

 Air hoses and electric cords leading to tools at work area shall
be located or covered to protect them from external
mechanical damage.

6. MATERIALS HANDLING

The hazards associated with material handling are:

 Falling or moving material and equipment.

 Pinching or crushing.

 Cuts, punctures and abrasions.

 Strains.

Proper storage will reduce potential for damage and assist in

the safe handling of materials.

 Material shall be stored to provide access for men and

equipment when handling and moving. Aisles and access
ways shall be kept free.

 Material shall be stored off the ground by use of pallets,

chocks or dunnage.

 Flammable or combustible materials shall be segregated and

potential hazards identified. Suitable fire protection
equipment shall be provided at storage areas for combustible
materials and potential sources of ignition shall be restricted
from these areas.

Mobile equipment is frequently used for handling materials.

 When moving, material shall be secured to the vehicle.

 During transportation any overhanging material shall be

tagged or marked for easy visibility.
 For heavy or bulky material, routes of movement shall be
checked for clearance and load carrying adequacy.

 Passengers are not permitted to ride on material handling

equipment.

Uncrating of material poses hazards.

 Care must be exercised in removing straps or bands by using

the proper tools and protective equipment.

 When dismantling wooden crates, nails shall be removed or

bent over and lumber neatly stacked for disposal.

7. INDUSTRIAL MOBILE EQUIPMENT

Inherent with the use of productive mobile equipment are the

many potential hazards that can result from:

 A large mass in motion.

 Possible malfunction of the equipment.

 Response of operator to constantly changing conditions.

Prior to work assignment on any piece of equipment, all

operators shall be given the necessary instructions, practice
time, and tested by a competent observer for capability to
operate the equipment safely.

Prior to starting work each day, operator shall check proper

functioning and condition of horn, lights, tires, brakes (service
and emergency), windshields, mirrors, and make a visual and
operational check of engine and functional devices of the
equipment. Any defects shall be rectified or logged for correction
as judged necessary by the operator or his supervisor.

All equipment shall be periodically inspected and serviced by a

competent mechanic. Records of this maintenance shall be kept
for each piece of equipment.

The load capacity and any operational restriction for each piece
of equipment shall be posted at the operator’s station. As
applicable, the capacity and requirements for any equipment to
transport personnel shall be posted also.

Safe means of access to operator’s station shall be provided on

each piece of equipment.
Permanently mounted fire extinguishers shall be provided on all
industrial mobile equipment.

The engine shall be shut down and parking brake set each time:

 The equipment is being refueled.

 Any maintenance work is being performed.

 The operator leaves his station for any reason.

Any load extending beyond the confines of the equipment shall

be marked or tagged for easy visibility.

Loading of container-type equipment shall be limited to a

capacity that will avoid spillage along the route of travel.

When operator’s visibility is restricted in direction of travel, or

when working in a congested or confined space, a signalman on
the ground with clear visibility shall direct the movement of the
equipment.

For best control, mobile equipment shall always be operated in

gear, i.e., never “coast” down hill.

When equipment is shut down with any reason and at the end of
the workday all appurtenances such as blades, buckets, fork
hooks shall be grounded or placed in their lowest position.

In areas of heavy traffic or congestion, it may be desirable to

install traffic signs to control the movement of vehicles as well
as barricades to restrict foot traffic. (Note: A fatality could occur
if a worker walks out from behind a truck and be run over.)

Condition and capability of roads or routes of travel for mobile

equipment shall be ascertained prior to starting work. Weather
will affect these conditions, and they shall be rechecked as
appropriate.

8. ELECTRICITY

The major hazards of electricity are electrical shock and the

accompanying possibility of death. Fatal electrical shock can be
sustained with voltages of 120 or less with current as low as 50 –
200 milliamperes. These numbers indicate that care must be
exercised with any work utilizing electricity since the hazard is
present over the range of currents and voltages in service at
construction site. Because the distribution system is temporary
and because of conditions inherent with a construction site-
much activity, many people, water and dust – care in the layout
and installations of the temporary electrical system is required.

 The major source and distribution equipment

(generators, transformers and switch racks) shall be
isolated by fences or in building with access restricted to
authorized personnel only.

 All temporary circuits at the construction site shall be

grounded with the ground circuit having a resistance no
greater than 25 ohms.

 All circuits shall be provided with fuses or circuit

breakers sized to prevent overloading of the wire and
equipment in the circuit.

 All non-current carrying metal frames or containers of

electrical equipment shall be grounded.

 The conductors for the temporary electrical distribution

system shall be located to minimize possible external
damage and/or contact by people and equipment.
Conduits or protective covering may be required in
areas of heavy traffic or congestion. Only qualified
electricians shall do any alteration or extension to the
system.

 The use of a 12-volt temporary lighting system is

recommended for work inside towers, vessels or other
confined moist or dusty areas.

A tag and lock out procedure shall be established and used for
any work to be done on circuits, or equipment powered by
energized circuits.

When working in an operating substation or substations with

energized buses, barriers shall be provided and identification
signs installed to segregate workers from “live” equipment.

All portable electric powered tools shall be grounded or double

insulated. Cords for these tools shall be run and located to
minimize possible damage to cord. Cords shall not be used for
hoisting tools.

Where more than one voltage level is in service at a site, each

receptacle shall have its voltage identified.
 9. PAINTING

The hazards associated with painting are:

 Toxic fumes
 Flammable materials
 Falls
 Dust and flying particles

Painting frequently includes the use of toxic and/or flammable

materials. Prior to staring work, workmen shall be made aware of
the hazards of the materials they are using and the protective
equipment required. When using flammable or combustible
materials in confined spaces, adequate ventilation must be
provided. Respiratory equipment shall be used as the conditions
and materials dictate.

Surface preparation for painting can present a variety of

hazards dependent on the method used.

 When solvent cleaning, the toxic and combustion

characteristics of the solvent shall be determined, and
appropriate protection provided.

 When mechanical cleaning, such as chipping, scraping

or wire brushing, eye protection is mandatory.

 If sandblasting is done, workmen doing the work shall be

equipped with fresh air masks with the source of air
supply monitored for suitability for breathing purposes.
Eye protection is required for those doing the blasting
and other persons exposed in the area.

 During any surface preparation involving the use of heat

or fire, fire extinguishers shall be located within 25 ft.
(7.5 m) of the work.

The use of safety belts or safety harnesses is mandatory for all

work more than 10 ft (3m) above grade, which is not done from a
fixed platform with guardrails.

Pressurized spray guns are frequently used for paint

application.
  If spray printing is done in an enclosed area, adequate
ventilation and/or means of safely exhausting fumes
must be provided.

 Spray gun nozzle shall be grounded to minimize

possibility of static electricity build-up and discharge.

 Care must be exercised in the use of spray equipment

employing high pressure. Trigger guards shall be
provided on these sprays.

10. MASONRY

The hazards associated with masonry and insulation are:

 Dust and fumes

 Cuts, abrasions and punctures.

 Falling materials.

 Personnel falls

For work at an elevated location, in addition to having a work

platform with guardrails, care shall be exercised to insure that
materials to be handled do not exceed allowable scaffold
loading. Bricks and blocks shall be neatly stacked. They shall be
passed by hand, not thrown, when moving.

Hand and eye protection shall be worn when installing wire

mesh and sheet metal that requires cutting and/or trimming. Eye
protection shall be worn when shaping bricks with hand tools.

When mixing and installing mortar or insulating cement mixes,

protective equipment shall be used as indicated by the material
supplier.

When cutting brick with a power saw, dust shall be controlled,

preferably by use of an exhaust hood. Dust may also controlled
by wetting the brick and/or providing barriers to limit dispersion.
Operator shall wear eye and face protection while cutting and
respiratory equipment if exposed to dust.

Basic safety practices forbid the use of any installation

containing asbestos.
 Excess scrap materials must be promptly cleaned up and
disposed of at least daily.

11. HOUSEKEEPING

 Inherent with good housekeeping is the elimination of many

hazards that could result in falls, trips, cuts, fires and many
other potential accidents. Good housekeeping is a visible
advertisement and promotion of safe working conditions.

 Containers for trash and debris shall be deployed throughout

the site. Schedule of pick-up and disposal of trash shall be set
to prevent overfilling containers and large accumulations at
any location.

 If work restricts traffic on roads, barricades to divert traffic

shall be used. Similarly, clear walkways for access to site shall
be maintained. Hoses and electric cords shall be laid to
minimize road and walkway crossings. Where necessary,
these shall be run overhead, or provided with protective
covering if run at ground level.

 Clean up is a part of every job to be done. Excess and scrap

materials shall be stored when not in use. Working platforms
on long-standing scaffolds shall be periodically cleaned of
debris.

12. SAFETY SIGNAGES

Safety signages should be provided in order to warn the

workers and the public of hazards existing in the workplace. It shall
be posted in the appropriate areas, strategic locations and should
be understandable. The size should conform with the OSHS manual
and same with color. All signages should be kept clean and be
inspected regularly. It should be in good condition, damage
signages should be removed or replaced.

Signages shall include but not limited to the following:

 The use of Personal Protective Equipment

 Areas where there are potential risk of falling and falling
objects
  Areas where explosives and flammable substance are stored
 Areas where there are tripping and slipping hazards
 Places of electrical facility or equipment
 Places where dangerous moving parts of machinery
 Location of fire alarms and fire fighting equipment
 Periodic updating of man-hours lost

X. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL PLAN

1. OBJECTIVE

Project the environment and surrounding communities from hazards

and environmental concerns posed by the construction activities in
the project.

This plan covers and should be applied to all works in this project.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project-in-Charge shall be responsible for the implementation of

this Environmental Control Plan.

The Project-in-Charge shall ensure that the plan conforms to the

project risk assessment done for the project.

The Project Safety Officer shall assist the PIC in the implementation
of this plan. He shall conduct daily inspection of the site to identify
non-compliance with this plan and to determine other hazards and
concerns not identified by previous risk assessment and hazard
analysis.

3. HAZARDS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

 Dust
 Noise
 Exhaust emission
 Muddy roads

4. SPECIFIC CONTROL MEASURES

 DUST
 Sprinkle dry grounds with water
 Place gravel around field office areas
  Implement site speed limit at 20 kph or as
required by the owner for all vehicles

 NOISE
 Mount equipment so that vibration will be
reduced
 Position equipment as further away from the field
offices and active areas as practicable
 Install muffler to exhaust systems of machines
and equipment
 Provide ear protection for workers exposed to
noise

 EXHAUST EMISSION

 Direct exhaust of stationary equipment away

from work areas and field offices
 Position machine or equipment in open areas
 Do not run any gas or diesel engine inside
confined spaces
 Implement preventive maintenance schedule

 MUDDY ROADS

 Provide tire washing facilities near exit gate

 Require all outgoing vehicles to wash tires before
going out to the project

5. MONITORING

The Project-in-Charge shall require strict monitoring of compliance

with the requirements of this Environmental Control Plan.

The Project Safety Officer shall continuously monitor on-site

conditions; detect changes and new hazards not previously
identified in this plan. He shall require immediate actions to control
the hazard and prevent possible damage or serious impact to the
environment and surrounding communities.

XI. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

All employees are required to wear appropriate personal

protective equipment in all operations where there is exposure to
hazardous conditions or where there is need for using such
equipment to reduce the hazard to the employees.
 Once issued, it is the responsibility of the employee to see
that the issued PPE’s are maintained in safe condition and inspected
daily.

1. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 Safety Helmet
 Safety Shoes
 Pants (trouser) maong. No worn out pants
 Long Sleeve T-Shirt

2. GUIDELINES IN THE USE OF P.P.E’S:

In providing safe working conditions, the use of personal

protective equipment is the last line of defense against possible
injury. It must be recognized that the use of personal protective
equipment frequently reduces or restricts some of our normal
senses that contribute to our safety awareness. For example:

 Wearing safety glasses with side shields, goggles, or tinted

goggles restricts normal vision.
 Earmuffs or plugs reduce hearing capability.
 Use of respiratory equipment frequently restricts vision.
 Wearing gloves reduces the sense of feel.
 The discomfort of wearing many protective items is distracting
to users.

 HEAD PROTECTION

Because of the danger of falling or flying material, or impact

with fixed or moving objects, the wearing of non-conducting safety
hats throughout the construction site are normally mandatory.

 EYE AND FACE PROTECTION

Exposure to airborne physical, chemical or radiation agents

that could injure the eyes or face requires protection. Refer to Rule
1082 of the OSHS. At each construction site consideration should be
given to mandatory eye protection for certain areas or the entire
site if conditions warrant and eye injuries will be reduced. Contact
lenses do not constitute eye protection, and actually pose a hazard
to the user in some situations. Consequently, their use on site is
strongly discouraged.

 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

Physical or chemical contaminants in the air that are harmful

if ingested by breathing and/or possible oxygen deficiency require
the use of respiratory equipment. This equipment that fits over the
nose, nose and mouth, or entire face can be broadly classified by its
intended function.

The suppliers of canisters and filters identify them for the

types of environment they are effective in, and limit their use. These
instructions must be observed for proper protection.

Anybody excepted to use fresh air masks in the course of their

work shall be given training and practice in the proper methods of
wearing and operating this equipment.

 HEARING PROTECTION

High noise levels pose the long-range health hazard of loss of

hearing to exposed workers. Permissible noise exposures are given
in Table 8b of the OSHS. Because of the changing activities and
conditions, periodic monitoring for the noise levels throughout the
construction site are required. When noise levels above permissible
level are observed, the preferred course of action is to control or
isolate the noise source thus reducing it to a permissible level for
exposed workers. If it is impractical to do this, hearing protection
shall be provided for exposed employees. Earmuffs or plugs of
material designed for sound muffling shall be used.

 BODY PROTECTION

For most works in a construction site, work clothing that

covers the body, legs and arms is adequate. Workers that are
exposed to heat, sparks or molten metal should be aware that some
clothing materials are more flammable than others, i.e. some
synthetic fibers ignite and burn more readily than natural cloth
fibers. Suits or aprons suitable for the exposure to extreme heat,
toxic chemicals, or acids shall be provided if work conditions
require.

 FOOT PROTECTION

It is advisable for all workers on a construction site to wear

safety shoes because of the many hazards exposing feet to injury.
In addition, used of boots may be required when work is in water or
feet are exposed to chemical or acids.

 HAND PROTECTION

Various types of gloves shall be available and used to

protect the hands from cuts, abrasions and punctures, sparks, heat,
cold, and molten metal; contact with electricity, and exposure to
toxic chemicals and acids.
  SAFETY BELTS/SAFETY HARNESS

Safety belts/Safety Harness shall be used by all workers on

elevated work where scaffolding, ladders, catch platforms or
temporary floors are not provided. Safety belts or safety harnesses
shall be attached to a fixed support, and lanyard shall restrict fall to
6 ft. (1.8 m).

XII. HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

Hazardous materials are substances or mixtures that may

cause personal injury, illness, or threat to the public or environment
during handling, use, discharge or disposal.

If hazardous material is used or stored at the construction site,

a written hazard communication (HAZ COM) program shall be
developed, implemented, and maintained.

In order to prevent and/or control employee exposure, it is

essential that the supervisor inform all workers about any hazardous
material at the construction site.

 The HAZ COM program shall include:

 Labels and warning forms

 Labels on hazardous material containers shall not be

removed or defaced. They shall be legible and identify
the substance in the container, and display the
appropriate warning about the substance.

 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

 An MSDS for each chemical shall be available at the

site at which the hazardous material is present. The
MSDS shall be legible and available for worker review.

 Specific worker training requirements

 HAZ COM program

 Health and environmental hazards of the various
chemicals in the workplace
 Detection
 Protection from harmful exposure

List of inventory of hazardous material at the construction site.

 Information about hazardous material at the construction site
shall be provided to workers as soon as they are assigned and when
additional hazardous material is brought to the site. Workers shall
be informed of the location of the HAZ COM program, listing of
hazardous substances, and MSDSs.

 General precautions:

 Read the MSDS and Label – Prevent illness and injury

by reading the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and
container label for each hazardous substance used. These
give key health and safety information about the
hazardous substances in the work area.

 Container Labels/Storage of Harmful Substance –

Each label should list the substance name, hazardous
ingredients, hazard warnings and the manufacturer’s
name and address. Harmful substance should be stored in
a safe place with secured facilities.

 Special Protection – MSDS gives information on the

personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the
particular work being performed. These sheets would list
specific types that are recommended, such as full-face
mask respirator, rubber gloves and chemical goggle.

XIII. TESTING AND INSPECTION OF HEAVY

EQUIPMENT

Based on the D.O. 13 of DOLE/BWC all heavy equipment

should be tested prior to commissioning, then routine inspection of
equipment while on operation.

A logbook for data on maintenance, repairs, tests and

inspections for each heavy equipment should be maintained.

XIV. WORKERS SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

JBROS Construction Corporation-AIMM Builder and Const.

Supply/JV will hire skilled workers who are certified by TESDA, this
goes also for the heavy equipment operators. In conformity with the
requirement based on the Department Order 13.
 XV. TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION FACILITIES AND
EQUIPMENT

1. FIRE PREVENTION

 Good housekeeping in the construction site is the first step

in a fire prevention program. Trash shall be picked up and
disposed to prevent accumulations that can cause or
contribute to a fire. Paper, rags, sawdust and scrap lumber
are commonly present; containers shall be provided to
gather such debris. The containers shall b e emptied on a
schedule that avoids excessive accumulations and
overfilling.

 Flammable and combustible materials utilized for

construction shall be stored in an isolated or segregated
area until they are used. Such materials include solvents
and thinners used for painting, fuel of engine driven
equipment, scaffold boards, form lumber, and compressed
gases. If volatile materials are stored in a building, it shall
be ventilated to avoid an explosive atmosphere. Access to
storage areas for flammable and combustible materials
shall be restricted, and sources of ignition forbidden in the
area. As these materials are removed from storage for use,
the precautions required to prevent ignition for each type
of materials shall be observed.

 Sources of fire ignition exist throughout a construction site

with welding, flame burning, grinding, heaters, and exhaust
from engines or sparks from electrical equipment.
Scheduling shall minimize work with combustible materials
in the vicinity of ignition sources. When this is impractical,
fire protection equipment shall be provided and
consideration given to providing a fire watchman to initiate
action should a fire occur when the fire hazard is large.

 Only approved containers should be used to store or

transport fuel.

 Fuel storage tanks, hoses, etc., should be grounded.

 No smoking rules must be established and enforced

without exception.

 Fire extinguishers should be available to all welders.

 Fire drills should be considered especially if the project is in

or near an existing operating facility.
 2. FIRE PROTECTION INSTALLED

 First aid/fire fighting equipment shall consist primarily of

portable fire extinguishers. Refer to Rule 1944.05 of the
OSHS. Extinguishers to be permanently mounted shall have
their location clearly marked and be accessible at all times.
The necessary instructions for using extinguishers shall be
given to all personnel who may be required to use them.

XVI. FIRST AID AND HEALTH CARE MEDICINES,

EQUIPMENT FACILITIES

The first aid station or clinic should consist the following

equipment and medicines as a requirement of D.O.13.

 Equipments
o Washing Area
o First Aid Cabinet
o Stretcher
o Examining Table and chair
o First Aid Pamphlet

 Cotton
 Dressing Pads

o Gauze pads, finger size

o Gauze swabs, medium size
o Gauze swabs, large
o Adhesive dressing
o Eye pads

 Plasters
 Bandages
 Eyewash solution
 Thermometer
 Stethoscope
 Spygmomanometer
 Safety pins

Medicines for the station should be taken from Table 47 of

the OSHS manual based on the number of workers. And it should be
noted for hazardous and non-hazardous workplace.

XVII. WORKERS WELFARE FACILITIES

 Adequate toilet, washroom and change facilities shall be
provided for the work force. Daily janitorial service shall be provided
for these facilities.

Potability of drinking water used on the site shall be checked

regularly. Containers for drinking water shall be identified for that
use only, tightly covered when in use and not user for any purpose.

If eating facilities are provided on site, sanitary conditions

shall be monitored periodically. Garbage shall be kept in sealed
containers and disposed daily.

Control of vermin, pests and insects is required if they pose a

hazard to health of workers while on the site.

A temporary bunkhouse for the workers, this will serve as a

temporary shelter complete with lockers, storing of personal
belongings of workers.

A canteen will be provided for clean and sanitize food for the
workers.

XVIII. PROPOSED HOURS OF WORK AND REST

BREAKS

The work schedule will be from Monday to Saturday, 8:00 am-

5:00pm, with 15minutes break in the morning and afternoon and
one (1) hour break for lunch.

XIX. CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL

1. OIL LEAKS AND SPILLAGE

 Implement proper storage and handling of

fuel and lubricants
 Provide oil catch or drip trays.
 Clean up immediately any spillage and leak
 Utilize only equipment in good condition.
Disallow entry of equipment with leaks into
the project
 Deploy fire extinguisher in fuel and oil
storage areas
 2. GARBAGE

 Designate garbage collection area

 Clean up the site daily
 Dispose garbage off site regularly and
frequently
 Disallow eating in the work areas
 Designate mess hall area away from the
work areas

XX. EMERGENGY ACTION PLAN

1. OBJECTIVES

The objectives of this Emergency Action Plan are:

 To ensure readiness to cope with emergencies that may

result in the loss of life and property.
 To be able to effectively carry out an orderly, timely, and
safe evacuation of all personnel in affected areas of the
emergency when necessary.
 To prevent further injuries/casualties, and more damage to
property in times of disasters, or natural calamities.
 To facilitate first-aid response to an injured worker, and
immediate access to Emergency Room facilities or first aid
station.

2. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Should emergency occur, the Project In-charge on site shall:

 Immediately secure the area and implement the emergency

action plan. According to the situation, the person in charge
will delegate authority and assure the safety of those
responding.

 Ensure notification of the project safety officer.

 Provide information regarding the emergency to rescue
personnel and project management representatives only.
Question from the press and media will referred to the Project
Management.

XXI. CONSTRUCTION SITE DEMOBILIZATION

 After the project, dismantling and demolition of
temporary structure, scaffold, temporary electrical wiring, transport
of heavy equipment must be under the supervision of a competent
person and the project safety officer. It must be in accordance with
OSHS manual and D.O. 13 especially for heavy equipment.

XXII. JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS

1. OBJECTIVE

The objective of job hazard analysis is to develop a

preliminary hazard analysis on work operations as to their potential
for injury, property damage or both. Once potential hazards have
been identified, procedures can be developed to eliminate or
mitigate their potential for occurrence.

In our company JBROS Construction Corporation-AIMM

Builder and Const. Supply/JV the workers will conduct tool box
meeting every morning for 15 minutes, here they will identify
hazard in every scope of work and give corrective action in order to
avoid accidents.

2. BENEFITS
 Potential for injury property damages could be
prevented and eliminated
 Identified hazards could be used as a tool in the
foresight of scheduled activities
 Necessary safety precautions could be planned
 Job procedures and construction methods could be
adjusted or improved
 Provides training
 Increases awareness
XXIII. PENALTIES AND REWARD

1. REWARD

Since the manpower of this project is more than

fifty (50), we in JBROS CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION-AIMM
BUILDER AND CONST. SUPPLY/JV proposed using incentives to the
job-site Project In-charge, supervisor, project safety officer,
leadmen, foremen and workers based on a target recordable injury
incidence rate measured at end of the project.

2. PENALTIES/ SANCTIONS

Offenses and Description. Violation of any safety rules, regulations

and general practices promulgated by the project and/or the
company.
Remedial action for each offense.

1. Failure to wear Personal Protective Equipment at construction

site or where specified
A. Safety Helmet & Safety Shoes
First offense – written reprimand
Second offense – One (1) day suspension
Third offense – Three (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense – Dismissal

Required to all construction worker/staff regardless of position

No entry at all construction site.

Construction site, refers to the site inclusive of field offices and

other temporary facilities

Visitors and Guest must secure Written Permit from the project
Safety Officers (to be shown at the gate upon entry at the
construction site.)

B. Eye and Face Protection

Spectacles – Required for steelmen and those engage in
chipping works.

Face Shield – Required for jack hammering & grinding

operations.
Goggles – Required for welding works.
Dusk Mask – Required for cement handling and housekeeping
operations.
Respirator – Required in confines areas (cleaning of tanks etc.)
painting ,handling chemical especially toxic matter.

First offense – Written reprimand

Second offense – ONE (1) day suspension
Third offense – Three (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense – Dismissal

C. Safety Belt & Life Lines – Required for employees doing

above 6 ft. that has a great danger fro falling (ex.
perimeter of building being constructed, column and
rebar installations, formworks, plastering works outside
the building painting crane installations and repair and
 other that may be required by the project safety
engineer:

First offense – Written reprimand

Second offense – One (1) day suspension
Third offense – Three (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense - Dismissal

D. Ear Muff – Required for employees engaged in usual

noise exposures such as generator tending, heliports,
tinsmith works (air conduct assembly)
First offense – Written reprimand
Second offense – One (1) day suspension
Third offense – Three (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense – Dismissal

E. Rain Boots (Rubber Boots) – required for employee

engaged in masonry works especially those belonging to
pouring and concreting crew those assigned in
dewatering works and those operation that wearing of
safety shoes in unlikely deterrent.

First offense – Written reprimand

Second offense – One (1) day suspension
Third offense – Three (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense – Dismissal

F. Rain Coat – Required during rainy season (a must for all

employees working at active level/floor) Site supervisors
may opted to send the workers home (discretion of site
operations)

First offense – Written reprimand

Second offense – One (1) day suspension
Third offense – Three (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense – Dismissal
 G. Hand Gloves – Required for those employees engaged in
material handling, steelworks, welding operations,
tinsmith and chipping works.

First offense – Written reprimand

Second offense – One (1) day suspension
Third offense – Three (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense – Dismissal

2. Smoking at Restricted Area

First offense – One (1) day suspension

Second offense – Three (3) days suspension
Third offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fourth offense – Dismissal

3. Unauthorized used/tinkering playing of fire fighting

equipments
First offense – Three (3) days suspension
Second offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Third offense – Dismissal

4. Driving under the influence of Liquor that resulted into a

Vehicular Accident

First offense – Dismissal and to pay incurred damages.

5. Failure to report his/her personal accident (work connected

within 24 hrs. at the project clinic and/or advise his/her
immediate superior.
First offense – One (1) day suspension
Second offense – Five (5) days suspension

6. Failure to observe the 20 KPH speed limit at the construction

site
First offense – Written reprimand
Second offense – One (1) day suspension
Third offense – Third (3) days suspension
Fourth offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Fifth offense – Dismissal
 7. Deliberate removal/tampering of safety signs and foster
including traffic signs on site (unauthorized)
First offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Second offense – dismissal

8. Unhygienic Practice (Urinating, removal of vowel elsewhere on

site other than the prescribed area)
First offense – Three (3) days suspension
Second offense – Seven (7) days suspension
Third offense – Dismissal

9. Tampering of Electrical Wiring connection and fuse boxes

(breaker)
First offense – Three (3) days suspension
Second offense – Five (5) days suspension
Third offense – Ten (10) days suspension

10. Allowing other workers/employees to ride in heavy

equipment other than the operator and outside cab of
vehicles.
Operator shall given:
First offense – One (1) day suspension
Second offense – Three (3) days suspension
Third offense – Seven (7) days suspension

Prepared by: Approved by:

JOEL B. ELLO ENGR. JAMES H. LIONG

DOLE Accredited Consultant Authorized Managing Officer
Accreditation No. 1030-072712-0172 JBROS Const. Corp.-
AIMM
Builder and Const. Supply/JV