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INDUSTRIAL SECURITY

GUIDE DOCUMENT
Consortium Valsi 2022
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CONTENT

1. OBJECTIVE
2. SCOPE
3. DEFINITIONS
4. BACKGROUND
5. LEGAL FRAMEWORK
6. DESCRIPTION
6.1 HOT WORK
6.2 ELECTRICAL WORK
6.3 WORKING AT HEIGHT
6.4 WORK IN CONFINED SPACES
6.5 LOTO
7. PERMITS

1. OBJECTIVE

Establish the guidelines and directives that allow for the control of the execution of work considered high risk.
risk (routine and non-routine) ensuring safety, preserving the integrity of workers and
from the community in general.

2. SCOPE

The high-risk work permit procedure will be mandatory for all personnel.
that I worked within the company where I directly developed, supervised, coordinated, or intervened in
high-risk activities such as: work at heights, hot work, work in confined spaces, electrical work
and lottery.

3. DEFINITIONS

Activity: work to be carried out in the Evans workplace facilities by personnel

internal or external that requires a work permit due to being considered high risk.
High-risk activities include: work at heights, with electrical energy,
confined and hot spaces.
Work safety analysis: meeting of the group of executing people of a
Activity to analyze each of the steps of the activity and identify the implicit hazards.
in it and establish control measures.
Harness: a sturdy strap that adjusts to a person's torso and legs and that, connected to
something (a parachute, a rope, etc.) serves as a safety mechanism.
Lockout and tagging: a set of safety procedures designed to reduce the
risk of injury due to accidental activation of machinery or energization of
electrical system during service or maintenance.
High-risk work coordinator: worker designated by the employer capable of
identify hazards in the worksite related to the environment or
working conditions and has the authorization to apply immediate corrective measures.
Delimitation: signaling of the area and provisional restriction around the workplace
to prevent the intrusion of unauthorized persons and/or vehicles into the work area.
Authorized Executor: a person trained to perform the work, evaluated and authorized to do so.
know the techniques and rules to carry out the work.
Personal protective equipment: a series of items that protect parts of the body that
they cover in case the risk materializes and must meet the technical specifications
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necessary to perform high-risk work.
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Confined space: it is any space with limited openings for entry and exit and
unfavorable natural ventilation, where toxic pollutants can accumulate or
flammable or having an oxygen-deficient atmosphere and not designed for a
continued occupation by the worker.
Extraordinary work shift: that which is outside the regular work schedule
Regular work schedule: the one that takes place within the following days and hours:
lunes a viernes 9:00 a 19:00 hrs. y sábados 09:00 a 16:00 hrs. La jornada máxima de trabajo es
of 60 hours accumulated per week, with 6 working days for one day of rest.
Lifeline: rope that is part of a fall protection system that together
with the safety harness and other accessories, it offers continuous protection against falls from
heights for both vertical and horizontal movements.
Checklist: it is a written guide for the verification of conditions
safety of the people who are going to undertake a high-risk job. This list is one of the
main elements that make up the control of risk conditions for carrying out the
work.
Loto: refers to specific practices and procedures to protect security.
employees of the unexpected activation or startup of machines and equipment.
Preventive measures: set of actions implemented to warn or avoid
the materialization of risk.
Medidas de Protección:conjunto de acciones que se implementan disminuir la
consequence once the danger materializes.
Danger: it is a source or situation with the potential for harm in terms of injury or illness.
damage to property, to the work environment or a combination of these.
Work permit: it is a written authorization and approval granted by a third party
(sender), which specifies the location and type of work to be carried out. It certifies that
the dangers have been assessed by trained individuals and measures have been taken
necessary protections so that this does not materialize.
Emergency personnel: a trained, qualified, and evaluated person to intervene in
emergency case caused by a fire outbreak.
Revalidation: probation of a work permit that has been suspended
previously.
Risk: combination of the probability of an event or exposure occurring.
any hazard(s) and the severity of the injury or illness that may be caused by the(s)
event(s) or exhibition(s)
Suspension: a temporary invalidation that interrupts the execution of a job
initially supported by an issued permit.
Hot work: these are operations that have the capability to become or create a
potential source of ignition for any combustible or flammable material that is present
in the site or in the surroundings. Operations or tasks that may produce sparks. Examples:
electric arc welding, oxyacetylene welding and cutting, general welding that uses
heat, use of open flames in undefined locations for this activity, use of electric motors
and tools that are not explosion-proof in areas with explosive atmospheres, use of
internal combustion engines near risk areas, opening or uncovering of any part
electric equipment that are electrically charged alongside combustible material, use
of grinders and abrasive stones along with combustible material.
Occasional Work: these are activities that the worker does not regularly undertake or that
they are sporadic or occasional.
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Routine Work: these are the activities that the worker regularly performs in the
performance of their duties.

4. BACKGROUND

High-risk jobs are present in most maintenance activities, both

preventive as corrective, that's why it's important to identify them, evaluate the resources we have to
his intervention and develop methods that contribute to the management of these jobs, making it possible to
administración de los riesgos en cada centro de trabajo Evans.

The following procedure defines the necessary guidelines for the management of high-risk jobs,
regardless of whether they are carried out by internal or external personnel (suppliers, outsourcing),
thus contributing to minimizing the risks that may affect people, equipment, processes, and the company,
contributing to the continuity of the business.

La administración de los trabajos de alto riesgo va más allá de elaborar permisos de trabajo, esta debe buscar
the way to expose the worker less and less to perform this type of tasks under circumstances that may
generate accidents, which is why it is necessary for the company to adopt a culture in addition to the permit system
of the security in the execution of their daily activities, it should also define the training of
personal so that they have the necessary skills to perform the job safely and with
ability to make the best decision in case of an incident.

5. LEGAL FRAMEWORK

Mexican legislation regulates some high-risk jobs and provides general parameters for control.
from others. The main regulation is:

NOM-001-STPS-2008 Official Mexican Standard on buildings, premises, facilities, and areas

in the workplaces - Safety conditions.
NOM-002-STPS-2010, Safety conditions - Prevention and protection against fires in the
work centers
NOM-004-STPS-1999 Protection systems and safety devices in machinery and equipment
to be used in the workplace
NOM-006-STPS-2000, Management and storage of materials - Conditions and
security procedures.
NOM-009-STPS-2011 Safety conditions for performing work at heights
NOM-017-STPS-2008, Personal protective equipment - Selection, use and handling in centers
of work.
NOM-018-STPS-2000, System for the identification and communication of hazards and risks by
hazardous chemical substances in workplaces.
NOM-019-STPS-2011, Constitution, integration, organization and functioning of the
safety and hygiene commissions.
NOM-020-STPS-2002, Pressure vessels and boilers - Operation -
Safety conditions.
NOM-026-STPS-2008, Colors and safety and hygiene signals, and risk identification
for fluids conducted in pipes.
NOM-027-STPS-2008 Welding and Cutting Activities - Safety and Hygiene Conditions.
NOM-029-STPS-2011 Maintenance of electrical installations in workplaces -
Safety conditions.
NOM-030-STPS-2009, Preventive services for safety and health at work - Functions and
activities.
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NOM-031-STPS-2011 Construction-Safety and health conditions in the workplace.

NOM-033-STPS-2015 Safety conditions for carrying out work in confined spaces
confined.

In addition to the current legislation in Mexico for the control of high-risk work, Lauréate International
Universities have taken OSHA 29 CFR as a reference framework to define high-risk jobs.
1910 sub part 1.

6. DESCRIPTION

It is important to conduct a diagnosis in the plant that allows identifying high-risk tasks that are
carry out, assess whether the necessary equipment is available and its condition, assess whether the personnel have the
personal protective equipment, assess whether the staff has the technical skills and if it is available.
procedures for carrying out high-risk work, likewise if in previous years there have been incidents
accidents with in-house or contracted personnel performing high-risk work.

The work permit does not relieve the executor(s) of the activity from their obligation to implement.
and exercise oversight to ensure that all activities carried out are done efficiently
and safe.
No high-risk activity or work shall be started without a duly issued work permit.
duly completed and approved that meets the conditions established in this document.
All signatures are required.
Once the work permit is signed, it cannot be modified.
The validity and duration of work permits are determined by the date of issue of the
permission, the start time of the activities and the end time of the same. These aspects are
defined by the sender.
The work permit may be suspended during the initially established validity period.
in order to control changing situations and circumstances arising from the dynamics and
the specific characteristics of the activity or the environment.
The renewal of the work permit must be done within a timeframe not exceeding the workday.
or the work shift, otherwise it is necessary to request the issuance of the permit again.
requires maintaining the initial conditions of the permit or implementing control measures
required to correct the grounds for suspension.
The corresponding work permits must be filed by the Security department.
Hygiene.
The application for a work permit for height and an electrical work permit must be made at least
24 hours before the execution of the activity, except in situations where urgency applies.
immediate execution of the work. This is in order to evaluate the activity properly.
in advance and be able to implement the required control measures.
The company must have the resources to ensure the training of all staff who in
compliance with its functions requires the implementation of the permission procedure
work, likewise, the workers are obliged to attend the training sessions and
scheduled trainings.
Work permits for height work, electrical work, confined spaces, hot work, and lockout/tagout.
must be delivered by authorized workers to the Security office, once it is carried out
closure of the same or at the latest by the beginning of the next working day.
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6.1 HOT WORK

In Mexico, the NOM-027-STPS addresses the topic of Welding and Cutting Activities-Safety Conditions
and hygiene, during the activities carried out. OSHA regulates hot work in 29 CFR 1910, the Sub
Part Q, and 29 CFR 1926, Subpart J. Hot work includes more than 80 different types of welding and
associated processes, the most common are bronze welding, electrical welding, and metal cutting. The dangers of
hot work activities include health hazards from the vapors and gases released during the
process; burns, fire, and extreme heat explosions; damage from infrared radiation
extreme and visible light; and musculoskeletal disorders of difficult postures.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

General information about PPE

The worker must be protected from sparks, flames, and generated brightness. The worker
You must wear appropriate work clothing and facial protection to protect against burns and sparks.
coming from hot material.

Protection such as glasses or goggles of the same grade must always be used when starting work.
personal protection that the welding team requires.

Welders' assistants must always wear special protective glasses.

Grade that the welder. A lens with the required shade number for welding must be used.
applied.

Welders must always use head protection or be protected in a booth or

site specially prepared to prevent objects from hitting it.

Specific personal protective equipment for Welder

Protective welding helmet with shade glass according to annex F of the manual
security
Long suede gloves
Suede apron
Mangas and leather gaiters
Denim hood (nun) (head work)
Safety boots with caps
Hardened polycarbonate lens with clear side protection for welders, to
to grind
Hardened lenses with side protection with at least shade No. 10 for the assistants of
welder
Eye protection must include what is indicated in the ANSI Z-87.1 Standard, with the purpose of
avoid injuries from light energy. A level of 6 shadows should be considered as
minimum for routine cutting activities.
Clothing should fit snugly to the body and avoid folds where dirt can collect.
sparks or incandescent material that comes from welding or cutting.
Anti-spark or flame-retardant work clothing. THE CLOTHING AND THE MUST BE KEPT
GREASE-FREE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT.
Important safety actions for personnel involved in welding activities.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations outlined in the equipment operation manual.
Connect the welding machine to effective grounding.
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Ensure that all electrical cables have terminals to secure a connection

effective.
Use heavy-duty cables to protect against physical damage from being walked on.
Verify that the cables are properly insulated, not allowing false connections in
the electrical cables.
Use fully insulated electrode holders, never without insulating protection.
Ensure that all cables are kept out of the water and stored properly when not in use.
are in use.
Use direct current in welding equipment for confined areas and wet places.
and hot.
Disconnect the power of your welding equipment and remove the electrode when not in use.
Do not perform arc welding activities over puddles of water. If necessary
then place a platform made of some non-conductive material.
Keep your body as far away from the work area and the electrode as possible during the
welding operations.
Free of combustible materials with a minimum separation of 11 meters.

Use of acetylene cylinders

Acetylene cylinders must always be used in the vertical position with the valve facing up. They must not be
they must allow the cylinders to be kept in another position even during storage.

Never manipulate the safety caps. These are used to release excess pressure when exposed.
In excessive temperatures, try not to take them to hot places.

A specialized tool should always be used to open the cylinder valve.

acetylene must be kept nearby for closing in case of emergency.

Storage of oxy-fuel cutting equipment

Cylinders must be stored properly in an upright position, secured to prevent falls.

closed and with the cap on, as well as isolated from objects that could hit them.

The cylinders must be kept away from heat sources, heating stoves, ovens or
another source of heat.

Empty cylinders, cylinders that are not in use, or cylinders in storage must have the
closed valves.

The valve protections (caps) must be placed on the tanks, tightened, except
when the cylinders are connected for use.

Oxygen cylinders and fuel cylinders (full or empty) in storage must be kept separate.
for a minimum of 2 meters.

Oxygen cylinders should not be stored near combustible materials, especially oil.
or grease, or any other substance that may cause or accelerate fire.

When cylinders are used in a building or enclosed space, the cylinders must be in a
ventilated, dry place at least 6 meters away from highly combustible materials, such as fuels or paper.
No more than 57 cubic meters or 135 kg of combustible gas should be stored inside a
construction.
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If gas cylinders are stored outdoors, they must be protected from the elements.
environment, directly from the rays of the sun if the temperature is very high for a large part of the day.

If the contractor does not have an assigned place to store their cutting and welding equipment, they must remove it.
your team at the end of their work, the shift or workday, under no circumstances should leave their
teams within the area.

Precautions for cutting torch tools

The blowtorch should be ignited with an appropriate device such as friction torches (striker).
and matches or any source of ignition should not be used.
Flame arresters must be placed before the handle and a check after them.
instruments or regulators of both gas tanks.
The connections intended solely for oxy-cutting must be used.
At a minimum, weekly maintenance should be performed on the connections and traps, checking that the
connections and overall system status are in good condition.
A hose should never be repaired with electrical tape or any similar item. If this were to
necessary, due to the urgency of the work, no more than 30 centimeters of repair should be allowed
total on the line and cannot last more than 8 hours or less. A hose in this state will be
discarded or cut to prevent leaks.
Do not use fat or oil or any other system for insulating or marking the systems.
If a part of the hose were to burn, it must be discarded or cut.

New ways must be blown with oxygen before use. When cleaning hoses of
acetylene must be cleaned through the mouth of the hose that will be connected to the regulator.

Caution never blow a hose with acetylene.

Hoses should always be protected from damage or interference. Protect the hoses.
from being trampled. Avoid entanglements and strangulations, and they should be kept away from the area.
where personnel may trip, tear, or damage them.
Prevent hoses from coming into contact with grease or oil, and they must be protected from sparks.
hot areas, open flames, or another hot object that may fall on it.
Do not submerge the hot handles in water to cool them, or any electrical equipment.
Precautions for oxy-fuel cutting and welding work, the following equipment must be available:
Oxygen and acetylene gas cylinders in good condition (threaded ropes without
deformations, operable shut-off valve, that does not show corrosion.
Regulators and gauges with dent-free screw threads, sealed dials, and without dents.
indicator needle working.
Hoses for oxygen and acetylene gas, with secure connections, not deteriorated, not dry or worn out
for normal use, without ties and firmly secured by factory clamp.
Cutting or welding handle, with flame arrestor.
Unblocked nozzles.
Safety valves (check).
Spark lighter (spark plug).
Key to open cylinder valves.
Clean nozzles.

6.2 TRABAJO ELECTRICO

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Safety requirements in energized facilities or equipment

Everything possible must be done to de-energize the equipment, and if this is not possible or affects another area,
It must be indicated to all present staff.
Safety practices must be followed when working near electrical parts.
energized or potentially energized.
Only trained and authorized personnel can perform work on electrical equipment.
(qualified electricians).
Only authorized personnel can enter electrical substations and control centers.
Any unqualified worker in electrical work must be accompanied by an electrician.
calificado y autorizado para el área donde se realizará el trabajo.
One should never assume that an insulation is intact; precautions must be taken.
necessary precautions before making contact with the drivers.
Appropriate personal protective equipment should be used for the activities to be carried out.
Jewelry should not be worn.
Make sure to place the appropriate signs when entering an energized area.
keeps the doors and entrances open and secured to prevent closure.
Only the necessary and appropriate tools and equipment should be used.
Handle conductive objects with care in areas with electrical equipment.
Identify all sources of electricity and take appropriate safety measures before
start working.
Safety practices when working near electrical parts
Work and maneuvers on switches and disconnectors.
Two of the following elements will be used at the same time:
Insulating pole
Insulating gloves
Insulating banks
Equipotential connections between control and operation
If the cutting devices are operated mechanically, precautions will be taken to avoid their
unpredictable operation.
In the controls of the cutting devices, signs will be placed to identify when necessary.
that cannot be operated on.

Work and maneuvers on transformers.

The transformer will be taken out of service by first opening the low voltage circuits and
subsequently those with higher tension. In the case that there are only load-break devices in the
high voltage circuit, the disconnection order will be reversed.

The absence of voltage at the high voltage terminals and at the low voltage terminals will be checked.

The secondary circuit of a current transformer must always be closed through the
power supply devices or short circuits, being careful that it is never left open.

Work and maneuvers on high voltage capacitors.

Once the capacitor or a battery of capacitors is separated from its source of

feeding through visible cut, before working on them, it must be short-circuited and to
land waiting for the necessary time for its unloading.
Works on electric motors, dynamos, and high-voltage electric motors.
Before starting operations inside a machine, the following must be checked:
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The machine is stopped.

That the output terminals are short-circuited and grounded.
That the detection or fire protection is blocked.
That the power fuses of the motor are removed, when it remains under tension.
the machine is permanent.
That the atmosphere is not flammable or explosive.
Work in proximity to high voltage facilities in service (not protected)
If necessary, the following conditions will be fulfilled:
Following the instructions given by the supervisor for each case.
Under the supervision of the work supervisor, who must ensure that they are constantly
maintained the security conditions set or established by him, such as: delimitation of the
work and placement area, if protective screens are required.
Minimum safety distances between the nearest point with voltage and any external part
of the worker (including tools).
The minimum separations, measured between any point with tension and the nearest part of the
body of the worker or of the tools not insulated by him used in the situation most
the unfavorable that could arise will be the following:

Table 1 Minimum safety distances

Voltage Level (kv) Minimum distance (m)

0 to 50 V none

more than 50 V. Up to 1 KV. 0,80 m

more than 1 KV. up to 33 KV. 1.0 m(1)

more than 33 KV up to 66 KV 0.90 m

more than 66 KV. up to 132 KV. 1,20 m (2)

more than 132 KV. up to 150 KV 1.80 m(2)

more than 150 KV. up to 220 KV 2.60 m(2)

more than 220 KV. up to 330 KV 3.00 m(2)

more than 330 KV. up to 500 KV 3,90 m (2)

These distances can be reduced to 0.60 m by placing on objects with screen tension.
insulators of adequate insulation level and when there are no metal grids connected to ground that
interpose between the element with tension and the operators.

(2) For remote work, it will not be considered for potential work.

Workspace around electrical equipment (rated 600 V or less). Around all equipment
There must exist and be maintained an access and working space sufficient to allow the electric
operation and the quick and safe maintenance of said equipment.
Work distances. Unless a different requirement is stipulated or permitted in this NOM, the measurement of the space of
I work in directing access to the live parts that operate at 600 V nominal or less to ground and that
they may require examination, adjustment, service or maintenance while energized should not be less than
the one indicated in Table 1. The distances must be measured from
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the living parts, if they are exposed either from the front or opening of the enclosure, if they are enclosed. The
concrete, brick or tile walls should be considered grounded.

In addition to the dimensions expressed in Table 1, the workspace must not be less than 80 cm.
width in front of the electrical equipment. The workspace must be clear and extend from the floor or
plataforma hasta la altura exigida por esta Sección. En todos los casos, el espacio de trabajo debe permitir
open at least 90° the doors or hinged panels of the equipment.
Within the height requirements of this Section, equipment of the same depth is allowed.

Table 2 Distances expressed by NOM-001-SEDE-1999

Electric tension Minimum free distance (m)

nominal to ground (V)

Condition 1 Condition 2 Condition 3

0-150 0.90 0.90 0.90

151-600 0,90 1,1 1.20

The conditions are the following:

1. Live parts exposed on one side and non-live or grounded on the other side of the space
work or living parts exposed on both sides effectively protected by wood or others
suitable insulating materials. Cables or bars will not be considered live parts.
isolated that operate at no more than 300 V.

2. Live parts exposed on one side and grounded on the other side.

3 living parts exposed on both sides of the workspace (not protected as is

provided in Condition 1), with the operator between both.

Source: NOM-001-SEDE-1999

Exception 1: No workspace is required at the back of sets like boards.

distribution of dead front force or motor control centers where there are no parts
replaceable or adjustable like fuses or switches on its back and where all the connections
they should be accessible from places that are not the back. When rear access is required for work
In non-energized parts of the rear of the enclosed equipment, there must be a minimum working space.
of 762 mm horizontally.

Exception 2: With special permission, smaller spaces are allowed if all non-insulated parts
they are at an electrical voltage of less than 30 V, 42 V peak, or 60 V DC.

Exception 3: In existing buildings where the electrical equipment is to be changed, a must be left
workspace like that of Condition 2 between dead front power distribution boards,
lighting cabinets or motor control centers located along the corridor and between each other,
as long as the maintenance and supervision conditions ensure that instructions have been given
written to prohibit the equipment from being opened at both sides of the aisle at the same time and that the
the maintenance of the installation should be carried out by qualified personnel.

AUTHORIZATION OF PERSONNEL
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Workers who must perform tasks or maneuvers in high voltage facilities must be
previously authorized by the company and must be able to prove at all times that they possess
sufficient knowledge in the following aspects:

About the technical characteristics of the electrical installation of the transformation substations of the company.

On the procedures and safety measures to be adopted in the assigned work or maneuvers.

On the use and verification of equipment and protective gear.

On the measures to be taken in case of accidents and first aid. From the
national regulations and the internal regulations of the company.

The deficiencies that might be observed in this regard must imply the disqualification of the worker for
the performance of these tasks or maneuvers, until they receive re-training and demonstrate their
knowledge.

ACTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING HIGH VOLTAGE WORK:

Carry out the safe work analysis, which must contain:

The list of activities to be carried out in the high voltage installation, indicating the
sequence of operations, which must indicate:
Sequence of operations to be carried out
Equipment and protective clothing to be carried out
Protective equipment to be used
Instructions for use and the checks to be carried out on personal protective equipment
Circumstances that could imply the suspension of work or maneuver
The name of the personnel assigned to this task, as well as the authorization, reflected in a permit.
of work, which must include the procedure to follow in case of an electrical accident.

SECURITY MEASURES TO BE ADOPTED IN THE FACILITIES

The adoption of some complementary technical measures can considerably reduce and even reach
to eliminate the risky situations that occur in most existing electrical installations and that are
due to the very conception of the preventive methods adopted in work and maneuvers in
high voltage installations, which base their effectiveness almost exclusively on the human factor.

This possibility should be considered by companies that own transformation centers with
personnel minimally specialized in these tasks and also by the designers of these facilities.
Some measures are shown in the following table.

Table 3 Security measures to control or eliminate the risk of electrocution

Preventive measures Advantages

The replacement of blown fuses is avoided and with

Replacement of fuses and circuit breakers by
Hello the need to enter the cells and manipulate
circuit breakers.
in the High Voltage installation.

Installation of security devices It prevents a person from inadvertently

(enclaves) in the cell doors of can access a cell under tension.
ways that prevent their opening having
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tension inside and disconnect the

tension in case a door opens.

Installation of fixed guards in those

places where work should be carried out or Avoid performing work or maneuvers in
maneuvers and have parts of them in proximity proximity of high voltage installations in
the installation that cannot be left without power. tension.

Install security devices in the Avoid the possibility of inadvertent opening in

vacuum switches in such a way that they prevent their load of a disconnect switch and the consequent risk
opening in load of electric arc.

Install metal sheet guards of 0.5 mm.

In case of exposure to any of these
Min., in the cells that contain switches,
elements prevent the projection of the arc
maneuver switches or measuring equipment.
electric and debris to the hallways.

Equip the circuit breakers with In the maneuvers, avoid all types of risk for the
remote control operation. operator.

Avoid the manual placement and removal of the equipment

Install fixed grounding equipment and in
grounded and short-circuited laptops, and with
short-circuit of sudden closure, at points of the
Hello, the risks that the worker faces in the event of
installation that requires that operation for the
that the installation has been energized.
execution of the planned work

Install security devices on the equipment

grounding and short-circuiting, which prevent It prevents it from being created inadvertently.
its operation if it has not been previously a short circuit on a live circuit and the
disconnected the corresponding source of corresponding electric arc.
tension.

Basic requirements for provisional electrical installations:

Every extension or electrical cable used in the work must be a single 'run' without splices, unless the
the splice should use an insulation with at least the same insulation capacity as the one it has
factory, splices will only be allowed in wires of gauge 12 or smaller gauge, for gauges
above 12, only 'connections' will be allowed and they must meet the same isolation characteristics.
previously mentioned electric.

Any temporary electrical installation used on site must guarantee the following:

Be doubly isolated
Heavy-duty cable
To have a 'tension' property in case it has splices or connections.

6.3 WORK AT HEIGHT

Any activity that takes place at more than 1.80m and poses the risk of the worker suffering a fall must
It is considered working at heights and therefore a work permit must be managed.
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Every worker who performs work at heights must go to the medical service daily for management.
su registro de revisión médica en la cual se indique su T/A y F/C (tensión arterial y frecuencia cardiaca) y
balance test, physical condition (fit or unfit).

The security department, maintenance managers, and real estate personnel must promote the
compliance with safe conditions in work at heights and the entire organization, including
contractors.

Fall protection for safety in work at heights will be classified into two types that
the following are described:

Passive Protection Measures:

They are designed to stop or catch the worker during their fall, without allowing impact against
structures or elements require little or no intervention from the worker who is performing the work.

Safety net systems for fall arrest are among the main passive measures.
for protection whose purpose is to stop the free fall of people and objects.

If debris falls, a special net for debris will be placed according to

manufacturer specifications.

When determining to install a safety net system, it must be able to withstand the impact of a fall.
of the worker ensuring that it will not hit any obstacles underneath it, it must be installed
under the supervision of a qualified person who will verify the established safety conditions by the
manufacturer, the network design and the drop distances.

The following types of fall protection are mentioned in a declarative but not limited manner.
What should be considered as passive protection

Railings

The guardrails must protect the entire work surface where personnel are exposed to falling.

They must be built to support at least 100kg.

The materials can be materials such as round or square tubing.

The height of the railing must be at least 1.10 m, up to 1.50 m from the surface on which one works.
The intermediate railings should be placed between the railing and the floor in such a way that there are no
open spaces of more than 0.50 m

Install 15 cm baseboards for concrete and masonry work and 20 cm for plasterers.

Covered or filled holes (floor openings)

For floor holes, open edges, and excavations, the following measurements must be adapted:

Closure of accesses, exits.

Installation of light signals.

Installation of railings.
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Placement of signage.

Place covers with a capacity of double the maximum weight that can pass over the opening.
minimum of 100 kg of weight.

Construct the cover of the hole in such a way that a hand tool must be used to remove it.
Mark in the Spanish language and text size and colors according to the standard (NOM-026-STPS) easily.
warning.

Work surfaces, transit corridors with order and cleanliness

Delimitation of areas

Preventive lines should be placed around high work areas such as rooftops.
place the prevention lines no less than 1.50m from the edge of a surface where personnel may
suffer a fall to a lower level, including the rooftop. The 'orange' or 'sheepfold type' mesh will be
considered as a means to delimit areas.

The prevention lines will consist of caution tape 'yellow' or 'red', ropes, cables, or chains.
and they must be supported.

No employee will be authorized to remain between the edge of the workspace and the line of
prevention, unless the employee is working in that area and has a stopping system
fall protection (harness)

The mechanical equipment installed or stored on high work surfaces must be located
only in areas where employees are protected by a prevention line system,
guardrails or fall arrest system.

Safety nets.

The flexible mesh material set to stop the fall of one or several people and whose design prevents
that these are projected outside the network. Networks can also be used as protection against the
fall of objects.

Personal Fall Protection or Fall Arrest (active)

They are the ones that involve the participation of the worker.

It includes the following components:

Anchor point

Horizontal lifelines

Vertical lifelines.

Harness

Rescue plan

Anchor point

The anchors used for coupling fall protection equipment must be

independent of any anchorage used to support or suspend platforms, and must support
at least 5,000 lb-F (22 kN) for each connected employee, or it must be designed, installed and
use: as part of a complete fall protection system that
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maintain a safety factor of at least 2 and under the supervision of a qualified person.

It is not allowed to use as anchor points: support structures of trays that carry electrical wiring;
pipes; railings or structures that are not capable of withstanding 5,000 lb-F (22 kn).
The anchor point is not to be shared and must be independent of the support on which they stand.
workers.

The anchor point must be above head level and as close as possible to the person's axis, in order to
avoid pendulum effect in case of a fall (never exceed an angle of 45°)

Horizontal lifelines

They must be able to support at least 5,000 lb-F (22kN) per person connected to the lifeline.
applied in all directions

It must be made of metal cable (galvanized cable or stainless steel A320 or A316 of 8 mm or 10 mm)
of diameter) or made of synthetic factory cord. NEVER FROM NATURAL FIBER, held with three clamps
For type 'U' or knot (dogs) cable, in such a way that the nuts are on the longer side of the cable.
They must be continuous, from anchor point to anchor point, and there should be no knots or folds along the way.
of the rope.

Place an impact damper, connected at one end of the system, as they reduce the force by up to a
50% (independent of the one included with the lifeline.)

The maximum number of people per line will be 2.

Vertical lifelines.

Vertical lifelines must have a resistance of at least 5,000 lb-F (22 kN) and a diameter
minimum of 5/16" (0.79 cm) for metal cable.

The vertical lifelines must have a fall arrestor that connects directly.
to the lifeline. These fall arresters (or fall blockers) must have a resistance
minimum of 3,600 lb (16 kN).

Manufacturing materials: Nylon (for alkaline environments), polyester (for acidic environments), steel
(for cutting and welding work).

As he climbs up, the employee must push the fall arrestor in such a way that it always remains
above the ring ("D" ring).

The maximum number of people per vertical line will be 1.

Working at heights is prohibited under the following circumstances:

Excessive wind (35km/h)

2. Absence of or little lighting
3. Rain
4. Thunderstorms
5. Equipment in motion under electricity
6. Prohibition of work at heights for: women at any stage of pregnancy;
personal with temporary effects of intoxication due to alcohol or psychoactive drugs.
7. Workers who have the following restrictions, according to medical recommendations:
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8. Pathologies or metabolic conditions, cardiovascular issues, neurological metals, that cause vertigo or
dizziness, disturbances of balance, consciousness, convulsive syndromes, temporary blindness or
permanent alterations in visual acuity or perception of color and depth that cannot be
to be corrected with treatment
9. Behavioral changes or fear of heights.
10. States of depression or post-traumatic stress, temporary or permanent.
11. Ear disorders that cause balance problems.
Only trained and qualified personnel can carry out work at heights.
training includes at least: use, inspection, handling, placement,
almacenamiento, inspección y limitantes de los equipos y sistemas.
13. An identification system for trained personnel must be used, this system must be
of easy detection and suitable for the established identification codes (label on the helmet or
credential).
Work at heights requires a properly authorized permit.
15. The staff must go to the medical service to verify that their health condition is
adecuada antes de realizar trabajos en alturas.
16. All fall protection equipment and systems must be inspected by each user.
prior to its use.
17. Before putting on the harness, all items must be removed from the pockets of the pants.
what the person who will use it could bring.
18. The tools must be carried in a tool belt that has no
type of extension that one might stumble upon or get stuck in
19. Tools, harnesses, and equipment in general must be stored in places that avoid
exposure to the elements or corrosive environments and where access is controlled.
20. The resident or security supervisor of the contracting company is responsible for reviewing
Monthly, the condition of the equipment must be assessed and those that are in poor condition should be destroyed.
This inspection must be documented, in addition to the daily inspection that each worker must
make the harness and lifeline (monkey tail) that you are going to use.
21. While the work is being carried out at heights, warnings must be placed below it.
area, as well as placing barricades around preventing that the
people pass underneath and avoid being hit by objects that may fall.
22. No one should 'jump' to an open area between the equipment, pipes, rails, etc. Where it may be
slip.
23. It is forbidden to walk on beams, thin pipes, etc. Without the proper equipment such as a harness.
24. Materials or tools should not be thrown from heights.
25. The area where materials are pulled with ropes, etc. must have guardrails and the person
It must be firmly on the floor and must have a safety harness and be anchored to a point.
fixed.
26. They should not lean over the handrails, even when using a safety harness, to avoid falls.
due to the imbalance of the body.
It is prohibited to bring the lifeline attached to the body in such a way that parts remain
they can get stuck.
28. It is prohibited to have the retractable hook hanging while not working. This must be
attached to the worker's body in such a way that it prevents its constant activation.
29. If the equipment or systems were activated, both harnesses and lifelines, anchor point,
They must be removed and destroyed. They cannot be reused.
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6.4 WORK IN CONFINED SPACES

A space will be considered a confined space if it meets the following three requirements:

It is large enough and configured so that a worker can enter and perform the work.
assigned.
II. Has limited or restricted means of entry or exit (for example, tanks, containers, silos,
storage deposits, hoppers, vaults, and wells are spaces that may have limited means
at the entrance).

III. It is not designed to be continuously occupied by a person and in which work is carried out.
specific occasionally.

Access to confined spaces

When only the contractors will enter the confined spaces, the person
The person responsible will ensure that all applicable information has been provided.
Systematized control of access to these spaces will be mandatory.
The entrances or accesses to these spaces must be immediately protected with a railing and/or
another barrier that warns and prevents a fall, while also protecting the people who
they are working inside, in case any object is thrown.
It will be mandatory to ventilate the area in case a dangerous atmosphere is detected.
Ventilation should be carried out as indicated below:
The employee will not enter the confined space until the forced ventilation has been
completely eliminated any risk in the atmosphere.
The ventilation will be carried out in such a way that the space is immediately purified.
confined
The air supplied by the fans must come from a clean source to avoid increasing the
danger in the work area. (e.g. pure oxygen will never be used as a source of ventilation. The
the use of this gas (O2) always represents a fire risk.
The air quality inside the space must be continuously assessed to ensure that the
ventilation prevents the accumulation of vapors and poisonous or toxic gases.
Once all the previous steps for employee protection have been carried out, the
the responsible person verifies that the space is safe to enter, using authorization by
written, that contains the date, the location of the space, and the signatures of the authorized persons
A authorization from the doctor will be necessary for each person entering the space.
confined.
The permit is only valid within the area until the work is completed. Once
Once the activities are completed, a copy of the permit is returned to the security person in charge.
As much as possible, there should always be a person who acts as an assistant or
helper for the entrance, just as there should always be a lookout or Entrance Supervisor that
stay at the entrance of the confined space.
Cancellation of the Permit

If any change occurs in the conditions that could adversely affect security of the
workers in a confined space, the first person to notice such a change must stop the work and
instruct the personnel to exit the confined space and report to the Entrance Supervisor.

The permit is considered canceled as soon as an authorized entrant or the security leader verifies.
There has been a change in the conditions that renders the permit void.
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A new permit will be required before re-entering the confined space.

When a permit is canceled, the security leader must report it immediately to the authority.
maximum of the site. An investigation will be conducted into the circumstances that led to the cancellation of the
permission, and the results must be reported in the permit to the appropriate section to determine the
corrective actions.

When the corrective measures and precautions have been determined, the Entrance Supervisor must
fill out a new permit.

Notification of termination of employment

They must notify the Technical Responsible for that project activity. The three must verify and
certify that the machinery, equipment, or area is in normal operating condition, and must
sign in the permit that the work is complete.
The person responsible for the furniture or project must keep a file with all the entry permissions.
confined spaces for the current year and the previous year as it may be subject to verification or
audit, by the authorized representatives responsible for verifying the continuous effectiveness of
confined space entry program.
Calibration of the gas analyzer instrument.
The valid calibration certificate of the gas or atmosphere analyzer must be presented,
as an attachment to the permit for entry into a confined space. The activity does not
will proceed if this document is not presented.

Confined space that requires a permit to enter

A confined space that requires a permit to enter is one that has one or more of the
following characteristics:
. Contains or has the potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere.
. It contains a material that has the potential to envelop an incoming entity.
. It has an internal configuration such that an incoming object could get trapped or
to cause suffocation by a wall converging inward or by a floor that
it slopes downward and narrows to a smaller cross-section
. Contains any other serious recognized risk to safety or health
of the starter.

6.5 LOTO (Lockout/Tagout)

There must be a specific communication that describes the intention of the use of the block and
labeled.
The specific order of each machine or equipment for turning off, isolating, blocking, and securing must be followed.
every source of energy.

The specific instructions of the procedure and the delineation of responsibilities must be adhered to for
install, remove or transfer installation lock devices.

Specific requirements must be met to test a machine or equipment to determine and verify
the effectiveness of the lock, the tag, and other measures to control stored energy or
potential.
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Particularities of the Procedure

Before operating any machinery or equipment, it is imperative that the following are taken into account
measures to prevent it from releasing energy discharges unexpectedly:

Preparation to turn off the machine

Before an employee shuts down the machinery, they must know the type and magnitude of the energy used.
by the team, the risks of the energy that need to be controlled and the methods or means by which
which will control the energy.
Shutdown of machinery or equipment

The machine is turned off or disconnected. The shutdown must be done in an orderly manner to avoid any
additional risk or increase in existing risks that may cause injury to employees such as
result of de-energizing the equipment.
Isolated machinery or equipment

It is necessary for all the isolating devices that control the energy of the machinery or equipment to be
physically located and operated in such a way as to isolate them from their energy supply.

Lockout and Tagout Devices

These devices will be securely placed on each energy insulating medium. The locking systems
The locks must be placed in such a way that the equipment cannot be connected or turned on.

The labeling or card system must be placed clearly to indicate that IT IS

It is forbidden to turn on or connect the devices, equipment, or system, isolated or disconnected.
observing the following two aspects:

In the teams where the prevention label is placed, it must be firmly attached to the lock.
with a safety belt or strap.

When the label cannot be attached directly to the isolated equipment, it should be placed in a visible location.
for anyone trying to operate the equipment.

Stored energy - considerations

By faithfully following the procedure for the use of locking and tagging devices
equipment, all residual or potential energy stored that poses a danger such as energy,
electric, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical (springs), thermal (steam), should be eliminated or without
risk of causing an injury.
General safety tips for lockout of stored energy
Ensure that all moving parts have come to a stop.
Install grounding contacts.
Depressurize the system if applicable.
Disconnect the tension in springs, or block the movement of parts activated by systems
of springs.
Block or secure those parts that may fall due to gravity.
Block the parts in hydraulic or pneumatic systems that may move due to lack.
air pressure.
It is necessary to purge the hoses and unblock the entire ventilation system.
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Drain the piping systems and close the valves to prevent product flow.
If a pipe needs to be blocked where there is no valve, use a "blind" flange or
griddle
Dissipate the external temperatures and use your personal protective equipment.
If the stored energy can accumulate, you must monitor the level so that it does not exceed the levels.
minimum safety standards.
Check the insulation or disconnection.
Before starting to block or tag a piece of equipment, the employee must check that it has been
completed the isolation and de-energization of the equipment (e.g. turning on and off the machinery)
to ensure that the circuits are de-energized); then, you must return the switch to the
off position.
When there is a likelihood of energy re-accumulation to a level that becomes dangerous,
the insulation will be continuously reviewed until the repair or maintenance of the equipment
it is finished, or until there is no more energy storage.

Release of the blocking and labeling system

When the maintenance or service of the equipment is completed, the lock and the label must be removed.
Antes de remover estos dispositivos, el empleado debe realizar lo siguiente:

a. The work area must be inspected to ensure that no essential accessory has been
removed and the team operates correctly.

b. The work area should be reviewed to ensure that all employees are present.
safe place.

Until the aforementioned actions have been taken, the employee who placed the locks and tags,
only he will remove them (see section 8).

Procedures involving more than one person

If more than one affected employee is involved in the blocking and tagging of the equipment, each will take care of it.
to place and remove their own lock and tag on the equipment. When equipment does not accept more than one lock,
A padlock with several holes will be used. Therefore, it will be necessary for each person involved to the
Each job has its own key.

Limitaciones del etiquetado

Special training is required when using labeling systems. The following

Limitations of Lock Out/Tag Out/Try must be communicated to the affected employees:

Labels are fixed means of prevention on energy insulating devices. Labels do NOT
THEY PROVIDE a physical control over those equipment that are locked with a padlock.

When a label is placed on an isolated energy source, it will not be removed without authorization from the
the person who has placed it. The label will never be ignored or questioned.

The labels will be readable and understandable by ALL employees and others whose work area is or
it may be included. The labels will be written in SPANISH and in any other appropriate language.
for the nature of the facilities.

The labels and their fastening means must be made of materials that cannot be altered.
due to the environmental conditions of the area.
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Labels are not an authorized means to provide a false sense of security. Their
meaning is understood as an integral part of a Lockout and Tagout program.

The labels will be securely fixed to the energy insulating devices, in such a way that they will not...
puedan ser removidas por accidente durante su uso.

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

Whenever the following conditions are met, it will be necessary for employees
Document the stages of the procedure applicable to each machine or equipment:
All machinery or equipment that does not have sufficient power to store energy or re-
accumulating stored energy after it is turned off can put the integrity at risk
the employees.
The machinery or equipment that has a single source of energy can be easily
located and isolated
The isolation and blockage of the power source will de-energize and deactivate
complete the machinery or equipment
The machinery or equipment must be disconnected from its power source and locked out during servicing.
for maintenance or repair
A simple lock can improve the locking conditions of the equipment.
Only the employees who have locked the equipment for maintenance or
repair can and should have the key to the lock
The maintenance or repair service must not jeopardize the integrity of others.
employees
The company has not had previous accidents related to unexpected activation or re-
energized machinery or equipment while maintenance service has been performed on them
repair
If the employees who placed the locks and the cards are not available to remove them, the
The padlock can be removed by one of the employees involved in the locking procedure.
and labeling of the facilities (preferably the immediate supervisor of the employee who placed the
lock), as long as it is documented. The company must demonstrate that the
the procedure provides a level of security equivalent to that which would be provided by the one carried out
by the employee who originally blocked the equipment. The notice of withdrawal of blocking and labeling of the
Personnel that are not available for withdrawal must include at least the following elements:
The company must verify that the employee who placed the lock is not available to
take it out and it is not inside the facilities.
A reasonable effort must be made to contact the employee and inform them that the lock
and the label he placed will be removed.
Before restarting work on the premises, ensure that the authorized employee for
remove the lock and the label, he/she has sufficient knowledge.
It must be reviewed and validated that the work has been completed and that there is no risk.
other people.

7. ANNEXES

HOT WORK 1
TAR 2 ELECTRICAL WORK
TAR 3 WORK AT HEIGHT
TAR 4 WORK IN CONFINED SPACES
TAR 5 LOTO
PERMISSION FOR OVERTIME WORK
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