Planning: Sufficient numbers of trained operatives and competent supervision must be available before work starts. Sufficient and suitable plant must be available before work starts. Suitable monitoring equipment and personnel trained in its use will be required where known exposure to toxic substances or lack of oxygen may occur. Location of existing services must be complete before work starts, also information obtained on ground conditions from site surveys.
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Physical: Where poor ventilation is identified the atmosphere will be continually monitored. Suitable signs and barriers will be provided to warn of the work.
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Managerial/Supervisory: Ensure safe system of work provided, taking account of prevailing conditions including weather, traffic and existing structures. Provide suitable PPE as required and ensure its correct use. Ensure personnel selected are capable, fit and experienced unless under direct supervision. COSHH assessments are to be made of substances likely to be found used or produced during the work.
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Training: Supervisors must have received training in COSHH appreciation, general site safety, theory and practice of work. This applied to sub contractors as well as direct employees. Toolbox talks on, MHO, Noise and COSHH will be given at regular intervals.
INFORMATION, INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING
Safety Helmet
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Ear Defenders
Safety Boots
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Respiratory Protection
Safety Glasses
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HI Viz (Fluorescent) Jacket
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Overalls
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Dust Mask
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Gloves
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Goggles / Visor
By Md Abu Zaed Khan
Hello, this is Engr. Zaed Khan Planning Engineer, Associate member of Society of Engineers UAE. Expert in construction project planning, FIDIC red book, computation of extension of time claim, Contract agreement and contractual letters.
