PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
PROJECT NO. :XXX
PROJECT NAME : XXX
CLIENT: XXX
SITE: XXX
CONTENTS
1. PURPOSE (3)
2. SCOPE (3)
3. REFERENCES (3)
4. RESPONSIBILITIES (3)
5. DEFINITION (3)
6. PROCEDURE (3)
7. SELECTION OF PPE (5)
1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to identify the personal protective equipment (PPE), which is required to be worn in all areas or job functions where a potential for injury/illness is recognized.
2. SCOPE
This procedure applies to all employees and vendors who work in site, which have been, identified as requiring personal protective equipment.
3. REFERENCES
Risk Assessment Procedure
Job Safety Analysis Procedure
4. RESPONSIBILITIES
4.1 The Site Manager(SM) shall be responsible for the implementation and enforcement of this procedure. He shall also ensure that their employees/vendors are familiar with the materials produced/used/stored in the work area, obtain the appropriate PPE and ensure the employee/ vendors are fully trained in the use and maintenance of applicable PPE.
4.2 Site HSE Manager or his designee is responsible for ensuring approved and appropriate personal protective equipment is selected for the nature of the work carried out.
4.3 Employees and Vendors shall comply with this procedure in performing assigned and unassigned tasks.
5. DEFINITION
Personal Protective Equipment is defined as equipment designed to be worn or held by personnel to protect themselves against work related hazards which may endanger their health and safety.
6. PROCEDURE
6.1 Assessment of Hazards and Selection of PPE
6.1.1 The SINOCONST shall perform the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) at the workplace to determine if hazards are present or are likely to be present, which necessitates the use of PPE. If hazards are present or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of PPE, the Company shall:
Select, provide, and ensure that each affected employee uses the types of PPE that will protect them from the hazards identified in the Risk Control Action Plans / JSA.
Communicate selection decisions to each affected employee; and
Select PPE that properly fits each affected employee.
6.1.2 The Site HSE Engineer shall be consulted in the event questions arise or conflicts occur. Before PPE options are mandated, the supervisors/manager shall consider potential engineering /administration controls or process modifications, which would provide required protection or eliminate the need for PPE.
6.1.3 Personal protective equipment will not be used as a substitute for engineering, safe work practices, and/or administrative controls. Personal protective equipment will be used in conjunction with these controls to provide for employee safety and health in the workplace.
6.1.4 All PPE provided shall be appropriate to the risks involved, shall take account of the ergonomic requirements of the user, shall for hygienic reasons be available for one person only and shall be compatible with all other PPE worn at the same time. Demonstrations may be arranged for the users.
6.2 Inspection and Use
6.2.1 All employees shall comply with the PPE usage requirements at all times when conducting the activity requiring its use.
6.2.2 Employees shall inspect the PPE before each use for defects and replace faulty equipment immediately. PPE that is reusable shall be cleaned and disinfected before being stored.
6.3 Training
6.3.1 Employees whose job assignments require the use of PPE shall be trained in the selection and use of PPE. They shall use it as prescribed in their training, according to the provisions of this procedure and manufacturer’s instructions for use.
Training shall consist of, at a minimum, the following topics:
When PPE is necessary;
Why PPE is necessary;
How to properly don, doff, adjust, and wear PPE;
The limitations of PPE; and the proper care, maintenance, useful life and disposal of the PPE.
6.3.2 Each affected employee shall demonstrate an understanding of the training specified above, including practical demonstrations where applicable.
6.3.3 PPE shall be properly maintained by each employee. Required repairs will be conducted by qualified individuals only.
6.3.4 Employees shall inspect PPE before each use for defects. Any defective PPE will be disregarded (disposes away).
6.3.5 Non-permanent employees who perform work at site shall wear approved and appropriate PPE, which meets or exceeds this procedure.
6.4 Monitoring
6.4.1 HSE Supervisor will monthly monitor employees for correct use and care of PPE, and provide follow-up training if required to ensure each employee has adequate skill, knowledge, and ability to use PPE.
6.4.2 HSE Supervisors will monitor worksite tasks for changes in, or the introduction of new
hazards. If new hazards are discovered, they will conduct a task analysis for appropriate PPE.
A worksite analysis will be conducted at least annually for each task that requires employees to use PPE.
6.4.3 The HSE committee will monitor the effective use of PPE and make recommendations to management for improvement of selection and use of PPE.
7. SELECTION OF PPE
7.1 Basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
7.1.1 Basic and minimum PPE requirements are defined as Safety headwear and Safety footwear with toe protection.
7.1.2 Safety Headwear
Affected employees shall wear protective headwear when working in areas where there is a potential for head impact or penetration from falling or flying objects. In addition, protective headwear designed to reduce electrical shock shall be wear for employees who work near exposed electrical conductors.
Suspension systems, in hard-hat which positioned on the user’s head create a critical cushioning effect. Suspension systems shall not be removed from the hat nor modified in any way unless specifically approved by the manufacturer. The suspension system shall be replaced if/when it deteriorates or is damaged.
7.1.3 To assist in the evaluation and selection of safety headwear protection equipment, the following resources shall be used:
Manufacturer’s recommendations; and /or
Manufactured in accordance with ISO 18001, BS 5240 or equivalent.
Welders when actually welding and cutting, where the necessary eye shield or heat protective cap is used, are not required to wear a hard-hat
Safety Footwear
7.1.4 For protection of feet from falling or rolling objects, sharp objects, molten metal, hot surfaces, and wet slippery surfaces employees shall use approved 6 inch safety boots.
When respond to spills or releases of hazardous substances, chemical-resistant boots or other footwear shall be used.
7.1.5 To assist in the evaluation and selection of safety footwear, the following resources shall be used:
Manufacturer's recommendations; and or
Manufactured in accordance with EN(European Standard)-345, IS(International Standard)-15298, or equivalent
7.2 Eye and Face Protection
7.2.1 Eye or face protection shall be provided against exposure to eye or face hazards such as:
Flying particles.
Molten metals.
Liquid chemicals.
Acidic or caustic liquids.
Chemical gases or vapours.
Potential injurious light radiation.
7.2.2 Protective eyewear includes items such as:
Prescription and non-prescription safety eyeglasses.
Welder's goggles and shields.
Chemical splash goggles.
Full-face masks associated with respiratory protection.
7.2.3 Eye protection devices shall also have detachable side protectors, such as clip-on or slide-on side shields, are acceptable.
7.2.4 Where face protection is needed, a face shield shall also be used.
7.2.5 Face shields are intended to protect the face against low velocity projectiles such as sparks and dust. They will not protect against high velocity projectiles, hazards gases, vapours or mists. In these cases, the face shield shall be worn in combination with the proper type of eye and respiratory protection for the potential hazard encountered.
7.2.6 Contact lenses do not provide eye protection. On the contrary, they increase the need for eye protection since small foreign particles may become trapped under the lenses and damage the cornea. Also, chemicals splashed in the eyes may concentrate under the lenses and prevent proper flushing of the eye.
7.2.7 Contact lens wearers shall inform their Supervisor and co-workers of their contact lens use. Soft lenses and gas permeable lenses are the only types approved for use while using a respirator.
7.2.8 Employees wear prescription lenses, while engaged in work that involves eye hazards, whether in the plant, lab or maintenance shop, shall wear:
Prescription safety glasses or eye protection equipment, such as safety goggles, that can be worn over the prescription lenses without disturbing the proper position of the prescription lenses or the eye protection equipment itself.
7.2.9 Affected Employees shall use equipment with filter lenses that have a shade number appropriate for the work being performed. This will provide protection from injurious light radiation.
7.2.10 Eye and face PPE shall be distinctly marked to facilitate identification of the manufacturer.
7.2.11 Assist in the evaluation and selection of eye protection equipment, the following resources shall be used:
Manufacturer’s recommendations.
Personal eye protectors, or equivalent
7.3 Respiratory Protection
7.3.1 Respiratory Protective Equipment shall be available to all persons who are exposed to any situation in which there is a possibility of the atmosphere being or becoming deficient in oxygen or containing any harmful substance, whether particle, dust mist, vapour or gas including:
Work in containers or vessels where a danger of oxygen deficiency or harmful gases may be present
Work in shafts, sewer or enclosed septic tanks
Work in refrigeration plants where the danger of escape of refrigerant gas exists grit or abrasive blasting operations
7.4 Hearing Protection
7.4.1 Hearing protection shall be made available to all workers exposed to noise levels as specified in technical specification or relevant Code.
7.4.2 The selection of type of protection shall be in accordance with the type of noise hazard and the work being performed.
7.4.3 Protective devices shall be in conformance with BS 6344 “Industrial Hearing Protectors” or equivalent.
7.4.4 In all work environments where the noise level is at or above as specified in technical specification or relevant Code, prominent signs in English and Arabic shall be displayed indicating the need for ear protection.
7.4.5 In general, hearing protection worn frequently shall be issued on a personal basis. In addition to personal issue it is recommended to leave suitable hearing protection by the entrance into high level noise areas.
7.5 Hand and Arm Protection
7.5.1 Adequate hand and arm protection shall be available for all manual labours.
7.5.2 Hand protection equipment shall be selected based on an evaluation of the performance characteristics of the equipment relative to:
Task(s) to be performed(impacts, cuts, abrasions and infections);
Conditions present (extreme temperatures);
Duration of use; and hazards and potential hazards identified (Refer to MSDS).
7.5.3 To assist in the evaluation and selection of hand protection equipment, the following resources shall be used:
Manufacturer’s recommendations; and
Good quality industrial gloves to be used.
7.5.4 Hand and arm protective devices shall be regularly inspected and replaced when physically damaged, or contaminated by substances (such as greases, paints, drilling fluids or chemicals) which might impair their effectiveness or safety.
7.6 Body Protection
7.6.1 Adequate body protection such as special suits, aprons, leggings, etc., shall be provided for any work which involves hazards, above.
7.6.2 Specific and adequate body protection shall be supplied for all work which activities are present these hazards, including but not limited to:
Working in extremes of temperature, such as firefighting, heating furnace attendance, working in refrigeration plants, etc.
Welding, burning, cutting and grinding
Handling or mixing of acids and other toxic, corrosive or hazardous chemicals
Cleanup and disposal of hazardous waste (Asbestos, chemical, hydrocarbon, etc)
7.6.3 Body protective devices shall be manufactured to a equivalent good materials:
Specification for flame retardant industrial clothing
Specification for protective clothing for welders
Specification for protective aprons for wet work
Specification for X-ray lead-rubber protective aprons
Specification for clothing for protection against heat for short periods
Specification for air-permeable chemical protective clothing
7.7 Full Body Safety Harnesses and Lifelines
7.7.1 Fall protection devices include lifelines, lanyards, safety nets, and other similar equipment. Only full body harnesses are allowed to be used in Site.
7.7.2 Any safety harness, lifeline or lanyard subjected to in-service loading, shall be immediately removed from service and shall not be reused for employee fall protection.
7.7.3 Safety harnesses, lifelines and lanyards shall be used when a worker is more than 2 m above the ground, water, or other surface where permanent platforms with handrails and toe-boards are not provided.
7.7.4 Safety Harness, Lifeline and Lanyard Specifications:
Lifelines shall have a minimum thickness of 1.9 cm (? inch), and be made of nylon rope.
Safety harness lanyards shall have a minimum thickness of 1.3 cm (? inch), and be made of nylon or equivalent with a maximum length to provide for a fall of no greater than 1.83 m (6 ft).
They must have shock absorbers included with the lanyards. The rope shall have a nominal breaking strength of 2,449 kg (5,400 lb).
All safety harnesses and lanyards shall be capable of a tensile loading of 1,814 kg (4,000 lb) without cracking, breaking or suffering permanent deformation.
7.7.5 To assist in the evaluation and selection of fall protection devices, the following resources shall be used:
Manufacturer’s recommendations; and
ANSI A10-14 Requirements for safety belts, harnesses, lanyards, and drop lines for construction and industrial use, or equivalent
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