HCI Safety Plan - Rev 12-Feb

SAFETYPLAN
RevisedFebruary2012
Contents

I.GeneralStatementofSafetyPolicy:..........................................................................................................5
II.GeneralWorkRules..................................................................................................................................8
ABRASIVEGRINDING.................................................................................................................................8
ACCESS......................................................................................................................................................8
AIRTOOLS.................................................................................................................................................8
ATTITUDE..................................................................................................................................................8
BELTSANDINGMACHINE..........................................................................................................................8
COMPRESSEDAIR,Useof.........................................................................................................................8
COMPRESSEDGASCYLINDERS..................................................................................................................9
CONCRETE,CONCRETEFORMSANDSHORING&LIFTSLABOPERATIONS...............................................9
CONFINEDSPACES....................................................................................................................................9
CRANESORDERRICKS.............................................................................................................................12
CRANEANDDERRICKSUSPENDEDPERSONNELPLATFORMS.................................................................13
DISPOSALCHUTES...................................................................................................................................13
DRUGSANDALCOHOL............................................................................................................................13
ELECTRICALGENERAL...........................................................................................................................13
ELECTRICALGROUNDING.....................................................................................................................14
ELECTRICALREMODELINGREQUIREMENTS........................................................................................14
ELECTRICALILLUMINATION.................................................................................................................14
EQUIPMENTOPERATIONHANDTOOLS............................................................................................15
EXPLOSIVESANDBLASTING....................................................................................................................15
EYEANDFACEPROTECTION...................................................................................................................15
EXCAVATIONANDTRENCHING...............................................................................................................16
FIREPROTECTION....................................................................................................................................17
FLAGMAN................................................................................................................................................18
FLAMMABLEANDCOMBUSTIBLELIQUIDS.............................................................................................18
FLOOROPENINGS,OPENSIDES,HATCHWAYS,ETC................................................................................18
GASES,VAPORS,FUMES,DUSTSANDMITES..........................................................................................19
HARDHATS..............................................................................................................................................19
HOISTS,MATERIALANDPERSONNEL......................................................................................................19
HOUSEKEEPING.......................................................................................................................................19
HeardConstruction,Inc.
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INJURIES..................................................................................................................................................19
JOINTERS.................................................................................................................................................20
LADDERS..................................................................................................................................................20
LASERS.....................................................................................................................................................20
LEAD........................................................................................................................................................20
LIQUEFIEDPETROLEUMGAS...................................................................................................................21
MASONRYACCESSZONE.........................................................................................................................21
MEDIALSERVICESANDFIRSTAID...........................................................................................................21
MOTORVEHICLESANDMECHANIZEDEQUIPMENT...............................................................................22
PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT.....................................................................................................22
POWDERACTUATEDTOOLS...................................................................................................................22
POWERTRANSMISSION,MECHANICAL:.................................................................................................22
PROTECTIONOFTHEPUBLIC..................................................................................................................22
RADIATION,IONIZING.............................................................................................................................23
RAILINGS.................................................................................................................................................23
RESPIRATORYPROTECTIONPROGRAM..................................................................................................23
ROLLOVERPROTECTIVESTRUCTURES(ROPS)........................................................................................27
SAWS.......................................................................................................................................................27
SCAFFOLDS(GENERAL)...........................................................................................................................28
SCAFFOLDS(MOBILE)..............................................................................................................................28
SCAFFOLD(SWINGING)...........................................................................................................................28
SCAFFOLD(TUBULARWELDEDFRAME)..................................................................................................28
SIGNSBULLETINBOARDREQUIREMENTS............................................................................................28
SECURITYANDVANDALISM....................................................................................................................29
STAIRS.....................................................................................................................................................29
STORAGE.................................................................................................................................................30
TIRECAGES..............................................................................................................................................30
TOILETS...................................................................................................................................................30
WALLOPENINGSANDELEVATORSHAFTOPENINGS..............................................................................30
WELDING,CUTTINGANDHEATING........................................................................................................30
WIREROPES,CHAINS,ROPES,ETC..........................................................................................................31
WOODWORKINGMACHINERY................................................................................................................31
III.GeneralRulesandTopicsforSafetyBriefings.......................................................................................32
Section1Housekeeping&GeneralSafetyRequirements....................................................................32
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Section2FirePrevention......................................................................................................................32
Section3Welding,Cutting&Brazing...................................................................................................32
Section4Lockout/TagoutEnergyControl..........................................................................................32
Section5PersonalProtectiveEquipment............................................................................................33
Section6Excavation&Trenches..........................................................................................................33
Section7PersonalAerialLiftDevices...................................................................................................33
Section8CompressedGasCylinders....................................................................................................34
Section9Cranes....................................................................................................................................34
Section10Ladders................................................................................................................................34
Section11Scaffolds..............................................................................................................................34
Section12ElectricalSafety...................................................................................................................35
Section13PowerTools&Equipment..................................................................................................35
Section14FloorandRoofOpenings.....................................................................................................35
IV.HazardousCommunicationProgram.....................................................................................................36
A.CHEMICALINVENTORY.......................................................................................................................36
B.CONTAINERLABELING........................................................................................................................36
C.MATERIALSAFETYDATASHEETS(MSDS)...........................................................................................36
D.EMPLOYEETRAINING..........................................................................................................................36
E.PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT(PPE)........................................................................................37
F.EMERGENCYRESPONSES....................................................................................................................37
G.HAZARDOFNONROUTINETASKS.....................................................................................................37
H.INFORMINGOTHEREMPLOYEES........................................................................................................37
I.POSTING...............................................................................................................................................37
V.Lockout/TagoutPlan...............................................................................................................................38
LOCKOUTANDTAGOUTPROCEDURES:..................................................................................................38
VI.DisciplinaryPolicy..................................................................................................................................39
Appendix1.EnvironmentalPlan.................................................................................................................40
Appendix2:HazardousSubstanceSpillResponseProcedureKennedySpaceCenter............................53
Appendix3:Safety/HazardousChemicalForms.........................................................................................54
Appendix4:GeneralSafetyRulesUnitedSpaceAlliance........................................................................55
Appendix5:WeatherWarningsKennedySpaceCenter..........................................................................65
Appendix6:KennedySpaceCenter/NASAFallProtectionProceduralRequirements...............................67
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I. General Statement of Safety Policy:

ItisthepolicyofHeardConstructiontoprovideprotectiontothelifeandhealthofemployeesandother
persons;forpreventionofdamagetoproperty,materials,suppliesandequipmentinaccordancewith
the requirements of OSHA standards and safety provisions. It is the responsibility of the following
managementandsupervisorypersonneltoimplementthispolicy.
Key Safety Management Personnel

NAME
FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILITY
WilliamNichols
Assurethatallsafetyproceduresarefollowedonthejobsite
Phone:3212880426 andallemployeesaretrainedandpreparedforemergencies.
It is the purpose of this policy and the responsibility of the above personnel to assure that Heard
Construction,Inc.employeeswill:
1. AbidebytheFederal,StateandLocalregulationsastheypertaintoconstruction.
2. Applygoodsenseandsafepracticesasdictatedbylocations,conditionsandcircumstancestoall
jobs.
3. Exercisegoodjudgmentintheapplicationofthispolicy.
4. Protectthepublicfromtheeffectsofouroperations.
HeardConstruction,Inc.anditsmanagementteamwill:
1. Establish rules and programs designated to promote safety and make them known to all
employees.
2. Provideallsupervisorswithcopiesofappropriaterulesandregulations.
3. Informemployeesofchangeinsafetyrules.
4. Makeavailabletrainingnecessaryforemployeestoperformtheirtaskssafely.
5. Provideprotectiveequipmentforemployeeswhererequired.
6. Impress upon all, the responsibility and accountability of each individual to maintain a safe
workplace.
7. Recordallinstancesofviolationsandinvestigateallaccidents
8. Disciplineanyemployeewillfullydisregardingthispolicy.
9. Requireallsubcontractorsasamatterofcontracttofollowsafetyrules.
10. AppointaSafetyOfficerwithenforcementauthorityoversafetymatters.
11. Conduct safety inspections of all jobsites and maintain records and continually monitor all
aspectsoftheprogrameffectiveness.
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HeardConstruction,Inc.ProjectSuperintendentsalongwithonsitepersonnelwill:
1. Planproductionsothatallworkwillbedoneincompliancewithestablishedsafetyregulations.
2. Becompletelyresponsibleforonthejobsafetyandhealth,andordertheimmediatecorrection
ofanysafetydeficienciesbroughttomanagementattention.
3. Make sure proper safety materials and protective devices are available and used; keeping all
equipmentinsafeandworkingorder.
4. Instruct foremen in safety requirements and make sure they pass on their instruction to their
crews.
5. Takeadvantageofofferedsafetytrainingandbeawareofallsafetyrules.
6. Reviewallaccidents,overseecorrectionofallunsafepractices,andfileaccidentreports.
7. Conduct jobsite safety meetings and provide all employees with proper instruction on safety
requirements.
8. Requireconformancetosafetystandardsfromallsubcontractors.
9. Notifytheofficeofallsafetyviolations.
10. Providefortheprotectionofthepublicfromconstructionoperations.
11. Attempt to insure safe performance by others present on the site including owners and
architect/engineer representatives, the general public, visitors, and the employees of other
contractors.
HeardConstruction,Inc.JobForemenwill:
1. Carryoutsafetyprogramatworklevel.
2. Beawareofallsafetyrequirementsandsafeworkingpractices.
3. Planallworkactivitieswithadherencetosafeworkingpracticesinmind.
4. Instructnewemployeesandexistingemployeesperformingnewtasksinsafeworkingpractice.
Provide their crews with continuing instruction on safety requirements, including conducting
toolboxtalks.
5. Installandmaintaindevicestoprotectthepublicfromcompanyoperations.
6. Makesureprotectionequipmentisavailableandused.
7. Makesureallworkisperformedinasafemannerandnounsafeconditionsorequipmentare
present.
8. Actwithoutdelaytocorrectallhazards,includingunsafeactsandconditions,whicharewithin
thescopeofyourposition.
9. Securepromptmedicalattentionforanyinjuredemployee.
10. Reportallinjuriesandsafetyviolations.
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HeardConstruction,Inc.FieldEmployeeswill:
1. Worksafelyinsuchamannerastoinsureyoursafetyaswellasthatofcoworkersandothers.
2. Requesthelpwhenunsurehowtosafelyperformanytask.
3. Correctunsafeactsorconditionswithinthescopeofimmediatework.
4. Reportanyunsafeactsoruncorrectedconditionstosupervision.
5. Reportforworkingoodmentalandphysicalcondition.
6. Makeuseofcompanyandindustrysponsoredsafetyprograms.
7. Useandmaintainallsafetydevicesprovided.
8. Maintainandproperlyusealltoolsunderhiscontrol.
9. Followallsafetyrules.
10. Providefellowemployeeshelpwithsafetyrequirements.
AllHeardConstruction,Inc.personnelwill:
1. Strivetomakealloperationssafe.
2. Maintainmentalandphysicalhealthconducivetoworkingsafely.
3. Keepallworkareascleanandfreeofdebris.
4. Assesssafeworkingattitudesandactionsontheentireworkplace.Workwillnotbeperformed
inwaysthatcausehazardsforothers.
5. Replace or repair safety precautions removed or altered before leaving work area. Unsafe
conditionswillnotbelefttoimperilothers.
6. Abidebythesafetyrulesandregulationsofownerwhileworkingontheirjobsites.
7. WorkinstrictconformancewithOSHAregulations.
HeardConstruction,Inc.SubcontractorsandSupplierswill:
Abidebyallsafetyrulesofownerandothercontractors.
Notifyallothercontractorswhenactionsoractivitiesundertakenbythemcouldaffecthealthor
safetyofemployeesofothercompanies.
Checkinwithjobsitesupervisionbeforeenteringjobsite.
Informcontrollingcontractorofallinjuriestoworkers.
Reporttocontrollingcontractoranyunsafeconditionsthatcometotheirattention.
Architects,OwnersandVisitorswillberequiredto:
1. Abidebyallsafetyrules.
2. Check in with superintendent so protective equipment may be provided, such as hard hats or
eyeandrespiratorprotection.
3. Refrainfromenteringconstructionareaswithoutcontactingemployeesworkinginthoseareas.
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II. General Work Rules

ABRASIVEGRINDING
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1926.303)
Abrasive wheel bend or stand grinders must have safety guards strong enough to withstand bursting
wheels. Adjust work rests on grinders to a clearance not to exceed 1/8 inch between rest of wheel
surface.Inspectandringtestabrasivewheelsbeforemounting.Alwaysleavewheelinworkingcondition
fornextuser.Properlydresswheelbeforeusingand/orwhenfinished.TheRPMratingoftheabrasive
wheelmustbeinaccordancewiththeRPMratingofthemotor.
ACCESS
Onlysafemeansofaccesstoandfromworkareaswillbeused.Jumpingfromortoworkareasisnot
allowednorisslidingdowncableropesandguys.
AIRTOOLS
Secure pneumatic tools to hose in a positive manner to prevent accidental disconnection. Install and
maintain safety clips or retainers on pneumatic impact tools to prevent attachments from being
accidentally expelled. All hoses exceeding inch inside diameter require safety devices at source of
supplytoreducepressureincaseofhosefailure.
ATTITUDE
Allcompanyemployeesarerequiredtotreatsafetyasanumberonepriority.Assuchtheyareexpected
toreporttoworkingoodmentalandphysicalconditiontosafelyperformtheirassignedduties.Before
starting any task, employees must consider the possible effects of their actions on themselves and
othersandtakeappropriateprotectivemeasures.
BELTSANDINGMACHINE
Beltsanderswillnotbeusedwithoutguardsinplace.Thedirectionaltravelindicatedonthebeltmust
matchthetravelofthesander.
COMPRESSEDAIR,Useof
Compressed air used for cleaning purposes may not exceed 30 psi and then only in conjunction with
effectivechipguardingandpersonnelprotectiveequipment.Exceptionsto30psiareallowedonlyfor
concrete form, mill scale, and similar cleaning operations. The use of compressed air to clean off
yourselforotherworkersisNOTallowed.
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COMPRESSEDGASCYLINDERS
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1926.350&1910.163165B)
Putvalveprotectioncapsinplacebeforecompressedgascylindersaretransported,movedorstored.
Cylindervalveswillbeclosedwhenworkisfinishedandwhencylindersareemptyorbeingmoved.
Compressedgascylinderswillbesecuredinanuprightposition,withchain,steelangle,etc.,atalltimes.
Keep cylinders a safe distance or shield from welding or cutting operations and placed where they
cannotbecomepartofanelectricalcircuit.Oxygenandacetylenemustnotbestoredtogether.
Oxygenandfuelgasregulatorsmustbeinproperworkingorderwhileinuse.
CONCRETE,CONCRETEFORMSANDSHORING&LIFTSLABOPERATIONS
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1926.700706&1926.305)
All protruding reinforcing steel onto which employees could fall must be guarded to eliminate the
hazardofimpalement.Wiremeshneedstobesecurefromrecoiling.
Formwork and shoring will be designed and construction to safely support all loads imposed during
concreteplacement.Allcomponentswillbeinspectedpriortoerection.Drawingsorplansofjacklayout,
formwork,shoring,workingdecksandscaffoldingsystemswillbeavailableatjobsite.
Forms and shores may not be removed until it has been determined that the concrete has gained
sufficientstrengthtosupportitsweightandsuperimposedloads.
CONFINEDSPACES
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1910.146,1926.650,MaritimeStandard1915.4554,1917.4654)
This section contains requirements for practices and procedures to protect employees in general
industryfromthehazardsofentryintopermitrequiredconfinedspaces.Thissectiondoesnotapplyto
agriculture,toconstructionortoshipyardemployment.
Confinedorenclosedspacesinclude,storagetanks,processvessels,bins,boilers,ventilatorsorexhaust
ducts,sewers,undergroundutilityvaults,tunnels,pipelines,andopentopspacesmorethan4ft.in
depthsuchaspits,tubs,vaults,andvessels.
Confinedspacemeansaspacethatislargeenoughandsoconfiguredthatanemployeecanbodilyenter
andperformassignedwork;andhaslimitedorrestrictedmeansforentryorexit(forexample,tanks,
vessels,silos,storagebins,hoppers,vaults,andpitsarespacesthatmayhavelimitedmeansofentry);
andisnotdesignedforcontinuousemployeeoccupancy.
Acceptableentryconditionsmeanstheconditionsthatmustexistinapermitspacetoallowentryandto
ensurethatemployeesinvolvedwithapermitrequiredconfinedspaceentrycansafelyenterintoand
workwithinthespace.
Attendant means an individual stationed outside one or more permit spaces who monitors the
authorized entrants and who performs all attendants duties assigned in the employers permit space
program.
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Authorizedentrantmeansanemployeewhoisauthorizedbytheemployertoenterapermitspace.
Blankingorblindingmeanstheabsoluteclosureofapipe,line,orductbythefasteningofasolidplate
(such as a spectacle blind or a skillet blind) that completely covers the bore and that is capable of
withstandingthemaximumpressureofthepipe,lineorductwithnoleakagebeyondtheplate.
Permitrequiredconfinedspace(permitspace)meansaconfinedspacethathasoneormoreofthe
followingcharacteristics:
Containsorhasapotentialtocontainahazardousatmosphere;
Containsamaterialthathasthepotentialforengulfinganentrant;
Hasaninternalconfigurationsuchthatanentrantcouldbetrappedorasphyxiatedbyinwardly
convergingwallsorbyafloor,whichslopesdownwardandtaperstoasmallercrosssection;
Containsanyotherrecognizedserioussafetyorhealthhazard.
Permitrequiredconfinedspaceprogram(permitspaceprogram)meanstheemployersoverallprogram
for controlling, and, where appropriate, for protecting employees from permit space hazards and for
regulatingemployeeentryintopermitspaces.
Permitsystemmeanstheemployerswrittenprocedureforpreparingandissuingpermitsforentryand
forreturningthepermitspacetoservicefollowingterminationofentry.
Testing means the process by which the hazards that may confront entrants of a permit space are
identified and evaluated. Testing includes specifying the tests that are to be performed in the permit
space. Testing enables employers both to devise and implement adequate control measures for the
protection of authorized entrants and to determine if acceptable entry conditions are present
immediatelypriorto,andduringentry.
The employer shall evaluate the workplace to determine if any spaces are permitrequired confined
spaces. (Note: proper application of the decision flow chart in Appendix A to section 1910.146 would
facilitatecompliancewiththisrequirement*seeatendofsection)
If the workplace contains permit spaces, the employer shall inform exposed employees by posting
dangersignsorbyanyotherequallyeffectivemeans,oftheexistenceandlocationofandthedanger
posedbythepermitspaces.(Note:AsignreadingDANGERPERMITREQUIREDCONFINEDSPACE,DO
NOTENTER)orusingothersimilarlanguagewouldsatisfytherequirementforasign.
Examplesofpermitrequiredconfinedspaceprograms:
Workplace.Sewerentry
Potentialhazards:Theemployeescouldbeexposedtothefollowing:
Engulfment
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PresenceoftoxicgasesEqualtoormorethan10ppmhydrogensulfidemeasuredasan8hour
timeweighted average. If the presence of other toxic contaminants is suspected, specific
monitoringprogramswillbedeveloped.
Presence of explosive/flammable gases: Equal to or greater than 10% of the lower flammable
limit(LFL).
OxygenDeficiency:Aconcentrationofoxygenintheatmosphereequaltoorlessthan19.5%by
volume.
EntrywithoutPermit/Attendant
Certification:confinedspacesmaybe enteredwithoutthe needforawrittenpermitorattendant
providedthatthespace canbemaintainedinasafeconditionforentrybymechanicalventilation
aloneasprovidedinSection1910.146(c)(5).Allspacesshallbeconsideredpermitrequiredconfined
spacesuntilthepreentryproceduresdemonstrateotherwise.Anyemployeerequiredorpermitted
toprecheckorenteranenclosed/confinedspaceshallhavesuccessfullycompleted,asaminimum,
thetrainingasrequiredbythefollowingsectionsoftheseprocedures.Awrittencopyofoperating
andrescueproceduresasrequiredbytheseproceduresshallbeattheworksiteforthedurationof
thejob.TheConfinedSpacePreEntryCheckListmustbecompletedbytheLEADWORKERbefore
entryintoaconfinedspace.Thislistverifiescompletionofitemslistedbelow.Thischecklistshallbe
keptatthejobsitefordurationofthejob.Ifcircumstancesdictateaninterruptioninthework,the
permitspacemustbereevaluatedandanewchecklistmustbecompleted.
Controlofatmosphericandengulfmenthazards
Pumps and Lines: All pumps and lines which may reasonably cause contaminants to flow into
thespaceshallbedisconnected,blindedandlockedout,oreffectivelyisolatedbyothermeans
to prevent development of dangerous air contamination or engulfment. Not all laterals to
sewersorstormdrainsrequireblocking.However,whereexperienceorknowledgeofindustrial
use indicates there is a reasonable potential for contamination of air or engulfment into an
occupiedsewer,thenallaffectedlateralsshallbeblocked.Ifblockingand/orisolationrequires
entry into the space, the provisions for entry into a permitrequired confined space must be
implemented.
Surveillance: The surrounding area shall be surveyed to avoid hazards such as drifting vapors
fromthetanks,piping,orsewers.
Testing: The atmosphere within the space will be tested to determine whether dangerous air
contamination and/or oxygen deficiency exists. Detector tubes, alarm only gas monitors and
explosionmetersareexamplesofmonitoringequipmentthatmaybeusedtotestpermitspace
atmospheres.TestingshallbeperformedbytheLEADWORKER,whohassuccessfullycompleted
theGasDetectortrainingforthemonitorhewilluse.Theminimumparameterstobemonitored
are oxygen deficiency, LFL, and hydrogen sulfide concentration. A written record of the pre
entry test results shall be made and kept at the work site for the duration of the job. The
supervisorwillcertifyinwriting,basedupontheresultsofthepreentrytesting,thatallhazards
havebeeneliminated.Affectedemployeesshallbeabletoreviewthetestingresults.Themost
hazardousconditionsshallgovernwhenworkisbeingperformedintwoadjoining,connecting
spaces.
Entry Procedures: If there are no nonatmospheric hazards present and if the preentry tests
show there is no dangerous air contamination and/or oxygen deficiency within the space and
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there is no reason to believe that any is likely to develop, entry into and work within may
proceed.Continuoustestingoftheatmosphereintheimmediatevicinityoftheworkerswithin
thespaceshallbeaccomplished.Theworkerswillimmediatelyleavethepermitspacewhenany
ofthegasmonitoralarmsetpointsarereachedasdefined.Workerswillnotreturntothearea
untilaSUPERVISORwhohascompletedthegasdetectortraininghasusedadirectreadinggas
detectortoevaluatethesituationandhasdeterminedthatitissafetoenter.
Rescue:Arrangementsforrescueservicesarenotrequiredwherethereisnoattendant.Seethe
rescue portion of Section B below for instructions regarding rescue planning where an entry
permitisrequired.
ProceduresforAtmosphericTesting
Atmospherictestingisrequiredfortwodistinctpurposes:evaluationofthehazardsofthepermitspace
andverificationthatacceptableentryconditionsforentryintothatspaceexist.
EvaluationTesting:Theatmosphereofaconfinedspaceshouldbeanalyzedusingequipmentof
sufficientsensitivityandspecificitytoidentifyandevaluateanyhazardousatmospherethatmay
exist or arise so that appropriate permit entry procedures can be developed and acceptable
entry conditions stipulated for that space. Evaluation and interpretation of these data, and
developmentoftheentryprocedure,shouldbedoneby,orreviewedby,atechnicallyqualified
professional(e.g.,OSHA consultationservice,orcertifiedindustrialhygienist, registeredsafety
engineer,certifiedsafetyprofessional,certifiedmarinechemist,etc.)basedonevaluationofall
serioushazards.
Verification Testing: The atmosphere of a permit space which may contain a hazardous
atmosphere should be tested for residues of all contaminants identified by evaluation testing
using permit specified equipment to determine that residual concentrations at the time of
testingandentryarewithintherangeofacceptableentryconditions.
Duration of Testing: Measurement of values for each atmospheric parameter should be made
foratleasttheminimumresponsetimeofthetestinstrumentspecifiedbythemanufacturer.
Testing Stratified Atmospheres: When monitoring for entries involving a descent into
atmospheres that may be stratified, the atmospheric envelope should be tested a distance of
approximately4feet(1.22m)inthedirectionoftravelandtoeachside.Ifasamplingprobeis
used,theentrantsrateofprogressshouldbeslowedtoaccommodatethesamplingspeedand
detectorresponse.
Orderoftesting:Atestofoxygenisperformedfirstbecausemostcombustiblegasmetersare
oxygen dependent and will not provide reliable readings in an oxygen deficient atmosphere.
Combustible gases are tested for next because the threat of fire or explosion is both more
immediateandmorelifethreatening,inmostcases,thanexposuretotoxicgasesandvapors.If
testsfortoxicgasesandvaporsarenecessary,theyareperformedlast.
CRANESORDERRICKS
Rated load capacities, recommended generating speeds, and special hazard warnings or instructions
must be conspicuously posted on all equipment. Instructions and warnings must be visible from the
operators station. Copies of inspection records must be present in the operators cab areas within
swing radius of crane must be barricaded to prevent employees from being struck or crushed by the
crane.
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Exceptwhereelectricaldistributionandtransmissionlineshavebeendeenergizedandvisiblygrounded,
orwhereinsulatingbarriersnotapartoforanattachmenttotheequipmentormachineryhavebeen
erected to prevent physical contact with the lines, no part of the crane or its load shall be operated
within10feet+4inchesforeach1kvover50kvforlinesratedover50kv,ortwicethelengthoftheline
insulator, but never less than 10 feet. Cranes will be inspected before each use by the operator. Any
defectsmustbecorrectedbeforeuse.Logsofcraneinspectionmustbekeptwiththecrane.
CRANEANDDERRICKSUSPENDEDPERSONNELPLATFORMS
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1910179&1926.550556andOSHABooklet#3100)
Crane or derrick suspended personnel platforms may not be used unless the erection, use, and
dismantlingofconventionalmeansofreachingtheworksitewouldbemorehazardousornotpossible.
Equipmentusedforthispurposemustbetestedandequippedinstrictaccordancewith1926.550.
DISPOSALCHUTES
Use an enclosed chute whenever materials are dropped more than 20 feet to any exterior point of a
building. When debris is dropped through floor holes without a chute, the area where the material is
dropped must be enclosed with barricades at least 42 inches and not less than 6 feet back from the
projectededgesofopeningoverheadpostwarningsignsateachlevel.
DRUGSANDALCOHOL
Useand/orpossessionofalcoholicbeveragesand/orillicitdrugsonthejobsiteisforbidden.Theuseofa
prescriptiondrugand/oroverthecountermedicationsthatnegativelyaffectjobperformancewithout
theknowledgeofthatpersonresponsibleforsafetyonthesite,islikewiseforbidden.Employeesand/or
visitors under the influence of illegal or unauthorized drugs and/or alcohol shall be immediately
removedfromthesite.Therealsowillbeareductionofcompensationbenefitsifinjuredonthejobsite.
ELECTRICALGENERAL
Allextensioncordsmustbe3wiretype,protectedfromdamage,andnotfastenedwithstaples,hung
fromnails,orsuspendedfromwires.Nocordortoolwithadamagedgroundplugmaybeused.
Except where bulbs are deeply recessed in reflector, bulbs on temporary lights will be equipped with
guards.Temporarylightsmaynotbesuspendedbytheirelectriccords,unlesssodesigned.
Receptaclesforattachmentplugswillbeorapproved,concealedcontacttype.Wheredifferentvoltages,
frequencies, or types of current are applied, receptacles must be such that attachment plugs are not
interchangeable.
Eachdisconnectingmeansformotorsandappliancesandeachservicefeederorbranchcircuitatpoint
of origin must be legibly marked to indicate its purpose, unless located and arranged so purpose is
evident.Cablepassingthroughworkareaswillbecoveredorelevatedtoprotectfromdamage.Boxes
with covers for disconnecting means must be securely and rigidly fastened to mounting surface.
Equipmentorcircuitsthataredeenergizedshallberenderedinoperativeandhavetagsattachedatall
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points where such equipment or circuits can be energized. Tags shall be placed to identify plainly the
equipmentorcircuitsbeingworkedon.
Noemployeemayworkinproximitytoanyelectricpowercircuitthatmaybecontactedduringcourse
ofworkunlessprotectedagainstelectricshockbydeenergizingcircuitandgroundingit,orbyguarding
with effective insulation. In work areas where exact location of underground electric power lines is
unknown,workmenusingjackhammers,bars,orotherhandtoolswhichmaycontactlines,mustwear
insulatedprotectivegloves.
ELECTRICALGROUNDING
All15and20amperereceptacleoutletsonsinglephase,120voltcircuitsforconstruction siteswhich
arenotapartofpermanentwiringofthebuildingorstructure,mustbeprotectedbyeithergroundfault
circuitinterruptersoranassuredequipmentgroundingconductorprogram.
An assured equipment grounding conductor program requires inspection of all cord sets, and any
equipment connected by cord and plug, except cord sets and receptacles which are fixed and not
exposedtodamage,beforeeachdaysuseforexternaldefectsandpossibleinternaldamage.Remove
fromserviceorrepairimmediatelyanddefectiveitems.
Testswillbeperformedonallcordsets,receptacleswhicharenotapartofthepermanentwiringofthe
building or structure, and cordand plugconnected equipment required to be grounded. Grounding
conductorswillbetestedforcontinuity.Eachreceptacleandattachmentcaporplugwillbetestedfor
correctattachmentoftheequipmentgroundingconductor.
Tests will be recorded. This test record must identify each receptacle, cord set, and cord and plug
connectedequipmentthatpassedthetest,andwillindicatethelastdateitwastestedortheintervalfor
which it was tested. No electrical tool or cord may be used unless it has been tested according to
companysassuredgroundingprogram.Theconcurrentcarryingmetalpartsoffixed,portableandplug
connected equipment must be grounded except those protected by an approved system of double
insulation.Thepathfromcircuits,equipment,structures,andconduitorenclosurestogroundmustbe
permanentandcontinuousandhaveamplecurrentcarryingcapacity.
ELECTRICALREMODELINGREQUIREMENTS
Remodeling,Maintenance,RepairsorDemolitionofBuildings,StructuresorEquipmentandSimilar
Activities
TheOSHAstandardspertainingtotheabovecanbefoundinConstructionStandards1926.400449.
However,youmustconsulttheOSHAGeneralIndustryStandards1910.301399.Ifyourexposureisnot
identifiedinthosetwomanuals,consultthereferencedNationalElectricalCodeforyourguidance.
ELECTRICALILLUMINATION
Constructionareasshouldbelightedtonotlessthanminimumilluminationintensitieslistedwhilework
isinprogress.
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FootCandles
5FC
5FC
5FC
10FC
AreaorOperation
Generalconstructionarealighting.Generalconstructionareas,concrete
placement,activestorageareas,loadingplatforms,refuelingandfieldmaintenance
areasandstairways
Indoor:Warehouse,corridors,hallwaysandexitways.
Tunnels, shafts and general undergound work areas: (exception: minimum of 10 foot
candles is required at tunnel and shaft heading during drilling, mucking and scaling.
BureauofMinesapprovedcaplightsshallbeacceptableforuseinthetunnelheading.)
Generalconstructionplantandshops(eg.,batchplants,screeningplants,mechanical
andelectricalequipmentrooms,carpentersshops,rigginglofts,andactivestorerooms,
messhalls,indoortoiletsandworkrooms).
EQUIPMENTOPERATIONHANDTOOLS
Noemployeewilloperateelectric,gasorhandpoweredtoolsorequipmentunlessfamiliarwithuseof
theitemandsafetyprecautionsrequired.Supervisionwillprovidenecessarysafetyinformationforall
tasksandequipment.Faultyequipmentshallbetakenoutofserviceimmediately.
Employeeswillnotuseunsafehandtools.Wrenchesmaynotbeusedwhenjawsaresprungtothepoint
slippageoccurs.Keepimpacttoolsfreeofmushroomedheads.
Keepwoodentoolhandlesfreeofsplintersorcracksandtightinthetool.
Electricpoweroperatedtoolswilleitherbeapproveddoubleinsulated,beproperlygrounded,orused
withgroundfaultcircuitinterrupters.
EXPLOSIVESANDBLASTING
Onlyauthorizedandqualifiedpersonswillbepermittedtohandleanduseexplosives.Smokingandopen
flamesarenotpermittedwithin50feetofexplosivesanddetonatorstoragemagazines.Whenblasting
nearoraroundbuildingsyoushouldhaveanengineeringfirmtomonitorforcracks,etc.
EYEANDFACEPROTECTION
Eye and face protection will be provided and must be worn when machines or operations present
potentialeyeorfaceinjury.Employeesinvolvedinweldingoperationmustwearfilterlensesorplatesof
the proper shade number. Employees exposed to laser beams must use suitable laser safety goggles,
whichwillprotectthespecificwavelengthofthelaserandbeopticaldensity(O.D.)adequateforthe
energyinvolved.
Goggleswillbewornoveranyemployeesownedprescriptionglassesthatdonotmeetindustrialsafety
standards.
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EXCAVATIONANDTRENCHING
FactSheet:
Scope
Coversallopenexcavations;definesexcavationtoincludetrenches.
GeneralRequirements
Protectionofemployeesinexcavationsagainstcaveinsexceptwhentheexcavationisinstable
rockorlessthanfivefeetdeepandexaminationbyacompetentpersonprovidesnoevidence
that a cavein should be expected; and against falling rock, soil or material by use of an
adequate system. The latter operation includes scaling to remove loose rock or soil,
installation or protective barricades and other equivalent protection. Material or equipment
which might fall or roll into an excavation must be kept at least two feet from the edge of
excavations,orhaveretainingdevices,orbepreventedfromfallingwithacombinationofboth
precautions.
Dailyinspectionsofexcavations,adjacentareas,andprotectivesystemsbyacompetentperson
and the removal of exposed employees if evidence of possible cavein, failure of protective
systems, hazardous atmospheres, or other hazardous conditions until necessary precautions
have been taken. Removal of or neutralization of surface encumbrances which may create a
hazard.
Estimatelocationofundergroundinstallations(sewer,telephone,electrical,fuelandotherlines;
storage tanks, etc.) prior to digging; pinpoint actual locations as estimated locations are
approached.
Ramps, runways, ladders or stairs as means of access/egress must be within 25 feet of an

employeeworkareaifatrenchisfourfeetormoredeep.
Warningsystemsformobileequipmentincludingbarricades,handormechanicalsignals,orstop
logs.
Testing and Controls for hazardous atmospheres including emergency rescue equipment and
dailyinspectionsforpotentiallyhazardousconditionsbyacompetentperson.Controlsinclude
respiratorsoradditionalventilation,ifneeded,andindividuallyattendedlifelinesduringdescent
intobellbottompierholesorsimilarexcavations.
Support systems such as shoring, bracing, or underpinning to ensure the Stability of adjacent
structuressuchasbuildings,wallsorsidewalks.
The standard allows an employer to use a trench box or shield that is either designed or
approvedbyaregisteredprofessionalengineer(RPE)orisbasedontabulateddatapreparedor
approvedbyanRPE.
The standard allows construction workers to remain inside trench shields that are being
repositioned, provided that the shields are moved horizontally only and the shields are not
lifted.
According to standard, information necessary for the safe installation, placement, use and
removal or any trench support system must be available at the work site at all times, but a
writtenlogorrecordofinspectionsisnotnecessary.
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RequirementsforProtectiveSystems
Slopingandbenchingsystemsfouroptions:
A slope of 34 degrees or less, in lieu of soil classification. A slope of this gradation or less is
consideredsafeforanytypeofsoil.
Maximumallowableslopesandallowableconfigurationsforslopingandbenchingsystemswill
bedeterminedthroughuseofAppendicesA(soilclassification)andB(slopingandbenching).
Designsofslopingorbenchingshallbeselectedfromandbeinaccordancewithdataprovided
in written from, the text to identify: Criteria that affect the selection, the limits of use of the
data and sufficient explanatory data as necessary to assist in making a correct choice of a
protective system. At least one copy of the tabulated data identifying the Registered
ProfessionalEngineerwhoapprovedtheinformationshallbemaintainedatthejobsite during
thetimetheworkisbeingcarriedout.
ExcavationscanbedesignedbyaRegisteredProfessionalEngineer,putinwrittenfromandkept
at the worksite, but must include, at least, the magnitude and configuration of the slopes
determinedtobesafefortheprojectandthenameoftheRPEwhoapprovedtheplan.
Support,shieldandotherprotectivesystemsfouroptions:
Designedfortimbershoringintrenchessetinaccordancewiththeconditionsandrequirements
determinedbyusingAppendicesAandC(timbershoringfortrenches).Foraluminumhydraulic
shoring.AppendicesAandDcanbeusedifmanufacturerstabulateddateisnotavailable.
Designs using manufacturers tabulated data may be used, deviation allowed only if specific,
writtenapprovalofthemanufacturer.
Designs using other tabulated data may be used provided the data is in writing and includes:
Explanatory information to aid the user in making a selection, the criteria determining the
selection,andthelimitsontheuseofthedata.Atleastonecopyoftheinformation,including
theidentityoftheRPE,keptattheworksiteduringconstructionoftheprotectivesystem.
Design by a Registered Professional Engineer. Design systems not using any of the three
previouslycitedoptionsmustbeapprovedbyaRPE,shallbeinwritingandincludetheidentity
of the RPE and details such as sized, types and configurations of the materials to be used. At
leastonecopyoftheplantobeatthejobsiteduringconstruction.
FIREPROTECTION
Firefighting equipment must be conspicuously located and readily accessible at all times, and
periodically inspected and maintained in operating condition. Report any inoperative or missing
equipmenttosupervision.
Iftheprojectincludesautomaticsprinklerprotection,installationwillcloselyfollowconstructionandbe
placedinservice,assoonasapplicablelawspermit,followingcompletionofeachstory.
Fireextinguishers,ratednotlessthan2A,willbeprovidedforeach3,000squarefeetofbuildingarea,
(ormajorfraction).Traveldistancefromanypointtothenearestfireextinguishermaynotexceed100
feetwithatleastoneextinguisherperfloor.Inmultistorybuildings,atleastonefireextinguishermust
belocatedadjacenttostairway.
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FLAGMAN
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1926.201andANSI06.1ManualonUniformTrafficControlDevices).
Whensigns,signals,andbarricadesdonotprovidenecessaryprotectiononoradjacenttoahighwayor
street, flagmen or other appropriate traffic controls may be used. Flagmen will wear red or orange
warninggarment.Warninggarmentswornatnightwillbeofreflectorizedmaterial.Flagmenshall,atall
timeswhiledirectingtraffic,beequippedwithsuitableflags,placards,signs,etc.
FLAMMABLEANDCOMBUSTIBLELIQUIDS
Onlyapprovedcontainersandportabletankswillbeusedforstorageandhandlingofflammable
combustible liquids. All containers must have flame arrestors to be an approved safety
container.
Nomorethan25gallonsofflammableorcombustibleliquidsmaybestoredinaroomoutside
ofanapprovedstoragecabinet.
Nomorethan60gallonsofflammableor120gallonsofcombustibleliquids maybestoredin
anyonestoragecabinet.
No more than three storage cabinets may be located in a single storage area. Inside storage
rooms for flammable and combustible liquids must be of fireresistive construction, with self
closingfiredoors,4inchsillsordepressedfloors,aventilationsystemofatleastsixairchanges
perhour,andelectricalwiringandequipmentapprovedforClassI,Division1locations.
Storage in containers outside buildings may not exceed 1,100 gallons in any one pile or area.
Gradestorageareastodivertpossiblespillsawayfrombuildingorotherexposures,orsurround
withacurbordike.Locatestorageareasatleast20feetfromanybuildingandkeepfreefrom
weeds,debrisandothercombustiblematerials.
Keepflammableliquidsinclosedcontainerswhennotinuse.
Postconspicuousandlegiblesignsprohibitingsmokinginserviceandrefuelingareas.
FLOOROPENINGS,OPENSIDES,HATCHWAYS,ETC.
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1926.500and1926.501502)
Guardopeningswithastandardguardrailandtoeboardorcover.Providerailingonallexposed
sides,exceptatentrancestostairways.
Everyopensidedfloororplatform,6feetormoreaboveadjacentfloororgroundlevel,mustbe
guardedbyastandardrailing,orequivalent,onallopensidesexceptwherethereisentranceto
aramp,stairwayorfixedladder.
Runways4feethighormoreneedstandardrailingsonallopensides.
Guardladderwayflooropeningsorplatformswithstandardguardrailsandstandardtoeboards
onallexposedsides,exceptatentrancetoopening,withpassagethroughtherailingprovided
byaswinginggateoroffsetsoapersoncannotwalkdirectlyintoopening.
Temporaryflooropeningswillhavestandardrailingsoreffectivecovers.
Floorholesintowhichpersonscanaccidentallywalkwillbeguardedbyeitherastandardrailing
withstandardtoeboardonallexposedsides,orastandardfloorholecover.Whilethecoveris
notinplace,thefloorholewillbeprotectedbyastandardrailing.
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GASES,VAPORS,FUMES,DUSTSANDMITES
Exposuretotoxicgases,vapors,fumes,dusts,andmistsataconcentrationabovethosespecifiedinthe
Threshold Limit Values of Airborne Contaminants of the American Conference of Governmental
IndustrialHygienistsshouldbeavoided.
When engineering and administrative controls are not feasible to achieve full compliance, protective
equipment or other protective measures will be used to keep th4 exposure of employees to air
contaminantswithinthelimitsprescribed.Anyequipmentandtechnicalmeasuresusedforthispurpose
must be reviewed for each particular use by a technically qualified person. Employees will wear all
furnishedequipmentatalltimes.
HARDHATS
Hardhatswillbewornatalltimesonconstructionsites.
HOISTS,MATERIALANDPERSONNEL
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1926552and1910.179180)
Rated load capacities, recommended operating speeds, and special hazard warnings or instructions
posted on cars and platforms may not be exceeded. Material hoistway entrances hoists will be
protectedbysubstantialfullwidthgatesorbars.Hoistwaydoorsorgatesofpersonnelhoistswillbenot
lessthan6feet6incheshigh,andbeprotectedwithmechanicallockswhichcannotbeoperatedfrom
landing side and are accessible only to persons on the car. Provided plywood overhead protective
covering on the top of the hoist cage or platform. No riders are allowed on material hoist except for
inspectionormaintenance.
HOUSEKEEPING
Form and scrap lumber with protruding nails and all other debris, will be kept clear from work area.
Removecombustiblescrapanddebrisatregularintervals.Containerswillbeprovidedforcollectionand
separationofallrefuse.Coversarerequiredoncontainersusedforflammableorharmfulsubstances.
Nogladcontainersallowedonjobsites.
Attheendofeachportionofwork,returnalltoolsandexcessmaterialtoproperstorage.Cleanupall
debris before moving on to the next phase. Each employee is responsible for keeping their own work
areasclean.
INJURIES
Allinjurieseventhosethatseemslightmustbereportedimmediatelytoyoursupervisor.
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JOINTERS
Each handfed planer and jointer with a horizontal head must be equipped with a cylindrical cutting
head. Keep opening in the table as small as possible. Each handfed jointer with a horizontal cutting
headmusthaveanautomaticguardtocoverthesectionoftheheadonworkingsideoffenceorcage.
A proper jointer guard will automatically adjust itself to cover unused portion of the head, and will
remain in contact with material at all times. Each handfed jointer with horizontal cutting head must
haveaguardwhichwillcoverthesectionoftheheadbackofthecageorfence.
LADDERS
Theuseofladderswithbrokenormissingrungsorsteps,brokenorsplitsiderails,orwithotherfaulty
ordefectiveconstructionisprohibited.Whenladderswithsuchdefectsarediscovered,withdrawthem
fromserviceimmediately.Placeportableladdersonasubstantialbaseata41pitch,haveclearaccess
attopandbottom,extendaminimumof36inchesabovelanding,orwherenotpractical,providegrab
rails. Secure against movement while in use. Remove defective ladders from site, repair or destroy
faulty.
Portable metal ladders may not be used for electrical work or where they may contact electrical
conductors.
Jobmadeladderswillbeconstructedfortheirintendeduse.Cleatswillbeinsetintosiderailsinches,
orfullerblocksused.Cleatswillbeuniformlyspaced12inches,toptotop.
LASERS
Only trained employees will be allowed to operate lasers. Employees will wear proper eye protection
wherethereisapotentialexposuretolaserlightgreaterthan0.005watts(5milliwatts).
Beamshuttersorcapswillbeutilized,orlaserturnedoff,whenlasertransmissionisnotactually
required.Whenlasersareleftunattendedforasubstantialperiodoftime,turnthemoff.
LEAD
Basis of Initial Determination. (1) Except as provided under paragraphs (d)(3)(iii) and (d)(3)(iv) of
Section1926.62,theemployershallmonitoremployeeexposuresandshallbaseinitialdeterminations
ontheemployeesexposuremonitoringresultsandanyofthefollowing,relevantconsiderations:(A)Any
information, observations, or calculations which would indicate employee exposure to lead; (B) Any
previousmeasurementsofairbornelead;and(C)Anyemployeecomplaintsofsymptomswhichmaybe
attributabletoexposuretolead.
Wheretheemployeehaspreviouslybeenmonitoredforleadexposures,andthedateobtainedwiththe
past12monthsduringworkoperationsconducted underworkplaceconditionscloselyresemblingthe
processed, type of material, control methods, work practices, and environmental conditions used and
prevailingintheemployeescurrent.
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PersonnelMonitoringCriteria:
Aninitialdeterminationofemployeeexposuretoleadorotherheavymetalsduringcorrosioncontrol
operations is required by the subcontractor. If an independent laboratory is utilized, it must be
AmericanIndustrialHygieneAssociation(AIHA)certified.Thelaboratoryshallprepareaformalwritten
recordinaccordancewithOSHA/NIOSHprotocolandsignedbyaCertifiedIndustrialHygienist(CIH).As
requiredbyOSHA,thatdeterminationmustincludeawrittenrecordofatleast:
Informationspecifiedinparagraph(d)(3)(i)of1926.62(**Seeatendofsection)
Dateofdetermination
Thedate(s),number,durationandtheresultsofeachofthesamplestaken
Thelocationwithintheworksitethesamplingrepresents
Name and social security number of each employee monitored and their represented job
classifications
Thedeterminationshouldalsoincludeastatementindicatingthatsamplingisrepresentativeoffullshift
personalsamplesoftheemployeesworstcasedailyexposuretolead,includingatleastonesampleof
eachjobclassification,ineachworkarea.Paintedsurfacestobedisturbedduringtheprojectshouldbe
dividedintohomogenouslocationsaccordingtothesurfacecoatings.Eachhomogenouslocationshall
besampledinaccordancewiththecriteriareferencedabove.
LIQUEFIEDPETROLEUMGAS
Each system will have containers, valves, connectors, manifold valve assemblies, and regulators of an
approvedtype.Everycontainerandvaporizermustbeprovidedwithoneormoreapprovedsafetyrelief
valvesordevices.Containerswillbeplaceduprightonfirmfoundationsorotherwisefirmlysecured.
Portableheatersmustbeequippedwithanapprovedautomaticdevicetoshutofftheflowofgasinthe
eventofflamefailure.StorageofLPGwithinbuildingsisprohibited.Storagelocationsmusthaveatleast
oneapprovedportablefireextinguisher,ratednotlessthan20B.C.
MASONRYACCESSZONE
Limited access zones are to be established on the unscaffolded side of unbraced masonry walls. The
zonesaretobeequaltothefinishedheightofthewallplusfourfeet.
MEDIALSERVICESANDFIRSTAID
IfmedicalattentionisrequiredforHeardConstruction,Inc.employees,KSCmedicalfacilitiesand
emergencystaffwillbeutilized.FirstAidsuppliesand/orkitsarenotpermittedatKSC.Thetelephone
numberofphysicians,hospitalsorambulancesmustbeconspicuouslyposted.KSCemergencynumbers
willbeutilized.
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MOTORVEHICLESANDMECHANIZEDEQUIPMENT
Checkallvehiclesinuseatbeginningofeachshifttoassurethatallparts,equipmentandaccessories
affecting safe operation are in proper operating condition and free from defects. All defects shall be
correctedbeforeplacingvehicleinservice.
Noemployeeshalluseanymotorvehicle,earthmovingorcompactingequipmenthavinganobstructed
viewtotherearunless:Vehiclehasreversesignalalarmdistinguishablefromsurroundingnoiselevel,or
vehicleisbackeduponlywhenanobserversignalsitissafetodoto.
Heavy machinery, equipment or parts thereof which are suspended or held aloft will be substantially
blockedtopreventfallingorshiftingworkunderorbetweenthem.
PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT
The employee is responsible for wearing appropriate personal protective equipment in operations
wherethereisexposuretohazardousconditionsorwhereneedisindicatedtoreducehazard.Hardhats
arerequiredanytimethereisapotentialforheadinjuries.
HeardConst.willprovidetheproperpersonalprotectiveequipmenttoitsemployees.HeardConst.will
alsoensurethattheiremployeeswear/usethisequipmentproperly.
Heard Const. will provide training to employees on proper use of all provided protective equipment.
Eachemployeewillalsobetrainedonhowtoproperlyinspecttheprotectionequipmentpriortouse.
Eachemployeewillinspectallpersonalprotectiveequipmentpriortouse.
POWDERACTUATEDTOOLS
Only trained employees will be allowed to operate powderactuated tools. All powderactuated tools
willbetesteddailybeforeuseandalldefectsdiscoveredbeforeorduringusewillbecorrected.Tools
willnotbeloadeduntilimmediatelybeforeuse.Loadedtoolswillnotbeleftunattended.Eyeprotection
isrequiredwhileusingthesetools.
POWERTRANSMISSION,MECHANICAL:
Belts,gears,shafts,pulleys,sprockets,spindles,drums,flywheels,chainsorotherreciprocating,rotating
ormovingpartsofequipment mustbeguardedif suchpartsareexposedtocontactbyemployeesor
otherwiseconstituteahazard.Noequipmentmaybeusedwithoutguidesinplace.
PROTECTIONOFTHEPUBLIC
All company personnel are charged with aiding in the protection of the public including as your job
description dictates installation and maintenance of signs, signals, lights, fences, guardrails, ramps,
temporarysidewalks,barricadesandoverheadprotectionasmaybenecessary.
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RADIATION,IONIZING
PertinentprovisionsoftheAtomicEnergyCommissionsStandardsforProtectionAgainstRadiation(10
CFR Part 20) relating to protection against occupational radiation exposure, will apply. Persons using
radioactivematerialsorxrayswillbespeciallytrainedorlicensedifrequired.
RAILINGS
A standard railing will consist of top rail, intermediate rail, toeboard and posts, and have a vertical
heightofapproximately42inchesfromuppersurfaceoftoprailtofloor,platform,etc.Thetoprailof
therailingwillbesmoothsurfaced,withastrengthtowithstandatleast200pounds.Theintermediate
railwillbeapproximatelyhalfwaybetweentoprailandfloor.
A stair railing will be of a construction similar to a standard railing, but the vertical height will be no
morethan34inchesorlessthan30inchesfromuppersurfaceoftoprailtosurfaceoftreadinlinewith
faceofriseratforwardedgetread.
RESPIRATORYPROTECTIONPROGRAM
(SeeFederalOSHAStandard1926.103and1910.134)
DutyAsEmployer
In emergencies, or when feasible engineering or administrative controls may not be effective in
controlling toxic substances, approved respiratory protection equipment will be used. Respiratory
protective devices will be approved for the hazardous material involved and extend to the nature of
work requirements and conditions. Employees required to use respiratory protective devices shall be
thoroughly trained in their use. Respiratory protective equipment will be inspected regularly and
maintainedingoodcondition.
Selection
In order to determine the proper respiratory devices to be used when performing a specific job task,
samplings shall be taken. Also, contractor will provide additional requirements for proper respiratory
deviceuse.
MedicalEvaluationProcedures
The employer shall identify a physician or other licensed health care professional (PLHCP) to perform
medical evaluations using a medical questionnaire or an initial medical examination that obtains the
sameinformationasthemedicalquestionnaire.
FollowUpMedicalExamination
Theemployershallensurethatafollowupmedicalexaminationisprovidedforanemployeewhogives
apositiveresponsetoanyquestionorwhoseinitialmedicalexaminationdemonstratestheneedfora
followupmedicalexamination.
Employees will not wear respirators unless medically approved. Annual medical evaluations will be
performedonallemployeeswhouserespiratorsbyHeardConstruction,Inc.physician.
The followup medical examination shall include any medical tests, consultations, or diagnostic
proceduresthatthePLHCPdeemsnecessarytomakeafinaldetermination.
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SupplementalInformationforthePhysician
The following information must be provided to the Heard Const. physician before they make a
recommendationconcerninganemployeesabilitytousearespirator.
Thetypeandweightoftherespiratortobeusedbytheemployee
Thedurationandfrequencyofrespiratoruse(includinguseforrescueandescape)
Theexpectedphysicalworkeffort
Additionalprotectiveclothingandequipmenttobeworn
Temperatureandhumidityextremesthatmaybeencountered.
Anysupplementalinformationprovidedpreviouslytothephysicianregardinganemployee,neednotbe
providedforasubsequentmedicalevaluationiftheinformationandthephysicianremainthesame.
MedicalDetermination
In determining the employees ability to use a respirator, the employer shall obtain a written
recommendation regarding the employees ability to use the respirator from the Heard Construction
physician. The recommendation shall provide only the following information: Any limitations on
respiratoruserelatedtothemedicalconditionoftheemployee,orrelatingtotheworkplaceconditions
inwhichtherespiratorwillbeused,includingwhetherornottheemployeeismedicallyabletousethe
respirator.
ProperUsage
Respiratorsareaneffectivemethodofprotectionagainstdesignatedrespirablehazardswhenproperly
selectedandworn.Respiratoruseisencouraged,evenwhenexposuresarebelowtheexposurelimit,to
provide an additional level of comfort and protection for workers. However, if a respirator is used
improperly or not kept clean, the respirator itself can become a hazard to the worker. Sometimes,
workersmaywearrespiratorstoavoidexposurestohazards,eveniftheamountofhazardoussubstance
does not exceed the limits set by OSHA standards. If your employer provides respirators for your
voluntary use, of it you provide your own respirator, you need to take certain precautions to be sure
thattherespiratoritselfdoesnotpresentahazard.
Maintenance,cleaningandcare,andwarningsregardingtherespiratorslimitations:
Chooserespiratorscertifiedforusetoprotectagainstthecontaminantofconcern.NIOSH,the
national Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of the U.S. Department of Health and
HumanServices,certifiesrespirators.Alabelorstatementofcertificationshouldappearonthe
respirator or respirator packaging. It will tell you what the respirator is designed for and how
muchitwillprotectyou.
Do not wear your respirator into atmospheres containing contaminants for which your
respirator is not designed to protect against. For example, a respirator designed to filter dust
particles will not protect you against gases, vapors, or very small solid particles of fumes or
smoke.
Keeptrackofyourrespiratorsothatyoudonotmistakenlyusesomeoneelsesrespirator.
InanyworkplacewhererespiratorsarenecessarytoprotectthehealthofHeardConst.employeesor
whenever respirators are required, Heard Const. will determine proper usage procedures for its
employees.
Heard Const. will provide the necessary training to its employees on the proper usage of the specific
respiratorsusedbyHeardConst.foranyjobtasksrequiringtheirusage.
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Training of Heard Const. employees for the proper usage of respirators shall include putting on and
removingthem,anylimitationsontheiruse,aswellastheirmaintenance.
All employees will be fit tested. Fit testing is required before use of any respirator with a negative or
positivepressuretightfittingfacepiece.Theemployeemustbefittestedwiththesamemake,model,
styleandsizeofrespiratorthatwillbeusedinordertocompleteaspecialjobtask.
The program administrator will perform the specific fit testing on Heard Const. employees. Proper
trainingwillbeusedtoqualifytheadministratortoperformthesetasks.
Cleaning&Inspection
Cleaning and Disinfecting: The employer shall provide each respirator user with a respirator that is,
sanitary and in good working order. The employer shall ensure that respirators are cleaned and
disinfected using the procedures in this section, or procedures recommended by the respirator
manufacturer, provided that such procedures are of equivalent effectiveness. The respirators shall be
cleanedanddisinfectedatthefollowingintervals:
Respiratorsissuedfortheexclusiveuseofanemployeeshallbecleanedanddisinfectedasoften
asnecessarytobemaintainedinasanitarycondition.
Respirators issued to more than one employee shall be cleaned and disinfected before being
wornbydifferentindividuals.
Respiratorsmaintainedforemergencyuseshallbecleanedanddisinfectedaftereachuse.
Respiratorsusedinfittestingandtrainingshallbecleanedanddisinfectedaftereachuse.
Storage
Theemployershallensurethatrespiratorsarestoredasfollows:
All respirators shall be stored to protect them from damage, contamination, dust, sunlight,
extremetemperatures,excessivemoistureanddamagingchemicals,andtheyshallbepacked
orstoredtopreventdeformationofthefacepieceandexhalationvalve.
Inadditiontotheaboverequirements,emergencyrespiratorsshallbe:
1. Keptaccessibletotheworkarea
2. Stored in compartments or in covers that are clearly marked as containing emergency
respirators
3. Storedinaccordancewithanyapplicablemanufacturerinstructions
Inspection
Theemployershallensurethatrespiratorsareinspectedasfollows:
Allrespiratorsusedinroutinesituationsshallbeinspectedbeforeeachuseandduringcleaning.
All respirators maintained for use in emergency situations shall be inspected at least monthly
andinaccordancewiththemanufacturersrecommendations,andshallbecheckedforproper
functionbeforeandaftereachuse,
Emergencyescapeonlyrespiratorsshallbeinspectedbeforebeingcarriedintotheworkplace
foruse.
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Theemployershallensurethatrespiratorinspectionsincludethefollowing:
Acheckofrespiratorfunction,tightnessofconnectionsandtheconditionofthevariousparts
including,butnotlimitedto,thefacepiece,headstraps,valves,connectingtubeandcartridges,
canistersorfilters
Acheckofelastomericpartsforpliabilityandsignsofdeterioration.
A statement that the physician has provided the employee with a copy of their written
recommendation.
Training
Heard Const. provides training by a competent administrator on the proper use of all respirators that
willbeusedbyitsemployees.Employeeswillalsobetrainedonthepropercleaningandinspectionofall
respiratorsused,andDanger/HazardousWorkAreas.
Heard Const. will provide effective training to employees who are required to use respirators. The
training must be comprehensive, understandable, and recur annuallymore often if necessary. This
paragraphalsorequirestheemployertoprovidethebasicinformationonrespiratorstoemployeeswho
wearrespirators.
HeardConst.shallensurethateachemployeecandemonstrateknowledgeofatleastthefollowing:
Whytherespiratorisnecessaryandhowimproperfit,usageormaintenancecancompromise
theprotectiveeffectoftherespirator.
Whatthelimitationsandcapabilitiesoftherespiratorare.
Howtousetherespiratoreffectivelyinemergencysituations,includingsituationsinwhichthe
respiratormalfunctions.
Howtoinspect,putonandremove,useandcheckthesealsoftherespirator.
Whattheproceduresareformaintenanceandstorageoftherespirator.
How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of
respirators.
Thegeneralrequirementsofthissection.
Thetrainingshallbeconductedinamannerthatisunderstandabletotheemployee.Theemployershall
providethetrainingpriortorequiringtheemployeetousearespiratorintheworkplace.Anemployer
whoisabletodemonstratethatanewemployeehasreceivedtrainingwithinthelast12monthsthat
addresses the elements specified in the above paragraph is not required to repeat such training
provided that, as required by above, the employee can demonstrate knowledge of those elements.
Previoustrainingnotrepeatedinitiallybytheemployermustbeprovidednolaterthan12monthsfrom
thedateofprevioustraining.
Retrainingshallbeadministeredannually,andwhenthefollowingsituationsoccur:
Changesintheworkplaceorthetypeofrespiratorrenderprevioustrainingobsolete.
Inadequaciesintheemployeesknowledgeoruseoftherespiratorindicatethattheemployee
hasnotretainedtherequisiteunderstandingorskill.
Anyothersituationarisesinwhichretrainingappearsnecessarytoensuresaferespiratoruse.
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The basic advisory information on respirators, as presented in this section, shall be provided by the
employer in any written or oral formal, to employees who wear respirators when such use is not
requiredbythissectionorbytheemployer.
ROLLOVERPROTECTIVESTRUCTURES(ROPS)
Rollover protective Structures (ROPS) standards apply to the following types of materials handling
equipment: To all rubbertired selfpropelled scrapers, rubbertired frontend loaders, rubber tired
dozers,wheeltypeagriculturalandindustrialtractors,crawlertractors,crawlertypeloaders,andmotor
graders, with or without attachments, that are used in construction work. The requirement does not
applytosideboompipelayingtractors.
SAWS
All portions of band saw blades will be enclosed or guarded, except for working portion of
bladesbetweenbottomofguiderollsandtable.
Portable, powerdriven circular saws will be equipped with guards above and below the base
placeorshoe.
Thelowerguardwillcoverthesawtodepthofteeth,exceptforminimumarcrequiredtoallow
properretractionandcontactwiththework,andwillautomaticallyreturntocoveringposition
bladeisremovedfromthework.
Radialsawswillhaveanupperguard,whichcompletelyenclosesupperhalfofthesawblade.
Thesidesoflowerexposedportionofbladewillbeguardedbyadevicethatwillautomatically
adjust the thickness of and remain in contact with material being cut. Radial saws used for
rippingmusthavenonkickbackfingersordogs.Radialsawswillbeinstalledsothecuttinghead
willreturntostartingpositionwhenreleasedbyoperator.
Allswingorslidingcutoffsawswillbeprovidedwithahoodthatwillcompletelyencloseupper
half of saw. Limit stops will be provided to prevent swing or sliding type cutoff saws from
extendingbeyondfrontorbackedgesofthecable.
Each swing or sliding cutoff saw will be provided with an effective device to return saw
automaticallytobackoftablewhenreleasedatanypointofitstravel.
Invertedslidingcutoffsawswillbeprovidedwithahoodthatwillcoverthepartofthesawthat
protrudesabovetopofthetableormaterialbeingcut.
Circulartablesawswillhaveahoodoverportionofsawabovethetable,somountedthatthe
hood will automatically adjust itself to thickness of and remain in contact with material being
cut.
Circular table saws will have a spreader aligned with the blade, spaced no more than inch
behindlargestblademountedinsaw.Circulartablesawsusedforrippingwillhavenonkickback
fingersordogs.Feedrollsandbladesofselffeedcircularsawswillbeprotectedbyahoodor
guardtopreventhandsofoperatorfromcomingincontactwithinrunningrollsatanytime.
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SCAFFOLDS(GENERAL)
Scaffolds will be capable of supporting 4 times maximum intended load and erected on sound, rigid
footing,capableofcarryingthemaximumintendedloadwithoutsettlingordisplacement.
Guardrails and toeboards will be installed on all open sides and ends of platforms more than 10 feet
above ground or floor, except needle beam scaffolds and floats which require the use of safety belts.
Scaffolds4feetto10feetinheight,withaminimumdimensionineitherdirectionoflessthan45inches,
willhavestandardguardrailsinstalledonallsidesandends.
Therewillbeascreenwithmaximuminchopeningsbetweentoeboardandguardrailwherepersons
arerequiredtoworkorpassunderscaffolds.Plankingwillbescaffoldgradeorequivalentasrecognized
byapprovedgradingrulesforspeciesofwoodused.Overlapscaffoldplankinginminimumof12inches
orsecurefrommovement.Defectivepartswillbeimmediatelyreplacedorrepaired.
SCAFFOLDS(MOBILE)
Platforms will be tightly planked for full width of scaffold except for necessary entrance opening.
Platformswillbesecuredinplace.
Guardrailsmadeoflumber,notlessthan2x4inches(orequivalent)approximately42incheshigh,witha
midrailof1x6inchlumber(orequivalent),andtoeboards,willbeinstalledatallopensidesandendson
scaffolds more than 10 feet above ground or floor. Toeboards will be minimum 4 inches in height.
Wherepersonsarerequiredtoworkorpassunderscaffolds,installwiremeshbetweentoeboardsand
guardrails.
SCAFFOLD(SWINGING)
On suspension scaffolds designed for a working load of 500 pounds, no more than two men will be
permitted to work at one time. On suspension scaffolds with a working load of 750 pounds, no more
thanthreemenmayworkatonetime.Eachemployeewillwearapprovedsafetylifebeltattachedtoa
lifeline.Thelifelinewillbesecurelyattachedtosubstantialnumbersofthestructure(notscaffold),orto
securelyriggedlines,whichwillsafelysuspendemployeeincaseofafall.
SCAFFOLD(TUBULARWELDEDFRAME)
Scaffolds will be properly braced by cross bracing or diagonal braces, or both, for securing vertical
members together laterally. Cross braces will be of such length as will automatically square and align
vertical members or erected scaffold is plumb, square and rigid. All brace connections will be made
secure.
SIGNSBULLETINBOARDREQUIREMENTS
1. EqualEmploymentOpportunity
2. OccupationalSafety&HealthPoster(Federal)
3. ToxicSubstancePoster(State)
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4. EmergencyTelephoneNumbers
5. CraneHandSignals(whencranesareusedonaproject)
6. ReportingofInjurySign
7. MinimumWagePoster
8. FederalFundsPoster(Federal)
9. HazardCommunication
10. WorkersCompensationPoster
Fortheprotectionofallemployees,warningsignssuchasNOSMOKING,KEEPOUT,EYEPROTECTION
REQUIRED,OUTOFORDERDONOTUSE,andAUTHORIZEDPERSONNEL,willbeposted.Allemployees
willobeythesedirectionsandaidinmaintainingthesigns.
SECURITYANDVANDALISM
There is no perfect program because all jobsites are different and have different requirements. The
layout and security planning that goes into a jobsite is often the difference between no losses and
expensivethefts.Ajobsitewithoutguards,fencing,adequatelighting,orcontrolledexitsmakesaneasy
targetforeventhemostinexperiencedthief.
Before breaking ground or before you move into site, you should meet with the local police, state
highwaypatrolorcountysheriffandthelocalfiredepartment.Givethemdetailsofyourproject,typeof
construction, work schedules, starting times and dates of completion. Give them names of key
personnel, telephone numbers, and where to reach them during nonworking hours. Keep the
authoritiesinformedatalltimes,andhavethemdoacrimepreventionsurveyofyoursite,andinclude
theminallprejobsecurityplanning.
Fencing
Security fencing protects employees, the company and the general public. All fencing must be
maintainedbyallemployeestotheextentoftheirjobdescription.Reportdefectsbeyondyourabilityto
repairtoyoursupervisor.
STAIRS
Flightsofstairshavingfourormoreriserswillbeequippedwithstandardstairrailingsorhandrailsas
specifiedbelow.Onstairwayslessthan44incheswidehavingonesideopen,atleastonestairrailingon
theopenside.Onstairwayslessthan44incheswidehavingbothsidesopenonestairrailingoneach
side. On stairways more than 44 inches wide but less than 88 inches wide, one handrail on each
enclosedsideandonestairrailingoneachopenside.
Onallstructures20feetoroverinheight,stairways,ladders,orrampswillbeprovided.Riseheightand
treadwidthwillbeuniformthroughoutanyflightofstairs.Jobsitetrailerstairsmusthaveguardrails.
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STORAGE
Allmaterialsstoredintierswillbesecuredtopreventsliding,fallingorcollapse.Aislesandpassageways
will be kept clear and in good repair. Stored materials will not obstruct exits. Materials will be sorted
withdueregardtofirecharacteristics.
TIRECAGES
Asafetytirerack,cage,orequivalentprotectionwillbeprovidedandusedwheninflating,mounting,or
dismountingtiresinstalledonsplitrims,orrimsequippedwithlockingringsorsimilardevices.
TOILETS
Toilets will be provided according to the following: 20 or fewer persons one facility; 20 or more
personsonetoiletseatandoneurinalper40persons;200ormorepersonsonetoiletseatandone
urinalper50workers.(EEOrequireswomenseparatefacilities).
WALLOPENINGSANDELEVATORSHAFTOPENINGS
Wallopenings,fromwhichthereisadropofmorethan4feet,andthebottomofopeningislessthan3
feetaboveworkingsurface,willbeguarded.Whentheheightandplacementoftheopeninginrelation
totheworkingsurfaceissuchthatastandardrailorintermediaterailwilleffectivelyreducethedanger
offalling,oneorbothwillbeprovided.Thebottomofawallopening,whichislessthan4inchesabove
theworkingsurface,willbprotectedbyastandardtoeboardoranenclosingscreen.
WELDING,CUTTINGANDHEATING
Proper precautions (isolating welding and cutting, removing fire hazards from the vicinity, providing a
fire watch, etc.) for fire prevention will be taken in areas where welding or other hot work is being
done. No welding, cutting or heating will be done where the application of flammable paints, or
presence of other flammable compounds, or heavy dust concentrations creates a fire hazard. Equip
torcheswithantiflashbackdevices.Onlyqualifiedpeopleshouldbeusedforwelding,cutting&heating.
Arcweldingandcuttingoperationswillbeshieldedbynoncombustibleorflameproofshieldstoprotect
employeesfromdirectarcrays.
When electrode holders are left unattended, electrodes will be removed and holder will be placed or
protectedsotheycannotmakeelectricalcontact.Allarchweldingandcuttingcableswillbecompletely
insulated.Therewillbenorepairorspliceswithin10feetofelectrodeholder,exceptwheresplicesare
insulatedequaltotheinsulationofthecable.Defectivecablewillberepairedorreplaced.
Fuel gas and oxygen hose must be easily distinguishable and not interchangeable. Inspect hoses at
beginningofeachshiftandrepairorreplaceifdefective.Torch&hoseshallberemovedfromconfined
spaceswhennotinuse.
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Generalmechanicalorlocalexhaustventilationorairlinerespiratorswillbeprovidedasrequired,when
welding,cuttingorheatinghazardousmaterialsorinconfinedspaces.Alwayswearapprovedtintedeye
protectionwhenweldingorinareaswhereweldingisbeingdone.
WIREROPES,CHAINS,ROPES,ETC.
Wireropes,chains,ropesandotherriggingequipmentwillbeinspectedpriortouseandasnecessary
duringusetoassuretheirsafety.Removedefectiveriggingequipmentfromserviceimmediately.Jobor
shophooksandlings,ormakeshiftfasteners,formedfrombolts,rods,etc.,orothersuchattachments,
willnotbeused.WhenUboltsareusedforeyesplices,theUboltwillbeappliedsotheUsectionisin
contactwithdeadendofrope.
WOODWORKINGMACHINERY
Allfixedpowerdrivenwoodworkingtoolswillbeprovidedwithadisconnectswitchthatcanbeeither
lockedortaggedinoffposition.
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III. General Rules and Topics for Safety Briefings

Section1Housekeeping&GeneralSafetyRequirements
1. Are areas such as aisles, walking surfaces, stairs, doorways, fire extinguishers, safety showers,
eyewashers,etc.,keptclearatalltimes?
2. Isa"cleanasyougo"policyineffect?
3. isalldebrisdisposedofdaily,piledorstackedmaterialplacedinstablestacks?
4. Tailgate/toolboxsafetymeetingsheldatleastweekly?
5. MSDSavailable/providedforallhazardoussubstances?
6. MSDSavailabletoemployeesintheirworkareas?
7. All containers are labeled, tagged or marked with the identity, hazard warning, name and
addressofthemanufacturer?
Section2FirePrevention
1. Areallflammable/combustiblematerialsstoredinappropriatefacilities?
2. Arefireextinguishersprovidedasappropriate?
a. Dofireextinguishershavecurrent(1year)service/inspectiontags?
3. Arewelding/burnpermitsobtainedandprominentlydisplayed?
Section3Welding,Cutting&Brazing
1. Isacuttingorweldingpermitissuedbeforeoperationsbegin?
2. Areweldingcablesplacedclearofpassageways,laddersorstairs?
3. Arewelders&helpersprovidedwiththeproperPPE?
4. Are screens or shields erected for arc welding operations to protect persons adjacent to the
welding?
5. Isacertifiedfirewatchpresentduringallburnoperations?
6. Doesthefirewatchremainatstationfor30minutesafterthecompletionofthetask?
7. Areflameproofbarriers/blanketsusedtoshieldadjoiningareasduringwelding?
Section4Lockout/TagoutEnergyControl
1. Areemployeesutilizingproceduresforaffixingappropriatelockoutdevicesortagoutdevicesto
energy isolating devices, and to otherwise disable machines or equipment to prevent
unexpected energizing, start up or release of stored energy in order to prevent injury of
employees?
2. Areemployeesobtaininglockout/tagoutdevicesfromprojectfieldengineer?
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Section5PersonalProtectiveEquipment
1. Eye protection must be worn when engaging in any operation which creates a possible eye
hazard,suchasdrilling,sawing,chipping,grinding,injuriouschemicals,orharmfullightrays.
2. Face shields and chemical splash goggles are required when engaging in operations such as
transferringcaustics,acids,orhandlingcryogenics.
3. Safety harnesses and shock absorbing lanyards (fall protection) shall be worn and used at
elevatedlocationswhennotprotectedbyguardrails.Fallprotectionshallbewornbyworkersin
elevatedaerialdevices(vehiclemountedorselfpropelleddevicewhichistelescopingextensible
orarticulatingorboth)atanyheight.
4. Hazardhatsshallbewornbyallemployeesandvisitorsexposedtofallingobjects.
5. Respiratoryandhearingprotectionshallbeusedasrequired.
6. Footprotectionisrequiredforworkerswhoareexposedtofootinjury.
7. Handprotectionisrequiredforworkersexposedtocuts,burns,orharmfulphysicalorchemical
agents.
8. Clothingappropriatefortheworkmustbewornbyworkers.
Section6Excavation&Trenches
1. Wallsofexcavationandtrenchesmorethan5ft.deepshallbeguardedbyshoring,sloping,or
otherequivalentmeans.
2. Avalidexcavationpermitwasprovided/orisavailablefromthefieldengineer/projectmanager.
3. Trenchguardingshallconsistofwoodenormetalbarricadesspacednofurtherthan20ft.apart,
andatleast36incheshigh.Spacesbetweenbarricadesshallbeguardedby2inchwideplastic
tape.
4. Batterylightedbarricadesshallbeusedatcornersandwheretrafficapproachesthetrenchat
rightangles,orwheretrenchesareparalleltoroadways.
5. A stairway, ladder ramp, or other safe means of egress shall be located in trench excavations
that are 4 ft. or more in depth so as to require no more than 25 foot of lateral travel for
employees.
6. Spoils,materials,andequipmentshallbelocatedatleast2ft.fromtheedgeoftheexcavation.
Section7PersonalAerialLiftDevices
1. Areoperationsandinstructionmanualavailablewheretheelevatedplatformisinuse?
Platformsmusthaveguardrails.Employeesshallwearbodyharnessessecuredtotheboomorapproved
tieoffpointbyashockabsorbinglanyard.
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Section8CompressedGasCylinders
1. Allvalveprotectioncapsshallbeinplaceduringtransportorstorage.
2. Cylindervalvesareclosedwhenworkisfinished.
3. Cylindersaresecured(chained)inanuprightposition.
4. Cylindersshallnotbeplacedwheretheycancomeintocontactwithanelectricalcircuit.
5. Verifyallliftingslingshavecurrenttags.
6. Whileinstorage,oxygencylindersshallbeseparatedfromfuelgascylindersby20ft.orafire
wall(5ft)
7. Eachcylindershallbepermanentlymarkedtoidentifythetypeofgasitcontains.
Section9Cranes
1. Is employee complying with the manufacturers specifications & limitations applicable to the
operation?
2. Areinstructions&warningsvisibletotheoperatorwhilehe/sheisatthecontrolstation?
3. ArehandsignalstocraneoperatorthoseprescribedbytheapplicableANSIstandard?
4. Verifyacompetentpersonhasinspectedcranemachinery&equipmentpriortoeachuse.
5. Ridingonloads,hooks,slings,hoist,orcraneisprohibited.
6. Noworkorpersonnelareallowedundersuspendedloads.
Section10Ladders
1. Theuseofbrokenorfaultyladderisprohibited.
2. Laddersmustnotbeplacedadjacenttoadoorunlessislockedorguarded,orplacedwherethey
canbeaccidentallystruckordisplaced.
3. Portable metal ladders must not be used for electrical work, nor in the immediate vicinity of
electricalconductors.
4. Laddersshallbesecuredagainstslippageordisplacement.
5. Extensionladdersshallbeextendedatleast3ft.abovethelanding,andbetiedoff.
6. Stepladdersmustnotexceed20ft.inlength.
7. Workersarenottostandonthetop2stepsofthestepladders.
8. Planksshallnotbeplacedontopofstepladders.
Section11Scaffolds
1. Scaffoldplatformplanksshallnotbeplacedonguardrails.
2. Metal scaffolds shall be securely tied to the building or structure. Note: As an alternative,
scaffoldsmaybeguyedoroutriggersshallbeusedtopreventtippingorupsetting.
3. Scaffoldplatformplanksshalloverlaptheledgersateachendbyatleast6inches.
4. Anaccessladderorequivalentsafeaccesstoscaffoldsisrequired.
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Section12ElectricalSafety
1. AllportablecordandplugconnectedequipmentshallbeprotectedbyanapprovedGFCI.
2. Flexible cords shall be connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief is provided which
willpreventpullfrombeingdirectlytransmittedtojointsorterminalscrews.
3. Metalpartsofequipmentwhichdonotcarryacurrentshallbegrounded.
4. Extensioncordsshallbeofthe3wiretype,andshallbedesignedforhardorextrahardusage.
Theyshallbeprotectedfromdamage,shallnotbeusedifwornorfrayed.Neverextendacord
acrossanaislewayorwalkway.
5. Exposedlightbulbsshallbeguarded.Temporarylightsshallnotbesuspendedbytheirelectric
cords,unlessdesignedforthisuse.
6. Receptaclesshallbeoftheapproved,concealedcontacttype.
7. Usecaretoensurethatweldingcurrentpathsarekeptawayfromelectricalconduits.
Section13PowerTools&Equipment
1. Poweractuatedtoolsareonlyusedbyqualifiedandtrainedpersonnel,carryingvalidoperators
cardissuedbythetoolmanufacturerandcardshallbeavailableforinspection.
2. ToolsmustbeANSIA10.31977
3. Toolsmustnotbeleftunattended.
4. Toolsarenottobeusedinexplosiveorflammableatmospheres.
5. Areemployerandemployeeprovidedtoolsinspectedforsafeoperation?
6. Isallequipmentguardedasrequired?
Section14FloorandRoofOpenings
1. All openings measuring 12 inches or more shall be guarded by substantial barriers, railings,
toeboards,and/orcoverings.
2. Theareaunderanyoverheadworkshallbebarricadedtopreventpersonnelaccess.
3. Everyopensidedfloororplatform6ft.ormoreshallbebarricadedtopreventpersonnelaccess.
4. The railing shall be provided with a standard toeboard wherever, beneath the open sides,
persons can pass, or there is moving machinery, or there is equipment with which falling
materialscouldcreatehazard.
5. Coversoffloororroofopeningsmustbearasignstating:'OpeningDoNotRemove'.
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IV. Hazardous Communication Program

This program has been prepared to comply with the requirements of the Federal OSHA Standards
1926.56(Construction)&1910.1200(GeneralIndustry)andtoensurethatinformationnecessaryforthe
safe use, handling and storage of hazardous chemicals is provided to and made available to all
employees.
A.CHEMICALINVENTORY
HeardConstructionmaintainsaninventoryofallknownchemicalsinuseontheworksite.Achemical
inventoryisavailablefromtheForeman/Supervisoratthejobsite.Hazardouschemicalsbroughtonto
theworksitebyHeardConstructionwillbeincludedonthehazardouschemicalsinventorylist.
B.CONTAINERLABELING
Allchemicalsonsitewillbestoredintheiroriginalorapprovedcontainerswithaproperlabelattached,
except small quantities for immediate use. Any container not properly labeled should be given to the
Foreman/Supervisorforlabelingorproperdisposal.
Workers may dispense chemicals from the original containers only in small quantities intended for
immediateuse.Anychemicalleftafterworkiscompleted,mustbereturnedtotheoriginalcontaineror
theForeman/Supervisorforproperhandling.
Nounmarkedcontainersofanysizearetobeleftintheworkareaunattended.
HeardConstructionwillrelyonmanufacturerlabelswheneverpossible,andwillensurethattheselabels
aremaintained.Containersthatarenotlabeledoronwhichthemanufacturerslabelhasbeenremoved
willberelabeled.
Heard Construction will ensure that each container is labeled with the identity of the hazardous
chemicalcontainedandanyappropriatehazardwarning.
C.MATERIALSAFETYDATASHEETS(MSDS)
Employees working with a hazardous chemical may request a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS).RequestforMSDSsshouldbemadetotheForeman/Supervisor.
MSDSshouldbeavailableonsitetoprovideimmediatereferencetochemicalsafetyinformation.
D.EMPLOYEETRAINING
Employeeswillbetrainedtoworksafelywithhazardouschemicals.Employeetrainingwillinclude:
Methodsthatmaybeusedtodetectareleaseofahazardouschemicalintheworkplace.
Physicalandhealthhazardsassociatedwithchemicals.
Protectivemeasurestobetaken.
Safeworkpractices,emergencyresponsesanduseorpersonalprotectiveequipment.
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InformationontheHazardCommunicationStandardincluding:
Labelingandwarningsystems.
AnexplanationofMaterialSafetyDataSheets.
E.PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT(PPE)
Required PPE is available from the Foreman / Supervisor. Any employee found in violation of PPE
requirementsmaybesubjecttodisciplinaryactionuptoandincludingdischarge.
F.EMERGENCYRESPONSES
Any incident of over exposure or spill of a hazardous chemical / substance must be reported to the
Foreman/Supervisoratonce.
TheForeman/Supervisorwillberesponsibleforensuringthatproperemergencyresponseactionsare
takeninleak/spillsituations.
G.HAZARDOFNONROUTINETASKS
Supervisors will inform employees of any special tasks that may arise which would involve possible
exposuretohazardouschemicals.
Review of safe work procedures and required PPE will be conducted prior to the start of such tasks.
Wherenecessary,areaswillbepostedtoindicatethenatureofthehazardinvolve.
H.INFORMINGOTHEREMPLOYEES
Other onsite employers are required to adhere to the provisions of the Hazard Communications
Standard.
Information on hazardous chemicals known to be present will be made available to other employers.
Employerswillberesponsibleforprovidingnecessaryinformationtotheiremployees.
Other on site employees will have access to a copy of Heard Construction Hazardous Communication
Program.
I.POSTING
Heard Construction has made available information for employees at this job site on the Hazard
CommunicationStandard.ThisinformationcanbefoundwiththeSupervisor.
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V. Lockout/Tagout Plan
LOCKOUTANDTAGOUTPROCEDURES:
LOCKOUTisasetofprocedurestoensurethatallmachineryandequipmentareisolatedfromallenergy
sourceswhenhousekeepingormaintenanceisperformed.
GeneralRequirements
All Heard Construction personnel performing work on electrical equipment have been trained and
qualifiedtoworkonenergized/exposedparts.
AllHeardConstructionpersonnelwillbetrainedatpointofhireandyearlyafterthatdateasperOSHA
1926.417.Documentationoftraining,ifrequiredcanbeprovided.
PerformingLockout
Notifyeveryoneintheaffectedareathattheequipmentwillbelockedout.
Turnofftheequipment:Allequipmentandcircuitsmustbedeenergized,inoperativeandhave
tagsattachedatallpointswheresuchequipmentorcircuitscanbeenergized.
Apply the locks: One (1) lock each shall be applied for all electrical personnel involved in the
project.Ifthesystemusesanystoredenergy(pneumatic,hydraulic,gravity,etc.),itmustalsobe
isolated/dissipated.Capacitorsshallbedischarged.
VerifytheLOCKOUTbyoneofthefollowing:
o
Checkthatthedisconnectbeinglockedoutisattachedtothemotoroftheequipment
onwhichtobeworked.
Checkformatchinglabelsondisconnectandconveyordrive.
Pressthestartbuttontoattemptrestart.
LOCKOUT the entire conveyor system using the conveyor system main disconnect(s). Verify
lockout by observing that the disconnect is labeled Conveyor System Main Disconnect or
similarwording,andwithavisualinspectionverifyalltools,electricaljumpers,shorts,grounds
and other such devices have been removed so that circuits and equipment can be safely
energized.
RestoringEquipmenttoService
Allpersonnelshallbewarnedtostayclearwhenreenergizing.
Check the equipment to ensure all parts have been secured. Tools and equipment must be
safelyremovedandstored.
Checktheworkareatoensureeveryoneissafelypositionedandclearoftheequipment.
Removelock(s)ONLYtheauthorizedemployeewhoappliedthelock(s)mayremoveit.
PutthedisconnectintheONposition.(Restoremachineryorequipmentspowersource)
Restartthemachineryorequipment,ifnecessary.
Notifyeveryonethatservicingiscomplete.
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VI. Disciplinary Policy

ItisthepolicyofHeardConstruction,Inc.thateachemployeebegiventhefollowingdisciplinaryaction
ifanySafetyRule/Regulationisbrokenordisregarded.Recordsofany/allDisciplinaryPolicyactions
willremainintheemployeescompanyrecord.
1stOffense:VerbalWarning
2ndOffense:WrittenWarning
3rdOffense:Maybecausefordismissal
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Appendix 1. Environmental Plan

UnitedSpaceAlliance
Heard Construction, Inc. will follow the guidelines of KNPR8500.1, and all other applicable
environmentalguidelines,rulesandregulationstoensurecomplianceduringourKennedySpaceCenter
UnitedSpaceAlliance(USA)contracts.
The personnel and management of Heard Construction, Inc., to include our subcontractors and their
personnel,willsolicittheassistanceandguidanceofUSApersonnelasnecessaryduringthesecontracts.
We will, to the best of our ability, read, understand and follow the recommendations and instruction
provided.
HeardConstruction,Inc.,willACTIVELYpracticewasteminimizationandpollutionpreventionmethods.
Wheneverpossible,wewillsubstituteapproved,nonhazardousproductsforhazardouscommoditiesto
reduceoreliminatethegenerationofhazardouswastes,andrecyclingwillbepracticedbyallpersonnel.
All project safety or environmental paperwork including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), Toxic
Release Inventory (TRI) forms, hazardous waste manifest copies, spent abrasive blast media disposal
certificationforms,employeetrainingdocumentation,etc.willbereturnedorprovided(asrequested)in
atimelyandprofessionalmannerbyHeardConstruction,Inc.
Heard Construction, Inc. management and employees shall plan and perform all projects in an
environmentally friendly manner, in support of USA and NASA environmental policies and guidelines.
WeshareNASAandUSA'scommitmenttopreservingourenvironmentforfuturegenerations.
KeyEnvironmentalManagementPersonnel
Name/Phone
WilliamNichols
3214525494x213
Function/Responsibility
Overseesandimplementsallenvironmentalguidelinesandpolicies
Sees to it that all employees are trained properly. Assures that all
environmental policies are followed on the jobsite and all
employeesaretrainedandpreparedforemergencies.
EmergencyNumbers:
HeardConstructionOffice:
3214525494
WilliamNicholsMobile:
3212880426
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KeyEnvironmentalWasteManagementPersonnel
Name/Phone:
HazardousWasteManagementTitle:
Responsibilities:
WilliamNichols,3214525494x213
HazardousWasteManagementOfficer
DevelopsandmaintainswrittenHazardousWaste
ManagementProgram.
DevelopsandmaintainswrittenHazardousWaste
TrainingProgramandtrainingtopics.
MaintainsallHazardousWasteTraining
documentation/records.Maintainshazardous
wasterecordsforHeardConstructionsfacility.
DocumentandcloseoutofKSC/CCAFShazardous
wasterecords(USA/TRI,BoeingChemlog,SGS
HazardousWasteQuestionnaire).
CompletedAssociatesofBayAreaGovernmentsRCRA
HazardousWasteGeneratorProgramCourse#1391
9/1/2006
Training:
Name/Phone:
HazardousWasteManagementTitle:
Responsibilities:
Training:
WilliamNichols,3214525494x213
HazardousWasteManagementProgramSupervisor
ConductsinitialandyearlyHazardousWaste
Managementtraining.Reviews/assurestraining
documentation.
MaintainsHazardousWasteManagementfield
records.
CompletedAssociatesofBayAreaGovernmentsRCRA
HazardousWasteGeneratorProgramCourse#1391
9/1/2006
HazardousWasteManagementPersonnelEducation/Qualification
Requirements
HeardConstructionHazardousWasteManagementOfficer:
a) Will be a Corporate Officer, Vice President or member or Senior Management with Heard
Construction.
b) WillhavecompletedaRCRAcertifiedtrainingprograminHazardousWasteTraining.
c) Will have attended, at a minimum (5) of USAs Environmental Awareness Training Classes
Course#QS207LSC.
d) Willhavedemonstratedacompleteabilitytoimplementandmanagevarioustrainingprograms.
e) Willhave,ataminimum (5)yearsofconstructionprojectmanagementinvolvingUSAprojects
andknowledgeofUSAsEnvironmentalproceduresinvolvingconstructionprojects.
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HeardConstructionHazardousWasteManagementProgramSupervisor:
a) WillbeaSeniorProjectManagerwithHeardConstruction.
b) WillhavecompletedaRCRAcertifiedtrainingprograminHazardousWasteTraining.
c) Will have attended, at a minimum (3) of USAs Environmental Awareness Training Classes
Course#QS207LSC.
d) Willhavedemonstratedacompleteabilitytoinstructandmaintainrecordsforvarioustraining
programs.
e) Willhave,ataminimum(3)yearsofonsiteconstructionprojectmanagementinvolvingUSA
projectsandknowledgeofUSAsEnvironmentalproceduresinvolvingconstructionprojects.
HazardousWasteManagementTraining
Heard Construction, Inc. will provide the necessary hazardous waste management training for all our
personnel.
Employeetrainingwillincludethefollowingobjectives:
1. Definehazardouswaste.
2. Understand the background and need for hazardous waste regulations as per the Resource
ConservationandRecoveryAct(RCRA).
3. Definegenerationofhazardouswaste.
4. UnderstandRCRAwasteclassifications.
5. Definethetermsgeneratorandcogenerator.
6. Listthe(3)classesofgeneratorsandknowwhatepisodicgeneratormeans.
7. Understand how waste accumulation works including waste accumulation sites and satellite
accumulationsites.
8. Identifysafetyconsiderationswhenaccumulatinghazardouswaste.
9. Understandthebasictoxicologyandterminologyrelatingtohazardouswaste.
10. Understand the importance of proper record keeping and reporting requirements for
generators.
11. RecognizeaUniformHazardousWasteManifestandwhatinformationisrequired.
12. BeabletoaccuratelyfilloutaUniformHazardousWasteManifest.
13. Discussnewregulationsregardinguniversalhazardouswaste.
14. Understandtheneedforpropertrainingandemergencyresponse.
15. Understand the difference between federal hazardous waste regulations and state hazardous
wasteagencyregulations.
16. KnowthestatehazardouswasteagencyforFlorida.
17. Meettherequirementsof40CFR262.34forcertificationasahazardouswastehandler.
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AllemployeeswillreceiveinitialtrainingontheabovesubjectsatthepointofemploymentwithHeard
Construction, Inc. and twice yearly. Training will be conducted at Heard Constructions home office in
JanuaryandJulyofeachyear.Alltrainingwillbedocumentedandmaintained.
HazardousWasteFacilityManagement
In general Heard Constructions facility located at 95 East HallRoad, Merritt Island, FL is considered a
ConditionallyExemptSmallQuantityGenerator(CESQG).
FacilityEmergencyGuidelinesHeardConstructionsownedandoperatedfacility
1. Nomonitoringequipmentrequiredormaintained.
2. Noautomaticwastefeedcutoffsystemsrequiredormaintained.
3. Nocommunicationoralarmsystemrequiredormaintained.
4. Inresponsetofireorexplosions,allemployeesareinstructedtocontactemergencypersonnel
via911phonecalls.
5. In response to groundwater contamination all employees are instructed to contact either or
William Nichols. These individuals will access the situation and take the proper actions as per
EPAguidelines.
6. Currently Heard Construction does not operate any waste handling equipment which would
requireshutdownprocedures.
FacilityEmergencyGuidelinesKSC,CCAFS,USAFacilities
1. HeardConstructionsProjectManagerandProjectSafetyManagerwillreviewindividualfacility
monitoringsystemsasprojectsareawarded.HeardConstructionwilladdthisrequirementinall
Planning and Verification Sheets (P&Vs). Facility monitoring systems will be reviewed with
USA/CTMsandthedateofsuchreviewsannotatedintheP&VSheets.
2. FacilityCommunicationandAlarmsystemreviewrequirementswillbeaddedtotheP&VSheets
asstatedabove.
3. Heard Constructions Project Manager and Project Safety Manager will, in the case of fires or
explosionstakethefollowingactions:Contact911fromabasephone,contact911fromacell
phone by dialing 867.7911, contact Safety at 867.0567, contact the appropriate CTM, and
contacttheappropriateSCA.
4. Heard Constructions Project Manager and Project Safety Manager will, in the case of
Groundwater contamination take the following actions: Address selfsafety, isolate the area,
contactandreportasstatedabove.
5. Facility shutdown operation requirements will be reviewed and added to the P&V Sheets as
statedabove.
HazardousWaste/HAZCOMTrainingDocumentation
Hazardous waste training records for Heard Construction, Inc. are located at 95 E. Hall Road, Merritt
Island, Florida 32953. Heard Construction, Inc. will make those records available on request to
authorizedpersonnel.
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Key personnel for specific USA subcontracts will attend, or have attended the necessary classes as
required to remain in compliance with 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Heard Construction, Inc.
personnelmayalsoattendalltrainingclassesofferedbyUSAforsupplementalinformation.
Heard Construction, Inc. recognizes training as an essential part of employee development and
advancement,andisdeterminedtoprovidethenecessarytrainingforourpersonnelandmanagement.
Employeeswillbetrainedtoworksafelywithhazardouschemicals.
Employeetrainingwillinclude:
1. Methodsthatmaybeusedtodetectareleaseofhazardouschemicalsintheworkplace.
2. Physicalandhealthhazardsassociatedwithchemicals.
3. Protectivemeasurestobetaken.
4. Safeworkpractices,emergencyresponsesanduseofpersonalprotectiveequipment.
5. InformationontheHazardCommunicationStandardincluding:
a. LabelingandWarningSystems.
b. AnexplanationofMaterialSafetyDataSheets.
DocumentedHazComTrainingMeetingTopics
1. ChemicalSpills
2. DeterminationOfHealthHazards.
3. HazardCommunication.
4. Lead/AsbestosAwareness.
5. MSDS/Labeling.
6. StorageOfHazardousChemicals.
The following pages summarize the methods and procedures by which Heard Construction, Inc. will
satisfytheprovisionsofKHB8800.6,KHB8800.7,andtheBasicAgreement(BA)asaUSASubcontractor.
WasteMinimizationandPollutionPrevention(P2)
Heard Construction, Inc. will incorporate waste minimization and pollution prevention (P2)
considerations and actions into all USA projects. Methods of eliminating waste sources or reducing
wasteproductionshallbeevaluated.Productorprocesschangesthatcouldeliminatetheproductionof
hazardous wastes shall be explored. Work crews shall be actively involved with USA personnel to
identifytheuseofmaterials,processes,orpracticesthatreduceoreliminatethecreationofpollutants
orwasteatthesource.
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DesignfortheEnvironment(DFE)
Design for the environment (DFE) is a systematic method of integrating environmental, safety and
health objectives into the design and planning processes, while considering potential impacts
throughoutthelifecycleoftheproductstobeused.Thepotentialforreuseandrecyclingofmaterialsis
maximized with the entire product lifecycle in mind, while maintaining price, quality, safety and
performancestandards.
HeardConstruction,Inc.willevaluateandinclude(DFE)considerations,wheneverpossible,duringUSA
projects,andseekassistancefromUSAenvironmentalmanagementpersonnelandwebsources.
AffirmativeProcurement(AP)
On 9/14/1998, Executive Order 13101, was signed into law. Known as Greening the Government
ThroughWastePrevention,RecyclingandFederalAcquisition,thisorderisdesignedtofurtherexpand
and strengthen the Federal governments commitment to recycle and buying recycled content and
environmentallypreferableproducts,(includingbiobasedproducts).
The Comprehensive Procurement Guideline (CPG) requires federal agencies and government
contractorstobuyitemsmadefromrecoveredmaterials,andispartoftheEPAscontinuingeffortto
promote the use of materials recovered from solid waste. (Reference FAR Subpart 23.4) The CPG
requiresfederalagenciesandgovernmentcontractorstobuyitemsmadefromrecoveredmaterials,as
designedbytheEPA.Approximately40itemsin8productcategories(includingconstructionproducts)
havebeendesignatedforuse,unlesstheitemsarenotavailablewithinareasonabletimeperiod,failto
meet performance standards of specifications, are not available at a reasonable price, or are not
availablefromasufficientnumberofsourcestomaintainasatisfactorylevelofcompetition.
Examples of construction products that Heard Construction, Inc. will evaluate for use in USA projects
are:Buildinginsulation,carpetcushions,floortiles/patioblocks,laminatedpaperboard,railroadgrade
crossing surfaces, cement/concrete containing fly ash, cement containing Ground Granulated Blast
Furnace Slag (GGBF), latex paint, polyester fiber carpet, shower/restroom dividers and structural
fiberboard.
Heard Construction, Inc. will evaluate and include AP considerations, whenever possible, during USA
projects,andseekassistancefromUSAenvironmentalmanagementpersonnelandwebresources.
PollutionControlandHazardousMaterialsSpills
HeardConstruction,Inc.allemployeesandsubcontractorsshallhaveappropriatespillkits/absorbents
availableatallKSCworksites,andshallreportallspillstotheUSAprojectCTMimmediately.Allfederal,
state,interstateandlocalpollutioncontrolregulationsapplyattheKennedySpaceCenter.Heard
Construction, Inc. shall comply with all applicable pollution control regulations regarding construction
operations and with KHB 1040.1E, Annex K "Hazardous Material Spill Response". Heard Construction,
Inc. shall immediately report (by phone or in person) any pollution incident or waste spill to USA site
Safety, the CONTRACT TECHNICAL MANAGER (CTM), and Environmental Management. A confirming
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writtenreport,whichusesinformationprovidedbyHeardConstruction,Inc.willbesubmittedbyUSA
usingKSCForm29864"EnvironmentalReleaseDocumentation"within24hoursoftheincident.
Environmental Management will determine if a KSC Form 21555 "KSC Pollution Incident Report" is
necessary, and will complete and submit any further paperwork required. If needed, Heard
Construction, Inc. will supply additional information about the incident. Employees involved in the
incident shall be counseled, as necessary, to ensure that they are aware of and follow procedures to
preventareoccurrenceoftheevent.HeardConstruction,Inc.maysolicitandreceiveadditionaltraining
and/orinstructionfromUSApersonnel.
TurbidityandErosionControl
HeardConstruction,Inc.shallpreventthedischargeofsedimentintodrainageditches,canals,streams,
rivers or lakes due to construction operations. Approved erosion control devices shall be installed to
prevent the discharge of sediment into any dry or wet watercourse. Erosion control shall consist of
anchoredhaybales,mulchandnetting,filterclothbarriersorothererosioncontrolmethodsapproved
by Environmental Management. Stockpiled fill material shall not be stored in a manner which allows
runoffintoanywatercourse.BestmanagementpracticesforerosioncontrolareavailablefromtheCTM
orEnvironmentalManagement.
HeardConstruction,Inc.shallnotbeginworkinanywatercoursewithoutanapprovedregulatorypermit
obtained from Environmental Management. Heard Construction, Inc. shall comply with the turbidity
controlrequirementsoftheregulatorypermit,whichataminimum,willincludeturbiditycurtains.
HeardConstruction,Inc.shallpreventincreasesinturbidityinexcessofwaterqualitystandardsforthe
receiving water class, unless increases in turbidity are specifically allowed by the regulatory permit.
Should the activities of Heard Construction, Inc., cause an increase of turbidity above the allowed
standard,HeardConstruction,Inc.shallceaseallcontributoryconstructionactivityandinstalladditional
turbiditycontrolmeasures.Allnecessarysoilerosionand/orturbiditybarriersshallbeinstalledpriorto
workefforts,andactivelymaintainedduringKSCprojects.
ConstructionDewatering
Projectspecificguidelines,viathescopeandconditions,and/orprovidedbyUSAenvironmentalaspart
of the environmental handouts during prebid and other project meetings, will outline all required
dewateringinstructions.
Depending on the project and location, this may include dewatering of effluents to grade for natural
percolation back into the surrounding soils, or may involve the use of equipment and/or tanks to be
supplied by others, for the containerization and/or processing of contaminated groundwater at some
locations.Otherprojectsmayrequiretheuseofaspecialconsumptiveuse(dewatering)permit,which
willalsobeprovided(and/oroutline)byUSAenvironmentalduringthebiddingprocess.
Heard Construction, Inc. shall review, use and follow USA environmental guidance and NASA Best
ManagementPracticesforalldewateringactions,andshalluseandsubmitasinstructed,theUSADaily
DewateringLogsforalldewateringactions.
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ManagementofKSCBorrowAreas
HeardConstruction,Inc.,withwrittenauthorization,mayusetheKennedySpaceCenterborrowareato
obtainfillforUSAcontracts.Theborrowareashallbemanagedinaccordancewiththeclausesentitled
"TurbidityandErosionControl","ConstructionDewatering","WasteManagementandDisposal",andas
follows:
Any KSC borrow pit areas to be used will be authorized by NASA prior to use. Provisions
governingtheuseandmaintenanceoftheareawillbeoutlinedinadvance,toensureproblem
freeoperations.
ExcavationandSoilDisturbance
Excavation and/or soil disturbance (trenching, raking, hand digging, directional boring, the driving of
anchorsorgroundrods,earthmovementwithheavyequipment,theremovalofgrassortrees,etc.)of
any kind at KSC requires an excavation permit. Heard Construction, Inc. will ensure that all required
authorizationisreceived(fromUSACTM)priortoanysoildisturbance.
Project specific safety and environmental guidance regarding actions, cautions, potential soil
contamination, PPE use, etc. shall be observed by all employees of Heard Construction, Inc. during
excavationwork.
Heard Construction, Inc. will inform employees (including subtier contractors) about the proper
excavation practices to be observed during KSC projects. Any unauthorized excavation or vegetation
removalwillsubjectthesubcontractortopossibledisciplinaryactions.
AbrasiveBlastingandSprayPainting
Abrasiveblastingandspraypaintingwillbe,whereverpossible,performedpriortodeliveryofmaterials
toKennedySpaceCenter.WherefieldoperationsonKSCarenecessaryorrequiredbythespecifications,
HeardConstruction,Inc.shallperformtheoperationswiththefollowingenvironmentalcontrols:
For sandblasting and painting operations, a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each paint (and
associated solvents, chemicals, and abrasive blast media) to be used shall be submitted to the CTM
and/or provided to Environmental Management in accordance with KHB 8800.7 "Hazardous Waste
Management". If, after review, USA determines it necessary, they will submit a "Process Waste
Questionnaire"(KSCForm25551)foranevaluationandhazarddetermination.
For abrasive blasting operations on existing KSC structures, the CTM shall have on file the results of
previouslycompletedlaboratoryanalysisoftheexistingpaintsorcoatingstoberemoved.Acopyofthis
analysis, along with a written determination from Environmental Management detailing the nature of
the waste, whether or not it is a hazardous waste, along with copies of the necessary Technical
ResponsePackages(TRP's)andinstructionsforhandlingandprocessingthewasteareavailablefromthe
CTM and/or Environmental Management. Blasting and painting efforts shall not begin until this
determinationandanalysisresultsareonfile.
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ForabrasiveblastingoperationsonpaintedstructuressuppliedbyHeardConstruction,Inc.,therequired
analysisresultsand/orsamplesofeachpaintonthestructure(asappliedandcured)shallbesubmitted,
alongwithproductMSDS's,sothatUSAcanprepareaKSCForm25551"ProcessWasteQuestionnaire"
ifnecessarytoobtaintherequiredhazarddeterminations.Forplanningpurposes,aminimumof3work
weeksMAYbenecessaryforthisanalysisanddetermination.
When the item or items being sandblasted are not located over an impervious surface, a temporary
impervioussurface,suchasawaterproofdropcloth,shallbeinstalledbeneaththestructureorobjectto
collect the abrasive blasting debris and the paint overspray. These materials shall not reach the
environment, and any/all measures necessary to prevent these materials from contaminating the
ground,air,andwaterofsurroundingareasshallbetaken.
Weatherconditionsshallbecloselymonitoredtopreventabrasiveblastingdebrisandoversprayfrom
releasetotheenvironment.Duringstrongwinds,operationsshallbeceased.Thedebrisandoverspray
shallbecollecteddaily.Thedebriswillbesampled,storedanddisposedofinaccordancewiththeclause
entitled"WasteManagementandDisposal"undertheHazardousandControlledWastesubheading.If
notpreviouslycompleted,alaboratoryanalysisoftheblastdebriswillberequiredtodetermineifthe
levelofcontaminationwarrantsdisposalasahazardousorcontrolledwaste.
Heard Construction, Inc. shall request and have on file, copies of the hazard determination and
laboratoryanalysisfromEnvironmentalManagementortheCTM,priortodisposalofthesematerialsin
anymanner.
Inearly1997,NASAupgradedtheKSClandfillrequirements,andissuedinstructionsforthedisposalof
spent abrasive blast media at the landfill. This disposal guidance requires that certification forms be
completed and accompany each delivery of this waste material taken to the KSC landfill. Heard
Construction,Inc.willfollowandcomplywithapplicableguidelines,asdirectedbyUSA.
WaterBlastingOperations
NASABestManagementPractices(KBMPIW0001)guidelinesforhighpressurewaterandwetblasting
and cleaning shall be followed, as directed by the CTM and Environmental Management personnel.
Specific instructions, with different levels of guidance (for the type of blasting being performed), as
appropriate,shallbeobserved.
Ingeneral,forfacilities/structureswheretheexistingpaintfilmfailsTCLP:
WaterblastingWILLNOTbeusedasamethodtoremovedirt,rustoroldpaint.
Ingeneral,forfacilities/structureswherethepaintfilmdoesnotfailTCLP:
1. Nowaterblastingoperationdischargewillbereleasedtosurfacewaters.
2. Whenwaterblastingoperationsareperformedoverapervioussurface,a40micronfiltermesh
willbeplacedtoscreenthewastewaterdischarge.Thesolidwasteresiduewillbecontainedand
disposedofatanapprovedlandfill.
3. When water blasting operations are performed over impervious surfaces, operations will be
performedonlyafterpointsofdischargehavebeenidentified.Thedischargewillbechanneled
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toperviousareaswithacombinationofsandbagsanda40micronfiltermesh.Residuecollected
fromthesandbagsandfiltermeshwillbedisposedofatanapprovedlandfill.
4. Water blasting will typically be performed using only potable water,. however, the use of
biodegradable, phosphatefree detergents and/or low concentrates (5% or less) of sodium
hypochlorite (bleach), calcium hypochlorite or hydrogen peroxide may be permitted in some
applications, with USA preapproval. No chemicals, cleaners, solvents or detergents will be
added to the water stream or applied to the facility/structure unless previously determined
necessaryandapprovedinwritingbyUSAenvironmentalmanagement.
RecordsofthewaterblastingoperationswillbekeptandsubmittedtotheCTM,perBestManagement
PracticeKBMPIW0001guidelines.
RefertoKBMPIW0001forspecificguidanceinvolvingsurfacecleaning,waterblasting,andwetblasting
operations.
WasteManagementandDisposal
HeardConstruction,Inc.'sworkareasshallbekeptinacleanandsafeconditionatalltimes.Cleanupof
theworkareashallbeconductedatleastdaily.Wasteanddebrisshallnotbeallowedtoaccumulatein
suchquantitiesastocreateanunsightlyappearanceorasafetyorworkhazard.Wastematerialsshall
besegregatedandproperlystoredpriortodisposal.
ConstructionDebrisandSalvageableMaterials
Combustible debris such as cleared trees, shrubs, and roots and scrap lumber shall be removed from
KSCanddisposedofaccordingtoKSCpolicies,andcurrentstateandlocalregulationsunlessotherwise
directedbyaTechnicalResponsePackage.HeardConstruction,Inc.willfollowestablishedKSCpolicies
forsolidnonhazardouswastedisposal,includingspentabrasiveblastmediaandpaintedconstruction
debris.Theprecoordinationoflandfilland/ordumpsterwastematerialsdisposalbyworkcrewswith
theprojectCTMshalloccurasnecessary.
NonCombustible,nonmetallicdebrissuchasunsuitablesoilsandscrapconcreteshallberemovedfrom
KSC and disposed of in accordance with current state and local regulations. Metals, and any material
designated in the contract to be salvaged, will be segregated, protected, itemized, delivered and
offloadedatasalvageareaonKSCdesignatedbytheCTM.Aninventoryofmaterialsshallbeprovided
tothereceivingorganization.
OfficeTrash
When Heard Construction, Inc. maintains an office trailer on KSC, Heard Construction, Inc. shall
participate in the KSC office paper recycling program. Nonconfidential white office paper shall be
segregated and delivered to a consolidated site on KSC. Heard Construction, Inc. shall remove other
nonhazardousofficewastesfromKSCanddisposeoftheminaccordancewithallcurrentstateandlocal
regulations. Office materials such as copy machine or blueprint machine chemicals shall be evaluated
anddisposedofundertheHazardousandControlledWastesrequirementsbelow.
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Hazardous,ControlledandUniversalWastes
Hazardous, controlled and universal waste shall be identified, accumulated, and disposed of in
accordancewithproceduresinKHB8800.7"HazardousWasteManagement"andasfollows:
a. Heard Construction, Inc. shall identify all known and expected waste producing processes
including all chemicals, paints, products and solvents and their containers. Submit a Material
SafetyDataSheet(MSDS)foreachwasteproducingsubstancetoUSApriortoproceedingwith
thework.
b. USA will obtain a hazard determination (to identify whether the material is a hazardous,
controlledoruniversalwaste)forthewasteandnotifyHeardConstruction,Inc.Insomecases,
processknowledgemaybeutilizedinlieuofanalysisforfrequentlyand/orpreviouslyanalyzed
materials,atthediscretionofUSAEnvironmentalManagement.
c. If the waste is determined to be nonhazardous and noncontrolled, Heard Construction, Inc.
shalldisposeofitundertheappropriatecombustibleornoncombustiblewasterequirementsas
notedabove.
d. Ifthewasteproducingmaterialsorprocessesaredeterminedtogeneratepotentiallyhazardous
or controlled wastes, Heard Construction, Inc. shall properly contain and store the wastes at
approvedonsiteaccumulationandstagingareasinaccordancewithKHB8800.7andasdirected
byUSA.AnyrequiredlaboratoryanalysisofthewastewillbecoordinatedthroughtheCTMprior
todisposal.USAwillgenerallydirectwastemanagementactionsinwriting.
e. HeardConstruction,Inc.shallrequestpickupanddisposalthroughtheCTMifthewasteistobe
pickedupdirectlyfromthejobsite.Insomecases,suchaswithindustrialwastewaterproduced
bysafetyshowertraileroperations,regularlyscheduledpumpoutactivitiesmayoccuratthe
worksite.ThesewillbeprecoordinatedbyHeardConstruction,Inc.asdirectedbyUSAforeach
specificproject.
f.
HeardConstruction,Inc.willprecoordinatewiththeCTMforplacingwasteina90daystaging
area located at K61896 (or as instructed) if a USA approved collection area has not been
established at the jobsite. It is Heard Construction, Inc. responsibility to ensure that waste is
properlysegregated,identified,labeledandpackagedinaccordancewiththecorrectTechnical
ResponsePackage(TRP).TRP'swillbeprovidedbyUSA(Generallyatthepreawardconference
or as needed) using information contained in the engineering and/or work package, from
supplied MSDS sheets, as well as information provided by the CTM and contractor personnel.
QuestionsshouldbediscussedwithUSApersonnelimmediately.
g. Thefollowingisapartiallistofthetypesofhazardous,controlledanduniversalwasteswhich
may occur on construction projects. A broader, more detailed list will be provided at the Pre
Awardmeeting,and/oruponrequest.Hazardouswastesaredefinedandlistedindetailinthe
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 and the Environmental Protection Agency's
implementationregulations.
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ExamplesofHazardous,ControlledandUniversalWastes
Batteries
Abrasiveblastdebrismixedwithpaintparticulates
Emptyorpartlyemptypaintcans
Emptyorpartlyemptyaerosolcontainers
Usedoils
SolidifiedRTV,cansandapplicators
Wastewatercontainingethyleneglycol,alcohol,freon113,chlorine,etc.
Spentdetergentsolutions
Emptycans,filters,ragsandabsorbentcontainingpetroleumproductresidues
Materialscontainingasbestos
Dieselfuelandgasolinecontaminatedwithdirtorwater
Lightingballasts
Spentfluorescenttubes,mercuryvapor,andsodiumlighting
Waste solvents, and mixtures, wipes, rags and applicators used with solvents (alcohol, freon,
MEK,acetone,trichloroethene,etc.)
Weldingandsolderingfluxes
Electrolytes
Acids,corrosives,etchantsandassociatedequipmentanddebris
Paintstrippers
Paintsolids(overspray,chips,rollers,brushes,maskingmaterials,etc.)
Paintandprimerliquidsandcleanupthinners
Unused/defectivecatalyst\uncuredorimproperlymixedsealantsandadhesives
ToxicReleaseInventory(TRI)Reporting
USArequiredthetimelycompletionandsubmittalofthisdocumentation,whichincludestheaccurate
detailingofALLchemicalandcommodityuseduringKSCcontracts.ThisrequiresthesubmittalofMSDS
andusageinformationforanyproductusedforwhichanMSDSsheetisavailable.HeardConstruction,
Inc. will follow the instructions and forms provided for every KSC work effort, and return the data
promptlyandaccuratelyasrequested.
RecoveryofChlorofluorocarbonsandHalon
Work on any system containing Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs or HCFCs) or Halon shall be conducted to
preventanydischargetotheatmosphere.Allsuchmaterialsshallberecoveredinrefillablecontainers.
The method of recovery and refillable containers shall conform to ASHRAE Guidelines 31990. The
containersshallbelabeledandturnedovertotheCTM,orasdirected.
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Service,maintenanceormodificationstoUSA/NASAequipmentperformedbyHeardConstruction,Inc.
will be performed by properly certified technicians, as prescribed in Section 608 of the Clean Air Act.
Thesetechnicianswillhavesuccessfullycompletedexaminationsasdetailedin40CFRPart82,Subpart
F, and shall have current certification cards as required for the type of equipment to be serviced.
QuestionsshallbedirectedtoEnvironmentalManagementpriortothecommencementofwork.
HazardofNonRoutineTasks
Supervisors will inform employees of any special tasks that may arise which would involve possible
exposuretohazardouschemicals.ReviewofsafeworkproceduresandrequiredPPEwillbeconducted
prior to the start of such tasks. Where necessary, areas will be posted to indicate the nature of the
hazardinvolve.
InformingOtherEmployees
Other on site employers are required to adhere to the provisions of the Hazard Communications
Standard. Information on hazardous chemicals known to be present will be made available to other
employers.Employerswillberesponsibleforprovidingnecessaryinformationtotheiremployees.Other
on site employees will have access to a copy of Heard Constructions Hazardous Communication
Program.
PersonalProtectiveEquipment(PPE)
Required PPE is available from the Foreman / Supervisor. Any employee found in violation of PPE
requirementsmaybesubjecttodisciplinaryactionuptoandincludingdischarge.
Posting
Heard Construction, Inc. makes available information for employees at this and all job sites on the
HazardCommunicationStandard.ThisinformationcanbefoundwiththeSupervisor.
EmergencyResponses
Any incident of over exposure or spill of a hazardous chemical / substance must be reported to the
Foreman/Supervisor,ortothemainoffice(3214525494)atonce.
TheForeman/Supervisorwillberesponsibleforensuringthatproperemergencyresponseactionsare
takeninleak/spillsituations.
EmergencyPhoneNumbers
HCIOffice:
WilliamNicholsCell:
3214525494
3212880426
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Appendix 2: Hazardous Substance Spill Response Procedure Kennedy

Space Center
SpillDiscoverer
Any individual discovering a spill of a hazardous substance should immediately perform the following
simpleprocedures:
1. Evacuatetheareatoasafedistanceupwindandupgradeofthespill.
2. Passthewordtootherpeopleinthevicinity.
3. Informyoursupervisororthesupervisorofthenearestfacility.
4. ContacttheNationalResponseCenterat8004248802andprovidethefollowinginformation:
Yournameandphonenumber
Locationofthespill(Building#orShopCode)
Numberandtypeofinjuries
Identifytypeandestimatedamountofspilledmaterial
Sourceofspilledmaterial(reactions,leak,spill,fireobserved)
Anticipatedmovementofspillandactionsbeingtaken
Timewhenthespilloccurred
5. WaitfortheNOSCDRandOSOTtoarriveandthendirectthemtothespill.
6. Preventunauthorizedpersonnelfromenteringthespillarea,andrestrictallsourcesofignition
suchas:smoking,combustibleengines,openflames,etc.
7. Provide information and assistance as instructed by the NOSCDR and/or the OSOT after their
arrival.
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Appendix 3: Safety/Hazardous Chemical Forms

TriReportCompletionInstructionForm
GuidelineforcompletingtheTRIReport.
QuestionsregardingthisformwillbeforwardedtoUSAEnvironmental.
Heard Construction Environmental Manager or Project Manager is to review and understand

thisform.
TRIReport/ContinuationSheetForms
ThisformwillbeutilizedtolistALLchemicals/productsquantitiesutilizedatKSC.
ThisformtobecompletedandsubmittedattheendofEACHUSAproject.
HeardConstructionEnvironmentalManagerorProjectManageristocompletethisform.
DailyDewateringLogForm
ThisformwillbeutilizedtotrackdailydewateringamountsonALLrequiredUSAprojects.
ThisformtobecompleteddailyandsubmittedtotheUSA/CTMonadailybasis.
HeardConstructionEnvironmentalManagerorProjectManageristocompletethisform.
USALaunderedWiperProgramForm
ThisformprovidesinformationonUSAswiperprogram.
Heard Construction, Inc. Environmental Manager or Project Manager at the start of ALL USA
projectswillreviewthisform.
This program and the program requirements will be thoroughly explained to ALL Heard
Construction,Inc.employeesandALLemployeesofHeardConstructionsubtiercontractors.
Hazardous,NonRegulated,UniversalandBrevardCountyWasteForm
Thisformwillprovideinformationonallrequiredwastecategories.
Heard Construction, Inc. Environmental Manager or Project Manager at the start of ALL USA
projectswillreviewthisform.
WeeklySafetyMeetingForm
Weeklysafetymeetingtobeheldatprojectlocations.
Allcontractorandsubcontractorpersonnelonsitetoattend.
HeardConstructionSafetyManagerorProjectManageristocompletetheSafetyMeetingForm.
SafetyMeetingFormstoremainonprojectsite.
HazardousChemicalsInventoryList
ThisformwillbeutilizedtolistALLknownchemicalsinuseontheworksite.
This listing and the listing requirements will be thoroughly explained to ALL Heard Construction, Inc.
employeesandALLemployeesofHeardConstructionsubtiercontractors.
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Appendix 4: General Safety Rules United Space Alliance

ThefollowingUSAGeneralSafetyRulesshallbecompliedwithbyallHeardConstruction,Inc.employees
andallassociatesinaccordancewithOSHAStandardsandSafetyProvisions:
AccidentPreventionSigns/ControlledAreas
Areasupervisorsareresponsibleforpostingsignsandinformingemployeesofpotentialhazardsintheir
workarea.Signsarenosubstituteforcommunication,trainingorproperplanning.
Nohazardousoperationorworkactivitythatmayposearisktoindividualsapproachingtheareawork
will commence until controlled areas are established and appropriate signs are displayed per 29 CFR
1926.200SubpartG.Signsandcontrolswillbevisibleatalltimeswhileworkisinprogressandremoved
promptly when the work is complete. Within USA Processing Areas, if control zones have to be
establishedforahazardousoperation,coordinatewithUSASiteSafetypriortocommencementofthe
operation.
USAGroundOperationsestablishtwotypesofcontrolsOperationalControlledAreasandHazardous
Controlled.DoNotviolateeithertypeofcontrolledareas.Thesecontrolareasareidentifiedbyyellow
tape, or black and yellow rope with the appropriate warning sign attached. The violation of control
zonesissubjecttodisciplinaryaction.
Rotating/FlashingLights
Rotating/flashinglightsareutilizedtoindicateahazardousoremergencycondition.Whenaredlightis
flashing in a specific area, STOP. Do not attempt to enter the area. If you are in the area, evacuate
immediately.
Aflashingamberlightindicatesahazardousoperationisinprogress.Donotattempttoenter
areawithoutauthorizationfromtheHazardAccessControlMonitororSafetyOperations.
Aflashingredorbluelightonamovingvehicleobservethefollowingrules:
o
o
o
Ifthevehicleisapproachingpulltotherightsideoftheroadandstopuntilthevehicle
passes;thenproceedwithcaution.
You are approaching the vehicle slow down, stop if necessary; then proceed with
cautionorasdirected.
Whenapproachingavehiclewithflashingredorbluelightslowtoasafespeed,pullto
therightsideoftheroad;thenproceedwithcautionasdirected.
EvacuationProcedures
In the event of an emergency evacuation situation within occupied facilities, push the fire/evacuation
button or pull the fire alarm pull station. Do not attempt to fight a fire involving explosives or
propellants.
Uponhearinganemergencyevacuationalarm,quicklyevacuatethefacilitytoadesignatedMarshalling
Area,followingthepostedevacuationplan/sign.
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Donotrideelevatorsduringanemergencyevacuationusethestairs.Blueevacuationsignsthatare
located throughout KSC provide specific egress routes. Once the building has been exited, proceed to
thenearestMarshallingArea.
Subcontractors are to remain at the Marshalling Area until released by their safety representative or
USASiteSafety.
RooforStructureAccessControl
During launches, access to building roofs, elevated structures and motor vehicle tops is prohibited.
Subcontractors are not permitted access to these areas unless scheduled work is being conducted or
workisrequired.
Tethering
Tethering rules are designed to prevent personal injury and flight hardware or equipment damage.
Personnel, tools and equipment have specific tethering requirements. Know the rules before entering
specificworksites.
Food&Beverages
Within the processing areas and construction sites, much work requires handling of hazardous
commodities.Toavoidcontamination,consumptionoffoodanddrinksisrestrictedtobreakroomsand
designatedareas.
Onfacilitystructuresandareaswithgrateflooringorexposedcables,shoesmustcovertheentirefoot,
be low and wide heeled, and have soles heavy enough to afford adequate protection. In areas where
hazardousliquidsorfuelsarehandled,porousshoesareprohibited.Specialfootwearmayberequired
incertainareasorwithinflightelements.
Housekeeping
Housekeepingisdefinedasthearrangementofoperations,tools,equipment,materialsandsuppliesin
anorderlymannerconducivetothesafetyandwelfareoftheworkteam,andforthegoodappearance
oftheworkareas.
Goodhousekeepingisessentialtosafeoperations.Keepallfloorswithintheworkareasdry,cleanand
freefromobstructions.Promptlycleanuporremoveanyspilledoil,materialsorliquid.Accumulationof
scrap, waste, dust and dirt is not permitted. Use only approved, marked containers for disposal of
wastes.
At the start and throughout each work shift, examine the condition of exits, aisles and emergency
equipment. Promptly report all unsafe conditions to supervision. Do not park vehicles or store
equipmentinthepathofexits.
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Smoking
All government and USA controlled facilities and vehicles are smoke free. Smoke only in designated
areas.Sparkandflameproducingdevicesareprohibitedwithintheperimeterofordnancefacilities.This
includesallvehiclesbroughtintotheseareas.
ManualLiftingTechnique
Lifting safely is an individual responsibility. Safe lifting means keeping the back aligned while lifting,
maintainingyourcenterofbalance,andusingyourlegstoperformthelift.
PersonalProtectiveEquipment(PPE)includesdevicesandclothingdesignedtoprotectindividualsfrom
jobrelatedhazards,suchasharmfulobjects,substances,conditionsorradiation.
Each job is assessed to determine if hazards are present and to establish requirements. Know what
personal protective equipment is needed for each work area prior to entering. When using PPE, it is
important it fits properly each time it is worn and is comfortable as to provide free movement when
performingworkactivities.
Attire
Workersorvisitorswithinspacevehicleprocessingareasandsupporttestingfacilitiesmustfollowrules
regarding proper attire. Except in general office or areas approve by Safety, fulllength trousers and
slacksarerequired;shortsleevedshirtsorsleevelessshirtsorblousesarepermitted.Tanktops,mesh
shirtsand/orshortsareprohibited.
ProtectiveClothing
Unlike everyday work clothes, specific clothing is designed to protect individuals from jobrelated
hazards.Clothingiswornduringhazardousoperationswheretheremaybeacredibleriskofflashfireor
chemical splash, resulting I skin contact/absorption. Inspect protective clothing before performing a
hazardousjobensuresadequateprotection.Examplesofprotectionclothinginclude
Disposableclothingfordust,splashes,oils,etc.
Encapsulatedsuitsexposuretotoxicsubstances
Flame retardant and antistatic flash fires, explosives, skin burns, electrostatic discharge
concerns
Leatherlightimpact
Rubberapronssplashes,spills
EyeProtectionisrequiredinareaswheremachinesoroperationspresentthehazardsofflyingobjects
or particles, glare, chemicals or combination of these hazards. Contact lenses are prohibited in some
worksituations.
Head Protection must be worn properly in areas posted as hardhat areas, and in other areas where
impactandpenetrationfromfallingobjectsmaycauseheadinjuriesorlimitelectricalshockorburns.
Usechinstrapswhenworkingabovegroundlevel.
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RespiratoryProtectionisdesignedtoprotectlungsandrespiratorysystemfromharmfuldusts,fumes,
fogs,vapors,mists,gases,smokesandsprays.Inordertousearespirator,OSHArequiresfittestingand
trainingtoensureproperfitandbestprotection.
Hearing Protection should be worn in areas where engineering controls are not feasible. Types of
hearingprotectionusedarecontingentuponthenoiselevel.Hearinglossisacommonworkplaceinjury
thatisoftenundetectedbecauseitusuallyisagradualprocess,whichhappensoveraperiodoftime.
Wearhearingprotectionwhen
Thesoundsinyourworkareaareirritating.
Someonecloserthantwo(2)feetawaycannotbeheardwithoutraisinghisorhervoice.
Signsdenotehearingprotectionisrequired.
Soundlevelsreach85decibelsorhigherforan8hourperiodshortburstsofloudsounds.
Hand Protection Wear appropriate gloves to protect hands from abrasions, burns, cuts, electrical
shock, hazardous chemicals and pathogens. Gloves should NOT be worn while working with moving
machinery.Movingpartshaveatendencytopullgloves,handsandarmsintomachinery.
Foot Protection can provide many safety features, including protection from impact, compression,
punctures,heat,wetorslipperysurfacesandelectricalinjury.Safetyfootwearisclassifiedaccordingto
minimum requirements for both compression and impact tests set forth by the American National
StandardsInstitute.
Fall Protection must comply with all requirements described within the BA per Section 12.0 12.4.
Trainingandallfallprotectionrequirementsidentifiedwithin29CFR1926.500503.
DutyasEmployer
As the employer, Heard Construction, Inc. will provide its employees with the proper fall protection
equipment. Heard Construction, Inc. will also ensure that its employees will wear this fall protection
equipmentwhileworkingatheightssix(6)feetandaboveorwithinsix(6)feetofanunprotectededge.
Training
HeardConstruction,Inc.providestrainingbyProtectaInternational,Inc.ontheproperusageofallfall
protection equipment such as lanyards, body harnesses, etc. Employees will also be trained in the
properinspectionmethodofallfallprotectionequipmentusedbyHeardConstruction,Inc.Bodybelts
arenotallowedforallarrest.Thistrainingwillbedocumented.
Heard Construction, Inc. provides specific training to employees to understand the danger of areas in
which they will be working, and any conditions that they will be working under. This includes
unprotectedsidesandedges,leadingedges,hoistareas,slopedroofs,etc.
Heard Constructions Inc. Safety Manager and / or Heard Constructions Inc. Project Managers will
conductretraining.Retrainingwillbeconductedbasedonaprojectbyprojectrequirement.Individual
constructionprojectswillbereviewedforfallprotectionrequirements.AllonsitepersonnelofHeard
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Construction, Inc and its subcontractors will be informed and retrained for all fall protection
requirements.
Certification
Uponcompletionoffallprotectiontraining,HeardConstruction,Inc.employeeswillreceiveadocument
of certification. Copies of certification will remain in the employees company record. Training
certificateswillcontainthenameoftheemployeetrained,dateoftraining,nameoftraininginstructor,
signatureoftraininginstructorandinstructorscompanyname.
AcopyoftheTrainingCertificateiscontainedattheendofthissection.
Inspection
HeardConstruction,Inc.requiresallemployeestoproperlyinspectfallprotectionequipmentbeforeits
useinperformingaspecificjobtask.Allfallprotectionequipmentwillcontainavisibleinspectiontag.
Fall protection equipment will be inspected prior to each usage. Damaged or outdated fall protection
equipmentwillberemovedfromtheworkareaanddisposed.
ElectricalSafety
ALLportablecordandplugconnectedequipmentwillbeprotectedbyanapprovedGFCI(GroundFault
Current Interrupter). Flexible cords shall be connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief is
providedwhichwillpreventpullfrombeingdirectlytransmittedtojointsorterminalscrews.
AsbestosStickers
Environmental health (JBOSC) has conducted an extensive survey to identify those areas containing
asbestos materials. Updated copies of the survey are available via the USA Environmental Safety &
Healthwebpage.QuestionsregardingsuspectedasbestosmaterialsshouldbedirectedtotheCTMor
SubcontractorSafetyRepresentative.
ConfinedSpaceEntry
AnyworkinconfinedspaceswillrequireconcurrentbyUSASafetypriortocommencing.Forclearance
to enter, contact CHS, Environmental Health at 8616200. Any work in a confined space requires the
propertrainingperOSHArequirements.
WeldingandBurning,Cutting
KSC Hot Work Permits are required for all welding, burning, cutting, grinding, or any heat producing
operations.PermitsareobtainedfromUSASiteSafetywithintheUSAprocessingfacilitiesorfromthe
basecontractFireServicespersonnelatallothersites.
Allcontractorsarerequiredtoobservethefollowingrequirements
Maintainadedicated,certified,firewatchonstationatalltimes.
Musthaveanoperablefireextinguisheronsiteatalltimes.
Establishacontrolledarea.
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Allcombustiblematerialmustbeclearedfromtheworkarea.
Inspecttheworkareapriortostartingthefire.
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn especially for welders and
theirhelpers.
Fireresistantguards,curtainsorshieldsmustbeusedwhereappropriate.
Firewatchmustremainatstationfor30minutesafterthecompletionoftask.
NOwelding,cuttingorheatingonanysurfacecoveredbyapreservativeunlessstrippedofallcoatingfor
adistanceofatleast4inchesfromtheareaofheatapplicationortheemployeeshallbeprotectedby
airlinerespirators.
Specificrulesgoverningportablefireextinguisherinspection,maintenanceandrechargingareprovided
withtheNFPACodes,Code10,Chapter4.Thesubcontractorsshallensurecomplianceatallapplicable
requirements.
DemolitionOperations
Renovationorrepairconstructionhasatendencytocreatehazardswhere,ifleftundisturbed,normally
wouldnotposeaproblem.Anexampleoftheseisasbestos,whichisgenerallyfoundinwallsorpiping
andsilicaquartz,amineraldustgeneratedfromthedustgeneratedinconcretedemolition.
PaintRemovalandOperations/CorrosionControl
Allpaintremovaloperationsaresubjectedtoevaluationforhazardousheavymetalcontent.Therefore,
priortostartofanypaintremovaloperation,USASubcontractorSafetyshallapproveallrequiredand\
appropriate abatement plans. The Subcontractor is required to provide personnel sampling and/or
appropriatepersonalprotectiveequipmentwhereapplicable.
LiftingOperations
NOONEispermittedundertheareaofaload(suspendedload)atanytimeduringanoperation.TAL
LINESMUSTBEUSED!
TheworkareaMUSTbemaintainedcleanandassafeaspossible.RoutinecleanupoftheareaMUSTbe
doneattheendofeachshift.
EquipmentUse&Inspection
EquipmentinspectionsaretobeperformeddailyusingtheEquipmentInspectionChecklist.
LiftingEquipment&Slings
Inspectionswillbeperformedon,asaminimum,equipmentsuchascranes,forkliftsandtuggers.
Inspections are required on company owned and rental equipment. Inspections will include the
verificationofproofloadonallslingsusedforlifting.Neveruseslingsthataredamagedordefectivein
anywayorloadslingsinexcessoftheirratedcapacities.
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Ladders
Inspectladderspriortoeachuse.Theladdermustbeinspectedfor
Cracks,SplitsorDeterioration(siderails)
BrokenorSplitRungs/CleatsLooseNails,BoltsandScrews
CheckSpreaders,AutomaticLocks,andEnsuretheLadderisfreeofoil,greaseorothersipping
hazards.
HandTools,ExtensionCords,Etc.
Alltools(employeeownedoremployerfurnishedareexpectedtobeincompliancewithFederal,State,
LocalandKSCstandardsandUSArequirementswhenusedatKSC.
Poweractuatedtoolsareonlytobeusedbyqualifiedandcontractortrainedpersonnel.
Toolsandsimilarequipmentshallbemaintainedinasafecondition.GuardingshallmeetANSI,B15.1
1953(R1958).
Lockout/Tagout
Anunexpectedreleaseofhazardous energyor materialscan causeseriousinjuryordeath.Anenergy
source must be isolated before employees can perform repair, servicing or maintenance on a system.
Subcontractorswillfollowtheircompanyslockout/tagoutsystem,whileworkingaUSAcontract.
Lockout/Tagouttagscanonlyberemovedbytheemployeethatinstalledthatspecifictag/locks.
VehicleOperations
KSC has unique requirements for parking distances outside hazardous facilities and limited or special
requirementsforentering.
ThefollowingruleswillapplywhendrivingonKSCproperty
Seatbeltsarerequiredatalltimes.
Keysmustbeleftinvehicleswhenenteringfacilitiesoronthepadsurface.
Adheretoallpostedspeedlimitsandparkingrequirementsalllawsareenforced.
Special Purpose Motorized Vehicles & Equipment: Carefully select, train and in some instances where
required, certify and/or license operators of vehicles and handling equipment to which they are
regularlyassigned.Adherethefollowingoperatingprocedures
Useaspotterincongestedareasandwhenvisibilityislimited.
Alwayswearseatbeltswhenprovided.
Observeallroadrules.
Passengersmustrideinapprovedseatingareaonly.
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Whenparkingavehicle,turnoffignition,putingear,settheparkingbrakeandifpossible,chock
thewheels.
Yieldtoemergencyvehicles.
Donotpushortowanothervehicleexceptwithaservicingvehicle.
ReportallmotorvehicleaccidentstoCTM
ICEnginePermits
ControlsareimposeduponoperatorsofallInternalCombustion(IC)engines(gasoline,diesel,propane,
orotherhydrocarbonfluidsfuels)whenenteringspecialfacilities.Thefacilitiesrequiringthesepermits
are the OPFs, VAB, RPSF and Pads. Site Safety Operations will issue permits after performing an
equipmentinspection.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted within ANY NASA building or structure, including the Pads. There is a
designatedsmokingareawithintheperimeterfenceatbothPads.
No lighters, matches or flame producing devices are permitted within the perimeter of either Launch
Pad,theVABortheRPSF.FlameproducingdevicesarealsobannedinOrbiterProcessingareasandthe
HMFTestCells.
Tobaccoproductsarenotallowedinflighthardwareprocessingareas(dip,cheworcigarettes).
HazardCommunications
TheHazardCommunicationsStandard(Hazcom)hasbeendevelopedbyOSHAtoinformallemployees
ofworkplacechemicalhazards.Youremployerisrequiredtohaveawrittenhazardouscommunication
program.UndertheHazComyouhavearighttoknowthechemicalhazardsinyourworkareaandhow
toprotectyourselffromthem.Youwillbeprovidedtrainingtoidentifyandreducechemicalhazardsand
theabilitytoobtainaccurateandcompleteMSDSs.Youwillalsobeinformed
AbouttheHazComruleandhowitisutilizedintheworkplace.
Howtorecognize,understandanduselabelsandMSDSs.
Safetyprocedurestofollowwhenworkingwithhazardousmaterials.
ChemicalLabels&MaterialSafetyDataSheets(MSDS)LabelsandMSDSsprovideimportantsafetyand
health information. Take the time to carefully read chemical labels and MSDS information before
handling.Allhazardouschemicalsmustbeproperlylabeled(Re:OSHA1910.1200)
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is required to be maintained at the work site, accessible to all
employees on any shift for all chemicals used (Re: OSHA 19101200). For chemical inquiry into USA
commodities,Mod.ManagementSafetywillprovideMSDSstocontractorsonrequest.
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Whenworkinginhighlyhazardouslocationsoncoveredprocesses,PSMTrainingisrequired.TheCTMor
Mod.ManagementwillprovidetothecontractorsallnecessaryinformationtocomplywiththeProcess
Safety management standard. A copy of a Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) can be obtained from the
MissionAssurancewebsiteat:
http://usago1.ksc.nasa.gov/usago/orgs/sre001/safety/psm/psm3.htm
ChemicalStorage
An authorized flammable storage cabinet must be used for the storage of all flammable/combustible
itemstobeusedandstoredonsite.USASafety(8616288)willcoordinatethestoragecabinetlocation
with BOC Fire Services (for the required permit) and assure the proper marking, grounding, etc. An
inventoryofallchemicalsmustbeavailableonsitewithaMaterialSafetyDataSheet(MSDS)foreach
one.
Cabinets must be secured when not in use and at the end of each shift. No material or debris will be
storedagainst,aroundornearcabinets.
CompressedGases
SubcontractorsARENOTpermittedtoutilizeKSCfacilitygases.
Usingaircompressorsforcleaninganddryingrequiresspecialprecautions
Alwaysweareyeprotection.
Neverexceed30psimaximumpressure.
Neverusecompressedairtoblowdust,dirt,etc.,fromclothing.
Useonlyapprovedhosetypesandairgaseswithpropernozzles.
ALL COMPRESSORS UTILIZED FOR BREATHING AIR MUST BE APPROVED FOR USE BY ENVIRONMENTAL
HEALTH&SERVICESANDMAINTAINAVALIDBREATHINGAIRSURVEY(KSCForm28332NSRev.2/00)
Excavation/LandClearing
AnexcavationpermitisrequiredpriortoexcavationofanyKSCproperties.Permitsareobtainedfrom
SGSbytheCTMfollowingcoordinationeffortswiththeUSAEnvironmentalSafetyOffice.
TimeOut
USA defines TimeOut as the safe, temporary halting of work in progress to clarify and resolve an
individual or team concern. USA management encourages all Fixed Price Subcontractor and the tier
contractor employees to support the safety practice of calling a TimeOut when any employee is
unsureoruncomfortablewithanyworksituation.Theemployeehastherighttostopanyjobinwhich
confusion,conflict,uneasinessoranxietyexitswithoutfearofreprisal.
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MishapReporting
AllmishapsinvolvingdamagetoNASAorUSApropertyorequipmentneedstobereportedtotheUSA
CTM. The CTM will determine values, and reports to Safety (8610567) as soon as possible after the
mishapoccurs.Incidentsresultingininjurytosubcontractoremployeesmustberecordedandtracked
bythesubcontractorandsubmittedtotheCTMwithin24hours.
FireSymbols
Appropriate fire symbols are displayed on buildings and storage sites containing explosives or
propellantsinaclear,visiblemannerforapproachingfirefightingforces.Thesesymbolsrepresentthe
four explosive divisions, 14. THE HAZARD DECREASES AS THE FIRE SYMBOL INCREASES. Each of the
four fire symbols is distinctively shaped, with the class/division number shown, black numbers on
internationalorangeincolor.
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Appendix 5: Weather Warnings Kennedy Space Center

LightningWarningPolicy
The Lightning Warning Policy will be implemented upon notification issued by the Cape Canaveral
Forecast Facility (CCFF) for specific KSC areas/facilities. The following restrictions will apply, unless
specificallyidentifiedotherwise.
Phase One Lightning Advisory: (Lightning within 25 miles) adverse weather conditions are
developing. Prepare to cease operations on short notice. Announced when an observable
weather system is approaching, or producing lightning anticipating to arrive at specified KSC
area within 30 minutes. Advisories are intended to provide personnel conducting hazardous
operations sufficient lead time to secure the operation before the forecasted weather system
arrives.
Phase Two: (Lightning within 5 nautical miles) or the threat of lightning is immediate, i.e.,
increasing growth or rapid movement of a thunder cell. Personnel shall cease all work in
unprotected outside areas and seek shelter in buildings, metal structures, or metal enclosed
vehicles. All KSC buildings and metal structures that are daily work areas, are considered
lightningprotectedsheltersforpersonnel,unlessspecificallydesignatedtobeevacuated.
Iflightningwarningisannounced,personnelobservinglightningconditionshavetherightandobligation
toadvisetheirsupervisionandrequestalightningwarning.
Personnelaccesstoroofsortoplevelsofstructuresisprohibited.
HurricaneConditions(HURCON)
All preparations are based on weather severity (winds 50 knots or greater) and projected hurricane
distance/directionfromKSC.Conditionsareasfollows:
HurricaneConditionIV(expectedtoreachKSCwithin72hrs.)
HurricaneConditionIII(expectedtoreachKSCwithin48hrs.)
HurricaneConditionII.(expectedtoreachKSCwithin24hrs.)
HurricaneConditionI..(expectedtoreachKSCwithin12hrs.)
NOTE: If the hurricane is within 24 hours of KSC (condition II) or higher, in all probability the Center
couldbeevacuated.
Prior to evacuation, secure all loose objects and tie down all equipment. Brevard County normally
notifiesKSC2hourspriortoannouncinganevacuationofthebarrierislands.
TornadoNotification
The KSC general area is covered by the Tornado Area Warning System (TAWS). When activated the
TAWSgeneratesasteadywarningtonewhichisbroadcastoversirenslocatedthroughoutKSC.
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Tornado Watch: The USA Duty Office will make the following announcement over the all area paging
system: Attention all personnel. A Tornado Watch is in effect until ____ hours. Personnel should be
prepared to take cover should a Tornado Warning be issued. Personnel in buildings should close all
windowcoveringsandbepreparedtomoveintohallwaysandclosealldoorsshouldaTornadoWarning
beissued.
Securitypersonnelinthefieldwillprovidelookoutandreportanytornadosightings.
TornadoWarning:IftornadoactivityissightedtheTAWSisactivatedforallareasofKSCforfifteen(15)
seconds followed by the announcement: Attention all personnel. A tornado has been sighted in the
______(LC39,Industrial,KSC)area.ATornadoWarningisnowineffectforallareasofKSCuntilfurther
notice. Personnel should take cover immediately. All personnel in buildings should move to inner
hallwaysorothersafelocationsinthebuildingandshouldcloseallofficedoors.Attheconclusionofthe
announcement the TAWS will be activated for 3 minutes. Personnel should remain in these safe
locationsuntilanAllClearisannounced.
TornadoWarningCancellation:Whenthetornadothreatispassed,thewarningisdeactivatedandthe
following page to all areas of KSC: Attention to all personnel. The Tornado Warning has been
terminatedforallareasofKSC.Ifpersonnelareintrailersandatornadowatchissounded,theyshould
gotothenearestsubstantialstructureandtakeshelter.
WindRestrictions(Ref.USAGroundSafetyPlan(GSOP)5400)
ThefollowingrestrictionsapplyatKSCasmeasuredonornearthesiteandmaybeprovidedbyCape
Weather.ThebelowwindlimitsaremaximumandtheSupervisoroftheoperationwillhaltoperationsif
windspeedordirectionposesasafetyhazard.
STEADYSTATE GUSTS
18Knots
22Knots
20Knots
25Knots
30Knots
45Knots
LIMITATION
Noerectionoffloats,spiders&scaffolding
Noworkonfloats,spiders&scaffolding
Nomobilecranehoisting*
NoHighRangerorCondortypeequipmentoperations
Noworkonfacilityroofs,structuretops,unprotectedareasand
outsidehandrails
UponCCASforecastofwindstoexceed45knotssteadystate,
NTD/CTCwillproceedwiththenecessarysecuringoperationsper
S0018.Forunforecastwindsof45knotsorgreater,asmeasuredby
CCFF,FiringRoomESA,orhandheldanemometer,theNTD/CTC
andSafetyshalladvisepersonneltotakeimmediateshelteronthe
structureorclearareaiftimeisavailable
*Forliftsdealingwithhighmassand/orlowsailareas(i.e.,handrails),thesewindrestrictionsmaybe
exceededwiththeapprovalofonsiteSafetyandthecranesupervisionperformingthelift.
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Appendix 6: Kennedy Space Center/NASA Fall Protection Procedural

Requirements
FallProtectiononElevatedStructures
PolicyStatement
a. NASA Kennedy Space Center endeavors to protect all government employees, contractors,
subcontractors,internationalpartners,andpersonswhoareexposedtofallsthroughthecourse
oftheirwork.Fallhazardsshallbeeliminated,mitigated,and\orcontrolledbeforeanemployee
isexposedtothehazard.
b. Thispolicyismeanttostrengthenexistingfallprotectionprograms,policies,andregulations.It
does not replace OSHA regulations, NASA, KSC, or contractor safety programs requirements,
except where this policy is more stringent. This policy does not attempt to repeat OSHA, but
ratherdefinesKSC'sadditionalfallprotectionrequirements.ANSIA92.22001VehicleMounted
Elevating and Rotating Work Platforms, ANSI Z359.02007 Definitions and Nomenclature Used
for Fall Protection and Fall Arrest, ANSI Z359.12007 Safety Requirements for Personal Fall
Arrest Systems, Subsystems, and Components will be followed, except where deemed
inappropriatefortheapplicationbyaqualifiedperson.
c. Kennedy Space Center Fall Protection Policy states that persons involved in activities on any
walkingworkingsurfacewhereapersonisexposedtoafalltoalowerlevelof4feetorgreater
shallbeprovidedwithfallprotection.Fallhazardslowerthan4feetrequireprotectionifthe
work is over an uncommon hazard (moving machinery, chemicals, electrical, impalement
hazards,etc.).
d. Components and systems that are commercial offtheshelf shall be supplied with complete
installationandoperationinstructions,andthoseinstructionsmustbefollowed.Onlyaqualified
personmaychangetheinstructions,andthosechangesaredocumentedpriortouse.
e. SafetyNetsarenotpermittedtobeusedatKSC.
f. Construction contractors working at KSC are required to submit a Site Specific Fall Protection
Plan(SSFPP)thatwilladdressprojectspecificfallhazardsthatwillbeencounteredwhileworking
atheights.ThisSSFPP(seeFigure83forasampleplan)willbecomeapartofthecontractors
overallSafetyandHealthPlanwhichaddressesthecontractorsapproachtoimplementingthe
requirementsofthisKNPRandallapplicableOSHAregulations.
DefinitionsRelevantToFallProtection
Anchorage
A secure point of attachment for lifelines, lanyards, or deceleration

devicesthatiscapableofsupporting5000poundsperperson(exception
isafallrestraintsystemwhichrequiresananchorageof1000pounds)or
designedbyaQualifiedPersonwithasafetyfactorof2.
Authorizedperson(user)
Employee required to use fall protection in performance of their work

andtrainedandcertifiedtousefallprotectionPPEandsystems.
BodyHarness
Strapssecuredabouttheemployeeinamannerthatshalldistributethe
fallarrestforcesoverthethighs,pelvis,waist,chest,andshoulderswith
means for attaching it to other components of personal fall arrest
system.
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Certification
The process to determine that criteria established by a designated

standard has been met, and the documentation that records that the
criteria was met. The process includes testing and is performed under
thesupervisionofaqualifiedtrainerorentity.
CompetentPerson
Employee trained and certified in fall protection and who is capable of

identifying hazards, has the authority to take corrective actions, is
knowledgeable of applicable regulations, standards, equipment, and
systems, and understands the mandatory requirements for fall
protectionequipmentandsystems.
CompetentPersonTrainer
Apersoninpossessionofarecognizedformaltrainingcertificatefroman
industry recognized trainer, training center, or an equivalent OSHA
training program, who has successfully demonstrated their extensive
knowledgeandexperiencetoperformCompetentPersontraining.
CompetentSafetyMonitor
Persontrainedindutiesandresponsibilitiesofperforminginpositionof
SafetyMonitor.
Connector
A device which is used to couple (connect) parts of the personal fall

arrest system and positioning device systems together. It may be an
independent component of the system, such as a carabineer, or it may
beanintegralcomponentpartofthesystem(suchasabuckleorDring
sewnintoabodybeltorbodyharness,orsnaphooksplicedorsewntoa
lanyardorselfretractinglanyard.)
DecelerationDistance
The additional vertical distance a falling employee travels, excluding

lifelineelongationandfreefalldistance,beforestoppingfromthepoint
atwhichthedecelerationdevicebeginstooperate.Itismeasuredasthe
distance between the location of an employees body harness
attachmentpointatthemomentofactivation(attheonsetoffallarrest
forces)ofthedecelerationdeviceduringafall,andthelocationofthat
attachmentpointaftertheemployeecomestoafullstop.
DropLine
Averticallinefromafixedanchorage,independentoftheworksurface,
towhichthelanyardisaffixed.
EngineeredFallProtection
System
A fall protection system that has been designed and approved by a

QualifiedPerson
FallArrestSystem
A system designed to stop one or more persons from striking a lower

levelorobstructionsifafalloccurs.FallArrestSystemsrequiretheuseof
aFullBodyHarness,aConnectingMeans,asuitableAnchorage,planned
rescueprocedures,andpropertrainingofallusers.
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FallProtection
Any equipment, device, or system that prevents an accidental fall from

elevationormitigatestheeffectofsuchafall.
FallProtectionPlan
Aplanpreparedbyaqualifiedperson,developedspecificallyforthesite
where work at heights is performed. The Fall Protection Plan must be
maintained up to date and must meet the requirements of 29 CFR
1926.502(k).
FallProtectionProgram
Policy and guidelines established by an organization to protect all

employees engaged in work activities exposing them to potential falls
from elevation. The program covers all company facilities, jobsites, and
employees of that company. The Fall Protection Program is used to
developthesitespecificfallprotectionplanforindividualjobsites.
FallRestraintSystem
A fall protection system that prevents them from reaching an

unprotectededge.Thesystemiscomprisedofabodyharnessalongwith
an anchorage, connectors, and other necessary equipment. The other
components typically include a lanyard and may include a lifeline and
otherdevices.
FloorOpening
An opening measuring 12 inches or more in its least dimension in any

floor,platform,pavement,oryardthroughwhichpersonsmayfall.
FreeFall
The act of falling before a personal fall arrest system begins to apply
forcetoarrestthefall.
FreeFallDistance
The vertical displacement of the fall arrest attachment point on the

employeesbodyharnessbetweenonsetofthefall andjustbeforethe
system begins to apply force to arrest the fall. This distance excludes
deceleration distance, and lifeline/lanyard elongation, but includes any
deceleration device slide distance or selfretracting lifeline/lanyard
extensionbeforetheyoperateandfallarrestforcesoccur.
GuardrailSystem
Abarriertopreventemployeesfromfallingtolowerlevels.
Infeasible
Itisimpossibletoperformtheworkusingaconventionalfallprotection
system,(i.e.,guardrailsystem,orfallarrest/restraint,system)orthatitis
technologicallyimpossibletouseanyoneofthesesystemstoprovidefall
protection.
Lanyard
Aflexiblelineofrope,wirerope,orstrapwhichhasaconnectorateach
end for connecting a body harness to a deceleration device, lifeline, or
anchorage.
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LeadingEdge
The edge of a floor, roof, or formwork for a floor or other

walking/working surface (such as a deck) which changes location as
additional floor, roof decking, or formwork sections are placed, formed
orconstructed.Aleading edgeis considered tobe anunprotectedside
andedgeduringperiodswhenitisnotactivelyandcontinuouslyunder
construction.
Lifeline
Acomponentconsistingofaflexiblelineforconnectiontoananchorage
at one end to hang vertically (vertical lifeline), or for connection to
anchoragesatbothendstostretchhorizontally(horizontallifeline),and
whichservesasameansforconnectingothercomponentsofapersonal
fallarrestsystemtotheanchorage.
LowSlopeRoof
Aroofhavingaslopelessthanorequalto4in12(verticaltohorizontal).
MechanicalEquipment
All motor or humanpropelled wheeled equipment used for roofing

work,exceptwheelbarrowsandmopcarts.
MetalRoof
A roof with metal surface that engineering has determined is load

bearingorisastructuralsupportsurface.
NonEngineeredAnchorage
An anchor point for which no engineering calculations have been

performed.
NonroofWork
Preventive maintenance (PM), repair of equipment on roofs such as

heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, (HVAC), lightning protection
systems,riggingoffallprotectionsystems,etc.
Opening
Agaporvoid30inches(76centimeters)ormorehighand18inches(46
centimeters) or more wide, in a wall or partition, through which
employeescanfalltoalowerlevel.
PersonalFallArrestSystem
Asystem(TypeI)usedtoarrestapersoninafallfromaworkinglevel.It
consists of an anchorage, connectors, body harness and may include a
lanyarddecelerationdevice,lifelineorsuitablecombinationsofthese.
PositioningDeviceSystem
Abodyharnesssystemriggedtoallowanemployeetobesupportedon
an elevated vertical surface, such as a wall, and work with both hands
freewhileleaning.Itisnotafallprotectionsystem.
PositiveFallProtection
Fall protection by the use of a guardrail system or personal fall

protection to include harness with a fall arrest/restraint system or the
use of other means such as vehicle mounted platforms and/or
scaffolding.
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PrimeSystem
Thefirstmechanismthatpreventsapersonfromfalling.Typically,thisis
the persons balance, climbing skills, and the safety of the structure or
platform that they are standing or working on. Fall Protection is a
SecondarySystemofprotection.
ProgramAdministrator
ApersondesignatedinwritingtomanagetheFallProtectionProgram.
QualifiedPerson
Apersoninpossessionofarecognizedengineeringdegreeandaformal
training certificate from an industry recognized trainer, training center,
or an equivalent OSHA training program, who has successfully
demonstrated their extensive knowledge and experience to perform
structural engineering for design, evaluation, and approval of fall
protectionsystems.
RoofWork
Thehoisting,storage,application,andremovalofroofingmaterialsand
equipment,includingrelatedinsulation,sheetmetal,vaporbarrierwork,
andleadingedgework.
RopeGrabs
Adecelerationdevicethattravelsonalifelineandautomaticallyengages
thelifeline,byfriction,andlockstoarrestthefall.
Runway
A passageway for persons elevated above the surrounding floor or

ground, such as a footwalk along shafting or walkway between
buildings.
SafetyMonitoringSystem
A system in which a competent monitor is responsible for recognizing

andwarningemployeesoffallhazards.Thepersonmonitoringtheother
workers is to be on the same walking\working surface as employees
being monitored; is to be within visual sighting distance of the
employees being monitored; is to be close enough to communicate
orally with the employees being monitored; must not have
responsibilities which could take the monitoring attention from the
monitoringfunction.
SecondarySystem
The"backup"mechanismthatprotectsapersoniftheirPrimarySystem
fails. Secondary Systems include Guardrail Systems, Fall Restraint
Systems,andFallArrestSystems.Usersmustbecarefulthatasecondary
systemDOESNOTbecomethePrimarySystemwhenauserputsweight
intothesystem,suchasleaningagainstaguardrail.
SelfRetracting
Lifeline/Lanyard(SRL)
Adecelerationdevicecontainingadrumwoundlinewhichcan
beslowlyextractedfrom,orretractedonto,thedrumunder
slighttensionduringnormalemployeemovement,andwhich,
afteronsetofafall,automaticallylocksthedrumandarrests
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thefall.
SteepRoof
Aroofhavingaslopegreaterthan4in12(verticaltohorizontal).
ToeBoard
A low protective barrier that prevents material and equipment from

fallingtolowerlevelsandprovidesprotectionfromfallsforpersonnel.
Tower
Freestandingorguysupportedstructurethatisessentiallyverticalwith
access via vertical ladder or ships ladder; used to support antennas,
boresite instruments, weather instruments, cameras, radars, lightning
protectionsystemsforprotectionoflaunchcomplexes,etc.
TowerClimber
Employee trained and certified as a Tower Climber and who, by

possession of formal training certificate from an industry recognized
trainer, training center, or an equivalent ANSI/OSHA training program,
has successfully demonstrated their extensive knowledge and
experiencetoperformtowerclimbs.
UnprotectedSidesorEdges
Any side or edge (except at entrances to points of access) of

walking/workingsurface(e.g.,floor,roof,ramp,orrunway)wherethere
is no wall or guardrail system at least 39 inches high. Midrails shall be
installedataheightapproximatelymidwaybetweenthetopedgeofthe
guardrailsystemandtheplatformsurface.
Walking/WorkingSurface
Anysurface,whetherhorizontalorverticalonwhichanemployeewalks
or works, including but not limited to floors, ramps, bridges, runways,
formwork, and concrete reinforcing steel. Does not include ladders,
vehicles, or trailers on which employees are located to perform their
workduties.
WarningLineSystems
Abarriererectedonarooftowarnemployeesthattheyareapproaching
anunprotectedroofsideoredge,andwhichdesignatesanareainwhich
roofingworkmaytakeplacewithouttheuseofguardrailorpersonalfall
protectionsystemtoprotectemployeesinthearea.
Roles,Responsibilities,andTraining
FallProtectionProgramAdministrator
NASA KSC, NASA KSC prime contractors, contractors/subcontractors shall appoint in writing a fall
protectionprogramadministratorand/orteam.
a. The fall protection program administrator and/or team shall have the skills, experience, and
abilitiestoensureeffectivemanagementoftheemployersfallprotectionprogram.Thiswould
include a working knowledge of current fall protection regulations, standards, fall protection
equipment,andsystems.
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b. Theprogramadministratorshallensurethedevelopment,implementation,andmanagementof
theemployersfallprotectionprogram.
c. The program administrator shall ensure an annual review and audit of the fall protection
programisperformedtoaddresstheuseofnewtechnology,regulations,industrypractices,and
toensurecompliance.
d. Theprogramadministratorshallensurethatthispolicyisadheredtoaswritten.
e. EducationandTrainingrequiredforprogramadministratorsshallcoverskills,includingatleast
thefollowing:
(1) CompetentPersontraining
(2) Developingandmaintainingamanagedfallprotectionprogram
(3) Fallprotectionsystemselection
(4) Ensuredevelopmentofequipmentpurchasecontrols
(5) Understandingofwrittenfallprotectionandrescueproceduresandplans
(6) Understandingoffallprotectionengineeringsystemstandards
(7) FallProtectionTraining
f.
Theprogramadministratorshallremaincurrentwithchangingrequirements,laws,andnewfall
protectionsystems.
QualifiedPerson
AqualifiedpersonshallbeformallyidentifiedbytheFallProtectionProgramAdministrator.Aqualified
person shall support the program administrator, competent and authorized person, and the fall
protectionprogrambysupplyingtechnicalinformationandserveasasubjectmatterexpert.
a. Aqualifiedpersonshallbeusedwhentheauthorizedand/orcompetentpersoncannotselectan
appropriatenonengineeredanchorageforafallarrestorfallrestraintsystem.
b. A qualified person shall be used to design any permanent anchorage, fall arrest system, fall
restraintsystem,orlifeline(verticaland/orhorizontal),andthedesignshallbedocumentedand
maintained.
c. The qualified person shall be familiar with fall protection practices, equipment, regulations,
engineeringprinciples,andtheeffectsthatpermanentfallprotectionsystemswillhaveonthe
surroundingstructure.
d. Aqualifiedpersonshallbetrainedbyanindustryrecognizedtrainer,trainingcenter,orlocally
developed Training Program equivalent to ANSI and OSHA compliant training program
requirements.Qualifiedpersoneducationandtrainingshallincludeatleast:
1) Engineeringdegree
2) Fallhazardidentification,elimination,andcontrolmethods
3) Applicablefallprotectionregulations
4) Responsibilities and requirements in accordance with the ANSI Standards and OSHA
regulations
5) Inspectionofequipmentcomponentsandsystems
6) Selectingfallprotectionsystems
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7) Developingengineeringsystemstandards
8) Determiningsystemclearancerequirements
9) Designingandselectinganchorages
10) Determiningwhenfallprotectionsystemsareinfeasible
11) Designingnewandevaluatingexistinghorizontallifelines
12) Assessingsystemcomponentcompatibility
13) Fallprotectionsystemassessmentsanddeterminingwhenasystemisunsafe
14) Analyzingvariousanchorages
15) Developingwrittenfallprotectionproceduresandrescueprocedures
16) Determiningswingfallarrestingforces
17) Determiningpotentialarrestingforces
18) Investigatingfallprotectionrelatedaccidents/incidents/nearmisses
e. The qualified person shall remain current with changing requirements, laws, and new fall
protectionsystems.
f. Thequalifiedpersonshallensurethatthispolicyisadheredtoaswritten.
CompetentPerson
A Competent Person shall be formally identified by the Fall Protection Program Administrator, and is
responsible for the immediate application of fall protection work where fall protection is required.
Competent persons shall be knowledgeable of applicable fall protection regulations, standards,
equipmentandsystems,andmandatoryrequirementsforfallprotectionequipmentandsystemsused
bytheiremployers.
a. Acompetentpersonshallhaveworkexperiencerelatedtotheapplicationwherefallprotection
isrequired.
b. The competent person shall have the ability to identify unsafe conditions or practices as they
relate to fall protection during the course of the work and have the authority to take prompt
correctiveaction.
c. Thecompetentpersonshallbeavailabletoauthorizedpersonswhenfallprotectionsituations
arise.
d. The competent person shall assist authorized persons when requested to ensure that
nonengineered anchorages selected are acceptable, fall protection system(s) will work as
intended,fallprotectionequipmentisinspectedpriortouse,fallprotectionsystemsareusedin
accordancewithmanufacturerrecommendations,OSHArequirements,qualifiedpersondesigns,
localpolicy,andrescueplansareineffect.
e. Competent person education and training shall be administered by an industry recognized
trainer, training center, or locally developed Training Program equivalent to ANSI and OSHA
complianttraining,andshallincludethefollowingasaminimum:
1) Useofalltypesofequipmentandsystemsusedinlocationswheretheauthorizedpersons
work,includinginspectingsystemspriortouse
2) Installation, component compatibility, estimating free fall distances, total required
clearance,dismantling,storage,andthecommonhazardsassociatedwitheachsystem.
3) Fallhazardeliminationandcontrolsmethods
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5) Developmentofwrittenfallprotectionproceduresandplans
6) Understandingoffallprotectionengineeringsystemstandards
7) TheresponsibilitiesundertheANSIStandardsandOSHAregulations
8) Detailedinspectionofequipmentcomponentsandsystems
9) Fallprotectionsystemassessmentsanddeterminingwhenasystemisunsafe
10) Fallprotectionrescueprocedures
11) Theselectionanduseofnonengineeredanchorages
f.
The competent person shall remain current with changing requirements, laws, and new fall
protectionsystemsortaskapplications.
g. Thecompetentpersonshallberetrainedaminimumofonceeverytwoyears.
h. Nonengineeredanchoragescanbeselectedbyacompetentperson,providingthecompetent
person can predict the arresting force (<900 pounds) and the total required clearance of the
system.
i.
Thecompetentpersonshallensurethatthispolicyisadheredtoaswritten.
AuthorizedPerson(User)
Eachauthorizedpersonshallprotectthemselvesbyapplyingfallprotectionpracticesduringthecourse
of the work. When the nature of the work, the workplace, or the methods of control change to an
extent that prior training is not adequate, the authorized person shall be retrained. Retraining is also
required when it becomes apparent to supervision, a competent person, and/or qualified person that
theauthorizedpersondoesnothavetherequiredlevelofskillsandknowledgeorisnotfollowingthe
requiredmeansandmethods.
a. Each authorized person shall inspect, install, use, and dismantle fall protection equipment
accordingtomanufacturerinstructions,OSHArequirements,andlocalpolicy.
b. Theauthorizedpersonshallnotconductanyworkwhererequiredfallprotectionisnotinplace
or the performance of the fall protection system is unpredictable. In these situations the
competentpersonforthatworkorareashallbenotifiedfordeterminationoftheappropriate
actiontobetaken.
c. Every authorized person shall receive formal classroom training in fall protection from a
competentpersonorqualifiedpersonbeforetheyusefallprotectionsystemsorareexposedto
afallhazard.Trainingforauthorizedpersonsshallinclude:
1) Howtoselectanonengineeredanchoragethatwillsupport5,000pounds
2) Howtoinspect,anchor,assemble,andusethefallprotectionequipmentcommonlyusedin
locationswheretheywork
3) Fallhazardrecognition
4) Fallhazardeliminationandcontrolmethods
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6) TheirresponsibilitiesunderOSHAregulations
7) Howtousewrittenfallprotectionprocedures
8) Inspectionofequipmentcomponentsandsystemsbeforeuse
9) Fallprotectionrescueprocedures
10) Limitsofauthorityrelevanttofallprotection
11) Theuseofapplicablefallprotectionequipment,ensuringequipmentmeetsOSHAandANSI
Fall Protection Standards, local fall hazards, and the employers local equipment and
systems
d. Theauthorizedpersonshallremaincurrentwithchangingrequirementsandshallberetraineda
minimumofonceeverythree(3)years.
e. Theauthorizedusershallensurethatthispolicyisadheredtoaswritten.
FallHazardControls
Thefollowingcontrols,inorderofpreference,shallbeused:
a. Hazard Elimination: The specific work that created the fall hazard should be evaluated to
determine if a change in process, area, technology, or equipment would eliminate the fall
hazard.
b. Guarding: Physical barriers between the worker and the fall hazard can be established so the
barrierpreventstheworkerfromfalling(i.e.Guardrails,verticalnetting,covers,etc.).
c. FallRestraint:Fallprotectionpersonalprotectiveequipmentcanbeusedtoassembleasystem
(permanentortemporary)thatwillpreventaworkerfromreachingthefallhazard.
d. Fall Arrest: Fall protection personal protective equipment can be used to assemble a system
(permanent or temporary) that allows a worker to fall, but arrests the fall safely before the
workerstrikesthegroundorsurroundingstructure.
e. AdministrativeControls:Administrativecontrolsarereservedforsituationswhereallotherfall
protectionmethodsaredeemedinfeasible.Thisoptionisavailableonlytoemployeesengaged
in leading edge work or precast concrete erection work. The methods used for this plan shall
conformto29CFR1926.502(k)(1)through(10).
FallProtectionSystemPerformance
FallRestraintSystems
Fallrestraintsystemsshallbedesignedaccordingtothefollowing:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Topreventaworkerfromreachingtheunprotectededge
Anchoragepointmustbeabletohold1,000pounds.
Waistbeltsshallnotbeusedforfallrestraint.
FallRestraintSystemsshallbedesignedaccordingtoOSHAandANSI.
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FallArrestSystems
Fall Arrest Systems shall be designed to meet the requirements set forth in the applicable OSHA
subpart(s). ANSI Fall Protection Standards will be followed except where deemed inappropriate by a
qualifiedperson.Fallarrestsystemsshallbeusedandinstalledtoreducethefreefalldistance.
a. Whenusingfallarrestsystems,thefreefalldistanceofthesystemshallnotexceed6feetand
900 pounds maximum arresting force except when designed by a qualified person. In no case
shall the manufacturer instructions be violated without the approval and documentation of a
qualifiedperson,norshallanarrestingforceof1,800poundsbeexceededinafallgreaterthan
6feet.
b. The installer of the fall protection system (authorized / competent person) shall be
knowledgeableofthearrestingforceandthetotalrequiredclearanceofthesystem.
c. Ifthesystemisbeinginstalledforworkersotherthantheinstalleraprocedureshallbeprovided
toensurethattheauthorizedusercandeterminethatthesystemisapprovedforuse.
d. Acceptable anchorage structure may be Ibeams, columns, tower legs, stairwell support
structure,orotherstructurethatiscapableofholding5,000poundsperpersonordesignedbya
qualifiedpersonwithasafetyfactorof2.Iftheanchorageisquestionable,thesystemshallnot
beusedandacompetentorqualifiedpersonshallbenotified.
FallArrestandRestraintSystemComponents
FallarrestandrestraintsystemcomponentsshallmeettheOSHAstandards,andANSIZ359.1Standard
when applicable. Only a qualified person is permitted to approve not complying with ANSI and those
casesmustbedocumentedasindicatedinthispolicy.
PersonalFallArrestSystem
A personal fall arrest system shall be used in conjunction with a work positioning system. It shall be
riggedsotheemployeeshallnotfreefallmorethan2feet.
FallProtectionEquipment
a. Fall protection equipment shall be selected from equipment meeting or exceeding the OSHA
andANSIFallProtectionStandards.All newfall protectionequipmentmust meetANSIZ359.1
currentatthetimeofpurchase.
b. Fallprotectionequipmentshallbeusedaccordingtomanufacturerinstructions.Onlyaqualified
person may change the instructions, and those changes are documented prior to use and
maintaineduntiltheequipmentisremoved.
c. Equipment not designed for fall protection use shall not be used without prior approval of a
qualifiedperson,documented,andbelabeledForFallProtectionUseOnly.
d. Theprogramadministratorisresponsibleforensuringthatfallprotectionequipmentprocuredis
includedinthetrainingofcompetent,authorizedandapplicablequalifiedpeople.
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FallHazardsandAssessments
FallProtectionforWalking/WorkingSurfaceswithUnprotectedEdge/OpeningorotherFallPotentialof
FourFeetorGreatertoSurfaceBelow
a. Ifavehicleortrailerisusedasawalking/workingsurfaceotherthannormaloperationalmodes
suchasoperation,maintenance,transport,loading,offloading,theneedforfallprotectionshall
beevaluatedbyacompetentperson.
b. If work requires employees to be closer than 6 feet from any unprotected edge or opening,
positivefallprotection(Guardrailsystemorpersonalfallprotectiontoincludeharnessw/arrest
orrestraintsystem)ortheuseofothermeanssuchasvehiclemountedworkplatformsand/or
scaffoldingisrequired.
NOTE:Becautiouswhenusingguardrailsorchainsasasecondarymeansofpositivefallprotection.Such
mechanisms may be subject to failure due to wear and tear and/or faulty design, construction,
installation,andtesting.Personnelshouldnotleanonguardrails,gates,orchains.
HorizontalLifeLines
Commercially available ANSI approved temporary horizontal life lines are to be installed per
manufacturers written instructions. Only a qualified person may change the instructions, and those
changesaredocumentedpriortouse.Ifnotcommerciallydesigned,thenaqualifiedpersonmustdesign
andprovideinstallation.
Over/NearWaterOperations
IfemployeesarerequiredtoworkOver/NearWatertheyshallbeprotectedfromfallingasrequiredby
this policy. This section applies to construction activities, and is not intended to apply to marine
operations that are governed by 29 CFR 1917, Subpart B, Marine Terminal Operations. For
construction/maintenanceactivitiestherequirementsof29CFR1926.106shallalsobecompliedwith.
TowerClimbingOperations
Climbingtowerspresentuniquehazardsnotassociatedwithotherjobsrequiringfallprotection.Priorto
towerclimbingitisrequiredthatthefollowingbeaddressed:weatherconditions,coordinationwithFire
Rescue, development of a rescue plan, safe transport of equipment/tools, tower energy sources have
beensafed,andatleasttwoclimbersarepresentandtrainedtoclimbtowers.
RoofsFallProtectionRequirements
a. RoofWorkOnRoofs
1) Metal Roof: Work on metal roofs requires the use of positive fall protection at all times
regardlessofslope.
2) Nonmetalroofs:
3) Lowslopedorflatroofs:
i.
Fromunprotectededgeto6feet:Positivefallprotectionrequired.
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ii.
From 6 feet to 15 feet: In lieu of positive fall protection a warning line and safety
monitorsystemmaybeused.
iii.
Fifteenfeetormorefromunprotectededge:Inlieuofpositivefallprotectionawarning
linemaybeusedwithoutamonitor.
4) Steeproofsrequirepositivefallprotectionatalltimes.
b. NonRoofWorkonRoofs(Metalandnonmetal)
1) Allworkonsteeproofsrequirespositivefallprotectionsuchasapersonalfallarrestsystem
orrestraintsystem,guardrailsoruseofothermeanssuchasaerialliftsorscaffolding.
2) Workonroofswithapitchlessthan4:12above4feetrequires:
i.
Fromunprotectededgeto6feet:Positivefallprotectionisrequired.
ii.
From6feetto15feet:Awarninglinewillbeused.
iii.
Fifteenfeetormorefromunprotectededge:Nowarninglineisrequired.
c. RoofInspectionsandAssessments:
1) Employees needing to access roofs for the sole purpose of performing roof inspections or
assessments may do so only during pre and post construction work and shall follow the
policyforNonRoofWorkonRoofs.
2) If access is required during construction activities, the policy for Roof Work On Roofs
applies.
Extensible/ArticulatingLifts
Anenergyabsorbinglengthadjustablelanyardandfullbodyharnessshallbeused.Thelanyardshallbe
connected to an approved anchor point in the basket and adjusted in length in such a manner that it
reducesthepossibilityoftheworkerfallingovertheguardrailsyetpermitstheworktobeaccomplished.
Scaffold
a. Scaffoldplatformswherethepotentialforafallfourfeetorgreaterexistsshallbeprotectedby
the use of fall protection systems (guardrails, fall arrest, fall restraint). If these cant be
accomplished, a qualified person shall develop a fall protection plan for scaffolding up to ten
feetinheight.Ascaffoldgreaterthantenfeetshallhavepositivefallprotection.
b. A competent person shall evaluate the scaffold erection and dismantling to determine if fall
protection systems (guardrails, fall arrest, fall restraint) can be used while erecting and
dismantling scaffolds. If these cant be accomplished a qualified person shall develop a fall
protectionplan.
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SampleSiteSpecificFallProtectionPlan
Figure 61 illustrates an example site specific fall protection plan that satisfies the fall protection
requirementsofthisKNPRandapplicableOSHAandANSIstandards.
Figure61:SampleSiteSpecificFallProtectionPlan
1.General
a. COMPANYNAME_____________shallidentifyandmitigateallworkrelatedfallhazardsandhas
establishedmethodstoprotecttheemployeesfromthosefallhazards.
b. Fall protection is required at all times within six (6) feet of an unprotected edge with a fall
hazard of four (4) feet or more. Where required, body harnesses meeting OSHA and ANSI
requirementsshallbeused.
c. COMPANY NAME_____________ will have a fall protection program administrator, name a
competentperson(s)(fallprotection),anduseaqualifiedperson(fallprotection)asrequiredby
theapplicableNASAregulationsandOSHAStandards.Onthisproject,thesedesignatedpersons
are:
1) Fallprotectionadministrator:EMPLOYEENAME
2) Fallprotectioncompetentperson:EMPLOYEENAME
3) Fallprotectionqualifiedperson:EMPLOYEENAME
d. The fall protection administrator shall identify the competent and qualified persons listed
above.
2.Training
a. Allemployeesworkingatelevationsshallreceivetraininginrecognitionoffallhazards,hazard
mitigation, and the proper use and inspection of fall protection equipment from a competent
person(fallprotection).
b. Theemployeetrainingdescribedaboveshallbecertifiedinwritingbytheemployer.
c. The latest certification documentation shall be maintained by the employer and include the
nameoftheemployee,thedateofthetraining,areastrainedandthesignatureofthetraining
instructorand/ortheemployer.
d. Thedesignatedcompetentperson(fallprotection)conductingtrainingshallbequalifiedinthe
followingareas:
1) Thenatureoffallhazardsintheworkarea.
2) Thecorrectproceduresforinstalling,inspecting,anddisassemblingfallprotectionsystems.
3) Theuseandoperationoffallprotectionsystemstobeused.
4) Eachemployeesroleinthesafetymonitoringsystem,ifthissystemistobeused.
5) Thelimitationsontheuseofmechanicalequipmentonlowsloperoofingjobs.
6) The correct procedures for the handling and storage of equipment and materials and
installationofoverheadprotection.
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7) Eachemployeesroleinthefallprotectionplan.
8) TheOSHAfallprotectionstandard.
e. If COMPANY NAME_ verifies and accepts training provided by another employer, the
certification shall indicate the date COMPANY NAME determined the prior training was
adequateratherthanthedatethetrainingwasperformed.
3.RetrainingofEmployees
a. Employeessuspectedofnothavingtheunderstandingorskillsrequiredshallberetrained.
b. Othercircumstancesthatrequireretraininginclude:
1) Changesintheworkplacethatmakeearliertrainingobsolete.
2) Changesinthetypesoffallprotectionsystemsused.
3) Observedinadequaciesinanemployeesuseorunderstandingoffallprotectionsystems.
4.FallProtectionEquipment
a. FallprotectionequipmentshallmeetallOSHA,applicableANSI,andmanufacturerrequirements
foruse,andbeproperlystoredwhennotinuse.
b. Allfallprotectionequipmentshallbeinspectedbytheuserbeforeeachuseandbyacompetent
person (fall protection) annually in accordance with applicable regulatory standards or per
manufacturersrecommendations,whicheverismorestringent.
c. Annual inspections of fall protection equipment shall be documented and meet the following
criteria:
1) Allfallprotectiveequipmenttoincludesafetyharnesses,droplines,lifelines,fallarrest,as
well as positioning lanyards, ladder safety climb, and rigid rail sleeves (e.g., Skates, Rope
Grabs)shallbeinspected.
2) Selfretracting lanyards shall be visually inspected and checked according to the
manufacturers recommendations to ensure there are no obvious signs of damage due to
wearandtear.
3) Allequipmentshallhaveamanufacturersserialnumberonit(e.g.,tag,webbing)oritshall
beserializedbyusingamethodnotdestructivetotheequipment.
4) Maintenance servicing must only be completed by the manufacturers approved service
technician,trainedtorepairandservicetheirequipment.
d. A documented equipment tracking system that uses the method identified from 4.c(3) above
shallbeused.
e. Any fall protection equipment that is missing an inspection tag or is past due for annual
inspectionshallbeimmediatelyremovedfromservice.
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5.ListofAttachments
a. Listofidentifiedfallhazards.
b. Listofallprotectionmethodstobeusedtoprotectemployeesfromtheidentifiedfallhazards.
c. List of controls, limitations, constraints, and procedures to be used with the fall protection
methods.
d. Listofemployeestrainedandauthorizedtoworkinareaswherefallprotectionisrequired.
e. Writtencertificationoffallprotectiontrainingforeachemployee.
f.
Asignaturepagewhereeveryemployeeauthorizedtoworkundertheplansignstoindicatethat
theyhavereadandunderstoodtheplan.
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SAFETYPLAN

I. General Statement of Safety Policy:

Key Safety Management Personnel

II. General Work Rules

Ramps, runways, ladders or stairs as means of access/egress must be within 25 feet of an

III. General Rules and Topics for Safety Briefings

IV. Hazardous Communication Program

VI. Disciplinary Policy

Appendix 1. Environmental Plan

Appendix 2: Hazardous Substance Spill Response Procedure Kennedy

Appendix 3: Safety/Hazardous Chemical Forms

Heard Construction Environmental Manager or Project Manager is to review and understand

Appendix 4: General Safety Rules United Space Alliance

Appendix 5: Weather Warnings Kennedy Space Center

Appendix 6: Kennedy Space Center/NASA Fall Protection Procedural

A secure point of attachment for lifelines, lanyards, or deceleration

Employee required to use fall protection in performance of their work

The process to determine that criteria established by a designated

Employee trained and certified in fall protection and who is capable of

A device which is used to couple (connect) parts of the personal fall

The additional vertical distance a falling employee travels, excluding

A fall protection system that has been designed and approved by a

A system designed to stop one or more persons from striking a lower

Any equipment, device, or system that prevents an accidental fall from

Policy and guidelines established by an organization to protect all

A fall protection system that prevents them from reaching an

An opening measuring 12 inches or more in its least dimension in any

The vertical displacement of the fall arrest attachment point on the

The edge of a floor, roof, or formwork for a floor or other

All motor or humanpropelled wheeled equipment used for roofing

A roof with metal surface that engineering has determined is load

An anchor point for which no engineering calculations have been

Preventive maintenance (PM), repair of equipment on roofs such as

Fall protection by the use of a guardrail system or personal fall

A passageway for persons elevated above the surrounding floor or

A system in which a competent monitor is responsible for recognizing

A low protective barrier that prevents material and equipment from

Employee trained and certified as a Tower Climber and who, by

Any side or edge (except at entrances to points of access) of

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