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NEBOSH International General Certificate

in Occupational Health and Safety

UNIT GC3: HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL


APPLICATION

Student Name: AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA

Student Number: 00380361

Date of Submission: 06-10-2017


APPENDIX 1
GC3 – The Health and Safety Practical Application

Candidate and course provider declarations:

For completion by the candidate:

I declare that the work submitted for this practical application assessment ie. the completed observation sheets
and the report to management, is my own work. I recognise that contravention of this statement constitutes
malpractice and may result in my being subject to the penalties set out in the NEBOSH Malpractice policy.

Name (Print) _______________________________

Signature _______________________________

Date _______________________________

For completion by a course provider representative (e.g. internal practical assessor):

I declare that the work marked is identical to that received from the candidate. I recognise that contravention of
this statement constitutes malpractice and may result in my being subject to the penalties set out in the NEBOSH
Malpractice policy.

Name (Print) _______________________________

Signature _______________________________

Date _______________________________

For completion by the course provider’s internal practical assessor:

I declare that I have marked this work and am both qualified and approved by NEBOSH to do so. I recognise
that contravention of this statement constitutes malpractice and may result in my being subject to the penalties
set out in the NEBOSH Malpractice policy.

Name (Print) _______________________________

Signature _______________________________

Date _______________________________

NB: This declaration must be completed in full submitted and retained with the
candidate’s script. If this declaration is not submitted the candidate’s result may be
declared void.
APPENDIX 2
Assessor’s marking sheet

GC3 – THE HEALTH AND


SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Date of practical application Name of assessor

Course provider Course provider


number name

Student number Student name

NEBOSH
Maximum
Assessor’s moderated
marks
Criteria available
marks awarded marks
(if different)

1 Completion of observation sheets

1.1 Range and outline of hazards and consequences 15

Identification of suitable control measures and


1.2 15
timescales

2 Report - Introduction and Executive Summary

Introduction providing an overview of the chosen


2.1 5
area

2.2 Executive summary 5

3 Report - Main findings of the inspection

3.1 Quality of interpretation of findings 15

Identification of possible breaches of international


3.2 5
standards

3.3 Persuasiveness / conciseness / technical content 10

4 Report - Conclusions and Recommendations

Clear and concise conclusions which are clearly


4.1 related to report findings and are effective in 15
convincing management to take action

Recommendations which present realistic actions to


4.2 15
improve health and safety in the chosen area

TOTAL MARKS 100

Grades:
Outcome: PASS (60% or more) REFER (less than 60%)

Date assessed ____ / ____ / ____

Assessor’s signature ______________________

Date received by course provider ____ / ____ / ____

Date received by NEBOSH


(if applicable) _____ / _____ / _____

Assessor’s additional comments on the practical application:

ASSESSED BY (name in block letters) ________________________________________________

The mark sheet must be retained by the Course Provider and sent to NEBOSH only if requested.

NEBOSH USE ONLY

NEBOSH Moderator’s comments:


APPENDIX 3

GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate’s observation


SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 01 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(1) Location : Open area near access (1) Stop the vehicle reversing 4 hours
point ( entry point ) no. 1 movements and provide banksmen
to direct the vehicles safely at site
Hazard (Mechanical) : Reverse
movement of vehicles transporting (2) Install mandatory hazard beacons 4 hours
building materials to the site without and reversing horns for vehicles
hazard beacon, reversing horns and entering the construction site up to
Banksman the building entrance area

Consequence : (3) Provide a separate walkway for the 3 days


There is a risk of workers pedestrians separated by barriers
(pedestrians) being struck by
reversing vehicles causing serious (4) Provide signboards for vehicle 5 days
injury and even death where there movement area, unloading area for
is no reversing horns to alert designated area
pedestrian.
(5) Provide adequate lights for vehicle 5 days
Vehicle reversing without banks movement area during the night
man guidance can lead to collision work
with other vehicles, properties and
workers/visitors can cause property (6) Prepare Logistic plan which showing 1 week
damages, serious physical injury the vehicle movements, parking
and fatality. area, loading/unloading area for the
site.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 02 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(2) Location : Access point (entry point) (1) Stop work at areas directly above 1 hour
no. 1 Zone A the access point on all the floors

Hazard (Workplace) : Workers and (2) Provide a shaded/Covered entrance 3 days


staffs were using a uncovered for the under construction buildings
access to enter the under which can withstand to the force of
construction buildings where the falling objects from upper floors
Block work, plastering works etc., in
progress (3) Install safety nets on above floors in 5 days
different levels to arrest the falling
Consequence : objects.
There is a risk of workers getting
injured from falling materials from (4) Implement personal protective 1 week
upper floors can cause serious equipment like hard hat to be worn
Physical injuries, fracture and by the workers while using the
fatality walkway

(5) Inspect the safety nets and Covered 1 month


walk way regularly
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 03 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(3) Location : Emergency exit route no. (1) Remove and clear the waste 2 hours
4 starting from egress point to the materials and the incoming
corner of the building at zone B materials stored in the exit route.
external area
(2) Install exit route sign boards and 2 days
Hazard (Workplace) : direction sign boards to guide the
Wooden boxes,pellets and plywood different exit routes lead to
are observed at the route to assembly point to avoid the panic
assembly point. Incoming situation.
construction materials like Vinyl
flooring rolls and GRC cladding (3) Create a designated storage area 3 days
components are found stacked in for stacking of incoming materials
the exit route which may create a
bottle necking situation during the (4) Mock up drills shall be conducted to 5 days
emergency or fire alarm. create a awareness and to check
the effectiveness
Consequence :
(5) Dedicated housekeeping team to be 1 week
It will cause tripping to the workers provided to remove the waste
with loose items like plywood, who materials on daily basis.
are using this path causing fracture,
broken bones and fatality to
workers. (6) Monitor the exit routes for any 1 Month
obstruction regularly
This will cause slow exit of
personnel during emergency
evacuation and congestion may
lead to person falling and running
over by fellow workers. This will
lead to fatality or serious physical
injuries to workers.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 04 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(4) Location : Outdoor Sports field - (1) Barricade the sides of the pit 03 hours
light pole foundation and entry to the pit by workers to
be restricted
Hazard (Mechanical) : A 6 X 6
metre Excavation pit, 3.2 metre (2) Install warning signs and flash 05 hours
deep has been made for flood light beacons around the excavation
foundation in sandy -silty soil pit area
without proper slope. Where the
heavy construction vehicles were (3) Install a temporary shoring for 2 weeks
working nearby. excavation pit to Avoid the soil
collapse
Consequence :
(4) Provide proper access and 2 weeks
The sides of the excavated pit may egress for excavation pit
collapse due to instability caused by
improper slope, can lead to workers (5) Provide safety induction and Tool 3 weeks
inside the pit shall be entrapped in box talk on excavation works and
soil. emergence response procedure

The construction vehicles may fell (6) Monitor and supervise the 1 month
down due to instability of soil will excavation pit works by
cause Major injuries, disabilities and competent staff
fatal to workers who working inside
the excavation pit.

Improper slope may violate the local


regulatory requirements which lead
to Penalty from Local authorities.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 05 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(5) Location : Outdoor Sports field - 1) Provide suitable respiratory mask to 1 day
light pole foundation workers

Hazard (Hazardous Substance ) : 2) Provide proper PPE’s like leather 1 day


gloves, goggles to workers
Workers are using flame torch to
heat and stick bituminous 3) Provide fire extinguishers and fire 1 day
waterproofing membrane layer, blanket near to that working place
which produce fumes and smokes.
Where the workers are working 4) Prepare a duty rotation plan to reduce 3 days
without proper respiratory the exposure time to fumes and
equipments and other PPE’s like smoke
goggles, hand gloves etc., can
cause a respiratory problems, heat 5) Implement a Permit to work system 1 week
injuries. for Hot works

Consequence : 6) Training and safety induction to be 3 weeks


provided for workers on Handling of
The worker is prone to burn injury suitable PPE’s and Hot work.
caused by direct contact with flame

The workers may affected by


nausea and suffocation and
respiratory problems, lung cancer
due to long exposure due to Fume
inhalation.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 06 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(6) Location : Underground water tank 1) Stop the activity and conduct the air 2 hours
at external area near Multipurpose quality test in underground tank prior
Hall to commencement of work by gas
detector.
Hazard : ( Hazardous Substance)
2) Provide Mechanical ventilation and 2 days
Glass reinforced Plastic (GRP) fresh air to maintain the oxygen level
lining is in progress inside the inside the tank
underground tank (confined space)
where the work has been carried 3) Monitor the air quality periodically to 3 days
out without supervision and ensure the oxygen level and toxic
ventilation, this GRP lining will gases level.
produce toxic gases during the
installation which is harmful to 4) Provide suitable PPE’s like respiratory 5 days
workers face mask or breathing apparatus

Consequence : 5) Job rotation to be planned to avoid 1 week


the long exposure to toxic gases
There is a risk from low oxygen
levels and hazardous fumes and 6) Implement a Permit to work system 1 week
toxic gases from chemicals, resin
and solvents, due to no ventilation 7) Work should be carried out under 2 week
provided in underground tank supervision of competent person
which can affect workers health
upon inhalation like nausea and 8) Conduct Safety induction and TBT to 1 month
unconsciousness or asphyxiation, workers for Confined Space work
drowning, dizziness, fatigue and
respiratory problems.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 07 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(7) Location : Multipurpose hall floor (1) Barricade around the badminton 2 hours
courts area
Hazard : ( Workplace )
(2) Allow entry to only flooring works 2 hours
There is a sudden level change of workers to the area
100 mm between the concrete
screed flooring for badminton court (3) Install warning signs for trip hazards 4 hours
and surrounding areas. Due to this
uneven level will lead to slip, trip (4) Provide wedges with proper slope for 1 day
and fall hazard to workers entry and exit to the court area

Consequence : (5) Provide indications on the floor to 3 days


Workers might trip over due to alert workers.
sudden change in levels causing
physical injury like broken bones
especially in hand, wrist or arm.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 08 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(8) Location : Corners at the backside (1) Employ a full-time banks man or a 4 hours
of main building , zone A external observer to direct the vehicles
area manoeuvring in the area

Hazard : ( Mechanical ) (2) Install warning signboards visible to 1 day


Moving vehicles and construction both drivers and pedestrians
machinery like hydraulic crane, JCB
excavator and loaders at corners (3) Use of hazard beacons and horns to 1 day
and back side of the main building be made compulsory while driving in
where those spots were not visible that area
to drivers and pedestrian which is
blind spot (4) Install a corner mirror at a suitable 3 days
location to aid the driver
Consequence :
There is a greater risk of being (5) Provide a walkway to workers 5 days
struct and running over by moving (pedestrians) separated by barriers
vehicles and construction
machinery , causing serious injury, (6) Provide adequate training to the driver 1 week
disabilities and fatality to workers.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 09 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(9) Location : Concrete Cubes storage (1) Flush the stagnant & contaminated 2 hours
Tank near services block water in tank

Hazard :(Housekeeping) (2) Sanitise by treating with germicidal 1 day


and anti-bacterial chemicals, and
Stagnant water is found in the wash the tank
cubes storage tank with algal
growth and foul smell (3) Pour fresh water into the tank 1 day

Consequence : (4) Change water in the tank regularly 1 month

Workers coming into the contact (5) Monitor and check the water quality 1 month
with the water or entering the tank on regular basis
to collect concrete cubes are
susceptible for bacterial and fungal
infects to skin and other parts of
body.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 10 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(10) Location : Staircase well at zone A, (1) Close the staircase access to workers 2 hours
1st - 3rd floor and barricade the area with access
prohibited signboard.
Hazard : (Edge Protection)
(2) Edge of the complete staircase to be 2 days
Guard rails are not provided at the protected by provision of guardrails
staircases, which are used by and toe boards made with steel pipes
workers for accessing various floors and other scaffolding materials.

Consequence : (3) Implement a permit system for edge 1 week


protection removal to control the
This may cause workers to fall from unauthorized removal
the unguarded edge of the staircase
causing Serious physical injuries, (4) Regularly inspect and monitor the 1 month
fracture and fatality guard rails and toe board in staircases

The materials or tools may fell down (5) Provide training and TBT for all 1 month
can cause a serious injuries like workers on edge protection.
broken bones, fracture and death to
workers who working under that
staircase area
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 11 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(11) Location : Room at zone B ,ground (1) Shift the chemicals temporarily to a 4 hours
floor room where with Air conditioners are
available and temperatures in the
Hazard : (Fire Hazard) range of 25 – 27 degrees Celsius can
be maintained
Chemicals like paint , thinner , vinyl
adhsives are found stored in a 8 X (2) Provide Air conditioned / temperature 2 days
10 metre room in ambient controlled chemical storage area to
temperature, whereas as per the store chemicals at site. The store size
meanufacturer's recommendations, should be adequate to provide for
temperature of 25 degrees celsius safe handling of the materials.
must be maintained for storage.
Because of uncontrolled (3) Material Safety and Data sheets 3 days
temperature can deteriorate the (MSDS) of all materials to be
chemicals and lead to explosion, available outside the store room
smoke or fire.
(4) Fire Fighting equipments and 1 week
Consequence : breathing apparatus should be
provided in store.
Improper storage of chemicals in
the storage room can lead to (5) Training to store staff on the storage, 2 weeks
deteriorate and lead to fire / handling and maintenance
explosion and toxic gas formation requirements of the store room
which may result into property
damage, burn injuries or fatality to
workers. who accessing the store (6) Monitor the Store temperature and 1 month
room can affected by respiratory implement a log system to ensure the
issues due to inhalation of toxic effectiveness.
gases and smoke.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 12 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(12) Location : Auditorium roof - steel (1) Barricade the work area below the 2 hours
structure steel structure welding works with
signage
Hazard : (Fire Hazard)
(2) Protect the material stored in the 5 hours
Welding of steel structure elements auditorium with fire blanket
are carried out in roof and welding
sparks are falling down, Where (3) Shift the easily flammable material 1 day
wooden flooring materials and from that area
retractable seats cushions were
stored below which is easily (4) Provide the Fire fighting equipments 5 hours
flammable material. in welding area

Consequence : (5) Suitable PPE’s should be used like 1 day


Leather gloves, Face shield, etc.,
Sparks and metal particles ejected
as a result are directly falling on to (6) Check and ensure the welding 3 days
the stored wooden flooring and machine calibration prior to
retractable seats cushion can ignite commencement of work at site
a fire, which may lead to fire on the
property and serious burn injury or (7) Implement Hot work permit system 1 week
fatality to workers who working in to control the work
that area.
(8) Check and verify the competency 1 week
certificate of Welders

(9) Works should be carried out under 3 weeks


competent supervision and provide
fire watcher
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 13 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(13) Location : Zone A First floor (1) Remove the improper connection 4 hours
immediately by electrician and
Hazard : ( Fire Hazard) conduct the Tool box talk all
staffs for safe connection of
Electrical Distribution Boxes (DB) electrical sockets.
are not protected (open) and
workers can be seen plugging in to (2) Provide doors with lock for 1 day
power supply themselves and Electrical Distribution boxes and
improper connections made by implement the lock off and tag
them. out procedures to restrict the
access
Consequence :
(3) Use approved electrical sockets 3 days
Due to improper connection may and connectors in DB.
lead to short circuit or excess load
may result into fire. It may damage (4) Suitable PPE’s should be used 3 days
the entire property and workers like rubber gloves and safety
may affected by fire and Smoke like shoes etc.,
burn, dizziness, fatigue,
unconsciousness and fatality. (5) Provide training to the workers 3 weeks
on the safety rules related to the
This creates the risks of the workers taking power from distribution
getting electric shock or boxes.
electrocution may lead to cardiac
arrest, fatality, muscle, tissue and
nerve destruction, thermal burn
from contact of electrical source.
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 14 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(14) Location : Library room at Zone A (1) Trailing cables on floor to be re- 1 day
Ground Floor corridor routed to overhead level by non
conductors like PVC/ Rubber clamp
Hazard : ( Electrical ) or Wooden post

Electrical cables are drawn on the (2) Provide temporary wooden trench 3 day
floor from the socket board for fan on floors for electrical cable travels
and temporary lights where the across the corridors.
workers were moving around that
area. (3) Double insulted electrical cable shall 2 weeks
be recommended to use
Consequence :
(4) Prepare the cable management plan 2 weeks
The trailing cables can cause
workers legs get entangled and (5) Monitor and check regularly for 1 month
tripping over as a result of this and trailing cables and damages.
cause physical injury like fracture or
bone breaking and even fatality

Electrical cable may damaged by


the workers may lead to electrical
shock to workers, thermal burn from
contact of electrical source
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SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 15 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(15) Location : Service Block at external (1) Stop any activity going on near 1 hour
area back side of zone B the dismantling area to eliminate
other worker’s exposure to noise.
Hazard : ( Hazardous Substance)
(2) Provide ear plugs or ear muffs to 1 day
Loud Noise generated due to the workers carrying out
dismantling of the concrete beam dismantling operation
by hand held vibratory Hammer
(Jackhammer) without the suitable (3) Provide appropriate PPE’s like
PPE’s like Ear plug, goggles, Face goggles, overall, Hand gloves 3 days
mask and Hand gloves and broken etc.,
concrete piece can hit the workers
(4) Provide frequent job break (30 1 week
Consequence : minutes every 4 hours )

Workers and operators exposed to (5) Introduce job rotation to the 1 week
long durations can suffer from workers working with vibratory
temporary or permanent noise and loud noise causing
induced hearing loss, nerve equipments
damage and complications like 1 month
tinnitus. (6) Provide training on the working
on the safe systems of work
Broken concrete pieces from the while dismantling concrete
breaking can hit to any body parts members
like eye, face etc., may lead to
physical injuries.
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Sheet number 16 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(16) Location : Service Block at external (1) Barricade the area around the 5 hours
area back side of zone B area on the slab where dowels
bars pop out
Hazard : ( Workplace )
(2) Install Signboards for the sharp 1 day
Vertical dowels ( steel from raft) for edges and unauthorized access
precast walls are present on the prohibitated
grade slab upto a height of 500 –
600 mm without any protection like (3) Provide PVC caps on the top of 2 days
covering of sharp edges and/ the reinforcement to minimise the
barricade that area injuries upon impact

Consequence : (4) Delicate responsibility to cover 1 week


the sharp edges by PVC cover
There is a risk of cut, penetration to
body injuries and even death as a (5) Inspect and monitor the edge 1 month
result of workers falling over it protection and barrication on
regular basis
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Sheet number 17 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(17) Location : Reception Block at (1) Stop the work and provide suitable 1 day
Ground floor respiratory mask to workers.

Hazard : (Hazardous Substances) (2) Restrict the movement of workers in 2 days


the reception block area other than
Generation of large amounts of dust operator of the scraping machine
in the workplace due to operation of
Concrete scraping machine for (3) Mechanical ventilation / Exhaust fan 4 days
correction of concrete floor level, to be provided to extract the dust from
where the workers working without work place.
respiratory mask
(4) Replace the scraping machine with a
Consequences : modern one fitted with a vacuum 1 month
machine and suction pipe to control
Respiratory problems and long term the dust generation and spread.
exposure can lead to lung cancer
due to inhaling the dust produced (5) Plan this work activity in night shift 1 month
by concrete scraping machine. where there is no worker working in
that area
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Sheet number 18 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(18) Location : 3rd floor (roof) zone B (1) Collect and stack the Deshuttered 1 day
form work properly with barrication
Hazard : ( Workplace ) and sign board

De-shuttered formwork used for (2) Remove the iron nails from the 3 days
slabs and columns are found lying deshuttered plywood. Return the
on the floor with rusted nails still iron nails to foreman and dispose
on. the unusable iron nails to the
nearest waste bin
Consequence :
(3) Provide safety shoes, hand gloves 3 days
It can cause serious Plantar and necessary PPE’s
puncture injuries to workers feet
due to stepping on it and physical (4) Work should be carried out under 1 week
contact while handling leading to supervision
puncture wound and lead to tetanus
infection. (5) Provide first aid kid in storage area 1 week

(6) Provide training to workers on 1 month


deshuttering with an emphasis on
removal of iron nails
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Sheet number 19 of 27

Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(19) Location : Classrooms at Zone A on (1) Provide additional helpers to the 1 day
First floor masons for lifting the blocks from
heap to wall area, and these
Hazard : (Ergonomic) helpers to changed frequently
(job rotation for the workers)
Block work installation is going on
for internal and external walls, (2) Arrange for 15 minute breaks 1 day
which requires manual handling of every 2 hours
16-18 kg solid blocks, and lifting to
lay on the wall. (3) Provide handling aids like trolleys 3 days

Consequence : (4) Provide training to the masons 3 days


and helpers on the health issues
Masons & other workers are prone due to manual handling and
to suffer from shoulder , neck and precautionary measures.
back pain due to manual handling.
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Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(20) Location : Zone A 1st & 2nd Floor (1) Cover the opening with plywood 1 day
near lift area at least 18 mm thick.

Hazard :.( Edge Protection ) (2) Provide barricade around the 3 days
opening by scaffold materials
A 1.2X 1 m Opening sleeve and provide sign board
(opening ) is observed on the slab
for for MEP services which is not (3) Implement permit system for 1 week
barricaded may lead to workers fell edge protection removal to
down in the opening control unauthorized removal or
access.
Consequence :
(4) Competent supervisor should 1 week
Workers can fall into to the opening monitor the work and ensure the
and legs or body may get trapped edge protection
causing physical injury, fracture /
broken bone and even fatality (5) Training and safety induction to 1 month
be provided for all staff and
Materials or tools may fall down workers on Edge protection
through this opening can injure like
fracture, cut injuries and even death
to workers working below
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Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(21) Location : Swimming pool (1) Employ a full-time observer or a 1 hour


safety steward near the
Hazard : ( Workplace ) swimming pool

Water is stored to full capacity of (2) Barricade the sides of the pool 4 hours
the pool ( 1.8 m max depth ) for
integrity testing and leakage (3) Inform and train about the 1 day
detection, where the works were hazards of working near the pool
working nearby to be included in the tool box talk

Consequence : (4) Install signboards highlighting the 1 day


depth of water and drowning
Workers walking close to edges hazard
might fall, and those without
knowledge of swimming may (5) Arrange for a certified lifeguard 1 week
drown. with adequate knowledge &
training on rescue
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Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(22) Location : Corridor at Gound floor (1) Seal the work area & Control the 2 hours
zone A movement of workers through
the corridors other than painters
Hazard : ( Hazardous Substance)
(2) Install warning signs of the 3 hours
Primer coat of Paint application is hazardous activity
done using spray painting, where
the painters using general purpose (3) Painters to be provided with 3 days
face mask and spray machine respiratory protection systems
producing paint fumes and goggles suited for the
painting activity.
Consequence :
(4) Install a mechanical ventilation 1 week
Workers might inhale the mists / system to suck the paint fumes.
fumes of paint and develop nausea,
headaches and respiratory diseases (5) Install the hazardous substance 1 week
detector to monitor the painting
Paint fumes may contact with area for Hazardous substance
workers eye can lead eye irritation, presence
eye burn and pain.
(6) Provide eye wash station near to 1 week
Painting area

(7) Carry out the work under 2 weeks


competent person supervision

(8) Monitoring of the health of the 1 month


painters involved in spray
painting regularly.
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Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(23) Location : Corridor at Ground floor (1) Introduce 15 minute breaks for the 1 day
zone A gypsum board installers every 2
hours
Hazard : (Ergonomic)
(2) Arrange for Mobile elevated working 1 week
False ceiling Works are being platforms like Scissor Lifts where the
carried by Workers fixing gypsum working height can be adjusted to
boards with metal frame beneath allow for comfortable position for
slab while looking upwards position executing the work.
most of the time and also
overreaching sometimes as the (3) Introduce job rotation to limit the 2 weeks
working platform is fixed exposure to WRULD hazards.

Consequence : (4) Conduct training and Tool box talk 1 month


on WRULD hazards for workers
This might cause musculoskeletal
problems like neck and back pain (5) Monitor and check the workers 1 month
due to longer periods of working in health issues related to WRULD’s
a look-up and standing position. and suggest the duty rotation.
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Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(24) Location : External Area near zone


A (1) Stop the access for the tower 1 hour
scaffold.
Hazard : ( Working at height )
(2) Mark up the buffer zone and 1 day
Tower scaffold upto second floor Barricade the area for protection
has been set up without rakers to to workers nearby
carry out texture paint patch repair
works , which cannot be connected (3) Arrange the 3rd party inspection 1 week
or fixed securely to the wall to check the Tower scaffold
stability and design prior to use
Consequence :
(4) Competent Scaffold foremen to 1 week
The tower is at a risk of toppling be used to erect the Tower
over causing serious injury to scaffold
workers
(5) Implement a Tag System and 1 week
should be verified by the
competent person to control the
access of Tower scaffold.

(6) Training and safety induction to 1 month


be provided for all workers on
Tower scaffolding works.
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Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(25) Location : External Open Area (1) Stop the dumping of construction 2 hours
between buildings Zone A and waste from the floors
Zone B
(2) Arrange for temporary means of 1 day
Hazard : ( Working at height ) collecting and shifting of waste by
trolleys to the ground
Dumping of construction waste from
1st and 2nd floor is done throwing (3) Arrange for a chute system for 1 week
directly to the heap of undisposed disposal of construction waste
waste on ground
(4) Cover and barricade the construction 1 week
Consequence : waste yard by safety green net to
prevent the material ejection due to
Materials like metal and concrete rebound
lumps may rebound upon impact
and hit workers in the vicinity (5) Arrange training for housekeeping 1 month
causing injury like cut, penetration workers on disposal of waste from
in body, fracture and even fatality floors
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Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(26) Location : Corridors and classroom This is a good practice.


areas at all levels
(1) Electrician to check the working As Continuous
Observation : Provision of sufficient condition of lights and change
lighting by means of portable tube any fused lights regularly
lights stands , which allows the
workers to work efficiently and
safely.

(27) Location : All levels at building zone This is a good practice as it provides for
A&B controlling fire at workplace.

Observation : Provision of different (1) Fire extinguishers log which As Continuous


type of fire extinguishers – water , contains the type of extinguisher
dry powder and carbon dioxide with and expiry date checking and
pressure gauge details filling. A verification sign
Sheet is also pasted on the wall
giving details of trained fire fighters
in day and night shifts and
emergency contact numbers.

(28) Location : Zone A roof This is a good practice as the ladder is As Continuous
more secure and provides better
Observation : protection while climbing up and down

Workers of Air Handling units and


ducts are seen using ladders fitted
with hand rails and hooks on the
top for connection
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Student name AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA Student number 00380361

Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017

Observations Control measures Timescale


Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(29) Location : Workers Dining Area This is a good practice as it fulfils one of As Continuous
the basic staff welfare requirements laid
Observation : down by the Dubai municipality.

The area is air conditioned and (1) Implement a periodic


hygienic conditions are maintained maintenance for air condition to
by employing 2 workers on job ensure the effectiveness and
rotation like clean floors, and tables efficiency of air condition
and daily removal of food waste. A (2) Implement housekeeping
washing station is provided for inspection log signed by the
cleaning of cup, plates etc. supervisor to maintain a record
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Student number ________________________________

Location ______________________________________ Date of review / /

Structure report under the following headings:

Introduction including overview of area inspected and activities taking place

Executive Summary

Main findings of the inspection

Conclusions

Recommendations – include as a table in the following format:

Recommendation Likely resource implications Priority Target date


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Location GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of review 21/09/2017

Introduction including overview of area inspected and activities taking place

A Health & Safety inspection was carried out at the Chicago Construction Co. LLC’s
construction site – “GEMS Nations Academy” located at Al Barsha, Dubai (UAE) on 21st
September 2017.The time of inspection was between 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

This is a School Building Project being developed by GEMS Education and consists of 2
G+3 storey buildings, a 650 persons capacity Auditorium, 50 m Swimming pool, Indoor
Multipurpose/Sports Hall, Football Ground & Bus and Car Park. The construction began in
January 2017 and works are in full swing to meet the deadline for handing over, which is
expected in the mid of Dec 2017. So far, Building Structural works have been completed
and MEP & Architectural works are ongoing.

The following activities were in progress at the time of inspection:

(1) Building Blocks. False Ceiling, Internal Walls Painting, fixing of wooden doors and
aluminium windows, Dry Wall partitions, Block and Plaster, laying of
wall tiles and partitions in the toilets, Lights installation, Installation of
handrails in staircases, installation of HVAC machines on roof, chillers

(2) External Works Laying of stone base course, flood light foundations, Installation of
interlocks and kerbstone

While most of the works were being executed by the main contractor Chicago Construction
Co. LLC, subcontractors have been appointed for specialised works of the works such as
MEP, External Insulation & Painting. The work is carried out in 2 shifts. Day Shift is between
07:00 am – 07:00 pm and Night Shift is between 07:00 pm – 07:00 am. On the day of
inspection, a total of 21 staff and 418 workers of the main contractor and subcontractors
were working at site.

Workers were using hand held tools such as hammer, chisel, axe and power-driven tools.
Many machineries and equipments have been utilised at site ; the major ones being 200 T
mobile crane, JCB Excavator cum Backhoe, Welding Machines, Oxy acetylene torch,
Concrete Jackhammer, Drilling machine, Grinding Machine, Plaster Spray machine,
Concrete Mixer, Surface Milling machine etc. Scaffolding has been erected at various
location to facilitate work.
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Introduction including overview of area inspected and activities taking place

The purpose of the inspection was to assess the risk and hazards at the workplace &
highlight the areas of concern including non-compliance to Health and Safety standards at
the site. Inspection was conducted based on the visual observation, interviewing workforce
and checking documents at site. The inspection focussed on (1)Workplace and the working
environment; (2)Machinery & Vehicles; (3)Working Methods & Safety procedures; (5)Welfare
Facilities (6) Statutory & Authority requirements. I have identified several hazards and their
control measures which are required to ensure safety and fulfil legal requirements. The
serious ones that need immediate attention are highlighted in the main findings. Whereas
non-compliance to Authority requirements might result in penalties and stoppage of work, it
must be emphasized that we have a moral obligation to create a safe and healthy workplace
as it not only protects workers from injury and illness, it can also lower injury/illness costs,
reduce absenteeism and turnover, increase productivity and quality, and raise employee
morale.
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Executive Summary

The main objective of the Health & Safety visit was to identify hazards that posed a risk to
worker’s safety. This report identifies the hazards and areas which require action. Some of
them are serious and require management’s immediate attention as these not only pose
serious risks to safety but also violations to the following local authority laws are observed.
The important ones are listed in this report which also includes the control measures,
timescale and approximate costs.

. Key issues found in the construction area are highlighted below :

 Distribution boxes without doors which are easily accessible to workers, where there
is a possibility of worker getting electric shock or overloaded distribution box getting
heated up and cause fire. By providing doors and locks arrangement and controlling
the access to distribution box to only electricians will reduce the hazards

 Uncovered walkway at the access point of the building where workers are
susceptible to get injured from falling material from above floors. By erecting a cover
above the walkway will minimize the risks to the workers

 Storage of flammable chemicals at ambient temperature which is above the


recommended storage temperature might cause fire and damage property and
endanger workers lives in the vicinity. A temperature controlled storage room is
required as a control measure.

 Collection/deposition of construction waste on ground by throwing from the higher


levels to the waste heap poses a serious risk to the safety of workers. Provision of a
chute system to allow safe collection of waste on the ground level is required.

 GRP lining work (internal Waterproofing) being carried out inside the underground
water tank (confined space) without the provision of fresh air supply poses a risk of
suffocation and unconsciousness due to improper ventilation & presence of VOC’s.
Monitoring for oxygen levels and supply of fresh air will help in reducing the hazards.

The suggestions made in this report are meant for direct implementation by all staff &
workers and has a little impact on the progress and cost. By implementing the control
measures and adopting the safe work practices will reduce the risk of incidents/accidents at
the work site and improve the health and safety culture within the workplace which will help
to protect workers, property and company’s public image. This leads to increased efficiency
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Executive Summary

and productivity of the workers. A lot of time and money associated with accident
investigation and compensation claims will be saved.

Failure to implement the suggestion on the other hand will retain the workplace hazards and
risks leading to incidents/accidents causing monetary loss, damage to reputation and
imposition of penalties and fines by authorities. This will make a negative impact to the
financial success of the organization. The company management should also consider
humanity aspect and provide safe workplace on moral grounds.
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Main Findings

(1) Distribution Box without door - Electrical hazard ( Observation No: 13 )

Working with live electrical systems is often considered a high risk. All the 6 Electrical
Distribution Boxes observed in the corridor area did not have any doors and workers can be
seen plugging in to power supply themselves for electrical sockets and to machines and
appliances. Potential risk of workers getting electrocuted on accidental contact or when
approaching to connect and disconnect. The consequences could be severe and morally
unacceptable. There is another risk of the distribution boxes getting heated up due to
overloading and causing fire in the workplace.

As per ILO C167 Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988 ; Article 26 -
Electricity clearly states that :

 All electrical equipment and installations shall be constructed, installed and


maintained by a competent person, and so used as to guard against danger.

 Before construction is commenced and during the progress thereof adequate steps
shall be taken to ascertain the presence of and to guard against danger to workers
from any live electrical cable or apparatus which is under, over or on the site.

Dubai Emirate Ministerial order no. 32 of 1982 The Determination of Retentive Methods
and Measures for the Protection of workers from the risks Article 9 states that :

 the Employer must undertake preventive measures to protect workers from “Electric
shock or Electrocuting”

Failing to comply with the above requirements can result in action by authorities. The work at
site may be stopped and fines & other actions may be received based on the severity.

As an immediate measure, it is recommended to cover the distribution boxes with insulating


material and taping it thus restricting the access. Workers should be instructed and warned
not to open the covers and ask electrician for any power connection requirement. For a long-
term solution, it is required to provide doors to the distribution boxes and installing a locking
facility. The cost for provision of doors and padlocks come out to be approximately 250 AED
per distribution Box. This will ensure that only authorised personnel like electrician is granted
access to the distribution box.
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Main Findings

Additional measures such as regular monitoring and defect reporting procedure should be
implemented to ensure any damage to DB doors or unlocked doors can be identified and
closed with the help of a competent electrician.
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(2) Uncovered access point to the building zone A – Unsafe condition


(Observation No: 2)

It was observed that workers are using an uncovered access point to enter building block
zone A. Thus, there is no protection from materials falling from above. While internal painting
and plasterwork is going on directly above the access point, there is a risk of tools and other
materials falling from window openings and from the parapet on the roof. This can lead to
minor to serious injuries to workers, staff & visitors due to impact of falling objects.

As per ILO C167 Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988 ; Article 13 - Safety
of Workplaces clearly states that :

 All appropriate precautions shall be taken to ensure that all work places are safe and
without risk of injury to the safety and health of workers.
 Safe means of access to and egress from all workplaces shall be provided and
maintained, and indicated where appropriate.
 All appropriate precautions shall be taken to protect persons present at or in the
vicinity of a construction site from all risks which may arise from such site

Dubai Ministerial order no. 32 of 1982 The Determination of Retentive Methods and
Measures for the Protection of workers from the risks Article 9 states that :

 the Employer must undertake preventive measures to protect workers from “Falling
objects and flying objects”

Hence there is a violation to ILO & Dubai laws, which may result in fines and/or other
authority action due to unsafe workplace condition.

Immediate measures such as stopping work at areas directly above the access point on all
the floors and strictly implementing personal protective equipment like hard hat to be worn
by the workers while using the walkway will reduce the potential of the hazard.

As a long-term measure, construction of a shed from tin sheets and supported by steel pipes
for scaffolding can be made so that the workers are protected from falling objects. This shed
walkway should be extended to safe distance at least 10 metres from the building access
point where risks are minimum. Secondly, Safety nets must be installed above the floor to
collect any falling object; thereby minimising impact on the tin shed used for covering the
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Main Findings

walkway. The cost for installing the tin roof above the walkway will cost 2000 AED
considering the scaffolding material for supporting the roof is already present at the site. The
installation of safety nets will cost 15000 AED. Additionally, safety nets must be inspected for
integrity and debris accumulation. Debris must be cleared from safety nets at regular
intervals.
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Main Findings

(3) Flammable Chemicals stored in ambient temperature – Fire Hazard


(Observation No: 11)

Chemicals like paint, thinner, vinyl adhesives are found stored in a 8 X 10 metre room in the
building at ambient temperature, whereas as per the manufacturer’s recommendations,
temperature of 25 degrees Celsius must be maintained for safe storage. There is risk of fire
can take place and even explosion due to ambient temperature above 37-degree Celsius
causing damage to property and burn injuries to workers including fatality which is not
acceptable.

As per ILO C167 Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988 : Article 29 clearly
states
 The employer shall take all appropriate measures to-(a) avoid the risk of fire;(b)
combat quickly and efficiently any outbreak of fire;(c) bring about a quick and safe
evacuation of persons.

 Sufficient and suitable storage shall be provided for flammable liquids, solids and
gases.

As per UAE Federal Law No. 8 1980 Chapter 5 – Worker’s Safety, Protection, Health and
Social care Article 91 requires
 every employer to take all necessary preventive measures to protect workers from
fire hazards

Owing to this, there is a violation of ILO & UAE Federal Law which may result in fine and
other authority action.

The chemicals should be immediately shifted temporarily to a room where with air
conditioners are available and temperatures can be maintained in the range of 25 – 27
degrees Celsius. As a long-term control measure, arrange for a Chemical store room(s) with
the installation of air conditioning & temperature monitoring devices. The store size should
be adequate to provide for safe handling of the materials. Fire extinguishers to be provided
to control in case of fire. The cost for providing the temperature controlled storage rooms will
be in the range 6200 AED considering 2 nos. of 2- ton AC’s , digital temperature display &
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2 nos. fire extinguishers ( CO2 / DCP) are provided. Also, training to be provided to store
staff on the storage, handling and maintenance requirements of the store room and
chemicals, interpreting Material Safety Data Sheets etc. Additional measures will include
regular monitoring of the Chemicals storage room to check whether storage is done properly
and temperatures are maintained for safe storage.
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Main Findings

(4) Dumping of waste from upper floors waste directly to ground - Unsafe Act
(Observation No: 25)

Falling of objects from height is a serious hazard in any construction site. I observed that
dumping of construction waste from 1st and 2nd floor is done throwing directly to the heap of
undisposed waste on ground. The heap is formed as result of deposition of construction from
the upper floors. The construction waste heap is removed once in 5 -6 days or when it is
huge enough for the waste carrying truck. There is great risk of unsuspecting workers getting
hit from sudden fall of materials from height which may result in serious injury to head and
body; and even death. Materials like metal and concrete lumps may rebound upon impact
and hit workers in the vicinity causing injury. Also, there is a generation of dust upon fall
which is again hazardous to the workers and can invite penalties from Authorities.

As per ILO C167 Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988 ; Article 13 - Safety
of Workplaces clearly states

1. All appropriate precautions shall be taken to protect persons present at or in the


vicinity of a construction site from all risks which may arise from such site

Dubai Ministerial order no. 32 of 1982 The Determination of Retentive Methods and
Measures for the Protection of workers from the risks Article 9 states that the Employer
must undertake preventive measures to protect workers from “Falling objects and flying
objects”

There is a clear violation to International and UAE laws & Dubai Municipality Code of
Construction Safety Practice. The throwing or dumping of waste from upper floors is to be
stopped immediately. The waste collection area should be barricaded. There should be
arrangements for collection and shifting of waste of upper floors by trolleys to the ground.
This will require labour to be deployed full time. As a long-term measure, the company
should arrange for a chute system for disposal of construction waste which is highly
recommended. This system of linked PVC members will cost 10000 AED.

Additional measures should include training / instruction to workers for safe waste disposal,
monitoring housekeeping operations.
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Main Findings

(5) GRP lining works inside Underground Tank – Confined Space & Chemical
Hazard: (Observation No: 25)

Glass Reinforced Plastic lining work (internal waterproofing) was in progress inside the
underground water tank at external area near Multipurpose Hall, which is a confined space.
As no precaution measures are available, there is a risk from low oxygen levels, rising
temperature and hazardous fumes and chemicals from resin and solvents, which can affect
health upon inhalation like nausea, unconsciousness and if remained unattended even
fatality. As the work is going to take minimum 2 weeks to complete, exposure of VOC’s for
long time can have serious impacts on health and cause illness / neurological diseases. As
such, it is not morally acceptable to continue the work in existing conditions.

As per ILO C167 Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988 ; Article 28 - Health
Hazards clearly states

 Where workers are required to enter any area in which a toxic or harmful substance
may be present, or in which there may be an oxygen deficiency, or a flammable
atmosphere, adequate measures shall be taken to guard against danger.

Dubai Local Order 61 of 1991 – Environmental protection and H&S regulations in the
Emirate of Dubai Article 41: use and exposure to chemicals and other dangerous products
mentions necessary steps to be taken to prevent chemical exposure.

The company is in violation of International & Dubai Local Laws which may result in
penalties & other action from authorities such as stoppage of work.

As a control measure, work should be stopped immediately and barricades / no entry sign
boards should be placed. Work should be resumed only after provision of supply of fresh air
using external air pump. Implement Permit to Work systems for work in confined spaces.
The oxygen levels and temperature of the underground tank should be monitored regularly.
The costs for calibrated monitoring devices will cost AED 500 and providing of external
supply of air will cost 6000 AED and Respiratory Protective Equipments will cost 3000 AED.

Additionally, employ a full-time observer to monitor the persons entering and exiting from the
underground tank. The workers especially the painters should be provided with a suitable
respirator for organic fumes, or a breathing apparatus if required, and trainings need to be
provided for safe systems of work to the workers while working in underground tank.
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Conclusion

This Health & Safety inspection was carried out with the sole aim of assessing the Health
and Safety performance in the construction site and identify hazards that posed a risk to
worker’s safety.
Overall, good standards of health and safety are maintained throughout the construction site
and staff welfare facilities like rest area, dining area, first aid room are excellent and conform
to Local Authority requirements. A pleasant work environment has been created and is
demonstrated by the housekeeping standards, provision of lighting etc. which demonstrates
commitment to Health and Safety by the top management and construction team. However,
there are quite a few health and safety discrepancies that need urgent attention of the
management. The immediate and long-term control measures are provided in the report
along with the target dates and cost implications, which is minimal when compared to the
losses faced by company in event of an incident or an accident. I would like to make the
following recommendations:
 All electrical distribution boxes (DB) at site should be provided with doors and
padlocks
 Designate full time electrician at site with access to DB & providing power
connections from DB.
 Provide a covered (shedded) walkway in front building A access point; at least 10
metres
 Provision of safety nets on floors above the access point
 Provision of temperature controlled room for storage of flammable chemicals
 Provide a chute system for disposal of construction waste from higher floors to the
ground
 Provide external air supply and air quality monitoring devices for underground tank
(confined space)
 Implement Permit to work systems for work in underground tank
 Employ full time observer during work in underground tank to monitor person working
inside the tank & entry/exit

The findings present an unsafe condition and could result in injury or a fatality to the workers
which is morally not acceptable. Also, there are breaches to international & UAE / local laws
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Conclusion

like (1) ILO C167 Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988; (2) UAE Federal Law
No. 8 1980; (3) Dubai Local Order 61 of 1991; (4) Dubai Ministerial order no. 32 of 1982. As
a result, the company can incur penalties and disciplinary action from authority bodies which
can affect project progress and monetary loss. This will also impact company’s reputation in
the market. It is recommended that the management works on a plan to mitigate the health
and safety hazards on a priority, develop a positive health and safety culture, which will
reduce the occurrence of incidents and accidents, prevent financial losses due to accidents,
improve work efficiency & productivity and enhance the reputation of the organisation in the
market.
UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA

Location GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of review 21/09/2017

Recommendations (should be written in tabular column only)

Recommendations Likely Resource Implications Priority Target Date


Distribution Box without door
(Observation no. 13)

(1) Provide doors to the  Steel doors = 6 X 150 AED = High 22 / 09 / 2017
distribution boxes with 900 AED
provision of locks  Padlocks = 6 X 25 AED = 150
AED

Total cost = 1050 AED

(2) Site Electrician to be Appoint Electrician at site Medium 31 / 09 / 2017


provided with access to
DB & authorised to give
power connection

Uncovered Walkway at access


point to building
(Observation No: 02)

(1) Cover the walkway at entry  Tin sheets = 2000 AED High 24 / 09 / 2017
point with a shed made  Scaffolding system for support =
from tin sheets up to 10 nil cost as already available at
metres site

(2) Install safety nets on the  Safety Net with anchors on 2 Medium 26 / 09 / 2017
floors floors = 15000 AED

Total Cost = 17000 AED


UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA

Location GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of review 21/09/2017

Recommendations (should be written in tabular column only)

Recommendations Likely Resource Implications Priority Target Date


Flammable Chemicals stored in
ambient temperature
(Observation No: 11)

(1) Create Chemical store  2 X 2 ton AC = 4000 AED High 23 / 09 / 2017


room(s) with the installation  Calibrated Thermometer with
of air conditioning & display = 200 AED
temperature monitoring
devices

(2) Provision of fire  2 Extinguishers = 2000 AED 28 / 09 / 2017


extinguishers
Total Cost = 6200 AED

Dumping of waste from upper


floors waste directly to ground
(Observation No: 25)

(1) Arrange for temporary  Manually Operated. Trolleys = High 22 / 09 / 2017


means of collecting and 2 X 250 AED = 500 AED
shifting of waste by trolleys
to the ground

(2) Arrange for a chute system  Chute system = 10000 AED Medium 28 / 09 / 2017
for disposal of construction
waste
Total Cost = 10500 AED
UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number AJAY KUMAR HAZARIKA

Location GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of review 21/09/2017

Recommendations (should be written in tabular column only)

Recommendations Likely Resource Implications Priority Target Date


GRP lining works inside
Underground Tank
(Observation No: 06)

(1) Arrange for external supply  Air Pump and ducts = 6000 AED High 24 / 09 / 2017
of fresh air using external
air pump

(2) Monitor the oxygen levels  Oxygen Level Meter = 300 AED High 25 / 09 / 2017
and temperature regularly  Calibrated Thermometer = 200
AED

(3) Provide respiratory  Respirator Masks = 10 X 300 Medium 28 / 09 / 2017


protective like a suitable AED = 3000 AED
respirator for organic fumes
Total Cost = 9500 AED

(4) Regular monitoring by  Appoint full time safety observer/ Medium 28 / 09 / 2017
competent person steward

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