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APPENDIX 2
Assessor’s marking sheet
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Sheet number 01 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 02 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 03 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 04 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
Sheet number 05 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(5) Location : Outdoor Sports field - 1) Provide suitable respiratory mask to 1 day
light pole foundation workers
Sheet number 06 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 07 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 08 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 09 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(9) Location : Concrete Cubes storage (1) Flush the stagnant & contaminated 2 hours
Tank near services block water in tank
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.
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 10 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
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
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 11 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 12 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 13 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 14 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 15 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 16 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 17 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(17) Location : Reception Block at (1) Stop the work and provide suitable 1 day
Ground floor respiratory mask to workers.
Sheet number 18 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 19 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 20 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 21 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
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
Sheet number 22 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
Sheet number 23 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
Sheet number 24 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
Sheet number 25 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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
APPENDIX 3
Sheet number 26 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(27) Location : All levels at building zone This is a good practice as it provides for
A&B controlling fire at workplace.
(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
Sheet number 27 of 27
Place inspected GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of inspection 21/09/2017
(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.
Executive Summary
Conclusions
Location GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of review 21/09/2017
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.
(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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Location GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of review 21/09/2017
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.
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
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
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 :
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.
Location GEMS Nations Academy Construction Site, Dubai Date of review 21/09/2017
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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Main Findings
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
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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Main Findings
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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(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
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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(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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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.
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(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
(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
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(2) Arrange for a chute system Chute system = 10000 AED Medium 28 / 09 / 2017
for disposal of construction
waste
Total Cost = 10500 AED
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(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
(4) Regular monitoring by Appoint full time safety observer/ Medium 28 / 09 / 2017
competent person steward