Shamrock Valley Ent Ltd

Worker Orientation
Welcome to the Team
Did I Mention there is a test at the end.
 Come Join Us!
• CONTACT SHAMROCK VALLEY
Elk Point Office
• P.O. Box 4279 Elk Point, AB T0A 1A0
Edmonton Office Highway 41 South of Elk  Point   14 Acheson
Road P.O. Box 505
   1-780-724-3177 Ask for Safety ex#6
• Should there be any questions or should any further
information be required, please feel free to contact up by
phone or via email. We look forward to future
opportunities.
• Murry Nielsen
President, Shamrock Valley Enterprises Ltd.
 History 24 plus years strong
• Shamrock Valley Enterprises is a family owned and operated
company that takes pride in the quality of our work, the timeliness
in completing our work and in creating value for our clients. With
our extensive experience in serving the needs of our clients in the
Alberta, Shamrock Valley has area offices in Edmonton and Elk
Point to provide more cost efficient services to those area
producers. The company tries to hire local personnel in the area
they work, which helps create a meaningful and long term
relationship with those communities.
• We are pleased to provide clients with not only skilled personnel,
but also modern, well maintained equipment to maximize our
performance during construction.
• We employ licensed heavy duty mechanics to maintain our fleet.
Repairs are done thoroughly, so as not to compromise safety. Oils
and other contaminants are collected and disposed of in a
responsible and ecological manner. 
 1985 and Still Strong
• Shamrock Valley Enterprises Ltd. was
established in 1985 and primarily worked in
the Petroleum Industry for its first few years
in business. It has since grown into an
established general grading and excavating
company in the Heavy Civil Construction
Industry.
 What is the Initial
Probationary Period?
• All new employees typically serve a 3-month
probationary period (except at-will status).
• Working-test portion of the employment
process: employees can see if Shamrock Valley
Ent. Ltd is right for them and Shamrock Valley
Ent. Ltd will see if employee is good fit.
• Considered at-will and the working relationship
may be terminated at any time, at the will of
either party.
Responses

Rotten Apples

Make Sure You Used

the Right Approach &
Get Referrals

Some Will,
Will Some Won’t,
Won’t So What…
What
NEXT!
 Key Information
• Company information
• Benefits information after three month
• Job information what do you do for us
 What does HR cover?
• Online training
requirements
• Safety and Security
• Review of Employee
time booklet
• Compensation system
• How to access pay stubs
• Ensure employee has
follow up Benefits appt.
 What we do and why we need your
safety
In conjunction with our Safety Certificate C.O.R.
Certificate of Recognition in Safety we do the
following:
• Oilfield Construction and Maintenance
• Environmental Construction (Landfills & Well Site
Reclamation)
• Pipeline Construction and Upgrading
• Subdivision Construction and Site Preparation
• Road Building
We also need to comply with
 We are a Drug/Alcohol Testing
Employer
It is clean simple easy:
• You have to report for work sober, drug free
and in compliance with the company policy.
• This includes prescription or over the counter
drugs they must be approved by a doctor or
site supervisor before usage.
• Non compliance will be dealt in accordance
with the company discipline rules
 Driver or Non Driver
• But to operate any equipment on a highways
you must have two things
• A valid driver license as noted by the National
Safety Code of Canada
• Have a driver abstract approved by Safety and
the companies insurance company first before
you driver…….
 Safety Culture
• Safety culture is not merely a company’s safety program, policies and
procedures – it is the incorporation of safety into the informal and
formal parts of the company – safety must be integrated into every
aspect of a company’s “way of doing business”
• Safety requires strong commitment from a company’s leadership –
leadership must continuously show that working in a safe manner and
maintaining a safe workplace are core values
• Leadership needs to ensure that the necessary support and training
are available – employ effective communication, provide recognition,
actively gather input and involve employees in decision-making,
regularly tour the plant, attend safety meetings
““The
The first
first responsibility
responsibility of of aa leader
leader is
is to
to define
define reality.
reality.
The
The last
last is
is to
to say
say thank
thank you.”
you.”
Max
Max DePree
DePree
 Management Driven Safety
Commitment 24/7/365
POLICY
 
• It is the policy of Shamrock Valley Enterprises that the personal
safety and health of each employee shall be of primary importance.
The prevention of injuries and illnesses is of such consequences,
that it will be given priority over any operating productivity. We will
provide a safe and healthy working environment. We will establish
and insist upon safe work practices that are to be utilized at all
times by all employees.
• Every injury that occurs on the job, even a slight cut or strain, must
be reported to the Safety Manager as soon as reasonably possible.
Under no circumstances, except emergency trips to the hospital,
shall an employee leave the worksite without notifying their
supervisor. When you have an incident, everyone loses and
everyone is hurt. Please work safely. Safety is everyone’s business.
 Your employment records
• POLICY
 It is the policy of Shamrock Valley Enterprises
that everything reasonable and practicable
will be done to protect and keep private any
and all personal information provided to
Shamrock Valley Enterprises as outlined in this
policy.
 
 But we do share in special
circumstances “only”
• Collecting personal information about an individual is essential for
Shamrock Valley Enterprises to conduct business on a daily basis.
The personal information collected by Shamrock Valley Enterprises
may come directly from the individual or it may be provided by a
third party such as employers, insurance companies, motor vehicle
licensing agent, medical professionals, etc ...
 
• Personal information may be used:
• To determine eligibility for work in Alberta
• To process applications for clients, and provide requested
information (i.e. benefits / insurance)
• For billing, accounting, and payroll purposes
• For WCB claims administration
• For internal, external, and regulatory audit purposes
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• To share or exchange reports and information with any
other corporation, firm, or enterprise to .
• Verify the accuracy of personal information
• To Develop a corporate phone list for internal and external
usage
• To enroll and certify an individual in training courses as
required
• To provide Emergency Services, or Hospitals with vital
information in the event of an emergency
• To provide Police forces with information for identification,
notification, or investigative purposes
 Every Manager
• Managers
 
• It is the responsibility of the managers of Shamrock Valley Enterprises to protect employees
and the company by:
•  
• Having a thorough knowledge of the injury and loss prevention program including the
contents of this manual.
• Insisting on performance and behavior that meet the standards of the company’s injury and
loss prevention program.
• Encouraging employee involvement in safety by demonstrating management’s commitment
to safety.
• Ensuring that company, contractor, and subcontractor operations comply with government
safety acts, regulations, and codes.
• Providing adequate supervision at every worksite.
• Ensuring that incidents are reported and investigated and corrective actions are taken.
• Providing appropriate, well maintained safety and other equipment required for each job.
• Ensuring workers are adequately competent to perform their work.
• Ensuring training needs are identified and met.
Supervisors
 
• It is the responsibility of the supervisors at Shamrock Valley
Enterprises to maintain a safe worksite by ensuring that:
 
• They have a thorough knowledge of the injury and loss prevention
program including the contents of this manual.
• Workers know what is expected of them, and where emergency
equipment is located and how to use it.
• Training needs are identified and met.
• Unsafe conditions and behaviors are corrected immediately.
• Only safe work practices are used.
• Appropriate equipment is available and well maintained.
• Regulatory requirements are met.
• Hazards are identified and removed where possible.
• Workers Know and are prepared to deal with the hazards of their
work, and any specific hazard on the worksite.
 The Company Safety Manager
• Personal protective equipment is available, properly used, stored, maintained and
replaced when necessary.
• All incidents are reported to the safety manager immediately.
• Workers are informed of their right to refuse unsafe work.
• All applicable safety rules, safe work procedures, and emergency procedures are
reviewed with workers.
• Pre-job, weekly, and sometimes daily safety meetings are conducted and that
items discussed as well as personnel in attendance are documented.
• A copy of all meeting minutes are provided to the safety manager for safety
records.
• If an incident causes or could cause serious injuries or equipment damage, the
area is cleared and operations are shut down immediately.
• Medical aid is obtained if necessary.
• An example is set by working safely and following standard safe work practices.
• Unsafe work practices and procedures are pointed out and corrected as soon as
they are noticed.
• Task hazard assessments are completed as required.
 You are part of the solution not the
problem
• Workers, Subcontractors, Third Party Vendors, and Visitors
 
• It is the responsibility of Workers, Subcontractors, Third Party Vendors, and Visitors to protect
themselves, fellow workers, the public and the environment by:
 
• Becoming thoroughly familiar with the injury and loss prevention program including the contents
of this manual.
• Actively participating in the development and maintenance of the injury and loss prevention
program.
• Attending safety meetings.
• Performing duties in a safe manner.
• Notifying your supervisor immediately of any safety hazards or injuries.
• Using personal protective equipment properly and when required.
• Adhering to all aspects of the injury and loss prevention program including the contents of this
manual.
• Refusing to perform work when unsafe conditions exist.
• Refusing to perform work that you are not competent to perform.
• Checking tools and equipment for hazards prior to using them.
• Knowing the location, type, and operations of emergency equipment.
Prevention through Hazard Awareness
and Recognition
Supervisors
 
• It is the responsibility of the supervisors at Shamrock Valley Enterprises to
maintain a safe worksite by ensuring that:
•  They have a thorough knowledge of the injury and loss prevention program
including the contents of this manual.
• Workers know what is expected of them, and where emergency equipment is
located and how to use it.
• Training needs are identified and met.
• Unsafe conditions and behaviors are corrected immediately.
• Only safe work practices are used.
• Appropriate equipment is available and well maintained.
• Regulatory requirements are met.
• Hazards are identified and removed where possible.
• Workers Know and are prepared to deal with the hazards of their work, and any
specific hazard on the worksite.
It is more than a phrase or a sentence
• It is the policy of Shamrock Valley Enterprises
that the personal safety and health of each
employee shall be of primary importance. The
prevention of injuries and illnesses is of such
consequences, that it will be given priority
over any operating productivity. We will
provide a safe and healthy working
environment. We will establish and insist
upon safe work practices that are to be
utilized at all times by all employees.
 Incident and Rules
POLICY
 
• It is the policy of Shamrock Valley Enterprises that
everything reasonable and practicable be done to protect
employees from incidents, injuries, and/or occupational
disease while on the job. Safety is a cooperative
undertaking requiring an ever-present safety consciousness
on the part of every employee. If an employee is injured,
prompt action will be taken to see that the employee
receives adequate treatment immediately. No one likes to
see a fellow employee injured by an incident, therefore, all
operations must be planned to prevent incidents.
Training to work Training to do the
jobs assigned

Every effort will be made to provide adequate training to employees.

However, if an employee is ever in doubt about how to do a job or task
safely, it is his or her responsibility to ask a qualified person for assistance.
Employees have the legal right and responsibility to refuse work in which
they feel is unsafe or that they are not qualified to do, as defined by
Workplace Health & Safety legislation. Employees are expected to assist
management in incident prevention activities. Unsafe conditions must be
reported immediately. Fellow employees that need help should be assisted.
Everyone is responsible for the housekeeping duties that pertain to their
jobs.
 The cost to everyone - regardless
• All employees shall follow each of the policies and practices
contained in the Injury and Loss prevention Program Manual,
practices and procedures contained in the Operations Practices and
Procedures Manual, and others communicated on the job. All
employees shall report any unsafe conditions or practices to their
supervisor immediately, so corrective actions can be taken in a
timely manner.
 
Progressive Discipline
 
• Supervisors shall consult the disciplinary action schedule and
employee files to determine the required action, if any, prior to
issuing disciplinary action. Supervisors shall then take the required
action, and document action taken on the disciplinary non-
compliance form.
 Rules and Discipline

 
• Rules govern almost every aspect of human life and conduct. Whatever the
situation, rules are necessary to assure fairness and harmony. Rules guide our
conduct, express mutual expectations, and help guarantee freedom from the
arbitrary and irresponsible acts of others.
 
• The disciplinary action schedule, which summarizes the rules of the company and
sets out the related penalties, will be followed in most cases for that particular
violation.
• It is difficult to cover everything, and rules are not all inclusive. There may be other
infractions not necessarily covered in the specific rules that may warrant
disciplinary action.
• Most of our rules, in the event of a violation, provide for progressive discipline.
The progressive disciplinary action schedule helps assure uniform communication
and uniform administration throughout the company’s operation, even though
some cases may require individual consideration by supervision and/ or senior
management.
 It is not just a piece of paper
Serious Misconduct
 
• In instances such as fighting, drinking on the job, falsification of company records,
we may bypass the normal stepped process and suspend the employee(s)
immediately pending further investigation. In such cases, the employee will be
told that should the investigation clear him/her, he/she will be reinstated with full
back pay.
 
Documentation Process of non-compliances
 
• All non-compliance sheets completed by a Foreman, Supervisor, or Manager, will
be given to the General Manager for review. Depending on the circumstances, the
General Manager may override the Foreman, Supervisor, or Managers disciplinary
decision and lessen or issue a greater penalty for the infraction. Such decision will
be based on knowledge of previous conduct of the individual that the Foreman,
Supervisor, or Manager may be unaware of.
 Disciplinary Guideline

 
• Discipline Process Steps
 
• Verbal Warning (Documented on a disciplinary non-
compliance form)
 
• Written Warning
 
• Suspension (2 – 4 days recommended, but may vary
according to the seriousness of the issue)
 
• Discharge
 Violence is not Tolerated
 
POLICY
 
• Shamrock Valley Enterprises is committed to working with our employees
to maintain an environment free from violence, threats of violence,
stalking, intimidation, and other disruptive behaviors. While this kind of
conduct is not pervasive in our company, no worksite is immune.
Violence, threats, stalking, intimidation, and other disruptive behaviors
within our company and, on our worksites will not be tolerated. All
reports or complaints of such behavior will be taken seriously, and dealt
with accordingly. Such behavior can include oral or written statements,
gestures, or expressions that communicate a direct or indirect threat of
physical, mental or emotional harm. Individuals who commit such acts will
be removed from the worksite, and will be subjected to disciplinary action
as per the progressive discipline policy (1.6). Individuals may also be
subject to civil, and/or criminal prosecution.
 
 Not withstanding!
Definition
 
• Violence is behavior committed by one person
against another. Violence can be physical,
sexual, mental or emotional and can include
oral or written statements, gestures, or
expressions that communicate a direct or
indirect threat of physical, sexual, mental or
emotional harm to one or more persons.
 Please read and heed!
POLICY
 
• Shamrock Valley Enterprises Ltd is committed to
a healthy, harassment-free work environment for
all of our employees. We have developed a
company wide policy intended to prevent
harassment of any type, including sexual
harassment, and to deal quickly and effectively
with any incident that might occur. Harassment is
a form of discrimination, and will not be
tolerated at Shamrock Valley Enterprises Ltd.
Tell Someone Harassment is not
faceless!
Two types Two Hazards Two Rights
 
Harassment
 
• Harassment occurs when an employee is subjected to unwelcome verbal or
physical conduct because of race, religious beliefs, color, place of origin, gender,
mental or physical disability, ancestry, marital status, family status, source of
income, or sexual orientation.
 
Sexual Harassment
 
• Sexual Harassment occurs when unwanted sexual advances are made, unwanted
requests for sexual favors are made, or there is other unwanted verbal or physical
conduct of a sexual nature. These constitute sexual harassment when submission
to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term of, or condition of, an
individual’s employment; or submission to, or rejection of, such conduct by an
individual affects that individual’s employment.
 
• If you or someone else is being harassed, you must do the following:
 
• Tell the person harassing you that his / her behavior is unwelcome, and ask him / her to stop.
 
• Keep a record of the incident (dates, times, location, and what took place). A record is not necessary to file a
complaint, but it can strengthen a case, and help to remember details over time.
 
• Report the situation to one of the following people immediately after the occurrence.
•  
– The Safety Manager
– Your Supervisor
– The General Manager
 
• Once a complaint is received, it will be kept strictly confidential. An investigation will be undertaken
immediately and all necessary steps taken to resolve the problem.
 
• Both the complainant and the alleged harasser will be interviewed, as will any other individuals who may be able
to provide relevant information. All information will be kept confidential.
 
• If the investigation reveals evidence to support the complaint, the harasser will be disciplined appropriately.
Discipline may include suspension or dismissal, and the incident will be documented in the harassers file. No
documentation will be placed in the complainant’s file where the complaint is filed in good faith, whether the
complaint is upheld or not.
 
• If the Investigation Fails to find evidence to support the complaint, there will be no documentation concerning the
complaint placed in the file of the alleged harasser.
 
• Regardless of the outcome of a harassment complaint made in good faith, the employee lodging the complaint, as
well as anyone providing information will be protected from any form of retaliation by either co-workers or
superiors. Any form of retaliation by co-workers, or superiors, may result in suspension or dismissal of the
individual retaliating.
 Incidents and Investigations
• It is about cause and determination not shame or
blame!
• Every injury that occurs on the job, even a slight
cut or strain, must be reported to the Safety
Manager as soon as reasonably possible. Under
no circumstances, except emergency trips to the
hospital, shall an employee leave the work-site
without notifying their supervisor. When you
have an incident, everyone loses and everyone is
hurt. Please work safely. Safety is everyone’s
business
In your walkaround the office building
or worksite you need to know
• Emergency Response Plan & Contact Numbers
• Exits
• Fire Extinguishers
• First Aid Kit
• Washrooms
ASK YOUR SUPERVISOR OR SAFETY MANAGER
TO SHOW YOU THESE AREAS
THREE PAGES TO THINK ABOUT DAILY
• Hazard Identification
• Behavioral Expectations
• Risk Assessment
 Understand the difference
 
• Hazard A condition that has the potential to cause a loss. These losses may include personnel,
equipment, materials, property, productivity, and the environment.
• Hazard Identification The process of identifying hazards.
 
• Hazard Analysis Assessing a hazard's potential for loss.
 
• Loss Anything that has a negative effect on personnel, the environment, the public, or
equipment.

• Risk Potential for undesired events to occur.

 
• Risk Control Implementation and maintenance of a hazard control
program.
 
• Risk Estimation Process of evaluating the degree of risk according to set criteria.
 
• Risk Management The ongoing process of identifying, assessing, controlling, and reviewing risk.
 Behavior Expectations
• It is the policy of Shamrock Valley Enterprises to
ultimately reduce losses in many areas including
personnel, equipment, property, productivity,
and the environment by hazard identification and
control. Shamrock Valley Enterprises will never
be able to eliminate all occupational hazards;
however, we can manage these hazards to
reduce the negative impact on our organization,
others we work with, the environment, and the
public. By following this process we will be able
to strengthen our efforts in protecting our most
important resource, the worker.
In Order to Make Money Shamrock
Valley You Need to…

FOCUS ON THE POSITIVE

 WHMIS and GHS
You need to be trained:
• ACTIONS & METHODS
 After identifying a hazard, workers and managers need to understand it’s severity,
especially for biological and chemical hazardous agents.
 
Chemical Hazards
•  Chemical hazards are non-living hazards that result from substances, including
solids, liquids or vapors, which could potentially interact. Some chemicals can
damage the human body if people inhale, ingest or absorb them. The severity of a
particular agent is often measured through exposure limits, explosive limits, or
IDLH (immediately dangerous to life and health) values. Hazard severity is noted
on the material safety data sheet of each hazardous material, and a chemical
hazard’s severity is based on 5 major factors:
 THINK
• How toxic it is or how much it can harm body tissues
• How quickly it burns or evaporates
• How it reacts with other chemicals
• How much exists at a work site
• How long a worker is exposed to it
 It is not just Chemicals we work in
Alberta
• Biological Hazards
 
• Biological hazards are those that pertain to life or living organisms, they include viruses and toxic materials that
living things produce. When identifying hazards, workers, supervisors, and managers should understand the more
common or severe biological hazards in our industry. These may include the following:
 
• Bears
 
• Bears can be a hazard at many worksites throughout the industry. During bear season, workers should be
proactive in deterring bears from entering the worksite by keeping as little food or trash as possible on the
worksite and covering food stores & trash cans.
 
• Bird and Bat Droppings
 
• Given that the majority of our work is in wooded areas, bird and bat droppings are likely to be present. Bird and
bat droppings support the growth of a fungus that causes an infection called histoplasmosis; this fungus grows in
soils and decaying matter such as rotten wood. The infection is caused by inhaling fungus spores that are capable
of remaining airborne for a long period of time. Signs of infection are coughing, fever, and tiredness. Some forms
of infection are fatal. Signs and symptoms usually present themselves between 5 and 18 days after being exposed
to the spores.
 
 Prevent the Actions
Hand Washing Prevents a lot of
problems
Deer and Moose
•  Deer, moose and other wildlife present hazards on the road especially at dusk & dawn. Workers should ensure
that their windshield and headlights are clean at all times, driving slower during these will also reduce the
possibility of a collision.
 
Drinking Water
 
• Drinking unsafe water can cause people to be sick, have diarrhea, vomit, or feel nausea. To prevent sickness,
Layton Bros provides bottled water at worksites, and workers are encouraged not to drink water supplied by local
waterworks systems. Workers should never drink water from firewater systems.
 
Rodents
 
• Rodents are a common source for a fatal virus known as the Hantavirus, workers are encouraged to avoid any
contact with rodents, and are asked to report any situation where rodent infestations may pose a threat to a
worksite.
 
Physical Hazards
 
• Physical hazards are those that are neither biological nor chemical, but that exist around us, or because of things
we do. They include such things as air quality, noise, pressure, and physical activity.

Noise
 
• Exposure to noise in industrial settings can cause hearing loss. Hearing protection shall be worn for all types of
work where the noise level is in excess of 85dBA. The following chart has been provided to be used as a guideline
for noise levels.
Always be prepared for the weather,
dress properly and take a heads up!
 Training
General
 
• Training is one of the most important elements of any Injury and Illness Prevention
Program. This training is designed to enable employees to perform their jobs
properly, bring new ideas to the workplace, reinforce existing safety policies and
put the Injury and Loss Prevention Program into action.
 
• The success of Shamrock Valley Enterprises, Injury and Loss Prevention Program
depends on the actions of individual employees as well as a commitment by the
company.
• Each employee's immediate supervisor will review the Safe Work Practices & Work
Procedures unique to that employee's job, and how these Safe Work Practices and
Work Procedures protect against risk and danger.
• Each employee will learn when personal protective equipment is required or
necessary, and how to use and maintain the personal protective equipment in
good working condition.
• Each employee will learn what to do in case of emergencies occurring in the
workplace.
The Benefits of Training
• Gives the supervisor more time to
manage, standardized performance, less
absenteeism, less turnover, reduced
tension, consistency, lower costs, more
customers, better service
• Gives the workers confidence to do their
jobs, reduces tension, boost morale and
job satisfaction, reduces injuries and
accidents, gives them a chance to advance.
• Gives the business a good image and more
profit.

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You Talk we Listen We teach you listen
POLICY
 
• Shamrock Valley Enterprises is committed to
providing employees and subcontractors with
current information through the use of effective
communication tools including: one-to-one
communication, memos, meetings, briefings,
Safe Work Practices and Work Procedures.
 
 YOU must carry
Training Cards with you at all times like;
• H2S
• TDG
• WHMIS
• Ground Disturbance ( to name just a few)
“And your Valid Drivers License” and safe work
permits with you at all times
 From the Client
What is a safe work permit?
• A safe work permit is a written record that authorizes specific work, at a
specific work location, for a specific time period. Permits are used for
controlling and co-ordinating work to establish and maintain safe working
conditions. They ensure that all foreseeable hazards have been
considered and that the appropriate precautions are defined and carried
out in the correct sequence.
• The permit is an agreement between the issuer and the receiver that
documents the conditions, preparations, precautions, and limitations that
need to be clearly understood before work begins.
 Communication is achieved
Communication will be achieved by several routes throughout Shamrock Valley
Enterprises and will include: one-to-one communication, memos, meetings, and
briefings. However, it is important to remember that communication is a two way
process, aimed at improving some aspect of the work pattern, its efficiency,
and/or the safety within the organization.
 
Forms of Communication Frequency
 
• Monthly Safety Meeting Once a month
 
• Tool Box Meeting Once a week
(minimum)
 
• Supervisor Meeting Once a month
 
• News Letters Once a month
 Report Record Review
All incidents regardless if they
relate to:
• Vehicles
• Worker Injuries
• The Environment
• Property (Shamrock Valley or
Clients Property)
The paper work process is
critical to correction;
 Always give first aid first then call
• In the event of an emergency. (Injury, fire, spill,
gas leak, collision, etc.)
 
• Call your Supervisor immediately
• Protect yourself/Take control of the scene
• Administer first aid, if safe & qualified to do so
• For serious injuries – call or have someone
911/RCMP
 Call the right people
Police •Oil & Gas Emergencies EUB •Alberta One Call
1-780-826-5352 1-800-242-3447
911 •WCB
•Workplace Health & Safety
Ambulance 310-0000- 427-8848 310-0000– 498-3800
•Spill Report-TDG- •Terry Penney Safety
911
Environmental Department
Fire Department 645-8666
1-800-222-6514
911 •Disaster Services •Joey Meyer
1-800-272-9600 721-2192
•Poison Center •Murry Nielsen
1-800-332-1414 645-8356
•Zenon Kozun
203-1870
 Defect vs. Repair
 

Maintenance
 
• Required and completed maintenance within Shamrock Valley Enterprises is identified through
daily pre-start checklists, random inspections, and manufacturers recommendations. Repairs are
made according to manufacturers specifications by mechanics in the shop and/or fields mechanics
where necessary. All repairs and maintenance are logged and tracked through the service
department and are filed by unit number for future reference. All defective equipment or tool, are
locked out and marked with a lockout tag until they can be properly repaired to sufficiently meet
the manufacturers specifications.
 
Maintenance Process
 
• All required maintenance shall be conducted in a timely fashion and in accordance with
manufacturers specifications.
• Faulty equipment/vehicles/tools shall be removed from service, and identified with a lockout tag
stating the deficiency.
• The responsible operator will then document the deficiency and notify the service department
immediately.
• A certified mechanic, or competent person will perform the repairs, test, remove the lockout tags,
and document all repairs in the maintenance files prior to putting the equipment/vehicles/tools
back in service.
 Incident Prevention Signs and Tags
• Many operations by their nature involve a certain
element of risk or hazard that cannot be eliminated
• Safety signs, tags, and labels have been developed as one
means of preventing workplace accidents & injuries
• They warn about hazards –
– So you can take appropriate precaution to protect yourself
– You should be aware of conventions for
sign color, symbols and labels
– Speak with your supervisor about site-specific signs and meanings
 Example Safety Signs

• Danger A hazard that will cause

injury or death

• Warning A hazard that could

cause injury or death

• Caution A hazard where there is

a potential for harm

• Common Emergency Signs

 Wear the Gear
General
• All PPE utilized will be in good condition and
maintained according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
• All PPE will meet Workplace Health & Safety
or an approved standard.
 
Fire Retardant Coveralls (FRC's)
Shamrock P.P.E.
• FRC's are required when working within 25 meters of any operating facility, any pad where well servicing is in progress, any
pad where a well is on steam or has recently been steamed, or on any pad where methanol has been used for pressure
testing.
 
Safety Glasses
• All employees are to wear CSA approved safety glasses while working with hand tools. This means that when you raise the
visor of your face guard, you are required to put on your safety glasses.
• Exceptions will be made when you are inside an enclosed cab. Only CSA approved prescription glasses will be allowed on
site. CSA approved safety glasses shall be worn over any prescription glasses that are not CSA approved.
 
Hard Hats
• Every employee is to wear an approved hardhat unless they are in an enclosed cab or under a ROPS canopy. Hard hats are
to be checked periodically for cracks and to ensure there is no damage to the harness inside. Metal hard hats shall not be
worn.
 
Protective Footwear
• All Shamrock Valley Enterprises employees must wear CSA grade 1 (green triangle) footwear. Boot styles with ankle
support are required.
 
Hearing Protection
• Equipment operators and chainsaw operators are to wear approved hearing protection to hinder hearing loss and damage.
Other locations may require hearing protection due to noise levels produced in that area.
 Yes and No
Clothing
• All employees are required to wear long sleeved shirts, pants that cover the legs
completely, warm clothes or layers in cold conditions, and preferably natural fiber
clothing (not nylon).
• FRC's are to be worn over clothing when required.
 
Short Sleeves
• Short sleeves may be worn when you are inside an enclosed cab. Upon exiting your
cab, long sleeves must be worn.
• Short sleeves may be worn in cold work areas (low risk work in a non-restricted area
outside a 25m radius of a live surface facility) when the door or window of the
machine is open.
• Short sleeves may not be worn while operating a machine with an open canopy,
screened enclosure or rollover protection without an enclosed cab.
• Short sleeves are not permitted within restricted areas - 25 meters of a live surface
facility that might release hydrocarbons.
• Muscle or sleeveless shirts are not permitted.
 
 Brush your teeth, clean your face and
please shave
Beards
• Beards or excess facial hair are not allowed on
site, since they prevent an effective seal of the
breathing apparatus face piece
• And always if you are working on any oilfield
active well sites or plant sites you must be
clean shaven at all times
Clean up We are not your Momma
• Work sites must be clean and orderly. Work surfaces must be kept dry or
appropriate means taken to assure the surfaces are slip-resistant. Spills
must be cleaned up immediately. All combustible scrap, debris and waste
must be stored safely and removed promptly.
 
• Waste containers must be covered. Oily and paint soaked rags are
combustible and should be discarded in seal able metal containers only.
 
• Make sure all pits and floor openings are either covered or otherwise
guarded.
 
• All aisles, stairs, and passageways must be kept clear. All holes shall
properly covered or marked with warning guards. All spills must be
cleaned up immediately, or have a caution sign in place.
 
 and
• Equipment shall be properly stored so that sharp edges do not protrude
into walkways.
 
• Fire extinguishers must remain accessible at all times. Means of egress
should be kept unblocked, well lighted and unlocked during work hours.
Excessive combustibles (paper) may not be stored in work areas.
 
• Adequate aisle space is to be maintained. File cabinet drawers should be
opened one at a time and closed when work is finished.
 
• Arrange stored materials safely to prevent tipping, falling, collapsing,
rolling, or spreading.
 
• Segregate and store incompatible materials in separate locations.
 Learn it.
Teach it.
It Motivates You.
It Motivates Your Team.
 No G.D. EXCUSE
• ALWAYS FILL UP YOUR UNIT(S) AT THE END OF
THE SHIFT OR WORK DAY
• ALWAYS KEEP THE CAB AND EXSTERIOR
CLEAN OF GARBAGE
• ALWAYS SECURE ALL LOAD IN THE BACK OF
UNITS OR TRAILER PROPERLY IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE NATIONAL SAFETY CODE
STANDARDS
 PLUS
• IT IS MANDITORY UNDER ALBERTA LAW THAT
YOU MUST DO A PRE-TRIP INSPECTION ON
YOUR UNIT FROM BUMPER TO BUMPER,
INSIDE AND OUT INCLUDING THE MOTOR
AREA ---- WRITE DOWN ANY DEFECTS AND
REPORT SAME IMMEDIATELY BEFORE
HEADING OUT ON THE HIGHWAY
IF YOU WORK ON A HIGHWAY OR STEP
OUT ON A HIGHWAY IN ALBERTA
• YOU MUST WEAR A FLAG VEST!!!!! ALSO
MOST INDUSTRIAL SITE REQUIRE THEM.
 You maybe working alone
Three rules always to follow
• One you must have working communications
with you at all time
• You must check in with your supervisor at
specified time intervals and have adequate first
aid with you at all times
• You must have a specific travel plan and
company emergency work plan in place before
the work starts
 KEEP HAND AND LOOSE JEWELLRY
OUT OF THE AREA
• Before operating any machine, every inexperienced employee must be
instructed on the safe methods of machine operations or be directly
supervised by a competent worker.
 
• All machinery and equipment must be kept clean and properly
maintained.
 
• There must be sufficient clearance provided around and between
machines to allow for safe operations, set up, servicing, material handling,
and waste removal.
 
• All stationary machinery will be securely placed and anchored when
necessary, to prevent tipping or other movement that could result in
personal injury.
 
• All proper PPE will be used when operating any machine.
 Machinery Operation Safety

• Never remove or bypass a machine guard or other

safety device
• Never operate a machine with missing guards
• Wear eye/face/hearing protection as needed
• Must be trained on ALL equipment used
• Observe all safety signs
• Never perform maintenance on equipment unless
you are authorized to do so
 Electrical Safety Tips
• Ungrounded Equipment: Never remove the third (grounding)
prong from any three-prong piece of equipment
• Overloaded Outlets: Overloading electrical circuits and extension cords can
result in a fire
• Unsafe/Non-Approved Equipment: Look for UL Listed Label
• Defective, frayed or improperly installed cords: Exposed wires can lead to electrical
shock….always inspect before use
• Improper Placement of Cords: Never pull or drag over sharp objects that may cause cuts in
the insulation. Never place on radiators, steam pipes, walls, or through windows
• Electrical Cords across Walkways and Work Areas: Presents tripping hazard…use tape or a
cord runner instead
• Live Parts Unguarded: Ensure wall receptacles have covers
• Pulling of Plugs to Shut Off Power: Use equipment switch or have one installed
• Working on "Live Equipment“: Performed only by trained qualified electrician
• Blocking Electrical Panel Doors: Should always be kept closed, to prevent "electrical
flashover" in the event of an electrical malfunction.
 Slips, Trips & Falls
• Slips and falls, especially on ice/snow, are a
leading cause of incidents at S.V.E.!
• Wear appropriate footwear for the season

• During the long winter months, consider wearing Spiky or Yak-Trax snow
cleats which fit over the shoe or boot and provide added traction on snow
and ice
• When walking on slippery surfaces:
– Don’t take large steps, shuffle your feet
– Keep arms close to the body
– If carrying something, carry in front at waist height, close to the body
– Be cautious when getting in and out of vehicles
– Never jump out of, or down from, your vehicle. Be sure you
have good footing as you exit the vehicle
 Ergonomics Awareness
• Ergonomics: (also called human factors) the scientific
discipline concerned with the understanding of the
interactions among human and other elements of a
system, and the profession that applies theory, principles,
data, and methods to design in order to optimize human
well-being and overall system performance.

Ergonomics simply stated means:

“The science of arranging and adjusting the work
environment to fit the employee's body”
It is ok to help but not be the problem
Recovery Strap
 
• Also know as "tow straps", “Slings” or "snatch straps" (because of the way they
stretch, and then "snatch" out whatever is stuck). 
 
Winching
• Is the recovery of a stuck vehicle by means of a vehicle, or equipment mounted
winch.
 
 
• ** Under no circumstances, are chains to be used for the recovery of a stuck
vehicle or piece of equipment **
• ** Under no circumstances shall a vehicle be towed on a roadway without a solid
towing bar, and working lights **
• ** Under no circumstances shall a clevis or shackle be used at any time for
towing / recovery purposes **
Machines and Minds are Stronger than
backs
Lifting and Lowering
 
• Workers must use proper lifting methods to protect
themselves from injury and make the job easier. When
equipment is available and conditions make it practical,
they must use mechanical equipment for lifting and
carrying. Cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other units are made
for that purpose.
 
• Proper lifting methods are especially important when lifting
objects from a position below arms length. Workers should
avoid manually lifting anything over 50 lbs without help.
help
 
 Get the Proper Bends and Stretches
• Regardless of the weight, workers must always use the following lifting
techniques:
• Position feet securely.
• Lower body by bending at the knees (not from the waist).
• Firmly grip the object to be lifted.
• Lift with leg muscles, and avoid twisting the body at the trunk.
 
 
Safe positions
• Workers should always watch for situations where they might:
• Strike against something.
• Be caught in or between objects .
• Slip, trip, or fall.
• Be exposed to pressure, extreme heat or cold.
• Overexert or stretch themselves.
 Driving at Shamrock
• For many individuals, driving / Operating is a
necessary part, and one of the most hazardous
tasks of their job. All employees, subcontractors,
third party vendors, and visitors who drive/
operate in the course of employment are
expected to demonstrate competent, safe, and
professional driving / operating behaviors at all
times, whether on public roads or at work sites.
 
You must be incompliance with the National
Safety Code of Canada at all times
 Rule Number 1 not to be broken
DRIVING SAFELY
 
3 Meter Rule
 
• All Drivers / Equipment operators must adhere to a 3 Meter
perimeter in which no obstacles, stationary objects, vehicles, or
other equipment shall be present. If a situation arises that a vehicle
or piece of equipment must enter into the 3 Meter buffer zone, a
spotter must be present during the entire operation. When parking
vehicles or equipment, each vehicle and or piece of equipment
must have a 3 Meter buffer zone in which no obstacles, stationary
objects, vehicles, or other equipment shall be present.
 
 Rule # 2 Not Dialing and Driving
Pull Over take the call in safety
Cellular Phones
 
• Recent technological advances have provided drivers / operators with many new
safety features, including cell phones. Cell phone communications can offer
traveling employees quick access to emergency services when stranded. It can also
allow them to help others, call for assistance at a crash / incident site, or alert
authorities of unsafe drivers.
 
• However, due to the distraction that cell phone use presents while driving
/operating, it can result in severe injury or loss of life. This distraction is caused
only moderately by the use of a driver / operators hands, it’s primarily caused by
the mental involvement required to engage in conversation.
 
• While driving company vehicles, personal vehicle for company purposes, or
operating equipment, the following guidelines for cell phone use will apply.
Someone will miss you
 Speed Kills
Speed
 
• Speed and speed variance are critical safety issues which are also
directly related to motor vehicle deaths, injuries, and property
damage incidents. Speeding is not acceptable. Driving noticeably
faster (>5 km/h faster than surrounding traffic) in a company
vehicle is prohibited. An employee driving unduly fast may place
the safety of co-workers or members of the public, his or her job
performance, or the safe and efficient operation of the company
vehicle at risk. Speed driven must be appropriate to existing
conditions and must also be in accordance with posted speed limits.
Speeding is also discouraged after work hours in your personal
vehicle; any injuries after hours could also adversely affect the
company’s performance.
 P.A.S.S. Point Aim Squeeze Spray
you must take this training
Portable fire extinguishers are provided in adequate numbers and type and are located throughout our
facilities, in vehicles, on equipment, and at work sites.
Fire extinguishers shall be mounted in readily accessible locations.
Fire extinguishers are recharged regularly and the date of the last inspection noted on their tag.
All employees shall be periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire protection procedures.
Notify the Safety Manager if there is any damage to fire protection equipment.
 
Planning for fire safety at Shamrock Valley Enterprises takes into account the special fire hazards for our
specific operating areas, the protection of property, and most important the safety of all employees.
This is accomplished by the following:
Non-combustible or fire rated materials and construction practices suitable to the assigned uses of
buildings and facilities are utilized.
Suitable fire extinguishers are strategically placed to provide unrestricted access.
 
All employees shall conduct their operations in such a way as to minimize the possibility of fire. This
means applying rules such as keeping combustibles separated from ignition sources, being careful
about smoking, and avoiding needless accumulations of combustible materials.
Know your exits, location and call 911
in a fire
• Fire Exits
 
• Fire exits shall be of sufficient number to allow
for rapid evacuation of all personnel.
• Exit doors shall never be locked so as to prevent
someone from opening the door from inside the
building.
• Exits shall be kept clear of obstructions to allow
easy exit of the building and to prevent tripping
at the doors.
 Never make a employee go Wuff
Refueling Safety
• Employees must be aware that an open flame or light near any fuel is
prohibited when fueling or the transfer of fuel is occurring.
 
• Operators and/or refueling personnel shall stand beside the fueling nozzle
in order to prevent a spill if a self-closing nozzle should happen to fail.
 
• Employees will notify foreman if spillage occurs during fueling operations.
 
• All fuel spills shall be cleaned and contaminated material disposed of at an
approved facility.
 
• The types and designs of fueling hoses shall be selected and utilized as per
the specific types of fuel, whether fueling is being done with a nozzle that
is a gravity flow system or self-closing.
 Never Ever!
• Fill Gas Cans inside the truck box areas
The Most Important Page to Shamrock
Employees!

The Right to Refuse

Unsafe Work
 Hand Tool Power Tools do a job now
do yours
• Portable power tools pose a special danger to employees because they are
deceptively small and light, yet they can do great bodily harm if used improperly
or are poorly maintained. These rules apply to all power tools, but especially
important when handling portable saws, drills and power screw drivers.
 
• Check you equipment before you use it. All grinders, saws and similar equipment
should be equipped with appropriate safety guards. Power tools should not be
used without the correct shield, guard, or attachment recommended by the
manufacturer.
 
• Portable circular saws must be equipped with guards above and below the base
shoe. Circular saw guards should be checked periodically and before each use to
assure they are not wedged up, thus leaving the lower portion of the blade
unguarded.
 
 Ensure
• All rotating or moving parts of equipment should be guarded to prevent
physical contact. All cord-connected, electrically operated tools and
equipment should be effectively grounded or must be the double
insulated type.
 
• Power tools are either battery operated, wired, air or gas powered. If
battery operated, don't under estimate their power. A small electric drill
or power screwdriver can cause a severe injury if it lands in the wrong
place. While not usually a shock hazard, the battery pack contains toxic
chemicals and does emit a low voltage electric current. Don't drop or
incinerate the battery pack, or a tool with a self-contained power source.
 
• Hard-wired equipment can be portable or fixed. Typically used with
extension cords, the more powerful hard-wired equipment presents a
double safety problem: the actual equipment plus its electrical power
source.
 We will at all cost help mother nature
• At Shamrock Valley Enterprises we take the management of our
environment very seriously. We are dedicated to environmental
protection by every means available to us. It is our intention to
reduce the impact on the environment that our operations create
by reusing, recycling and following proper disposal procedures that
conform to regulatory requirements. By carrying out these
processes, we will ensure a healthy environment for years to come.
Our operations will follow the G-20, G-50, G-55, and G-58
guidelines set out by the Alberta Energy and Utilities Board (EUB),
and any other regulatory requirements or amendments. Shamrock
Valley Enterprises recognizes that management of waste products
is essential, not only to meet regulatory requirements, but also to
align with fundamental values of our firm. It is our intention to
reuse any reusable products, recycle all recyclable products and
dispose of any non-recyclable materials in the appropriate manner.
 Always use proper Load
Securement Straps and Slings
And never exceed seatbelts in
units
 Unsafe
What is unsafe work?
• Unsafe work is work that involves an
"imminent danger". An imminent danger can
be
a danger that's not normal for that type of
work, or
• a danger under which a worker in that type of
work would not normally do the work.
 Can I be fired or disciplined for
refusing work I believe is unsafe?
• Workers' hesitation to use the right to refuse is
well grounded, since refusing workers
sometimes do get fired or disciplined.
Following the steps of the refusal procedure
helps a refusing worker to protect her or his
job. Still, it's illegal for a supervisor or
employer in Alberta to discipline or dismiss a
worker for refusing work she or he believes is
dangerous.
 Orientation Mini Manual
• You need to keep this with you all the time
Oh yes the Test
YOUNG AND NEW,
INEXPERIENCED
WORKERS ARE OVER
5 TIMES MORE
LIKELY TO GET HURT
THEIR FIRST MONTH
ON THE JOB
“In organizations, real power and energy is
generated through relationships.
The patterns of relationships and the
capacities to form them are more important
than tasks, functions, roles, and position.”
That is why people mean more than profit or production at Shamrock Valley
Welcome to Shamrock
Safety
Questions We always have time for
Questions
• But no time for incidents
 Now it is time to watch the
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