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Significant Risks & Site Specific Arrangements

Services in structure

Underground services

Overhead crane

Demolitions

Removal of waste Avoidance of working at height

Falls

Falling materials

Storage of materials on site

Protection of public

ontrol of lifting operations

!anaging temporar" works

!anual handling

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)()()()()()()()()Site Isolation

All construction and maintenance work is to be isolated from other activities, students, staff andvisitors to the University. Where this cannot be controlled by closing off areas of buildings or usinga spotter to stop access to the area, then barriers or more substantial hoardings are required. If atany stage during the work the chosen method of isolation is found not to be successful, then amore appropriate control is to be implemented. This may also be required if the states!epresentative considers, from past e"perience, the control to be inadequate.

Under no circumstances is construction or maintenance work to be carried out above a member ofstaff, or in any way that e"poses others to an increased risk of in#ury.

Where a contractor is carrying out work on University premises such as the breaking or dressing ofstone or concrete, grinding of metals, etc, they are responsible for the implementation andmaintenance of appropriate control measures as may be required to protect all persons potentiallyat risk, e.g. screens, enclosures, dust suppression$e"traction, etc.Site Cleanliness

The work site and surrounding area should be kept clean, tidy and in good order% any safety or fire

ha&ards should be removed promptly 'e.g. oily rags, flammable materials and rubbish(. "cavatedor demolished and other waste materials removed from the site into safe storage 'skips etc( on aminimum of a daily basis.

)e aware of other safety actions such as replacing lids on containers, wiping up spills, removing orbending over nails or bolts and removing other dangerous protruding ob#ects progressively.



The contractor shall, prior to completion of work, cleanup, remove and dispose of safely and in anenvironmentally acceptable manner, all materials bought on site and waste generated while onsite. The contractor shall leave the work area in a clean condition to the satisfaction of the states!epresentative. *articular care shall be taken to ensure that the work area is kept as clean andtidy as possible so as to minimise associated risks.

*rovision of waste disposal facilities is the responsibility of contractors who must ensure thatadequate arrangements are in place. Where skips, etc are already in situ there may be additionalcapacity available for use by contractors% however this must be agreed with the states!epresentative prior to use.

8.5 Safety Signs

+afety signs are located throughout the University campus to protect your health and safety.+afety signs of different colours and shapes mean different things.



*rohibitory signs

These inform you of something that must not be done. They are round in shape and contain ablack pictogram on a white background with red edging and diagonal line, for e"ample

Warning signs

These warn of ha&ards and dangers or risks to your health and or safety. They are triangular andcontain a black pictogram on a yellow background with black edging, for e"ample



-andatory signs

These inform of actions, etc that must be followed. They are round and contain a white pictogramon a blue background, for e"ample



ire fighting signs

These indicate the location of fire fighting equipment% they are rectangular or square in shape witha white pictogram on a red background and may be supplemented by directional arrows, fore"ample



mergency escape and first aid signs

These indicate a safe condition% they are rectangular or square with a white pictogram on a greenbackground and may be supplemented by directional arrows in the case of emergency escaperoutes or contact details in the case of first aid, for e"ample



/ontainers and pipes

Where containers and pipes contain dangerous substances they will generally have signs or labelsfi"ed to them. The e"ceptions are

• where the risk is adequately controlled or is not significant

• where the pipe is short and connected to a container which is clearly signed.

These signs may be supplemented by additional information, e.g. the name of the substance and

details of the ha&ard.

Using signs to mark obstacles, dangerous locations and traffic routes.

To help prevent access of unauthorised personnel to work locations, where it is not practicable touse secure fencing or similar, marking the area will be necessary. This should be by use of stripedtape consisting of yellow and black or red and white diagonal stripes, for e"ample

8.6 Smoking



The University campus is a no smoking area and as such no smoking is permitted in any workareas, including construction site. The University recognises the right of an individual to work in asmoke0free environment.

WORK EQI!"E#$

All plant, tools, tackle and equipment used by contractors on University premises must be suitablefor the work to be undertaken, must comply with all relevant legal requirements, eg the *rovisionand Use of Work quipment !egulations '*UW!( and must be maintained in accordance withappropriate legislation and other safety standards. This includes all hand tools and equipment.

/ontractors may not use University plant, tools, tackle or equipment without the e"presspermission of the states !epresentative, which is likely to be given in e"ceptional circumstancesonly.

%&.% 'andtools

+crewdrivers, hammers, wrenches, files, shovels, etc. must be checked regularly. Where damageor defects are present, the tool must not be used. *roper repair or replacement is the onlyalternative.

Use an approved method to secure the tool if there is a risk of it falling and in#uring people below.

%&.( Elect)ical E*ui+ment

All electrical equipment must carry a label to show compliance with the inspection andmaintenance requirements '1+ guidance 1+2345 -aintaining *ortable and Transportablelectrical quipment refers(.

lectrical leads must be positioned to prevent trip ha&ards, where this is not possible they shouldbe contained within an appropriate to protective cover. The nearest available power outlet shouldbe used to limit the amount of trailing cable. lectrical leads must be removed from power outlets when not in use.

6eads passing through doorways must be protected from damage. *iggyback leads, splitters andmultiple adapters are not to be used% e"tension leads should not be plugged into e"tension leads 7find a closer outlet.

When electrically powered tools or equipment are to be used their use must be in accordance withthe requirements of )+ 58539443 0 !equirements for electrical installations. I Wiring!egulations 38th dition.

In general, hand held electrical tools should be rated at 334 : and fed from a double woundtransformer centre tapped to earth. ;<T the University=s preferred option when using hand held



power tools is the use of a >4mA, >4m+ !esidual /urrent ?evice, 'automatic safety circuitbreaker(, or battery powered machines.

Temporary lighting for sites must be fed from a similar centre tapped transformer rated at @4:.or powering cradles$lifts etc the University requires protection of both the supply cable and device

by the use of an appropriate safety device to ensure disconnection according to the regaulations,eg !/?.

If the location is damp then the requirement under )+ 5853 calls for separated e"tra0low voltage'+6:( 7 see 2uidance ;ote @ on the 38 th dition of the I Wiring !egulations.

The /ontractor or his *ersonnel shall not enter any substation, switch room or similar area withoutthe e"press permission of an authorised states !epresentative who will obtain authorisation fromthe <perational -aintenance -anager on the /ontractors behalf and give permission.

+ee also high voltage substationsB and */)sB.

%&.& ,ene)ato)s

The location of temporary generators must be agreed with the states !epresentative prior to theirdeployment on the University campus. All generators must be of the fully contained type, have thee"haust vented to the top of the generator, include adequate precautions to minimise fuel and oilspillage and be adequately earthed. The ma"imum noise rating should be 8@d)A at 5 m.

%&.- "obile !lant

All mobile equipment such as front0end loaders, do&ers, backhoes, forklifts, tele0handlers, etc.must have the keys removed% blades and buckets lowered onto the ground and must bechocked$blocked when not in use. !elevant certificates and associated documents should beavailable upon request, including evidence of driver$operator competency.

%&.5 Ca)t)idge O+e)ated $ools

?irect action 'high velocity( cartridge tools cannot be used at the University. Indirect acting 'lowvelocity( cartridge tools may not be used at the University without prior permission from the states!epresentative who will require the following

• evidence of operators certification

• details of the tool 'which should be of the type that requires two0handed operation(, fi"ing

devices and cartridges 'all should be from the same manufacturer(• copy of the risk assessment which should include, for e"ample, consideration of

o guarding

o ricochet

o splintering

o noise

o recoil

o operation



o misfire

o **

• /opy of associated safe systems of work$safety method statements, etc

• /opy of thorough e"amination certificate and general maintenance records

• ?etails of storage and issue arrangements.

Whenever cartridge tools are being used the area around and behind the work should be clearedof personnel. /artridge operated tools must not be taken into or used in situations where there is arisk of fire or e"plosion.

%&.6 !o)table !neumatic E*ui+ment

The requirements of the *ressure +ystems and Transportable 2as /ontainers !egulations and*UW! must be complied with% reference to 1+ guidance 'eg 1+2>C /ompressed Air +afety(should also assist.

There are many ways in which compressed air can be dangerous, eg• it can enter body orifices such as the mouth, ears and anus, causing severe and often fatal

in#uries%

• at high pressure it can penetrate the skin%

• particles or oil carried in an air #et can damage the eyes%

• oil0coke deposits in a system can spontaneously ignite and cause an e"plosion%

• vessels containing compressed air, even at comparatively low pressure, can e"plode

violently once their integrity is lost and

• dirty or wetB air can lead to corrosion and blocked valves which may make the system

unsafe.

Use of this type of equipment should be covered by a site specific risk assessment and appropriatesafe system of work, e.g. safety method statement. quipment shall be sub#ect to thoroughe"amination and records of such available upon requires.

%&. C)anes and /ifting E*ui+ment

All lifting equipment and all lifting operations must comply with the requirements of the 6ifting<perations and 6ifting quipment !egulations '6<6!(.

Note: Consideration must be given to the nature of the surface upon which the lifting equipment is

to be used. There are a number of ducts and various underground services/overhead cableswhich could affect the safety of lifting operations; these need to be identified and considered in therisk assessment and lift plan.

There are three key parts to 6<6! which require that every lifting operation must be

• properly planned by a competent person

• appropriately supervised

• carried out in a safe manner.



The states !epresentative must be provided with a copy of the risk assessment and lift plan andmust be informed of how those involved with or affected by the lifting operation will be made awareof the parts of the plan relevant to them.

Where the use of cranes or other lifting equipment will require use of areas outside the siteboundary or necessitate road closures, etc this must be highlighted in the risk assessment and liftplan and brought to the attention of the states !epresentative to ensure adequate arrangementsare in place and others at the University are informed$involved as required, e.g. +ecurity /ontrol.

All lifting equipment must be operated by trained personnel and evidence of this must be providedon request. /opies of thorough e"amination records must be available on site for all equipmentpresent. quipment for lifting people must be inspected every 8 months.

%&.8 ,ua)ds

Where guards are required they should be fitted, operable and used at all times during machineoperation% equipment must not be used with damaged or missing guarding and guarding must notbe interfered with in anyway.

All contractors machinery and plant brought onto University premises must comply with theregulations relating to that type of equipment and must, where appropriate, be securely guarded orfenced.

%-. W0S$E

In disposing of waste contractors must observe their duty of care under relevant legislation. Inparticular, contractors may not deposit any waste, chemical, or any other substances whatever intodrains on University premises, unless e"press permission has been given by the states!epresentative. +ee ha&ardous substancesB and water pollutionB.

Waste must be removed progressively to an appropriate bin or skip. Under no circumstancesshould waste be dumped 'a criminal offence( or disposed of by unlicensed waste contractors. All waste is to be traceable through the use of controlled waste transfer notes.

+kips should be located as directed by the states !epresentative following approval, skips mustbe covered and lockable or isolated behind 1erasB or similar type fencing to prevent access.

Waste to be deposited directly into a skip should be transferred via a properly constructed chute% where this is not possible waste should be deposited directly into the skip, no throwing or bombingBis allowed.

%-.% Recycling and Sal1age



!ecycling is actively encouraged by the University. The opportunities for recycling will beincreasing over the coming years and contractors on site will be e"pected to encourage materialsrecycling in both the products they use and the chosen method of disposal for the waste theyproduce. This includes actively encouraging their *ersonnel to recycle the waste they produce whilst working on site. A +ite Waste -anagement *lan '+Wa-*( is in under development and will

be implemented into future pro#ects.



%-.( 'a2a)dous Waste

Any waste categorised as ha&ardous under the 1a&ardous Waste !egulations should be disposedof in accordance with the !egulations. <nly licensed contractors are to be used and the relevant

consignments notes should be available on request by the states !epresentative.

%-.& Contaminated Waste

If waste is contaminated by chemicals or other ha&ardous materials$substances it will be requiredto be disposed of in accordance with the requirements for disposal of the contaminant.

++, via the states !epresentative, must be informed about any incidence of soil contaminationthat may occur or be discovered during the course of work. ?o not remove any soil from Universitygrounds without prior approval from the state !epresentative.

%-.- C3emical Waste

?ouble0check that leftover chemicals are really of no further use. /hemicals should be safelystored in the original packaging and removed by the suppliers of that chemical where possible. Ifthis is not feasible, chemicals are to be stored in sealed containers and clearly labelled with itBscontents and associated ha&ard 'including label( together with where it came from. A licensed waste disposal company must be used for safe disposal. +pill kits should be close to the area ofstorage and appropriate bunding equipment used.

;ever tip chemicals down the sink, onto the ground or into drains.

+ee also ha&ardous substancesB.

%-.5 "etal Waste

-aterial such as iron, steel, copper and lead should be recycled using a company holding anappropriate -etal !ecycling +ite Waste -anagement 6icense or who are registered as e"emptfrom holding such a license.

%-.6 Elect)ical Waste

lectrical wastes, e.g. lamps, tubes and electrical equipment should be segregated from general waste and disposed of in accordance with the Waste lectronic and lectrical quipment!egulations 'W(.

%5. 4E'IC/E RO0 S07E$

%5.% Road Safety



The University campus is sub#ect to a speed limit of 34 mph% in pedestrians and other shared areasthis is reduced and pedestrians and cyclists always have rights of way.

The University campus presents unusual dangers in respect of road safety, and drivers of vehiclesare e"pected to e"ercise a high degree of responsibility and restraint. The presence of large

numbers of young people must be constantly borne in mind, and contractors and their *ersonnelare asked to remember that the /ampus is essentially a pedestrian precinct, to which vehicles areallowed access only for loading, unloading and parking, sub#ect to the car parking regulations ofthe University.

All large vehicles entering University property must be under the control of a qualified banksman when they are reversing.

%5.( !a)king

/ontractors must park in designated areas and display a valid parking permit when they are parked

on University grounds. *ermits must be clearly visible and displayed on the vehicle dashboard$ windscreen. ailure to park in a valid parking bay, designated parking areas and display a validpermit may result in the vehicle being clamped% +ecurity /ontrol may not be able to release thevehicle immediately.

If you are not sure about where to park your vehicle consult with the states !epresentative and orcheck with +ecurity /ontrol.

*arking or driving across footpaths and grassed or landscaped areas is prohibited% if these areasneed to be accessed then arrangement should be made through the states !epresentative. Allrepairs to damage landscape will be charged to the contractor. +ee protection of landscapedareasB.

%5.& 4e3icles

All trucks and flatbed vehicles leaving the site with material or loose debris shall be loaded in amanner that will prevent dropping of materials on the streets and shall have suitable tarpaulinfastened over the load before leaving the site. :ehicles bringing materials to the site shall besimilarly loaded and covered.

The contractor shall ensure that the wheels, track and body surfaces of all vehicles and plantleaving the site are free of mud and that mud is not carried onto ad#acent paved sheets or otherareas

%6. WE/70RE 0RR0#,E"E#$S

/ontractors are not to use University staff or student kitchens, student living or sleeping facilities,telephones, computers or other facilities without permission from the states !epresentative.



/ontractors are required to provide adequate sanitary and welfare facilities for their workforce,including subcontractors, and shall not use University facilities without the prior consent of thestates !epresentative. Where University facilities are made available for use by the contractormisuse will result in immediate withdrawal.

%6.% 7i)st 0id

/ontractors are responsible for the first aid needs of their staff. ;otices are posted around theUniversity campus to inform of local first aiders% however the availability of these should not berelied on by contractors.

If an ambulance is called please inform +ecurity /ontrol so that they can direct the vehicle uponarrival.

%6.( Wo)king 0lone

6one workers are those who work by themselves without close or direct supervision. /ontractorsshould ensure lone working is considered during risk assessment and that appropriate systems areestablished to ensure the health and safety of *ersonnel in these circumstances.

The states !epresentative and or +chool /ontract /oordinator should be informed when theindividual concerned arrives and leaves site. !eporting lines will be agreed before work starts, toensure compliance with emergency arrangements.

%6.& !e)sonal !)otecti1e E*ui+ment 9!!E:

/ontractors shall supply their *ersonnel with all appropriate ** and ensure that their *ersonneluse it correctly as required by applicable legislation and as identified in associated riskassessments.

%. E#4IRO#"E#$0/

The University=s environmental policy is aimed at ensuring that relevant environmental legislation iscomplied with and that the protection of the environment is enhanced by keeping impacts to aminimum in a sustainable, financially rewarding and technically feasible manner.

%.% Ref)ige)ant ,ases 9C7Cs:

//s must be collected in specially sealed cylinders by a licensed disposal company. ?o notallow //s to be released into the atmosphere, as they are strong o&one depleting agents./ontractors could be fined for deliberately releasing //s.

%.( 0i) Quality



?ust can cause nuisance and health problems for workers and others on the campus. If theactivities to be carried out are likely to generate dust ensure materials and stockpiles that are likelyto generate dust are covered. *lace any sweepings in a bag or bo" before putting them into abin$skip to prevent dust becoming airborne.

-any solvent chemicals release polluting vapours when containers are opened% this also presentsa fire ha&ard. Always seal solvent containers with a tight lid% use water based or biodegradableproducts, strippers and cleaners wherever possible. +ee solventsB.

%.& Wate) !ollution

It is against the law to place any material 'other than clean water( in a position where it is likely toleak, fall or be blown into any drain or gutter that is used to receive rainwater. Allowing this tooccur can result in fines or legal proceedings against a business or individual, regardless of whether the pollution was intentional or not.

Deep footpaths, drains, gutters, etc around the work site free of l itter, soil and sand, particularly atthe close of each working day. ?o not sweep litter, leaves or anything else into drains or gutters.;ever hose rubbish, soil, sand or leaves 'or anything else( into drains or gutters. Deep rubbishbins covered and emptied regularly and keep a spill kit close by.

+ee also ha&ardous substancesB.

%.- #oise #uisance

The contractor shall take all practicable precautions to minimise noise resulting from his activities.All equipment used in the performance of the work shall be fitted with effective silencers of a typeas recommended by the equipment manufacturer. All tools and silencers shall be kept in first0classcondition at all times. <perators of such equipment shall be closely supervised to ensure that thesilencers are always in place while the tools are being used. 6oud hailers shall not be used.



+afety !epresentativeA +afety !epresentative can be a superintendent or other designated individual whose safetyresponsibilities include may not be limited to

• Present on the *obsite at all times when Personnel are working( o e)ception(

• apable of instructing workers in ha+ard recognition and safe work practices(

• ,ake immediate action to correct unsafe acts and%or conditions when discoveredand be able to stop the work if needed(

• Provide- inspect- and enforce the proper use of personal protective e.uipment-

tools- and other e.uipment for workers(

• Attend supervisor" safet" meetings as scheduled(

• onduct and submit /tool bo)0 meetings with workers that include1

o Discussion of observed unsafe acts and conditions

o Review of the accident or near miss e)perience of the crew and discuss

corrective action taken to prevent reoccurrence(

o Proactivel" plan upcoming tasks and implement the use of 2on #a+ard

Anal"sis 32#A4s5(o $nsure each person understands this safet" plan and all other safet"

re.uirements while on this pro*ect(

• !onitor and control house keeping issues dail"(

6$$RA7 SAF$,8 RU7$S1

• Unsafe conditions or unsafe acts should be reported immediatel" to the Onsite

$ngineer 3supervisor5(

• Report all in*uries- regardless of how slight- to the supervisor as soon as possible(

• All Personnel should be trained in proper 3manual5 lifting techni.ues(

• 6lass containers of an" kind are not permitted on the *obsite(

• All trash and debris shall be removed from work area dail"(

Personal protective $.uipment1

• #ard hats are to be worn at all times( o e)ception(

• Personnel are re.uired to wear 3steel capped and hard sole5 safet" shoes(

• Personnel are re.uired to wear e"e protection when the" or an"one near them are

using power tools(

Fire Protection and Prevention1

• Personnel engaged in welding or cutting operations shall have a fire e)tinguisher

in the area in which the" are working(

• Personnel should be trained in the use of fire e)tinguishers and be familiar withthe site specific emergenc" action plan(

• Fire e)tinguishers shall not be tampered with or removed from their designated

locations(

Signs- Signals and 9arricades

• Personnel are re.uired to read- understand and abide b" all warning signs that are

posted on site(



• Red flagged tape means0 Do ot ross0 8ellow flagging means /aution0

• Removal or relocation of barricades or warning signs should be approved b" the

Site $ngineer(

Power ,ools1

• ,he manufacturer4s rules and guidelines should be followed for safe operations oftools(

• o safet" devise should be removed from an" tools(

• $"e protection should be worn when operating or using almost an" power tools

$lectrical Safet"

• $)tension cords and electric power tools should be inspected dail" before each

use(

• Damaged e)tension cords- tools or e.uipment shall be removed from service

immediatel"(

•

$nergi+ed e.uipment shall have the permanent covers in place to protect workersfrom electrical ha+ards

Scaffolding

• All personnel working on scaffolding shall be protected from falls at a height of :

feet or greater(

• Scaffolding shall be inspected dail" prior to use b" competent authorit"(

• $mplo"ees engaged in scaffold erection- disassembl"- or modifications shall use

full bod" fall protection when ever possible(

Fall Protection

• Personal fall protection shall be provided b" a full bod" harness with a lan"ard(• Fall protection ;s"stems4 shall be designed- installed- and inspected b" a .ualified

person(

• ,ie<off points shall be capable of supporting =->>> pounds static load without

failure(

• All manufacturer4s fall protection e.uipment guidelines and recommendations

shall be followed(

• Personnel that are re.uired to work with fall protection shall be trained in ha+ards-

proper use- and inspection of their e.uipment(

ranes and #oists• rane must be thoroughl" inspected and certified as safe for use b" a .ualified

inspector as defined in compan" polic"(

• ,he !anufacturer4s Operation !aintenance & ?nspection !anual shall be with

the crane and material hoist at all times(

• 9efore crane operation begins- flag man 3rigger5 shall be designated(

• ,he swing radius of crane shall be barricaded- flagged or marked with traffic

cones(



• All cranes shall be e.uipped with =9 rated fire e)tinguisher(

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