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VBN Paving – Company Resume

Founded by John Ventrella, and run by John Ventrella, Tony Ventrella and Angelo Ventrella. VBN Paving

Limited is a family run business that works in heavy civil focusing on asphalt and concrete for the GTA

region. Based in Richmond Hill, VBN Paving employs over seventy staff members and is dedicated to

becoming an industry leader in southern Ontario.

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WORKERS RIGHTS

1. Right to refuse unsafe work.

2. Right to participate in the workplace health and safety activities through the Health and Safety

Committee (HSC) or as a worker health and safety representative.

3. Right to know, or the right to be informed about, actual and potential dangers in the workplace

WORKER RESPONSIBILITIES

Workers have a general duty to take responsibility for personal health and safety, which means they

should not behave or operate equipment in a way that would endanger themselves or others. Section

28 of OHSA lists additional specific duties:

1. Work in compliance with the Act and regulations

2. Use any equipment, protective devices or clothing required by the employer

3. Tell the employer or supervisor about any known missing or defective equipment or protective

device that may be dangerous

4. Report any known workplace hazard or violation of the Act to the employer or supervisor

5. Not remove or make ineffective any protective device required by the employer or by the

regulations

VBN Paving Supplies the Following PPE to all Employees

• Hard Hats

• Fluorescent, Tear Away Vests

• Eye Protection

• Hearing Protection

VBN Paving PPE is stored at the head office. Workers are to ensure they have the correct PPE prior to

commencing work each day.

Hard Hats, Fluorescent Vests, and Safety Boots are required on all VBN Paving Sites. See VBN Paving’s

Mandatory PPE by Task Policy for job specific PPE requirements.

If this PPE happens to get ruined in the course of work, VBN Paving will replace it. If it is lost or ruined

due to negligence or personal use, the employee is expected to pay for its replacement. If your paid for

PPE gets ruined in the course of work, VBN Paving will supply your next PPE replacement.

If a worker is dissatisfied with the type of PPE provided by VBN Paving, they are permitted to buy their

own, provided it is of the same or higher standard than VBN Paving’s supplied PPE. Personal PPE

purchases must be validated by your supervisor prior to commencing work to verify compliance.

WHMIS program and How to Obtain SDS’s

• VBN Paving has an annual WHMIS course that is given to all Employees

• The next Annual refresher will be in May of 2018

• If a new SDS sheet is needed, tell your supervisor. They will inform the H&S Manager, and it will

be Posted as soon as possible

• New workers receive WHMIS training upon hiring

• SDS are available:

On our online Job Site Safety Board (https://vbnsafety.ca/Job-Safety-Board)

First Aid Equipment, Fire Extinguishers, & Eyewash Stations

All First Aid Kits and Fire Extinguishers are Inspected Monthly. Any missing items or defects are to be

reported to the Health and Safety Manager on your Inspection Forms, or as noticed.

First Aid Kits and Eyewash Stations:

In Identified Site Vehicles

In VBN Paving Head Office

In VBN Paving Shop

Fire Extinguishers:

In all Identified Trucks and Equipment

At all exits in VBN Paving Head office

At all exits in VBN Paving Shop

VBN PAVING CERTIFIED FIRST AIDERS

Most Employees within the VBN Paving Crews are certified with First Aid and CPR

EMERGENCY PHONE AND CONTACT LIST

Steve Thorne Health & Safety Manager (647) 673-6264 [email protected]

Site Specific emergency contact numbers can be found online in the Job safety board, and at VBN Paving

head office

https://vbnsafety.ca/Job-Safety-Board


JOINT HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE AND WORKER REPRESENTITIVES

WORKER Health & Safety Representatives

Carlo Cordi

MANAGEMENT Health & Safety Representatives Steve Thorne, Health & Safety Manager

Secretary

Nancy Mazzucco

Worker JHSC Representatives

Crew 1 – Joe Santocono & Joe Ferreiro

Crew 2 – Carlo Cordi

Crew 3 – Pasquale Lomazzo

Worker Health & Safety Representatives

• Josh Furtado

• Jayson Felix

• Antonio Ventrella

Emergency and Non-Emergency Protoocol

IN THE EVENT OF A NON-EMERGENCY INJURY

1. Advise your supervisor

2. Fill out an injury report

3. Fill out a first aid report

4. Fill out first aid kit log form

5. Return to work or discuss rest of work duties with supervisor

IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY

1. When an emergency occurs immediately inform your supervisor.

• Assess the situation

• Determine what happened and what the emergency is

• See the “big picture”: what has happened to whom and what will happen if not

contained immediately

• Attempt to identify the immediate cause

• Determine best controls to use to eliminate immediate danger

2. Take command and initiate EMS contact

a. Site Supervisor to advise the Health & Safety Manager and take command until the

Health & Safety Manager arrives

b. Call emergency services as required, generally “911”

c. Provide situation and requirements

d. Delegate tasks for controlling the situation, maintaining order and avoiding panic

3. Provide protection, eliminate further loss, safeguard the area

a. If possible, control the source causing the emergency

b. Protect victim(s), equipment, materials, environment from continuing damage or

further hazards

i. Divert traffic

ii. Fire suppression

iii. Stop/shut down equipment or utility

c. Preserve the scene as much as possible from this point on

4. Begin to provide first aid to those injured

a. Administer first aid, or assist those having started

5. Manage workers on site

a. Sound an air horn to notify workers of an emergency

b. Have all workers come to the “safe location” or command position

c. Organize remainder of workforce for headcount and task delegation

6. Make appropriate contacts

a. EMS, continue contact

b. Utilities

c. Management

Guide responding EMS

a. Appoint someone to wait for and guide EMS personnel

b. Provide details about the events and victim status

Follow-up & Debriefing

a. What occurred

b. Who did what

c. How individuals responded

d. What went right

e. Evaluate the process

f. What improvements are going to be made

INCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES

1. Report the incident occurrence to the Site Supervisor

2. Provide first aid and medical care to the injured person(s) and prevent further injuries or

damage

3. Site Supervisor to immediately advise the Health & Safety Manager of the incident

occurrence

4. Site Supervisor or Senior Supervisor must complete the relevant Damage, Injury, or Vehicle

report.

5. Advise and involve the Joint Health & Safety Committee

6. Investigate the incident

a. Worker and witness interviews

b. Site/equipment/material inspection

c. Occurrence area imaging (photographs, sketches, drawings)

d. Material failure analysis

e. Re-enactments

f. Review of process

7. Identify the causes, investigating deeper until the root cause is found.

8. Complete the Incident Investigation Report

9. Report the findings of the investigation to Senior Management

10. Develop a plan for corrective action as quickly as possible

11. Implement the corrective action plan as quickly as possible

12. Note the corrective actions applied on the Incident Investigation Report

13. Evaluate the effectiveness of the corrective action plan

14. Note the effectiveness of the corrective action plan on the Incident Investigation Report

15. Make changes for continuous improvement

16. Include the details of the incident and the corrective actions taken in future safety meetings

and tool box talks

17. As little time, as possible should be lost between the moment of an accident and the

beginning of the investigation. In this way, one is most likely to be able to observe the

conditions as they were at the time, prevent disturbance of evidence, and identify

witnesses.

18. The tools that members of the investigating team may need (pencil, paper, camera, film,

camera flash, tape measure, etc.) should be immediately available so that no time is wasted.

CRITICAL INJURIES AND SITE PRESERVATION

Ministry of Labour Reportable Incidents/Accidents

The following reporting requirements are only a summary of reporting requirements from the

Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations for Construction Projects (Reg. 213/91). For

a complete listing of the reporting requirements refer to the OHSA & Reg. 213/91.

Section 51 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act requires the Constructor and the Employer to

report “Critical Injuries” immediately.

“CRITICAL INJURY” (Regulation 834)

For the purposes of the Act and Regulations, “Critical Injury” means an injury of a serious nature that;

a) places life in jeopardy

b) produces unconsciousness

c) results in substantial amount of blood

d) involves the fracture of a leg, arm, hand or foot, but NOT a finger or toe

e) involves the amputation of a leg, arm, hand or foot, but NOT a finger or toe

f) consists of burns to a major portion of the body, or

g) causes loss of sight in an eye

Section 52 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Requires the Employer provide notice of accident, explosion, fire or incident of workplace violence,

which does not result in critical injury to the worker, however, disables the worker form performing

regular duties or requires medical attention. This also includes the onset of Occupational Illness.

Section 53 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Requires that the Constructor provides notice in writing in the event of an accident, premature or

unexpected explosion, fire, flood or inrush of water, failure of any equipment, machine device article or

thing, cave-in, subsidence or other incident as prescribed.

Prescribed reportable incidents--- Section 11, Reg. 213/91;

1. A worker falling a vertical distance of three meters or more

2. A worker who falls and whose fall is arrested by a fall arrest system

3. A worker becoming unconscious for any reason

4. Accidental contact by a worker or by a workers’ tool or equipment with a live electrical

conductor or live electrical equipment

5. Contact by a backhoe, shovel, crane or similar lifting device or its load with energized power line

rated at more than 750 volts

6. Structural failure of all or part of falsework designed by, or required by the regulation to be

designed by a professional engineer

7. Structural failure of a principal supporting member, including a column, beam, wall or truss, of a

structure.

8. Failure of all or part of the structural supports of a scaffold

9. Structural failure of all or part of an earth or water retaining structure, including a failure of the

temporary or permanent supports for a shaft, tunnel, caisson, cofferdam or trench.

10. Overturning or the structural failure of all or part of a crane or similar hoisting device.

For a more concise listing, refer to the most current edition of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

and Regulation for Construction Projects.

Apart from what is necessary in the course of providing lifesaving first aid to an injured party, no

changes will be made to the scene of a critical injury or MOL reportable incident. Any attempt to make

changes to the scene after a critical injury occurs can result in the termination of an employee or

criminal charges.

Zero Tolerance Rules for our Drug and Alcohol Policy

1. The manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, sale, purchase, or use of a controlled

substance on company property is prohibited.

2. Being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs on company property is prohibited.

3. The unauthorized use or possession of prescription drugs or over-the-counter drugs on company

property is prohibited.

4. Alcoholism and other drug addictions are recognized as diseases responsive to proper

treatment, and this will be an option as long as the employee cooperates. Employee Assistance

Program (EAP) will be made available to assist employees.

5. Employees who violate this Policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action including

termination.

6. The Policy applies to all employees of the company regardless of rank or position and includes

temporary and part-time employees.

Fit for Work Procedure

Introduction

VBN Paving Limited has a duty of care to ensure that all individuals are fit for work while they are on

company sites or undertaking activities on the company’s behalf. The Policy promotes fitness for work

and how to deal effectively and appropriately with individuals in relation to fitness for work issues.

The purpose of this Procedure is to provide and promote a safe working environment by ensuring all

employees are fit to perform their duties without putting themselves or others at risk by;

Ensuring that an individual whose condition could place her / him "at risk" of causing a danger to self or

others does not return to work until the individual is fit to return to employment and is provided

optimum support and supervision to minimize future risks.

Identifying impaired individuals and providing assistance in obtaining care and /or rehabilitation for

impaired individuals

Ensuring impaired individuals are fit for employment upon return to work

Scope

This procedure applies to all workers of the Company and any person(s) working on or visiting the

operating site. The procedure covers any and all issues that may impact on fitness for work including,

but not limited to, fatigue, stress, physical wellbeing, medical issues, rehabilitation to work, drugs and

alcohol.

• Zero Tolerance rules with respect to our Harassment Policy

VBN PAVING and its senior management team recognizes that all workers have the right to work

in a violence and harassment free workplace. As such, VBN PAVING are committed to provide a

safe work environment and a work environment that free from all forms of violence and

harassment.

VBN Paving has a zero-tolerance policy for the following behaviors:

• Workplace Violence

• Uttering Threats

• Bullying

• Workplace Harassment

• Written Threats

• Stalking

• Assault

• Intimidation

• Horseplay

• Threats

• Destruction of Property

• Sexual Harassment

• Discrimination

Regardless of what is stated above, workers must understand that how an action or statement is meant

is not the issue, harassment depends on how it is perceived. If you are unsure if something will be

perceived as violence or harassment, DO NOT DO IT.

CRITICAL TASKS

Please refer to the Critical Task List under the Job Safety Board Header



Basics of

Fire Extinguishers

Table of Contents

Course Objective ......................................................................................................................................... 15

Program Outline: ................................................................................................................................. 15

Course Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 16

Introduction to Fire Extinguisher’s ............................................................................................................. 16

Elements of a Fire ................................................................................................................................... 16

Classes of Fire & Extinguishers ................................................................................................................ 16

The Class ABC Extinguisher ..................................................................................................................... 17

When to use an Extinguisher .................................................................................................................. 17

Using the “PASS” Method to extinguish a fire ........................................................................................ 18

Fire Extinguisher Training for Employees ............................................................................................... 18

Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance, and Storage .............................................................................. 19

Summary ................................................................................................................................................. 19

The Act ........................................................................................................................................................ 21

Fire Safety ............................................................................................................................................... 21

52 ........................................................................................................................................................ 21

53 ........................................................................................................................................................ 21

54. ....................................................................................................................................................... 21

55. ....................................................................................................................................................... 21

Course Objective

The objective of VBN Pavings Introduction to

Fire Extinguishers course is educate the client

on the minimal requirements of fire Safety set

under the regulations of the Ontario

Occupational Health and Safety Act R.S.O. 1990,

c. O.1, O. Reg. 213/91: CONSTRUCTION

PROJECTS sections 52 to 55.

Program Outline:

- Introduction to Fire Extinguishers

- Elements of Fire

- The proper use and handling of Fire

Extinguishers

- Classes of Fire Extinguishers

- When to use an Extinguisher

- The PASS method to Extinguishing a

fire

- Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance,

& Storage

- Fire Extinguisher Training for

Employees

- Summary of course and what we have

learned

- Ontario Occupational Health and

Safety Act R.S.O. 1990, c. O.1, O. Reg.

213/91: CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

sections 52 to 55

- Review Quiz

Course Introduction

Workplace fires can happen at any

time. That’s why it’s important to

know what to do when a fire starts,

know when and how to fight it and

when not to. This program will

provide viewers with the basic

information they need to react safely

in a potentially dangerous situation.

Topics include classes of fire and

extinguishers, when to use an

extinguisher, using the PASS method

to put out a fire and extinguisher

inspection, maintenance and

storage.

Introduction to Fire

Extinguisher’s

Elements of a Fire

o To burn, fire needs

three things: Fuel,

Oxygen, and a Heat

Source.

o Combine those

things and you have

a fire, remove one

of them and the fire

will die.

o In essence, that’s

what a fire

extinguisher does;

it removes or

neutralizes the fuel,

the oxygen or the

heat source and

sometimes than

one. When that

happens, the fire

goes out

Classes of Fire & Extinguishers

There’s more than one kind of fire extinguisher

because there is more than one kind of fire, the

five basic classes of fire are A, B, C, D and K.

Class A fires involve ordinary combustible

materials like cloth, paper, and wood. These are

fires that can be put out with water using and

air-pressurized water extinguisher.

(Note: Class A Fires may create Ash)

Class B fires should never be put out with

water. They involve flammable liquids like

gasoline, alcohol, paints, thinners and so on.

Instead of putting them out, water only spreads

them and makes them more dangerous.

Class B fires need to be smothered using a

class BC or ABC extinguisher. These are multi-

purpose dry chemical extinguishers that also

leave a non-flammable substance on the

extinguished material, reducing the likelihood

of re-ignition.

(Note: Class B fires may bubble and boil)

Class C fires are electrical fires. They involve

energized electrical equipment; that is,

equipment still connected to a live source.

When faced with an electrical fire, you must use

either a Class BC or ABC extinguisher. It is also

important to try and turn off the power at its

source if it can be safely accomplished.

(Note: Class C Fires may create current)

Class D fires involve combustible metals like

magnesium, titanium and potassium. These are

very dangerous fires that require a special kind

of extinguisher depending upon what type of

metal is involved.

There are two types of Class D extinguishers:

Type 1 uses Sodium Chloride and is effective at

controlling magnesium, sodium, potassium and

powdered aluminium metal fires. Type 2

extinguishers use a copper-based dry powder

designed to smother the fire and displace heat.

(Note: Class D Fires may require a smothering

agent like dirt)

Class K fires are Kitchen fires that involve

vegetable oils, animal oils, or fats in cooking

appliances. They occur in commercial kitchens,

the kind you find in restaurants, cafeterias and

caterers.

Class K extinguishers use a potassium acetate

agent discharged in a fine mist to avoid

spreading a grease fire or to help cool the

appliance after the fire is out.

(Note: Class K fires usually happen in a kitchen)

The Class ABC Extinguisher

The most common type of extinguisher, and the

one you are most likely to see in your

workplace, is the multi-purpose ABC

extinguisher, which is effective on Class A, B,

and C fires.

Always remember that before you use and

extinguisher, make sure it’s intended for the

type of fire you need to put out. As mentioned

before, using a Class A water extinguisher on a

Class B Fire will only spread the flammable

liquid and make the fire much more dangerous.

The ABC fire extinguisher sprays a dry chemical

powder that smothers the fire. It also leaves

behind a huge mess, but when you must choose

between a fire and a mess, choose the mess.

When to use an Extinguisher

This is very important to remember:

extinguishers should only be used to put out

small fires, these are also called incipient stage

fires.

An incipient stage fire is one that’s just getting

started, that is still small and contained. An

extinguisher will effectively put out a fire this

size. That’s what it is designed to do. That’s all

it’s designed to do.

An extinguisher can’t begin to handle a larger

fire, and you only put yourself in danger if you

try to fight a fire like this with an extinguisher.

What ever the size of the fire, you should

always follow the site-specific protocol in the

event of a fire. If there is no specific protocol,

immediacy call 911 before trying to put the fire

out. Small fires can quickly turn into large fires,

and seconds count to a firefighter.

Remember that lives are always more

important then property; don’t take chances. If

you’re not sure you can extinguish a fire safely,

leave the area and close the door behind you to

keep the fire from spreading.

Fully understand that smoke from any type of

fire kills more people than the actual fire. If

smoke is present, it’s best not to try and use

and extinguisher, the fumes and gases of smoke

are very toxic and can kill.

If you do fight the fire with an extinguisher,

always keep your back to an available escape

route. You don’t want to get trapped in the

room by the fire.

Using the “PASS” Method to extinguish a

fire

Remember the word “PASS”, This is a shortcut

to remind you how to use the extinguisher: Pull

the pin; Aim the nozzle; Squeeze the handle;

and Sweep from side to side.

Remove the extinguisher from its mount and

take it to the fire. Pull the Pin, then aim the

extinguisher nozzle towards the base of the fire,

standing six to ten feet from the fire. Then

squeeze the handle.

If you stand to close to the fire and squeeze the

handle, the force of the pressurized gas and

extinguishing agent could actually spread the

flames.

Activate the extinguisher well before you reach

the fire. Move in slowly, making sure not to

spread the fire.

After the fire is out, check to make sure it’s

really out. That’s another reason for calling the

fire department.

If you are successful in putting out the fire, the

professionals can double check to make sure it’s

fully extinguished. They don’t mind arriving to

find out that you already extinguished the fire,

but they get real upset if you don’t call them

until the fire gets out of hand.

Fire Extinguisher Training for Employees

Your company may coordinate training with the

local fire department or bring in a vendor to

conduct hands on training.

Don’t be afraid to let your supervisor know

you’ve never used an extinguisher. Most people

haven’t and putting out a fire with an

extinguisher does require a little training and

practice.

For example, extinguishers are pressurized. The

force of the expelled gas can be strong, so hang

on to the extinguisher if your going to pull the

pin and squeeze the handle.

Also, if you’ve never had, you can’t put out a

fire with an extinguisher that’s empty. That’s

why regular maintenance is so important.

Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance,

and Storage

Extinguisher inspections and maintenance

should be a major part of your facility’s fire

prevention policy.

Check them at least once per month to make

sure they’re in good shape; look them over

weekly if they’re outdoors.

When your examining the extinguisher, make

sure the pressure gauge shows that it’s fully

charged. The locking pin and plastic tamper seal

are in place, the hose and horn are

unobstructed and in good shape and the metal

parts are free of corrosion.

Never test an extinguisher to see if it is working.

Once the valve has been opened, the

extinguisher will lose pressure and may empty

completely within a few days.

This

means that any time an extinguisher is used,

even for a moment, it must be completely

serviced and recharged. If this does not happen,

it may be useless when you need it.

After an extinguisher has been inspected and

serviced, the servicing company will issue a

service tag that’s good for one year. During your

monthly inspections, check to make sure it’s

current; if it’s over a year old, the extinguisher

needs to be serviced immediately.

Every six years an extinguisher is required to be

hydrostatically tested. This is usually performed

by your servicing company and should be

regularly checked during inspection under the

Hydrostatic Test Record on the inspection tag.

A Fire extinguisher is no good at all if you can’t

find it when you need it. Never store an

extinguisher on the floor, in a closet or behind

furniture, plants of decorations.

Extinguishers should be mounted on hangers or

in marked fire extinguisher cabinets where they

can be clearly seen.

When a fire starts, there’s not time to search for

an extinguisher that works. They must be within

easy reach and ready to go.

Summary

Fire Extinguishers can save property and lives,

so you need to know how to use them.

Know what classes of fire might occur at your

facility and which extinguishers you can use to

fight them.

Make sure that extinguishers are mounted in

plain sight, checked regularly and inspected

annually.

Follow site specific fire protocol, sound the

alarm, and call 911 before trying to tackle a

blaze. Always keep your back to an escape route

and get out if the situation becomes to

dangerous.

Remember the PASS method: Pull the Pin; aim

the nozzle; squeeze the trigger; sweep from

side to side.

Talk to your local Fire Department about getting

hands on experience with extinguishers.

Fires can start anywhere, at any time, but with

the proper training and with the right

extinguisher, you may be able to extinguish a

small fire before it gets out of control.

The Act

Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act R.S.O. 1990, c. O.1, O. Reg. 213/91: CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

sections 52 to 55

Fire Safety

52. (1) Fire extinguishing equipment shall be provided at readily accessible and adequately marked locations

at a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (1).

(1.1) Every worker who may be required to use fire extinguishing equipment shall be trained in its use. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 16.

(2) Without limiting subsection (1), at least one fire extinguisher shall be provided,

(a) where flammable liquids or combustible materials are stored, handled or used;

(b) where oil-fired or gas-fired equipment, other than permanent furnace equipment in a building, is used;

(c) where welding or open-flame operations are carried on; and

(d) on each storey of an enclosed building being constructed or altered. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (2).

(3) At least one fire extinguisher shall be provided in a workshop for each 300 or fewer square metres of floor

area. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (3).

(4) Clause (2) (d) and subsection (3) do not apply to a building,

(a) that is to be used as a detached or semi-detached single-family dwelling;

(b) that has two storeys or less and is to be used as a multiple family dwelling; or

(c) that has one storey with no basement or cellar. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 52 (4).

53. (1) Fire extinguishing equipment shall be of a suitable type and size to permit the evacuation of workers

during a fire. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 53 (1).

(2) Every fire extinguisher,

(a) shall be a type whose contents are discharged under pressure; and

(b) shall have an Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada rating of at least 4A40BC. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 53 (2); O.

Reg. 345/15, s. 10.

54. (1) Fire extinguishing equipment shall be protected from physical damage and from freezing. O. Reg.

213/91, s. 54 (1).

(2) After a fire extinguisher is used, it shall be refilled or replaced immediately. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 54 (2).

55. Every fire extinguisher shall be inspected for defects or deterioration at least once a month by a

competent worker who shall record the date of the inspection on a tag attached to it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 55.

Guidelines for training

TRAFFIC CONTROL

PERSONS

Guidelines for Training

Traffic Control Persons

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

OBJECTIVES

TRAINING

QUALIFICATIONS

STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS

EQUIPMENT

PREPARATION

DOING THE JOB

SUMMARY

APPENDIX

Sections 67 – 69 and 104 – 106 of the Construction Regulation (O. Reg.213/91)

2

INTRODUCTION This manual is intended to assist personnel who

train workers to act as traffic control persons

(TCPs). A trainer must explain all the points

covered in this manual to workers before they

perform traffic control duties.

The information in this manual should be

considered generic – it contains the minimum

elements required for training a TCP. Trainers

must expand on this information to include any

relevant company policies and procedures. If

possible, trainers must add site-specific

information or any other information that will

improve the health and safety of the worker while

he or she performs traffic control duties.

OBJECTIVES Traffic control is intended

1) to protect construction crews and the motoring

public by regulating traffic flow

2) to stop traffic whenever required by the

progress of work — otherwise to keep traffic

moving at reduced speeds to avoid tie-ups and

delays

3) to allow construction to proceed safely and

efficiently

4) to ensure that public traffic has priority over

construction equipment.

TRAINING Regulations require that TCPs be given written and

verbal instructions. This manual is meant to help

you meet that requirement. The Infrastructure

Health & Safety Association (IHSA) recommends

two other resources:

• Handbook for Construction Traffic Control

Persons

The handbook should be given to and kept by

each person receiving training. Refer to it

throughout training to familiarize the worker

with the information it contains.

• the training video Traffic Protection,

available from the Public Services Health &

Safety Association.

QUALIFICATIONS Traffic control persons are more frequently in

contact with the public than other construction

workers. In addition to training, they should have

• sound health, good vision and hearing, mental

and physical alertness

• mature judgment and a pleasant manner

• a good eye for speed and distance to gauge

oncoming traffic

• preferably a driver’s licence

• the ability to give motorists simple directions,

explain hazards, and answer questions

• liking, understanding, and respect for the

responsibilities of the job.

STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS Requirements for traffic control, including an in-

depth a traffic control person, are spelled out in

the Manual, Book 7: Temporary Conditions

Ontario Traffic description of the requirements,

procedures, and duties of.

This manual has been updated to reflect the

changes in the January 2014 edition of Book 7. The

information applies to traffic control by any

persons or agencies performing construction,

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maintenance or utility work on roadways in

Ontario.

Occupational Health and Safety Act makes it

mandatory The construction regulation (O. Reg.

213/91) under the that traffic control persons be

protected from hazards.

The regulation, under the sections pertaining to

traffic control, contains

• the requirement that the employer write and

implement a traffic protection plan for

workers on a project if any of them may face

hazards from vehicular traffic

• the specifications for the STOP/ SLOW sign

that must be used by any worker performing

the duties of a traffic control person

• the specific road and traffic configurations

which make it safe to use a traffic control

person

• the requirement that a worker must not direct

vehicular traffic for more than one lane in the

same direction

• the requirement that the employer ensure

that only a competent worker performs the

duties of a traffic control person. A competent

worker is someone who is qualified to

perform the work because of knowledge,

Occupational Health and Safety Act and

with the training, and experience; is familiar

with the

regulations that apply to the work; and has

knowledge of all potential or actual danger to

health or safety in the work.

• the requirement that the traffic control

person is in no way distracted or otherwise

impeded from performing duties in a safe

manner

• the requirement that each traffic control

person receive adequate oral and written

instruction from the employer in a language

that the worker understands prior to the

worker performing the duties of a traffic

control person

• the specifications for the protective clothing

all workers must wear while performing the

duties of a traffic control person.

These requirements are spelled out in the

Appendix to this manual.

The Highway Traffic Act and Regulations

specify the maximum rate of speed in

construction zones.

EQUIPMENT It is the supervisor’s responsibility to ensure that

traffic control persons wear proper protective

equipment at all times and use the traffic control

devices required by law.

It is the worker’s responsibility to wear properly

– at all times – all personal protective equipment

which the supervisor instructs him or her to

wear. The worker is responsible for maintaining

the equipment in good condition.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Ensure that traffic control persons clearly

understand the requirements regarding the PPE

they must wear, including the following:

• Hard hat meeting the Canadian Standards

Association (CSA) standard Z94.1 Class E Type I

or II

• Safety boots, CSA certified, Grade 1 (green

triangular CSA patch outside, green rectangular

label inside)

• Garment, usually a vest, covering the upper body and requirements of CSA standard Z96 Apparel High-Visibility Safety having a tag saying that the garment complies with the for a Class 2 garment having level 1, 2, or FR retroreflective tape.

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Remind traffic control persons that they should

dress right for the job:

• hot days – hard hat, safety boots, shirt, and full-

length pants are recommended; sunscreen

should be worn and insect repellent may also be

required in some locations

• cold days – warm layered clothing, especially

gloves, boots, and hard hats with winter liners

• wet days – highly visible rainwear.

Performing duties after dark When the job requires TCPs to direct traffic after

dark, Section 69.1(4) of the construction

regulation requires that they wear retro-reflective

silver stripes encircling each arm and leg, or

equivalent side visibility-enhancing stripes with a

minimum area of 50 cm2 per side.

In addition, it is recommended that the TCP

• wear a hard hat with reflective tape

• use a flashlight with a red cone attachment

• place flashing amber lights ahead of his or her

post

• stand in a lighted area – under temporary or

street lighting, or illuminated by light from a

parked vehicle (stand fully in the light without

creating a silhouette).

STOP/SLOW sign (hand-held) A sign used to direct traffic must be

• octagonal in shape, 450 mm wide, and mounted

on a pole 1.2 m long

• made of material with at least the rigidity of

plywood 6 mm thick

• high-intensity retro-reflective red on one side,

with STOP printed in high-intensity retro-

reflective white 150 mm high

• on the other side, high-intensity retro-

reflective micro-prismatic fluorescent

chartreuse, with a black diamond-shaped

border at least 317 mm x 317 mm, with SLOW

printed in black 120 mm high.

PREPARATION Before they start work, ensure that each TCP can

demonstrate understanding of

1) the type of construction they will be involved

with – paving, installing pipe, grading, cut and

fill, etc.

2) the type of equipment to be used – scrapers,

trucks, compactors, graders, etc.

3) how the equipment will be operating – crossing

road, along the shoulder, in culverts, backing up,

etc.

4) how to direct construction and public traffic

(emphasize that public traffic has priority over

construction equipment)

5) the requirement that they protect workers

setting up components of the traffic control

system such as signs, delineators, cones and

barriers

6) any special conditions of the contract governing

road use (many contracts forbid work during

urban rush hours)

7) how public traffic will flow – for example, along

a two-lane highway, around curves or hills, by

detour or on a road narrowed to a single lane

(this last is a very common situation and

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requires two traffic control persons to ensure

that vehicles do not move in opposing

directions at the same time; in some cases,

where the two cannot see one another, a third

is necessary to keep both in view and relay

instructions).

DOING THE JOB

General Clearly explain to each TCP what they should

check each day:

• that the STOP/SLOW sign is clean, undamaged,

and meets height and size requirements

• that the TRAFFIC CONTROL PERSON

AHEAD sign accordance with the Temporary

Conditions, Ontario Traffic Manual, Book 7:

has been set up properly at an appropriate

distance in to afford motorists adequate

warning

• that when performing traffic control duties on a

mobile operation, the TRAFFIC CONTROL

PERSON AHEAD sign is kept the proper distance

from the traffic control person and not left

behind as the operation moves

• that meal, coffee, and toilet breaks are

arranged with the supervisor.

Instruct the traffic control person about the

following:

• where to stand

• location or position

• how to signal

• communications

• problems.

Where to stand Ensure that each TCP understands the following

points.

1) Stand the correct distance from the work area.

Refer to TCP Table on page 5.

2) Adjust distances to suit road, weather, and

speed conditions. Remember these points:

TCP Ahead Sign

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• Traffic must have room to react to your

directions to stop (a vehicle can take at least

twice the stopping distance on wet or icy

roads).

• Stand where you can see and be seen by

approaching traffic for at least 150 metres

(500 feet).

• Avoid the danger of being backed over or hit

by construction equipment being used on

site.

3) Stand outside the travelled portion of the

roadway and always face oncoming traffic.

4) Once you’ve stopped the first vehicle, you need

to change position. See point 5 in “How to

signal,” page 7. 5) Be alert at all times. Be aware

Traffic Control Person Placement (TCP TABLE)

Normal Regulatory Posted Speed

60 km/h or lower, one lane or reduced to one lane

70 km/h to 90 km/h, one lane or reduced to one lane

Traffic Volume Low High Low High

Distance of TCP from

First Cone of Transition Taper

5 – 10 m 10 – 15 m 15 – 25 m 20 – 30 m

Table taken from

Ontario Traffic

Manual, Book 7: Temporary Conditions, 2014 ed.

Typical Arrangement on a Two-Lane Roadway

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of construction traffic around you and

especially oncoming traffic on the roadway.

6) Stand alone. Don’t allow a group to gather

around you.

7) Stand at your post. Sitting is hazardous because

your ability to see is reduced and the ability of a

motorist to see you is reduced.

8) Once you have been assigned a position by your

supervisor, look over the area for methods of

escape – a place to get to in order to avoid being

injured by a vehicle heading your way, if for

some reason the driver has disregarded your

signals. If this should happen, protect yourself by

moving out of the path of the vehicle and then

warn the crew.

Location and position One consideration in selecting the position of the TCP is to maintain colour contrast between the TCP

and background. TCPs must be clearly visible to the approaching motorist at all times.

Note: On curves and hills, three TCPs or some other means of communication are required. The duty

of TCP #2 is to relay signals between TCP #1 and TCP #3.

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How to signal Give a brief demonstration and emphasize the

following points.

11) Use the STOP/SLOW sign and your arms as

shown in the illustrations below.

12) Hold your sign firmly in full view of oncoming

traffic.

Give the motorist plenty of warning. Don’t

show the STOP sign when the motorist is too

close. The average stopping distance for a

vehicle travelling at 50 kilometres per hour

(30 miles per hour) is 45 metres (150 feet).

Higher speeds require more stopping

distance.

13) When showing the SLOW sign, avoid bringing

traffic to a complete halt. When motorists

have slowed down, signal them to keep

moving slowly.

14) When showing the STOP sign, use firm hand

signals and indicate where you want traffic to

stop. After the first few vehicles stop,

• move to a point on the road where traffic

in the queue can see you

• make sure you stay in the lane of the

roadway in which you are controlling traffic

• stay a safe distance away from the dividing

line between your lane and the adjacent

lane (never encroach on the adjacent lane

– traffic is coming from the opposite

direction, you can’t see it coming, and you

may not be able to hear it either).

15) Before moving traffic from a stopped

position, make sure the opposing traffic has

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stopped and that the last opposing vehicle

has passed your post. Then turn your sign and

step back on the shoulder of the road.

16) Stay alert, keep your eyes on approaching

traffic, make your hand signals crisp and

positive.

17) Coordinate your effort with nearby traffic

signals to avoid unnecessary delays, tie-ups,

and confusion.

18) Do not use red flags to control traffic.

10) In some situations, two-way traffic may be

allowed through the work zone at reduced

speed, with a TCP assigned to each direction.

Since motorists can be confused or misled by

seeing the STOP side of the sign used in the

opposite lane, the signs must be modified. The

STOP side must be covered to conceal its

command. This should prevent drivers from

stopping unexpectedly.

Communication Review the following pointers with the TCP.

1) Don’t be distracted by talking to fellow workers

or passing pedestrians. If you must talk to

motorists, stay at your post and keep the

conversation brief.

2) When using two-way radios to communicate

with another TCP, take the following

precautions:

• Establish clear voice signals for each situation

and stick to them.

• Be crisp and positive in your speech. If you do

not understand the message, have it

repeated.

• Test the units before starting your shift and

carry spare batteries.

• Avoid unnecessary chit-chat.

• Don’t use two-way radios in blasting zones.

3) When two TCPs are working together, they

should always be able to see each other in order

to coordinate the STOP/ SLOW sign. Signals

between two TCPs should be understood, i.e., if

a TCP changes the sign from STOP to SLOW or

vice versa he/she must inform the other TCP by

signalling with the sign in an up and down or

sideways motion. This will ensure that TCPs

coordinate their activities accordingly. Two-way

radios are the best method for proper

communication.

4) When two TCPs are not in sight of each other,

station a third who can keep both in view. (See

the illustrations titled “Curve” and “Hill” on page

6.)

Problems TCPs have an important job to do on construction

projects. However, they are not law enforcement

officers. If problems arise, tell them to follow

these steps:

1) Report motorists who are endangering the

safety of the public or construction workers to

the supervisor.

2) Keep a pad and pencil to jot down violators’

licence numbers.

3) Ask the supervisor for assistance from police in

difficult or unusual traffic situations.

4) Never restrain a motorist forcibly or take out

anger on any vehicle.

5) Always be alert to the needs of emergency

vehicles. Ambulances, police, and fire vehicles

have priority over other traffic.

SUMMARY Remind the TCP of the following points.

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Always face traffic.

Plan an escape route.

Wear personal protective clothing.

Maintain proper communication

with other TCPs.

Stay alert at all times.

Be courteous.

The Construction Projects Occupational Health

and Safety Act and Regulations

makes it mandatory that traffic control persons

be protected from hazards. This includes not only

personal protective clothing and equipment but

also measures and devices to guard against the

dangers of vehicular traffic. Safety should receive

prime consideration enforces regulations under

the Safety Act. Occupational Health and in

planning for traffic control. The Ministry of

Labour

Traffic control is a demanding job, often a

thankless job, but always an important job. How

well TCPs succeed will depend largely on their

attitude.

Site-specific training This manual is a valuable resource for training

traffic control persons, but it does not cover

everything. In addition to the information

outlined in this manual, the employer must

provide site-specific training to workers. The

employer must ensure that workers are aware

of the specific hazards they will encounter on

the jobsite and how to control them.

Written policy By law, every employer must develop and

implement a written traffic protection plan if

any of the employer’s workers on a project are

exposed to hazards from vehicular traffic. The

plan must specify the hazards and the

protective measures to be followed. The plan

must be kept at the project and be made

available to an inspector or worker on request.

For this and other traffic control requirements,

see sections 67–69 and 104–106 of the

construction regulation (O. Reg. 213/91).

These sections are reprinted in the appendix to

this manual.

APPENDIX Sections 67 – 69 and 104 – 106

of the Construction Regulation

(O. Reg. 213/91)

Sections 67–69

67. (1) In this section,

"barricade" means a device that provides a visual

indicator of the path a motorist is supposed to

take; "barrier" means a device that provides a

physical limitation through which a vehicle would

not normally pass, and

includes a concrete barrier;

"mobile operation" means work, including a

paving operation, that is done on a highway or the

shoulder of a highway and moves along at speeds

of less than 30 kilometres per hour. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 21.

(2) If a worker at a project on a highway may

be endangered by vehicular traffic unrelated to

the project, the project shall make use of as many

of the following measures as is necessary to

adequately protect the worker:

1. Barriers.

2. Barricades.

3. Delineators.

4. Lane control devices.

5. Warning signs.

6. Flashing lights.

7. Flares.

8. Traffic control devices.

9. Blocker trucks.

10. Crash trucks.

11. Sign trucks.

12. Speed control devices.

13. Longitudinal buffer areas. O. Reg. 145/00, s.

21.

(3) In addition to the measures listed in

subsection(2) but subject to section 68, a worker

may be used to direct traffic. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 21.

(4) Every employer shall develop in

writing and implement a traffic protection plan for

the employers’ workers at a project if any of them

may be exposed to a hazard from vehicular traffic.

O. Reg. 145/00, s. 21.

(5) The traffic protection plan,

(a) shall specify the vehicular

traffic hazards and the measures

described in subsection (2) to be used to

protect workers; and

(b) shall be kept at the project

and made available to an inspector or a

worker on request. O. Reg. 145/00, s.

21.

(6) A worker who is required to set up or

remove measures described in subsection (2) on a

roadway or a shoulder of a roadway,

(a) shall be a competent

worker;

(b) shall not perform any other

work while setting up or removing the

measures; and

(c) shall be given adequate

written and oral instructions, in a

language that he or she understands,

with respect to setting up or removing

the measures. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 21.

(7) Subject to subsection (8), adequate

barriers shall be installed to protect workers at a

project from vehicular traffic if the project,

(a) is on a freeway;

(b) is not a mobile operation;

and

(c) is expected to require more

than five days to complete. O. Reg. 145/00,

s. 21.

(8) Until January 1, 2003, if a project to which

subsection (7) would otherwise apply is expected to

require five days or less to complete, or if it is not

practical to install barriers as that subsection

requires, the following measures shall be taken to

protect workers at the project:

1. An adequate longitudinal

buffer area shall be provided if

physically possible.

2. If information about the

annual average daily travel rate of

vehicular traffic on the freeway is

available and the rate is less than

25,000, blocker trucks shall be

adequately positioned between

vehicular traffic and workers.

3. If the annual average daily

travel rate of vehicular traffic on the

freeway is 25,000 or more or if

information about the rate is

unavailable, crash trucks shall be


vehicular traffic and workers. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 21.

(9) If subsection (8) applies and

information about the annual average daily

travel rate of vehicular traffic on the freeway

is available, a record of the rate shall be

maintained at the project and be made

available to an inspector upon request. O.

Reg. 145/00, s. 21.

(10) On and after January 1,

2003, if it is not practical to install barriers as

subsection (7) requires, or if the project is

expected to require five days or less to

complete, crash trucks shall be adequately

positioned to protect workers. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 21.

(11) If work on a shoulder of a

freeway is expected to take less than 30

minutes to complete, a vehicle with four-

way flashers and a 360-degree beacon light

shall be provided. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 21.

(12) The following measures

shall be taken to protect a worker at a

project if the project is on a freeway and

involves a mobile operation:

1. Until January 1, 2003, an

adequate number of blocker trucks shall

be adequately positioned between

vehicular traffic and the worker.

2. On and after January 1,

2003, an adequate number of crash

trucks shall be adequately positioned

between vehicular traffic and the

worker.

3. If the operation involves

intermittent stops averaging 30 minutes

or less, an adequate number of

barricades or delineators shall be


vehicular traffic and the worker.

4. If the operation involves

intermittent stops averaging more than

30 minutes,

i. an adequate

longitudinal buffer area shall

be provided if physically possible,

ii. the lane on which

work is being done shall be

adequately identified with lane

closure signs and a lane closure

taper, and

iii. an adequate

number of barricades or delineators

shall be adequately positioned

between vehicular traffic and the

work area. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 21.

68. The following requirements apply with respect

to a sign used by a worker to direct vehicular

traffic:

1. It shall be octagonal in shape,

measure 450 millimetres between opposite

sides, and be mounted on a pole that is 1.2

metres long.

2. It shall be made of material with at

least the rigidity of plywood that is six

millimetres thick.

3. On one side it shall be high-intensity

retroreflective grade red in colour, with the

word "STOP" written in legible high-intensity

retro-reflective grade white letters 150

millimetres high in a central position on the

sign.

4. On the other side it shall be high

retro-reflective micro-prismatic fluorescent

chartreuse in colour, with a black diamond-

shaped border that is at least 317 milli

metres by 317 millimetres, and with the

word "SLOW" written in legible black letters

120 millimetres high in a central position on

the sign.

5. It shall be maintained in a clean and

legible condition. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 22.

69. (1) This section applies with respect to directing

vehicular traffic that may be a hazard to

workers on a public way. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23.

(2) A worker shall not direct vehicular

traffic for more than one lane in the same

direction. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23.

(3) A worker shall not direct vehicular

traffic if the normal posted speed limit of the

public way is more than 90 kilometres per

hour. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23.

(4) A worker who is required to direct

vehicular traffic,

(5) (a) shall be a competent worker;

a) shall not perform any other

work while directing

vehicular traffic;

(b) shall be positioned in such

a way that he or she is endangered as

little as possible by vehicular traffic;

and

(c) shall be given adequate

written and oral instructions, in a

language that he or she understands,

with respect to directing vehicular

traffic, and those instructions shall

include a description of the signals that

are to be used. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23.

(5) The written instructions referred to in

clause (4)(d) shall be kept at the project. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 23.

69.1 (1) A worker who may be endangered by

vehicular traffic shall wear a garment that covers

at least his or her upper body and has the

following features:

1. The garment shall be

fluorescent blaze or international

orange in colour.

2. On the front and the back,

there shall be two yellow stripes that

are 5 centimetres wide. The yellow area

shall total at least 500 square

centimetres on the front and at least

570 square centimetres on the back.

3. On the front, the stripes

shall be arranged vertically and centred

and shall be approximately 225

millimetres apart, measured from the

centre of each stripe. On the back, they

shall be arranged in a diagonal "X"

pattern.

4. The stripes shall be retro-

reflective and fluorescent. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 23.

(2) If the garment is a vest, it shall have

adjustable fit. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23.

(3) On and after January 1, 2001, a

nylon vest to which this section applies shall also

have a side and front tear-away feature. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 23.

(4) In addition, a worker who may be

endangered by vehicular traffic during night-time

hours shall wear retro-reflective silver stripes

encircling each arm and leg, or equivalent side

visibility-enhancing stripes with a minimum area of

50 square centimetres per side. O. Reg. 145/00, s.

23.

Sections 104-106 104. (1) Every project shall be planned and

organized so that vehicles, machines and

equipment are not operated in reverse or are

operated in reverse as little as possible. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 27.

(2) Vehicles, machines and

equipment at a project shall not be

operated in reverse unless there is no

practical alternative to doing so. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 27.

(3) Operators of vehicles,

machines and equipment shall be assisted

by signallers if either of the following

applies:

1. The operator's view of the intended

path of travel is obstructed.

2. A person could be endangered by

the vehicle, machine or equipment or by

its load. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27.

(4) Subsection (3) also applies to

shovels, backhoes and similar excavating

machines and to cranes and similar hoisting

devices. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27.

(5) The operator and the signaller shall,

(a) jointly establish the procedures by

which the signaller assists the

operator; and

(b) follow those procedures. O. Reg.

145/00, s. 27.

(6) If subsection (3) applies to the project

and it is not possible to carry out the project

without some operation of vehicles and

equipment in reverse, signs shall be posted at the

project in conspicuous places warning workers of

the danger. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27.

105. A dump truck shall be equipped with an

automatic audible alarm that signals when the

truck is being operated in reverse. O. Reg. 145/00,

s. 27.

106. (1) A signaller shall be a competent worker

and shall not perform other work while acting as a

signaller. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 106 (1).

(1.1) The signaller shall wear a garment that

covers at least his or her upper body and has the

following features:

1. The garment shall be fluorescent

blaze or international orange in colour.

2. On the front and the back, there

shall be two yellow stripes that are 5

centimetres wide. The yellow area shall

total at least 500 square centimetres on the

front and at least 570 square centimetres

on the back.

3. On the front, the stripes shall be

arranged vertically and centred and shall be

approximately 225 millimetres apart,

measured from the centre of each stripe.

On the back, they shall be arranged in a

diagonal "X" pattern.

4. The stripes shall be retro-reflective

and fluorescent. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 28.

(1.2) If the garment is a vest, it

shall have adjustable fit. O. Reg. 145/00, s.

28.

(1.3) On and after January 1,

2001, a nylon vest to which this section

applies shall also have a side and front tear-

away feature. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 28.

(1.4) In addition, a signaller who

may be endangered during night-time hours

shall wear retro-reflective silver stripes

encircling each arm and leg, or equivalent

side visibility-enhancing stripes with a

minimum area of 50 square centimetres per

side. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 28.

(1.5) The employer shall,

(a) ensure that the signaller has

received adequate oral training in his or her

duties and has received adequate oral and

written instructions in a language that he or

she understands; and

(b) keep the written instructions at the

project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 28.

(2) A signaller,

(a) shall be clear of the intended path of

travel of the vehicle, machine or

equipment, crane or similar hoisting device,

shovel, backhoe or similar excavating

machine or its load;

(b) shall be in full view of the operator

of the vehicle, machine or equipment, crane

or similar hoisting device, shovel, backhoe

or similar excavating machine;

(c) shall have a clear view of the

intended path of travel of the vehicle,

machine or equipment, crane or similar

hoisting device, shovel, backhoe or similar

excavating machine or its load; and

(d) shall watch the part of the vehicle,

machine or equipment or crane or similar

hoisting device, shovel, backhoe or similar

excavating machine or its load whose path

of travel the operator cannot see. O. Reg.

213/91, s. 106 (2).

(3) The signaller shall communicate with the

operator by means of a telecommunication system

or, where visual signals are clearly visible to the

operator, by means of prearranged visual signals. O.

Reg. 213/91, s. 106 (3).

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