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MVB JV Site Safety Induction

Welcome to the Lee Tunnel Project

WORK SAFE HOME SAFE

Introduction

• Domestic arrangements

• Please turn off Mobile Phones or put them onto silent ring

WORK SAFE HOME SAFE

Objectives of this Session

• Be aware the project details

• Adhere to the site rules, procedures and expected behaviour.

• Gain a basic knowledge of Safety, Environmental and Qualityrequirements.

• Understand site layout and working areas.

• Understand your responsibilities with regard to the Management ofHealth and Safety

The MVB JV Commitment to the successful management of health and

safety is contained within the Health and Safety Policy Statement.

Summary

I. Project Overview

II. H&S and Environment Information

III. H&S Site Rules

IV. Communication and Incentive Scheme

V. Quality

VI. Environment

Project Overview – HSE Information – H&S Rules – Communication – Quality - Environment

Project Overview

Background –

• The Lee Tunnel Project is being constructed by MVB JV on behalf of Thames Water and is part of the Thames Tideway improvements.

• MVB is a joint venture between Morgan Sindall, VINCI Construction Grands Projets and Bachy Soletanche

Key Parties –

Client:

Thames Water

Principal Contractor:

MVB

Supervisor / Client Support:

Project Management Team

CDM Co-ordinator:Peter Neale


Why are we here?

Thames Water must control the flow of combined storm water and foul water into the Thames to prevent pollution.

This scheme will allow 50% of the total volume discharged to the Thames Tideway to be intercepted and treated.

� Comply with European Directives� Improve Health, Environment and Ecology

Project Overview


Works consist of:

• 4 deep shafts between 20m and 38m diameter and up to 100m deep using diaphragm wall construction

• 6,900m tunnel, 7.2m finished diameter, between Beckton and Abbey Mills using a Slurry TBM

• M&E installation in the shafts

Project Overview


Project Overview


Key Project Staff


Project Manager

Robert Hayden

Project Director

Francois Pogu

Civil & MEICA Manager

Pierre Julia

Enabling Works & Tunnel

Manager

John Corcoran

Construction Manager

Alan Barker

Piling & D Wall Manager

Julian Gatward

• 0 RIDDOR reportable accidents

• 0 Lost Time accidents

• Report all Near Misses to your supervisor

• Everyone is empowered to stop a work activity if they

believe there is a risk of an accident, injury,

environmental incident or quality problem

Project Safety Targets


Summary

I. Project Overview


III. H&S Site Rules


V. Quality

VI. Environment


Your employer is responsible for providing:

•Safe workplaces, with safe access and egress

• Safe systems of work

• Designs that recognise safe practice during preparation, construction, operation, maintenance and repair.

Legal Responsibilities - Employers


• Acts: You are responsible for your actions whilst at work. You can be held accountable if something you do whist at work results in injury or damage to yourself and others who may be affected.

• Omissions: You are responsible for the things that youfail to do whilst at work. If you omit to carry out a duty or action that you might reasonably be expected to do whilst at work, you may be held accountable.

SOURCE: Health and Safety at Work Etc. Act 1974

Legal Responsibilities - Employees


• Respect all people and their views

• Empower, encourage and reward safe behaviour

• Strive to continuously improve HSEQ performance

• Provide daily Forums to exchange HSEQ information

• Engage the workforce in HSEQ issues

• Challenge ‘business as usual’ attitudes

• Take positive action on all HSEQ issues raised


Project Code of Conduct

To be able to work on this site you must have the following:

– A CSCS or CPCS Card or equivalent

– Thames Water Safety Passport

– Attended this induction.

Additional training will be provided, as identified, by site management.

Prior to starting work you will have

– Taken a Drug & Alcohol Test and

– Completed the Occupational Health Questionnaire

– Completed the New Starter Form


Training and Authorisation

High Risk Activities

• Working near overhead pylons

• Working near heavy plant

• Working close to water

• Working near raw sewage


Causes of Accidents

• Slips, Trips and Falls

– Keep your workplace tidy

• Manual Handling

– Eliminate need or mechanise

• Fall from Height

– Eliminate or protection

• Lifting Operation

– Restriction Area / Stand away from loads

• Contact with UG / OH Services

– Training / Permit to work

• Being struck by moving Plant & Machinery

– Observe segregation and ensure visibility


�All site activities must have a Risk Assessment and Method Statement

> Permit to Work where required

> You must be briefed by your supervisor and have personally signed onto the Risk Assessment, Method Statement and any Permit to Work before work commences to acknowledge your understanding of the associated risks and controls

> If you have any doubts or suggestions…ASK!

Controlling Risks


Daily Safety Briefing:

– Each day you will be briefed on the safety aspects of

the days work on site

– This is a daily opportunity for us to raise safety

issues….and listen to yours

– Hazards on site change all the time

– Take note of daily hazard information in your daily

briefing

Controlling Risks


• Report all accidents, incidents, unsafe situations and positive interventions immediately to the site manager, your line manager or site office.

• Do not endanger yourself or others whilst dealing with emergencies

• All Emergency Routes / Exit must be kept clear

• Emergency Assembly Points are:– Site 1: by the Pylon next to the Main carpark entrance.

– Site 2: Top of stairs by main entrance

Incidents and Emergencies


• Be aware of:

–Your location

–Your 1st Aider

• In Case of Emergency:

–Don’t put yourself at risk

–Seek assistance of the nearest 1st aider (identified with a sticker on the Helmet)

–Ring Emergency Number 07794 212554

Incidents and Emergencies


Make Yourself Aware Of

Local Alarm Call Points

YourEmergency

Muster Point

Local Fire Extinguishers

Local Emergency

Exits

First Aid Arrangements


Emergency Arrangements

• On hearing the emergency alarm, leave the building and/or site by the nearest emergency exit route, closing all doors but leaving lights on.

• Know your Emergency Exit

• Do not stop to collect personal belongings.

• Do not re-enter the site without permission from the Incident Controller


Emergency Arrangements

Occupational Health

• You must advise site management immediately after your induction if you have a medical condition that could affect you working safely

– diabetes

– epilepsy

– existing back problems

– HAVS

– respiratory conditions

– hearing difficulty

– skin disorders


First Aid Arrangements

• All accidents must be reported immediately and entered into the accident book by a first aider.

• Accident book is located by the site managers desk

• Nearest Hospital – Newham General Hospital –Glen Road, Barking – 0207 476 4000


Newham General Hospital


•Do not come to work or continue to work when

unfit to do so through the effects of alcohol,

drugs or other substances.

•Anyone under the influence will be removed

from site

•If you are on prescribed medication you must

be aware of the possible effects

• Drugs & Alcohol Policy – testing within the

induction process, random testing, testing after

an incident and also with cause.

•Your employer has signed up to this policy.


Drugs and Alcohol

Noise

Hearing protection –

Potential Noise issues should be identified by RiskAssessment with suitable controls established

Hearing protection must be provided on request fromemployees when levels range between 80 dB(A) and 85dB(A)

Hearing protection must be provided and worn in excess of85 dB(A)

Effects could be felt in later life – not now!


Weil’s Disease (Leptospirosis)

A bacterial disease which is spread by infected animal urine, typically rats, and usually enters the body after contact with open wounds, cuts etc.

Early symptoms are Flu type in appearance i.e. cold, headache, lethargy and blotchy skin.

Protection / Prevention Measures:

– Ensure recognised as a potential hazard

– Cover all open wounds, cuts etc

– Good personal hygiene

– Report to supervisor and attend GP, stating the nature of your work

– Carry Health and Hygiene Card issued at Induction


HAVS

HAVS is a collective term for a number of injuries which result in:

� > Damage to nerves, blood vessels, bones and muscles of the Hands and Arms

� > Impaired blood circulation

HAVS is caused by prolonged and excessive vibration –

All Vibrating tools are tagged and trigger time must be adhered to and records of exposure time kept


HAVS =

Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

Summary

I. Project Overview


III. H&S Site Rules


V. Quality

VI. Environment


Site procedures include implementation of:

• Permits to work – excavations, hot work, confined spaces, electrical systems

• Hearing protection zones

• Confined spaces

• Identification of underground services

Site Rules and Procedures


Site Specific Rules include:

• Stay clear of manoeuvring plant

• Do not operate any item of plant unless you have the appropriate CPCS card

• Checks to be made to ensure no services in vicinity of area to be excavated.

• No work undertaken in the immediate vicinity of overhead cables until warning notices posted and where appropriate goalposts erected

• Keep your working area clean & tidy

• Do not display any potentially offensive material

Site Specific Rules and Procedures


• Mandatory PPE– Hard Hat

– Overalls or long trousers and jacket or Tee shirts. No shorts.

– Steel toe capped boots with midsole protection. No rigger boots

– Gloves – suitable for task

– Eye protection – suitable for task

– Hi Viz on outer clothing

PPE Requirements


Identified by Risk Assessment;

Hearing Protection

Dust Masks

•You may only use your mobile where it is safe to do so.

•You must not use your mobile phone when operating

plant, working, banking loads or walking across to your

cars.

•Mobile phone safe havens will be installed around the

project


Nomobiles

No Mobile

Use of Mobile Phone

It is prohibited to use mobile

phones /cameras for taking

photos or recording work

activities.

The taking of photo’s and

filming can only be done

with the authority of the

Project Manager

Breach of this will be deemed as Gross Misconduct

Photographs – Use of Camera


To Enter Site you will need to show your TW Safety Passport and your Red TW site Access Pass

All Beckton passes to be shown at Gatehouse or a visitor pass must be obtained prior to entry

If requested to do anything by the Security Guard you must comply – do not argue with them.

Security


• This is a NO SMOKING site.

• Designated smoking areas will be

identified by your manager


Smoking Policy

• A permit-to-excavate must always be in place

• Checks must be made to ensure no services are within the vicinity of area to be excavated.

• Unless proven all services are to be considered live until status is confirmed – Safe digging practices to be followed.

• Never enter an unsupported excavation

You MUST be briefed on safe working practices associated with your work


Excavations

• Never enter any confined space, unless authorised and a current MVB permit-to-enter is in place and all the required safety equipment. The tally system for entry must be complied with at all times.

• No one may enter a live sewer or wet well without the necessary atmospheric test being carried out by a TW representative.

You MUST be formally trained to enter any confined space


Confined Spaces

Fire Prevention

• A written MVB Hot Work Permit is required for all hot work on site

• All hot work requires a local fire extinguisher

Ensure that YOU know the location of fire points, alarm call points and fire fighting

equipment in your work area


Fire Prevention

Some potential office issues that

need to be addressed are:

• Overloading of sockets

• Equipment left on/standby

• Rubbish placed in smokers ‘sand bin’

• Combustible materials in office not stored correctly.

• Kitchen equipment – ovens/toasters etc


Manual Handling

• Avoid manual handling whenever possible

• There is sufficient mechanical handling

equipment on site

• Use appropriate gloves when handling

smaller objects and those with sharp

edges etc.

If you need help with lifting. Don’t be afraid to ASK!


• Always ask for a copy of the COSHH assessment and take note of the hazard symbols on the products that you use

• Always wear the recommended PPE

• Never decant to an unmarked container

NEVER HANDLE AN UNKNOWN SUBSTANCE –

REPORT IT


COSHH – Control of Substances hazardous to health

COSHH

Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S)

• There is a potential for high levels of H2S on site due to

on-going sewage treatment work operation

• Hydrogen Sulphide, which smells of rotten eggs, affects

your sense of smell. The longer you are in it the less

likely you are to smell it.

• Identification of H2S must be reported to your manager


Work Equipment

• All plant, equipment and tools are classified as ‘WorkEquipment’

• All Work Equipment must be examined before use, daily,by the user, to confirm it is safe to use. If there are anyobvious defects or problems do not use and report toyour supervisor.

• All work equipment must be inspected by a competentperson, on a regular basis, and the results recorded.


Working Plant

• All site equipment must be suitable for the typeof work being undertaken

• Moving / rotating machinery must meet legalrequirement for guarding.

• Flashing beacons must be operational and abanksman must be used when reversing.

• Site speed limit is 10 mph


•Do not block access

routes

•Arrange suitable, agreed,

diversions if necessary

•Follow allocated and marked

pedestrian routes

•Be aware of all vehicle movements

outside our compounds


Pedestrian / Vehicle Access

• Do not enter into any crane operating zone unless essential e.g.. carrying out a task such as slinging / unloading.

• Make eye contact with the crane operator if within the crane operating area.

• Do not stand or pass under suspended loads.

• Mobile crane operations will require a Mobile Crane Authorisation from the Control Room before traversing the site


Cranes

• Use only 110v (or battery powered) portable electrical equipment on site

• Do not use any powered hand tools unless trained and authorised

• Be aware of the vibration effects of hand tools and comply with the HAV’s risk assessment requirements

• Observe PPE requirements

• Check your equipment daily

• Report all defects

ASK for the details of vibration safe working limits to AVOID injuries such as Hand Arm

Vibration Syndrome


Powered Hand Tools

Abrasive Wheels & Cartridge Tools

Abrasive Wheels

• Only grinding machines that are compliant with the Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 to be brought onto site.

• All governors to be correctly adjusted and only the correct speed rating discs to be fitted by competent, trained persons.

Cartridge Tools

• Only low power indirect tools are to be used on site by certified persons

• Cartridge tools and cartridges must be stored securely and a log must be maintained on issue and returns


• Never tamper or interfere with electrical equipment or remove guards from machines

• Always presume exposed electrical panels are live

DO NOT TOUCH EXPOSED CIRCUITS UNLESS YOU ARE AUTHORISED AND THEY HAVE

BEEN TESTED FOR NO CURRENT

Electricity


• Horseplay and inappropriate behaviour can cause injury

• Do not fool with your own safety or that of others

REPORT unsafe acts and unsafe behaviour via Positive Interventions


Horseplay and Unsafe Behaviour

• Never modify or tamper with scaffolding or guard rails unless you are a trained and authorized scaffolder

• Do not work at height without fall protection in place

REPORT missing, loose or damaged guardrails/scaffold boards immediately to your

supervisor


Working at Height

• Ladders are not places of work

• They are for access only

• Demand suitable scaffolding or access equipment

• Step-ladders should be regarded as the last resort for low risk infrequent work

NEVER climb an unsecured ladder


Working at Height

• Only PASMA Trained operatives can Erect, Alter & Dismantle. All Towers must be built to the manufacturers instructions.

• Guard rails and toe boards must be provided in all working areas.

• Correct access to platforms.

• Correct procedure when moving the tower – Do not stand on tower

• Scaff-tag in place and current.


Mobile Scaffold Towers

Prefabricated Access Suppliers & Manufacturers Association

• Operators to be fully trained and competent and certified to CPCS or IPAF standards.

• Full body Safety Harnesses are to be worn and fastened to the specific anchor point inside the MEWP.

• Fixed length lanyards must only be used

• They are not “lifts” or cranes.

• Do not step out when elevated

• Prevent falls of equipment or tools

• Only traverse within agreed and saferoutes eg no man-hole covers or softground

One man MEWP


Mobile Elevated Working Platform

• Operatives must be trained how to check, wear and

adjust harnesses.

• Remember a harness will not prevent a fall but will

minimise the risk of injury if there is a fall.

• Recovery procedures are to be in place to recover

someone who has fallen.

Would you do this Would you do this without checking the without checking the

equipment first!equipment first!

SafetySafety HarnessHarness

Use of Harness


• Include Needles, broken glass…

• If found, DO NOT touch and inform your supervisor

• Never put your hands where you can’t see

• If you are cut or your skin is punctured squeeze the infected area to make it bleed – DO NOT suck the blood out.

• Retain the sharp if safe to do so

• Seek medical attention immediately.

Sharps


• To help protect your hands and skin a mandatory glove policy is operated

• You will find hand care stations in the welfare facilities

• Use barrier creams and moisturiser to protect your skin

• Do not wear work clothes off-site, particularly when utilising off-site facilities such as shops.

ALWAYS wash your hands before eating, smoking and after using the WC


Personal Hygiene

Site Issues

• Please be aware that this is a sewage treatment works and there is a risk of contamination.

• Maintain good general hygiene, change work wear regularly and comply with any COSHH requirements

• There is a remote possibility of exposing unexploded ordnance whilst excavating, you will be informed of the control measures required


Summary

I. Project Overview


III. H&S Site Rules


V. Quality

VI. Environment


Thames Water require the following:

• If approached by a member of the public please be courteous

• If they have any concerns please refer them to the Thames Water Customer Centre on 0845 920 0800

• If approached by a member of the media refer them to our Communication Liaison Representative: Nadine House on 07887 794 543


Communications Guideline

Internal Communication

If you have any concerns regarding any work related matter you may address these via

– The on-site MVB staff / supervisor

– The Safety Committee meeting

– The Safety Champions

– Open Door Policy

– Positive Intervention Cards

• If you have a safety concern, suggestion or see an unsafe situation, raise it

• You are empowered to– approach anyone on site to stop or correct the unsafe

situation

– inform site management if you can’t correct it,

– use a Positive Intervention card to record your actions, observations or views

• Report cards are available on site to record your views and observations.

Positive Intervention


• You will be invited to participate in our Behavioural Based Safety process where we hope you are able to use your skills and influences to improve the safety of everyone on site.

• We will be holding a series of workshops to provide you with more information

Behavioural Based Safety


Summary

I. Project Overview


III. H&S Site Rules


V. Quality

VI. Environment


• Deliver “Right First time”, to achieve excellence,avoid rework, additional costs, delays andcreate further H&S risk exposure

• Self certified Project: robust system todemonstrate the compliance of the worksthrough Inspection and test plans

• It depends on strong internal control. Competentstaff is responsible for self checking their workand supervisory staff responsible for review orinspection


Quality Objectives

• Control of the works as per Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) which detail, tests, Witness Points and Hold Points and associated records


Test & Inspection


Good Practice – Concrete

• Good preparation & care to achieve Right First Time

Materials: Good Practice

• Always Check that:

– Goods match Delivery

Note

– Delivery Note matches

Order

– Store as per

Manufacturers

/Suppliers Instructions

ENSURE Quarantine Area is in Place DO NOT accept defective materials

Quarantine Area for Storing Non-Acceptable Materials for Return


Lee Tunnels

Site InductionEnvironmental Management


What is the “Environment”?

• Air

• Water

• Land

• Plants

• Animals

• Humans

• Any pollution as a result of our work can have knock on effects on any of the above.


Protect

environment

for future

generations

Improves

efficiency –

reduces

costs

Contractual

& legislative

requirements

Avoid

personal &

company

prosecution

Why?


Environmental & Sustainability Policy

• The Environmental and Sustainability Policy sets out environmental requirements for the Project including;

– Minimise pollution, emissions and waste

– Engage positively with the local community

– Maximise resource efficiency and recycling opportunities

– Ensure compliance with legislation and best practice


Environmental Objectives and Targets

• Zero environmental notices or prosecutions

• 70% score in Environmental Inspections

• 75% of all waste diverted from landfill, 80% of tunnel and shaft arisings

• 3 CSR projects completed per year

• Continual improvement

Continual improvement can

be achieved by all staff:

• Give in Positive interventions

• Be conscientious when on

site

• Adhere to and create best

practice

Improvements will only be

made when all people are

committed.


Considerate Constructors Scheme

• MVB is registered with the Considerate Constructors Scheme, the aim of which is to improve the image of construction.

• Sites are monitored against a Code of Considerate Practice which covers the following topics:

– Considerate

– Environment

– Cleanliness

– Good Neighbour

– Respectful

– Safe

– Responsible


Energy use and CO2 reduction

• Using energy contributes to local air pollution

• Save energy and money by using:– Time switches

– Thermostats

– Energy efficient lighting

– Insulation

• Turn it off – when not in use!

• Turn off your monitors at the end of the day –EVERYDAY!

• Put rubbish into designated bins or re-use items– Have a water bottle instead of using lots of plastic cups.

• Do not scrunch up paper – keep it flat – you will fit more in the bins and we require less site pick ups, reduced CO2 emissions.


• Spill control begins before a spill occurs.

DIESEL STORAGE• double skinned mobile bowser bunded to 110% capacity.• hose within the bund• locked via padlock• wheels removed to ensure it can not be stolen.

STORAGE OF SMALL CONTAINERS• all containers stored in a lockable cage on a drip tray• COSHH signs displayed

SPILLAGE KIT Available and Location Signed

DRUMS STORED• drums in bund• bund is sealed• bund is maintained to ensure empty of water

• One or more drums can be stored on a drip tray with a 25% capacity if the drum(s) unless drum(s) contain 200+L

OIL and FUEL stores on hardstanding

Preventing Spills – Material Storage


Spill Kits – do you have the right one?

Type of Spill Kit Required

for…

Minimum Spill Kits Contents

Works within 10m of a water course • 5 x oil only booms

• 10 cushions

• 80 pads

• Plugging granules

• 1 x Plug Rug

• 1 x Caution tape

• 4 x disposal bags

• 1 x Instruction Sheet

General Site Use • 2 x Oil only booms

• 3 x cushions

• 30 pads

• 1 x caution tape

• 4 x disposal bags

• 1 x instruction sheet

Van Use ‘Pizza Bag’

•2 x oil only socks

• 15 x pads

• 1 x disposal bag

• 1 x instruction sheet

Plant will need 2 of these.


Spill Response

• Identify the source of the leak/spill

• Eliminate sources of ignition

• NEVER PUT YOURSELF IN DANGER

• Use an appropriate spill kit to clean and contain

• Protect drains as a priority

• Double bag and dispose of materials in appropriate hazardous bin

• Notify the appropriate member of staff

STOP


CONTAIN NOTIFY

Why stop silt pollution

• Nutrients can runoff within the silt and stimulate algal growth which affects the whole ecology of a water course.

• This can kill all the life in the water course.


What causes silt pollution?

• Rainwater run off from uncovered areas of the site,

• Pumping out and dewatering of excavations,

• Tunneling operations and cleaning of ditches and drains.


Invasive Plants

• Be aware when starting on a new site of invasive plants which are illegal to spread:

Japanese Knotweed Giant Hogweed

• Contact with Giant Hogweed sap can result in severe burns to the

affected areas, producing swelling and severe, painful blistering.

• Please ensure adequate controls and a plan is place. Both Giant

Hogweed and Japanese Knotweed are on this site. No works should

be carried out without consultation of the environment and safety team.


Nuisance

• Dust: use dust suppression where appropriate

• Mud: clear up mud; sweep up any debris and put on the back of the grab – not down the drain

• Behaviour: maintain a professional image; be courteous to the public at all times.


Nuisance - Noise

• The project currently monitors noise.

• Noise is any unwanted sound. We monitor noise to ensure a good quality of life for those in the surrounding environment.

• It is therefore important that work which creates noise is limited to working week, day time activities. Any other time must be in consultation with the environment team.

• Please make an effort to keep noise to a minimum and use equipment which will reduce noise emissions.


Protected Species

• Birds

– All nesting birds are

protected under UK law.

– If you are clearing

vegetation/shrubs/tree etc,

you should look out for

nesting birds and if found,

stop work and inform the

environment team.


Waste

• Skips or bins are signed according to waste type

• If skips are not in good condition inform your supervisor

Ensure that:• Waste is disposed of in the appropriate

containers in each yard

• General waste (food wrappers, paper, card) must be disposed of separately to hazardous waste, spoil and mixed construction waste.

• Hazardous wastes should be placed in the correct skips or bins in each yard and include:– Aerosols– Batteries– Spill kits & oily rags


Other Specific Environmental Issues

Be aware of:

• Contaminated Land

- Oils and chemicals in the soil– Unusual smells or discolouration in the soil

– Pollutants within the soil such as plastics, metals, aerosol cans

• Archaeology- Stop work if you find any archaeological artefacts

such as coins, bones, jewellery or pottery and contact your supervisor

- Bones can carry health risks such as Anthrax

• Consent Conditions– You will be made aware of planning conditions by

your foreman/supervisor. The environment team will audit and monitor to ensure these conditions are being met. Any breach of conditions which are outlined to you will face serious consequences.


Where to get further information

• Environment

– Environmental Pocket Book

– Environmental Team Leader Pack

– Task Safety Talks

– Environmental Posters & Bulletins (site notice boards)

– Environment team

• CSR

– Contract CSR representative

– CSR strategy booklet


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