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Topic 23: Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Programming

Developing an OSH Program builds a framework to manage health and safety as an integral
part of your workplace. With a written OSH Program, you create an action plan for how you define
safety responsibilities, identify and control hazards, train workers in safe work practices, and document
and track health and safety in your workplace. No matter how small your business is or the type of
work you do, you must provide and maintain a safe workplace. This guide provides the tools you need
to manage OSH and protect yourself, your workers, and your workplace.

Objectives

Working on this topic should help you to:

• develop and implement a comprehensive Construction OSH Program using the format
prescribed by DOLE in compliance to Department Order No. 13 Section 5 and Department
Order No. 198-18 Section 12

Construction Safety and Health Program definition:

“DOLE Department Order No. 13 refers Construction Safety and Health Program to a set
of detailed rules to cover the processes and practices that shall be utilized in a specific construction
project site in conformity with the OSH Standards, including the personnel responsible, and the
penalties for violations thereof.”

Before we start developing your own Construction OSH Program, following are the important
provisions specified in Department Order No. 198-18 Section 12 – Occupational Safety and Health
(OSH) Program that you need to know:

• The DOLE shall prescribe a format that should be accomplished fully by the employer,
contractor or subcontractor, if any, in consultation with the workers and their representatives.
• The OSH program shall be communicated and be made readily available to all persons in
the workplace. It shall be updated periodically whenever the DOLE, other regulatory or
government agencies and institutions promulgate new rules, guidelines and other issuances
related to workers’ safety and health.
• The establishment shall ensure that the core elements of OSH program are integrated in the
company OSH program such as management commitment and employee involvement,
workplace risk assessment, hazard prevention and control, safety and health training and
education, and OSH program evaluation.
• The establishment shall submit a copy of the OSH program to the DOLE Regional, Provincial,
Field or Satellite Office having jurisdiction over the workplace. The Construction Safety and
Health Program shall need approval by DOLE prior to construction.
• OSH programs in the pre-approved template may be modified by DOLE as necessary based
on existing laws, rules and regulations, and other issuances or upon validation of the program
during inspection. If there is a modification made by the company, the company shall submit
a revised copy of the OSH program to DOLE.
• The company shall review and evaluate the OSH program at least once a year or as necessary,
to ensure that its objectives are met towards an improved safety and health performance.

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CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM TEMPLATE

(COMPREHENSIVE)

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1.0 STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO COMPLY WITH OSH REQUIREMENTS

I/WE (Name of Contractor’s Authorized Official and/or Project Owner) by accomplishing

this Construction Safety and Health Program do hereby commit and bind ourselves to comply with
the requirements of the Department Order No. 13, Series of 1998 – Guidelines Governing
Occupational Safety and Health in the Construction Industry and the applicable provisions of the
Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS).

We (also) acknowledge our obligation and responsibilities to provide throughout the

course of the project the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as added protection
for our workers and employees.

We also (hereby) commit to implement the necessary job safety and health instructions
and training to all our workers for the entire (during the) duration of the project, as well as the
safety of the general public.

____________________________________________
Name of Contractor and Signature Over Printed Name

____________________
Date Signed

____________________________________________
Name of Project Owner and Signature Over Printed Name

____________________
Date Signed

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2.0 COMPANY SAFETY AND HEALTH POLICY

It is the general policy of (Name of Contractor/Company) ___ to perform work in

the safest manner possible consistent with good construction practices. To fulfill the requirements
of this policy, an organized and effective Construction Safety and Health Program as described in
this program and in consonance with DOLE Department Order No. 13 and the OSH Standards must
be carried out on every project.

To achieve these objectives, we are committed to perform the following:

• Identifying potential hazards that may arise from the programmed work activities.
• Organizing the work activities so as to minimize the risk arising from them.
• Developing and implementing project specific safety and health program.
• Establishing and enforcing all necessary safe work procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ensuring that all workers are given orientation/briefing or induction prior to deployment
to the site.
• Establishing a site safety and health committee to act as policy making body of the
project on all issues pertaining to safety and health.
• Ensuring the conduct of daily toolbox meetings
• Establishing a system of follow-up of actions and periodic assessment to check program
effectiveness.

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3.0 PROJECT DETAILS

A. Specific Name of Project and Name of

B. Location of the project:
Owner:

C. Classification of the Project: D. Name of General Constructor (constructor

who has general supervision over other
constructors in the execution of this project and
who directly receives instructions from the
owner or construction project manager, if any)

□ General Building Construction

□ General Engineering Construction
□ Specialty Trade Construction
□ Others, specify: _________________________
E. Name of Construction Project Manager F. Name of Project Manager/Contact
/Consultant, if any (a person or entity who is Number (the overall technical personnel of
hired by the project owner, to act in the owner’s the general constructor and or the
behalf concerning supervision and monitoring of subcontractor in charge of the actual execution
all matters related to the overall execution of this of this project)
project. It shall be a separate entity from the
general constructor or any subcontractor of the
construction project

G. Name of Resident Engineer, if any (a duly H. Name and Classification of Constructors

licensed engineer who shall be tasked to be (synonymous to builders who undertakes or
present at the construction site at all times, offers to undertake or purports to have the
whenever work is being undertaken, and shall capacity to undertake or submits a bid to, or
have the responsibility of assuring the technical does himself or by or through others, construct,
conformance of all designs, materials, processes, alter, repair, add to, subtract from, improve,
work procedures rendered for the execution of this move, wreck or demolish any building,
project, including safety and health of all persons highway, road, railroad, excavation or other
within the construction site) structure, project, development or
improvement, or to do any part thereof,
including the erection of scaffolding or other
structures or works in connection with this
project. The term constructor includes
subcontractor and specialty contractor.)

Name Classification (Use additional sheet if

necessary)
1. ____________________________________
2. ____________________________________
3. ____________________________________

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I. Estimated Maximum Number of Workers J. Work Hours (including shift)

1st Shift: from _____ to _____

2nd Shift: from _____ to _____
3rd Shift: from _____ to _____
Others: _____________________

L. Projected Dates of Commencement and

K. Estimated Number of Heavy Equipment:
Completion
□ Backhoe: _______ □ Dozer: ______
Start Date: ____________________________
□ Loader: _______ □ Dump Truck: ______
End Date: ____________________________
□ Crane: _______ □ Grader: ______
Estimated Days to Complete: _____________
□ Others, specify: ___________________

M. Name and Address of Emergency Health Provider (any person or organization who is certified or
recognized by the Department of Health and who can provide the same or equivalent emergency health
services as an emergency hospital, including emergency treatment or workers on site, emergency
transport and care during transport of injured workers to the nearest hospital, with adequate personnel,
supplies and facilities for the complete immediate treatment of injuries or illnesses)

1. _________________________________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________________________________

4. _________________________________________________________________________

5. _________________________________________________________________________

N. Total Project Cost

O. Total Cost on OSH (breakdown), use additional sheet if necessary

1. _________________________________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________________________________

4. _________________________________________________________________________

5. _________________________________________________________________________

6. _________________________________________________________________________

7. _________________________________________________________________________

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4.0 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

Section 11 of DOLE Department Order No. 13 requires that rules of Construction Safety and Health
Program must be observed and enforced at the project site, each site shall, at the start of the
construction have a construction safety and health committee. With respect to this project, the
committee will be organized in accordance with the requirements of Rule 1040 of the
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards of the Department of Labor and Employment
(DOLE).

4.1 Composition of Construction Safety and Health Committee (CSHC)

Our Construction Safety and Health Committee (CHSC) at the ________Name of Project_____
consist of:

4.1.1 Project Manager or his representative as the Chairperson Ex-Officio

Name: ______________________________________________

4.1.2 General Construction Safety and Health Officer/s (overall in charge in the
implementation of the OSH program of this project hired by the General Constructor.
Please attach certificate of training/s prescribed by DOLE. Numbers will be dependent
on the numbers of workers and heavy equipment.)

Name: ______________________________________________
Name: ______________________________________________
Name: ______________________________________________

4.1.3 Construction Safety and Health Officer/s from Subcontractors (any employee/
worker trained and, in addition to their regular duties and responsibilities tasked by
his employer to implement occupational safety and health program in accordance
with the provisions of the OSH Standard. Please attach certificate of training/s
prescribed by DOLE).

Name: ______________________________________________
Company Name:_______________________________________

Name: ______________________________________________
Company Name:_______________________________________

Name: ______________________________________________
Company Name:_______________________________________

Name: ______________________________________________
Company Name:_______________________________________

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4.1.4 Occupational Health Personnel (qualified first-aider, nurse, dentist, or physician,

engaged by the employer to provide occupational health services in the
establishment/undertaking. Please attach certificate of training/s prescribed by
DOLE):

Name: ______________________________________________
Designation: __________________________________________

Name: ______________________________________________
Designation: __________________________________________

Name: ______________________________________________
Designation: __________________________________________

4.1.5 Workers’ Representative (minimum of 3 union members if organized, not necessarily

from one employer)

Name: ______________________________________________
Designation: __________________________________________

Name: ______________________________________________
Designation: __________________________________________

Name: ______________________________________________
Designation: __________________________________________

4.2 Duties of the Construction Safety and Health Committee shall include but are not limited to
the following:

4.2.1 Plans, develops and oversees the accident prevention programs for the construction
project;
4.2.2 Directs the accident prevention efforts of the establishment in accordance with the
safety programs and performance and government regulations in order to prevent
accidents from occurring in the worksite;
4.2.3 Conducts safety meetings at least once a month. The committee will hold a safety
meeting every _____________ of the month;
4.2.4 Submits reports to the project manager (is this pm of the owner or pm of the general
contractor?) on its meetings and activities one day after the meeting;
4.2.5 Reviews reports of inspection, accident investigation and implementation of program;
4.2.6 Provides necessary assistance to government inspecting authorities in the proper
conduct of their activities specifically on the enforcement of the provision of DOLE’s
OSHS;

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4.2.7 Submits monthly of the following safety and health reports to the DOLE Regional
and/or Field Office having jurisdiction over the project:

a. Summary of all safety and health committee meetings agreements;

b. Summary of all accident investigation reports using DOLE/BWC/OHSD/IP-6 form;

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c. Periodic hazards assessment with the corresponding remedial measures/actions

for each hazard;
d. Annual Medical Report using the form DOLE/BWC/HSD/OH-47-A (if the duration
of the project is more than one (1) year);

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e. Initiates and supervises safety and health training for employees. (Check on the
boxes or list down the training to be provided for workers and employees).

□ 40-Hour Construction Occupational Safety and Health Course

□ 1-Day Workers’ Safety and Health Orientation
□ Others, specify: ___________________________________
___________________________________
___________________________________

4.3 Duties of the Safety Man/Officer

The principal function of the Safety Man assigned to this project is to act as the employer’s
(needs identification) principal assistant and consultant in the application of programs to
remove the hazard from the workplace and to correct unsafe work practices. For this purpose,
the Safety Man has the following duties:

4.3.1 Serves as Secretary to the Construction Health and Safety Committee (CHSC), as such
will perform the following:

a. prepare minutes of meetings;

b. report status of recommendations made;
c. notify members of the meetings; and
d. submit (needs identification) to the employer a report of the activities of the
committee, including recommendations made.

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4.3.2 Acts in an advisory capacity on all matters pertaining to health and safety for guidance
of the employer and the workers.
4.3.3 Conducts investigation of accident as member of the CHSC and submits his/her
separate report and analysis of accident to the employer (needs identification).
4.3.4 Coordinates all health and safety training programs for the workers/employees and
employer (needs identification).
4.3.5 Conduct health and safety inspection as member of the committee.
4.3.6 Maintains or helps in the maintenance of an efficient accident record system and
coordinates actions taken by supervisors to eliminate accident cause/s.
4.3.7 Provide assistance to government agencies in the conduct of safety and health
inspection, accident investigation or any other related program.
4.3.8 For the purpose of effectiveness in the project site, the Safety Man is to report directly
to the employer (needs identification).

4.4 Dangerous Occurrence or Major Accident

In case of any dangerous occurrence or major accident resulting to death or permanent total
disability, we will notify the DOLE Regional Office within twenty-four (24) hours from
occurrence. After the conduct of investigation of our concerned safety and health officer, we
will report all permanent total disabilities to the DOLE Regional of Field Office on or before
the 20th of the month following the date of occurrence of accident using the DOLE/BWC/HSD-
IP-6 form.

5.0 EMERGENCY OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PERSONNEL AND FACILITIES

Section 8 of DOLE Department Order No. 13 states that the construction project owner or his
representative shall provide competent emergency health personnel within the worksite duly
complemented by adequate medical supplies, equipment and facilities based on the total number
of workers in the site.

5.1 Emergency Health Personnel and Facilities

Our Number of Workers

Construction Stages Health Personnel Facilities
During This Stage

(Use additional sheet if necessary and attach all required training certificates in this section.)

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6.0 SAFETY AND HEALTH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION

The Name of Company is committed at ensuring that all workers or employees are given
orientation/briefing or induction prior to deployment to the site. It is our continuing effort to
promote safety and health consciousness to all people involved in this project by providing them
with the necessary safety and health training and education to enhance their knowledge and skills
to enable us to attain a safe and healthful project site.

6.1 Workers’ Safety and Health Orientation/Trainings

We require new workers to attend our Safety and Health Orientation before they are
deployed to this project site in consonance to Section 12 of the DOLE Department Order No.
13. The assigned Safety Officer, Mr./Ms. _______ __(Complete Name)_____________ will
coordinate the conduct of this orientation.

We ensure that they receive instruction and training regarding the general safety and health
measures we plan to implement for this project, specifically:

a. basic rights and duties of workers at the jobsite;

b. means of access and egress both during normal work and in emergency situation;
c. measures for good housekeeping;
d. location and proper use of welfare amenities and first –aid facilities;
e. proper care of PPEs and other protective clothing;
f. general measures for personal hygiene and health protection;
g. fire precautions to be taken;
h. action to be taken in case of any emergencies;
i. requirements of relevant health and safety rules and regulations.

Below is the list of workers who have undergone the DOLE prescribed safety and health
trainings and orientation.

Name Title of Training Attended Remarks

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
(Use additional sheet if necessary.)

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6.2 Specialized Instruction and Trainings

Section 12 of the D.O. No. 13 requires specialized instruction and training be given to any
person holding critical occupation.

The inventory lists of our workers who hold critical occupation and attended the specialized
trainings are listed below. (Please attach training certificates.)

Name Title of Training Attended Remarks

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
(Use additional sheet if necessary.)

7.0 TOOLBOX MEETING

DOLE Department Order No. 13 defines toolbox meeting or gang meeting as a daily meeting
among workers and their respective supervisors for the purpose of instruction, discussion and
proper briefing on the planned work, the assessment of past work, the possibility or actual
occurrence of accidents at the site, tips and suggestions on how to prevent possible accidents and
other related matters.

7.1 Responsible for the Toolbox Meeting

The following supervisor or any designated person (e.g. foreman, leadman, gangboss, etc.) is
required to conduct daily toolbox or similar meetings prior to starting the tasks for the day to
discuss with the workers and anticipate safety and health problems related to every task and
the potential solutions to those problems. The supervisor will remind the workers on the
necessary safety precautions that need to be undertaken.

Time of Toolbox Meeting Means of Documentation

Name of Supervisor
(indicate shift, e.g. 1st, 2nd, 3rd) (attach sample instrument)
1.
2.
3.

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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
(Use additional sheet if necessary.)

8.0 ACCIDENT/INCIDENT/ILLNESS INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING

We consider accident/incident/illness investigation and reporting as our responsibility.

Absenteeism can greatly affect our work schedule. Looking for replacement can be costly for the
company, the hiring effort, training of new workers, the loss of job momentum affects our
productivity. We involve our supervisors in this program because they are more familiar with the
people involved, they have better understanding of the operation, and they have personal interest
in the investigation since it’s their people who are involved. For this reason, the (Name of
Company) is committed to include this responsibility to all supervisors and made them aware
about it.

8.1 Persons Responsible for Conducting Investigation

In this project the following person/s will be assigned to conduct accident/incident

investigation:

All Accidents All Incidents/Near-miss(es) Illness(es)

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8.2 Conducting and Documenting the Accident/Illness investigation

In conducting the accident/illness investigation, we gather facts, analyze them, and make the
necessary recommendation. (Please attach sample forms that will be used to document your
investigation.)

8.3 Compliance with Government Requirements

We will submit the following reports to the DOLE Regional and/or Field Office concerned:

8.3.1 In case of any dangerous occurrence or major accidents resulting to death or

permanent total disability using the form (DOLE/BWC/OHSD/IP–6). Notification of
major accidents to DOLE Regional Office concerned within 24 hours.

8.3.2 Summary of Work Accident/Illness Exposure Data Report will be submitted on or

before the 20th of the month following the date of occurrence of accident (for those
projects with short duration or less than one year duration).

8.3.3 Annual Work Accident/Illness Report using the form DOLE/BWC/OHSD/IP–6B for
those construction projects with more than one year duration.

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9.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Section 6 of DOLE Department Order No. 13 requires that every employer shall, at his own
expense, furnish his workers with protective equipment for eyes, face, hands, feet, lifeline, safety
belt/harness, protective shields and barriers whenever necessary by reason of the hazardous work
process or environment, chemical or radiological or other mechanical irritants or hazards capable
of causing injury or impairment in the function or any part of the body through absorption,
inhalation or physical agent.

Provision of PPE shall be in accordance with Rule 1080 of the OSHS (must include Rule 1070 for
noise). The equivalent cost for the provision of PPE (life span, depreciation, replacement, etc.) shall
be an integral part of the project cost.

Item No. PPE Type Quantity Needed Unit Price Total Cost

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(Use additional sheet if necessary.)

9.1 Cleaning and Proper Maintenance of PPEs

It is important that all PPE be kept clean and properly maintained. Cleaning is particularly
important for eye and face protection where dirty or fogged lenses could impair vision. Our
workers or employees inspect, clean, and maintain their PPE according to the manufacturers’
instructions before and after each use. Our supervisors are responsible for ensuring that users
properly maintain their PPEs in good condition.

We enforce our rule that PPEs must not be shared between workers or employees until it has
been properly cleaned and sanitized. PPE are distributed for individual use whenever possible.

If workers or employees provide their own PPEs, we make sure that it is adequate for the
workplace hazards, and that it is maintained in a clean and stored in a conducive condition.

We never allow the use of defective or damaged PPEs. We immediately discard and replace
them to avoid any unintentional use.

We also consider the importance of ensuring that any contaminated PPE which cannot be
decontaminated is disposed of in a manner that protects workers or employees from exposure
to hazards.

10.0 PROTECTION OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC

We comply with Rule 1412.09 of the DOLE OSH Standards in providing a safe covered walkway
over the sidewalk for use by pedestrians in a building construction work less than 2.30 meters
(7ft.) from a sidewalk or public road.

We comply with Rule 1412.10 of the OSH Standards, Protection from Falling Materials. We
observe the following:

a. We will take the steps to protect worker from falling materials, such as the provisions of
safety helmets and safety shoes.
b. We will ensure that tools, objects, and materials including waste materials will not be
thrown or tipped from a height, but will be properly lowered by crane, hoist or chutes. If
such is not practicable, the area where the material is thrown will be fenced and no person
will be allowed in the fenced area.

The person responsible for this program:

Name: _____________________________________________
Designation: ________________________________________

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11.0 SAFETY SIGNAGE

Our Safety Signage provides warning to workers and employees and the public about the hazards
around the project site. These will be posted in prominent positions at strategic location visible as
far as possible in a language understandable to most of the workers and employees as well as the
public.

11.1 The specific safety signages we intend to setup for this project include but not limited to:

a. Mandatory requirement on the usage of PPE prior to entry to the project site.
b. Areas where there are potential risks of falling objects.
c. Areas where there are potential risks of falling.
d. Areas where explosives and flammable substances are used or stored.
e. Areas where there are tripping or slipping hazards
f. Approaches to working areas where danger from toxic or irritant airborne
contaminants/substance may exist which should indicate the name of the
contaminant/substance involved and the type of respiratory equipment to be worn.
g. All places where contact with or proximity to electrical/facility equipment can cause
danger.
h. All places where workers may come in contact with dangerous moving parts of the
machineries or equipment.
i. Location of the fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment.
j. Instructions on the usage of specific construction equipment.
k. Periodic updating of man-hours lost.

(Attach sample pictures of each of the signage that you plan to use for this project.)

11.2 Inspection and Maintenance of Safety Signages

We will regularly inspect and maintain in good condition all safety signage that we will be
providing for this project. The person in charge in inspecting is/are (Complete Name of
Person/s), he/she is/are our (Designation). Inspection will be carried out on a (Specify: daily,
weekly, monthly).

Our ________________________ will remove and replaced any signage that are damaged,
illegible, or no longer apply with the current hazard.

12.0 CONSTRUCTION WORKERS’ SKILLS CERTIFICATION

The company will ensure that all workers assigned in the critical occupations as defined in Section
15 of DOLE Department Order No. 13 and those who will be assigned in the operation of
construction heavy equipment (CHE) will undergo mandatory skills testing for certification by
TESDA.

(Attach TESDA certificates of those workers certified by TESDA.)

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13.0 TESTING AND INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION HEAVY EQUIPMENT

All construction heavy equipment will be tested and inspected in accordance with the
requirements of Section 10 of DOLE Department Order No. 13. The company will ensure that all
heavy equipment will be operated by qualified and certified operators.
(Attach Certificate of Testing and Inspection of CHE used issued by DOLE Accredited Testing Organizations
for CHE and TESDA certificate of CHE operator/s).

14.0 CONTROL MEASURES ON CONSTRUCTTION ACTIVITIES

To ensure safe and healthy working conditions throughout the duration of the project the
following control measure activities will be enforced and disseminated to all the workers in the
site:

14.1 Major Activities

Major activities for this project include but not limited to the following: (please check on the
box all that applies)

□ Demolition □ Excavation
□ Earthmoving □ Piling
□ Scaffold □ Formwork
□ Structural steel □ Crane operation
□ Concreting □ Rebar works
□ Welding □ Electrical
□ HVAC □ Plumbing
□ Painting □ Interior decoration
□ Others (please specify)
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

14.2 Hazards Identified

Based on the list of activities for this project, we found the following potential hazards that
we may possibly encounter in the course of project implementation:

14.2.1 Physical Hazards

Physical hazards are the most common in most workplaces. The physical hazards that we
identified for this project include but are not limited to the following: (please check on the
box all that applies)

□ Machineries □ Power and hand tools

□ Electrical □ Ladders and scaffolds

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□ Noise □ Ventilation
□ Exposure to heat □ Tripping
□ Fall hazards □ Collapse
□ Others (please specify)
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

14.2.2 Chemical Hazards

Chemical hazards are present to workers who handle chemical preparations in any form
(solid, liquid or gas). Some are safer than others, however, some workers are more
sensitive to chemicals, even the common solutions causing illness, skin irritation or
breathing problems.

The chemical hazards that we identified for this project include but are not limited to the
following: (please check on the box all that applies)

□ Solvents □ Paint products

□ Acids □ Cleaning products
□ Acetylene □ Propane
□ Gasoline □ Explosive chemical
□ Welding fumes
□ Others (please specify)
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

14.2.3 Biological Hazards

Biological hazards come from working with infectious people, plants, and other living
materials. The biological hazards that we have identified for this project includes but not
limited to the following: (please check on the box all that applies)

□ Blood or other body fluids □ Fungi

□ Bacteria and viruses □ Plants
□ Insect bites □ Animal and bird droppings
□ Others (please specify)
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
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14.2.4 Ergonomic Hazards

Ergonomic hazards occur when the type of work, body position and working conditions
put strain on the body. They are the hardest to spot since one does not immediately notice
the strain on your body or the harm these hazards pose. Short-term exposure may result
in "sore muscles" on the days following exposure, but long-term exposure can result in
serious musculoskeletal injuries.

The ergonomic hazards that we identified for this project includes but not limited to the
following: (please check on the box all that applies)

□ Poor lighting □ Frequent lifting

□ Poor posture □ Repetitive motion
□ Exertion of force □ Awkward movement
□ Others (please specify)
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14.3 Safe Work Practices

Safe work practices are procedures adopted for carrying out specific tasks that ensures
workers' exposure to hazardous situations, substances, and physical agents is controlled in a
safe manner. Safe work practices are generally written methods outlining how to perform a
task with minimum risk to people, equipment, materials, environment, and processes. It
should be developed as a result of completing a Hazard Assessment and should closely reflect
the activities in this project.

All safe work practices should be kept in a location central to the work being performed and
readily available to the workforce. Some safe work practices will require specific job
procedures, which clearly set out in a chronological order each step in a process.

(Enumerate below the safe work practices that you intend to perform relative to the hazards you
previously identified above.)

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15.0 FIRTS-AID, HEALTH CARE MEDICINES AND EQUIPMENT FACILITIES

The company will provide first-aid kit and health care medicines and facilities for workers in the
site in accordance with the requirements of Rule 1960 of the Occupational Safety and Health
Standards (OSHS).

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16.0 WORKERS’ WELFARE FACILITIES

The following welfare facilities will be provided in the site to ensure human working conditions:

a. Adequate supply of safe drinking water.

b. Adequate sanitary, washing and sleeping facilities separate for men and women workers.
c. Adequate facilities for changing and for the storage and drying of work clothes.
d. Adequate accommodation for taking meals.

To assure that the company provides adequate welfare facilities for the workers in the site, the
company will implement the provision of toilets and other facilities in accordance with the
requirements of the Sanitation Code.

17.0 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE

The company will require all employees to undergo a baseline or initial medical health
examination prior to assigning to a potentially hazardous activity. The examination will include
but not limited to the following:

a. Complete medical and work history;

b. Physical examination (Pre-employment, During employment and Separation);
c. Other special examination (Pulmonary function test, blood panel, ECG >40 years of age,
audiogram);
d. Random drug testing.

18.0 WORKING HOUR AND BREAKTIME

The work schedule will be on (please check on the boxes that apply):

□ Monday □ Tuesday □ Wednesday □Thursday

□ Friday □ Saturday □ Sunday

Check on the shift and indicate the work hours for the shift that applies.

□ 1st Shift from ________(am/pm) to __________ (am/pm)

□ 2nd Shift from ________(am/pm) to __________ (am/pm)
□ 3rd Shift from ________(am/pm) to __________ (am/pm)

Check on the shift and indicate the break for the shift that applies.

□ 1st Shift from ________(am/pm) to __________ (am/pm)

□ 2nd Shift from ________(am/pm) to __________ (am/pm)
□ 3rd Shift from ________(am/pm) to __________ (am/pm)

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19.0 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL

The company including subcontractors will be responsible for minimizing waste generated during
the implementation of the project. The following procedures for disposal of wastes will be
implemented in the site:

a. Ensure that the construction wastes are segregated from that of domestic waste.
b. All domestic wastes are to be collected daily.
c. Construction debris (broken hollow blocks, spoiled concrete, loose concrete, etc.) should
be taken out on the staging area.
d. Oil spills and spoiled greases should be wrapping in the black garbage bag and will be
properly disposed.
e. Application of good housekeeping.

20.0 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

The objectives of this are to ensure that the company has developed and communicated plans
that will allow for the effective management of emergencies.

(Attach your copy of company emergency preparedness plan.)

21.0 PENALTIES/SANCTIONS

For every offenses and violation of any safety rules, regulations and general practices promulgated
by the project and/or the company, the company recommended the following penalties and
sanctions for violation of CSH program.

(Please attach your company policy on penalties if there are any).

Example of penalties and sanctions:

Safety Violation 1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense

1. No helmet, no safety shoes, no
warning 3 days suspension 5 days suspension
safety belt/harness
2. No ID, uniform, working attire,
warning 3 days suspension 5 days suspension
goggles, glove, and apron
3. Eating at prohibited area warning 3 days suspension 5 days suspension
4. Littering and loitering warning 3 days suspension 5 days suspension
5. Smoking at prohibited area warning 3 days suspension 5 days suspension
6. Urinating at prohibited area warning 3 days suspension 5 days suspension
7. Illegal dismantling of safety
warning 3 days suspension 5 days suspension
signages and paraphernalia
8. Illegal gambling 3 days suspension 5 days suspension Dismissal
9. Overnight stay w/o permission 3 days suspension 5 days suspension dismissal
10. Fighting and provoking others 5 days suspension Dismissal

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11. Working under the influence of

Dismissal
drugs and liquor
12. Possession of illegal drugs, deadly
weapon, and gambling Dismissal
paraphernalia
13. Pilferage and robbery Dismissal
14. Illegal entry/exit Dismissal
15. Refusal to surrender ID and giving
Dismissal
false representation

22.0 ATTACHMENTS

Attached are the following:

a. Certificate of DOLE Company registration under Rule 1020 of the OSHS

b. DTI/PCAB License
c. Notice of Award/contract
d. Certificates of trainings completed of appointed safety and health personnel
e. CHE certificate of testing and inspection (if heavy equipment will be used)
f. Skills certification of workers (critical occupations)
g. OSH Reportorial requirements
h. Others: ___________________________________________

To download this Construction OSH Program template, you may visit from any of the two links
provided below or scan the QR code:

http://www.oshc.dole.gov.ph/images/CHSP-Template-Comprehensive.pdf

http://bwc.dole.gov.ph/safety-and-health

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CONSTRUCTION OSH PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT GUIDE

1. General Safety and Health Programs

The contents of the Safety and Health program shall address the following matters:

• Company policy on safety in the workplace that follows OHS standards and common industry
safety standards.
• Training programs and procedures to ensure that each employee is aware of company policy
and practices regarding safety.
• Activity and Job Hazard Analysis: identification and control (engineering, administration, PPE,
toolbox meetings, staffs, and workers orientation program).
• Accident Preventive Plan
• Procedures on Hazardous Work Permit Requests
• Accident Investigations and Reporting Procedures
• OSH Organization: including qualifications and training requirements, lines of authority and
responsibility of the OSH Staff.
• Procedures, charts for the control inspection, surveillance, and reports.
• Emergency Preparedness Program: fire, flood, earthquake, civil disturbance, medical, etc.
• Safe working areas
• Noise, dust and other environmental concerns mitigation and control
• Site Maintenance and Sanitation, and Health Facilities
• Construction Waste Handling

2. Company Commitment to Comply with OSH Requirements

The Company are required to comply with the Procedures, Practices, and Advisories/Memos and
any revisions which may be made during the course of the work, and in particular to take the
following actions:

• Establish, implement, and maintain an environment, health, and safety program, which
promotes the use of safe working practices.
• Ensure that they provide their workers with a safe and healthy place of work, including safe
means of access to and egress from it.
• Provide necessary training of employees to enable them to work safely and record details of
training given, and to explain the project procedures and practices as they affect them during
induction training.
• Provide supervision of the safe conduct of the work and supervisors that are competent in
environment, health, and safety matters.
• Carry out inspections of the work areas and record the results of inspections.
• Communicate relevant information on environment, health, and safety to employees.
Encourage feedback from employees concerning potentially hazardous working conditions.
Report all occupational injuries and illnesses to the proper authority.
• Comply with all requirements on environment, health, and safety matters from time to time.
• Ensure the attendance of management at all meetings where environment, health, and safety
issues are to be discussed.
• The Company shall make every effort to ensure that property is not damaged, and that
employees, other workers and third parties are not put at risk because of work operations.
• The Company shall notify his subcontractors/suppliers/agencies of the requirements for
environment, health, and safety.

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• The Company and his subcontractors/suppliers/agencies are always required to cooperate

and to rectify immediately any matters brought to their attention. Failure to do so shall entitle
The Company to make alternative arrangements and reserves the right to suspend work when
and where subcontractors/suppliers/agencies is not incompliance with contractual
requirements.

3. Composition and Duties of the Construction Safety and Health Committee

The OSH committee shall be formed accordingly, in compliance to the requirements Rule 1040 of
the Occupational Safety and Health Standards, DOLE Department Order No. 13 Section 11 and
Department Order 198-18 Section 13 to assist in the accomplishments of safety objectives set by
the company.

3.1 Function and Composition

A Safety and Health Committee as required under Rule 1040 of the OSHS will be organized
and a regular monthly meeting will be held.

The minutes of the meeting will be recorded by the Secretary of the Safety and Health
Committee and distributed to all members. A copy of the minutes of the meeting shall be
submitted to the concerned Regional Officer or Field Office of the Department of Labor and
Employment (DOLE).

The OSH Committee shall establish coordination and communication of safety issues in the
company. It shall provide a forum for the exchange of safety information and views among all
parties involved in the company. Recommendations and suggestions will be encouraged
among its workers and office staff and thus will be acted upon by the committee at the most
feasible time.

3.2 Duties of the OSH Committee (OSHS Rule 1040)

• Plans and develops accidental prevention programs for establishment.

• Directs the accident prevention efforts of the establishment in accordance with the safety
programs safety performance and government regulations to prevent accidents.
• Conducts safety meetings at least once a month.
• Reviews reports of inspection, accident investigations and implementation of program.
• Submits reports to the manager pertinent to its meeting and activities.
• Provides necessary assistance to government inspecting authorities in the proper conduct
of their activities such as enforcement of the provisions of these standards.
• Initiates and supervises safety training for employees.
• Develops and maintains a disaster contingency plan and organizes such emergency service
units as may be necessary to handle disaster situations pursuant to the emergency
preparedness manual for establishment of Office of Civil Defense.

4. OSH Personnel

4.1 Specific Duties and Responsibilities of the OSH Personnel

• Conducts safety audit and inspections of the workplace.

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• Helps in the maintenance of an efficient accident record system and coordinates actions
taken by Supervisors to eliminate accident causes.
• Coordinates for safety, health, security, and environmental issues with the client
counterpart in the field that affects day-to-day operation.
• Be familiar with the company established emergency procedures.
• Carryout site surveys to see that only safe work methods are in operation, that health and
safety requirements are being observe, and welfare facilities are adequate and properly
maintained.
• Determine the cause of any incident including near miss and recommend means of
preventing their occurrence.
• Foster within the company and understanding that injury prevention and damage control
are an integral part of business and operational efficiency.
• Stop employees whenever unsafe acts are noted and do not permit activities whenever
unsafe conditions are noticed.
• Conducts accident investigation and analysis.
• Plans and conducts emergency drills.
• Conducts safety orientation and internal trainings for all employees.

5. Safety and Health Promotion, Training and Education

5.1 Objectives:

• To promote and maintain awareness, knowledge through regular and continuing safety
training and education.
• To develop positive attitude among workers ensuring the pro-active approach to safety.

5.2 Requirements for Safety Promotion

Pertinent information shall be communicated to all employees at the workplace by practical

means, to make employees well informed about matters important to their safety and well-
being:

• Safety seminars for supervisors and engineers.

• The Safety Officer will schedule and arrange availability of safety courses for supervisors
and engineers. Trainings will have to be timed according to work progress and availability.
The seminar shall reinforce the responsibility of supervisors and engineers for their
workers, safety, and welfare.
• Safety promotion items like bulletin boards, posters, signage, and others may be utilized
for the purpose.
• Recognition will be given on selected workers who diligently performed and followed the
company safety rules and regulation.

5.3 Safety Orientation Awareness

All personnel will be given induction training prior to commencing work on the company.

The items covered will include but not limited to the following:

• General Environmental, Health and Safety precautions to be followed on the workplace.

• The location and proper use of welfare facilities and first aid station.

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• The general measures for personal hygiene and health protection.

• Specific safety rules and regulations and disciplinary procedures resulting from failure to
follow safety requirements.
• The proper care and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• The fire precautions to be undertaken.
• The measures for good housekeeping.
• The action to be undertaken in case of any emergency.

6. Toolbox and Safety Meetings

6.1 Toolbox Meetings

Toolbox meeting provide a forum to discuss items of safety relevant to the work permit an
opportunity for open communication between employees and supervisors on the workplace.

Safety talks will be scheduled daily or once a week, as applicable. Such talk will be carried out
by the supervisors assisted by the safety officer. The talks will be of short duration on a
relevant safety topic and records of attendance will be maintained. Each talk will likely last for
at least 15 minutes.

6.2 Safety Meetings

Weekly Safety Meeting will be conducted by Company Safety Officer to discuss environment,
health, and safety related issues. All Safety Officers of the subcontractors, agencies and
suppliers are required to attend this meeting.

7. Accident/Incident/Illness Investigation, Recording and Reporting

In compliance to Rule 1054 of the OSHS of DOLE, records of accidents and illness shall always be
kept and maintained open for inspection by authorized personnel.

All accidents and downgrading incidents shall be thoroughly investigated to find the root causes.
Measures to prevent recurrence of the accidents/incidents tend to be more effective if targeted
to the root causes; otherwise, treating the symptoms would just increase the waste of resources.

An immediate investigation will be completed by the supervisor or foreman. The investigation

process shall be supervised by the Company Owner/Representative and Safety Officer.

7.1 Requirements

• The Incident/Accident Investigation Report Form should be used (forms from the OSHS
book may be used).
• All accidents/incidents shall be reported on the standard from by the supervisor.
• High potential accidents and near accidents shall be reported to the attention of the upper
levels of management to assure full investigation and action by appropriate authorities.
• The Safety Officer shall ensure that all corrective actions listed for major high-potential
loss accident are implemented.

7.2 Contents

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Accident details should be submitted in writing including what was done or being done to
prevent recurrence should be submitted as soon as possible. This written report/statement
may be preceded by a telephone call for possible representation of the owner. The narrative
report will include the following information:

• Injured employee(s) name(s), occupation, length of employment, age, sex, date, and time
of accident.
• Description of accident; detail of what the employee was doing and what tools,
equipment, structures, or fixtures were involved.
• Nature of injuries or illness.
• Accident causes that contributed to the incident.

A photograph shall, if possible, accompany the written report for serious accident resulting to
lost time injury.

After the conduct of investigation, the employer thru the Safety Officer shall submit a report
to the DOLE Regional Office/Field Office using the DOLE/BWC/HSD-IP-6 form.

8. Provision and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is not a substitute for engineering controls or feasible work
or administrative procedures. While these controls are being implemented or if it has been
determined that control methods are not feasible, personal protective equipment, is required
whenever there are hazards that can do bodily harm through absorption, inhalation, or physical
contact. All PPE shall be of a safe design and constructed for the work to be performed and shall
be maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition.

8.1 Head Protection (Hardhat)

Hardhats shall be provided for all employees. Helmets shall be impact resistant. For proper
selection, design, construction, testing and use of head protectors the American National
Standards Safety requirement for industrial head protection (ANS1z59-1-1969) will be
adopted.

8.2 Face and Eye Protection

Eye protection is required when there is a possibility of injury from chemicals or flying
particles. Eye protectors (goggles, visor, spectacles, or face screen) and shields complying to
American Standard National Standards for eye protection equipment (ANS1z87-1-1968).
Workers must take care of their eye protectors and use them properly. If protective
equipment is found to be defective immediately report this to the foreman for replacement.

Examples of operation requiring the use of eye protection include, but are not limited to:

• Chipping, grinding, and impact drilling

• Breaking concrete, brick, and plaster
• Welding or helping in welding of any type.
• Cleaning with compressed air.
• Tinning or soldering lugs or burning metals.

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• Handling chemicals, acids, or caustics

8.3 Hand Protection

• Rubber protective gloves shall be worn by personnel working in battery shops or where
acids, alkalis, organic solvents, and other harmful chemicals are handled.
• Electrical worker’s gloves are designed and shall be used o insulate electrical workers form
shock, burns and other electrical hazards. These gloves shall NOT be the only protection
provided and will never be used with voltages higher than the insulation rating of the
gloves.
• Multi-use gloves shall be worn to protect the hands from injuries caused by handling sharp
or jagged objects, wood, or similar hazard-producing materials. These gloves are usually
made of cloth material with chrome leather palms and fingers or synthetic coating. All-
leather gloves are also acceptable.

8.4 Hearing Protection

Appropriate hearing protection shall be used where employees are in designated hazardous
noise areas with operating noise sources or using tools or equipment which are labeled as
hazardous noise producers. The Safety Office shall be contacted for noise level surveys and
guidance on the type of hearing protection required. Areas with a noise level exceeding 90dB
(weighting) shall be demarcated and classified as noisy zones. Anyone working in those areas
shall be provided with earplugs or earmuffs.

8.5 Foot and Leg Protection

Safety shoes must be worn by al workers on site. For work carried out in wet or muddy
conditions or below ground level, rubber boots fitted with steel toecap and reinforced sole
are recommended. But where the work involves climbing and working in structural steel, the
more flexible rubber boots without steel toecaps and soles may be preferred to provide a
better foothold.

8.6 Respiratory Protection

• Face masks usually consisting of a filter pad held in place by a light aluminum frame and
elastic head band can be used to provide some protection from the nuisance of dust or
not-toxic sprays.
• Where the area is dusty, the dust shall be suppressing. Dust masks are the last report of a
defense system. Do not rely on the protective equipment, as many respirable dust
particles are invincible. The priority shall be to identify the hazard, and to establish the
extent and level of the concentration of harmful contaminated to which the operative
may be exposed.

8.7 Body or Torso Protection

• Apron
• Cover all

8.8 Fall Protection

• Full Body Harness (Personal Fall Arrest System)

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9. Protection of the General Public within the Vicinity of the Construction Site

• Pedestrians will be protected in the general work area. Complete barricading and enclosure
of the work area will be done to keep away people from getting or crossing into the project
site.
• Covered walkway/canopy shall be built structurally safe for public protection. Canopy shall
have a solid fence built along its entire length on the construction site.
• Protective nets shall be provided to around the building where there is a high degree of falling
hazards debris other wastes materials. These nets should extend form from the lowest portion
of the building to the topmost part.
• Laminated sack or debris net shall be installed around the perimeter of the active floor to
prevent/control scattering of ready-mix concrete mix below, caused by strong winds.
• Traffic signs on strategic areas shall be posted in cases of construction related road enclosures,
re-routing etc. Appropriate warning lights and adequate lighting shall be installed during
night-time.

10. Provision of Safety Signage

• Safety signs appropriate to the anticipated hazards shall be displayed.

• All necessary safety signs including site roads and access ways and for utility systems shall
provide.
• Signage will be provided within the work area applicable to the activity such as warning for
overhead works, falling objects, hot works, electrical energization, etc.

11. Construction Workers’ Skills Certification

All construction workers in critical occupations shall undergo mandatory skills testing for
certification by TESDA.

An occupation shall be considered critical:

• When the performance of a job affects and endangers people’s lives and limbs.
• When the job involves the handling of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• When the job requires a relatively long period of education and training.
• When the performance of the job may compromise the safety, health, and environmental
concerns within the immediate vicinity of the construction site.

12. Testing and Inspection of Construction Heavy Equipment

Management must ensure that appropriate certification is obtained from DOLE duly accredited
organizations for all heavy equipment must be tested and certified in accordance with the
standards prepared by DOLE or its recognized organization/s prior to commissioning of said
equipment.

13. Control Measures on Construction Activities

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13.1 Demolition

• All demolition operations over 6 m. high shall be under supervision of a competent

person.
• On every demolition work, danger signs shall be posted around the structure and all doors
and opening giving access to the structure shall be kept barricaded.
• Demolition shall not commence until:

• All necessary steps have been taken to prevent injury to any person or damage to
adjoining property.
• All existing gas, electrical and other services likely to endanger a worker shall have
been shut off or disconnected.

• Prior to demolition all glass shall:

• Be removed from windows and other locations, or

• Otherwise shall be protected so that there is no possibility of breakage at any stage
of the demolition.

• Shoring and other necessary measures shall be taken to prevent the accidental collapse
of any part of the structure being demolished.
• Demolition shall proceed systematically, storey by storey, in a descending order.
• Mechanical equipment shall not be used on floors on working surfaces unless such floors
or surfaces are of sufficient strength to support the imposed load.
• No workers shall stand on top of a wall, pier, or chimney more than 6 meters high unless
safe flooring or adequate scaffolding provided on all sides of the wall 3 meters away from
where he is working.
• A truss, girder or other structural member shall not be disconnected until it has been
relieved of all loads other than its own weight and provided with temporary supports.
• Stairs and stair railings, passageway and ladders shall be demolished last.

When demolition is suspended or discontinued all access to the remaining part of the building
shall be barricaded.

13.2 Excavation

Excavation is defined as making a depression or cavity in the earth’s surface including the
removal of previously installed roadways, slabs, or foundations at and below the surrounding
ground level. The principal hazards associated with excavation are:

• Crushing or other injury from falling material.

• Stepping into sharp objects.
• Damage/failure of installed underground services and consequent hazards.
• Tripping, slipping, or falling.
• Possibility of explosive, flammable, toxic or oxygen-deficient atmosphere in excavation.

Prior to starting excavation, proceed as follows:

• Determine the presence and location of any underground oil, chemical or gas lines or
pipes.

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• Areas to be excavated shall be identified and segregated by means of barricades, ropes

and/or signs to prevent access of unauthorized personnel and equipment. Suitable means
shall always be provided to make barriers visible.
• Provide means of diverting surface water from excavation.
• Sloping, shoring, or bracing that may be required to stabilize the soil shall be designed by
a competent engineer and installed as designed. Special attention shall be paid to bracing
designs when the excavation is near operating equipment.

13.3 Scaffolds

13.3.1 Erection and dismantling of scaffolds and other temporary working platforms.

• Every scaffold shall be of good construction of sound materials and strength for the
purpose for which it is intended.
• Timber used for scaffolds shall be in good condition, the bark completely stripped off,
and not painted or treated in any manner that defects cannot be easily seen.
• All materials and parts of scaffold not in use or intended for re-use shall be kept under
good condition and separate from other materials unsuitable for scaffolds.
• Timber/bamboo scaffoldings over a height of 6 meters shall be designed by a
structural engineer and duly approved by the appropriate authority.
• At heights over 6 meters, structural metals should be designed by a structural
engineer and duly approved by the appropriate authority.
• Structural steel when used as load bearing members of scaffolding shall be distressed
at welded or bent joints.

Maintenance of scaffolds:

• All scaffolds shall be properly maintained, and every part shall be kept, fixed, and
secured in position to prevent displacement.
• No partly dismantled scaffold shall be used unless it is rendered stable, strong, and
safe for the purpose.
• Scaffoldings left standing for four (4) months shall not be used until damaged
members are replaced and the whole structure returned to its original strength.

Supervision and inspection of scaffolds:

• Scaffold shall be erected, added, altered, or dismantled only under the supervision of
the person in charge of the construction.
• All materials used in any scaffold shall be inspected before use.
• Lumber with two (2) nail holes aligned crosswise or four (4) nail holes along its length
shall not be used as horizontal load bearing member of scaffolds.

13.3.2 Use of scaffolds and other temporary working platforms

Stationary Scaffolds

• All system of scaffolding will be constructed / erected in such a way that it can
withstand four times the maximum load intended.

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• Scaffold leg will set foot on steel base plate and timber sole plates. For purposes of
adjustment due to ground variation, adjustable base plate is highly recommended for
use.
• Post or standards will be plumbed enough to withstand equal distribution of load.
• Transom, ledger, and sway braces are so located to withstand distribution of
maximum loan and to maintain stability.
• Handrail and toe board are required for a height of 6 feet and above.
• Wooden planks will conform to 2” x 10” dimension and will be free from any defects.
• Planks will extend over the support up to a minimum of 6” but not more than 12”
• Access ladder will be provided for each scaffold with corresponding landing.
• For a height more than 2 meters, use of safety belt/lifeline will be implemented.

Rolling Scaffold

• In case rolling scaffold will be used, the height will not be exceeding three times the
minimum base requirements.
• Suspended scaffold will not be less 20 or 36 inches wide.
• Caster brakes must be locked when the scaffolds are being used. Necessary outrigger
or support brace must be installed for a three-high scaffold.

13.3.3 Working at unprotected elevated working platforms or surfaces

• Workmen working in unguarded surface above open pits or tanks, steep slopes,
moving machinery and similar locations, or working from unguarded surfaces two (2)
meters (6 ft.) or more above water or ground, temporary or permanent floor
platform, scaffold construction or where otherwise exposed to the possibility of falls
hazardous to life or limb, shall be secured by safety harness and life lines. In situations
where safety harness and lifelines in guarded platforms and scaffolds or temporary
floors are not feasible, safety nets shall be provided and installed.
• Window washers or cleaners working outside buildings unless protected from falling
by other means shall use safety harness attached to suitable anchors.
• Workers who are required to climb and work on top of poles shall use safety harness.
On top of structures where there is no place to strap a safety harness, a messenger
line shall be installed for strapping the safety harness or lifeline.
• All work at height, where an operative could fall further than 2 meter will be provided
with safe access, secure work platform and means to prevent articles falling onto
persons passing underneath the platform. Access to any part of structure through
unprotected beams or other structural members will not be allowed.
• Scaffolding is required to provide long term access and platform for working at height
should meet the scaffolding safety requirements.

13.4 Gas and Electric Welding and Cutting Operations

It is compulsory for welders and fabricators to undergo training before commencement of the
work. All personnel involved in this type of work must learn necessary safety procedures on
how to avoid fire and any other incident brought about by sparks and flames. All welders,
fabricators, associated trade assistants and supervisors shall be made aware of fume
inhalation and sparks hazards and expected work practice standards including the use of
personal protective equipment.

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• Use welding mask with appropriate lens shade during welding works. (Welding masks
should be designed to suit working conditions).
• Keep the fire extinguishers available during welding job.
• Welding cables shall be free from damage and splices shall be wrapped with the required
insulation tape to maintain original strength.
• Grounding cables shall be provided to serve the purpose and never use scrap metal as
grounding system.
• Damaged electrode holders shall be changed immediately to avoid electrical shock and
possible burns.
• Use fire resistant protective clothing, cuffs, trousers, and leather gloves for protection
from possible burns.
• Do not weld near flammable liquid or explosives materials.
• A trained watchman shall be provided during welding operations.

13.5 Working in Confined Spaces

• When work is to be performed in confined space (an area which has limited means of
access and egress; and restricted natural ventilation) the appropriate precautions will be
taken to ensure that the personnel are not put into risks.
• All work performed within a confined space, must be covered by a permit to work.
Breathing apparatus will be worn, unless a competent person has certified that the area
is adequately ventilated that no substances are present that will generate dangerous
fumes, and that the atmosphere has been tested and cleared or dangerous fumes prior to
entry.
• No spraying, painting, or coating of substances hazardous to health is to be undertaken in
any confined space, unless the atmosphere has been tested and proved to be safe.
• No smoking, naked lights, torched arcs, flames, or other source of ignition is to be allowed
within a confined space unless the atmosphere has been tested and proved to be safe
• Adequate means of access and egress will be provided for all confined or enclosed space.

13.6 Use of Internal Combustion Engines

Internal combustion engines fueled by gasoline, diesel, or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
Installed in workrooms shall be located such that exhaust gases are prevented from
permeating the atmosphere of the workrooms.

13.7 Handling Hazardous and/or Toxic Chemical Substances

• Follow all established procedures and perform job duties as you’ve been trained.
• Be cautious and plan ahead. Think about what could go wrong and pay close attention to
what you’re doing while you work.
• Always use required PPE—and inspect it carefully before each use to make sure it’s safe
to use. Replace worn out or damage PPE; it won’t provide adequate protection.
• Make sure all containers are properly labeled and that the material is contained in an
appropriate container. Don’t use any material not contained or labeled properly. Report
any damaged containers or illegible labels to your supervisor right away.
• Read labels and the material safety data sheet (MSDS) before using any material to make
sure you understand hazards and precautions.
• Use all materials solely for their intended purpose. Don’t, for example, use solvents to
clean your hands, or gasoline to wipe down equipment.

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• Never eat or drink while handling any materials and if your hands are contaminated, don’t
use cosmetics or handle contact lenses.
• Read the labels and refer to MSDSs to identify properties and hazards of chemical
products and materials.
• Store all materials properly, separate incompatibles, and store in ventilated, dry, cool
areas.
• Keep you and your work area clean. After handling any material, wash thoroughly with
soap and water. Clean work surfaces at least once a shift so that contamination risks are
minimized.
• Learn about emergency procedures and equipment. Understanding emergency
procedures means knowing evacuation procedures, emergency reporting procedures,
and procedures for dealing with fires and spills. It also means knowing what to do in a
medical emergency if a co-worker is injured or overcome by chemicals.

13.8 Use of Mechanized Lifting Appliances for Movement of Material

Every lifting appliance including working gear and all other plant equipment used for
anchoring or fixing shall:

• be of good mechanical construction, of sound material and adequate strength for the load
it will carry
• be properly maintained and inspected at least once a week and the result of such
inspection shall be recorded in a logbook maintained by the employer or user of the
equipment, open to enforcing authority

Any anchoring or fixing arrangement provided in connection with a lifting appliance shall be
adequate and secure to hold the imposed load.

13.9 Use of Construction Heavy Equipment

• Cranes and lifting equipment will only be operated and used by trained and experienced
personnel. No crane or lifting device will be used on site unless it is in good condition and
safe operation.
• Relevant certification will be required prior to use of equipment. In case lifting appliance
such as crane or hoist should confirm that it has been tested and thoroughly examined by
a competent person with the preceding twelve months and six months in respect of lifting
gears.
• No lifting operation will be carried out until proper and thorough assessment has been
made, having considered among other things the positioning of crane outriggers, slinging
arrangements, and banks men control.
• No wire rope will be used for lifting or lowering of any load if any of 10 meters length, the
total number of visible broken wires exceeding five percent of the total number of wires
in the rope.
• Cranes and lifting equipment will be clearly marked as to their lifting capacity and not used
beyond that capacity.
• Testing of site built lifting devices such as overhead crane must comply with regulations
and specified design requirements. The necessity for witness by an independent third
party will be established prior to the test.
• Crane or load must observe a minimum clearance of three meters when working near high
voltage line rated 50KV or below. For lines rated 50KV minimum, clearance between the
lines and any part of the crane or load shall be 3 meters plus 1 cm for each 1KV.

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13.10 Installation, Use and Dismantling of Hoist and Elevators

• No elevator, (passenger or freight) shall be installed and/or operated without a written

permit issued for the purpose by the Regional Labor Office or authorized representative
having jurisdiction.
• Every part of the structure, machinery, and equipment shall be of good design, good
mechanical construction, sound material, adequate strength, free from defects, and kept
in good working condition.
• Hoistways from all elevators shall be substantially enclosed throughout their height and
there shall be no openings except for necessary doors, windows, or skylights.
• Hoistways for elevators outside the buildings shall be substantially enclosed to a height of
at least 3 meters (10 ft.) provided that the enclosure shall be continuous to the top of any
side where there is access to the cage.
• The enclosures shall be a continuous wall or substantial grill work, metal bars, or wood
slats. In general enclosures shall be fire resistant.
• Where a hoistway extends into the top of a building, fire-resistant hoistway or machinery
spaced enclosures shall be carried to the underside of the roof, if the roof is of fire-
resistive construction, and at least 90 cm (3 ft.) above the surface of the roof, if the roof
is of non-fire-resistive construction;
• Where a hoistway does not extend into the top floor of a building, the top of the hoistway
shall be enclosed with a fire-resistant construction.
• Access shall be by means of the lowest hoistway door or by means of a separate pit access
door.
• Where a separate pit access door is provided, it shall be self-closing and provided with a
spring-type lock arranged to permit the door to be opened from inside the pit without a
key. Such doors shall be kept locked.
• There shall be installed in the pit of each elevator where the pit extends more than 914
mm below the sill of the pit access door, a fixed vertical ladder or noncombustible material
located within reach of the access door. The ladder shall extend not less than 1,067 mm
above the sill of the access door, or handgrips shall be provided to the same height.

13.11 Use of Powertools and Equipment

Portable power tools increase mobility and convenience but are frequently more hazardous
to use than their stationary counterparts. Personnel who are required to use portable power
tools in their work shall be thoroughly trained in safe operating practices. Safe operating
procedure shall be set up for each type of tool consistent with the manufacture’s instruction.

• Wear safety goggles or face shield when necessary.

• Only inspected and approved cords shall be used. Avoid damage of electrical cord.
• Insulation. Standard safety sticker shall be issued after the safety engineer has proven safe
for use.
• All portable electrical tools shall be grounded.
• Only inspected and approved pneumatic hoses shall be used in any operation that
requires compressed air.

13.12 Use of Hand Tools

Incident at the job site involving hand tools are usually the result of misuse. Hand tools are
precision tools capable of performing many jobs when used properly. Prevention of incidents

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involving hand tools on the job site becomes a matter of good instruction, adequate training,
and proper use.

• Hand tool safety requires that the tools be of good quality and adequate for the job. All
tools shall be kept in good repair and maintained by qualified personnel.
• Racks, shelves, or toolboxes shall be provided for storing tools which are not in use.
• When personnel use hand tools while they are working on ladders, scaffolds, platforms,
or work stands, they shall use carrying bags for tools which are not in use. Workers shall
not drop tools.

Supervisors shall frequently inspect all hand tools used in the operation under their
supervision. Defective tools shall be immediately removed from service. Some common tool
defects are:

• Handles: When handles of hammers, axes, picks, sledges become cracked, split, broken,
or splintered, they shall be immediately replaced. Tool handles shall be well-fitted and
securely fastened by wedges or other acceptable means.
• Wedges, always used in pairs, shall be driven into the handle when repairing a
sledgehammer or maul, to prevent the head from accidentally flying off if the handle
shrinks.
• Tangs: Files, wood chisels, and other tools with tangs shall be fitted and used with suitable
handles covering the end of the tang. Ends of the handles shall not be used for pounding
or tapping.
• Mushroom Heads: Cold chisels, punches, hammers, drifts pins and other similar tools tend
to mushroom from repeated poundings. They shall be dressed down as soon as they begin
to crack and curl.
• When dressing tools, a slight bevel of about three-sixteenths of an inch shall be grounded
around the head. This will help prevent the heads from mushrooming.
• When tool heads mushroom, the material is highly crystallized and, with each blow of the
hammer, fragments are likely to break off.

13.13 General Materials Handling and Storage

All unnecessary accumulation of materials and supplies in the shop and supplies in the shop
area shall be avoided. The presence of unnecessary material in the shop could cause such
incidents as tripping, falling, or slipping. This could be especially hazardous around equipment
that is in operation. The only material in the shop area shall be that in work. The only places
that materials should accumulate in quantity are in storerooms and material holding areas.

• The storage of materials shall not create a hazard. Materials stored in ties shall stacked,
strapped, blocked, or interlocked and limited so they are stable and secure against sliding
or collapse. Storage racks shall have sufficient capacity to bear the loads imposed on them.
• Stored materials shall not obstruct fire extinguisher, electrical switch boxes, machine
operation, emergency lighting, first aid or emergency equipment, or exits.
• Heavy materials and equipment should be stored low and close to the ground or floor to
reduce the possibility of injury during handling.
• All passageways and storerooms shall be maintained clean. Unobstructed, dry, and in
sanitary condition. Spills will be promptly removed.
• Where mechanical handling equipment. Such as lift trucks are used. Safety clearance shall
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passages must be made. No obstructions that could create a hazard are permitted in
aisles.

Cylinders

• Gas cylinders shall be stored in a safe dry and well-ventilated place.

• Flammable substances and volatile liquids shall not be stored in the same place. Oxygen
and flammable gas cylinders shall be stored separately.
• All cylinders shall be provided with valve cap.
• Cylinders shall be secured in upright position by chain or other bracing.
• Always consider cylinders as full and handle with care.
• Do not roll cylinders during transfer from one place to another.
• Use cradle to facilitate lifting of one or more cylinders. Never wrap the wire/cable or nylon
rope around the cylinder to lift it.
• Keep valve free of dirt to avoid possible damage of valve thread.
• Avoid exposing cylinders to heat or sun. Do not place near flammable materials.
• Use applicable hose for cylinders content and coupling necessary for connection.
• Oxygen and fuel gas regulators shall be in proper working order & application check valve
and flashback arrestor shall always be installed to both oxygen and fuel system.
• Check oxygen and fuel hose connection always to avoid leaking and fire incident.
• Valve hand wheels shall be in place whenever cylinder is in service.
• Only authorized operators shall be allowed to use the gas cylinders.

13.14 Temporary Fire Protection Facilities and Equipment

• The best time to stop a fire is before it starts. It is the company’s foremost objective to
protect human life and properties. Therefore, all fire hazard elements must be taken care
of to eliminate or minimize losses to the company.
• It is the Project Manager’s responsibility to ensure that every employee under his
supervision is well-oriented in fire prevention practice. Also, all employees shall be trained
with the proper usage of fire extinguishers.
• Supervisors in charge of operations where fuels, solvents, or other flammable liquids are
used shall be constantly alert for hazards and unsafe acts.

General Rules

• Open flames, open element heaters, equipment not properly grounded and non-
explosion-proof electrical equipment used in the presence of flammable or combustible
liquids shall be avoided.
• Fuels such as gasoline shall never be used to clean floors or clothing, and open solvent or
gasoline containers shall not be kept near electrical equipment. The use of low flashpoint
petroleum solvents shall be avoided whenever possible.
• Smoking is prohibited in all areas where flammable, combustible or similar hazardous
materials are stored, except in those locations specifically provided for such purpose and
approved by the designated authority. “NO SMOKING” signs shall be posted in all
prohibited areas.
• All electrical installations, devices and equipment shall periodically be inspected and
tested to assure continued satisfactory performance and to detect deficiencies.
• Employees or any individual should not tamper any circuit breakers or switches, use
wrong fuse or bypass fuse connection system.

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• Fire-fighting equipment shall be checked regularly to assure that they are ready for any
emergency. Employees in each area where they work shall be trained in the use of fire-
fighting equipment.
• All employees should eliminate or report to their supervisors, fire hazards, particularly in
their work area which may cause a loss of life or destruction to Company property.
• Boxes and packages containing paints, varnish, lacquers, thinners, and other volatile
painting materials shall be kept tightly closed when not in used and shall be stored in
accordance with NFPA requirements.

13.15 Temporary Electrical connections/Installations

• All temporary electrical installation shall conform to Philippine Electrical Code.

• All high voltage apparatus will be in fenced off area; statutory warning notices will be
installed. Only authorized personnel shall be permitted to enter high voltage apparatus
compounds.
• Electric generators and electrical distribution boards must have suitable connection to
earth as approved by Electrical Engineer, and distribution system must be protected by
an earth leakage circuit breaker.
• Work on electrical system shall be carried out only by authorized and competent persons.
• All portable tools, hand lamps and other portable apparatus must be connected to the
system by means of plugs and sockets. The plugs must be such that they can only be
inserted in the correct outlet for any particular voltage.
• All portable electric tools and equipment must comply with local regulations, must be in
sufficient size to the duty to be performed, properly protected against mechanical
damage, and in good condition.
• All electrical cables must be elevated of at least 7 feet from the floor or laid down away
from walkways/ passageway to prevent from being in contact with.

Work Permit System

Various operations such as confined space entry, hot works, testing and commissioning of utilities
require a permit to work to be issued prior to a specified activity commencing. Permit to work
procedures and precautions shall be established which should be subject for approval. The permit
to work procedure shall ensure that no employee is instructed to commence an operation that
will cause danger to him-self or adjacent personnel.

Dust Control

• The site ground conditions are such that dust will be controlled during civil works and
construction operations particularly during very dry days when wetting may be necessary.
• Conventional drilling methods can be placed with wet drilling to reduce dust emission.
Alternatively, the drills can be equipped with dust extractors or collectors to remove dusts at
the point of generation.
• Dusty haulage roads and tracks should be watered to reduce the dusts to maintain good
visibility.

Noise and Vibration

• Noise exposures can be controlled by modifying machinery or wearing protective equipment

such as earplug/earmuff.

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• Vibrations can be reduced by installing special seats and making other modification on heavy
equipment.
• Equipment and engines should be well maintained and properly tuned to minimize noise and
vibration hazard as well to reduce the amount of carbon monoxide produce. Special care to
be taken to see that exhaust gases are not fed into excavation or confined space.

Fuel/Lubricants and Chemicals

To prevent/minimize the risk of ground contamination and accidental discharge to surface water
drains, the following controls will be implemented:

• Storage tanks will be in good condition, free from leaks and situated with bund, the bund
should have a capacity of holding the contents of the tank plus 10%.
• Catch/drip pan shall be provided during of vehicle of equipment to control or eliminate any
possible spillage.
• Drums of fuel, oil and chemicals of significant quantity will be stored in proper manner to
create fire hazard or cause soil/water contamination.
• Oil, fuel, and chemical must be poured into site drains into ground.
• The disposal of empty drums/containers will be in accordance with environmental regulations
of good environment practice as appropriate.

14. First Aid and Health Care Medicines, Equipment and Facilities

Site clinic shall be equipped with the necessary and appropriate paraphernalia like stretchers, first
aid kits, stethoscope, BP apparatus and basic medicines for various types of illnesses. Shall ensure
the services of a Registered Nurse to attend the needs of any injured personnel at the workplace.

The medical personnel with the assistance of the Safety Officer must maintain a variety of records
for protection of the employees, the company and client.

First Aid Logbook:

This is a chronological listing of all visits to the clinic or first aid station. Every injury, illness
reported, no matter how slight must be recorded. A copy of the logbook and necessary forms shall
be provided to the clinic or first aid station.

Individual Medical Record:

This is a confidential record of the employee’s illness and injuries reported to the first aid station.
The Nurse is responsible for keeping the medical record of every employee in the workplace. At
the end of the month, he/she shall submit to the Manager and Safety Officer a summary report
of all cases treated in the clinic.

Medical Supplies:

For the immediate response in time of accident or injuries, adequate supplies of medicines and
first aid supplies will be maintained.

Employees’ condition for health and hygiene purposes shall be regulatory monitored.

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15. Provision of Workers’ Welfare Facilities

All establishments, projects, sites, and all other places where work is being undertaken shall
have the following free welfare facilities to ensure humane working conditions:

• Adequate supply of safe drinking water.

• Adequate sanitary and washing facilities.
• Suitable living accommodation for workers, as may be applicable such as for night workers.
• Separate sanitary, washing and sleeping facilities for all gender, as may be applicable.
• Lactation station except those establishments as provided for under DOLE Department Order
No. 143-15.
• Ramps, railings, and the like.
• Other workers’ welfare facilities as may be prescribed by the OSH standards and other
issuances.

16. Construction Waste Disposal

16.1 Waste Segregation and Storage

• There shall be a separate container for each type of waste from all sources. Waste
generated shall be stored in receptacles made of impermeable plastic trash lines or
fabricated steel receptacles painted, marked, or identified for on-site collection and in
accordance with the following waste category.

16.2 Storage Bins and Wheeled Refuse Bins

• Storage Bins shall be watertight and wheeled refuse bins shall be operated in such manner
as to minimize leakage or spillage.
• Storage bins in storage vehicles shall be readily washable or have liners of papers, plastic,
or similar materials, or both.
• Wheeled refuse bins shall be fitted with solid rubber tires, individually swiveling, and
equipped with individual wheel brakes or foot operated central locking.

16.3 Storage Area

• Storage areas shall be maintained free of rodents or pests. Construction of such structures
shall be a manner as to ensure that these are readily cleanable (tiled and with adequate
water provision) including floor drains connected to the sewer system.
• Storage areas, if not refrigerated, shall be sufficiently provided with screens to prevent
entry of rodents or pests.

16.4 Collection and Transportation of Solid Waste

• Collection and Transportation of Solid Waste shall be in accordance with the guidelines
set for each type of waste identified.
• Waste material of any form shall be removed as early as possible and shall not be allowed
to accumulate in the premises.
• Waste materials shall be disposed of in a manner that will comply with regulatory
requirements.

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• The employee who generates waste shall be responsible for the proper disposal of waste
to assigned receptacles or bins.

16.5 Personnel Involved in the Collection of Waste

• Collectors shall ensure that wastes are handled properly and in accordance with existing
regulations.
• Collectors shall not be allowed to collect waste that is not sorted or segregated.
• No scavenging shall be allowed during the collection and storage of waste.
• Collectors shall not leave behind spilled contents of any container or waste falling out of
collection vehicle.
• Collectors and other personnel directly dealing with collection of solid waste shall be
equipped with appropriate personal protective equipment.

16.6 Collection Vehicles and Equipment

• Collections and all transfer vehicles and devices used in the transport of solid waste shall
be cleaned immediately to prevent odors, insects, rodents, and other nuisance conditions.
• Collection vehicles should be equipped with sidings, nets, canvass covers to avoid
dropping of waste material or leaking of material.

17. Emergency and Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan

Should emergency occur, the Manager/Supervisor shall:

• Immediately secure the area and implement the emergency action plan. According to the
situation, the person in charge/superintendents will delegate authority and assure the safety
of those responding.
• Provide information regarding the emergency to rescue personnel and project management
representatives only.

18. Prohibited Acts and Penalties for Violations

Violation of any safety rules, regulations and general practices promulgated by the company shall
likewise command remedial actions among offenders. Required to all employees regardless of
position. This however should be well explained to all employees prior to effectivity or
implementation.

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