BE CONSPICUOUS DURING EVACUATIONS

Evacuations need to be carried out quickly and efficiently, to ensure everyone in the building reaches safety within good time. In the case of a fire, alarms will be ringing, smoke will be reducing visibility, and a sense of fear spreading throughout the building.

The only thing on people’s minds will be their quickest means of escape. The presence of fire marshals is imperative in maintaining order during emergencies and helping to carry out the evacuation procedure in as short a time as possible. Research has shown that occupants react quicker when the evacuation is supported by authority figures who give good verbal instructions.

To enhance the effectiveness of the evacuation procedure, fire marshals need to be clearly visible and easily identifiable. In the case of a potentially life-threatening situation, occupants need to know who to look for to lead them out of the building safely. Fire marshal needs to be easily identifiable in an emergency, as they are responsible for ensuring a quick and efficient evacuation.

Wearing a high visibility jerkin will ensure the responsible person is easily seen within crowds of people. Even if vision is reduced by the build-up of smoke, the responsible person still needs to be identifiable. The high-visibility jerkins are a standardized symbol for the authority figure. This means occupants will ultimately look to the authority figure as someone whose instructions can be trusted.

With accurate guidance given by the responsible person, a successful evacuation can be carried out. It is not only the occupants of the building who need to be able to recognize the fire marshal, it is also imperative that the local authorities are able to distinguish the authority figure. It is the responsibility of the fire marshal to ensure the building is completely clear, and that the local authorities know who to look for when they arrive on the scene.

The emergency services will look to the authority figure to provide any information needed. In the event of a fire, the authority figure needs to give evacuees the reassurance that the instructions they give can be trusted and carried out in full confidence.

The responsibility of the authority figure is to influence occupants and thus lead a quick and effective evacuation. Trusting the responsible person to give clear and concise instructions is imperative in leading a safe evacuation.

ALCOHOL, DRUG, AND DISCIPLINE POLICY

 

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1. Purpose

[YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] has a vital interest in insuring safe, healthful, and efficient working conditions for our employees. In addition, as federal contractors, we have to safely and efficiently provide the public with quality goods and services at a reasonable cost. The unlawful presence of controlled substances in the workplace conflicts with these vital interests and constitutes a violation of public trust. For these reasons, we have established, as a condition of employment and continued employment, the following drug-free workplace policy.

2. General

2.1. Prohibition against Unlawful Presence of Controlled Substances in the Workplace

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance on our premises, in the Company's vehicles, or while engaged in the Company's activities is strictly prohibited.

2.2. Notification of Workplace Drug Conviction

You must notify corporate Human Resources of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring within the workplace within five (5) days of such conviction. Within ten (10) days of such notification or other actual notice, [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] will advise the contracting agency of such conviction.

2.3. Compliance as a Condition of Employment

All employees are hereby advised that full compliance with the foregoing policies shall be a condition of employment at [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME].

2.4. Sanctions for Violations of Drug-Free Workplace Policy

Any employee who violates the foregoing drug-free workplace policy described above shall be subject to discipline up to and including immediate discharge.

2.5. Required Participation in Drug Rehabilitation

At the discretion of the Company, any employee who violates our drug-free workplace policy may be required, in connection with or instead of disciplinary sanctions, to participate to the Company's satisfaction in an approved drug assistance or rehabilitation program.

2.6. Prohibited Conduct

The following conduct regarding alcohol and drug use or abuse is prohibited under this policy:

• Alcohol Use – An employee may not report for duty or remain on duty while having any detectable alcohol concentration in his or her body.
• Alcohol Possession and On-Duty Use of Alcohol – An employee may not possess or use alcohol while on duty.
• Use of Drugs – An employee may not report for duty or remain on duty when the employee has used a drug or drugs or has any detectable amount of such drug in his or her body, except when the use of a legal drug is according to instructions of a physician who has advised the employee that the substance does not adversely affect the employee's ability to safely perform his or her duties. Employees who are taking a prescription or over-the-counter medication that may impair their ability to perform their duties safely and effectively should provide written notice from their physician or pharmacist to [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] Human Resources (HR) Department.
• Refusal to Submit to a Required Test – An employee may not refuse to submit to an alcohol or drug test as directed by [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME].
• Tampering with a Required Test – An employee may not tamper with, adulterate, alter, substitute, or otherwise obstruct the testing process.
• Possession of Transfer or Sale – No employee may possess, transfer or sell drugs or alcohol while on duty or [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] premises, nor may any employee possess any drug paraphernalia.
• Convictions – No employee may be convicted of any crime related to the use, possession, or sale of a drug or alcohol.

3. Implementation

Any employee taking a prescription or over-the-counter medication should determine from his or her physician or pharmacist whether such medication may adversely affect the employee's ability to perform his or her job without accommodation. If the employee may be so impaired, the employee should report this to his or her supervisor so that appropriate accommodations may be considered.

To protect the best interest of employees and clients, [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] management will take whatever measures are necessary to determine if alcohol or illegal drugs are located on, or are being used on, company property. These measures will not be taken unreasonably, but only when the company believes them to be completely justified and necessary. Measures may include, not be limited to, searches of people and personal property located on company premises. Searches may be conducted by law enforcement authorities or by management personnel.  Drug and/or alcohol tests may be conducted:

• When there is reasonable suspicion of violation of this policy
• Post Incident
• Randomly where required by law or contract
• For all final candidates for employment as a condition of employment

When urine, breath, or other tests are requested or necessary, samples will be taken under the supervision of appropriate health care or specially trained professionals. The above-mentioned searches and drug tests will not be conducted if an individual refuses to submit; however, refusal to submit will result in immediate removal from service and may result in the employee's termination.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon the candidate satisfactorily passing a drug screen.  A candidate may not report to work without passing the pre-employment drug screen. Candidates who fail their initial drug screen will not be eligible for further employment consideration with [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME]. A current employee who fails a drug test may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

[YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] must certify that the candidate has satisfactorily passed the drug screening within the last 180 days. No documentation shall be furnished to [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME], aside from the Affidavit of Completion of Drug Screening and Background Check. Agency temporaries who are hired by [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] as regular employees must complete the [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] drug testing upon hire.

Employees experiencing problems with alcohol or other drugs are urged to voluntarily seek assistance to resolve such problems before they become serious enough to require management referral or disciplinary action. A portion of the cost of treatment may be covered by [YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME]’s healthcare program and employees may have to assume responsibility for the cost of a portion of the treatment. Successful treatment will be viewed positively.  However, participation in a treatment program will not prevent normal disciplinary action for a violation that may have already occurred nor will it relieve an employee of the responsibility to perform assigned duties safely and efficiently.

Company Representatives are expected to identify performance or behavioral problems and to begin investigative or corrective action with guidance from your HR Department, as appropriate, based on behaviors demonstrated by employees and observed by supervisory personnel.

4. Disciplinary Action

[YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME] employees are expected to perform his/her job functions safely and legally. Violation(s) of this policy may result in disciplinary action.  Preceding termination, the following progressive disciplinary actions should be performed given the nature of the offense (Note: Serious offenses, such as physical or sexual assault and/or theft will have Zero Tolerance):

4.1. Verbal Warning

• The employee will be given a verbal warning regarding the undesirable behavior or action.
• Employees will be explained when and how the behavior or action took place.  This will include the reason why the behavior or action was unacceptable.
• Employees will be allowed to explain the situation and their actions. This should be his/her opportunity to give their side of the story.
• Employees will be given a description of the desirable and/or acceptable behavior or actions.
• Employees will be informed that further disciplinary action, up to and including termination, will follow if unacceptable behavior continues.
• Employees will be explained that the incident will not go into their file, but that it will be taken note of to follow up on possible further disciplinary incidents.

4.2. Written Warning

• The employee will be given a written warning regarding his/her undesirable behavior or action if the behavior or action had either been discussed in a previous verbal warning or the behavior or action was considered severe.
• The employee will be explained when and how the undesirable behavior or action took place. This will include the reason why the behavior or action was unacceptable.
• Employees will be allowed to explain the situation and his/her actions.
• This should be his/her opportunity to give their side of the story.
• The employee will be given a description of the desirable and/or acceptable behavior or actions.
• The employee will be provided with a copy of the written warning and another will be placed in the employee’s file.
• The employee will sign the document as proof that he/she has received it.
• Employees will be explained that future disciplinary problems will be addressed with further progressive disciplinary actions up to and including termination.

4.3. Suspension

• The employee will be given written documentation regarding the suspension concerning the undesirable behavior or action if the behavior or action had either been discussed in a previous verbal or written warning or the behavior or action was considered severe.
• The documentation will include information on the offense and the length of the term of suspension and why the employee has been suspended.
• Employees will be explained when and how the undesirable behavior or action took place. This will include the reason why the behavior or action was unacceptable.
• Employees will be given a description of the desirable and/or acceptable behavior or actions.
• The employee will be provided a copy of the suspension and another copy will be placed in the employee’s file.
• The employee will sign the document as proof that he/she has received it.
• The employee will be explained that future disciplinary problems will be addressed with further progressive disciplinary actions up to and including termination.

4.4. Termination

• The employee will be given written documentation regarding his/her termination and the undesirable behavior or action leading to and justifying the termination.
• Documentation should include information on the offense and previous disciplinary communications with the employee.
• Employees will be described when and how the unacceptable behavior or action took place. This will include the reason why the behavior or action was unacceptable.
• The employee will be given a description of the desirable and/or acceptable behavior or actions.
• The employee will be provided with a copy of the termination notice and another copy will be placed in the employee’s file.
• The employee will be escorted from the location immediately maintaining the dignity of the terminated employee by not making it obvious to other employees that the employee has been terminated and for what reasons.

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QHSE DOCUMENTS-RISK ASSESSMENT FOR HVAC SYSTEM

For the risk assessment of HVAC, uploaded by QHSE Documents, various methods and concepts can be used, here you can use Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) concepts for an HVAC system The HVAC is the “Direct Impact” system in the aseptic practice which directly affects product quality and regulatory compliance. The level of risk associated with the HVAC system can be assessed based on the impact and severity of the probable risk in aseptic practice in manufacturing units, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. On completion of the risk assessment, control and measures must be developed and recommended actions for unacceptable risk will be identified for improved Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) Regulations compliance and qualification of the system upgrades. After completion of the risk assessment, the recommended actions must be extended and verified against the qualification stages of the HVAC system. Finally, the HVAC system should be subjected to a performance qualification (PQ) study. All the tests must be performed, and a report must be generated.

Description of Identified Risk 

1. New equipment facility or system or any “major change in the existing equipment” may affect the product requirement safety feature and environment.
2. Air/energy losses may occur during air distribution through ducts. Contamination due to air leakage when AHU is shut down. (Negative pressure may lead to contamination)
3. Installation of components at inappropriate places leads to inadequate performance of AHU.
4. Inappropriate operation of AHU may lead to non-compliance concerning performance requirements and frequent maintenance.
5. Blocking of the filter affected the differential pressure level and may lead to contamination in areas at higher cleanliness classes.
6. Uncalibrated instruments affected the monitoring and controlling of the desired product environment condition.
7. Failure of Audio/ visual indication of alarms may not alert the personnel and will continue to operate in non-complying conditions.
8. Air velocity and air changes may affect the cleanliness class, heat load and recovery from contamination.
9. Differential pressure is critical for maintaining cleanliness class and cross-contamination.
10. The validation status concerning the filter integrity may be affected.
11. Airflow patterns may affect the effective cleanliness of the area.
12. Comply with Grade A environment
13. Air cleanliness in clean rooms may affect contamination-sensitive activities.
14. Airborne particle concentration may affect the specification of air cleanliness in clean rooms.
15. The temperature may lead to product instability, personnel discomfort, and microbial growth.
16. Relative humidity may affect moisture-sensitive activity.
17. Microbial contamination leads to loss of sterility.

Likelihood of Occurrence 

1. Low-URS and vendor DQ are in place.
2. Low-Sheets are lock-forming quality: lock; Insulation; Thermocole; Cladding-aluminum
3. Low-Vendor installed component as per approved drawing.
4. Medium-Instrument is running as per the approved SOP with control parameters.
5. Low-Differential pressure monitoring switches are placed across the filter.
6. Medium-Instrument/components are identified for calibration with tag no.
7. Medium-List of all alarms is verified and classified in critical/ noncritical based on impact on product quality/purity.
8. Medium-Supply and return air volume (CFM) of AHU are as per the requirement of area and occupancy.
9. Low-DP gauge continuously monitors the pressure difference between different classrooms (one for each room separately).
10. Low-Change in the HEPA filter at regular intervals and as required.
11. Low Rooms are designed from positively to negatively pressurized zones. Dampers maintain the desired differential pressure in the room.
12. Low-The UAF unit is installed. The area under the unit should comply with class A standards/requirements.
13. Low-Final filtration of supply air in the room through terminal mounted HEPA filter (H-13) efficiency 99.97% down to 0.3-micron particles.
14. Medium-Environmental monitoring devices are in place (FMS). Final filtration of supply air in the room through terminal mounted HEPA filter.
15. Low-Temperature sensors are in each room and common return air duct.
16. Low-RH sensors are provided for the common return air duct. A dehumidifier is in place.
17. Medium-Alert and action limits are determined by trend analysis.

Risk Related to the Probability of Detection

1. High-If any mismatch observed between the user and supplier specification.
2. High-If there is no check done to verify the duct leakage.
3. High-If drawings are not available.
4. High-If the operating and maintenance personnel are not trained concerning the related SOP.
5. High-If the sensors fail to generate alarms.
6. High- If the instruments are not calibrated as per frequency.
7. High-If the alarms are not generated during the excursion in temperature/ RH/DP beyond the set limit.
8. High- If there is no check done to verify the air velocity air changes per hour (ACPH).
9. High-If differential pressure value less than alarm limit and greater than specified time between similar and non-similar classes.
10. High-If there is no check done to verify the integrity of filter.
11. High-If differential pressure value less than alarm limit and greater than specified time between similar and non-similar classes.
12. High-If the turbulence found in the air flow pattern.
13. High-If there is no check done to verify the integrity of filters.
14. High-If there is no check done to verify the integrity of filters and air velocity.
15. High-Excursion of temperature beyond the set limit due to different operations.
16. High-Excursion of RH beyond the set limit due to CIP/SIP operation.
17. High-Critical for Grade A environment.

Recommended Action

1. User and supplier specifications and drawings are evaluated for their compliance with the intended use and cGMP during DQ.
2. Duct leakage should be checked through smoke tests and reports addressed in the IQ.
3. Schematic, P&ID, and GA drawings should be verified in IQ.
4. Identify and verify the SOP during OQ.
5. DP switches are provided across the HEPA filter for monitoring the blocking of the filter and feedback given to DDC which generates an alarm.
6. Instrument/ component should be calibrated (temp., RH, DP) and report addressed in the OQ.
7. All alarms should be checked, verified, and set parameters related to the safety of the product/ person/ environment during OQ.
8. The air velocity and ACPH should be checked by an anemometer to ensure that an adequate amount of air is supplied in the room and report addressed in the PQ.
9. DP should be checked through the Magnehelic gauge to verify the capability of complete installation to maintain the specified pressure difference and report addressed in PQ.
10. The integrity should be checked through the DOP test and report addressed in the PQ.
11. Non-unidirectional air flow should be checked through the WFI fogger and report addressed in the PQ.
12. Unidirectional airflow should be checked through the WFI fogger; the airflow should have a sweeping action over and away from the product under dynamic conditions and report addressed in the PQ.
13. Airborne particle count should be checked through the particle counter to Determine the cleanliness level as per ISO standards.
14. The recovery/ decontamination rate test should be checked through the DOP test in the classified area and the recovery report addressed in the PQ.
15. The temperature should be checked through calibrated instrument and report addressed in the PQ.
16. RH should be checked through calibrated hygrometer and report addressed in the PQ.
17. The viable count should be monitored through settle plate, air sampling, swab sampling, and report addressed in the PQ.

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR PLASTERING WORK

This safe work method statement uploaded by QHSE documents for the "Method Statement For Plastering Work" is in editable and ready-to-use format and will answer to various questions such as What is the plastering method? How do you inspect plasterwork? What is the importance of plaster in construction?

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1.0. SCOPE

The Scope of Work (SOW) for this technical documentation consists of the following work:

1.1. Surface Preparation

1.2. Establishing plaster thickness

1.3. Fixation of plastering accessories

1.4. Plaster mix preparation & application

1.5. Finishing and curing works

2.0. SITE SUPERVISION

The Construction Manager shall have overall responsibility for the completion of the work.

3.0. REFERENCE

3.1. DOCUMENTATIONS

3.1.1. Approved Shop Drawings 

3.1.2. Project Specification

3.1.3. Project Quality Plan

3.1.4. Project HSE Plan

3.1.5. Risk Assessment

3.1.6. Material Submittals

4.0. RESOURCES

4.1. PERSONNEL

4.1.1. Construction Manager

4.1.2. Site Engineer

4.1.3. QA/QC Engineer

4.1.4. HSE Officer

4.1.5. Surveyor

4.1.6. Foreman

4.1.7. Labours

4.2. RESPONSIBILITIES 

Project Manager:  The PM makes sure that the work is proceeding as per the approved

Plan, schedule, and contractual requirements.

Project Engineer/Construction Manager: Responsible for carrying out the work following

IFC Drawings, Approved Shop drawings, and project specifications.

QA/QC Engineer: The QAQC Engr. makes sure that the quality requirements as highlighted and described in the quality plan are being achieved as per the expectations.

HSE Officer: The HSE officer closely looks at and implements the health & safety aspects of the job, advice, and remedial initiatives, and oversees the implementation of these measures.

Surveyors: The Surveyors develop and establish lines and levels as per the approved drawings and make sure these are maintained accordingly.

Foreman: The Forman oversees, monitor, and supervise the work as directed by the Project Engineer (PE).

Labors: Conduct and carry out the work as directed by the foreman.

4.3. EQUIPMENT

1.1.1. Hacking tools, Hand trowel

1.1.2. Mechanical mixer Drum

1.1.3. Volumetric Weigh Box

1.1.4. Plumb bob, Aluminum Straight edge

1.1.5. Mortar mixing pan

1.1.6. Tyrolean/Spatter dash equipment.

4.5. WORKFORCES

1.0. Project Manager

2.0. Project Engineer/Construction Manager

3.0. QA/QC Engineer

4.0. HSE Officer

5.0.  Surveyors

6.0.  Foreman

7.0.  Labours

5.0. PERMIT TO WORK

Required Work permits shall be get and shall be readily available on-worksite.

6.0. SAFETY REQUIREMENT

6.1. Safety requirements for plastering works shall be following the Occupational health and safety standards of the GCC [or as per your business located state or country] HSE plan and [or as per your business located state or country] Occupational health safety management system.

6.2. All Workers involved in the project shall be inducted on the safety, health and

6.3. Environmental issues before allowing working at the site.

Personal Protective Equipment

6.4. All required mandatory PPE like safety helmet, safety shoes, and hand gloves shall be used during the execution of the work

6.5. Specific Safety Requirement

6.6. Personnel working at height shall wear Full Body Harness

7.0. DESCRIPTION OF THE PLASTERING WORK AND PROCEDURE

7.1. Surfaces to receive the plaster coat shall be thoroughly cleaned of any loose dust, particles, wood pieces, nails, mold oil, binding wires, etc., and neutralized by applying potable/ Treated water.

7.2. All MEP embedment work & Plastering accessories fixation works shall be completed, inspected & Approved by the consultant before proceeding with the plastering works.

7.3. Levelling pad shall be made on the surfaces to the specified thickness of the plaster requirement as indicated in the Shop Drawings.

The below highlighted and described Volumetric Mix (VM) shall be used for the plastering work.

a. Dash coat (Under Coat) /Spatter coat: 1(Cement): 4 1/2 (Sand)

b. Topcoat /Final coat: 1(Cement): 6 (Sand)

7.4. The Plaster mix is prepared by mechanical mixer drum with ingredients measured volumetric with constructed Gauge box.

7.5. The undercoat plaster thickness will not be more than 13mm thick or less than 8mm. Plaster thickness exceedingly more than 10mm or less than 5mm, shall be done in 2 coats.

7.6. Approved Expanded Metal lath shall be fixed at the junction of different Backgrounds and all over the electrical conduits and other service pipe works.

7.7. Approved Angle / Corner Beads (AB 48X 48mm -EXMET) & Stop beads (PS13 & PS16 –EXMET) shall be fixed by mortar dab on the surface to the plumb, by using G.I Nails. It shall comply with BS 14 49 Part 2.

7.8. The spatter dash coat (1st coat) shall be applied to the prepared Block masonry surface using a Tyrolean box to achieve a rough surface to ensure good key for subsequent plaster coats

7.9. The applied spatter dash coat shall be cured for a minimum period of 2 days (water spraying 3-4 times a day) before the start of the undercoat/1st coat plaster coat.

7.10. Before applying the next /final coat the preceding coat is to be brushed down to remove any loose particles and is to be dampened sufficiently to ensure uniform absorption.

7.11. The second / Final Plaster coat shall be built up and finished to the required thickness by felting or floating. For Tiling, finishing work needs to keep an unsmooth surface.

7.12. A neat 5mm wide ‘V’ joint shall be prepared where plaster finishes flush against the door & window frames.

7.13. The finished plaster surface shall be water cured for 2 days.

7.14. All adjacent finishes, and materials during plastering works shall be protected by temporary coverings like polythene sheets.

7.15. The finished surface shall be smooth, free from waviness, irregularities and in the true plane to correct line and level.

7.16. The concrete surface should be clean, free of loose debris, porous, chipped, scarified, etched, or otherwise roughened to ensure good mechanical bond

7.17. Materials: - According to the Project specification materials such as corner beads, edge trim, angle beads and stops for render shall be of stainless steel and shall comply with BS 1449 Part 2. 

7.18. All plaster work involved in accessories and other gears shall be epitomized to suit the depth of plaster to be applied.

7.19. Render grooves shall be fabricated from stainless steel.

8.0. Methodology

8.1. All works shall be following Project Technical Specification

8.2. All MEP services shall be installed before starting plastering work.

8.3. Clearance shall be taken from each discipline before starting plastering work.

8.4. The site Engineer and Consultant must check all the supports/levels of plastering work before starting work.

8.5. Metal lath shall be used in all the joints between the block and Concrete columns and beams. Also, metal laths shall be used above the MEP services to control cracks.

8.6. Solid-piaster bases that are smooth or that do not have the suction capability is prepared by the installation of accessories such as:

a. Corner beads as outside corner reinforcements

b. Inside corner, accessory for the provision of stress relief at internal angles.

c. Casing beads when plaster abuts dissimilar material/objects.

d. Plaster screeds to establish plaster thickness.

e. Control joints to relieve stress in areas prone to cracking.

8.7. Fasteners are used to attach the metal lath to the concrete surface. A minimum of 3/4 in (19 mm) length is required to make sure structural integrity. The size and type of fastener selected will be based on the substrate type, the metal lath's weight, and the thickness and weight of any additional materials.

8.8. The concrete surface should be clean, free of loose debris, porous, chipped, scarified, etched, or otherwise roughened to ensure a good mechanical bond.

8.9. A chip or roughen the solid surface substrate using a wire brush, hammers, chisels, scabbers, or other hand or power tools.

8.10. Care should be taken to avoid the removal of the solid substrate structure beyond the amount necessary to ensure a proper bond of plaster to the substrate.

8.11. Apply the approved bonding agent (NITOBOND SBR) to the concrete surface by brush, roller, or spray.

8.12. The room temperature should be greater than 4.4°C for at least 48 hours before the application of plaster and continuously during and after the application

8.13. Once a control sample of any in situ finish has been approved, do not change the constituents or proportions without approval. Ensure that supplies are obtained from one source to give uniform color and texture throughout the whole of the Work.

8.14. Application of plaster can be done by hand or machine application. 

8.15. The Hand application will be used in this plasterwork project.

9.0. Hand Application

9.1. Hand application is typically performed by the plasterer using a hawk and trowel. 

9.2. The plasterer scoops the plaster from the hawk with various tools and applies it to the plaster base.

9.3. Before starting the rush coat/first coat, all the MEP services shall be installed and take clearance from each discipline.

9.4. The first coat or scratch coat on a metal-lath base should be thick enough to fully key into and embed the lath. The scratch coat on a solid substrate base should be sufficiently trowel-forced into the solid substrate to promote a good mechanical bond.

9.5. Excessive troweling during scratch coat application should be avoided.

9.6. The scratch coat surface should rot to a level plane.

9.7. Application of curing on the external wall will be required to stop plaster from drying out too quickly. If necessary, then a single Hessian and single polyethylene sheet will be hung against the wall to protect the plaster from the drying effects of the wind in hot weather. On internal walls, there shall be adequate ventilation to allow the plaster to dry.

9.8. Before applying the finish coat/rush coat, moisture should be applied to the scratch coat to begin the absorption process and if necessary, to satisfy the anticipated absorptive capacity of the scratch coat during application and tooling of the finish coat.

9.9. The second coat/final coat should be applied as soon as the first coat is sufficiently rigid to resist cracking, the pressures of the second coat application, and the leveling process.

9.10. Screeds (pegging) shall be used to ensure a flat surface within the project specification. A tolerance of plus or minus 6.4mm in 3.0m from the true plane in the finished plaster surface is allowed.

9.11. Finish plaster-flush with metal frames and other built-in metal items or accessories that act as plaster ground.

9.12. Where the casing bead does not terminate plaster at the metal frame cut the base coat free from the metal frame before the plaster sets and groove the finish coat at junctures with metal.

9.13. Cut, patch, replace and repair plaster as necessary to accommodate other work and to restore cracks, dents, and imperfections. Repair or replace work to eliminate blisters, buckles, and crazing and check cracking, dry outs, efflorescence, sweat outs, and similar defects that were bonded to the substrate have failed.

9.14. Remove temporary protection and enclosure of other work. Promptly dispose of plaster from doorframes, home windows, and other surfaces no longer indicated to be plastered

9.15. Working in higher levels

• The work with the use of scaffolding will comply with safety requirements. 
• An access ladder permitting safe access shall be available. 
• Climbing off the end frames is prohibited unless their design incorporates an approved ladder. 
• To permit get right of entry to the working platform in this manner, the ladder constructed into the give-up frames can be used if uniform rung spacing among frames may be done. 
• Tube frames that don't offer uniform rung spacing must be equipped with offset ladders for platform access.
• On scaffolds 6 feet (1 .8 m) above the ground or floor, handrails, mid-rails, and toe-boards are to be installed and scaffolds wholly decked. 
• A safety net or safety harness shall be provided.

9.16. Curing

Curing for Plastering shall be done a minimum of 3 days with Potable water in each coat, Rush coat, and final coat.

9.17. Safety

• A strict HSE policy will be implemented throughout the work duration. 
• PAT Engineering recognizes the importance of safety on site and will strictly adhere to the approved safety requirements for working at the site. 
• The risk assessment is attached herewith experienced and well-qualified safety personnel will be assigned to implement and control site Safety.

9.17.1. Safety Training

• Daily toolbox meetings will be held at the site. 
• Work-specific training will be given to the personnel. 
• All workmen will be informed about the nature and hazards involved in the complete scope of the job. 
• Emergency drills will be conducted to test preparedness and response every six months.

9.17.2. Emergency Procedure & Communication at Site

• In the event of an accident, the incident alarm is activated. 
• Alarm points are notified using various authentic methods such as runner messenger, mobile, or telephone. 
• These details will be communicated - the location of the incident, and the nature of the incident. 
• On hearing the emergency alarm, all people shall vacate the workplace. 
• Before leaving each person shall ensure that the area is as safe as possible by switching off the welding machine, gas cylinders, running machines, etc.

9.17.3. Area Lighting

• Area lighting aims to provide sufficient lighting for the personnel and equipment to move around and complete the work safely. 
• The type of work to be carried out will determine the lighting requirements.

10.0. COMPLETION OF THE WORKS

The completed activity shall be raised with a Request for Information (RFI) and Approved.

11. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL

11.1. Ensure that all materials to be used are approved materials.

11.2. Ensure that the required materials are approved by the consultant before the execution of work.

11.3. All work shall be carried out following the related method statement and approved by the consultant.

11.4. All manpower carrying out the works shall be adequately trained and equipped with the required PPE against the work hazards.

11.5. Required maintenance shall be done frequently to the works-related equipment.

11.6. All the formworks, reinforcement, and embedded items shall be inspected and approved by the consultant.

12.0. APPENDICES

12.1. Appendix 1 -- Risk Assessment 

12.2. Bonding Agent (Rush Coat)

12.3. Plastering Accessories

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR BRICKWORK & BLOCKWORK

This under-discussion topic “Risk Assessment for Brickwork & Blockwork “will enhance awareness and provide clear guidelines and direction in identifying hazards and risks and prevention initiatives to help eliminate the risk of physical injury specific to Brickwork & Blockwork work tasks. This Risk assessment Brickwork & Blockwork uploaded by QHSE documents for the " Brickwork & Blockwork" is in editable and ready-to-use format and will answer various answers to the questions such as What are the 5 types of risk assessment? What are the 4 risk assessments? What are the four 4 main elements of the risk assessment process? What are the three types of risk assessments? block work risk assessment pdf, bricklaying risk assessment example, block work hazards, bricklaying risk assessment and method statement, risk assessment for concrete works, plastering risk assessment pdf, bricklaying method statement example, etc. To download more health and safety documents such as risk assessments, risk assessments, safety forms, and checklists, keep visiting the site regularly. 

1. SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS IDENTIFIED

• Falls of materials
• Cutting of bricks/blocks
• Silica (SiO2) Dust – Chronic Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Working at Height (W@H)

2. STANDARD CONTROL MEASURES 

• To minimize and reduce the manual risks to ill health, make sure that the Paving blocks weighing more than 20kg will not be lifted, loaded, unloaded, or transferred manually and must be laid mechanically unless site circumstances make this impractical.  
• A brief and detailed Task Risk Assessment (TRA) must be prepared if paving units are more than 20 kilograms are to be laid manually/physically. 

MANUAL LAYING

Use mechanical methods and techniques to shift and transfer paviors whenever applicable e.g.: 

• Forklift, JCB, etc.
• Essential and proper training in Kinetic Lifting Techniques (KLT) is to be provided to all vehicle or machinery operatives carrying out the task
• Management to make sure that the Kinetic Lifting Techniques (KLT) is being used to prevent injuries

PPE

• Knee pads to be worn.  
• Use Impact Resistant Eye Protection (IREP) when cutting paviors.  
• Use a dust mask when cutting pavers with discs or if the wind is blowing sand into the air.

MECHANICAL LAYING

• Vacuum lifting will be used following the manufacturer’s instructions by trained operatives
• All lifting gear is to be visually and carefully examined and checked daily and have a current certificate of thorough examination (thorough examination to be conducted after every 6 months)
• Paving blocks will be lifted into place using a vacuum lifter suspended from a suitable machine
• Use Impact Resistant Eye Protection (IREP) when cutting paviors. 
• Use a dust mask when cutting pavers with discs or if the wind is blowing sand into the air.

3. CONTROL MEASURES:

• Protective equipment is worn by all personnel and visitors including safety helmets, and safety footwear to BS/EN standards.
• Respiratory protection must be worn when cutting bricks/ blocks:
• Elastomeric Half Facepiece Respirators
• Elastomeric Full Facepiece Respirators
• Filtering Facepiece Respirators
• Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs)
• Supplied Air-Respirators
• Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCABA)
• Combination Respirators
• Impact goggles must be worn when cutting bricks/blocks.
• Waste materials are removed from the working area preventing the risk of slip-trip injuries

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RISK ASSESSMENT ABRASIVE WHEELS

 

This under-discussion topic “Risk assessment abrasive wheels “will enhance awareness and provide clear guidelines and direction in identifying hazards and risks and prevention initiatives to help eliminate the risk of physical injury specific to abrasive wheels work tasks.

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SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS IDENTIFIED

Here is a brief description of what could be expected to cause significant harm and how that harm may arise.

1. Particles or flying objects-Entering from the work of the eyes
2. Contact of the body part with an Abrasive wheel (AB)-Severe lacerations or amputation
3. Bursting wheels (BW)-Multiple physical injuries
4. Fire-Due to or caused by the creation of heat and/or sparks from the abrasive activity
5. Fumes-Petrol fumes from fuel conservation and Carbon Monoxide (CO) from the exhaust
6. Fatal and severe Electric shock- From electrical machines or equipment (and HT system on petrol machines)
7. Inhalation of respirable crystalline silica (RCS)- while carrying out various activities such as  cutting kerbs, paving or blocks could cause various acute and chronic ill health issues such as:

• Silicosis.
• Lung Cancer.
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

8. Various Vibration Injuries-Due to the prolonged use of vibrational tools
9. Hearing loss-Noise levels will normally be above the second action level

PERSONS AT RISK

• Workforce/Employees
• Contractors/sub-contractors
• Members of society
• Other stakeholders

CONTROL MEASURES

1) Make sure that the machine has been completely/fully inspected and examined internally or by a 3rd party within the last 12 months. The internal or 3rd party examination certificate must be readily available from the worksite where the machine is being operated.

2) Only competent and well-trained and certified persons may mount an abrasive wheel onto a spindle. 

3) All guards must be in place. The safety guard should cover the whole wheel or disc except for that part required exposed to do the work accordingly.

4) For cutting-off purposes, use only straight-sided wheels of the cutter machines.

5) Make sure that the depressed centre wheels may only be used for grinding purposes.

6) Portable equipment, particularly power-operated tools, must only be used when standing on a stable, firm, balanced surface or working platform.

7) Discs and wheels must be stored flat in dry, and designated places with complete access control. Hanging nails or hooks are strictly prohibited.

8) Never use wheels or discs which are cracked or damaged. Discard them immediately and request a new one.

9) Always make proper and correct use of the washer, bolt, and spanner. If any of these are not present while working, the machine must not be used and must ask for them.

10) On power-operated machines, make sure that the power source is isolated before conducting inspections or changing the wheel.

11) Make a correct selection for the correct wheel for the job.

12) The maximum permissible Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) of the wheel must exceed that of the machine on which it is to be used.

13) Refuelling for the petrol machines at the workplace is strictly prohibited– take the machine to a remote, safe fuelling designated point for safety enhancements.

14) Properly clean out the inner side of the guard before adjusting a new wheel.

15) Make sure and carefully examine and check that the wheel moves freely before starting.

16) Make sure that the sparks do not ignite any combustible material or flammable substance in the cutting work area.

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