Introduction Welcome to GreenCell Express Pvt Ltd. Safety is a core value at GCE. Safety of our employees, Partner neighbors and environment is important to us
All accidents are avoidable and are to be prevented No work is so urgent that it can not be done safely (applicable to visitors also) Adhering to HSE rules is a non-negotiable condition for everyone including visitors Setting examples through our behaviour No Incidents : No one gets hurt No harm to Environment Our Safety Vision : Valuing Life Safer Workplace Safer Actions Safer People
We worry about Partner because… Your incidents can impact our occupants and assets Your performance can affect our ability to use or occupancy our space A Partner incident will result in intensive GCM investigation A Partner incident may result in a Government investigation Greater than 60% of fatalities at Electrical Bus O&M sites are associated with Partner It’s the “right thing to do” for you and your families
Partner Safety Program Policy GCM Safety Policy is an integral component of the company’s EHS focus on integrity Provide a safe and healthy work environment for all individuals who work on or provide support for our facilities and project activities Prevent any adverse impact to the environment and community in performance of our work Ensure that our work product is fully compliant with all applicable GCM standards and governmental regulations Provide our employees with a safe and healthy workplace and ensure that site operations and personnel do not create a hazard for Partner activities
Partner( Cont.Opt,OEM )Safety Program Principles Provide you and our employees with a safe and healthy workplace When you work for GCM, you will be in full compliance with all applicable EHS regulations and, where appropriate, GCM standards and best practices Everyone has a role and must be involved in the process Drive EHS awareness into our project culture Seek out non-compliance and correct it immediately Make EHS performance an integral part of overall operations Take every instance of non-compliance very seriously! 100% Compliance!
EHS is a Shared Responsibility Partner( Cont Opt,OEM )’ Responsibilities to GCM Follow program and site rules Ensure the safety of GCM employees and assets Avoid creating additional site hazards Be prepared to execute safely on our jobs GCM Employees’ Responsibilities to Partner Communicate onsite conditions (e.g., emergency procedures, chemicals in the workplace, hazards) Respond to unsafe work conditions Actively manage the job - Stop Unsafe work if necessary to Correct
Training Expectations Emergency procedures Reporting requirements Security sign-in procedures Site-specific hazards Site-specific LOTO procedures Chemicals in the workplace
Site-Specific Information
Sign-in Requirements Partners are required to Sign in and out daily at (at main Gate) Wear ID card at all times, and where it is easily visible
Emergency Number XXXXX Important Numbers Fire Dept. 101 Police Dept. 100 Ambulance 108 Hospital Name & Phone Care well Hospital, Bhopal 7999366790 Evacuation Assembly Point Infront of Depot admin Building Fire/Security/Medical/Other Report the emergency to the, GCM-SPV representative, Site Safety Leader or Business Captain. Give your name, location, and a description of the emergency. GCM-SPV is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. To help ensure your safety, please familiarize yourself with the site emergency procedures, as well as the locations of all exits and fire pull stations in the building. In Case of Emergency Evacuation Procedures Evacuate the building immediately when the evacuation alarm is activated. Proceed directly to the evacuation Assembly point. Once at the evacuation Assembly point, listen for instructions and give your name to the Area Monitor conducting the headcount. Do not call the receptionist or building manager to ask if the alarm is real. Do not use elevators. Do not access your vehicle. Do not linger in the lobby or other common areas. Do not re-enter the building until notified to do so by emergency personnel. Non-Life-Threatening Emergencies For after hours, non-life-threatening emergencies (i.e., broken pipes, water leakage, power failures, or strange odors), call the GCM-SPV Help Center: Depot Maintenance Team XXXXXXX
Incident Reporting
Inherent Risks Insert site specific risks that need to be communicated to the contractor and Visitor
Inherent Risks Insert site specific risks that need to be communicated to the contractor and Visitor
Inherent Risks Insert site specific risks that need to be communicated to the contractor and Visitor
General Safety & Security Guidelines No one will be allowed to enter the site without proper identification Smoking is never permitted inside GCM work areas, but may be permitted in designated outdoor areas Anyone under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs will not be permitted on site Weapons and firearms are prohibited inside GCM property Cameras and video equipment are not permitted in GCM workspace unless authorized Do not prop open doors; use designated Partner( Cont.Opt,OEM )entrances Park in designated areas
Housekeeping Cleanliness and orderliness are required in work areas. Partner should: Ensure your work does not impact building occupants Clean up and remove wastes generated on site Clean up rags, packing materials, dust, etc. daily and place in proper containers Avoid placing obstacles in roadways, walkways, aisles or other travel routes Allow sufficient time at the end of the day to clean up work areas Immediately contain any spills, contact Supervisor/Follow Emergency for Spill Release
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Appropriate PPE for the hazards associated with the job you will be performing is required: Safety glasses with side shields (ANSI Z87) Substantial or steel toed shoes/boots Hard hats Hearing protection Gloves applicable to hazard ( eg. leather, chemical resistant, cut resistant) Respirators, dust masks and/or face shields Fall protection Electrical insulating equipment ( eg. rubber gloves, blankets, boots, etc.) Welding equipment ( eg. shields, aprons, gloves, etc.) PPE should be inspected periodically to ensure it is in good working condition
Material Handling (Movers) Ensure that tripping hazards are not created in aisles and walkways Place floor coverings on heavily traveled work areas Avoid placing materials in aisles, walkways, or exit routes Use safe lifting methods to avoid strain or injury
Ladders Metal ladders are only allowed for non-electrical work and above-ceiling work where all hazards have been identified and mitigated. FRP ladders must be inspected before each use. Ladders should be heavy duty, industrial strength Stepladders must be fully open and cannot be used as straight ladders Defective ladders should be removed from service Do not place ladders in blind spots (doorways, driveways) or in egress ways unless properly barricade, guarded, or signed Straight and extensions ladders must be: Tied-off to keep them secure Extend three (3) feet beyond top landing Set up with the base at least one-fourth of the ladder height measured from bottom to point of bearing
Tools & Equipment Defective tools and equipment should be tagged and taken out of service for repair or disposal Equipment and materials should be stored so that it will not create a falling or tripping hazard or block access to fire extinguishers or emergency equipment Machinery (e.g., portable grinders) should not be operated without effective guards in place Gasoline and propane powered equipment are prohibited inside any GCM building Motor vehicles should not be left running while unattended All moving equipment must be equipped with backup alarms
Compressed Gas Cylinders Store cylinders upright and secured (chained or on cart) Replace valve protection caps when not in use Close valves on empty cylinders Separate oxygen and fuel gas cylinders by a minimum of 20 feet (6 meters) or a 5 foot (1.5 meters) high, one-half hour fire-rate barrier when not in use Use proper equipment when moving cylinders (e.g., cylinder cart)
Fire Prevention Never use gasoline or flammable liquids as cleaning agents Gasoline and similar flammable liquids must be stored in appropriate safety containers and in areas free of burning hazards Keep all heat sources away from flammable liquids, gases, or other combustible materials Open fires are prohibited Hot work operations must have a properly trained and equipped fire watch with fire extinguishers
High Risk Operations/High Hazard Activities
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Primary, secondary, stored and single source energy sources require a lockout when performing servicing or maintenance activities Shut down machinery with moving parts or process equipment in service before adjustment or repairs LOTO procedures must be followed and provided by GCM or equipment owner If shut down is not feasible, a risk assessment must be completed and approved prior to start Never remove warning or danger tags or locks Partner must implement procedures that provide protection equal to or better than the GCM LOTO program LOTO programs must be reviewed by authorized GCM personnel Equipment specific Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures must be followed for all LOTO operations Obtain procedures from equipment owners (e.g., GCM or landlord)
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Partner( Cont.Opt,OEM ) must Place their own locks and tags (one lock, one key, one person) Verify LOTO by tryout Documentation of LOTO training is required for all Partner( Cont.Opt,OEM )workers performing LOTO
Electrical Electrical equipment should not be installed, repaired, or removed except by trained qualified electricians Electrically operated equipment must be grounded Equipment that is frayed, worn, or otherwise defective should be removed from service Do not use electrical tape to repair or cover damaged insulation on extension cords Extension cords must have a UL approved three prong grounded plug Temporary lighting must be guarded
Working at Heights All workers in an area exposed to a fall greater than 6 feet (1.8 m) (Note: general industry standard is 4 feet, 1.2m) must use appropriate fall protection Guardrails, Safety nets, Personal fall arrest systems, or Other approved protection method Working at heights is a high-risk activity, each Partner( Cont.Opt,OEM )employee should inspect prior to starting the task. Working on a roof within 6 feet of the edge or a floor opening requires fall protection Do not stand on motors, pumps, conduits, etc. to gain access to elevated work
Fall Protection - Lifts In scissor or aerial lifts: Safety harnesses must be worn at all times Chains must be closed Harnesses must be secured to an approved tie-off point Tie-off points for aerial lifts should be on the lift to prevent “bouncing out” Tie-off points for scissor lifts should either be outside of the lift or at a manufacturer’s approved tie-off point on the lift Establish a barricaded or roped off danger zone around lifts for falling objects
Scaffolds Scaffolds shall meet GCM or country specific standards Scaffolds must be inspected before use and must be designed for the safe working load Scaffold planking must be: Tested and approved to carry the load Secured by tying or cleats Handrails and toe-boards must be used Rolling towers must be: Locked while in use Free of personnel, material and equipment when moved Moved from the bottom, not the top
Scaffolds Ladders must be used for access, climbing on bracing is prohibited Only trained and qualified personnel should erect, move, dismantle or alter scaffolding Abide by the Scaffold Tag System GREEN – complete per required safety standards YELLOW – conditional use – 100% fall protection required RED – scaffold not complete, Do Not Use Stacked boxes, chairs, or drums cannot be used to make platforms or be added to already built platforms All scaffolds shall be free of tools, trash, etc. before calling in for removal
Cranes, Hoists & Rigging Never raise a load over people or occupied buildings Tag lines must be used to control every load Rigging operations utilizing chains is not permitted without prior EHS approval Multiple-lift rigging is prohibited All materials shall be rigged to prevent unintentional displacement Hooks with self-closing safety latches shall be used Riding on hooks, headache balls or slings is prohibited Defective equipment will be tagged and removed from service Only qualified operators may operate power equipment and seat belts must be worn where appropriate
Cranes & Hoists Safe lifting procedures for cranes and hoists must be developed and documented Equipment inspections are required prior to each use on each shift and as necessary during its use to ensure that it is safe Preventive maintenance is required per manufacturer’s guidance or local requirements The following documentation is required to be provided to GCM-SPV: Training certifications for all crane operators Annual inspection reports Maintenance records
Confined Space Entry into a confined space shall be conducted only if necessary to do assigned work Entry into a confined space is prohibited until atmospheric testing and applicable entry procedures have been documented and permits completed Documentation of confined space training is required for all Partner( Cont.Opt,OEM )entrants and attendants All entrants and attendants must be informed of the entry procedures and mitigation plan prior to entry Retrieval equipment is required for all confined space entries. The number of entrants must equal the number of retrieval devices available and rescue must be available within 4 minutes or the number attendants needs to be increased
Inspections Partner are responsible for performing inspections of their work area and documenting findings daily. Identify hazards & track to closure… Non-compliance to EHS rules may result in disciplinary action GCM- required closure rate is 90% closed in 24 hours, 100% closed in 5 days Disciplinary action First warning – verbal Second warning – written Third warning – termination A Partner worker, for just cause, may be dismissed and permanently refused admission to the project regardless of whether previous violation notices have been issued
Summary Follow all program and site rules Report incidents Avoid the creation of additional hazards Sign in and out daily Work safely