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C EHSMSDBOOK
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Message from Director General
Dear All,
pleasure and proud to present the First Edition of ADEC
This handbook was produced to represent the essence of ADEC
ADEC staff, visitors and contractors will find out tips and
EHS is everybody’s business and a line management b
We hope this handbook will make a tangible contribution to
Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili
It is our EHSMS Handbook which aims to provide a quick guidance on ADEC EHSMS requirements and how to carryout ADEC operations and activities within our facilities considering all Environment, Health and Safety programs and procedures.
EHSMS and describes the tools, procedures and best practices that will make EHS an integral part of ADEC activities and operations.
methods for handling different types of EHS hazards and emergencies in their workplace and effective measures for prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery in case of its occurrences on a safe, efficient and environmentally sound manner.
responsi ility. Sharing these principles and meeting our standards is the best way to strengthen and promote EHS culture in ADEC.
increase the awareness of EHS among ADEC staff, visitors and contractors and thus achieve a remarkable EHS performance within our organization.
Impor Hazard:
tant Definitions
Any substance, physical effect, or condition with potential to harm people, property or the environment. Risk: Risk is defined as the potential of identified
Environmental
hazard (s) to cause harm. Risk Ranking is the product of the measure of the likelihood of occurrence of an undesired event and the potential adverse consequences which this event may have upon the Health and Safety of People (injury or harm to physical or psychological).
(Risk = Consequences x Probability)
Aspect: Element of the organization’s activities, products or services that can interact with the environment. A significant environmental aspect is an environmental aspect that has or can have significant environmental impact. Incident: An event or chain of events which has caused or could have caused fatality, injury, illness and/or damage (loss) to assets, the environment, entity reputation or third parties. Emergency: Refers to occurrence of unforeseen
ear Miss:
events that needs an immediate response such as fire, spillage, serious personal injury and/ or fatality.
N An event or chain of events that could have esulted in fatality, injury, illness and / or damage (loss) rto assets, the environment, ADEC reputation or third parties. The situation was avoided or reduced by the circumstances at the time or under slightly different circumstances would have been more serious. Restricted Work Day Cases: Any work‐related injury other than a fatality or lost workday case which result in a person’s being unfit for full performance of his regular job, on any day after the day this occupational injury. Work performed might be: • An assignment to a temporary job. • Part‐time work at the regular job. • Continuation full‐time work. Lost Work Day Cases: Any permanent partial disability whi
work injury other than ch renders the injured
person temporarily unable to perform any regular job or restricted work on any day after the day on which the injury was received. In this case “any day” includes rest day, weekend day, scheduled day, public holiday or subsequent day after ceasing employment. Medical Treatment Cases: Any work‐related injury that involves neither Lost Workdays nor Restricted Workday Case but which requires treatment by, or under the specific order of a physician or could be considered as being in the province of a physician. (Note: Medical Treatment Case does not ude First inclAid Treatment)
ADEC EHSMS STRUCT
TURE
ADEC Environment, Health & Safety General Policy
The Abu Dhabi Education Council’s Environment, Health and Safety Policy, Strategic Plans and Goals aims to comply with and contribute to the following:
• Protect human health and safety, and preserve the workplace and surrounding environment to sustain its operation within the education sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
• Abu Dhabi Government’s Initiative towards the establishment and implementation of Abu Dhabi Environment, Health, and Safety Management System (AD EHSMS); and
• International Environment, Health and Safety Regulations, Standards, and Best Practices.
DEC is the regulator for education in Abu Dhabi and herefore is committed to the following: Endorse, evelop, implement, monitor and maintain a modern nd integrated Environment Health and Safety anagement system in all its activities, operations and
fac
It is ADEC’s general policy to ensure the protection of its environment, resources, and operations within the education sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. This Policy covers and includes staff, visitors, stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, facilities and assets. ADEC’s commitment to accomplish and maintain a successful Environment, Health and Safety Management System is achieved through the following actions: • Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain a
modern integrated Environment, Health & Safety Management System.
• Manage all identified aspects, hazards and threats in normal and emergency operations.
• Comply with applicable local, federal, regional and international regulations, standards and best practices.
• Prevent environmental pollution, personal injuries and illness of its resources.
• Achieve a sustainable development through the conservation of natural resources.
• Promote the environment, health and safety culture, level of awareness and communication.
• Promote proactive line management involvement and responsibility towards EHS.
AtdaM
ilities.
• Establish framework for setting and reviewing of ADEC EHSMS Objectives and Targets to ensure continual improvement.
• Promote,
a
enforce and monitor contractors’ EHS
( finperformance.
• Provide all resources human nd ancial) required for the implementation the system/ programs.
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Provide continuous education, training and capacity building programs for ADEC staff/ stakeholders. Inspect, audit, and mo
•
• nitor system implementation and performance within the organization. Maintain all ADEC activities, ope• rations, and facilities free of any EHS aspects, hazards and threats at all t me. Maintain a
i• frequent reporting mechanism to report
any violation for immediate correction, corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain continuous system review, modification and improvement program to ensure the continuity of ADEC EHSMS. Conduct periodic drills and exercises. •
Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili
Director General Abu Dhabi Education Council ADEC ( )
ADEC EHS ‐ Mission
“Develop, Implement, Enforce and Improve a Modern In egrated Environment, Health, and Safety
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M nageme t System in all ADEC premises, activities, and operations within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi”
A EC EHS – Vision
DEC
“A activities and operations shall take place, be conducted and concluded within a clean, sustainable,
althy and safe workplace environment” he
A EC EHS Vision aims to:D Preserve the environment, and conserve non‐renewable natural
a. resources.
b. Protect the health and safety of its resources, guests, visitors, contractors, and subcontractors while in any of ADEC
c. Sustain and improve cost
. Management Responsibility towards Environment, Health and Safety. EHS is the responsibility of ALL ADEC staff.
cultural change and awareness towards Environment, Health and Safety and its
facilities or areas of jurisdiction. its oper sses ations, minimize lo
savings. Encourage and promote Line d
e. Contribute to the
benefits in our life with ADEC staff (Internal Stakeholders) and the community, guest, visitors, contractors, subcontractors, etc. (External Stakeholders).
f. Set required EnviPolicies, Procedures,
ronment, Health, and Safety Programs, etc. to manage all
significant environmental aspects, health and safety hazards associated with ADEC operations (indoor/ outdoor) in normal and emergency situations.
g. Promote transparent
communications and reporting mechanism to report any observation, violation, EHS near miss and/ incident to orinvestigate and recommend correction, corrective and preventive actions. Ensure annual system review and modification to ensure its application and tinual
h. con
improvement.
raADEC EHS St tegic Objectives a. Protect the human health and safety, preserves
workplace and surrounding environment to sustain its operation within the education sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Contribute to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi Government Initiative to be one of the best Governments in the world. Comply with Abu Dhabi Environment, Health &
b.
d.
c. Safety Management System (AD EHSMS) and its relevant Framework, Requirements and Decrees. Comply with Local, Federal and International Laws, Regulations, Standards and Best Practices relevant to Environment, Health and Safety where applicable.
Environment, Health and Safety Aspects & Risks Assessment
vironment, Health and Safety Aspects and Risks t
En t
Assessment is a ystema ic and logical approach thadefines the process to identify all the Environmentaspects, health and safety hazards associated with ADEC
al
activities and operations within its facilities and to setrequired control measures, programs and procedures tominimize it to an acceptable level and As Low As
asonably Practicable (ALARP).
process involves the id
Re
This entification of: • ADEC Operations, Activities and Processes. • Potential and Significant Environmental Aspects/
eH alth & Safety Hazards relevant to identified Operations, Activities and Processes.
sessment Techniques includes the following actio
As ns: 1. Preparation of Assessment Checklists.
Review of EHS Incident Records and Statistics. Inspection of the place.Observation
2. 3. work . of operations, activities and Processes.
Safety Haz d significant aspects and risks it pose.
45. Consultation with employees. 6. Evaluation of Environmental Aspects/ Health and
ards for the potential an
7. Identify and Highlight Significant Environmental Aspects and Medium/ High Health & Safety Risks for
required aspects and hazards controls including prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery measures.
The next 3tables briefly present the significant EHS Risks of ADEC operations.
Table 1 ADEC Significant Environmental Aspects
& Impacts
SN Aspects Impacts
Depletion of 1 Energy Consumption. Resources.
2 Water Consumption. Depletion of Resources.
Depletion of 3 Fuel Consumption. Resources.
4
Generation of paper wastes, plastic wastes, IT wastes (Cartridges/ Toners), etc.
Land / Soil Contamination.
Generation of Toxic Emissions (CO, CO2, NOX, 5 Air Pollution. SOX, VOC,etc.) during vehicle operations
6
Generation of Harmful Noise Levels (>85 decibels). Noise Pollution.
Table 2 ADEC Major Health Hazards & Risks
SN Hazards Risks
1
Emission of VOC from photo ints, copiers, pafurniture’s, carpets, solvents
Irritation, Allergy, Head Ache, Fatigue.
2 to radiation
from photo copier
tal Exposure
machines.
Loss of menattention,Memory Retentiveness, Fatigue.
3 Over Time / Lone Working. Mental Stress.
4
to Heat & Dust during vehicle
n
Heat Exhaust/
,
Exposure
operations and at outdoor constructiosites.
Stress/ Cramps,sun strokes, Irritation, AllergyHead Ache, Fatigue, breathing illness.
5
Exposure to CO, CO2, SO2, NOX emissions from vehicles.
Irritation, Allergy, Head Ache, Fatigue, breathing illness.
6 earing loss. Noise Exposure. Noise induced h
7 Radiation Hazard from Microwaves in kitchens.
Hot Burns and Cataract.
8
Hygienic Exposures (Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi, etc.) relevant to
Washrooms, and Housekeeping Activities.
He Kitchens, Catering, alth and
Hygienic Illness.
9
Exposure to Cleaning Chemicals in Washrooms and Kitchens.
Irritation and Allergy.
10
Expose to Blood born & Pathogens like HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C relevant to Housekeeping and Waste Management Activities.
It may leads to blood borne diseases like AIDS and Hepatitis.
Table 3 AD azards & Risks
EC Major Safety H
SN Hazards Risks
1 Working with electrical Equipments.
Electrocution and Fire.
2 ping. and FallsPoor HousekeeFire. Slips, Trips, .Personal Injuries.
3 Material Handling and Lifting. Personal Injuries.
4
rds like
,
due
to eye strain
Ergonomic HazaSitting, body Posture, Position of ComputerScreen and Keyboardetc.
Muscular Skeletal Disorder, Back Pain,Vision problem
5
Use of Office equipments which includes sharp edge equipments/tools, photocopier/fax machines.
Injury, Burn, and Electrocution.
6 Walking & Working Surfaces
Slips, Trips, and Falls.Personal Injuries.
Reference: EHS Aspects/ Hazards Identification & Risk Assessment (ADEC/EHSMS/03/3.2/EHSHIA)
Waste Management What is Waste?
becomes An object waste when is the intent to dis ard it Wastes are classified into three
there c .
Categories: 1. Rec Wastes:yclable Examples
Can ss Bottles Wastes.
2. Non
include Aluminums, Papers, Plastic and Gla
‐Recyclable Wastes: radable, Food and Org
ardo
ExDeg anic
3. Haz us & Dangerous Wastes:
amples include Bio‐ Wastes.
Examples include Fla table, Toxic, Mutagenic, Reactive, Cor Wastes, etc.
fol onside naging
mmable, Ignirosive, Radioactive
lowing shall be cThe red while maWastes cilities:in any of ADEC Fa 1. All wastes shall be segregated and stored in
designated waste containers at the appropriate waste storage area at each floor.
2. Waste Containers must be clearly marked. 3. Food wastes and other associated garbage’s should
be kept separate from other types of wastes.
4. As manathrou
The folloreduce wa
Red
far
1. uthrou
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as reasonably pracagement and minimization wugh the following hierarchy a
owing tips can be applied taste production:
uce the Paper Consumption iugh the following actions : pply Soft Correspondences & Reduce.
cticable, waste will be practiced approach:
to minimize and
in ADEC Facilities
& Documentation
2.
3.
Prcoan Phmafacorfore
Minimize Copying, Prinof paper = Reduce.
Use Eco friendly papersbottles/ bags, etc. = Re
Reduce the Electronic wasthrough the option for Buto recycling of the wastes. Waste Transfer to reputedmanagement organization
Reference: Waste (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHS
Indoor Air Quality
roviding good indoor air quomfort, well‐being, and perfond visitors.
hysical, chemical and biologicay adversely affect the indoocilities if they exist in the absr actions needed to be taken
ting and use of both sides
s & bio‐degradable plastic cycle.
stes in ADEC Facilities y Back System, which lead .
d and approved waste ns.
Management SPRG/5.1.2/WASTMG)
y Management
ality is important for the ormance for all ADEC staff
al hazards and substances or air quality within ADEC sence of control measures
r prevention, mitigation, precovery of its risk and impacts
effectively and efficiently eparedness, response and s.
Causes of Indoor Air Quality Problems:
Poor Ventilat • • •
rs,
v ir
ion. Temperature. Humidity.
• tIndoor Air Pollutants (Particulates MatCarbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Organic Compounds (VOC), etc.).
eVolatile
Ad erse Health Effects Caused by Poor Indoor AQuality:
• Headaches. • Eye, Nose, and Throat Irritations.
Respiratory Illnesses (Acute &• Chronic). • Increa• • Noise Induced Hearing Loss (Acute & Chronic).
To e r air suppl and
r Conditioning (HVAC) System to p and
arbon Emissions from the electrical equipments like ng the bulbs to
awareness on energy ns
Volatilertin
VOCadeq d/ remote photocopying
re regular
sed Allergies. Asthmas.
nsure and maintain fresh and clean indooies within ADEC facilities, ADEC management
responsible facility management teams in coordination with EHS Sections will ensure the maintenance and proper operations of Heating, Ventilation and Aieliminate roblems pollutants. EHS Section will periodically monitor, report and record Indoor Air Quality.
Paints, Solvents and Chemicals shall be stored in designated area with adequate and separate ventilation and exhaust systems. Clight bulbs shall be reduced by replaciCompact Fluorescent ones and the co ervation through Posters, and Environmental alerts.
Compounds (VOC), Ozone and tters Emissions from photocopiers and
pr ters shall be reduced by checking options of Low emissions photocopiers and printers, provide uate ventilation in isolate
Organic
Pa iculate Ma
rooms, ensu its Maintenance. Smoking
and
is totally prohibited in ALL ADEC facilities and premises.
Reference: Indoor Air Quality Management (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.3/IAQMGM)
Hazardous Materials Management EHS Section in coordination with concerned Divisions
ts (MSDS) for all chemicals nd hazardous substances currently in use or to be
used in ADEC Facilities.
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o
EHS Section shall maintain a register of all chemicals
substances including cleaning chemicals, paints, solvents, etc.)
safe management of these materials and covering safe handling, transportation, storage and dispo
DO the following while dealing with Chemicals and
and Sections in ADEC will ensure they possess all Materials Safety Data Sheea
MSDS’s shal be made available to ADEC Staffs and Contractors. Containers of all chemicals and hazardous substances in use shall be categorized and labeled as per Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Classification and Labeling f Chemicals.
and hazardous substances currently in use with their inventories. Hazard Communication, Training and Consultation Programs with All Staff and contractors who are handling chemicals and hazardous (shall be provided and conducted by EHS Section to ensure the
sal operations.
Hazardous Substances: • Purchase of environmental friendly, non‐hazardous
and non‐toxic products. • Store different types of hazardous materials
separately from each other and based on compatibility where possible.
• Follow recommended uses and precautions on labels.
• Avoid contact with skin and eyes. • Wear personal protective equipment including
gloves, safety glasses and clothing when using hazardous materials.
• Use safety carriers, chemical trays, or secondary containers when transporting hazardous materials.
• Spills shall be secured with warning signs, cleaned immediately and should not be left unattended.
• Spill control kits shall be available to deal and manage any occurring spills involving chemicals and hazardous substances.
• First aid kits should be readily available.
DON’T DO the followi g whi e dealing with Chemicals n land Hazardous Substances:
• Keep or store hazardous material directly under
the sunlight or close to a source of ignition. • Purchase large quantities of chemicals and
hazardous materials and store it. Store Water‐Reactive chemicals where they can
come into contact with water. •
Reference: Hazardous Materials Management (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.4/HAZMAT)
Main Information on MSDS
Produc Name (Trade me & Chemical Name) t Na Major Uses & Application. Chemical Composition & Ingredients. Physical Properties. Chemical Properties. Precautions for Use. Safe Handling and Storage Information. Personal Protective Equipment. eFirst Aid/Em gencyr . Fire Protection & Instruction. Spill Protection & Instruction. Emergency Contacts for Producers.
Occupational Hygiene Exposure & Monitoring
Cate :gories of Harmful Occupational Exposures
Chemical Exposures: 1.
Cleaning Chemicals. Dusts. Gases.
a.b.c. 2. Physical Exposures: a. Heat Stress. b. Radiation. 3. ological Exposures:Bi
iruses, bacteria, fungi. a. b. IV, Hepatitis A, B, and C.
VH
otPr ection and Prevention from Harmful Occupational Hygiene Exposure includes: 1. Elimination. 2. 3. 4. Administrative Controls and ork Practices. 5. Protective Equipment.
Substitution. Engineering Controls.
W Personal
M a e:e ns of Entering the Human Body includ
1. Inhalation: breathing
in the substance with normal ain route of contaminants into
contaminants enter the lungs, they ss to the bloodstream and many other
rough Skin:
air intake. This is the m When the body.
have acceorgans. 2. Absorption th the the substance comes
ith the skin d enters either through the pores or a wound. into contact w
3.
an
mouth and swallowed into ve system. This is not a e body.
n
Ingestion: through the
the stomach and the digestisignifican route of entry to tht
4. I jection: through needlesthis form
or sharp edges are of entering the humanagement:
rare but e body. s
giv examples for Tip for Food Hygiene Man • ood handlers should have food handling cerF tificate
a ination to ensure that are free from infectious and communicable diseases.
All staffs employed in provision of catering services at ADEC facilities shall be provided with uniforms and
tructed to .
the
ice good hygiene which includes but not limited to:
ndling areas. No eating or drinking while handling food. Cover wounds with water proof dressings. No wearing of jewelry or watches.
nd shall undergo medical examthey
•
personal protective equipment and inswear it at all times while they perform services
• PPE shall include but not be limited to Safety boots/ shoes, Hairnets, Mesh and Hygienic Gloves, etc. • Sufficient hand wash basins and welfare
facilities including toilets adjacent to catering facilities shall be provided.
• Persons working in food handling area shall also pract
Have clean hands at all times and when they are handling food.
No smoking in food ha
• Caba
• Im
tering facilities shall be clesis using the appropriate disi
mplement the 5 “S” Concept in
eaned on a daily nfectants. n ADEC facilities.
Tip
Do •
•
•
ps for S afe Outdoor Occupattional Exposures:
o’s:
Keep sufficient fluids avamaintain proper hydration d
ailable and accessible to
heat conditions. Stay in shaded and air‐c
during periods of extreme
oduring high and extreme te
onditioned (cooler) areas
to rest during breaks in ordeemperature environments er to reduce body heat.
Drink one liter of water/fluidd per hour.
Take the following measures during sandstorm: • Listen for storm warnings and stay away from areas
where an unpredictable sandstorm can occur. • Wear goggles. Cover the nose and mouth with a
respirator or mask that is able to filter out sand particles or use a moistened handkerchief.
• Outrun the storm. If you are driving and the storm is at a reasonable distance it may be possible to outrun it. If it seems the storm is near, stop and ride it out.
• If the person is not driving the vehicle, then seek shelter. Find cover if at all possible. If no shelter is available, lie down and wait the storm out.
• Keep eyes, nose and mouth covered at all times.
Don’ts: • Avoid exposure to direct sun heat at mid‐day or
noon times. If possible, reschedule and re‐arrange work during the cooler hours or provide a shaded area over the workplace when working outside.
Reference: Occupational Hygiene Exposure &
Monitoring (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.5/OCPHYG)
Walking & Working Surfaces he following practices to prevent and eliminate walking
and working surfaces related hazards shall be applied in DEC facilities and include:
face shall be maintained from protruding nails, or loose boards at all
ng signs about relevant while cleaning the floors
g equipment is used, fe clearances. alkways.
• sles and passageways shall be kept clear and in good condition clear of any obstruction that could create a hazard in normal and during emergency
ons. Permanent aisles and passageways shall be appropriately and clearly marked. Regardless of height, open‐sided floors, walkways, platforms, or runways above or adjacent to dangerous equipment and similar hazards shall be guarded with a standard railing and toe board.
T
A • All walking and working sur
clean, dry and kept free splinters, openings, holes, times.
• Post precautions and warnihazards (Slips, Trips, etc.) and any other surfaces.
• Where mechanical handlinalways keep sufficient and sa
• Covering cables that cross wAi
situati•
•
• Every flight of stairs having four or more risers shall be equipped with standard stair railings or standard handrails. All portable• ladders used shall have a uniform step spacing which shall be not more than 30 cm. Steps shall be parallel and level when the ladder is in position for use.
• Do not use a damaged ladder, all ladders out of e shall be properly marked and kept away.
servic
• Remember the following to reduce the risks of slipping and tripping hazards: a. Watch your steps and keep attention to where
you step in and where you are going. b. Walk with the feet pointed slightly outward. c. Ensure enough light and clear vision on y
In dark areas, use a flashlight.
our way.
d.e. Ensure clear vision ahead when you are carrying
or pushing loads.
Reference: Walking & Working Surfaces (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.6/WLKSRF)
Ergonomics
gonomics is the science of adapting the job and/or the equipment and the to each other for optimal safety and
Er
human productivity.
gonomic Hazards due to handling of files can be Er
re he following:duced by implementing t • Stack Height to be maintained for all File Cabinets to
avoid the Overreaching. Ensure that file cabinet drawers cannot • pulled clear of the cabinet.
easily be
• Open only one drawer at a time to keep the cabinet from toppling and close drawers when they are not in use. Do not pla• ce heavy objects on top of cabinets. be aware that anything on top of a cabinet m y fall off if a drawer is opened suddenly.
a
Ergonomics Hazards due to the sitting chair can be duced by implementing the following:re An ergonomic chair should be highly adjustable, including not just a knob for lowering and raisi
• ng the
chair but adjustability in the back tilt and the height of the arm rests. Ensure that the backrest of ergonomics chairs corresponds
• to the natural curvature of the spine
providing enough support to the lumbar region.
• the computer monitors or cEnsurecomfoon the
• Ensuresoft alstay cl
Ergonomby implem• Lightin
should
e that the seats of ergonortable enough to allow the e floor or footrest. e that the armrests of ergonlowing the shoulders to relaose to the body.
ics Hazards in the work placementing the following: ng: lighting around computed illuminate the work area w
omic chairs are feet to rest flat
nomic chairs are ax and elbows to
e can be reduced
er work stations without obscuring
•
•
glare screen over the compuComputer Monitors: scree
causing glare. Provide anti‐
and well‐defined. Place the 70 cm) away from the fmonitor should be approxbelow the line of vision. Keyboards: position of comaintain the angle betweearm between 80 and 120 dein an area that is accessiblstretching.
uter. ens images shall be clear monitor 20‐28 inches (50‐face. The center of the ximately 15 to 25 degrees
omputer keyboards shall en the forearm and upper egrees. Place the keyboard e, comfortable and avoid
Electricity Hazards Electricity is silent, invisible, and potentially fatal, so it deserves the utmost respect. Never take electricity for granted, and never assume a circuit is dead. Always ensure the following:
• Wrist Support: use wrist supports made of padded material. This support should allow typing without bending the wrists.
• Document Holders: keep documents at approximately the same height and distance from the face as the monitor screen.
• Telephones: neck tension is a common problem caused by holding the telephone between the head and neck. Ensure the use of headset or speakerphone if telephone is used for extended periods of time.
• The use of suitable and authorized electrical supplies
and equipment which should be installed and maintained by trained electricians.
• The installation of suitable electrical protection such as circuit breakers, fuses, and residual current devices which must be always used along with the correct load ratings.
• Electrical cables should be covered and/or suspended away from walkways, aisles and corridors where practicable to avoid damage and damp and also reduce the potential of tripping hazards.
• Carry out periodical visual checks of plugs, sockets and cables, if any damages identified, then remove it from service and report it immediately.
• Any cable joints must utilize proper appropriate connector blocks and not just insulating tapes.
Reference: Ergonomics (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.7/ERGONO)
• Never • Ensure• The in
visible• The ou
equipm• Blown
if a repindicatan elec
• For elesupply
• Never socket
use lighting sockets to powee cables are long enough for tnner insulation of cables s. uter insulation should extenment and fully utilize cable gr fuses should be replaced implaced fuse immediately blowtive of a problem requiring ctrician). ectrical maintenance works ey is disconnected. overload electrical sockets, t.
er equipment. the task. should never be
d into plugs and rips. mmediately (note: ws again then it is the attention of
ensure the mains
use one plug per
• Remember:
Live ElectriciiPerson, Ensure It Isn’t Colleagues.
Reference: Electr(ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHS
ty Can Equal A Dead You Or Any Of Your
icity Hazards SPRG/5.1.8/ELECHZ)
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damNo S
Defensive Driving
a
e Driving Program aims to and damages resulting fro.
We Need to Drive Safe?
ect Ourselves and our Familieect Others. ve in time. uffering from Death, Fatal Inages.
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minimize death, om road traffic
es.
njuries and other
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Reduce Stress and TensionAvoid Legal and iF nConsequences.
onsider the following while d
If your are the driver, Dodriving at all times formaking calls, pagers,
n while over speeding. nancial Liabilities and
driving:
o Not Use Phones while r any reasons including
messages, Always use a
send or read text headset or wireless
speakers. Stay at or below the
speed for the road yoe maximum allowable
indicated by road signs,ou are driving on as
your car is equipped with , you can use speed set if
If you are the passengethe driver is using a
this option.
pr you should intervene if
vehicle and in case he phone while driving the
allowable speed. Wearing Seat Belts:
Wearing seat belts inclutaxis, buses, trucks, cranes,
exceeds the maximum
des safety belts in cars,
be adhered to by any pe, or forklift trucks and shall
when engaged on ADEC acerson in moving vehicles ctivities.
Exceptions include vehiclesare available or in public tr
s where only lap seatbelts ransportation where seat
belts are not available.
rivers and Passengers Shall: Check seat belts are in goood conditions and work
P Perswhic w dwor h protects rdisks potentially threat their
properly. Keep seat belts properly fastened while in moving vehicles.
• Check that wearing seat belts properly before starting the drive.
• Intervene when fellow passengers are not wearing seatbelts properly.
•
everyone in vehicles is
Reference: Defensive Driving (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.9/DEFDRV)
ersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)
onal Protective Equipment (PPE) is all equipment h is intended to be orn or hel by a person at kplace and whic them against haza s or which may r
health or safety.
hazard hierarchy control,
Remember PPE is the last option in theif and remember the following:
Know how and where to use PPE if issued to you. Maintain, clean and store your PPE to avoid any damage. Carefully insp
• •
• • •
ect PPE before use Immediately replace damaged and expired items. Report any problems with use of PPE.
PPE Purpose When to be used?
Safety Boot Foot Pro
Foot Injury Risks & tection Falling Objects.
Safety Helmet
Head Protection
Head Injury Risks & Falling Objects.
Coveralls Protection
handling andTransportati .
Body Body Injury, Chemicals
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Body Protection
Handling of chemicals.
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Hand Protection
Always when handling rough edges, materials and chemicals.
Safety Glasses
Eye Protection
Always when having a fugitive dust, flying sparks, or chemical splash.
Safety Goggles
Eye Protection
Always where fugitive dust or chemical splashing is expected during work activities, or Chemicals.
Face Shields Eye Obligatory for
Protection laboratories personnel or facing hot temperatures.
Ear Plugs & Muffs
Hearing Protection
Obligatory where noise levels exceeds 90db/ 8hrs shift or direct instantaneous exposure of 135db.
Dust and Gas
Respiratory Protection
Always where fugitive dust & ga
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emissions are expected.
Fire P on &
What is Fire? Fire is a rapid chemical reaction. Fire starts because
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four elements are present at a time: 1. Fuel (paper, wood, gasoline), 2. Oxygen (air), 3. Heat (spark from welding, static electricity,
friction, hot surfaces, electrical equipment, direct flame),
4. Chemical Chain Reaction (involving the fuel and oxygen).
Remove one of these factors or stop the Chemical Chain Reaction and the fire will go out. All the four components must be present to make a fire and keep it on. Sources of ignition and Precautions: Ignition
Precautions Source
Naked Flame
Care in using instruments with naked flame and exclude any flammable substances nearby.
Apply electrical protective measures such Electrical as isolation, bonding, grounding, fuses. sparks Apply spark proof equipment in classified
flammable and combustible areas.
Heat build‐up
Apply appropriate ventilation systems.
Apply hot work permits and warning Hot work
signs.
Cigarettes Apply No Smoking Policy.
Consider asures to the application of the following mereduce fire risks at workplace:
Good housekeeping measures. Efficient and effective waste management and
disposal. Safe management and storage of flammable and
combustible substances. No Smoking Policy. Hot work permits system. Proper design and regular maintenance of
machines to avoid hot surfaces. Controls on Contractors Safe electric systems and prevent overloading/
overheating of electric circuits. The segregation of areas with oxygen‐enriched
atmospheres. Do not cover or block ventilation systems in
storage areas.
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Fir Classification:
important It is to identify the type of fire to be fought, so that proper firefighting equipment can be selected and used. The NFPA classifies four categories of fires: Class of Fire
Type of Fuel Extinguishing
Agent
A wood, glass, clothes, Combustible Solids (as
papers, etc.).
‐ Water. ‐ Dry Chemical Powder (DCP).
B
Combustibles and Flammable Liquids (as petroleum, paints, solvents, etc.).
‐ Foam. ‐ Dry Chemical Powder (DCP).
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‐ Carbon
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Dioxide (CO2). ‐ Dry ChemicalPowder (DCP).
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ping routes and drives opences teams when they arrive. uate to Assembly Areas/ Poiding, facility, and workpluation Plan.
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2. Emergency Response PEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.
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send first aid responders Medical Rescue Team on
First Aid Treatment First aid is an emergency care provided for injury or sudden illness before medical rescue team arrives to scene. Personal Injuries/ Wounds • Control bleeding. • Apply direct pressure on wound. • Elevate injured area above the heart if possible. • Apply pressure to supplying blood vessel if direct
pressure is not successful. • Secure dry, sterile dressings with bandages. • Wash your hands first and then act to clean
minor injuries thoroughly with plain soap and water if a v a i l a b l e .
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OU ARE TRAINED QUALIFIED TO SO. Tip victim’s head
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• back, chin pointing up. • Look, listen and feel for breathing. • If no breathing pulse give artificial
respir• • Make a with your
mouth. • Inflate victim’s lungs with (2) full slow breaths. • Watch victim’s chest fall while listening for air return
between breaths. • Check for a pulse at the side of the neck for (5)
seconds. • Breathe for adults once every (5) seconds; for
children is once every (4) seconds, and for infants, once every (3) seconds.
• Recheck for spontaneous breathing every few minutes.
and there is a
ation. Close victim’s nostrils by pinching shut.
tight seal over victim’s mouth
• If there is no pulse and there is no breathing, begin Cardio‐Pulmonary Resuscitation till the arrival of Medical Rescue Team.
Heart Attack • Symptoms include chest pain, difficulty in
breathing, nausea, sweating, and weak rapid pulse. Act Immediately To: • Search for identification card or bracelet for
stance contact
Question eye has occurred. a paramedic, rdio‐Pulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR). c a ortable position.
hest if breathing is difficult. If breathing stops and there is pulse, apply artificial respiration ONLY IF YOU ARE TRAINED AND QUALIFIED TO DO SO.
If no pulse, give Cardio‐Pulmonary Resuscitation l cardiac compression on the
victim’s breast bone ONLY IF YOU ARE TRAINED UALIFIED TO DO SO. head to open airway, look, listen and feel
breathing.
Fainting
additional steps/ medical assinumbers.
witnesses about what•• Get medical aid quickly from
physician or person trained on Ca
• Place the vi tim in still and comf• Do not move the victim. • Raise the head and c•
•and apply externa
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• Symptoms include victim feeling lightheaded,
nauseated, flushed, feels warm and then may lose consciousness for several seconds. Fainting may result due to normal physiologic response to stress.
Act Immediately To: • Make sure that the victim is breathing and has
pulse. • Keep victim lying down with feet elevated until
recovery is complete. • Bathe face down gently with cool water. • Do not pour water over victim. • Loosen tight clothing. • Keep crowds away.
Incident Reporting Immediately Report All EHS incident which may includes first aid cases, Lost Work Day Cases, Restricted Work Day Cases, Medical Treatment Cases, Near Misses, Property Damage, Fire, Spillages and All other types of emergencies to ADEC EHS section.
Reference: EHS Incident Investigation & Reporting (ADEC/EHSMS/05/5.1/EHSPRG/5.1.16/INCINV)
Important Emergency Contacts Internal Contacts: Environment, Health and Safety Section (EHS)
Walid Abdel Kader 02 615 0182
0 122 9985
05walid.abdelkader@adec.ac.ae Ibrahim Ahmad 6150322 02
050 596 7147 Ibrahim.ahmad@adec.ac.ae Sara Al Fahim 02 615 0323
a.alfahim@adec.ac.aesar
S Section EH Email: ehs@adec.ac.ae
ternal Emergency Contacts:Ex
Abu Dhabi Police Central Operations for ALL Emergencies 999
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