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This document outlines safe work procedures for backfilling from Teck Construction LLP. It identifies potential hazards of falls, pinch points, striking objects or persons, falling debris, and electrical shock. The procedures require a hazard assessment and designate spotters wearing high visibility vests to guide dump trucks and signal when it is safe for workers and equipment to approach an unloading area. All personnel must be notified of dangers and protective equipment like hard hats and boots must be worn.

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SWP Backfill

This document outlines safe work procedures for backfilling from Teck Construction LLP. It identifies potential hazards of falls, pinch points, striking objects or persons, falling debris, and electrical shock. The procedures require a hazard assessment and designate spotters wearing high visibility vests to guide dump trucks and signal when it is safe for workers and equipment to approach an unloading area. All personnel must be notified of dangers and protective equipment like hard hats and boots must be worn.

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TECK CONSTRUCTION LLP

SAFE WORK PROCEDURES


Created: April 2012 Teck Construction LLP Page 1
BACKFILL PROCEDURES
Potential Hazards Personal Protective Equipment Required
1. falls from elevated heights Hard hat CSA Boots Fall protection
2. pinch points upon opening/closing Eyewear Hearing protection Skin protection
3. striking persons or objects (clothing)
4. falling debris
5. electrical shock
SAFE WORK PROCEDURE
PRELIMINARY ACTIVITIES
Where multiple trade activity is scheduled, the general contractor is to review in advance the priority of work
and schedule the appropriate time frame to allow each trade to complete their scope of work.
Prior to any work commencing supervisors must conduct a hazard assessment of all applicable work areas.
Any hazards that are found during the hazard assessment must be addressed prior to any work commencing.
PROCEDURES FOR WORKING SAFELY
1. A designated spotter above will guide the dump truck to the back fill area. The spotter must wear a high
visibility jacket.
2. The spotter will communicate to the dump truck operator to standby while he signals to the designated
lower level spotter.
3. All workers at the backfilling location must wear high visibility vests.
4. Before starting, all personnel involved will be made aware of the dangers in this area and then notify all
those on site.
5. The lower level spotter will communicate to equipment operators and workers to back away.
6. When backed away far enough, the lower level spotter will signal to above spotter an all clear sign.
7. The above spotter then signals the truck driver to proceed with the dump.
8. Equipment and workers shall not approach until the load is completely dumped.
9. Adherence to the OHS Regulation with regards to inspections, logbooks, proper apparel and procedure
are necessary during backfilling.

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