RA Underground Fire Pipe Installation Work R02
RA Underground Fire Pipe Installation Work R02
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
RISK Responsibility
RISK
EVALUAT RESIDUAL RISK
CONSEQUENCES/ LEVEL ACCEPT
ACTIVITY HAZARD -ION IMPLEMENTED CONTROL MEASURES
IMPACT Y/No
L S H/M/L L S H/M/L
Pre – work Non compliance Personal Injury 4 5 20 Lifting Equipment/boom loader and JCB 2 3 6 Y Site
/Preparation to works shall be inspected and certified. manager/
Mobilization Obtain relevant permission and NOC from Site
DDA/ Consultant Engineer/
Foreman
Activity shall be carried out the personnel
supervision of receiving activity.
Barricade the area with sign board,
Inspect all hand tools to be used for the
task, do not use homemade hand tools,
use appropriate hand protection
provide warning signage
Use all required PPEs.
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
operatives Lifting zone to be barricaded and adequate
(Operator, Rigger, warning signages to be placed
Supervisor)
Dragging of loads is not permitted.
Ensure clear passage for the lifted loads
for movements.
Use necessary PPEs.
Always maintain the Safe Working Load
Trained/ certified lifting Operator.
No Manual Handling will be allowed for
heavy load.
Ensure visual inspection of all lifting
equipment and vehicles before starting
work.
Unstable stacking Personal 4 5 20 Proper material management, Select an 2 3 6 Y Site
injury to adequate area for material stacking manager/
workers and Area of work shall be barricade with Caution / Site
others in the Warning Signage Engineer/
vicinity Foreman
Lifting failure Personal 3 5 15 The lifting equipment operators and all heavy 2 4 8 Y Site
/Failure of injury to machineries shall be in possession of valid manager/
equipment operators UAE license for the type
equipment. operatives Site
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
and others in of crane lifting equipment being used and third Engineer/
the vicinity. party competency ID/certificate during lifting Foreman
operation.
Ensure functioning of safe work load of crane.
Dragging of loads is not permitted.
Ensure clear passage for the lifted loads for
movements
Ensure valid third party certifications are in
place and operators.
Ensure all lifting accessories or equipment are
inspected before starting the work and Ensure
routine maintenance to keep their working
condition is good.
Secure load during lifting.
Keep the equipment/vehicle away from the
cavity /trench edge
Sufficient, Instruction, Information and
awareness to workrs.
Proper communication shall be maintained
between operators during lifting work.
Banks man shall be available during lifting work
to control the lifting activity
Slip, trip and fall Personal 4 5 20 Maintain good housekeeping nearby Lifting 2 3 6 Y Site
injury activity area. manager#/
Proper stacking and storing of pipes and Site
designated storage area Engineer/F
oreman
Follow instruction from coworkers and foremen
Watch out Step while walking, do not jump from
vehicle Use proper access and egress while
climbing on vehicle.
Entrapment Sevier 4 5 20 Personnel shall be suitably instructed for pipe 1 3 3 Y Site
personal laying techniques and chain pulley operation manager/
injury activity Site
Crane to be placed on stable ground with Engineer/
outriggers on load spread pads deployed, Foreman
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
supervisor to inspect before use.
Good communication between the rigger and
the crane driver should properly implement.
Ensure load is balance, stable and secured
during lifting.
Provide suitable ladder, ramp or stair as access
and egress to the trench
Survey of route prior to work commencing to
ensure route is clear of obstacles.
Chain pulley shall be of sufficient capacity and
placed on an even and hard surface.
WARNING SIGNS shall be positioned adjacent
to the pipe laying area.
Area for loading and unloading shall be
barricaded properly.
Personals shall not walk on were pipe stored
for laying work.
Do not try to lift the over load beyond the
capacity of machine. Crane out riggers must be
placed on the out rigger pad and on the firm
even ground.
Place the out riggers in a safe distance from
excavation.
All employees working in unloading area should
be keeping away during the time of lifting
operations.
Do not stand under and near by the suspended
loads.
Load must be controlled by taglines by a safe
distance.
Supervisor to pre-assess the lifting radius for
any simultaneous lifting operation.
Work pre start safety talk to all participating
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
employees for the lifting activity.
Manual Handling Sevier injury 4 5 20 Appropriate manual handling techniques shall 2 3 6 Y Site
Back injury be followed manager/Si
Muscle strain Keep safe posture for the work. Use te
and muscle mechanical equipment instead of manual Engineer/F
pain. handling where ever possible oreman
Crush injury Assign sufficient personnel for manual handling
of pipes
Use required PPE during material handling.
materials shall be stored as close as possible to
the work area during pipe laying work
Use proper tools for each required activity
Proper hand protection and access caution
during the pipe laying/ joining/ connection work
Supervision shall be provided
Safety awareness and training
Fall of objects / Sevier injury 4 5 20 Ensure load is balance, stable and secured 1 3 3 Y
Tools. during lifting.
Donot keep materials /tools at top edge of the
trench .
Stored materials shall be barricaded and
provided with signs.
Do not walk on pipes which is stored on
installation area
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
Trip hazard Sevier 5 4 20 Do not store installation materials and wastage 2 4 8 Y Site
personal materials on walkways and Avoid storing manager/Si
materials vehicle access /entry areas
injury te
Information training and awareness to the Engineer/F
workers oreman
Safety awareness training
Contact injury Personal injury 5 4 20 Avoid placing hand in between chains and 3 2 6 Y Site
during unloading/storing /handling of pipes manager/Si
Suitably maintained lifting equipment /tools te
operatives controlled to ensure hands are clear Engineer/F
when it is operating. oreman
Inspection of pipe after cutting and ensure no
burr on pipe holding area.
Extra care to be taken while manually guiding
of pipe and while using chain pulley/
mechanical aids, use hand gloves while
handling pipes.
Hot work activity Personal Injury 5 5 25 Authorized personal to perform the hot work 4 2 8 Y Site
Cutting and Contact injury activity manager/
welding Avoid touching on hot surfaces without gloves Site
Burn injury
Engineer/F
Electric shock Properly maintained equipment to be used and
oreman
inspect before using.
Fire and
explosion Ensure permit to work issued before starting
hot works.
Provide fire extinguisher as required in hot work
activity area.
Ensure good housekeeping and remove all
combustible materials form hot work activity
area.
All combustible debris of wooden materials to
be removed on daily basis and to be disposed
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
in to the designated waste skips to prevent any
fire hazards.
Firefighting equipment and fire watch personnel
to be within work area.
All electrical equipment, tools must be checked
prior to use.
Cables to be kept to a minimum length, nearby
connection points shall be available at work
area.
PPE shall be issued, used and maintained
Abrasive wheels must only be changed by
competent personnel. Use of correct disc and
mounting tools and avoid damage to wheels.
Do not use cutting disc for grinding.
Use adequate respiratory protection.
Barricading the area of welding/cutting shall be
maintained.
To avoid contact with materials, skin & use of
PPE
Use eye protection while cutting and grinding
(safety goggles)
Use of hand and Using of cutting Personal Injury 5 4 20 Trained and competent operators using suitable 2 4 8 Y Site
power tools for machines/drilling tools shall be used for the activity. Modified manager/Si
Contact injury
pipe installation machine without /safety system damped/ removed Power and te
guards. Burn injury hand tools are not acceptable.
works. Engineer/F
Electrocution to Electric shock . Do not keep any flammable materials close to oreman
workers. Fire and the cutting machine working area.
Contact injury from explosion Keep cable away were presence water, store
Damaged/Homema tools in dry place.
de/sharp tools. Pre-job briefing to be conducted by supervisor
Tools fall form to the crew prior to start the activity.
height.
Ensure all the hand tools are free from defect.
Muscle strain and
Operatives must be wear adequate PPEs
muscle pain.
Noise. Use all the power tools with guards. Unguarded
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
Fire, machines should be replaced or repaired.
Electrocution, Stored energy shall discharged by using the
Vibration. discharge stick
Personnel may slip, Proper communication shall be maintained.
trip and fall at the
Ensure all safe guards and controls are in place
same ground.
prior to proceed with the work.
Electrical caution signage shall be displayed at
the site and the c Megger Test on the system
prior to energize
Inspect all equipment and tools before using,
and ensure the insulation without damage.
Ensure inspected and certified tools and
equipment shall be used for the activities
Ensure the earth connections as applicable and
adequate.
Only 110 V to be used at site.
Testing procedure shall be strictly followed.
Ensure all personnel aware of the Company
emergency response procedure
Unauthorized personnel entry shall be
restricted.
All temporary cable should be
Do not use damaged sockets/cables. All the
power tools must be connected with DB fitted
with appropriate rating of RCD (30mA).All
power tools must be double insulated.#
While performing hammering task /while using
power tools/equipment the adjacent
workers/staffs must be keep safe distance to
prevent injury in case of unexpected hammer
rebounding.
Portable power saw guards should be able to
move freely and should almost totally enclose
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
the blade except when a cut is being made.
Repairing and maintenance task shall be
carried out by authorized personals only
Fire extinguishers shall be provided for hot
work activity
Lift the saw from the cut after the blade stops.
Carry the saw by the handle and use the
handle to raise or lower the saw.
Use the correct blade for the cut intended.
Disconnect power before cleaning the saw,
changing blades, or making adjustments.
Place materials on a firm surface for cutting
(not on hands, arms, across the knees or feet).
Carry the saw by the handle and keep fingers
off the trigger switch, do not drag electrical
cables of power tools
Maintain good housekeeping at site where work
to be carried out.
Excavation near or Serious/minor 5 5 25 PTW to be obtained prior to start the excavation 2 3 6 Y Site
on existing injury to by concerned supervisor or foreman. manager/Si
Excavation and
underground workers/operato Refer the approved drawing of area by te
backfilling by
utilities by rs/damage to competent person to identify existing Engineer/F
using equipment
equipment, the properties. underground services. oreman
(Excavator/Backh
Excavation on Excavation The identifying services must be marked to
oe loader)
loose soil near collapse, fire prevent accidently contact by equipment, Adopt
other excavation. hazard with manual excavation if mechanical excavation is
Damage to existing pumps/equipme not possible to protect underground utilities.
underground nt, High noise Adequate/appropriate PPE to be provided.
utilities. fatality Close supervision to be provided.
Excavation work /area shall be inspected
Working near site before and after the work.
traffic level. Excavated areas must be adequately
Excavation collapse barricaded and relevant warning signages to be
(Vibration, Flooding placed
with rain water fire A banksman /assistant shall be availed during
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
from pump/fuel equipment use and during vehicle or heavy
driven equipment). equipment move
Fire extinguishers shall be available at site
Refueling of Fuel Sevier injury 5 5 25 Ensure that the vehicle / equipment is at the 2 4 8 Y Site
equipment spillage,Fire,Enviro Fatality, Legal right location or designated area for fueling. manager/Si
(Heavy and nmental impact fines. Unless in a breakdown or emergency situation te
portable) fueling will be done under direct supervision. Engineer/F
Check the condition of the flexible pipe and oreman
funnel to be used for fueling, for any signs of
deterioration and any other condition that may
cause spillage
Ensure easy and clear access to the vehicle or
container to be filled, as to avoid obstruction
during the fueling process
While fueling is done from a stand or a drum,
check that the hose spout is in the closed
position before inserting it in to the tank or
container to be filled, as to avoid spillage.
In terms of using a container for breakdown
purposes, first ensure that the container is
suitable and in a good condition.
Where spillage traps are not available /
provided, drip trays must be used.
Wear the correct PPEs.
Always use a funnel when pouring from a
container to another source.
Continues level checks must be performed to
avoid accidental spillages.
Never overfill a container or a tank.
Rather ask for assistance if you are not capable
to perform the task on your own.
Be patient and never rush the process. It will
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
only cause spillage.
Refuel vehicles and equipment only at
dedicated and properly equipped facilities. In
the case of breakdowns requiring emergency
servicing outside the designated areas,
appropriate control measures will be
implemented prior to commencing such
activities.
Use drip tray while diesel filling to equipment’s
and vehicles in non-designated area
Provision of relevant signage for storage,
warning, and personnel in charge
Regularly updated inventory and MSDS must
be posted on storage area.
Work at height , Unskilled personnel Sevier injury 5 5 25 Adequate scaffolding platform to be provided 2 3 6 Y Site
erection/dismantli Inappropriate Fatality for testing activity. Scaffolding platform will be manager/Si
ng of scaffolding materials & hand inspected by certified scaffolding te
tools Ensure placement of base plate, sole board (as Engineer/F
required) to avoid collapse of scaffolding oreman
3)Inappropriate
PPE’S Ensure proper inspection of platform before
4)Sharp edges starting work at height
5)Improper material Place scaffolding tag on platforms
stacking Use of full body harness during working at
)Scaffolding height
collapse, Don’t allow throwing of materials from height
6)Personnel fall No height work on scaffold if wind speed
from height, falling exceeding 17knots (31 kilometers per hour)
of objects from Avoid any loose materials storing on platforms
height and during any other area of height work
7)Improper Access All materials should be properly stacked,
8)Slip, trip & fall maintain housekeeping in the area all the time
Access should be proper to avoid trip & fall
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
Area should be free from obstructions of
materials
Use scaffolding platform after proper inspection
pressure Testing 1 Bursting hazard, Personal Injury 5 5 25 Regular inspection and maintenance by 3 2 6 y Site
of pipeline, Raptured pipes Contact injury competent electrician to be ensured manager/
welded joints accumulation, Fill the air pressure as per specification and Site
Electric shock
,flanged Noise, drawing with calibrated pressure gauge and Engineer/
connection joints Pipe end cap safety release valve only. Foreman
failure. Competent supervisor shall closely monitor the
water testing.
Use adequate PPE while performing
hydrostatic pressure test competent supervisor
shall closely monitor the water testing.
Ensure that other contractor/subcontractors
working near the water test area are properly
communicated about the activity. Water hose
must be properly connected, laid and stretched
to avoid whip lazing.
Water pump electrical cable and hoses must
be properly routed to prevent damaged onto
cord and slip, trip hazards
Working at night Poor visibility at Personnel 5 4 20 Proper lighting facilities provision 2 3 6 Y
shift hours night hours injury, Sevier All night work should be lineup with DDA night
injury work permit
All the equipment’s must have the beacon
flashing light and it should be work in night shift.
Donot allow lone working at night
Emergency contact details should be provided
on prominent locations of site
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
Persons in danger
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
Persons passing the site location, e.g. members of the public and persons in the Vehicles.
All personnel in the team are to be made aware of the safe systems of work.
Supervisors should ensure that all lifting gear used are in good condition and safe for use.
Workers and supervisors should be trained in the use of power tools and machinery to ensure that equipment is maintained in good condition prior to and during use.
Emergency procedures
Site emergency procedures should make provision for the rescue of individuals from injuries.
First-aid facilities should be available to cope with any significant injuries that may arise from the work.
Work should be monitored by Foreman and charge hand who are trained to ensure that any additional precautions or equipment required are provided.
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RISK ASSESSMENT
TITLE OF THE ACTIVITY: Underground fire pipe installation and testing works
DOCUMENT REF NO: NAF- 2020- RA-009 REV. 00
RISK ASSESSMENT REF No.: NAF/HSE/RA/009
ASSESSOR: HSE & Project Departments ASSESSED DATE: 15/12/2020 REVIEWED DATE: 15/December /2020
RISK MATRIX
Risk Rating (RR) – Severity x Likelihood
LIKELIHOOD
Possible Likely
Rare Unlikely Almost certain
S Could happen Could happen often (on
Remote possibility (once Could happen but rare Could happen frequently
L occasionally (on average once a month or
every 3 years or more) (typically once in a year) (once a week or more)
SEVERITY average quarterly) more)
1 2 5
(IMPACT) 3 4
RISK COLOR
ACTION AND TIMESCALE
LEVEL
1-8
May be acceptable However review task to see if risk can be reduced further.
Low
Work should not start until the risk is reduced to an acceptable level. Task should only proceed with appropriate consultation with specialist
9-15
personnel and Health, safety and environment team. Where possible the task should be refined to take account of the hazards involved or the risks
Medium
should be reduced further prior to task commencement.
16-25 Task must not proceed it should be redefined further control measures put in place to reduce risk. The controls should be reassessed for adequacy
High prior to work commencement.
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