Upgradation and four laning of Poanta Saheb-Ballupur section of NH-72 in the state of

Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand under NH(O) on hybrid annuity mode (HAM).
Package-1: Ponta Saheb-Medinipur from design chainage 0.000 to chainage 18.700

PROJECT HEALTH, SAFETY AND

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN

PROJECT: - Upgradation and four laning of Poanta Saheb-Ballupur section of NH-72 in

the state of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand under NH(O) on hybrid annuity mode
(HAM). Package-1: Ponta Saheb-Medinipur from design chainage 0.000 to chainage
18.700

Client:
National Highway Authorities of India

Concessionaire:

M/s Poanta Saheb Highway Private limited

Independent Engineer:

M/s URS Scott Wilson India Pvt. Ltd. in JV With Lion

Engineering Consultant Pvt. Ltd.

Contractor

M/s Ram Kumar Contractor Private limited

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RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY REPRESENTATIVE

Contract Manager

SCOPE OF WORK:
Upgradation and four laning of Poanta Saheb-Ballupur section of NH-72 in the state of
Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand under NH (O) on Hybride Annuity Mode (HAM).
Package-1: Poanta Saheb-Mednipur from Design Ch. 0.000 to Ch. 18.700.

FOREWORD

This Safety Management Plan outlines the proposed Health and Safety Management
System for the “Upgradation and four laning of Poanta Saheb-Ballupur section of NH-72
in the state of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand under NH (O) on Hybride Annuity
Mode (HAM).
Package-1: Poanta Saheb-Mednipur from Design Ch. 0.000 to Ch. 18.700.”

This Safety Management Plan, has been prepared as per the established& implemented

Health & Safety Procedures in line with the requirements of Government of India,

Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH fifth Revision), and further in

accordance to the conditions predefined in the Contract Agreement for the Project under

implementation.

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PURPOSE

Any construction activity has the potential hazard to Health and safety of its Employees
and other interested parties. To attain the standards as per the requirements of relevant
publications & Conditions specified in the Contract Agreement, we shall carry out all our
activities / services in a manner that would not affect the Health and safety of the
Employees and other interested parties. Hence to achieve this Safety & Health
management system shall be implemented in a systematic way through this Health &
Safety Management Plan.

This Safety Management Plan shall act as a guiding manual at the Project site, which
describes in detail how the potential hazards associated with each activity affect the safety
& health of the employees and other interested parties. All the potential hazards of the
project shall be identified, so that the adverse effect can be prevented, controlled or
minimized by having suitable engineering, administrative and operational control
measures.

The objectives and targets identified shall be implemented by drawing a suitable project
Safety Management Plan. As a part of potential hazard identification, the emergency
situation shall also be identified to develop the Emergency Preparedness and Response
Plan. All the employees including sub-contractors shall be periodically trained about the
control measures to be adopted to prevent, control or reduce the relevant potential
hazards.

The overall objective of this system implementation is to ensure that the safety
requirements are being fulfilled and maintained in such a way that project site can be
completed with a healthy working environment with the target to achieve zero accident
rate to its employees, other personnel’s & the interested parties.

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Contents
History of Revisions ........................................................ Error! Bookmark not defined.
PURPOSE ........................................................................................................................ 3
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 7
2. Scope of Work ....................................................................................................... 7
3. Terms & Definitions .............................................................................................. 7
4. Planning .............................................................................................................. 10
5. Flow Chart........................................................................................................... 11
6. Objective & Programs.......................................................................................... 12
7. Implementation & Operation .............................................................................. 13
7.1. HSE Organization Chart...................................................................................... 13
7.2. Responsibility and Authority Matrix ................................................................... 14
8. Statutory & Regulatory Requirements................................................................. 15
9. Competence Training & Awareness .................................................................... 15
10. Communication Participation & Consultation .................................................... 15
11. Documentation & Control ................................................................................... 15
12. Operational Control ............................................................................................ 16
13. Safety in Transportation and Culverts, Bridges & Structure Works .................... 17
13.1. Access Road......................................................................................................... 17
13.2. General Transportation ....................................................................................... 17
13.3. Formwork Construction ...................................................................................... 18
13.3.1. Scaffolds........................................................................................................ 18
13.3.2. Ladders: ........................................................................................................ 19
13.3.3. Dismantling of Scaffold................................................................................. 19
13.3.4. Scaffold Inspection & Tagging Procedure ..................................................... 20
13.4. Cement Handling: ............................................................................................... 21
13.5. Safe Procedure for Concreting ............................................................................. 21
13.5.1. General Safety requirements ......................................................................... 21
13.5.2. Concrete Pouring .......................................................................................... 22
13.5.3. Static Line Pump Operations ........................................................................ 22
13.5.4. Installation of machine (Boom Placer)........................................................... 22
13.5.5. Cleaning of Delivery line and pump ............................................................. 23
13.5.6. Concrete Placement:...................................................................................... 24
13.5.7. Mixer:............................................................................................................ 24
13.5.8. Concrete by pump:........................................................................................ 24
13.5.9. De-Shuttering................................................................................................ 24
13.5.10. Curing ........................................................................................................... 25
13.5.11. Curing Compound ........................................................................................ 25
13.5.12. Concrete Vibrator.......................................................................................... 25
13.6. Rigging activity (pre-cast elements, RCC Hume pipes) ....................................... 25
14. Safety in various activities of the Highway works............................................... 26
14.1. Excavation ........................................................................................................... 26
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14.1.1. General Inspection and General Requirements Prior to Excavation.............. 26

14.1.2. General Inspection and General Requirements during Excavation ............... 27
14.2. Embankment Construction / Sub grade preparation / Granular Sub Base (GSB) . 28
14.3. Bitumen Concrete / Dense Bitumen macadam /DBM: ......................................... 29
14.4. Road Marking...................................................................................................... 29
14.5. Fixing of Permanent Sign Boards ........................................................................ 30
15. Miscellaneous: ..................................................................................................... 30
15.1. Fire Safety Plan.................................................................................................... 30
15.1.1. Introduction .................................................................................................. 30
15.1.2. Preventive Methods: ..................................................................................... 31
15.2. Welding & Cutting: ............................................................................................. 33
15.3. Fire Protection: .................................................................................................... 33
15.4. Gas Cylinders: ..................................................................................................... 33
15.5. Hoses and Torches:.............................................................................................. 34
15.6. Protection from dust & fumes:............................................................................. 34
16. SAFETY MEASURES FOR PLANT & MACHINERIES ....................................... 34
16.1. Batching Plant ..................................................................................................... 34
16.1.1. Maintenance and clearing of Malfunction during Work ............................... 35
16.1.2. Electrical Safety in Batching Plant ................................................................. 36
16.2. Hot Mix Plant ...................................................................................................... 36
16.2.1. Asphalt Plant ................................................................................................ 36
16.2.2. Crane Operations .......................................................................................... 36
16.2.3. Hydraulic Excavators / Earth Moving equipment......................................... 37
16.3. Dozers ................................................................................................................. 38
16.4. Transit Mixer ....................................................................................................... 38
16.5. Tipper / Trailer .................................................................................................... 39
16.6. Motor Grader ...................................................................................................... 39
16.7. Wheel Loader ...................................................................................................... 39
16.8. Bitumen Paver ..................................................................................................... 40
16.9. Road Roller.......................................................................................................... 40
16.10. Light equipments ................................................................................................ 40
16.10.1. Working Machinery: ..................................................................................... 40
16.10.2. Grinding Wheel: ........................................................................................... 41
16.10.3. Lifting Appliances:........................................................................................ 41
16.10.4. Travelling:..................................................................................................... 41
16.10.5. Platforms & Cabins: ...................................................................................... 41
16.10.6. Drums & Pulleys: .......................................................................................... 41
16.10.7. Brakes controls & safety devices: .................................................................. 42
16.10.8. Cranes with derricking jobs: ......................................................................... 42
16.10.9. Competent persons for operation:................................................................. 42
16.10.10. Testing & Examination: ............................................................................. 42
16.10.11. Making of safe working loads:................................................................... 43

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16.10.12. Haulage Trucks:......................................................................................... 43

16.10.13. Heavy Machineries: ................................................................................... 43
17. Permits to Work .................................................................................................. 44
18. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN:- .................................................................... 45
18.1. Objectives ............................................................................................................ 45
18.2. Construction Zone ............................................................................................... 46
18.2.1. Advance Warning Sub-zone ......................................................................... 46
18.2.2. Transition Sub-zone ...................................................................................... 46
18.2.3. Work Sub-zone ............................................................................................. 46
18.2.4. Terminal Sub-zone ........................................................................................ 47
18.3. Recommended length for Construction Zones .................................................... 47
18.4. Traffic Control Devices........................................................................................ 47
18.4.1. Regulatory signs ........................................................................................... 47
18.4.2. Warning Signs............................................................................................... 48
18.4.3. Direction Signs .............................................................................................. 48
18.4.4. Delineators .................................................................................................... 48
18.4.5. Traffic Cones and Cylinders:......................................................................... 48
18.4.6. Drums: .......................................................................................................... 48
18.4.7. Barricades: .................................................................................................... 49
18.4.8. Flagmen: ....................................................................................................... 49

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1. Introduction
National Highways Authority of India represented by Chairman (the “Authority”) is
engaged in the development of National Highways and as part of this endeavour, the
Authority has decided to Upgradation and four laning of Poanta Saheb-Ballupur section of
NH-72 in the state of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand under NH (O) on Hybrid
Annuity Mode. Package-1: Poanta Saheb-Medinipur from Design Ch. 0.000 to Ch. 18.700.”

It demonstrates the ability to consistently provide concern intended for Safety

and Health of its employees including Safety of its sub-contractors, employees
and to meet all applicable legal requirement & specifications.

The plan aims to enhance health &safety practice at Project site and satisfactory
performance through effective application of the system, including the
processes for the continual improvement of system and the assurance of
conformity to set objectives.

Site management shall follow this plan and if necessary modification shall be
made as per the specific site requirement after approval from Engineer/Client.
2. Scope of Work
The scope of work consists of the followings:-
The scope of work Upgradation and four laning of Poanta Saheb-Ballupur section of NH-72
in the state of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand under NH (O) on Hybrid Annuity Mode.
Package-1: Poanta Saheb-Medinipur from Design Ch. 0.000 to Ch. 18.700.”
3. Terms & Definitions
Acceptable Risk: Risk that has been reduced to a level that can be tolerated by the
organization having regard to its legal obligation and its own Project Safety Management
Policy.

Audit: Systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining “audit evidence”
and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which “audit criteria” are fulfilled.

Continual Improvement: Recurring process of enhancing the Health & Safety

management system, in order to achieve improvements in overall Safety performances,
consistent with the organization’s Safety Policy.

Corrective Action: Action taken to eliminate the cause of a detected non conformity or
other undesirable situation in order to prevent recurrence.

Document: Information and its supporting medium.

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Hazard: Source, situation or act with a potential for harm in terms of human injury or
accident.

Hazard Identification: Process to recognize, that a hazard exists and defining its
characteristics.

Incident: Work-related event in which an injury or fatality occurred or could have

occurred.

Interested Party: Person or group, inside or outside the work place, concerned with or
affected by the Safety Management system performance of an organization.

Non-conformance: Non-fulfillment of a requirement.

Safety: Conditions& factors that affect, or could affect the safety of employees or other
workers, visitors and any other persons in the work place.

Safety Management System: Part of an organization management system used to develop

and implement its safety policy and manage its safety risks.

Safety objective: Safety goals, in terms of safety performance that an organization sets
itself to achieve.

Safety performance: Measurable results of an organization’s management of its safety

risks.

Safety Policy: Over all intention and direction of an organization related to its safety
performances as formally expressed by top management.

Organization: Company, Corporation, firm, enterprise, authority or institution or part or

combination thereof, whether incorporated or not, public or private, that has its own
functions and administration.

Preventive Action: Action to eliminate the cause of a potential nonconformity or other

undesirable potentially situation.

Procedure: Specified way to carry out an activity or process.

Record: Document stating results achieved or providing evidence of activities performed.

Risk: Combination of the likelihood of an occurrence of a hazardous event or exposure

and the severity of injury that can be caused by the event of exposure.

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Risk Assessment: Process of evaluation the risk arising from hazard taking into account
the adequacy of any existing controls and deciding whether or not the risk is acceptable.

Work Place: Any physical location in which work related activities are performed under
the control of the organization.

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4. Planning
Hazards & risk shall be identified and feasible control measures to be proposed at
planning stage by the project manager and site engineer to eliminate, reduce or isolate the
potential hazards in its each section with the help of procedure. Depending upon the risk
level of each hazard, appropriate control measures will be proposed keeping in view of
various legal, specifications and contractual requirements.
The site management should keep its documentation, data & records, concerning the
identification of hazards & the assessment & control of risks up to date in respect of its
ongoing activities & also extends them to cover new developments & new or modified
activities, before those are introduced. Safety committee meeting comprising of
participation of workmen shall be arranged at least once in a month and MOM (Minutes of
meeting) shall be circulated to all concerned. Internal audit shall be conducted by the
Committee representatives at various locations at least once in a monthly basis and
findings shall be recorded, reviewed and evaluated for monitoring of the continual
improvements.
General Flow Chart for the whole process is described in the following diagram:

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5. Flow Chart

OBJECTIVE: Zero Human Casualties

Need identification for the Health & List of Health and

Safety measures Safety Equip.

HSE Training

Availability of the Required

Equipments at site with
Manpower

Effective and proper usage of

Health and Safety Equipments
at Site Level

Periodical HSE Audit Audit Check List

Any Human Incident Report

Causalities /
Incident

Immediate Remedial Action,

Root Cause and Action Plan
Corrective Actions

Review of Action Plan

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Review of Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment & Determining Control

The hazards identification, risk assessment & determining control process should be
reviewed at the pre-determined time or period. The period can vary depending
upon the following considerations:-
 The nature of the hazards.
 Hazard having legal requirement.
 The magnitude of the risk.
 Changes in work environment.
 Changes/addition in the process /activities.
 Changes in raw materials, chemicals etc.
 After any incident or as a part of improvement made.
6. Objective & Programs
In order to meet the requirements of the Health & Safety Policy the following objectives
have been set.
 Minimize risk to our employees and other interested parties who may be exposed to
HEALTH &SAFETY risks associated with our activities.
 Ensure all employees understand their HEALTH & SAFETY accountabilities and
demonstrate visible HEALTH & SAFETY leadership
 Comply fully with all relevant HEALTH & SAFETY legislation regulations,
standards, guidance and codes of practice;
 Provide and maintain safe plant, equipment, systems of work and work facilities for
the welfare of employees;
 Provide sufficient information, instruction, training and supervision for employees to
enable them to carry out their tasks competently and safely;
 Prevent accidents and work related ill health;
 Investigate any incidents that do occur and implementing any corrective actions
identified.
 Ensure visitors or members of the public are safeguarded from hazardous operations;
 Continual improvement of the HEALTH &SAFETY Management System.
 Reducing the frequency of all incidents and minimizing/eliminating loss of man days.
 Train and retrain the site personnel for enhancing their competence and expertise with
the view to reduce accidents/incidents.
 Ensure raw materials, articles and wastes are correctly handled, used and stored to
avoid damage to the health of employees or the environment;
 Provide sufficient information to ensure that our products are handled, used and
disposed of in line with relevant legislation;
 Replace materials, where practicable, with those deemed to be less hazardous to the
environment or human health;
 Procure best quality and ensure use of Personal Protective Equipment’s (PPE) thus
minimizing the exposure to physical risks.

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 Provide all employees with an understanding of this policy, and their responsibilities
in controlling and improving performance.

7. Implementation & Operation

Resources, Roles, Responsibilities, Accountability &Authority:-

As per procedure for structure & responsibility implementation of this project safety
management plan along with other project requirements would be the responsibility of
every individual working in the project site. It will be also the responsibility of the
Company’s personnel to educate his partners/suppliers/subcontractors etc. in successful
implementation of the plan and the collective responsibility to create and maintain safe
and healthy work environment within the project area. The responsibility and authority
matrix of the site personnel are as given below:

7.1. HSE Organization Chart

Contract Manager

Safety in Charge/Safety Engineer

HS Officer HS Officer HSE Trainee

Engineer

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7.2. Responsibility and Authority Matrix

r/Superv
Contract

Enginee
Manage

Manage

Manage

Manage
Project

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Sl. No. Activity

Site

rSite

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Implementation of HEALTH &
1 X X P - X
SAFETY Management System
Hazards identification, Risk
2 X P P - P
assessment & Risk Control
All applicable legal and contractual
3 X P P - P
requirements
Setting of HEALTH & SAFETY
4 objectives and target to achieve the X X P - X
above safety objectives
Implementation of HEALTH
5 &SAFETY management programs to X X P - X
achieve the above safety objectives.
Impart safety training, awareness,
6 X P P - P
induction &toolbox talks
Implementation of consultation and
7 communication at site safety X P P - P
committee etc.
Documentation /document and date
8 X X P - X
control
Preparation & Implementation of
09 X X P - X
emergency preparedness & response
Accidents, incidence investigation,
10 reporting and implementation of X X P - X
corrective & preventive action
Performance monitoring &
11 X X P - X
measurements

X- Responsibility P- Performance

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8. Statutory & Regulatory Requirements

The HSE In – Charge /Engineer is responsible for reviewing and updating (as and when
required) the register of applicable legal and client requirements and for communicating
the changes to the relevant personnel, verifying compliance to these requirements. The
organization will keep this information up to date.

The list of standards requirements applicable to the Project are listed below:
 TRL ORN 3: A guide to surface dressing in Tropical and sub-tropical countries.
 TRLORN 18: A guide to the pavement evaluation and maintenance of bitumen –
surfaced roads in tropical and sub-tropical countries.
 TRL ORN 31: A guide to the structural design of bitumen – surfaced roads in tropical
and sub-tropical countries.
 4. TRL RR 104: Preparation of cut-back bitumen.
 NS 163-2045 (1988) Metho9d of Test for Adhesion of galvanizing of Gabion Wire
 NS 169-2045 (1988) Requirements of Mild Steel wire
9. Competence Training & Awareness
Site Management should establish and impart a systematic program of safety induction
&ongoing training for safety to the entire employee including sub-contractors, temporary
workers; visitor’s etc. site management should also conduct training for performing
hazards identification, risk assessment & risk control measures.
10. Communication Participation & Consultation
To ensure the effective two way communication of information related to occupational
health and safety to personnel, the site management should establish site HEALTH &
SAFETY Committee as per IMS procedure for consultation & communication. The safety
committee meeting will be held minimum once in a month. The Contract Manager will be
the chairman and site HEALTH & SAFETY In-charge/Engineer will be the secretary of site
safety committee.

The site safety committee should have the representative from both management and
employees. The safety suggestion boxes and feedback/suggestion register should also be
provided at different locations for the suggestions from all interested parties for continual
improvement in existing system.

Construction HEALTH &SAFETY committee shall also be formed for each section as per
contract requirements and meeting shall be held at least once in a month.
11. Documentation & Control
Site needs to follow this project safety management plan as a document for the
implementation of the HEALTH&SAFETY Management System.

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The documentation and data should be available & accessible when required. Under
routine & non-routine conditions including emergencies, for examples this should include
Safety Flow chart, Safety check lists, Emergency preparedness plan, instructions for the
operations, accident reports, details of man hour lost, training given, audit remarks,
analysis of improvement in achieving safety objectives etc.
12. Operational Control
As per safety procedure for operational control, the safety work instructions &safety check
list for different activities for safe operation shall be implemented during execution of
work. Prior to start any activity site should have total appreciation of all its significant
HEALTH & SAFETY hazards in its domain, after using the process of Hazards
identification, risk assessment & determining control.

o The Hazard identification, risk assessment & determining control process should
take into account the cost & time of performing these three processes & the
availability of the reliable data. Prior to start of execution or during the due course
of execution site will carry out the risk assessment exercise in its each section with
the help of the procedure.
o Hazard identification risk assessment & determining control process will be carried
out as proactive measures rather than as reactive ones i.e. they should precede the
introduction of new or revised activities or procedures. Any necessary risk
reduction & control measures that are identified should be implemented prior to
the changes are introduced.
o The site management should keep its documentation, data, & records concerning
the identification of hazards & the assessment & control of risks up to date in
respect of its ongoing activities & also extend them to cover new developments &
new or modified activities, before those are introduced.
o This risk assessment should not only be applied to normal operations of plants
procedures but also to periodic or occasional operation/procedures such as plant
cleaning & maintenance.
o The site should consider the hazards & risk posed by the activities of contractors,
subcontractors & visitors.
o The site management shall ensure that traffic control devices were provided in the
construction zones to perform the crucial task of warning, informing and alerting
the driver apart from guiding the vehicle movements so that the driver of the
vehicle as well the workers on site are protected and safe passage to the traffic is
possible.
o The site management shall provide and maintain the construction and maintenance
signs throughout the stretch.
o Delineators shall be provided to channelize and guide the drivers along a safe path
and to control the flow of traffic.

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o Suitable barricades shall be provided to restrict the outsiders from entering to work
areas such as excavations or material storage area or there is a need for separating
the two way traffic, barricades can be used.
o Traffic management practices shall be implemented during temporary diversion
partial closure or existing two lane carriageway and carriageway repairs.
o The size & sitting distance for road signs and cones to be provided for different
types of road under various speed limits
13. Safety in Transportation and Culverts, Bridges & Structure Works
Planning and executing the construction of a bridge is often very complicated, and in fact
may be the most ingenious part of the entire enterprise. An incomplete structure is often
subjected to stresses and oscillations that would not arise after completion. Even before
any actual construction is done, substantial work may need in the form of tests.
13.1. Access Road
Before start of any activity at any location proper access road should be in place right up
to the place of work so that all the designated vehicles for the type of work planned for
the particular location can apply on the access road. Separate pathway may be provided
for the movement of the people as per the requirement.
13.2. General Transportation
 Site Material and Personnel Transportation
o Ensure materials are properly loaded considering the following
o Weight & dimension
o Capacity of the carrier
o Centre of gravity of load, clearance required for safety
o Load packed and lashed before transporting
o Vehicles to be checked for good working condition.
o Transport vehicles should not be overloaded.
o Material should not project above the height or beyond of side panel.
o Maximum of 1 ½ m may be project at the backside provided Red Caution flag and
Red lamp during darkness must be displayed on the projected end.
o Lane discipline, Speed limit, etc., all traffic rules and regulations must be followed.
o No person or material should get up or get down while vehicle is on motion.
o No personnel should sit on the side or on top of the panels or top of driver’s cabin.
o Speed limit as per the road condition to be followed.
o No personnel should sit near the load or over the load where there is possibility of
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13.3. Formwork Construction

o Formwork is designed, fabricated, erected, supported, braced and maintained so
that it will be capable of supporting all vertical and lateral loads applicable during
concrete.
o All shorting equipment is to be inspected prior to erection to determine that the
equipment meets the requirements specified in the formwork drawings
o The centering frames shall be tied together with sufficient braces to make a rigid &
solid unit.
o It shall be ensured that the struts & the diagonal braces are in proper position.
o Forms shall not be removed earlier than laid down in the specifications.
13.3.1. Scaffolds
o All the scaffolds & their components must be structurally designed to hold a
minimum load of 300Kg/m2.
o The metal platform MUST NOT have more than 6mm of the curvature & must be
non-slip type.
o The minimum width of the walkways for the scaffolds must be 60cm in the areas
where the personnel deposits material also.
o The plank used as a work surface in the scaffolds & platform must have the
following dimensions:-
o A minimum thickness of 5 cm
o Width minimum 23 cm & maximum 30 cm.
o Bay of length: maximum value 1.80 meter.
o The platform provided shall have a guardrail of at least 900mm height.
o Platform more than 6m height shall provide with safety nets and lifeline for safety
belt.
o All scaffolds or working platform of any nature shall be securely fastened to the
building or structure, or if independent of the building shall be braced or guyed to
prevent sway.
o Men shall not be allowed to work from scaffolds during storms or high winds
o When work is being performed above a scaffold platform a protective overhead
covering shall be provided for the men working on the scaffold.

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o Sufficient clear space of at least

13.3.2. Ladders:
300mm at each rung.
o They should be placed at an angle of
approximately 75 degree.
o Fixed ladder should be provided for
flights above 4m.
o Fixed ladder should have landing of
minimum 600mm extent at intervals
not grater that 6m.
o Every ladder and stepladder shall be
of good construction, sound material
and adequate strength.
13.3.3. Dismantling of Scaffold

o Securely fixed near the top or, if

impracticable, near the bottom to
prevent undue swaying.
o The width of ladder shall not be less
that 300mm.
o On a firm level footing with wooden
or metal wedge to prevent slip.
o Extend at least 1 meter above landing
place, unless other suitable handhold
is provided.

o Scaffold dismantling area should be o While removing jammed or rusted

cordoned and only skilled workmen scaffold components workmen can
should be used for this work. lose their balance and fall. Hence,
o The scaffold being dismantled should anchoring safety belt to a scaffold
be provided with red tag to indicate frame or lifeline before attempting to
it is unsafe to work on it. loosen stuck or jammed parts is
o Dismantled materials should be essential.
lowered using Derrick and Pulley o At the end of the day, if a scaffold is
arrangement. going to be left half-dismantled, it is
o Each tier should be completely essential to lower all the loose
dismantled and the material lowered scaffold materials down and ensure
to the ground before beginning to that the scaffold is braced adequately
dismantle the next tier. to the building.
o Dropping materials should be o All the dismantled materials
avoided to prevent damage to should be stacked in the
materials and injury to the workmen appropriate manner at the
below. designated place.
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13.3.4. Scaffold Inspection & Tagging Procedure

 Erection / Dismantling of Scaffold
o Erection of any scaffold should be done only by the nominated scaffolding gang
under the supervision and guidance of formwork engineer.
o "Red colored Tag" is fixed on the scaffold when it is under erection/ dismantling
by the formwork engineer or by the nominated foreman.
o Once the erection is completed, Formwork Engineer or the nominated competent
foreman should inspect the scaffold. After inspection if the scaffold is found to be
safe for use, the formwork engineer / nominated foreman should fix the Green
colored Tag replacing the red tags. The formwork engineer /nominated foreman
should fix the Green colored Tag after signing and writing the date.
 Inspection of Scaffolding
o All the scaffolding being used at site it should be re-inspected by the formwork
engineer/ nominated foreman once in a week. Green Tags of the Scaffolding which
are found safe shall be renewed with date of inspection with signature of the Form
work Engineer/ nominated foreman.
o If any scaffold is found unsafe for use, formwork engineer / nominated foreman
shall place a red scaffold tag and stop the usage of scaffold until rectification.
 Extension and Alterations of Scaffolding
o Any extension, alteration or shifting of scaffold (except in the case of mobile
scaffold) shall be done only by the scaffolding gang under the supervision and
guidance of the Formwork Engineer.
o When such work is being carried out in scaffold, a Red Scaffold Tag shall be
placed on the scaffold indicating the restriction in use of scaffold only by the
scaffold gang.
o After carrying the works, the formwork engineer shall inspect the scaffold and
certify it safe for use by placing the green tag if found safe. Else the red tag shall
remain until rectification is done.
 Red Scaffold Tag
o This tag indicates that the scaffold is under erection or dismantling or has not been
inspected or is not safe for use (by anyone other than scaffold gang).
 Green Scaffold Tag
o This tag indicates that the scaffold is complete & it has been inspected by
competent person and is safe for use. GREEN scaffold tag is valid for one week
from the date of last inspection.
 Heavy Duty Tower System
o Every 6m-interval bracing should be fixed with permanent structure or from one
tower to the other.
o Ground level earth should be compacted well for better loading. Conditions of
the components should be checked and the damaged ones should not be used.
o Tor steel rod should not be used in place of lock pin.

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 Basic frame
o Basic frames straightness should be within the tolerance of + or -1.5 mm
o Basic frame all the four entry should be free for fixing the couplers and tower
spindle.
o Basic frame should be free from fist, slurry formation and concrete deposits on
entry point.
 Horizontal and diagonal bracings
o All the bracing should have the relevant colour code.
o Bracings straightness should be within the tolerance of +/- 1.50 mm
o Bracings edge splitting should not be allowed
 Footplate
o Footplate pipe sleeve should be free from concrete lumps and ensure assembly of
tower spindle and spring lock pin.
 Tower spindle
o Tower spindle should be with lever nut
o Tower spindle thread should be applied with grease or oil
o Tower spindle thread should be free from damage
o Tower spindle should be free from rust, cement shiny and concrete lumps.
13.4. Cement Handling:
 Workmen engaged in handling bulk cement in confined places should wear tight
fitting goggles, approved respirators and hand gloves etc.
 Workmen should be instructed to ensure personal cleanliness to guard against
cement dermatitis.
13.5. Safe Procedure for Concreting
13.5.1. General Safety requirements
o Only authorized operator should work on mixer machine. Nobody should be
allowed to work near mixer machine with loose clothing. Moving parts of the
machine should be guarded.
o The access from the point where concrete is supplied to the area to be concreted
should be properly made and free from obstructions.
o Before starting the concrete works the formwork engineer or foreman should
check the reliability of the formwork done and give is approval for concreting.
o Movement of the employees and concreting process should be predetermined and
informed to the concreting gang.
o Cordon the machine placing and working area to avoid personal traffic.
o Lash the end of the flexible hose to control the swing of the hose.
o Use the grab handle step to climb on to or off the machine.
o Never drive the machine with placing boom extended.

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o Never reach into the machine parts when motor is running or the hydraulic
pressure accumulator is charged. Ensure all safety devices are present and in
working order.
13.5.2. Concrete Pouring
The concrete pouring is done by the following equipment’s:
o Static line pump.
o Placer boom
13.5.3. Static Line Pump Operations
Following precautions should be followed:
o Pipeline gang workmen should be screened on the basis of experience and
medical fitness.
o Educate the workmen regarding general safety in plant/sites by regular pep talks.
o Proper supporting and bracing of the structure to be concreted has to be ensured
well before the pour.
o During night concreting, ensure proper lighting at pumping area and along the
pipeline.
o Ensure the working condition of pipes, clamps and rope.
o Ensure sufficient quantity of PPE and its working condition i.e. safety helmet,
safety shoe, gumboots, safety belts, nose masks and hand gloves etc. Pump should
be positioned on solid and leveled area.
o Ensure all workmen including supervisor, pump operators at sites to wear proper
PPE.
o While erecting pipeline vertically in any structure, workmen should wear safety
belts and tie the hook.
o Give proper supports to pipeline by tying the pipeline with nylon rope at span of
every six meters and also provide extra supports at bends to avoid jerking of
shuttering.
o After completion of the concreting, during passing of the ball by
compressed air, provide ball catcher at the pipeline end.
o Don’t open pipeline clamps under pressure.
o Avoid using of binding wires instead of clamp wedges.
o During concreting operations, do not allow people to sit on the pipeline.
o Prohibit dropping of the pipes, clamps, hammers and other tools and tackles from
place of concreting to the ground level.
o Do not allow cleaning the discharge gate while running the pump.
o Cleaning of concrete pump gate / shaft shall be done only with cleaning rod.

13.5.4. Installation of machine (Boom Placer)

o Determine where the boom placer to be installed and prepare the ground
accordingly.
o Operator should walk along the onsite approach route before driving on it.

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o Only authorized personnel shall operate the boom placer.

o A trained signalman should give the signals. He should wear the fluorescent
jacket.
o Agree on clear-cut signals with the assistant.
o Ensure the ground stability.
o Keep enough clearance for complete extension of the out-rigger.
o Keep enough clearance from building, pits, slopes, etc.
o Always place four numbers of square timbers underneath the out-riggers.
o Keep enough clearance from overhead lines i.e. 3mts.
o Attach the earthing cable to the placing boom if it is near the transmission line as
an extra precautionary measure.
o Always apply the parking brake and place the wooden wedges beneath the
wheels.
o Never attach extra extension to the placing boom.
o Avoid knocking the placing boom against other objects.
o Avoid giving a violent jerk to the placing boom to remove an obstruction.
o Never stand on hopper or gate.
o Depressurize the system before opening pipeline.
o Never place your hands or any part of your body between the flexible hose and a
fixed object during operations.
o Please check the shuttering before concreting operations and insist for proper
bracing and extra supports especially for slope roofs as the concrete pressure from
the placer boom is much higher than the static pump.
13.5.5. Cleaning of Delivery line and pump
o The delivery line to be cleaned by reverse pumping or water flushing
o For reverse pumping always switch off the agitator.
o For compressed air cleaning always use trap basket, pipe head and cleaning ball.
o Direct only the water jet, not the nozzle into the hopper, in the valve, into the
water box or other moving machine component.
o Always switch off the machine while cleaning the agitator.
o Never remove the grating cover in the feeding hopper of the concrete pump.
o Never set foot on the grating.
o Never use compressed air for human body cleaning.
o Never insert hand or any part of body in pump agitator gate for cleaning or any
other purposes while machine is in operational mode.
o Concrete pipeline
o Ensure the delivery line to the pouring point is laid with as minimum bend as
practical possible.
o Ensure the horizontally laid pipeline is supported at minimum 3-meter distance.
Ensure vertical line is supported at the bottom of the first vertical pipe and each
additional pipe shall be secured with the structure.
o Make sure that the pipeline should run within the structure.
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o After assembling of the pipeline check couplings thoroughly.

o Ensure ball catcher is fixed at the end of the pipeline while ball passing operation
and ensures no one stands near the end of the pipeline or in its direction.
13.5.6. Concrete Placement:
o All employees placing concrete should wear hard hats, gloves and rubber boots
with trouser legs outside.
o Men in good physical condition should be employed to operate vibrators.
o At each level of the chute where men work, landing platforms shall be provided
and the chute shall be properly guyed.
o The area below the spout shall be barricaded when practicable to keep people out
of the areas.
13.5.7. Mixer:
o All mixers gears, chains and rollers shall be guarded.
o The cable and sheaves should be inspected daily when the mixer is in continuous
daily operation.
o During inside cleaning, repair or inspection, the control switches shall be locked
and notice to the effect pasted.
13.5.8. Concrete by pump:
o The scaffolding supporting the pipe should be able to carry the pipe when filled
concrete plus 100 percent overload, plus the estimated weight of the maximum
number of workmen.
o The pipeline shall be anchored at all the curves and near the ends.
o The toggle and flange connections shall be inspected before each placement to
ensure tight joints.
o Air release valves shall be installed at high points to release entrapped air.
o The work of cleaning a pipe line must be carefully done. Experienced workmen
should be employed.
13.5.9. De-Shuttering
o It should be done only after getting clearance from QC that required strength is
obtained.
o Ensure the area is cordoned off.
o Ensure Signal Man is deputed to stop the unauthorized entry.
o All workmen should wear PPE. The lifeline is to be provided if required.
o Ensure materials are lowered by rope. Throwing of material is strictly prohibited.
Ensure tools and tackles with test certificate are used.
o Ensure for bigger load, the tag line is used for guiding the load.

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13.5.10. Curing
Curing creates the environment to promote the hardening or hydration of freshly
cast concrete. This is the chemical process that binds cement particles and
aggregates into hardened concrete.
13.5.11. Curing Compound
o Manufacturer’s guidelines should be followed for storing the curing compound.
o Ensure protective clothing to protect skin contact and a goggle to prevent splash
in eye is used.
o Proper working platform should be used for applying curing compound.
o Ensure proper access to the working platform.
13.5.12. Concrete Vibrator
o Vibrating unit should be completely enclosed and belt transmitting the power to
the unit adequately guarded.
o Electrically operated vibrators should be totally enclosed and be protected against
overloads by suitable overload relays and should be effectively earthed.
o Be sure that sufficient length of cable is provided to the vibrator.
o Ensure electric starters are fixed firmly on the stand.
o While needle is inserted in the vibrator, be sure needle load is’ firmly locked. Be
sure to lubricate needle inner core.
13.6. Rigging activity (pre-cast elements, RCC Hume pipes)
 Crane and lifting tackles should be ensured free from defects and fitness to be
ensured.
 Only authorized operator to be allowed to operate the crane and only experienced
riggers and khalasi to be engaged on the job.
 Leveled and compacted ground to be ensured for positioning the crane during
erection and crane should not be overloaded beyond the safe working load with
reference to the load chart of crane.
 Nobody should stand or move under the suspended loads
 Slings and D shackles are to be ensured free from defects and safe sling angle to be
ensured during lifting. Usage of double slings to be preferred during erection.
 Chain blocks to be checked and ensured free from defects and to be certified by
competent person.
 Usage of tag line or guide rope to be ensured during erection & shifting of materials
with crane.
 Safe distance to be maintained from the live electric overhead lines while shifting the
materials. If necessary, power shut to be obtained from the respective authorities.
 Signalmen to be deployed during erection. Flagmen to be engaged to control the
other traffic while shifting the materials.

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 Components erected to be secured enough before lifting another component and till
they are permanently fixed.
 Loose materials should not be left at higher elevations. Dropping of tools & materials
from height to be avoided.
 Safe access & work platform to be provided for the workmen when working at
height.
 Ensure to provide enough supports for the erected components.
 Observe the wind velocity no erection to be carried out when wind velocity is more
than 40Kmph and the load is swinging on its own (particularly during the erection of
loads when they are more than one cubic meter by volume.).
 Erection area to be barricaded to prevent the entry of other persons.

14. Safety in various activities of the Highway works

14.1. Excavation
To ensure that the excavation and trenching operations are planned and executed
in accordance with regulatory standards and applicable requirements.
 Soil Classification - Definitions of the different soil types as follow:
Stable rock - Natural solid mineral material that can be excavated with vertical
sides and will remain intact while exposed.
Type A soil - Examples include clay, silty clay, sandy clay, clay loam, and
sometimes- silty clay loam and sandy clay loam.
Type B soil - Examples include silt, slit loam, sandy loam and sometimes silty
clay loam and sandy clay loam.
Type C soil - Examples include granular soils like gravel, sand loamy sand,
submerged soil, and soil from which water is freely seeping, and submerged
rock that is not stable.
 Inspect the excavation and adjacent areas at least once a day for possible cave-in,
failures of protective systems and equipment, hazardous atmospheres, or other
hazardous conditions.
14.1.1. General Inspection and General Requirements Prior to Excavation
o After the site has been cleared as per clause (Traffic diversion / Management) the
limits of excavation shall be set out as directed but not limited to;
o All personnel must worn appropriate PPE including, but not limited to helmet,
safety glasses, foot wear, Proper warning apparel who exposed to vehicular traffic.
o During trenching and excavating activities a qualified spotter shall be assigned to
observe the activity from start to finish. This spotter may be the equipment
operator’s helper.
o All surface encumbrances that are located so as to create a hazard to employees
shall be removed or supported, as necessary, to safeguard employees. (These
include sidewalk, curb, gutter, landscaping, etc.)

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o The location of utility installations, such as sewer, telephone, fuel, electric, water
lines, or any other underground installation that reasonably may be expected to be
encountered during excavation work, shall be determined prior to opening an
excavation.
o As trenches are formed in the vicinity of a utility, the slope or protective system
(shields or shoring) will be constructed sufficiently to accommodate the safe hand
digging of material adjacent to the utility structure
o Overall jobsite shall be free of debris and good housekeeping being maintained.
o Excavations and trenches will be appropriately identified with signs, warnings,
and barricades. Work area is shall be protected from excavated or other materials
or equipment that could pose a hazard by falling or rolling into excavations with
barriers and/or barricades. Barriers will be positioned at least 1.8 meters from
open edges of trenches and excavations.
o All underground utilities are to be considered live and in service. When digging
around live utilities, locate the isolation valves on either side of the proposed
excavation/trenching project prior to starting excavation.
o Have all valve keys, handles, wrenches, etc. at excavation location that operates
isolation valves, prior to the start of the excavation.
o All utilities are to be potholed and exposed for positive identification prior to
beginning excavation.
o Subsequent to utility location activities or any utility that does not show up on
current As-Built’s. As-built drawings shall be updated as per site requirements.
14.1.2. General Inspection and General Requirements during Excavation
o Ensure underground installations are protected, supported, or removed as
necessary to safeguard employees.
o All personnel must worn appropriate PPE including, but not limited to helmet,
safety glasses, foot wear, Proper warning apparel who exposed to vehicular traffic.
o Spoil material removed from an excavation and any other material storage shall
not be kept within 5feet or the distance equivalent to half of the depth of
excavation from the excavation edge, whichever is more.
o Predictable failures such as sliding, falling, or kick out will be prevented by
properly securing connections.
o Overall jobsite shall be free of debris and good housekeeping being maintained.
o Excavations and trenches will be appropriately identified with signs, warnings,
and barricades. Barriers will be positioned at least 1.8 meters from open edges of
trenches and excavations.
o Adequate barrier physical protection shall be provided at all remotely located
excavations. All wells, pits, shafts, etc., shall be barricaded or covered. Upon
completion of exploration and similar operations, temporary wells, pits, shafts,
etc., shall be backfilled.

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o Excavation inspected for possibility of water accumulation. Employees shall not

work in excavations where there is accumulated water, unless adequate
precautions have been taken to protect employees against the hazards posed by
water accumulation. Excavation continually monitored and properly protected if
water accumulates.
o Employees shall not be permitted underneath loads handled by lifting or digging
equipment. Employees shall be required to stand away from any vehicle being
loaded or unloaded to avoid being struck by any spillage or falling material.
o If water is controlled or prevented from accumulating by the use of water removal
equipment, the water removal equipment and operations shall be monitored by a
competent person to ensure proper operation.
o Employees are protected from loose soil or rock falling from excavation face

14.2. Embankment Construction / Sub grade preparation / Granular Sub Base (GSB)
o Fitness of the vehicles & other earth moving equipment’s used to be ensured by
pre-deployment and periodical inspections by HEALTH &SAFETY / P&M
persons.
o Ensure loading of soil in vehicles such that it should not spill all along the road.
o Proper approach to be developed / made from the borrow pit area to the working
zone.
o Flagmen to be deployed at the road intersections from borrowing point to main
carriage way and at the transition point to construction working zone.
o Adequate caution boards / barricades to be provided as indicated in the traffic
management plan to caution the regular traffic.
o Borrow pit areas and approach roads to the working zone to be checked for
overhead power lines. In case of power lines are crossing across the roads
cautioning to be provided by making height restriction arrangements like goal
posts etc. or the approach road may be diverted away from the hazard.
o When there is a threat of snakes is suspected the precautions like sprinkling of
carbolic acid and maintaining the minimum illumination level to be ensured.
o Nobody should be allowed to stand and move in the swing area of excavators at
borrow pit area. Nobody should be allowed to sit and take rest under the parked
vehicles. Ensure that rest shelter be provided for the workmen.
o Persons are not allowed to sit on the side of excavator operators when the
excavator is running.
o Only authorized drivers, operators to be allowed for operating excavators and
driving the dumpers.
o Sprinkler bar provided to the water tanker should be in suitable condition so that
to avoid pot holes on the road.
o Vehicles & earth moving equipment’s should not be allowed to be parked on
slopes. Also usage of parking brakes and choke blocks to be ensured whenever
vehicles are parked.

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o Speed limit of 20 km/hr to be maintained ensured at the borrow pit area and at the
unloading points and at the narrow village roads.
o Vehicle shall be adequately marked with red lanterns, red flag when it parked on
the side of road.
o No person should be allowed to travel along with the load during transportation.
o Persons are not be allowed to sit or take rest on the dumped soil heaps at the work
place. Rest sheds to be provided for the purpose of taking rest
o Ensure minimum illumination level of 50 lux at the borrow areas and the
dumping points. While working at night, safety requirements should be fulfilled
as detailed in "Work at Night".
14.3. Bitumen Concrete / Dense Bitumen macadam /DBM:
o All personnel engaged on work with hot asphalt should wear complete clothing
covering the entire body, shoes with sound soles and heavy socks.
o The asphalt distributor used to apply the prime and tack coat for new surfaces
should be kept clean and free of asphalt residue, burners should be examined for
freedom from obstruction and the circulating system should be checked for proper
circulation and for leaks.
o Highly volatile fluids such as petrol should not be used for cleaning purposes and
open flames should be kept away from distributor spray bars.
o Rags or waste material capable of spontaneous ignition should never be allowed
to collect on the distributor.
o The exhaust system of the truck motor should be vented away from the tank and
checked frequently for holes and leaks.
o Only familiar persons with the asphalt kettle and the characteristics of asphalt
should be chosen as kettle attendants.
o Gloves must be worn when handling the hand spray attachment.
o All loose connection should be tightened and worn hoses replaced immediately.
o Availability of minimum 2 numbers fire extinguishers to be ensured at the area of
working.
o Persons working nearby when prime coat is being sprayed to be provided with
respiratory protection.
14.4. Road Marking
o All construction personnel must wear minimum requirements of PPE helmet,
safety shoe, Reflective jackets, gloves, goggles, Nose Mask etc.
o Avoid overheating of thermoplastic material more than 70% of the given flash
point as per manufacturer (it is generally not more than 210 °C, as flashing point is
240 °C).
o Signalman should be placed while working near curves & middle of the road.
o Temporary barricades / traffic cones to be placed adequately at required places &
should be removed when not required.

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o The vehicles used to shifting boards should be parked safely at the edges of the
road.
o Flagman with flags & sign paddles should be placed at the required locations to
control the traffic.
o Avoid using stones to barricade the marked area.
o No materials should be left on the road, Ensure clearances of all the tools &
materials from the work area after completing the work in each location.
14.5. Fixing of Permanent Sign Boards
o Boards should not be shifted across the road manually. The vehicle carrying the
boards to be parked in the nearby to the location where the board is likely to be
placed and necessary parking caution to be provided.
o Boards should not be projected out of the vehicle being transported more than the
width of the vehicle in any circumstances. If board is projected beyond the length
of the vehicle it is to be provided with caution flags or lights.
o Boards to be supported adequately before they are fixed rigidly by concreting. See
that the supports are not extended towards the road where traffic is running.
o Permanent Speed limit boards to be provided after ensuring all works in that
particular zone is completed and by removing the speed restriction boards of 40
Km/h provided during construction period. Ensure to fix the permanent boards at
the specified distance without fail. Ensure to fix the permanent boards at the
specified height & ensure the soil stability. Permanent boards should be fixed in
the location where it is clearly visible to the road users.
15. Miscellaneous:
15.1. Fire Safety Plan
15.1.1. Introduction
The Fire Safety plan shall be implemented in two phases. One is the Preventive
measure and the other is Protective measure. More emphasis will be given for
preventive methods. However, certain basic measures and procedures ought to be
established to prevent Fire Accidents. They are given below:-

o Are all employees oriented about FIRE during safety induction program?
o What it is?
o How to prevent its occurrence?
How to extinguish?

Fire needs all these three components

Oxygen, Fuel & Heat shown in fire triangle
above. Fire gets extinguished when one or
more of these components are removed.

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15.1.2. Preventive Methods:

 House Keeping
o An orderly arrangement of material and equipment will be maintained at all
times.
o Construction areas will be cleaned and arranged by safe means on a daily basis to
preclude the creation of tripping, slipping, and fire hazards.
o Walkways, aisles, stairways, and passageways will be maintained in a clear
and unobstructed condition.
o Splinters, nails, sharp edges etc. shall be removed or protected to eliminate the
possibility of injury.
o Appropriate trash containers will be placed strategically on the project and used
for disposal of scrap materials and other construction-generated debris.
o Liquids (such as paints, solvents, thinners, oils, and greases) and any other
material or containers that have contained chemicals will be disposed of in
accordance with project hazardous waste procedures and regulatory
requirements.
o Electric welding leads, cords, wires, electrical cables, and other temporary systems
will be kept off the walking surface in an elevated position. Lunch or eating areas
will be kept clean and free of all food scraps, wrappers, cups, and other disposable
items.
o All scrap lumber, waste material, and rubbish will be removed from the
immediate work area as the work progresses.
o All solvent waste, oily boxes and flammable liquids will be kept in fire-resistant
covered containers until removed from the project.
o Rubbish, waste, and other trash shall be kept in a receptacle.
o Flammable liquids such as gasoline, etc. shall not be used for cleaning purposes.
Stock of materials and equipment shall not be placed so as to block fire doors,
emergency exits and access to firefighting equipment.
o All construction areas and storage yards should be kept clean and well arranged.
o All combustible waste material, wood scaling, soiled rags etc. shall be removed
daily and burden inside suitable burning area.
o Fires, welding, flame cutting shall in general not be permitted in combustible area.
Fires and open flame devices shall not be left unattended.
o Smoking shall be prohibited in all flammable material storage viz. carpentry; pain
shops garages, services stations etc. “No smoking” signs should be posted on all
such areas.
o Accumulation of flammable liquids on floors, walks etc. should be prohibited.
o Flammable liquids, lubricants etc. should be handled and transported in safely
containers & drums.
o Petrol or other flammable liquids with a flash point below 1000F shall not be used
for cleaning purpose.
o Oxygen cylinder shall not be stored with combustible materials.
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o All electric installation should be properly earthed. Repairs should not be made on
electrical circuits until the circuit has de-energized.

The prevention of a fire involves the implementation of a number of measures

including:
o Correct storage of combustible material e.g. Flammable liquids and gases.
o Inspection and maintenance of electrical equipment and the provision of adequate
grounding
o Adherence to end of shift checks by supervisors for all sites to ensure there are no
preventable sources of ignition out of working hours.
o Implicit use of the work Permit system
 Protective Measures
o Adequate fire protection equipment shall be installed and it should be ensured
that they will operate properly when needed. Inspection report shall be
maintained for record purposes.
o The telephone nos. of Fire Service and other emergency service nos. will also be
displayed at every conspicuous location.
 Portable Fire Extinguisher
o Hand-held portable fire extinguishers are basically first aid firefighting equipment
for use against small fires.
o It is important for every employee to know how to identify fire extinguishers, and
how to use them.
o Fire extinguishers should be installed in plain view, in an accessible spot.
 Fire Fighting arrangements:
o Fire extinguishers shall be provided at specific fire hazardous locations.
o The extinguishers shall be inspected, serviced and maintained in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
o Evacuation facilities & fire exit may be provided at all locations featuring the
hazards.
o Siren or other suitable fire alarm arrangement shall be made on project office/plant
locations. Warning signs may be posted at the locations having fire hazards.
o Site Safety manager &concerned staff shall be conversant with the use of all types
of fire extinguishing apparatuses.

 Maintenance of Fire Extinguisher

Once in three months the fire extinguishers installed in the site premises shall be
Checked by Safety Engineer and record it in a register. Monthly inspection shall
be conducted for the smoke detectors in the Porto cabin, to ensure its working
condition.

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15.2. Welding & Cutting:

o All welding and cutting shall be done by workmen who are thoroughly trained in
the work or by trainers under competent supervision.
o Frames of all electric welding machines operated from power circuits shall be
effectively grounded.
o Shields shall be placed around the work to protect persons from glare.
o Welding and cutting shall not be done in the immediate proximity of flammable
materials.
o Welders and helpers shall wear suitable eye-protective devices, non-combustible
helmets and gloves during welding operations.
o Oxygen and Acetylene cylinders or containers shall never be permitted in small
spaces of compartments where welding operations are in progress.
o A helper shall always be at hand to shut of the gas in case of an accident when the
welder is working in a space from where escape is difficult.
o All welding operations should be carried out in a well ventilated space.
o All torches, regulator’s, cylinders and other such equipment’s shall be on an
approved design, regularly inspected & kept in good condition.
15.3. Fire Protection:
To avoid fire hazards the following additional precautions should be observed on all
oxy-acetylene cutting and welding
o Keep hose and cylinder valves free from grease, oil dust and dirt.
o Keep cylinders away from stoves, furnaces and other sources of heat.
o Only gas lighter be used to light the torch. Match – stick to be avoided.
o Avoid use of oxy-acetylene flame in confined space.
o When testing for leaks use only soap water and watch for bubbles.
o Valve protection caps shall be in place when cylinders are not in use.
o All employees shall be made familiar with the location and proper use of
extinguishers in their area of work.
15.4. Gas Cylinders:
o Do not lubricate the cylinder valve or fitting.
o Do not tamper with the number and marking of the cylinder.
o Do not attempt to repair the cylinder.
o Do not roll the cylinder.
o Do not give impact to the cylinder.
o Never use unidentified/unmarked cylinder.
o Oxygen cylinder shall not be stored in close proximity to acetylene cylinders or
other fuel gas inside the building.
o When acetylene cylinders are coupled, approved flash arrestors shall be inserted
between each cylinder.
o Electric magnet or direct slings shall not be used for handling cylinders.

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15.5. Hoses and Torches:

o The hose shall be specially designed for use on cutting and welding operations.
o Special care shall be taken to avoid interchange of oxygen and acetylene hoses.
o Torches that leak at any connection get hot or flash back shall not be used.

15.6. Protection from dust & fumes:

o Workmen must be provided with an ample supply of fresh air. If natural
circulation is not adequate, artificial ventilation shall be provided.
o Spray painting operations shall be so confined as not to contaminate the air where
other men are working. Spray gun operators should be required to wear gloves,
goggles and respirators.
16. SAFETY MEASURES FOR PLANT & MACHINERIES
 General Mandatory

All P&M major equipment’s such as Motor graders, Tippers, Transit mixers,
Roller, Tyre mounted crane, etc. must go through inspection and check once in a
month by safety department accompanied by P&M personnel.

The fitness sticker signed by a P&M Engineer and HSE shall be pasted on the
windscreen near the driver.

Only authorized driver must drive the vehicle and he should have valid driving
license. Identity cards / Photo Pass shall be compulsory for driving the vehicle at
site. Emergency Stop / Pull Card switches are must for the plants.
16.1. Batching Plant
The equipment’s are deployed after obtaining the ‘Equipment fitness certificate’
from the P&M engineer and the HSE engineer (Equipment fitness report for
vehicle and earth moving equipment).
o The plant to be operated, only if all safety devices and safety-related equipment
such as removable guards, emergency stops, sound insulation’s, suction devices,
are in the right position and operative.
o The operator shall check the machine/plant, once at least per shift, for externally
perceptible damage and defects.
o Notify to the P&M Engineer immediately of any changes (including any
deviations from the normal performance in service).
o If any changes / deviations are found, the plant shall be stopped immediately and
necessary repair works to be carried out.
o In case of malfunction, stop immediately and safeguard the machine/plant. Have
thermal function immediately cleared.

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o Starting and stopping procedures, control devices / signals shall be followed

according to the manufacturer’s guidelines as mentioned in the operating
instruction manual.
o Before starting/actuating the machine / plant, it shall be ensured that nobody is
endangered by the starting machine/plant.
o Nobody shall be allowed to step enter in the danger area of skip. The surrounding
area shall be cordoned off when the skip is in operation.
o All openings and cut-outs shall be properly covered or adequately guarded. All
wire ropes shall be inspected at regular intervals and replaced if required.

16.1.1. Maintenance and clearing of Malfunction during Work

o Only authorized P&M technicians are allowed to carry any repair, maintenance
work, and replacement of parts in the Batching plant.
o On and off positions / procedures shall be observed in accordance with the
maintenance guidelines as indicated in the manufacturer’s instruction manual
/ handbook.
o Work Permit System shall be implemented for all repair and maintenance works
carried out in the Batching Plant.
o P&M Engineer executing the maintenance work shall obtain the above work
permit from the Issuing Authority (P&M In charge) before starting the work.
o The plant shall be de-energized, fuses shall be removed and kept under the
custody of Issuing authority, and information shall be displayed informing that,
maintenance work is under progress”.
o After completion of the maintenance work the issuing authority shall check for the
following points,
o All tools and tackles have been removed.
o Whole of the area has been cleared and equipment fit for operation
o If all the above points are checked and found O.K. the equipment shall be
energized and normal operation shall be started.
o During replacement, individual parts and large and/or heavy structural
components must be carefully attached to lifting appliances and safeguarded in
order to avoid a possible source of danger. Only appropriate lifting equipment or
lifting appliances with sufficient carrying capacity shall be used. Nobody should
be allowed to stay or work underneath suspended load.
o Slinging of loads, signaling to crane operators and the whole lifting operation shall
be done under the supervision of authorized P&M Technician only.
o For any work above body height, use appropriate ladder and/or working
platforms. Do not use machine parts as ascending equipment! For maintenance
work in larger height use safety device against falling down.
o Keep all handles, steps, side rails, platforms, stages, ladders free from dirt, oil
spillage and any other slippery material.

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16.1.2. Electrical Safety in Batching Plant

Any work at the electric appliances or operating material should be performed
only by an authorized electrician. The electric equipment of a machine/plant shall
be inspected/checked in regular intervals by an electrician or P&M Engineer with
HSE representative. Defects like loose connections and scorched cables if found
shall be repaired immediately.
16.2. Hot Mix Plant
o All personnel must wear minimum personnel protective equipment such as
helmet, shoe, glass, etc. All motors and belt drives should be well protected. No
workmen with loose clothing should be allowed. Before starting the plant “Alarm
Horn” should be sounded to alert workmen working inside the plant.
o Sufficient nos. of fire extinguishers should be provided and workmen should be
trained on it. Emergency shutdown switches should be placed in well visible areas
and highlighted properly. Before starting long circulation of bitumen, it has to be
ensured that it is hot enough for pumping. All nozzles should be made free from
bitumen jamming after each day’s work.
o The plant should be cleaned every-day and made free of inflammable items like
diesel, grease, etc. lying in unwanted places.
o Limit switches or safety devices should not be by passed in system.
o Condition of LOAD CELLS for Hot Bitumen weighing bucket should be inspected
every day, failure of which may cause overflow of Hot Bitumen.
o Unauthorized persons should not be allowed inside the cabin.
o While carrying out any maintenance in plant ensure that Permit to work taken in
advance and the power source is disconnected and under observation of a
responsible person.
o Hazards of Gas, Dust, Steam, Smoke Perform welding, burning and grinding
work at the machine/plant only if this is explicitly allowed. E.g. fire hazard and
explosion hazard may occur.
o Availability of the firefighting equipment nearby shall be ensured.
16.2.1. Asphalt Plant
o Operation of asphalt plant shall be under the supervision of a competent person.
o Workmen handling hot asphalt shall wear gloves, rubber boots, goggles and
protective clothing. No naked flame shall be used for ascertaining the level of
asphalt.
o Thinners shall not be heated over an open flame. If burner goes out, the fuel
supply shall be cut off and hot tube shall be thoroughly blown out by the fan so as
to prevent backfire. Spilled asphalt shall be promptly cleaned up.
o A chimney or other suitable exhaust arrangements shall be provided to remove
the combustion gases and dust.
Boom Limit
16.2.2. Crane Operations

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Over Hoist Limit  The swinging area of the crane body to

Hook be cordoned. No trespassers to be
allowed in this vicinity.
 The operator should have a clear view
of the operation throughout the hoisting
AnglePoint period.
Point  A trained signalman should give the
standard signal for crane operation.
 A competent rigging gang does material
handling.

16.2.3. Hydraulic Excavators / Earth

Moving equipment

 Operator of valid license is permitted to

operate the crane.
 He should always have his valid
license and the certificate of the
equipment he operates.
 Certified crane only is deployed for the
job.
 Third party inspection to be done.
 Assembling, maintenance and
disassembling on the equipment are  Operator should always have his valid
done as per the manufacturer’s manual. license and the certificate of the
 Overloading shall never be allowed at equipment he operates.
site.  No person should enter the radius of
 The operator should ensure the area is action of Earth-moving equipment
good enough for the crane before when in operation.
marching or parking it.  No Earth-moving equipment /
 Crane shall be stationed on a firm level Excavator should be started up until all
ground. workers are away from the operating
 Proper boom angle and radius shall be radius.
followed to lift the load. Refer the load  The cab of Earth-moving equipment
chart given in the crane manual or fixed should be kept at least 1 m (3 ft 3 in)
inside the crane cabin. from a face being excavated.
 Cranes should not be parked near the  Earth-moving equipment should not
edges of pit or excavations. travel on bridges, viaducts,
 Limit switch of cranes should be tested embankments, etc. unless it has been
frequently for ensuring its proper found safe for it to do so.
functioning.  Adequate precautions should be taken to
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prevent Earth-moving equipment being  When a dozer is moving uphill the

operated in dangerous proximity to live blade should be kept low.
electrical conductors.  Dozer blades should not be used as
 Dusty haulage roads and tracks should brakes except in an emergency.
be watered so as to maintain good 16.4. Transit Mixer
visibility.
 Earth-moving equipment should not be
left on a slope with the engine running.
 No adjustments, maintenance work or
repairs should be made on equipment in
motion.
 Deck plates and steps should be kept
free from oil, grease, mud or other
slippery substances.
16.3. Dozers
 Operator of valid license is permitted to
operate the equipment.
 He should always have his valid
license and the certificate of the
equipment he operates.
 A driver shall follow the indications
given by traffic signs (e.g. - Speed limit,
Sharp turn etc.)
 Reverse Horn to be provided and
frequently checked for its proper
functioning. It shall also be equipped
with first aid kit.
 Before sending the workmen inside the
drum for cleaning, the rotation of the
 Operator of valid license is permitted to drum shall be arrested. Drum cleaning
operate the equipment. should be done under the supervision
 He should always have his valid of the P&M Engineer.
license and the certificate of the  While moving in the public roads the
equipment he operates. driver shall comply with all local traffic
 Before leaving a bulldozer the operator regulations.
shall,  No person shall be allowed to stand
 Apply the brakes between the transit mixer and concrete
 Lower the blade pump. (Refer safe procedures in
 Put the shift lever in neutral concreting)
 At the close of work dozers should be  Use clear and concise hand signals for
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and other operations. While working work site

near excavated pits and trenches the  Inspect leakage in fuel, lubricant &
transit mixer shall be stopped well ahead hydraulic systems. Also check Tyre
of the edge of the trench / pit. inflation & damaged parts. Don’t leave
any parts or tools lying around. Check
16.5. Tipper / Trailer
that all control levers are in neutral
 Operator should have valid license to
position.
operate the equipment.
 While marching on road from one site
 He should always have his valid
to another, ensure the blade is kept in
license and the certificate of the
diagonal position
equipment he operates.
 Indication lights should be switched on
 A driver should follow the indications
at night.
given by traffic signs (e.g. - Speed limit,
 Don’t start engine inside closed
Sharp turn etc.).
workshop premises. Ignition key
 Reverse horn should be provided and
should be removed. Machine wheel
frequently checked for its proper
should be properly jammed while
functioning.
working.
 Tipper should also be equipped with
 Blade should rest on ground or should
first aid kit and a fire extinguisher.
be properly supported.
 While moving in the public roads the
driver should comply with all local 16.7. Wheel Loader
traffic regulations.
 In case of loading or transporting of long
materials, such as built up columns or
MS rods the projection beyond the sides
and end of the bed should be kept
minimum.
 Suitable precautionary measures such as
flags etc. should be provided.
 Materials loaded should be lashed before
starting the trailer.
16.6. Motor Grader

 Before starting operations, place must be

properly observed (obstructions /
overhead power lines / marks for
 Examine the land and kind of soil at underground cabling).
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 While idling, loaded bucket should be

rested on ground.  Safety instructions shall be followed
 After stopping the machine release all according to the manufacturer’s
hydraulic pressure in system. guidelines as mentioned in the
 Workmen should not be carried in W-20 operating instruction manual.
buckets.  All Lights should be checked for
working condition.
16.8. Bitumen Paver
 Reverse horn, all gauges must be
 Safety instructions shall be followed
checked for working condition.
according to the manufacturer’s
 A red flag shall be tied in the side of the
guidelines as mentioned in the operating
machine
instruction manual.
 Roller should not operate beyond
 Fire Extinguisher shall be provided.
500mm from the edge of the high
 Operator should possess his driving
embankment. Proper guidance shall be
license while operating.
provided to the operator by fixing flags
 All Lights should be checked for
/ pegs. Roller should not vibrate while
working condition. A red flag shall be
crossing the bridge.
tied top side of machine in both sides.
16.9. Road Roller

16.10. Light equipment’s

16.10.1.Working Machinery:
o Safe means shall be provided for the removal of sawdust, chips and shavings from
all wood working machinery.
o Circular ripsaws shall be provided with hood guard. Splitter and anti-kick back
device. All circular saws shall be provided with hood guards
o All planners & jointers shall be guarded and have cylindrical heads with throats in
the cylinder.
o All swing cut off and redial saws or similar machines, which are drawn across a
table shall be equipped with limit switches to prevent the cutting edge of the tool
from extending beyond the edge of table.
o Band saw bladders shall be fully enclosed except at point of operation.
o The use of cracked, bent or otherwise defective parts such as saw blades, cutters
and knives are prohibited.
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16.10.2.Grinding Wheel:
o All grinding wheels to be protected by hoods.
o New wheels must to inspect carefully before fixing.
o Wheels should be tested frequently for balance and if out of round shall be trued
up by a competent workman.
o Wheels used in wet grinding shall never be left standing in water.
o Wheels designed for hand operation shall never be used on power operated signs.
o Grinding on the site of the wheel in hazardous and shall not be permitted.
o Direct current motors shall not be used for operating grinding wheels unless
equipped with some approved device to prevent over spreading.

16.10.3.Lifting Appliances:
Every lifting appliance and every part thereof including all working gear and all
plant or gear used for anchoring or fixing such appliances shall:

o Be of good mechanical construction, sound material, and adequate strength and

free from patent defect.
o Be properly maintained and
o Be inspected at least once every week by a competent person and a report of the
result of the inspection entered in a register maintained for the purpose.

16.10.4.Travelling:
o Minimum clearance of 2 meters from nearby structures shall be maintained with
travelling lifting appliances.
o Where minimum clearance of 2 meters from nearby structures is not possible,
suitable warning like peal of gongs should be sounded before crane commences to
move.
o A minimum distance of 2 meter must be maintained between the boom and all
power lines during the travelling operation of a mobile crane.

16.10.5.Platforms & Cabins:

o Platforms for persons driving or operating the cranes or for signalers shall be
provided with safe means of access.
o The driver’s cabin should have proper lighting, ventilation and clear vision.

16.10.6.Drums & Pulleys:

o At least two round of such chains or rope shall remain on the drum in every
operation.

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o Drums or pulleys of lifting appliances shall be of suitable diameter in relation to

the sizes of chains or wire ropes used round them.

16.10.7.Brakes controls & safety devices:

o Every crane crab and winch shall be provided with an efficient brake or brakes
and dogs or pawls or other safety devices to prevent the fall of the load.
o The crane shall not leave unattended under loading condition.
o Side pulls shall not be made with cranes or derricks. The crane or derrick boom
shall be directly over the load to be lifted.
o Riding on loads, hooks hammers material hoists, or buckets shall not be
permitted.

16.10.8.Cranes with derricking jobs:

o On every crane having a derricking jib there shall be provided and maintained an
effective interlocking arrangement of sound construction except where:

a) The hoisting drum and the derricking drum are independently driven.
b) The mechanism driving the derricking drum is self-looking stability.

o No fixed crane shall be used unless it is securely anchored or adequately weighted

as to secure stability.
o Effective stops at the end of track shall be provided in each travelling jib crane.
o The position and amount of counter weight shall be indicated on the crane.

16.10.9.Competent persons for operation:

o Only qualified operator shall be employed to operate the crane. Operators shall
have the following additional qualification.
a) Be able to read and understand the signs notice operating instructions and
signal codes used.
b) Be not less than 18 years of age.
c) Physically fit to safe operation of equipment’s.

o If the person operating a lifting appliance has no clear view of the load, there shall
be appointed signalers to give signals to the operator.
o The crane operator should recognize signals from only one person designated as
signalman.

16.10.10. Testing & Examination:

o All lifting appliance shall be tested one in every period of four years and
thoroughly examined once every year by a competent person.

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o Any lifting appliance to which any substantial alternation has been carried out
shall not be taken into use unless it is tested and thoroughly examined by a
competent person.
o Results of all tests and through examinations shall be entered in a register to be
maintained by the occupier.

16.10.11. Making of safe working loads:

o The safe working load or safe working loads and a means of identification shall be
plainly marked:
o Upon every crane crab and;
o Upon every pulley block, gin wheel, shear legs or derrick pole or mast used in the
raising or lowering of any load.
o No jib crane with fixed or derricking jib shall be used unless it is fitted with an
automatic load indicator.
o The lifting appliance, shear legs or derrick pole or mast or any part thereof shall
not be loaded beyond the safe working load except for the purpose of testing.

16.10.12. Haulage Trucks:

o Vehicle shall be maintained in good mechanical condition.
o Special attention should be given to brakes, horns, tyres, steering, mechanism &
signaling devices.
o No person should be allowed to enter in the vehicle or travel in it except under
written order.
o They should be prohibited from standing in the vehicles or sitting on the top of
the side planks of the body.
o No person should be allowed to get down from or get into the vehicle while is in
motion.
o No driver of the truck shall backup a truck unless assisted by a signalman.
o Workmen shall not be transported standing in the truck with their heads above
the cab where they are liable to be injured by low hanging wires, tree branches etc.

16.10.13. Heavy Machineries:

 Inspection:
o Before any machinery or mechanized equipment is put into use on the job, it shall
be inspected by a competent person.
o Unsafe machinery shall be at the operator’s position, labeled “Out of order” or
“Do not use”.

 Operations:
o Only qualified and authorized personnel shall operate machinery and mechanized
equipment.
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o Machinery or equipment requiring an operator shall not be permitted to run

unattended.
o Minimum 3 meters shall be maintained from exposed high voltage live lines.
o Operator and all workmen in the immediate vicinity shall avoid use of loose
clothing, large open sleeves, bulky trousers etc.
o No person shall take rest or sleep near a parked machine.
17. Permits to Work
The HSE department shall develop a permit-to-work system, which is a formal written
system used to control certain types of work that are potentially hazardous. A permit-
to-work is a document, which specifies the work to be done, and the precautions to be
taken. Permits-to-work form an essential part of safe systems of work for many
construction activities. HSE department shall allow work to start only after safe
procedures have been defined and must provide a clear record that all foreseeable
hazards have been considered. Permits to Work are usually required in high-risk areas
as identified by the Risk Assessments.

A permit is needed when construction work can only be carried out if normal
safeguards are dropped or when new hazards are introduced by the work. Examples
of high risk activities include but are not limited to:

o Work in Close Proximity to Overhead Power lines

o Deep Excavation
o Lifting Operation

The permit-to-work form must help communication between everyone involved. It

should be designed by the HSE team by issuing the permit, taking into account
individual site conditions and requirements. Separate permit forms may be required
for different tasks, such as hot work and entry into confined spaces, so that sufficient
emphasis can be given to the particular hazards present and precautions required.
The permit to work form should contain:

o Clear identification of who may authorize particular jobs (and any limits to their
authority);
o Clear identification of who is responsible for specifying the necessary precautions
(e.g. isolation, emergency arrangements, etc.);
o A detailed description of the task clearly identifying the work to be done and the
associated hazards;
o Plans and diagrams be used if appropriate to assist in the description of the work
to be done, its location and limitations;
o Identity of the hazards and the precautions to be taken;

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o Clear rules about how the job should be controlled or abandoned in the case of an
emergency;
o The time limitations should be stated;
o Job specific toolbox talk conducted by the site supervisor/HSE team
A Permit to Work authorization form shall be completed with the maximum
duration period not exceeding 24 hours.

A copy of each Permit to Work shall be displayed, during its validity, in a conspicuous
location in close proximity to the actual works location to which it applies.
18. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN:-
The two primary objective of temporary traffic control is to manage the traffic as
efficiently and safely as possible under all work conditions and second objective of
these guidelines is to lay down procedures to be adopted by field engineers to ensure
the safe and efficient movement of traffic and also to ensure the safety of workers at
site undertaking the construction.
18.1. Objectives
o Warn the road user clearly and sufficiently in advance.
o Provide safe and clearly marked lanes for guiding users.
o Provide safe and clearly marked buffer and work zones.
o Provide adequate measures that control driver behavior through construction
zones.

Traffic management plan gives the detailed guideline for traffic management in most
of the common situations at our Road works. Traffic Control Plan is prepared based
on this general guideline and applying the following variables, which may vary from
project to project. The variables are;

o Average Vehicular Traffic density in peak and non-peak hours

o Maximum width of lane required for construction during various activities
o Number and types of junctions in the road
o Availability of standard footpath and its location and dimensions
o Change in the lane width if any and its location
o Regulatory and advisory speed limits etc.

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18.2. Construction Zone

Construction Zone is an integral part of any road construction system. The safety
practices in construction will, therefore, be oriented towards reducing conditions,
which lead to such hazards and consequent stress whereby risk of accident
increases.

Safety measures will be aimed at avoiding hazardous conditions especially in

work sub zones where major construction activities are going on.

These are the area of the highway which involves the conflict of the right of use
between the road users and authority responsible for the maintenance /
improvement of the highway. It comprises of four sub-zones which are,
 Advance Warning Sub-zone
 Transition Sub-zone
 Working Sub-zone
 Terminal Sub-zone

18.2.1. Advance Warning Sub-zone

The advance-warning sub-zone is meant to prepare the driver for an alert
behavior and is an essential part of any traffic control system. The warning
system shall educate the driver well in advance by providing information
regarding distance, extent and type of hazard ahead so that he can
gradually reduce the speed of his vehicle. The information in this sub-zone
is conveyed mostly through a series of traffic signs along its length. Signs
should be placed at around 60m before the work zone giving warning to
the drivers about the construction work going ahead.
18.2.2. Transition Sub-zone
The transition sub-zone is the area in which the traffic is steered and
guided into and out of the diverted path around the work sub-zone. This is
the most crucial sub-zone from safety point of view since most of the
movements are turning movements. The traffic in this sub-zone is mostly
taken across with the help of barricades and channelizes. This zone is about
30m before the actual work zone in the area, and signs should highlight it.
18.2.3. Work Sub-zone
This is the actual area where construction or maintenance activity on the
road is taking place, and therefore the safety of the Project workers /
pedestrians / members of the road are the major concern at site from the
plying traffic. The path of the traffic must be clearly delineated to avoid
intrusion of vehicles moving into the work area.

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18.2.4. Terminal Sub-zone

An information sign board will be erected in this sub – zone to inform road
users of the end of Construction Zone. A sign announcing the end of work
zone should be placed.

18.3. Recommended length for Construction Zones

Table 1: Recommended Lengths of Traffic Control Zones

Average Approach Length of advance Length Approach Length of

Speed (Km/h) warning Zone (M) Transition Zone(M) working Zone(M)
50 or less 100 50
51-80 100-300 50-100

81-100 300-500 100-200 Varies

Over 100 1000 200-300

18.4. Traffic Control Devices

The traffic across these sub-zones is guided with the help of various traffic control
devices erected at the site. Traffic control devices in the construction zones perform the
crucial task of warning, informing and alerting the driver apart from guiding the vehicle
movements so that the driver of the vehicle as well as the workers on site are protected
and safe passage to the traffic is possible.
The primary traffic control devices used in work sub-zones are signs, delineators,
barricades, cones, pylons, pavement markings, flashing lights etc. They shall be such that
they are easily understood without any confusion, are clearly visible during day and
night, conform to the prevailing speeds in immediate vicinity, stable against sudden
adverse weather conditions and are easy in installation, removal and maintenance.
Barricades, signs, markings, flags, lights and flagmen as may be necessarily required for
the information and protection of traffic approaching or passing through the section of
the highway under construction/maintenance.

18.4.1. Regulatory signs

Regulatory signs mean legal restrictions on the traffic. They shall be used only in
consultation with the local police and /or authorities. The most common types for the use
in construction zones are “Do not Enter”, “Road Closed”, Give Way to Pedestrian”,
Speed limit etc.

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18.4.2. Warning Signs

The most common type of warning signs to alert the drivers of the possible dangers
ahead in construction zones are “Lane Closed”, “Diversion to other Carriageway”,
“Divided Carriageway Starts”, “Divided Carriageway Ends” and “Two Way Traffic” etc.
Sometimes these signs are explained better with the help of a rectangular definition plate
of size appropriate to the size of warning triangle and placed 0.15 m below, from the
bottom of the triangle.

18.4.3. Direction Signs

Guide signs in construction zones shall have different background color than the normal
informatory signs. These signs shall have black messages and arrows on yellow
background. The commonly used guide signs are: “Diversion”, “Road Ahead Closed”
and “Sharp Deviation of route” etc.

18.4.4. Delineators
These channelizing devices such as cones, traffic cylinders, tapes, drums are placed in or
adjacent to the roadway to guide the drivers along a safe path and to control the flow of
traffic. These shall normally be retro-reflectorized for night visibility.

18.4.5. Traffic Cones and Cylinders:

Traffic cones shall normally be 0.5m to 0.75m high and 0.3m to 0.4m in diameter or in
square shape at the base. These are mostly made of plastic or rubber with retro
reflectorized red and white band and have suitable anchoring so that they are not easily
blown over or displaced, it might be preferable to use double cones, one over the other.
The cones shall be placed close enough together to give an impression of the continuity.
The spacing shall be 3m (close) to 9m (normal). Larger size cones can be used for high
speeds or where more conspicuous guidance is required.

18.4.6. Drums:
Empty bitumen drums (made of metal) cut to the required height can be used as
channelizing devices since they are highly visible, give the appearance of being
formidable objects, thereby commanding the respect of the drivers. These drums can also
be of plastic, which are lighter, easy to transport and store. As delineators, these drums
shall be about 0.80 to 1m high and 0.30m in diameter. They shall be painted in
circumferential strips 0.10 m to 0.15 m wide, alternatively in black and white colors.

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18.4.7. Barricades:
Whenever the traffic has to be restricted from entering the work areas, such as
excavations or material storage sites so that protection to workers is provided or there is
a need for separating the two-way traffic, barricades can be used. The barricades can be
portable or permanent type and can be made of wooden planks, metal or other suitable
material. The horizontal component facing the traffic is made of 0.30 m wide wooden
planks joined together and painted in alternate yellow and white strips of 0.15 m width
and sloping down at an angle of 45 degree in the direction of the traffic. Barricade Types
II and I are portable type useful for small works and Type III is permanent type, suitable
for major work areas. Suitable support or ballasting shall be provided so that they do not
over turn or blown away in strong winds. In case of a permanent type barricade, a gate
or movable section shall be separately provided to allow the movement of
construction/supervision vehicles.

18.4.8. Flagmen:
In large construction sites, flagmen with flags and sign paddles shall be effectively used
to guide the safe movements. The flags for signaling shall be 0.60 m x 0.60 m size, made
of a good red cloth and securely fastened to a staff of approximately 1m in length.

Red Flag - Minimum size 600 X 600 mm (Polyester cloth advisable)

Securely fastened to a staff of length approx. 1 m
STOP Sign Paddle - Shape - Octagonal
(Light in weight) Width - 600 mm with rigid handle
Background Color - Red, Letter Color - White
SLOW Sign Paddle - Shape - Octagonal
(Light in weight) Width - 600 mm with rigid handle
Background Color - Yellow, Letter Color - Black
Border Color - Black

Flagmen need to maintain the flow of traffic continuous past a work zone at relatively
reduced speeds by suitably regulating the traffic. They shall stop the traffic for a while
whenever required (e.g. for entry and exit of construction equipment in to work zone).

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