g safe_ hse magazine_ issue 10 april 2016

G-SAFEA Quarterly HSE Magazine of Galfar Qatar

Issue : 10 April 2016

Good to Go SafetyPromote workplace safety

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Q1 - HSE Performance

TOPIC OF THE MONTH

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

HSE QUIZ CORNER

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HSE MONTHLY CAMPAIGN

WORKPLACE LIGHTING - Safety

HSE TRAININGS, R&R - Q1

World day of safety & Health

Safety while Fueling

Congratulations Galfar Team!!!

Galfar has got this certification for thecampaign held on last December 2015 &January 2016. QRC doctors had arrivedour premises and trained our employeeson Health and hygiene living situation &Working condition. All the workers wereissued a free personal hygiene kit

Galfar Al Misnad has awarded by Qatar RedCrescent for a active participation in the“National communicable diseases preventioncampaign” which jointly organized by QRCand Supreme Council of Health. Qatar RedCrescent is a volunteer charitableorganization that was established in March,1978. It was an international recognition in1981 by the International Committee of theRed Cross in Geneva, and joined theInternational Federation of Red Cross andRed Crescent in the same year.


Building31%

Infra12%

MEP9%

O&G12%

E&I19%

Plant5%

HO4%

Camp3%

GFM5%

Division wiseincident status

FAC24%

MTC6%

LTI1%

RTA60%

UD/PD9%

Fire0%

Environment0%

Incident Classification

LAGGINGINDICATORS-KPI

Target ActualYTD

Fatality 0 0

LTIFR <0.6 0.10

Corporate HSE KPITarget Vs. Status

LEADING INDICATORS ( PROACTIVE) Target Status

Implementing HSE management software By Q2 In Progress

Introducing/strengthening Internal Permit to Work system Q1 Done and on going

Exclusive HSE training facility with dedicated trainer to improve the HSE Induction and other associated HSE trainings

2016 Under planning stage

STOP observations: All HOD should do 1 STOP audit in a month and achieve the company level 75 % of participation

75% 20% participation

Incident Investigation: 100% completion of root cause analysis of all the injuries/High Potential incidents

>90% 100%

Adherence to Yearly HSE training Plan >90% 80%

Implementing BSC 5 Star Management system in any 2 projects and target for Sword of Honor Award.

2016 Final audit scheduled in June’16

Quarterly HSE magazine Quarterly Quarterly

HSE awareness theme monthly Monthly On going

Adherence to HSE inspection plan of Camps and facilities Quarterly Q1 done

IMS procedures review inline with ISO 14001: 2015 standards 2016 On track

GSAS Service provider registration 2016 Completed

Incident Analysis


After the successful implementation of HSEmonthly campaigns at 2015, Our corporateHSE management system had decided tolaunch the HSE theme specific monthlycampaign programme again in 2016 toenable, continual improvement in HSEperformance. And this time Along with Plantdepartment we started with “Drive SafeCampaign” on Jan 2016. In this campaign,we have invited the Qatar traffic authoritypersonnel of MOI also to train ouremployees to improve the awareness onRoad safety. As a part of this campaign, anawareness session has arranged for ouremployees at Head office and all nearby ouremployees have been invited. The presenceof employees including senior managementpersonnel shows the commitment oforganization towards HSE.


Other than that awareness session,Awareness trainings were organized at allcamps for all drivers and vehicles holders.Best drivers and operators recognized withcertificates and gift vouchers.

Highlights of the monthly HSE campaign, arementioned below→January 2016 - Road safety awareness

trainings organized at all our camps andHead office. Qatar traffic authoritypersonnel made their presence andeducated our employees.

→Defensive Driving Technique trainingsessions organized for Drivers and vehicleholders →138 employees rewarded

including LDD, HDD andOperators

→6 staff members rewarded

In that session, Lt. Fahad – a senior policeofficer and Mr. Faisal Hudwai from PRdepartment from MOI had presented asession on Statutory Traffic Rules. Our SGMMr. Hemachandran delivered a presentationwith accident statistics regarding Roadsafety. The session ended with rewardsdistribution and recognition.

600 employees

trained

Lifting the Burden

What measures can we take to reduce the toll of workplace stress on our societies and business?

Here are five ideas that we believe can have a profound impact:

Continued focus : Awareness on these issues is growing. In most countries policymakers and

social partners have become involved in concrete interventions to tackle psychosocial hazards,

which are the causes of work-related stress. Social partners have been active, awareness raising

campaigns have proliferated and many research networks and professional associations have

become involved.

Prevention: The protection of mental health at work has more impact if it focuses on preventive

strategies. It is essential to handle the causes and the consequences of work-related stress with a

combination of both collective and individual measures.

Inclusion: Greater opportunities for participating in decision-making are associated with greater

satisfaction and a higher feeling of self-esteem. In the long-term, even small amounts of autonomy

in the execution of tasks are beneficial for the mental health and productivity of workers.

Participation in decision-making in the workplace moderates the effects of psychosocial hazards.

Management. A comprehensive OSH management system would ensure improved preventive

practices and incorporation of health promotion measures. This should include psychosocial risks

in risk assessment and management measures with a view to effectively managing their impact in

the same way as with other OSH risks in the workplace. Workers’ participation in this process is

crucial.

Organizational Culture: ILO experience shows the importance of the social environment in

shaping work behaviors and valuing them; human resource policies play a role in ensuring working

relationships based on trust, authenticity and partnership.

The ILO celebrates the World Day for Safety and Health at Work on the 28 April to promote

the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. This year, “Workplace

Stress: a collective challenge” is the theme of the campaign

Source: www.ilo.org


1. Beware of pinch points – Train yourself to recognize pinchpoints and avoid placing your hands and fingers in suchhazardous spots. Even a small deviation on workplaceconcentration can result with permanent disability. Inform andalert the co-workers also, once the hazard spotted

2. Expect the un-expected: When using wrenches, persuaders,bars and other hand tools with which you expect resistance,anticipate that the tool might slip or the object to which pressureis being applied may suddenly give away. Failure to anticipatesuch an occurrence could result in painful and serious injuries tohands and fingers.

3. Inspect Tools: Check to see if they are in good condition andsafe to use. A wrench with worn or spread jaws, a mushroom-headed chisel, a worn screw-driver or a hammer with crackedhandle are examples of defective tools, which are frequently thecause of injuries to hand and fingers.

4. Do-not work on moving equipment un-necessarily: If theequipment can be stopped, do so. Working on movingequipment presents a real threat to hand fingers.

5. Avoid touching lines or equipment that is hot: Every hotline of hot piece of equipment is a potential source of painfulinjury to any hand or finger that comes in contact with it.

Every part of our body is very important to us and involved inall type of works and exposed to various kind of risks. Inparticular, our hands and fingers play an important role in ourday-to-day life and in our occupation. Hence they are havinghigh probability to expose to risks, than any other body part.The statistical report of our organization (From Jan to March2016) also proves the above statement. When we refer ourstatistical report, nearly half of the injuries happened to fingersand hands. This emphasizes the importance of prevention andprotection of fingers and hands workplace hazards. Furtherpassages will give several ideas, guidelines to prevent such ofincidents and injuries to fingers during work.

Eventually “The workplace and the world are full ofhand traps”. Don’t expose your valuable hands andfingers to cheaper trap points. Think as you work.Protect your hands and fingers by using foresight andavoiding those situations and actions that carry apotential for injury.

6. Replace machine guards: The presence of machine guardis an important factor in keeping hands and fingers out ofdangerous areas.

8. Be-mindful of equipment that starts automatically:Never work on such equipment without first de-energizingit and eliminating the possibility of automatic startup.Lockout-Tagout procedure should be followed

7. De-energize electrical equipment prior to working on-it.Flash burns caused by electrical equipment shorting out arean ever-present threat to hands and fingers when workaround such equipment is being performed

9. Be mindful when closing doors. Keep hands and fingersclear. : It is safe bet that everyone has at one time oranother caught a finger in a door. Attention to detail canprevent this painful and sometimes serious injury. Cardoors seem to be especially dangerous for children’sfingers.

10. If the work being performed requires gloves, usethem. Gloves offer protection from wood and metalsplinters, caustics, electrical burns, thermal burns,chemicals and many other sources of injury

Fingers


The first and most obvious reason for high quality lightingis how light can eliminate workplace trips and falls. Thebetter lit area is the safer it is, and if all workers can clearlysee any hazards the easier for them to avoid them.

Activity Typical LocationAverage light

(lux)Minimum light (lux)

Movement of people, machines and vehicles.

Lorry park, corridors, circulation routes. 20 5

Movement of people, machines and vehicles in hazardous areas; rough work not requiring any perception of detail.

Construction site clearance, excavation and soil work, loading bays, bottling and canning plants.

50 20

Work requiring limited perception of detail.

Kitchens, factories assembling large components, potteries.

100 50

Work requiring perception of detail. Offices, sheet metal work, book binding. 200 100

Work requiring perception of fine detail.

Drawing offices, factories assembling electronic components, textile production.

500 200

Workplace safety at work is one of the biggest concerns for any business. Especially in constructionfield, due to the daily progress, the risk level is immeasurable. There are lot of factors contributingin build of risks, in particular workplace lighting also plays a major role in controlling of workrelated hazards and risks. The lighting of the workplace can hugely influence personal well-beingand health, safety, performance & motivation.

Lux is a unit of light measurement taking areainto account. In other words, light intensity. It can bemeasured by Lux meter.

Light intensity is measured in “Lux”. This can be a difficult scale to understand. The table belowgives some idea of how light intensity can vary in different situations

Illuminance Example

1 lux Full moon overhead

50 lux Family living room

100 lux Very dark overcast day

400 lux Sunrise or sunset on a clear day. Well lit office area

1000 lux Overcast day, typical TV studio lighting

10,000-25000 lux Full daylight (not direct sun)

32,000-130,000 lux Direct sunlight

Importance of Workplace lighting

Why? Workplace lighting

Lux

Data Ref: http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/hsg38.pdf

Workplace lighting requirements

http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/hsg38.pdf


In Occupational Health and Safety perception, Heat stress is one of the biggest challenge inGCC countries which is not present in the other regions of world. It is well known by all ofus that the forthcoming months are very crucial for the employees who will be working out-side the buildings, because of higher temperature levels. In Qatar, especially during themonths of July to September, the temperature level will touch higher limits like 47-50° C.Also the rise in relative humidity makes the higher heat index limits which leads the “HeatStress”.

Heat stress is the effect of the hot environmenton a person’s ability to maintain a normal bodytemperature. Physical works generates heat inthe body which must be lost to the environmentthrough sweating and evaporation.A hot or humid environment makes this moredifficult and this can affect both mental andphysical performance. Inability of body heatadequately may result in heat illness. Astemperature rise, so does the risk of heat illness.

There are many factors but some of the important ones of concern are: High airtemperature, heat waves, high relative humidity, low air movement, work load severityand duration, un-protective clothing, non acclimatization, sleep deprivation, poornutrition, substance abuse and excessive caffeine intake.

Eliminating the de-hydration by means of in-taking plenty of water. Its better to avoidtaking salts forms, who is already havinghealth issues.

Adequate Rest shelters with air-conditioningfacility can be provided in accordance withthe site strength.

Work-rest schedule can be developed and implemented as per the heat index. Heatindex monitoring should be carried in regular basis.

The work timing schedule established by the government and as per our own policycan be implemented

Acclimatization program for new personnel should be developed and implemented Encouraged to use light colored and loose clothing Training and instructions on Heat stress symptoms diagnosis and basic first aid.

Heat Stress

Risk Factors

Controls


The following table may help in identifying and managing both the early and late signssymptoms of Heat stress.

Disorder Health effects, signs & symptoms, First aid

Heat Rash

Wherein a temporary, discomforting rash on the skin develops. If untreated it canworsen and lead to a serious infection. This problem is common in hot, humidenvironments where sweat cant easily evaporate from the skin.

Heat rashes shall be prevented and treated by resting in a cool place and regularlybathing and drying the skin.

Heat Cramps

Temporary conditions characterized by painful spasms of the arms, legs or abdomenduring or after work. Reversible with prompt treatment.

Treatment consist of rest and drinking liquids along with salt or electrolytes. Quickerrelief can be gained at a medical facility by administering IV fluids. Remove the workerfrom further heat exposure.

Heat Exhaustion

Heat induced illness that can cause serious injury. It occurs in workers who do notreply fluids lost through sweating, symptoms include tiredness, weakness, thirst anddizziness with occasional head-ache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and fainting. The skinclammy and moist, complexion pale or flushed. Body temperature is normal or slightlyhigh. Sometimes worker experiencing heat exhaustion will exhibit irrational behavioror make poor judgement leading to errors. This can lead to workplace accidents.

Treatment includes bringing the patient to a cooler environment. Have him rest lyingdown and give small amounts of fluids by mouth until recovered. Remove the workerfrom further heat exposure. Call external medical support for further treatment.

Heat Stroke

Heat stroke is a medical emergency!!! Medical care must ne provided quickly in orderfor the person to survive. It is caused by a failure of the body temperature. Heatstroke symptoms may include hot, dry skin, pulse is rapid and blood pressure falls,seizure, involuntary tremor, irrational behavior, loss of consciousness, convulsions andcoma.

Rapid cooling of the body should begin immediately. Immerse in chilled wateraccompanied by vigorous massage of the skin. Loosen clothing, move to shade, spraywith cool water and fan. Do not attempt to give fluids by mouth to an unconsciousperson. Heat strike may be fatal unless promptly and adequately treated. Call externalmedical support for further treatment.


QMS Internal auditor trainingIOSH Work safely – Engg & Supervisor

HSE Training Details

Jan-2016 IOSH Leading Safely for HODs &

Project Managers – One-day HSE Officers Training - 2 Days Lead Auditor – Transition course Road Safety awareness training

across the company Defensive Driving Course Feb-2016

IOSH Working Safely for SiteEngineers & Supervisors - One-day

HSE Trainings have beenorganized across the company(Project sites & Camps) as percorporate HSE Training schedule


Awareness sessions on Road safety as part of Monthly HSE campaign

Nearly 1000

employees trained

Trainings at sites


Rewards and recognition program is an integral process of Galfar HSE management system, Total 78 personnel recognized through this scheme with certificate and incentives for the term Q1-2016. Subcontractors also encouraged and involved in this initiative.

1. As per BS-OHSAS 18001:2007, An incident isa. which has given rise to injury, ill-health or fatalityb. Which has no injury but referred to a ‘Near-miss’ or ‘Dangerous occurrence’c. An emergency situationd. All the above

2. How many times Galfar Al Misnad has awarded International Safety award from BSC,UK ?a. 1 b. 2c. 3 d. 0

3. Which are generally recommended as the best sleeping positions for back pain recovery a. On stomach with legs level b. On back with legs level c. On side with knees slightly bent or back with pillows under knees d. All the above

4. It is not necessary to report an incident of small quantity of chemical spill.a. True b. Falsec. Based on the situation

5. LMRA Stands for ? __________

Winners of the last edition HSE Quiz

Quiz for this edition

Answers to the last edition quiz

1.B 2.D 3.D 4.A 5.Short term exposure limit

Mr. HemachandranSGM - Infra.

Mr. Rajeshwar RaoManager QA/QC.

Mr. ThomasDGM - Oil & Gas.

Mr. Vijayan K KDeputy Manager QA/QC.

Mr. Gopan DinakaranAssistant - Administration.

Mr. Mohamed SamadDocument Controller.

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