The construction industry is one of the occupations with the highest risk of occupational accidents during construction. Every accident that occurs is a loss of people, money and reputation of the business to the occurrence of the incident. Therefore, compliance with safety principles in construction is one of the first requirements that investors make when negotiating construction contracts.
Safety training for Construction Workers is mandatory with the following contents:
VIETTOP SAFETY PROCEDURES
1. Scaffolding
– Do not use scaffolds unless they have been erected by trained workmen and under the supervision of a competent person.
– Only use scaffolding that has been tested and certified for safety by an authorized person before use.
– Strictly follow the instructions of a competent person. Do not alter the scaffold unless authorized to do so.
– When it is necessary to work on a mobile scaffold, lock the wheels of the scaffold before you start working.
– Do not work on a scaffold unless it has been provided with a suitable working platform.
2. Fencing
– Do not work in a dangerous place unless its floor edges and openings have been installed with secure fencing.
– If you notice any dangerous places that have not been installed with fencing or the fencing has been damaged, reinstall or repair the fencing. If this is beyond your capability, inform your supervisor at once.
3. Ladder
– Use a ladder which is of good construction, sound material and adequate strength.
– Examine the ladder before using it and inspect it at regular intervals.
– Place the ladder on a level and firm footing.
– Place the ladder at an appropriate angle.
– Ensure that the ladder has a sufficient length. The upper end of the ladder should be at least 1 metre above the landing against which the ladder leans
– Do not use a ladder unless its upper or lower end has been securely fixed or secured by another worker.
– If there are electrical installations nearby, do not use metal ladders.
– If work is carried out 2 metres or more above the floor, use a suitable working platform.
4. Fall Protection
– Consider using aerial lifts or elevated platforms to provide safer elevated working surfaces;
– Erect guardrail systems with toeboards and warning lines or install control line systems to protect workers near the edges of floors and roofs;
– Cover floor holes; and/or
– Use safety net systems or personal fall arrest systems (body harnesses)
5. Stairways
– Stairway treads and walkways must be free of dangerous objects, debris and materials.
– Slippery conditions on stairways and walkways must be corrected immediately.
– Make sure that treads cover the entire step and landing.
– Stairways having four or more risers or rising more than 30 inches must have at least one handrail.
6. Trenching
– Never enter an unprotected trench.
– Always use a protection system for deep or large groove feet.
– Employ a registered professional engineer to design a protective system for trenches 20 feet deep or greater.
– Always provide a way to exit a trench--such as a ladder, stairway or ramp--no more than 25 feet of lateral travel for employees in the trench.
– Keep spoils at least two feet back from the edge of a trench.
– Make sure that trenches are inspected by a competent person prior to entry and after any hazard-increasing event such as a rainstorm, vibrations or excessive surcharge loads
7. Cranes
– Check all crane controls to insure proper operation before use.
– Inspect wire rope, chains and hook for any damage.
– Know the weight of the load that the crane is to lift.
– Ensure that the load does not exceed the crane's rated capacity.
– Raise the load a few inches to verify balance and the effectiveness of the brake system.
– Check all rigging prior to use; do not wrap hoist ropes or chains around the load.
– Fully extend outriggers.
– Do not move a load over workers.
– Barricade accessible areas within the crane's swing radius.
– Watch for overhead electrical distribution and transmission lines and maintain a safe working clearance of at least 10 feet from energized electrical lines.
8. Loads lifting Machinery
– Unless you are a worker concerned, do not work in an area where a loader, an excavator, etc. is in operation.
– Do not operate any loadshifting machinery without training and approval
– Operators of forklift trucks, bulldozers, loaders, excavators, trucks or lorries should possess appropriate certificates.
9. Cartridge-operated Fixing Tool
– Do not operate a cartrid-geoperated fixing tool unless you have possessed a valid certificate.
– Wear suitable eye and ear protectors while operating a cartridge-operated fixing tool.
– Use a cartridge-operated fixing tool with great care
10. Electricity
– Before using an electric tool, check the tool and its plug and connecting cable.
– Do not use a damaged tool.
– Do not use an electric tool unless its connecting cable is well protected.
– Do not use an electric tool unless its metal casing is earthed and its power supply is provided with an earth leakage circuit breaker.
– Do not repair or alter any electrical installation unless competent to do so.
– If you meet any fault or problem, report it to your supervisor immediately
11. Fire Risk
There is always a fire risk. However, the chances of fire can be reduced, and you will know what to do when a fire breaks out if you:
– Always keep the workplace clean and tidy.
– Handle machinery and tools that may generate sparks or heat carefully.
– Do not smoke or use naked flames in any area where flammable and explosive substances are stored.
– Know where fire extinguishers are located and how they are used.
– Know the place of assembly for fire evacuation
– Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
12. Labor protection
Eye and Face Protection
– Safety glasses or face shields are worn anytime work operations can cause foreign objects getting into the eye such as during welding, cutting, grinding, nailing (or when working with concrete and/or harmful chemicals or when exposed to flying particles).
– Eye and face protectors are selected based on anticipated hazards.
– Safety glasses or face shields are worn when exposed to any electrical hazards including work on energized electrical systems.
Foot protection
– Construction workers should wear work shoes or boots with slip-resistant and puncture-resistant soles.
– Safety-toed footwear is worn to prevent crushed toes when working around heavy equipment or falling objects.
Hand protection
– Gloves should fit snugly.
– Workers wear the right gloves for the job (for example, heavy-duty rubber gloves for concrete work, welding gloves for welding, insulated gloves and sleeves when exposed to electrical hazards).c với các mối nguy hiểm về điện)
Head Protection
– Workers shall wear hard hats where there is a potential for objects falling from above, bumps to their heads from fixed objects, or of accidental head contact with electrical hazards.
– Hard hats are routinely inspected for dents, cracks or deterioration.
– Hard hats are replaced after a heavy blow or electrical shock.
– Hard hats are maintained in good condition.
Personal Hygiene
– Keep yourself clean.
– Wash hands before meals and after using the toilet.
– Dress tidily and in protective clothing.
