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10/04/2017 V2 Changes done as per AER HS Audit 2016 Mohammed Al Abri, Rashid AL Riyami
recommendation & Awadh Al Yaqoubi
HSE requirements for contractors
1. Table of Contents
1. Table of Contents................................................................................................................................ 2
2. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Scope .................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Application of this Document ............................................................................................. 3
2.3 Objectives of this Document .............................................................................................. 3
3. Definitions .......................................................................................................................................... 3
4. Compliance ......................................................................................................................................... 4
5. Contractor roles and responsibilities ................................................................................................. 6
6. Training and Competency................................................................................................................... 7
7. Communication .................................................................................................................................. 7
7.1 Site Meetings ...................................................................................................................... 7
7.2 HSE Monthly Report ........................................................................................................... 8
7.3 Contractor HSE Monthly Report ......................................................................................... 8
8. Incidents, Near Miss reporting, and investigation ............................................................................. 8
9. Emergency Response.......................................................................................................................... 9
10. Environment ....................................................................................................................................... 9
11. Audits and Inspections ....................................................................................................................... 9
11.1 Audits .................................................................................................................................. 9
11.2 Inspections .......................................................................................................................... 9
11.3 ACCESS TO WORK SITES, ..................................................................................................... 9
12. Requirement of Safety Document .................................................................................................... 10
12.1 Fire Fighting Equipment.................................................................................................... 10
12.2 Health ............................................................................................................................... 10
12.3 Smoking , .......................................................................................................................... 10
12.4 Alcohol and Drugs ............................................................................................................. 10
12.5 Excavation, Safety Signs and Barriers ............................................................................... 10
12.6 Use e of Signs and Barriers ............................................................................................... 10
12.7 General Barricades ........................................................................................................... 10
12.8 Area Demarcation ............................................................................................................. 11
13. HSE penalties & non-compliance Report.......................................................................................... 11
14. Appendixes ....................................................................................................................................... 13
14.1 Appendix A (PPE ) list & Specifications ............................................................................ 13
14.2 Appendix B - Tools list & Specifications ............................................................................ 15
14.3 Appendix C ( HSE Default Report ) .................................................................................... 18
14.4 Appendix D , Contractors HSE Prequalification Questionnaire ........................................ 19
14.5 Appendix E, ( Contractor Pre Start Audit Checklist) ......................................................... 20
14.6 Appendix F (Contractor HSE site inspection) .................................................................... 22
14.7 Appendix G , (Job Safety Plan) .......................................................................................... 25
2. Introduction
2.1 Scope
This document defines the health, safety and environment (HSE) requirements associated with the conduct of the
contractors scope of work for all mjec network works which include but not limited to construction, operation &
maintenance and any other services provided. Therefore the main purpose of this document is to set guidelines on
how HSE should be managed by contractors and in order to comply with MJEC requirements, government laws and
regulations pertaining to HSE and to Distribution and Supply license conditions set by AER.
This document defines principle requirements for Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), the main objectives are:
To ensure that hazards are well identified, control measures with adequate precautions are in
place to avoid any types of occupational illness, incidents, and any harmful effects on the
environment.
To create a safe working environment, minimize risks as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP).
3. Definitions
3.1 CH, Contractor Holder.
3.2 MJEC, Majan Electricity Company.
3.3 HSE, Health, Safety, security and Environment.
3.4 OSH, Occupational Safety and health.
3.5 DCRP, Distribution Code Review Panel.
3.6 AER, Authority for Electrical Regulation.
3.7 OES, Oman Electrical standards.
3.8 PPE, Personal protective equipment.
3.9 ESRs, Electrical Safety Rules.
3.10 The use of shall and must indicate a mandatory requirement.
3.11 The use of Should means strongly recommended.
3.12 The use of may means an option to be considered
4. Compliance
The contractor and his subcontractor must observe all relevant Omani statutes, regulations and codes of practices
related to HSE and must take appropriate steps within his authority to implement and fully comply with these
regulations and rules at all times and in all circumstances :
These include:
4.1 Regulations of occupational safety and health (OSH) issued by ministerial decision no. (286/2008).
4.2 Labor law issued by Royal Decree No. 32/2003 shall comply with the provisions of those regulations.
4.3 Oman Electrical Standards (OES).
4.4 The following are MJEC HSE requirements that contractor shall adhere to,
1- Must have valid DCRP registration, and all technical staff hold DCRP cards
(As per DCRP directive)
2- Must have HSE policy
3- Must submit HSE plan listing all HSE activities e.g. inspection/audits schedules, HSE training plan,
organization structure organogram, responsibilities and accountabilities of key staff etc. The HSE
plan must include HAZARDS REGISTER, listing all his work activities with the hazards associated with
these activities; identify safety control measures and recovery plan in case of accident. The plan
must be approved by MJEC before work starts and must ensure to receive the necessary
applicable safety documents e.g. job safety plan, LOA (limitation of access), E PTW (electrical
permit to work) before physically start work at site.
4- Shall comply with the all applicable MJEC HSE rules and procedure all the time. MJEC will provide a
copy of these HSE documents to the Contractor on the award of the contract.
5- Shall take all necessary safety control measures to prevent any types of injury(s) related to his
activities. Contractor must not start any work without proper job safety plan, identifying the
hazards associated with work and HSE controls to be observed during work. Workers at work sites
need to be fully acquainted in the job safety plan through toolbox talk. The toolbox talk should be
logged and documented.
6- Responsible for the safety of his staff, sub- contractor(s), the public and MJEC any equipment/asset
damage under his work control. Contractor is required to notify MJEC upon appointment of a
subcontractor. Subcontractor needs to be approved by MJEC.
7- Demonstrate good safety practices in accordance to his HSE plan and must be proactive in stopping
accidents from happening through good supervision and routine inspections and audits.
8- If work force above 50 people, (or as per DCRP registration requirement), the contractor must
employ full time HSE officer to implement and facilitate the HSE management program. In case if
work force is less than 50 people then he must identify HSE focal point from his management staff
to facilitate the HSE management program implementation. The contractor may seek advice in any
HSE issues from the MJEC HSE department.
9- Must provide basic HSE training to his staff, including HSE induction, emergency response, first aid,
fire extinguisher, supervising safety and electrical safety rules courses. The contractor must identify
his electrical staff (technicians and engineers) who will be required to receive electrical safety
document e.g. EPTW, LOA etc. and get them licensed to be CEP (Competent Electrical Person) as
per MJEC ESRs licensing procedures.
10- Must attend company HSE meetings upon invitation.
11- Must report all HSE incidents and must do investigation and take necessary measures to prevent re-
occurrences.
12- Must provide sound healthy vehicles that is fit for purpose and must have a maintenance program
to ensure his vehicles are well maintained and safe to be used. Drivers should be trained in
defensive driving, use of fire extinguisher, and first aid course.
13- If heavy equipment will be used e.g. crane, HIAB etc. such equipment shall be well maintained,
healthy, inspected, certified and safe to be used and he must comply with MJEC lifting operations
procedures. Operator and banksman shall be licensed and competent.
For details please refer to MJEC lifting operations procedures.
14- In case if contractor will rent vehicles or heavy equipment, its the contractor responsibility to
ensure the rented vehicles and equipment are fit, roadworthy, and safe to be used, and conform to
MJEC requirements. Contractor must ensure vehicles drivers and equpments operators are
competent. In case of incident, contractor will be held accountable.
15- In case if temporary electrical supply to the work site /or to contractor premise is required, the
electrical wiring connection must be done safely and within OES 4 requirements.
16- In case of HSE violation (s) a noncompliance /default HSE report will be issued with penalties,
depending on the nature of violation, please refer to section 13
17- Must submit by end of each month, monthly HSE report as per table 7.2
18- Address all health issues in line with OSH 286 requirements, include health treatment; provide
decent accommodation and toilets at work sites as required. The level of cleanness and hygiene to
be maintained in toilets.
19- Must provide all necessary HSE signs, equipment & alerts/ precaution notices etc., as per work
needs, e.g. suitable fire extinguisher(s) , Safety Sign Boards and Company name Board, Danger &
Caution Sign Boards and caution tape etc.
20- Must provide industrial type First Aid box at work site and should ensure the availability of first
aider among work force at work site.
21- During summer times, the Ministry of manpower directives regarding working times during hot
weather shall be adhered to, drinking water and shade at work site are to be provided.
22- Must adhere to all applicable MJEC lifesaving rules, and to instruct staff and workers to comply with
such rules all the times and under all circumstances.
23- Before using any scaffolding, the scaffolding must be certified, inspected, tagged, and safe to be
used.
24- Must provide his field staff with adequate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The PPE must be of
industrial international standards fit for purpose & ergonomic . Its required to keep a stock of
consumable PPE. Worn out and expired PPE must be replaced. Contractor should have dress code
policy, his staff working on the filed including drivers must wear uniform (shirt & trouser) or
coverall with contractor logo. PPE list attached in appendix A
25- Contractor must provide necessary adequate and safe tools that fit for the purpose. The tools must
be of industrial international standards. For live electrical works, tools must be insulated type.
Tools list attached in appendix B
5.2 Contractor HSE staff or Person responsible to manage HSE within contractor organization must:
Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with approved HSE plan and HSE rules.
Ensure staffs are trained in basic HSE courses and competent to perform their work safely.
Facilitate HSE communication from the workforce to management and vice versa.
Ensure mobilization and demobilization activities are done safely.
Do regular HSE inspections and Audits.
Prepare and educate staff in preparation of JOB Safety Plan and tool box talk.
Ensure Tool Box Talk meetings are done before work starts.
Coordinate with MJEC HSE department for any HSE issues.
Ensure incidents are reported and man-hours recorded and submitted to MJEC on monthly basis.
5.3 Contractors Employees:
The Contractor shall ensure that his employees are required to:
Be aware about HSE KPIs and targets with clear understanding of HSE obligations.
Take responsibilities to protect their own safety, the public and MJEC assets while at work.
Adhere all times to safety requirements and work in compliance to procedures applicable to their
work tasks.
To wear PPE while at work, suitable electrical gloves must be used if required to work in live
equipment as per MJEC ESRs and service connection procedures.
Prior to commencing work, the contractor shall ensure that all his employees have been given the necessary
HSE and job related training required. The Contractor shall maintain all records of HSE training for the period of
the contract. Contractor shall provide minimum HSE training to his staff, based on their nature of work and
hazards involved. Required training might include, but shall not be limited to:
HSE Induction,
First Aid,
Emergency Response / Evacuation,
Electrical Safety rules.
Fire Extinguishers,
Managing Safety,
Supervising safety
Working at height
Lifting operation
Defense driving
The contractor shall ensure that all personnel working at the site receive an introductory briefing explaining the
nature of the work, the hazards that may be encountered and the safety controls. For this purpose, a job safety
plan is to be prepared. Please see Job Safety Plan form attached in the appendix. Visitors to the site shall be given
adequate information on HSE requirements applicable to the site conditions.
7. Communication
7.1 Site Meetings
The Contractor should convene daily HSE toolbox talk at work sites focusing on the job hazards and safety
controls (as per job safety plan) and should related to the daily work activities at the site. The meeting should be
logged and documented. The contractor management should conduct periodic HSE meetings with the
employees to:
Contractor must submit monthly HSE report to MJEC with all info as shown below:
This information can be logged electronically by the contractor in the MJEC software.
Position in Company:
Date: Date:
Copies:
The contractor shall report and investigate any incident or near miss occurring at the site. Incident reporting
procedure shall include the following:
9. Emergency Response
In case of incident occurs at site and being regarded as an emergency situation, where Emergency
Resources need to be mobilized e.g. Fire brigade, Ambulance then in this case the contractor site
foreman (or engineer) should do the following:
- Give first Aid in case of injures if trained to do so
- In case of fire, try to distinguish the fire if trained to do so and have the right fire
extinguisher.
- Call 9999 for assistance
- Call MJEC hot no. 80078000
- Call your immediate supervisor/manager.
- Call MJEC Responsible Engineer
- Preserve the site and make it safe.
- Assist MJEC on the incident investigation.
10. Environment
Contractor is required to comply fully with all government environmental laws and regulations.
Contractor must conduct his business / work in such a way to protect environment from harm,
pollution etc. and must dispose all his wastes in authorized disposal yards. Before leaving the site
contractor must ensure that the site is kept clean and tidy. For major project, environmental
permit and civil defense certificate shall be obtained as per local government authorities
requirements. In case of the environmental incident, the contractor will be held responsible to
rectify the damage caused.
Formal audits by MJEC will be undertaken and contractor shall give full cooperation in these audits.
Before the start of the contract a pre -start audit will be conducted by MJEC to ensure the contractor
has all the HSE requirements. Pre start Audit check list is attached in the appendixes. In addition MJEC
line department will monitor the contractor compliance against contractor HSE Plan. In the event of a
breach of any safety rules, MJEC will issue HSE noncompliance report. Work may re-commence when
it is safe to do so and when an action or process to achieve compliance has been agreed by MJEC.
11.2 Inspections
MJEC will monitor the contractor HSE performance through scheduled HSE inspections as part of HSE
mentoring program. HSE inspection checklist is attached in the appendix. Contractor shall do his own
regular HSE inspections to ensure work is done safely, inspection schedule should be prepared as part
of contractor HSE plan.
Standard approved safety signs, colors, and barriers shall be used to identify
Work hazards.
Signs/barriers required shall be in place before starting the work.
Safety signs or barriers that have been placed for temporary use shall be removed
promptly when the work is completed or the hazard no longer exists.
Stands or posts for general barricading shall be not less than 8 meter from work point for each
direction.
Stands or posts that are subject to wind shall be weighted so that they remain erect.
Signs appropriate to the construction and electrical hazards shall be liberally used around site
work area. The maximum distance allowed from sign to sign is 10 meter.
The minimum space required to perform work activities shall be designated. Black and yellow rope,
ribbon, caution tape should be used to create a controlled area around all site work areas. Entry/exit
access into the site work areas shall be available without having to step over or under safety barriers.
Entry/exit locations shall be established for every controlled site work areas. Contractor area
demarcation signs shall state the following:
All visitors and non-authorized personnel must obtain access approval from MJEC.
1 Warning Letter a) If employing non competent staff, technical staff without DCRP card, if his
staff in violation to Oman labor law (the staff should be doing work
matching work occupancy indicated in the labor resident card)
b) Failure to provide basic HSE training.
c) Failure to provide adequate industrial type PPE to his staff.
d) Failure to provide adequate industrial type tools.
e) Un- healthy working environment and Un-safe working site.
f) Bad housekeeping.
g) Un- safe act and Un-safe condition that might lead to an incident.
h) Un-safe, Un-maintained vehicles and equipment.
3 Warning letter with R.O 250/- a) Serious HSE violation for example work site was found unsecured with
penalty open trench & with no appropriate safety signs that pose threat to public
safety.
b) Electrical apparatus/substation was left unlocked and unsecured that pose
threat to public safety
c) Contractor staff found working in MJEC network without receiving proper
safety documents.
d) Serious ESRs violation.
e) Work without MJEC permission.
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f) His staff was found working under the influence of Alcohol or drugs.
g) Working at height without taking into account the required safety
precautions.
h) Caused high potential Environmental impact.
i) Failure to provide decent accommodation & toilets.
j) Failure to provide competent staff, safe equipment, & tools during
shutdown times.
k) Major HSE violations that could lead to LTI.
l) Hiring subcontractor without approval
4 Warning letter with R.O 500/ a) Caused LTI (lost time incident) due to negligence and noncompliance to
penalty HSE requirement. Incompetent staff will be removed from the contract
accordingly. The contractor will be held accountable for any legal
consequences. MJEC line manager deserve the right to stop the contractor
causing the LTI from work, until the contractor is successfully responded to
any failure (s) identified during the investigation.
b) Caused severe Environmental impact.
14. Appendixes
14.1 Appendix A Personal Protective equipment (PPE ) list & Specifications
Item Required Minimum specs Remarks
Uniform
4
/coverall Should be industrial type
alops/oms/2009/03/
5 Portable Earthing Leads LV Set consisting 4 conductor clamps and one earth clamp, Cable
size 50 mm2 copper.
EN 61010-1, EN 61326-1,
Ring Spanner set Combination spanner German DIN standard. The stronger, lighter and greatly
set
enhanced quality of the Kincrome spanner
11
Nose Pliers
German DIN standard. The stronger, lighter and greatly
15
enhanced quality of the Kincrome spanner
Screw Driver Set Heavy Duty. (American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard) and
16 130% stronger than the German DIN standard. The stronger,
lighter and greatly enhanced quality of the Kincrome spanner
Name of contractor
Project Name
Location
Type of Violation
Penalty
Target date
Attachment (s) a. warning letter b. warning letter with penalty c. Inspection report d.
photos from work site
I confirm, I have received, the above HSE default report, and all corrective actions will be done,
This Audit should be done before contractor physically starts his work after being awarded a contract
Check them
Are fire extinguishers/first Aid boxes
provided?
Check them
Does the contractor have a full time HSE
officer in case if his organization has 50
people and above?
Check him
In case if the contractor has less than 50
people, check who is the HSE focal point?
Does the contractor has incident reporting
system (should be indicated in the HSE Plan)
Check it
I hereby confirm that the above contractor has met all the HSSE requirements and can commence his work.
_______________________
Date,
1.Level of House Keeping Yes Attach photo as Corrective action Action Target Status
/No applicable Party date
Open/Close
NA
On progress
working at heights?
Is it in a good condition?
3.Tools
4. Vehicles
5. Heavy Equipment
6.Excavations
7.6 Is AE provided?
8. Emergency Response
Work Activity:
To be filled by contractor engineer and to be reviewed and endorsed by MJEC Responsible Engineer
(Contractor engineer or foremen to discuss the mentioned hazards and controls with his work crew)
A. Health HAZARDS
B. Safety HAZARDS
1. Electrical HAZARDS
2. Construction HAZARDS
D. Environmental Hazards
In case of Emergency (accident at work site and a help is required), the following to be done:
I hereby confirm that above HAZARDS are being recognized for this work and all controls will be in place during the
work execution. In case of Emergency, the above Emergency steps will be initiated accordingly.
The above will be discussed with the work party during tool box talk.
Sign: Date:
Position:
Sign: Date:
L) Feedback Form
If you find something that is incorrect, ambiguous or could enhance HSSE performance, write your comments and
suggestions on this form. Send the form to MJEC HSSE advisor.
Details:
Comments:
Suggestions:
Comments: