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1.   adjacent areas and  protective systems daily or after any occurrence  which could affect the  stability of the excavation     All job site employees working in excavations trenches shall be  protected against cave ins  except when the excavation is in stable rock  or less than five  5     feet deep and examination by a competent person  provides no evidence that a cave in should be expected     Expose direct buried cables by careful hand excavation prior to  machine excavation     Safe means of access egress  stairway  ladder  ramp  for all trenches  greater than 4 feet deep is required     No one is allowed under the loads of digging equipment or equipment  designed to lift or lower any item     Excavating equipment must maintain at least 12 feet of clearance from  any overhead energized electrical power lines     All job site employees exposed to public vehicular traffic are to wear  high visibility warning vests     Spoil piles  equipment  and materials must be placed at least 2 feet  from the excavation edges     Revised June 2015  Page 21 of 31    10     11     12     13   14     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    A competent person must examine any excavation less than 5 feet to  determine if there is any indication of a potential cave in and the need  for protective system such as sloping or shoring     All employees in excavations greater than 5 feet must be protected with  either a sloping benching stepping system or a support system  
2.   customer at the commencement of a project as well as throughout  the project     Each subcontractor shall perform frequent and regular safety  inspections of their work area s  by a competent person   Subcontractor supervisors shall take immediate action to correct  violations  unsafe practices and unsafe conditions     All subcontractors are required to submit their safety programs as  well as any documents which support their safety metrics which  include but are not limited to EMR  OSHA 300A summary  etc   Such documents will be used in part as pre qualification for work     Safety performance reviews will be conducted at the conclusion of  the job     PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT  PSM     CPI adheres to a Process Safety Management plan in order to prevent or  reduce the consequences of catastrophic release of toxic  reactive   flammable  or explosive chemicals in various work places and  industries     Revised June 2015  Page 26 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    CPI shall inform its employees and subcontractors of the potential  hazards of fire  explosion or toxic release  etc   as related to their  job and instruct them in the work practices necessary to perform  their work in a safe manner  Record of such training shall be  maintained by CPI  All employees will also be made aware of the  applicable provisions of the emergency plan   See page 16 for  Emergency Plan reference      CPI employees and subcontractors shall follow safe wo
3.   important not only for the purpose of appearance  but more importantly for  safety  Remember  no one will be allowed to work on any job without  wearing safety glasses with side shields  hard hat  if required  and work boots      no gym shoes or sandals are allowed  If you show up at a job without the  required attire  you will not be allowed to work and asked to leave     Also  we would like to note that LISTENING is an activity we often take for  granted  sometimes with costly consequences  As many as two thirds of all  jobsite errors are related to poor communications  And these errors can cause  delays  cost overruns  even accidents and injuries  Make the effort to be an  active listener  Make sure you understand the message  Repeat its key  elements back to the other person to make sure you both understand  Good  communication is as much a productivity enhancer as any tool on the job     Protect yourself and others from accidents and needless health hazards by  following safety rules and common sense safety practices at all time     on and  off the job     Revised June 2015  Page 1 of 31    PAGE 1   PAGE 2   PAGE 3     PAGE 4   PAGE 5   PAGE 6   PAGE 8     PAGE 10   PAGE 11     PAGE 12   PAGE 13   PAGE 14     PAGE 15   PAGE 16     PAGE 17     PAGE 18   PAGE 19   PAGE 20   PAGE 21   PAGE 22     PAGE 23   PAGE 24     PAGE 25   PAGE 25   PAGE 27   PAGE 28     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    TABLE OF CONTENTS    INTRODUCTION  Table of Conte
4.   our   current and future employees aware of the Safety Policies of  Construction Partners  Inc  and am  are  willing to do so     If I  we  have questions regarding the content or interpretation of this manual  I   we  will bring them to the attention of the president of Construction Partners   Inc     EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT    PRINT EMPLOYEE NAME        EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE        DATE        SUBCONTRACTOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT    SUBCONTRACTOR        This manual is accepted by   NAME AND TITLE        SIGNATURE        DATE        Please complete this page and retain for your records     Revised June 2015  Page 30 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    ACKNOWLEDGMENT    This is to acknowledge that I  we  have this day received a copy of the     Subcontractor General Conditions    and or    Safety Program and General  Rules    of Construction Partners  Inc  and I  we  agree to read its contents and  become familiar with the policies and procedures that are described within     CHECK THE APPLICABLE BOX BELOW             As an employee of Construction Partners  Inc  I understand that in       accepting employment with Construction Partners  Inc   I am expected to  abide by these safety rules and regulations as well as any additional  safety rules  which may be communicated to me              As a subcontractor of Construction Partners  Inc  I  we  understand that I        we  am  are  expected to make myself  ourselves  and all of my  our   current
5.   time  On a double width ladder  a maximum of two people should be  allowed only when each is on a separate side     The ladder should be long enough so you can stand NO HIGHER than the  fourth rung from the top and do not have to extend yourself precariously in  order to reach for any object     Always face the ladder when climbing up or down or working from it   Maintain three point contact  two hands and one foot  or two feet and one  hand  when climbing up or down a ladder  Keep your body between the  rails  don   t lean to either side  NEVER straddle the space between the  ladder and another point  Make sure your footwear has slip resistant soles  and heels     Never use ladders in a horizontal position as runways or scaffolds  Nearly  half of all ladder accidents occur when the ladder is used as a work  platform rather than for access     Always use ladders in trenches with a depth of four feet or more     Use hand lines or material hoist to lift loads  Do not lift electrical tools  by cord     ALWAYS use the appropriate fall arrest equipment  such as safety  harnesses and lifelines     Each step or rung shall be capable of supporting a single concentrated load  of at least 250 pounds  be uniformly spaced and meet OSHA ANSI  standards     Non conductive  type I  portable  fiberglass ladders are recommended for  use on the job site  These ladders shall be equipped with safety shoes   spikes or spurs and shall have flat top rungs     Use only the proper type of ladder  m
6.  and future employees aware of the Safety Policies of  Construction Partners  Inc  and am  are  willing to do so     If I  we  have questions regarding the content or interpretation of this manual  I   we  will bring them to the attention of the president of Construction Partners   Inc     EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT    PRINT EMPLOYEE NAME        EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE           DATE   O OR LH LK LKR LR LR LR LL  SUBCONTRACTOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT  SUBCONTRACTOR        This manual is accepted by   NAME AND TITLE        SIGNATURE        DATE              Please complete this page and return to   CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC  8910 W  47  Street  Brookfield  IL 60513       Revised June 2015  Page 31 of 31       
7.  and sanitation of such equipment     Revised June 2015  Page 5 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    D  PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT  PPE     1     All workers shall complete PPE training  Training should be documented and  a copy of such provided to CPI  Each such employee shall be trained to  know at least the following     Cc   d     e     a  When PPE is necessary   b     What PPE is necessary   How to properly don  doff  adjust  and wear PPE   The limitations of the PPE  and     The proper care  maintenance  useful life and disposal of the PPE     All workplaces need to be assessed to determine if hazards are present  or  are likely to be present  which necessitate the use of personal protective  equipment  PPE   If such hazards are present  or likely to be present  the  following need to be done     a     b     Complete a written hazard assessment form daily     Select  and have each affected employee use  the types of PPE that  will protect the affected employee from the hazards identified in the  hazard assessment     Communicate selection decisions to each affected employee   Select PPE that properly fits each affected employee   Respirators    Respirators will be used when an employee is exposed to airborne  hazards i e  mold  silica  drywall dust  vapors  etc  Subcontractors are  required to follow the respirator standards outlined by OSHA  See     SILICA    below     Face Shields    Face shields must be worn when additional pro
8.  circumstances  etc     2  Proper safety equipment  such as respirator and harness  shall be  provided by the sub contractor doing the work     3  A designated    watch    person must be present at all times     U  LOADS AND LIFTING   BACK INJURY PREVENTION    Back strains and other related muscle strains account for more than half of  all work related injuries  Unfortunately  many workers learn the proper  method to lift safely after an injury  If you still have concerns or questions  regarding back and or related injury prevention  check with your supervisor     Use material handling equipment as much as possible  This means pre   planning and scheduling large equipment such as asking a co worker to help  you lift something versus lifting it by yourself     Plan your workstation to limit bending and twisting  Use saw horses and  work tables as much as possible  Use pallet jacks and carts to move heavy  and or awkward items when feasible     To summarize  there are methods we can use that can reduce the chance of  back and other related injuries  increase productivity and save costs of the  job    e Plan for the best use of material handling equipment    e Plan the job looking for items that could be pre fabricated     e Have materials delivered as close as possible to the area of  heaviest use     Revised June 2015  Page 18 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    e Train employees the correct method to do the job     e Take a few minutes an
9.  make sure the  containers are UL approved    4  Store oily wiping rags in covered metal containers or dispose of them  safely    5  Keep a fire watch with adequate fire extinguishers during and after    hot  work    as job location requires    R  WELDING   1  An approved welding helmet and appropriate clothing must be worn at  all times during any welding or cutting process    2  Closely supervise welding and cutting work  and be sure to remove or    shield nearby combustibles     Revised June 2015  Page 17 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    3  Do not look at welding or cutting operations without wearing proper  eye protection     4  Proper welding curtains must be used to shield potential on lookers  from eye damage and to contain sparks  etc within a controlled area     5  Check hoses  fittings and valves for leaks  Keep cylinders upright and  secured  Any damaged or faulty equipment should be properly repaired  or replaced     S  COMBUSTIBLES    1  Keep salamanders or other portable heating equipment away from  combustible materials and make certain the area is properly ventilated     2  Make sure engines in buildings are away from combustibles and exhaust  is properly ventilated     Shut off fuel powered equipment while re fueling     4  Store fuel in its proper and undamaged vessel and in a safe location     T  CONFINED SPACE WORK    1  Persons doing work in confined space areas should be trained for such  work  including emergency
10.  potentially generated and will be  responsible to control and remove any materials or debris created by the  work performed by their employees     13  Waste and scrap materials shall be properly stored to minimize potential  for spill or impact to the environment     14  Subcontractors will be subject to a back charge if someone else is  required to clean up a work site to the customer   s satisfaction     15  Employees shall be instructed on proper disposal of wastes     16  All trash  non hazardous waste and scrap  such as pipe  wood  oily rags   broken glass  lunch debris  aerosol cans  etc   must be placed in properly  identified and correct containers     17  Employees shall be trained in the proper disposal of hazardous materials     18  Be sure to properly separate waste to reuse and recycle whenever  possible     HAZARD COMMUNICATIONS    1  CPI will make efforts to discuss possible hazards with the customer s   prior to start of the work to determine and identify if hazards exist  take  necessary precautions as related to those identified hazards  such as face  shields  SDS sheets  etc   and communicate same     2  A written hazard program will available at each jobsite with chemical list   SDS information  and other pertinent information     3  Any known hazards shall be discussed prior to the start of each project and  an ongoing list of all chemicals shall be posted at jobsite and updated as  needed    4  CPI employees will be provided information and training on 
11.  the guardrail sections when  hoisting operations are not taking place  Employees    Revised June 2015  Page 7 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    exposed to this type of work shall be tied off in a full  body harness and either retracting lanyard or fixed length  lanyard to secure anchor point which will not allow them  to step off the edge     Cable guardrails require high visibility flagging every 6  feet and cannot deflect below 39 inches when loaded  with 200 pounds     Personal Fall Arrest Systems    Job sites will only permit the use of full body harnesses and  shock absorbing lanyards with double locking type snap   hooks     The attachment point of the body harness    D    ring shall  be located in the center of the wearer   s back near the  shoulder level  The anchorage point shall be located at  shoulder height or above the wearer   s head     All straps and belts on the device are to be snug and  secured to ensure proper performance of the equipment in  the event of a fall  Personal fall arrest systems shall be  inspected prior to each use of wear  damaged and other  deterioration  and defective components shall be removed  from service     Lanyards  harnesses and components shall be used only  for employee   s protection  as part of a personal fall  arrest system or positioning device system  and not to  hoist materials  Personal fall arrest systems and  components subjected to impact loading shall be  immediately removed fro
12. 6     17     18     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    Each platform  working or walking  on all levels of the scaffold shall be  fully planked or decked between the front upright and the guardrail  supports     Each end of a platform  unless cleated or otherwise restrained by hooks or  equivalent means  shall extend over the centerline of its support at least 6  inches     Each end of a platform 10 feet or less in length shall not extend over its  support more than 12 inches unless the platform is designed and installed  so that the cantilevered portion of the platform of the platform is able to  support employees and or materials without tipping  or has guardrails which  block employee   s access to the cantilevered end     Each platform greater than 10 feet in length shall not extend over its end  support more than 18 inches  unless it is designed and installed so that the  cantilevered portion of the platform is able to support employees and or  materials without tipping  or has guardrails which block employees access  to the cantilevered end     On scaffold where platforms are overlapped to create a long platform  the  overlap shall occur only over supports  and shall not be less than 12 inches  unless the platforms are nailed together or otherwise restrained to prevent  movement     Workers must be provided with safe access to scaffolds and scaffold  platforms  Ladders must be attached or secured to the scaffold and extend  3 feet past the 
13. CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES  INTRODUCTION    This manual is issued to inform subcontractors and their employees  as well  as employees of Construction Partners  Inc   about the policies that are the  basis for the Safety Program of Construction Partners  Inc  Every person is  expected to become aware of the contents of this manual and to concern  himself or herself with his or her own safety  the safety of fellow workers   and the safety of the general public  This entails willing acceptance and  active support of these safety policies  rules and procedures     This manual will be available on our website www cpichicago com as a link  and should be reviewed periodically for updates     This manual will not and cannot identify and cover every task performed and  encountered by the individual on a daily basis  but is an attempt to provide a  guideline  along with common sense  for a safe jobsite  It is imperative that  one be constantly on the alert for potential hazards which are not referred to  in any written practices  but which may result in injuries or property damage   Proper planning can control accidents  Continual emphasis on safety  techniques  the refinement of work procedures  and safe working conditions  has shown to significantly reduce injuries and property damage  and increase  efficiency     We want to stress the importance of proper attire on a job site  This is
14. al shocks  low clearances or  projections     Eye protection is mandatory on all jobs  SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE  SHIELDS meeting ANSI Z87 are the minimum accepted protection   Additional protection may be required for a given task  See PPE below     Wear a safety vest when you will be subject to traffic hazards such as on or  near a roadway  aisle or railroad tracks     Use gloves  aprons or other suitable skin protection when handling rough  materials  chemicals or hot or cold objects     Replace protective apparel and PPE if worn out  defective  damaged or  obsolete     All required personal protective equipment is to be supplied by the  subcontractor and must be used in the designated manner  CPI does not  provide protective equipment to subcontractors  Protective equipment   including personal protective equipment for eyes  face  head  and  extremities  protective clothing  respiratory devices  and protective shields  and barriers  shall be provided  used  and maintained in a sanitary and  reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of  processes or environment  chemical hazards  radiological hazards  or  mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or  impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption   inhalation or physical contact    Employee owned equipment  Where employees provide their own  protective equipment  the employer shall be responsible to assure its  adequacy  including proper maintenance 
15. atched to the job or task  according  to the manufacturer   s instructions     Make sure hands  shoes  and ladder rungs are free of oil  grease  mud or  other material before climbing     Revised June 2015  Page 10 of 31    H     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    18  All ladders must be regularly inspected by a competent person to ensure  their safe working condition     19  Ladders placed in any location where they can be displaced by workplace  activities or traffic  such as in passageways  doorways  or driveways shall  be secured to prevent accidental displacement or a barricade shall be used  to keep the activities or traffic away from the ladder     20  A ladder must extend 3 feet above the upper level when used for access to  an upper elevation     21  Ladders shall be used at an angle such that the horizontal distance from  the top support to the foot of the ladders is approximately one quarter  or  4 1 of the working length of the ladder     Fall protection may be required for certain types of work for extended periods  while working from ladders  Ladder use in areas exposed to dangerous falls   building edges  open stairways  etc  call for fall protection or adjusting the  work  i e   replacement with completed scaffolding or a lift  See PPE  amp  FALL  PROTECTION     SCAFFOLDS  Also see PPE and FALL PROTECTION     Scaffolds must be erected  moved  dismantled  or altered only under the  supervision of a competent person  The competent p
16. bsites or in all CPI vehicles and  accessible by asking any Construction Partners employee  supervisor or  owner  You can also request a copy by emailing us at  info cpichicago com and we will forward one to you  Understand that it  is not all inclusive and if questions or discrepancies arise  please refer to  the latest OSHA guidelines or other prevailing regulatory organization           As mentioned in the introduction  this manual cannot cover all areas of safety   It is merely a reminder to jog one   s thinking to practice safe work habits and    use common sense for EVERYONE   s safety        Revised June 2015  Page 29 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    ACKNOWLEDGMENT    This is to acknowledge that I  we  have this day received a copy of the     Subcontractor General Conditions    and or    Safety Program and General  Rules    of Construction Partners  Inc  and I  we  agree to read its contents and  become familiar with the policies and procedures that are described within     CHECK THE APPLICABLE BOX BELOW             As an employee of Construction Partners  Inc  I understand that in       accepting employment with Construction Partners  Inc   I am expected to  abide by these safety rules and regulations as well as any additional  safety rules  which may be communicated to me              As a subcontractor of Construction Partners  Inc  I  we  understand that I        we  am  are  expected to make myself  ourselves  and all of my
17. ch for overhead structures     Revised June 2015  Page 23 of 31    BB     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    9  Never refuel with the engine running   10  Never let a gasoline propane diesel idle in an enclosed area     11  Watch for pedestrians   12  Never allow any person to ride in or on the forklift  NO RIDERS           13  Never leave a forklift running while unattended  Unattended is  considered to be 25 feet from the truck     14  Park the forklift carefully  Make sure the forks are on the ground  the  breaks are set  the engine is off  and the keys removed     CRANES AND RIGGING    Only trained and qualified operators are allowed to operate cranes on the job  site     1  The swing radius of the rear of the rotating superstructure of the  crane shall be barricaded in such a manner as to prevent all personnel from  being struck or crushed     2 Cranes shall be operated and maintained in good  serviceable and safe  condition  No crane shall be used with cracked or defective components   which are in anyway unsafe to operate     3  Hoisting a load over personnel is prohibited     4 Tag lines must be used to control loads whenever practical and when  their use does not create a hazard     5  A critical lift plan shall be prepared by the crane operator  lift  supervisor  or rigging supervisor for all critical lifts  A critical lift is  defined as a lift that exceeds 75  capacity of the crane  has unusual safety  considerations  or involves hois
18. controlled substances will not be permitted to work     Horseplay  rough housing  practical jokes  or any similar activity is  prohibited     CPI employees and subcontractor employees must confine their activities  to areas designated by the customer and follow customer   s rules for  restricted activities in conjunction with this list     Unauthorized use of customer material and or equipment is prohibited     Yelling  throwing tools or other potentially dangerous acts out of anxiety   frustration  or anger are prohibited     Misuse of tools and equipment  not following safety procedures  failure or  refusal to wear PPE  failure to comply or disregard of previous notice of  unauthorized action     Project manager shall perform routine inspections of work areas to ensure  compliance with safety rules and address any actions deemed unsafe or  inappropriate with employee performing such activity  Said employee shall  be informed of the rules or procedures violated and instructed on the  proper course of action     CPI employees and subcontractor employees must respect the  confidentiality of trade secret information  Process  procedures and  equipment may be unique to the customer so photographs and descriptions  should be approved prior  during  and after estimates  progress of work and  completion of project     K  HOUSEKEEPING    Good housekeeping prevents accidents  Poor housekeeping causes accidents   It is the responsibility of every worker on the job site to keep their w
19. d shall be available to render  care if medical assistance is not reasonably accessible by time or distance  from the worksite   Proper training and certification must be obtained from  the American Red Cross or equivalent training  verified by documentary  evidence      Revised June 2015  Page 15 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    7  Each situation is unique and should be assessed prior to moving or treating  injured party  Proper equipment shall be available for prompt transport or  to contact necessary ambulance service for transport to the nearest hospital  or medical facility    O  EXPOSURE CONTROL PLAN  Also see PPE     1  All employees utilize universal precautions     2  Employees covered by the blood borne pathogen standard and who  may be potentially exposed to blood or other potentially infectious  materials shall receive explanation of this ECP during their initial  training and it will also be reviewed in their annual refresher  training  This plan is available for all employees to review at any  time either by CPI website or this safety manual provided onsite or  in company vehicles     3  PPE is provided to our employees at no cost to them  Training in the  use of the appropriate PPE for specific tasks or procedures is  provided by the project manager  Records of such training shall be  maintained for no less than three years     4  All employees using PPE must observe the following precautions     a  Wash hands immediatel
20. d stretch out before work and at other  opportunities  such as periods of time spent waiting for materials  or other workers  waiting for concrete  or other workers to catch  up is opportune time to stretch      e For work processes that require repetitive motion or vibration   consider job rotation of employees  This may also aid in  improvement of overall job skills and team building     e Regular exercise  eating nutritiously and drinking plenty of water  will also help reduce muscle injuries     Implement some of the following resources to help reduce injuries     1  A regular stretching routine  This should take no longer than five  minutes a day and should be done by all personnel on a daily  basis    2  This basic rules for safe lifting     o Plan the lift    Use a mechanical lifting aid if available   Move close to the load    Keep your back straight    Bend with your knees and lift with your legs     Do not lift and twist in the same motion     oO 0 0 0 0    If the load is too heavy  get help     V  TOOLS  amp  EQUIPMENT    All workers on the job site must be trained in the use of tools and equipment  needed to perform their job  They should understand the potential hazards  as well as the safety precautions required to prevent those hazards from  occurring     General Safety    1     2  3   4    Nn    Never carry a tool by the cord or hose   Never yank the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the receptacle   Keep cords and hoses away from heat  oil  and sharp edg
21. em from falling     Do not throw tools into or out of trenches  from roofs  off scaffolds  etc     Read material safety data sheets  MSDS  about safe use  storage and clean  up of specified materials     Wear all necessary personal protective equipment  PPE      Know and review safety procedures prior to the start of each day   s work     Revised June 2015  Page 4 of 31    19     20   21     22     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    Just because    this is the way we   ve always done it    has worked in the past   doesn   t mean it   s correct or safe     Food and beverages should only be consumed in designated areas     Do not cross barricades  remove lockout tag out devices or ignore     Danger    markings     Obtain special work permits for Confined Space Entry  Lockout Tag out   Hot Work or Line Breaking       CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT  Also see PPE below    1   2a    10     Wear clothing suitable for the weather and your work     Wear boots in good condition and suitable for your trade  Additional  protection may be required for certain tasks  such as rubber boots when  working in concrete  NO GYM SHOES OR OPEN TOE  OPEN HEEL OR  HIGH HEEL  greater than 1     SANDALS  See PPE below     DO NOT wear torn  ragged or loose fitting clothing while operating drills   pipe machines or other types of equipment with exposed moving parts     WEAR A HARD HAT in areas when there is a possible danger of exposure  to falling or flying objects  burns  electric
22. erson must be on the  work site to direct and supervise all scaffold erecting  dismantling  altering   and moving operations  Work must be performed only by trained  experienced  persons selected by the competent person     1  Use a scaffold if solid footing or safe ladder access is not possible     2  Scaffold should have adequate bracing  footing  access ladder and safety  rails  plus proper planking and platforms and conform to applicable OSHA  safety standards     3  Platform planks should overlap supports not less than 6    nor more than 12     and be secured from shifting     4  Keep all tools and materials away from edges of scaffolds  platforms  shaft  opening  etc   and barricades should be provided under any elevated work  site     Working on a scaffold is prohibited during storms or high winds     6  Scaffolds must be able to support their own weight and at least four times  the maximum intended load applied to them   The intended load includes  workers  equipment  and material loads  The intended load should never  exceed the rated load      7  The front edge of a scaffold platform cannot be more than 14 inches from  the face of the structure unless guardrails or personal fall arrest systems are  used to protect workers from falling between the structure and the platform     8  Wood platforms cannot be covered with coatings or paint finishes  because  finishes cover defects in wood     Revised June 2015  Page 11 of 31    10     11     12     13     14     15     1
23. es     Disconnect tools when not in use  before servicing  and when changing  accessories such as blades  bits and cutters     Keep all observers at a safe distance away from the work area     Secure work with clamps or a vise  freeing both hands to operate the  tool     Avoid accidental starting  The worker should not hold a finger on the  switch button while carrying an energized tool     Maintain all hand and power tools with care  They should be kept  sharp and clean for the best performance  Follow instructions in the  user   s manual for lubricating and changing accessories     Revised June 2015  Page 19 of 31    11     12   13     14     15     16     17     18     19     20     21     22     23     24     25     26     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    Be sure to keep good footing and maintain good balance     Wear the proper apparel  Loose clothing  ties  or jewelry can become  caught in moving parts     Remove all damaged portable electric tools from use  Tag them     DEFECTIVE TOOL    or    DO NOT USE    and return them for repair     Report defective power tools  hand tools or machinery to supervisor     All pneumatic tools  which shoot nails  rivets  or staples and that  operate at pressure more than 100 pounds per square inch  shall have a  device to keep fasteners from being ejected unless the muzzle is  pressed against the work surface     All portable grinding tools shall have guards to protect workers not  only from the moving 
24. f job  site location as additional insured with the same requirements as  stated in above paragraph     Revised June 2015  Page 28 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    JJ  NOT AN EMPLOYEE    The parties hereto acknowledge that subcontractor is retained by  CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC  as an independent contractor for the  sole purpose of providing services as set out in the subcontractor   s  proposal and or CPI   s Subcontract Purchase Order  Subcontractor is not   and shall not be deemed to be  nor shall subcontractor hold himself out  to be an employee or agent of CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   Rather  subcontractor is an independent contractor  having no authority  to bind CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC  in any way or to sign any  Agreements on behalf of CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC     NOTE TO ALL SUBCONTRACTORS   As a subcontractor for CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   you are  responsible for the actions  lack of action  and consequences thereof  of  all employees  independent contractors and or subcontractors working  under your supervision and in your service  All of the aforementioned  are equally responsible to follow this Safety Program and General Rules  as a minimum and maintain and provide proof of required insurance   Failure to do so can lead to termination of any subcontractor agreement  with CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   at any time     A copy of this safety manual will be available on our website   www cpichicago com  posted on all jo
25. ge 25 of 31    FF     GG     HH     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    OSHA Form 301  if applicable  and privacy case list  if applicable   shall be retained for 5 years     The OSHA 300A summary shall be verified as complete and accurate by  CPI   s president and or vice president  Such summary shall be posted  and made accessible to employees from February 1   through April 30      SHORT SERVICE EMPLOYEES  SSE     1     Prior to beginning work on site  CPI will notify the owner   s  representative if there is a Short Service Employee on their crew  SSEs  will not work alone and there will be no more than one SSE per crew of  five or less     SSEs will be uniquely identified  i e   colored hard hat  etc   and such  identification shall be communicated to the owner   s representative     SSEs  those employees with less than six months in their current role   shall be mentored by an experienced knowledgeable employee  Once  they demonstrate competence with HSE  health and safety policies and  procedures  the SSE identifier will be removed     Subcontractors will be held to the same requirements regarding their  crew     SUBCONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT    l     All subcontractors are required to read and adhere to CPI   s safety  procedures and are instructed to follow instructions at each job site  particular to that customer     Subcontractors will be included in pre job meetings and are  required to attend job safety meetings provided by CPI and or the
26. hazardous    chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and as a  new physical or health hazard is introduced into their work area  This  includes instruction on reading all labels for directions and potential  hazardous conditions  PPE requirements  safety and first aid training as  well familiarity with HCS pictograms and hazards     5  All containers shall be labeled properly with product identifier and words   pictures  symbols or combination thereof  which provide information    Revised June 2015  Page 14 of 31    6     7     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    regarding the hazards of chemicals as well as contact information for the  chemical manufacturer  importer or responsible party     SDS sheets will be provided with each job sheet and subcontractor PO  when applicable  and once reviewed  placed in the SDS binders of the CPI  vehicles for future reference and made available at each job site     SDS sheets will also be provided to customers when any chemicals or other  hazardous materials are being used in conjunction with work to be  performed by CPI or its subcontractors     M  INJURIES INCIDENTS    1     4     Be sure that immediate action is taken to furnish proper treatment for all  injuries  including calling 911 if necessary     Report all injuries  no matter how slight  safety related incidents and near  misses that arise to your supervisor immediately     An accident incident report should be prepared f
27. his number down and keep it with your records  JULIE keeps this  information on file for six years     After the 48 hour advance notice and utilities have been marked  you  may dig  However  you have an obligation to dig in a reasonable and  prudent manner  taking all necessary and required measurements to  avoid damaging underground facilities     If  somehow  damage is done to an underground facility  immediately  call the specific company involved using the emergency or repair  number listed in the phone book  If in doubt as to whose facility it is   call JULIE to inform the utilities in the area that a line has been    Revised June 2015  Page 22 of 31    AA     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    damaged  Once the damaged line has been located  the excavator must  call the utility to report the damage     8  If you encounter labeled or colored concrete below grade  this is  usually encasing electrical lines but any concrete below grade could act  as an encasement  DO NOT attempt to break or remove this concrete     9  Barricades and signs are to be installed around all openings     10  Shoring requirements and confined space requirements are to be  determined prior to any excavation       HEAVY EQUIPMENT    1  Only properly trained and certified operators will be allowed to operate  heavy equipment on the job site  The project superintendent may  require or verify documentation     2  Operators are expected to know their equipment and its limi
28. ll  as fire and ambulance service telephone numbers are posted at each job  site along with Owner   s security emergency number  if provided     Maintain a list of emergency information for personnel working at site   including contact information for Project Manager should employee  have any questions regarding the Emergency Action Plan     Each employee shall be made aware of the Emergency Action Plan  including emergency exit locations  assembly areas  evacuation routes  and the type of evacuation alarm system utilized in the facility  In the  event of an emergency evacuation  employees are to follow the  directions of the Emergency Response personnel and plant supervisors   A head count will take place after an evacuation  The identity and last  known locations of anyone not accounted for will be collected and  passed to the official in charge     Employees will be instructed verbally and or through review of this  manual upon commencement of work and periodically as the plan is  updated and developed to meet the needs of each job site     If there is an emergency  fire  life threatening incident  etc   call the  Owner   s security emergency number  if provided  If no emergency  number has been provided  call 911     Q  FIRE WARNINGS    1     No Smoking    signs stand guard near fire dangers  OBEY THEM      ALWAYS    2  Know locations and use of fire extinguishing equipment  as well as how  to activate the fire alarm    3  Clearly label all flammable liquid containers and
29. m service  They shall not be  used again for fall protection until inspected and  determined by a competent person to be undamaged and  suitable for reuse    Personal fall arrests are typically designed for use by an  employee having a combined person and tool weight of  less than 310 pounds  If the employee and tool weight is  greater than 310 pounds a competent person shall re   evaluate the employee   s need to perform elevated work     Anchorage Points    Anchorage points shall be located directly above the  work area to reduce the possibility of a swing fall  If  work requires the employee to move horizontally then the  anchorage point must move  or the employee may have to  select a new anchorage above the work area  Fall  distance must be minimized when selecting an anchorage  point  a free fall must not exceed 6 feet     All elevations at or above 6 feet must have a 100  fall  protection system  This includes but is not limited to  leading edge work  iron connecting  working off of    Revised June 2015  Page 8 of 31    F  SILICA    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    elevated work platforms  scaffolding   boom type lifts   and residential type construction  Only full body  harnesses with shock absorbing lanyards and secure  anchorage point may be used for personal fall arrest  systems  If    safety monitors    or    controlled access  zones    are to be used a fall protection plan must be  submitted outlining controls  etc     All contract
30. maintained in safe mechanical working  condition     When mobile equipment is not in use  it shall be secured to prevent  movement  operation and toppling  This includes rented or leased     Revised June 2015  Page 20 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    W  VEHICLE SAFETY    1     Always be seated when riding authorized vehicles  unless vehicle is  designed for standing      Do not ride in or on Endloader buckets  Backhoe buckets  etc   or any  other equipment not specifically designed for that purpose     Do not ride on vehicles or mobile equipment unless specifically  authorized  Do not ride hook  ball rigging or load     A safety harness must be worn when operating a boom lift     Do not make phone calls or send texts  emails or other forms of  electronic communication while operating a vehicle or equipment     Ensure all materials  tools and other items are secure in the bed and on  the rack of the vehicle before starting     Lock any side boxes to prevent them from accidently opening while the  vehicle is in motion and to prevent theft     Always do a visual check of your vehicle and trailers for potential  safety issues such as flat tires  tail lights burnt out  damaged safety  chains  etc     EXCAVATIONS  amp  TRENCHING    A trained competent person shall be present at all times on the job site  anytime excavation work is in progress or when site employees are working  in an excavation     A competent person must inspect excavations
31. nsufficient  skill or understanding  PPE and training will be addressed and adjusted as  needed     FALL PROTECTION    Fall Protection requires those who work on or near the following to use an  appropriate fall protection system     generally  guardrail systems  safety net  systems  or personal fall arrest systems     if they are at or above 6 feet  This  applies to     Unprotected sides and edges    Leading edges  Walking and working surfaces where leading edges are under  construction  Hoist areas  Holes in walking and working surfaces  Form work and reinforcing steel  Ramps  runways  and other walkways  Excavations  Dangerous equipment  Overhead bricklaying and related work  Low slope and steep roofs  Pre cast concrete erection  o Guardrail Systems  Guardrail systems and their use shall comply with the  following provisions   e Top edge height of top rails shall be 42 inches  plus or  minus 3 inches  above the walking working level  Mid   rails  when used shall be installed at a height midway  between the top rail and walking working level  Screens  and mesh  when used  shall extend from the top rail to  the walking working level along the entire opening  between the top rail supports     e Guardrail systems shall be capable of withstanding   without failure  a force of at least 200 pounds  in any  outward or downward direction     e When guardrail systems are used at hoisting areas  a  chain  gate or removable guardrail section shall be placed  across the opening between
32. nts    NMEA SAY ROR OZER AEM ROM MOORS    HrOozthvuaw gt    EOS oOo  gt     JJ     Staying Alert   Basic Safety Practices   Clothing and Equipment   Personal Protective Equipment  PPE   Fall Protection   Silica   Ladders   Scaffolds   Physical Readiness   Unauthorized Actions on the Job  Housekeeping   Hazard Communications  Injuries Incidents   First Aid   Exposure Plan   Emergency Action Plan   Fire Warnings   Welding   Combustibles   Confined Space Work   Loads  amp  Lifting     Back Injury Prevention  Tools  amp  Equipment   Vehicle Safety   Excavations  amp  Trenching  Underground Utilities   Heavy Equipment  Forklift Powered Industrial Trucks  Cranes  amp  Rigging   Electrical   Procedures   OSHA  Agency  amp  Code Compliance  Short Service Employee  SSE   Subcontractor Management  Process Safety Management  Insurance    Not an Employee    Note to All Subcontractors    Revised June 2015  Page 2 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    PAGE 29  amp  30  Acknowledgment of Safety Program    Revised June 2015  Page 3 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    A  STAYING ALERT    1     Help prevent accidents and injuries before they occur  Watch for  Situations that may cause or lead to accidents and injuries to yourself  and or others on the job     Inform your supervisor before work proceeds if you have a question  pertaining to any operation of work where an injury could result     Report all unsafe condition
33. ontrols cannot be used personal protective should  be provided and worn such as disposable dust masks  half mask  dual cartridge respirators  fresh air supplied hood respirators  etc     G  LADDERS  Also see PPE and FALL PROTECTION     1  ALWAYS    inspect ladders before you use them  Any that are weak     damaged  have missing rungs  or appear unstable should be removed from  the site  tagged as defective  and then destroyed     Revised June 2015  Page 9 of 31    10     11     12     13     14     15     16     17     CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    Look out for overhead power lines before you lift  carry  or set up any  ladder  Also when carrying a ladder  make sure your path is well lit and  clear of scrap  tools  hoses or any obstacles that could trip you     NEVER ever use metal  aluminum  ladders near overhead power lines or in  any other places where you can come in contact with energized electrical  equipment or circuits     Set ladders on a firm level surface     never on boxes  tables  carts  ice or  other unstable surfaces  If the base is soft  uncompacted or rough soil  use  a firmly anchored mudsill     Do not place ladders against flexible or movable surfaces  Do not place a  ladder against a sash or window  NEVER place a ladder in front of a door  that opens toward the ladder     Secure both the bottom and top of the ladder to prevent accidental  movement     Never overload a ladder  Limit single width ladders to one person at a
34. or all injuries  identifying  person involved and complete description of occurrence and what measures  have been taken to prevent recurrence  if appropriate     CPI will then notify the owner   s accountable person immediately of work  related injuries  fires  chemical spills or environmental issues and shall  submit a preliminary report regarding such incidents or accidents     Injuries  illnesses and fatalities must be entered on OSHA 300 Log and  OSHA 301 Incident Report within 7 days of incident occurring   see     OSHA    below     N  FIRST AID    1     A basic First Aid Kit must be furnished by the employer and readily  accessible at a job site for injuries such as minor cuts  First Aid Kits will  also include contents relative to the environment in which they may be  used     Know the location of the First Aid Kit and proper use of its contents     Report to your supervisor if the First Aid Kit is missing  or if any of the  materials are out of stock  First Aid Kits shall be checked weekly to ensure  the availability of adequate supplies     On job sites or in areas in which persons may be exposed to injurious  corrosive materials CPI shall obtain from the owner   s accountable person  the location and operating method of eyewash stations and  or safety  showers for proper flushing of eyes or body     A First Aid Kit is not a substitution or an excuse for obtaining more  substantial and professional care and evaluation     A person with valid certification in first ai
35. ork area  neat  clean and organized  Never rely on others to maintain your work area   Good housekeeping is especially critical in the following areas  Aisles   passageways  stairs  floor perimeters  exits  and storage access ways     1  Keep tools and working materials in proper containers       Store materials safely and properly      Smoke in designed areas  away from flammables and put cigarette stubs in  butt cans      Keep floor clear of tools  metal shavings  pipe  wood scrap  sawdust  etc     5  Keep walkways clear  Aisle ways must have at least a 22    wide clearance       Clean up tools and work areas as your job progresses  Keep small trash cans  available at your work area     Revised June 2015  Page 13 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    7  Keep cords and hoses seven feet overhead or lay them flat outside the  walkways     8  Keep stairways and ladder access ways clear of debris  cords  and materials   9  Clean up spills or leaks right away  If a leak appears  find the source     10 Visqueen curtains and enclosures  vacuum tool attachments  exhaust  scrubbers and filters are just some of the methods that should be employed  to reduce or minimize dust and dirt created on a job     11  Keep visqueen and other materials that may blow away from elevated  locations secured  Visqueen has no place in walkways or access ways     12  Prior to work commencement  each contractor on the job site shall  determine the amount of waste to be
36. ors and individuals on the job site are responsible for establishing  their own program to address silica hazards     When workers inhale particles of crystalline silica  the smaller particles can  become deposited in the lower lungs  Crystalline silica has a toxic effect that  leads to the development of fibrotic nodules and scarring around the deposited  silica particle  This fibrotic condition of the lungs is called silicosis     Route of Exposure in Construction    Chipping  hammering  drilling  sawing  or grinding rock concrete  or brick    Crushing  loading  hauling and dumping of rock and concrete   Abrasive blasting using an abrasive containing silica or sand   Sawing  hammering  drilling  grinding and chipping of concrete or  masonry    Demolition or concrete  brick  and masonry structures    Sweeping floors where sawing  chipping  hammering  drilling  or  grinding of concrete  brick  and masonry has been performed     Preventing Exposure    Install a water hose to wet down the dust at the point of  generation    Use concrete masonry saws that provide water to the blade   Recognize when silica dust may be generated and plan ahead to  eliminate or control the dust at the source  Awareness and  planning are keys to the prevention of silicosis    Use engineering controls and containment methods to control the  hazard and protect adjacent workers from exposures  e g  local  exhaust ventilation  wet methods  blast cleaning machines and  cabinets  etc      If engineering c
37. platform  Do not use cross braces as a means of access     Along with protecting workers from falling objects above and below  scaffolding  workers on scaffolding more than 10 feet above a lower level  must use fall protection at all times  guardrails  personal fall arrest system   etc       Supported scaffolds with a height to base width ratio of more than 4 to 1   including outrigger supports  must be restrained from tipping by ties   braces  or equivalent means     Equivalent means    refers to other designs   materials  or methods that provide an equal or greater degree of safety for  workers     Poles  legs  posts  frames  and uprights must bear on base plates and  mudsills or a firm foundation  The scaffold structure must be plump and  braced so that it does not sway     Scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers shall not be  intermixed unless the components fit together without force and the  scaffold   s structural integrity is maintained by the user     PHYSICAL READINESS    RW N e    Report to work rested and physically fit to perform your job   Keep your mind on your job and your temper under control   Give your wholehearted support to safety activities     Do not wear jewelry  rings  bracelets  neck chains  etc   while working     Revised June 2015  Page 12 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    J  UNAUTHORIZED ACTIONS ON THE JOB     1     Any person who reports for work while under the influence of alcohol or  
38. rk practices  during all operations including lockout tagout and confided space   work  A hot work permit documenting that the fire protection and  prevention requirements have been implemented shall be obtained   from the facility prior to hot work operations beginning     CPI will advise its customer of any hazards found as work  progresses or unique hazards presented by its work     All accidents  injuries  or near misses shall be immediately  reported  An incident investigation shall be initiated within 48  hours  Resolutions and corrective actions shall be documented and  maintained by CPI for 5 years   Also see page 14 Injuries Incidents     Subcontractors and CPI employees shall always respect the  confidentiality of its customers and any trade secret information  released to them     Revised June 2015  Page 27 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    II  INSURANCE    Subcontractor shall provide documented proof of the following  insurance     INSURANCE SPECIFICATIONS    It should be noted that these are minimum limits of coverage  Should bidding  documents require higher limits  they will take precedence     General Liability  General Aggregate Limit  2 000 000   other than Products Completed Operations   Products Completed Operations Aggregate Limit  1 000 000    Personal and Advertising Injury Limit  1 000 000   Each Occurrence Limit  1 000 000   Fire Damage Limit   50 000   Medical Expense Limit   5 000  Workers    Compensation Stat
39. rring of any part of the surface  e Snags  punctures  tears or cuts   e Broken or worn stitches    e Wearing of elongation exceeding the amount recommended by the  manufacturer    e Distortion of fittings    CC  ELECTRICAL    1     Make sure POWER IS TURNED OFF before servicing or installing  electrical fixtures  Shut off at breaker or main disconnect and label or  lock out for safety     Lock out disconnects to overhead cranes   Consider all wires    live    until checked and locked out     Do not make electrical repairs or installations unless you are qualified  to do so  Do not use metal ladders near high powered electricity     DD  PROCEDURES    1     Follow the rules of the company you are working at  If you do not  you  will be asked to leave     Have consideration for the people who work there  Keep and leave  your areas clean  Keep noise down to a minimum     Your actions and appearance directly reflect back to you  the company  you work for  and Construction Partners  Inc  Make and leave a  GOOD impression     EE  OSHA  AGENCY  amp  CODE COMPLIANCE    1     All subcontractors must comply with all state  local and public safety  codes  laws  ordinances or regulations including  but not limited to the  most current applicable regulations of the Occupational Safety and  Health Act  OSHA 29 CFR 1910  amp  1926     Records shall be kept of all fatalities  injuries and illnesses that are  work related  OSHA 300 Log  OSHA 300A Summary  corresponding    Revised June 2015  Pa
40. s  tools  equipment and practices to your  supervisor or project manager     Remember that safe practices are primarily common sense and always make  good sense     Rushing  cutting corners and ignoring safety procedures and precautions to  save time  save a few dollars or out of laziness leads to accidents     B  BASIC SAFETY PRACTICES  Also see PPE below     NH On A QU N  e    a    11     12     13     14     15   16     17   18     Maintain good housekeeping at all times in all areas    Keep materials orderly    Clean up oil  grease and water spills immediately to prevent slipping   Keep loose materials off stairs  walkways  ramps  platforms  etc   Make sure there is safe access to work areas     Read danger warnings on container labels  and follow any health safety  precaution     Remove nails in old lumber   Do not block aisles or traffic lanes for fire exits   Avoid shortcuts  Use ramps  stairs  walkways  ladders  etc     When entering different work areas  find out what safety precautions are  required     Be sure of your footing and surroundings  Watch out for overhanging or  broken planks  slippery spots  loose objects  etc     Use a safety harness and proper tie off if other fall protection is not  available     Place barricades and signs to warn of overhead danger  traffic  excavation   etc  Have warning lights  flagman or watchman if necessary or required     Store equipment  tools and materials sufficiently far enough from the edge  of an excavation to prevent th
41. tations     Operators are expected to stay alert and use extreme caution while  operating any heavy piece of machinery  especially when there are  other workers in the area     4  Operators are required to use the 3 point contact rule when mounting or  dismounting equipment     5  Before dismounting equipment  all implements are to be lowered to the  ground and the brakes locked     6  Riders are not allowed on equipment under any circumstances   7  Heavy equipment must be equipped with backup alarms     8  All equipment shall be equipped with a horn  distinguishable from  surrounding noise levels  Horn should be used as a warning to others  and when approaching blind corners or going down aisles or through  door openings     FORKLIFTS POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS    Only properly trained and certified operators will be allowed to operate  forklifts or powered industrial trucks on the job site  The project  superintendent may require or verify documentation     1  Never operate a forklift unless trained and authorized to do so     2  Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when operating a  forklift  hardhat  safety glasses  gloves  appropriate work boots      Keep arms and legs inside the cab of the forklift at all times   Inspect forklift daily and before each use    Operate at a safe speed  at posted speed limits when applicable    Do not exceed the rated capacity of the forklift    Always drive a loaded forklift with the load on the uphill side     o u A vn A Q    Wat
42. tection is needed for  activities such as grinding  chipping  buffing  working with chemicals  or when the potential exists to come in contact with blood borne  pathogens or any other bodily fluid  generally where hazards to the face  exist  Face shield shall not be altered in any fashion reducing the  protective area provided by cutting the size of the face shield down     Hearing Protection    Hearing protection must be worn in areas identified as high noise areas   A high noise area is one that has noise levels above 90 decibels  If you  need to raise your voice to speak to someone three feet away  you  should be using hearing protection     Foot Protection    Leather work boots must be worn at all times on the job site  Approved  steel toe or safety toe boots and metatarsal guards are required when  using jack hammers  setting steel beams  etc     Revised June 2015  Page 6 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    Hand Protection    Appropriate gloves are required during certain work activities and  should match the potential hazard  Exceptions to this policy are when  gloves would pose a greater hazard or an unsafe condition  Certain  chemicals or job site conditions may require the use of impermeable  gloves  Vibratory tools may call for specialized hand protection     Fall Protection    See below     When workplace changes occur that require changes in PPE or the training   or when employee sub demonstrate lack of use  improper use  or i
43. ting a personnel basket     6  Outriggers shall be fully extended when used and set to remove the  machine weight from the wheels  If outriggers cannot be fully extended  the  lift shall be made within the    on rubber    rating given on the crane   s load  chart     tie Adequate distance shall be maintained from all overhead exposed  power lines     Chains    Only chains specifically designed and tagged for lifting shall be used for  such purposes  A chain shall be stamped with    A    or     8    noting they are  for lifting material     Wire Rope Sling Inspection    Wire rope slings must be visually inspected for damage or defects before use  including the sling  all fastenings and attachments     If ten randomly distributed wires in one lay are broken  or five wires in one  strand of a rope lay are damaged  the sling is not to be used     Wire Rope Storage and Care    Revised June 2015  Page 24 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    Wire rope slings should be stored in a well ventilated  dry building or shed   Wire rope slings must also be kept lubricated     Fiber Rope    Fiber slings should be used only on light loads and must not be used on  objects that have sharp edges capable of cutting the rope or in applications  where the sling will be exposed to high temperatures  severe abrasion  capacity     A synthetic web sling must be removed from service if any of the following  defects exist     e Acid or caustic burns   e Melting or cha
44. trench  box  shields  etc       Barricade or cover all excavations until backfilled     Place excavation spoils far enough away to avoid load strain on walls  and remove surface rocks that may fall in     Do not permit vehicles too close to edge of cut     Protect floor and wall openings according to OSHA standards       UNDERGROUND UTILITIES    1     JULIE  Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators  is a free  one call system to locate and identify underground utilities in the State  of Illinois  except the City of Chicago   Call  1 800 892 0123     Within the city limits of Chicago  call DIGGER  1 312 744 7000     Anytime you plan to dig  whether it   s a small or a large construction  project  you must call 48 hours  not counting weekends and or  holidays  prior to digging     Be prepared to give the following information     a  Your telephone number  name  address  and fax    b  County and City or County and unincorporated area of  Township    c  Location of excavation site  which may include but not be    limited to  address  cross street  lot numbers  etc   also tier   range  section and quarter section numbers  if possible  of  excavation site     d  The date and time work will begin     Make note of the dig number issued  as it identifies the specific  location request record you had processed  This record contains all of  the information about your call from start to finish along with the  JULIE members receiving the request  It is important that you write  t
45. utory Employers Liability Limits   Bodily Injury by Accident   500 000 Each Accident   Bodily Injury by Disease   500 000 Policy Limit   Bodily Injury by Disease   500 000 Each Employee  Automobile Liability  1 000 000 Combined Single Limit  Umbrella or Excess Liability  1 000 000 Each Occurrence     1 000 000 Aggregate    1  Subcontractor shall have and provide documented proof of coverage   Certificates of Insurance showing compliance with these limits and  naming Construction Partners  Inc  as an additional insured  according to description listed below  and evidencing any self   insured retention amounts or deductibles shall be_furnished by the  subcontractor prior to the commencement of work  The certificates  shall provide that the policies will not be canceled or altered  without at least thirty  30  days prior written notice to Construction  Partners  Inc           2  The following Description of Operations Endorsement clause is  required on all Certificates of Insurance        IT IS AGREED THAT CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC  IS ADDED AS  PRIMARY NON CONTRIBUTORY ADDITIONAL INSURED IF REQUIRED BY THE  ABOVE GENERAL LIABILITY POLICY AS RE  ALL WORK PERFORMED BY THE  ABOVE NAMED INSURED FOR CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   WAIVERS OF  SUBROGATION APPLIES TO ABOVE G L AND WORKERS COMPENSATION IN  FAVOR OF CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC  ALSO CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS   INC  IS AFFORDED COMPLETED OPERATIONS COVERAGE        3  If required by job contract  subcontractor shall name owner o
46. wheel surface but also from flying fragments in  case of breakage NEVER use tools with split  broken or loose handles     Use guards on all power tools  Guards shall not be manipulated in such  a way that will compromise the integrity or protection intended and  shall meet ANSI B15 1 requirements     Have tools with burred and mushroomed heads dressed  Keep cutting  tools sharp and carry in a container  not in your pocket      Know correct use of hand tools before using  and use the right tool for  the job     Do not operate service power tools  vehicles and other machinery unless  you are qualified to do so     Wear appropriate safety equipment  i e   goggles  ear plugs  respirators   etc      Do not use electrical power tools or equipment while standing in water   Keep cords out of puddles and away from any water source     Take care to place cords  leads  hoses  etc  in a manner as to avoid  tripping hazards or getting damaged  Keep them away from oil  heat  and chemicals     Have electrical equipment properly grounded  Also  use 3 wire  grounded receptacles and extension cords     Make sure cord splices or repairs are electrically mechanically equal to  that cord   s quality  no substandard patching      All required power tools are to be the responsibility of the  subcontractor and must be used in the designated manner  CPI does not  provide power tools to subcontractors     All tools and equipment brought onsite  owned or rented  shall conform  to OSHA standards and be 
47. y or as soon as feasible after removing  gloves or other PPE  If a hand washing station is not readily  available  appropriate antiseptic hand cleanser and towels or  antiseptic towelettes will be available for use     b  Remove PPE after it becomes contaminated and before leaving  work area     c  Wear appropriate gloves when it is reasonably anticipated that  there may be hand contact with blood or other potentially  infectious material  and when handling or touching  contaminated items  or surfaces  replace gloves if torn   punctured or contaminated  or if their ability to function as a  barrier is compromised     d  Wear appropriate face and eye protection when splashes   Sprays  spatters or droplets of blood or other potentially  infectious materials pose a hazard to the eyes  nose  or mouth     e  All equipment or surfaces must be cleaned and  decontaminated after contact with blood or other potentially  infectious materials     5  The Hepatitis B vaccination series is available at no cost to all  employees with occupational exposure     6  Due to HIPAA  we do not maintain employee medical records   however a copy of their employment records are maintained    Revised June 2015  Page 16 of 31    CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS  INC   SAFETY PROGRAM AND GENERAL RULES    including any documented exposures  Such records shall be kept for  the duration of employment plus 30 years     P  EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN    1     Make sure that hospital or nearest emergency medical facility  as we
    
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