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1. Title Document No i EHSG 38 Revision No 0 EMERGENCY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND Page 1 of 3 D aoly RESPONSE EARTHQUAKE QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the effective response during and after earthquake DEFINITIONS Earthquake A sudden slipping or movement of a portion of the earth s crust accompanied and followed by a series of vibrations Aftershock An earthquake of similar or lesser intensity that follows the main earthquake Epicenter The place on the earth s surface directly above the point on the fault where the earthquake ruptures began Once fault slippage begins it expands along the fault during the earthquake and can extend hundreds of miles before stopping Fault The fracture across which displacement has occurred during an earthquake The slippage may range from less than an inch to more than 10 yards in a severe earthquake Magnitude The amount of energy released during an earthquake which is computed from the amplitude of the seismic waves A magnitude of 7 0 on the Richter Scale indicates an extremely strong earthquake Each whole number on the scale represents an increase of about 30 times more energy released than the previous whole number represents Therefore an earthquake measuring 6 0 is about 30 times more powerful than one measuring 5 0 Seismic Waves Vibrations that travel outward from the earthquake fault at spe
2. Title Document No EHSG 17 Revision No 0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE Effectivity Date April1 2011 pans EQUIPMENT Page 4of6 4 10 Insulating gloves shall be given an air test by rolling the cuffs tightly toward the palm in such a manner that air is trapped inside the gloves or by using a mechanical inflator When using the latter care shall be taken to avoid over inflation 4 11 Gloves shall be air tested each day before use and time there is cause to suspect damage 4 12 A periodic inspection of the gloves shall be conducted by the Electrical Engineer to determine that such equipment is being maintained in a satisfactory condition by the user 4 13 Gloves shall be stored in a designated location e g tool room as cool dark and dry as possible with no other material or equipment nearby that could cause damage 4 15 Gloves when not in use must be inside the protectors and in a bag box or container designed for and used exclusively for them These gloves shall be stored in their natural shape 4 16 The protector gloves shall be sized and shaped so the insulating gloves shall not be deformed from their natural shape 4 17 Electrical gloves shall comply with Occupational Health and Safety Standard 1910 137 5 0 Head Protection 5 1 Class C head protection shall be used for protection from minor scalp abrasion and minor bump hazards Class B head protection shall be used for electrical hazard Class A h
3. Employees should be trained in the use of all tools not just power tools They should understand the potential hazards as well as the safety precautions to prevent those hazards from occurring 9 1 The following general precautions should be observed by power tool users 9 1 1 Never carry a tool by the cord or hose 9 1 2 Never yank the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the receptacle 9 1 3 Keep cords and hoses away from heat oil and sharp edges 9 1 4 Disconnect tools when not in use before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades bits and cutters 9 1 5 All observers should be kept at a safe distance away from the work area 9 1 6 Secure work with clamps or a vise freeing both hands to operate the tool 9 1 7 Avoid accidental starting The worker should not hold a finger on the switch button while carrying a plugged in tool 9 1 8 Tools should be maintained 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 9 1 8 Be sure to keep good footing and maintain good balance 9 1 9 The proper apparel should be worn Loose clothing ties or jewelry can become caught in moving parts 9 1 10 All portable electric tools that are damaged shall be removed from use and tagged Do Not Use 10 0 Guards Hazardous moving parts of a power tool need to be safeguarded For example belts gears shafts pulle
4. Title Document No EHSG 06 Revision No 0 CONFINED SPACE Effectivity Date April 1 2011 6 daols Page 3 0f 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 9 0 Permit System 10 11 Before entering a PRCS an authorized employee must complete a Confined Space Entry Permit for approval by the entry supervisor A copy must also be sent to the Health and Safety Office The permit must include identity of the space purpose of entry date and duration of entry list of authorized entrants eligible attendants and individuals to be in charge of entry hazards of the PRCS measures for isolation of the space measures to control potential hazards the acceptable entry conditions testing and monitoring equipment and procedures rescue services in the event of an emergency rescue equipment to be provided on site if necessary communication procedures between authorized entrants and attendants and personal protective equipment 0 Rescue Team If an emergency arises that requires a rescue team the Emergency Medical Service is to be contacted by calling 999 The rescue service is to be provided access to all PRCSs from which rescue may be necessary so that the rescue service can develop appropriate rescue plans and practice rescue operations Non entry retrieval methods are to be used unless the retrieval equipment would increase the overall risk of entry Each authorized entrant is to use a chest or full body harness with a retrieval line attac
5. 6 0 Conduct of Search 6 1 Search the building without evacuation 6 1 1 The responding police shall conduct the search of the building without creating panic or apprehension from the employees They may be assisted by selected Qatar University security personnel 6 1 2 Any item or containers that are unusual of foreign to the normal operation of the University shall be reported immediately to the police who shall handle the item under suspicion 6 2 Search the buidling with evacuation 6 2 1 If the decision is to evacuate the building the following announcement shall be made over the phone or public address system A report has been received that makes it necessary for everyone to leave the building for a few minutes Please leave your rooms and places of work immediately using available exits towards the designated area for evacuation Remain at the evacuation area until further instruction Don t panic 6 2 2 As soon as the police arrived the search shall be delegated to them and shall assume responsibility of the bomb search recovery and disposal 6 2 3 After the evacuation and return of personnel to the building an additional message shall be given stating that The building has been searched and that business will resume as normal All personnel will continue their regular daily schedule of work 7 0 Suspicious Object Located 7 1 Report the location and accurate description of the object to Security
6. 6 2 Section Il describes the various hazardous ingredient s contained in the product the percentages of ingredient s and exposure limits when appropriate This will include all hazardous chemicals that comprise 1 or greater of the mixture will be identified Carcinogens must be listed if the concentrations are 0 1 or greater 6 3 Section III describes the physical properties of the material Physical properties include boiling point specific gravity vapor pressure percent volatile vapor density evaporation rate solubility in water appearance and odor 6 4 Section IV describes the fire and explosion hazard data for the material and other fire and explosion data The appropriate extinguishing agent for fires involving the material will be listed Special fire fighting procedures may also be listed 6 5 Section V describes the known health hazard data for the material and exposure limits Symptoms or the health effects of an overexposure are listed This information will help the user and medical personnel recognize if an overexposure has occurred threshold limit value TLV existing medical conditions that may be aggravated by exposure effects of overexposure e g headache nausea narcosis eye irritation weakness skin rashes etc primary routes of exposure i e inhalation skin ingestion cancer or other special health hazards emergency and first aid procedures 6 6 Section VI describes reactivity data that
7. 1 2 2 For spills on the floor a gown that may trail the floor when bending down should not be worn 1 2 3 Pour a germicidal solution around the spill and allow to flow into the spill Paper towels soaked with the germicide may be used to cover the area To minimize reaerosolization avoid pouring the germicidal solution directly onto the spill 1 2 4 Let stand 20 minutes to allow adequate disinfectant contact time 1 2 5 Using an autoclavable dust pan and squeegee transfer contaminated materials paper towels glass liquid gloves etc into a deep autoclave pan Cover the pan with aluminum foil or other suitable cover and autoclave according to standard directions 1 2 6 The dust pan and squeegee should be placed in an autoclavable bag and autoclaved according to standard directions 1 2 7 Remove protective clothing and sterilize by autoclaving 2 Biohazardous Spill in a Class II Biological Safety Cabinet 2 1 If splash has occurred outside the cabinet resulting in personnel exposure to hazardous material the Laboratory Supervisor In charge and the BOD Safety Unit should be notified and the need for medical attention determined 2 2 Contaminated clothing should be removed and containerized for autoclaving 2 3 Thoroughly wash hands and face if exposure has occurred 2 4 Chemical decontamination procedures should be initiated at once while the cabinet continues to operate to prevent escape of contaminants from the cabinet 2 5
8. 3 9 Replace tray and grille work 3 10 Place everything that is contaminated into autoclave pan 3 11 Drain decontamination solution from cabinet base into AUTOCLAVABLE containers 3 12 If the entire cabinet is to be decontaminated with gas contact the BOD Safety Unit at telephone number 4403 3528 4 Laboratory Supervisor In charge shall prepare accident report and submit to Department Provide copy to BOD Safety Unit 5 BOD Safety Unit shall conduct investigation and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 37 Revision No 0 EMERGENCY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND Page 1 of 3 B aoly RESPONSE RADIATION QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the effective response during radiation exposure and or radiation material spill To establish and maintain an effective defense against radiological hazards from sources for the protection of individuals society and the environment Note The Radiation Emergency Preparedness and Response shall be approved by the Ministry of Environment prior to implementation GUIDELINES 1 Operator Minor Injury and No Overexposure VVVVVV VV Cease all operations Check the dosimeter reading of the Radiation Workers Check the radiation intensity with the survey meters Call Radiation Protection Office Call BOD CSU Control Room
9. 8 3 8 3 8 3 4 Procedures to protect against hazards including the use of personal protective equipment work practices and emergency procedures GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 29 Revision No 0 HAZARD COMMUNICATION Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 3 of 3 8 3 5 Hazardous chemical spill and leak procedures 8 3 6 Where MSDS s are located how to understand their content and how employees may obtain and use appropriate hazard information 8 3 7 Supervisors must ensure that training is complete before an employee begins working with a new hazardous substance 9 Hazard Chemical Release Spill or Exposure Use the following guidelines for hazard chemical release spill or exposure 9 1 EHSG 30 Emergency Preparedness and Response Biological Spill 9 2 EHSG 32 Emergency Preparedness and Response Chemical Spill GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 30 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 Effectivity Dat April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND ey eer h Ti RESPONSE TRAPPED QATAR UNIVERSITY PERSON S IN A LIFT OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the systematic response coordination and reporting of a person trapped in a lift GUIDELINES 1 Introduction The release of passengers should only be carried out by authorized persons O amp M Contractor QU Fire Section who have received the necessary instru
10. Objective To provide guidelines for the effective evacuation for people with disabilities at Qatar University during emergency situation GUIDELINES In all emergencies after an evacuation has been ordered 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 Evacuate if possible DO NOT use lift unless authorized to do so by emergency services personnel Check on people with special needs during an evacuation A buddy system where people with disabilities arrange for volunteers co workers students to alert them and assist them in an emergency is recommended Only attempt an emergency evacuation if you have had emergency assistance training or the person is in immediate danger and cannot wait for emergency services personnel ALWAYS ASK someone with a disability how you can help before attempting any emergency evacuation assistance Ask how he or she can best be assisted or moved and whether there are any special considerations or items that need to come with the person If you have a physical disability and are unable to use stairways 6 1 Stay calm and take steps to protect yourself 6 2 If there is a working phone call Business Operation Department CSU Control Room at telephone number 4403 3600 and tell the Control Operator where you are or where you will be moving to 6 3 If you must move we recommend the following 6 3 1 Move to an enclosed exit stairway while taking care not to block the exit of building p
11. 4 8 All shelving and cabinets shall be secured to prevent tipping 5 0 Safety Equipment 5 1 Fire extinguishers must be of the appropriate type easily accessible and appropriate in number Contact the Fire Section to procure one or to have it inspected if last date on tag is greater than one year ago 5 2 Spill kits shall be available in case of hazardous liquid spills 5 3 An appropriate first aid kit must be available 5 4 Nonbreakable leakproof and closed containers must be used for transporting hazardous materials outside of the laboratory 5 5 All belts pulleys fans and other moving parts must be guarded 5 6 Catch trays shall be used where appropriate 5 7 Vacuum equipment must be trapped or filtered 5 8 If hypodermic needles are used they are of the locking or integral type They must be disposed of in approved sharps containers not in regular trash GUIDELINES MANUAL 364 Gaoly QATAR UNIVERSITY Title LABORATORY SAFETY Document No EHSG 09 Revision No 0 Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 4of 4 6 0 Chemical Storage refer EHS guidelines EHSG 10 Chemical Storage and Handling and EHSG 11 Handling Storage and Use of Compressed Gases 7 0 Electrical Safety in the Laboratory 7 1 Electrical equipment must be correctly grounded 7 2 An over temperature shutoff device must be provided for unattended heating equipment 7 3 Electrical cords are in a safe condition and
12. April 1 2011 Page 1 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide Confined Space Safety guidelines to protect employees and contractors from hazards associated with entry confined spaces DEFINITION Confined Space A confined space by design has limited or restricted means for entry and exit and is not intended for continuous employee occupancy Confined spaces include but are not limited to manholes pipelines sewers tunnels pressure vessels GUIDELINES 1 0 Permit Required Confined Space PRCS A Permit Required Confined Space is required if one or more of the following characteristics are met 1 1 Contains or has a known potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere Three of the most common atmospheric conditions that constitute hazards are oxygen deficiency presence of combustible gases and vapors and toxic gases and vapors 1 2 Contains a material with the potential for engulfment of an entrant 1 3 Contains any other recognized serious safety or health hazard 2 0 Authorized Personnel 2 1 Authorized Entrant An employee who is authorized by the employer to enter a permit required space Only employees who are trained as an entrant and have obtained a permit signed by the entry supervisor may enter a permit required confined space 2 2 Attendant An individual who is stationed outside and monitors authorized entrants At least one individual must be stationed outside the permit require
13. SAFETY GUIDELINES AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS April 2011 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 0 01 Revision No 0 Effectivity Date April 1 2011 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 of 2 346 Goolsy QATAR UNIVERSITY SN TITLE DOCUMENT REV 1 SAFETY GUIDELINES MANUAL EHSG 0 1 0 INTRODUCTION 2 DICIPLINARY ACTION FOR NON EHSG 01 0 CONFORMANCE TO SAFETY CONTRACTOR 3 SAFETY INSPECTION REPORT EHSG 02 0 VERIFICATION PROJECTS 4 TARGET COMPLETION OF EHSG 03 0 CORRECTIVE AND PREVENTIVE ACTION 5 VERIFICATION CRITERIA OF EHSG 04 0 CORRECTIVE AND PREVENTIVE ACTION 6 ACCIDENT INCIDENT EHSG 05 0 INVESTIGATION 7 CONFINED SPACE EHSG 06 0 8 ELECTRICAL SAFETY EHSG 07 0 9 EXCAVATION SAFETY EHSG 08 0 10 LABORATORY SAFETY EHSG 09 0 11 CHEMICAL STORAGE HANDLING EHSG 10 0 12 HANDLING STORAGE AND USE EHSG 11 0 OF COMPRESSED GASES 13 LABORATORY FUME HOOD SAFE EHSG 12 0 WORK PRACTICES 14 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET EHSG 13 0 15 HEARING CONSERVATION EHSG 14 0 16 LOCK OUT TAG OUT ESGH 15 0 17 OFFICE SAFETY EHSG 16 0 18 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EHSG 17 0 EQUIPMENT 19 SAFE LIFTING AND BACK SAFETY EHSG 18 0 20 USE OF HAND AND POWER EHSG 19 0 TOOLS 21 USE OF SCAFFOLDING EHSG 20 0 22 USE OF STAIRWAYS AND EHSG 21 0 LADDERS 23 WELDING AND CUTTING EHSG 22 0 MATERIALS 24 WALKING AND WORKING EHSG 23 0 SURFACES FLOOR OPENINGS 25 HEAT STRE
14. Title Document No EHSG 28 Revision No 0 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 6 of 7 10 4 BIOLOGICAL HAZARD TAG Fluorescent orange or orange red or predominantly so with lettering or symbols in a contrasting color 11 0 National Fire Protection Administration NFPA 704 Fire Diamond Ith ivi The NFPA 704 Diamond is a standard placard used to Hecerd hazad identify the level of chemical hazard at fixed locations such as warehouses chemical storage tanks and storage sheds The NFPA diamond also is used on some transported containers It s sometimes called the fire Special diamond Hazard The NFPA 704 diamond shown at right is divided into four colored quadrants Each quadrant provides information about the materials inside Blue represents health hazard Red represents flammability Yellow represents reactivity White provides information about special precautions Within the blue red and yellow quadrants is a number from 0 to 4 The number indicates the degree of risk associated with the material The higher the number the higher the risk For some materials the white quadrant contains symbols indicating special hazards 11 1 Interpreting NFPA 704 numbers and symbols NUMBER MEANING HEALTH HAZARD BLUE QUADRANT 4 Too dangerous to enter vapor or liquid 3 Extremely hazardous use full protection 2 Hazardous use brea
15. 4 2 3 Traceability to records Are there records or objective evidences 4 3 Effectiveness 4 3 1 Attainment of Goal Did it eliminate the non conformity problem 4 3 2 Non recurrence of non conformity Are there no repeat of infraction or similar non conformity problem found 4 3 3 Continuous Improvement Does it improve the system process solution Does it attain the target improvement GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 02 SAFETY INSPECTION 2 ae REPORT VERIFICATION ecriy cate Apr i fi aTe aolsi Page 7 1 of 1 QATAR UNIVERSITY PROJ ECTS OBJECTIVE To ensure that safety inspection report for projects is properly verified GUIDELINES Completion and effectiveness of corrective action s on safety report shall be in accordance with EHSG 01 Disciplinary Action for Non Conformances to Safety Contractor item 4 0 Completeness Effectiveness Verification Criteria 2 0 A second offense letter for non conformance to safety shall be forwarded to the Project Manager if the corrective action is not complete and effective during the first verification stage 3 0 A third offense letter for non conformance to safety shall be forwarded to the Project Manager if the corrective action is not complete and effective during the second verification stage 4 0 Any delay or inability to meet completion deadline for corrective action must be justified by concerned contractor and approved by Projec
16. 4403 3600 Call BOD Safety Unit 4403 3528 Call QU Medical BOD CSU Control Room Operator shall call Hamad Hospital Emergency if necessary 439 2111 2 Suspected Overexposure VVVVVV V VVVV V Vv Cease all operations Check the dosimeter reading of the Radiation Workers Check the radiation intensity with the survey meters Prevent access to the surrounding area Place lead shots and lead sheets over suspected area Check the dose rate barriers Call for additional help o To assist in maintaining the integrity of the barriers o To make necessary phone calls Call Radiation Protection Office Call BOD CSU Control Room 4403 3600 Call BOD Safety Unit 4403 3528 Record names and location of any personnel involve in the incident BOD CSU Control Room Operator shall call Hamad Hospital Emergency 4439 2111 Send immediately suspected overexposure radiation workers for medical examination Inform Ministry of Environment at telephone number 4420 7777 Take appropriate action depending on the severity of the exposure GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 37 Revision No 0 EMERGENCY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND Page 2 of 3 B aoly RESPONSE RADIATION QATAR UNIVERSITY 3 Lost Source VVVVVV WV VVVVV VV Vv Cease all operation Check the dosimeter reading of the radiation workers Check the radiation intensity with the su
17. Ask him her to call QU Medical Clinic at telephone number 4403 3294 5050 3 If the person requires medical treatment Security shall call BOD CSU Control Room at telephone number 4403 3600 4 BOD CSU Control Room Operator shall call 999 for help 5 If the incident happened during weekends and holidays call Security Office at telephone number 4403 3566 4403 3564 and tell security to call 999 6 Do not conduct first aid if you are not an accredited first aider it may aggravate the situation Wait for medical assistance 7 Upon arrival of medical assistance provide your name and describe the type of emergency you have 8 Security shall conduct an investigation Report shall be submitted to the Office of the Director of Business Operation Department GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 34 EMERGENCY Revision No l 0 m PREPAREDNESS AND mae pale Aent AT 44 aol gt RESPONSE SANDSTROM OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the effective response during sandstorm DEFINITION Sandstorm is a severe meteorological condition commonly observed in desert area It is characterized by dust storm and violent wind Sandstorm breaks out when the suspended dust particle in air goes above the normal level Sandstorm usually happens due to change in air temperature During summer time desert surface becomes too hot due to scorching heat Wind close to the surface level becomes heated
18. The operating speed shall be etched or otherwise permanently marked on all circular saws over 20 inches in diameter or operating at over 10 000 peripheral feet per minute Any saw so marked shall not be operated at a speed other than that marked on the blade When a marked saw is re tensioned for a different speed the marking shall be corrected to show the new speed GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 20 Revision No 0 USE OF SCAFFOLDING Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 1 of 3 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines on the proper use of scaffolding to prevent incident and accident associated with scaffolded work surfaces GUIDELINES 1 0 The footing or anchorage for scaffolds shall be sound rigid and capable of carrying the maximum intended load without settling or displacement Unstable objects such as barrels boxes loose brick or concrete blocks shall not be used to support scaffolds or planks 2 0 No scaffold shall be erected moved dismantled or altered except under the supervision of competent persons or as requested for corrective reasons by the Safety Officer 3 0 Guardrails and toe boards shall be installed on all open sides and ends of platforms more than 10 feet above the ground or floor except needle beam scaffolds and floats Scaffolds 4 feet to 10 feet in height having a minimum horizontal dimension in either direction of less than 45 inc
19. necessary to do the work 12 1 8 Where the operator must guide the drill with the hand the drill is to be equipped with a sleeve that fits over the drill bit Oversized bits shall not be ground down to fit small electric drills instead an adapter should be used that will fit the large bit and provide extra power through a speed reduction gear however this again is an indication of improper drill size When drills are used the pieces of work are to be clamped or anchored to prevent whipping 12 1 9 Electric saws are usually well guarded by the manufacturer but employees must be trained to use the guard as intended The guard should be checked frequently to be sure that it operates freely and encloses the teeth completely when it is cutting 12 1 10 Circular saws shall not be jammed or crowded into the work The saw is to be started and stopped outside the work 13 0 Powered Abrasive Wheel Tools Powered abrasive grinding cutting polishing and wire buffing wheels create special safety problems because they may throw off flying fragments Before an abrasive wheel is mounted it should be inspected closely and sound or ring tested to be sure that it is free from cracks or defects To test wheels should be tapped gently with a light non metallic instrument If they sound cracked or dead they could fly apart in operation and so must not be used A sound and undamaged wheel will give a clear metallic tone or ring To prevent the wheel
20. 2 7 2 8 2 8 2 9 2 10 2 11 2 12 2 13 2 14 2 15 2 16 2 17 2 4 1 Fume hoods and biological safety cabinets must be used only for procedures and not for routine storage 2 4 2 Airflow must be free from obstruction at all times 2 4 3 A trained individual must be in attendance during any hazardous process and working alone is discouraged Work surfaces must be decontaminated as needed and when a work process is completed All spills are cleaned up immediately All contaminated materials must be decontaminated before washing reuse or disposal If infectious agents or organisms containing recombinant DNA molecules are present in the laboratory an autoclave is available in the same building Containers for hazardous waste must be available and clearly marked A clearly marked and puncture resistant container shall be used for broken glass and other glass sharp waste A separate puncture resistant tamper proof and leak proof container shall be used for syringes and metal sharps The creation of aerosols must be avoided This necessitates the use of appropriately designed centrifuges blenders and sonicators Eye and or face protection must be worn at all times where there are corrosives hot liquids or other eye irritants or where there is a possibility of flying materials Closed toe footwear must be worn at all times in the laboratory Laboratory coats or protective aprons must be worn at all times in the l
21. 2 Suitable fire extinguishers shall be available 1 3 Fire watches are required if welding of cutting and combustibles in the area could be easily ignited by sparks This could be greater than or less than 35 feet 10 67 meters from point of operation 1 4 Cutting or welding shall not be conducted in areas not specifically authorized by the EHS Office in the presence of explosive atmospheres which exist or may develop and where quantities of combustibles are store 1 5 Contractor s Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the safe handling and use of the cutting and welding equipment 1 6 Areas shall be made fire safe before cutting or welding is conducted 1 7 No welding or cutting shall be done on used drums barrels tanks or containers until they have been cleaned thoroughly 1 8 All welding cables shall be placed so they are clear of passageways ladders and stairways 2 0 Oxygen Fuel Gas Welding and Cutting 2 1 Transporting Moving and Storing Compressed Gas Cylinders 2 1 1 Valve protection caps shall be in place 2 1 2 Cylinders shall not be intentionally dropped struck or permitted to strike each other violently GUIDELINES MANUAL i Title Document No EHSG 22 Revision No 0 WELDING AND CUTTING Effectivity Date April 1 2011 4 g MATERIALS Page i 2of4 QATAR UNIVERSITY 2 1 3 Cylinders shall be secured in an upright position by a chain or other suitable means 2 1 4 Cyli
22. 3 2 Situate file cabinets properly to prevent obstruction to doorways and walkways 3 3 Be sure that your vision is not blocked when carrying loads 3 4 Approach solid doors in the side away from the hinges This will enable you to step out of the way if someone comes through 4 0 Other Office Safe Practices 4 1 Use cabinet handles when closing doors drawers to avoid pinching fingers 4 2 Keep fingers out of file drawers when closing 4 3 Report immediately all electrical hazards such as frayed or bare wires overloaded outlets or improperly grounded wires to prevent electrocution or fire incident 4 4 Only extension cords with UL approved surge suppressors is allowed to be used 4 5 Store flatly sharp objects such as letter openers scissors and pencils inside drawers or point down in a container to prevent cuts and puncture wounds 4 6 Do not mix pushpins with paper clips store it separately 4 7 Wear finger guards when handling stacks of paper Moisten stamps and envelopes with a sponge or sealing device 4 8 Keep fingers away from paper cutter blade and avoid cutting too many sheets at a time 5 0 Lifting When it is necessary to lift objects observe the safe lifting practice described in Safe Lifting and Back Safety guidelines GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 17 Revision No 0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE Effectivity Date April1 2011 EQUIPMENT Page 1 of 6 OBJE
23. 46 Gools RESPONSE SANDSTROM 5 Wash your eyes with continuous flow of water if hit in the eyes by sandstorm 6 Security shall provide updates on the status of sandstorm and All Clear signal shall be given to all employees students contractors and visitors if safe to go out 7 Any injuries during sandstorm shall be reported to BOD CSU Control Room at telephone number 4403 3600 CSU Control Operator shall coordinate with QU Medical Clinic at telephone number 4403 5050 for treatment only during office hours CSU Control Operator shall call 999 for help after office hours GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 35 E P d amp Revision No 0 MeErgency Trepareaness Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Response Bomb Threats Page 1of2 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines on how to receive a bomb threat call To provide guidelines to be implemented when a bomb attack is theatened To instill confidence and reduce the potential property loss and personnel injury during bomb threat GUIDELINES 1 0 How and who may receive a bomb threat 1 1 A bomb threat may be received by phone mail or message at any time 1 2 Phone threats may be received by the security guards students employees faculties 2 0 What should be done to obtain information from the caller 2 1 Every effort should be made to obtain detailed information from the caller such as 2 1 1 E
24. 6 Group F Organic Peroxides and Explosives Peroxides contain a double oxygen bond R1 O O R2 in their molecular structure They are shock and heat sensitive chemicals and should be stored in a dedicated cabinet 4 3 7 Group G Reactives 4 3 7 1 Water Reactives 4 3 7 1 1 Store water reactives in a cool dry place away from water sources 4 3 7 1 2 Alkali metals lithium Sodium potassium rubidium and cesium should be stored under mineral oil or in waterproof enclosure such as glove boxes 4 3 7 1 3 Class D Fire Extinguisher should be available 4 3 7 2 Pyrophorics Air Reactives 4 3 7 2 1 Store white or yellow phosphorous under water in glass stopper bottles inside a metal can for added protection GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 10 Revision No 0 CHEMICAL STORAGE AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h daols HANDLING Page 4of5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 4 3 8 Group H Cyanides and Sulfides Cyanides and sulfides react with acids to release highly toxic gases They must be isolated from acids and other oxidizers 4 3 9 Group I Carcinogenic and Highly Toxic Chemicals 4 3 9 1 Provide a dedicated lockable storage cabinet for highly toxic and carcinogenic chemicals 4 3 9 2 Use unbreakable chemically resistant secondary containers 4 3 9 3 Post the storage cabinet with a sign HIGHLY TOXIC CHEMICALS or CANCER SUSPECT AGENT 4 4 Once separated into hazard clas
25. 8 Keep your wrists straight and hands relaxed when using your pointer Don t hold the pointer with a tight grip or extend fingers above the activation buttons Avoid moving the pointer with your thumb or wrist Movement should originate at your shoulder and elbow 1 9 Limit repetitive motions Reduce keystrokes with macros and software programs such as voice recognition Reduce pointing device movement with scroll locks and keystroke combinations 1 10 Customize your computer settings The screen font contrast pointer size speed and color can be adjusted to maximize comfort and efficiency 1 11 Reduce glare Place your monitor away from bright lights and windows Use an optical glass glare filter when necessary 1 12 Take eye breaks and intermittently refocus on distant objects Try palming your eyes in your hands to reduce eye fatigue 1 13 Work at a reasonable pace and take frequent stretch breaks Take 1 or 2 minute breaks every 20 30 minutes and 5 minute breaks every hour Every few hours try to get up and move around 1 14 Use of non prescribed medications or wrist splints can often be more harmful than helpful If you begin to develop symptoms seek help Early intervention can prevent future problems 1 15 Your life style and physical fitness affect how you feel at work Stay in shape by stretching and exercising regularly Zed a ae WRONG V 4 gt 4 P RIGHT af f A
26. BOD Safety Unit In all cases the chosen hearing protectors shall have a Noise Reduction Ratio NRR high enough to reduce the noise at the ear drum to 80 dBA or lower 4 5 Issuance of Hearing Protective Devices The issuance of hearing protective devices is handled through both BOD Safety Unit and the Supervisor BOD Safety Unit will issue and fit the initial hearing protective devices foam inserts disposables Instruction on the proper use and care of earplugs and earmuffs will be provided whenever HPDs are dispensed Personnel requiring earmuffs in addition to earplugs will be informed of this requirement and educated on the importance of using proper hearing protection The Supervisor will dispense ear muffs when necessary and will maintain a supply of disposable earplugs 4 6 Use of Hearing Protective Devices HPD Always use and maintain HPDs as originally intended and in accordance with instructions provided Earmuff performance may be degraded by anything that compromises the cushion to circumaural flesh seal This includes other pieces of personal protective equipment such as eyewear masks face shields and helmets 4 7 Maintenance of Hearing Protective Devices Reusable earplugs such as the triple flange or formable devices should be washed in lukewarm water using hand soap rinsed in clean water and dried thoroughly before use Wet or damp earplugs should not be placed in their containers Cleaning should be done afte
27. Employees contractors shall be warned against using a steel hammer on hardened steel surfaces Instead a soft head hammer or one with a plastic wood or rawhide head should be used Safety goggles or safety glasses shall be worn to protect against flying chips nails or scale 8 5 2 Riveting Hammers Riveting hammers often used by sheet metal workers must have the same kind of use and care as ball pen hammers and should be watched closely for cracked or chipped faces 8 5 3 Carpenter s or Claw Hammers The faces shall be kept well dressed at all times to reduce the hazard of flying nails while they are being started into a piece of wood A checker faced head is sometimes used to reduce this hazard Eye protection is advisable for all nailers and all employees working in the same area 8 6 Spark Resistant Tools Around flammable substances sparks produced by iron and steel hand tools can be a dangerous ignition source Where this hazard exists spark resistant tools made from brass plastic aluminum or wood will provide for safety 9 0 Power Tools Power tools can be hazardous when improperly used There are several types of power tools based on the power source they use electric pneumatic liquid fuel hydraulic and powder actuated GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April1 2011 TOOLS Page 8 of 15
28. Group C Organic Chemicals 4 3 3 1 Segregate organics compounds from inorganic 4 3 3 2 Organics and inorganic with NFPA 704 or HMIS reactive rating of two 2 or less may be stored together Chemicals with a reactive hazard rating of three 3 or four 4 are to be stored separately 4 3 4 Group D Flammable and Combustible Organic Liquids 4 3 4 1 No more than 60 gallons of Class 1 flammable liquids flash point below 100 F or Class II Combustible liquids flash point between 100 to 140 F may be stored in flammable liquid storage cabinets The 60 gallon limit per room is based on two storage cabinets with a maximum of 30 gallons per cabinet 4 3 4 2 No more than 120 gallons of a Class III combustible liquid flash point between 140 F and 200 F may be stored in a flammable liquids storage cabinet 4 3 4 3 Storage cabinets shall be designed and constructed to limit the internal temperature to not more than 325 F when subjected to a 10 minute fire test using the standard time temperature chart set forth in NFPA 251 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 10 Revision No 0 CHEMICAL STORAGE AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h daols HANDLING Page 3 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 4 3 4 4 All flammable liquids cabinets shall be labeled in conspicuous letters Flammable Keep Fire Away 4 3 4 5 Storage cabinets shall be constructed of at least No 18 gauge sheet iron and shall
29. Office telephone number 4403 3566 4403 3564 This information shall be relayed immediately to the Security Head which shall notify the police and or fire department These officers shall be met and escorted to the scene 7 2 Security Officer shall 7 2 1 If absoletely necessary place sandbags or matresses never metal shields areound the suspicious object Do not attempt to cover the object 7 2 2 Identify the danger area and block it off with clear zone of at least 300 feet including floors below and above the object 7 2 3 Check to see that all doors and windows are open to minimize primary damage from the blast and secondary damage from fragmentation 7 2 4 Evacuate the building 7 2 5 Prohibit re entry into the building until the device has been removed disarmed and until the area is declared clear GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No i EHSG 36 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 Effectivity Dat April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND ss 2 ae h s RESPONSE BIOLOGICAL QATAR UNIVERSITY SPILL OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the effective response during biological spill DEFINITION Biological Spill The release or spill of biohazardous material will require a different response based on several factors including the actual agent and the associated risks the amount of material spilled type of spill and the location of the spill Biological Hazard Processes of organic origin or t
30. Power Actuated Tools 17 1 These tools should not be used in an explosive or flammable atmosphere 17 2 Only employees who have been trained in the operation of the particular tool in use shall be allowed to operate a powder activated tool 17 3 The tool shall be tested each day before loading to see that safety devices are in proper working condition The method of testing shall be in accordance with the manufacturer s recommended procedure 17 4 Any tool found not in proper working order or one that has developed a defect during use shall be removed from service immediately and not used until properly repaired 17 5 Adequate eye head face and or personal protective equipment as necessitated by working conditions shall be utilized by the operators and persons working in the area 17 6 The tool shall be designed so that it cannot be fired unless it is equipped with a standard protective shield or guard or a special shield guard fixture or jib 17 7 The firing mechanism shall be designed so that the tool cannot fire during loading or preparation to fire or if the tool is dropped while loaded Firing of the tools shall be dependent upon at least two separate and distinct operations of the operator with the final firing movement being separate from the operation of bringing the tool into the firing position 17 8 The tool shall be designed so as not to be operable other than against a work surface and unless the operator is holding the tool
31. Section for fire or explosion hazards in the area telephone number 4403 3999 2 12 Notify BOD CSU Control Room telephone number 4403 3600 2 13 BOD CSU Control Room Operator shall call 999 if 2 13 1 Chemical spill cannot be contained and outside resource is needed to contain the spill 2 13 2 Fire or explosion hazards cannot be contained by QU Fire Section 2 13 3 There are a potentially life threatening gases and or vapors GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 32 EMERGENCY Revision No f 0 PREPAREDNESS AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 RESPONSE CHEMICAL ic SPILL QATAR UNIVERSITY 3 BOD Safety Unit shall declare All Clear signal that the chemical spill is already contained 4 Laboratory Supervisor Chemical Store in charge shall prepare chemical spill accident report 5 BOD Safety Unit shall conduct investigation and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 33 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 Effectivity Dat April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND ppf Date __s h RESPONSE MEDICAL QATAR UNIVERSITY DISTRESS INJURY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the effective response during medical distress and or injury to an employee of student GUIDELINES 1 Do not panic 2 Don t move the person call immediately the security guard nearest to your area
32. and blows fast causing the sand dunes to move In arid and semi arid locality high air pressure gradient increases wind velocity and the resulting thunderstorms creates sandstorm The vertical stretch of sandstorm is determined by extent of stability of the ground level COMMON FEATURES OF SANDSTORM gt Sandstorm winds carries huge amount of dust particles The front face of the storm comes with a dust wall of height of around one mile gt Sandstorm affects the ground level most severely Its effect decreases as it moves up gt Duration of sandstorm can vary depending upon its severity It can continue for just few hours or extend for few days gt Sand grains carried by sandstorm wind affects rock surface coming on its way Softer parts of the rocks area are damaged first gt Sandstorms result in creation of sand dunes Strong winds make boundary line of the sand dunes narrower and relatively irregular gt Due to huge amount of dust particle sandstorm causes a decrease in visibility down to the zero level GUIDELINES 1 When sandstorm comes close all windows doors and other opening nearest to your location 2 Avoid going out of the building 3 Employees working outside shall take a shelter when the sandstorm comes 4 Use eye protection if going out of the building GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 34 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 PREPAREDNESS AND peg Apian
33. and flexible cord sets extension cords shall be visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects such as loose parts deformed and missing pins or damage to outer jacket or insulation and for possible internal damage such as pinched or crushed outer jacket 19 5 When defects or evidence of damage which might expose employees to injury are detected the defective or damaged item shall be removed from service and no person shall use it until it is repaired and tested to ensure it is safe for use 20 0 Grounding Type Equipment 20 1 Flexible cords used with grounding type equipment shall contain an equipment grounding conductor 20 2 Attachment plugs and receptacles may not be connected or altered in any manner which would prevent proper continuity of the equipment grounding conductor at the point where plugs are attached to receptacles Additionally these devices may not be altered to allow the grounding pole to be inserted into current connector slots Clipping the grounding prong from an electrical plug is prohibited 20 3 Adapters which interrupt the continuity of the equipment grounding connection may not be used 21 0 All portable electric equipment and flexible cords used in highly conductive work locations such as those with water or other conductive liquids or in places where employees are likely to contact water or conductive liquids must be approved for those locations 22 0 Employees and contractors hands shall not be wet
34. are inadvertently destroyed as a result of assigned duties but not caused by employee s negligence safety shoes shall be replaced at company s expense 2 6 Contractual workers working inside the University premises shall wear foot protection provided by the contractors GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 17 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE rifeotity Date 7 April 7 2011 aaols EQUIPMENT Page 3 of 6 QATAR UNIVERSITY 2 7 Visitors shall wear foot protection at areas that require safety shoes and shall be provided by the University and or contractors 2 8 Safety shoes shall comply with Occupational Health and Safety Standard 1910 136 and passed ANSI 241 1991 and or European Standard EN 345 3 0 Hand Protection 3 1 Employees students and contractors shall wear hand protection when exposed to potential hand injuries and minimize exposure to hazards such as chemical absorption through the skin severe lacerations or cut punctures and chemical or thermal burn 3 2 Employees students and contractors shall use protective leather gloves for cutting and welding work 3 3 The Material Safety Data Sheet shall be used to determine the appropriate gloves to be used during handling of chemicals 3 4 Contractors working with rigging wire and chains shall use cotton work gloves 3 5 Employees students and contractors shall maintain clean safe keep the hand protection equipment to maximize useful
35. be double walled with 1 1 2 inch air space Joints shall be riveted welded or made tight by some equally effective means The door shall be provided with a three point lock and the door sill shall be raised at least 2 inches above the bottom of the cabinet 4 3 4 6 All flammable liquid storage cabinets must be grounded A ground cable of 3 8 copper braid or a 12 gauge copper conductor can be used The ground must be tested and resistance to ground cannot exceed one mega ohm The grounding cable must be connected to a building structural member or an electrical building ground Due to increased use of plastic piping which breaks the ground water pipes must not be used for grounding 4 3 4 7 The NFPA considers that providing vents to storage cabinets reduces the limited fire protection provided by such cabinets because a single walled duct will transmit heat faster than a double walled cabinet Ventilation of storage cabinets is recommended only when highly odoriferous conditions exist Ventilation requires a steel duct and an appropriate exhaust fan discharging to an appropriate location outside the building 4 3 4 8 Store flammable and combustible materials away from oxidizers 4 3 5 Group E Inorganic Oxidizers and Salts 4 3 5 1 Store inorganic oxidizer away from combustible alkaline metals formic acid and other reducing agents 4 3 5 2 In organic salts may also be stored in this group 4 3 5 3 Store ammonium nitrate separately 4 3
36. extract update of situation Contact and coordinate with FSS personnel on site for update of rescue operation Notes gt FSS shall conduct and or oversee the O amp M technician for the rescue effort based on the established safety rescue procedure for the trapped personnel in the lift gt Ensure that FSS have obtain relevant information e g names and contact number of the trapped person s upon evacuation of the personnel 3 6 Update the status of the whole rescue and disseminate the information for further direction from QU Engineer Representative 3 7 Checked the latest PPM of a particular lift in question for relevant information in the service reports and or call the concerned O amp M Engineer in charged for submission of the incident technical report 3 8To follow up update report from the O amp M Engineer in charged for the technical evaluation that should be further submitted by the OEM specialist contractor with the following contacts to wit gt Mitsubishi ETA 4442 0940 4432 8309 gt Sanyo 4432 1297 4432 1298 4432 5454 gt Otis 4442 8186 gt Jolift Tyssen Krupp 4434 1950 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 31 ei yee Fast Date ApATT aT ectivi ate ril 1 a PREPAREDNESS AND seta gaasid RESPONSE FIRE OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for systematic response coordination and reporting of fire accident during fire emergency and
37. floors shall be kept free of any obstructions such as protruding rails splinters holes or loose boards 1 5 Covers or guardrails shall be provided to protect employees from open holes ditches etc 2 0 Guarding Floor Openings Wall Openings And Holes 2 1 Floor opening is any opening measuring at least 12 inches 30 48 cm or more in any floor roof or platform through which a person may fall 2 2 Every stairway floor opening shall be guarded by a standard railing All exposed sides except entrance shall be guarded 2 3 All ladder way floor openings shall be guarded by a railing with toe boards and a swinging gate 2 4 Every hatchway and chute floor opening shall be guarded by either a hinged floor opening with standard railing or a removable railing with toe board on two sides and fixed railings opening with standard railing or a removable railing with toe board on two sides and fixed railings with toe boards on all other exposed sides 2 5 All pit and trap door openings infrequently used when the cover is not in place shall either be constantly attended by an employee or protected on all exposed sides by removable railings 2 6 Every temporary floor opening including manholes when the cover is not in place shall be constantly attended by an employee until the work requiring the opening has ended or protected by removable railings if posting of an employee is ineffective or not feasible 3 0 Wall Openings 3 1 All wall opening
38. from cracking the user should be sure it fits freely on the spindle The spindle nut must be tightened enough to hold the wheel in place without distorting the flange Follow the manufacturer s recommendations Care must be taken to assure that the spindle wheel will not exceed the abrasive wheel specifications Due to the possibility of a wheel disintegrating exploding during start up the employee should never stand directly in front of the wheel as it accelerates to full operating speed Portable grinding tools need to be equipped with safety guards to protect workers not only from the moving wheel surface but also from flying fragments in case of breakage In addition when using a powered grinder Always use eye protection e Turn off the power when not in use Never clamp a hand held grinder in a vise GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April 1 2011 y TOOLS Page 11 of 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY 13 1 Use of Abrasive Wheels 13 1 1 Floor stand and bench mounted abrasive wheels used for external grinding shall be provided with safety guards protection hoods The maximum regular exposure of the grinding wheel periphery and sides shall be not more than 90 degrees except that when work requires contact with the wheel below the horizontal plane of the spindle the angular exposure shall not exceed 125 degrees Safety
39. information regarding the material In some cases manufacturers may choose to withhold certain information on a MSDS provided the information is trade secret Regardless of the existence of trade secrets the MSDS must still contain all relevant hazard protection and health information Some MSDSs may not contain all ten sections or the information may be in a slightly different order However the basic information described above must be provided Some MSDSs are more complete than others Do not assume everything you need to know is contained on the MSDS Do not assume if a section is left blank that there is no risk GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 1of9 OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines on the hearing conservation program of Qatar University to reduce and eventually eliminate hearing loss due to workplace noise exposures Definition Noise is an unwanted sound regardless of its intensity or duration Decibel is a dimensionless number which relates sound intensity or sound pressure levels to some reference point Guidelines 1 0 General It is the policy of the Qatar University in coordination with the Office of the Environmental Health Safety to provide employees with a safe and healthful working environment This is accomplished by utilizing facilities and equipm
40. item 2 2 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 30 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 Effectivity Dat April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND ee ol 3 h RESPONSE TRAPPED QATAR UNIVERSITY PERSON S IN A LIFT 2 2 Moving the Lift gt gt gt gt gt Switch off the power supply at the main switch Warn any passenger in the lift that it is about to be moved and therefore to stand clear of the doors and remain in the car until instructed to leave Check that all landing doors are closed and locked Ensure that the car doors are closed Fireman shall position himself where motion of the car can be established and to confirm and communicate the movement and position of the car to Reliant Contractor in the machine room 2 3 Release of Passengers After Moving the Lift gt Release passengers by opening the doors using the release key of the lift at the floor level gt After release leave the lift switch off and ensure all landings doors are closed and locked gt Reliant Contractor shall conduct the following safety check before putting the lift into service Place a sign in the lift Do Not Use Under Maintenance in the door lift to warn user Test the safety devices Test alarm bells stop switches intercoms telephone hookups and emergency lighting systems Ride the lift paying attention to the smoothness of starting and stopping to any unusual sounds such as squeaks or sc
41. lab suite Do not segregate chemical classes into separate rooms unless they will only be used in that room Segregation that disrupts normal work flow or requires more frequent transport of chemicals between labs will increase the probability of a chemical spill Use common sense in planning chemical storage areas 4 2 Store dry reagents liquids reagents and solutions and compressed gases in separate areas Within each of these chemical forms segregate into hazard classes 4 3 The following are recommended compatibility groupings and storage of chemicals 4 3 1 Group A Acids In organic 4 3 1 1 Store large bottles of acids in special cabinets or on low shelves 4 3 1 2 Place acids in plastic tray for secondary containment in case of breakage 4 3 1 3 Segregate inorganic and oxidizing acids from organic compounds including organic acids and other combustible materials 4 3 1 4 Segregate nitric acid gt 40 from in organic acids 4 3 1 5 Store acids separate from bases and other reducing agents 4 3 1 6 Inorganic salts except of heavy metals may be stored in this group 4 3 1 7 Glacial acetic acid should be stored with flammable and combustible materials since it is combustible 4 3 2 Group B Bases 4 3 2 1 Segregate bases from acids and oxidizers on shelves near the floor 4 3 2 2 The preferred storage container for inorganic hydroxides is polyethylene instead of glass 4 3 2 3 Place containers in trays for secondary containment 4 3 3
42. life 3 6 Hand Protection shall comply with Occupational Health and Safety Standard 1910 138 and passed European Standard EN 388 4 0 Electrical Gloves 4 1 Defective insulating gloves shall not be used 4 2 Insulating gloves with the following defects shall not be worn holes tears punctures or cuts imbedded foreign objects texture changes such as swelling hardening or becoming stick or inflexible 4 3 Rubber insulating gloves that have been used without protectors shall not be used without protective gloves 4 4 Protective gloves shall not be used if they have holes tears or other defects that affect their ability to give mechanical protection to the insulating glove 4 5 Protective gloves that have been used for any other purpose shall not be used to protect insulating gloves 4 6 Gloves that have been rejected and are not suitable for electrical services shall have the fingers removed and the gloves disposed 4 7 Rubber gloves and protective gloves which have oil grease or other damaging substance on them shall be cleaned properly before use 4 8 Rubber gloves shall be turned inside out and rinsed as necessary to remove perspiration Excess water shall be removed by shaking and the gloves shall be air dried 4 9 Insulating gloves shall be visually inspected by the wearer for defects Before using visually inspect the glove especially around the fingers to detect cracks or deterioration GUIDELINES MANUAL
43. more than 6 feet 6 inches on centers 18 7 Bearers must be at least 4 inches but not more than 12 inches longer than the post spacing or running spacing 19 0 Manually Propelled Mobile Scaffolds 19 1 Cross bracing must be installed across the width of the scaffold at least every third set of posts horizontally and every fourth runner vertically Such bracing must extend diagonally from the inner and outer runners upward to the next outer and inner runners GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 20 Revision No 0 USE OF SCAFFOLDING Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 3of3 QATAR UNIVERSITY 19 2 Longitudinal diagonal bracing on the inner and outer rows of poles shall be installed at approximately a 45 degree angle from near the base of the first outer post upward to the extreme top of the scaffold Where the longitudinal length of the scaffold permits such bracing shall be duplicated beginning at every fifth post In a similar manner longitudinal diagonal bracing shall also be installed from the last post extending back and upward toward the first post Where conditions preclude the attachment of the bracing to the posts it may be attached to the runners 19 3 The entire scaffold shall be tied to and securely braced against the building at intervals not to exceed 30 feet horizontally and 26 feet vertically 19 4 Guardrails made of lumber not less than 2 x 4 inches or other material p
44. must extend at least 3 feet 9 m above the upper landing surface The ladder must be secured and a grasping device such as a grab rail must be provided to assist workers in mounting and dismounting the ladder A ladder extension must not deflect under a load that would cause the ladder to slip off its support 6 2 Ladders must be maintained free of oil grease and other slipping hazards 6 3 Ladders must not be loaded beyond the maximum intended load for which they were built beyond their manufacturers rated capacity 6 4 Ladders must be used only for the purpose for which they were designed 6 5 Non self supporting ladders must be used at an angle where the horizontal distance from the top support to the foot of the ladder is approximately one quarter of the working length of the ladder Wood job made ladders with spliced side rails must be used at an angle where the horizontal distance is one eighth the working length of the ladder 6 6 Fixed ladders must be used at a pitch no greater than 90 degrees from the horizontal measured from the back side of the ladder 6 7 Ladders must be used only on stable and level surfaces unless secured to prevent accidental movement 6 8 Ladders must not be used on slippery surfaces unless secured or provided with slip resistant feet to prevent accidental movement Slip resistant feet must not be used as a substitute for care in placing lashing or holding a ladder upon slippery surfaces 6 9 Lad
45. near their high points lift one end press down on the other 3 3 As the drum is up ended and brought to balance on the bottom chime release the grip on the bottom chime and straighten the drum 3 4 When two employees are to overturn a full drum they should use this procedure 3 4 1 Make sure they have enough room Cramped quarters can result in badly injured hands 3 4 2 Both stand near each other facing the drum They grip the closest point of the top chime with both hands Resting their palms against the side of the drum they push until the drum balances on the lower chime 3 4 3 They step forward a short distance and each employee releases one hand from the top chime in order to grip the bottom chime They ease the drum down to a horizontal position until it rests solidly on its side To roll a barrel or drum an employee should push against the sides with his her hands To change direction of the roll he she should grip the chime not kick the drum with his her feet To lower a drum or barrel down a skid turn it and slide it end wise Do not roll it To raise a drum or barrel up a skid two employees stand on opposite sides of the skid outside the rails not inside and not below the object being raised They roll the object up the incline Handling drums and barrels can be hazardous even when using utmost care Special handling equipment and tools must be made available to make the job safer and easier 4 0 Equipment a
46. of sufficient capacity 7 4 Multiple plug ins and extension cords must be avoided and not to be used in place of permanent wiring Extension cords must not be in areas of traffic GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 10 Revision No 0 CHEMICAL STORAGE AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools HANDLING Page 1 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines in the proper storage and handling of chemicals GUIDELINES 1 0 Inventory and Inspection 1 1 Each laboratory shall maintain an inventory of the chemicals stored in the laboratory 1 2 Designate a storage place for each chemical and return it to that place after each use 1 3 Store chemicals by hazard class not the alphabet and post storage areas the exact location of the chemical groups 1 4 Inspect chemical storage areas at least annually for outdated or unneeded items illegible labels leaking containers etc 1 5 Contact Business Operation Department BOD Safety Unit for developing an inventory system 2 0 Proper Sealing of Chemical Containers 2 1 To prevent leakage odors or reaction with air tightly seal all containers of highly toxic highly volatile malodorous carcinogenic or reactive chemicals 2 2 Make sure that caps and other closures are tight on all hazardous chemicals 2 3 A limited exception is freshly generated mixtures such as acids and organics that may generate gas pressure su
47. of the background shall be yellow and the panel black with yellow letters Any letters used against the yellow background shall be black 3 4 The colors shall be those of opaque glossy 4 0 Safety Instruction Signs 4 1 General Safety Signs SAFETY FIRST BE CAREFUL THINK should indicate general instructions relative to safe work practices reminders of proper safety procedures and the location of safety equipment SAFETY FIRST need for general instructions and suggestions relative SAED a to safety measures THIS AREA 4 2 Safety instruction signs shall be used where there is a 4 3 Standard color of the background shall be white and the panel green with white letters Any letters used against the white background shall be black 4 4 The colors shall be those of opaque glossy 5 0 Notice Signs 5 1 Notice headers provide information of a general type in NOTICE order to avoid confusion or misunderstanding NOTIC z l AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 28 Revision No 0 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 3 of 7 6 0 Biological Hazard Signs 6 1 The biological hazard warning shall be used to signify the actual or potential presence of a biohazard and to identify equipment containers rooms materials experimental animals or combinations thereof which contain or are contaminated with viable hazar
48. programs and the medical surveillance program which includes baseline and annual audiometric testing 3 0 Noise Evaluation and Surveillance 3 1 Identification of Hazardous Noise Areas The office of Business Operations Department Safety Unit identify work areas within Qatar University facilities where noise levels equal or exceed 85 dBA Signs will be posted at the entrance to any work area where noise levels exceed 85 dBA requiring anyone entering the area to wear proper hearing protection Personnel who work in these areas shall have hearing protection supplied to them shall be instructed in its proper use and be required to wear this equipment when in these identified areas It is the responsibility of the area supervisor to ensure that these precautions are maintained 3 2 Noise Measurements and Exposure Assessments All noise monitoring will be conducted by BOD Safety Unit The monitoring of employees for noise exposure is made up of two parts area and personal monitoring Area measurements are generally obtained first If noise levels are at or above 80 dBA personal monitoring using dosimeters is then performed Sample data sheets will be used to record monitoring data for both area and personal noise monitoring results BOD Safety Unit will provide observation of the monitoring to employees who work in the area GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEA
49. they are in original shipping cartons and physically separated 5 1 4 Water Reactive Chemicals 5 1 4 1 Wherever possible use the original outside shipping containers packaging when transporting water reactive chemicals 5 1 4 2 Once opened water reactive chemicals must be placed in a rigid outside container or acid carrying bucket for transporting 5 1 5 Pyrophoric spontaneously igniting Substances 5 1 5 1 Whenever possible the original outside shipping container packaging must be used to transport pyrophoric substances 5 1 5 2 Once opened pyrophoric substances must be placed in a rigid outside container or acid carrying bucket for transporting 5 1 6 Acutely Toxic Compounds 5 1 6 1 Whenever possible the original outside shipping container packaging must be used to transport acutely toxic compounds 5 1 6 2 Once opened acutely toxic compounds must be placed in a rigid outside container or acid carrying bucket for transporting 5 2 Chemicals substances and research materials must be clearly labeled with the correct chemical name when transported Hand written labels are acceptable chemical formulas and structural formulas are not acceptable except for small quantities of compounds synthesized in the laboratory 5 2 Carts used for chemical transport must have sides on each shelf that are high enough to retain the containers Cart wheels must be large enough to prevent the carts from being caught in floor cracks an
50. tight enough to break off the pins that support the blade Install blade with teeth pointing forward Pressure should be applied on the forward stroke not on the back stroke If the blade is twisted or too much pressure is applied the blade may break and cause injury to the hands or arms of the user 8 1 4 Files Selection of the right kind of file for the job will prevent injuries and lengthen the life of the file Inasmuch as the extremely hard and brittle steel of the file chips easily the file should never be cleaned by being struck against a vise or other metal object A file cleaning card or brush should be used For the same reason a file is not to be hammered or used as a pry Such abuse frequently results in the file s chipping or breaking causing injury to the user A file should not be made into a center punch chisel or any other type of tool because the hardened steel may fracture in use A file is never to be used without a smooth crack free handle if the file should bind the tang may puncture the palm of the hand the wrist or other part of the body Under some conditions a clamp on raised offset handle may be useful to give extra clearance for the hands Files are not to be used on lathe stock turning at high speed faster than three turns per file stroke because the end of the file may strike the chuck dog or face plate and throw the file or metal chip back at the operator hard enough to inflict serious injury 8
51. to minimize damage to property and prevent injuries GUIDELINES 1 0 Fire at QU Main Campus 1 1 Employee student or anyone who witness the fire shall perform the following course of action 1 1 1 Push the fire alarm button nearest to the fire location 1 1 2 Call the following emergency numbers and ask for help gt Central Service Unit CSU 4403 3600 gt Fire Section 4403 3999 Report the exact location of the fire Inform the nearest security guard about the fire Extinguish the fire if it is on early stage and if you are trained to do so Leave the building by the nearest safe exit Do not stop to collect personal belongings Do not use the lifts Proceed to the designated assembly point indicated in the emergency evacuation plan posted in your location eree ehehe ul A Ww eere eere CON OV 1 2 Security personnel shall perform the following course of action 1 2 1 Security supervisor shall 1 2 1 1 Mobilize security personnel to the location of fire 1 2 1 2 Provide instruction to security personnel for securing the area and preventing the entry of unauthorized person 1 2 1 3 Provide instruction to security personnel for securing the recovered documents and equipments 1 2 1 4 Coordinate with QU Fire Section and Electromechanical Unit GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 31 ell Sra Sree Galea ectivity Date pril 1 TE PREPAREDNESS AND Heg ALs OC
52. to the existing fume hood or exhaust system Students faculty staff must not modify fume hoods by drilling cutting or removing the hardware originally provided with the fume hoods Such modifications are likely to degrade fume hood containment performance and result in fume hood leakage Installing a standard latticework of monkey bars at the rear of the fume hood is an exception The installer must follow the fume hood manufacturer s recommendation when installing these support bars in the fume hood Safety Unit must review and approve in advance any other proposed fume hood modifications and post test following modification Do not add shelving to the fume hood nor block the rear slots or frontal airfoil at any time Ensure the sash and panels are in place before operating GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 13 Revision No 0 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA Effectivity Date April1 2011 rer rere SHEET MSDS Page 1 of 3 OBJECTIVE To ensure that Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS are properly used and updated DEFINITION Material Safety Data Sheet a report prepared by manufacturers containing useful information to ensure their chemicals are handled and stored properly and identifying the types of precaution protective equipment emergency preparedness that must be used for employees and students safety GUIDELINES 1 Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS is required
53. travel Keep one hand on the handle 4 2 3 Always give pedestrians the right of way 4 2 4 Stop at blind corners doorways and aisle intersections to prevent collisions 4 2 5 Never operate the truck faster than normal walking pace 4 2 6 Only handle flammable or corrosive liquids when they are in approved containers 4 2 7 Never allow additional employees to ride the truck unless it is specifically designed for such purposes 4 2 8 Do not indulge in horseplay 5 0 Warehouse Storage 5 1 Make sure that materials do not obstruct fire alarm boxes sprinkler system controls fire extinguishers first aid equipment lights and electric switches 5 2 All exits and aisles must be kept clear at all times and shall be appropriately marked 5 3 No Smoking signs must be posted where necessary throughout the warehouses 5 4 Maximum safe load limits of floors within buildings and structures in pounds per square foot shall be conspicuously posted in all storage areas except for floors or slabs on grade Maximum safe loads shall no be exceeded 5 5 Stored materials must not create a hazard Storage areas must be kept free from accumulated materials that may cause tripping fires or explosions or that may contribute to the harboring of rats and other pests When stacking and piling materials it is important to be aware of such factors as the materials height and weight how accessible the stored materials are to the user and the condition
54. use and care of ladder equipment must be employed by the users The following rules and regulations are essential to the life of the equipment and the safety of the user 8 2 Ladders must be maintained in good usable condition at all times the joint between the steps and side rails shall be tight all hardware and fittings securely attached and the moveable parts shall operate freely without binding or undue play 8 3 Metal bearings of locks wheel pulleys etc shall be frequently lubricated 8 4 Frayed or badly worn rope shall be replaced 8 5 Safety feet and other auxiliary equipment shall be kept in good condition to insure proper performance 8 6 Ladders shall be inspected frequently and those with defects shall be withdrawn from service for repair or destruction and tagged or marked as DANGEROUS DO NOT USE GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 21 Revision No 0 USE OF STARIWAYS AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools LADDERS Page 4of5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 8 7 If ladders tip over inspect ladder side rails for dents or bends or excessive dented rungs check all rung to side rail connections check hardware connections check rivets for shear 8 8 If ladders are exposed to oil and grease equipment should be cleaned of oil grease or slippery materials This can easily be done with a solvent or steam cleaning 9 0 Cages for Fixed Ladders 9 1 Horizontal bands must be
55. when plugging and unplugging flexible cords and cord and plug connected equipment if energized equipment is involved If the connection could provide a conducting path to employees hands if for example a cord connector is wet from being immersed in water the energized plug and receptacle connections must be handled only with insulating protective equipment Locking type connectors shall be properly locked into connector GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 07 Revision No A 0 ELECTRICAL SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h Gaoly Page 4of5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 23 0 Electric Power and Lightings Circuits 23 1 Load rated switches circuit breakers or other devices specifically designed as disconnecting means shall be used for the opening reversing or closing of circuits under load conditions Cable connectors not of the load break type fuses terminal lugs and cable splice connections may not be used for opening reversing or closing circuits under load conditions except in an emergency 23 2 After a circuit is de energized by a circuit protective device the circuit may not be manually re energized until it has been determined that the equipment and circuit can be safely energized The repetitive manual re closing of circuit breakers or re energizing circuits through replaced fuses is prohibited When it can be determined from the design of the circuit and over current devices involve
56. when shelving 3 1 6 Switch back and forth between using your left and right arms for shelving to lessen the weight and strain on your dominant arm hand and wrist If practical locate heavy books at waist height 3 1 7 Recommended Maximum Weights for Shelving Tasks Lifting from waist level to top shelf 17 5 pounds Lifting from floor to top shelf 11 0 pounds Stand from squat with armload of books 17 0 pounds Lifting from bottom row on cart to top row 17 0 pounds These weights are approximate Individual factors such as age size and level of physical fitness will affect the amount you can lift GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 27 Revision No 0 ERGONOMICS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 7 of 7 3 2 Use the following guidelines to prevent accidents while using book carts 3 2 1 Walk at a normal or slow pace while pushing a cart 3 2 2 Ensure that the book cart allows sufficient foot space for your natural gait 3 2 3 Keep the book cart close to your body 3 2 4 DO NOT use a damaged cart particularly one with faulty wheels 3 2 5 DO NOT use a cart in which your vision is obstructed whenever possible 3 2 6 Push rather than pull the book cart 3 2 7 Pull book carts when exiting elevators 3 2 8 Pull carts through swinging doors 3 2 9 Push from the end not the sides 3 2 10 Get help when moving a large or fully loaded cart 3 2 11 Use carts w
57. 0 CONFINED SPACE Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 4of5 13 0 Review of PRCS Program Entry operations are to be reviewed when there is reason to believe that the measures taken may not protect the employees and at least annually The program is to be revised to correct any deficiencies found 14 0 Entry into Non Permit Confined Spaces Precautions must be taken for entry into non permit required spaces The space atmosphere must be tested for oxygen concentration combustible gas or vapor and potential toxic contaminants Any hazardous conditions detected must be reported to the supervisor and the Environment Health and Safety Office Manholes and confined spaces with limited ventilation must be power ventilated with a blower minimum capacity 750 cfm operating at its maximum rated speed for a minimum of 5 minutes Larger confined spaces greater than 1000 cubic feet must be ventilated for at least 10 minutes The blower must be in continuous operation while anyone is in the confined space 15 0 Confined Space and PRCS Recognition Checklist 15 1 PART 15 1 1 Is the space large enough so an employee can bodily enter and perform work 15 1 2 Does the space have limited or restricted means of entry and exit 15 1 3 Is the space not designed for continuous occupancy If the answer is yes to all items in Part I continue to Part Il If the answer is no to any of the items in Part I the space is not considered a confined s
58. 1 5 Tin Snips Tin snips should be heavy enough to cut the material so easily that the worker needs only one hand on the snips and can use the other to hold the material The material is to be well supported before the last cut is made so that cut edges do not press against the hands GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April 1 2011 y TOOLS Page 4o0f 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY Jaws of snips are to be kept tight and well lubricated Employees shall wear safety goggles when trimming corners or slivers of metal because small particles often fly with considerable force They shall always wear gloves 8 1 6 Cutters Cutters used on wire reinforcing rods or bolts should have ample capacity for the stock otherwise the jaws may be sprung or spread Also a chip may fly from the cutting edge and injure the user Cutters require frequent lubrication To keep cutting edges from becoming nicked or chipped cutters are not to be used as nail pullers or pry bars Cutter jaws should have the hardness specified by the manufacturer for the particular kind of material to be cut By adjustment of the bumper stop behind the jaws cutting edges are to be set to have a clearance of 0 003 inch when closed 8 2 Wood Cutting Tools Edged tools are to be used so that if a slip should occur the direction of force will be away from the body For effic
59. 2 Security personnel shall perform the following course of action 2 2 1 Security Guard near the location of fire shall 2 2 1 1 Extinguish the fire if it is on early stage and if trained to do so 2 2 1 2 Call other Security personnel for help 2 2 1 3 Call 999 for help 2 2 1 4 Inform security supervisor 2 2 2 Security Personnel responding to the emergency shall 2 2 3 2 2 2 1 Extinguish the fire if it is on early stage and if you are trained to do so 2 2 2 2 Secure and cordon the area to avoid entry of unauthorized person 2 2 2 3 Secure the evacuation area and assign security member 2 2 2 4 Secure and cordon designated salvage area for recovered documents and equipments 2 2 2 5 Assist the incoming Fire Brigade Team from Civil Defense 2 2 2 6 Regulate the flow of traffic 2 2 2 7 Provide directions to employees students contractors and visitors to evacuation Security Supervisor shall perform the following course of action 1 Assist the Fire Brigade Team from Civil Defense 2 Inform the Director of Business Operations Department 2 2 3 3 Inform the QU Fire Section 2 2 3 2 2 3 2 3 The Fire Brigade Team Leader of Civil Defense shall declare All Clear signal that fire has been stopped 2 4 The QU Leading Fireman shall prepare fire accident report and submit to Safety Unit 2 5 Safety Unit shall submit final report on fire accident to Electromechanical Section for review 2 6 Electromechanical Secti
60. 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 3 of 9 2 3 Supervisors It is the responsibility of Supervisors to ensure that all of their employees exposed to noise levels equal to or greater than 85 dBA have access to appropriate hearing protective devices in the work area and enroll those employee s in the HCP if identified as having an 8 hour TWA equal to or exceeding 85 dBA Supervisors are responsible for enforcing the use of hearing protective devices and engineering and administrative controls in designated noise hazardous areas and dispensing ear muffs when necessary as well as maintaining a supply of disposable ear plugs The supervisor must ensure that the following are maintained Signs posted at the entrance to any work area where noise levels equal or exceed 85 dBA Supply hearing protection to his her employee s at no cost to the employee s Enforcement of the wearing of hearing protection in the designated areas using established disciplinary procedures e Hearing Protection Devices HPD are used and maintained as originally intended and in accordance with instructions provided Coordinating and scheduling HCP training for all Qatar University personnel who participate in the HCP with BOD Safety Unit 2 4 Employees Employees are responsible for wearing and maintaining hearing protective devices as instructed Employees enrolled in the University s Hearing Conservation Program must also participate in annual training
61. 3 medical records 1 8 Employee emergency action plans 1 2 3 2 0 Failure to comply with Occupational Health and Environmental Controls OSHS 1926 Subpart D 2 1 Medical services and first aid 1 2 3 2 2 Sanitation 1 2 3 2 3 Occupational noise exposure 1 2 3 2 4 Gases vapors fumes dusts and 1 2 3 mists 2 5 Illumination 1 2 3 2 6 Ventilation 1 2 3 2 7 Hazard Communication 1 2 3 3 0 Failure to comply with Personal Protective Equipment OSHS 1926 Subpart E 3 1 Occupational foot protection 1 2 3 3 2 Head protection 1 2 3 3 3 Hearing protection 1 2 3 3 4 Eye and face protection 1 2 3 3 5 Respiratory protection 1 2 3 3 6 Safety belts lifelines and lanyards 1 2 3 3 7 Safety nets 1 2 3 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 01 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR Revision No 0 NON CONFORMANCES TO eee Aptt 501 QATAR UNIVERSITY SAFETY CONTRACTOR Disciplinary Action Item No Infraction 15 ars 37 Offense Offense Offense 4 0 Failure to comply with Fire Protection and Prevention OSHS 1926 Subpart F 4 1 Fire Protection 1 2 3 4 2 Fire Prevention 1 2 3 5 0 Failure to comply with Signs Signals and Barricades OSHS 1926 Subpart G 5 1 Accident prevention signs and tags 1 2 3 5 2 Signaling 1 2 3 5 4 Barricades 1 2 3 6 0 Failure to comply with Materials Handling Storage Use a
62. 4 The inside width of the well must be at least 30 inches 76 cm 10 5 The bottom of the well above the point of access to the bottom of the ladder must be between 7 feet 2 1 m and 8 feet 2 4 m 11 0 Ladder Safety Devices and Related Support Systems for Fixed Ladders 11 1 All safety devices must be capable of withstanding without failure a drop test consisting of a 500 pound weight 226 kg dropping 18 inches 41 cm 11 2 All safety devices must permit the worker to ascend or descend without continually having to hold push or pull any part of the device leaving both hands free for climbing GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 21 Revision No 0 USE OF STARIWAYS AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools LADDERS Page 5 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 11 3 All safety devices must be activated within 2 feet 61 m after a fall occurs and limit the descending velocity of an employee to 7 feet sec 2 1 m sec or less 11 4 The connection between the carrier or lifeline and the point of attachment to the body belt or harness must not exceed 9 inches 23 cm in length 12 0 Training Requirements A training program must be provided for each employee using ladders and stairways The program must enable each employee to recognize hazards related to ladders and stairways and to use proper procedures to minimize these hazards For construction operations additional employee training is req
63. 5 4 3 5 4 4 5 4 5 5 4 6 5 4 7 5 4 8 5 4 9 5 4 10 Participate in your work unit s heat stress training Learn the signs and symptoms of heat stress as well as risk factors Take extra care if you are at high risk You may be at increased risk if you are older or overweight you overexert you have a chronic medical condition including diabetes heart or lung disease thyroid disease or high blood pressure If you take medications you should check with your doctor to see if you are at increased risk because of the effects of these medications Follow the preventive measures listed in your work unit s HMP Job Safety Analysis Take time to acclimate to heat and humidity A heat wave is stressful to your body You will have a greater tolerance for heat if you limit physical activity until you become accustomed to it Stay hydrated by drinking small amounts of cool water frequently to relieve thirst and maintain adequate urine output Wear appropriate clothing Choose lightweight light colored loose fitting clothing Pace yourself Start slowly and pick up the pace gradually Monitor yourself for the signs and symptoms of heat related illness described above When working in the heat monitor the condition of your co workers Ask your coworker to do the same for you Promptly report to your supervisor any known or suspected unsafe conditions or unsafe procedures 6 0 Exposure Monitoring Upon request EHS Office wil
64. CTIVE To provide guidelines on the proper use and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment to employees visitors and contractors SCOPE The University and contractor shall at his expense furnish his workers with protective equipment for the eyes face hands head and feet whenever necessary by reason of the hazardous nature of the process or environment chemical or radiological or other mechanical irritants or hazards capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any of the body through absorption inhalation or physical contact All personal protective equipment shall be approved designed and constructed appropriate for the exposure and the work to be performed The University and contractor shall ensure the adequacy and proper maintenance of personal protective equipment used in the workplace The employee shall ensure that the personal protective equipment are used and handled in accordance with the University guidelines and policies DEFINITIONS Threshold Limit Value TLV Airborne concentrations of substance representing conditions under it is believed that nearly all workers may be repeatedly exposed without adverse effect Oxygen Deficient Atmosphere ODA An atmosphere consisting of less than 19 5 oxygen Person may become drowsy unconscious or may die at levels below 15 Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health IDLH A toxic or oxygen deficient atmosphere that poses an immediate h
65. D Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools SAFE WORK PRACTICES Page 2 of 3 11 0 Fume Hood System Testing 11 1 Each fume hood requires annual retesting and recertification Testing shall occur with HVAC system operating at 100 Qualified and trained personnel shall conduct testing At a minimum EHS will follow these procedures 11 1 1 Visual inspection for hood damage modification or congestion 11 1 2 Face velocity measurement at the designated sash position To pass the average velocity must not below 90 or above 150 of criteria 11 1 3 Fume hood alarm test if applicable 11 1 4 Fume hoods that pass the annual testing will have labels affixed stating the following 11 1 4 1 Test date 11 1 4 2 Initial of inspector 11 1 4 3 Face velocity reading at the standard operating sash opening 11 2 EHS Office will contact Electromechanical Section to repair fume hoods that fail one of the first test Fume hoods with face velocities below 80 of the criteria will receive the posting OUT OF SERVICE DO NOT USE Fume hoods posted as OUT OF SERVICE DO NOT USE must be emptied and cleaned immediately to prevent chemical exposure for laboratory occupants and personnel who will repair the fume hood system 11 3 Report all fume hood alarms to BOD Safety Unit 2686 for repair 11 4 BOD Safety Unit will test and label the fume hood during the laboratory s annual inspection If indicated the inspector will conta
66. Equipment OSHS 1926 Subpart O 13 1 Equipment 1 2 3 13 2 Motor vehicles 1 2 3 13 3 Material Handling equipment 1 2 3 13 4 Pile driving equipment 1 2 3 13 5 Site clearing 1 2 3 14 0 Failure to comply with Excavation 1 2 3 OSHS 1926 Subpart P 15 0 Failure to comply with Stairways 1 2 3 and Ladders OSHS 1926 Subpart X 3 0 Target Completion of Corrective Action Type of Corrective Action Maximum Period of Completion 3 1 Elimination is a permanent One 1 day from the receipt of written solution and should be attempted communication from QU in the first time 3 2 Substitution involves replacing the Two 2 week from the receipt of written hazard or environmental aspect by communication from QU one of lower risk 3 3 Engineering controls involve physical One 1 week from the receipt of written barriers or structural changes to the communication from QU environment 3 4 Administrative controls reduce hazard Three 3 days from the receipt of written by altering procedures and providing communication from QU instructions 3 5 Personal protective equipment last One 1 day from the receipt of written resort or temporary control communication from QU 4 0 Completeness Effectiveness Verification Criteria 4 1 Safety inspection reports are verified as to completeness and effectiveness of the corrective actions solutions 4 2 Completeness 4 2 1 Implementation Is it done and completed 4 2 2 Internalization Is it practiced as documented
67. IVE ACTION OBJECTIVE To establish criteria on completeness and effectiveness of the corrective taken by concerned on Safety Inspection Report GUIDELINES 1 Safety inspection reports are verified as to completeness and effectiveness of the corrective actions CRITERIA 1 1 COMPLETENESS 1 1 1 Implementation Is it done and completed 1 1 2 Internalization Is it practiced as documented 1 1 3 Traceability to records Are there records or objective evidences 1 2 EFFECTIVENESS 1 2 1 Attainment of Goal Did it eliminate the non conformity 1 2 2 Non recurrence of non conformity Are there no repeat infraction or similar infraction found 1 2 3 Continuous Improvement Does it improve the system process 2 Safety Inspection Reports may be closed if the corrective action has passed these criteria GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 05 Revision No 0 ACCIDENT INCIDENT Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h daols INVESTIGATION Page 1 of 1 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To determine and document properly the cause of an accident or incident occurrence and to recommend corrective and preventive action SCOPE OF INVESTIGATION Fire Biohazardous and Chemical Spill Vehicular Accident Equipment Breakdown Occupational Accident Radiation Exposure Environmental Radioactive contamination NOOR ON gt GUIDELINES 1 0 The Director of Business Operation Department shall ini
68. Operator should wear gloves and laboratory coat during this procedure 2 6 Spray or wipe walls work surfaces and equipment with an appropriate disinfectant detergent 2 7 Flood top tray drain pans and catch basin below work surfaces with disinfectant and allow to stand 20 minutes 2 8 Dump excess disinfectant from tray and drain pans into cabinet base 2 9 Lift out tray and removable exhaust grille work Wipe off top and bottom underside surfaces with disinfectant sponge or cloth Replace in position GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 36 EMERGENCY Revision No f 0 PREPAREDNESS AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 RESPONSE BIOLOGICAL a QATAR UNIVERSITY SPILL 2 10 Gloves cloth or sponge should be discarded in an autoclave pan and autoclaved 2 11 Drain disinfectant from cabinet base into an appropriate container and autoclave according to standard procedures 3 Biohazard Spill Control Inside a Bio Safety Cabinet 3 1 Keep the BSC on 3 2 Put on protective gloves 3 3 Spray amp wipe walls work surfaces and equipment with decontamination solution 3 4 Flood tray top drain pans and catch basins with decontamination solution 3 5 Allow to stand for 20 minutes 3 6 Drain excess solution into cabinet base 3 7 Lift out tray and any removable exhaust grille work 3 8 Clean top and bottom surfaces with sponge cloth soaked in decontamination solution
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70. Protection 26 1 Use of Personal Protective Equipment 26 1 1 Employees working in areas where there are potential electrical hazards shall be provided with and shall use electrical protective equipment that is appropriate for the specific parts of the body to be protected and for the work to be performed 26 1 2 Protective equipment shall be maintained in a safe reliable condition and periodically inspected or tested 26 1 3 If the insulating capability of protective equipment may be subject to damage during use the insulating material shall be protected by covering with leather or other appropriate materials 26 1 4 Nonconductive head protection shall be worn whenever there is danger of head injury from electric shock or burn due to contact with exposed energized parts 26 1 5 Protective equipment for the eyes or face shall be worn whenever there is danger of injury to the eyes or face from electric arcs flashes or flying objects resulting from electrical explosion 27 0 General Protective Equipment and Tools 27 1 Insulated tools or handling equipment shall be used by employees working near exposed energized conductors or circuit parts if the tools or handling equipment might make contact with such conductors or parts 27 2 lf the insulating capability of insulated tools or handling equipment is subject to damage the insulating material shall be protected GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 07 Re
71. RING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page i 4of9 3 3 Area Measurements In an area survey measurements of environmental noise levels are recorded using a sound level meter to identify work areas where employees exposures may be above hazardous levels and where more thorough exposure monitoring may be needed Area monitoring is conducted using a calibrated sound level meter set to the A scale slow response Within the area of interest several different locations will be measured Typical measurement locations would include e In the hearing zone at the employee s normal work location Next to the noise source s e At the entrance s to the work area At other locations within the area where the employee might work A rough sketch of the area will be included with the results showing the locations where the noise readings were obtained If the noise levels are below 80 dBA on a time weighted average basis in the area no further routine monitoring will be required for that area Should any of the noise measurements equal or exceed 80 dBA records shall be maintained as to the noise levels recorded where they were taken and the source s of the noise These records shall be updated at least once every two years to determine if any changes have occurred that would warrant re monitoring of exposed personnel If any of the measurements equal or exceed a noise level of 80 dBA employees who work in or near th
72. SS EHSG 24 0 26 EFFECTIVE 5 S EHSG 25 0 27 MATERIALS HANDLING AND EHSG 26 0 STORAGE 28 ERGONOMICS EHSG 27 0 29 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS EHSG 28 0 30 HAZARD COMMUNICATIONS EHSG 29 0 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 0 01 Revision No 0 Effectivity Date April 1 2011 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 2 of 2 b Goolsy QATAR UNIVERSITY 31 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 30 0 AND RESPONSE TRAPPED PERSON S IN A LIFT 32 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 31 0 AND RESPONSE FIRE 33 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 32 0 AND RESPONSE CHEMICAL SPILL 34 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 33 0 AND RESPONSE MEDICAL DISTRESS INJURY 35 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 34 0 AND RESPONSE SANDSTORM 36 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 35 0 AND RESPONSE BOMB THREAT 37 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 36 0 AND RESPONSE BIOLOGICAL SPILL 38 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 37 0 AND RESPONSE RADIATION 39 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 38 0 AND RESPONSE EARTHQUAKE 40 EVACUATION FOR PEOPLE WITH EHSG 39 0 DISABILITIES 41 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EHSG 40 0 AND RESPONSE UTILITY FAILURE 42 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE EHSG 41 0 NUMBERS GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 0 1 Revision No 0 SAFETY GUIDELINES Effectivity Date April 1 2011 pe cools MANUAL INTRODUCTION ee QATAR UNIVERSITY 1 0 Business Operations Department Safety Pol
73. Steel scaffolding should be erected and used in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations Proper seating and locking of all connections is of extreme importance 18 2 A light duty tube and coupler scaffold shall have all posts bearers runners and bracing of nominal 2 inch O D steel tubing The posts shall be spaced no more than 6 feet apart by 10 feet along the length of the scaffold Other structural metals when used must be designed to carry an equivalent load No dissimilar metals shall be used together on any tube coupler scaffold 18 3 A medium duty tube and coupler scaffold shall have all posts runners and bracing of nominal 2 inch O D steel tubing Posts spaced not more than 6 feet apart by 8 feet along the length of the scaffold must be bearers of nominal 2 1 2 O D steel tubing 18 4 A heavy duty tube and coupler scaffold shall have all posts runners and bracing of nominal 2 inch O D Steel tubing with the posts spaced not more than 6 feet by 6 feet 6 inches 18 5 Posts must be accurately spaced erected on suitable bases and maintained plumb 18 6 Runners shall be erected along the length of the scaffold located on both the inside and the outside posts at even heights Runners shall be interlocked to the inside and the outside posts at even heights Runners shall be interlocked to form continuous lengths and coupled to each post The bottom runners must be located as close to the base as possible Runners must be placed not
74. T RESPONSE FIRE 1 2 2 Security Guard near the location of fire shall 1 2 2 1 If the employee student or witness is not able to notify CSU and or Fire Section about the fire the security guard receiving the information from the witness shall call CSU and or Fire Section 1 2 2 2 Report the location of fire 1 2 2 3 Extinguish the fire if it is on early stage and if trained to do so 1 2 2 4 Inform security supervisor 1 2 3 Security Personnel shall 1 2 3 1 Secure and cordon the area to avoid entry of unauthorized person 1 2 3 2 Secure the evacuation area and assign security member 1 2 3 3 Secure and cordon designated salvage area for recovered documents and equipments 1 2 3 4 Assist the incoming Fire Brigade Team from Civil Defense 1 2 3 5 Regulate the flow of traffic 1 2 3 6 Provide directions to employees students contractors and visitors to evacuation area 1 3 Fire Section personnel shall perform the following course of action 1 3 1 The Leading Fireman shall 1 3 1 1 Mobilize the fire fighting team upon receiving the information and location of fire 1 3 1 2 Coordinate with Electromechanical Section of BOD to de energize isolate electrical equipment or any electrical source from the fire scene 1 3 1 3 Provide instruction to fire fighting team during rescue and evacuation 1 3 1 4 Coordinate with Fire Brigade Team of Civil Defense if their presence is needed during fire 1 3 1 5 Coordina
75. UNIVERSITY Page 6 of 9 4 3 1 2 Formable Formable earplugs come in just one size Some are made of material which after being compressed and inserted expands to form a seal in the ear canal When properly inserted they provide noise attenuation values that are similar to those from correctly fitted pre molded earplugs Individual units may procure approved formable earplugs Supervisors must instruct users in the proper use of these earplugs as part of the annual education program Each earplug must be held in place while it expands enough to remain firmly seated A set of earplugs with a cord attached is available These earplugs may be washed and therefore are reusable but will have to be replaced after two or three weeks or when they no longer form an airtight seal when properly inserted 4 3 1 3 Custom Molded Earplugs A small percentage of the population cannot be fitted with standard pre molded or formable earplugs Custom earplugs can be made to fit the exact size and shape of the individual s ear canal Individuals needing custom earplugs will be referred to an audiologist 4 3 2 Earmuffs Earmuffs are devices worn around the ear to reduce the level of noise that reaches the ear Their effectiveness depends on an air tight seal between the cushion and the head 4 4 Selection of Hearing Protective Devices Employees will be given the opportunity to select hearing protective devices from a variety of suitable ones provided by
76. VERSITY Page 5 of 9 3 6 Re monitoring Due to Changes Any area with noise levels that equal or exceed 80 dBA shall also be re monitored whenever a change in production process equipment or controls increase the noise exposure such that additional employees are exposed to noise levels at or above 80 dBA on a time weighted average basis Areas where the noise levels have dropped below 80 dBA due to alterations in equipment controls or process changes may be eliminated from the monitoring program after a period of two months 4 0 Noise Control Methods 4 1 Engineering and Administrative Controls The primary means of reducing or eliminating personnel exposure to hazardous noise is through the application of engineering controls Engineering controls are defined as any modification or replacement of equipment or related physical change at the noise source or along the transmission path that reduces the noise level at the employee s ear Engineering controls such as mufflers on heavy equipment exhausts or on air release valves are required where possible Administrative controls are defined as changes in the work schedule or operations which reduce noise exposure If engineering solutions cannot reduce the noise administrative controls such as increasing the distance between the noise source and the worker or rotation of jobs between workers in the high noise area should be used if possible The use of engineering and administrative contr
77. a year SEISO Sweep 2 1 9 Do not place your personal belonging on your desk table SEITON Systematize 2 1 10 Fix your desk table when it is out of order SH TSUKE Self discipline 2 2 CHAIRS 2 2 1 Place your chair under the desks after work SE ITON Systematize 2 2 2 Return chair under table every after meeting SE ITON Systematize 2 2 3 Do not hang coats bags etc on your chair SEITON Systematize 2 2 4 Clean your chair regularly SEISO Sweep 2 2 5 Fix your chair when it is unstable or noisy SH TSUKE Self discipline 2 3 CABINETS 2 3 1 Label contents in each cabinet at outer space SE TON Systematize 2 3 2 Divide cabinet drawers by partition for smaller items SE TON Systematize 2 3 3 Label each file for easy retrieval SE TON Systematize 2 3 4 Unless specified or necessary do not place anything on top of cabinets SEIKETSU Standardize 2 4 TELEPHONES 2 4 1 Regularly clean your telephone body and dial with soft detergent SE SO Sweep 2 4 2 Set telephone wires neatly around your desk SE ITON Systematize 2 4 3 Place your telephone at most convenient location for easy use SE TON Systematize 2 5 OFFICE EQUIPMENT 2 5 1 Regularly clean your office machines with soft detergent SE SO Sweep 2 5 2 Neatly set electric wiring for safety and good appearance SE TON Systematize 2 5 3 Place expendable papers neatly at designated locations by type and size SEITON Systematize 2 5 4 Inspect machines regularly an
78. aboratory Laboratory coats shall not be worn into food areas or outside of the building where the laboratory is located If infectious organisms are involved protective clothing must not be worn outside of the laboratory Other protective clothing such as gloves and rubber aprons and equipment such as explosion shield must be used where appropriate Gloves must be worn when handling experimental animals corrosive chemicals and when skin contact with infectious agents or organisms containing recombinant DNA molecules could occur Only persons who have received formal training in the nature of the hazards and have the consent of the laboratory supervisor are allowed to enter the laboratory The only animals allowed in the laboratory are those that are essential to the work being done When levels of work of different hazard are carried out in the same laboratory carefully demarcated area All accidents and hazardous spills must be reported in writing to the laboratory supervisor and to Business Operation Department Safety Unit GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 09 Revision No 0 LABORATORY SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 3646 Gaooly Page 3 of 4 QATAR UNIVERSITY 2 18 Medical evaluation treatment and surveillance must be available for each laboratory employee as appropriate under the University s Chemical Hygiene Program 2 19 An appropriate departmental labor
79. affect their safe use 6 18 Single rail ladders must not be used 6 19 When ascending or descending a ladder employees must face the ladder 6 20 Employee contractors must use at least one hand to grasp the ladder when moving up or down the ladder 6 21 An employee on a ladder must not carry any object or load that could cause the worker to lose balance and fall 7 0 Structural Defects in Ladders 7 1 Portable ladders with structural defects such as broken or missing rungs cleats or steps broken or split rails corroded components or other faulty or defective components must immediately be marked defective or tagged with DO NOT USE or similar language and must be withdrawn from service until repaired 7 2 Fixed ladders with structural defects such as broken or missing rungs cleats or steps broken or split rails or corroded components must be withdrawn from service until repaired 7 3 Defective fixed ladders are considered withdrawn from use when they are immediately tagged with DO NOT USE or similar language marked in a manner that identifies them as defective or blocked such as with a plywood attachment that spans several rungs 7 4 Ladder repairs must restore the ladder to a condition meeting its original design criteria before the ladder is returned to use 8 0 Care and Maintenance of Ladders 8 1 To get maximum serviceability safety and to eliminate unnecessary damage of equipment good safe practices in the
80. against the work surface with force at least 5 pounds greater than the weight of the tool 17 9 The tool shall be designed so that it will not operate when equipped with the standard guard indexed to the center position if any bearing surface of the guard is tilted more than 8 degrees from contact with the work surface GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April 1 2011 TOOLS Page 15 0f 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY 17 10 The tool shall be designed so that positive means of varying the power are available or can be made available to the operator as part of the tool or as an auxiliary to facilitate selection of a power level adequate to perform the desired work without excessive force 17 11 The tool shall be designed so that all breeching parts will be reasonably visible to allow a check for any foreign matter that may be present 17 12 Tools shall not be loaded until just prior to the intended firing time Neither loaded nor empty tools are to be pointed at any employees Hands shall be kept clear of the open barrel end 17 13 Loaded tools shall not be left unattended 17 14 Fasteners shall not be driven into very hard or brittle materials including but not limited to cast iron glazed tile surface hardened steel glass block live rock face brick or hollow tile 17 15 Driving into materials easily penetrated shall be avoided unl
81. age 5 of 15 8 2 4 Hatchets Hatchets shall not be used for striking hard metal surfaces since the tempered head may injure the user or others by flying chips When using a hatchet in a crowded area employee shall take special care to prevent injury to themselves and other workers Using a hatchet to drive nails is prohibited 8 3 Miscellaneous Cutting Tools 8 3 1 Planes Scrapers Bits and Drawknives Planes scrapers bits and drawknives are to be used only by experienced employees These tools are to be kept sharp and in good condition The principal hazard in the use of knives is that hands may slip from the handle onto the blade or that the knife may strike the body or the free hand A handle guard or a finger ring and swivel on the handle eliminates these hazards Adequate guarding is important Employees who must carry knives with them on the job shall keep them in sheaths or holders Never carry a sheathe knife on the front part of a belt Always carry it over the right or left hip toward the back This will prevent severing a leg artery or vein in case of a fall Knives must never be left lying on benches or in other places where they may cause hand injuries Safe placing and storing of knives is important to knife safety Supervisors must make certain that employees who handle knives have ample room in which to work so they are not in danger of being bumped by other workers Supervisors should be particularl
82. all be inspected before and after use by employee for tightness of connections condition of face piece head band valves and connecting tubes pliability and signs of deterioration of rubber parts proper air pressure and proper functioning 6 9 Clean and disinfect equipment after each use according to manufacturer recommendation 6 10 Positive pressure respirator shall be serviced only by experienced person using parts designed for the particular respirator 6 11 Respirator shall be stored where they are protected from dust sunlight heat extreme cold excessive moisture and damaging chemicals Store respirator with the face piece and exhalation valve resting in a normal position to prevent distortion Do not store respirator in places such as lockers or toolboxes unless they are in carrying cases or cartons supplied by the manufacturer 6 12 Chemical cartridges shall be replaced as necessary to provide complete protection 6 13 Replacement of cartridge shall be installed by experienced personnel Change a defective respirator for a new one 6 14 Respirator located at stations and work areas for emergency use shall be readily accessible at all times They shall be stored in a specially designed compartment 6 15 Respirator shall comply with Occupational Safety and Health Standard 1910 134 7 0 Eye and Face Protection 7 1 Employees students and contractors shall wear approved eye protection at work site where protection to the eyes
83. anage assigned tasks without accident 7 0 Motivation and Recognition Good communications a viable suggestion system and the recognition of good safety performance encourages employee participation in safety programs 8 0 Job Placement Employees must only be assigned tasks that are consistent with their physical capacities and job skills these enable employees to work without endangering themselves or others 9 0 Response to Accidental Occurrences Site specific effective emergency response plans must be established as per the guidelines of Emergency Preparedness and Response These should include measures to contain or control an emergency or disaster when an accident occurs to minimize the loss of resources a reporting and investigation system to determine the cause of the accident and the adoption of corrective actions to avoid a recurrence 10 0 Contractor Safety Business Operations Department will monitor all construction activity to ensure that services are performed in conformity with Qatar University safety policies principles and practices and do not imperil any person or property GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 0 1 Revision No 0 SAFETY GUIDELINES Effectivity Date April 1 2011 adao MANUAL INTRODUCTION E QATAR UNIVERSITY 11 0 Accountability All employees and contractors shall be held accountable for personal and functional safety performance An imp
84. and arm postures when working Sit close to your work area keep objects close and adjust your chair to match the height of the bench 2 2 3 Avoid repetitive or forceful twisting and turning motions i e opening valves or adjusting microscopes Make sure valves and knobs are clean and in good working order 2 2 4 Work with your wrist in a neutral or straight position as if you were shaking hands with someone 2 2 5 Use light pressure when performing tasks such as pipetting 2 2 6 Use electronic pipettes or light touch models whenever possible 2 2 7 Select equipment and tools that are the right size for your hand 2 2 8 Use padding and tubing to reduce pressure and force when working For example use rubber tubing on forceps to increase diameter and reduce pinch force Soften sharp edges on work surfaces with padding 2 2 9 Use thin flexible gloves that fit properly Ill fitting and poorly designed gloves increase pinch and grip forces when working GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 27 Revision No 0 ERGONOMICS Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 4of7 2 3 Avoid Static Positions 2 3 1 Weight shift often when standing to work Use a stool or shelf to prop up a foot to relieve pressure on your back 2 3 2 If standing in one spot for long periods use cushioned floor mats or shoes with good support 2 3 3 Alternate how you hold objects like forceps Switc
85. area in which an excavation is being made is large enough to permit it the sides of the cut shall be sloped at the natural angle of repose the angle that the sloped surface would develop in weathering Normally this angle would be not less than 1 1 2 feet on the horizontal to each foot on the vertical When it is not possible to slope to the angle of repose shoring must be erected to prevent a cave in 3 Safety in the Area Proper bracing barricading and shoring to create safe working conditions in trenching are necessary Workers must be able to get out of trenches quickly in the event of accidents usually by ladders OSHA regulations require that in any trench four feet deep or more there must be exit ladders from the floor of the trench extending above the top of the excavation A worker should not be required to travel more than 25 feet to reach the ladder When workers are exposed to excavation or trenching operations that are not in compliance with these standards they shall immediately vacate that hazardous exposure and inform the appropriate supervisor having jurisdiction over such operation of the unsafe conditions f instructed by a supervisor to enter an excavation or trench not in compliance with standards the employee shall refuse to enter and shall immediately call the EHS Office 2686 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 09 Revision No A 0 LABORATORY SAFETY Effectivity Date Apr
86. at machines and or equipment are isolated from all potentially hazardous energy and locked out or tagged out before employees and or contractors perform any servicing or maintenance during which an unexpected energization start up or release of stored energy could cause an injury GUIDELINES 1 0 General Lockout is the preferred method of isolating machines or equipment from energy sources All equipment shall be locked out or tagged out to protect against accidental or inadvertent operation when such operation could cause injury to personnel Do not attempt to operate any switch valve or other energy isolating device when it is locked or tagged out A tagout system is to be used only if an isolating device cannot be locked out or it is demonstrated that a tagout system does provide full employee and contractor protection 2 0 Responsibility and Requirements 2 1 The QU Electrical Engineer is responsible for the implementation of the lockout tagout procedures Employees and contractors shall be trained to understand the safety significance of their responsibilities in implementing the procedures The lockout tagout procedures shall be complied with when work is performed on or near de energized circuit parts or equipment in any situation where there is a danger of injury due to unexpected energization of the circuit parts or unexpected start up of the equipment 2 2 Training is to be provided to ensure that the purpose and function o
87. ation of this initial training shall be submitted to EHS Office Supervisors are required to review their work unit s HMP Job Safety Analysis with their staff annually or whenever relevant work procedures change During the warm season supervisors should closely monitor their staff to ensure that the work units heat stress Job Safety Analysis is being followed and evaluate if any additional measures are needed 5 2 1 Heat stress training should include 5 2 1 1 A review of heat related disorders and their risk factors 5 2 1 2 Recognition of the signs and symptoms of heat related disorders and the importance of monitoring for them 5 2 1 3 Preventive measures that will be used 5 2 1 4 Fluid replacement options and expectations 5 3 Issue Heat Alerts When conditions are present that contribute to heat stress departments and work units are to alert at risk employees and implement their preventive measures for working in heat The alert should include a reminder of signs and symptoms how to control exposure and a re emphasis of the preventive work strategies to be followed GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No i EHSG 24 Revision No 0 HEAT STRESS Effectivity Date April1 2011 Page 5 of 6 5 4 Employee s Responsibility Employees who work outdoors or within indoor environments with elevated temperatures have the following responsibilities 5 4 1 5 4 2
88. atory safety manual shall be available to each laboratory supervisor All personnel are advised of the hazards and are required to know and follow recommended practices and procedures specific to that department This manual should be part of the written Chemical Hygiene Plan 3 0 General Health Practices 3 1 Eating and drinking are prohibited 3 2 Smoking or the applying of cosmetics is prohibited 3 3 The storage of personal effects food and beverages is prohibited 3 4 Sink hoses are located above the sink rim and do not create a potential cross connection between contaminated water and the water supply 3 5 Hands are washed after working with hazardous material and before working with uncontaminated material or leaving the laboratory 3 6 All areas are designed for easy cleaning and are kept clean and uncluttered Storage space is sufficient Soaces between equipment are accessible for cleaning 3 7 Bench tops and work surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable impervious to water and resistant to chemicals and moderate heat 4 0 Physical Safety 4 1 All exit doors shall be appropriately marked and unobstructed 4 2 Aisles shall be unobstructed 4 3 There shall be no tripping hazards 4 4 All equipments shall be in good operational condition 4 5 Eye wash and safety shower access shall be unobstructed 4 6 Circuit breaker panels shall be accessible 4 7 Heavy objects shall be stored below a level of five feet from the floor unless secured
89. avation 1 4 Adequate means of egress will be maintained at all times 1 5 Excavations located near public vehicular traffic shall be barricaded and contractors shall be provided with and wear warning vests 1 6 In excavations greater than four 4 feet in depth or where oxygen deficiency or other hazardous atmospheres could reasonably be expected to exist testing must be performed prior to the entry of employees 1 7 lf a hazardous atmosphere is verified at a trenching site emergency rescue equipment must be available and attended SCBA Lifelines etc as required by the Confined Space Standard see Confined Space Guidelines 1 8 Inspection of trenching operations for hazardous conditions must be performed daily or when changing conditions warrant rain different soil type etc Upon detection of a hazardous condition employees must be removed from excavation at once 1 9 Protective systems for excavations are required to be inspected and certified by a registered professional engineer of the appropriate excavation discipline or field 1 10 Both visual and manual soil testing will be performed by a competent person to determine soil type before employees and contractors are allowed to enter a trench GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 08 Revision No 0 me EXCAVATION SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 2of2 QATAR UNIVERSITY 2 Angle of Repose When the
90. azard to life or produces immediate irreversible debilitating effects on health Respirator A device to protect the wearer from the inhalation of harmful atmosphere Disposable Dust and mist Respirator A small paper or fabric respirator used to remove small quantities of relatively non toxic materials such as rust or dirt and which is discarded after use Negative pressure respirator Negative pressure is created inside the respirator when the wearer inhales and air is filtered before entry into the mask Positive pressure respirator An air supplied cylinder with regulator allows air to enter the mask and provide air for breathing The regulated air maintains a positive pressure during inhalation and exhalation Small leaks in the seal will allow airflow out rather than outside air to enter GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 17 Revision No 0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE Effectivity Date April 1 2011 EQUIPMENT Page 2of6 GUIDELINES 1 0 Wearing Apparel 1 1 Cover all shall be worn during operation maintenance of equipment Shirt and pants shall be worn for other operational duties and light maintenance 1 2 Trouser legs shall not be rolled above the ankles and shirttails shall be tacked in one s pants 1 3 Cover all sleeves shall not be tied on body waist 1 4 Employee s shall not wear long dangling sleeves or other loose clothing when working on or around machiner
91. cations do not apply to University bulletin boards or to safety posters 2 0 Danger Signs 2 1 The DANGER header shall be used when there is a hazardous situation which has a high probability of death or severe injury It should not be considered for property damage unless personal injury risk is present 2 2 There shall be no variation in the type of design of HIGH VOLTAGE signs posted to warn of specific dangers and radiation KEEP OUT hazards 2 3 All employees shall be instructed that danger signs indicate immediate danger and that special precautions are necessary 2 4 The colors red black and white shall be those of opaque glossy GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 28 i Revision No 0 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 oo Page 2of7 QATAR UNIVERSITY g 3 0 Caution Signs 3 1 The CAUTION header is used to indicate a hazardous situation which may result in minor or moderate injury However Caution should not be used when there is a possibility of death or serious injury Caution should not be considered for property damage accidents unless personal injury risk is present 3 1 Caution signs shall be used only to warn against potential hazards or to caution against unsafe practices 3 2 All employees shall be instructed that caution signs indicate a possible hazard against which proper precaution should be taken 3 3 Standard color
92. ct Electromechanical Section to initiate repairs based upon their findings After repairs BOD Safety Unit as appropriate will perform follow up testing 12 0 Ventilation System Repair 12 1 Laboratory personnel must call BOD Safety Unit as soon as they notice a problem with the fume hood or laboratory ventilation system 12 2 All system outages planned or unplanned require laboratory notification posting and appropriate shutdown procedures be followed Maintenance personnel shall follow all applicable Environmental Health and Safety guidelines and OSHA standards e g hazard communication lock out tag out personal protective equipment depending upon whether or not they have to access the interior of the exhaust system 12 3 Electromechanical Section must notify the Dean of the affected laboratories and Safety Unit of all ventilation outages that will exceed fours hours in duration 12 4 Electromechanical Section will coordinate all responses to request for ventilation system repair GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 12 Revision No 0 LABORATORY FUME HOOD Effectivity Date April1 2011 Hd Gools SAFE WORK PRACTICES Page 3 of 3 12 5 Fume hood users are responsible for contacting Safety Unit if the fume hood alarm or gauge indicates poor fume hood performance Follow the posted shut down procedures and place a sign on the fume hood OUT OF SERVICE DO NOT USE 13 0 Frequentl
93. ction from lift manufacturer It is dangerous for any other person to attempt to do so Failure to take adequate precautions may render the authorized person concerned guilty of negligence should an accident occur Central Service Unit Control Room Operator shall establish communication between the passenger trapped within the lift car and persons outside as rapidly as possible in order to reassure passengers Ensure the release of passenger is conducted by two authorized persons University nominated authorized persons for implementing release operations telephone number 1 1 Fire Section Fireman 4403 3999 1 2 Reliant Contractor 1 1 O amp M Contractor Office 4403 3540 1 2 KONE Technician 55871971 2 Procedure for Safe Release CSU Control Room Operator should inform the trapped passengers that authorized assistants will be in attendance to conduct rescue CSU Control Operator shall inform immediately Reliant Contractor and the Fire Section to proceed to the location 2 1 Manual Movement of Lift gt Upon the reaching the site Reliant or Fireman shall conduct assessment of the situation gt Do not attempt to conduct rescue alone gt Open the door lift using the key provided by the manufacturer gt Ifthe liftis stuck at the floor level release the passenger Reliant Contractor shall conduct safety check Proceed to item 2 3 gt Ifthe liftis stuck in the middle of the floor level move the lift manually Refer to
94. ctrical energy might endanger personnel If the capacitors or associated equipment are handled in meeting this requirement they are treated as energized 4 4 Stored non electrical energy hydraulic pneumatic etc in devices that could re energize electric circuit parts shall be blocked or relieved to the extent that the circuit parts cannot be accidentally energized by the device 5 0 Application of Locks and Tags see Lock Out Tag Out Guidelines 6 0 The following requirements shall be met before any circuit or equipment is considered de energized or worked on as de energized 6 1 A qualified person operates the equipment operating controls or otherwise verifies that the equipment cannot be restarted GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 07 Revision No A 0 ELECTRICAL SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 3646 Gaoly Page 2of5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 6 2 A qualified person uses test equipment to test the circuit elements and electrical parts of equipment to which employees will be exposed and verifies that the circuit elements and equipment parts are de energized The test shall also determine if any energized condition exists as a result of inadvertently induced voltage or unrelated voltage backfeed even though specific parts of the circuit have been de energized and presumed to be safe When voltage over 600 volts nominal are tested the test equipment shall be checked for proper operation immed
95. d confined space 2 3 Entry Supervisor is a supervisor or foreman responsible for determining if acceptable entry conditions are present at a permit space where entry is planned for authorizing entry for overseeing entry and for terminating entry 3 0 Identification of Permit Required Confined Spaces PRCS Each department is to identify all confined spaces and those suspected of being a PRCS Subsequent to identification the department should contact the Environment Health and Safety Office to assist in the evaluation of those spaces 4 0 Warning Signs PRCSs must be posted with warning signs notifying employees of any hazards that are present and that only authorized entrants may enter the PRCS An example warning sign may be GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 06 Revision No 0 m CONFINED SPACE Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 2of5 QATAR UNIVERSITY DANGER PERMIT REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE DO NOT ENTER 5 Evaluation of Permit Required Confined Space Condition PRCS Each PRCS must be evaluated to identify hazards determine the severity the hazards and establish control procedures and practices by which the space may be entered safely A Confined Space Hazard Evaluation form must be completed for each PRCS Before entry into a PRCS is authorized the conditions within the space must be tested to determine if acceptable entry conditions exist The space must be
96. d crouch in an inside corner of the building 2 1 3 Stay away from glass windows outside doors and walls and anything that could fall such as lighting fixtures or furniture 2 1 4 Use a doorway for shelter only if it is in close proximity to you and if you know it is a strongly supported load bearing doorway 2 1 5 Stay inside the building until shaking stop and it is safe to go outside Note Research has shown that most injuries occur when people inside the building attempt to move to a different location within the building or try to leave outside 2 1 6 Be aware that the electricity may shutdown or the sprinkler and fire alarms system may activate 2 1 7 DO NOT use the elevators 2 2 If Outdoor 2 2 1 Move away from the buildings streetlights and utility wires 2 2 2 Once in an open area stay there until the shaking will stop 2 3 If in a moving vehicle 2 3 1 Stop as quickly and stay in the vehicle Avoid stopping near or under buildings trees overpasses and utility wires 2 3 2 Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped Avoid roads bridges or ramps that might have been damaged by the earthquake 2 4 If trapped under debris 2 4 1 Do not light a match 2 4 2 Do not move or kick up dust 2 4 3 Cover your mouth with handkerchief or clothing 2 4 4 Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can locate you Use a whistle if one is available Shout only as a last resort Shouting can cause you to inhale dangerous amount of d
97. d door and elevator thresholds 5 3 Personnel transporting chemicals must wear disposable gloves and safety glasses GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 11 HANDLING STORAGE AND een Me z ectivity Date B prii 1 USE OF COMPRESSED e me QATAR UNIVERSITY GASES OBJECTIVE To provide guideline in the proper handling storage and utilization of all compressed gases used in the University GUIDELINES 1 0 If as a result of a visual inspection a cylinder is obviously damaged it shall be immediately return to the supplier without attempting any usage 2 0 Cylinders shall not be subjected to a temperature above 125 F nor shall a flame ever be permitted to come in contact with any part of a compressed gas cylinder 3 0 Individual cylinders or small groups of cylinders must be chained to a fixed object whether in use or in storage unless they are chained in a cylinder cart 4 0 Store cylinders in definitely assigned places where they will not be knocked over or damaged by passing of falling objects Where cylinders are stored in the open they should be protected from the direct rays of the sun Full cylinders should be used in rotation as received from the supplier 5 0 Do not drop cylinders or permit them to strike each other violently 6 0 Do not use a lifting magnet or a sling rope of chain when handling cylinders A crane may be used when a safe cradle or platform carrier i
98. d so that the electric equipment 7 3 7 4 involved is safely shut down before circuits are de energized Employees shall be instructed in the safety significance of the lockout tagout procedure Name Job Title of employees authorized to lockout tagout Each new or transferred affected employee and other employees whose work operations are or may be in the area shall be instructed in the purpose and use of the lockout or tagout procedure Names Job Title of affected employees and how to notify Contractor shall secure logout tagout permit for works that need de energization or energization of equipment GUIDELINES MANUAL 364 Gaoly QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 15 Revision No 0 LOCK OUT TAG OUT Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 3of3 8 0 Preparation for Lockout or Tagout Inspect carefully and locate and identify all isolating devices Be certain which switch s valves s or other energy isolating devices control the equipment to be locked or tagged out More than one energy source electrical mechanical or others may be involved All type s and location s of energy isolating means must be found and managed GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 16 Revision No 0 OFFICE SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h Gooly Page 1of 1 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide safety guidelines for personnel wor
99. d take actions for required services SH ITSUKE Self discipline 2 5 5 Assign ownership accountability to each office equipment SEIKETSU Standardize GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 25 Revision No 0 EFFECTIVE 5 S Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 2of2 2 6 NOTICE BOARD BULLETIN BOARD 2 6 1 Ensure that notices or information that are out of date are removed SEIRI Sort 2 6 2 Ensure that all information data and graphs are regularly updated SHITSUKE Self discipline 2 6 3 Items should be neatly arranged and properly secured SE TON Systematize 2 6 4 Pins must be readily available SE TON Systematize 2 6 5 Check that location of notice board is appropriate SEIKETSU Standardize 2 7 BOOK SHELVES 2 7 1 Classify books by category for easy retrieval SE TON Systematize 2 7 2 Always return books to their designated locations after use SHITSUKE Self discipline 2 7 3 Keep books shelves clean and tidy SEISO Sweep SEIKETSU Standardize 2 7 4 Do not place anything other than books and reference materials in book shelves SEITON Systematize SHITSUKE Self discipline 2 7 5 Dispose outdated books and reference materials SE RI Sort 2 8 BLACKBOARDS WHITEBOARDS 2 8 1 Always clean the blackboards whiteboards completely after each use SEISO Sweep 2 8 2 Check chalks or markers for replenishment SEIRI Sort SEITON Systematize 2 8 3 Clean e
100. d that the automatic operation of a device was caused by an overload rather than a fault condition no examination of the circuit or connected equipment is needed before the circuit is re energized 23 3 Over current protection of circuits and conductors may not be modified even on a temporary basis 24 0 Test Equipment and Instruments 24 1 Only qualified persons may perform testing work on electric circuits or equipment 24 2 Test instruments and equipment including all associated test leads cables power cords probes and connectors shall be visually inspected for external defects and damage before the equipment is used If there is a defect or evidence of damage that might expose an employee to injury the defective or damaged item shall be removed from service tagged out of service and no employee may use it until repairs and tests necessary to render the equipment safe have been made 24 3 Test instruments equipment and their accessories shall be rated for the circuits and equipment to which they will be connected and designed for the environment in which they will be used 25 0 Where flammable or ignitable materials are present only occasionally electric equipment capable of igniting them shall not be used unless measures are taken to prevent hazardous conditions from developing Materials include but are not limited to flammable gases vapors or liquids combustible dust and ignitable fibers or filings 26 0 Safeguards for Personnel
101. ders placed in areas such as passageways doorways driveways or where they can be displaced by workplace activities or traffic must be secured to prevent accidental movement or a barricade must be used to keep traffic or activities away from the ladder 6 10 The area around the top and bottom of the ladders must be kept clear 6 11 The top of a non self supporting ladder must be placed with two rails supported equally unless it is equipped with a single support attachment 6 12 Ladders must not be moved shifted or extended while in use 6 13 Ladders must have non conductive side rails if they are used where the worker or the ladder could contact exposed energized electrical equipment 6 14 Users are cautioned to take proper safety measures when metal ladders are used in areas containing electrical circuits to prevent short circuits or electrical shock 6 15 The top or top step of a step ladder must not be used as a step GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 21 Revision No 0 USE OF STARIWAYS AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools LADDERS Page 3 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 6 16 Cross bracing on the rear section of step ladder must not be used for climbing unless the ladders are designed and provided with steps for climbing on both front and rear sections 6 17 Ladders must be inspected by a competent person for visible defects on a periodic basis and after any incident that could
102. dous agents 6 2 For the purpose of this subparagraph the term biological hazard or biohazard shall include only those infectious agents presenting a risk or potential risk to the well being of man 7 0 Sign Design 7 1 All signs shall be furnished with rounded or blunt corners and shall be free from sharp edges burrs splinters or other sharp projections 7 2 The ends or heads of bolts or other fastening devices shall be located in such a way that they do not constitute a hazard 8 0 Nature of Wording 8 1 The wording of any sign should be easily read and concise 8 2The sign should contain sufficient information to be easily understood 8 3 The wording should make a positive rather than negative suggestion and should be accurate in fact 9 0 Safety Tags 9 1 Safety tags shall be used as a means to prevent accidental injury or illness to employees students and visitors who are exposed to hazardous or potentially tia hazardous conditions equipment or operations which DANGER are out of the ordinary unexpected or not readily apparent Do Not Drink 9 2 Safety tags shall be used until such time as the This identified hazard is eliminated or the hazardous operation is completed Water 9 3 Safety tags need not be used where signs guarding or ome other positive means of protection are being used GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 28 Revisi
103. e high noise area or equipment shall have their noise exposure determined through personnel monitoring using dosimeters 3 4 Personnel Monitoring 3 5 Determination of the noise exposure level will be accomplished using calibrated noise dosimeters Each employee to be monitored will have a dosimeter placed on him her at the beginning of his her normal work shift with the microphone placed in the hearing zone The dosimeter will be worn for the full duration of the work shift while the employee performs his her normal work routine At the end of the work shift the dosimeter will be removed and information printed out as soon as possible Background information will be collected from each employee detailing job description unusual job activities etc for the time period sampled Those employees whose noise exposure equal or exceeds 80 dBA on an 8 hour TWA will be referred to the Qatar University Medical Clinic for inclusion in the Hearing Conservation Program Re monitoring of Hazardous Noise Areas All areas where noise levels equal or exceed 80 dBA shall be re monitored at least every two years Whenever an employee exhibits a standard threshold shift as determined by Occupational Medical Clinic the employee s work place shall be re monitored to identify and rectify the cause GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNI
104. e object of the audiometric testing program is to identify workers who are beginning to lose their hearing and to intervene before the hearing loss becomes worse Audiometric testing will be provided to all employees whenever employee noise exposures equal or exceed an 8 hr time weighted average TWA of 85 dBA Annual retesting will be performed for all personnel enrolled in the Hearing Conservation Medical Surveillance Program 6 0 Training The training and education program will provide information about the adverse effects of noise and how to prevent noise induced hearing loss At a minimum all training will cover the following topics Noise induced hearing loss Recognizing hazardous noise GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 8 of 9 Symptoms of overexposure to hazardous noise Hearing protection devices advantages and limitations Selection fitting use and maintenance of HPDs Explanation of noise measurement procedures Hearing conservation program requirements Employees will also be provided with copies of the OSHA noise standard 29 CFR 1910 95 and other handouts describing the Qatar University Hearing Conservation Program The office of Business Operations Department Safety Unit will provide annual refresher training Supervisors must contact BOD Safety Unit to schedul
105. e training for new personnel assigned to work in noisy environments and for retraining of current personnel GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No Revision No HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date Page 7 0 Recordkeeping Hearing Conservation Program records will include the following Record Location Medical Evaluation and Audiograms QU Medical Clinic Training Records BOD Safety Unit Hearing Conservation Program BOD Safety Unit Hazard Evaluation BOD Safety Unit All non medical records ex work area and equipment surveys will be maintained for a period of five years Results of hearing tests and medical evaluations performed for hearing conservation purposes as well as noise exposure documentation shall be recorded and shall be a permanent part of an employee s health record All personnel who routinely work in designated hazardous noise areas shall be identified and a current roster of such personnel shall be maintained by BOD Safety Unit and Medical Clinic and updated periodically GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 15 Revision No 0 LOCK OUT TAG OUT Effectivity Date April 1 2011 3646 Gaooly Page 1 of 3 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE This guideline establishes the requirements for the lockout or tagout of energy isolating devices It will ensure th
106. e used and must be completely insulated Splicing if used shall be equal to the insulating quality of the cable and shall not be located within 3 05 meters 10 feet of the electrode holder 2 3 4 Ground return cables must have a safe current carrying capacity equal to or greater than the specified maximum output capacity of the units serviced When a structure or pipeline is employed as a ground circuit a determination must be made that the required electric contact exists at all joints 2 3 5 The frames of all arc welding and cutting machines shall be grounded with a third wire or a separate wire which is grounded at the source of the current 2 3 6 Arc welding or cutting operations shall be shielded by noncombustible or flameproof screens to protect employees and other persons in the vicinity from the direct rays of the arc 2 3 7 Employees performing any type of welding cutting or heating shall be protected by suitable eye protection equipment 2 4 Resistance Welding 2 4 1 All equipment shall be installed by a qualified electrician 2 4 2 A safety type disconnecting switch circuit breaker or circuit interrupter shall be provided near the machine 2 4 3 Operators shall be properly trained and judged competent to operate the equipment before being designated to do so 2 4 4 Controls of all automatic air and hydraulic chargers shall be guarded against accidental activation 2 4 5 All doors and panels shall be kept blocked on the r
107. ead protection shall be used for construction 5 4 Head protection shall be replaced if cranked chopped or otherwise damaged 5 5 Employee s and contractors shall not paint or deface hard hat or bump cap 5 6 Each employee and contractor shall be issued one head protection according to usage 5 7 Employees contractors and visitors shall wear head protection on the following areas construction site central service unit men s and women s activity energy center those areas when working requires lifting and excavation 5 8 Operation and Maintenance contractors shall wear head protection at all times while working 6 0 Respiratory Protection 6 1 Respirator shall be used while working at chemicals with toxic fumes 6 2 Respirator shall be used during construction where dust accumulation is very heavy 6 3 Respirator shall be used in confined spaces 6 4 Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS for proper selection of respirator 6 5 Respirator fit shall be conducted annually for employees required to wear respirator GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 17 Revision No 0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE Effectivity Date April1 2011 h daols EQUIPMENT Page 5 of 6 QATAR UNIVERSITY 6 6 Employees with facial hair shall not be given mask respirator as the gas will still penetrate the sealing surface of the respirator 6 7 Contact lenses shall not be used with respirator 6 8 Respirator sh
108. ectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 6 of 7 2 6 6 Pad forearms elbows or hard edges Avoid interference with air flow 2 6 7 Position work supplies as close as possible 2 6 8 Place equipment on approved turntables for easy retrieval 2 6 9 Use diffused lighting to limit glare 2 6 10 Take short breaks to stretch muscles and relieve forearm and wrist pressure 3 0 Library Ergonomics People working in libraries perform numerous manual handling tasks such as shelving books and maneuvering book carts These tasks can put stress on the back shoulders arms hands and wrists and can increase the risk of repetitive stress injuries 3 1 Use the following guidelines for shelving 3 1 1 Reaching overhead puts stress on your shoulders arms and upper back Use foot stool when shelving books on high shelves 3 1 2 Carrying too many books while shelving can put stress on your arms and shoulders Carry only the book being shelved 3 1 3 Bending at the waist puts stress on your back Squat when shelving books on low shelves Keep your back straight 3 1 4 Lifting heavy books can put stress on your wrists arms and shoulders Use two hands to lift heavy books such as bound volumes of serials Use two handed power grip to disperse load and maintain neutral hand positions while shelving 3 1 5 Pinch grip strength is approximately 25 of the strength of using the whole hand increasing the risk of wrist injury Avoid use of a pinch grip
109. ed The file is available at all times for employees to review 2 3 3 The University Chemical Hygiene Plan must be available to all employees 2 3 4 Labels indicating the name of the material and warning of the health and or physical hazards are attached to all containers of hazardous materials 2 3 5 Appropriate warning signs are posted in proper locations including the emergency information notice posted at the entrance of each lab 2 3 6 Informational meetings are conducted with all employees those working with hazardous chemicals are given at least basic and simple training which addresses the specific chemicals used the associated hazards and the use of safety equipment in each work place Specific hazardous chemical training is conducted for new employees and for all employees any time a new hazardous chemical is introduced into the workplace 2 3 7 Written records are kept of the training outline and format and a list of employees receiving the training is on file in the department GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 09 Revision No 0 LABORATORY SAFETY Effectivity Date April1 2011 16 Gooly Page 2of 4 QATAR UNIVERSITY 2 3 8 The above items are updated as new employees are hired new chemicals are purchased laboratory methods are changed etc 2 4 All hazardous processes must be performed in an appropriate fume hood or biological safety cabinet 2 5 2 6
110. ed to prevent swaying and displacement 13 0 Overhead protection must be provided for men on a scaffold exposed to overhead hazards 14 0 Slippery conditions on scaffolds shall be eliminated immediately after they occur GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 20 Revision No 0 USE OF SCAFFOLDING Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 20f3 QATAR UNIVERSITY 15 0 No welding burning riveting or open flame work shall be performed on any staging suspended by means of fiber or synthetic rope Only treated or protected fiber or synthetic ropes shall be used for or near any work involving the use of corrosive substances or chemicals 16 0 Wire synthetic or fiber rope used for scaffold suspension shall be capable of supporting at least 6 times the rated load 17 0 Wood Scaffolding 17 1 All lumber used in constructing ramps platforms staging scaffolding etc must be of good quality seasoned and straight grained free of large loose or dead knots and knots in groups checks splits and other defects which tend to decrease the structural strength 17 2 No nail should be subjected to direct pull A minimum of four nails per joint is recommended The size of the nail used will depend upon the load that must be carried by the joint and the thickness of the material being joined one inch stock requiring 8d nails two inch stock requiring 16d nails etc 18 0 Tabular Steel Scaffolding 18 1
111. eds of several miles per second Although fault slippage directly under a structure can cause considerable damage the vibrations of seismic waves cause most of the destruction during earthquakes GUIDELINES 1 General information Earthquakes strike suddenly violently and without warning Identifying potential hazards a head of time and advance planning can reduce the dangers of serious injury or loss of life from an earthquake Repairing deep plaster cracks in ceilings and foundations anchoring overhead lighting fixtures to the ceiling and following local seismic building standards will help reduce the impact of earthquakes 2 What to do in case of earthquake 2 1 If 2 1 1 Indoor Stay as safe as possible during an earthquake Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur Minimize your movements to a few steps to a nearby safe place and stay indoors until the shaking has stopped and you are sure leaving the building is safe GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No i EHSG 38 Revision No 0 EMERGENCY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 a PREPAREDNESS AND Page 2 of 3 p Gooly RESPONSE EARTHQUAKE QATAR UNIVERSITY 2 1 2 DROP to the ground take COVER by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture and HOLD ON until the shaking stops If there isn t a table or desk near you cover your face and head with your arms an
112. elding materials and insulated tools 9 0 When work is to be performed near overhead lines the lines shall be de energized and grounded or other protective measures shall be provided before work is started If the lines are to be de energized arrangements shall be made with the electric utility company person or organization that operates or controls the electric circuits involved to de energize and ground them If protective measures such as guarding isolating or insulating are to be provided these precautions shall prevent employees from contacting such lines directly with any part of their body or indirectly through conductive materials tools or equipment Only qualified persons of the electric utility power transmission and distribution organizations are allowed to install insulating devices on overhead power transmission and distribution lines 10 0 Employees and contractors shall not enter spaces containing exposed energized parts unless illumination is provided that enables the employees to perform the work safely Employees and contractors are not to perform tasks on or near exposed energized parts where there is a lack of illumination or an obstruction which precludes observation of work to be performed 11 0 For confined or enclosed work spaces prior to entry employees and contractors must be trained in the confined space entry requirements For employees and contractors working in confined or enclosed spaces such as manholes or vau
113. en in the following pages to those safe practices 8 1 Metal Cutting Hand Tools 8 1 1 Chisels Factors determining the selection of cold chisels are the materials to be cut the size and shape of the tool and the depth of the cut to be made The chisel should be made heavy enough so that they will not buckle or spring when struck GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April1 2011 TOOLS Page 3 of 15 A chisel no larger than the job should be selected so that the blade is used rather than the point or corner Also ahammer heavy enough to do the job should be used Employees contractors shall wear safety goggles when using a chisel and should set up a shield or screen to prevent injury to other workers from flying chips If a shield does not afford positive protection to all exposed employees then glasses with side protection should be worn 8 1 2 Tap and Die Work Tap and die work requires certain precautions The work should be firmly mounted in the vise Only a T handle wrench or adjustable tap wrench should be used When threads are being cut with a hand die hands and arms should be kept clear of the sharp threads coming through the die and metal cuttings should be cleared away with a brush 8 1 3 Hack Saws Hacksaws should be adjusted in the frame to prevent buckling and breaking but should not be
114. ended however to take the place of standard open end box or socket wrenches They are used mainly for nuts and bolts that do not fit a standard wrench Pressure is always applied to the fixed jaw 8 4 4 Pipe Wrenches Pipe wrenches both straight and chain tong shall have sharp jaws and be kept clean to prevent slipping The adjusting nut of the wrench is to be inspected frequently If it is cracked the wrench shall be taken out of service A cracked nut may break under strain causing complete failure of the wrench and possible injury to the user A piece of pipe cheater slipped over the handle shall not be used to give added leverage because this can strain a pipe wrench to the breaking point The handle of every wrench is designed to be long enough for the maximum allowable safe pressure A pipe wrench should never be used on nuts or bolts the corners of which will break the teeth of the wrench making it unsafe to use on pipe and fittings Also a pipe wrench when used on nuts and bolts damages their heads A pipe wrench shall not be used on valves struck with a hammer nor used as a hammer 8 4 5 Pliers Side cutting pliers sometimes cause injuries when short ends of wires are cut A guard over the cutting edge and the use of safety glasses will help prevent eye injuries The handles of electricians pliers are to be insulated In addition employees shall wear the proper electrical rated gloves if they are to work on ene
115. ent that have all feasible safeguards incorporated into their design When effective engineering controls are not feasible or when they are being initiated administrative controls will be used when and where possible followed by the use for personal protective equipment The program includes the following elements e Work environments will be surveyed to identify potentially hazardous noise levels and personnel at risk e Environments that contain or equipment that produces potentially hazardous noise should wherever it is technologically and economically feasible be modified to reduce the noise level to acceptable levels e Where engineering controls are not feasible administrative controls and or the use of hearing protective devices will be employed e Annual hearing testing will be conducted to monitor the effectiveness of the hearing conservation program Early detection of temporary threshold shifts will allow further protective action to be taken before permanent hearing loss occurs e Education is vital to the overall success of a hearing conservation program Annual training is required and must the employees and supervisors responsibilities under the program When the sound levels listed below are exceeded reasonable administrative or engineering controls will be instituted If the controls fail to reduce the noise exposure to within those listed below hearing protection will be provided and used to reduce the sound levels
116. er for your internal cooling system to work through sunburned skin Wear a hat and long sleeved shirt to prevent burning which we know can increase the risk of skin cancer GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 25 Revision No 0 EFFECTIVE 5 S Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 1 of 2 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To ensure effective and standard practice of 5S at Qatar University Definition 5 S stands for 5 Japanese words all starting with S this was translated into 5 English words also starting with S 5 S is not only a matter of good housekeeping It is a process to create more productive people and more productive University through motivation education and practice of 5 S It is a creation of a strong corporate filled with spirit of high productivity GUIDELINES 1 Set at least 3 minutes each day doing 5S 2 Maintain 5S as follows 2 1 DESKS WORKTABLES 2 1 1 Wipe your desk every morning SE SO Sweep 2 1 2 Clear your desk every after work SE SO Sweep 2 1 3 Dispose unnecessary items in your desk drawers SEI RI Sort 2 1 4 Do not place anything under your desks SE TON Systematize 2 1 5 Arrange items in your desk drawers neatly for easy retrieval SEITON Systematize 2 1 6 Do not pile up documents on your desk top SE TON Systematize 2 1 7 Clear your incoming outgoing trays SE SO Sweep 2 1 8 Clean front and sides of your desks at least once
117. ersonnel 6 3 2 Request persons exiting by way of the stairway to notify the Fire Section of your location 6 3 3 Await Emergency Responders 7 0 If a power failure occurs during the day and people with disabilities choose to wait in the building for electricity to be restored they can move near a window where there is natural light and access to a working telephone Business Operation Department CSU Control Room Operator should be notified so they can advise emergency personnel GUIDELINES MANUAL 3446 dooly QATAR UNIVERSITY Title EVACUATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Document No EHSG 39 Revision No 0 Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 2 of 2 8 0 If people would like to leave and an evacuation has been ordered or if the power outage occurs at night call BOD CSU Control Room Operator at telephone number 4403 3600 and request evacuation assistance GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 40 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 Effectivity Dat April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND ppf Date Aiia h RESPONSE UTILITY QATAR UNIVERSITY FAILURE OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the effective response during utility failure electrical light failure water leak gas leak GUIDELINES 1 0 Electrical Light Failure Remain calm University buildings are equipped with emergency lightings However it is recommended to co
118. esistance welding machines 2 4 6 Appropriate shields shall be provided to protect workers and passing employees from the sparks 2 4 7 Fire curtains shall be provided 2 4 8 For spot and seam welding voltage shall not exceed 480 volts during operation GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 22 Revision No 0 WELDING AND CUTTING Effectivity Date April1 2011 5 Gaoly MATERIALS Page k 4of4 QATAR UNIVERSITY 2 5 Welding Cutting and Heating Relative to Preservation Coatings 2 5 1 The flammability of protective coatings must be determined before welding cutting or heating is commenced on such surfaces 2 5 2 When coatings are highly flammable they shall be stripped from the area to prevent ignition Protective measures must be taken when the preservative coating is toxic GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 23 WALKING AND WORKING Revision No SURFACES FLOOR ectivity Date April gran ones OPENINGS oe Ko OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines on working surfaces floor openings and stairways to prevent trips and falls GUIDELINES 1 0 Walking Working Surfaces 1 1 All shop areas utility rooms halls and storerooms shall be kept clean and orderly 1 2 All floors shall be kept clean and dry as possible 1 3 Aisles used by material handling equipment shall be appropriately marked on the floor 1 4 Aisles passageways and
119. ess such materials are backed by a substance that will prevent the pin or fastener from passing completely through and creating a flying missile hazard on the other side 17 16 Power assisted hammer driven tools are used for the same purposes as powder actuated tools and generally the same precautions are to be followed 18 0 Woodworking Tools 18 1 Personal Protective Equipment All employees using woodworking tools shall be protected by eye protection equipment 18 2 Guarding All portable power driven circular saws shall be equipped with guards above and below the base plate or shoe The upper guard shall cover the saw to the depth of the teeth except for the minimum arc required to permit the base to be tilted for beveled cuts The lower guard shall cover the saw to the depth of the teeth except for the minimum arc required to allow proper retraction and contact with the work When the tool is withdrawn from the work the lower guard shall automatically and instantly return to the covering position 18 3 Disconnect Switches All fixed power driven wood working tools shall be provided with a disconnect switch that can either be locked or tagged in the off position 18 4 Self feed Automatic feeding devices shall be installed on machines whenever the nature of the work will permit Feeder attachments shall have the feed rolls or other moving parts covered or guarded so as to protect the operator from hazardous points 18 5 Speeds
120. etal housing The other end is grounded through a prong on the plug Anytime an adapter is used to accommodate a two hole receptacle the adapter wire must be attached to a known ground The third prong should never be removed from the plug Double insulation is more convenient The user and the tools are protected in two ways by normal insulation on the wires inside and by a housing that cannot conduct electricity to the operator in the event of a malfunction 12 1 These general practices should be followed when using electric tools 12 1 1 Electric tools should be operated within their design limitations 12 1 2 Gloves and safety footwear are recommended during use of electric tools GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April1 2011 y TOOLS Page 10 of 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY 12 1 3 When not in use tools should be stored in a dry place 12 1 4 Electric tools should not be used in damp or wet locations 12 1 5 Work areas should be well lighted 12 1 6 Electric cords shall be inspected periodically and kept in good condition Heavy duty plugs that clamp to the cord should be used to prevent strain on the current carrying parts if the cord is accidentally pulled 12 1 7 Although no guards are available for drill bits some protection is afforded if drill bits are carefully chosen for the work to be done such as being no longer than
121. eters Prevent access to the surrounding area Place lead shots and lead sheets over suspected area Check the dose rate at the barriers Call for additional help o To assist in maintaining the integrity of the barriers o To make necessary phone calls Call Radiation Protection Office Call BOD CSU Control Room 4403 3600 Call BOD Safety Unit 4403 3528 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 37 Revision No 0 EMERGENCY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND Page 3 of 3 B aoly RESPONSE RADIATION QATAR UNIVERSITY gt gt VV V Record names and location of any personnel involve in the incident BOD CSU Control Room shall call Hamad Hospital Emergency 4439 2111 Send immediately suspected overexposure radiation workers for medical examination Inform Ministry of Environment at telephone number 4420 7777 Take appropriate action depending on the severity of the exposure If the source is known to be in projector then visual search at last known whereabouts otherwise lost source shall be treated as unshielded Should sealed source be separated from projector then a search using survey meters and personal monitoring devices shall be undertaken again starting at the last known whereabouts Survey meter should be on lowest reading scale until nearing source taking care with regard to personal care Once located the Radiation Protection Officer shall dec
122. f 13 mm nylon or the equivalent with a maximum length of 1 8 meter They shall have a minimum breaking strength of 2 700 kg 8 4 Lifelines shall be a minimum of 20 mm or equivalent with a minimum breaking strength of 2 700 kg Steel cables are recommended for horizontal anchor lines with a minimum breaking strength of 2 700 kg or five times the load 8 5 Fall protection equipment shall comply with Occupational Health and Safety Standard 1926 104 and passed European Standard EN 361 EN 354 EN 355 EN 353 2 and EN 362 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 18 Revision No 0 SAFE LIFTING AND BACK Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h dGaols SAFETY Page 1 of 1 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To ensure safe lifting methods and prevent back injury during lifting of materials GUIDELINES 1 2 10 11 Avoid lifting and bending whenever you can Avoid the following 2 1 Heavy lifting especially repetitive lifting over a long period of time 2 2 Twisting at the waist while lifting or holding a heavy load this frequently happens when using a shovel 2 3 Reaching and lifting over your head across over your head across a table or out the back of a truck 2 4 Lifting or carrying objects with awkward or odd shapes 2 5 Sitting or standing too long in one position sitting can be very hard on the lower back Place objects up off the floor Raise lower shelves Use ca
123. f the program are understood by employees and contractors knowledge skills application use removal Training shall include 2 2 1 Recognition of hazardous energy sources type and magnitude of energy available the methods and means for isolation and control 2 2 2 Purpose and use of the procedure 2 2 3 Other employees whose work is in or may be in an area where lockouts tagouts are used Instruct about procedure and prohibition concerning starting locked and or tagged equipment 3 0 When tagout systems are used training should include the following limitations of tags 3 1 Tags are essentially warning devices and do not provide physical restraint 3 2 Tags must not be removed without authorization of the authorized person using it and never be bypassed ignored or otherwise defeated 3 3 Tags must be legible and understandable to be effective 3 4 Tags and their means of attachment must withstand environment 3 5 Tags may evoke a false sense of security and must be understood as part of an overall program GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 15 Revision No 0 LOCK OUT TAG OUT Effectivity Date April 1 2011 3646 Gaoly Page 2 of 3 QATAR UNIVERSITY 3 6 Tags must be securely attached 4 0 Employee Retraining 4 1 Retraining shall be provided annually or when there is a change in job assignments or change in machines equipment or process that present a new hazard or a c
124. fastened to the side rail ladders or directly to the structure building or equipment for individual rung ladders 9 2 Vertical bars must be on the inside of the horizontal bands and must be fastened to them 9 3 Cages must not extend less than 27 inches 68 cm or more than 30 inches 76 cm from the center line of the step or rung and must not be less than 27 inches 68 cm wide 9 4 The inside of the cage must be clear of projections 9 5 Horizontal bands must be spaced at intervals not more than 4 feet 1 2m apart measured from center line to center line 9 6 Vertical bars must be spaced at intervals not more than 9 1 2 inches 24 cm apart measured from center line to center line 9 7 The bottom of the cage must be between 7 feet 2 1 m and 8 feet 2 4m above the point of access to the bottom of the ladder The bottom of the cage must be flared not less than 4 inches 10 cm between the bottom horizontal band and next higher band 9 8 The top of the cage must be a minimum of 42 inches 1 1 m above the top of the platform or the point of access at the top of the ladder Provisions must be made for access to the platform or the point of access 10 0 Wells for Fixed Ladders 10 1 Wells must completely encircle the ladder 10 2 Wells must be free of projections 10 3 The inside face of the well on the climbing side of the ladder must extend between 27 inches 68 cm and 30 inches 76 cm from the center line of the step or rung 10
125. fficient to burst a tightly sealed bottle Keep the lids loose until sufficient time passes to complete the reactions and then tightly close the lids 2 4 Use a screw cap with a conical polyethylene or Teflon insert 2 5 Seal the caps with tape or Parafilm as further precaution 2 6 Additional protection can include wrapping in an absorbent paper and sealing inside a plastic bag and storing the bag inside a metal can with a friction fitting lid 3 0 Smaller Container Sizes Less is Better The life cycle cost of a chemical includes its initial purchase price plus the ultimate disposal cost Keep the quantity of accumulated in the laboratory at a minimum to reduce the risk of exposure fires and waste disposal problems Smaller package sizes provide the following advantages Reduced storage hazards Reduced storage space Safety in handling smaller quantities Reduced losses due to out of date chemicals Minimized cost of disposal of leftovers GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 10 Revision No 0 CHEMICAL STORAGE AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h daols HANDLING Page 2 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 4 0 Segregation of Chemicals 4 1 Do not store unsegregated chemicals in alphabetical order or incompatible chemicals in close proximity to each other The amount of space that can be placed between different chemical classes depends on the amount of storage area available in the
126. floor mats if standing for long periods 2 5 2 Sit supported against the backrest of your chair 2 5 3 Sit or stand close to your work at bench cut outs 2 5 4 Adjust your chair to work height rather than jutting out your chin or bending your neck down when working 2 5 5 Elevate your chair rather than reaching up to pipette 2 5 6 Do not twist or rotate your wrist while pipetting 2 5 7 Alternate or use both hands to pipette 2 5 8 Hold the pipetter with a relaxed grip 2 5 9 Use minimal pressure while pipetting 2 5 10 Use light force or two hands to change tips 2 5 11 Use low profile tubes solution containers and waste receptacles 2 5 12 Select a light weight pipetter sized for your hand 2 5 13 Use pipetters with finger aspirators and thumb dispensers to reduce thumb strain 2 5 14Use latch mode or electronic pipetters for repetitive pipetting 2 5 15 Take a 1 to 2 minute break after every 20 minutes of pipetting 2 6 Use the following guidelines for using fume hood and safety cabinet 2 6 1 Remove false fronts and supplies from under the work area 2 6 2 Use anti fatigue floor mats if standing for long periods 2 6 3 Adjust your chair height and sit back in the seat using the backrest 2 6 4 Use footrests and foot rings for leg support 2 6 5 Avoid resting your forearms on hard edges GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 27 Revision No 0 ERGONOMICS Eff
127. for all type of chemicals liquid solid gases in the University 2 Authorize copyholders of Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS Original Copy Chemical Store Photo copy Concerned Laboratory 3 Storage area for chemicals will be provided with Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS 4 Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS is updated annually every first quarter of the year or as needed by the Safety Unit and replace obsolete MSDS copies from copyholders 5 Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS is registered with the document data controller as externally generated document 6 0 The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 requires manufacturers to provide MSDSs at no cost Information is divided into ten sections 6 1 Section of the MSDS lists information identifying the manufacturer and the product It includes e manufacturer s name address and telephone number e number to call in case of emergency e chemical name and synonyms e trade name and synonyms e chemical family and formula e Chemical Abstract Service CAS number that is a unique identification number for chemical reagents e Date of preparation If your work requires an understanding of this chemical information contact your supervisor or BOD Safety Unit GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 13 Revision No 0 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA Effectivity Date April 1 2011 SHEET MSDS Page 2 of 3
128. for them FREQUENCY OF USE HOW TO STORE e Less than once a year Store within premises but outside work area e Once every 2 6 months Store within premises but outside work area e Once a month Store within premises but outside work area e Once a week Store within work area e Once a day Store within work area GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 26 Revision No 0 MATERIALS HANDLING AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY STO RAGE Page 1of3 OBJECTIVE To provide guideline and requirements involving material handling whether performed manually or through automation to eliminate or reduce injuries GUIDELINES 1 0 Materials Handling Methods 1 1 Inspect materials for slivers jagged edges or slippery surfaces 1 2 Get a firm grip on the object 1 3 Keep fingers away from pinch points especially when setting down materials 1 4 When handling lumber pipe or other long objects keep hands away from the ends to prevent them from being pinched 1 5 Wipe off greasy wet slippery or dirty objects before trying to handle them 1 6 Keep hands free of oil and grease 1 7 Handles and holders should be attached to loads to reduce the chances of getting fingers pinched or smashed 1 8 When the loads are heavy or bulky the mover should wear steel toed safety shoes or boots to prevent foot injuries if the worker slips or accidentally drops a load 1 9 Use gloves or othe
129. gency Medical Services of Civil Defense if necessary eee AAA AUN 1 5 Electromechanical Unit personnel and or O amp M contractor shall perform the following course of action 1 5 1 De energize isolate electrical equipment or any electrical source from the fire scene 1 5 2 Energize electrical equipment or electrical source after the repair completion of the damage equipment or electrical source 1 6 The QU Leading Fireman and or Fire Brigade Team Leader of Civil Defense shall declare All Clear signal that fire has been stopped 1 7 The QU Leading Fireman shall prepare fire accident report and submit to Safety Unit office 1 8 Safety Unit shall submit final report on fire accident to the Electromechanical Section for review 1 9 Electromechanical Section shall submit report on fire accident to the Director of Business Operations Department 2 0 Fire at Old University Environmental Studies Center 2 1 Employee or anyone who witness the fire shall perform the following course of action 2 1 1 Push the fire alarm button nearest to the fire location GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 31 eli EMERGENCY Eeg Date April i 2011 wi PREPAREDNESS AND sa ere eames RESPONSE FIRE 2 1 2 Inform the nearest security guard about the fire 2 1 3 Report the exact location of the fire 2 1 4 Extinguish the fire if it is on early stage and if you are trained to do so 2
130. guards shall be strong enough to withstand the effect of a bursting wheel 13 1 2 Floor and bench mounted grinders shall be provided with work rests which are rigidly supported and readily adjustable Such work rests shall be kept at a distance not to exceed one eighth inch from the surface of the wheel 13 1 3 Cup type wheels used for external grinding shall be protected by either a revolving cup guard or a band type guard All other portable abrasive wheels used for external grinding shall be provided with safety guards protection hoods except as follows When the work location makes it impossible a wheel equipped with safety flanges shall be used When wheels 2 inches or less in diameter which are securely mounted on the end of a steel mandrel are used 13 1 4 Portable abrasive wheels used for internal grinding shall be provided with safety flanges protection flanges except as follows When wheels 2 inches or less in diameter which are securely mounted on the end of a steel mandrel are used If the wheel is entirely within the work being ground while in use 13 1 5 When safety guards are required they shall be so mounted as to maintain proper alignment with the wheel and the guard and its fastenings shall be of sufficient strength to retain fragments of the wheel in case of accidental breakage The maximum angular exposure of the grinding wheel periphery and sides shall not exceed 180 13 1 6 When safety flanges are requ
131. h affects radiant heat exchange 1 2 Demands of the work influence the stress on the temperature regulation system Individual responses to a given work load vary but as an employee expends more energy the body s internal metabolic heat production rises This increases stress on the cardiovascular system to regulate body temperature i e by increasing blood flow to skin Work related factors that influence heat stress include work rate level of physical effort and duration of activity 1 3 Clothing characteristics such as insulation permeability weight fit and ventilation affect the body s ability to regulate internal temperatures Other factors that may increase the risk of heat related disorders include additional equipment the use of a respirator or other personal protective equipment PPE 1 4 Personal characteristics such as age weight previous heat stress injury underlying medical conditions e g diabetes cardiovascular disorders chronic pulmonary disease and thyroid disorders medication use and overall health and physical fitness contribute to an employee s susceptibility of contracting a heat related illness Working in an environment with heat stress not only increases the risk for specific heat related conditions such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke but also increases the risk for other adverse events GUIDELINES MANUAL Title QATAR UNIVERSITY Document No EHSG 24 Revisi
132. h holding with the thumb and index finger and the index and middle fingers to vary the task 2 3 4 Vary activities Change your position and take breaks every 20 minutes to rest muscles to rest and increase blood flow and circulation 2 4 Use the following guidelines for using microscope 2 4 1 Use a chair that provides good back support 2 4 2 Sit close to your work surface 2 4 3 Remove false fronts and supplies from under the bench work area 2 4 4 Avoid leaning on hard edges 2 4 5 Pad forearms and edges 2 4 6 Keep elbows close by your sides 2 4 7 Work with wrists in straight neutral positions 2 4 8 Adjust your chair workbench or microscope as needed to maintain an upright head position 2 4 9 Elevate tilt or move the microscope close to the edge of the counter to avoid bending your neck 2 4 10 Use adjustable eye pieces or mount your microscope on a 30 angle stand for easier viewing 2 4 11 Keep scopes repaired and clean 2 4 12 Spread microscope work throughout the day and between several people if possible 2 4 13 Take breaks Every 15 minutes close your eyes or focus on something in the distance Every 30 60 minutes get up to stretch and move GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 27 Revision No 0 ERGONOMICS Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 5 of 7 2 5 Use the following guidelines for using pipett 2 5 1 Use anti fatigue
133. hange in energy control procedures 4 2 Retrain when inspections reveal a need or whenever the employer sees a need 4 3 Retraining shall reestablish proficiency and introduce new or revised control methods 5 0 Coordination with Other Procedures The electrical lockout tagout procedure is to be implemented in coordination with appropriate procedures for safely isolating other energy systems such as hydraulic pneumatic thermal process gases and fluids chemical and mechanical in order to provide for the isolation of all energy sources that could endanger employees 6 0 Identifiable Lockout tagout devices must indicate the identity of the employee and tagout devices must warn against hazardous conditions Messages must include 6 1 DO NOT START 6 2 DO NOT OPEN 6 3 DO NOT CLOSE 6 4 DO NOT ENERGIZE 6 5 DO NOT OPERATE 7 0 Procedural Requirements 7 1 The lockout tagout procedure shall be documented by the Electromechanical Section and shall contain requirements to safeguard employees while they are working on or near de energized circuits parts or equipment in any situation where there is danger of injury due to unexpected energization of the circuits parts or unexpected start up of the equipment Procedures shall require preplanning to determine where and how electric energy sources can be disconnected to safely de energize circuits and equipment that are to be worked on 7 2 Equipment shutdown procedures shall be include
134. hed at the center of the entrant s back near shoulder level For vertical type PRCSs more than 5 feet deep a mechanical device for retrieval is to be available 0 Training Employees who are assigned duties that may require entry into PRCS must receive training on confined space entry procedures the permit system and hazard recognition and control procedures Authorized entrants attendants and supervisors in charge of entry are to receive training in their respective confined space duties and responsibilities Training is to be provided before employees are first assigned duties pertaining to PRCSs whenever there is a change in assigned duties whenever there is a change in PRCS operations that present a hazard about which an employee has not been trained and whenever there are deviations from the entry permit procedures or inadequacies in the employees use or knowledge of these procedures 12 0 Departmental Confined Space Safety Plan Each department shop or work unit is to complete a Confined Space Safety Plan to identify confined spaces and permit required confined spaces describe procedures and practices necessary for safe permit space entry identify equipment that will be needed P persons who are authorized as entrants attendants or supervisors and evaluate the hazards of the confined space GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 06 Revision No
135. hes shall have standard guardrails installed on all open sides and ends of the platform 4 0 Guardrails must be 2 X 4 inches or the equivalent approximately 42 inches high with a mid rail when required Supports must be at intervals not to exceed 8 feet Toe board and the guardrail extending along the entire opening consisting of No 18 gauge U S standard wire 1 2 inch mesh or the equivalent 5 0 Scaffolds and their components must be capable of supporting without failure at least 4 times the maximum intended load 6 0 Any scaffold including accessories such as braces brackets trusses screw legs ladders etc damaged or weakened from any cause must be immediately repaired or replaced 7 0 All load carrying timber members of scaffold framing shall be a minimum of 1 500 fiber Stress Grade construction grade lumber 8 0 All planking must be Scaffold Grades or equivalent as recognized by approved grading rules for the species of wood used The maximum permissible span for 1 1 4 X 9 inch or wider plank of full thickness shall be 4 feet with medium duty loading of 50 psf 9 0 All planking or platforms must be overlapped minimum 12 inches or secured from movement 10 0 An access ladder or equivalent safe access must be provided 11 0 Scaffold planks must extend over their end supports not less than 6 inches nor more than 18 inches 12 0 The poles legs or uprights of scaffolds must be plumb and securely and rigidly brac
136. hose conveyed by biological vectors including exposure to pathogenic micro organisms toxins and bioactive substances which may cause the loss of life or injury property damage social and economic disruption or environmental degradation Aerosols biological agents are dispersed into the air forming a fine mist that may drift for miles Inhaling the agent may cause disease in people or animals GUIDELINES 1 Biohazardous Spills in an Open Laboratory 1 1 Immediate Actions 1 1 1 Get everyone out of the affected area closing the door and warning others not to enter the contaminated area 1 1 2 Notify the Laboratory Supervisor In charge and the BOD Safety Unit at telephone number 4403 3528 1 1 3 Remove and containerize contaminated garments for autoclaving and thoroughly wash hands and face or shower if available 1 1 4 Determine the necessity for medical attention for persons exposed to the potentially hazardous materials 1 2 Decontamination Procedures 1 2 1 Wait 30 minutes to allow dissipation of aerosols created by the spill 1 2 2 Wear protective clothing when entering the laboratory to clean the spill area rubber gloves autoclavable footwear an outer garment and a respirator GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 36 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 PREPAREDNESS AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 RESPONSE BIOLOGICAL e QATAR UNIVERSITY SPILL
137. iately before and immediately after the test 7 0 The following requirements shall be met in the order given before circuits or equipment are re energized even temporarily 7 1 A qualified person conducts test and visual inspections as necessary to verify that all tools electrical jumpers shorts grounds and other such devices have been removed so that circuits and equipment can be safely energized 7 2 Employees and contractors exposed to the hazards associated with re energizing the circuit or equipment shall be warned to stay clear of circuits and equipment 7 3 Each lock and tag shall be removed by the employee who applied it or under his or her direct supervision However if the person is absent from the workplace then the lock or tag may be removed by a qualified person designated to perform this task provided that the supervisor ensures the person who applied the lock or tag is not available at the workplace ensures that the employee is aware that his or her tag has been removed before he or she resumes work at that workplace and a visual determination is made to ensure that all people are clear of the circuits and equipment 8 0 Only qualified persons may work on electric circuit parts or equipment that have not been de energized The qualified person shall be capable of working safely on energized circuits and shall be familiar with the proper use of special precautionary techniques personal protective equipment insulating and shi
138. icy and Program Business Operations Department is committed to prevention of accidents to minimize loss of life or bodily injury to its employees and damage to its physical assets In fulfilling this commitment Business Operations Department will provide and maintain a safe and healthful work environment and protect the public against foreseeable hazards resulting from operations Employees will be given an adequate safe working procedure and that they are informed of any hazard to their health which is known to be associated with work Loss of life and property resulting from accidental occurrences can be minimized through good management Safety is one aspect of this loss control philosophy and is the direct responsibility of line management All management functions will comply with Qatar Government and Company safety requirements applicable to the design operation maintenance and construction of facilities and or equipment When conformity with any of these requirements is not practicable or cost effective an amendment to such a requirement will be considered Reviews for compliance with these guidelines will be performed on a selective basis 2 0 Compliance with Safety Requirements The application of the best safety practices minimizes risk to personnel and property The design construction modification operation and maintenance of facilities and equipment and construction as practiced by Business Operations Department BOD a
139. ide on the course of action to be taken for recovery based on calculated dose rates shielding time location and other factors Radiation Protection Officer shall then take necessary steps to recover the source with the help of lead apron tongs cutters and lead pot and render the safe area 5 Stolen Source gt gt gt 6 Fire VVVVVVVV VV Check the source in the storage pit and the source at all sites and verify with the inventory of sources When it is confirmed the source is missing or stolen inform Radiation Protection Officer Take appropriate action in association with Ministry of Environment Cease all operations Follow fire emergency preparedness and response Call Radiation Protection Office Call BOD CSU Control Room 4403 3600 4485 2446 Call BOD Safety Unit 4403 3528 Check the dosimeter reading of the radiation workers Check the radiation intensity with the survey meters Prevent access to the surrounding area Check the dose rate at the barriers Call for additional help o To assist in maintaining the integrity of the barriers o To make necessary phone calls GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 37 Revision No 0 EMERGENCY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND Page 4 of 3 B aoly RESPONSE RADIATION QATAR UNIVERSITY gt gt Record names and location of any personnel involve in the incident Send immediately
140. ide sufficient warning from electrical hazards an attendant is to be stationed to warn and protect employees GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 08 Revision No 0 EXCAVATION SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 1 of 2 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide safety guidelines to all open excavations made in the earth s surface at Qatar University into which employees contractors are expected to enter Definition A trench excavation is a narrow excavation made below the surface of the ground where the depth is greater than the width but the width of a trench measured at the bottom is less than 15 feet A trench is a narrow excavation made below the surface of the ground In general the depth is greater than the width but the width of a trench is not greater than 15 feet GUIDELINES 1 University employees and contractors are to comply fully with the following requirements of excavation safety 1 1 All materials in proximity to the excavation site must be stored arranged or secured in such a manner as to prevent the material from accidentally falling into the trench 1 2 The Contractor Work Unit Supervisor is to notify the QU EHS Office of the Business Operation Department to request that underground utilities or installations be located prior to commencement of excavation 1 3 Excavation permit shall be complied prior to the start of exc
141. ient and safe work edged tools are to be kept sharp and ground to the proper angle A dull tool does a poor job and may stick or bind 8 2 1 Wood Chisels Inexperienced employees shall be instructed in the proper method of holding and using chisels Handles are to be free of splinters The wood handle of a chisel struck by a mallet is to be protected by a metal or leather cap to prevent it from splitting The work to be cut must be free of nails to avoid damage to the blade or cause a chip to fly into the user s face or eye 8 2 2 Saws Saws should be carefully selected for the work they are to do For crosscut work on green wood a coarse saw 4 to 5 points per inch is to be used A fine saw is better for smooth accurate cutting in dry wood Saws are to be kept sharp and well set to prevent binding 8 2 3 Axes An axe person is to make sure that there is a clear circle in which to swing the axe before starting to chop Also all vines brush and shrubbery within the range should be removed especially overhead vines that may catch or deflect the axe Axe blades shall be protected with a sheath or metal guard wherever possible When the blade cannot be guarded it is safer to carry the axe at one s side The blade on a single edged axe shall be pointed down GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April1 2011 TOOLS P
142. ight position of the cylinders to permit venting of vapors periodically to maintain safe internal pressures The instructions of the supplier with regard to handling and use of these cylinders should be followed 21 0 Transporting of Gas Cylinder 21 1 Gas cylinders must have the valve protection cover cylinder cap in place while being transported inter and intra building transport 21 1 Motor vehicles used to haul compressed gas cylinders shall be equipped with racks or other means of securing the cylinders 21 3 Cylinders containing liquefied hydrogen or toxic gases shall be transported in vehicles that are not enclosed 22 0 Handling of Gas Cylinder 22 1 Vehicles must have the hand brakes set and precautions taken to prevent movement of the vehicle during loading and unloading of compressed gas cylinders 22 2 Smoking is prohibited during loading unloading and hand transportation of flammable gases 22 3 Dollies or specially designed hand trucks equipped with safety straps or chains shall be used for transfer of compressed gas cylinders from loading area to shop or laboratory or other within building transfers 22 4 Compressed gas cylinders must be securely supported at all times Cylinders must not be left free standing at anytime e g cylinders unloaded from truck to loading dock must be secured until placed on a hand truck for delivery within the building 22 5 Empty cylinders may contain appreciable residual gas and in any even
143. il 1 2011 3646 Gaoly Page 1 of 4 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To ensure safe work practices in performing laboratory work and reduce the exposure of laboratory employees and students to hazardous chemicals and enable them to handle chemicals in a safe manner GUIDELINES 1 0 Hazards of Chemicals 1 1 Physical hazards such fire explosion or reaction with other chemicals 1 2 Health hazards developing from inhaling swallowing or having eyes or skin contact 2 0 Safety Practices 2 1 Before starting work with hazardous chemicals read container label information and the material safety data sheet MSDS and follow the precautions they contain 2 2 Pipetting must be done only with mechanical pipetting devices Mouth pipetting is prohibited 2 2 Laboratory doors should be kept closed to minimize the spread of chemical vapors disease organisms or fugitive emissions smoke in case of an accident 2 3 To comply with Laboratory Standard regulations a person should be assigned by the department to act as a Chemical Hygiene officer for the completion of necessary activities These activities include the following 2 3 1 An inventory of all hazardous chemicals being used and or stored in each laboratory or facility with approximate quantities on hand should be kept on file in the department and laboratory 2 3 2 A file of Material Safety Data Sheets MSDS for each hazardous chemical in the department should be assembl
144. ing must include the following topics Noise induced hearing loss Recognizing hazardous noise Symptoms of overexposure to noise e Hearing protection devices HPD s advantages amp limitations Selection fitting use and maintenance of HPD s Explanation of noise measurement procedures e Hearing conservation program requirements Identification of noise control measures including engineering and administrative controls and recommendations 2 2 The Qatar University Medical Clinic The Qatar University Medical Clinic QUMC is responsible for conducting baseline and annual audiograms for new employees who may be assigned to tasks with potential exposure to elevated levels of noise QUMC also schedules and conducts audiograms on an annual basis for employees exposed to sound levels greater than or equal to 85 dBA QUMC is responsible for notifying BOD Safety Unit of all employees who have experienced significant changes in hearing standard threshold shifts in order that follow up investigations may be conducted The affected employee and his or her supervisor will also be notified The occupational nurse practitioner sets up appointments and performs the audiogram in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration s noise requirements 29 CFR 1910 95 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April1
145. ired they shall be used only with wheels designed to fit the flanges Only safety flanges of a type and design and properly assembled so as to ensure that the pieces of the wheel will be retained in case of accidental breakage shall be used 13 1 7 All abrasive wheels shall be closely inspected and ring tested before mounting to ensure that they are free from cracks and defects 13 1 8 Grinding wheels shall fit freely on the spindle and shall not be forced on The spindle nut shall be tightened only enough to hold the wheel in place GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April 1 2011 TOOLS Page 12 0f 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY 13 1 9 All employees using abrasive wheels shall be protected by eye protection equipment Dust type safety goggles or plastic face shields should be worn and if dust is created a respirator approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety amp Health NIOSH for the exposure should be worn If a sander is used steadily it should be dismantled periodically as well as thoroughly cleaned every day by being blown out with low pressure air If compressed air is used the operator shall wear safety goggles or work with a transparent chip guard between his body and the air blast Because wood dust presents a fire and explosion hazard keep dust to a minimum sanders can be equipped with a dust collecti
146. is the material s ability to react and release energy or heat under special conditions or when it comes in contact with certain substances 6 6 Section VII gives instructions for the steps to be taken in case of an accidental release or spill The steps normally include information on containment evacuation procedures and waste disposal The statements on the MSDS are general more specific information is available from the appropriate Work Instruction GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 13 Revision No 0 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA Effectivity Date April 1 2011 SHEET MSDS Page 3 of 3 6 7 Section VIII describes the protective equipment for the individual who might have to work 6 8 6 9 with the substance This section normally describes worst case conditions therefore the extent to which personal protective equipment is required is task dependent Always review the appropriate Standard Operating Procedure Equipment may include e respiratory equipment e ventilation e protective gloves e eye protection e other protective equipment i e special clothing Section IX describes handling and storage procedures to be taken with the material Information may include statements such as keep container closed store in a cool dry well ventilated area keep refrigerated avoid exposure to sunlight Section X describes any special precautions or miscellaneous
147. is her operations to determine the need for special tools that will do the work more safely than ordinary tools Special tools should be kept readily available in a centralized tool room if possible The tool room attendant or craft supervisor should be qualified by training and experience to pass judgment on the condition of tools for further use Dull or damaged tools shall not be returned to stock GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April1 2011 TOOLS Page 2o0f 15 Proper maintenance and repair of tools requires adequate facilities work benches vises a forge or furnace for hardening and tempering tempering baths safety goggles repair tools grinders and good lighting Employees contractors especially trained in the care of tools should be in charge of these facilities otherwise tools should be sent out for repairs 6 0 Carrying Tools The employee contractor is to never carry tools which in any way may interfere with his her using both hands freely on a ladder or while climbing on a structure A strong bag bucket or similar container is to be used to hoist tools from the ground to the job Tools are to be returned in the same manner not brought down by hand carried in pockets or dropped to the ground Mislaid and loose tools cause a substantial portion of hand tool injuries Tools should not be lef
148. is needed e g welding grinding cooling tower monitoring laboratory analysis chipping polishing lathe turning work 7 2 Safety glasses shall be furnished to visitors at the University as needed 7 3 Employees students and contractors shall survey first the work areas to determine the eye and face hazards and wear the specific eye and or face protection necessary 7 4 Warning signs shall be posted in the immediate vicinity of the hazardous work area stating that wearing the appropriate protective equipment is mandatory while performing the hazardous work 7 5 Eye and face protection that are already blurred and damaged shall be replaced immediately 7 6 Eye and Face Protection shall comply with Occupational Safety and Health Standard 1910 133 and passed ANSI Z87 1 1989 and or EN 166 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 17 Revision No 0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools EQUIPMENT Page 6 of 6 8 0 Fall Protection 8 1 Safety harness shall be worn at all times while working above 1 8 meters or more above ground unless other adequate protection against falling is provided 8 2 All safety harness shall be regularly inspected for excessive wear or damage that could cause them to fail Harnesses and lanyards that are worn or damaged to the extent that they could fail shall be discarded and not be used 8 3 Safety harness or lanyards shall be a minimum o
149. ith handles whenever possible 3 2 12 Prior to using a book cart check for the following 3 2 12 1 Loose and or worn out wheels 3 2 12 2 Stability 3 2 12 3 Ease of movement 3 2 12 4 Ease of maneuverability 4 0 Lifting and Carrying For proper lifting and carrying refer to guidelines EHSG 18 Safe Lifting and Back Safety GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 28 Revision No 0 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 1of7 OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the specification of safety signs that define specific hazards and failure to designate them may lead to accidental injury to employees students visitors and to property damage DEFINITION Safety sign refers to a surface on prepared for the warning of or safety instructions of students workers or visitors who may be exposed to hazards These specifications are intended to cover all safety signs except those designed for streets highways and marine regulations Excluded from this definition are news releases displays commonly known as safety posters and bulletins used for employee education Safety Tag refers to a device usually made of card paper pasteboard plastic or other material used to identify a hazardous condition GUIDELINES 1 0 These specifications are intended to cover all safety signs except those designed for streets regulations These specifi
150. ity appropriate hazard warnings and the name and address of the manufacturer importer or other responsible party 7 3 Transfer containers must be labeled with this information 7 4 Immediate use containers i e small containers into which materials are drained for use on that shift by the employee drawing the material do not require labeling 7 5 To meet the labeling requirements of HCS for other in house containers refer to the label supplied by the manufacturer 7 6 All labels for in house containers must be approved by BOD Safety Unit prior to their use 7 7 Supervisors must check on a monthly basis to ensure that all containers in the area are labeled and that the labels are complete 8 Training 8 1 All employees will be provided with information and training on hazardous chemicals in their workplace 8 1 1 At the time of their initial employment 8 1 2 Whenever a new hazardous chemical is brought into their workplace 8 1 3 At least annually 8 2 All affected employees are required to participate in this training The training will be provided or arranged by the EHS Office 8 3 The training will emphasize the following 1 A summary of the standard and this written program 2 Hazardous chemical properties including visual appearance odor and the methods that can be used to detect the presence or release of hazardous chemicals 8 3 3 Physical and health hazards associated with potential exposure to workplace chemicals
151. ive equipment such as impermeable protective clothing and respirators may increase the risk of developing a heat related disorder If such PPE is truly necessary administrative and engineering controls may be necessary to allow work in heat risk environments Contact EHS for help with these decisions 4 0 Monitoring for Signs and Symptoms of Heat Stress Supervisors coworkers and employees themselves are responsible for monitoring for the signs and symptoms of heat related disorders See the above table for information on recognizing the signs and symptoms of impending heat stress A supervisor or coworker is often in the best position to observe the onset of a heat related disorder 4 1 When heat stress risks are present supervisors should regularly check workers by observation and questions for signs and symptoms of heat stress 4 2 Take extra care to monitor those at high risk such as employees who are older or overweight employees who overexert themselves and employees with chronic medical conditions including diabetes heart or lung disease thyroid disease or high blood pressure Employees who take certain medications may also be at increased risk and need to check with their physician 4 3 If you need to work outdoors or within indoor environments with elevated temperatures monitor yourself for the signs and symptoms of heat related illness such as taking your own pulse 4 4 Use a buddy system When working in the heat monito
152. ixed hand wheels shall have keys handles or non adjustable wrenches on valves stems while in service 2 2 6 Valves shall be closed before moving cylinders 2 2 7 Valves shall be closed when work is finished 2 2 8 Empty cylinder valves shall be closed 2 2 9 Before connecting the regulator the valve shall be opened slightly and closed immediately while the operator stands to one side of the outlet 2 2 10 Acetylene cylinder valves shall be opened as little as one half turn of the spindle preferably no more than three fourths of a turn GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY i Title Document No EHSG 22 Revision No 0 WELDING AND CUTTING Effectivity Date April 1 2011 MATERIALS Page 3 of 4 2 2 11 When a special wrench is required it shall be left in position on the stem of the valve while the cylinder is in use 2 2 12 Acetylene shall never be utilized at a pressure in excess of 15 pounds per square inch gage p s i g 1 06 kilograms per square centimeter 2 3 Arc Welding and Cutting 2 3 1 Oxygen cylinders and fitting shall be kept away from combustible material especially oil and grease as oxygen is not compatible with these products 2 3 2 Only the correct manual electrode holders shall be used If the portion gripped by the hand contains current it must be fully insulated against the maximum voltage encountered to ground 2 3 3 Proper welding cables and connectors must b
153. ized parts However such articles may be worn if rendered non conductive by covering wrapping or other insulating means 16 0 Housekeeping duties shall not be performed close enough for possible contact with live parts unless adequate safeguards such as insulating equipment or barriers are provided 17 0 Electrically conductive cleaning materials including conductive solids such as steel wool metalized cloth and silicon carbide as well as conductive liquid solutions shall not be used near energized parts unless procedures are followed which prevent electrical contact 18 0 Only qualified persons are allowed to defeat an electrical safety interlock following the above specified procedures for working on or near exposed energized parts and then only temporarily while they are working on the equipment Also the interlock system will be returned to its operable condition when this work is completed and verified to be operational 19 0 Use of Equipment 19 1 Portable electrical equipment applies to the use of cord and plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets extension cords 19 2 Portable equipment shall be handled in a manner which will not cause damage Flexible electric cords connected to equipment may not be used for raising or lowering the equipment 19 3 Flexible cords are not to be fastened with staples or otherwise hung in such a fashion as to damage the outer jacket or insulation 19 4 Portable cord and plug connected equipment
154. king in office GUIDELINES 1 0 Slips Trips and Falls 1 1 Do not stand on office furniture or boxes either to retrieve or store items on shelving over shoulder height or other high location Instead use a ladder or step stool 1 2 Do not leave objects such as boxes or packages where they can block access 1 3 Immediately report to respective Section Heads all worn broken or loose treads for job order repair or replacement 1 4 Immediately clean all spillages such as oil or grease or other wet spot 1 5 Keep floor clear from all items such as pencils paper clips tacks or staples and other objects that can cause hazard slip 1 6 Keep all four 4 legs of your chair on the floor Tilting back a chair often results in over balancing and can cause a fall 1 7 Do not lean sideways in a chair to pick up objects on the floor 1 8 Watch out for recently waxed floor loose carpeting floorboards tiles and uneven floors 2 0 Falling Objects 2 1 Store all records and equipment properly in the assigned storage areas Heavy or breakable items should be placed in the lower shelves 2 2 Stack or pile materials in stable configurations Frequently used materials should be kept within easy reach 2 3 Load heavy material on the bottom drawer place note that lateral files are top heavy 2 4 Open only one file cabinet drawer at a time to prevent toppling over 3 0 Striking Against Object 3 1 Immediately close file drawers and cabinet doors after use
155. l cylinders and promptly returned to the supplier 17 0 Pressure regulators and gauges must be compatible with the cylinder valves the use of adapters is prohibited 18 0 All oxygen valves gauges regulators pipes and fittings must be scrupulously free of oil grease graphite or any other oxidizable substance Such pipes gauges fittings etc must at no time be allowed to come to an elevated temperature due to proximity to welding operations burners or other heat sources 19 0 Use Flammable Gases Acetylene 19 1 Cylinders containing flammable gases are not be stored near highly flammable solvents combustible waste material and similar substances or near unprotected electrical connections gas flames or other sources of ignition GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 11 HANDLING STORAGE AND een Me 7 ectivity Date B prii 1 USE OF COMPRESSED e San QATAR UNIVERSITY GASES 19 2 Reserve stocks of cylinders containing flammable gases are not be stored with cylinders containing oxygen Within buildings sorted oxygen and fuel cylinders shall be separated by a minimum of 20 feet or there must be a fire resistant partition between the oxygen and fuel gas cylinders 20 0 Large vacuum insulated containers of pressurized liquid oxygen nitrogen argon or helium must be transported sorted and used in an upright position The extreme low temperature of the contents necessitates an upr
156. l evaluate the workplace for heat stress risk and recommend ways to manage exposure to heat Temperature exposure the demands of the work and protective equipment will be evaluated Recommendations will address controls and safe exposure times and for a given level of heat stress 7 0 Suggested Measures to Prevent Heat Stress 7 1 Slow down in hot weather Your body s temperature regulating system faces a much greater workload when temperature and humidity are high 7 2 Heed early warnings of heat stress such as headache heavy perspiration high pulse rate and shallow breathing Take a break immediately and get to a cooler location watch for heat stress signs among your co workers 7 3 Dress lightweight light colored clothing such clothing reflects heat 7 4 Drink plenty of water Don t let yourself dry out 7 5 Increase your salt intake preferably by adding salt to your food 7 6 Try to get used to warm weather gradually Take it easy for those first two or three hot days Your body will have a better chance to adjust if you take it slow GUIDELINES MANUAL Title QATAR UNIVERSITY HEAT STRESS Document No i EHSG 24 Revision No 0 Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 6 of 6 7 7 Get out of the heat occasionally Physical stress increase with time in hot weather Take breaks in a cool shady location 7 8 Don t try to get sunburn while you are working It s hard
157. lts that contain exposed energized parts they shall be provide with protective shields protective barriers or insulating materials as necessary to avoid inadvertent contact with these parts Doors hinged panels and the like shall be secured to prevent their swinging into an employee and causing the employee and contractor to contact exposed energized parts 12 0 Conductive materials or equipment that is in contact with any part of an employee s or contractor s body shall be handled in a manner that will prevent the employee from contacting exposed energized conductors or circuit parts 13 0 If an employee and contractor must handle long dimensional conductive objects such as ducts and pipes in areas with exposed live parts the employer shall institute work practices such as the use of insulation guarding and material handling techniques which will minimize the hazard GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 07 Revision No A 0 ELECTRICAL SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 3646 Gaoly Page 3of5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 14 0 All portable ladders shall be non conductive if to be use by employees and contractors exposed to energized parts 15 0 Employees and contractors are not allowed to wear conductive articles of jewelry and clothing such as watch bands bracelets rings key chains necklaces metalized aprons cloth with conductive thread or metal headgear if they might contact exposed energ
158. m to make material safety data sheets MSDS available to employees and training and informational programs for employees and students exposed to chemicals GUIDELINES 1 Qatar University Hazard Communication Program shall use the Occupational Safety amp Health Administration s OSHA Hazard Communication Standard HCS 29 CFR 1910 1200 as reference in our continuing effort to provide a healthy and safe workplace for our employees and students that are exposed to chemicals Business Operations Department BOD Safety Unit shall provide the following information and or training to all employees students exposed to chemicals 2 1 The hazardous chemicals known to be in the workplace 2 2 The methods that will be employed to protect workers 2 3The precautionary methods employees students must follow to protect themselves from hazardous chemicals 2 4 The detection of a release of hazardous chemicals 2 5Emergency procedures to follow should there be a release of hazardous chemicals and or employee and students exposure to them The Head of BOD Safety Unit is the overall coordinator of the University s program The program is reviewed annually and is updated as needed Each employee students of the University must be apprised of the content of the Hazard Communication Standard the hazardous properties of chemicals they work with and measures to take to protect themselves from these chemicals University employees stude
159. monitored during the course of entry operations to determine if acceptable entry conditions are being maintained When testing for atmospheric hazards first test for oxygen deficiency then for combustible gases and vapors and then for toxic gases and vapors 6 0 Pre Entry and Entry Practices and Procedures Each department is to develop written entry procedures and practices necessary for safe permit space entry to be included in the confined space safety plan Such procedures must be approved by the Health and Safety Office prior to entry Practices and procedures to be addressed include e isolating locking and tagging the PRCS ventilation of the PRCS providing vehicle and pedestrian barriers to protect entrants from external hazards and verifying that conditions are acceptable for entry 7 0 Locking and Tagging No work is to be performed until appropriate locking tagging and or isolation is accomplished to prevent the inadvertent actuation of operations or processes associated with the space which might expose employees to hazardous conditions 8 0 Required Equipment The following equipment is to be provided and maintained to ensure their proper use testing and monitoring equipment ventilating equipment communications equipment personal protective equipment lighting equipment barriers and shields ladders rescue equipment other equipment necessary for safe entry GUIDELINES MANUAL
160. n x ANN FA WRONG aes jel GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 27 Revision No 0 ERGONOMICS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 3 of 7 2 0 Laboratory Ergonomics Many tasks performed in laboratories place workers at risk of muscle and joint aches and strains Activities such as using pipettes microscopes and centrifuges can put stress on your body Use the following guidelines to lower your exposure to risk 2 1 Be Aware of Your Posture 2 1 1 Sit against the back of your chair If you sit back and your feet dangle lower the chair or adjust the foot ring or get a footrest 2 1 2 Try tilting the seat forward or use a seat wedge to work in a forward posture without leaning or jutting your head forward 2 1 3 Always try to work at a bench cut out Cut outs can help you get close to your work while sitting against the back of your chair 2 1 4 Don t jut your chin forward when working Adjust the position of your work the work surface or the chair to sit in an upright supported position 2 1 5 Keep frequently used trays and supplies within close reach 2 1 6 If standing for long periods use supportive shoes and cushioned mats 2 2 Keep Arms and Hands Relaxed 2 2 1 Keep your shoulders relaxed and your elbows close to your sides when working Avoid reaching out to use instruments and work materials 2 2 2 Maintain neutral or aligned wrist
161. nd Disposal OSHS 1926 Subpart H 6 1 General requirements for storage 1 2 3 6 2 Rigging equipment for material 1 2 3 handling 6 3 Disposal of waste material 1 2 3 7 0 Failure to comply with Hand and Power Tools OSHS 1926 Subpart 1 7 1 Hand tools 1 2 3 7 2 Power operated hand tools 1 2 3 7 3 Abrasive wheels and tools 1 2 3 7 4_ Woodworking tools 1 2 3 7 5 Jacks lever and ratchet screw 1 2 3 and hydraulic 8 0 Failure to comply with Welding and Cutting OSHS 1926 Subpart J 8 1 Gas welding and cutting 1 2 3 8 2 _ Arc welding and cutting 1 2 3 8 3 Fire prevention 1 2 3 8 4 Ventilation and protection in 1 2 3 welding cutting and heating 9 0 Failure to comply with Electrical OSHS 1926 Subpart K 9 1 Lockout and tagging of circuits 1 2 3 10 0 Failure to comply with Scaffolds 1 2 3 OSHS 1926 Subpart L 11 0 Failure to comply with Fall 1 2 3 Protection OSHS 1926 Subpart M 12 0 Failure to comply with Cranes 1 2 3 Derricks Hoists Elevators and Conveyors OSHS 1926 Subpart N GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 01 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR Revision No 0 NON CONFORMANCES TO Effectivity Date April 1 2011 b Goo SAFETY CONTRACTOR Doan Disciplinary Action Item No Infraction 15 ars g7 Offense Offense Offense 13 0 Failure to comply with Motor Vehicle Mechanized
162. nd Handling 4 1 Hand Trucks A truck designed for a specific purpose should be used only for that purpose A curved bed truck should be used only for handling drums or other circular materials Foot brakes can be installed on wheels of two wheeled trucks so that operators need not place their feet on the wheel or axle to hold the truck Handles should have knuckle guards Four wheeled truck operations follow rules similar to those for two wheeled trucks Extra emphasis must be placed on proper loading Four wheeled trucks must be evenly loaded to prevent tipping They are to be pushed rather than pulled except for a truck that has a fifth wheel and a handle for pulling Trucks shall not be loaded so high that operators cannot see where they are going GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 26 Revision No 0 MATERIALS HANDLING AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY STO RAGE Page 3 of 3 4 2 Powered Hand Trucks The truck should be equipped with a dead man control wheel guards and an ignition key that can be taken out when the operator leaves the truck No employees are to use powered hand trucks unless they have been trained Training should include the operating instructions given in the truck manufacturer s manual General instruction include 4 2 1 Do not operate the truck with wet or greasy hands 4 2 2 Lead the truck from right or left of the handle Face direction of
163. nd or contractors will meet Qatar Government and Qatar University safety requirements as covered in this manual and in relevant General Instructions including the University s Engineering Standards When conformity with any of these requirements is impractical or not cost effective a waiver will be sought from the Director s Office 3 0 Operating Standards and Instructions Risks that cannot be eliminated through design are controlled by operating standards and instructions Compliance with safety standards and instructions will be consistently enforced for both BOD operations personnel and contractors alike GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 0 1 Revision No 0 SAFETY GUIDELINES Effectivity Date April 1 2011 adao MANUAL INTRODUCTION ee QATAR UNIVERSITY 4 0 Personal Protection Personal protective equipment periodic safety monitoring and surveillance will be used to help to protect all employees against exposure to safety and health hazards e g radiation gas etc which cannot be eliminated 5 0 Inspection Inspections to detect and correct unsafe practices and conditions will be conducted periodically by Business Operations Department Safety Unit and or contractor 6 0 Education and Training All employees shall be provided with on going safety education and training as well as helping to develop those skills that are required to perform supervise and m
164. nder valves shall be closed when work is finished and when cylinders are empty or are moved 2 1 5 When transporting cylinders by cranes a cradle or suitable platform shall be used 2 1 6 Valve protection caps shall not be used for lifting 2 1 7 Cylinders shall not be moved unless the regulators are removed and valve protection caps are in place unless they are secured on a special truck 2 1 8 Cylinders shall not be placed so close to work that sparks hot slag or flame will reach them 2 1 9 Cylinders shall be placed so that they will not become part of an electrical circuit 2 1 10 Cylinders shall be placed in an upright position chained or otherwise restrained to prevent falling 2 2 Use of Fuel Gases 2 2 1 Only properly instructed and qualified employees contractors will operate equipment using fuel gases 2 2 2 Fuel gas shall not be taken into confined spaces 2 2 3 Fuel gas and oxygen manifolds must be clearly identified and placed in well ventilated area The manifold hose connections must be such that the hose cannot be interchanged between fuel gas and oxygen manifolds Header connections will be supplied 2 2 4 Oxygen and fuel gas hoses must be easily distinguished from each other by color or surface characteristics Torches must be inspected at the beginning of each shift for leaking valves couplings and connections Pressure regulators must be in proper working order while in use 2 2 5 Cylinders not having f
165. nsider keeping a flashlight in case of electrical light failure for safe exiting 2 0 Plumbing Failure Water Leak 2 1 Cease all electrical equipment 2 2 Call Business Operations Department CSU Control Room at telephone no 4403 3600 2 3 Provide the following information to CSU Control Operator gt Your name gt Location of building where the water leak gt Contact number 2 4 Remain calm and wait for help 3 0 Gas Leak 3 1 Do not panic 3 2 Cease all operations 3 3 Exit the area immediately 3 4 Do not attempt to correct the problem yourself 3 5 Call Business Operations Department CSU Control Room at telephone no 4403 3600 3 6 Provide the following information to CSU Control Operator gt Your name gt Location of building where the gas leak gt Contact number 3 7 Remain calm and wait for help GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 41 Revision No 0 EM ERGENCY TELEPHONE Effectivity Date April 1 2011 De aanle NUMBERS Page 1 of 1 QATAR UNIVERSITY Business Operations Dept CSU Control ROOM c ccceeeeees 4403 3600 Fire SeCtiONMdcnenee n E cieaest pesndueei nasden A 4403 3999 72 91 6 gc meee ee a Rena OM 4403 3566 4403 3564 4403 6161 Safety Unit cccucesestanatesraliadeacadnadestpumed deddicuntaceswaus tanesceeiadseomiadedecasecneacerseeds 4403 3528 4403 3581 PSU Cah CliniC oeiia iaa a i a 4403 3294 4403 5050 Qatar Emergency Line
166. nts working in research laboratories shall use the following guidelines for use and handling information for laboratory chemicals EHSG 09 Laboratory Safety EHSG 10 Chemical Storage and Handling Materials Safety Date Sheets MSDS 6 1 BOD Safety Unit maintains an MSDS library for hazardous chemicals used or stored at the University The MSDS Library is located at Business Operation Department BOD building 6 2 All University employees may also obtain a copy of a Material Safety Data Sheet via a written request to BOD Safety Unit 6 4 MSDS s shall be readily available to all employees Laboratory Supervisor must ensure that MSDS s for hazardous materials used are maintained in the offices where the employees are based GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 29 Revision No 0 HAZARD COMMUNICATION Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 2 of 3 6 5 MSDS s that meet the requirements of HCS shall be fully completed and received at the University either prior to or at the time of receipt of the first shipment of any potentially hazardous chemical purchased from a vendor It may be necessary to discontinue procurements from vendors failing to provide approved MSDS s in a timely manner 6 6 Refer EHSG 13 Materials Safety Data Sheet for proper use of MSDS 7 Labels 7 1 All hazardous chemicals throughout QU must be properly labeled 7 2 Labels shall list the chemical ident
167. o not place equipment cords tubing etc so that you can lower the sash quickly and completely 5 0 Work at least 6 into the fume hood to keep chemicals and vapors from exiting 6 0 Do not work with your head breaking the front panel of the fume hood Sashes at the proper working height generally create a physical barrier between the operator s head and the inside of the fume hood Working with your head in the fume hood means that the sash is too high 7 0 Take steps to maximize containment 7 1 Place blocks under large equipment to allow air to flow underneath the equipment 7 2 Keep the work area and bottom baffles clear from clutter 8 0 Use chemical storage cabinets for long term storage not your fume hood Items in a fume hood will impede and disturb the exhaust airflow and potentially reduce or eliminate the safety factor 9 0 Remove electrical units or other spark sources from the fume hood when flammable liquids or gases are present Do not place power strips or surge protectors in the fume hood Plug in all electrical equipment outside of the hood 10 The use of a laboratory fume hood does not negate the University guidelines on eye protection Eye protection is required for all faculty staff students and visitors in the laboratories during experimental procedures that could produce liquid or solid projectiles GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 12 Revision No 0 LABORATORY FUME HOO
168. of the containers where the materials are being stored 6 0 Handling of Chemicals Refer to guidelines EHSG 10 Chemical Storage and Handling 7 0 Handling of Compressed Gases Refer to guidelines EHSG 11 Handling Storage and Use of Compressed Gases GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 27 Revision No 0 ERGONOMICS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 1 of 7 OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines to improve your workstation or job to prevent injuries from occurring and to enhance the worker s comport health and productivity through ergonomics DEFINITION Ergonomics is fitting the job to the worker Repetitive Stress Injuries may also be referred to as Cumulative Trauma Disorders injuries that develop gradually over weeks months or years from repetitive movements awkward postures forceful exertions vibration or compression pressing against hard surfaces GUIDELINES 1 0 Office Ergonomics Almost everyone uses a computer in their daily lives Many of us use computers in our jobs to correspond with friends and family or to surf the internet Those who use a computer extensively either at work or at home are at an increased risk of repetitive stress injuries Use the following guidelines for Office Ergonomics 1 1 Maintain good posture when working Sit all the way back in the chair against the backrest Keep your knees equal to or lower than y
169. ols should reduce noise exposure to the point where the hazard to hearing is eliminated or at least more manageable 4 2 Personal Protective Equipment Hearing protective devices ear plugs muffs etc shall be the permanent solution only when engineering or administrative controls are considered to be infeasible or cost prohibitive Hearing protective devices are defined as any device that can be worn to reduce the level of sound entering the ear Hearing protective devices shall be worn by all personnel when they must enter or work in an area where the operations generate noise levels of greater than 85 dBA sound levels and or 120 dB peak sound pressure level or greater 4 3 Types of Hearing Protective Devices 4 3 1 Insert Type Earplugs A device designed to provide an air tight seal with the ear canal There are three types of insert earplugs pre molded formable and custom earplugs 4 3 1 1 Pre molded Earplugs Pre molded earplugs are pliable devices of fixed proportions Two standard styles single flange and triple flange come in various sizes and will fit most people Personnel responsible for fitting and dispensing earplugs will train users on proper insertion wear and care While pre molded earplugs are reusable they may deteriorate and should be replaced periodically GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR
170. on No 0 HEAT STRESS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 20f6 2 0 Signs and Symptoms of Heat Related Disorders Heat related disorders may occur when there is an exposure to heat risk factors The chart below illustrates some of the signs and symptoms associated with heat stress If the employee is experiencing any of these symptoms the employee should be taken to the medical clinic for treatment immediately Excessive thirst decreased urine output DISORDER SIGNS SYMPTOMS Dehydration Loss of work capacity Fatigue Delayed response to stimuli Weakness Dry mouth Heat Exhaustion High pulse rate confusion anxiety Fatigue malaise Profuse sweating Weakness Low blood pressure Blurred vision Pale face or flushing Dizziness Body temperature increased but below 104 Headache degrees F Nausea Loss of appetite Mental status changes such as Disorientation Confusion or Irritability Hot dry skin Erratic behavior Collapse Shivering Body temperature gt 104 F Heat rash Skin eruptions Itching skin prickly sensation Heat Stroke Red face May be same as those for heat exhaustion see above Heat Cramps Incapacitating pain in muscle Muscle cramps abdominal and lower extremities Fatigued muscles Heat Syncope Brief fainting or near fainting behavior Blurred vision 3 0 Preventive Controls A control is a mechanism used to minimize or eliminate an e
171. on No 0 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 4of 7 9 4 Safety Tag Criteria 9 4 1 Tags shall contain a signal word and a major message 9 4 2 The signal word shall be either Danger Caution or Biological Hazard BIOHAZARD or the biological hazard symbol 9 4 3 The major message shall indicate the specific hazardous condition or the instruction to be communicated to the employee 9 4 4 The signal word shall be readable at a minimum distance of five feet 1 52 m or such greater distance as warranted by the hazard 9 4 5 The tag s major message shall be presented in either pictographs written text or both 9 4 6 The signal word and the major message shall be understandable to all employees who may be exposed to the identified hazard 9 4 7 All employees shall be informed as to the meaning of the various tags used throughout the workplace and what special precautions are necessary 9 4 8 Tags shall be affixed as close as safely possible to their respective hazards by a positive means such as string wire or adhesive that prevents their loss or unintentional removal 9 4 9 Danger tags shall be used in major hazard situations where an immediate hazard presents a threat of death or serious injury to employees Danger tags shall be used only in these situations 9 4 10 Caution tags shall be used in minor hazard situations where a non immediate or potential hazard or unsafe practice
172. on of the same finger or fingers that turn it on The following hand held powered tools may be equipped with only a positive on off control switch platen sanders disc sanders with discs 2 inches or less in diameter grinders with wheels 2 inches or less in diameter routers planers laminate trimmers nibblers shears scroll saws and jigsaws with blade shanks lt inch wide or less Other hand held powered tools such as circular saws having a blade diameter greater than 2 inches chain saws and percussion tools without positive accessory holding means must be equipped with a constant pressure switch that will shut off the power when the pressure is released Employees contractors using electric tools must be awareg of several dangers the most serious is the possibility of electrocution Among the primary hazards of electric powered tools are burns and slight shocks which can lead to injuries or even heart failure Under certain conditions even a small amount of current can result in fibrillation of the heart and eventual death A shock also can cause the user to fall off a ladder or other elevated work surface To protect the user from shock tools must either have a three wire cord with ground and be grounded be double insulated or be powered by a low voltage isolation transformer Three wire cords contain two current carrying conductors and a grounding conductor One end of the grounding conductor connects to the tool s m
173. on or vacuum bag Electrical equipment shall be designed to minimize the explosion hazard Fire extinguishers approved for Class C electrical fires should be available 14 0 Pneumatic Tools Pneumatic tools are powered by compressed air and include chippers drills hammers and sanders There are several dangers encountered in the use of pneumatic tools The main one is the danger of getting hit by one of the tool s attachments or by some kind of fastener the worker is using with the tool Eye protection is required and face protection is recommended for employees working with pneumatic tools Noise is another hazard Working with noisy tools such as jackhammers requires proper effective use of hearing protection When using pneumatic tools employees must check to see that they are fastened securely to the hose to prevent them from becoming disconnected A short wire or positive locking device attaching the air hose to the tool will serve as an added safeguard A safety clip or retainer must be installed to prevent attachments such as chisels on a chipping hammer from being unintentionally shot from the barrel Screens must be set up to protect nearby workers from being struck by flying fragments around chippers riveting guns staplers or air drills Compressed air guns should never be pointed toward anyone Users should never dead end it against themselves or anyone else 14 1 Use the following safety tips 14 1 1 The ope
174. on shall submit report on fire accident to the Director of Business Operations Department GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 32 EMERGENCY Revision No f 0 PREPAREDNESS AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 RESPONSE CHEMICAL E SPILL OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the effective response during chemical spill GUIDELINES 1 Chemical spillage at Laboratory 1 1 Leave spill area immediately 1 2 Remove employees and students from danger of toxic vapors or gases and direct them to nearest exit 1 3 Alert neighboring rooms 1 4 Do not use elevators 1 5 Block off all entrances to the spill site and prevent people from entering the contaminated area 1 6 Close fire doors isolate and post area 1 7 Never re enter a chemical spill area without proper protective equipment You may endanger your life and health 1 8 Protect floor drains Use spill socks and absorbent materials if needed 1 9 Conduct clean up using chemical spill kit 1 10 Notify your Laboratory Head 1 11 Notify BOD Safety Unit telephone number 4403 3528 1 12 Notify QU Medical Clinic in case of injured Laboratory personnel or students telephone number 4403 3294 4403 5050 1 13 Notify Security Office if securing the area of spill is needed telephone number 4403 3566 4403 3564 1 14 Notify Fire Section for fire or explosion hazards in the area teleph
175. ondition Wrenches with cracked work jaws screw drivers with broken points or broken handles hammers with loose heads dull saws and extension cords or electric tools with broken plugs improper or removed grounding lugs or split insulation are examples of tools in poor conditions Tools that have deteriorated in this manner must be taken out of service Use tools in the right way Screw drivers applied to objects held in the hand knives pulled toward the body and failure to ground electrical equipment are common causes of accidents Keep tools in a safe place Many accidents have been caused by tools falling from overhead and by knives chisels and other sharp tools carried in pockets or left in tool boxes with cutting edges exposed Steps to be used to control tool accidents 5 1 Section heads supervisors are to ensure that employees are trained to select the right tools for each job 5 2 Establish regular tool inspection procedures and provide good repair facilities to ensure that tools will be maintained in safe condition 5 3 Establish a procedure for control of tools such as a check out system at tool cribs 5 4 Provide proper storage facilities in the tool room and on the job 5 5 The employer is responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees contractors but the employees contractors have the responsibility for properly using and maintaining tools Each supervisor is to make a complete check of h
176. one number 4403 3999 1 15 Notify BOD CSU Control Room telephone number 4403 3600 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 32 EMERGENCY Revision No f 0 PREPAREDNESS AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 RESPONSE CHEMICAL es SPILL QATAR UNIVERSITY 1 16 BOD CSU Control Room Operator shall call 999 if 1 16 1 Chemical spill cannot be contained and outside resource is needed to contain the spill 1 16 2 Fire or explosion hazards cannot be contained by QU Fire Section 1 16 3 There are a potentially life threatening gases and or vapors 2 Chemical Spillage at Chemical Store 2 1 Leave spill area immediately 2 2 Remove employees from danger of toxic vapors or gases and direct them to nearest exit 2 3 Block off all entrances to the spill site and prevent people from entering the contaminated area 2 4 Close fire doors isolate and post area 2 5 Never re enter a chemical spill area without proper protective equipment You may endanger your life and health 2 6 Protect floor drains Use spill socks and absorbent materials if needed 2 7 Conduct clean up using chemical spill kit 2 8 Notify BOD Safety Unit telephone number 4403 3528 2 9 Notify QU Medical Clinic in case of injured employees telephone number 4403 3294 4403 5050 2 10 Notify Security Office if securing the area of spill is needed telephone number 4403 3566 4403 3564 2 11 Notify Fire
177. orerooms and laboratories may lead to hazardous concentrations of vapors and gases being distributed throughout the building 5 1 The following guidelines should be observed when transporting chemicals outside the laboratory 5 1 1 Elevators Freight elevators shall be used where available to transport hazardous materials Under no circumstances are passenger elevators to be used for the transportation of hazardous materials if freight elevators are available GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 10 Revision No 0 CHEMICAL STORAGE AND Effectivity Date April 1 2011 h daols HANDLING Page 5 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 5 1 2 Flammable Liquids 5 1 2 1 Flammable liquids shall be transported in rugged pressure resistant safety cans 5 1 2 2 Original containers of flammable liquids shall be placed in an outside container or acid carrying bucket 5 1 2 3 No more than 5 gallons of flammable liquids in glass containers shall be transported on the freight elevator unless the original shipping carton box is used and the materials are on an appropriate cart 5 1 3 Corrosives or Oxidizing Materials 5 1 3 1 Original glass shipping containers holding liquid acids and bases must be placed in an outside container or acid carrying bucket 5 1 3 2 Incompatible chemicals for example chromic acid oxidizing acid and ethyl acetate flammable liquid should not be transported on the same cart unless
178. ortant factor in an employee s and contractors overall job performance evaluation will be how well the employee meets his safety responsibilities 12 0 Compliance Reviews On a selective basis compliance reviews will be conducted by teams that include people with related expertise to determine compliance with this policy In order to ensure the credibility and effectiveness of the review the team members must be detached from the operation being reviewed GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 01 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR devison Aaa z T ectivity Date pril 1 m NON CONFORMANCESTO page fonts QATAR UNIVERSITY SAFETY CONTRACTOR OBJECTIVE This guideline is promulgated to uphold the University s values on excellence in everything we do honesty integrity and respect for every individual It also enables those comprising the University to work together as a cohesive and competent team deeply committed to duty and responsibility This guideline expresses the belief that self discipline imposed by the individual on himself is more effective than external coercion or regulation It is formulated with an understanding that the greatest advantage for both the group as a whole and the individual comes from working cooperatively within established framework of University policies procedures and rules It isa guideline intended to be influential rather than coercive preventive rather than
179. our hips with your feet supported 1 2 Keep your elbows in a slightly open angle 100 to 110 with your wrists in a straight position The keyboard tilt can help you attain the correct arm position A negative tilt front of keyboard higher than back helps when working in upright sitting positions If you recline a positive tilt front of the keyboard lower than the back might be necessary 1 3 Avoid overreaching Keep the mouse and keyboard within close reach Center the most frequently used section of the keyboard directly in front of you 1 4 Center the monitor in front of you at arm s length distance and position the top of the monitor 2 to 3 above seated eye level You should be able to view the screen without turning or tilting your head up or down GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title ERGONOMICS Document No EHSG 27 Revision No 0 Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 2 of 7 1 5 Place source documents on a document folder positioned between your monitor and keyboard If there is not enough space place documents on an elevated surface close to your screen 1 6 Use good typing technique Float your arms above the keyboard and keep your wrist straight when keying If you use a wrist rest use it to support your palms when pausing not while keying 1 7 Hit the keyboard keys with light force The average user keys four times harder than necessary 1
180. ovided at all worker points of access where there is a break in elevation of 19 inches 48 cm or more and no ramp runway embankment or personnel hoist is provided 2 0 Where there is only one point of access between levels it must be kept clear to permit free passage by workers If free passage becomes restricted a second point of access must be provided and used 3 0 All construction stairway and ladder fall protection systems required by these rules must be installed and all duties required by the stairway and ladder rules must be performed before employees begin work that requires them to use stairways or ladders and their respective fall protective systems 4 0 Fixed stairs shall be provided for access from one structure to another where operations necessitate regular travel between levels and for access to operating platforms at any equipment which requires attention routinely during operations Fixed stairs shall also be provided where access to elevations is daily or at each shift for such purposes as gauging inspection regular maintenance etc where such work may expose employees to acids caustics gases or other harmful substances or for which purposes the carrying of tools or equipment by hand is normally required This does not preclude the use of fixed ladders for access to fixed tanks towers and similar structures overhead traveling cranes etc where the use of fixed ladders is a common practice Spiral stairways shall no
181. oyee s in the Hearing Conservation Program Information supplied to Occupational Medical Clinic will include the employee s name supervisor s name telephone number and the noise levels recorded in the employee s work area including dosimetry data It will be the responsibility of the Supervisor to enroll his her employee in the Hearing Conservation Program In work locations where either through administrative or engineering controls noise levels are found to have fallen such that the employee s 8 hour TWA is below 80 dBA BOD Safety Unit shall notify the employees Occupational Medical Clinic and the employee s Supervisor by memo that the employees working in that area are no longer required to be enrolled in the Hearing Conservation Program The final decision as to an employee s enrollment status will be left with the office of BOD Safety Unit The results of area and personal monitoring shall be forwarded to Occupational Medical Clinic upon completion of the noise surveys Any personnel experiencing difficulty in wearing assigned hearing protection i e irritation of the canals pain will be advised to immediately report this to their supervisor and make arrangements to go to Occupational Medical Clinic for evaluation as soon as possible 5 2 Audiometric Testing The Qatar University Medical Clinic has the responsibility for administering the Audiometric Testing Program portion of the Qatar University Hearing Conservation Program Th
182. pace 15 2 PART Il 15 2 1 Does the space contain or potentially contain a hazardous atmosphere 15 2 2 Does the space contain any chemicals or chemical residues 15 2 3 Does the space contain any flammable combustible substances 15 2 4 Does the space contain or potentially contain any decomposing organic matter 15 2 5 Does the space have any pipes which bring chemicals into it 15 2 6 Does the space have any materials that can trap or potentially trap engulf or drown an entrant 15 2 7 Is vision obscured by dust at 5 feet or less 15 2 8 Does the space contain any mechanical equipment servicing the space 15 2 9 Does the space have converging walls sloped floors or tapered floor to smaller cross sections which could trap or asphyxiate an entrant 15 2 10 Does the tank or vessel contains rusted interior surfaces 15 2 11Does the space contains thermal hazards e g cold hot 15 2 12 Does the space contain excessive noise levels which could interfere with communication with an attendant 15 2 13 Does the space presents any slip trip or fall hazards 15 2 14 Are there any operations conducted near the space opening which could present a hazard to the entrant 15 2 15 Are there any hazards from falling objects 15 2 16 Are there lines under pressure servicing the space 15 2 17 Are cleaning solvents or paints going to be used in the space 15 2 17 Is welding cutting brazing riveting scraping or sanding going to be perfo
183. presents a lesser threat of employee injury Caution tags shall be used only in these situations 9 4 11 Warning tags may be used to represent a hazard level between Caution and Danger instead of the required Caution tag provided that they have a signal word of Warning an appropriate major message 9 4 12 Biological hazard tags shall be used to identify the actual or potential presence of a biological hazard and to identify equipment containers rooms experimental animals or combinations thereof that contain or are contaminated with hazardous biological agents GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 28 Revision No 0 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 5 of 7 9 4 12 The symbol design for biological hazard tags shall conform to the design shown in the right 10 0 Color Coding While the occupational safety and health standard does not specifically mandate colors to be used on accident prevention tags the following color scheme is recommended for meeting the requirements 10 1 DANGER TAG Red or predominantly red with lettering or symbols in a contrasting color 10 2 CAUTION TAG Yellow or predominantly yellow with lettering or symbols in a contrasting color 10 3 WARNING TAG Orange or predominantly orange with lettering or symbols in a contrasting color GUIDELINES MANUAL
184. punitive It is hope that this guideline that this positive approach to discipline will result to willing adherence where contractors believe support and understand the University s standard of conduct and performance SCOPE This guideline covers all contractors working for or on behalf of the Qatar University under the management and or supervision of Business Operation Department which don t have any consultant for the supervision of safety DEFINITION Non conformance to safety relates to failure to meet the requirement of Occupational Safety and Health Standard GUIDELINES 1 0 Disciplinary Action Guide At Business Operation Department discipline is viewed from the standpoint of education and training rather than enforcement and punishment This is what we term as Positive Discipline except for those that are considered major offense Counseling and written warning shall be the primary forms of correcting deviation from the standards When infraction persists despite these positive strategies these disciplinary actions will apply A disciplinary action is a University initiated action involving contractor who breaches sets of rules and regulations or who has failed to demonstrate desirable behavior toward organizational standards The objective of disciplinary action is to change the erroneous performance to deter others from similar actions and to maintain consistent effective group standard It sho
185. r each use and prior to another employee wearing the same HPD Earmuff cushions should be kept clean The plastic or foam cushions may be cleaned in the same way as earplugs but the inside of the muff should not get wet When not in use ear muffs should be placed in open air to allow moisture that may have been absorbed into the cups to evaporate GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 70f9 4 8 Hearing Protection Performance Information The maximum of sound attenuation one gets when wearing hearing protection devices is limited by human body and bone conduction mechanisms Even though a particular device may provide outstanding values of noise attenuation the actual noise reductions may be less because of the noise surrounding the head and body bypasses the hearing protector and is transmitted through tissue and bone pathways to the inner ear Note The term double hearing protection is misleading The attenuation provided from any combination earplug and earmuff is not equal to the sum of their individual attenuation values 5 0 Medical Surveillance 5 1 Notification Upon identification of employees whose 8 hour TWA equals or exceeds 85 dBA BOD _ Safety Unit will inform the employee s Occupational Medical Clinic and the employees Supervisor in writing of the need to enroll certain empl
186. r hand protectors to prevent hand injuries 1 10 When opening a wire bound bale or box wear eye protection as well as stout gloves and take special care to prevent the ends of the bindings from flying loose and striking their face or body The same precaution applies to coils of wire strapping or cable Use cutters that clamp ends when cut 1 11 If material is dusty or toxic follow Qatar University guidelines for hazardous substances 2 0 Lifting and Carrying 2 1 Before employees are assigned to jobs requiring heavy and or frequent lifting make sure they are physically suited for the job If a load is thought to be more than one employee can handle assign two employees to the operation or supply materials handling equipment Instruct all employees in the proper way to lift 2 2 Proper Way to Lift Follow guidelines EHSG 18 Safe Lifting and Back Safety for proper lifting GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 26 Revision No 0 MATERIALS HANDLING AND Efiectivity Date April1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY STO RAGE Page 2 of 3 3 0 Handling Barrels and Drums When possible when moving barrels and drums they should be moved by using a dolly or other mechanical devices If two employees are assigned to up end a full drum they should use the following procedures 3 1 Stand on opposite sides of the drum and face each other 3 2 Grasp both chimes rolled edges at both ends of the barrel
187. r the condition of your coworkers and have someone do the same for you 4 5 Supervisors should check to ensure that employees are self monitoring and ask for their determinations GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No i EHSG 24 Revision No 0 mae HEAT STRESS Effectivity Date April1 2011 Page 4of6 QATAR UNIVERSITY 5 0 Responsibilities Every QU work unit which is classified as an Operation and Maintenance Construction or Support Services work environment are required to prepare and maintain a Hazards Management Plan HMP which includes a Job Safety Analysis JSA This plan must be submitted to EHS Office 5 1 Work units with employees who must work outdoors or in environments with extreme heat are required to address heat stress in their HMP Job Safety Analysis by providing detailed information to their employees on 5 1 1 Recognition of heat stress and risk factors 5 1 2 Preventive measures that will be used during periods of exposure to excessive heat The choice of effective preventive measures will depend on the work being done the work environment and the people doing the work 5 1 3 Fluid replacement 5 1 4 How an employee can determine if s he is experiencing the signs and symptoms of heat stress i e self monitor 5 2 Supervisors are required to provide initial heat stress training for each employee who must work outdoors or in environments with extreme heat Document
188. rapes and to any unusual movements vibrations or odors Close your eyes to increase awareness on irregularities Conduct maintenance Call lift manufacturer if necessary 3 Procedure of BOD CSU Control Room Operator Attendant 3 1 Inquire from the caller exact details of the relayed information as mention hereunder VVVVV Brief description of concern condition Identify location of the subject concern condition Name of Concerned Caller Contact Tel No of Concerned Caller Date and time of received call Remind the caller trapped person by saying gt Our technical personnel is on the way for your rescue gt Do not panic gt Do not touch anything on controller 3 2 Call Fire and Safety Section FSS at telephone number 4403 3999 and relay the information in item 1 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 30 EMERGENCY Revision No 0 Effectivity Dat April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND ee ars h RESPONSE TRAPPED QATAR UNIVERSITY PERSON S IN A LIFT 3 3 Relay the information on item 1 to our O amp M representative at the Control Room Following concurrent O amp M contact numbers persons gt O amp M Contractor Office 4403 3540 gt KONE Technician 55871971 3 4 Contact the following personnel for information of the incident to wit gt QU Safety Officer 4403 3528 3 5Monitor the response of FSS at site after a certain period e g 3 to 5 minutes and
189. rasers from time to time SEISO Sweep 2 9 CONFERENCE ROOMS 2 9 1 Do not allow any items other than those used for each meeting SE KETSU Standardize 2 9 2 Replace all conference room equipment and materials to original locations after each use SEITON Systematize 2 9 3 Replace tables and chairs to original locations after use SEITON Systematize 2 9 4 Switch off lights and air conditioners after use SHITSUKE Self discipline 2 9 5 Be punctual at meetings SHITSUKE Se f discipline 2 10 GUEST RECEIVING ROOMS 2 10 1 Immediately put all cups and saucers away after use SE ISO Sweep SEIKETSU Standardize 2 10 2 Clean up ash trays after use SEISO Sweep SEIKETSU Standardize 2 10 3 Clean up table tops and floor once a day SEISO Sweep SEIKETSU Standardize 2 10 4 Return tables and chairs to their original locations after use SEITON Systematize 2 11 HALLWAYS 2 11 1 Clean your shoes before entering the office SEIKETSU Standardize 2 11 2 Smoking is not allowed inside offices and hallways Smoke in designated areas SHITSUKE Se f discipline 2 11 3 Do not place anything in hallways without prior permission SEIRI Sort SEITON Systematize SHITSUKE Self discipline 2 11 4 Avoid talking loudly along hallways SHITSUKE Self discipline 3 Sort files office equipment by frequency of use Decide which of the items you use frequently and those you use infrequently and then find appropriate storage places
190. rating trigger on portable hand operated utilization equipment shall be so located as to minimize the possibility of its accidental operation and shall be arranged to close the air inlet valve automatically when the pressure of the operator s hand is removed 14 1 2 Pneumatic power tools shall be secured to the hose or whip by some positive means to prevent the tools from becoming accidentally disconnected GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April 1 2011 y TOOLS Page 13 of 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY 14 1 3 Safety clips or retainers shall be securely installed and maintained on pneumatic impact percussion tools to prevent attachments from being accidentally expelled 14 1 4 All pneumatically driven nailers staplers and other similar equipment provided with automatic fastener feed which operate at more than 100 p s i pressure at the tool shall have a safety device on the muzzle to prevent the tool from ejecting fasteners unless the muzzle is in contact with the work surface 14 1 3 Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning purposes except with an air blow gun limited to 30 p s i static pressure at the outlet nozzle and then only with effective chip guard and personal protective equipment 14 1 5 The manufacturer s safe operating pressure for hoses pipes valves filters and other fitting shall not be exceeded 14 1 6 The
191. rgized lines Pliers shall not be used as a substitute for a wrench 8 4 6 Special Cutters Special cutters include those for cutting banding wire and strap Claw hammers and pry bars shall not be used to snap metal banding material 8 4 7 Pipe Tongs Employees must neither stand nor jump on the tongs nor place extensions on the handles to obtain more leverage They should use larger tongs GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April 1 2011 y TOOLS Page 7 of 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY 8 4 8 Screwdrivers The practice of using screwdrivers for punches wedges pinch bars or pries shall not be allowed Cross slot Phillips head screwdrivers are safer than the square bit type because they have less tendency to slip The tip must be kept clean and sharp however to permit a good grip on the head of the screw The part to be worked upon must never be held in the hands it should be laid on a bench or flat surface or held in a vise No screwdriver used for electrical work shall have the blade or rivet extending through the handle Both blade and handle shall be insulated except at the tip 8 5 Shock Tools 8 5 1 Hammers A hammer is to have a securely wedged handle suited to the type of head used The handle shall be smooth without cracks or splinters free of oil shaped to fit the hand and of the specified size and length
192. rmed in the space GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 06 Revision No 0 CONFINED SPACE Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 5 of 5 15 2 19 Is electrical equipment located in or required to be used in the space 15 2 20 Does the space have poor natural ventilation which would allow an atmospheric hazard to develop 15 2 21 Are there any corrosives which could irritate the eyes in the space 15 2 22 Are there any conditions which could prevent any entrant s self rescue from the space 15 2 23 Are there any substances used in the space which have acute hazards 15 2 24 Is mechanical ventilation needed to maintain a safe environment 15 2 25 Is air monitoring necessary to ensure the space is safe for entry due to a potential hazardous atmosphere 15 2 26 Will the entry be made into a dike area where the dike is 5 feet or more in height 15 2 27 Are residues going to be scraped off the interior surfaces of the vessel 15 2 28 Are non sparking tools required to remove residues 15 2 29 Does the space restrict mobility to the extent that it could trap an irritant 15 2 30 Is respiratory protection required because of a hazardous atmosphere 15 2 31 Does the space present a hazard other than those noted above which would make it a permit space If any other questions in PART II have been checked yes the confined space is a Permit Required Confined Space PRCS A
193. roviding equivalent protection approximately 42 inches high with a mid rail of 1 x 6 inch lumber or other material providing equivalent protection and toe boards shall be installed at all open sides and ends on all scaffolds more than 10 feet above the ground or floor Toe boards shall be a minimum of 4 inches in height Wire mesh shall be installed when needed GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 21 Revision No 0 USE OF STARIWAYS AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools LADDERS Page 1of5 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for the safe use of stairways and ladders by employees contractors and visitors and to provide reference for the design and construction of fixed general industrial stairways interior and exterior portable extension ladders stepladders permanent fixed ladders and ladders used for construction SCOPE The OSHA rules and minimum requirements apply to stairways and common types of ladders used by employees and contractors in University operations including ladders used in construction alterations repair and demolition of worksites Other types of special ladders combination step and extension ladders stockroom stepladders aisleway stepladders shelf ladders and library ladders are not specifically covered by this section however use maintenance and care sections apply GUIDELINES 1 0 A stairway or ladder must be pr
194. rts Test the weight of an object before lifting by picking up a corner Wear Back Support if necessary Get help if it is too heavy for you to lift it alone Use the following steps when lifting 9 1 Take a balanced stance feet shoulder width apart 9 2 Squat down to lift get as close as you can 9 3 Get a secure grip hug the load 9 4 Lift gradually using your legs keep load close to you keep back and neck straight 9 5 Once standing change directions by pointing your feet and turn your whole body Avoid twisting at your waist 9 6 To put load down Use item 9 0 in reverse Use cranes hoist forklift lift tables and other lift assist devices for lifting heavy objects e g pump motor pipes Exercise regularly GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April1 2011 TOOLS Page 1 of 15 OBJECTIVE To provide safety guidelines to all employees contractors working at the University where the use of hand or power tools are employed GUIDELINES 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 Select the right tool for the job Examples of unsafe practices are striking hardened faces of hand tools together such as using a carpenter s hammer to strike another hammer hatchet or metal chisel using a file for a pry a wrench for a hammer and pliers instead of the proper wrench Keep tools in good c
195. rvey meters Prevent access to the surrounding area Place lead shots and lead sheets over suspected area Check the dose rate at the barriers Call for additional help o To assist in maintaining the integrity of the barriers o TO make necessary phone calls Call Radiation Protection Office Call BOD CSU Control Room 4403 3600 Call BOD Safety Unit 4403 3528 Record names and location of any personnel involve in the incident BOD CSU Control Room Operator shall call Hamad Hospital Emergency 4439 2111 Send immediately suspected overexposure radiation workers for medical examination Inform Ministry of Environment at telephone number 4420 7777 Take appropriate action depending on the severity of the exposure If the source is known to be in projector then visual search at last known whereabouts otherwise lost source shall be treated as unshielded Hold sealed source be separated from projector then a search using survey meters and personal monitoring devices shall be undertaken again starting at the last known whereabouts Survey meter should be on lowest reading scale until nearing source taking care with regard to persona care Once located the Radiation Protection Officer shall decide on the course of action to be taken for recovery 4 Stuck Damaged or Unshielded Source VVVVVV V VV V Cease all operation Check the dosimeter reading of the radiation workers Check the radiation intensity with the survey m
196. s provided to hold cylinders securely in place 7 0 Do not use cylinders for rollers supports or for any purpose other than to carry gas 8 0 Cylinders should stand upright Caps should always be on cylinders when being transported 9 0 Make sure that the threads on regulators or other unions are the same as those on cylinder valve outlets Never force connections that do not fit 10 0 Regulators and pressure gauges provided for use with a particular gas must not be used on cylinders containing different gases 11 0 Open cylinder valves slowly Never use wrenches or tools except those provided or approved by the gas manufacturer 12 0 Oxygen must be stored at least 20 feet from fuel gases such as acetylene LPG propane etc or a fire resistant partition must separate the classes of gases 13 0 The wrench used for opening the cylinder valve should always be kept on the valve stem when cylinder is in use 14 0 Caps are provided for valve protections Such caps are to be kept on cylinders except when cylinder is in use 15 0 Do not tamper with the safety devices in valves or cylinders Never attempt to repair or alter cylinders of valves 16 0 Do not attempt to mix gases in cylinders Close all cylinder valves when the cylinders are discarded as empty This rule should be strictly enforced including replacement of cylinder valve caps and marking or otherwise indicating that the cylinders are empty Empty cylinders should be segregated from ful
197. s such entry into these spaces must be performed under the protection of PRCS program GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 07 Revision No 0 ELECTRICAL SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 3646 Gaoly Page 1 of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide Electrical Safety guidelines to insure a safe and healthy work environment for Qatar University employees and its contractors who may be exposed to electrical circuits or electrical hazards GUIDELINES 1 0 Before employees and contractors may be exposed to or work on or near live parts or circuits they must be de energized unless the employer can demonstrate that de energizing introduces additional or increased hazards or is unfeasible due to equipment design or operational limitations Live parts that operate at less than 50 volts to ground need not be de energized if there will be no increased exposure to electrical burns or to explosion due to electric arcs 2 0 If the exposed live parts are not de energized i e for reasons of increased or additional hazards or unfeasibility other safety related work practices shall be used to protect employees and contractors who may be exposed to the electrical hazards involved Such work practices shall protect employees and contractors against contact with energized circuit parts directly with any part of their body or through some other conductive object The work practices that are used
198. s where there is a drop of more than 4 feet 1 22 meters shall be protected by a rail roller picket fence half door or equivalent barrier GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 23 WALKING AND WORKING een Me 2 T ectivity Date pril 1 sa ee Page oi 5 3 2 Every temporary wall opening shall have adequate guards 4 0 Open sided Floors Platforms and Runways 4 1 Every open sided floor or platform 4 feet 1 22 meters or more above the adjacent floor or ground level shall be guarded by standard railings 4 2 Toe boards shall be provided when employees can pass beneath the open sides or falling materials could cause a hazard GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 24 Revision No 0 HEAT STRESS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 1 of 6 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines that will minimize the detrimental effects of excessive heat on employees who are required to work outdoors or within indoor environments with elevated temperatures GUIDELINES 1 0 Background Heat Stress is influenced by several risk factors climatic conditions the work environment demands of the work clothing and personal characteristics 1 1 Climatic and environmental conditions that affect the risk of heat related disorders are air temperature and humidity air movement and the temperature of surrounding surfaces whic
199. ses chemicals may be stored alphabetically 4 5Use approved storage containers and safety cans for flammable liquids Use spill trays under containers of strong corrosive reagents Do not store liquids above eye level 4 8 Dispose of old chemicals promptly See waste disposal section of this manual 4 9 Ensure that all containers are properly labeled For more information on chemical storage contact your supervisor instructor or BOD Safety Unit 4 10 Flammable Liquids Storage Outside of a Cabinet Storage of flammable liquids outside of a storage cabinet shall be avoided when possible Flammable liquids that are not in use should be stored in an appropriate cabinet The maximum quantity of flammable liquids permitted to be stored in a laboratory outside of flammable liquids cabinet varies depending on the design of the research building The maximum permissible quantity will be determined on a case by case basis by the office of BOD Safety Unit Flammable liquids should not be stored in refrigerators unless it is UL approved for flammable liquid storage Storage of flammable liquids in household grade refrigerators is a fire hazard Household grade refrigerators should be labeled No food or flammable liquid storage 5 0 Transportation of Hazardous Chemicals The transportation of hazardous chemicals in laboratory buildings provides the greatest potential for chemical exposure to the building occupants Spills occurring outside st
200. shall be suitable for the conditions under which the work is to be performed and for the voltage level of the exposed electric conductors or circuit parts 3 0 Employees and contractors working on de energized parts or near enough to them to expose the employee to any electrical hazard they present must follow the following safety work practices 3 1 Conductors and parts of electric equipment that have been de energized but have not been properly locked out or tagged out shall be treated as energized 3 2 While any employee and contractor are exposed to contact with parts of fixed electric equipment or circuits which have been de energized the circuits energizing the parts shall be locked out or tagged out or both 4 0 The following procedures shall be followed for de energizing equipment 4 1 Safe procedures for de energizing circuits and equipment shall be determined before circuits or equipment are de energized 4 2 The circuits and equipment to be worked on shall be disconnected from all electric energy sources Control circuit devices such as push buttons selector switches and interlocks may not be used as the sole means for de energizing circuits or equipment Interlocks for electric equipment may not be used as a Substitute for lockout and tagging procedures 4 3 Stored electrical energy which might endanger personnel is released such as discharging capacitors and short circuiting and grounding high capacitance elements if the stored ele
201. suspected overexposure radiation workers for medical examination 7 Suspected Contamination VVVV WV VVVVV gt Cease all operations Check dosimeter reading of the radiation workers Check the radiation intensity with the survey meters Prevent access to the surrounding area Call for additional help o To assist in maintaining the integrity of the barriers o To make necessary phone calls Call Radiation Protection Office Call BOD CSU Control Room 4403 3600 4485 2446 Call BOD Safety Unit 4403 3528 Record names and location of any personnel involve in the incident Send immediately suspected overexposure radiation workers for medical examination Inform Ministry of Environment at telephone number 4420 7777 8 Post Incident Accident Procedure gt The incident accident should be notified to the appropriate authorities All classified and non classified personnel f exposed in excess of their dose limits shall be sent for medical examination The Ministry of Environment should be notified All apparatus must be check for defects and if necessary repaired before it is re use Thermo Luminescent Dosimeter TLD s of affected personnel shall be sent to Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources for investigation All emergency and incident accident no matter how small shall be investigated by Radiation Protection Officer and keep written record GUIDELINES MANUAL
202. t Manager GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 03 TARGET COMPLETION OF Revision No __ __0_ CORRECTIVE AND comny mere pe h aolsi Page E 1 of 1 QATAR UNIVERSITY PREVENTIVE ACTIONS OBJECTIVE To ensure that completion date for corrective and preventive actions are properly set for timeliness and effectiveness GUIDELINES 1 0 All corrective and preventive actions except for projects during safety inspection must be implemented within agreed dates in accordance with the following guidelines Type of Corrective Preventive Actions Maximum Period of Completion 1 1 Procedures policies guidelines standards work instructions references creation or revision 1 1 1 Section Level 1 1 2 Department level ne ee eWithin one 1 month 1 2 Requires causal investigation prior to eldeally one 1 month but not more than three correction 3 months 1 3 Requires capital expenditure eWithin one month after the item is acquired installed commissioned 1 4 Others not mentioned above eAs soon as possible but not more than three 3 months 2 0 Any delay or inability to meet completion deadline must be justified by concerned and approved by respective department head GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 04 VERIFICATION CRITERIA OF devison Aaa 2 T CORRECTIVE AND emmy mare pe 34 aols Page 7 1 of 1 QATAR UNIVERSITY PREVENT
203. t are likely to cause injury if knocked over therefore empty cylinders shall be handled and transported in the same manner as charged full cylinders 23 0 Smoking is not permitted in the area where flammable gases are used or stored GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 12 Revision No 0 LABORATORY FUME HOOD Effectivity Date April1 2011 AG Gools SAFE WORK PRACTICES Page 1 of 3 OBJECTIVE To provide guidelines for safe work practices when using laboratory fume hoods GUIDELINES 1 0 Do not work in a malfunctioning fume hood 2 0 Check the BOD Safety Unit inspection sticker on the fume hood usually on the sash to ensure it has been inspected Safety Unit measures the face velocity of all fume hoods monthly notes any deficiency and refer them to QU Electromechanical Section for correction Recommended face velocities are between 80 120 feet per minutes fpm 3 0 Test the airflow alarm prior to use the fume hood to ensure it is operating properly 4 0 Check the sash height 4 1 EHS affixes stickers to vertical sash laboratory fume hoods to remind users not to work above the recommended sash height Try to keep the sash closed unless you are setting up or actively using the fume hood 4 2 You can raise and lower a correctly operating sash smoothly and with minimal effort If you have difficulty operating the sash or you cannot lower it completely contact BOD Safety Unit D
204. t be permitted except for special limited usage and secondary access situations where it is not practical to provide a conventional stairway Winding stairways may be installed on tanks and similar round structures where the diameter of the structure is not less than five 5 feet 5 0 The following apply to all stair rails and handrails 5 1 Stairways having four or more rises or rising more than 30 inches 76 cm in height whichever is less must have at least one handrail provided on closed stairways preferably on the right side descending A stair rail must also be installed along each unprotected side or edge When the top edge of a stair rail system also serves as a handrail the height of the top edge must not be more than 37 inches 94 cm nor less than 36 inches 91 5 cm from the upper surface of the stair rail to the surface of the tread GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 21 Revision No 0 USE OF STARIWAYS AND Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools LADDERS Page 20f5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 5 2 Vertical clearance above any stair tread to an overhead obstruction shall be at least 7 feet measured from the leading edge of the tread 5 3 Employees should always use handrails whenever ascending or descending stairs 6 0 The following safety precautions shall be observed in the use of all ladders 6 1 When portable ladders are used for access to an upper landing surface the side rails
205. t where employees contractors are moving or walking Chisels screwdrivers and pointed tools shall never be carried in a worker s pocket They are to be carried in a tool box or cart in a carrying belt sharp or pointed end down like those used by electricians and steel workers in a pocket tool pouch or in the hand with points and cutting edges pointing away from the body Employees contractors carrying tools on their shoulders should pay close attention to clearances when turning around and should handle the tools so that they will not strike other employees 7 0 Personal Protective Equipment Appropriate personal protective equipment e g safety goggles gloves etc should be worn due to hazards that may be encountered while using portable power tools and hand tools Employees contractors using hand and power tools and exposed to the hazard of falling flying abrasive and splashing objects or exposed to harmful dusts fumes vapors or gases are to be provided with the particular personal protective equipment necessary to protect them from the hazard 8 0 Use of Hand Tools Hand tools are non powered They include anything from axes to wrenches The greatest hazards posed by hand tools results from misuse and improper maintenance A part of maintenance and construction worker s instruction program shall include detailed training in the proper use of hand tools So important is this training that considerable attention is giv
206. te with the QU Medical Clinic if their assistance is needed for treatment of injured personnel 1 3 1 6 Inform Central Service Unit Control Room to call 999 if the fire cannot be control by QU Fire Section 1 3 2 Fireman shall Wear fire fighting suits 1 3 2 1 1 3 2 2 Go to the location of fire GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 31 ell arate Sree Das Apa d ectivity Date pril 1 TE PREPAREDNESS AND Heg Ane gaasid RESPONSE FIRE 1 3 2 3 Bring additional fire extinguisher 1 3 2 4 Bring Self Contained Breathing Apparatus 1 3 2 5 Extinguish the fire using fire extinguisher if it is still on early stage Use hydrant and fire hose if the fire extinguisher is not capable of extinguishing the fire 1 3 2 6 Conduct rescue and evacuation 1 3 2 7 If the rescue and evacuation cannot be performed provide assistance to Fire Brigade Team of Civil Defense in conducting rescue and evacuation 1 2 3 8 Provide assistance to Fire Brigade Team of Civil Defense in extinguishing the fire if necessary 1 4 The QU Medical Team shall perform the following course of action applicable only during office hours 1 4 1 Coordinate with Leading Fireman if medical assistance is needed Mobilize medical equipments Provide treatment to injured personnel Coordinate with the nearest hospital for possible medical treatment of injured personnel 1 4 5 Provide assistance to Emer
207. thing apparatus 1 Slightly hazardous 0 Like ordinary material GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 28 Revision No 0 SAFETY SIGNS AND TAGS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 7of7 NUMBER MEANING FLAMABILITY RED QUADRANT 4 Extremely flammable 3 Ignites at normal temperature 2 Ignites when moderately heated 1 Must be preheated to burn 0 Will not burn NUMBER MEANING REACTIVITY YELLOW QUADRANT 4 May detonate evacuate area if material are exposed 3 Strong shock or heat may detonate use monitors 2 Violent chemical change possible 1 Unstable if heated use normal precautions 0 Normally stable SPECIAL HAZARD MEANING WHITE QUADRANT W or No water Indicates a material that is unusually reactive with water e g sodium Indicates a material that is an oxidizer A material that can cause or enhance the combustion of other materials usually by providing oxygen e g ammonium nitrate OX or Oxidizer GUIDELINES MANUAL QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No i EHSG 29 Revision No 0 HAZARD COMMUNICATION Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 1 of 3 OBJECTIVE To develop and maintain a written hazard communication program a listing of the hazardous chemicals present provisions for labels on containers of chemicals a syste
208. tiate instruct the investigating committee chairman to conduct investigation of the reported accident incident 2 0 The chairman shall convene the members of the investigating committee 3 0 The investigating committee shall conduct the investigation based on the following method 3 1 Gather information through 3 1 1 Witness account 3 1 2 Physical evidence 3 1 3 Existing records 3 2 Deliberation of findings 3 3 Analyze the facts 3 3 Provide corrective and preventive action 4 0 Reporting Format 4 1 Description of accident or incident 4 2 Cause and extent of accident or incident 4 3 Corrective action taken response made 4 4 Cost of corrective action 4 5 Status as of the date of this report 4 6 Effect of the accident or incident result due to the accident or incident 5 0 Submit report to review committee and to Business Operation Department Director for approval 6 0 Section heads shall implement the recommended corrective and preventive action 7 0 The composition of the investigating committee and review committee shall be determined by the Business Operation Director 8 Any member of the investigating committee shall inhibit from conducting an investigation whenever the accident or incident falls in his area of responsibility In such cases the Director of Business Operation Department shall appoint a replacement GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 06 Revision No 0 CONFINED SPACE Effectivity Date
209. to an acceptable level In addition Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA requirements dictate that whenever employee noise exposures equal or exceed an 8 hour time weighted average TWA of 85 dBA slow response a continuing effective hearing conservation program shall be instituted GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 14 Revision No 0 HEARING CONSERVATION Effectivity Date April 1 2011 QATAR UNIVERSITY Page 2of9 2 0 Responsibilities 2 1 The office of Business Operations Department BOD Safety Unit The office of the Business Operations Department Safety Unit is responsible for developing implementing and administering the Qatar University Hearing Conservation Program Additional responsibilities include Identification of work areas and equipment within Qatar University facilities where noise levels equal or exceed 85 dBA Identification through personnel monitoring of Qatar University employees whose noise exposure level equals or exceeds an 8 hour TWA of 85 dBA Notification of employee exposure measurements is sent to the employee the employee s supervisor and to Qatar University Medical Clinic for inclusion in annual audiology program Noise surveys and or noise dosimetry must be conducted to determine which areas require warning signs Training of employees in the need for proper use and care of hearing protection devices The train
210. tures to which it will be exposed The manufacturer s safe operating pressures for hoses valves pipes filters and other fittings shall not be exceeded 16 1 Jacks All jacks lever and rachet jacks screw jacks and hydraulic jacks must have a device that stops them from jacking up too high Also the manufacturer s load limit must be permanently marked in a prominent place on the jack and should not be exceeded GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April1 2011 y TOOLS Page 140f 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY A jack should never be used to support a lifted load Once the load has been lifted it must immediately be blocked up Use wooden blocking under the base if necessary to make the jack level and secure If the lift surface is metal place a 1 inch thick hardwood block or equivalent between it and the metal jack head to reduce the danger of slippage To set up a jack make certain of the following the base rests on a firm level surface the jack is correctly centered the jack head bears against a level surface and the lift force is applied evenly Proper maintenance of jacks is essential for safety All jacks must be inspected before each use and lubricated regularly If a jack is subjected to an abnormal load or shock it should be thoroughly examined to make sure it has not been damaged 17 0 Use and Maintenance of
211. uired Employees must be trained by a competent person in the following areas as applicable 12 1 The nature of fall hazards in the work area 12 2 The correct procedure for erecting maintaining and disassembling the fall protection systems to be used 12 3 The proper construction use placement and care in handling of all stairways and ladders 12 4 The maximum intended load carry capacities of ladders used GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 22 Revision No 0 WELDING AND CUTTING Effectivity Date April1 2011 h Gools MATERIALS Page 1 of 4 QATAR UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVE To provide safety guideline on proper welding cutting materials by Qatar University employees and contractors DEFINITION Gas Slower and easier to control than electric arc Uses gas flame over metals until molten puddle is formed Most popular fuels used with oxygen include acetylene Arc Two metals are joined by generating an electric arc between a covered metal electrode and the base metal Oxygen Cutting Metal is heated by gas flame and an oxygen jet does the cutting Arc Cutting Intense heat of electric arc melts away the metal GUIDELINES 1 0 General Requirement 1 1 When combustibles cannot be moved from the welding cutting area the requirements of NFPA 51B shall be followed No cutting and welding operation will be permitted without authorization from the EHS Office 1
212. uld be clear that it is a particular performance that is being criticized and penalized it is not personal attack on the individual The imposition of disciplinary action will depend on the gravity of the infraction The penalties may be waived in favor of more severe penalty GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 01 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR Revision No 0 NON CONFORMANCES TO Effectivity Date April 1 2011 5446 Gooly Page 2 of 4 QATAR UNIVERSITY SAFETY CONTRACTOR 2 0 Code of Conduct Guidelines CODE DISCIPLINARY ACTION 1 Counseling with written communication to the contractor for minor infraction that could lead to a more serious infraction 2 Written warning to the contractor for 2 repetition and or more serious infraction but not serious enough to stop the work 3 Suspension stoppage of work for continuous repetition and very serious infraction or totally unsatisfactory performance 2 0 Schedule of Infraction and Disciplinary Action Disciplinary Action Item No Infraction 1 ars ei Offense Offense Offense 1 0 Failure to comply with General Safety and Health Provision OSHS 1926 Subpart C 1 1 Safety Training and education 1 2 3 1 2 Recording and reporting of injuries 1 2 3 1 4 Fire protection and prevention 1 2 3 1 5 Housekeeping 1 2 3 1 7 Access to employee exposure and 1 2
213. use of hoses for hoisting or lowering tools shall not be permitted 14 1 7 All hoses exceeding 1 2 inch inside diameter shall have a safety device at the source of supply or branch line to reduce pressure in case of hose failure 14 1 8 Airless spray guns of the type which atomize paints and fluids at high pressures 1 000 pounds or more per square inch shall be equipped with automatic or visible manual safety devices which will prevent pulling of the trigger to prevent release of the paint or fluid until the safety device is manually released 14 1 9 In lieu of the above a diffuser net which will prevent high pressure high velocity release while the nozzle tip is removed plus a nozzle tip guard which will prevent the tip from coming in contact with the operator or other equivalent protection shall be provided 15 0 Fuel Powered Tools 15 1 All fuel powered tools shall be stopped while being refueled serviced or maintained and fuel shall be transported handled and stored in approved safety cans 15 2 Leakage or spillage of flammable or combustible liquids shall be disposed of promptly and safely 15 3 When fuel powered tools are used in enclosed spaces the applicable requirement for concentrations of toxic gases and use of personal protective equipment shall apply 16 0 Hydraulic Power Tools The fluid used in hydraulic powered tools shall be fire resistant and shall retain its operating characteristics at the most extreme tempera
214. ust GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 38 Revision No 0 EMERGENCY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 PREPAREDNESS AND Page 3 of 3 B Gools RESPONSE EARTHQUAKE QATAR UNIVERSITY 3 After earthquake 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 Be prepared for aftershocks plan for cover when they occur Be calm try to reassure others Listen to local radio for any announcement Be prepared the University may be used as evacuation area for earthquake victims In case of fire Fire Fighting Team shall extinguish the fire If chemical spillage occurs BOD Safety Unit shall lead in conducting emergency response If biological spillage occurs BOD Safety Unit shall lead in conducting emergency response If radioactive materials spillage occurs BOD Safety Unit shall lead in conducting emergency response Security shall call and coordinate with Civil Defense for conducting inspection search and rescue and fire fighting incase QU fire fighter cannot extinguish the fire Security shall declare All Clear signal and prepare overall damage assessment in coordination with other department Submit report to the Office of the President GUIDELINES MANUAL h TI WITH DISABILITIES QATAR UNIVERSITY Title Document No EHSG 39 Revision No 0 EVACUATION FOR PEOPLE Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 1 of 2
215. vision No 0 ELECTRICAL SAFETY Effectivity Date April 1 2011 3646 Gaoly Page 5of 5 QATAR UNIVERSITY 27 3 Protective shields protective barriers or insulating materials must be used to protect each employee from shock burns or other electrically related injuries while employees are working near exposed energized parts which might be accidentally contacted or where dangerous electric heating or arcing might occur When normally enclosed live parts are exposed for maintenance or repair they are to be guarded to protect unqualified persons from contact with the live parts 27 4 Fuse Handling Equipment insulated for the circuit voltage shall be used to remove or install fuses when the fuse terminals are energized 27 5 Ropes and Hand lines used near exposed energized parts shall be nonconductive 28 0 The following alerting techniques are used to warn and protect employees from electrical shock hazards burns or failure of electric equipment parts 28 1 Safety signs safety symbols or accident prevention tags are to be used where necessary to warn employees about electrical hazards which may endanger them 28 2 Barricades are used in conjunction with safety signs where necessary to prevent or limit employee access to work areas exposing employees to un insulated energized conductors or circuit parts Conductive barricades may not be used where they might cause an electrical contact hazard 28 3 If signs and barricades do not prov
216. xact location of the bomb 2 1 2 Time of detonation 2 1 3 Description of device or container 2 1 4 Type of device Chemical Biological Explosive 2 1 5 Reason for call or threat 2 2 The person receiving the call should also note such details of the call such as 2 2 1 Date and time of call 2 2 2 Exact language dialect used 2 2 3 Sex of caller male or female 2 2 4 Estimated age of caller 2 2 5 Peculiar or identification accent 2 2 6 Identifiable background noise such as stereo music trucks street cars or other conversation 3 0 What to do when bomb threat call is received 3 1 Be calm and courteous 3 2 Listen and do not interrupt the caller 3 3 Try to keep the caller in line as long as possible 3 4 Notify your supervisor or nearest co employee of your activity by a prearranged signal while the caller is on the line 3 5 Have some one trace the call by calling the operator using another phone If the line is far reaching have someone else secretly listen in to the conversation your witness is corroborated 4 0 After receiving bomb threat call report immediately to security at telephone number 4403 3566 4403 3564 5 0 After receiving the report on bomb threat security officer shall call 999 GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 35 E P d amp Revision No 0 mMeErgency TrEpareaness Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Response Bomb Threats Page 2of2 QATAR UNIVERSITY
217. xposure to a hazard such as heat There are three types of controls e g engineering administrative and personal protective equipment that can be implemented to reduce exposure to excessive heat Each person and situation is unique so controls and their application will vary Suggested controls are given in Suggested Measures to Prevent Heat Stress Contact EHS Office for help in selecting the most appropriate preventive measures for your work GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 24 Revision No 0 HEAT STRESS Effectivity Date April 1 2011 Page 3 of 6 QATAR UNIVERSITY 3 1 Administrative Controls Administrative controls also known as work strategy controls are strategies used by supervisors to limit exposure to a hazard For example changes to the work schedule i e when and how the job is performed can limit the amount of time an employee is exposed to elevated temperatures 3 2 Engineering Controls Engineering controls are physical changes made to the work environment such as adding fans or air conditioning to an indoor environment 3 3 Work Practices and Personal Protective Equipment PPE Other than hats and loose fitting clothing there is a limited selection of personal protective equipment to reduce the risk of heat stress Contact EHS office for help in evaluating the effectiveness of available personal protective equipment In some cases personal protect
218. y 1 5 Clothing saturated with oil shall be removed as soon as practical and the affected part of the body shall be washed with soap and water 1 6 Only clean clothing in good condition free of tears frays rips and patches shall be worn during work 1 7 Clothing saturated with chemicals shall be removed while rinsing with water and the saturated part of the body rinse with water to remove the chemical and residue 1 8 Finger rings watches bracelets and other jewelry shall be removed while performing maintenance work 1 9 Wear cover all under welding aprons and chaps during welding work Button cover all to the neck and button pockets to prevent sparks and slag from burning the skin Do not use clothing to clean torch tips 1 10 Cover all shall be worn by contractors at all times during his work at the University 1 11 Laboratory gowns preferably white color shall be worn during Laboratory works 2 0 Safety Shoes 2 1 Employee s shall wear University issued safety shoes at work site at all times Exceptions are as follows offices meeting rooms change rooms Avoid borrowing safety shoes 2 3 Each employee s shall wear protective footwear when working in areas where there is danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling piercing the sole or where the feet are exposed to electrical chemical hazards 2 4 Shoes with toe or metal guards oil and chemical resistant sole shall be used as foot protection 2 5 If safety shoes
219. y Asked Questions 13 1 What to do if the fume hood alarm activate The alarm on the laboratory chemical fume hood notifies you that the fume hood is not performing as desired which could lead to overexposure to chemicals If the alarms triggers take the following steps Shutdown the fume hood Close the sash e Call BOD Safety Unit 2686 If the alarm sounds due to a schedules power outages and someone turns it off post the hood as OUT OF SERVICE until power is restored Turn the alarm back on before conducting further work in the fume hood 13 2 Why does the fume hood alarm always go on when the laboratory door is open Please keep in mind that when doors are propped open the airflow in the laboratory is affected and the fume hood may go into alarm If you believe the alarm is too sensitive notify Safety Unit for a calibration assessment Never tamper with the alarm by taping over openings 13 3 Can use radioactive material in the Laboratory fume hood The Safety Unit provides the radiation caution signs that indicate which fume hoods it has authorized for use with radioactive materials Fume hoods must have this posting before you use radioactive materials in them 13 4 Can do virology bacteriology work in Laboratory fume hood In general virology and bacteria work shall not occur in a laboratory chemical fume hood When working with cultures use a biological safety cabinet 13 5 How do make modification
220. y careful about the hazard of employees leaving knives hidden under a product under scrap paper or wiping rags or among other tools in work boxes or drawers Knives are to be kept separate from other tools to protect the cutting edge of the knife as well as to protect the employee Horseplay shall be prohibited around knife operations Throwing fencing trying to cut objects into smaller and smaller pieces and similar practices are not only dangerous but reflect inadequate supervision Supervisors shall assure that nothing is cut that requires excessive pressure on the knife Knives shall not be used as a substitute for can openers screwdrivers or ice picks 8 4 Torsion Tools Socket wrenches are safer to use than adjustable or open end wrenches 8 4 1 Open End or Box Wrenches Open end or box wrenches shall be inspected to make sure that they fit properly and are never to be used if jaws are sprung or cracked When defective they shall be taken out of service until repaired GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER Effectivity Date April 1 2011 y TOOLS Page 6 of 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY 8 4 2 Socket Wrenches Socket wrenches give great flexibility in hard to reach places The use of special types shall be encouraged where there is danger of injury 8 4 3 Adjustable Wrenches Adjustable wrenches are used for many purposes They are not int
221. ys sprockets spindles drums fly wheels chains or other reciprocating rotating or moving parts of equipment must be guarded if such parts are exposed to contact by employees Guards as necessary should be provided to protect the operator and others from the following point of operation in running nip points rotating parts flying chips and sparks GUIDELINES MANUAL Title Document No EHSG 19 Revision No 0 USE OF HAND AND POWER fE ffectivity Date April 1 2011 h Gooly TOOLS Page 9 of 15 QATAR UNIVERSITY Safety guards must never be removed when a tool is being used For example portable circular saws must be equipped with guards An upper guard must cover the entire blade of the saw A retractable lower guard must cover the teeth of the saw except when it makes contact with the work material The lower guard must automatically return to the covering position when the tool is withdrawn from the work 11 0 Safety Switches 12 0 Electric Tools The following hand held powered tools must be equipped with a momentary contact on off control switch drills tappers fastener drivers horizontal vertical and angle grinders with wheels larger than 2 inches in diameter disc and belt sanders reciprocating saws saber saws and other similar tools These tools also may be equipped with a lock on control provided that turnoff can be accomplished by a single moti

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