EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

Transmission Line Works

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 CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION

2. SITE DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW

3. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND WASTE

4. REGULATORY AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

5. EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTION PLAN

6. POLLUTION PREVENTION METHODS

7. CONTROL AND COUNTERMEASURES

8. INSPECTIONS AND RECORD KEEPING

9. TRAINING

10. EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

11. FIRST AID TEAM

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1 INTRODUCTON

This emergency response plan has been prepared for the COMPANY Projects. It is
intended to provide methods and procedures for protecting the environment and public
health, and to respond to any potential incidences, during construction of projects.

This plan includes potential releases that could affect surface water, groundwater, soil, and
air. It also includes control methods, pollution prevention measures, inspections and record
keeping, and training requirements.

The plan for a construction project reflects the ongoing changes in site conditions that
occur during the progressive development of a site. This contrasts to an emergency plan
for an operational (completed) facility where there potentially are long-term and ongoing
discharges to water and air -- and potentially large volumes of hazardous (regulated)
materials stored on-site as part of facility operation.

Thus this construction-period plan is tailored to the circumstances (often short-term) that
are present during civil construction operations entailing heavy equipment operations,
material off-loading and storage, waste disposal, earthwork, and installation of project
elements.

All managers and supervisory personnel in the field must be knowledgeable regarding all
aspects of this plan. They must ensure its implementation, and associated compliance with
it, by all construction personnel and subcontractors. It will be included as a required
reference document in all subcontracts issued for the project. All construction personnel
must receive training on spill and pollution prevention, control, and response.

This plan emphasizes preventative measures, as well as response capability in case of a

spill or pollution event. It establishes communication paths and interface with regulatory
agencies, so there are clear lines of responsibility and effective documentation. Although
this plan is presented as a stand-alone document, it actually is one element of an overall
environmental compliance program implemented throughout the construction period.

2 SITE DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW

The planned construction area extends approximately 13 km through from (Banja

Substation) power station to Tower 44 ( Cerrik substation). The alignment includes
rolling terrain and agricultural habitats, and it crosses numerous watercourses.

The project involves construction for about one year, progressing from the south to the
north. These will have waste storage after work finalizing to Cerrik dumping area.

The work force is anticipated to peak at about 100 people. A standard mix of construction
equipment and methods will be used, including a variety of earth moving and paving
equipment such as bulldozers, backhoes, and trucks. The amount of equipment on-site will
vary as construction proceeds, and according to the locations of work. Work will be
occurring at numerous locations concurrently and involve Direct Hire forces.

3 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND WASTE

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The materials that potentially could spill on the construction sites are typical of any large
construction project. This primarily includes petroleum products such as vehicle fuel,
engine oil, lubricant, and hydraulic fluid. Paints, sealant, antifreeze, solvents, and batteries
are other hazardous materials that will be stored and used. Raw concrete and wash-out from
concrete trucks, and asphalt materials will be present and need to be contained on site from
entering surface waters.

Quantities of hazardous materials stored on-site will be minimized and placed in designated
(and signed) containment and temporary storage areas. Similarly, any hazardous waste and
waste oil will be stored temporarily in a designated containment area and disposed of
within 6 months. This storage limit minimizes overall generation and storage needs.

Fuel for heavy construction equipment (e.g., dozers, backhoes) will be brought to the site
and dispensed from tanker trucks. Fuel for small vehicles will be obtained at the local
gasoline/diesel stations. Construction equipment containing fuel includes generators, light
sets, pumps, and compressors etc. Fuel for this equipment will be stored in drums or small
tanks at storage areas.

Each subcontractor will be responsible for hazardous materials management and includes
the proper identification, handling, and containment of any and all hazardous materials
used, and hazardous waste generated in the course of their construction activities. Each
subcontractor must provide to COMPANY Company ES&H Dep. a list of the hazardous
materials and wastes they anticipate using or generating at the work site. Each
subcontractor must update their initial list whenever new hazardous materials and wastes
are brought to or generated on the site. This list must be provided to the Project
Environmental, Health, and Safety (ES&H) Representative at least quarterly.

Small (isolated) and infrequent spills of petroleum products are typical of this kind of
construction operation, rather than a large spill. This is because large quantities of
hazardous liquid material (large storage tanks) are not maintained on site, as occurs with an
operational facility. Any spill will be resolved using standard spill prevention and control
measures employed by the construction industry and in accordance with permits and
Albanian laws.

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4 REGULATORY AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

Laws pertaining to aspects of spill and pollution prevention control, and countermeasures
include:

 Law No. 7501, dated 19-06-1991 “Environmental Conservation “.

 Law No. 8990, dated 23-01-2003 “Environmental Impact Assessment “.
 Law No. 8906, dated 6-06-2003 “Protected Areas “.
 Law No 10431, dated 9.6.2011 “Environmental protection “(amended).
 Law No.111, dated 3.11.2012 “For the Management of water resources”.
 Law No.10440, dated 7.7.2011 “For the assessment of environmental impact “.
 Law No. 10463, “For integrated solid waste management “.
 Law No. 8897, dated 16.5.2002 “For the protection of air from pollution
“(amended).
 Law No. 9010 dated 13.2.2003 “For the environmental management of solid
waste“.
 Law No. 9115 dated 24.7.2003 “For the management of contaminated waters“.
 Law No.9108, dated 17.7.2003 “For Substances and Chemical Preparations“.
 Law No. 9537, dated 18.5.2006 “For hazardous waste management“.
 Law No. 9774, dated 12.7.2007 “For the assessment and the management of
environmental noise“.

Permit conditions related to spill and pollution prevention and control include:

 Storing fuels, oil, and materials associated with asphalt preparation in sealed tanks
and on concrete platforms;
 Storing hazardous materials in accordance with laws and product labeling;
 Keeping batteries (sulfuric acid) in a manner to prevent spillage;
 Storing paints and lacquers in locations remote from fire sources;
 Keeping a record of all hazardous materials acquired and stored;
 Maintaining organized storage areas that can be inspected;
 Storing hazardous wastes separately depending upon their compatibility;
 Storing used oil in sealed containers;
 Having storage areas with proper security (fenced) and secondary containment; and
 Use and maintenance of oil-water separators at facilities and maintenance yards.

5 SPILL RESPONSE ACTION PLAN (ERAP)

Spill response action planning outlines steps to be taken in case of an incident involving a
large or significant spill of material during construction operations that poses an immediate
threat to human health and/or the environment. Such major spills cannot be safely cleaned
up without the assistance of trained emergency response personnel and/or off-site
emergency response equipment. These spills include those that may directly impact off-site
areas (including surface waters, groundwater).

The ES&H Representative, in coordination with the Project ES&H Manager, will update
this action plan as needed throughout construction. The ES&H Representative will ensure

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that this plan is effectively distributed and that construction personnel are prepared to
implement it. It will be available at all project field offices.

This Spill Prevention Action Plan includes:

An Emergency Response Coordinator

Notification phone list
Incident and notification form
Equipment/supplies and storage locations
Response team
Evacuation and site map
Facility diagram
Action steps
Documentation

5.1. Emergency Response Coordinator

The Primary Emergency Response Coordinator for this plan is

Name: Arber Dogani

Title: HSE Lead
Phone:0689095227

Emergency Response Coordinator will have training and experience related to spill control
and countermeasures for construction operations, as well as organizational response and
management skills and training. They will be available on-site, or by phone if off-site, at
all times throughout the construction duration. Their names and phone numbers will be
posted at all project field offices.

5.2. Reporting Notification Phone List

The Emergency Response Coordinator will carry with them at all times the notification
phone list. The Emergency Response Coordinator or his/her designee will begin contacting
the following individuals and agencies within 15 minutes of a spill event necessitating
emergency response. The Emergency Response Coordinator will implement and sequence
the notification process and remedial actions based on the kind and size of spill and
potential risk to resources and health. The incident and notifications will be documented
on the “Incident and Notification” form (see Appendix).

Name Title / Organization Mobile Phone

1. Project Manager
2. Deputy P. Manager
3. ES&H Lead
4. ES&H Representative
5. Site Manager

Regulatory Agencies Phone Fax

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5.3. Incident and Notification Form

The Emergency Response Coordinator will use this form Notification Form to capture the
circumstances necessitating implementation of the Spill Response Action Plan and the
notifications made. This includes:

 date, time, and location of incident;

 incident description (type and quantity of release, observed conditions);
 the names of individuals and organizations contacted;
 times/dates of notifications;
 description of any direction given by regulatory personnel; and
 Description of remedial actions initiated, planned, or completed.

5.4. Equipment, Supplies, and Storage Locations

Materials for response will be stored at multiple locations, near active work sites. Spill
materials will be present on active work sites, especially when the ES&H Representative or
supervising Site Engineer believes the potential risk of a spill or impact to a particular
resource (e.g., watercourse) exists. Storage locations may be shifted during the
construction project, as various elements of the construction site are completed.

The ES&H Representative will be responsible for inventory (quarterly) and training to
ensure that materials are available and those construction personnel know where response
equipment and supplies are located.

Spill control materials will be segregated (and marked) at storage locations, for either
surface waters or land-based situations.

Stored materials will include:

Steel or plastic drums (200-liter) with lids, for placing absorbents or soil
Bags of absorbent pads for placing on soil
Absorbent (roll) for containment in soil situations
Bags of absorbent pads for stringing across surface waters or shorelines
Absorbent boom for surface waters (and rope for securing it)
Rubber gloves
Rubber boots
Shovels
Backhoe on-site as part of construction operations

In addition to the stockpiled materials, smaller quantities of response materials

(absorbents), for small spills and initial response, will be distributed and stored on-site.
This will include numbered spill kits distributed among project field offices, work sites,
maintenance areas, and storage trailers. Each kit will be comprised of absorbent pads and
rubber gloves for minor spills or initial response. The ES&H Representative will maintain
and post in each field office a list of all locations and parties possessing a spill kit and
confirm the kit’s integrity and location quarterly.

5.5. Emergency Support

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For situations needing outside support (fire, significant spills posing risks to health, water,
and other resources), the Emergency Response Coordinator will immediately notify the
following organizations and relinquish management of the incident to them upon their
arrival. The Emergency Response Coordinator and ES&H Representative will continue to
facilitate and coordinate with these organizations regarding use of on-site resources and
containment. Countrywide emergency numbers are:

Fire Departments: Phone Number: 128

Police Departments: Phone Number: 129

5.6. Evacuation Plan

The need for evacuation will be communicated to project personnel via Site Engineers in
phone or radio contact with the Emergency Response Coordinator and ES&H
Representative. All project employees will be empowered to facilitate on-site
communication to co-workers, if an incident occurs that warrants evacuation.

Evacuation and assembly sites will shift as the construction work is progressed along the
alignment; this topic will be part of employee initial training given by ES&H personnel and
Site Engineers. The evacuation and assembly points also may shift depending on wind
conditions (direction of any airborne pollutants). The primary evacuation points, if needed,
will be near the work-site access, but to one side so as not to block emergency equipment.
The pre-planned assembly points, evacuation routes, and hospital route will be posted at
project offices.

5.7. Temporary Facilities

The project will have maintenance and support yards. Locations of hazardous waste
storage areas (materials and waste) will be tracked, inspected, documented, and approved
in advance by the ES&H Representative. All materials and drums contained in these areas
will be labeled and their contents identified. Secondary containment will be present (e.g.,
berms) and the storage area will be protected from storm water. Storm drain systems will
have oil/water separators.

5.8. Action Steps

Major Spill: The construction personnel discovering a major spill will notify the
supervising Site Engineer and take any immediate steps that can be performed without
harm to their health and safety (e.g., turning off valves, use of dikes, laying absorbents,
sealing storm drains, and protecting surface waters, wetlands, natural areas, and
shorelines).

The Site Engineer will immediately notify the Emergency Response Coordinator and the
ES&H Representative. The Site Engineer will oversee any initial actions and evacuation
until the Emergency Response Coordinator. The Emergency Response Coordinator will
assess the situation, implement notifications, and direct control measures as needed.

Minor Spill: The construction personnel discovering a minor spill (e.g., vehicle/equipment
leaking oil or hydraulic fluid onto soil or concrete) will notify the supervising Site

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 Engineer, take action to stop the spill/leak, and obtain and deploy spill kit materials to
contain and remediate it. The Site Engineer will notify within 15 minutes the ES&H
Representative who will respond and mobilize the required resources if needed.

By definition, minor spills can be contained safely in the immediate vicinity of the spill, by
on-site personnel, with available spill response materials (absorbents, shovels). These
spills do not threaten or cause an immediate threat to human health and/or environment.

5.9. Documentation

Major Spill: The Emergency Response Coordinator and ES&H Representative, using the
Incident and Notification form (see Appendix), will document any major spill event and
corrective actions taken. In doing so, they will gather information from project personnel
and regulatory agencies involved.

Minor Spill: The ES&H Representative, using the Minor Spill Report form (see Appendix),
will document minor spill events and corrective actions taken.

The ES&H Representative will keep collectively on file at the project office all
documentation related to spill events.

6 POLLUTION PREVENTION METHODS

6.1. Construction Planning and Subcontractors

Regulatory requirements and best management practices (BMPs) will be incorporated into
construction planning and work execution. Construction planners will be required to
incorporate ES&H principles into their work plans, and ES&H personnel will review the
work plans for compliance.

All subcontractors will be required to incorporate spill prevention into their ES&H plan,
submit their plan to COMPANY Company for approval, and have adequate spill
prevention materials on-site to match the type and extent of their work. The ES&H
Representative and Site Engineers will monitor their compliance and any storage areas
used by subcontractors.

6.2. Accumulation and Storage Areas

The Project Manager will designate a person to manage waste accumulation areas and
storage areas with hazardous materials. This person will ensure there is appropriate spill
prevention materials present and inspect the areas weekly at minimum to make sure that the
areas:

 Are organized and well kept;

 Have fire-fighting equipment present (extinguishers)
 Are located away from surface waters, shorelines, wetlands, and drainage structures;
 Are clearly signed to advise caution;
 Do not have drains that lead to sanitary or storm sewers;
 Are sloped to contain releases;
 Have adequate access for inspection;

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 Are not located in the path of construction activities; and
 Are surrounded by secondary containment as needed for the type and quantity of
material present (e.g., 110% of the volume of the single largest container held within
the area).

Waste accumulation areas will have an impervious surface free of cracks. Accumulation
and storage areas will be controlled areas with restricted access.

6.3. Tanks and Containers

Tanks and containers holding hazardous materials will be:

 In good condition (no leaks, ruptures, or degradation) and properly labeled;

 Used with materials that are compatible with the container;
 Handled and stored in a manner to prevent ruptures or spills (e.g., do not overfill
containers; do not drag);
 Moved with proper equipment, such as forklifts (secure containers to pallets before
moving)
 Kept closed except when in use;
 Grounded if containers are holding ignitable materials, to prevent sparking;
 Placed within a secondary containment system (e.g., hazardous waste trailer or
building; dike area, retaining walls, curbing);
 Suitable for freezing conditions;
 Stored at the ground level rather than stacked and no underground storage tanks; and
 Segregated from non-compatible materials.

6.4. Equipment Use and Maintenance

Equipment on the work site can be a potential source of minor spills. Prevention methods
include the following:

 Equipment will be located and stored away from surface waters, shoreline areas, and
any temporary or permanent drainage structures whenever feasible.
 Equipment storage areas will be graded to help prevent runoff toward watercourses and
natural areas.
 Equipment and vehicles will have regular maintenance to prevent, and inspect for, leaks
of petroleum products.
 Equipment will be refueled in stable surface areas, away from watercourses, shorelines,
and drainage structures as feasible, and in a manner to prevent spillage.
 Erosion controls will be used on the site perimeters, helping to manage soil and storm
water runoff and thus movement of any spilled or dripped material.
 Drip pans, absorbents, and containment will be used where vehicles are parked and
serviced.

6.5. Work Execution

Other methods and actions to help prevent spills include:

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  Covering drains and catch basins during work that entails use of hazardous materials
nearby;
 Having material available to cap drain inlets in case of a spill;
 Configuring work areas and storing equipment to prevent potential impacts to nearby
watercourses and natural areas;
 Placing absorbent material (or checking on its availability) at the site of a specific work
task (e.g., refueling) before starting the task;
 Having proper spill kit material available for the kind of equipment being used;
 Keeping containers properly labeled and following proper disposal methods;
 Minimizing the need to use hazardous materials, and minimizing the amount of waste
through effective procurement and work planning;
 Disposing of waste in a timely fashion to reduce stored quantities;
 Having designated wash-out areas for concrete trucks to prevent run-off to surface
water;
 Good housekeeping and removal of trip hazards; and
 Using proper lighting when handling hazardous materials.

6.6 Transportation

Before transporting or receiving containers, they must be checked to confirm their

structural integrity for leaks and potential spillage. They also must be properly labeled and
closed, and contain material suitable for the particular type of container. Waste material
must be properly manifested, tracked, and disposed at an approved facility.

7 CONTROL AND COUNTERMEASURES

7.1. Diesel Fuel and Gasoline Spills

 Safety is the first step. Avoid inhalation of any vapors by staying upwind. Use
chemical-resistant personal protective equipment (gloves, boots, safety glasses) during
clean-up activities.
 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are highly flammable. Remove sources of heat, sparks,
flame, and electricity. Gasoline may create an explosive atmosphere.
 Stop the source of the spill/leak and contain (isolate) it as soon as possible; move
leaking equipment away from drains and surface waters if needed.
 For minor spills, apply absorbents (sheets or granular material). Dike the area with
absorbent or soil if needed; prevent liquid from spreading and entering drains or surface
waters. Allow time for the absorbent material to soak up the spilled material. Notify the
ES&H Representative within 15 minutes. Restrict access.
 For major spills, follow the Emergency Response Plan. Initially dike the area with
absorbents or soil to prevent runoff. Create diversion trenches to prevent impact on
sensitive resources such as shorelines and surface waters. Restrict access and establish a
safety perimeter. Trained off-site personnel should perform cleanup of large amounts
of free liquid.
 Once the spill is contained and free product is absorbed, drain absorbents of any free
product and place them in a plastic bag, secure the bag with a metal tie, and place the
bag in a labeled container with a secure lid. Shovel any contaminated soil into drums
with secure lids. Pump any free product into a separate and secure drum or appropriate

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 holding tank. Label containers/drums with the date, location of spill, name of product
spilled, approximate quantity, and type of material recovered.
 If temporarily stored, place containers in the waste accumulation area for no more than
180 days. Used absorbents from fuel spills can be disposed offsite through a licensed
disposal company and to a licensed landfill.
 Dispose of all free products as either hazardous waste or as material to be recycled.
 For minor spills, fill out the Spill Report form. For major spills, use the Incident
Report form.

7.2. Hydraulic Fluid, Lubricant, and Oil Spills

 Safety is the first step. Avoid inhalation of any vapors by staying upwind. Use
chemical-resistant personal protective equipment (gloves, boots, safety glasses) during
clean-up activities. Restrict open flames from the spill area.
 Stop the source of the spill/leak and contain (isolate) it as soon as possible; move
leaking equipment away from drains and surface waters if needed.
 For minor spills, apply absorbents (sheets or granular material). Dike the area with
absorbent or soil if needed; prevent liquid from spreading and entering drains or surface
waters. Allow time for the absorbent material to soak up the spilled material. Notify the
ES&H Representative within 15 minutes. Restrict access.
 For major spills, follow the Emergency Response Plan. Initially dike the area with
absorbents or soil to prevent runoff. Create diversion trenches to prevent impact on
sensitive resources such as shorelines and surface waters. Restrict access and establish
a safety perimeter. Trained off-site personnel should perform cleanup of large amounts
of free liquid.
 Once the spill is contained and free product is absorbed, drain absorbents of any free
product and place them in a plastic bag, secure the bag with a metal tie, and place the
bag in a labeled container with a secure lid. Shovel any contaminated soil into drums
with secure lids. Pump any free product into a separate and secure drum or appropriate
holding tank. Label containers/drums with the date, location of spill, name of product
spilled, approximate quantity, and type of material recovered.
 If temporarily stored, place containers in the waste accumulation area for no more than
180 days. Used absorbents from hydraulic, lubricant, and oil spills can be disposed
offsite through a licensed disposal company and to a licensed landfill.
 Dispose of all free products as either hazardous waste or as material to be recycled.
 For minor spills, fill out the Spill Report form. For major spills, use the Incident
Report form.

7.3. Chemical Spills (e.g., acids, caustics)

 Safety is the first step. Avoid inhalation of any vapors by staying upwind. Use
chemical-resistant personal protective equipment (gloves, boots, and safety glasses)
during clean-up activities. Restrict open flames from the spill area.
 Stop the source of the spill/leak and contain (isolate) it as soon as safely possible.
Notify the Environmental Manager as soon as possible and within 15 minutes.
 Refer to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for any special hazards and cleanup
procedures associated with the spilled chemical, especially for reactivity with other
substances in the spilled area.

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  For minor spills, apply absorbents. Dike the area with absorbent or soil if needed;
prevent liquid from spreading and entering drains or surface waters. Notify the ES&H
Representative within 15 minutes. Restrict access.
 For major spills, follow the Emergency Response Plan. Initially dike the area with
absorbents or soil to prevent runoff. Create diversion trenches to prevent impact on
sensitive resources such as shorelines and surface waters. Restrict access and establish
a safety perimeter. Trained off-site personnel should perform cleanup of large amounts
of free liquid.
 Once the spill is contained and free product is absorbed, drain absorbents of any free
product and place them in a plastic bag, secure the bag with a metal tie, and place the
bag in a labeled container with a secure lid. Shovel any contaminated soil into drums
with secure lids. Pump any free product into a separate and secure drum or appropriate
holding tank. Label containers/drums with the date, location of spill, name of product
spilled, approximate quantity, and type of material recovered.
 If temporarily stored, place containers in the waste accumulation area for no more than
180 days.
 Determine if free product that cannot be used must be classified as hazardous waste.
Similarly, determine if used absorbents are hazardous waste. Dispose of hazardous and
non-hazardous waste, separately, offsite using a licensed disposal company and to a
licensed landfill.
 For minor spills, fill out the Spill Report form. For major spills, use the Incident
Report form.

7.4. In-Water Spills

 Use safety equipment and methods for work on and abutting surface waters (e.g., life
jackets).
 Stop the source of the spill or leak as soon as safely possible. Move leaking land-based
equipment away from surface waters if they are the source. Maximize protection of
shoreline areas. Notify the ES&H Representative as soon as possible and within 15
minutes. Restrict access.
 For minor spills and sheen on surface waters, use absorbents designated for that
purpose, including booms around the spill and absorbent sheets along shorelines.
Monitor absorbents and sheen; properly secure booms and replace absorbents as
needed.
 For major spills, follow the Emergency Response Plan. Establish a safety perimeter and
deploy absorbents to contain the spill until trained off-site personnel, with marine spill
control equipment, arrive to perform containment and cleanup. This would involve any
spill with a significant amount of liquid or that poses any risk to shoreline environments
or wildlife.
 Follow waste containment and disposal as described above.
 For minor spills, fill out the Spill Report form. For major spills, use the Incident
Report form.

8 INSPECTIONS AND RECORD-KEEPING

8.1. Plan Distribution

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 A copy of this plan will be distributed to every Site Engineer and construction
subcontractor working at the site. A copy also will be available at each field office.

8.2. Monitoring and Inspections

The ES&H Representative will inspect and perform quality assurance monitoring of all
work areas and locations with fuel or hazardous waste/material storage, at minimum, on a
two weekly basis and in accordance with procedures described in the project’s Construction
Environmental Control Plan (CECP). Site conditions will be noted on a tracking sheet
maintained at the storage facility (see Appendix) and also described on the Monthly ES&H
compliance report. Any corrective actions that are needed will be brought to the attention
of the supervising Site Engineer the same day for prompt resolution.

The ES&H Representative will report any observed trends and lessons learned regarding
the potential for a spill event, or inadequate containment, to the Project Manager who will
give direction within the construction work force for corrective actions and changes.

Each foreman assigned to a storage area, maintenance yard, or work area will be
responsible for daily inspection for signs of spills and assuring that effective spill
prevention and control exists. The foremen will report any needed actions or repeated
issues to the supervising Site Engineer.

Similarly, Site Engineers and subcontractors also will be responsible for observing and
taking note of any spills in their work areas, the adequacy of containment and preventative
measures, and taking any needed actions.

8.4. Regulatory Agencies

The ES&H Representative will accompany any inspectors from regulatory agencies. This
may involve the Environmental Protection Agency or Fire Department. A representative of
the construction management team, designated by the Project Manager, will participate in
any such regulatory inspections; so that corrective actions can be implemented in a timely
fashion as prescribed by the regulatory personnel.

The Project Manager will transmit any documentation requested by regulatory personnel.
The ES&H Lead and ES&H Representative will maintain records, on file, of all regulatory
inspections and correspondence.

8.5. Record-keeping

As described in above, the ES&H Representative will maintain hard copy records of spill
events, compliance inspections, waste disposal, and regulatory correspondence for
reference and review purposes as requested.

9 TRAINING

All construction personnel on the work site must participate in formal Environmental,
Safety, and Health (ES&H) training at the start of their assignment. This training includes
spill prevention and control. Tool Box talks will be used weekly throughout the
construction period as refresher ES&H training. The ES&H Manager will be responsible

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 for preparing ES&H training materials, maintaining records of all those trained. The
ES&H Representative will be responsible for developing specific environmental training
documents and materials, posting awareness guideline sheets, and posting notification lists
in conspicuous locations at field offices.

Project employees, as part of ES&H training, will be given direction to bring to their
supervisor’s attention any condition that has the potential to be an environmental or health
and safety risk or hazard – and to take necessary action. This includes spill prevention and
control. ES&H will be an inherent and expected part of the work place culture.

All Site Engineers will be required to participate in ongoing training and regular meetings
focused on detailed aspects of ES&H program implementation. This includes spill
prevention and control, and hazardous waste management. Training will parallel the
changing workforce (personnel and numbers of personnel) and construction methods over
the period of construction.

The Emergency Response Coordinator and personnel assigned to the Spill Response team
will have advanced training in spill response and control, and hazardous waste
management.

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APPENDICES:

1. Incident and Notification Form

2. Spill Report Form
3. Guidelines for using Spill Kits
4. Hazardous Waste Storage Inventory
5. Monthly Hazardous Waste Storage Area Inspection Log

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11. FIRST AID TEAM

The HS&E Representative is available for further advice and support to all First Aiders working on site

Definition of a “first-aid” “a person who will need help from a medical practitioner or nurse, treatment for
the purpose of preserving life and minimizing the consequences of injury and illness until such help is
obtained”

 The procedure also cover “treatment of minor injuries which would otherwise receive no
treatment or which do not need treatment by a medical practitioner or nurse”
 The initial management of any injury or illness suffered at work carried out, as First Aid should be
done quickly and by a competent person.
 Systems will be in place to facilitate prompt First Aid attention and care which in turn will save lives
and prevent minor injuries becoming a major one.
 First Aid does not include giving tablets or medicines to treat illness – unless the competent person
has been further trained to do this by a medically qualified person.
 A “suitable” or competent person to carry out first-aid will be either:

1) Qualified to approve standards for First Aid at Work – 1-day course (First-Aider). Refresher 1-day
course required every 3 years (minimum).
2) Suitably trained in First Aid and had additional training in advanced First Aid, by a competent
person.

11.1 IDENTIFICATION

 Identification of First Aiders or First Aid Attendants (F.A.A.) will be by a sticker (white cross on a
green background). These stickers will be issued by the Mechanical Department, to be placed on
helmets, computers etc.
 First Aid boxes will be made of suitable materials which are dust and waterproof with a white cross
on a green background visible on the front.
 First Aid rooms will be identified with signage “First Aid Room” and a white cross on a green
background.
 First Aid points/locations will be identified with signage of a white cross on a green background.

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  Emergency points/locations will be identified on site maps for location of emergency facilities and
equipment.
 GENERAL PROCEDURES
 Also see Project Emergency Plan
 Employees will be advised of Emergency procedures (including First Aid) during induction.
 Site radios will be used to summon F.A.A.(s). Mobile phones can be used, if contact numbers are
available/ known to the caller.
 The person in charge of any medical situation will also liaise with Security and Emergency services.
 The HS&E Representative will be advised of any situations whereby the emergency services are
summoned.
 Prior to commencement of work e.g. during the RRT card briefing, employees should be advised of
who their first aider(s) is/are and where the nearest first aid box est.) is/are in relation to their
working area by the Site Engineer.
 F.A.A. will be advised by the HS&E Department of the nearest hospitals.

CLOSURE

Our Health, Safety & Environment program is planned to

Protect you and prevent accidents.

Your sincere co-operation is most important.

Report any unsafe acts/conditions that cause

Accidents / incidents to HSE Department.

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 We are extremely proud of our Health, Safety &
Environment records.

Help us make it better.

Autor:Arber Dogani

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