NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
UNIT IGC3: HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION
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Assessor’s marking sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Date of practical application
Name of assessor
Course provider number
Course provider name
Student number
Student name
Maximum marks available
Criteria 1
Completion of observation sheets
1.1
Range and number of hazards/good practice
15
1.2
Identification of suitable control measures and timescales
15
2
Report - Introduction and Executive Summary
2.1
Introduction providing an overview of the chosen area
5
2.2
Executive summary
5
3
Report - Main findings of the inspection
3.1
Quality of interpretation of findings and clear references to strengths and weaknesses
3.2
Identification of possible breaches of international standards
3.3
Persuasiveness / conciseness / technical content
4
Report - Conclusions and Recommendations
4.1
Clear and concise conclusions which are clearly related to report findings and are effective in convincing management to take action
15
4.2
Recommendations which present realistic actions to improve health and safety in the chosen area
15
TOTAL MARKS Grades:
15 5 10
100
Assessor’s marks awarded
NEBOSH moderated marks (if different)
Outcome: PASS (60% or more)
REFER (less than 60%)
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INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate’s observation sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Sheet number: 1 of 7 Student name: SIJO RAJAN
Student number: 00135935
Place inspected: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of inspection: 23/03/12 Observations Hazards / Good practice
Control measures Immediate, medium and longer-term actions
Timescale (immediate, 1 week, etc)
1) Security checking in the main entrance of the site was quite appreciable. Which indeed help to prevent unauthorised entry to site & its premises?
Continual Improvement
To be continued
2) Over speeding of vehicles were noticed in the site area. This would lead to accidents.
Establish & enforcement of site rules. Drivers should be trained for safe driving.
Immediate Immediate
Speed control implemented.
1 week
3) Elevation difference found in ROW (Right off Way) its posing hazard of vehicle falling in where the depth very from 3mts to 10mts in different location.
4) Excavation trench was found without any barriers & caution boards and the welding crew moving very close, which would lead to serious accidents, such as falling of persons & vehicles.
5) Found grit blaster was doing blasting with out any respiratory protection and suitable PPEs, and found that there is no suitable respiratory equipment available at site / store.
system
should
be
Segregated traffic routes for vehicles.
1 month
If possible eliminate the hazard by isolate the area from vehicle movement / unauthorised entry.
Immediate
If not possible reduce the hazard by providing dividers and hard barriers the area with adequate caution boards
Immediate
Hard barricading around the excavation area and good visible signage’s including Placing warning light for night as well.
Immediate
Provide diversions for vehicle movement & persons.
Immediate
Provide flickering light if any activities required at night
1 week
Respiratory protection to be provided and it shall be worn. Reduce air born dust by wetting cleaning, safety helmet, overalls with hoods, gloves, hearing protection shall be worn.
1 week To be continued
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate’s observation sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Sheet number: Student name: SIJO RAJAN
2 of 7
Student number: 00135935
Place inspected: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of inspection: 23/03/12
Observations Hazards / Good practice
6) Path way blocked by construction materials such as bricks which may lead to slip, trip and fall.
7) Workers were found smoking near the waste hazardous materials stacked area, which may lead to a fire accident.
8) No appropriate PPE”s is worn by the workforce except helmet.
9) 3nos. depressurized fire extinguishers were found in the hazardous material stacked area.
Control measures Immediate, medium and longer-term actions
Timescale (immediate, 1 week, etc)
Remove material from the path way.
Immediate
Proper designated area should be proved for the stacking of materials.
1 week
Improve work layout with designated walk way.
1 month
House keeping to be maintained
Every day
Separate smoking booth/area to be provided with adequate ventilator / exhaust and dustbin
2 days
Provide adequate extinguishers
fire
1 week
Proper awareness training should be provided.
2 week
Implement & enforcement of site safety rules.
Immediate
Provide appropriate PPE”s.
Immediate
Regular Monitoring.
Every day
Conduct proper in-house training for the usage of PPE”s & its importance.
2 week
Mentioned replaced
Immediate
fire
signage
extinguishers
&
to
be
Fire extinguisher to be inspected periodically and records to be maintained rd
Approved 3 party certified extinguishers to be in used
fire
Every month
Recommended
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate’s observation sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Sheet number: 3 of 7 Student name: SIJO RAJAN
Student number: 00135935
Place inspected: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of inspection: 23/03/12
Observations Hazards / Good practice
10) Wedges were not provided on all the four sides of the stringed pipes
11) Uncertified lifting tools were used for pipe lifting.
Control measures Immediate, medium and longer-term actions
Timescale (immediate, 1 week, etc)
Proper wedge to be provided.
Immediate
Following correct storing practices.
Continue
Improve housekeeping.
Every day
All lifting equipments to be certified by rd approve 3 party.
Every 6 month and follow up
Colour code to be applied.
12) Observed that pneumatic air compressor was using improperly Homemade chain is fitted in hose connector instead of whip arrestor, hoses spread on floor and earthing / grounding not provided. .
13) Workers doing their work in extreme hot temperature. This will lead to health problems such as heat stroke.
All lifting equipment to be inspected frequently..
Before in use
Lifting equipments should be kept in a proper & designated area.
Always
Trained personnel to handle.
Safe working practise
Wipe arrestor to be fitted on hose connector.
1 week
Check the hoses and connections and ensure they are in good condition.
Every day
Lay the hoses properly so that they do not pose a tripping hazard.
Every time
Proper earting / grounding to be provided to electric shock by static electricity.
Immediate
Regular work breaks should be provided
Immediate
Provide adequate quantity of water with dehydrated salt as per instruction to workers
Every day
Provide proper rest in shade.
Immediate
Adequate PPEs to be in used
Every time
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate’s observation sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Sheet number: 4 of 7 Student name: SIJO RAJAN
Student number: 00135935
Place inspected: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of inspection: 23/03/12
Observations Hazards / Good practice
14) It was noticed that worker working on sub standard / in-complete scaffolding at the site, there is a chance of collapse and probability of fall of materials as well as workers. No toe boards and guardrails are provided and some place planks are missing.
15) Flammable materials such as paint, fuel, and oil are stored in properly at site. This may cause fire accident.
Control measures Immediate, medium and longer-term actions
Timescale (immediate, 1 week, etc)
Stop working on the scaffolding
Immediate.
Scaffolding shall be erected by skilled persons.
1 week
Use standard materials for scaffolding
1 week
Erect the scaffold properly. Ensure the ground is level and firm. Use base plates and sole plates. Means of access and egress should be only through ladders Make sure there is no gap between the planks. Provide toe board. Guard rails and mid rails should be in place. All scaffolders should be experienced and trained. A trained scaffold supervisor should supervise the job and inspect and certify before use. Scafftag to be in used House keeping to be maintained
1 week
Provide netting for safeguarding others from falling debris. Safety harness should be used.
1 week
Handle the flammable materials safely.
Every time
Provide proper shade with adequate signage.
1 day
Keep flammable material separately with name board.
Every time
MSDS to be maid available with the material.
Every time
Have the fire fighting equipment in readiness.
Every time
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate’s observation sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Sheet number: 5 of 7 Student name: SIJO RAJAN
Student number: 00135935
Place inspected: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of inspection: 23/03/12 Observations Hazards / Good practice
16) It was observed that 25 ton mobile crane used for laying the pipe in the trench which was close to the overhead power lines.
Control measures Immediate, medium and longer-term actions
Timescale (immediate, 1 week, etc)
Stop the lifting activities
Immediate.
Eliminate the hazard by isolate / deenergise the power line
When required
If not possible reduce the hazard by providing proper earthling and insulation of power lines, or by maintaining safe distance safe distance from power line as below: 11 KV – 33 KV = 5.2 M 33KV – 66 KV = 6M 66KV – 132 KV = 6.7M 275KV = 7M 400KV = 7.3M
17) Chain pulley block serial no.08030188. With defective safety latches in use for lifting operation
Training should be given to the operator and bandsman.
Before restarting the activity.
Remove the chain pulley
Immediate
Supervisor /foreman to ensure use of proper chain pulley block
Always
All lifting equipments to be certified by rd approve 3 party.
Every 6 month and follow up
Colour code to be applied. All lifting equipment to be inspected frequently..
Before in use
Lifting equipments should be kept in a proper & designated area.
Always
Trained personnel to handle.
Safe working practise
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate’s observation sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Sheet number: 6 of 7 Student name: SIJO RAJAN
Student number: 00135935
Place inspected: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of inspection: 23/03/12
Observations Hazards / Good practice
18) A JCB had began digging trench with in civil area for control building area. The trenching was performed unsupervised, with out PTW
19) Workers were found carrying full cement bags from the ground floor to the third floor. There was no special tools or equipments provided for handling such heavy load. It may lead to musculoskeletal disorder due to poor posture and awkward movement.
20) Found that compressed gas cylinders stored improperly. Acetylenes and Oxygen empty & full cylinders kept together and some cylinders are lying on the ground at cylinder storage area.
Control measures Immediate, medium and longer-term actions
Timescale (immediate, 1 week, etc)
Stop the digging activities
Immediate
All activities shall be performed by proper supervision
Always
All activities should be carried out under coverage of PTW system
Implement and continues follow up
Use mechanical hoist for raising and lowering materials.
1 month
Load can be evenly distributed to the safe limit
1 week
Training of employees in manual handling techniques.
2 week
Provide appropriate PPE
Immediate
Proper storage shade to be made
1 week
Compressed gas cylinders to be handled and stored safely. Thy oxygen and acetylene cylinders must be separated should maintain a distance of 20 feet away from each other in the storage area. Empty and full cylinder of both oxygen and acetylene must be separated. Valves of the cylinder must be protected with caps. Transportation of the cylinder must be done either in trolley or by vehicle. (Manual handling is strictly banned) Both cylinder must be in upright position in a trolley & they should be chained properly also.
Immediate always
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INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate’s observation sheet
IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION Sheet number: 7 of 7 Student name: SIJO RAJAN
Student number: 00135935
Place inspected: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of inspection: 23/03/12
Observations Hazards / Good practice
21) Workers ablution blocks are in a poor unhygienic condition & pose a serious health risk. There does not appear to be a regular cleaning, maintenance or inspection schedule.
Control measures Immediate, medium and longer-term actions
Timescale (immediate, 1 week, etc)
Provide well and hygienic refreshment facilities to the workforce.
Immediate.
Ablution blocks to be clean frequently
Every day
Cleaning schedule to be in place
2 days
Maintaining good house keeping.
All ways
Provide well and hygienic refreshment facilities to the workforce.
Immediate.
Bathroom shower to be clean frequently
Every day
Damaged showers to be replaced.
1 week
Cleaning schedule to be in place.
2 days
Maintaining good house keeping.
All ways
Defined work hours
Immediate
Achievable targets
Immediate
Provide adequate rest and holiday
1 week
Job rotation
1month
24) Welfare / sanitary, lack of soap and paper towels, in a number of toilets.
Supply items when needed
Immediate
25) Site safety team giving their full effort to give good working environment to the workforce and implementing the safety standards
Appreciated
Continue
22) Workers’ bathroom showers are dirty, broken, with no shower heads, tabs or taps. There does not appear to be a regular cleaning, maintenance or inspection schedule, due to the amount of mould found in the shower trays and walls.
23) Stress is high due to high target of works, poor weather condition and overtime works.
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON
Student number: 00135935 Location: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai
Date of review: 27/03/2012
Introduction:
This report is generated on the basis of inspection conducted at Dodsal Cont. & Eng. Co. 20” Water line project, New Mumbai from 10:00 hrs – 15:00 hrs on 23/03/2012. This inspection was a part of ongoing survey of all the major construction sites across the state to identify health & safety standards maintained in all the companies. The construction site activities were ongoing thus I observed certain and highlighted some of the more serious deficiencies below, which will require immediate attention. The listed observations, together with actions, which will require to be taken ensuring the construction site presents a safe place to work. The inspection sheets are appended to the back of this report.
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
Candidate report template
UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON Student number: 00135935 Location : Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai
Date of review 27 /03/2012
Executive Summary
The construction activity was a combination of so many activities such as mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, scaffolding, material handling, lifting operation etc. Were we observed numerous hazards within the (construction site), some of which require managements immediate action as they breach current health and safety legislation and provide unsafe working conditions for employees/ staff even visitors. 1) Breaches of statutory duties can result in criminal prosecution and fines as per Indian Factory Act 1948. 2) Failing to comply with improvement or prohibition notice can result in fines as per Indian Factory Act 1948.
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON
Student number: 00135935 Location: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai Date of review: 27/03/2012
Main findings of the inspection:
1) Observation No: 3 Elevation difference found in ROW (Right off Way) its posing hazard of vehicle falling in where the depth very from 3mts to 10mts in different location. Recommendations: It is recommended that If possible eliminate the hazard by isolate the area from vehicle movement / unauthorised entry and If not possible reduce the hazard by providing dividers and hard barriers the area with adequate caution boards. Cost: Approximately Rs: 30,000/Legal Requirement: Indian Factory Act 1948.
2) Observation No: 5 Found grit blaster was doing blasting without any respiratory protection and suitable PPEs, and found that there is no suitable respiratory equipment available at site / store. Recommendations: It is recommended that Respiratory protection to be provided and it shall be worn. Reduce air born dust by wetting cleaning, safety helmet, overalls with hoods, gloves, hearing protection shall be worn. Cost: Approximately Rs: 25,000/Legal Requirement: Indian Factory Act 1948.
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Candidate report template
UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON Student number 00135935 Location: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai
Date of review 27/03/2012
Main findings of the inspection
3) Observation No: 12 Observed that pneumatic air compressor was using improperly. Homemade chain is fitted in hose connector instead of whip arrestor, hoses spread on floor and earthing / grounding not provided. Recommendations: It is recommended that Wipe arrestor to be fitted on hose connector. Check the hoses and connections and ensure they are in good condition. Lay the hoses properly so that they do not pose a tripping hazard and Proper earting / grounding to be provided to electric shock by static electricity.
Cost: Approximately Rs: 15,000 Legal Requirement: Indian Factory Act 1948.
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Candidate report template
UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON Student number 00135935 Location: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai
Date of review 27/03/2012
Main findings of the inspection
4) Observation No: 14 Observed that worker working on sub standard / in-complete scaffolding at the site, there is a chance of collapse and probability of fall of materials as well as workers. No toe boards and guardrails are provided and some place planks are missing. Recommendations: It is recommended that Scaffolding shall be erected by skilled persons with use of standard materials. Erect the scaffold properly (Ensure the ground is level and firm, Use base plates and sole plates, Means of access and egress should be only through ladders, Make sure there is no gap between the planks, Provide toe board, Guard rails and mid rails should be in place and Scafftag to be in used.), A trained scaffold supervisor should supervise the job and inspect and certify before use, provide netting for safeguarding others from falling debris, full body harness should be worn and house keeping to be maintained . Cost: Approximately Rs: 3, 50,000 Legal Requirement: Indian Factory Act 1948.
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Candidate report template
UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON Student number 00135935 Location: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai
Date of review 27/03/2012
Main findings of the inspection
5) Observation No: 20 Found that compressed gas cylinders stored improperly. Acetylenes and Oxygen empty & full cylinders kept together and some cylinders are lying on the ground at cylinder storage area. Recommendations: It is recommended that proper storage shade to be made, compressed gas cylinders to be handled and stored safely (Thy oxygen and acetylene cylinders must be separated should maintain a distance of 20 feet away from each other in the storage area, empty and full cylinder of both oxygen and acetylene must be separated, valves of the cylinder must be protected with caps, transportation of the cylinder must be done either in trolley or by vehicle (Manual handling is strictly banned), All compressed gas cylinder must be in upright position in a trolley & they should be chained properly) Cost: Approximately Rs: 50,000/Legal Requirement: Indian Factory Act 1948.
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UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON Student number 00135935 Location: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai
Date of review 27 /03 /2012
Conclusions I sincerely thank management for giving a nice opportunity to inspect an ongoing site. It is highly appreciated by the workforce when enquired about the well being and also congratulates and appreciates management for taking step forward towards positive safety culture. I observed various range of hazards from low risks to high risks and given necessary input to management, I am also happy to notice few good practices followed in the work site and I sincerely appreciate management for their effort. It is advised that the recommendations included in this report are implemented in order to improve health & safety and aid legal compliance. All improvements should be monitored and reviewed to establish effectiveness. There are financial costs involved to implement these health + safety improvements within this department which are detailed in this report. Long term financial costs can be built into future departmental budgets Although as previously mentioned in this report there are a number of health and safety issues that cause concern, overall the site is generally well run and with very little cost it would be able to become an excellent example of health and safety practice which could be shared throughout. To ensure that staff and users feel that health and safety is priority within the site I would recommend a general programme of inspections and awareness initiatives by management, this will help to demonstrate a positive health and safety culture. This is especially important with young person’s working in the area.
INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE (2011 specification)
UNIT IGC3 – THE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICAITON
Student number: 00135935 Location: Dodsal Const. Co. 20” Water project, New Mumbai
Date of review: 27/03/2012
Recommendations: Recommendation
3) Providing dividers and hard barriers the area with adequate caution boards.
5) Providing respiratory protection and appropriate PPEs to the blasters
12) Providing wipe arrestor and earthling / grounding for the pneumatic air compressor.
14) Providing standard scaffolding materials, safety nets and full body harness. Conducting safe scaffolding erection training to the work force.
Likely resource implications
Priority
Review date
Rs. 30,000/-
High
30/03/2012
Rs. 25,000/-
Medium
30/03/2012
Rs. 15,000/-
High
30/03/2012
Rs. 3,50,000/-
High
30/03/2012
20) Providing proper compressed gas storage yard / area. Making trolley and cage for transporting the cylinders.
Rs. 50,000/-
High
30/03/2012