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TABLE OF CONTENTS
(A) About Us
Company Profile __________________________________________________
Corporate Mission Statement ________________________________________
Corporate Objectives _______________________________________________
Guiding Principles & Objectives ______________________________________
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(B) Health & Safety
Policy Statement __________________________________________________ 5
Haltech Testing Inc. Guiding Principles _______________________________ 6
Petroleum Industry Guiding Principles ________________________________ 7
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Introduction _____________________________________________________ 9
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Introduction to Health, Safety & Environmental Program ____________ 9
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Due Diligence Statement ______________________________________ 9
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To Do A Hazard Assessment __________________________________ 10
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Three Keys to Safety ________________________________________ 10
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Responsibility for Safety and Health ________________________________
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Senior Management _________________________________________
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Supervisor _________________________________________________
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Employees ________________________________________________
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Contractors ________________________________________________
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Visitors ___________________________________________________
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Inspection Policy ________________________________________________
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Purpose ___________________________________________________
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Policy ____________________________________________________
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Responsibility ______________________________________________
List of Schedules & Forms _________________________________________
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Hazard Identification and Control _________________________________
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Trucking Hazard Identification, Assessment & Control _____________
4.1.1 Hazardous Goods Identification __________________________
4.1.2 Hazardous Goods Assessment ___________________________
. . . storage __________________________________________
. . . H2S _____________________________________________
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4.1.3 Hazardous Goods Control _______________________________
4.1.4 Road Hazard Assessment & Control_______________________
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Shop Hazard Identification, Assessment & Control ________________
Hazard Identification and Control - Continued
4.2.1 Machinery, Tools & Equipment __________________________
4.2.2 Safety Equipment _____________________________________
4.2.3 Handling of Chemicals & Airborne Contaminants ____________
4.2.4 Cranes and Overhead Work _____________________________
4.2.5 Welding Gases & Guns _________________________________
4.2.6 Storage ______________________________________________
4.2.7 Entry / Exits __________________________________________
4.2.8 Injury or Sickness _____________________________________
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Procedures for Working On Tanks In Shop _______________________
4.3.1 Introduction __________________________________________
4.3.2 Procedures ___________________________________________
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Worksite Hazard Assessment & Control _________________________
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Safety Rules _______________________________________________
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Standard Work Procedures ____________________________________
5.2.1 Pre-Trip Service and Safety Inspection_____________________
5.2.2 Placards of Vehicle ____________________________________
5.2.3 En Route Inspection and Safety Check _____________________
5.2.4 Air Brakes ___________________________________________
5.2.5 Driving as a Professional________________________________
5.2.6 Employee/Contractor Training & Orientation _______________
5.2.7 Equipment ___________________________________________
5.2.8 Equipment, Tools and Materials __________________________
5.2.9 Excess Head and Facial Hair _____________________________
5.2.10 Firearms _____________________________________________
5.2.11 Heating _____________________________________________
5.2.12 Housekeeping/Right-Of-Way/Behavior ____________________
5.2.13 Alcohol & Drugs ______________________________________
5.2.14 Ladders _____________________________________________
5.2.15 Lifting ______________________________________________
5.2.16 Maintenance & Lockout Program _________________________
5.2.17 Permits and Completion of Documents ____________________
5.2.18 Personnel Safety ______________________________________
5.2.19 Public Relations & Highway Courtesy _____________________
5.2.20 Right to Refuse Unsafe Work ____________________________
5.2.21 Safety Belts and Lifelines _______________________________
5.2.22 Scaffolds and Platforms ________________________________
5.2.23 Smoking ____________________________________________
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5.2.24 Tire Chains __________________________________________
Safety Rules and Work Procedures - Continued
5.2.25 Towing _____________________________________________
5.2.26 Welding _____________________________________________
5.2.37 WHMIS _____________________________________________
5.2.28 Worksite Ergonomics __________________________________
5.2.29 Modified Work _______________________________________
5.2.30 Working in Extreme Conditions __________________________
5.2.31 Fatigue Management ___________________________________
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Personal Protective Equipment ________________________________
5.3.1 Head Wear ___________________________________________
5.3.2 Clothing & Body Protection _____________________________
5.3.3 Foot Wear ___________________________________________
5.3.4 Eye Protection ________________________________________
5.3.5 Hearing Protection_____________________________________
5.3.6 Personal Monitors & Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus _____
5.3.7 Special Health Considerations ___________________________
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Enforcement _______________________________________________ 46
5.4.1 Description of Driving Offences __________________________ 46
5.4.2 Description of Speeding Offences ________________________ 47
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Code of Practice: P.P.E. Program _____________________________ 48
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Legislative Compliance ___________________________________________
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Employee Responsibility _____________________________________
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Housekeeping ______________________________________________
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Working Around Moving Parts ________________________________
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Eye Protection _____________________________________________
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Respiratory Protection _______________________________________
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Working At Heights Above Ground ____________________________
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Confined Spaces ____________________________________________
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Working Alone _____________________________________________
6.9 Hazardous Waste ___________________________________________
6.10 Workplace Violence & Harassment _____________________________
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Training ______ ________________________________________________
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Employee and Contractor Training _____________________________
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Employee and Contractor Orientation ___________________________
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Driver Violations ___________________________________________
List of Schedules & Forms _________________________________________
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Communications ________________________________________________
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Communications System _____________________________________
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Safety Meetings ____________________________________________
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Project Safety Meetings ______________________________________
List of Schedules & Forms _________________________________________
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Accident/Incident Reporting ______________________________________
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Incident and Accident Reporting _______________________________
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Incident and Accident Investigation & Follow-Up
9.2.1 Purpose _____________________________________________
9.2.2 Policy _______________________________________________
9.2.3 Responsibilities _______________________________________
List of Schedules & Forms _________________________________________
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Environmental Policy ____________________________________________ 69
(C) Emergency Response Plan
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS _________________ pgs 75 & 76
1. Emergency Response Plan Goal _____________________
2. Training ______________________________________
3. Potential Emergencies_____________________________
4. Action ________________________________________
5. Emergency Response Plan – Spills __________________
6. Emergency Response Plan – Fires ___________________
7. Emergency Response Plan – H2S ___________________
8. Emergency Response Plan – Natural Disasters _________
Emergency 1st Aid
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Procedures
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High Risk
1. Confined Space – Entry
2. Confined Space – Leave
3. Confined Space – Prepare to Enter
4. Handling Rodents or droppings
5. Install Blinds and Blanks
6. Labeling Hazardous Products
7. Operation of Dreager Pump / Tube
8. Operating around Power lines
9. Operation of SCBA/SABA
10. P-Tank Purge
11. Pressure Problems: Troubleshooting
12. Tubular Hydrate Identification and Removal
Medium Risk
1. Blow-down Float & Alarm Columns
2. Building Entry
3. Burner Lighting
4. Check Zero on Dry Flow Meter
5. Climbing Fixed Ladder on Tanks
6. Emergency First Aid and Situations
7. Flowing Oil Well: Troubleshoot
8. Fuel Gas / Utility Gas Systems: Operate
9. Gas Well: Trouble Shoot
10. Gauge Tanks Safely
11. Igniting Flare Tip
12. Lubricate Gear Mechanism on a Sr. Daniels Orfice Charger
13. Maintain Dry Flow Meter
14. Operating Daniels Junior Orfice Charger
15. Operation of Gastec Pump / Tube
16. P-Tank and Flare Stack Initial Setup
17. Putting Flow Oil Well on Stream
18. Shipping Procedures
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19. Texstream Injection Chemical Pump
20. Tool Care and Handling
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21. Use of Portable Extension Ladders
22. Use of Step Ladders
23. Vent / Flair System: Troubleshoot
24. Wells Take Pressure Survey
25. Working in a Hot Environment
26. Working in Cold Weather
Low Risk
1. Above Ground Storage Tank Inspection
2. Above & Below Ground Storage Tank Inspection Checklist
3. Battery Jump Start & Boost
4. Bump Testing & Calibration: Using BW Microdock II
5. Catalytic Heaters: Operate
6. Centrifuge Test for Oil BS&W cut
7. Change Dry Flow Meter Charts
8. Changing a Flat Tire
9. Cheater Cord Procedures
10. Dry Flow Meters: Troubleshooting
11. Electric Heat Trace – Operate
12. Flowing Oil Well: Perform Routine Check
13. Fuel Gas System Check
14. Fuel Gas System - Troubleshoot
15. Housekeeping
16. Inspect and Clean SCBA/SABA
17. Installation of Bolted and Threaded Connections
18. Maintaining Instrument Air Compressor
19. Performing Monthly Fire Extinguisher Check
20. Lockout Energy Sources
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Haltech Testing Inc.
www.haltechtesting.com
780 – 864 – 0153
COMPANY PROFILE
 Haltech Testing Inc. takes pride in supplying a wide variety of reliable,
quality oil and gas well production testing equipment and personnel.
 Haltech Testing Inc. is owned and operated by Hal Keith and Lon Urness.
 The main office is located in Bay Tree, Alberta.
 The primary function is to provide exceptional well testing personnel
that are trained in new well completions, frac recovery, clean-up tests,
and inline production testing and sound equipment to get the job done
efficiently and safely.
 Haltech Testing Inc. was formed in 2003 as the result of increased
demand for oilfield services in the area.
 Haltech Testing Inc. currently operates five well testing units.
(includes p-tank, flare stack and office trailer)
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CORPORATE MISSION STATEMENT
To provide superior service, in a
safe and cost effective manner, with
sound
equipment
personnel,
and
while
Environmental
exceptional
complying
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with
Industry
Standards.
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Hal Keith
President, Haltech Testing Inc.
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Lon Urness
Sec/Treas, Haltech Testing Inc.
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Corporate Objectives
1. Provide a safe and efficient work
environment.
2. Promote job security.
3. Set goals to stimulate personal and company
growth.
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Guiding Principles to Achieve Our Objectives
1. Empower individuals to take ownership of
ideas that improve the company’s operating
policies and procedures.
2. Maintain constructive relationships
between employees, peers and managers.
3. Lead by example.
4. Reinforce positive attitudes.
5. Focus on the situation or behavior, and not
on the individual.
6. Meet with customers on a regular basis to
ensure quality control.
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H E A L T H
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S A F E T Y
P O L I C Y
S T A T E M E N T
HALTECH TESTING INC., at all staff levels, is committed to employing responsible management
practices that will result in protecting the health and safety of employees, customers, contractors and
the public.
To achieve this goal, HALTECH TESTING INC. will:
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Comply with or exceed applicable government regulations and industry standards for
health, safety and environmental protection.
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Develop and train supervisors to ensure compliance with approved safe operating
practices as they are responsible for enforcing the company health and safety program.
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Supervisors are responsible for enforcing the company health and safety program.
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Educate, train and motivate employees to conduct their activities in a safe and
environmentally responsible manner.
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Minimize the consequences of emergency events by ensuring prompt and effective
response.
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Require that all employees and contractors perform their duties in accordance with
company standards.
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Develop, implement and maintain emergency response plans appropriate for our
operations.
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Maintain regular health and safety monitoring and reporting practices.
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Provide on an on-going basis, sufficient resources to ensure that employees are fully
informed of health, safety and environmental requirements.
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Be sensitive and responsive to public concerns regarding our business activities.
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Hal Keith
President
Date
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Lon Urness
Sec/Treasurer
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HALTECH TESTING INC. GUIDING PRINCIPLES
HALTECH TESTING INC.s’ management believes that a healthy and safe work environment for all
employees and contractors is vitally important to the successful operation of our business.
Employees and management must jointly make reasonable efforts to provide such a work
environment.
WE BELIEVE THAT:
Known operational risks must be avoided or controlled to prevent injuries, work related illnesses,
fires, property damage and other losses as an integral part of our business.
Management and employees are jointly responsible and held accountable for ensuring, creating and
maintaining a safe workplace, establishing and following health and safety programs, furnishing and
using proper equipment, furnishing and using procedures and training.
Employees and contractors are responsible for complying with all applicable health and safety and
environmental laws and regulations and with company rules and procedures as a condition of
employment. It is expected that employees and contractors will work safely and show equal concern
for health and safety of their co-workers and that all incidents will be reported and investigated.
Excellence in health and safety performance is achieved through the support and active participation
of all employees.
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PETROLEUM INDUSTRY GUIDING PRINCIPLES
FOR WORKER SAFETY
We, the members of the petroleum industry have a responsibility to protect all workers engaged in
its activities from personal injury and health hazards.
Responsibility
The prime contractor, is responsible for coordination and general supervision of all activities at the
work site, including activities carried out by contractors, sub-contractors, service companies and
suppliers. While all parties have a responsibility to promote safety, the prime contractor must
recognize its’ leadership role in promoting worker health and safety on the basis that is has the
greatest power to influence work site situations. It is the responsibility of workers and employers to
refuse to perform unsafe work practices.
Priority
Activities will be conducted on the basis that safety of all personnel is of vital importance, whether
those personnel are employed by an operating company, a contractor, a sub-contractor, a service
company, or a supplier.
Recognition
The process of selecting contractors, sub-contractors, service companies and suppliers, and the
administration of contracts, will include recognition and support of good safety performance.
Support and recognition based on good safety performance will also be provided by all employers to
their employees.
Improvement
The operating company, in cooperation with service companies within the industry will promote
methods and practices that have potential for improving safety performance.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This Safety Handbook for Employees and Contractors outlines minimum safety and health
expectations for employees, contractors and consultants while present at the owner’s work sites or
engaged in any activity on behalf of the owners.
Its contents are supplement to the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations,
other applicable laws and regulations and various industry codes and documents. Standards
applicable to the work being performed will be required for all contracted work or for Haltech
Testing Inc.’s service orders, including those for supply and installation of materials.
In the event of a conflict between the language of a contract and the guidelines, the applicable
potions of the CAPP Petroleum Industry Contractor Safety Checklist shall take precedence.
1.1 DUE DILIGENCE STATEMENT
DEFINITIONS
‘dangerous occurrence’ . . . . . also considered as a near-miss incident
‘driver’ . . . . . . may include operators
‘employee’ . . . . . may include contractors
‘tailgate safety meeting’ . . . . . . considered the same as a ‘worksite hazard assessment’
‘vehicle’ . . . . . .may include trailer units and/or equipment; and
‘worksite hazard assessment’. . . . . . considered the same as a ‘tailgate safety meeting’
HAZARD: Any circumstances or conditions, which poses the risk of an incident.
INCIDENT:
Any unplanned and unwanted event, which results in damage or injury, or
which could have resulted in damage or injury.
HAZARD ASSESSMENT: See Section 4.0 of Haltech Testing Inc.’s HSE Program
INSPECTION: See Section 3.0 of Haltech Testing Inc.’s HSE Program
A HAZARD ASSESSMENT, also called a job safety analysis (JSA), is a careful analysis of the
potential hazards associated with a particular task and/or an entire job-site.
Every new job or change at a job calls for hazard assessment and controls put in place by evaluating the degree of risk
and exposure. Tools to assess include
 Inspection and/or testing.
 Observation by trained individuals.
 Investigations of incidents and near misses.
 Interviewing workers and reviewing records.
Analyze the risk by determining:
 Consequences – outcome of an incident
 Exposure – interaction with hazard
 Probability – likelihood that consequences will occur once individual is exposed
Controlling the hazard to prevent harm to workers:
 At the source (Engineered)
 Between the source and the worker (administrative) and/or
 At the worker (PPE)
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1.2 TO DO A HAZARD ASSESSMENT:
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The supervisor begins by analyzing the risks arising out of the work activities or
circumstances and implement safe work procedures if the activities or circumstances create a
hazard. The procedures implemented must state the number of workers involved, the steps to
be followed and the safety equipment required on the Hazard Assessment Form.
Look carefully at how the equipment is designed (for example, will there be special problems
in very hot or extreme cold weather, or for operators who are especially short or tall)?
Carefully observe someone doing their job as they normally would. List each of the basic
steps involved in the task. List what might go wrong causing injury or property damage at
each step. Think about as many aspects of the job as possible, mechanics, electricity,
temperatures, pressures, leaks, explosives, noise, direction of movement, impacts, pinch
points, stability of equipment and so on.
For each potential problem, write down what should be done to prevent a problem from
occurring or to minimize the damage if the problem does occur. Indicate what should be
done, things to look for, positions to take and movement to make, and so on, as well as
equipment maintenance and repair, and of housekeeping in the area. Give special
instructions, listing what to do and how to do it, rather than general statements like, “use
caution”.
** Check the lists with someone who has done the task many times, to be sure that all steps are
included and all potential hazards identified.
1.3 KEYS TO SAFETY
1. Recognize the Hazard: This means having the necessary knowledge and training to be able
to identify physical hazards and hazardous situations.
2. Know the Defense: This means having the necessary knowledge and training to correctly
defend yourself from the hazard.
You are attempting to:
 1st Eliminate the potential hazard, if unable to do so then,
 2nd Control the potential hazard by:
 1st choice = Engineering controls (valve l, tank certification, gauges, etc)
 2nd choice = Administrative controls (inspections, documentation, etc.)
 3rd choice = PPE
Sometimes a combination of the three is best if there is a greater level of worker safety.
3. Act in Time: This means acting in a time frame and in manner that protects yourself and
others from danger.
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2.0 RESPONSIBILITY FOR SAFETY AND HEALTH
2.1 Senior Management
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Ensure proper equipment is provided to do the job and laid out safely for its use, including first aid
services, first aid equipment, and supplies.
To develop and establish safe operating procedures and communicate these to employees.
Procedures will be available.
To develop supervisors competent in each of the areas of responsibility and training programs to
ensure compliance with approved safe operating practices.
Will ensure appropriate training for employees.
Eliminate injuries by providing encouragement and support to the staff.
Ensure workers report every incident and accident.
The employer and/or prime contractor will post signs indicating the location of first aid service,
equipment and supplies or, if posting of signs is not practicable, ensure that each worker knows
the location of first aid services, equipment, supplies and procedures.
Review all accidents in order to develop means of eliminating them in the future and communicate
these to all employees affected.
Review HSE and ERP annually.
Conduct monthly safety meetings or as required and record meeting minutes.
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Supervisors appointed for supervision of well testing operations are competent in each area that is
within the supervisor's area of responsibility and are responsible to maintain a safe work site
including ensuring required first aid services, equipment and supplies, first aid attendants and
services and that the services are adequate and appropriate.
Supervisors will be trained in the safe handling, use, and storage of hazardous substances;
detecting and controlling worker exposure to H2s; emergency response including well control and
blowout prevention; as well as the safe operation of work site facilities.
Supervisors are responsible to ensure that workers are trained in safe work practices and the health
and safety program.
Supervisors are responsible for training workers in safe work practices and procedures and the
actions and duties of the worker under his supervision.
Supervisors are responsible for informing employers and workers of the hazards and ensuring that
the hazards are addressed throughout the duration of the work activities.
Ensuring all regulations and safety policies are implemented, administered and enforced.
Reporting and investigating all incidents, accidents, spill, near misses or hazardous conditions.
Ensuring all new personnel are aware of the regulations, training requirements, site operating
procedures and emergency procedures.
Ensuring that all equipment (including PPE) is working properly, inspected, maintained and is
capable of performing the task safely as well as the safe operation of facilities at location.
Ensure worksite ERP plan is communicated to all workers, an emergency communication system
in place; first aid services, equipment, supplies are on site and kept clean, dry, accessible and
ready for use as well as the required number of first aiders and/or SCBA’s per worker on site and
predetermined transportation services for injured or ill workers should it be required.
Ensuring that all personnel under their supervision keep their certificates of safety training up-todate.
Ensure that the traffic is controlled to protect workers and that workers are visible and/or
physically protected.
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Each employee must read and be familiar with the contents of this booklet, signing the ‘New
Personnel/Contractor Orientation Checklist’ to confirm such.
Each employee must abide by the regulations contained herein.
Each employee must follow company written and oral instructions to safely perform his/her job.
Each employee must make themselves aware of the location of first aid services, equipment and
supplies at each site.
Each employee must participate in the daily maintenance of the equipment they are operating.
Each employee must complete the ‘Daily Pre/Post Trip Inspection’ for Trucks/Units.
Each employee must maintain a ‘Daily Log Book’ for Trucks.
If the employee has any doubt regarding his/her job procedure or safety involved, he/she must
consult his/her supervisor before proceeding.
Each employee must report all unsafe working conditions, near-misses, incidents or safety issues
immediately to his/her supervisor.
Each employee must refuse to perform a task or assignment, if on reasonable and probable
grounds, they believe that there exists an imminent danger to the health and safety of themselves
or others.
Each employee must wear appropriate PPE.
Each employee must attend monthly safety meetings to discuss current safety issues.
2.4 Contractors
Prior to beginning work on a Haltech Testing Inc. site, a contractor must have a minimum:
 Adequate comprehensive general liability insurance per occurrence and aggregate, which includes
coverage for all non-owned automobile units as well as owned automobile used in the operation.
 Workers compensation accounts in good standing, for the jurisdictions in which the workers are
employed, including coverage for all subcontractors. The project manager of Haltech Testing
Inc.’s supervisor will normally request all contractors have a copy of evidence of WCB coverage
for the duration of the job prior to any contactor work commencing (certificate of account showing
that they have a current WCB number and/or a letter of clearance showing WCB coverage paid to
certain date). This insurance must be effective on the date of service order, intermittent services
agreement, or contract, and must continue in full force and effective until the services agreement,
or contact, and must continue in full forces and effective until the terms of the order or contract are
completed. Haltech Testing Inc. project manager should check with WCB to ensure that this
coverage is in effect, prior to any work taking place by a contractor.
 The subcontractor must supply a copy of the company’s Health and Safety Program (Or complete
Haltech Testing orientation, sign in agreement to understand and comply with Haltech Testing
Inc’s Health & Safety Program).
 The subcontractor must comply with all permits issued by Haltech Testing Inc.
 The subcontractor must participate in pre-job inspections, hazard assessments, orientations,
meetings and comply with all procedures laid out in this manual & Safe Practices.
 The subcontractor must be aware of and comply with the Occupational Health and Safety
Regulations as they apply to the job as post job safety performance will be reviewed.
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Visitors must immediately report to the site’s main office or control room for instructions.
While on location adhere to all Government Regulations and Company Policies & Rules.
Never walk about a location unescorted unless under the direction of the site supervisor or his
delegate.
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3.0
INSPECTION
3.1 Purpose
 To control losses of human and material resources by identifying and correcting unsafe acts
and conditions.
3.2 Policy
 This Company will maintain a comprehensive program of safety inspections at all facilities
and job sites.
3.3 Responsibilities
 Management is responsible for the overall operation of the program ensuring documentation.
Managers are to ensure:
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Monthly Premises inspections
Monitor supervisor/worker behavior, document quarterly
Methods and Safe Work Practices, document quarterly
Inspection, assessment and safety documentation
 Supervisors are responsible for directing formal inspections and involving the workers and
units on-the-job sites that they control. Supervisors are to ensure:
o To inform workers of the hazards created and ensuring that the hazards are addressed
throughout the duration of the work activities. The information required includes the
name of the qualified coordinator, a site drawing, which must be posted, showing
project layout, first aid location, emergency transportation provisions, and the
evacuation plan, and a set of work procedures designed to protect the health and
safety of workers at the workplace.
o Unit/Equipment inspection, recording inspections and maintenance
(to be made available to equipment operators and anyone involved with inspection
and maintenance).
o Monitor worker behavior.
o First aid kits are inspected monthly, kept clean, dry and clearly visible, with proper
signage.
o PPE is properly used and inspected.
o Inspection, assessment and safety documentation.
 Workers are responsible for participating in, and contributing to, the inspection
program.
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Schedules and Forms - Inspections
Personal Protective Equipment Schedule _____________________
Emergency Equipment Inspection Schedule __________________
Verification of work permits Form _________________________
Daily Vehicle Inspection Form ____________________________
Truck / Equip. Inspection Form / Drivers Log _________________
Hazard Identification, Assessment & Control Form_____________
Monthly Shop Inspection Form ____________________________
Quarterly Tool Inspection Form ____________________________
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4.0 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND CONTROL
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Hazard identification is everyone’s responsibility. Think Now!! “What can you do to assess
hazards daily?” There are several areas in which hazards present themselves on a daily basis.
An assessment is to be conducted of the circumstances of the workplace, including: the
number of workers who may require first aid at any time, the nature and extent of the risks
and hazards in the workplace, including whether or not the workplace as a whole creates a
low risk of injury, the types of injuries likely to occur, any barriers to first aid being
provided to an injured worker, and the time that may be required to obtain transportation and
to transport an injured worker to medical treatment. The assessment will be reviewed
annually or whenever a significant change affecting the assessment occurs. The hazard
assessment includes a site inspection, the number or workers, name of first aider, followed by
an assessment of the hazards, and instructions to eliminate, minimize or control the hazards.
Possible Hazards:
Transportation:
o Hauling Large loads Hazards
o Loading and Unloading Products
o Road Hazards
Shop & Maintenance:
o Machinery, Tools and Equipment
o Safety Equipment
o Handling of Chemicals
o Overhead Work / Underneath Work
o Welding Gases / Guns
o Butane Lighters
o Electrical Fire
o Lifting
o H2S
o Injury or Sickness
Work Site:
o H2S
o Hazardous gases/substances
o Pressure
o Tank Gauge Operation
o Cell phone
o Venting System
o Sour Facility Safe Guard
o Grounding / Bonding
o Evacuation or rescue
There are many more possible hazards, scrutinize your work site.
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4.1 TRUCKING HAZARD ASSESSMENTS & CONTROL
4.1.1 Hazardous Goods Identification
Haltech Testing Inc. handles many dangerous good products with the main products listed below in
their proper shipping name, with the Product Identification Number (PIN).
P-Tanks
Propane
Methanol
Class 3, UN. 2924
Class 3, UN. 1075 P.G.II
Class 3 UN 1230 P.G.II
4.1.2 Hazardous Goods Assessment
Due to the similarities of the products the following hazard assessments will apply to all the products
listed, unless otherwise identified. These products emit vapors that are both flammable and
poisonous. Therefore it is important to pay close attention to this information for your protection,
your fellow workers and the environment as well.
Fire or Explosion
 May be ignited by heat, sparks or flame.
 Many vapors are heavier than air.
 Most products are lighter than water.
 Vapors may form explosives when mixed with air.
 Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and flash back.
 Containing vessels may explode when heated.
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Some vapors are irritating or poisonous.
Methanol vapor or liquid inhalation or contact may cause severe injury or death.
Fire may produce irritating, poisonous and/or corrosive gases.
Run off may pollute waterways.
Remove to fresh air.
Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing.
Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult (if oxygen is available and you have the
proper training).
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
In case of contact with material, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at
least 15 minutes.
Keep victim warm and quiet.
Methanol contact or inhalation, effect may be delayed.
Get medical aid.
Ensure that attending medical staff is aware of identity of products involved.
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Storage
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Hazardous products must be properly stored in a designated area for a hazardous
substance and must be; designed and constructed to provide for the safe containment of
the contents; clearly identified by signs, placards or similar means; designed and
maintained to allow the safe movement of workers, equipment and material; provided
with adequate ventilation and lighting; in a location not normally occupied by workers;
must not be in a location such as a lunchroom, eating area, change room, clothing
storage locker or passenger compartment of a vehicle; in a manner which ensures that it
will not readily fall, become dislodged, suffer damage, or be exposed to conditions of
extreme temperature; and labeled according to WHMIS and add MSDS sheet to binder.
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Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
One of the more dangerous vapors emitted from petroleum or petroleum based products is
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S). H2S is a naturally occurring, colorless and odorless (at higher
concentrations) gas that can be highly toxic. In high enough concentrations, it can paralyze the
breathing control center in the brain and in the respiratory system with one breath. Workers may not
be exposed to H2S as a concentration exceeding 10ppm at any time without respiratory equipment.
If a work site may become immediately dangerous to life or health, follow H2S procedures to ensure
that a worker wears self contained breathing apparatus or an air line respirator. Respiratory
equipment must meet regulation standards as listed in PPE Code of Practice.
 Colorless gas.
 Smells like rotten eggs as between 1 ppm and approximately 100 ppm. Sense of smell is
deadened after this concentration.
 Heavier than air, will settle in low areas, excavations, confined spaces, etc.
 Will readily mix with liquids and then be released when liquids are disturbed.
 Will cause irritation of eyes and throat at approximately 200 ppm.
 Will cause respiratory distress and/or lose reasoning within 2 minutes at 500 ppm.
 Quickly unconscious, breathing stops at approximately 700 ppm.
 Will cause immediate respiratory arrest at 1000 ppm.
 Explosive when mixed with air.
 10 ppm – 8 hours without adverse effect.
 Above 10 ppm – breathing apparatus must be worn.
 As much as possible, avoid enclosed areas such as H2S process buildings, tanks, trenches
or any other place where H2S may settle. Treat these areas as potential confined spaces
when on a sour lease.
Anytime during work where it is suspected that H2S is present, breathing apparatus must be worn
and the “check in system” is to be used during the work.
H2S Rescue
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Whenever someone is overcome by H2S or this is suspected, DO NOT RUN INTO THE
AREA TO EFFECT A RESCUE.
Proceed in the opposite direction, call for help and back up, don breathing apparatus, and
then remove the casualty from the area.
Only after you and the casualty are free of the affected area can you remove the
breathing apparatus and apply artificial respiration. When the casualty exhales, avoid
breathing in the exhaled H2S. A casualty who is being revived from H2S poisoning is
often violent; be prepared for this.
WARNING: You cannot rely on your sense of smell to determine how much H2S is present. Be
safe and wear your breathing apparatus!
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4.1.3 Hazardous Goods Control
Due to the dangers surrounding the handling and transporting of the aforesaid hazardous goods
(4.1.1), Haltech Testing Inc. has implemented several steps to ensure the safety of their employees
and/or contractors who come in contact with these products. Haltech Testing Inc. feels that through
their orientation & training, safety rules, work regulations, regular safety meetings, personal
protective equipment, field supervisors, scheduled equipment and site inspections we are able to
minimize the occurrence of accidents/incidents.
It is imperative that the operator’s follow the safety rules and work regulations, as stated in Haltech
Testing Inc.’s Health, Safety & Environmental Program, to ensure control of the hazardous good
situation. The most important steps that need to be taken to attain these standards are:
1. You must ensure that all connections are made correctly.
2. Under no circumstances are you to leave the unit until completion or replacement staff has
arrived and is ready to take over.
3. Do not open any valves unless you are sure that all connections have been correctly made
and all safety precautions have been followed.
Please take note what products you may come in contact with. Therefore if you are to transport or
handle a product you are not familiar with, confirm the PIN, class, required placards and MSDS
before handling the product.
4.1.4 Road Hazard Assessments & Control
Every day that we share the road with other vehicles, there is the potential for an accident. We
cannot stress how important it is for the driver to be alert and aware of his/her surroundings as well
as other drivers actions at all times. Be aware of slow moving equipment, oversized loads and
wildlife on the roadway.
 Vehicles should be operated in a defensive manner and Use seat belts provided.
 Drivers should be alert and looking for future problems before they occur.
 Drivers should examine their vehicles daily before using them and shall not operate any
vehicle if any unsafe condition or mechanical defect is found. These conditions or defects
should be reported to their supervisor for correction.
 Clear all windows of dirt, dew, frost, ice or snow before driving. Operated with headlights
on.
 Do not leave tools or equipment loose in the passenger compartment of vehicles.
 Any vehicle having restricted rear view should be equipped with audible backup beepers or
alarms. When backing into tight spots or where there may be other traffic coming, use
another person as a guide.
 When parking a vehicle, ensure that the vehicle is set and parking brake is fully engaged.
 In winter, allow for extra stopping distances, especially on bridges or intersections.
 Drivers should try to be familiar with skid control procedures for the vehicle type.
 Emergency kits and extra warm clothing should be carried, especially in remote areas.
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4.2 SHOP HAZARD IDENTIFICATION, ASSESSMENT & CONTROL
4.2.1 Machinery, Tools and Equipment
Haltech Testing Inc. will ensure that tools and equipment are performing safely and used, and
operated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and safe work practices. If modifications
are made, they must be in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. If equipment is dismantled
and re-assembled, it must be checked by a qualified person and determined to be safe before
operation or use.
Piping systems, fittings and valves must be designed, constructed and maintained to safely withstand
the anticipated internal pressures and external loads, be restrained from undue horizontal, vertical or
swinging motion. Pipes must be restrained from uncontrolled movement.
All equipment and safeguards must be installed, operated and maintained in a condition to be able to
perform the function for which it is intended or was designed (in accordance with CSA Standard
Z432-4), without compromising the health and safety of a worker. A worker must not intentionally
remove, impair, or render ineffective any safeguard, except as permitted by OHS regulation.
A worker must remove any equipment from service using the lock-out tag-out system when its
condition or the condition of a safeguard is compromised or could affect the health and safety of a
worker.
Before using any machinery, tools or equipment, a worker must ensure there is no danger to other
workers.
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Fire hazard areas are clearly identified as well as the prohibited use of an open flame or
other source of ignition in the area.
Guards are placed over machines or to prevent entry for your protection. KEEP
THEM IN PLACE. A fixed guard must not be adjusted to be readily removable
without the use of tools.
Never use defective tools or tools with defective guards, turn them in and get new ones
or have them tagged and repaired.
Rotating parts, such as friction drives, shafts, couplings and collars, set screws and
bolts, keys and keyways, and projecting shaft ends, exposed to contact by workers must
be guarded.
Every employee, who is required to operate a cutting torch, must be checked out by the
foreman or supervisor. Do not attempt to operate a burning torch or do any work with it
unless instructions are fully understood. Do not use a match to light a torch, use a
friction lighter, stationary pilot flame or some suitable safe source of ignition.
Always use a jack stand or axle stand when working under equipment that is supported
by jacks or cranes.
Always install spring brake cages when working on spring brakes, or in that area.
Tire cage or another approved restraining device must be used when a person initially
inflates a tire mounted on a split-rim or locking ring wheel.
A person is required to use a protective screen or ensure the other workers are wearing
approved eye protection when he/she are to perform electric arc welding.
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4.2.2 Safety Equipment
The shop shall have the following equipment available:
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First aid kit, PPE, fire extinguisher, and all other safety equipment that meets
government regulations or better, kept properly supplied at regular intervals.
Personal (LEL) monitor.
Sufficient fire extinguishers, properly maintained.
Ladders with anti-skid pads.
Hook-on ladder when required for entering tanks through manhole.
Fresh air blower complete with hose to introduce fresh air into tanks, when maintenance
workers are required to enter a tank.
One or more fire blankets.
ropes and associated rescue equipment.
Maxi-pot cages (spring brake cages)
Jack stands.
Maintenance manuals and logs.
NOTE: The above is just some of the equipment that must be available, but is by no means the only
equipment. It is the responsibility of the foreman or supervisor and/or employees that everyone is
familiar with the safe handling and storage of that equipment.
Everyone must endeavor to keep this equipment in good condition, clean and report anything
missing or damaged immediately to your foreman or supervisor.
4.2.3 Handling of Chemicals or Airborne Contaminants
In our work, we at times handle chemicals. Please be sure that you know the hazards involved when
working with these chemicals and that you protect yourself and co-workers from harm.
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Some of the products you may have to work with are Methanol, glues, gaskets, kool
tool, WD40, electro motive, silica sand.
Be on guard at all times. It is your responsibility to use PPE and become acquainted
with the way it should be handled (MSDS) and follow the instructions to the letter. If
you are splashed with any chemicals, wash off with cold water immediately, and report
to First Aid as soon as possible.
The amount of a hazardous substance in a work area should not exceed the quantity
reasonably needed for work in progress.
All hazardous substance must be handled or stored in a container designed, constructed
and maintained in good condition to securely handle the substance.
Use proper precautions where flammable substances are present.
Should a worksite environment necessitate Respiratory Protective Equipment because
of exposure to airborne contaminants exceeding their occupational exposure limits or
the atmosphere has an oxygen concentration of less that 19.5% by volume, Haltech
Testing Inc. employees are to vacate this environment immediately unless the client has
provided all the safety equipment and qualified safety personnel onsite.
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4.2.4 Cranes and Overhead Work
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Every employee is warned to stand clear of crane loads.
Working with cranes or booms near overhead power lines shall proceed only after
making sure that no contact can occur.
Before using any ladder, inspect it. See that it has proper safety feet and is free from
cracks, broken rungs, and other defects. If necessary, to prevent slipping have someone
hold the bottom of the ladder securely. Where practical, tie the top of the ladder
securely.
4.2.5 Welding Gases & Guns
Welding gases should be treated with care. Cylinders containing gases cannot be thrown around as
they are under very high pressure. A valve breaking off a full bottle can create a rocket endangering
everyone.
The following compressed gases are commonly used in our shops:
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Oxygen – Oxygen supports and can greatly accelerate combustion. For this reason do
not store substances which are combustible (oil, grease, rags, etc.) near oxygen
cylinders, pipes or hoses. Do not smoke in an area where oxygen is stored. Oxygen, as
a liquid or cold gas, may cause freeze burns. Do not touch frosted pipes and/or valves.
Argon and Carbon Dioxide – Both of these gases can cause asphyxiation and death if
confined, poorly ventilated areas. Argon and carbon dioxide can also cause freeze
burns similar to oxygen. In liquid form these gases are extremely cold.
Acetylene – This gas is highly flammable and explosive. Treat this gas with proper
care. Even with copper, silver, and mercury, acetylene can at times become explosive.
Keep acetylene away from sources of ignition and do not permit any accumulation of
this gas.
Do not leave welding guns or cutting torches inside a tank whenever you leave for a
short coffee break or at lunch time. Make it a habit never to leave a gun or torch in a
tank or close to the manhole for any period that you are not inside. Argon, acetylene,
and other gases can kill by suffocation or explosion.
For the above reason all welders and fitters are advised to wear long sleeved shirts
preferably made of another material than cotton and certainly not white in color.
4.2.6 Storage
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Material and equipment must be placed, stacked or stored in a stable and secure manner.
Stacked material or containers must be stabilized as necessary by interlocking, strapping
or other effective means of restraint to protect the safety of workers.
An area in which material may be dropped, dumped or spilled must be guarded to
prevent inadvertent entry by workers, or protected by adequate covers and guarding.
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4.2.7 Entry / Exits
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There must be a safe way of entering and leaving a workplace and a worker must not
use another way if the other way is hazardous. Hazardous areas not intended to be
accessible must be secured by locked doors or equivalent means of security, and are not
to be entered without safe work procedures.
4.2.8 Injury or Sickness
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Do not try to remove foreign particles from the eye yourself.
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In the case of serious injury, do not move an injured person (except for safety reasons)
until medical aid arrives.
For the added safety of yourself and your fellow workers, acquaint yourself with the location of the
following items in your work area:
- first aid kit
- fire extinguishers
- fire blankets
- nearest water outlet
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4.3
PROCEDURES FOR WORKING ON TANKS IN SHOP
4.3.1 Introduction
Most of the equipment, which is serviced in our shops, has been transporting hazardous hydrocarbon
materials (explosive mixtures).
It is obvious; therefore, that all our employees should realize that they should follow good safety
procedures at all times and never attempt shortcuts.
First and foremost, we should at all times know what dangers we are facing since knowing them can
eliminate possibilities of injuries or worse.
Always follow all prescribed procedures and never attempt to take a shortcut.
Take the time to do a job safely. We just do not gamble with possible injury and/or death!
The three ingredients necessary to create an explosion or a fire:
1st … a combustible material (gasoline, natural gas, paper, wood, etc.)
2nd… oxygen (pure or in air)
3rd … ignition (fire, spark, heat)
Eliminating any one of these three will avoid a fire or explosion.
Since air is present all around us and our type of work (welding, chiseling, cutting, etc.) will
provide the ignition - Our best approach in almost all cases is to eliminate the combustible
material.
4.3.2 Procedures
Before you start any work, try to ascertain from the previous operator in what service the unit has
been. NOTE: Do not completely rely on this information as always being correct for the driver
may not have been aware of the last product present in that unit.
Put the information received on the Unit Maintenance Log so everybody working on the unit will be
aware of what to expect. Inspect the unit to see whether:
 Piping slopes in the proper downward direction.
 Equipment such as manifolds, reels, pumps, etc., where pockets of product can be
trapped.
 Valves are operative.
 Space between double bulkheads can be steamed.
 Patches are welded over top of cracks which can cause pockets.
 Pads are used without vent holes.
 Sand and/or rust are present in the bottom of a unit. (Crude tanks are particularly bad
for this and can create an extreme hazard if this is not removed before work
commences.)
 Any other hazardous conditions.
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It is extremely important that a competent experienced person inspects the unit and report his
findings.
Any conditions which can possibly affect our fellow worker on this unit should also be noted in the
Unit’s Maintenance Log.
If, in the shop, units are being serviced, which have serviced a sour crude well, be on guard for
hydrogen sulfide (H2S). (Refer to the H2S Alive Manual.)
Prior to any welding being done on the barrel of the unit inside the shop, the unit must be freed of
any combustible or explosive liquids or vapors.
Work of a hot nature means that sparks and/or heat will be generated. For instance testing the
sensors on a light petroleum unit could create a spark since a 24-volt current is used when testing.
Hammering to loosen a corroded nut could create heat and/or spark, etc. In short, when in doubt
whether a spark or heat could possibly occur, always take the safe route and remove the combustible
and/or explosive material.
In the Haltech Testing shop, in order to purge a unit from explosive liquids and/or vapors, the unit
should always be steamed prior to arriving back at the Haltech Testing yard and after this, if
necessary, be air purged.
Continuous air blowing while the work is being done is another method of keeping a unit safe while
you work on it. However, this has two disadvantages which make it not suitable as a standard
procedure in Haltech Testing Inc. shop.
 First of all, this method brings the gases out of the tank and into the building you are working
in and the possibility of it settling in pockets
 Second, it makes the use of an inert gas shielded welding gun inside the tank difficult.
Moreover, in Haltech Testing’s shop, the above methods are not always acceptable since we want to
utilize the safest possible method and there is always the possibility of a leak into a pad, resulting in
trapped liquid.
STEAM, simply because of its high temperature, will remove this liquid and the possibility of
gaseous vapors building up again.
Consequently, the only safe and proven method is always steaming and afterwards, if necessary,
air purging.
When a unit is steaming, be sure that as many vents and drains as possible are opened so that a good
flow of steam goes through the tank. It is particularly important to have a drain open at the lowest
possible point to avoid condensate build-up in the vessel. At this time all double bulkheads, lines,
etc., are also steamed and purged. In certain cases where steam or condensate would damage a
meter or other appendage the lines to this equipment should be disconnected as close as possible to
the equipment. The appendage itself can then be aerated or carefully blown with air.
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Be sure to check for any possible hang ups of product and/or vapor.
There is no set time for steaming. The type and condition of the unit as well as climatic conditions
vary too greatly for a definite time. However, it should be understood that it is better to steam
somewhat longer than what you initially thought necessary.
A clean bore stainless steel or aluminum tank will be gas free much faster than an old corroded
multi-compartment steel tank.
After a unit has been completely purged of all liquids and vapors, the unit should be allowed to cool
down by letting it sit for a time and/or by blowing it with air.
After this, a test should be taken with an explosion meter. The meter must have a zero (0) reading
when the unit is tested.
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Care should be taken to test all possible areas where vapors or liquids could be trapped.
Apart from the compartments, areas between the double bulkheads, manifolds,
pipelines, meters, inside the tunnel, legs, etc. should also be tested.
If these tests show the unit is safe to work on, it can be brought into the shop.
Before a worker proceeds to work on the unit, it is his responsibility to again test the unit in order
to satisfy himself that the unit is completely safe.
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If the unit is a truck, great care should be taken that the fuel tank of the truck is properly
protected against sparks either caused by a welding current and/or from cutting and
welding. The battery of the truck or a trailer mounted engine should be disconnected at
both terminals to avoid possible damage to the unit’s electrical system during welding.
Batteries should be covered by a rag to avoid dropping sparks and exploding the
hydrogen gas in the batteries.
If work has to be done inside a tank unit, two (2) men (buddy system) will be assigned
of which one should remain outside the unit watching the other work and be ready for
assistance if this is required. When for some reason the worker inside the tank becomes
incoherent or unconscious, the person outside should immediately drop a hose blowing
air inside the tank and at the same time call for help. Assistance must arrive before
entering the tank himself.
A fire extinguisher should be handy and the person on watch should have immediate
use of this device when so required.
When working inside a tank, ensure that a tank ladder is used so that access and egress
is facilitated.
Suction and/or blowing fans should be used when working inside tank on a repair job.
If a unit requires a lot of work and consequently will remain in the shop for an extended period, the
unit should be regularly tested whether vapor may have built up again.
 Of course, a unit which was completely cut open over its full length will most likely
remain safe, but when a multi-compartment unit where only one compartment is
worked on, the possibility of vapors building up in the other compartments is possible,
particularly in a heavily corroded tank.
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After a unit is repaired be sure that the inside of the unit is cleaned out and suitable for the product it
is going to be used for. Give it that last check.
In cold weather frequently a small amount of alcohol (methyl hydrate) is used to prevent valves, etc.
from freezing. No hot work should be done after this procedure.
In all cases:
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WARN YOUR FELLOW WORKER IN CASE HE DOES NOT APPROACH HIS JOB
BE EXTRA CAUTIOUS.
CORRECTLY.
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MAKE SUGGESTIONS IN CASE YOU HAVE A PRACTICAL IDEA AS TO HOW
SAFETY CAN BE IMPROVED.
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4.4
WORK SITE HAZARD ASSESSMENT & CONTROL
The work sites ‘Haltech Testing Inc.’ employees must enter to perform their job have several
potential hazards. These sites are not maintained by Haltech Testing Inc. but by the Oil Companies
themselves. Thus, it is imperative that the Safety Rules and Work Procedures posted at each
location and as stated in Haltech Testing Inc.’s Health, Safety & Environmental Program be
followed stringently by the employee for their personal safety.
The Worksite Hazard Assessment form is to be completed by the supervisor along with other
employees upon arrival at the site and again for each change in conditions, surroundings or workers.
The forms are kept on file at the office for three years.
In addition, the following steps need to be taken to ensure the highest level of safety:
1. For off-site locations, fire hazard areas as well as other hazards will be identified and
communicated to employees prior to commencing work activities.
2. If working alone, consider the additional hazards and make contact with your supervisor
before entering the site and arrange a check-in schedule.
3. Ensure all proper PPE is onboard including SCBA prior to entering any work site, then
determine the wind direction and position the unit accordingly. Assume H2S danger is
present at any facility.
4. Check the H2S monitor for gas presence. If the H2S monitor exceeds 10ppm, put on
SCBA immediately and notify your superior of conditions.
5. When hooked up, you must ensure that all connections are correctly made (i.e.: drop hose
and grounding/bonding device, etc).
6. Under no circumstances are you to leave the unit until safe to do so.
7. Do not open any valves unless you are sure that all connections have been correctly made
and all safety precautions have been followed.
8. Before leaving, perform a walk-around check of your unit before pulling away, to ensure that
all valves are closed and all is ready for transport.
Haltech Testing Inc.’s field supervisors are required to complete routine work site inspections to
ensure the safety of their employees. Any deficiencies that cannot be rectified will be relayed to the
manager. Management will proceed with corrective action.
HAZARD ASSESSMENT TOOL
We use the Riskex Risk Score Calculator available on Haltech Testing PC’s.
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5.0 SAFETY RULES AND WORK PROCEDURES
5.1 Safety Rules -When driving onto a lease, take note of the wind direction (wind flag).
1. Drivers operating a tractor and trailer unit shall have a valid Class 1 License.
2. Before commencing work, ALL past experience of work including an abstract of licenses or
driving record and required safety tickets must be presented to the employer.
3. No riders. Only company employees or contractors on company business are allowed to ride
in company vehicles.
4. Anyone with a loss of 6 points or more on their driving record must take a “Defensive Driving
Course” prior to commencing work. Failure to do so will result in employment refusal or
dismissal.
5. Report all accidents/incidents, no matter how small or trivial they may seem.
6. Smoking or open flame is prohibited except in designated areas.
7. Intoxicating liquor or drugs and persons under their influence are strictly forbidden while on
the job or on client location or Haltech Testing’s facility.
8. Do not show up for work still under the influence of alcohol from the night before.
9. Always use headlights and clearance lights when driving.
10.All company vehicles will be driven at or below the posted speed limits. For example: if the
posted speed is 100 kms/hr, drive 90 kms/hr. All gravel roads maximum is 70 kms/hr.
11.Always respect all contractor and client road signs (speed limits, regulatory signs)
12.Tire wear and inflation pressure will be checked regularly as well as oil and radiator levels.
Employees are not permitted to perform tire disassembly or reassembly as tire services must
be performed by a professional.
13.Check vehicles daily by walking around vehicle to give an eye inspection and record it. Unit
is to be grounded with a cable before commencement of inspection.
14. As part of preventative maintenance on Haltech Testing Inc.’s units, drivers will report all
necessary repairs to the supervisor and record it in the “Unit Repair & Maintenance Log”.
Operators have the responsibility of ensuring that the “Unit Repair & Maintenance Log” is
checked before leaving the yard with any unit to be familiar with the unit they will be
operating.
15. Operators must not work under vehicles with PTO engaged and without clocking tank vents.
16. Vehicles must be kept clean inside and outside. Ensure nothing obstructs the safe operation
of equipment.
17. Employees shall ensure that company vehicles contain safety flares, first aid kit, a fire
extinguisher and a flashlight (and seasonal emergency kit).
18. Employees shall ensure that all company vehicles and trailers have fully operating clearance,
parking and signal lights, and are repaired as necessary.
19. Misuse of company property or equipment will bring automatic dismissal.
20. Supervisors will hold a tailgate (hazard assessment) meeting before starting work to inform
employees of any safety hazards and the control or elimination of the hazard, record site
personnel and first aiders, and to ensure general compliance with safe work procedures.
21. Never ride on a load that is in the process of being winched. Never be on top of an unsecured
load, between the load and the pipe racks or tubs, or in any other area made hazardous by
potential pipe/load movement. Pipes must be loaded on or unloaded from a truck one layer at
a time.
22. Never walk under a suspended load.
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23. All trucks must be properly grounded when necessary.
24. Never leave your vehicle unattended while hooking up (unhooking) or loading (unloading) at
any site.
25. If a leak occurs, isolate as fast as possible and notify your supervisor or the appropriate site
authority.
26. Understand your responsibility and duties including Emergency Response Plan.
27. Use safe fueling procedures.
28. Always put on tire chains while parked on a level area BEFORE driving into a slippery or
muddy area. Chain up on both drive axles.
29. When following a truck that has a large or heavy load, wait until that vehicle has reached the
top of the hill before proceeding up the same hill.
30. Never stand between a vehicle and the loading or docking area.
31. Always wear weather appropriate clothing, close fitting clothing and confined or short cut
head and facial hair. Avoid wearing piercings, dangling neckwear, jewelry, or other similar
items.
32. Drivers must at all times be aware of other workers around them when backing up, loading or
unloading.
33. ALWAYS drive defensively. Be aware of careless actions of others.
34. Experienced employees share the responsibility for instructing new employees in matter of
conduct and working safely. Improper activity or behavior will be reported and investigated.
35. Conduct which may be termed “practical joking”, “scuffling” or “horseplay” is forbidden
because of the risk of serious injury. No activity that could result in a hazard to yourself or to
any other person.
36. PPE to be worn in all designated areas.
37. Regular monitoring and/or hot work permits are required to control ignition sources.
38. All lights are to be clean before leaving the yard as needed.
39. All highway traffic regulations are to be strictly followed.
40. Decks on trucks and trailers are to be kept clean at all times.
41. Place stands or blocking under equipment before work commences.
42. Use the lock-out system on trucks, trailers, equipment or tools before any servicing or repairs
take place.
43. Compressed air or steam must not be used for blowing dust, chips, or other substances from
equipment, materials and structures if any person could be exposed to the jet, or to the
material it expels or propels.
44. Obey all Haltech Testing Inc. and customer safety policies.
45. Haltech Testing Inc. employees are never involved in pipeline pigging.
46. WORK SAFELY.
EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE POLICY: SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL DEPENDENT UPON
SEVERITY OF INFRACTION.
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5.2 STANDARD WORK PROCEDURES
5.2.1 Pre-Trip Service and Safety Inspection
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4.
5.
Check oil, coolant and belt tension
Start motor and allow engine to properly warm up.
Check all instrument panel gauges.
Hook up airlines before backing under trailer where applicable.
Check 5th wheel/hitches on all equipment, including converters, making sure it
is properly locked and that all spindle locks operate properly where applicable.
6. Check air system and all brakes for adjustment.
7. Turn on and check lights including signal light – lenses should be clean and
without damage.
8. Ensure that there is adequate air pressure in all tires and physically inspect the
wheels, wheel nuts, and oil seals.
9. Note any damage to equipment on appropriate reports and report to your supervisor
and report in the Maintenance Log.
10. Check your safety equipment. It is your responsibility to ensure that the
equipment your unit carries operates properly.
11. Check that all licenses, registration, certification and permits are in your unit.
12. Conduct a thorough visual check of the complete unit. “Walk Around Check”.
13. Ensure windows and mirrors are clean and unobstructed.
14. Ensure that your unit has not sustained recent damage. It is your
responsibility to ensure that all damage is noted with your supervisor prior to
your departure.
15. Ensure that your trailer is properly equipped with the appropriate number of
placards (if required) and labeling
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5.2.2 Placarding of Vehicle
1. Placards identifying the class of dangerous goods being transported must be
displayed on:
i. Cargo tanks and tanks containing dangerous goods or residues of
dangerous goods from a previous load requiring a placard.
ii. Vehicles containing more than 500 kgs (1,100 lbs) or more than 5 containers
(combined) of all other classifications of dangerous goods.
5.2.3 En Route Inspection and Safety Check
To be carried out approximately every 1.5 to 2 hours on pavement and every 1 to 1.5 hours on
gravel. The first en-route inspection is to occur within the first hour of starting your trip.
1. Pull completely off the road into a safe location.
2. Begin your en-route inspection by walking down the driver’s side of your unit
against the flow of traffic.
3. Physically check the tires.
4. Visually check for oil and coolant leaks.
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5. Check all wheels, wheel nuts, feel hubs for excessive heat and check oil levels
in sight glasses.
6. Inspect air hoses and connections.
7. Clean windshield, lights and license plates when necessary.
8. Complete a thorough visual inspection of your equipment.
9. Drain air tanks periodically to ensure air system is free from moisture and
freezing at least every 24 hours.
10. Check oil and coolant levels.
11. Ensure load remains secure.
5.2.4 Air Brakes
1. Drivers shall regularly check all brakes on the unit to ensure that they remain
in proper working order.
2. You must have full system pressure to operate your brakes properly. It is your
responsibility to ensure that the full system pressure has been achieved prior to
operating your vehicle.
5.2.5 Driving as a Professional
To be a professional driver requires much more than just the skill to operate a motor vehicle. It
requires a “professional attitude” that promotes safe, courteous driving and pride in a job well done.
It also requires that maintenance of vehicles and equipment is one of the driver’s top priorities.
Always consider the “consequences of your actions”. Safety is extremely important in our industry
– we must conduct ourselves as true professionals at all times.
5.2.6 Employee and Contractor Training and Orientation
Haltech Testing Inc. recognizes that initial safety training is one of the most important aspects of a
safety program. In pursuit of achieving corporate objectives and superior results employees are
continuously encouraged and supported to upgrade their professional skills. All employees of
Haltech Testing Inc. are required to have the mandatory work permits – TDG, WHMIS, H2S Alive,
G.O.D.I. (for truck drivers), Fatigue Management and First Aid. If the potential employee does not
possess the above permits Haltech Testing Inc. will arrange for the permits.
The recruiting and hiring of new drivers is critical to the success of Haltech Testing Inc.
As such Haltech Testing Inc. has developed a program to ensure that all new drivers are interviewed,
screened, tested and trained by qualified Haltech Testing Inc. staff. All prospective employees
(driving for the company) are required to submit a current drivers abstract and resubmit abstracts on
a yearly basis. Upon hiring the employee will submit a 3 year employment history and copies of all
relevant safety tickets. All employees will fully disclose any violations, incidents and accidents they
have prior to employment as well as while in the employ of Haltech Testing Inc. regardless of
whether the violation occurred during work hours or during time off.
All sub-contractors and independent contractors are also subject to the same qualification and
training procedures. (Refer to part 7.0.)
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5.2.7 Equipment
All trucks must be equipped with:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Approved directional lighting
Properly operating braking system
H2S personal detector
#1 first aid kit
Fire extinguisher
All required documentation
5.2.8 Equipment, Tools and Materials
No worker shall use any tool without proper training in its correct use unless supervised by a worker
competent in the use of that took, equipment or appliance.
1. All contractor supplied equipment and tools required to complete the task
undertaken must be in good working order.
2. Any tools damaged or in need of repair must be tagged “Unserviceable” and
should not be used until repaired or replaced.
3. All portable lamps, extension cords and electrical tools must have proper
ground and be certified for the electrical classification of the work area in
which they are to be used. Explosion proof equipment should be used in
situations where combustion or explosion is possible.
4. Before leaving pneumatic tools unattended bleed air pressure from the
airline.
5. When using electrical tools in a wet area use a ground fault interrupter (GF)
circuit breakers on the power line or check that equipment insulation is
sound using an insulating platform and wear rubber gloves to minimize
shock hazard.
5.2.9 Excess Head and Facial Hair
Haltech Testing Inc. employees and contractors must be clean-shaven, mustaches neatly trimmed
and sideburns trimmed to not extend below the ear lobe. Head hair should be cut to above the collar
or tied back or contained above the collar with a hair net. Anyone failing to comply with this policy
will be refused access to the work site and may be subject to disciplinary action.
5.2.10 Firearms
No employee shall carry any firearms on themselves or in their vehicles on any Haltech Testing Inc.
sites.
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5.2.11 Heating
Within Haltech Testing Inc. of P/L right-of-way, contractor built or supplied tool sheds, field offices,
temporary work structures or shanties must not be heated with open electric heaters or other nonexplosion proof devices without approval from a Haltech Testing Inc. representative. All rigid gas
and propane lines for temporary heating must be connected by a tradesman with a valid gas fitter’s
ticket.
5.2.12 Housekeeping/Right-of-Way Behavior
All employees shall ensure that good housekeeping practices are continuously observed at Haltech
Testing Inc. work sites. All exits and emergency equipment must be kept clear of obstructions.
Work sites must be left in an orderly fashion at the end of each workday and at the end of the job.
Posted signs, including pipeline right-of-way speed limits must be adhered to. Ensure that survey
markers, line locates or paint marks are not obscured by materials, vehicle, and equipment
movement or spoil piles from excavations.
Floors, platforms, ramps, stairs and walkways available for use by workers must be kept in good
repair and kept free of slipping and tripping hazards. Material storage should be on level ground and
materials that may be blown about by the wind should be secured or covered by a tarp.
Combustibles at work sites shall be stored in a covered, well-ventilated shed located a safe distance
from other material storage and identified with appropriate warning signs.
All rubbish or excess building materials must be collected in bins/barrels and taken to an approved
disposal site or area designated by Haltech Testing Inc. representative. Never let waste blow off a
right-of-way or lease onto landowner’s property or into ditches. Hazardous wastes or WHMIS
controlled products must be disposed of properly. Burning is not permitted at Haltech Testing Inc.
sites without permission of the Haltech Testing Inc. representative.
The contractor is responsible for supplying proper sanitary facilities and potable water for their
employees at work sites.
5.2.13 Alcohol and Drugs
Possession of or being under the influence of illegal drugs, controlled substances or alcoholic
beverage is strictly prohibited on Haltech Testing Inc. work sites. Abuse of or use of will be cause
for removal from the work site. A worker must ensure that legitimate use of over the counter
medications or prescription drugs does not impair one’s ability to perform their job.
 No employee or contractor shall distribute, possess, or consume alcohol or illegal drugs on any
work site occupied by the Company or in any Company vehicle or equipment.
 No employee or contractor, including on call workers, shall report to work or be at work under
the influence of any drug or substance that may or will affect his/her ability to work safely. No
employee or contractor shall misuse prescription or nonprescription medication while at work.
All workers must report to their supervisor any medication that may affect their ability to safely
perform their job.
 No employee shall refuse testing or substance abuse evaluations.
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Drug and Alcohol Testing
A third party will be used to administer the testing provisions if deemed necessary. The worker to
be tested will be accompanied by a supervisor. Testing and test results will be conducted in a
manner that protects the privacy and dignity of the individual. Testing may be done:
 Incident: Of an employee for alcohol and/or drugs when impairment or drug and/or alcohol use
may have been a factor.
 Reasonable Suspicion Testing: When a company supervisor or other official makes
observations which form a reasonable basis for suspecting that the employee is in breach of this
policy. Reasonable Suspicion is based in observations concerning appearance, behavior, speech,
body odors and/or possession of alcohol, drugs or paraphernalia.
 Pre-employment: Employees in safety sensitive positions may be tested prior to working.
Consequences of Failure to Comply:
 An employee who fails to comply with this policy may be disciplined or terminated as deemed
appropriated in regards to nature of the violation, the existence of prior violations, the response to
prior corrective programs and the seriousness of the violation.
 Employees who test positive on an illegal drug or alcohol tests over the alcohol level of .04 will
be removed from duty and suspended without pay and/or terminated.
5.2.14 Ladders
Portable ladders must meet all regulatory requirements and shall as a minimum be:
1. CSA approved and equipped with safety feet on hard surfaces or spike feet for soft surfaces.
2. Ladder must be inspected before use on each shift, and after any modification, and any condition
that might endanger workers must be remedied before the equipment is used.
3. In good condition, never painted, and must be marked for the grade of material used to construct the
ladder and the use for which the ladder is constructed.
4. Tied off at the top with tag lines or held by another worker and extending at least 1 m beyond the top of
the bearing point.
5. Nonconductive if being used for electrical work. Never climb or step onto small piping, tubing or electrical
conduits.
6. Overlap upper and lower sections of extension ladders by at least three rungs.
7. Set the base of the ladder at least one quarter of the vertical length from the base of the wall or structure
and the operator is never to use the last two rungs.
8. Not be used if there is another safe way to enter or leave an area.
9.If work cannot be done from a ladder without hazard to a worker, a work platform must be provided. A
worker must not carry up or down a ladder, heavy or bulky objects or any other objects which may make
ascent or descent unsafe.
5.2.15 Lifting
Haltech Testing Inc. recommends mechanical lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, handling
or transporting any load in excess of 20 kg (44 lbs) whenever possible. In any case, avoid lifting
anything over 50 lbs. without assistance. When lifting any object plant your feet securely, lower
your body by bending at the knees (never bend from the waist), firmly grip the object to the lifted
position and lift with your leg muscles while avoiding any twisting of your back. When lifting
jagged or sharp edged objects be sure to use gloves to protect your hands. Get assistance from a coworker to lift anything heavier or awkward.
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5.2.16 Maintenance Program
Maintenance records must be kept available to equipment operators and inspecting personnel,
including but not limited to the name of manufacturer, the type of equipment, the date put into
service, when and for what purpose the equipment has been used, the date of the last inspection and
name of the inspecting person, any damage suffered, and the date and nature of all repairs and
maintenance.
Tools & Equipment Maintenance
The operator of any vehicle/mobile equipment shall be directly responsible for the safe operation of
that equipment. The operator shall examine his/her equipment before initial daily use and thereafter
as required. When the operator has reasonable cause to believe that the equipment is not in proper
running order, he/she shall take action to ensure that the equipment is repaired before use with lockout tag-out system and procedures. Manufacturer’s specifications are to be adhered to in service,
repair, testing, adjustment, or inspection. A log of inspections and maintenance will be immediately
available to the equipment operator and to any other person involved with inspection and
maintenance of equipment. Records will be retained until six months after the sale of a piece of
equipment.
Lockout /Tagout
If an employee must interact with a machine (other than normal operating mode) in a manner which
may have the potential to cause injury to oneself or others, then he or she must lockout the machine.
It is the responsibility and right of an employee to lockout and ensure the control of energy
whenever he/she has a need to place any part of their body in a position on or near
machinery/equipment where unexpected movement, release of stored energy, energizing of electrical
systems, of the flow of gases, fluids or other materials and could have the potential to injure oneself
or others.
Covers, guards and stop buttons are not to be used as lockout devices. Only devices which allow for
eliminating the possibility of release of energy are to be used to service, repair, test, adjust or inspect
the equipment safely.
Employees will be trained in lockout procedures. Where lockout tags are used, the person who
initiated the lockout on the machine must be in control of removing the lockout.
Only the employer may authorize another competent employee to remove a lockout tag from
equipment or machinery if necessary only after verifying that no worker will be in danger due to the
removal.
AT NO TIME SHOULD MACHINERY/EQUIPMENT BE LEFT IN AN UNSAFE CONDITION
WITHOUT BEING TAGGED OUT.
• Identify the machinery or equipment…
• Shut off the machinery or equipment…
• Label & Identify and de-activate all energy…
• Apply a lock/tag…
• Test it…
See Lockout/Tagout Procedure.
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5.2.17 Permits and Completion of Documents
There are several documents that are essential to our business. Employees must submit all requested
documents deemed necessary by Haltech Testing Inc. in a timely fashion and in neat, legible writing.
These documents are identified below:
1. Field Tickets
2. Time Sheets and Invoices
3. Worksite Hazard Assessments
4. Unit Inspections
5. Driver log books (hours of service)
6. Pre-trip and post-trip inspection reports (Kenworth’s)
7. Unit maintenance logs
8. Others as applicable
Until the above are properly and accurately completed and filled in, the operator’s pay cannot be
processed.
5.2.18 Personnel Safety
All personnel involved in the produced fluids from (possible sour) wells shall:
1. Know the dangers and effects of hydrogen sulfide gas or any other chemical
hazard or biological hazards on site. Ceiling level exposure to a substance listed
in Schedule 1 Table 2 of the Occupational Health and Safety Code is not to be
exceeded at any time.
2. Be properly trained in the use of respiratory equipment.
3. Be clean shaven at all times. This is to facilitate the effective sealing of a
faceplate should respiratory protective equipment be required.
4. A worker must perform a negative pressure seal check before each use of a
respirator.
The contractor shall ensure that his employees are supplied with and wear all the necessary personal
protective equipment required for the job as specified by regulatory requirements and in Haltech
Testing Inc.’s Health and Safety Program.
1. Wear approved hard hat while being in the vicinity or on any worksite.
2. Ensure employees are protected from traffic hazards.
3. At all times wear appropriate clothing.
4. Smoking is prohibited except in designated areas.
5. Entrance to any lease must be double checked with supervisor if the flare is out, if
there is any evidence of any gas leaks, and/or the H2S monitor detects a reading
above 10ppm. The lease operator will be notified if any of these conditions exist.
5.2.19 Public Relations and Highway Courtesy
All vehicles have equal rights on the highways. The way our units are operated will reflect upon our
image. While we gain the respect of the public on the road, it is equally important that this image be
conveyed while off the road – whether at coffee shops or an inspection station.
Be conscious at all times that you represent Haltech Testing Inc. wherever you are!
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5.2.20 Refuse Unsafe Work
Any worker has the right to refuse unsafe work. If you think that the work you do or the piece of
equipment you use is unsafe you can stop this work immediately by citing your legal right to refuse
unsafe work. Once you refuse to continue, procedures exist for rectifying the situation. Contact
your supervisor or health and safety representative to find out how to correct the unsafe situation.
Do not continue to work until you have been advised that the situation has been corrected. The
supervisor will investigate the matter immediately ensuring that any unsafe condition is remedied or
if in his or her opinion the report is not valid, must so inform the person who made the report.
5.2.21 Safety Belts and Lifelines and Rescue Equipment
Safety harnesses, rescue gear, ropes and equipment must be inspected visually and physically by
qualified workers after each use, or when used for training purposes.
When it is impractical to provide work platforms and guardrails, all workers shall wear a CSA
approved safety harness with a safety line, or wear a lanyard when:
a) Working on temporary work platforms 2.4 m (7.8 ft) or greater above the nearest
permanent safe level.
b) When work is being done over operating equipment or equipment hazards
such as protruding valves, or over water or open tanks.
c) When working from a temporary structure at a height of more than 6 m above a permanent safe
level
d) When working from a ladder at a height of more than 2.4 m above the nearest permanent safe
level where, because of the nature of the work, that person is unable to use at least one hand to
hold onto the ladder.
Use a safety rope or lanyard which is no more than 2m long and tied off so a worker can fall no more
than 2m. Harness/fall arrest systems must meet three criteria:
1. They must be used only for the purpose for which they were designed.
2. All metal components must be built to withstand 4000 lbs. strain (17.8kN).
3. The rope or lanyard must be built to withstand the impact of a falling worker
(TEN times the worker’s body weight).
Safety harness must meet the design specifications outlined in CSA Standard Z259.10-M90.
Anyone working on an elevated scaffold must have their safety harness tied into a lifeline, which is
fastened to the top of the structure where the worker is working and extends freely to the ground.
5.2.22 Temporary Structures - Scaffolds and Platforms
For working above 3 meters, scaffolding must be in place – ladders cannot be used. Scaffolding
must be secured from accidental movement. All scaffolds, platforms and ladders used by the
contractor shall be constructed, maintained and used in compliance with the applicable OH&S
regulations & manufacturers specifications and erected by qualified personnel to minimum specs.
While erecting scaffold, mark or designate it as “unsafe”. Scaffolding should only be designated as
“safe” to use once erection and bracing is complete and mudsills/base plates, work decks, handrails
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and toe boards and sectional pining are installed and checked, the scaffold has been tied to
permanent structure and outriggers are in place (when scaffold is above 4m high). Do not enter a
temporary structure unless it has been inspected and you are authorized to use it and you have been
trained and instructed in its safe and proper use.
5.2.23 Smoking
Smoking is allowed only in designated areas. Only safety matches or lighters with enclosed or
covered mechanisms are permitted on the site. Strike anywhere matches or open mechanism
disposable lighters are prohibited on field locations.
5.2.24 Tire Chains
Drivers are expected to use good judgment on deciding when to install tire chains, before getting
into trouble. When chaining up ensure to chain both drive axles.
5.2.25 Towing
In extreme conditions, if the unit is loaded, it must be unloaded into another unit before it is towed.
When a unit gets stuck, where possible, the driver MUST notify their supervisor BEFORE the unit is
towed. The towing vehicle must be capable of towing the stuck unit in a safe manner. A cotton
towrope or nylon webbed tow strap with no metal eyelets is the preferred equipment for towing. The
towrope or strap must be in good repair, load rated and of sufficient strength to safely carry out the
towing operation. If towropes or straps are unavailable, chains and cables may be acceptable if they
are in good repair, load rated and of sufficient strength to safely carry out the towing operation.
CHAINS AND CABLES MUST NOT BE JERKED DURING THE TOWING PROCEDURE. If a
clevis is used it must be the threaded pin type and have the load rated capacity and sufficient strength
to safely carry out the towing operations. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES will ropes or straps
equipped with metal hook and chain tail ends or any other type of clevis be permitted.
5.2.26 Welding
If a hot work permit is issued for welding the amount of general structural fabrication etc. within the
area tested for flammable hazards should be kept to a minimum. This general fabrication should be
done outside of the area subject to the permit wherever possible.
The contractor shall use only competent, licensed welders to operate cutting and welding equipment.
All welders must wear fire resistant coveralls, proper welding gloves and eye protection. When
welding on anything other than mild, uncoated steel, respiratory protection is also required. Gas
welding hoses must be equipped with appropriate flame arresters or check valves. Gas cylinders
must have valve cover caps put in place when the cylinders are not in use. Always turn gas flow off
at the tank and the torch. Any raising or lowering of cylinders with a crane or hoist should be done
with a rope cylinder cradle, not a cradle fashioned from chains, cables, ropes or a sling. A hot work
permit is required for work such as welding, grinding and oxygen cutting. Areas for structural steel
and pipe fabrication require welding screens to protect any nearby workers from welding flash.
When welding, fire extinguishers should be easily accessible to the welder. Hot tapping or stress
relieving require detailed procedures, pre-job discussion between the Haltech Testing Inc.
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representative and must be placed on the material being welded and closely adjacent to the arc unless
an alternative method is approved. Welding machines must be turned off at the end of each day’s
work or when left unattended.
5.2.27 WHMIS
All workers have the “Right to Know” about all substances (WHMIS regulated or not) at the work
site. Management will consult with employees to ensure an effective WHMIS program, which
addresses applicable WHMIS Requirements including education and training, and is reviewed
annually, or more frequently if required by a change in work conditions or available hazard
information. Management must approve any new hazardous products prior to purchase.
Only controlled products permitted by Haltech Testing Inc. management shall be used on a Haltech
Testing Inc. site. All controlled products must be properly (WHMIS) labeled. Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) for all materials must be provided. All workers working near or with a WHMIS
regulated material must:
1. Understand the product’s short and long term health effects.
2. Understand the proper environment, use, storage and handling of the product.
3. Know what personal protective equipment to use, if any.
4. Know and be able to administer the necessary first aid.
5. Understand procedure for disposal of hazardous waste.
All WHMIS labels must be clear, easy to read and prominently displayed on the product container.
If a product arrives without a WHMIS supplier label or with an incomplete one, the product cannot
be used. Let the Supervisor know about the problem. The product can be returned to the supplier.
Alternately, it can be stored while the Company gets the right label and has it applied. However, a
placard is required to identify these stored products until proper labels are obtained and applied.
Workplace Labels are labels applied at the workplace. They are used on:
 Controlled products that are made at the workplace for use there, such as solvents that are
redistilled.
 Controlled products that are transferred from the supplier’s containers or from Bulk storage
to workplace containers.
 To replace supplier labels that have been damaged.
 On-site bulk storage containers if the supplier has not provided a supplier label.
Workplace labels have only three pieces of information:
1. Name of the product.
2. Information on how to use the products safely.
3. Reference to the MSDS for further information.
5.2.28 Worksite Ergonomics
The purpose of the ergonomic program is to focus on the well-being of workers by evaluating,
preventing, and managing work-related hazards or risks associated with musculoskeletal injury’s
(MSI’s) and educating workers who may be exposed to the possibility of MSI in specific measures
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to eliminate or reduce that possibility. Training includes identification of factors that could lead to a
MSI, the early signs and symptoms of MSI and their potential health effects, and preventive
measures including, the use of altered work procedures, mechanical aids, and PPE where applicable.
Musculoskeletal Injury (MSI):
MSI means an injury or disorder of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves, blood vessels or
related soft tissue including a sprain, strain, and inflammation, that may be caused or aggravated by
work. They are also known as Cumulative Trauma Disorders or Repetitive Motion Injuries.
Activities that may cause MSI’s include:
 Frequently repeating an activity or motion (e.g., turning valves, using a keyboard, or mouse).
 Awkward, static, or prolonged positioning of the body (e.g., working at the computer or
driving).
 Forceful exertion (e.g., lifting, pushing, pulling).
 Exposure to vibration (e.g., using hand tools or operating heavy vehicles).
 Prolonged exposure to heat or cold.
Symptoms of MSI’s are:
 Stiffness
 Tingling/Numbness
 Pain
 Swelling
 Fatigue
Workstation/Area Analyses:
Analyses are conducted to review any concerns; equipment needs, and work area changes. These
analyses look at the job tasks, work practices, workstation design, equipment, and environmental
factors such as temperature, lighting, and noise. Consequently, recommendations to modify the
workstation/area may be made. These analyses also identify potential risk behaviors that may require
changes or modifications to existing work habits to prevent an injury or illness. The employer will
consult with workers who have signs or report symptoms of MSI and workers who perform similar
tasks to identify work related causes and if necessary take corrective measures to prevent further
injury. The effectiveness of measures take to minimize MSI will be reviewed annually and
deficiencies will be corrected.
Hazard Prevention and Control:
Symptoms of MSI as well as prevention will be included in employee orientation. A worker to be
assigned to work which requires specific measures to control the risk of MSI, will be trained in the
use of those measures, including procedures, mechanical aids and personal protective equipment.
Hazard prevention and control is also accomplished by modifying and/or rotating jobs, physically
changing the workstation/area, adjusting tools, or monitoring the work environment to ensure over
exposure does not occur. This process eliminates or reduces the risk factors associated with injuries
or illnesses occurring in the workplace. See the attached “Ergonomics Checklist” for additional
preventative measures.
Breaks to Reduce Strain:
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Tedious work (e.g., data entry) requires 3 to 5-minute breaks every hour.
Driving or operating heavy equipment for long periods require breaks every 1 to 2 hours.
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In addition to breaks, short “mini-breaks” of stretching, hand exercises, shoulder shrugs, or
neck rotations will improve circulation and reduce stress on the body.
Alternating job tasks also helps prevent discomfort and fatigue.
Reporting MSI Signs and Symptoms:
Early detection of signs and symptoms can prevent the progression and severity of MSI’s it is the
worker’s responsibility to report MSI signs, symptoms, or concerns.
If symptoms of
musculoskeletal injury are reported, prompt review of the activities of that worker and workers
doing similar tasks will be conducted and necessary corrective action taken to avoid further injury.
5.2.29 Modified Work
When an employee is injured and modified work is recommended by the physician, Haltech Testing
Inc. will make every reasonable effort to provide suitable temporary modified employment as set out
in the WCB program. Participants placed on modified work will be expected to provide feedback in
order to improve the program.
5.2.30 Working in Extreme Conditions
A worker should not be exposed to levels that exceed those listed in the screening criteria for heat or
cold stress exposure in the heat or cold stress and strain section of the ACGIH Standard. If not
practicable, reduce the exposure of workers to levels below those listed in the screening.
If exposure is likely, Haltech Testing Inc. will include a heat or cold stress in the hazard assessment
to determine the hazards and develop and implement a heat or cold stress exposure control plan.
If a worker shows signs or reports symptoms of heat or cold stress, the worker must be removed
from the hot or cold environment and receive first aid.
5.2.31 Fatigue Management
Haltech Testing will promote awareness of the impact of fatigue on human performance and
promote a work environment that allows for effective implementation of fatigue counter measures.
Workers will arrive at the worksite fit and ready for work ensuring they have received adequate rest
and nutrition prior to arrival. (22 hours awake can be equal to 0.08 blood alcohol level.) Workers
fatigued are unable to work safely and may present a hazard to themselves and others and are
required to report problems with fatigue to the supervisor and also alert co-workers of their signs of
fatigue. Fatigue can lead to the following conditions, effects, or behaviors which increases the risk of
incident.
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Inability to see properly
Slower reflexes and reactions
microsleeps (brain goes to sleep for up to 60 seconds and worker blacks out)
automatic behavior (routine tasks without conscious thoughts)
inability to make good decisions
inability to concentrate, solve problems
decreased alertness
inability to remember things just done, seen, or heard
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inability to notice things the worker would usually notice
more mistakes than usual
poor logic and judgment
inability to respond quickly or correctly to changes
inability to communicate well
inability to handle stress
moodiness (giddy, depressed, irritable, impatient, restless)
Supervisors will assess if fatigue is a hazard and make recommendation to management.
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5.3 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is to protect employees from the risk of injury by creating a
barrier against workplace hazards. Personal protective equipment is not a substitute for good
engineering or administrative controls or good work practices, but should be used in conjunction
with these controls to ensure the safety and health of employees. Personal protective equipment will
be provided, used and maintained when it has been determined that its use is required and that such
use will lessen the likelihood of occupation injury and/or illness.
5.3.1 Head Wear
Approved hard hats must be worn on all Haltech Testing Inc. work sites and must meet CSA
Standard Z94.1-92 and be marked as such. If lateral impact to the head is likely, appropriate
industrial protective headwear that meets legislative requirements must be worn.
5.3.2 Clothing & Body Protection
Workers are responsible for providing clothing needed for protection against the natural elements,
general purpose work gloves, and appropriate footwear including safety footwear, and safety
headgear and coveralls. Clothing must be long sleeved shirts and full length pants. Wear no jewelry. Flame
resistant coveralls/outerwear will be worn when working on jobs near existing wells, plants, batteries, rigs or
pipelines. It is recommended that under layers of clothing next to the skin be made of flame resistant fabric or
100% natural fibers that will not melt when exposed to heat. Fire resistant clothing is defined as having
inherently fire resistant fibers, second flash fire and will not support combustion.
Outerwear excessively contaminated with hydrocarbons must be changed and laundered as it will pose a fire
hazard and result in skin irritation. Nylon clothing is strictly prohibited. Do not clean clothing by blowing
with compressed air or washing in gasoline, kerosene, or a solvent. Properly fitting arm, leg, torso or skin
protective equipment that is appropriate to the work hazard or work site must also be worn if this type of
injury is likely.
Additional high visibility apparel meeting the Type 1 or Type 2 criteria of WCB Standard Personal
Protective Equipment Standard 2-1997 must be worn by a worker exposed to the hazards of vehicles
traveling at speeds in excess of 30 km/h or if exposed to the hazards of mobile equipment, high
visibility apparel meeting at least the Type 3 criteria.
5.3.3 Foot Wear
CSA approved – CSA standard Z195-02 – Class 1 footwear is mandatory for anyone required to
work, supervise, inspect or visit a field work site. CSA approved boots can be identified by the
green triangle on them. All boots must have a raised heel. Shoes are inadequate.
5.3.4 Eye Protection
CSA approved –standard Z94.3-92, Z94.3-99, Z94.3-02 – eyewear with side shields or face shields will be
worn on all job sites. The use of contact lenses or prescription eyewear is acceptable provided that safety
goggles are worn for added protection. Under no circumstances will contact be permitted while using
respiratory protections. If wearing contact lenses poses a hazard to the worker, he/she must be advised of the
hazard and the alternatives to wearing contact lenses. In instances where the eyes may be exposed to
hazardous chemicals, eyewash facilities shall exist.
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5.3.5 Hearing Protection
A noise assessment will be conducted where workers may be exposed to noise levels in excess of the
occupational exposure limits. Every possible effort will be made to reduce the noise to which
workers are exposed. Whenever noise hazards in excess of either 85 dBA Lex daily noise exposure
level or 140 dBC peak sound level, all persons entering the area will be informed and must wear
hearing protection (meeting the requirements of CSA Standard Z94.2-02). Should an assessment confirm
workers are exposed to excessive noise, a management program with detailed procedures will be
developed which will include noise measurement, education and training, engineered noise control,
hearing protection, posting of noise hazard areas, hearing tests, annual program review (as per BC
OHS Part 7 Section 7). If noise level reduction to or below noise exposure limits is not practicable,
noise exposure will be reduce to the lowest level practicable and warning signs posted in the noise
hazard areas and the Haltech Testing Inc. will ensure that hearing protection is worn effectively in
noise hazard areas and will give workers who are exposed to noise that exceeds noise exposure
limits an initial hearing test as soon as practicable after employment starts, and a test once every 12
months after the initial test. Hearing tests will be administered by a hearing tester authorized by the
Board. (test results will be sent to the Board when required). When we have no control over noise at
the client’s site, employees will abide by the client’s safety program instruction regarding noise and
hearing protection.
Records will be kept of the annual hearing test results for each worker for as long as the worker is
employed with us, and not released to anyone without the written permission of the worker. Records
will also be kept of the education and training provided to workers, and the results of noise exposure
measurements taken.
5.3.6 Personal Monitors & Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Sites which have the potential to develop flammable, toxic or explosive atmospheres require the use
of personal monitors (H2S, DO, LEL) and the availability of a self-contained breathing apparatus.
All employees shall be fitted and trained in the proper use of these monitors and apparatus’s prior to
coming on site. All workers must use the appropriate respiratory equipment provided. (See Code of
Practice.)
5.3.7 Special Health Considerations
Anyone with special health considerations – for example, epilepsy or allergies to wasp or bee stings
– should supply specific first aid specialty items required on site to treat reasonably foreseeable
emergencies resulting from such special health considerations. These workers must let other
workers and/or first-aid personnel know of their special health requirements.
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5.4 ENFORCEMENT
5.4.1 Description of Driving Offences (As of May 2005)
No driver’s license
Wrong class license/fail to obey condition/restriction
Operate motor vehicle without license in possession
Fail to produce driver’s license to peace officer
Fail to produce vehicle registration to peace officer
Fail to produce vehicle insurance to peace officer
Possess invalid driver’s license
Operate unregistered motor vehicle or trailer
License plate not properly displayed
License plate expired on MV or trailer
License plate not attached/legible or visible
Possess mutilated/altered document
Drive while license is suspended/cancelled
Operate over dimensioned MV on hwy contrary to permit or traffic safety act
Unauthorized dumping/unloading of goods on a highway
Transport goods not properly secured/loose load
Fail to report to inspection station
Fail to stop at stop sign
Fail to obey traffic control device
Fail to maintain drivers log book
Fail to produce drivers log book
Exceed allowed driving hours
False log book
Brake lights not working
Signal lights not working
Inadequate brakes – out of adjustment
Trailer brakes non-compliant
Inadequate mirrors
Fail to wear seat belt
Overload – divisible load – 5000 kg or less
Overload – divisible load – Over 5000 kg
Overload – permitted load – 5000 kg or less
Overload – Road ban/Restricted bridge 5000 kg or less
Overload – Road ban/Restricted bridge over 5000 kg
$230.00
230.00
115.00
172.00
172.00
172.00
345.00
230.00
115.00
230.00
115.00
345.00
COURT
COURT
575.00
345.00
230.00
287.00
172.00
345.00
345.00
345.00
345.00
57.00
115.00
172.00
172.00
57.00
115.00
$24 per 100 Kg
$40 per 100 Kg
$29 per 100 Kg
$29 per 100 Kg
$40 per 100 Kg
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5.4.2 Description of Speeding Offences
The specified penalties payable in respect of contraventions of section 15 (2)(p) and ® of the Traffic
Safety Act and sections 53(5) © and 70 of the Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulation are
those set out below:
K/Hr Over Limit
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Fine Amount
57.00
59.00
62.00
64.00
66.00
69.00
71.00
73.00
75.00
78.00
80.00
82.00
85.00
87.00
89.00
103.00
110.00
113.00
120.00
124.00
129.00
136.00
140.00
147.00
150.00
K/Hr Over Limit
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
Fine Amount
156.00
161.00
166.00
172.00
177.00
187.00
194.00
203.00
211.00
219.00
228.00
236.00
247.00
255.00
264.00
273.00
281.00
290.00
299.00
307.00
316.00
325.00
333.00
432.00
351.00
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Baytree, Alberta
Code of Practice
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
1. Policy
2. Purpose
3. Responsibilities
1. Managers/Supervisors
2. Employees
3. Office of Health and Safety
4.
PPE Distribution
5. Program Components
1. Hazard Assessment & Equipment Selection
2. Protective Devices
1. Eye and Face Protection
2. Head Protection
3. Hearing Protection
4. Foot Protection
5. Hand Protection
6. Personal Monitors
7. Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
3. Cleaning / Maintenance / Storage
4. Training
5. Recordkeeping
6. Implementation
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT PROGRAM
CODE OF PRACTICE
1. POLICY
The objective of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program (includes respirator
protective equipment) is to protect employees from the risk of injury by creating a barrier
against workplace hazards. Personal protective equipment is not a substitute for good
engineering or administrative controls or good work practices, but should be used in conjunction
with these controls to ensure the safety and health of employees. Personal protective equipment
will be provided at no cost to the worker, (unless otherwise agreed), used, and maintained when
it has been determined that its use is required and that such use will lessen the likelihood of
occupational injury and/or illness.
1.1. The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) places responsibilities on employers to implement
certain basic health and safety requirements regarding the provision and use of PPE.
Haltech Testing Inc. Is committed to effectively applying them.
1.2. PPE can be defined as all equipment (including clothing affording protection against the
weather) which is intended to be worn or held by a person at work and which protects
against one or more risks to their health or safety.
1.3. Under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, employers are required
to carry out workplace risk assessments, so enabling them to select the most appropriate
means of reducing any identified risks to an acceptable level. Employers should eliminate
or minimize the risks as close as possible to the source of the risk, thereby protecting
everyone in the workplace. PPE should always be regarded as the ‘last resort’ for protection
from risk as it only protects the wearer and can be compromised, e.g. by not being worn or
being used incorrectly. The use of PPE must not itself endanger the worker.
1.4. This Code of Practice has been developed under Haltech Testing Inc.’s Health and Safety
Policy and has the same authority as that policy. It sets out guideline on how to manage the
provision, use and maintenance of PPE and applies to all workplaces and work activities
where PPE is required.
2. PURPOSE
 To develop a proactive management response where PPE is deemed necessary to protect the
health and safety of employees.
 To ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
 To establish and maintain a PPE risk assessment process, with documented records where
appropriate.
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
Notwithstanding the health and safety responsibilities outlined within Section 2 of Haltech
Testing Inc.’s HSE Program the following specific responsibilities apply with regard to the
provision and use of PPE.
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3.1 Managers/Supervisors
Managers/Supervisors are responsible on a day to day basis for ensuring the implementation of
this Code for the staff within their control and ensuring CSA approved PPE (Section 5.2). In
particular they must:
3.1.1. Familiarize oneself with the content of this Code, and actively inform staff.
3.1.2. Ensure that specific assessments are carried out for both the risk to be protected
against and the different types of PPE that could be used to protect an individual from
that risk. On this basis the suitability of the selected PPE against the risk will be
assessed, thereby ensuring any PPE provided is suitable for the intended purpose and
that the use of PPE does not itself endanger the worker. Simply and obvious
assessments that can easily be explained need not be recorded, however more
complex assessments should be recorded and kept readily accessible to those who
need to know the results. These assessments should be periodically reviewed,
including consideration as to whether more suitable PPE has subsequently become
available.
3.1.3. Ensure that employees receive suitable and sufficient information, instruction and
training with regard to PPE supplied.
3.1.4. Take all reasonable steps to ensure the full and proper use, storage in a manner that
prevents contamination, maintenance that keeps it sanitary, examination, repair and
replacement of PPE. This may involve taking disciplinary measures in accordance
with Haltech Testing Inc.’s disciplinary procedures, where employees fail to use PPE
correctly. [Note: Much of this may be delegated to the PPE user, however a
supervisory and monitoring role is retained to ensure actions are carried out.]
3.1.5. Periodically carry out recorded audits of any PPE held by team members (see
Inspection Form Chapter 3). This shall include an inspection of the equipment and
sanitary storage accommodation provided along with annual testing by a qualified
tester.
3.2. Employees
Employees have personal responsibilities to ensure the effectiveness of any safe system of work
provided. In particular they must:
3.2.1. Ensure that PPE provided is used, maintained and cleaned in accordance with the
training, instruction and information received. Refrain from wearing protective
equipment outside of the work area where it is required if to do so would constitute a
hazard.
3.2.2. Take all reasonable steps to return PPE to storage accommodation provided for it
after use. If not possible, to take all reasonable steps to safeguard the conditions that
may affect their ability to wear or use PPE.
3.2.3. Regularly examine PPE before and after use and report any defect, damage or loss to
their manager/supervisor.
3.2.4. Inform their manager/supervisor of any medical conditions that may affect their
ability to wear or use PPE.
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[Note: Non-compliance with 3.2 of this Code is a disciplinary matter and may be dealt with
in accordance with Haltech Testing Inc.’s disciplinary procedures.]
3.3. Haltech Testing Inc. Health and Safety Manager
3.3.1. Haltech Testing Inc.’s Health and Safety Manager has the responsibility to support
and monitor the process of provision and use of PPE. In particular PPE provision and
use will be targeted during inspections and audits and a periodic review of this Code
shall be carried out (i.e. annually).
4. PPE DISTRIBUTION
4.1. All PPE provided by Haltech Testing Inc. shall be used only as a last resort when it is certain
that the task is necessary and there is no safer way to accomplish or deal with residual risk.
It shall comply with the following general rules:
a)
Be supplied free of charge.
b)
Be suitable for the task intended and adequately control the risk involved.
c)
Take into account any ergonomic requirements and the state of health of the person(s)
who may wear it. [The aim shall always be to choose PPE that will give minimum
discomfort to the wearer, as uncomfortable equipment is unlikely to be worn
properly.]
d)
Be capable of fitting the wearer correctly and be compatible with any other items of
PPE that may be worn at the same time.
e)
Does not contribute to increasing any other risk such that overall risk increases.
f)
Be readily available for use.
4.2. Suitable representatives of the workforce intended to wear items of PPE shall be involved in
its selection and specification to ensure its suitability.
4.3. Where individuals experience problems in wearing selected PPE medical advice may be
sought as to whether the individual can tolerate wearing the PPE.
5. PROGRAM COMPONENTS
5.1. HAZARD ASSESSMENT & EQUIPMENT SELECTION
5.1.1. A risk survey for the use of PPE when carrying out visits has been carried out and is
attached as Appendix B. This identifies risks that may be presented to different parts
of the body, which PPE may help overcome. This survey shall be reviewed annually
or more frequently as needs dictate. It is essential that any provision and standard of
PPE be based on the results of risk assessment. PPE and Respiratory PPE selection
must be approved in accordance with OHS and CSA standards.
5.2. PROTECTIVE DEVICES
5.2.1. Eye and face protection requirements: standard issue safety goggles meeting CSA
Standard Z94.3-92, Z94.3-99, Z94.3-02.
5.2.2. Head protection: hard hat meeting CSA Standard Z94.1-92.
5.2.3. Hearing protection: CSA Standard Z94.2-02
5.2.4. Foot protection: CSA Standard Z195-02 steel toed work boots.
5.2.5. Hand protection: light to heavyweight Nitrile coated gloves meeting CSA Standards.
5.2.6. Personal monitors: capable of detecting H2S, CO, LEL.
5.2.7. Respiratory Protective Equipment (SCBA): CSA Standard Z94.4-02.
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5.3. CLEANING / MAINTENANCE / STORAGE
5.3.1. Haltech Testing Inc.’s uses emergency self contained breathing apparatus’ (SCBA)
and they are to be cleaned and disinfected after each use, the air will be changed out
(of a quality that meets the requirements of Table 1 of CSA Standard Z180.1-00 and
does not contain a substance in a concentration that exceeds 10 percent of its
occupational exposure limits) and flow tested annually by a competent professional to
maintain proper operations. H2S Alive training procedures for inspection of SCBA’s
to ensure that respiratory protective equipment that is not used routinely but is kept
for emergency use is inspected at least once every calendar month by a competent
worker to ensure it is in satisfactory working condition.
5.3.2. The Personal Gas Monitors will need recalibrating every six months or if disposable
monitors are used, they will need to be replaced every two years.
5.3.3. Issued respirators must be stored in a clean and safe environment to prevent
contamination and damage which may compromise the protective effect of the
respirator. They shall be stored in a manner that will protect against the following:
contamination, dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures, excessive moisture and
damaging chemicals. They will be stored in the designated cabinet. (Scheduled
inspection of compressed air cylinders and maintenance and repairs for each selfcontained breathing apparatus will be in accordance with the requirements of CSA
Standard CAN/CSA-Z94.4-02.)
5.4. TRAINING
5.4.1. Prior to individuals using any PPE for the first time they shall receive adequate
information, instruction and training in its use. A competent person shall carry out
training and fit testing, with suitable records kept. It must make the user aware of
why PPE is needed; when it is to be used, repaired or replaced; cleaning and
maintenance requirements; and the PPE’s limitations.
5.5. RECORDKEEPING
5.5.1. A recorded fit testing, instruction and issue of PPE, repair and replacement procedure
shall operate. PPE shall be repaired or replaced if damaged or subject to wear and
tear such that its integrity is affected. Additionally identified items of PPE will be
replaced automatically after certain time periods to assure their integrity – time period
may vary dependant on factors such as good practice and manufacturer’s
recommendations. An example of a suitable type of record sheet is attached at
Appendix A – any such local records should contain similar information.
6. IMPLEMENTATION
6.1. All existing employees will be advised about this Code through normal channels and the
Code will be made readily available in the office.
6.2. Health and safety awareness training will include input on PPE.
6.3. Copies of the Code will be distributed to Heads of Business Units.
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6.0 LEGISLATIVE COMPLIANCE
The federal government, in cooperation with provincial governments, has developed a
comprehensive set of regulations to enhance safety.
An employee safety representative is appointed to assist in resolving health and safety issues. When
a Safety Committee is formed (with 20 or more employees), planned inspections and pertinent safety
issues will be addressed in this way.
One must be able to prove that all reasonable steps have been taken to comply with the regulations.
The Occupational Health & Safety Act, Regulations and Code is available for reference.
6.1 Employee Responsibility
A. the health and safety of:
I)
employees in the work place.
II)
those workers not engaged in the work of that employer but present
themselves at the work site where the work is being carried out.
B. that workers engaged in the work of the employer is aware of their responsibilities and
duties under the Act and Regulations.
Every worker shall, while engaged in an occupation:
A. take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of himself and other workers present
while hi is working and;
B. cooperate with his employer for the purpose of protecting the health and safety of:
I)
himself
II)
other workers engaged in the work of the employer and
III)
other workers not engaged in the work of that employer
IV)
but not present at the work site at which the work is being carried out.
6.2 Housekeeping
It is the responsibility of the employer and the employee to ensure that housekeeping is done on a
daily basis, ensure that:
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Floors are kept clean of debris, oil and grease
Aisles, doorways and exits are to be kept clear of all obstacles.
6.3 Working Around Moving Parts
Where there is danger of contact with moving parts of machinery or in any work process where a
similar hazard exists:
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close fitting clothing shall be worn
head and facial hair shall be cut or tied back
dangling neck wear, jewelry or other similar items shall not be worn.
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6.4 Eye Protection
Properly fitting goggles shall be worn when engaged in work where there is potential eye hazard
from flying objects. Wear your goggles when mixing chemicals, scraping paint and hammering.
6.5 Respiratory Protection
Occupational Health & Safety legislation requires that appropriate respiratory protective equipment
(RPE) be worn when a worker is, or may be exposed to an immediately dangerous to life or health
atmosphere, when oxygen concentration drops below 19.5%, or when an air-born contaminant
exceeds the occupational exposure limit.
Filter type respirators ARE NOT TO BE USED IN HYDORGEN SULPHIDE OR OXYGEN
DEFICIENT ATMOSPHERES.
All contractors’ employees shall be properly trained in the use, care and limitations of this
equipment before it is used.
6.6 Working At Heights Above Ground Level
An employee shall ensure that where it is possible for a worker to fall a vertical distance greater than
3.5 meters from a temporary work area of 1.2 meters from a permanent work area, the worker is
protected from falling by:
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a guard rail around the work area
safety belt or harness securely attached to an anchor point
6.7 Confined Space
Where a worker is to enter a confined space the employer shall ensure that the confined space is:
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ventilated sufficiently to maintain an oxygen content of 18%
must be isolated from pipes or supply lines containing harmful substances
he must be attended by at least one other worker stationed at or near the entrance to the
area who is equipped and capable of rescue
6.8 Working Alone
Before a worker is assigned to work alone, the manager must develop and implement a written
procedure for checking the well-being of a worker assigned to work alone under conditions which
present a risk of disabling injury if the worker might not be able to secure assistance in the event of
injury. A worker required to work alone and any person assigned to check on the worker must be
trained in the procedure.
The supervisor must identify any hazards to that worker and must take reasonable measures to
eliminate any hazards, and if it is not practicable to eliminate the hazard, to minimize the risk from
the hazard. The procedure for checking a worker's well-being must be developed with safety
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management involvement including the time interval between checks and the procedure to follow in
case the worker cannot be contacted, including provisions for emergency rescue.
If a worker is working alone at a work site and assistance is not readily available if there is an
emergency or the worker is injured or ill, the employer must provide effective radio, telephone or
other electronic communication with scheduled contact between a worker who works alone and the
designated person to make and record the scheduled contact with the employee working alone and
capable of assisting the worker in an emergency or if the worker is injured or becomes ill. If
electronic communications are unreliable at a worksite, the supervisor or designated co-worker will
visit the worker at prescheduled intervals and at the end of the shift.
The work alone procedure will be review annually or as required.
6.9 Hazardous Waste
A hazardous material is defined as any biological, chemical or physical agent or material exhibiting
any of the following characteristics: explosive; compressed gas; flammable; combustible liquid;
reactive or oxidizing; toxic or infectious; radioactive; corrosive; and/or environmental hazard.
A controlled product becomes hazardous waste and disposal will be arranged by the manager. You
must ensure each container is properly labeled to be disposed of at the appropriate hazardous waste
facility.
6.10 Workplace Violence and Harassment
Haltech Testing Inc.’s policy on workplace violence and Harassment is to strive to provide a healthy
and open work environment and strictly prohibits harassment or violent behavior.
Violence means the attempted or actual exercise by a person of any physical force so as to cause
injury to a worker, and includes any threatening statement or behavior which gives a worker
reasonable cause to believe that he or she is at risk of injury.
A risk assessment will be performed if a risk of injury to workers from violence arising out of their
employment. The risk assessment will consider previous experience in that workplace, occupational
experience in similar workplaces, and the location and circumstances in which the work takes place.
If a risk of injury to workers from violence is identified by an assessment, procedures will be
established to eliminate or minimize the risk to workers from violence and affected workers will be
informed.
Employees who feel they are, or have been subjected to harassment or workplace violence, or if they
have been a witness to either situation, should take the following steps:


Clearly inform the alleged harasser or person engaging in violent behavior that his/her
behavior towards you is offensive and unwelcome and to stop such behavior.
If the behavior continues, or if you feel you cannot talk to or do not want to talk to the
alleged harasser, or the conduct is of a serious nature, or causes you to feel unsafe, go
directly to management to discuss the situation. Complaints may be filed in either written
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
form (by letter) or verbally. A health professional should be consulted if exposed to
workplace violence.
Haltech Testing Inc. will seriously address and investigate the complaint. At the conclusion
of the review and any investigation conducted (and documented), Haltech Testing Inc. will
take appropriate action, which may include immediate discharge of the offender if Haltech
Testing Inc. determines that harassment or violent behavior has occurred.
Haltech Testing Inc. seeks to preserve confidentiality regarding matters alleged in the
complaint to the extent that such confidentiality does not conflict with efforts to review,
investigate and otherwise address the complaint, take remedial or other action in response to
the report, and/or prevent further harassment or other inappropriate behavior. Retaliation
against persons who bring a complaint of harassment or violence is strictly prohibited.
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7.0 TRAINING
7.1 EMPLOYEE AND CONTRACTOR TRAINING
Haltech Testing Inc. recognizes that initial safety training is one of the most important aspects of a
safety program. The applicant will be thoroughly interviewed and if management feels they are a
potential employee a background check will be initiated. Upon completion of a positive background
check, Haltech Testing Inc. management will invite the potential employee to an orientation where
general instruction, safety policies and procedures, guidelines and proper equipment operations will
be covered. Finally, the new personnel will work under the direct supervision of a competent worker
who will demonstrate new tasks until such time the new employee/contractor becomes competent
enough to operate equipment and perform job tasks safely. Only authorized personnel will operate
equipment. The position will be offered with a three (3) month probation period. All sub-contractors
and independent contractors are also subject to the same qualification and training procedures.
Employees and contractors must be trained in safe work practices as well as field oriented training
(by an approved training agency that provides the first aid training to candidates for a certificate in
emergency first aid, standard first aid or advanced first aid.) which may include, but is not
necessarily limited to; First Aid, CPR, H2S Alive, Respiratory Protection, G.O.D.I. (or an applicable
Canadian driving training course acceptable to the Board, or have completed driver training providing skills and
knowledge for safe driving equivalent to or better than those required), Fatigue Management, WHMIS and TDG.
A worker who successfully completes the training by an approved agency must meet the standards
for a certificate in all required training. Designated first aid personnel must be at least 16 years old,
has successfully completed the first aid training course or first aid examination developed or
approved by the Board, has a first aid certificate in good standing at the required level issued by the
Board or a person recognized by the Board, and meets any other requirements determined by the
Board for designation as a first aid attendant. Employees will remain under supervision until he/she
is deemed competent to safely perform work duties and procedures. Employees will operate only the
equipment for which they have been authorized and are trained. Employees will also be trained or
orientated in Basic Safety Awareness, PPE, Inspection, Lockout Tag System, Hazard Assessment,
symptoms of MSI, Drug and Alcohol policy, the proper completion of bills of lading (tickets),
dangerous goods documents, time cards, driver’s daily logs and all other relevant record keeping
items.
Proof of training in the following courses must be provided to a Haltech Testing Inc. Copies of the
safety tickets will be placed in the driver’s file.
Course Name Certificate Issued By Training Duration (Hrs) Renewal (Yrs)
H2S Alive
8
3
TDG
4
3
WHMIS
8
3
FIRST AID
2 OR 3
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7.2 EMPLOYEE AND CONTRACTOR ORIENTATION
When an employee or contractor reports to work at a Haltech Testing Inc. site, which is new to them,
their immediate supervisor will outline the following:
 General employment information; Haltech Testing Inc. Health and Safety Policy and
Guiding Principles. Rules. Workers responsibilities for safety and health and company
disciplinary policy as it relates to health and safety.
 Work attire, PPE, expectations around provision, care, maintenance and use.
 Assignment of duties and Housekeeping expectations.
 Initial safety training requirements and safety meetings.
 Emergency Response Plan (Fire prevention and Emergency Evacuation)
 First aider, supplies, equipment and procedures.
 Specific job hazards they may encounter, including fire, first aid, prohibited or restricted
areas at the site, H2S, flammable or hazardous substances and hazardous waste.
 How to report an incident, a near miss or a job hazard.
 Workplace Violence and Harassment Policy, Ergonomics and Drug and Alcohol Policy
 Lockout Tag System
 If the employee is inexperienced, who their supervisor will be, and the length of time they
are expected to work under direct supervision of the individual.
 Any other safety or environmental particulars about the site that the employees may not be
expected to be familiar with or have encountered before.
 Contractor’s employees shall have all training necessary to safely perform the tasks they are
assigned and safely use the equipment they are operating.
7.3
REPORTING OF DRIVING VIOLATIONS
All prospective and current employees will fully disclose to Haltech Testing Inc. any and all driving
violations and accidents the employee has been involved in either during work hours and/or during
personal time. These violations are any that occurred while driving a Haltech Testing Inc. vehicle or
any other vehicle.
Management will periodically review all driver violations and will take corrective steps when the
violations necessitate that step. At the discretion of management the steps can and will include
additional driver training or, depending on the severity and number of violations could result in the
termination of employment.
All information collected on all drivers will be maintained in the individual drivers file for a period
of 5 years. Upon hiring the employee will provide Haltech Testing Inc. with a current drivers
abstract, a complete 3 year employment history as well as a completed application form or resume.
All these items will be retained in the drivers file in the office as per regulation. Management will
use these items to research the prospective employee before hiring and to do checks when deemed
necessary by certain circumstances.
The employee is responsible for ensuring that Haltech Testing Inc. receives an annual drivers
abstract that will be placed in the drivers file. Management may request additional abstracts during
the yearly period if they deem it necessary.
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Forms – Training
Verification of Mandatory Work Permits ____________________
New Personnel Competency Checklist _______________________
New Personnel/Contractor/Orientation Checklist_______________
Verification of Orientation ________________________________
Verification of On-the-Job Training _________________________
Verification of Supervisor Training _________________________
Employee Discipline Consult Form _________________________
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8.0 COMMUNICATION
8.1 COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
Haltech Testing Inc. understands the importance of communication between themselves and their
employees. Employees of Haltech Testing Inc. are encouraged to speak with management, in person
or by phone or by writing, at any time, to discuss issues of concern. Haltech Testing Inc. encourages
employees to write up an ‘Improvement Opportunity’ as to resolve issues of concern. The employee
and the supervisor will try to resolve the complaint between themselves as soon as possible. The
employee or the supervisor may refer an unresolved complaint to a health and safety representative
to be investigated jointly. The persons who investigate the complaint will inform the employee and
the employer of the results of the investigation. If the complaint is justified, the employer, on being
informed of the results of the investigation, will inform the persons who investigated the complaint
of how and when the employer will resolve the matter. If the person who investigated the complaint
conclude that a danger exists, the employer shall, on receipt of a written notice, ensure that no
employee use or operate the machine or thing, work in the place or perform the activity that
constituted the danger until the situation is rectified.
8.2 Safety Meetings
Safety meetings will be held monthly, with a requirement that all employees attend. Any employee
that does not attend a scheduled safety meeting without an acceptable reason may be suspended for 1
(one) day without pay. The meetings are a valuable tool for management and employees alike to
communicate any areas of concern. At this time management will bring forth key topics,
responsibilities and whom they affect and employees bring their concerns. The following points
should be addressed in the meeting:
1. Identify supervisory personnel. These people should be available throughout the job to give
direction and organize.
2. Outline job procedure.
3. Discuss safety hazards (including any new hazardous products prior to purchase).
4. Instruct on the use of personal protective equipment.
5. Instruct on Emergency Procedures:
a. Enact a buddy system when hazard is suspected or known.
b. Define the escape route in the event of an accident.
c. Define the assembly area.
6. Ensure proper safety precautions are taken, safety equipment and PPE, signage, WHMIS
labeling, and proper use of controls.
7. ERP drills and consult with workers to maintain a current ERP (once a year).
8. Detail personal assignments.
A good safety meeting will reduce the number of job problems, reduce equipment losses and
minimize personnel injuries. The safety meeting must be conducted with all the personnel on
location present. It is to be performed by the supervisor in charge of the job.
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8.3 Project Safety Meetings
A system of managing projects consisting of:
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Pre-project meeting – These are held between contractors and Haltech Testing Inc.
representatives to review all aspects of work performed, including project safety management.
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Regular contractor safety meeting – These are held between the contractor and his
employees while engaged in work for Haltech Testing Inc. Haltech Testing Inc. representatives
may occasionally attend. These are usually documented on the Haltech Testing Inc. weekly
contractor safety meeting form.
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Worksite Hazard Assessment or Safe Work Permit (also known as tailgate safety meetings
or Job Safety Analysis) – These are held between the foreman, supervisor or contractor, and
with the employees to review safety requirement, job procedures, hazards and employee
questions or concerns. It must be documented on a Haltech Testing Inc. Worksite Hazard
Assessment form. It is a method of authorizing specific work to be done at a job site or
location. All hazards are noted, communicated to all workers on site, and the required
precautions are assigned to individuals. The permit is normally valid for only a specific time
period before re-testing and/or re-issuing is required.
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Quarterly Management field visits to ensure HS&E Program compliance. Recorded on Site
Visit Form.
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Annual Management meeting (to include management and employee participants) to review
and update HS&E Program and any recommendations, ERP, procedures and any injuries,
accidents or incidents.
Definitions:
SCBA – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, usually Scot brand Air Packs, the standards for
selection, use and care of respiratory protective equipment are outlined in the document
(Respiratory Protection Guidelines) available from a Haltech Testing Inc. representative.
Haltech Testing Inc. has available brand specific checklists for daily and monthly maintenance
of supplied air respiratory protection.
TDG – Transportation of Dangerous Goods – Refers to current Acts and Regulations.
UEL – Upper Explosive Limit – The maximum concentration of vapor in air at which the
propagation of flame occurs on contact with the source of ignition.
LEL – Lower Explosive Limit
WCB – Workers’ Compensation Board – A non-government board which administers the fault
free accident fund. Haltech Testing Inc. requires workers compensation coverage with all
WCB accounts for the jurisdiction in which the workers are employed, in good standing,
including coverage for all sub-contractors, for the entire duration of the job.
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Forms – Communications
Improvement Opportunity _____________________________________
Worksite Hazard Assessment Form _______________________________
Safety Meeting Record _________________________________________
Site Visit Record ______________________________________________
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9.0 INCIDENT / ACCIDENT REPORTING & INVESTIGATION
9.1 INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT REPORTING
Regardless of time of day, any employee, contractor or consultant involved in or witness to an
injury, incident or near miss must report details to a Haltech Testing Inc. representative immediately.
Management receiving the report must investigate the unsafe condition and must ensure that any
necessary corrective action is taken. If there are fatalities or serious incidents, make every reasonable
effort to prevent alteration of the scene and/or stop work until unsafe conditions are resolved.
Any occurrence involving an injury to a worker or having potential for property loss of damage over
$1,000.00 reportable to any regulatory agency, or which result in any damage or injury to a third
party’s property or person must be investigated by the manager.
Notifications to the WCB and Department of Labor (Occupational Health and Safety) or the client
for injuries or and incidents requiring reporting must be complied to in a timely manner. Medical
aid must be reported to the manager and lost time injuries also require WCB reporting by the
employee and the employer. These forms must be completed in addition to the Haltech Testing Inc.
incident report form. Any first aid injuries must be recorded on a first aid report form (found in the
first aid kit) and submitted to the office for file.
The contractor is required to designate one of the on-site work crew as the on-site safety supervisor.
The contractor’s safety representative shall keep copies of all permits issued (hot work permits, etc.)
and shall return a copy to Haltech Testing Inc.’s representative when work covered by the permit is
complete.
The employer of the person who has charge, management or control of a Dangerous Good is to
report when there is a dangerous occurrence involving a spill, a bulk containment of dangerous
goods is damaged, there is an explosion or fire, OR a person has been killed or injured (requiring
hospitalization) in an accident involving dangerous goods. A Dangerous Occurrence is to be reported
within 30 days with Transport Dangerous Goods. Also, using form found in Part 15 of the Federal
OH&S Regulations where investigation of a hazardous occurrence resulting in a disabling injury to
an employee, electric shock, toxic atmosphere, or oxygen deficient atmosphere that caused an
employee to lose consciousness, or the implementation of rescue, revival, or other similar emergency
procedure, or a fire or explosion. A copy of the report will be submitted to the safety representative;
and within 14 days after the hazardous occurrence, to a health and safety officer at the regional
office or district office (Occupational Health and Safety).
March 1 each year a written report with the number of accidents, occupational diseases, and other
hazardous occurrences affecting any employee in the 12 month period ending on December 31
should be submit to the Minister using the form found in Part 15 of the Regulations.
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9.2 INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND FOLLOW-UP
9.2.1 Purpose
 To investigate accidents / incidents so that causes can be determined and corrective actions
can be implemented to prevent reoccurrence.
9.2.2 Policy
 In this Company, the following types of incidents shall be fully investigated:
1. Accidents that result in injury requiring medical attention or report of a musculoskeletal
injury.
2. Accidents that cause property damage or interrupt operations with potential loss.
3. When there is a release of dangerous goods that represent a danger to health, life,
property, or the environment.
4. Incidents that have the potential to result in (1) or (2) or (3) above, such as close calls or
near misses.
All incidents that fall under Section 13 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act must be reported
to OH&S and to WCB or other regulatory agencies as defined by the OH&S Act.
9.2.3 Responsibilities
1. All employees shall report all incidents or near misses as soon as possible to their
immediate supervisor and assist in the investigation when requested.
2. Supervisors shall conduct initial investigations and report to management promptly.
3. Management shall determine the need for, and if necessary, shall direct investigations.
They shall also determine root causes and recommend corrective action.
4. The manager shall review all reports, determine the corrective action to be taken, record
it in the action log, and ensure that such action is implemented by noting observations of
changes or documenting interview with workers to confirm same.
5. Administration shall retain record of all incidents, accidents and first aid records for a
minimum of three years from the date the incident is recorded.
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Forms – Incident / Accident Reporting
Incident or Near-Miss Report _____________________________
Automobile Accident & Cargo Claim Report _________________
Witness Statement ______________________________________
WCB Worker’s Report of Injury __________________________
Accident / Incident Investigation Report _____________________
WCB Employer’s Report of Injury _________________________
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10.0 ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
Haltech Testing Inc. is dedicated to establishing harmony and balance between the performing of
service to the oilfield sector and the environment in order to achieve a sustainable social and natural
environment.
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EMERGENCY
RESPONSE
PLAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS _________________________________ 75 & 76
1. Emergency Response Plan Goal _____________________________
2. Training
_____________________________________________
3. Potential Emergencies _____________________________________
4. Action _________________________________________________
5. Emergency Response Plan – Spills __________________________
6. Emergency Response Plan – Fires ___________________________
7. Emergency Response Plan – H2S ___________________________
8. Emergency Response Plan – Natural Disasters _________________
Emergency 1st Aid
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Emergency Contacts
THE

Baytree 24 Hr. – Hal Keith
780-864-0153 Cell
780-353-3763 Home

Baytree 24 Hr. – Lon Urness
780-864-5881 Cell
780-353-2259 Home
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Baytree 24 Hr – Micah Meunier
780-864-0140 Cell
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Blueberry
PRIMARY
24 Hr – Esther Mann
EMERGENCY
780-864-0312 Cell
NUMBER
IS
AMBULANCE
 FAIRVIEW
 GRANDE PRAIRIE
 SPIRIT RIVER
 DAWSON CREEK
 FORT ST JOHN
 FORT NELSON
780-835-6100
780-532-9511
780-864-2453
250-782-2211
250-785-2079
250-774-2344
AIR AMBULANCE
 NORTH CARIBOO AIR (FSJ)
 NORTHERN AIR (Grande Prairie)
 STARS (Grande Prairie)
888-735-9464
800-661-1911
888-888-4567 (Call 911)
RCMP
 FAIRVIEW
 GRANDE PRAIRIE
 SPIRIT RIVER
 DAWSON CREEK
 FORT ST JOHN
 FORT NELSON
780-835-2211
780-538-5700 / 538-5701
780-864-3533
250-784-3700
250-787-8140
250-774-2777
911
DANGEROUS GOODS INCIDENTS - ALBERTA
 ENVIRONMENT
800-222-6514
 E.R.C.B. (Oil & Gas Incidents)
780-538-5138
 INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS
780-538-5249
 DISASTER SERVICES
800-272-9600
 POISON CONTROL CENTER
800-332-1414
DANGEROUS GOODS INCIDENTS - BC
 P.E.P. (Environment or Oil & Gas Incidents)
 INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS
800-663-3456
780-538-5249
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
 FAIRVIEW
 SPIRIT RIVER
 WORSLEY ALARM
 BONANZA ALARM
 DAWSON CREEK
 POUCE COUPE
 FORT ST JOHN
 FORT NELSON
780-835-4372
780-864-4111
780-685-3811
780-353-3911
250-782-9898
250-786-5794
250-785-4333
250-774-2222
FIRE MASTER
 GRANDE PRAIRIE
780-539-4400
HOSPITAL
 FAIRVIEW
 WORSLEY HEALTH UNIT
 GRANDE PRAIRIE
 SPIRIT RIVER
 DAWSON CREEK
 FORT ST JOHN
 FORT NELSON
780-835-6100
780-685-3927
780-538-7100
780-864-3993
250-782-8501
250-262-5200
250-774-8100
WCB
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
866-922-9221
888-621-7233
WCB
WCB
- Alberta
- BC
FORESTRY
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ALBERTA
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BC
780-427-3473
FISH & WILDLIFE
800-642-3800
HYDRO
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FAIRVIEW

GRANDE PRAIRIE

BC
780-835-2206
780-538-7000
888-769-3766
OILSPILL CO-OP (Area T- Alberta)

ALPINE ENVIRONMENT Sherry Paul
780-538-0050
FIRST AID UNIT

ALBERTA - IND. AMBULANCE

BC – ON-SITE ADV. MEDICAL SERV.
866-611-9911\
866-402-2339
PORTABLE BREATHING AIR TRAILER

FIRE MASTER

STANDARD SAFETY

WEL INDUSTRIES – Wayne L
780-539-4400
780-529-4017
780-864-1276
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1.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN GOAL
Haltech Testing Inc.’s goal is to reduce injuries, save lives and reduce costs if disaster strikes.
Fist aid equipment and supplies are to be clearly visible, maintained in a clean, dry and
serviceable condition, in a container that protects the contents from environment and is
clearly labeled.
Site personnel must know what needs to be done and how to get it done together. How we
respond could determine the extent of personal injury, public health threats, equipment loss
and environmental damage. Therefore, Haltech Testing Inc. will provide employees with
training which will include scenarios of potential emergencies in the oilfield industry.
Every reasonable effort must be made to control the hazards while the condition is being
corrected or an emergency response is being carried out. There are times when the
emergency procedures may be dangerous to the safety or health of workers. Be sure that only
those workers competent in correcting the condition and the minimum number of workers
necessary are exposed to the hazard.
2.
TRAINING
Haltech Testing Inc. is committed to providing adequate training to ensure that employee or
contractor safety is not compromised. All participants in the Emergency Response will take
the following basic training and records will be kept on file.
 Basic Safety Awareness and orientation
 PPE
 The use and the care of fire fighting equipment
 Rescue and Evacuation (for supervisors)
(Including simulated rescue or evacuation exercises and regular retraining, appropriate to the type
of rescue or evacuation that may be required.)
 Standard First Aid (including immobilization of the injured and procedures to call for
transportation of injured workers)
 WHMIS
 H2S Alive
 TDG
3.
POTENTIAL EMERGENCIES
An emergency may be the result of process upsets, uncontrolled reactions, fires, explosions,
threats, unplanned releases of hazardous materials, natural disasters such as earthquakes,
floods and winter storms.
Potential emergencies include:

Injury to worker

Fire (may involve hazardous materials)

Release of Hazardous or Controlled Product (leak / spill)

Climate/Natural Disasters (forest fire)
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Mechanical or process problems that can be solved routinely or by technical knowledge
alone are not considered emergencies.
Emergency Equipment & Fire Protection Plan
Haltech Testing Inc.’s worksite is built to code and is equipped with smoke/fire alarms, exit
signs and fire extinguishers. Emergency Equipment for each unit also includes:
First Aid supplies with Eye Wash
Shower
Fire fighting supplies
Cell Phone
H2S detector and SCBA when required
Survival Kit (seasonal)
Spill soak up pads
Emergency Contact List
4.
ACTION
1.
Recognize the Problem & Sound Alarm
2.
Evaluate the Hazard
3.
Take Control
4.
Call Out for Help
5.
Take Action
6.
Make Record and Follow Up
Following notification of a possible emergency, the supervisor in place and Haltech Testing
Inc.’s Operations Supervisor must evaluate the situation, the effect on personnel in the area
and the effect on other areas, including the community and the environment.
1. Haltech Testing Inc.’s Operations Supervisor has two choices:
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Initiate routine response and/or cleanup procedures for relatively small, nonthreatening emergencies or;
Activate the ERP thereby activating the Emergency Response Team.
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2.
First Aid Procedures see Tab #6 – Medium Risk
If someone is injured:
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3.
STAY CALM, assess the situation carefully.
First ask yourself “Is it safe to assist the victim or will rescuers be at risk?” If it is safe, call
for help and administer first aid. Then communicate with supervisor and they will arrange
for rescue or evacuation.
If safety is questionable, immediately contact Haltech Testing Inc.’s Operations Supervisor
and wait for instruction.
Next, consider the following questions:
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What equipment must be shut down?
Should the area be isolated? Fires involving gas require isolation.
Is evacuation necessary? Are surrounding area’s at risk?
What kind of resources and assistance are needed?
What key management personnel should be notified?
The supervisor and Haltech Testing Inc.’s Operations Supervisor have the responsibility for
coordinating all response measures and have the authority to commit resources in an imminent or
actual emergency situation.
Emergency Alerting Procedures
Upon discovery of any apparent emergency situation (spill, fire, explosion, personal injury, etc.),
contact Haltech Testing Inc.’s Operations Supervisor at the following number:
Hal Keith:
Lon Urness:
Micah Meunier
Home: 780-353-3763
Home: 780-353-2259
Cell:
Cell:
Cell:
780-864-0153
780-864-5881
780-864-0140
The following information is required to effectively deal with the emergency:
 Caller’s name
 Location of the emergency
 Nature of the emergency
 Number and severity of injuries
 Other relevant information
Alerting Environmental Agencies
It is the responsibility of the Environmental Compliance Manager to contact (and record that
contact) with environmental regulatory agencies of any reportable accidental spill or release.
Contact Hal of Haltech Testing Inc.’s at the office, 780-864-0153 or have the office staff contact
a supervisor.
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5
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN – SPILLS
Responsibilities
Haltech Testing Inc. has a responsibility to ensure that operations are carried out in a manner
that is safe and protects the environment. Haltech Testing Inc. is committed to taking every
precaution to control, store, handle, use and dispose of hazardous materials and substances.
Haltech Testing Inc. and its contractors will comply with all environmental regulations and
monitor operations to ensure that preventive measures are in place to minimize risk.
Supervisor is to do a head count immediately upon evacuating and report to Haltech Testing
Manager and notify emergency responders as necessary.
Manager is to notify emergency responders as necessary, or municipality and province as
required.
General Chemical Spill Response Techniques
In ideal situations, emergencies are assessed, contained and corrected quickly by the
discoverer. Reality suggests that these actions take time and often require a team of
responders.
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Identify the spilled material (MSDS) as quickly as possible.
Contact Haltech Testing Inc.’s Operations Supervisor immediately.
After assuring that the area is safe, remove any victims from the spill area as soon as
possible.
Obtain assistance in isolating the area from the workers.
Obtain and put on appropriate personal protective equipment. Eye, face and hand
equipment are recommended at a minimum.
Begin a containment process. Turn off pumps, close valves and dike the spill with
absorbent.
Now the emergency requires careful assessment. Fires, vapor clouds, ruptured pipes or
chemical reactions may dictate the need for evacuation. IF SO, CALL HALTECH’S
OPERATIONS MANAGER and EVACUATE THE AREA; if not, consider the next
step.
Listen to directions from Haltech Testing Inc.’s Operations Supervisor. Seek specific
manual or MSDS advice on your next action.
You may want to pump the material to containment, flush it to the waste water system,
neutralize it in place or simply absorb all free liquid.
Place all absorbed or neutralized material in approved 55 gallon drums in preparation
for removal (pending approval of method by Environmental Manager or their
designate).
Initiate decontamination of the area. Remember that soap and water may work best.
Under no circumstances should you use any other decontamination solution without
permission by the Environment Manager or their designate.
Decontaminate yourself at an appropriate location. Use soap and water or a neutralizing
solution approved by the Environment Manager.
Clean PPE or dispose of it with the drummed waste material.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN - FIRES
At Haltech Testing Inc.’s Shop/Office
Sound Alarm
Call 911
Evacuate to muster area
Call Haltech Testing Manager
Supervisor is to do a head count immediately upon evacuating and report to Haltech Testing
Manager.
Other Fire Discovery and Alerting
If at another site, we are required to IMMEDIATELY report ANY fire discovered, within a
forested area, to Lands and Forest Services. All fire reports are to be directed to:
Fire Master
Grande Prairie
780-539-4400
IMMEDIATE reports must also occur where accidental equipment fires occur.
Forest look-out towers cannot always identify resulting smoke as an equipment fire.
Unnecessary deployment of Forest Service Resources could be prevented by reporting such
fires immediately.
In the event that the Forest Service cannot be contacted, IMMEDIATE contact should be
made with Haltech Testing Inc.’s office, personnel in the field or at home. Supervisory
personnel will then ensure that the information is forwarded to Lands and Forest Services,
preferably at the local fire district level.
When calling, the person should be prepared to provide the Forest Service with the following
information:
 Name
 Telephone number
 Fire location (as detailed as possible)
 Time of discovery
 Any fire or weather details observed
 Fuel type (ie. timber, slash, grass)
 Wind direction
 Potential danger to men and equipment
 Action being taken
Suppression
When a fire occurs:
1. Sound Alarm. Notify the rest of the crew and cease operations.
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2. Designate one member of the crew to IMMEDIATELY REPORT the fire to the Lands &
Forest Service. This person shall remain available to communicate details of the fire and
suppression activity being taken and required.
3. The remaining crew shall begin suppression actions IMMEDIATELY.
4. Proper PPE for firefighting (Firefighter’s Protective Clothing for Protection Against
Heat and Flame.) must be worn if required to approach the seat of a fire or enter a
structure or other hazardous area during an emergency.
5. The person in charge of the crew during suppression operations will continue to supervise
the effort until Lands & Forest Service personnel arrive on the site. The person in charge
will designate someone to document:
 How and where the fire originated
 The time of discovery
 The time initial suppression action was taken
 The time remainder of crew arrived on the fire scene
 The time equipment arrived or was set up (cats, pumps, etc.)
The crew MUST continue fire suppression action or other assigned duties until relieved by
Lands & Forest Services.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN - H2S EXPOSURE
Introduction
H2S can be found in many job-sites, not just petroleum industry operations. It may
accumulate wherever a mixture of hydrocarbons and sulphur are found. Oil and gas fields
and tank cars have the potential to contain significant amounts of the gas. Beside these
locations, there are a variety of organic sources where H2S can be found, including such
unlikely spots as ships’ holds, mine shafts, pulp mills, swamps and sewers. H2S is a natural
by-product of organic decay.
Locations of H2S
No job site can be excluded as a potential source since every sector of the oil and gas
industry can be contaminated by H2S.
The point of release on any site is important to know so you can take appropriate action to
avoid the gas. Wind direction is critically important because it affects the ability to detect the
gas, influences the level of concentration and obviously determines the rate of movement of
the gas both on site and towards the surrounding areas.
Identifying areas where the gas will likely be found is another useful strategy for determining
specific sources. Look for traps formed by buildings or natural landform depressions that
can become specific danger spots in an incident. Since H2S is heavier than air it will tend to
settle or concentrate in low lying areas.
Emergency Medical Response to H2S Exposure
Emergency Response
First Aid
Rescue
Step One: Evacuate immediately
Step Two: Sound the alarm
Step Three: Assess the situation
Step Four: Protect rescue personnel
Step Five: Rescue victim
Step Six: Revive victim
Step Seven: Get medical aid
Supervisor is to do a head count immediately upon evacuating and report to Haltech Testing
Manager. Manager to dispatch assistance immediately and report as is required by
municipality or province as required.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN - NATURAL DISASTER
Earthquake
Do Not Run outside. The possibility of being struck by falling debris is far more prevalent leaving a
building during an earthquake.
Do get under a desk or other solid protection such as a heavy table. Alert everyone else in the area.
Avoid doorways. Protect yourself from exploding windows or falling debris. Remain under a solid
structure till the earthquake subsides. If in your vehicle, pull over as soon as is safe, and stay in your
vehicle.
Do evacuate to muster area when shaking has subsided.
Supervisor is to do a head count immediately upon evacuating and report to Haltech Testing
Manager. Notify emergency responders as necessary.
Tornado
Do Not Run outside. The possibility of being struck by debris is far more prevalent.
Alarm everyone else. Do get underground if possible or into the most interior small room
(bathroom). Stay away from windows and doors. If in your vehicle, get as far away from the
tornado as possible or drive to a building, preferable with a basement to get protection.
Do evacuate to muster area when tornado has passed.
Supervisor is to do a head count immediately upon evacuating and report to Haltech Testing
Manager. Notify emergency responders as necessary.
Winter Storm
Carry winter survival kit. If road conditions have become impassable, stay at the office or on
location and remain warm.
If on the road and you become stranded, Do Not leave your vehicle to try to walk to safety in a
blizzard.
Avoid over exertion and exposure
Stay in your car
Keep fresh air in your car
Run your motor sparingly
Use a candle for heat instead of the car’s heater
Set out a warning light or flares
Put on the dome light (but don’t wear down your battery)
Exercise your limbs vigorously
Keep watch for traffic or searchers
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