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CONSTRUCTION PREMISES Flashcards

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GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY

It can be incredibly dangerous places, with countless hazards that can cause serious injury or even death.

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Construction sites

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It must be a top priority on every construction site.

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Safety

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It is the process of creating a site plan according to the zoning code of the area.

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site planning

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It is a drawing that shows the existing and proposed conditions of a parcel of land and the arrangement of buildings, parking, drives, landscaping, and any other structure that is part of a development project

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site plan

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It also shows the access, drainage, privacy, slopes, tree cover, and utility lines of the site.

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site plan

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

The suitability of the roads to transport all requirements for the suggested construction site and also for general circulation should be examined.

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site access

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

It is the hub of the construction site. This is where workers will sign in and sign out.

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site offices

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

Includes the type and expected numbers of staff at the construction site, determining the location for offices to provide quick and easy access for visitors, and also giving a good view of the construction site.

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workers accommodation

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

Considers the
* quantity of materials
* type of materials
* suitable weather and security protections
* provision of sufficient storage space and working area around the storage

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storage considerations

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

  • The coordination between various services at the site is fundamental.

*Considers the:
type of temporary services,
location of the required services
time in which the gives services are needed

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temporary services

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

If the plan is stationary, then specify a suitable area for its placement and provide good hard standing.

Considers the:
* Plant type
* Time
* Location of its requirements

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PLANT CONSIDERATIONS

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

  • The contract may specify the type of the required fencing.
  • The record of vandalism of the area may help whether fencing is needed or not.
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fencing considerations

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CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS

The considerations discussed should meet the minimum requirements of the applicable health and safety regulations

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safety and health considerations

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TYPES OF SAFETY SIGNS USED IN CONSTRUCTION SITES

  • These signs are specific to an action that must take place in certain areas of your construction site “must be worn”.
  • These hazard safety signs usually have a white background and black text with a blue circle.
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mandatory signs

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TYPES OF SAFETY SIGNS USED IN CONSTRUCTION SITES

  • It is specific to actions that are not permitted. These could be actions such as “you cannot”.
  • It is usually** black text** on a white background and a **red circle with a line **through an image displaying a particular action.
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prohibition signs

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TYPES OF SAFETY SIGNS USED IN CONSTRUCTION SITES

  • It is also known as** hazard sign**s, are specific to warn people of a particular hazard or potential hazards and ultimately improve safety.
  • It use the hazard symbol of a black triangle and text on a yellow background addressing the danger.
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Warning signs

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TYPES OF SAFETY SIGNS USED IN CONSTRUCTION SITES

  • These workplace signs help workers find the location of emergency related facilities and equipment.
  • These could be facilities such as emergency exits, first aid kits and so on.
  • It usually has white text on a green background.
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emergency information signs

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TYPES OF SAFETY SIGNS USED IN CONSTRUCTION SITES

  • These signs are specific to warn of hazards or potential hazards or dangerous goods that are likely to be life-threatening. *
  • It have black text and a red oval on the top with the word ‘DANGER’ written in white.
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danger signs

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MEANING OF COLORS ON SAFETY SIGNS

  • Danger Alarm
  • Prohibition
  • Do Not
  • You Must
  • Stop It If You Are
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Red

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MEANING OF COLORS ON SAFETY SIGNS

  • Warning
  • You Have Been Warned
  • Be Careful
  • Be Aware
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Yellow/ Amber

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MEANING OF COLORS ON SAFETY SIGNS

  • Mandatory
  • You Must Do
  • Obey
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Blue

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MEANING OF COLORS ON SAFETY SIGNS

  • Emergency Escape
  • First Aid
  • No Danger
  • Follow This Sign To Reach Safety
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Green

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MEANING OF COLORS ON SAFETY SIGNS

Here is The Fire Equipment

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Red (fire-fighting signs)

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  • It refer to the rate or means of entry and exit to a workplace of work area.
  • Routes that provide it should be controlled, safe, suitably constructed, kept free of obstructions, and well-maintained.
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SAFETY ACCESS AND EGRESS

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

All construction sites shall be readily accessible by fire department apparatus by means of roadway having an all weather driving service of not less than 20 feet of unobstructed width.

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Fire Department Access Roadways

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

Where underground water mains and they are required for the building(s) under construction, they shall be installed, completed, and in service prior to combustible construction material arriving on site.

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Fire Hydrants

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

The address numbers of the property or project location shall be clearly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property at the fire apparatus access point or as otherwise approved.

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Premises Identification

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

Wood, cardboard, packing material, form lumber, and similar it shall not be accumulated within buildings.

The waste material shall be removed from the building(s) at the end of each shift of work.

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Combustible Debris

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

It is similar material shall be stored in metal or other approved containers equipped with tight-fitting covers.

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Oily Rags

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

It shall be stored a minimum of 20 feet from buildings under construction or undergoing alteration.

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Combustible Material Storage

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

  • It is such as those that are LPG fueled, shall be listed and shall be installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Heating devices shall be properly secured and kept clear from combustible materials.
  • Refueling operations shall be conducted in an approved manner.
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Temporary heating equipment

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

It is prohibited anywhere inside or on the roof of new buildings under construction or in the project work area of buildings undergoing alteration.

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Smoking

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TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

All vehicles shall be parked a minimum of 20 feet from new buildings under construction.

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Vehicle parking

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY

The most common types of electrical hazards that cause injuries fall into three categories.

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  • FIRE
  • SHOCKS
  • BURNS
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As the conductor heats, any objects with a flash point lower than heat being generated will cause it.

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FIRE

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It is the number one cause of fire in the
construction industry.

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Electricity

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One of the dangers with electricity is that a person can unknowingly complete a circuit and cause harm to themselves.

The **human body is made up of more than 75% water **and easily conducts electricity

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SHOCKS

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It is caused by having enough current pass through the body tissue to literally cook the tissue.

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ELECTRICAL BURN

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It can also be caused by arc blast.

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ELECTRICAL BURN

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confined spaces

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  • Toxic Atmosphere
  • Oxygen Deficiency
  • Oxygen Enrichment
  • Flammable or Explosive Atmospheres
  • Flowing Liquid or Free Flowing Solids
  • Excessive Heat
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A person shall not carry out work in Confined Spaces if it is reasonably practical that it could be avoided.

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TRUE

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If the work **must be carried out Hazard Identification and Risk
Assessment **must be carried out prior to the work commencing.

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TRUE

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A person shall not enter a confined space unless there is a system of work in place that has been planned, organised, performed and maintained so as to render that work safe and without risk to health.

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TRUE

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**Anyone entering **a confined space must be provided with appropriate information, training and instruction appropriate to the particular characteristics of the proposed work activities.

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TRUE

45
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It may be the first evidence of a deteriorating safety and health program.

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housekeeping

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THE 5S OF GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

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  • Seiri (sort/eliminate)
  • Seiton (systematize/organize)
  • Seiso (sweep/clean/polish)
  • Seiketsu (sanitize/standardize)
  • Shitsuke (self-discipline/training)
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“TAKE OUT UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND DISPOSE”

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seiri

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“ARRANGE NECESSARY ITEMS IN GOOD ORDER FOR USE”

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seiton

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“CLEAN YOUR WORKPLACE”

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seiso

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“MAINTAIN A HIGH STANDARD OF HOUSEKEEPING”

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seiketsu

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self-discipline/training

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Shitsuke

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