HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY

AQUA DESIGNS HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY

Aqua Designs is committed to providing a place of work where employees are confident
that their health, safety and welfare at work is considered to be of the utmost importance at
all times. Aqua Designs is also committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for
others who may be affected by its activities like contractors and visitors to the site.
Aqua Designs intends to achieve the Policy through the following Health & Safety
Objectives:
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to provide adequate control of the health and safety risks arising from our work

activities.
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to consult with our employees on matters affecting their health and safety.
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to provide and maintain safe plant and equipment.
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to ensure safe handling and use of substances.
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to provide information, instruction and supervision for employees.
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to ensure all employees are competent to do their tasks, and to give them adequate

training.
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to prevent accidents and cases of work-related ill health.
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to maintain safe and healthy working conditions.
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to review and revise this policy as necessary at regular intervals.
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Comply with the requirements of all relevant statutory and regulatory bodies.
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Provide & maintain safe & healthy work place through operational procedures, safe

systems and methods of work.

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Work with contractors & customers to facilitate their Health & Safety performance

improvement and also make it obligatory for them to follow the plant safety rules,

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procedures, systems and safe practices.

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COMPLIANCE WITH STATUTORY & REGULATORY BODIES

All the operators, Site in charges and Engineers employed in Aqua Designs and drawing a
salary upto Rs.10000/- are covered under ESI.
Personnel with salary above Rs.10001/- are covered under Mediclaim Policy of M/S.
Starhealth Insurance.
LIST OF ACTIVITIES INVOLVED IN OUR LINE OF WORK :
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Hot Work
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Working at Heights
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Working in confined places
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Working with Chemicals
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Handling heavy material
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Exposure to Sewage

RISK ASSESSMENT
To perform risk assessments by:
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Using competent personnel to identify workplace hazards.
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Making a suitable and sufficient evaluation of the health and safety risks posed by

their work activities and anyone else affected by them, so far as is reasonably
practicable.
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Determining and implementing any remedial actions required to remove or

reduce the identified risks. This includes management programmes to ensure the
controls are maintained.

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Recording the significant findings of the risk assessment.

Risk assessments are also the first piece of 'evidence'

sought by regulators in the event of an accident
investigation or a prosecution being brought. Assessing
the risks posed by work place hazards is the key practical
task of health and safety management. The aim is to
ensure that hazards are comprehensively identified,
evaluated and where significant, managed. It is a central
feature of health and safety legislation covering hazardous
substances, display screen equipment, manual handling,
and fire safety (among many other more specialized
topics). The methodology is similar in each case.

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Risk assessment is not an end in itself, but a means of ensuring that the most significant
workplace risks are managed to implement sufficient and cost effective controls. These
might include elimination of the hazard, engineering controls, safe systems of work, 'permit
to work' procedures, safety training, or use of personal protective equipment. The process of
risk assessment lends itself to a continuous cycle of work improvement - one of the basic
principles of effective management.
Staff with line management responsibility are responsible for assessing the risks to health
and safety of staff under their control. The assessment will:
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Identify any hazards
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Identify who might be harmed by the hazards
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Assess the level of risk
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Evaluate the effectiveness of any existing control measures.
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Identify any further control measures considered necessary to make the risk

acceptable.
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Record the significant findings of

the risk assessment.

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Bring the significant findings to

the attention of all staff (and

others) affected.
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Ensure staff are trained on

procedures or working practices

introduced as a consequence of
the risk assessment.

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Review and update the risk

assessment regularly (annually

or when working

procedures

alter significantly)
Heads of departments are responsible
for coordinating the risk assessment
process and ensuring that adequate
resources are provided to carry out the
assessments effectively and introduce
any necessary control measures.

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HOT WORK
Purpose:
This policy is designed to minimize or eliminate fire hazards associated with hot work
operations and injury and illness caused by hot work (such as, welding
fumes, UV light, sparks, noise, or skin injury).
Scope :
All workers performing hot work such as welding, cutting, brazing,
soldering, and grinding jobs.
Definition :
Hot work is that work that might create sufficient heat or spark which could
start a fire from ignition of flammable or combustible materials in the space,
and from leaks of flammable gas into the space, from hot work equipment.
Process
Step-1: Ensure fire safety equipment is available and in good working
condition.
Step-2: Ensure hot work equipment is in good working condition.
Step-3: Do not work alone, have at least one other person present at all
times.
Step-4: Check the area 35 feet around for combustible material.
Step-5: Inspect the work area to ensure that all fuel and ignition sources are
isolated by shielding, clearing the area, lockout/tagout, soaking flammable

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material with water.

Step-6: Wear appropriate PPE, such as face shield, leather welder's vest, ear
plugs and gloves with long sleeves. Use cotton or denim clothing.
Step-7: Provide UV shielding for arc welding where practical.
Step-8: Leak test gas torches, gauges, and hoses.
Step-9: Ensure adequate ventilation from toxic welding and cutting fumes.
Documentation:
1) Permits shall be issued and logged on a job-to-job basis. No permits shall be issued for
general work in any location. Each specific job shall be issued a separate permit.
2) Logs will be maintained to record the issue and retraction of hot work permits. The log
shall be kept in such a manner as to identify each permit issued, the time of issue, time of
completion, work area and other necessary information as required.
Reference : Aqua Designs Health & Safety Manual to be referred

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WORKING AT HEIGHTS
Purpose
To prevent accidents that may occur due to fall from heights and ensure safety of the
workers.
Scope
Erection Contractors, Operators, Engineers and Managers
Definition
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Workers performing work with their feet at or over 2 metres such as:
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On any plant or structure being constructed, inspected, repaired etc,
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On a fragile or potential unstable surface
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On a sloping or slippery surface
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On close proximity to an edge In proximity of a hole, shaft or pit which is

of sufficient dimensions for a person to fall in.

Process
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Plan to do as much of the work as possible at low level
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Do not work at height unless it is absolutely unavoidable
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Provide a secure platform which will be securely footed on stable ground

support
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Provide guard rails to the platform.Provide barriers on open edges, holes

and openings in the platformfloor, the edges of roofs and working areas.
Documentation

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Inspection should be carried out before workers commence work and

documented. The following particulars should be available in the report of
inspection
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The name and address of the person for whom the inspection was

carried out.
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The location of the work equipment inspected.
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A description of the work equipment inspected.
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The date and time of the inspection.
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Details of any matter identified that could give rise to a risk to the health or safety of

any person.
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Details of any action taken as a result of any matter identified in paragraph five.
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Details of any further action considered necessary.
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The name and position of the person making the report.

Reference : Aqua designs Health & Safety Manual to be referred

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WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE

Purpose
To control the hazard posed by a confined space and to minimise the risk of
injury or disease arising from such a source
Scope
Plant Operators, Service personnel
Definition
A confined space is an enclosed, or partly enclosed, space which:
a) is not intended, or designed, primarily as a place of work,
b) may have a restricted means for entry and exit, and,
c) may

- not have a safe level of oxygen,

- contain harmful levels of airborne contaminants (or the
potential for such to be released by the nature of the work
being undertaken within the space),
- have unfavorable natural ventilation or lack of oxygen
- facilitate engulfment
- Other recognizable hazards

Process
Life support safety is critical during confined space operations. The
following items are requirements for safeguarding confined spaces:

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Employees must wear appropriate personal protective equipment at

all times.
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Employees must use belts, lifelines, and/or winches, as appropriate
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Keeping a log of all authorized entrants working within the confined

space
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Maintaining constant verbal contact with the authorized entrants

within a confined space

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Initiating evacuation procedures whenever conditions within or

outside the confined space pose a new hazard.

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Documentation
Before entering a confined space, an entry permit should be written. It should contain at least
the following information:
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The length of time the permit is valid for
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The name(s) of the worker(s) that will enter the confined space
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The name of the attendant and/or supervisor.
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The location of the confined space
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The work that is to be done in the confined space
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The date and time of entry into the confined space and the anticipated time ofexit
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The details of any atmospheric testing done of the confined space - when, where,

results, date monitoring equipment was last calibrated

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The use of mechanical ventilation and other protective equipment needed and any

other precautions that will be followed by every worker who is going to enterthe
confined space
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The protective equipment and emergency equipment to be used by any person who

takes part in a rescue or responds to other emergency situations in the

confined space
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A signature of a worker who did the confined space testing. The signature on the permit

would indicate that adequate precautions are being taken to control the anticipated
hazards
The entry permit should be posted at the confined space and remain so until the work is
completed. The employer should keep a copy of the completed permit on file.

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Reference: Aqua Designs Health & Safety Manual to be referred.

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WORKING WITH CHEMICALS

Purpose :
This policy is intended to protect people from ill health caused by
exposure to hazardous substances such as chemicals
Scope :
O&M and E&C Engineers, Operators, Service Engineers, Lab Personnel
Definition : They are substances that are very toxic, harmful, corrosive
etc. Other hazardous substances include Biological agents such as
bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites, Asphyxiates such as carbon
dioxide and nitrogen and Carcinogens such as tobacco smoke or radon
gas.
Process:
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Use engineering control measures including ventilation and

exhaust system, temperature control, stirring facility, appropriate

container.
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Employees must wear safety glasses with side shields, closed toe

footwear and chemically resistant gloves while handling or using

chemicals
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Understand contingency measures, and in case of accident follow

emergency procedures including procedures for fire fighting,

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evacuation, first aid, treatment of spillage

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Be in possession of MSDS of all chemicals that are being handled

Documentation :
The followings details have to be documented:
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Name of the person handling the chemical
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Name of the chemical and its expiry date
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Quantity of chemical utilised
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Name of the Supervisor
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Checklist of the precautionary measures taken prior to starting

work
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Existence of any injury at the time of work.

Reference : Aqua Designs Health & Safety Manual to be referred

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HANDLING HEAVY MATERIAL

Purpose
To identify and reduce the risk of injury that may occur through manual handling
activities
Scope
Erection Contractors, Operators
Definition
Manual material handling involves lifting, carrying, lowering, pushing, pulling
and shoveling
Process
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Check all packaging and articles for sharp edges and projections before

lifting
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Ensure that there are no obstructions in your path before lifting any

article.
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Where this is not feasible, a number of workers may have to share the

load
Documentation
The following details should be recorded:
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Name of the person handling the work

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Nature of work (whether working at height or confined space )
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Approximate weight of the equipment being handled
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Name of the Supervisor.
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Checklist of the precautionary measures taken prior to starting work

Reference : Aqua designs Health & Safety Manual to be referred.

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EXPOSURE TO SEWAGE
Purpose
To protect from hazardous properties that may render it harmful to human
health or the environment
Scope
O&M Operators, E&C Engineers, Service Engineers
Definition
This includes raw sewage, sewage sludge, or septic tank waste. Raw sewage
is mainly water containing excrement, industrial effluent and debris.
Excrement is the major source of harmful micro-organisms, including
bacteria, viruses and parasites. Sewage treatment reduces the water
content and removes debris, but does not kill or remove all the microorganisms.
Process
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Provide suitable personal protective equipment that may include

waterproof / abrasion-resistant gloves, footwear, eye and respiratory

protection. Face visors are particularly effective against splashes.
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Provide adequate welfare facilities, including clean water, soap,

nailbrushes,

disposable paper towels, and where heavy

contamination is foreseeable, showers. For remote locations portable

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welfare facilities should be provided.

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Provide adequate first-aid equipment, including clean water or

sterilewipes for cleansing wounds, and a supply of sterile, waterproof,

adhesive dressings
Documentation
To document the following details:
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Name of the person doing the work
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Immunization taken for infectious diseases
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Any injury or disease present at the time of work
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Name of the Supervisor.
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Checklist of the precautionary measures taken prior to starting work.

Reference : Aqua Designs Health & Safety Manual to be referred

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FIRE SAFETY
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All employees are required to familiarize themselves with the fire drill before

commencing work.
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Alarms will be tested weekly. Fire fighting equipment will be

inspected and a certificate issued by a competent authority on an

annual basis.
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Fire exits must be kept clear at all times. No fire door to or from an

occupied room may be locked

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Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.
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Flammable materials must never be exposed to hot surfaces or

direct heat sources.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Personal protective equipment is the first line of defense against shock
and electrical burns
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Keep boots, gloves and other gear in good condition
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Wear non-conductive protection on your head, face, hands, and

feet. Use insulated tools or handling equipment, such as nonconductive ropes and protective shields
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Switch off all electrical equipment after use. Do not overload

sockets
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Do not allow wires to project into the walkways where they present

a tripping hazard
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Use a residual circuit breaker when operating a portable hand tool.

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Place a rubber mat near the Panel Board

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

The main requirement of the PPE is that personal protective equipment is
to be supplied and used at work wherever there are risks to health and
safety that cannot be adequately controlled in other ways.
It also requires that PPE:
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is properly assessed before use to ensure it is suitable;
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is maintained and stored properly;
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is provided with instructions on how to use it safely; and
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is used correctly by employees

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THE HAZARDS AND TYPES OF PPE.

EYES

FACE SHIELD

Goggles

Hazards : Chemical or metal splash, dust, projectiles, gas and vapour, radiation
Options : Safety spectacles, goggles, face shields, visors
HEAD

BUMP CAP

HELMET

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Hazards : Impact from falling or flying objects, risk of head bumping, hair entanglement.
Options : A range of helmets and bump caps.
BREATHING

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PROTECTING THE BODY

BOILER SUIT

HIGH VISIBILITY CLOTHING

Hazards : Temperature extremes, adverse weather, chemical or metal splash, spray from
pressure leaks or spray guns, impact or penetration, contaminated dust, excessive wear
or entanglement of own clothing.
Options : Conventional or disposable overalls, boiler suits, specialist protective clothing,
eg chain-mail aprons, high-visibility clothing.
HANDS AND ARMS

GAUNTLET

MITTS

Hazards : Abrasion, temperature extremes, cuts and punctures, impact, chemicals,

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electric shock, skin infection, disease or contamination.

Options : Gloves, gauntlets, mitts, wrist cuffs, armlets
FEET AND LEGS

TOE CAP

GAITERS

Hazards : Wet, electrostatic build-up, slipping, cuts and punctures, falling objects, metal
and chemical splash, abrasion.
Options: Safety boots and shoes with protective toe caps and penetration-resistant midsole, gaiters, leggings

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TRAINING
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Make sure anyone using PPE is aware of why it is needed, when it is to be used,

repaired or replaced and its limitations

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Train and instruct people how to use it properly and make sure they are doing this
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Because PPE is the last resort after other methods of protection have been

considered, it is important that users wear it all the time they are exposed to the risk
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Check regularly that PPE is being used and investigate fully any reasons why it is not.

Safety signs can be useful reminders to wear PPE

MAINTENANCE
Make sure equipment is:
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Well looked after and properly stored when it is not being used, for example in a dry,

clean cupboard, or in the case of smaller items, such as eye protection, in a box or
case; kept clean and in good repair - follow the manufacturer's

maintenance

schedule (including recommended replacement periods and shelf lives)

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Simple maintenance can be carried out by the trained wearer, but more intricate

repairs should only be done by specialists

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Make sure suitable replacement PPE is always readily available

RECORD KEEPING
All records will be kept in the Personal Protective Equipment section of the Safety Manual.
ORGANIZATION'S COMMITMENT
It is the Policy of Aqua Designs to take all possible steps to ensure the health, safety and
welfare of all employees and other persons engaged in work for the organization and any

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third parties who come into contact with the business.

It is the duty of each employee to comply with the company safety policy and to co-operate
with the management of the company to ensure that the work place remains as safe as
possible
If any person is in any doubt as to whether anything is safe or unsafe then they must assume
that it is unsafe until further guidance has been given by their manager or by the safety
officer
The Board of Directors of the company is fully committed to maintaining safe systems of
work and fully recognizes their overall responsibility for safety in the work place. Any
member of staff who does not comply with this safety policy or any other safety
requirement will be liable to disciplinary action.

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ORGANIZATION AND LINES OF RESPONSIBILITY

Overall responsibility for the health and safety of all persons within the company rests with the
Board of Directors of Aqua Designs.
The Board of Directors delegates this responsibility to the individual operations managers for the
purposes of the day to day running of the operation with the direct assistance of individual line
managers and supervisors. Aqua Designs has nominated O&M Manager as its Safety Officer who
has overall group responsibility for reviewing and making recommendations on all matters
relating to health and safety.
The safety officer will ensure through the management organization that:
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All persons employed by the company receive adequate health and safety

training. In addition employees will receive adequate instruction and supervision to enable
them to undertake their work in a safe manner
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All plant and equipment are suitable for their intended purpose and that it is maintained in

a safe condition at all times

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All persons working on site, whether or not employees of the company, are

adequately notified of all known hazards and protective measures

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That the company risk assessments, along with all other safety documentation, are

brought to the attention of all relevant parties.

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All employees are required to comply with their legal requirements as per

statutory provisions. All staff must co-operate with the management of the
company to allow it to comply with the legal requirements for health and safety.
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Individual members of staff, who have any concern regarding their own safety, or that of a

third party, are responsible for reporting the matter to their manager without delay.

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All members of staff will receive a copy of this safety policy and will be required to sign to state
that they have read and understood it. New members of staff will be required to read and sign a
copy of this safety policy before they start work and their manager will familiarize, explain and
assist them to begin work in a safe manner
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
In case of emergency situation at site, the following personnel are to be intimated as per the
order given below
1)

Safety Officer

2)

E&C Manager / Site in Charge

3)

Project Manager

4)

General Manager

5)

Managing Director

TRAINING
General induction training will be provided for all new members of staff. Additional training will
be provided for nominated members of staff as required. The planning of training in health safety
is the responsibility of the safety officer. Documented training records will be maintained

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CLEANLINESS
Good housekeeping in all areas is an essential feature of safety and the prevention of
accidents
Staff working in all areas must have regard to the following:v
Ensure that loose and worn flooring is reported to your supervisor.
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Ensure all entrances, corridors, walkways and exit doors are kept clear of

obstructions at all times.

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Close all cabinets, cupboards and drawers after use
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Never overload shelving or store heavy items above head height except on load

bearing purpose built racking.

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Never leave a lit cigarette unattended in the designated smoking area
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Clear away immediately any dangerous substance or spillage. Dangerous

substances are marked and are defined as toxic, harmful, irritant, flammable or
oxidizing.
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Dust and fumes should not be inhaled. If dust or fumes are produced by any

activity then cease the task immediately until protective measures have been put
into place.
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Equipment must not be left where it can be a tripping hazard

VISITORS & CONTRACTORS

Any contractor carrying out work at the premises may be required to provide the
following details to the safety officer in advance of the work commencing:
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Risk Assessments
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Chemical Safety Assessments
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Liability Insurance Cover

Contractors carrying out electrical, gas or hot works will be issued with a permit to work
before commencing work. A permit to work will also be required for persons working at
height or in confined spaces
All contractors working for Aqua Designs are required to comply with this safety policy and
with all other written safety instructions

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Health and Safety Induction Training Form
Employees Name :

Reference No :

Job Title :

Start Date :

Training Provided

Date of Training

Employee
Signature

Training Signature

Safety Policy - Explain

Housekeeping control
Access/Egress
Hazard Reporting
First aid Facilities
Accident Reporting

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Accident book Location

Fire Evacuation Procedure
Chemical Safety

Trainer :

Date :

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ACCIDENT / DISEASE / DANGEROUS OCCURRENCE INVESTIGATION &
ACTION REPORT
Accident Reference Number:
Injured Person
Name :

Age :

Occupation:

Length Of Service:

Years:

Employee / Trainee / Agency Worker /Contractor / Visitor / Others (Please Specify)

Incident Details
Date:

Time:

Reported To :

Designation:

Location of Accident:

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Details of Witness to Accident:

Explanation of how incident occurred:

Recommendation to prevent recurrence

Action recommended

Date of action

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Aqua Designs India Limited

Off 200 Feet Road,
Kolathur, Chennai - 600 099, India

Phone :
Fax
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Email :
Web :

+91 44 37171717
+91 44 37171737
sales@aquadesigns.in
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