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Health & Safety Policy

Governs the Health & Safety Procedures

 

Structfab Detailers have their immense role in construction industry and have their part to play looking after their own health and safety and in improving the industry's health and safety record.

 

Structfab Detailers, A2 - 410 , Kasturi Plaza , Manpada Road, Dombavali (E) - 42120, Mumbai, India.


General Statement of Policy

 

Structfab Detailers truly believes that “Construction Industry is involved in creating future and one should be careful in taking every step”. It is a globally acknowledged fact that one of the most important factors determining the attainment of any organization’s goals and objectives is its motivated and satisfied workforce. Structfab Detailers genuinely cares for its employees and this is reflected in our commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace.

 

This policy will be used to govern the health and safety procedure are strictly complied by our employees and also to maintain healthy work conditions, equipments and systems of work for all our employees, and to facilitate subsequent information, training and supervision as required for this purpose. We also take a responsibility for the health and safety measures to be adhered during any client project carried.

 

In order to adhere to the duties to maintain safety matters and the particular arrangements which Structfab have made to implement the policy are set out below which is responsibility of all employees, contract workforce. The HSSE policy will be kept up to date, particularly as the business changes in nature and size. To ensure this, the policy and the way in which it has operated will be reviewed on a regular basis.

  

Bhupendra Shah
Director


Responsibilities

 
  • The overall responsibility to maintain and review the health and safety in the company is bestowed on :
    Bhupendra Shah
    Aditya Shah
  • The below listed employees are responsible for ensuring that the requirements of health and safety regulations are complied with on behalf of the company.
    Rakesh –Workstations, Equipment and Cable Testing
    Meena Shah - Administration
    All staff - Visitors
    Kailash - First Aid
    Jayesh Hamirani – other
  • All employees of Structfab Detailers are responsible to cooperate to achieve the standards set by company for health and safe work environment for themselves and others.
  • Safety rules and recommended work practices drawn up by the company of any equipment must be observed at all times.
  • Whenever an employee notices a health or safety problem or hazard which they are unable to put right, they must immediately advise the appropriate person named above.
  • Further information on the Health & Safety regulations is available from Vikram Mokani.
  • Employees working on or visiting a customer's site should abide by the customer’s health & safety policy. If in doubt always ask for clarification from their safety officer.

Obligations

 

The company has to ensure that the health, safety and welfare of its employees at work with particular reference to the provision of:

 

  • Safer workplace and systems of work
  • Arrangements for the safe use, handling, storage and transport of articles and substances.
  • Safety training, a safe place of work with safe access/exit and a healthy working environment.

 

It also has similar obligations towards other persons who may be either on its premises or affected by its activities. Employees also have responsibilities to take reasonable care of themselves and other persons affected by their actions, and to co-operate with their employer in the implementation of duties required by the HSSE policy.

 

The following rules and procedures are intended to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that both the Company and its employees are fulfilling their respective obligations.


First Aid

 

It is the policy of the company to have a certified first aid kit available in the office premises reachable to all employees and visitors.


Accident Book

 

All accidents, however slight, to employees whilst they are at work and to all other persons on company premises must be reported immediately. Injuries should be recorded in the accident book.

 

The RIDDOR Regulations - (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) require that certain injuries, dangerous occurrences and prescribed diseases are notified to the Health & Safety Executive. Details of the incidents requiring reporting in this way are available from Vikram Mokani.

 

The person responsible for recording accident details and reporting incidents: Meena Shah

The first aider is: Meena Shah Tel: 286 1778 (all departments)

Tel: Emergency 108

The accident record book is in the kitchen area by the first aid box.


Fire Procedures

 

The procedure to be followed in the event of a fire is displayed on the company notice boards and repeated in Appendix 1. From time to time there will be fire drills and these should be taken seriously by all personnel.

 

Fire extinguishers of various types are provided; please note the positions and their intended use.

 

Intended use

 

Location of extinguishers

In the area of:

Front Entrance

Employees are asked to ensure that fire extinguishers are not removed from the designated sites.


Fire Exits

 

Fire exits should be kept clear of obstructions at all times.


Safety Training

 

It is company policy to provide all the training necessary to ensure that employees are able to do their job safely. No employees should be allowed to use any equipment or materials which may be dangerous or hazardous unless they have been instructed in the use and dangers, and the precautions taken.


Visitors and Contractors

 

All self-employed persons, visitors and contractors must abide by the company safety procedures. The person being visited should advise the visitor as appropriate on their arrival. They should sign-in on arrival, and advice on their departure. If a contractor is to carry out work on site then a discussion needs to establish how any risks from their work can be avoided.


Working on Customer's Premises

 

All employees, or sub-contracted personnel, who work on a customer’s site must be competent and able to work unsupervised. Employees working at customer's premises should abide by their Health & Safety policy. In addition to the statutory responsibilities employees must comply with site safety rules and any associated codes of practice relevant to the work being undertaken in respect of the contract.

 

The company will appoint a company representative for each relevant contract who will be responsible for receiving safety documents and attending any meetings with the customer's representatives at which the implications and extent of the health and safety requirements for the contract can be reviewed.

 

Employees must attend any required training sessions.

 

Employees must ensure that all equipment taken on site is in good condition, complies with the relevant statutory requirements and is used safely.


Housekeeping and Premises

 

Access

Employees should assist in keeping all areas of the workplace in a safe and clean condition and ensure that there is safe access to all areas at all times.

 

Cleanliness

The offices will be cleaned regularly.

 

Waste disposal

All waste bins will be emptied regularly. Wherever possible waste paper should be recycled.

 

Telephones

Materials are provided to enable employees to sanitize and clean their ‘phones.

 

Safe stacking

All items are to be stacked so that they do not stick out beyond the supporting shelf.

 

Gangways/Exits

All main gangways and Fire Exits are to kept clear of obstructions which may cause a hazard or prevent access. Precautions will however be necessary when in areas not designated as gangways.

 

Risk Assessment

Every employer has to make an assessment of the risks to the health and safety of his employees and anybody else who may be affected by the business. These have to be recorded. The assessment of risks is a close look at what in the workplace could cause harm and then deciding whether precautions already being taken are sufficient or if further action can be taken.

 

A listing of the assessment is provided in Appendix 1.

 

Electrical Equipment

If an employee is working alone, mains powered equipment must NOT be used with the covers removed.

 

Electric Shock

Notices are displayed on what to do if someone gets an electric shock. Please read them.

 

Plugs and Cables

All power leads and multiple extensions are to be visually inspected, tested and marked once a year. Any frayed or damaged cables are to be replaced completely. Always use the correct plug and fuse rating.

 

Portable Equipment

A list of portable electrical tools and equipment is to be maintained. Each item is to be inspected, tested and marked once a year.

 

VDU Workstations

The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations apply to employees who habitually use display screen equipment as a large proportion of their everyday job with the objective of removing, or reducing the risks. Users can help themselves by turning off the monitor when not in use and ensuring that the screen and the area around the workstation is kept clean and tidy. All workstations are to be checked once a year to access the risks arising from their use and to reduce those risks to the lowest level practicable. A register will be maintained of workstations and users.

 

General Environmental Policy

It is the policy of Structfab Detailers to conduct its operation in a manner that reflects a commitment towards the protection of the environment and compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

 

Although Structfab is not a business which creates severe pollution problems, Structfab is committed to:

 

  • A paperless office environment where possible
  • Improvements in energy efficiency
  • Reduction in pollution
  • The use of recyclable materials where possible

 

Company Measures

 

  • Re-use packing material and other items where possible
  • Recycle used paper
  • Limit use of toxic chemicals and where possible use non-CFC products
  • Ensure all company vehicles where possible run on unleaded fuel
  • Ensure cooling systems are regularly serviced
  • Turn off electrical equipment when not in use.
  • All e-mails emanating from d3 to contain a message NOT to print the e-mail unless absolutely necessary

Appendix 1

 

FIRE PROCEDURE

 
  • In case of fire please ensure you observe the following:
  • Raise the alarm
  • Telephone the fire brigade on 101
  • Tackle the fire if safe to do so—do not take risks if in doubt get out!
  • If you hear the alarm immediately cease what you are doing.
  • Leave the building by the nearest available exit.
  • DO NOT stop to collect personal possessions/finish work as this time delay may be extremely dangerous.
  • Where possible close all doors and window behind you.
  • Assemble in the car park.
  • Check that everybody is accounted for.
  • Do not return to the building until you are authorised to do so.
  • DO NOT PANIC.

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  • A2-410, Kasturi Plaza, Manpada Road, Dombivli(E)-421201,India
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