SECTION 3 – MAINTENANCE OF SAFE WORKING CONDITIONS
- WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES
Contractors shall not enter or commence work in any excavation tank, vessel, pipe or chamber or other enclosed space unless a valid permit to work has been issued. Where operations may give rise to a dangerous atmosphere during the work activity, the permit to work issuing authority must be made aware of this before the permit issue.
No new activity shall be introduced into a confined space without the permission and signed approval of the permit to work issuing authority.
- WELDING
No welding will be permitted on site without the issue of A Hot Work Permit (HS10).
Welding sets shall be in good condition and properly maintained.
Isolation switches on welding sets shall be readily accessible.
Terminal and live components shall be adequately protected.
Cables shall be frequently inspected to ensure the insulation is intact.
Damaged cables or electrical holders shall be properly repaired or replaced.
The welding return cable shall be secured onto the workplace. If this is not practical it shall be as near as possible.
- Welders shall wear
- Face and eye protection with correct grade of filter.
- Welders gauntlets
- Long sleeved flame retardant overalls
