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Contractor
Safety Meeting
2015
Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
Contractor Safety Program
• This program has been established to provide
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. with a screening process
for all potential Contractors and Subcontractors.
• The selection process allows Waupaca Foundry,
Inc. to hire companies that will accomplish the
desired job tasks without compromising the Health
and Safety of our employees and visitors; as well
as the contractors themselves while at our facility.
Contractor Definition:
• A “Contractor” is an individual, service firm, company, or other
non-WF employee, performing on-site work for Waupaca
Foundry, Inc. at our discretion through contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders or other directives.
• Examples of contractors are:
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Mechanics, millwrights, plumbers, and electricians.
Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning services.
Compressed gas cylinder suppliers and bulk chemical suppliers.
Bulk fuel and oil delivery companies.
Building and grounds maintenance.
Equipment maintenance personnel (computers, telephones, fork trucks,
crane rental etc.)
Subcontractor Definition:
• Companies that are hired by the contractor,
sometimes referred to as “subcontractors”
must also complete the Waupaca Foundry,
Inc. safety program.
– Subcontractors must meet the same
requirements as contractors.
– Subcontractors must also be pre-approved for
work at Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
– It is the responsibility of the Contractor to
ensure all sub-contractors are trained in this
program and have completed all of Waupaca
Foundry, Inc.’s requirements.
Objectives of the Waupaca Foundry,
Inc. Contractor Program
• The major objectives of the Contractor
Safety Program:
– Inform Contractors and Sub-Contractors of
their responsibilities when working on
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. property.
– Protect employees, visitors, property and the
environment from potential hazards.
– Comply with all federal and local safety and
environmental regulations.
Contractor Responsibilities
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Contractors are expected to implement their own
Environmental, Health and Safety programs.
Prior to starting a project, each contractor is required to review the work site
and identify hazards that may occur while performing the job.
The contractor shall ensure proper Environmental, Health, and Safety
precautions are followed in accordance with the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration’s (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency’s
(EPA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
The contractor shall ensure individuals working at the site are trained and are
aware of potential hazards. Contractors shall also ensure these individuals
are provided with proper safety equipment to prevent incidental injury in
accordance with OSHA’s CFR.
The contractor shall ensure all personnel follow the guidelines of OSHA,
EPA and Waupaca Foundry, Inc.’s policies, in addition to any guidelines of
the jurisdiction(s) in which the operations will be performed.
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. EHS Staff
• Each WF location is staffed with Environmental, Health and
Safety personnel. This includes Environmental and Safety
managers, Behavior Based Safety leaders, and Occupational
Health Nurses.
• Corporate Staff for the oversight of EHS are also in place.
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. EHS Staff
OSHA – Temporary Workers : “Both HOST and
Staffing Agency are responsible for providing and
maintaining a safe work environment”
• It is a fundamental principle that temporary workers are
entitled to the same protections under the OSH Act as all
other covered workers.
• The staffing agency and host employer must work together to
ensure that OSH Act requirements are fully met and that the
temporary worker is provided a safe workplace.
https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=NEWS_RELEASES&p_id=26586
OHSAS 18001.2007
• OHSAS 18001 is an
Occupational Health and Safety Assessment
Series for Health and Safety Management
Systems.
• OHSAS 18001 is intended to help organizations
identify and control Occupational Health and
Safety risks. It was developed in response to a
widespread demand for a recognized standard
to be used for system assessment.
• All Waupaca Foundry, Inc. sites have been
certified in the OSHAS 18001.2007 assessment.
OHSAS 18001 Risk Management Hierarchy
After determining a Job Risk – the following Hierarchy shall be used:
1. Elimination of the hazard.
2. Substitution to eliminate or reduce the hazard.
Examples of substitution may be using water based solvents, vacuuming material vs.
blowing with air; electric powered vs. gas powered fork trucks.
3. Engineering Controls
Examples of Engineering Controls: Machine guarding, Noise reduction baffles or
enclosures, ventilation, and ergonomic tools.
4. Administrative Controls
Exampled of Administrative Controls: Documented work procedures, training, safety
signs, limitation of employee exposure, job rotation and scheduling, and temporary
barriers.
5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
PPE should be used as the last option. Although some protection is given, the hazard
remains right next to the person.
The Higher the level of Hazard Control used,
the more distance is placed between the hazard and the person affected!
Environmental, Health and Safety Policy:
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. uses the acronym “CAST”
C – Commitment to Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) excellence
through compliance with EHS regulations and other requirements.
A – Always strive for continuous improvement and prevention of
incidents, injuries, and pollution.
S – Set and review EHS Objectives and Targets.
T- Train employees on their EHS responsibilities.
Total Recordable Rate
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31.48
# Incidents x 200,000* Divided by Actual hours worked
(Represents 100 Full Time Employees)
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“CAST”
C: “Commitment to Environmental, Health &
Safety excellence through compliance with
EHS regulations and other requirements.
A: Always strive for continuous
improvement and prevention of accidents,
injuries & Pollution.
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S: Set and review EHS objectives & targets.
T: Train employees on their EHS responsibilities.
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Environmental,
Health, & Safety
Management
ISO 14001
OHSAS 18001
2015 Meeting
ISO 14001
ISO 14001 is the Management
System for Environmental
Controls.
Contractors must be aware of the
“Impact” their services may
have on the Environment.
The recognized “Significant
Impact” of WF Contractors is
their potential to cause
Chemical and or Petroleum
spills which may contaminate
the air, soil and/or water.
ISO 14001
The ISO 14001 Certification is awarded by a 3rd party auditing
company. The auditors will ask three main questions of any contractor
representatives they see:
1. Are you aware of Waupaca Foundry, Inc.’s Environmental Policy
and, in general, what does it say?
2. Are you aware of any significant aspects for your area?
3. What do you do in the case of a spill/fire?
Pocket cards with this information have
been developed for your use and are
available at the guardhouse check-in.
14001 - 18001: Consequences of
Program Departure
Examples of Consequences:
• A consequence may be the contamination of the air, the soil, or
water from spills and neglected clean up of spills.
– A consequence would also be the failure of Waupaca Foundry, Inc. to
maintain the elements of our Environmental, Health and Safety Policy.
• These consequences could result in the
loss of our 14001 and/or 18001 certification.
• Gross departure will affect a contractors
employment status with Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
Environmental Safety
Management of Hazardous
Substances and Empty Containers
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Remove all chemical wastes/residues from Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
property when the work is complete.
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If any onsite storage of chemicals is necessary, provide an appropriate
storage location with secondary containment.
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Practice good housekeeping with all materials brought on site.
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Special precautions should be in place when using chemicals near
drains or the sewer.
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Contractors shall be aware of the Waupaca Foundry, Inc. spill response
plan. Contact the Emergency Response Team to clean up a spill.
Bulk Liquid Loading and
Unloading
Contractors responsible for delivering bulk liquids must adhere to
the following during delivery/pick up service:
 Turn off all unnecessary engines.
 Chock wheels prior to loading or unloading.
 Check the receiving tank level by visual gauge or other means
to determine quantity of liquid needed.
 Tanks must be supervised during pumping activity.
 Confirm hoses are disengaged before driving away.
 Be prepared to contact ERT for response to non-routine spills
as needed.
Environmental Safety Air
and/or
Water Emissions
• Any project resulting in the discharge of significant hazardous
air emissions or wastewater discharges must gain preapproval by the Environmental Dept. PRIOR to initiation of the
project. It is the responsibility of the contractor to provide this
notification to the Plant’s Environmental Engineer.
• Any Contracting Company working with CFCs
(Chlorofluorocarbons) must provide Technician Certification
for all on-site technicians.
Environmental Safety Housekeeping
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Clean up of trash and debris; dispose of it properly.
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Remove ALL chemical containers (drums, pails) from
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. property.
– Materials should NOT be put in Waupaca Foundry, Inc. trash
receptacles.
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Clean up of BULK materials (cement, sand) to prevent
eventual storm water runoff and vehicle tracking.
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Control of chemicals and oil-laden equipment to
prevent weather exposure.
Concept Review
True or False - Subcontractors are required to go
through the same training as contractor
What is Waupaca Foundry’s Environmental, Health &
Safety Policy?
A. WF E.H.S
C. E.N.V.I.R.O.
B. S.T.O.P
D. C.A.S.T.
Who should be contacted in case of a spill?
A. Supervisor
C. No One
B. ERT
D. Co-Worker
ANY
QUESTIONS?
Contact Information
Bryant Esch
[email protected]
Direct: (715) 258-6674
Pre-Job Meetings
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Job Specific “pre-job” meetings will be held with WF personnel and the
contractor for major projects and other jobs with unusual risks.
– Crane Operation, Confined Space Entry, Demolition, Excavation, Fall
Protection Use and Scaffolding Use ALL REQUIRE A PRE-JOB
MEETING!
– Other “Dangerous Work” may also require a pre-job meeting Examples are hot work, work within 10 feet of an energized line, fire protection
impairment, and equipment lockout. In these examples additional procedures
and permits may be required.
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The meeting involves a completed Hazard and Risk Assessment for the work
to be performed.
Specific Risk Controls will be reviewed and agreed upon prior to the work
starting.
It is the contractor’s responsibility to contact the plant safety department to
arrange a pre-job meeting as needed.
General Contractor Information
Forms & Permits section will need to filled out for;
Confined Spaces, Lockout, Fire Impairment, Chemicals, Demo, Excavation,
Cranes, hot Zones, Safety Suggestion, Hot Work, and Risk Ranking
Job Impacting Factors
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Factors that would impact job are as follows;
Job stress - tight time schedules, multiple tasks, lack or resources, end of shift
Vague/Poor Work Guidance - instructions conflict with experience or are out of date, poor
communication
First Time/Infrequent Task - first time completing task, longer than 30 days since completing
task, unfamiliar, inexperience, overconfidence in abilities
Distractions - pulled from another job, not completing job, too many tasks, surrounding
environment, first day back to work >4 days
Communication - adequate with WF employees, other contractors, daily & follow-up meetings
Hazard Assessments
Hazards at Waupaca Foundry, Inc. include;
Troubleshooting, Falls, Lockout, Traffic, Chemicals,
Guarding, Ergonomics, Congestion, Repetitive Motion,
Heat, Noise, Dust, Toxins, Confined Spaces, Slips, Trips,
Excavation, Pinch Points, Hot Work, Heights Above 4’,
Lifting, Pushing, Pulling, Scaffolds, Line of Fire, Struck
by, Electrical Exposures
Critical Steps/Acknowledgment
Considerations for each step;
What could go wrong?
Countermeasures Implemented
Who is Responsible?
Acknowledgment by both parties the document and information was reviewed.
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is tearing down part of the office complex and
rebuilding a larger office space. You have been contracted to help with a
portion of this project.
• Some jobs that are being completed;
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Demolition
Excavation
Electrical
Landscape
Concrete
Wall/Siding
Mechanical
Plumbing
Roofing
• Fill out the pre-job meeting form as if you were completing one of the
jobs above. Answer the questions to the best of your knowledge.
***This is a fictitious scenario; we aren’t looking for correct answers, merely
knowledge of how to fill out the form and requirements.
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Training
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Contractors are responsible for the proper training
of their employees in such areas as fire, explosion,
chemicals, uncontrolled energy, confined spaces,
fall protection and any other hazards related to
their work.
In certain circumstances, Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
will require proof of Contractor employee training.
It is not the responsibility of, nor will Waupaca
Foundry, Inc. provide any detailed training to a
Contractor Employee.
Behavior Based Safety
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BBS Includes observation and feedback of employee’s behaviors and
performance with regard to daily safety.
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Contractor employees may be observed and should expect this as well of
safety performance feedback.
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All Waupaca Foundry, Inc. employees are encouraged to report unsafe
behavior.
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In addition to BBS, contractors also may be included in compliance
inspections.
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Contractors that are found to be non-compliant will be expected to provide a
written corrective action in a timely manner.
BBS Observation Procedure
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Go to the work being performed
Observe Openly
Extend your Greeting
Observe the situation/work
Record all behaviors observed
Give feedback
*Communication is the KEY to the observation process!
• Employees will talk to you about what they observed.
– What actions were “safe” and which were at “risk”
• Utilize this time for questions and improvements.
Reporting of All Incidents
• All Injuries sustained on the job site, must be
reported immediately to the Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
Health Services or Safety department.
• All incidents, including near miss and property
damage, must be investigated and a copy of the
investigation kept on file with Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
• Preservation of equipment, vehicles, etc. involved in
an incident is required until investigation is complete.
Goes into effect January 1, 2015
Under the revised rule, employers will be required to notify OSHA of
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work-related fatalities within eight hours, and
Any work-related in-patient hospitalizations,
Any amputations or
Any losses of an eye within 24 hours.
Previously, OSHA's regulations required an employer to report only
work-related fatalities and in-patient hospitalizations of three or more
employees. Reporting single hospitalizations, amputations or loss of
an eye was not required under the previous rule
Bloodborne Pathogens
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Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) are micro organisms that are
carried in the blood and may cause disease in humans.
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There are many different BBP’s, but the two most significant are
HIV and Hepatitis B (HBV).
Prevention:
The key to avoid being infected is to protect yourself! Treat ALL
body fluids as if they are contaminated. DO NOT touch or clean
up blood.
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All Waupaca Foundry, Inc. nurses and medical responders have
specific training in the proper clean up and disposal of blood
spills.
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If you are incidentally exposed to blood or other potentially
infected material, wash the areas immediately and contact Health
Services.
Concept Review
Name reasons why a pre-job meeting would be necessary.
A. Confined Space
C. Fall Protection Req.
B. Crane Operation
D. All the Above & More
Whose responsibility is it to train contracted employees?
A. Contractor’s
C. Waupaca Foundry’s
B. Themselves
D. Supervisor
Who should you report injuries or incidents to?
A. Supervisor
C. No one
B. Health Services or Safety Dept.
D. Friend
Confined Space Entry
A confined space, generally speaking, is one in which an
individual’s ability to move about or exit is limited or restricted.
Potential risks include oxygen deficiency, toxic atmosphere,
entrapment, engulfment, fire or other physical danger.
Some confined spaces are obvious, but others may not be
apparent. It is important for all workers to be aware of what
confined spaces are and the potential hazards they represent.
Confined spaces are deadly. It is imperative that contracted
employees are aware that only those individuals having
received specialized training are permitted to enter a confined
space regardless of circumstances.
Confined Space Entry
Confined Space – A confined space is one that:
• Limited means for entry and exit (*note - this may be more than one entry and/or exit
point) Limited means you cannot easily walk in and walk out, and rescue in an emergency
would be difficult, AND
• Not meant for continuous human occupancy - when the area was engineered,
consideration was not given to human occupancy - for lighting, ventilation, heat, etc., AND
• Large enough to enter and perform work – Entry is considered to have occurred as soon
as any part of the entrant’s body breaks the plane of an opening into the space.
Over 200 Confined Spaces have been identified at
Waupaca Foundry, Inc. Examples of Confined Spaces
at Waupaca Foundry, Inc. include:
Sand Silo’s, Furnace, Furnace Pit, Cupola, Bag
Houses, Duct Work, Melt Recouperator, Hoppers,
Mullors, Casting Cleaning Blast Machines, etc.