SAFETY DURING DEMOLITION / DISMANTLING

 

SAFETY DURING DEMOLITION /

 DISMANTLING

5S METHODOLOGY

Hazard Control

SAFETY DURING DEMOLITION / DISMANTLING

 

The demolition/dismantling activity is one of the critical activity where more hazards are involved which needs effective control in place to safe guard the employees. The terminology “Dismantling” means to carefully take apart one or more parts of a building or structure without damaging the other parts. The term ‘Demolition’ on the other hand implies breaking up.

 

Part 2 ADNOC & GULF HSE Interview Questions & Answer

1. Demolition involves dismantling OF storage tanks, buildings, scaffoldings etc.

Potential hazards during demolition may result due to use of cranes, rigging / slinging   

of load, cutting torches, material handling and debris clearance etc. 

 

BASIC RIGGING SAFETY RULES

2. While using a crane during demolition activities the following safety precautions must

be adhered to: 

The Crane operator & riggers shall have proper training and certification to carry out such work. Authorization should be in place.

The loads must have a tag line to maneuver its movement.

The signal shall be given by a banks man, duly trained and authorized for such work. 

No workers shall stand underneath suspended load. Activities area to be barricaded.

 

3. When using a cutting torch the following safety precautions need to be adhered to:

Work permits authorization and gas test results are mandatory prior to start torch cutting. 

HOT WORK RESPONSIBILITIES

The fire fighting equipment shall be kept within easy reach at worksite. The area may be kept wet preventing hot slag to fall in the vicinity. 

Ensure that cut sections will be stable after separation and will not topple, causing damage or injury. Avoid unauthorized entry.

 

4. When handling and hauling debris or scrap the following precautions must be kept in 

view:  

Heavy materials can be lifted/shifted through mechanical aids not by manually by employees.

Always wear hand gloves while handling scrap material.

Take care to avoid back injuries & ask assistance while picking up heavy loads.

All material to be hauled off must be secured properly to prevent load shifting during transportation.

 

Basics of Behavior Based Safety

5. Make sure about demolition work scope, its nature and precautionary measures to

control potential hazards. Prepare risk assessment in advance and assess the risks & control during the execution.

 

6. Special precautionary measure to be taken in demolition work involving ASBESTOS.

 Ensure the required PPE used by all employees.

 

7. Avoid such activities during heavy wind and other natural unfavored working conditions.

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Responsibilities & Skills for a HSE Professional

 

Responsibilities & Skills for a HSE Professional 

Permit to Work PTW Interview Questions & Answer

Responsibilities for a HSE | Safety Professionals typically include:

 

As a HSE Professional, you will be tasked with:

Ensuring the safety of all employees across the organization providing strategic health and safety support to all employees and including all contractors employees.

 

Developing, updating, maintaining and documenting safety standards, instructions, and codes inline with the national / international guidelines.

 

Scaffold : Over Head Hazard

Developing and delivering training programmes to ensure all employees understand their responsibilities in maintaining a safe work environment in the industry.

 

Conducting risk assessment and reviewing, supporting for compliance with both company and industry standards.

 

Guiding/advising on crisis management responses to emergency situations and incidents either during or after regular duty hours

 

WORK AT HEIGHT SAFETY MOMENT 

Essential skills required for HSE | Safety Professionals :

Good analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

Observant with great attention to detail and organisational skills.

Ability to work under tough situations, pressure and meet tight deadlines independently and as part of a team.

Have to stay up-to-date with changes in the law and technological advancements in the HSE field.

Capable to explain scientific or technical information in simple terms to wider teams.

Confidence in making right decisions.

Good commanding communication skill.

Tactful and able to get on well with people from all backgrounds and professionals from other disciplines and with shop floor employees to top management.

HAZARDOUS AREA CLASSIFICATION PART 4