Health, Safety & Environment 

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND

RESCUE PLAN

Project Title : PRPS extension Al Wukair

Project ID : (QS049-P07)

Document Reference :

Contractor Name : SAMG-JV

Name Position Signature Date

Prepared by: Loveson Glariyans HSE Manager 27/10/2020

Reviewed by: Anish S Pillai Country HSE Manager 27/10/2020

Approved by: Torlin George  JV‐Project Manager 27/10/2020

Revision History

Rev. Date Change Description

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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION  ....................................................................................................................................... 3 
2.0 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT  .................................................................................................................. 3 
3.0 LEVELS OF EMERGENCY & ESCALATION .................................................................................................. 6 
4.0 EMERGENCY SERVICES LIAISON  ............................................................................................................. 7 
5.0 CONTACTS: SAMG‐JV EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM  ........................................................................... 7 
6.0 CONTACTS: EMERGENCY SERVICES / NEAREST HOSPITALS  .................................................................. 7 
7.0 SUPPORTING INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 9 
8.0 EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT ........................................................................... 9 
9.0 EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS  .............................................................................................................. 9 
10.0 EARTHQUAKE EMERGENCY RESPONSE ……………………………….............................................................21 
11.0 Appendices .........................................................................................................................................24 

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Emergency events are generally catastrophic occurrences that may result in significant injury or
loss of life, loss/damage to property, widespread ill health or environmental damage, but will also
include smaller scale events.

It is the objective of SAMG-JV through effective emergency response planning to:

 Eliminate events that will lead to the loss of life

 Reduce loss time Injuries and spread of ill health
 Reduce the loss/damage to properties.
 Minimise and/or Eliminate the impact on the environment
 Communicate documented emergency arrangements and provide training
 Appoint competent people to manage emergency events
 Provide quick response and furnish adequate resources to counter and manage
emergency events.

The purpose of this Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP) is to identify potential
emergency situations and scenarios that could harm people, property and the environment and
ensure there are suitable and sufficient controls in place in order to respond effectively and to
manage and control any emergency that occurs.

The (Emergency Preparedness & Response Plan) EPRP provides guidance and an outline of
the responsibilities of the project key personnel in the event of an emergency.

This EPRP is a live document and shall be reviewed regularly and be updated and/or modified
as further information and knowledge becomes available.

The scope of this EPRP focuses specifically on the emergency management and response
requirements for all SAMG-JV Projects and any potential emergencies that may occur within the
main site.

2.0 Emergency Management

The immediate SAMG-JV project team priority and roles and responsibilities in an emergency
situation will always be to:

1. Contain the Emergency: Take all reasonable steps to contain the incident to prevent the
situation from deteriorating and support the emergency services and other agencies

2. Preserve Life: Where there are casualties take all reasonable steps to rescue them and
obtain medical assistance.

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3. Preserve Evidence: Capture any essential information and evidence that may assist in
establish the facts as to what caused the incident

4. Recover: Resume operations either partially or in full when it is safe to do so with minimum
Delay

2.1 Roles and Responsibilities

Project Manager shall:

 Be the issuing authority for this EPRP

 Ensure effective implementation of this Plan, including provision of adequate resources;
 Ensure this Plan, as part of the SRRR Framework and reviewed at least every 6 months
if any changes take place.
 Maintain a working knowledge of the emergency management system, plan and
processes;
 Initiate corrective actions and ensure effective implementation of actions as required.

Construction / Other Managers shall:

 Act as initial Emergency Response Controller during emergencies until relieved by

authorised emergency services or control is handed over to another member of the
Project Team.
 Maintain a working knowledge of the emergency management system, plan and
processes;
 Maintain familiarity with this EPRP.
 Participate in the scheduled review of the EPRP
 Ensure that drills and exercises are conducted throughout the Project to test the plan at
least once in every 6 months.

Project HSE Manager / Officer shall:

 Maintain the Project Emergency Response Plans and associated processes;

 Ensure that adequate emergency response information and instructions are provided at
inductions, etc.
 Conduct planned inspections to ensure emergency response equipment and facilities are
complete;
 Ensure that the mock drills are conducted, and the records are kept for review and audit
purposes.
 Ensure that all the project employees and other stakeholders are provided with EPRP
process awareness and training.

Emergency Response Team Members

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On becoming aware of an emergency, the emergency response team members shall take the
following actions:

 Raise the alarm for an emergency response.

 Contact / communicate with local emergency services and guide them to arrive the
emergency location to take over the emergency situation.
 Coordinate emergency response and monitor the effectiveness;
 Communicate with area / floor in-charge personnel.
 Coordinate the activities of all personnel in the emergency response team and make
further directions as required by the situation;
 Give the all clear when authorised to do so by the emergency services, if appropriate;
 Chair the operational debrief on completion of the emergency situation;
 Assist with the completion of the incident reporting and notification, in accordance with
the SRRR Framework and local legislative requirements.
 Schedule emergency drills for all shifts and conduct debriefing of the results. An initial
evacuation drill shall be carried out within 6 months of site possession. However not to
exceed 6 monthly intervals.

Traffic coordinator

On hearing an alarm or at the direction of the emergency response coordinator:

 Proceed to the site entry point;

 Ensure that no vehicles enter or exit the premise and that emergency vehicles have clear
access to site;
 Manage the evacuation of truck / other drivers / operators on site at the time of the
emergency;
 Control movement and/or placing of all vehicles.
 Attend de-briefing of the ERPR.
 Participate in emergency drills and attend debriefing;
 Attend scheduled ERPR meetings and training as required.

All Other Employees

 Must participate in the ERPR training and awareness sessions.

 Ensure to follow the provided instructions during the emergency situations.
 Be familiarise with the must / assembly points near to the work area.
 Ensure to report or sound the alarm / siren upon identification of any emergency situation
as trained.

3.0 Levels of Emergency & Escalation

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Emergencies will be categorised by levels across the SRRR/FPS Project, as shown below:

1. Minor
2. Major
3. Crisis

1. Minor incidents: are incidents that cause no serious physical threat to people, property or the
environment. Typical examples of incidents at this level include:

 First aid cases

 Medical treatment case
 Minor property damage
 Slight environmental impacts within immediate location
 May cause short term disruption (<1 hour) to operations but poses no regulatory or
reputational threat.
Response

Response at this level of incident will be dealt with by the immediate site team, generally without
the need from other Local Emergency Responders / Services within the organisation or the
Emergency Services. SAMG-JV ERC and First Aid will take charge.

2. Major incidents: Major incidents are incidents that pose a threat to people, property or the
environment such as bomb threat, earthquake and other malicious threats. Typical examples of
incidents at this level include:

 Single or multiple major injuries as defined by Qatar Construction Specification.

 Localised fire above or below ground that can be extinguished by persons and
equipment at the site.
 Localised collapse of excavations or structures within the boundary of construction site
that do not trap or bury personnel.
 Moderate environmental impact, multiple intermittent exceedances of statutory limits,
concerns raised by 3rd parties or Government bodies.
 May cause medium term disruption to operations (>1hour <24 hours) and may pose a
regulatory or reputational threat with some local media interest.

Response

Response at this level of incident will normally be dealt with by the immediate site team but may
need the support from Emergency Response Teams, the Management Team and potentially the
Emergency Services.

3. Crisis incidents: are incidents that pose significant harm to people, property or the
environment and have the potential to escalate quickly. They are likely to cause long term
disruption to operations (>24 hours) and is likely to pose a regulatory and/or reputational threat.

Typical examples of incidents at this level include:

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 Single of multiple fatalities either of site personnel and/or members of the public
 Catastrophic collapse of temporary or permanent structures inside or outside the
boundary of the construction site
 Fire and/or explosions with the potential to spread quickly and are difficult to extinguish
 Major disruptions to the infrastructure or essential services such as severe damage to
power, water, gas or communications networks
 Severe environmental impact, constant high exceedances of statutory limit, immediate
intervention by third parties or Government bodies
 Bomb threat, earthquake and other malicious threats.

Response

Response at this level of incident cannot be fully dealt with by the immediate site team or
emergency responders. It will need the support of SAMG-JV Management Team, Client Crises
Team and the Local Emergency Services and/or other External Agencies.

4.0 Emergency Services Liaison

HSE Manager or Deputy HSE Manager will contact Client/Project Consultant and verbally
communicate details of the incident, and actions taken or being taken to stabilise the situation on
site.

After verbal notification of the incident has been made to all parties, an onsite investigation will be
conducted by SAMG-JV.

An initial notification will be sent to Client/ Project Consultant within 24 hours of incident, A detailed
complete incident investigation report providing details of the incident, root causes, and actions
necessary to prevent reoccurrence. Details of the report and its lessons will be communicated in
a timely manner to all project personnel and will be discussed at safety meetings.

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5.0 Contacts: SAMG JV Emergency Response Team

Name Designation Contacts

Dr Ramahi Mohammed Stakeholder Manager 55528914

LOVESON GLARIYANS HSE Manager 31130699

Emergency Vehicle/First
LIJO MATHEW Aider
33934517

6.0 Contacts: Emergency Services / Nearest Hospitals

Telephone / Mobile / Radio
Name Frequency

Fire Service

Ambulance Service 999

Police Service
Al wakrah Hospital 4439 4444
Al wakrah Health Centre

 The above details shall be conspicuously posted and displayed in all offices and across
the site locations.
 Inductions and Training as well as emergency drills shall ensure that all personnel are
aware of those emergency plans and that it is their responsibility to inform those key
personnel of any incidents or events.

6.1. Contacting External Emergency Response Agencies

When the level of incident has been raised to a Major and Crisis Incident Level; Local
Emergency Services and/or other External Agencies will be required to be contacted using the
above contact information in Section 6.0 above.
The Emergency Response Coordinator will ensure proper coordination between the project site
Emergency Response Crew and the outside external Agencies to ensure their timely arrival to
site.
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 Establish Casualty Recovery Zone and identify Ambulance and/or helicopter landing
areas if needed.
 Assign Personnel who is familiar with the area or the roads to guide emergency services
to site.
 Provide clear directions to the site including landmarks that can be used for navigation.
This is particularly important in remote areas.
 The Assigned Personnel to keep emergency services informed about the state of remote
roads.
 DO NOT direct emergency vehicles to the project site via impassable routes. Depending
on the season some roads may be impassable due to adverse weather conditions and
traffic jam etc.
 Keep the Site Access clear of any obstruction that may block safe passage of emergency
ambulance and response personnel
 Complete detailed incident investigation report will be submitted to GEC within 7 days.

6.2 Arrival to Site of External Emergency Response Agencies

On Arrival to site of the Local Emergency Services and/or other External Agencies, All Rescue
operations shall be handed over to Emergency Response Agency.
The Emergency Response Coordinator and Crew shall be on standby to assist the external
agencies with any additional resources needed.
Project Stakeholder manager and/or the Companies Public Relations Officer shall be
responsible for handling Stakeholder or Press questions if needed as regards to the situation if
needed.

7.0 Supporting Information

The following supporting information shall be available with SAMG-JV (ERC):

 Relevant HSE information such as location, type and quantity of hazardous substances
with corresponding Material Safety Data Sheets
 Approved site layout plans and maps of the site clearly showing access and evacuation
routes
 The emergency team to be aware of the live traffic in the working area and to respond to
the live traffic during an emergency by keeping flagmen or temporary traffic cones as
required for the employees to evacuate from the emergency location to the must point.
 Location of isolation valves/switches etc.
 Schematic of location of emergency equipment
 Contact Telephone numbers
 A copy of this document

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8.0 Emergency Response Training and Equipment

The following emergency training shall be conducted, and equipment will be available on site or
readily available at all times:

All Employees

All employees must be trained on site-specific emergency procedures. This training should be
done as part of site induction training and include in the project training plan as refresher, shall
include the following:

 Alarms / Siren and other emergency communications used on the site and the locations.
 Evacuation procedures including routes and assembly areas to be used.
 Initial emergency response actions
 Location of first-aid kits and identification of first-aid providers.
 Location of spill contamination kits
 Emergency response team members

Visitors

Visitors are to be accompanied by an inducted person at all times. Visitors will receive
emergency procedure training via the visitor’s induction at the sign in register located at the site
security or site office reception.

 First aid equipment (first aid kits)

 Firefighting and fire protection equipment including alarms, horns, fire extinguishers
 Fire alarm/gas detector system (flashing light, siren etc.)
 Ventilation equipment (Mechanical ventilation fans)
 Standby pumps and electrical generators
 Emergency lighting (mobile lighting, batteries, etc.)
 Communications equipment (telephones, radios, loudspeakers, etc.)

9.0 Emergency Response Plans

In general, the following actions shall be taken on discovering an emergency as the Evacuation
Procedure to the safe muster points at the nearest:

 Raise the alarm, sound a horn /siren or shout

 Report by the quickest means (in person, phone, etc...) the following information:

 Location of the emergency

 Brief description of the emergency (i.e. fire, flooding, collapse, injured person,
atmospheric contamination etc.)
 What assistance is required (first aid, medical, emergency response teams,
emergency services, etc.)
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 Whether evacuation is in progress or required

 Any other relevant information

Also, when hearing the alarm, horn, verbal shouts, etc.... all personnel must:

 Stop all work immediately

 Shutdown equipment and isolate all sources of ignition, if safe to do so
 Move to the Assembly Point by the safest route
 Assist others if required to evacuate the work area
 At the Assembly Point provide assistance as directed or await further instructions
 Not return to work until the all clear is given by the person in charge i.e. SAMG-JV
ERC/emergency services.
 Drivers of plant and vehicles are to park them in a safe position ensuring that emergency
access routes are not blocked, switch off engines, leave keys in the ignition and proceed
directly to the nearest Assembly Point.
 Remain at the Assembly Point for a head count.

SAMG-JV has identified a number of situations, which would call for the use of an emergency
response plan. These situations would include (but are not limited to):

9.1 Serious Injury and Medical Emergency

 Contact the SAMG-JV Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC). State “Emergency,

Emergency, Emergency”. Wait for ERC to respond.
 Advise SAMG-JV (ERC) who you are, details and location of the incident or the number
of people injured and what injuries they have and whether you are able to help the
injured person(s).
 If directed by the Emergency Response Team, evacuate the site as per the Evacuation
Procedure.
 All personnel not involved in the emergency are to evacuate to the nearest assembly
area during the emergency.
 Alert others in the area and secure the area to the best of your ability to prevent further
damage or injury.
 DO NOT move the injured person / persons unless they or your self are exposed to
immediate danger.
 The HSE Inspector / First Aider will advise whether to take the injured person(s) to the
First Aid Facility or keep them where they are.
 Comfort and reassure the injured person(s) where possible, until help arrives.
 All personnel are to remain at the assembly area until otherwise informed by the SAMG-
JV ERC.
 SAMG-JV ERC or delegate to contact the appropriate authorities.
 When contacting the appropriate authorities or Emergency services required; ensure to
state Your Name; Nature of incident; The location of the incident; Number of injured
persons; Are there other hazards at the site? Assistance required; Contact Phone
number; Instructions to find the site location.
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 First Aid Kits shall be available at site.

 Internal Emergency response and first aid trainings shall be given to all the emergency
rescue team for adequate and smooth operation in case of any emergency.

9.2 Fire

Fire can occur as a result of hot work activities (welding and grinding) or from chemical and gas
interactions inside manholes or from generators, electrical connections, etc.

Fire prevention and control measures

In order to control the risk of a fire, several measures must be taken. These include:

The enforcement of hot works permits. No hot work is to take without first seeking authorisation
from the Site Engineer/Supervisor, completing a hot work permit and following the SAMG-JV
PTW procedure.

A fire watcher must be present with extinguishing devices in the event of a fire breaking out.

Manhole gas monitoring and proper ventilations should be implemented and scheduled electrical
inspections of all machinery and wiring throughout the site. This is conducted by approved,
authorised electricians with site experience.

In the event of Fire

 Sound warning in the area by shouting the cause for the emergency, such as “Fire, Fire,
Fire”, or sound a long horn blast.
 Call or direct someone to report the emergency by dialling the appropriate emergency
number and/or 999. Provide the information.
 Do not attempt to fight the fire.
 Immediately evacuate the area.
 Without compromising personal safety, shutoff machinery/equipment. Close area door.
 Evacuate facility or process area using marked exits. Note: Use alternate evacuation
routes in the event fire, smoke, obstruction or other conditions indicate unsafe situations.
 Remain in the Assembly Area, regardless of alarm cessation, until all personnel are
accounted for, and the "return to work" order or other instruction is given.
 Follow the instructions issued by the Emergency Response Coordinator.
 All above instruction shall be posted at site and assembly point shall be establish during
the site preparation.

9.3 Serious Vehicle Incident

In the event of a serious vehicle incident raise the alarm first:

 Emergency Phone: Emergency Response coordinator # 31130699 or in case of serious
causality Emergency Service # 999.
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First person at scene:

 Request assistance of Emergency Response Team as required.

 Switch off vehicle ignition – if safe to do so.
 If vehicle fire involved, initiate vehicle fire suppression if fitted and safe to do so.
 Assess vehicle and site damage; take necessary actions to secure / isolate scene.
 If vehicle in contact with power lines, stay clear and advise occupants to stay in vehicle.
 Do not try to remove casualties from vehicle unless other dangers are present.
 When possible, rescue trapped or injured personnel and provide medical aid (if
qualified), maintain airway.
 Cover any spilt fuel with sand or dirt.
 Ensure Police are notified (if necessary).
 Follow emergency evacuation procedure.

If you are the Driver involved:

 Provide necessary information to Police or other vehicle driver (if applicable) – do not
admit liability or make promises that the project may not be able to fulfil.
 If camera available, take photos of site and vehicles (consider ignition source issue).
 Provide a report of your version of events to Emergency Coordinator when possible.
 Take whatever precautions are necessary to minimise impact of damages and liability.
 Emergency Response Team to be informed if dangerous goods / hazardous substances
are involved for onsite incidents.
 If project vehicle; make arrangements for vehicle to be towed or moved for repairs.
 Have the Stakeholder manager attend to Affected Third Party Stakeholders and to
consider contact with insurance or legal departments.

9.4 Severe Weather

In the event of severe weather, site will be monitored regularly for forecasts and warnings.
Once a severe weather warning has been received the following action will be taken:

 Project HSE Manager to advise Project Manager who shall decide appropriate action
and response.
 A severe weather warning advice, action and response plan to be forwarded to team
leaders via email.
 Continually monitoring of weather via internet.
 Contractors conduct a risk assessment of impending situation and review.
 Team Leaders to advise all site team members of severe weather warning.
 Regular updates of the severe weather status to be forwarded via email.

As the threat escalates actions will be communicated and initiated. Typical examples of severe
weather which might be encountered during the course of the project:

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9.4.1 High Wind Speed

If Wind speed exceeds 25knots:

 All work at height in exposed areas to cease

 Preparations made to secure the areas for high winds
 All lifting activities will be ceased.

9.4.2 Extreme Heat and Humidity

Extreme heat is a real threat to certain employees. The risk factors are hot air temperature, weld
process heat, labour intensity and protective clothing. Heat related disorders are caused by
overexposure to heat stress.

There is no current threshold temperature at which a general emergency situation would exist. It
is the responsibility of the Supervisor and HSE Inspector to monitor the conditions within the
workplace.

As the temperature of the work environment increases means of cooling must be supplied to any
threatened employees (REFER TO HEAT STRESS MANAGEMENT PLAN). Cooling can be
achieved by opening exterior doors, fans, rest periods and water. These measures should be put
into place if temperatures rise above 50oc. It is the responsibility of the Project Manager to
ensure that adequate supplies of water are available during the time of year where heat stress
could affect employees. Temperature monitoring devices shall be maintained if fitting and
welding areas.

If any employee feels they are experiencing any signs of heat stress they shall inform their
Supervisor immediately. The Supervisor shall ensure that the employee is conveyed to a cool
location, provide water and have a first aide monitor the situation and stay with them until the
emergency has passed. If case persists, send employee to seek medical attention.

9.4.3 Sandstorm

Sandstorm winds carries huge amount of dust particles. The front face of the storm comes with a
dust wall of height of around one mile.

Sandstorm affects the ground level most severely. Its effect decreases as it moves up. The
duration of sandstorm can vary depending upon its severity. It can continue for just few hours or
extend for few days.

Sand grains carried by sandstorm wind affects rock surface coming on its way. Softer parts of
the rocks area are damaged first. Sandstorms result in creation of sand dunes.

Strong winds make boundary line of the sand dunes narrower and relatively irregular. So, due to
huge amount of dust particle, sandstorm causes a decrease in visibility down to the zero level.

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When sandstorm comes:

 Close all office windows, doors and other opening, and avoid going out.
 Employees working outside shall take a shelter when the sandstorm comes.
 Use eye protection if going out of the building
 Wash your eyes with continuous flow of water if hit in the eyes by sandstorm
 Stay in shelter until notified

Report to First Aid for Eye wash, and if there's any particles stuck in the eye, seek medical
attention.

9.5 Chemical Spills

If a chemical is spilled and you are unfamiliar with it or not trained to clean it up, contact your
supervisor and/or HSE Inspector. If your supervisor is unavailable, call HSE Inspector in-charge
in your site location. No chemical should be dumped or leaked onto the ground or allowed to run
off at construction site or into drains that might cause pollution.

In the event of spill

 Observe the nature of spill, its quantity and characteristics through MSDS.
 Stop or contain the spill if it’s safe to do so.
 Report to your supervisor or foreman immediately. The supervisor or foreman should
call the immediate attention of spill response team on his site and the environment
officer for the details of the spillage (oil, type of chemical, location, quantity).
 Proper PPE must be worn in responding to the actual spill location.
 Condon off the spilled site, display appropriate signs and assign the flag man to control
the interference.
 Have a standby first aider in case medical assistance is required.
 Supervisor or foreman shall evaluate the amount of spill based on the table below.
 Emergency stand by vehicle must be present in actual spill location.

Response to Spill

 Spillage must be contained immediately by Absorbent materials from the Site provided
Spill Kits to prevent its spreading.
 Apply the absorbent pads around the spillage.
 Excavate up to 30 cm around the spillage to contain the spill.
 Contaminated material such as soil, spill pads shall be placed in a polyethylene bag
(plastic bag) for proper storage and disposal.
 Backfill spill site with clean local materials to original condition.
 Contaminated material must be sent to an approved treatment facility by the local
municipality.
 Proper investigation should be carried-out to prevent re-occurrence.

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9.6 Fall from height

When a worker falls and is suspended in a harness, it’s important to be rescued as quickly as
possible because of the following reasons.
 The worker may have suffered injuries during the fall and may need medical attention.
 When workers are suspended in their safety harnesses for long periods, they may suffer
from blood pooling in the lower body. This can lead to suspension trauma.
 Suspended workers may panic if they are not rescued quickly.
 The event that led to the fall may create additional risks that need to be addressed.

Rescue Procedures

If a worker falls and is suspended by a safety harness;

 The site supervisor (or Site Engineer) takes control of the situation.
 The site supervisor sounds the emergency alarm—two long blasts from a horn. All
workers in the immediate vicinity of the incident stop working.
 The site supervisor quickly evaluates the situation and identifies any further hazards that
could arise.
 The site supervisor or their designate goes to get help if workers are close by. If no one
is close enough, the site supervisor calls for help.
 The site supervisor calls the Emergency Coordinator who will inform Emergency
Services if required.
 The crane operator remains on standby. The operator frees the hook and waits for
further direction in case the designated rescue team must perform a basket rescue.
 The site supervisor (or a worker assigned to the task) isolates the accident zone and its
perimeter to limit further exposure.
 The site supervisor (or a worker assigned to the task) moves all non-affected personnel
to a safe zone or assembly point directs them to remain where they are.
 Emergency coordinator alerts the emergency response team.
 The emergency coordinator sends a designated person to the site gate to meet the
response team (police, medical, fire, etc.) and ensure that they have a safe access path
to the accident scene.
 The emergency coordinator assembles the emergency rescue team at the accident site
as quickly as possible to determine the best rescue procedure for the situation.

9.6 Confined Space

This procedure is designed to carry out a safe evacuation of workers from Confined Space in an
Emergency Situation while performing the works inside Confined Space.

General Control and Preventive Measures

The following should be taken where appropriate, to prevent incident from confined space work;
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 Identification of all hazards, evaluating risks and planning mitigating measures.

 Implementation of a Confined Space entry permits system.
 Providing safe means of access to and egress from Confined Space.
 Implementing safe practices for opening of the entrance/cover of a Confined Space.
 Conducting gas testing of the Confined Space prior to entry.
 Displaying of identification tags or badges for all entrants.
 Providing sufficient and suitable lighting for entry into or work in a Confined Space.
 Providing adequate ventilation to the Confined Space before entry and during works.
 Maintaining clear and proper communication between entrants, attendants and rescue
Personnel.
 Providing adequate safety and health training on working in Confined Space to all
entrants and manhole/pipeline attendants.
 Providing adequate training on rescue operations in Confined Space to rescue
personnel.
 Appointment of an attendant for every Confined Space entry or work.
 Providing appropriate personal protective equipment to reduce exposure to any residual
risks.

In an Emergency

 The outside observer (attendant) initiates the emergency if worker is gassed or

becomes unresponsive inside a confined space.
 Sound the audible alarms at the work area which shall be used only in an emergency
and call rescue team leader immediately.
 The rescue team leader to instruct the observer (attendant) to winch the entrant out from
the confined space to free air as quickly as possible.
 The entrant must be given first aid at the work location
 Call for medical help as soon as possible if required.
 Don’t panic or rush.
 Don’t attempt to take your tools out.
 Don’t attempt to go inside the confined space location unless you are trained to do so.
 Inform ERC and give the location and as much detail as possible about the accident.

Rescue equipment may include

 Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

 Full body harness with retrieval line attached
 Mobile Crane
 Man basket
 Tripod with winch
 Ladder
 Explosion-proof lighting
 Stretcher
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 Approved PPE’s
 First aid kit.

Ropes, harnesses, fall arrest gear, lifelines, lifting equipment, first aid equipment, protective
clothing and other special equipment should be provided for use in case of an emergency. The
equipment should only be used for the purposes for which they are intended, and appropriate
and recognized standards should be taken into account, where they exist.

Winch rescue retrieval system shall be inspected on monthly basis (and after each use) by the
HSE Department.

The Emergency Coordinator (EC) will develop an inspection and maintenance schedule in
consultation with other key staff to ensure emergency equipment remains fit for purpose.

Any confined space work must be discussed with the HSE Department prior to the work taking
place and will comply with SAMG-JV Confined Space procedure.

9.6.1 Conscious Injured Worker

On arriving at the scene of an accident.

Step 1: Identify and mitigate potential dangers.

Step 2: Call for help. (Site Emergency Number and Ambulance 999)

Step 3: Check for a response. - Ask the Patient is they can move, if yes then assist the injured
personnel to a safe location. If you suspect Spinal or Neck Injury; DO NOT MOVE THE Injured
Personnel
Step 4: Check the casualty's airway

Step 5: Check the casualty is breathing.

Step 6: Check the casualty's circulation.

Step 7: Trained First Aiders to administer First-Aid Treatment as per degree of injury.

Step 8: Prepare clear unobstructed access for ambulance to take injured personnel for further
Medical Treatment.

9.6.2 Unconscious Injured Worker

On arriving at the scene of an accident.

Step 1: Identify and mitigate potential dangers.

Step 2: Call for help. (Site Emergency Number and Ambulance 999)
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Step 3: Check for a response.

Step 4: Check the casualty's airway.

Step 5: Check the casualty is breathing.

Step 6: Check the casualty's circulation.

Step 7: Bend the top leg so both hip and knee are at right angles.

Step 8: Gently tilt their head back to keep the airway open.

Step 9: If breathing or pulse stops at any time, roll the person onto their back and begin
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Step 10: If you think there is a spinal injury, leave the person where you found them (as long as
breathing continues) until Ambulance arrives.

9.7 Rescue/Response for Trench/Manhole

For the purpose of emergency rescue/response, an excavation shall be defined by any

depression, Manhole, trench, or earth wall, man-made or natural, of four feet (1.2m) or greater.
Trench collapses generally occur due to unstable soil conditions combined with improper or
inadequate shoring. The potential for additional collapse is considered a primary hazard to
personnel. Removing soil or debris, adding weight near the edge of an open cut, vibration (such
as vehicle movement), and rain may cause additional collapse at any time during the rescue
operation.

Due to the inherent dangers associated with these operations, SAMG-JV Risk
Management Approach shall be applied to all trench rescue operations and shall be
continuously re-assessed throughout the incident.

In the event of any emergency situation requiring rescue from an excavation, Workers shall not
attempt to enter an unprotected excavation/trench to perform rescue.

Emergency Response coordinator shall be notified immediately. He will assess the situation and
determine whether to activate Emergency Services by calling 999.

Rescue services that can be performed safely from outside the excavation, such as hoisting a
harnessed victim using the utmost caution.

Other workers in the excavation shall exit the excavation immediately to the nearest assembly
point, establish a safety perimeter around the excavation and wait for emergency services,
providing assistance only when able to do so without endangering their own safety.

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FOR RESCUE OF WORKERS BURIED UNDER COLLAPSED SOIL

Follow below the evacuation response.

Entry Operations

Entry operations shall be conducted under the direction of the Deputy HSE Manager /
Emergency Rescue Coordinator assisted by Project Construction Manager of the location,
Rescue Teams and Standby First Aiders.

Rescue Team shall be responsible for entry operations and shall ensure that all personnel
operating in the hazard zone are accounted for and wearing appropriate PPE.

I. MAKE THE TRENCH AND MANHOLE SAFE

A. Place ingress and egress ladders into the trench/manhole. There should be at least 2
ladders placed into the trench/manhole no more than 50 feet apart and shall be properly
secured.

B. Decide on the shoring system to be used (i.e. hydraulic shore, pneumatic shore, timber
shore).

C. Create a safe zone in the non-collapsed area of the trench, from both ends if possible,
by implementing an approved shoring system.

D. Remove dirt from the collapsed zone while remaining in the safe zone. E. Secure all
utilities, pipe, or other obstructions in the trench.

E. Safety harness and line MUST be worn by rescuers in trench/manhole over 1.5m deep.

II. VICTIM REMOVAL / INCIDENTS WITHOUT COLLAPSE

A. Create a safe zone around the victim.

B. Remove objects trapping the victim such as pipes, lumber, machinery, etc.

C. Assess victim’s condition.

D. Properly package/secure the patient and immediately remove from the trench.

III. VICTIM REMOVAL / INCIDENTS WITH COLLAPSE

A. Begin dirt removal while operating from a safe zone.

B. Continue extending safe zone into collapse zone.

C. Create a safe zone around the victim.

D. Uncover victim to below the diaphragm utilizing small shovels, buckets, or by hand, and
assess the victim’s condition.
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E. Completely uncover the victim, properly package/secure the patient and remove from the
trench/Manhole.

IV. TREATMENT

A. Conduct a primary survey upon reaching the victim.

B. Administer First Aid Treatment to injured victims.

C. Initiate CPR if there are no sign of breathing.

D. Wait for Emergency Services.

9.9 Bomb Threat / Other Security Treats and Malicious Threats

Lines of organization must be established. It is important that anyone, who might receive the
threat, be aware of the proper procedures that are to go into effect. By being prepared for such
an incident, the employee will be more mentally capable of handling the problem, without panic.

Evacuation

This is the most important decision to be made in the event that a threat is received. The
decision must be made only by the Project Manager of SAMG-JV & GCE. As soon as the
decision is made, the local police must be contacted and informed of the threat.

This must be practiced. It can be incorporated into fire drills without notifying employees. The
procedures can be the same (except for the calling police during a mock drill).

NOTE: As a rule of thumb, evacuate all personnel 300 feet.

REMEMBER: The decision to, or not to, evacuate must consider the civil liabilities of either
decision.

10.0 Earthquake Emergency Response

Immediate Action:

 Remain Calm. By staying calm, yourself, you will be better able to assess damage and
assist others.
 Take Cover.

If you are inside a building:

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 Stay there;
 Move under a sturdy table, desk, or bed and stay there;
 Brace yourself in an inside corner, or doorway;
 Stay away from windows;
 Protect your head and face with any available material.

If you are outdoors:

 Stay there;
 Move away from tall buildings, structures, and trees;
 Stay away from fallen power lines, as they may appear to be “dead” but may suddenly
Re-energize as automatic restoration of power is attempted;
 Proceed if possible, to an open area.
 Do not lift or raise any power lines

If you are in a vehicle:

 Pull over and stop;

 Remain clear of overpasses, tall buildings, structures, and trees;
 Make certain your seat belt is fastened;
 Stay in your vehicle, as it will provide some protection from falling and flying debris.

After the Earthquake:

 Do not rush outdoors. Many people are injured in this way when struck by falling debris.
 Do not use the elevator, and warn others not to use it, because a power outage may
occur after the quake has stopped in your immediate area.
 Check for injuries or people who are trapped.
 Follow emergency medical procedures.
 Follow the Emergency Action Procedures for building evacuation.
 Assist individuals in leaving the building if it is safe to leave.

10.1 Training and Testing Emergency Response Plans

SAMG-JV has identified the need to train appointed personnel with specific roles where
specialized training are required and ensure that they acquire the skill needed to respond
appropriately to emergency at site. It shall be mandatory that all personnel are aware and
understand what actions to take and when to take them in the event of an emergency situation.
SAMG-JV shall provide such information, instruction and training as may be required to assist
the personnel to respond appropriately, in the event of an emergency through both in-house and
external trainings.

In-house/Internal Training
Inductions, EPR Plan Briefing and toolbox talk on different emergency scenarios shall be
provided for the general site personnel to be aware of the emergency procedures and location of
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Emergency first Aid Kits, Muster Points Location, emergency contact numbers to call in the
event of emergency

Specialized Training by External Training Agency

First Aider training, Fire Warden, Confined Space Rescue Training shall be provided by Third
Party Agencies to ensure that appointed personnel are certified and are fully aware of the roles
assigned to them in the event of emergency on site.

Emergency Drills

To test the effectiveness of the objectives and components of the Approved Emergency
Preparedness and Response Plan, emergency drill shall be conducted within the first Thirty (30)
days of the commencement of works on site, afterwards emergency drills shall be conducted on
Bi annual (6 monthly) basis as a minimum throughout the project duration. These may include:
Fire drills, Evacuation drills, Spill control drills, Earthquake drills etc.…

Audit and Records.

A detailed Records of such drills and exercises, observations and recommendations, lesson
learned from drills and experiences, Details of performance assessment shall be kept for Audit
Purpose.
The EPR Plan shall be reviewed and whenever necessary revised and updated every 6 Months,
Periodic Auditing must be carried out to ensure compliance.

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