Leader Sunnic Joint Venture

Reconstruction, Improvement and Rehabilitation of Kai Tak River from Wong Tai Sin Police Station to Tung Tau II Estate Contract No. DC/2011/04 Action plan for Operational Control Procedure -Working with or near Electricity
Purpose and Scope

This Action Plan is developed to support the implementation of operational controls when working with electricity. This procedure does not replace or supercede any statutory legal requirement which take precedence. In all cases those responsible should refer to the relevant Code of Practice or Regulation as the basis for the minimum requirements.
Responsibilities for the Personnel

1. A Registered Electrical Worker is responsible for:i. Undertaking electrical installations safety, using recognised practices; ii. Completing a Permit to Work for Electrical Work on Switch Box (see attached) prior to the commencement of inspection and maintenance works on switchboards; and iii. Providing training to the designated operator of generators, if any; 2. A designated operator of generators is responsible for:i Switching on and off generators; and ii Reporting any operation problem to the Registered Electrical Worker.
3. The competent person for underground utility detection

Associated Hazards / Risks 1. Electric shock 2. Damage of underground and overhead lines 3. Fire and explosion hazards

Leader Sunnic Joint Venture

Reconstruction, Improvement and Rehabilitation of Kai Tak River from Wong Tai Sin Police Station to Tung Tau II Estate Contract No. DC/2011/04 For Site Management Level: (Monitor by Site Agent/ Safety Officer) The issue of protection against electrocution should put into the agenda for discussion amongst the site management, subcontractors representatives and frontline supervisory staff in the Site Safety & Environmental Committee meeting. For Frontline Supervisor Level: (Monitor by Site Agent/ Safety Officer) Provide specific training on Electrical Safety on Construction Sites to the frontline supervisors to enhance their knowledge of electrical safety. All frontline supervisors will be instructed to enhance the site supervision and monitoring on their responsible works areas to ensure that the electrical safety precautions are strictly followed. For Workers Level: (Monitor by Safety Officer/Frontline Foreman/Safety Supervisor) Safety Officer and frontline foremen will brief the workers of Work Safety Alert Electrical Safety on Construction Sites and the relevant publicity materials issued by Labour Department through the Induction Training, tool box training and morning briefing sessions. Training topic on electrical safety and proper handling of electrical tools and their associated fittings will be incorporated in the monthly safety training schedule and conducted by the Safety Officer.

Leader Sunnic Joint Venture

Reconstruction, Improvement and Rehabilitation of Kai Tak River from Wong Tai Sin Police Station to Tung Tau II Estate Contract No. DC/2011/04

Ongoing Action General

a) The Code of Practice (COP) for the Electricity (Wiring) Regulations and the Code of Practices (COP) on Working near Electricity Supply Lines provide practical guidance and are relevant to this operational control procedure. The guidance given in bothCOPs shall be observed when electrical works are involved or carrying out works near electricity supply lines. b) The design of electrical systems (both temporary and permanent) shall meet the statutory requirements. c) All electrical installations shall be carried out by a Registered Electrical Worker of the appropriate grade under the Electricity Ordinance in accordance with the design specification d) All electrical systems shall be clearly marked to enable accurate identification: All electrical appliances and outlets shall be clearly marked to indicate their purpose and voltage. When the layout of an installation cannot be clearly distinguished, the circuits and appliances shall be identified by labels or other effective means. Circuits and appliances carrying different voltages in the same installation shall be clearly distinguished by conspicuous means such as coloured markings. Voltage of 110V should be used for portable and hand-held tools. Notice on treatment for electric shock, in the Chinese and English languages, shall be displayed in switchboard and distribution board where electricity in use. e) If works are to be carried out under unfavourable site conditions, such as wet environment, ceiling voids or situations with earthed structures/fittings in the close vicinity, a comprehensive risk assessment should be conducted by a competent person. A permit-to-work system should be adopted with appropriate safety precautions devised and implemented to eliminate or properly control the electrical hazards involved.

Leader Sunnic Joint Venture

Reconstruction, Improvement and Rehabilitation of Kai Tak River from Wong Tai Sin Police Station to Tung Tau II Estate Contract No. DC/2011/04

f) Suitable working platforms instead of ladders should be used for electrical work at height.

g) Suitable personal protective equipment, such as insulating gloves and mat, should be provided for use if necessary.

Switchboard a) The Switchboards are installed, maintained and regularly checked by Registered Electrical Workers at least once per month. b) The connections of equipment and tools to the distribution board are carried out by Registered Electrical Workers. c) All Switchboards shall be maintained in accessible locations kept free from obstructions. d) All Switchboards shall be fitted with signs detailing the electrical hazard and the supply voltage, contact details of Registered Electrical Works, electrical wiring diagrams and notice for treatment of electric shock in Chinese and English. e) Distribution boards shall be lockable and it is necessary to ensure the distribution boards remain locked when use. f) The Switchboards shall be reactivated only by the Registered Electrical Worker.

Leader Sunnic Joint Venture

Reconstruction, Improvement and Rehabilitation of Kai Tak River from Wong Tai Sin Police Station to Tung Tau II Estate Contract No. DC/2011/04

Inspection & Maintenance

1. All electrical inspection and maintenance works shall be carried out by a Registered Electrical Workers of the appropriate grade (A,B,C OR H) quarterly. 2. Adequate monitoring and effective supervision should be exercised to ensure that the above safety precautionary measures are strictly followed. 3. All electrical equipment shall be inspected before it is taken into use and steps taken to ensure that it is suitable for its proposed use.

Training and Promotion

Regular safey training/ tool box talk training on electricity safety and more promotion posters and safety information on Safe Use of Electricity will be displayed on site to arouse the safety awareness of the workers. Display Guidebooks, Leaflets, Safety Alert, Newspaper cutting and Regulations (Cap 406) on safety bulletin boards/ within site area. Seasonal Safety Campaign on safe use on Electricity

Leader Sunnic Joint Venture

Reconstruction, Improvement and Rehabilitation of Kai Tak River from Wong Tai Sin Police Station to Tung Tau II Estate Contract No. DC/2011/04

Reference (latest editions applicable) Code of Practice on Working near Electricity Supply Lines, EMSD Code of Practice for the Electricity (Wiring) Regulations, EMSD Construction Site Safety Regulations, Chapter 59 Electricity Supply Lines (Protection) Regulation, Chapter 406 Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance, Chapter 59 Guidance Notes for the Safe Isolation of Electricity Source at Work, Occupational Safety and Health Branch, Labour Department A Guide to the Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Electricity) Regulations1 Code of Practice: Safety and Health at Work for Manual Electric Arc Welding1 Guide for Safety at Work - Electric Shock Hazard of Manual Electric