
Safety rules for welding

When welding, always protect against burns, welding spatter, and welding fumes.
Therefore, always remember when welding:
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To use protective gloves and possibly an apron, a welding helmet or welding goggles.
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To establish extraction for welding fumes, so that toxic gases are not inhaled.
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To remove flammable substances and materials from the welding site.
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To clean the surface coating such as oil, paint, metallization and other protective substances from the welding surface.
When welding in and on containers, to ventilate and clean them and check for any gases before welding begins. Even small liquid residues and dried paint can emit explosive fumes when exposed to heat.
FH Contractors' guidelines set minimum standards for safety regulations, unless otherwise specified in writing. Local safety requirements from other companies that relate to your work must take precedence over FH Contractors' guidelines.
You must always comply with the laws of the country in which you are working. Violation may result in repatriation. Alcohol and drugs are prohibited in the workplace, as is intoxication or impairment. Abuse will result in immediate dismissal at your own expense.
Remember, safety always comes first!
These guidelines constitute the foundation for health, environment, safety, and quality at FH Contractors. By adhering to them, you contribute to our common goal of maintaining a high level of safety in the workplace, which protects both people, the environment, and equipment.
9 Life Saving Rules

Bypassing Safety Controls
Obtain authorisation before overriding or disabling safety-controls:
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I understand and use safety-critical equipment and procedures which apply to my task
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I obtain authorisation before:
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disabling or overriding safety equipment
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deviating from procedures
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crossing a barrier
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Confined Space
Obtain authorisation before entering a confirned space:
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I confirm energy sources are isolated
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I confirm the atmosphere has been tested and is monitored
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I check and use my breathing apparatus when required
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I confirm there is an attendant standing by
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I confirm a rescue plan is in place
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I obtain authorisation to enter.

Safe Mechanical Lifting
Plan lifting operations and control the area:
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I confirm that the equipment and load have been inspected and are fit for purpose
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I only operate equipment that I am qualified to use
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I establish and obey barriers and exclusion zones
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I never walk under a suspended load.

Work Authorization
Work with a valid permit when required:
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I have confirmed if a permit is required
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I am authorised to perform the work
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I understand the permit
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I have confirmed that hazards are controlled and it is safe to start
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I stop and reassess if conditions change.

Driving
Follow safe driving rules:
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I always wear a seatbelt
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I do not exceed the speed limit, and reduce my speed for road conditions
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I do not use phones or operate devices while driving
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I am fit, rested and fully alert while driving
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I follow journey management requirements.

Hot Work
Control flammables and ignition sources:
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I identify and control ignition sources
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Before starting any hot work:
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I confirm flammable material has been removed or isolated
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I obtain authorisation
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Before starting hot work in a hazardous area I confirm:
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a gas test has been completed
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gas will be monitored continually.
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Working at Height
Protect yourself against a fall when working at height:
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I inspect my fall protection equipment before use
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I secure tools and work materials to prevent dropped objects
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I tie off 100% to approved anchor points while outside a protected area.

Energy isolation
Verify isolation and zero energy before work begins:
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I have identified all energy sources
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I confirm that hazardous energy sources have been isolated, locked, and tagged
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I have checked there is zero energy and tested for residual or stored energy.

Line of fire
Verify isolation and zero energy before work begins:
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I position myself to avoid:
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moving objects
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vehicles
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pressure releases
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dropped objects
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I establish and obey barriers and exclusion zones
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I take action to secure loose objects and report potential dropped objects