Health Safety Statement

SAFETY STATEMENT FOR CEMEX IRELAND
Current revision date: January 2006 Last revision date: January 2005
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SECTION 1.0 2.0 3.0
CONTENTS
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DOCUMENT CONTROL GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY ORGANISATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Organisation Chart Executive Management Operations Department Safety Organisation 3.2.1 Managing Director 3.2.2 Regional Director 3.2.3 Development Director 3.2.4 Finance Director 3.2.5 Director of Technical Services 3.2.6 Health and Safety Manager 3.2.7 Regional Sales Manager 3.2.8 Regional Operations Manager 3.2.9 Regional Technical Manager 3.2.10 Plant Managers 3.2.11 Employees
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SAFETY CONSULTATION
4.1 4.2 Consultation with Employees Safety Representative
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TRAINING
5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 Training for Health and Safety Identification of Training Needs Induction Training Job Training Training Record
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ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION/REPORTING
6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 Aims and Objectives Accident Report Form Report to Health and Safety Authority General Register Accident Analysis
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AUDITING AND REVIEW

7.1 7.2 Safety Inspections Review of Effectiveness of the Safety Statement
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CONTRACTORS
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FIRST AID
9.1 9.2 9.3 First Aid Boxes First Aiders First Aid Records
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SAFETY EQUIPMENT
10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 Issue of Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) P.P.E. available Location Issue Where Required Use of Safety Equipment
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PURCHASING AND PLANNING

11.1 Purchasing 11.1.1 Machinery and Equipment 11.1.2 Substances Planning
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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 Emergency Rescue, Accident, Fire, Geological and Environmental Procedures Accident Fire Ground Movement, Landslides and/or Face Collapses Environmental Pollution Incident
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PERMIT TO WORK PROCEDURES

13.1 13.2 The Procedure is as Follows Items That Need To Be Addressed
Appendix I Appendix II Appendix III Appendix IV Appendix V Appendix VI
Plant Operation Rules and Procedures Findings of the Risk Assessment Company Accident Report Form HSA Statutory Report Form Personal Protective Equipment Contractors Permit to Work
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DOCUMENT CONTROL The Manager in control of each location holds the current copy of the Safety Statement for that location. The original is held with the Environmental, Health & Safety Manager.
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GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY The policy of the Company is to comply with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and to ensure so far as is reasonably practicable the safety, health and welfare of all employees working for the Company and to provide appropriate information, training and supervision. We will consult with our employees in establishing arrangements for securing cooperation in the workplace on safety, health and welfare. These arrangements will allow employees to be consulted on steps taken to safeguard their safety, health and welfare and allow them to select and appoint a Safety Representative from amongst their numbers. It is also our policy to protect so far as is reasonably practicable the health, safety and welfare of other persons affected by our activities but not directly employed by the Company. All employees have the responsibility to co-operate with management to achieve a healthy and safe workplace and to take reasonable care of themselves and others on the premises. It is the responsibility and duty of all employees to comply with the Companys Safety Policy by exercising due caution and care.
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3.0 3.1
ORGANISATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES Organisation Charts
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Managing Director Roger Gonzalez
Company Secretary Phil Doherty Personal Assistant Sharon Coffey
Director of Concrete Products Bill Gray
Regional Director NI & IOM Mike Shaw
Regional Director Eastern Pierce Power

Operations Eftim Ivanoff Commercial Tom Rooney
Regional Director South Stuart Parker

Operations Jerry Anglim Commercial Pat Duffy
Regional Director BMW Mark Guinan

Con/Aggs Peter Deavy Commercial Andrew Goode
Director of Technical Services Brian Kelly

Quality Sys. Control Gareth Vaughan Admixtures John Allen Aggs & Blocks Operations TBA Concrete Operations TBA Logistics TBA Devp.
Finance Director Sergio Martinez
Commercial
& Developme nt Director Brendan Fitzgerald
Human Resources Director Helen Bennett

HR (ROI) Tom OGorman HR (NI, UK & IOM) Jill Corry Comp & Ben Lorraine Donohoe Health & Saf. Anthony Moran Planning & Dev Miriam Carolan
Ops Manager (Ballygawley ) Denis Deevy Flooring & Stairs Pat Reihill Pipes & Tiles Bernard Brown Precast Martin OReilly Precast (Wells) Wilf Nelson
Concrete Clifford Lutton Commercial TBA Aggregates Matt OBrien Operations (IOM) Richard Flaherty
Comptrollership Peter OShea Treasury John McCambridge Procurement Thomas Moore IT Michael Hully Internal Control Colin Webb Credit Control Paul Conlan Bus Strategy Hugo Losda
Land Dev. & Environment Cliona Ryan Commercial Development Robert Moore
Ian Williams Technical John Breslin Coleman Lillis Rosie Byrne Mervyn Hamilton
Commercial Brian Mulgrew
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Operations Department CEMEX Ireland

Regional Director Director of Technical Services
Regional Sales Manager
Regional Operations Manager
Regional Technical Manager
H&S Manager
Sales Reps
Plant Manager (Aggregates)
Plant Manager (Concrete/Blocks)
Regional Technical Manager
H&S Advisers
Supervisor
Supervisor
Batcher
Shipper
H&S Administrator
Administration
Operatives / Fitters / Contractors
Operatives / Fitters / Contractors
Transport
Lab Staff
Field Technician
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3.2 3.2.1
Safety Organisation Managing Director The Managing Director has the overall responsibility for the implementation of the health and safety statement and will ensure that adequate resources are made available to achieve the objectives of the Safety Statement. The Managing Director shall ensure:1. 2. Management meetings at all levels will include Health and Safety. All management reports throughout the line management structure will include Health and Safety information. All relevant Health and Safety information is circulated to managers and employees. All work undertaken by, on behalf of, or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce accidents. Health and Safety Audits and Inspection Reports are reviewed where necessary, and take corrective action when serious or continued breaches of the safety management system occur.
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Regional Director The Regional Director is responsible to the Managing Director for the implementation of the health and safety statement for activities within their operations. The Regional Director shall ensure:1. Within their operation there is a clearly identified management structure, together with arrangements to safeguard the Health and Safety of employees and third parties. That necessary resources are available to meet Health and Safety objectives. Compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation, associated Guidance Notes and Codes of Practice. All management reports include Health and Safety. Company policy and contractual arrangements for sub-contractors, drivers and transport is observed. All work undertaken by, on behalf of or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce incidents. Health and Safety Inspection Reports and Audits are reviewed and corrective action taken when serious or continued breaches of the Safety Management System occur.
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Development Director The Development Director is responsible to the Managing Director for the implementation of the health and safety statement for activities within their operations. The Development Director shall ensure:1. Within their operation there is a clearly identified management structure, together with arrangements to safeguard the Health and Safety of employees and third parties. That necessary resources are available to meet Health and Safety objectives. Compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation, associated Guidance Notes and Codes of Practice. All management reports include Health and Safety. Company policy and contractual arrangements for sub-contractors, drivers and transport is observed. All work undertaken by, on behalf of or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce incidents. Health and Safety Inspection Reports and Audits are reviewed and corrective action taken when serious or continued breaches of the Safety Management System occur. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
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Finance Director The Finance Director is responsible to the Managing Director for the implementation of the health and safety statement for activities within their operations. The Finance Director shall ensure:1. Within their operation there is a clearly identified management structure, together with arrangements to safeguard the Health and Safety of employees and third parties. That necessary resources are available to meet Health and Safety objectives. Compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation, associated Guidance Notes and Codes of Practice. All management reports include Health and Safety. Company policy and contractual arrangements for sub-contractors, drivers and transport is observed.
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All work undertaken by, on behalf of or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce incidents. Health and Safety Inspection Reports and Audits are reviewed and corrective action taken when serious or continued breaches of the Safety Management System occur. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
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Director of Technical Services The Director of Technical Services is responsible to the Managing Director for the implementation of the health and safety statement for activities within their operations. The Director of Technical Services shall ensure:1. Within their operation there is a clearly identified management structure, together with arrangements to safeguard the Health and Safety of employees and third parties. That necessary resources are available to meet Health and Safety objectives. Compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation, associated Guidance Notes and Codes of Practice. All management reports include Health and Safety. Company policy and contractual arrangements for sub-contractors, drivers and transport is observed. All work undertaken by, on behalf of or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce incidents. Health and Safety Inspection Reports and Audits are reviewed and corrective action taken when serious or continued breaches of the Safety Management System occur. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
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Health and Safety Manager The appointment is an advisory one and does not absolve the responsibility of line management. 1. Assist the Directors in the implementation of the Health and Safety Statement and implementation of Health and Safety Improvement Plans.
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Prepare reports on safety matters for the attention of the Managing Director, Board Meetings, Management Meetings and Safety Committees. Advise Management Personnel of their safety duties and responsibilities. Advise Management Personnel of proposed changes to Statutory Health and Safety Legislation and the implications of same. Ensure accidents are properly investigated and are reported to the relevant statutory body in compliance with legislation. Maintain a general accident register and records on reportable accidents and dangerous occurrences. Prepare Health and Safety Policies, Safe Operating Procedures, Risk Assessments and other Health and Safety documentation as required. Review Health and Safety documentation as required. Carry out Plant Inspections and Audits as and when necessary. Report findings to Plant Manager, Regional Operations/Contracts Manager, Regional Director. Identify and propose ways of continually improving upon the Companys Health and Safety performance. Liaise with the Health and Safety Authority and other statutory bodies and enforcing bodies as necessary and act upon any recommendations for improvements they may suggest. As required, accompany Health and Safety Authority and other safety advisor on site visits. Assist the Insurance Risk Manager and Broker in the management of personal injury claims and provide any information needed by insurers / solicitors. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
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Regional Sales Manager The Regional Sales Manager shall ensure:1. Be aware of all Health and Safety implications, which arise or are likely to arise from his departments activities on all of the Companys premises or locations, which are used by or are the responsibility of his department. Company policy and contractual arrangements for sub-contractors, drivers and transport is observed. All work undertaken by, on behalf of or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce incidents.
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Health and Safety Inspection Reports and Audits are reviewed and corrective action taken when serious or continued breaches of the Safety Management System occur. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
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Regional Operations Managers The Regional Operations Manager shall ensure:7. Be aware of all Health and Safety implications, which arise or are likely to arise from his departments activities on all of the Companys premises or locations, which are used by or are the responsibility of his department. Company policy and contractual arrangements for sub-contractors, drivers and transport is observed. All work undertaken by, on behalf of or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce incidents. Health and Safety Inspection Reports and Audits are reviewed and corrective action taken when serious or continued breaches of the Safety Management System occur. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
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Regional Technical Manager The Regional Technical Manager reports to the Regional Operations Manager and shall ensure:1. Be aware of all Health and Safety implications, which arise or are likely to arise from his departments activities on all of the Companys premises or locations, which are used by or are the responsibility of his department. Company policy and contractual arrangements for sub-contractors, drivers and transport is observed. All work undertaken by, on behalf of or for the Company will be the subject of a Risk Assessment and Planning Process, which seeks to minimise hazards, control risks and reduce incidents. Health and Safety Inspection Reports and Audits are reviewed and corrective action taken when serious or continued breaches of the Safety Management System occur. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment.
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Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
3.2.10 Plant Managers Managers are responsible to the Regional Operations Manager for the safety of operations under their control. In a quarry where the site is multi product, i.e. concrete, blocks, asphalt and mortar, the Quarry Manager has overall responsibility for Health and Safety Management. ________________________________ as manager must: 1. Acquire knowledge of the Safety Statement, Company safety requirements and statutory safety requirements applying to all operations under their control. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that the arrangements made by the Company to secure the health and safety of employees are implemented. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that all employees in their departments are trained and given such information, instruction and supervision as may be necessary to enable them to work safely and without injury or risk to health. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that all employees under their control are made aware of the procedures for reporting accidents. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that all employees in their department are made aware of the location of the first aid facilities and know the procedures in the event of fire or emergency. Initiate an investigation of accidents and dangerous occurrences promptly and report to the Regional Operations and Health and Safety Manager. Continually seek to develop safe practices and safe systems of work and ensure these are put into practice. Set an example in safe behaviour. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that all plant, machinery and equipment is safe to use and in particular that all dangerous parts of machinery are guarded and that the guards provided are correctly fitted, adjusted and kept in place whilst the machinery is in motion or use. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that all overalls, protective clothing and equipment provided are adequate for the purpose intended and are used by all persons employed when exposed to risk. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that good housekeeping and hygiene standards are maintained throughout their areas of responsibility. Ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that appropriate remedial action is taken in respect of all reported defects and complaints relating to health and safety. Carry out a regular Safety Inspections and record that this has been done and report any defects to the Regional Manager.
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Take appropriate disciplinary action in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety. Ensure plant statutory registers, records and reports, and Company inspection and associated records are completed as required and any remedial actions are taken. Where workplaces are shared with contractors or other third parties, relevant Health and Safety information about hazards and the control measures required, will be discussed with the contractor or third parties before work is commenced. Work, which involves an outside contractor is the subject of a permit to work procedure. Ensure that relevant Company and statutory notices are displayed at the respective plant notice boards and kept up to date. All Contracts of Employment will clearly state that the requirement to work safely is a condition of employment. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in situations where anyone has compromised either their own or another persons Health and Safety.
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3.2.11 Employees Employees have a responsibility to: 1. Work according to the Companys Safe Systems of Work and Safe Operating Procedures. Use the protective clothing and equipment provided for their protection. Always take account of factors that will minimise the risk of injury, damage and loss. Disciplinary procedures will be invoked for breaches of Company Safety Rules, Safe Operating Procedures and Instructions. When completing work on site ensure it is left safe and protected with fencing and barriers in place, materials safely stored and keys removed from machinery. Report to their Manager / Supervisor any accidents that have resulted in or could have resulted in injury or near misses. Report all injuries that occur to them at work, obtain the necessary first aid treatment and co-operate in ensuring that the relevant information is entered in the applicable register. Co-operate in the investigation of accidents with the objective of introducing remedial measures to prevent recurrence. Set an example of safe working practices particularly to new entrants and young persons. Report any hazard they may observe promptly to the Location Manager. Suggest means of eliminating or reducing the hazard.
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Where you perceive a Safe System of Work or other Safe Operating Procedure can be improved upon you have a duty to inform your Manager.
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SAFETY CONSULTATION Consultation with Employees CEMEX Ireland recognises that employee involvement in health and safety in the workplace is an integral part of ensuring compliance with the Safety Statement. The Company is also committed to complying with the requirements of Section 25 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 relating to selection and appointment of a Safety Representative. The principal mechanism for consultation with employees on health and safety will be via their immediate manager/supervisor. In addition, employees will be advised of their right to select a Safety Representative.
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Safety Representative In accordance with Section 25 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005, employees have the right to select a Safety Representative. The role of the Safety Representative may be summarised as follows: The Safety Representative will be given access to any information in the possession of management that pertains to the safety, health and welfare of employees subject to the exclusion of information relating to: An individual Information pertaining to the CEMEX Ireland Group of Companies taking or defending a legal action; or Information, which may not be disclosed without contravening a legal prohibition. The Safety Representative will be given the opportunity to receive appropriate training. The Safety Representative will be informed when an Inspector of the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) visits the premises and will be facilitated with the discharge of his/her functions under Section 25 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005. The Safety Representative will not suffer any disadvantage through discharge of these functions.
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TRAINING Training for Health and Safety CEMEX Ireland is committed to providing appropriate health and safety training for all employees. Health and safety training will primarily be the responsibility of the Location Manager. This will include both in-house training and the use of external training agencies.
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Identification of Training Needs Health and safety training needs of employees will be identified by the Location Manager in association with their respective Operations / Contracts Manager. Both theoretical and practical aspects of training will be considered. The following will be used to assist in the identification of training needs: (i) (ii) (iii) Accident/incident analysis data where inadequate training was a factor in an accident Observation of task or job Review of legislation relevant to the facility.
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Induction Training All staff employed by CEMEX Ireland will receive induction training on commencement of employment to ensure they fully understand the hazards of their workplace and what safety precautions and emergency procedures, which are required. This training will be based primarily on the content of the Safety Statement, Plant Operation Rules and Procedures, and the findings of the Risk Assessments. All new employees should receive instruction and training on general health and safety guidelines for employees and contractors as published by the Irish Concrete Federation. In addition, they will be made aware of accident and dangerous occurrence reporting procedures. The Location Manager is responsible for carrying out this training.
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Job Training Appropriate training will be given to employees involved in those activities where a training need has been identified. Appropriate training will also be provided for employees transferring from one department to another. Appendix I and II contains a copy of the Plant Operation Rules and Procedures and Findings of the Risk Assessments.
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Training Record The training status of every employee will be kept on file by the Location Manager with a copy to the Health and Safety Manager to satisfy Group records. The original documentation, i.e. attendance sheets, certificates, assessment records, etc., will be forwarded to the Human Resources Department at Head Office, to be place on the employee file with a copy maintained in the plant Health & Safety Management File. Training Records will contain the following information: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) name of person receiving instruction date of instruction or exercise name of instructor nature and content of instruction
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ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION/REPORTING Aims and Objectives The basic aim of CEMEX Ireland is that no employee should be subjected to injury or ill health, no matter how slight the consequences may be. The absolute goal of the
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Company is zero Lost Time Incidents. Therefore, it is important that all accidents and incidents with potential for injury or ill health are reported to management. It is very important that any person (employee or other) who has sustained an injury reports the accident directly, or causes someone else to report on his/her behalf, as soon as possible after its occurrence to the Location Manager. The Location Manager in turn must notify the Health and Safety Manager and their respective Manager of all accidents and incidents. All accidents and incidents must be reported to the Health & Safety Department within 24 hours of the event to satisfy Group Reporting Requirements. 6.2 Accident Report Form Each location has a copy of the Group Accident Report Form. An Accident Report Form must be completed by the injured person or in his absence the Location Manager as soon as possible following the incident. Appendix III contains a copy of the Accident Report Form to be used. 6.3 Report to Health and Safety Authority The Health and Safety Manager is responsible for completion, where necessary, of the form prescribed by the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 1993 for reporting of accidents or dangerous occurrences to the Health and Safety Authority (HSA). This report is made where: (i) (ii) the accident causes loss of life, or disables any person for more than three days from performing the normal duties of their employment. a dangerous occurrence has taken place as defined in Appendix III.
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Appendix IV contains a copy of the prescribed reporting forms. 6.4 General Register All reportable accidents (accidents reportable to the Health and Safety Authority) must be recorded in the Companys General Register by the Health and Safety Manager, once it has been brought to his attention by the Location Manager and their respective Manager. 6.5 Accident Analysis An analysis of all accident reports will be carried out weekly by the Health and Safety Manager. All reports must be displayed on H&S notice boards.
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AUDITING AND REVIEW Safety Inspections The Health and Safety Department will carry out regular Safety Inspections, record the findings and report any defects to the Location Manager and their respective Operations Manager and the Regional Director.
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Review of Effectiveness of the Safety Statement The objective of the review is to ensure that the Safety Statement within CEMEX Ireland continues to be effective. This shall be done by: (i) (ii) (iii) Reviewing accident statistics Reviewing absence records in relation to industrial injury Highlighting deficiencies and initiating improvements, which may be required.
The Health and Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring that these reviews are carried out bi-annually.
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CONTRACTORS Contractors on CEMEX Ireland premises are responsible for complying with relevant H&S Legislation. Contractors may also be legally liable if, by their acts or default, they cause the Company to commit an offence. A contractor can be an employer and/or self-employed person. Contractors on CEMEX Ireland premises shall comply with the following requirements: (i) Contractors should not be permitted to work on the regional / locational premises unless covered by adequate Employers and Public Liability Insurance. Contractors Insurance Policies must be submitted to the Regional Manager for examination prior to work commencing to ensure that they conform to CEMEX Ireland requirements. Contractors are obliged to observe the CEMEX Ireland Group safety requirements for control of contractors and any instructions given by personnel who implement the Companys Safety Statement. Contractors will be given a copy of these requirements by the person awarding the contract prior to the contract being undertaken. Contractors must not commence work on the premises until the relevant safety procedures are read, understood and accepted. Contractors must provide a copy of their own Safety Statement for inspection on the request of Regional Manager / Location Manager.
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A list of approved Contractors will be compiled. These contractors must satisfy the Companys Control of Contractors Procedures.
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FIRST AID First Aid Boxes First Aid Boxes are located at each operational unit. The Location Manager, or where appointed the Occupational First Aider, will be responsible for the control of First Aid Boxes and will carry out a check at least every two months to identify any replacement stocks needed.
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First Aiders An adequate number of personnel will be trained in First Aid and will receive refresher training as and when required.
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First Aid Records Records of all First Aid administered shall be kept in a First Aid Record Book located in the First Aid Boxes. The Occupational First Aiders shall be responsible for keeping these records.
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SAFETY EQUIPMENT Issue of Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) The Location Manager will co-ordinate the arrangements for the issue of P.P.E. All employees must sign for the issue of P.P.E. The appropriate sheet is enclosed in Appendix V. 10.1.1 In order to satisfy Group requirements it is mandatory that the issue of all PPE and signature for acknowledgement of receipt by employee be securely filed in the Location Managers office.
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The following equipment is available on free issue, as and when required: Helmet Overalls Protective Boots Protective Wellingtons High Visibility Clothing Gloves Masks Hearing Protection Waterproof Clothing Goggles
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Location Issue Where Required Lockguards, Padlocks, Instruction on First Aid Box, Protective Equipment for Cutting and Welding, Safety Harness.
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Use of Safety Equipment (i) Managers must set an example by wearing and using the appropriate safety equipment and must take the strongest possible attitude to ensure that all employees do likewise. In general helmets, high visibility clothing and safety footwear must be worn. Other equipment should be worn when deemed necessary as a consequence of risk assessment and location management instructions. Where noise hazard areas exist, employees will be issued with, and required to wear, adequate hearing protection when working in these areas. This is a legal requirement.
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Where a dust hazard has been identified on site, the appropriate dust mask will be worn. This is a legal requirement.
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PURCHASING AND PLANNING Purchasing It is the policy of CEMEX Ireland to take health and safety into consideration when purchasing machinery, equipment or services, and to ensure that the required standards are met prior to such purchases being made. This responsibility rests with the originator of the purchase requisition. 11.1.1 Machinery and Equipment (i) Mechanical Hazards safeguarding shall be provided in accordance with. (a) PrEN620 Continuous handling equipment and systems. Equipment for mechanical handling both unit loads and bulk materials Special safety requirements for design, manufacturing, erection and commissioning stages. EN294 Safety of machinery Safety distance to prevent danger zones being reached by the upper limbs.
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Electrical electrical wiring and installation shall be in accordance with the ETCI (Electro Technical Council of Ireland) rules. Chemicals chemicals used in association with plant and machinery may present hazards to users. These must be controlled in accordance with 11.1.2 below.
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11.1.2 Substances The Safety, Health and Welfare (Chemical Agents) Regulations 2001 provide for occupational exposure limits. (i) Information hazard data shall always be obtained from the supplier in respect of all substances used. Hazard Control consideration shall always be given to less reactive chemicals and limitations of quantity.
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Planning The health and safety implications will be thoroughly considered at the design and planning stage of: (i) (ii) alterations to the building new plant and machinery or alternative layout of existing plant and machinery.
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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Emergency Rescue, Accident, Fire, Geological and Environmental Procedures At the scene of any incident FIRST ensure your own safety. If help can be summoned by shouting or calling someone quickly do so. RESCUE If a victims problems are caused by running equipment switch if off. If immediate action is required to rescue a person, use objects, which are available to hand to assist or make the situation safe. Do not expose yourself to the same danger as the victim.
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Accident Do not move the victim unless there is a possibility of further danger. If the victim has been electrocuted isolate the electricity. Summon help immediately, i.e. first aider and emergency services. To facilitate clear and immediate access for the emergency services the following procedure will be: Person assuming charge of the situation will place sentries at strategic points to guide the emergency services to the casualty. After removal of the casualty the incident area must be sealed off prior to investigation. Inform the Manager and Health and Safety Manager immediately.
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Fire In the event of a fire breaking out in any area the following procedure will be adopted: Ensure there is no risk to yourself or others, try to extinguish the fire with the appropriate fire extinguishers. If this is not possible, raise the alarm and make sure all personnel are evacuated from the area and accounted for. Call emergency services and inform the Manager. Isolate the electricity. Person assuming charge of the situation will place sentries at strategic points to guide the fire services to the fire. No person will return to the affected area until it is declared safe to do so by the Fire Brigade or in their absence the Location Manager.
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Ground Movement, Landslides and/or Face Collapses Evacuate and seal off access to areas and any areas that could be affected. If areas outside the boundaries are affected seal off and inform the Police. Without exposing the drivers of mobile machinery to danger, all site machinery must be made available to arrest any geological emergency.
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Environmental Pollution Incident AIM: To effect the speedy execution of remedial action should there be an incident of environmental pollution. PURPOSE OF PLAN: To ensure that all personnel involved know what to do, and whom to inform. WHAT TO DO: In the event of an environmental pollution incident, telephone the Manager immediately. The Manager will inform the relevant statutory authority. Where appropriate, the Police, Fire Brigade and Health and Safety Authority, will be informed. Remedial action must be taken immediately and if time permits, agreement must be sought from the relevant authority.
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PERMIT TO WORK PROCEDURES A written Permit to Work system is a means of achieving control of a system at work, and requires formal action on the part of those doing the work, those responsible for it, and those authorised to sign such permit. A permit to work form is contained in Appendix VI.
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The procedure is as follows (i) This system is for use when controlling contractors who undertake work on a CEMEX Ireland site. The CEMEX Ireland Location Manager, together with the contractor, should identify the potential hazards/dangers associated with the work to be undertaken. Decide with the contractor how the risks associated with the hazards will be controlled and who will be responsible for the necessary measures. Job specific information, e.g. emergency procedures etc., should be recorded. Reference to Method Statements, etc., should also be made. A copy of the Permit should be retained in the Location Managers office. When the work has been completed, the sign off system at the base of the page should be filled in.
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(iv)
(v) (vi)
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13.2
Items That Need To Be Addressed Organisation: Who is the Responsible Person from CEMEX Ireland? Who is the Contractors Responsible Person? What are the lines of communication between different groups? What about sub-contractors? What happens in an emergency? Who is responsible for discipline? Has the working area been defined and, if needed, cordoned off?
Heights: Is edge protection needed? Are ladders being used correctly? What personal protective equipment should be used? Is there a danger of materials falling from height?
Electrical: What needs to be isolated using the Lockguard clamp? Is there anybody working live? Is there anybody testing live?
Health / Chemicals: Is there any risk to health from the chemicals being used? What protective equipment is needed to use these chemicals? Will people be working with asbestos? Do you know what chemicals are to be used on site?
Mechanical: Fire: Are flammable liquids/gases being used? What fire fighting equipment is needed? Have escape routes been planned in the event of a fire? Could welding set fire to adjacent material? Are any guards to be removed? Is there equipment to be locked off? Is there any other adjacent machinery/ancillary equipment, which has an effect on the job? Is all equipment suitable for the planned work?
Emergency Plans: Does the nature of the work require specific emergency procedures? E.g. entry into a silo. Do people understand their role within the procedures and are they trained? Do people know who to contact both within and outside your organisation should things go wrong?
Environment:
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Are adequate welfare facilities provided? Is there adequate heating and lighting? Is the site being maintained in a clean and tidy state?

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SECTION 1.0 2.0 3.0

DOCUMENT CONTROL GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY ORGANISATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

AUDITING AND REVIEW

PURCHASING AND PLANNING

PERMIT TO WORK PROCEDURES

Appendix I Appendix II Appendix III Appendix IV Appendix V Appendix VI

ORGANISATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES Organisation Charts

Director of Concrete Products Bill Gray

Regional Director NI & IOM Mike Shaw

Regional Director Eastern Pierce Power

Regional Director South Stuart Parker

Regional Director BMW Mark Guinan

Director of Technical Services Brian Kelly

Finance Director Sergio Martinez

& Developme nt Director Brendan Fitzgerald

Human Resources Director Helen Bennett

Commercial Brian Mulgrew

Operations Department CEMEX Ireland

Regional Sales Manager

Regional Operations Manager

Regional Technical Manager

Plant Manager (Aggregates)

Plant Manager (Concrete/Blocks)

Regional Technical Manager

Operatives / Fitters / Contractors

Operatives / Fitters / Contractors

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