HSE Emergency preparedness plan 500 villas rev 1

CONSTRUCTION OF 500 HOUSES AT OUD AL MUTEENA ,DUBAI
Document No. : ALD/HSE/EPRP/001 Revision No. : 1
Date Issued : Page 1 of 18
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CONSTRUCTION OF 500 HOUSES
AT OUD AL MUTEENA, DUBAI
Document Approval Sheet

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S.NO. DESCRIPTION NAME DESIGNATION SIGNATURE
1 PREPARED BY Dwarika HSE Officer
2 REVIEWED BY Mr. K. K. Rao HSE Manager-ALD
3 APPROVED BY
Revision Details:
Rev. 0 - First Issue.
Rev. 1 - Additional emergency contact numbers at page 19.
TABEL OF CONTENT

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I. SCOPE
II. DEFINITION
III. FIRE EMERGENCIES - GENERAL
1. On discovering a fire:
2. On hearing the alarm:
3. If trapped in an office/ room:
4. If caught in smoke:
5. If forced to advance through flames:
IV. GENERAL SPILL RESPONSE PROCEDURES
1. ASSESS THE RISK
2. PROTECT PERSONAL
3. CONFINE THE SPILL
4. CONTAIN THE LEAK/ RELEASE AT THE SOURCE
5. CLEAN UP/ REINSTATEMENT OF THE SITE.
6. SPILL FROM FUEL TANKS:
7. SPILL OR RELEASE FROM SMALL SIZE CONTAINERS
8. Chemical and Solvent Spills:
9. Toxic Fumes
V. MEDICAL EMERGENCY
 ANY PERSON WITNESSING A MEDICAL EMERGENCY
 Response to Medical Emergency
 First Aid Tips:
1. Bleeding
2. Burns, Chemical and Thermal.
3. Chocking
4. Fainting and Shock
5. Fractures and Sprains
6. Poisoning and Overdose
7. Seizure
8. Shock
9. Unconscious/ Unresponsive
VI. ORGANIZATION CHART OF RESPONSE TEAM
VII. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
VIII. EMERGENCY ESCAPE ROUTE AND ASSEMBLY POINT
I. SCOPE:

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This plan is prepared & shall be implemented in line with the Arabtec Health
Safety and Environment plan and covers detailed steps of response for various
identified Emergency Scenarios within the projects and facilities.
This preparedness and response plan is essentially to facilitate familiarization of
the employees of Arabtec, sub-contractors and other stakeholders, including the
emergency response team on the emergency scenarios and the response
required to control them until expert help arrives.
II. DEFINITION:
Emergency: An emergency is an abnormal incident posing a threat to the
safety of the employees, the environment or property within the
Arabtec projects, which can be brought under control using the
resources and procedures for emergency response in place for
the area.
Disaster: A disaster is an emergency, which poses a more serious threat to
the safety of employees, environment or property within the
Arabtec projects, which cannot be brought under control using the
resources and procedures for emergency response in place for
the area. Whether an emergency becomes a disaster depends on
the following:
 Type of Project
 Hazards involved in the projects operations;
 Proximity of neighboring (sensitive) communities or other
construction sites;
NOTE:
1. When reporting an emergency, give the following information:
 Exact nature of the emergency (describe as clearly and accurately as
possible).
 Exact location or building, floor, area or department.
 Your full name.
 Do not hang up, as additional information may be needed.
 On discovering a fire:

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1. Immediately call for help and report location of fire to the emergency/fire
coordinator as per site procedures.
2. Activate fire alarm via the nearest break glass/ call point or shout “Fire, Fire,
Fire” and ensure someone is sent to summon the Incident Controller/ Fire
co-ordinator or his deputy who will communicate and report emergency to all
concerned parties in the organization..
3. Alert others; move everyone away from area of fire.
4. Use fire extinguisher on small (wastebasket-size) fires ONLY if it is safe to do
so. Ensure that you are using appropriate fire extinguishers for the type of
fire.
Fire Extinguisher Instructions: PASS
1. PULL the safety pin from handle.
2. AIM (nozzle, cone, and horn) at base of fire.
3. SQUEEZE the trigger handle.
4. SWEEP from side to side (watch for re-flash).
5. For larger fires or if there is any danger, leave immediately.
6. Keep doors and windows shut to confine fire as much as possible and
reduce the supply of oxygen.
7. If clothing catches fire, STOP, DROP & ROLL.
8. Make your way to the muster point and report to you In-charge
/supervisor. The In-charge/supervisors will conduct a role call (head
count) and report back to the Fire Coordinators.
 On hearing the alarm:
1. Turn off any equipment, which, if left on, may become a source of danger
i.e. burning gear, power tools, etc.
2. Leave the premises by the shortest & safest route - Fire exits
3. Do not return to the building/office for any reason until authorized that the
area is “All Clear” by the incident controller.
4. Do not attempt to sign out using your security card.
5. Stay low when moving through smoke; walk down to the ground floor and
exit.
6. Report immediately to your In-charge/supervisor at the correct allocated
muster point. Do not leave the muster point until you have been checked
as present and given full instruction to leave the area.
7. Do not return to area until instructed to do so by emergency personnel.
 If trapped in an office/ room:

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1. Place cloth material around/under door to prevent smoke from entering.
2. Retreat. Close as many doors as possible between you and the fire.
3. Be prepared to signal from window but DO NOT BREAK GLASS unless
absolutely necessary (outside smoke may be drawn in).
 If caught in smoke:
1. Drop to hands and knees and crawl or crouch low with head 30 to 36" above
floor, watching the base of the wall as you go.
2. Hold your breath as much as possible; breathe shallowly through nose using
blouse or shirt as filter.
 If Forced To Advance Through Flames:
1. Hold your breath. Move quickly, covering head and hair.
2. Keep head down and close eyes as often as possible.
IV. GENERAL CHEMICAL SPILLAGE RESPONSE PROCEDURES
 ASSESS THE RISK
1. Identify substance(s) involved
2. Quantity of spilled substance
3. Determine the characteristics/properties of the substance using MSDS
4. Determine the potential impacts to personnel
5. Determine potential impacts on the environment and the measures
required to mitigate or control the effect.
6. Evaluate protective equipment’s prior to responding to the emergency.
 PROTECTION OF PERSONAL
1. Check material safety data sheets (MSDS), if available. Otherwise, assume
the worse and use the highest level of protection.
2. Select the right protective clothing & gears (i.e. goggles, boots, suite, gloves &
mask)
3. Work in group, “buddy system”
4. Use communication devices.
5. Designate proper exclusion zone (Hot Zone) and support zone, keeping wind
direction downward.
6. Do not allow any unauthorized/ untrained personnel to enter the affected area.
 CONFINE THE SPILL

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1. Limit spill area by soaking, or diverting using booms, soak pads, pastes etc. or
other means that can minimize the release of chemicals.
 CONTAIN THE LEAK/ RELEASE AT THE SOURCE
1. Roll a drum leaky-side
2. Upright a container
3. Plug or patch a defective container
4. Transfer content
 CLEAN UP/ RESTORATION OF THE SITE.
1. Use absorbent material.
2. Diluting using appropriate means.
3. Converting to safer substance using appropriating means for safe disposal.
4. Inform regulatory authorities if required
 SPILL/LEAK FROM FUEL TANKS:
Fuel tanks are provided with secondary containment equal to 100% capacity
However, if a leak develops from a tank that poses an imminent threat to human
health or the environment, the following actions shall be taken:
1. Stop flow, if any, into the tank immediately and investigate the cause of
release.
2. Prevent migration of the leak or spill to soils, surface water or ground
water using containment methods and/or spill control kits.
3. Barricade the area of spillage and restrict the entry to the site
4. Stop any ignition sources in the vicinity of the release.
5. Assess the cause and consequence of any environmental damage.
 SPILL OR RELEASE FROM SMALL SIZE CONTAINERS:
Drums and small size bulk containers are commonly used and stored throughout
Arabtec Construction Company Projects. Storage areas designated for storage of
chemical materials are provided with containment provisions such as Bunding, Trays to
prevent escape of these materials into unpaved surfaces pending removal of spilled
materials. If a spill or leak develops, a spill kit to be maintained at appropriate locations
(this will have to be purchased)
ANY release/ spillage to the environment exceed the following limits shall be reported
to the regulatory authorities:
 Spill of Oil into water ( in excess of 10 litres)
 Spill of Oil onto ground ( in excess of 10 litres)
 Spill of chemical ( in excess of 10 litres)
 Spill of any material / chemical who’s MSDS sheet shows it is hazardous
to the environment.
 Chemical and Solvent Spills:

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1. If spill involves personal injury, remove clothing; flush with warm tap-water for
15 minutes.
2. Call emergency co-ordinator and the male nurse/ first Aider if immediate
hazard exists or medical assistance is required.
3. For small spills/ those not involving immediate danger to life or property:
 Confine the spill.
 Evacuate and secure the immediate area; limit access to authorized
personnel.
 Notify HSE engineer/ officer and your immediate supervisor for any spill
that could POTENTIALLY cause injury to a person or property.
 Toxic Fumes:
1. If you smell gas or other toxic fumes or experience irritation, coughing, burning
eyes, and/or difficulty breathing, evacuate the area and immediately.
2. If you smell gas in a dark room, do not turn on lights; this action could ignite gas.
Do not touch, activate, or de-activate any power switches, fire alarms, lights, etc.
3. Evacuate immediately and notify immediate supervisor and the emergency co-
ordinator/ Safety Engineer. Do not re-enter the area until advised to do so by
emergency personnel.
V. MEDICAL EMERGENCY:
 ANY PERSON WITNESSING A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.
1. In case of any Medical Emergency, the first person to witness shall warn his
subordinates and ask for assistance.
2. In case the Medical Emergency is due to an accident, check your own
safety before approaching the scene of the accident.
3. Remove the victim to a safer place in case there is a chance of further
injury; else do not touch the victim unless trained to do so.
If you are an approved First Aider, provide first aid, else wait till a Fist
Aider or the site nurse arrives and provides first aid as appropriate.
4. Continue First Aid treatment till the Male Nurse / Medical Team arrives and
takes care of the victim.
5. Assist the Male Nurse / Safety Team till the Emergency is brought under
control.
 Response to Medical Emergency:

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1. On the confirmation of any Medical Emergency, the Male Nurse will go to the
affected area.
2. Safety Staff will proceed to the area of the with the available security
personnel in case any major accident is reported and take charge of the
emergency.
3. Coordinate with the Senior Safety staff to control the emergency and seek for
assistance in case of multiple injuries (from relevant services,).
4. Arrange to restore the affected area.
5. Safety team to start an investigation of the incident.
 First Aid Tips:
NOTE: The following tips are intended to serve as a reminder for first aid team at your
location. No unauthorized person is allowed to give any treatments to an injured person.
1. Bleeding
 Call for help (if needed).
 Press directly onto the wound with sterile gauze, sanitary napkin, clean
handkerchief, or bare hand.
 Maintain steady pressure for 5 to 15 minutes.
If bleeding is from an arm or leg, elevate that limb until emergency personnel arrive.
2. Burns, Chemical and Thermal
 Immerse burned area in cool water.
 Cover burn with dry bandage.
Keep victim quiet and comfortable until emergency personnel arrive
3. Choking
 Do nothing if the victim is moving air by coughing or gasping.
If no air movement, apply four abdominal thrusts by grabbing the victim from behind with
your hands over the "belly button" area; quickly squeeze in and up.
4. Fainting and Shock

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 Have victim lie or sit down and rest (place victim on side if unconscious).
 Keep victim comfortable, not hot or cold.
 Ask or look for emergency medical I.D.
Treat other injuries as necessary until emergency personnel arrive.
5. Fractures and Sprains
 Keep victim quiet and comfortable.
Keep injured area immobile until emergency personnel arrive
6. Poisoning and Overdose
 If choking, lower head.
 Determine what substance is involved and how taken.
 Give large volumes of water with or without emetic.
 Induce vomiting by stimulating throat with fingers.
Stay with victim and assist as necessary until emergency personnel arrive.
7. Seizure
 Cal for help.
 Protect victim from self-injury.
 Watch for vomiting.
Keep victim comfortable until emergency personnel arrive.
8. Shock
 Call for help.
Keep victim warm and calm, with legs slightly elevated, until emergency personnel
arrive.
9. Unconscious/ Unresponsive
 Call for help.
 Check for breathing. If victim is not breathing, initiate Rescue Breathing:
o Gently tilt head back to open the airway; watch chest and listen for air
from mouth.
o If not breathing, pinch the nose and give 2 slow, full breaths. Watch the
chest rise and fall during each breath.

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o Breathe into the victim's mouth once every 5 seconds until emergency
personnel arrive.
 Check for a pulse by gently pressing the side of the victim's throat.
o If no pulse, administer CPR as required. If you don't know CPR, continue
with Rescue Breathing.

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VI.
ORGANIZATION CHART
OF
RESPONSE TEAM
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
VII. ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. IncidentController(ProjectManager or delegatedperson)
The Incident controller will assess the situation and coordinate as required. The most
senior member of staff on a scene will carry out the incident controller’s duties until the
designated person arrives.
 Liaise with Emergency Services, Arabtec Management, Local regulatory bodies
 Ensure all non-emergency activities are managed so that they do not interfere
with the emergency operation.

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 Ensure that resources are made available
 Source external assistance if required
 Inform Corporate Offices of the incident
 Maintain Site Boundary Security
 Chair Investigation Panel after the event has been closed
 Issue Stop Notice and Closure order at the end of the incident.
2. Incident Coordinator (CM, Eng., Safety Eng.,)
To assist in the event of an emergency a Response Team (RT) will be selected from
senior staff on site with the authority to enable the situation to be controlled and act as
necessary. This team will attend and respond to all emergency calls and coordinate
vehicle movement, emergency services requirement and vehicle assess, pedestrian/
witness control, etc.
 Immediate attendance at the incident scene and ascertain
 Assess the risk to individuals, the environment and the Project
 Carry out emergency triage and contain any incident
 Co-ordinate initial emergency response
 Call on resources as required
 Ensure flow of information to Incident Controller as required
 Prevent further incident, maintaining a safe area.
 Liaise with emergency services on scene
 Establish Casualty numbers, injuries and priorities
 Treat injured where necessary
 Restrict any environmental contamination
 Commence environmental clean up
 Commence investigation.
3. Fire Wardens
To assist the Incident Controller in the emergency procedures, Fire Wardens are
appointed for each area/ zone, they co-ordinates day and night shift, to cover any
emergency situation.
 Fire escapes are clear of obstructions.
 Emergency service vehicle routes are clear.
 Alarm call points are clear and visible.
 Fire points are clear and extinguishers in place.

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 All flammable gases/materials are correctly stored.
 Rubbish is not accumulated.
 Conduct search of buildings if safe to do so to ensure the clearance of all
personnel.
 Assist the response team with any other duties, which may arise.
4. Communication Personnel / Scribe (office secretary)
The person in charge of communication will remain near a telephone for maintaining
communications between all parties.
 The exact location, and type of emergency
 Their name and contact number.
 Log down all events
 Establish communication with Arabtec Senior Management
5. Rescue Team & Nurse/ First Aid Team
 Rescue Team
 Ensure that all the personnel are evacuated from the area.
 Assist personnel particularly those with special needs (Pregnant Women’s,
etc.) to evacuate safely and swiftly
 In the even of personnel being caught inside during evacuation,
Immediately analyze the situation and facilitate for their rescue.
 First Aider
 Attend all trauma / non trauma cases
 Commence Triage as required
 Continue with medical treatment until Emergency services arrive
 Report status of injuries to Incident Controller.
 Liaise with Emergency Services and assist where, ever necessary.
 Keep records of all injured treated on site and those transferred to local
hospitals be it by ambulance or company vehicle
 Re stock medical equipment used at the end of incident
The first aid trained person ratio will be 1:100. Subcontractors will be required to
supply a number of first aid personnel appropriate with the level of workers on
site.
 First Aid Personnel

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 Attend to the injured until nurse arrives
 Assist Nurse in Pre hospital Trauma care
 Re stock First Aid equipment used at end of incident
6. Role of Security/ Logistics (Admin officer / Logistics Eng)
The Project’s Security / Logistics team are primarily tasked with maintaining the site
security at all entrances gates. It can be expected that in times of major emergency
there will be an increased number of persons wishing to access the Project. Therefore to
enable the ERP to function adequately the following roles will be assigned to the
Security Team / Logistics:
 Maintain Project site boundary security
 Ensure no press access the site
 Maintain a clear entrance for emergency traffic in and out of the site as required
 Assist in the control of the Inner Security Area
 Guide Emergency vehicles to the incident where required
 Maintain communication with Incident controller where required, and notify of any
approaching emergency vehicle.
 To take roll call of all employees and designate if further specialist trade
assistance is required such as: scaffolder’s.

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VIII.
EMERGENY ESCAPE ROUTE
AND
ASSEMBLY POINT
VIII.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
POLICE : 999
AMBULANCE : 998
CIVIL DEFENSE : 997
DEWA : 991

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Dubai Municipality - Sewerage Department:
042232323
Rashid Hospital : 042192000
Project Manager
Construction Manager
Mr. K. K. Rao
HSE Manager
HSE Officer
HSE Attendant
Timekeeper
Secretary
Sr. Security Officer
Security Officer
Sr. Transport Officer
Nurse

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