Bechtel Telecommunications Hand Injury Prevention

1. Bechtel Telecommunications Hand Injury Prevention This presentation is designed to guide Bechtel Telecommunications to: ZERO Hand Injuries This presentation is intended to convey an overview of some of the ES&H Requirements needed while working on Bechtel Telecommunications sites. The purpose for which it is being provided and the use thereof is not in lieu of nor does it alter the responsibilities and obligations to Bechtel under contracts.

2. Course Objectives Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course you will be able to: • Summarize the importance of hand injury prevention • List the Prohibited and Approved tools • Plan and implement job tasks requiring cutting tools effectively

3. Section 1 – Introduction to Hand Injury Prevention Section 1 – Introduction to Hand Injury Prevention: In this section you will review the following topics: • Historical Hand Injury Data • At-Risk Behaviors Contributing to Hand Injuries

4. Historical Data Historical Data: The Telecoms Team (Bechtel & Subcontractors) Experienced 38 Injuries in 2005 • 36% involved the wrist, hands, forearms, fingers & thumbs • 78% of those were lacerations

5. Historical Data Historical Data – Telecoms Bechtel Only (2005) Type of Injury Below Number Percent the Wrist Bruise/Contusion 0 0.0 Lacerations 5 100.0 Thermal Burns 0 0.0 Abrasions 0 0.0 Punctures 0 0.0 Total 5 12* * % of all Injuries

6. Historical Data Historical Data – TelecomsSubcontractors & Bechtel (2005) Type of Injury Below Number Percent the Wrist Bruise/Contusion 1 7.1 Lacerations 11 78.5 Thermal Burns 2 14.2 Abrasions 0 0.0 Punctures 0 0.0 Total 14 36* * % of all DH&S Injuries

7. At-Risk Behaviors At-Risk BehaviorsContributing to Hand Injuries • Using the wrong tool for the job • Using a cutter as a screwdriver • Hammering a cutter through thick material • Modifying cutters to defeat safety devices Unsafe Work Practice!!

8. At-Risk behaviors At-Risk BehaviorsContributing to Hand Injuries • Failure to pay attention to the task at hand • Failure to keep one’s eyes on task • Failure to keep body parts out of the line of fire • Failure to maintain cutting blades (dullness) necessitating additional force Unsafe Work Practice!!

9. At-Risk Behaviors At-Risk BehaviorsContributing to Hand Injuries • Cutting in awkward positions • Cutting on unstable surfaces • Allowing cutters to become slippery due to oil based chemicals • Cutting towards oneself

10. A) Put yourself in the "line of fire" while cutting B) Cut some objects with a dull blade C) Select the correct tool for the job D) Modify the safety cutter to make a better tool Submit Clear Knowledge Check 1 What is the best way to prevent a hand tool related injury? Select the correct answer, then click the submit button. Correct! Incorrect. The correct answer is "Select the correct tool for the job." Incorrect. The correct answer is "Select the correct tool for the job." Incorrect. The correct answer is "Select the correct tool for the job."

11. Section 2 – Proper vs. Prohibited Section 2 - Proper vs. Prohibited Cutting Tools on Bechtel Projects

12. Approved Approved Cutting Tools

13. Prohibited Prohibited Cutting Tools on Bechtel Projects

14. Approved Same as the Maxisafe 101899, but comes with a protective metal cap for heavy duty cutting. Approved Cutting Tools

15. 4 Minute Video 4 Minute Video on the Martor Safety Knife Click on the logo above to be taken to the ES&H Contractor website to download the Video

16. Cutting Blade Disposal At-Risk Cutting Blades Disposal

17. Cutting Blade Disposal Safe Cutting Blades Disposal

18. Approved Standard Scissors Approved Cutting Tools

19. Prohibited Prohibited Cutting Tools on Bechtel Projects

20. Approved Wire Strippers (Small Gauge Wire and Data Cables) Approved Cutting Tools

21. Prohibited Prohibited Cutting Tools on Bechtel Projects

22. Prohibited Prohibited Cutting Tools on Bechtel Projects

23. Approved Approved Cutting Tools Insulated Cutting Tools (Meets requirement for Hot Work) Dykes, Linemen Pliers, Cable Cutter, Strippers

24. Approved Approved Cutting Tools Non-Insulated Cutting Tools (Not suitable for Hot Work) Dykes, Linemen Pliers, Flush Cutters, Electricians' scissors

25. Prohibited Prohibited Cutting Tools on Bechtel Projects

26. Approved Coax Strippers (Andrew) Drill Operated strippers Mid-Span Stripper For installing Coax Grounding Kits Hand Operated Strippers Approved Cutting Tools

27. Approved Coax Strippers (Commscope) Drill and Hand Operated Strippers Mid-Span Stripper For installing Coax Grounding Kits Approved Cutting Tools

28. Prohibited Prohibited Cutting Tools

29. Approved Cable Cutters Approved Cutting Tools

30. Cutting Operations & Tool Guidelines Cutting Operations & Tool Guidelines

31. A) B) C) Submit Clear D) Knowledge Check 2 Which tool is PROHIBITED from Bechtel Sites? Select the correct answer, then click the submit button. The correct answer is tool B. The correct answer is tool B. The correct answer is tool B. Correct!

32. A) B) C) Submit Clear D) Knowledge Check 3 Which tool is APPROVED for use on Bechtel Sites? Select the correct answer, then click the submit button. Correct! Incorrect. The correct answer is tool C. Incorrect. The correct answer is tool C. Incorrect. The correct answer is tool C.

33. Section 3 - PPE Section 3 - Personal Protective Equipment on Bechtel Projects

34. Work Tasks/Materials & Glove Selection Work Tasks/Materials & Glove Selection

35. Cut Resistant Gloves PPE > Cut Resistant Gloves Back View Front View Used for battery handling operations

36. Cut Resistant Gloves Cut Resistant Gloves Used for handling parts and connecting

37. Glove Application Cut Resistant Gloves Applications: Handling/Changing Cutting Blades Remember always disconnect power supply when changing blades.

38. Glove Application Cut Resistant Gloves Applications: Handling/Changing Cutting Blades Remember always disconnect power supply when changing blades.

39. A) Precision Performance B) Leather C) Chemical D) Cut Resistant Submit Clear Knowledge Check 4 Which approved is APPROVED for blade replacement? Select the correct answer, then click the submit button. Incorrect. The correct Answer is Cut Resistant Incorrect. The correct Answer is Cut Resistant Incorrect. The correct Answer is Cut Resistant Correct!

40. Section 4 - Implementation Section 4 - Implementation Strategy for Sub-Contractors • Tool Acquisition • Review of Tasks/PPE/Behaviors • Training • Field Assessments

41. Pre-Task Planning Hand Injury Prevention Success requires Pre-Task Planning. It is imperative that we: • Choose the correct Tool for the task. • Choose the correct PPE for the task. • Adhere to safe work Behaviors while performing the task.

42. Tool Acquisition Implementation-Tool Acquisition Supplier MedSafe under our Master Purchase Agreement Item Maxisafe Cutter Blades (100 Pk Straight) Cut Resistant Gloves Martor Safebox Disposal Case DC- 4 Blade Disposal Case Delivery Time Shipped same day as ordered

43. Ordering Information Implementation - Ordering Information Medsafe Contact Information PO Box 1025, 2101 S. Battleground, Deer Park TX 77536 Phone 800.330.9240 Fax 281.479.8646 http://www.gosafe.com ITEM Product Number # • Maxisafe with 3-sided slider 101899 • Replacement Blades 99 • Maxisafe with 2-sided slider 101199 • Replacement Blades (Straight) 99 • Replacement Blades (Hook) 98 • OLFA Blade Disposal Pack DC- 4 DC4 • Martor Safebox 108000 • West Chester Cut Resistant Gloves MSG3700-L/M/S When you call, ask for Gary Atchley, tell him you’re from Bechtel.

44. Review of Tasks/PPE/Behaviors Implementation-Review of Tasks/PPE/Behaviors • Each Sub-Contractor needs to go into the work areas and identify tasks requiring cutting tools. • Evaluate the tools and PPE for appropriateness in accordance with these guidelines. • Involve employees in discussion to identify safe and at-risk behaviors associated with the cutting tasks. 1. 2. 3.

45. Bechtel Supervisors Sub-Contractor ES&H Professionals Employees Sub-Tier Contractors Field Assessments Implementation- Field Assessments Follow up observations & field assessments need to be performed to ensure the proper execution, to reinforce expectations, and solidify behavioral changes. For us to be successfulit will take everyone’s involvement

46. Summary Summary: • Integrate “SAFE” cutting tools into the workplace and prohibit the use of unguarded knives and box cutters, • Increase the use of gloves for most work tasks, including special cut resistant gloves for specified tasks. • Identify & review safe and at-risk behaviors for cutting related tasks.

47. A) Medsafe B) Klein Tools C) Gosafe D) Paradine Tools Submit Clear Knowledge Check 5 Who is the supplier of our safety cutting tools (i.e., Martor Safety Cutter)? Select the correct answer, then click the submit button. Incorrect. The correct answer is Medsafe. Incorrect. The correct answer is Medsafe. Incorrect. The correct answer is Medsafe. Correct!

48. A) Quarterly Goals and Objectives Report B) Monthly Newsletter C) Monthly Regional Report D) Monthly Results Bulletin Submit Clear Knowledge Check 6 Where can you find the results for the ES&H Field Compliance Assessments? Select the correct answer, then click the submit button. Correct! Incorrect. The answer is in the Monthly Regional Report. Take the time to review last months results. Incorrect. The answer is in the Monthly Regional Report. Take the time to review last months results. Incorrect. The answer is in the Monthly Regional Report. Take the time to review last months results.

49. Course Objectives Course Objectives: Throughout this course, you have learned: • The importance of hand injury prevention • Identifying Prohibited and Approved tools • Plan, implement and reinforce safe work behaviors as they pertain to job tasks requiring the use of cutting tools