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SAFETY MANUAL

EMPLOYEE / CONTRACTOR

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the GTI SAFETY MANUAL.
I also acknowledge that I have read, understand and have been effectively
orientated to all the provisions. I agree to abide by all the provisions stated, as
they are part of the terms and conditions of my employment/contract with GTI.

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SAFETY MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

Acknowledgement

Index

Safety Policy

Responsibilities

Personal Protective Equipment

Personnel Safety =
Manufacturing facilities

Fabrication yard/site

Offshore

Hazard Communication

10

Lockout / Tag Out

11

Confined Space Entry

12

Alcohol, Illegal Drugs, and Weapons

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SAFETY POLICY

The safety of our employees and contractors is our number one priority. It is
critical that each individual follow safe practices when performing their job. This
safety manual is basic and cannot always cover every possible working
condition. The cooperation of each individual is necessary so that operating
procedures and work methods do not expose you or your co-worker to injury.
GTI is a consulting firm and its employees shall perform visual inspection and
expediting services only, while on designated premises. Therefore, GTI
employees are not authorized to lift, perform labor or operate any type of
equipment or machinery. Our employees are expected to remain aware of their
surroundings in order to perform the assigned work in a safe, but efficient
manner. Safety is a team effort in which each individual must eliminate or reduce
the risk of loss or damage to personnel or property. Good judgment and
common sense are required to supplement any rules. Report all accidents,
injuries, or any potentially unsafe condition as soon as identified to your
immediate supervisor and to the GTI office.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Your employer is responsible to provide proper instructions and guidance in correct work
procedures. Your employer is responsible to provide you with tools and equipment, which are fit
for the purpose intended. Your supervisor is responsible to enforce all rules which are contained
in this manual and all regulations of your employer which apply to the operations for which your
supervisor is responsible.

Employee Responsibilities
Each employee must be thoroughly familiar with and understand the contents of this manual.
Each employee shall follow safety procedures for the work being performed, conduct operations
safely and report any unsafe conditions or practices immediately to their supervisor or proper
authority. Each employee shall assist new employees in performing their work safely. Each
employee shall report to his supervisor any injury immediately regardless of the nature of the
injury. Each employee shall learn the location of all fire exits in his area. Each employee shall
observe and obey all warning signs. Non-compliance with policies would warrant immediate
discharge.

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Each person who may need to wear PPE shall be properly trained. Retraining will be conducted
when the workplace changes making the earlier training obsolete, the type of PPE changes or
when the employee/contractor demonstrates lack of use, improper use, or insufficient skill or
understanding. PPE training shall be documented. Selected PPE must be fitted to each affected
employee/contractor. PPE shall be provided, used and maintained in a sanitary and reliable
condition. The employer is responsible for the assurances of the adequacy, maintenance &
sanitation of employee/contractor-owned PPE, such as safety shoes, hard hats, eye protection,
clothing, gloves and hearing protection. Defective and damaged equipment shall not be used.
Before entering into a hazardous work area, a written hazard assessment shall be performed and
signed by the responsible administrator.
Safety Shoes: Safety shoes or boots with non-skid soles and steel toes shall be worn at all times
while working in fabrication shops / yards, plants or on offshore platforms. As a minimum, safety
toe footwear should be worn whenever you are working in any area where materials or equipment
is being lifted, moved or in path to your destination. You are responsible for inspecting your
safety shoes or boots to make sure they are in good condition. For example, be sure to check for
cracks in soles of shoes or boots.
Safety/hard Hats: A safety helmet/hard hat shall be worn at all times while in a designated hard
hat work area and especially when there is any exposure to falling objects or where there are low
overhead objects.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or protective spectacles with firmly secured side shields or
goggles are to be worn at all times when performing work or exposure within an environment
which could cause damage or injury to your eyes such as grinding, buffing, chipping wire
brushing, welding, cutting, sandblasting, handling of chemicals or when trash or sand is blown
due to high winds.
Hearing Protection: Personal hearing protection devices shall be used in any areas designated as
a high noise level. Training shall be provided on at least an annual basis, and shall be updated to
be consistent with changes in the PPE and work processes. Hearing protectors will be available
to all employees/contractors exposed to an 8-hr. time-weighted average of 85 decibels at no cost
to the employee/contractor. A hearing conservation program shall be provided for
employees/contractors exposed to sound levels 85dbA or greater. Monitoring procedures shall be
used when exposure limits exceed the established level. An audiometric testing program shall be
established & maintained for all employees/contactors whose exposures equal or exceed the 8hr. time-weighted average of 85dbA. A baseline audiogram shall be established for each exposed
employee/contractor within 6 months of first exposure. Prior to establishment of a baseline
audiogram at least 14 hours without exposure to workplace noise is observed. An annual
audiogram is to be provided and if a standard threshold shift has occurred the
employee/contractor will be notified in writing within 21 days of determination. When a standard
threshold shift occurs, hearing protection shall be re-evaluated and/or refitted and if necessary a
medical evaluation may be required. Evaluation of hearing protector attenuation shall be
performed for specific noise environments. Recordkeeping is required for all above.
Clothing: You should wear appropriate clothing for the type of work you are performing. Rings,
neck chains or loose jewelry should be removed while at work.
Respiratory Protective Equipment: Respiratory protection training shall be completed initially and
annually thereafter. A program administrator must be designated. Your employer is responsible
for providing you with appropriate breathing protective equipment for the work to be performed at
no cost. You must wear respiratory equipment whenever you enter or work in an atmosphere
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known or suspected of containing dangerous concentrations of gas, vapor, dust or mist or when
there is a deficiency of oxygen. NIOSH certified respirators are selected based on the hazards
that the worker is exposed to. Employer/administrator is responsible for maintenance and care of
respirators to ensure they are clean, sanitary and respiratory protective equipment is properly
stored and inspected. Medical evaluation prior to fit-testing shall be confidential, provided during
normal working hours, convenient, understandable, and the employee/contractor given a chance
to discuss the results with the physician or other licensed health care professional (PLHCP). Fittesting of tight-fitting face pieces will be by qualitative or quantitative methods. Under no
circumstances shall personnel be permitted to enter equipment in which life support depends on
the use of breathing equipment. Working in IDLH atmospheres is not allowed. Respirators must
be worn inside equipment only as an additional safety precaution or for emergency rescue. When
you are required to wear or use any breathing equipment you must have a good face seal for the
equipment to be effective. Beards and other facial hair such as long sideburns are not allowed
when worker is required to use a respirator. Personnel cannot wear tight-fitting face pieces if the
seal is broken because of facial hair, glasses, etc. Personnel must leave the area to wash,
change cartridges, or if they detect break-through or resistance.
Gloves: To protect against burns, sharp edges and similar exposure when handling material,
protective gloves should be worn. You should not wear gloves around any machinery, which has
moving parts or belts.
Fall Protection: Personnel shall receive training pertaining to the recognition and elimination of fall
hazards. Retraining will be conducted when the workplace changes making the earlier training
obsolete, the type of fall protection equipment changes or when the employee/contractor
demonstrates lack of use, improper use, or insufficient skill or understanding. All training shall be
documented. Site specific plans shall be developed by a qualified person. Accident investigations
shall be conducted in the event of a fall, near miss, or other serious incident. Your employer shall
provide you with a fall protection system when working in any situation ten feet above the working
surface. Fall protection equipment shall meet the requirements of applicable ANSI, ASTM, or
OSHA requirements. It is mandatory that everyone utilize these safety devices. These devices
are to be tied off to independent lifelines or structures. There shall be one lifeline per man except
in situations when it is necessary for personnel to change locations, a second safety line shall be
provided. Full body harnesses are required. Before leaving the working surface there must be a
system in place to assure prompt rescue of employee/contractor in the event of a fall.
Life Jackets/Work Vests: Life jackets, or personal flotation devices, shall be worn by all personnel
during all over-water work or transfers between vessels and structures. All personnel shall wear
a personal flotation devices when working on barges, well jacket keyways, bottom walkways of
platforms and decks when guardrails are not present on all sides and in other similar situations
when there is exposure to falling in the water.

Personnel Safety
Manufacturing Facilities
General: Do not lift, operate equipment/controls, instruct or interfere with workers.
Be aware of your surroundings; forklifts, moving equipment, overhead cranes, high pressure and
performance testing areas, machining areas, electrical hazards, and all warning signs.
Report unsafe conditions to person in charge ASAP.
Transportation by Automobile: All parties riding in vehicles while on company time must wear a
seat belt. This includes driving to and from office or work locations (shops, plants, etc.) This also
applies when driving inside any plant, shop, or yard. Verify your vehicle is in proper working
conditioned, well maintained and reliable. Observe all traffic signs and speed limits. Report any
incidents to GTI.
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Personnel Safety
Fabrication yards / Site work
General Safety: It is you and your co-workers responsibility to maintain your work area clean and
hazard free.
Any substance or chemical that could spark an explosion or help cause injury to personnel should
be kept away from work areas where practical and stored in its proper place. Surface openings
resulting from removal of grating or hatch covers shall be strongly barricaded and/or roped-off. All
climbing or lifting equipment must be in good usable condition. Any questionable functionality of
equipment must be immediately advised to the assigned safety personnel.
On-the-Job Safety Meetings: Your employer should hold regularly scheduled on-the-job safety
meetings. He should keep a roster of all personnel who attend. You should attend and
participate in all safety meetings held. A roster of all who attend should be maintained and
forwarded to GTI for record.
Work Permits: Before performing work at most customer facility locations, a Fire and Safety
Work Permit from the proper representative is required. This, however, does not relieve you of
your duty to assure that it is safe to proceed. If you believe that a hazard or danger has
developed or is developing, it is your duty to cease all operations and report it to your safety
supervisor immediately.
Emergency Drills: Most customer offshore facilities will hold emergency drills each month at all
offshore locations per crew. Instructions are outlined in the Station Bill in each living quarter. It
is your duty to read, review and understand the posted Station Bill and to participate in the drills.
Become familiar with all escape procedures.
Isolated Work Areas: If you work alone or in a small group in isolated areas, you should be
equipped with a communication device in order to check in periodically with your supervisor at the
main facility. If communication devices are not available, arrangements should be made to have
communication devices on hand before commencing with work in the isolated area.
Smoking, Matches, and Lighters: Smoking, striking matches or lighters shall not be permitted in
any area except in designated smoking areas.
Fire Protection / Extinguishers: Training shall be provided to familiarize employees/contractors
with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved in incipient stage
firefighting. Training will be conducted prior to initial assignment and at least annually thereafter.
Portable fire extinguishers are subject to monthly visual inspections and an annual maintenance
check.
Clearances: You should never walk or stand under any load which is suspended.
You should stand at a safe distance from any rope or cable under tension.
Working Overhead: Personnel working overhead have the duty to see that nothing falls and
should protect those who are below them.
Tools and materials should be handed up or down but never thrown.
When it is necessary to hoist tools with a rope or other equipment, ensure that the items are
secure to prevent them from falling.
Ladders and Stairways: Do not attempt to use equipment other than a ladder if you are unable to
reach an object or area, which is higher than your reach. Determine if a ladder can be used
safely, if so, obtain one and use it. Inspect any ladder before climbing it. Portable ladders must be
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You should face the ladder when climbing, working from the ladder, carrying tools in s belt or
raising or lowering them by rope. Keep both feet on the ladder rungs while working. Do not stand
on the top rung. Metal ladders should not be used while working on electrical equipment or while
welding. Ladder rungs must be uniformly spaced or meet OSHA/ANSI specifications. Ladders
shall have the correct load capacity for the task. Ladders shall be used for the intended purpose.
Defective ladders shall be tagged and placed out of service. Ladders shall extend a minimum of
3' above top of upper landing surface. Extension ladders placed at a 4:1 ratio.
Scaffolding: Training must be provided for all employees that work on scaffolds and must include
hazards (fall, electrical, falling objects), fall protection, use and load capacity. Re-training is
required if any unsafe incident is observed. Scaffold inspections are to be conducted by a
competent person prior to use and periodically throughout the shift. Tags must be used when
defective equipment or unsafe conditions are found. Depending on the operation being
performed, particular scaffolding may be used. Check with your supervisor for the proper scaffold
to be used for the operation to be performed.
Do not change or remove any members of this scaffold.
Do not climb on or work from any handrail, mid rail, or brace member or the scaffold.
All scaffolds must be erected level and on a firm base.
Scaffolds must be tied off or stabilized with outriggers when the height is more than three times
the smaller base dimensions. Scaffolds must also be tied off horizontally every thirty feet.
Do not alter any scaffold member by welding, burning, cutting, drilling, or bending.
Cranes: Only those personnel who are qualified shall operate cranes. GTI personnel are not
authorized to be assigned as crane operators. Cranes must not be used unless ground conditions
are able to support the equipment and any supporting materials per the manufacturer's
specifications. Manufacturer instructions and prohibitions must be followed when assembling
and/or disassembling equipment. A competent and qualified person must direct the
assembly/disassembly of equipment. A pre-operation hazard assessment will be performed to
identify the work zone and determine if any part of the equipment could reach closer than 20 feet
to a power line and must address the measures that must be taken if determined that any part of
the equipment, load line or load could get closer than 20 feet to a power line. A visual inspection
of the equipment shall be conducted by a competent person prior to each shift. Monthly
inspections of equipment by a competent person shall be documented. All safety devices must be
in proper working order before operation begins. All manufacturer procedures applicable to the
operational function of equipment must be complied with. Procedures applicable to the operation
of the equipment shall be readily available in the cab at all times. The operator has the authority
to stop and refuse to handle loads whenever there is a safety concern. Identify hazard areas by
marking the boundaries of the crane swing radius with warning lines, railings or similar barriers.
Modifications or additions that may affect the capacity or safe operation of the equipment must
not be made without written approval from the manufacturer or approval from a registered
professional engineer. If the operator is unable to see the load from his position, a signalman
must be used. Should you observe any dangerous use in crane operator you are to immediately
advise the responsible safety personnel.
Electrical Equipment / Safety Awareness: Training is required for personnel in safety related work
practices that pertain to their respective job assignments. Safety-related work practices to
prevent electric shock shall be adhered to. When working on or near exposed de-energized parts
they shall be treated as live. Only qualified personnel shall work on or near exposed energized
parts. Utilize the lockout and tag-out program described in this procedure. Unqualified employees
must maintain a 10' clearance distance. When working under overhead lines clearance distance
must be provided or lines shall be de-energized and grounded. Qualified personnel must adhere
to the approach distances in Table S5. Vehicular and mechanical equipment clearance distances
of 10 ft. is required as protective measures. Protective shields, protective barriers or insulating
materials as necessary shall be used when working in confined or enclosed work spaces where
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electrical hazards may exist. Eliminate all injuries resulting from possible malfunctions, improper
grounding and/or defective electrical tools. Assure all electrical tools & machines utilize Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupters. Restrict the use of equipment that does not meet requirements or if is
found to be defective. Personnel may not enter spaces containing exposed energized parts
unless illumination is provided that enables the employees to work safely. Portable ladders shall
have non-conductive side rails. Conductive apparel shall not be worn unless the items are
rendered non-conductive by covering, wrapping or other insulating means.
Rigging Material Handling:
Rigging equipment for material handling shall be inspected prior to use and on each shift and as
necessary during its use to ensure that it is safe. Defective rigging shall be removed from service.
Rigging equipment shall not be loaded in excess of its recommended safe working load. Rigging
equipment, when not in use, shall be removed from the immediate work area. Tag lines shall be
used. Latches will be in place on all hooks, eliminating the hook throat opening. No employee or
contractor will be allowed under a suspended load.

Personnel Safety
Offshore
This program is applicable to all personnel traveling offshore and should be followed at all times
while preparing for and going offshore. Clients program and procedures shall take precedence if
their guidelines exceed the minimum requirements of this program.
The offshore environment offers some unique hazards. This section provides an overview of
travel to and from offshore platforms and rigs or other offshore operations. Specific details can
be provided through specific orientation programs and platform/rig briefing and local hurricane
action plans. If you do have a specific offshore question, please ask your supervisor.
Reporting to Shore base: Report to shore base to arrange transportation. Transportation will be
by helicopter or boat. Complete the passenger manifest. Body and baggage weight are also
required for helicopter travel. All personnel should have personal protective equipment. (Hardhat,
steel toe boots, eye protection)
Boat Safety: Follow the boat captains instructions. The boat captain is in complete charge of the
boat and its passengers. The captain has the authority to refuse passage to anyone he considers
to be an unsafe passenger. Follow the captains instructions as to the loading procedures,
storage of luggage and cargo, seating arrangements, and smoking restrictions. Remain seated
at all times when on the vessel. Walk, do not run, on the deck of the vessel. Wear a life jacket or
personal flotation device when you get on or off the vessel. The captain may require wearing of
life jackets at other times at his discretion. GTI personnel are not to provide any crewman duties.
Do not board until the boat is docked and secured. Do not tie or untie boat, or assist in
maneuvering boat docking. It is the vessel owners responsibility to have proper personnel aboard
to perform necessary operations. Disembarking to/from boat and platform in open water is
potentially hazardous. You must wear a type I life vest, snugly fitted, securely fastened while on
the boat deck and during personnel transfer by personnel basket or swing rope.
Transfer by personnel basket: Position yourself on the deck of the boat as directed by the
captain. The basket will be lowered onto the deck from the structure or rig platform. When it is
on the deck, place your luggage in bottom center of the basket. Place one foot on the outside rim
of the basket, and grasp the basket ropes securely. Keep your knees slightly bent or flexed, and
be prepared for unexpected moves, particularly in rough seas. As the basket is lifted off the boat
deck, step onto outside rim of basket with the other foot. Do not lean in or out, but instead stand
straight.
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Transfer by swing rope: Face where the boat is bumping against the platform. Have both hands
and arms free, catch the knotted rope when the boat is on top of a swell, and swing to the
platform by pushing off from the boat with your feet. Do not let swing rope get caught between
your legs. Always keep feet and legs clear of the platform landing. Do not carry luggage while
transferring by swing rope. In the event that a person falls into the water, immediately inform the
boat captain by shouting, Man Overboard.
Entry into Water: Unauthorized entry into the water is forbidden at any time. The only instances
when you should enter the water are: an abandon platform order is given or when a person in the
water is in danger. In the event of any rescue attempt, entry should be made only under the
following conditions: Removal of excess clothing and shoes. Life jacket is on and properly
secured. Lifeline is attached. One or more persons are in place to man the lifeline.
Survival Craft: Survival craft or capsules are provided on some platforms and all mobile drilling
rigs. All personnel should be trained in their maintenance and use, and regular drills should be
held. Precautions include: Always have a life jacket while inside and outside the survival craft.
Do not operate release mechanism before reaching the water.
Do not allow the craft to be towed, unless equipped with an approved towing package.
Once inside the survival craft, personnel should stay seated with their seat belts fastened.
Helicopter Safety: When boarding or disembarking:
Keep clear of the helipad until the helicopter has landed.
Approach or depart the helicopter only on signal or command of the helicopter pilot.
Approach or depart the helicopter from the front quadrants or either side to avoid the tail rotor.
Under NO circumstances should you walk under the tail rotor or tail boom.
Bend over when approaching or departing the helicopter. Beware of the large main rotor.
Keep a firm grip on all hand carried articles when walking to and form the helicopter.
Provide the pilot with a passenger manifest before boarding the helicopter. Declare any magnetic
or hazardous materials.
Follow the pilots instructions, as he is in complete charge of the helicopter and its passengers.
The pilot should then provide you with a complete briefing, including usage of life vests, where
required.
Use only the step provided. Take care not to damage floats when getting in and out of offshore
aircraft.
No person should disembark or board a helicopter if skids are not on the ground.
Do not walk uphill when leaving or downhill when approaching a helicopter. If you must approach
from uphill or leave in an uphill direction, the helicopter should be shut down and the rotor blades
stopped.
Do not distract the pilot with unnecessary conversation or actions.
Never throw anything out of the helicopter. Possible damage to the rotor systems can result.
During refueling operations, passengers should not be in the aircraft, unless otherwise directed
by pilot.
Hearing protection should be worn during helicopter flights. Whenever possible, hearing
protection should be worn even when boarding or disembarking.
No passenger should be allowed to ride in any helicopter while it is performing long line
operations or while an external line or hook is attached.
All cargo shall be securely tied down before takeoff.
The person designated to hook or unhook the loads should be the only person under the hovering
helicopter.
The person working under the helicopter shall have radio communications with the pilot and
inform him of the type, size, and destination of the load.
Helicopters generate extremely high static electricity charges, lines should be allowed to touch
the ground and dissipate the charge before being handled. Tag lines should be a length that will
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not be drawn up in the rotor blades. No person should ride the hook, sling, or net for any reason
other than a life threatening emergency situation. Suitable emergency lifters must be available
for long-line evacuation of an injured person.
You are not authorized to assist in flight preparations or securing helicopter. It is the clients
responsibility to provide the proper personnel for any and all procedures concerning helicopter
operations.
Reporting in at an offshore Platform/Rig: Report immediately to the person in charge of the
platform. Sign in as required. Platform procedures should be explained to you. These should
include: Assigning you to your section and duties in the event of an emergency.
Making your bulk and locker assignments (if applicable).
Familiarizing you, as applicable, with the structure, emergency alarms
Become familiar with all emergency procedures, exit routes, and emergency reporting locations.
Do not throw anything overboard. Carefully follow all rules designed to prevent pollution.
Immediately report any escaping oil and gas or other hazards to the person in charge.
Pollution
It is unlawful to dispose of any liquids, solids, or any material overboard. Failure to comply with
this regulation can result in a substantial financial penalty. All material shall be disposed of in
containers provided for those purposes.

Hazard Communication
The Client will provide employees and contractors with information about chemical hazards and
other substances in the work place. The Hazard Communication Plan will provide this
information along with control of hazardous chemicals, proper labeling of containers, use of
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and employee training.
The clients supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all employees in his/her area of
responsibility have received training concerning the Hazard Communication Plan and use of
MSDS. The supervisor is responsible for maintaining copies of the program, a list of chemicals,
and MSD sheets on site at each location.
It is the Client supervisors responsibility to provide contractors with the following information:
Hazardous chemicals to which they may be exposed while on location.
Precautions which should be taken to lessen exposure.
Use of proper protective equipment.
Location of Material Safety Data Sheets. MSDSs must be obtained for each required chemical.
Supervisor shall identify and inform employees/contractors of the hazards of non-routine tasks. In
some cases contractors may bring and use their own chemicals. In these instances, the clients
supervisor should obtain the necessary information from the contractor and pass it to all
employees who may be affected. It is also the Client Supervisors responsibility to verify that all
contract employees have been properly trained and informed of the chemicals they will be
exposed to while on the Clients locations, including the use & care of labels and other forms of
warning.
GTIs clients and their Contractors are responsible for the removal and proper disposal of unused
chemicals they have brought onto the site unless otherwise agreed by the Client.

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Lockout / Tag Out

Purpose: This guideline establishes standards for controlling chemical, energy sources, etc.
during repair and/or maintenance of machines and equipment. This guideline will be used to
prevent injury to personnel, damage to property, and damage to the environment due to
unexpected release of chemicals or energy, etc.
Scope: This guideline specifies lockout/tag out requirements at all client locations. Also become
oriented and comply with client guidelines as they may offer special situations as relevant to their
property. This guideline shall be followed when performing inspection or supervision on all
equipment including, but not limited to, the following:
Electrically driven machinery and equipment. Mechanical equipment: gas compressors, fire
pumps, cranes, etc. Hydraulic equipment. Equipment operated by pneumatic, thermal, or
chemical energy sources. Pressurized equipment.
Lockout / Tag Out Devices: GTIs employees/contractors must insure and confirm the following
procedures, as well as clients procedures are followed at all times by all personnel. The client will
provide the locks, tags, and other hardware that are required by this guideline. The locks, tags,
and other hardware will be available to all employees at all times where there is a need. There
must be only one key, for a lock or a set of locks, and that one key will be held by the locking
party until completion of the job or authorized relief personnel completes the job. An authorized
person has primary responsibility for a set number of employees working under the protection of
a group lockout or tag-out device and is responsible for the protection of employees/contractors
when working in a group lockout setting. Training is required prior to initial assignment. Retraining
is required when there is a change in job assignments, in machines, a change in the energy
control procedures, or a new hazard is introduced. All training and/or retraining must be
documented, signed and certified.
Shutdown Preparation/Installation: The work area and equipment shall be surveyed to ensure
that all equipment can be locked out or secured. Shut down or turn off the machine or equipment
to be worked on. Physically locate all valves, switches, etc., and close, turn off, blind, etc., to
isolate any hazardous source forms the machine or equipment to be worked on. A review of the
most current flow diagram of the production facility (if applicable) will assist in locating all isolation
valves. A lock and tag shall be placed on each isolating device. Verify isolation. Each tag shall
give the name of the person applying the lockout device. Each tag shall indicate the condition to
be avoided by the lockout/tag-out, i.e., Do Not Start, Do Not Open, Do Not Close, Do Not
Energize, Do Not Operate, etc. Any stored hazardous chemical, energy, etc. shall be relieved,
disconnected, restrained, and otherwise rendered safe. Try to operate to insure proper lockout
has been accomplished.
Lock and Tag Removal: In situations where lockout/tag out devices must be temporarily removed
in order to test or position the machine or equipment, all requirements of this section must be
adhered to: All guards are installed. All exposed electrical wiring is returned to a status satisfying
electrical code requirements. All blind flanges are removed and piping is properly connected.
Tools, materials, and other nonessential items are removed. Machine or equipment components
are inspected to verify they are operationally intact. All affected employees are notified that
lockout/tag out devices are ready to be removed. All employees are safely positioned or removed
from the area. The person who applied the device shall remove each lockout/tag-out device from
each isolating device. No one is permitted to remove another persons lock.

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Equipment Start-Up: Only qualified personnel are allowed to start up machinery or equipment
after it has been determined that no personnel are exposed to any hazards and all safety checks
have been satisfied. Be aware of stored energy and the possibility of re-accumulation.
Shift or Personnel Changes: In the event shift or personnel changes occur during maintenance
and/or repair activities, the designated client representative in charge shall take necessary steps
to maintain the continuity of the lockout/tag out devices between affected employees.
Periodic inspections of the energy control procedure shall be conducted and documented at least
annually to ensure procedures and requirements are being followed.
Note: The key to safe equipment repair and maintenance is good communication between all
parties involved and adherence to approved lockout/tag out procedures.

CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

Purpose: This policy establishes procedures necessary for preparation, entry, and restoration of a
confined space to be entered by personnel. This policy was designed to maintain a safe
environment for personnel working in a vessel or confined space.
Scope: This policy applies to any vessel, confined space, or excavation greater than four (4) feet
deep that has limited openings for entry and exit, that could contain known or potential hazards,
that is not intended for continuous occupation, or that has insufficient natural ventilation.
Definitions: Confined Spaces: These include, but are not limited to, storage tanks, tank trucks,
process vessels, furnace boxes, sewer systems, ducts, flues, manholes, valve boxes, cellars,
pipelines, pits, excavations (4 deep or greater) or other areas that may contain toxic, corrosive,
flammable, oxygen deficient or oxygen rich atmosphere.
Entry: The act of opening the cover of man way and having personnel break the plane of the
opening of the confined space
Procedures
Preparation: Client or vendor is responsible for proper preparation of the vessel or confined space
to be entered. In preparation for entry, a Confined Space Entry Permit shall be initiated and
completed according to the following procedure:
The vessel or confined space must be properly isolated through blinding or disconnection. Every
line must be blinded or disconnected as close to the vessel as possible. A list should be
prepared to include every blind installed or line disconnected.
The vessel must be purged, steamed, washed, etc., to sufficiently free the vessel of all possible
contaminants. All resulting waste shall be disposed of properly.
Ventilation must be established to ensure movement of fresh air in the vessel. Natural ventilation
is considered insufficient. Air driven or explosion-proof electric fans are required if flammable gas
or vapors are present. An approved breathing air line and escape air cylinder may be used only
as an additional precaution for entry after attempts to normalize the atmosphere are complete.
The atmosphere must be checked for combustible vapors (should be less than 10% of the Lower
Explosive Level LEL), oxygen level(19.5% - 21%), toxic gas(es) and presence of Naturally
Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM). Those results must be recorded on the permit.
Possible toxic gases may include, but are not limited to, hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide, mercaptans, and benzene.

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One or more properly equipped and trained (First Aid/CPR) standby person(s) shall be posted
outside the space to remain in direct communication (visual, hand signals, etc.) with workers
inside. A First Aid kit must be available onsite.
A self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or an approved hose line unit with an escape
feature shall be immediately available outside should rescue be necessary.
Lifelines, harnesses, and other rescue equipment (hoist, etc.) shall be provided for top openings
on large vessels, spaces, or deep excavations where rescuing workers would be difficult.
Equipment such as air movers and vacuum truck hoses shall be properly grounded or bonded to
prevent static sparks.
Lighting conditions, temperature, the need for climbing, scaffolding, or the presence of water in
deep excavations should be considered. All lighting equipment should be explosion proof and
have a ground fault interruption.
Proper personal protective equipment should be available:
respirators, and steel toe shoes.

coveralls, goggles, gloves,

Fire extinguisher(s) and other fire fighting equipment shall be available where needed.
Signs and/or barricades shall be posted outside to notify personnel that entry is in progress and
prohibit unauthorized entry.
When all of the preparatory steps on the confined space permit have been completed and any
additional precautions are taken, the permit may then be signed and issued.
Entry: Authorized personnel may make entry after preparation requirements have been met and a
Confined Space Entry Permit has been signed and issued.
Unauthorized personnel shall not be allowed entry and if the vessel or confined space is left
unattended, the entrance should be blocked.
The confined space atmosphere shall be checked as often a necessary during entry to ensure a
safe work environment.
If subsequent repairs require hot work, a separate Fire and Safe Work Permit should be issued in
accordance with the clients Fire and Safe Work Policy.
Restoration of Vessel or Confined Space:
When all work is complete and the vessel or confined space is ready to be returned to
service, a site-specific checklist should be used for proper restoration. In addition to items listed
on the permit, items to consider include:
Are all personnel out of the space?
Are all blinds removed using the blind list?
Are all equipment and tools removed?
Are all man ways and flanges closed and sealed?
Has the atmosphere been purged and returned to normal?
Have start-up procedures been reviewed?
Contact the Regional Safety and Environmental Coordinator for assistance in vessel and confined
space entry.

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Alcohol, Illegal Drugs, and Weapons

In reference to GTIs Policy on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, you should already have read and
become familiar with this policy. The following is a brief reminder for your benefit.
The use, possession, transportation, or sale of illegal drugs, controlled dangerous substance,
alcoholic beverages and weapons is strictly prohibited at any time while you are on a GTI
assignment. This includes any and all land, property, buildings, structures, installation, vessels,
airplanes, helicopters, and automobiles or other vehicles owned or leased to GTI or otherwise
being utilized for the business of GTI. Where warranted, violations will be reported to the
appropriate law enforcement agency.
GTI reserves the right to carry out reasonable searches of each individual and personal effects
(including lockers) when entering, while on and upon leaving the premises of GTI or assigned
location. The searches may be initiated without prior announcement and will be conducted at
such times and locations as deemed appropriate.

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