Site Specific Safety and Health Program

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Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

2801 Sharon Turnpike Millbrook, NY 12545

Project # 544

 

 

Emergency Response Plan

ALL EMERGENCIES SHOULD BE REPORTED BY CALLING 911

In the event of an emergency the following policy will be adhered to for the safe evacuation of the Project. An immediate call will be made to Emergency 911.  Project information for the call is Consigli Construction – Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Project – 2801 Sharon Turnpike, Millbrook, NY 12545.

A Consigli project representative will be dispatched to the front of the building to meet the responding Emergency Personnel and advise the individual in charge of the location of any chemicals or hazardous substances that may be present on any of the floors. SDS’s will be readily available if needed by the local Fire Dept. In the event of a serious injury requiring the assistance of EMS the injured worker will be kept as comfortable as possible.  Emergency first aid if necessary will be administered.  Under no circumstances will the injured person be moved unless the worker’s life is in danger because of fire or calamity.  A worker will be assigned to meet the medical personnel to direct them to the location of incident.

In the event an evacuation is required, all personnel at this job site will assemble at the muster point (Parking lot at the construction trailer and project entrance).  The foreman for each company will meet at that location and take a count of their workers.  If for some reason a worker is unaccounted for, the fire department will be notified of the last location where the worker was observed.

**List of First Aid-CPR trained personnel will be compiled and posted in the project office and in this site specific Safety and Health Plan.

SITE INFORMATION

This Emergency Response Plan (E.R.P.) is specifically developed for Consigli Construction Management work associated the Cary Institute.

SITE LOCATION

The construction site is located at 2801 Sharon Turnpike., Millbrook, NY 12545. The location for the project field office is currently at the Project jobsite (notifications of any changes will be provided).  When determined, the field office will become the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

EMERGENCY TYPE

The following situations are considered emergency response actions and should be handled in accordance with the procedures outlined in this plan.

  • Serious Injury/Fatalities
  • Fire/Explosion
  • Structural Damage/Collapse
  • Weather or Geological  Event Classified as an Act of God
  • Environmental Incident
  • Traffic Disruption
  • Utility Damage
  • Illegal Activity
  • Labor Problems
  • Bomb Threats/Military Ordinance Unearthing
  • Acts of Terrorism

When reporting an emergency, please provide the following:

• Your location, phone number, and name;

• The location of the incident (building name, floor and room number);

• Nature and extent of the incident (injury, accident, spill, smoke/fire, damage, etc.);

• The safest route to the incident

Crisis Response Protocol:

  • Attend to the injured
  • Immediately contact Edwin Robinson (Safety Manager) (845) 518-4897
  • Post person at front gate, only allow access to emergency responders
  • Record names/addresses of witnesses
  • Do not allow media on site
  • Refer all media inquiries to home office (See “Crisis Response Cards”)

A Consigli designated individual shall wait at the Health Quest Building entrance to escort Emergency Services personnel as they arrive.

The following is a list of the Chain of Command/Call Hierarchy on the project for establishing lines of succession during communication involving all emergencies.

Back End of Emergency Response Plan

 

 

Emergency Contact Names and Numbers

 

1. First call: 911 Fire or police

2. CCNY Superintendent: Brian VanKleeck  (845)220-7673

3. CCNY PM: Troy Dahlgren (518)518-6682

4. General Superintendent: Sean Hynes (845)902-8395

5. CCNY PX: Scott Cruikshank (845)790-9219

6. Corp. Safety: Edwin Robinson (845)518-4897

7. Corp. Safety Director: Dan Della-Giustina (508)686-6008                      

8. CCNY PE: Nolan Sherman (845)303-0988

Additional Contacts

Millbrook Village Police Department: Non-Emergency (845)677-8200   

State Police: Non-Emergency (845)331-7017

Millbrook Hose Company: Non-Emergency (845)677-3871  

Back End of Emergency Contact Names and Numbers

 

 

Medical Facilities

Vassar Hospital ER (845)454-8500

45 Reade Place Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

In case of emergency a Consigli representative will be dispatched to the Main entrance of the building to meet the responding Emergency Personnel and advise the individual in charge of the location of any chemicals or hazardous substances that may be present on any of the floors. MSDS/SDS sheets will be readily available if needed by the Fire Dept.

In the event of a serious injury requiring the assistance of Fire Department or EMS the injured worker will be kept as comfortable as possible.  Emergency first aid if necessary will be administered.  Under no circumstances will the injured person be moved unless the worker’s life is in danger because of fire or calamity.  A worker will be assigned to meet the medical personnel at the above location to direct them to the location of incident.

In the event an evacuation is required all personnel at this job site will assemble at the muster point in the parking lot next to the construction office. The foreman for each company will meet at that location and take a head count of their staff and report to Consigli Superintendent. If for some reason a worker is unaccounted for, the fire department will be notified of the last location where the worker was observed.

                                Directions to Vassar Hospital

Back End of Medical Facilities

 

 

Site Safety Plan

PURPOSE: The purpose of this Site Specific Safety and Health Program is to illustrate Consigli’s approach to identifying project specific hazards and controls and how said risk is managed through a comprehensive Safety and Health Program.

S.A.F.E.: Staying Accident Free Every Day is the Safety Mission that forms the very foundation of the Consigli Safety Culture.  The S.A.F.E.  mission, which is supported by technology, (Predictive Solutions internal auditing instrument  which identifies and defines leading indicator related information); Leadership (Empowering our team members to assure safe projects); Humanization (Protect the ones you love by protecting yourself); Jobsite Gym (Morning warm-ups, stretch and flex); Training (Integrating sub-contractors into the Consigli Safety Culture); and Lean (nothing hit the ground), is the driving force behind Consigli’ s drive to our vision – ZERO.  ZERO is the philosophy that all accidents are preventable and that no accident is acceptable.  The S.A.F.E. mission is the guiding force to achieving the Consigli Safety Vision which is ZERO.  

Working Safely With COVID 19

  • Employees experiencing any symptoms (runny nose, headache, cough, sore throat and/or fever) shall stay home and contact your Supervisor.  Supervisors should immediately communicate any individuals reporting symptoms to the Consigli Superintendent.
  • Any employee that has had contact with someone that has a presumed positive for COVID-19 or someone awaiting testing COVID-19 should stay home and contact their supervisor.  Supervisors should immediately communicate any individuals reporting potential contact to the Consigli Superintendent.
  • Any individuals that have traveled outside of the United States should stay home and contact their supervisor.  Supervisors should immediately communicate individuals reporting foreign travel to the Consigli Superintendent to discuss authorization to work on site. 

** This Screening Protocol will be, maintaining proper 6’ spacing, with everyone on site at the start of every shift. **

The following GUIDELINES need to be followed

  • Consigli Project Team shall communicate with our customer to confirm we are in compliance with all facility work rules.
  • All subcontractor’s Project Managers, Assistant PM’s, Safety Officers, etc. should work remotely. 
  • Any site visits by non-essential personnel should be discussed with the Consigli project team.
  • All meetings will be done via Skype or conference calls. 
  • All vendors and delivery drivers are prohibited from entering the site.  When deliveries arrive near the site, contact the Consigli Superintendent for direction. 
  • Avoid cafeterias and high activity areas.
    • When possible eat outside or in isolated area.
    • As much as possible avoid intermingling with other crews or groups
    • Prohibit all food and drink inside the work areas
    • Any lunch rooms within the work areas should be closed
  • Wash or sanitize hands frequently
    • Always before and after any lunch period or break time
  • Maintain social distancing when practical
    • Preferably maintain at least 6’ between yourself and others
    • If working with a partner is required assure proper hygiene practices are followed
  • Disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces, such as tools, keyboards, light switches and tables at least twice per day. Most household cleaners, such as bleach wipes or alcohol, will kill the virus.
  • Utilize proper etiquette when coughing or sneezing
  • Discontinue the use of community water, coffee, or food

Identify the specific route in and out of the construction site (Traffic Management): All deliveries and waste removal shall be done using the South East Gate entrance. All contractors will be responsible for adhering to Town of Ulster restrictions and regulations in regards to driving, parking and delivering materials. Pedestrians will be given the right of way at all times. Parking will not be designated.

Designated work hours (any work outside these hours must have prior CCNY approval):  All work shall take place during business hours, Monday – Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm, any work which may need to take place outside of these hours will need to be approved by the CCNY Superintendent.

Services:  Any compromises to Cary Institute Project site during the work performed will be handled accordingly 

  • During weekly project meetings, if needed upcoming work that may compromise service or impact the public shall be talked about with Site Superintendent and scheduled for off shift if the group decides it will be needed.
  • The on-site superintendent shall perform weekly inspections of all adjacent establishments and businesses for the duration of the project to ensure minimal construction impact.

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA):  An AHA/JHA depending on level of hazard shall be conducted for each identifiable feature of work to be performed.  The AHA/JHA shall be submitted to Consigli superintendent/supervisor.  AHA/JHA shall be reviewed weekly, signed by all workers including their supervisor, with all involved personnel performing that particular task.

MINIMUM PPE REQUIREMENTS

Project Superintendents shall be responsible for assuring that all workers on the Cary Institute project comply with the Personal Protective Equipment requirements. The Site Safety Manager will periodically audit for field compliance. The Minimum Personal Protective Equipment requirements are as follows:

  1. All workers will be thoroughly indoctrinated by their respective employer and trained in the proper use of required protective equipment. Defective or unacceptable PPE will be removed immediately from service
  2. The Cary Institute project shall be a Mandatory Hard Hat Job.
  3. All workers will require 100% eye protection. All overhead work will require the use of either a face shield or pair of goggles in conjunction with safety glasses.
  4. All workers manually manipulating materials are required to wear gloves that are appropriate to the material manipulating task. Exceptions include lunch, restroom breaks, and office work. In addition to utilizing gloves, the subcontractor employer shall be responsible for training workers into proper use and limitations of the gloves utilized.
  5. Subcontractors JSA’s need to document hand and finger hazards, and glove selection and use for protecting against said hazard.
  6. Employees shall be provided with face protection equipment when power tools, machines or operations present potential eye or face injury from physical, chemical, or radiation agents.
  7. Hearing protection against the effects of noise exposure shall be worn when sound levels exceed 85 dba as calculated by the Safety Manager on site. Each subcontractor supervisor shall make available at all times, the proper hearing protection for each worker.
  8. Respirators/nuisance masks, when needed for sweeping or other dusty conditions are to be provided by each subcontractor supervisor under the OHSA regulation 1910.134 for voluntary use only.
  9. Impermeable rubber or any impenetrable protection shall be worn to prevent skin contact with any acid, chemical, creosote, coal tar, fuel oil or concrete. This is especially true for Concrete workers and masons.
  10. 100% High visibility vests shall be worn by workers at all times.
  11. Metatarsal guards will be used by workers handling pneumatic tools, pipe, stone, timber and plate vibrators.
  12. Non-skid soles will be worn on safety shoes.
  13. Long pants are required at all times while on site. They shall be appropriate to the task being performed. Examples of acceptable pants include denim jeans, khakis, twill pants, or work pants. Examples of unacceptable pants include, but are not limited to sweat pants, nylon jogging/wind pants, pajama pants, flannel pants, etc.
  14. IMPORTANT NOTE: Personnel protective equipment for visitors shall include hard hats, high visibility vest and safety glasses as required.

PPE Training: Necessity, use, limitations, care and maintenance of all provided PPE by a subcontractor supervisor will be conducted upon issue. Said training is to be documented as part of the subcontractors toolbox talk meeting process. Retraining of employees by the subcontractor supervisor shall be conducted anytime site conditions change, PPE requirements change, or employee demonstrates improper use or lack of knowledge.

Personal protective equipment, which has been changed in any manner so as to reduce its effectiveness, shall be repossessed, repaired or destroyed. Personal protective equipment worn or used previously by a worker shall not be issued to another employee until the article has been cleaned and sterilized.

Demolition:  Prior to the start of demo operations, the contractor preforming demo will confirm that all utilities leading into the area have been made safe.  The electrician will disconnect and lock out all electrical, the plumber will do the same with any plumbing lines, and the HVAC subcontractor will do the same on the HVAC piping and duct work.  Lock out tag out will be reviewed during the pre-construction safety meetings to assure disconnect and responsibility for protection of existing utilities is safe for any construction activities to commence. In spaces where some electrical or mechanical must remain live, a color coding system will be utilized for easy identification of live utilities that must stay active and utilities that must be removed.  Any and all utilities spay painted Red are not to be touched and are need to be protected during all operations. Utilities spray painted Green are to be removed as part of the selective demolition process only after lock-out/tag-out has been confirmed and utilities tested.  If any utilities are unmarked, they shall be considered live.  The demo contractor will be responsible for completing CCNY demo checklist prior to the start of any work in their target areas.

Demolition & Abatement Scopes of work as per the Demolition & Abatement Subcontractor’s Contract:

SCOPE OF WORK

Asbestos Abatement

  • Abatement removal per future abatement ASB Report dated 7/27/2020 (additional roof shingle area (7,000 sf))
  • All abatement and disposal of the cementitious panels within the existing fume hoods shall be performed by the Owner
  • All abatement and disposal of the cementitious beeker rack boards within the existing labs shall be performed by the Owner
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the holding tank roof tar as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the breezeway below grade waterproofing tar as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Provide all 3/4″ fire-rated sheathing atop existing ACM façade waterproofing tar as shown to encapsulate the existing tar inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete installation
  • Provide all pre-drilling of existing foundations with ACM waterproofing membrane for proposed concrete faced insulated panels.  Assume three (3) clips per every 48″ along the perimeter where concrete faced insulated panels are required
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the asphalt shingles atop the saw tooth roofing sections as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Additional added cost to provide all abatement and disposal of the asphalt shingles atop the saw tooth roofing sections as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • The gable end walls currently support the roof overbuild and sit atop ACM asphalt shingle.  Include an additional mobilization to return and abate a 12″ strip of asphalt shingle at the gable end walls after the roof overbuild has been removed
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the asphalt shingle skylight and metal plate patch tar atop the saw tooth roofing sections as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Cut all openings in perimeter wall in sizes and configurations as required due to the ACM waterproofing remaining intact on the building
  • Perform all window opening enlargements or exterior wall removals in sizes and configurations as required due to the ACM waterproofing remaining intact on the building
  • Provide all containers to dispose of ACM debris as required per code
  • Provide all proper disposal of ACM debris as required per NYS code Rule 56
  • Provide complete containment systems for abatement operations as required
  • Protect all areas throughout from incidental disturbance during abatement operations as required
  • All permits, postings, variances, containments, enclosures, protection, clearances, etc. as required to complete abatement operations as specified

Miscellaneous: Roof Shingle: Open space abatement removal NYS DOL waiver/variance

EXCAVATIONS:  (CONSIGLI PROGRAM APPENDIX PP – EXCAVATION CHECKLIST) 

Excavation operations (if performed) will be limited to the interior under slab waste & water lines.  This excavation will take place in our space on the Health Quest Premises.  This excavation will be limited to less than five feet in depth and will not be open for any length of time.  All required permitting will be obtained before any exterior town related excavating is to begin.  If necessary, tabulated data/engineering for shoring and shielding systems will be obtained and available on site at all times when in use. All excavations will be inspected by a competent person on a daily basis.  Written excavation inspections will be done if the excavation exceeds 5’. 

  1. Dig Safe Notification – dig safe number (If needed) will be obtained and posted in the site office.
  2. Copies of shoring engineering and tabulated data sheets for all trench boxes or other shoring/shielding systems brought on site will be provided to CCNY and be kept in construction office.

** Please review chapter 19 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

FALL PROTECTION: (CONSIGLI PROGRAM APPENDIX CC– FALL PROTECTION ACCESS PERMIT)   

All work over 6 feet will require some form of fall protection in accordance with CCNY fall protection policy.  Exterior fall protection for all roof work and floors is to be determined but it is critically important that all elevated work by any subcontractor contracted by Consigli Construction have a written Fall Protection Plan, reviewed by the Regional Safety Manager prior to the onset of work.

  1. Holes greater than 2” will be covered with acceptable material (3/4” plywood or ½” steel) which will be secured and marked cover or hole (cover must be able to withstand four times the intended load).  Covers will stay in place until the hole/penetration has been filled.
  2. Before any work is to begin on the roof, it must be determined what method of fall protection will be implemented.  Whenever roofers and any other trade are on the same roof then the flagging must be pulled in to the maximum 15’ distance. Roof work fall protection will require a rail system and flagging. NOTE: At no time will roofers be able to work without positive fall protection.
  3. Guardrails (Cable, wood or acceptable materials) shall be installed as fall hazards of 6’ or greater are created during all phased work processes. All guardrails systems shall be capable of withstanding downward/outward force of 200 lbs. and shall be maintained in such fashion throughout all phases of construction or until the fall hazard has been eliminated through design or equivalent protection. 
  4. Toe boards are required to be installed any time in which there is a risk for materials to be knocked off of an edge, or material will need to be kept and secured a minimum of 6’ from the roof edge.  In addition, any materials that may be blown off of the roof shall be secured/weighted down.
  5. All Fall Protection Plans shall be drafted by a competent person and shall include all fall protection systems available to ensure the proper form of fall protection is available at the time of work.
  6. If, for any reason, fall protection must be removed, or access is needed to roof decks, or guardrail systems need to be removed, and the Consigli Superintendent is not notified in a timely manner, then the Superintendent can require the non-compliant party to then complete a “Fall Protection Access Permit” (APPENDIX CC). The permit shall be completed by the subcontractor and returned to the Consigli Project Office.

** Please review chapter 13 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

Work on Ladders: All work on step ladders/straight ladders will be done correctly per manufacturer’s recommendations.  Any worker who is on a step/straight ladder and could be exposed to a fall greater than the height of their work on the ladder will be required to install a form of fall protection.  Step ladders will not be used as a form of access to a walking /working level, also all straight ladders will be tied of when installed for use.  Only ladders with a rating Type 1A or 1AA will be allowed on Consigli projects.

SCAFFOLD/ELEVATED WORK PLATFORMS: (CONSIGLI PROGRAM APPENDIX EE – SCAFFOLD CHECKLIST)    

Scaffold systems may be utilized on this project but with most exterior work done out of aerial lifts or possibly some swing staging if necessary.  If scaffolding is used;

  1. It will be inspected daily, before each shift by a competent person designated by each individual contractor using it. 
  2. The inspections will be documented on Inspection tags located at the access point to each scaffold.
  3. A scaffold checklist will be provided by CCNY to the subcontractors’ designated persons to aid them with their inspection.
  4. All scaffolding that is over 15’ in height will require that CCNY’s Safety Department review the scaffold prior to it being turned over for use by tradesmen.
  5. Any Hydro-Mobile systems used on HQ Kingston will require pre-construction safety meeting and subcontractor installing system provided Chapter 15 (Hydro-Mobile Requirements) of CCNY’s Safety and Health Program.  

Aerial/Scissor Lifts: 

Aerial and Scissor lifts used on the Cary Institute project will require consistent monitoring of construction operations to ensure workers operate such elevated platforms under the safest site conditions. This will include at a minimum the following;

  1. Area and ground conditions in the intended work area will be inspected for overhead power lines, sink holes, covers, or any other unsafe conditions.
  2. Aerial and scissor lift platforms, if utilized, will be inspected daily before each shift by a competent person designated by each individual contractor utilizing them.  
  3. All contractors who will be performing work from an aerial lift will show documented proof of training for each worker using said lifts.
  4. If necessary, steel plates, or equivalent, will be placed on the ground above known underground structures if lifts will be operating on them.Workers will be tied off at all times when using an aerial lift.
  5. Required fall arrest systems for the type of work platform lift utilized is supplied and used by each worker operating or using lift. Fall arrest equipment required shall be supplied by the subcontractor employer.
  6. Elevated platforms shall be used as per the manufacture’s recommendations. All operators’ manuals shall be kept with each piece of equipment utilized.
  7. All manufacturer Safety Warnings on the elevated platforms shall be in good condition and legible.
  8. When determining safe operation of aerial/scissor lifts during wind conditions, the “Beaufort Scale of Wind Force” chart detailed on Page 14 shall be referenced. 

AERIAL/SCISSOR LIFTS:  (CONSIGLI PROGRAM APPENDIX HH – SCISSOR LIFT   INSPECTION FORM, APPENDIX JJ – AERIAL LIFT INSPECTION FORM)

THE BEAUFORT SCALE OF WIND FORCE (BELOW)

is accepted internationally and used in communicating weather conditions. It consists of number 0 – 12, each representing a certain strength or velocity Corp of wind at 33 feet (10m) above ground or in the open. This should be used to assess when it is safe to operate your powered access equipment.

Description of wind Specification for use on land MPH
0  Calm Calm, smokes rises vertically < 1
1  Light Air Direction of wind shown by smoke drift but not by wind vanes 1  –  3
2  Light Breeze Wind felt on face; leaves rustle; ordinary vanes moved by wind 4  –  6
3  Gentle Breeze Leaves and small twigs in constant motion; wind extends light flag 7  –  10
4  Moderate Breeze Raises dust and loose paper; small branches are moved 11  –  16
5  Fresh Breeze Small trees in leaf begin to sway; crested wavelets form on inland waters
STOP MOST POWERED ACCESS PLATFORM & BOOM WORK!
17  –  21
6  Strong Breeze Large branches in motion; umbrellas used with difficulty 22  –  27
7  Near Gale Whole trees in motion; inconvenience felt when walking against wind 28  –  33
8  Gale Breaks twigs off trees; generally impedes progress 34  –  40
9  Strong Gale Slight structural damage occurs, slate blows off roofs 41  –  47
10  Storm Seldom experienced on land, trees broken or uprooted, “considerable structural damage” 48  –  55
11  Violent Storm Generally not experienced on land. On the water: Exceptionally high (37-52 ft.) waves, foam patches cover sea, visibility more reduced 56  –  63
12  Hurricane On the water: Air filled with foam, waves over 45 ft., sea completely white with driving spray, visibility greatly reduced > 64

Note: Approximate corrections for wind speeds at other heights are:

6 feet subtract 30 percent
10 feet subtract 20 percent
20 feet subtract 10 percent
50 feet add 10 percent
100 feet add 25 percent

STRUCTURAL STEEL WORK (Related Consigli Program Appendix LL – Approval to Begin Steel Erecting, Appendix MM – Custody of Fall Protection)

Infill structural steel will set the stage for critical steel erecting requirements which must comply with CCNY safety and health program policies as well as OSHA related subpart R standards. Steel erectors must submit to the Consigli Superintendent a site-specific steel erection plan written by a qualified person two weeks prior to commencing work. The plan shall contain minimally:

Site Layout

  • Sequence of erection
  • Deliveries
  • Staging & Storage
  • Path of overhead loads
  • Lift Plan/Crane Set-up
  • Fall protection procedures (fall protection required at 6 feet for all operations)
  • Post fall protection plan
  • Training documentation
  • Qualified and Competent person(s). Including Rigger/Signalperson
  • Critical Lifts

It shall be assured that the concrete in Footings, Piers, Walls, and/or mortar in Masonry Piers and walls are in accordance with ASTM standard test method and has reached 75% (Percent) of its intended minimum compression design strength and signed off by a qualified person. The Engineers test results shall be documented and sent to the steel erector prior to steel erection commencing utilizing the “Approval to Begin Steel Erection Form” (APPENDIX LL)

Erecting requirements

  1. Each employee engaged in a steel erection activity that is on a walking/working surface 6 feet or greater above a lower level shall be protected from falling by use of guardrail, safety net or personnel fall protection system. When personal fall protection systems cannot be attached overhead, they must be of the appropriate type to account for 12’ free fall requirements as detailed in ANSI Z359.
  2. Welded alloy steel chain slings shall have permanently affixed durable identification stating size, grade, rated capacity, and sling manufacturer.

** Please review chapter 16 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details **   

Chemical and Materials:  All Materials and chemicals used on-site will have MSDS/SDS sheets provided before being brought onsite.

  • MSDS/SDS sheets on file in Kirchoff-Consigli Construction’s Site Safety Plan
  • All MSDS/SDS sheets shall be readily accessible.

** Please review chapter 20 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details.  

FIRE PROTECTION: (CONSIGLI PROGRAM APPENDIX OO – HOT WORK PERMIT)

Consigli’s hot work permit program (Appendix OO) shall be implemented for all hot work to be conducted on the project.  This work shall be coordinated and executed through Consigli’s Superintendent. The following additional policies shall be incorporated during all Hot Work on the Cary Institute Project;

  1. If required by the nature of the work and OSHA regulations, the Consigli Superintendent shall ensure all “Hot Work Permits” are filled and filed.
  2. Consigli shall perform all hot work in accordance with the Hot Work Program approved for the work.
  3. Consigli Superintendent shall take all reasonable precautions against fire and provide all temporary plans, programs, equipment, labor and material required for compliance.

All hot work will be attended by trained “fire watch” and shall stop one half hour before the regular end of the day work.  All combustible or flammable materials will be stored in an appropriately rated lockable cabinet located no closer than 50 feet from the nearest structure.

Fire extinguishers will be provided for every 3000 square feet of building area and maintained during construction. In addition; 

  1. All extinguishers shall be installed on job made stands and conspicuously located throughout the project. 
  2. All extinguishers shall be part of the daily inspection with extinguisher log completed monthly. 
  3. Storage of any oxygen or acetylene cylinders will be done in a secure and upright area, with good ventilation. 
  4. The Cary Institute project will strictly enforce “No Smoking”. 
  5. Noncombustible materials (metal or fire retardant material) for scaffold, trash chutes, forms, shoring, bracing, temporary stairs, ramps, platforms and boxes shall be used when such items are required during the work.
  6. Temporary fuels used for temp heat or equipment filling shall have minimum 20lb. ABC multi-purpose extinguisher mounted/located a minimum of 20 feet with identification signage.
  7. Temporary fuels shall have barricade protection
  8. Temporary fuels shall have signage indicating “No Open Flames” and “No Smoking”.
  9. Each temporary heating unit shall have its own designated multi-purpose extinguisher rated no less than 10lb. ABC. 

** Please review chapter 17 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:

All electrical tools, cords and equipment must be in good working order. HQ Kingston project will require that exit lighting and interior stairway and corridor lighting be illuminated 24 hours a day 7 days a week. To that end, all electrical tools and components must be visually checked on a daily basis and include the following; 

  1. Any tools with damaged cords must be taken out service immediately. 
  2. All cords must be equipped with a ground pin, flat three wire cords are not allowed. 
  3. SJO and SJT or other similarly rated cords only shall be used. 
  4. All cords used on the Cary Institute Project must be 12 gauge or better. 
  5. The electrician will be responsible for all temp power and any general temp lighting that may be needed.
  6. Temp lighting strings with cages designed to protect bulbs from damage must be wire tied closed to prevent accidental opening.
  7. Any exposed electrical temp lighting or empty sockets shall be repaired by electrical subcontractor immediately upon notice.
  8. Subcontractor electrician shall conduct weekly inspection of all temp lighting strings for deficiencies.  
  9. Subcontractors will be responsible for task lighting in the event that lighting above the OSHA standard is required for a particular work task. 
  10. The electrician will coordinate all lock out tag out procedures. All temporary power for the project will be installed on protected and dedicated circuits with 100% GFCI protection. 
  11. GFCI will be tested by the electric contractor to assure proper function with a log book filed with CCNY monthly. 
  12. No live electrical work will be conducted per NFPA 70E.
  13. All portable generators/welding generator systems shall be equipped with GFCI protection.
  14. If systems are not equipped with GFCI protection, all workers utilizing system for temporary power shall utilize plug-in type GFCI devices to protect all workers from electrical shock.
  15. Consigli Construction (CCNY) reserves the right to disable any flexible cord on site when cord is found to be in non-compliance with this section. Disabling means of all non-compliant flexible cords is at the discretion of Consigli Construction up to and including cutting of cap and plugs to ensure flexible cord cannot be utilized to create a greater hazard. 

** Please review chapter 26 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

Utility Exposures:  Any overhead power lines will be located and identified prior to use of any equipment which may come in to contact with them… All sidewalks will be protected if equipment is to be driven over them.

CRANES:

All crane operations shall be performed under OSHA’s new subpart CC standards. There is a requirement to assure that certified riggers, signalmen, and crane assemblymen are utilized.  All picks are to be done by a licensed operator.  As previously mentioned, a detailed pick plan will be required to assure that no picks are critical in nature.  Critical picks are defined as those involving 2 cranes lifting simultaneously, a pick that is over 75% of capacity, a pick that involves the lifting of a man basket, or any other lift that is deemed to involve special conditions.  Location and set up will be reviewed with crane operator prior to set up and pick.  All lifting operations will require that the operator and any involved contractors follow the steps listed below as well as in CCNY Crane Safety policy.

  1. All Hoisting equipment will have an up to date 3rd party inspection certificate with the equipment which will be copied and filed in the office trailer.
  2. All lattice boom cranes will have an independent 3rd party inspection completed each time one is set up on the project, after assembly and prior to operation.
  3. All equipment operators will be required to have in their possession all appropriate licensing and training as required by OSHA and the State of New York.
  4. All underground vaults and existing utilities will be marked before as well as before any crane is set up.
  5. Documented rigging equipment inspections.
  6. Documented daily crane inspections filed with CCNY weekly.
  7. Most recent 3rd party annual inspection of the crane is to be supplied to Consigli Superintendent. 

** Please review chapter 24 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details **    

Forklift/Equipment Requirements:  

All operators will be required to have in their possession all appropriate licensing and training as required by OSHA and the NYS Department of Labor.

All safety devices and warning alarms must be in good working order and all leaks are to be repaired immediately.  All equipment will be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations for safe usage and have its operator’s manual as well as an extinguisher with it at all times.  Subcontractors who will have equipment on site will be responsible for having a spill kit available at all times.

** Please review chapter 24 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

SANITARY REQUIREMENTS

The amount of sanitary facilities required shall be based on the total number of workers employed on the Project and shall be in accordance with OSHA’s provisions outlined in Table D-1 of 1926.51(c)(1). At a minimum the following shall apply in order to maintain the highest level of sanitary conditions during and up to completion of construction;

  1. Maintain all units in a clean and sanitary condition.
  2. At the minimum, clean on a weekly basis, and more often as required by the applicable OSHA sanitary standards for number of workers on the project site.
  3. Provide all toilet supplies as required, including toilet paper, soap, paper towels, and waste receptors.

Confined Space:  A written plan will be needed to work in any tanks/vaults and crawl spaces during this project which have been designated permit confined spaces by CCNY, this plan must include air monitoring.

** Please review chapter 21 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details.  

Designated First Aid Plan:   All injuries no matter how minor must be reported to Consigli Superintendent immediately. The superintendent will then report all injuries to the CCNY Safety Manager Edwin Robinson.  A fully stocked first aid kit and blood borne pathogens kit shall be maintained on the project site.  Only properly trained personnel will administer first aid.  Consigli Construction Management shall follow Site Safety Plan for first Aid.  Report any incidents to the Safety Manager

**Review chapters 1&27 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details.  

Evacuation Plan (RACE, and Routes of Egress): Please refer to the Evacuation Plans attached.  All Consigli employees shall attend the Project Safety Orientation.  Consigli Construction’s Project Superintendent will conduct a safety orientation talk to each employee and subcontractor to site specific fire safety protocols.

Emergency Management Response: In the event of an Emergency the construction workers shall leave the building immediately. Point of assembly/muster shall be located in the parking lot next to the construction site office.  In the Event of a DISASTER, the Superintendent or Safety Manager shall instruct the construction workers to leave the site or remain in place and await further instruction.  The following steps should be taken in the event of an emergency

When reporting an emergency, please provide the following:

• Your location (Cary Institute, 2801 Sharon Turnpike, Millbrook, NY 12545) phone number, and name;

• The location of the incident (building name, floor and room number);

• Nature and extent of the incident (injury, accident, spill, smoke/fire, damage, etc.);

• The name and amount of the material spilled (if applicable); and

• The safest route to the incident site (if applicable).

** Please review chapter 8 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details.  

Minimum Site Safety Requirement: 

All Consigli workers, and any subcontractors, shall have, at a minimum, an OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Outreach training certificate and shall provide documentation of training.

ADJACENT PROPERTY: All efforts will be made to ensure that property adjacent to the work area remains un-impacted. Active construction parking and construction traffic shall under no circumstances impact any surrounding business or public operations. CCNY Superintendent reserves the right to have subcontractors’ vehicles towed at the subcontractors/workers expense when this section and logistics regulation is violated.  

Restricted Areas:  Contractors are prohibited from entering any adjacent areas of the campus unless work has been previously authorized and scheduled by.  It is important that workers do not park in/in front of adjacent driveways during construction.  All workers will try to limit their impact on surrounding areas.

Materials Management: Materials management, getting materials into and out of the project, will be done through existing service elevators and loading dock. Getting materials into and out of the project will be a challenge that needs to be adequately planned.  All deliveries are to be scheduled with the CCNY Superintendent.  A comprehensive Activity Hazard Analysis shall be done on all materials that will be hoisted and placed into the building. Only materials which will be used/installed in a reasonable amount of time will be delivered to the site. Attention must be paid to structural analysis regarding loading existing floors with material and equipment.  All material stored in the building footprint must be off the floor and have the ability to be moved out of the way immediately.

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Environmental Emergency Contact and Management Response

Consigli identified Emergency Response Subcontractor;

Quality Environmental Solutions and Technologies (Quest) (845)298-6031

1376 Route 9 Wappingers, NY 12590

Asbestos

SCOPE OF WORK

Asbestos Abatement

  • Abatement removal per future abatement ASB Report dated 7/27/2020 (additional roof shingle area (7,000 sf))
  • All abatement and disposal of the cementitious panels within the existing fume hoods shall be performed by the Owner
  • All abatement and disposal of the cementitious beeker rack boards within the existing labs shall be performed by the Owner
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the holding tank roof tar as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the breezeway below grade waterproofing tar as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Provide all 3/4″ fire-rated sheathing atop existing ACM façade waterproofing tar as shown to encapsulate the existing tar inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete installation
  • Provide all pre-drilling of existing foundations with ACM waterproofing membrane for proposed concrete faced insulated panels.  Assume three (3) clips per every 48″ along the perimeter where concrete faced insulated panels are required
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the asphalt shingles atop the saw tooth roofing sections as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Additional added cost to provide all abatement and disposal of the asphalt shingles atop the saw tooth roofing sections as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • The gable end walls currently support the roof overbuild and sit atop ACM asphalt shingle.  Include an additional mobilization to return and abate a 12″ strip of asphalt shingle at the gable end walls after the roof overbuild has been removed
  • Provide all abatement and disposal of the asphalt shingle skylight and metal plate patch tar atop the saw tooth roofing sections as shown inclusive of all components and accessories required for a complete removal
  • Cut all openings in perimeter wall in sizes and configurations as required due to the ACM waterproofing remaining intact on the building
  • Perform all window opening enlargements or exterior wall removals in sizes and configurations as required due to the ACM waterproofing remaining intact on the building
  • Provide all containers to dispose of ACM debris as required per code
  • Provide all proper disposal of ACM debris as required per NYS code Rule 56
  • Provide complete containment systems for abatement operations as required
  • Protect all areas throughout from incidental disturbance during abatement operations as required
  • All permits, postings, variances, containments, enclosures, protection, clearances, etc. as required to complete abatement operations as specified

Miscellaneous: Roof Shingle: Open space abatement removal NYS DOL waiver/variance

Silica:   Any activity which can produce silica dust will use engineering controls to keep dust to a minimum.  There will be no dry cutting of any masonry material allowed; if water can not be used then a dustless vacuum system consisting of HEPA dustless vacuum system will be used. 

Prior to the project going full scale an exposure assessment of a worker grinding and cutting masonry while using the HEPA system an exposure assessment will be done so as to establish the silica exposure level.  No respirators will be issued without the express consent of the Consigli Safety department.  Nuisance mask like an N95 if used will be on a voluntary basis and at no time will these types of mask be issued to the workers.

Polychlorinated Biphenyl’s (PCBs):  At this time there are no activity’s which are planned which would disturb any surface with suspect amounts of PCB’s… This does not mean that regulated levels of PCB’s could not still be found in other areas, caution must be used when working and if any workers identify any potentially hazardous substances then they should stop and notify their supervisor immediately.

Light ballast unless labeled “No PCB’S” will be designated PCB containing, All PCB containing material shall be removed and disposed of in accordance with all local, state (MEMEP Special waste management rules 06-096-CMR 400) and federal regulations and be coordinated with BIDMC.  All other inquiries or locations in regards to PCB containing material can be located in the Hazardous Material survey. If identified on any of the materials to be impacted, PCB‘s will be abated. Any and all PCB remediation will be performed by a licensed /qualified contractor

** Please review chapter 29 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

Freon/Glycol:   All Freon/Glycol materials will be removed from equipment and stored per manufacturer’s recommendations before it is disturbed, moved or removed.  All workers who will be working with the above-mentioned materials must provide CCNY with certifications or qualifications.  If not re-used, a disposal manifest will be provided to CCNY.

IAQ (indoor air quality): During construction indoor air quality will be sampled to ensure that adjoin areas have not been contaminated during construction. The air will be tested for typical indicators such as but not limited to Temperature, Humidity, Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide and VOC’s. All testing will be done in accordance with a written IAQ plan written by a Certified Industrial Hygienist.

Mold:    Minor Mold issues are anticipated on this project. Due to the nature of the contractual work consisting of complete interior demolition including mechanical systems, future mold and indoor air quality concerns are not considered an issue. NOTE: If major water infiltration is reported, Consigli’s mold remediation policy will be implemented immediately to prevent any future mold and indoor air quality issues from occurring.

All water infiltration incidents are to be reported to the Safety Department immediately upon discovery.

** Please review chapter 22 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

NOISE:   Noise exposure will also be a concern, so all deliveries must be coordinated with CCNY Superintendent to limit their impact on the surrounding areas.  Normal working hours will be between 7:00 am and 3:30 pm Mon-Fri.  Any contractor who may need to work outside the contracted work hours specified in this section must first seek approval from the CCNY Superintendent.  Noise levels will be monitored when high levels of noise could be expected to assure that noise levels do not exceed acceptable OSHA levels. 

Consigli permissible noise policy and procedures will be followed. All subcontractors will be required to have and maintain a written hearing conservation program at the time of work that outlines control measures designed to mitigate and control worker noise exposure. At a minimum the following shall be part of the subcontractor’s safety and health noise management program;

  1. Consigli superintendent shall coordinate with Benchmark Development on all excessive noise levels in order to minimize the impact to any surrounding facilities.  
  2. Subcontractor supervisor shall protect workers from exposure to noise when such exposure has the potential to exceed OSHA’s Permissible Exposure Limits outlined in Table D-2 of 1926.52(d)(1).
  3. Subcontractor supervisor shall upon competent evaluation of a workers exposure to noise ensure that the worker is monitored and protected and that all engineering and administrative controls necessary to protect worker from hazardous noise levels are implemented.
  4. Subcontractor employer shall be responsible for supplying proper hearing protection where and when required. 
  5. Subcontractors shall ensure all tools and equipment being operated on the Cary Institute  site are equipped with the appropriate manufacturer’s recommended noise reduction device(s), including a muffler and jacket, free from air or exhaust leaks.
  6. Subcontractor employer shall be responsible for ensuring all workers are trained in the proper use of personal protective equipment designed to protect employees from noise levels that exceed those outlined in OSHA’s Table D-2 described in this section. 

** Please review chapter 29 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

Exposure to the Visitors, Staff and Residents: During all phases of construction pedestrian walkways around the project will be open and occupied. Some areas of project will be opened for construction at different times.  Any pedestrian walkway under any type of scaffold or overhead hazard will be provided with overhead protection. At no time is any worker allowed to enter any of the adjacent buildings.  Non-fraternization with staff, members and Guest will be stressed with all subcontractor personnel during orientations. 

Additional Controls: Prior to start of any work, all personnel involved in the project, including project managers must be:

  1. Trained and orientated by Consigli Construction.  Stickers will be issued and displayed on hard hats

Planning:  The project team will meet with the staff before the project start to review any site-specific safety and health requirements. The project team shall be an integrated mix of owner, architect, engineer and Consigli Construction personnel.  If, after reviewing programs and meeting with the individuals, the team is satisfied with the risk control direction, personnel will be permitted to begin work. 

Loss Exposures and Controls:

All individuals working on this project will go through a comprehensive Safety Orientation which will cover all company safety rules regulations and procedures as well as communicating any Cary Institute specific requirements. 

Fraternization between construction employees and project owners, Cary Institute staff, public or visitors will not be permitted.  Loud and profane language or clothing with offensive language will not be allowed on the jobsite. Extra efforts must be made to keep noise to a minimum

LOSS EXPOSURES AND CONTROLS/ INCIDENT REPORTING:  (CONSIGLI PROGRAM APPENDIX R – SUPERINTENDENTS INCIDENT REPORT, APPENDIX GG – NEAR-MISS REPORT)

All individuals working on this project will go through a comprehensive Safety Orientation which will cover all company safety rules regulations and procedures.

  1. All personnel working on site shall have documentation of an OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Outreach Training minimally.
  2. Fraternization between construction employees and the public, or visitors will not be permitted. 
  3. Loud and profane language or clothing with offensive language will not be allowed on the jobsite. Extra efforts must be made to keep noise to a minimum.

Incident Reporting

Consigli’s Project Superintendent must be verbally notified by the subcontractor’s supervisor immediately that an accident has taken place and that one or more of his employees has been injured. Any injury, even minor in nature, requiring a visit to an outpatient medical clinic for treatment, must be reported, by the Consigli Superintendent, on the Consigli “Incident Investigation Report” (APPENDIX R).

The Consigli Superintendent must verbally notify the Corporate Safety Manager of any Injury Incident as soon as possible and submit the aforementioned written investigation reports within 24 hours. Maintain a copy of all accident reports on file at the jobsite

Damage to Property: Any property damage accident, whether project property or non-project property, must also be reported on the Consigli Incident Investigation Report Form” (APPENDIX R) as well.

The Consigli Superintendent must verbally notify the Corporate Safety Manager of any damage to property as soon as possible and submit the aforementioned written investigation reports within 24 hours. Maintain a copy of all accident reports on file at the jobsite

Near Misses

A near miss is a potential hazard or incident that has not resulted in any personal injury or property damage. Unsafe working conditions, unsafe employee work habits, improper use of equipment or use of malfunctioning equipment have the potential to cause work related injuries. It is everyone’s responsibility to report and/or correct these potential accidents / incidents immediately.

General Program:

  1. Any employee can fill out a near miss report (APPENDIX GG) and forward it to the Superintendent to submit to the Safety Department. Please include photographic documentation.
  2. Each jobsite is encouraged to investigate and report all near misses.
  3. Near Miss IHTUs will be reviewed at each Quarterly Safety Meeting.

OSHA Reporting Requirements

All OSHA related reporting requirements shall be coordinated through the Regional Safety Manager. OSHA has outlined basic mandated reporting requirements under section 1904 addressing all of the following Accidents;

  1. Within 8 hours for any job related fatality
  2. Within 24 hours following in-patient hospitalization of 1 or more employees within 24 hours of employee amputation or loss of an eye

NOTE: Incidents involving worker injury or property damage must be reported to Consigli’s Safety Department immediately by the project team.

** Please review chapter 9 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

PLANNING:  (CONSIGLI PROGRAM APPENDIX E – COMPETENT PERSON ID FORM)

The project team, as well as CCNY safety department, will meet with each subcontractor before they start to review their Site Specific Safety and Health Program and all project specific Job Hazard Analyses. The project team shall be an integrated mix of the Benchmark Development team and Consigli Construction personnel. 

After reviewing the programs and meeting with the individual subcontractor, if the team is satisfied with the risk control direction, they will be permitted to begin work. Elements of the pre-planning safety meetings shall include at a minimum;

  1. Scope of work performed by the subcontractor
  2. Number of employees that the subcontractor will need to fulfill the contracted work
  3. Scheduled start date
  4. Review of potential hazardous conditions associated with the contracted work
  5. Safety measures subcontractor will implement to protect workers and workers of other trades
  6. Required licensing and training requirements
  7. Copy of subcontractors written safety and health program
  8. Review by Consigli’s safety department of required written safety programs specific to high hazard work processes
  9. Identification of subcontractors Competent Person (See Appendix E)

** Please review chapter 2 of Consigli’s Safety and Health Program for additional details

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