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Building and Construction Sector Legal and Regulatory RequirementsMay 2012 Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Executive Council Requirement / Obligation This Decree aims to implement the Environment, Health and Safety Management System in the Emirate through provision of a unified tool at Emirate level to facilitate implementation of legislations relevant to environment, health and safety and for protection of human health and safety and the environment and conservation of natural resources Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required EHSMS Documentation Comments Decree No 42 of 2009 Concerning AD EHSMS Roles and responsibilities of the Sector Regulatory Authorities in the Emirate AD EHSMS Requirements RF Elements - Mandatory System To demonstrate compliance as per the Regulatory Framework to ensure a systematic approach is adopted and implemented. AD EHSMS Regulatory Framework Version 2.0/2012 AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority EHS Regulatory Instruments:  Standards and Guideline Values - Mandatory EHS threshold and exposure levels  Codes of Practice - Mandatory EHS technical requirements – subject specific  Mechanisms - Mandatory system implementation processes and procedures Guidelines:  Technica l Guidelines - Non-mandatory guidance on how to implement an EHS Regulatory Instrument  AD EHSMS Guidance Documents - Non-mandatory guidance and interpretation of EHSMS System concepts and principles EHSMS Documentation & Records AD EHSMS Code of Practices 1.0 Hazardous Materials 1.1 Management of Asbestos 1.2 Lead Exposure Management AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority This Regulation applies to the use and storage of hazardous substances and mixtures, All persons who work with asbestos or have a duty to manage premises where asbestos containing material(s) (ACM) have been identified or presumed to be present have to provide all the technical information they require to meet Federal and Local legislative requirements Hazardous substances generated by construction and demolition activities. EHSMS Documentation & Records EHS Construction Management Plan Page 2 of 20 maintenance. sandblasting. recycling. painting. Ensure employees are not exposed to continuous. develop a written “Hearing Conservation Program” when they have noise hazards that exceed 85 decibels The requirements relevant to the Building and Construction Sector and applies to the planning. unless the appropriate hearing protection is provided. used properly and regularly maintained and monitored. PPE Issuance Register Inspection Reports AD EHSMS Code of Practice 3. Employees working in building and construction sector who are exposed to noise levels & Hand Arm / Whole Body Vibration Noise monitoring and employee dosimeter records Medical records relating to vibration AD EHSMS Code of Practice 4. or impact noise levels above 130 decibels. surface preparation. manufacturing. and any other worksite where employees could have an exposure to airborne lead at any level Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 2.1 Vibration AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Employee’s exposure to noise levels in excess of 85 decibels (dB) at anytime during a work shift of 8 hrs. Applies to all employers within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi All first aid and Medical treatment cases records. AD EHSMS Code of Practice AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Occupational health screening shall be undertaken with regards to the potential exposures expected related to the Employees performing any of the job duties Occupational health Page 3 of 20 .0 Occupational Noise 3. assessment and controls and conduct of occupational health and safety work practices in connection with Hand Arm / Whole Body Vibration which will be referred to as HAV.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation It covers all construction.0 First Aid and medical Treatment AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority To ensure that adequate first aid facilities and procedures are established and ensure that competent persons are readily available within the workplace to provide the services and necessary supplies and equipment are present and maintained in the workplace suitable to the first aid or medical services required.0 Personal Protective Equipment AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority The requirements or measures to be taken to ensure Personal Protective Equipment (referred to as PPE) is introduced carefully. who might be exposed to risks. Employees working in the B & C Sector. intermittent. disorder or disease.0 Workplace Wellness 9. significant injuries to workers or in the surrounding community. to Licenses / Compliance Records Required screening and medical surveillance programs Emergency Management Plans Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 6. control and planning. EHSMS Documentation & Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 10.0 Medical Surveillance Competent Authority Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Requirement / Obligation employees occupation and before an employee is exposed to a hazardous work environment. or significant negative impacts on the environment.0 Safety in the Heat Building and Construction Sector / Entities / employees Details of training.0 Emergency Management Requirements Building and Construction Sector / Entities / employers AD EHSMS Code of Practice 7. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / employers Emergency Management Plans This code of practice applies to the amenities found at workplace and involves ensuring the availability of the minimum EHS requirements in this regard and the validity of control measures in place. Requirements for workplace rehabilitation and return-towork to ensure that employees receive the appropriate treatment and benefits. Area of Applicability exposed chemicals/materials. An emergency under this code of practice is an incident related to the entity / employer that can cause death. promotion of awareness. Requirements and standards for workplace wellness and health promotion in the work and living environments (labor accommodation). awareness resources and materials communicated to employees regarding Page 4 of 20 .0 Fire Prevention. EHSMS Documentation & Records Building and Construction Sector / Entities / employers.Clause / Article / Reference 5. education.2 Managing work related stress Technical requirements intended to specify the requirements for fire prevention.1 Expectant Mothers 9. High temperature environments includes both weather (working outside in summer months) and site operations (furnaces. Planning and Control AD EHSMS Code of Practice 8. Working in high temperature environments. contractors and their families to adopt healthy lifestyles and to prevent and control health and lifestyle related issues.0 Rehabilitation / Return to work AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Building and Construction Sector High Risk Entities. EHSMS Documentation & Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 11. ovens. including assistance in returning to their normal duties after a workplace injury. other high temperature operations) Building and Construction Sector / Entities / employers.0 General Workplace Amenities AD EHSMS Code of Practice 9. and wellness programs to employees and contractors in order to encourage employees. carrying or moving thereof) by hand or by bodily force. construction and operation of safe and efficient systems of wiring in buildings and other premises.0 Control of Major Accidents Hazards (COMAH) AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees responsible for manual handling.0 Prevention and Control of Legionnaires Disease applies to all employers and places of business within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi that have equipment that uses. Multi-tenanted residential buildings commercial establishments and the building management / facility management company Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Licenses / Compliance Records Required working in environments hot Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 12. withholding vital information.0 Workplace Bullying and Violence AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Bullying and Violence include verbal abuse.1 Manual Tasks Involving the Handling of People AD EHSMS Code of Practice 15.0 Electrical Safety AD EHSMS Code of Practice 16. or disseminates warm water maintenance and disinfection schedule & records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 13. excessive scrutiny or changing work arrangements to cause inconvenience. Risk Assessment AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHSMS Code of Practice AD EHS Center / Building & Requirements to establish standards and principles that promote the design. Indirect bullying may involve unjustified criticism. Protect people and the environment from. The regulations for the control of major accident and hazards. stores. preventing and controlling electrical hazards. putting down. Requirements for eliminating. Requirements and information for operators on how to meet duties under the COMAH regulations. and limiting the consequences of major accidents occurring within establishments covered by the COMAH regulations.0 Manual Handling and Ergonomics 14. pushing. setting unreasonable tasks. EHSMS Documentation & Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 14. pulling. Requirements regarding Manual handling which is any transporting or supporting of a load (including the lifting.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Requirement / Obligation Area of Applicability working in heat. denying access to information. The management of risks associated with manual handling tasks. by delivering a safety regime This Code of Practice requires employers to use safety signage where there is a significant EHS risk that has not Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Building and EHSMS Documentation Page 5 of 20 . spreading rumors and interfering with personal property or work equipment. This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks of certain physical hazards can be prevented or reduced through the installation and maintenance of barricades This Code of Practice covers the requirements relevant to the planning. high risk activities.0 Worker camps and other Employer Supplied Accommodation AD EHSMS Code of Practice 19. EHSMS Documentation & Records EHSMS Documentation & Records Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Risk Assessments All entities employees where people are exposed to working at EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Page 6 of 20 . Safety signs are not a substitute for those other methods of controlling risks such as engineering controls and safe systems of work Requirements for EHS regulations related to worker camps and other accommodation provided. provided the use of a sign can help reduce the risks.0Permit to Systems AD EHSMS Code of Practice 22. preparation and conduct of health and safety work practices in connection with working at heights: (i) existing places of work and means of access for working Applies to all employers within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Requirements related to permit-to-work system.0 Barricading Hazards Work of AD EHSMS Code of Practice 23. EHSMS Documentation & Records Persons or organizations that are classed as designers People involved in nonproduction work nonroutine operations. plant supervisors and operators and those who carry out the hazardous work. designers should ensure that all foreseeable risks have been identified and analyzed to reduce the risk to as low as reasonably practicable. and thus reduce the risk in their day to day activities. Regulation to eliminate or reduce risk that can arise through construction or end use of a structure or piece of equipment. At each stage of design. Essential features of permit-to-work systems.0 Working at Heights AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards for occupational food handling and food preparation.0Safety in Design AD EHSMS Code of Practice 21.0 Occupational Handling and Preparation Areas Food Food AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 20. The intent of the standard is to help ensure employees health and fitness by providing detailed guidance and best practice to equip both the employer and the employee with the knowledge to enable them to avoid or eliminate the hazards.0 Safety Signage and Signals Competent Authority Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Requirement / Obligation been avoided or controlled by the methods required. Communication between site/installation management.Clause / Article / Reference 17. Area of Applicability Construction Sector Entities / Employees / Licenses / Compliance Records Required & Records Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 18. or release of stored energy could cause injury to workers.0 Transport Safety Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 26.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Authority Requirement / Obligation at height. and (vi) working platforms. (iv) safety nets. The requirements for risks associated with excavation control measures. This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with confined Spaces are assessed.0 Scaffolding Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 27. The requirements and standards to ensure that the risks associated with the use of scaffolding are assessed. (iii) guardrail systems. are assessed. This applies to the servicing and maintenance of machines and equipment in which the unexpected energization or start up of the machines or equipment. to prevent injury. Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 24. (ii) fall prevention.0 Lock-out / Tag-out (Isolation) AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Training Records Risk Assessments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 25. (v) fall arrest systems. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are taken to prevent injury. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities The requirements that the risks associated with hot work operations (welding and cutting). that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are taken to prevent injury. establishes minimum performance requirements for the control of such hazardous energy This code of practice applies to the requirements of preventing and reducing accidents of transportation at workplace.0 Confined Spaces Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 28. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities Area of Applicability heights.0 Hot Work Operations (Welding & Cutting) AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 29.0 Excavation Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Page 7 of 20 . 0 Watercraft Dredging Equipment AD EHSMS Code of Practice 33. The requirements for risks associated with the use of portable power tools are assessed. certification and various operating activities. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury. The requirements for risks associated with the use of lifting equipment and lifting accessories are assessed. over or adjacent to water are assessed. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Requirement / Obligation Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 30. as applied to both new highway construction works and the reconstruction or resurfacing of existing highways. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury. This Code of Practice established the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with working on.0 Working In / Over or Adjacent to Water The requirements for risks associated with lone working or remote locations and to ensure control measures are implemented.0 Lone Work / or in Remote Locations AD EHSMS Code of Practice 31. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury.0 Working Adjacent to Road and AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments on or Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 34.0 Portable Power Tools AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Building Construction and Sector / EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Page 8 of 20 . illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with roadwork’s. are assessed. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 32. training.0 Safe Use of Lifting Equipment and Lifting Accessories AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Log books and inspection check sheets AD EHSMS Code of Practice 35. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities The requirements relevant to the Building and Construction Sector and applies to the requirements for watercraft and dredging requirements for personnel performing watercraft and dredging operations namely inspection. The requirements and standards so that the risks associated with the use of ladders are assessed.0 Plant and Equipment AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments inspection check sheets AD EHSMS Code of Practice 37. concrete paving and Concrete spraying.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Authority Requirement / Obligation and that measures are taken to prevent injury.0 Concrete Equipment Placing AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority The requirements for risks associated with the use of concrete placing equipment are assessed. maintenance. The safe operation of all types of concrete pumps and associated placing equipment used in pumping or spraying.0 Ladders AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments tests. illness and disease to persons. AD EHSMS Code of Practice 38. B & C Sector Entities involved in Overhead and underground services EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Page 9 of 20 . This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with the use of plant and equipment are assessed. EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Log books and inspection check sheets AD EHSMS Code of Practice 39. inspections carried out on ladders. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities Area of Applicability Entities / Employees Licenses / Compliance Records Required inspection check sheets Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 36. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are taken to prevent injury. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. that control measures are taken to prevent injury.0 Overhead and Underground Services AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority This Code of Practice covers the requirements relevant to the planning. Building and Construction Entities involved in manufacture of pre-cast and tilt-up panels. slab construction. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury. preparation and conduct of health and safety work practices in connection with overhead and underground services. reinforced concrete construction. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury. etc) AD EHSMS Code of Practice 44. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. It Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees AD EHSMS AD EHS Center / Page 10 of 20 . UAE. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are taken to prevent injury. This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with tilt-up and precast concrete elements are assessed.Clause / Article / Reference AD EHSMS Code of Practice 40.0 Steel Erection AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with steel erection are assessed.0 Traffic Management and Logistics AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Training Records EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Training Records EHSMS Documentation This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with site traffic and logistics can be prevented or reduced through the introduction of planning and physical control measures The following Code of Practice applies to every place of employment within the waters of Abu Dhabi.0 Temporary Structures (Office Buildings. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury. This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with temporary structures can be prevented or reduced through the introduction of planning and physical control measures. Area of Applicability Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Licenses / Compliance Records Required EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 41. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. tents. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 42.0 Falsework / Formwork Competent Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Requirement / Obligation This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with false-work are assessed.0 Tilt-Up and Pre-Cast Construction AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 43. cofferdams. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are taken to prevent injury. commercial diving. EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Training Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 47.0 Underground Constructions (Tunnels. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. shipbuilding. Determine the risks associated to identify areas compressed gas control measures and safe work practices are required to reduce employee’s exposures Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Emergency Response Page 11 of 20 . inspections carried AD EHSMS Code of Practice 48.0 Underwater Activities Competent Authority Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Requirement / Obligation covers all diving and related support operations conducted in connection with all types of work and employments. Requirements for spray finishing operations including spray painting that uses compressed gases including compressed air. Area of Applicability Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees involved in under water activities. that control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measure are taken to prevent injury. ship repairing. piling.) AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with underground construction are assessed.Clause / Article / Reference Code of Practice 45.0 Machine Guarding AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated with the guarding of machinery are assessed.0 Compressed Gases and Air AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority This sets requirements on how to use. shipbreaking. illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. store and transport compressed gases. Licenses / Compliance Records Required & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Training Records Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 46. recreational diving. Determine the risks associated to identify areas where control measures and safe work practices are required to reduce employee’s exposures to hazards associated with spray finishing operations and hazardous materials/chemicals Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments tests. shafts.0 Spray Painting AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Emergency Response Plan AD EHSMS Code of Practice 49. etc. construction. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees involved in underground activities. and long-shoring. including general industry. maintenance. fume and mist in workplace air using local exhaust ventilation (LEV) to extract contaminants before they enter employee’s breathing zones The requirements for the EHS management of construction projects/activities and for compiling: Pre-Tender Environment. Health and Safety Meetings. Environment.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation to compressed gases and hazardous materials/chemicals Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Plan EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Emergency Response Plan Comments AD EHSMS Code of Practice 50.0 Environmental This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated to Environmental damage and control measures are established to reduce the Building Construction Sector and / Page 12 of 20 . Health and Safety Files.0 Local Exhaust Ventilation Requirements on how to control gas. keeping. environment. dust.0 Waste Management AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees AD EHSMS Code of Practice 55. collection and disposal of all waste generated Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees AD EHSMS Code of Practice 53.0 Abrasive Blasting and Associated Protective Coating Work AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority AD EHS Center / Building & Construction Sector Regulatory Authority This sets requirements for abrasive blasting operations. Entities shall evaluate each site or operation to determine what hazards are present in relation to the use of powered lift trucks and shall assess the risk using risk management practices. vapor.0 Powered Fork Trucks The following code of Practice sets out the requirements for the use of lift trucks.0 EHS Management During Construction Work Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Training Records EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Waste record EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 54. Requirements for the development and implementation of the Waste Management requirements to the production. handling. safe storage. Engineering controls are evaluated and implemented to remove or reduce employee exposure to hazards associated with abrasive blasting operations Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees AD EHSMS Code of Practice 51. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Emergency Response Plan Medical Screening EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Training Records AD EHSMS Code of Practice 52. Health and Safety Plans. transport. health and safety construction management plans (EHSCMP) Site Environment. cleanliness and ventilation in each place of business and must provide such places with adequate illumination. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Page 13 of 20 . Display at a conspicuous point in the place of business detailed instructions concerning methods to prevent fire and protect employees. Surveillance and Reporting Certification of Operations Personnel Administrative Liabilities and Penalties Criminal Penalties Application for an Operating Licence Extension of a Nuclear Facility Decommissioning Decommissioning Trust Fund Security of Radioactive Sources Building Construction and EHSMS Documentation & Records Federal Law by Decree No 6 of 2009 Regulations of FNAR REG-01 to REG-24 Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation • • • • • • • • • • • • Federal Law 8 (1980) UAE Labor Law Ministry of Labor Every employer must provide adequate means of protection for the employee from the hazards of injuries and vocational.Clause / Article / Reference Management Competent Authority Authority risks • Requirement / Obligation Area of Applicability Entities / Employees Licenses / Compliance Records Required Aspect Assessment Impact Comments Nuclear Facility Construction Import/ Export Controls Safeguards and Material Control and Accounting Application for a Licence to Operate a Nuclear Facility Design Modifications during Operation Operational Safety including Testing. potable water and toilets. bandages disinfectants and other relief aids. supplied with medicines. Each employer has to arrange for one medical aid box(s). audit reporting Soil Protection Ecology It is prohibited to undertake any activity that damages the quantity or quality of flora in any area. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Environmental Policy. Protection of society.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation full medical check-up at least once each 6 months regularly for his employees who are exposed to the danger of infection with any of the occupational diseases. which are environmentally harmful or impede authorized use of the environmental setting. shrub or grass without authorization from the competent authority. natural balance and consolidation of environmental awareness and principles of pollution control. EHSMS risk assessment. Competent Authorities and Parties concerned with the protection of the environment and conservation of the quality. to damaging. disturbing the natural properties or polluting the soil in any way that may affect its productivity. thus causing desertification or deformation of the natural environment and it is prohibited to cut. in coordination with the Agency. agents of the employers or any other persons having authority on employees may not permit entry of any kind of alcoholic drinks. Protection and conservation of the quality and natural balance of the environment. industrial. induction briefings. Control of all forms of pollution and avoidance of any immediate or long-term harmful effects resulting from economic. Page 14 of 20 . human health and the health of other living creatures from activities and acts. It is prohibited to undertake any activity contributing directly or indirectly. 3. agricultural. Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments Federal Law 24 (1999): Protection and Development of the Environment Ministry of Water and Environment / Environment Agency Abu Dhabi 1. uproot or cause damage to any tree. 2. development or other programmes aiming at improving life standards and coordination among the Agency. competency matrix.Instructions list to be abided by in order to protect the living and non . induction briefings. installations or artificial Islands in or above the continental shelf or the exclusive economic zone in view of exploring or exploiting its natural resources . first aid box inventory Accident reporting procedure. 3 . 5 . fire evacuation procedure. audit reporting. notice board. risk assessment. 4 . It must be taken into account not to establish such structures or installations that might prohibit from reaching the land or hinder the international navigation. audit reporting First aid procedure. installation or use of structures . training records.The establishment of safety zones mentioned in Article 21 herein.The organization or prohibition of entry of vessels into safety zones.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation Determination of the ways and means to protect employees against occupational hazards • • • • • • • • • • • General Duties of Employer General Duties of Employee Safety Signs Training First Aid Environmental Place of Work Fire Protection Employees Responsibility Storage of Chemicals Notification of Accidents Area of Applicability Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Licenses / Compliance Records Required Fire exit signs. 19 of 1993 Concerning the Determination of the Maritime Relevant Regulatory Authorities The organization of the building .The instructions to be abided by in order to protect the structures and installations. monthly reporting to the Environment Agency Comments UAE Federal Law: Ministerial Order No.living resources of the economic zone and Building and Construction Sector EHSMS Documentation & Records Page 15 of 20 . 2 . (32) for the year 1982 Ministry of Labor Federal Law No. and the safety zones shall be established in a way that guarantees a reasonable connection between such zones. (587) of 2009 and (26) of 2009 regarding Working Hours in the Sun Ministry of Labor 1. 7 . These works include the repair of: • water supply line disconnection • drainage line disconnection • electric current disconnection • traffic suspension in highways • oil or gas pipelines interruption 3. 2. concreting if the same can not be carried out or completed during the afternoon period. Asphalt mix laying works. and the function of either artificial Islands. unless the surpass is acceptable in accordance with the international criteria Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments Ministerial Decision No. taking into account the internationally adopted criteria.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation the continental shelf. Works. require a permit from a competent governmental authority due to its impact on the traffic movement and services. 6 . the carrying out of which. The area around them shall not exceed 500 meters measured from every point at their outer edge. The State shall determine the width of the safety zones. Works necessary to avoid any danger or rectify any damage or fault or accidental losses. Constructions and installations safety zones in which it takes necessary precautions to ensure the safety of such artificial Islands.The environmental affairs.Any other similar matters. the nature. constructions or installations. These works include: • Suspension or conversion of main highways • Electric current interruption • Etisalat lines disconnection 4. if the permission provides for its completion continuously. constructions and installations. scientific research and technology transfer. Any other works approved by the Director General of the Ministry Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Page 16 of 20 . 2. industrial cooling means. Disposal of hazardous wastes and medical wastes. engines or vehicles producing exhaust gases that exceed the limits specified shall not be used. 37 of 2001 Ministry of Water and Environment/Env ironment Agency Abu Dhabi Ministry of Water and Environment/Env ironment Agency Abu Dhabi The Environmental Impact Assessment of Projects. sunshades Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments Council of Ministers Decree No. Handling of Hazardous Substances. Hazard wastes and Medical Wastes. Regulation Regarding Protection of Air from Pollution • • air pollutants must not exceed the acceptable permissible limits specified Machines. the employer should provide the following: 1. Cold potable water in conformity with the number of workers and safety and general health conditions. activities resulting in the production of hazardous wastes shall keep a registry for such hazardous wastes. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records Council of Ministers Decree No. first aid on site. demolition or transportation of wastes or dusts produced adequate ventilation in the work place measures to prohibit smoking in closed public places. means of quenching such as salts and lemon as those approved by the health authorities in UAE. treat or burn garbage and solid wastes except in places designated Precautions at the time of exploration. 12 of 2006 for Federal Law No. drilling. prohibited to throw. 24 of 1999 Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records • • • • • Page 17 of 20 . 3.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation If work continues by virtue of the above mentioned articles. the protection of Marine Environment. construction. Agricultural Pesticides and Fertilizers and protection of air Pollution. 5. 4. storage. In case of transporting waste. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Risk Assessments Inspection Records c) d) Local Law Abu Dhabi DMA Administrative measures violating buildings and works that directly hinder or cripple utility of highways and public services which pose a threat to public health. and furnish such parties with all the data available therewith on the description and specifications of such wastes. Classify the generated waste to hazardous and non-hazardous waste.Clause / Article / Reference Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments Local Law 21 of 2005 Waste Management in the emirate of Abu Dhabi Environment Agency Abu Dhabi Reduce the generated waste by means of implementing the regulations. Inform parties interested in contracting of all wastes that are classified as hazardous wastes. 1) In case of contract with the private sector for transporting. Medical or hazardous waste must not be delivered to any party interested in contracting unless such parties specify the means that they shall apply on such waste and provide the approval of the Competent Authority. the following must be carried out: a) b) Restrict waste contracts to Environmental Service Providers permitted by the Competent Authority. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Inspection Records\ Page 18 of 20 . must comply with the codes of practice and guidelines for licensing of waste transport vehicles and the regulation and monitoring of transport operations. treatment or disposal of waste. safety or the environment or spoil the general view and landscape of the City at the expense of the violating person. treatment or disposal of waste. Facilities for storage. Complete delivery and transport of wastes as per the approved regulations and guidelines. Enforce its waste generating facilities with the occupational health and safety requirements. the provisions of Article (6) of this law must be complied. (4) of 1983 regarding organizing building works" Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation The engineers and inspectors of the Department who are commissioned with the control over the enforcement of the Law and its Executive Regulations shall take minutes on the control of violations under the Schedule attached to this Law The Engineering Firm and the Contractor shall to the extent that each is concerned ensure that the site is safe and free of utility lines and shall notify the Department upon commencement of the work. Boilers and Compressed gas Industrial Safety and Health regarding Personal Protective Equipment ESMA Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records ESMA Industrial Safety and Health Regulations . Boilers and Compressed gas equipment.Tanks.Clause / Article / Reference (16) of 2009 Amending certain provisions of law no. Pressure vessels.S GSO 212 : 1994 – Personal Protective Equipment ESMA Standard UAE. in accordance with the requirements set out in the implementing regulations of this Law Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments Electricity Wiring Regulations 2007 Requirements of Electricity Wiring ESMA Standard UAE. Pressure vessels.EquipmentTanks. Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Page 19 of 20 .S GSO 209 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Occupational Health and Environmental Control Ministry Electricity Water of and Requirements of Electricity Wiring Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records ESMA Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Occupational Health and Environmental Control ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 215 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations Equipment. S GSO 217 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment Scaffolding ESMA Standard UAE. Page 20 of 20 .Welding.S GSO 220 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations Welding. Cutting and Brazing ESMA Standard UAE.Clause / Article / Reference equipment. The document may only be used for the purposes for which it was intended. Cutting and Brazing ESMA Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Building and Construction ESMA Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records © Department of Municipal Affairs 2012 This document is and shall remain the property of the Building & Construction Sector. Unauthorised use or reproduction of this document is prohibited. ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 221 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Building and Construction Competent Authority Requirement / Obligation Area of Applicability Licenses / Compliance Records Required Comments Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment Scaffolding ESMA Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees EHSMS Documentation & Records Industrial Safety and Health Regulations .