Occupational Health and Safety Management Framework Abu Dhabi An Overview of Requirements

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1 Occupational Health and Safety Management Framework Abu Dhabi An Overview of Requirements John Ewing Chartered Health and Safety Professional

2 Agenda OSHAD an Introduction AD EHSMS RF Brief overview of requirements Qudorat professional registration

3 OSHAD Occupational Safety and Health Abu Dhabi (OSHAD) Established in February 2010 first known as the Abu Dhabi EHS Center Competent authority for OHS in Abu Dhabi Emirate Supervises the implementation of Abu Dhabi Emirate Environment, Health and Safety Management System (AD EHSMS). OSHAD delegated Government authorities (named as Sector Regulatory Authorities) to oversee implementation of AD EHSMS in the private sector International Cooperation & Collaboration

4 OSHAD Key Milestones 2013/ OSH M.E Conference and Exhibition Launch of Arabic version of AD EHSMS RF OSH world day for Safety and Health Launch of the second version of the AD EHSMS RF. Signature of agreements with international association s: IOSH ASSE WSA Launch of the first awareness campaign under the slogans Hand in Hand for You and Make the Difference Approval of the establishment of AD EHS Center Issuance of sector EHSMS and the initiation of entity registration Release of the AD EHSMS RF and its publication on AD EHS Center Website Issuance of Decree 42 \ 2009 concerning the implementation of AD EHSMS Formation of the Higher Committee to supervise AD EHSMS development Approval of AD EHS Policy by the Executive Council OSHAD Website Updated Launch of Qudorat Publish the first annual report for 2010 about the AD EHSMS and publication of a periodical newsletter Launch of the AD EHSMS Regulatory Framework during the National Symposium held in Feb 2008

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6 OSHAD - Video

7 AD EHSMS RF World s first management system approach to regulating Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace. First Released in February 2009 Updated in March 2012 to V2 Risk based approach, requires those who create risk to manage and reduce the risk. Incorporates the requirements of OSHAS and other international standards.

8 AD EHSMS Distinctive Features Regulatory Integration of EHS Capacity Building Promote & Reward Self Regulations Communication & Consultation Cultural Change Incorporate Int. Standards but Standalone Performance based System Partnership between Govt. & Private Entities

9 Administrative Structure Competent Authority OSHAD Sector Regulatory Authorities Government Entities Energy ADWEA Transport DOT Tourism & Culture TCA-AD Construction DMA Industry IDB Education ADEC Health HAAD Waste CWM-AD Food ADFCA Commercial DMA Wastewater RSB Entities

10 AD EHSMS Structure AD EHSMS (Mandatory Management System Requirements) Elements EHS Regulatory Instruments (Mandatory Process and Technical Requirements) Standards Codes of Practice Mechanisms Guidelines (Non-Mandatory Technical Guidance / Advice) Technical Guidelines AD EHSMS Guidance Documents

11 AD EHSMS Elements Element 01: Roles, Responsibilities and Self Regulation Element 02: Risk Management Element 03: Management of Contractors Element 04 Consultation and Communication Element 05: Training and Competency Element 06: Emergency Response and Management Element 07: Monitoring, Investigation and Reporting Element 08: Audit and Inspection Element 09: Compliance and Management Review

12 AD EHSMS Mechanisms 1. Integration of EHS Requirements in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi 2. Concerned Sector EHS Requirements 3. Identify, Nominate and Register Entities 4. EHSMS Submission, Review and Approval 5. Requirements for Low Risk Entities 6. OHS Performance and Incident Reporting 7. AD OHS Professional Entity Registration 8. AD OHS Practitioner Registration 9. Notification of Principal Contractor for Construction Work 10. Request to update AD EHSMS RF and Associated Documents 11. OHS Incident Investigations 12. Notification Requirements for EHSMS Awareness Activities

13 AD EHSMS Codes of Practice 1.0 Hazardous Materials 1.1 Management of Asbestos Containing Materials 1.2 Lead Exposure Management 2.0 Personal Protective Equipment 3.0 Occupational Noise 3.1 Vibration 4.0 First Aid and Medical Treatment 5.0 Medical Surveillance (Including Medical Records) 6.0 Emergency Management Requirements 7.0 Fire Prevention, Planning and Control 8.0 General Workplace Amenities 9.0 Workplace Wellness 9.1 Expectant Mothers 9.2 Managing Work-Related Stress 10.0 Rehabilitation / Return to Work 11.0 Safety in the Heat 12.0 Prevention and Control of Legionnaires Disease 13.0 Workplace Bullying and Violence - TBD 14.0 Manual Handling and Ergonomics 14.1 Manual Tasks Involving the Handling of People 15.0 Electrical Safety 15.1 Electrical Safety on Construction Sites - TBD 15.2 Temporary Electrical Systems - TBD 15.3 Competency Requirements for Working with Electrical Systems - TBD 16.0 Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) - TBD 17.0 Safety Signage and Signals 18.0 Worker Camps and other Employer Supplied Accommodation 19.0 Occupational Food Handling and Food Preparation Areas 20.0 Safety in Design 21.0 Permit to Work Systems 22.0 Barricading of Hazards 23.0 Working at Heights 24.0 Lock-out / Tag-out (Isolation) 25.0 Transport Safety - TBD 26.0 Scaffolding 27.0 Confined Spaces 28.0 Hot Work Operations (Welding and Cutting) 29.0 Excavation 30.0 Lone Work and/or in Remote Locations 31.0 Working In, Over or Adjacent to Water 32.0 Watercraft and Dredging Equipment - TBD 33.0 Working On, or Adjacent to a Road 34.0 Safe Use of Lifting Equipment and Lifting Accessories 35.0 Portable Power Tools 36.0 Plant and Equipment 37.0 Ladders 38.0 Concrete Placing Equipment 39.0 Overhead and Underground Services 40.0 Falsework / Formwork 41.0 Steel Erection 42.0 Tilt-Up and Pre-Cast Construction 43.0 Temporary Structures (Office Buildings, Tents, etc) 44.0 Traffic Management and Logistics 45.0 Underwater Activities 46.0 Underground Construction (Tunnels, Cofferdams, Piling, etc) 47.0 Machine Guarding 48.0 Spray Painting 49.0 Compressed Gases and Air 50.0 Abrasive Blasting and associated Protective Coating Work 51.0 Powered ForkTrucks 52.0 Local Exhaust Ventilation 53.0 EHS Management During "Construction Work" 53.1 EHS-CMP 54.0 Waste Management 55.0 Environmental Management

14 AD EHSMS Guidance Documents Technical Guidelines In support of mandatory requirements EHSMS Guidance Documents Indoor Air Quality Management Management of Contractors Manual Handling and Ergonomics Manual Tasks Involving the Handling of People Process of Risk Management Safe Removal of Asbestos Containing Materials Safe Work in Confined Spaces Safety in the Heat Training and Competency Communication and Consultation Audit and Inspection EHS Incident Investigations EHS Roles, Responsibilities and Structures Key Performance Indicators Self-Regulation and the AD EHS Guiding Principles

15 EHSMS Development Entity nominated by concerned SRA Form A Timescales to develop based on risk Developed EHSMS submitted Form C EHSMS Approved by SRA Approval Certificate EHSMS Implementation starts within one month Performance & Incident reporting to the SRA Form G & Form E Annual 3 rd Party Audit Form F

16 AD EHSMS Specific health & wellbeing requirements AD EHSMS already has a wide range of mandatory requirements related to Occupational health and Wellbeing All employers within the emirate should already be implementing a number of programs aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of their staff Developed in coordination with HAAD and other stakeholders

17 AD EHSMS Specific health & wellbeing requirements AD EHSMS RF Element 9 Compliance and Management Review Requires all entities to develop a policy that includes a commitment to enhancing employee health and wellbeing. Has led to the introduction of a number of programs

18 AD EHSMS Specific health & wellbeing requirements AD EHS RI 3.0 Occupational Noise sets out the minimum requirements for entities when developing noise protection programs. Sets maximum noise exposure levels. AD EHS RI 5.0 Medical Surveillance (inc medical records) - This CoP identifies specific requirements for occupational health screening/fitness to work and medical surveillance Schedule A & B identify mandatory requirements in relation to roles and also chemical exposure Requires all employers to identify possible exposure

19 AD EHSMS Specific health & wellbeing requirements AD EHS RI 9.0 Workplace Wellness sets out mandatory requirements for all employers to identify common health factors, develop workplace health promotion programs and improve the health and wellbeing of workers Mandatory for employers to have a Workplace Health Promotion Program which includes as a minimum: provision of access to stress management activities; provision of access to physical activity options; provision of access to healthy food choices; and provision of smoke free environment.

20 AD EHSMS Specific health & wellbeing requirements AD EHS RI 9.1 Expectant Mothers requirement to undertake risk assessment and develop specific procedures for expectant mothers whilst at work AD EHS RI 9.2 Managing Work-Related Stress identifies common factors and procedures that employers will utilize to identify and manage work related stress. AD EHS RI 10.0 Rehabilitation / Return to Work requires employers to have a documented rehabilitation and return to work program Specific coordinator to oversee Provides a managed return to work for staff following injury or illness

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22 QUDORAT Is a mandatory registration program for entities and individuals working within the OHS field. Forms part of the Abu Dhabi Govt. vision Builds on the same principles as the widely accepted international registration schemes and tailored to AD EHSMS specific requirements Full online registration and approval process. All documentation uploaded through the website. Support function in place registration@oshad.ae

23 QUDORAT An Overview AD OHS Registration Scheme AD OHS Professional Entity *AD OHS Practitioner Consultancy Offices Training Providers Certification Bodies Generalists Auditors Technical Specialists Governed by the Mechanism 7.0 of AD EHSMS RF Governed by the Mechanism 8.0 of AD EHSMS RF * It is mandatory to attend and pass a 2 days Abu Dhabi Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner Course.

24 Why Register at Qudorat? Qudorat Registration is mandatory for OHS Consultancy Services/ Certification Bodies. Linked with DED Trade License Process; Provides Good Business Opportunities (SRAs enforcing Registration); Avoid Non-Compliance leading to Rejection of Entity s Work (EHSMS / Auditing) Ensure Quality (Practitioners Registration & Performance Reviews) Registration of Entity's Staff (OHS Practitioners) (Mechanism 8.0) 24

25 QUDORAT Professional Entities Registration Criteria (Mechanism 7.0) Shall meet defined manpower and project experience requirements along with quality standards for delivery of OHS services OHS Practitioners Registration Criteria (Mechanism 8.0) Shall meet a set of professional qualification and experience requirements. OHS Qualification with associated OHS experience OR Int. OHS Membership (IOSH, CSP, etc.) Auditors Mandatory membership with Int. Registration Bodies (IRCA, RABQSA etc.) Required to attend Abu Dhabi EHSMS training (2 days) Awarded grades based on their qualifications and experience and / or international memberships and certifications

26 QUDORAT - Benefits Improve the standard and quality of OHS Practice. Public confidence about Qualification / Competency (Certificates & Cards) Market competition Consultancy Services Quality of Work (Grades); Encourages learning and training (Grades); Provide a Professional Development Path (CPD); Code of Conduct Practitioners & Entities Register of Approved Professional Entities & Practitioners (Portal)

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