Engineering Controls
This is the preferred method of control, as it provides the highest degree of worker protection. It involves the removal of a hazardous task, tool, machine, substance or process. Engineering controls can eliminate or control the hazard at the source. It also reduces the probability of a hazardous event under certain circumstances. Alpine ensures that engineering controls are considered as the first and best solution to eliminate or control hazards. Engineering controls will be used wherever practicable in the control of hazards identified in our workplace. Refer to the Alpine hazard registry for a detailed list of applicable engineering controls for our operations.
Engineering controls could involve substituting for a less …show more content…
The further the barrier from the worker, the further the hazard is kept away
Absorption: using engineering controls that can absorb the hazard such as baffles that block or absorb noise
Administrative Controls
This involves the control of the hazard along the path (between the hazard and workers). When engineering controls are not possible or reasonably practicable, administrative controls are the next best solution. Here focus is on the employee exposure and behaviour.
Administrative controls include: safe work procedures, safe work permits, access restriction, policies, training, planning, communication, job rotation, housekeeping, preventative maintenance, inspections, code of practices, safety programs.
Code of practices that meet the requirements of the Alberta OH&S Code and provide direction to those who may potentially be exposed to hazards have been identified as required for Alpine’s operations:
1. Confined Space Entry Code of Practice
2. Asbestos Code of Practice
3. Respiratory Protective Equipment Code of Practice
4. Critical Lifting Code of …show more content…
It involves the control of the hazard at the worker. This is because they protect the worker from injury but do not prevent the incident from occurring. Alpine Management will identify positions and tasks where PPE is mandatory and where it is optional, this will be documented in the PPE matrix (PPEM01) document.
Refer to the specialized PPE program (SPPE 01) for requirements of specialized PPE. General PPE used on our sites or on customer sites will meet the following basic standards:
Foot Protection: CSA/ANSI approved footwear.
Hand Protection: Well-fitting gloves suitable for the job being done. Examples include but are not limited to cut proof gloves, rubber or latex gloves, and insulated gloves
The appropriate type of chemical gloves will be used when working with any hazardous substance in accordance with product MSDS.
Head Protection: CSA/ANSI Standard Hard Hat.
Hearing Protection
Hearing protection that is appropriate to the task being done, exposure levels and duration of exposure.
Workers will observe the hearing protection signage at the entrance of work areas on our
This is the preferred method of control, as it provides the highest degree of worker protection. It involves the removal of a hazardous task, tool, machine, substance or process. Engineering controls can eliminate or control the hazard at the source. It also reduces the probability of a hazardous event under certain circumstances. Alpine ensures that engineering controls are considered as the first and best solution to eliminate or control hazards. Engineering controls will be used wherever practicable in the control of hazards identified in our workplace. Refer to the Alpine hazard registry for a detailed list of applicable engineering controls for our operations.
Engineering controls could involve substituting for a less …show more content…
The further the barrier from the worker, the further the hazard is kept away
Absorption: using engineering controls that can absorb the hazard such as baffles that block or absorb noise
Administrative Controls
This involves the control of the hazard along the path (between the hazard and workers). When engineering controls are not possible or reasonably practicable, administrative controls are the next best solution. Here focus is on the employee exposure and behaviour.
Administrative controls include: safe work procedures, safe work permits, access restriction, policies, training, planning, communication, job rotation, housekeeping, preventative maintenance, inspections, code of practices, safety programs.
Code of practices that meet the requirements of the Alberta OH&S Code and provide direction to those who may potentially be exposed to hazards have been identified as required for Alpine’s operations:
1. Confined Space Entry Code of Practice
2. Asbestos Code of Practice
3. Respiratory Protective Equipment Code of Practice
4. Critical Lifting Code of …show more content…
It involves the control of the hazard at the worker. This is because they protect the worker from injury but do not prevent the incident from occurring. Alpine Management will identify positions and tasks where PPE is mandatory and where it is optional, this will be documented in the PPE matrix (PPEM01) document.
Refer to the specialized PPE program (SPPE 01) for requirements of specialized PPE. General PPE used on our sites or on customer sites will meet the following basic standards:
Foot Protection: CSA/ANSI approved footwear.
Hand Protection: Well-fitting gloves suitable for the job being done. Examples include but are not limited to cut proof gloves, rubber or latex gloves, and insulated gloves
The appropriate type of chemical gloves will be used when working with any hazardous substance in accordance with product MSDS.
Head Protection: CSA/ANSI Standard Hard Hat.
Hearing Protection
Hearing protection that is appropriate to the task being done, exposure levels and duration of exposure.
Workers will observe the hearing protection signage at the entrance of work areas on our