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3 , SIMPlot SAFETY RULES FOR SUPPLIERS ON SIMPLOT PREMISES 1. INTRODUCTION In the Interest of brevity,the following definitions will be used throughout this booklet* BUYER -J.R. Simplot Company (Simplot) SELLER -Any corporation, partnership, individual,joint venture, firm or company that performs work on J.R Simplot's premises. This directive sets forth the safety rules and procedures which must be followed by the Seller.Sellers are also responsible for providing their subcontractors with a copy of this directive and seeing that such subcontractors comply with these rules and procedures. Sellers engaged in construction or services for the Buyer are fully responsible for the safe performance of all work for which they are contractually committed, whether done by themselves or by their subcontractors THE SELLER MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE PRO- TECTION FOR THE HEALTH AND LIFE OF THE BUYER'S EMPLOYEES AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC,AS WELL AS FOR HIS OWN PERSONNEL. HE MUST COMPLY WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF THE LATEST LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS. Some of the safety rules which are Ilsted In this directive are similar to local,state and federal regulations,but are repeated for emphasis. Others are required because of the special nature of the Buyer's equipment, and have evolved from many years of experience. Naturally,the safety rules given here cannot cover every eventuality. It is expected,therefore,that the seller will exercise good judge- ment In all safety matters, even though not specifically mentioned. It Is further required that the Seller work closely with the Buyer's Representative In resolving all safety problems. 2. PURPOSE The primary purpose of this directive Is to eliminate personnel Injury and equipment damage by preventing accidents. Unauthorized personnel shall be kept off the premises to eliminate undue congestion and prevent the possibility of their being Involved in an accident. Any admittance of union representative or governmental agencies must have prior approval of the Buyer. 9. GENERAL SAFETY REOUIREMENTS (1) The Seller must follow the safe practice procedures for all work performed.He will be expected to operate within the regulations at all times and take the necessary steps to eliminate unsafe working conditions. (2) The Seller shall comply with all state, local and public safety codes,laws or ordinances pertaining to the work being performed. (3) BEFORE STARTING THE WORK SPECIFIED IN A CONTRACT, THE SELLER SHALL MEET WITH THE BUYER'S REPRE- SENTATIVE FOR A BRIEFING ON THE BUYER'S SAFETY STANDARDS FOR THE PARTICULAR JOB (4) The Seller shall report all injuries sustained by his personnel during the contract period to his Insurance carrier,Two(2)copies of this report shall also be sent to the Buyer. Reports of all accidents shall be submitted in writing within twenty-four hours. (5) As required by Workmen's Compensation laws, the Seller must have the required insurance Coverage and Is responsible for reporting his employee's occupational injuries to the proper authorities.The Seller shall not release any accident Information to the press. All Inquiries on accidents should be referred to the Buyer for handling. (6) Instructions (printed or typewritten) are to be strategically posted by the Seller on the procedure to be followed In obtaining emergency help, e.g , doctor, ambulance, fire department. and police. (7) Suitable hard hats must be worn at all times by all personnel working at or visting the job site.Hard hats for the Seller's personnel shall be supplied by the Seller. (8) Safety glasses suitable for the work being done must be worn by personnel working at or visiting the Job site. (9) The wearing of safely shoes by all personnel working on the site shall be encouraged (10) Hearing protection will be worn when conditions warrant. (11) Smoking is permitted ONLY in areas designated by the Buyer. (12) Under no circumstances shall alcoholic beverages be permitted on the property.Persons under the Influence of alcohol or drugs must be Immediately removed from the premises Firearms are prohibited on the property. (13) The Seller shall conduct weekly safely meetings with his personnel (14) The Seller's foremen shall explain the safety requirements of the job to each of the men for whom he is responsible.They shall emphasize the job safety requirements at all times. (15) The Seller and subcontractor shall Immediately correct any unsafe working condition which may arise. (16) Special written approval of Buyer's representative is required before work of the following types is performed.A permit must be obtained and approved by Seller's representative. (a) Where there is a possibility of oxygen enriched or oxygen deficient atmospheres:acceptable limits are 20 to 22 percent oxygen. (b) Where toxic agents are used or are present, (c) Pressure testing. (d) Work Inside vessels or other enclosures or pits. (e) Work on electrical c!rcults over 110V. (f) Torch work on equipment where flammable gases or liquids could be Involved. (g) In areas or on equipment and on pipe lines which contain hazardous materials. (17) Suitable and appropriate clothing must be worn while engaged in legitimate company business within the plant perimeters.Short sleeved shirts are permissible with shoes and full length trousers.Tank tops,tennis shoes,open toed shoes,shorts,and no shirts worn are not In compliance with the company safety policy Appropriate protective clothing must be worn when working with hazardous materials or other operations which could cause injury to the lungs, skin. eyes or other body parts. (18) While work is being performed inside a confined space,at least one designated person shall be immediately available to secureor render assistance in case of an emergency. 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