Peel Ports Group - Golden Life Saving Rules

Summary

In this video, Chris Ingram, Group EHS Director at Peelports, emphasizes the company's commitment to health and safety. He introduces the golden life-saving rules and core behaviors expected from all workers on-site. These include pedestrian segregation, working at height safely, using protective gear like seat belts and life jackets, and complying with the company's alcohol and drug policies. Chris invites viewers to commit to these behaviors to ensure a safe working environment and continue the journey towards zero harm, stressing the importance of going home safely every day.

Takeaways

• 😀 Health and safety is the number one priority at Peelports, and all workers are expected to prioritize it as well.
• 😀 Workers will be introduced to the golden life-saving rules and core behaviors through a short animation.
• 😀 It is essential for workers to understand and commit to following the golden life-saving rules at all times when on-site.
• 😀 Pedestrian segregation and separation requirements must always be followed for safety.
• 😀 Workers should always maintain three points of contact when working at height to ensure stability and safety.
• 😀 Never work at height without a suitable risk assessment and fall protection in place.
• 😀 Do not stand or pass under a moving or suspended load to avoid injury.
• 😀 Always wear a seatbelt and obey site rules while driving on the premises.
• 😀 A life jacket must be worn when working within 1.5 meters of an unguarded water edge.
• 😀 Never breach the company's alcohol and drugs policy, maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
• 😀 Comply with all permit-to-work and safe system of work requirements to ensure operational safety.
• 😀 Take responsibility for environmental impacts by reporting spillages and ensuring safe work practices.
• 😀 Never defeat interlocks and safety devices, as they are crucial for maintaining a safe working environment.
• 😀 Peelports is committed to zero harm, and your commitment to safety helps us work toward that goal.
• 😀 By signing the health and safety commitment, everyone contributes to the mission of going home safe every day.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of Peelports as stated in the video?

Peelports' primary focus is health and safety, ensuring that everyone follows the core behaviors and golden life-saving rules to maintain a safe working environment.

What are the golden life-saving rules at Peelports?

The golden life-saving rules include requirements like maintaining pedestrian segregation, ensuring proper fall protection at height, not standing under moving loads, wearing seat belts, following safety policies, and more.

Why is pedestrian segregation and separation important?

Pedestrian segregation and separation are important to protect workers from potential accidents with moving vehicles or machinery, reducing the risk of injury.

What does the rule about working at height entail?

When working at height, employees must maintain three points of contact and ensure they have a suitable risk assessment and fall protection in place before beginning work.

Why should workers never stand or pass under a moving or suspended load?

Standing or passing under a moving or suspended load is dangerous because it poses a risk of serious injury if the load were to fall or shift unexpectedly.

What are the requirements when driving on Peelports sites?

When driving on Peelports sites, workers must always wear a seatbelt and follow the site's specific rules to ensure safety while operating vehicles.

What is the safety protocol near unguarded water's edge?

Employees must always wear a life jacket when working within 1.5 meters of an unguarded water's edge to prevent drowning in case of an accident.

What does Peelports' alcohol and drugs policy involve?

Peelports' alcohol and drugs policy strictly prohibits the use of alcohol and drugs while working, ensuring that all employees are fit for work and can perform their tasks safely.

What is the importance of complying with permit to work and safe systems of work?

Complying with permit to work and safe systems of work ensures that all tasks are properly assessed for risks, and safety protocols are in place to protect workers from hazards.

What does Peelports expect regarding environmental impacts and spillages?

Peelports expects all employees to work responsibly by reporting spillages or environmental impacts to ensure that the site remains safe and compliant with environmental regulations.