Date: 22nd August 2023

TO WHOMSOEVER IT MAY CONCERN

This is to be clarifying that onsite safety communication to employees as per clause number 3.10.

In this communication we do the TBT before start work, safety meetings on daily basis after work.

Also we make safety awareness through Dashboard on site and also we do awareness by using Whatsapp
group.

For DeGATECH Engineering Solutions India Pvt Ltd

Authorized Signatory
 SAFETY TOOL BOX TALK
A. EXCAVATIONS:

1. Before digging, check for services, water, gas, electric, fiber optics. Are they live or dead?
2. Excavations must be supported or battered back where necessary to prevent collapse.
3. Use ladders to access, do not climb support structures.
4. Prevent workers from falling into excavations more than 2m deep by fitting rigid barriers.
5. All excavations in public place, regardless of depth, / should be provided with substantial barriers.
6. Protect starter bar ends so as to prevent puncture injuries in excavations should persons fall in.
7. Keep soil heaps back at least 1.Om from excavation edge.
8. Stop blocks to be fitted when tipping into excavation to prevent vehicles from falling in.
9. Wear your helmet at all times
10. Do not jump across excavations, use a bridge or walk around.
11. Never remove or alter any supports or braces.
12. Do not drive vehicles or plant alongside of excavations.
13. Make sure excavations do not undermine the footings of scaffolds or the foundations of nearby
buildings or walls.

B. SCAFFOLDINGS:
1. Do not remove or interfere with ties, guardrails, bracing, toe boards and ladders.
2. Report scaffold defects to a supervisor.
3. Use the provided ladder access or stairs.
4. Do not build make-shift platforms.
5. Ensure you know the loading capacity of the scaffold in which you are working on and do not
exceed this under any circumstances.
6. When stacking materials, always leave a passageway of at least two boards video People to pass.
7. Ensure materials are stacked correctly and cannot fall, use brick guards required.
8. Do not leave tools or materials lying about on the platform.

C. PREVENTION OF FALLS:

The law states, any place from which a person is liable to fall 2m or more shall be fitted with edge
protection or other suitable barriers. If these are not practicable or for short duration work, other means
such as fall arrest devices can be used.

1. Choose a safe method of getting to and from the work area.

2. Ensure work platforms have double guardrail and toe board or other barriers.
3. Only use ladders as workplaces for short duration work and then only if it is safe to do so.
4. Boatswain's chairs/seats should only be used for light, short term work where not practicable to
provide a working platform.
5. Use harnesses and lines to prevent falls as a last resort
D. SLINGER/SIGNALLER

D.1. Slinger:

1. Wear helmet, safety footwear, gloves and High Visibility vest.

2. Only use tested and correctly marked lifting gear.
3. Ensure all parts of the load are secure, and crane hook positioned centrally over the load.
4. Use packing, if necessary, to prevent damage to equipment.
5. Do not shorten chains by tying knots in them.

D.2. Signaler:

1. Stand where the load and driver are clearly visible during the complete lift.
2. Ensure no-one is in the path of the load.
3. Never let the crane encroach near to overhead lines.
4. Use clear and distinct signals.
5. Be clear identifiable to the driver.

E. CONFINED SPACES:

1. Do not enter a confined space until a full assessment is made by a competent person.
2. If breathing apparatus is required, do not enter confined space until you are trained to use it.
3. Obey permits at all times.
4. If you suffer from any medical conditions that may eject your safety, you must not enter a confined
space.
5. Check communications and monitoring equipment.
6. If a confined space is classed as hazardous, there must be an 'observer on the outside who knows what
to do in an emergency.
7. Wear protective equipment provided.
8. Ensure recovery apparatus is working.
9. Do not attempt a rescue without first raising the alarm and wearing breathing apparatus.
10. No naked flames in vicinity of confined space.
11. Observe good hygiene in confined spaces.

F. PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS:

1. Check that the supply and the tool are both of suitable range with the appropriate plug and socket.
2. Before using a portable electric tool check to see it is properly earthed, unless it is an approved type
that does not require earthing.
3. Before using an electric tool, make sure that the casing is undamaged. If it is damaged, do not use the
tool.
4. Make sure that all cables, plugs or connectors are sound and properly wired up.
5. Ensure that switches are working smoothly and freely before connecting to the supply.
6. Make sure that the power cable is long enough to reach your working place without straining it.
7. Keep power cables off the floor. They may get damaged or cause a trip hazard.
 8. Never stand on a damp or wet surface when using electrical equipment, and keep equipment clean and
dry.
9. Portable electric tools should only be used for their designed purpose.
10. Never connect a portable electric tool to lighting socket.
11. Never use worn, blunt or damaged bits or other accessories.
12. Disconnect tools when not in use.
13. Electrical power tools should be regularly inspected and maintained by a competent electrician.
14. Wear eye protection even when drilling downwards.

G. ELECTRIC ARC WELDING:

1. Make sure that your shield, helmet or goggles contain the correct glasses.
2. Wear adequate protective clothing including leather gauntlet gloves and clear goggles for chipping.
3. When necessary, use screens to protect neighboring workers and passers-by from the arc.
4. Ensure that cables and connections are in good condition and firmly attached.
5. Make certain that the welding equipment bench or work piece is properly earthed.
6. Check that the electrode holder is fully insulated and always place it in an unearthed surface when not
in use.
7. Stand on an insulated mat when the ground is damp.
8. Arrange good ventilation in the welding area, but do not use oxygen to ventilate confined spaces.
9. Avoid welding near flammable materials.
10. Never weld enclosed vessels, drums or tanks which have contained flammable materials unless they
have been purged by steaming or boiling, or filled with inert gas, and tested and certified safe to work
on.
11. Do not weld inside enclosed vessels unless precautions have been taken for your safety.
12. Keep trailing welding cables clear of roads and walkways. Secure to overhead fixtures where possible.

H. LADDERS:

1. Varnish to protect a ladder to prevent it from environmental effects.

2. Never use an unsound ladder.
3. Be sure the ladder is set on a firm level base.
4. Ladders longer than 3m in length should be secured or footed when this is not practical.
5. Make certain the ladder reaches a sufficient height above landing platform, unless an alternative hand
Hold is provided.
6. The correct pitch of a ladder is If-t (300mm) out at the base for every 4t (1.21 Om) vertical height.
7. Use the right length ladder for the job. Never lash two short ladders to make a longer one.
8. Do not carry loads on ladders use a hoist line.
9. Do not lean sideways from a ladder - it is safer to move the ladder.
10. Face the ladder when climbing or descending.
11. Beware of wet, greasy or icy rungs.
12. Inspect ladders before use and regularly when stored.
13. Work should only be carried out from a ladder when the job is of short duration and can be carried out
safely.
I. HAND TOOLS:

1. Always use the correct tool for the job.

2. See that every file has a handle.
3. Chisels and punches should be ground to prevent mushrooming.
4. Keep hammer heads tightly wedged on their shafts.
5. Renew wooden handles that are split.
6. Keep the edges of cutting tools sharp.
7. Hands behind the cutting edges when working.
8. Do not use screwdrivers on work held in the hand.
9. Keep tools in boxes or racks when not in use.
10. Protect sharp edges of tools that are to be stored or carried.
11. Scrap tools that are worn or damaged beyond repair.
12. Use the right size of spanner to fit the nut.

J. ELECTRICAL SERVICES:

Underground Cables

1. Before digging, check plans and use cable locating devices.

2. Assume all cables are live, unless your supervisor tells you they are dead Hands dig trial holes to expose
cables.
3. When exposed, protect cable from damage and support it.
4. Put warning tape on exposed live cables. If cable is accidentally damaged, keep all persons clear until
local Electricity Company has inspected it.

Overhead Power Lines

1. Treat all overhead lines as live. Do not assume that they are only telephone wires 2. Ensure you know
the maximum clearance distances specified by the Electricity Company, and any other special
precautions.
2. Do not bypass goal posts, barriers or other warnings.
3. Check your route is clear of overhead power lines prior to moving any materials likely to come into
contact with lines.

K. WELDING:

1. Use goggles, face shields or helmet with dark lenses.

2. Open cylinder valve slowly. Close valve when not in use.
3. Before commencing Welding ensure all rubbish is removed.
4. When welding near flammable materials, beware of flying sparks and hot slag.
5. Keeps fire extinguishing equipment available and check area before leaving.
6. Do not attempt to weld in enclosed vessels or tanks until safety precautions have been taken.
7. Do not use gas cylinders as work supports.
8. Do not leave torch in enclosed vessels when not in use.
9. Do not weld material degreased with solvents unless it is absolutely dry.
10. Do not allow any source of heat to reach cylinders.
 11. Do not weld galvanized or coated metals without taking proper precautions against fumes.
12. Use screens to protect other personnel.
13. Keep hose lines clear of traffic lanes.

L. COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS:

1. Treat every cylinder as full and handle carefully.

2. Always use a carrier and secure the cylinder into it.
3. Always secure acetylene cylinders in an upright positron, both in use and in storage.
4. Store all cylinders so that they cannot fall or roll.
5. Keep them away from sun, artificial heat, flammable materials, corrosive chemicals and fumes.
6. Avoid damage to valves and fittings. Do not use then for lifting or carrying.
7. Keep valves and fittings of oxygen cylinders free from oil and grease.
8. Do not use cylinders as rollers for moving equipment.
9. Open cylinder valves slowly, and close sufficiently to shut off gas - never use force.
10. Always lift cylinders from trucks do not drop or slide them.
11. Keep hose lines clear of traffic lanes.
12. In case of fire, call fire brigade first then cool cylinders. With water spray if safe to do so.
13. Always operate within the control or permit system applicable.
14. Do not use L.P.G. or oxygen cylinders without flashback arrestors.

M. MANUAL HANDLING:

1. Where possible, gloves should be worn to protect against cuts, scratches or punctures.
2. safety boots or shoes to protect toes from falling
3. Ensure you know the approximate weight of the load before lifting 4. Do not attempt to lift alone any
load that is too heavy, too large or awkward.
4. See that there are no obstructions in the direction you will be going.
5. Take up position, feet hip width apart, one foot slightly advanced pointing in direction it is intended to
move.
6. Bend the knees; back muscles should be relaxed.
7. Get a secure grip of the load. Lift, keeping the back straight, arms close to body, leg muscles taking the
strain.
8. Step off in direction advanced foot is pointing, load held close to body.
9. Do not carry a load which obscures the vision.
10. When lifting to a height from the floor do it in two stages.
11. Avoid twisting the trunk whilst lifting or carrying a load.