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    Abu Dhabi

    Environment, Health and Safety

    Management System

    AD EHSMS RF V2.0 of 2012

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    TheADEHSMSConcept

    TheADEHSManagementSystem

    is

    an

    integrated

    managementtoolthatcoverstheenvironmental,Safetyandoccupational

    healthaspectsof

    workplaces

    Throughcommitmenttosystem

    implementation,

    anyentitycanmanageallitsrelevantaspects

    withhighefficiency,thusreducingthenegative

    impactsof

    its

    activities

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    Scope

    OccupationalHealthandSafety

    Toensureemployeessafetyandthepromotionand

    maintenanceof

    the

    highest

    degreeofphysical,mentalandsocialwellbeingofworkersby

    preventingillhealth,controllingrisksandthe

    adaptationofworktopeople,and

    people

    to

    their

    jobs.

    EnvironmentalImpacts

    ResultingfromtheWorkplace

    Toensurethattheseimpactsarereducedand

    managed,at

    the

    individual

    entitylevel,toensuretheworkplaceishealthyandsafeandtoprotectand

    conservetheenvironmentasawholeforthebenefitof

    the

    Emirate

    of

    Abu

    Dhabianditsinhabitants.

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    AchievethevisionofAbuDhabi

    Governmentfor

    providing

    safe

    and

    healthy workplaces,andconsequently

    forprotectingthesafetyandhealthofall

    citizensandresidents,througheffective

    partnershipsamongallconcerned

    stakeholders,andbypushingfor

    continualimprovementinthe

    managementofworkplaceEHSaspects

    Ensurecompliance

    with

    relevant

    laws

    andregulationsthatareapplicableatthe

    Emiratelevelandencouragecontinual

    improvementinthemanagementofEHS

    issues,toachievebestoutcomesin

    supportof theeconomicandsocial

    developmentofAbuDhabiEmirate

    Guaranteetheintegrationof relevant

    regulatoryrequirements,toavoid

    duplicationandensurealignmentwith

    internationalstandards

    Goals

    ADEHSMSGoalsADEHSMSGoals

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    Compliance

    Nomination:

    Anentity

    officially

    nominatedbya

    concernedSRAshall

    complywithall

    requirementsofthe

    AD

    EHSMS

    RF,

    includingdevelopinga

    fullycompliantEHSMS

    andgainingapproval

    fromtheconcerned

    SRA.

    Notification

    as

    a

    Low

    Risk

    Entity:

    Anentity

    that

    officially

    notifiedtodoso,shallcomply

    withtherequirementsofAD

    EHS

    RI

    Mechanism

    5.0

    EHS

    Requirements

    for

    Low

    Risk

    Entitiesand

    the

    technical

    requirementsofrelevant

    RegulatoryInstruments(Codes

    ofPractice,Mechanismsand

    Standards).

    All

    other

    Entities

    Allother

    entities

    operatingwithinthe

    EmirateofAbuDhabi

    whoarenotyet

    nominatedornotified

    by

    a

    concerned

    SRA

    shallstrivetocomply

    withtherequirements

    ADEHSMSRF.

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    AD EHSMS Regulatory Framework

    Version 2.0

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    RegulatoryFramework

    Introduction

    Foreword

    GeneralEHSPolicy

    Decree42of2009

    ADEHSMSRFManual

    Glossaryof

    Terms

    Elements

    Roles,ResponsibilitiesandSelfRegulation

    RiskManagement

    ManagementofContractors

    ConsultationandCommunication

    TrainingandCompetency

    EmergencyResponseandManagement

    Monitoring,Investigation

    and

    Reporting

    AuditandInspection

    ComplianceandManagementReview

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    a Updated minimum management system requirements

    b No major changes to minimum requirements

    More prescriptive requirements

    c Entities submitted EHSMS must comply with all requirements

    Form C checklist of requirements

    Mandatory Management System

    Requirements Elements

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    Mandatory Management System

    Requirements Elements

    Element 01

    Integration of EHS Requirements

    in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

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    Abu Dhabi EHS Center (AD EHSMS Competent Authority)

    Sector Regulatory Authorities

    Entities (Government and Private) Employers

    Employees

    Designers of Buildings / Structures

    Designers, Manufacturers, Importers and Providers of Plant, Equipment orSubstances for Occupational Use

    EHS Responsibilities and Authorities for Developments / Projects

    Planning and Evaluation Phase

    Construction Phase Operational Phase

    Decommissioning and Demolition

    Self-Regulation

    Roles,Responsibilities andSelfRegulation

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    Mandatory Management SystemRequirements Elements

    Element 02

    Risk Management

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    Risk Management Program, including:

    defines risk management methodologies and competencies

    based on consultation with employees, contractors and other relevant stakeholders; incorporates the recognized steps of risk management

    addresses routine and non-routine activities of all persons having access to the workplace

    addresses supply chain and contractor undertakings

    address human behavior

    address plant, machinery, equipment, substances and materials at the workplace

    address the design of work areas, processes, work organization and operating procedures

    ensure documentation, recording and communication of the results of risk management activities

    Occupational Health and Safety Control Hierarchy

    Environmental Control Hierarchy

    Risk Management

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    Mandatory Management SystemRequirements Elements

    Element 03

    Management of Contractors

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    Management of Contractors Process

    Establishment of Project EHS Requirements

    Evaluation / Selection

    Contractual Agreement

    Co-ordination and Communication

    Mobilization / Work in Progress

    Monitoring Performance

    Commissioning

    Demobilization / Decommissioning

    Contract Close-Out

    Principal Contractor for Construction Work

    Management ofContractors

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    Mandatory Management SystemRequirements Elements

    Element 04

    Consultation and

    Communication

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    Communication Procedure(s), including

    internal communication throughout the various levels ofthe entity

    communication with contractors and other visitors to the

    workplace

    relevant communication with external stakeholders

    development of an annual EHS performance report, to

    be used for internal communication and management

    review purposes (external stakeholder communication /

    distribution is optional)

    ConsultationandCommunication

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    Mandatory Management SystemRequirements Elements

    Element 05

    Training and Competency

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    Training Procedure(s), including:

    identification & evaluation of EHS training needs

    providing appropriate EHS training, including:

    level of responsibility and competence

    frequency of training types of training

    literacy, numeracy, language and other learning requirements

    trainer competency and assessment activities

    training records

    refresher training requirements

    monitoring, measuring results

    TrainingandCompetency

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    EHS Competency Procedure(s) including:

    ensure that employees are competent on the basis of

    appropriate education, training and/or experience

    a process to identify and evaluate EHS competency

    requirements, including:

    relevant EHS competencies

    task-specific competences

    methods of assessing competencies

    process to record competencies

    maintaining and improving competencies

    TrainingandCompetency

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    Mandatory Management SystemRequirements Elements

    Element 06

    Emergency Management

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    Emergency Management program:

    risk-based identification & response to potential emergency situations

    specific emergency response & management roles, responsibilities & resources

    appropriate risk-based emergency response and management plan(s),

    including:

    threat-specific plan(s)

    facility specific(s)

    appropriate support / functional plans

    provision of appropriate resources (eg. human, equipment, facilities, training)

    arrangements for external stakeholder communications

    arrangement for communications with concerned SRAs and emergencyservices, if applicable

    periodic emergency response and management tests and exercises

    EmergencyManagement

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    EHS Targets and Objectives Procedure(s) including:

    ensure documented, effectively communicated EHS targets and objectives

    ensure targets and objectives, where practicable shall be measureable

    incorporates requirements of:

    the entity EHS policy

    legal requirements

    relevant Competent Authorities requirements

    AD EHSMS RF mandatory key performance indicators and Sector specific

    targets and objectives, if applicable

    sets program(s) for achieving the targets and objectives, including, the

    methods, timeframes, monitoring activities and responsibilities

    ensure targets, objectives and procedure(s) are reviewed periodically to

    ensure they remain relevant and appropriate

    Monitoring,Investigation andReporting

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    EHS Monitoring Procedure(s) including:

    monitoring of the entitys EHS targets and objectives

    monitoring the effectiveness of EHS programs and control measures proactive & reactive measures of performance

    monitoring compliance with applicable Federal Occupational Standards

    and AD EHS RI - Standards and Guideline Values

    requirements outlined in relevant AD EHS Regulatory Instruments:

    requirements outlined in SRA / Competent Authorities permits / licenses / no

    objection certificates, or equivalent

    requirements outlined in approved EHS Plans and Studies

    requirements outlined by relevant SRA / Competent Authority(s)

    description of methodologies and instruments used to monitor, including,

    calibration requirements and records

    Monitoring,Investigation andReporting

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    EHS Reporting Procedure(s) includes:

    hierarchies, timetables & responsibilities for reporting

    EHS performance & incident reporting requirements, including:

    EHS Incidents to the concerned SRA as required

    quarterly EHS performance to the concerned SRA

    annual 3rd party external audit results to the concerned SRA;

    requirements in permits / licenses / no objection certificates / equivalent

    requirements outlined in approved EHS Plans and Studies

    requirements outlined in relevant AD EHS Regulatory Instruments

    other requirements outlined by the entitys approved EHSMS

    Monitoring,Investigation andReporting

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    Mandatory Management SystemRequirements Elements

    Element 08

    Audit and Inspection

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    EHS audit and Inspection program / procedure(s)

    including:

    scope, criteria, and objectives of audits / inspections to

    be conducted

    responsibilities, competencies and resources

    program planning and implementation processes,

    including

    program monitoring and review internal and external reporting requirements

    AuditandInspection

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    Mandatory Management SystemRequirements Elements

    Element 09

    Compliance and Management

    Review

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    Integrated EHS Policy, including:

    be authorized by Top Management

    be appropriate to nature & scale of the entitys EHS risks

    include commitment to:

    prevention of injury, illness and environmental pollution

    enhancement of employee health and wellbeing;

    legal compliance

    setting, monitoring and reviewing EHS targets and objectives

    provision of appropriate EHS resources

    continual improvement

    be communicated to all relevant stakeholders

    ComplianceandManagement Review

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    Legal Compliance Procedure(s) including:

    identify and access relevant legal and other requirements(eg. Legal Register)

    ensure compliance to relevant legal and other

    requirements when developing EHSMS procedures,processes and programs

    ensure communication to relevant stakeholders of legal

    and other requirements

    be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains relevant and

    appropriate

    ComplianceandManagement Review

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    Operational program(s) / procedure(s) including:

    operations and activities that are associated with identified

    hazard(s) that require implementation of control

    measure(s) to manage risk(s)

    control measures related to supply chains (purchase of

    goods, equipment and services)

    control measures related to contactors and other visitors

    to the workplace

    stipulated operating criteria / instructions, maintenanceinstructions / integrity programs where their absence could

    lead to an increase in EHS risk(s)

    ComplianceandManagement Review

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    Document Control procedure(s), including:

    ensure documents remain legible, traceable and secure

    ensure relevant version control to prevent unintended use

    of obsolete documents

    ensure appropriate review and approval processes

    ensure a distribution process for EHS documents

    process to maintain EHS records

    process to ensure identification, storage, protectionretrieval, retention and disposal of records

    process to retain EHS documents

    ComplianceandManagement Review

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    Management of Change process, including:

    ensure that changes in organizational do not result in the inadvertent

    introduction of hazards and increased risk

    Management System Review procedure(s), including:

    ensure top management reviews the entitys EHSMS, at planned

    intervals to ensure its suitability and effectiveness, minimum of one full

    review per year

    identify key review team members

    specify clear roles and responsibilities assigned to review team

    members define the process of recording, implementing and communicating the

    results of management reviews

    define the criteria for the review

    ComplianceandManagement Review

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    RegulatoryInstruments

    Codesof

    Practice(MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystemProceduresandProcesses)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Standardsand

    GuidelineValues

    OccupationalAir

    Standardsandguideline

    valuesforoccupationalnoise

    12Mechanisms62CodesofPractice

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    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    a Define

    EHS

    Mandatory

    and

    Enforceable

    requirements

    for

    asubject

    area

    b Legally

    enacted

    by

    the

    AD

    EHSMS

    RF

    c Development

    managed

    by

    the

    AD

    EHS

    Center

    with

    coordination

    with

    subject

    matterCompetentAuthorities

    Approvedand

    Issued

    by

    the

    AD

    EHS

    Center

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    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    a Focused

    on

    the

    Occupational

    Hazards

    b Defines

    the

    level

    of

    pollutants

    that

    are

    not

    to

    be

    exceeded

    during

    agiven

    time

    in

    adefinedoccupationalenvironment

    c

    Includes

    OccupationalAir

    Quality

    OccupationalNoise

    Environment ByReferencetoEmirate/FederalRequirements

    MandatoryEHS

    Threshold

    and

    Exposure

    Limits

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    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    MandatorySystem

    implementation

    Processes

    andProcedures

    1.IntegrationofEHS

    Requirements

    intheEmirateofAbuDhabi

    2.Concerned

    SectorEHSRequirements

    3.Identify,

    NominateandRegisterEntities

    4.EHSMSSubmission,

    Reviewand

    Approval

    5.RequirementsforLowRisk

    Entities

    6.EHSMSPerformanceand

    IncidentReporting

    7.ADEHSProfessionalEntity

    Registration

    8.ADEHSPractitionerRegistration

    9.NotificationofPrincipal

    ContractorforConstructionWork

    10.RequesttoupdateADEHSMSRFandAssociated

    Documents

    11.EHSIncidentInvestigations

    12.NotificationRequirementsfor

    EHSMSAwarenessActivities

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    Mechanism 1

    Integration of EHS Requirements

    in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    AndGuidelineValues

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

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    Defines the process and procedures to manage

    the integration of EHS requirements in theADEHSMS RF

    Vital process to harmonize EHS requirements

    Designed to eliminate duplication and conflictingrequirements

    To be complied with when new or updatedrequirements identified

    IntegrationofEHSRequirements

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    Mechanism 2

    Concerned Sector EHSMS

    Requirements

    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

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    Current Sector EHSMS will be replaced

    Mandatory to useAD EHSMS RF Forms(e.g. Form G EHS Incident Report Form)

    All Technical Requirements in Regulatory

    Instruments

    SectorEHSMSRequirements

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    Mechanism 3

    Identify, Nominate and Register

    Entities

    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    AndGuidelineValues

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

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    Mechanism 4

    EHSMS Submission,

    Review and Approval

    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

    b i i i d l

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    Defines:

    Entity EHSMS Submission Process

    Review and Approval of a Developed EHSMS

    Cancellation of Approval of Entity EHSMS

    Certificate of Compliant EHSMS

    EHSMS Approval and Evaluation Standard Forms

    EHSMSSubmission,ReviewandApproval

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    Mechanism 5

    EHS Requirements for

    Low Risk Entities

    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

    EHS R i t f L Ri k E titi

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    Defines minimum EHS requirements for entities

    that have been assessed by SRA as low risk anddo not require a fully compliant EHSMS.

    Includes:

    Standard Templates / Forms (registers etc)

    Existing Federal and Emirate OHS Requirements

    Incident Reporting Requirements

    SRA must officially notify low risk entities of need

    to comply

    EHSRequirements forLowRiskEntities

    Regulatory Instruments

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    Mechanism 6

    EHSMS Performance and

    Incident Reporting

    RegulatoryInstruments

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

    EHSMS Performance and Incident

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    Defines:

    Definitions

    Types of Incidents

    Incident Notification and Reporting Performance Reporting (KPIs and 3rd Party Audit)

    3rd Party External Compliance Audits

    Mandatory Standard Forms

    EHSMSPerformanceandIncident

    Reporting

    EHSMS Performance and Incident

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    Includes:

    Schedule A - List of Reportable Dangerous Occurrences

    Schedule B - List of Reportable Serious Injuries

    Schedule C - List of Reportable Occupational Illness / Diseases Appendix A Private Entity Minimum KPI Requirements

    Appendix B Sector Minimum KPI Requirements

    Appendix C Government Entity Minimum KPI Requirements

    EHSMSPerformanceandIncident

    Reporting

    RegulatoryInstruments

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    Mechanism 7

    AD EHS Professional

    Entity Registration

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

    EHS Professional Entity Registration

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    Defines:

    Classifications of EHS Professional Entities Registration Requirements and Process

    Assessment Process Maintaining Registration

    Register of Approved Entities

    Transitional Provisions & Phased Implementation

    EHSProfessionalEntity Registration

    RegulatoryInstruments

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    Mechanism 8

    AD EHS Practitioner Registration

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

    EHS Practitioner Registration

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    Defines:

    Classifications of EHS Practitioners Registration Requirements and Process

    Assessment Process Maintaining Registration

    Register of Approved Practitioners

    Transitional Provisions & Phased Implementation

    EHSPractitioner Registration

    RegulatoryInstruments

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    Mechanism 9

    Notification of Principal

    Contractor of Construction Work

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    AndGuidelineValues

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementationProcesses and Procedures

    Notification of Principal Contractor

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    Defines:

    Principal Contractor Requirements

    Process of Notification

    Standard Forms

    NotificationofPrincipalContractor

    Notification of Principal Contractor

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    Important Definition - Construction Work includes:

    work to erect, construct, extend, alter, convert, fit-out, commission, renovate,

    repair, refurbish, disassemble, demolish and/or decommission a structure / building

    / service infrastructure, or part of a structure / building / services infrastructure; or

    work connected with site preparation, earthworks, land reclamation, excavation,

    piling, provision of services infrastructure or landscaping for works mentions in

    paragraph (i); or

    the assembly or installation of prefabricated components to form a structure /

    building / services infrastructure, or part of a structure / building / services

    infrastructure for work mentioned in paragraph (i); or

    the disassembly of prefabricated components for work mentioned in paragraph (i)

    that, immediately before the disassembly, formed a structure / building / servicesinfrastructure or part of a structure / building / services infrastructure.

    NotificationofPrincipalContractor

    RegulatoryInstruments

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    Mechanism 10

    Request to UpdateAD EHSMS RF

    and Associated Documents

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    andGuidelineValues

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementation

    Processes and Procedures

    Request to Update or Modify AD EHSMS

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    Defines:

    Types of Development or Update

    Competent Authority Considerations

    Submission of Request Documents

    Processing of Requests

    RequesttoUpdateorModifyADEHSMS

    RFor

    associated

    Documents

    RegulatoryInstruments

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    Mechanism 11

    EHS Incident Investigations

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    AndGuidelineValues

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementation

    Processes and Procedures

    EHSIncidentInvestigations

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    Defines:

    Preserving Incident Site and Evidence EHS Incident Investigation Process

    Sector Regulatory Authority Investigations

    Role of the AD EHS in EHS Incident Investigation

    AD EHS Center Coordination of Serious EHS

    Incident Investigation

    Media Activities

    g

    RegulatoryInstruments

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    Mechanism 12

    Notification Requirements of

    EHS Awareness Activities

    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    AndGuidelineValues

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    Mandatory System implementation

    Processes and Procedures

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    RegulatoryInstruments

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    CodesofPractice

    (MandatoryTechnical

    Requirements)

    Mechanisms

    (MandatorySystem

    Proceduresand

    Processes)

    Standards

    (ForOccupational

    Exposure)

    a

    DevelopmentmanagedbytheADEHSCenterwith

    coordinationwith

    subject

    matter

    Competent

    Authorities

    b Sets

    minimum

    requirements

    that

    each

    entity

    must

    complywith

    c Additionalsubjectsunderdevelopment

    MandatoryEHSTechnicalRequirements

    SubjectSpecific

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    StandardFormsMandatory

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    Form A Registration for EHSMS Development

    Form B Amendment to Registered Information

    Form C Submission of EHSMS

    Form D Not Currently Used

    Form E Entity EHSMS Quarterly Performance

    Form E1 Sector EHSMS Quarterly Performance

    Form E2 Government Entity EHSMS Quarterly Performance

    Form A Form B Form C Form E Form E1 Form E2

    StandardFormsMandatory

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    Form F Entity Annual External EHSMS Audit Report

    Form G Entity EHS Incident Report

    Form H Notice of Appointment of Principal Contractor

    Form I EHSMS Evaluation Form - SRA Use Only

    Form J Request for Modification of the AD EHSMS RF

    Form K Coordination of Serious EHS Incident Investigation

    Form L EHS Awareness Activity Notification

    Form F Form G Form H Form J Form K Form L

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    Guidelines

    TechnicalGuidelinesInsupportofmandatoryrequirements

    IndoorAirQualityManagement

    ManagementofContractors

    ManualHandlingandErgonomics

    ManualTasksInvolvingtheHandlingofPeople

    ProcessofRiskManagement

    SafeRemovalofAsbestosContainingMaterials

    SafeWorkinConfinedSpaces

    SafetyintheHeat

    TrainingandCompetency

    CommunicationandConsultation

    AuditandInspection

    EHSIncidentInvestigations

    EHSMSGuidance

    Documents

    EHSRoles,ResponsibilitiesandStructures

    KeyPerformanceIndicators

    SelfRegulationandtheADEHSGuidingPrinciples

    Roles and

    ResponsibilitiesSelf-Regulation Understanding

    KPI's

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    Updates and Improvements to

    AD EHSMS RF -v2.0

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    ImprovementsofADEHSMSRFv2.0

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    Version 1.2 Version 2.0 Benefits

    Included a detailed list of reporting

    requirements.

    Updated and improved EHS

    performance and incident reporting

    requirements.

    More prescriptive set of EHS incident and performance requirements. More

    flexible compliance requirements and includes an updated list of Reportable

    Incidents / Illnesses and updated Reporting Forms.

    Included general Management of

    Contractors requirements only.

    Introduction of Principal

    Contractor for Construction Work.

    Greater EHS control on construction sites of contractors and activities - aligned

    to international practices. Officially identifies a main or principal contractor

    on construction sites to control and have increased responsibility for activities

    and EHS compliance.

    Short list of EHS topics covered.

    Mandatory requirements for a

    broader range of EHS technical

    issues (Codes of Practice).

    Comprehensive set of EHS topics developed with co-operation and co-

    ordination of the relevant Competent Authorities. Also includes a mechanism

    for including further EHS topics.

    Utilized the Environment Agency

    Abu Dhabi registration.

    Independent registration of

    Professional EHS Service Entities.

    Introduction of an independent EHS Professional Services registration process

    with an increased focus on OHS and Auditing activities managed by the AD

    EHS Center. This will allow the AD EHS Center increased ability to regulatethe competency of EHS service providers with the Emirate.

    None. Registration of EHS Practitioners.

    Introduction of a new requirement for all EHS Practitioners to register with the

    AD EHS Center. This will provide the AD EHS Center increased ability to

    regulate the competency of EHS practitioners with the Emirate.

    Focused on lagging OHS KPIs.Updated and improved Key

    Performance Indicators (KPIs).

    Introduction of new leading and lagging EHS KPIs. Will produce beneficial

    baseline EHS information for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

    Existing Federal and Emirate

    requirements only.

    Updated asbestos requirements

    and control measures.

    Introduction of integrated control measures and requirements - aligned to theinternational practices. Increased management of asbestos maintenance,

    removal and disposal, increased worker protection regulations and health

    surveillance.

    Minimum Federal and Emirate

    requirements only.

    Significant increase on the focus

    on Occupational Health / Industrial

    Hygiene issues.

    Specific mandatory requirements covering a broader range of occupational

    health topics.

    TimeLinesforCompliance

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    29th MarchADEHSMS RF v2.0

    Launched

    30thApril lastdate for

    submission ofEntities EHSMS

    against v1.2

    31st July lastdate for SRAs tocomplete reviewand approval of

    systemssubmitted

    against v1.2

    1st November AD EHSMS RF

    v2.0requirementsbecome fullyenforceable

    Entities EHSMSand work

    practices mustbe updated by1st November

    Entity Systems that have been approved in compliance with AD

    EHSMS RF v1.2 do not have to be resubmitted but must be

    compliant in time for their next third party audit audit shall be on

    the requirements of Version 2.0

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    Thank you

    For further information and copy of all

    AD EHSMS RF Documents:

    www.adehsms.ae

    Contact AD EHS Center:

    [email protected]