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Note: This order does not apply to operations where the to their work site. Following is a summary of the regulatory
nature of the work or the size of the parts makes guarding or requirements.
insulating impracticable. 3308
A. The IIPP must be in writing and must include the
B. Check for leaks from pipelines and ensure the leaks are following elements: 1509(a), 3203(a)
stopped before working near them. The energy within the
piping system must be controlled to prevent an uncontrolled 1. The employer’s assignment of responsibilities. 3203(a)(1)
release that could cause injury. 3329 2. A system for ensuring employee compliance with safe
work practices. 3203(a)(2)
Housekeeping/Site Cleaning 3. A system for two-way communication between employers
and employees about safety issues. 3203(a)(3)
Housekeeping is a term used to describe the cleaning of the 4. Scheduled inspections and an evaluation system to
work site and surrounding areas of construction project-related identify hazards. 3203(a)(4)
debris. The term also refers to the managing and storing of
materials that are used on the project. Listed below are the 5. An accident investigation process. 3203(a)(5)
general requirements for housekeeping to which all work sites 6. Procedures for correcting unsafe and unhealthy
are subject. conditions. 3203(a)(6)
It is important to remember that work sites subject to specific 7. Safety and health training. 3203(a)(7)
SOs may have additional housekeeping requirements with 8. Recordkeeping. 3203(b)
which to comply.
B. Other IIPP requirements for construction are as follows:
A. Work surfaces, passageways, and stairs shall be kept
reasonably clear of scrap lumber and debris. 1513(a) 1. Employers must adopt and post a Code of Safe Practices
at each job site. Plate A-3 in Appendix A of the CSOs
B. Ground areas within 6 ft. of buildings under construction shall illustrates a general format. 1509(b), (c)
be kept reasonably free of irregularities. 1513(b)
2. Periodic meetings of supervisors must be held to discuss
C. Storage areas and walkways on construction sites shall be the safety program and accidents that have occurred.
kept reasonably free of dangerous depressions, obstructions, 1509(d), 3203
and debris. 1513(c)
3. Supervisors must conduct tailgate or toolbox safety
D. Piled or stacked material shall be placed in stable stacks to meetings at least every ten working days; however, weekly
prevent it from falling, slipping, or collapsing. 1549(a) meetings are recommended. 1509(e)
E. Material on balconies or in other similar elevated locations on C. Required safety training for employees includes the following:
the exteriors of buildings under construction shall be placed,
secured, or positively barricaded in order to prevent the 1. New workers shall be instructed in safe work practices,
material from falling. 1549(h) job hazards, and safety precautions and shall be required
to read the Code of Safe Practices. 1510(a)
Injury and Illness 2. The employer shall permit only qualified or experienced
employees to operate equipment or machinery. 1510(b)
Prevention Program 3. Workers shall be instructed in the following:

An Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) is required at a. The recognition of job site-specific hazards
all work sites. The program is considered effective if it satisfies b. Procedures for protecting themselves
the regulatory requirements of 3203 and helps the employer
and the employee to identify and control the hazards specific c. First aid procedures in the event of injury. 1510(c)

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