2018 DDC Safety Summit THINK SAFETY! Department of Design and Construction 1
DDC MISSION STATEMENT To deliver the city’s construction projects in a safe, expeditious, and cost-effective manner while maintaining the highest degree of architectural, engineering, and construction quality. DDC Culture of Issues Safety Contractors Consultants Improving Safety Performance Solutions Public 2
DDC PROJECTS SAFETY PERFORMANCE “By The Numbers”
DEFINITIONS The definition of incident and accident, is defined within the DDC, as: ➢ Incident – An unplanned work related event that results in personal injury requiring first aid or property damage. ➢ Accident – An unplanned work related event that results in personal injury that involves medical treatment beyond first aid. 4
CENSUS OF FATAL OCCUPATIONAL INJURIES SUMMARY 2016 There were a total of 5,190 fatal work related injuries recorded in the United States in 2016, a 7- percent increase from the 4,836 fatal injuries reported in 2015 by Bureau of Labor Statistics. ➢ Fatal work injuries from falls, slips, or trips Number of Fatal Work Injuries by Industry continued a general upward trend that began in 2011, increasing by 6 percent from 800 in 2015 to 849 in 2016. Financial activities Leisure and hospitality ➢ Falls increased more than 25 percent in Educational and health services 2016 for roofers, carpenters, tree trimmers Professional and business services 540 and pruners, and heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers . Information Utilities ➢ The leading causes of workers deaths in Transportation and warehousing 825 Construction industry were falls, followed by Retail trade struck by object, electrocution, and caught-in/between. Wholesale trade These “Fatal Four” were responsible for more than Manufacturing 318 half the construction worker deaths in 2016. Construction 991 Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting 593 0 500 1000 1500 5
DDC ACCIDENTS & INCIDENTS 300 250 240 200 176 177 150 100 50 37 26 10 0 FY16 FY17 FY18-YTD Accidents Incidents 6
DDC ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS - TOP 5 CAUSES 80 69 70 64 63 60 52 50 40 38 40 38 32 32 31 30 30 22 20 20 20 16 10 0 Motor Vehicle Accident Utility Damage Struck By Object Slips & Trips Tools / Equipment 5-Year Avg, FY13-FY17 FY17 FY18 To Date 7
CONTRIBUTING FACTORS OF ACCIDENTS OR INCIDENTS ➢ APATHY ➢ COMPLACENCY ➢ ROOTED INEFFECTIVE SAFETY CULTURE ➢ LACK OF FOCUS ➢ LACK OF/OR IMPROPER PPE ➢ LACK OF/OR INSUFFECIENT TRAINING ➢ LACK OF OVERSIGHT 8
TOP SAFETY DEVIATIONS CATEGORIES FOR FY2017 1. SITE HOUSEKEEPING 2. MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF TRAFFIC (MPT) 3. SAFETY RECORDS 4. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION 69 64 63 5. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 52 6. STAIRWAYS/LADDERS 40 38 38 32 32 31 30 7. ELECTRICAL SAFETY 22 20 20 16 8. SCAFFOLDS 9. FALL PROTECTION Motor Vehicle Utility Damage Struck By Object Slips & Trips Tools / Accident Equipment 5-Year Avg, FY13-FY17 FY17 FY18 To Date 9
TOP SAFETY DEVIATIONS CATEGORIES FOR FY2017 10
CONTRIBUTING FACTORS OF SAFETY DEVIATIONS ➢ Unacceptable contractors’ Safety Program/Site Safety Plan ➢ Missing or inadequate contractors’ and subcontractors’ task specific written JHAs ➢ Missing or Lack of • records of weekly safety meetings and daily safety job briefings; • permits, drawings, plans, and approvals; • training and certification records for contractors’ and subcontractors’ employees. ➢ Failure to identify hazardous conditions or ensure implementation of adequate corrective actions 11
CONTRIBUTING FACTORS OF SAFETY DEVIATIONS ➢ Insufficient planning of critical construction activities including: • crane operation • excavation (protective system) • confined space entry • fall protection • scaffold and sidewalk shed installation, etc. ➢ Lack of adequate safety oversight at construction sites 12
DAMAGE PREVENTION 16 NYCRR PART 753 13
New York 811 Code 753
H I S TO R I C AL B AC K G R O U N D
H I S TO R I C AL B AC K G R O U N D • Late 1970 early 1980 informal agreements between LILCO & NY Telephone to protect underground facilities were established. • In 1990 NY State labor law created “Code 53 ” AN “UNENFORCEABLE” Code that compelled some 11 major utilities in the New York City, Long Island area to work together to protect underground facilities but it was “optional” for excavators to participate in the process. • In 1995, the new York state public service commission was transferred code 53 responsibility and established code rule 753. A New York City & Long Island One Call Center was officially established as the PSC law required all operators of underground facilities be part of the one call notification system. Excavators were also “mandated” to participate in the system and the law was “enforceable” by the PSC. • The name of the call center for New York City & Long Island was called the “New York City & Long Island One Call User’s Council. ” • In 2008 the name was changed to “Dig Net of New York City & Long Island. ” • In 2012 the name was changed to the current “New York 811. ”
H I S TO R I C AL B AC K G R O U N D – T H E L AW 16 NYS PART 753 Rules that establish procedure for the protection of underground facilities in order to assure public safety and to prevent damage to public and private property as required by general business law article 36 and public service law section 119-b. ✓ All owners and operators of underground facilities are required to be part of the One Call Notification system. ✓ Rules apply to One Call Centers, all operators of underground facilities, and all excavators.
N E W Y O R K 8 11 – W H O W E AR E & W H AT W E D O New York 811 Responsibilities NEW YORK 811 Incorporated is committed to being a leader and innovator in underground damage prevention through the one call process together with safety awareness of our facility owners, members, excavators, call center and the general public.
N E W Y O R K 8 11 – W H O W E AR E & W H AT W E D O Why New York 811 Does What It Does • Reinforce safety of those working around underground facilities and the general public • Maintain continuity of vital public services provided by underground facilities to businesses, public services, residences and the general public. • Educate operators, excavators, contractors, homeowners, municipalities and organizations about the importance of safe digging and the protection of underground facilities.
L E AR N & F O L L O W L AW S , P R O C E D U R E S & B E S T P R AC T I C E S In New York State it’s unlawful and dangerous to dig anywhere in the state without first calling for a mark out. It’s the Law!
L E AR N & F O L L O W L AW S , P R O C E D U R E S & B E S T P R AC T I C E S The code also includes detailed information on fines, the tolerance zone, personal property and line marking color codes. Professional excavators are expected to know and obey this code. Here’s what you need to know: ! Excavators and contractors MUST call 811 at least two working days but no more than 10 days , and wait for the positive responses before beginning any excavation project.
L E AR N & F O L L O W L AW S , P R O C E D U R E S & B E S T P R AC T I C E S Contact New York 811, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, every day of the year . One Call or 811 or Click www.newyork-811.com
L E AR N & F O L L O W L AW S , P R O C E D U R E S & B E S T P R AC T I C E S IT’S A CALL Calling 811 or using ITIC gets your utility lines marked and helps protect you from potential injury and unnecessary expense.
L E AR N & F O L L O W L AW S , P R O C E D U R E S & B E S T P R AC T I C E S Required Information Needed Before You Call 811: 1. County ✓ 2. Address ✓ 3. Nearest Intersection ✓ 4. Other Intersection ✓ 5. Type of Work ✓ 6. Extent of Work ✓ 7. Who You Are Working For ✓ 8. Excavator or Homeowners Information ✓
# 1 P R I O R I T Y - S AF E T Y O F W O R K E R S & T H E C O M M U N I T Y What should I do if there are visible signs that a utility is in my work area and it was not marked? Call with your original ticket number and advise the customer service representative of the company that did not mark out.
# 1 P R I O R I T Y - S AF E T Y O F W O R K E R S & T H E C O M M U N I T Y By not calling, you risk: • Legal problems • Costly property and environmental damage • Job delays • Explosion or fire • Injury or even death • Power or utilities services interruptions Call 811 Before You Dig. It’s FREE & It’s THE LAW
# 1 P R I O R I T Y - S AF E T Y O F W O R K E R S & T H E C O M M U N I T Y ➢ Call Before You Dig ➢ Wait The Required Time ➢ Confirm Utility Response ➢ Respect The Marks ➢ Dig With Care
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