104.07 Contractor Obligations - Revision history

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 For both imminent danger and serious safety issues, after following the above steps:
-:*Document issue with an Inspector Daily Report(IDR).
+:*Document issue with the Daily Work Report (DWR).
-:*Include photographs of all imminent danger or serious safety issues in the project files with the IDRs. Personal safety must be maintained, and the safety of others cannot be compromised while taking photographs.
+:*Include photographs of all imminent danger or serious safety issues in the project files with the DWR. Personal safety must be maintained, and the safety of others cannot be compromised while taking photographs.
 :*Document and consider all safety issues as part of [https://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/construction/index.php/102.19_Evaluation_of_Contractor_Performance_and_Contract_Non-Compliance notice of non-compliance process].

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 Costs incurred to comply with this requirement will be the responsibility of the employer/contractor.
-Should a contractor not comply with this requirement, a Notice of Non-Compliance with Contract Requirements (Form 1165) should be issued.  Furthermore, as this is a primary safety issue, use a contractor performance evaluation (both interim and final) to document issues with compliance to this MIOSHA requirement.
+Should a contractor not comply with this requirement, a Notice of Non-Compliance with Contract Requirements (Form 1165) will be issued.
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 ===[[#Workplace Conduct Expectation|Workplace Conduct Expectation]]===
-It is MDOT policy to promote a safe environment for its employees, free from acts of violence, threats of violence, or harassment.  Any verbal or physical conduct or communication that substantially interferes with an employee’s ability to get work done, or creates a hostile, threatening, offensive, and/or intimidating work environment shall not be tolerated.  Complaints of violence, threats of violence, or discriminatory harassment shall be investigated.  Violators of this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action or contract sanctions.
+It is MDOT policy to promote a safe environment for its employees, free from acts of violence, threats of violence, or harassment.  Any verbal or physical conduct or communication that substantially interferes with an employee’s ability to get work done, or creates a hostile, threatening, offensive, and/or intimidating work environment will not be tolerated.  Complaints of violence, threats of violence, or discriminatory harassment will be investigated.  Violators of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action or contract sanctions.
-In accordance with the Standard Specifications for Construction, it shall be the contractor's responsibility to protect the life and health of all personnel on the job.  The contractor shall perform the work in whatever manner may be required to comply with all applicable laws.  Acts or threats of violence towards State employees, State customers, citizens, or other persons having business association with MDOT will not be tolerated.  Violation of these requirements may result in a suspension of work by the engineer in accordance with subsections [http://mdotcf.state.mi.us/public/specbook/files/2012/104%20Control%20of%20Work.pdf 104.01] and [http://mdotcf.state.mi.us/public/specbook/files/2012/107%20Legal%20Rel,%20Resp%20to%20Public.pdf 107.01] of the Standard Specifications for Construction.  In addition, violation of these requirements will be considered unacceptable performance by the contractor and may result in actions up to and including a loss of pre-qualification.
+In accordance with the Standard Specifications for Construction, it will be the contractor's responsibility to protect the life and health of all personnel on the job.  The contractor must perform the work in whatever manner may be required to comply with all applicable laws.  Acts or threats of violence towards State employees, State customers, citizens, or other persons having business association with MDOT will not be tolerated.  Violation of these requirements may result in a suspension of work by the engineer in accordance with subsections [http://mdotcf.state.mi.us/public/specbook/files/2012/104%20Control%20of%20Work.pdf 104.01] and [http://mdotcf.state.mi.us/public/specbook/files/2012/107%20Legal%20Rel,%20Resp%20to%20Public.pdf 107.01] of the Standard Specifications for Construction.  In addition, violation of these requirements will be considered unacceptable performance by the contractor and may result in actions up to and including a loss of pre-qualification.
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 ===[[#Equipment Back-Up Warning|Equipment Back-Up Warning]]===
 Material handling equipment, which is any equipment that moves material in any manner, shall have a back-up warning system in place.  This is for the safety of all and is a requirement per MIOSHA’s Construction Safety Standard, Part 13, Mobile Equipment, which states:

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	The vests shown above do not meet the standard. These are the old-style high visibility vests that do not meet the ANSI 107 standard. Notice the narrow width of the retro-reflective strip and the lack of material around the torso. Vests that only cover the front and back of the wearer do not meet the standard which requires 360-degree visibility.		The vests shown above do not meet the standard. These are the old-style high visibility vests that do not meet the ANSI 107 standard. Notice the narrow width of the retro-reflective strip and the lack of material around the torso. Vests that only cover the front and back of the wearer do not meet the standard which requires 360-degree visibility.
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 Please note that the use of an ANSI 107 high visibility garment does not take the place of a proper work zone set-up or proper night work lighting.  Personal protective equipment should always be the last item considered when ensuring hazards are mitigated.
 [[File:104.07-7.jpg|250px|Safety Vests]]
-[[File:104.07-2.jpg|300px|Safety Vests]]
+Bright colored t-shirts shown above may have sufficient background material that meets one requirement of the ANSI standard; however, for the shirt to meet the entire ANSI 107 standard it must have retro-reflective material/strips. Some contract workers claim they do not need the retro-reflective strips on their clothing, as they are not working at night. However, the FHWA requirement rule does not allow for anything other than an ANSI 107 Class 2 or 3 compliant garment, which must have retro-reflective strips.
 It should be noted when workers are performing welding, cutting, or brazing operations, the use of a high visibility vests may create an additional hazard unless the vests are flame retardant.

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 :'''All workers, including emergency responders, within the right-of-way who are exposed either to traffic (vehicles using the highway for purposes of travel) or to work vehicles and construction equipment within the TTC zone shall wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the Performance Class 2 or 3 requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2004 publication entitled “American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear” (see Section 1A.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as meeting the ANSI 107-2004 standard performance for Class 2 or 3 risk exposure, except as provided in paragraph 5. A person designated by the employer to be responsible for worker safety shall make the selection of the appropriate class of garment.'''
-A contractor that is not in compliance with the worker visibility requirements as put forth in the MMUTCD is to be issued a Notice of Non-Compliance with Contract Requirements ([http://mdotjboss.state.mi.us/webforms/GetDocument.htm?fileName=1165.pdf Form 1165]). Furthermore, as this is a primary safety issue, use a contractor performance evaluation (both interim and final) to document issues with compliance to this federal and MDOT requirement.
+A contractor that is not in compliance with the worker visibility requirements as put forth in the MMUTCD is to be issued a Notice of Non-Compliance with Contract Requirements ([http://mdotjboss.state.mi.us/webforms/GetDocument.htm?fileName=1165.pdf Form 1165]).
 As part of the ANSI 107 standard, there are specific requirements for labeling of complaint apparel. If the apparel is not labeled as meeting ANSI 107, including which Performance Class it meets (Class 2 or 3), it is not in compliance.
-Please note that the use of an ANSI 107 high visibility garment does not take the place of a proper work zone set-up or proper night work lighting.  Personal protective equipment should always be the last item considered when ensuring hazards are controlled.
+Please note that the use of an ANSI 107 high visibility garment does not take the place of a proper work zone set-up or proper night work lighting.  Personal protective equipment should always be the last item considered when ensuring hazards are mitigated.
 The vests shown below at right do not meet the standard. These are the old-style high visibility vests that do not meet the ANSI 107 standard. Notice the narrow width of the retro-reflective strip and the lack of material around the torso. Vests that only cover the front and back of the wearer do not meet the standard which requires 360-degree visibility.

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 ==[[#Project & Worksite Safety|Project & Worksite Safety]]==
-As required in Subsection 104.07.B.2 Safety and Health Requirements, Construction Safety Program, of the Standard Specifications for Construction, the contractor must submit a written “Construction Safety Program”. This program should initially be the contractor’s accident prevention program (safety plan) as required of every construction employer by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). The program should include generic items such as the process for reporting work related injuries and illnesses, hazard communication and access to safety data sheets (SDSs), first aid/cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) plan, and high visibility apparel. The program should also include specific risks and hazards of the project and plans to address them. These items could include, but are not limited to:
+As required in Subsection 104.07.B.2 Safety and Health Requirements, Construction Safety Program, of the Standard Specifications for Construction, the contractor must submit a written “Construction Safety Program”. This program should be the contractor’s accident prevention program (safety plan) as required of every construction employer by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). The program should include generic items such as the process for reporting work related injuries and illnesses, hazard communication and access to safety data sheets (SDSs), first aid/cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) plan, and high visibility apparel. The program should also include specific risks and hazards of the project and plans to address them. These items could include, but are not limited to:
 :*Working over water
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 :*Document issue with an Inspector Daily Report(IDR).
 :*Include photographs of all imminent danger or serious safety issues in the project files with the IDRs. Personal safety must be maintained, and the safety of others cannot be compromised while taking photographs.
-:*Document and consider all safety issues as part of the interim and final contractor performance evaluation process.
+:*Document and consider all safety issues as part of [https://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/construction/index.php/102.19_Evaluation_of_Contractor_Performance_and_Contract_Non-Compliance notice of non-compliance process].
 The following criteria apply directly to project oversight work:

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 ==[[#Project & Worksite Safety|Project & Worksite Safety]]==
-The following criteria are to be used when directly witnessing safety issues:
+As required in Subsection 104.07.B.2 Safety and Health Requirements, Construction Safety Program, of the Standard Specifications for Construction, the contractor must submit a written “Construction Safety Program”. This program should initially be the contractor’s accident prevention program (safety plan) as required of every construction employer by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). The program should include generic items such as the process for reporting work related injuries and illnesses, hazard communication and access to safety data sheets (SDSs), first aid/cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) plan, and high visibility apparel. The program should also include specific risks and hazards of the project and plans to address them. These items could include, but are not limited to:
-*Immediately suspend all work on the project related to or associated with the safety issue and report to your supervisor and the respective construction/project engineer any worker or worksite safety issue or practice in which any person (contractor, motorist, pedestrian, MDOT, etc.) could get seriously injured or killed. The observation applies to any tier contractor, supplier, motorist, inspection staff, pedestrian, etc. Contact your supervisor or the Safety and Security Administration at 517-241-1697 on any questionable issues. Any verbal directions to suspend work are to be followed up immediately with the issuance of Form 1165, Notice of Non-Compliance with Contract Requirements
-*Serious safety issues are defined as, but not limited to, falls, electrocutions, struck-by, crushed-by/caught-between, and excavations.
+:*Working over water
-*Report all safety issues that could result in injury to any person or damage to private or public property to the contractor and document the issue with an Inspector Daily Report (IDR). Immediately inform your supervisor and the respective construction/project engineer.
+:*Silica in construction
-*The construction/project engineer is to contact the MIOSHA central office at 517-322-1814 or 800-866-4674 as well as the MDOT Safety and Security Administration at 517-241-1697 if a contractor fails to address any safety issue as requested.
+:*Fall protection (including use of scaffolds, aerial lifts, etc.)
-*Document all safety issues in an IDR.
+:*Confined spaces
-*Place pictures of all safety issues in the project files. The use of a camera or portable device is encouraged only when personal safety can be maintained and the safety of others is not compromised.
+:*Excavation and trenching
-*Document and consider all safety issues as part of the interim and final contractor performance evaluation process.<br />
+:*Cofferdams
-The following criteria apply directly to project oversight work:
+:*Night work/lighting
-*MDOT employees or their representative must be provided safe access to inspect all contract work as required in Subsection 104.01.E of the Standard Specifications for Construction. If safe accommodations are not provided you must notify your supervisor and the respective construction engineer for further action and direction.
+:*Lead in construction
-*Issue Form 1165, Notice of Non-Compliance with Contract Requirements, for safety issues that are not immediately resolved or the presence of any unsatisfactory conditions.
+:*Other site-specific health hazards
-*Immediately contact your supervisor and the MDOT Safety and Security Administration at 517-241-1697 when the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) visits a MDOT project office or MDOT worksite. Further information regarding MIOSHA visits can be found on the MDOT Safety and Security Administration internal web page under the safety topic of MIOSHA Visits.
+:*Emergency preparedness plan (what to do in case of fire, severe weather, etc.)
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