2015 Company Orientation

1. Triple J Pipelines
HSE ORIENTATION
REVISION 1:5 SEPTEMBER 2015 PIPELINE AND FACILITY

3. “
”
Triple J Pipelines LTD is
committed to protecting its
employees and property
against accidental loss.
WHAT DOES THAT STATEMENT MEAN TO YOU? HOW CAN WE ALL
CONTRIBUTE TO THIS COMMITMENT ?

4. In fulfilling this commitment, we will provide and maintain a safe and healthy work
environment as indicated by acceptable industry practices and compliance with
legislative requirements. We will strive to eliminate any foreseeable hazards, which
may result in fires, security, losses, and damage to property and personal injuries/
illnesses.
Accidental loss can be controlled through good management and active
employee involvement. Loss prevention is the direct responsibility of all supervisors
and workers alike.
All company functions will comply with Triple J Pipelines Ltd. Company loss
prevention requirements as they apply to design, operation, and maintenance of
facilities and equipment. All employees will preform their jobs properly in
accordance with established procedures and operating philosophy.
I trust that all of you will join me in the personal commitment to loss prevention as a
way of life.
CORPORATE COMMITMENT TO
SAFETY
Al Jones Jan 6th 2015

5. OFFICE
MANAGER
FRAN ROSS
HSE MANAGER
AL JONES
PROJECT
ESTIMATOR
/MATERIAL
PURCHASER
CLIFF ZINGRE
PROJECT
MANAGER
SCOTT
GREENLEES
QUALITY CONTROL
MANAGER
CHANTAL KISSOCK
FACILITY/PIPELINE
SUPERVISORS
FIELD QA/QC
ADMINISTRATORS
FIELD HSE
ADVISORS
FIELD
ADMINISTATION
CLERKS
NACE
INSPECTORS
FIELD PERSONNEL
• FOREMAN
• OPERATORS
• WELDERS
• LABOURERS
GENERAL
MANAGER
DON LANE
TRIPLE J PIPELINES LTD.
COMPANY ORGANIZATIONAL
CHART

6. LIFE SAVING
RULES

7. Life Saving Rules
1. WORK WITH A VALID WORK PERMIT WHEN REQUIRED
2. VERIFY ISOLATION BEFORE WORK BEGINS AND USE SPECIFIC LIFE
PROTECTING EQUIPMENT
3. OBTAIN AUTHORIZATION BEFORE ENTERING A CONFINED SPACE
4. OBTAIN AUTHORIZATION BEFORE OVERRIDING OR DISABLING SAFETY
CRITICAL EQUIPMENT

8. 5. PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST A FALL WHEN WORKING AT HEIGHTS
6. DO NOT WALK UNDER OR NEAR A SUSPENDED LOAD AND ALWAYS
USE A TAG LINE
7. WEAR YOUR SEATBELT AT ALL TIMES IN VEHICLE AND MOBILE EQUIPMENT
8. FOLLOW PRESCRIBED JOURNEY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Life Saving Rules

9. Life Saving Rules
9. ALWAYS WEAR THE APPROPRIATE
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
10. CONDUCT PRE-USE INSPECTIONS OF
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES AND THE
WORKPLACE

10. ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
• MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
• SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES
• EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITES AND
SUB-CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
• VISITORS RESPONSIBILITIES

11. SENIOR MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITES
• Establish, maintain, and implement the health, safety, and environmental (HSE)
program
• Provide ongoing safety education programs for all employees making sure they
are adequately orientated, trained, and competent
• Oversee the occupational HSE program including a written HSE policy and an
incident investigation procedure
• Ensure the HSE program is implemented and followed
• Ensure that the company provides a safe and healthy work environment by the
development and implementation of policies, safe work practices and job
procedures
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to HSE by providing leadership regarding the
use and application of Triple J Pipelines policies, work practices, and procedures
• Ensure knowledge of, and responsibility for, complying with all regulations, laws,
and codes
• Communicate Triple J Pipelines principles, policies, standards, and programs to
employees/subcontractors through field visits, memos, and participation in safety
meeting

12. • Ensure that hazard assessments are completed including the identification,
prioritization, control methods, assignment of duties, and that all will be
communicated to affected personnel
• Ensure incidents are immediately reported and investigated to regulatory agencies
as required and corrective actions taken
• Identify and implement improvements as required
• Attend and contribute to HSE meetings, monthly meetings and safety stand downs
• Ensuring that employees at all levels are aware of the effects of harassment and
workplace violence and all substantiated claims are investigated and deficiencies
corrected. Demonstrate a strong commitment to HSE by providing leadership
regarding the use and application of Triple J Pipelines policies, work practices, and
procedures
• Ensure knowledge of, and responsibility for, complying with all regulations, laws, and
codes
• Communicate Triple J Pipelines principles, policies, standards, and programs to
employees/subcontractors through field visits, memos, and participation in safety
meeting
SENIOR MANAGEMENT CONTINUED

13. Ensure that all equipment be operated by a competent operator and task performed by competent
trained workers
Provide leadership to implement the HSE program for their areas of responsibility
Promote safety awareness by example and demonstrate the values and standards established
Attend and ensure appropriate HSE meetings are conducted and recorded
Ensure appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is available, inspected, maintained, and
used correctly
Ensure that when working with moving equipment and traffic, all personnel on site are wearing highly
visible apparel and physically protected by barricades that are clearly distinguishable
Enforce all established safety regulations, work methods, and to take disciplinary action as necessary
to ensure compliance with rules and regulations
Develop and communicate the emergency response plan (ERP) to all workers for each worksite
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBLIITLES

14. Be knowledgeable of Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) regulations that are applicable to the
work being supervised
Report to management all HSE near misses, incidents, medical aid, and lost time injuries; all are to be
investigated and controls established with corrective actions taken
Ensure that workers are involved in the identification of hazards at each worksite and that they are
communicated and controlled
Ensure that all workers are aware of their HSE responsibilities by on the job training and by verifying their
competency
Ensure the inspection of all equipment is done by operators on a regular basis and when an operator
changes equipment or new worksites
Provide visitors, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and other workers with a site orientation and other
training appropriate for their level of competence; as well as the type of work to be conducted and
the level of supervision to be provided
Ensure any work that is refused or deemed unsafe has an immediate full investigation carried out to
correct any hazardous act or condition
Ensure workers are not allowed to remain on site while their judgment is impaired
Inform workers who may be exposed to the risk of violence as well as the nature and extent
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITES CONTINUED

15. All employees are responsible for their decisions and actions and are accountable for their
personal obligation to health and safety. At all times employees have the right to know and the
obligation to refuse unsafe work that may result in imminent danger to themselves and/or others.
Subcontractors and their workers are considered employees of Triple J Pipelines and must follow
the prime contractors rules and responsibilities.
Read, understand, and comply with the company’s HSE policy, safe work practices, procedures,
and rules
Be an active participant in the HSE program including ongoing development and maintenance
Immediately report all unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and injuries to his or her supervisor
Wear, clean, inspected, and maintained required PPE and use required safety equipment at all
times as per manufacturer’s specifications
EMPLOYEE AND SUB CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

16. Attend all training required by the company
Participate and contribute to all company HSE meetings, hazard assessments, inspections, and
investigations
Operate company owned vehicles in a safe, lawful, and responsible manner
Know the ERP as well as the location, type, and operation of emergency equipment on the worksite
Report fit for duty each day and maintain a drug and alcohol free workplace as well:
Report to your supervisor when taking any prescription and/or over-the-counter drugs that may
impair your judgment, motor skills or your ability to perform your job safely
Report to supervisor any incidents of harassment or worksite violence
Keep all worksites, equipment, and vehicles clean and orderly
Subcontractors must carry appropriate Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) insurance and comply
with the subcontractor management program
Shall not engage in any inappropriate activity or behavior that could cause a hazard to themselves
or anyone else
EMPLOYEE AND SUB CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

17. All TJP employees operating their own vehicle must have:
3 million dollar coverage
Proof of insurance
All subcontractors operating their own vehicle must have:
5 million dollar coverage
Proof of insurance
In addition, all subcontractors must have their own:
2 million dollar coverage for Commercial Liability
Good standing WCB coverage
Insurance Requirements

18. Members of the public using or visiting any worksites and Triple J Pipelines offices will be classified as
casual visitors. It will be the responsibility of the site supervisor to make visitors aware of the relevant HSE
precautions.
Visitors are responsible for safeguarding their own health and safety and the safety of project workers
Report immediately to the site supervisor and follow all safety rules and requirements
Wear appropriate PPE when required
Report any unsafe acts and/or unsafe conditions to the site supervisor
Report any injury sustained on the worksite
Never walk about a worksite unescorted
VISITOR RESPONSIBILITES

19. Posted in the main office, supervisors trailers, and the warehouse.
Key Emergency Contacts for TJP
Hospital, Ambulance, RCMP, Fire, WCB, OGC, Environment, BC
Hydro, BC 1 CALL
Directions to TJP from Dawson Creek Hospital
Directions to TJP from Dawson Creek RCMP
Muster Signs - West and East Gates
TRIPLE J PIPELINES ERP- OFFICE AND
FAB YARD

20. Posted in the office trailer, and in the drivers visor.
Project #
TJP representative #s. Client #s.
How to use the Radio to call the Medic
Medical Emergency
Aircraft Procedures
Spill Containment Procedures
FIELD-ERP
Supervisor’s
Ensure that Emergency plans available
Understand and follow emergency procedures
Know how to request emergency evacuation and rescue
Be aware of additional resources available
Provide training - fire prevention, emergency evacuation and rescue
Worker’s
Provide input into risk assessments
Participate in education, training & drills
Follow workplace procedures for emergency evacuation and rescue
Follow instructions of supervisory personnel

21. These three occupational health and safety
rights apply to all workers
• RIGHT TO KNOW; Workers are entitled to
know about unsafe materials, conditions
and or machinery in their workplace
• RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE; Workers have the
right to take part in their employers health
and safety program at a workplace. This
includes reporting unsafe conditions and
practices
• DUTY AND RIGHT TO REFUSE UNSAFE WORK;
Workers may refuse any work that they think
could put them in danger. This is a legal
requirement in some jurisdictions.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY RIGHTS

22. Education and training are a vital component of accident prevention, legislation and Triple J Pipelines LTD
safety program – we will do all that is reasonably practicable to ensure all employees are competent for the task assigned.
All training will be recorded and kept on file for future reference and organization of refresher training.
EMPLOYEES must participate and apply the training received.
DO NOT attempt a job that you are not competent with or cannot do safely
ASK YOUR SUPERVISOR
At minimum, all employees will receive, and participate fully, in:
• Safety orientations for newly-hired personnel;
• Job-specific training;
• Safety training for supervisors and management;
• Task and trade-specific training and certification;
• Specialized safety and related training; and
• Refresher and update training.
*All training will be documented and a copy retained on file*
*All toolbox meetings will occur at the beginning of every project and the company will have Monthly Safety Meetings*
***The safety information in this policy does not take precedence over applicable government legislation with which all employees should be familiar.***
TRAINING

23. • Level 1 BC or AB First Aid
• TJP WHMIS and TDG
• Valid Drivers License
• TJP Company Orientation
• All SUB CONTRACTOR Orientations
Additional Training may include but is not limited
to:
• Confined Space
• Fire Training
• Fall Protection
• Skid steer
• Forklift
• Leadership Training
MINIMUM TRAINING
REQUIRMENTS

24. All TJP employees and subcontractors
operating a TJP light duty picker vehicle
must have:
NLC Light Duty Picker training
certification
CraneSafe Level A or B certification
Other workplace tickets/certifications that
may be required task specific at TJP
include:
Skid steer operator training certification
UTV operator training
Zoom-boom operator training
Fall protection training
Hy-torque operator training
Flex-steel training
All TJP supervisors must have:
LSE or Supervising For Safety
All TJP employees and subcontractors
involved in GD must have:
Ground Disturbance Level 2
Additional Training Requirements

25. All PPE must be used and stored in accordance with the manufacturer’s
specifications.
No piece of PPE shall be modified or changed contrary to manufacturer’s
instructions.
Employees or subcontractors working with chemicals, must read the MSDS for the
appropriate PPE instructions.
All employees and subcontractors will be trained on the use, care and
maintenance of all applicable Personal Protective Equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment Policy

26. • ANSI, MSA, or CSA approved hard hats
• Task appropriate gloves
• CSA approved safety-toed footwear appropriate
for the work being done.
• Fire retardant or resistant outer wear in any worksite
where hydrocarbons are present or could be
released.
• Safety glasses appropriate for the work being done.
Face shields for grinding and goggles when
handling chemicals.
• Hearing protection in areas where noise levels
exceed 85 bB.
• CSA approved safety harness and lifelines when
working more than 3 m above a permanent
worksite or platform.
• Respirators applicable for task.

27. Industry
Terminology

28. A hazard is a situation, condition or behaviour that has the potential to cause an injury or a loss.
Imminent danger is any danger that is not normal for that occupation or any danger under which a
person engaged in that occupation would not normally carry out.
A near miss is an undesired event that, under slightly different circumstances, could have resulted in
personal harm, property damage or loss.
An Incident is any undesired event. An accident is one type of incident. Near Misses are another.
Accidents are undesired events that result in physical harm to a person or damage to property.
Risk is a function of the severity of harm and the likelihood of the occurrence of that harm.
A Task is a work activity that is discrete, observable and performed in a limited number of time.
An Inspection is a planned systematic evaluation or examination of an activity or worksite in order to
check or to test against established standards.
A Lost Time Injury is an injury that results in an employee being away from work for more than the
day of the injury.
Modified Work is work altered to suit any worker injured on the job.

29. Company Rules
Vehicle Safety and Distracted Driving
Prior to operating any company vehicle or rental
vehicle complete a walk around to identify any
potential hazards or maintenance issues. If vehicle is
not mechanically sound do not operate the vehicle
TJP requires operators of mobile equipment to secure
all unattended mobile equipment from unplanned
movement.
TJP prohibits distracted driving. This policy includes
cell phones and most electronic devices. There is a
provision for two way radios while on radio controlled
roads.
All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) and Utility Terrain Vehicles
(UTV) Use
TJP prohibits the use of all ATVs.
UTV are permitted however operators are required to
provide proof of training, have the manufacturers
manual and complete slope hazard assessments
when operating in steep terrain.
The operator must not exceed the limitations of the
UTV.

30. Radio Controlled Roads
Various roads in on the construction project work
sites are “radio controlled”. You must be properly
equipped, comply with all applicable rules, and be
knowledgeable of the road frequencies to be used.
The list of radio controlled roads is a living document,
and will be amended as new radio controlled roads
become accessible. Consultation with the Chief
Inspector is required prior to access any new or
unfamiliar radio controlled roads.
Extreme Weather Conditions
Given the extreme fluctuations in weather and
climate conditions when going to the field prepare
for changes in weather. Dress appropriately and plan
ahead.
Daily Tailgate Meeting
You must attend and participate in any daily tailgate
meeting. Each field crew will conduct a tailgate
meeting at the start of shift, prior to the commencing
of any field work activities.

31. Emergency Response
When you arrive at your field site you will be informed
of the Emergency Response Plan.
Please make note of the muster points.
Alarms and emergency contact information.
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
(WHMIS)
Your site contact will inform you of any controlled or
hazardous materials are used at the worksite –
possible products could include vehicle fuels, natural
gas, or even H2S
If you need to use any controlled products review
the product label before use.
Recall the location, purpose and significance of the
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
Ask your site contact for any procedures for handling
hazardous and controlled products.
Ask your site contact for emergency procedures
involving hazardous materials, including clean-up of
spills.

32. Working Alone
If you are working alone – in an office location or
travelling to a field site, you must inform your direct
supervisor, update your outlook calendar.
It is recommended that you provide an admin, a co-
worker, or family member with the location in which
you will be work or travelling and estimated duration
of work.
Arrange for a pre-determined check in time. If you
fail to maintain this check in time your immediate
supervisor will be contacted and a search will begin
to locate you.
Check in frequency will vary depending upon the
work you are completing. At a minimum for low risk
work it is recommended that you call your contact
at the end of the day.
Drugs and Alcohol
Drugs and Alcohol are strictly prohibited.

33. Working at Heights and Fall Protection
A fall protection plan and rescue procedures must
be in place where required by regulation. Certified
fall protection and fall arrest equipment must be
utilized for all overhead work.
Fall protection regulations for the jurisdiction being
worked in must be adhered to.
Ground Disturbance and Damage Prevention
All personnel must comply with the TJP Ground
Disturbance Standard, Safe Work Procedure and
Checklist when the ground will be disturbed at a
depth of 30 centimeters.
Overhead Power Lines
Treat all overhead power lines as if they are
energized.
Do not permit any equipment operation within 7
meters (horizontal or vertical distance) of an
overhead power line.

34. Pets
Pets are prohibited from all work sites, including the
office/yard.
Service Dogs are permitted (e.g. Drug Search, Bear
Watch)
Fire Arms
Unless approved by the General Manager of TJP, Fire
Arms are strictly prohibited on any worksite. Only
authorized workers will operate heavy equipment.
All tools and equipment must be maintained in a
safe working condition.
Inappropriate behaviour, such as horseplay, fighting
and practical jokes will not be tolerated.
No rings, chains, or facial jewelry will be allowed on
the work-site.
All materials on work-sites must be properly stored .

35. Triple J Pipelines LTD. places a priority on minimizing health and safety risks associated
with all business activities. We recognize that the inappropriate use of alcohol, illicit or
illegal drugs, and the misuse of medications may have serious adverse effects on
health, safety and job performance. This in turn can negatively impact other workers
and contract workers, members of the public and the environment. Therefore,
appropriate measures are necessary to ensure the safe and successful conduct of our
company business.
Triple J Pipelines reserves the right to the following;
• Pre employment testing
• Post incident testing
• Reasonable cause testing
• Annual testing
All workers are to report all prescription medication to their shift supervisor prior to shift start

36. • Pre-job safety meetings must be held prior to undertaking a hazardous or
potentially hazardous material.
• Ensure everyone on-site understands the work to be done, hazards they may
encounter and the safety precautions and controls to be taken.
• Document the meeting
• Document records of the meeting and attendees.
• To ensure all hazards and near misses are reviewed.
• To review inspections.
• Give all workers an opportunity to voice concerns and share findings.
• EVERYONE MUST READ AND SIGN ONTO THE SAFETY MEETING PRIOR TO
WORKING.
• IF THERE IS SOMETHING YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND, ASK!!!!!
Safety Meetings

37. COMPANY COMMUNICATION AND
CORPORATE SAFETY MEETINGS
TRIPLE J PIPELINES LTD BELIEVES COMMUNICATION IS KEY! MANAGEMENT CONDUCTS SITE
VISITS AND COMMUNICATES FINDINGS TO ALL WORKERS
EACH MONTH TRIPLE J PIPELINES HOST A MONTHLY SAFETY MEETING AT OUR MAIN OFFICE
IT IS MANDATORY THAT ALL EMPLOYEES ATTEND, NAMES OF ATTENDEES WILL BE TAKEN
ALONG WITH MINUTES.
THERE WILL BE AN OPEN FORUM AT THE END OF THE MEETING TO DISCUSS NEW ISSUES

38. HAZARD REPORTING
ALL HAZARDS MUST BE REPORTED AND DOCUMENTED
A hazard is a situation, condition or behaviour that has the
potential to cause an injury or a loss.
Some hazards can be corrected on the spot; however, the
management of Triple J Pipelines Ltd. Requires a hazard
report to be completed.
The Hazard report form outlines a description of the hazard, its
location, the risks presented, interim measures taken to alert
other workers, and the control measures needed long term.
Triple J Pipelines requires one Hazard Report submitted daily
by each employee.

39. STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS
Hazard Assessment and Control - Step-by-Step
The overall purpose of the Hazard Assessment and Control process is to ensure a safe and productive work environment
by minimizing risk of injury to workers and damage to properties. TJP has developed forms to this step-by-step
process.
a. Identification of hazards
b. Listing of hazards
c. Hazard priority
d. Determining existing controls
e. Recommending controls
Hazard Assessment and Control
In order to meet the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety regulatory requirements,
management and staff are required to assess the work site and identify existing or potential
hazards.
A complete Hazard Assessment and Control form must be prepared to report the results of the
hazard assessment and the methods used to control or eliminate the hazards identified.
The process of completing your Hazard Assessment is an opportunity for staff and supervisors to
ensure a safe work environment.

40. HIERARCY OF CONTROLS
• ELIMINATION/ SUBSTITUTION- Eliminate the hazard all together if possible. Example remove
the task from being completed at heights. Substitution is to replace a toxic chemical with
a non- toxic chemical.
• ENGINEERING- To engineer a guard or a barrier between the worker and the hazard. To
build a rail or a guard on an elevated surface.
• ADMINISTRATIVE- Protect the worker and reduce exposure to the hazards by human
behavior. These controls are only effective if the worker chooses to follow the practice.
Monitors, Seatbelts, Safety Meetings, JSA, Pre-Task Cards, Report Cards, Signs etc.
• PPE- Last line of defense and last resort. These controls are only used in conjunction with
Engineering and or Administrative. PPE examples are Eye, Ear, Face, Skin, Feet, Hands,
and Respiratory Protection. PPE must be maintained and inspected. It may never be
altered.

41. HAZARD GROUPS
1. Health Hazards: these are hazards that can lead to an illness such as
pneumonia or cancer.
2. Safety Hazards: these hazards result in an injury such as trauma or burns.
HAZARD CATEGORIES
1. Physical Hazards –Struck by or pinched by hazards
2. Chemical Hazards- Exposure to dust, smoke, mercury, h2s, asbestos
3. Biological Hazards- Silica, Lime disease, molds, allergens, bacteria and blood borne
pathogens.
4. Psycho-social Hazards- Violence, harassment, horseplay
Understanding Hazards

42. COMMON WORK PLACE HAZARDS INCLUDE, YET ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Flying particles
• Molten metal
• Liquid chemicals
• Chemical gases or vapors and burns
• Potentially injurious light radiation
• Falling objects/overhead hazards
• Low hanging obstructions
• Falling or rolling objects and suspended loads
• Exposure to electrical hazards
• NORM’s
• Slips, trips and falls, uneven ground or surfaces
• Pinch Points, rotating equipment
• Confined space
• Heights/ Steep slopes
• Blood borne pathogens
• H2S
• Equipment
• Traffic
• Wildlife
• High pressure lines and cylinders

43. Inspections
Triple J Pipelines operate their business with a proactive approach to Safety and awareness. Regular formal and informal inspections
are conducted on equipment, buildings, tools, work methods as well as work activities.
Inspections are performed on a schedule that will eliminate the development of unsafe working conditions as well as habits.
Any unsafe conditions or behaviors reported during an inspection are documented, and corrected without delay.
Inspection Schedules
Shop Inspections: completed monthly by management and supervisors or their designates.
Jobsite Inspections: completed by managers or supervisors on an ongoing basis.
Tool Inspections: pre-use visual inspection of tools and PPE to be completed prior to use.
Light and Heavy Vehicle Inspections: completed daily as a pre-trip inspection.
Machine Inspections: completed pre-use by operators.
***Other items that may be inspected monthly and maintained annually:***
Overhead Cranes and vehicle mounted pickers
Firefighting equipment and fire extinguishers

44. • Investigation reports shall not be used to place blame, but determine root cause
• All preliminary incident reports must be submitted within 24 hours of the event
• The General Manager reviews all investigations
• Completed investigation reports are communicated to all employees and the Joint
Occupational Health and Safety Committee
• The Committee is involved in a percentage of the Investigations
INCIDENT REPORTING AND TRIPLE J
PIPELINES INVESTIGATION POLICY

45. WorkSafeBC Part 3 Division 10:
In British Columbia, the employer must immediately notify the Workers
Compensation Board as soon as possible of any accident that involves:
• THE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH OF A WORKER
• THE MAJOR STRUCTURAL FAILURE OR COLLAPSE OF A BUILDING, BRIDGE,
TOWER, TRAIN, HOIST TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT SYSTEM OR
EXCAVATION
• THE MAJOR RELEASE OF A HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE
• OTHER TYPES OF INCIDENTS THE REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE EMPLOYER
TO REPORT

46. TRIPLE J PIPELINES INCIDENT AND INVESTIGATION POLICY
Incident investigations are an integral component of TRIPLE J PIPELINES safety program and shall be
conducted to determine the cause of an incident in order to implement corrective action to prevent
future occurrences.
Depending on the severity of the incident, a detailed investigation by the owner/operator will be
promptly completed.
The completed investigation will be reviewed and proper correction (s) made.
The following types of incidents shall be fully investigated:
• Personal injury requiring Medical aid
• Incidents that cause property damage or interrupt
operations with potential loss
• Incidents that could have resulted in an serious accident (near miss)

47. INCIDENT RESPONSE STICKERS ARE
AVAILABLE IN ALL TRIPLE J PIPELINES
MACHINES AND VEHICLES
THE RESPONSE STICKER CAN GUIDE AN
INDIVIDUAL THROUGH THE PRELIMINARY
STEPS OF AN INCIDENT

48. Incident, Near Miss
• Injury
• Spill
• Property Damage
Immediately
seek first aid for
severe injury
ON-SITE
MEDIC
Minor injuries
can be handled
with your site
supervisor and
TJP First Aid Kit
and Qualified
First Aid
Attendee
Regulatory
Agencies
TJP On-Site Supervisor
TJP HSE Team
Client Representative
Inspector
Client HSE
Representative
TJP Incident Response Flow Chart
Gather the following information
post event.
• FLHA, Toolbox, Permits,
Inspection checklist
• Pictures of scene, diagram.
• Timeline of events
• Witness Statements and contact
info
• Keep area Secure
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
TJP Main Office 250-784-1890
OHS BC 604-276-3301
SPILLS 800-663-3456
POISON CONTROL 800-567-8911

49. Return to Work / Modified Work Program
Triple J Pipelines Ltd. is committed to developing and maintaining a
safe and healthy work environment. Our goal is to keep workers in the
workplace or to assist in returning injured employees to the workplace
allowing them to maximize their full potential. As a by-product of the
goal, the high cost of claims from injuries will be reduced.
In keeping with this goal, it is our policy to implement a formal Modified
Work Program. We will facilitate the rehabilitation process by making
every reasonable effort to provide the following:
suitable Stay at Work and/or light modified employment to any
employee unable to perform their duties because of a work-related
injury;
timely medical intervention resulting in better care and faster recovery,
with fewer recurrences of injuries; and
daily communication with the injured employee and regular
communication with medical service providers and WorkSafeBC
personnel.

50. Employee’s Responsibilities
Report all incidents and accidents immediately, both
major and minor, to his or her supervisor.
Assist the supervisor in completing accident reports.
Accept transportation to a medical facility as
provided by the organization.
Obtain medical attention as soon as possible after
the injury occurs.
Report to the supervisor with all necessary
documentation after consulting with the treating
physician.
Participate in the modified work program.
Communicate any concerns to the supervisor so
those potential problems can be resolved.
Report to the supervisor on a daily basis if absent for
a prolonged period and attend meetings as
required, to assess progress.

51.  TRIPLE J PIPELINES is committed to our employees’ safety and health.
 TRIPLE J PIPELINES developed this policy and procedures respecting potential workplace
violence and conduct.
 TRIPLE J PIPELINES considers workplace violence a hazard for the purposes of Hazard
Assessment, Elimination, and Control.
 We refuse to tolerate any form of violence in the workplace and will make every effort to
prevent violent incidents from occurring by implementing a Workplace Violence
Prevention Program (WVPP).
 We will provide adequate authority and budgetary resources to responsible parties so that
our goals and responsibilities can be met.
Bullying and Harassment Policy

52. Personal Electronic Device Policy
Triple J Pipelines Ltd. is committed to providing a safe
work environment for all employees, subcontractors,
service providers, clients and the public. To achieve
our goal, Triple J Pipelines Ltd. must ensure that all
hazards have been identified and controlled.
Personal Electronic devices can cause a major
distraction to the workforce and put people’s safety at
risk. Therefore, the use of audio, video or digital
recording devices are strictly prohibited on all Triple J
Pipeline Ltd. worksites, unless written approval has
been obtained by the client, and Triple J Pipelines Ltd.’s
Project Superintendent and/or Health and Safety
Manager.

53. A personal electronic devices is defined as, a
electronic device that emits an audible or visual
signal, displays a message, or otherwise summons the
possessor, including, but not limited to, cellular
telephones, paging devices, electronic e-mailing
devices, radios, tape players, CD players, DVD
players, video cameras, iPods or other MP3 players,
laser pointers, portable video game players, laptop
computers, personal digital assistants (PDA’s),
cameras, and any device that provides a wireless
connection to the Internet.
If an employee or subcontractor has been granted
permission to take specific photos, audio or video of
a task or project, Triple J Pipelines Ltd. is the sole
owner of those files. No reproductions of any files
may be distributed or uploaded onto any social
media outlet (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc.)
Employees and subcontractors that fail to abide by
the policy will be escorted from site, and may be
terminated.

54. Health and Safety Enforcement Policy
Violations will be handled in an objective but firm manner. Documentation is required at each stage.
The steps of the enforcement progression are:
1. Verbal Warning:
Once an employee has broken any of the TRIPLE J PIPELINES Health and Safety rules management will
issue a verbal warning that will be documented and kept on file.
2. Written Warning:
TRIPLE J PIPELINES will issue a written warning following a verbal warning when an employee violates
the company health and safety policy.
3. Suspension:
TRIPLE J PIPELINES will follow up a written warning with a suspension when an employee violates the
company health and safety policy.
4. Dismissal:
TRIPLE J PIPELINES may dismiss an employee for violating the health and safety policy.
Generally, employees will be dismissed once they have received all 4 forms of enforcement measures.