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Occupational Health and Safety Program

Proprietary and Confidential to PMC-Sierra, Inc. 1 Document No.: PMC-2071752, Issue 3


Issue No. 3: October 2011



Table of Contents 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 6 2 Health & Safety Policy ............................................................................................................ 7

2.1 Policy ............................................................................................................................. 7 2.2 Scope ............................................................................................................................ 7 2.3 Responsibilities ............................................................................................................. 7

2.3.1 The Employer ................................................................................................... 7 2.3.2 Managers ......................................................................................................... 7 2.3.3 Supervisors ...................................................................................................... 8 2.3.4 Workers ............................................................................................................ 8 2.3.5 The Safety Committee ..................................................................................... 8 2.3.6 Contractors ....................................................................................................... 8

3 Environmental Policy & Procedures........................................................................................ 9 3.1 Reportable Environmental Incidents ............................................................................. 9 3.2 Procedures for Reporting Environmental Incidents ...................................................... 9

4 Accident Investigation ........................................................................................................... 11 4.1 Policy Statement.......................................................................................................... 11 4.2 Purpose ....................................................................................................................... 11 4.3 Who? ........................................................................................................................... 11 4.4 When? ......................................................................................................................... 11 4.5 Reporting an Accident ................................................................................................. 12

4.5.1 Document Information .................................................................................... 12 4.5.2 The documentation and the proper administration of each claim is vitally

important for the analysis and prevention of further injuries. It is also necessary for the proper reporting to government organizations as per local legislation. Procedure ..................................................................................... 12

4.6 Joint Health & Safety Committee – Participation in Accident Investigations............... 13 4.6.1 Basic Investigation Procedure........................................................................ 13

Workplace Injury/Disease Accident – Employee’s Report Form ................................................. 15 Workplace Injury/Disease Accident – Witness Report Form ....................................................... 16 Workplace Injury/Disease Accident – Supervisor’s Report Form ................................................ 17 5 Blood-borne Pathogens ........................................................................................................ 18

5.1 Exposure Determination .............................................................................................. 18 5.1.1 Explanation of Terms ...................................................................................... 18 5.1.2 Job Classifications with Potential for Exposure ............................................. 18 5.1.3 Procedures and Tasks .................................................................................... 18

5.2 Exposure / Infection Control - Methods ....................................................................... 18 5.2.1 Purpose .......................................................................................................... 18 5.2.2 Explanation .................................................................................................... 19 5.2.3 Engineering / Work Practice Controls ............................................................ 19 5.2.4 Personal Protective Equipment ...................................................................... 20 5.2.5 Housekeeping ................................................................................................ 20



5.3 Hepatitis B Vaccination................................................................................................ 21 5.3.1 General ........................................................................................................... 21 5.3.2 Hepatitis B Vaccination .................................................................................. 21

Hepatitis B Vaccine Declination ............................................................................................ 22 5.4 Post Exposure Evaluation and Followup .................................................................... 23

5.4.1 Exposure Incident .......................................................................................... 23 5.4.2 Post Exposure Prophylaxis ............................................................................ 23 5.4.3 Health Care Professional's Written Opinion ................................................... 23 5.4.4 All Other Findings and Diagnoses ................................................................. 23 5.4.5 Record keeping .............................................................................................. 23

5.5 Training........................................................................................................................ 24 6 Confined Space Entry Policy ................................................................................................. 25

6.1.1 Removal of Contents ...................................................................................... 25 6.1.2 Isolation .......................................................................................................... 25 6.1.3 Electrical Lockout ........................................................................................... 25 6.1.4 Security of Covers .......................................................................................... 25 6.1.5 Testing Atmosphere ........................................................................................ 25 6.1.6 Continuous Monitoring ................................................................................... 26 6.1.7 Ventilation ....................................................................................................... 26 6.1.8 Buddy System ................................................................................................ 26 6.1.9 Safety gear and personal protective equipment ............................................ 26

Work Permit – Confined Space Entry ................................................................................... 27 6.2 Work Permit Procedures – Entry in Confined Spaces ................................................ 29

6.2.1 Type A ............................................................................................................ 29 6.2.2 Type B ............................................................................................................ 29 6.2.3 Type C ............................................................................................................ 29

6.3 Statutory Requirements: .............................................................................................. 29 6.3.1 For entry into confined spaces ....................................................................... 29 6.3.2 Procedure ....................................................................................................... 29

7 Cutting, Welding, Burning, or Soldering Policy ..................................................................... 31 8 Electrical Safety Policy .......................................................................................................... 32

8.1 Working on Live Electrical ........................................................................................... 32 8.2 Tagging and Locking-Out Procedures ......................................................................... 33

9 Emergency Planning / Procedures ....................................................................................... 36 10 Ergonomics ........................................................................................................................... 37

10.1 Policy Statement.......................................................................................................... 37 10.2 Purpose ....................................................................................................................... 37 10.3 Scope .......................................................................................................................... 37 10.4 Definitions .................................................................................................................... 37 10.5 Manual Material Handling ........................................................................................... 37 10.6 Risk Factors ................................................................................................................ 38 10.7 Roles and Responsibilities .......................................................................................... 39



10.7.1 The Employer ................................................................................................. 39 10.7.2 Corporate Services/Human Resources ......................................................... 39 10.7.3 Supervisors .................................................................................................... 39 10.7.4 Occupational Health & Safety Committee ...................................................... 40 10.7.5 Employees...................................................................................................... 40

10.8 Risk Assessment ......................................................................................................... 40 10.9 Education and Training ............................................................................................... 40 10.10 Review ......................................................................................................................... 40

11 First Aid ................................................................................................................................. 42 11.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 42 11.2 Policy ........................................................................................................................... 42 11.3 Assessment ................................................................................................................. 42 11.4 PMC-Sierra has trained first aid personnel where required by local legislation to assist

in case of emergency. Responsibilities of the First Aid Attendant ............................... 42 11.5 Training........................................................................................................................ 42 11.6 Supplies ....................................................................................................................... 43 11.7 Records ....................................................................................................................... 43 11.8 Transportation of Injured Workers ............................................................................... 43

12 General Safety ...................................................................................................................... 45 12.1 Housekeeping Criteria: ................................................................................................ 45 12.2 Storage Area Criteria: .................................................................................................. 45 12.3 Ladder Criteria............................................................................................................. 45 12.4 Jewelry and Loose Clothing Criteria ........................................................................... 46 12.5 Headset Radio, Compact Disk and Tape Player Criteria: ........................................... 46

13 Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) ......................................................................... 47 13.1 Role of the Committee ................................................................................................ 47 13.2 Organizing the Committee .......................................................................................... 47 13.3 Activities of the Committee .......................................................................................... 47 13.4 14.4 The Meeting ........................................................................................................ 47

13.4.1 Purpose .......................................................................................................... 47 13.4.2 Agenda ........................................................................................................... 47 13.4.3 Conducting the Meetings ............................................................................... 48 13.4.4 Minutes ........................................................................................................... 48 13.4.5 Education and Training .................................................................................. 48 13.4.6 Communication .............................................................................................. 48 13.4.7 An Effective Committee .................................................................................. 48

13.5 Terms of Reference ..................................................................................................... 48 13.5.1 Name of Health and Safety Committee ......................................................... 48 13.5.2 Purpose of the Committee ............................................................................. 49 13.5.3 Functions of the Committee ........................................................................... 49 13.5.4 Records .......................................................................................................... 49 13.5.5 Meetings ......................................................................................................... 49



13.5.6 Agendas and Minutes .................................................................................... 49 14 Occupational Health & Safety Training Policy ...................................................................... 50

14.1.1 Objective ........................................................................................................ 50 14.1.2 Required Program Elements .......................................................................... 50

14.2 Occupational Health & Safety Training for New Employees, & Supplemental Employees ................................................................................................................... 50

15 Material Handling .................................................................................................................. 53 15.1 Safe Lifting .................................................................................................................. 53

16 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) .................................................................................. 55 16.1 Head Protection .......................................................................................................... 55 16.2 Foot Protection ............................................................................................................ 55 16.3 Eye Protection ............................................................................................................. 55 16.4 Clothing ....................................................................................................................... 55 16.5 Fall Protection (Safety Belt or Harness) ...................................................................... 55 16.6 Hearing ........................................................................................................................ 56

17 Program Review / Audit ........................................................................................................ 57 18 Restricted Access ................................................................................................................. 58 19 Right to Refuse Unsafe Work ............................................................................................... 59

19.1 Conditions for Refusal ................................................................................................. 59 19.2 Procedure .................................................................................................................... 59 19.3 Reprisals by Employer Prohibited ............................................................................... 59

20 Roof Work Policy................................................................................................................... 61 20.1 Roof Access Permit ..................................................................................................... 62

21 Aboveground Storage Tanks (AST) ...................................................................................... 64 22 Contractors Guide to Environmental, Health and Safety ...................................................... 65

22.1 Practices ...................................................................................................................... 65 22.2 FM Global “Hot Work Permit” ...................................................................................... 65

Legal Information ......................................................................................................................... 67 Copyright ..................................................................................................................................... 67

Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................. 67 Trademarks ........................................................................................................................... 67 Patents .................................................................................................................................. 67



1 Introduction This document provides an overview of PMC-Sierra's OH&S Program and a general description of how PMC-Sierra manages its OH&S activities. It is designed to serve as a reference for employees, supervisors, clients, and visitors. Specific aspects of the Program, and related technical details, are treated separately in documents listed in the “Table of Contents”. The document was developed at the request of PMC-Sierra's Senior Management, meets all PMC document control standards and brings together in one place a description of all aspects of the OH&S Program.

This document is to be reviewed annually and updated as necessary.



2 Health & Safety Policy

2.1 Policy It is the policy of PMC-Sierra, Inc. to provide a healthy and safe work environment for all employees and visitors. PMC-Sierra, Inc. will comply with the requirements of appropriate regulatory bodies to implement management practices, safe work practices and equipment maintenance standards as required to prevent injury and property loss.

2.2 Scope This Policy applies to all operating and administrative groups within PMC and to contractors working for PMC. It is the intent of PMC to implement a system of management, which identifies and controls factors known to affect the safety performance of this organization. The achievement of safety goals as defined by this approach will require the participation of managers, supervisors, workers, and the various safety committees, which operate within PMC.

2.3 Responsibilities

2.3.1 The Employer The employer must:

· Provide a safe and healthy workplace · Remedy any hazardous workplace condition that might cause harm · Make known all present and foreseeable hazards · Make workers aware of their rights and responsibilities · Develop and support a safety program

2.3.2 Managers It is the responsibility of managers to comply with legal requirements of safety performance. It is a further requirement that managers strive actively to reduce risks to the lowest reasonable levels for all employees. Managers are responsible to ensure the safety of all persons at PMC Sierra, of work methods and tools, and that employees are trained in the correct use of work methods and tools. Managers must meet on a regular basis to discuss issues concerning health and safety and remedy unsafe conditions or practices. Managers must ensure that supervisors implement and enforce the requirements of the health and safety program and are required to ensure that safety and health considerations are stressed in all management decisions.



2.3.3 Supervisors It is the responsibility of supervisors to ensure that the health and safety of employees are not placed in jeopardy by conditions arising from the workplace. It is a further responsibility of supervisors to identify workplace health and safety hazards and, where the supervisor cannot eliminate or control these hazards, to report them to the manager who can. It is the responsibility of the supervisor to develop and implement procedures that comply with applicable standards and regulations. It is the responsibility of the supervisor to monitor the work practices of personnel they supervise and correct unsafe behavior. It is the responsibility of the supervisor to identify the training needs of employees, to provide for these needs and record the training provided, or to communicate these needs to more senior management.

2.3.4 Workers It is the responsibility of workers to perform work in a manner consistent with the safety objectives of PMC-Sierra, Inc. Workers must take all reasonable care to protect themselves and others from safety hazards, recognize the significance of "near-miss" incidents and bring these situations to the attention of their supervisor. It is the responsibility of workers to comply with applicable health and safety standards, regulations, and work practices, and to report promptly to their supervisor any condition that may lead to a violation of these standards, regulations, or work practices. It is the responsibility of the worker to participate in the development of safe work practices and cooperate with the safety committee.

2.3.5 The Safety Committee It is the responsibility of the Joint Health and Safety Committees to identify unhealthy and unsafe situations in the workplace. It is the responsibility of the committees to recommend corrective actions to these situations and to monitor the implementation of these corrective actions. It is the responsibility of the Joint Health and Safety Committee to actively participate in, or ensure that work site inspections and accident investigations are conducted in accordance with PMC. It is the further responsibility of Health and Safety Committee members to ensure open communication of employee concerns and Committee recommendations to senior management within the workforce that the members represent.

2.3.6 Contractors All general contractors must ensure that all measures and procedures carried out on PMC premises comply with local Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and PMC-Sierra Health and Safety Policy and procedures. All general contractors must complete all PMC-Sierra contractor liability documentation. All subcontractors are expected to meet or exceed the obligations of general contractors.



3 Environmental Policy & Procedures The environmental policy of PMC-Sierra is to conduct sustainable operations in a manner, which preserves the quality of the environment. We will comply with the letter and the spirit of governmental regulations and orders. Environmental risks will be reduced to levels as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) below allowable limits. Interactions with the public will be characterized by openness and integrity. We will be accountable. Environment, health and safety will have top priority.

3.1 Reportable Environmental Incidents PMC-Sierra’s guidelines for a reportable incident are one of the following:

· A government action or a non compliance that results in a fine, penalty or adverse publicity; or

· A release meeting any of the following criteria: o Any release which is reportable to a government agency. o Any release involving a death or reportable injury or illness. o Any release that the location anticipates may result in adverse publicity. o Any release that the location anticipates may have a significant impact to human health

or the environment. o Any release to the environment exceeding the limits in Table 1.

Table 1 Reporting Quantity Threshold

Substance Release to the Environment Lbs. (Kgs.) Reactive gases 1 (0.5) Organic solvent 10 (4.5) Petroleum product 100 (45) Acids and bases 100 (45) Other concentrated chemical solution

100 (45)

Other chemical substance 100 (45) Refrigerants (CFCs, HFCs, HCFCs)

500 (225)

Dilute water solution 1000 (45)

NOTE: If you are not sure if you should report an environmental incident, report it to be on the safe side.

3.2 Procedures for Reporting Environmental Incidents Reportable incidents must be reported within a maximum of one (1) calendar day of incident occurrence or discovery. Reporting should be done via telephone call and by e mail / facsimile. The minimum people that should be notified of the incident are:



· Site Security · PMC-Sierra Occupational Health & Safety Department · Site Facilities

NOTE: Governmental procedures (all levels) must also be followed.

When communicating environmental reportable incidents, indicate the following (to the best of your knowledge):

· What the incident is. · Who was involved in the incident? (For example, who, if anyone, caused the incident, was

anyone hurt because of the incident, and so on.) · When the incident happened? · Where the incident happened (please be as specific as possible, for example, state the full

address and section of the building). · Why the incident happened. · How the incident happened. · The sequence of events/actions taken after becoming aware of the incident (i.e., controls put

into place to control the incident, preventive action to prevent a similar action from happening again).

NOTE: If you do not have all the information above, please just answer to the best of your knowledge and report within a maximum of one (1) calendar day of incident occurrence or discovery.



4 Accident Investigation

4.1 Policy Statement It is PMC-Sierra’s policy that all accidents, injuries or illnesses in the workplace are investigated, including the following:

· Critical injuries · Disability, lost time injury · Non-disability, professional medical treatment · Non-disability, first aid treatment · Acute / chronic occupational illness or injury · Non-injury property damage incidents · Near accidents with potential for serious injury / loss · Any fires or explosions causing injury to a person or persons

4.2 Purpose An effective investigation will ensure that the root cause(s) are identified and controlled, thereby reducing the possibility of a recurrence. Controlling accident occurrences is the key to accident prevention. IN SHORT, THE PURPOSE OF AN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION IS ACCIDENT PREVENTION.

4.3 Who? An accident investigation shall be carried out by a supervisor and must involve a working member of the Joint Health & Safety Committee for any accident causing injury. This should be a joint investigation. It is imperative that any investigation involves an interview of the employee affected and an interview of any witnesses.

There should be an on-site assessment of all accidents involving serious injuries or injuries caused by machinery or equipment. Once complete, care should be taken to preserve the accident scene, subject to the overriding consideration of ensuring that prompt medical attention is given to the injured employee. Photographs, sketches and other investigation techniques should be utilized to ensure that a clear understanding of the root cause is obtained.

If an employee dies or becomes critically injured, a member of the Joint Health & Safety Committee and the local government's Occupational Health & Safety Inspector, if applicable, must be notified immediately in order that they may conduct their own investigation.

4.4 When? The time for an accident investigation is always as soon as possible following the incident when facts and details are fresh in the victim and witnesses mind.



4.5 Reporting an Accident An accident cannot be investigated until it is reported. All associates must be made aware that it is their responsibility to REPORT ALL ACCIDENTS, NO MATTER HOW MINOR IN NATURE.

4.5.1 Document Information

4.5.2 The documentation and the proper administration of each claim is vitally important for the analysis and prevention of further injuries. It is also necessary for the proper reporting to government organizations as per local legislation. Procedure 1. In the case of an accident that results in an injury, the first priority is to ensure that the

injured person is properly cared for before any other steps are taken. If the cause of the accident presents immediate danger to others, then steps must be taken to rectify the situation, i.e. stop and / or shut off any moving or otherwise hazardous machinery or anything that could do further damage.

2. Any person injured in the course of employment must immediately report the nature and details of the injury to their supervisor. Any incident resulting in property damage, but not injury, must be reported immediately to their supervisor.

3. When an accident results in a critical injury (see definition below) the Department Manager, Human Resources, Joint Health & Safety Committee and site Security must be notified. The injury scene must be kept undisturbed until a full investigation has been completed. Human Resources is responsible for notifying the regional governmental safety organization immediately. Human Resources will ensure that a full investigation report is prepared and sent to the regional governmental safety organization within forty-eight (48) hours of the accident.

4. Critical injury is defined as an injury of a serious nature that:

o places life in jeopardy; o produces unconsciousness; o results in substantial loss of blood; o involves the fracture of a leg or arm, but not finger or toe; o involves the amputation of a leg, arm, hand or foot, but not a finger or a toe; consists of

burns to a major portion of the body; o involves loss of sight in one eye.



4.6 Joint Health & Safety Committee – Participation in Accident Investigations

A worker member of the Joint Health & Safety Committee who has been appointed will investigate accidents involving critical injuries and / or fatalities and report his / her findings to the regional governmental safety organization and the senior management of PMC-Sierra.

A supervisor will contact the worker member as soon as possible in order to carry out a joint investigation of all lost time accidents (minor or major).

It is the duty of the supervisor to investigate and record all accidents and take remedial steps to avoid recurrences of the accident.

A written record must be kept on the procedures taken to prevent further occurrences of the accident.

4.6.1 Basic Investigation Procedure The basic steps involved in the investigation procedure include. Each step is described in more detail.

1. Gather Information.

2. Sort and Evaluate.

3. Recommendations & Conclusions.

4. Follow up

1. Gather Information o Take measurements. o List witnesses. o Draw a sketch. o Take photographs if necessary. o Conduct interviews.

A Conduct Interview in Private:

Always discuss the incident with the individuals involved, in private. Most times people will feel more relaxed and details will not be influenced by other people.

B Put Employee at Ease:

Emphasize the fact that this is not a faultfinding exercise. Keep in mind that the purpose of the investigation is not to fill in a form but rather find the basic cause to prevent a recurrence. A friendly manner always tends to promote cooperation.

C Ask for Employee's Account:

Be sure the employee knows you want their version of the incident. Listen without interrupting. If a point requires clarification, wait until he / she finishes the initial narrative.



D Ask Necessary Questions:

Plan to use "open ended" questions as opposed to "closed ended" questions. These types of questions will tend to solicit explanations as opposed to simple "Yes " or "No " answers.

E Repeat Employee's Account as You Understand It:

When the story has been repeated, you are offering the employee the opportunity to verify or deny parts as he / she has presented them.

F Close Interview on a Positive Note:

Ask the employee about suggestions on how to prevent a recurrence. This involves the employee and reaffirms the purpose of the interview.

2. Sort & Evaluate o After the interview, analyze the data. o Be objective. o Identify the root cause of the incident. In searching for the root cause, consider the

following criteria: § Identify primary / secondary hazardous conditions that may have contributed to the

injury (e.g., poor housekeeping, congestion, inadequate lighting, no preventative maintenance program)

§ Identify primary / secondary unsafe actions (e.g., horseplay, improper lifting failure to use or wear personal protection equipment, operating without authority)

§ After considering the potential hazardous conditions and unsafe actions, identify the primary and secondary causes, which appear to have been the most direct cause of the incident.

3. Recommendations & Conclusions o Summarize your evaluation. o Provide a recommendation that will eliminate the hazard or prevent a recurrence.

4. Follow Up o Agree on an implementation date and completion date for recommendations. o Review "accident reports" monthly to ensure preventative action has been taken

(Department Manager’s responsibility). o Communicate analysis of root cause(s) and steps taken for prevention to other

employees through posting on bulletin boards, articles in the company publication. o Contact Human Resources for applicable government reporting procedures . o SEND FORMS TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT for employee files



Workplace Injury/Disease Accident – Employee’s Report Form

Employee’s Name _________________________________________________

Home telephone number: ___________________________________________

Work Location: ___________________________________________________

Supervisor's name: _______________________________________________

Date of accident: _________________________________________________

Accident location: ________________________________________________

List names of any Witnesses: _______________________________________

Please describe clearly how the accident/injury occurred (attach accident diagram for all motor vehicle accidents). Please attach additional pages if needed:

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please describe the injury/disease sustained and part of body affected (specify side):

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What action(s) do you recommend to prevent this from happening again?

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

If you seek medical attention, please have your physician fill out PMC-Sierra’s, "Restriction Form to Treating Physician". Please return the “Restriction Form” and this form promptly to your supervisor.

In all cases of workplace injuries/disease the worker should:

1. Promptly obtain first aid.

2. Notify the employer (via your supervisor) of any injury.

3. Notify the employer of the possible onset of a work-related disease/condition (via supervisor).

4. Complete and return all Insurance forms promptly.

5. Cooperate with the medical and vocational rehabilitation program.

_______________________________ _______________

EMPLOYEE’S SIGNATURE DATE



Workplace Injury/Disease Accident – Witness Report Form

Injured Employee’s Name: __________________________________________

Date of accident: _________________________________________________

Accident location: _________________________________________________

List names of any other Witnesses: ___________________________________

Clearly describe how the accident/injury occurred (attach accident diagram for all motor vehicle accidents). Please attach additional pages if needed:

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe the injury/disease sustained by injured party including part of body affected (specify side):

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What action(s) do you recommend to prevent this from happening again?

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please return this form promptly to your supervisor.

_______________________________ _______________

WITNESS’S SIGNATURE DATE



Workplace Injury/Disease Accident – Supervisor’s Report Form Employee’s Name: ________________________________________________

Employee’s home telephone number: _________________________________

Work location: ___________________________________________________

Date of accident: _________________________________________________

Accident location: _________________________________________________

List names of any Witnesses: ____________________________________________

Clearly describe how the accident/injury occurred (attach accident diagram for all motor vehicle accidents). Please attach additional pages if needed:

1. Identify primary / secondary hazardous conditions that may have contributed to the injury (e.g., poor housekeeping, congestion, inadequate lighting, no preventative maintenance program)

2. Identify primary / secondary unsafe actions (e.g., horseplay, improper lifting failure to use or wear ppe., operating without authority)

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe the injury/disease sustained by injured party including part of body affected (specify side):

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Indicate what action(s) you recommend to prevent the accident from happening again and a possible completion date?

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please contact Human Resources for applicable government reporting procedures . Please send completed forms to the Human Resources Department for employee’s files

_______________________________ _______________

SUPERVISOR’S SIGNATURE DATE



5 Blood-borne Pathogens

5.1 Exposure Determination

5.1.1 Explanation of Terms 1. Blood: Human blood, human blood components and products made from human blood.

Blood-borne pathogen means pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, Hepatitis B (HBV) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

2. Occupational Exposure: Reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane or potential contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties.

5.1.2 Job Classifications with Potential for Exposure The following is a list of jobs and job classifications at PMC-Sierra where occupational exposure may be reasonably anticipated. The Emergency Response Group is made up of the following:

· First aid responder · Security Personnel · Fire Brigade/Wardens:

Training records are available in the records retention file.

Blood-borne Pathogens Training must be conducted before above assignments and annually or with changes in procedures. HBV must be offered and documentation of vaccination or waiver must be on file.

NOTE: Contractor personnel may be trained and covered by a primary employer in regard to training and/or immunization. They are not considered PMC-Sierra employees.

5.1.3 Procedures and Tasks The following procedures or other job-related tasks involve potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or where there is a potential for spills and splashes of them. These tasks are termed Category I task:

Task/Procedure Providing first aid, basic and/or advanced life support services for ill or injured personnel - CPR, bleeding control, airway management, venipunctures, wound care.

5.2 Exposure / Infection Control - Methods

5.2.1 Purpose To prevent the transmission of all blood-borne diseases that spread by blood, body fluids and other potentially infectious materials.



5.2.2 Explanation Since medical history and examination cannot reliably identify all patients infected with HIV or other blood-borne pathogens, blood and body fluids precautions shall be consistently used for all patients. These precautions are termed universal precautions.

5.2.3 Engineering / Work Practice Controls Purpose: To institute controls that isolate or remove blood-borne pathogens hazard from the workplace.

Explanation: Alterations in the manner in which tasks are performed can result in reducing or eliminating the likelihood of exposure.

The following are specific controls to be used to eliminate or minimize employee exposure:

· Hand washing: Good hand washing technique using soap and running water are to be practiced before and after contact with all patients. When this is not feasible, antiseptic towelettes are to be used, but washing under running water should be done as soon as possible. Hands should be washed following glove removal. Washing of skin surfaces and flushing of mucous membranes with water should be done following contact of body areas with blood or other potentially infectious materials.

· Needles and Other Contaminated Sharps: Needles and other sharps (scalpels) shall be disposed of using the biohazards infectious puncture-resistant containers provided for that purpose. Recapping of needles is prohibited. Needles are to be removed from vacutainer using the mechanical device located on the top of the container. Immediately following administration of parenteral medication, syringe with needle intact is to be placed in the biohazards infectious puncture-resistant container.

· Eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or lip balm and handling contact lenses: Prohibited in areas of potential risk.

· Food and drink may not be stored in refrigerator or cabinets in First Aid Room or Lab area.

· Procedures involving blood and other potentially infectious materials: Shall be performed in such a manner as to minimize spraying, splashing, spattering and generation of droplets of these substances

· Specimens of blood or other potentially infectious materials: Shall be collected to avoid contamination of the outside of the container. Place specimens in plastic bags and carton to assure no leakages occur during storage and transportation. Use universal Biohazard labels on containers that courier picks up.

· Spills: Contaminated surfaces or equipment in the workplace (i.e. blood on machine or floor in plant will be decontaminated and cleaned appropriately using appropriate disinfectant (i.e. 1:10 solution Clorox - fresh) see section 4.2.5 Housekeeping.



5.2.4 Personal Protective Equipment Explanations: Used where occupational exposure remains after institution of engineering / work practice controls, appropriate personal protective equipment will be provided and / or required. Personal protective equipment should not permit infectious materials to pass through to or reach the employee’s work clothes, street clothes, undergarments, skin, eyes, mouth or other mucous membranes under normal conditions of use and for the duration of time the personal protective equipment will be used. Appropriate personal protective equipment may include gloves, gowns, face shields or masks and eye protection and mouth pieces, resuscitation bags, pocket masks or other ventilation devices.

Specific Personal Protective Equipment: · Latex Gloves: Non-sterile, single use gloves shall be worn if contact with blood or body

fluids may occur or when handling items soiled with the same. Check gloves to make sure they are intact. Do not reuse gloves. Dispose of gloves in proper container (biohazard bags) and wash hands following glove removal. Petroleum-based lotion breaks down the latex in gloves and should be avoided in these situations.

· Paper, disposable gowns and/or coveralls and eye protection (goggles and/or face masks with eye shields) or other body coverings: shall be worn if the potential exists for eyes, nose, mouth or other body areas to become contaminated.

· Pocket masks, face shields, bag valve masks and other adjunctive aids: are to be available in the First Aid Room and with emergency equipment for performing CPR to avoid direct patient contact whenever possible.

5.2.5 Housekeeping · Blood and other spills of other potentially infectious body fluids: shall be cleaned up

promptly and disinfected with fresh 1:10 solution of Clorox (household bleach) and water or other approved cleaning solution. Solution should be made up fresh with each incident.

· Contaminated Articles: Gloves, bandages, and other items contaminated with blood or body fluids are to be placed in the plastic biohazard bags located in the First Aid Room/Station.

· Biohazard bags: that contains contaminated material may be disposed of as regular garbage as long as it is contained in the bag and labeled.

· Broken glassware: or other sharp objects shall not be picked up with hands. Use of mechanical means is advised.

· Reusable articles: such as instruments, thermometers, shall be cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilized prior to reuse.

· Instruments and equipment: that may become contaminated must be inspected for blood or other potentially infectious material on a regular basis and decontaminated as necessary. Cleaning, decontamination and sterilization will be done in accordance with current government legislation and recommendations.

Procedure Specifics: · Clean and rinse instruments and equipment thoroughly before application of disinfectant or

sterilant. Wash with detergent and water, rinse.



· Cidex solution or comparable product will be used for disinfecting and/or sterilizing according to manufacturer’s instructions on label. Record and follow mixing and expiration dates. o To disinfect – immerse equipment completely in solution for minimum of 10 minutes

(10 - 40 minutes). Remove equipment and rinse thoroughly. o To sterilize – immerse equipment completely for minimum of 10 hours. Remove

equipment from Cidex solution and rinse thoroughly with sterile water. · PPE: Disposable latex gloves, eye and /or face protection should be worn when cleaning

and disinfecting soiled equipment.

5.3 Hepatitis B Vaccination

5.3.1 General PMC-Sierra makes available the Hepatitis B vaccine and vaccination series to all employees who have occupational exposure and post-exposure evaluation and follow up to all employees who have an exposure incident. All medical evaluations and procedures including the hepatitis B vaccine and vaccination series and post exposure evaluation and follow-up evaluation and follow-up including prophylaxis, will be:

· Made available at no cost to the employee. · Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Medical Doctor. · Provided according to governmental legislation and recommendations that are current at the

time the evaluations and procedures take place. · All necessary lab tests will be conducted by an accredited laboratory at no cost to employee

5.3.2 Hepatitis B Vaccination Hepatitis B vaccinations will be made available after the employee has received the required training (see Training Section). Within 10 days of initial assignment all employees who have occupational exposure, unless the individual has previously received the complete Hepatitis B vaccination series, testing has revealed that the employee is immune, or the vaccine is contraindicated for medical reasons.

· Prescreening will not be a prerequisite for receiving vaccination. · Employees declining initially may decide to receive vaccine later. · Employees declining vaccination must sign attached wavier. · Booster doses (if recommended by government Public Health Service at a future time) will

be made available. · Employees will be given current information regarding Hepatitis B and the vaccine before

deciding whether to receive the vaccine. · Attachments – Letter offering Hepatitis B Vaccinations and Hepatitis Education Information

and Waiver.



Hepatitis B Vaccine Declination

I ____________________________________________ understand

(Please Print Full Name)

that due to my Occupational Exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials I may be at risk of acquiring hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. I have been given the opportunity to be vaccinated with hepatitis B vaccine at no charge to myself. However, I decline hepatitis B vaccination at this time. I understand that by declining this vaccine, I continue to be at risk of acquiring hepatitis B, a serious disease. If, in the future, I continue to have Occupational Exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials and I want to be vaccinated with hepatitis B vaccine, I can receive the vaccination series at no charge to me.

_________________________________ ___________________________

Employee Signature Date

_________________________________ ___________________________

Witness Signature Date

Please put a completed copy in the employee’s personal file and give a completed copy to the employee.



5.4 Post Exposure Evaluation and Followup

5.4.1 Exposure Incident Means a specific eye, mouth, or other mucous membrane, non-intact skin or potential contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that result from the performance of any employee's duties. All exposure incidents shall be reported to PMC First Aid and the patient’s family doctor or an Emergency Physician. Applicable state and local laws will be followed.

5.4.2 Post Exposure Prophylaxis When medically indicated, will be done in accordance with the government Public Health Service recommendations and will include counseling and evaluation of reported illnesses.

5.4.3 Health Care Professional's Written Opinion PMC-Sierra will pay the costs for the employee to obtain a copy of the evaluating health care professional's written opinion within 15 days of the completion of the evaluation. It will include:

· The health care professional's written opinion for Hepatitis B vaccination shall be limited to whether Hepatitis B vaccination is indicated for an employee and if the employee has received such vaccination.

· The health care professional's written opinion for post exposure evaluation as well follow-up shall be limited to that of the employee until he/she has been informed of the results. This includes being informed of any medical condition resulting from exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials that require further evaluation or treatment.

5.4.4 All Other Findings and Diagnoses All other findings or diagnoses shall remain confidential and will not be included in the written report.

5.4.5 Record keeping · Medical records: will be established and maintained for each employee with occupational

exposure and will include: o Employee name and government employment number. o Copy of employee's Hepatitis B vaccination status including the dates of all Hepatitis B

vaccinations and any medical records relative to the employee's ability to receive vaccinations.

o Copy of all results of examinations, medical testing and follow-up procedures as required by Standard.

o Copy of health care professional's written opinion as required by Standard. o Copy of information provided to the health care professional as required by Standard o Attached form is to be used for all exposure incidents

· PMC-Sierra: will ensure that required employee medical records are: o Kept confidential



o Are not released without employee's written consent to any person within or outside workplace except as required by law

o Records will be maintained for duration of employment · Training records: shall include the following information:

o Dates of training sessions o Contents or summary of training sessions o Names and qualifications of persons conducting the training o Names and job titles of all persons attending the training sessions o Training records shall be maintained for 3 years from the date the training occurred

(See section 4.5 Training)

· Availability of Records: will ensure that all records required shall be made available in accordance to government legislation,

5.5 Training Training will be designed by the Health & Safety Committee in accordance with the OH&S Regulation for Blood-borne Pathogens. This will include all employees covered under the Standard. Training will be conducted prior to initial assignment where occupational exposure may occur and will include an explanation of the following:

· The regulation for Blood-borne Pathogens. · Epidemiology and symptomatology of blood-borne diseases. · Modes of transmission of blood-borne pathogens. · Exposure Control Plan (this Plan). · Procedures which might cause exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials at

this facility. · Control methods, which will be used here to control exposure to blood or other potentially

infectious materials. · Personal protective equipment available, how to obtain it and who should be contacted. · Post exposure evaluation and followup.



6 Confined Space Entry Policy Confined spaces include storage tanks, bins, sewers, in ground vaults, degreasers, boilers, vessels, tunnels, manholes, pits, trenches (more than 4 feet deep), etc. These enclosures, because of inadequate ventilation and/or the introduction of hazardous gases and vapours, may present conditions that could produce asphyxiation, injury, or death.

Before entering a "Confined Space", you must obtain a permit if mandated by the local government and you must read and abide by the rules and regulations stated on the permit, which may include:

6.1.1 Removal of Contents Confined space must be clean, free of hazardous materials/chemicals, and where necessary, purged by water or other equivalent means.

6.1.2 Isolation All input lines that discharge into the confined space shall be disconnected and capped or isolated. The use of a single in-line valve shutoff as the sole means of isolating the confined space from any input line is prohibited. However, the use of double in-line valving arrangement with a vent in between the two valves is acceptable provided that dangerous air contaminants are not introduced by such venting. All valves used for isolation shall be properly tagged. The person performing the job and only this person is authorized to remove the tag upon completion of the job.

6.1.3 Electrical Lockout When electrical devices located within the confined space (motors, switches, etc.) are to be repaired or worked on, the line disconnect switches supplying the power must be tagged and locked in the “Off” position. The lock key is to be kept by the person performing the job, and only this person is authorized to unlock the switch and remove the tag upon completion of the job. Where more than one person is working on the line, each must place a lock on the switch and retain his own key.

Line disconnect switches supplying power to any mechanical apparatus in the confined space (mixers, conveyors, etc.) must also be tagged and locked in the "Off'” position. This must be done for any entry even though work may not be performed on the apparatus itself.

6.1.4 Security of Covers All manhole and cleanout covers shall be removed and the openings maintained clear of any obstruction. Floor openings are to be properly marked and barricaded. When hinged doors or lids are provided, they shall be secured so that they cannot be accidentally closed.

6.1.5 Testing Atmosphere Trained person(s) designated by the contractor or the supplier shall make appropriate tests of the atmosphere in the confined space to assure that no hazard exists or is likely to develop in the confined space and that the oxygen content in the atmosphere is not below 18% and not over 23%.



6.1.6 Continuous Monitoring If the nature of the work to be performed introduces or has the potential to introduce harmful air contaminants, continuous monitoring of the atmosphere is required. If tests indicate evidence of dangerous air contaminants, and/or the oxygen content drops below 18% or exceeds 23%, all personnel must evacuate the confined space immediately.

6.1.7 Ventilation All confined spaces, unless the requirement is specifically waived by the PMC-Sierra’s Environmental Health & Safety Department, must be ventilated by the use of a positive mechanical exhaust system arranged so as to avoid the recirculation of contaminated air. You contact the PMC-Sierra’s Environmental Health & Safety Department to obtain approval not to ventilate.

6.1.8 Buddy System At least one standby fellow employee shall be stationed just outside the access opening of any confined space while such space is occupied.

This person must:

· maintain continuous awareness of the activities and well-being of the occupant of the confined space.

· be able to maintain verbal communication at all times. · be alert and fully capable of quickly summoning help. · be physically able, equipped, and certified to rescue an occupant from a confined space

under emergency conditions. · not enter confined space until properly equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus.

6.1.9 Safety gear and personal protective equipment You must be instructed by your supervisor regarding safety gear and personal protective equipment required including protective clothing, hard hats, respirators, life lines and harnesses. Be sure such instructions are received before entering any confined space.



Work Permit – Confined Space Entry (THIS PERMIT IS VALID FOR ONE SHIFT ONLY)

SECTION I: Work Description

For issue to: _____________________________ from: ______________________________ Persons Name Company Name

Issued for: ___________________ Time: ____________________ to: ____________________ YY/MM/DD Start (24hrs.) Finish (24hrs.)

Description of Confined space: ___________________________________________________

Location: _____________________________________________________________________ Include: Address, Floor & Area of Work

Last known contents: ___________________________________________________________

Possible other contaminants: _____________________________________________________

Cleaning carried out: ___________________________________________________________

Work to be done: ______________________________________________________________

SECTION II: Atmospheric testing is to be performed-by a qualified person

Test : Oxygen ____________Combustibles ____________H2S___________CO __________ 18-23%

Additional tests: __________________________________________________________

Instrument Used: ____________________________________ Calibration Date:____________

Temperature of confined space: ___________________________________________________ If applicable (e.g. boilers)

I __________________________________ believe the information accurately represents the conditions in the confined space. (Name (please print))

_______________________ on: _______________________ at: _______________________ Signature YY/MM/DD Time (24hrs.)

Note: If additional testing was performed attach results to permit.

SECTION III: Protective Measures

Safety harness: Yes No Breathing apparatus: Yes No Alarm: Yes No

Other Equipment: ______________________________________________________________ Specify

Protective Clothing: ____________________________________________________________ Specify

Precautions: __________________________________________________________________ Specify



Standby Person: ____________________________________________ Name (please print)

All inlet and outlet lines are blanked Yes No

It no, reason: __________________________________________________________________

All electromechanical equipment is disconnected and locked out: Yes No

If no, reason: __________________________________________________________________

SECTION IV: Completion of Work

After work period: I_______________________ have/have not completed the work detailed above (Name (please print))

_______________________ on: _______________________ at: _______________________ Signature YY/MM/DD Time (24hrs.)

Additional work to be done: ______________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Other conditions noted: _________________________________________________________

SECTION V: Completion

I _______________________ agree that all necessary precautions have been satisfied. Name (please print)

Supervisor / person doing work: _______________________ on: _______________________ Signature YY/MM/DD

PMC-Sierra, Inc. contact / coordinator: __________________________________________ on: _______________________ Signature YY/MM/DD

Manager of area: __________________________________________ on: _______________________ Signature YY/MM/DD

AFTER ACCEPTANCE A COPY OF THE PERMIT MUST BE KEPT IN THE RECORD RETENTION FILE



6.2 Work Permit Procedures – Entry in Confined Spaces A confined space refers to:

6.2.1 Type A Completely enclosed structures with limited access, eg., storage tanks, boilers, reservoirs or other vessels entered through a manhole.

6.2.2 Type B Tanks, pits, vaults, bins, silos, or other structures in which the top is usually open and the structure is sufficiently deep to require special means of entry and provisions for emergency exit.

6.2.3 Type C Other confined spaces such as ducts, sewers, catch basins, tunnels, A/C units, pipelines, or cyclones not intended for normal human occupancy and where movement is restricted.

6.3 Statutory Requirements:

6.3.1 For entry into confined spaces 1. Mechanical equipment must be disconnected from power source, locked out and labeled;

2. all pipes and supply lines must be blanked off:

3. a competent * person must test, evaluate and permanently record observations for absence of hazards, present or potential;

4. when there is entry, a person must be outside on standby and a person trained in artificial respiration must be conveniently available;

5. an alarm and suitable safety equipment, inspected for satisfactory condition, must be available or in use.

* "Competent Person" means a person designated by his employer as qualified because of his knowledge, training, and experience.

6.3.2 Procedure 1. A Work Permit MUST be completed BEFORE there is entry into a confined space.

2. The atmosphere tests should be done at an appropriately short interval before work commencement.

3. Every section of the Work Permit must be filled out. If a section is not applicable, N/A must be entered.

4. A copy of the work Permit must be conspicuously posted at confined space while work is in progress. This copy must be returned to the permanent record after job completion or permit expiry.



5. All work shall be performed in conformity with : the Occupational Health and Safety Act (for the region), other governmental safety legislation, and PMC-Sierra, Inc. standards.

NOTE:

1. There is a time limit for the Work Permit which must not be exceeded. No Work Permit is valid for more than 8 hours.

2. There is a separate work permit which must be used for cutting and welding.



7 Cutting, Welding, Burning, or Soldering Policy 1. Permission must be obtained from your supervisor (via F.M. Global “Hot Work” Permit)

before any welding, cutting, burning or soldering equipment is used. Work is to comply with F.M. Global “Hot Work” permit.

2. Non-combustible or flame-proof shields or screens must be provided to protect employees from direct rays or arc.

3. Ensure that a fire watch is maintained and all adjacent combustible materials are protected or removed.

4. All “Hot Work” equipment must be maintained in good repair.

Please see Appendices for a copy of the F.M. Global "Hot Work” Permit. This may not be applicable to all sites.



8 Electrical Safety Policy 1. The noncurrent-carrying metal parts of fixed, portable, or plug-connected equipment must

be grounded. Portable tools and appliances protected by the regional governmental safety standard association approved system of double insulation need not be grounded.

2. Extension cords must have the regional governmental safety standard association approval and must be protected from damage, (i.e., do not fasten with staples or extend across an aisle or walkway). Worn, frayed or damaged cords/plugs must not be used.

3. Exposed bulbs on temporary lights must be guarded to prevent accidental contact, except where bulbs are deeply recessed in the reflector. Temporary lights must not be suspended by the electric cords unless designed for this use.

4. Receptacles for attachment plugs must be approved by the regional governmental safety standard association concealed contact type. Where different voltages, frequencies, or types of current are supplied, receptacles must be of such design that attachment plugs are not interchangeable.

5. Do not operate any "in service" switches, breakers, etc., without prior approval from PMC-Sierra’s Facilities Department. Switching orders and tagging are required before any work can begin. The PMC-Sierra Representative will advise you or your supervisor as to switching order procedure.

6. Electrical systems must be locked out before working on them. The responsibility for locking out electrical circuits rests with the person working on the circuit. Always check with the PMC-Sierra Representative before locking out power to the system. All affected employees must be notified. Circuits must be checked with a voltage tester, meter, or other suitable equipment before starting to work. The PMC-Sierra Representative must be present when power is restored. All affected employees must be notified.

7. All voltages should be considered dangerous, even though the voltage may not be great enough to produce serious shock. Contact with low voltages may cause a reflex reaction, which could result in serious injury.

8. Cables and power supply cords must not be run across aisleways and corridors where they

create a tripping hazard. They must be hung overhead to reduce the possibility of traffic cutting or fraying the cord. Cables and power supply cords must have the regional governmental safety standard association approval

9. Exposed voltages in an occupied area must not be left unattended by the worker.

8.1 Working on Live Electrical No worker shall work on or around live exposed parts of the equipment or conductors unless:



1. the equipment/wire is undergoing testing/troubleshooting operations, or

2. if it is not practicable to disconnect electrical equipment or conductors from the power supply.

If work must be done under sub-section (1 or 2) noted above, the entrance to a room or similar enclosure containing exposed live electrical parts shall have a conspicuous sign, warning of the danger, and forbidding entry by unauthorized persons.

If work must be done under sub section (b) noted above, the following rules must be adhered to:

1. the immediate supervisor must be notified;

2. only trained, licensed, authorized mechanics will perform the work (at no time will an apprentice perform these tasks);

3. the worker shall use approved rubber gloves, mats, shields, other protective equipment, and procedures adequate to ensure protection from electrical shock and burns while performing the work; and

4. a “competent” worker (trained & authorized) who can recognize the hazards and perform rescue operations, including artificial respiration, shall be available and able to see the worker who is performing the work.

8.2 Tagging and Locking-Out Procedures 1. PMC-Sierra’s procedures are to be followed and should meet all necessary code.

2. Review drawings of the system to be de-energized and de-activated to determine the switches, power sources, controls, interlocks, pneumatics, hydraulics, computer-controlled sources, robotics or other such devices necessary to isolate the system.

3. All apparatus capable of being electrically energized or pneumatically and hydraulically activated must be de-energized or de-activated by locking out, physically disconnecting or otherwise rendering the apparatus inoperable. Switches, power sources, controls, interlocks, pneumatics, hydraulics, computer-controlled sources, robotics, or other such devices must be appropriately tagged and personally locked out by each person involved in the operation.

4. Test the system with a regional governmental safety standard association -certified potential test indicator to ensure that all components are de-energized and de-activated, including interlocking or dependent systems which could feed into the system being isolated, either mechanically or electrically. Potential test indicators should not be used beyond the voltage limits for which they are rated.

5. Observe the following safe guards for locking out and tagging:

o Notify all affected employees of shut down. o After the circuit has been de-energized and locked out by the person in charge, you

must be protected by personally placing your own safety lock on the disconnect device. The key for your lock must be retained on your person while your lock is in place. The locks provided shall not be mastered.



o Where several workers or trades are working on the circuit, provision for additional locks must be made through the use of a lock-out bar. This arrangement can accommodate any number of locks by placing another lock-out bar in the last tile hole of the previous bar.

o Each worker must attach to his or her lock a durable tag filled out with the information indicated on the following sample. The danger tag will be used only to supplement the lock and to identify the purpose of the locks. It will not be used as a substitute for a lock.

o You must recognize that, even though the disconnect device may be already locked, you are not protected until you attach your personal safety lock.

6. The electrical system must be de-energized and temporarily grounded. All hydraulic and pneumatic systems must be de-pressurized and tested before work commences.

7. A record must be kept of all switches, power sources, controls, interlocks, pneumatics, hydraulics, computer-controlled sources, robotics, or other such devices opened, locked off or otherwise rendered inoperable so that all of these can be reactivated once work is complete.

8. Signs must be placed on the system indicating that it is not to be energized or operated and that guards, locks, temporary ground cables, chains, tags, and other safeguards are not to be tampered with or removed until work is complete.

9. Workers testing electrical systems must:

o remove all watches, rings, neck chains or other current conducting jewelry. o wear electric shock resistant footwear. o wear safety glasses with sideshields, preferably safety tinted.

10. Notify all affected personnel of startup.

11. After the assigned work is completed and the equipment is to be energized, remove your lock(s) and other lock-out devices from the machinery / equipment.

12. Follow prescribed procedures for the proper start-up of a particular piece of equipment or machinery.

13. Look to make sure there are no hazards to personnel or workers. Restart the equipment.

ALWAYS REMEMBER!

· Only ONE lock on each energy source for each worker on the job.



· Never lend the key to your lock(s) to anyone. · Protect others by barricading, roping off, posting signs, etc. · When the power is on, never place yourself in a hazardous position in relation to a machine. · Never stand in front of a disconnect when shutting off or on the energy source. · Use "Extreme Caution" with possible stored energy sources usually found in forms of

gravity, momentum, and residual energy under tension. · Only “competent” workers (trained and authorized) shall perform the work.



9 Emergency Planning / Procedures Please refer to the local guidelines for emergency planning.



10 Ergonomics

10.1 Policy Statement The Group’s ergonomics program ensures the well being of all employees when work practices, equipment or furnishings and / or exposure to specific risk factors may cause or aggravate musculoskeletal injuries. We will strive to ensure that our furniture, fittings and equipment are purchased, designed and installed to meet sound ergonomic principles with respect to their use. Where necessary, we will provide assistive devices such as: foot rests, palm rests, copy-holders, keyboard trays, monitor risers, hands-free headsets, and will arrange for workstation height and layout adjustment.

10.2 Purpose The purpose of the policy is to ensure that:

· Employees understand the basic ergonomic risk factors associated with their work · Employees are made aware of controls available to them to correct or minimize the risk · Employees are encouraged to report early symptoms of discomfort before injury occurs

10.3 Scope The policy covers ergonomics associated with higher risk activities. Particular areas of concern are:

· Office environment: computer workstations · Shipping and receiving

10.4 Definitions

Ergonomics Ergonomics integrates knowledge derived from the human and technical sciences to match jobs, systems, products, and environments to the physical and mental capabilities of people.

Musculoskeletal Injury (MSI) An injury or disorder of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves, blood vessels or related soft tissue including a sprain, strain and inflammation, that may be caused by or aggravated by work.

10.5 Manual Material Handling Manual material handling may cause MSI due to repetitive movement or overexertion. Manual handling includes any task that requires a person to lift, lower, push, pull, hold, or carries any object, animal or person.



10.6 Risk Factors Conditions that may contribute to musculoskeletal injury (MSI) are referred to as risk factors. Risk factors place demands on the body that may cause or contribute to MSI. They may occur individually or in combination with other factors.

Work–related risk factors are divided into two categories:

· Primary · Secondary

Primary risk factors are the physical demands of the task such as:

· Force · Posture · Duration · Repetition · Contact Stress

Secondary risk factors are:

· Environmental Conditions · Organization of Work · Layout and Condition of Workplace · Characteristics of Objects Handled

Force The force a worker exerts on an object. Muscles and tendons can be overloaded with excessive or continuous forceful exertions.

Force is needed to:

· Lift, lower, push, pull or carry an object · Grip, pinch or hold an object · Stop a moving object

Posture Posture refers to the position the worker assumes to do a task. The goal is to maintain a neutral body position to reduce the strain on muscles and ligaments during work. Any work task that requires the body to move away from the neutral posture range is considered an awkward posture. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, and working with the hands overhead.

A posture held for a prolonged period of time is called a static posture. Awkward and static postures require greater force to make the muscles work.

Duration Duration can be a risk factor in the following ways:



1. The length of time a person is exerting a force or holding a posture without movement.

2. The amount of time a person is exposed to a risk factor over a working day.

Repetition The use of the same body part over and over to perform a task increases the risk of MSI when:

· The motion is repeated frequently · There is no rest period to allow the muscles to recover · The motion is unfamiliar such as in a new job or following a prolonged absence from work

Contact Stress Contact stress occurs when a hard or sharp object comes in contact with a small part of the body. Continued pressure from contact can injure nerves and tissues beneath the skin especially in areas without much protective tissue such as the wrist.

10.7 Roles and Responsibilities

10.7.1 The Employer The employer must:

· Provide a safe workplace by developing ergonomics policy and procedural guidelines to assist management teams in the implementation of their duties

· Provide resources to support and maintain an ergonomics program · Monitor and annually review the effectiveness of the program

10.7.2 Corporate Services/Human Resources Corporate Services and Human Resources administer the ergonomics program. They will provide tools, training and support to implement the ergonomics program. Resources include:

· Policy and procedural guidelines · Education and training materials · Risk assessment tools · Report forms · Ergonomic expertise to perform ergonomics evaluations · System to track risk assessments

10.7.3 Supervisors Supervisors are responsible for implementing and maintaining the ergonomics program in their location. Duties include:

· Ensure all discomfort complaints are investigated by the OH&S Committee members · Follow through to ensure that OH&S Committee recommendations are acted on



· Coordinate office modifications or arrange for ergonomics evaluations with Corporate Services as required

· Follow up on investigation recommendations · Ensure employees receive education and training

10.7.4 Occupational Health & Safety Committee · Investigate symptom complaints · Investigate incident reports · Make recommendations for remedial action and/or recommend referral for an ergonomics

evaluation to the supervisor · Follow up on remedial action

10.7.5 Employees · Report early symptoms of discomfort to their supervisor and first aid attendant · Follow safe work practices · Comply with risk assessment recommendations

10.8 Risk Assessment Involves assessing the degree of risk to the workers in jobs or tasks where exposure to risk factors has been identified. Risk assessment will assist in identifying which factors pose a risk of injury to workers, determine where controls are needed, and establish priorities for implementing controls to prevent MSI.

10.9 Education and Training It is important to provide training when building an effective ergonomics program. Identifying and solving workplace risk factors requires some level of ergonomics knowledge and skill. The overall goal of ergonomics training is to provide the knowledge required for the supervisors to manage ergonomic risk factors that may cause injury.

Educating employees enables them to identify aspects of job tasks that may increase the risk of MSI, to recognize the signs and symptoms of the disorders, and to participate in developing strategies to control or prevent them.

Early intervention is the key to prevention of injuries, stress or trauma that may result from faulty ergonomics. Providing information to employees about task variation, stretch breaks, proper body positioning, and workstation set-up will help to reduce potential problems.

10.10 Review Review of the ergonomics initiatives is important to evaluate the effectiveness of the resources and actions taken to mitigate the ergonomics concerns.



Review the incidents of early symptom reporting, First Aid records, follow up on remedial actions taken, (i.e., was the safety committee able to make adjustments to the workstation? Or were engineering controls, such as new equipment, required?) and calculate the rate and severity of musculoskeletal injury resulting from work.

Long Term Indicators of an effective program are:

· Reduction in number of MSI · Reduction in severity of MSI · Increase in productivity · Reduction in absenteeism



11 First Aid

11.1 Introduction First Aid is the immediate and temporary care given to the victim of an injury or illness. Its purpose is to preserve life, assist recovery and prevent aggravation of the condition until medical help is available.

11.2 Policy Staff members who sustain a job related injury or illness, regardless of seriousness, are required to immediately report it to the first aid attendant for treatment and/or recording, and must also report it to their immediate supervisor. If medical treatment is required, staff members are entitled to choose their own medical practitioner. Injuries that require medical attention and arise out of and in the course of employment are compensable by workers’ compensation.

11.3 Assessment The employer must conduct an assessment of the circumstances of the working environment on an annual basis or whenever a significant change affecting the assessment occurs. Assessments are based on:

· Distance from hospital · Level of hazard · Type of injuries typical of the industry · Barriers to first aid being provided

11.4 PMC-Sierra has trained first aid personnel where required by local legislation to assist in case of emergency. Responsibilities of the First Aid Attendant

· Provide first aid care and maintain current certification · Record all reported injuries · Keep First aid equipment and supplies in good order · Summarize injury reports monthly for safety committee

11.5 Training It is the policy of PMC-Sierra that Occupational First aid training shall be provided to designated staff members free of charge. Such training must be conducted by either.

A certified First-Aid Instructor, or A recognized agency (e.g., St. John's Ambulance; Red Cross, etc.)



Valid First-Aid certificates, identifying qualified First Aid Attendants, shall be posted at First Aid Station(s) or in the First Aid Room.

First Aid certificates must be updated at least one month prior to expiry.

11.6 Supplies A First Aid Room or Station shall contain (at a minimum):

1. A First-Aid box containing items required by applicable regional governmental legislation.

2. Notice board displaying:

o valid First-Aid certificates o reporting procedures inspection card for First-Aid box

Adequate First Aid supplies shall be maintained at all times. Such supplies shall be monitored and replenished as required. A semi annual audit of supplies is done to ensure that all eyewash and cleaning solutions are

It is recommended that abundant supplies be kept under lock and key.

11.7 Records A record, in the form of a First-Aid log, shall be kept for all treatment rendered, and shall include (at a minimum):

· Name of injured employee. · Date of injury. · Date of treatment. · Nature of injury. · Nature of treatment. · Name of First Aid Attendant.

A record must also be kept for the monitoring of First-Aid supplies:

· Date of inspection. · Name of person conducting inspection.

It is very important that all employees understand that they must immediately report all injuries no matter how minor they may seem.

First Aid records are kept in the First Aid room and all major incidents are reported to the OH&S Committee.

11.8 Transportation of Injured Workers In the event of a serious accident that requires immediate medical transport the First Aid Attendant shall phone the local emergency telephone number, request an ambulance and provide the following information:



· The location address and directions · What happen to the worker?

Send someone to the main entrance to direct the ambulance attendants.

If an injury is not serious but requires a doctor’s attention, the following shall apply:

The First Aid Attendant or Supervisor shall arrange transportation to the nearest Hospital. Arrangements will be made to return the worker to the work site or if unable to return to the work provide transportation back to the worker’s car or to the worker’s residence.



12 General Safety (Housekeeping, Storage, Ladder, Headset Radios)

Safe work practices help establish and maintain a "safe work environment” for an organization. Below are PMC-Sierra’s current general safety rules.

12.1 Housekeeping Criteria: · A program of scheduled housekeeping inspections (i.e., Joint Health & Safety Inspections,

Workplace Health & Safety Audits, employee workstation inspection...) · No storage of materials in stairwells. · Unobstructed aisles and passageways, especially those designed for emergency egress. · Floors, stairs, sidewalks and ramps free of potential slip or trip hazards. · Orderly arrangement of desks, cabinets, benches, containers, equipment, and stored

material. · Material stored in or on top of cabinets so as to not cause a falling hazard. · Area under raised floor sections free of dirt, trash, and stored material; floor area free of trip

hazards, loose or out-of-place tiles and openings. · No storage in equipment (mechanical, electrical, telephone) rooms. · Maintain required free access (MINIMUM 36 inches - 92 cm) around electrical equipment. · Frequent, orderly, safe disposal of trash.

12.2 Storage Area Criteria: · Self-supporting shelving, firmly secured to walls (or equivalent). · Heavy items stored "knee to chest high" for safe lifting. · Storage above 6 feet (1.9m) high arranged or secured to prevent falling. · Provision of safety ladders wherever storage height exceeds 6 feet (1.9m). · Parts, unattended drawers not projecting into aisles. · A minimum of 18 inches (0.5m) vertical clearance between the top of storage and the

sprinkler deflector.

12.3 Ladder Criteria · No paint or structural defects. · Safety feet for both straight and extension ladders. · No use of metal ladders when working on or near electrical circuits.



12.4 Jewelry and Loose Clothing Criteria · No exposed rings, bracelets, wristwatches, chains, or other jewelry while operating or

servicing machines or equipment with exposed moving parts, while working on live electrical circuits, or while working with chemicals.

· No metal-rimmed glasses worn when contact with live electrical circuits is possible. · Secured long hair, ties, scarves, loose-fitting clothing while working with moving

machinery. · No gloves, bandages, and finger cots while operating equipment where they might be

caught or snagged by moving machine parts.

12.5 Headset Radio, Compact Disk and Tape Player Criteria: Restriction of these devices in:

· Aisles or other areas where power vehicles operate. · Designated hazardous areas; for example, facility equipment rooms, electrical substations,

confined spaces, chemical areas. · Any area or operation where hearing protection is required. · While operating power vehicles.



13 Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC)

13.1 Role of the Committee The committee shall assist in creating a safe place of work, recommend actions which will improve the effectiveness of the health and safety program, and shall promote compliance with the regulations.

13.2 Organizing the Committee The following should be considered when organizing a Health and Safety Committee:

· Committee Size should be based upon the number of employees, degree of hazard, and number of locations.

· Members should be selected who have the ability to work cooperatively in a problem-solving manner.

· Representatives should be chosen to effectively represent all shifts and departments within the organization.

· Alternate members should be selected in the event that the regular members cannot attend. · A Chairperson to run the meetings and a Secretary to document the meetings need to be

elected from the member representatives.

13.3 Activities of the Committee Members cannot only concern themselves with corporate health and safety issues once a month. Not all safety-related problems can wait until the next meeting for resolution. Members should make a point of monitoring the workplace outside of the regular meetings, identify hazards, and make recommendations where necessary. Other activities include:

· accompanying government officials on their workplace inspections · conducting regular inspections of the workplace · investigations of workplace accidents / diseases · dealing with worker concerns

13.4 14.4 The Meeting

13.4.1 Purpose To discuss inspections, investigations of accidents, workplace hazards, worker concerns and consultation with technical experts to increase member knowledge of workplace hazards.

13.4.2 Agenda Should be prepared by the chairperson, or the secretary, and include the following information:

· Time and place of meeting



· Every item the committee considers will receive attention

Business will not be sidetracked. Members will have the opportunity to study the items before the meeting

Meetings should be problem-solving sessions that use the best knowledge and experience, regardless of source, to develop solutions.

13.4.3 Conducting the Meetings The chairperson should strive to arrive at a consensus in order to conclude items.

The procedure to follow is that an item should be presented, discussion by all members should follow, solutions proposed and consensus reached.

Each item on the agenda should receive attention during the meeting. Some items will be too large to deal with at the meeting, and therefore a sub-committee should be set up to review in more detail.

13.4.4 Minutes Minutes should be brief and factual. The minutes provide a permanent record of proceedings, a historical record, and act to inform the employer and employees of decisions and actions that have been recommended.

13.4.5 Education and Training It is recommended that part of every meeting be set aside for education. Members with certain expertise can prepare and deliver a talk, suppliers can be invited to discuss equipment and materials and professionals from outside organizations can also be included.

13.4.6 Communication Committee minutes should be posted in a public place so that all employees are aware of Committee activities.

Minutes from each meeting will be posted on the Health and Safety Website and bulletin board within a week of the meeting completion.

13.4.7 An Effective Committee Key ingredients are:

· A strong commitment by the employer expressed in policies and procedures. · The interest and involvement of the workers.

13.5 Terms of Reference

13.5.1 Name of Health and Safety Committee PMC-Sierra, Inc. Health and Safety Committee



13.5.2 Purpose of the Committee It is a joint committee made up of employee representatives consulting in a cooperative spirit to identify and resolve health and safety problems in support of a planned health and safety program in the place of employment.

13.5.3 Functions of the Committee 1. Make recommendations for the establishment and enforcement of health and safety policies

and procedures,

2. Participate in the identification of dangers to health and safety in the workplace,

3. Obtain information regarding the identification of existing or potential dangers to health and safety at the place of employment,

4. Work with the employer to establish measurable annual safety goals,

5. Advise on and promote specific components of the health and safety program,

6. Receive, consider, and where necessary, investigate concerns respecting health and safety of employees, and, where necessary, make recommendations to the employer,

7. Maintain records regarding the complaints received and the resolution of those complaints,

8. Where applicable review the information resulting from monitoring and measuring procedures, and where necessary make recommendations to the employer,

9. Participate in inspections at all workplace sites concerning the health and safety of employees

13.5.4 Records The committee will keep accurate records of all matters that come before it.

13.5.5 Meetings 1. The committee will meet monthly on an agreed date to be decided at the end of each

meeting.

2. Special meetings, if required, will be held at the call of the Chairperson.

3. A quorum shall consist of a majority of members.

4. The committee will add procedures it considers necessary for the meetings.

13.5.6 Agendas and Minutes An agenda will be prepared by the Secretary under the direction of the Chairperson and be distributed to members prior to the meeting.

Minutes will be prepared as soon as possible after the meeting and will be made available to all employees and requesting government organizations. Minutes are posted for three months in the workplace.



14 Occupational Health & Safety Training Policy 14.1.1 Objective

The objective of this program is to provide Occupational Health & Safety training, appropriate to the task, for all new employees, managers in new assignments, and supplemental employees.

14.1.2 Required Program Elements 1. Provision of necessary Occupational Health & Safety information, including instruction in

the use of personal protective devices and emergency procedures to employees before they start a new work assignment.

2. Required training materials will either be provided or reviewed by the Occupational Health & Safety Department to ensure accuracy and comprehensives.

3. Training records kept for each individual receiving formal Occupational Health & Safety instruction. Records should include subject, date, duration of training, and evidence of satisfactory completion.

o Records kept for completion of any on-the-job training required for specific classes of training. For example, "certified," "qualified," or licensed operators.

o Records kept for as long as an individual is assigned to the task, or until superseded by records of more current training. Records to be kept in employee’s personal files located in Human Resources.

o Normal records retention (or country government) requirements followed after employee job changes.

4. Initial training for new or transferred employees (please see OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEES & SUPPLEMENTAL EMPLOYEES).

5. Additional or refresher training as required

6. Periodic review of department training needs

7. Management training in subjects such as hazard recognition, job safety analysis, accident investigation, and implementation of health & safety programs.

14.2 Occupational Health & Safety Training for New Employees, & Supplemental Employees

PMC –Sierra will provide all necessary OH&S training for its employees and contractors as per local legislation.

1. Ensure the new worker reads the PMC-Sierra Occupational Health & Safety Policy.

2. The workers supervisor must explain the responsibilities of the employer to :

o Provide a safe and healthy workplace o Develop and maintain a safety program in accordance with the local legislation o Remedy any hazardous workplace condition or practice that might cause harm o Make known all present and foreseeable workplace hazards



o Make workers aware of their rights and responsibilities

3. Explain the supervisor’s responsibilities to:

4. Ensure the health and safety of those they supervise:

o Know the regulations that govern the work that they supervise o Provide instructions on hazard controls and orientation o Ensure the health and safety of those they supervise o Monitor activities and correct unsafe acts and conditions o Conduct investigations into all incidents including refusals of unsafe work.

Explain the responsibilities of the worker to:

o To work safely. o To use or wear protective equipment as required by the employer. o To report any dangerous or hazardous situations immediately to your supervisor.

5. The supervisor will further explain the worker’s basic RIGHTS in relationship to occupational health & safety legislation:

o Right to Participate: Workers have the right to work with the employer to identify health and safety hazards in their workplace and recommend solutions to their supervisor, and/or Joint Health and Safety Representative.

o Right to Know: Workers have the right to know the hazards they are being exposed to on the job.

o Right to Refuse Unsafe Work: A worker may refuse work that he or she believes is unsafe. The worker must promptly report the circumstances of the refusal to their supervisor or the person substituting for the supervisor when refusing work (worker must follow rules under occupational health and safety legislation).

6. Inform worker of penalties for contravention of the Safety Program :

o Workers can be disciplined for safety infractions o Supervisors, managers and Corporations can be fined by the regulatory body for serious

safety infractions o Wanton disregard for the safety of workers can carry a punishment of imprisonment

under the authority of local legislation

7. Inform worker that they must report workplace injuries/diseases and accidents immediately to their supervisor

8. Identify who and where the First-Aid attendants are at local site(s).

9. Identify the basic role of the Joint Health & Safety Committee or Health & Safety Representative:



o The committee/representative is an advisory body that helps to stimulate awareness of safety issues, recognizes workplace risks and then deals with these risks. To achieve its goal the committee/representative, conducts regular workplace inspections, makes recommendations in relationship to health & safety (the employer must provide a written response to committee recommendations), conduct accident investigation for critical injuries and other safety related activities. Joint Health & Safety Committee Members are to conduct regular scheduled meetings.

10. Identify who the members of the Joint Health & Safety Committee are or who the Health & Safety Representative is and where they work. You can also email the Health and Safety Committee email address is [email protected].

9. Indicate what & where the Health & Safety Board is at your local site.

11. Inform the employees of any costs connected with a work related claim and how the costs affects them:

12. Inform employee of emergency procedures, as well show employee all emergency exits, and evacuation re-assembly areas.

13. Inform employee that the company Intranet address is for finding Health & Safety Manuals and other related information.

mailto:[email protected]



15 Material Handling 1. Wherever practical heavy lifts should be done with Mechanical devices.

2. When manual handling is required, dollies, pump trucks, 2 wheel carts and similar devices should be used.

3. Workers should know their physical limitations and approximate weight of materials they are trying to lift. Workers should be encouraged to get help when the lifting task may be more than they can safely handle.

4. Piping, conduit, and other materials over 3 meters (10 ft.) long must be carried by two workers, each worker supporting one end of the material to be transported.

5. When transporting piping, conduit, and material under 3 meters (10 feet) in length, the forward end of the material should be raised above head height to reduce the possibility of striking on-coming personnel.

6. Carts, tools, materials, and equipment shall not be left unattended in aisles or stairways.

15.1 Safe Lifting Strains, sprains, fractures and bruises are common injuries caused by improper lifting and handling of material. To eliminate injury occurrence train employees in proper lifting and handling techniques.

The following are basic steps in SAFE LIFTING and handling:

1. SIZE UP THE LOAD and check overall conditions. Do not attempt to lift alone, if it appears too heavy, or awkward. Check for adequate space, safe movement, and good footing.

2. LOOK FOR slivers, nails, SHARP ENDS, etc., when handling materials or packages. If possible, remove them.

3. MAKE CERTAIN OF GOOD BALANCE. Feet, shoulder width apart; one foot beside and the other foot behind the article to be lifted.

4. BEND THE KNEES, DO NOT STOOP. Keep the back straight, not vertical; there is a difference. Tucking in the chin straightens the back.

5. GRIP THE LOAD with palms of the hands and the fingers. The palm grip is much more secure.

6. USE BODY WEIGHT to start the load moving and then lift by pushing up with legs, making full use of this strongest set of muscles.

7. KEEP THE ARMS AND ELBOWS CLOSE to the body when lifting. Be sure you can always see where you are going.

8. DO NOT TWIST THE BODY. To change direction, shift the foot position and then the whole body.

9. If the load is to be lowered, bend the knees, do not stoop.



o Push or pull hand trucks and rollers slowly when nearing corners, intersections and/or where people are present. Do not leave equipment in aisles or passageways.

o Handle COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS units with care. They can explode if roughly handled. Broken valves can cause serious damage to you and others.



16 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) It is the responsibility of PMC-Sierra to ensure employees use the required personal protective equipment (PPE).

16.1 Head Protection All workers must wear an appropriate type of protective headwear for any hazard they may encounter. For construction zones, the protective headwear must have the regional governmental safety standard association approval. Hard hats must not be cracked, painted or have any holes in the shell. It is recommended that the hard hat not be over 5 years old.

16.2 Foot Protection All workers must wear an appropriate type of protective foot wear for any hazard they may encounter. For construction zones, the protective foot wear must have the regional governmental safety standard association approval. If the boot has laces, it is recommended that the laces be tied.

16.3 Eye Protection All workers must wear an appropriate type of protective eye wear for any hazard they may encounter.

16.4 Clothing Cotton or wool fabrics are more flame retardant and, therefore, recommended as work clothes for trades persons.

Loose, ragged, or torn clothing is usually a hazard and should not be worn.

PMC-Sierra requires all workers to wear long pants and shirts with sleeves intact (full T-shirts) when workers are in construction zones.

PMC-Sierra’s customers may require PMC-Sierra’s employees to wear different or additional special clothing. If the required special clothing creates a safety hazard, it must be brought to the attention of the PMC-Sierra Occupational Health & Safety Department.

16.5 Fall Protection (Safety Belt or Harness) · Safety belts (harness type) must be worn when working above 3 meters (10 feet) on straight

or extension ladders when the work involves pushing, pulling or action which may dislodge a person from the ladder.

· Safety belts are also required on swinging or portable scaffolds when handrails and toe boards are not provided 3 meters (10 feet) or more above ground floor level.

· Safety belts and suitable breathing apparatus are required for all work in confined spaces where oxygen deficiency or toxic vapours may exist.



· All lifelines must be safely secured to stable and adequate supports. DO NOT secure lifelines and safety belts to the sprinkler system or utility piping, since they may not possess sufficient support strength.

· Fall protection must be worn by a worker who may fall: o a distance of 3 meters (10 ft.) or more; o into operating machinery; o into water or other liquid or o into or onto a hazardous substance or object.

· A fall arrest system which is attached securely, shall be so arranged that if a worker falls, the person will be suspended not more than 1.5 meters (5 ft.) below their location before the fall.

· If the worker is wearing a fall protection belt, it is imperative that the "D" Ring be on the middle of the back and worn snugly. The "D" Ring on a harness shall be situated between the shoulder blades and all straps should be tightened snugly.

· A worker on a power elevated work platform shall wear at least a safety belt attached to the platform for their protection.

16.6 Hearing Workers who work in an area where they could be subject to loud noises that damage hearing, must wear adequate protection



17 Program Review / Audit It is the policy of PMC-Sierra to review and update its program at least once a year, to ensure that it is in compliance with:

· governmental legislative changes · operational changes · new best practices

The Occupational Health and Safety Program owner has the responsibility to ensure that the program is:

· reviewed · updated · audited for compliance

Below is the location audit schedule:

· Head Office, distribution centres, manufacturing, lab (chip testing), and others when identified high risk to be audited annually:



18 Restricted Access It is the policy of the company to restrict access to certain areas of the property to assure security and/or safety. Areas requiring restricted access include but are not limited to:

· Major mechanical/electrical areas such as central plants, switch gear rooms, fire pump or generator rooms, etc. Short-term visitors to these areas should be escorted by an engineer or other company personnel.

· Roof areas, unless required to be left unlocked by local fire code. · Engineering areas, such as the shop, breakroom, locker room, offices, etc. · Any area having an extension set on the building office telephone system. · When possible, entry into confined spaces · Any access to restricted areas must be approved by the appropriate Department Manager



19 Right to Refuse Unsafe Work

19.1 Conditions for Refusal An employee can refuse to perform work if he or she has reason to believe that:

· The equipment to be used is likely to endanger him or her or another worker. · The physical condition of the workplace is likely to endanger. · The equipment, machinery or physical condition of the workplace is likely to endanger any

worker or contravene the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation or local legislation.

19.2 Procedure If a circumstance does arise:

· The employee (worker) must notify his/her supervisor immediately of the refusal · The supervisor must immediately investigate the situation in the presence of the employee

(worker) and one of the following: o Health and Safety Committee Member o Health and Safety Representative o Employee selected by the Union or employees

If the employee is not satisfied with the results of the investigation, he/she may continue to refuse to work.

· The company may ask another employee to operate the machine or work in a particular area, however the circumstances of the first employee's refusal to work must be explained to him/her in the presence of one of the following: o Health and Safety Committee Member o Health and Safety Representative o Employee selected by the Union or employees

The other employee asked to perform the work may also refuse to work if they feel that the work may endanger them or another worker.

· If the refusal cannot be resolved by the supervisor, notify Human Resources. The Human Resources representative will notify the appropriate government official if an appropriate resolution cannot be achieved. The government official will investigate the situation and determine whether the worker's refusal to work is legitimate.

19.3 Reprisals by Employer Prohibited No employer or person acting on behalf of the employer shall.

1. Dismiss or threaten to dismiss a worker;

2. Discipline, suspend or threaten to discipline, a worker;

3. Pose any penalty upon a worker;



4. Intimidate or coerce a worker because the worker has acted in compliance with the applicable local Legislation and Regulations and has sought the enforcement of the Act or Regulations.



20 Roof Work Policy 1. At least two employees must be present during all work on roofs.

2. During all rooftop operations within 10 feet of the roof edge, the contractor must have a properly secured safety harness or a safety railing that meets all legal requirements along the roof edge.

3. Contractors must submit their written fall protection plan for the job.

4. Written permission must be obtained from the PMC-Sierra Representative via a completed “Roof Access Permit” before entering the roof.



20.1 Roof Access Permit DATE ISSUED: ___________________ EXPIRY DATE: __________________________

LOCATION OF WORK: _______________________________________________________

SITE EMERGENCY NUMBER: _________________________________________________

PURPOSE OF VISIT: ________________________________________________________

SAFETY DEVICES USED, IF ANY: _____________________________________________

INSTRUCTIONS RE: ACCESS TO OR WORKING UPON ROOF AREAS

1. No person shall enter or remain on any PMC-Sierra, Inc. roof unless accompanied by at least one other person to act as a safety watch. Maintenance personnel may inspect the inside penthouses when radio contact is continually monitored by the Maintenance department. For inspection of Utility Plant roof mounted equipment, refer to Utility Plant logbook.

2. No PMC-Sierra, Inc. employee shall perform work at any point nearer than 3 metres to an unguarded roof edge unless secured by an approved safety belt in good condition. No Contractor shall work at roof edge where he must lean over to perform his work unless secured with an approved safety belt or harness. Safety belt or harness shall meet the criteria described in The Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other governmental legislation.

3. Inspection only may be carried out without a safety belt provided that a safety watch is maintained and that no tools shall be used unless a safety belt is worn.

4. Work may be performed without a safety belt on roofs when a parapet or suitable guard with a minimum height of 107 cm. is in existence or is provided by the worker.

5. Contractor work to be performed as outlined in PMC-Sierra, Inc. “Contractor’s Guide to Occupational Health & Safety Practices”. If you do not have a copy please obtain one before working. All contracts must be insured to perform elevated work.

6. All work shall be performed in conformity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (for the region), other governmental safety legislation, and PMC-Sierra, Inc. standards.

7. All tools and equipment used in roof work must be inspected and certified in good condition before a Roof Access Permit shall be granted.

8. Time and date of roof access shall be registered with the appropriate security personnel, and the same notified immediately at the time roof area is vacated.

AGREEMENT

All persons entering upon a PMC-Sierra, Inc. roof shall conform to the above instructions and shall record below.

_____________________________ _____________________________ NAME SIGNATURE

_______________________ ____________



EMPLOYEE SERIAL (OR COMPANY NAME)

NOTE: Each occurrence of roof access by the above mentioned individual must be recorded on the roof access log.

___________________________________ - ________________ - _______________ SIGNATURE, PMC-Sierra, Inc. REPRESENTATIVE DEPT PHONE NUMBER



21 Aboveground Storage Tanks (AST) An AST is a tank and any underground piping connected to the tank that has 90% or more of its volume above adjacent ground level.

ASTs must meet the following minimum requirements:

· Have a leak detection system or be doubled walled (i.e., outer wall can contain 110% of the tanks contents.

· Have spill and overfill protection · Have a documented periodic (at least monthly) inspection plan. · Documented approval for use by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction. · Be documented in the facility profile.



22 Contractors Guide to Environmental, Health and Safety

22.1 Practices

22.2 FM Global “Hot Work Permit”



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