Safety Rules - Union Pacific Railroad

[Pages:214]Union Pacific Rules

Safety Rules

Effective June 1, 2017 Includes Updates as of February 15, 2019 PB-20369

Union Pacific Railroad. All Rights Reserved.

These rules become effective at 0900, Thursday, June 1, 2017. At that time, all previous rules and instructions that are inconsistent with these rules become void.

STATEMENT: Statement of Safety Policy 70.0: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 71.0: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 72.0: FIRE PREVENTION 73.0: EXPLOSIVES 74.0: VEHICLE OPERATIONS 75.0: MATERIAL HANDLING 76.0: TOOLS AND MACHINERY 77.0: MECHANICAL LIFTING/PULLING OPERATIONS 78.0: ELECTRICAL 79.0: WELDING 80.0: WALKING/WORKING SURFACES 81.0: WORKING AROUND TRACKS OR BEING ON EQUIPMENT 82.0: HANDLING SWITCHES AND DERAILS 83.0: INTERMODAL RAMP RULES

For business purposes only. Unauthorized access, use, distribution, or modification of Union Pacific computer systems or their content is prohibited by law.

GLOSSARY: Glossary INDEX: Index

Union Pacific Rules

Safety Rules

STATEMENT: Statement of Safety Policy

STATEMENT: Statement of Safety Policy

STATEMENT: Statement of Safety Policy

It is Union Pacific Railroad's policy to conduct its business in a manner that addresses the safety of employees, contractors, customers and the communities we serve. Union Pacific will strive to prevent all incidents, accidents, injuries and occupational illnesses through the active participation of all stakeholders. The company is committed to continuous efforts to identify and manage safety risks associated with its activities. Accordingly, Union Pacific's policy is to:

Encourage and support: Employee engagement in workplace safety; A Total Safety Culture; Care for employees;

Maintain infrastructure and equipment, establish documented safety management systems, provide training and conduct operations in a manner aimed at safeguarding people and property; Communicate with employees, contractors, communities and customers with respect to their roles and responsibilities surrounding rail safety. Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and instructions. Respond quickly, effectively, and with care to emergencies, accidents, or incidents in cooperation with authorized government agencies; Undertake appropriate reviews and evaluations of its operations to measure progress, foster compliance with this policy and continually improve.

Rule Updated Date May 2, 2016

^Top

Union Pacific Rules

Safety Rules

70.0: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Chapter Introduction

70.0 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

70.0: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 70.1: Safety Responsibilities 70.2: Reserved 70.3: Job Briefing 70.4: Reserved 70.5: Reserved 70.6: Lifting and Moving Material 70.6.1: Lifting with Two or More Employees 70.7: Protection of Body Parts 70.8: Safety Around Machines and Equipment 70.9: Reserved 70.10: Cabinets 70.11: Office Equipment and Furniture 70.12: Protruding Objects 70.13: Energizing Machinery 70.14: Damaged or Defective Machinery 70.15: Compressed Air / Gas 70.16: Reserved 70.17: Rail Under Tension 70.18: Fusees 70.19: Air Contaminants 70.20: Internal Combustion Engines 70.21: Spills 70.22: Skin Protection 70.23: Hazard Communication Standard 70.24: Drums and Containers 70.25: Working with Refrigeration Systems

70.0: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

70.0 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Rule Updated Date July 2, 2013

^Top

70.1: Safety Responsibilities

70.1

Ref. Rule(s)

1.1 1.1.1 1.1.2

Safety Responsibilities

Employees are empowered to work safely and must:

Be responsible for personal safety and accountable for their behavior. Correct or protect any unsafe condition or practice and report to proper authority. Maintain situational awareness. Work within the limits of physical capabilities. Excessive force must not be used to accomplish tasks.

Rule Updated Date July 2, 2013

^Top

70.2: Reserved

70.2

Reserved

Rule Updated Date January 7, 2019

^Top

70.3: Job Briefing

70.3

Ref. SRM Section R

Job Briefing A. Job Briefing Requirement Job briefing must be conducted:

With all individuals involved in the task before work begins. If work plan or work group changes.

B. Conduct Job Briefing Job briefing must:

Consider existing and potential hazards that might be involved as a result of: Weather. Scope of work. Tools and equipment.

Identify PPE requirements. Assign responsibility. Explain group / individual assignments, while considering abilities and experience. Be aware of work groups and equipment in work area. Identify job location. Verify understanding of instructions and assignments.

For complex jobs:

Brief only a portion of the job. Conduct additional briefing(s) as the job progresses.

Complete and sign the job briefing document when applicable.

Rule Updated Date July 2, 2013

^Top

70.4: Reserved

70.4

Reserved

Rule Updated Date

January 7, 2019

^Top

70.5: Reserved

70.5

Reserved

Rule Updated Date January 7, 2019

^Top

70.6: Lifting and Moving Material

70.6

Lifting and Moving Material

Before lifting or moving:

1. Check the load for size, weight, stability, and grip. 2. Make sure the pathway to be used is clear of obstructions, debris or other conditions which may

cause loss of footing. 3. Inspect the area where material will be placed, preferably at waist height and without reaching. 4. Choose the proper lifting technique (e.g., squat, semi-stoop, or balanced one-hand lift).

Each person is responsible for determining their lifting limitations. Obtain additional help or mechanical assist device(s) to lift or handle heavy or awkward objects.

While lifting, observe the following principles:

Ensure secure footing and a good grip on the materials. Keep the object close to your body. Keep your upper body erect. Lift smoothly--do not use jerky motions. Do not lift and twist at the same time.

Rule Updated Date July 2, 2013

^Top

70.6.1: Lifting with Two or More Employees

70.6.1

Lifting with Two or More Employees Conduct a job briefing before lifting to define:

Responsibilities. Techniques for the type of lift being performed. Which individual (positioned at either end) will give commands for all movements (lifting, walking, lowering, or throwing).

When possible, avoid walking backward or sideways.

Rule Updated Date July 2, 2013

^Top

70.7: Protection of Body Parts

70.7

Ref. Rule(s) 70.5 81.15 81.20

Protection of Body Parts

Do not place hands, fingers, feet, legs or any part of your body in a position where they might be struck, caught, pinched or crushed.

When opening or closing door or hatch:

Visually inspect for obstructions before operating. Use handle or grab iron only. Keep body parts clear of sides and edges and observe while operating. Do not use feet. Use caution as wind or slack action may cause doors or hatches to slam shut.

Rule Updated Date

 ................
................

In order to avoid copyright disputes, this page is only a partial summary.

Google Online Preview   Download