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CDK
CONSTRUCTION
SERVICES, INC.
SAFETY PROGRAM
Glen Kuntz
Safety Director
In 2000, hired as
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Operations Manager
Safety Director.
Prior to CDK…
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U.S. Navy 12 Yrs
City Council & Mayor 17Yrs
Business Owner 23Yrs
Active in construction industry over 23 Yrs
Why I am here…
In 2004 we had a fatality accident, of a
sub-contractor at one of our job sites.
We feel it is important to share with
others how the job site fatality effected
CDK Construction Services.
What Happened
In 2004 an Iron worker fell through an
opening in the roof
How the 2004 incident
effected the company:
Low Productivity
Project slowed to a snail’s pace
Time Loss for Employees to be present
at:
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Meetings
Depositions
Public Relations
CDK Reputation
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Questions from our clients about the
incident and their concern about it
happening on their project.
Rumor mill was working overtime
Financial Component
Fines
Lawyer Fees
Loss of productivity on incident site.
Impacts within the Company
Stress
At an all time high for
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Owners
Management & Office staff
Field Workers on incident site and through out the
company.
Morale
Was at an all time low
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Lost key employees due to the uncertainty
of the L & I outcome and company’s ability
withstand the pressure put on all of us.
CDK’s Safety Program was and is
an excellent program.
After 2004,
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complete review of our safety program
 identified areas of improvement, to ensure this
from ever happening again.
We have all heard how important
documentation is…
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Implement checks and balances
Plenty of hands on training…
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identified area of weakness…
documentation
The #1 Enhancement to our Safety
Program…
Subcontractor safety packet
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outlines and provides the necessary
documentation
Contains tear out pages
 sub-contractors understand what is required of
them pertaining to Safety on our job site.
identifies disciplinary and/or monetary
action will be taken if all safety rules
are not followed properly.
Sub-Contractor Safety Packet
Packet Pages 120 thru 133
Prior to start of any work
Sub-Contractor Shell
Provide to CDK Jobsite Superintendent:
Site Specific Safety Plan
Fall Protection Plan
MSDS Index & MSDS Sheets
Job Hazard Assessment
Provide Daily to CDK Jobsite Superintendent:
All Daily Equipment Pre-Operation Site Safety Checklists
All Daily Equipment Pre-Operational Checklists
Provide Weekly to CDK Jobsite Superintendent:
Copy of Weekly Safety Inspection
Copy of Weekly Safety Meeting Minutes
All Employees of Sub-Contractor shall sign the following:
Their Employer’s Site Specific Safety Plan Located in CDK Job Site Office
Their Employer’s Fall Protection Plan Located in CDK Job Site Office
CDK Safety Rules and Information Work Rules
CDK Job Site Hazard Assessment Checklist and Emergency Plan
CDK Site Specific Safety Plan (Sub-Contractor Supervisor only)
CDK Fall Protection Plan (Sub-Contractor Supervisor only)
I understand and Agree to the above requirements.
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Sub-Contractor Supervisor Signature
Date
Safety Rules and Information
Subcontractor
Work Rules
Company Name:___________________________________________________
Supervisor Name: _________________________________________________
Contact Phone Number: _____________________________________________
NOTE: You are to comply with all Washington State Laws and DOSH regulations
including, but not limited to, Safety Programs, Fall Protection Plan, Right-ToKnow (MSDS) Program, Training in Proper Use of Ladders and Stairways,
Scaffolding and Proper Trenching.
1. Observe and comply with all safety regulations and signs.
2. Report all unsafe working conditions or potentially hazardous situations
immediately to CDK Foreman or Superintendent.
3. In the event of an emergency immediately notify CDK Superintendent and
call 911 from the nearest phone.
4. Attend and participate in weekly job site safety meetings
5. Inspect all personal protective equipment prior to each use. Use your tools
properly.
6. Assured Electrical Grounding is required on all CDK jobsites.
7. In the event of any equipment or tool damage, discontinue its use
immediately and report it to your Foreman or Superintendent as soon as it is
practical.
8.Follow instructions. Ask questions when in doubt about the proper us of
tools, equipment or personal protective equipment.
Safety Rules and Information (continued)
9. Operate only equipment and Powder Actuated tools you
are qualified to operate. Operator cards or a letter from
your company office verifying training must be of file in the
job shack with our superintendent.
10. Talk to CDK Foreman or Superintendent at any
reasonable time about problems that affect your safety or
work conditions.
11. Use personal protective equipment: MINIMUM
requirements for personal protective equipment are:
Head Protection – High impact plastic hard hats meeting
OSHA standards.
Hearing Protection – Ear plugs.
Eye Protection – Goggles or impact resistant safety glasses.
Hand Protection – Gloves are required when handling
hazardous substances, Demo and are strongly
recommended when handling cables, ropes, etc.
Safety Rules and Information (continued)
Respiratory Protection – Masks are required when
appropriate for an activity.
Leg Protection – Long legged, heavy denim type
pants are required and chaps when using a chain
saws. Shorts, cut-offs and sweats will not
tolerated.
Upper Torso – During summer months, chest and
shoulders must be protected with at least a Tshirt, with 4” sleeves minimum. No tank or halter
tops. Reflective clothing when required.
Foot Protection – Hard soled work boots are
required. Sears or Red Wing type/quality. No
tennis shoes, thongs, high heels, etc.
Safety Rules and Information
(continued)
12. In compliance with Washington State Law and WAC
296-155-610 Motor Vehicles, any employee driving a
motorized vehicle is required to wear a seat belt at all
times. All equipment that is designed with roll over
protection, seat belts shall be provided and used.
13. Absolutely no alcohol or illicit drugs on the job.
14. Absolutely no working under the influence of alcohol or
illicit drugs.
15. Absolutely no fighting on the job site.
16. You shall maintain a supervisor who speaks the same
language as the crew for safety communication.
Failure to comply with work rules 1 through 10 may result
in permanent removal from job site.
Failure to comply with work rules 13 through 15 will result
in immediate permanent removal from job site.
Safety Information
First Aid kits are located in the Superintendent’s office and
at designated safety stations as needed.
Emergency telephone numbers are posted in the
Superintendent’s office.
In the event of fire, extinguishers are located at all welding
machines, cutting torches and in each of the field offices
and project sites.
Any suggestions which would improve safety at the job site
are welcome.
A copy of CDK Construction Services, Inc. Right-To-Know
program poster is available in the Superintendent’s office
and available for you to review.
CDK Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are located in the
Superintendent’s office and available for your review during
work hours. All sub-contractor (MSDS) sheets & index are
required to be on file in the job office.
Your Site Specific Safety plan and Fall Protection Plan will
be on file in the Superintendent’s office and available for
your review during work hours.
Safety Information (continued)
CDK Foreman and Superintendent are trained in First Aid and CPR.
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 Name of your First Aid & CPR Trained Person:
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 Name of competent person:
NOTE: If you change Crew or Lead it is your responsibility to
train them on all Safety requirements.
Please review the bulletin board which contains additional safety
information.
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I have read or have had read to me the above Safety Rules .
I understand and agree to them.
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Date
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Date
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Sub-Contractor Blank Forms
CDK provides generic Safety forms
Weekly Job Site Safety inspection
Monthly Equipment Safety Inspection
Pre-Operational Daily Site Inspection
Pre-Operational Fork Lift Check List
Pre-Operational Aerial & Scissor lift Check List
Subcontractor / Supervisor
Sub-Contractor Name: _____________________________________________________
Project: __________________________________________ Date: _____-_______-____
Pursuant to Washington State law and our subcontract agreement with you, you are required to have
your on-site employees attend our weekly safety meetings or conduct weekly safety meetings of
your own. We consider these meetings to be of utmost importance in providing a safe work
environment for all on-site personnel.
If the safety rules are not followed you will receive a written notice. The first notice will be a
warning. The second will be money withheld from your contract and if no fines are assessed, the
money will be released with final payment except for a $100.00 administration fee. The third will
be Removal from jobsite and possible termination of your contract.
If you choose not to have your employees attend our safety meetings, we require that you send a
designated representative to our meeting and provide a copy of the minutes from your own safety
meetings for our review.
Our superintendent (jobsite supervisor) will notify you of the time and location of our safety
meetings.
You are also to comply with all Washington State laws and DOSH regulations. See attached
subcontractor safety rules and information.
We at CDK Construction Services take the matter of job safety very seriously. We hope you will
comply with the practices we have instituted.
Very truly yours,
Glen Kuntz Safety Director
CDK Construction Services Inc.
I understand and Agree to the above requirements.
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Sub-Contractor Supervisor Signature
Date
Acknowledgement Statement
Maintain this safety information packet on-site
I, the undersigned, acknowledge receipt of CDK Construction Services Inc. Safety Rules and
Information Work Rules. I have read and understand all the rules, regulations and procedures.
I am aware that is my responsibility to follow the safety rules, regulations and procedures and
accept them.
I am aware that failure on my part to follow the safety rules, regulations, and procedures will
result in disciplinary actions, up to and including permanent removal from jobsite, and possible
termination of contract.
I understand that I have a direct responsibility for my safety and the safety of others on the job
site. I will take all steps necessary to correct and/or report unsafe acts and conditions.
I will report all injuries or accidents, which occur during the course of work, immediately to CDK
jobsite supervisor and my supervisor.
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Print Sub-Contractor Supervisor’s Name
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Sub-Contractor Supervisor’s Signature
Date
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CDK Supervisor’s Signature
Date
Recognition Ticket Book & Tracking
CDK Construction Services Inc.
First Occurrence
Second Occurrence
Worker Recognition and/or
Discipline Notification
Third Occurrence
Copies To: Worker, Site Safety, Project Manager, Subcontractor (if Applicable) And Safety Director
Name _______________________________________________________ Date _______________
Trade ____________________________________ Note __________________________________
Project Name _________________________________________________ Job # ______________
Location _________________________________________________________________________
Date Of Occurrence __________________________________ Time ___________________AM/PM
Area of Occurrence_________________________________________________________________
Witnesses ________________________________________________________________________
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The worker was advised verbally and in writing of the occurrence. describe below and was instructed
To correct the situation immediately as required.
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Prepared By:
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Please Print
Signature
Date
CDK Superintendent:
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Please Print
Signature
Date
Worker:
______________________________________________ ____________________ ____________
Please Print
Signature
Date
Note: Failure of the worker to act safely could lead to further discipline, up to and including
Removal from workplace.
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THINK
SAFETY
ALWAYS
White: Worker
Yellow: File
Pink: S/D
Safety Alert Program
2006
INICIDENT ALERT #___2___
Cut to right index finger
To all Supervisors:
Please read this Incident Alert with your crew at your next safety meeting.
CDK # of L&I claims 2006: 2
Running Case Total for 2006: 2
This Alert is in response to a CDK incident.
Near Miss
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First Aid
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Medical Treatment
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Time Loss
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Total lost days, all cases:
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This Alert is in response to a Sub-Contractor incident.
Near Miss
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First Aid
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Medical Treatment
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Time Loss
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Total # of Sub incidents:
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Safety Alert Program Continued
INCIDENT ALERT
On June 8th at 11:15 am
A laborer was replacing old siding on a building between two scupper. When he
pulled the old piece of siding off, he ran his finger along the edge of the scupper
cutting his right index finger. He was treated at a nearby clinic, receiving three
stitches. Employee returned to full duty.
LESSONS LEARNED
Beware of surroundings, including any and all hazards. Make sure to wear gloves; if
gloves had been worn in this case, the injury would not have occurred.
ACTION ITEMS
Gloves are provided to all employees.
Gloves are required to be worn during demolition and when working with flashings or
sharp objects.
Inform all CDK and Sub-Contractor employees on your jobsite of this Incident Alert,
to ensure this type of incident is not repeated.
All employees: If you have any questions or concerns relating to this alert or any
other alert, or any safety issues, please contact me at 206-255-9470.
Glen Kuntz
Safety Director
CDK Construction Services, Inc.
Safety Director
Full Time No Other Duties.
Extensive Advanced Safety Training through the U/W OSHA Region X Training Center, Argus
Pacific, Overton Safety and Evergreen Safety Council.
Enrolled in the Safety & Health Specialist Program @ U/W
1 course to completion
I am an authorized OSHA outreach instructor.
Safety Standards for construction Industries
Instructor In
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Osha 10 & 30
Forklift
Arial & Scissor lift
CPR & First Aid
Certified as
Asbestos Abatement Supervisor
AHERA Building Inspector
Flagger
Trained in
Accident Investigation, Fall Protection Equipment Inspection, Industrial Hygiene, Respirator Fit testing, Excavation,
Trenching & Soils Mechanics, Blood born Pathogens, Hearing Conservation, Scaffolding, Water Intrusion and Mold in
construction, Third Party Liability in the worksite Safety and Health, Silica
Truck with canopy stock with most safety gear needed on our job sites.
Employee Training
Continued weekly classroom and field training for all Employee’s
Safety training for employee’s is provided through ABC, Apex
Construction Safety, Approach Management, Overton Safety,
Argus Pacific, Various factory Rep. and Myself
A New Year!
Hired Kurt Stranne of Apex Construction Safety to work with
us to streamline the CDK Safety Manuel
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The manual is an interactive tool that supervisors use daily
Site specific safety boxes
Safety information on the back of pay stubs weekly
Safety alert notices are reviewed by the entire company during
weekly safety meetings
Request monthly L & I consultations on various jobsites
Safety recognition awards bank & store “Safety Pays”
“Safety Through Training”
A piece of advice…
Get to know your employees
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Possible distractions
 Drugs/alcohol
 Stresses at home
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Money
Marriage/Divorce
Death
Children
 Work Environment
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Recognize employee overload
 Tell your employees that it’s okay to say,
“my plates full.”
 Co-workers
 Sub-contractors
…and the list goes on
How my body & mind reacted
Monday Phone Call
Blame
Crises Councilor
Uncontrolled Emotions
High Blood Pressure
Safety Determination