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SAFETY POLICY

1. It is the policy of this company to provide a safe work place for all employees.

2. This policy includes observations of construction safety regulations, which are setforth in Federal, State, and Local standards.

3. Safety shall not be sacrificed for expediency under any circumstances.

4. Safety must be considered an integral part of quality control, cost reduction, andjob efficiency.

5. The health and general well being of each employee is of primary importance to theobjectives of the company safety plan.

6. Management will designate an individual to be responsible for safety throughoutthe company.

7. The safety person will make inspections of job sites, as well as shop operations, touncover unsafe conditions and unsafe acts before they can cause an accident.

8. Safety training of company employees will be an ongoing program to promote asafe work place for all.

9. Employees conducting themselves in an unsafe manner are subject to companysdisciplinary program.

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SAMPLE COMPANY LETTER

(On Company Letterhead)

To: ALL EMPLOYEES

As president of______________(Co. Name)________________ it is my intent to provide a safework place for all employees. ______________(Co. Name)_________________________ iscommitted to performing all work in a safe and professional manner. We believe this tobe in the best interest of our employees, as well as the company as a whole.

To ensure that we maintain a safe work place, management through implementation ofthe company safety plan will work toward safety in every aspect of our daily operationWe ask that all employees familiarize themselves with the company safety plan andobserve all safety regulations. This combined effort will contribute to a safe workplace forall.

The success of__________(Co. Name)_________________________safety program depends onthe efforts and actions of individual employees. Safety will NOT be sacrificed forexpediency under any circumstances. We expect all our employees to think and WORKSAFELY!

Sincerely,

________(Co. Name)_______________

Joe DoePresident

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MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Familiarize employees with the company safety program. Incorporate program intonew employee orientation.

2. Hold regular safety meetings, including toolbox meetings, for all roofing employees.Keep written minutes and attendance records of all meetings.

3. Abide by all applicable local, state, and federal safety regulations.

4. Investigate all accidents. Review safety procedures where an investigation hasindicated that current procedures are inadequate.

5. Maintain all records required by OSHA (e.g., OSHA 200 logs, safety training). Ensurethat all employees are properly trained in the OSHA Hazard CommunicationStandard. Be sure that:

a) MSDS's are current and available on site.

b) A written Hazard Communication Program is developed and available on site

including a list of all hazardous chemicals.c) Materials are properly labeled. Identify & appropriate hazard warnings.

d) Multi-employer work site provisions are in place including the location ofMSDS's.

Refer to OSHA Standard 1926.59-Hazard Communication.

6. Make available, to all employees, personal protective equipment that is required bythe company safety program and/or by any applicable law. Furnish, at companycost, job-related safety materials and first aid equipment.

7. Ensure compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including localdisposal requirements.

8. Make sure all superintendents and foremen enforce the safety rules on a daily basisusing simple written reports. Any employee disregarding these rules may besubject to disciplinary action in accordance with company disciplinary plan.

9. Make one person responsible for your safety program and ensure he has theauthority to properly enforce the program.

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FOREMAN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All accidents should be reported immediately to the safety officer. It has becomecommon practice to photograph such accidents or incidents.

2. Inspect jobsite at least twice daily.

3. Report and take corrective action upon being notified of hazardous conditions.

4. Coordination with contractors on multi-employer sites.

5. Responsible for orientation of employees.

Signature

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EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES

Good safety practice and accident prevention is the responsibility of every employee.Each employee is responsible to know and follow the general provisions of the CompanySafety Policy.

ALL EMPLOYEES SHALL ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING RULES:

1. Report unsafe conditions to your foreman.

2. Report ALL injuries IMMEDIATELY to your foreman or call office.

3. Wear hard hats when working below the roofline, or any area where falling hazardscould occur.

4. Use eye and face protection where there is danger from flying objects or particles,such as when roof cutters, pneumatic guns, etc. are in use.

5. Dress properly. Wear appropriate work clothes, gloves and shoes or boots. Looseclothing and jewelry should not be worn.

6. Never operate any machine unless all guards and safety devices are in place and inproper operating condition.

7. Keep all tools in safe working condition. Never use defective tools or equipment.

8. Properly care for, and be responsible for all personal protection equipment.

9. Stay out from under overhead loads.

10. Do not operate machinery if you are not trained to do so.

11. Do not leave material in aisles, walkways, stairways, roads or other paths of travel.

12. Practice good housekeeping at all times.

13. Riding any moving equipment is prohibited except on seats provided.

14. Place ladders on a substantial base and do not use ladders with broken, split ormissing rungs or rails. All ladders are to extend at least 3 feet above the landingplatform and be securely fastened. Proper ladder placement is: one quarter totalheight equals base length away from the building.

15. All flammable liquids must be stored in safety container. Engines must be shut off

when refueling.

16. Smoking is prohibited anywhere near flammable liquids.

17. Compressed gas cylinders (propane, acetylene, etc.) must be secured in an uprightposition. When not in use, caps must be securely in place. Consult the owners,local and state storage and transportation regulations.

18. When burning or welding is being done, a fire extinguisher must be close at hand atall times.

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EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES

19. Fire extinguisher should be in place at all times.

20. The use or possession of, or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs while onthe job or driving a company vehicle is prohibited and subject to immediatedismissal.

21. All posted safety rules must be obeyed.

22. Comply at all times with all known federal, state and local safety laws, employerregulations and policies.

23. Horseplay causes accidents and shall not be tolerated!

24. Wear seat belts at all times in company owned vehicles.

25. Be completely familiar with specific task requirements outlined elsewhere in themanual.

Violations of any of these rules may be cause for immediate disciplinary action.

I have read and understand the rules stated above and accept them as a condition ofcontinued employment.

I have been given a copy of the Safety Policy.

Signature

Date

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