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Procedure For Loading and Unloading

This document outlines the procedures for loading and unloading from trucks at construction sites, emphasizing safety and responsibility. It details the necessary precautions, required training, and personal protective equipment needed for operators and assistants. The procedure includes preparation, execution, and evaluation stages to ensure safe and efficient operations.
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Procedure For Loading and Unloading

This document outlines the procedures for loading and unloading from trucks at construction sites, emphasizing safety and responsibility. It details the necessary precautions, required training, and personal protective equipment needed for operators and assistants. The procedure includes preparation, execution, and evaluation stages to ensure safe and efficient operations.
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PROCEDURE FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING

FROM TRUCK

PURPOSE

Define and establish the activities and operations that allow for the action to be carried out.
Loading and unloading at the construction works facilities or
Installations in operation of

SCOPE

These procedures will be applicable to all work areas. Operators or


assistants, whether they are from the Company or from contractors

RELATED DOCUMENTS
(They will apply when it comes to flammable chemicals or liquids)

Decree No. 298/1994


NCH.2190 OF.93

RESPONSIBILITY

the person responsible for executing this activity will be a trained Operator or assistant and must have
experience (Handling or operation of machines), In manual loads The personnel will be
Ad hoc to the Purpose, The Total Control and of this operation Will be in charge of the Engineer
ITO, Metacontrol, who can transfer the instructions to the designated staff for
such effect (To the Supervisor)

ACTIVITIES

When performing loading and unloading tasks, it is necessary to consider the basic principles.
of Security that are:

1 All accidents or injuries can be prevented


Each Worker has the responsibility to work safely.
Each and every worker must keep their area clean and tidy.
of work
4 Each Worker must take the necessary precautions before carrying out their
work
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

When carrying out the loading and unloading operation of trucks with any product
whether it is bulk, solid, or liquid. It is necessary to observe and take into account the
the following general mandatory precautions:

The personnel who perform these activities must be trained or qualified in


this type of operations (Verify background as per contract and requirement of
TELMEX, there must be in the Work (Contracts of personnel, C:V, Impositions, etc.).

You must use all the appropriate and necessary Personal Protective Equipment.
to carry out this work

The work area must be delimited and signage installed, and 'respect it.'

Distractions are not allowed while loading or unloading trucks.


There must be transit routes and safe, obstacle-free access to the area of
Work. .
The teams or work elements must be in usable condition.

Do not intervene or operate equipment without the respective authorization.

Immediately control if any spill, leak, or drip is detected.


If it is liquid cargo.

Do not act on intuition, but according to the work procedures.

Keep the guides and labeling about the load close.

Know in advance the qualities of the load

You should not eat, smoke, or drink while loading and unloading trucks.

Do not use cellular devices or other ignitable elements that may cause sparks.

You must know and understand how to 'Apply the Emergency Plan'

You must ensure that the product you are loading or unloading is the one
corresponds.

If electrical extensions must be used, they must be in optimal condition for use.
and to comply with the NCH, concerning section or use

Remember to report any defects or failures in your work area to your


supervisor.
APPLICATION OF THE PROCEDURE

In the loading and unloading of trucks, certain risks may arise, which is why
It is necessary to take precautions.
To properly apply this procedure, it is necessary to fulfill the following
stages:

PREPARATION BEFORE CARRYING OUT THE WORK

You must know the type of load; if not, request information from your supervisor.
Review the elements or work equipment before use.
Evaluate the potential risks in the area of your
work Let others know what you are doing
If working with flammable substances, install the grounding connection mandatory.
(Truck, equipment, etc. instructions)
Install the corresponding signage for the activity in the work area.
The unloading areas (Storage) must be clearly marked in advance.
The transit areas, clear of obstacles and free of interferences

REALIZATION OF THE WORK

Follow all safety instructions

Protect yourself and use your Personal Protective Equipment, (The indicated for the
activity)

Do not commit unsafe and reckless acts that compromise your safety and that of others.
others

If the loading and unloading is manual: Remember that the human carrying capacity
maximum should not exceed 25 [Link] LOAD OF HUMAN WEIGHT.
CONCLUDE THE WORK

Complete the work without forgetting to keep the safety conditions in effect.

Check load quantities (Downloaded or loaded)

Store materials, tools, and equipment neatly and in their proper places.
used in the loading and unloading action.

Remove the warning or danger signage

EVALUATE THE COMPLETED WORK

Carefully analyze the work done


Ensure that the place is tidy and clean.
Check that everything is in its place

MINIMUM BASIC SECURITY ELEMENTS REQUIRED

Safety helmet with chin strap


Protective Glasses
-Gloves (Those that correspond according to handling or
activity) -Safety boots with steel toe (For loads
Flammable materials are not accepted.
Lumbar Belt
Noise protector (Only if the decibels exceed 75-) in such a situation
The communication procedure must be ad hoc
- And all others necessary according to the nature of the work to be performed

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