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CPL 02-00-133 - CPL 02-00-133 - Shipyard &quot;Tool Bag&quot; Directive
CPL 02-00-133
OSHA INSTRUCTION DIRECTIVE NUMBER: CPL 02-00-133
EFFECTIVE DATE: October 22, 2003
SUBJECT: Shipyard "Tool Bag" Directive
To provide OSHA offices and interested industry, state, and federal agencies guidance concerning the application of occupational safety and health standards in shipyard employment. Also, to permit consistent compliance with and to ensure consistent enforcement of OSHA's shipyard employment standards
A. 29 CFR 1910, General Industry Standards.
C. Department of Labor 1999-2004 Strategic Plan.
D. OSHA 2003-2008 Strategic Management Plan
A. STD .2, Identification of General Industry Safety and Health Standards Applicable to Shipyard Work (November 4, 1985)
B. DIR 02-01 (CPL 2), Enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards for the Recreational Boat Building Industry (January 23, 2002)
C. STD 2.1, Application of Hazard Communication Standard to the Shipyard Employment Industry (January 20, 1987).
By and Under the Authority of John L. Henshaw
Assistant Secretary Executive Summary
This instruction provides guidance to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) national, regional, and area offices; industry employer and employee groups; and state programs and federal agencies concerning OSHA's policy and procedures for implementing intervention and inspection programs to reduce or eliminate workplace hazards related to shipyard employment. As detailed in the Department of Labor's Strategic Plan and supported by OSHA's Strategic Management Plan, the agency is particularly committed to focused interventions in the ship and boat building and repair industries to reduce injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. This instruction is intended to provide, in an interactive electronic format, the tools necessary to successfully conduct interventions or inspections in shipyard employment. Relevant topics, briefly discussed in this instruction, are tied via interactive links to other sites so that the reader can obtain more detailed information. This instruction supports the Department of Labor's Strategic Plan, OSHA's Strategic Management Plan, and the agency's interest in developing web-based compliance tools. Significant Changes:
This instruction provides tools to support intervention and inspection programs related to shipyard employment in a web-based interactive format. The instruction: Supports DOL's Strategic Plan Performance Goal 3.1C for increased emphasis on two of the most prevalent causes of workplace illnesses: silica and lead.
Supports DOL's Strategic Plan Performance Goal 3.1D for increased emphasis on improving occupational safety and health in shipyard employment.
Provides OSHA compliance officers and consultants and other interested government and industry parties with information to support shipyard intervention efforts and to minimize employee exposure to hazards.
Provides revised guidance regarding the applicability of 29 CFR 1910, General Industry Standards, to shipyard employment (Appendix A); consolidates answers to commonly asked questions related to shipyard employment into an appendix (Appendix B); and incorporates guidance from two other directives into this "Tool Bag" directive.
Action Information Responsible Office
Outreach and Cooperative Programs OSHA Website
Other Shipyard Resources
Training OSHA Office of Training & Education (OTE)
Enforcement Program Inspection Scheduling
Safety and Health Rules of the Shipyard
Application of Shipyard Employment (29 CFR Part 1915) and General Industry Safety and Health Standards (29 CFR Part 1910) to Ship/Boat Yards
Shipyards and Boatyards Located On or Adjacent to Navigable Waterways
Boatyards Not On a Navigable Waterway
Program Evaluation Appendix A: Application of 29 CFR Part 1910 Standards to 29 CFR Part 1915 Shipyard Employment Appendix B: Shipyard Tool Bag Directive Questions and Answers INDEX
Purpose. This Instruction provides national, regional, and area offices with guidance concerning OSHA's policy and procedures on the enforcement of safety and health standards for shipyard employment (i.e., ship repair, shipbuilding, and shipbreaking). In support of DOL's Strategic Plan , OSHA is particularly committed to focused interventions in the ship and boat building and repair industries to reduce injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. The intent of this instruction is to provide comprehensive guidance that will allow OSHA offices to establish or support intervention and inspection programs in the shipyard industry. Further, this instruction provides guidance and information to provide for compliance with shipyard standards and to ensure the consistent enforcement of these standards.
Scope. This instruction applies OSHA-wide to all programmed and unprogrammed compliance inspections, consultation interventions and other activities, such as compliance assistance, cooperative programs, training and education in the shipyard employment industry.
Cancellation. This instruction cancels or supersedes the following directives:
STD .2, "Identification of General Industry Safety and Health Standards Applicable to Shipyard Work," November 4, 1985.
DIR 02-01 (CPL 2), "Enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards for the Recreational Boat Building Industry," January 23, 2002.
STD 2.1, "Application of Hazard Communication Standard to the Shipyard Employment Industry," January 20, 1987.
Significant Changes. This Instruction provides, in a web-based interactive format, the tools needed to support shipyard employment industry intervention and inspection programs. This instruction references numerous shipyard safety and health documents to provide ready access to the information. This instruction:
Supports DOL's Strategic Plan Performance Goal 3.1C for increased emphasis on two of the most prevalent causes of workplace illnesses: silica and lead.
Provides revised guidance regarding the applicability of 29 CFR 1910, General Industry Standards, to shipyard employment work sites (Appendix A).
Consolidates answers to commonly asked shipyard employment industry questions into an appendix (Appendix B).
Incorporates guidance from two other directives into this "Tool Bag" directive
Department of Labor 2003-2008 Strategic Plan , Department of Labor Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 1999-2004.
OSHA Directives. CPL 03-09 (CPL 02), Site-Specific Targeting 2003 (SST-03), October 20, 2003.
CPL 2-0.102A, Procedures for Approval of Local Emphasis Programs (LEPs), November 10, 1999 (new number: CPL 04-00-001).
CPL 2-0.129, OSHA's National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Shipbreaking, August 1, 2001 (new number: CPL 02-00-129).
CPL 2-0.130, National Emphasis Program: Lead, July 20, 2001(new number: CPL 02-00-130).
CPL 2-0.131, Recordkeeping Policies and Procedures Manual (RKM), January 1, 2002 (new number: CPL 02-00-131).
CPL 2-0.51J, Enforcement Exemptions and Limitations Under the Appropriations Act, May 28, 1998 (new number: CPL 02-00-051).
CPL 2-1.20, OSHA/U.S. Coast Guard Authority over Vessels, November 8, 1996 (new number: CPL 02-01-020).
CPL 2-1.28A, Compliance Assistance for the Powered Industrial Truck Operators Training Standards, November 30, 2000 (new number: CPL 02-01-028).
CPL 2-1.39, Enforcement of Cargo Gear Regulations and the Requirements for Gear Certification in the Maritime Program, March 24, 2003 (new number: CPL 02-01-039).
CPL 2-2.63 (REVISED), Inspection Procedures for Occupational Exposure to Asbestos Final Rule 29 CFR Parts 1910.1001, 1926.1101, and 1915.1001, November 3, 1995 (new number: CPL 02-02-063).
CPL 2.103, OSHA Field Inspection Reference Manual (FIRM), September 26, 1994 (new number: CPL 02-00-103).
CPL 2.25I, Scheduling Systems for Programmed Inspections, January 4, 1995 (new number: CPL 02-00-025).
STD 2-4.1, 29 CFR 1915, Subpart B, Confined and Enclosed Spaces and Other Dangerous Atmospheres in Shipyard Employment - Inspection Procedures and Interpretive Guidance, June 23, 1995 (new number: STD 02-04-001).
STD 2-4.2, 29 CFR 1915, Subpart I, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Shipyard Employment - Inspection Procedures and Interpretive Guidelines, September 27, 1996 (new number: STD 02-04-002).
STP 2.11, Maritime Jurisdiction in State Plan States, October 30, 1978 (new number: CSP 01-03-001).
TED 8-0.2, OSHA Strategic Partnerships for Worker Safety and Health, November 13, 1998 (new number: CSP 03-02-001).
TED 8.4, Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP): Policies and Procedures Manual, March 25, 2003 (new number: CSP 03-01-002).
Other references. OSHA Maritime Web Page.
OSHA Notice, Safety and Health Program Management Guidelines ; Issuance of Voluntary Guidelines - 54:3904-3916, January 26, 1989.
OSHA Publications. Telephone number (202) 693-1888; teletypewriter (TTY) (877) 889-5627.
NOTE: In order for OSHA to effectively enforce safety and health standards, guidance to compliance staff is necessary. Therefore, although adoption of this instruction is not required, states are expected to have enforcement policies and procedures which are at least as effective as those adopted by Federal OSHA. In the interest of national OSHA maritime policy, those states that cover shipyard employment, as well as those with public sector employees engaged in shipyard employment, are encouraged to follow the provisions in this instruction.
The Department of Labor's Strategic Outcome Goal 3.1 describes the linking of OSHA's compliance assistance and enforcement strategies, including the OSHA consultation program, to impact the hazards and industries targeted by OSHA's performance goals in a coordinated, complementary manner. Therefore, Regional Administrators must also ensure that State Plan State Designees and Consultation Program Managers in their regions are informed of the requirements of this instruction and encourage the involvement of Consultation Programs in shipyard employment.
Federal Agencies. This instruction describes a change that may affect federal agencies. It is the responsibility of the head of each federal agency to establish and maintain an effective and comprehensive safety and health program. Executive Order 12196, Section 1-201, and 29 CFR 1960.16 require federal agencies to adopt policies and procedures necessary to provide a level of protection equivalent to that provided by OSHA standards and regulation.
Shipyard-Related Employment: Any employment performed incidental to, or in conjunction with, ship repair, shipbreaking, and shipbuilding work, including, but not restricted to, inspection, testing, and employment as a watchman.
Shipbreaking: Any breaking down of a vessel's structure to dismantle the vessel, including the removal of gear, equipment, or any component of the vessel. This term is synonymous with "ship scrapping" and "ship disposal."
Shipbuilding: The construction of a vessel including the installation of machinery and equipment.
Shipyard Employment: This includes ship repairing, shipbuilding, shipbreaking, and related employments.
Further, this instruction applies to all state consultation programs with jurisdiction over shipyard employment. State consultation programs are expected to provide safety and health program assistance, training, education, and hazard identification and abatement assistance to shipyard employers.
When a new OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910) that applies to shipyard employment is promulgated after the effective date of this "Tool Bag" directive, such standard may be used even though it is not listed in Appendix A of this directive.
Background. The Department of Labor promotes the physical and economic well-being of workers and their families by fostering, among other things, safe and healthful workplaces that are free from discrimination. OSHA plays a critical role in supporting the DOL Quality Workplaces goal by carrying out programs designed to save lives, prevent injuries and illnesses, and protect the health of America's workers. This instruction is issued in support of DOL's Strategic Plan Performance Goals (Shipyards are a targeted high-hazard industry; lead and silica are targeted hazards). This instruction consolidates OSHA references and guidance related to shipyard employment into one "Tool Bag." To achieve the results required by the Department of Labor's performance goals, OSHA has been mandated to link compliance assistance and enforcement strategies, including the OSHA Consultation Program, to impact the targeted hazards and industries. For the shipyard industry, DOL's performance goal is to reduce injuries and illnesses by 20 percent over a five-year period.
(Intranet - Accessible to OSHA only.)
http://www.osha.gov/ (Internet - Accessible to the general public.) In addition to general industry and construction topics, specific maritime employment and related information can be found at: OSHA Assistance for the Maritime Industry. These pages are part of OSHA's commitment to provide maritime employers and workers with information and assistance to help in complying with OSHA standards and in ensuring safe and healthful workplaces.
Information on these sites includes the following:
Publications. OSHA has developed numerous safety and health publications covering a variety of topics. The publications on this page are selected from OSHA's general publications list because they provide information related specifically to maritime employment: Maritime Safety and Health Topics: OSHA Publications This information, along with many other publications, may be obtained through OSHA's publications page.
Hard copies are also available, along with other publications, by dialing (202) 693-1888; Teletypewriter (TTY) number is (877) 889-5627.
OSHA eTools. eTools are "stand-alone," interactive, web-based training tools on occupational safety and health topics. They are highly illustrated and use graphic menus. Some also use expert system modules, which enable the user to answer questions and receive reliable advice on how OSHA regulations apply to a particular worksite. The shipyard employment eTool addresses the entire group of 1915 regulations as they pertain to ship repair, shipbuilding and shipbreaking. OSHA eTools and Electronic Products for Compliance Assistance and Shipyard Employment eTool
Shipyard Fatality Videos. OSHA has produced shipyard fatality videos based on actual accidents. The videos describe incidents, factors that contributed to each fatality, and recommended abatement strategies. Copies of OSHA's videos are distributed to OSHA regions and consultation projects managers. Information and availability regarding these videos can be obtained by contacting:
200 Constitution Ave., NW, Room N3655
Shipyard Hazard Information Prevention Sheets (SHIPS). Shipyards often do not have the benefit of full-time, on-board safety and health specialists. To address this situation and help prevent injuries and illnesses, the shipyard community and OSHA have jointly developed Safety and Health Injury Prevention Sheets (SHIPS). SHIPS provides the end-user with specific guidance and "Dos and Don'ts" with accompanying photographs for various shipyard processes.
Training and Outreach. Significant portions of OSHA's resources are directed to training OSHA and industry personnel in safety, health, and compliance procedures. Links are provided to State Consultation Projects that provide on-site consultation and training.
Office of Maritime Enforcement (OME). This office provides support for the maritime industries (i.e., shipyard employment, marine terminals, and longshoring) including: comprehensive program guidelines, policies, procedures, technical assistance, and information dissemination. This involves but is not limited to the development of compliance interpretations, management and administration of the Part 1919 maritime cargo gear program, coordination of the activities of the agency's Maritime Steering Committee, development and coordination of maritime enforcement programs, and technical support for the Department of Labor's Office of the Solicitor. The office can be reached at (202) 693-2399, and its webpage provides contact information and links to related OSHA compliance, outreach, and maritime sites.
Inspection Data. Inspection data are accessible through OSHA's web page. This link will take the user directly to the "Statistics and Data" page. This page allows the user to conduct searches by establishment, Standard Identification Classification (SIC) code [to be changed to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) effective October 1, 2005], OSHA inspection number, accidents, and frequently cited standards. The page also contains links to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for inspection data and statistics. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes that apply to shipyard employment include: 3731, Shipbuilding and Repairing; 3732, Boat Building and Repairing; and 4499, Water Transportation Systems (Dismantling Ships).
State Consultation Programs. Consultation assistance in all states is available from State Consultation Programs for employers who want help in establishing and maintaining a safe and healthful workplace. Priority scheduling is provided to small employers with 250 or fewer employees at the worksite. Consultants help employers identify and correct specific hazards and can assist in developing and implementing effective workplace safety and health programs with emphasis on preventing worker injuries and illnesses. Employers also may receive training and education assistance, along with limited assistance away from the worksite. Serious hazards identified by the consultant must be corrected by a due date mutually agreed upon by the consultant and the employer.
Recognition Programs. OSHA's Strategic Management Plan Goal 2 requires OSHA to promote a safety and health culture through compliance assistance, cooperative programs, and strong leadership. In keeping with this goal, OSHA has developed recognition programs to assist and support employer safety and health activities: Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). This program, operated by the State Consultation entities, recognizes the achievement of employers who operate exemplary safety and health management systems at their worksites. Participants in the SHARP program are granted exemption from programmed inspections (not complaint or accident investigations) for a minimum of one year. The Consultation Project Manager can recommend an exemption of up to two years, when a SHARP site is renewed.
Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). The VPP represents OSHA's effort to extend worker protection beyond the minimum required by OSHA standards. This program, along with others such as expanded onsite consultation services and compliance assistance provided by full-service area offices, are cooperative approaches which, when coupled with an effective enforcement program, expand worker protection to help meet the goals of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
Qualified sites are approved to one of three programs: Star, Merit, and Star Demonstration (recognition for worksites that address unique safety and health issues). This program recognizes outstanding achievement of those who have successfully implemented comprehensive safety and health management systems. The program strives to motivate employers to achieve excellent safety and health results in their companies. It also strives to establish a relationship based on cooperation between employers, employees, and OSHA.
TED 8.4, Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP): Policies and Procedures Manual, March 25, 2003.
OSHA Strategic Partnership Program (OSPP). DOL's Strategic Plan Performance Goals 3.1C and 3.1D require offices to develop partnerships and other cooperative efforts with the shipyard industry to identify and address significant workplace hazards, emphasizing those hazards targeted (e.g., hazards in shipyard employment, lead, silica). The primary objective of partnerships is to leverage OSHA's resources and transform the agency into an organization that works more effectively and efficiently to serve its customers. A partnership is a voluntary relationship between OSHA, industry, and employee groups in which each party has equal status and a certain independence, but also an explicit or formal obligation to the other. OSHA partnerships vary by industry, but one essential characteristic exists in all: the desire to use collaborative or interest-based problem solving to resolve workplace issues. By changing behaviors and attitudes, partnerships can be an effective, non-adversarial tool for increasing the quality of employer's safety and health programs.
OSHA Alliance Program. OSHA's Alliance Program enables organizations committed to workplace safety and health to collaborate with OSHA to prevent injuries and illnesses in the workplace. OSHA and its allies work together to reach out to, educate, and lead the nation's employers and their employees in improving and advancing workplace safety and health. OSHA's Alliance with the Shipbuilder's Council of America is one example of OSHA's shipyard Alliances.
Other Shipyard Resources. While OSHA considers the entities below to be valuable resources for information concerning safe and healthful workplace practices in the shipyard industry, employers accessing such information are not absolved of their obligations to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act and standards promulgated pursuant to the OSH Act. Applying the recommendations or practices offered by these entities does not necessarily constitute compliance with the OSH