THE PROGRAMME ISSUE 17 JUNE/JULY 2016

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The team at London Bridge PEOPLE clock up over 5 million man hours worked without a MAKE THE major injury

THE FOCUS ON the Thameslink Programme is to deliver all our works whilst making sure that DIFFERENCE everyone has a safe working envi- ronment whether that be in an office or out on site. Simon Blanchflower, Major Pro- gramme Director, recognised the effort that Costain and its Suppliers have put in to making the workplace at London Bridge a safer place by presenting them with a certificate for achieving 5 million man hours without signifi- cantly harming anyone on site. We know that accidents and inci- dents will continue to happen how- ever, it is the continual drive to improve and reduce these that can, and does make a difference. The team at Costain along with their Suppliers have put many addi- tional processes in place as well as new ways of helping people see things from a different perspective. They have run mock court cases, used acting companies to play out unsafe behaviours and how these can be challenged as well as train- ing such as the manual handling training covered in the middle pages of this issue and using people who have been affected by acci- dents which again is covered in ‘It Will Never Happen to Me’ within this issue. Remember, it’s people that make the difference! Whatever project you are on, you can individually make a difference by asking sim- ple questions whether that be about processes or procedures or your working environment. Simon Blanchflower, Major YOU NEVER KNOW, THE ISSUE Programme Director presenting the 5 million man hour certificate THAT YOU HIGHLIGHT, OR THE to Mark Howard, Project CONVERSATION YOU HAVE, Director, Costain MAY PREVENT SOMEONE BEING HARMED! 2 The new IntegratedJUNE/JULY 2016 ISSUE 17 3 Station Control Room at London Bridge

Example of DANGER concrete HV trough PLANNING FOR route in the cess

OVER THE RECENT months there have been a number of incidents WORKING associated with working or performing a task in close proximity to some of TAKING the High Voltage (HV) Ca- IN THE bles that feed the DC Trac- SAFETY tion network, some of CONTROL these by the Thameslink VICINITY OF Programme. The New Station It is therefore a timely re- LESSONS LEARNT minder for all parts of the TRACTION Thameslink Programme to PLANNING FOR SAFETY, as well as Control Room at follow the correct process production and process, is an integral making sure that the area part of what we do. It is sometimes put London Bridge around the HV cables is HV CABLES on the ‘back burner’ as an addition to made safe or the that risks the planning processes that the rail- are being properly con- way engages in, rather than a funda- helps teams work trolled. Failure to do so may mental tenet. Lessons learnt, focusing expose staff to significant or on the overall process from design to closer together fatal harm, or have an im- delivery and beyond is a useful tool to pact on railway perfor- REMINDER drive improvements to overall system AS PART OF the London Bridge Sta- mance. Results of an HV Cable and occupational safety. tion Redevelopment project, Net- The procedure that eve- work in the vicinity of HV An HV competent person failure test and what is likely work Rail, Costain and their sub-con- ryone should be using is, cables (especially if within is required to oversee Cable Route Damaged by a to happen if a cable fails POINTS TO PONDER tractors worked tirelessly to get the Procedure for Persons 1 metre), then the follow- the works to make sure Vehicle adjacent to a work site new Station Accommodation Block Undertaking works in the ing are required to be car- that any mitigation at ready for vicinity of HV Cables in ried out: measures recommended ‘Study history, study the station team to move into as Kent, Sussex and Wessex – An HV assessment has to in the risk assessment history. In history lies all planned. In early May 2016 the Sta- This document is contained carried out by a trained are implemented prop- the secrets of statecraft.’ tion Accommodation Block which in- in the TLP Information HV assessor prior to the erly. cludes the Integrated Station Control Management System (IMS) works commencing Winston Churchill Room (ISCR) was ready and the sta- eB document ref number - If that risk assessment HV cables (typically 11kV tion team moved in. N000-01000-NRT- deems it necessary, miti- or 33kV) are contained in Without the benefit of experience, we will The new location and the design of it means PRO-EP-000002. gation measures need to various styles of trough make the same mistakes again and again. that Station Controllers now sit in the same area This procedure defines be planned for, such as a routes from GRP to con- as the Shift Station Managers, and can see what actions are required, switch out of the HV crete, and typically run HERE ARE 5 ‘TOP TIPS’ each other through a glass screen. The control so if you are planning to Cable; along the cess. In the case of Just because room team and shift station managers of each the Thameslink works in The planning / we have done company can also hear each other’s general the London Bridge between Above all – have this job many conversations – that means Train Operating Waterloo East and New a clear vision. briefing process Companies can share the big picture instead of Cross, they are usually lo- In the past materials, operational railway to a So what does this mean for gets everyone on times before, working separately. cated on the northern side including generators and standstill, or even worse, you, if you are working near Everyone must be on the the same page, to doesn’t mean of the viaduct. HV cables gas bottles have been resulted in a fatality. cables? If you do not know same page, pulling in the that we know or should be separated from stored on the HV cable There have been occa- whether cables are HV or same direction to ensure the understand what By being located in the same place other cabling and in some route, also vehicles have sions when works have not, STOP IMMEDIATELY! safest delivery of work. It’s no the objectives understand all the it provides many benefits which in- areas are clearly marked, been reported to have been carried out, without Ask your supervisor. Make use one half of the gang doing risks. Experience clude: but this is not always the been driven over or close the knowledge that there sure that you are not one thing, and the other half are such that being able to work better case. Therefore there is a to cable routes whilst get- were HV cables in the vi- working near HV, or that doing something else. It leads they can be is great, but not together potential that works or ting to and from access cinity, leading to the poten- if you are, the correct HV to confusion. carried out at the expense being able to discuss issues tasks could be performed points. Had an HV cable tial high safety and perfor- Cable assessment is carried of complacency – instantly face to face rather without a specific risk as- been damaged, this could mance risk of exposing or out and mitigation measures safely. than trying to call each other sessment being carried out. have easily brought the damaging HV cables. are in place. and this is a killer plan and control situations that arise in the station environment Left and below: REMEMBER YOU DO NOT if we are Materials stored No Battle the whole team have a on an HV trough GET A SECOND CHANCE ‘ not careful. complete overview of the route WITH HIGH VOLTAGE! Plan Survives ‘The map is not station operations Should anybody require Contact With the Article by David Higginson more information relating the terrain’ to either the High Voltage Enemy’ Alfred Shift station manager Steve Sharkey told Hi-Viz: Cables or the procedure for Helmuth von David Higginson is the Blockade “The new station is going to allow the stream- HV assessments, then Korzybyski Co – Ordinator for Railway Sys- lining of services through London Bridge with please contact either Martin Moltke the tidying up of the layout. In the same Sigrist or Geoff Delahaye Site conditions do not neces- tems and has a Civil Engineering way, shift station managers and station con- in the TLP Central Things change on site, and sarily reflect those envisaged background. He worked extensive- trollers will be working together in a better way. Engineering Team. More we need to be aware of in the office, therefore the ly overseas before joining the rail- This will lead to a safer, more efficient service detailed presentations or how these changes affect plan may need to be modified for customers.” advice are available. way industry over 20 years ago. Example of cables safety. Stop/regroup/rethink to reflect actual rather than being exposed and move on. ‘paper’ realities. Article by Andrew Hutton, Lead Development following works Article by Martin Sigrist, Network Rail Manager, Network Rail Lead Discipline Engineer (E&P) 4 JUNE/JULY 2016 ISSUE 17 5

ON THE 25th of May 2016, the Thames- Strength test Smoothie bikes working with moving equipment, link Programme welcomed over 120 em- Life Saving Rules where managing the interface be- ployees to their annual Boots On The tween plant and pedestrian traffic Ground event held at their Gemini Depot flow is key. site in . The day aimed to ena- are Common Embedding an effective safety cul- ture is a journey we are all on together TIMELY ble open interaction between BBR exec- utives, operational staff and the suppli- Sense and Act as a and to continue on that journey, we all ers. The day included talks and demon- need to be more personally responsi- strations from a variety of partnering ble and accountable for our own INTERVENTION suppliers including Direct Corporate Good Reminder to safety. We need to move away from Clothing (DCC), DbD Communications, doing something simply because we Close calls help ESS Site Zone, TXM Plant, Shannon Keep us Safe STAYING are told to or because we have to, and Rail, SPX Radio-detection, APPS, Better move towards doing something be- Living Group. cause it will improve our chances of address issues On the day, PPE suppliers DCC show- A RECENT INDEPENDENT study on staying safe and because we want to. cased developments in personal protective the Thameslink Programme has sug- At the end of the day, staying safe is and get them equipment such as safety boots and gested that some people who work on what we all really want, isn’t it? Women’s hi-visibility clothing. Other in- the Programme are not completely au teractive sessions included Radio- fait with Network Rail’s Life Saving Article by Greg Thornett fixed quick detection dealing with CAT scanning que- BOOTS-ON- Rules and that they view them as Project Manager ( Dive Under & Structure ries, Torrent providing answers to small “more as a gimmick than anything Strengthening Programme) DURING FEEDER ROUTE works plant issues, and Apps discussing dust else”. However, people do seem to on nights, Andrey Yurlov, an En- suppression solutions. Also TMX pre- have bought into the concept of Safe- gineer on the Thameslink KO2 sented their Safety Bus and RRV demon- ty Culture, be it Network Rail’s Safety ALIVE Project noticed an incomplete stration enabling people to experience the THE-GROUND Vision of “Everyone Home Safe Every grouted bridge bearing. The limited visibility from the cab. ESS also Day”, Skanska’s “Injury Free Environ- works were to install route works demonstrated the ‘Site Zone’ proximity ment” (IFE), Balfour Beatty’s “Be- under the new sensor. yond Zero” or Costain’s “Halving viaduct. These works required a A number of themed games such as Harm”. scaffold tower to be erected ‘Play Your Eco-Cards Right’ and ‘Spot the AT KO2 But Network Rail’s Life Saving close to the bridge column. An- Close Call’ provided everyone with an en- Balfour Beatty engage and Rules don’t have to be at odds with any drey noticed that the bearing gaging and educational challenge and of these safety cultures. In fact, if we was not correctly grouted and special guest Mark Bullock helped to follow the Life Saving Rules, then we raised the alarm to his line man- judge a competition held at a local educate with their team to improve stand a much better chance of achiev- ager and then to the client. Primary School with entries themed ing the ultimate goals of the various around rail safety. Health & Safety safety cultures, in creating an injury free environment and getting everyone There was also an emphasis on personal display. I saw a few things that were new home safe every day. health and wellbeing both in and out of the to me. Some dust suppression technology, It may seem that the 10 Life Saving workplace. Free drop-in health checks and a hydrogen cell (and therefore silent) mo- Rules are generic, but if you focus on healthy eating advice was offered and bile site light and a smoothie bike. Yes, you those applicable specifically to your proved to be very popular. In addition, did read that correctly! Being a keen cy- site and to the works you are doing, Better Living Group offered an innovative clist I had to have a go on it of course.” then they are a good tool to check you exercise session – the ‘move ‘n’ smooth’ Chris Ottley, the project director have considered key risks that need to static bikes, who’s peddling powered the also described the Boots On The Ground be mitigated to keep you and your blades of a smoothie machine, offering a event as: “A thoroughly engaging day team from harm. competitive and entertaining spin to the with a real mix of Safety, Health On the Bermondsey Dive Under, we day. A falafel catering van was also pro- and Sustainability themes.” are entering the final phase of con- vided, giving a healthy catering alterna- Overall the event was a huge success, all struction and the site is extremely con- Environmental tive. This proved to be one of the most features were well attended and fully en- gested. In addition to ensuring ade- awareness talk popular features of the day. gaged by such a diverse spread of people quate plans are in place and operatives Managing Director of Rail, Mark from throughout Balfour Beatty Rail. with the correct competencies are car- Bullock had this to say about the event: “I Feedback was incredibly positive and rying out the work (standard Life joined the team down at New Cross Gate everyone got a lot from the day. Saving Rules applying to any site), we Q&A with Mark Bullock, Rachel Byrne for their boots on the ground event. More are focusing on working at height with and Chris Ottley than 100 people came through the depot to Article by Joseph Hagan, Safety & Sustainability the volume of scaffolding we have, and take a look at the interesting initiatives on Project Partner, Balfour Beatty

ANDY BYRNE, A sub-contractor working on behalf of BBR sustained an eye injury whilst knocking in a welders wedge using a hammer. An object flew up and hit him in the left SECOND CHANCE eye, it is believed to have been a bit Network Rail followed this up of ballast. Andy received first aid and quickly confirmed that this eye wash and was later taken to was incomplete works by another hospital for medical examination. A Thameslink contractor, Costain. further eye x-ray examination con- EYE-ING UP Costain, mobilised quickly to firmed there was no permanent rectify the problem. Costain’s damage. Chief Engineer, Martyn Back said: Andy was not wearing specified im- “If Andrey had not highlighted the pact goggles which would have prevent- issue, trains would have contin- ed the injury he sustained. Andy has re- THE DANGERS ued to operate with the potential covered and returned to work after the risk of bearing support failure. incident. Andrey’s prompt and professional In a recent interview with Andy, he A reminder of why eye protection can intervention is to be congratulated shared the following comments: and thank you again for raising “The pain that I experienced was hor- help protect you the issue to us.” rendous and pain that you cannot imag- Andrey has set an example for ine. I had blurred vision for a total of two that position. Now I am constantly checking to where you could be blinded by one human er- others to follow. He observed some- weeks and it was so hard to sleep prop- make sure I have the right eye protection on as ror or even worse. thing that didn’t look right and erly which was frightening as I was wor- this was an error that I had made as I had glass- “All I can say is make sure you check you’re raised this to the right person, re- ried that I would be left blind. es on already so I just assumed they were the wearing the right eye protection and PPE as I sulting in the quick resolution of a “ Now all I do is think constantly how correct ones. know of incidents where people are not so potentially dangerous issue. Layout of stalls for the lucky I am to be able to see and still have “You are told so many times when on track lucky and have lost an eye.” Andy’s eye after BOTG event at Gemini my eye. You don’t realise how much you to wear the right PPE but nothing can make Article by Joseph Hagan, Safety & Sustainability the accident Article by Joseph Hagan, Safety & Sustainability Business Park take things for granted until you’re in you more aware then being in the position Project Partner, Balfour Beatty Project Partner, Balfour Beatty 6 JUNE/JULY 2016 ISSUE 17 7

FOLLOWING A REVIEW of project 650 of the Project "We needed a platform strong “As a former competitive team assembled in the Image from accident information, a trend was London Bridge service temporary works THE TRAINING PROGRAM enough to withstand 175kilos weightlifter and a current identified in the number of manual yard for the manual design IN NUMBERS approximately 410lbs being British record holder, Stew- handling related incidents on site. handling event launch Theory and manual handling awareness trained 650 on dropped onto it from about art Cruikshank of Pristine days 200 on nights 7ft. We were surprised at Condition was fundamental LONDON BRIDGE PROJECT DE- Onsite at work practical training 330 on days 167 nights the slightly odd request in the planning of the event. CIDED TO TAKE DECISIVE AC- (more training planned for nights) from the Health and Safety Stewart said, ‘It was great TION TO CHANGE THIS TREND. We have also trained 22 supervisors to spot incorrect team and following an initial to be part of such a fantastic practice so they can intervene and put it right. The course review of the brief we were event. The demonstra- Manual handling is a challenging also coached them on giving positive reinforcement for a little unsure of how to sup- tion given by Sonny subject and we wanted to do some- good practice. (More supervisors are being trained at the port the load this guy was and the passion thing dramatic to have big impact on end of June) lifting!” shown by Davy the project. Ongoing monitoring and embedment checks will be car- Toby Rand, during his Faced with this objective we began ried out on the project to maintain the good practices de- Temporary works Engineer presentation, looking for a training company who livered from this training. created an could give us something different, amazing at- memorable and that could create a “A different approach to a job mosphere with- step change on site. we do every day, good practi- in the group. We These criteria attracted us to a Below: James (Trainer Pristine cal training.” thoroughly enjoyed manual handling training provider Condition) instructing on correct Ciprian Dumea the opportunity to intro- called Pristine Condition. “The supply chain lifting methods in the workplace Mastic man for Pyramid duce our training principles Following our initial meeting with and hope that everyone in- them, we felt they could provide a buy in to the training volved will now be using cor- training package perfectly tailored to rect techniques when lifting suit our needs, we began to plan our we were planning and handling, at home and major drive to reverse the trend of at work.” manual handling accidents that have was key to ensure occurred on site. “The training Traditional manual handling maximum benefit” was eye opening, courses generally are unrealistic in and interesting their approach, Pristine Condition of- Brett Cleavely to see the Davy Snowdon fered a training package where their (MBE owner “We need to continue to chal- techniques approach was realistic and based in a SHE Advisor founder of Pristine lenge how training is deliv- practically real work place based environment. Condition) in action ered and the various meth- demonstrated Pristine work internationally deliv- One week prior to the event was the an- ods we can use to do this. By in the real Below: Sonny Webster (Team GB ering manual handling solutions for atomical risk assessment day, where an Weightlifter) effortlessly lifting 175 kilos delivering Manual Handling work environ- major blue chip companies. assessor from Pristine Condition toured training in such a real and ef- ment.” We wanted to deliver a high impact the site observing first-hand what manual fective way will hopefully Paul Davison, program of manual handling training handling issues we have. leave a lasting impression on Supervisor for across the project for approximately It was quite literally lights camera ac- the workforce and every NG Bailey 1000 operatives. tion. Planning for this event involved time they lift they will con- Faced with this challenge we em- temporary works, audio visual specialists, sider how they can ‘keep “The training barked on the planning to deliver this logistics, scheduling and of course pro- their jam in!” added to the on the London Bridge project. motion. James Elford, knowledge I We set about creating a memorable Project Manager London already had event on site that would resonate In preparation for this we had a rather Bridge about Manual across the whole project. unusual conversation with our temporary handling. It gave We set to work planning this mas- works team. “From the incidents, close us techniques that sive event. Two weeks before the event “WHY DO WE NEED A REINFORCED calls and observations we are practical for everyday we invited the supply chain manage- STAGE?” Was the first question. were seeing quite a few man- use” “use your big engines.” ment to meet us and asked what are ANSWER: we have an Olympic weight- ual handling issues coming Tony Chalk, their key challenges. lifter opening our manual handling event DAY OF THE EVENT through in early 2016. We Plumber for PBS This helped us focus our efforts of by demonstrating a lift. When he’s done 8:00 AM wanted to do something dif- developing solutions to their manual he will drop it on the deck. Any other STAGE SET EVERYBODY PRIMED ferent to raise awareness “Everyone should know handling challenges. questions? FOR THE EVENT and provide some site based how to lift correct- Opening with a montage of weightlifting coaching for the workforce ly. The training video clips and energetic music, Brett to help them carry out their was very Cleavely introduces Davy Snowdon works safely. I’ve been really practical for (Founder owner of Pristine Condition) to encouraged by the feedback everyone begin the event. so we’ll continue to work working on Davy bounds onto the stage jumping with Pristine Condition to construction LONDON BRIDGE straight in explaining about the event. support the implementation sites.” Sonny Webster is invited to the stage to of better manual handling.” Vlad Turcan, demonstrate a lift of 175kilos which he’d Mark Howard, Supervisor for does effortlessly to rapturous applause Project Director London Bridge Prater and we are off to a flying start. Below: Sonny Webster As the principles were explained they (Representing the uk competing were demonstrated by Davy on stage, this at the 2016 Rio Olympics); Centre: ‘KEEP YOUR BACK was relayed via live video camera link Brett Cleavely (London Bridge SWEET... and projected onto the purpose built SHE Advisor) Event coordinator; All good promotions come Right: Davy Snowdon (MBE, twice screen to the left of the stag so it was visi- former team GB weightlifting with a memorable strapline MANUAL ble from the back of the service yard. Olympic coach and founder of and this one is no exception. Following the event everyone who at- Pristine Condition) ‘Don’t do your doughnut’ as tended went off to their work areas. shown above is to make you Two trainers were deployed to visit think about what damage you work areas across the site and deliver could do to your intervertebral training utilising the tools and materials disk. These disks act as shock at the site locations. absorbers between each of These sessions were approximately an the vertebrae in the spinal col- HANDLING hour long and were pre booked with the umn by keeping the vertebrae supervisors in advance to utilise the separated when there is im- trainers time as effectively as possible. pact from activity. This was met with skepticism by some Incorrect technique could attendees but it was pleasing to see the cause irreparable damage to realisation on people’s faces that there are these disks. Correct technique practical solutions to the manual han- will help you keep your Jam in! Article by: Brett Cleavely, SHE Advisor, London Bridge Re-development Project CAMPAIGN dling challenges they face. Article by Brett Cleavely, Costain SHE Advisor 8 JUNE/JULY 2016 ISSUE 17 9 Costain gather almost 1,000 staff to share a STAY SAFE powerful story Hot weather – The sun and heat can affect maintain a normal tempera- affect your ability to Stay safe and us, so bear in mind: ture. Aim to drink around two work safely. fit for work Sunburn reduces your body’s litres of water per day to re- SHE IMPACT DAY ability to rid itself of heat. Use duce the risk of dehydration. Alcohol On the 28th April 2016 all staff associ- sunscreen, cover up and Alcohol affects your body’s ated with the London Bridge Station moderate exposure to the sun Medication ability to regulate your tem- Redevelopment Project gathered for the if possible. When taking medication seek perature. SHE Impact Day. The message of the Limit time spent in the sun to advice of the doctor or phar- Keep tabs on those units of day was ‘What Could Go Wrong?’ prevent heat exhaustion. macist before working –even alcohol; you could be putting Nearly a thousand members of staff Dehydration reduces your some hay fever medications your life, the lives of your col- from Costain and their subcontractors body’s ability to sweat and could make you drowsy and leagues at risk. congregated in the service yard to listen to the guest speaker, Jennifer Denney. 1 Approx 1,000 of the London Bridge team gather to listen to Jennifer Keep your During the last 12 months, there has Drop back and slow down. You Keep in lane Denney’s story. distance and been an increase in the number of should have at least two seconds If a vehicle beside you matches keep in lane avoidable collisions; the biggest of space between you and the ve- your speed, reduce your speed causes being sudden lane changes. hicle in front of you. slightly to create space next to you Jennifer When driving in bright sunlight so you have an escape route out of talking to the Keep your distance shining into your eyes, during twi- trouble if necessary. team at London Only a fool breaks the two second rule. light hours, at night or in rain, you If changing lanes, show your con- Bridge Rearend collisions are one of the most should increase your distance to a sideration for others and use your common forms of traffic accidents minimum of four seconds. indicators in good time. caused by tailgating which is danger- Have a good look before changing 2 ous and against the law. lanes. Your personal Your personal wellbeing and positive Things you can do to help your personal Your brain needs a mix of nutrients to Please help us to keep you safe by keep- wellbeing and mental health is essential to enure you wellbeing and mental health: stay healthy and function well, just like ing us informed. If you think that you mental health are focussed on working safety. Talk to somebody: Talking to some- the other organs in your body. may have any personal issues that may one about your worries can help. A Do something you’re good at: affect your ability to work safely, report Personal issues at work and out- problem shared is a problem halved. Doing an activity you enjoy and you them to your Line Manager or the HR side of work can affect your ability Keep active: Regular exercise are good at helps beat stress and team. All personal issues reported will to carry out your duties safely. keeps the brain and other vital or- boosts your self-esteem. be treated confidentially. These include: gans healthy. It helps boost your self- See video on Bridgeway Intranet: ‘WHAT COULD GO WRONG?’ Health problems (including family’s) esteem and can help you concen- http://www.bridgewayhouse.com/bms/ The message of the day was for all staff to Bereavement trate, sleep, look and feel better. forms/Target%20Zero/Health%20 consider, what could go wrong? The aim Financial issues Eat well: Good food can have a long- &%Wellbeing/Depression/Living-with- was for everyone to consider this concept Any other personal or family issues lasting effect on your mental health. Depression-video.mp4 before writing a WPP, giving a briefing or starting work to make sure that all signifi- 3 cant risks have been considered and con- trolled before work even starts. “IT WILL Members of the Senior Management Team toured the site and interacted with the workforce to establish what the risks and hazards of the jobs that were be- ing completed with the objective of re- Members of the viewing current control measures and workforce texting highlighting innovation, good practice NEVER their family ‘WALK and improvements. JENNIFER DEENEY “IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN TO ME” Jennifer Deeney came to the event to “It was a pleasure to have such a coura- ON BY?’ share her story about how the tragic death geous woman as Jennifer Deeney talk of her husband Kieron, has affected her HAPPEN to the workforce as part of Costain’s How speaking up can life. Kieron, a steel fixer, fatally fell down SHE impact day. Our families and a lift shaft during the construction of friends are the most important things make a difference Canary Warf. Kieron had stepped on to us, and we don’t always think about a hatch cover that was not suitable for what would happen to them if we were DAN COOPER A Track formed the local Maintainer. use or secured properly and gave way. involved in a life changing accident at Team Leader on the KO2 Network Rail SE Kent route im- This accident occurred 13 weeks after friend of theTO family died on a construction ME” work. She shared her story which is Thameslink Project showed posed a 5mph speed restriction their wedding. site prior to his own accident. The session hugely powerful and reminded us all exceptional commitment to on the line and the maintainer Jennifer described the traumatic expe- was completed by everyone using their why it’s so important to go home safe safety whilst on site. Dan arranged immediate emergen- riences she suffered in the immediate af- mobile phone to contact their family every day.” made safety personal and cy mitigation by installing a clo- termath of the accident and the struggle members and loved ones and tell them Mark Howard, Project Director, did not walk-by when he no- sure rail to make safe. she endured to come to terms with what they mean to them. Costain ticed an operational rail in Network Rail Program Man- Kieron’s death and how she would move Jennifer has used this motivation to an unsafe condition. ager Paul Cross said: “I would on with her life. Jennifer’s aim is to use overcome many different challenges; in- “By their very nature and title, the Cos- On the morning of Tuesday, like to recognise Dan for not her experience to motivate others to con- cluding running the London Marathon, tain SHE Impact Days need to make an 12th April, Dan was en-route to only spotting this but raising it sider the implications of their actions and being an Olympic torch bearer (twice) and immediate and lasting effect on the his worksite to start his day up to ensure the area is made to make the construction industry a safer becoming a HSE Inspector. project’s SHE performance. We make shift when he noticed a cracked safe for the passage of trains. place to work, to try and make sure that We thank everyone at Costain who no apology for the real life and ‘close to plate and missing bolt on the His actions are exactly what I no other families have to experience the helped make this day a success and thank home’ message our day had – it really Bolt missing from Up Charing Cross line at Spa expect from TLP staff that they prospect of a loved one not ever coming Jennifer for sharing her story with us at emphasised the ‘what could go wrong’ cracked Road. He was concerned by the are not only concerned about Article by Joseph Hagan, Safety & home from work. The London Bridge Redevelopment Project. question and message we are rolling plate potential consequence on safe their own duties but consider Sustainability Project Partner, Balfour Beatty The message throughout the session out across the project.” operation of trains and in- others too.” was, “It Will Never Happen To Me” the Article by Griff Bromfield-Jenkins, James Elford, Project Manager, words that Kieron had said to her when a Graduate SHE Advisor, Costain Costain 10 JUNE/JULY 2016 ISSUE 17 11

The Award We caught up with the following guys RECENTLY BALFOUR BEATTY Rail who work for Network Rail: Thameslink project have won their first TLP Sustainability award after John Treadwell, P-Way submitting a case study surrounding BBR MAKING A Construction Manager, Network Rail the ‘Conductor Beam Air Gap Neutral Nick Peacock, Construction THE SHARP Section Canal Tunnel/ St Pancras’. Manager, Network Rail The rail design team have been work- Roy Butterfield, Senior Project ing tirelessly to create a novel, Over- head Line Equipment (OLE) Neutral DIFFERENCE: Engineer, Network Rail Section constructed using conductor beam sections between the canal tun- nels and St Pancras low level station. John Treadwell, P-Way This had originally posed several FIRST SUSTAINABILITY AWARD Construction Manager, SUPER challenges due to the out of phase Network Rail electrical supply relationship between ing in a site visit and the possibility of simpler design with fewer components, the Midland Mainline and the East future project replications. In total, over lowering maintenance and inspection Coast Mainline, as the different OLE 2km of Conductor Beam has been suc- costs by two thirds when compared to a systems needed to be kept separated cessfully installed on the N321/N306 typical catenary system. There is also SEVEN throughout the process. In order to Thameslink Project due to the hard work far less impact on commuters/ reputa- overcome this challenge, a pioneering and innovation of our team. tional risk as the beams do not wear as Here are seven system called ‘The Conductor Beam A few of the key benefits of this new in- much as cable and life expectancy (of Air Gap Neutral Section’ was put in novative system is that it creates a far over sixty years) is significantly longer place. Due to the highly innovative more robust electrical sectioning air gap than a typical catenary system. things everyone can nature of this solution, the project was between two sections of beam, a large im- surrounded with great interest from provement from traditional high mainte- Article by Joseph Hagan, Safety & Sustainability Project do to keep out of the cross rail project team, culminat- nance section insulators. It also has a far Partner, Balfour Beatty John Treadwell, HI-VIZ LEARNS WHAT SOME OF THE P-Way Construction Manager, Network Rail NETWORK RAIL MANAGER’S IN RAILWAY harm’s way... ENDSYSTEMS DO Q. Please give an overview of what your job entails on Why wearing Railway Systems. Nick Peacock, Construction Roy Butterfield, Senior Project A. I am a highly motivated and dedi- Manager, Network Rail Engineer, Network Rail headphones whilst cated railway professional who has been carrying out the duties as the Construction manager for P-way in cycling could be the New Cross Gate construction team, to ensure the works are com- dangerous pleted safely and to program and Take extra care when stepping budget. The role requires liaising 1 out of vehicles WEARING HEADPHONES WHILE cy- with multi-discipline staff and sub- cling is a contentious issue that divides contractors to ensure installation road users. With many road users sug- works on the KO2 project. I review Stay focused first thing: many gesting that wearing headphones while P-WAYS work package plans, gath- Roy Butterfield, accidents happen within the first riding a bike should be outlawed, the sug- er information and identify poten- Senior Project 2 60 minutes of a shift gestion of listening to music while riding Engineer, tial problems and assist in solving Nick Peacock, is a controversial one. them on site, carry out day to day Construction Network Rail The concern is that when wearing in- meetings for reporting purposes. Manager, Network Take extra care when its slippery ear headphones, you are severely dimin- On Nights we chair two meetings, Rail Q. Please give an overview of 3 and wet ishing your sense of hearing, subse- one at 23:00 and one at 05:00 at what your job entails on Railway quently endangering yourself and others New Cross Gate with all partners. Q. Please give an overview of Systems. through not being able to hear vehicles The purpose is to agree all activities what your job entails on Railway A. My role involves working with the Always step ballast to ballast on or other hazards. on site so that the work flows and Systems. NR construction team. I’m currently 4 the track all planned work is completed. To A. I am the glue between the different assisting the delivery of the high level prevent any interface problems we disciplines on site checking work is Stageworks at London Bridge, my main “Headphones also liaise the ES, ODM and London going to plan and built to the correct focus is to integrate the track, civils Always use the handrail on stairs Bridge signal box. standard. and signalling partners to ensure cor- 5 whilst riding a On weekends we support the war rect scope has been captured and un- room with site information’s and In- Q. What is your input for making derstand any potential clashes. Don’t walk and talk: a terfacing with partners, sub-con- sites a safe place of work, for you l a r g e p e r c e n t a g e o f s l i p s , bike should be tractors and suppliers to co-ordi- and your mates? Q. What is your input for making 6 trips and falls happen because nate project progression and mate- A. I see myself as a fresh set of sites a safe place of work, for you someone was distracted outlawed” rials availability on site. eyes pointing out issues and guiding and your mates? where necessary, I also use Time2T- A. I attend design and construction Before starting work, tidy up A BBC poll in 2015 found 90% of peo- Q. What is your input for alks and Compliance Checks to high- reviews to ensure safe delivery on site work sites clearing away any ple would want a ban on riding with making sites a safe place of light any issues. and with future maintenance in mind. 7 potential hazards headphones, while one in six admitted to work, for you and your mates? doing it. A. Site inspection, safety conversa- Q. What is the most important Q. What is the most important We can all do more to avoid getting hurt on Ex London Mayor voiced concerns tions, Time to talk, and Compliance piece of safety kit on site? piece of safety kit on site? our sites and in the office. about wearing headphones whilst cycling checks also and WWP and Task A. The guys themselves and the way A. Correct and relevant work package Many cyclists have found they make briefing with all multiple disci- they behave, plus I am always on hand plans, task briefing sheets and safe Before you start work, remember to re- their own rules sometimes, such as put- plines partners. to give them the benefit of my 16 years systems of work packs with a good view your work areas for potential haz- ting one earphone in and leaving the oth- on the railway! briefing to fully understand any- po ards. Speak up if you notice something or er out, or wearing headphones with noth- Q. What is the most important tential hazards. someone that is un- ing playing through them simply to re- piece of safety kit on site? Q. If you could change one thing safe, and raise close duce the noise. A. People’s behaviour on site. what would it be? Q. If you could change one thing calls where neces- During a bikeathon event on the pro- A. Peoples attitude to work and safety. what would it be? sary. Take person- gramme to raise money for charity a cy- Q. If you could change one A. Not having to work weekends and al responsibility to clist using an exercise bike was listening thing what would it be? Q. If you could represent you country public holidays. make sure that YOU to music when one of her earphones fell A. No wars and peace on earth. at one thing what would it be? and your workmates LISTEN from her ear and became entangled in the A. The British General Knowledge Q. If you could represent you country go home safe today, wheel – had this occurred on the road a Q. If you could represent you Quiz Champion! at one thing what would it be? and every day. serious situation may have occurred. country at one thing what A. England Football Manger, I’ve got Whatever your stance on the matter; would it be? F.A. coaching badges so I couldn’t do stay alert and be safe. A. Wine tasting champion. Article by Mike Netherton, H&S Manager, any worse than our current Roy. Article by Michelle Gander, Thameslink Programme Health & Safety Specialist, Article by Annamarie Compton, Consents Manager, London Network Rail TO THIS Bridge Delivery Team 12 JUNE/JULY 2016

Kate Cook is a nutritionist who has worked with leading companies for 16 years to improve health through inspiring change in nutrition. Eating better, she DRINK AND BE MERRY believes, is not only better for individuals DURING THE SUMMER months the but for companies too. She has written 5 normal expectation is that there is books probably going to be hotter weather including (although that is never a guarantee!) “The when we are talking about the Great (WATER OF COURSE!) Corporate British Isles! Wellness Obviously in the hotter weather mak- A guide to staying hydrated Bible” and ing sure you are adequately hydrated is has a clinic key. But how much is enough? Many of in Harley us have lost the ability to know the dif- Street, ference between hunger and thirst. So if London. you feel hungry it is worth having some water and seeing if that cancels the hun- Kate will be giving us some advice on ger – it is often our bodies crying out for health and wellbeing. If you have any hydration. specific requests for articles that you’d The way to hydrate is to sip water not like to see Kate cover contact sharon. to glug – if you glug you will end up tak- [email protected]. ing loads of comfort breaks – a real rea- son why people don’t like to drink too much as its often a pain to keep taking The thinking now-a-days is that the breaks in the middle of tasks. Sipping fish should be the smaller oily fish like hydrates the body, where as glugging sardines, anchovies, mackerel and pil- gives you a “kidney flush” and you will chards which tend to be less polluted be racing off to the bathroom. and are more readily available in our Drinking gallons and gallons of water oceans. seems to be the new trend but drinking Plastic water bottles whilst conven- too much too fast can wash out essential ient are both wasteful to the environ- minerals like magnesium – so again, sip- ment, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch ping is the key. is located in the North Pacific Gyre off Although this may seem a bit off beam, the coast of California and is the larg- the reason we get so dehydrated is that est ocean garbage site in the world. the body is lacking an important fat, This floating mass of plastic is twice (Omega 3 essential fatty acids, principal- the size of Texas, with plastic pieces ly from fish). This type of fat makes a wa- outnumbering sea life six to one, and ter-proof overcoat for our body’s cells plastic bottles are potentially harmful (the individual building blocks of the to our own health. The plastic of the body). If our bodies are not losing water bottles may leach chemicals in to the by evaporation then we do not need to water – yes, another thing to worry pour so much water into the system by about! Taking your own metal and re- drinking lots and lots of water. So mak- usable water bottle to work is the so- ing sure you have a good diet with ade- lution to this issue and much better quate amounts of oily fish is essential. for the environment too! WORDSEARCH A sunny, summertime word- search puzzle: The following Have you got Project 33 words are hidden in the grid Documents? Yes? above. Words can appear Then they MUST be in eB. forwards or backwards. Can you find them all? eB is the mandatory document library. If you Necked Outdoor Assumed Foreman store or get Project docu- Protect your skin Two weeks holiday ments from anywhere else Antenna Peeler they are NOT valid. Robert Hatchet Aggression Close call Acclaim No rain Remember, an unapproved Summery weather Keep wishing safety document could Reverse Meetings cause significant harm to Buckle Site safety Turtle Sun then rainfall our people. Parasol Unblocking Hotshot Stocked Get your documents into Open air Sunburnt Hydration Tax free eB now. Screen Grade Leicester to win Talk to your Document

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