Division B
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Part 8 — Safety Measures at Construction Sites

Section 8.2. Protection of the Public

8.2.1. Walkways, Fencing, Boarding and Barricades

8.2.1.1. Covered Walkways

1) If construction of a building may cause a hazard for persons using the adjacent sidewalk, work shall not commence until a covered walkway has been provided on the sidewalk in accordance with Article 8.2.1.2.

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1) If construction of a building may cause a hazard for persons using the adjacent sidewalk, work shall not commence until a covered walkway has been provided on the sidewalk in accordance with Article 8.2.1.2.Where the construction may constitute a hazard to the public, work shall not commence on the construction, alteration or repair of a building until a covered way has been provided as described in Article 8.2.1.2. to protect the public, except where

a) the work is done within a solid enclosure,

b) the building is at a distance of 2 m or more from a public way used by pedestrians, or

c) site conditions warrant a distance greater than provided in Clause (b).

2) Despite the provisions of Sentence (1) a covered walkway is not required on a sidewalk if

a) the work is carried out entirely behind fencing, boarding or barricades which separate the construction site from the sidewalk, or

b) the building is located no less than 2 m from a sidewalk used by pedestrians, except that the Chief Building Official may require a covered walkway for a site which contains a project if, in the opinion of the Chief Building Official, site conditions so warrant.

8.2.1.2. Covered Walkway Construction

1) A covered walkway shall be

a) no less than 2.5 m in height,

b) no less than 1.5 m in width, or the width of the sidewalk, whichever is the lesser,

c) designed and constructed to support loads no less than 2.4 kPa on the roof,

d) designed and constructed to support all loads that may be applied to it,

e) equipped with a weather tight roof sloped towards the site or a flat roof with a splash board no less than 300 mm high on the street side,

f) totally enclosed on the construction site side of the sidewalk,

g) constructed with a wall with a smooth surface facing the sidewalk,

h) equipped with a railing 1 070 mm high measured from the walking surface and located on the street side of the sidewalk if the covered walkway is supported by posts on the street side of the sidewalk>, and

i) constructed with sufficient lighting to enable the public to walk safely through any walkway which is constructed on a sidewalk which is illuminated by overhead street lighting at night.

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1) A covered walkwayway shall be

a) no have a clear height of not less than 2.5 m in height,

b) no have a clear width of not less than 1.5 m in width, or the width of the sidewalkpublic way, whichever is the lesser,

c) be designed and constructed to support loads no safely all loads that may be reasonably expected to be applied to it, but in no case less than 2.4 kPa on the roof,

d) designed and constructed to support all loads that may be applied to it,

d) equipped with a weather tight have a weathertight roof sloped towards the site or a flat roof , if flat, be equipped with a splash board nonot less than 300 mm high on the street side,

e) totally enclosed on the construction site side of the sidewalk,

g) constructed with a wall with a be totally enclosed on the site side with a structure having a reasonably smooth surface facing the sidewalkpublic way,

f) equipped with have a railing 1 070 mm high measured from the walking surface and located on the street side of the sidewalk if the covered walkwaywhere the covered way is supported by posts on the street side of the sidewalk>, and

g) constructed with sufficient lighting to enable the public to walk safely through any walkway which is constructed on a sidewalk which is illuminated by overhead street lighting at night.be adequately lighted when the public way is lighted.

8.2.1.3. Fencing, Boarding or Barricades

1) If construction, which may cause a hazard to the public is located 2 m or less from a street, fencing, boarding or barricades not less than 1.8 m high shall be erected between the construction site and the street.

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1) If construction, which may causeWhen a construction or demolition activity may constitute a hazard to the public and is located 2 m or lessmore from a streetpublic way, fencinga strongly constructed fence, boarding or barricadesbarricade not less than 1.8 m high shall be erected between the constructionsite and the streetpublic way or open sides of a construction site.

1) If construction, which may causeWhen a construction or demolition activity may constitute a hazard to the public and is located 2 m or less from a streetpublic way, fencinga strongly constructed fence, boarding or barricadesbarricade not less than 1.8 m high shall be erected between the constructionsite and the streetpublic way or open sides of a construction site.

2) Fencing, boarding or barricades erected in accordance with Sentence (1) shall have a smooth surface facing the street and shall have no openings, except openings required for access to the construction site.

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2) Fencing, boarding or barricades erected in accordance with Sentence (1)Barricades shall have a reasonably smooth surface facing the streetpublic way and shall have nobe without openings, except openingsthose required for access to the construction site.

3) Access openings through fencing, boarding or barricades erected in accordance with Sentence (1) shall be equipped with gates that shall be

a) closed and locked when the construction site is unattended, and

b) maintained in place until construction is completed.

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3) Access openings through fencing, boarding or barricades erected in accordance with Sentence (1)barricades shall be equipped with gates that shall be

a) kept closed and locked when the constructionsite is unattended, and

b) maintained in place until construction is completed.maintained in place until completion of the construction or demolition activity.

8.2.1.4. Special Hazards

1) If an unusual hazard exists on a construction site, security guards shall be posted 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, to prevent public access to the area where the unusual hazard is located.

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1) If an unusual hazard exists on a construction site, security guards shall be posted 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, to prevent public access to the area where the unusual hazard is located.Where any special hazard exists from which it is not possible to protect the public by other means, persons shall be employed to prevent the public from entering the danger zone at any time of the day or night.

8.2.1.5. Work Shutdown

1) All hazardous areas on a project site shall be secured against unauthorized entry at all times.

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1) All hazardous areas on a projectconstruction site shall be secured against unauthorized entry at all times when workers are not present on the site.

1) All hazardous areas on a project site shall be secured against unauthorized entry at all times.When work on a construction site is suspended or ceases so that it will not be occupied during normal working hours, the hazardous part of the construction site shall be protected by

a) covering all windows, doors and other openings located within 3 m of the ground which may give access to the building with a securely fastened barricade, or

b) a fence or barricade constructed according to the requirements of Article 8.2.1.3.

2) If workers are not present on a construction site during normal working hours,

a) all windows, doors and other openings located within 3 m of the ground shall be secured with barricades, or

b) fencing, boarding or barricades shall be constructed around the entire site in accordance with Article 8.2.1.3.

8.2.2. Excavation

8.2.2.1. Water Removal

1) Excavations shall be kept clear of water.

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1) Excavations shall be kept reasonably clear of water.

8.2.2.2. Protection of Adjoining Property

1) If the stability of adjoining buildings may be endangered by excavation of an adjacent site, underpinning, shoring and bracing shall be provided to prevent

a) damage or movement to, the adjoining building, and

b) hazards to the public.

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1) If the stability of adjoining buildings may be endangered by excavationtheof an adjacent site, work of excavating, adequate underpinning, shoring and bracing shall be provided to prevent

a) damage to, or movement to, of, any part of the adjoining building, and

b) hazards the creation of a hazard to the public.

8.2.3. Use of Streets or Public Property

8.2.3.1. Safe Passage Past Site

1) Except as provided in Article 8.2.3.2., provision shall be made at all times for the safe passage of pedestrian and vehicular traffic past the project site.

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1) Except as provided in Article 8.2.3.2., provision shall be made at all times for the safe passage of pedestrian and vehicular traffic past the projectconstruction site.

1) Except as provided in Article 8.2.3.2., provisionprovisions shall be made at all times for the safe passage of pedestrian and vehicular traffic past the projectsite.

2) Materials or equipment shall not be placed on any public way except as authorized by the City Engineer, the General Manager, Real Estate and Facilities Management, or the General Manager, Park Board, as the case may be.

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2) MaterialsMaterial or equipment shall not be placed on any street or other public wayproperty except as authorized by the City Engineer, the General Manager, Real Estate and Facilities Management, or the General Manager, Park Board, as the case may be.

3) Except as provided in Sentence (4), a sidewalk which is adjacent to a construction site shall be kept clear of obstructions at all times.

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3) Except as provided in Sentence (4), where a sidewalk which is exists adjacent to atheconstructionsite it shall be kept clear of obstructions at all times.

4) If construction necessitates the obstruction of an adjacent sidewalk, a temporary sidewalk shall be provided and shall be kept clear of obstructions at all times.

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4) If constructionWhere constructionnecessitates operations necessitate the obstruction of an adjacent a sidewalk, a temporary sidewalk shall be provided and it shall be kept clear of obstructionsobstruction at all times.

5) If construction necessitates the movement of material or equipment on or across a public way a person shall be posted to supervise the movement of the material or equipment and shall take all steps necessary to ensure the safety of pedestrians and vehicular traffic on the public way.

8.2.3.2. Overhead Construction Activities

1) Overhead operations which may create a hazard to pedestrian or vehicular traffic shall only be carried out if the public way is closed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

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1) Overhead operations which may create a hazard to pedestrian or vehicular traffic shall only be carried out if the public way is closed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic.Operations such as the hoisting of major components onto a tall building or other overhead activities that constitute a hazard to pedestrians below from which the public cannot be protected by barricades, covered ways or similar means shall not be carried out until the street or other public way is closed.

5) Permission to close a street, park or other public way as required in Sentences (2), (3) and (4) shall be applied for and obtained before the street, park or other public way is closed.

8.2.3.3. Barriers

1) An excavation in a street or other public way or adjacent to a traffic lane where there is no sidewalk or curb, shall be protected by barriers.

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1) An excavation in a street or other public way or adjacent to a traffic lane where there is no sidewalk or curb, shall be protected by barriers.Excavations in streets or public property shall

a) be adequately barricaded, and

b) have warning signs or lights installed on each section of the barricades referred to in Clause (a).

3) Barriers provided for in Sentence (1) shall be marked with retro reflective tape, paint or delineators sufficient to make the barriers visible from dusk until dawn.

8.2.3.4. Restoration and Repair of Streets or City Property

1) All streets, parks, public ways or city property that are damaged during construction shall be restored to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the General Manager, Real Estate and Facilities Management, or the General Manager, Park Board, as the case may be.

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1) All streets, parks, public ways or city property that are damaged during construction shall be restored to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the General Manager, Real Estate and Facilities Management, or the General Manager, Park Board, as the case may be.All sidewalks, streets or other public property that have been damaged shall be restored to a safe condition.

2) All obstructions on streets, parks or other public ways shall be removed as soon as the need for such obstructions is ended.

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2) All obstructions on streetssidewalks, parksstreets or other public wayspublic property shall be removed as soon as when the need for such obstructions is ended.

8.2.3.5. Warning Lights

1) Warning lights shall be placed and shall be in operation from dusk to dawn at all obstructions on public ways.

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1) Warning lights shall be placed and shall be in operation from dusk to dawn during the hours of darkness at all obstructions on streets or other public ways.

8.2.3.6. Maintenance of Public Ways and City Property

4) No person shall dump or discharge waste water from construction activities or vehicle wash water from concrete trucks or dump trucks on public ways or City property.

8.2.4. Traffic Control

8.2.4.1. Protection of the Public on Public Ways

1) If work on a project site creates a traffic hazard on or adjacent to a public way, traffic control measures for the duration of the hazard shall include

a) persons to direct construction workers,

b) persons to direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic,

c) appropriate warning signs indicating the presence of construction work and flagpersons.

d) warning signs indicating any lane closures,

e) if there is a lane closure of a vehicle travel lane, retro reflective lane control devices set up in a gradual taper to close the vehicle travel lane,

f) if there is a lane closure of a vehicle travel lane at night, yellow flashing lights mounted on retro reflective barricades at the closure point of the vehicle travel lane,

g) retro reflective lane control devices surrounding the closed portion of any public way, and

h) at night, retro reflective barricades with yellow flashing lights in front of any construction material or equipment which is not marked with retro reflective sheeting.

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1) If work on a projectconstruction site creates a traffic hazard on or adjacent to a public way, traffic control measures for the duration of the hazard shall include

a) persons to direct construction workers,

b) persons to direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic,

c) appropriate warning signs indicating the presence of construction work and flagpersons.

d) warning signs indicating any lane closures,

e) if there is a lane closure of a vehicle travel lane, retro reflective lane control devices set up in a gradual taper to close the vehicle travel lane,

f) if there is a lane closure of a vehicle travel lane at night, yellow flashing lights mounted on retro reflective barricades at the closure point of the vehicle travel lane,

g) retro reflective lane control devices surrounding the closed portion of any public way, and

h) at night, retro reflective barricades with yellow flashing lights in front of any construction material or equipment which is not marked with retro reflective sheeting.

1) If work on a project site creates a traffic hazard on or adjacent to a public way, traffic control measures for the duration of the hazard shall includeWhere a hazard to vehicular traffic on a public way is created by work on a construction site, the following shall be provided to direct the traffic:

a) persons to direct construction workers,one or more workers,

b) persons to direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic,

c) appropriate warning signs indicating the presence of construction work and flagpersons.warning signs,

d) warning signs indicating any lane closures,barriers,

e) if there is a lane closure of a vehicle travel lane, retro reflective lane control devices set up in a gradual taper to close the vehicle travel lane,lane control devices, or

f) if there is a lane closure of a vehicle travel lane at night, yellow flashing lights mounted on retro reflective barricades at the closure point of the vehicle travel lane,flashing lights or flares located at a suitable distance from the hazard.

g) retro reflective lane control devices surrounding the closed portion of any public way, and

h) at night, retro reflective barricades with yellow flashing lights in front of any construction material or equipment which is not marked with retro reflective sheeting.

2) If work on a construction site creates a hazard to bicycle traffic on a bikeway for more than 15 minutes, traffic control measures for the duration of the hazard must include

a) a safe delineated continuous path for bicycle traffic or a safe alternative delineated path for pedestrian traffic,

b) persons to supervise and direct bicycle traffic past the hazard, and

c) if a safe alternative pedestrian path is provided, a bicycle dismount sign at either end of the path.

8.2.4.2. Traffic Control and Hazard Signs

1) Traffic control and traffic hazard signs shall be

a) at least 75 cm by 75 cm,

b) backed with retro reflective sheeting,

c) marked with black text or symbols on a fluorescent orange background for hazard signs, and

d) marked with black text or symbols on a white background for traffic control signs.

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1) Traffic control and traffic hazard signs shall beA flag used to direct traffic shall be

a) red,

a) at least 75 cm by 75 cm,not less than 450 mm by 500 mm,

b) backed with retro reflective sheeting,

c) marked with black text or symbols on a fluorescent orange background for hazard signs, andmounted on a staff not less than 1 m long, with the long side of the flag attached securely to the staff along its entire length, and

d) marked with black text or symbols on a white background for traffic control signs.maintained in a clean and untorn condition when being used.

8.2.4.3. Lane Control Devices

1) A lane control device shall be

a) a fluorescent red or orange plastic tubular marker 100 cm in diameter marked with two 8 cm retro reflective bands,

b) a fluorescent red or orange plastic cone 45 cm or 70 cm in diameter at the base with a 15 cm retro reflective band, or

c) a fluorescent red or orange plastic flexible drum with two 10 inch retro reflective bands.

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1) A lane control device shall beA sign used to direct traffic shall be

a) diamond-shaped and of material not less rigid than 6 mm thick plywood,

a) a fluorescent red or orange plastic tubular marker 100 cm in diameter marked with two 8 cm retro reflective bands,not less than 450 mm by 450 mm in size and mounted at one corner on a substantial pole not less than 1.2 m long,

b) a fluorescent red or orange plastic cone 45 cm or 70 cm in diameter at the base with a 15 cm retro reflective band, orred on one side with black corner areas so that the red area is a regular 8-sided figure, and with the word “STOP” in clearly distinguishable white letters not less than 150 mm high located centrally on the sign,

d) yellow on the other side with the word “SLOW” in clearly distinguishable black letters not less than 150 mm high located centrally on the sign, or symbols recognized by the International Traffic Code, and

c) a fluorescent red or orange plastic flexible drum with two 10 inch retro reflective bands.maintained in a clean condition when being used.

1) A lane control device shall beA sign used to direct traffic shall be

a) diamond-shaped and of material not less rigid than 6 mm thick plywood,

b) not less than 450 mm by 450 mm in size and mounted at one corner on a substantial pole not less than 1.2 m long,

a) a fluorescent red or orange plastic tubular marker 100 cm in diameter marked with two 8 cm retro reflective bands,red on one side with black corner areas so that the red area is a regular 8-sided figure, and with the word “STOP” or “ARRÊT” in clearly distinguishable white letters not less than 150 mm high located centrally on the sign,

b) a fluorescent red or orange plastic cone 45 cm or 70 cm in diameter at the base with a 15 cm retro reflective band, oryellow on the other side with the word “SLOW” or “LENTEMENT” in clearly distinguishable black letters not less than 150 mm high located centrally on the sign, or symbols recognized by the International Traffic Code, and

c) a fluorescent red or orange plastic flexible drum with two 10 inch retro reflective bands.maintained in a clean condition when being used.

8.2.4.4. Traffic Control Person

1) A person directing traffic on a public way shall

a) carry written proof of completion of a traffic control course approved under the authority of the Workers’ Compensation Act of British Columbia or the British Columbia Safety Council,

b) wear personal protective equipment approved under the authority of the Workers’ Compensation Act of British Columbia including a safety vest, hard hat, reflective wrist straps, and safety footwear approved under the authority of the Canadian Standards Association,

c) use a traffic control paddle consisting of a “STOP” sign marked with white letters on a retro reflective red background and a “slow” sign marked with black letters on a retro reflective yellow background,

d) use a flashlight that includes a red signalling hood for night traffic conditions.

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1) A person worker who is directing traffic on a public wayshall

a) carry written proof of completion of a traffic control course approved under the authority of the Workers’ Compensation Act of British Columbia or the British Columbia Safety Council,be equipped as required by Article 8.2.4.5.,

b) wear personal protective equipment approved under the authority of the Workers’ Compensation Act of British Columbia including a safety vest, hard hat, reflective wrist straps, and safety footwear approved under the authority of the Canadian Standards Association,

c) use a traffic control paddle consisting of a “STOP” sign marked with white letters on a retro reflective red background and a “slow” sign marked with black letters on a retro reflective yellow background,be instructed in the signals to be used in controlling traffic,

d) use a flashlight that includes a red signalling hood for night traffic conditions.be provided with a copy of written instructions on the correct methods for traffic direction, and

d) direct traffic by using either a flag or sign.

8.2.4.5. Deleted

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8.2.4.5. DeletedClothing While Directing Traffic

1) A worker while directing traffic shall wear the following clothing which shall be fluorescent and coloured either blaze orange or red:

a) a vest, or

b) sleeves that extend from above the elbow to the wrist.

8.2.4.6. Construction Vehicle Traffic Hazard

1) If the location or use of a vehicle related to a construction site creates a traffic hazard on a public way adjacent to a construction site, the vehicle shall display

a) a 360 degree yellow flashing light,

b) four way flashers, and

c) a flashing arrow board.

8.2.5. Waste Material

8.2.5.1. Control of Waste Material

1) Waste material or other material shall not be permitted to fall freely from one storey to another.

8.2.5.2. Removal of Waste Material

1) Waste material shall be removed as quickly as possible by means of

a) appropriate containers,

b) an enclosed shaft or chute conforming to Sentence 8.2.5.4.(1), or

c) a hoisting apparatus if large pieces or objects are involved.

8.2.5.3. Enclosures for Waste Material

1) Waste material removed in accordance withSentence 8.2.5.2.(1) shall be deposited in a container which is

a) designed to ensure that waste material cannot escape from the container, and

b) secure and inaccessible to the public.

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1) Waste material removed in accordance with Sentence 8.2.5.2.(1) shall be deposited in a container which isWaste material cleared as provided in Sentence 8.2.5.2.(1) shall be deposited in an enclosure

a) designed to ensure that waste material cannot escape from the container, andso arranged as to prevent waste material from being projected beyond the confines of the enclosure, and

b) secure and inaccessible not accessible to the public.

8.2.5.4. Chutes for Waste Material

1) A chute which is inclined more than 45° to the horizontal shall be fully enclosed.

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1) A chute which is inclined more than 45° to the horizontal shall be fully enclosed.The chute described in Clause 8.2.5.2.(1)(b) shall be closed if it is inclined more than 45° to the horizontal.

8.2.5.5. Disposal of Waste Material

2) Sentence (1) does not apply to

a) proposed work of a value of $50,000 or less, and

b) corrective measures or immediate measures carried out by the Chief Building Official in accordance with Articles 1.5.3.4. and 1.5.3.5. of Division C.

8.2.6. Fire Safety Measures

8.2.6.1. Application

8.2.6.2. Protection of Adjacent Buildings

8.2.6.3. Fire Safety Plan

8.2.6.4. Access for Firefighting

8.2.6.5. Portable Extinguishers

8.2.6.6. Standpipe Systems

8.2.6.7. Hot Surface Applications

8.2.6.8. Ignition Sources

8.2.6.9. Utility Services to Buildings under Construction

8.2.6.10. Fuel Supply Installation

8.2.6.11. Safety of Fuel Tanks and Piping at Construction Sites

8.2.6.12. Fire Separations in Partly Occupied Buildings

8.2.6.13. Protection During Fire Protection System Shutdown

8.2.6.14. Requirement for Fire Watch

8.2.6.15. Smoking Restrictions on Construction Sites

8.2.6.16. Egress from Buildings under Construction

8.2.6.17. Fire Warning in Buildings under Construction

8.2.6.18. Storage and Use of Dangerous Goods on Construction Sites

8.2.6.19. Temporary Enclosures on Construction Sites

8.2.6.20. Storage of Combustible Refuse

8.2.6.21. Shut-off of Utility Services at Excavation Sites

8.2.6.22. Maintaining Existing Utility Services

1) Existing utility services may be left within the area of the excavation if

a) the service company consents to the location of the services before the excavation begins,

b) a method of excavation is adopted which ensures that the services are not damaged, and

c) the services are provided with temporary support.