1. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel TASK#4 Question-2 Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Omar alshehhi Topic: Student Name: M00009510 Student No: 18/9/24 Date:

2. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Introduction: An organization's risk management approach is fundamentally based on its Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS). An organization can safeguard its employees and those under its supervision by putting in place an OHSMS. Respect the law's obligations. Promote ongoing development. The standards for an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system are outlined in the international standard ISO 45001. Organizations can enhance their OH&S performance and manage risks with the help of this approach. Objectives: •Respect all health and safety laws. Participate in and interact with employees to develop or enhance our culture of health and safety. Decrease the amount of occurrences that occur there. •Conduct a health and safety awareness training program for the entire organization. •Meeting these overarching goals will serve as the yardstick for evaluating the efficacy of the OH&S management system. Current OHSMS Status: Implement status in EM Steel: EM Steel has implemented of OHSMS system and follow standards. To develop an ISO 45001 based OHS management system in ESA has systematically follow below steps: •Consultation •Designing the OHSMS system •Hazard and Risk Management •Training •Implement and Review

3. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel ES - OSHAD approval certificate:

4. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Training and Awareness: The H&S department conducts trainings across the ESA, and they often request nominations for the many types of trainings and the dissemination of knowledge on various safety training themes. All training’s material has complied with OSHAD CoP standards. • Make sure that the management of contractors is done in a methodical way to minimize risks to the health and safety of contractors, staff, and the community. • Establish precise guidelines for managing the occupational safety and health (OSH) components of contractors performing "construction work" for the building and construction industries. Incident and Accident Data:

5. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Emergency Preparedness: • These processes are implemented in the workplace very efficiently, and they are reviewed and updated on a regular basis. • Every Department in the ESA is ERP prepared in accordance with their risk matrix within their areas.Additionally. all department managers have made sure to run at least two simulated drills a year to assess their accuracy in providing a prompt reaction.

6. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel This ERP can include in the below emergency scenarios: •Incidents leading to serious injuries / fatalities or ill health. •Explosion/fire. •Release of hazardous materials or gases. •Natural disaster (storms, flood, earthquake) •Pandemic of communicable or infectious disease •Communication failure •Radiological accident •Biological agent release. Effectiveness of OHSMS: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): EM Steel management has set some KPIs in Health and safety in every year. Present relevant KPIs ex: Injury rates, LTI (Lost Time Injury),

7. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Management review: EM Steel has monitoring of OSH shall be risk based and include at a minimum to continuous improvement at workplace: •Occupational air, noise and other relevant work amenities (Ex: lighting, ventilation) •Ergonomic and workplace design factors. •Wellness programs •Waste management •Hazardous substances •Health surveillance •Occupational illnesses •OSH hazards, near-misses and incidents. Worker Participation:

8. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •• All contractors and workers are required to participate in all required H&S safety trainings offered by ESA, and they must renew all required trainings every two years. •• Department heads identified competency-based training programs, such as emergency response, basic first aid, and lifting operations for supervisors, and nominated their staff for them. •Supervisors in their sections should identify employees who lack safety competency and encourage them to attend the appropriate safety training programs. Strengths and Weaknesses: Strengths: An Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) can be particularly effective in several key areas, contributing to a safer and more compliant work environment. Here are some areas where an OHSMS demonstrates significant effectiveness: 1. Risk Management a. Hazard Identification: An OHSMS helps systematically identify potential hazards in the workplace, whether they are physical, chemical, biological, or psychosocial. b. Risk Assessment and Control: It enables thorough risk assessments and the implementation of control measures to mitigate identified risks, reducing the likelihood of accidents and health issues. 2. Regulatory Compliance a. Adherence to Laws and Standards: OHSMS ensures compliance with national and international occupational health and safety regulations, minimizing legal risks and penalties. b. Documentation and Record-Keeping: It maintains accurate records of safety procedures, incidents, and compliance audits, which is crucial for demonstrating adherence to regulations. 3. Employee Health and Safety a. Accident Reduction: By implementing proactive safety measures and procedures, OHSMS helps to reduce the frequency and severity of workplace accidents and injuries. b. Health Monitoring: It supports the monitoring of employee health and well-being, including regular health checks and wellness programs, contributing to a healthier workforce. 4. Safety Culture and Awareness a. Training and Development: OHSMS includes training programs that enhance employees' awareness of safety practices, their roles in maintaining a safe workplace, and emergency response protocols. b. Engagement and Participation: It fosters a culture of safety by involving employees in safety programs and encouraging their active participation in identifying and addressing safety concerns. 5. Incident Management a. Incident Reporting: OHSMS provides structured processes for reporting and investigating workplace incidents, ensuring timely and effective responses. b. Corrective and Preventive Actions: It helps to analyze root causes of incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence. 6. Continuous Improvement a. Regular Audits and Reviews: The system includes regular audits and reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of safety measures and identify areas for improvement.

9. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel b. Performance Metrics: OHSMS uses performance metrics and indicators to track safety performance and drive continuous improvement in health and safety practices. 7. Emergency Preparedness a. Emergency Plans: It develops and maintains comprehensive emergency response plans, ensuring that the organization is prepared to handle various types of emergencies effectively. b. Drills and Training: Regular emergency drills and training ensure that employees know their roles and responsibilities during emergencies, improving overall preparedness. 8. Cost Management a. Reducing Costs: By preventing accidents and health issues, OHSMS helps reduce costs associated with workplace injuries, such as medical expenses, compensation claims, and downtime. b. Insurance Benefits: Improved safety performance can lead to reduced insurance premiums and better coverage terms. 9. Legal and Ethical Responsibility a. Legal Risk Mitigation: Effective OHSMS reduces the risk of legal action from workplace accidents and non-compliance with health and safety regulations. b. Ethical Standards: It promotes a responsible approach to workplace safety, reflecting the organization’s commitment to ethical standards and employee welfare. 10. Organizational Reputation a. Enhanced Reputation: Demonstrating a strong commitment to health and safety can enhance the organization’s reputation with clients, stakeholders, and the community. b. Competitive Advantage: A robust OHSMS can provide a competitive edge by attracting clients and talent who value a safe and responsible workplace. Weaknesses: While an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) can be highly effective, there are several areas where it often needs improvement to achieve optimal safety performance and compliance. Identifying and addressing these areas can significantly enhance the effectiveness of the OHSMS. Here are some common areas where OHSMS typically needs improvement: 1. Leadership and Commitment a. Visible Leadership: Ensuring that top management actively participates in and demonstrates commitment to safety is crucial. Often, there may be a gap between leadership intentions and actual support for safety initiatives. b. Safety Culture: Developing and maintaining a strong safety culture requires consistent leadership involvement and communication. Sometimes, there is insufficient emphasis on embedding safety into the organizational culture. 2. Employee Engagement a. Involvement in Safety Practices: Employees should be actively involved in safety planning and decision-making. Improvements are often needed in ensuring that employees have a meaningful role in the safety process and feel empowered to raise safety concerns. b. Communication: Enhancing communication channels between management and employees about safety issues, policies, and procedures is often needed. This includes feedback mechanisms and ensuring that safety messages are clear and understood. 3. Risk Assessment and Control a. Comprehensive Risk Assessments: Risk assessments may sometimes be inadequate or not updated regularly. Ensuring that all potential hazards are thoroughly assessed and that control measures are effectively implemented and reviewed is essential. b. Control Measures: There can be challenges in implementing and maintaining effective control measures. Regular review and adjustment of control measures based on new risks or incidents are often needed.

10. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel 4. Training and Competence a. Ongoing Training: Regular and relevant training for all employees, including management, is critical. There may be a need to improve the frequency, quality, and relevance of safety training programs to ensure that employees are equipped to handle current risks. b. Competency Development: Ensuring that employees have the necessary skills and knowledge for their specific roles, especially in high-risk areas, is an area that often requires enhancement. 5. Incident Management a. Incident Investigation: Improving the thoroughness and effectiveness of incident investigations can help prevent future occurrences. This includes identifying root causes and ensuring that corrective and preventive actions are properly implemented. b. Reporting Mechanisms: Simplifying and encouraging the reporting of near-misses, hazards, and incidents can help in identifying and addressing potential safety issues before they lead to accidents. 6. Documentation and Record-Keeping a. Document Control: Effective management of safety documentation, including policies, procedures, and records, is often lacking. Ensuring that documents are up-to-date, easily accessible, and properly controlled is essential. b. Record Accuracy: Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records of safety activities, incidents, training, and inspections can be an area needing improvement. 7. Emergency Preparedness a. Emergency Plans: Regular updates and testing of emergency response plans are crucial. Many organizations need to improve the relevance and effectiveness of their emergency plans and ensure they are well-communicated and practiced. b. Drills and Exercises: Conducting regular and realistic emergency drills and exercises helps ensure readiness. There is often a need to improve the frequency and effectiveness of these drills. 8. Monitoring and Performance Evaluation a. Performance Metrics: Developing and utilizing relevant safety performance metrics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the OHSMS can be challenging. There may be a need to improve the selection and analysis of these metrics. b. Internal Audits: Conducting regular and thorough internal audits to assess the OHSMS's effectiveness and identify areas for improvement is often an area requiring more attention. 9. Integration with Other Management Systems a. System Integration: Integrating the OHSMS with other management systems (e.g., quality management, environmental management) can enhance overall organizational performance. There may be a need to improve how well the OHSMS aligns with and supports other systems. b. Holistic Approach: Adopting a more holistic approach that considers how health and safety intersect with other organizational processes and objectives can lead to better overall management. 10. Resource Allocation a. Adequate Resources: Ensuring that sufficient resources (time, personnel, and financial) are allocated to safety initiatives is often a challenge. There may be a need to better align resource allocation with safety priorities. b. Continuous Improvement: Investing in continuous improvement initiatives, such as new technologies or safety innovations, is essential for maintaining and advancing safety performance. Gap analysis report: Conducting a gap analysis between OSHAD SF (Occupational Safety and Health Abu Dhabi System Framework) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems) involves comparing the two frameworks to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement. This comparison helps organizations align their Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) practices with international

11. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel environmental management standards. Here's a structured approach to conducting such a gap analysis: Overview of OSHAD SF and ISO 14001 OSHAD SF: The Occupational Safety and Health Abu Dhabi System Framework provides a structured approach to managing occupational health and safety in Abu Dhabi. It includes standards for risk management, incident reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement. ISO 14001: The ISO 14001 standard specifies requirements for an environmental management system (EMS) that helps organizations improve environmental performance through more efficient use of resources and reduction of waste. Comparison Framework The comparison is based on the following key components: 1.Policy and Planning 2.Implementation and Operation 3.Performance Evaluation 4.Management Review 5.Continuous Improvement Gap Analysis 1. Policy and Planning OSHAD SF: • Focuses on creating policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment, complying with local regulations. • Emphasizes risk management, hazard identification, and preventive measures. ISO 14001: • Requires the establishment of an environmental policy that reflects the organization’s commitment to environmental protection. • Includes planning processes to identify environmental aspects, legal requirements, and objectives for continual improvement. Gaps Identified: • Integration of Environmental Aspects: OSHAD SF may not explicitly address environmental aspects, whereas ISO 14001 includes this as a core component. There is an opportunity to integrate environmental considerations into OSHAD SF policies. • Objective Setting: ISO 14001 requires setting specific environmental objectives and targets, which may not be a strong focus in OSHAD SF. 2. Implementation and Operation OSHAD SF: • Implements safety procedures, training programs, and risk management strategies. • Includes emergency preparedness and response plans. ISO 14001: • Focuses on environmental management practices such as resource efficiency, waste reduction, and pollution prevention. • Requires training on environmental issues and the integration of environmental management into operational controls. Gaps Identified: • Operational Controls: ISO 14001 includes specific requirements for environmental controls that might not be present in OSHAD SF. • Resource Efficiency: There may be a lack of emphasis on resource efficiency and waste management in OSHAD SF compared to ISO 14001. 3. Performance Evaluation

12. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel OSHAD SF: • Involves monitoring and evaluating safety performance through incident reporting, inspections, and audits. Focuses on compliance with safety regulations and internal standards. ISO 14001: • Requires monitoring and measurement of environmental performance, including the effectiveness of the EMS. • Involves regular internal audits and management reviews to assess compliance with environmental objectives. Gaps Identified: • Environmental Performance Monitoring: OSHAD SF’s focus on safety performance may not fully cover environmental performance metrics required by ISO 14001. • Internal Audits: There may be differences in the frequency and scope of internal audits between OSHAD SF and ISO 14001. 4. Management Review OSHAD SF: • Requires management review of safety performance and compliance with regulations. • Focuses on reviewing safety policies and procedures. ISO 14001: • Mandates a formal management review of the EMS, including the effectiveness of environmental policies, objectives, and performance. Gaps Identified: • Formal Review Process: ISO 14001 has a more structured approach to management reviews, which may need to be adopted or enhanced in OSHAD SF to include environmental considerations. 5. Continuous Improvement OSHAD SF: • Emphasizes continuous improvement in safety practices through incident analysis and corrective actions. ISO 14001: • Focuses on continual improvement of the EMS by addressing non-conformities, implementing corrective actions, and setting new objectives. Gaps Identified: • Environmental Aspects of Improvement: Continuous improvement in OSHAD SF may not fully integrate environmental aspects, whereas ISO 14001 specifically requires continual improvement in environmental performance. Conclusion: Overall Assessment: • To provide an overall evaluation of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) at a plant, we need to assess several key factors. This evaluation will involve reviewing the effectiveness of the OHSMS based on its ability to manage and mitigate risks,

13. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel comply with regulations, improve safety performance, and ensure continuous improvement. Here’s a structured approach for evaluating the OHSMS's effectiveness: Overall Evaluation Summary Strengths: •The OHSMS demonstrates strong leadership commitment and effective risk management practices. •Comprehensive training and performance monitoring contribute to a generally safe working environment. •Emergency preparedness and employee engagement are well-developed. Areas for Improvement: •Enhance the integration of safety and environmental considerations in policies and risk management. •Improve the effectiveness and frequency of training, incident investigations, and corrective actions. •Strengthen documentation practices and ensure continuous improvement processes are fully utilized. Recommendations: •Policy and Risk Management: Update policies to address environmental and emerging risks more comprehensively. •Training and Competence: Expand training programs and ensure they are up to date with current procedures and risks. •Incident Management: Streamline incident reporting and investigation processes and ensure corrective actions are effective and timely. •Performance Evaluation: Enhance performance metrics and increase the frequency of audits and inspections.

14. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Emergency Preparedness: Regularly update emergency plans and conduct realistic drills to ensure preparedness. By addressing these areas, the plant can enhance the overall effectiveness of its OHSMS, leading to a safer and more compliant workplace. Outlook: The expected future state of the Occupational Safety and Health Abu Dhabi System Framework (OSHAD) will likely be shaped by current trends and anticipated improvements in occupational health and safety (OHS) practices. Here’s a discussion on how OSHAD might evolve, considering current trends and emerging developments: 1. Integration of Advanced Technologies Current Trends: •Digitalization: Increasing use of digital tools for real-time monitoring, data collection, and incident reporting. •Wearable Technology: Use of wearable devices to monitor health and safety metrics, such as exposure to hazardous substances or fatigue levels. •AI and Data Analytics: Application of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics for predictive safety management and trend analysis. Expected Future State: •Smart Systems: OSHAD is likely to incorporate advanced technologies like IoT (Internet of Things) and AI to enhance safety monitoring and incident prediction. Smart sensors and wearable technology could become integral to detecting unsafe conditions and preventing accidents. •Real-Time Data: Enhanced real-time data collection and analysis will improve risk assessment and enable proactive safety measures. 2. Increased Emphasis on Mental Health and Well-Being Current Trends:

15. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Mental Health Awareness: Growing recognition of the importance of mental health in the workplace and its impact on overall safety and productivity. •Work-Life Balance: Increasing focus on promoting work-life balance and reducing workplace stress. Expected Future State: •Comprehensive Well-Being Programs: OSHAD will likely incorporate more comprehensive mental health and well-being programs, addressing both physical and psychological aspects of health. •Support Services: Introduction of support services such as counseling and stress management programs, integrated into the OHSMS. 3. Enhanced Regulatory Compliance and Standards Current Trends: •Stricter Regulations: Growing emphasis on stricter compliance with occupational health and safety regulations globally and locally. •International Standards: Increased alignment with international standards and best practices. Expected Future State: •Stronger Compliance Frameworks: OSHAD is expected to adopt more stringent compliance frameworks, integrating with international standards such as ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety management systems. •Regular Updates: Frequent updates to align with evolving regulations and standards, ensuring ongoing relevance and effectiveness. 4. Focus on Sustainability and Environmental Integration Current Trends: •Sustainability Initiatives: Increased focus on environmental sustainability and integrating environmental considerations into health and safety practices.

16. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Resource Efficiency: Emphasis on reducing environmental impact and improving resource efficiency. Expected Future State: •Integrated Safety and Environmental Management: OSHAD may increasingly integrate environmental considerations into its framework, addressing both occupational safety and environmental impacts. •Sustainable Practices: Adoption of sustainable practices and green technologies to minimize the environmental footprint of operations. 5. Improved Training and Skill Development Current Trends: •E-Learning and Virtual Training: Growing use of e-learning platforms and virtual reality (VR) for training and simulations. •Skill Enhancement: Focus on continuous skill development and competency-based training. Expected Future State: •Advanced Training Methods: OSHAD is likely to incorporate advanced training methods, including VR and AR (augmented reality), to provide immersive safety training experiences. •Continuous Learning: Ongoing skill development programs that adapt to new technologies and safety practices. 6. Enhanced Stakeholder Engagement Current Trends: •Inclusive Participation: Increasing involvement of all stakeholders, including employees, contractors, and the community, in safety programs and decision- making.

17. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Transparent Communication: Emphasis on transparent communication and feedback mechanisms. Expected Future State: •Collaborative Approaches: OSHAD will likely foster more collaborative approaches to safety, involving a wider range of stakeholders in safety initiatives and policy development. •Enhanced Feedback Mechanisms: Development of more effective feedback mechanisms to gather input from various stakeholders and continuously improve safety practices. 7. Focus on Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement Current Trends: •Data-Driven Decision Making: Use of performance metrics and data analytics to drive decision-making and improve safety outcomes. •Benchmarking: Increasing use of benchmarking to compare performance with industry standards and best practices. Expected Future State: •Advanced Metrics: Implementation of advanced performance metrics and dashboards to monitor and evaluate safety performance more effectively. •Continuous Improvement: A strong focus on continuous improvement, driven by data analysis, performance reviews, and feedback. 8. Adaptation to Global and Local Trends Current Trends: •Globalization: Impact of global trends and best practices on local safety management systems. •Cultural Adaptation: Need to adapt practices to local cultural and regulatory contexts.

18. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Expected Future State: •Global Best Practices: OSHAD will likely integrate global best practices while adapting to local cultural and regulatory requirements. •Adaptive Framework: Development of an adaptive framework that can evolve with changing global and local trends in occupational health and safety. Appendices: Supporting Data:

19. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Audit Reports: Not available from EM Steel. Training Records: Provided sample training materials as attached in the below and delivering training session’s materials in ES followed with OSHAD CoP guidelines and preparing materials.

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21. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Purpose of Procedure The purpose of this document is to provide requirements that ensure a reasonable degree of protection for life and property from fire through minimum inspection, testing and maintenance methods for fire protection systems. This procedure: • Assigns duties and specifications for the testing, inspection, and preventative maintenance, which covers fixed fire protection/suppression systems, portable and mobile firefighting apparatus, and fire detection and alarm systems. • Identifies the kinds of systems and equipment that fall under the category of fire protection equipment; • Indicates how frequently maintenance, inspections, and testing of fire protection equipment should occur. Scope of Procedure This procedure is applicable to all fire protection equipment’s and fire protection systems in Emirates Steel Arkan Definition/Abbreviations

22. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel FPS Fire Protection Systems FACP Fire Alarm Control Panel FECP Fire Extinguishing Control Panel LP TeamLoss Prevention Team NFPA National Fire Protection Association ADCD Abu Dhabi Civil Defense FMC Fire Maintenance Contractor ITM Inspection, Testing and Maintenance

23. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel PIV Post Indicator Valve Responsibilities – Managers •Shall have overall responsibility to assign the ADCD approved FMC to ensure the system availability at all premises. •This procedure will be reviewed annually by the Health and Safety department manager to ensure they remain up to date with the current NFPA and local authority code requirements. Responsibilities – Loss Prevention Team •Shall have overall responsibility for the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire systems and shall ensure that the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually checks are conducted as per the NFPA standards, repairs are made, and all required licensing and servicing/maintenance is completed. •Regular visual inspection will be carried out by LP team

24. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •If found any abnormalities of systems and or fire equipment’s the LP team will do the corrective action and arrange the necessary spares if required. •Loss prevention team shall be notified of all impairments of the fire protection equipment following the FPS impairment procedures (HSD-PR-005) •All alternation to existing or new fire protection system and equipment shall be reviewed by loss prevention team. Area owner •As part of the regular inspection and observation program (HSD-GR-PR-023) all area owners are responsible to ensure that fire systems are available and in good condition and report any abnormal, defective, or missing fire protection equipment or device to loss prevention team via e-mail. Fire Safety Maintenance Contractor •Fire safety contractor should be registered and licensed by the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence (Ref. UAE Fire & Life Safety Code-2018) •Contractor should provide competent personnel for the required tasks/activities.

25. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Execute required inspection, testing and maintenance of FPS as per NFPA, UAE Fire and Life Safety Code Standard and contract. •Approved permit to work form shall be secured before commencing the preventive maintenance activity in any area. •Guide on preventive maintenance is given in maintenance checklist. •Fire systems shall be left in service after the completion of maintenance. •Maintenance details shall be recorded in the maintenance checklist as well as in the maintenance service record.

26. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Units/components that do not pass the inspection, testing and maintenance requirements shall be repaired and tested again or replaced. •It shall be ensured that work area is cleaned after the completion of maintenance activities. •Shall provide the detailed reports for the ITM of fire systems in monthly basis. General Requirements •Each work area/facility in Emirates Steel Arkan are provided with the fire protection system, including fire detection and alarm system and firefighting equipment appropriate to risk present and as required and approved by the ADCD. •All fire protection systems and firefighting apparatus shall be inspected, maintained, tested and serviced as per manufacturer’s recommendation and as prescribed by the UAE fire and safety life code, ADCD and / or NFPA standards to ensure that it is always working in good condition and available for immediate use whenever required. •All fire protection systems will be provided with a unique labelling identification number. The unique labelling and identification number will be based on location, equipment, and sequential number as per ESA standard (eg.RM1-FE-00001).

27. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Tagging should be done by the fire maintenance contractor on all inspected fire equipment’s with the information of the system, date of inspection/test or maintenance, who has conducted the inspection and frequency of inspection as per the recommendations of NFPA, manufactures instruction and UAE Life Safety Code - 2018. •All fire Protection systems are inspected /tested/ maintained as per the maintenance schedule. •The inspection check list provided by the LP team must be filled by the fire maintenance contractor while the scheduled inspection/testing/maintenance is conducted. • LP team must maintain the register of checklists. Maintenance and Servicing

28. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •Maintenance and repairs shall be performed by fire safety maintenance contractor competent personnel in accordance with the NFPA Standards and contractual agreement. •Parts or components used to maintain or repair the fire apparatus shall meet or exceed the original manufacturer’s specifications and ADCD. •Routine testing and inspection shall be conducted on all fire protection equipment in frequencies conforming to NFPA standards indicated in this procedure. •Annual testing and inspection shall be conducted for the detection and alarm systems and fixed fire protection systems specified in the fire protection inspection checklist.

29. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •High priority shall be given to repairing, replacing, or recharging out of service fire protection equipment. •Inspection, testing and maintenance plan will be provided by FMC prior to start of the month which will help LP Team to have a prior understanding of the fire equipment’s that are getting inspected and the area in which the inspection is conducted. •LP team will mention the area and fire equipment to be inspected while obtaining the Permit to work to the End-user department. •Permit to work in compliance to Permit to Work Procedure (HSD-GR-PR-003) is obtained for the inspection/testing/maintenance from the end-user department. •Impairment will be requested for schedule maintenance by fire maintenance contractor. •Non-conformance will be issued as per supply chain nonconformity identification and control procedure (SCD-GR-PR-026) to the fire maintenance contractor if they fail to abide by the maintenance/inspection/testing schedule which is in line with NFPA and UAE Life and Safety Code.

30. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Frequency The frequency of inspection is specified in the test and inspection checklist or as specified below: Whereas: - •I: Inspection done fire maintenance contractor and monitored by LP team. •T: Testing done by fire maintenance contractor and witness by LP team •PM: Preventive maintenance done by fire maintenance contractor and monitored by LP Changes in the fire protection system •All alterations to existing or new fire protection equipment shall be reviewed by LP team following the management of change procedure (CEO-GR-PR- 011). •Relevant equipment list, specification, drawing will be updated considering the changes and communicated to concerned end user department.

31. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel Records •The LP Team shall keep records of all minor / major maintenance and servicing. •Checklist: refers to fire protection equipment test & inspection checklists. These checklists are to be completed by firefighting equipment maintenance contractor and submitted and verified by Loss Prevention team as part of the performance of annual (AT&I) and routine (RT&I) tests and inspections of fire protection equipment. •All records generated during procedure implementation shall be retained for a minimum of 5 years or longer as required by the relevant standards and regulations and indicated on the department Master list of records (QAD-FM- 003).

32. Report on the Effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System at EM Steel •“Status report” refers to “fire protection equipment status report.” This report is internally prepared by Loss Prevention team because of routine tests and inspections (RT& I) of fire protection equipment to identify any eventual deficiencies and discrepancies and submitted to EH&S Manager for review.