Non-Typical Excavation, LLC
Health and Safety Policy 
Mobile Devices on Worksites
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to establish a procedure to reduce injuries directly or indirectly related to using mobile devices on worksites. There are many hazards associated with using mobile devices on a worksite. It can distract users from the hazards associated with their work tasks and their surroundings, and it can distract other workers in the area. 

Restricting the use of mobile devices on a worksite will increase the level of concentration of workers. If workers are more focused on their job, the quality of their work will improve and the number of incidents associated with the distractions caused by using mobile devices will decrease.
Application
This policy applies to all workers and visitors entering the worksite. 
Types of Mobile Devices
This policy includes all mobile devices including, but not limited to, cell phones, tablets, MP3 players, and iPods. 
Company Rules
•	Only those individuals authorized by Project Management are permitted to use mobile devices on worksites. The use of mobile devices on site is prohibited unless expressed consent is granted by Project Management. This includes talking, texting, emailing, playing games, etc. 
•	The use of mobile devices is not permitted while operating any mobile material handling equipment, while working on any aerial work platforms, or while performing activities that require your full attention.
•	The use of mobile devices is not permitted while attending safety meetings or while receiving safety-related information such as a safety talk.
•	Supervisors should make every reasonable effort to avoid using their mobile device or making calls while directing activities on the worksite.
•	Mobile devices should be turned off when working. The ringer may startle you or someone else in the area.
•	The use of mobile devices is not permitted around explosive or flammable atmospheres or while decanting or working with flammable or combustible material. 
•	If an urgent family matter requires a worker to use their mobile device, the worker must coordinate with the supervisor so that the communication can be done in a safe manner.
•	The worker shall keep all mobile devices in his or her own vehicle or they may keep it in a company vehicle with the understanding that Non-Typical Excavation will not be held liable if any devices are lost or stolen from company vehicles. 
Permitted Uses
•	Workers are permitted to use mobile devices at the following times:
Emergencies, before work begins, during lunch break, and after duties are completed and employees are off the clock. 
•	Supervisors are permitted to use mobile devices on the job site provided it is away from general work activities and they are not in any moving equipment.
•	Supervisors are permitted to use mobile devices on site when expressed consent is provided by Project Management. 
Discipline
Anyone who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary measures, up to and including dismissal, depending on the circumstances and the company policy. 
Employee Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that I have read and understood and will abide by the terms of this policy regarding the use of mobile devices at work.

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