DC2021-06-0019 — Wind Safety, Health and Environment Code of Practice
Full title: Wind Safety, Health and Environment Code of Practice Issued: 11 June 2021 | Secretary: Alfonso Cusi (2,202 lines OCR) Basis: RESHERR (DC2012-11-009), Rule 2, Section 8
This circular establishes binding safety, health, and environmental requirements for wind RE operations. One of five simultaneously issued sub-codes under the RESHERR framework.
Scope
Applies to all employers, employees, contractors, and other entities engaged in wind RE operations (onshore and offshore where applicable) in the Philippines.
Structure
| Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| I | Safety, Health and Environment Policy Statement |
| II | Definition of Terms |
| III | Safety, Health and Environment Practices (general) |
| IV | Power Plant Facilities and Wind Power Activities |
| VI | Separability Clause |
| VII | Resolution of Conflicts and Overlapping Jurisdictions |
| VIII | Repealing Clause |
| IX | Effectivity |
Key Sections
Section III — General SHE Practices: Contractor safety management; emergency preparedness; incident investigation; fire safety; electrical safety; working at heights; work permits (hot work, confined space, lockout/tagout, working at height); PPE (with emphasis on fall protection); ergonomics; hazardous materials; environmental management.
Section IV — Wind Power Facilities and Activities:
- Wind turbine generator (WTG) structural safety (tower, foundation, nacelle, rotor)
- Nacelle and tower access procedures; ladder safety; anti-climb barriers
- Blade inspection, maintenance, and tip brake systems
- Foundation and anchoring inspection (onshore and offshore)
- Lightning protection and earthing systems
- Collector line and substation electrical safety
- Ice throw risk assessment and exclusion zones
- Shadow flicker assessment and protocols
- Low-frequency noise documentation requirements
- Electromagnetic interference documentation [DC2021-06-0019, §IV, 2021-06-11]
Employer Obligations
All wind RE companies must designate an eligible Safety Officer and are subject to random safety inspections by REMB [DC2021-06-0019, §IV, 2021-06-11].
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