​​​​​​​​​​​A. PROHIBITED CONDUCT (BREACH OF REGULATIONS)

• Reporting to work under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or impairing medication.

• Consuming alcohol/drugs at the workplace, in a company vehicle, or in accommodation where prohibited.

• Refusing alcohol/drug testing.

• Working without a valid Permit-to-Work (PTW) or required licences/certificates (Hot Work, Work at Height, Forklift, Gas Tester).

• Not using required PPE (helmet, goggles, safety footwear, gloves, mask) or deliberately damaging PPE.

• Ignoring the client’s HSE rules (LOTO, PTW, alarms/evacuation, muster point).

• Bypassing machine safeguards; working without isolating energy sources.

• Physical/verbal violence, bullying, harassment, threats, profanity, discrimination.

• Theft, vandalism, misappropriation of tools, materials, or fuel.

• Falsifying timesheets, certificates, signatures, or documents.

• Unexcused absences, chronic lateness, leaving the post without permission; no-show.

• Refusing to perform work that is contractually assigned and safe (you may always refuse unsafe work – Stop Work).

• Performing private jobs during working hours; conflicts of interest.

• Bringing weapons/hazardous items/substances; violating fire protection rules; smoking outside designated areas.

• Taking or publishing photos/videos from the workplace without prior written consent from the client and DAP.

• Disclosing confidential information (technical, commercial, personal).

• Driving a company vehicle under the influence; manipulating fuel, cards, or toll systems.

• Hiding accidents/near misses or failing to report HSE incidents; obstructing audits/investigations.

• Hiding or providing false information about qualifications/experience.

• Using expired certificates; carrying out welding not in compliance with WPS/PQR.

• Working without medical fitness for duty or while excessively fatigued.

• Violating order and rules in accommodation (noise, alcohol, unauthorised guests, damage).

• Driving in work overalls, smoking, or littering in a company vehicle.

• Using a company vehicle for private purposes without permission; failing to return issued items after the project.

• Providing false information regarding illness, absence, or expenses.

B. EMPLOYEE OBLIGATIONS

• Know and comply with Norwegian law, the client’s rules, and these regulations; cooperate with HSE and the Verneombud.

• Be punctual and fit for duty; notify sickness before the shift and keep contact with the coordinator.

• Attend induction/TBT, HSE trainings; know local PTW and emergency procedures.

• Use appropriate PPE and report shortages/damage.

• Keep accurate timesheets approved by the foreman; submit them to Payroll on time.

• Report accidents/near misses/NCR immediately (written report within 24 hours).

• Maintain order (5S) at the workstation, in vehicles, and in accommodation; sort waste; report any spill.

• Protect client/company property; use and return tools/PPE/cards properly.

• Carry original required certificates/licences on site; keep them valid.

• Maintain confidentiality and protect data (GDPR).

• Communicate professionally and behave respectfully — also outside working hours (shops, transport, accommodation).

• Provide DAP with truthful information about qualifications/experience; inform about changes to personal data, licences, or health status.

C. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

• You must know English to a level that enables you to:

  • understand foreman/supervisor instructions,

  • participate in TBT/induction,

  • understand HSE rules and emergency communications.

• Insufficient English proficiency, confirmed by the client or DAP, may result in immediate termination and demobilisation at your own cost (as permitted by law and contract).

D. WORK ORGANISATION, FIRST DAY & LOCAL RULES

Accommodation and Quiet Hours

• Quiet hours in company lodging apply from 22:00–06:00. Please note the project may operate a night shift; therefore, keep noise to a minimum during daytime as well.

• Prohibited: noise, loud music, parties, admitting unauthorized guests, consuming alcohol, smoking outside designated areas.

• Violations may result in: a warning, charges for incurred costs, demobilization and/or termination — in accordance with Chapter M.

• First day: you must report to the client’s Formann/Foreman and contact the DAP coordinator (phone/SMS).

• You must independently review the shipyard, canteen, and accommodation rules — available on site and on the shipyard’s website.

• Observe working time, breaks, and rest (arbeidstid/hviletid); overtime only with supervisor/client approval.

E. TRANSPORT, FLIGHTS & FAILURE TO REPORT FOR WORK

• Transport and flights are organised by the employer; you must follow the scheduled times.

• Failure to show up for the flight/transport = return at your own cost and possible disciplinary action.

• Early return home for private reasons is at the employee’s own cost.

• No-show (not reporting for work) without justification and contact = serious breach, possible termination and return at your own cost.

F. USE OF COMPANY VEHICLES

• Purpose: vehicles are for shipyard ↔ shop trips only.

• Any other use (e.g., doctor, authorities, Skatteetaten, NAV) requires prior notification and approval from the office.

• The office monitors fuel consumption and mileage; rules must be strictly followed.

• Keys are held by a designated DAP person; contact via coordinator or on-site colleagues.

Vehicle rules and prohibitions:

• No transporting persons outside DAP Solution AS,

• No smoking,

• No littering,

• No driving in work overalls,

• No private use without office approval.

A company car is a privilege. Violations lead to disciplinary measures (loss of car access, charging cleaning/damage costs, and for severe cases, termination).

G. EQUIPMENT, PROPERTY & FINANCIAL LIABILITY

• Tools/PPE/cards are issued on record; the employee is financially responsible from issue to return.

• All items must be returned to the issuing point at project/end of assignment.

• Loss/damage/non-return = financial liability within the limits of law and the contract.

• Do not use client equipment/vehicles without authorisation.

• Access cards & IDs: take care of them; report loss/damage immediately. Replacement costs may be charged (within the law).

H. HSE/HMS – MINIMUM OPERATING RULES

• PTW is mandatory for special works: hot work, confined spaces, lifting, energy isolation.

• LOTO: lock and tag energy sources; verify zero energy state.

• SJA/JSA/RA: task risk assessment before work; team sign-off.

• Lifting: certified gear, banksman, no working under suspended loads.

• Work at height: fall protection, guardrails, inspected ladders/MEWPs; valid licences.

• Chemicals: SDS, proper containers; no decanting into drink bottles.

• Alarm/Evacuation: muster point; headcount; report any spill immediately.

• Stop Work Authority: you must stop work in hazardous situations; no retaliation.

I. PERSONAL DATA, PRIVACY & SOCIAL MEDIA

• Personal data, certificates, and documents are processed under GDPR; employees have the right of access and must keep data (address, phone, bank account) up to date.

• No client data on private devices/media; no unauthorised software (shadow IT).

• No publishing workplace materials without client and DAP consent; breaches may carry legal consequences.

J. CLIENT RELATIONS, ETHICS & GRIEVANCE

• Professional communication; escalate disputes/complaints to the DAP coordinator (not “on the shop floor”).

• Anti-corruption: no bribes/benefits; gifts only symbolic and transparent.

• Conflicts of interest must be reported immediately (e.g., family links to suppliers).

• Media/public statements only by persons authorised by DAP.

• Cooperate with the client’s Verneombud and HSE; report unsafe conditions.

• All problems/conflicts/complaints go to DAP first; do not settle directly with the client without DAP involvement.

K. FITNESS FOR DUTY & MEDICATION

• Inform the coordinator promptly about health changes affecting safe work.

• Do not work if your health condition or medication may create a hazard.

L. REST TIME & OVERTIME

• Observe breaks and minimum rest between shifts per law and client rules.

• Do not work overtime without supervisor/client approval.

M. CONSEQUENCES OF BREACH

• Verbal or written warning.

• Removal from the client site / demobilisation.

• Loss of privileges (e.g., vehicle) and/or charging actual damage costs (within the law).

• Termination of contract and return at own cost where specified by these regulations.

• Reporting serious breaches to the client or the police (e.g., violence, theft, sabotage, alcohol/drugs).