NCD003188844_20000201_Carolina Transformer_FRBCERCLA SPD_Health and Safety Plan - February 2000 Rev. 2-OCR

•
+·
•
•
RECEIVED
MAR 13 2000
SUPl:ff')WluSECTION
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: Cover Sheet
Revision: 2
Date: 02/00
HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN
(HASP)
For
Terra Kleen Response Group, Inc.
(Terra Kleen)
Solvent Extraction Process
To Conduct Treatment of PCB Contaminated Soil
At the
Carolina Transformer Superfun4 Site
Fayetteville, Cumberland County, NC
~ ·I>
February,2000
Prepared for
Weston
Suite 200
5405 Metric Parkway
Norcross, GA 30092
DRAFT Health and Safety Plan -Does not contain any CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS INFORMATION or trade secret infonnation of Terra Kleen
and may be used or disclosed without prior written consent of Terra Kleen. However, Terra Kleen owns the copyright in this work, and any
authorized copy hereof will be used exclusively for the purposes expressly authorized in writing by Terra Kleen through its officers and qualified
representatives, and for no other purposes. This document will not be reproduced without the express, prior, written consent of Terra Kleen, and any
such authorizCd reproduction will bear this notice. Copyright (c) 1993. 1995,1997, 1999 by Terra Kleen. All Rights Reserved.
'
•
1.0
2.0
3.0
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: Table of Contents
Revision: 2
Date: 02/00
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page Revision
INTRODUCTION ................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Purpose and Requirements ............................................ 1-1
1.2 Site Description and Location ....................................... 1-2
1.3 Contaminant Source Areas and
Contaminants of Concern ............................................. 1-3
1.4 Scope of Work .............................................................. 1-4
I . 5 References ..................................................................... 1-4
RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................. 2-1
2.1 Site Manager ................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Health and Safety Officer ............................................. 2-1
2.3 Emergency Coordinator ................................................ 2-2
2.4 Baker Personnel ............................................................ 2-2
SITE HAZARDS CHARACTERIZATION ......................... 3-1
3 .1 Hazard Analysis by Task .............................................. 3-1
3 .1.1 Mobiliz.ation and Setup ..................................... 3-1
3.1.2 Excavation of Pilot Demonstration Test Soil.. .. 3-2
3.1.3 Treatment Pad Construction ............................. 3-3
3.1.4 Structure Demolition and Disposal ................... 3-3
3.1.5 Disposal of Debris, Transformers, Tanks,
and Drums ......................................................... 3-4
3.1.6 Soil Treatment Plant Mobiliz.ation, Setup, and
Checkout ........................................................... 3-5
3.1.7 Pilot Demonstration Testing ............................. 3-5
3.1.8 Soil/Sediment Excavation Equipment
Mobiliz.ation ...................................................... 3-6
3.1.9 Site Security Fence Installation ........................ 3-6
3.1.10 Pre-Construction Site Survey ............................ 3-7
3.1.11 Soil/Sediment Excavation ................................. 3-7
3.1.12 Soil Treatment Plant Demobiliz.ation ................ 3-8
3.1.13 Treated Soil Backfilling .................................... 3-8
3.1.14 SiteRestoration ................................................. 3-9
3 .2 Physical Hazards ........................................................... 3-9
3.2.1 Slip, Trip and Fall ........................................... 3-10
3.2.2 Walking and Working Surfaces ...................... 3-11
3.2.3 Equipment Accidents ...................................... 3-12
3.2.4 Thermal Stress ................................................ 3-13
3.2.5 Noise ............................................................... 3-13
3 .2.6 Cuts and Crushing Injuries .............................. 3-13
II
0
I
0
I
0
0
1
I
I
I
0
0
I
0
0
I
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
10/99
11/99
10/99
11/99
10/99
10/99
02/00
02/00
02/00
02/00
10/99
10/99
11/99
10/99
10/99
11/99
11/99
10/99
11/99
11/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
11/99
11/99
11/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
•
4.0
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: Table of Contents
Revision: 2
Date: 02/00
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(Continued)
Page Revision
3.3
3.4
3.2.7 Lockout/Tagout. .............................................. 3-14
3.2.8 Hot Works ....................................................... 3-14
3 .2. 9 Electrical Safe Works ...................................... 3-15
3.2.10 Crane Lift and Rigging Safety ........................ 3-16
3.2.11 Fall Protection ................................................. 3-20
3.2.12 Flammable or Combustible Materials ............. 3-24
3.2.13 Underground and Overhead Utility Hazards .. 3-27
3.2.14 Demolition Hazards ........................................ 3-28
3.2.15 Heavy Equipment.. .......................................... 3-29
Chemical Hazards ....................................................... 3-31
Environmental Hazards ............................................... 3-33
3.4.1 Hazardous Flora .............................................. 3-33
3.4.2 Hazardous Fauna ............................................. 3-33
SITE CONTROL .................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Level C and B Activities ............................................... 4-1
4.2 Level D and D+ Activities ............................................ 4-2
4.2.1 Populated Areas ................................................ 4-2
4.2.2 Unpopulated/Secluded Areas ............................ 4-2
4.3 Visitors .......................................................................... 4-3
4.4 Site Communications .................................................... 4-3
4.5 Safe Work Practices ...................................................... 4-4
4.5.1 Standard Operating Procedures ......................... 4-4
4.5.2 Solvent Transfer ................................................ 4-4
4.5.3 Buddy System ................................................... 4-5
4.5.4 Sample Collection and Shipment.. .................... 4-5
4.5.5 Safety and Hygiene ........................................... 4-6
4.5.6 Emergency/Contingency Plan ........................... 4-6
4.5. 7 Demolition Area ................................................ 4-6
4.5.8 Security ............................................................. 4-7
4.5.9 Confined Space Entry ................................... , ... 4-8
4.5.10 Adverse Weather Conditions ............................ 4-8
4.6 Directions to Medical Assistance .................................. 4-9
4.6.1 Snake Bite Injury .............................................. 4-9
4.6.2 Spider Bite Injury ............................................ 4-10
4.7 Emergency Phone Numbers ........................................ 4-10
4.8 Dust Control and Suppression Measures .................... 4-11
4.8.1 Building Demolition and Soil 11
Excavation Activities ...................................... 4-11
4.8.2 Soil Transportation and Stockpiling ............... 4-11
tll
I
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
I
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
I
02/00
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
11/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
11/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
11/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
02/00
02/00
02/00
•
5.0
6.0
• 7.0
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: Table of Contents
Revision: 2
Date: 02/00
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(Continued)
Page Revision
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ........................ 5-1
5.1 PPE Selection ................................................................ 5-1
5.1.1 Level D Protection ............................................ 5-2
5.1.2 Modified Level D Protection ............................ 5-2
5.1.3 Level C Protection ............................................ 5-3
5.1.4 Level B Protection ............................................ 5-3
5.2 Respiratory Protection Program .................................... 5-4
DECONTAMINATION ......................................................... 6-1
6.1 Personnel Decontamination .......................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Washing Facilities ............................................. 6-2
· 6.2 Effectiveness of Personnel Decontamination ............... 6-2
6.3 Equipment Decontamination ........................................ 6-2
6.4 Soil Treatment Plant ..................................................... 6-3
6.5 Disposal of Decontamination ........................................ 6-3
AIR MONITORING AND TESTING .................................. 7-1
7. I Personal Monitoring ...................................................... 7-1
7.1.1 Direct Reading Air Monitoring ......................... 7-2
7.1.2 Integrated Air Monitoring ................................. 7-3
7 .2 Point Source Monitoring ............................................... 7-4
7 .3 Perimeter Monitoring .................................................... 7-4
7.4 Equipment Maintenance and Calibration ...................... 7-5
7.5 Monitoring Documentation ........................................... 7-6
7.6 Instrumentation ............................................................. 7-6
7.6.1 Photoionization Detector (PID) ........................ 7-6
7.6.1.1 Calibration Method/Frequencies ........... 7-6
7.6.1.2 Preventative Maintenance ..................... 7-6
7.6.2 Portable Total Dust Monitor ............................. 7-7
7.6.2.1 Principle of Operation ........................... 7-7
7.6.2.2 Calibration Methods/Frequencies ......... 7-7
7.6.2.3 Preventative Maintenance: .................... 7-7
7.6.3 Integrated Air Monitoring Program .................. 7-7
7.6.3.1 Principle of Operation ........................... 7-8
7.6.3.2 Calibration Method/Frequencies ........... 7-8
7.6.3.3 Preventative Maintenance ..................... 7-9
IV
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
I
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
02/00
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
10/99
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Supcrfund Site
Section: Table of Contents
Revision: 2
Date: 02/00
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(Continued)
Page Revision
8.0 TRAINING ........................................................................... 8-1
9.0 INSPECTIONS ....................................................................... 9-1
10.0 MEDICAL MONITORING ................................................. 10-1
11.0 ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM ......................................... 11-1
HASP-I
HASP-2
HASP-3
HASP-4
ATTACHMENTS
Temperature Stress Programs
Safety Inspection Checklist and Hot Work Permit
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
NIOSH Methods for PCBs and Particulates
LIST OF FIGURES
1 .2-1 Site Location Map
1.2-2 Site Map
4.1-1 Schematic Diagram General Contamination Reduction Zone Layout
4.3-1 Basic Visitor Training Form
4.6-1 Emergency Hospital Route
4.6-2 Directions to Hospital (Cape Fear Valley Medical Center)
V
0
0
0
1
Date
10/99
10/99
10/99
02/00
•
•
•
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: I
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
This site-specific Health and Safety Plan (HASP) is based on an outline developed by the National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NI OSH), the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), the United States Coast Guard (USCG), and the United States
Environmental Protection Agency's (USEPA) recommended health and safety procedures
(Occupational Safety and Health Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities). This
HASP will, at a minimum, meet the requirements under OSHA Standard 29 Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 and 1926.65 (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response)
1.1 Purpose and Requirements
The purpose of this HASP is to inform Terra Kleen Response Group, Inc. (Terra Kleen) employees,
Baker Environmental, Inc. (Baker) personnel, Garrett Consulting, Inc. (GCI) personnel, other
contractors on the project site, and client representatives, of the currently known and suspected
physical, chemical, and environmental hazards. It also describes the minimum safety requirements
for the remediation activities and operation of the Soil Treatment Plant at the Carolina Transformer
Superfund Site.
This HASP is designed to establish personnel protection standards and mandatory safety practices
and procedures for on-site remedial activities. This plan assigns responsibilities, establishes
standard operating procedures, and provides for contingencies that may arise while operations are
being conducted at the site.
All site personnel are required to become familiar with, and follow the provisions of this HASP.
The Federal, State, and local laws, including those set forth by OSHA, are also applicable. The
provisions of the plan are mandatory for all on-site personnel. It is imperative that all comply with
this plan. Personnel who engage in project activities must be familiar with this plan and comply
1-1
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: I
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
with its requirements. These personnel must sign the Plan Acknowledgment Form prior to
beginning work on site. The Plan Acknowledgment Form must be submitted to the Terra Kleen
Health and Safety Officer (HSO). Visitors to the site are subject to this plan as per Section 4.3.
1.2 Site Description and Location
The Carolina Transformer Superfund Site is located in Cumberland County, North Carolina,
approximately one-mile northeast of Fayetteville. It is north of the intersection of U.S. Route
301 and River Road. The approximate map coordinates are latitude 35° 03' 08" N and longitude
78° 50'07" W. The general location of the site is shown on Figure 1.2-1.
The site covers approximately 4.8 acres of relatively flat terrain. As shown on Figure 1.2-2, a
flooded area and a drainage ditch are located northwest of the site; a dirt road to the southwest;
Larry's Sausage Company, Fayetteville Livestock Market (operated by Lundy Packing Company
[BVWST, 1991b]), a service road, and Middle Road to the southeast; and a field along State
Route 1714 to the northeast.
Most of the site is enclosed with a six-foot high chain-linked fence. There are two existing
buildings within the site boundary and an existing building foundation. A significant portion of
the area surrounding the buildings and building foundation has been paved with concrete. Five
existing underground storage tanks (USTs) are located within the site area. The western portion
of the site is relatively open.
The site is currently not being used for commercial, industrial, or recreational purposes. The
surrounding area includes agricultural, commercial and residential areas. The main residential
areas are located northeast of the site. Commercial areas are located to the east and south. A
gravel quarrying operation is located northwest of the site .
1-2
•
•
•
1.3 Contaminant Source Areas and Contaminants of Concern
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund Site
Section: I
Revision: 1
Date: 11/99
The Remedial Investigation (RI) indicated that soil, surface water, and groundwater contamination
has occurred at the site. The main contaminant of concern (COC) based on previous sampling
activities is polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). Other COCs have been identified and include
dioxins, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and metals (inorganic analytes). Based on the
historical information that has been obtained on the Carolina Transformer Superfund Site, it
appears that PCBs are the primary COC at the site. PCBs were detected in the groundwater, soil,
surface water, and sediment samples collected at the site, in addition to concrete wipe samples. The
detected PCB concentrations warrant site remediation activities.
The main focus of this HASP is to protect against contact with PCBs and dioxin which also
protects against other particulate concerns. Real-time air monitoring will be conducted to monitor
for VOCs (Section 7.0). Based on historical information the VOCs are not expected to be a
significant concern.
The investigation conducted by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)
revealed limited groundwater contamination, as well as PCB contamination in surface water in
the drainage ditch located along the site and into a wooded area southwest of the site. In
addition, PCBs were detected in the surface water of a low-lying marsh located northwest of the
site. One metal, copper, and one semivolatile organic compound (SVOC), bis(2-
ethylhexyl)phthalate, were also detected in the surface water samples.
The USEPA investigation also documented that soil and sediment throughout the western and
southern portions of the site contain moderate to high levels of PCB compounds. Composite
soil/debris samples collected during the RI from the main building, maintenance building, and
bum building revealed PCBs at levels as high as 2,200 milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg). The
highest PCB concentrations in soil were found in on-site samples collected west of the main
1-3
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: I
Revision: 0
Date: 10199
building and east of the building foundation. Other contaminants detected in the soil samples
included pesticides, VOCs, copper, mercury, and arsenic.
1.4 Scope of Work
The remediation action and PCB treatment activities involved with this project are scheduled to
involve the following work tasks:
• Mobilization and Setup
• Excavation of Pilot Demonstration Test Soil
• Treatment Pad Construction
• Structure Demolition and Disposal
• Disposal of Debris, Transformers, Tanks, and Drums
• Soil Treatment Plant Mobilization, Setup, and Checkout
• Pilot Demonstration Testing
• Soil/Sediment Excavation Equipment Mobilization
• Site Security Fence Installation
• Pre-Construction Site Survey
• Soil/Sediment Excavation
• Soil Treatment Plant Demobilization
• Treated Soil Backfilling
• Site Restoration
Complete description for these project tasks are provided in Section 4.0 of the Remedial Action
Work Plan (RA WP).
1.5 References
The following publications have been referenced in the development and implementation of this
Demolition HES Management Plan.
American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH). 1998. Threshold Limit
Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices for 1998 .
1-4
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: I
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health/Occupational Safety and Health
Administration/United States Coast Guard/United States Environmental Protection Agency.
1985. Occupational Safety and Health Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Federal Regulations. 29 CFR 1910 and 1926.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Centers for Disease
Control, NIOSH. June 1997. NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards.
United States Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Emergency and Remedial Response,
Emergency Response Division. June 1992. Standard Operating Safety Guides .
1-5
•
•
•
2.0 RESPONSIBLITIES
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 2
Revision: I
Date: 02/00
Efficient on-site operation requires that key personnel are identified and their roles, responsibilities,
and scope of authority are clearly defined. The following presents an overview of the health and
safety responsibilities of the Site Manager, Health and Safety Officer, Emergency Coordinator, and
the Baker oversight individual.
2.1 Site Manager
Terra Kleen's Site Manager is Mr. Christopher Perkins. Mr. Perkins can be reached at the site by
calling 910-483-0037. He can be reached off site at 910-286-5810. Terra Kleen's Site Manager is
the lead Terra Kleen person on the site and is responsible for coordination of all site operations. He
will have the authority to commit resources as necessary to achieve safe and efficient operation of
the Soil Treatment Plant.
Terra Kleen's Site Manager will provide any on-site client or other contractors with these
emergency phone numbers for himself, Terra Kleen's HSO, Terra Kleen's Emergency Response
Coordinator, and Terra Kleen's Emergency Response Coordinator backup.
2.2 Health and Safety Officer
Terra Kleen's HSO is Mr. Juan Angel. The HSO has responsibility on site for all aspects of Terra
Kleen employee health and safety including enforcement of this safety and health plan and the
Terra Kleen Fire, Health and Safety Policy, Terra Kleen Policy and Directive Terra Kleen-014. His
scope of authority extends to Terra Kleen subcontractors, vendors, and visitors to the Terra Kleen
area of the site. He can be reached on site at 910-483-0037. He can be reached off site at
910-321-0617. He will provide any on-site client or other contractors with these emergency phone
2-1
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 2
Revision: I
Date: 02/00
numbers. The HSO will defer duties of the excavation competent person to Mr. Robert Garrett,
GCI.
2.3 Emergency Coordinator
There must always be at least one employee either on the premises or on-call with the responsibility
for coordinating all emergency response measures as detailed in the Spill Prevention, Containment,
Control, and Countermeasure (SPCCC) Plan. This Emergency Coordinator will be thoroughly
familiar with all aspects of the Remedial Action Work Plan (RA WP), the HASP, and the SPCCC
Plan. He/she will have the authority to commit the resources needed to respond to emergencies.
Terra Kleen's Emergency Coordinator for this site is Mr. Juan Angel. Terra Kleen's Emergency
Coordinator backup is Mr. Christopher Perkins. These people can be reached on site at 910-483-
0037. Mr. Angel can be reached off site at 910-321-0617 and Mr. Perkins can be reached at
910-283-5810.
Terra Kleen' s Site Manager will provide the client and any other on-site contractors with these
emergency numbers.
2.4 Baker Personnel
Baker will provide personnel to conduct construction oversight during operations of the Terra
Kleen Soil Treatment Plant. This individual will be responsible for monitoring soil excavation and
soil treatment procedures. Baker will also provide personnel to conduct air-monitoring activities.
Specific air monitoring activities are discussed further in Section 7 of this HASP .
2-2
•
•
•
3.0 SITE HAZARDS CHARACTERIZATION
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
The site characterization reviews each task and provides information regarding the physical,
chemical, and environmental hazards associated with the work tasks to be completed as part of
this project.
3.1 Hazard Analysis by Task
The initial site health and safety briefing and subsequent meetings will serve to address the
hazards particular to each area and the required procedures for work activities. If new hazards
are identified, the HSO will then add them to this HASP in the field, along with the date of the
Addendum. Additionally, site personnel will be expected to follow safe work practices as
described in this HASP .
Listed below are summaries for the known or assumed hazards associated with each work task.
Levels of protection will be selected based on this task-specific hazard identification, information
obtained from previous investigations, and previous experience with similar site remediation
activities. The following subsections present a summary of the tasks with potential identified
hazards. The hazards are defined by physical, chemical, and environmental hazards. Refer to
Section 3.2 for specific information regarding the physical hazards, Section 3.3 for specific
information regarding the chemical hazards, and Section 3 .4 for specific information regarding
environmental hazards.
3.1.1 Mobilization and Setup
GCI will mobilize personnel, supplies, and equipment to the Carolina Transformer Superfund
Site .
3-1
•
•
•
Chemical
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 01
Date: 10/99
• Skin contact, ingestion, inhalation, and/or absorption with site chemicals
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface; crawling over and under obstacles
• Heavy equipment mobilization
• Energized overhead electric lines
• Thermal Stress
3.1.2 Excavation of Pilot Demonstration Test Soil
GCI will use heavy equipment to excavate approximately 500 yards of PCB contaminated soil
and transport it to the Soil Treatment Plant.
Chemical
• Inhalation of dust and/or contaminated dust
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCB contaminated soil
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface
• Heavy equipment operations
• Excavation hazards (wall collapse)
• Underground/overhead utility lines
• Thermal Stress
3-2
•
•
•
3.1.3 Treatment Pad Construction
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
GCI will construct a 300-foot by 100-foot asphalt treatment pad for placement of the Soil
Treatment Plant to conduct the Pilot Demonstration Test.
Chemical
• Inhalation of dust and/or contaminated dust
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCB contaminated soil
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface
• Heavy equipment and power tool operations
• Underground/overhead utility lines
• Thermal Stress
3.1.4 Structure Demolition and Disposal
GCI will demolish all site structures, including foundations and concrete slabs. Debris will be
loaded into roll-off boxes for off site disposal.
Chemical
• Potential for contaminated material to be splashed onto body or in eyes
• Inhalation of particulate ( dust generation) or fume
• Inhalation of asbestos fibers from the disturbance of non-friable asbestos containing
material (ACM), such as, floor tile
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCB contaminated soil
• Skin contact, ingestion, inhalation, and/or absorption with any remaining chemicals from
inside the structures
3-3
• Physical/Environmental
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface; crawling over and under obstacles
• Elevated work (work from ladders, scaffolds, lifts)
• Heavy equipment and power tool operations
• Energized equipment and lines ( electrical, mechanical, gas, compressed air)
• Working with flammable gases, torch cutting
• Contact with sharp objects
• High noise level
• Thermal Stress
• Underground/overhead utility lines
3.1.S Disposal of Debris, Transformers, Tanks, and Drums
Debris consisting of pallet materials, ceramic debris, and rubber gasket debris generated from
• transformer repair will be disposed of off site. The gasket material and organic debris in Grid 64
are PCB contaminated. The PCB contaminated debris inside Grid 64 will be collected by hand
and placed inside 55-gallon drums for disposal. Non-contaminated debris will be placed in roll-
off boxes and transported off site.
•
Chemical
• Potential for contaminated material to be splashed onto body or in eyes
• Inhalation of dust and/or contaminated dust
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCBs
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface; crawling over and under obstacles
• Elevated work ( work from ladders, scaffolds, lifts)
• Excavation hazards (wall collapse)
• Heavy equipment and power tool operations
3-4
•
•
•
• Repetitive operations bending/lifting
• Mounting and dismounting heavy equipment
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
• Energized equipment and lines ( electrical, mechanical, and thermal)
• Contact with sharp objects
• High noise level
• Thermal Stress
3.1.6 Soil Treatment Plant Mobilization, Setup, and Checkout
Terra Kleen will set up the soil treatment plant. The components of the Soil Treatment Plant will
be positioned on the treatment pad, mechanical and electrical connections made, and overall
equipment checkout of the Soil Treatment Plant.
Chemical
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of site chemicals
Physical/Environmental
• Heavy equipment and power tool operations
• Energized equipment and lines ( electrical, mechanical, and thermal)
• Mounting and dismounting of heavy equipment
• High noise level
• Thermal Stress
3.1.7 Pilot Demonstration Testing
The 500 yards of PCB contaminated soil previously excavated will be treated.
Chemical
• Inhalation of dust and/or contaminated dust
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCB contaminated soil
3-5
•
•
•
Physical/Environmental
• Heavy equipment operations
• High noise level
• Thermal Stress
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: I 0/99
• Energized equipment and lines ( electrical, mechanical, and thermal)
3.1.8 Soil/Sediment Excavation Equipment Mobilization
GCI will mobilize soil excavation equipment to the site.
Chemical
• Skin contact, ingestion, inhalation, and/or absorption with site chemicals
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surfaces
• Heavy equipment
• Energized overhead electric lines
• Thermal Stress
3.1.9 Site Security Fence Installation
GCI will install site security fencing around the site.
Chemical
• Inhalation of dust and/or contaminated dust
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCB contaminated soil
Physical/Environmental
• Powered equipment operations
• Thermal Stress
• Underground/overhead utility lines
3-6
•
•
•
3.1.10 Pre-Construction Site Survey
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
A registered land surveyor will establish the horizontal boundaries of the excavation and current
elevations of each grid point.
Chemical
• Inhalation of dust and/or contaminated dust
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCB contaminated soil
Physical/Environmental
• Thermal Stress
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface; crawling over and under obstacles
3.1.11 SoiVSediment Excavation
A track excavator will be used to excavate current elevations to the depths established in the Soil
Remedial Action Statement of Work. Excavated soils will be stockpiled and staged in
accordance with the RA WP Sections 8.1.5 and 8.1.8. Unidentified and unclassified debris will
be segregated and sampled.
Chemical
• Inhalation of dust and/or contaminated dust
• Skin contact and/or ingestion of PCB contaminated soil
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface
• Heavy equipment operations
• Excavation hazards ( wall collapse)
• Underground/overhead utility lines
3-7
•
•
•
• High noise level
• Thermal Stress
3.1.12 Soil Treatment Plant Demobilization
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
Terra Kleen will decontaminate, disassemble, and demobilize the Soil Treatment Plant upon
completion of the soil/sediment treatment. Terra Kleen will be responsible for the disposal of all
contaminated materials off site.
Chemical
• Skin contact, inhalation, and/or ingestion with site chemicals.
Physical/Environmental
• Heavy equipment and power tool operations
• Energized equipment and lines (electrical, mechanical, and thermal)
• Mounting and dismounting of heavy equipment
• High noise level
• Thermal Stress
3.1.13 Treated Soil Backfilling
GCI will remove the treatment pad and backfill treated soil/sediment into the excavated areas.
Chemical
• Skin contact, inhalation, and/or ingestion with site chemicals.
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface; crawling over and under obstacles
• Heavy equipment operations
3-8
•
•
•
• High noise level
• Energized underground and/or overhead utility lines
• Wall collapse
3.1.14 Site Restoration
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Treatment pad and soil stockpile area pads will be demolished and removed from the site. Final
grading will be conducted and the site will be seeded and mulched.
Chemical
• Contact with site chemicals
Physical/Environmental
• Slips, trips, and falls -sloped, uneven surface; crawling over and under obstacles
• High noise level
• Heavy equipment operations (backfill and regrading)
3.2 Physical Hazards
Some of the physical hazards that may be encountered during on-site remedial activities are listed
below and discussed in further detail.
• Slip, trip, and fall
• Walking and Working Surfaces
• Equipment accidents
• Thermal Stress
• Noise
• Cuts and Crushing Injuries
3-9
•
•
•
• Lockout/fagout
• Hot Works
• Electrical Safe Work
• Crane Lift and Rigging Safety
• Fall Protection
• Flammable or Combustible Materials
• Underground and Overhead Utility Hazards
• Demolition Hazards
• Heavy Equipment
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: I0/99
The HSO, or alternate (HSO/altemate), will address specific safety procedures to minimize the
potential for injury associated with these hazards as part of the weekly site safety meetings.
The Workplace Illness and Injuring Prevention Plan (WIIPP) provides additional details of Terra
Kleen's approach to physical hazards identification and mitigation and applies to all contractors and
client representatives on the project site.
3.2.1 Slip, Trip and Fall
To avoid trips, slips and falls etc., personnel are to thoroughly inspect the site for hazardous
conditions that may result in an injury if unnoticed during work activities. Site personnel will
communicate the presence of any identified hazards. If necessary, physical hazards will be
barricaded to avoid inadvertent entry into the hazard area.
Terra Kleen incorporates the following mitigating measures to minimize the slip, trip, and fall
hazards:
3-10
•
•
•
• Operator awareness
• Delineate area with highest potential
• Good housekeeping
• Work in teams (buddy system)
• Ladder inspection and training
• Safety harness above six feet
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Baker personnel providing construction oversight, GCI, and other contractors on the project site
will also adhere to these measures.
3.2.2 Walking and Working Surfaces
Safe walking/working surfaces are to be maintained in safe condition. Items within this
procedure that will be addressed during the demolition and remediation activities include:
• All unsafe walking/working surface conditions are promptly corrected or barricaded
immediately.
• Walking and working surfaces will be designed, covered, reinforced, and/or guarded to
carry the intended load and provide employee and material equipment fall protection.
• Alternative means of protection will be provided when normal methods of protection are
removed for maintenance, servicing, etc.
• An effective housekeeping program will be utilized to mm1m1ze and eliminate fall
hazards .
3-1 I
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
• Inspections of walking/working surfaces should be conducted as part of periodic internal
audits.
• Sides or edges of surfaces that present a falling hazard of four ( 4) feet or more to a lower
level will be fall protected by covers, screens, fixed and removable guardrails, etc., on all
sides. This includes floor or roof holes, balconies, mezzanines or covered openings such
as skylights.
• Excavations five feet or more will be protected in accordance with OSHA excavation
requirements.
• Surfaces that are less than four feet above a lower level, but are above or adjacent to
dangerous equipment, materials or operations will be fall protected .
• A floor hole provided for passage of machinery, piping, or other equipment need only be
guarded by a toeboard or equivalent means to prevent the feet or tools from entering the
hole. Engineering options for further protection should be considered.
3.2.3 Equipment Accidents
Terra Kleen incorporates the following mitigating measures to minimize the hazards associated
with work around or near heavy equipment:
• Operator training
• Maintain safe distance from personnel
• Backup alarms, rollover cages, seat belts
• Equipment inspection and maintenance
• Train/enforce crane and rigging safety
3-12
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonncr Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Baker personnel providing construction oversight, GCI, and other contractors on the project site
will also adhere to these measures.
3.2.4 Thermal Stress
Provisions for monitoring of cold stress and heat stress are outlined in the Baker Health and
Safety Programs and Procedures Manual. The cold stress and heat stress programs will be
included within Attachment HASP-I.
3.2.5 Noise
Elevated noise levels are anticipated during various phases of the demolition and remediation
activities, such as with the use of power tools, therefore, hearing protection requireinents will be
assessed and used on an as needed basis. Hearing protection will be required during the
• operation of power hand tools/equipment and heavy equipment that generate sound levels above
85 d.b.a. by personnel within the vicinity of these sound levels. Sound levels will be measured
when operations indicate elevated noise is occurring.
3.2.6 Cuts and Crushing Injuries
Terra Kleen incorporates the following mitigating measures to minimize cuts and crushing injuries:
• Train/enforce safe practices
• Personal protective equipment
• Inspect/maintain tools
• Good housekeeping for sharp tools/objects
• 3-13
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 02/00
Baker personnel providing construction oversight, GCI, and other contractors on the project site
will also adhere to these measures.
Physical hazards that are of potential concerns during the demolition and decontamination task
activities are described in the following Subsections.
3.2. 7 Lockoutffagout
To assure that any electrical lines, steam lines, pressurized systems, equipment, utilities,
capacitors, or other potential stored energy sources are isolated, at a minimum, the requirements
of29 CFR 1926.147 will be followed. Although power has been scheduled to be shut off prior
to the structural demolition the equipment, pressurized pipelines, electrical lines and any other
potential energy source will be verified with facility personnel prior to opening. Potential stored
energy sources are:
• Any pipeline with possible head pressure
• Any mechanism that is spring-loaded or operated
• Any hydraulic system
• Any pneumatic system
• Potential gravity
• Electrical equipment with capacitors
• All types of batteries
• Plugged or clogged lines
3.2.8 Hot Works
Hot work (burning/grinding/welding) is always a potential during demolition and remediation
activities. If the need arises to perform hot work, all necessary inspections and approvals will be
3-14
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10199
obtained through the HSO. Any hot work activities to be conducted during these activities will
follow general Hot Work Permit and Compressed Gas Cylinders procedures. A copy of the hot
work permit is contained in Attachment HASP-2. All hot work activity at a minimum will be
reviewed for the following items prior to initiating and completing:
• Inspection and condition of equipment
• Cleaning the area of combustibles
• Atmosphere testing, as necessary
• Portable fire extinguishing equipment
• Designated fire watch and patrol
• Respiratory protection
Gas cylinders are to be stored in accordance with appropriate standards of OSHA, the
Compressed Gas Association (CGA), and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The
anticipated hot work to be conducted by the demolition contractor may include oxygen/acetylene
gas torch cutting and abrasive saw blades. Site personnel using, storing, or handling compressed
gas cylinders will review safe handling procedures. This training is to be included during the
HASP training.
3.2.9 Electrical Safe Works
Energized electric lines may present a risk of electrocution during various work activities such
as, demolition and any additional PCB investigation activities. Each electrical distribution power
line will have to be checked prior to any cutting operations. The field team will communicate the
work task with potential electrical hazards with the HSO and a qualified electrician prior to
commencing these activities. Appropriate measures will be performed (including, de-energize
and lockout/tagout), as appropriate .
3-15
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
All portable electrical powered tools will be double insulated or grounded. Ground fault circuit
interrupters (GFC!s) will be used where any temporary wiring is in use, such as while using a
generator. All electrical power tools, leads, site-lighting and power supply on site should comply
with the relevant regulations, standards, and codes of practice.
All electrical wiring apart from the temporary electrical installations should be disconnected and
rendered safe by a competent person or where necessary the local electrical supply authority
before demolition work commences. During demolition work any live wires will be identified
and clearly tagged or posted "Danger Live Wires".
When mechanical equipment is used for demolition plll]loses, care should be taken to ensure that
no part of such machines can come into direct contact or in close proximity to overhead or
underground electricity or telephone wires or cables. Where such a possibility exists, the electrical
or telephone authority should be consulted and precautionary measures should be implemented .
Terra Kleen incoI]Jorates the following mitigating measures to minimize the electrocution hazards:
• Ground fault circuit interrupters
• Lock-out/tag-out procedures
• Licensed electrician to make hook-ups and disconnects
Baker personnel providing construction oversight, GCI, and other contractors on the project site
will also adhere to these measures.
3.2.10 Crane Lift and Rigging Safety
Prior to any crane lifts, a crane lift plan must be developed and completed. The crane lift plans
are to be completed by the crane operator, rigger, and supervision for the lift. After the crane lift
3-16
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10199
plan has been competed, the designated HSO individual will review the lift plan for
completeness.
Critical lifts are defined as those lifts which:
1. Exceed 75% of the crane's rated capacity for the crane configuration.
2. Require two cranes to make the lift.
3. Are located such that the load or the crane boom could fall on electric lines,
transformers, pipelines, or occupied structures.
4. Utilize poles and derricks that have been erected for a specific lift.
If in completing a plan it is determined the lift equals or exceeds 95% of the crane configuration
capacity for the greatest radius the load will achieve during pick, swing or set, the lift will not be
made. If by changing the crane configuration within manufacturing specifications a gross capacity
• may be gained, the change shall be made. If not, a larger capacity crane shall be obtained and used.
•
Other hazards to consider during any crane lift are:
I.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Lockout/Tagout Permit
Closed System/Line Opening Permit
Hot Work Permit
Street closure notification
Flight path notifications
Structural Steel demolition -State notification or permit
Environmental: Safe decontamination and proper or permitted disposal
Wind loading considerations
Night work/lighting
Area secured and barricaded during the lift
Building personnel or equipment or pipeline evacuation
3-17
•
•
•
12. Extra PPE requirements to be considered
Hcallh and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Work Stoppage -The equipment operator and contractor superv1s1on have the authority and
responsibility to stop or refuse to make a lift if it is felt the rigging is not correct or if any other
unacceptable risks exist.
Items to be described and written in a crane lift plan include:
I.
2.
3.
4 .
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15 .
Name of project job.
Date the lift will be made.
Time of day the lift will be made and the expected duration of the job.
Location of the lift.
Manufacturer's name of the crane used to perform lift.
Manufacturer's model number of the crane used to perform lift.
Manufacturer's serial number of the crane used to perform lift.
Length of the main boom and the length of jib (if equipped) that will be on the crane at time
of lift.
Maximum radius the load will achieve during the lift cycle of pick, swing and set.
Crane's swing direction (right or left) and degree of swing.
Maximum and minimum elevation, in feet, the load will be required to reach.
Crane's boom angle at the beginning (pick) and end (set) of the lift.
Gross capacity of the crane from the manufacturer's capacity.
Crane manufacturer's recommended weight reduction for each item listed and total.
Describe the load and weight of the load to be lifted.
3-18
•
•
•
16.
17.
I 8.
19.
20.
21.
22 .
23.
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Name of the person who determined the load's weight and how this determination was
made.
Indicate the total weight of the load.
Indicate the percentage of the crane's lift capacity. If load/capacity percentage equals or
exceeds 95%, the lift will not be made. If the load/capacity percentage is between 90 and
95%, a test lift will be considered.
Verify that the rigging equipment (shackles, chokers, etc.) used to perform the lift has a 5-
to-l safety factor ( as defined by the appropriate charts for chain/sling calculations). See
OSHA 1910.184.
The size of chokers, shackles, chains, cable or beams used for the lift and their physical
conditions.
Note if a tag line will be used.
Number of parts in the loading handling line during the lift.
Weather conditions during the lift, with emphasis on wind velocity and direction, rain
probability, etc. If wind, including gusts, exceed 20 mph, a wind force chart shall be
consulted by the rigger prior to sizing the rigging components. Maximum allowable wind
velocity is 40 mph, including gusts.
24. Review with the HSO what type of or if any electrical hazards are within the vicinity of the
lift area (pick, swing, or set crane movements).
25. The distance to the electrical hazard and in which direction, the amount of voltage, height
aboveground lines, above or below ground, as appropriate.
26. NOTE: Under no circumstances shall the crane boom, cable or load come within 10 feet of
an unprotected high voltage line. If the lift cannot be done otherwise, then a qualified
electrical person must provide proper guarding/shielding against shock.
27. If electrical hazards exist, a trial lift and swing shall be done to verify safe operation
clearances.
28. Inspect the lift site to determine the soil condition to decide if additional matting/shoring or
bracing is needed. Indicate if added support is needed .
3-19
•
•
•
29.
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Note the condition of soil in the area of lift such as loose, compacted, virgin or frozen earth.
Also note muddy conditions, standing water, dry, etc., give special considerations to
adjacent excavations, including distance from outriggers, tracks and depth of the
excavation.
30. Review with the HSO if there are any existing underground hazards in the crane set-up
area. If "yes", explain what type of hazard (water, sewage, drainage, electrical, tanks, etc.)
and at what depth. If the identified hazard has the potential of being damaged by the crane
placement, the crane shall be relocated or supported by bridging or matting to prevent
damage.
31. Indicate whether there are any other hazards located in the lift area that would interfere with
the lift operations.
32. Conduct a pre-lift meeting with all involved persons. Include all persons signing the plan
· when possible.
3 3. Name of the rigger. The rigger shall be responsible to daily inspect all running ropes as
specified in ANSI Std. B30.5c-1992, paragraphs 5-2.4.2.
34 . Name of the signal person(s).
3 5. Date of last periodic inspection. A periodic inspection is defined as one by the
manufacturer or a qualified person as defined by ANSI Std. B30.5c-1992, paragraph 5-
2. L3. If a periodic inspection has not been performed in the last 12 months, the lift will not
be made.
36. The person who has completed the daily inspection shall enter/print his or her own name.
This person shall be responsible for the frequent inspection requirements of ANSI Std.
B30.5C-I 992 paragraph 5.2.1.2.
37. Have the individuals indicated on the Crane Lift Plan sign the completed plan.
3.2.11 Fall Protection
Elevated work activities are a potential during the demolition activities. If any demolition
activity task is at an elevated height of six feet or more without an approved physical barrier, fall
protection measures will be followed, such as a using harness and lanyard .
3-20
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
All fall protection equipment must meet applicable federal (OSHA 1926.500) and American
National Standard Institute (ANSI A I 0.14.1975) requirements. The design, construction and
material used must give adequate protection for the hazard involved. The manufacturer shall
provide guidelines for appropriate use. The following procedures will be followed with the use of
fall protection:
• Only locking-type snap-hooks shall be used. Non-locking type snap-hooks can come
unlocked during use, leaving the user unprotected.
• Snap-hooks shall not be connected together.
• When horizontal lifelines are used they shall be designed, installed and used under the
supervision of a qualified person .
• Anchorages, including single and double-head anchors, should be capable of supporting at
least 5000 pounds per person attached.
• Lifelines and carriers shall not be kinked or knotted or be made of natural fiber rope.
• Wire rope shall not be used where an electrical hazard is anticipated.
• Lifelines shall not be wrapped around objects and/or the snap connected back onto the
lifeline. An appropriate anchorage connector should be used instead.
• Personal fall protection systems and their components should only be used for personal fall
protection .
3-21
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
R~vision: 0
Date: 10/99
• Personal fall protection systems or their components subjected to impact loading shall be
immediately removed from service and shall not be used again for personal protection.
• Polyester rope or webbing shall be used instead of nylon where acidic conditions prevail.
• Tools and other materials must not be dropped from or tossed to any elevated level.
Equipment/tools that must be raised or lowered must be controlled by means of tag lines,
approved buckets or pouches or mechanical lifting devices. If equipment/materials cannot
be contained (i.e., insulation removal, demolition) then the following conditions must be
met:
► A drop zone is to be barricaded to prevent unauthorized entry.
► Proper safety precautions must be made to prevent injury or damage in the drop
zone from falling materials.
• Only full-body harnesses and either nylon rope, strap or coated steel cable lanyards
equipped with a deceleration device, are allowed to be used for fall protection.
• Each individual assigned work that requires the use of fall protection devices will be given
task safety instruction by the HSO. The HSO is responsible to assess all such tasks to
determine the proper fall protection PPE.
• Workers performing work that requires the use of fall arrest devices shall not work alone
but must work with at least one individual, as a safety watch, working within visual and
voice contact range. The safety watch must have the knowledge and ability to immediately
summon help in the event of a fall or other emergency .
3-22
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund ·site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10199
• Safety Harness System shall be worn with the attachment point of the body harness located
in the center of the wearer's back near shoulder level or above the wearer's head.
• Personal fall arrest systems shall be secured above the point of operation and be rigged such
that the worker can neither fall more than six (6) feet nor contact any lower level.
• When vertical lifelines are used, each person shall be provided with a separate lifeline.
• Lanyards and lifelines should be protected against being cut, abraded or burned.
Personal fall protection systems shall be inspected prior to EACH use to observe for the following:
• Mildew, Wear, Damage
• Broken wires in cables
• Any other form of deterioration
• Any additional requirements the equipment manufacturer may have for inspection of the
equipment
• Defective components shall be removed from service.
• Proper cut or puncture-resistant gloves should be worn during inspection to prevent cuts and
slivers when running hands over cables.
Before using personal fall protection systems and after any component or system is changed,
personnel using these systems shall be trained in the following:
3-23
•
•
•
• When fall protection is required
• Equipment limitations
• Proper hook-up
• Anchoring and tie-off techniques
• Methods of use
• Proper methods of equipment inspection and storage.
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
• Additional manufacturer requirements for training and use of the equipment.
3.2.12 Flammable or Combustible Materials
In general, the following explosion and/or fire hazards are possible:
• Explosion and fire resulting from ignition of trapped flammable vapors
• Explosion and fire resulting from vehicular accidents or fuels
• Ignition of flammables or combustibles during oxygen/acetylene cutting operations with
compressed gasses
• Heavy equipment malfunction
• Solvent storage (isopropyl alcohol)
lsopropyl alcohol is expected to be brought on-site in 7,000 gallon shipments via tanker truck. The
solvent is transferred by pump compatible with moving flammable liquids into cross-linked High-
Density Polyethylene (HOPE) or steel process/storage tanks. These tanks are compatible with and
PCBs. The size of the tanks range from 7,000 gallons (HOPE tanks) to 21,000 gallons (Steel Frac
tanks). The total volume of solvent on-site at any one time ranges from 21,000 gallons to 50,000
3-24
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Tmnsformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
gallons. Typically, the majority of this solvent is contained in the soil within Terra-Kleen's soil
extraction vessels.
These tanks will be located within a secondary containment berm that can hold, at a minimwn, the
volwne of the largest tank. Response mechanisms are blind swnps that collect released liquids to
facilitate pwnping it off the pad, and the nwnerous process pnewnatic pwnps Terra-Kleen
maintains on site. In the event of catastrophic failure of any tank, the volwne of the tank can be
transferred to other containers at the site, including the soil extraction vessels. It should be noted
here that Terra-Kleen's solvent is typically diluted with water from the soil being treated. The
solvent content ranges from 50% to 99% (new deliveries of solvent).
Common sense should be the general rule for site fire prevention planning. during demolition and
remediation activities and include the following:
• All potential sources of ignition are to be continually evaluated and the necessary
corrective measures taken.
• Any temporary electrical wiring and equipment for providing light, heat, or power will be
installed by a competent person and inspected regularly.
• Equipment powered by an internal combustion engine will be located so that the exhausts
discharge well away from combustible materials and away from ·workers.
• When the exhausts are piped outside the building, a clearance of at least six inches will be
maintained between such piping and combustible material.
3-25
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Rcvi.sion: 1
Date: 11/99
• All internal combustion equipment will be shut down prior to refueling. Fuel for this
equipment will be stored in a designated safe location.
• Sufficient fire fighting equipment will be located near flammable and combustible liquid
storage areas.
• Only approved containers and portable tanks will be used for the storage and handling of
flammable and combustible liquids.
• Heating devices will be situated so they are not likely to overturn and will be installed in
accordance with their listing, including clearance to combustible material or equipment.
Temporary heating equipment, when utilized, will be maintained by competent personnel.
• Smoking will be prohibited at or in the vicinity of hazardous operations or materials.
Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.
• Roadways between and around combustible storage piles will be at least 15 feet wide and
maintained free from accumulation of rubbish, equipment, or other materials.
• When storing debris or combustible material inside a structure, such storage will not
obstruct or adversely affect the means of exit.
3-26
•
•
•
3.2.13 Underground and Overhead Utility Hazards
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Underground utility clearance will be obtained for the area during mobilization. It is anticipated
that this clearance will be needed to conduct the subsurface soil intrusive activities and
remediation tasks. If underground utilities are identified, the ground above the utility lines will
be physically marked with spray paint or flags. Appropriate utility locators will be notified at
least one week prior to intrusive activities, to review the designated areas arid to provide utility
clearance. A minimum of a 24-inch tolerance zone will be used for underground utilities.
Confirmation Geophysics may be performed if an obstruction or utility line is close to an
intrusive sampling location.
The generally accepted uniform color code for underground utilities is:
Red -Electric power lines, cables, conduit and lighting cables
Yellow -Gas, oil, steam, petroleum, or gaseous materials
Orange -Communication, alarm or signal lines, cables or conduits
Blue -Water, irrigation, and slurry lines
Green -Sewers and drain lines
White -Proposed excavation
The location of all overhead power sources should also be determined, as they can prove
especially hazardous during any machine demolition. Energized overhead electric lines may
present a risk of electrocution. OSHA standards require that equipment maintain certain
distances from power lines. For lines O to 50 kilovolts (kV), the minimum distance is 10 feet.
Lines carrying over 50 kV require that equipment maintain a distance of IO feet plus an
additional 0.4-inch for each I kV over 50. On very humid days or during episodes of rain, these
distances will be doubled .
3-27
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
All electric, gas, water, steam, sewer, and other services lines should be shut off, capped, or
otherwise controlled, at or outside the structures before commencing the demolition work.
3.2.14 Demolition Hazards
Demolition activities are to be conducted at a minimum in compliance with all applicable OSHA
regulations, such as the requirements of 1926.850 through 1926.859. The American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) in its ANSI AI0.6-1983 -Safety Requirements For Demolition
Operations states:
"No employee shall be permitted in any area that can be adversely affected when demolition and
decommissioning operations are being performed. Only those employees necessary for the
performance of the operations shall be permitted in these areas."
Some of the specific requirements include:
• When pulling over walls or portions thereof, all steel members affected will have been
previously cut free.
• Floor openings within IO feet of any wall being demolished will be planked solid, except
when employees are kept out of the area below.
• No wall section, which is more than one story in height, will be permitted to stand alone
without lateral bracing, unless the wall was originally designed and constructed to stand
without such lateral support, and is in a condition safe enough to be self-supporting. All
walls will be left in a stable condition at the end of each shift .
3-28
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section,: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
• Any openings cut in a floor for the disposal of materials will be no larger in size than 25
percent of the aggregate of the total floor area, unless the lateral supports of the removed
flooring remain in place. Floors weakened or otherwise made unsafe by demolition and
decommissioning operations will be shored to carry safely the intended imposed load
from demolition and decommissioning operations.
During demolition, continuing inspections by a competent person will be made as the work
progresses to detect hazards resulting from weakened or deteriorated floors, or walls, or loosened
material. No employee will be permitted to work where such hazards exist until they are
corrected by shoring, bracing, or other effective means.
3.2.15 Heavy Equipment
One of the primary physical hazards associated with the site work is the use of heavy equipment,
• which includes the use of the demolition and remediation equipment. Only operators trained,
qualified, and authorized will be permitted to operate the heavy equipment.
•
Hazards generally associated with demolition and remediation heavy equipment operations
include the following:
• Motor vehicle exhaust products ( e.g., carbon monoxide) from the engine
• Overhead utility wires, (i.e., electrical and telephone), can be hazardous if the boom of
the heavy equipment is in an upright position
• Underground pipelines and utility lines can be ruptured or damaged during intrusive
operations
3-29
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
• High pressure hydraulic lines and air lines used on equipment are hazardous when they
are leaking, worn or incorrectly assembled
Hazard Prevention
• Review the contaminants suspected to be on site and perform air monitoring as required.
• Shut down and/or divert exhaust fumes.
• All critical moving parts should be inspected daily for weak spots, etc.
• Ear muffs and/or earplugs effectively reduce noise levels.
• Personal protection including safety boots, eye protection, and hard hats will be worn at
all times when working around heavy equipment.
• Overhead utilities should be considered "live" until determined to be otherwise.
• A thorough underground utilities search and clearance should be conducted before the
commencement of intrusive activities.
• All high-pressure lines should be checked prior to and during use.
• The heavy equipment subcontracting company's site supervisor is to provide, during the
HASP briefing, a description of cautions to be observed when working around the heavy
equipment.
3-30
•
•
•
3.3
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
• Hand signals will be prearranged between the operator and personnel working around the
heavy equipment.
• Personnel are to remain in the field of vision of the operator and remain clear of moving
parts.
Chemical Hazards
All on-site personnel (Terra Kleen, Baker, GCI, and other contractors) will review and have
personal responsibility to become familiar with the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for
chemical substances used at the Carolina Transformer Superfund Site. The employee will utilize
required safety precautions and protective equipment prior to moving or using chemical substances
All available MSDS applicable to chemical substances present in wastes found at each site are
provided in Attachment HASP-3, "Material Safety Data Sheets." Site specific chemical hazards
include isopropyl alcohol, PCBs, and dioxin/furans. The isopropyl alcohol will be stored on site in
large quantities and used in the soil treatment process. PCBs are generally anticipated to be a
concern within all the soil excavation areas. Dioxin has only been noted in the soil to the north,
near the red brick bum building within Grids 3 7 /62.
Asbestos containing material (ACM) has been identified within the buildings to be demolished.
The ACM is listed as Category I, non-friable, such as, in the form of floor tile. This non-friable
ACM has been reported to be in good condition and will remain in the structures during
demolition and be disposed of as ordinary (non-contaminated) building debris (refer to Section
8.1.5.5.1 of the Remedial Action Work Plan. This material is not an inhalation concern in the
non-friable condition. The improper removal of asbestos can lead to the inhalation of airborne
asbestos fibers, that can cause lung cancer, a lung disease known as "asbestosis," and
mesothelioma which is a cancer of the chest and abdominal cavities.
During demolition activities lead based paint is often a concern. There is no information
available on the composition of the paint within the buildings. Lead is an inhalation and
3-31
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: l
Date: 11/99
ingestion concern that can effect the central nervous system, blood, kidneys, and reproductive
system. Measures to minimize dust generation will continually be used to safeguard site
personnel. Refer to the RAWP Sections 8.1.5.5 and 8.1.5.6 for details on dust suppression
techniques. Additionally site personnel will be in Level C for the demolition activities because
of the potential dust generation during brick, block, and masonry destruction.
The primary chemical hazards are summarized on the following table:
EXPOSUE HEAL TH HAZARDS/
CHEMICAL ROUTES PEL/fLV PHYSICAL HAZARDS
Polychlorinated Biphenyls Skin, eye, 0.5 • Irritation of eyes, skin; acne-form
inhalation, mg/m3 dermatitis; potential carcinogen;
ingestion • Reacts with strong oxidizers
Skin, eye, 400ppm • A mild skin, eye, mucous
Isopropyl alcohol inhalation, membrane irritant; poisonous by
ingestion ingestion
• Volatile, flammable, liquid that
can release vapors forming
flammable mixtures in air that are
explosive when exposed to an
ignition source.
Polychlorinated Skin, eye, Not • Harmful or fatal is swallowed
Dibenzodioxin/ inhalation, Established • Vapor is harmful if inhaled
(based on MSDS ingestion • Symptoms: headache, dizziness,
information for 2,3, 7,8-hallucinations, distorted
tetrachlorodibenzo-p-perceptions, changes in motor
dioxin solution) activity
• Can cause liver, kidney and lung
damage
• Incompatible with oxidizers and
strong mineral acids
• Dangerous fire and explosion
hazard
Polychlorinated Skin, eye, Not • May be harmful by inhalation,
Dibenzofuran inhalation, Established ingestion or skin absorption. May
(based on MSDS ingestion cause irritation.
information for • Chemical, physical and
dibenzofuran) toxicological properties have not
been thoroughly investigated
• Incompatible with strong
oxidizers
3-32
• 3.4 Environmental Hazards
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Supcrfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
The following paragraphs identify the hazards associated with typical flora and fauna issues
within North Carolina. If additional concerns are identified, the HASP should be updated
accordingly.
3.4.1 Hazardous Flora
An incidence of contact by individuals to poisonous/thorny plants is high while working in
wooded areas. Bare skin should be covered (i.e., long pants and shirt, steel toe boots, leather or
cotton gloves, safety glasses, and head protection) as much as practical when working in forested
or densely vegetated areas. Personnel should avoid entering an area in the direct path of known
poisonous flora (i.e., poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac); a secondary route should be
selected. Care should also be taken when walking in such areas as uneven terrain or vines may
• present a tripping hazard.
•
3.4.2 Hazardous Fauna
Mosquitoes and gnats pose a nuisance and physical hazard to field personnel; they distract
workers, leading to accidents, and pose a physical threat by transmitting live microorganisms.
Avoiding the use of perfumes and scented deodorants and donning light colored clothing is
preferable. The use of an insect repellent is encouraged and will be provided, as needed.
Poisonous snakes such as the rattlesnake, copperhead, and cottonmouth (water moccasin), all
known as pit vipers, are common to the eastern United States. Snakes typically do not attack
people but will bite when provoked, angered, or accidentally injured (as when stepped on). When
encountering a snake, avoid quick/jerky motions, loud noises, and retreat slowly; do not provoke
the snake. If bitten, follow emergency procedures outlined in the Section 4.6.1 .
3-33
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 3
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
There are two spiders commonly found in the United States whose bite can be serious: the black
widow and the brown recluse spider. These bites may be serious, even life threatening. Many
other spiders will bite, but they usually do not produce serious complications. The black widow
spider measures approximately I inch long with its legs extended. It is glossy black in color and
has a distinctive yellow-orange marking in the shape of an hourglass on its belly. On its back,
however, there is no marking, and unless you happen to tum the spider over, you cannot see this
mark. The danger of the black widow spider bite lies in its systemic manifestations. The venom
from this spider attacks the nervous system, resulting in severe muscle cramps with boardlike
rigidity of the abdominal muscles, tightness in the chest, and difficulty in breathing. Sweating,
nausea, and vomiting will also occur.
The brown recluse spider is a little bit smaller than the black widow spider and is dull brown in
color. It has a violin-shaped mark on its back, which can be seen when you are looking at the
spider from above. The spider gets its name because it tends to live in dark areas, comers, and
• old unused buildings. The bite from this spider typically produces local effects rather than
systemic manifestations. The venom of the brown recluse spider causes severe local tissue
damage and can lead to an ulcer and gangrene. The bitten area becomes red, swollen, and tender
within a few hours after the bite. A small blister forms, and several days later, this may form a
large scab, covering a deep ulcer. Death is rarely reported. If a spider bite by a black widow or
brown recluse is suspected, follow emergency procedures in Section 4.6.2.
•
There is also a potential to contact other dangerous insects; these include fire ants, chiggers, bees,
wasps, hornets, mites, fleas, and ticks. Personnel should perform checks periodically and at the
end of the work shift, especially when working in grassy or forested areas. Insect bites must be
reported to the HSO.
Before initiating site activities, each individual will be questioned as to any known sensitivities
to the previously mentioned organisms or agents .
3-34
•
•
•
4.0 SITE CONTROL
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
To reduce the accidental spread of hazardous substances by workers from a potentially
contaminated area to a clean area, zones will be delineated to ensure that work activities and
contamination are confined to the appropriate areas, and to keep unauthorized personnel from
entering the EZ. The sections below identify the requirements, based on the level of protection
muse.
4.1 Level C and B Activities
It is not anticipated that field activities will be conducted at these levels of protection, however, if
necessary, all zones for activities conducted under Level C or higher protection levels shall be
established utilizing control boundaries between the Exclusion Zone, the CRZ, and the Support
Zone (i.e., Clean Zone). Refer to Figure 4.1-1 to view the general schematics of how this zone
will be demarcated. These boundaries shall be defined as follows:
• Exclusion Zone -The area where the primary site remediation/demolition activity occurs
and potential contamination exists.
• Hotline -The boundary between the EZ and CRZ.
• CRZ -The area between the EZ and the Support Zone.
• Contamination Control Line -The boundary between the CRZ and the Support Zone.
• Support Zone -Is an uncontaminated area at the outermost region of the site next to the
CRZ and upwind of the remediation/demolition activities .
4-1
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Tmnsformcr Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
These boundaries will be marked using one or more of the following materials:
4.2
• Colored boundary tape, cones, or equivalent for the Hotline or the Decontamination
Corridor of the CRZ.
• Barriers for the Contamination Control Line such as posted signs and/or barricades.
Level D and D+ Activities
All zones for activities conducted under Levels D or D+ will be established according to the
following guidelines.
4.2.1 Populated Areas
In populated areas, EZs for activities conducted under Level D or D+ protection levels shall be
established in such a manner as to preclude unauthorized personnel from entering the
investigative area. A boundary will be established to separate the EZ from the Support Zone
using available materials such as, the contractor's field vehicle, natural boundaries (e.g.,
buildings, structures, fences), or signs/placards, boundary tape, cones, barricades, etc.
4.2.2 Unpopulated/Secluded Areas
In unpopulated or secluded areas, the aforementioned materials may not be used due to the
exclusive nature of the area and the low risk to outside populations. The HSO and/or Site
Manager will be responsible for making this determination, however, areas of remediated soils
will be clearly identified with signs/placards, boundary tape, cones, barricades, etc .
4-2
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: l0/99
All soil remediation activities will be restricted to the EZ, including any other activities that may
result in personnel or equipment exposure to the contaminants of concern. Decontamination of
PPE and equipment will be restricted to the CRZ. All support activities will be restricted to SZ.
4.3 Visitors
Terra Kleen will be responsible for all site visitors. All site visitors will receive Basic Visitor
Training. Site visitors will not leave the designated support area without permission from Terra
Kleen. The Basic Visitor Training Form presented as Figure 4.3-1 includes basic training
information. All site visitors must acknowledge this training by signing a copy of Basic Visitor
Training Form.
Terra Kleen personnel will escort site visitors at all times. Any site visitor authorized to enter the
SZ, CRZ, or EZ becomes the responsibility of Terra Kleen when they enter that zone. Site visitors
must complete further training as described in Section 7 of this HASP before they may enter any
EZ.
4.4 Site Communications
Terra Kleen's HSO will conduct site safety meetings at least once a week to discuss and provide
training on the health and safety procedures relevant to site operations or changing site conditions.
These weekly safety meetings are intended to reinforce previous training received and to ensure
awareness of all site hazards. Attendance at these meetings is mandatory for all on-site personnel.
Site safety meeting attendees and meeting minutes will be recorded. Terra Kleen's HSO will
maintain a file of these records .
4-3
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
The "buddy system," as described in Section 4.5.3, will be used to maintain communication during
non-routine operations. In addition, on-site personnel are responsible for reporting to the HSO all
safety and health related information as it arises, including unsafe situations, and suggestions for
additional safe work practices.
4.5 Safe Work Practices
4.5.1 Standard Operating Procedures
All on-site personnel (Terra Kleen, Baker, GCI, and other on-site contractors) will follow the
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Soil Treatment Plant operations as delineated in the
RA WP. Departure from the SOPs will be reviewed by the Terra Kleen's HSO for potential impacts
on the health and safety of personnel and approved by the Terra Kleen's Site Manager.
Other specific safe work practices are detailed below.
4.5.2 Solvent Transfer
The transfer of solvent into or out of the Soil Treatment Plant's extraction vessels presents a
potential for exposure to solvent vapors, spills, and fire if not performed properly. Personnel
engaged in this activity must strictly follow Terra Kleen approved operational procedures. An
intrinsically safe pump and non-sparking tools must be used. Fire extinguishing equipment
meeting the requirements of 29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart L will be on hand and ready for use by
trained employees to control fires during solvent transfer operations .
4-4
•
•
•
4.5.3 Buddy System
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
When on-site personnel are performing non-routine or potentially hazardous duties, they must work
in two or more person teams (i.e., use the buddy system), to ensure that a backup person is available
if an emergency arises. If required, the use of a two-way radio, suitable for use in flammable
atmospheres, will be acceptable to meet this requirement when such operation is compatible with
respiratory protection requirements. Communications (by portable radio, hand signals, telephone,
as appropriate) will be maintained between the employee conducting the operation and the second
employee, command post, or HSO until such time as the operation is completed. Before initiating
non-routine procedures, on-site personnel will first consult with and obtain the approval of the
Terra Kleen HSO and Terra Kleen Site Manager or his designee.
4.5.4 Sample Collection and Shipment
Chemically protective gloves must be worn whenever soil and solvent samples are taken or
handled. When taking samples that may involve the possibility of exposure to or release of
airborne contaminants, personal protective equipment, as outlined in Section 5, must be used. On-
site personnel will be trained in the proper techniques for obtaining representative samples. Terra
Kleen personnel will be responsible for the handling and disposition of samples from the Soil
Treatment Plant. All samples to be shipped off site for analysis will be packaged, labeled, and
marked to meet all Department of Transportation (DOT)/International Air Transport Association
(IATA) shipping regulations (49 CFR 261 to 265) for hazardous materials, and will comply with
USEP A sample labeling requirements. The quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC)
requirements under the QAPP for chain-of-custody will be met.
4-5
•
•
•
4.5.5 Safety and Hygiene
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Decontamination procedures, as detailed in the RA WP, will be followed. At a minimum, all
personnel engaged in any activity cited herein will wash hands and face prior to eating, chewing, or
drinking during work breaks in the area designated by the HSO/alternate.
Smoking is only permitted in designated areas. Chewing, eating, drinking, or wearing of contact
lenses in the EZs is prohibited except for an area of the support zone specifically designated as a
rest area.
4.5.6 Emergency/Contingency Plan
All site personnel are responsible for being familiar with the SPCCC Plan and emergency
procedures. The SPCCC Plan will be followed in response to any emergency .
4.5. 7 Demolition Area
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) m its ANSI AI0.6-1983 -Safety
Requirements for Demolition Operations states:
"No employee shall be permitted in any area that can be adversely affected when demolition
operations are being performed. Only those employees necessary for the performance of the
operations shall be permitted in these areas." Site control and access are of the utmost important.
The Terra Kleen Site Manager will be designated to coordinate overall access for site personnel
at the site. Physical perimeters will be established during the demolition activities .
4-6
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Rt:vision: 0
Date: 10/99
• Unnecessary personnel will not be permitted within the EZ areas during demolition and
remediation activities.
• All personnel arriving or departing the site will be documented in the site logbook.
• All activities on site must be cleared through the Site Manager and documented in the site
logbook.
All access to and from the site, amenities and work areas will be clearly marked, well lit and
protected from falling objects and material.
Where practicable a minimum of two accesses will be maintained to the work area to provide an
alternative escape route in the event of an emergency cutting off the primary access. Where safe
access cannot be provided by existing stairs and floors, alternative access will be provided by
access towers, scaffolding or ladders.
4.5.8 Security
Sufficient barricades (portable cyclone fence) will be erected to prevent accidental or
unauthorized entry to the site.
Safety warning signs stating that unauthorized persons are not to enter the site should be fixed in
positions where they will be readily visible to persons approaching the site. These signs will
bear the warning: "All Persons Entering Site Must Report To The Site Office" will be fixed in
positions where they will be readily visible to persons approaching the site. Clear direction signs
should be erected from the Report to Site Office signs to the site office .
4-7
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: I
Date: 11/99
When the workplace is unattended all access to the buildings should be secured. All cranes,
earthmoving machinery and mechanical equipment will be locked to prevent unauthorized use.
Oxygen/acetylene cutting gear and power tools are to be also secured safely from access. The
structures will be left in a safe and stable condition with particular attention to walls and roof
sheeting.
4.5.9 Confined Space Entry
There are no anticipated confined spaces for any of tasks associated with this project. This will be
re-evaluated as needed as the project progresses.
4.5.10 Adverse Weather Conditions
In the event of adverse weather conditions, the HSO will determine if work can continue without
endangering the health and safety of field workers. Some items to be considered before
determining if work should continue are:
• Potential for heat stress and heat-related injuries
• Potential for cold stress and cold-related injuries
• Treacherous weather-related working conditions
• Limited visibility
• Potential for electrical storms
• Wind gusts of 25 miles per hour or greater
4-8
•
•
•
4.6 Directions to Medical Assistance
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: I0/99
An emergency hospital route map and written directions to the Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
will be posted in the field trailer and maintained in field vehicles. Personnel will be informed of
the location of the map and the directions to the hospital during the initial safety meeting. The
hospital route map is provided in Figure 4.6-1. The written directions to the hospital are
provided in Figure 4.6-2.
4.6.1 Snakebite Injury
In the event of a snakebite injury, the following procedures will be followed.
Look for signs and symptoms such as the characteristic appearance of two small holes, usually
about a half-inch apart, with surrounding discoloration, swelling, and pain. Systemic signs (such
as, may or may not occur) include weakness, sweating, faintness, and signs of shock.
Provide treatment as follows:
1. Calm the victim and keep affected area still.
/
2. Contact ambulance if you cannot provide victim with transportation to the nearest
hospital.
3. Wash the wound.
4. Keep the affected area below the level of the heart if bite is on the arm or leg.
5. Treat for shock.
6. Monitor airway, breathing, and circulation.
7. Obtain physical description of snake, if possible .
4-9
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: 0
Date: I0/99
8. Provide the emergency medical responder (either the ambulance attendant or the
emergency room at the hospital) with all pertinent information such as how long ago the
bite occurred, the type of snake (if known), any known allergic conditions (if known), etc.
9. Inform the HSO as soon as possible.
4.6.2 Spider Bite Injury
The emergency treatment for the black widow spider bite is basic life support. Sometimes the
individual is not even aware of having been bitten, or where. Apply cold to the site of the bite if
it can be identified. There is a specific antivenin for this spider bite that must be administered by
a physician. It is particularly important to identify the spider, and bring it in, if you can.
The emergency treatment for the brown recluse spider is similar to that for the black widow
spider except that these bites need local surgical treatment. Spider bite victims should be
• brought to the hospital. Again, if possible, identification of the spider should be carried out.
4.7 Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency Contact Phone Number
Fire 911
Ambulance 911
Police 911
Cape Fear Valley Hospital 910-609-4000
National Response Center 1-800-424-8802
National Poison Control Center 1-800-382-9097
NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation 1-513-684-4382
Centers for Disease Control 1-404-452-4100
OSHA Technical Data Center 1-202-523-9700
OSHA Toll Free 1-800-321-6742
• 4-10
•
•
•
4.8 Dust Control and Suppression Measures
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 4
Revision: I
Date: 02/00
The following sections discuss dust control and dust suppression measures that will be utilized
during on-site activities that may cause dust emissions. These activities include building
demolition, soil/sediment excavation, and soil transportation and stockpiling.
4.8.1 Building Demolition and Soil Excavation Activities
Dust dispersion will be monitored continually downwind of the excavation and demolition
activities. A daily log will be kept of the measurements. The dust dispersion will be not exceed 5
mg/m3• Dust suppression, if needed, will be performed using a water truck provided by a local
equipment rental company. Dust monitoring will be performed during all demolition, clearing and
excavation activities. If particulate real time air monitoring exceeds the 5 mg/m3 dust level for 5
minutes or longer, the work causing the emission will cease until dust control measures are
adequately administered.
4.8.2 Soil Transportation and Stockpiling
Soil will be placed in the soil stockpile area such that contamination does not spread into the air,
water or uncontaminated soil. Soil stockpiles areas will be covered daily with 20-mil plastic.
However, when weather conditions are conducive to air drying soil reinforced woven 10-mil HOPE
liners will be used to facilitate stockpile management on active areas. The soil stockpile area will
be bermed to prevent run on and run off. The berms will be covered with 20-mil plastic sheeting to
protect them from erosion. To control dust emissions, the soil may be sprayed with a water mist
during movement from the dump trucks to the soil stockpile area. The water source will be either
from the municipal water supply, a water truck, or holding tank. Terra Kleen will be responsible
for the management of the soil stockpile area .
4-1 I
•
•
•
5.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund Site
Section: 5
Revision: 0
Date: I 0/99
All on-site personnel (Terra Kleen, Baker, GCI, and other contractors) will be adequately protected
against potential health and safety hazards at the jobsite. A sufficient and diverse inventory of all
safety equipment necessary to meet anticipated hazards will be available to all employees. On-site
personnel and site visitors will be instructed in the proper use of this equipment, including the
below listed items, before entry into the EZ is permitted.
5.1 PPE Selection
The primary chemical hazard at the site is the potential exposure to the process solvent (isopropyl
alcohol) and PCBs and dioxin/furans (Grid 37 /62) contaminated soil and dust particles. Based on
daily inspections and air monitoring, the HSO can recommend to Terra Kleen's Site Manager
changes in the levels of protection. Terra Kleen's Site Manager retains complete site authority .
Note that all site personnel are responsible for notifying the Terra Kleen's HSO of conditions that
may require increased levels of protection.
Protective ensembles are described below:
Work Activity Level of Protection
B C D+ D Other
Mobilization X
Excavation of Pilot Demonstration Test Soil X
Treatment Pad Construction X
Structure Demolition and Disposal X
Disposal of Debris, Transformers, Tanks, and X
Drums
Soil Treatment Plant Mobilization, Setup, and X
Checkout
Pilot Demonstration Testing X
5-l
• Work Activity
B
Soil/Sediment Excavation Equipment Mobilization
Site Security Fence Installation
Pre-Construction Site Survey
Soil/Sediment Excavation -Except Grid 37/62
Soil/Sediment Excavation -Grid 37/62
Soil Treatment Plant Demobilization
Treated Soil Backfilling
Torch Cutting
Site Restoration
5.1.1 Level D Protection
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 5
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Level of Protection
C D+ D Other
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
• At a minimum, all personnel on site will wear the following as noted:
• Hard hat (American National Standards Institute [ANSI) Z89.l)
• Protective work boots with steel toes (ANSI Z4 l. I)
• Safety glasses with side shields
• Ear plugs (if noise levels exceed 85 d.b.a., which is not expected to occur)
• Cotton/Leather gloves, as needed
5.1.2 Modified Level D Protection
At a minimum, all personnel within the EZ and the CRZ will wear the following as noted:
• Hard hat (American National Standards Institute [ANSI) Z89.l)
• Chemically protective work boots with steel toes (ANSI Z4 l. l)
• • Safety glasses with side shields, goggles, or face shields
5-2
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 5
Revision: 0
Date: 10199
NOTE: Safety glasses will be worn at all times in the EZ and CRZ unless there is a high potential
for chemical splashes at which time goggles or face shields should be used.
• Ear plugs (if noise levels exceed 85 d.b.a., which is not expected to occur)
• Nitrile gloves
• Chemically protective nitrile inner and outer gloves, as needed
NOTE: Selection of glove material is based on permeability and use of the gloves. Gloves that
have been exposed and are in danger of breakthrough will be removed from service.
5.1.3 Level C Protection
Level C protection (when required) will consist of modified Level D plus:
• Half-face, air-purifying respirators with HEPA cartridges for the demolition and torch
cutting activities
• Full-face-air-purifying respirators with organic vapors/HEPA cartridges if air monitoring
indicates an upgrade of protection
5.1.4 Level B Protection
Level B protection (when required) will consist of modified Level D plus:
• MSA supplied air respirator
• Tyvek®, Level B protective suit
5-3
•
•
•
5.2 Respiratory Protection Program
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 5
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
The following items are elements of the Terra Kleen Respiratory Protection Program:
• Medical approval is required for use of respirators.
• Fit testing will be conducted prior to respirator use.
NOTE: Qualitative fit testing using irritant smoke or banana oil will be performed for each
individual prior to site activities being initiated. The fit test will be conducted and
recorded by a trained individual. Once an individual has approved a respirator for use,
he/she may only use that specific respirator for protection under all normal
circumstances.
• Written procedures will be made available to personnel covering the use of respirators .
• Respirators will be inspected before each use and during post-use cleaning.
• Respirators will be cleaned and disinfected after each day's use, at a minimum.
• Respirators will be stored in a convenient, clean, and sanitary location.
• Respirators will be selected in accordance with OSHA and ANSI standards.
• Glasses will not be worn under full-face respirators if the proper seal cannot be established.
• In areas where the wearer, with failure of the respirator, could be overcome by a toxic or
oxygen deficient atmosphere, at least one additional worker will be present (the "buddy
system"). Communications between workers will be maintained, and the additional worker
5-4
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 5
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
will be positioned to be unaffected by any possible incident. He/she will have the proper
rescue equipment to be able to assist others.
• Use of a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) will be in conformance with 29 CFR
1910.134 covering air quality, inspections, record keeping, etc.
• There will be a regular evaluation of the Respiratory Protection Program to determine its
continued effectiveness .
5-5
•
•
•
6.0
6.1
DECONTAMINATION
Personnel Decontamination
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 6
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Personnel leaving the designated exclusion zone area will be thoroughly decontaminated. The
following protocol will be used for the decontamination stations according to levels of protection
assigned to remediation/demolition tasks (Note: levels of protection will be dependant on site
conditions and air monitoring results):
Level C Level D and D+
I. Equipment drop I. Equipment drop
2. Outer glove removal/disposal* 2. Glove removal and disposal (D+ )*
3. Respirator removal 3. Hand/face wash
4. Inner glove removal/disposal 4. Equipment wipe down
5. Hand/face wash
6. Respirator cleaning/sanitizing
7. Equipment wipe down
The following decontamination equipment is required for Level D+ and C protection levels for
the remediation activities:
• Disposable wipes*
• Contaminated clothing disposal bag
• Respirator cleaning solution
• Hand and face washing area
*Optional -depends on degree of contamination and type of PPE used. (Nitrite gloves must be
disposed of after sampling, cotton/leather gloves may be reused as appropriate).
Disposable protective clothing will be replaced as necessary. Work gloves and boots will be
cleaned, changed, or disposed, if necessary, at the end of the workday and at work breaks. Spent
materials will be placed in a container at a location to be designated by the HSO/altemate.
6-1
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 6
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
The CRZ established adjacent to the EZ, will include plastic-lined disposal containers, a detergent
wash, and potable water rinse. Workers must undergo decontamination by washing and/or disposal
of PPE prior to leaving the CRZ. No clothing or other protective equipment will be allowed off site
until cleaned and inspected by the HSO/altemate.
6.1.1 Washing Facilities
Washing facilities must be provided to employees in accordance with the requirements of 29
CFR 1926.S!(f). Water, soap, and clean towels are to be provided for this purpose. Where
showers are not provided, GCI must ensure that their employees wash their hands and faces at
the end of the work shift.
6.2 Effectiveness of Personnel Decontamination
The effectiveness of site decontamination methods will be evaluated by the HSO on a periodic
basis. This evaluation may include the observation of personnel decontamination, inspection of
respirators, and questioning site personnel. Additional measures may also be employed by the
HSO at his discretion.
6.3 Equipment Decontamination
Provisions for the decontamination of equipment will include a wipe down to remove any visible
debris .
6-2
•
•
•
6.4 Soil Treatment Plant
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 6
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Final decontamination of the Soil Treatment Plant will be conducted in accordance with Terra
Kleen's SOPs. All other equipment leaving the site will be cleaned in the CRZ by steam cleaning
or as directed by the HSO. All process equipment needing repair will be decontaminated prior to
servicing to prevent any personnel from exposure to toxic substances.
6.5 Disposal of Decontamination Wastes
All decontamination waste generated will be containerized, labeled, and stored on site per the Terra
Kleen's SOPs. Terra Kleen will be responsible for disposition of all residual wastes following
completion of Soil Treatment Plant operations .
6-3
•
•
•
7.0 AIR MONITORING AND TESTING
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: l0/99
Terra Kleen and/or Baker will conduct air monitoring to identify airborne levels of hazardous
substances during the Remedial Action Project. Air monitoring will be conducted in order to
characterize personnel exposures and fugitive emissions from site contaminants. Principal
contaminants of concern are listed in Section 3.3 of this HASP. The target compounds selected
for air monitoring purposes for this site include particulates and PCBs. Results of air monitoring
will be used to ensure the proper selection of protective clothing and equipment, including
respiratory protection, to protect on-site personnel and off-site receptors from exposure to
unacceptable levels of site contaminants. Air monitoring will be conducted during demolition,
soil excavation, staging activities, and soil treatment operations. Descriptions of air monitoring
strategies, procedures and equipment are provided below.
7.1 Personal Monitoring
Personal monitoring will be accomplished using real time monitoring instrumentation directed at
the breathing zone (BZ) and using sampling pumps and filter cassettes. The BZ is defined as the
area bordered by the outside of the shoulders and from the mid-chest to the top of the head, of
work party personnel. Breathing zone monitoring will be performed each time a reading is
taken at the point source (i.e., after breaking ground for soil sampling, etc.). The guidelines
below identify the protection levels required according to the concentrations measured using
each piece of equipment. The real-time instruments include a Photo-ionizing Detector (PID) and
a mini-ram. In addition, an oxygen/lower explosive meter (O2/LEL) will be available and used
on a as needed basis .
7-1
•
•
•
7.1.1 Direct Reading Air Monitoring
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonncr Superfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: I
Date: 02/00
During building demolition, soil excavation, transportation and staging activities direct reading air
monitoring will be performed in the EZ to determine exposure to workers. A PIO meter will be
used to monitor for toxic vapors. A mini-RAM will be used to monitor for air borne particulates.
The air monitoring will be conducted at the beginning of each new task where potential concern
exists. Monitoring (PIO and Mini-Ram) will initially be conducted continuously for each task in
question until an adequate baseline is accomplished (approximately 4 hours). If PIO monitoring
results are not greater than background, then monitoring can be reduced to periodic readings
(approximately every hour) unless site conditions change or other concerns become apparent. If
PIO levels are detected above background, the HSO will conduct continuous sampling until the
situation normalizes. If Mini-Ram readings remain less than I mg/m3 on the average, then
monitoring can be reduced to periodic readings (approximately every hour) unless site conditions
change or other concerns become apparent. If Mini-Ram readings are greater than I mg/m3, the
HSO will conduct continuous sampling until the situation normalizes.
A summary of air monitoring information is provided in the table below.
Monitoring Monitoring Monitoring Action Action
Device Location/ Frequency Level
Personnel
PIO EZ Excavation/ Periodic during <l meter units mu)* Level D
staging area excavation, 1-5 mu* Level C
Equipment transportation 5-50 mu* Stop Work
Operator (EO), and staging and Consult
Field Personnel activities HSO
Mini-Ram EZ Excavation/ Periodic during < 5.0 mg/m3 (TWA) Level D
(total dust) staging area EO, demolition,
Field Personnel excavation and 5.0 mg/m3 -
staging activities > 5.0 mg/m3 Level C
*Sustamed levels above background for 1 mmute or longer
7-2
•
•
•
7.1.2 Integrated Air Monitoring
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Integrated air sampling for personnel exposure characterization will be performed during soil
excavation, transportation and staging activities. Samples will be collected on the most at risk Field
Personnel and the Equipment Operator (EO). Sampling will be conducted for PCBs using NIOSH
Method 5503 and Respirable Particulate using NIOSH Method 0600, Issue 2. A summary of air
monitoring information is given in the Table below.
Monitoring Monitoring Monitoring Frequency Action Level Action
Device Location/
Personnel
Air Sampling Breathing Zone/ I Sample each worker; first 3 <0.5 mg/m' Level D
Pump (EO), Field days of soil excavation,
2'. 0.5 mg/m3 NIOSH 5503 Personnel continue sampling if PCBs Level C
(PCBs) are detected. Conduct once
per week if not detected to
verifv conditions are stable.
Air Sampling Breathing Zone/ I Sample each worker; first 3 <5.0 mg/m' Level D
Pump (EO), Field days of excavation, continue
NIOSH 0600 Personnel sampling if dust is detected
(Respirable above 5.0 mg/m3 .Conduct 2'. 5.0 mg/m3 Level C
Partculates) once per week if not detected
to verify conditions are
stable.
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Method 5503 (PCBs) and NIOSH
0600, Issue 2 (respirable particulate) monitoring will be conducted to detect concentrations of
PCBs and dust in ambient air. Specific flow rates and sampling media will be used to collect
these samples as outlined in the respective method. Refer to Attachment HASP-4 to review the
respective NIOSH methods for PCBs and Respirable Particulates.
One field blank will be included with each set of samples sent to the lab for analysis. Each
sampling pump will be calibrated with the representative sampler in line before and after the
sampling. The sample pump will be set at a known flow rate for up to 8 hours for a total sample
size that will represent Time Weighted Average (TWA) measurements.
7-3
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Samples will be collected on employees representative of each job classification involved with
potential PCB exposure. The samples will be representative of the full shift or duration of the
task. The monitoring will be conducted weekly thereafter to verify results are acceptable.
7.2 Point Source Monitoring
Point source monitoring, which is defined as monitoring performed at the source of the
sampling/investigative activity, will be required when stipulated by Terra Kleen and/or Baker
personnel. Instrumentation to be used may include a PIO. Point source monitoring which is
monitoring performed at the source of the demolition and decommissioning activity will comply
with the action levels outlined below. Instrumentation to be used will include a PIO,
oxygen/combustible gas meter, and air sampling cassettes .
PIO
7.3
• If detecting levels greater than background, immediately measure the BZ levels following
the action levels set forth in Section 7 .1.1.
• Note levels in both the point source area and breathing zone.
• Inform HSO and Site Manager of readings.
Perimeter Monitoring
A PIO and Miniram will be used to monitor the perimeter of the EZ as necessary to determine
safe areas during a work stoppage if concentrations meet the work stoppage criteria identified in
Section 7.1.1. Additionally, particulate and PCB samples will be periodically collected from the
perimeter to determine if additional dust control measures are required during demolition
activities .
7-4
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Supcrfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Two pumps will be set up down wind and one pump upwind outside of the designate EZ along
the perimeter to test for PCBs and particulates. In addition, a real-time air monitor (mini-ram)
will be used to test for dust levels. A PIO and Miniram will be used to collect and document
readings from various locations along the perimeter.
If the results obtained from the air sampling pumps (first three days of activity) are non-detect for
PCBs and less than 5 mg/m3 for dust then the sampling will be conducted every other week or
on a as needed basis. Whereas, the miniram will be used on daily bases to evaluate dust control
measures.
7.4 Equipment Maintenance and Calibration
Procedures for the return of equipment to inventory and for maintenance of the equipment shall
be followed in order to assure that the optimum level of operation is maintained for the item .
Equipment calibration under the direction of the HSO will be completed daily before use and
calibration information entered onto the equipment calibration form. All forms will be
maintained on site for the duration of the project with copies to be given to the Terra Kleen Site
Manager once the equipment has been returned to the office. Procedures for equipment
maintenance and calibration will follow those instructions found in the operating manual
provided by the manufacturer, which is included with each piece of equipment. These forms will
be placed in the project files upon completion of the field activities.
If equipment field checks indicate that any piece of equipment is operating incorrectly and field
repair cannot be made, the equipment will be immediately tagged and removed from service.
Replacement equipment will meet the same specifications for accuracy and sensitivity as the
equipment removed from service .
7-5
•
•
•
7.5 Monitoring Documentation
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
As environmental monitoring is performed, documentation of the results will be entered into the
field logbook of the HSO or other personnel performing the monitoring. Documentation will
include the date, time, instrument result, general location, and specific location, such as point
source, breathing zone, or area, and weather conditions during the monitoring time period.
Copies of the field logbook will be maintained on-site until the end of the field activities,
whereby the logbooks will become part of the permanent file.
7.6 Instrumentation
The following is a description of the air monitoring equipment to be used at this site.
7.6.1 Photoionization Detector (PID)
7.6.1.1 Calibration Method/Frequencies
The PID Model PI 10 I is designed for trace gas analysis in ambient air and will be calibrated
with certified standards of isobutylene.
A PID with a 10.2 eV lamp will be used at the sites. This lamp has been determined to be most
responsive to the contaminants on site. Optional probes containing lamps of 9.5 and 11.7 eV are
interchangeable in use within individual read-out assemblies for different applications.
7 .6.1.2 Preventative Maintenance
Maintenance of the PID Model PI 10 I consists of cleaning the lamp and ion chamber, and
replacement of the lamp or other component parts or sub-assemblies .
7-6
•
•
•
7.6.2 Portable Total Dust Monitor
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: I0/99
Real-Time Aerosol Monitor (Mini Ram Model PDM-3 and Model Prl00 Data Ram)
7.6.2.1 Principle of Operation:
Detection of light in the near infrared region back-scattered to a sensor (photovoltaic detector) by
airborne particulate in a sensing volume. The higher the dust concentration the more back-
scattering of light to the sensor, resulting in increased readings.
7.6.2.2 Calibration Methods/Frequencies:
The device calibrated at the factory against an air sampling filter/gravimetric analysis reference
method. There is no field calibration method or procedure for calibrating the mini-ram monitor.
However, it is recommended that the mini-ram monitor be re-zeroed once a week. During a zero
check, the sampled air passes through the purge air filter and dryer to effect a self-cleaning of the
optical chamber.
7.6.2.3 Preventative Maintenance:
Maintenance of the mini-ran consists of replacement of filters and desiccant; battery
replacement; and cleaning of the optical detection assembly.
7.6.3 Integrated Air Monitoring Program
Gilian Air Sampling Pump (or equivalent)
7-7
•
•
•
7.6.3.1 Principle of Operation:
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonncr Superfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
Air sampling pump is calibrated to draw a specified airflow rate (liters per minute) for a
designated period of time. Volume of air sampled is then calculated as follows:
Flow rate (liter/min.) x sample time (min.)= sample volume (liters)
A bubble meter is used to calibrate the air-sampling pumps. Each pump is equipped with a
rotameter that shows the flow rate during the sampling period. The pump is equipped with a
rechargeable battery for 8-hour average sampling times; must be recharged for at least 16 hours.
' Collection Media: glass fiber filter cassette with a florisil tube for PCBs and a cyclone with a
tared 5-µm PVC membrane for respirable particulate .
7.6.3.2 Calibration Methods/Frequencies:
Flow rate calibration can be accomplished by using primary standard soap and the Gilibrator
Calibrator ( or equivalent). The Gilibrator calibrator allows rapid flow rate determination with
direct read-out on the built-in display.
Connect the sampler to the calibrator, press the ON push button, and then push the plunger to
start a bubble up the flow cell. The flow rate is automatically calculated and shown on the
display. Subsequent readings are averaged with the previous readings. It is recommended that
calibration of the sampler be checked prior to the start of and after each sampling period .
7-8
•
•
•
7.6.3.3 Preventative Maintenance:
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 7
Revision: 0
Date: I 0/99
The Gilian air-sampling pump should not require special maintenance or adjustments under normal
conditions. However, as with all instruments, the sampling pump does require some basic care.
Basic maintenance of the pump consists of filter replacement, installing and removing battery
packs, storage conditions, and electronic control assembly .
7-9
•
•
•
8.0 TRAINING
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 8
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
All personnel entering any EZ · will satisfy the requirements of OSHA's regulation for Hazardous
Waste Operations and Emergency Response (29 CFR 1910.120). Terra Kleen personnel and
subcontractors will receive hazard communication training in accordance with OSHA regulations
(29 CFR 1910.1200) and Terra Kleen policy. In addition, all temporary personnel and site visitors
to site EZs must have the 40 hours of training described below and will receive a safety orientation
and briefing prior to entering any EZ. Site visitors to the site who do not enter the EZ, CRZ, or SZs
are not subject to this training.
In general, a minimum of 40 hours of training, and/or relevant experience, and three (3) days of
field experience under direct supervision covering the following topics, is required:
• Toxicology
• Hazard recognition
• Site characterization
• Use and limitations of personal protective equipment
• Respiratory protection
• Hazardous waste management
• Use of monitoring instrumentation
The HSO/alternate will have received at least eight hours of additional specialized training on
managing hazardous waste site operations. In addition, all site personnel will receive training on
every aspect of the HASP including a rehearsal of the Emergency Response Procedures. There will
be at least one person on-site at all times during Soil Treatment Plant operations that are certified in
first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation .
8-1
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Supcrfund Site
Section: 8
Revision: 0
Date: l0/99
Site safety meetings will be held before on-site remedial activities begin. Terra Kleen's HSO will
conduct weekly site safety meetings to discuss and provide training on the health and safety
procedures and considerations relevant to site operations or changing site conditions. These weekly
safety meetings are intended to reinforce previous training received and to ensure awareness of all
site hazards. Attendance at these meetings is mandatory for on-site personnel. Site safety meeting
attendees and meeting minutes will be recorded. Terra Kleen's HSO will maintain a file of these
records.
All personnel entering the site will review the HASP, including the SPCCC Plan. The HSO must
receive the signed acknowledgment forms prior to anyone entering any remediation areas .
8-2
•
•
•
9.0 INSPECTIONS
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 9
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
The HSO, or designated qualified representatives, will make regular and continuing inspections of
all facilities and operations within the scope of the contract. The Baker construction oversight
individual will conduct and document safety inspections with use of the checklist in Attachment
HASP-2.
Terra Kleen personnel will make periodic site safety and health inspections. These inspections will
include, but are not limited to, the following:
• General Order and Housekeeping: On a daily basis keep walkways and traffic areas clear.
Inspect general site conditions on a daily basis.
• Tools: Check for burrs, dull points, heads properly fitted on handles and if power driven,
that they are in good working order prior to use.
• Flammable and Combustible Materials: Inspect the site for proper placement or storage of
flammable and combustible materials on a weekly basis. Burning, welding, or other
fire-generating work will be performed only after inspections are made to ensure that no fire
hazard is present. Approval will be obtained by the HSO, the Site Manager, and the
appropriate client site representative.
• Fire Protection Devices: Portable fire extinguishers will be inspected with the inspection tag
initialed monthly. Weekly visual inspections of the fire extinguishers will also be
conducted.
• Noise: Noise control at the source is required, if feasible. Properly fitted ear protection will
be worn when noise levels cannot be controlled .
9-1
•
•
•
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 9
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
• General Conditions: Assure that personal protective equipment and clothing used is as
required on a daily basis. Check for proper lighting at all points. Inspect security fence and
barriers to ensure proper function on at least a weekly basis. Continually check that
physical hazards are controlled or removed.
• First-aid kits: The contents of the first-aid kits will be checked by the HSO at least weekly
to ensure that the expended items are replaced.
• Bloodbome pathogen kit: The contents of this kit at minimum will include the following:
antiseptic cleansing towelettes, dust masks, safety glasses, biohazard bag, protective gown,
biohazard labels, and latex gloves. This kit will be inspected weekly.
• Fall protection equipment: This equipment will be inspected before and after use as outlined
in Section 3 .2.11.
• Extension cords: Worn or frayed electrical cords must not be used. Extension cords must
not be fastened with staples, hung from nails, or suspended by wire. Extension cords are to
be inspected prior to each use.
• Chains and other rigging equipment: This equipment must be inspected prior to use and as
necessary during use. Defective gear will be removed from service.
• Check for Proper Ventilation and Dust Control on a daily basis during any heavy equipment
operations.
• Safety Showers: Functionally test safety shower/eyewash stations daily. Ensure access is
kept clear of obstructions .
9-2
•
•
•
10.0 MEDICAL MONITORING
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transformer Superfund Site
Section: 10
Revision: 0
Date: 10/99
The medical monitoring requirements will conform to the established Terra Kleen employee
medical surveillance policy. Personnel who are engaged in hazardous waste operations, or who are
or may be exposed to hazardous substances or health hazards, or who wear respirators for 30 days
or more a year are required to take baseline, periodic and exit .physical examinations. Personnel
who are temporarily assigned to fieldwork for a period of four or more weeks are required to take a
pre-assignment examination.
Medical examinations or consultations are available to all employees who may have been exposed
to hazardous substances at concentrations above the permissible exposure limits. Regular medical
surveillance examinations are to ensure that individuals working in the field are physically fit to
cope with the increased stress of working in the required personal protective equipment. They also
provide initial and ongoing medical data to help detect chemical exposure to toxic substances or to
harmful physical agents. The Terra Kleen HSO will enforce the medical monitoring program
requirements and carry out additional measures as necessary .
I 0-1
•
•
•
ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM
Health and Safety Plan
Carolina Transfonner Superfund Site
Section: 11
Revision: I
Date: 02/00
All site personnel are responsible for reading this Health and Safety Plan and being familiar
with their responsibilities and requirements. After completing this review, personnel must
sign below to acknowledge that they have read and understood the Health and Safety Plan.
Name
Terra Kleen Site Manager/ Alternate
Emergency Response Coordinator
Christopher Perkins
Terra Kleen Health and Safety Officer/
Emergency Response Coordinator
Juari Angel
Other Site Personnel:
Signature
I 1-I