NCD981927502_19960701_Geigy Chemical Corporation_FRBCERCLA SPD_Construction Health and Safety Plan-OCR

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Construction
Health and Safety Plan
for
Geigy Chemical Corporation Site
Aberdeen, North Carolina
Submitted to:
Geigy Chemical Corporation
Aberdeen, North Carolina
Submitted by:
OHM Remediation Services Corp.
Norcross, GA 30092
Prepared by:
Mark S. Wilson, CIH
Southeast District Health and Safety Manager
Approved by:
J. Angelo Liberatore, CIH
Southern Region Health and Safety Director
Project No. 18868
July 1996
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SITE SPECIFIC HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN ......................... 1-1
1.1 Description/History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.2 Scope of Work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
2.0 KEY PERSONNEL AND MANAGEMENT ............................. 2-1
2.1 Project Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2 Site Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.3 Site Safety Officer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.4 Certified Industrial Hygienist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.5 Employee Safety Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.6 Key Safety Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
3.0 JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS .......................................... 3-1
3.1 Chemical Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.2 Physical Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.3 Environmental Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
3.3.1 Heat Stress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
3.3.2 Biological Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
3.3.3 Project Hazard Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
3.4 Task Specific Risk Assessment/ Activity Hazard Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
4.0 WORK AND SUPPORT AREAS ..................................... 4-1
4. 1 Exclusion Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.2 Contamination-Reduction Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.3 Support Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.4 Site Control Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.5 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.6 Illumination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.7 Traffic Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
5.0 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ......................................... 5-1
5.1 Anticipated Protection Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5.2 Protection Level Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5.2.1 Level D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5.2.2 Modified Level D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5.2.3 Level C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5.2.4 Level B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.3 Supplied-Air Respirators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.4 Breathing Air Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.5 Air-Purifying Respirators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.6 Respirator Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.7 Cartridge Changes ............................................. 5-5
5.8 Inspection and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
5.9 Fit Testing ................................................... 5-5
5.10 Facial Hair ................................................... 5-5
5.11 Corrective Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
5.12 Contact Lenses ............................................... 5-5
5.13 Medical Certification .......................................... 5-6
5.14 Site-Specific Respiratory Protection Program ....................... 5-6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS -CONTINUED
6.0 DECONTAMINATION PLAN ....................................... 6-1
6.1 Personnel Decontamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.1.1 Suspected Contamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.1.2 Personal Hygiene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.2 Equipment Decontamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
7.0 AIR MONITORING PLAN .......................................... 7-1
7.1 Lower Explosive Limit/Oxygen Meter ............................. 7-1
7.2 Photoionization Detector (PIO) .................................. 7-2
7.3 Real-Time Aerosol Monitor (MINIRAM) ........................... 7-2
7.4 Air Sampling and Analysis ...................................... 7-2
7 .5 Air Monitoring Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
7.6 Calibration Requirements ....................................... 7-3
7.7 Air Monitoring Results ......................................... 7-3
7.8 Weather Station .............................................. 7-3
8.0 CONTINGENCY PLAN ............................................. 8-1
8.1 Pre-Emergency Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
8.2 Personnel Roles, Lines of Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
8.3 Emergency Recognition and Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
8.4 Site Security and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
8.5 Site Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
8.6 Personal Protective Equipment and Emergency Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
8.7 Emergency Alerting Procedures .................................. 8-2
8.8 Emergency Medical Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
8.8.1 First Aid Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
8.8.2 Meclical Emergency Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
8. 9 Fire Emergency Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
8 .10 Emergency Decontamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
8.11 General Site Evacuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
8.11.1 Safe Distance and Places of Refuge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
8.11.2 Evacuation Routes and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
8.12 Response Follow-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
9.0 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS ....................................... 9-1
10.0 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM ............................. 10-1
APPENDICES
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D
Appendix E
Material Safety Data Sheets
Specific OHM Health and Safety Procedures
Safety Plan Acknowledgement
Health and Safety Forms
Facility Site Layout
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1.0 SITE SPECIFIC HEAL TH AND SAFETY PLAN
This Construction Health and Safety Plan (CHSP) has been developed for the Geigy
Chemical Corporation site at Aberdeen, North Carolina. The work to be performed is
based on the Record of Decision (ROD) signed by the U. S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) on August 27, 1992.
This CHSP documents the policies and procedures which protect workers and the public
from potential hazards posed by work at this site. OHM considers safety the highest prior-
ity during work at a site containing potentially hazardous materials and has established a
goal of zero accidents for all projects. All projects will be conducted in a manner which
minimizes the probability of injury, accident, or incident occurrence. This CHSP is a key
element in the proper planning of project work which is necessary to assure the goal of zero
accidents. The CHSP Certification (Appendix C) will be signed by all OHM employees and
their subcontractors who actively participate at this project.
Although this plan focuses on the specific work activities planned for this site, it must
remain flexible because of the nature of this work. Conditions may change and unforeseen
situations may arise that require deviations from the original plan. This flexibility allows
modification by the OHM supervisors and health and safety officials with approval from
the project CJH.
This plan has been prepared in accordance with OSHA's "Hazardous Waste Operations
and Emergency Response" standard contained in 29 CFR 1910.120.
1.1 DESCRIPTION/HISTORY
The Site was operated as a pesticide blending and formulation facility by various operators·
form approximately 1947 to 1967 and by retail distributors of agricultural chemicals from
1968 to 1989. The pesticides DDT, toxaphene, and BHC were received in bulk at the Site,
blended with clay and other inert materials, repackaged, and sold. Pesticides were not
manufactured at the Site but were formulated by dry mixing into a product suitable for
local consumer use. During normal formulation activities, there were occasional incidental
losses to the Site soils.
The former area of active use at the Site comprised approximately one acre. This area,
referred to herein as the facility property, is vacant and bounded by Highway 211 to the
north, the Aberdeen & Rockfish Railroad to the south, and the Allred property to the east.
The property contains partial concrete foundations from two former warehouses, a small
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scale house, a concrete tank pad, storage tanks for purge water, and a decontamination
pad.
Approximately 3071 tons of contaminated soil and 460 tons of debris have been removed
from the site and properly treated or disposed. All on-site facilities (except for the scale
house) have been demolished. A portion of the concrete pads under the former warehouses
remain at the site. currently, the Site is unoccupied, posted and fenced. The site map
showing work zones, site access and safety barriers is located in Figure 1.
1.2 SCOPE OF WORK
The main work objective is water treatment and to remove the following materials of
concern at the site, including the following:
• Contaminated soil
• Building demolition
To accomplish the above work objectives, the times-critical removal action for this site
includes the following activities:
• Task 1 -Mobilization and Site Preparation
• Task 2 -Construction and Maintenance of Access Roads
• Task 3 -Clearing and Grubbing
• Task 4 -Erosion/Storm water Control
• Task 5 -Excavate Contaminated Soils and Stockpile
• Task 6 -Demolish Foundations and Scale House and Stockpile
• Task 7 -Construct Stockpile Areas for Excavated Soils and Debris
• Task 8 -Demolition Debris Segregation, Transportation and Disposal
• Task 9 -Backfill Excavated Areas
• Task 10 -Revegetate
• Task 11 -Drill and Complete Extraction, Monitoring Wells, and Piezometers
• Task 12 -Install Concrete Foundations, Walls, Floors, Stairs and Ramps-Treatment
Building
• Task 13 -Install Metal Building-Doors and Frames
• Task 14 -Trenching and Piping Installation
• Task 15 -Installation of Power, Control and Associated Electrical Equipment
• Task 16 -Equipment Installation and Plumbing
• Task 17 -System Start-Up and Testing
• Task 18 -System Operation and Maintenance
• Task 19 -Collect Water Samples
• Task 20 -Construct Infiltration Gallery
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• Task 21 -Place Liner in Infiltration Gallery
• Task 22 -Decontaminate Equipment
• Task 23 -Demobilization
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2.0 KEY PERSONNEL AND MANAGEMENT
The Project Manager (PM), Site Supervisor (SS), Project Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
and Site Safety Officer (SSO) are responsible for formulating and enforcing health and
safety requirements, and implementing the CHSP.
2.1 PROJECT MANAGER
The PM has the overall responsibility for the project and to assure that the goals of the
construction remedial action are attained in a manner consistent with the CHSP
requirements. The PM will coordinate with the SS and the SSO to assure that the remedial
action goals are completed in a manner consistent with the CHSP. The PM will identify
contacts and telephone numbers of local health care providers, and other agencies that may
be asked to provide emergency support during project activities.
2.2 SITE SUPERVISOR
The SS is responsible for field implementation of the CHSP. The SS will coordinate with the
SSO to establish communications with local health care providers, and other outside
organizations and agencies that may be asked to provide emergency support during project
activities. The SS will be the main contact in any on-site emergency situation. The SS will
conduct periodic inspection of the work site to confirm compliance with all health and
safety requirements. The SS is also responsible for coordinating remedial actions for all
deficiencies and for enforcing the site specific health and safety procedures (included in
Appendix B).
2.3 SITE SAFETY OFFICER
The SSO has responsibility for administering the CHSP relative to site activities, and will be
in the field full-time while site activities are in progress. The SSO's primary operational
responsibilities include personal and environmental monitoring, coordination of job safety
analyses, personal protective equipment maintenance, and assignment of protection levels.
The SSO will direct all field activities involved with safety and is authorized to stop work
when an imminent health or safety risk exists. The SSO is responsible for assuring that all
on-site personnel understand all safety requirements.
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2.4 PROJECT CERTIFIED INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST
The Project ClH is responsible for the contents of the CHSP and ensures that the CHSP
complies with all federal, state and local health and safety requirements. If necessary, the
ClH can modify specific aspects of the CHSP to adjust for on~site changes that affect
safety. The ClH will coordinate with the SSO on all modifications to the CHSP and will be
available for consultation when required. The CIH will not necessarily be on site during
OHM activities; however, he may perform site safety audits to confirm field compliance
with the CHSP.
2.5 EMPLOYEE SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY
Each employee is responsible for personal safety as well as the safety of others in the area.
The employee will use all equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner as directed
by the SS. All OHM personnel will follow the policies set forth in OHM's Health and
Safety Procedures Manual, with particular emphasis on the OHM "Cardinal Safety Rules"
which will be maintained on-site by the site safety officer. Specific health and safety
procedures applicable to this project are provided in Appendix B of this plan.
2.6 KEY SAFETY PERSONNEL
The following individuals share responsibility for health and safety at the site.
Project Manager
Site Supervisor
Site Safety Officer
Health and Safety
Manager /Project CIH
Health and Safety
Director
Vice President, Health
and Safety
Geigy Chemical Corporation Site
Kent Geis
[phone]
Ty Parish [phone]
TBD
Mark Wilson
(770) 7ci4-8086
J. Angelo Liberatore, CIH
[phone] (office)
1-800-999-6710 PIN 997-6102 (pager)
Fred Halvorsen, Ph.D., PE, CIH
800-231-7031 (office)
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3.0 JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS
This section outlines the potential chemical and physical hazards which workers may be
exposed to during work on this project. Table 3.1 lists significant contaminants and
concentrations identified at the site and their respective published occupational exposure
limits. The OSHA permissible exposure limits (PE Ls) and the ACGIH threshold limit
values (TL Vs) were reviewed for these contaminants, evaluated, and the more stringent
value of the two selected as exposure guidelines. An MSDS list is included in Appendix A.
3.1 CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Contaminant Concentrationa Exposure Limitb IDLH, Symptoms and Effects of Exposure PIP
(eV)d
DDT 36mg/kg 0.Smg/m3 500 Paresthesia of tongue, lips, hand, and UK
mg/m3 face; tremors; dizziness; confusion;
Ca headache; fatigue; convulsions; eye and
skin irritation; vomiting
Chlordane 1.7mg/kg 0.Smg/m3 100 Blurred vision, confusion, ataxia, NA
mg/m3 delirium, coughing, abdominal pain,
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, irritability,
tremors
DDD 7.3mg/kg NL/Ca NL Confirmed carcinogen with NA
experimental carcinogenic,
neoplastigenic, and tumorigenic data
DDE 4.8mg/kg NL/Ca NL Confirmed carcinogen with NA
experimental carcinogenic,
neoplastigenic, and tumorigenic data
Total BHC 28.3mg/kg 0.Smg/m3 NL Stupor, headache, nausea, dizziness, NA
vomiting, sweating
Dieldrin 0.5 mg/kg 0.25mg/m3 50 Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, NA
Ca mg/m3 swe.ating
Toxaphene 110 mg/kg 0.Smg/m3 200 Nause.a, confusion, agitation, tremors, NA
Ca mg/m, convulsions, dry and red skin
ootnote.
a: Specify sample-designation and media: SB (Soil Boring), A (Air), D (Drums), GW (Groundwater), L (Lagoon),
TK (Tank), 55 (Surface Soil), SL (Sludge), SW (Surface Water)
b: Appropriate value of PEL, REL or TLV listed
c: IDLH = immediately dangerous to life and health (units are the same as specified ''Exposure Limit" units for
that contaminant); NL= No limit found in reference materials; CA= Potential occupational carcinogen
d: PIP= photoionization patential; NA= Not applicable; UK= Unknown
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Personnel will be removed from the work site and placed under observation immediately if
the following symptoms occur:
• Dizziness or stupor
• Nausea, headaches, or cramps
• Irritation of the eyes, nose, or throat
• Euphoria
• Chest pains and coughing
• Rashes or bums
3.2 PHYSICAL HAZARDS
There are numerous physical hazards associated with this project which, if not identified
and addressed, could present operational problems as well as cause accidents and
personal injury to the work force. Hazard identification and mitigation, training, adherence
to work rules and careful housekeeping can prevent many problems or accidents arising
from physical hazards. The following outlines the major physical hazards and the
suggested preventative measures to be followed during this project:
• Heavy and Bulky Loads
Intelligent thought shall be exercised before heavy and bulky loads are lifted or
handled manually by personnel. Mechanical equipment such as fork-lifts, wheel
barrows, hand-trucks, loaders, and cranes shall be utilized when possible and
needed. Note: Back injuries are real, debilitating, unproductive, and costly to
both employees and employers, and sometime permanent. Back injury
prevention must be given high priority on all project sites. If you think the load
you are about to lift is too heavy or bulky, it probably is! Get help or utilize
mechanical equipment.
• Hoisting Accidents
Employees can have suspended loads dropped on them, be caught behind a load
and a stationary object, or be crushed or struck by the counterweight. All hoisting
will be done by qualified personnel only after safety checks are made of chokes and
cables. In addition, no hoisting will take place without a designated signal man
present.
• Heavy Equipment
Heavy construction equipment operators present construction safety hazards to
operating and ground personnel. OHM has safe operating procedures (SOPs) for
the use of heavy construction equipment. Only trained and qualified operators are
authorized to operate heavy construction equipment. The operator is responsible
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for performing daily equipment inspections on their equipment to identify, take out
of service, and correct any equipment defects of non-functioning safety devices that
would render the equipment unsafe to operate. Standard safety devices and
equipment required to be inspected and functional during use includes:
• Seat belts,
• Safety glass in enclosed cab,
• Braking system,
• Back-up alarms,
• Portable fire extinguisher,
• Hom,
• Tires, and
• Steering and hydraulic systems.
Operators are required to wear seat-belts when operating equipment and are
responsible for the location of ground personnel in their work area. The turning
radius of trackhoes is guarded to prevent contact between the equipment
counterweight and ground personnel.
• Flame, Heat or Spark Producing Operations
Because of the possibilities of flammable materials being present at this site, flame,
heat, or spark producing operations will be limited. If a case arises where hot work
is necessary, OHM will follow the hot work procedures and permit detailed in the
appendix.
• High Pressure Washing
Washing or cleaning certain pieces of equipment may require the use of high pressure
washers referred to as lasers. These devices can be hazardous if not used properly.
Refer to SOP No. 30 in Appendix B for specific laser safety instructions.
• Small Quantity Flammable Liquids
Small quantities of flammable liquids will be stored in "safety"cans and labeled
according to contents.
• Electrical Hazards
Overhead power lines, downed electrical wires, and buried cables all pose a danger
of shock or electrocution if workers contact or sever them during site operations.
Electrical equipment used on-site may also pose a hazard to workers. To help
minimize this hazard, low-voltage equipment with ground-fault interrupters and
water-tight, corrosion-resistant, connecting cables will be used on-site. In addition,
lightning is a hazard during outdoor operations, particularly for workers handling
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metal containers or equipment. To eliminate this hazard, weather conditions will be
monitored and work will be suspended during electrical storms. An additional
electrical hazard involves capacitors that may retain a charge. All such items will be
properly grounded before handling. OSHA's standard 29 CFR Part 1910.137
describes clothing and equipment for protection against electrical hazards.
Electrical devices and equipment must be de-energized prior to working near them.
All extension cords must be kept out of water, protected from crushing, and
inspected regularly to ensure structural integrity. Temporary electrical circuits must
be protected with ground fault interrupters. Only qualified electricians are
authorized to work on electrical circuits.
All outdoor extension cords must be rated "hard" or "extra hard" usage. All
electrical work will be performed within the OHM Lockout/Tagout SOP No. 27.
• Slip/frip/Fall Hazards
Some areas may have wet surfaces which will greatly increase the possibility of
inadvertent slips. Caution must be exercised when using steps and stairs due to
slippery surfaces in conjunction with fall hazards. Good housekeeping practices are
essential to minimize the trip hazards.
• Confined Spaces
Some activities may require personnel to enter spaces which may be confined and
have other associated physical and chemical hazards. Whenever confined space
entry is necessary, a confined space permit shall be completed and confined space
entry procedures must be followed before personnel begin work. See Appendix B
SOP No. 24 for more information.
• Ground Personnel
All ground personnel should be constantly aware of the possibility of slips, trips,
and falls due to poor and possibly slippery footing in the work areas. Before
crossing either in front of or behind a piece of heavy equipment, ground personnel
will signal the equipment operator and receive confirmation before moving.
• Stairs and Ladders
Access to high places will be provided by approved ladders and stairs in
accordance with ANSI 14.1-3. Stairs and platforms will be constructed in
compliance with OSHA regulations.
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• Excavations and Trenching
Excavations and trenching present a special risk to workers due to the hazard of
trench wall collapse. If any OHM personnel must enter excavations 5 feet in depth
or greater, the sides of the excavation will be sloped 1-1/2:1 (horizontal:verticai) or
shored in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.650 through 652.
• Pumping Equipment
Various types of pumps may be used for the removal of materials from ditches. The
handling of pressurized hoses that could rupture and violently release liquid
materials to the work area will be controlled by inspecting all hose fittings for secure
connections [all OPW (camlock) and fittings must be secured with the wire]. All
employees must wear splash gear including splash shields when moving or
disconnecting pumps and hoses.
• Noise
Work around large equipment often creates excessive noise. The effects of noise can
include:
Workers being startled, annoyed, or distracted.
-Physical damage to the ear, pain, or temporary and/ or permanent hearing loss.
-Communication interference that may increase potential hazards due to the
inability to warn of danger and the proper safety precautions to be taken.
If employees are not able to hear normal conversation without shouting, noise
levels exceeding 85 dBA are likely and hearing protection is required to be worn.
The use of portable power tools and the operation of certain heavy construction
equipment (i.e. bulldozers), requires mandatory use of hearing protection. OHM
maintains ari effective hearing conservation program as described in OSHA
Regulation 29 CFR Part 1910.95.
-Noise levels at site boundaries are not to exceed 80 dBa due to our activities.
All OHM personnel are familiar with the field activities which will be conducted at the site.
They are trained to work safely under various field conditions. In addition, the SS will
observe the general work practices of each crew member and equipment operator, and
enforce safe procedures to minimize physical hazards. Also, hard hats, safety glasses, and
safety boots will be required in all areas of the site. Specific health and safety SOPs that
apply to site remedial operations procedures are included in Appendix B.
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3.3 ENVIRONMENT AL HAZARDS
Environmental factors such as weather, wild animals, insects, and irritant plants pose a
hazard when performing outdoor work. The SSO and SS will take all necessary measures
to alleviate these hazards should they arise.
3.3.1 Heat Stress
The combination of warm ambient temperature and protective clothing result in the
potential for heat stress. Heat stress disorders include:
• Heat rash
• Heat cramps
• Heat exhaustion
• Heat stroke
Heat stress prevention is outlined in procedure No. 22 of the OHM Corp. Health and
Safety Procedures manual. This information will be reviewed during safety meetings.
Workers will be encouraged to increase consumption of water and electrolyte-containing
beverages (eg, Gatorade).
The following is a summary of the signs and symptoms of heat stress disorders.
• Heat rash -characteristic rash which may develop on the skin in areas which may
be chapped by clothing. Frequent clothing changes help to prevent chapping from
contact with wet clothes.
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Heat cramps -caused by heavy sweating and inadequate electrolyte replacement.
Provide frequent breaks with fluid replacement. Cramps are usually relieved when
victim is moved to a cool resting place and provided fluids every 15 minutes for
approximately 1 hour. Symptoms include:
-Muscle spasms
-Pain in the hands, feet, abdomen
Heat exhaustion -caused by increased stress of various body organs including
inadequate blood circulation due to cardiovascular insufficiency or dehydration.
Immediately remove the victim from the hot environment and provide rest while
lying the victim down with feet elevated, and care for shock. Attempt to cool the
victim by fanning or applying wet towels. Provide fluid replacement every 15
minutes and refer for medical evaluation if not improved within 30 minutes.
Symptoms include:
Pale, cool, moist skin
Heavy sweating
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Dizziness
Nausea
Fainting
• Heat stroke -temperature regulation fails and the body" core temperature rises to
critical levels. Immediate action must be taken to cool the body. Competent
medical care must be obtained immediately since this is a life threatening disorder.
Symptoms include:
Hot, dry skin, usually red, mottled or cyanotic
104 • temperature
Confusion, dizziness
Loss of consciousness
Convulsions
Strong, rapid pulse
It is recommended that workers break at least every two hours for 10 to 15 minute rest
periods when temperatures rise above 72.5 degrees F and protective clothing is worn.
Ambient temperatures will be determined from a Hg/ glass thermometer shielded from
radiant heat. In addition, workers are encouraged to take rests whenever they feel any
adverse effects that may be heat-related. The frequency of breaks may need to be increased
upon worker recommendation to the SSO and SS. Heat stress can be prevented by assuring
an adequate work/rest schedule; guidelines are printed below.
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE LEVEL D PPE LEVEL C PPE/
MODIFIED LEVEL D
90" For above After 45 minutes of work After 15 minutes of work
87.5 F-90 F After 60 minutes of work After 30 minutes of work
82.5-87.5 F After 90 minutes of work After 60 minutes of work
77.5-82.5 F ' After 120 minutes of work After 90 minutes of work
72.5-77.5 F After 150 minutes of work After 120 minutes of work
The work/rest schedule can be calculated based on heat stress monitoring results.
Monitoring consists of taking the radial pulse of a worker for 30 seconds immediately after
exiting the work area. If the heart rate exceeds 110 beats per minute at the beginning of the
rest period, shorten the next work cycle by 1 /3 and keep the rest period the same. If the
heart rate still exceeds 110 beats per minute at the next rest period, decrease the work
period by 1 /3. The initial rest period should be at least 10 minutes.
Monitoring for heat stress will begin when the ambient temperature reaches or exceeds 70
degrees Fahrenheit when wearing Level C PPE, or 80 degrees Fahrenheit for site activities
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performed in Level D. Monitoring will include pulse rate, weight loss, oral temperature and
signs and symptoms of heat stress. The employees radial pulse will be monitored for 30
seconds to determine heart rate. When monitored, oral temperatures (OT) will be obtained
utilizing a clinical thermometer or equivalent. If the employees' OT exceeds 99.6 °F, the
work period will be reduced by 1 /3. If after this work period, the oral temperature still
exceeds 99.6°F, the work period will again be shortened by 1/3. If the employee's OT
exceeds 100.6 °F, the employee will not be permitted to wear PPE. See Procedure 22 Health
and Safety Procedures Manual.
3.3.2 Biological Hazards
• Poison Ivy (Rhus Radicans)
Poison Ivy may be found at the site. It is highly recommended that all personnel
entering into an area with poison ivy wear a minimum of a tyvek coverall, to avoid
skin contact.
The majority of skin reactions following contact with offending plants are allergic in
nature and characterized by:
• General symptoms of headache and fever
• Itching
• Redness
• A rash
Some of the most common and most severe allergic reactions result from contact
with plants of the poison ivy group, including poison oak and poison sumac. Such
plants produce severe rash characterized by redness, blisters, swelling, and intense
burning and itching. The victim may develop a high fever and feel very ill.
Ordinarily, the rash begins within a few hours after exposure, but may be delayed
24 to 48 hours.
Distinguishing Features of Poison Ivy Group Plants
The most distinctive features of puison ivy and poison oak are their leaves, which
are composed of three leaflets each. Both plant8 have greenish-white flowers and
berries that grow in clusters.
First Aid
a. Remove contaminated clothing; wash all exposed areas thoroughly with soap
and water, followed by rubbing alcohol.
b. Apply calamine or other soothing lotion if rash is mild.
c. Seek medical advice if a severe reaction occurs, or if there is a known history of
previous sensitivity.
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• Ticks
Heavily vegetated areas of a site may have ticks. It is highly recommended that all
personnel walking through such areas wear a tyvek coverall and latex boot covers
taped at all joints. The ticks will stand out against the light colors. A tick or insect
repellent containing DEET is recommended.
Ticks can transmit several diseases, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever, a
disease that occurs in the eastern portion of the United States as well as the western
portion, and Lyme disease. Ticks adhere tenaciously to the skin or scalp. There is
some evidence that the longer an infected tick remains attached, the greater is the
chance that it will transmit disease.
First Aid
a. Cover the tick with heavy oil (mineral, salad, or machine) to close its breathing
pores. The tick may disengage at once; if not, allow oil to remain in place for a
half hour. Carefully (slowly and gently) remove the tick with tweezers, taking
care that all parts are removed.
b. With soap and water, thoroughly, but gently, scrub the area from which the tick
has been removed, because disease germs may be present on the skin; also wipe
the bite area with an antiseptic. Although use of tweezers for the removal of the
tick and application of heat to the tick's body often have been attempted, these
methods may leave tick parts in the wound or may injure the skin.
c. If you have been bitten, place the tick in a jar labeled with the date, location of
the bite, and the location acquired. If any symptom appears, such as an
expanding red rash, contact a physician immediately.
• Lyme Disease
Lyme disease may cause a number of medical conditions, including arthritis, that
can be treated if you recognize the symptoms early and see your doctor. Early signs
may include a flu-like illness, an expanding skin rash and joint pain. If left
untreated, Lyme disease can cause serious nerve and heart problems as well as a
disabling type of arthritis.
You are more likely to spot early signs of Lyme disease rather than see the tick or its
bite. This is because the tick is so small (about the size of the head of a common pin
or a period on this page and a little larger after they fill with blood), you may miss it
or signs of a bite. However, it is also easy to miss the early symptoms of Lyme
disease.
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In its early stage, Lyme disease may be a mild illness with symptoms like the flu. It
can include a stiff neck, chills, fever, sore throat, headache, fatigue, and joint pain.
But this flu-like illness is usually out of season, commonly happening between May
and October when ticks bite.
Most people develop a large, expanding skin rash around the area of the bite. Some
people may get more than one rash. The rash may feel hot to the touch and may be
painful. Rashes vary in size, shape, and color, but often look like a red ring with a
clear center. The outer edges expand in size. Its easy to miss the rash and the
connection between the rash and the tick bite. The rash develops from three days to
as long as a month after the tick bite. Almost one third of those with Lyme disease
never get the rash.
Joint or muscle pain may be another early sign of Lyme disease. These aches and
pains may be easy to confuse with the pain that comes from other types of arthritis.
However, unlike many other types of arthritis, this pain seems to move or travel
from joint to joint.
In later stages, Lyme disease may be confused with other medical problems. These
problems can develop months to years after the first tick bite.
Early treatment of Lyme disease symptoms with antibiotics can prevent the more
serious medical problems of later stages. If you suspect that you have symptoms of
Lyme disease, notify the SS or SSO; or if you have demobilized from the project site,
contact your doctor.
Lyme disease can cause problems with the nervous system that look like other
diseases. These include symptoms of stiff neck, severe headache, and fatigue usually
linked to meningitis. They may also include pain and drooping of the muscles on the
face, called Bell's Palsy. Lyme disease can also mimic symptoms of multiple
sclerosis or other types of paralysis.
Lyme disease can cause serious but reversible heart problems, such as irregular heart
beat. Finally, Lyme disease can result in a disabling, chronic type of arthritis that
most often affects the knees. Treatment is more difficult and less successful in later
stages. Researchers think these more serious problems may be linked to how the
body's defense or immune system responds to the infection.
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• Snake bites
Areas of the site have a potential for snakes, which may be poisonous. All personnel
should give all snakes space to leave the area and never try to capture the snakes.
All snake bites must be reported and treated
3.3.3 Project Hazard Communication
The purpose of hazard communication (Employee Right-to-Know) is to ensure that the
hazards of all chemicals located at this field project site are transmitted (communicated)
according to 29 CFR 1926.59 to all OHM personnel and OHM subcontractors.
• Container Labeling
OHM personnel will ensure that all drums and containers are labeled according to
contents. These drums and containers will include those from manufacturers and
those produced on site by operations. All incoming and outgoing labels shall be
checked for identity, hazard warning, and name and address of responsible party.
• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
There will be an MSDS located on site for each hazardous chemical known to be
used on site. All MSDSs will be located in Appendix A of the CHSP. The site
safety plan can be found in the project office trailer.
• Employee Information and Training
Training employees on chemical hazards is accomplished through on ongoing
corporate training program. Additionally, chemical hazards are communicated to
employees through daily safety meetings held at OHM field projects and by an
initial site orientation program.
At a minimum, OHM and related subcontractor employees will be instructed on the
following:
• Chemicals and their hazards in the work area
• How to prevent exposure to these hazardous chemicals
• What the company has done to prevent workers' exposure to these chemicals
• Procedures to follow if they are exposed to these chemicals
• How to read and interpret labels and MSDSs for hazardous substances found on
OHM sites
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• Emergency spill procedures
• Proper storage and labeling
Before any new hazardous chemical is introduced on site, each OHM and related
subcontractor employee will be given information in the same manner as during the safety
meeting. The site supervisor will be responsible for seeing that the MSDS on the new
chemical is available for review by on site personnel. The information pertinent to the
chemical hazards will be communicated to project personnel.
Morning safety meetings will be held and the hazardous materials used on site will be
discussed. Attendance is mandatory for all on site employees.
Refer to Appendix A of the site safety plan to find a list of hazardous chemicals
anticipated to be brought to the site and the corresponding MSDSs for these chemicals.
3.4 TASK-SPECIFIC RISK ASSESSMENT/ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS
Prior to beginning each major phase of work, an activity hazard analysis will be performed.
The analysis will identify the activity being performed, the specific hazards anticipated and
the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable
level. The following Task-Specific Risk Assessment/ Activity Hazard Analysis identifies
the major project phases and anticipated hazards to be encountered and control measures
that will be instituted during the execution of the scope of work.
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Task 1 -Site vrmaration an d mobilization
Principle Steps
Set-up work zones and support facilities, decontamination trailer, and office; construct
decontamination facilities and process equipment staging pads, portable scales
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Manual lifting and material 1) The rated lifting capacity cannot be exceeded
handling hazards 1) Forklifts must tiave open ~uards
1) All operators must be tramed
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an approved
safety platform
1) Follow OHM SOP for Powered Industrial Trucks (No. 32)
1) Emtloyees will make certain the load can be safely lifted
1) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
1) Prorcer lifti~ techniques will be utilized
1) Fol ow OH SOP for Personnel Lifting Safe7i (No. 33)
1) Follow procedures on MSDS when handling pouring concrete
2) Electrical hazards 2) Electrical work will only be performed by approved
electricians
2) No electrical work should be done on an energized
circuit/circuit must be tested
2) Hand tools must be forounded or double insulated
2) Follow OHM SOP or Lockout/Tagout (No. 27)
2) GFI must be used
2) Follow OHM SOP for Electrical Safety (No. 32)
3) Slips, trips, and falls 3) Tools and debris must be picked up
3) ~ills will be cleaned uE. immediately 3) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on eq_uipment not designed as
walking surfaces
3) Follow OHM SOP for Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
4) Heavy construction equipment 4) Personnel a~roaching heavy equipment will make eye contact
traffic and use and signal t e operator to cease activity 4) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an approved
safety platform
4) Personnel shall be co~nizant of the boom swing area and stay
clear. Do not suspen or travel with load over ground
~ersonnel. 4) eavy ctWtment shall have fully functionin~ safe~ devices 4) Follow SOP for Equipment Inspection No. 1)
5) Overhead electrical utility hazards 5) Maintain IS.foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities ' 6) Portable power tool hazard 6) All hand tools and power tools shall be in good repair
6) When working, overhead tools will be secured when not in use
6) Tools cannot oe thrown or dropped from hei~hts
6) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment and Hand ools (No. 41)
7) Underground utility hazards 7) Locate all buried utilities and pipelines prior to initiating
excavation/ grading operations.
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Task 2 -Construction and Maintenance of Access Roads
Principle Steps
Site clearing and grubbing, leveling of subgrade and fill, final grading of road base
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Slips, trips, and falls 1) Tools and debris must be picked up
1) ~ills will be deaned u& immediately 1) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walkinfc surfaces
1) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
2) Exposure to hazardous materials 2) Follow this CHSP, Section 3.1 and 5.2
3) Manual lifting and material handling 3) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards f'.nproved safetr platform 3) mtloyees wil make certain the load can be safely lifted
3) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
3) Proc;_r lifti~ techniques will be utilized
3) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
4) Heavy equipment operating hazards 4) Personnel iproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
4) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
iproved safe?; platform
4) ersonncl shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
~rsonnel. 4) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
4) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
5) Vehicular safety hazard 5) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
5) Seat belts must be worn while dri~
5) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 5) allow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
6) Noise 6) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
6) Personnel will wear hearinp protection above 85 dBa
6) Personnel will be included m a hearing conservation
program
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Principle Steps
Set up brush hog and tractor; use of chainsaws and control migration of sediment
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Slips, trips, and falls 1) Tools and debris must be picked up
1) n;ills will be cleaned ufir. immediately
1) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walk.in~ surfaces
1) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
2) Exposure to hazardous materials 2) Follow this CHSP, Section 3.1 and 5.2
3) Flammable liquids 3) Spills will be cleaned up immediately
3) ~proved safety can must be used
3) o smoking signs are required in storage and fueling areas
3) Suitable storage area must be designatea on temporary job
sites
3) Follow OHM SOP for Solvents and Flammable Liquids
(No. 39)
4) Chainsaw cutting hazard 4) Provide trainin\and wear chainsaw chap, hearing and
face protection; allow the manufacturer's operations
manual
5) Falling trees, limbs, and debris from 5) Keep personnel away from tree felling and mowing
power mower operations
6) Vehicular safety hazard 6) All vehicles must be operated. in a safe and legal manner
6) Scat belts must be worn while dri~
6) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 6) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
7) Noise 7) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19) 7) Personnel will wear hearinB protection above 85 dBa
7) Personnel will be included m a hearing conservation
program
8) Chipping machine 8) Provide operator training in accordance with
manufacturer's operation manual
8) Ensure feeder has guards to prevent operator entering
chipping parts
8) Operator must use Lockout/Tagout procedure when
working on chipper
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Task 4 -Erosion/Stormwater control
Principle Steps
Build berms, dikes and swales to divert and capture stonnwater
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Excavate and cave-in hazards 1) All underground installations will be located and marked
1) All materials must be kept 2 feet from the excavation's edge
1) Daily inspections of the excavations will be conducted by a
combitent person and soil type determined
1) The HM excavation permit will be used
1) Excavations for pihing trenches and others ~uiring
1)
Itrsonnel entry WI 1 not be raeater than 4 feet eep
xcavations with potential azardous atmosphere must be
tested Oi/LEL /toxic
1) Follow OHM SOP (No. 28)
2) Heavy equipment operating hazards 2) Personnel iproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
2) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\'J,;proved safet(I platform
2) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
~rsonnel. 2) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
3) Buried and overhead electrical utility 4) Locate all buried utilities prior to excavation operations
hazards 4) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
4) Vehicular safety hazard 4) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
4) Seat belts must be worn while dri~
4) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 4) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
5) Noise 5) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
5) Personnel will wear hearing protection above 85 d Ba
5) Personnel will be included ma hearing conservation
program
6) Exposure to hazardous materials 6) Follow this CHSP, Section 3.1 and 5.2
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Task 5 -Excavate Contaminated Soil
Principle Steps
Excavate contaminated soil
Potential Hazards Involved
1) Heavy equipment operating hazards
2) Excavation and cave-in hazards
3) Buried and overhead electrical utility
hazards
4) Overhead hazard to ground personnel
5) Vehicle safety hazard
6) Exposure to hazardous materials
7) Slips, trips and falls
8) Manual lifting and malerial handling
hazards
9) Confined space entry
10) Active railroad track operations
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Hazard Control Measures
1) Personnel lproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
1) Do not cany personnel or lift anyone except in an
j',\;proved safe~ platform 1) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear
I) Heavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) All underground installations will be located and marked
2) All materials must be kept 2 feet from the excavation's edge
2) Daily inspections of the excavations will be conducted by a
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combitent person and soil tJ1PC detennined
The HM excavation permit will be used
2) Excavations refirin~/ersonnel entry will be sloped,
shored, or trenc shie used
2) Excavations with potential hazardous atmosphere must be
tested 0,/LEL /toxic
2) Follow OHM SOP (No. 28)
3) Locate all buried utilities prior to excavation operations
3) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equwment and
overhead electrical utilities, or de-energize ines, or
certified electrician will insulate the _power line to ensure
arcing and electrocution hazard is eliminated
4) Do not suspend or travel with load over ground personnel
5) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
5) Scat belts must be worn while dri:r
5) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
ifotto;s 5) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
6) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
7) Tools and debris must be picked up
7) ~ills will be cleaned ufi< immediately 7) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
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designed as walkin~ surfaces
Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
8) Do not cany personnel or lift anyone except in an
iproved safe:r platform 8) m)iloyees wi make certain the load can be safely lifted
8) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
8) Pro{:,: lifti~ tediniques will be utilized
8) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
9) The OHM Confined Space Permit will be completed before
entry
9) The atmosphere will be monitored for oxygen, combustible
lases, and toxins.
9) II personnel will be trained for confined space entry
9) The confined space will be isolated, locked out, and tagged-
out if there are mechanical or electrical hazards
9) Follow OHM SOP for Confined Space Entry (No. 24)
10) Use railroad flagman when excavating within 10 feet of the
relocated railroad
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Task 6 -Demolish Foundation and Scale House
Principle Steps
Demolish standing walls with heavy equipment
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Building demolition operational 1) Demolition activities will be performed with heavy
hazards . t
1) ~~fun radius will be determined before walls are
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demolished and barricaded to prevent access
Hydraulic concrete ram operations will be barricaded to
prevent access
2) Heavy equipment operating hazards 2) Personnel lproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
2) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
p\;proved safe?; platform 2) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
}hrsonnel. 2) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
3) Gas and electrical utility hazards 2) Maintain IS-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
3) Ensure electric utilities have been locked off
3) Ensure gas utilities have been locked off
4) Vehicle safety hazard 4) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
4) Seat belts must be worn while dri~
4) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 4) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
5) Noise 5) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
5) Personnel will wear hearing protection above 85 dBa
5) Personnel will be included ma hearing conservation
program
6) Slips, trips and falls 6) Tools and debris must be picked up
6) ~ills will be cleaned ufic immediately
6) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walkin~ surfaces
6) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
7) Exposure to hazardous materials 7) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
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Task 7 -Construct Stockvile Areas For Excavated Soil and Debris
Principle Steps
Construct stockpile
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Manual lifting and material handling
hazards
1) The rated lifting capacity of heavy equipment cannot be
exceeded
1) All o~rators must be trained
I) Em\'. oyees will make certain the load can be safely lifted
1) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
I) Proraer lifti~ techniques will be utilized
1) Fol ow OH SOP for Personnel Lifting Safe7i (No. 33)
I) Follow procedures on MSDS when handling pouring
concrete
2) Slips, trips, and falls 2) Tools and debris must be picked up
2) Jr.ills will be cleaned ufic immediately
2) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walkinfc surfaces
2) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
3) Heavy construction equipment traffic 3) Personnel :rproachlng heavy equipment will make eye
and use contact an signal the operator to cease activity
3) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
p\;proved sare7i platform
3) ersonnel shat be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
~rsonnel. 3) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
4) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
4) Overhead electrical utility hazards 4) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
5) Hot work 5) Follow OHM Hot Work SOP (No. 26)
6) Sharp objects 6) Wear cut-resistant gloves
7) Exposure to hazardous materials 7) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
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Task 8 -Demolition Debris Se,ire)/alion, Transvortation an d Disvosal
Principle Steps
Segregation, transportation and disposal of demolition debris
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Slips, trips, and falls 1) Tools and debris must be picked up
1) \',!;ills will be cleaned u[ immediately 1) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walkinfc surfaces
1) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
2) Exposure to hazardous materials 2) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
3) Manual lifting and material handling 3) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards lfuproved safetr platform
3) m\loyees wil make certain the load can be safely lifted
3) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
3) Profu,; Ii/ti~ techniques will be utilized 3) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
4) Noise 4) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program No. 19)
4) Personnel will wear hearing protection above 85 dBa
4) Personnel will be included m a hearing conservation
program
5) Heavy equipment operating hazards 5) Personnel agproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contract an signal the operator to cease activity
5) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
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\'f.proved safet6,;latform
ersonnel will cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear
5) Heavy equipment will have fully functioning safety devices
6) Overhead hazard to ground personnel 6) Do not suspend or travel with load over ground personnel
7) Vehicle safety hazard 7) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
7) Seat belts must be worn while dri~
7) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 7) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
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Task 9 -Backfill
Principle Steps
Backfill excavation
Potential Hazards Involved
1) Heavy equipment operating hazards
2) Excavation and cave-in hazards
3) Overhead electrical utility hazards
4) Overhead hazard to ground personnel
5) Vehicle safety hazard
6) Exposure to hazardous materials
7) Slips, trips and falls
8) Manual lifting and material handling
hazards
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9) Confitied space entry
10) Active railroad track operations
Geigy Chemical Corporation Site
Hazard Control Measures
1) Personnel :fproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
j'/.;proved safe?; platform 1) ersonnel shat be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear
1) Heavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) All underground installations will be located and marked
2) All materials must be kept 2 feet from the excavation's edge
2) Daily inspections of the excavations will be conducted by a
comb]tent person and soil type determined
2) The HM excavation permit will be used
2) Excavations ~irin~jersonnel entry will be sloped,
shored, or trenc shie used
2) Excavations with potential hazardous atmosphere must be
tested 0:1/LEL /toxic
2) Follow OHM SOP (No. 28)
3) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
4) Do not suspend or travel with load over ground personnel
5) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
5) Seat belts must be worn while driv:r
5) Personnel shall drive at posted spe limits or at safe
~s 5) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
6) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
7) Tools and debris must be picked up
7) ~ills will be cleaned u[ immediately 7) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walk.in~ surfaces
7) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
8) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
if.:proved safe:r platform 8) mtoyees wi make certain the load can be safely lifted
8) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
8) Prora;r lifti~ techniques will be utilized
8) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
9) The OHM Confined Space Permit will be completed before
entry
9) The atmosphere will be monitored for oxygen, combustible
rses, and toxins.
9) II personnel will be trained for confined space entry
9) The confined space will be isolated, locked out, and tagged-
out if there are mechanical or electrical hazards
9) Follow OHM SOP for Confined Space Entry (No. 24)
10) Use railroad flagman when excavating within 10 feet of the
relocated railroad
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Tas k 10 R -eve)letate
Principle Steps
Revegetate site
Potential Hazards Involved
1) Slips, trips, and falls
2) Exposure to hazardous materials
3) Manual lifting and material handling
hazards
4) Heavy equipment operating ha,,ards
5) Vehicular safety hazard
6) Noise
7) Overhead electrical utility hazard
Geigy Chemical Corporation Site
Hazard Control Measures
1) Tools and debris must be picked up
1) ~ills will be cleaned u[ immediately 1) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walkinfc surfaces
1) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
2) Follow this CHSP, Section 3.1 and 5.2
3) Emtloyees will make certain the load can be safely lifted
3) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
3) Profo';r lifti~ techniques will be utilized
3) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
4) Personnel iproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
4) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
ri.;proved safet(J platform 4) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
~ersonnel.
4) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
4) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
5) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
5) Seat belts must be worn while dri~
5) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 5) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
6) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
6) Personnel will wear hearing protection above 85 dBa
6) Personnel will be included ma hearing conservation
program
7) Maintain IS-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
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Principle Steps
Set-up drill rig, drill, and complete wells
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Slips, trips, and falls 1) Tools and debris must be picked up
1) Itlls will be cleaned ufi<. immediately 1) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed and walking surfaces. Do not carry personnel or
lift anyone except in an approved safety ,&Iatform
1) Follow SOPs for Slips, Trips and Falls ( o. 34)
2) Exposure to hazardous materials 2) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5 .. 2
3) Manual lifting and material handling 3) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards gproved safe:r platform 3) m~loyees wi make certain the load can be safely lifted
3) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
3) Pro(oer lifti~ tecliniques will be utilized
3) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
4) Drill rig equipment 4) Stay clear of rotatinf equipment 4) Wear close fitting c othes
4) Place four guide wires on drilling rig
4) Place cowl on drill string to prevent airborne dust
4) Use wetti~%'ots for dust suphression
4) Follow O P for Well Dri ing, Nonhazardous Sites
(No. 48)
5) Noise 5) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
5) Personnel will wear hearin~ protection above 85 d Ba
5) Personnel will be included ma hearing conservation
program
6) Heavy construction equipment traffic 6) Personnel iproaching heavy equipment will make eye
and use contact an signal the operator to cease activity
6) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\'!;;proved safet6 platform
6) ersonnel will e cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear
6) Heavy sb?iment will have fully functioning safety devices
6) Follow for Heavy Equipment Inspections (No. 51)
7) Overhead and underground electrical 7) Maintain JS-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
utility hazards overhead electrical utilities
7) Locate all buried utilities prior to drilling
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Principle Steps
Prepare subgrade, place concrete foundation for building
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures ..
1) Heavy equipment operating hazards 1) Personnel :'f,proaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
1) \',\;proved safet{i platform
ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear
1) Heavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) Overhead electrical utility hazards 2) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
3) Overhead hazard to ground personnel 3) Do not suspend or travel with load over ground personnel
4) Vehicle safety hazard 4) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
4) Seat belts must be worn while dri~
4) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~eeds and be aware ovg;ound~rsonnel 4) allow OHM SOP for ehicle afety (No. 49)
5) Exposure to hazardous materials 5) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
5) Follow MSDS for concrete
6) Slips, trips and falls 6) Tools and debris must be picked up
6) \'J.;ills will be cleaned ufi<. immediately
6) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walking surfaces
6) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
8) Manual lifting and material handling 7) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards iproved safetr platform 7) m\:lo)'ees wil make certain the load can be safely lifted
7) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
7) Proc;:,r lifti~ techniques will be utilized 7) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
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Principle Steps
Building construction
Potential Hazards Involved
1) Manual lifting and material handling
hazards
2) Electrical hazards
3) Slips, trips, and falls
4) Heavy construction equipment traffic
and use
5) Overhead electrical utility hazards
6) Portable power tool hazard
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7) Crane operation and hoisting hazards
Geigy Chemical Corporation Site
F rames
Hazard Control Measures
1) Wear cut resistant gloves
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
~firoved safet~atform 1) o low OHM for Powered Industrial Trucks (No. 32)
1) Em)iloyees will make certain the load can be safely lifted
1) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
1) Pro(aer lifti~ techniques will be utilized
1) Fol ow OH SOP for Personnel Lifting Safe/i (No. 33)
1) Follow procedures on MSDS when handling pouring
concrete
2) Electrical work will only be performed by approved
electricians
2) No electrical work should be done on an energized
circuit/ circuit must be tested
2) Hand tools must be !rounded or double insulated
2) Follow OHM SOP or Lockout/Tagout (No. 27)
2) GFI must be used
2) Follow OHM SOP for Electrical Safety (No. 32)
3) Tools and debris must be picked up
3) ~ills will be cleaned uK_ immediately
3) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walkinfc surfaces
3) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
4) Personnel iproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
4) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\'!,;proved safe?; platform
4) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
fi:rsonnel. 4) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
4) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
5) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
6) All hand tools and power tools shall be in good repair
6) When working, overhead tools will be secured when not in
use
6) Tools cannot be thrown or dropped from hei\hts
6) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment and Hand ools (No. 41)
7) Prepare a crane lift plan prior to crane orerations
7) Inspect all rigging., equibment prior to eac use 7) Operators must qua "fied
7) Load limits on crane, hoist, hooks., slings., wire rope cannot
be exceeded
7) Taflline will be used 7) Fo ow OHM SOP Crane and Hoisting (No. 31)
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Principle Steps
Excavate trenches and place piping
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures.
1) Heavy equipment operating hazards 1) Personnel j'.proaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\'?.proved safet(I platform
1) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear
1) Heavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) Excavation and cave-in hazards 2) All underground installations will be located and marked
2) All materials must be kept 2 feet from the excavation's edge
2) Daily inspections of the excavations will be conducted by a
com bi tent person and soil type determined 2) The HM excavation permit will be used
2) Excavations ~irin~/ersonnel entry will be sloped,
shored, or trenc shie used
2) Excavations with potential hazardous atmosphere must be
tested Oi/LEL /toxic
2) Follow OHM SOP (No. 28)
3) Buried and overhead electrical utility 3) Locate an buried utilities prior to excavation operations
hazards 3) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
4) Overhead hazard to ground personnel 4) Do not suspend or travel with load over ground personnel
5) Vehicle safety hazard 5) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
5) Seat belts must be worn while dri:r 5) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 5) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
6) Exposure to hazardous materials 6) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
7) Slips, trips and falls 7) Tools and debris must be picked up
7) l1,;ills will be cleaned ufi<. immediately 7) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walk.inf surfaces
7) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
8) Manual lifting and material handling 8) Do not cany personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards iproved saf,y platform
' 8) mtloyees wil make certain the load can be safely lifted
8) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
8) Proc:: lifti~ tecliniques will be utilized 8) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
9) Confined space entty 9) The OHM Confined Space Permit will be completed before
entry
9) The atmosphere will be monitored for oxygen, combustible
1ases, and toxins. 9) 11 personnel will be trained for confined space entry
9) The confined space will be isolated, locked out, and tagged-
out if there are mechanical or electrical hazards
9) Follow OHM SOP for Confined Space Entty (No. 24)
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Task 15 -Water Treatment -Installation of Power, Control, and Associated Electrical Eauivment
Principle Steps
Install power and control (P&C) equipment; install electrical panels; install and
interconnect pumping equipment and P&C wiring
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures·
1) Heavy equipment operating hazards 1) Personnel :'fproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\',\;proved safe\l?latform 1) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
}Jersonnel.
1) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
1) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
2) Electrical hazards 2) Electrical work will only be performed by approved
electricians
2) No electrical work should be done on an energized
circuit/ circuit must be tested
2) Hand tools must be grounded or double insulated
2) GFI must be used
2) Follow OHM SOP for Electrical Safety (No. 32)
2) Follow OHM SOP for Lockout/Tagout (No. 27)
3) Portable power tool hazards 3) All hand tools and power tools shall be in good repair
3) When working, overhead tools will be secured when not in
use
3) Tools cannot be thrown or dropped from heithts
3) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment and Hand ools (No. 41)
4) Manual lifting and material handling 4) The rated lifting capacity cannot be exceeded
hazards 4) Forklifts must have open guards
4) All operators must be tramed
4) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
p\;firoved safi,2:i~atform 4) o low OHM for Powered Industrial Trucks (No. 32)
4) Emtloyees will make certain the load can be safely lifted
4) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
4) Profo'!r lifti~ tecliniques will be utilized
4) Fol ow OH SOP for Personnel Lifting Safe/i (No. 33)
4) Follow procedures on MSDS when handling pouring
concrete
5) Crane operations and hoisting hazards 5) Prepare a crane lift plan prior to crane orerations
5) Inspect all rigginee equi)jment prior to eac use
5) Operators must qua ified
5) Load limits on crane, hoist, hooks, slings., wire rope cannot
be exceeded
5) T aflline will be used 5) Fo ow OHM SOP Crane and Hoisting (No. 31)
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Principle Steps
Installation of sand and carbon filter systems; install process tanks and plumbing
equipment
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Manual lifting and material handling 1) The rated lifting capacity cannot be exceeded
hazards 1) Forklifts must have open guards
1) All operators must be tramed
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
1atiroved safei~atform 1) o low OHM for Powered Industrial Trucks (No. 32)
1) Emtoyees will make certain the load can be safely lifted
1) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
1) Pro(aer lifti~ tecliniques will be utilized
1) Fol ow OH SOP for Personnel Lifting Safe7i (No. 33)
1) Follow procedures on MSDS when handling pouring
concrete
2) Electrical hazards 2) Electrical work will only be performed by approved
electricians
2) No electrical work should be done on an energized
circuit/ circuit must be tested
2) Hand tools must be grounded or double insulated
2) GFI must be used
2) Follow OHM SOP for Electrical Safety (No. 32)
2) Follow OHM SOP for Lockout/Tagout (No. 27)
3) Slips, trips, and falls 3) Tools and debris must be picked up
3) ~ills will be cleaned u[ immediately
3) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walkinrc surfaces
3) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
4) Heavy construction equipment traffic 4) Personnel iproaching heavy equipment will make eye
and use contact an signal the operator to cease activity
4) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\'f.proved safe?; platform 4) ersonnel shat be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
kErsonnel. 4) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
4) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
5) Overhead electrical utility hazards 5) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
' overhead electrical utilities
6) Portable power tool hazard 6) All hand tools and ~wer tools shall be in good repair
6) When working, overhead tools will be secured when not in
use
6) Tools cannot be thrown or dropped from hei\hts
6) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment and Hand ools (No. 41)
7) Crane operation and hoisting hazards 7) Prepare a crane lift plan prior to crane o[crations
7) Inspect all rigging equitment prior to eac use 7) Operators must e qua 'lied
7) Load limits on crane, hoist, hooks, slings, wire rope cannot
be exceeded
7) Taflline will be used 7) Fo ow OHM SOP Crane and Hoisting (No. 31)
8) Confined space entry 8) Follow OHM SOP Confined Space Entry (No. 24)
9) Hot Work 9) Follow OHM SOP Hot Work (No. 26)
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Task 17 -Water Treatment Sus/em s tart-Uv an d Testin!l
Principle Steps
Mechanical and electrical equipment check-out and adjustments
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Inhalation, dermal contact with process 1) Wear aphropriate PPE
chemicals, filtration media (spent 1) Follow c emical handling procedures on MSDSs located in
carbon) and chemical contaminant office trailers
spikes 1) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
2) Electrical hazards 2) Electrical work will only be performed by approved
electricians
2) No electrical work should be done on an energized
circuit/circuit must be tested
2) Hand tools must be grounded or double insulated
2) GFI must be used
2) Follow OHM SOP for Electrical Safety (No. 32)
2) Follow OHM SOP for Lockout/Tagout (No. 27)
3) Spill, splash hazards 3) Wear splash protection
3) Oeanup spills immediately
3) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
4) Noise 4) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
4) Personnel will wear hearing protection above 85 dBa
4) Personnel will be included ma hearing conservation
program
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T k 18 W as -ater T 5 reatment ,11stem 0 meratzon an d Maintenance
Principle Steps
Water sampling (influent, effluent) and maintenance; Replace pumps; clean/replace bag
filters; carbon backwashing/replacement; control panel repairs/troubleshooting
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Inhalation, dermal contact with process 1) Wear aphropriate PPE
chemicals, filtration media (spent 1) Follow c emical handling ~rocedures on MSDSs
carbon) and chemical contaminant 1) Follow this CHSP Section .1 and 5.2
spikes
2) Confined space entry hazard 2) The OHM Confined Space Permit will be completed before
entry
2) The atmosphere will be monitored for oxygen, combustible
lases, and toxins.
2) II personnel will be trained for confined space entry
2) The confined space will be isolated, locked out, and tagged-
out if there are mechanical or electrical hazards
2) Follow OHM SOP for Confined Space Entry (No. 24)
3) Spill, splash hazards 3) Wear splash fsrotection 3) Oean up spil s immediately
4) Noise 4) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
4) Personnel will wear hearinp protection above 90 d Ba
4) Personnel will be included m a hearing conservation
program
5) Electrical hazards 5) Electrical work will only be performed by approved
electricians
5) No electrical work should be done on an energized circuit
5) Hand tools must be grounded or double insulated
5) GFJ must be used
5) Follow OHM SOP for Electrical Safety (No. 32)
6) Material handling/manual lifting 6) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
f'.nproved safe:r platform 6) m)iloyees wi make certain the load can be safely lifted
6) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
6) Pro~r lifti~ tecliniques will be utilized
6) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
7) Pumping equipment operation hazards 7) Emer~ency eye wash stati~ns will be located adjacent to
7) rau;rmg equipment operations
ow eqUipment manufacturer's recommendation for
~ump operation and maintenance . 7) oses will be appropriate for materials and temperature
and SEaued
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Task 19-Coiled Water
Principle Steps
Obtain samples; prepare samples
Potential Hazards Involved
I) Slips, trips and falls
2) Exposure to hazardous materials
3) Manual lifting and material handling
hazards
4) Spill/splash hazard
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Hazard Control Measures
1) Tools and debris must be picked up
1) ~ills will be cleaned u[ immediately 1) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walk.inf surfaces 1) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
2) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
3) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
Vnproved safetr platform 3) m)iloyees wit make certain the load can be safely lifted 3) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
3) Profcer liftirJ? techniques will be utilized
3) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
4) Wear splash protection
4) Cleanup spills immediately
4) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
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Principle Steps
Excavate soil, place pea gravel, install pipe and backfill
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Heavy equipment operating hazards 1) Personnel :'Fproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\',\;proved safe?; platform 1) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear
1) Heavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) Excavation and cave-in hazards 2) All underground installations will be located and marked
2) All materials must be kept 2 feet from the excavation's edge
2) Daily inspections of the excavations will be conducted by a
combitent person and soil type determined
2) The HM excavation permit will be used
2) Excavations ~irin~[ersonnel entry will be sloped, shored, or trenc shie used
2) Excavations with potential hazardous atmosphere must be
tested 0:,/LEL /toxic
2) Follow OHM SOP (No. 28)
3) Buried and overhead electrical utility 3) Locate all buried utilities prior to excavation operations
hazards 3) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
4) Overhead hazard to ground personnel 4) Do not suspend or travel with load over ground personnel
5) Vehicle safety hazard 5) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
5) Seat belts must be worn while dri~
5) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 5) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
6) Exposure to hazardous materials 6) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
6) Follow MSDS for concrete
7) Slips, trips and falls 7) Tools and debris must be picked up
7) \',!;ills will be cleaned u{ immediately 7) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walk.inf< surfaces
7) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
8) Manual lifting and material handling 8) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards • Ifuproved safe:r platform 8) mfoyees wi make certain the load can be safely lifted
8) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
8) Profu,r lifti';Jl techniques will be utilized 8) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
9) Confined space entry 9) The OHM Confined Space Permit will be completed before
entry
9) The atmosphere will be monitored for oxygen, combustible
iases, and toxins.
9) 11 personnel will be trained for confined space entry
9) The confined space will be isolated, locked out, and tagged-
out if there are mechanical or electrical hazards
9) Follow OHM SOP for Confined Space Entry (No. 24)
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Task 21 -Place Liner In Infiltration Galleru
Principle Steps
Place Liner
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Heavy equipment operating hazards I) Personnel :rproaching heavy equipment will make eye
contact an signal the operator to cease activity
1) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\').;proved safe\>; platform
1) ersonnel shat be cognizant of the boom swing area and
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stay clear
Heavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
2) Excavation and cave-in hazards 2) All underground installations will be located and marked
2) All materials must be kept 2 feet from the excavation's edge
2) Daily inspections of the excavations will be conducted by a
comBjtent person and soil type detennined
2) The HM excavation permit will be used
2) Excavations ref irin~jersonnel entry will be sloped,
shored, or trenc shie used
2) Excavations with potential hazardous atmosphere must be
tested Oi/LEL /toxic
2) Follow OHM SOP (No. 28)
3) Overhead electrical utility hazards 3) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
4) Overhead hazard to ground personnel 4) Do not suspend or travel with load over ground personnel
5) Vehicle safety hazard 5) All vehicles must be operated in a safe and legal manner
5) Seat belts must be worn while dri':1
5) Personnel shall drive at posted sp limits or at safe
~s 5) ollow OHM SOP for Vehicle Safety (No. 49)
6) Exposure to hazardous materials 6) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
6) Follow MSDS for liner adhesive
7) Slips, trips and falls 7) Tools and debris must be picked up
7) lJ.;ills will be deaned u[ immediately 7) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
7) designed as walk.inf< surfaces
Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
8) Manual lifting and material handling 8) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards iproved safetr platform 8) m\loyees wil make certain the load can be safely lifted
8) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
8) Profn';r lifti~ techniques will be utilized
8) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
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Principle Steps
Decontaminate equipment; collect and containerize decontamination water
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures
1) Slips, trips, and falls 1) Tools and debris must be picked up
1) ~ills will be cleaned ufic immediately 1) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walk.inf< surfaces
1) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
2) Exposure to hazardous materials 2) Follow this CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
3) Manual lifting and material handling 3) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
hazards iproved safe:r platform 3) m\'.'oyees wi make certain the load can be safely lifted
3) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
3) Pro&:!r lifti~ techniques will be utilized 3) Fol ow OH SOP for Lifting Safety (No. 33)
4) Spill/splash hazard 4) Wear splash protection
4) Cleanup spills immediately
4) Follow thlS CHSP Section 3.1 and 5.2
5) Noise 5) Follow SOP for Hearing Conservation Program (No. 19)
5) Personnel will wear hearing protection above 85 dBa
5) Personnel will be included m a hearing conservation
program
6) Pressure washing hazard 6) Wear appr~riate PPE
6) Only tram personnel will operate high pressure washer
6) The eq~ment cannot be altered
6) Follow HM SOP for Pressure Washing (No. 30)
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Principle Steps
Take down work zones fencing, decontamination trailer, and office; remove
decontamination facilities
Potential Hazards Involved Hazard Control Measures.
I) Manual lifting and material handling I) The rated lifting capacity cannot be exceeded
hazards I) Forklifts must have open guards
1) All operators must be trained
I) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
~Firoved safet~atform 1) o low OHM for Powered Industrial Trucks (No. 32)
1) Emtloyees will make certain the load can be safely lifted
1) No oads over 60 pounds will be lifted
1) Profo:r Ii/ti~ tecliniques will be utilized
1) Fol ow OH SOP for Personnel Lifting Safeh (No. 33)
1) Follow procedures on MSDS when handling pouring
concrete
2) Electrical hazards 2) Electrical work will only be performed by approved
electricians
2) No electrical work should be done on an energized circuit
2) Hand tools must be grounded or double insulated
2) GFI must be used
2) Follow OHM SOP for Electrical Safety (No. 32)
3) Slips, trips, and falls 3) Tools and debris must be picked up
3) Veills will be cleaned uf immediately 3) ersonnel shall not wa or climb on equipment not
designed as walk.inf surfaces
3) Follow OHM SOP or Slips, Trips and Falls (No. 24)
4) Heavy construction equipment traffic 4) Personnel lproaching heavy equipment will make eye
and use contact an signal the operator to cease activity
4) Do not carry personnel or lift anyone except in an
\',\;proved safet(J platform 4) ersonnel shal be cognizant of the boom swing area and
stay clear. Do not suspend or travel with load over ground
~rsonnel.
4) eavy equipment shall have fully functioning safety
devices
4) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment Inspection (No. 51)
5) Overhead electrical utility hazards 5) Maintain 15-foot buffer between heavy equipment and
overhead electrical utilities
6) Portable power tool h~zard 6) All hand tools and power tools shall be in good repair
6) When working., overhead tools will be secured when not in
use
6) Tools cannot be thrown or dropped from hei\hts
6) Follow OHM SOP for Equipment and Hand ools (No. 41)
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4.0 WORK AND SUPPORT AREAS
To prevent migration of contamination, work areas will be clearly specified prior to be-
ginning operations. OHM has designated work areas or zones as suggested by the
NIOSH/OSHA/ USCG/EPA'S document titled, "Occupational Safety and Health
Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities." Each work area will be divided
into three zones as follows:
• An Exclusion or "hot" Zone (EZ)
• A Contamination Reduction Zone (CRZ)
• A Support Zone (SZ)
4.1 EXCLUSION ZONE
The EZ is the area suspected of contamination and presents the greatest potential for
worker exposure. Personnel entering the area must wear the mandated level of protection
for that area. In certain instances, different levels of protection will be required depending
on the tasks and monitoring performed within that zone. The EZ will be posted with signs
clearly marked "Exclusion Zone."
4.2 CONTAMINATION REDUCTION ZONE
The CRZ or transition zone will be established between the EZ and SZ. In this area,
personnel will begin the sequential decontamination process required to exit the EZ. To
prevent off-site migration of contamination and for personnel accountability, all personnel
will enter and exit the EZ through the CRZ.
4.3 SUPPORT ZONE
The SZ serves as a clean, control area. Operational support facilities are located within the
SZ. Normal work clothing and support equipment are appropriate in this zone.
Contaminated equipment or clothing will not be allowed in the SZ. The support facilities
should be located upwind of site activities. There will be a clearly marked controlled access
point from the SZ into the CRZ and EZ that is monitored closely by the 550 and the 55 to
ensure proper safety protocols are followed.
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4.4 SITE CONTROL LOG
A log of all personnel visiting, entering or working on the site shall be maintained in the main
office trailer location. The log will record the date, name, company or agency, and time
entering or exiting the site.
No visitor will be allowed in the EZ without showing proof of training and medical
certification. Visitors will supply their own boots and respiratory equipment, if required.
Visitors will attend a site orientation given by the 550 and sign the CH5P. Unannounced
visitors will be escorted and/or directed to the OHM office.
4.5 GENERAL
The following items are requirements to protect the health and safety of workers and will be
discussed in the safety briefing prior to initiating work on the site.
• Eating, drinking, chewing gum or tobacco, smoking, or any practice that
increases the probability of hand to mouth transfer and ingestion of
contamination is prohibited in the EZ and CRZs.
• A buddy system will be used. Hand signals will be established to maintain
communication.
• During site operations, each worker will consider himself as a safety backup
to his partner. Off-site personnel provide emergency assistance. All
personnel will be aware of dangerous situations that may develop.
• Visual contact will be maintained between buddies on site when performing
hazardous duties.
• No personnel will be admitted to the site without the proper safety
equipment, training, and medical surveillance certification.
• All personnel must comply with established safety procedures. Any staff
member who does not comply with safety policy, as established by the SSO
or the 55, will be immediately dismissed from the site.
• Proper decontamination procedures must be followed before leaving the site.
• The confined space attendant must not have any other job function.
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• Tanks that are to be purged or ventilated must be bonded.
• Any excavation that is deeper than 4 feet or less than 20.8 percent oxygen or greater
than 10 percent LEL must be designated a confined space.
• The high pressure washer is 2,000 psi or greater.
ILLUMINATION
Areas accessible to employees will be provided with lighting according to the following
minimum intensities:
Required Illumination
Foot-candles Area or Operations
5 General site areas
3 Excavation and waste areas, accessways, active storage, loading platforms,
refueling, and field maintenance areas
5 Indoors: warehouses, corridors, hallways, and exitways
10 General shops (e.g., mechanical and electrical equipment rooms, active
storerooms, barracks or living quarters, locker or dressing rooms, dining
areas, and indoor toilets and workrooms.)
30 First aid stations, infirmaries, and offices
All heavy equipment and vehicles that will be used at night will be equipped with
headlights.
Sanitation
Potable water and beverages will be provided to employees working on the site from various
sources. Containers used to dispense potable liquids will either be of the single use type of
be capable of being tightly closed and equipped with a tap. Containers will be clearly
marked or otherwise identifiable as to the nature of its contents.
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Toilet facilities will be provided to employees according to the following table.
Required Sanitary Facilities
Number of Employees Minimum Number of Facilities
20 or fewer One toilet seat and one urinal
More than 20; fewer than 200 One toilet seat and one urinal per 40 employees
More than 200 One toilet seat and one urinal per 50 employees
4.7 TRAFFIC PLAN
The primary objective of the plan is to safely execute the loading, transportation, and return
of vehicles to and from the site with the least amount of disruption to the normal flow of
traffic. OHM will manage and control on-site and off-site traffic during the execution of
this project by defining truck traffic routing, truck staging, specialized traffic notification
and spill contingencies.
OHM has performed an extensive traffic survey conducted over a 5-day period during an
average work week in Aberdeen, North Carolina. Considerable consideration was given to
peak traffic times, school bus schedules, Aberdeen Rockfish Railroad route and schedule
and light industrial shift changes. Flagmen and traffic notification will be performed in
accordance with the USOOT Federal Highway Guidelines, revised January 4, 1995.
Truck Routing
Highway 211 is the main access road to and from the site and has dangerous curves and
blind spots for traffic approaching the Geigy Chemical Corporation Site. Additionally,
while traveling Highway 211, OHM observed that the normal flow of traffic generally
exceeds the posted 45 miles per hour speed limit.
Due to the complexity and importance of an effective traffic plan, OHM will conduct traffic
briefings with truck operators prior to the commencement of operations!. Operators will be
given a pre-construction walk-through, travel routes and specific site procedures. The
briefing will also provide an opportunity to instruct the truck drivers that operations will be
minimized during school bus schedules. Validation of driver fitness, truck permits, drivers
licenses and vehicle registration will also be conducted during the initial briefing.
Subsequent daily briefings will include, but are not limited to, face-to-face meetings and
hand-outs identifying traffic status, inclement weather, changes to transportation routes,
!Confidentiality-Due to the need of one paint of communication, the traffic briefing provides the perfect
opPortunity to brief truck drivers and site personnel not to discuss the project outside the work area.
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health and safety concerns and loading schedules for the following day. OHM plans to
periodically conduct unannounced performance and compliance audits on all of the
transporters. Any transporter found not in compliance with any of the plan directives will
be discharged immediately.
Because the site is located between Highway 211 and the Aberdeen Rockfish Railroad, no
other main access point is available. Therefore, OHM must use this route for trucks
entering and leaving the site. Although the trucks will use Highway 211, the loading
operations will not occur on the right of way. All trucks will be parked off the highway for
loading. Once the trucks are loaded, they will enter Highway 211 and travel west
approximately two miles to Interstate 15/501 south.
Truck Staging
To reduce and limit truck traffic and congestion, OHM will stage trucks waiting to be
loaded in a remote location. Upon notice of award, OHM will obtain permission to stage
trucks waiting to be loaded in a location such as the large convenience store parking area at
the intersection of Highway 211 and Interstate 15/501. Staged trucks awaiting loading will
be notified and dispatched by site personnel using a citizens band radio. The truck drivers
will be required to maintain the pre-specified radio channel for information transfer.
Communication on that channel will be limited to access notification and travel directions.
Traffic Notification
Signs will be posted identifying work in progress at the North Carolina Department of
Transportation's standard distances of 1,500 feet, 1,000 feet, and 500 feet from the work
site. The signs will identify trucks entering the highway and work in progress. The signs will
be constructed of high visibility materials and constructed of a size in accordance to North
Carolina Department of Transportation standards. Flagmen will be posted at a minimum
of 1,000 feet to the east and west of the Geigy Chemical work site. The flagmen will be
equipped with signs indicating "Stop" and "Slow" as well as hand held radios for
communication. The flagmen will also be required to wear high visibility vests for added
safety.
Equipment Decontamination
All trucks will be decontaminated prior to leaving the Geigy Chemical Corporation Site.
Trucks will pull onto the site, but will remain outside of the exclusion zone. The trucks will
be loaded and tarped prior to departure. Any residual soils remaining from the load-out
operations will be thoroughly removed and returned to the storage area. A thorough
inspection of the truck tires, transport box, asphalt lip and tarp will be performed to ensure
that no residual waste remains on the truck.
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5.0 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
This section addresses the various levels of personal protective equipment (PPE) which are
or may be required at this job site. OHM personnel are trained in the use of all PPE utilized.
5.1 ANTICIPATED PROTECTION LEVELS
• Task 1 -Mobilization and Site Preparation
Level of Protection: Level D
• Task 2 -Construction and Maintenance of Access Roads
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 3 -Clearing and Grubbing
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 4 -Erosion/Storrnwater Control
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 5 -Excavate Contaminated Soils and Stockpile
Level of Protection: Level C with tyvek
• Task 6 -Demolish Foundations and Scale House and Stockpile
Level of Protection: Level D clean areas, Level C with tyvek contaminated areas
• Task 7 -Construct Stockpile Areas For Excavated Soils and Debris
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 8 -Demolition Debris Segregation, Transportation and Disposal
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated area
• Task 9 -Backfill excavated areas
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 10 -Revegetate
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 11 -Drill and Complete Extraction and Monitoring Wells, Piezometers
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
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• Task 12-Install Concrete Foundations, Walls, Floors, Stairs and Ramps-Treatment
Building
Level of Protection: Level D clean areas, Level C with tyvek contaminated areas
• Task 13 -Install Metal Building-Doors and Frames
Level of Protection: Level D clean areas, Level C with tyvek contaminated areas
• Task 14-Trenching and Piping Installation
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 15 -Installation of Power, Control and Associated Electrical Equipment
Level of Protection: Level D clean areas, Level C with tyvek contaminated areas
• Task 16 -Equipment Installation and Plumbing
Level of Protection: Level D clean areas, Level C with tyvek contaminated areas
• Task 17 -System Start-Up and Testing
Level of Protection: Level D clean water, Level C with tyvek contaminated water
• Task 18 -System Operation and Maintenance
Level of Protection: Level D normal operations, Level C with tyvek maintenance
activities
• Task 19 -Collect Water Samples
Level of Protection: Level C with tyvek
• Task 20 -Construct Infiltration Gallery
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 21 -Place Liner in Infiltration Gallery
Level of Protection: Level D clean soil, Level C with tyvek contaminated soil
• Task 22 -Decontaminate Equipment
Level of Protection: Level C with saran
• Task 23 -Demobilization
Level of Protection: Level D
Tyvek suits' color will be blue.
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This sections lists the minimum requirements for each protection level. Modification to these
requirements will be noted above.
5.2.1 Level D
Level D consists of the following:
• Safety glasses with side shields
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed work boots
• Work clothing as prescribed by weather
5.2.2 Modified Level D
Modified Level D consists of the following:
• Safety glasses with side shields
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed work boots
• Nitrile, neoprene, latex or PVC overboots
• Outer nitrile, neoprene, or PVC gloves over latex sample gloves
• Face shield (when projectiles or splashes pose a hazard)
• Tyvek coverall [Polyethylene-coated Tyveks/saran-coated tyveks required
when workers h0ave a potential to be exposed to contaminated liquids or
sludges.)
5.2.3 Level C
Level C consists of the following:
• Full-face, air-purifying respirator with appropriate cartridges
• Hooded Tyvek Coveralls [Polyethylene-or saran-coated Tyveks required
when workers have a potential to be exposed to contaminated liquids or
sludges).
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• Hard hat
• Steel-toed work boots
• Nitrile, neoprene, latex or PVC overboots
• Nitrile, neoprene, or PVC gloves over latex sample gloves
• Face shield (when projectiles or splashes pose a hazard)
5.2.4 Level B
Level B protection consists of the items required for Level C protection with the exception
that an air-supplied respirator is used in place of the air-purifying respirator. Level B
protection is not anticipated to be utilized on this project.
5.3 SUPPLIED-AIR RESPIRATORS
If air monitoring shows that Level B protection is needed, OHM personnel will wear
Survivair 9881-02 Hippack Airline respirators with 5-minute egress bottles. Personnel
requiring Level "B" protection and high mobility will wear Survivair Mark 2 SCBA units.
5.4 BREATHING-AIR QUALITY
Code of Federal Regulations 29 CFR 1910.134 states breathing air will meet the requirement
of the specification for Grade D breathing air as described in the ANSI/CGA Specification
G-7.1-1989. OHM requires a certificate of analysis from vendors of breathing air in order to
show that the air meets this standard. Breathing air will be obtained in cylinders exclusively
and will be stationed in the exclusion zone (EZ).
5.5 AIR-PURIFYIN°G RESPIRATORS
A NIOSH-approved full-face respirator with appropriate air-purifying cartridges will be
used for Level C work.
5.6 RESPIRATOR CARTRIDGES
The crew members working in Level C will wear respirators equipped with air-purifying
cartridges approved for the following contaminants.
• Organic vapors <1,000 ppm
• Dusts, fumes and mists with a TWA <0.05 mg/m3
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5.7 CARTRIDGE CHANGES
All cartridges will be changed a minimum of once daily, or more frequently if personnel begin
to experience increased inhalation resistance or breakthrough of a chemical warning
property. Cartridges will be labeled with the date service began.
5.8 INSPECTION AND CLEANING
Respirators are checked periodically by a qualified individual and inspected before each use
by the wearer. All respirators and associated equipment will be decontaminated and
hygienically cleaned after each use.
5.9 FIT TESTING
All personnel required to wear an air-purifying respirator as part of their employment will
be fit-tested at the time of assignment and a minimum of annually thereafter. The test will
use isoamyl acetate or irritant smoke. The fit test must be for the style and size of the
respirator to be used.
5.10 FACIAL HAIR
Personnel who have facial hair which interferes with the respirator's sealing surface will not
be permitted to wear a respirator and will not be permitted to work in areas requiring
respirator use.
5.11 CORRECTIVE LENSES
Normal eyeglasses cannot be worn under full-face respirators because the temple bars
interfere with the respirator's sealing surfaces. For workers requiring corrective lenses,
special spectacles desi~ed for use with respirators will be provided.
5.12 CONTACT LENSES
Contact lenses will not be worn with any type of respirator.
5.13 MEDICAL CERTIFICATION
Only workers who have been certified by a physician as being physically capable of
respirator usage will be issued a respirator. Personnel unable to pass a respiratory fit test
or without medical clearance for respirator use will not be permitted to enter or work in
areas on site that require respiratory protection. Employees receive a written physicians
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1910.120(f)(7).
5.14 SITE-SPECIFIC RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM
The primary objective of respiratory protection is to prevent employee exposure to
atmospheric contamination. When engineering measures to control contamination are not
feasible, or while they are being implemented, personal respiratory protective devices will be
used.
The criteria for determining respirator need have been evaluated based on the site
contaminants and expected levels of protection are outlined in Section 5.1. Air monitoring
will be conducted to confirm that respiratory protection levels are adequate (Section 7.0).
All respirator users are OSHA trained in proper respirator use and maintenance. The SS
and SSO will observe workers during respirator use for signs of stress. The SS, CIH, and
SSO will also evaluate this CHSP periodically to determine its continued effectiveness with
regard to respiratory protection. All persons assigned to use respirators will have medical
clearance to do so.
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6.0 DECONTAMINATION PLAN
This section describes the procedures necessary to ensure that both personnel and
equipment are free from contamination when they leave the work site.
6.1 PERSONNEL DECONTAMINATION
Decontamination procedures will ensure that material which workers may have contacted in
the EZ does not result in personal exposure and is not spread to clean areas of the site.
This sequence describes the general decontamination procedure. The specific stages will
vary depending on the work area, the task, the protection level, etc.
1. Go to end of EZ
2. Wash outer boots and gloves in detergent solution
3. Rinse outer boots and gloves in water
4. Remove outer boots and let dry
5. Remove outer gloves and let dry
6. Cross into CRZ
7. Remove first pair sample gloves
8. Remove outer saran or tyvek
9. Remove and wash respirator
10. Rinse respirator and hang to dry
11. Remove second pair sample gloves and discard
6.1.1 Suspected Contamination
Any employee suspected of sustaining skin contact with chemical materials will first use the
emergency shower. Following a thorough drenching, the worker will proceed to the
decontamination facility. Here the worker will remove clothing, shower, don clean clothing,
and immediately be tal<!en to the first-aid station. Medical attention will be provided as
determined by the degree of injury.
6.1.2 Personal Hygiene
Before any eating, smoking, or drinking, personnel will wash hands, arms, neck and face. A
personnel decontamination facility will be provided for site operations consisting of
showers, change rooms, and separate lockers for street clothes and work clothes. Eye wash
facilities and emergency showers will be provided at personnel decontamination facilities
and at the water treatment system where hazardous chemicals are handled.
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6.2 EQUIPMENT DECONTAMINATION
Heavy equipment and trucks will be decontaminated of visible dirt prior to mobilization
and upon arrival at the site with an OHM certification. A decontamination station will be
placed at excavation area 12, located north of Highway 211.
Decontamination will be performed on all equipment leaving the exclusion zone,
Decontamination will be performed by pressure washing the equipment, or dry brushing,
until all visible dirt is removed, Decontamination will be performed at a temporary
decontamination pad which will be moved from exclusion zone to exclusion zone. All
decontamination liquids will be collected and containerized.
The temporary steel decontamination pads will be decontaminated and moved from
location to location. The lined decontamination pads will be decontaminated and disposed
of at the landfill. The decontamination pad designs are located in Figure 6-1 and 6.2.
6.3 DISPOSAL
All decontamination liquids and disposable clothing will be collected, containerized and
treated as contaminated waste, unless determined otherwise by accepted testing methods.
The decontamination liquids will be stored in the existing AST. At which time the
groundwater remediation system is installed and operating, the decontamination liquids will
be pumped from the AST through a micron filter and through the water treatment facility for
discharge into the infiltration gallery.
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7.0 AIR MONITORING PLAN
Air monitoring will be conducted in order to determine airborne contamination levels. This
ensures that respiratory protection is adequate to protect personnel against the chemicals
that are encountered. The following air monitoring efforts will be used at this site.
Additional air monitoring may be conducted at the discretion of the 550.
A thermometer and windsock will be used to determine the site temperature and wind
direction.
The following chart describes the air monitoring required and appropriate action levels.
Monitoring Action Action
Device/Freauency Level
LEL/O2 (work area) >10% LEL Evacuate area, ventilate, upgrade to
To be performed during initial <20.8% Oz or >22.5% 02 Level B if necessary, continue to
characterization activities and •See 7.1 below for confined space monitor
prior to cutting/ demolishing entry action levels
process lines or tanks, contmuously
duri.nl! confined soace entrv
WorkZ:Cme
PID (Breathing Zone) > I ppm for 5 min. Level C
To be performed continuous~ in
process vessels prior to and uring
confined space entry and at start-up >50 ppm for 5 min. Level B
and 4 times daily during all other
material handling operations
Work Zone
Mini-Ram (Breathing Zone) >0.1 mg/m3 for 5 min. Level C
To be performed during all debris >l.0mg/m3 for5min. Institute dust suppression
pile handling and excavation Perimeter
operations at startup and 4 times >0.1 mg/m3 Stop operations/apply dust
daily ' suppressant
7.1 LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT/OXYGEN (LEIJO2) METER
Prior to entering a confined-space area or performing hot work involving welding, cutting, or
other high heat-producing operations where flammable or combustible vapors may be
present, LEL/O2 measurements will be taken. The above action limits are for general work
areas. Confined space entries require that the space atmosphere contain 20.9 percent
oxygen and 0 percent LEL prior to and during the entry.
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7.2 PHOTOIONIZATION DETECTOR (PIO)
A PIO will be used to monitor total ionizable organic content of the ambient air. A PIO will
prove useful as a direct reading instrument to aid in determining if respiratory protection
needs to be upgraded and to define the EZ.
For known contaminants only, to determine a protection level from PIO data, the SSO will
multiply the TLV of the known compound by 25. This will be the limit for Level C pro-
tection for that compound. If PIO readings exceed 25 times the TLV, Level B protection
will be required. Also, regardless of the TLV, a PIO reading of 1,000 ppm or more will
indicate that the GMC-H cartridges may become overloaded and will necessitate Level B
protection. (Note: PIO readings do not always indicate the actual air concentration of a
compound. Consult the manual, HNU, or the CIH for clarification.)
The SSO will take measurements before operations begin in an area to determine the amount
of organic compounds naturally occurring in the air. This is referred to as a background
level. Levels of volatile organic compounds will be measured at active work sites initially
then four times daily.
7.3 REAL-TIME AEROSOL MONITOR (MINIRAM)
A real-time aerosol monitor (miniram) will be used to measure airborne particulate in
personnel breathing zones and site work area locations. A breathing zone action level has
been specified that requires upgrading to Level C protection based on sustained (5-minute
average) miniram results greater than 0.10 mg/m3. The miniram will also be used to monitor
personnel breathing zone when wearing Modified Level O protection and to determine when
an upgrade to Level C is warranted. Perimeter monitoring will be performed four times per
day. A reading of 0.10 mg/m3 will cause operations to shut down.
Background dust levels 'will be determined daily by taking miniram readings at the perimeter
and work zones 15 minutes before any site activities/tasks are performed.
7.4 AIR SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS
Personal air samples will be collected in personnel breathing zones to document that the
appropriate level of protection was worn during remedial actions on-site. Air samples will
be collected on personnel with the greatest potential for exposure at least weekly during
each major project phase. Personal air samples will be collected and analyzed for
pesticides during each major project phase to verify that the appropriate level of protection
is provided to site personnel. Air samples will be analyzed by an AIHA accredited
laboratory. Personnel air samples will be collected and analyzed in accordance with the
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following NIOSH/OSHA method for the site contaminants. One air sample using Tenax
sorbent tube or equivalent will be taken at the start of excavation activities and analyzed
for pesticides.
Site Contaminant NIOSH Method
Pesticide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EPA 608/8080
7.5 AIR MONITORING LOG
The SSO will ensure that all air-monitoring data is logged into a monitoring notebook.
Project CIH will periodically review this data
7.6 CALIBRATION REQUIREMENTS
The
The PID, LEL/O2 meter and miniram will be calibrated daily prior to and after each use. A
separate log will be kept detailing date, time, span gas, or other standard, and name of
person performing the calibration. All equipment will be calibrated daily before and after
use.
7.7 AIR MONITORING RESULTS
Air monitoring results will be filed on-site and available for personnel inspection, and will
be discussed during morning safety meetings.
7.8 WEATHER STATION
A weather station will be on-site to measure wind speed, direction and rainfall.
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8.0 CONTINGENCY PLAN
This contingency plan details the emergency response procedures to be implemented for
anticipated emergency situations during site operations.
8.1 PRE-EMERGENCY PLANNING
Before starting site operations, the 5.50 will implement emergency procedures that include:
• Identifying the location and route to emergency medical services;
• Establishing site communications;
• Designating emergency warning signal and evacuation routes;
• Inventorying emergency equipment;
• Communicating emergency procedures to personnel; and
• Meeting with the local community. (This will be coordinated with the companies
community relations team.)
8.2 PERSONNEL ROLES, LINES OF AUTHORITY
The 550 takes the lead during site emergencies until off-site emergency responders arrive
on-site. In cases of major emergencies, OHM personnel will evacuate the site, contact local
emergency responders, and rely on them to handle the emergency. Minor emergencies that
are controllable on-site with emergency equipment located at the site will be addressed by
OHM personnel with the approval of the 550.
8.3 EMERGENCY RECOGNITION AND PREVENTION
The 550 will conduct an initial site safety briefing to review the requirements of the site
safety plan with site personnel. This briefing will include discussions on the recognition,
prevention and control of emergencies anticipated on-site. Daily safety meetings will be
held to emphasize emergency prevention and control measures.
8.4 SITE SECURITY AND CONTROL
Access to the site will be controlled by the 550 until local emergency responders arrive. The
550 will then relinquish site security/ control to the authorized emergency response
organization.
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8.5 SITE COMMUNICATIONS
Site Communications will provide means for both on-site and off-site communications. On-
site communications will be established between the support zone and site work zones and
will consist of verbal communications, line of sight observations or two-way radios. Off-
site communications will be established in the support zone to summon off-site emergency
services and will consist of either cellular or installed telephones. When reporting an
emergency situation to off-site emergency responders, the following information must be
provided:
• Name of person making the call;
• Telephone number and location of person making the call;
• Name of person(s) exposed or injured;
• Description of exposure and emergency;
• Actions taken; and
• Name and location of site contact for emergency, if other than caller.
8.6 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
The following personal protective equipment (PPE) and emergency equipment will be
located in the CRZ at the site decontamination facilities and will be immediately available
for site emergencies:
• Portable fire extinguishers (minimum 20 lb.-A/B/C)
• Industrial first aid kit
• Snake bite kit
• Portable eye wash/ emergency shower
• Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBAs)
• Chemical protective apparel
• Spill equipment; materials and supplies
• Two-way radio
• Airhoms
• Wind sock
• Blanket
• Stretcher
8.7 EMERGENCY ALERTING PROCEDURES
A tested system must exist for rapid and clear emergency communications. Air horns will
be used to communicate emergency situations on-site between OHM personnel. Any time
an emergency signal is sounded on-site, site operations must temporarily cease and the
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emergency condition must be addressed. The following air horn signals will be used to warn
personnel of specific emergency conditions and the need for a general site evacuation:
Emergency Signal
1 Air horn blast
2 Air horn blasts
3 Air horn blasts
Emergency Condition
Medical/personal.injury
Fire
General Site Evacuation
8.8 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT
All personnel must be provide with concise, clear directions and transportation to local
emergency medical treatment services. The name, location and map outlining the directions
to the nearest hospital must be posted on-site. A physician shall be retained on-site to be
available for treating site personnel.
8.8.1 First Aid Procedures
First aid trained personnel shall only give first aid and stabilize an individual needing
assistance. Life support techniques such as CPR and treatment of life threatening problems
such as airway obstruction, and shock will be given top priority. At least one person
trained in first aid/CPR trained shall be on-site during site operations. Professional
medical assistance shall be obtained at the earliest possible opportunity.
To provide first-line assistance to field personnel in the case of sickness or injury, the
following items will be immediately available:
• First aid kit
• Snake bite kit
• Portable emergency eye wash/ shower
• Supply of clean water
• Blood borne pathogen kit
• Fire blanket
• Stretcher
8.8.2 Medical Emergency Actions
If actual or suspected serious injury occurs, these steps shall be followed:
• Remove the exposed or injured person(s) from immediate danger and sound the
alarm (one long blast).
• Render first aid if necessary. Decontaminate affected personnel after critical first
aid given.
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• Obtain paramedic services or ambulance transport to local hospital. This procedure
shall be followed even if there is no visible injury.
• Other personnel in the work area shall be evacuated to a safe distance until the site
supervisor determines that it is safe for work to resume. If there is any doubt
regarding the condition of the area, work shall not commence until all hazard control
issues are resolved.
• Notify client of incident.
FIRE EMERGENCY ACTIONS
Portable fire extinguishers will be located at the site decontamination facility and on each
piece of mobile heavy construction equipment. The following procedures apply to fire
emergencies on-site:
• Sound the fire emergency alarm (two long blasts);
• Attempt to extinguish the fire by discharging the contents of portable fire
extinguishers in the area.
• If unable to extinguish the fire, sound the general site evacuation alarm and evacuate
the site.
• Notify off-site fire emergency responders and provide detailed information on the
fire emergency conditions.
• The SSO will interface with the fire department upon arrival and provide technical
assistance.
8.10 EMERGENCY DECONTAMINATION
Any personnel requiring emergency medical attention shall be evacuated immediately from
the exclusion and contamination-reduction zones. Personnel shall not enter the area to
attempt a rescue if their own lives would be threatened. The decision whether or not to
decontaminate a victim prior to evacuation is based on the type and severity of the illness
or injury an the nature of the contaminant. For some emergency victims, immediate
decontamination may be an essential part of life saving first aid. For others,
decontamination may aggravate the injury or delay life saving treatment. If
decontamination does not interfere with essential treatment, it should be performed.
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If decontamination can be performed:
• Wash external clothing and cut it away.
If decontamination cannot be performed:
• Wrap the victim in blankets or plastic to reduce contamination of other personnel.
• Alert emergency and off-site medical personnel to potential contamination; instruct
them about specific decontamination procedures.
• Send along site personnel familiar with the incident.
8.11 GENERAL SITE EVACUATION
A general site evacuation will be ordered in the event of a fire, explosion, spill or toxic
vapor release where on-site personnel are unable to control the emergency condition.
8.11.1 Safe Distance and Places of Refuge
The on-site assembly point will be located in the SZ where site personnel are accounted for
and emergency services are contacted. The 550 will evaluate the emergency situation based
on the hazards posed to site personnel remaining at the on-site assembly point, then
determine the need and location of further off-site evacuation and assembly points.
8.11.2 Evacuation Routes and Procedures
The emergency evacuation signal will be three long blasts with an air horn. Evacuation
routes will be designated that direct evacuation from the EZ in an upwind direction. A
wind sock will be erected in a prominent location on-site so a visual determination of
upwind direction may be made by personnel evacuating the site. In cases of uncontrollable
emergencies such as fire, explosion, or toxic vapor release, a site evacuation shall be
implemented as follows:
• Sound the emergency warning signal (three long blasts with air horn).
• Stop work activities and evacuate the EZ in an upwind direction.
• Assemble in the SZ and account for personnel. Dispatch a response team equipped
with appropriate PPE (minimum Level B protection) and rescue unaccounted
personnel.
• Contact off-site emergency response services.
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8.12 RESPONSE FOLLOW-UP
The SS0 must complete an incident investigation form for site emergencies within 24 hours
of the incident and submit/ fax it to their Division Manger. Incidents involving potential
Lost Time Accident (LT A) injuries, overexposure incidents, property damage or
emergencies causing general site evacuations must be reported within 24 hours after incident
occurrence to:
Angelo Liberatore
Regional Health and Safety Director
[phone]
[phone] (home)
[phone] (fax)
The 550 will identify the cause(s) of the incident and take action to prevent occurrence.
The 550 will also evaluate the effectiveness of the site's emergency response procedures
and institute corrective actions when warranted.
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Emergency Telephone Numbers
Local Agencies All services
Police Dept.
Fire Department
Ambulance
Hospital
Moore County Regional Hospital
Jim Cloonan, Rust
Regional Poison Control Center
State Agencies
State Highway Patrol
Emergency Management
Regional Office -Air Quality
Federal Agencies
EPA Region Branch Response Center
National Response Center
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
Bernie Hayes, EPA RPM
Project Manager
Kent Geis
Project Health and Safety, Mark Wilson CIH
OHM Corporation (24 hour)
Note:
Additional phone numbers in Section 2.0 this
CHSP
911
911
911
[phone]
[phone]
800-672-1697
800-441-6127
[phone]
[phone]
[phone]
800-424-8802
[phone] (24 HR)
[phone] Ext 2048
[phone]
[phone]
800-537-9540
Route to hospital: (This will be completed on-site after the PM, 55, SO drive the route.)
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9.0 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
As a prerequisite to employment at OHM, all field employees are required to take a 40-hour
training class and pass a written examination. This training covers all forms of personal
protective equipment, toxicological effects of various chemicals,hazard communication,
bloodbome pathogens, handling of unknown tanks and drums confined-space entry
procedures, and electrical safety. This course is in full compliance with OSHA requirements
in 29 CFR 1910.120. In addition, all employees receive annual 8-hour refresher training and
three day on-site training under a trained experienced supervisor. Supervisory personnel
receive an additional 8-hour training in handling hazardous waste operations. Copies of
certification of this training will be maintained on-site for all workers assigned to this
project.
All personnel entering the exclusion zone will be trained in the provisions of this site safety
plan and be required to sign the Health and Safety Plan Certification in Appendix C.
All personnel .will have a minimum of three days actual field experience under the direct
supervision of a trained, experienced supervisor. This training may be from other sites.
All subcontractor personnel who enter the EZ will meet these training requirements.
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10.0 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM
All OHM personnel participate in a medical and health monitoring program. This program
is initiated when the employee starts work with a complete physical and medical history
and is continued on a regular basis. A listing of OHM's worker medical profile is shown
below. This program was developed in conjunction with a consultant toxicologist and
OHM's occupational health physician. Other medical consultants are retained when
additional expertise is required. Medical certification for all site workers assigned to the
project will be within the past 6 months and be maintained on-site.
All subcontractor personnel who enter the EZ will meet these requirements.
The medical surveillance program meets the requirements of the OSHA Standard 29 CFR
1910.120 (f).
Table 10.1
Worker Medical Profile
Item Initial Annual
Medical History X X
Work History X X
Visual Acuity and Tonometry X X
Pulmonary Function Tests X X
Physical Examination X X
' Audiometry Tests X X
Chest X-Ray X X
Complete Blood Counts X X
Blood Chem. (SSAC-23 or equivalent) X X
Urinalysis X X
Dermatology Examination X X
Electrocardiogram/Stress Test X X (based
on age) .. Specific Tests (as reqmred): None
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10.l EXAMINATION SCHEDULE
Employees are examined initially upon start of employment, annually thereafter, and may
be examined upon termination of employment. Unscheduled medical examinations are
conducted:
• At employee request after known or suspected exposure to toxic or
hazardous materials
• At the discretion of the client, the CIH, 550, or OHM occupational physician
after known or suspected exposure to toxic or hazardous materials
• At the discretion of the OHM occupational physician
All nonscheduled medical examinations will include, as a minimum, all items specified
above for periodic surveillance examination, with the exception of the chest x-ray, which
will be conducted at the discretion of the occupational physician performing the
examination.
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Anti-fog
Bleach
Breathing air
Diesel fuel
Fire extinguishers
Gasoline
Gear lube
Grease
Hydraulic oil
APPENDIXA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS
Isobutylene (calibration gas)
Isopropyl alcohol
Liquid detergent
Methane (calibration gas)
Motor oil
Pentane (calibration gas) .
Starting fluid
WD-40
Available on-site or upon request
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SPECIFIC HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
SOP No. 18 Respiratory Protection
SOP No. 19 Hearing Conservation Program
SOP No. 21 Decontamination
SOP No. 22 Heat Stress
SOP No. 24 Confined Space Entry
SOP No. 26 Hot Work
SOP No. 27 Lockout/Tagout
SOP No. 28 Excavation
SOP No. 30 High Pressure Washers
SOP No. 31 Cranes and Hoisting
SOP No. 32 Powered Industrial Trucks
SOP No. 33 Personal Lifting Safety
SOP No. 34 Slip, Trip, Fall Prevention
SOP No. 41 Equipment and Hand Tools
SOP No. 45 Vehicle Safety
SOP No. 49 Contractor Requirements
SOP No. 51 Equipment Inspection
Available on-site or upon request
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SAFETY PLAN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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WORKER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO HEAL TH-AND-SAFETY PLAN
I HA VE READ THE SITE-SAFETY PLAN FOR THIS SITE AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS.
NAME DATE
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APPENDIXD
HEAL TH AND SAFETY FORMS
Accident/Injury /Illness Report Form
Accident/Injury /Illness Status Report Form
First Aid Log
Daily Safety Meeting Log
Instrument Calibration Logs (LEL/PID)
Air Monitoring Instrument (Direct Reading) Logs
Heavy Equipment Inspection Forms
Fire Extinguisher Checklist/Inventory Form
SCBA/SAR Inspection Forms
Project Site Safety Inspection Checklist (weekly)
SSO Daily Report
Air Sampling and Analysis Log
Air Sampling Data Sheet
Chain-of-Custody Record
Available on-site or upon request
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