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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHOAG_MITIGATION_MONITORING_EAST_ADDITION*NEW FILE* MITIGATION_MON'ITORING_ EAST ADDITION SITE HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN FOR THE HOAG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PRESBYTERIAN MASTER PLAN Prepared by EAST ADDI TION Prepared for: Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian One Hoag Drive Newport Beach, CA 92658 August 19, 1999 Project No. 2218 GEOSCIENCE ANALYTICAL, INC. Geochemical, Environmental & Litigation Consultants MA Established March 1981 6 - 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General Information 5 I.A. Administrative Information I.B. Safety Equipment Requirements . 2. Introduction 7 3. Site Information 10 3.A. Site History 3.B. Chemicals of Concern 4. Project Personnel and Responsibilities 11 5. Job Site Hazard Assessment 12 5.A. Work Zones General Hazards 5.B. Chemical Hazards 13 5.C. Inhalation Hazard . 5.D. Dermal Exposure Hazard 5.E. Heat Stress 5.F. Noise 14 5.G. Electricity 5.H. Biological Hazard . 6. Heavy Equipment Hazard: Safety Guidelines For Drilling and Excavation 15 6.A. Off -Road Movement of Drill Rigs and Backhoes 6.B. Overhead and Buried Utilities 16 6.C. Clearing the Work Area 17 - 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS (cont.) 6.D. Housekeeping On and Around the Drill Rig or Backhoe . 6.E. Safe Use of Hand Tools 18 6.F. Safe Use of Wire Line Hoists, Wire Rope and Hoisting Hardware 6.G. Safe Use of Augers 20 6.H. Start-up 21 6.I. Safety During Drilling and Backhoe Operations 22 7. General Health and Safety Requirements 24 7.A. Physical Examinations and Site Training 7.B. Site Safety Meeting 7.C. The Site Safety Officer 25 7.D. Safety Completion Reports . 7.E. Visitor Clearances 8. Site Specific Health and Safety Requirements 26 8.A. Drilling and Digging Operations ., 8.B. Heat Stress 8.C. Noise . 8.D. Personnel and Equipment Decontamination 8.E. Traffic 27 9. Emergency Response Procedures 28 9.A. Directions to the Nearest Hospital - 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS (cont.) 10. Responsible Individuals 29 11. Approval/Distribution of Health and Safety Plan 30 12. Appendix 32 12.A. Figure 1: Site Plan 33 - 5 - GENERAL INFORMATION Administrative Information Site Name: Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian Site Location: 301 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, CA Project Manager: Fleet E. Rust, Ph.D. Project Health and Safety Officer: Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT ASCP Site Manager: Site Health and.Safety Officer: Effective Date: Expiration Date Safety Equipment Requirements Hard Hat Steel -Toed Rubber Boots Gloves/Neoprene/Butyl First Aid Kit Fire Extinguisher Eye Protection Fleet E. Rust, Ph.D. Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT ASCP 20 August 1999 19 August 2000 Hearing Protection (disposable ear plugs) Uncoated Tyvek Coveralls Saranex Coveralls Respirator (half -face with high -efficiency combination organic vapor cartridges) Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Explosimeter (combustible Detector(s) detector(s) - 7 - The City of Newport Beach has accepted the Health and Safety Plan devised by GeoScience Analytical, Inc. (April 4, 1992) for worker safety during drilling, excavation and sampling operations carried out for a methane/hydrogen sulfide gas flaring program on West Coast Highway. The property, known as the Lower Campus, is owned by Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and is currently the site of the Cancer Center and Child Care Center. The Health and Safety Plan is now being. augmented to establish requirements and guidelines for worker health and safety during drilling, excavation and construction operations associated with the construction of the East Addition project on the Upper Campus at its northeast corner as called for in the Hoag Hospital Master Plan Project. The City of Newport Beach imposed certain requirements in Mitigation Measures (MM's) for construction phases of the Hoag Master Plan Project. In part, these MM's are for the prevention of injury, the avoidance of unknown hazards, the monitoring of possible exposures, and the correct response to serious exposure or accident that may be caused by subsurface combustible or poisonous gases. Construction, maintenance and supervisory personnel may encounter these gases in conjunction with excavation activities associated with installation of the hydrogen sulfide treatment system. The safety rules given in this plan cannot cover every eventuality. It is expected, therefore, that all workers involved will exercise good judgment in all safety matters even though not specifically mentioned. Specific Mitigation Measures required by the City of Newport Beach addressing health and safety issues have been made a part of the Health and Safety Plan and are highlighted as follows: MM 52-- °A soil gas sampling and monitoring program shall be"conducted for the areas to be graded and/or excavated. Systematic sampling and analysis shall include methane and hydrogen sulfide gas. Samples shall be taken just below the surface, at depth intervals within the removal zone, and at -a depth below the depth of actual disturbance. The individual(s) performing this initial study may be at risk of exposure to significant- and possibly lethal- doses of hydrogen sulfide, and shall be appropriately protected as required. Response to MM #52-- Soil gas sampling/monitoring/field analysis for H2S and methane will be conducted for any excavation related to the containment structure, - 8 - trenching of new gas gathering/distribution lines, the sulfur treatment system pad, and the flare re -positioning. Samples will be field evaluated upon the first breaking of ground, at a depth of 11, at the maximum structure depth, and approximately 11 below maximum structure/disturbance depth. Gas monitors will be utilized for the detection of methane and H2S gases. The actual equipment to be utilized is described later in this document. Personnel will have access to SCBA breathing devices on site during excavation activities. MM 53-- "A site safety plan shall be developed that addresses the risks associated with exposures to methane and hydrogen sulfide. Each individual taking part in the sampling and monitoring program shall receive training on the potential hazards and on proper personal protective equipment. This training shall be at least at the level required by CFR 2910.120." Response to MM #53-- All for H2S and CH4 (methane) procedures during use of covered. aspects of a Site Safety Plan are addressed herein. Safety heavy equipment are also MM 55-- "Continuous monitoring for methane and hydrogen sulfide shall be conducted during the disturbance of the soils and during any construction activities that may result in an increase of seepage of the gases. The project sponsor shall maintain a continuous monitor in the immediate vicinity of the excavation, and a personal monitor, with an alarm, shall be worn by each worker with a potential for exposure." Response to MM #55-- Continuous monitoring for exposure to H2S and methane gases will be conducted at all times that soil is disturbed to a depth in excess of 1 foot below grade. This monitoring will take place in the form of portable H2S/methane gas detector(s) with audible and visual alarms and will be performed by an operator in the presence of at least one (1) additional person: i.e., there will always be at least two (2,) people present during soil excavation. When performing operations in areas where H2S and methane vapors may accumulate, such as the manifold vault for example, the safety procedures employed for soil disturbance will be followed. MM 74-- "During construction, Project Sponsor shall ensure that an explosimeter is used to monitor methane levels and percentage range. Additionally, construction contractors shall be required to have a Health and Safety Plan that includes procedures for worker/site safety for methane. If dangerous levels of methane are discovered, construction in the vicinity shall stop, the City of Newport Beach Fire Department shall be notified and appropriate procedures followed in order to contain the methane to acceptable and safe levels." Response to MM #74-- The general requirements of this MM are satisified by the response to MM #55, listed above. In the case of dangerous levels of methane, the Fire Department will be notified and appropriate measures taken to contain the level of methane gas. - 10 - SITE INFORMATION The site is located in Newport Beach, California, as shown in Figure 1. The site covers approximately 10 acres and is comprised of Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and associated buildings, parking structures & lots and landscaped areas. Site History The site geochemistry has been studied by Geoscience Analytical, Inc. and most recently presented in a report concerning the area of the East Addition. Chemicals of Concern Assessment of the chemicals potentially on site has found them to be trace amounts of light hydrocarbons and asbestos. Asbestos has been previously identified within the Conference Center. Asbestos removal shall be in accordance with procedures described in a report entitled "Asset Environmental Work Practices and Removal Practices for the Removal of Asbestos Containing Materials and Lead Based Paints" dated April 22, 1999. South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1403 entitled "Asbestos Emissions from Demolition/Renovation Activity" dated April 8, 1994 shall be followed. Soils tests have not identified the presence of harmful levels of toxic heavy metals (CAM metals), corrosivity, or elevated concentrations of petroleum related or derived non-gaseous hydrocarbons. PROJECT PERSONNEL & RESPONSIBILITIES Project Manager: Health & Safety Officer: Fleet E. Rust, Ph.D. Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT/ASCP Site Health & Safety Officer: Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT/ASCP The GSA Project Manager or Site Health and Safety officer under the supervision of the Health and Safety officer will have the responsibility for the safe conduct of the other GSA personnel on site and for consultation with the Health and Safety Officer when additional support is needed. Other contractors or personnel on site will fulfill their responsiblities for safety through their respective Health and Safety Officers. The GSA Site and Health Safety Officer/Project Manager will perform the following tasks: Locate an easily seen wind direction indicator; Ensure protective equipment use is adequate for site activities; Properly maintain on -site safety equipment; See that proper decontamination procedures are followed; See that workers properly observe work zones; Monitor air quality on a timely basis. The Project Manager/Site Health and Safety Officer can halt work if unsafe environmental conditions occur or if individuals are acting in an unsafe manner. All GSA personnel are proclaimed to be of good health prior to commencement of work at the site. Subcontractor personnel on site must work with the Health and Safety Plan as follows: Ensure that work crews comply with the Health and Safety Plan; Work safely and report unsafe conditions to an immediate supervisor or proper representative; Be particularly watchful for heat stress or site contamination. - 12 - •JOB SITE HAZARD ASSESSMENT Work Zones General Hazards At the location of the northeastern Upper Campus, work zones will be established that will consist of restricted areas at a distance of twenty five (251) feet from all excavation, construction or repair activities. Within these zones good industrial hygiene and safety practices will prevail: There will be no eating, drinking, gum or tobacco chewing or smoking or other activities allowed that increase the chance of ingestion by hand-to-mouth motions; Hands and faces will be washed with soapy water when leaving the work zone; No alcoholic beverages will be consumed at the job site or within work zones. Medicines will not be used unless specifically approved by a qualified physician. At least two (2) persons should be present during activities within work zones. Within the work zones, personnel should wear or use: Impact resistant safety glasses for eye protection; Hard hats for head protection during construction/excavation; Neoprene rubber gloves for hand protection during sampling and materials handling; Steel -toed boots or Neoprene rubber boots with steel toes and shanks for foot protection; Disposable ear plugs when around operating heavy equipment for ear protection. Personal protection equipment at Level D is sufficient based on the hazards known to be present at the site. - 13 - Chemical Hazards Carbon monoxide will be present in equipment exhaust. Soils testing has not identified significant quantities of other toxic or hazardous materials. inhalation Hazard Inhalation hazards may consist of dust or CO from equipment exhausts. The Site Health and Safety Officer will ensure that excessive dust or high concentrations of CO shall be avoided. Dermal Exposure Hazard Protective neoprene gloves shall be worn during the handling of the soil or soil contaminated tools in the event soil contamination is encountered. No dermal hazards are expected on -site. Protective goggles must be worn if contaminated soils are identified by visual observations. Saranex coveralls must be worn when drilling in wet conditions. If unexpected liquids are encountered, drilling must be halted while personnel change into Saranex coveralls. Further splash protection will be augmented by taping the cuff of the pant legs to the boot and likewise the sleeve to the wrist. Uncoated Tyvek will be used only during dry conditions. Should contaminated soils be collected using LUFT protocol chain -of -custody maintained to a analyses. Heat Stress be encountered, samples will and transported with State Certified.Laboratory for Due to the coastal conditions in which drilling activities will take place, heat stress should not be a concern. Water will be made available so workers can conveniently consume fluids. Heat stress can result when protective clothing decreases•natural body ventilation. If temperatures on -site exceed 85 degrees F while protective coveralls are being worn, then heat stress monitoring may be required. Personnel will be observed -for dizziness, profuse sweating, skin - 14 - color change, vision problems and increased heart rate. Anyone exhibiting these symptoms will be relieved of field work and given the opportunity to drink cool water or electrolyte fluids (1 - 2 qts.) while resting in a cool area until symptoms have disappeared. If symptoms persist or worsen, the individual will be taken to the emergency room at Hoag Hospital (Emergency Response Procedures). Noise Hearing protection (disposable earplugs) should be worn by personnel within the 251 exclusion zone when the drill rig or backhoe or heavy equipment is operating. The threshhold limit value for noise exposure is 85 dBA for an eight (8) hour exposure and 90 dBA for a four (4) hour exposure. Electricity Electrical risk is associated with overhead power lines, buried power lines and some types of equipment. Underground lines will be located using Dig Alert. Measures will be implemented to reduce or eliminate electrical risk associated with these hazards (see also Safety Guidelines for Drilling and Excavation (Backhoe)). Biological Hazards Biological hazards including poisonous animals and plants, viruses, and bacteria are minimal. - 15 - HEAVY EQUIPMENT HAZARDS: SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR DRILLING AND EXCAVATION Drill rig and backhoe maintenance and safety is responsibility of the drill rig and backhoe operators, respectively. The following information is provided as guidelines for safe practices onsite. Off -Road Movement of Drill Rigs and Backhoes the general The following safety guidelines relate to off -road movement: Before moving a drill rig and backhoe, first walk the route of travel, inspecting for depressions, slumps, gulleys, ruts and similar obstacles. "None of these are expected on the subject site." Always check the brakes of a drill rig or backhoe' carrier before traveling, particularly on rough, uneven or hilly ground. Discharge all passengers before moving a drill rig and backhoe on rough or hilly terrain. Engage the front axle when traveling off highway on hilly terrain. Use caution when traveling side -hill. Conservatively evaluate side -hill capability of Drill Rigs and Backhoes, because the arbitrary addition of drilling tools may raise the center of mass. When possible, travel directly uphill or downhill. Attempt to cross obstacles such as'small logs and small erosion channels or ditches squarely, not at an angle. Use the assistance of someone on the ground as a guide when lateral or overhead clearance is close. After the drilling rig has been moved to a new drilling site, set all brakes and/or locks. When grades are steep, block the wheels. Never travel off -road with the mast (derrick) of the drill rig in the raised or,partially raised position. - 16 - Tie down loads on the drill rig and backhoe and support trucks during transport. Overhead and Buried Utilities The use of a drill rig or backhoe near electrical power lines and other utilities requires that special precautions be taken by both supervisors and members of the exploration crew. Electricity can shock, it can burn and it can cause death. Overhead and buried utilities should be located, noted and emphasized on all boring location plans and boring assignment sheets. When overhead electrical power lines exist at or near a drilling site or project, consider all wires to be live and dangerous. Watch for sagging power lines before entering a site. Do not lift power lines to gain entrance. Call the utility and ask them to lift or raise the lines and deenergize. Before raising the drill rig mast on a site in the vicinity of power lines, walk completely around the drill rig. Determine what the minimum distance from any point on the drill rig'to the nearest power line will be when the mast is raised and/or being raised. Do not raise the mast or operate the drill rig if this distance is less than 20 ft. Keep in mind that both hoist lines and overhead power lines can be moved toward each other by the wind. If there are any questions whatsoever concerning the safety of drilling on sites in the vicinity of overhead power lines, call the power company. The power company will provide expert advice at.the drilling site as a public service and at no cost. Underground electricity is as dangerous as overhead electricity. Be aware and always suspect the existence of underground utilities such as electrical power, gas, petroleum, telephone, sewer and water. Always contact the owners of utility lines or the nearest undergound utility location service before drilling. The utility personnel should determine the location of underground lines, mark and flag the locations, and determine jointly with utility personnel what specific precautions must be taken to assure safety. If a sign warning of underground utilities is located on - 17 - a site boundary, do not assume that underground utilities are located on or near the boundary or property line under the sign. Call the utility and check it out. The underground utilities may be a considerable distance away from the warning sign. clearing the Work Area Prior to drilling or digging, adequate site cleaning and leveling should be performed to accommodate the drill rig or backhoe and supplies and provide a safe working area. Drilling should not be commenced when tree limbs, unstable ground or site obstructions cause unsafe tool handling conditions. Note: In coordination with the Drilling Crew, the Site Health and Safety officer will review the precautions taken to insure that the drill rig or backhoe is leveled and stabilized. Housekeeping On and Around the Drill Rig or Backhoe The first requirement for safe field operations is that the Site Safety officer understands and fulfills the responsibility for maintenance and "housekeeping" on and around the drill rig or backhoe. Suitable storage locations should be provided for all tools, materials and supplies so that they can be conveniently and safely handled without hitting or falling on a member of the drill crew or a visitor. Avoid storing or transporting tools, materials or supplies within or on the mast of the drill rig or backhoe. Pipe, drill rods, bits casing, augers and similar drilling tools should be neatly stacked on racks or sills to prevent spreading, rolling or sliding. Penetration or other driving hammers should be placed at a safe location on the ground or be secured to prevent movement when not in use. Work areas, platforms, walkways, scaffolding and other access ways should be kept free of materials, obstructions and substances such as ice, excess grease, or oil that could cause a surface to become slick or otherwise hazardous. Keep all controls, control linkages, warning and operation lights and lenses free of oil, grease and/or ice. Do not store gasoline in any portable container other than a non -sparking, red container with a flame arrester in the fill spout and having the word "gasoline" easily visible. Safe Use of Hand Tools There are almost an infinite number of hand tools that can be used on or around a drill rig or backhoe. "Use the tool for its intended purpose" is the most important rule. The following are a few specific and some general suggestions which apply to safe use of several hand tools that are often used on and around Drill Rigs and Backhoes. * When a tool becomes damaged, either repair it before using it again or get rid of it. * When using a hammer, any kind of hammer for any purpose, wear safety glasses and require all others near you to wear safety glasses. * When using a chisel, any kind of chisel, for any purpose, wear safety glasses and require all others around you to wear safety glasses. * Keep all tools cleaned and orderly stored when not in use. * Replace hook and heel jaws when they become visibly worn. * When breaking tool joints on the ground or on a drilling platform, position your hands so that your fingers will not be smashed between the wrench handle and the ground or the platform, should the wrench slip or the joint suddenly let go. Safe Use of Wire Line Hoists Wire Rope and Hoisting Hardware The use of wire line hoists, wire rope, and hoisting hardware should be as stipulated by the American Iron and Steel Instituters Wire Rope Users Manual. All wire ropes and fittings should be visually inspected during use and thoroughly inspected at least once a week for abrasion, broken wires, wear, reduction in rope diameter, reduction in wire diameter, fatigue, corrosion, damage from heat, improper weaving, jamming, crushing, bird caging, kinking, - 19 - core protrusion and damage to lifting hardware and any other feature that would lead to failure. Wire ropes should be replaced when inspection indicates excessive damage according to the wire rope users manual. If a ball -bearing type hoisting swivel is used to hoist drill rods, swivel bearings should be inspected and lubricated daily to assure that the swivel freely rotates under load. If a rod slipping device is used to hoist drill rods, do not drill through or rotate drill rods through the slipping device, do not hoist more than 1 foot of the drill rod column above the top of the mast, do not hoist a rod column with loose tool joints and do not make up, tighten or loosen tool joints while the rod column is being supported by a slipping device. If drill rods should slip back into the borehole, do not attempt to brake the fall of the rods with your hands. Most sheaves on drill rigs are stationary with a single part line. The number of parts of line should not ever be increased without first consulting with the manufacturer of the drill rig. Wire ropes must be properly matched with each sheave. The following procedures and precautions must be understood and implemented for safe use of wire ropes and rigging hardware. Use tool handling hoists only for vertical lifting of tools. Do not use tool handling hoists to pull on objects away from the drill rig or backhoe; however, drills may be moved using the main hoist as the wire rope is spooled through proper sheaves according to the manufacturer's recommendations. When stuck tools or similar loads cannot be raised with a hoist, disconnect the hoist line and connect the stuck tools directly to the feed mechanism of the drill. Do not use hydraulic leveling jacks for added pull to the hoist line or the feed mechanism of the drill. When attempting to pull out a mired down vehicle or drill rig or backhoe carrier, only use a winch on the front or rear of the vehicle or drill rig or backhoe carrier and stay as far away as.possible from the wire rope. Do not attempt to use tool hoists to pull out a mired down vehicle or drill rig or backhoe carrier. Minimize shock loading of a wire rope - apply loads smoothly and steadily. * Protect wire rope from sharp corners or edges. - 20 - * Replace faulty guides and rollers. * Replace worn sheaves or worn sheave bearings. * Replace damaged safety latches on safety hooks before using. * Know the safe working load of the equipment• and tackle being used. Never exceed this limit. * Clutches and brakes of hoists should be periodically inspected and tested. * Know and do not exceed the rated capacity of hooks, rings, links, swivels, shackles and other lifting aids. * Always wear gloves when handling wire ropes. * Do not guide wire ropes on hoist drums with your hands. * Following the installation of a new wire rope, first lift a light load to allow the wire rope to adjust. * Never carry out any hoisting operations when the weather conditions are such that hazards to personnel, the public or property are created. * Never leave a load suspended in the air when the hoist is unattended. * Keep your hands away from hoists, wire rope, hoisting hooks, sheaves and pinch points as slack is being taken up and when the load is being hoisted. * Never hoist the load over the head, body or feet of any personnel. Safe Use of Augers The following general procedures should be used when advancing a boring with continuous flight or hollow -stem augers: - 21 - * Prepare to start an auger boring with the drill rig level, the clutch or hydraulic rotation control disengaged, the transmission in low gear and the engine running at low RPM. * The operator and tool handler must establish a system of responsibility for the series of various activities required for auger drilling, such as connecting and disconnecting auger sections, and inserting and removing the auger fork. The operator must assure that the tool handler is well away from the auger column and that the auger fork is removed before starting rotation. * Only use the manufacturer's recommended method of securing the auger to the power coupling. Do not touch the coupling or the auger with your hands, a wrench or any other tools during rotation. * Whenever possible, use tool hoists to handle auger sections. * Never place hands or fingers under the bottom of an auger section when hoisting the auger over the top of the auger section in the ground or other hard surfaces such as the drill rig platform. * Never allow feet to get under the auger section that is being hoisted. * When rotating augers, stay clear of the rotating auger and other rotating components of the drill rig. Never reach behind or around a rotating auger for any reason whatever. * Never use your hands or feet to,move cuttings away from the auger. * Augers should be cleaned only when the drill rig is in neutral and the augers are stopped from rotating. Start Up All drill rig or backhoe personnel and visitors should be instructed to "stand clear" of the drill rig or backhoe - 22 - immediately prior to and during starting of an engine. Make sure all gear boxes are in neutral, all hoist levers are disengaged, all hydraulic levers are in the correct nonactuating positions and the cathead rope is not on the cathead before starting a drill rig or backhoe engine. Safety During Drilling and Backhoe Operations Safety requires the attention and cooperation of every worker and site visitor. Do not drive the drill rig or backhoe from hole to hole with the mast in the raised position. Before raising the mast look up to check for overhead obstructions. Before raising the mast, all drill rig personnel and visitors should be cleared from the areas immediately to the rear and the sides of the mast. All drill rig personnel and visitors should be informed that the mast is being raised prior to raising it. Before the mast of a drill rig is raised and drilling is commenced, the drill rig must be first leveled and stabilized with leveling jacks and/or solid cribbing. The drill rig should be releveled if it settles after initial set up. Lower the mast only when leveling jacks are down and do not raise the leveling jack pads until the mast is lowered completely. Before starting drilling operations, secure and/or lock the mast if required according to the drill manufacturer's recommendations. The operator of a drill rig or backhoe should only operate a drill rig or backhoe from the position of the controls. The operator should shut down the drill engine before leaving the vicinity of the drill. Do not consume alcoholic beverages or other depressants or chemical stimulants prior to starting work on a drill rig or backhoe or while on the job. Watch for slippery ground when mounting/dismounting from the platform. All unattended boreholes and trenches must be adequately covered or otherwise protected to prevent drill rig or backhoe personnel, site visitors or animals from stepping or falling into the hole. All open boreholes should be covered, protected, - 23 - or backfilled adequately and according to local or state regulations on completion of the drilling project. "Horsing around" within the vicinity of the drill rig or backhoe and tool and supply storage areas should never be allowed, even when the drill rig or backhoe is shut down. Before lifting a relatively heavy object, approach the object by bending at the knees, keeping your back vertical and unarched while obtaining a firm footing. Grasp the object firmly with both hands and stand slowly and squarely while keeping your back vertical and unarched. In other words, perform the lifting with the muscles in your legs, not with the muscles in your lower back. - 24 - GENERAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Physical Examinations and Site Training All GeoScience Analytical, Inc. (GSA) personnel are required to have undergone a complete physical examination where the examining physician has declared them physically able to work on a hazardous waste site and to participate in all activities required of them in that position. All GSA personnel are also required to have completed a basic hazardous waste training class wherein they are fit tested for a respirator. Site safety Meeting Site safety orientation/training meetings must be convened a) before the field team begins work at the site, b) when there are modifications to the site safety plan that are applicable to the field personnel, and c) when additional staff of subcontractors begin field work. Meetings will be attended by personnel involved in carrying out the project and presided over by the Site Health and Safety Officer. A list of attendees will be provided to the Project Health and Safety officer. At a minimum, the meeting agenda must include: a. a review of the Site Safety Plan; b. distribution of Site Safety Plan modifications; c. attendee signatures, acknowledging receipt and understanding of the plan and agreement to comply. - 25 - The Site Safety Officer The Site Health and Safety Officer is responsible for carrying out the health and safety requirements detailed in this plan and has the authority to halt work or dismiss people from the site if they do not adhere to the plan. The Site Health and Safety Officer should maintain a list of addresses and telephone numbers of emergency assistance units (ambulance services, police, hospitals, etc.) and inform other members of the drill crew of the existence and location of this list. He will maintain a copy of the Health and Safety Plan on site. safetV Completion Reports The Site Health and Safety Officer will prepare a Safety Completion Report to be submitted at the end of the project to the Project Health and Safety Officer. These reports will include a documented list of meter readings, protection decisions, actions, etc. as required by HS-509. Visitor Clearances Maximum efforts will be made to restrict unauthorized personnel from entering within 25 feet of the work area unless they comply with the safety requirements of this plan. - 26 - SITE SPECIFIC HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Drilling and Digging Operations A section of this health and safety plan has outlined . general safety guidelines for drilling and excavation which should be followed. Further requirements are as follows. Where necessary, level pads must be constructed to ensure that the rig is in no danger of tipping over during operation. A work area will also be defined around the drilling rig with barricades (25 foot radius) and no one will be allowed inside without appropriate protective gear. During drilling operations personnel within the work zone (25 feet) must wear steel -toed boots or steel toe, steel shank, rubber boots, Tyvek coveralls, butyl -neoprene gloves, hard hat, and safety goggles or glasses. Heat stress Due to the Southern California climate, heat stress may be a concern. Commercially available water and GatorAde will be made available. Heat stress can result when protective clothing decreases natural body ventilation. If temperatures on -site exceed 85 degrees F while protective coveralls are being worn, then heat stress monitoring will be required. Noise Hearing protection must be worn by the drill rig or backhoe operator and helper and all others within the work zone while the heavy equipment is in operation. Personnel and Equipment Decontamination A decontamination station and procedure will be established by the -Site Health and Safety Officer during site mobilization. This will consist of a liquid soap and warm water wash for boots, gloves, respirators, and hard hat. Tyvek will be placed in a plastic bag.and then disposed of. Prior to eating or drinking, the hands and face will be washed with soap and water. The decontamination station will be outside the 25' - 27 - work zones. Soil sampling equipment will be steam cleaned prior to initial use and after final field operations. Between each sampling, equipment will be cleaned with a TSP solution followed by two (2) clean water rinses. Traffic When a work site encroaches upon public streets, the possibility of an individual being injured or struck by vehicular traffic must be considered. At all times, personnel must be aware when moving from a protected area. Barricades and devices must be used to warn traffic. EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES In the event of fire, explosion, injury, or accident, contact the appropriate site emergency response group from the list below: Fire Department: Hospital: Ambulance: Paramedics: Poison Control: GeoScience Analytical, Inc. Directions to the Nearest Hospital (949) 645-8600 911 911 (800) 411-8080 (805) 526-6532 The nearest hospital to the site is: Hoag Memorial Hospital 301 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, CA Directions to the hospital from the site are as follows:• Proceed from the job site east along Hospital Road and turn left at Hoag Drive and follow the signs to the Hoag Emergency Room. - 29 - RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS Project Manager: Fleet E. Rust, Ph.D. Project H/S Officer: Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT ASCP Site H/S Officer: Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT ASCP - 30 - APPROVAL/DISTRIBUTION OF HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN Position Name Signature Project Manager: Fleet E. Rust, Ph.D. Project HIS Officer: Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT ASCP Corporate Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT ASCP HIS Officer: Site HIS Officer: Cynthia M. Pandolfi, MT ASCP The following have read this plan and understand its provisions: Company GSA GSA GSA HOAG Name Fleet E. Rust Louis J. Pandolfi Cynthia M. Pandolfi Signature East Addition Area FIGURE 1 Poo SITE PLAN—,� I,l. �Lt li;� l � .,, \ . ;: AI �... .� am n cau cerrns ,� PARKING fl O