3 1 1997 BLACK &VEATCH · 8400 Word Porkwoy, P.O. Box No. 8405, Konsoj City, Missouri 64114, (913)...

3 1 1997BLACK &VEATCH

8400 Word Porkwoy, P.O. Box No. 8405, Konsoj City, Missouri 64114, (913) 458-2000

USEPA Region VIIWaterloo RI/FS / RemovalRAC W.A. #s 018-RSP-07EM and015-VOP-07EM

BVSPC Project 46512.201 / 46511.251BVSPC File C.3.2/E.3

October 27, 1997

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency726 Minnesota AvenueKansas City, Kansas 66101

Subject: RI/FS - Removal OversightHealth and Safety Plan

Attention: Mr. Jim Colbert

Gentlemen:

Enclosed please find three copies of the health and safety plan (HASP)prepared for the removal and remedial investigation/feasibility study(RI/FS) oversight at the Waterloo Coal Gas Site. The HASP was prepared inanticipation of oversight of the potentially responsible party's (PRP's)additional well installation activities at the site to be conducted inNovember.

Please call when you have heard from the PRP's concerning the schedule forthe well installation activities.

Very truly yours,

BLACK & VEATCH SPECIAL PROJECTS CORP.

Genise M. WebberSite Manager

Enclosures

S00074305SUPERFUND RECORDS

Contents

Acronyms and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11.1 Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11.2 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11.3 Compliance with Site HASP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

2.0 Site Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12.1 Facility Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12.2 Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12.3 Summary of Previous Site Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22.4 Nature and Extent of Hazardous Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

3.0 Hazard Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

4.0 Personnel Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14.1 Training Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

4.1.1 Personnel Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14.1.2 Safety Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

4.2 Medical Surveillance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

5.0 Personal Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15.2 Chemical Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

5.2.1 Levels of Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15.2.2 Chemical Ensembles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

5.3 Hazards and Protection Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35.3.1 Level A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35.3.2 Level B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45.3.3 Level C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45.3.4 Level D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

5.4 Reassessment of Protection Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-55.5 Inspection of PPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

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5.6 Respiratory Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

6.0 Monitoring Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16.1 Real Time Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16.2 Air Monitoring Result Logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16.3 Personnel Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26.4 Operation, Maintenance and Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26.5 Initial Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26.6 Periodic Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36.7 Perimeter Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

7.0 Site Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17.1 Site Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17.2 Work Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

7.2.1 Exclusion Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27.2.2 Contamination Reduction Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37.2.3 Support Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

7.3 Buddy System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47.4 Audits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-57.5 Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

8.0 Safety and Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18.1 Standing Safety Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18.2 Medical Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

8.2.1 Chemical Exposure Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28.2.2 Accident Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-38.2.3 Hospital Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

8.3 Temperature Extremes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-48.3.1 Heat Stress Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-48.3.2 Cold Stress Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

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8.4 Decontamination Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-108.5.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-108.4.2 Emergency Decontamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-128.4.3 PPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-128.4.4 Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-138.4.5 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-148.4.6 Decontamination Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-148.4.7 Vehicle Decontamination Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14

8.5 Disposition of Decontamination Wastes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-158.5.1 Disposal Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-158.5.2 Contamination Reduction Corridor Breakdown . . . . . . . . . 8-15

8.6 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-158.6.1 Internal Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-158.6.2 External Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-168.6.3 Communication Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-178.6.4 Hazard Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18

8.7 Confined Space Entry Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18

9.0 Emergency Action Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19.1 Preplanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19.2 Reporting Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19.3 Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19.4 Emergency Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29.5 Fire or Explosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29.6 Spills or Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29.7 Evacuation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39.8 Critique of Response and Follow-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4

10.0 Team Member Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-110.1 Managerial Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

10.1.1 Health and Safety Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-110.1.2 Project Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

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10.2 Team Organization/Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-110.2.1 Site Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-110.2.2 Site Safety Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-110.2.3 Field Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

11.0 Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

12.0 Record of Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1

Appendix A Task Health and Safety Plan

Tables

Table 8-1 Suggested Frequency of Physiological Monitoring for Fit andAcclimatized Workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Table 8-2 Heat Stress Symptoms and Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9Table 8-3 Cold Work Environment Work Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Attachments

Attachment 1

Attachment 2Attachment 3Attachment 4Attachment 5Attachment 6Attachment 7

Hospital Emergency Route, Hospital Map, and EmergencyContactsChemicals of Concern and Applicable Regulatory StandardsMaterial Safety Data SheetsSafety Meeting ChecklistMedical Monitoring Examination ElementsMonitoring Equipment Action LevelsDecontamination Methods

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Acronyms and Abbreviations

ACGIHACPANSIBETXBVSPCCASCFRCIHCOCCPRCRCdbDOTE&EEKGEPAFIDFMGPSite Task HASPHSMIDLHLELLSIUmSIMECmg/kgmg/m3

MSDSMSHANIOSHOSHAPAHPCS

American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienistsaccess control pointAmerican National Standards Institutebenzene, ethylbenzene, toluene, and xylenesBlack & Veatch Special Projects Corp.Chemical Abstracts ServiceCode of Federal RegulationsCertified Industrial Hygenistchemicals of concerncardiopulmonary resuscitationcontamination reduction corridordecibelDepartment of TransportationEcology & EnvironmentelectrocardiogramUS Environmental Protection Agencyflame ionization detectorFormer Manufactured Gas PlantSite Health and Safety Program or Task Health and Safety Plan(project) health and safety managerimmediately dangerous to life or healthlower explosive limitListing Site InvestigationLimited Site InvestigationMidAmerica Energy Companymilligrams per kilogrammilligrams per cubic metermaterial safety data sheetMine Safety and Health AdministrationNational Institute for Occupational Safety and HealthOccupational Safety and Health Administrationpolynuclear aromatic hydrocarbonpolychlorinated biphenyl

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USAGEYDS

permissible exposure limitphoto ionization detectorproject managerpersonal protective equipmentparts per millionpolyvinyl chlorideremedial actionred blood cellrecommended exposure limitsSuperfund Amendments and Reauthorization Actself-contained breathing apparatussite safety coordinatordanger of cutaneous absorption with subsequent clinical effectsthreshold limit valuetime-weighted average exposure concentration for normal8-hour (TLV, PEL) or up to a 10-hour (REL) workday and40-hour workweekUnited States Army Corp of Engineersvehicle decontamination station

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1.0 Introduction

1.1 PurposeThis site health and safety program (Site HASP) will establish the site-specific

health and safety guidelines and procedures for activities at the Waterloo Coal GasSite. The Site HASP will be based on existing data and site reconnaissance and willbe in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) andEnvironmental Protection Agency regulations. The Site HASP will be approved bythe Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. (BVSPC) health and safety manager(HSM) or designee.

1.2 ScopeSpecific information or procedures that are applicable to all operations and tasks

at the site are included in Sections 1.0 through 9.0 of this Site HASP. Theseprocedures are applicable to all site activities unless otherwise stated in anappendices. Each appendix addresses a specific task and operation performed at theWaterloo Coal Gas Site, detailing the hazards and control measures. Each appendixis referred to as a task-specific health and safety plan (Task HASP).

1.3 Compliance with Site HASPConsistent with the contents of this Site HASP, work will be conducted in a safe

and environmentally acceptable manner, and all BVSPC personnel are required tocomply with the health and safety requirements specified herein. All field personnelunder this plan are required to read and familiarize themselves with the contents ofthis Site HASP and the associated Task HASP. Field personnel will indicate theirfamiliarization with these documents through the entry of a signature and date asspecified in Section 11.0, Certification, of this Site HASP and the Task HASP relatedto the work being performed.

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2.0 Site Background

The Waterloo Coal Gas Site is a former manufactured gas plant that operatedfrom approximately 1901 until 1956. It is believed that most of the gas plant wasdismantled from 1964 to 1967. The southeast corner of the site was once a creekchannel that led to the Cedar River. It is believed that the creek was filled with ash,cinders, and coal tar residue from the plant. As part of past waste handling practicesat the site it appears that coal tar residuals, ash, and associated wastes were spreadon unlined soils and used to fill in topographic lows. Previous investigations at thesite have found cyanide, total PAHs, benzene, ethylbenzene, toluene, and xylene(BETX) contamination at the site. Most of the site is currently owned byMidAmerica Energy Company (MEC).

A vicinity map showing the general location of the site is included asAttachment 1.

2.1 Facility DescriptionThe site is approximately 5 acres. The original coal gas site was located on

approximately 4 acres between Sycamore Street and the Cedar River. Another1 acre, north of Sycamore Street, was used to store gas during the later years of thecoal gas plant's operations. The foundations of many of the coal gas plant's buildingsand other structures, such as gas holders, can still be found onsite.

The site is 50 feet north of the Cedar River. A concrete flood wall and severalrailroad lines separate the site from the river. It is bounded on the north bySycamore Street, to the west by Power Manufacturing, and to the east by CrystalDistribution Services.

The site is quite flat. The general slope for the surface is estimated to be0.01 percent. The active areas of the site are used as roads and parking areas.These portions of the site are covered by asphalt or crushed rock. The inactive,fenced areas are covered by vegetation, such as grass, brush, and trees.

2.2 StatusAll gas manufacturing activities stopped in 1956. The gas plant was dismantled

from 1965 to 1967. The portions of the site owned by Midwest Energy are fenced.No traffic is allowed in these areas except where there is one on-going soil removal

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action. The areas of the site owned by R & A Trucking Co. and Crystal Ice andDistribution, Inc. are used as truck parking lots, for vehicle maintenance, and forloading dock access.

2.3 Summary of Previous Site ActivitiesSoil contamination was first discovered in the Corps of Engineers geotechnical

borings for the flood wall. Since then, four investigations have been conducted tocharacterize the contamination at the site. The U.S. Environmental ProtectionAgency's (EPA's) contractor, Ecology and Environment (E&E) conducted aPreliminary Assessment and Screening Site Inspection of the site. The investigationdid not find any contamination in a municipal well 2.5 miles from the site. It did findcyanide and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the soils on-site. E&Ealso conducted a Listing Site Inspection (LSI) in 1989. This inspection found onearea of surface cyanide contamination, two areas of subsurface PAH contamination,and one area of PAH surface contamination. Interviews during the LSI alsodiscovered that a swale onsite had been filled with ash, cinders, and tar. Samplesfrom three of the four monitoring wells installed during the LSI contained detectableamounts of cyanide and PAHs.

MEC conducted a Limited Site Investigation (LimSI) in 1991. In general, thisinvestigation confirmed the nature and extent of the contamination found during theLSI. The LimSI did find that there was subsurface PAH contamination to the eastof the area containing the surface cyanide contamination. Groundwater samplescollected during the LimSI did not contain detectable amounts of carcinogenic PAHsin any of the five wells tested. Non-carcinogenic PAHs, cyanide, and BETXcompounds were detected in four wells.

MEC is currently completing a removal action at the site. Approximately9,000 tons of tar and contaminated soil have been removed and burned at a powergenerating station. Twenty soil samples collected from the sidewalls and floor of theexcavations in October 1995. Carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic PAHs were foundin all the samples.

In December 1995, MEC installed five piezometers at the site to better definegroundwater flow at the site.

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2.4 Nature and Extent of Hazardous MaterialsThe site contains carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic PAHs, BETXs, phenol,

naphthalene, and cyanide in soil. Groundwater at the site contains carcinogenic andnoncarcinogenic PAHs and cyanide.

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3.0 Hazard Assessment

Chemicals of concern (COC) commonly found on the Waterloo Coal Gas Site arelisted in Attachment 2. The table lists the allowable exposure levels for thechemicals, signs and symptoms of exposure, dermal absorption hazards,carcinogenicity, immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) values, healthhazards, physical hazards, Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) registry numbers, andphysical characteristics. Task-specific information related to the COC are Usted inthe appropriate Task HASP.

When COC concentrations exceed 1 percent, or 0.1 percent for a carcinogen, amaterial safety data sheet (MSDS) will be provided in Attachment 3, in accordancewith Subsection 8.7.4 (Hazard Communication) of this Site HASP. The MSDSs maynot be from the specific manufacturer, distributor, or potentially responsible partiesthat deposited the COC. Although these are written by a specific manufacturer, theyare not meant in any way to suggest that the waste products or contamination on thesite come from that particular manufacturer. They are intended to be used solely asan approximation for the waste product to provide safety and health hazardinformation, including symptoms of exposure, first-aid procedures, and spill controlmeasures.

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4.0 Personnel Qualifications

4.1 Training Requirements4.1.1 Personnel Certification

All personnel who will be engaged in hazardous waste operations must present tothe site safety coordinator (SSC) a certificate of completion for an initial 40-hourhazardous waste operations training course or the most recent certificate ofcompletion for an 8-hour refresher course. The course must have been completedwithin 12 months prior to the individual being onsite performing hazardous wasteoperations. The training must comply with OSHA regulations found at 29 Code ofFederal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120(e). The certification must be presented to theSSC before site activities begin.

All personnel must complete a minimum of 3 days on-the-job training under thedirect supervision of a qualified SSC or site supervisor before they are qualified towork unsupervised at a hazardous waste site.

Consistent with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 paragraph (e)(4), individuals serving ina supervisory role, such as the field team leader or SSC, require an additional 8 hoursof training. BVSPC individuals functioning in an SSC capacity must also have at least6 days of experience at the level of protection planned for in this HASP. An SSCqualified at a given level of protection is also qualified as an SSC at a lesser level ofprotection.

At least two people will be trained and currently certified in first aid and adultcardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Personnel who use air supplied respirators must provide the SSC writtencertification that they have been trained by a competent person in the proper use,inspection, emergency use, and limitations of the equipment. The training must becurrent within 12 months prior to the use of the equipment.

Personnel who participate in permitted confined space entry, radiation work,asbestos work, or work involving lockout/tagout of energy sources must provide theSSC written certification that they have been trained in accordance with theapplicable OSHA regulations before performing such work.

Personnel who use health and safety monitoring equipment other than the typeand model provided by the BVSPC equipment center must provide writtencertification to the SSC that they have been trained by a competent person in the

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use, maintenance, calibration, and operation of the equipment before using theequipment.

4.7.2 Safety MeetingsSafety meetings with all team members will be conducted prior to initiating any

site activity. In addition, periodic briefings will be held throughout the project,especially when unsafe practices are noted or a change in site conditions requiresmodifications of the HASP. Periodic meetings will be held at least weekly. Similarmeetings will be held with individuals who later become a part of the field teambefore those individuals take part in site activities.

The Safety Meeting Checklist in Attachment 4 provides a guide of topics to becovered during the initial briefing and which may be covered during periodicmeetings. The Safety Meeting Checklist will be used to document the safety meetingtopics discussed and the attendance.

The SSC is responsible for conducting and documenting the pre-activity andperiodic safety meetings.

4.2 Medical Surveillance ProgramAll personnel who participate in hazardous waste site investigations will be

enrolled in a medical monitoring program prior to initiating site activities. Themedical monitoring program will consist of an initial baseline examination, periodicmonitoring examinations, and an exit examination.

All personnel who will be engaged in hazardous waste operations must present tothe SSC a certificate of completion of a comprehensive medical monitoringexamination. The medical examination must have been completed within 12 monthsprior to the beginning of site activities.

As a minimum, the medical monitoring examination will include the elements listedin Attachment 5.

Site-specific medical monitoring examinations or tests may be required to augmentthe standard examinations. Any additional examinations or tests required will belisted under the Personnel Qualifications section of the Task HASP.

Personnel who have the potential to wear respirators must present to the SSCwritten documentation that a physician has determined that they are physically ableto perform the work and use the respirator.

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5.0 Personal Protective Equipment

5.1 GeneralAll site activities require the following personal protective equipment (PPE) to be

worn as a minimum.• Safety glasses with sideshields meeting the requirements and specifications of

the current ANSI Z87 standard.• Steel-toed boots meeting the requirements and specifications for Class 75

occupational foot protection of the current ANSI Z41 standard.The following PPE will be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and

reliable condition whenever it is necessary because hazards of processes orenvironment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants areencountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function ofany part of the body through absorption, inhalation, or physical contact.

• Suitable eye protectors.• Head protection.• Extremities protection.• Protective clothing.• Shields and barriers.• Face protection.• Respiratory protection.• Hearing protection.

5.2 Chemical Protective Equipment5.2.1 Levels of Protection

Personnel will wear chemical protective equipment when activities involve knownor suspected atmospheric contamination; when airborne vapors, gases, or paniculatemay be generated by site activities; or when direct contact with skin-affectingsubstances may occur.

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The specific level of protection and necessary components for each have beendivided into four categories according to the degrees of protection afforded:

• Level A: Will be worn when the highest level of respiratory, skin, and eyeprotection is needed.

Note: BVSPC personnel are not authorized to work at LevelA without additional training and written approval from theBVSPC HSM.

• Level B: Will be worn when the highest level of respiratory protection isneeded, but a lesser level of skin protection is required. Level B is theprimary level of choice when encountering unknown environments.

• Level C: Will be worn when the criteria for using air-purifying respirators aremet and a lesser level of skin protection is needed.

• Level D: Will be worn as a basic work uniform and not in any area withrespiratory or skin hazards. It provides minimal protection against chemicalhazards.

5.2.2 Chemical EnsemblesThe following are the standard chemical protective equipment to be used for all

hazardous waste operations. Combinations of chemical protective equipment otherthan those described for Levels A, B, C, and D protection may be more appropriateand may be used to provide the proper level of protection. Deviations from thisstandard must be addressed in the Task HASP.

• Level B PPE~ Supplied-air respirator (MSHA/NIOSH approved). Respirators may be

positive pressure-demand self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) orpositive pressure-demand airline respirator (with escape bottle for IDLHor potential for IDLH atmosphere).

- Hooded, chemical-resistant, one-piece suit (Saranex/Tyvek) with doublebonded seams.

~ Long cotton underwear (optional).-- Outer gloves, chemical-resistant (11 mil nitrile).-- Inner gloves, chemical-resistant (4 mil nitrile or polyvinyl chloride (PVC)).- Boots, chemical-resistant with steel toe and steel shank.~ Outer boot covers, chemical-resistant, disposable.- Faceshield (optional).

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- Hardhat.• Level C PPE

- Air purifying respirator (MSHA/NIOSH approved) with an organicvapor/acid gas/high efficiency participate filter cartridge.

~ Chemical-resistant one or two-piece suit (Saranex/Tyvek) with doublebonded seams.

- Long cotton underwear (optional).- Outer gloves, chemical-resistant (11 mil nitrile).- Inner gloves, chemical-resistant (4 mil nitrile or PVC).- Boots, chemical-resistant with steel toe and steel shank.- Outer boot covers, chemical-resistant, disposable.~ Faceshield (optional).- Hardhat.

• Level D PPE-- Tyvek coveralls with long sleeves or equivalent.-- Boots with steel toe and steel shank.- Outer boot covers, chemical-resistant, disposable.- Outer gloves, chemical-resistant (11 mil nitrile).~ Inner gloves, chemical-resistant (4 mil nitrile).- Hardhat.

5.3 Hazards and Protection LevelThe types of hazards for which Levels A, B, C, and D protection are appropriate

are described below.

5.3.1 Level ALevel A protection will be used when the following conditions exist:• The hazardous substance has been identified and requires the highest level of

protection for skin, eyes, and respiratory system based on either the measured(or potential for) high concentration of atmospheric vapors, gases, orpaniculate; or the site operations and work functions involve a high potentialfor splash, immersion, or exposure to unexpected vapors, gases, or paniculateof materials that are harmful to skin or capable of being absorbed through theskin.

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• Substances with a high degree of hazard to the skin are known or suspectedto be present and skin contact is possible.

• Operations are being conducted in contained, poorly ventilated areas and theabsence of conditions requiring Level A protection has not yet beendetermined.

5.3.2 Level BLevel B protection will be used when the following conditions exist:• The type and atmospheric concentration of substances have been identified

and require a high level of respiratory protection, but less skin protection isrequired.

• The atmosphere contains less than 19.5 percent oxygen.• The presence of incompletely identified vapors or gases is indicated by a

direct reading organic vapor detection instrument, but vapors and gases arenot suspected of containing high levels of chemicals harmful to skin or capableof being absorbed through the skin.

Note: This involves atmospheres with IDLH concentrations ofspecific substances that present severe inhalation hazards and that donot represent a severe skin hazard, or that do not meet the criteriafor use of air-purifying respirators.

5.3.3 Level CLevel C protection will be used when the following conditions exist:

• The atmospheric contaminants, liquid splashes, or other direct contact will notadversely affect or be absorbed through any exposed skin.

• The types of air contaminants have been identified, the concentrations have beenmeasured, and an air-purifying respirator is available that can remove thecontaminants.

• All criteria for the use of air-purifying respirators are met.

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' 5.3.4 Level D( Level D protection will be used when the following conditions exist:

• The atmosphere contains no known hazard.• Work functions preclude splashes, immersion, or potential for unexpected

inhalation of or contact with hazardous levels of any chemicals.

5.4 Reassessment of Protection LevelThe level of protection provided by PPE will be upgraded or downgraded based

upon a change in site conditions or findings of investigations. When a significantchange occurs, the hazards will be reassessed. The following are some indicators ofthe need for reassessment:

• Airborne concentrations of chemicals or physical hazards exceed action levels.• Commencement of a new work phase, such as the start of drum sampling or

work that begins on a different portion of the site.• Change in job tasks during a work phase.• Change of weather.• When temperature extremes or individual medical considerations limit the

effectiveness of PPE.• Contaminants other than those previously identified are encountered.• Change in ambient levels of contaminants.• Change in work scope affects the degree of contact with contaminants.• Detection of contamination by instrument, odor, or sight.

5.5 Inspection of PPEThe user of the PPE is responsible for inspecting the equipment prior to

immediate use. If the user is not familiar with the equipment's limitations, that userwill be denied access to the equipment and work zone.

The user's buddy is responsible for periodically checking on the proper use of theprotective equipment while in use, as discussed in Section 7.3.

5.6 Respiratory ProtectionRespiratory protection at hazardous waste sites consists of a full-face air purifying

respirator as a minimum.Any use of an air supplied system will be specifically addressed in the Task HASP.

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Personnel will not be assigned to tasks requiring the use of respirators unless theyare physically able to perform the work and use the respirator equipment. Thesecriteria will be documented in writing and provided to the SSC in accordance withSection 4.2.

Personnel who have the potential to wear a respirator onsite must be trained inthe proper use of the respirators and their limitations. The training will allow usersto handle their respirator to become familiar with all components, select the propersize for a comfortable fit, wear the respirator in normal air to become used to thebreathing resistance, visibly conduct a critical component inspection, and administera positive and negative pressure fit check.

Respirators are not to be worn when conditions prevent a good full seal. Suchconditions may be a growth of beard, sideburns, bangs, a skull cap or other clothingthat projects under the facepiece, or temple pieces on glasses. To ensure properprotection, the respirator will be thoroughly inspected before each use, and a positiveand negative fit check will be performed each time the respirator is donned.

Respirators will be assigned to individuals tor their exclusive use during theproject. Air purifying respirators will be regularly cleaned and disinfected. As aminimum, respirators will be cleaned after each day's use or more often if necessary.Upon completion of the work task, the respirators will be disassembled, inspected,and thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Worn or deteriorated parts will be replaced,and the respirators will be stored in a clean and sanitary location in individual plasticbags.

Selection of the respirator is the responsibility of a person qualified by appropriatetraining or experience and will be noted in the Task HASP. Selection will be basedon the physical, chemical, and physiological properties of the air contaminants andthe concentration likely to be encountered. The quality of fit and the nature of thework being performed will also affect the choice of respirators. The capability of therespirators chosen is determined from appropriate governmental approvals, themanufacturer's test, and the qualified person's experience with respirators.

All workers entering the Exclusion Zone or Contamination Reduction Zone at asite where use of a respirator is necessary or anticipated must have passed at leasta qualitative fit test in accordance with the guidelines established in the appendix of29 CFR 1910.1025. Personnel must have been fit tested for the model and size ofrespirator issued to them. The fit test record must be current within the previous12 months.

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6.0 Monitoring Program

6.1 Real Time MonitoringDirect reading instruments are used as real time air monitors. The results of the

direct reading instruments are compared with the Monitoring Equipment ActionLevels (Attachment 6) that describe the protective action to be taken to controlexposure. The action levels describe the location of the real time monitoring activityand the action to be taken if predefined values are met or exceeded. Site-specificoperations or tasks may have other action levels established. Any change to theaction level task will be noted in the appropriate Task HASP.

The frequency and location of all real time monitoring activity is based upon thenature of the site activity. Periodic real time monitoring will be performed, at aminimum, whenever the following activities occur:

• Beginning of site activity.• Operations change.• Work begins on a different portion of the site.• Beginning of invasive site activity.• Contaminants other than those previously identified are being handled.• Personnel begin to handle obviously contaminated materials.• Personnel are handling leaking drums or containers.• Personnel are performing tasks that are likely to expose them to peak levels

of contaminants.• Instrumental or sensible detection of the presence of a chemical contaminant.• Change in the weather.

6.2 Air Monitoring Result LoggingBefore any field activities commence, the background levels of the site must be

read and recorded. Daily background readings must be conducted away from areasof potential contamination to obtain accurate results.

All monitoring results must be recorded in the field log. The monitoring resultsshould indicate the following information:

• Range of readings.• Mode of readings.• Time.

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• Location of reading.• Activity during reading.• Weather conditions.• Wind direction.• Action taken.

6.3 Personnel MonitoringPersonnel monitoring will be performed whenever required by an OSHA chemical-

specific standard found in 29 CFR 1910.1001-.1048 or when deemed necessary toprotect the health of the field team members. All personnel monitoring will beperformed in accordance with accepted sampling and analytical procedures as definedby the HSM. Specifics of the monitoring will be as described in the Task HASP.

Personnel who are likely to have exposures above OSHA permissible exposurelimits (PELs) or published exposure levels for hazardous substances will participatein a personal air sampling program. Air monitoring will be used to identify andquantify airborne levels of hazardous substances in order to determine theappropriate level of employee protection needed onsite. Specifics of the monitoringwill be as described in the Task HASP.

6.4 Operation, Maintenance, and CalibrationThe SSC is responsible for the proper operation, maintenance, and calibration of

each instrument to be used. The operation, maintenance, and calibration instructionsin the equipment manuals will be followed. The equipment manuals will be kept inthe Support Zone during field activities. As a minimum, at the beginning of eachday, the instruments will be calibrated according to the manual. At the end of eachday, a check of the calibration of the instrument will be performed. This end-of-the-day check may be less stringent than the beginning-of-the-day calibration as long asit is verified that accurate readings were taken throughout the day.

6.5 Initial SurveyPrior to any site activities, the SSC will conduct perimeter and general site

monitoring, upwind and downwind, to establish background levels.If information from the site characterization indicates a potential for ionizing

radiation or IDLH condition onsite or if insufficient information is available to

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demonstrate otherwise, then monitoring will include monitoring with direct readingionizing radiation or IDLH conditions, including oxygen, explosive, and toxicatmospheres, and visual observations for actual or potential IDLH conditions onsite.Upon initial entry to an area, representative air monitoring will be conducted usingdirect reading instruments to identify IDLH conditions and exposures above OSHAPELs or other allowable exposure levels, including exposure to radiation, flammableatmospheres, or oxygen deficient atmospheres.

6.6 Periodic SurveyPeriodic monitoring will be conducted when the possibility of an IDLH condition

or flammable atmosphere has developed or when there is an indication that exposuremay have risen above OSHA PELs or published exposure levels for hazardoussubstances.

After site activities have commenced, the selective monitoring of high-risk workers,i.e., those who are closest to the source of contaminant generation, is essential.Those employees working closest to the source have the highest likelihood of beingexposed to concentrations that exceed established exposure limits or action levels.

Monitoring efforts will focus on personnel most likely to receive the highestexposures and on all personnel likely to be exposed to any substance above the actionlevel or OSHA PEL. High-risk workers will be monitored at least every 30 minuteswhen the potential for exposure exists.

Monitoring will be performed whenever new work begins on a different positionof the site, any time that new contaminants are encountered that differ from thoseinitially encountered, every time a different operation is initiated, wheneveremployees are working in areas of obvious liquid contamination, or when employeesare handling leaking containers.

6.7 Perimeter MonitoringThe SSC is responsible for determining if site activities could negatively impact

zones outside the contamination reduction zone. If action levels for airbornecontaminants listed in the Action Level Table (Attachment 6) are exceeded, the SSCwill perform monitoring at the perimeter of the Contamination Reduction Zone todetermine if the contaminants are getting out of the controlled zones. If action levelsare exceeded at these locations, the SSC must advise the project manager (PM) and

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the BVSPC HSM. If necessary, the control zones will be expanded to compensatefor the presence of the contaminants.

If the release of contaminants could negatively impact the health and safety of thesurrounding areas, the SSC will contact the local emergency response organizationresponsible for protecting public health from chemical exposures. This agency willbe identified prior to the beginning of site activities as part of the emergencypreplanning procedures. The SSC will then notify the site representative, PM, andBVSPC HSM. The PM will notify the client of the chemical release and the actionstaken by the SSC. Notification will be made in accordance with Section 9.6, Spills orLeaks.

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7.0 Site Control

The objective of site control is to control the activities and movement of peopleand equipment at hazardous waste sites in order to minimize the potential for workeror public exposure to hazardous substances, the spread of hazardous substance in theenvironment, or vandalism.

7.1 Site MappingA map of the site is located in the Task HASP to assist site personnel in planning

and organizing response activities.The Task HASP will contain site maps that are specific to the area where specific

tasks will take place. This map will include the following information: prevailingwind direction, magnetic north, site drainage points, previous sampling locations,planned sampling locations, locations of expected contamination, planned controlzones, and all natural and manmade topographic features including the location ofbuildings, containers, impoundments, pits, ponds, tanks, and any other site features.

The Task HASP specific site map will be upgraded to reflect new informationgained after initial site entry or from subsequent sampling and analysis activities orchanges in site conditions, including changes resulting from accidents, ongoing siteoperations, hazards not previously identified, new materials introduced onsite,unauthorized entry or vandalism, or weather conditions.

Use of overlays or other mapping techniques may be used to reduce cluttering ofinformation.

7.2 Work ZonesWork zones will be established to:• Reduce the accidental spread of hazardous substances by workers or

equipment from the contaminated areas to the clean areas.• Confine work activities to the appropriate areas, thereby minimizing the

likelihood of accidental exposure.• Facilitate the location and evacuation of personnel in case of an emergency.To accomplish this, the site will be divided into as many zones as necessary to

ensure minimal employee exposure to hazardous substances. As a minimum, threezones will be identified: the Exclusion Zone, the Contamination Reduction Zone,

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and the Support Zone. Movement of personnel and equipment between these zoneswill be minimized and restricted to specific access control points (ACP) to preventcross-contamination from contaminated areas to clean areas.

The work site will be divided into these three zones so field personnel can identifywhere the site hazards exist, so nonessential personnel will not be affected by thehazards, and so the hazards do not leave the zones. Details of the work site controlzones will be established by the SSC prior to starting site activities and will beestablished so that the Support Zone is upwind of the Exclusion Zone or at adistance far enough away that it is not affected by the dispersion of contaminantsfrom the Exclusion Zone.

Following is a description of each work zone and the factors to be consideredwhen establishing each zone.

7.2.7 Exclusion ZoneThe Exclusion Zone is the innermost area of the three areas and is considered

contaminated. Within this area, levels of protection prescribed in the HASP will beused by all personnel. An ACP will be established at the periphery of the ExclusionZone to control the flow of personnel and equipment between it and theContamination Reduction Zone and to check that entrance and exit procedures arefollowed. The extent of the Exclusion Zone is determined by the following:

(1) Location, nature, and toxicity of the waste materials.(2) Meteorological conditions affecting potential dispersion of contaminants.(3) Concern for minimal exposure of the unprotected public and investigation

personnel.(4) Topography.The Exclusion Zone boundary ("hot line") will be established at a reasonably safe

distance from drums, tanks, ponds, liquid run-off, or other physical indicators ofhazardous substances. This distance will be established by the SSC before siteactivities begin and will take into account factors such as physical condition of site,weather conditions, sources of potential hazard, and duration of activity. Subsequentto the start of operations, the boundary may be readjusted based on observation ormeasurements. The boundary will be physically secured and posted, well defined bygeographical boundaries, or otherwise delineated.

The Exclusion Zone could be further divided into zones with different levels ofprotection for each zone. Based upon environmental measurements or expected

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onsite work practices, locations within the Exclusion Zone will be defined inaccordance with the level of protection required for that area. This procedure willallow for more flexibility in operation, decontamination procedures, and resourceutilization.

7.2.2 Contamination Reduction ZoneThe area between the Exclusion Zone and the Support Zone is the Contamination

Reduction Zone. The purpose of the Contamination Reduction Zone is to preventthe transfer of contaminants that may have been picked up by personnel orequipment leaving the Exclusion Zone. An area within the Contamination ReductionZone is the contamination reduction corridor (CRC). The CRC is a path thatpersons or vehicles must take during decontamination. The CRC controls access intoand out of the Exclusion Zone and confines decontamination activities to a restrictedarea. The CRC must be laid with plastic sheeting or equivalent.

At the boundary between the Contamination Reduction Zone and the ExclusionZone is the "hot line" and ACP. Entrance into the Exclusion Zone requires thewearing of the prescribed PPE and adherence to established site entry procedures.Equipment requirements for working in the Contamination Reduction Zone may bedifferent than those for the Exclusion Zone. At a point close to the "hot line," adecontamination station will be established for both personnel and equipment exitingthe Exclusion Zone. Another decontamination station may be established closer tothe contamination control line for those working only in the ContaminationReduction Zone. In addition, a vehicle decontamination station will be establishedas necessary.

The boundary between the Support Zone and the Contamination Reduction Zoneis the contamination control line. Entry into the Contamination Reduction Zonefrom the Support Zone will be through an ACP. Personnel entering at this stationmust be wearing the prescribed PPE for working in the decontamination area.Exiting the Contamination Reduction Zone to the Support Zone requires the removalof any suspected contaminated PPE and compliance with decontaminationprocedures.

All facilities and operations located in the Contamination Reduction Zone will bepositioned upwind of the actual waste location whenever possible.

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The Support Zone is the outermost region and is considered a non-contaminatedor clean area. It will contain the field office, first-aid area, and other facilitiesnecessary to support site activities. Change rooms, lunch and break areas, supplies,equipment storage areas, and maintenance areas may be located in the SupportZone. Onsite eating, drinking, and smoking will be allowed only in this area.Support facilities will be located upwind from the Exclusion and ContaminationReduction Zones in relation to the prevailing wind whenever possible.

A support center or command center will be established in the Support Zone foreach activity and will include the following as a minimum:

• Fully stocked industrial first-aid kit.• 15-minute eyewash station.• Fire extinguisher (10A60BC multipurpose dry chemical).• Telephone or radio communications capability.• Posted emergency telephone numbers.• Posted HASP.

Posted OSHA "Job Safety and Health Protection" poster.• Posted OSHA noise standard.• Copy of Black & Veatch "Focus on Health and Safety."• Posted map with route to hospital.• Instrument manuals.• Binder of MSDS.• BVSPC Health and Safety Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Investigations.• EPA Standard Operating Safety Guides.At the discretion of the SSC, the support center may be based in an onsite vehicle.

7.3 Buddy SystemExcept for Level D work involving nonintrusive methods, the implementation of

a buddy system is mandatory for entry into the Contamination Reduction Zones orthe Exclusion Zone. The prime objective of the buddy system is to ensure rapidassistance in the event of an emergency.

Each member of the field team will be designated by the SSC to observe at leastone other field team member. The SSC will implement the system at the ACP forpersonnel entering the Exclusion Zone.

As part of the buddy system, workers will remain close together and maintainvisual contact with each other to provide assistance in the event of an emergency.

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{ If an emergency situation arises, workers will use the communication signalsestablished and agreed upon prior to entering the contaminated area. The

j communication signals are discussed in Subsection 8.6.3.The responsibilities of workers utilizing the buddy system include:• Providing their buddy with assistance.• Observing their buddy for signs of chemical exposure.• Observing their buddy for signs of stress due to temperature extremes.• Observing their buddy for signs of stress or anxiety while wearing chemical

protective clothing.• Periodically checking the integrity of their buddy's PPE.• Notifying the SSC or other site supervisory personnel if emergency assistance

is needed.Workers should not rely entirely on the buddy system to ensure that help will be

provided in the event of an emergency. To augment this system, workers incontaminated areas should, whenever possible, remain in line-of-sight orcommunication contact with the SSC or other personnel in the Support Zone.

7.4 AuditsInspection and audits of the work area will be conducted by the SSC as necessary

to determine the effectiveness of the HASP or Task HASP. The HASP and TaskHASP will be periodically reviewed by the SSC to keep it current with respect to siteconditions. The SSC will report the findings to the site manager. Correctingdeficiencies in the effectiveness and application of the HASP is the responsibility ofthe project manager. Changes to the HASP to address any deficiencies will be madeto the Task HASP in accordance with Section 12.0 of the Task HASP.

7.5 VisitorsBVSPC recognizes that all visitors' employers are ultimately responsible for their

compliance with all applicable OSHA regulations while on a hazardous waste site.BVSPC personnel will be courteous to all visitors and adhere to the followingprocedures for the safety sake of the visitors.

• Visitors are expected to have the permission of the site owner to be on thesite.

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The SSC will advise all visitors of the nature, level, and degree of exposurelikely as a result of BVSPC related activities and the emergency responseprocedures that pertain to visitors at the site.The SSC will advise all subcontractors coming onto the site of the hazardouschemicals present, effect of exposure, location of the MSDSs, location of theemergency equipment, and emergency plan and evacuation procedures.Visitors entering the Contamination Reduction Zone and the Exclusion Zoneat the site will be offered an opportunity to read the applicable provisions ofthis HASP.Visitors will be expected to comply with OSHA requirements such as medicalmonitoring, training, and respiratory protection.Visitors will be expected to provide their own PPE.In the event that a visitor does not adhere to the provisions of the HASP, theSSC will request the visitor to leave the work area.If a visitor interferes with the work activity or poses a safety hazard to anyoneonsite, the SSC will terminate work activities and will immediately contact theBVSPC PM and HSM.All nonconformance incidents will be recorded in the site log by the SSC.The client and governmental authorities may choose to adopt this plan ordevelop their own to protect their onsite employees; however, BVSPC will nottake responsibility for compliance of onsite personnel employed by theseparties.

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8.0 Safety and Emergency Procedures

8.1 Standing Safety OrdersThe following standing orders are established to ensure safe work practices. Task-

specific standing orders are addressed in the Task HASP.• Report any sign of radioactivity, explositivity, or unusual conditions to the site

supervisor immediately.• Check in and out through the ACP of the Exclusion Zone.• Maintain close contact with your buddy in the Exclusion Zone.• Eating, drinking, chewing gum or tobacco, smoking, or any practices that

increase the probability of hand-to-mouth transfers and ingestion of materialis prohibited in any controlled area such as the Contaminant Reduction Zoneand the Exclusion Zone.

• Whenever decontamination procedures for outer garments are in effect, goodpersonal hygiene will be practiced as soon as possible after the protectivegarment is removed (i.e., hands will be washed). A shower is recommendedimmediately after any work period.

• No facial hair that interferes with the effectiveness of a respirator will bepermitted on personnel required or potentially required to wear respiratoryprotection equipment.

• Contact with potentially contaminated surfaces will be avoided wheneverpossible. Personnel should not walk through puddles, mud, or otherdiscolored surfaces or kneel on the ground. Personnel should not lean, sit, orplace equipment on drums, containers, vehicles, or exposed surfaces withoutplastic covering.

• Medicine and alcohol can magnify the effect from exposure to certaincompounds. It will be responsibility of each BVSPC employee and eachsubcontractor to notify, on a daily basis, the SSC of any individual who is usingprescribed medication. Site personnel will not be allowed onsite while underthe influence of alcohol or drugs that cannot be obtained over the counterwithout a physician's authorization.

• Personnel and equipment in the work areas will be minimized, but consistentwith effective site operations.

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• All unsafe or inoperable sampling or monitoring equipment left unattendedwill be identified by the SSC with a "DANGER-DO NOT OPERATE" tag.

• Work will be restricted to daylight hours only-unless there is a reason, suchas stated in Section 8.3, and there is adequate lighting as required in 1910.120.

8.2 Medical EmergenciesAt least two BVSPC team members conducting hazardous waste operations at the

site will have successfully completed a Red Cross sponsored course in adult first aidand CPR. Prior to the start of work, the SSC will make arrangements for medicalfacilities, ambulance service, and medical personnel to be available for promptattention to the injured.

Onsite activities will require a first-aid station, which will be located within theSupport Zone. First-aid kits will be, as a minimum, 16-unit first-aid kits and will beprovided in the ratio of one for each 10 persons.

Portable 15-minute emergency eyewash stations will be provided within theSupport Zone. Identification markers will be provided to readily denote locations ofthe eyewash stations.

Emergency telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, localphysician, hospital, poison control center, fire, and police will be conspicuously postedin the Support Zone.

The SSC will act as the emergency coordinator for all medical emergencies. If aperson is injured or becomes ill, personnel identified as trained in first aid and CPRwill be notified immediately. First aid and CPR will be administered immediately.In all cases, treatment for shock should be considered. After the victim has beenattended to, the SSC will be notified. Depending on the severity of the injury orillness, the SSC may notify medical emergency response organizations. If the victimis transferred offsite, the SSC will assign a field team member to accompany thevictim.

8.2.1 Chemical Exposure EmergencyIf personnel experience any adverse effects or symptoms during field activity, those

individuals will notify the SSC. The SSC will assess the situation and make adetermination on the extent of medical attention needed. If it is determined that theproblem was due to chemical exposure, first aid for chemical exposure will beadministered as soon as possible. If the exposed individual needs to go to the

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hospital, that person will be transported by an individual who has not been exposed.The Site HASP and available MSDSs will accompany the group to the hospital. TheSSC will report the incident to the HSM immediately and submit a written report ofthe incident to the PM and the HSM within 24 hours.

The following first aid for chemical exposures will be administered as soon aspossible:

• Eye Exposure-If contaminated solid or liquid gets into the eyes, they will bewashed immediately at the 15-minute emergency eyewash station using largeamounts of water and lifting the lower and upper lids occasionally. Medicalattention will be obtained immediately. Use of contact lenses is not permittedin the designated Exclusion Zones.

• Skin Exposure-If contaminated solid or liquid gets on the skin, the affectedindividual will promptly flush the skin for at least 15 minutes, then wash withsoap or mild detergent and water. If contaminated solids or liquids penetratethrough the clothing, the clothing will be immediately removed, and the skinwill be treated for exposure. Medical attention will be obtained if symptomswarrant.

• Inhalation~If a person breathes in a large volume of potentially toxiccontaminants, that person will be moved to fresh air at once. If breathing hasstopped, CPR will be performed. The affected person will be kept warm andat rest. Medical attention will be obtained immediately.

• Ingestion--If contaminated solid or liquid is swallowed, medical attention willbe obtained immediately.

8.2.2 Accident ReportingInjuries or illnesses that require attention beyond simple first aid or attention by

a physician or involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials willbe reported to the Worker's Compensation Administrator and the BVSPC HSM assoon as possible, but no later than 24 hours after the accident. In the event of afatality or more than one hospitalization, the SSC will immediately notify the BVSPCHSM. In turn, the BVSPC HSM will notify to the local OSHA area office within8 hours. The SSC will complete the appropriate accident report forms and therequired State Workers Compensation form. The SSC is responsible for contactingthe State Worker's Compensation Office to obtain the necessary report form. TheSSC is also responsible for completing the forms, submitting the originals to the

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BVSPC HSM, and sending copies to the Workers Compensation Administrator andthe PM. Copies will be filed in the project file.

Accidents that must be reported include the following:• Injury or illness that requires attention beyond simple first aid.• Injury or illness that requires attention by medical professionals.• Injury or illness that results in time away from work.• Injury or illness that restricts the ability of the injured to work.• Unconsciousness, explained or unexplained.• Exposure of personnel to blood or other potentially infectious agents.• Exposure to chemical or physical agents that result in adverse signs or

symptoms.The SSC will summarize all incidents that are near-miss injury or illness accidents

or physical accidents on a hazardous waste site investigation activity report form andsubmit it to the PM and BVSPC HSM as soon as possible.

The SSC is responsible for investigating the cause of all accidents and reportingthe findings and corrective actions taken as described above. The SSC may requestthe assistance of the BVSPC HSM or other personnel to investigate the accident.The final report on the accident is the responsibility of the SSC.

8.2.3 Hospital RouteThe route to the hospital is shown and described in Attachment 1. The route to

the hospital will be conspicuously posted in the Support Zone. The SSC and keyfield personnel will drive the route to the hospital emergency room door prior to thestart of site activities in order to become familiar with the route. The route will bedriven at least weekly to confirm that it is unobstructed.

8.3 Temperature Extremes8.3.1 Heat Stress Monitoring

Heat stress poses a serious health danger to site workers and may createsecondary safety hazards by impairing a worker's coordination and judgement. Heatstress can occur at almost any temperature, but is more likely when PPE is in use.

The use of protective equipment may create heat stress. Monitoring of personnelwill commence when the ambient temperature is 70°F (21.1°C) or above. Table 8-1presents the suggested frequency for such monitoring. Monitoring frequency isdependent on the type of protection worn (permeable or impermeable clothing), theWKwtoo Cool QMS** 44911251 I 44512.201Site HMNh * SaMy Program 48512.201-O8

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dry bulb temperature, and the amount of sunshine. Monitoring frequency shouldincrease as the ambient temperature increases or as slow recovery rates are observed.Heat stress monitoring should be performed by a person with a current first-aidcertification who is trained to recognize heat stress symptoms. For monitoring thebody's response to excess heat, one or more of the following techniques will be used.

• Heart rate. Count the radial pulse before site activities and during a30-second period as early as possible in the monitoring cycle.- If the heart rate exceeds 110 beats per minute at the beginning of the rest

period, shorten the next cycle by one third and keep the rest period thesame.

- If the heart rate still exceeds 110 beats per minute at the next rest period,shorten the following cycle by one third.

• Oral temperature. Use a clinical thermometer (3 minutes under the tongue)or similar device to measure the oral temperature before site activities and atthe end of the monitoring cycle (before the worker drinks liquid).- If oral temperature exceeds 99.6°F (37.6°C), shorten the next work cycle

by one third without changing the rest period.-- If oral temperature still exceeds 99.6°F (37.6°C) at the beginning of the

next rest period, shorten the following work cycle by one third.Do not permit a worker to wear a semipermeable or impermeablegarment when oral temperature exceeds 100.6°F (38.1°C).

Heat stroke is a life-threatening heat disorder that requires life-saving first aid.Decontamination will be omitted prior to obtaining immediate medical attention.

Heat stress can become life threatening. Unless the victim is grossly contaminated,decontamination will be omitted or minimized and treatment begun immediately.

Proper training and prevention measures will aid in averting serious illness and lossof productivity. Heat stress prevention is particularly important because once aperson suffers from heat stroke or heat exhaustion that person may be predisposedto additional heat-related illnesses. To avoid heat stress, the SSC has the authorityto take the following steps.

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Table 8-1Suggested Frequency of Physiological Monitoring

for Fit and Acclimatized Workers"

Adjusted Temperature6

90°F (32.2°C)or above

87.5 to 90°F(30.8 to 32.2°C)

82.5 to 87.5°F(28.1 to 30.8°C)

77.5 to 82.5°F(25.3 to 28.1°C)

72.5 to 77.5°F(22.5 to 25.3°C)

Normal Work Ensemble0

After each 45 minutes ofwork





Impermeable Ensembled





After each 120 minutesof work

a For work levels of 250 kilocalories/hour.b Calculate the adjusted air temperature (ta adj) by using the equation:

ta adj °F = ta °F + (13 x (% + 100) sunshine).Measure air temperature (ta) with a standard alcohol-in-glass thermometer orequivalent, with the bulb shielded from radiant heat.Estimate percent sunshine by judging what percent of the time the sun is notcovered by clouds that are thick enough to produce a shadow (100% sunshine= no cloud cover and a sharp distinct shadow; 0% sunshine = no shadows).

c A normal work ensemble consists of cotton coveralls.d An impermeable ensemble consists of Tyvek coveralls.

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Adjust work schedules.- Modify work/rest schedules according to monitoring requirements.- Mandate work slowdowns as needed.~ Perform work during cooler hours of the day if possible or at night if

adequate lighting can be provided.Provide shelter (air-conditioned, if possible) or shaded areas to protectpersonnel during rest periods.Maintain workers' body fluids at normal levels. This is necessary to ensurethat the cardiovascular system functions adequately. Daily fluid intake mustapproximately equal the amount of water lost in body fluid, e.g., 8 fluid ounces(0.23 liters) of water must be ingested for approximately every 8 ounces(0.23 kilogram) of weight loss. The normal thirst mechanism is not sensitiveenough to ensure that enough water will be drunk to replace lost body fluid.When heavy sweating occurs, workers will be encouraged to drink more. Thefollowing strategies may be useful:-- Provide drinking water as needed:

* Maintain water temperature at 50 to 60°F (10 to 16.6°C).* Provide dedicated personal bottles or containers that hold

approximately 1 quart of water.* Allow dedicated personal bottles of water in the Contamination

Reduction Zone.* Have workers drink 16 ounces (0.5 liters) of fluid (preferably water or

diluted drinks) before beginning work.* Urge workers to drink a cup or two every 15 to 20 minutes or at each

break. A total of 1 to 1.6 gallons (4 to 6 liters) of fluid per person perday are recommended, but more may be necessary to maintain bodyweight.

* Maintain an additional water source outside the ContaminationReduction Zone.

- Train workers to recognize the symptoms of heat-related illnesses.Table 8-2 presents a summary of typical symptoms and treatment of heatstress.

-- Provide a source of water to spray down workers as a measure ofpreventing or treating heat stress.

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8.3.2 Cold Stress MonitoringWhen ambient temperature reaches 45°F (4.4°C) or below, steps should be taken

to prevent cold stress.Excessive exposure to low environmental air temperatures or immersion in low

temperature water is usually fatal unless quickly remedied. Workers must beprotected from exposure to cold so that the deep core temperature of the body doesnot fall below 96.8°F (36°C).

Pain in the extremities may be the first early warning of danger to cold stress.Severe shivering may occur if the body temperature drops to 95°F (35°C). Workersexhibiting signs of cold stress or hypothermia must get to a warm area until they aresafely able to resume their duties.

To avoid cold stress, the following steps should be taken:• At air temperatures of 35.6°F (2°C) or less, it is imperative that workers who

become immersed in water or whose clothing becomes wet be immediatelyprovided a change of clothing and be treated for hypothermia.

• Provisions for additional total body protection are required if work isperformed in an environment at or below 40°F (4°C). The workers will wearprotective clothing appropriate for the level of cold and physical activity.

• If only light work is involved and if the clothing on the worker may becomewet on the job site, the outer layer of clothing may be of a type impermeableto water. With more severe work under such conditions, the outer layershould be water repellent and should be changed as it becomes wetted. Theouter garments must include provisions for easy ventilation in order to preventwetting of inner layers by sweat. If work is done at normal temperatures orin a hot environment before entering the cold area, employees will make surethat their clothing is not wet as a result of sweating. If the clothing is wet, theemployee will change into dry clothes before entering the cold area.

• The workers will change socks and any removable felt insoles at regular dailyintervals or use vapor barrier boots. The optimal frequency of changes willbe determined empirically and will vary individually and according to the typeof shoe worn and how much the individual's feet sweat.

• If extremities, ears, toes, and nose cannot be protected sufficiently to preventsensation of excessive cold or frostbite by handware, footwear, and face masks,these protective items will be supplied in auxiliary heated versions.

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Table 8-2Heat Stress Symptoms and Treatment

Type Symptoms Treatment

Heat RelatedIllness

Localized redness of skin andreduced sweating; reducedtolerance to heat.

Keep skin clean and dry.

Heat Cramps Muscle spasm and pain inextremities and abdomen.

Remove person to cool area.Give small amounts of saltedwater.

HeatExhaustion

Weak pulse; shallowbreathing; pale, cool, moistskin; profuse sweating;dizziness; fatigue.

Remove person to cool area,reduce body temperature. Coolby convection. Give smallamounts of salted water. Donot allow person to becomechilled.

Heat Stroke Red, hot, dry skin; bodytemperature of 105°F orgreater; nausea; dizziness;confusion; strong rapid pulse;coma. Convulsions mayoccur.

Seek medical attentionimmediately. Get victim coolquickly—wrap in wet cloth, spraywith cool water, or immerse incool water. Fan vigorouslyduring transport to hospital.Apply cold packs, if available,avoiding direct contact betweenskin and pack/ice.

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• If the available clothing does not give adequate protection to preventhypothermia or frostbite, work will be modified or suspended until adequateclothing is made available or until weather conditions improve.

The recommended limits for properly clothed workers for periods of work attemperatures below freezing are listed in Table 8-3.

8.4 Decontamination Procedures8.4.1 General

All personnel and equipment will be properly decontaminated prior to leaving asite. Decontamination methods could involve physically removing contaminants,neutralizing contaminants by chemical detoxification or disinfection, or removingcontaminants through a combination of both physical and chemical means. Thetypes, locations, physical states, and concentrations of contaminants present willdetermine the degree of decontamination necessary.

To prevent physical transfers of contaminants by people or equipment from onsiteto offsite areas, site-specific procedures will be instituted for decontaminating allitems leaving the Exclusion Zone and the Contamination Reduction Zone. Theseprocedures will include the decontamination of PPE, vehicles, and all field equipmentand the use of correct methods of removing PPE to avoid transfer of contaminantsfrom the clothing to the body and decontamination or disposal. In addition to thedecontamination procedures, specific entry and exit routes through the ContaminationReduction Zone will be established for personnel, equipment, and vehicles tominimize the possibilities of additional spread of contaminants. These site-specificdecontamination procedures are described in the Task HASP.

Equipment that is not decontaminated or not completely decontaminated will bedisposed of onsite or transferred in a controlled manner for subsequentdecontamination in a controlled situation. This equipment will be bagged or wrappedin plastic for transferring to the decontamination location. The outside container ofthe equipment must be labelled as contaminated and list the potential contaminantsand associated hazards. To minimize the need to decontaminate equipment,equipment may be packaged or wrapped in a material that will protect it fromcontamination but does not interfere with its proper operation.

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Table 8-3Cold Work Environment Work Practice

Cooling Power of Wind on Exposed Flesh Expressed as an Equivalent Temperature (under calm conditions)*Estimated

Wind Speed(in mph)

calm510152025303540

(Wind speeds greaterthan 40 mph have littleadditional effect.)

Actual Temperature Reading (*F)50 40 30 20 10 0 -10 -20 -30 -40 -50 -60

Equivalent Chill Temperature (*F)50 40 3048 37 2740 28 1636 22 932 18 430 16 028 13 -227 11 -426 10 -6

20164-5

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U 1 1 Ljb DANGERn < hr with dry skin.Maximum danger of false senseof security

Trenchfoot

10 0 -10 -20 ]6 -5 -15 | -26-9 -24 | -33 -46

-18 ( -32 -AS -58-25 -39 -53 -61 |-29 -44 -59 -74- 3 3 - 4 8 - 6 3 - 7 9-35 -51 -67 42-37 -53 -69 -95

NCREASING DAGGERDanger from freezing of exposedlesh within one minute.

- 3 0 - 4 0 - 5 0-36 -41 -57•58 -70 { K•72 | -85 -99•82 -96 -110-88 -104 -118-94 -109 -125-98 -113 -129-100 -116 -132

GREAT DANGERFlesh may freeze withinieconds.

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and immersion foot may occur at any point on this chart•Developed by U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine, Natick, MA.

Work/Warm-up Schedule for Four-Hour Shift*Air Temperature-Sunn}1 Sky

°C (approx.)1. -26° to -28"

2. -29° to -31"

3. -32° to -34°

4. -35° to -37°

5. -38° to -39°

6. -40° to -42°

7. -43° & below

'F15° to -19"

-20° to -24°

25° to -29°

•30° to -34°

•35° to -39°

40° to -44°

-45° & below

No Noticeable WindMax.WorkPeriod

<Jo. ofBreaks

(Norm Breaks) 1

(Norm. Breaks) 1

75 min.

55 min.

40 min.

30 min.

Non-emer

2

3

4

5

;ency workshould cease

5 mph WindMax.WorkPeriod

No. ofBreaks

(Norm. Breaks) 1

75 min.

55 mm.

40 min.

30 min.

2

3

4

5

^on-emergencywork should cease

10 mph WindMax.WorkPeriod75 min.

55 min.

40 min.

30 min.

Non-emei

No. ofBreaks

2

3

4

5

gencywork should cease


40 min.

30 min.

No. ofBreaks

3

4

5

Non-emergencywork should cease


30 min

Non-emer

No. ofBreaks

4

5

•encywork should cease

1. Schedule applies to moderate to heavy work activity with warm-up breaks of tan (10) minutet in a warm location. For Ught-to-Moderate Wortc (limited physicalmovement): apply the schedule one step lower. For example, at -30*F with no noticeable wind (Step 4), a worker at a job with little physical movement shouldhave a maximum work period of 4O minute* with 4 breaks in a 4-hour period (Step 5).

2. The following Is suggested as a guide for estimating wind velocity. IT accurate information Is not available: S mph: 'light flag moves; 10 mph: light flag fullyextended; 15 mph. reeMs newspaper sheet; 20 mph: blowing and drifting snow.

3. If only the Wind Chill Factor Is available, a rough rule of thumb tor applying It rather than the temperature and wind velocity factors given above would be: t)special warm-up breaks should be initialed at a wind chill of about 1790 W/m2/hr, 2) all non-emergency work should have ceased at or before a wind chill of 2250W/m'Air. In general tha warm-up schedule provided above slightly under-compensates for tha wind at the warmer temperatures, assuming acclimatization andclothing appropriate for winter work. On the other hand, the chart slightly over-compensates for the absolute temperatures In the colder ranges, since windycondition! rarely prevail at extremely low temperatures. __________

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The initial decontamination plan is based upon a nominal case situation. Thisinitial decontamination plan will be modified, adding necessary stations or otherwiseadapting it to site conditions when a worst-case situation occurs. Changes in thedecontamination plan will be made and noted in the Task HASP by the SSC. If, onvisual examination, chemical protective clothing appears grossly contaminated, athorough decontamination will be required.

The SSC is responsible for selecting and monitoring the decontaminationprocedures to verify their effectiveness. When the decontamination procedures arefound to be ineffective, appropriate steps will be taken to correct the deficiencies.

Methods that have proven to be effective in removal of contaminants are includedin Attachment 7.

8.4.2 Emergency DecontaminationIn a medical emergency, the primary concern is to prevent the loss of life or severe

injury to site personnel. Any person who becomes ill or injured in the ExclusionZone must be decontaminated to the maximum extent possible before providing thenecessary first aid or before permitting the person to enter the Support Zone.

If the injury or illness is serious, at least partial decontamination will be completed.This may be accomplished by the following:

• Complete derobing of the victim and redressing in clean coveralls.• Wrapping the victim in a blanket or plastic.• Spot decontamination.If the injury or illness is minor, full decontamination will be completed and first

aid administered prior to transport. The SSC will select the degree of neededdecontamination in proportion to the potential hazards posed by the contaminants.When a person who is not fully decontaminated requires transportation to thehospital, the interior surfaces of the vehicle will be covered with plastic to preventspreading of the contamination.

First aid will be administered while awaiting an ambulance or paramedics.

8.4.3 PPEPersonnel leaving the Exclusion Zone must remove potential contaminants in an

orderly and controlled manner to avoid contamination of the person. Primary meansof avoiding contamination of the person is to minimize contact with contaminants

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during site activities. Secondary means is to assume contamination and systematicallyreduce the contamination prior to doffing PPE.

Persona] decontamination involves the sequential doffing of PPE, starting with themost heavily contaminated and working to the least contaminated. This progression,in combination with separating each step of the decontamination procedure by aminimum of 3 feet, ensures contamination decreases as the person moves from onestation to another further along the line. Wash and rinse steps may be needed toreduce the contamination to a level that is safe to handle. Since it is virtuallyimpossible to prevent the transfer of contaminants on protective clothing to thewearer, thorough decontamination of the chemical protective clothing is necessary.When done effectively, the amount of substance remaining on the chemical protectiveclothing is greatly reduced and the possibility of transfer is proportionately reduced.Therefore, heavily contaminated disposable chemical protective clothing should bewashed and rinsed to minimize the spread of the contaminants during doffing.Unsoiled disposable chemical protective clothing may not require the wash and rinsesteps.

Polyethylene plastic sheeting will be placed on the ground in the CRC, and thedecontamination stations will be arranged on top of the plastic. The first station willbe located within the Exclusion Zone and will be the station where grosscontamination is removed.

As a minimum, the level of protection required for the personnel assisting withpersonnel decontamination will be the most protective of either Level D or one levelless than the level worn in the Exclusion Zone.

The SSC is responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of the decontaminationprocedures.

8.4.4 InstrumentsInstrument decontamination requires, as a minimum, that all external surfaces and

surfaces that come in contact with contaminants be wiped with a cloth dampenedwith a trisodium phosphate detergent and wiped dry. Contamination should beprevented by packaging or wrapping the instrument in a material that will protect itfrom contamination but does not interfere with its proper operation.

Instruments that are internally contaminated or not completely decontaminatedwill be transferred in a controlled manner for subsequent decontamination. Theseinstruments will be bagged or wrapped in plastic for transfer to the decontamination

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location. The outside container of the instrument must be labelled as contaminatedand list the potential contaminants and associated hazards.

8.4.5 EquipmentEquipment that comes in direct contact with a contaminant will be decontaminated

and shown to be clean before it is returned to the owner or equipment center.

8.4.6 Decontamination SolutionsThe standard decontamination solutions will be a solution of Alconox or equivalent

detergent. Generally, a solution of trisodium phosphate detergent is sufficient formost site applications. The decontamination solution will be prepared in accordancewith the manufacturer's instructions. In general, potable water is a sufficient rinse;however, for specific equipment, deionized or distilled water may be required fordecontamination.

Other decontamination solutions are listed in Attachment 7.

8.4.7 Vehicle Decontamination StationAt sites where drill rigs or other vehicles are used for onsite activities, it may be

necessary to construct a vehicle decontamination station (VDS) to prevent the spreadof contaminants to offsite locations. Typically, the VDS is a sloping area lined withplastic sheeting and gravel so that decontamination solutions can flow into a linedcollection pit, sump, or trench. The pit contents can then be pumped intoDepartment of Transportation (DOT) approved 55-gallon drums or containers forlater disposal. Other VDS configurations include plastic sheeting with wood runwaysto accommodate vehicles.

It is imperative that all vehicles used onsite be thoroughly decontaminated beforebeing allowed to leave the site. Special attention should be paid to the treads ortracks and interior surfaces. Decontamination can be expedited if vehicle interiorsare lined with plastic sheeting prior to commencing onsite activities.

When using a central vehicular decontamination station, gross dirt must beremoved from the vehicle before it leaves the Contamination Reduction Zone.

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8.5 Disposition of Decontamination WastesAll materials and equipment used for decontamination must be disposed of

properly. Clothing, tools, buckets, brushes, and other equipment that is contaminatedmust be secured in containers and labelled. Clothing not completely decontaminatedonsite will be double bagged before it is removed from the site. Spentdecontamination soap/rinse solutions will be transferred to drums that are labelledand disposed of with other substances onsite.

Commercial laundries or cleaning establishments that clean protective clothing orequipment will be informed of the potentially harmful effects of exposures to thecontaminants.

8.5.1 Disposal ProceduresAll wash and rinse water will be transferred to a container that will be covered and

labelled as to contents and stored onsite. If 55-gallon drums are used, they will beDOT approved drums, and lids will be put on all drums in the event of rain and atthe close of each work day. Drums will be supported on wood blocks or pallets toreduce corrosion. Means and method of disposal of decontamination solutions willbe decided on a case-by-case basis and will be detailed in the Task HASP.

8.5.2 Contamination Reduction Corridor BreakdownWhen the CRC is no longer needed, it will be closed down. All disposable

clothing and plastic sheeting used during the operation will be double bagged andcontained onsite in a labelled DOT approved drum or container. All wash tubs,pails, containers, etc., will be thoroughly washed, rinsed, and dried prior to removalfrom the site.

8.6 CommunicationsCommunication systems will be established at the site for both internal and

external communication for both routine and emergency operations.

8.6.7 Internal CommunicationInternal communication refers to communication between workers operating in the

Exclusion Zone or the Contamination Reduction Zone or to communication from the

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Support Zone to these workers. Internal communication will be used for thefollowing:

• Alert team members to emergency situations.• Convey safety information (e.g., air time remaining in SCBA, heat stress

check, hazards detected).• Communicate changes in the work to be accomplished.• Maintain site control.The internal communication system may include standard communication devices

such as radio, audible signals from noise makers, or visual signals from hand or bodymovements.

Identification of individual workers is necessary to ensure commands are addressedto the right worker. This may be accomplished by one of several methods, dependingon the specifics of the site activities.

• Marking the suit with the worker's name.• Color coding, numbering, or symbols for long-distance identification.• Use of names for short distance, small work force tasks.Standard audible and visual communication signals are listed in Subsection 8.6.3.

8.6.2 External CommunicationsExternal communications refers to communication between onsite and offsite

personnel. An external communication system must be maintained for the following:• Coordinate emergency response efforts with offsite responders.• Report progress or problems to management.• Maintain contact with essential offsite personnel.The primary means of external communication are telephone and radio. Where

telephones are not available immediately at the site, all team members will beinformed of the location and dialing instructions of the nearest telephone. Thecorrect change and necessary telephone numbers will be made readily available in theSupport Zone. If a radio is used, its location will be clearly marked. Gearinstructions for its use will be posted with the radio at all times.

If access to external communications takes longer than 5 minutes to reach, thefield team will be equipped to have immediate access to emergency responseorganizations.

Specifics of the internal and external communication methods will be detailed inthe Task HASP.

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8.6.3 Communication SignalsThe purpose of communication signals is to alert members of emergencies, convey

safety information, communicate changes in the work to be accomplished, andmaintain site control.

Audible Internal Communications (whistle, vehicle horn, personal air horn).

Signal

One long blast

Two short blasts

Two long blasts

Three short blasts

Definition

Evacuate area

Localized problem, be on thealert

All clear, reentry permitted

Cease work operations

Visual Internal Communications (hand signals).

Signal

Hands clutching throat

Hands on top of head

Thumbs up

Thumbs down

Arms waiving upright

Grip partners wrist

Cross arms above head

Definition

Out of air/cannot breath

Need assistance

OK/I am alright/I understand

No/negative

Send backup support

Exit area immediately

Cease work operations

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8.6.4 Hazard CommunicationThe following apply to all chemicals where the chemical concentration exceeds

1 percent or 0.1 percent for a carcinogen. This section is applicable to all chemicalsbrought onsite, used onsite, or present as contaminants onsite.

All chemicals will be accompanied by a MSDS. All MSDSs will be included inAttachment 3 of the Site HASP and made available to all personnel.

All containers of chemicals will be properly labelled with the chemical name andappropriate hazard warning statement.

All team members will be trained in the following at the initial safety briefing orwherever the presence of chemicals is identified.

• Methods and observations that may be used to detect the presence or releaseof a hazardous chemical in the work area.

• Physical and health hazards of the chemical in the work area.• Measures employees can take to protect themselves from these hazards.

Location of the MSDSs.• Explanation of the labelling system.

8.7 Confined Space Entry ProceduresBVSPC team members are not authorized to enter confined spaces without written

authorization from the BVSPC HSM or designee. Confined spaces are defined asspaces that meet the following criteria.

• Large enough for a person to bodily enter.• Limited or restricted means of entry or exit.• Not designed for continuous employee occupancy.Entry into a confined space must comply with the BVSPC standard operating

procedure for entry into confined spaces.

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9.0 Emergency Action Plan

In the event of an emergency, the SSC will act as the emergency coordinator. TheSSC will assess the emergency and determine if onsite resources are capable ofresponding to the emergency without exceeding the level of training and resourcesavailable. Otherwise, emergency response by BVSPC field team members will be toimmediately evacuate the site in the event of a non-medical emergency.

9.1 PreplanningArrangements will be made with the local response community (i.e., fire

department or local response services) for them to respond to emergencies that mayoccur during site operations. The local response community will be providedinformation regarding site activities, including the types of operations being conductedat the site, the type and degree of contamination at the site, the location of the workzone, and any other relevant information that may be necessary for an appropriateresponse. Such information will be provided to a supervisory level representative ofthe emergency response organization prior to the commencement of site operations.

9.2 Reporting EmergenciesEmergencies of all types must be immediately reported to the SSC through

established communication means. If the SSC is not available, the emergency mustbe reported to the nearest BVSPC supervisory representative.

The SSC will assess the emergency and determine if onsite resources are capableof responding to the emergency without exceeding the level of training and resourcesavailable. If offsite emergency response organizations are needed, they will benotified in accordance with the preplanning arrangements.

9.3 NotificationIn the event of an emergency, personnel will take direction from the SSC. The

SSC will notify the appropriate emergency response organization necessary tomitigate the emergency. As soon as possible, the SSC will make contact with theBVSPC PM and the BVSPC HSM. If an emergency response organization is notifiedto respond, the SSC will dispatch a representative to the site entrance to escort the

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emergency response organization to the emergency scene. The SSC will act as theliaison with the officer-in-charge of the emergency response organization.

9.4 Emergency ContactsAttachment 1 lists emergency telephone numbers and reporting instructions for

ambulance, physician, hospital, poison control center, fire, police, local hazardousmaterials response team, emergency rescue team, client contact, and site contact.Attachment 1 will be conspicuously posted in the Support Zone. Where phonenumbers are not available for the abovementioned organizations, the list will soindicate.

The status and capabilities of emergency response teams that will provideassistance at the time of an emergency are described in the Task HASP.

9.5 Fire or ExplosionIn the event of a fire or explosion, the local fire department will be notified

immediately. The SSC or designated alternate will advise the fire commander of thelocation, nature, and identification of the hazardous materials onsite. The SSC willmaintain contact with the emergency response organization officer-in-charge.

If it is safe to do so, site personnel may respond as follows:• Use fire fighting equipment available onsite to control or extinguish incipient

fires.• Remove or isolate flammable or other hazardous materials that may

contribute to the fire.• Inform the site supervisor immediately.• Inform the client immediately.

9.6 Spills or LeaksIn the event of a spill or a leak, site personnel will take the following actions:• Inform the site manager immediately.• Inform the client immediately.• Locate the source of the spillage and stop the flow if it can be done safely.• Contain the spill.• Notify the local emergency response organization if the spill cannot be

controlled.

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• Notify the local fire department if the chemical release has the potential ofimpacting the public health or environment offsite.

• Request offsite assistance in recovery of spilled material.If the SSC determines that a situation exists that could threaten human health or

the environment outside the site area, the local fire department will be notifiedimmediately. In accordance with EPA Superfund and Reauthorization Amendment(SARA) Title III, the SSC will also immediately notify the National Response Centerand the BVSPC PM. The telephone report will include:

(1) Name and telephone number of reporter.(2) Name and address of facility.(3) Time and type of incident (e.g., release, fire).(4) Name and quantity of materials(s) involved, to the extent known, and the

location of the discharge within the facility.(5) Extent of injuries, if any.(6) Possible hazards to human health or the environment outside the site area.(7) Actions the person reporting the discharge proposes to take to contain, clean

up, and remove the substance.

9.7 Evacuation ProceduresAt each work site, an evacuation route and rally point will be identified. The

evacuation route will be selected to direct field personnel away from the ExclusionZone to the nearest exit. During evacuation, field personnel will make every effortto evacuate with their assigned buddy. The evacuation route will avoid high hazardareas and efficiently move personnel away from the emergency site.

The evacuation route will be towards a rally point. The rally point is a commonarea where all field team members are to meet following an evacuation. Thepurpose of the rally point is to remove personnel to a safe location away from theemergency and away from high hazard areas and to where they can be accounted forby the SSC. In the event of missing personnel, the SSC will immediately notify theemergency response organizations. The SSC will provide whatever assistance isrequested by the emergency response organizations if search and rescue is necessary.If the designated rally point is proximate to the hazard, the SSC will authorize theevacuees to move to a safer rally point. All personnel will remain at the rally pointuntil authorized to leave by the SSC.

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9.8 Critique of Response and Follow-upA follow-up meeting will be held after any emergency situation to assess the

actions taken. The meeting will be attended by the SSC and other individuals asappropriate. A record of the meeting will be kept by the SSC. Recommendationsfrom the meeting will be incorporated into the future responses to emergencysituations.

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10.0 Team Member Responsibilities

10.1 Managerial Responsibility10.1.1 Heart/7 and Safety Manager

The HSM is responsible for providing the PM with assistance and support withregard to all regulatory and safety aspects of site activity.

10.1.2 Project ManagerThe BVSPC PM is responsible for technical direction and overall project

administration. As a part of that function, the PM will ensure that, at a minimum,BVSPC's project plans meet OSHA requirements and that the health and safety ofall site personnel are a primary concern.

10.2 Team Organization/ResponsibilityThe following personnel organization is critical to the planned activities at the site.

The organizational structure is assigned and will be reviewed and updated periodicallyby the PM.

10.2.1 Site ManagerThe BVSPC site manager is responsible for leading the team in the planned field

activities, including paying close attention to site conditions as they may affect thehealth and safety of all team members during their onsite activities. The SSC willassist the site manager in the site activities.

70.2.2 Site Safety CoordinatorThe SSC has total responsibility for ensuring that the provisions of this HASP are

adequate and implemented in the field. Changing field conditions may requiredecisions to be made concerning adequate protection programs. Therefore, it is vitalthat personnel assigned as SSC be experienced and meet the additional trainingrequirements specified by OSHA in 29 CFR 1910.120 and the BVSPC Safety andHealth Program. The SSC is also responsible for conducting site inspections on aregular basis to ensure the effectiveness of the HASP.

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10.2.3 Field TeamThe field team is the BVSPC team personnel responsible for performing the

activities described in the HASP under the site manager's oversight. Each memberis expected to handle the assigned duties with attention to the inherent hazardsinvolved. All field team members agree to adhere to the provisions in the HASP.

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11.0 Certification

All field team members are required to read and familiarize themselves with thecontents of this HASP and acknowledge their agreement to comply with theprovisions of the plan through the entry of a signature and date on the section below.Any changes to the HASP will be made in accordance with Section 12.0, Record ofChanges.

By my signature, I certify that:• I have read,• I understand, and• I will comply with the Site Health and Safety Plan for the Waterloo Coal Gas

Site.

Printed Name Signature Date Affiliation

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12.0 Record of Changes

Changes to this HASP must be made on the following form and submitted to theBVSPC PM and HSM for their approval. Field activities that have the potential forexposure to contaminants will be halted until the HASP has been modified to reflectchanged conditions and the BVSPC HSM has reviewed and approved the changes.All field team members who are affected by the changes must initial that they havebeen apprised of those changes.

Revision Number Subject Section/Page Initials/Date

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Attachment 1Emergency InformationWaterloo Coal Gas Site

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Waterloo Coal Gas SiteHospital Emergency Route

Route to: Alien Memorial Hospital1825 Logan AvenueWaterloo, Iowa 50703Emergency Phone: (319) 235-3697

See the following page (Figure 4) for hospital route.• From the site, go to Sycamore Street.• At Sycamore Street, go right.• At the intersection of Sycamore Street and Elm Street, turn left (north) onto

Elm Street.• Go 3 blocks to Franklin Street.• Turn left (west) onto Franklin Street.• Go west and then northwest to U.S. Route 63.• Turn right (north) onto U.S. 63.• Go 1.5 miles north to Donald Street..• Turn left (west) on Donald Street.• Go about 1/4 of a block.• Emergency Room sign and entrance is on the left.

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^J Donald St

•̂ "A ALLEN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL\ 1825 Logan Avenue

Waterloo, Iowa 50703Emergency Phone: (319) 235-3697

DIRECTIONS TO HOSPITAL:From Intersection of Sycamore St and Elm St, take Elm St toFranklin St; Take left on Franklin and go to U.S. Route 63;Go North on 63 for approximately 1.5 Miles. Take left onDonald St and go approximately a Quarter of a block.(Will see Sign for Emergency Entrance).

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Emergency Contacts

Organization

Fire

Local Medical

Hospital (Alien MemorialHospital Emergency Room)

Police/Sheriff

BVSPC

BVSPC

EMR Medical Services

Client

Poison Control

National Response Center (NRC)

Name

Centralized Dispatch orMr. Tom Lanigan

Centralized Dispatch orMr. Tom Lanigan

Debie Gingrich, RN

Centralized Dispatch

Genise Webber

Jack Schill, CIH, CSP

Dr. Elayne Theriault

Jim Colbert

Position

Fire Marshall

Fire Marshall

Emergency Room DepartmentHead

Project Manager

Health and Safety Manager

Consulting Physician

Work Assignment Manager

Phone Number

911 or 295-2515 or291-4460

911 or 295-2515 or291-4460

319-235-3697

911 or 295-2515

913-458-6548 (o)

802-644-2841 (o)Pager 1-800-759-8888PIN# 352-0332

800-229-3674

913-551-7489

800-222-1222

800-424-8802

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Attachment 2Chemicals of Concern and

Applicable Regulatory StandardsWaterloo Coal Gas Site

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Table A2-1Chemicals of Concern and Applicable Regulatory Standards at Waterloo Coal Oat Site

Contaminant

1,2-Dihydro-Acenaphthylene(PAH)CAS # 83-32-9

Anthracene (PAH)CAS # 120-12-7

BenzeneCAS # 71-43-2

Benzofajanthracene (PAH)CAS # 56-55-3

Benzo(a)pryene (PAH)CAS # 50-32-8

Benzofbjfluoranthene(PAH)CAS # 205-99-2

Benzo(g,h,i]perylene (PAH)CAS # 191-24-2

Benzo[k]fluoranthene(PAH)CAS # 207-08-9

CyanideCAS # 151-50-8 (KCN)CAS # 143-33-9 (NaCN)

Dibenzo(a,h)perylene(PAH)CAS # Unable to locale

Exposure Route

Inhalation, Ingestion

Inhalation

Inhalation, Skin Absorption,Ingestion, and Skin/EyeContact

Inhalation

Inhalation

Inhalation

Inhalation

Inhalation

Inhalation, Skin, Absorption,Ingestion, Eye Contact

Inhalation

TWA Exposure Limits

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV: 10 ppm (3 mg/m3)PEL: 1 ppmREL: O.I ppm (4 mg/m3)

TLV: 0.1 mg/m3

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV:REL/PEL:5 mg/m3

4.7 ppm

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

ACGIH

IDLH

500 ppm

50 mg/m3

25

Hazard/Symptoms

Irritating to skin and mucous membranes; vomiting;increased incidence of lung cancer

Skin irritation; increased incidence of lung cancer

Irritation of eyes, note, respiratory system; giddiness,headaches, nausea; staggered gait; fatigue; lassitude;dermatitis; bone marrow depression; abdominal pain,carcinogen


Irritant to lungs and skin


Irritant to skin and lungs, potential carcinogen


Asphyxia and death, weakness, headache, confusion,nausea, vomiting, increased respiratory rate, slowgasping respiration, irritation of eyes, skin

Potentially carcinogenic, irritant to skin and lungs

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Table A2-1 (Continued)Chemicals of Concern and Applicable Regulatory Standards at Waterloo Coal Gas Site

Contaminant

EthylbenzeneCAS # 100-41-4

Fluoranthene (PAH)CAS #206-44-0

Fluorine (PAH)CAS # 7782-41-4

lndeno(l,2,3-cd|pyrencCAS # 193-39-5

NaphthaleneCAS # 91-20-3

Phenanthrene (PAH)CAS * 85-01-8

PhenolsCAS # 108-95-2

Pyrene (PAH)CAS* 129-00-0

TolueneCAS #108-88-3

Trans, 1,2-dichloroetheneCAS * 540-59-0

Exposure Route

Inhalation, Ingestion,Skin/Eye Contact

Inhalation

Inhalation

Inhalation

Inhalation, Ingestion, SkinContact

Inhalation

Inhalation, Skin Absorption,Ingestion, and Eye Contact

Inhalation

Inhalation, Absorption,Ingestion, Skin/Eye Contact

Inhalation, Skin/Eye Contactand Absorption, Ingestion

TWA Exposure Limits

TLV: 100 ppmPEL: 100 ppmREL: 100 ppm

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

PEL: 0.1 ppmREL: 0.1 ppm

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

PEL:

REL/PEL: 10 ppm (50 mg/m3)

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

PEL for pure phenolPEL/REL:5 ppmceiling 15.6 ppm (60 m)

TLV: 0.2 mg/m3

TLV: 50 ppmPEL: 200 ppmREL: 100 ppm (375)

TLV: 10 ppmPEL: 200 ppmREL: 200 ppm (790)

IDLH

800 ppm(LEL)

25 ppm

250 ppm

250 ppm

500 ppm

Carcinogen1,000 ppm

Haza rd/Symptoms

Irritation of eyes, mucous membranes; headache;dermatitis; narcosis, coma

Irritant to skin, increased incidence of lung cancer

Irritant to skin, increased incidence of lung cancer

Irritant to skin and lungs

Eye irritation, headache, confusion, excitement, malaise,nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, irritation of bladder,profuse sweating, jaundice, kidney shutdown, dermatitis

Skin irritation, increased incidence of lung cancer

Irritation of eyes, nose, throat; weakness; muscle ache,pain; dark urine; cyanosis; liver, kidney damage; skinburns; dermatitis; tremor, convulsions, twitch

Skin irritation, increased incidence of lung cancer

Fatigue, weakness; confusion, euphoria, dizziness,headaches; dilated pupils; excess tearing of eyes,nervousness, muscle fatigue, insomnia; abnormal skinsensation, photophobia

Skin and eye irritant; smell and irritation warn of itspresence at relatively safe concentrations

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Table A2-1 (Continued)Chemicals of Concern and Applicable Regulatory Standards at Waterloo Coal Gas Site

Contaminant

Xylenes (Total)CAS # 1330-20-7

Exposure Route

Inhalation, Absorption,Ingestion, Skin/Eye Contact

TWA Exposure Limits

TLV: 100 ppmPEL: 100 ppm

IDLH

1,000 ppm

Hazard/Symptoms

Dizziness, excitement, drowsiness, incoordination,staggering gait; irritation of eyes, nose, throat; anorexia;nausea; vomiting, abdominal pain

Notes and Abbreviations:

IDLH Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, NIOSH Pocket GuideOSHA PEL/Carcinogen/ACGlH TLV Sources: American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists, Guide to Occupational Exposure ValuesOSHA PEL: Occupational Safety and Health Administration Permissible Exposure Limit.TWA: Time-weighted average exposure concentration for normal 8-hour (TLV, PEL) or up to a 10-hour (REL) workday and 40-hour workweek.IDLH: Immediately dangerous to life or health concentrations.

Carcinogen Designations:

TLV-A2: Suspected human carcinogen, based on either limited epidemiologic evidence or demonstration.EPA-B: Probable human carcinogen; weight of evidence of human carcinogenicity based on epidemiologic studies is limited; agents for which weight of evidence of

carcinogenicity based on animal studies is sufficient.EPA-B-2: Sufficient evidence from animal studies; inadequate evidence or no data from epidemiologic studies.LARC-2A: Probably carcinogenic to humans; limited human evidence, sufficient evidence in experimental animals.IARC-2B: Possibly carcinogenic to humans; limited evidence in humans in the absence of sufficient evidence in experimental animals.MAK-A1: Capable of inducing malignant tumors as shown by experience with humans.MAK-A2: Unmistakably carcinogenic in animal experimentation onlyNIOSH-X: Carcinogen defined with no further categorization.NTP-2: Reasonably anticipated to be a carcinogen; limited evidence from studies in humans or sufficient evidence from studies in experimental animals.

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Attachment 3Material Safety Data Sheets

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Material Safety Data SheetsContents

No material safety data sheets are included because no intrusive activities BYBVSPC personnel are planned.

On jobs requiring equipment, a field reference manual is normally sent to the field.The field reference manual contains copies of the following material safety datasheets (MSDSs), which are not included in this attachment.• 0.75% pentane and 15% Oxygen Calibration Gas.• 100 ppm Sobutylene Calibration Gas.• 60 ppm Carbon Monoxide, 0.75% Pentane, and 15% Oxygen Calibration Gas.• Activated Charcoal.• Bentonite.• Carbon Tetrachloride.• Chloroform.• Compressed Air.• Diesel Fuel. • Expanded Vermiculite.• Hexane. • Hydrochloric Acid (36%).• Hydrogen. • Hydrosep.• Isopropyl Alcohol. • Leaded Gasoline.• Lithium Battery. • Methane.• Nitric Acid (63%). • Oppm H2S Calibration Gas.• Phosphoric Acid (85%).• Portland Cement. • Reagent Alcohol.• Silica Sand. • Sodium Hydroxide (50%).• Sulphuric Acid (98%).• YSI 3140 Platinizing Solution.• Zero Oxygen Solution.

This project does not require equipment and therefore, these MSDS sheets are notincluded.

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Attachment 4Safety Meeting ChecklistWaterloo Coal Gas Site

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Waterloo Coal Gas SiteSafety Meeting Checklist

Site Safety Coordinator Date

Attendee Initials: ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

SSC Initials

Review Immediate and Pertinent Work PlansCollect Current Medical Monitoring CertificatesCollect Current Respirator Fit Test RecordCollect Current Training Certificates:

Hazardous Waste Operations 40 hr (OSHA 1910.120)Hazardous Waste Operations Refresher (OSHA 1910.120)Hazardous Waste Operations Supervisor (OSHA 1910.120)Confined Space EntryAir Supplied RespiratorsMonitoring Equipment (other than BVSPC supplied)First Aid/CPROther

Review Standing Safety OrdersReview Personal Protective Equipment RequirementsReview Emergency Action Plan:

Anticipated Emergency Response DiscussedIdentify First Aid/CPR Trained Personnel to Team MembersPersonnel Trained to Respond Identified to TeamReview Evacuation and Rally Procedures with Team MembersConduct Chemical Hazard Training for Team MembersDetection MethodsProtective MeasuresLocation of MSDSLabelling System Used OnsiteSigns/Symptoms of OverexposureReview Communication Systems with Team MembersInternal SystemExternal System

Review Changes to HASPPoint Out Postings:

Emergency Phone ListHospital Emergency- Route/MapOSHA PosterHASPSubcontractor Safety

MSDS Submitted to BVSPC SSCEmergency EquipmentReference Materials

Note: If an item is not applicable, insert "N/A."

Safety briefings are to be odd prior to initiating any cite activity and at met tines ac urmraiy to ensure that employees areapprised of the site safety plan and that the plan is being followed.

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Attachment 5Medical Monitoring Examination Elements


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Medical Monitoring Examination Elements

BaselineMedical HistoryRespirator User AssessmentAssessment for Hazardous Waste WorkerPhysical ExaminationElectrocardiogram (EKG)Pulmonary Function TestChest X-rayAudiometryVision ScreenStool Occult BloodUrinanalysisHematologyBlood ChemistryCoagulationPhysician Discretion Exams

AnnualBaseline Minus the X-rayPhysician Discretion Exams

ExitBaseline Minus EKG and Respirator User AssessmentPhysician Discretion Exams

Physician Discretion ExamsAnnual Chest X-ray Tetanus BoosterSerum PCB levels RBC CholinesterasePlasma Cholinesterase Stress EKG24 hr Dioxin in Urine Heavy Metals in Urine

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Attachment 6Monitoring Equipment Action Levels


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Table A6-1Monitoring Equipment

Action Levels

Instrument

O2 Meter (measure at sourcefor LEL Meter, in breathingzone for PPE).

LEL Meter(measure at source)

Organic Vapor Detector(FDD or FID)(measure in breathing zone)

Radiation Meter

Hydrogen CyanideDraeger TubeElectrochemical Instrument

Dust Meter

Noise Meter

Reading

Less than 19.5% O2

Greater than 23% O2

Up to 5% LEL

5-10% LEL

Greater than 10% LEL

Background

Up to 5 ppm abovebackground

Greater than 5 ppm abovebackground

Background

Greater than background

Any indication

Up to 2 rng/rn3

Greater than 2 mg/m3

Up to 85 db

Greater than 85 db

Action

Withdraw. Ventilate with freshair. Explosimeter readings notvalid if O2 < 10%.

Withdraw. Explosion hazard.Consult with BVSPC HSM.

Continue activities.

Continue: ID source.

Withdraw. Explosion hazard.Consult with BVSPC HSM.

Level D

Level C

Withdraw. Consult with BVSPCHSM.




Level D, based on dust levelsonly.

Level C, based on dust levelsonly.


Hearing protection required.

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Attachment 7Decontamination Methods


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Table A7-1Personnel Decontamination

Method *

Soap and water

Lava soap, soft brush, andwater

Tide or other detergent(plain)

Mixture of 50% Tide and50% commeal

Surface

Skin and hands

Skin and hands

Skin and hands

Skin and hands

Action

Emulsifies anddissolves contaminate

Emulsifies, dissolves,and erodes



Technique

Wash 2-3 minutes and monitor.Do not wash more than 3-4limes.

Use light pressure with heavylather. Wash for 2 minutes, 3times. Rinse and monitor. Usecare not to scratch or erode theskin. Apply lanolin or handcream to prevent chapping

Make into a paste. Use withadditional water with a mildscrubbing action. Use care not toerode the skin.

Make into a paste. Use withadditional water with a mildscrubbing action. Use care not toerode the skin.

Advantages

Readily available and effective formost contamination.

Readily available and effective formost contamination.

Slightly more effective thanwashing with soap.

Slightly more effective thanwashing with soap.

Disadvantages

Continued washing will defal the skin.Indiscriminate washing of other thanaffected parts may spreadcontamination.

Continued washing will abrade theskin.

Will defat and abrade skin and mustbe used with care.

WUI defat and abrade skin and mustbe used with care.

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Table A7-2Area and Material Decontamination

Method •

Vacuum cleaning

Water

Steam

Detergents

Surface

Dry surfaces

All nonporoussurfaces (metal,painted, plastic,etc.)

All surfaces

Nonporoussurfaces(especially paintedor oiled surfaces)

Nonporoussurfaces (metal,painted, glass,plastic, etc.)

Action

Removes contaminateddust by suction

Dissolves and erodes

Dissolve and erodes

Dissolves and erodes

Emulsifies contaminantand increases wettingpower of water andcleaning efficiency ofsteam

Technique

Use conventional vacuumtechnique with efficient filter.

For large surfaces. Hose withhigh pressure water at anoptimum distance of 1 5 to 20feet. Spray vertical surfaces at anangle of incidence of 30° to 40°;work from top to bottom to avoidrecontamination. Work upwindto avoid spray. Determinecleaning rate experimentally, ifpossible; otherwise, use a rate of4 square feet per minute.

For small surfaces Blot up liquidand handwipe with water andappropriate commercialdetergent.

Work from top to bottom andfrom upwind. Clean surface at arate of 4 square feel per minute.The cleaning efficiency of streamwill be greatly increased by usingdetergent.Rub surface 1 minute with a ragmoistened with detergent solutionthen wipe with dry rag; use cleansurface of the rag for eachapplication. Use a power rotarybrush with pressure feed formore efficient cleaning. Applysolution from a distance with apressure proportioned. Do notallow solution to drip onto othersurface. Mist application is allthat is necessary.

Advantages

Good on dry, porous surfaces.Avoids water reactions.

All water equipment may beutilized. Allows operation to becarried out from a distance. Conlamination may be reduced by50%. Water equipment may beused for solutions of otherdecontaminating agents.

Extremely effective if doneimmediately after spill and onnon-porous surfaces.

Contamination may be reducedapproximately 90% on paintedsurfaces.

Dissolve industrial film and othermaterials which holdcontamination. Contaminationmay be reduced by 90%.

Disadvantages

All dust must be filtered out ofexhaust. Machine is contaminated.

Drainage must be controlled. Notsuitable for porous materials. Oiledsurfaces cannot be decontaminated.Not applicable on dry contaminatedsurfaces (use vacuum); not applicableon porous surfaces such as wood,concrete, canvas, etc. Spray will becontaminated.

Of little value in the decontaminationof large areas, longstandingcontaminants, and porous surfaces.

Stream subject to same limitations aswater. Spray hazard makes thewearing of waterproof outfitsnecessary.

May require personal contact withsurface. May not be efficient on

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Table A7-2 (Continued)Area and Material Decontamination

Method *

Complexing agents

Organic solvents

Inorganic acids

Acid mixtures:

Hydrochloric, sulfuric,acetic, citric acids, acetates.citrates

Surface

Nonporoussurfaces(especiallyun weatheredsurfaces, i.e., norust or calcareousgrowth)

Nonporoussurfaces (greasyor waxed surfaces,paint or plasticfinishes, etc.)

Metal surfaces(especially withporous deposits.i.e., rust orcalcareousgrowth);circulatory pipesystems

Nonporoussurfaces(especially withporous deposits);circulatory pipesystems

Action

Forms solublecomplexes withcontaminated material

Dissolves organicmaterials (oil, paint,etc.)

Dissolve porousdeposits

Dissolves porousdeposits

Technique

Completing agent solution shouldcontain 3% (by weight) or agent.Spray surface with solution.Keep surface moist 30 minutes byspraying with solutionperiodically. After 30 minutes,flush material off with water.Completing agents may be usedon vertical and overhead surfacesby adding chemical foam (sodiumcarbonate or aluminum sulfate).

Immerse entire unit in solvent orapply by wiping procedure (seeDetergents).

Use dip-bath procedure formovable items. Acid should bekept at a concentration of 1 to 2normal (9 to 18% hydrochloric, 3to 6% sulfuric acid). Leave onweathered surfaces for 1 hour.Plush surface with water, scrubwith a water-detergent solution,and rinse. Leave in pipecirculatory system 2 to 4 hours;flush with plain water, a water-detergent solution, then againwith plain water.

Same as for inorganic acids. Atypical mixture consist of 0.1 galhydrochloric acid, 0.2 Ib sodiumacetate, and 1 gal water

Advantages

Holds contamination in solution.Contamination may be reducedby 75% in 4 minutes onunweathered surfaces. Easilystored; carbonates and citratesare nontoxic, noncorrosive.

Quick dissolving action.Recovery of solvent possible bydistillation.

Corrosive action on metal andporous deposits. Corrosiveaction may be moderated byaddition of corrosion inhibitors tosolution.

Contamination may reduced by90% in 1 hour (unweatheredsurfaces). More easily handledthan inorganic acid solution.

Disadvantage*

Requires application for 5 to 30minutes. Little penetrating power; ofsmall value on weathered surfaces.

Requires good ventilation and fireprecautions. Toxic to personnel.Material bulky.

Personal hazard. Wear goggles,rubber boots, gloves, and aprons.Good ventilation required because oftoobcity and explosive gases. Acidmixtures should not be heated.Possibility of excessive corrosion ifused without inhibitors. Sulfuric acidnot effective on calcareous deposits.

Weathered surfaces may requireprolonged treatment. Same safetyprecautions as required for inorganicacids.

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Table A7-2 (Continued)Area and Material Decontamination

Method*Caustics:

lye (tolidum hydroxide)calcium hydroxidepotassium hydroxide

Thsodium phosphate

Abrasion

Sandblasting

Vacuum blasting

SurfacePainted surfaces(horizontal)

Painted surfaces(vertical,overhead)Non poroussurfaces

Non porous

Porous and non-porous surfaces

ActionSoftens paint (harshmethod)

Softens paint (mildmethod)

Removes surfaces

Removes surfaces

Removes surface; trapsand controlscontaminated waste.

Technique

Allow paint-remover solution toremain on surface until paint issoftened to the point where itmay be washed off with water.Remove remaining paint withlong-handled scrapers. Typicalpaint remover solution: 10 galwater, 4 Ib lye, 6 Ib boilercompound, 0.75 Ib comstarch.Apply about 10% solution byrubbing and wiping procedure(see Detergent)Use conventional procedures,such as sanding, filing, andchipping; keep surface damp toavoid dust hazard.Keep sand wet to lessen

Hold tool flush to surface toprevent escape of contamination.

Advantages

Minimum contact withcontaminated surfaces. Easilystored.

Contamination may be reducedto tolerance in one or twoapplications.

Contamination may be reducedto as low a level as desired.

Practical for large surface areas

Contaminated waste ready fordisposal. Safety abrasion method.

DisadvantagesPersonal hazard (will cause bums).Reaction slow; thus, it is not efficienton vertical or overhead surfaces.Should not be used on aluminum ormagnesium.

Destructive effective on paint. Shouldnot be used on aluminum ormagnesium.Impracticable for porous surfacesbecause of penetration by moisture.

Contamination spread over area mustbe removed.Contamination of equipment.

• Begin with the first listed method and then proceed step by step to the more severe methods, as necessary.

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Appendix AWaterloo Coal Gas Sfte

Pilot Boring Installation OversightTask Health and Safety Plan

Prepared by:Author

Date:

Reviewed by.nSite Manager

Date: /C 5/

Approved by: Date:Veatch Special Projects Corp.

Health and Safety Manager

Expiration Date: October 31. 1998

Tke foBowiac TMk HASP is kealtb and safety faforatatioii cpedfic to the tasks described within. This Task HASP is anateasioa of the HASP and as such must be used in conjunction with that document.

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Contents

I.0 Scope of Task Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-l2.0 Task-Specific Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-33.0 Hazard Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-34.0 Personnel Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-55.0 Personal Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-56.0 Monitoring Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-57.0 Site Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-68.0 Safety and Emergency Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-69.0 Emergency Action Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-610.0 Team Member Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7II.0 Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-812.0 Record of Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9

Figures

Figure 1 Proposed Additional Soil Borings and Monitoring Well Locations A-2

Tables

Table A- 1 Hazard Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4

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1.0 Scope of Task Work

This Task HASP applies to all Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. (BVSPC)members.

EPA Region VII has tasked BVSPC to provide technical field oversight todocument the PRP's performance of field work during the Additional RI FieldActivities. The Respondent's contractor will:

• Advance three pilot borings to bedrock.• Install up to five new monitoring wells, four in two nests and one individual

well.• Abandon five piezometers.• Collect a round of groundwater samples from the old wells and from the

newly installed wells.The BVSPC field team will consist of one person, who will be onsite two days. Theprimary BVSPC activity will be to log the pilot borings. In addition, the BVSPCrepresentative will conduct oversight of any activities conducted by the PRP'scontractor while onsite. No primary or split samples will be collected.

The BVSPC field team will consist of the following members:• Site Manager: Genise Webber• Site Safety Coordinator: To Be Determined• Field Crew: To Be DeterminedThe field work is scheduled to occur in the second half of October 1997. The

BVSPC oversight person will be onsite approximately 2 days. It is believed that thepilot borings are being installed beyond the areas of soil contamination. Projectedsoil boring locations are shown in Figure 1.

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2.0 Task-Specific Background

In October 1997, the PRP's contractor will install three pilot borings, up to fivenew groundwater monitoring wells, and will abandon five piezometers at theWaterloo Coal Gas Site. BVSPC personnel will log the pilot borings and will conductoversight of all contractor activities for the 2 days that they will be onsite. It isanticipated that BVSPC personnel will not conduct any intrusive activities, such assample collection, during this oversight.

3.0 Hazard Assessment

Chemical hazards are discussed in the Site HASP. The primary contaminants ofconcern are carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic PAHs and cyanide.

The equipment hazards at the site are from heavy equipment, especially drill rigs,that will be used to install the pilot borings.

Other hazards include: excavations from previous activities, contact withpotentially contaminated soil or groundwater, potential contact with piezometerabandonment grout, and slips, trips, and falls.

Risks from all these hazards are rated as minimal, because BVSPC personnel willonly be conducting oversight and logging the pilot borings. BVSPC personnel will notbe collecting split samples or conducting any intrusive activities. All activities will beconducted in Modified Level D PPE.

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Table A-lHazard Analysis

Activity or Task to be performed:Planned Duration of Activity :

Pilot Boring Logging & General Oversight Season of the Activity: FallTwo Days Workday Hours: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm

PrianpH Step

Pilot Boring Logging

Oversight

PotesXial Safely orHealth Hazards

Exposure topotentiallycontaminated soil,noise, drilling rigoperations (pinchpoints, ect.), falb

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Exposure topotentiallycontaminated soiland groundwater,noise, drilling rigoperations (pinchpoints, eel.), falls

MoMtorakjReqwresMls

All monitoring to beconducted by thePRP's Contractor.

All monitoring to beconducted by (hePRP's Contractor.

Action Leveai

No changes to SiteHASP Levels.

No changes to SiteHASP levels.

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Modified Level DAdd Nilrile gloves ifcontact with soil isrequired.

Modified Level D

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Do not contact soil.If contact required,add gloves.Wear hearingprotection ifnecessary. Monitordrilling activities.Slay dear of trafficand watch footing.

• Do not contact soilorGW. If contactrequired, add gloves.Wear hearingprotection ifnecessary. Monitordrilling activities.Slay clear of trafficand watch footing.

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None beyond SiteHASP requirements.

None beyond SiteHASP requirements.

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4.0 Personnel Qualifications

Personnel working at the site will have the following required training and medicalmonitoring:

• 40-HR INITIAL HAZARDOUS WASTE OPERATIONS.• 8-HR HAZARDOUS WASTE OPERATIONS REFRESHER.• FIRST AID/CPR.• 3-DAYS SUPERVISED WORK.Copies of all training and medical documentation are attached to this Task

HASP.

5.0 Personal Protective Equipment

Because all risks to BVSPC oversight personnel at this site are minimal, alloversight and pilot boring logging will be conducted in modified level D PPE asdescribed below:

• Hard Hat,• Nitrile Gloves (if examining pilot boring material),• Steel-toed boots.

6.0 Monitoring Program

BVSPC personnel will rely on the PRP's contractor for air monitoring. BVSPCpersonnel will monitor the contractor's air monitoring results and implement theappropriate response from the BVSPC Site HASP. If the contractor evacuates orswitches to a higher level of protection, BVSPC personnel will also, regardless ofwhether that action is called for by the BVSPC HASP. BVSPC personnel willupgrade whenever required by the BVSPC Site HASP, even if the contractor doesnot. Whenever possible, BVSPC personnel will conduct the oversight from upwindof the activity.

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7.0 Site Control

The proposed locations of the pilot borings are shown on Figure 1. The PRP'scontractor will be responsible for establishing and maintaining site control. BVSPCpersonnel will comply with the contractor's site control requirements, such as usingthe proper access control points to enter the exclusion zone. The Contractor is alsoresponsible for all site monitoring.

Only one BVSPC person will be onsite. Therefore, it will be difficult toimplement the "Buddy system." No BVSPC personnel will enter the exclusion zonewithout making arrangements with a contractor personnel for a buddy. Oversight andpilot logging will be done from outside the exclusion zone whenever possible.

The nearest hospital is Alien Memorial Hospital. It is located at 1825 LoganAvenue. A map showing the route to the hospital and written directions to thehospital are included in the Site HASP. The fastest method of obtaining medicalassistance is to dial 911.

The contractor's signal for evacuation is three long blasts from an air horn. Thissignal will supersede the evacuation signal in Section 8.7.3 of the Site HASP (onelong blast).

The BVSPC person on-site will have a mobile phone.

8.0 Safety and Emergency Procedures

BVSPC personnel should not perform intrusive activities at this site withoutreassessing the hazards and protection required.

Decontamination should not be required, because the activities are supposed totake place in a non-contaminated area. If BVSPC personnel do have to enter acontaminated exclusion zone, they will use the contractor's decontamination stationfor decon.

9.0 Emergency Action Plan

There are no changes to the Site EAP.

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10.0 Team Member Responsibilities

The Site Manager is Genise Webber and the Site Safety Coordinator is still tobe determined. Their responsibilities are outlined in the Site HASP. BVSPCpersonnel will be responsible for following the appropriate PRP contractor safetyrequirements.

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11.0 Certification

By my signature, I certify that:• I have read,• I understand, and• I will abide by the Task Health and Safety Plan for the Waterloo Coal Gas

Site.

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12.0 Record of Changes

Changes to this Task HASP must be made on the following form and submittedto the BVSPC PM and HSM for their approval. Field activities that have thepotential for exposure to contaminants will be halted until the Task HASP has beenmodified to reflect changed conditions and the BVSPC HSM has reviewed andapproved the changes. All field team members who are affected by the changes mustinitial that they have been apprised of those changes.

Revision Number Subject Section/Page Initials/Date

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