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SAFETY ORIENTATION BOOKLET
United States Environmental Protection Agency
60 Westview Street, Lexington, Massachusetts 02173
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This page is to express the appreciation of the Surveillance and Analysis
Division in the preparation of this manual. It is believed that this manual will
establish guidelines for safety policy. Without the cooperation of the authors
listed below, this would not have been attained.
Robert Beane, Safety Designee
Steven Serian, Safety Committee Chairperson and Water Representative
Scott Clifford, Air Representative
Howard Davis, Biology Representative
Moira Lataille, Chemistry Representative
David Tordoff, Oil and Hazardous Materials Representative
Donald Grant, Union Representative
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION 1
GENERAL SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURES (SOP) AT NERL 2
MAINTENANCE OF SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS 25
AIR SECTION SOP 32
BIOLOGY SECTION SOP 36
CHEMISTRY SECTION SOP 38
OIL AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SECTION SOP 55
WATER SECTION SOP 63
UNION SOP 70
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INTRODUCTION
This Booklet is intended to orient Surveillance and Analysis Division
employees to the Safety Program, the safety-related systems and features of the
facility, and general-safety practices of the NERL. It is not intended to be a
safety manual of operations to include every anticipated hazard or contingency.
Consequently, the Laboratory Safety Program consists partly of rules and
guidelines and partly of common sense, judgment, and experience.
This Booklet is designed to provide basic information and to heighten the
safety awareness of all employees. Employees, therefore, are expected to
adhere to the rules and guidelines and maintain a high level of safety
consciousness. The latter will involve a constant vigilance for unsafe or
potentially hazardous practices and corrective action as necessary to ameliorate
the condition.
The Laboratory Safety Committee prepared this material. It should be
reviewed by all employees on a periodic basis. Any suggestions for improvement
will be welcomed by the Committee.
A list of the current members of the Safety Committee is posted on the
Safety Bulletin Board.
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PROTECTIVE SERVICES - SAFETY MANAGEMENT
PURPOSE: To establish a safety management policy for the NERL.
BACKGROUND: The EPA Safety Management Manual requires that a Safety
Officer be designated at each facility. Safety is a line responsibility. Every
manager, supervisor and employee is responsible for identifying risks, hazards, or
unsafe situations or practices and for taking steps to assure adequate safety in
the activities under his supervision or in which he participates. All must be
concerned about the seriousness or operational breakdown, losses and destruction
of property and personal injuries or loss of life.
POLICY: The S&A Director as "Officer-in-Charge" shall be responsible
for conducting the safety program within his area of responsibility. The
Facilities Manager has been assigned Safety Designee to serve as his principal
staff officer to assist in carrying out this responsibility.
As a staff advisor to the S&A Director, the Safety Designee responsibilities will
include, but are not limited to:
1. Reporting directly to the S&A Director on all matters concerning the
safety of employees, equipment, and facilities.
2. Providing general occupational safety and health information to
Laboratory or Station personnel and obtaining professional assistance as required.
3. Reviewing supervisory accident reports for completeness and accuracy,
verifying codes and routing them to the Headquarter's Safety Officer within
48 hours of an accident causing personal injury, or property loss in excess of
$50.00.
4. Supervising the Laboratory Safety Committee and directing the
committee function of reviewing and evaluating accidents and work hazards
pertinent to local activities.
5. Developing and implementing a self-protection plan for facilities under
the exclusive control of the S&A Director.
6. Implementing local programs to assure that personal protective equip-
ment is used where needed and that OSHA Standards are met.
7. Assuring that all controls and regulations pertaining to the transporta-
tion of hazardous or potentially hazardous materials are implemented.
8. Establishing and maintaining a Motor Vehicle Safety Program.
Reports of Safety Surveys and inspection shall be furnished to the S&A Director.
He shall prepare an action plan to correct deficiencies which shall specify action
to be taken and the date by which corrective action will be completed. The
reason must be stated if corrective action will not be taken.
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PROTECTIVE SERVICES - SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE
PURPOSE; To establish a Laboratory Safety and Health Committee with
responsibilites and procedures for conducting a Safety and Health Program.
BACKGROUND: Safety and Health Provisions for Federal Employees, 29 CFR
1960 and EPA's Safety Management Manual requires the establishment of safety
and health committees for the purpose of advising and assisting officials with
respect to their responsibilities under EPA's occupational safety and health
program.
POLICY: The Laboratory's safety and health program shall be managed
to assure maximum participation by employees. A safety and health committee
of about six individuals including representatives of management and employees
will be established. Bulletins and Notices published by the Laboratory Safety and
Health Committee will cover certain practices and procedures in the Laboratory
and are directive in nature.
RESPONSIBILITIES; The Safety and Health Committee shall:
1. Maintain communication with employees to obtain recommendations
and suggestions regarding safety and health matters.
2. Participate in Laboratory inspections evaluating the safety and health
of conditions and practices.
3. Assist in implementing any abatement plan pertaining to safety and
health hazards identified through formal or informal inspections.
4. Meet at least once each quarter to conduct the business of the
committee maintaining minutes of problems discussed and records of remedial
actions taken.
5. Publish Bulletins and Notices covering safe practices and procedures in
the Laboratory through the Safety Designee.
PROCEDURES: Safety and Health inspections by the Committee will be
documented by memorandum to the S&A Director via the Health and Safety
Designee with an abatement plan or recommended actions for implementation.
EPA Form 1440-6 (attached), Report of Unsafe or Unhealthful Conditions may be
utilized to identify specific unsafe or unhealthful working conditions.
Any employee or representative of employees who believes that an unsafe or
unhealthful working condition exists should report the condition orally or through
EPA Form 1440-6 to the supervisor within whose organizational jurisdiction the
condition exists. The supervisor should respond immediately to the report and
notify the employee as to what action he is taking or intends to take to confirm
or abate the condition. If abatement of the alleged unsafe or unhealthful
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condition is beyond the capability of the super/isor, he should immediately
contact his superior or the Health and Safety Designee.
If a report of an unsafe or unhealthful working condition is forwarded to the
Health and Safety Designee, he will arrange for an inspection by the Safety
Committee or an expert outside of the Laboratory within 5 working days and
when appropriate submit an abatement plan to the S&A Drector for correction.
If the abatement action cannot correct the un.-afe and unhealthful working
condition within 30 days, the S&A Director shall submit the abatement plan to
the Director, EPA Occupational Health and Safety Office.
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SAFETY AND HEALTH HAZARDS REPORT
DATE
Your recommendations for safety working conditions are needed to evaluate and improve the total FPA Safety
Program. Submit this form, in duplicate, to your supervisor who will forward it to your local Safety Officer.
TO (Supervisor of area involved)
FROM (Name of tufgestor)
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARD SEL I IUN
(If known)
LOCATION (Include center, region, facility and building)
RECOMMENDATION
ACTION TAKEN BY SUPERVISOR
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EVACUATION PLAN
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FIRE SUPPRESSION
Fire suppression is, above all, an individual responsibility. Although
automatic systems are available in some areas of the facility, the most effective
fire suppression will result from prompt individual action.
Fire suppression generally calls to mind such things as the Halon system,
sprinklers, fire extinguishers and the like. Too often such things as a cover
placed on a flaming vessel or trash can or the importance of closing a door to
limit the oxygen supply to a fire within a lab are ignored. Within our facility,
simple containment of a blaze within a small area is an important aspect of fire
suppression.
Safety and Fire Systems of the NERL
The laboratory fire warning system has audible and visual alarms. They are
located in strategic points in all lab and office corridors. The system comprises
six zones which are monitored by two panels, one in the electric room (room 129)
and the other located in the reception area.
There are ionization type smoke detectors throughout the offices and lab.
These will activate the alarm when ions are cetected due to smoke?, solvent
vapors, aerosol sprays, excessive dust or dirt. (Please be aware that these
circumstances can inadvertently cause the alarm to be activated, and take action
to prevent setting off alarms if these situations are created.)
The system can also be activated by manual pull stations located at all
building exits and at the exit doors to the screen room. The pull stations and
ionization detectors in the screen room will activate both the entire building
alarm system and activate a halon gas system in the screen room. The halon
system will initiate the audible and visual alarms throughout the building and
release a halon gas in the screen room. This halon gas will extinguish any fires in
that area while supporting human life. To be effective, the doors to the room
have to remain closed so that this gas will be contained within the room and not
become diluted by leaking into corridors. Pleeise be aware of these? circum-
stances, and insure that the doors are secure when entering or leaving that area.
The Halon system is a relatively new fire suppression systen. Most
extinguishing agents (CO-, water, foam) work physically. Halon (CftrFJ is a
vapor that works chemically to stop the combustion process itself. Only a/% or
less concentration by volume is used to extinguish the fire, leaving plenty of
oxygen in the air for people to breathe while evacuating the fire area. As it
extinguishes the fire, it produces hydrogen bromide (HBr) and hydrogen fluoride
(HF). Generally, the decomposition products from the fire itself, especially
carbon monoxide, smoke, heat, and oxygen depletion create a greater hazard
than the decomposition products of Halon.
The building is equipped with seven permanent locations for fire
extinguishers. They are located in the corridors throughout the building - four in
the lab corridors and three in the office area corridors. They are all of the dry
chemical type rated for Class A, B, and C fires. Other extinguishers are
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available on request for other work locations. If they are required, please
contact Robert Beane, and they can be assigned.
If you have any questions about the alarm systems or the extinguishers, feel
free to contact the Facilities Manager.
In general, the fire suppression procedures to be followed are as follDws:
1. Activate the nearest fire alarm, no matter what.
2. If fire is in a hood, close sash immediately.
3. Try controlling the fire with appropriate fire extinguisher if you feel
comfortable in so doing.. Even if you have been successful in
extinguishing the fire, leave the building quickly, closing the door
behind you.
instruction and training are vital for effective
use of an extinguisher. In the excitement of a fire
situation, the uninitiated layman is much less likely to
perform effectively than is an instructed person.
In case of a fire, evacuate the occupants of the
hazard area and call the fire department. Then use
your training and nameplate information to help as-
certain if you can effectively deal with the type and
size of fire you have.
If you decide to fight the fire:
1. Maintain the proper distance (6 to 8 feet for most
dry chemical hand portable extinguishers).
2. Try to position yourself so that the wind blows
the fire away from you.
3. Pull the safety pm, or release any safety locks on
the unit.
4. Hold your extinguisher firmly and begin spraying
the agent at the near edge of the fire. (Most
devices have a "trigger" to squeeze at the handle
or the nozzle. Refer to nameplate on your extin-
guisher, and know how to activate your unit
BEFORE the need arises.)*
5. Move the stream rapidly side to side covering the
entire width of the fire.
6. Advance slowly as your extinguisher pushes the
fire back. Try to maintain the optimum distance
from the front edge of the fire.
7. After the fire is out, step back and watch for pos-
sible reignition.
~Drawings, elsewhere on this brochure, illustrate
basic types of fires and methods of fighting them.
In fighting a fire or cleaning up after, try to avoid pro-
longed close contact with dry chemical extinguishing
agent. The agent is not toxic, but prolonged contact
may result in temporary eye or respiratory irritation.
Following a fire, there are three things to do im-
mediately. The first is to secure the area so the fire
won't start again.
Then clean up the debris. Avoid damage to the sur-
rounding area and equipment by sweeping or vacu-
uming dry chemical and fire debris promptly. Finally,
regardless of how much extinguishing agent was used,
a recharge is required immediately. Refill should be
done only by an authorized distributor. The
refill agent must be the same as originally used. Im-
proper filling can result in inoperable/dangerous units.
Use "A" rated extinguishers on ordinary
fires: wood, paper, cloth, rubber, many
plastics, etc. CAUTION: Burning plastics
may release toxic fumes.
Use "B" rated extinguishers on flam-
mable liquids, gases and greases: motor
oil, paint thinner, dry cleaning agents,
gasoline, propane, natural gas, etc.
Use "C" rated extinguishers when live
electrical equipment is involved, to pre-
vent possible shock or electrocution.
* "D" rated extinguishers are for use on
metal fires such as sodium and magnesi-
W um. More specific information will be
found on the nameplate.
NOTE: Use these extinguishers only as indicated by
the symbols. Improper application can be hazardous.
Example: Water (Class A) applied to an electrical
(Class C) fire could shock or kill the fire fighter.
Each extinguisher nameplate shows the Underwriters'
Laboratories rating granted for that extinguisher. The
rating system includes letters (discussed in the
"Symbols" section) and numbers.
Ratings
Ordinary Class A Ratings: The number preceding the
"A" indicates the number of l'/« gallon containers
(of water, soda acid, or foam) that the extinguisher
is equivalent to in fire fighting capacity.
Class B Ratings: The number preceding "B" is the
size fire that a non-expert could expect to extinguish.
The number is given in square feet. NOTE* Re-
member twenty square feet not a twenty foot square!
Class C and D Ratings: Neither "C" nor "D" ratings
have numbers with them. The agent is only classified
as acceptable for "C" or "D" applications. Addition-
al information may be available on the extinguisher
nameplate.
Example-. An extinguisher rated 4-A-.20-B-.C — is
roughly equal to four 1V< gallon containers of Class A
agent (or five gallons); is rated for a 20 square foot
Class B fire when used by a non-expert; the agent is
safe for use in electrical fires; and the agent should not
be used on burning metal (no "D" rating is indicated).
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Hazards
Electrical energy can cause death, injury, or fire if it is not properly
controlled. When electricity passes through a person's body, it causes muscle
spasm and interferes with normal functioning of the nervous system. If the
pathway includes the upper torso, functioning of the heart and/or lungs may
cease. Even if it does not stop these vital organs, muscle contraction may cause
secondary injury when a person jerks involuntarily. Another possible injury is
burning due to simple heating.
The first thing to do if you see a person receiving an electrical shock is to
remove him from the source of power—either pull the plug or use an insulating
implement (stick, belt, etc.) to pull him away. Do not attempt to grab or touch
the person directly. Immediate first aid measures can then be applied as needed.
Fire can be caused by either a short circuit or a bad connection. A short
circuit is a pathway for electricity to flow which v/as not intended in the design
of the equipment, and which draws excessive power, causing heat. A bad
connection may be a corroded plug or a defective switch which is part of the
normal circuit but which is presenting an abnormally high resistance to the flow
of current. This, too, causes heat. Another hazard is ignition of flammable
vapors by sparks. All ordinary switches will have sparks internally when
switching either on or off; explosion-proof switches simply seal the spark within
a nonexplosive atmosphere.
Safety Equipment
All live electrical conductors should be inaccessible in normal working areas,
even supposing accidental slips, etc. Primarily, this is accomplished through
insulation covering all the conductors. Our laboratory is built in such a way that
electrical conductors are not only insulated, but they are mechanically protected
from damage by walls or conduit.
The second line of defense against exposed electrical conductors is
grounding of all conducting enclosures. This is accomplished through the third
pin on electrical plugs, which is connected directly to the exterior metal parts of
any equipment which uses it. If the insulation should break down internally,
current will flow through this third wire to ground rather than through you to
ground. A severe fault will cause enough current to flow to blow a fuse or trip a
circuit breaker.
A third line of defense used on most of our circuits in the laboratory and
some in the office area is the ground-fault interrupter (GFI). This device
performs two functions: it acts as an ordinary circuit breaker for overloads
carried between the two power pins, and it also detects very slight imbalances
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between the current going out and th s current returning. Any difference
between the two is an undesirable path t»> ground, perhaps through a pen on; such
an imbalance will immediately trip the breaker.
Safety Practices
1. Report any exposed wiring. Report equipment which gives you a shock,
no matter how slight. Report any equipment or cords which overheat.
2. Do not use ungrounded equipment or attempt to defeat the grounding
system. If you have sensitive, analy :ical equipment and suspect
grounding problems are interfering with your signal, consult a qualified
person about verifying this and taking car; of it.
3. Do not rely on safety devices to protect you, always minimize the risk
by unplugging or turning off equipment before working on it. M you are
not sure of what you are doing, keep your hands out!
4. Do not use extension cords for permanen: installations; request that an
outlet be installed where you need it.
5. Do not use frayed, worn or damaged cords.
6. Circuit breakers trip for a reason. F.nd out why and cor; ect the
problem before resetting a breaker. Knew where the breakers serving
your area are. Any questions should be referred to the Facilities
Manager.
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SAFE! Y STATIONS
The laboratory areas of the building are equipped with Safety Stations
located in the laboratory and main corridors. Green floor tiles mark their
location. The Safety Stations are equipped with safety showers or eye wash
sinks. Laboratories are equipped with spill cleanup kits and fire extinguishers
located in lab and office corridors.
Safety showers are to be used for complete body dousing in the case of
clothing/body fire, or major bodily contact with acids, caustic materials,
hazardous solvents, etc., which cannot be readily removed by water from a
faucet. They are operated by simply standing under the shower, pulling and
holding the chain which hangs down from the pipe feeding water to the shower
head.
Eye wash sinks are to be used to flush any hazardous materials which enter
the eyes, including acids, alkali, solvents, detergents, other chemicals and small
particles. Operating procedures for use of each eye wash are located on the
units. Please familiarize yourself with the use of the equipment. Flushing should
be continued for several minutes in the case of most chemicals.
First aid medicine cabinets are located in the First Aid Room and contain
supplies for attending to a variety of injuries. Their contents are described
elsewhere in this booklet.
Spill cleanup kits are available for acid, alkali (caustic) or flammable solvent
spills. It is highly recommended that all laboratory workers read the
accompanying instruction manuals for information on how these kits are used,
the capacities of each kit for neutralizing spills and any cautionary comments.
For example, the acid cleanup material is not to be used on hydrofluoric or
peroxy organic acids.
Fire extinguishers are located in the main corridors and lab areas in addition
to selected locations throughout the laboratory. They are also available for
assignment upon request. Two types of extinguishers are available. The water
type (Class A) should only be used on fires involving burning paper, wood, rags,
etc. The carbon dioxide extinguishers {Class B and C) should be used on oils and
solvents or electrical fires.
Safety showers and eye wash sinks are also located in the corridors. Eye
wash sinks are located in high hazardous areas. In addition, certain laboratories
contain spill cleanup kits. Employees should be familiar with the location and
utilization of each of these safety features.
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FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT
First Aid is immediate and temporary aid given before professional medical
help arrives.
The First Aid Room (Room 123) is located adjacent to the lunch room. When
supplies are used, please notify Facilities Management personnel so that items
can be replaced.
In addition to what is available in the first aid kits, the following is available
in the First Aid Room:
1. Examination table and blankets
2. Splints for fractures - (Training is needed for their use)
The names and telephone numbers for physicians, hospitals, and amb jlances
are posted at the Telephone Switchboard, in the Fin t Aid Room, and below:
Lexington:
Fire & Ambulance
Police (Emergency)
Police (Routine)
Rescue Squad
862-0270
862-1212
862-1212
862-0270
Massachusetts State Police:
Concord
369-4!00
FBI:
Boston
7U2-5.m
Hospital Emergency Departments:
Emerson (Concord) 369-Us-OO
Symmes (Arlington) 6' 6-1 00
Waltham (Waltham) 8'-)9-3.300
Poison Control Center:
Mass. Poison Information
Center (Boston)
2' 2-2 20
Ambulance Services:
Corcoran Ambulance
Environmental World
861-1001
862-8000
Disease Control Center:
Boston
727-26X8
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CONTENTS LIST FOR EPA FIELD KIT
ITEM & DESCRIPTION
Empty Metal Cabinet - 1x 22 x 5-5/8 with gasket
Neutralizer for Acid/Alkali Burns, 8 oz.
Eye Wash, k oz.
Eye Drops, Yi oz., Eye Ease (Welder's)
Blood Clotter, 5 oz. aerosol
Cold Spray, 6 oz. aerosol
Burn Spray
Antiseptic Spray
Band-Aids, 1" x 3" - bx/100
Elastic Strips - 7/8" x 3" - bx/50
Fingertip Bandage - bx/40
Knuckle Bandage - bx/^O
Elastic Patches, large - 2" x if"
Buffered Aspirin (pkg/2) - bx/250
Cold Tablets (pkg/2) - bx/100
Antacid Tablets (pkg/2) - bx/100
Pain Ease (pkg/2) - bx/100
Throat Lozenges (pkg/2) - bx/100
Adhesive Tape, Tri-Cut
Q-Tips, 3" (Vial/100)
Roller Bandage - 2" x 5 yd.
Ammonia Inhalant - bx/100
Triangular Bandage - Non-sterile
Compress - V
Soap Pads
Alcohol Swabs
Telia Pads, 2" x 3"
Telf a Pads, W" x 2"
Antibiotic Ointment (individual pkg)
Cramp Relief Tablets (pkg/2)
Non-Aspirin (pkg/2)
Decongestant tabs (pkg/2)
Plastic Finger Guard (small)
Plastic Finger Guard (medium)
Antiseptic Swabs
Scissors, Kit
Tweezers, Kit
First Aid Handbook
Gauze Pads, 3" x 3" (25)
Wire Splints
Multi-Trauma Dressing
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WHAT TO DO WHEN INJURED AT WORK
1. Obtain Medical Care:
If medical treatment is required, request your supervisor to authorize
treatment by use of Form CA-16. Emergency treatment may be obtained
without prior authorization.
2. Report to Supervisor;
Every job-related injury should be reported immediately to you"- supervisor.
Injury also means any illness or disease that is caused or aggravated by the
employment, as well as, damage to medical braces, artificial limbs and other
prosthetic devices. Supervisors shall investigate and report within two
working days all job-connected accidents on EPA Form \kk0-9, Supervisor's
Report of Accident.
3. File Written Notice;
In traumatic injuries, complete the employee's portion of Form CA-1. The
form should be obtained from the Admin. Office, completed and returned to
them within two working days following the injury. Use Form CA-2 instead
of Form CA-1 if disability results from an occupational disease. For more
detailed information, carefully read the "Benefits. . ." and
"Instructions .. sheets which are attached to the Forms CA-1 and CA-2.
4. Obtain Receipt of Notice;
A "Receipt" of Notice of Injury is attached to each Form CA-l and Form
CA-2. Your supervisor should complete the receipt and return iz to you for
your personal records.
5. Select Leave or Continuation of Pay:
If disabled due to traumatic injury, you may use leave, or request
continuation of pay, not to exceed days. Thereafter, compensation is
claimed on Form CA-7. If disabled due to occupational disease, you may use
leave, or claim compensation on Form CA-4.
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HEALTH MONITORING PROGRAM
The NERL has implemented a Health Monitoring Program to reduce, insofar
as possible, the health risks in the Laboratory and field environment.
The program is designed for Laboratory workers and field personnel whose
work regularly poses the possibility of exposure to toxic materials. It also meets
the needs of other diverse groups of employees whose job requires preplacement
and/or periodic health assessment. The Laboratory will provide baseline
physicals for all employees who are on- an appointment with an expected duration
of one year or more. Annual physicals will be provided for employees who may
be exposed to toxic materials or hazardous operations. Less frequent physicals
will be provided for other Laboratory employees.
Employees are free to participate or not as they choose, with the exception
of those few persons whose jobs now require such examinations as a condition of
employment.
Health monitoring is an employer responsibility and he must bear the entire
cost. When a pre-existing or non-job-related condition is detected in the course
of a health monitoring examination, the individual is referred to his private
physician for further evaluation, treatment, and follow-up. The individual must
bear these costs. Conditions determined to have resulted from employment
permit the employee to seek compensation and the recovery of medical expenses.
It is essential that each individual receive a basic panel of blood chemistries
to evaluate renal, liver, and endocrine/metabolic function. Workers who are
exposed to certain designated materials will require additional special pro-
cedures, as well as, the basic panel of tests. The occupational health physician
will determine who is in need of special tests when he reviews the self-
administered history forms.
Each individual should have routine urinalysis which consists of specific
gravity, pH, microscopic examination, protein, acetone, and glucose determina-
tions.
There will be an annual chest X-ray and an electrocardiogram will be
included annually for divers and employees over forty years of age.
Pulmonary function testing will be required for all employees who are
potentially exposed to asbestos, nitrogen oxides, crystalline silica, nitric acid,
ammonia, beryllium, phosgene, and allyl chloride.
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ALARM SYSTEMS
Our Laboratory Complex has many alarm systems. The first thing that
should be stressed for everyone's safety and well-being is that when an alarm is
sounded, don't just silence the alarm and walk away. Let it sound off! There are
key personnel who know what the various alarms throughout the Laboratory
represent and know what to do under the circumstances. Only authorized
personnel who have been trained to operate these systems will be permitted to
clear an alarm.
Fire Alarm
When a fire alarm is sounded, only the Lexington, MA, Fire Department is
authorized to reset and restore the Laboratory to normal operation. This is a
must because it is an important safety link for all employees, and the Fire
Department also needs to know where the problem is and what kind of a problem
we have.
There are two fire alarm panels. The main panel is in the Electric Room.
The auxiliary is in the Lobby.
Attached is a copy of the zones for area warden responsibility. Each Section
Chief will be the area warden for the specific area designated. They will be
responsible for choosing an alternate warden to assume the duties when they are
not present. Area wardens should have their names and the alternates marked on
the protecting glass of the evacuation plans. The warden should make sure that
all employees are aware that the evacuation plans exist and are posted in the
building. (This includes informing the new employees when they come on board.)
The responsibility of the warden or alternate warden when the alarm has
been activated is to check only their specific area to insure employees are
alerted and to instruct them to go to the north side of the parking lot for an
employee count. This will allow immediate notification to fire department
personnel so a rescue can be made.
No individual should remain in the building when the alarm is sounded. If an
individual remains in the building for no apparent reason, it will be brought to the
attention of management and the Safety Committee. Your cooperation in
implementing these plans is appreciated. If you have any questions, please bring
them to the attention of the Facilities Manager.
General Building Alarm
If fire alarm bells ring, all employees should:
a. TURN OFF ALL GAS
b. CONFINE HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
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c. CLOSE ALL DOORS AND WINDOWS
d. LEAVE BUILDING RAPIDLY, DO NOT RUN, BY DESIGNATED
ROUTES AND EXITS. The building should be emptied in one minute or
less.
e. ASSEMBLE IN THE PARKING LOTS AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM THE
LABORATORY BUILDINGS
f. Remain clear of the building and immediately adjacent area until
clearance to return is given.
g. When safe conditions have been restored, clearance to re-enter the
building will be given by word passed to the Fire Marshals by the
Emergency Team.
AREA FIRE WARDENS should:
a. Supervise the exit of personnel.
b. Make sure that all personnel are out of their designated a ea of the
building.
c. Ascertain that ALL doors ar^ closed m their designated atea of the
building.
d. Keep all personnel clear of buildings and any fire-fighting equipment.
Other alarm systems which could be activated at any time are listed.
1. Intrusion Alarm
The intrusion alarm system is divided into four zones (see attached zone
maps). The zones are designed to give protection to the perimeter of the
building. Once the person enters the building, they can move freely vithin the
building and not activate the alarm system. Tie system is activate! by time
clocks. Zones 2, 3 and 4 are activated on week days at 6:30 PM and are
deactivated at 6:30 AM. On weekends, these z>nes are activated on Friday at
6:30 PM and deactivated Monday at 6:30 AM. Zoie 1 is on a separate time clock.
This zone is activated at 7:45 PM and deactivated at 6:30 AM on weekdays. On
weekends, it is activated on Friday at 7:45 PM and deactivated on Monday at
6:30 AM. When access to the building is desired during periods when the alarm is
on, a building door key will shunt out Zone 1 cutside the receiving r>om door.
This will deactivate this zone and no other. If another zone has to be used, the
individual wanting to use these zones (2, 3 and 4) will have to deactivate the
zones using the exterior door key. The zone shunt switches are located in the
Electric Room beside the First Aid Room. A key for entry to the bu lding and
the intrusion alarm system is available on a sign-out basis from the Facilities
Manager.
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In the event that someone who is entering the building accidently sets off
the alarm, they can eliminate a problem by calling the Federal Protective
Service at 223-0444 and explaining the problem and identifying themself. If
there are any questions regarding this alarm sys tem, the Facilities Manager can
be contacted at extension 265.
2. Boiler Alarm
The Facility is equipped with a six million B.T.U. oil fired boiler. This boiler
is used to heat the building and for heating domestic hot water.
The boiler has a bell type alarm system mounted on the panel above the
boiler. When there is a flame failure, this alarm will be activated. During work
hours, Facilities Management should be notified at extension 265, after hours call
245-5500 and leave a message for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
This will notify the Facilities Manager.
3. Emergency Power Generator Alarm
The facility is equipped with an emergency power generator that automat-
ically comes on when the commercial power source is interrupted. This power is
for the essential electric needs in the lab. It also provides minimal lighting in
the rooms and corridors. The outlets which have emergency power are located at
outlets for refrigerators and for the two laboratory Mass Spec units. Additional
power is available for new power needs upon request.
4. Rear Door Bell
5. Night Telephone Bell
This can be answered anywhere within the Laboratory by dialing 79.
6. Emergency Telephones
In the event that commercial telephones are out of order, there are two
telephones which are incorporated in the Boston FTS network which can be
used for emergency calls. These lines are located in the Director's
Secretary's office and in the Reception area.
If any alarm, other than fire, is heard, please notify or try to contact
someone in Facilities directly. The gas cylinder and chemical storage building
adjacent to the main building, is not attached to any of the alarm systems.
Please keep this in mind.
For those who are not familiar with the various alarm sounds, they will be
demonstrated upon request.
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DIVING SAFETY
All diving operations at NERL are under the supervision of the Diving
Officer. All employees who dive as part of their work must:
1. Undergo an annual physical examination under the Health Monitoring
Program.
2. Possess a nationally recognized certification, e.g., NAUI, PADI, YMCA.
3. Fill out a DIVE PLAN, prior to each dive.
4. Conform to the regulations set forth in Chapter 9 of the EPA DIVING
SAFETY POLICY.
Items 3 and 4 above are available from the Diving Officer.
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MOTOR VEHICLES
A. Motor Vehicle Operation
1. All motor vehicle operations on official business shall be performed
safely and in compliance with applicable Federal regulations and all
state and local traffic laws. The operator is responsible for the safe
and lawful operation of his vehicle.
2. All motor vehicles will receive the prescribed preventive maintenance.
3. All vehicles will be equipped with fire extinguishiers, flares or
reflectors, and first-aid kits while in use during field operations.
k. Safety screens should be installed in all carry-all and van-type vehicles
used to carry cargo so as to separate the cargo and passenger
compartments. If safety screens are not available, cargo will not be
stacked higher than the back of the seat.
5. All motor vehicle operators must have valid Federal and state licenses.
6. All vehicles used to tow any type of trailer must be equipped with "west
coast" mirrors, adequate safety chains, and the necessary connections
for trailer signal and tail lights.
7. Any boat transported in a pickup truck will be secured in a manner so as
not to extend over front of vehicle or obstruct the vision of the
operator.
8. An employee required to drive a vehicle and trailer shall be instructed
in the proper handling of the equipment.
9. When backing a vehicle with a trailer in tow, the driver should be
directed by someone outside the vehicle.
10. Seat belts and shoulder harnesses will be worn by the driver and
passengers when their vehicle is in motion.
11. Any accident involving a motor vehicle must be reported in accordance
with regulations outlined in the EPA Occupational Health and Safety •
Manual, Chapter 3.
B. Motor Vehicle Accident
1. EPA driver will hold a valid drivers license that has not been suspended
or revoked by the state in which EPA personnel reside.
2. EPA off-site personnel who drive frequently, should take a defensive
driving course or some certified form of advanced driver training.
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Care should be taken in choosing parking locations to avoid van from
being struck (i.e., when opening door, when van unattended, etc.).
In case of accident:
a. Stop immediately.
b. Take steps to prevent another accident at the scene.
c. Call a doctor or ambulance if necessary.
d. Notify police.
e. DO NOT sign any paper or make any statement as to who was at
fault (except to your supervisor or to a Federal Government
investigator.)
f. Get the name and address of each witness. Ask him to complete
Standard Form 94, Statement of Witness.
g. State your name, address, place of employment, name of your
supervisor, and upon request, show both your State and Federal
operator's permit and vehicle registration card. (NOTE: Only
Government owned vehicles registered in the District of Columbia
or displaying state tags have registration cards.)
h. Complete Standard Form 91, Operator's Report of Motor Vehicle
Accident (or reporting form required by your agency) at the scene.
If conditions prevent this, make notes of the following:
1. Registration information for other vehicle(s) (owner's name,
tag number and state, serial number, and vehicle description);
2. Information on other driver (name, address, operator's permit
number, and expiration date);
3. Name and address of each person involved and extent of injury,
if any;
k. Name and address of co npany insuring other vehicle(s); and
5. General information such as location, time, measurements,
weather, damage, etc.
i. As soon as possible, notify your supervisor and, if driving an
interagency motor pool vehicle, the manager of the pool which
issued the vehicle.
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j. if the vehicle is unsafe to operate, have it towed to the nearest
garage or service station.
k. If you are injured, submit Form CA-1, Employee's Notice of Injury
or Occupational Disease.
1. Complete Optional Form 26, Data Bearing Upon Scope of Employ-
ment of Motor Vehicle Operator, if required by your agency.
m. Submit ajl reports and data to your supervisor within one working
day.
NOTE: If you are injured, have the police notify your supervisor who will
assume your responsibilities for reporting the accident.
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MOBILE LABORATORY OPERATIONS
A. The same safety rules that are in effect in a base laboratory will apply to all
mobile laboratory operations.
B. Mobile laboratories will be equipped with suitable fire extinguishers and
first-aid materials.
C. Mobile laboratories must be properly grounded to protect against electrical
shock.
D. All mobile laboratories will have adequate ventilation.
E. Mobile laboratories are equipped with emergency exits:
1. more than one door, or
2. window that mechanically or physically pushes out.
F. Mobile laboratory trailers (camper-type) will be equipped with a jack and
spare tire.
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Maintenance of Self-contained Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA)
The summary of this maintenance is as follows:
I. Individuals designated to have a need for SCBA will be issued one, and
they cannot be loaned.
II. Individuals are required to attend the Environmental Response Team's
Respiratory Protection course in order to be qualified to use and maintain
this equipment.
III. Maintenance of Breathing Apparatus
There are three levels of apparatus maintenance. They are: first level
(individual responsibility), second level (section responsibility), and third
level (factory authorized Service Center responsibility).
A. Individual Responsibility
The individual is responsible for his equipment. The first level
maintenance consists of:
1. cleaning the mask and unit, except for the regulator and
high pressure hose assemblies,
2. checking units using the ERT check-off list prior to use and
after cleaning,
3. cylinder pressure of the bottle during storage, and
4. informing the "person in charge of breathing apparatus" of
any discrepancy or need for special cleaning that may be
necessary due to exposure to a hazardous substance.
B. Section Responsibility
The Section responsibility is carried out by a person designated by
the Section Chief to have responsibility for second level main-
tenance. He must attend the M.S.A. limited repair course and is
then certified to maintain and repair the units, except for the
cylinder valve and the high pressure side of the regulator. Second
level maintenance consists of:
1. inspecting each apparatus at least monthly,
2. maintaining a record of monthly inspections and the check-
off lists of those inspections,
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maintaining a record of discrepancies, repair needs, and
costs of the completed repairs,
4. arranging for, or conducting, all special cleaning that may
be necessary due to exposure: to a hazardous substance,
5. overseeing repair for any work which is done by an
authorized Service Center, and
6. arranging for tank filling and testing.
Authorized Service Center
The third level of maintenance is the responsibility of the factory
authorized Service Center. The Service Center is responsible for
repairs under the direction of the individual designated as the
person for second level maintenance.
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Revised Check-of? List for MSA Pressure Demand Breathing Apparatus
Unit Serial Number: Date of Inspection:
CHECKLIST FOR INSPECTION OF PRESSURE DEMAND SELF-CONTAINED
BREATHING APPARATUS (Without Mode Select Lever)
PRIOR TO BEGINNING INSPECTION:
1. Check to assure that the High Pressure Hose Connector is
tight on the Cylinder Fitting.
2. The Bypass Valve is Closed.
3. The Mainline Valve is Closed.
k. No Cover or Obstruction is present on the Regulator Outlet.
I. BACK PACK AND HARNESS ASSEMBLY
A. Straps
1. Visually inspect for a Complete Set
2. Visually inspect for frayed or damaged straps that may part
during use.
B. Buckles
i. Visually inspect for the Mating Ends.
__ 2. Check their Locking Function.
C. Backplate and Cylinder Lock
¦ 1. Visually inspect the backplate for cracks, missing rivets, or
missing screws.
2. Visually inspect the cylinder hold-down strap and physically
check the strap tightener and lock to assure that it is fully
engaged.
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II. CYLINDER AND CYLINDER VALVE ASSEMBLY
A. Cylinder (Pressure on Gauge: _PS1).
1. Physically check the Cylinder to assure that it is tightly
fastened to the backplate.
2. (M) Check the Hydrostatic Test Date to assure that it is
current.
3. (M) Visually inspect the cylinder for large dents or gouges in
the sheii or cracks in the fiberglass protective covering.
B. Head and Valve Assembly
1. (M) Visually inspect the Cylinder Valve Lock for its presence.
2. (M) Visually inspect the Cylinder Gauge for the condition of
the face, needle, and lens.
3. Open the Cylinder Valve and listen or feel for leakage around
packing. (If leakage is noted, DO NOT use until repaired.)
4. Note the Function of the Valve Lock.
HI. REGULATOR AND HIGH PRESSURE HOSE
A. High Pressure Hose and Connector
1. Listen or feel for leakage in the hose or at the hose to cylinder
connector. (Bubble in the outer hose covering may be caused
by seepage of air through the hose when stored under pressure-
this does not necessarily mean that the hose is faulty.)
B. Regulator and Low Pressure Alarm
1. Cover the Regulator Outlet with the palm of your hand. Open
the Mainline Valve and read the Regulator Gauge (Must Read
at Least 1800 PSI and not more than the Cylinder Gauge).
The Pressure on the Regulator Gauge: PSI.
2. Close the Cylinder Valve and slowly move the hand from the
Regulator outlet to allow a slow flow of air. The Gauge should
begin to show an immediate loss of pressure as the air flows.
The Low Pressure Alarm should sound between 650 PSI and
550 PSI. Remove the hand completely from the outlet and
close the Mainline Valve.
The Low Pressure Alarm sounded at: PSI.
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3. Place: your mouth over the Regulator Outlet and Blow. A
positive pressure should be created and held for 5-10 seconds,
without the loss of any air. Next, suck on the outlet to create
a slight negative pressure on the regulator and hold for 5-
10 seconds. The vacuum should remain constant. This tests
the integrity of the diaphragm. Any loss of pressure or
vacuum indicates a faulty apparatus.
4. (M) Remove the Regulator Cover and inspect the Diaphragm
for weakness.
5. (M) Check the Lever Sub-assembly setting.
6. Open the Cylinder Valve.
7. Place your hand over the Outlet and open the Mainline Valve.
Remove the hand and replace it over the Outlet in rapid
movement. Repeat Twice. Air should escape when the hand is
removed from the Outlet, each time, indicating that a positive
pressure is present in the Outlet Chamber. Close the Mainline
Valve and remove the hand from the Outlet.
8. Ascertain that no obstruction is in or over the Regulator
Outlet. Open and Close the Bypass Valve momentarily to
assure a flow of air through the Bypass Valve.
IV. FACEPIECE AND CORRUGATED BREATHING TUBE
A. Facepiece
• 1. Visually inspect the head harness for damaged serrations and
deteriorated rubber. Visually inspect the rubber facepiece
body for signs of deterioration or extreme distortion.
¦ 2. Visually inspect the lens for proper seal in the rubber
facepiece, retaining clamp is properly in place, and for cracks
or large scratches.
3. Visually inspect the Exhalation Valve for visible deterioration
or foreign material build-up.
4. (M) Remove and inspect the Exhalation Valve for its function,
dryness and to assure the condition of the parts.
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B. Breathing Tub<; and Connector
1. Stretch the Tube and visually inspect for deterioration and
holes.
2. Visually inspect the Connector to assure good condition of the
threads and for presence and proper condition of the "O" ring
or rubber gasket.
NOTE: Final test of the facepiece involves a negative
pressure test for overall seal and a check of the
exhalation valve. IF THIS IS A MONTHLY
INSPECTION, the mask may be held against and the
following tests performed. IF PREPARING TO USE
THE UNIT, don the Backpack, then don the
Facepiece, and use the following procedure.
C. Negative Pressure Test on the Facepiece
1. With the Facepiece held tightly to the face or with the
facepiece properly donned, stretch the breathing tube to open
the corrugations and place your thumb or hand over the end of
the Connector. Inhale. Negative Pressure should be created
and held, causing the mask to hold tightly to the face. This
Negative Pressure should be maintained for 5-10 seconds. If
the pressure leaks, the Facepiece assembly is not acceptable
and is not to be used.
STORAGE OF THE UNIT
Cylinder Refilled as necessary and the unit cleaned and inspected.
Cylinder Valve Closed (Cylinder Gauge Pressure is: PSI).
High Pressure Hose Connector is tight to the Cylinder.
Pressure has been Bled of the High Pressure Hose and the
Regulator.
The Bypass Valve is Closed.
The Mainline Valve is Closed.
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All Straps are completely loosened and laid out straight.
The Facepiece is properly stored to protect against dust, sunlight,
heat, extreme cold, excessive moisture, and damaging chemicals.
NOTE: ITEMS MARKED (M) are monthly inspection points by the
Person In Charge of SCBA Maintenance.
Discrepancies:
Date of Inspection:
Signature of the Inspector:
Unit Inspected:
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AIR SECTION'S SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURES
L Air Calibration Lab Safety
A. Personnel
1. Safety glasses must be worn at all times in laboratory.
2. Safety shoes must be worn at all times in laboratory.
3. No eating, drinking, or smoking in the laboratory.
4. Insure that the lab is properly ventilated at all times.
B. Equipment - Instrumentation
1. All instrumentation must be properly grounded.
2. Disconnect power cord when working inside instruments. If
troubleshooting absolutely requires that power be on, use normal
high voltage precautions.
3. Use glasses (glass lens - not plastic) to view ultraviolet (UV) lamps,
as UV light can cause burns of the cornea. If glasses are not
available, glance at the lamp for only a few seconds at a distance
of more than 60 centimeters.
C. Handling Compressed Gases
1. Always use a hand truck for transport, keeping cylinder chained in.
2. At all times, cylinders should be chained in place or otherwise
secured.
3. Leave valve cap on cylinder until secured and ready for use.
4. Use only in upright position.
5. All valves should be closed when not in actual use.
6. Use proper regulator for the particular gas.
7. Discontinue using a high-pressure cylinder when the pressure
approaches 30 psig, and clearly mark the cylinder EMPTY.
8. Never mix gases in a cylinder as explosion, contamination, and
other hazards can result.
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9. Cylinders containing large amounts of a flammable gas (hydrogen,
ethylene , . .) should be stored outside in a protected area and piped
into the working area.
10. Do not drop cylinder or allow them to strike against < a :h other.
11. Glass equipment must not be pressurized.
12. Use toxic gases only in well ventilated area.
II. Stationary Source Safety SOP
A. General
There are several aspects to the job performed by members of the
Stationary Source group which involve significant risks to personal
health and safety. The personnel in this group are required to observe
stack tests, conduct plant inspections and occasionally collect field
samples of hazardous materials (i.e., asbestos).
In the following sections the hazards encountered in the field will be
outlined as well as the steps taken to minimize these risks to personal
health and safety.
B. Plant Inspections
Hazards can be encountered both inside and outside of a plant. When
conducting a plant inspection, be aware of:
1. falling objects,
2. spills,
3. toxic fumes,
4. toxic substances, and
5. heat-related injuries.
To minimize these risks, always practice the following.
1. Always wear a hard hat and safety shoes or boots (steel toe). Have
a pair of safety glasses handy.
2. Always keep an eye out for falling objects and things that could
possibly spill.
3. Be informed as to what process is being inspected so that
precautions may be taken to minimize exposure to toxic fumes
and/or substances (i.e., respirator, protective clothing, etc.).
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4* Assume machinery and other equipment encountered is hot. Do not
touch anything until you are absolutely sure it is safe to do so.
5. Most importantly, do not venture into any plant without a person
from thai plant to act as a guide.
Stack Testing
The following hazards are or could be encountered when observing stack
tests:
1. height,
2. falling objects,
3. darkness,
4. bad weather, and
5. exposure to toxic substances.
The most important consideration when observing a stack test is fall
prevention. To minimize the risk of falling, these steps must be
followed.
1. Make a thorough inspection of the testing area. If testing is done
on a roof, observe and note any areas that may present a hazard
(holes, steam vents, etc.).
If testing is done on a stack, inspect the ladder. Note places in the
ladder where there are rungs missing or any other situations that
may cause a loss of footing.
2. If the ladder is not surrounded by a cage, then some sort of safety
rod or rope that a climbing belt can clip on to should be present. If
this is not the case or if anything else endangers personal safety,
you have the right to refuse to climb.
3. Always wear a hard hat and safety boots. A climbing belt is
necessary equipment when climbing ladders that are not caged.
k. When testing in the dark, lights must be supplied to ensure personal
safety. This includes enough light to enable you to safely climb
down the stack.
5. Protect yourself against the weather. Dress for the time of the
year. If testing during the summer, protect yourself from the sun;
if testing in winter, dress warmly. If it should start to rain or
snow, be extra cautious when walking or climbing, as the roof or
ladder may be slippery.
6. A travel first aid kit should be taken any time you go out in the
field.
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D. Field Sampling
When taking samples of suspected hazardous materials, always assume
that the substance is toxic and may endanger personal health. In a
situation like this, wear protective clothing (boots, pants, gloves, etc.),
use a respirator, and follow standard safety procedures (i.e., showers,
etc.).
E. Conclusion
The most important aspect of any job is to protect your health and
safety. To insure this, always be prepared, don't take any unnecessary
risks, and most important, use common sense.
III. Ambient Air Sampling
The purpose of this outline is to establish personnel protection standards and
mandatory operating procedures to encourage a safer work environment for
field personnel.
A. Hazardous Waste Sites
When conducting sampling activities at a site where Section 311
activities are being conducted, all safety procedures described in the
site-specific safety plan must be strictly adhered to. For each
hazardous site, a safety plan will be prepared. Obtain a copy of this
plan and become familiar with it before going on site. Contact the
safety officer and the on-scene coordinator, and inform them when,
where, and how long you will be on-site.
B. Plant Monitoring
In conducting sampling activities on plant property, make sure company
personnel are notified, and you have permission to gain access to the
property. Most companies have safety regulations in place. You should
become acquainted with them before entering. Be sure to bring all
required equipment - hard hat, safety boots, safety glasses, etc. Go
only where it is necessary to perform duties; don't wander around
dangerous areas for no reason. Usually plant personnel will accompany
you; if not, let some one know where you are at all times.
In case air sampling is to be done outside the two above-mentioned
categories, the project engineer will provide safety requirements.
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36
BIOLOGY SECTION
SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURES
I. General
The same safety rules that are in effect in a fixed laboratory will apply to all
mobile laboratory operations. Evaluation and sampling inspections at wastewater
treatment facilities may involve significant risks to personal safety and health.
Personnel should protect themselves from injury which may result from unsafe
conditions or practices at the inspection site by taking all safety precautions
necessary for the:
1. Prevention of bodily injury and contact with corrosive and/or toxic
substances.
2. Prevention of infections.
3. Prevention of asphyxiation due to lack of oxygen or presence of noxious
gases.
Prior to site visit, inspection personnel should make sure that all necessary safety
equipment and materials have been obtained and are in good condition.
II. Personal Conduct
Every work assignment must include review and evaluation of all potential hazards
involved. No job shall be started until the worker is convinced that all safety
factors have been considered. Care should be taken not to impede or disrupt
normal performance of industrial employees at work site.
III. Safety Equipment
L Personal Safety Gear
While on duty, inspection personnel should use the safety equipment as
required.
2. Laboratory Safety Equipment
Each lab (including mobile labs) should have safety equipment such as first aid
kit, fire extinguisher, fire blanket, kick-out emergency exit windows, etc.
inspectors should contact the permittee and inquire as to any special safety
measures and equipment requirements that must be observed at the
permittee's installation. This precaution may save the inspectors from
unnecessary problems and delays and provide protection from injury.
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IV. General Laboratory Operation
1. Work with hazardous materials must be performed in compliance with special
rules pertaining to such materials. Hazardous work will not be performed
alone in a mobile laboratory or anywhere else.
2. All containers will be adequately labeled to indicate their contents.
3. Good housekeeping contributes to safety and credibility.
4. The use of electrical equipment or cords not having Underwriters Laboratories
approval is forbidden. Ground-fault interrupters are required for "wet" lab
operators. Mobile laboratories must be properly grounded to protect against
electrical shock.
V. Transportation
The operation of vehicles and boats shall be performed in accordance with
established rules and regulations in the employees Field Safety Manual.
VI. Emergency Health and Fire Protection
Upon arriving at the plant, inspectors should inquire about the availability of
emergency ambulance service in case of personal injury or illness and fire
protection for mobile labs and vehicles.
VII. Accident Reports
EPA personnel shall report all job connected accidents in accordance with
procedures outlined in the EPA Occupational Safety and Health Manual.*
Employees must furnish complete accident information to assure accurate
reporting.
Supervisors shall investigate and report within two working days all job related
accidents on EPA Form 144-9, Supervisor's Report of Accident.
*
USEPA. 1977, Occuaptional Safety and Health Manual. Office of Planning and
Management, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC.
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CHEMISTRY LABORATORY SECTION
SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURES
I. Personnel Safety
A. Protective Clothing - A laboratory coat must be worn when performing
analyses in the lab. Lab coats should be exchanged immediately if they
become contaminated with a toxic substance. Contaiminated lab coats must
not be worn outside of the lab area. Disposable gloves should be worn when
handling toxic substances and all samples. Safety shoes should be worn when
working in the laboratory.
B. Eye Protection - Safety glasses must be worn at all times in the lab. Visitors
to the lab must be supplied with safety glasses.
C. Eating, Drinking and Smoking - No eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum is
allowed in the lab area. Also, food utensils, i.e., coffee cups, should not be
stored in the lab.
D. Pipetting - Mechanical pipetting aids must be used at all times. Mouth
pipetting is dangerous.
E. Co-worker Safety - The safety of other personnel in the lab should be
considered when performing an analysis. Forewarn others in the lab if you are
working with a toxic substance.
F. Safety Equipment - Ail personnel should become familiar with the locations of
fire extinguishers, safety showers, eye wash stations and their correct
operation.
G. Reporting Accidents - It is the responsibility of the individual to file an
accident report when injured at work.
II. Sample Receiving
A. Samples should be logged in current log book immediately upon receipt by the
laboratory. Data should include: Name of Survey, Date, Time, Received by,
Received from, EPA Sample Numbers, State Sample Numbers (if present),
Analysis requested (samples should be grouped according to analyses), and any
other descriptive information that would aid in the analyses.
B. Samples brought in at night should be stored in a locked sample refrigerator
until the following work day when they should be logged in.
C. Disposable gloves should be worn at all times when handling samples of an
unknown toxicity.
D. Samples are to be stored in locked refrigerators when not being used.
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E. Samples from hazardous waste sites should be stored in a fume hood until
toxicity can be ascertained. Sample receiver should establish if a test for
radioactivity has been conducted on the hazardous waste samples. If not, a
test should be performed before further analyses.
III. Operational Procedures
A. Standard Operating Procedures
1. Work Surfaces - Ail work surfaces, bench tops, hoods, and balance tables
should be kept clean of residue chemicals. Any spills must be cleaned up
immediately and decontaminated.
2. Analytical Instruments - All instruments should be kept free from
contaminating substances.
3. Place all broken glassware in glass deposit cans.
B. Perchloric Acid Hood
The perchloric hood has never been used for HClo^ digestions nor will there be
any need for this sort of digestion in the future.
To satisfy certain safety requirements, the perchloric hood will be non-usable
for a perchlorate digestion.
Any requirements for a perchloric acid digestion must be discussed with the
Chief of the Chemistry Section in the initial phase.
C. Standard Operating Procedure
Preparation of Toxic Organic Standards
Due to the toxic nature of many of the compounds that we analyze for,
precaution in preparing standards is necessary. Safety requires the transfer of
toxic organic compounds to be carried out in a hood.
To prepare a standard:
1. Tare volumetric with stopper on analytical balance.
2. In hood, transfer an aliquot of standard compound to tared
volumetric.
3. Stopper volumetric and reweigh on analytical balance.
This procedure will prevent inhalation and avoid spillage around the analytical
balances which has become a problem.
Glove boxes are also available for the transfer of any highly toxic organic
compound.
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D. Acetylene Fires on Atomic Absorption Unit
1. Conclusion: An unneecfed screwdriver slot on the nebulizer clamp screw
led to two acetylene fires on our Perkin-Elmer Model 460. The automatic
safety features of the 460 and its control box are not designed to shut off
the gases in this situation.
2. Recommendation:
We should remind all our users of atornic absorption units: (1) that
they must shut off the flame whenever they are not directly in front
of and facing the flame, and (2) that the nebulizer clamp screw must
be tightened only by hand.
3. Discussion:
Proper assembly of the various burner assembly parts is critical for
the prevention of leaks. The nebulizer assembly (#6) is held in place
by the nebulizer clamp (#7). The clamp is adjusted by tightening the
clamp screw (#8). The nebulizer protrudes into the burner chamber
(#1) through a hole in the plastic end cap insert (#4). A gas-tight seal
is created when an o-ring on the leading edge of the nebulizer is
compressed against the bevelled edge of the hole in the end cap
insert.
We have been told repeatedly by servicemen from Perkin-Elmer that
the clamp screw is to be tightened only hand tight even though there
is a screwdriver slot in it. At some point someone had used a
screwdriver and, in so doing, flattened the very slight bend in the
lower third of the nebulizer clamp (#7). What we did not realize until
this investigation is that once the bend in the clamp is removed, the
nebulizer will sit at a slight angle when the screw is tightened {by
hand). Sometimes this improper seating causes a leak. When it does,
the leaking gases are swept up to the burner flame by the force of the
exhaust vent. When they get there, the flame travels back to the
nebulizer.
The control box will shut the system down (1) if the flame goes out,
(2) if there is an explosion in the burner chamber, or (3) if there is a
pressure drop "upstream" of the control box. There are one-way
valves in the fuel lines inside the control box to stop flames from
going from the box to the gas cylinders. But as far as I can tell our
^60 system provides no means to stop the fuel flows automatically in
case of a fire which occurs while the burner flame remains lit.
IV. Handling and Storage of Hazardous Materials
Many of the chemicals used in the laboratory possess properties which can be
hazardous to the health and safety of employees. The hazards vary greatly in type
and severity. Some substances are flammable or explosive; some are toxic; some
are highly reactive, and some exhibit a combination of these characteristics.
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~_6 Nebulizer Assembly 303-0352*
7 Nebulizer Clamp 040-1278
8 Clamp Screw 040-1282
^9 Clamp Washer 040-1283
10 Gas Fitting 990-3401
11 Waste Fitting 040-1327
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Blow-out Plug 040-1263
O-ring 990-2043
Blow-out Plug Spring 040-1128
Blow-out Plug Cap 040-1120
Mounting Screv/s 040-1329
Hold-down Cable Clip 303-1638
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The most important consideration is to know your material. Employees will have to
make judgements on the degree of hazard associated with the use o£ chemicals in
the Laboratory. Each chemical should be evaluated for the following hazards:
1. Flammable and/'or explosive properties.
2. Toxic effects, if any. These may vary from a mild skin or respiratory
irritation to acute and fatal poisoning or chronic, irreversible damage to
the body.
3. Reactivity with water or with other chemicals.
ti. Means of cleanup and waste disposal to avoid personal injury or
environmental contamination.
After you have analyzed the chemical hazards, some determination must be made
to control exposures. You may decide that a highly flammable solvent can be
replaced with a less flammable solvent. Where substitution is not possible, you
must be able to determine procedures for use and handling of the chemical within
safe limits. Enclosing and ventilating the process may be required, for example, or
employees may need to wear protective clothing or use respirators.
Most of the hazardous materials used and stored at the Laboratory can be grouped
into the following categories:
A. Compressed Gases
B. Flammable Liquids
C. Corrosive Materials
D. Toxic Inorganics
E. Toxic Organics
F. Radioactive Materials
G. Chemical Carcinogens
The Laboratory has a Hazardous Storage Building which is designed to safely store
and facilitate the handling of bulk quantities of most hazardous materials.
If any questions or problems please refer them to the Safety Chemistry Consultant
(Moira Lataille).
The following safety practices and rules apply to the handling and storage of
hazardous materials:
A. Compressed Gases
1. Gas cylinders should be moved only with an approved cart.
2. All gas cylinder, active or inactive, must be properly secured by clamp,
straps, or chains to prevent toppling or falling. When not in regular use,
or being mcfved, valves must be closed and caps replaced.
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TABLE I
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Class
D.O.T.
Class.
°C
flash
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°C
boiling
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Max. container size
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IB
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II
Danger:
extremely
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Warning:
highly
flammable
Caution:
flammable
<23°
<23°
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38-60'
III combustible >60'
<38°
>38°
1 pt
1 qt
1 gal.
1 gal.
1 gal.
1 gal
5 gal,
5 gal.
5 gal.
5 gal.
2 gal.
5 gal.
5 gal
* 1 gal. glass containers are permissible if contamination from container is
problem.
NFPA - Nat'l Fire Protection Assoc.
D.O.T. - Dept. of Transportation
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3. Gas cylinders should each bear a tag showing status: full/in use/empty.
Expended cylinders should be removed from service with positive pressure
remaining.
<±. Gas cylinders must be shut off at the close of each day, except when
expressly authorized by a Supervisor or Branch Chief.
5. Only the cylinder required for current use are to remain in the Laboratory
work area. All cylinders not in use must be moved to the Gas Cylinder
and Chemical Storage area.
B. Flammable Liquids
1. Transportation of flammable liquids of one gallon or greater should be in
safety cans or safety bottle carriers.
2. Flammable liquids are to be stored in safety cans or in small containers in
an approved explosion-safe refrigerator or cabinet.
3. Bulk storage of flammable liquids is permitted only in the Hazardous
Storage Building in drums or safety cans up to five-gallon capacity.
4. Flammable liquids are never to be used in the vicinity of heat, open
flames, or sparking electrical equipment. Flammable liquids in use in
open containers shall be kept in fume hoods.
5. Disposal of flammable liquids is only to be made into labeled safety
disposal containers.
6. See Tables I and II for further information.
C. Corrosive Materials
1. Rubber gloves and face shields must be used when transferring (1 liter or
more) of corrosive liquids. Reasonable precautions should be taken when
working with lesser amounts.
2. When storing corrosive liquids, care should be taken not to store
concentrated acids and bases in the same cabinet.
D. Toxic Inorganics
1. Persons working with toxic inorganics such as mercury, arsenic compound,
halogens, ammonia, etc., should familiarize themselves with the proper
methods of handling and the safe exposure levels of the material.
2. The most common route of ingestion of inorganic toxic chemicals is
through the mouth. The use of gloves and washing hands with soap and
water should preclude the transferring of the material to the mouth.
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TABLE II
CRC
Ref.ff
Name
Formula
°C Boiling
Point §
760rren Hg
nan Hg Vapor
Pressure
§ (°C)
°C Flash
Point
"C auto-
ignition
Spec.Grav.
§ 20°C
Flairenability
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% by volume
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C3H6O
56.2
226(25)
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538
0.79
2-13
92
Benzene
C6H6
80.1
100(26)
-17
562
0.88
1-8
203
Carbon Tet.
CCI4
121
113(25)
A
-
1.63
-
239
Chloroform
CHC13
61.2
200(25)
A
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1.49
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363
Dichlorcmethane CH2CI2
40
440(25)
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662
1.34
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454
Ethanol
c2h60
78.5
50(25)
13
423
0.79
3-19
471
Ether
c4h10°
34.5
439(20)
-45
180
0.71
2-48
501
Formalin
37ICH20
101
10(-88)
85
403
0.82
7-73
512
Gasoline
C5H12-C9H2O
-
-
-43
371
0.80
1-8
534
Hexane
C6H14
68
150(25)
-30
261
0.66
1-8
634
Methanol
0140
64.9
160(30)
11
446
0.79
6-36
777
Paraffin
-
-
-
199
245
3.88
-
784
Pentane
C5H12
36
500(25)
-49
309
0.63
1-8
800
Petroleum Ether
30-60
B
-57
B
B
1-8
1021
Toluene
c7h8
111
30(25)
4
536
0.87
1-7
1046
Freon 113
C2C13P3
47.7
-
A
-
1.56
-
1083
p-Xylene
CsHio
138
10(27)
27
529
0.86
1-7
A -- Non-flammable, however thermal decomposition products are highly toxic.
B -- Properties similar to Pentane.
Flash point -- The lowest temperature at which a flammable vapor-air mixture is present above the surface of
the liquid, which will ignite if an ignition source is introduced.
Auto-ignition temperature -- The approximate minimum temperature for self-sustained combustion. ^
Flairenability limits in air I by volume -- The minimum and maximum concentrations of vapor in air that will
allow burning to occur.
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3. Hoods shall be used for any operation which could give off hazardous
amounts of vapors. This includes wet digestions with nitric acid, boiling
solutions of all volatile acids and ammonia.
E. Toxic Organics
1. The number of potentially dangerous organic compounds is so great that
the safest rule to follow is to consider all such materials to be dangerous.
2. Organic compounds can be highly toxic and dangerous because the routes
of incorporation into the body include oral, inhalation, and skin and eye
absorption.
3. Before operations with unfamiliar compounds are initiated, all available
literature should be checked to assess the possible hazards and the proper
handling procedures.
4. Safety precautions required when using organic compounds should guard
against ail routes of incorporation. Eye protection should be worn; the use
of protective gloves is required when handling pure materials or
concentrated solutions, and all operations involving volatile toxic organics
are to be performed in a fume hood.
F. Radioactive Materials
The use of radioactive materials is strictly controlled by licenses and
regulations through the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Use of radioactive
materials in the Laboratory will not be permitted without the prior knowledge
and written consent of the Safety Committee.
Tracking, Handling and Disposal of
Toxic Organic Substances in the Laboratory
A. Cradle to Grave Tracking of Organic Standard Compounds
1. Log standard compounds in organic log book and note if suspected or
known carcinogens.
2. When standard vial is empty, enter date in organic log book and dispose of
empty vial appropriately (see III. B).
B. Handling of Toxic Organic Substances
1. All personnel should receive training in this area.
2. Lab coats should be worn when handling toxic substances and removed
when contaminated;
3. Disposable gloves should be worn when handling toxic substances and
disposed of when contaminated.
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Disposal of Toxic Organic Chemicals and Contaminated Articles
1. Disposable Gloves
a. Place PCB contaminated gloves in container marked "PCB
CONTAMINATED GLOVES ONLY".
b. Place other contaminated gloves in container marked
"CONTAMINATED GLOVES".
c. Place all gloves contaminated with any of the substances in
Table I in container marked "Table I - CONTAMINATED GLOVES
ONLY".
2. Disposable Glass Pipettes, Contaminated Glassware
a. Place PCB contaminated glassware such as disposable glass
pipettes and empty standard vials in container marked "PCB
CONTAMINATED GLASSWARE ONLY".
b. Place other contaminated glassware in container marked
"CONTAMINATED GLASSWARE".
c. Place all contaminated glassware with any of the substances in
Table I in container marked "Table I - CONTAMINATED
GLASSWARE".
3. Rinse Solvents
a. Dispose of all rinse solvents; hexane, methylene chloride and
acetone into appropriately marked vessels, i.e., "WASTE
HEXANE".
4. Old Organic Standards
a. Dispose of all old PCB standards in container marked "WASTE-
PCB STANDARDS ONLY".
b. Dispose of other organic (not in Table I) standards into container
marked "WASTE-MIXED ORGANIC SUBSTANCES" and place
label from standard volumetric on side of container. When this
vessel is full, a list of all compounds present will be made
available to the waste disposal company.
c. Dispose of other organic substances in Table I in container
marked "TABLE I - MIXED ORGANIC SUBSTANCES" and place
label from standard volumetric on side of container.
When this vessel is full, a list of all compounds present will be
compiled and made available to the waste disposal company.
5. Waste Containers
a. One gallon solvent bottles appropriately labeled will be used as
waste containers for all organic liquids.
b. Contaminated glassware will be placed in plastic bags and then
double bagged for disposal.
c. Contaminated gloves will be placed in plastic bags and then
double bagged for disposal.
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LEGEND
NFPA Hazard Classi fit cation
H - Health
F - Flammability
R - Reactivity
-W— Water-Reactive
OXY- Strong Oxidizer
Primary Hazard
a. Flammable Solids (FPR-12), Explosives, Shock Sensitives,
Pyrophoric Substances.
b. Extreme Health Hazard.
c. No approved disposal method or site.
d. Water-Reactive
e. OSHA Toxic and Hazardous Substances. 29 CFR 1910 and/or
TSCA Toxic and Hazardous Substances.
f. High Hazard Substances under CWA, Sec. 211-Category "X". 1+0 CFR 117.
g. N.Y. DEC Controlled Contaminant Substances and/or
Carcinogens listed by Penn. Dept. of Health (1968)
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Notes The waste disposal company that we hire packages our wastes in 55-gallon
drums for disposal and removes them to their disposal site. They require a
segregation and identification of the wastes that we want shipped out.
It is in our best interests to conform to their policies. If you have any questions
about a waste that you wish to dispose of, please contact the Safety Representative
so it can be disposed of properly.
Tracking, Handling and Disposal of
Toxic Inorganic Substances in the Laboratory
A. Sulfide Wastes
Unused portions of stock solutions, working standards, or samples with greater
than 0.1 ppm sulfide shall be recycled as follows:
1. Check each solution with pH paper, adjust pH to greater than 9 with dilute
NaOH.
2. Discard these solutions in the appropriately labeled 5-gallon plastic jug
"Sulfide Waste and Caustic NaOH".
3. When the waste jug is full, notify the Safety Officer (Moira Lataille) who
will arrange for the waste to be disposed of.
B. Cyanide Wastes
1. Unused portions of stock solutions, working standards, or samples that
contain less than 5 ppm cyanide may be flushed down the drain in a hood
with large quantities of water (Caution: Make sure there is no acid in the
sink before flushing wastes!).
2. Unused portions of stock solutions, working standards, samples, distillate,
and absorber solutions that contain greater than 5 ppm cyanide shall be
recycled as follows:
a. The acidified portions of samples (and distilled standards) from
which the cyanide has been distilled may be flushed down the
drain with large volumes of water (Caution: Avoid doing this
while caustic wastes are flushed).
b. Label unused portions of samples accordingly. "No CN", "less
than 5 ppm CN", "more than 5 ppm CN", and return samples to
refrigerator.
c. Treat standards and absorber solutions containing over 5 ppm
cyanide with hypochlorite as described in Method 335.1 "Methods
for Chemical Analysis of Water and Wastes" EPA-600/4-79-020
and then discard as in II. A.
C. Mercury Wastes
1. "Empty" bottles of mercury compounds.
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a. Return to a designated shelf in the dry chemical storage room
for recycling. Do not rinse out.
2. Reagents and waste products containing mercury compounds.
Collect the following wastes separately in appropriately labeled 5-gallon
plastic jugs for disposal.
a. TKN acidic wastes (keep separate from TKN phenolic wastes).
b. TKN manual technique digestion wastes.
c. COD wastes and HgC^ standards used for Hg tests.
D. Freon Wastes from Oil and Grease Analysis
1. Composite the freon condensate from the distillation apparatus into
labeled glass solvent jugs for recycling.
E. Cadmium Metal from Nitrate Analysis
Caution: Cadmium is very toxic.
1. Handling
a. Gloves should be worn at all times when handling the granules of
the metal - weighing, grinding, column preparation, etc. - should
be done in the hood.
b. Thoroughly wipe out all seives, beakers, etc., that were used to
size the cadmium with damp paper towels and save these in an
appropriately labeled wide-mouthed plastic jar.
2. "Empty" bottles of cadmium compounds
a. Return to a designated shelf in the dry chemical storage room
for recycling. Do not rinse out.
VII. Acids and Other Preservatives for Field Use
A. Field crews should obtain fresh reagents for field use just prior to their going
out into the field. Upon returning from the field, the sampling personnel will
return unspent reagents to Chemistry for proper disposal and refilling. This
policy should ensure fresh reagents and eliminate the danger of cross
contamination.
Any variance from this procedure should be worked out with Laboratory
personnel in advance of any field work.
B. The Chemistry Section's policy on giving out acids and other chemicals for
preserving samples in the field are listed below:
I. Acid preservatives will be given to the field crews diluted to 25% of full
strength, unless prior agreement has been made.
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2. No refills will be given to any field crew.
a. Partially filled or empty reagent bottles must be returned to the
lab and disposed of under the supervision of a chemist.
b. Acid and other reagents will be given only in clean reagent
bottles.
3. Acids, bases, etc. will be given out only in 250 ml quantities unless the
need lor a greater quantity is justified.
k. The acid used to prepare a particular preservative will be taken only from
one bottle of concentrated acid.
VIII. Evacuation Plans for the Chemistry Section
The responsibility of all personnel in the event of a fire alarm and/or fire is to
immediately evacuate the building through the nearest exit and proceed to the
south parking lot. The responsibility of the Area Warden will be to do an employee
count. Once an employee has left the building, he must not re-enter the building
'until given permission by the Division Director or Acting Division Director. After
all personnel have been accounted for, we will proceed to the north parking lot as a
group, barring any problems.
The responsibility of the Alternate Area Warden is to inspect all assigned rooms to
ensure that all personnel have been evacuated.
The Alternate Area Wardens and assigned rooms are:
W. Andrade - 210 Metals Lab
211 Inst. Lab
212 Inst. Lab
215 Elect. Equip.
218 Calib. Lab
A. Clark - 225 Technicon Lab
22k Bal. Room
227 Chemistry Lab
228 Air Calib. Lab
N. Eaton - 124 Ladies Room
E. Taylor - 222 Clean Room
223 Sample Prep. Lab
213 Glass Bl.
21k Data Storage
216 Equip. Storage
217 Chem. Storage
219 Sed. Metals
220 Dish Room
221 B.O.D. Room
127 Men's Room
Ik 5 Lab Br. Conference Room
Ik6 Lab Br. Sec.
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147 Chem. Sec. Chief
148 Lab Br. Chief
The importance of accounting for all personnel is critical in an emergency. In view
of this, it is necessary to call in early when sick leave is taken.
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3. The first responder shall observe the area of the incident, from a safe
distance, to determine necessary containment, cleanup and/or mitigation
material, safety equipment, or specialized support personnel which may be
necessary to deal with the situation.
U. The first responder, as OSC, will contact the Duty Officer and inform him
of his observations, so that the Duty Officer can dispatch the support to
the On-Scene Coordinator.
5. The Duty Officer will update the On-S-ene Coordinator on the team
member's response.
Bl. The second responder will report to the New England Regional Laboratory
and load the response van with SCBA's, spare bottles, organic vapor
detector, oxygen meter, explosimeter, draeger tubes, sampling jars and
vials, lights, maps, and such other equipment as the first report indicated
may be needed.
2. The second responder will contact the Duty Officer, informing him of
readiness to respond to the site, describing the response equipment
prepared, and giving an estimated time of arrival.
3. The Duty Officer will give the second responder any additional
information which has arrived since their first conversation.
4. The second responder will then respond to the scene.
5. Upon joining the first responder, the second responder shall be briefed on
the situation and the two team members will assume the roles of On-
Scene Coordinator and Team Member, as assigned initially by the Duty
Officer.
Phase HI Incident Containment
The On-Scene Coordinator, with the assistance of the team member (upon
arrival) will oversee countermeasures to contain the discharge or potential
discharge, coordinating these activities with the State and local activities, to
protect the public health, as well as the environment.
Phase IV Mitigation
The On-Scene Coordinator will begin the cleanup or mitigation phase when the
contractor has arrived on site with ail necessary materials and equipment to
conduct operations, with necessary disposal sites or temporary storage sites
coordinated with State and local officials.
Periodically, throughout response operations, the On-Scene Coordinator will
inform the Duty Officer of the status of activities.
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Safety Considerations
The initial responder will confirm the nature o:: the substance(s) involved in the
incident and designate a level of hazard (See Attachment 1). if the level is
higher than his equipment, then the responder shall evaluate from a distance
and not approach the hazard.
When the second person arrives, the two team members will conduct a safety
survey to determine if:
1. The level of hazc.rd designated is appropriate.
2. Determine the zones of contamination and delineate boundaries.
Upon completion of the safety survey, EPA personnel, EPA contractor
personnel, and State and local officials will be informed of the determinations.
EPA and its contractors shall be required to comply with level of hazard
protection and observe the boundaries.
There will be three zones of contamination:
1. Clean Zone. The is the area of safety beyond possible contamination.
2. Standby Zone. The Standby Zone is the area where some contamination is
possible, but where personnel may operate with a lower level of
respiratory protection than in the Contamination Zone.
3. Contamination Zone. This is a dynamic area whose boundary may
fluctuate. This zone requires the level of hazard protection.
The team member will periodically monitor the site and recommend
adjustments in the level of protection to the OSC throughout the course of
operations.
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DEGREES OF HAZARD
AND
LEVELS OF PERSONNEL PROTECTION
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Degree of
hazard
Conditions
Level of Protection
First Degree
1. Unknown Hazards
2. Immediately Dangerous to
Life or Health Atmosphere
(IDLH).
3. Oxygen Deficient Atmospheres
1. Unknown Hazards
2. Percutaneous Chemicals
3. Vapors which can injure the
skin.
Self Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA) of the
Positive Pressure Demand
Type, (ie TC 13F - 30)
Appropriate Type of Fully
Encapsulating Suit.
Second Degree 1. IDLH Atmospheres 1. Self Contained Breathing
2. Oxygen Deficient Atmospheres Apparatus (SCBA) of the
Positive Pressure Demand
Type.
1. Liquids which can injure the 2. Boots, Gloves, Rain/Chemical
skin. Splash Suit with Hood
Third Degree
1. Atmospheres with at least
19%% Oxygen.
2. Atmospheres for which the
Chemical & Concentration
are Known and are Below
IDLH Level.
3. Contaminants have Good Warning
Properties
4. Atmospheres for which a NIOSH/
MSHA approved Cartridge/
Cannister is available.
1. Approved Air Purifying
Respirator (Gas Mask) with
the Appropriate Approved
Cartridge (Cannister)
(ie TC 21C-188)
2. Carry: Approved Emergency
Escape Unit (ie
TC 13F-28)
1. Boots, Gloves, ChemClos
(Splash Suit if necessary),
Face Shield or Goggles.
Fourth Degree
1. Atmospheres with at least
19%% Oxygen.
2. No IDLH Atmospheres.
3. Dust and other particulates
in the Air.
1. No Harmful Chemicals or
Atmospheres that might
injure the skin.
Approved Air Purifying
Respirator (Gas Mask) with
the Appropriate Approved
Cartridge (Cannister).
Carry: Approved Emergency
Escape Unit.
Boots, Gloves, Coveralls,
Face Shield/Goggles
Fifth Degree
1. Atmospheres with at least
19%% Oxygen.
2. Atmosphere which contains
no hazards but where a
hazardous substance
incident might occur.
1. Carry:
Approved Emergency
Escape Unit.
1. Appropriate Clothing for
the investigation/
inspection.
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II. Investigations and Operations at Hazardous Waste Sites
Purpose
This procedure serves as a framework within which personnel will conduct
investigations and emergency response activities at hazardous waste sites.
Authority
40 CFR 1510 the National Oil and Hazardous Substance Pollution Contingency
Plan (as amended by Section 105 of the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act - CERCL), requires that the On-
Scene Coordinator conduct operations at various types of emergencies.
Chapter 9 of EPA's Occupational Health and Safety Manual delineates EPA
policy, responsibility, and procedure for the conducting of safety programs for
hazardous waste site activities.
Interim Selected Standard Operating Procedures
Provided by the Office of Hazardous Emergency Response which provide On-
Scene Coordinators with guidance in selecting safety protocols.
Scope
This procedure serves as a personnel protection guideline for investigative and
response operations at hazardous waste sites, conducted by the On-Scene
Coordinator, under Sections 40 CFR 1510.36 and 1510.61 of the National Oil and
Hazardous Substance Pollution Contingency Plan (40 CFR 1510).
Notification
The Chief of the Oil and Hazardous Materials Section (predesignated On-Scene
Coordinator), upon notification of the need for a hazardous waste site
investigation, will designate a subordinate to begin the investigation.
Phase I Preliminary Site Development
The investigation will commence with the collection of background informa-
tion on the site from EPA, State, and local government sources, as well as
other sources which may have information pertinent to the site (i.e. libraries,
U.S.G.S., etc.). These sources should be able to provide the investigator with
information concerning the geology and topography of the area, property
ownership within the area, and the nature of possible hazards to personnel and
the environment from the site.
Upon completion of the gathering and collating of the background information
by the preliminary investigator, the predesignated OSC will select a team to
conduct a safety survey and site reconnaissance. This team will consist of a
team leader, safety officer, and an equipment operator.
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Phase II Site Safety Reconnaissance
Based upon the background information developed during the preliminary
phase, the team leader will designate a level of personnel protection and
supervise the writing of a preliminary safety plan by the safety officer.
The preliminary safety plan may not be based on scientific fact but on
assumption, allegation, and extrapolation from the background information
(depending on the background information developed), and is not complete, as a
minimum it will address the following information:
1. Known or suspected hazardous materials.
2. Vapor action levels for personnel protection.
3. Monitoring equipment to be used (i.e. photoionization detector, oxygen
meter, explosimeter, Geiger/Muller counter, personal dosimeters, draeger
tubes, etc.).
b. Personnel protection equipment commensurate with the level of personnel
protection.
5. Field decontamination materials and procedure.
6. Personnel emergency information.
7. General emergency information
a. Fire Dept. phone number
b. Police Dept. phone number
c. Rescue/ambulance unit phone number
d. Emergency hospital phone number and directions to the hospital.
8. A site map delineating the Zone of Potential Contamination, the Clean
Zone, locating the Site Entry Point and Decontamination Station.
The site safety reconnaissance will be conducted from the Point of Entry,
along the perimeter of the Zone of Potential Contamination, prior to gradually
reducing that perimeter into the site. This reconnaissance will be conducted
with all deliberate speed necessary to obtain values and make observations of
the site, to ensure that a good understanding of the safey of personnel at the
site can be obtained.
Phase III Sampling Survey
The team leader will prepare a Sampling Survey of the site in coordination
with laboratory personnel and the safety officer. The coordinated planning of
this survey will determine the volume size, number, preservation method, and
handling of samples, as well as station location and any special sampling
techniques that may be necessary. A site plan will be drawn based on the
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reconnaissance observations and will be used to locate the sampling survey
information for the safety plan. The safety plan will also be adjusted to
reflect other additional information and observations obtained during the
reconnaissance (i.e. vapor readings, etc.).
The team will conduct the Sampling Survey within the framework of the
Survey Operation and Safety Plans, however, personnel will remain vigilant to
the possible need to modify the plans if site observations indicate the
necessity.
Phase IV Information Development and Evaluation
Upon return from the survey, the team leader will prepare a station location
description and locate the station on a plan providing the laboratory with
observations of the stations to assist the lab in deciding the order in which to
analyze the samples.
Once the analytical results are available, the information will be evaluated to
determine whether an emergency exists, or whether the case should be
referred to other authority for action.
Phase V Emergency Response Operations
If an emergency response is declared at the site, the Chief of the Oil and
Hazardous Materials Section will appoint an On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) and a
Safety Officer.
The OSC, in addition to preparing an emergency action plan for the operation,
will supervise the preparation of the Site Personnel Safety Plan by the Safety
Officer.
The Site Safety Plan will consist of:
1. Policy and Responsibilities
2. Site Organization
a. Site Plan
b. Zones of Contamination
c. Facility Location and Function
3. Determination of the Level of Hazard
a. Minimum Protective Clothing
b. Clothing Types
c. Respiratory Protection and Determination Criteria
d. Special Job-specific Requirements
4. Air Monitoring Survey Procedure
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5. Emergency Contingency Plan
a.
General Contingency Information
b.
Personnel. Casualty
c.
Fire
d.
Other Foreseeable Incidents
e.
Emergency Phone Numbers
f.
Emergency Support Information
g-
Local Contingency Plan (if any)
6. Decontamination Procedures
a. Personnel
b. Personal Equipment
c. Heavy Equipment
7. Appendices Deemed Pertinent to Site Operations (i.e. windchill chart,
maps, chemical resistance chart).
In order to ensure that the Safety Plan can provide personnel protection
standards, as well as deal with contingencies, the OSC will consult with local
and State officials (i.e. Fire and Police Chiefs, State Fire Marshal, Selectmen,
Hospital representatives) to ensure that the plan contains the best available
information prior to the commencement of operations.
Periodically, during the course of operations, the On-Scene Coordinator,
Safety Officer, and contractor's Project Manager will meet to discuss
operations and the possible need to amend the plan to reflect newly recognized
needs.
Upon completion of all site operations, the On-Scene Coordinator and the
Safety Officer will critique the plan and place it on file so that it may be a
reference for future operations.
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WATER SECTION'S FIELD SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURES
I. Boat Operations
All motorboats owned or leased by EPA will be operated with safety as the
prime consideration and in compliance with appropriate Federal and state
laws and regulations. Reckless or negligent operation is subject to criminal
provisions of the Motorboat Act of 1940, as amended. Personnel will not
operate or be passengers in any boat that appears unsafe.
A. The motorboat operator is responsible during operation for the craft, its
equipment and cargo, and the safety of crew and passengers. The boat
must be operated so as not to endanger EPA personnel, equipment, or
property or cause personal injury or property damage to others. The
operator is responsible for knowing all safety procedures for the class of
boat he operates, and for ensuring that the passenger-carrying capacity
is not exceeded.
B. All passengers and the operator must wear life jackets when aboard an
EPA boat.
C. No employee shall operate power boats without being instructed in their
operation and having read the Boat Operator's Training Manual located
in the Water Section.
D. No government-owned boat will be used to carry non-government
persons except for official business.
E. All boats will be equipped with the minimum safety equipment as
prescribed by the U.S. Coast Guard.
F. No boat shall be operated for sampling unless two individuals are
aboard.
G. All sample boats should be equipped with non-skid surfaces. Employees
should wear non-skid, soft-soled footwear during transfer or on board,
to avoid slipping.
H. All boat operators shall be familiar with maritime regulations.
I. All boats in excess of 16 feet must have an auxiliary motor aboard.
Shorter boats must have paddles aboard.
J. Maximum load limits and horsepower ratings of all boats must be
adhered to.
K. Coast Guard warnings (e.g., storm, small craft) must be recognized by
Chief or Captain of boat and proper action taken. Boating activity
should be stopped if there is an impending storm or high winds.
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L. The EPA Safety Management Manual, Part III, Chapter 2, should be
consulted for a listing of required safety equipment and for procedures
for reporting accidents.
M. Night lights must be installed and operated according to established
practice for night operations.
N. Excess equipment is to be minimized and that which remains on board
will be stored so that walkways are kept clear and fire hazards are
avoided.
O. Creation of unbalanced condition combined with actions of personnel
could cause the boat to overturn. Equipment should be located to
maximize both efficient conduct of activities and safety.
P. EPA personnel must be able to swim.
Q. Small first-aid kit should be carried on board at all times.
R. Minimum Requirements - U.S. Coast Guard
1. Class A - Boats less than 16 feet in length:
a. A type I, II, III or IV PFD device per person on board.
b. For boats underway between sunset and sunrise.
1) Bow -10 degrees - 1 mile Red portside, 10 degrees -
1 mile Green starboardside.
2) Stern - 32 degress - 2 miles White - higher than bowlight.
2. Class 1 - Boats 16 feet to less than 26 ft. in length:
a. A type I, II, or III PFD device per person on board.
b. A type IV PFD on board.
c. A whistle or horn audible at least Vt mile.
d. Lights: same as class A.
S. Requirements - U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
1. All existing Federal laws pertaining to boats.
2. Personal flotation device - same as above.
3. One hand portable fire extinguisher of approved type.
k. Navigation lights - same as above except less than 16 feet - none.
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5. Distress flares - emergency situations.
6. Sound-producing device - must have device capable of producing a
blast of 2 seconds audible at least Yi mile.
7. Anchor and Anchor line - suitable for particular size boats.
8. Paddle or Oar: Required.
9. General Conditions: The vessel must be in good overall condition,
the hull sound, fuel lines intact and properly installed. The
maximum H.P. rating contained on the capacity plate must not be
exceeded. The decal will not be awarded to a vessel which is not
generally shipshape and in seaworthy condition. Every motorboat
must have a properly operating dewatering device aboard.
10. Recommend Conditions and Standards:
a. Manual bilge pump - all boats
b. Spare canisters for air horns
c. Spare batteries and lights.
d. First-aid kit.
e. Tools and spare parts.
List of EPA boats and equipment:
1. 20 foot McKee Craft Model 20-S. Maximum allowable H.P. 135.
Total allowable weight (people, motor, gear): 2120 lbs.
Motor 115 H.P. Tandem wheel trailer, 2" ball.
2. 16 foot, 7 inch Boston Whaler. Quantity: Maximum allowable H.P.
100. Total allowable weight (people, motor, gear): 1750 lbs.
Motor 85 H.P. Single axle trailers 1-7/8" ball.
3. 13 foot, 4 inch Boston Whaler. Maximum allowable H.P. 40. Total
allowable weight (people, motor, gear): 839 lbs. Motor 25 H.P.
single axle trailer 1-7/8" ball.
4. 16 foot Jon Boat. Maximum allowable H.P. 25. Total allowable
weight (people, motor, gear): 800 lbs.
5. 14 foot Jon Boat. Maximum allowable H.P. 14. Total allowable
weight (people, motor, gear): 710 lbs.
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6. 12 foot Jon Boat (Sears). Maximum allowable H.P. 7.5. Total
allowable weight (people, motor, gear): 450 lbs.
7. 12 foot Jon Boat (MonArk). Maximum allowable H.P. 5. Total
allowable weight (person, motor, gecir): 420 lbs.
8. Anchors: 2 Danforth 5-H. with 150 ft. nylon rope and chain,
1 Danforth 22-S.
9. Motors: 2 9.9 hp outboard motors
1 9.5 hp outboard motor
1 3 hp outboard motor
1 2 hp outboard motor
8 12 gallon gas tanks
4 6 gallon gas tanks
9 gas lines
10. Spotlight: 2 Q-Beam
11. Life Jackets: 4 type II life jackets
19 type III work vests
3 type IV cushions
12. Paddles: 16 paddles
13. Trailer: 1 single axle trailer for Jon boats - 1-7/8" ball
14. Radio: 3 Modar Marine VHF 25 watt radios with 6 db antennas. 3
Motorola Mocom VHF 15 watt radios with 6 db antennas. U.S.
Government frequency
15. Compass: 2 Ritchie Compass - Explorer Model
1 Miscellaneous compass
2 Handheld bearing compasses
16. Outboard Bracket: One outboard motor bracket bolted to McKee
craft.
II. Fueling Boats
It is NERL policy to fuel the tanks at NERL or while in transit and carry the
full gas tanks onto the boat.
III. Sampling and Flow-Measurement Operations at Plant Inspections
Safety of sampling and flow measuring personnel is paramount.
A. When within industrial sites, all employees must conform to rules
promulgated by the industry.
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B. Safety glasses., safety shoes, hard hats, compressed air respirators, gas
masks, and ear-protection devices are to be worn, as appropriate, in
hazardous areas.
C. Sampling from railroad bridges is not permitted, unless an adequate
walkway is present, or the railroad dispatcher has been contacted, and
it has been positively determined that no trains will run during sampling
period.
D. Vehicles should not be parked on bridges for the purpose of sample
collection.
E. All electrical apparatus employed in field operations must be properly
grounded.
F. Gaging crews, night sampling crews, and crews working in hazardous
areas will consist of not less than two persons. One person must be an
EPA employee.
G. Lines attached to sampling devices will not be secured bodily to
sampling personnel.
H. Rubber gloves are to be provided to all personnel engaged in sampling
and may be worn when handling sampling equipment. Disinfectant or
soap should be used for cleaning hands immediately after handling
samples containing sewage and equipment used for sampling sewage.
Rubber gloves must be worn while handling samples that could contain
toxic or corrosive materials.
I. Rules applicable to operations in, and in close proximity to manholes
are:
1. Cones will be placed around manholes where samples are being
collected.
2. Manholes will not be left uncovered.
3. Safety lines, handled by not less than two persons outside of
manhole, must be worn when entering manhole. Safety lines are to
be kept taut at all times. The maximum time allowed in manhole is
15 minutes. A vehicle must be immediately at hand in case of
emergency.
4. Manholes are not to be entered, until cleared, for at least five
minutes. Following the five minute ventilation, a lead acetate
swab is to be used to check for HLS. If H-S is present, a self
contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) must be worn when entering
a manhole for emergency situations only. A respirator can be
substituted for blower ventilation only in cases where explosive
gases are present (i.e., storm sewer manholes).
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5. Under nc circumstances are sewer lines to be entered by any
employee, for any reason.
3. Rules applicable to operations in, and in close proximity to, open
channels and streams are:
1. When sampling fast-moving channels or streams from shore,
walkway, etc., the person sampling must work from behind a
barricade or wear safety line attached to secure object. The same
rule applies to any open channel when footing is questionable, i.e.
snow, steep banks, etc.
2. Lines attached to sampling devices will not be secured bodily to
sampling personnel.
3. Streams may be waded to knee-depth in swift water, or to hip-
depth in placid water. In all work involving wading in fast moving
water, safety lines secured to shore must be worn, and a minimum
of two persons must be present.
K. Rules applicable to sampling and gaging under ice are:
1. A minimum crew for operations involving ice cover will be two
persons. One person to remain on solid footing until thickness of
ice has been determined.
2. If ice thickness is found to be less than four inches, operations on
the ice will cease.
3. Personnel on ice-covered water will wear life preserver and safety
line secured to an object on shore.
L. Rules applicable to sampling at industrial or municipal wastestreams
that have fast moving water, deep and wide channels:
1. A minimum of two persons must be present.
2. Safety lines should be attached to a secure object and one person
while setting up equipment at the location.
M. All EPA personnel handling chemicals and/or preservatives must be
trained to be familiar with their properties and emergency response
procedures. This is further addressed in the Safety Standard Operating
Procedures for Chemistry.
N. First-aid kit and eye wash kit should be provided in the van or at the
sampling location.
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O. EPA personnel should be instructed in proper use and potential hazards
associated with equipment, such as proper lifting practices (i.e., bending
knees, etc.)
P. Care should be taken when using chemicals such as acetone, to collect
any spill in appropriate receptacle. The chemical wastes should be
stored and disposed of properly.
Q. Wear safety clothing to prevent contact with body.
IV. Storage of Field Equipment
A. All field equipment will be stored in an orderly, safe manner.
B. Boats should be properly stored in a designated area when not in use.
C. All gasoline will be stored in an acceptable container and in a well
ventilated area outside the building.
V. Hazardous Waste Inspections
This section will be addressed in the Safety Standard Operating Procedures
for Oil and Hazardous Materials.
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EPA NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL LABORATORY
SURVEILLANCE & ANALYSIS DIVISION GO WESTVIEW ST. LEXINGTON , MA. 02173
I08A | 1088
FACILITY
MANAGER
202
PATHO. LAB.
101
ELECT. ROOM
103
AIR MON
STORAGE
209
SPEC. STORAGE
150
RECEIVING AREA
203
STORAGE
206
MICRO BIO
LAB
107
FACILITY
STORAGE
104
MARINE
STORAGE
105
BOAT STORAGE
201
MECH. CALIB.
207
BIO. LAB
BO LER
III
REC. a
PROP.
204
MICROSCOPY
109
WATER
MONITORING
STORAGE
ROOM
106
WORKSHOP
AIR MONITORING
OFFICE
208
BIO. WET LAB
205
WASH & STER
116 A
MICRO
FILM
221
B.O. D. ROOM
FIRST AID
AIR MON
210
METALS LAB
ELEC.
CALIB. LAB
SHOWER
SHOWER
. CHIEF
EQU P
ELEC.
118
LUNCH ROOM
127
MEN'S ROOM
116
LIBRARY
ROOM
ROOM
INSTR. LAB
115
AIR MONITORING
OFFICE
MAIN CONFERENCE
ROOM
211
INSTR. LAB
121
OFFICE
SUPPLIES
STORAGE
220
DISH ROOM
124
WOMEN'S ROOM
119
XEROX
ROOM
128
MAIL
ROOM
219
SEO. METALS
ZONE A
144
DATA
CLERK
131
ANAL. QUAL.
CONTROL
137
SURV.
BRANCH
SEC.
149
BIO.
SEC.
CHIEF
147
CHEM.
SEC.
CHIEF
134
DIVISION
ADMIN.
227
CHEMISTRY LAB
WATER MONITORING
OFFICE
140
0 £ H M OFFICE
222
CLEAN
ROOM
223
SAMPLE PREP
LAB
RECEPT.
132
MALACOLOGIST
136
SURV.
BRANCH
CHIEF
146
LAB BR.
SEC
225
TECHNICON LAB
135
SURV.
BRANCH
CONFERENCE
ROOM
AREA
ROOM
226
AIR CALIB. LAB
141
OB H M
CHIEF
145
LAB BR.
CONFERENCE
ROOM
139
WATER MON
CHIEF
133
DIVISION DIRECTOR
BR.
CHIEF
142
FOYER
FRONT ENTRANCE
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