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F 3.27.7 In -Water Operations When physically entering the water to perform work, with the exception of diving operations, the following procedures must be employed: • Personnel shall wear a USCG -approved PFD. • Personnel must inspect all safety and protective equipment prior to use, including PFDs, harnesses, retrieval lines, etc. • An on -shore attendant shall be present at all times. • Attendants shall have ready access to rescue and retrieval devices. • All in -water clothing, equipment, and accessories shall be inspected by the user prior to deploying. At no time shall defective waterproof clothing (i.e., hip/chest waders) be used. • When work is performed in waters where current exists, a rescue line and harness shall be attached to the in -water employee to aid in retrieval, should an emergency occur. • Retrieval lines must be secured to a substantial object, such as a large tree or pier. 3.27.8 Over Water Transportation In some cases, Kleinfelder personnel will be required to travel or shuttle by boat to get to a job site, whether on land or over water, as on a barge. The following elements must be observed and specified in the HASP: • Personnel operating the shuttle to and from the destination will have completed an approved boating safety course. The approval must be by an entity such as the National Association of Boating Law Administrators and recognized by the USCG. • All passengers will remain seated in the boat and wear PFDs. • There shall be adequate access from the shuttle to the barge to make the transition safely. • The operator must inspect the shuttle boat daily. • It may be necessary to provide an emergency craft in the event of shuttle boat failure. 3.28 HAZARDOUS WASTE/EMERGENCY RESPONSE OPERATIONS 3.28.1 Purpose This policy outlines the general requirements for Kleinfelder personnel and/or subcontractors who engage or may engage in activities that are governed by the regulatory requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120 -Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response Operations. Specific guidance, protective measures, and site-specific hazards Copyright 2018 Kleinfelder 232 Revised June 15, 2018