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All personnel will follow these decontamination procedures: 1. When returning from the exclusion zone, remove heavy soil as necessary from boots, gloves, and clothing by using a towel or hose before entering the contamination reduction zone. 2. At the decontamination area, step into decontamination tub(s) and brush boots and gloves clean. 3. Remove disposable suit and discard in proper container. 4. Step into rinse tub(s) then remove boots. 5. Remove outer gloves and dispose of property. 6. Remove respirator and hard hat. 7. Remove inner gloves and dispose of properly. Decontamination procedures may be modified, if necessary, with the approval of the Site Safety Officer. 7.4.1 Personal Decontamination During Medical Emergencies In the event of personal injury, first -site personnel must decide if the victim/s injuries are potentially, the type that would be aggravated by movement. If there is any doubt, of if the victim is unconscious and cannot respond, no attempts should be made to move the victim to the decontamination area Only off-site paramedics may move such victims. If the paramedics approve, the victim(s) PPE will be cut off in the decontamination reduction zone. If the decision is made not to remove the victim's protective clothing, he will be wrapped in a tarp or similar object to protect the ambulance and crew during transportation. If the victims contaminated with materials that threaten to cause additional injury or immediate health hazards, the PPE will be carefully removed and the victim washed appropriately. 8.0 Generallnjury Step 1: Use first aid lat on site, if appropriate. Step 2: Use off-site help and / or assistance if appropriate. Step 3: Notify SSO, Project Manager, and Health and Safety Director.