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1 <br /> IX. HAZARD MITIGATION <br /> Identify procedures to mitigate all hazards listed in Section VI by placing the task number next to the <br /> appropriate mitigating measure. Listing of standard procedures is not inclusive. A specific procedure <br /> must be entered to mitigate each hazard identified in Section VI. <br /> Activity <br /> List Number A. Mechanical Hazards <br /> 1 Do not stand near backhoe buckets and earthmoving equipment <br /> 1 Verify that all equipment is in good condition. <br /> 1 Do not stand or walk under elevated loads or ladders. <br /> _ 1 Do not stand near unguarded excavation and trenches. <br /> 1 Do not enter excavation or trenches over 5 feet deep that are not <br /> properly guarded,shored, or sloped. <br /> 1 Consult DHSO if other mechanical hazards exist. <br /> B. Electrical Hazards <br /> 1 Locate and mark buried utilities before drilling. <br /> i Utilities to located by:U.S.A. Notification within 48 hours prior to <br /> scheduled drilling or excavation work. <br /> 1 In addition utilities to cleared by a private utility locator on the day of <br /> drilling or excavation work. <br /> 1 Maintain at least 10-foot clearance from overhead power lines. <br /> 1 Contact utility company for minimum clearance from high voltage <br /> power lines. <br /> 1 If unavoidably close to buried or overhead power lines, have power <br /> turned off, with circuit breaker locked and tagged. <br /> 1 Properly ground all electrical equipment <br /> 1 Avoid standing in water when operating electrical equipment. <br /> 1 If equipment must be connected by splicing wires, make sure all <br /> connections are properly taped. <br /> 1 Be familiar with specific operating instructions for each piece of <br /> equipment. <br /> C. Chemical Hazards <br /> 1 Use personal protective equipment indicated in Section 18. <br /> Conduct direct reading air monitoring to evaluate respiratory and <br /> explosion hazards(list instrument, action level,monitoring location, <br /> and action to be taken in Section 19). <br /> NE Consult DHSO for personal air monitoring. <br /> NE = NOT EXPECTED <br /> G:\WP\GDH\GH41017G.356 11 <br />