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;Site Safety and Health Plan - - — — — Wind direction in relation to contamination zones — Accessibility to co-workers, equipment, and vehicles — Communications — Areas of known or suspected contamination — Site access and egress — Nearest water sources. Workers and equipment in the work area enclosure should be minimized, consistent with effective site operations. Work areas for various operational activities must be established. In the event that any member of a field work team experiences any adverse effects or symptoms of exposure while on the scene, or organic vapors and combustible vapors exceed the action limits, the entire field team will immediately halt work and act according to the instructions provided by the Site Safety Officer. The discovery of any condition that would suggest the existence of a situation more hazardous than anticipated will result in the evacuation of the field team and reevaluation of the hazard and the level of protection required. 6.3 Personnel Roles, Lines of Authority, and Communication Procedures during an Emergency All personnel should know their responsibilities during an emergency; know who is in charge during an emergency, and the extent of their authority. This section outlines worker roles, lines of authority, and communication procedures during emergencies. In the event of an emergency at the site, the Site Safety Officer will assume control and will be responsible for on-site decision-making. This individual has the authority to resolve all disputes about health and safety requirements and precautions. He/she will also be responsible for coordinating all activities until the ambulance,rescue,fire personnel, etc. arrives on site. The Site Safety Officer will ensure that other contractors/subcontractors Safety Officer(s), the Health & Safety Officer, the Wayne Perry Project Manager or Site Manager are contacted as soon as possible after the emergency occurs. The Site Safety Officer and other on-site personnel will have an established line of communication for emergency calls and reports (e.g., radio, cell phone, etc.). 6.4 Evacuation Routes and Procedures, Safe Distances, and Places of Refuge 6.4.1 On-site Emergencies Incident Free Operation Page 21 of 68