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• Operators of trucks and heavy equipment used on-site will be properly trained m the inspection and operation of such equipment The site supervisor will be responsible to check the proficiency of the operator • One standby person will provide guidance to the equipment operator using either two-way radios or universal hand signals • Perimeter barricades and yellow warning tape will be placed around equipment ' used in a fixed location. ' • Audio and/or visual backup alarms will be utilized on all heavy equipment on- site. • Walking and working m the immediate vicinity of operating equipment without the operator's knowledge will be prohibited • If the object may be of questionable weight, assistance in lifting from a second person should be sought • Use chains, hoists, straps, and any other equipment to safely aid in moving heavy materials A minimum of a four-point suspension will be used to move these items • The path for transporting materials will be checked for slip, trip and fall hazards prior to initiating transport tasks • Proper personal lifting techniques should be emphasized. 3.9 4 Excavation Safety 3.9.4.1 Hazard Assessment At the beginning of the project, at the beginning of each work shift, or as often as necessary to ensure safety, a competent person shall conduct an area survey to locate potential hazards and determine appropriate safety control measures 3.9.4.2 Excavation Safety Procedures If excavation of contaminated soil to a depth greater than five feet occurs and entry by workers is needed, then safety precautions must be adhered to as specified in OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1926 650 The Supervisor shall question the real need to enter a trench greater than three feet deep. Remote sampling and/or excavation equipment should be used where possible As a mmunum, the following rules shall be strictly observed. MZJU9-21-93/ENGN3-0127 bk 25 t