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0 0 SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR CONTRACTORS WORKING AT RETAIL PETROLEUM/CONVENIENCE FACILITIES 7 — All work within 20 feet of a dispenser. — All work within 15 feet of a fill pipe. — All work within 50 feet of a tanker truck. — All hot work. • Workers shall evacuate all confined spaces. • Workers may not smoke within 50 feet of a delivery transport truck,even if the worker is off of the site. For any part of the storage tank system that is being repaired or altered that may cause fuel deliveries to be hazardous,dangerous to the underground environment,or cause a release of vapors to the atmosphere;the contractor doing the work is responsible to ensure that deliveries do not take place.Depending on the type of work to be done,the following activities may be appropriate: • Upon check-in with the site operator,verify the schedule for fuel deliveries so as to best coordinate work. • Disable the fill ports by locking them with padlocks. • Any tank systems that are to be left unattended in an unfit condition shall have the fills padlocked, and the customer's authorized representative shall be notified. Whenever fuel shall be transferred to gas cans or storage tanks,all equipment shall be properly grounded to prevent buildup of static electricity. 2.12 PROPER PERSONAL LIFTING TECHNIQUES • Plan the lift and decide if you need help.Prepare your travel path by opening doors and ensuring the walkway is clear of obstructions. — Position your body close to the load so that you can get a secure grip.Keep in mind that the closer your elbows are to your body,the less force that is exerted on your shoulders and back.Never pick up or put down a load if doing so will cause you to have your elbows completely away from your body.This is unsafe for your back and shoulders no matter how light a load appears to be. • Ways to bring your elbows in closer before you lift: — Take a step closer to the load. — Slide the load closer. — Tilt the top of the load toward you. • Be certain of secure footing and balance. • Keep your back straight and flex your knees. • Pick up the load,holding it close to your body. • Keep your head up,looking forward;and use your leg muscles to do the lifting. • Avoid twisting or coming your body while lifting.Point your toes in the direction you want to go and then step. • To safety put the load down,follow the lifting procedure in reverse order.The lowering procedure is as follows: — Avoid twisting or turning your body while lowering. — Point your toes in the direction where the load will be set down. — Keep your head up,looking forward,with your back straight; — Flex at the knees and use your leg muscles to do the lowering. — When the load reaches its resting place,release your grip. — Use your leg muscles to stand up. • Get help if it is necessary to push heavy or bulky items. 2.13 WASTE GENERATION AND DISPOSAL There are waste generation regulations at the Federal,State,and local levels.It is the responsibility of the contractor to train work- ers to know and follow all of the waste generation regulations that apply to the work being done.In general,contractors and work- ers shall evaluate the impact their work will have on the environment through waste disposal, and take necessary steps in agreement with customers to minimize normal and hazardous waste generation.Materials should be recycled whenever practical. Hazardous wastes shall never be placed in the normal trash or dumpsters and shall be disposed of according to the applicable reg- ulations.