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SF-CTION 3 <br /> POTENTIAL. HAZARDS <br /> 1 <br /> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- <br /> The potential hazards associated with hazardous waste site investigation include: <br /> 1) Accidents <br /> 2) Explosion <br /> 3) Fire <br /> 4) Heat stress <br /> S) Cold stress <br /> Accidents <br /> Accidents must be handled on a case by case basis. Minor cuts, bruises, muscle <br /> pulls, etc., will still allow the injured person to undergo reasonable normal <br /> decontamination procedures prior to receiving direct first aid. More serious injuries <br /> may not permit complete decontamination procedures to be undertaken, particularly <br /> if the nature of the injury is such that the victim should not be moved. The nature <br /> and degree of surface contamination at a site is generally low enough that <br /> emergency vehicles could reach the victim on-site without.undue hazard. However, <br /> in the event that access on-site is limited, accident victims may be transported by <br /> CERTIFIED personnel trained for this response. <br /> Expinsion <br /> The crew should be keenly aware of combustible gas meter readings and withdraw at <br /> any indication of imminently hazardous conditions. <br /> Eire <br /> The combustible gas meter will also warn of imminent fire as handli hazards tmethanol useat borings. d <br /> greatest fire hazard at the site should be recognized <br /> for decontamination. No smoking or open flames are allowed in this area. Carbon <br /> dioxide fire extinguishers will be maintained on site. The Fire Department, <br /> previously informed of site activities, will be called as needed. <br /> Hear Stress <br /> Heat stress may be a concern depending on the ambient temperature and the type of <br /> PPE used. Measures to help control heat stress include: <br />