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Health and Safety Plan <br /> 455 E 11th St <br /> Tracy,California <br /> Pre-shift meetings before the commencement of work to review the high heat procedures, <br /> encourage employees to drink plenty of water, and remind employees of their right to take a <br /> cool-down rest when necessary. <br /> 3.2.2 Hypothermia <br /> Hypothermia can result from abnormal cooling of the core body temperature. It is caused by <br /> exposure to a cold environment and wind-chill. Wetness or water immersion can also play a <br /> significant role.Typical warning signs of hypothermia include fatigue,weakness, lack of <br /> coordination, apathy, and drowsiness. A confused state is a key symptom of hypothermia. <br /> Shivering and pallor are usually absent,and the face may appear puffy and pink. Body <br /> temperatures below 90°F require immediate treatment to restore temperature to normal. <br /> Current medical practice recommends slow re-warming as treatment for hypothermia,followed <br /> by professional medical care.This can be accomplished by moving the person into a sheltered <br /> area and wrapping with blankets in a warm room. In emergency situations, where body <br /> temperature falls below 90°F and heated shelter is not available, use a sleeping bag, blankets, <br /> and body heat from another individual to help restore normal body temperature. <br /> 3.2.3 Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation (Sunlight) <br /> Moderate to high potential for overexposure to UV light exists for field personnel. To prevent <br /> erythema (sunburn),workers will be provided Sun Protection Factor(SPF)30 or greater <br /> sunscreen to apply to areas not covered with clothing or PPE. Workers will be encouraged to <br /> seek shade whenever possible. <br /> 3.2.4 Rain/Thunder/Lightning <br /> Foul weather including rain storms can occur frequently especially in the months between <br /> November and March. Monitor local weather through available media or a weather radio. <br /> Although not as frequent, electrical storms can potentially be very hazardous to field personnel. <br /> During lightning and thunderstorms,the following is necessary: <br /> • Equipment shutdown; <br /> • Seek shelter in a building or vehicle;and <br /> • Await further instruction from Project Leader. <br /> A 30-minute STAND DOWN period is required after encountering Lightning or Thunder in order <br /> to allow the storm to pass. <br /> Terraphase Engineering Inc. Appendices <br />