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vicinity of heavy equipment will wear hard hats, steel toe work boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection, if necessary. Traffic safety will consist of placing traffic cones around the work area. If appropriate, field vehicles will also be positioned to protect w the immediate work zone. If field work is performed during warm weather, air temperatures t will be monitored during work activities. Workers will be instructed to be alert for signs and symptoms of heat stress. Frequent rest periods will be taken in a shady location. During rest periods, workers will be instructed to drink plenty of fluids. Chemical Hazar s _ t Exposure to petroleum products liquids and/or vapors are anticipated to be low Worker protection for petroleum vapors will consist of Level D at the start of field work. Tlus protection level will include the use of nitrile gloves, chemical resistant overboots, as well as frequent monitoring with an organic vapor monitor and benzene- sensitive Colorimetric Indicator Tubes Half-face air-purifying respirators will be readily available near-by If conditions warrant, the level of protection will be upgraded to Level C which will include, at a minimum, protective clothing and a half-face air-purifying, canister-equipped respirator. Table 4-1 shows the action levels and f appropriate personal protective equipment. .: 'h"aining A well-equipped First-Aad Kit will be available at all Mmes on-site for minor injuries All ERM-West field personnel are trained in the use of the First Aid Kit, and have completed the 40-hour course in Health and Safety Training for Hazardous Waste Workers as required by Federal OSHA regulations. Emergency Proced=es The telephone number 911 will be dialed for emergency situations. The following non-emergency numbers will also be kept on-site • Police 209-944-8377 • Dameron Hospital 209-944-5550 4-2 f