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. f # e H.� e, ,:' �,. , ". '.,.. .a � trys €� r - $ 12F ,, g• PHYSICAL Traffic Any moving Traffic can be a hazard when working in streets or operating stations. When possible, traffic will be redirected from traffic areas in which employees are required to work ZApproved high visibility reflective traffic safety vests are required if traffic is present or anticipated as a hazard. ZSite will be secured using proper barricades,tape or other traffic control devices. Traffic Control Plans will be designed in accordance with WATCH manual or local guidelines. Noise >85 decibels Noise is a potential hazard. Prolonged exposure to noise in excess of 85 decibels can over time cause temporary or permanent hearing loss. For reference, 90 decibels is equivalent to a lawn mower or motorcycle from 25 feet. Approved hearing protection, including earplugs or earmuffs, is required when exposed to noise in excess of 85 decibels. Excavation . Underground utilities will be identified. and Trenching . Trenching and excavation will be conducted under the supervision of a qualified individual. • A Cal/OSHA permit will be obtained for trenches or excavations greater than 5 feet that will require a person to enter. • No person shall enter an excavation or trench greater than 5 feet deep unless the excavation has been properly shored or sloped on all sides. • Shoring and Sloping Procedures shall be consistent with WPI Standard Operating Policy regarding shoring and sloping. • Excavated materials should be placed so they will not be able to fall back into the excavation. • Do not park heavy equipment next the sides of trenches or excavations. f Trench plates should be used to cover trenches that are not in use. Heavy Including f All equipment will be inspected immediately prior to initiation of work to ensure that the machinery is in Equipment backhoes, proper working order. Damaged or broken machinery will be reported to the site foreman and the loaders, equipment will be removed from service until it has been properly repaired. bobcats, . All equipment will only be operated by qualified individuals. cranes, . All equipment will be operated in a safe manner and used for no other purpose than what it was designed heavy trucks. for. Careless operation of heavy equipment is forbidden. • Operators are required to report all equipment accidents involving personnel, building structures, and equipment to the site safety officer. • Under no circumstances are individuals to position themselves beneath any load being moved by the backhoe/bobcat.