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physical, biological, other characteristics of anthrax spores and decontamination substances Exclusion Zone The Exclusion Zone is the area where hazardous substances are known or suspected to be present and pose the greatest potential for exposure. Remediation operations (site clean-up) are performed in the Exclusion Zone. At this site, there have been on identified Exclusion Zones. Personnel and equipment will enter and exit the Exclusion Zone from the designated access points in the Contamination Reduction Zone (CRZ), shown in Figure 3-1 in the event any such zones are established. Presently, there has been no identified hazardous chemical or biological contamination to address. In the event any Exclusion Zones are established, personnel in the Exclusion Zone will adhere to the following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Exclusion Zone (ExZ) SOPs • Check in and out of this zone at the designated access point. • Use the buddy system at all times. • Wear the PPE required for this zone (see PPE section of this HASP). • Perform air and surface sampling as required for this zone (see Exposure Monitoring section of this HASP). • Do not smoke, eat, or drink. • Monitor self and buddy for signs of heat stress and other difficulties. • Alert supervisor to signs of unanticipated hazards. • Do not engage in horseplay. • Monitor self and buddy for PPE improper fittings, rips, tears, and/or damage. • Use monitoring equipment and tools that are safe for the working environment. Contamination Reduction Zone (CRZ) The CRZ is located between the Exclusion Zone and the Support Zone (clean zone). Its primary purpose is for decontamination of workers and equipment. The CRZ also serves as a buffer between the Exclusion Zone and Support Zone, to limit the potential for contamination to spread to the Support Zone and outlying areas. At this site, the CRZ boundaries are marked with identifying signs and placards and/or hazard tape. Chapter 3 - 3 -..odd