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Safety Rules: <br /> For the protection and safety of all employees,Tracy Material Recovery Facility and Solid <br /> Waste Transfer, Inc.,has established the following rules designed to prevent accidents and <br /> injuries. Compliance with these rules is mandatory. Documentation will be made when the rules <br /> are distributed to new employees. <br /> 1. Proper footwear and clothing will be worn at all times <br /> 2. Do not wear loose clothing,jewelry or keep long hair in a down position where there <br /> is a danger of catching such articles in moving machinery or equipment. <br /> 3. horseplay, running, fighting or any activity that may result in injury or waste will not <br /> be tolerated. <br /> 4. Safety equipment such as hard hats and eye protection are required when performing <br /> any task that could produce flying particles. <br /> 5. Operate machinery with all guard in place. Tampering with safety devices is cause <br /> for immediate disciplinary action. <br /> 6. Do not operate any machine or equipment that you are not familiar with. <br /> 7. Machines or equipment must never be cleaned, adjusted or repaired until after the <br /> machine is turned off, the circuit is broken at the power source (including lock-out) <br /> and a warning tag is placed at the controls. Each person involved in maintenance <br /> must have his/her own personal padlock to ensure total lack of power until all work <br /> has been completed. <br /> 8. Any defects in materials, machinery,tools and equipment must be reported <br /> immediately to a supervisor. <br /> 9. Do not leave tools, materials or other objects on the floor which might cause others to <br /> trip and fall. <br /> 10. Do not block exits, fire doors, aisles, fire extinguishers, gas meters, electrical panels <br /> or traffic lanes. <br /> 11. Avoid risk of rupture, internal injury or back injury in attempting to lift,push, or pull <br /> excessive loads. If an object is too heavy to move without strain, ASK FOR HELP or <br /> Use the proper equipment designed for lifting heavy objects. <br /> 12. Hearing protection must be worn in designated high noise areas. <br /> 13. observe the correct position for lifting. Stand with your feet slightly apart, assume a <br /> squatting position with knees bent and tuck your chin. Tilt head forward, grasp the <br /> load with both hands and gradually push up with your legs, keeping your back <br /> straight and avoiding an abrupt movement. <br /> 14. Do not distract others while working. When approaching a machine operator for any <br /> reason, do so from the front or side in a way that he or she will see you coming and <br /> will not be shocked or surprised. If conversation is necessary, first make sure the <br /> machine is off. <br /> 15. Do not allow oil, wax, water, or any other material to remain on the floor where you <br /> or others may slip. Report any spills or leaks to you supervisor. <br /> 16. When handling hazardous materials insure you follow prescribed safety procedures <br /> and use required safety equipment. When using secondary containers filled by other, <br /> insure they are labeled as to their contents and hazards. <br /> 5 <br />