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— In conjunction with the SHSO, responsible for following-up on incident reports to the PM. 3.3 Site Health and Safety Officer The SHSO shall be appointed on a task-specific basis by the PM prior to the commencement of field activities. Depending on the complexities of the tasks to be performed, the SS will often also be called upon to be the SHSO. The SHSO advises the PM on all aspects of health and safety on site. The SHSO stops work if site operations threaten worker or public health and safety and also informs the HSM of any changes in site conditions or project status. In addition,the SHSO: • Carry out daily informal audits of unsafe acts as well as formally on a twice-weekly basis in conjunction with the Site Supervisor. • Conducts periodic inspections to assess whether the HASP is being followed. • Periodically inspects protective clothing and equipment. • Sees that protective clothing and equipment are properly stored and maintained. • Controls entry and exit at the access control points. • Performs air monitoring in accordance with this HASP. Maintains and oversees operation of monitoring equipment and interpretation of data from the monitoring equipment. • Monitors workers for signs of stress, including heat stress, cold exposure, and fatigue. • Enforces the "buddy"system. • Is informed of emergency procedures, evacuation routes, and telephone numbers of the local hospital, poison control center,fire department, and police department. • Notifies, when necessary, local public emergency officials. • Communicates incidents promptly to SS and PM. • Maintains communication with HSM on site activities. • If applicable, ensures decontamination and disposal procedures are followed. • Maintains the availability of required equipment. • Advises appropriate health services and medical personnel of potential exposures. 3-3