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PES Environmental, Inc. <br /> 9.4 Fire Prevention <br /> Fire extinguishers shall be maintained in the immediate vicinity of site operations at all times. <br /> If the potential for the accumulation of flammable vapors exist, periodic vapor-concentration <br /> measurements should be taken with an explosimeter or combustimeter. If at any time the <br /> vapor concentrations exceed 10 percent of the LEL, then the site safety officer, or designated <br /> field worker, should immediately shut down all operations. <br /> Only approved safety cans will be used to transport and store flammable liquids. <br /> All gasoline and diesel-driven engines requiring refueling must be shut down and allowed to <br /> cool before filling. <br /> Smoking is not allowed during any site operations except at areas designated as such. <br /> No open flame or spark is allowed in any area containing petroleum products, or other <br /> flammable liquids. <br /> 9.5 General Health <br /> Medicine and alcohol can increase the effects of exposure to toxic chemicals. Unless <br /> specifically approved by a qualified physician, prescription drugs should not be taken by <br /> personnel assigned to operations where the potential for absorption, inhalation, or ingestion <br /> of toxic substances exists. <br /> Drinking and driving is prohibited at any time. Driving at excessive speeds is always <br /> prohibited. <br /> Skin abrasions must be thoroughly protected to prevent chemicals from penetrating the <br /> abrasion. <br /> Contact lenses should not by worn by persons working on the site. <br /> 9.6 Noise <br /> Control of noise hazards shall be in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.95. Noise hazard areas <br /> (greater than the 8-hour Time Weighted Average of 85 dBA or 140 dB impact/pulse) must <br /> be appropriately marked and hearing protection for noise attenuation worn when in the area. <br /> 148400101H002.doc 15 <br />