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Revised: 02/03/2023 2 <br />Job Steps Hazards Actions to Eliminate or Minimize Hazards RAC <br />2. Cutting Metal with Shear - Pinch Points <br />- Sharp Edges <br />- Sprains and Strains <br />- Fire/Explosion <br />1. Be aware of hand placement at all times, do not place them <br />between objects that could cause pinching or crushing. Use <br />caution with tools equipped with jaws or pivot points. Wear cut <br />resistant gloves. <br />2. Do not work without gloves, do not place hand(s) or body <br />against metal cutting areas as contact with burrs could result in <br />a scrape or laceration, Wear long sleeves. use the Mental Risk <br />Assessment (MRA) tool to mitigate hazards, keep your mind <br />engaged in the task at all times, work at a safe pace. <br />3. Use proper body positioning when using hand tools and avoid <br />working in cramped or awkward positions. Take periodic breaks <br />to prevent sprains or strains, if work becomes too strenuous <br />stop. <br />4. Prior to cutting always obtain a field reading at tank opening <br />and breathing zone using a (4) Gas Meter. Reference field <br />reading(s) showing site action levels in HASP and determine if it <br />is safe to continue. If LEL concentrations are at or above 10%, <br />Stop work and seek further guidance from the ICS Safety <br />Officer. Always keep a 20lbs. ABC Fire Extinguisher charged <br />and readily available during UST activities. Important note: No <br />Smoking or open flames are allowed per ICS Policy. <br />M <br />Pneumatic Shear <br />NC-25-1137 Tiwana & Sons <br />1210 East Hammer Lane, Stockton, CA 95210