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Port of Stockton Phase II ESA �� Health and Safety Plan Personnel leaving a fire area will account for all employees in that work area as soon as possible and report to the Site Supervisor to perform a head count. 5.3 Notification As conditions dictate, the Site Supervisor will declare an emergency, initiate remedial procedures, and request assistance from the Fire Department by dialing 911. The Site Supervisor will notify the HDR PM as soon as possible of the location, size, and nature of the fire after establishing immediate actions and accounting for personnel. 5.4 Rescue If employee(s) are unable to evacuate themselves from a fire area for any reason, their rescue will be the first priority of responders. The Site Supervisor will determine whether on-site resources are sufficient to proceed or if rescue must be delayed until the Fire Department responders arrive. The Site Supervisor must inform Fire Department responders if any personnel require rescue. 6.0 Material Handling Various materials and equipment may be handled manually during project operations. Employees working alone should not attempt to lift or move a load that is too heavy for one person —get help! If necessary, wear protective gloves and clothing (i.e., aprons)when handling loads with sharp or rough edges or when there is the potential for chemical exposure. Workers should be properly positioned when pulling or prying objects. Care should be taken when lifting and handling heavy or bulky items to avoid back injuries. The following fundamentals address the proper lifting techniques that are essential in preventing back injuries: • The size, shape, and weight of the object to be lifted must first be considered. • The anticipated path to be taken by the lifter should be considered for the presence of slip, trip, and fall hazards. • Those who have not been trained in proper lifting techniques shall not lift heavy objects. • If an object is large or not easily carried by one person, two (or more) properly trained people shall be utilized to lift the object. • Face the load squarely, get a firm footing and spread your feet 12-14 inches apart and, if possible, place one foot alongside the object being lifted. • Bend your knees and get a good grip on the object. Keep your back straight and vertical, and lift by straightening your legs. • Keep the load close to your body throughout the entire lifting process. • If it is necessary to turn, change your foot position; DO NOT TWIST YOUR BODY. • When the load is heavy or awkward, use teamwork. Lift slowly and evenly together. 7 �