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PREVENTION STEPS <br /> Bi-Weekly Inspections <br /> The AESC shall perform biweekly inspections of the Scale house, the Transfer Building, and the <br /> Employee/Maintenance Facility for unsafe conditions. The biweekly inspections include the <br /> following: <br /> • Are exit doors marked? <br /> • Are doors free of obstruction so they will open freely in an emergency? <br /> • Are all fire extinguishers full, mounted, and readily accessible? <br /> • Are First Aid Kits stocked and accessible? <br /> • Are utility shut-offs accessible and unobstructed? <br /> • Are the eye wash facilities working properly and unobstructed? <br /> • Are walkways clear of obstruction? <br /> • Are the lunchrooms free of toxic materials or other health hazards? <br /> • Are there any spills that may be a hazard when walking? <br /> • Are ladders in safe condition, and are ladder steps free of grease and oil? <br /> • Are the step boxes stable? <br /> • Are employees instructed to use safety devices? <br /> See Figures 2 and 3 for the location of fire extinguishers, First Aid Kits, utility shut-offs and eye- <br /> wash stations/showers. <br /> Safety Procedures <br /> Employees will wear the following safety equipment, as appropriate for the work tasks: <br /> • Safety glasses, shields, or goggles when grinding metal or striking metal with a <br /> hammer. <br /> • Welding goggles or welding hood when welding or cutting or cutting metal. <br /> • Gloves when working with sharpedge or cumbersome material. <br /> • Face mask when working in a dusty environment, when under vehicles with falling dirt <br /> particles, or when spray painting. <br /> In addition, employees will put safety stands under vehicles held up by hydraulic floor jacks. <br /> Training <br /> The AESC shall review the WEP with all new employees soon after the start of their <br /> employment. <br /> The AESC shall review the WEP with all employees once a year. Suggestions for improving the <br /> WEP shall be taken from the employees. The WEP shall be updated to reflect changes <br /> 5 <br /> Lovelace Transfer Station Solid Waste Division <br /> Worksite Emergency Plan Public Works Department <br /> January 2020 San Joaquin County <br />