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HAZARD MITIGATORS - DRUM AND CONTAINER HANDLING <br /> Applies to Task: a(D (2) ❑ OO ❑ ® ❑ O ❑ © ❑ (2) ❑ <br /> • Only trained personnel should open drums containing unknown materials. <br /> • Bulging drums or containers are an indication of pressure build-up. Open all drums or <br /> bungs extremely slowly to determine the presence of vapors or pressure inside the drum. <br /> If the possibility of fire or explosion exists, a protective shield should be used and/or <br /> remote opening devices. Employees not directly involved with opening a container shall <br /> be kept a safe distance away. <br /> • Use only drums and containers that meet the appropriate DOT, OSHA, and EPA <br /> regulations. <br /> • Utilize drum/container handling equipment whenever possible. The equipment should <br /> have a sufficiently rated load capacity and should be able to operate smoothly on the <br /> available surface. <br /> • Label and identify drums and containers when moved to the staging areas to safely <br /> identify and classify their contents. Segregate incompatible drums. <br /> • Inspect the integrity of the drum container before moving. Any drum or container lacking <br /> integrity shall be placed within an over pack container. <br /> • Staging areas require adequate escape routes. Staging area should provide secondary <br /> containment for all moved drums. <br /> • Employees must be warned of the potential hazards associated with the contents of <br /> containers or drums prior to moving said containers or drums. <br /> • Organize site operation to minimize the amount of drum or container movement. Have a <br /> clear view of the available pathway when moving drums. If needed, an additional person <br /> should be available to provide guidance. <br /> • Never stand on drums or containers. <br /> • Use non-sparking tools and appropriate grounding and bonding equipment. <br /> Drum Handling-HazMit.doc Page 1 of 2 8/3/2007 <br />