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• LFR, Inc. <br /> Only trained and properly equipped personnel may conduct permit-required confined <br /> space operations. <br /> 6.11 Biological Hazards <br /> Biological hazards that may be encountered at the Site include possible exposure to: <br /> Fur-bearing animals. Animals may potentially carry the rabies virus or ticks that <br /> may transmit Lyme disease to humans. Avoid contact. Do not attempt to feed or <br /> touch. <br /> Poisonous reptiles. Primarily snakes (rattlesnake, water moccasin, copperhead). <br /> Avoid contact and areas that may harbor snake populations including high grass, <br /> shrubs, and crevices. <br /> • Poisonous insects. Common examples include bees and wasps. Avoid contact with <br /> insects and their hives. <br /> • Spiders. The black widow and brown recluse spiders are the most venomous. <br /> Avoid contact with spiders and areas where they may hide. <br /> Poisonous plants. Common examples include poison ivy and poison oak. Avoid <br /> contact. Long-sleeved shirts and pants will allow some protection against <br /> inadvertent contact. <br /> If any biological hazards are identified at the Site, workers in the area will immediately <br /> notify the SSO and other site personnel. <br /> 6.12 Elevated Work Platforms <br /> When working at heights that expose employees to falls greater than 6 feet, especially <br /> on sloping roofs and elevated platforms, the requirements of 8 CCR 1670 shall be <br /> observed. In such instances, a safety harness shall be worn and the lanyard secured at a <br /> level not lower than the employee's waist, limiting the fall distance to a maximum of 4 <br /> feet. <br /> Elevated work platforms shall be constructed, used, and maintained in accordance with <br /> Articles 21 and 22 of the Cal/OSHA Construction Safety Orders. Scaffolds and <br /> hoisting lines shall be inspected daily by a competent person to verify the integrity of <br /> the components. If a material is determined to be defective, it may not be used for any <br /> purpose and will be replaced immediately. <br /> 6.13 Fire/Explosion <br /> Site workers should have an increased awareness concerning fire and explosion hazards <br /> whenever working with or near flammable materials, especially when performing any <br /> activity that may generate sparks, flame, or other source of ignition. Intrinsically safe <br /> KMEP-Stockton-HASM.doc:LFR Page 13 <br />