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� s s <br /> • One standby person will provide guidance to the <br /> equipment operator using either two-way radios or <br /> universal hand signals . <br /> • Perimeter barricades and yellow warning tape will be <br /> placed around equipment used in a fixed location. <br /> • Audio and/or visual backup alarms will be utilized on <br /> all heavy equipment on-site. <br /> ' Walking and working in the immediate vicinity of <br /> operating equipment without the operator' s knowledge <br /> will be prohibited. <br /> ' If the object may be of questionable weight, <br /> assistance in lifting from a second person should be <br /> sought. <br /> • Use chains, hoists, straps, and any other equipment to <br /> safely aid in moving heavy materials . A minimum of a <br /> ' four-point suspension will be used to move these <br /> items . <br /> ' The path for transporting materials will be checked <br /> for slip, trip and fall hazards prior to initiating <br /> transport tasks . <br /> t Proper personal lifting techniques should be <br /> emphasized. Supervisors shall demonstrate the use of <br /> the legs rather than the back for lifting during in <br /> ' the Tailgate Safety Meeting. <br /> ' Excavation Safety <br /> Hazard Assessment <br /> At the beginning of the project, at the beginning of each work <br /> shift, or as often as necessary to ensure safety, a competent <br /> ' person shall conduct an area survey to locate potential hazards <br /> and determine appropriate safety control measures . <br /> ' Excavation Safety Procedures <br /> If excavation of contaminated soil to a depth greater than five <br /> feet occurs and entry by workers is needed, then safety <br /> ' precautions must be adhered to as specified in OSHA regulations <br /> 29 CFR 1926. 650 . Remote sampling and/or excavation equipment <br /> should be used where possible. <br /> A-26 <br /> ' MA:ENG:9262-AppA/091291 <br />