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JUL 26 193 03:37PM TR ALUM (707) 762-3614 % P,6 <br /> 3.0 PROCEDURES TO MITIGATE HAZARDS <br /> This section describes the procedures to be followed to mitigate the operational hazards that <br /> may be encountered at the site. These include mechanical, electrical, chemical, acoustical, <br /> biological, and temperature hazards. <br /> 3.1 Mechanical Hazards <br /> The following procedures shall be followed on all tasks to reduce mechanical hazard risks: <br /> 1. Stay clear of drilling tools during drilling. <br /> 2. Stay clear of any low overhead objects or machines when working at the <br /> facility. <br /> 3. Equipment maintenance schedules are the responsibility of each <br /> individual contractor. Equipment is checked daily. Equipment deemed unsafe by <br /> employees or contractors will be shut down until repairs are made. <br /> 4. Use personal protective equipment as specified in Section 4.0. <br /> 3.2 Electrical Hazards <br /> the following procedures shall be followed to reduce electrical hazard risks: <br /> 1. Locate and mark buried utilities before drilling by examining site plans or <br /> using appropriate locating equipment_ <br /> 2. If the work area is unavoidably close to buned or overhead powertines, <br /> ensure that the power is turned off, with the circuit breaker locked and tagged. <br /> S. Property ground all electrical equipment. <br /> 4. Avoid standing in water when operating electrical equipment. <br /> 5. If equipment must be connected by splicing wires, first de-energize, lock- <br /> out, and tag equipment, then make sure all connections are taped. <br /> 6. Be familiar with speck operating instructions for each piece of <br /> equipment. <br /> 7W <br />