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All personnel within the Exclusion and Contamination Reduction Zones shall use <br /> the Buddy System, maintaining communications and visual contact at all times; <br /> A fire extinguisher shall be available within 50 feet of the work area during all <br /> operations. A first-aid kit suitable for hazardous waste sites will be located in the <br /> ' support zone; <br /> Contaminated personal protective equipment will not be removed from the site <br /> ' until properly cleaned, packaged, and labeled; <br /> All personnel entering the Exclusion zone wear the proper personal protective <br /> equipment as designated in the Project Health and Safety Plan. Such individuals <br /> shall be trained in the proper use and maintenance, and have been deemed <br /> ' physically fit by a licensed medical physician, to wear such equipment. All <br /> equipment shall be inspected prior to donning. For Level C and higher protection, <br /> gloves and boots shall be taped to protective clothing to ensure complete closure; <br /> ' If unanticipated hazardous materials are observed, suspected, or personnel exhibit <br /> symptoms of distress, the Health and Safety Officer shall conduct an investigation <br /> to identify the material. Work may be halted and samples collected at the <br /> ' discretion of the Health and Safety Officer; <br /> The Project Manager, Health and Safety Officer, project personnel, and <br /> subcontractors shall periodically observe personnel for symptoms of distress. <br /> Symptoms of distress shall include the following: <br /> 11 <br /> ° Changes in speech patterns; <br /> ° Nervousness or excitability; <br /> ° Changes in complexion, skin discoloration; <br /> Changes in disposition or demeanor; <br /> ' Signs of incoordination; <br /> Excessive salivation or pupillary response. <br /> ' All personnel are required to contact their supervisor, Project Manager, or Health <br /> and Safety Officer if they experience any ill effects, such as: <br /> ' Headache; <br /> ° Dizziness; <br /> ° Blurred Vision; <br /> ' Heat Stress; <br /> Irritation to eyes, mucous membranes, respiratory tract, or skin. <br /> 1 <br /> CA95DE-029 <br /> American Geological Services, Inc. <br /> 11 <br />