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1 <br /> Health and Safety Plan 7 <br /> Sears,51 10 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, California October 22, 1999 <br /> Table 2 Potential Hazards and Control (continued) <br /> F' Potential Hazard Control <br /> Heat Stress 1 Increase water intake while working <br /> 2 Increase number of rest breaks and/or rotate workers in shorter <br /> work shifts <br /> 3 Watch for signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and fatigue <br /> 4 Plan work for early morning or evening during hot months <br /> 5 Use ice vests when necessary <br /> 6 Rest in cool, dry areas <br /> 7 In the event of heat stroke, bring the victim to a cool environment <br /> ' and initiate first aid procedures <br /> Cold Stress 1 Take breaks in heated shelters when working in extremely cold <br /> ' temperatures <br /> 2 Remove the outer layer of clothing and loosen other layers to <br /> promote evaporation of perspiration, upon entering the shelter <br /> 3 Drink warm liquids to reduce the susceptibility to cold stress <br /> ' High Crime 1 Be aware of surroundings <br /> Areas 2 Use the buddy system <br /> 3 Request police detail when appropriate <br /> Insects 1 Tuck pants into socks <br /> 2 Wear long sleeves <br /> ' 3 Use insect repellent <br /> Poisonous Plants 1 Don't enter areas infested with poisonous plants <br /> (Such as Poison 2 Immediately wash any areas that come into contact with <br /> ' Ivy, Oak or poisonous plants <br /> Sumac) <br /> Ladders 1 Make sure ladder rungs are sturdy and free of cracks <br /> ' 2 Use ladders with secure safety feet <br /> 3 Pitch ladders at a 4 1 ratio <br /> 4 Secure ladders at the top when possible <br /> ' 5 Do not use ladders for access to air stripper towers <br /> 6 Use non-conductive ladders near electrical wires <br /> 1 <br />