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Kennedy/Jenks Consultants <br /> 4. All moves must be well communicated and coordinated with other employees at the job <br /> site. Emergency signals to stop movements may be given by anyone. <br /> 5. Seat belt use is required when operating machines so equipped and when driving or <br /> riding in vehicles. This requirement applies whether the vehicle or machine is on or off <br /> the rail. <br /> 5.3 Train Movements <br /> The site is located within, or adjacent to, an active railyard. Personnel must exercise extreme <br /> caution when working near railroad tracks. Personnel will not work within 25 feet from the <br /> centerline of any track without a flagman present or an authorization from Union Pacific <br /> personnel. <br /> 5.4 Potential Physical Hazards <br /> 5.4.1 Heavy Equipment <br /> Field personnel should be cognizant of potential physical hazards associated with use of heavy <br /> equipment and electrical equipment during field operations. Appropriate precautions include the <br /> following: <br /> • ANSI-approved hardhats, safety glasses with affixed side shields or goggles, and steel- <br /> toe boots will be worn. <br /> • Loose clothing that may catch in moving parts will not be worn. <br /> • Orange safety vests with reflective stripes will be worn. <br /> • Hearing protection will be worn if a preliminary noise survey or past experience indicates <br /> that maximum noise levels will exceed 85 decibels at any time during site operations. <br /> Prior to conducting drilling or excavation activities, a survey shall be conducted to identify <br /> overhead electrical hazards and potential ground hazards, such as hazardous agents in the soil <br /> or underground utilities. <br /> 5.4.2 Tripping and Falling Hazards <br /> Caution must be exercised while working at the site. Railroad tracks and associated equipment <br /> which, due to their low-lying construction, present numerous tripping hazards. <br /> 5.4.3 Heat Stress <br /> Adverse climate conditions, primarily heat, are important considerations in planning and <br /> conducting site operations. Maximum daytime temperature may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit <br /> at the site and heat stress is an associated concern. Preventative measures should include the <br /> following: <br /> Site Health and Safety Plan Page 8 <br /> Former Tracy Railyard, Tracy, California <br /> gtis-group\adn in4ob10510565777.03_LipMO94eportskwork plaMi finaRappencfices4pc_hasplappc_tex1.doc <br />