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i <br /> Mechanical Hazards <br /> i I <br /> Physical hazards that may be encountered during drilling operations include being <br /> hit by equipment, becoming trapped or crushed in the drilling rams, and falling objects All <br /> personnel will be aware of the mechanical hazards present in their work area and take proper <br /> safety precautions <br /> Lifting Hazards <br /> Field team members may be exposed to injury caused by lifting heavy objects due <br /> to the fact that drilling operations involve manual movement of heavy drilling casings, auger <br /> flights, and various other pieces of equipment All field team members are trained in the proper <br /> method used to lift heavy equipment and cautioned against lifting objects that are too heavy for <br /> one person All drums will be staged using an approved drum dolly or other appropriate <br /> equipment Proper care will be taken in the use of this equipment <br /> Slips, Trips, and Falls <br /> The most common hazard that will be encountered will be slips, trips, and falls <br /> Use common sense to avoid these hazards Avoid slippery surfaces, do not hurry, and maintain <br /> good housekeeping When working on slippery surfaces, plan tasks to decrease the risk of <br /> slipping <br /> Electrical Hazards <br /> ti <br /> Drill ngs must not be raised within 50 feet of overhead power lines When using <br /> extension cords, ensure that they are in good condition Never use extension cords in wet areas <br /> without plugging the extension cord into a ground fault interrupter (GFI) GFIs will sense a short <br /> . to ground and cut power The drill rig supervisor will monitor local weather conditions If the <br /> potential for lightening develops, drilling will cease and the mast will be lowered <br /> I <br /> 4-6 <br /> I <br />