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Work activities which place employees in direct contact with LFG will most likely <br /> require the use of respiratory protection equipment. This is often advisable as a <br /> precautionary measure, even if regulatory action levels have not been exceeded. Such <br /> a policy demonstrates prudence by limiting exposure. The law requires that when <br /> working with carcinogens all possible exposure must be limited to the maximum <br /> extent feasible. <br /> Where appropriate, Federal OSHA and other regulations have been cited to assist the <br /> reader in locating specific information on standards and requirements. More stringent <br /> local standards have been cited as examples where Federal OSHA guidance is lacking. <br /> B. PLANNING <br /> Employees are required to comply with safety rules and regulations applicable to their <br /> activities and conduct. Personnel must be physically able and mentally willing to <br /> comply with safety requirements. Managers should organize and plan for both the <br /> most likely and least likely contingencies. Planning should include the following: <br /> 1 . Designate responsibility outlined as follows: <br /> a. Principal in charge. (Engineering company principal, Public Works Director, <br /> etc.) <br /> b. Technical/Project Director. (Project Principal/Associate/Director, etc.) <br /> c. Safety Officer/Manager (office). (Project Manager/Company Safety Manager, <br /> Landfill Operations Manager, etc_) <br /> d. Site Safety Coordinator (field). (Project Engineer, LF Operations Supervisor, <br /> etc.) <br /> 2. Physical health examination reports, certified by a qualified occupational health <br /> physician, should state that the worker is fit to wear the personal protective <br /> equipment required. <br /> 3. Identify the nearest hospital and emergency notification phone numbers. <br /> 4. Prepare admissions information before time of need for each employee, as <br /> appropriate. <br /> The following admissions information is often required.- <br /> a. Name, address, telephone. <br /> 1:2 <br />