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notified by the blast of an air horn. All employees will report to the pre -designated assembly area, which is upwind and in a secure location. 7.5.2 Equipment Operation Individuals who have received documented training in the safe operation of such equipment shall only operate the use of industrial trucks, forklifts and all mechanical equipment. 7.5.3 Falling and Tripping The work area may become cluttered with equipment and debris as workers attempt to accomplish several of the work tasks concurrently. Plastic sheeting, used for ground cover, may be slippery when it becomes wet. There may also be pre-existing trip hazards depending on the nature of the site. These situations can result in workers falling or tripping and subsequently injuring themselves. To reduce this risk, the SSO will report trip hazards to the supervisor, and have them immediately taken care of. Climbing upon elevated work surfaces or upon equipment or machinery is not permitted without fall -protective equipment or other safeguards, which are approved by the SSO. 7.5.4 Heat Stress Due to the climate, heat stress could be of some concern. Water and other fluids will be available outside the decontamination areas so that site personnel can conveniently consume fluids. Heat stress can result when protective clothing decreases natural body ventilation. If temperatures on-site exceed 70 F (21 C) while protective coveralls are being wom, then heat stress monitoring will be employed as recommended in NIOSH Publication No. 85-115. Monitoring includes watching the workers for visible signs of heat stress and taking the heart rate of workers who are suspect of being adversely affected by heat stress. Heart Rate: Count radial pulse during a 30 -second period immediately following the end of a work period. If pulse rate exceeds 140 beats per minute at the end of the rest period, shorten the next work cycle by 1/3 or lengthen the rest period by 1/3. If the heart rate still exceeds 140 beats per minute at the end of the next work cycle, shorten the following work cycle by 1/3 or lengthen the rest period by 1/3. The symptoms of heat stress and heat exhaustion are covered during the site training sessions and all site staff will be knowledgeable of what to watch for in themselves and coworkers. The symptoms of early stages of heat stress and heat exhaustion include: Heat Exhaustion: Sweating Pale moist skin ♦ Complaints of dizziness Pain or muscle spasms FPa Heat Stress: Red, hot, dry skin Reduced perspiration Nausea Strong, rapid pulse