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c. <br />I. Noise Hazards <br />Employees may not be exposed to noise greater than the levels established by Cal/OSHA <br />(90 dBA TWA for an 8 hour day). If levels are higher than this, engineering, administrative, or <br />work practice controls are required. When the noise levels cannot be controlled through these <br />methods hearing protection will be provided. The SHSO will monitor employee noise exposure <br />and take appropriate action. Hearing protection will be provided. <br />J. Biological Hazards <br />The following table summarizes the potential biological hazards: <br />Santa Fe Road Disposal Site — Health & Safety Plan 21 October 2002 <br />Hazard <br />Avoidance <br />Animal <br />and insect bites or stings: <br />Animal and insect bites and stings can cause localized <br />swelling, itching, and minor pain that can be handled <br />➢ <br />Bees <br />by first aid treatment. In sensitive individuals, <br />➢ <br />Wasps <br />however, effects can be more serious such as <br />➢ <br />Ticks <br />anaphylactic shock that can lead to severe reactions in <br />➢ <br />Snakes <br />the circulatory, respiratory, and central nervous <br />➢ <br />Spiders <br />system, and in some cases, even death. Do not attempt <br />to capture any wild or semi -wild animals such as cats, <br />rats or snakes due to the possibility of a bite or <br />parasitic infestation. <br />Poison <br />Oak <br />Three leaflet plant whose sap and crushed leaves <br />contain a chemical, which if absorbed into the skin <br />cause an allergic reaction. Recognize and avoid the <br />plant. If exposed, wash the affected area as quickly as <br />possible with so a and cold water. <br />Santa Fe Road Disposal Site — Health & Safety Plan 21 October 2002 <br />