ARCHIVED REPORTS_SITE INVESTIGATION 2003 FINAL RPT

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• Avoid contaminating the interior of vehicles. Whenever possible, do not enter the vehicle with contaminated boots or clothing. • Remember to use all personal protective equipment according to manufacturer's i instructions. • Observe site conditions and wind direction. Note traffic patterns, work areas, unusual activities. ■ Keep vehicles away and upwind of all hazards including: traffic, dust, active areas, landfill gas collection, venting or flame -off areas, etc. Personal Hygiene • Always practice good personal hygiene. • Avoid hand or body contact with waste materials or any dirty or contaminated surfaces. • Application of makeup is prohibited at the work area. ■ Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth with or without gloved hands. Hands and face should be washed with a disinfectant soap, immediately after leaving the work site. Always wash up thoroughly before leaving the site or as soon as possible thereafter. • Be sure to containerize all contaminated materials in a plastic bag until you can properly . dispose of them. • Disposable gloves may not be reused. ■ Always carry boots in plastic bags separately from other personal clothing. ■ Water from sealed containers or coolers may be consumed if done carefully and away from contaminant sources. If possible, remove all personal protection equipment before entering any office to get drinking water. • Eating and smoking are prohibited while on a solid waste facility, except in designated areas. ■ Wash hands before eating or using the restroom. Partial or complete personal decontamination may be required to prevent transfer of contaminants to yourself or facilities. • Always double check to insure that no uncontrolled contaminants leave the site with you. • Whenever possible dispose of all collected waste materials you may have generated contaminated or not. Santa Fe Road Disposal Site — Health & Safety Plan 24 October 2002