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Arcadis Heat Illness Prevention Plan (HIPP) <br /> HASP Supplement <br /> Procedures for High Heat Conditions and Heat Waves <br /> These procedures are additional preventative measures to be implemented when <br /> the temperature is > 95° F (35° C). The SSO or designee is responsible for <br /> ensuring effective observation and monitoring of employees during periods of high <br /> heat by implementing one or more of the following procedures: <br /> 1. SSO or designee will supervise 20 or fewer employees. <br /> 2. The "Buddy System" is mandatory. Conduct routine checks for early signs of <br /> Heat Illness. Set and verify routine consumption of water & sports drinks in a 3:1 <br /> 3. Maintain regular communication between Project Manager or SSO / designee <br /> and field staff (e.g. via mobile phone, radio or another effective means) for <br /> observation of early signs of heat illness. <br /> 4. Designate one or more employees as authorized to contact emergency medical <br /> services and communicating that if no designate is identified and the SSO is <br /> unavailable that any employee can call for emergency medical assistance. <br /> 5. Modify work schedule to avoid hottest parts of the day (e.g. start work earlier in <br /> the AM, stop work for the hottest hours of the day, conduct work during the <br /> Additionally, tailgate Safety Meetings will include a review the high heat <br /> procedures, encourage employees to drink plenty of water, and remind employees <br /> of the importance to take a preventative or recovery cool-down rest when <br /> necessary. <br /> Employees will be observed for alertness and signs and symptoms of heat illness <br /> at regular intervals to be documented in the field book or field log. <br /> The "Buddy System" must be implemented. Particular attention needs to be paid to <br /> new employees or employees who have yet to acclimate to high heat conditions. <br /> Additionally, frequent communication will be maintained with employees working by <br /> themselves (via cell phone or two-way radio), to evaluate early warning signs and <br /> symptoms of heat illness. <br /> When the SSO is not available, an alternate responsible person must be assigned <br /> to look for signs and symptoms of heat illness. Such a designated observer will be <br /> trained and know what steps to take if heat illness occurs. <br /> Rev 8 13 June 2019 <br />