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OHM RemediationServices Corp. HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN12. Excavations and Trenching - Excavations and trenching present a special risk toworkers due to the hazard of trench wall collapse. If OHM personnel must enterexcavations five feet or greater in depth, the sides of the excavation will be sloped l-l/2:1 (horizontal:verticaI) or shored in accordance with 29 CPR 1926.650 through652.All surface encumbrances will be located and those that may create a hazard andremove or support. All underground installations, utilities, sewer, telephone, fuel,electric, and water lines will be located and marked prior to opening excavation.Structural ramps for equipment or personnel must be designed by a qualifiedindividual. Employees will not be permitted underneath loads handled by liftingequipment.A warning system such as barricades, hand or mechanical signals, or stop logs shallbe used to warn mobile equipment operators does not have a clear view of theexcavation’s edge. Excavations which have a potential for hazardous atmospheremust be tested before entry. Excavations which have hazardous atmospheres musthave emergency rescue equipment present before entry. Precautions will be taken toprotect employees from water accumulation. Support systems will be provided forbuildings, walls, or other structures when their stability is affected by the excavation.All materials must be kept two feet from the excavation’s edge to protect employeesfrom falling objects. Daily inspection of the excavation by a qualified individual shahbe conducted. The excavation soil type will be determined and employee protectionsystems will be used. The OHM excavation permit will be completed by the OHMcompetent person when employee exposure can reasonably be anticipated. This isrequired to document compliance with 29 CPR 1926 Subpart P - Excavations. Theexcavation permit is required to document inspections by the competent person daily,before work, and as needed throughout the shift13. Pumninz Eauinment - Various types of pumps may be used for the removal ofmaterials from ditches, ponds, lagoons, etc. The handling of pressurized hoses thatcould rupture and violently release liquid materials to the work area will be controlledby inspecting all hose fittings for secure connections [all OPW (camlock) and fittingsmust be secured with the wire]. All employees must wear splash gear includingsplash shields when moving or disconnecting pumps and hoses.14. Drum Handlinp and Opening - No unknown drums are anticipated.15. Head and Back Iniuries - As minimum requirements, hard hats and safety glasseswill be donned prior to performing any site activities. This requirement will preventOHM Projea 16487SSHSPInformation herein is proprictq and confidentialHcaltb and Safuy Planand to be used or rslcascd to others only with explicit writlc9 permission of OHMJuly 1995RancdiationSewices Corp.3-7