U.S. Navy Ship Salvage Manual Volume 6 - Oil Spill Response

S0300-A6-MAN-060• Hazardous substances and health hazards involved or expected at the site and theirchemical and physical properties• Pathways for hazardous substance dispersion• Present status and capabilities of emergency response teams that would provide assistanceto the siteG-2.3.3 Monitoring. Air monitoring shall be conducted when site information is not sufficient toreasonably eliminate the possible presence of combustible gases and airborne toxins or irritants indangerous concentrations.G-2.3.4 Employee Notification. Any information concerning the chemical, physical or toxicologicalproperties of substance known or suspected to be at the site that is known to the employerand relevant to employee duties shall be made available to employees before they start work at thesite.G-2.3.5 Site Control. Appropriate site control measures shall be implemented to controlemployee exposure to hazardous substances and conditions. Elements of a site control programinclude a site map, use of a “buddy” system in high hazard areas, effective site communications,standard operating procedures for safe work practices and identification of the nearest medicalassistance.G-2.4 Safety and Health Training. All employees working on site (such as, but not limited togeneral laborers, equipment operators, drivers) who may be exposed to hazardous substances orhealth or safety hazards and their supervisors shall be trained to recognize and deal with site hazardsbefore they are permitted to engage in or supervise hazardous waste operations. In addition tosafety and health training, employees shall be trained and qualified to the level required by theirjob function and responsibility before participating in or supervising field activities. Trainingshall thoroughly cover the following topics:• Names of personnel and alternates responsible for site safety and health• Safety, health and other hazards on site• Use of personal protective equipment• Work practices by which employees can minimize risks from hazards• Safe use of engineering controls and equipment at the site• Medical surveillance requirements, including recognition of symptoms and signswhich might indicate overexposure to hazardsG-4