Permit application Part III, health Jan 2006

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document

Regulatory Submittal Part III — Health & Safety Plan Fiterman Hall— 30 West Broadway, New York, New York Airtek Project 05-0867 — January 10, 2006

Before field activities begin, the CSO will conduct a Site reconnaissance to identify any real or potential hazards created from Site activities. Physical hazards associated with damage to the building resulting from the collapse of the WTC and hazards inherent to construction activities and power-operated equipment may exist ( e.g., excessive heat or cold; excessive noise; inclement, weather; manual lifting/handling of heavy objects; heavy equipment operation; poor housekeeping; rough terrain; compromised structural integrity; traffic; cranes, hoists and other lifting equipment;, aerial lifts and manlifts; working at elevation; use of scaffolding; hazardous materials use; potential utility and electrical sources; use of hand and power tools; slips and falls; etc.).

4.2.1 Heat Stress

Field activities in hot weather create a potential for heat stress. The warning symptoms of heat stress include fatigue; loss of strength; reduced accuracy, comprehension and retention; and reduced alertness and mental capacity. To prevent heat stress, personnel shall receive adequate water supplies and electrolyte replacement fluids, and maintain scheduled work/rest periods.

The Field Team Leader or designee shall continuously visually monitor personnel to note for signs of heat stress. In addition, field personnel will be instructed to observe for symptoms of heat stress and methods on how to control it. One or more of the following control measures can be used to help control heat stress.

Provision of adequate liquids to replace lost body fluids. Employees must replace body fluids lost from sweating. Employees must be encouraged to drink more than the amount required to satisfy thirst, 12 to 16 ounces every half-hour is recommended. Thirst satisfaction is not an accurate indicator of adequate salt and fluid replacement. Replacement fluids can be commercial mixes such as Gatorade.

Establishment of a work regimen that will provide adequate rest periods for cooling down. This may require additional shifts of workers.

Breaks should be taken in a cool and shaded rest area (77 degrees is best).

Employees shall remove impermeable protective garments during rest periods.

Employees shall not be assigned other tasks during rest periods.

All employees shall be informed of the importance of adequate rest, acclimation, and proper diet in the prevention of heat stress.

4.2.2 Cold Stress

Persons working outdoors in temperatures of 40 degrees and below may suffer from cold exposure. During prolonged outdoor periods with inadequate clothing, effects of cold exposure may even occur at temperatures well above freezing. Cold exposure may cause severe injury by freezing exposed body surfaces (frostbite) or result in profound generalized

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