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THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE INSTALLATION RESTORATION PROGRAM

SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH PLAN for

SS67 and WP45/SS57 EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, ALASKA

Prepared for: Air Force Civil Engineer Center

Contract No. W911KB-11-D-0005

Final

November 2012

THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE INSTALLATION RESTORATION PROGRAM

SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH PLAN for

SS67 and WP45/SS57 EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, ALASKA

Prepared for: Air Force Civil Engineer Center

Contract No. W911KB-11-D-0005

Final November 2012

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS ...................................................................................v

1.0 INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE .......................................................................... 1-1

1.1 PROJECT PURPOSE AND SCOPE .............................................................. 1-2

1.2 SAFETY AND HEALTH POLICY STATEMENT....................................... 1-3

2.0 ORIENTATION AND TRAINING............................................................................ 2-1

2.1 BASIC OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION TRAINING ..................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1.1 First-Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training..................... 2-1

2.1.2 Bloodborne Pathogen Training ........................................................... 2-1

2.2 SITE-SPECIFIC HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING............................... 2-2

2.2.1 Hearing Protection Training................................................................ 2-2

2.2.2 Respiratory Protection Training.......................................................... 2-2

2.2.3 Personal Protective Equipment ........................................................... 2-2

2.2.4 Hazard Communication ...................................................................... 2-3

2.3 DAILY SAFETY MEETINGS....................................................................... 2-3

2.4 VISITOR TRAINING..................................................................................... 2-3

2.4.1 General Requirements......................................................................... 2-3

2.4.2 Training Requirements........................................................................ 2-4

2.4.3 Additional Visitor Requirements ........................................................ 2-4

2.5 SITE SANITATION ....................................................................................... 2-4

2.6 DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS........................................................................... 2-4

2.7 SPECIAL MEDICAL TRAINING................................................................. 2-5

2.8 SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING ..................................................................... 2-5

3.0 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM .............................................................. 3-1

3.1 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE ....................................................................... 3-1

3.2 EMPLOYEE CONSULTATIONS ................................................................. 3-1

3.3 SUBCONTRACTOR PERSONNEL.............................................................. 3-2

4.0 SS67 AND WP45/SS57 GENERAL PROJECT TASKS........................................... 4-1

4.1 PLANNED FIELD ACTIVITIES................................................................... 4-1

4.1.1 MULTI INCREMENT® and Surface-Water Sampling ........................ 4-1

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4.1.2 Soil Borings .........................................................................................4-2

4.1.3 Monitoring Well Installation................................................................4-2

4.1.4 Soil Vapor Sampling............................................................................4-2

4.2 SS67 AND WP45/SS57 HAZARD ELEMENTS ...........................................4-2

4.2.1 Wildlife ................................................................................................4-3

4.2.2 Uneven Terrain and Ice........................................................................4-3

4.2.3 Weather Conditions .............................................................................4-4

4.2.4 Chemical Hazards ................................................................................4-4

4.2.5 Utility Lines .........................................................................................4-5

4.2.6 Lifting and Moving ..............................................................................4-5

4.2.7 Heavy Equipment.................................................................................4-5

4.2.8 Traffic ..................................................................................................4-6

4.2.9 Fire and Hot Work ...............................................................................4-6

4.2.10 Garrison Slough and Other Water Bodies ...........................................4-6

4.2.11 Debris...................................................................................................4-7

4.2.12 Earthquakes..........................................................................................4-7

4.2.13 Noise Protection...................................................................................4-7

4.2.14 Cold and Heat Stress............................................................................4-8

4.2.15 Darkness During Winter Work ............................................................4-8

4.2.16 Hand and Power Tools.........................................................................4-9

4.2.17 Wet Feet ...............................................................................................4-9

4.2.18 Bloodborne Pathogens .........................................................................4-9

5.0 PROJECT ORGANIZATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES .......................................5-1

5.1 SITE MANAGER HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT RESPONSIBILITIES ......................................................................................5-1

5.2 SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES.................5-2

5.3 EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES (JACOBS AND SUBCONTRACTOR) 5-3

5.4 SUBCONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES...................................................5-4

5.5 VISITOR RESPONSIBILITIES......................................................................5-5

6.0 SAFE PLANS OF ACTION........................................................................................6-1


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7.0 HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURES AND STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................................................................... 7-1

8.0 AIR MONITORING PLAN........................................................................................ 8-1

9.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT .............................................................. 9-1

9.1 HEARING PROTECTION............................................................................. 9-1

9.2 EYE PROTECTION ....................................................................................... 9-2

9.3 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING........................................................................... 9-2

9.4 LEVELS OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ............................ 9-3

9.4.1 Modified Level D................................................................................ 9-3

9.4.2 Level C................................................................................................ 9-3

10.0 SITE CONTROL ...................................................................................................... 10-1

10.1 SITE CONTROL PROCEDURES ............................................................... 10-1

10.2 WORK ZONES............................................................................................. 10-1

10.3 BUDDY SYSTEM........................................................................................ 10-1

10.4 COMMUNICATIONS.................................................................................. 10-2

10.5 SITE SAFETY AND SECURITY................................................................ 10-2

10.6 EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLE DECONTAMINATION............................ 10-2

10.7 PERSONNEL DECONTAMINATION ....................................................... 10-3

10.8 WASTE HANDLING AND DISPOSAL ..................................................... 10-3

11.0 INSPECTIONS ......................................................................................................... 11-1

11.1 SITE INSPECTIONS / SAFETY EVALUATION ...................................... 11-1

11.2 EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS ..................................................................... 11-1

11.2.1 Vehicle Inspections ........................................................................... 11-1

11.2.2 Daily/Shift Inspections and Tests...................................................... 11-2

11.3 SAFETY OBSERVATION REPORTS........................................................ 11-2

11.4 SAFE PLAN OF ACTION ASSESSMENT................................................. 11-3

12.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES............................................................................... 12-1

12.1 HOSPITAL ROUTE ..................................................................................... 12-1

12.2 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION.......................................................... 12-1

12.3 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT ................................................. 12-2


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12.4 INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT REPORTING ..............................................12-2

12.5 EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS .......................................12-3

12.6 EARTHQUAKE ............................................................................................12-3

12.7 EVACUATION .............................................................................................12-4

12.8 SPILL OR RELEASE PROCEDURES.........................................................12-4

13.0 REFERENCES ..........................................................................................................13-1

TABLES

Table 5-1 Project Organization ..................................................................................5-1

Table 8-1 Air Monitoring Requirements and Action Levels for WP45/SS57 ...........8-3

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment A-1 Project-Specific Contacts and Maps

Attachment A-2 Hazard Communication Program

Attachment A-3 Hazards Associated with the Contaminants of Potential Concern

Attachment A-4 Activity Hazard Analysis

Attachment A-5 Project-Specific Forms

Attachment A-6 Health, Safety, and Environmental Procedures and Policies (on CD)

Attachment A-7 Material Safety Data Sheets

Attachment A-8 Alaska Department of Labor Physical Agent Data Sheets

Attachment A-9 Response to Comments

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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

ADEC Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation

AFB Air Force Base

AFCEC Air Force Civil Engineer Center

AHA Activity Hazard Analysis

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

COPC contaminant of potential concern

DCE cis-1,2-dichloroethylene

DRO diesel-range organics

GRO gasoline-range organics

HAZWOPER Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response

HSE Health, Safety, and Environment

HSEP Health, Safety, and Environmental Procedure

HSM Health and Safety Manager

IDW investigation-derived waste

Jacobs Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.

LNAPL light nonaqueous-phase liquid

MI MULTI INCREMENT® (a registered trademark of EnviroStat, Inc.) MIP membrane interface probe

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet

OFR Office of the Federal Register

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration

PADS Physical Agent Data Sheet

PCB polychlorinated biphenyl

PID photoionization detector

PM Project Manager

POL petroleum, oil, and lubricants

PPE personal protective equipment

ppm parts per million

SM Jacobs Site Manager

SOR Safety Observation Report

SPA Safe Plan of Action

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SSHO Site Safety and Health Officer

SSHP Site Safety and Health Plan

TBD to be determined

TCE trichloroethylene

USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

UXO unexploded ordnance

°F degrees Fahrenheit

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1.0 INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE

This Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) has been prepared by Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.

(Jacobs) for the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) for field activities related to the

SS67 and WP45/SS57 source areas at Eielson Air Force Base (AFB), Alaska. This work,

scheduled to begin in late 2012, will be performed under Contract No. W911KB-11-D-0005,

Task Order 07, administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District (USACE).

This SSHP governs the conduct of the work described in the Quality Assurance Project Plan

Remedial Investigation Source Area SS67 (Air Force Center for Engineering and the

Environment [AFCEE] 2012a) and the Quality Assurance Project Plan Supplemental

Remedial Investigation Source Areas WP45/SS57 (AFCEE 2012c) prepared by EA

Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc.

The overall purpose of this SSHP is to create a site health and safety program that effectively

identifies, evaluates, controls, and reduces health and safety hazards. This SSHP discusses

issues and procedures to be followed during mobilization, fieldwork, and demobilization. This

SSHP is written to comply with applicable sections of the Code of Federal Regulations

(CFR), Title 29, Sections 1904, 1910.120 and 1926.65; Office of the Federal Register (OFR)

Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (OFR 2005); and the U.S. Army

Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Health Requirements Manual EM 385-1-1 (USACE

2008). The Health and Safety Manager (HSM) and the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

are required to be familiar with the following information:

Applicable federal, state, and local regulations

Health, Safety, and Environmental Procedures (HSEP) developed by Jacobs (to be available onsite)

Procedures contained in the work plans for this project (AFCEE 2012b and 2012c)

Requirements found in the USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual (USACE 2008)

This SSHP will be reviewed and updated as necessary to reflect current site conditions and

operations. Modifications due to changing field conditions will require approval of

individuals identified in Section 5.0. Copies will be made available to all personnel at the job

site. Each supervisor, lead person, laborer, operator, and visitor will be held accountable and

responsible for working safely and following procedures and guidance set forth in this SSHP.

The SSHO will be responsible for the onsite implementation of this SSHP.

1.1 PROJECT PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This SSHP addresses activities to be conducted at SS67 and WP45/SS57 The scope of work

includes characterization of sediment contamination at SS67 and characterization of soil,

groundwater, and soil vapor contamination at WP45/SS57. Work will include

sediment/soil/groundwater/soil vapor sampling, advancing borings, installation of monitoring

wells, and screening with a membrane interface probe (MIP). These activities are discussed in

detail in the work plans (AFCEE 2012b and 2012c).


1.2 SAFETY AND HEALTH POLICY STATEMENT

Jacobs’ obligation is to provide a safe and secure work environment. It is our goal to take

safety to the next level … BeyondZero.® Below is the Jacobs Corporate Safety Mission

Statement.



2.0 ORIENTATION AND TRAINING

Prior to the start of activities, all personnel working on this project and any new person

visiting or conducting work on this project shall be briefed on this SSHP. Personnel shall

commit to following applicable procedures by signing the Site Project Safety and Health

Agreement Sign-Off Sheet (Attachment A-5, Exhibit 1), indicating they have been briefed

and understand the requirements contained in this SSHP.

Personnel assigned to or regularly entering the project site shall have received the training

required in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 and other Occupational Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA) regulations, as listed in this section.

2.1 BASIC OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION TRAINING

General site workers must have completed the 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and

Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training course. Onsite management personnel must

have an additional 8 hours of specialized supervisory training. Workers must have initial

training or completed refresher training (8 hours) within the past 12 months. Training will be

documented.

2.1.1 First-Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training

At least two onsite employee will be currently certified in first-aid and cardiopulmonary

resuscitation, with training equivalent to that provided by the American Red Cross.

2.1.2 Bloodborne Pathogen Training

Personnel trained in first-aid and expected to administer first-aid will receive training in

controlling exposures to bloodborne pathogens. This training will address the following

topics:

Bloodborne pathogen standards

Description of the risks of exposure and how bloodborne pathogens are transmitted

Management and employee responsibilities

Protection methods against exposure and decontamination procedures

Post-exposure procedures

Labeling and color-coding of infectious waste

2.2 SITE-SPECIFIC HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING

Site-specific health and safety training will be conducted prior to field activities at each site.

In particular, the training will stress emergency response procedures and will cover the

chemical, biological, and physical hazards of the site and site operations.

2.2.1 Hearing Protection Training

Site personnel with the potential for exposure to noise levels exceeding 85 decibels will be

provided with training that addresses the following topics:

Physical and psychological effects of high noise exposure

Noise exposure limits

Selection, use, and limitations of hearing protection devices

2.2.2 Respiratory Protection Training

In accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134, all site personnel required to use respiratory protection

devices will have received equipment-specific training. This training covers the use,

limitations, inspection, maintenance, and cleaning of respiratory protection devices required

for use under the conditions of this SSHP. Site-specific briefing/training will reinforce

knowledge as necessary.

2.2.3 Personal Protective Equipment

In accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910, Subpart I (Personal Protective Equipment [PPE]),

PPE will be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition. PPE will be

of construction, design, and material to provide employees protection against known or

anticipated hazards. PPE will be selected that properly and appropriately fits the employee.

See Section 9.0 for a discussion of PPE requirements.


2.2.4 Hazard Communication

In order to comply with 29 CFR 1910.120, Hazard Communication, the Hazard

Communication Program (Attachment A-2) has been established. Employees will be briefed

on this program and will be provided with a physical copy for review.

2.3 DAILY SAFETY MEETINGS

Each day, a safety tailgate meeting for onsite employees (Jacobs, subcontractors, and

government employees) will be conducted prior to beginning work. The safety tailgate

meeting will identify potential hazards and risks that may be encountered during that day’s

activities. Additional discussions in the use of safety equipment, emergency medical

procedures, emergency assistance notification procedures, Safety Observation Reports (SOR)

(Attachment A-5), and accident prevention will serve to ensure that the work can and will be

carried out in a safe and effective manner. The safety tailgate sign-in sheet (in Attachment

A-5) will be used to document the meeting.

2.4 VISITOR TRAINING

Site visitors are defined as persons who are not employed at the project site, who do not

routinely enter restricted work areas, or whose presence is of short duration (e.g., 1 to 2 days

at one time or one time per month). Visitors may include client personnel, Jacobs personnel,

commercial vendors, political representatives, and auditors or inspectors from local, district,

or federal agencies. Visitors shall be escorted at all times unless they meet the training

requirements set forth in Section 2.2.

2.4.1 General Requirements

The following requirements apply to visitors whose purpose is to observe site conditions or

field activities without entering the exclusion zone:

The SSHO will be notified of the nature and duration of the visit before visitors are permitted to enter the site.

The visitors’ log will be completed, including the individual’s name, date, and the name of the company or agency represented.


The site visitor will be escorted by a Jacobs representative at all times while in the area.

Visitors will comply with specific health and safety requirements, as applicable.

2.4.2 Training Requirements

Visitors will receive site-specific training to ensure that potential hazards and risks are

identified. This training will consist of a safety briefing by the SSHO that will include:

Location and description of potential hazards and risks

Required PPE

Areas of the site that are closed to visitors

The site evacuation plan and emergency procedures

Hazard communication

Other topics as deemed appropriate

2.4.3 Additional Visitor Requirements

Site visitors wishing to enter an exclusion zone during site operations will be subject to the

same medical surveillance and OSHA training requirements as assigned site personnel.

Documentation of training and medical surveillance will be presented to the SSHO prior to

entry into the exclusion zone.

2.5 SITE SANITATION

Regular housekeeping will occur regularly to provide a clean and uncluttered work

environment. Drinking water will be available onsite for consumption by field personnel.

Toilets will be either present on site or transportation to an offsite toilet facility will be

provided as the site is normally an unattended location.

2.6 DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

If an employee fails to comply with established safety rules and regulations as presented in

this SSHP, or corporate policies and procedures, the individual will be subject to the

disciplinary actions outlined in the Jacobs personnel policy manual, which may include any of

the following actions:


Verbal warning

Written warning

Suspension with or without pay

Termination of employment

The seriousness of the safety infraction and the frequency or past history of the employee’s

safety violations shall be considered in determining the appropriate disciplinary action.

2.7 SPECIAL MEDICAL TRAINING

Special medical training is not anticipated for this project. Such training will be evaluated, as

necessary, for each work assignment.

2.8 SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING

Supplemental training is not anticipated for this project. Such training will be evaluated, as

necessary or as required because of changes in site conditions.



3.0 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM

Jacobs will use the services of an occupational physician with specialized training in

occupational medicine to oversee the implementation of the medical monitoring program. The

HSM or a designee will coordinate with the occupational physician to ensure that the

necessary information is communicated concerning the operations to be performed, PPE

requirements, and medical monitoring results. Jacobs will rely on the occupational physician

to determine the medical examination and surveillance requirements.

3.1 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE

Each Jacobs employee is responsible for completing a monthly Hazardous Material Exposure

and Field Activity Report and for notifying management if an incident or exposure occurs.

Jacobs Anchorage Health and Safety Office ensures distribution of blank forms to appropriate

employees, collects completed forms, and forwards completed forms to Corporate HSE for

review and retention.

Field personnel shall participate in a medical surveillance program. Field workers will provide

the SSHO documentation (e.g., a physician’s letter) of their participation in the medical

program and evidence that they are current. Workers with medical limitations, as well as

employers of subcontract employees, are responsible for notifying the SSHO of said

limitations so work tasks will be appropriately assigned. Section 2.0 presents additional

OSHA and site-specific health and safety training requirements.

3.2 EMPLOYEE CONSULTATIONS

Each person in the medical surveillance program will receive a summary letter from the

physician reporting the results of her/his physical. This letter will confirm that an individual is

physically qualified to work on the project or will identify the reasons why the individual is

not qualified.

3.3 SUBCONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

Subcontractors are required to submit certification of training and medical clearance for all

personnel prior to mobilization.



4.0 SS67 AND WP45/SS57 GENERAL PROJECT TASKS

The SS67 and WP45/SS57 sites area located on Eielson AFB, approximately 24 miles

southeast of Fairbanks, Alaska. SS67 is a portion of Garrison Slough that flows from the

southern portion of Eielson AFB northward eventually exiting across the northern boundary

of Eielson AFB. The SS67 portion of Garrison Slough passes through the developed portion

of the base near Building 2350 and is predominantly channelized. WP45/SS57 is located in

the central, developed portion of Eielson AFB adjacent to the main taxiway and encompasses

an area of approximately 11 acres.

4.1 PLANNED FIELD ACTIVITIES

Fieldwork is anticipated to begin in November 2012. The two sites share several safety

requirements due to similar environmental and weather conditions. Workers must be familiar

with work in cold weather, the equipment to be used, and must wear appropriate PPE,

including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility safety vests, and safety-toe boots.

For site SS67, fieldwork will consist of collecting MULTI INCREMENT® (MI) sediment

samples and surface-water samples to evaluate contamination by polychlorinated biphenyls

(PCB), organochlorine pesticides, and mercury. For site WP45/SS57, fieldwork will consist

of subsurface screening, drilling to obtain soil cores and install monitoring wells, and soil,

groundwater, and soil vapor sampling to evaluate trichloroethylene (TCE), cis-1,2-DCE, and

benzene contamination.

4.1.1 MULTI INCREMENT® and Surface-Water Sampling

Planned activities include collection of 40 MI samples and 3 surface-water samples. Sampling

will involve use of survey equipment and hand tools to locate and collect sediment and soil

samples from surface and near-surface sediment.

In 1997, an item of unexploded ordnance (UXO) was identified at SS67 and removed. A

subsequent geophysical survey in 2007 did not identify any additional UXO. Any metal

debris identified by the geophysical survey was removed.

Prior to site work, reporting on the UXO removal and the subsequent geophysical survey will

be reviewed by a UXO technician and a geophysicist in relation to HSEP 9.5 Unexploded

Ordnance (included in Attachment A-6) to determine whether additional surveying is needed.

4.1.2 Soil Borings

Planned soil borings are be drilled at 20 locations. Workers will follow the procedures

outlined in this SSHP for work around heavy equipment (Section 4.2.7).

4.1.3 Monitoring Well Installation

Planned monitoring wells will be installed at 26 locations to 25 to 300 feet below ground

surface (bgs) to extend the current monitoring network. Workers will follow the procedures

outlined in this SSHP for work around heavy equipment (Section 4.2.7).

4.1.4 Soil Vapor Sampling

To evaluate the potential for vapor intrusion, five indoor, five outdoor, and five sub-slab soil-

gas samples are planned. Ground-penetrating radar will be used to check for utilities before

installing sub-slab sampling points.

4.2 SS67 AND WP45/SS57 HAZARD ELEMENTS

The following potential hazards associated with work at SS67 and WP45/SS57 have been

identified:

Wildlife

Uneven terrain and ice

Weather conditions

Chemical hazards

Utility lines

Lifting and moving

Heavy equipment

Traffic


Fire

Garrison Slough and other water bodies

Debris

Earthquakes

Noise

Cold and heat stress

Darkness during winter work

Hand and power tools

Wet feet

Bloodborne pathogens

4.2.1 Wildlife

Large mammals such as bear and moose as well as smaller mammals may be found in the

area. These animals are not accustomed to human presence. Prudence should be exercised in

any potential animal encounter. Workers will maintain a safe distance from wild animals, and

avoid surprising them. When a bear is sighted, workers will calmly contact the SSHO, Jacobs

Site Manager (SM), and/or co-workers in the area as soon as possible. Workers will be

familiar with and follow HSEP 7.4 Working Safely around Wild Animals (in Attachment A-6).

4.2.2 Uneven Terrain and Ice

Work at SS67 will involve walking on wetland terrain that may be hummocky and difficult to

traverse. Developed terrain at both sites may have hidden obstacles. During the winter

months, ice may be encountered due to changing weather conditions, stream overflow, spilled

water, and other reasons. Regardless of the terrain, caution must be taken when traversing

areas by foot. The specific terrain should be considered when generating safe plans of action

(SPA) for project tasks. Efforts will be made to use existing paths and trails when possible.

Strap-on traction aids and/or traction sand may be needed to mitigate ice hazards.


4.2.3 Weather Conditions

Due to the potential for rapidly changing weather in Alaska, personnel should be fully advised

of the need to dress warmly and in layers with a waterproof and/or windproof outer shell, as

appropriate. Insulated safety footwear will be required for winter work. The need for adequate

clothing will be discussed at project planning meetings and site safety orientations.

Another hazard of the rapidly changing weather is that of electrical storms. In accordance

with USACE EM 385-1-1, when conditions are such that lightning is observed, all drilling

equipment operations shall cease. A period of 30 minutes between subsequent observations

shall be observed prior to resuming work.

Daily limits for working in windy conditions will be set during the morning safety tailgate

meetings and will vary depending on project task, type of wind (gusty or steady), and wind

chill factor.

4.2.4 Chemical Hazards

The following chemical contaminants are suspected or known to be present onsite:

Trichloroethylene (TCE)

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene (DCE)

Benzene

Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB)

Organochlorine pesticides

Mercury

Attachment A-3 presents the hazards associated with the contaminant listed above.

Attachment A-7 contains Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the chemical hazards listed

above as well as chemicals brought to the site (i.e., gasoline and diesel) and solvents (i.e.,

methanol) associated with sample preservation. If any additional contaminants are found, the

field team will ensure that the appropriate MSDSs are available onsite.


4.2.5 Utility Lines

Utility lines including electric, communication, water, and sewer may be present in drilling

areas. These features will be located prior to commencing any drilling or other intrusive

activities. If utilities are identified in the area, Jacobs HSEP 7.3.3 Utility Clearance (in

Attachment A-6) will be followed.

4.2.6 Lifting and Moving

Using proper technique to lift and move heavy pieces of equipment is important to reduce the

potential for back injury. The following precautions should be implemented when lifting or

moving heavy objects:

If mechanical devices are not available, ask another person to assist you.

Bend at the knees, not the waist. Let your legs do the lifting.

Do not twist while lifting.

Bring the load as close to you as possible before lifting.

When carrying heavy objects, be sure the path you are taking is free of obstructions and all slip, trip, and fall hazards.

Use mechanical devices to move objects, investigation-derived waste (IDW), or generators that are too heavy to be moved manually.

4.2.7 Heavy Equipment

Working around drilling equipment is one of the more significant hazards associated with

activities at WP45/SS57. This section addresses the general safety procedures to apply while

working around heavy equipment.

Before any machinery or mechanized equipment is used, it will be inspected and certified to

be in safe operating condition. Jacobs will designate a competent person to be responsible for

the daily inspection of all machinery and equipment. Only designated and qualified personnel

will operate machinery and mechanized equipment. Equipment deficiencies that affect safe

operation will be corrected prior to continuing operation. The SM will determine the

competent operator prior to the start of any heavy-equipment operations.


4.2.8 Traffic

Personnel will exercise vigilance to avoid vehicles and make eye contact with operators when

working or passing nearby. If work will be conducted within a road right-of-way, a specific

traffic control plan will be generated according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control

Devices for Streets and Highways (U.S. Department of Transportation [DOT] 2009).

4.2.9 Fire and Hot Work

Fire extinguishers (Type ABC or BC) will be provided for each vehicle used onsite that are

less than 5 years old and will be inspected prior to placement in a vehicle. Smoking is

prohibited on the job site. Flammable and combustible liquids (such as fuel) will be stored in

approved (OSHA and National Fire Protection Association Code 30) containers. A safety can

or approved system will be used for dispensing flammable or combustible liquids; it will be

stored in flammable storage cabinets or appropriate storage areas separated from occupied

buildings. Flammable material will be separated from oxidizers by at least 20 feet. Vehicle

fueling tanks will be grounded, and there will be bonding between the tank and vehicle being

fueled. Spills will be cleaned up immediately and then reported, and wastes will be disposed

of properly.

Hot work (e.g., welding, brazing, high-speed grinding, and warming tooling with a weed

burner) will require a permit issued in accordance with the Eielson AFB Fire Prevention

Program. Permit issuers must be trained by the Fire Prevention Program. Call the Fire

Prevention Program at 907-377-1293 to arrange for training.

4.2.10 Garrison Slough and Other Water Bodies

Personnel entering Garrison Slough will exercise extreme caution. The work area along the

slough is a low-lying area next to a channelized water course generally about 1 foot deep.

Hummocky terrain with dead vegetation may cover low spots, increasing the danger of slips,

trips, and falls. The nearby water course presents a risk of hypothermia during work in the

winter months if a person falls in. If the water course is frozen over, personnel will not move


out onto the ice where there is a chance that the water beneath may be more than a few inches

deep.

Summer sediment sampling may encompass stretches of the Chatanika River, Piledriver

Slough, the Chena River, and/or another body of water to be identified in the final Quality

Assurance Project Plan for SS67. Such work will be guided by Jacobs HSEP 15.3 Work Over

or Adjacent to Water (in Attachment A-6). Near-shore sediment sampling in water up to about

1 foot deep while wearing waders is probable. Key safety features of such work include

wearing an appropriate personal flotation device, avoiding areas of strong current, having a

throwable rescue line, and using the buddy system. If work over water is necessary (e.g., from

a small boat), a detailed activity hazard analysis (AHA) for that activity will be developed

before mobilizing for that work.

4.2.11 Debris

Sharp objects including glass, metal, and wood debris may be present around the sites and

near several of the off-site monitoring wells. Employees should be cognizant of these

potential hazards and mitigate them as they are identified.

4.2.12 Earthquakes

Earthquakes are the most likely natural disaster on Eielson AFB. Personnel will be familiar

with the emergency evacuation routes and contacts provided in Attachment A-1. Muster

points and procedures will be covered at site-specific safety orientations and reviewed

periodically during daily safety tailgate meetings. After the earthquake has subsided, contact

the Jacobs Anchorage home office and inform them of the status of the team.

4.2.13 Noise Protection

Noise in excess of 85 decibels is expected during use of drill rigs, soil borings, and

monitoring well installation. Foam ear plugs and ear muffs will be available. Employees

should be cognizant of these potential hearing hazards via the AHA/SPA process and mitigate

them as necessary.


4.2.14 Cold and Heat Stress

The SS67 and WP45/SS57 sites are located in the interior near Fairbanks, Alaska. Early

winter temperatures average -2 to +12 degrees Fahrenheit (°F) with extremes of -45 to +49°F,

and winter storms can bring wind and precipitation. Employees should be aware of the

fluctuations in climatic conditions and dress themselves in the appropriate clothing beneath

their PPE, including but not limited to thermal underwear, hats, gloves, jacket, insulated

safety-toe boots, and other winter gear.

During summer work, ambient temperatures above 80°F are common. Employees wearing

impervious coveralls, Tyvek® suits, or similar protective equipment should be aware of the

potential risk of heat stress.

When ambient air temperature falls below 30F or above 80F, the SSHO will monitor and

recommend work/rest regimens to the SM. Work/rest regimens will be based upon the

guidelines in the Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and

Biological Exposure Indices (American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists

2006). Additional guidance is provided by Jacobs HSEPs 11.4 Cold Stress Control and 11.05

Heat Stress Control (in Attachment A-6).

4.2.15 Darkness During Winter Work

Artificial lighting will be needed during morning and afternoon hours for outdoor work. As a

point of reference, on 1 December, sunrise is at 10:17 and sunset is at 14:58, providing 4

hours 41 minutes of relatively strong illumination, and twilight provides an additional 2 hours

and 30 minutes of weaker light. Artificial lighting includes personal light-emitting diode

headlamps, battery- or propane-powered lanterns, light plants powered by diesel generators,

and similar devices.

To maximize worker visibility in darkness, upper-body outerwear will include reflective

strips. For winter work, the base color of the outerwear may be black (most visible against

snow) or high-visibility yellow, orange, or pink.


4.2.16 Hand and Power Tools

Tools shall be inspected and in good working condition prior to being brought onto the project

site. The use of power tools may be required during fieldwork. The proper tool should always

be selected for the specific task. Shields, guards, and other safety mechanisms should always

be left in place and operational. Use of power tools will be in accordance with the operating

manual and manufacturer’s instructions. Tools will be inspected prior to use to protect against

breakage and potential injury.

4.2.17 Wet Feet

Personnel entering Garrison Slough may wear rubber boots or waders (safety toes not

required). This footwear should be inspected prior to use for absence of leaks and proper fit.

4.2.18 Bloodborne Pathogens

Employees shall minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens by practicing a

combination of good personal hygiene, proper PPE, and safe work practices.



5.0 PROJECT ORGANIZATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This section identifies project organization and personnel responsibilities for the management

and implementation of this SSHP. It is the responsibility of each person to ensure that project

personnel comply with safety rules and requirements. The following assignments have been

established to assist with the maintenance of a safe project site:

Table 5-1 Project Organization

Organization Title Name Telephone USACE Contracting Officer’s Representative Scott Kendall 907-753-5661 USACE Project Manager Meseret Ghebresllassie 907-753-2670 AFCEC Project Manager Pat Roth 907-552-7893

USAF Program Coordinator Kelly McGovern 907-751-3350 Project Manager Kevin Maher 907-751-3429 Health and Safety Manager Randall Jones 907-751-3332

Site Manager Sarah Belway 907-356-1280

Site Safety and Health Officer* TBD Technical Lead Katie Bloom 907-751-3360 Project Geologist Dave Ward 907-751-3389 Lead Sampler Ida Petersen 907-451-0550

Jacobs

Project Chemist David Summerville 907-751-3342

Note: TBD = to be determined *SSHO resume and qualifications will be provided to USACE for review.

The Jacobs Project Manager (PM) has overall responsibility for coordinating with the HSM to

ensure that the project assignment goals are completed in a manner consistent with this SSHP.

The SM or SSHO will be the on-site designated competent persons while work is occurring.

5.1 SITE MANAGER HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

The SM shall have completed training outlined in Section 2.0 Orientation and Training. The

SM has the following responsibilities:

Understand Jacobs Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and procedures and this SSHP. Site management may, if the need arises, apply additional HSEPs or more stringent work practices.

Effectively communicate and implement HSE policies and procedures, and the information contained within this SSHP.

Provide the resources necessary to maintain a safe and healthful work environment and ensure implementation of HSE policies and procedures.

Assign clear responsibilities to achieve a safe and healthful work environment.

Verify that subordinates and subcontractors are executing these responsibilities properly.

Enforce HSEPs and issue disciplinary actions and/or contractual actions when required.

Ensure that HSE deficiencies identified in audits and inspections are promptly corrected.

Implement Jacobs’ BeyondZero® process.

5.2 SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES

The SSHO reports administratively to the SM and functionally to the Jacobs Alaska

Operations HSM. The credentials of the SSHO will be submitted for USACE review. As a

member of the site management staff, the SSHO has the following responsibilities:

Support and advise site management in its duty to implement HSE policies and procedures.

Ensure the adequacy of Jacobs HSEPs to address site hazards.

Assess compliance with HSE policies and procedures, promptly communicating concerns and recommendations to the SM for action.

Take immediate action on any imminent danger observed.

Review and approve PPE, safety equipment, and first-aid supplies.

Educate site management in the application of HSE policies and procedures.

Ensure HSE orientation of site employees and subcontractor personnel.

Ensure prompt and adequate treatment for injured employees and subcontractor personnel.

Ensure adequate investigation and analysis of accidents and incidents (non-injury and injury).

Provide HSE information for the education of management, supervision, and employees concerning:

- Accident analysis (cause, trends, results, and corrective action); - Analysis of inspection results and needed corrective actions; - Safe work procedures; and - HSE training requirements.

Communicate and promote HSE excellence recognition programs.


Ensure preparation, submittal, and/or maintenance of required HSE recordkeeping documentation such as inspection reports, training records, SPAs, SORs, injury logs, and accident investigation reports.

Provide HSE evaluations of employees and supervisors to management as requested.

5.3 EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES (JACOBS AND SUBCONTRACTOR)

Employee acceptance of the HSE policies and procedures is the ultimate key to success of the

HSE program. Each Jacobs and subcontractor employee has the following responsibilities:

Comply with procedures established for his/her safety and health and for preservation of the environment.

Assist management and supervision in the positive development of coworker attitudes toward HSE and workplace morale.

Suggest improvements in methods or procedures to prevent incidents and protect the environment.

Stop, or bring attention to management, any unsafe acts or conditions and any potentially harmful environmental practices.

Immediately correct imminent danger situations (e.g., exposure to falls from elevations, electrocution hazards, exposure to unprotected excavations).

Notify supervisor when there is insufficient understanding of: - Task(s) to be performed; - HSEPs; or - Assigned safety equipment.

Promptly report to supervisor personnel or property incidents or accidents, no matter how minor.

Learn the approved HSE safe practices for each work task and practice them.

Ask for assistance from the supervisor or the HSE department when unsure of a work task or its safe practice.

Participate in and maintain an active interest in the HSE program.

Be attentive to safety discussions led by the supervisor and request explanations of points not understood.

Never bypass the function of a safety device.

Immediately flag safety device malfunctions to warn others of the hazard and promptly report the malfunction to the appropriate supervisor.

Promptly report any potential work-related injury or illness to the appropriate supervisor, no matter how minor the injury.


Never attempt to perform a job alone when good judgment indicates assistance is needed.

Inspect, use, and maintain the PPE provided.

Never participate in clowning, scuffling, practical joking, or horseplay of any kind on the job.

Be cautious in walking or moving around the work area to avoid slips, trips, or falls. Be especially cautious when weather conditions create a potentially slippery walking surface. Running is prohibited.

Plan work and try to anticipate all potential hazards.

Observe safe practices off the job as well as on the job.

5.4 SUBCONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Subcontractors shall perform the following specific duties:

Follow the requirements set forth in this SSHP.

Attend Supervising for Safety training, preferably at Jacobs prior to mobilization, but at a minimum before site work commences.

Attend a site-specific orientation.

Agree to abide by this SSHP by signing the Site Project Safety and Health Agreement Sign-Off Sheet (Attachment A-5, Exhibit 1) before working onsite. This sign-off sheet will be retained by the SSHO.

Provide the SSHO with MSDSs and physical agent data sheets (PADS) copies for any hazardous chemicals brought onsite or physical exposures related to the subcontractor’s activities onsite.

Provide the SSHO with copies of required training certifications and medical authorizations to work onsite, including those required by 29 CFR 1910.120(e) and (f) (OFR 2005).

Develop SPAs that address specific hazards (e.g., underground utilities, traffic control) associated with tasks to be performed for each phase of work, including developing and providing specific work procedures to Jacobs for review of potential hazards.

Ensure that workers are trained in safe and proper use of tools they may use.

Appoint an onsite Competent Safety Representative for each job site.

Provide necessary PPE to employees and ensure its proper use.

Maintain necessary records and submit required reports.

Conduct daily safety briefings.

Obtain work permits as required.


Conduct safety inspections on a daily basis, report discrepancies using the SOR form, and promptly correct unsafe conditions.

Conduct regular inspections of equipment. Defective or unsafe equipment must be immediately repaired or red-tagged and taken out of service.

Provide inspection documentation and corrective actions to the SSHO on a daily or other agreed upon basis.

Provide subcontract information and subcontractor safety program requirements, as necessary.

The SM will inform the subcontractor foreman or leader of any safety and health violations.

The SSHO, SM, or any other Jacobs employee can direct the subcontractor to cease work if

conditions are imminently dangerous. Work may resume when the unsafe condition is

corrected and approved by the SSHO or SM. Repeated violations could cause termination of

the subcontract.

5.5 VISITOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A visitor entering a controlled area at the site must:

Provide the SSHO with copies of required training certifications and medical authorizations, as required by 29 CFR 1910.120 (e) and (f) (OFR 2005);

Provide the SSHO with MSDS and PADS copies for any hazardous chemicals brought to the site by the visitor and physical agents caused by the visitor’s activities; and

Comply with the provisions of this SSHP.

Visitors must obtain clearance from the SSHO and sign the visitor check-in log before

entering controlled areas. Visitors will receive a job-specific safety briefing and will be

escorted at all times in controlled areas. Visitors in areas requiring PPE must have the

appropriate training and PPE to gain entry. Jacobs is not responsible for distributing or

obtaining PPE for visitors.



6.0 SAFE PLANS OF ACTION

AHAs (Attachment A-4) have been developed in accordance with the USACE Safety and

Health Requirements Manual (USACE 2008). These AHAs may not depict actual site

conditions. As personnel undertake specific activities, SPAs will be developed after

identifying actual site conditions and hazards. The SPA process will verify that protective

measures are in place to mitigate incidents and that required resources are available for the

specific activities. The SPAs will be developed by all parties involved in the activities (e.g.,

Jacobs and subcontractor personnel).


7.0 HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURES AND STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES

This SSHP brings together site- and task-specific corporate procedures (Jacobs HSEPs and

project-specific standard operating procedures) and CFR requirements to create a concise and

relevant document designed for usability by members of the project team. In case of conflict

among the corporate procedures, the most stringent shall apply. The Jacobs HSEPs, located in

Appendix D-6 and on JNet, present typical situations and hazards for frequently executed

project tasks. HSEPs should be consulted when building an SPA for a task; if an HSEP does

not exist, the SPA will require particular attention to detail.


8.0 AIR MONITORING PLAN

Under supervision of the SSHO, air monitoring will be conducted where contaminant-bearing

vapors or dust (Section 4.2.4), lead dust, or petroleum, oil, and lubricants (POL) may be

present. Table 8-1 provides air monitoring requirements and action levels for the WP45/SS57

site; no breathing hazards are anticipated at the SS67 site. The type and extent of monitoring

will depend upon site-specific conditions and the contaminants encountered at the sites. If a

change in conditions is observed at either site, additional monitoring may be required.

Breathing-zone as well as areal monitoring will be conducted to verify that the field team is

using appropriate types and levels of PPE. Air monitoring results will be documented in the

field logbooks or on monitoring forms. Monitoring instruments will be calibrated in

accordance with manufacturer instructions. Calibrations will be documented in the field

logbooks or on calibration forms.

Field crews will use a photoionization detector (PID) equipped with a 10.6-electron-volt lamp

as the primary method of monitoring. Based on historical monitoring data, the PID is

considered protective of site personnel. This method is not considered complete but is the

most readily available indicator of organic vapors in the atmosphere. Prior to PID use,

background levels must be established by monitoring outside the exclusion zone or controlled

area and upwind of the site. The PID reads in units of parts per million (ppm), and the

readings should be sustained for one minute to determine exposure.

Although the PID method is not sensitive enough to detect harmful levels of benzene, benzene

has not been detected directly in the breathing zone at WP45/SS57. If the PID detects organic

vapors (readings greater than 1 ppm above background) in the breathing zone at a site where

benzene is a known contaminant of concern, the breathing zone shall be tested with a direct-

reading instrument for benzene. If benzene is detected, personnel will wear passive

dosimeters and will modify procedures in accordance with Table 8-1.

Section 9.4 of this document provides general PPE recommendations and describes the

various levels of respiratory protection. The AHAs contained in this SSHP (see Attachment

A-4) address the required PPE for potential exposure for specific activities. Conditions that

exceed action levels in Table 8-1 will require an upgrade of PPE until monitoring

demonstrates otherwise. The SSHO, with the assistance of trained field personnel, will

identify these conditions.

Laboratory analysis will be considered when specific contaminants of concern have been

identified, or no other method is available to monitor worker exposure. If samples are to be

submitted to a laboratory, a blank sample filter will be submitted for quality control purposes.

Results of the monitoring must be communicated to workers formally within 15 working days

after receipt of the results. Off-site analysis is not anticipated for this project.



Table 8-1 Air Monitoring Requirements and Action Levels for WP45/SS57

Instrument and Target

Gas Tasks Action Levels PPE or Response Frequency

1 Calibration2

PID for VOCs (except methane), minimum 10.6 electron volts, calibrated with isobutylene

All tasks 0-10 ppm breathing zone (check for benzene @ 1 ppm) 10-25 ppm breathing zone 25-50 ppm breathing zone >50 ppm breathing zoneMeasurements are relative to background

Level D Level C Level B; stop and re-evaluate Stop work; re-evaluate

Monitor the breathing zone at the beginning of operations and whenever site conditions change. Levels C and B require continuous monitoring.

Daily

Direct-reading instrument or colorimetric tubes for benzene

All tasks 25 ppm breathing zone

Level D, 5 minutes Level C Level B; stop and re-evaluate Stop work; re-evaluate

Monitor if VOCs are detected in the breathing zone at greater than 1 ppm. Passive dosimeters will be used if benzene is detected.

Daily; for tubes. Check the pump for leaks prior to use.

Combustible gas meter

As required

>10% lower explosive limit (Oxygen must be >15 percent for the lower explosive level reading to be accurate.)

Stop work; re-evaluate (explosion hazard)

Continuous monitoring of a confined space. Screening during excavation or before performing hot work if combustible gases could be present in more than trace concentrations.

Daily

Oxygen meter Confined space entry

23.5%

Provide alternate air source (Level B) Explosion hazard, stop work, re-evaluate

Screening before entering confined space.

Daily

Notes: 1 Air monitoring shall be documented in field logbooks or on monitoring forms. 2 Calibrations shall be documented in the field logbooks or on calibration forms. Calibrate before first use and check calibration

at the end of the day or if readings seem questionable. For definitions, see the Acronyms and Abbreviations section.


9.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Workers are required to protect themselves from chemical and physical hazards, which for

this project are described in Sections 4.2.1 through 4.2.17. In accordance with OSHA 29 CFR

1910, Subpart I (Personal Protective Equipment), appropriate PPE will be provided for each

worker, properly sized, and used and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition. PPE will

be of design, material, and construction to protect workers from known or anticipated hazards.

In general, field personnel shall wear the following PPE when onsite:

Safety glasses with side shields or wrap-around design

Hard hat

Safety-toed boots

High-visibility vest

Gloves appropriate for the task

Additional PPE (neoprene boots, impervious gloves, Tyvek® coveralls) may be required for

specific tasks or if conditions change. Additional information is contained in Jacobs HSEPs

13.6 Eye and Face Protection, 13.3 Head Protection, 13.5 Foot Protection, and 13.4 and

Protection (all in Attachment A-6).

9.1 HEARING PROTECTION

Adequate hearing protection is required in all areas that may expose workers to high levels of

noise. This includes work areas around drill rigs and various other forms of noise-generating

equipment. Loud noises are considered to be any noise over 85 decibels. From an arm’s

length away, if you have to raise your voice to be heard, you may need hearing protection.

Hearing protection includes one or a combination of the following:

Engineering controls (where feasible)

Ear plugs

Ear muffs

9.2 EYE PROTECTION

Eye protection (safety glasses with side shields or wrap-around design) is required in all work

areas. Eye protection may include the following devices:

Safety glasses with side protection (basic protection; the minimum required when onsite)

Chemical goggles (splash, dust, and foreign-object protection for the eyes)

Face shields with safety glasses or goggles (splash, dust, and flying-particle protection for the whole face)

Additional details and types of eye protection are described in Jacobs HSEP 13.6 Eye and

Face Protection and may be needed for unanticipated tasks (e.g., welding).

Fogging is a known problem of eye protection that is exacerbated by cold weather. Mitigation

measures include applying an anti-fog treatment to the lenses or shield and selecting safety

glasses that provide maximal ventilation while still meeting industry standards.

9.3 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

Clothing sufficient to protect workers from contact with substances such as petroleum or heat

and cold is required. When gross contamination is encountered (i.e., during drilling and

sampling), clothing required for preventing contact with hazardous substances may include

the following items:

Rain gear or Tyvek® coveralls (poly-coated for liquid contact)

Neoprene boots or poly-coated Tyvek® booties

Nitrile gloves, nitrile gloves over cotton gloves, or leather gloves over nitrile gloves

Cut-resistant gloves (e.g., when using a self-retracting utility knife or handling opened core sleeves)

Additional details and types of hand protection are described in Jacobs HSEP 13.4 Hand

Protection.

Hands are difficult to keep warm when working in extremely cold weather. Mitigation

measures include engineering controls to create a warmer workspace (e.g., portable shelters


with heaters), the use of chemical heating packs inside gloves (and boots), and taking warm-

up breaks as necessary to maintain dexterity.

9.4 LEVELS OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Activities at SS67 and WP45/SS57 will most likely be conducted using modified Level D

protection. Level C may be used if action levels are exceeded (Table 8-1), but this is highly

unlikely. If air monitoring results indicate that Level B or higher is needed, then the work

procedures will be re-evaluated and modified to reduce exposure before continuing.

9.4.1 Modified Level D

Modified Level D PPE will be used for most fieldwork conducted for this project. A work

uniform affording minimal contaminant protection is needed, for nuisance levels only. The

following constitute modified Level D equipment and may be used as appropriate:

Work clothes (e.g. coveralls)

Task-appropriate gloves

Safety-toe boots

Boots, outer, chemical-resistant (disposable) (optional, as applicable)

Boot-covers, outer, chemical-resistant (disposable) (optional, as applicable)

Safety glasses with side protection (chemical splash goggles or face shield as applicable)

Hard hat

High-visibility outer wear (vest or jacket)

Bug jacket (optional, for summer work in vegetated areas)

Escape mask (optional, as applicable)

Additionally, workers’ clothing will need to provide adequate protection from cold during

winter work.

9.4.2 Level C

Level C PPE is not anticipated to be required during this field effort but may be used at the

discretion of the SSHO or if action levels (Table 8-1) are exceeded. Level C is appropriate


when the concentration(s) and type(s) of airborne substance(s) are known and the criteria for

using air purifying respirators are met. The following equipment added to the modified

Level D ensemble constitutes Level C PPE:

Full-face or half-mask air-purifying respirator (National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health [NIOSH]-approved) with cartridges appropriate for the contaminants encountered

Hooded chemical-resistant clothing (overalls, two-piece chemical-splash suit, disposable chemical-resistant overalls) (optional, as applicable)

Gloves, outer, chemical-resistant (optional, as applicable)

Gloves, inner, chemical-resistant (optional, as applicable)



10.0 SITE CONTROL

10.1 SITE CONTROL PROCEDURES

Site controls will be implemented as described in HSEP 7.3.2 Site Controls (Attachment A-6).

Effective site control procedures will reduce the potential exposure of the project team, other

workers in the vicinity, and the surrounding environment to onsite hazards through measures

such as:

Limiting site access only to essential personnel;

Establishing work zones within the site;

Conducting operations in a manner that minimizes the exposure of personnel and equipment and eliminates the potential for off-site dispersion; and

Establishing decontamination procedures for personnel and equipment.

10.2 WORK ZONES

Clearly delineated work zones help ensure that:

Site personnel are adequately protected from existing hazards;

Specific activities and hazards are confined to the appropriate areas; and

Personnel can be accurately and quickly located and evacuated during an emergency.

Personnel will use HSEP 7.3.2 Site Controls as a guideline when establishing work zones;

vehicles will be arranged to provide efficient evacuation due to wildlife or other emergencies.

10.3 BUDDY SYSTEM

Jacobs’ policy is that all site work will be performed using the buddy system. Team members

will keep in visual contact with each other at all times. The buddy must be capable of

executing the following tasks:

Assisting his/her partner

Monitoring the partner for signs of chemical or other exposures (e.g., heat or cold)

Periodically verifying the integrity of the partner’s PPE

Notifying the SSHO when emergency help is needed

Keeping the SM informed of location and expected time of return

10.4 COMMUNICATIONS

Verbal communication at the sites could be impaired by onsite background noise caused by

heavy equipment and the use of PPE. Hand signals will be established and communicated to

personnel. Communication with off-site personnel will be via cell phone.

10.5 SITE SAFETY AND SECURITY

Site security is essential to prevent unauthorized, unprotected, or unqualified people from

being exposed to site hazards and protect established and safe working procedures. Site safety

and security will be maintained by ensuring that any visitors to the site sign the visitors log

and are given a site-specific briefing, and stopping work immediately if unauthorized

personnel attempt to or succeed in accessing the work area. In this case, the worker shall

notify the SSHO, SM, and PM immediately.

10.6 EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLE DECONTAMINATION

Equipment used onsite will undergo decontamination prior to leaving the site to eliminate

contaminant migration from the site as well as the potential for cross-contamination of sites.

Gross decontamination includes the removal of potentially contaminated materials by use of a

shovel or other hand tools and stiff bristle brushes for equipment contaminated by soil and by

wiping visible contamination from equipment contaminated by water or free product.

Materials removed during gross decontamination will be accumulated and managed with

similar waste streams.

Equipment used onsite will be completely decontaminated before it is moved to another site

and prior to its return, before it is used in another well, or when it is no longer required onsite.


10.7 PERSONNEL DECONTAMINATION

Decontamination protects workers, the public, and the environment by limiting exposure to

harmful substances and preventing the spread of contamination. At areas where an exclusion

zone is necessary, all personnel exiting the exclusion zone will follow decontamination

procedures. Under no circumstances (except emergency evacuation) will personnel be

allowed to leave the exclusion zone before decontamination. The SM or PM may approve

simplification of the procedures in the field when a determination has been made that

adequate decontamination can be achieved with less effort.

Decontamination procedures for the sites are as follows:

1. Wipe gross contamination off clothes and equipment. 2. Scrub boots and gloves in decontamination solution or detergent water, if necessary. 3. Step across to the next station and remove coveralls and gloves. Deposit in container with

plastic liner. Remove coveralls (if applicable) after gloves.

4. Remove respirator and avoid touching face with fingers (if applicable). 5. Wash hands and face thoroughly.

10.8 WASTE HANDLING AND DISPOSAL

Disposal of all wastes will be in accordance with state and federal requirements, as specified

in the site-specific supplemental work plans (AFCEC 2012a and 2012b).



11.0 INSPECTIONS

11.1 SITE INSPECTIONS / SAFETY EVALUATION

The SSHO and site personnel will inspect the site daily for conditions that may vary from

those expected in the SPAs. Changes will be addressed by amending the applicable SPA. Any

changes should be reviewed with the SM and site personnel.

11.2 EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS

Any machinery or mechanized equipment shall be inspected and tested by a competent person

to ensure that it is in safe operating condition prior to use at the site. Inspections and tests will

be performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and documented.

Records of tests and inspections will be maintained at the project office. Jacobs’ Standard

Equipment Inspection Form (Attachment A-5, Exhibit 14) will be used to document the

inspections.

11.2.1 Vehicle Inspections

Motor vehicles owned or rented by Jacobs or subcontractors will be inspected prior to use.

Deficiencies found during the inspection will be noted and corrected prior to equipment use.

Attachment A-5, Exhibit 13 contains a rental vehicle inspection form. Vehicles that cannot be

brought to safe operating condition will not be used. In addition to pre-use inspections, the

vehicle’s primary driver will be responsible for ensuring that scheduled and periodic

maintenance occurs to maintain safe operable condition. At no time will anyone operate a

vehicle believed to be unsafe. The vehicle should be equipped with safety equipment

including the following items:

Portable eyewash bottles

First-aid kit

Type A-B-C fire extinguisher

11.2.2 Daily/Shift Inspections and Tests

Machinery and equipment shall be inspected daily (when in use) to ensure safe operating

conditions as described below:

Tests shall be conducted at the beginning of each shift during which equipment is to be used to determine that brakes and operating systems are in proper working condition and that required safety devices are in place and functional.

Whenever any machinery or equipment is found to be unsafe, or when a deficiency affecting the safe operation of equipment is observed, the equipment shall be immediately taken out of service and its use prohibited until unsafe conditions have been corrected.

A tag indicating that the equipment shall not be operated and that the tag shall not be removed will be placed in a conspicuous location on the equipment. Where required, lockout/tagout procedures will be followed.

The tag shall remain in its attached location until it is demonstrated to the individual who found the equipment unsafe that the equipment is safe to operate.

When deficiencies are corrected, the machinery or equipment will be re-tested and re-inspected before being returned to service.

11.3 SAFETY OBSERVATION REPORTS

Site personnel, not just the SSHO, will complete an SOR form (Attachment A-5, Exhibit 19)

when real or potential unsafe acts or unsafe conditions have been identified. The success of

this program increases when SORs completed by non-HSE specialists exceed those completed

by HSE specialists. This ensures that all personnel are developing safety-conscious attitudes.

SORs will not be used for disciplinary purposes because they are intended to help

communicate unsafe acts or conditions.

SORs shall also be used to encourage and reward safe behavior. Providing positive

reinforcement of a job or task well-executed is far more encouraging than recognizing unsafe

behavior. Encouragement can be rewarding for the whole project, enticing the team to create a

better and healthier work environment. Additionally, SORs can be used to communicate a

better way of performing a task.

Any corrective measures shall be documented on the SOR form.


SORs shall be submitted to the SSHO within 24 hours of completion. Completed forms will

be maintained with project records and a copy or record of SORs will be forwarded to the

Jacobs Anchorage HSE Group weekly.

11.4 SAFE PLAN OF ACTION ASSESSMENT

Management and HSE personnel will routinely monitor and assess the development and

implementation of SPAs. This assessment will be made using the SPA assessment form

(Attachment A-5, Exhibit 18) or other means that achieves the same result. The monitoring

and assessment will be based on three criteria:

Relative risks and activities, (e.g., working in extreme temperatures, confined space entry, lockout/tagout work)

Complexity of the task

Locations and varieties of tasks



12.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

This section describes pre-emergency planning, emergency equipment and supplies,

emergency procedures, emergency response and accident follow-up, evacuation information,

contacts, post-incident notifications, recordkeeping, and vehicle accident procedures.

Attachment A-1 lists contact names and numbers in case of an emergency as well as a map of

the hospital location and route that will be posted on site.

12.1 HOSPITAL ROUTE

The Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is approximately 24 miles away and is located at 1650

Cowles Street, Fairbanks. The hospital may be reached by exiting Eielson AFB and traveling

north on the Richardson Highway. Take the ramp to AK-3/ Denali Park/ Nenana, and then

merge onto the Robert Mitchell Expressway. Turn right onto Lathrop Street and then right

onto 19th Avenue. Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is on the left. Attachment A-1 contains a map

of the suggested route.

12.2 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION

In addition to communication methods described in this SSHP, the following communication

and contact methods will be used:

Cell phone

Air horn blast

The following visual hand signals will be used:

Clutching throat = Personal distress

Arm waving and pointing towards the exit direction = Evacuate the area

When calling for an emergency response, by cell phone, report the following information:

Your name

Your company’s name

Type of emergency and perceived severity

Location of accident or injury

Time of incident

Type of first-aid or response being given

DO NOT HANG UP until the operator or emergency dispatcher has received the complete

information and directs you to hang up.

Notify the SSHO or SM and your supervisor immediately after hanging up the phone. Further

information or assistance may be needed from you to complete the accident investigation

process.

12.3 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

Should a person become injured and require treatment beyond onsite first-aid, an

Authorization for Medical Treatment form (Attachment A-5, Exhibit 7) will be taken to the

medical facility treating the employee. The SM and/or SSHO will complete the top portion of

the form, and the doctor at the medical facility will complete the bottom portion of the form.

12.4 INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT REPORTING

The SM and SSHO will be notified promptly of any accidents. After ensuring that any injured

personnel are receiving proper medical treatment and that such treatment has been duly

authorized (Section 12.3, above), the SM will notify the HSM and the PM as soon as possible

that an incident or accident has occurred. The PM will notify the client immediately in the

event of a fatality, personnel admitted to a hospital, or property damage in any amount.

The SM will provide the following information as it becomes available:

Project name and number

The location and circumstances of the accident

Name and employer of any victims, and nature and extent of their injuries

The name and address of the medical facility providing treatment

The name of the attending physician or other medical professional

SSHO name and phone number


In the aftermath of an incident or accident, the SM in consultation with the HSM and PM will

determine whether there is a need for drug testing of any of the involved personnel. The SM

will ensure that steps have been taken to secure the scene with no movement of material or

equipment until the onsite portion of the investigation (photos, sketches, and measurements)

is complete, and obtain signed statements from all witnesses.

For accidents involving vehicles and heavy equipment, procedures in HSEP 5.2 Vehicle

Accident (in Attachment A-6) shall be followed and a Vehicle Accident Report will be

completed (Attachment A-5, Exhibit 12). For other accidents, use the Accident/Incident

Investigation Report form (Attachment A-5, Exhibit 11). The accident investigation will be

conducted in accordance with HSEP 5.1 Accident and Incidents Investigation and Reporting

(in Attachment A-6).

Daily records of all first-aid treatments not otherwise reportable will be maintained on the

first-aid register and furnished to the HSM weekly.

12.5 EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS

The following procedures will be implemented when a potential exposure to bloodborne

pathogens occurs:

The SSHO will be notified immediately whenever a first-aid incident occurs.

If the SSHO determines that a potential exposure occurred, the SSHO will provide a report to the HSM and the PM that includes:

- A description of the incident, including date and time.

- Names of all first-aid providers who rendered assistance and a description of the type of barrier used by each.

- A summary of exposure(s) and post-exposure prophylaxis to ensure that proper post-exposure evaluation occurred and that follow-up procedures were made immediately available (a Jacobs policy requirement).

The report will be recorded on the first-aid register.

12.6 EARTHQUAKE

In the event of an earthquake, move to an open area away from equipment, structures, or

utility poles if outdoors, or take cover beneath a desk or at least move away from book


shelves and office equipment that could

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