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Safe Work Practices for Wastewater Treatment Plants
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This book details how to start and maintain a successful safety program in a municipal or industrial water or wastewater plant with special emphasis on the practical implementation. This new edition provides the latest OSHA regulations and recommendations, and each chapter has been updated with new information, including the latest innovations related to all types of successfully proven health and safety protocols. Coverage includes safety programs, recordkeeping, safety training, safety equipment, and safe work practices for wastewater treatment facilities. In addition, much of the text should be relevant to safety and health professionals in almost any industrial setting.
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Contents
Preface
Authors
Chapter 1 Setting the Stage
Death at Katy’s Creek
Katy’s Creek Accident Investigation
Findings and Recommendations
Administrative Problems
Results Of Jake Mcroy’s Investigation And Written Report
Fatal Work Injuries
Accident Investigations: the Reality
The Bottom Line
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 2 Task Diversity Equals an Unsafe Workplace
Introduction
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 3 Safety Starts at the Top
General Duty Clause of The Occupational Safety and Health Act
Organizational Safety Policy
Safety Budget
Safety Official’s Authority
Accident Investigations
Safety Rules
Safety Committee/Council
Worker Input
Accident Reporting
Safety Audits
Communication
The Bottom Line
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 4 Hazard Communication
Hazard Communication Standard
Better Communication for Worker Safety and Health
Benefits of Hazcom with Ghs
Phase-in Period for The Hazard Communication Standard
Major Changes to The Hazard Communication Standard
Hazard Classification
Label Changes Under the Revised Hazcom
Sds Changes Under the Revised Hazcom
Hazcom and Water and Wastewater Treatment
Definitions of Hazard Communication Terms
Hazard Communication Audit Items
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 5 Lockout/Tagout
Lockout/Tagout
Lockout/Tagout Key Definitions
Sample Lockout/Tagout Procedure
Special Conditions
Lockout/Tagout Removal When Authorized Employee Is Absent
Methods of Informing Outside Contractors of Procedures
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 6 Confined Space Entry
Introduction
Osha's Confined Space Entry Program
Confined Space Entry Definitions
Evaluation of the Workplace
Permit-Required Confined Space Written Program
Permit-Required Confined Space Entry Equipment
Equipment for Testing and Monitoring
Ventilating Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
Lighting
Barriers and Shields
Ingress and Egress Equipment: Ladders
Rescue Equipment
Other Equipment
Pre-Entry Requirements
Permit System
Permit Requirements
Confined Space Training
Training Requirements for Confined Space Entry
Workplace Confined Space Training Programs
Sample Permit-Required Confined Space Certification Exam
Assignment of Onsite Personnel
Duties of Authorized Entrants
Duties of the Attendant
Duties of Entry Supervisors
Confined Space Rescue
Rescue Services
Rescue Service Provided by Outside Contractors
Non-Entry Rescue
Alternative Protection Methods
Permit-Required Confined Space Entry Hierarchy
Procedures for Atmospheric Testing
Testing Procedures
Air Monitoring and Osha
Other Osha Permit-Required Confined Space Audit Items
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 7 Respiratory Protection
Introduction
Respirators
Responsibilities
Department Directors
Safety Division
Supervisory Personnel
Workers
Human Resource Managers
Definition of Terms
Types of Respirators
Chemical Cartridge Respirators
Cascade-Fed or Compressor-Fed Airline Respirators (Helmet, Hoods, and Masks)
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Respirator Selection and Distribution Procedures
Respirator Inspection, Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
Inspection
Maintenance
Cleaning
Storage
Respirator Fit Testing
Pre-Use Self-Testing
Medical Surveillance
Training
Documentation Procedures
Respirator Program Evaluation
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 8 Noise Control
Introduction
Osha Hearing Conservation Requirements
Occupational Noise Exposure
Written Program for Hearing Conservation
Monitoring and Sound Level Surveys
Audiometric Testing
Hearing Protection
Training
Safe Work Practices
Recordkeeping
Administrative and Engineering Controls
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 9 Personal Protective Equipment, First Aid, and Thermal Hazards
Drill Press Fatality
Personal Protective Equipment As Hazard Control Alternative
Osha’s PPE Standard
Osha’s PPE Requirements
Hazard Assessment
PPE Training Requirement
Respiratory Protection
Respirators Defined
Responsibilities
Definition of Terms
Types of Respirators
Respirator Selection and Distribution Procedures
Respirator Inspection, Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
Respirator Fit Testing
Medical Surveillance
Training
Documentation Procedures
Respirator Program Evaluation
First Aid In the Workplace
Thermal Hazards
Thermal Comfort
Body’s Response to Heat
Definitions
Heat Disorders and Health Effects
Cold Hazards
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 10 Electrical Safety
Introduction
Control of Electrical Hazards
Safety Precautions for Electrical Circuits
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 11 Fire, Welding, and Hot Work Safety
Fire Safety
Osha and Fire Safety
Fire Prevention and Control
Fire Protection Using Fire Extinguishers
Miscellaneous Fire Prevention Measures
Welding
Welding and Cutting Safety
Welding Safety Program Elements
Hot Work Permit Procedures
Fire Watch Requirements
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 12 Laboratory Safety
Good Neighbor Sam in the Laboratory
Safety in the Water/Wastewater Laboratory
Laboratory Safety Rules
Example Safety Rules for Water, Wastewater, and Environmental Laboratories
Osha Laboratory Standard
Laboratory Hazard Evaluation and Identification
Audits and Inspections
Audit and Inspection Checklist
Safety and Health Documentation Requirements
Laboratory Safety and Health Plans
Standard Operating Procedures
Establishing a Laboratory Documentation Program
Training Requirements
Example Laboratory Safety Trainer’s Lesson Guide for Safe Work Practice
Safety and Health Training Programs
New Employee Safety Orientation
Safety and Health Training for All Laboratory Workers
Medical Surveillance Requirements
Complying with Medical Surveillance Requirements
Chemical Hygiene Plan
Hazard Identification and Evaluation
Exposure Monitoring Requirements
Types Of Chemical Exposures in Laboratories
Laboratory Air Monitoring Considerations
Biohazards and Radiation Hazards
Waste Management Hazards and Practices
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
Waste Management Practices
Transporting Hazardous Laboratory Waste Offsite
Engineering Controls
An Example of Laboratory Design
Designing The Environmental Laboratory Correctly
Ventilation
Ventilation Basics
Ventilation Systems
Heat Control Ventilation
Supply Ventilation
Ideal Mix
Safe Work Practices for Laboratory Fume Hoods
Testing Hoods
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 13 Excavation Safety
Soil Failure
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 14 Emergency Response and Process Safety
Hypothetical Fatality and Injury Incident (9/11/96; 4 Fatalities + 111 Injuries)
Osha and Emergency Response
Emergency Response Plan
Typical Of An Emergency Response Plan
Process Safety Management
Osha Process Safety Management Standard
Hazard and Operability Study
Failure Mode and Effect Analysis
Fault Tree Analysis
Risk Management Planning
Major Elements of Risk Management Planning
Rmp Definitions and Requirements
Rmp Program Levels
Rmp and Psm: Similarities
Rmp And Psm: Differences
Summary Of Rmp Requirements
Summary Of Similarities And Differences Between Psm And Rmp
The Bottom Line
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 15 Machine Guarding
Setting The Stage
Purpose Of Machine Guarding
Basics Of Safeguarding Machines
Safeguarding Defined
Types Of Machine Safeguards Required
Mechanical Hazards: Motions And Actions
Common Safeguarding Methods
Safe Work Practices for Machine Guarding
Training, Enforcement, And Inspections
Machine Hazard Warnings
Employee Clothing And Jewelry
Lockout/Tagout
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 16 Rigging and Material Handling Safety
Rigging Safety
Written Rigging Safety Program
Fundamental Engineering Concepts For Rigging
Resolution of Forces
Slings
Rated Sling Loads
Inclined Plane
Materials And Principles Of Mechanics
Ropes, Slings, And Chains
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 17 Bloodborne Pathogens
29 Cfr 1910.1030—Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
Specific Protections Provided By The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
Osha Safety Requirements
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 18 Ergonomics
Introduction
Elements Of An Ergonomics Program
Hazard Identification
Hazard Prevention and Control
Management Commitment And Employee Participation
Medical Management
Program Evaluation
Training
Back Injury Prevention
Causes Of Back Injuries
Approaches To Controlling On-The-Job Back Injuries
Prevention
Lower Back Pain And Standing
Other Considerations
References and Recommended Reading
Chapter 19 Toxic Substances and Hazardous Wastes
Introduction
Fundamental Toxicology
The Chemical World We Live in
Sick Water
Toxicology And Risk
Toxicological Terms
Other Pertinent Toxicological Definitions
Classification Of Toxic Agents
Subcategories Of Toxic Substance Classifications
Significant Chemical And Biological Toxi...
Table of contents
- Cover
- Halftitle
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents