2016-537-E Solid Waste - Kessler Consulting, Inc. for waste characterization study

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DocuSign Envelope ID:B08E3DDA-6A84-496A-9141-79CF798AEA7B • Sorters must not wear contact lenses during sorting activities since, in the event of a chemical spill, chemicals can become trapped behind lenses causing serious eye injuries. • Tongs and hand rakes should be used to separate and remove all objects from waste sample. m I L P PROTECTIVE lEimUIP f M ENT Sorters'clothing should be selected to provide maximum protection from the risks associated with hazardous waste. Important safety clothing items include: • Over-the-ankle boots (hard plastic shanks and steel toes recommended); .Q • Tyvek® or poly-lined coveralls; • Cotton work clothes, including long trousers (not shorts) worn under coveralls; • Chemical-resistant outer gloves; • Inner liner gloves to ensure that no solid or liquid waste contacts the hands when putting on and removing the outer gloves; • Safety glasses or face shields; • Safety vest; • Hard hat (if necessary); • Filter masks (optional); and • Ear plugs (optional). Sorters are responsible for providing their own cotton work clothes and safety boots. All other safety equipment will be provided by Kessler Consulting, Inc. Safety and protective equipment worn during sorting activities must not be worn off the site to eliminate the possibility of contaminating sorters' automobiles and homes. The Sort Supervisor will ensure that personal protective equipment is worn at all times during waste sorting activities. Natural fiber clothing such as cotton should be worn under poly-lined coveralls during warm weather to reduce the risk of heat stress. Synthetic materials,which do not absorb moisture, can prevent the cooling effect of perspiration evaporation. For added protection against cuts, bruises, and puncture wounds, sorters must wear long trousers, not shorts, under protective coveralls. Ikessll it consulting inc. WCS\Planning\Site Safety Plan Page 3 of 11 innovative waste solutions