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Date November 30, 1983
ect industrial Hygiene Survey Results Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
To
Jack Anderson From
?JPeter Norris
Location and mail code
Hillsboro, 257 Location and mail code
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cc: B. Haigh - Hillsboro, 257 D. Hall - 2125/2B
J. McGinley - 2125/2B F. Timpe - 1125/2B
Attached are the completed logs of personal and environmental sampling results for asbestos, silica and audiodosimetry performed on October 17-20, 1983.
The results show that three employee positions. Small Coupling Tester Operator (0.52 f/cc). Large Coupling Saw Operator (1.3 f/cc), and the Rework Saw Operator (0.56 f/cc) were found to exceed the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) of 0.5 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc). Silica exposures were within permissible limits in the Finishing Department of Plant A, and audiodosimetry results show many employee positions of both plants are exposed to an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) noise level greater than 90 dBA.
In general, asbestos fiber levels in Plants A and B have remained consistently lower than the "old" asbestos permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 2 f/cc as compared to the last annual survey. This indicates that housekeeping, work habits, and ventilation efficiencies have not significantly changed. Also, because of the lower standard, 44ve*other positions statistically may be overexposed. These conclusions are based on the 95% confidence limits for determining compliance or noncompliance with OSHA standards. (See Exposure Sampling Confidence Limits Unit Program in the CertainTeed Health Maintenance Manual.) These positions are the Press Operator (0.38 f/cc). Line 1 Hydrotester Operator (0.4 f/cc) and the faarge Lathe Operator (0.39 f/CL) of Plant A, and the Machine Tender (0.43 f/cc)
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Since the issuing of the ETS, indu^ry representatives filed a Petition for Review in the United States Fifth Cetcuit Court of Appeals and subsequently a Motion for Stay of the ETS was presented to OSHA. As of November 25, 1983, a Motion for Stay of the ETS was granted. Regardless of the outcome of this standard, OSHA is expected to issue a permanent asbestos rulemaking, and it would be prudent for us to improve the working conditions in the plant now, rather than wait until we are forced to do it.
Immediate compliance with the ETS can be accomplished by the use of respiratory protection by the employees found to be overexposed to asbestos. The 3M 8710 respirators will provide adequate protection up to ten times the ETS (up to 5 f/cc). Warning signs need to be installed at these same job positions, and a training program needs to be instituted for these employees on the health effects of asbestos, work practices and engineering controls for minimizing exposures, and the purpose, use and fitting instructions on respiratory protection.
Since you are already Investigating employee work practices and ventilation efficiencies, addition personal sampling is needed each time a change is made. Also, the employees which were identified as being possibly overexposed be resampled to determine if exposure levels are true and consistent. This department is available if sample analysis is needed.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Results Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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I also recommend that each employee be informed of exposure results in this survey. Employees whose asbestos and noise exposures exceed the PEL and the action level respectively, must be informed by OSHA regulation. I suggest that a copy of the attached tables be posted on the employees' bulletin board for that purpose. Alternately, the employees, including those in similar positions to those measured, can be informed personally.
A completed comprehensive survey report is forthcoming, detailing sample analysis and observations.
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Date December 15, 1983
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INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE SURVEY HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT October 17-20, 1983
To
D. Hall From
P. Norris
Location and mail code
2125/2B Location and mail code
1125/4
The attached Industrial Hygiene report on Hillsboro is provided for your review and comments before we distribute it. I would appreciate your comments as soon as possible. Thanks.
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CTD020304
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Date December 20, 19832
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industrial Hygiene Survey
Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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Attached is the report on the industrial hygiene survey conducted at the Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant on October 17-20, 1983. If you have any questions or comments, please contact me.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant
October 17-20, 1983
Introduction An Industrial Hygiene Survey was conducted at the Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant by Peter Norris of Corporate Health and Safety on October 17-20, 1983. This survey was conducted to supplement the on-going asbestos fiber exposure surveillance program. Additional monitoring for respirable dust, silica dust, and noise was also performed. This report is an employee exposure record as defined in Corporate Procedure GG003.02 and must be retained for 30 years. Upon request, this record must be made available to those Federal officials, employee designees or employees as provided for in Corporate Procedure AD011, paragraphs 7 and 8. Appendix I of the report documents the air sampling methodologies; the analysis techniques, and the current standards used in evaluating the data. The field and in-house laboratory notes on this survey are on file in Corporate Health and Safety.
The Coupling Tester Operator, Large Coupling Saw Operator and the Rework Saw Operator were exposed to asbestos fibers above the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard of 0.5 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc). The Press Operator and line 1 Hydrotester of Plant A and the Machine Tender and Press Operator of Plant B possibly exceed the 0.5 f/cc limit of asbestos fibers based on the 95% confidence levels. All respirable silica dust exposures are less than the 5 mg/m3 OSHA PEL. The hearing conservation program, again this year, is up to date and has 100% employee participation.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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Asbestos Emergency Temporary Standard
Effective November 4, 1983, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an emergency temporary standard on asbestos exposure. The Permissible Exposure Level for an 8 hour time-weighted average airborne concentration of asbestos fibers shall not exceed 0.5 fiber, longer than 5 micrometers per cubic centimeter of air (f/cc).
Other requirements imposed by the emergency temporary standard are as follows:
1. Compliance may be "achieved by any feasible combination of engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment and devices".
2. An employee training program shall be instituted for all employees exposed above 0.5 f/cc. The major aspects of this training program shall be on the associated health effects of asbestos, the relationship between asbestos and smoking, the nature of operations in producing exposure and protective measures to minimize exposure, standard operating procedures governing respiratory protection, and all provisions of the OSHA asbestos standard.
3. The placement of warning signs in areas where asbestos concentrations have been determined to exceed 0.5 fibers/cc.
4. Respiratory protection be selected based on the information in Table I of Appendix II.
Immediately after the ETS was issued, industry representatives filed with the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals a Motion for Review and subsequently a Motion for Stay of the ETS was presented to OSHA. On November 25, 1983, the Motion for Stay was granted.
Regardless of the outcome of the ETS, OSHA is expected to issue a permanent asbestos rulemaking which will not be promulgated for at least 6 months.
Until such time when a permanent standard is issued, it would be wise for us to work on improving conditions within the plant at this time rather than wait until we are forced to do it. A copy of the emergency temporary standard is in appendix II.
ASBESTOS
Table I shows the results of the personal and environmental samples performed on the pipe manufacturing and pipe finishing/fittings departments of both plants. A summary of the sampling results are found in Table II.
In general, ejqposure to asbestos fibers did not significantly change since our last annual survey. All exposures are less than the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) of 2 f/cc.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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Three positions in the finishing department of Plant A exceeded the stayed ETS limit of 0.5 f/cc and four other positions in both plants statistically may have exceeded the 0.5 f/cc level.
Overall, 95% of the samples were less than the stayed OSHA ETS of 0.5 f/cc and 43% were less than the recommended NIOSH standard of C.1 f/cc.
Manufacturing Department - Plant A
Environmental samples taken around the asbestos bag opener show airborne asbestos fibers to be very low. The results ranged between 0.013 to 0.04 f/cc supporting my observations of excellent exhaust ventilation at the bag entrance to the bag opener and at the access windows when windows are opened for internal adjustments. During the personal sampling of the Mixer Operator, he occasionally opened the access windows to unjam empty bags or reslit full bags. The airflow was always into the bag opener.
The housekeeping in the immediate area around the bag opener was excellent. There were no torn bags or spillage of fibers on the warehouse or mixing area floors.
Samples were taken on the Mixer Operator on three different working shifts. The exposures ranged from 0.14 to 0.37 f/cc with an average of 0.22 f/cc. These results also include various times when the operator would open the access windows to work inside the bag opener. 3M 8710 toxic dust respirators were available and worn by each of the operators, always when opening the access windows.
The Machine Tender, Mandrel Handler, Tray Loader and Relief Person all had exposures less than 0.5 f/cc. The Press Operator had slightly higher levels (0.19 and 0.38 f/cc) than the other positions in the manufacturing area. The source of fibers is not known but the Press Operators exposure has been higher than the other positions for the last two surveys.
Finishing/Fittings Department - Plant A
The results of the personal exposure samples of employees in this department ranged from 0.04 to 1.3 f/cc. The highest levels were obtained on the Coupling Tester (0.52 f/cc). Large Coupling Saw Operator (1.3 f/cc) and the Rework Saw Operator (0.56 f/cc). These three operations are located next to each other which may explain the high level for the Coupling Tester.
Normally, the Coupling Tester is not the type of operation which would generate dust. The dust might be drifting over from the other two operations located to the right of the Coupling Tester. Since the Rework Saw is located next to the
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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plant opening which exits to the pipe storage yard, it is possible that air currents are carrying dust from this operation and the Coupling Saw over to the Coupling Tester. Dust is generated either by the radial saws cutting the pipe, or by the release of dust or tailings left by the saw when the small pipe or scrap pipe is thrown into the hoppers.
Following our verbal reporting of the exposure results to the plant, additional samples were taken by plant personnel on November 28 and 30, 1983 on the Coupling Tester, Rework Saw Operator and Coupling Cutoff Saw Operators. These samples were analyzed by Corporate Health and Safety. The purpose of these samples was to evaluate the effect of placing a curtain between the plant opening and the Rework Saw and moving the pipe hoppers closer to the Saw Operators to reduce dust when dumping scrap.
On November 28th, just the Rework Saw and Coupling Tester were operating. Time weighted average (TWA) exposures for these operations were 0.64 f/cc and 0.38 f/cc respectively. The November 30th samples were taken when these two operations plus the Coupling Cutoff Saw were in use. The TWA exposures were 0.5 f/cc (Rework Saw), 0.26 f/cc (Coupling Tester) and 0.81 f/cc (Coupling Cutoff ) Saw).
The Coupling Tester exposure on an average (0.32 f/cc) was below the 0.5 f/cc limit but the two saw operations remain consistently above this limit when compared to the sample results obtained in the industrial hygiene survey of October 1983.
These results indicate that other factors may be involved. In the past surveys, environmental levels and personal exposures at the Rework Saw have exceeded the 0.5 f/cc level.
In order to further reduce the fiber levels below this level, refinements or changes in the existing local exhaust ventilation system may be needed.
First, I recommend that the ductwork and plenum face of the exhaust ventilation systems on the Rework and Coupling Saws be inspected for free or unhampered air flow, to determine that large pipe tailings are not clogging the system, and the flexible hoses do not have leaks.
If no problems exist, then a change in the existing enclosure and ductwork placement might be needed. Presently, there exists two separate exhaust ducts leading behind the radial saw at the bottom and top of the 6aws. By moving the top duct to the front of the radial saw (see appendix III), dust which is missed by the bottom duct can be captured by the replacement of this duct.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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A major redesigning of the Coupling Saw and Rework Saw may ultimately be needed if these improvements are not effective, e.g. wet cutting.
Even though the 0.5 f/cc emergency temporary standard has been recently stayed, it is our opinion that any future permanent standard issued on asbestos will be at least 0.5 f/cc. We recommend that in the interim, the Coupling Saw and Rework Saw Operators be required to wear respirators.
The line 1 Hydrotester Operator's exposure may be exceeding the 0.5 f/cc limit. We cannot say with a 95% confidence level that his exposure of 0.4 f/cc would not exceed 0.5 f/cc.
The hydrotesting control panel is enclosed on two sides primarily for protection against the water. The pipes roll off the old line 2 lathes, are conveyored vertically over to the old line 1 Hydrotester, then roll down to be pressure tested. Dust and tailings from the lathes still remain in the ends of the pipe and become airborne during rolling. This procedure seems to be the only observable reason for the operators exposure.
I In any case, I recommend resampling this position during different shifts and different size pipes to determine if this exposure is true and consistent. The use of respiratory protection should be encouraged by management in the mean time.
Manufacturing Department - Plant B
Environmental samples were also performed at the Plant B bag opener. The results confirm the excellent housekeeping observed in the immediate area, good exhaust ventilation within the bag opener and apparently no leakage from the unit. Asbestos levels ranged from 0.01 - 0.05 f/cc.
The Mixers exposure also reflected the conditions attendant with this operation. Hereto, the Mixer had to occasionally open the access doors to unjam the bags or reslit the full bags. Excellent airflow into the bag opener was observed.
The Machine Tender and Press Operator in pipe manufacturing area had exposures of 0.43 f/cc and 0.38 f/cc respectively. The housekeeping in the main manufacturing area is excellent and these comparitively higher levels cannot be readily explained. Exposures recorded 2 years ago were of the order of 0.2 f/cc. It was observed that during the sampling on the Machine Tender, maintenance work was being performed on the piping which transports the asbestos slurry from the mixer to the trough. This could be a source of fibers, even though the fibers are in a liquid state. Dry encrusted slurry was noticed on some of the piping being worked on.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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During this period, the Machine Tender wore a 3M 8710 respirator.
I would recommend that these positions be monitored regularly to determine if the exposures measured during this survey are accurate. Further steps to minimize exposure need to be explored.
All other positions in the manufacturing area had low asbestos fiber counts. Exposures to the Mandrel Handler, Tray Loader and Relief ranged from 0.01 to 0.24 f/cc which is well below the 0.5 f/cc limit.
Finishing Department - Plant B
Sampling results on the Lathe Operator, Hydrotester and one Finisher found exposures to be well below the 0.5 f/cc level. Results ranged from no fibers detected to 0.2 f/cc. The local exhaust ventilation at each pipe lathe controlled the dust very well as reflected in the 0.01 f/cc exposure level to the lathe operator.
RESPIRABLE DUST - SILICA
All measured respirable dust personal and environmental samples were below the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) of 5 mg/m3. These sample results are provided in Table I.
Samples were performed on all three Boring Mills, FM Speciality Lathe, Multiple Cut Lathe, Large Single Cut Lathe and Large Coupling Saw. The results ranged from 0.1 to 0.39 mg/m3. All the samples were submitted for silica analysis and were found to contain less than 25 micrograms of quartz which essentially means "none detected".
NOISE
Audiodosimetry monitoring results sure found in Table III. The results are presented by department. Figures 1,2 and 3 depict the sound pressure level isocontours in the manufacturing and finishing departments of both plants. An updated noise exposure evaluation for all positions is provided in Figures 4-10.
The hearing conservation program is well established in the plants. Audiometric testing is provided by Memorial Hospital, Garland, Texas. This program has been on-going for several years. The Hillsboro attending physician reviews each audiogram and counsels each employee on his evaluations.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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The wearing of hearing protection is widespread throughout the plants with almost 100% participation in both mandatory and non-mandatory protection areas.
It was noted, however, that several employees exposed in excess of the 90 dBA PEL were not wearing hearing protection. These persons are noted in Table III. We recommend that the wearing of hearing protection be strongly enforced, with disciplinary action if necessary. We also recommend that the use of personal protective equipment be extended to all persons entering these areas, whether casual visitors, plant managers or company officers. Such strict compliance will positively promote the acceptance of the requirement by employees.
The importance of a good hearing protection program was underscored by a recent, November 9, 1983 OSHA directive to its field staff. This directive instructs its field staff to allow employees to comply with the OSHA Noise Standard by the use of hearing protectors in lieu of engineering and administrative noise reduction for exposure levels up to 100 dBA. The directive provides this relief only if there is an effective hearing conservation program. A summary of the directive is provided in Appendix IV.
It should be noted that this directive is only an interpretive directive and not a regulatory change in the standard. As such, it is not binding and is subject to the whim of the administration.
Our previous survey reports contained a number of recommendations for reducing noise in this department. An outside consultant has also made recommendations. The most recent update on the status of these recommendations dated 10/7783 stated that many of these recommendations were still under study. A few had been completed.
We recognize that noise control measures in this plant are complex and in many instances infeasible. Where this is the case, it is important that engineering studies be expedited and thoroughly documented as being ineffective and/or economically infeasible. We note that some of these recommendations are over 3 years old. You will note in the recent OSHA Directive (Appendix IV), that OSHA will not only be placing more emphasis on effective hearing conservation programs, but also on technological and economic feasibility of controls.
Manufacturing Department - Plant A
Two audiodosimeter measurements were obtained on almost all positions in the Manufacturing Department. The results were consistent and show good correlation with the sound pressure level measurements.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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Average sound pressure levels (SPL's) in Figure 1 correlate quite well with the audiodosimeter results. Generally, the exposures measured with the audiodosimeters will be slightly higher than would be predicted by the average SPL's due to the impulse and peak noise variations inherent in the manufacturing process, e.g., mandrel movement. These variances are very clearly seen in the Time History Audiodosimeter Tapes. Typical for example is the Time History Tape on the Mandrel Handler (Sample No. 084), where the average background noise is about 90 dBA. The one-minute reading on this individual are generally on the order of 92-95 dBA as a result of mandrel movement impluse noises. The hour-by-hour equivalent OSHA exposure on this employee was overly consistent 93.5, 93.5, 93.9, 88.8, 92.8, 93.2, 93.5, 88.8 dBA. The lower 4th hour results are from lunch break relief.
Likewise, the Tray Loader Audiodosimeter Results (Sample 087) of 83.2 dBA is higher than would be predicted by the 76-77 dBA average background noise level, again due mostly to mandrel movement noise, and the forklifts. His exposure tape measured peak levels to 110 dBA, 10% of the exposure exceeded 89 dBA and 50% exceeded 81 dBA.
Exposures to all of the employees in the manufacturing department exceed the OSHA 85 dBA action level. The Press Operator, Mandrel Handlers and Press Operator exposures exceed 90 dBA. As noted in Table III, most of the employees are wearing hearing protection. We recommend that all employees in this department wear hearing protection.
Finishing Department - Plant A
The Noise Contour Map shows the SPL's in this department generally exceed 90 dBA. The personal audiodosimetry exposure measurements confirm these high levels.
Employees in all positions in this department are exposed to noise levels in excess of the OSHA 8 Hour PEL of 90 dBA. The department is posted as a noise hazardous area with hearing protection required. With two exceptions (see samples 97 and 100), all employees in this department wore hearing protectors.
We recommend that the mandatory wearing of hearing protection in this department be strongly enforced.
Manufacturing Department - Plant B
The SPL's in this plant (Figure 3) are about the same as in "A" plant with slightly higher levels at the end of the line resulting from the proximity of the Finishing Department.
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personal exposure measurements were also about the same as "A" plant with all of the positions exceeding the OSHA action level of 85 dBA. The Machine Tender, Mandrel Operator, Press Operator and Relief Person exceeded 90 dBA and with three exceptions (Samples 111, 115 and 116), all employees wore hearing protection.
We recommend that all employees in this department wear hearing protection. '
Finishing Department - Plant B
The SPL's in this department (Figure 3) generally exceed 90 dBA and are on the order of 94 to 98 dBA.
Personal exposure measurements were all about 94-96 dBA on an 8 hour TWA. About half of the employees wore hearing protection.
We recommend that the wearing of hearing protection be strongly enforced in this area and the area be posted as a mandatory protection area.
MISCELLANEOUS
It is our standard procedure in taking personal exposure samples, to inform each employee of the purpose of the sample and what they should and should not do to invalidate the results.
Specific do's and don'ts are: To go about their work as normal, not to remove the sampler, disconnect the tubing or filter holder, or purposely contaminate the sampling tube or filter, not to shout into a dosimeter microphone or otherwise violate the sample by artificially exposing it to loud noises.
We also request they inform us of any loss of integrity of the sample such as sampling tube or cassette accidentally coming off, dropping or otherwise subjecting the devices to unnecessary impacts. We strongly encourage plant management to similarily inform the employees when conducting their sampling programs.
We also recommend that each employee be informed of exposure results in this survey. Employees whose noise exposures exceed the PEL and the action level respectively, must be informed according to OSHA regulation. We suggest that a copy of the attached audiodosimetry table be posted on the employees bulletin board for that purpose. Alternately, the employees, including those in similar positions to those measured, can be informed personally. All asbestos exposures whether exceeding the PEL or not must be reported in writing to the employees using the Fiber Exposure Notification (FEN) Form as outlined in the Asbestos Unit Program.
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
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Recommendations
It is recommended that:
1. Inspection of the exhaust ventilation ductwork be made for clogs and leakage on the Coupling Saw and Rework Saw.
2. Redesigning of the local exhaust ventilation ductwork on the Coupling Saw and Rework Saw be accomplished. (See appendix III)
3. The Small Coupling Tester, Coupling Saw Operator and Rework Saw Operator wear respiratory protection.
4. The Press Operator and Line 1 Hydrotester of Plant A and the Machine Tender and Press Operator of Plant B be resampled for asbestos to determine if exposure results are true and consistent.
5. The wearing of hearing protectors be made mandatory for all employees in the Manufacturing and Finishing Departments in both Plants "A" and "B" including all visitors.
6. Employees be informed of the results of the measurements in this report.
7. A quarterly report be made to Corporate Health and Safety as to the status of these recommendations.
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Industrial Hygiene survey Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1901
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001 Warehouse October 19, 1963
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011 Machine Tender October IB, 1963
012 Press Operator October 17, 1983
013 Press Operator October IB, 1983
014 Mandrel Handler 1A-
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015 Mandrel Randier October 17, 19B3
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On bag opener ledge next to plexiglass windows. OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc 3M 8710 Respirator worn OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc 3H 8710 Respirator worn OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc 3M 8710 Respirator worn OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
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Area and Personal Exposure Sample Results for Asbestos Fit- iv ,,tvi Hospitable Dust
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PLANT A * FINISHING DEPARTMENT
019 Line 1 0 Lathe Operator
October 17, 1983
Bill Sellers
Asbestos Asbestos
020 Line 1 0 l^the Operator
October 17, 1983
0. Nelson
Asbestos
021 Line 1
n Lathe Operator October 17, 1983
Allen Huse
Asbestos
n 021 Line 1 Lathe Operator October 18, 1983
Charles Flaherty
Asbestoe
W
023
Line 1 Hydrotester October 17, 1983
Larry Humphrey
Asbestos
po 024
Line 1 Hydroteater October 17, 1963
Prank Kolar
Asbestos
025 Line 1 9 Seller
October 17, 1983
Leon Sonnenberg
Asbestos
026 Line 1
0 Beller
October 17, 1983
Jerry Morgan
Asbestos
027 Multiple Coupling 0 Saw Operator
October 16, 1963
Ronald Banik
Asbestos
026 11 Boring Mill V Operator
October 17, 1983
Peter Brewer
Asbestos
time
41N
RFSIK.T f'o- or
REMARKS
8:36a- l?7 1 :4 3p
1: 12p3: 5Dp
1 I'-
4: Artp7:M>,,
'
n.oi
f Vc
0.04 f.'cr
0.0 3 1 Vi-
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/CC OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
1 : 12p3:4>p
1 r, 3
4: 3 3p7:47p
1 >1
VOID j
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
n. 16 f .'cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
4 : 30p7 j 4 Rp
1`*5
0.16 f \'C
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
8:20a- 441 3s40p
0.07 f /cc
OSHA STS - 0.5 f/cc
1:14p3;4Sp
IS 1
438p7:4Pp
190
1:20p- 147 3:47,,
4s43p7:50p
1P 7
0.76 1 1C
0.4 f/cc
0.12 f Vc
n.07 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
osha rrs - 0.5 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
8:00a- 450 31 30p
0.19 f/cc
OSHA ETS " 0.5 f/cc
12:42p3:37p
175
VOID / OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
CTD020319
Industrial Hyqiene Survey Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
TABLE
Area and Person,! 1 E<|hihre Sample R*'Slllt-i 1 i \ t ,.nd Respirable Dust
1 . 1 ,\: .
POSITION NO. LOCATION 83 (PATE)
o?n <p
1 t 11. .. 1 Mill Operator October 18,
NAME/AREA
ANALYSIS Mil
TIME
MIN
!.! i' r Hr.-WMT
Aib.-it ..-i
:H (II.,.-
3 : 3 5p
1 li
030
n
*1 Boring Mill Operator October 20, 1983
Peter Brewer
Respirable Dust-
Silica
R :45a3: 3Rp
413
031 2 Boring Mill
Charles Brown Asbestos
V Operator October 17, 19R3
032 f/
2 Bor inn Mill Operator October 18, 19B3
Charles Brown
Asbest-o';
033
12 Borinq Mill Operator October 20, 1983
Charles Brown
Respirable Dust
Silica
12 s40p3 s 36p
176
R :04a3s 3fip
4*2
8:40a3:37p
417
034 3 Boring Mill
Autry Coaster Asbestos
V Operator October 17, 1983
312:39p:34p
175
035 13 Boring Mill
Autry Coaster Asbestos
D Operator October 18, 1983
036
V
#3 Boring Mill Operator October 20, 1983
Autry Coaster
Respirable Dust
Silica
8:01a3:32
451
8:36a3:36p
420
tif 037
Coupling Stacker October 17, 1983
Jerry Hooker
Asbestos
U:33p3i33p
180
038 PM cutter
Tony Brown
P Operator October 17, 1983
Asbestos
12:49p 3:35p
166
039 rw Cutter
Simon
0 Operator
Rodriquez
October 18, 1983
Asbestos
Bi10a3133p
44 3
040 FH Speciality
Warner Poston Asbestos
V Lathe Operator October 17, 1983
12:50p3:39p
169
&
041 PM Speciality
Area
Lathe
October 20, 1983
Respirable Dust
9:10a2:36p
326
Silica
.......... ` 0.2.
1VA 1 \ 11 -AMI *1 ri i. m -i i
REMARKS
IV.HA VTS o. * r
OSHA PEL - 5 mg/ft3
-Vi 'Ml
1 . 1 '
No silica detected. OSHA Errs - 0.5 f/cc V
OSIIA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
n. 11
OSHA PEL 5 mg/m3 No silica detected. OSKA ETS - 0.5 f/CC
OSHA ETS - 0.S f/cc
0. 1r ni/,,!
-
Vt 11'
f0.25 /cc
j
OSHA PEL " 5 ag/m3 No silica detected. OSKA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 1/cc
fo. in /t-C
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
n.t4 r rr
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/CC
0.1.' mg 'm3
-
Sample to the left of lathing area, on top of eachine. OSHA PEL - S .9/.3
No silica detected.
CTD020320
Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro A/C Pipn Plant
October 17-20, 1983
TABLE 1
Area and Personal Exposure Sample Results f'-r .tn-1 Rospirable rt*st
Mbers
POSITION NO. LOCATION 83 (DATE)
NAME/AREA
ANALYSIS KOR
TIME
MIN
f 'cc n na'm *
042 D
Multiple Cut Lathe Operator October 20, 19H3
Warner Poston
Respirable Oust
Silica
9:1 1a12:00p
169
M. V-
043 Large KM Lathe
Warner Poston Asbestos
Operator
V October 18, 1983
8:12a3:34p
4 4.'
044
V
Large Single Cut Lathe October 20, 19113
R. Jewett
Respirable Dust
Silica
9:17a12:00a
163
0,
--
045 0?
Large Coupling Tester October 17, 1983
Rex May
046
?/
Snail Coupling Tester October 17, 1983
Betty Starrett
Asbestos Asbestos
12:58p3:4 Ip
163
Vi'tf
12s 5Sp3 :40p
165
f/cc
twa ran SAMI' I.E PERIOD
REMARKS
OSHA PEL - 5 mg/m3
No silica detected. OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
OSHA PEL - 5 mg/m3
No silica detected
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc -
Exceeds OSHA ETS 0.5 f/cc. Respirator not worn.
047
V
Large Coupling
Saw Operator October 17, 1983
Simon Rodriquez
Asbestos
1:03p3:42p
159
I, f're
Respirator now worn.
Exceeds OSHA ETS 0.5 f/cc. 3M 8710 Respirator Protection Mandatory
048
Large Coupling Saw Operator
James Russel
p October 20, 1983
Respirable Dust
Silica
049
11
Rework Saw October 17, 1983
Janes Russel
Asbestos
050
V
Rework Saw October 18, 1983
James Russel
Asbestos
051
of>
Forklift Operator October 17, 1983
Robert Wilson
Asbestos
052 Crusher Operator Charles Harris Asbestos
P October 17, 1983
PLANT B - MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT
053
Bag Opener October 19, 1983
Area
Asbestos
054
8:32a3:35p
423
1t05p3:42p
157
8:25a3t39p
434
4:35p7s 5 Ip
196
It10p4t02p
172
9t17a1 i07p
230
107p3t49p
162
0.14 mg/n^
__
I
*>. M f 1 c<` 0.04 f/cc
OSHA PEL - 5 mg/n3 Switched to Rework Saw at 12:30. Wore 3H 8710 respirator.
No ilira detected.
Wore 3M 8710 respirator Exceeds OSHA PEL 0.5 f/cc. Respirator Protection Mandatory
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc Wore 3M 8710 respirator.
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
0. 15 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
0.06 f/cc 0.02 f/cc
0.038 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc Sample on Bag Opener
Ledge next to Plexiglas Windows.
CTD020321
Industrial H yi (-n< mu viHillsboro A/e Pip" Plant October 17-20, Imh)
TARt.F
Area and Personal K l*>-urr Sample Rr S\> 1 1 and Respirabl e Dust
POSITION NO. LOCATION S3 (DATE)
NAME/AREA
055
Bag Opener October 19, 1903
Area
056
057
Bag Opener October 19, 1983
Area
ANALYSIS FO R
TIME
MIN
Asbestos Asbestos
9:17a1 :08p
231
1: 0 8p3:49p
161
3 s SOp1 1:12p
442
056
Bag Opener October 19, 1983
Area
Asbestos
059
Mixer October 18, 1983
Ronald Hodecker
Asbestos
f I 060
Mixer October 19, 19H3
Donald Clay
Asbestos
061
Machine Tender October 18, 19B3
Jerry Ovens
Asbestos
062
Machine Tender October 19. 1983
Dennis Hawkins
Asbestos
io 063 Preaa Operator
Cheve
October 18, 1983 Salinas
Asbestos
MR
064
Press Operator October 19, 1983
Gary Sulak
Asbestos
Mr
065 Mandrel Handler
Charles Cook
Asbestos
October 18, 1963
of 066
Tray Loader October 16, 1983
Mitchel Willenborg
Asbestos
3: SOp1 1 s12p
442
8:58a3: S4p
416
5 :23p11:13p
350
9:06a11:47a
161
5:18p11:1 Op
352
9:04a3:40p
404
5:1Sp11i07p
352
9:02a3:50p
408
9:12a3:53p
401
i nr n . >> i '
TWA FOR SAMPLE V'FRliip
REMARKS
0.016 f 'cr
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc Samples next to conveyor. Near Bag Opener entrance.
ii. it a n.i' . f v,. n . 1 * f -rr
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc Sample next to Plexiglas Window on ledge.
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc Sample next to Bag Opener entrance.
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
n .4 1 f 'cQ..M f'cc 0- N f/cr 0 . 1 r 'rr o. .m r ^c0.ni4 f/ci
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA"ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
t> f
067
Tray Loader October 19, 1983
Charles Greer
w 066 Relief
Richard
October 18, 1983 Made
w 069 Relief
Mike
October 19, 1983 McParlin
Asbestos Asbestos Asbestos
5:05p11:07p
362
9:15a3:56p
401
5 110p11:16p
366
No fibers detected.
fl.m f 'rr
0.0 1 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS " 0.5 f/cc
CTD020322
Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant
October 17-20, 1983
TABLE I
Area and Personal Exposure Sample Results for Asbestos fibers end Respirable Dust
POSITION NO. LOCATION 83 (OATF)
NAME/AREA
PLANT H - FINISHING DEPARTMENT
<1 070
Lathe Operator October 20, 1983
Clyde Venable
ANALYSIS FOK
TIKE
MIN
Asbestos
9:35a3:50p
375
i;r-oi|.r n
071 Hydrotester
Dave Miller
October 20, 1903
Asbestos
9:15a1:12p
237
072
1:12p-
151
n.n <
3:43
0 073 Finisher
Robert Baker
Asbestos
9:10a-
242
1:12p
________________________
1:12p3:43p
151
P..` f'cc
No fibei s diverted
9 075 Crusher Operator
Charles Harris
_______ October 19, 1983
076
Asbestos
9:24a1:05p
221
1:05p3:4Sp
160
n. i i f / o.?7 f/cc
TWA FOR sample
remarks
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
0.12 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
0.18 f/cc
OSHA ETS - 0.5 f/cc
CTD020323
Table I I
A sb e sto s Sam ples
7 sam ples were v o id e d due to problem s
0
.U
A| U \
c 9) O u 9> cu
oo
oo
o
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tj- in O' r-
oj ro O'
A| 0
u M \ C 44 <D 0 tUO 0)
04 o
oo oo
o o
co o
CO GO
ol r**
O CO
A) U
u
p \ C 44
0) o in
Wt o <D 04 O
vo in in ot
o o
r- o ^ vo
I cn ol vo
U
cP \0
*> 44 O U<D *-
04 o
A o
P u cs 4) 44 O Vj in U Oj o
c ot
* u' VV S 44
OO cr> o
in m r?
ol r* oI m
o ** o
o o ol in
m
(N in in T" M f
o oo
o r- GO in
- o
oo
Ea (0
04 r* in cn ro
CO 04
vO
zo.
c cO' O'
H H
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H3 O'
c c+J 4-)
p
f4C
0
V4 0
U
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4J
40 X
0)
6
(0 44
03 X A 44-4
03 .C
P
3P
3 -H
0)
4 03 C
3 34J C
C
p d
C
40
c c<0
<0 *r4
k4
fd -H
MH
a
<0 x
Cu
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4Q X Oj O
04
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r-4
Q 04
04
CTD020324
Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant
October 17-20, fun
TABLE III Audi odos(metry faults
POSITION NO. LOCATION 83 (DATE)
NAME
PLANT A - MANllKACTUKING DEPARTMENT
077
Mixer
^ Hille Ray
October 18, 1983
TIME
6: 10p11:08p
078
Hixer
Bruce Ward
October 20, 1983
8:10a3 s 29p
079
Machine Tender
Ray Rodriquez
October 20, 1983
oeo
Press Operator
Milton Oook
October 16, 1983
081
Press Operator
Milton Cook
October 19, 19B3
8:22a3:28p
5:05p IlilOp
5:0 0r11:0 Ip
082 Press Operator
John Chambers
October 20, 1983
8:15a3t29p
083
Mandrel Handler Calvin Thompson October 10, 1983
-
084
Mandrel Handler Calvin Thompson October 19, 1983
5i00plliOlp
08S
Mandrel Handler Roy Black October 20, 1983
8:05a3:33p
086
Tray Loader
Alvis Sonnenberg
October IB, 1983
504p11:06p
087 /Tray Loader
Larry Young
f October 20, 19B3
088 |I Relief
Shanna Biber
l October 18, 1983
8:00a3:27p
5:00p11lOfip
MIN
p iifii:
rxjsiMKi v i; -i i
DOSF ( '
nn t ha )>->
RESULTS
358 6
439
71
426 365 361
115
434 98.4
-361 143
448
144. P
362 447 366
53 39 B6.6
_ \ J> ! .2 w*
~ 7| . |
-
V. ?
fl?. 2 ftit.n
Fxceedert OSKA Action Level (50% - 85 dBA) Nearing Protection not wrn. Hearing Protection recommended
Exceeded OSHA Action Level (50% - 85 dBA) Hearing Protection not worn, itearinq Protection recommended
Sample voided E'iul lament problems
Sample voided Equipment problems
N'-arinq Protection worn Fxc**ded OSHA PEL ( 100% - 90 dBA) Hearlnq Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Expected to exceed OSHA PEL 1 100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection sundatory
^.tmple voided &**ployee left plant.
Hearing Protection vorn Exceeds OSHA PEL < 100% - 90 dBA) Hearing protection mandatory
Hearlnq Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 100% - 90 dBA) Hrarinq Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection morn Exceeds OSHA Action Level (50% - 85 dBA)
OSHA Action Level (60% - 86 dPA)
Hearing Protection worn Exceed* OSHA Action Level (60% - 85 dBA) Hearing Protection rcommended
CTD020325
Industrial Hy<jlon< survey
Hillsboro K/C
Plant
October 17-20, run
TABl.F 1 l I Audiodosimetry Results
HO. 83
POSITION LOCATION
(DATE)
NAME
PLANT A - MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT
009
Relief
James Yates
October 20, 198 3
TIME
8:27a3 : 3 1 ('
PLANT A - FINISHING DEPARTMENT
090 j
Line 1 Lathe Operator October 19, 1963
Charles Flaherty
7:58a3:38p
091 Line 1
j Lathe Operator
J' October 19, 1983
6111 Sellers
8:00a3:36p
092
Line 3 Lathe Operator October 18, 1983
Odell Nelson
4:47p1 1:02p
093
Line 3 Lethe Operator October 18, 1983
Allen Huse
4:49p1 1:03p
094
Line 1 Hydroteater October 19, 1903
Larry Humphrey
8:27a3:50p
095
Line 1 Seller
October 19,
19*3
Frank Kolar
096
Line 3 Seller October 18,
1983
Jerry Morgan
097
Line 3 Seller October 19,
1983
Jerry Morgan
8:24a3:38p
4:50p11:05p
4:51p11:05p
096
Multiple Coupling Saw Operator October 19, 1983
Ronald Banik
7:56a3:27p
MIN
8 HOUR nOSIMETFK Mi 'l'' - m ,*MA
ncm i '
RESULTS
424 82
Hearing Protection not worn. Exceeds OSHA Action Level {50% - 85 dBA) H>*11 lng protection recommended
458
332
456
283
375 193.3
374
201.5
443
140
429
202.5
374 -- 374 71
451 175
9fi. ? 17 ~ vi. 7 >S . 1 17 `.4 95.1
Hearing Protection worn Exceed* OSHA PEL (100* - 90 dBA) Houinri Protection mandatory
Hoarlnq Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 1 f>0% - 90 dBA) li'M' ino Protection mandatory
Hetri'tq Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL l100* - 90 d3A) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL 1 100* - 90 dBA) Dearlnq Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 1(10% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Sample voided Equipment problems
na.'i }.l
Hearing Protection not worn Exceeds OSHA Action Level (50% - 85 dBA) Hearing Protection recommended
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
CTD020326
industrial Hygiene Survpy Hillsboro A/r Pipe Plant October 17-?n, 1'nj
TAnijK 1 l t AiMl.ido-itin.-l i y
I
POSiTinN NO. LOCATION 83 (DATE)
NAME
PLANT A - TMNinillNn OEPARTMFNT
099
1 Borinq Mill
Operator October 19, 1903
Peter Brewer
TIME
8: Ifte3 :10]
100 12 Bo ri mi Mill
Charles Brown
Operator
Octl*'T V, I'iiO
R:Qfla3: 30p
101 3 Boring Mill
Autry Coaster
Operator
October 19, 1981
8:06a3:30p
102
Couplinq Stacker Octolx-r 1,
19113
Jerry Hooker
8:02a3:27p
103 PM Saw
Simon Hodriquez
Operator
October 19, 19U3
8:04.*3: 3 2p
104 FM Specialty
Betty Starrett
Lathe Operator
Octoher 19, 19HJ
8:14a3: 31p
105 Large pm Lathe
Boy Jewett
Operator
October 19, 19B3
8t15a313 3p
106 Coupling Teater Dwayne Bowland October 19, 1963
8:17a3t 34p
107 dework Saw
James Russel
> perator
October 19, 1903
8:20a3:37p
ion Lathe Ojw>rator
Warner Poston
(Manual)
October 19, 1983
8:30a3:33p
109 Forklift Driver Robert Wilson October 18, 1983
4i42p11:01p
110 Forklift Driver James Clark October 19, 1983
8:36a3i 26p
MIN
8 Horn , .
DOSIMETER f'/V L - 89 rlHA
DOnr { )
dUA
RESULTS
440
231
44?
?4'.
444 IF.? . A
445 1R3
44K 24M.i.
437
459
436
192.9
437
141.7
437 209
423
114.5
379 115
410 142
a Hearinq Protection worn Exceeds OSKA PEL (100 - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
........
Heating Protection not worn OSHA PEL
(loot. - 9(1 dBA) ii. irlng Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL 1100% - 90 dBA) netting Protection mandatory
94.4
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 108% - 90 dBA) lic.if imi Protection mandatory
' ?(, ^
H. ii mg Protection worn l x.-ci-ds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Nearing Protection mandatory
J')l Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (1001 - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
'`I.? 92.5
Hearing Protection worn Dcceed* OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
M C) 1 -
91.1
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Nearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Hearing protection mandatory
9?.s
Hrarinq Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
CTD020327
Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant
October 17-20, 195
TMM.F m Audiodosimetry besults
NO. 83
POSITION LOCATION
(DATE)
NAME
TIME
PLANT 8 - KANUFACfimiNG DEPARTMENT_______ __________
Ml Mixer
Donald Clay
October 16. 19R3
5:20j>IIMQp-
HIN
_ _ _____ 35B
a lUH'H 'IVA
DOSIMETER M'W - RO dBA
DOSE (M
il`A
. 61
:K,.1
112 Machine Tender
Dennis Hawkins
5:15p-
360
142.7
October 18, 1983
11:15p
-113
Press Operator
Gary Sulak
October 18, 1983
5:14p- 360 134.7 11:1Sp
114 Mandrel Handler Oon Shuffleld October 18, 1983
5 :25p11:1 ftp
353
153.7
115 Tray Loader
Charles Greer
October 18, 1983
5:26p11:14p
340
80
116 Relief
Hike McFarlin
October 18, 1983
5:27p11: Up
PLANT B - FINISHING DEPARTMENT
117
Lathe Operator
Clyde Veneble
October 20, 1963
8:55a3i50p
347 415
113.4 216
118 Hydroteater
Dave Killer
October 20, 1963
6:53a3t50p
417
206
119 rlnlsher
Robert Baker
8:52a-
415
179
October 20, 1983
3:47p
120 rorklift Orlver Philip Stevens October 20, 1983
0:49a3i47p
420
180
ni'.f. 92.1 93.1 0.4 no.11 95.6 95.2 94.2 M. )
RESULTS
___________ _________________________
Hearing Protection not worn Exceeds OSHA Action Level (SO* - 85 dBA) Hearing Protection recommended
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL ( 100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL < MO* - 90 dBA}
1 1V1 r:ote-tlon mandatory
J
Hearing Protection not worn Exceeds OSHA Action Level Hearing Protection recommended
Hearing Protection not worn Exceeds OSHA PEL <100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection sundatory
Hearing Protection worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) Hearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection not worn Exceeds OSHA PEL <100% - 90 dBA) Nearing Protection mandatory
Hearing Protection not worn Exceeds OSHA PEL (100% - 90 dBA) M.*ar 1 ng Protect ton mandatory
CTD020328
HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT 'A'
a co
CTD020329
lb 10
HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT 'A'
a
co
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c
c o
Ic CO
O 'c
oco il
CTD020330
CTD020331
HILLSBOBO V PIPE PLANT PIPE MACHINE
FIGURE 4
10/83
OSITION Mixer Operator (4) Machine Tender (5) Press Operator (4)
ipe Handler (5) Laborer (2) Manufacturing
Supervisor (7) Autoclave ,* Truck Driver Relief Operator
LOCATION A-C 8-9 B-E 6-9 D-E 6-9 B-E 1-2 A-E 1-9 A-E 1-9
SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL (dBA)
72-86
84-89
85-88
86-94
76-79
72-94
ESTIMATED dBA
DOSIMETER-TWA
dBA
80 85
90
REMARKS
87.5 91.6
90.5
92.6 84.2
Tray Loader
84,2
A-E 1-3
76
92.7
180 Hyster
A-E 1-9
72-94
88.8
CTD020332
HILLSBORO 'A' PIPE PLANT FINISHING DEPARTMENT
FIGURE 5
IB/83 POSITION
LOCATION
SOUND PRESSURE
LEVEL (dBA)
^athe Operator Line #2
Lathe Operator
Line #3 Inspector Line #2 Inspector Line #3 Hydrotester Operator . Line #2 Hydrotester Operator
Line #3 Coupling Tester
Operator Lg. Coupling Saw
Operator Rework Saw Operator Material
Operator (10) V._j^ruck Driver (4)
Laborer (1) Finish Supervisor (4) Crusher Operator
A-B 3-4
A-B 5-6
A-D 1-4 A-D 5-6 C-D 1-3
C-D 5-6
A-B 7-8
C-D 7-8
D-E 7-8 C-D 1-6
A-F 1-8 A-F 1-8 A-F 1-8 D-F 8
85-99 92-95 82-99 85-98
82-99
87t96 85-90
95-101
ESTIMATED dBA
DOSIMETER-TWA
dBA
80 85
90
98.1
95.0
91.2 93.4 92.4
93.8 95.7
92.5
95.3 91.6
92.5 87,5 91.0 94.3
REMARKS
(4) Lathe Operator Rotate Between Lines
(5) Inspectors Rotate Between Lines (2) Hydrotester Rotate Between Lines
Work as Bellers/ Handlers & Stackers on Lines Rebanding Pipe-
Also Operates Wood Saw > Drives Truck to Dump
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FIGURE 6
10/83
, OSITION vj-------------
Coupling Cut Off Saw Operator (1)
Coupling Stacker
Boring Mill Operator #1 (1)
Boring Mill Operator #2 (1)
Boring Mill Operator #3
M. Lathe Operator (2)
FM Saw Operator (1)
Specialty Lathe Operator (1)
LOCATION
SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL (dBA)
A-C 1-3
88-1Q1
B 3-5 A-C 1-5
87-91 88-92
A-C 5-6
91
A-B 6-7
85-91
A-C 7-8
91-97
A-C 7-8 A-C 9-10
88-96 83-93
ESTIMATED dBA
DOSIMETER-TWA
dBA
80 85
90
REMARKS
94.1
94.4 96.0
96.6
Consider all Mill Operators Exposed >90dBA
93.7
101
96.6 94,7
.
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HILLSBORO 'B' PIPE PLANT PIPE MACHINE
FIGURE 7
10/83
1 .TTION
Mixer Operator (4) Machine Tender (5) Press Operator (4) Mandrel Handler (5) Tray Unloader (2) Manufacturing
"upervisor (7) ; toclave Truck VCii'I>river
Relief Operator
LOCATION
A-B 5-7 C-E 4-7 E 4-6 C-D 4-6 C-E 1-2 A-E 1-7
C-E 1-2
A-E 1-7
SOUNO PRESSURE LEVEL (dRA)
72-86 81-94 86-94 87-94 79-82 79-94
79-82
79-94
ESTIMATED dBA
DOSIMETER-TWA
dBA
80 85
90
86.4 92.6 92.1 93.1 88.4
REMARKS
90.9
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HILLSBORO 'B' PIPE PLANT FINISHING DEPARTMENT
5
FIGURE 8
10/83
POSITION Lathe Operator Hydrotester Finisher y-Vorklift Driver
LOCATION
SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL (dRA)
A'-C 1-3 B-C 1-2 C-E 1-3
1~3
85-105 98-100 87-97 87-94
ESTIMATED dRA
DOSIMETER-TWA
dRA
80 85
90
REMARKS
95.6 95.2 94.2 94.3
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HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT EPOXY DEPARTMENT
FIGURE 9
6/82
POSITION Pipe Cleaner Coupling Painter
LOCATION
SOUND
PRESSURE LEVEL (dBA)
A-D 8
C-D 4-5
DOSIMETER-TMA
ESTIMATED
dBA
dBA
80 85
90
REMARKS
<85*
84.7 (1) Classified Person in Epoxy Department Not running at this time.
fl)02M3T
c
HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT MISCELLANEOUS JOB POSITIONS
FIGURE 10
6/82 POSITION
LOCATION
SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL (dBA)
Fittings Maker (2)
Fittings Area
79-85
Mechanic (11)
Maintenance
Boiler Operator (3)
Machinist (3) Electrician (1)
Plant B
77-87
Boiler Rm.
Maintenance 72-80
Maintenance
Maintenance Supervisor (3)
Maintenance
Equipment Operator (3) Yard
Bulk Cement Unloader (1)
Yard
Warehouse Supervisor (1)
pressure Operator (1)
Loading Laborer (1)
Truck Driver (1)
Shipping Supervisor (1)
Lab Technician (1)
Yard
Yard Yard Yard Yard
Lab
ESTIMATED dBA
DOSIMETER-TWA
dBA
80 85
90
REMARKS
89.2
86.9 86.1
1 Boiler running
83.5 83.4 82.4
Doors closed
88.8 89.8
<85
78.4 <85
89.5 78.0
85.7
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Industrial Hygiene Survey Hillsboro Asbestos/Cement Pipe Plant October 17-20, 1983
Appendix I Monitoring/Analytical Procedures
and Current Standards
Asbestos
Personal samples. Area samples (which reflect employee exposure levels) and Area/Environmental/Engineering samples were obtained on Millipore 0.8 micrometer Mixed Cellulose Ester Filters (MCEF). DuPont P4000 and P2500 air sampling pumps were calibrated before and after each sampling day to approximately 2-liters per minute (1pm). In most cases, a series of three or four different filter samples were obtained for the person or area to establish an 8-hour time-weighted average concentration (TWA).
The analysis was conducted according to the USPHS/NIOSH Membrane Filter Method for Evaluating Airborne Asbestos Fibers (P & CAM 239) by an experienced fiber counter who was trained by NIOSH. Fibers were counted on a Nikon Model 96982 phase contrast microscope at 400X magnification.
The current OSHA standard is given in 29 CFR 1910.1001. It calls for an employee TWA airborne limit of two fibers, longer than 5 micrometers, per cubic centimeter of air (f/cc). Also, no employee shall be exposed at anytime to airborne concentrations in excess of 10 f/cc.
Dust Sampling
Total dust samples were obtained on MSA FWS-B polyvinyl chloride filters. Gravimetric analyses were accomplished on a Cahn C-25 electrobalance according to methods given in the OSHA Industrial Hygiene Field Operations Manual April 2, 1979. DuPont P4000 and P2500 air sampling pumps were utilized for area samples and were calibrated at approximately 1.7-2.0 liters per minute before and after each sampling day.
The percent free silica (quartz, christobalite, tridymite) in the airborne dust samples were analyzed by the National Loss Control Service Corporation (NATLSCO of Long Grove, 111.). The method utilized for these analysis was NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods, 2nd. Edition, P&CAM 259. This method utilized the redeposition of the particulate material into a silver membrane filter followed by x-ray diffraction scan for the silica peaks.
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The limit for Total Nuisance particulates is 15 mg/m3. The permissible exposure for silica dust is a function of the percentage of silica in the dust sample obtained as follows:
Silica (Crystalline):
Quartz (Respirable) = 10 mg/m3 % Si02 + 2
Quartz (Total Dust) = 30 mg/m^ % Si02 + 2
Noise
A B & K 2215 precision sound level meter with a B & K 4165 1/2 inch microphone, was utilized to obtain sound pressure level measurements. This instrument was calibrated before and after this survey. A 3" foam sphere was used as a microphone windscreen. The reference for all sound pressure level measurements is 0.0002 microbar.
DuPont Model D-376 and D-381 audiodosimeters utilized during this survey were set at the 80 dBA cutoff mode.
The DuPont audiodosimeters were calibrated before and after each day of dosimetry sampling utilizing the DuPont Audiodosimeter Calibrator Model C-114 by the direct reading method. Before and after each survey week the audiodosimeters were calibrated by the time calibration procedure utilizing the DuPont calibrator C-114 and Model R225 readout. This calibration was done for 5-minutes, 10-seconua at 114 dB to give an expected 30% +/- 4% result.
Also used for evaluating noise exposures, was the Metrosonics db 301/652 Metrologging System and the db-306 Sound Level Analyzer. The db-301 is used for correcting the basic sound level data in either a time history or statistical distribution computer program. The db-652 receives the data from the db-301, processes it, and provides a printout of the two program formats. The 80 dB cutoff mode is incorporated into these programs.
The db-301 and db-306 models were calibrated before and after each survey day with a Metrosonics CL-302 Calibrator.
The permissible OSHA noise exposure, (29 CFR 1910.95), ranges between 90 decibels for 8-hours per day through 115 decibels for a maximum duration of 1/4-hour per day. The maximum permissible audiodosimeter dose is 100% on the 85 and 80 dBA modes.
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< 51139
respirators, and to assure that all such
multiples of the reduced PEL of 0.5 f/cc. Authority and Signature
employees participate in the program nd are informed of specified categories J information. OSHA considers this
provision to be "necessary" within the meaning of section 6(c) of the AcL to reduce the grave danger faced by asbestos exposed employees. The absence of a training program requirement in the asbestos standard has been pointed out as one of the serious deficiencies of the current standard. OSHA believes that participation in an adequate training program is essential for the protection of employees because most protective provisions enlist the employee as an active participant For example, many employees handling asbestos depend on effective work practices. Without training in applying these work . practices, employee protection would be
rather than multiples of the previous 2 il cc permissible limit. For example,
This document was prepared under the direction of Thome C. Auchtcr.
approved air purifying respirators may be used only where asbestos concentrations ere not expected to exceed 5 f/cc (10 x the PEL). Before the ETS. because the PEL was 2 f/cc. such respirators could be used where asbestos concentrations would not have exceeded 20 f/cc (10.x the PEL of 2 f/cc).
Similarly, powered air purifying
Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupations! Safety and Health. U.S. Department of Labor. 200 Constitution Avenue. NW. Washington. DC 20210. Pursuant to Sections 6(b). 6(c). 8(c) and 8(g) of the Act. 29 CrR 1910.1001 is amended by adding a new paragraph (k I as set forth below.
respirators may be used where asbestos (Secs. Sib). 6(c). 8(c) *nd S|g). Pub. L 91-590.
concentrations do not exceed 100 timesthe PEL which at the new level of 0.5 (/
64 Slat 1593.1590.1599.1600; 29 US.C 655. 657: Sec. 107. Pub. L 91-54. 63 Slat. 96 (40 U.S.C. 333); 29 CF3 Part 1911: Secretary of
cc is 50 f/cc. Previously, employers
Labor's Order No. 9-S3 (48 FR 35736))
could have used such respirators at concentrations up to 200 f/cc.
Signed at Washington. D.C- this 2nd day uf November 1983.
It is likely that the main impact of the Thome G. Auchter.
reduced PEL on respirator choice will be Asstsicn; Secretary ofLabor. In operations and industries where
exposure levels are between 5 f/cc and - [ PART 1910--(AMENDED]
inadequate. Where the employee plays a 20 f/cc. Formerly, employees exposed in
more passive role in his protection such this range could use helf-mask air
Section 1910.1001 of Part 1910 of Title
at where engineering controls are relied purifying respirators: now they must be : 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations is
on. training is also essential, because
protected by a powered air purifying
hereby amended by adding a new
the employee must know the sources of respirator or a full facepiece respirator, paragraph (k) reading as follows:
workplace asbestos contamination, and or they may use a supplied air
the health hazards of asbestos exposure, respirator.
*
'51910.1001 Asbestos.
in order to assess his own exposure situation and to help recognize when engineering controls are not operating properly. Certainly where housekeeping .lays an important roie in control, instruction about housekeeping methods, for example, frequent vacuuming, is essential Perhaps most importanly. where employee protection depends upon respirator use. OS1 lA's experience shows that training employees in the use. fitting and limitations of respirators is critical tu the effectiveness of respirator protection. Accordingly this requirement applies where airborne concentrations are reasonably expected to exceed &5 f/
6. Paragraph (kl(Ph Warning signs during the ETS. The ETS requires that legible signs warning of the health hazards of asbestos be displayed at locutions where airborne concentrations of asbestos fibers exceed the reduced exposure limit of 0-S f/cc. No specific legend is required signs for newly posted during the ETS. OSHA wishes to make as practicable as possible the rapid posting of signs, especially in workplaces where there has been previous non-compliance and in areas where asbestos concentrations were formerly below the 2J) f/cc PEL
XL Public Participation
\ (k) Emergency temporary stcr.dcrd effective November 4. 2083.--(1) Scope.This emergency temporary standard is (issued pursuant to section 6(c) of the i Act and applies to ail workplaces where [employees may be exposed loasbeslus in all industries covered by the Act. : including, general industry, construction j and maritime. Except to the extent / modified by this emergency temporary standard all provisions of 4 1910.1001
remain in effect..
(2) Permissible leveis of exposure. The 8-hour time-weighted average airborne concentration of asbestos fibers to which any employee may be
cc. even if employees use respirators to reduce breathing zone concentrations and thereby comply with the ETS.
As set forth in paragraph |k)(4) the employer must inform the employee of
Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views and arguments with respect to the revisions to the asbestos standard made by the ETS. These comments must be
; exposed shall not exceed one-half (0.5) j fiber, longer than 5 micrometers, per cubic centimeter of air. as determined . by the method prescribed in paragraph ; (e) of this section.
the health effects of asbestos exposure: postmarked oh or before January X 1964 j (3) Methods of compliance with thr
the relationship between asbestos and smoking in producing lung cancer the
and sent to the Docket OfTtcer. Docket ! emergency temporary standard.
No. H-033C. Occupational Safety &
! Notwithstanding any other requirements
operations exposing employees to
Health Administration. U-S. Department j of this section, compliance with the
osbestos fibers and necessary protective of Labor. 200 Constitution Avenue. NW_ j reduced exposure limit of 0J f/cc shall
steps to minimize exposure: the purpose, Room S-6232. Washington. D.C 20210. j be achieved by any feasible
proper use. fitting instructions and* limitations of respirators, and the
The data, views and arguments that are submitted will be available for
combination of engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective
contents of all the provisions of the
public inspection and copying at the
equipment and devices.
Asbestos Standard at 1910.1001.
above address. All timely written
(4) Employes information and
S. Paragraph (k)fSI Respiratory
submissions will be made a part of the training.--(i| As soon as possible, but
protection during the ETS. The ETS
record of the proceeding.
not later than thirty (30) days from the
adds a new paragraph (k)(5| which includes a table which ties respirator
List of Subjects in 2$ CFR Part 1910
effective date of this emergency temporary standard, the employer shall
selection to the 0.5 f/cc PEL Under thr
Occupational safety and health.
institute a training program for all
ETS. the concentration cut-offs for
Asbestos. Health. Emergency temporary employees exposed to airborne
various kinds of respirators are
standard. Cancer.
concentrations of asbestos in excess of
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t 0.5 f/cc. without regard to the use of respirators and shall assure their participation in the program during the effective period of this emergency temporary standard. "i) The employer shall assure that . such employee is informed of the following: (A) The health effects associated with asbestos exposure: (B) The relationship between asbestos and smoking in producing lung cancer (C) The nature of operations which could result in exposure to asbestos and necessary protective steps to minimize exposure including, as applicable, engineering controls, work practices,
respirators, housekeeping and protective clothing:
(D) Tne purpose, proper use. fitting instructions and limitations of respirators permitted by the standard; and
(E) A review of all the provisions .
: contained in 1910.1001. t (5) Respiratory protection during the
ETS. Notwithstanding any other requirement cf this section, where
respirators are used to achieve the permissible exposure limit of 0.5 f/cc they shall be selected according to Table 1.
(6} Wcming signs during the 75. In addition to the requirements of
paragraph (g}(l) of this section, legible signs warning of the health hazards of asbestos shall be provided and
displayed at each location where airborne concentrations of asbestos fibers may exceed 0.5 f/cc.
table i
1 Respiratory Protection For AiroorneConcentrations of Asoestos .
Airocme Concentration of Asbestos (Twa) Not In excess of 5 f/cc (10 1 PELj Not in excess of 50 f/cc 1100 X pa>
treater than 50 f/cc
Reouirea Respirator^
Aeusanlc or single use air purifying respirator
Full facepiece air purifying respirator, or a powered air purifying res pirator
A type *C* continuous flow or pressure oesand, supplied air respirator.
* Respirators specified for hign concentrations say Oe used at io>er concentrations of asoestos.
(Secs. 6(b). 6(c). 6(e) and 6(g). Pub. L 91-696. 64 Sul 1593,1596.13S9. ItjOO; S3 VS.C 655. 657; Set 107. Pub. L 91-54.63 Stal 96 (40
US.C. S3): 39 CPU Part 5311. Secretary of Labor's Order No. P-83 (46 FS 31730))
irsOxoacnriMiwaaiiiirmi mjjno coot tsto-n-M
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APPENDIX III INDUSTRIAL VENTILATION
500 cfm
1
Duct velocity=3500 fpm Entry foss= 3.5 VP in duct riser (Point A)
For booth enclosure, see VS-40!
AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF GOVERNMENTAL INDUSTRIAL HYGIENISTS
RADIAL SAW
DATE 1-68
VS-709
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He still recommends, though, that employers continue to log the inspec
tor's activities.
OSHA RELAXES NOISE STANDARD TO 100 DBA!
In a surprise move, OSHA issued instruction CPL 2-2.35, Enforce ment of the Occupational Noise Exposure Standard, effective November 9, 1983, in which engineering and administrative controls are not to be required until the Time-Weighted Average noise exposure has reached 100 dBA or, equivalently, a dosimeter exposure value of 400%. The enforcement principles of this instruction are:
"The enforcement of 29 CFR 19l0.95(bXl) will allow employers to rely on personal protective equipment and a hearing conservation pro gram, rather than engineering and administrative controls, when hear ing protectors will effectively attenuate the noise received by the employee's ear to levels specified in Table G-16 or G-16a of the stand ard. The principles set forth below and Appendix A of this instruction are provided to aid in this evaluation. Professional judgement is necessary to supplement these general guidelines. In cases where de viations from these guidelines seem to be warranted, the Regional Office shall consult the Directorate of Field Operations.
"1. Area directors shall issue citations for violations of 29 CFR 1910.95(bXH when engineering and/or administrative controls are both technically and economically feasible; and
"a. Employee's exposure levels are so high that hearing protectors alone may not reliably reduce noise levels received by the employee's ear to the levels specified in Table G-16 or G-16a of the standard. Given the present state of the art, hearing protectors which offer the greatest attenuation may not reliably be used when employee exposure levels border on 100 dBA. (See Appendix A.)
"b. The costs of engineering and/or administrative controls are less than the cost of an effective hearing conservation program.
"NOTE: See Chapter III of the Field Operations Manual for guidelines on technical and economic feasibility. In addition, in the National Office the Directorate of Technical Support is a resource for infor mation on engineering control costs and technological feasibility data requested by Regional Offices.
"2. A control is not reasonably necessary when an employer has an on-going hearing conservation program and the results of audiometric testing indicate that any existing controls and hearing protectors are adequately protecting employees. Take into consideration such factors as the exposure levels in question, the number of employees tested, and the duration of the testing program.
"3. When employee noise exposures are less than 100 dBA and an em ployer does not have an on-going hearing conservation program or the results of audiometric testing indicate that the employer's existing program is not working, consider whether:
"a. Reliance on an effective hearing conservation program would be less costly than engineering and/or administrative controls.
"b. Improvements could be made to the hearing conservation proaram which could bring the employer into compliance with Table G-16 or G-16a.
"c. Engineering and/or administrative controls are both technic ally and economically feasible.
"NOTE: If noise levels which are received by the employee's car can be reduced to the levels specified in G-16 or G-16a, citations un der the hearing conservation standard should be considered rather than citations requiring engineering controls. If improvements in the hear
ing conservation program cannot be made and feasible controls exist, a citation under 1910.95(bXl) should be considered. The Area Director
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shall discuss such cases with the Regional Administrator prior to issuing a citation. When the Regional Office determines that controls are justifiable, the Regional Administrator shall contact the Director of Field Operations. A decision will be made at the National Office level and communicated to the Area Director through the Regional Ad ministrator. The citation shall not, however, be delayed beyond 6 months."
Thorne G. Auchter, Assistant Secretary. Distribution: National, Regional and Area Offices, All Compliance Officers, State Designees, NIOSH Regional Program Directors, 7(cXl)
Project Managers.
\
\ RECAP OF THE MAJOR POINTS: These guidelines result from the November 1982, Castle & Cooke
Foods court decision. Engineering and/or administriative controls will be required
when exposure levels are so high that hearing protectors alone may not provide enough protection. Engineering and/or administrative controls are not required if the employer has an effective hearing conservation program. It is assumed that hearing protectors will not be sufficient for / exposures exceeding 100 dBA. If the employer's hearing conservation program is not providing adequate protection, the National Office will decide if engin eering and/or administrative controls are justified...evgn for
***e*xp*o*su*res*b*e*low**10*0 *dB*A.********************
NOISE CONTROL COSTS FIVE TIMES MORE THAN THE VALUE OF THE NOISE MAKER A noise expert for the Dolese Company (OSHRC #76-3460) testified
that a crawler crane valued at $1200.00 could be modified to protect the operator from excessive noise exposure. Only one operator was in volved, and the noise control modification was predicted to cost at least $5,800.00. A Review Commission judge originally vacated the citation on the grounds that the costs of the controls outweighed the benefits that would be achieved.
On remand, the judge ruled that the proposed modification of the crane was technologically feasible, and cited the Review Commission's precedent in the Sun Ship, Inc. ruling of December 1982 in requiring that the modifications to the crane be made. The employer's argument that hearing protectors provided better protection at lower cost was rejected because in the Sun Ship ruling, the Review Commission held that cost-benefit analyses do not apply in safety and health matters.
**********
OSHA has recently completed an amendment to the noise rules gen-
erly referred to as the "Hearing Conservation Amendment". That amend
ment became effective on 7 April 1983 but had no effect on the 90 dBA
action level for engineering solutions.
It was announced in October that OSHA is scheduled to begin a re
view of the engineering requirements of Sections (a) and (b) in June
1984.
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According to William Ihde of S V Engineering, Inc., management has several incentives for installing engineering controls in foundries. One incentive has been OSIIA's recent position that excessive noise is a serious violation that carries fines in excess of $200.00 per violation. Another incentive, Ihde says, is the compensation cost for noise-induced
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South Carolina inspectors conducted eight cotton dust in spections in their stale. However, since the standard look c(T<.ct, federal OSHA has conducted only four inspections, all
sponsc to complaints, in the two states under federal cmorccmcnt jurisdiction, Frumin reported.
"This policy against enforcement," he asserted, "has had the practical effect of ejemptino cotton textile employers from the need to comply with the standard."
Joan Ciaybrook, president of Public Citizen Research Croup, suggested that the Administration's "disastrous poli cies" on enforcement could be corrected if Auchter would ask Congress for more inspectors, substantially increase follow-up inspections, immediately halt current targeting policies, and discontinue the policy of evaluating compliance officers based on their ability to settle as many contested cases as possible.
Noise
OSHA ENFORCEMENT INSTRUCTIONS ALLOW USE OF PROTECTORS TO COMPLY WITH NOISE RULE
New enforcement instructions issued Nov. 9 by the Occu pational Safety and Health Administration to its field staff will allow employers to rely on hearing protectors and a hearing conservation program to comply with the OSHA noise standard, rather than engineering and administrative noise controls, when the protectors can effectively reduce employee noise exposure to levels specified in the standard.
However, the agency said that feasible engineering and /or administrative controls are required when exposure levels are so high (in the area of 100 dBA) that relying on
ring protectors alone may not provide adequate election. The agency issued the new instructions to address the ruling of the UJS. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in the case of Donovan v. Castle and Cooke Foods and OSHRC (Current Report, Dec. 2, 1982, p. 541). The court held in that case that the implementation of engineering and/or administrative controls could not be required under the noise standard without comparing the relative costs and relative effectiveness of these abatement methods with personal protective equipment
Adequate Protection
OSHA said that administrative or engineering control of noise "is not reasonably necessary when an employer has an ongoing hearing conservation program and the results of audiometric testing indicate that any existing controls and hearing protectors are adequately protecting employees."
To make that determination, the number of employees tested and the duration of the testing program should be taken into account.
Whenever a hearing conservation program appears not to be providing adequate protection for employees who are exposed to noise levels less than 100 dBA. a decision will be made at OSHA's national office as to whether engineering and/or administrative controls arc justifiable.
When employee noise exposures arc less than 100 dBA and an employer docs not have an ongoing hearing conservation orogram or the results of audiomctric testing indicate that
? employer's existing program is not working, enforce ment personnel were advised to consider the following:
Whether reliance on an effective hearing conservation program would he less costly than engineering and,-or ad ministrative controls.
661
Whether improvements could be made to the hearing conservation program which could bring the employer into compliance with Table 0-16 or G-16a of the standard.
Whether engineering and/or administrative controls ire both technically and economically feasible.
Section 1910.95(bXl) requires employers to first attempt to use feasible administrative or engineering controls when employees arc subjected to noise levels exceeding those listed in the standard. Hearing protection can be used only if such measures fail to reduce sound levels to within the limits of the standard.
The agency said if employee noise doses can be reduced to levels specified in the standard, citations under the hearing conservation amendment should be considered rather than citations requiring engineering controls.
If improvements in the hearing conservation program cannot be made and feasible controls exist, a citation under 1910.95(bXl) should be considered, the agency said, adding that the area director will discuss such cases with the regional administrator prior to issuing a citation. When the OSHA regional office determines that controls are justifi able, the regional administrator shall contact the director of OSHA field operations. A decision will be made at the national office level and communicated to the area director through the regional administrator.
Determining Degree of Protection
OSHA told its enforcement personnel that when compar ing the relative degree of attenuation of personal protectors and engineering and/or administrative controls, they must consider and document the following factors:
Appendix B of the noise standard should be used to determine the laboratory-based noise reduction for a given hearing protector. However, enforcement personnel were instructed to apply a safety factor of 50 percent (divide the calculated laboratory-based attenuation value in half), be cause lab attenuation values are seldom achieved in the workplace.
The adjusted attenuation values should be sufficient to reduce employee exposure levels to within the limits of the standard. However, OSHA said that "depending on the spe cifics of the case," an exception may be appropriate when an employer is in compliance with the hearing conservation amendment and has a history of an effective hearing conser vation program.
* Documentation of any hearing loss must include the amount of hearing ability lost and date if, was recorded, exposure level, frequency and duration of exposure, length of employment, explanation of any followup measures tak en, and any other pertinent information.
The estimated costs for engineering controls must be "reasonable" and include the annualized cost of installing controls and. if available, the annual cost of their mainte nance and costs due to any resulting loss of productivity or efficiency, according to the guidelines.
The agency said that in order to consider the permanency of engineering controls, enforcement personnel should com pare the estimated cost for engineering controls to the estimated annual cost of a hearing conservation program multiplied by the approximate number of years the controls would be effective.
An anticipated reduction in employee noise exposures should be considered significant if a three to five dll de crease is achieved by one. or a combination of the following: source controls, controlling the industrial environment by
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measures such as barriers and enclosures, or adminislnlivc controls.
When evaluating control options, enforcement personnel r consider all types of abatement possibilities. OSIIA s.. for example, that partial use of controls "may be beneficial to implement some of the controls while forego ing more costly ones." OSIIA also said that abatement plans may include plans for replacing process equipment with quieter equipment that will significantly reduce exposure levels and make interim engineering controls for existing machinery impractical.
Enforcement
OSHA TO LAUNCH `NEW INITIATIVE' AIMED AT IMPROVING WORKPLACE HEALTH PROGRAMS
NEW ORLEANS -- (By a BNA Staff Correspondent) -- In the "near future" the Occupational Safety and Health Ad ministration will launch a "new initiative" aimed at improv ing long-range workplace health programs while ensuring compliance with the agency's standards as well as control ling potential health hazards. Deputy Assistant Labor Secre tary Patrick R. Tyson announced Nov. 3.
Tyson called on members of the American Academy of Occupational Medicine, the American Academy of Industri al Hygiene, and others in the workplace health eofnmunity, for their support and active participation, saying it is "cru cial" to the success of OSHA's program. Tyson said that the agency's new policy, together with the assistance of health professionals, "is the only one that makes sense" for solving workplace health problems. More than 500 occupational physicians and industrial hygienists attended the Joint Con' te on Occupational Health meeting Nov. 2-4.
..i the past, the agency has relied on standards and enforcement to accomplish the objectives spelled out in the Occupational Safety and Health Act. While OSHA remains committed to issuing "effective, well-crafted rules," and improving and "enforcing those on the books," Tyson said that it now will focus on the provision in the Act charging the agency with the responsibility "to stimulate employers and employees to institute new and to perfect existing programs for providing safe and healthful workplaces."
The agency's approach to workplace health programs is patterned after its safety targeting system which is aimed at conducting inspections at the most hazardous manufac turing worksites. Tyson described the new focus as a "dou ble-edged incentive" which recognizes employers with good worker health systems while concentrating inspections on those with poor programs.
Reliance would be on the OSHA inspector's "informed judgment" to use the employer's records to estimate the "scope and severity of potential hazards." he explained. If the employer's record and the inspector's short-term sam pling indicate that hazards arc well controlled, then the inspector can move on to another area of the plant or to a different workplace.
Tyson said that the agency wants employers to know that this "common sense" approach, which is basically how the agency's inspection system currently is working, will create the incentive for workplaces to strengthen their health programs. "The better your program." he declared, "the less <' -e your workplace will undergo a lengthy OSHA .. etion."
OSIIA also will use training and education as a way to
promote workplace health, giving "$|iccinl consideration" to grant applications for health protection projects and offer
ing more courses at the agency's training institute on the establishment and management of workplace health systems.
Effective Program Elements
Tyson described for the audience some of the key ele ments for an effective workplace health system which were developed by the agency as a result of a conference on the issue last year and a follow-up field managers' conference during the summer (Current Report, July 21, p. 171). As a minimum the system must require compliance with OSHA standards; must have labor and management support; must contain written objectives, policies, and procedures; must have a plan for the recognition and abatement of hazards; should prescribe specific work practice procedures; and incorporate employee training and education.
Further, the OSHA official said that the program must be staffed by qualified and professional health personnel, and must provide for industrial hygiene monitoring, medical surveillance, and the retention of records with employees having access to data on hazardous substances. Hazards, he added, should be controlled through "cost-effective engi neering controls wherever technologically feasible" and use of personal protective equipment should be permitted where engineering controls are not feasible.
In response to audience concern that OSHA's policies are in fact "opening up a can of worms" leading to employer falsification of records, Tyson conceded that the agency is aware of this "potential." However, he maintained that OSHA is doing "enough records checks to keep them [em ployers] honest" and will issue citations when false records are discovered, either through reviews by inspectors or employee complaints.
NIOSH Also Seeks Assistance ~
J. Donald Millar, director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, also called on the health professionals to help his agency with its data collection. In many cases, he said, the agency does not have sufficient data to tell "where we are or where we are going." He noted that this has been one of the main complaints that the institute has received in comments on its list of the 10 leading causes of occupational disease and injury -- that the agency lacks the required data to justify its ranking. "The collection of data without feedback or action is useless," he commented.
In his remarks Nov. 2. Millar also told the gathering that he wants to re-establish the cooperative programs, that once existed between the two professional groups and the insti tute. In particular, he said he wants to "revitalize" the now defunct system whereby association experts review NIOSH's criteria documents, as well as other publications, before they are released. Millar reported that he has put Dr. Frank Mitchell in charge of working out the details and setting up communications between NIOSH, AAOM, and AAIH.
In another area, Millar reported that the institute is in the "final stages" of selecting members for us newly formed Board of Scientific Counselors, which is intcmlo.l to provide advice to the institute to ensure scicntmc quality and timeli ness in NIOSH research (Current Report. July 14. p. Ifil). Millar said that he expects the peer review group to begin work in early 1984.
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CTD020348
FOLLOW-UP
CertainTeed
Date
November 30,_1983
;ct HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT
ASBESTOS FIBER SAMPLING RESULTS
NOVEMBER 28, 1983
To
Jack Anderson From
Peter Norris
Location and mail
Hillsboro, 257 Location and mail code
_1125/4____________
cc: B. Haigh - Hillsboro, 257 D. Hall - 2125/2B
The results of asbestos fiber sampling performed by B. Haigh on November 28, 1983 shows that the Rework Saw and the Small Coupling Tester Operators are still exposed in excess of 0.5 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc) OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS). The results are listed in the attached table.
The Rework Saw Operator was exposed to 0.64 f/cc which is above the OSHA ETS of 0.5 f/cc and higher than the sample taken during the week of October 17-20, 1983.
Exposures tothe Small Coupling Tester were 0.3 f/cc and 0.48 f/cc, resulting in a time-weighted average (TWA) of 0.38 f/cc. This level is below the OSHA ETS, but statistically the operator may still be overexposed. Table I also shows that based on a 95% confidence limit, exposure in excess of the ETS is still a possibility.
These samples were taken after a curtain was installed between the open door and the Rework Saw to hopefully block any air drafts which would carry the dust from this operation over to the Small Coupling Tester. Also, the hopper used by the Rework Saw Operator was moved closer to him to lessen the airborne dust produced when throwing the pieces into the hopper.
If you need more assistance, don't hesitate to contact me.
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CTD020349
SAMPLE NO. N738 N677 N802 N798 ~ N733
TABLE I
HILLSBORO ASBESTOS SAMPLES
POSITION Sm. Cplg. Tester Sm. Cplg. Tester Rework Saw Rework Saw BLANK
FIBERS/FIELD 2,08 2.96 5.56
0.01
FIBERS/CC 0.30 0.48 0.64
Voided
TWA-F/CC 0.38
0.64
EXPOSURE SAMPLING CONFIDENCE LIMITS
Lower Confidence Limit (LCL) - 95% = Y - SAE Upper Confidence Limit (UCL) - 95% = Y + SAE
X - Samples N738 & N677 Concentration - 0.38 f/cc PEL - Asbestos, 0.5 f/cc SAE - Asbestos, 0-25 f/cc
Y = X/PEL Y = .38/.5 Y = .76
LCL (95%) = Y - SAE = .76 - .25
LCL = .51
UCL (95%) = Y + SAE = .76 + .25
UCL = 1.01
If LCL <_ 1 and UCL exceeds the PEL.
1, the true exposure possibly
CTD020350
CertainTeed
Date December 5, 1983
ecl Asbestos Sampling Results Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant
November 30, 1983
To Location and mail code
Jack Anderson From
Hillsboro, 257 Location and mail code
Peter Norris
fJ 1125/4
cc: B. Haigh - Hillsboro, 257 D. Hall - 2125/2B
Asbestos fiber sampling performed by B. Haigh on November 30, 1983 show exposures to the Coupling Cutoff Saw and Rework Saw Operators to be consistently above the 0.5 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc) limit. Exposure to the Small Coupling Tester was less than the 0.5 f/cc limit.
The 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposures to the operators are as follows:
Coupling Cutoff Saw - 0.81 f/cc
Rework Saw
- 0.5 f/cc
Small Coupling Tester - 0.26 f/cc
All three operations were running during this sampling period. Other than that, conditions remained the same as the November 28th sampling with the curtain located between the plant opening and rework saw and the pipe hoppers moved closer to the operators.
Refer to the attached table for sample details.
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CTD020351
TABLE I
SAMPLE N0.~ N723 N559
N685 N746
P004 N691
HILLSBORO ASBESTOS SAMPLING NOVEMBER 30, 1983
LOCATION Cplg. Cutoff Saw Cplg. Cutoff Saw
FIBERS/FIELD 5.9 6.3
FIBERS/CC 0.76 0.86
Rework Saw Rework Saw
3.6 0.47 4.0 0.53
Cplg. Tester Cplg. Tester
1.5 0.27 0.6 0.23
TWA-F/CC 0.81
0.5
0.26
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CTD020352
Certairfleed
Date December 15, 1983
Oject HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT
'W'
ASBESTOS FIBER SAMPLING RESULTS
December 7, 1983
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To Location and mail code
J. Anderson
From
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ll(TVU^ P. Norris v v
Hillsboro, 257 Location and mail code
VF 1125/4
cc:
B. Haigh - Hillsboro, 257 D. Hall - 2125/2B J. McGinley - 2125/2B
The results of asbestos fiber sampling by B. Haigh on December 7, 1983 show time weighted average exposures to the Plant B Mandrel Handler (0.1 f/cc) and Press Operator (0.05 f/cc) to be below the 0.5 f/cc level. Exposure to the Press Operator (0.43 f/cc) in Plant A is still statistically above the 0.5 f/cc level.
The results_ are listed in the attached Asbestos Monitoring Data Sheets and the 95% Confidence Level calculations for the Plant A Press Operator are in Table I.
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CTD020353
TABLE I EXPOSURE SAMPLING CONFIDENCE LEVELS
Lower Confidence Limit (LCL) - 95% = Y - SAE Upper Confidence Limit (UCL) - 95% = Y + SAE
X = Samples N811 & N817 TWA exposure to Plant A Press Operator - 0.43 f/cc
PEL = Asbestos - 0.5 f/cc
SAE = Asbestos - 0.25 f/cc
Y = X/PEL Y = 0.43/0.5 Y = 0.86
LCL (95%) LCL
= Y - SAE = 0.86 - 0.25 = 0.61
UCL (95%) = =
UCL =
Y + SAE 0.86 + 0.25 1.11
If LCL 1 and UCL > 1, the true exposure possibly exceeds the PEL.
CTD020354
CertainTeed
Date January 30, 1984
__ hject
Hillsboro A/C Pipe Plant Asbestos Fiber Sampling Results January 18, 1984
To
J. Anderson From
Peter Norris
Location and mail code
Hillsboro, i/257 Location and mail code
1125/4
B. Haigh - Hillsboro D. Hall - 2125/2B J. McGinley - 2125/2B
The results of asbestos fiber sampling by B. Haigh on January 18, 1984 shows a time weighted average exposure to the line //I Hydrotester Operator of 0.405 f/cc. This exposure is still statistically above the 0.5 f/cc level.
The results are listed on the attached Asbestos Monitoring Data Sheet and the 95% confidence level calculation for the Hydrotester is in Table I.
CTD020355
TABLE I EXPOSURE SAMPLING CONFIDENCE LEVEL
Lower Confidence Limit (LCL) - 95% = Y - SAE
Upper Confidence Limit (UCL) - 95% = Y+ SAE
*
X = Sample N818 & N1826 TWA exposure to line #1 Hydrotester Operator - 0.405 f/cc
PEL = Asbestos - 0.5 f/cc SAE = Asbestos - 0.25 f/cc
Y = X/PEL Y = 0.405/0.5 Y = 0.81 LCL (95%) = Y - SAE = 0.81 - 0.25 LCL = 0.56
UCL (95%) = Y + SAE = 0.81 + 0.25
UCL = 1.06
If LCL and UCL ^ 1, the true exposure possibly exceeds the PEL
CTd020356
Certairileedm
Subject
Date
T
Location and mail code
___ March 13. 1984_______ __ Mr ._Peter Norris_____ ___ V-F. H?S/4__________ Location and mail code
1st Quality Progress Report Hillsboro A/C 7J. L. Anderson cc: J. P. McGinley
#257 Hillsboro
41-2S-OOOS
The following report is submitted in accordance with your recommen dation No. 7 in your report of the survey, October 17 - 20, 1983.
1. The exhaust ventilation ductwork has been inspected and no clogs nor leakage was discovered. The fan speed has been checked and it is running at the design rpm.
2. The local exhaust ventilation and ductwork has been redesigned and installed in accordance with your recommendation in appendix III of your report. Although this design did not result in the fiber count falling within acceptable limits it has helped. ? ^[l&
3. A windbreak was installed between the small rework saw and the ?
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door preventing wind entrainment of dust from the saw flowing into the Cp/ Scuo-^'^^ '
coupling tester area. After this installation, the coupling testers were resampled and the counts are below the .37 limit/' ^ The results of (2
these counts have been duly documented and recorded. In view of the
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favorable counts, respirator protection is not required.
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4. The Press Operator in A plant has been resampled. The count is SV a (-CS
still above the .37 allowable, therefore respiratory protection is required for this employee as well as the mandrel handler working on the other side of the machine. Work is continuing on this problem and
1 d<-c '3 2^ f( cc
our progess will be reported in the next report.
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The B plant machine tender and press operator have been resampled and
acceptable counts were obtained. 'pit'.-. C? - o. cm' J f .
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We have not attempted an engineering control for the problem of the
Line 1 Hydrotester. This will be accomplished this quarter.
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5. Hearing protectors are now mandatory in all areas of the plant
other than the maintenance shop.
This is a most difficult matter to enforce because the employees dislike the requirement intensely. If we can come up with an engineering control for noise, it will help considerably with our employee morale.
6. All employees have been notified of the results of the measure ments. The proper documentation has been completed and entered into their files in accordance with company procedure. The results are also permanently displayed,^M-jft&?Hployees1 bulletin board.
CTD020357
Mr. Peter Norria March 13, 1984 Page 2
We are currently preparing a instantaneous recovery of all ways:
( a ) by name (b) by occupation (c) by fiber count (d) by date
computer file which will counts classified in the
allow us following
This work is expected to be completed this quarter.
General Comments
Although we have not completed all of our goals in the area of indus trial hygiene, we have made some significant starts.
1. We have purchased 2 additional portable vacuum cleaners which have been placed in the finishing departments. General area housekeeping is greatly improved.
2. We have received approval to install a developmental random cutter which may greatly reduce use of the rework saw. This equipment will be similar to the F/M cutter. A comparison of counts is as follows:
Equipment Small rework saw F/M cutter
Count 0.56 - .33 0.25 - .18
This concept has a good probability of success, although it is still in the developmental stage.
CTD020358
Certairfleed
April 19, 1984
jbject
HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT ASBESTOS FIBER SAMPLING RESULTS APRIL 6, 1984
To
J. Anderson From
TV
Peter J. Norris
Location and n code
Hillsboro, 257 Location and mail code
1125/4
cc: D. Hall - 2125/2B J. McGinley - 2125/2B
The results of asbestos fiber sampling by B. Haigh on April 7, 1984 show a timeweighted average exposure to the Rework Saw Operator of 0.69 f/cc. The operator on the Small Coupling Tester was exposed to a 0.08 f/cc level.
The results are listed on the attached Asbestos Monitoring Data Sheets.
PJN/car Attachments
CTD020359
CertainTeedH
Fo
J. Anderson
Mail Code #257
From P. J. Norris
Subject
HILLSBORO A/C PIPE PLANT ASBESTOS FIBER SAMPLING RESULTS JUNE 22-28, 1984
, Mail Code Ext.
1125/4
7707
Date
July 10, 1984
cc:
B. Haigh - Hillsboro, 257 D. Hall - 2125/2B J. McGinley - 2125/2B
The time-weighted average (TWA) results of asbestos fiber sampling by B. Haigh during the period June 22-28, 1984 are as follows:
POSITION
TWA - f/cc
Rework Cutter Operator
0.02
Rework Cutter - Area
0.003
Inspector Line #1
0.085
Hydrotester Operator Line #1
None Detected
Press Operator
0.097
Boring Mill Operator #1
0.94
All the results are listed on the attached Asbestos Monitoring Data Sheets,
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Attachments
CTD020360
p rin to u t
SAS 22
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* EMPLOYEE NAHE
JOB POSITION
P39 RAY, HILLE
MIXER
240 WARD. BRUCE
MIXER
24! RODRIGUEZ, RAY MACHINE TENDER
242 COOK, HILTON
PRESS OPERATOR
243 COOK, HILTON
f'RESS OPERA TOR
244 CHAMBERS, JOHN PRESS OPERATOR
245 THOMPSON, CALVIN MANDREL HANDLER
245 THOMPSON, CALVIN MANDREL HANDLER
247 BLACK, ROY
MANDREL HANDLER
243 SONNENBERG, ALVIS TRAY LOADER
249 YOUNG, LARRY
TRAY LOADER
250 BIBER, SHANNA RELIEF
251 YATES, JAKES
RELIEF
252 FLAHERTY, CHARLES LINE 1 LATHE OPERATOR
OBS DBA.THA
START STOP STOP
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6RP LOCATION DEPT SOCIAL SAMPLER
SN
3HPL
SECURITY
SMPL START
DATE
NUMBER
NBR HOUR
831018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-HAN
PIN 77 j7
831020 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-HAN
PJN 7a
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831020 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-HAN
PIN "9
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PJN 3! 17
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PJN 82
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PJN 33
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PJN 34 !?
831020 PPS HILLSBORO PLT A-HAN
PJN 35
8
331018 PPS HILLSBORO PLT A-HAN
PJN 85 17
831020 PP6 HILLSBORO PLT A-MAN
PJN 3^ ' 3
331018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-HAN
PJN 88 17
831020 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-MAN
PJN 89
3
831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT fl-FIN
PJN 90
7
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23 1 15 33 23 5 15 27 23 6 15 31 15 35
87.2 N 37.5 N
0.0
0.0
91.1 Y 89.9 Y
0.0
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y
92.7 Y
85.2 Y
83.2
88.9 Y
88.5 N 98.7 V
2ND 80 1ST 80 1ST 30 2ND 80 2ND 80 1ST 80
30 2ND 80 1ST 80 2ND 30 1ST 80 2ND SO 1ST 80 1ST 80
REM2
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507 478 HOUR SP HOUR ST
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C 133! 933 1335 927 1336 931 935 MIN SP
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351 448 352 447 365 424 458 MIN ST
239 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR ACTION LEVEL (85D8A)
BELOW 8-HOUfi PEL (90DBA! - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED 23
17
08 10
240 EXCEEDS 3-HOUR ACTION LEVEL I85DBA)
BELOW 8-HOUR PEL I90DBA) - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED 15
8 29 10
24! SAMPLE VOIDED - INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION
15 B 23 22
242 SAMPLE VOIDED - INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION
243 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA)
PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 i" 10 05 23 | n 0! 00
244 EXCEEDS 3-HOUR ACTION LEVEL (85DBA)
BELOW 8-HOUR PEL (90DBAI - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED 15
8 29 15
245 SAMPLE VOIDED - INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION
(} 0 00 00
246 EXCEEDS B-HGUR PEL (90DBA)
PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 17 0! 00
247 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL I90DBA!
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 B 33 05
248 EXCEEDS 3-HOUR ACTION LEVEL (85D8A)
BELOW 8-HOUR PEL (90DBAI - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED 23
17
06 04
249 BELOW 8-HOUR ACTION LEVEL (85D8A)
NO PROTECTION NECESSARY
15 8 27 00
Q1,-550 EXCEEDS B-HOUR ACTION LEVEL I85DBA)
BELOW ,8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED 23
17
06 00
EXCEEDS 8-HOUR ACTION LEVEL I85DBA)
BELOW 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED 15
3 3! 27
^52 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA1
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 7 36 SB
CTD020361
>= .4
SAS 23
SURVEY NUHBER=83-23
-<SRS EMPLOYEE NAME
JG8 POSITION
JOBSRP
SRP LOCATION DEPT SOCIAL SAMPLER
SN
SMPL
SECURITY
SMPL START
OATE
NUMBER
NBR HOUR
253 SELLERS. BILL LINE 1 LATHE OPERATOR
259 NELSON. ODELL LINE 3 LATHE OPERATOR
255 MUSE, ALLEN
LINE 3 LATHE OPERATOR
256 HUMPHREY, LARRY LINE I HYDROTESTER
257 KOLAR, FRANK
LINE 1 BELLER
250 H0R6AN, JERRY LINE 3 BELLER
259 MORSAN, JERRY LINE 3 BELLER
260 BAN IK, RONALD MULTIPLE COUPLING SAN OPERATO?
261 BRENER, PETER 11 BORINS MILL OPERATOR
262 BROWN, CHARLES 12 BORINS MILL OPERATOR
263 COASTER, AUTRY 13 BORINS MILL OPERATOR
26A HOOKER, JERRY COUPLING STACKER
265 RODRIGUEZ, SIMON FM SAN OPERATOR
266 STARRETT, BETTY FH SPECIALTY LATHE OPERATOR
OBS DBA.TNA
START STOP MIN HOUR
STOP Min
WORE GT/ PROT LT
831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN 831013 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PIN 91
a
PJN 92 j t
831018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PIN q3 16
831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 99
3
831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 95
3
B31018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 96
331059 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN 831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 07 14
PJN 98
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831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 99
3
631019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN 831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 100 PJN 10!
3 t
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831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 102
8
831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 103
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831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
PJN 10A
8
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SAMPLE HOUR
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7 2A c53 50 259 5! 260 56 261 10 262 8 263 6 26A i0_ 265 !x 266 !A QBS KEH1
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97.5 9A.7 95.1 92.A 95.1
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Y Y Y Y v
N Y Y N V Y Y Y
REM2
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A80 1007 1009 507 50A 1010 101! A76
A90 A 88 AB6 A82 ASA A9A HCUR.SP HOUR_ST
936 1382 1383 950 938 1335 1335 927
930 930 930 927 932 93! MIN.SP
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253 EXCEEDS 3-HOUR PEL 190DBA!
PROTECTION MANDATORY
!5 8 36 00
259 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL 190DBAI
PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 !6 02 97
255 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA)
PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 16 03 99
256 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL 190DBAS
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 50 27
257 EXCEEDS 3-HQUfi PEL !90DBA.i
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 3E 29
258 SAMPLE VOIDED - INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION
23 16 05 50
259 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR ACTION LEVEL (85DBA)
BELOW 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED 23
16
05 51
260 EXCEEDS B-HOUR PEL 190DBA!
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 7 27 56
261 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL 190DBA)
PROTECTION NANDATORY
15 8 30 10
262 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL ! 90DBA)
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 30 08
263 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL !9QBBAi
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 30 06
96A EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBAI
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 3 27 02
65 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA1
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 32 09
266 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA!
PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 31 19
CTD020362
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SECURITY
SMPL STAR T START
DATE
NUMBER
NBR HOUR MIN
249 JEWETT. ROY
LARGE M LATHE OPERATOR
331019 PPG HILLSBORO PIT A-FIN
248 ROWLAND, DWAYNE COUPLING TESTER
831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
249 RUSSEL, JAMES REWORK SAW OPERATOR
831019 PPG HILLSBORO FLT A-FIN
270 POSTON, WARNER LATHE OPERATOR (MANUAL!
831019 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
271 WILSON, ROBERT FORKLIFT DRIVER
831018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT A-FIN
272 CLARK, JAMES
FORKLIFT DRIVER
831019 PPG HILLSBORO FLT A-FIN
273 CLAY, DONALD
HUES
831018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-MAN
279 HAWKINS, DENNIS MACHINE TENDER
331013 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-MAN
275 SULAK, GARY
PRESS OPERATOR
331018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-MAN
274 3HUFFIELD, DON MANDREL HANDLER
831018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-MAN
277 GREER, CHARLES TRAY LOADER
331018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-MAN
278 MCFARLIN, NIKE RELIEF
831018 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-MAN
279 VENABLE, CLYDE LATHE OPERATOR
831020 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-FIH
200 MILLER, DAVE HYDROTESTER
831020 PPG HILLSBORO PLT 8-FIN
DBS DBA TWA
12 REM3 REM4 STRTTM STPTM TTLMIN REM1
STOP STOP
WORE 6T/
SAMPLE HOUR
HOUR MIN
-PROT LT SHIFT METHOD SHIFT
PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN PJN
105 104 107 108 109 ISO 111 112 113 114 115 114 117 1 IB
3 15 8 17 g 20 8 30 14 42 8 34 P 20 1? 15 17 14 17 25 17 24 17 27 8 55 B 53
247 15 33 248 15 34 26? 15 37 270 15 33
23 1 i. '2 15 24 273 23 18 274 23 15 275 23 15 274 23 18 277 23 14 278 23 14 279 15 50 280 15 50 OBS REM2
94.7 92.5 95.3 91.0 91.1 92.5 84.4 92.4 92.1 93.1 88.4 90.9 95.4 95.2
Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y N M Y Y
1ST 80 1ST 30 1ST 30 1ST 80 2ND BO 1ST 80 2ND 80 2ND BO 2ND 80 2ND 80 2ND 30 2ND 80 1ST 80 1ST 30
HOUR.SP
495 497 500 510 1002 514 1040 1035 1034 1045 1044 1947 535 533 HDUft.ST
933 433 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL I90DBA) 934 437 EXCEEDS 8-HQLR PEL (90DBA! 937 437 EXCEEDS 8-HO'JR PEL (90D8A) 933 423 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA! 1381 379 EXCEEDS 8-HQUR PEL (90DBA) 924 410 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (900341 1398 358 EXCEEDS 8-HOL!R ACTION LEVEL (85D8A' 1395 340 EXCEEDS 8-IIGUR PEL (90DBA! 1395 341 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) 1398 353 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) 1394 348 EXCEEDS 3-HOL'R ACTION LEVEL (85DBA) 1394 34" EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90D8A1 950 415 EXCEEDS 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) 950 4U EXCEEDS 8-M01IS PEL (90DBA! MIN.SP HIN.ST
247 PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 33 15
248 PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 5 34 17
249 PROTECTION MANDATORY
itf 3 3" 20
270 PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 3 33 30
271 PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 lc 01 42
272 PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 24 34
273 BELOW 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED
23
17
18 20
27*. PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 17 15 15
275 PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 17 15 14
274 PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 17 IS 25
277 BELOW 8-HOUR PEL (90DBA) - PROTECTION RECOMMENDED
23
17
14 24
'98 PROTECTION MANDATORY
23 17 14 27
? PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 8 50 55
280 PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 3 50 53
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OBS EMPLOYEE NAME
JOB POSITION
JOBGRP
GRP LOCATION
DEPT
SOCIAL
SAMPLER
SMF'L SECURPY
DATE NUMBER
281 BAKER, ROBERT
FINISHER
331020 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-FIN
PJN
282 STEVENS, PHILIP FORKLIFT DRIVER
531020 PPG HILLSBORO PLT B-FIN
P ] `:J
OBS 3N
DBA.TWA
12 REM3 PE1A STR9.TM STP.TM
SMPL START START STOP STOP
SORE ST !
SAMPLE HOUR
NBR
HOUR MIN
HOUR MIN
PROT LT SHIFT METHOD SHIFT
28! 119
282 120
OBS TTLMIH
8 52 15 A 7 94,2 N
8 A? 15 A 7 74.3 N
REM! PEM2
1ST 1ST HOUR.SP
80 30
HOUR.ST
MI N SP
HIN ST
532 529
9A7 99?
281 A15 282 A18
EXCEEDS 3-HOUR PEL (90DBA) EXCEEDS B-HOUR PEL (90DBA)
PROTECTION MANDATORY PROTECTION MANDATORY
15 15
8 A? 52 8 A? A9
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