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UNION CARBIDE CHEMICALS AND PLASTICS COMPANY SOLVENTS AND COATINGS MATERIALS DIVISION STAR ROUTE BOX 90 BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS 7E521 INC May 31, 1991 To: Mr. Carl Wells Project Manager - Midwest Steel Mr. John/Rick Kealy Project Managers - International Environmental Corp. Mr. Donald Lancon President - Lancon and Sons Inc Copy: Mr. Bill Callaway Superintendent - Brown & Root Industrial Services Mr. Dub Garnett Project Manager - Union Carbide Chemicals and Plastics Co. Gentlemen: There have been several instances here at the Union Carbide Brownsville, Texas Facility where the Contractors/Project Managers hav.e had some of his employees violate our safety procedures. I feel it is time for us to review the Plant Safety Procedures one more time. I would like each and every one of you to take this document home with you to review. I would like to schedule a meeting on Monday morning at 9:00 A.M. to go over the document and any feedback or comments you might have. If the document meets your satisfaction, I would like for each of you to schedule a meeting with your employees sometime on Monday to go over the entire document with them. I expect you as Project Managers/Contractors to go over our plant safety procedures with your employees. I would like for Dub and I to both be present when you conduct your meetings. Please understand that any violations of our safety policies and procedures will not be tolerated. I expect each and every one of you to comply and cooperate with our plant rules. Belia Cortez Enclosures DE 000324 UNION CARBIDE BROK.\'S\ ILLE TEXAS PLANT SAFETY RULES PURPOSE: To provide safety controls that will minimize personal injury and prevent damage to equipment. The rules apply to ALL personnel assigned to jobs in the plant. POLICY: It is impossible to list every hazard which might be encountered in an industrial plant. Therefore, safety restrictions are not limited to just the rules stated below. All employees must follow the safe practices or procedures given in written or oral job instructions. All safety requirements specified must be observed. Management requires all employees to use good judgment in the safe execution of their jobs. Violation of safety rules or failure to follow accepted safe %practices or procedures will be cause for TERMINATION. Each and every time Contractors or vendors are at the gate, the Guard on duty will stop the individuals, have him sign the plant entry log, and ask that all matches and cigarette lighters be left at the gate. DE 000325 Pg. 2 11 POLICY .LSONT.' DJ.: The guard will then call the Project Manager/Contractor that an individual is at the gate to see him. It will be the responsibility of the Project Manager/Contractor or his designate to come to the gate and inform the the Contractors or Vendors of the general plant safety rules and regulations that are applicable to our plant operation, and to provide the individuals with hard hats and safety glasses. The Project Manager/Contractor or his designate will be accountable for issuing the prepared written copies of general plant safety instructions to the Contractors or Vendors and their employees. Project Manager/Contractor or his designate will escort the Contractors or Vendors to the areals) in the plant. Contractor and Vendor must report incidents or accidents to the person responsible \ for bringing them in the plant. For instance, all fires, injuries, hazardous incidents, or potentially hazardous incidents must be reported. Project Manager/Contractor will issue a report to the Site Manager as soon as the incident has been taken care. All work will be stopped until the report is turned in. Inj.urj._es: _ap act., that damages or hurts. 2. hurt, damage, or loss sustained. DE 000326 Ps. 3 III. RULESj . GENERAL 1. Matches or cigarette lighters are not allowed in the plant. 2. Smoking in the plant is prohibited. Violators are subject to immediate discharge. For purpose of this policy, Building =259, is not construed to be in the plant. 3. Clarity and speed of all communications are vital to the safe and efficient operation cf the plant. It is in this interest that only ENGLISH be utilized in oral and written communications during working hours. 4. Horseplay in the plant will not be tolerated. 5. The maximum plant speed limit is 20 MPH. In congested areas the speed limit is reduced to 5-15 MPH. Stop, warning or restriction, and ' safety signs will be followed. 6. Do not get off moving vehicles at any time. Riding on running boards, or having any part of the body extending outside truck bed is strictly forbidden. All riders must be seated. DJE 000327 III. RULES: GENERAL _LCQNT_i.IL 1 Pg. 4 7. Use of spark producing tools, welding, cutting, or the use of any tool or machine which might, through its operation produce a spark or flame, will require a properly executed HWp (Hazardous Work Permit). The work done by the secondary contractor or vendor will be subject to the restrictions on the Hazardous Work Permit, and no changes will be allowed unless the permit is rewritten. The Hazardous Work Permit must remain posted at the job site throughout the duration of the work covered by the permit. 8. Report all injuries immediately. 9. Secondary contractors and vendors shall check with the guard at the main gate before entering or leaving the plant. 10. In addition to the above requirements, secondary contractors and their personnel shall be responsible for any particular requirements so specified within their work contract. 11. Drinking, or the possession of liquor or habitforming drugs is prohibited on plant property. No one under their influence will be allowed to work. 12. Prohibited weapons, as defined by the Texas Penal Code, are not allowed in the plant. DE 000328 Pg. 5 III. RULES :___GENERAL...! CON'T.'D.J 13. Safety belts shall be worn when working from an area 6 feet or more above ground and not having proper guard railings and platform. Safety belts are not to be altered to size or length. Lanyards are to be secured to a sound structure in case of a fall. (Not to scaffolding) 14. No employee shall stand on the top step of any stepladder, nor shall one straddle a step ladder with one foot on each run. Wooden ladders are to be used only by electricians. No one wearing a face shield or welding hood shall work from any ladder. IV. SAFETY EQUIPMENT: '.1* Spectacle type safety glasses must be worn at all times while you are in the plant with the exception of offices. Contact lens will not be worn in the plant. Special goggles provided must be worn*where called for in instructions, written or oral. 2. Hard hats must be worn at all times while you are in the plant. DE 000329 IV. SAFETY EQUIPMENT I CONT 1 D Pg. 6 3. Employees are encouraged to wear safety shoes. Employees who choose not to wear safety shoes shall wear shoes that comply with the following: a. Shoes shall have a flexible sole. b. Shoes shall have a heel height not to exceed 3" measured vertically from inside the heel. c. Material of construction for shoes worn when working in the plant shall be leather or man made material that provides equal protection. d. Moccasins, open toe shoes or CANVASS SNEAKERS SHAL.L.NOT be worn when working in the piant. 4. Do not wear loose clothing around moving machinery. Shirts with sleeves (minimum length, standard short or half) will be worn at all times While in the plant. MUSCLE.jsHIRTSj, or going % without a shirt will not be permitted in the plant. 5. Hearing protection-must be worn at all times if you work in areas specified as noise areas. E>E 000330 Pg. 7 EXHIBIT A I. PREPARATION OF EQUIPMENT FOR MAINTENANCE 1. INTRODUCTION: THIS SECTION DEALS WITH THE RESPONSIBILITIES AND PROCEDURES FOR PREPARING EQUIPMENT FOR MAINTENANCE. THIS INCLUDES SUCH EQUIPMENT AS COLUMNS, TANKS, ENGINES, COMPRESSORS, LINES, SWITCH GEAR AND MOBILE EQUIPMENT. THE PROCEDURE AS PRESENTED IS THE BASIC MINIMUM REQUIREMENT AND SHALL BE FOLLOWED THROUGHOUT THE BROWNSVILLE PLANT. NO DEVIATIONS ARE TO BE MADE WITH OUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE PLANT MANAGER. 2. GENERAL: PREPARING VESSELS OR EQUIPMENT FOR OPENING AND ENTRY OR HAZARDOUS WORK MEANS TO DO ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING TO MAKE THE WORK SAFE: A. EMPTY OF ANY HAZARDOUS LIQUID. B. VENT C. PURGE D. BLIND OR DISCONNECT E. WASH F. COOL G. VENTILATE DE 000331 Pg. 8 2 . .. GENERAL :..( CONT ' DJ. H. TEST FOR HAZARDOUS GASES I. CHECK FOR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS J. TEST FOR OXYGEN CONTENT VESSELS AND EQUIPMENT AS USED HERE INCLUDE CONTAINERS SUCH AS COLUMNS. TANK, ENGINES, COMPRESSORS, SWITCH GEAR. LINES AND MOBIL EQUIPMENT. TO INCLUDE ALL CATEGORIES OF LINES WOULD BE IMPRACTICAL. HOWEVER, ALL LINES WILL BE PREPARED ACCORDING TO THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL. II. HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE 1. PURPOSE: THE PURPOSE OF THE HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PRODCEDURE IS: A. TO CONTROL PHYSICAL ENTRY INTO CONFINED SPACES. B. TO CONTROL THE USE OF OPEN FLAME OR OTHER POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCES. C. ' TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS WHEN THE NATURE OF THE WORK COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR EXPOSURE. TO TOXIC MATERIALS. 2. _ APPLICATION: A PROPERLY EXECUTED HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR p 000332 Pg. 9 2. APPLICATION: (CONT1D) A. PHYSICAL ENTRY.INTO CONFINED SPACES. 1. PHYSICAL ENTRY IS DEFINED AS: A. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ENTIRE PERSON INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT OR B. THE INSERTION OF ANY PORTION OF THE BODY INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT WHERE THERE IS ANY POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. 2. CONFINED SPACES IS DEFINED AS: A. AN ENCLOSURE WITH A LIMITED ACCESS OPENING FOR PERSONNEL SUCH AS CLOSED STORAGE TANKS, TANK CARS, BARGES, PROCESS EQUIPMENT, ETC. B. SPACES WITH LARGE OPENINGS SO CONGESTED OR DEEP AS TO REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF OTHERS v IN CASE OF EMERGENCY. C. SPACES SUCH AS ELECTRICAL MANHOLES, SEWER MANHOLES AND PITS, EQUIPMENT SKIRTS, EXCAVATIONS FOUR (4) FEET DEEP OR MORE, UNDERGROUND UTILITY LINES OR PIPE TUNNELS. DE 000333 Pg. 10 2 . APPLICATION . J.CONT' D.J B. POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCES 1. OPEN FLAME OF ANY KIND, WELDING, CUTTING, TAR POT, HALOGEN TESTING EQUIPMENT. 2. SPARK OR HEAT PRODUCING TOOLS, SUCH AS GRINDERS, CHIPPING HAMMERS, PIPE THREADING MACHINES, SOLDERING IRONS, ELECTRIC DRILL MOTORS, WELDING MACHINES AND DRILL BITS. 3. TESTING EQUIPMENT, AUDIOGAGE, REFLECTOSCOPE, CAMERA, ETC., EXCEPTION: KRAUTKRAMER "D" ULTRA SONIC THICKNESS TESTER. , C. OTHER HAZARDS 1. OPENING PROCESS VESSELS. INSTALLING SLIPBLINDS BETWEEN THE VESSEL AND THE FIRST BLOCK VALVE, REMOVING MANWAYS, CALANDRIA HEADS, ETC. 2. OPENING OF PROCESS PIPING WHEN IT IS NOT KNOWN THAT THE PIPING IS CLEAN AND VENTED. INCLUDED IN PROCESS PIPING ARE STEAM AND CONDENSATE. PE 000334 Pg. 11 2. APPLICATION: (CONT'D) C. OTHER HAZARDS ~ (CONT'D) 3. OPERATING CRANES AND WINCH TRUCKS NEAR ELECTRIC POWER LINES. 4. EXCAVATIONS, DIGGING, TRENCHING, DITCHING. THE USE OF HAND SHOVEL IS AN EXCEPTION OF THE EXCAVATION IS LESS THAN FOUR (4) FEET DEEP. 5. OTHER HAZARDS. WHEN THERE IS A CHANCE THAT MATERIALS THAT MAY INJURE OR CAUSE UNNECESSARY PERSONNEL EXPOSURE MAY BE PRESENT, WHEN HEIGHT OR FALLING OBJECTS MAY CREATE A HAZARD. 3 . RES PONS,I_B ILIT I.ES.:. A SITE MANAGER THE SITE MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIFYING THE PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN THE PERFORMANCE OF HAZARDOUS WORK. III. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK 1 PURPOSE TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF PERSONNEL WHEN ENTERING OR WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES. 000335 Pg. 12 III. ... CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK ( CQNT ' D 1 2. DEFINITIONS ENTRY IS DEFINED AS: A. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ENTIRE PERSON INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT. OR B. THE INSERTION OF ANY PORTION OF THE BODY INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT WHERE THERE IS ANY POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. INITIAL..ENTRY. IS DEFINED AS: THE FIRST PERSON TO ENTER THE CONFINED SPACE TO CONDUCT THE REQUIRED TESTS OR TO DO THE WORK. CONFINED SPACE, IS. DEFINED..AS._BUT__NOT, LIM.HED . TO.:. A. AN ENCLOSURE WITH A LIMITED ACCESS OPENING FOR PERSONNEL SUCH AS CLOSED STORAGE TANKS, TANK CARS, BARGES, PROCESS EQUIPMENT, ETC. B. SPACES WITH LARGE OPENINGS SO CONGESTED OR DEEP AS TO REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF OTHERS IN CASE OF EMERGENCY. C. SPACES SUCH-AS ELECTRICAL MANHOLES, SEWER MANHOLES, AND PITS, EQUIPMENT SKIRTS, EXCAVATIONS FOUR (4) FEET DEEP OR MORE, UNDERGROUND UTILITY LINES OR PIPE TUNNELS. DE 000336 Pg. 13 II_I.._ CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (CON'T'D) 3. PROCEDURE THE CONTROLS AND PRECAUTIONS AS INDICATED ON AN AUTHORIZED HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT WILL BE ADHERED TO. A. GAS .FREE SPACES 1. "GAS FREE" IS DEFINED AS A SPACE MEETING THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. ATMOSPHERE HAVING SUFFICIENT OXYGEN FOR BREATHING: NOT LESS THAN 19.5% OXYGEN CONTENT NOR MORE THAN 22%. B. L.E.L. TEST OF 0.0% - (EXPLOSIMETERS TEST). C. AN APPROPRIATE TOXICITY TEST TO MEET ACCEPTABLE T.L.V. STANDARDS WH.ERE APPLICABLE. 2. BEFORE INITIAL ENTRY IS MADE, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS MUST BE SATISFIED: A. PERSON!S> MAKING INITIAL ENTRY WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY HARNESS, LIFE LINES AND FRESH AIR MASK. B. THE CONFINED SPACE WILL BE VENTILATED BY A BLOWER OR AIR HORN. EQUIPMENT WILL BE COOLED TO 110 F PRIOR TO ENTRY. DE 000337 III. Pg. 14 CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (CONT'D) 3. PROCEDURE tCONT'D)- A GAS FREE SPACES ICOKT'D) C. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL BE MINIMUM STANDBY SAFETY EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRY POINT FOR RESCUE_ WORK.: 1. SAFETY HARNESS AND LIFE LINE. (1) 2. FRSH AIR BREATHING EQUIPMENT. (1) 3. FALCON AIR HORN. (1) D. A STANDBY PERSON OR PERSONS WILL BE STATIONED OUTSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE POINT OF ENTRY. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THE STANDBY LEAVE THE ASSIGNED STATION AS LONG AS CONFINED SPACE WORK IS IN PROGRESS. (EXCEPTIONS: TO OBTAIN EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE.OR WHEN RELIEVED .BY.A REPLACEMENT.) 3. WHEN ENTRY IS MADE, AND SECTION III A.l. OF THIS PROCEDURE IS SATISFIED, SAFETY HARNESS AND LIFE LINE CAN BE REMOVED FROM PERSON(S) INSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE AT THE DIRECTION OF THE DEPARTMENT HEAD OR A DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE. 4. IF CONDITIONS SO WARRANT, ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS DEEMED NECESSARY BY THE SITE MANAGER OR A DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE WILL BE TAKEN. DE 000338 Pg. 15 IV. BAS I_C_ S AFETY_ EQUIPM ENT 1. OSHA APPROVED SCAFFOLD AND WORK PLATFORMS SUFFICIENT TO ASSURE ACCESS TO WORK AREA AND FIRM FOOTING FOR WORKERS. 2. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING SUCH AS RAIN SUITS OR TYVEC SUITS TO BE AVAILABLE AS NEEDED. 3. RUBBER BOOTS TO BE AVAILABLE AS NEEDED. 4. GLOVES, BOTH PROTECTIVE AND CHEMICAL RESISTANT. 5. COVERALL GOGGLES 6. HARD HATS T. SAFETY GLASSES 8. BREATHING AIR EQUIPMENT FOR WORKERS IN THE CONFINED SPACES PLUS ANOTHER FULL SET FOR THE OUTSIDE HOLE WATCH. 9. LIFE LINE AND SAFETY BELT OR HARNESS FOR WORKERS IN THE CONFINED SPACE PLUS ANOTHER SET FOR THE OUTSIDE HOLE WATCH. 10. 12 VOLT LIGHTING IF LIGHTING IS REQUIRED INSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE A\REA. 11. FALCON AIR HORN FOR EMERGENCY SIGNAL TO BE AVAILABLE TO THE OUTSIDE HOLE WATCH. 12. PROPERLY CALIBRATED HYDROCARBON TEST ANALYZER IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. 13. PROPERLY CALIBRATED OXYGEN TEST ANALYZER IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. DE 000339 SUBJECT: PLANT SAFETY RULES I. PURPOSE: To pro' ide safety controls that will minimize personal injury and prevent damage to equipment. The rules apply to ALL personnel assigned to jobs in the plant. II. POLICY: It is impossible to list every hazard vhieh might be encountered in an Industrial plant. Therefore, safety restrictions are not limited to just the rules stated below. All employees must follow the safe practices or procedures given in written or oral job instructions. All safety requirements specified ami publjfthf* wyvwn Pi-pai ament must be observed.' Management requires all employees to use good judgment in the safe execution of their jobs. Violation of safety rules or failure to follow accepted safe practices or procedures will be cause fdr disciplinary action. When seeamdsry contractors or vendors are brought into the plant, it a "i* 1 will be the responsibility of the GcLoudyj HslnSsii.nile n--T-'-iItt CoosAiesSor or his designate to inform them of the general plant safety rules and regulations that are applicable to our plant operation, :----1 .____________-------------------------------- t The <!-Ay rnrr-r .fln-'TfllnatTT ttt Mj1rn1;rnnrr will be accountable for issuing the prepare-'' safety instructions to the contractors; or-Tfnsddrs and "their .-employees. Esch and every time a vendor or contractaz-ihtar*' theVplantgete, the plant guard shall stop the indlvidual'pr cigarette lighters be left at the gat#;,*5l ri- must always report Incidents or accidents; to'-the pafson responsible for - * J.. . .. DE 000340 SUBJECT: PLANT SAFETY RULES 2. II. POLICY: (Continued) bringing them in the plant. For instance, all fires, injuries hazardous indidents, or potentially hazardous incident:ss "mmuusst he reported. CL, '>/ njulu III. RULES <1***- ***** 1. Matches or cigarette lighters are-not allowed in the plant. 2. Smoking in the plant is prohibited. Violators are subject to immediate discharge. For purposes of this policy. Building 0259, is not construed to be in the plant. 3. Clarity and speed of all communications are vital to the safe and efficient operation of the plant. It is in this interest that only English be utilized in oral and written communications during working hours. 4. Horseplay in the plant will not be tolerated. 5. The maximum plant speed limit is 20 MPH. In congested, areas the speed limit is reduced to 5 - 15 MPH. Stop, warning or restriction, and safety signs will be followed. 6. Do not get off moving vehicles at any time. Riding on running boards, or having any part of the body extending outside truck \ bed is strictly forbidden. All riders must be seated. 7. JtprMnn nf WFtt**Tr*yV producing tools, welding, cutting, or. the use of aajfj Blrt\ina`-vrbich might, through its operation produce a BpaTfc^jJ-'tljuseV'vIli be Tmiiiiillteil within tlte operatlng-eraas ****"?' ppyp"P1 of the operating personnel My requireip^rJ^itjd:WPf.,; ; ; The work done by the secondary contractor'hi "yepdoi-vill be eubj eet vlf1'-v--' ' ' -- - " 5-w. V^ ` DE 000341 subject: PLANT SAFETY RULES 3. III, RULES: GENERAL (Continued) 7. (Continued) . .... to the restrictions . a the Hazardous Worfc_?errit,.aud- ho changes will be allowed unless the permit is rewritten. The Hazardous Work Permit must remain posted at the job site* throughout the duration of the work covered by the permit. 8. Report all injuries immediately. 9. Secondary contractors and vendors shall check with the guard at the main gate before entering or leaving the plant. 10. In addition to the above requirements, secondary contractors and their personnel shall be responsible for any particular requirements so specified within their work contract. 11. Drinking, or the possession of liquor or habit-forming drugs is prohibited on plant property. No one under their Influence vill be allowed to work. 12. Prohibited weapons, as defined by the Texas Penal Code, are allowed in the plant. b /Ver +A r........... ft Safety belts shall be worn when working from an area A hevina proper guard -ailin:3 h. platform. Safety belts are not to be altered to 3ize or length. Landyarde are to be secured to a sound structure in case of a fall. (Not to scaffolding) uAurt***/* l/. ilo employee shall 3tani on the top step of any stepiadder, nor shall one stnddie a step ladder with one'foot on each run. Wooden ladders are to be used only by electricians. ;.o one -earing a face shield or welding hood shall work from on?/ ladder. / nf-thla-policy -~r1"r`-- K ** |prating ra_nr leaving will not be worn in the plant. Specie!.jtogglekprovided sust be worn where called for in instructions. .2 Hard hsts must be worn at all times wffiigaSjJrarjjff-^WrglsntV >./ except in offices, and when reporting tq;6r^Svihg^Frbai Wk.i -rc., ~ .--r - ` DE 000342 SUBJECT PLANT SAFETY RULES IV. SAFETY -EQUIPMENT;(Continued) 3. Employees ere encouraged to wear safety.who choose not to wear safety shoes shall wear shoes that comply with the following: a. Shoes shall have a flexible sole. b. Shoes shall have a heel height not to exceed 3" measured vertically from inside the heel. c. Material of construction for shoes worn when working in the i labuiaiufy and ia Manufacturing area* * of the plant shall be leather or man-made material that provides equal protection. d. Moccasins, open toe shoes or canvas sneakers shall not be worn when working in the lafruiatngy and manufastugitrg-areas * of the plant. 4. Do not wear loose clothing around moving machinery. Shirts with sleeves (minimum length, standard short ot half) will be worn at all times while in the plant. AnuiCuT SM'Ars. o* A sr/t/A? a/*t Be petAfTso /*j r#e ,,rW<*'7 5. Hearing protection must be worn at all times if you work in areas . specified as noise areas. DE 000343 EXHIBIT A I. PREPARATION OF EQUIPMENT FOR MAINTENANCE 1. INTRODUCTION; THIS SECTION DEALS WITH THE RESPONSIBILITIES AHD PROCEDURES POR PREPARING EQUIPHENT FOR MAINTENANCE. THIS INCLUDES SUCH EQUIPMENT AS COLUMNS, TANKS, ENGINES, COMPRESSORS, LINES, SWITCH GEAR AND MOBILE EQUIPMENT. THE PROCEDURE "AS PRESENTED IS THE BASIC MINIMUM REQUIREMENT AND SHALL BE FOLLOWED THROUGHOUT THE BROWNSVILLE PLANT. NO DEVIATIONS ARE TO BE MADE WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE PLANT MANAGER'S DEPARTMENT. 2. GENERAL PREPARING VESSELS OR EQUIPMENT FOR OPENING AND ENTRY OR HAZARDOUS WORK MEANS TO DO ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING TO MAKE THE WORK SAFE: A. EMPTY OF ANY HAZARDOUS LIQUID. B. VENT ,C. PURGE D. BLIND OR DISCONNECT E. TREAT POR ACETYLIDES F. STEAM- G. WASH H. COOL I. VENTILATE J TEST POR HAZARDOUS GASES K. CHECK FOR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 4t L. TEST FOR OXYGEN CONTENT f ............. - DE 000344 EXHIBIT A pg.2 GENERAL (CONT'D) VESSELS AND EQUIPMENT AS USED HERE INCLUDE CONTAINERS AS COLUMNS, TANK! ENGINES, COMPRESSORS, SWITCH GEAR, LINES AND MOBIL EQUIPMENT. TO INCLUDE ALL CATEGORIES OP LINES WOULD BE IMPRACTICAL. HOWEVER, ALL LINES WILL BE PREPARED ACCORDING TO THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL. II. HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE PURPOSE! THE PURPOSE OF THE HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE IS: A. TO OONTROL PHYSICAL ENTRT INTO CONFINED SPACES. B. TO CONTROL THE USE OF OPEN FLAME OR OTHER POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCES IN RESTRICTED AREAS OF THE PLANT. C. TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS WHEN THE NATURE OP THE WORK COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR EXPOSURE TO TOXIC MATERIALS. APPLICATION! A PROPERLY EXECUTED HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR: A. PHYSICAL ENTRT INTO CONFINED SPACES. 1. PHYSICAL ENTRY IS DEFINED AS: A. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ENTIRE PERSON INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT OR B. THE INSERTION OF ANY PORTION OF THE BODY INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT WHERE THERE IS ANY POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. PE 000345 EXHIBIT A pg 3 II. HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE (CONT'D) APPLICATION; (CONT'D) 2. CONFINED SPACES IS DEFINED AS A. AN ENCLOSURE WITH A LIMITED ACCESS OPENING FOR PERSONNEL SUCH AS CLOSED STORAGE TANKS, TANK CARS, BARGES, PROCESS EQUIPMENT, ETC. B. SPACES WITH LARGE OPENINGS SO CONGESTED OR DEEP AS TO REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF OTHERS IN CASE OF EMERGENCY. C. SPACES SUCH AS ELECTRICAL MANHOLES, SEWER MANHOLES AND PITS,`EQUIPMENT SKIRTS'. EXCAVATIONS POUR (4) FEET DEEP OR MORE, UNDERGROUND UTILITY LINES OR PIPE TUNNELS. B. POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCES 1. OPEN FLAME OF ANY KIND, WELDING, CUTTING, TAR POT, HALOGEN TESTING EQUIPMENT. 2. SPARK OR HEAT PRODUCING TOOLS, SUCH AS GRINDERS, CHIPPING HAMMERS, PIPE THREADING MACHINES, SOLDERING IRONS, ELECTRIC DRILL MOTORS, WELDING MACHINES AMD DRILL BITS. 3. TESTING EQUIPMENT, AUDIOGAGE, REFLECTOSCOPE, CAMERA, ETC., EXCEPTION: KRAUTKRAMER "D" ULTRA SONIC THICKNESS TESTER. C. OTHER HAZARDS 1. OPENING PROCESS VESSELS. INSTALLING SLIPBLINDS BETWEEN TEE THE VESSEL AND THE FIRST BLOCK VALVE, REMOVING MANWAYS, ; pE 000346 EXHIBIT A II. HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE (CONT'D) Pg. 4 2. APPLICATION:(CONT'D) C. OTHER HAZARDS (CONT'D) 2. OPENING OP PROCESS PIPING WHEN IT IS NOT KNOWN THAT THE PIPING IS CLEAN AND VENTED. INCLUDED IN PROCESS PIPING ARE STEAK AND CONDENSATE. 3. OPERATING CRANES AND WINCH TRUCKS NEAR ELECTRIC POWER LINES. 4. EXCAVATIONS, DIGGING, TRENCHING, DITCHING. THE USE OF HAND SHOVEL IS AN EXCEPTION OP THE EXCAVATION IS LESS THAN FOUR (4) FEET DEEP. 5. OTHER HAZARDS. WHEN THERE IS A CHANCE THAT MATERIALS THAT MAT INJURE OR CAUSE UNNECESSART PERSONNEL EXPOSURE MAT BE PRESENT, WHEN HEIGHT OR FALLING OBJECTS MAY CREATE A HAZARD. 3. RESPONSIBILITIES: A. OPERATING DEPARTMENT HEAD THE OPERATING DEPARTMENT READ OR HIS DESIGNATE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIFTING THE PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN THE PERFORMANCE OP HAZARDOUS WORK. \ III. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK 1. PURPOSE TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF PERSONNEL WHEN ENTERING OR WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES. DE 000347 EXHIBIT A III. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (CQNT'D) Pg. 5 2. DEFINITIONS ENTRY IS DEFINED AS: . A. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ENTIRE PERSON INTO. A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT. OR B. THE INSERTION OF ANT PORTION OF THE BODY INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT WHERE THERE IS ANY POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. INITIAL ENTRY IS DEFINED AS: THE FIRST PERSON TO ENTER THE CONFINED SPACE TO CONDUCT THE REQUIRED TESTS OR TO DO THE WORK. CONFINED SPACE IS DEFINED AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO: A. AN ENCLOSURE WITH A LIMITED ACCESS OPENING FOR PERSONNEL SUCH AS CLOSED STORAGE TANKS, TANK CARS, BARGES, PROCESS EQUIPMENT, ETC. B. SPACES WITH LARGE OPENINGS SO CONGESTED OR DEEP AS TO REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF OTHERS IN CASE OF EMERGENCY. C. SPACES SUCH AS ELECTRICAL MANHOLES, SEWER MANHOLES, AND PITS, EQUIPMENT SKIRTS, EXCAVATIONS FOUR (4) FEET DEEP OR MORE, UNDERGROUND UTILITY LINES OR PIPE TUNNELS. 3. PROCEDURE THE CONTROLS AND PRECAUTIONS AS INDICATED ON AN AUTHORIZED HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT WILL BE ADHERED TO, A. GAS FREE SPACES 1. "GAS FREE" IS DEFINED AS A SPACE MEETING THE FOLLOWpW CONDITIONS - ^ y-r... A. ATMOSPHERE HAVING SUEFICIEKT^^p^btJOUEjttTCtNG; ^YBOT LESS THAN 00001 omra, iBjQgj ... DE 000348 EXHIBIT A Pg. 6 III. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (CONT'D) PROCEDURE (CONT'D) A. GAS FREE SPACES (CONT'D) 1. "GAS FREE" IS DEFINED AS A SPACE MEETING THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: (CONT'D) B. L.E.L. TEST OF O.OX - (EXPLOSIMETERS TEST). C. AN APPROPRIATE TOXICITY TEST TO MEET ACCEPTABLE T.L.V. STANDARDS WHERE APPLICABLE. 2. BEFORE INITIAL ENTRY IS HADE, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS MUST BE SATISFIED: A. PERSON(S) MAKING INITIAL ENTRY WILL BE EQUIPED WITH SAFETY HARNESS, LIFE LINES AND FRESH AIR MASK. B. THE CONFINED SPACE WILL BE VENTILATED BY A BLOWER OR AIR HORN. EQUIPMENT WILL BE COOLED TO 110*F PRIOR TO ENTRY. C. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL BE MINIMUM STANDBY SAFETY EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRY POINT FOR RESCUE WORK: 1. SAFETY HARNESS AND LIFE LINE. (1) 2. FRESH AIR BREATHING EQUIPMENT. (1) 3. FALCON AIR HORN. (1) D. A STANDBY PERSON OR PERSONS WILL BE STATIONED OUTSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE POINT OF ENTRY. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THE STANDBY LEAVE THE ASSIGNED STATION AS LONG AS CONFINED SPACE WORK IS IN PROGIE5I. (EXCEPTIONS: TO OBTAIN EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE OR WHEN RELIEVED BY A REPLACEMENT.) DE 000349 EXHIBIT A pg III. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (CONI'D) PROCEDURE (CONT') A. GAS FREE SPACES (CONT'D) -r.: ; `' 3. WHEN ENTRY IS HADE, AND SECTION III A.l. OF THIS PROCEDURE IS SATISFIED, SAFETY HARNESS AND LIFE LINE CAN BE REMOVED FROM PERSONtS) INSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE AT THE DIRECTION OF THE DEPARTMENT HEAD OR A DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE. 4. IF CONDITIONS SO WARRANT, ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS DEEMED NECESSARY BY THE DEPARTMENT HEAD OR A DESIGNATED REPRESENT ATIVE WILL BE TAKEN. DE 000350 IV. BASIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Pg* 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.. 12. 13. OSHA APPROVED SCAFFOLD AND WORK PLATFORMS SUFFICIENT TO ASSURE ACCESS TO WORK AREA AND FIRM FOOTING FOR WORKERS. PORTBCTIVE CLOTHING SUCH AS RAIN SUITS OR TYVEC SUITS TO BE AVAILABLE AS NEEDED. RUBBER BOOTS TO BE AVAILABLE AS NEEDED. GLOVES, BOTH PROTECTIVE AND CHEMICAL RESISTANT. COVERALL GOGGLES HARD RATS SAFETY GLASSES BREATHING AIR EQUIPMENT FOR WORKERS IN THE CONFINED SPACES PLUS ANOTHER FULL SET FOR THE OUTSIDE HOLE HATCH. LIFE LINE AND SAiETY BELT OR HARNESS FOR WORKERS IN THE CONFINED SPACE PLUS ANOTHER SET FOR THE OUTSIDE BOLE WATCH. 12 VOLT LIGHTING IF LIGHTING IS REQUIRED INSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE AREA. FALCON AIR BORN FOR EMERGENCY SIGNAL TO BE AVAILABLE TO THE OUTSIDE HOLE WATCH. PROPERLY CALIBRATED HYDROCARBON TEST ANALYZER IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. PROPERLY CALIBRATED OXYGEN TEST ANALYZER IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. DE 000351 DE 000352 EXHIBIT A 1. ^REPARATION OF EQUIPMENT TOR MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION! THIS SECTION DEALS V1TH THE RESPONSIB` ILITIE* S ,, A ND. PROCEDURES FOR PREPARING EQUIPMENT FOR MAINTENANCE. THIS INCLUDES SUCH EQUIPMENT AS COLUMNS. TANKS, ENGINES, COMPRESSORS, LINES, SWITCH GEAR AND KOBILE EQUIPMENT. THE PROCEDURE'AS PRESENTED IS THE BASIC MINIMUM REQUIREMENT AND SHALL BE FOLLOWED THROUGHOUT THE BROWNSVILLE PLANT. NO DEVIATIONS ARE TO BE HADE WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE PLANT wtwAr.FKgfc. n ...... ........ . GENERAL PREPARING VESSELS OR EQUIPMENT FOR OPENING AND ENTRT OR HAZARDOUS WORK MEANS TO DO ANT OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING TO MARK THE WORK SAFES A. EMPTY OF ANT HAZARDOUS LIQUID. B. VENT C. PURGE D. BLIND OR DISCONNECT X* TREAT TON ACETTLLDES F. STEAM- C- L VENTILATE rf' j TEST FOR HAZARDOUS GASES DE 000353 I wf=* EXHIBIT A ( GSNERAL (CONI'D) j UCH. VESSELS AND EQUIPMENT AS USED HERE INCLUDE CONTAINERS4AS COLUMNS, i TANK; ENGINES, COMPRESSORS, SWITCH GEAR, LINES AND MOBIL EQUIPMENT. i TO INCLUDE ALL CATEGORIES OF LINES WOULD BE IMPRACTICAL. HOWEVER, ALL LINES WILL BE PREPARED ACCORDING TO THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN i THIS MANUAL. II. HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE PURPOSE* THE PURPOSE OF THE HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE IS: A. TO CONTROL PHYSICAL ENTRY INTO CONFINED SPACES. B. TO CONTROL THE USE OF OPEN FLAME OR OTHER POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCES C. TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS WHEN THE NATURE OF THE WORK COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR EXPOSURE TO TOXIC MATERIALS. APPLICATION* A PROPERLY EXECUTED HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR: A. PHYSICAL ENTRY INTO CONFINED SPACES. 1. PHYSICAL ENTRY IS DEFINED AS: A. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ENTIRE PERSON INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT OR B. THE INSERTION OF ANY PORTION OF THE BODY INTO A VESSEL , OR EQUIPMENT WHERE THERE IS ANY POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. DE 000354 EXHIBIT A ^ 7. II. .HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE (OONT'D) 2. APPLICATION (CONT'D) 2. CONFINED SPACES IS DEFINED ASt-V^:?/-\ A. AN ENCLOSURE WITH A LIMITED ACCESS OPENING FOE PERSONNEL SUCH AS CLOSED -STORAGE TANKS. TANK CARS. BARGES, PROCESS EQUIPMENT. ETC. B. SPACES WITH LARGE OPENINCS SO CONGESTED OR DEEP AS TO i REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF OTHERS IN CASE OF EKERGENCT. I C. ! 8FACES SUCH AS ELECTRICAL MANHOLES, SEWER MANHOLES AND . PITS,`EQUIPMENT 6KIRTS, EXCAVATIONS POUR (A) FEET DEEP OR MORE, UNDERGROUND UIILIR LINES OR PIPE TUNNELS. B. POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCES 1. OPEN FLAME OF ANT KIND, WELDING, CUTTING, TAR POT, HALOGEN TESTING EQUIPMENT. 2. SPARK OR HEAT PRODUCING TOOLS, SUCH AS GRINDERS, CB1PFING HAMMERS, PIPE THREADING MACHINES, SOLDERING IRONS, ELECTRIC DRILL MOTORS, WELDING MACHINES AND DRILL BITS. 3. TESTING EQUIPMENT, AUDIOGAGE, REFLECTOSCOPE, CAMERA, ETC., EXCEPTIONt KRAUTKRAMER "D" ULTRA SONIC THICKNESS TESTER. C. OTHER HAZARDS 1. OPENING PROCESS VESSELS. INSTALLING SLIPBLINDS BETWEEN THE t THE VESSEL AND THE FIRST BLOCK VALVE, REMOVING MANWATS, CALANDR1A HEADS, ETC. ' . - .' r. ** DE 0003ss EXHIBIT A i II. HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT PROCEDURE (CONI'0) 2. APPLICATION!(CONT'D) C. OTHER HAZARDS (CONI'D) 2. OPENING OF PROCESS PIPING WHEN IT IS NOT KNOWN THAT THE PIPING IS CLEAN AND VENTED. INCLUDED IN PROCESS PIPING ARE STEAM AND CONDENSATE. 3. OPERATING CRANES AND WINCH TRUCKS NEAR ELECTRIC POWER LINES. A. EXCAVATIONS. DIGGING, TRENCHING, DITCHING. THE USE OF HAND SHOVEL 18 AM EXCEPTION OP THE EXCAVATION IS LESS THAN POUR (A) PEET DEEP. 3. OTHER HAZARDS. WHEN THERE IS A CHANCE THAT MATERIALS THAT MAT INJURE OR CAUSE UNNECESSARY PERSONNEL EXPOSURE HAT BE PRESENT, WHEN HEIGHT OR PALLING OBJECTS MAY CREATE A HAZARD. 3. RESPONSIBILITIES! A. OPERATING UtfARIMLNI HI3UT -/Tr THE OPERATING DEPARTMENT HEAD OR 8 DESIGNATE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIFYING THE PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN THE PERFORMANCE OF HAZARDOUS WORK. \ .i III. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK I. 'PURPOSE ' TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF PERSONNEL WHEN ENTERING (ML WORKING IN CONFINED It''SPACES. X .* I. ' DE 000356 EXHIBIT A 1X1. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (COHT'D) definitions l M- Sr A. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ENTIRE PERSON INTO. A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT. ' OR B. THE INSERTION OF ANY PORTION OF THE BODY INTO A VESSEL OR EQUIPMENT WHERE THERE IS ANY POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. INITIAL ENTRY IS DEFINED AS! THE FIRST PERSON TO ENTER THE CONFINED SPACE TO CONDUCT THE REQUIRED TESTS OR TO DO THE WORK. CONFINED SPACE IS DEFINED AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO t A. AM ENCLOSURE WITH A LIMITED ACCESS OPENING FOR PERSONNEL SUCH AS CLOSED STORAGE TANKS* TANK CARS* BARGES, PROCESS EQUIPMENT. ETC. B. SPACES WITH LARGE OPENINGS SO CONGESTED OR DEEP AS TO REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF OTHERS 1H CASE OF EMERGENCY. t C. SPACES SUCH AS ELECTRICAL MANHOLES* SEWER MANHOLES, AND PITS* EQUIPMENT SKIRTS, EXCAVATIONS FOUR <4) FEET DEEP OR MORE, UNDERGROUND UTILITY LINES OR PIPE TUNNELS. PROCEDURE THE CONTROLS AND PRECAUTIONS AS INDICATED ON AN AUTHORIZED HAZARDOUS WORK PERMIT WILL BE ADHERED TO. A. CAS FREE SPACES V', . .' iV ` *' ** , 1. "GAB FREE" 18 DEFINED AS A SPACE MEETING THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS t A. ATMOSPHERE HAVING 8UIFXCX1 THAN 19.51 OXTCEN CONTENT DE 000357 exhibit a .III, CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (COHT'D) -Ptrr-b PROCEDURE (COHT'D) A. CAS FREE SPACES (COHT'D) 1. mGAS FREE" IS DEFINED AS A SPACE MEETING THE FOLLOWING i CONDITIONSt (CONT'D) I B. L.E.L. TEST OP O.OX - (EXPLOSIHETERS TEST). t C.i AN APPROPRIATE TOXICITY TEST TO MEET ACCEPTABLE T.L.V. ; STANDARDS WHERE APPLICABLE. 2. BEFORE INITIAL EHTRT IS HADE. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS MUST BE SATISFIEDt A. PERSON(S) HARING INITIAL ENTRY WILL BE EQUIPED WITH SAFETY HARNESS. LIFE LINES AND FRESH AIR HASR. I B. THE COHFINED SPACE WILL BE .VENTILATED BY A BLOWER OR AIR HORN. EQUIPMENT WILL BE COOLED TO 110*F PRIOR TO ENTRY. C. THE FOLLOWING HEMS WILL BE MINIMUM STANDBY SAFETY EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRY POINT FOR RESCUE WORE; 1. SAFETY HARNESS AND LIFE LINE. 2. FRESH AIR BREATHING EQUIPMENT. (1) (1) 3. FALCON AIR BORN. (1) D. A 8TAMDBY PERSON OR PERSONS WILL BE STATIONED OUTSIDE THE . CONFINED SPACE POINT OF ENTRY. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ; THE STANDBY LEAVE THE ASSIGNED STATION AS LONG AS CONFINED SPACE WORE IS IN PROCRISI. (EXCEPTIONSt TO OBTAIN EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE OR WHEN RELIEVED BY A EEFEACERENI.) DE 000358 EXHIBIT A . HI. CONFINED SPACES - ENTRY OR WORK (CONT'D) PROCEDURE (CONT') A. CAS FREE SPACES (CONl'D) ' > V,:l 3. WHEN ENTRY IS HADE, AND SECTION. Ill JuI.. OF THIS PROCEDURE IS SATISFIED. SAFETY HARNESS AND LIFE LINE CAN BE REMOVED FROM PERSONtS) INSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE AT THE DIRECTION OF THE DEPARTMENT HEAD OR A DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE. A. IF CONDITIONS SO WARRAHI, ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS DEEMED S/Tff /tfA/*-. - NECESSARY BY THE PEPARIHEltT- HEAP OR A DESIGNATED REPRESENT ATIVE HILL BE TAREH. t DE 000359 1. OSHA APPROVED SCAFFOLD AND WORK PLATFORMS SUFFICIENT TO ASSURE ACCESS TO WORK AREA AND FIRM FOOTING FOR WORKERS. 2. PORTKCT1VK CLOTHING SUCH AS RAIN SUITS OR TTVEC SUITS TO BE AVAILABLE AS NEEDED. 3. RUBBER BOOTS TO BE AVAILABLE AS NEEDED. 4. GLOVES* BOTH PROTECTIVE AND CHEMICAL RESISTANT. 5. COVERALL GOGGLES 6. HARD HATS 7. SAFETY GLASSES 8. BREATHING AIR EQUIPMENT FOR WORKERS IN THE CONFINED SPACES PLUS ANOTHER FULL SET FOR THE OUTSIDE HOLE HATCH. 9. LIFE LINE AND SAFETY BELT OR HARNESS FOR WORKERS IN THE CONFINED SPACE PLUS ANOTHER SET FOR THE OUTSIDE BOLE WATCH. 10. 12 VOLT LIGHTING IF LIGHTING IS REQUIRED INSIDE THE CONFINED SPACE AREA. 11.. FALCON AIR BORN FOR EMERGENCY SIGNAL TO BE AVAILABLE TO THE OUTSIDE HOLE WATCH. 12. PROPERLY CALIBRATED HYDROCARBON TEST ANALYZER IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. 13. PROPERLY CALIBRATED OXYGEN TEST ANALYZER IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. PE 000360 S&L SOUTHWESTERN LABORATORIES Materials, titrirenmentol and gtoteeknical engineering, nondestructive, metallurgical and analytical service: 222 Cavalcade SL P-O. Box 8768, Houston, Texas 77248 713/692-8151 Cliant Union Carbide Corporation Belia Cortez Star Rt- Box 90 Brownsville, Texas 78521 Cliant No. Report No. 89-11-374 Report Data 12/4/89 Project Bulk samples submitted for asbestos content analysis. Received from SwL-Los Fresnos at SwL-Houston on November 30, 1989. Analyzed on November 30, 1989. RESULTS Samole 1.0. 1 2 Sample Descriotion White Fibers w/Black Tar in White Coating White Fibrous Powder with Paper Becking ?*l W? n989-11-374-1 89-11-374-2 Asbestos Type Amosits Chiysotie Norn Detected % Asbestos* 10 2-3 - Other Fibrous Constituents % Cellulose (15) . Fibrous Glass (10) Cellulose (10) 3 White Cemantitioua 89-11-374-3 None Detected Mix w/Fibers on Metal Backing Cellulose (10) Fibrous Glass (5-8) 4 White Cementitous 89-11-374-4 Amosite Mix w/Fiber* on Metal Chiysotie Backing 5-8 Fibrous Glass (5-8) 5-8 Cellulose (5-8) 5 White Cementitious 89-11-374-5 Amosite Mix w/Fibers on Metal ChrysotM Backing 15 Fibrous Glass (5) 5-8 6 White Cemantitioua 89-11-374-6 ChrysotSe 10 Fibrous Glass (IS) Mix w/Fibers on Fabric Backing * The percentage of asbestos is microscopicaly visually estimated. Menod of Analyst: CFR-47, No, 103, Appendbc A (PoNnstd UgM Mtcrotcopy) 5L Houston it an acerMittO laboratory for bUk asbtstot analyst LaOoratory 1.0. No. 1S02 00. SameKs we ot atcardto arts a ttoragt period of 60 days, unless omaf amnoamifflt art specified. Results prtatnttd ptrttln to only actus samoit analyztd. Technician: Charles Remkes Copies: 3-Union Carbide Corporation Reviewed By or Terry J. Environmental/; trtters rnd report* we for the fxehahct ^ g* g* cHm n whom they vt sdflr*ed Tb# letter* end reports Wwl not be reproduced except *. fun without the tpprovti of tbe testing U6oratory. Tt* use of our neme must recctvn our pour written *4>pscftL DE 000361 S>L SOUTHWESTERN LABORATORIES Materials, environmental and geotechnical engineering, nondestructive, metallurgical and analytical services 222 Cavalcade St P.0. Box 8768, Houston, Texas 77249 713/692-9151 Client Union Carbide Corporation Belia Cortez Star Rt. Box 90 Brownsville, Texas 78521 Client No. Report No. 89-11-374 Report Date 12/4/89 Project Bulk samples submitted for asbestos content analysis. Received from SwL-Los Fresnos at SvL-Houston on November 30, 1989. Analyzed on November 30, 1989. RESULTS SamDle 1.0. 1 2 3 4 5 Sample Description White Fibers w/Black Tv in White Coating White Ffcrous Powder with Paper Backing White Cementitious Mix w/Fibers on Metal Backing White Cementitous Mix w/Fibers on Metal Backing White Cementitious Mix w/Fibers on Metal Backing 5H.l4fr.N9,, 89-11-374-1 69-11-374-2 89-11-374-3 89-11-374-4 89-11-374-5 Asbestos Type Amosite Chrysotie None Detected None Detected . Amosite Chrysolite Amosite Chiysotile % Asbestos* 10 2-3 - _ Other Fibrous Constituents % Cellulose (IS) Fibrous Glass (10) Cellulose (10) Cellulose (10) Fibrous Glass (5-8) 5-8 ' Fibrous Glass (5-8) 54 Cellulose (5-8) 15 Fibrous Glass (5) 5-8 6 White Cementitious 89-11-374-6 Chrysotlle 10 Fibrous Glass (15) Mix w/Fibers on Fabric Backing * The percentage of asbestos is microscopicaly visually estimated. Mttnos ot Analysis: CFR-47, No. 103. Appendix A (Potartted Ugm Microscopy) Swl Houston is *n aesradlted laboratory for bulk asbestos analysis laboratory 1.0. No. 1S02 00. Samples win be dtscaroed after a storage period of SO days, uniass oner arrangements are specked. Results presented pertain to only actual sample analyzed. Technician: Chutes Remkas O.- i,p. -s ane reports are tor trr exclusive u r rr r'ier- to *di<n tney we aorressed. The 'otters and reports slat not be reproduced eacept m m wrtnout me approval ot me testing Isooratory. The use ot our name must reeeha our poor vurmen appiovsl. DE 000362 Swl SOUTHWESTERN LABORATORIES HtUriaU, fTriTCHtunf-' and ftcttekmiad mjfiwn'iit mtrtaltmrttenl *4 xxaiyticui 222 CmIwK St P.0. Box STM, Houston, Tews 77249 * 713/892-91Si Client Union Carbide Corporation Star Route Box 90 Brownsville, Texas 78521 Atn: Ms. Bella Cortez Client No. 8-8813-00 Report No. 89-11-374 Report Date 12/4/89 RGV REPORT NO: 26262 Proieet Bulk samples submitted for asbestos content analysis. Received from SvL-Los Fresnos at SwL-Houston on Noveaber 30. 1989. Anaiyzea on November 30, 1989. RESULTS S*TMole i-P. n Samel* Bassnettec Whit* Ffees w/Black Tar in Whitt Coating M uiuaa. 89-11-374-1 2 Whit* fibrous Powder with 89-11-374-2 PPr Backing 3 Whit* C*m*ntitioua 89-11-374-3 Mix w/fibrt on Mats Backing 4 Whit* C*mntitous 88-11-374-4 Mix w/Ffeers on Mstal Backing 5 Whit* Cementitious 89-11-374-5 Mix w/fib*r* on Metal Backing 6 Whit* Camentitious 89-11-3744 Mix w/fibr* on Fabric Butting * 77>t percentage of Htuua is mteresoopcaJy visually cstimatad Asbastos TVo* Amesk* ChrysoS* Non* Detected Non* Detected Amoaite Cniysotil* AmoSit* CiuyaotBe ChrysoS* % Asbestos* 19 2-3 - 5-8 M 15 54 10 Other Fibrous Conamjams % Cellulose (15) Fibrous Glass (10) Cellulose (10) Cellulose (10) P<>rw Clee ( 0) Fibrous Glass (54) Cellulose (54) Fibrous Glass (5) Fibrous Glass (IS) Mafliee of AnalyMs.- CFFM7. He. lOJ, Appwt A (Faeroeo ugM MKreteem swu Hoveten it an eecrxuM Moratory for OiCc (Uitttt anuytu - UBorstoiy 10. no. 1502 00. Sun?** tl M oecxaae attar t xarxje panes er tO oar*, uraasa ower tnanotmaott xe toeetSac. Hatutt ofattmoc partein to only actual samp* anXyzad Technician: diaries Remkes SOUTHWESTERN LABORATORIES Tsrry JPtu&rf, P.E., Asbestos Msnagsr Enmnincnai/Analvdeal Services Ax Mean and rxvuv. --* -- -- 1 ` -- -- * --. ---- -- --* , .. ... ..w. Tt-- x*i .. iiwu xax 1UUM rtproaucM aaeapt in M wmout me appro*! of ma xassne Moratory. TNe uti or cux name must racexa ax pnr widen approval. DE 000363 Swl southwestern laboratories Usuriall, tanirejumnlat and t*et*ckmical gnfburntf, *n*jU*tnaiwn mrlalturglcad and mUftieal mr 222 Ctmlcsde St f.O. Bex S76*. Houston, tu 77249 ' 712/892-9131 Client Union Carbide corporation Star Route Box 90 Brownsville, Texas 78521 Atn: Ms. Bella Cortez Client No. 8-8813-0tf Report No. 89-11-374 Report Date 12/4/89 RGV REPORT NO: 26262 Project Bulk samples submitted for asbestos content analysis. Received from SwL-Los Fresnos at SvL-Houston on November 30, 1989. Anaiyzea on November 30, 1989. . RESULTS Snol* I P1 2 3 4 Sample SffFicttog Whit* Fibers w/Blaek T*r In Whit* Coating Who Fferous Powder with Peper Backing Whrte C*m*ntitious Mbt w/fibers on Mtai Backing Whrt* Cenentitous Mat w/Ffeers on M*ttl Backing S"l lt> No 89-11-374.1 83-11-3742 *8-11-3744 89-11-374-1 Ateawiitoi ArnoiHe Chrysofl* None Detected None Detected Amosite Chrysotile Asbestos.* 10 24 - Other FibrousConstituents % Cellulose (15) Fibrous Glass (10) Cellulose (10) Cellulose (10) <*lse { 0) 54 Fibrous Glass (54) 54 Cellulose (54) 3 Whit* Cementitious <9-11474-3 Amceite Mk w/Fibers on Metal Ch/ysotHe Becking 6 White Cementitious *9-114744 Chrysotile Mix w/Fibers on Fabric Backing IS Fibrous Glass (5) $4 10 Fibrous Glass (15) * The percentage of uketet is microscopically visuaBy estimated. Mtinsa of Anelytra: CFRW7, Mo. itB, Appenaec A (PattnzM ugrx Meroseepyj Swt Hooton it m accnuM Maorcory for oust U1HM analysis ueoratory 1.8. no. 1S02 00. StmpiM wtl b otaiM eittr a Atoroot ptnoa *t K days. uneu cow arrangsmtnu arc toccata. Acium wtscmee fitntn to any oesai tcmpic anwyzea Technician: Charles Remkes ftf llBIrt 4M ttAASi 8m# iee >^ s co* cetos aewooMe, Yis isoeg en iVpwii^ tWe tif PIWM cuept n fiA -,iciX me approval cf me testing secretory. The nt cf u unis must racer* our prior MKtei Mym ef DE 000364 Swl. SOUTHWESTERN LABORATORIES UMUriah, tmnraumttUl and fieuekaiad nfuutrrutg, HMdtariuxhe, mHaltmrttetl W mtalftiemt nmn 222 Cavalcade & P-O. Box 6788. Moucon, Texu 77249 * 713/692*8181 Client Union Carbide Corporation Scar Route Box 90 Brownsville, Texas 78521 ACn: Ms. Bella Cortez Client No. 8-8313-00 Report No. 89-11-374 Report Otte 12/4/89 RGV REPORT NO: 26262 Project Bulk samples submitted for asbestos content analysis. Received from SwL-Los Fresnos at SvL-Houston on Novenber 30, 1989. .analyzed on November 30, 1989. RESULTS Sample l.D. T Sample Ooecnotion Whita Fbers w/BUek Tar In White Coaling M UPJto, 89*11*37+1 Al&tfWI.TVBt Amoiia Chrysotla * awm: 10 24 Other Fibrous Constituents "4 CeUuiOS# (15) Fibrous Glass (10) 2 White Fferous Powder with 89-11-3742 None Detected - Paper Backing Cellulose (10) 3 White Cementitious 88*11-3744 None Detected Mix w/Fibers on Metal Backing Cellulose (10) Kbr*ua Ola** (S 0) 4 White Cememitous 88-11-37+4 Amotite Mix w/Fbers on Metal Chrysobla Backing 84 Fibrous Glass (54) 54 Cellulose (54) 8 White Cementitious 88*1147+5 Amotite IS Fibrous Glass (5) Mix w/Fibtrs on Metal Booking Chrysolite - 84 6 White Cementitious 88-1147+8 Chrysolite 10 Fibrous Glass (IS) Mix w/Fibers on fabric Backing * The percentage of asseatoa is micreseopiealy Ytsuafly estimated. MeBioa of Arttlysie: CSR**7. No. 103, Aposnek A (tistaroee U|M Mcrotcepy] v. houtan tt w leeneMa Moratory lor oak esetttoe onaiy* - uoootoiy IjO. so. 1S02 00. 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