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FOREWORD A The prevention of accidents requires a sound knowledge of why accidents occur- Our experience and power to anticipate result in a realization that certain situations are hazardous and produce accidents and injuries. Our realization then crystallzes in what we call safety policies, procedures, and practices. These are - being brought together and will constitute this Accident Prevention Manual. . Since we are a new and' growing organization and most of our . experiences lie ahead, this will by necessity be a document that will undergo many changes, revisions, and expansions as we improve and expand our operation. We are fortunate to have at our disposal in the beginning the experience of trained personnel in both the petro-chemLcal and closely related .oil refinery fields 1 Many of _ the safety rules contained in this manual are hot from the experi ence of one plant or one industry, bub. are collected from, the experience of all industry. j j ----------- We are not in any way trying to be original in the development ..of this manual but are striving to assemble the best proven and tested safety practices that are available for the protection of JjV. our people and equipment.. Therefore, it follows that the indivi dual who mistakenly pits his own.good .experience against this collective experience is taking a definite risk ..of injury. We recognize that no manual can cover all possible situations that may arise.. However> a thorough knowledge and observance of these policies and procedures will develop an appreciation of what constitutes a hazardous situation and what can be done about it. It is the policy of our company to provide safe equipment, good tools and all necessary protective devices. We expect every employee to use tools, equipment, and protective devices properly and maintain them in good condition. The practice of good main tenance and housekeeping is a vital part of any successful safety program. We expect eacheaployee to be a .safe worker. There is no part of our job.more .important than' safety. . E.. H. PETERS ' ' ' a o n v' TABLE OFCOBTENTS Foreword . iv^- Section A. Responsibilities of Supervisors Section B. . For All Employees * i Personal Conduct Clothing , .Electric Equipment .Eye Protection Fire Protection Glass Containers Good Housekeeping Guards Ladders and Stairways .Life Belts Machinery -Mechanical Equipment ' Petroleum and Chemicals Production Equipment .'Respiratory Protection Tools Trestle Scaffolds Miscellaneous .j.' Section. C. Personal Protective Equipment .Respiratory Protection ' Canister-Type Gas Mask /. -)iV>y-v-.--. - 1 Fresh Air Hose Mask . . Air Line Mask _ Chemical Cartridge Respirator Bust Respirators . Face and Rye Protection jet*."' .Goggles Prescription Goggles >? ' : ^v` ' * ' . :1 ` .-Face Shields .. Rust Hoods and Masks . * Acid Hoods Head Protection' - Band Protection Chemicals and Irritants Heat < . Foot Protection Body Protection ' :iV**1 . ; * . :.y . Aprons and Suits ' Coveralls Miscellaneous Items Life Belts . Sweat Pads * - Ear Protection 4**.'**:.*. . .Protective. Creams _ 1 5 5 7 7. 8 11 12 .13 13 14 ik 15 15 16 18 19 20 21 21 22 22 22 25 .26 26 27 28 28 30 30 31 31 32 32 32 33 33 3^ 3^ 35 35 . 35 36 36 3T 034933 O^ TABLE- OF CONTENTS .(COHT'D) Section D. .Precautions of Chemicals General Information (Chemicals listed alphabetically.) 034934 MOBIL CHEMICAL COMPANY BEAUMONT, TEXAS ACCIDENT HIEVENTION MANUAL SECTION A. RESPONSIBILITIES -OF SDPSRVISCiRS GENERAL *' 1. The supervisor (defined as anyone directing people or work regardless of ordinary title) is charged with personal, responsi- bility far the prevention of- accidents. 2. He'must cooperate vith other supervisors in preventing accidents. a. All Production Supervisors shall cooperate and coordinate fully vith Mechanical Supervisors to the end of promoting safe operations of mechanical work in the vicinity of their .equipment. b. All Mechanical Supervisors shall cooperate and coordinate fully vith Production Supervisors in all cases vhere vork- is "being done on or in the vicinity of.Production .equipment. c. No vork shall he started on operating .units until the Mechanical Supervisor knows definitely, that the Production Supervisor has been notified vhat .work is to he done and has received his approval to begin such vork. . d- When conditions arise either before starting a .job or during the progress of any work, which, in. the opinion of a supervisor make it unsafe to proceed, the vork shall.be stopped .and he shall notify his Immediate superior at once. 3. -He must .know the safe methods of doing the work under his supervision. 4. He must know the Safety Rules and Safe Practices that apply and. observe them himself by way of .example. 5* He is responsible for the proper maintenance and correct use of all safety devices and protective equipment required for his vork. a. The use of safety devices and protective .equipment shall be required by supervisors at all times when needed. When in dodbt .as to the .necessity ofusing safety devices, and pro tective .equipment, their, use shall.be required.  6. He must instruct in the correct methods of doing the job. a. He shall satisfy himself that the men working under him are competent to perform their work with safety. b. When receiving a new man, whether newly employed by the Company or transferred from another department, attention shall he given to his mental and physical fitness for the work he is to perform. c. The supervisor shall explain in detail to a new employee the safety rules and safe practices which apply to his craft or occupation. It must not he taken for granted that a new man knows his work just because ,he says so. d. The supervisor shall explain in detail the particular hazards of the department in which the employee is working and the precautions to he taken to insure his safety. 7* He is required to follow-up on his instructions and make cer tain that they are understood and carried out. a. Supervisors are held responsible for taking all possible and reasonable precautions within their power to prevent accidents. They shall satisfy themselves by observance and' checkup that all safety rules and safe practices are being observed. b. Supervisors shall .not permit the use of improper or unsafe tools or equipment. 8. Supervisors are responsible for the general housekeeping .conditions on or around.the work of which they are in.charge. 9* No set of written rules, however complete, can provide for . all situations,, contingencies, or emergencies which are constantly arising. Supervisors are .expected to see that intelligence is employed in the selections of methods in performing the tasks at hand. ' THE FOLLOWING' RULES ARE PRIMARILY SUPERVISORY HI MATURE AMD ARE 70 BE OBSERVED -AHD ENFORCED HI THE SUPERVISOR: * .1. All excavations shall be adequately covered .or properly guarded :when left .before the work has been completed. 2. Makeshifts of any kind shall not be used. 3- When work is completed, all leftover material, junk, tools and equipment are to be removed to the proper places. 034938 -a - 4. All conditions which may affect the safety of men or equipment must he reported at once. When correction is within the authority of the individual, it must he done immediately. 5- All portable hand lights must he of the explosion-proof type, except in those places where the vapor-proof type has been specifically approved. No portable hand light is to be used unless the outside globe and metal guard is in place. 6. Electric extension cords and lights should be inspected con stantly while in use. They must be returned to the tool room for inspection at least once each week. 7. No work shall be started on acid, caustic, or hot oil lines or equipment before receiving the personal approval of the operating supervisor in charge. 8. Supervisors in "charge of operating equipment must make certain, by personal inspection, that pressure is off, lines and equipment are drained where necessary, vessels and lines are blanked off where needed, valves are locked or tagged if necessary and that it is safe to perform the work before authorizing Mechanical Supervisors to proceed. Particular checking should be made on all chemical, acid, caustic, and hot oil equipment. When necessary, adjacent or connected lines or equipment should be protected against their being broken. 9. Arrangements shall be made to contact at regular intervals, all men working alone in isolated locations, by telephone or other wise. These contacts shall be made at least twice a shift, at equal intervals, in addition to the contact at the beginning and end of the shift. More frequent contacts shall be made if the conditions are such as to justify it. 10. When work is completed, all guards, handrails, etc., must be replaced. 11. All installations requiring the placing of" electric circuits or conduit underground are to be protected by a layer of concrete to which red coloring matter has been added. 12. Gas tests must be made before entering an open top vessel or excavation where a man's head will be below the top of the vessel or excavation. Such gas tests must be repeated at frequent inter vals in recognized gaseous areas. Care must be exercised to see that all possible sources of gas accumulations are found and cared for. When it is impractical to prevent possible gas accumu lations, the necessary precautions must be taken. These may be the use of adequate ventilation or the use of proper personal protective equipment. 03*937 -3- 00401 13 No connections into or alterations to the domestic water systems shall he made without the knowledge and written approval of the Utility Engineer. 14. The number of employees working on or around a Process Unit must ha kept to an absolute minimum whan that unit is being taken out of operation or being put into operation. The Production Supervisors are responsible far advising the proper Mechanical Supervisors when such - operations are in progress. Mechanical Supervisors must notify the operating personnel when they are starting.work on any part .of an operating unit. 034938 00402 ' - v- SECTION B. FOR ALL EMPLOYEES PERSONAL CONDUCT 1. All injuries, no matter how slight, must he reported, to the Medical Department immediately. 2. An employee getting his clothing saturated with oil or chemi cals must vush the parts of his body affected with water, change his clothing, and report at once to First Aid. 3.. Before starting any work on lines or equipment, request specific instructions from the operator of the equipment involved and obtain his O.X. before proceeding with the work. Loitering around operating units is prohibited at all times. 5- Place tools or material on scaffolds, tank buggies, top of towers, platforms, or other elevations in such a manner that they will not create a tripping hazard or become dislodged and fall. 6. Before throwing or dropping material from above, the area below must be properly blocked off and guarded to prevent anyone frcm passing .underneath. T* All loose objects must be removed from the top of tank buggies or scaffolds before they are moved. 8. Conduct which may he termed ''fooling" or "horseplay" Is strictly forbidden. 9. Climbing over railroad cars, crawling cr sitting under such cars or attempting to pass between cars that are standing close together on the same-track, except at loading racks, is forbidden.. .10. Employees must never use compressed air to clean their . clothing cm* their person, and the air hose must not he pointed jtcward - anyone. 11. Do not use short cuts or make pathways through process equip ment areas. 12. Where walkways are provided, employees shall use them. When necessary to use the roads, employees shall keep on the left side in order to face any approaching vehicles, unless otherwise .directed by traffic'signs. 13. Major work .should not be done while standing on lines or fit tings. 034939 0G4C3  l4. Avoid walking on pipe lines, asbestos or transite roofs, car defective roofs. 15* Exercise every effort to prevent anyone from walking in the vicinity of lines holding a strain. v* .. 16. All man should keep clear of suspended loads wherever practical. 17. Employees should be on the watch for leaks, defective ladders, railings, cables and all unsafe conditions or absence of safeguards. Report such defects to your supervisor or to the Safety Department. .18. Do not use defective equipment of any kind. 19* Use the proper method when lifting, keep the back as nearly upright as possible, using the leg muscles. Do not attempt to lift more than can be safely handled. .See that there are suffi cient men for the load. Use a hoist to move large heavy objects. ./ 20. In cases of serious injuries and injuries which might be , serious even though not apparently so, call the ambulance; give specific information as to the exact location where the ambulance should go. If possible, state the extent of the injuries. Give your name and number. 21. First Aid in emergencies is the only occasion when anyone should render aid to an injury. Even then, be certain you know what to do. "When an individual is not breathing due to drowning, electrical shock, or being overcame by gas fumes, start artificial respira tion immediately. -Have someone call a doctor as soon as possible. 22. .Every employee is urged to secure knowledge of correct emergency first aid. . Uhls can be done by taking one of the standard FirstAid courses. 23. . Every effort. should be made to avoid passing under scaffolds . . car other elevations from which work is being performed. 2^. Exercise care in walking and in moving about your work in order to avoid slipping, tripping, or falling. Particular care should he taken while walking on fire walls car going.up or down stairs. 25. Felling objects have caused many serious injuries. . Handle .material with care. Keep feet in the clear. ' 26. Every employee should consider it a part of his duties to take ' an active part in all safety work and should insist .on the observance of safe practices by fellow workers. 27* -Avoid eating lunches in places where a possible hazard exists; far example, production .equipment in operation. 034940 CLOTHING 28. Wear protective bats when working In places where any hazard exists from, falling objects. 29- When working on equipment in acid, caustic, or other chemical services, wear clothing covering the body. Wear goggles, protective gloves, and where necessary, rubber aprons and boots. 30. All employees working with ar where there is a probability of exposure to acid, caustic, chemicals, hot oil, steam or fires must wear clothing covering the body, including some type of head covering; particularly, they must wear shirts with sleeves down. Any employee, who in the course of his work may become exposed to the hazard, must wear shirts with sleeves which can he rolled down. When additional protective clothing is necessary, it must be secured and warn. 31. The wearing of hobnailed shoes or shoes with protruding nails or metal taps is prohibited. (Men should avail themselves to the privilege of purchasing safety shoes through the Company, and should wear them at work.) 32. Employees must not wear neckties, dangling sleeves, or other loose clothing while operating or working close to moving machinery. Gloves must not be worn while using abrasive or buffing wheels. 33* Do not tie or attach a rag to your person in such a manner that it cannot be removed with one quick movement. 3^* Long-cuffed gloves should be used in drawing hot oil samples. 35* Ho rings, bracelets, necklaces, wrist watches, etc., should be worn when one is working around moving machinery or when exposed to chemicals. 36. .Do not work in oily clothing as a flash might prove fatal. Have work clothes washed frequently. ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT 3T* -Only authorized employees shall start electrically-driven equipment. In the event that it does not start or run properly they must not tamper with it. The Utilities Engineer must be notified. .38. In cases of emergencies, duly authorized and instructed Individuals are permitted to change cartridge-type fuses up to and including k40 volts. Under all other circumstances, an electrician must be called. 39* Vapor-proof globes are not to be removed for any purpose, except for cleaning or by those authorized to replace burned out light globes. Shay must be replaced. . Shis does not apply to explosion-proof fixtures which can be opened only by authorized persons. 40. All electrical equipment must be properly grounded. 41. On portable electric equipment with an outside ground wire, the ground connection must be made before making the electrical connection. Work the ground clamp hack and forth at the point of connection, so what rust, paint, etc., will he scraped off, thus insuring a good connection. 42. The use of an unapproved flashlight 3 prohibited. 4-3. All repairs to Company flashlighta must be made by authorized persons only. 44. An electric extension cord should not be used if it is in bad condition. Check each card before using it for bad insulation, broken grounds, or cracked or broken protecting globes. Avoid .wrapping the cord around the arms or any part of the body. Avoid standing in water while using the cord. 45. Employees should regard all wires as live and dangerous and are warned against permitting any object being handled to come in contact with electric linet The insulation on the wire is no guarantee that it will not cause instant death. Any wire found dangling from a post or any other electrical equipment should he reported immediately to the Utilities Engineer. If he is not available, the Plant Protection Department should he called in order that a guard may be furnished until an-electrician can he secured. 46. Any defective electrical equipment should he reported to your supervisor or to the electrician assigned to the unit. 4j. Insulated platforms should be used when starting and stopping electric motors. EYE PROTECTION 48. No attempt shall he made by any employee to remove a chip .or foreign substance of any kind frcm the eye, other than the use of an emergency eye fountain in case of chemicals. 49. Employees must wear the correct type of goggles on all opera tions where a hazard to the eyes exists. Consult your supervisor or the Safety Department as to the correct type of goggles to use. * 034942 -8- 50. The following work requires the use of goggles, in addition, supervisor^ may require their use on other work not specified: (I) Anyone working near other persons where work requires them to wear goggles must also wear them. . (2) Working where rust, dust, sand, coke, or other foreign objects are blowing about. (3) Handling or moving junk, coke, brick, cinders, garbage or trash. (h) Working in or going in and out of fireboxes. (5) Handling material in. powder and semi-powder forms and where a dust hazard exists. (6) Mixing, pouring, melting or working where there is a probability of exposure to molten metals, asphalt, pitch or chemicals- (T) Handling chemicals or opening containers in which such, material is received. (8) Cleaning, making repairs or adjustments on lines or equipment which contain or have contained chemicals or hot oil. ' (9) .Opening or closing or adjusting packing on all chemical .or light hydrocarbon valves. (10) .Opening, bleeding, venting or draining lines, pumps, vessels and other .equipment, which have contained chemicals or pressure, either by opening drain valves or flanges. (II) .Using air, steam, or other agents to open any plugged ' line or vessel or when exposed to the discharge of such agents being used to purge equipment to the atmosphere. (12) Adjusting packing glands on compressors, pumps, engines, etc., while in operation. (13) Cleaning or lubricating stopcocks, .valves, pumps, or other equipment where grease plugs, pressure screws or grease guns are used. . (14) Investigating .or working on or around oil, gas steam, .or chemical leaks. (15) Opening lines and dismantling equipment such as safety valves, pressure gauges, manhole covers, etc. (16) Internal inspection of towers, safety valves and tanks. -9- 034943 _ \/ * (17) Chipping, cutting, "breaking, reaming or drilling any material where a flying chip hazard exists. (18) .Grinding, filing and "buffing of all kinds. (19) All scraping and cleaning on metal surfaces. (20) Cleaning, removing, or tightening gauge glasses. (21) Performing overhead work vhich requires looking upward. (22) Using air, steam or water hose for cleaning. (23) All operations where, there is a hammering of metal against metal, except carpenters driving nails. (2*) When working in the vicinity of electric welding, wear-goggles with special lenses. (25) Paint scraping and paint spraying. (26) . Shearing scrap metal. (27) .All welding and burning operations. (28) Working under rolling or stationary mechanical machinery or equipment. (29) Removing asbestos insulation, cutting insulation, lacing lip insulation, handling granulated insulation and on all close insulation work. (30) ".Using pick cr mattock. (31) Operating concrete mixer, cement gun, sandblasting, mixing, pouring, and puddling mortar or concrete. (32) Machine operations where a flying chip hazard exists. (33) .Cutting and cleaning brick. (3^) Drilling into pipe lines. (35) Heating and inspecting heated materials and equipment - (36) .Working with or replacing glass. (37) .Handling rusty cables and materials. (38) .Using portable pneumatic tools. - 10 - 034944 00408 * (39) .Using metal "brush. (40) When pulling with pliers, when cutting wire under tension, or when handling wire where a hazard exists of loose ends flying. (41) .Drawing hot samples of oil. (42) Drawing samples of light hydrocarbons, gas or chemicals from, lines, vessels or other equipment. (4-3) Starting fires in furnaces and inspecting fires and fireboxes. (44) Gauging any tank Containing chemicals. (4-5) Drawing water when units are caning .on. 51. -Ho employee shall leave the plant when he knows that his eye is giving him trouble as the result of circumstances connected with his work, without reparting to the Medical Department. This must be done even though the employee thinks that there is no foreign substance in his eye. . 52. All repairs to goggles should be made by the Safety Department. . FIRE HlOTECTIOir 53- She use of burning or welding equipment, rivit heaters, forges, tar pots, portable emery, wheels, gasoline torches, soldering equip ment, nonexplosion-proof floodlights, string lights (which must be installed, moved or removed by an electrician only) or any other such equipment, in locations outside of those areas approved for hot work, requires a "Sort. Work" permit. 5^* All portable cleaned equipment such as steel drums, barrels, shell and tube heat exchangers,- etc., which can be readily moved from place to place with the possibility of becoming confused with a like piece of equipment which has not been cleaned, must be prominently marked as cleaned .or gas free, together with the date . of such preparation,... 55- The use of light distillates far cleaning .purposes is strictly forbidden. 56- Smoking, except at approved locations, .and carrying matches other than safety matches anywhere within the plants, are abso lutely forbidden. 5T* -Fire fighting equipment should be used for fires only. - -11 - 034945 .0 58. Do not "block access to fire fight-trig equipment with equip ment or materials. 59- Water should not "be used to extinguish a fire on or about electric apparatus as it is a conductor of electricity. Use dry chemical extinguisher, COg extinguisher, blankets, or sand. 60. Avoid working close to sewer manholes whenever possible. Do not drag or. drop material on them as such action might create a spark. 6l. Familiarize yourself with the location of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, and safety showers in the area in which you are working. GLASS COflTAIHERS 62. Sample bottles are to be used only for those purposes for which they are furnished. .They are-not to be used for carrying drinking water, etc. A. Samples having V'Reid vapor pressures of less than 15 lbs..require no special protection or marking. B. Samples having Reid vapor pressures of 15 to 25 lbs. may be taken in the approved glass bottles provided they are kept during storage or transportation in metal containers. The metal containers may be closed or left open as desired. C. Samples having Reid vapor pressures between 25 and 35 lbs. . may be taken in the approved glass bottles provided they are kept during storage or transportation in an ice water bath .or in a metal container in a refrigerated storage room at a temperature not to exceed 45F. . D. Samples having Reid vapor pressures of 15 lbs. or higher in glass. containers must have a red tag attached solely for the purpose of indicating the vapor pressure. A separate tag should be used for sample identification. . E. Samples having Reid vapor pressures of 35 lbs., or higher must be taken in approved metal bombs, except under the following circumstances: " . Personnel conducting experimental laboratory work may place samples tip to one quart in size in glass containers .and store in wet or dry ice baths or in suitable refrigerated storage under their own custody. If the samples are to be transferred from one laboratory section to another, the conventional pro cedure must be used, except upder-special agreement with the receiving section head or. his "authorized representative. 034946 - -12 00410 63. Glass bottles three-gallon or larger, regardless of contents, or one-gallon or larger containing corrosive chemical solutions, shall he transported and handled only.in a protective container. 6k. Empty bottles and bottles containing clear products should not be placed where they might act as a burning glass and direct the'sun's rays, on flammable material. GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 65. Remove or bend down all nails wherever they may be, using a hammer or other suitable implement, as protruding nails are a serious hazard. Do not bend down nails by stepping on them. All nails in the heads of kegs or wooden barrels shall-.be removed when the containers are opened. t 66. Do not place material or equipment. closer than six feet from the outside rail of any railroad track. 67. Keep all aisles, passageways, stairs, platforms, and ladders clear of all obstructions. Material should not be placed where it will offer a stumbling hazard and should be piled with due regard to safety. 68. Never allow oily waste, rags, or clothes to lie around. They should he placed in closed metal containers. Oily or chemically damaged boards should not be used to build scaffolds. . 69. - Any oil, catalyst, or chemical spilled on stairs, platforms, walkways or any other walking.areas should be cleaned '.up immediately; It may cause a fall. 70. Waste material should not be allowed to accumulate but.should be cleaned up and hauled- away. 71* Floors.should be kept clean and in .good repair. GUARDS 72. All excavations must be adequately.guarded or covered with planks to prevent anyone from falling. or. stepping into them. .Planks of adequate strength and length must be used. Covers and guardrails must be replaced before leaving a job-where the work is not continuous. -73* -Openings in handrails' made to facilitate the handling of material must be adequately guarded. Permanent handrails and guardrails must be replaced immediately after-the need for the opening is ended. 034947 / Jk. Handrails must not be used as a support far material such, as exchanger heads, manhole cover plates, etc. 75* Any employee removing covers from manholes or pits in floors or in the ground must replace them or see that the openings are adequately guarded if left open. 76. When working on a ladder, platform, or piece of equipment over a road, walkway, or passageway a yarning sign, "Men Working Overhead", .must he prominently placed below. LADDERS AMD STAIRWAYS 77. Ladders must be in.good condition. They must be equipped with safety shoes or securely fastened to prevent slipping. 78. Ladders must not be placed in front of a door unless the door is locked.or adequately guarded. 79* 0 descend a ladder, always face the ladder and keep a firm hold. 80. -When necessary to climb ladders or stairways; use a hand line to raise or lower material. Carpenters building scaffolds and riggers doing construction work .are excepted. However, they should see that a reasonably free use of the hands is provided .at all times. 81. While going up .or down stairways, avoid carrying tools or material in such a way as to prevent the free.use of the hands. 82. When working from a ladder, care should always be taken to keep from leaning too far.. LIFE BEETS 83* -An altitude hazard shall be construed as existing whenever . men are required to work frcm any sort of scaffold, platform or . other elevation which does not. provide sufficient protection to the worker. Uhder such 'conditions, men shall be required to wear .life-belts. Excepting: (a) Men working from approved scaffolds. (b) Men working.on approved carriages. (c) Men working, on roofs wiijh less than l/k pitch (on all other roofs, men must wear lift belts; also on any roof when working within six .feet .of the edge). 034948 00422 (d) Riggers. (e) Carpenters erecting scaffolding or other timber framing. (f) Structural iron workers when erecting structural iron. 84. Wien a. life belt is worn, the left belt line must be sup ported independently of the scaffold, carriage, or platform from which the men are working. 85. All life belts and ropes should be thoroughly inspected before being used. If found to be defective, they should be discarded. MACHINERY 86. The operation of any machine except by an authorized employee is prohibited. 87. Do not work on any .machinery while it is .in motion .if it is practical to shut it down. All guards must be kept in place while the machinery is in. motion and not being worked on. 88. No major repair work should be done over moving machinery. When working close to moving machinery, a guard must be provided . between the machinery and the men working. 89. Tool rests on abrasive wheels must he kept adjusted close to the wheel and above the center of the wheel. 90. Only authorized employees shall be permitted .to .change or replace grinding wheels on permanent installations. . 91* Hoist machine operators should keep their eyes on the man giving signals and should,-not allow.cables to stack up on the Bide of the drum. MECHANICAL EQPUMEHT 92. The Use of any makeshift .apparatus is prohibited. For -example, drums or barrels must not be used for. workbenches, supports for scaffolds, etc. 93* Men are not. allowed to ride .on material, hoists, crane blocks, or crane loads. 94. Chains are to b^ used only, in places and on work .where their .use has been authorized. 95* Inspect all scaffolds and working platforms before going on them to see that they are adequately supported and made from good and .substantial material. Use enough, planks to provide sufficient footing. 034949 -15* Af)<f y 96. Do not overload any scaffold or platform. 97- Avoid the use of ropes which show excessive wear or which may have been weakened due to exposure to the elements or to chemicals. Test ropes before trusting your life to them. PETROLEUM ADD CHEMICALS 98. The petroleum aromatics and certain chemicals' present addi tional. hazards to those of the ordinary petroleum hydrocarbons. In addition to the vapor inhalation hazard, they may be absorbed by skin contact. Care should be taken to avoid skin contact. a. Before entering vessels or enclosed areas, such as pump pits, where aromatic hydrocarbons or chemicals have been stored or handled, the Safety Department must be called in order that proper tests for concentration may be made. Gas masks suitable for the condition which exists must be worn. b. Gas Masks and protective gloves must be used when gauging and sampling these materials in tanks or tank cars. c. Protective gloves must be used when sampling these materials at units. d. In case of skin contact with these materials, they must be immediately washed off with soap and water. e. When sampling or gauging on equipment handling these chemicals, extra care should be taken to avoid skin contact. The hands should be washed with soap and water after such operations. f. When opening or cleaning equipment^ processing or handling these chemicals, protective equipment such as gloves, rubber aprons or suits, etc., must be used. g. If any of these chemicals are spilled on the clothing, the clothing should be removed- and a shower taken. If a change of clothing is not available, coveralls may be provided upon authorization of the foreman or his authorized representative. h. Any skin irritation must be reported to the Medical Depart ment . i. Tanks and equipment handling toxic materials shall be posted with the approved caution sign. j. When tanks which have contained these materials are removed from service for cleaning, the Safety Department is to be notified. 034950 - 16 - -/ / k. 'When mechanics are given an O.K. to work on lines or equipment handling toxic materials, the line or equipment must he tagged with a caution tag hy the operator designating the work. 1. When a valve, fitting, line or piece of equipment which has "been In toxic material service la to he sent to the Reclamation, Inspection, or other shops, it must he tagged with a caution tag hy the person sending the material. -lh.e tags may he secured from the process operators. m. All samples of the above chemicals .submitted to the Laboratories must he tagged, "Caution -- May contain skin irritants ". 99* Before giving an O.K. for equipment to he repaired, the opera tor must check that all the necessary preparations have "been made, that the required permits have heen issued and that the mechanics have heen advised of any special hazards. 100. -HO one shall .enter any vessel which has contained oil, chemicals, or other harmful materials, until .the vessel has heen properly prepared, and the necessary permits have been issued. -101. Before returning equipment to service after repairs, the operator must, inspect it to assure that -it is in ppoper condition to operate. -102. -When equipment in .chemical service is to he worked on, a connected water hose must he at .hand. Bo not permit work .until -the hose is connected and ready to use. . 103. Caustic .or acid solutions should never he placed in galvanized iron drums. . 10k. .Bo not gauge acid or caustic tanks when materials are being .unloaded into the tanks. . 105. The air pressure used to remove any chemicals from tank cars shall not exceed thirty pounds per - square inch. -.106. -Red tags are. to he used on all containers holding samples having a Reid vapor pressure above .15-lbs. . Approved sampling .bombs are excepted.. 107* Bnployees exposed to any toxic materials shall consult their , foreman for definite instructions and .necessary protective equip' ment. - Written memoranda covering the regulations for handling .toxic materials will he issued and are to he considered a part ; of this Accident Prevention Manual. -17- 0341951 108. Keep to the windward of hatches when gauging and sampling in order to avoid, as far as possible, "breathing vapor or fumes as they may he harmful. 109. If highly volatile products came in contact with the skin, vash them off at once as they may cause severe burns. If burning oocurs, report to the first Aid Root at osoe for treatment. PRODUCTION EgUTFMECCT *S 110. When any vark is to he performed inside an enclosed space under circumstances which would render the work or working condi tions hazardous, if external conditions were to change, a require ment that a stand-by man he provided shall he specified on the permit to enter or to perform, hot work. It will primarily he the responsibility of the operator who signs the permit to desig nate when the standby man is necessary. The person performing the work shall be responsible far seeing that a standby man is provided. When any work is to be performed inside an enclosed space where .a hazardous condition exists or may be created by work inside or . other mechanical work in the vicinity, one man shall be desig nated -to remain in constant attendance immediately outside to give warning, or render assistance in any emergency. The supervisor in charge of the work shall be responsible far deciding when a standby man is required, for securing the individual to function in this capacity, and far providing proper equipment and instructions. The standby man shall be a man who understands the work being per formed, who is capable of recognizing conditions which are hazardous, and who can render adequate assistance in.emergencies Ihe equip ment to be furnished (rope, extinguishers, blanket, gas mask, etc.) shall be determined and secured by the mechanical supervisor .in .charge of the work. The instructions to be given the standby man shall he determined by the person or persons involved in the determination for the need of a standby man. If the standby man is assigned any other duties, it shall be the responsibility of the supervisor assigning the standby man to see that such duties do not take him away or detract from his pr-tmary duty as standby. If. a process man is available, he may be used. If at any time, either before or during the work, the. inspector, operator, or mechanical supervisor in .charge of the work, thinks a standby is necessary, one shall he provided. 111. - When men are working inside any .enclosed vessel, signs -indicating this fact shall be.prominently displayed at the . entrance or manhole. 034952 - 18 G0 .1 H \J 112. Because of thermal expansion, liquid must -not he blocked off in any line or piece of equipment where the temperature of the liquid can he raised frctm any source of heat. Failure to bleed, vent, or circulate the liquid may result in the rupture of the line dup to thermal expansion and a possible subsequent explosion. Attention is called to refrigeration systems, exchangers, coolers, condensers, cooling Jackets, steam traced lines, pancake coils, and similar types of equipment. . 113. Production operators must see that water ar test liquid has been drained from equipment hydrostatically tested, after the final test has been made and before the equipment is placed in operation. 114. Tightening or adjusting of production equipment in service must not be done until the Mechanical Department mechanic doing the work has made a personal check of the work and received the approval of the ^Production Department. Some member of the Production . Department must be in the immediate vicinity when the work is being done. The rule does not apply to mechanics regularly assigned to a given unit. . 115- Before starting a fire in a firebox, be. sure that the fire box has been purged of gas. 116. Do not go on top of tanks during storms. . 117* When gauging tanks with steel tapes, the tape should be kept .in contact with the gauge hatch, at all times when raising or lowering.the bob. 118. Inspect all stairways, tank -tops and lines as you pass over them and.report any major defects. Keep off'roofs as far as possible, particularly roofs showing signs of rusting. . RESPIRATORY PROTECTION U9. -Where a gas hazard exists, a gas mask of a type suited to protect against the specific condition must be warn. If there is any. doubt, consult your supervisor. -120. The following work requires the-use of a respirator; in .addition, supervisors may require its use on other work not . specified: .Dust Respirators: (a) .Using buffing machines. . (b) . Installing or repairing .lead lining in enclosed vessels or enclosed spaces. 034953 - 19 - 0041V  (c) .Cleaning tubes in boilers, stills, flues, etc., vbere a dry or dusty condition exists. (d) . Dismantling concrete, brick or other materials of a similar nature. (e) . Acetylene burning and cutting .in confined spaces. (f) Handling materials in powder .or semi-powder form or which .cause dust particles to be present in the atmosphere: (Catalyst, aluminum sulphate, bttli soda lime, sulphur, filter clay and all powdered chemicals) (g) .Handling litharge. (h) .Hilling sandblast and guzmlte machine. (i) Handling cement in enclosed .areas and dumping cement bags. (j) 'Anyone standing or working.near. other persons whose work requires the use of a respirator must also wear one. Canister Respirators: (k) .All paint spraying operations. (l) .All.operations where'annoying or irritating gases or. fumes may be present in such small quantities that large gas mask canisters are not needed. . 321. Before using a gas mask, be certain that .you are thoroughly familiar'with the proper methods of adjusting and testing it. .See your supervisor or report to the Safety. Department for instructions. 322. In mounting stairs with a mask on, -walk up slowly and rest a minute at the top. before beginning operations. TOOLS 323* Do not use defective tools. -324. .8. wrenches or light wrenches of any kind shall not be struck with a maul or hammer. 323. The use of . two open .end wrenches to secure leverage by ' placing one.into the jaws of the other is prohibited. 126. Biles without handles must not be--used (glass work excepted). 034954 -20 - 0041c: I2T- Tools made from spark-resistant material must be used where gas may be present. Tbe uriw-t'nmtn requirements are the use of* intermediate tools made of spark-resistant materials. In extreme cases, a water hose must be played on the tools. 128. 'When using a wrench, be sure it fits properly and in applying force push or pull evenly and steadily. 129. Before using a pneumatic tool, inspect 'the couplings and hose connections to see that they are safely, attached .and in good condi tion. 130. Bo hoist cr chain block is to be used for a load greater than its rated safe working capacity. These tools should be inspected before each use to assure that they are in good condition. 131. Care should be exercised to use the proper tool and method for the work at hand. 132. Exercise care in carrying and .using tools to avoid injury to yourself and others. TRESTLE SCAFFOLDS 133* Trestle scaffolds must have a-base with the least dimension 'equal to not less than one-half the scaffold height. The scaffold legs shall be spread at equal angles from the vertical. . 13^* Trestle s caffolds shall be decked, where possible, with a minimum.of three .2 x 10 boards. 135- Each decking board shall have an overhang of eight to .twelve- inches on. each end. . 136. The extent to. which and the purpose for which trestle scaf- folds' are used should be limited* MISCELLANEOUS 13T -Protective caps must be kept on.compressed gas cylinders at .all.times when the cylinders are not actually connected to equipment. .138. -The use-of air fqr opening plugged sewers is unsafe..and is prohibited. 139* Packing must not be removed from.a glapd by blowing it with pressure* -1^0. -Vash the hands frequently, always before-eating. 034955 -21 00423 SECTION C. PERSOHA1 IBCQ?ECrorEi EQUIPMENT .Personal protective .equipment is provided to enable work to be carried on vhere the hazard involved cannot be eliminated. The ideal solution, and always the first thing to be considered, is to remove the hazard. Since this is not always possible, especially vhere the condition is of an emergency or temporary nature, the use of personal protective equipment is the only practical solu tion. The selection .of the proper personal protective equipment far the needs of the job is very important. As a guide in making this selection, the following information is provided. RESPIRATORY ifeCTECTION Certain of.'our operations may at times contaminate the air ve breathe, introducing noxious or nuisance dusts, or corrosive .vapors, or toxic fumes or gases. . The effects of these contami nants may range from minor discomfort to actual menace to health. This condition creates the need for a device which .will either remove the substance from the air ve breathe or supply us with uncontaminated. air. In general, five different types of respiratory protection are . .approved. These are: 1. Canister-type gas masks. ..2. Fresh air hose masks.' . 3* Air line or supplied sir equipment. .4. -Canister (fume) respirators. 5. . Dust (filter type) ^respirators. . Each type of equipment has a definite purpose, but its limitations must be kept in mind. One limitation is common to all: .they will not provide protection in an atmosphere contaminated by a substance which may be absorbed through the skin. CAHISTER-TYPE GAS MASKS The action of a canister-type gas mask is cue of absorbing gases Which may be mixed with air by drawing them through a container, called a..canister, filled with a chemical. The efficiency of the . chemicals in the canister is dependent an the amount of gases which may be present. Large amounts, car high concentrations, overload the absorbing. rate and some, of the gases pass on through. Therefore, -this equipment should be used ..only in low concentra tions of gases. 034956 22 00420 / It Is also necessary that an adequate supply of oxygen be present in the atmosphere where such equipment is used. The canister does not supply oxygen; it only removes a definite limited quantity of the gas for which it was designed. For these reasons, the canister-type masks are not approved for vise in closed containers.. Exceptions to this are in cleaning tanka where tests have Indicated.a gas concentration of less than. 20$ of the lower explosive limit. Canister Service Identification Five different types of canisters are listed. Each type affords protection against a specific type or combination of gases. Be certain that you have the correct canister for the gas to which you may be exposed. BLACK CANIBTEk-----Provides protection against organic vapors such as aniline, benzene, ether, gasoline, tetraethyl lead, in ' low concentrations. These canisters contain activated charcoal. Time Limit -- 10 hovers. Maximum concentration -- 2C$..of lower .explosive limit. WhiT-Ei CAKISmt--Provides protection against acid gases, such as hydrochloric acid (HCl), hydrogen sulphide (l^S), sulphur dioxide (SOg), chlorine, etc., in.low.concentrations. These .canisters contain soda..lime or caustic soda .fused on pumice granules. Tine limit --.10 hours. Maximum concentration -- -2$ ..YELLOW CAhisf.bK--Erovides protection against .a combination of acid gases (See White Canister) and organic vapors (See Black Canister) in low. concentrations. These canisters contain activated Charcoal and soda.lime.. T3me limit -- io hours. Maximum .concentration ---20$ .of. lower explosive-limit. GHEES' CAMISeeK---Provides protection against ammonia-in concentrations not exceeding 3 per cent. It must be noted that this concentration of ammonia may cause- serious skin irrita tion. These canisters usually contain silica gel or malic = -acid. Time limit Bone; replace .if odor of ammonia -is detected. Maximum concentration -- 3$ 034957 -23- RED -CAITl^l'M (All-Service)-----Provides protection against combina tions of acid gases, organic- vapors, ammonia and carton monoxide (CO), in low concentrations. This canister contains .soda lime, activated charcoal, silica gel, hcpcalitje and cotton wool filters. Time -limit -- 2 hours. Maximum concentration -- 2$> If in doubt as to the correct canister, call the Safety Department. Maintenance and Inspection Masks should "be carefully inspected "before each use. The facepiece should he checked for any defects, such1 as loose or cracked lens, defective exhalation valve or head straps broken or missing. ' The hose should he checked to assure that it is securely fastened .to the facepiece and canister and that there are no breaks in it. The canister should he checked to see that there is sufficient time remaining for the job at hand and that the. canister is not over one year old. Keep the mask.clean and in good condition. Make no repairs to the mask -- return it to -the Safety Storeroom . at once if. you find any defect. Limitations and Cautions The canister must he renewed once every twelve (12) months, whether used or not. -They must not he used beyond the time limit given in the Canister Service Identification.Chart. Canister gas masks shall not he used in any enclosed .area, such as a closed .vessel, condenser-box,, excavation or manhole, unless gas tests indicate that the quantity of' gas present is within the safe limit of the canister'. Care must he taken in using such equip ment to .assure that the capacity of the canister is not exceeded. This may occur in such work as repairing leaks in gas lines even when working in the open. -If there is any doubt, vise a fresh air mask. Only the all-service or red canister mask is approved for use where there is heavy, smoke; the-others will give no protection. Do not use gas mask facepieces which have been used by others until 'they have -been sterilized. .Return the masks to the.Safety Store room. An individual .with a punctured ear drum may not be adequately pro jected from gas by a gas mask. tinder .certain conditions, it may be possible for gas to be drawn through the punctured ear-drum into the lungs. In order to provide the greatest possible protection for such employees, the following procedure must-be followed; I - zk 031958 Any employee who Is required to wear a gas mask, either canister or fresh air type, must he asked if he has a punctured ear drum. If he has, he should he .instructed to secure from the Safety Storeroom a device known as an "ear defender". This device should he inserted in the punctured ear before the mask is put on. It should not he removed until after the mask is removed. If at any time gas is noticed while wearing the mask, leave the contaminated area at .once and check the equipment. SRESH AIR HOSE MASKS Eresh air hose masks must he used in all cases where it is necessary to enter any enclosed area where tests indicate hydrogen sulphide (E gas to he present even in slight concentrations; in all cases where * flammable gases are present in concentrations above 20$ of the lower explosive limit; in all.cases where it may he necessary to enter a closed vessel which has not been prepared .in accordance with the standards for such preparation; in all cases where the gas con centration exceeds the allowable limit for canisters; in entering areas where theme is heavy smoke; or where there is an. oxygen deficiency. Operation The facepiece should he adjusted and tested as in the case of canister masks. See that the hose and life lines are not entangled. She blower MOST he placed .where there is plenty of fresh, uncontam-f nated air. 'Where a hand-driven blower mask .is being used, the crank mult he turned continuously from the time the man puts on the facepiece until he has returned to pure air and has removed facepiece com pletely. A life line must he attached to the hose mask harness. Maintenance and Inspection The facepiece should he inspected as instructed in the case of canister type masks. The hose should he carefully, inspected to assure that .there are no. defects and that all Joints are tight. The blower should he checked and tested to see that it is opera'ting properly. The life line should he inspected to assure that it is in good condition and securely attached.to the hose mask - harness. When through using the.equipment, dean the exterior of hose and the life line. Be sure all parts of the equipment .are returned to the Safety Storeroom. Limitations and Cautions Do .not use mare than 150 feet of hose on.'each blower connection. 034959 00C20  Care mast "be used to avoid placing the "blower where the air may be contaminated -- do not place it in the vicinity of sewer man holes or catch basins- Keep to the windward side of any} possible contaminating source. Always have a man present to assist in any emergency which might arise. Use only men who are thoroughly experienced in the work.which is to be performed. Be certain that the gas or vapor is not a type which may he harm ful -to the skin; far example, a high concentration of ammonia. AIR LINE MASK When and Where Used An air line respirator, for.connection to compressed air lines, provides essentially the saipa protection given by fresh air mask#. It differs frcm the hose mask mainly in two features: . It has a hand operated, ..quickly detachable coupling connected to the belt or body harness so the operator can connect onto a com pressed air hose, and a flow-limiting device with capacity to per mit air flow only between 2 and 20 cubic feet per minute. A trap and filter are installed .in the compressed air line ahead, of the mask .to remove any oil, water, scale, or gas from the air. * They are used where operations require .continuous use of a mask. They offer no breathing resistance and are .consequently not fatiguing. CHEMICAL. CARTRIDGE RESPIRATOR When and Where Used Chemical cartridge respirators may be used for all operations where annoying or irritating gases or fumes may be present in such small quantities that the canister gas mask is not needed. . Such opera tions as -spray painting, or where organic solvents are used and when done in the open air are examples of situations where the use of this equipment is advisable. It is recommended for use during long exposure to gases which are not ordinarily considered harmful or are not present, in harmful concentrations. Operation- The facepiece should be adjusted so as to fit snugly on the face. The head straps should be adjusted to maintain tension without discomfort. The correct cartridge should be used far the service. The cartridges are- identified by the same.color system as is used ,, in the canisters. 034960 - -26 - 0042-1 Maintenance and Inspection The facepiece should "be Inspected for any defects In the exhala tion and Inhalation valves, and to assure that the headbands are in good condition. The cartridge.should be ohecked to see that it Is the proper type and is tightly screved into the holder.. Keep the facepiece dean and dry. Limitations and Cautions This equipment must not be used Vhere gases or fumes may be present in-high concentrations. It must not be used in dosed vessels. It must not be used as a substitute far a canister mask. Due to the nature , of the work vhere this equipment is used, time .cards are not required* If any gases or fumes are smelled through the cartridge, it should be .changed at cnce. Do not vear a respirator "which has' been vara by someone else until it has been sterilized. Return it to the Safety Storeroom for clean-fng. Keep the- cartridge dry. If. it-becomes saturated vith moisture, it . should not be used again. This respirator "will not provide protection against .dust or metal fumes from vdding, burning, soldering, etc. DOST RESPIRATORS (Mechanical. Filter Type) 'When and Where .Used Dust respirators must be used for all, operations vhere there is an .'excessive amount of dust in the air. Such vork as handling paw-. dered Chemicals, lime, soda ash, sulphur, litharge, and handling filter clays, sand, etc., are examples of operations vhere dust respirators must be vorp. The filters provided are approved for all dusts, both toxic dusts such as lead, cadmium, arsenic, etc., as veil as type A dusts such as.silica, asbestos, coke, cement, etc. Operation The respirator must be adjusted so that it fits snugly around the nose and mouth'to secure protection. .Respirators with metal face pieces should be shaped by the user to fit his individual facial . contours. The headbands should not be any tighter .than necessary to hold the facepiece secure. f Maintenance and Inspection The facepiece should he inspected for any defects in the inhala tion and exhalation valves and to assure that the headbands are in good condition* The filter must' he properly fitted and securely fastened* The filters should he cleaned or changed as frequently as is required to maintain ease of breathing. This -will depend on the amount of dust present. Limitations and Cautions This equipment is only a dust filter* It will HOT protect against gases, fumes, vapors or smoke* .Do not wear a respirator which hfis been warn by someone else ' until it .has been- aterilized. Return it to the Safety Storeroom . for cleaning. PACE AND EXE EROTEOTIOH To protect the byes and face against injury from flying .objects, splashing liquids and harmful rays that cannot always be con trolled at the source, the following.types of personal protective equipment are- provided: i 1* Goggles (Safety Glasses). 2. Pace.Shields 3- - Rust Hoods and Masks AffidHdpds 5* Welding Hoods GOGGLES .\ When and Where Used ' Rearly ail.eye Injuries can be prevented by the .use of goggles. - Rye- Injuries may be caused in so many different ways that it is Impossible to say under what circumstances ye may be safe without . goggles. : - There is hardly any job, whether in a. shop, on maintenance or , construction work, on any coperating .unit, .-in a laboratory, or even in an office, where an. eye injury has not. occurred. Pram past = ... :experience of our own, as well as that of others-, certain jobs ' and operations have been designated as requiring the use of goggles. They, are minimum requirements and must be followed. 28 - 034962 0042'J Recommended Service It is obvious that no one device can provide protection against the wide variety of eye hazards presented in the many operations in the plant. The following types of goggles are- provided for the services indicated: HEAVY IMPACT---- Cup type goggles provide protection against heavy impact from relatively large flying objects while chipping, cutting rivets or bolts, riveting, caulking, heavy grinding, striking operations such as breaking concrete, etc. LIQUID SPLASHES---- Plastic mask type goggles are provided for pro tection against splashes of injurious liquids, such as chemicals, oil, etc. They also provide some protection against dust as well as moderate and light impact hazards. DUST---- A plastic frame goggle with a large single plastic lens provides protection against dust. The plastic mask type without ventilators may also be used. They also provide protection against .flying objects and liquid splashes. VAPORS AMD GASES---- A rubber frame gas-tight goggle provides pro tection against vapors and gases where respiratory protection is not required. Due -to inbuilt cup construction, a slight nod of the head quickly clears fogged lens. This goggle is not recommended for impact hazards. Operation For maximum protection and comfort, goggles must be properly adjusted to fit the face. Goggles with elastic headbands can be easily adjusted by the user. The headband should be worn just tightly enough to hold the goggle firmly to the face. The headband should come just above the ears and then slope down on the lower part of the back of the head. Do not place the band over a cap or hat while using the goggles. Maintenance and Inspection When goggles -are not in use, keep them in the case provided. Do not throw them in tool boxes, drawers, etc. They may be damaged or the adjustment thrown out of line. Keep your goggles and lens clean. Do not wear a pair of goggles which have been worn by someone else until they have been steri lized. Be' sure the headbands are in good condition and elastic. Have defective bands replaced. 034963 CG427 - 29 -  The lens must be securely held in the frames. Inspect them for pits or scratches which may cause eye strain. Have such lens replaced at once. Limitations and Cautions Do not make any repairs to goggles. Do not use defective goggles. Return them to the Safety Storeroom for repairs or exchange. Be sure you use the correct goggles for the hazard involved. Do not use an impact type goggle for a liquid splash hazard. PRESCRIPTION GOGGLES When corrective lens are needed, prescription goggles will be pro vided. These spectacle goggles do not replace the need for other types of eye protection, where an employee is exposed to splash hazards. In such cases, additional suitable eye protection must be secured and used. In all cases, the employee must furnish the prescription. The procedure for obtaining prescription goggles is as follows: a. Secure industrial prescription form on which frame details will be noted. b. Take the industrial prescription form.to your oculist or optometrist, who must complete and sign it. c. Return the signed completed prescription to the Safety Department and select your frame style. You will be notified when the goggles are received. FACE SHIELDS When and Where Used Certain operations present a hazard to the face as well as to the eyes. In such cases, one of the various types of face shields provides suitable protection. A transparent plastic shield in a suitable frame is recommended for such jobs as metal sawing, working with chemicals at laboratory benches, buffing, sanding, light grinding, wood-working operations, etc. Operation The headband is the only adjustable feature on the face shield. It should be adjusted so as to hold the shield in place. 034964 - 30 - / Maintenance and Inspection As the shield is plastic, it is easily scratched. It should he replaced -when these scratches cause interference with the vision. Limitations and .Cautions These shields should not he used fear heavy grinding, chipping-, or other operations where resistance to severe impact .is necessary. BUST HOODS AHD MASKS When and Where Used Dust hoods and masks are provided to furnish working, comfort .on all dusty Johs-where nuisance or harmful dusts affect the eyes as well as the respiratory system. The hood type is particularly suited for use when cleaning hollers, furnaces, etc., or where .irritating dusts are present. Operation The. operation is. similar to that of a dust respirator. Maintenance and, 'Inspection Same as for dust respirators. Limitations and Cautions This equipment is only a .dust respirator. It .will HOT' protect -against gases, fumes, vapors or smoke* Do not use a mask or hood which, has heen worn hy someone else until it has heen sterilized. .Return it to the Safety Storeroom for cleaning. ACID HOODS When and Where TTsed . An acid hood should he used .for protection of the head, eyes and - face from chemical sprays and splashes. Opening chemical lines, repairing .chemical' pumps, emergency repair, work, ..etc. , . are types ' of work for which it Is recommended* Operation The headhand should he -adjusted to fit-the wearer. -The lens should -he. cleaned before use. 034965 - 31.  Maintenance and Inspection The lens should he Inspected to see that It Is not broken. The hood should he checked far breaks or tears* Limitations and Cautions This equipment'does not protect against fumes, vapors or gases. HEAD EtOTECTIOH Wien and Where -Used The protective or. safety hat is a necessary item of personal pro tective .equipment .where the head is exposed to the. Impact of fall-* ing objects or severe bunrps against .overhead structures or objects. Since these hazards are. ever present in almost all parts of the plant, -it follows that -the sensible and practical.course is to use a safety hat -at .all-times when.in-the plant. Operation 1 \ * ; The cradle should be adjusted so that the . weight of-the hat is carried on it. There must-be clearance between.the top of the hat and-the head. - Do not .draw.the headband too tight. Just snug.enough to. prevent -the hat from .tilting. Special, liners stre.available for winter use. -Maintenance and Inspection Inspect the hat daily fear broken brim .ar crown,* defective headband or cradle. Replace them at .once .If found defective. Keep the .. .headband .dean. Limitations and Cautions -.Do nat cut .or drill any. holes in your-safety hat. - You .may-weaken it .and.destroy its protection* msp.mamTELm . CHEMICALS A3ED 1RRITABTS When and "Where Used The injurious .effects of chemicals and .many, oils on the- skin require the use of protective gloves. ^32? 0349*6 004 I * Maintenance and Inspection Life `belts pust "be inspected very carefully "before each use. Fabric belts must not be used if the outer plies are cut or worn through, or'-^if there are any signs of chemical damage. All belt hardware must be inspected and replaced if it shows any signs of wear;. If the -belt is riveted, each rivet should be examined separately. The life line must be carefully inspected .for any signs of damage or wear', If in doubt, replace the rope. Be sure that the life line is securely attached to the D-Ring of the belt. Be sure the tie-off point is of adequate .strength. Limitations and Cauticns . If a life belt is exposed to or castes in contact with chemicals during use, dean it Immediately. Report such cases when return ing the belt. Keep the belt, clean,' dry and in good condition. Your life may depend .on .it. [ A* SWEAT PADS When and Where Used Sweat pads are provided .to eliminate the discomfort and possible hazard caused by perspiration frcaa the forehead running over the face and-into the eyes. Its- use is optional with any-employee. Operation The pads should be dipped in cool..water and squeezed dry. before use. - Maintenance .and inspection The pad should be-washed out after.-each use* -Keep, it clean. EAR FROTECTIOR . : When and Where -Used In boiler shops, on construction jobs, during the operation of pneumatic tools and-.cleaners, excessive noise may cause fatigue and distraction, which might .result in an accident and injury. -For such jobs, ear plugs can reduce the:sound level and provide scsne relief: Ordinary conversation can be .carried -on while wearing .them. 034970 Operation Hie correct size ear ping should he inserted in each ear before starting the Job. Maintenance and Inspection The ear plug should be .washed with soap and water and carefully dried after use. When.not in use, they should be kept in the container provii\ded. Limitations and Cautions Bo not use an.ear plug which has been used by someone else until it has been sterilized. Sever use paper,-cotton or any other .. makeshift. in the ear. \ . . PROTECTIVE -CREAMS When and Where Used Protective creams - are provided to protect the skin against the .irritating .effects of oil, certain chemicals, dusts and grime. Its use . on..the hands is suggested for. operations where dirt, grime, paint, grease, etc., may clog .the pares - of the skin. It will also provide .a certain amount of protection far tender parts of* the body while handling lime, sulphur, creosoted material, or while cleaning boilers, furnaces car towers ylmre sulphur compounds may be encountered. Operation Hie protective cream should be applied to the clean skin surface to be protected. ' The' cream should be gently rubbed in .and-any excess removed. Hie cream should be reapplied, as often as necessary .to provide protection,' Varying - conditions may require more or -less frequent applications. Always remove the old coating by thorough washing .with soap .and .water -before. reapplying another. coat. Hie cream .should be removed before eating and at the completion of .the Job or shift. t Limitations and Cautions Bo ECO? use protective.creams -as .a substitute.for gloves, -aprons, . suits,-hoods,, etc. They.are intended .as a supplement.to.them..only. Be sure you have-the proper cream. -A.water soluble cream will not protect -against water-.-solutionsj a.water-repelling cream, .will not protect .against .oil solutions. 034971 G04GC SECTION D. HtECAUTXOHS OF Cp21XGALS GENERAL MFORMAEIOE (1) . All chemicals are relatively safe if the proper precautions are observed. (2) .Good practice requires that all .chemicals he removed from .the skin as. soon as possible. (3) ..Uhless otherwise .stated, only soap .and water should be .used when washing the skin and eyes. (It-) ..-All petroleum, products are solvents and continued contact with the -skin.may produce irritations. 034972 ' .ACETYLENE HOW TO. .EECOCE13IZE: . * , ct > TOXIC .PROPERTIES: PRECAUTIOHS: A colorless gas'vith a garlic-like , s cdar.- . Eire Hazard. Explosive* Hot a health hazard, unless it vould cut down supply of oxygen. .Ho special precautions necessary, except as to fire hazard. -39- 034973 s' HOW TO RECOGNIZE: \ TOXIC PSOPiETIES: PRECAOTI0S3: ABEL 67WZ . A white powder. ' .A relatively safe material* .Dust.may . "be mildly unpleasant. ;Wear.dust respirator.if necessary. Otherwise, no special precautions required. tS 034974 - 40 ANHXER0U5 AMMONIA. HOW 10 RECOGNISE: TOXIC PR0FEESriS| PRECAUTIONS: 1 IN CASE -OF" CONTACT: A colorless gas with a sharp pungent odor. Causes severe burns. Vapors Irritate nose and throat. Flammable. Have adequate ventilation or.use proper respirator, goggles. Wear rubber gloves. Avoid inhaling vapors. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes, and clothing. Keep away from open flames. . Flush .skin and eyes with large quantities of-water. Remove .clothing if necessary. ' Give artificial respiration if necessary. Get medical aid. \\ ** --1H - 031975 HOW TO.RECOGHIZE: TOXIC.IKOFEKTIES: PRECAOTI0H3: ASBESTOS : A white, fibrous material. Inhalation of fibers or dust may cause irritation of lungs. Work in well .ventHated, area. Avoid Inhalation of fibers or' dust. In areas of high concentration of dust it may be necessary to wear respirators. I - 42 -i; 0397 f\ n-/ . -- y HOW TO RECOGH|ZE: \ TOXIC IROPMTIES: HIECAUTIOXS: BAUXITE . Tan to black sandy looting material. Cnmmnn.ly called "day". . Dust is a nuisance. Otherwise, relatively safe material. .Dust respirator may be worn in case of .high concentration of dust. Otherwise, no special precaution. 034977 HOF 10 RECOGNIZE: TOXIC.PROPERTIES: IHECAUTIONS: rmss .AID: BENZENE . A water white .liquid with aromatic .odor. Highly flammable. Vapor.forms explosive mixture with air. Toxic .-by inhalation, absorption, and ingestion. High concentration can be fatal. Avoid.inhalation of vapors. Avoid con tact with skin. . Eyes, skin, and respiratory systems must be protected. -Remove patient from exposure. Remove . clothing and wash with soap and water. Start artificial respiration if breathing has stepped. Get medical aid. 034978 HOW TO BECOGNIZE: TOXIC PROPERTIES: PRECADTIOHS: BUTADIENE A colorless gas. Has a narcotic .effect ini high, con centrations. May Irritate skin, eyes and upper respiratory passages. Effect cm skin may he delayed and "burning sensa tion not immediately apparent. .Explosive. Wash skin.vith soap.and vater Irrigate eyes vith Vater. i .1 - 034979 CARBON DIOXIDE HON TO RECOGNIZE: A heavy, colorless, odorless gas. TOXIC .HIOEEKHES: High concentrations may cause headache, weakness, dizziness, unconsciousness, increased breathing. ERECAOTIONS: This is a heavy gas that collects in low places such as manholes, tank bottoms, .. etc. If working where there is a high concentration, wear fresh air mask or proper respirator. Cylinder of carbon dioxide should be handled .carefully to . prevent breaking. IT ESlSON -O-yERCOME: , \ Remove to fresh air immediately, and if breathing has stepped, institute artifi cial respiration. .If necessary, give oxygen. Get medical aid. 034*8 0044-- ' HOW TO RECOGNIZE: t TOXIC .FROFERHES: ERECADTIOBS: FTRST..AID: : CARBON DISULFIDE .Clear colorless liquid. Odorless when pure; commercial grades have disagreeable odor. Extremely flammable. High concentrations may be fatal. -Toxic.by. Inhalation, absorp tion, and Ingestion. Avoid Inhalation of vapors. Avoid contact with skin. Have emergency showers or wash water readily available. In high concen trations, require hose.mask or air line mask.. Safety belts and life lines necessary. Wear .chemical-proof gloves and clothing. . Remove patient to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, .start prone pressure method .Artificial respiration. -Keep patient quiet and warm. Get medical- aid. 034981 CARBON MONOXIDE GAS HOtf TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC EROEEEPIES: f . ERECADTiaNR: IN . CASE -OP ACCIDEHT: A colorless, odorless gas, usually found in . exhaust .frcnt motors or. around furnaces. . May cause headaches, dizziness, nausea. High concentrations may cause. severe, illness or, death. If concentration is great, vear fresh air mask. Avoid inhalation. . Remove from area. Give artificial respira tion. Get.medical .aid. 034982 s CARBON TBIRACSLORIDE HGW TO HECOGHlfcE: .A clear, colorless, heavy liquid with an ...odor of chloroform. TOXIC. IEGPH5HS3: .A dangerous, highly toxic solvent. Vapors ' vill injure body system and ejyea. May irritate the.shin. EREGAUTIOHS: -.Have adequate ventilation or vear proper respirator. Wear rubber gloves, goggles. Avoid inhalation .of vapors. Avoid .contact ..vith the.shin and eyes. xs GAss-csF-Oamast Wash.shin vith soap and vater. Hush eyes vith water. Give .artificial respiration if necessary. iN 2^9 w j;.. 034983 :i oo4-!; CAUSTIC' POTASH (LIQUID) HOWTO RECOGHIZE: TOXIC EBOESenSS: t HIECADIIOHS:. HJ .CASS OF. COHEACT: . A heavy, odorless, cloudy liquid. Very dangerous. Causes severe "burns. Inhalation of vapors or mists causes . serious injury to respiratory system. Have adequate ventilation or . wear proper respirator. Wear face mask and rubber gloves. Avoid .contact with skin, eyes end clothing. Avoid .inhalation .of vapors or mist. . Wash skin with water. .Hush eyes with water. Gargle throat with water. . Get medical aid. .-50 - 034984 CtoEIC SODA (LiqpXD) HOW 70 HEC0C2HZE: TOXIC tROFgffiUSS: HtECADTIQHS: IN CASS OF CONi TACT: . A heavy, colorless, cloudy liquid. . Very dangerous. Causes severe burns. Inhalation of vapors or mist causes severe injury to respiratory system. Have adequate ventilation or vear proper respirator. Wear face mash and rubber gloves. Avoid contact vlth skin, eyes and' clothing. - Avoid inhalation of vapors or mist. .Wash skin vith vater. Hush eyes vith vater. Gargle, throat vith vater. Get. medical aid. -51.- 034985 CHLORINE (CYLINDERS) HOW TO RECOGWE: f `V toxic. mopEEenys: i ERECADTIOHS: IH CASH 0? ACCTDEHT: la cyliaders under pressure. When liberated, it Is a greenish-yellow gas. Very dangerous to eyes. Injurious to nose and throat. High concentrations of gas Irritate the skin. In high concentrations, wear proper respirator, goggles. Avoid contact of gas or liquid with skin and eyes, nose and throat. Remove from area, give oxygen, artificial respiration. Get .medical aid. Use olive oil for eyes. i-' \ U34986 / STOCK 929 HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC IRGF&TXB3: PRECAUTIONS: . DIETEHIENE GLYCOL Clear, colorless, heavy, viscous liquid Vith practically. no odor. . A relatively safe material. No special precautions required. 094987 00 / FURFURAL HOW TO RECOGHIZE: \ T0XIC.PR0PERTIB3: HIECAUEIOHS: IH CASE OF CQHEACT: A yellowish to reddish "brown liquid with & characteristic penetrating odor. May irritate the skin- Vapors may irri tate eyes, nose, and throat. If concentration is. hea-vy, wear proper respirator and goggles. Wear rubber gloves. Avoid.contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation .of vapors. Wash.skin with soap .and water. Flush eyes with -water. 034989 00452 / \ gasolines (nqn-leaded) HOW TO RECOGNIZES: TOXIC IRGEBSTIES: HIECAUTIOHS-: ' IN CASE. OP CONTACT: A colorless liquid. . Kay Irritate the shin end eyes. Flaanuable. Avoid prolonged contact with shin. Do not vaah shin with gasoline. Keep airay trass, open flames. Wash shin vith soap and vater. Flush . eyes vith vater. 034989 OOCoC GAS.OHS, HIGH BOILING AROMATIC HOW TO RECOGNIZE: \ TOXIC PROPERTIES: PRECAUTIONS': HI CASH CG^ CONTACT: . A "bright green liquid. May cause skin Irritation. . .Wear rubber gloves. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid prolonged veering, of contaminated .clothing. .Wash skin with sdap and vater. Change clothing .if. contaminated. 034998 STOCK 1108rl/2 GRAPHITE. SHECHgLlC. AMORPHOUS HOW TO REC0G3IZE: TOXIC IROPHTUSS: ERECADTIOKS: II .CASE 0?. COHTACT: : A black- pcwder. . May irritate skin and. eyes. . Wear rubber gloves. Avoid contact .vith skin and eyes. Wash skin vith soap and water. Hush eyes vith great quantities of vater. l -57- 03IOT1 GREEK LIGHT HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC BROEBKTIES: PRECAUTIONS: IN .CASE :OF. CONTACT: . .A greyish white powder. :May Irritate skin, eyes, nose and throat. Have -adequate ventilation or. vpar proper respirator. Wear rrtbher gloves, gofegles. Avoid contact-with skin and eyes. . Avoid inhalation of dust or mist. Wash skin-with soap and.water M-Uaft eyes with water. (134992 HOW TO RECOGUIZE: TOXIC PROPERTIES:. . PRECAOTIOHS: . HAGAH PHOSPHATE . A .colorless, glassy plate. . A relatively safe material. .Ho special precautions required. HYDROGEN SULFIDE GAS HOW TO RECOGNIZE: f TOXIC ElOPERTpS: ERECAUnoSS: . m :CASE .OF ACCIDE5T: . A colorless gas with an odpr of rotten eggs. Very poisonous. May cause dizziness, nausea. Irritates respiratory system and eyes. High concentrations, mgy cause severe sickness or death. Wear airline respirator if .'concentration is great. Avoid inhalation of gases. Avoid contact with eyes.. .Remove to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if necessary. Get.medical aid. 'itr-j % - 60 - , 0319*4 n/ STOCK 1096 HOW TO RECOGHI25E: TOXIC PROPERTIES: PRECADTIOHS: IOHOL A colorless or pale yellow granular solid with a disagreeable odor. A relatively safe material. Ho special precautions required.' \ - 6l UMtS* 00-C50 * HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC ERdHEREEES: HtECAOTIONS: nr case, oas", contact: KEROSINE, SOLYASOL AND NAPHTHAS . Colorless liquids. May irritate the skin and. eyes. . Flammable. . Avoid, prolonged, contact with the skin. Do not wash gkln with these products unless specifically instructed. Keep away frcaa open flames. . Wash skin with soap and water. Flush eyes with water. ' -- -6sl -- 03499* KONTOL 118 HOW TO RECOGHIZE: TOXIC ISOPHITIES: ERECAITDIOHS: m case op. comer: A colorless liquid vlth an aromatic odor .May irritate skin and.eyes. .Wear rubber gloves-, goggles. Avoid contact vlth. skin and eyes. . Wash, skin vlth soap and vater. Flush eyes vlth vater. (34997 r \ \l HOW TO RECOGMZE: TOXIC.PROPERTIES: PRECAUTIONS: .IE.CASE.OP. CONTACT: KOOTOL 223 .A colorless liquid with on aromatic ..odor. .May irritate skin and eyes. Wear-rubber gloves and goggles. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. ;Wasb skin with soap and water. Plush eyes with water. \ 034998 pOx<-/V.__rt- STOCK 961-1/2 lead. RED HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC PROPERTIES: PRECAUTIONS: IN .CASE .OP CONTACT: A red amorphous powder. May irritate skin, eyes. Inhalation of dust or fumes Injurious to "body system. .Dangerous If.eaten. Have adequate ventilation or wear proper respirator. Wear rubber gloves, goggles. Remove contaminated clothing. Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, clothing. Avoid inhalation of. dust or fumes. Do not eat . or smoke until hands and face are washed thoroughly. Keep away from food. . Wash skin with soap and water. Plush eyes with water. (J34W9 V.* % HOW TO RBC0GHI|E: TOXIC PROPERTIES:. HIECAUTIOHS: HI CASH.OP COHTACT: MERCURY (QUICK- SILVER) An extremely Heavy silver .Colored liquid. .Relatively high, vapor pressure. Vapors car mist may he absorbed into system. Finely divided dust may be absorbed ' .through skin. Absorption of mercury affects nervous system. .Poisonous if eaten. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid inhalation. of vapors. Wash hands before .eating. ; Vacuum clean where .mercury is spilled. Change clothes if contaminated. .Wash akin with soap and water. ** ' n : ; 035000 - 66 HOW -TO BECOCfolZE: TOXIC jRQEEBTnS: PRECAUnOHS: HTCASE.CF COKEACT: mXKTL ALCOHOL (METHAITOL) * I' A clear, colorless liquid. .Toxic,if inhaled for periods of tine. Very poisonous if ingested. May he absorbed through shin. Vlre hazard. . Avoid .contact vith shin. Avoid inhala tion of vapors. Do. not ingest. Wash shin vith soap and water, irrigate eyes with water. If ingested, get .medical .aid immediately. HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC .rSOPEBTISS: PRECAEfTIOHSt - OXTGM . Stored in a cylinder. It Is a colorless, odorless gas. Flammable. Compressed oxygen dangerous If cylinder shocked or "broken. May form explosive mixtures vith other materials. Handle cylinders vith great .care so that they vill not "be shocked .or "broken. 039002 STOCK 937' EHENOL .(98^) HOWTO RECOGSIZE: TOXIC IEQEEHTCES: PRECADTIOHS: in .case of- comer: . A whitish yellow solid with a distinctive aromatic .odor. - Liquid when heated. .Causes .severe hums to shin. Fumes irritating to eyes, nose, and throat. . Flammable, vapors will explode in air. Severe reactions in body system after . absorption through skin. Have adequate ventilation or wear proper respirator. Wear rubber gloves, face mask or goggles. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapors. Keep away from open flames. . Wash skin with water, then alcohol. Flush eyes with water. Remove clothing if necessary. Get medical aid. (*33903 3FR0PAHS HOW TO RECOOH^B: TOXIC ERCE'EKTIfiJ: EEffiCAUTIOBS: m CASE .a?. dOHCACT: .A gas. Hoa-toxic. Undue exposure to .evaporating propane may Irritate the skin. Flammable. Avoid contact with. skin. . Get medical aid. ijf necessary. ; $ ** 035004 \ \1 HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC. H10PEBTT2S: PRECAUTIONS; Iff .CASE-CP CONTACT: mOGALLIC ACID (PYHOGAULOL) .White crystals. . Irritating to skin. Irritating to nose and throat. Have adequate ventilation or wear proper respirator. Wear goggles, nibher gloves. Avoid .contact -with skin. - Avoid inhala tion. . Wash skin vlth soap and vater. Plush eyes vlth large quantities of vater. Get medical .aid. -n- 035005 * HOW TO RBCOGHXZE: TOXIC HJQPEKPIES: PRECAUTION: SAIT White crystals. A relatively safe material. No special precautions required.* * V 035906 00C7`j HOW TO REC0GHI2|4 TOXIC EROPHSTIES: ERECADTI01IS: . White to tan colored granules. Used in sandblasting. . Inhalation .of dust .nay cause irritation .of lungs. . When sandblasting, vear respirator. Avoid Inhalation .of dust. - - 035007 r' V STOCK 953 ' * "4 HOW TO RECOGH^ZE: \y TOXIC ERQEBaripS: HlECAOTIOHS: HI CASE OF' COHEACT: SODA ASH, 58j A white powder. Dust or mist from solution may Irritate eyes, nose, throat, and shin. Have adequate ventilation or use respirator. Wear rubber gloves, goggles. Avoid.inhalation of.dust. Avoid.contact with shin and eyes. Wash shin with soap and water. Flush eyes with water. If dust is inhaled, spray, nose with water. Gargle with water. f.'; ^ ^ ! 035008 / STOCK 98g t "\ HOW TO HECOGinZE: TOXIC PROPERTIES: PRECAUTIOIIS: nr case of corner: SULFUR, FLOWERS . .Yellow crystals. Dust or vapors nay explode In air. Dust may cause irritation to skin and eyes. Have adequate ventilation or vear proper respirator. Wear rubber gloves and goggles. Avoid .direct contact with skin and eyes- Wash skin with soap and water. Flush eyes with large quantities of water. r. i: 035009 SULFUR DIOXIDE GAS HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC- PROPERTIES: PRECADTIOHS: HI CASE of comci: .A colorless, odorless gas ound In most stack gases. Irritating to the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Wear proper respirator and goggles If concentration Is great. Get to fresh air. Give artificial respiration. -Get medical aid. 3 i; 935016 f STOCK 9^0 : SULFURIC ACID HOW. TO-RECOGNIZE: TOXIC .ER'OEEETIES: IRECAIJncaSS: UT .CASE OP COMPACT: . A heavy liquid that may he colorless or any shade of hrown to black. Will give off heat when diluted with water. . Causes severe burns. Vapors Irritate nose and .throat. .Have adequate ventilation or wear proper respirator.5 - Wear goggles, rubber gloves. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. -Avoid fn'h.Hng vapors. Wash eyes and skin with great quantities of water. -Get medical aid. ! - tt il 03591I pO' fV". v-_/ HOW TO RECOGNIZE: TOXIC PROPERTIES: PRECAUTIONS: IN CASE OF CONTACT: TERTIARY-BUTYLCATECHOL Light brown to white solid with a phenilic odor. Definite hazard of skin irritation and burns. Similar to phenol in toxicity. Use protective equipment. Especially protect the eyes. Avoid contact where possible. Apply generous amounts of alcohol to skin. Wash with soap and water. Flush eyes with water. Change to fresh clothing. <>356 oo c: TOLUENE HOW TO K^OGHIZE: \ ^OXXCPRO|ERTipS: PRECAUTIONS: DT CASE OF CQHTACTi A clear, colorless liquid with an aro matic odor. A flammable liquid and a dangerous fire hazard. Vapors irritate eyes, nose and throat and are injurious to lungs. Irritating to shin. v- ' >. &V Have adequate ventilation or wear proper respirator. Wear goggles, rubber gloves. Avoid contact with shin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapors. 1 Wash shin' with soap and water. Flush eyes with large quantities of water. Get medical aid. 0350t3 r TO TO BtoJL: TOXIC TROEEKEIES: HIECAUTIOHS: . ZEOLITE ' ` . A white powder. A relatively, safe material. Ho special-precautions required. & u 035014 -T9 00470 f SAFETY PROCEDURE WO. 1 PROCEDURE FOR HAWDLING REPAIR OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Effective immediately, the following plan for preparing electrically operated equipment for mechanical work will be plant-wide in the chemical plant. It is felt that a standard method of "Danger" tagging electrically operated pumps, elevators, mixers, motors and other equipment before mechanical work is performed will be a step forward in accident preven tion. The procedure is outlined below: 1. When a piece of electrically operated equipment has been shut down for repairs, the operator in charge shall open the Main Disconnect Switch. The only exception is an open-type, 2300-Volt Disconnect Switch. These should always be operated by electricians who are on call 2k hours per day. A red "DANGER -- DO NOT OPERATE" tag is then attached to the Main Disconnect Switch by the opera tor. The tag is to be signed and dated. 2. Before repair men start work on any electrically operated equipment, they shall be sure that the "Danger" tag of the operator of the equipment is attached to the Main Disconnect Switch. The craftsman shall then also attach his own white "Danger" tag to the Main Disconnect Switch. 3. The craftsman must remove his white "Danger" tag at the end of each day and at any time he moves to another job or the job is completed. k. Where work may continue for several shifts or longer, the operator in charge of the equipment at the time the work is completed will remove the red "Danger" tag. 5. When necessary to start and stop machines and equipment during repairs, or to energize circuits controlling such equipment for test purposes during such repairs, the opera tor in charge of the equipment, after having properly warned and safeguarded all others who might be subject to injury from such operations, will temporarily remove his "Danger" tag and permit this type of test operation. The "Danger" tag is to be replaced following the test, unless the job is complete and no further work is to be done on the equip ment. NO EQUIPMENT Will BE ENERGIZED SO LONG AS A "DANGER" TAG IS ATTACHED. 350t5 SAFETY SECTION oo c:i SAFETY PROCEDURE NO. 2 TANK CAR LOADING RACKS 1. Before loading or unloading tank cars at the racks, "Stop Tank Car Connected" sign will he placed on the open track end of the car. The sign will he two car lengths from the exposed end of the con nected car. A track "Derail" will also be located two car lengths on the open track end of the connected car. Right and left derails are available, and consideration should he given to the proper side of the track to effect the derail so that there is a minimum of damage to adjacent equipment. 2. Bonding cables and static lines must he connected at al 1, times during tank car loading and unloading operations. 3. Employees will not enter a tank car until Work Permit has been issued. 4. Extreme care should he exercised in using hand tools (to prevent sparking) around the loading operation. 5. Loading or unloading of tank cars shall be stopped during electrical storms. Manholes and discharge chambers should be closed. 6. Dome covers and belly caps will be replaced before moving any car. 7. Cars will be disconnected immediately after loading or unloading operation is completed. 8. Do not attempt to connect cars that are improperly spotted. 9. Set hand brake on all cars during loading or unloading operation. SAFETY SECTION 035016 GO'-t/. / SAFETY PROCEDURE HO. 3 PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING REPAIR OF POWER EQUIPMENT Effective immediately, the following plan for preparing power equipment other than electrical for maintenance work will he plant-wide in the Mobil Chemical plant. The procedure is outlined below: 1. When a piece of power operated equipment (other than electrical) is to be shut down for repair, the operator in charge will accomplish the shutdown. The operator will inspect the equip ment to insure that it is safe to start the repair work. As soon as the safety inspection is completed and everything is in order, the operator will place a "Danger - Do Not Operate" tag on the equipment. The tag will be dated and bear the signature of the operator taking the equipment out of service. 2. The Maintenance Supervisor will make sure that the equipment is properly "tagged out" of service and is ready for repair work to start. The Maintenance Supervisor will place his "Danger" tag on the equipment indicating that he accepts the equipment as ready for repair work. 3. The Maintenance Supervisor must remove his "Danger" tag at the end of each day and at any time he moves to another job or the job is completed. h. Where work continues past shift change or longer, the operator in charge of the equipment at the time the work is completed will remove the operator's "Danger - Do Not Operate" tag. 5. To put the equipment back in service permanently or for test purposes, the operator and Maintenance Supervisor on the job must personally remove their respective tags. UNDER NO CONDITION WILL A PIECE OF POWER EQUIPMENT BE ENERGIZED SO LONG AS A "DANGER" TAG IS ATTACHED. SAFETY SECTION \j OCKC SAFETY PROCEDURE NO. 4 PROCEDURE FOR USING FIRE WATER FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN FIRE FIGHTING Effective immediately, when it is necessary to use fire water and fire water equipment for purposes other than fire fighting, the following procedure will be followed: 1. Contact the Safety and Fire Supervisor on duty or in his absence the Production Supervisor and describe the work that is to be done. This information should include the supervisor in charge, location, pressure required, fire equipment to be used, and estimated time to complete the job. 2. Upon completion of the job involving fire water and fire fighting equipment, notify the Fire Protection Supervisor that the job is complete and report any damage to the fire equipment. 3. When the fire water system is connected to any vessel or line for filling or any purpose, a check valve will be placed in the line. The check valve will be placed on the vessel end of the hose, never next to the fire hydrant. 4. Work involving fire water and fire fighting equipment will immediately be discontinued and the equipment will be re turned to fire fighting service when the fire alarm is sounded. 5- Fire hydrants when used for any purpose will be completely opened. Severe damage is caused when a fire hydrant is operated at partial capacity. Be sure the hydrant is com pletely opened or closed. SAFETY SECTION 0048 SAFETY- PROCEDURE NO. 5 USE OF HAND OPERATED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Effective May 10, 1961, hand operated fire extinguishers will not he removed from the racks, except as needed for fire fighting. The -wheel mounted extinguishers will not he removed from their locations except in the case of fire in the plant. 1. Hand extinguishers (20 lh. CO2) for welding service will he a part of each welding unit and will be bracket-mounted on each welding machine. 2. Any time an extinguisher is used or appears to need ser vicing, the welder or his immediate supervisor will report the extinguisher to the Fluor Maintenance Superintendent. 3. Mobil Chemical Safety Section will be responsible for ser vicing all fire extinguishers in the plant. The Fluor Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for notifying Mobil Chemical Safety Section when an extinguisher in mainte nance service needs repairs or recharging. b. Mobil Chemical will use an exchange system in the fire ex tinguisher service program. The used or damaged extinguisher will be replaced with a charged extinguisher at the time the pickup is made. SAFETY SECTION 035019 CO`,8^ / SAFETY PROCEDURE NO. 6 PROCEDURE FOR CALLING FIRE FIGHTING AID FROM MOBIL OIL COMPANY Effective immediately, when a fire develops on the Mobil Chemical Company plant that is of such scope and intensity that it cannot be controlled with Mobil Chemical personnel and equipment, the Mobil Oil Company Fire Depart ment will be summoned. The procedure is outlined below: 1. The following list of Mobil Chemical supervisors are authorized to request fire protection aid from Mobil Oil Refinery: M. B. Tohline R. B. Thompson R. E. Turkleson W. E. McKellar, Jr. R. M. Huff C. H. Wallace H. A. Parker E. M. Patton C. W. Cox F. M. Crow C. C. Mills V. E. Bazine R. C. Scott J. 1. Leon E. T. Craig C. M. Townsend J. H. Kerr C. E. Adams D. C. Graham 2. The Mobil Chemical supervisor requesting aid will, during normal work hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, call anyone of the following Mobil Oil Company supervisors: L. E. Cranston L. B. Wheat I. H. Thacker A. W. Saxe - Phone 8-401 8-408 8-470 8-476 or 8-304 During nights, weekends and holidays, the request for emergency aid will be directed to the Mobil Oil Company night superinten dent through the refinery telephone operator. Dial 8-"0". 3- The Mobil Chemical supervisor, when requesting aid, will give his name and job title, location of the fire, brief description of the emergency, and the gate to use in entering Mobil Chemical Company property. The gate southwest of the Mobil Chemical cooling tower will be used if accessible. The alternate route would be via county road and in Mobil Chemical's main gate. 4. The Mobil Chemical supervisor in charge is responsible for opening the designated gate and directing the emergency aid personnel and equipment to the fire. 5. Mobil Chemical Company will supervise the fire fighting activity of both Mobil Oil and Mobil Chemical Company personnel and equipment. 035020 SAFETY SECTION ly / SAFETY PROCEDURE NO. 7 PROCEDURE FOR SAMPLING LIQUIFIED GASES The following safety precautions will be observed when sampling liquified gases. Liquified gas is any material which exists as a liquid in the system being -sampled, but which will boil or vaporize at room temperature. Examples are butadiene, butylene, propylene, and propane, 1. Sample cylinders carrying Underwriters approval for the service intended should be -used. These cylinders are available in our laboratories and are marked for the service for which they were designed. 2. Always check to insure that the sample cylinder has a greater pressure rating than the pressure of the system being sampled. 3. Be sure the material being sampled is compatible with the cylinder. For example, do not take a butadiene sample in a cylinder with brass fittings, as butadiene and brass can react to form, an explo sive compound. Which for tags on the cylinders designating their intended service capabilities. 4. Check the area in the vicinity of the sample point to insure that it is safe to vent flammable materials. Be sure there are no open flames, power grinding, non-explosion proof equipment, etc., in the area. 5. Extreme caution should be exercised in connecting the sample cylinder to prevent breaking the sample tube or connection. Con nect the cylinder to the sample point either by means of a transfer line such as tubing or directly if the sample line is large enough to support the cylinder. 6. Approximately 20 per cent outage should be allowed in filling cylinders to take care of heat expansion.. 7. Check the cylinder for leaks after the sample is taken. If leaks appear, clear the sample cylinder by opening both valves. SAFETY SECTION 035021 o'vr-v SAFETY PROCEDURE NO. 8 HANDLING AND STORAGE OF CYLINDERS CONTAINING COMPRESSED OR LIQUIFIED GASES I. Handling Cylinders A. Always consider cylinders as full and handle them with corresponding care. B. Do not drop cylinders nor permit them to strike each other or other objects violently. Protect cylinder surfaces from cuts and abrasions. C. Cylinders may be rolled during loading and unloading provided the protective cap is fully threaded in place but such rolling should be kept to a minimum. D. Where cylinders must be handled by crane or davit, carry them in a cradle or similar device. Do not use a sling. E. Do not use cylinders, whether full or empty, for rollers, supports, or any other purpose than to contain gas. F. All empty cylinders should be tagged and returned to a storage rack as soon as possible. G. Cylinder caps must be placed on all cylinders when not connected for use, or when empty. H. When moving cylinders manually, they must be handled one at a time. I. When transporting gas welding carts with cylinders the cylinder valves should be closed, the regulators removed and the protective caps fully threaded in place. II. Storing Cylinders A. All cylinders must be securely tied in storage to prevent falling. Bv Cylinders should be stored valve end up where possible. C. Indoor storage of cylinders should be well ventilated. D. Oxygen cylinders should be stored apart from cylinders containing flammable gases. E. Do not store or place cylinders near any source of heat or sparks. III. Using Cylinder A. To open cylinder yalves not provided with hand wheels, use the special tools provided or approved. Never hammer on cylinder valves. 035022 0\ J 0L . / r- v_. B. Approved pressure regulators should be used on compressed gas cylinders where recommended. C. Only inert gas may be used as a substitute for compressed air or as a source of pressure. D. Never use oil or grease as a lubricant on valves or attachments for oxygen or chlorine cylinders. E. Regulators and pressure gauges shall be used only with gases for which designed or intended. P. Leaky cylinders should be isolated and bled down. G. Fully open cylinder valves while in use. 035023