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PLAINTIFF'S EXHIBIT CD CO CO CO X A B S -0 0 2 8 1 9 SHELL OIL mwm'i BOUSTan REFIWfiRY optoberTTp gFTM * VCD'- ..-*1. f-r.\ ,1-.  ? V; :> i CONTENTS l'ngc Alphnbotiefll Listing ofMum Sections....................... v Foreword ..... t General Safety 'Jftilca......................................................2 First Aid ............................................................... 6 Safety Equipment end Clothing............................. C 1. Respiratory Equipment .................................. o A. Canister Typo Cos Masks.......................... G 13. Hoso Masks ..................................................... 7 C. Self-Contained UreatUiug Apimrnlus......7 IX ncppirntoj* ..................................................... 7 H 3 M ;y aD I !*'. "* l/!'' '* 1 ' `Yifyjnr 3jJ CONTENTS (Continued) Page C- Permits Issued by Zono Supervisor* or Foremen .. D. Work Permit* Not Necessary. Iff, Warning Tag* ............... --....... . ...15 ....1C ...IT Excavations, Stolrs, Ladder*, Plotform*, Scaffolds .--...................... .......... I. Excavations --......-..................... II. Stairs, Ladders, and Platforms... ____15 ____19 ___ 19 III. Scaffold* ---------- ----------------------Tank* or Vessels... I. C)enning ..... ' A. General .. ....... 20 ..-21 ....21 ,,.2t L. When Totrnathyl Lead I* Present--..23 II. Sandblasting __________________ ----.24 III. Gouging and Sampling----------------- -.--...24 rV. Working on Tnnks 1* Service----- --26 V. Disposal of Empty Can* and Drum*..--...26 Tonic Cars and Tank Trucks (Looding, Unloading, Cleaning) ............... I. General ................... ....... ................. II. Loading and Unloading Car* and Trucks ..................... -- lU. Cleaning Tnnk Cors and Trucks. Chemicals .......-.............. --.......-...... --..... I. General ........................................ II. Ammonia ............................. --- _____ 28 _____28 ______28 ______29 ...........30 ....... -.30 ...........31 CONTENTS (Continued) I'ngc Hi. Phenol ........................................... -........... 31 IV. Caustic Soda ami Potash (Sodium nyd Potnsshmi Hydroxide).....................32 V. Sulfuric AcM--JlydiocMoric Acid... 32 VI. TetraethylLend ............................................. 32 VII. Chlorine ......-..................................................33 VIM. Hydrogen Sulphide......................................33 Dock* ................ ...34 Utilities Department ............................................... 3D Fui iince* , ........................................... JO J. Furnnco Shut-Unwn ............. ...... ..................3li li. Furnncc Stmt-Up ....................................... --3d Tool* ............................................................. -.................39 J. Cenorai ....................... --. ..-........................... 39 II. Cable and Hoists ........................................... 39 IJT, Pressure Type Tools, Including Small Pressuriied Containers.......-..--....40 IV. Dr*o-lt Gun'.--................................................41 V. Grinders .... ......................................................... 42 VI. Melnlliiing............................... 42 Valves and Related Safety Appliances, Oper ation of (Include* Govcinota. Relief Ynlvcs, Ovcrspccd Trips, Instrument Valves, Val ves In Operating Equipment)............................ .43 I. Safety Appliances...................................... .'..43 II. Valves in Operating Equipment.................44 a> CD CO CO Si v- CM Is r> X CM <D CM 1-.,, O O rj.j\iv.''.vAvrv l:S$te `fri'iLL'feii'V;;2,.'- ml^itellialI'1!/,--. ...: aaiiiSjfif illliKIl CONTENTS (Continued) Page Pumps, Compressors, Machinery--.-- ________-1C Automotive ................-................................. ................ 41 Itoilroada ........-..................-......................... ...............GO Electrical ......................-......................... .............. D3 I. Procedures ................. --...........- .............. 63 11. Fuses ........... ........... .......-- .............. 6< DIE Tools ........................ -.......... ---------- ...............66 IV. Equipment ........................... ..........~ ...............65 ............... 5G Welding ................. ...... --............ .. ...............67 ________ G7 12. Electric Welding .--.......... ........... .............. 68 Hi. Gas Welding ........................ -......... ________ 50 S^Kpfi! AH'IIauetical lifting of MAIN SECTIONS Page Automotive ..................................................................... 47 Chemicals....... .......................................... Docks ............................................................. Electrical ................................................. Excavations, Stairs, Ladders, Plotforms, Scaffolds.................................... Firo Equipment .................................... First Aid ...,,............................................. Furnnnces ........... .......... .......... ..................................... 30 General Safety Pules .................................................... 2 Permits nnd Warning Tags................ ................ ,,.....12 Pumps, Compressors, Machineiy ............. ............ 45 Railroads............................... ............................... ........ 50 Safety Equipment and Clothing............................ _.C Tank Cars and Tank Trucks (Loading, Unloading. Cleaning)........................28 Tanks or Vessels ......................................................... 21 Tools............................................................................... 55 Utilities Deportment................................................... 36 Valves and Related Safety Appliances, Operation of ....... .............................................. ...... 43 (Includes Governors, Relief Valves. Over. " speed Trips, Instrument Valves, VcUve* m OnAi'iitinr KniiiriT^iBitt^ o rco co A B S -0 0 2 8 2 3 11! 30 34 53 ]9 liiii 20 k6 mm mmm ynVi ' ->*. :/. .. Itiil unite r. il'j,Civi?rf- vi 6 / FOKEWOUD This booklet hns been prep.-ued to guida you in the aalb pciioi mancc of your job. Many years of experience hove shown us practices winch mny load to personal injury or property damage, and practices and methods which will get the job dono with maximum safety for oil personnel and equipment. It is expected that you will become thoroughly fmnilinr with nil tho CciicJid SuColy llulcs nmJ with thoso other sccLioiib of the booklet covering Jobs nnd methods which you encounter in tho performance of the work assigned you. It is obviously impossible to formulate rules for every conceivable combination of clrcum* stances that may occur in the doy-to-day oper ation and maintenance of a complex refinery. Accordingly, situations mny arise when the ex* pcricnco of the Safety Deportment and Super visory personnel justifies some addition, devia tion, or alteration of procedures given herein. An alert mind and good, sound judgment can do much to attain the objective of reducing acci dents to personnel and equipment. Consult your supervisor or a safety man when in doubt l CO l CO li H xn T f: % 'V 'I CO tQ ***?. flc'Cv.''*!-. tK&W.. f. 'iV-. ^ *k 't ' wmm^ rSpwf| GENERAL SAFETY RULES y 1. Strike anywhero (notches cud open top mcehunical lighters must not -be curried in tho plant. 2. Scuffling and horseplay o ony nature often have unexpected and dangerous consequences and are not permitted. 3. When walking or riding bicycles on Re finery roads, use the left side of the road, lacing vehicular traffic. Do not run. 4. Do not use compressed sir to remove dust from clothing. Entrained particles may puncture tho skm or enter tho eyes. Never direct the forco of an air hoso at yoursoii or another person. G. Gooil housekeeping cllinlimtos tho cause of , many accidents, Therefore, whether you nro a craftsman, operptor, or an omployco of any other classification, you aro expected to kcap tho arco in which you nro working clean and orderly. Trash nml wnsto should bo placed In tho con tainers provided. Now materials being used or old equipment being removed should be placed in an orderly manner near the Jobsite pending actual use or removal from the area. Oil spills, litter, etc. should be promptly cleaned up. G. Gasoline, naphtha, alcohol, or other vole tile liquids should not bo used for cleaning clothing, mechanical equipment, etc., except under condi tions approved by tho Soitey Deportment. 7. Safety signs, including traffic signs on roads and parking areas aro posted in various locations for your protection and benefit. You aro expected to be governed by the directions given. 8. Should travel over a road or walkway be come hazardous because of the presence of exca vations or undesirable fumes, gases or liquids, GENERAL SAFETY RULES (Conlinucil) suitable traffic warning signs or bairicndcs should be piomplly set up 7. Wherever junclicnblo rvniil working whcic overhead'hnznrds are present, if accessary to do so, arrange fur proper protection. 10. Piolruding anils must be i in meil in I cly removed or bent down on any boxes, boards, etc., even though the material is to be hnulcd to scrap. 11. 01] soaked rags, old clothing, etc., should not be accumulated in piles. Spontaneous com bustion may result. Such material should be placed m a covered metal container. 12. Correct nml snfo proccdmcs aro hunwri by mir expcrienccal rrnft.im<a, operators, nml foremen Avoid hmkmdiifls while imssible nml discuss nny polculinliy hazardous situation with your supervisor or the Safety Department bcfoie continuing. 13. Only approved electric lights and hnnd lights may be used. All extension colds should bo inspected by Lire Electric Deportment after each job and ony necessary icpniis made before rc-usc. 14. Material should not be thrown to or drop ped from elevated places, unless the area is piopcriy fenced or other ndenunto precautions are taken to keep nil personnel in the dear. 16. Employees having no business In operat ing unit areas should not loiter in or walk through these units. 1C. When lifting heavy objects: ft. Get directly over the load, b. Secure a solid foothold. 3 Crc^Mo- ( - 1 ro r* j: io i H 3 X v OJ - <D f 0oCM 1 w ..... H, CQ lip" K;-r-v [tvJrtoW&X" .< ;L>- .,f. S;:glSBij OttZyJk-' k r < 0m iSiS GENERAL SAFETY RULES (Continued) c. Squat over th load. d. Keep tho bock os straight 03 possible. 0. Itest tlio elbows on tho less end us them os lovers. f. Secure a good hand-hold. j. Be sure the body is in balance and not twisted. Ii. Lift load principally by use 0f your leys. {. jf load Is tooheavy ;ot someone to help you. 17. All buildings should bo woli ventilated to avoid concentrations of gases or fumoa. 18. It ia unsafe to walk on roofe mailo 0/ transito or other brittle materials. Ceilings of many rooms are not constructed to support tho added weight of a man. Therefore, If working in on attic, always step on beams or other struc tural members and not on the celling of the FIRST A1L> 1. A well equipped plant honpitnl is maintallied for the purpose of giving first aid treat ment to injured employee*. A rccistcicil nurse is on dulf at all times. Trial injuries, if left unattended, may result in n serious conditions. For your protection, hove each injury, no matter how smalt, treated immediately at the plant hos pital. Instructions of the nurse should be fol lowed until discharged from further treatment. 2. Jn some types of injuries, such as severe frnctuies, movement by inexperienced personnel is dangerous to the injured petsuu. Cnll the muse and nmbulnnco to U10 scene. In ease of electro cution. asphyxiation, or r srvcrcil artery, the nuiso nod nmbuhuico should bo summoned, tho employeo moved to a safe location, and suitable first aid (such os nilificinl respiration or the application of a tourniquet to a severed blood vessel) Administered at once. Do not "gong up" around tho patient; Ifevo plenty of room for those administering first aid and for necessary fresh air. CO h<0 <0 h #\ ' -V: </. i>- vi -'WV. CD oj CD cn o O f sLO I u * v\\ &{Ci r~; ?&%/& v- . Vvl.f V , yr'j v'-lv.-fev,/ fKfosf;* &{* lAr'rV-v '-'i-4 ji1.*...yoh.to 2- r-' 1 SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND CLOTJJJNG I. JtESPIKATOllY EQUIPMENT At limes It become* necessary to work In places where pollutants in the atmosphere would Interfere with normal breathing, Several types of respiratory equipment are provided to copo with such conditions. Some of them, such as canister masks, pro designed to give protection against certain specified hazords; others hare wore general use. Generally equipment is pro vided in the operating units for use of the oper ators for meeting conditions thnt may be expected to arise there. Crpftimen should obtain necessary respiratory equipment from the tool room. Cleon nil tueli equipment with sonp and water after cncli use. Someone eieo will probnbly usa it next time. A. CANISTEIl TYl'E GAS MASKS nre de signed to givs protection against certain epccifird contaminants in low concentrations {not over 2%). The chemical in the conlstcr gradually becomes spent with use. It Is, therefore, important to record, on the form provided, Ihe exact length of time the canister has been in use. 1. Be sure you ore using the canister specified for the gas encounteied. 2. 'Where possible, work on the windward sida of a job when wearing a canister mask. 3. Carefully adjust the face or head piece to avoid leakage, if you can still smell the gas, either the canister is spent, the hood piece is not fitted properly, or the concentration of gas is too high to be effectively removed. In either cate leave the con tain inatod area immediately end attempt to determine and correct the de ficiency before returning. SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING (Cuntimied) l). JIOSI5 MASKS are supplied 'vjifi f*<sh oir from rm external source and may be used lit imy atmosphere. The innnn which supplies the mr must nlwhys lo on ilia wiudwurJ sjJq of the jobsite imli well in the clear of nny air pollution. C. SELF-CONTAINED breathing ouparntus maybe used in any atmosphere except that care must be taken to keep tho inside of the oxygen hoses and connections clean. Cil or grease on oxygen equipment may react violently with oxygen. D. KESPlUATOItS contain doth or other media to filler tho air.yon btenihe They should bo used when working *)n dusty nrens. II. Clullunp; A. NUKMAL WUHK CLOTHING -- 'CcHnin types of clothing ate furnished for your inotection when working under abnormal conditions. However, tho typo of clothing you wear each dny while performing your nornml duties con be do Important Jactor In your continued solely and well-being. 1. Wear sufficient well-fitting clothing to cover tin body. Going shirtless or m shorts or wearing of sleeveless shirts is nil right on the beach, but not In tlie rcfmcjy. Wool is less flam* /liable than cotton or some of the synthetic fabrics. 2. Greasy or oily clothing should be removed. It may burn like a torch, if you get too close to a flame. For tho samo reason avoid wearing flammable (such os celluloid) sun visors or hats. 3. Loose clothing, such ns dangling sleeves, gloves, ties, etc. hnvo caused many accidents around moving machinery; for example, lathes, drill presses, emery wheels, rototing shafts, nnd motors. vT DCO CO HN X3 (D CN O O f. m K'-:^y < $ T>-Abi.Wu* h-.. ? ;,V `N.-V* (! V }>-.* : \ t fic/v-v v lilies u1, c'.r.V.t'*t_] h * -.*: '.^i i Av fiiliapilas SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING (Continued) 4. Leather glove* aro recommended when handling rough or sharp matorinl, but leave them oIt when operating a grinding wheel or working on rotating or moving machinery. 6. Safety shoes with thick soles, metal too cop, and non-sparking nails are recommended. Open toe shoes or sandal* definitely invite injury and pain--leave them home or in your locker. D. Clothing and Safety Equipment for Special Jobe 1. Hard hats mny be obtained from the tool room. They aro quite comfortable to wear, nml hovo provanted serious Injury to many people, They must be worn while working under monyconditions and ore recommended for ail who hove occasion to walk through operating unite or other work areas. 2. Flashbacks occasionally occur in furnaces, especially when lighting the burners. Asboslos hoods, gloves, and flame-proof coots are furnished for your protection when working on or adjacent to lighted furnaces. 3. Defective or damaged protective apparel or other safety equipment should not be worn or used, but should be promptly replaced or repaired. 4. The manufacturer gave much thought to the design of tho safety apparel and caulpment provided. Don't change or alter it, without first obtaining the agreement of your Safety Inspector. SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING (Continued) 6. Life belts with tag lines, nil in good con dition, should bo worn by men working at heights wherever, practical and when imlicnlcd in Utnk cleaning, icxcavntion or pit work. C. The wearing of goggles will protect your eyes from many hazards encountered in a refin ery. Obtain and wear tho proper type when weld ing, chipping, or working in a dusty atmosphere or on jobs where chemicals or other liquids or gases that are painful or harmful to the eyes may bo rclcnscd. vn r^co CO 15 i CO M to N o 0 1 CO 03 < ... ,v. v'/l h .t -'J .1 1,1 h* '` I *. > >y,y. 1,. . FJUE EQUIPMENT 1. To insure maximum protection, all lirefighting equipment must be instantly available. Thorofcrc. earn, trucks, or other equipment must -''not be left in front of firehouse doorways or within 10 feet of any fireplug. Areas adjacent to hand extinguishers, fire blankets, etc., should be kept free of all obstructions. 2. Chemicals from fire' extinguisher# are to be used for fire fighting only, snd not for any other purpose. To insure that all extinguishers are ready to uno at all times, be sure to request the-Safety Department to chock and refill it when oho has boon partially or completely discharged. 0. The Iminodinto availability of blankets line saved many lives; therefore, do not remove thorn from their boxes except in cose of emergency. 4. Water is a conductor of electricity. A solid water or foam stream should not b* used for extinguishing electrical fixes. However, water fog from a fog nozzle is very effective and safe Lf the operator of the nozzle remains over 16 feet from the fir*. Water fog should only ba used S directed by experienced supervision. Carbon tetra* chloride, C02, or dry powder extlngulshors may also be used. Come fires of this type can be readily controlled by covering with blankets or sand. FI HE EQUIPMENT (Continued) chlorldo comes In contact with fire, and COa nro toxic, if any difficulty in brcnUmig is observed you should leave the area immediately. C. Iflyour duties necessitate detailed Inslruc* tions in fire lighting procedures, study the 'Tiro Fighting Manual" which is available in your departments. 7. Tie-ijLs on the fire water system should be approved by the Fire and Safety Department. co CO * Px cr> 04 CD C4 O o \ a s S .i. itSegsitSeWsi-' tJj&tpM'n'iv:-. 2&>; PERMITS AND WARNING TAGS 1. HUE AND SAFETY PEIUHTS A. General 1, Except in the shape and other specific arens, vrritteo Fare and Safety -Permits ors required before starting certain types of work listed bolow. `Such permits ere to be signed by the Solely Department, & supervisor, or delegated represent ative oi tho operating or other department In which the work is done, and by the craftsman (or his foreman) assigned to do the work. At nights or during holidays the Shift Maintenance Supervisor may Issue and sign Fire and Safety Permits insteed of the Safety Department 2, Permits should include any applicable special Instructions or precautions to bo observed, ivs well as the period of tlmo the permit is to ho in offect 3. It is tho responsibility of tho operating representative to see that jobsite conditions com ply with tho permit regulations boforo permitting tho craftsman to start work, Howover, it Is tho duty of esch and every one of us to be continu ally on the alsrt for changing conditions that may affect tho safety of the job we ore doing. 4. Permits Issued for an extended period of time will be void If the Job is discontinued for longer than 24 hours. When a Job Is being done under such a permit tho Jobsite should be In spected each day by on authorised representative. If lavorobie conditions still exist the permit should be re-signed end re-dated before any craftsmen start to work. D. Type of Work requiring Fire and Safety Permits 2. Lighting of open fires, welding, cutting, lead burning, or metallizing. This applies to PEIIMITS AND WARNING TAGS (CuiKmued ) welding, cutting, bunting, etc., In shops on equip ment which lies been in service. 2. -Starting of any electric operated touls, in cluding soldering irons. (Nolo exceptions para graphs D-L2, Page 1C and CO, iPaga 111 ) 3. Entering any tank, vessel, or lower for any purpose. Usually each ernft should hove separate permits; however, permits may be issued covering oil crafts. 4. Sowing, chipping, or cutting metal, or drill ing on tonka, vessels, lines, pumps, or other closed equipment. In nil casus water or heavy oil should bo used on Hu; culling tout. II. SAFETY AND WUKK I'EDMITS A. Cvncrnt Safety and Work Permits must be obtained by craftsmen or others before starting certain types of work outlined below. These permits ore to be issued by tho operating supervisor (or one whom ho designates) or by tho Zone Supervisor or foreman and tho original given to the ernftsiiiai). The carbon copy should be retained by the operating deportment mid signed by the croftsman when the job is completed. Croftsmen must always obtain verbal nppiovnl from the operating department in which tho work is being done be fore starting work that does not require e written permit. 1. Night Orders--When maintenance work is litccsanry in your department during the night shifts or on Saturday, Sundays, and holidnys, the Shift Forcmnn will contact the Shift Maintenance Supervisor on duty. When the assigned crafts man hns reported nml when a Fire Permit is not required, the Shift Foieman or other-delegated personnel will fill out pnrtially the night order hr^CO CO x %m0: Y...' tr.-eyi-* ev -' ABS-002030 >r'{^ :k c A; CV/y!;itS ft ;-'T ;VA V^Vi7,; i mym, .i-VJ? /"/ Vi.,.1 >. PERMITS AND WARNING TAGS (Continued) form (01941-2, Revised 12-G2). At this time tho required Information will bo; Date Craft or Craft Code Number Department end Unit Bodge Number of Craftsman Description of Job Normal anti Special Safety Precautions Tima croftsmon reported to tire job Shift Foreman's jignoturo One of llio Lock copies will bo given to tho craftsman os Ms authority nnd work pormlt to commence working. When o firo permit is required, the usual form (01512^7-40) will bo issued by delegated per sonnel, before the craftsman is authorised to start the job. After the Resigned craftsman has completed the Job, ha will return his copy to the Shift Fore man v.ho will rocord on oil night order copies Ilia time craftsman completed the job. The original copy of the order will then bo given to the craftsman who will return it to tho Shift Maintenance Supervisor for further pro cessing. Ollier copies will be held for the depart mental office for review by the Department Managor at the earliest opportunity. . Permits Issued by the Operating Department 1, For any repolra on tanka or stairs, except tank vent inspections. 'However, in this case tho tank vent inspector should obtain permission from the operator before starting his work. PERMITS AND WARNING TAGS (Continued) 2 For opening tonka, vessels, equipment, and lines (except planned jobs to be done during a general, shutdown}. 3. F^or attaching cnblc or rope block* in oper ating orens. 4. For insulating; lines and other equipment during operation. 5. For building end removing scaffolds dur ing operation. G. For elects leal, mechanical, uiid rigging work in operating areas. 7. For (minting, when ncecs.uny to climb on opcmtiiiK ciiuipiiiLiil. 8. For construction work in opcmling mens. 9. For laborers to wash ticncbes nnd ovethead platforms during operation of units; also to uso picks during excavation. 10. Bcioro automotive equipment (gasoline, diesel, or electric drive) enters or is started in operating areas. tl. For using nir motors for drilling or chip ping on metal, concrete, nnd bi ick, including work oa open tanks or vessels, if they are clean, blinded( and gos-free. Oi) or water must be used on drills while doing this woik, nlso when using metal saws and cutting tools. ]2. For using electric soldering irons in con trol rooms or open areas where flammable liaxards are not present. In case d unit is down, the general shutdown report will bo used as n work pennit to cover the work for all crafts doing work In the area. Verbal approval must be obtained from the oper ating personnel before stalling any job. CO r- <o co iJ t3 :<rX 1 ils mmi?>.; Cvf -i'fn.l. >, V m-(i . (Sf&K-'i-'.i-r-'' A B S -0 0 2 8 3 1 WB$: > V_l-' i00m$k& PERMITS AND WARNING TAGS (Continued) C. Permits Issued by Zero Supervisors or Foremen After checking with the Affected operating department And being satisfied that operating conditions will permit maintenance or construc tion work in the oica, Zone Supervisors or Fore men moy issue Work Permits for: 1. Using electric soldering irons nnd electric powered tools In open areas whero flammable Hazards aro not present. This docs not include work inside tanks and vessels or on closed lines or equipment, or open containers which might liovo flainipablo matoriai or gas inside. 2. Caulking tanks when not in overnlloii. Caulking, of course, must bo duno below tlo Icvol of Die liquid und noccaaary precautions taken. 3. All other jobs tlmt do not rcqulro tho uso of open flames, or other equipment thot tnny create jporks. or the opening of vessels, lines, or equipment. 1). Work Permits are Not Necessary: On jobs whero Fire Permits ara issued. 2. Where zone craftsmen era working in their respective areas, except drilling and hot work. 3. Small jobs In operating areas where equip ment or lines are not Involved, 4. When job orders are Issued by the super visor in charge during the night. Job orders should show hazards of job and any special pre cautions to be taken. &. On jobs requiring more than one craft, the lend craft only will obtain a Work Permit. Assist ing crafts may work cn the same permit, provided PERMITS AND WARNING TAGS (Cuirlmucd) the lend croft bn# not left the job. In tins case Another Wei k rennit must be secured. CL When jobs rim into more than one shift, A Work Permit mny be passed to tho craftsnimv's relief but should be signed by the relieving odci* oliug supervisor or delegated representative be fore work proceeds. However, if cfia original is unavailable, th* relief mechanic end operating supervisor (or representative) must sign tho car bon copy, which is maintained ut the operator's desk. 11!. WARNING TACS Before tejmir work is done on machinery nr C(|ul imtcii t Unvinjf iiMivini- unit*, crrLiiin pro cedures hnvu been developed ns msumiKO Unit the worli tuny l>o done* wilhout perxounl injniy. The nroceduie* include the -use of wanting lugs attached to tho switch or valve contiollmg the source of power. Ail lags should be signed ami dated by the person installing them, and also show tho reason for taking the equipment out of service. A. The operator should shut down the equip ment, and close off the source of power by blind ing the line nnd/or shutting tlx throttle volvo nnd opening bleeders to relieve line pressure, or opening tho circuit bleaker, or having on elec trician pull tho fuses in the electrical circuit B. Tho operator should then install his tag on th<> closeJ tbrollJc or block valve, open circuit breaker, or fuse bc.v. Tins tag should remain in place until the job is finished nnd mny then bo removed only by nn operator or the supervisor. C. Good practice dictates that blinds should usually be installed in product lines connected to equipment, end in steam, water, gas, or nir lines supplying power to the equipment being 17 CD N- CO CO <v to CD CM O XD 0 1 in cn c mp ,m} ssm v r.::v V/.;'-*;- : fcT'o Aj -.V ?'; :T'-TV;-'' fv Tv- / 'TT j i-:. `S 'i'ii'iy'tyx-ri': `V- . .4 ^: I., ./ *m `i,' j PERMITS AND WARNING TAGS (Continued) worked on./ However, ike operating supervisor, after gWtrfg full consideration lo ths products handled, the work to bo done, tlio pressures and other hazards Involved, may decide that a specific lob may bo safely done by omitting some or all blinds and may issue a Work l'crmit, and place warning tags as required. D. Each craft working on the drives or driven equipment will check with tho shift foremen or operator to verify that equipment is depressured and clean and in a safe condition to bo worked on, and will only then placo their tag In the same placo as tho operator's. E. It is tho responsibility of cod; craft walk ing on tnegod equipment to notify tho operator immediately after completion of their part of ft Job. That craft's tag should then bo removed by the craftsman or the supervisor. F. Tlio operator's tog should be left in place until all others bavo been removed and lie has checked to determine that all necessary work has been done ond the equipment Is safe to operate. (An electrician should replace any fusee that were removed prior to starting the work.} EXCAVATIONS, STAIUS, LADDERS, 1'LATEOItMS, SCAFFOLDS I. EXCAVATIONS A. Pioviijo nil ground npeninga wild inyc en closures, hand mils, or covers and provido safe warning lights wheie necessary at night. 0. Excavations and ditches more than five feet deep must be properly shored or sloped. Ji. STAIUS, LADUEKS AND rLATFOKMS A. All etftiis, imldcis and platfojma must lie kept freo of obstiuclions. Uccontiiclcs slmll ho jirevidcd fur looso materials which mu^t Lc left on platforms, II. Wutul liulik'i's. stviirs, mul viihn box covers rOiould not he pointed, becmno of dnuger of paint hiding lotted wood. Linseed oil treatment is recommended for this material except when* treated lumber is used. C. Always have tlio free use of both hands when climbing or descending Jndders. Always face a ladder when ascending or descending. 0ns hand must ba free for use of handrail on oil stairways, D. Employees should not work off ladders or steplodders unless the ladders arc securely tied or a co-worker is steadying them on the ground. This rule docs not opply to stepladdcis nmi pintform ladders when used on solid and level sur faces and when work of a light noturo is involved. E. All ladders (except stoplnddors) should have ladder shoes. F. Extension ladders should be tied when the top part of the ladder is extended for use. 19 o ' CO CO - v T- T~ {J l ,y H (O CO t CD ", <N O O t;k r- isan ,\b < 1 '"i i :'.:V.lV$v-. ' r,r-;. U-.Vtr Vi V N j # .V.Wt*- h:JXv -, V.:-r1 '.'v-.V.'v A.-.-A. r=r--V: f kM&ik , Xy.S`/`S$. ;A* *`T l. EXCAVATIONS, STAIRS, LADDERS PLATFORMS, SCAFFOLDS (Continued) III. SCAFFOLDS A. Where practical, scaffolds 4 feet to 10 feet from tho ground shall be provided with a single handrail 42 inches above tits scaffold boards ami toe boards. B. Scaffolds 10 feet or more in height shall be provided with a toe board; an intermediate rail, the center of which aha!) bo 16 Inches above the scaffold boards; and a top handrail which shall be 42 inches obove Uie scaffold boards. Proper access to scaffold platform, ouch as a ladder, should also bo provided. C. Scaffold boards must bo phi cod sufficiently ctoao together to prevent materials from fulling through. D. T be safe, the distance between scaffold stanchions or supports for handrails must not exceed eight feet. . Inspect all timbers used in the construction of scaffolds. See that all are of ample strength to hold the load to which the/ may be subjected. Be sure all scaffolds have safe footings. TANKS OH VESSELS 1. CLEANING A. Gencrnl--Tito necessity for cleaning tanks or other vessels occuis regularly. Many nioducls are hmjdlcil, under many different conditions. Consequently, when a vessel (tank) 1ms been drained end is ready for cleaning, we mny find It to t>o nearly clean, or that it may contain sub stantial quantities of hydrocarbon, coke, ehemieol, sludge, etc. It is not practical to try to write detailed denning instructions that will be applic able in every case. However, good judgment end the following general procedures iinve proven effective in gotting those jobs done with n mini mum of hazard. Other craftsmen working in un clean ed tanks shall observe the sumo applicable precaution*. 1. Tlio opeintimi deimi iineul shall notify the Engineering mu! Safely iJcpnrtmcnla in writing tlmt a vessel or tnnk Is to be tnlccn out of service, specifying the date and lima it will be available, type of work to bo done, the commodities likely to bo found in the vessel, mid will be responsible for properly draining the contents from the vessel proocr and all Internals prior to the start of work. Floating roofs should bo lowered to tho highest level permitted by tho supports. 2. Before n vessel or tank is to be opened for further clcnnlng or intomol repairs, nil inter connecting lines must be blinded at the vessel or tank. Exceptions: (1) Foam lines should not be blinded until th vessel is clean and gas-free. (2) Blinds should not be placed in vent tines of equipment not designed to operate under vacuum until other openings have been made. CO CO oo <0 GO I- C4 x X O o cn CO < PrtV.'iVhv i; fete! ;:v* VFi&rWr- >'.'$,.,& /f.^SS'SKfjSffei'V-. .. rt*. . vv'.^ - TANKS OK VESSELS (Continued) (3)Where adjacent vessels bra to ba worked on, it is permissible to blind them as a unit. However, eocli such case must bo carefully studied, and all interconnecting lines core* lull/ cleaned and purged. 3. It is preferable that tanks and vessels bo made gas-froo before entering them. However, this >s not always possible, The SS&iety Depart ment will investigate each job and specify the conditions under which a man may work insido the lank, the respiratory eouipment ho must wear, and whether a man should be stationed out* side the tank. 1. Ventilation ami lighting of tnnks and ves sels shall bo earned uut in conformnitcc with safu *tnuilhril nml practices, ns nj'inovod by Ihu Safely Inspector. C. A Fire nnJ Safoty Permit sliould bo issued bclors onyono enters n tonic or vessel. (See pngo 13, paragraph B-3--Permits and Warning Togs). 0. Certain hydrocarbons cause the formation of pyrophoric deposits on the Inside of vessels. These deposits may Lent to a glowing condition merely from contact with oxygen In the air. By keeping the deposits wet with water at oil times this iient rcoction should not occur. These de posits should be promptly removed and buried or burned at o safe location. 7. Cylinders holding oxygen, or cylinders con taining acetylene, or other explosive or highly flammable matennl should not be placed insido tanks or vessels, unless approved by the Safety Department B. -In general, tha uso of air to blend or mix hydrocarbon material or to displace hydrocarbon lines Is hazardous and should bo avoided. In somo cases air can be used with safety, but before a TANKS OK VESSELS (Cunlimicil) routine practice is established oi n specific appli cation undertaken, the ricpai Uncut ijivoj> oil ami the Safety Dcpmtiucnt must be in ocircmcnt as to procedure. D. In'ventilnline tanks for cleaning, steam in jection should not be used. Air aspiration has beer) found more effective and safer. B. When Tetraethyl Lead is 1'rcscnt--In addi tion to the preccduics outlined above, additional precautions aro necessary when cleaning tanks (Including disposal of sludge thetefrom) which have contained piodncls in which tclmcthyl lend in pi esent. 1. Thu dual uml 5'nh- mi iosiiln .Miifiuc* mviv ho tpiilu hiilltiflll if In i-nlliol. TliiiidlHO, nviMil Ci cntlm; n dusty iiliiH,.i-lien- 1-y keeping nil in side surfaces wrU As n ftirlhcr preenutiem wear proper respiratory protection. 2. Clean clothing is provided each ihy lor workmen engaged in cleaning tnnks which have tetraethyl lend or tended products. The gloves oiul boots, cspcclully, should be m pcifcct con dition. 3. 'Hemovo work elothjng rmil thoroughly wash fneo mid hands before eating. Jlciucvc \vo>k cloth ing and take n shower at the end of each day's assignment. Clothing must bo laundered and bools and gloves cleaned niter each day's use. Cloth ing accidentally soaked with leaded pioriucls or sludge from the Lank must be changed at once. 4. Sludge from the trwik must not be left where anyone wilt come in contact with it. The sludge should be taken from the tank in a wet state and buried nt some point wheic workmen will not uncover it in making excavations. CM 00 CO 00 I- m to D CO X CN to CO < l-lV-. .- . h-'ilW'v'-- :V S', i:? $ / irjV: : . v., ,\ r -v  I* n TANKS OH VESSELS (Continued) II. SANDBLASTING Dry Sondblnstinrr operations are usually ac companied by Lha formation of sparks which con Ignite flammable vapors or liquids which may bo present. Except In certain designetod areas, therefore, this work should be done only after getting a permit from the Safety Department, who will also specify any special working condi tions or restrictions that should be observed, and the type of respiratory equipment, goggles, etc., to be worn. Ill, GAUGING AND SAMPLING A. When gauging, draining linos or equip ment, or Lilting samples, nlwuys stand on tho windward side If possible. D. Gauge and thief hatches should bo kept closed ot all times, except when In use. This will reduce the possibility of the accumulation of dangerous concentrations of vapors. Where prac tical ail containers of volotile liquids shall ho Eroperly vented at all times. All containers should e grounded electrically when being filled with a stream of flammable material. Whenever prac ticable, subsurface filling should be followed, with the filling lino in tight contact with the opening of the container. Only the minimum amounts of flammable or volatile liquids should be accumu lated or stored nt any location whero ignition or toxic hazards exist, as In tho laboratories or cer tain control rooms. Avoid Inside storage of ony hazardous materia) whenever possible, except in certain designated places, such as sample storage rooms. Bottles should be transported in protec tive receptacles tor the purpose, so as to prevent breakage and splllago. Never tape gauge or snmplo tanks while mechanical mixers art in operation unless working through a sealed gauge well. TANKS OH VESSELS (Cwtlinucd) IV, WORKING ON TANKS IN SLiltYlCIz A. When climbing or descending ladders, both hands are needed for safely supporting tho body and oilier 'objects sltould not be curried in them. Carry goiige tapes, sample bottles, etc., in suit able slings or other appmalus fastened to the body. O. When ascending or descending stairways always have & grasp on the handrail with nt lenst ono hand. In Older to prevent the buildup of static electricity on the body, gloves should not be worn on this hand. C. When a flouting roof is nnno than ten feet bclp'v tho lop of Uic Link, a blower-type hose miisll nr nctl-cimlniiifil hirnlliinp; ri|iii|imi'iil must bo used by miyiino while vruilnii); insiilo Iho limli below Uic lop level of tho shell. D. Because of the increased hazards dining im electrical or thunilcislerm, all persons should remove themselves from tanks containing flaminoble products. E. Avoid oil spills on tank ioo/j or shells arid do not leave rage or other loose material on top of tanka or on stair or ladder platforms. F. If you have occasion to work on tank roofs, use groat caution until nssmed Hint the roof will support your weight. If in doubt consult the Safety and/or Inspection Department or the de partment Involved. It is advisnblc, for your own protection, to keen n co-worker informed of your activities, especially If the tank contains 11,S in dangerous concentrations. G. Uso only designated wnlke and stairways when entering or Leveling in storage tank nreas. '"j CO CO CO CO to CD CD Csl D X O O I W m < L..v . I V' Vv.5^. L Vy^.'wWf.r l.mv i-Vpy-^V' * >vJ ,- liVr* fj W* ssA?^cj5^WSti ;.p TANKS Olt VESSELS (Continued) V. DISPOSAL OP EMPTY CANS * DRUMS In order to eliminate any potential hnzord to employees in handling empty ojl and chemical containers, the following is to be observed. A.Containers Iron} one pint, to and including five-gollon-slre, before they ore discarded 4iy any deportment should be emptied, rinsed out to flush contents, and have all caps removed. Q. Unless drums are being used for shipping or storage products or materials, they should nil be sent to the salvage yard for disposition with bungs In place. Automotive) Dopnrtmont will not pltlj^up for disposal partially filled drums or drums without enps and bungs In place, unless special nrrangomcnts aro roado for dumping. C. Automotive will haul empty motol con tainers, one-pint to and including five-gallon size, to a designated area at disposal yard. D. All empty oil and chemical drums will be taken to the salvage yard where they will be steamed freo of flammable or explosive mixtures. The Store Department will mako disposition of all euch drums- If they are to be moved to Jones Loko orea, the bungs should be removed. E. No drums which have been in hotordous liquid or bulk service may be either disposed of or released by salvage yard until they are prop erly steamed or cleaned thoroughly by other means. F. Automotive will regulate disposal areas in the location near Jones Lake in a manner where burning of trash will not be done where it will endanger the safety of employees while working. TANKS Oil VESSELS (Continued) G. When it is necessary to dispose of full or partially filled drums of chemical, etc. winch can not ba emptied into the oil sewer, special arrange ment for disposal will bo made through tho Effluent Control Department and Automotive Department. In some instances it may be advis able to bury the drums in the Jones lake area. H. The above is not intended to cover empty lube oil drums from various departments. On such drums the bungs and caps should be in place and the drums returned to Stores for refilling. Theso containers should be properly painted and stenciled to prevent mixing or contamination with oilier grades of lube or other pioducte. 3 CO CO rcr> to H mD mX CM oo j*u a ftltes i Vr;-;ix. w. I- V'/.r' \ - ^*'%?#**/W*; 1 \ 0, 'm TANK CAIiS AND TANK TRUCKS (Loading, Unloading, Cleaning) I. GENERAL A, Dlu fluffs, lirliks, and derails should ho TANK OAKS AND TANK TUUCKS (Cuniiiiucii) 2. Trucks should not pass or bo started o<jjnccut lo trucks being filled with flamninblo nmlcrinl*. a? n co o 0 1 sto 5. Solf-closinr vnlvos sv)iiclt oro on sumo load ing linos should bo liohl open inniwiully, oud nut tied ox bincinJ m an open posilion. III. CLEANING TANK CARS AND TRUCKS Follow Llic sumo gonernl regulations mul iuo* cautions no for donning oilier timka nml vessels ivVo^f .i-4: .vflV ^ -'2 a iifeil!VAiS^VCVI- *T CHEMICALS 1. GENERAL A. Protective clothing such as rubber goggles or hoods, gloves, suits, and boots are AY&ilabla when opening or working cn lines or equipment which nave oecn In chemical service or when handling chemicals. Judgment should be exercised In the clothing worn, and \t the hazard is such that the entire body would be endangered, then the body should be completely protected. If, on the olherhand, only small quantities of chemicals ere involved, possibly only rubber goggles, gloves and an apron would provldo sufficient protection. In all cases when a rubber hood is not required, rubber goggles or other approved eyt protection must cover tho cyos when handling chemical*. All rubber clothing should he properly elenned by tho wearer nflcr using. Tho noccsnmy juotectlvo clothing should ho worn ns long ns the hnznrd exists. Craftsmen niny obtain protcctlvq elothing from tiifl tool room. Similar appropriate equipment Ls available for operators In the oper ating units. Persons handling small quantities of chemicals, normnlly,encountercd in laboratory testing, should acquaint themselves with, and follow safo prac tices. B. Water is very useful In removing practic ally all chemicals. Consequently, on exposure to harmful chemicals, quickly remove contaminated clothing and apply copious quantities of water to the exposed part of your body. Quick acting showers and eye wash fountains ere located in many ports of tho plant for this purpose. After receiving first nid at tho Jobslto, report immed iately to the plant hospital for further treatment. C. Chemical gas masks, hoso masks, fnce masks, or respirators, and rubber goggles must be worn by employees working in areas made CHEMICALS (Continued) dusty ty cltcmicnl or mmcial dusts, such ns asbestos, coke, rock, snnd, c!ny, etc. Where prac ticable, blower funs should be used for removing duet from working arcus. D. 'Pfoieetivc O'cnnij should be used on ex posed pltrls of tho body when working near chemical dusts and chcmicnl fumes. E. All containers, such as sample cans, bottles, etc., used for transporting corrosive chemicals within the refinery, must hove a red lettered tng attached until Lite contents have boon removed find the container lias been thoroughly cleaned A supply of red IcUcicc! toes cun be obtained from the Itcfineiy Lnbointory. It. AMMONIA A. Ammonia gnx ov|>2i,^ir, Krcp incn flames nnd aimiks uv,iy from leaks. D. Lenka of nminoiiin gas mid liquid enn usually be dissipated by tlie use of Inigo quan tities of wnter sprayed ovr llic area. Blower fans nre also helpful to remove tho vapors. HI. I'JIENOL A. Phenol is commonly known ns carbolic acid Eveiy precaution must be token to avoid contnet with the skin, ns severe burns and pois oning will result unless promptly removed. For immediate treatment of phenol burns, remove contaminated clothing, wash the exposed men. pre/crnble with alcohol, or* if not available, large quantities of water. Bottles of alcohol (in green containers) mid safely showers nrc located at nppropriato locations for your uso. However, do not allow the alcohol to get into your eyes. B. Phenol is inflammable ami the usual pre cautions must be followed when hot work is nec essary in the area. (D oo CO CO h* xx N^~ IT >- iv,, ' i. i, j i'voy::;;vr>7^ A B S -002839 / :J, r.,*nJ fi" v 5>v,V-. ' - 'll * `it*::!'I CHEMICALS (Continued) C- It is the responsibility pf the ope/etors, in units handling phenol, to keep the bottles of fiieoho) filled and clean. IV. CAUSTIC SODA AND TOTASII (Sodium ami l'uCsaaium Hydroxide) The above chemicals hove quite similar prop, ertles. They ere both strong alkalies, end In con tact with the skin will produce disagreeable burns. Wool and leather are rapidly deteriorated; cotton to a lesser extent; rubber Is practically unaffected by them. H any part of the body or eJolhing comes in contact with these chemicals, It should be washed iinmoJintoly with copious amounts of wator. Tho application of wcuk acetic ucid or vinegar will also give rollcf. V. SULFURIC ACID--HYDHOCIILOIUC ACID Doth acids present quite similar hasards and will produce painful burns to the body. Wool clothing is more resistant to a.ald than cotton, and rubber gives very good protection. Water is very effective in washing acid from the body, YI. TETRAETHYL lead This chemical is poisonous if allowed to remain in contact with tho skin. Strict regulations apply to operators end others working with this chem ical, and special clothing is required. (Sea page 23), The Safety or Operating Department should prescribe working conditions for craftsmen and others working on tanks or equipment which have contained leaded products. (Refer to page 23 for Instructions for cleaniug tanks or vessels when terat thy1 lead is present.) A B S -002B 40 CIIKIUICALS (Continued) VII. CULOHINE Chlorine liberates vr^mis which init.ite tho rcsp'untory system, initially inducing coughing Leave contmninntcd mens immediately and obtain proper hcsjiirotuiy projection. VIII. HYDJtOGEN SULPHIDE This is a highly toxic gas liberated Horn sour crude, sour erode products, and some chemicnl mixtures. It smells like rotten eggs, but soon paralyzes tho sense of smell, so that you yr>ny not realize the gas is still present. Thcrcfoic. leave contnminnted area immediately and obtain proper respiratory equipment bcfoic returning. r^ co CO CO x:=> > 'J.S f j": - ,'xinTr^;; jiggff iflffl? \v - 'I'.f.vvn v )- . -,!: s$\:i -/V D0C1CS Appropriate Refinery SsJety Rules along with instructions In the booklet, ''Regulotion# for Sole Loading and Discharging of OU Yesicls", will apply for all dock operations. / wmmm mMm, VW`i S UTILITIES Dlil'AUTMiiNT 1, All operating conditions nmi proccdmcs established by State Codes nnd Insurance stan dards shall bo observed in accordance with direc tions from the Utilities l)cp.uUncut Management. 2. toilers down for any renson shall be se cured in accordance with strict departmental regulations which include disconnecting amt/or blinding each individual gas burner line. When the boiler is to be entered for inspection or maintcnonce, oil pressure lines to the units oholl be blocked off nnd the valves locked. Pressure equip ment being opened shall be completely emutied and depressured before being opened. The respon sibility for tlio proper security nnd Hie custody of tho lock keys lies with the shift foiensnil and cnmiot hu dokcfllpd. 0. UiirncM* in Wilrrn tlmll ln> lighted in ncCOrilniicO with Lho ili`inrliin*nt 'Trutcilurcs for Lighting Fire* nmi Hollars" under the direct supervision of the shift foreman. The requisite cheek forms shall bo completed and signed before lighting any burners. 4. Utilities Department operators will confino their electrical switching operations to switch gear of Lha dead fiont or lemotefy controlled types. Eleetrieinns will bo called to operate liv front equipment such ns knife or fuse discon nects, fuses, etc. 6. Tie-ins to domestic water lines should be approved by the Utilities Department. CO 03 CO CO :-;:pN'*rP iifgp FURNACES Experience hos ahpwn that certain procedures must bo 'followed in shutting down and starting up a furnace to Insure maximum safety to pereemnel and equipment, Tho following basic pro- cedurcs npjilly: , In goncral, to oil furnaces, al though certain safe, modified, or additional precautions have been developed for certain indivi. dual units, such os boiler furnaces equipped with forced and Induced draft fans, high pressure ab sorber, platformer furnaces, etc. FURNACE SHUT-DOWN A. Steom, gas. oil, and nil ether lines into n furnace must be disconnected, blinded or plugged bcloro workman era permitted to entor tiio furn ace. Cns and oil linos should bo blinded Immed iately after fires aro cut out. FURNACE START-UF ery < present end to directly supervise the lighting of the fires in a furnace, iff this work: is delegated to an operator or fireman, tho following form, or one more applicable to specifio conditions. Is suggested for use by the operator end should be approved by tho shift foreman bsfore any fire is iigntod. FURNACES {Continued SHELL OIL C0A1RANY j HOUSTON REFINERY Plensc complete the following and present to Shift Foreman or Stilhnmi for approval before lighting furnace fries: 1. Furnace has been purged 20 to 30 minutes ............... O) CO Cl CO H Z) X ik CsJ *7* ao o 0 1 U1 (Q < h; 2. All burner nml pilot valves nro dosed nml have been checked 3. Fuel lino blind has been removed 4. Unit . Date Time-.---------------------------------------------_ - _ Signed-. Fireman or Operator Approved-. A. All furnaces and stack ducts that have boon opened during a shutdown must be elieeked before starting operations to see that no person nel or foreign mateual such os lumber, rags, etc., havo been left inside. D. Cheek to determine that all blmds lit fuel lines are in place or Uiot fuel lines are discon- f-V vhf.N" i' lipS/i j^Vr xt.' -'V i ,. I tiff- \ kmm ''v; '/j vv.'.;; - >v f JWU-V. ;:c; y.-; ... ,-v V. .-!T>3-.'A' M' y 'h 'i FURNACES (Continued nectcd nnd that block valves, burner valves cud pilot valves ore closed. C. Puree furnace for 20 to 30 minutes, then removo blinds from fuel lines, or connect fuel lines, after ognin checkins: position of vnlvov Immediately proceed to light the burners. If burners have been disconnected, and conditions permit, each one should be lighted as soon as connected. In no ovent should blinds In fuel lines be removed or fuel lines connected before furnace is ready to be fired. D. Burners should always be lighted with torches approved by Operating and Safety Uopnrtmouts. TOOLS t. (JENHUAL A. All tools should be used only on work for which they me designed. Do not plnco excessivestress dii louls oi rvbuac them to tho ilnm.-u.-c point! Maintain your tools m clean ami safc working condition. Examine tools cnielully be fore rising them to see that thrv nir safe. Do not use tools with loose or split handles, buried heads, wrenches wth jaws spread, etc. Send them tD the tool room at once. The tool room attendant shall be sure that all tools issued are sale ami in good working order. D. Chisels designed for pneumatic tools must not be struck with a hand hammer: they mnv be distorted, making them umisunblc in power meat. C. Stipoi visors must watch very closely to sre Unit men working with shovels, pick.'. nxc*. CU-, aro spaced far enough apart to eliminate the possibility of their striking each other. D. Tools must not bo thiown; pass them by hand or Use tail lines or receptacles to ialsc nnd lower tools. E. Keep air, clcctiie, or oLher powered tools pointed mvay from yourself or other peisons Such tools should be directed downward wherever possible. F. Approved goggles should be worn while using tools for grinding, machining, chipping, nnd other hand or tool operations where chips or other particles may be released. G. In eo far as possible, use only grounded electric tools, and bo auie the ground connection on the tool is connected to a reliable giovnd. II. CA1IL13 AND HOISTS A. Inspect and test nny cnblcs, ropes, boat swains chairs, or swinging scaffolds before using. O 05 CO CO 3x ifif! #11: ill! j:#K sMMir. Ti'# y.-i ^K'l* fc'Sn.VT 11 w . A B S -002S 4 3 -r * . ",`i : i #.: :* ,v.1 .v#' jih^v. JT * / f -4 . ^... 9 Wj i-" i \ V, ':&VI ft?,- mmm tiilglp TOOLS (Continued) olso all repo or cable blocks and slings. Destroy any defectivo ropos' or cables to prevent others from vain/*. B. Remove cranks from vehicles and similar equipment whan not in operation. G. All chain hoists, blocks, ropes, and cobles in the refinery shall be periodically Inspected by the nigging; Department or other designated per sonnel. Any defective equipment shall bo replaced or repaired immediately. D. Do not suspend tocklo with ropes over sharp corners of cornice or edge of tank roof. Uso a cabjo with a suitable cushion on edge. E. Crauo operators and winch operator* aro responsible for (lie Condition of cables, etc., mid aio authorized to hnvo cable taken out of servico when considered unaufe. F. -Coro must bo exercised In using hoisting equipment not to attempt to lift n heavier load than that for which the hoist is designed. III. PRESSURE TYPE TOOLS. INCLUDING SMALL PRESSURIZED CONTAINERS All pressure type tools, air containers, and/or equipment of the following type should be Per iodically inspected by the Engineering Inspection Deportment: Spray guns Paint spray pots Propane end other gas cylinders Sample bombs Water heaters Air leceivers and dryers Blcwtoiches Sandblast equipment Bus air tanks TOOLS (Continued) 1Y. DU1V1MT GUN A. The Master Mrchnnic, Shops, will train inen of Iris crafts to uso the gnu and notify the Firo uinl'Snfoty Dopm tment who these men me. This training may bo rotated among the crafts men. D. Gun must be Issued only by Tool Room Foreman, Master Mechonic, or Assistant Chief Engineer, on written request of a Craft Super visor. One shell only should be issued for each stud required on tho Job. This must bo checked by the Craft Foreman and Tool Itoom Foreman. C. llisfore ami nfler l1o run is lifted m a job It mint be cheeked by tbn Onfl Fmcimm tu he suru thnt it is nut Inmlcil, mid n dated, signed note plnccci In the gun box stilling lliis fact. The gun must always bo unloaded when not In use. D. A Fire and Safety Permit must be obtained from the Fire and Safety Dcp.it Invent only. In addition, a Craft Foreman, Zone Foreman or Safety inspector must be present the entire time the job Is being performed with the gun and see that all ttio regulations listed hcicin arc followed. E. Whenever the gun is being used, all other craftsmen must ho in the clear of the general direction in which studs me to be driven. This applies particvlnrly to work on thin walls or metals where the studs may accidentally be driven through as n bullet. F. The gun must not be left nt the jobsite but tho job should be an planned thnt the gun enu ho checked cut. used mid min >cd immediately by the craftsman to the tool rooi where .it must be locked in a sturdy box. .`C.iKi A B S -002045 . K. - .. <: . ."VV' .' v' . r'i'r.'Vj'.'VVvvy. SfliftS ;-..:>.^i>.^r#.;H: Vv;- ` ':|:l TOOLS (Continued) Y. GItINLEltS A. Tool rests on emery wheel* must he kept Adjusted dose to the wheel. This Is required to prevent the materiel to be ground from being caught between tho tool rest and tho wheel, which could cause serious Injury to the fingers. 13. Emery wheel and buffer guards should be in place when the machine is in operation. VI. METALLIZING A. The operator of a motolllicr shell wenr clothing that cover* and protects o* much of tho skin a* poialblo from tho dopoeit of free metnl discharged from the cun. Skin nocoMarlly re maining uncovered olinil ha protected by it auitoblo crcoin, such a* anhydrous lanolin. D. Goggles ami respirator must lo worn by metnlliscr operator at all times when gun is lighted and motol is being fed through it. Any air lines used to supply air for respiratory equip ment must have proper filter. C. Where metallizing work Is being performed inside/a hood or proper ventilating and dust collecting system must be provided at the machine te prevent release of dusts in ths area. When working outside, respiratory equipment should be worn and other precautions taken to avoid unnecessary exposures. Ol'EKATJON OP VALVES AND ltliLATlIO SAFETY' A1TLIANC12S (Includes Governors, Uclicf Valves. Ovcrspccd Trips, instrument VaIvcs, Valves in f Operating Equipment) I. SAFETY AITLIANCES Safety appliances such as governors, pop vnl ves, vents, overspeed trips, etc., arc provided for the safety of personnel and equipment, and no one but authorized employees may make any adjustments to Die settings. Each department will determine the employees who will hare tin's responsibility according to their conditions nmi requirement*. A. When *u<-| i'inl|nuo>it Is nut functioning properly, It is advisable, where ptnclicnl, to shut down the piece of equipment in Question until proper repairs or adjustments enn be mnde When equipment must bo operated with coventors or overspoed trips blocked out, it is imperative that a moil bo stationed nt tho thiottlc constantly, with specific instructions that under no circum stances is ho to leave Ids post without proper relief by o person who has been thoroughly in structed os to his duties In connection with this special nssigiimonL D. Except in emergencies, no such equipment should be blocked out without specific approval of the department manager or his assistant. A record must Lo nmdo on the operating log sheets noting what equipment has been blocked out and the reason for so doing. C. With the exception of emergencies, n pop or pressure relief valve setting is not to be changed, or the black valve under the pop volva closed on anv equipment, while the unit is in operation, without specific approval of the de- 43 l.JI* y*- IffXv'iwjk*f""j1 * " CcMn co !:;? . ii Yv.',1 / .V <L-.< . ' t>-. ' "i - ' i '``./vU \ V *' . / "A1 V A * V'J. v.'j ' '.J A B S -0 0 2 6 4 S r:y ' *;! wjtf-MiV: ' V.m ''W^^./i^:,.':^:: ;!i ailsgti!.`Si i\ytk vi;|; fp ~'y"/.'!lJ,'` ^ r.\ Oo V'-j-?. / /";-1 j n ..VV/irtUi^^av-r/TJ-i a- !`Wi>*VVi*V^^v ' 11 ':' V;'*!j-d(.;'/..'ii,(i-,';, .,f * ':%'in3<^;.^'^F'.|: r*J A'. ii . V..'<;.`.v,'>-;v ; r if, OI'ISllATXON OF VALVES AND RELATED SAFETY APPLIANCES -Continued parlment monogcr or his assistant, -who will >n turn notify the respective Assistant Superin tendent. It must also be recorded on tho log sheets at any time such action is taken. D. Pressure relief of vessels operating at atmospheric pressure is sometimes attained by the use of vent lines. Block valves in safety relief lines or in lines connecting o pop valve to a pressure vessel should be locked open or seeled, end no blinds should bo placed In them while the vessel Is in service. These instructions nro not intended to chongo tho method of setting pop valros on boil ers or boiler equipment nl tho pewor plant before placing a Lollor on tho lino. II. Volvcs In Operating Equipment - Valves in operating linos or equipment norm ally should be opened or closed by operating per sonnel only. However, becouso of size, location, or other practical reasons there may bo instances where the assistance of others is needed. When outside personnel are designated to operate valves, tho work should proceed under the direct Instruc tion of or, preferably, in the presence of the oyeratlng supervisor or the individual operator or the unit. For example, instrumentmen may ot times be required to manipulate valves, either to take instruments out of service or to place them in operation: other perBonne) may have to operate valves while drawing special samples; or the operator needs physical assistance in mani pulating a valve. It should be emphasized that responsibility romoins entirely with the operating personnel and others should not change valve settings with out the specific knowledge of the operator. 44 runji'S, coMi'Kisssous. machinery 1. AH connections for hose or bleeders on nil lines must be pointed downward. All lioso-olf connections should be properly grounded to dis charge static. Draining or bleeding of equipment and lines ehotfld be done carefully to avoid release of chemicals, vapors or liet liquids in hazardous concentrations. Do not release fJnummblc mater ial where it will come in contact will) hot surfaces or oilier sources of Ignition. Vnlvcs on lines or equipment must be opened or dosed by or under direct supervision of tho operating department personnel. All lines wherever prnctico! should be labelled to denote setviec. 2. Proper guards must be provided to protect employees from expesuro to moving pints of pumps, compressors, anil other nineliiticrv. mploycc* should bo careful U> kriq* body clror of such equipment nt nil times. Whni nccov.miy lo operntu equipment without gnrudv cxtivmu coro must bu taken by tha employee. 3. Dcfoio maintenance work is started on pumps or compressors they must be prepared and tagged according to tho "Permit and Warning Tag" section of these regulations. (Page 12) 4. When working on pumps or compicssois the usual safety work pcimit should be obtained according to present practices, ami workmen should wenr proper protective apparel. Generally speaking, equipment should not be purged with nil- (seo Pago 22, paragraph 8). Craftsmen will be responsible for the observance of the necessary safety precautions while on the job. 6. Pump packing mid minor rcpniis where equipment is not opened may bo completed with out blinding, hut bleeders must be open and equipment dinined. If conditions nro enfo and proper permission obtained from the operating department, packing glands and connections may be tightened while equipment is In operation. 46 co o cO CO 1; f c i. ,i 'CyY,^ .^ay^v V*vr.`irPvv,v,', f'-r: . - . }-.;, V-i*' - ^A'/i-vv' *'-. if-Vi ........ .. -.......................... ... .......................... t-te'Sv^v*V.*-1`5 v.-*` !? ft '*;/**. r.1 -i. . vT-'-Yr . '4 V^yp-Tiv.'.' i,1! - RUMPS, COMPRESSORS, MACHINERY . (Continued) 6. 13d sure ol! a team chests, steam turbines, etc., ara drained of condensate before starting. 7. Do not attempt to pat,, or kick, belts on, or off, running machinery. 8. Do not set in motion any machinery until you are sure that no one is in a position to be injured, 8. Drains or bleeders that may discharge flammable products to the atmosphere and which are blocked with a mire should also be plugged, unless the plug would Intorfcre with the neces sary frequent use of the valve. AUTOMOTIVE 1. When hand cranking any automotive equip ment, Imva genxa in neutrnl and grasp tho ciank with the thumb parallel with the lingers, not hooked around the crank. If possible, crank in half turns only. 1 2. Do not ride on running boards of automo tive equipment. Always be scaled when vehicle is in motion and do not Jet arms or legs or other parts of the body extend over the outside edges of the vehicle. Wait for the drivel's 01C before getting out of the vehicle. 3. Drivers of nutomobiks. tuicks, nml tractors must Keep to the right-hand side of the road, drive at a an fa into of speed, nml sound the lioin befoio pnesing olhci vobklcs ui nctlcalrinn*. 4. It is the iCH|iiMislhIIty of the driver to xoo thnt Junker )ij;lit*, wiiuhlmhl wiper. mill horn arc In good oticuiltng comhliun on tho vehicle being driven. 5. As n iirctcction to employees workinr in Uie gnrrtgo or shops building, cars must fiiat stop and couud the horn bcfoia entering. C. Truck drivers must not unload passengers inside tho parking ntens at tho garage. 7. When n truck Is being loaded with n ernne or mechanical loruter, employees should dismount from tho truck body nnd iiiovq to A snfc dislmicc so as to avoid injury by mntcrinl being lomlcd. 8. Dry ice (sohrl carbon dioxide} must not be transported hi a closed vehicle. Tho gas evolved may mnko brcnlhing difficult or impossible. 8. Whero it is necesanry to enriy gnsollno to n crane, compressor, etc., till approved container must be used. Under all conditions motors must be stopped when filling gas tanks of automotive equipment. <7> CO 3 I b: 'R ' ti v:.Ap i E#ip>: r: p-Vr `rV^iV* "/>. i' vvN f.V wmm. v-i: ^SS-00284 V r t'.) ' i ,r ! iV li:i , :'f:v i- Tl T| r.VV:til * \ S v-i * * i,i- ' i'jwv.^v*'t;/*/,*.!;*;;!,./.":*i. 1-! AUTOMOTIVE (Continued) 10. )f gasoline is spilled while filling a tank, the tnnk must bo wipod dry, the ore* thoroughly flushed with wolci or the car or truck pushed frvf enough away from tho opillcd gasoline to prevent ignition when storting the motor. 11. Protective caps should be cn oil gos cylin ders while being transported, except when in proper receptacles auch as on welding trucks. 12. Do not drop ges cylinders from vehicles or platforms and do not carry them on booms of trucks or tractors. All cylinders must bo securely tied down when being hauled. 13. A Mil flag, as a warning signal, should bo hung near tho end of any lonil that oxtonds hoyond the sides, front or rcur of a truck, traitor or traetor. 14. "When loading, -unloading, or handling material: A. Start unloading from tho top of the load, D. Watch your footing. C. Arronge material In orderly pilca. D. Keep hands, feet, and rest of body in tho clear. E. Observe close teamwork when handling equipment and be sure to let the other man know in advance what you are going to do. 16, When preparing to more material- with hoisting equipment, always make tho cable tie your last operation. This will prevent hasty move ment oi the material In ease the hoisting equip ment controls should bo accidentally moved. AUTOMOTIVE (Continued) 1C- Whenever winch or hoisting equipment is in operation, n workman must be nt the cm*tiols. This applies olso when the cable is tied to material. 17, In^vent that it is accessory for a workntnn to hold a tight winch line during winding operations, In the absence of a land, the mnti holding tho line should never allow his hands to be closer than five (6) feet from tho winch. IS. Car$ should bo taken when handling cnble that the operator does not have loose clothing which could be caught and pulled into the winch. JD. Wnthmrn mny work off mine hoonis indy when iicrmissinn is nhlnntnl from tho Snfnty L)v|*nrtmont. Crnuc Ixmine imiH stuy ten fn*t from hot clcctrlr:d wires unless ni>i>rnvei] by the Safety PcptU'lincnt mid iirvpcr prvU'Ction of elec trical equipment provided. 20. Poik lifts should not move fjom placo to placo with n rained load, Have load near gjound for such movements to avoid making tho fork lift top-heavy. 21. Passengers should not ride on fork lifts nor should they riilo on loads which mo being ruined or lowered. Safety Dcpnitment npprovrd must be secured for deviation from these regu lations. 22. In addition to the use of chnin blocks or jnclis for suspending cars, block must also be f loccd under the axle whde mechanics are workng under a car, truck, etc. to CT> CO CO K ! 3x 1 A B S -002843 --- 11 - *\ 1 ; . V* } ' . I . I'.' . ` I . ' h- *' 'v. ?, , * * . r v- ''* 7\ \ j.y WWV* V.'l-S'r- '< ?! 'i ! *'*, ' A * ** e c J-*-- -..^V r*i .>? ?'!',1* y' '/ jV *7 ^ -T:"LV V" *7'y\.' ; - -V-.t?.:*.':**. v v...- 'y --4- 'v i;u`n-'.* t* | i'-r-T..':.. K;; - v: :y, - <- n-.-. - ./V v;-;. y . v^. ^ , ; ,. , ''A*- V' *> I .y y \: ;'! v>: -7 V' *'* :V';-Vpr! V i-- `.|i ;. ,v : vW^`>`'| * X';.", N..%5 `4 .j.TJyVv *r- ttlgiill RAILROADS 1. Except for special purposes, only locomo tive operator* and twitch cttwa avt ponnltUd to ride in or on locomotives and railroad cars. 2. The supervisor, or one whom he designates, shall always place biuo flags in the daytime and blue lights at night, and aet derails between tho spur switch and the first cor on the spur when workmen aro working on or inside cars (repair ing, cleaning, loading, unloading, etc. ' 3. Trainmen should never movo blue flags, blue lights, and derails. These should only be moved by the foreman In chargo of work being dona or Ati employee given Litis specific respon sibility. 4. Whoro possible, a elenr dlatnnco of 100 foot should bo muintohiod At nil timos on closed side of blue flngs, lights, nml derails, ixnd three rail road car lengths ticc.rfi.nco should bo maintained at all railroad crossings. 5. A flog, lamp, flare, hat,' or nny object swung across the track or waved violently signi fies danger and is a signal to stop. G. All engines and trolns must display hood end tail lights at night and at other times when conditions warrant. When ears are being pushed ahead of an engine at night, n trainman must be on tho head cml wit!) light displayed. 7. Alt trainmen must carry an approved elec tric lantern at night, and at other times when conditions warrant, whllo in tho performance of their duties, 8. No movement of locomotives or Cnta shall take lace In the refinery without a rider station ed on the first car, except on the tracks assigned to classification work. 50 HA1LHOADS (Conlimicil) 0. Switch engines must use necessary cover cars to keep clear of hainnlous men and for protection when moving tank cars under haaiudous condition*, 10. Engine* should not move into or past n loading rack without the consent of the loading rack foreman. 11. Flying switches aro not permitted in the refinery. 12. Trainmen and switchmen should fmndinr170 thamielvcs with the places around the plant where thcro nrc close clcnrnneca, nml always he on the lookout foreign* rrmllng, "UANCJKII, NOT KNOUtill CMSAllANOS lrOlt MAN UN SIDE OK CAlt". 13. Train ciow* photihl nhvnys be mi tho look out for dafccti in cars, truck*, mid ether equip ment and report to tho refinery nuthoniies. 14. Any damage to cars, ic/inery trackage, gates, or plant equipment must he reported im mediately to tho loading rack foreman, who will, in turn, notify the venous departments interested 15. Trainmen must not go between cars to make n coupling unless it is necessary nml can be dona safely, 1C- Trainmen should never kick coupling knuckles open with their fceL 17. Stepping on the front of engines or trains from the middle of the trnckn is prohibited. When necessary to mount cars or engine in motion, stand outside of rail. 18. In addition to the ringing of the bell, the whistle must be blown whenever such signal is necessary to warn pedestrians and/or vehicles. .ai- is wirtr-i iv ^ v. JVrS&fel trV'**'* v." 0M '* V 'rK\y-r- ,vi-; ; : -:i< H U T -1 1 3 3 9 6 j. -/.'>>-  ?. \v ji -- - '.w .. *vto?-r<W ' .1. J1 / f^-l V-*- ''i* : -.f-; : i Xiv&$tfa$,i% i: :v-..-1 i'f1: m%$0 .'./ .yx: <. ; r.jM `t-. %*'&$*> . * v'-v ''* ; * * RAILROADS (Continued) 19. Main crossings or passageways must not bo blocked by cars or engines. Trainmen oro rosponsiblo for sefoty nt railroad crossings. When it is necessary to placo can or engine nonr such crossings or nnssagoways, trainmen must see that there is ample clearance for traffic. 20. Do not walk on railroad tracks if it con be avoided. ./ 21. Switching crews are subject to the proper orders of the company employees in clmrga of the loading rack in the moving of engines ami cars from placo to place within the refinery. 22. All tiainmon, whilo within refinery yards, nro subject lu all safety rules nnd practices gov. ornipg Shell employees. 2.1. Track repairmen must wear goggles when cutting rolls, bolts, or nuts. 24. Track laborers arc cautioned to stand back far enough from passing cars to' avoid being struck by objects sticking out or falling off. 2$. Rail tongs must bo used in handling i&ils whenever possible. Tio hooks must nlvrays be used in carrying tho tics. 26. Track repairmen, If they have occasion to throw switches, must always Fins them back as they wero found. 27. Switch engines, both steam nnd automotive type, should have approved spark arrestor# on stacks or exhaust pipes to prevent possible igni tion of go# which may be present in.the atmos phere. ULGCTRICAT. I. lMlOCEDUHLS A. Electric light globes may be thonged by anyone, providing Louis me not required, but fluorescent (light tubes must he dimmed by the electric emit. Old fluorcsccmt light tubes must bo broken nnd disposed of by the electric ernfu Cmo should bo exercised to avoid cuts from gins* frag ments, end disposal should be In an area where other people ais unlikely to come in contact with the broken pieces. B. Proper precautions must ho taken to avoid exposure of the body to creosote bums, flash burns, or electric shock. C. If anyone should emne in contact with "live" wlro* or cnMm, ami ho unnhlo to release liU on tho wires, do not attempt to pull him off with Imre hnuds. Shut off tho cuncul, if pcssiblo, nml protect the hands with rubber gloves; or If they mo not available, uso thick folds of cloth to cwm tho hands, beforo attempt ing to release the victim. If the wires mo lying directly on top of the victim, uso a dry stick to remove them. D. Standard practice is to work on clcctticnl coulnmcnt when the circuits me "deoil"; however, when It is absolutely necessary to work on or nenr "livo'' equipment. every iiiccaution must bo taken to protect tho body from contact# by cov ering with suitable insulating material other "live" lines or equipment adjacent to th jobsite. E. When necessary to work on "live" electrical equipment, an assistant should ho available to render aid in caso of on emergency. F. When piking pole, support pike at shoulder, not at waist. G. hi opening box-typo or other cutouts, shield the eyes from tho flesh. In opening cutouts of CO <. , u , ti S . ; . i r- :V.' i'' . -r y,..< A ^ iv!:: T4'f- .-n :V`! ?:r. .. v. ,* ^ :; ::-v h UT-113397 HUT-113398 l'\- " 7.: >,. - . .. - :' v.y. yvV^r/dVi .. ,, . T. .'.* V-' ^ y' .H ELECTRICAL (Continued) any knindo, wear ruboboer gg]loves. A disconnecting Pols should ba used on huigj h volumes. H. Us* a "Hot Stick" to open air gaps oil electrical equipment, I. Only persons designated by th* electric foreman aha)l have authority to connect or dis connect the transformer* used in eleetrlc welding. J. I! a motor Is to be shut down for work on the motor, electric circuit, or the driven eqoip. menL, the procedure described under "Warning Tags" must be followed. X. Rule* for safety grounding: 1. The neutral wlro of 110*220 volt 3-ivlro ser vices -must lio groimdod at transformer, first service switch, and cablnot, %. Grounding must be in nccoriianco with liro underwriters' rules. 3. Frame* of all electric machines must be grounded. i. All serviee switch boxes, motors, and conduit systems must be grounded. L. Electricians, linemen, and their helpers must not wear moio! protective hats. Composition huts arc used by this croft. II. FUSES A. Never bridge a fuse with wire. D. See that all fuses ar* enclosed, that fuse boxes are kept shut. C. All fuBQd must be put in and placed by nn electrician, except that instrument men and garage mechanics may remove and install fuses when working on their respective equipment. 54 EHiCTltlCAL, (Continued) D Only fiber or insulated fuso pullers limy be used in removing fuses. III. TOOLS A. Tho handies of nil electric tools must be properly fnyuloLed to assist m preventing short circuits across them. B. Crnttsmen are responsible fer maintaining their safety belts, gloves, rubber covered material, insulated tool handies, and all other equipment in good condition st nil times, C. Extension cords must not bo lied on mclnj rods or noils, nor allowed to come in contact with water or oil. Itublcr insulated cords only must bo uncd, IV. EQUIPMENT A. Dc/ccllvc electrical ciui{>mct aUonlil l>o reported Immediately. Where possible the power should La cut off to prevent exposure to other*. B. Opcn'tvpe electrical equipment should never bo used or located where flammable mater ials may be present without approval of tho Safety Department. C. All switchboards or electric rooms must be free of obstacles nnd should not bo used fur storngt of materials. D. All livo face lighting nml power cabinets must be kept closed nt all times. E. High voltage signs must be placed on ail high voltage equipment F. All underground electric cable or conduit must be covered with pink-colored conerote. G. Supervisors or Operators hi charge should uso discretion and judgment in determining when it Is necessary to call an electrician to handle electrical equipment. 6fr r:^p*T-;vrv"~ ^r~: i i eg < ,/.v y[i: vf f ^ 'v,V'2 L- '-i ,-V v,.v>5y.ji.Vj-v -/ * / * - `s v~\ ^ v;7;r- r >j*01*, v />-pj ' x - *' 'J HUT-113399 v-sy , jy._' -'a; . ; t&YAXiF&Jb&ft yfewsMsc* .v.fsPv*' .sy.^yp'd^'lsV'-V ' y PIPE 1. Flange spreader* are ovoilnblo in the tool room and pipefitters must uso them, whan do** fiible, instead of wedfrea lor opening flang* joints. Use of spreaders facilitates tlo work and elimin ates two definite -hasurds: a. Ignition of vapors or liquids by sparks created by the hammer striking tito wedge. b. Injury to personnel by a wedge flying through tha air because of a misdirected hammer blow. On jobs whoro it is necessary to uao o wedge, tlio hazard niny bo reducod by drilling n J*oIq oii tho wedge so that is may bo secured with wire to a bpU Oil Uto flnngo. 2- Before assembling pipelines and connections tho pipefitter must be positive that the lines are absolutely free of foreign materials, such as dirt, rocks, sticks, ote. 3. Pipelines should not bo Installed above ground suth a manner that they will present a stumbling hazard. If ceeesaary to make such installations over rends, walkways, or other pass* age areas, they should be covered with gradually sloping ramps of wood, mctoJ, or earth. 4, 'Wood Inserts must be used when handling and slacking pipe to avoid possibility of pinch ing the hand*. WELDING I. CllNliltAL A, When welding or burning in rm operating am, eonflitlorntlon will bo Riven to provision of on operator or ganger to stand-by on tlio job. This man .will watch for emergency eomhlio/is which might arise, and prevent other operators from bleeding lines mid drawing samples, ote. Alter tlio Safety mid Operating Departments have readied a joint decision, the former will advise, on their Fire and Safety Permits, when this practice is necessary. B When welders are working off swinging scaffolds |u tanks or vessels, th< cables or iepes must be covered to protect them from burns Lom welding opera Lions. C. Welders nntsl plug tin >r *.rs whrn lining overhead welding, pnrlimliM ly in brfl holes, In provent hot flux ur scalo from falling into llio car passage, I). All nearby sources of flammable rases mul material, such ns bleeders, sewers, leaking valves, etc., should be .scaled or closed In prevent leak age while welding or burning. Sewer closures should be opened when hot work is completed or stepped for a period longer than sixteen horns E. When it is necessary to do welding on dosed pipelines or equipment, tho following regu lations should bo followed.' 1. The metal must be of sufficient thickness to support welding. 2. Lines or equipment should bo full of gas or liquid. 3. Pressuro or vacuum should bo enunlized with atmospheric or as near thereto as praetinlile, and Safely, Operating, and Engineer ing Departments should jointly agree that it is safe to proceed. CO 111 r;-" S-s.n',. ;; VP.P^.':. ' 'll ' 'v/,jy* \ '*'', -.f.'Tj 1 V.' 1 ''a:?"' : r I : >:;AM 13M `frw' __ ,,, wrn&Mi|i WELDING (Continued) 4. 'Where lines or equipment are Xu]] and at atmospheric or liquid head pressure, a vent should he opened to the atmosphere tit n safe distance, or to a tank or vessel in which the liquid level is abovo the height oX the lino. F. Aitor a lino Is open, welding may lie dono under the following conditions: 1. Both openings should be mudded off with ot least ten inches o mud. The weld should be at least four inches from the mud pack. A mechanical seal may also be used. 2. The section of line should l>o blinded or Isolated fit both ends. Vents should bo pro* vided at the location oi the blinds or nt a snfo tUnttwico <rom the weld in & lucnlloh botivoou the )nud pucka Mid Uio blinding apoLs. 3. Whoro possiblo tlie line should bo washed ond purged free oJf flammoblo gas and materials. II. ELCCTH1C WELDING A. Electric weldors nnd helpers slisll wear welding shields. In addition, the welder shall ice that the welding area is shielded to protect tho eyes of other w&rkmcnt in the vicinity. B. The 440-volt "hot'' lead to on electric weld ing machine must be kept as short as possible. If electric welding is to ba done a considerable distmiea from tho power source, this distanco must be mads up with th electrode lead rather than the high voltage lead. C- Where It is necessary for the 440-voll lead to reach quite a distance, it must ba hung on poles rather than placed along the ground. WELDING (Coiilinuci!) D. Only peisons designated by tho electrical deportment shall hovo authority to connect or disconnect lh<\ Lrftuaformcrs. This cuuipincnt limit not bo allowed to lcmoin alive overnight, or for fany extended pciiod duiing llio day when not in use. E. Daily inspections must be made on nil elec tric welding coble; all bare wires or connections should b taped or repaired. F. When electiic welding off metal staging which is suspended by a cable, always ground the stage to prevent travel of c(cellic current tliiough the cable. 111. GAS WKUUNU A. Oxygen imtl acctyliuo valves must bo closed when changing torches nt ends of tubing Never pinch the hose while doing this walk, B. Oxygon and acetylene bottles must not be Placed under fractionating apparatus, as oil spills might come in contact with Lire bottle valves and cause o serious explosion. C. When gas welding is being done In tanks, keep tho gas cylinders and ns much of the hose ns possible outsiuO of the tank, so as to minimize Ilia possibility cl an accumulation of explosive gas in tho tank. D. Keep valves, gauges nml all other fittings flee from grense, nnd do not handle with greasy hands or gloves. Do not nLtouipt to lubricate any of these valves or fittings. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a acnous explosion. E. Cylinders must not Le exposed to excessive heat, as bent expands tho gns and increases the pressure in the cylinder. O so co eg O z> o X i Pfe,.-- '.V '; s L-v-'u.'d'*-',;; ' i ; < #V'-` mr WELDING (Continued) F. Valves on occtylenc cylinders most be kept dosed when not in use or when empty. 'Explosions and loss of lives have resulted from leaving these valves o^en. C. Do not use cylinders as n work bench. In stances have occurred where the workman, for getting the work rested upon a cylinder, cut through the cylinder. H. Do not use cylinders as rollers. I. Handle cylinders carefully. Rough handling may cause Lhein to explode or to leak, with con sequent danger of a firo or an explosion. J. Dcfcctivo hose, regulators, gnugoe, or val ves must b brought to tha shop at once for repoir or roplaconicnt. JC. At intervals, n fow inches of tho hoso next to the torch must be cut off, and reattached to provent leakage of the part that is subjected to the hardest use. h. -Should tho oxygen hose catch lire, never attempt to extinguish it by pinching the hose. Close tho valve at the cylinder. M. 'When starting vp. or when connecting a hose to a fresh cylinder, allow gos to flow through tho hose for a few seconds to Insure pure gas reaching the torch. N. Gas welders and welder helpers shall wear goggles with shaded lense at all timas while weld ing or cutting. Before ony acetylene cutting may be done . line, it must be blinded or completely iso- CD S i- 7 i m x CO Noo ["MSI 9 ...\ii- pHSStp- : .V,VA. -j'r'rV:-. ,'v i" l - -.W 'l 'j-"; * ><$'&:-. j.VV- *'T tri , y v-k- it ; /rJl: SHELL DPMC 2435 HUT-113402 nW < i^sn HUT-113365