Brownfields Remediation

Brief Overview

Examples of Course Topics

Standards Toxicology Chemistry Respiratory

Protection PPE Decon Monitoring

Sampling Confined Space Hazard Recognition Excavations Safe Work Practices Site Control Medical Surveillance

Hazardous Material Legislation

EPA defines hazardous waste as “a hazardous substance that has no commercial value”

Factors Affecting Human Response to Chemical Exposure

Toxic substances Route of exposure Chemical dose Individual sensitivity Interaction with other chemicals

Chemical Awareness

Hazardous substances are used in business and industry. A basic knowledge of the following is required by OSHA: Chemical hazard classes Chemical terms Basic chemical hazard awareness

Site-Specific HASP

For safety of workers protective methods must be identified

A model can be utilized to help recognize hazards involved in each task performed at the waste site Job Safety Analysis - Task specific

Other Site Hazards

Heavy equipment PPE Power tools Lifting and moving

drums/containers Slips, trips, falls Excavation hazards

General Requirements 29 CFR 1910.132

PPE must be provided, used, and maintained. PPE must be adequate. All PPE must be of safe design and

construction. Employer must assess the workplace to

determine hazards. Damaged or defective equipment must not be

used. Employers must provide training.

Prior to Entering a Confined Space

All personnel have been trained

Proper permit has been issued

Appropriate PPE is in place and utilized

OSHA’s procedures are in effect

Safe Work Practices

Openings Stairs Ladders Scaffolds

Tools and Heavy Equipment

Proper maintenance Regular inspection Safe work procedures