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a s g Vicinity Map Area ZJOIIIII N Case: Z-7785 Location: 5400 Scott Hamilton Road W+E S Ward: 2 PD: 13 CT: 20.02 0 100200 400 Feet TRS: T1NR12W20 250.0' Scott Hamilton Drive New Fence 50' Building Setback Line TRS 1 N1 2W20 Conditional Use Permit CT 20.02 PD 13 Z-7785 WARD 2 5400 Scott Hamilton Drive !NORTH Et City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 or 371-6863 MDS of Tennessee 1221 6t" Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208 Date: April 29, 2005 Dear Sirs: Case No. Z-7785 Location: 5400 Scott Hamilton Planning Zoning and Subdivision This is to advise you that in connection with your application for a conditional use permit, the Planning Commission at its meeting on April 28, 2005, X Withdrew the application. Approved your application as submitted. Denied your application as submitted. Deferred action to the Approved your application with the following conditions: If you have any questions, please call me at 371-6817. Sincerely, Dana Carney, Zoning and Sint cion Ma. Department of Planning and Development DC/aa Meeting. City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development Planning 723 West Markham Street Zoning and Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Subdivision (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 or 371-6863 MDS of Tennessee 1221 6`' Avenue, N _ Nashville, TN 37208 Date: February 4, 2005 Dear Sirs: Case No. Z-7785 Location: 5400 Scott Hamilton This is to advise you that in connection with your application for a conditional use permit, the Planning Commission at its meeting on February 3, 2005, Approved your application as submitted. Denied your application as submitted. X Deferred action to the March 3, 2005 Meeting. Approved your application with the following conditions: If you have any questions, please call me at 371-6817. Sincerely, Dana Carney, Zoning:Wu- �division Manager Department of Planning and Development DC/aa tst City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 or 371.6863 MDS Tennessee 1221 6`h Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208 Date: March 4.2005 Dear Sirs: Case No. Z-7785 Location: 5400 .Scott Hamilton Planning Zoning and Subdivision This is to advise you that in connection with your application for a conditional use permit, the Planning Commission at its meeting on March 3, 2005, Approved your application as submitted. Denied your application as submitted. Deferred action to the March 17, 2005 Meeting. Approved your application with the following conditions: If you have any questions, please call me at 371-6817. Sincerely, Dana Carney, Zoning and bdiv ion Manager Department of Planning and Development DC/aa ts Citv of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 or 371-6863 MDS of Tennessee 1221 6"' Avenue, North _ Nashville TN 37208 Date: March 18 2005 Dear Sirs: Case No. Z-7785 Location: 5400 Scott Hamilton Planning Zoning and Subdivision This is to advise you that in connection with your application for a conditional use permit, the Planning Commission at its meeting on March 17, 2005, Approved your application as submitted. Denied your application as submitted. X Deferred action to the April 28, 2005 Meeting. Approved your application with the following conditions: If you have any questions, please call me at 371-6817. Sincerely, Dana Carney, Zoning and Sub�z Manager Department of Planning and Development DC/aa G1 - STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES 1.0 8119medlad Waste Autocfave tursvmaty BiomedWl waste is decontaminated by steam treatment In autoclave fonts. Histotit r; autodavin9 of steam steritizstim has been a safe and effecive mebW of blonvedical waste treatownt. By autodauing biomedical waste, the vie is madered nun -infections and made suftable for landfill disposal. Biomedical waste treatrrterrt is accomplished by steaari exposure for a sufficient temperature. pressure, and berth period. MDS man€tors the sterilization pefarmance by placing Saufius sleara iemmphilus pares into the center of a challenged waste load at feast once every 40 operational [Yours In each autvolave. After autcclaving, the spores are incubated and monitored for rrnicrobiological growth p.a. no -growth irsdicates that effective waste treatment has-been achieved). The MDS autoclave systern is equipped with a prograr m o4le controller that continuously monitnrs temperature and pressure. Temperature and pressure sensors provide tate programmable certtevller tame contirwous dale raffecting the emrirariment w#Nn the autoclave. The plant operators dna not haw suthnr€aed a=ess to flee programmable controller. Waste handling and atdvdave treatment prvicedum are turttrer described 10 the foliowino. 4.t Binrned1cal Waste Storage and Handling MDS transports all biomedita[ waste in property J"r, sed and operated vehicles MDS drivers are property licensed and trained to provide safe; affieient, and coa tecus pickup and transport of the biomedical waste in a=tdance with local slate, and federal regulations. Biomedical waste is stared within desigrtalled work aW stdrage arM These areas are constructed with a smooth, Impermeable surface drat is ens€ly maintained in a sanitary corndMon to prevent vermin, harboring of Insects, and cbjeetionable odors o"111% In accordance with state regulations, Unattended roll -cuffs, trailers. or route trucks slo3 ng medical waste on-site are secured and torted. Biomedical waste will not be stored for a period greater than that allauved by state regulations. N11ro. will maintain: records for biomedical Waste received and treated at the faMly for a mint€mum period of three years, in accord2nce with state regulations. Bloilned[cal waste handling talc" place vAlhin ft ftWS Waaste proMWjng and work areas. Chemotherapy and pathological waw may not be treated by steam autoiave. In the event that such waste is ent ouritered, such waste is segregated and Ilmsported to a permitted treatment facility. MDS loads biomediml-waste into a,tochwe b7m utat aro approxirYmatety Six feat lo€j fatty feet wide, and four feed deep. These loaded bins are trarmtrred by farlctitt_ The sequences of unloading and loading of waste bins are turther described in Stere 20. All personnel manually and directly handling b€omedical waste mast wear irrmperrmable gloves and protective clothing to help prevent a=dent exposure in according with state regulations. All reusable waste MVafrY "are ftinfecied eMw by tairetltical disinfectant or by hot waterlsteam expasuM In accordance wish state riegttfftrs. 2..0 Steam At t clave Summary MDS will treat medical wasfe tftratlgh stent sterEzatirus in ap auWafaw so that the waste sari sat'ety be deposited in permitted WFd waste tarufflilS. !rt acoordarsce witty the state m9ulattatrs, the btmt tal wam is subjected to pmsutm d saWnad steam that Qe'fvers "mermaf treairniml re+gUeO for effete tle=1amtn8ftft rend" ft Waste non4nfediaus and sail ftxr dispmsO at h saftiy 1a:r00L The autoclave 6ffnpi raWw and preset are vondniuou&V mankom t and Fe=ded dmtV the entire fsrsgth of each autu lave qfe for assuranCe tisat Me pOW Operathig tlamperaffm has been actAmfed. [� irddtti0rr, bfatl7glca#irtdlCat4rS aPB Elfiit2Bd perms for guafity canba The System p►caawes c ontr+nt a oarda arrd generated kebrmatk a 4hft i rrg tip environment (time, pwstrre, and temp&vsme) afev" Wd prOr4ssecL aacM4 ,0t 9rothe rmephhis spores are pleced In ft center ofammste, bad 0 fust ance emy 0 operational hotn in each autWave- Aquaiiiy co0M kV =rding M b1obSkal indicator results is rrtahntained curreNattim fadfify. Tlw wft"ia��swe date charts and the quality aan'8ro1 tags: PMVWe"staff %M emertiial tnrormoftn that establishes reasartsbis a&sucaltce at effectiva bkm*dJ=ai waste treabnent In a=rdaime with biome dkW waste treatment reguftom Z.? A 8kff ed1GW waste-, any aoW or liquid w tehCh nmo mogm *4hfm#jnfmonqn hermar,* lndsrdmg AGO-rsquid tiTmm. body paft bfttk bread p: ckwts� a4 bt y tiurds boht thorns acrd olwprimahes; iammic oV and ve4a nary wastes which eOnWn frttmmn disease-wuslatg agmts; and d&=ded sharpn. The ialtaw;r g ate also inoludet 1. USK abscrbent meWab sakdarled with biood, bbod Pmducts. bard Ruicis. or ewaeftns or swetims Cmtarriirtaecl WM vr5d)le blood: and absorbeM lard sa hffaW va€ttx band or bt[id products wh[Ot tMVe driest. ii. Nwc -absorbent disposable domes "haw beer[ CatttafMrr&dwfth blood body Aubds, or secse' ws or eXOMOMS VfSittjCCri#8mW2W m -ft blood that have nd bort beau by an approved tr€aibad. Bkw0glew irt&atar KSMV ampule cturWming Swfts s*UwnlasmtapN1u4 or aqurvalent, ptatW In the approximam center of the load at [asst ani a "4th DPW -aft' at hours in e=h atrmc WO tm[L The amprdes are retrieved ftm tl* subiwed load am InmfttW and amminect for wcDW dwge ut�llcatiug strfitciertt ternperahwe, pTessumr. amid tuna to kW Bec$us gbl#MMWMptrRJ& rnernmccw0a{RTO, device ted to mmum tempeMre In the aukxlc e� The themmcttuplelRTD fs attached to a re=tMng device 06-A COAtbWMWY fecon#s the ternperatvre Wtlrlrr the autodave Definttlons B. C. 2.2 81omadteal Waste Tmahnent Ffacedums The shift wperve w tW review dalty eutacLive pn)dvcfl*n clog 11stma=arwyand intggtity. The retards shall be nwkwtaksed at the %day fora minlmumof 3 yearn, The Wowing stem dune idle PADS pnneftms for Wermer of tura ova for at kW arta cele: b. Place liner in empty etrtaclave bice. 1. No tlner is mquked wtitn treating rite oatg b. Fully food biomedical vmsW kft euhxjave b�n. C- Travis% loaded wig bins s'rft vutod&ve smut d. fbs0 auWetm a dtt mrd activate dw lack hyftuft system wd autajmm doorisft* befaad. f;rfgage machankal safe#y S. Activate Start autDclave process Cycle. f. After completion of process cycta verify that pressure is at or below ipsig. g. Qiswgage mechanical safety arra and confirm no pressure release on ball from. h. Activate door unlock hydraulic system until autoclave is irrliy unlocked. €. Completely Open Butodave door. Must be in, fully open posititnt j. Transfer waste bin to the corrnpactor and dump the treated bin rteftid waw into the solid crate compactor. k. - Transport full solid waste orprnpactors to permitted final d4Vosal sten (landf if or incinerator). 2.$ EsreeMency Shutdown Procedure The auftclave operators have the capability to command an emergency shutdown of the ►+caste treatment process at any Um IF a sMem pmbtem develops, then tete operator carr immed€ateiy strut down the cycle by activating the cycle stop on the central panel. taste that Inas experienced an Emergency Shutdown/Abort roust be re-oubjected to another wasfe Ireatmerrt mete - If any autoclave operatories an emergermy shutdown, the operatot roust notify the supervisor. The supervisor shall conduct Immediate Inspecilon and determine the cause of the prubtern and determine carreeltve action to be undertaken, The supervisor shaft require that all biomedical wasW that experiences an Emergency ShuWown be M -Subjected to a complete audoctave prece5s cycle. 3.0 Quality Assurance Summary Each autoclave chit is evaluated for effectiveness with spares of Bacchus stearofhe,mophflds� or equivalent, at feast Once every 40 houm of operation in accordance with state requWons.. A Bac►lias steamthErmophilus ampule (biological indicator) strafe he pfaced into the center of one waste bite loaded into each autoclave. The results of the bialagieal test shaU be recorded and maintained in written togs at the facifty far a period of at least three years and are made readily available for inspection by authorized personnel_ 3.1 Biological Mortftcrting Procedure a. Marie the'Challerrge" biological ampUie tAr h date, time. wd autoclave unit number, b. Place "ChalIffige" U01091cal amptAe in the approximate center of a 4t> loaded waste bin. C. P(Oce,.5 Waste load In accordance with Sec5on 2.0 d. Retrieve the `Challenge" blotogicat amputs. e. Plate'Ch2llenge-° l iatcgical ampWe into the Incubator and accord dale and tirne into Quafrty Control tag. f. Marta a virgin "Control` biological cant€ot ampule with the letter "C" and the date and time. ¢. Piaw ,con r r biological amperie into fl1B incubator. a. Only one 'Control" ampule Ira required for each batch €trdernurnberof the ampules. h. After 48 hours inctit3ation, retrieve tie °Chalfenged' ampule and the "Central". t. Check ampule and examine liquid caicr changes as follows, a. NO COLOR CHANGE = negate growth (Pass = Sansfactory Treatment) b. COLOR CHANGE— Positive Gromit jFa€l : UnsaWiactaryTreatment) 'The "Challenged' ampule should exhibit NO COLOR CHANGE. "The "Cantron ampule should exftit COLOR CHANGE !. Record results onto autodare Quality Control Log. 3.2 Bialogkal Ampule Description An ampule containi ft Bads steamlhermophi7us, or equivalent, spores is Placed in the center of a waste load W momW autoclave pertonnW= frac sufficient temper°ail" and pressure for sufficient bride to kill ttre spores. Each autc cum unit is evaluated for effeciiveatess wfth the biole gical ampule at lost once eveq 40 hours of operalkn in accordance with state regulations. 4.0 Training/Routine Maintenance Cheeks 4.1 Operator Training Prior to operating the medical waste trealment auketavez, be employee rtrW read ami understand the Standards Operating grrncadures. The tadfity rmanagerwi#i provide a ptant tour and dgmorrsfxate on -the -jabs tralntng. 'Then, the empfoyee wits scribal each prm4sion in the Standard Operagng Procedure manuaL 4.2 Routine Mai Etna ce Checks The autoclave treatment system k rr6draily Inspected an a daily basis for steam knlm, water leaks. and steam tray obstrudinns. SiOfiicant steam anis wateir teaks Mat inhibit effective operation or expose personnel to unsde condi ions vM require barneft to shutdown of the problem autectave Un L Stlttbr discrepancies noted'with the bcftr an tlar steam supply piping will require sl uhtown of: Me bailer and waw operatkirt The noted discrepancy will be knrr"at recffmd and documented onto a € l#nt Maintenance Record Ug. The arttodave and filer shag be operated and ar htainad In accordance vAh the martu%cbmees operallcm and maintenance rrtafnuaf. G2. See G 1 143. At the end of each cycle the condensation cools and changes back into water. The waiver is Men piped to a bklu.%-d &mn separator Mat cools the water and releases it to the sewer. H4. The waste is nie ted and fused togemer. for the most part Me ar%ginal properties of Ow wastde remain the samery except that the waste has been made startle. H5. The stoilized waste is cbmpacted Into sealedi trailers wd transported to the landf& fox fatal disposal. fl. The only hazard associated witty this pieess * sca tnq, ceased by not WovAnq the set procedures guiding proper handling of the waste and machinmy. 12, All employees who Borne in contact vdit the waste sterftaiian process are required to wear ft proper PPE equipmerd. The extremities and eyea are protected by gloves, boots, and goggles designed to flank all employees' axposme. 13. Alf employes are provided uwdit Hepatitis andt Tetanus shots. Aft employees are required to receive Blood Some Pathogen and OSHA salty training before assignment to any jab duties_ AN employees receive a retesher trains course every six monih5 to insure that they understand the twm addMonally, buss reftesher course lei to lower tide acxaident rate, thirds keeping our employees safer. K1. The autoclave process is safer arab more econornical to c"mte than any other technology for medical waste= treatment The autoclave pmeess produces no known environmental problems.. This process has been iri use across the world for marry yogi and has provers to be a safe and effi vam process to treat med cal vvasie. K2. There are no known problems with this "tern K3. The autactave system is very simple to operate- The ►wade is loaded into autoclave carta3. These carts are planed into the autoctave. The door IS seded. Pressing the'stare Witon begins the a� tom llc systOM that govern& the sulloclarr. Operating pressure (275) does nrss€de the vessel, begirirting a 34-rnfnuts cycle. The system 61dam autometb ty, and ate doors are opened to rerrrtave titin waste carts. The waste carts are dumped rata a ompaclar, and OW cycle tart start again. Reference Gt, M 4 I. 1X0.3.2) K4. The system is simple to maintain. There are no moving per# except for the doors. The doors have bearings In the hinges that have to bp -greased. The door sea) has to be replaced when a leak is detected, K5. Reference Gt, CU43.3) Standard Operating Preaedures K6. See K5. K7. The ma dMur t toad flat corn be treated per cycle, W autodave isb. pounds. K8, 42 minutes L1 -L7. does riot aipply Mf, M2. Please see G1,G2 (4.1) Standard Operating Procedures, M2. -Norte. M5. The treatment process is separate hm the test In this respect, The ste ft tag is to check the systern to insure that there am no adjustments Rued to tttie at t waft processing of the medical waste, The whole process is recorded on a grapm If for some urdui vim reason in rev!&Mng these graphs we firxr3 a discrepancy, we run another stedl}ty test and in some rare cases the cycle is repeaters on the same load to insure anal all systems are tuncdoning properly, and that the waste is effectiv* sterirwe& Nit;. See AAs. M7. The process monsters are directly ponnecW to the process. The process operates on the direction of a spscifro temperatum of 275 degrees. The pressure and ternperahue are reWme. The system has micro sMtches that control the length and temperature of the cycle. M8. The process monitor can he overridden by an operator, but the operator would have to know the set up codes to do this. No operator is authorized to possess [teat in armatfort.. M9 The Operating system is subject W Mure< however, we rfraintain surplus repalrparts so as to mitnirnize downtime in the cycle. In a worst-case scenario. we would divert the waste tD another plant In the event we were tntable to fix the problem. N2. No recycling prograrn has been approved tier• rnedica€ waste at this firrne. N3. See N2, 03. Autactavitng of r> nedicat waste is Me most efficient precess known. 04. Volume raducRan 15 40% P. Please find a copy aP MOS of Tennessee's Peru* 19y RuW fthoed in llt aPPfica#ren, I�MS of Termessee 1221 Sxth Averme North, Nashvj11%1V 3-72M August 27, 2Et04 Answers to questions fro m the Arkansas Department of Itealpr Appfrcaflbn forEval►rdion acrd Approval of Medical Waste Treatment TechrmlogiaS A3. The treatment technology of autodaving for medical waste has been approved by the federal government for many years Every state In the United States of Arneriira has approved this process far Medical waste sterilization_ Tire description of Medical waste in the: Federal Register Includes approved processing type% descrlhed as follows, DCCT Code 173.134 Class 6 Davison 6.2,(4).(b),(lv): YA matedal, including waste, that previously contained an Int us sutistam wd has been treated by steam sterilization, chemical ftinfeetton, or other appropriate method, so that It no longer -poses the ham of an Infnfittus sgbstance... " There are some states, such a5 Tennessee, that Issue a Permit 9y Rale stating that even ftugh the state has no aired law conceming this pFccess, they have issued a permit to prod metrical waste Waugh aut3da vft in Tennessee_' The Georgia Department of Natural Res umes EnOronmenial Prvtedison Division Chapter 391-3-4, Solid Waste Divisiim, .15,(Q 2 states, 'Mc onlarnination by luting with steam under pressure (autoclave) 5o as to render the blorrtedlcat waste rioninfectlous... a The EPA cdntract # 68-tM0-003Z &t7-emiss bns fmw Modkat fMat & rreatamnf Tecirrraibgies: EEvaluatron of IndcstorMi=orgartism Recovery, dated IW3, prepared by Richard tilt. Hall and Eugene C. Cale from the Research Triangle Institute, Reseamh Triangle, Part, NC 27M contsins the complete research on autock tg and on emissions levels associated wgh this rmc ogy. . This research was done art: order to aid hospitals and other medical pmiders by providing them with the criteria necessary to judgevaftus rnethods for rendering their waste not irsfediour, ADEQ F.2.a of THE MANAGEMENT OF MEDICAL WASTE FRWA GENERATORS AND HEALTH CARE RELATED FACILITIES STATS'Staeam. under promre fauioclaving)- steam at 248 degrees Fahrenl%4 (120) degre" Celsius) at 15 psi for (30) nrdm tee is the regturefflent fru properly treating rnsclical waste- Having stated the lava that usually represent the minimum requirements: MDS processes at 275 degrees for (30) minutes. This is almost a 16016 increase above the mirtimurn of your State requirements. F-1. The most common test. For sterility in the medical field is the 5tearothermaphiluslest: (A€CC- 7953) a This test is approved for use in steam autcdaves as reverenced (AAW-SSSA-1988) and under (ANSIIAAMI. ST37-1992) as Isted in Gadd Hospital Practice for sterilla.tng medcM Instruments. MDS follows their guidelines to property test the loads of medical waSM Each test is logged with the results and t#ta date. Since each load is processed the same way and the equipment operates automatically, oto the process starts, MOS only tests on a random basis (usually every 40 hours) unless the state in which the plant is located has different guidelines. We have found the above-mentioned test to be efficient and: the results reliable. F2. Sime the by-products only last for a period of mcrnent% Uwre is no reason to enact any control 'measures. F3. Odor is a by-product of any type of garbage- The odor is Briefly emitted when the auladwe ' A copy orf MDS of Tennessee& Fcnnit By lute is Teaftessee is included in this appliedim A complete analysis and 4cscriptipa offt St>eamthennopMtus test developed byft STEM Corpormion is included in this application. door to Opened; hmever, R quis* goes avmy. At the end of the autocbve qcbk heat OW GWM are released end quICkly cool ki #tv atmosphere. Refrences Eederai Register, pa" 723•i6,1VCt54,W Of F ` 3€, loch 24, I9gg/ Rides and Regvfatians EEA, Ufrme of Saifd Waste, 'A#&natjVeS to Mdrierafian ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY ()lSGRpWW' �3► �ar� �. ��. Peter�teiur, HCl � Environmental Studies Ceder for Georgie Department of NaWnd ReWurses, Rules srd Regufatian cormemhR wome�at Weste GUIDANCE FOR I+VALUATtNG MEDICAL WASTIr TREATMENT TECHNOLOGIES, Final Rep©rt, Office of Solid Waste, U.S. EnvironmentgI prote£tiva Agency, Washington, CC 20460 ol O-PERATMNAL R`ERUFMNS ANDSKERG CIMS worgd obl* pmptr wsAe sWngc aCHMI"We v4h IqPkbwkg, tic baTlg mmmg=OM wig bad FMW to s pfd bk maw waft ftesumm bcUiLY- co MEUE E l�PONSE MOCEDURES . Em cu Rem= Contact f�mbem The =Popromdurim deuWed is fife aUS section #pply to the awi&mtal mime Of..biomedicai wWas =. . � es nse�n4f 4g CFR �5 �7I.1 ,. Fie a�wrt►euce of a spm, fns suspend �,tio� crr �e� thee =9d` YA9CnC= wiU-be auti5ed snd mitten gpin Rcpvrt vM be provided to those ageecies, dteyw as follaws: D I3epar3ncnt of Tmnupmug(m i -890-424- RO2 A CenWr for Disease Cance# I -NO -232-0124 'Fssch-aa�iie�mtts� i�nelude� fa��: A. c-afrepo ter- . Name and acd�ress of carrier replesemted by repomr -3. Phon-e.mmbeyr wem rep=tr Cm be ctmtacw 4. Bate; 6mr, andlecatiou of midst 5. 31D rxt�t Of )Rpuics., if aMt - 6. Classificaum, umerand 9wntty-Df4mzmmjOw nwkmds involved -7. T�Icefind&at and nav= of hmmrdDus material involvement and whether a confimlijAg dotnger to fife exis •at the wee Within 30 gays dMotif wion W praper regalat uy agencies, the uansporter mwt report in wrifm& in dViicat,c� on DOTFForm FSSW.1_ The reportmust be sent to.- WOrmat-'On Sjrst m Mager -Re9w=h w1dSpecial Programs Administration kPfftweftfof Transportation -' W=hingtan, DC"205-00-Ef00j ' The transputer mm retain a copy of the report for a period of tWo (2) ym& -- - _ - - Enezgemy-Response contact last - a GENERAL &AFBTY FLAN ' itis : tail mp�o um* Ldkr *d ash c ticrosp ` Ic s �� : -PMfwjitfir. C,ae�aml � P� � � tfiat seg YwrOOPIM w�'iQ�red-by au company t s�; pwin �b Ott j Yaw aax - �s�tt�+���dbilt it iZ This �eaerst �� s Genera sdd.Y plan da" not x ivtsu�d+d to l6e irhiadiu�� 1rg awemcee. atter �r CMpla'tj eeL ac-wul swo"r-ewt SMY Gateiep eVM7 OWOYU and IH svai� #wig-sem,�� and *C FOHOW WZW %&s: Apgoble Saw rep?stiaas anto br, followed st dl urdes. Genets SBMYFIM -. Updsrte+ W22/03 Z. Do Nstl'-"erfim Unsafe Ads: I.mployers dxHA 1 never psrform MY tasks iha fficy bef icvc jwW bo unsafe. Any mwh candibDm of practises abou d be ..nrazt dt w a supervssor h medWely. 3. Lisien t o Supervisom- SupwAsms i.chame of eaGheperation_ Ipm be= lc d nifia emplc�ye�s a-d1i� d practices. many accid=tsiorzr when bmployees take shoftemand ignore established s r rulrsand relations. All-employm mu3t follow establ.isbed WeW motes in :.perfQrtni €Heir a Biped tasks 4. Avoid Diseipiirte or Discharge: Each employer is responsible for bis orher performwtw.andhr f&jaw ng safety ra%,l ame to do so wiH lead to -•dis�pli��io�t�s�ae.. , AND ILIM Alljob-relwed injuries frust be. qj=W im accordance wfth the'follow ngittles` 1. Follow Orientation Rules_ h formation anTepor6ng joh-related accidents is .-cow"Win-EiUalbeamplayee welcome and oxientatiou class. Vfich is -•-tdad xtiy.a��h_c�rnplcxyae ��. _ , .-Repoif Immediately: Alf aa-thojob accidents and illnesses mum be reported to a -supervisor in mediately --- no matter flow ttrinar they may -appear. 3. Coopemte In the Investigation: Employees who minvolved in accedence �d grYe. 1 t' cWIs concerning the aateire of their injuries, the anew, the • 4im4dataaad any other relcv= inion _ -4. - -S ecamMedics I Treatment: Woyces should immediately seer aecessz7medical tre-atment- Only demgnaredrsetpervisors and managers c= authorize treatment. " S. Record Wvrnmtfon: Fill out all acddent repffftg forms. If first aid is - ,at#Aie&on-the premises, the nates of the frstaid, condWon of the iadivi[ivaL -and ' wlbr. further treatmedinwt-all b� mcarded. G. ')telco Symptoms: Lzam tudetect sarlysigrMand s]rnsptOM-Of any iffinesses or ailments #o get pxop�r tieanent• ' 7. Avoid DWpfihe or Discharge: An employee who does not: promgtfy or properly report accidents or illnesses in accordance %ith thispdfioy tray be disdplined or discharged. General Safety Plan 2 ups:.s12WO3 • l�yr��t3'��R�l....c �� iR�1�i��S �Efyf�; �uw4 bY ab mSiL'�r f[wh 1 l='rr� Cr Ch�iGal. fifflaw Q}�1 with f esh water �dwash ce wirlb nat> salt solution, QCUSOL eye k don, butyl suffate, ac as equally e#Feet#. lutiOm -Iferye ��mt.persists, pt � cp4sic.� an�po nr trri the injured worker to -8 aced og Beater or treatment Fax z'e surface -or wider CYCId, remove particle if poslVbla and wash with eyslQtsuei.Ipaicle ta=?t by refnad in the field nr if the iffiteaicm persists, cntail a physiciau�rUamWortThe injured warker to a mescal cerrtcr fur int• Far paint materials or clearing solvents in eye. wash continually with cIean., fry wafr, if problems persist,- contaet a physician or tvmPmt the injumd worlscr to ft mvf":81 center for trvaU=VL ® Shin,Aam-ssion-s sad WuAes For rdnt on skin, xemove with soap and water_ Do not use paint Ofumem ar strOug solves-Uge-rabbcr4ovcs to mix epoxy p'atty+- if &in irdta#iaa develops, cMMdt S dear giv_ Far skivLabr=nmwd CMfrnm-w bIa=9, tread ct fcr c! ecbraCf a akf a foru4a nWeiig > ._Fist, wash with tesla water and apply dressing ➢ Next, t -8m -part worker to medical center for fewer aMti€m For`skinabrasianscatts dbyMWblasting,tnAaSabu :.. ' �-�tlr'fres�s�vater p .Keep a d a coal; and Tn nv-cri injured Worker to medical Center forfartbei lreatmen#- � + iae icea fm t�ol+�retxts or pain: fumes: T�sfer wtrrkcr away fraw painting area; pm�a videvicaair- vx�iailon, and rest besfefe intakc of fltticis- Consult h �cimQ x tlfe covdbion reems�or ei=lances d tc• Lass of breathing: Apply attifrcid n-spuufiOn imrmdi.atcly and supplest with u= Of emergemy.r mitator. Call foremer9mr-Y nWWW secs e. I,ms of blood circulation. Check for possible bleeding and immediately apply first aid .-� [t'caUnc it piusi cardiopulioruxx msuscitation- Ca for emergency meflical. ice. GenerA Safety Pfau 3 LlPdated: 9/2/03 �} First Aid Fit itemaln Rrst aid Idt: EyewaA saix&m ba, dne gate, adhesive IaM assottcd.b2nd- aids,acebandag� saplrix� autibactedal salve, bun emtment, disposable k WUM topiW.ant._Aspti xnft,.dose eyedrops, alcohol swab!�r hydroW .pe & spray, aiecrlwl spray, at tiseptic y,� and ski. flushing solutia�n,�4 �r n p�atect�ce gloves, andraicroNal sign wipes, antiseptic wound chimer, antisep#ic bia-hak�d c]9==, anstanf hand Sahli ; antibiv� aiatlneM itch 'earn, alcohol mss, topical an�c, cold & simns tah�; rrma:-ssphinr, and antacid tsbleta. FirstAj4ldt is located'er Employ= Break Room Eye wash station is towted at: D oA ent m= and Flow ares wire ChCMUcais aw stuff. • t � i��.'-5��3t13LF-S - - The Tollowing ft hfglights-svmebfdM mast impexrta Awd cOmmon S64-. rues fIDr employees. -However, this brief ist:s-not intended as: a subsduft-lar h indhidual saectiom *at folio or for the separ�e mdivi&W Safety plans These key w" rules are merelyaa xs � phasiW some zules that should always he on -&e minds of employees. . - . any injury to supervisor.itm�sedWely, r. pec how slight. Z. RepDrt: all—s&&mndM WS ta sapeMs0rimme'atCIY- .3. Maimain Bwd housekeeping. Keep work arexcleam. and Clear: Put dimp vbWv.ffiqy belong. 4. - A fst-aidkit is available. BC cerWm wh=itis loc ft4 so yotr it 5. , , Emelgency phone-mvaers are posted by each'l�t� Mt and bulllctia bmtL ,6. FAMiliWi=yo%self nth all 'escape efts and *e Iacati'DMOE Y emergency zufOffYWves or Switches. T. In =e of fim Cali the fire deparMeM imiaediately (9-1I) Or Uotify a supervis ?r't�3 do, sa. fit• aU occuIpants-ufihf,-- �rdding so ftt a SO,���• evwuafxm tmy take ptam-, (Ptcwe sea FmeWncy Evacuation Pbw $; ...ate fire ex#Ingtzisheas arc provided ftou&out lba area. Be aware of �4 o=md proper operation. 9. Keep alad 4bseme all safety sib. General Safety Plan 4 Up—d ted: 91221113 10. lgvm make changes on egaipmment to lr F WfCtg' c-4:5- 11. Mccha kd mawdals hmtdling deem my be use wdy by authnf=d pers�otinel. 12. Do not #a aW with crntaOls Or switchm on hefng, sk conditioning, or other equipment unle*s uuttwri7E to do so. 13. When mixing chemi+K ~ wCw M&M Ones, =ski. and 00%'03- 14. Wham spraying A►y che= ls, always vWpm a equ'Pmen' go is approved by dw superviw. 15. Make stnr that etectdcAl toob am p upcdy gmunded and 1hilt FO e$CCtf iW hazard exists from standing 15. to not "tools ilk y+oWpo&ess- 17. Lift with leg muscles, not tt 1a. Be wbir to ham a &M geap and f:m footing WOW lif#iag aaytlti IR. Do not attempt W 1if€ or move my#hing too hest Mwdmum Might is BS pounds. Use wailablc e9,ap=nt (dallies, wheelbarrows,, etc) for asAift= or get hclp. - 19. Horseplay isprohibimd- 20. Smoking is snowed orgy In aufboAzed aus. 21. Cwcd quality work shoes help gazoteA feat if s#mething is dOppad oa them. Safety type faotwesr is required in alf shop areas. 22. Do not rtat. Nojob isso wgent brat mmning is fcquhv(L 23. Use approved ladders to climb. 24. Wear tight fitting clothes and hair net f'i'f yaw hair is long) whew OPendimg equipmem Loosc clothes or W cm get mqu ht in marbi=Y Md care serious injury. 25. When cperatng lathes or other similar eq*m=t muid mm 1Y IOM h&ir and bead, which wn he a work hazard. 26. New wear jewehy su& as nW, wOWbCs, or brwelets while OMIM9 -equipment General SafeLy PIM 5 Updaftd: 9127103 2.7. Do Slot stteMpt W =pair or fax any m=hi z=Y vAulc it is OWa6m& 29. Refra W from use ofnarcorics and sicohvl in compliance wit compmy policies. 23. Use *e prate v. a Iding masks and gloves wheo welding Of using BAY iOm of cutting torch 30. Wear a cow maks when Woad* Ofloading a sa910laSftg ITEMDhina. 31. Do not use conVmss ad[ ak to airtempt to clam off er& 1� of com�essed air can cause clew to became imbedded in skin snd ayes. 32. ]Ear pwtwdon =W be vscd wben tequesW by a =MYBW- 33_ Comply with A po ted p=cttal protective CqU4mt2t (PPE) nrrtices. r�NAz WGIENBsANMATIO 1. Employees mast sperm in helping to min aL tion wd orgy place 2. EMlayers mud msintak haalt y pOMOnael hygieue- 3. Mu do mustncrt be diw4aive to, cther empIQycts. Lo" music wM n" be tolerated. 4. Employees as to mpod to work wdl-gxomrned, in accaYce wft company policy. 5. Employees mast wrear.clean uniforms with did ted termed in, arm am work clothes, dura working hmm �3 SAFETY U5Pt3NtL CtF Smolt ,VISORS SupetVisors must comply v ilh alt of to folio mfMg: I . Emphasize safety atm participate iS A safety ra=tings. Z. Con4ua darty work pian sessions: P- Hefre surtbW wo* each momiag; > At noon; and > In the evening befow cle anuP 3. tick for mnd eliminatee, ham*. t�merat Salbtg Plan 6 Updated: 9=3 4. Cmdut mthly safety met#ngs for each mm dmge_ All p==nMA, must participate in tt meefgs and hc1p evauaft wo€lsitrg omditions. S. ievrd attendance acrd discasdofm in ssf meet?atg log 6. Follow through WI& r=mmendatiats fiam safer nxmw1M mcludfiW 9 Updating practices; ➢ Improving woddngconditiong std ➢ Matntawng equhmWnt for safe opeatioos. 7. Enter exfiams taken it log book and nairn of safety meeting. S. Keep garde as required by sppEcabte oft and fedi law. 9. Riun ate ree-agnued bRm& and hilprodu=ereantmi atm bawds that cannot be elirnicawd. 10. hake sure tbat ttll employ= We gavpedr trained im D Hazard cmMunicaEtion D Bloodborne pathogens > Respirator use ➢ personal protective equipment D faflaiR training > Confirsed-space >, Lock-auttagraut D OtIff haininprngMM regliw by fedaral. or Sh telams PIEhR &YEE TRATiMG To red the etwm ofinjury. the compaWs policy is to pmvidc =h employee with training is the W96 equipment, and skills neccssary tv perform his or heryob. Tmhling wi11 cot *1y w& tic specifws oaf aqy OSHA qty piens and standazds. EmplMem = to cooperate and take train ng verb redo sly as its purpose is to protect t1ir Iii hC" acrd safety. �5 BLG DBOM ATHOP NS With MY patch" expasare to bloodbome pathogens (a.&,afternpfttck gWe firA sid to a bleeding oo-wo ker), employees must Maw these bade rte: 1. Wear rubber gloves. 2. DG nat reuse 91OW& ,--% 3. Wash you hands with soap and water suer renrovin,g glatre& General Sdaty Play 7 Updated: 91221a3 .— 4. Wev safety goggkes if thele is aE potential for cwu minants to splasb into On eyes - Wear a Mask ifftm is s potex►" for conunlit3am= to splash iota the s AU& ornase. 6. Near maltiona# proftctie elo$ting if skin is eat wwerV& 7. Hyau become used w blocacu pathagensy walks the area immediaf�+jr and report the incident tomanagemcnt Prafemond medl cd aeras MY them be provided, including any required HepnfiYis B muminc. S. Regulated waste nuat be pmmly bagged laktelcd, and disposed ref accwdiug to the procedures its *e Bloodbomc Pathvg= Exposure Conti Plan. 9. Blcodbomc pathogen c1can-up and pmvmt preteen C CqunPmeat is k=9PA at: PPB loeated in mdividud cmplgws joke; Blvadbome Patho9w cleanup employee Locker Ream. 10. Further information on bloodbot= paffiogm cantarvt proms cm be obmimed from your supervisor. Note: AR employees who may possibly be aiffex aw famz`iimw dues faith the detailed pro=&res contaioetd in to written Biome paftgeus SXPDSM Control Pians. These briefer tiffs arc notintended io be ued as a, au6Wtutc for tit plan and am meant o* to higt t & some mejor areas +ef coaccrn. A sample Bloodbom Pathag ns Expomm CQtaI Flan is available fiM Summer Press in its Sample Safety Plies on CD. Our company's Bloodborne Fathoms ExpMm Contrvk Plan is meted at ft bMk room table or in the office of She l Blwklc ge, UfBcs MM29er. 0 �p RULpS FUR T(fUWS _ARMAND LIQ- -I . Avoid explosion hawds of ale vapors and liquids. 2. Provide adequate ventlation. 3. Use wlvents whh highxemperat= itwh pai rft d. Use spark --free tools and air motet d6YM 5. Do not use ungmua" non--exPlosiOn pw*f electriW equiPmerrt m bazadous meas. General Ss%Flea Updated, 9P221g3 b_ PMvide Hash amt orMtIffiff on GH etM Bache MM 7. Use paint thus fsriaw paia mw& cm Avoid Me- of MWAS, bemwt. Or owbon irfrachla ide aW s&vcnt& $. Avoid pwkw9ed bre Oiar�azic seivea� �[ a�t� � high conewndom S=h ass: > AcetaW ➢ Alccehal D �etcxne D Methyl WO ketone D Meftl iaabutyl D Toluol v Talue>be D xylene All empiwyew who mei' pmai* be affect woM she fomiiiarke lhenmly= ;ate tw MM ung oudin% 39azard tomMuuiatim F1r. Ather MSDS eaa[teAdL Thwe brkf saw tho an not iahaeded to he ussd ease asUatufa for the pba a r for tho often wa tcriaK That s4c4y ties erc mem OW IGh~t ROM MBJ W A"m of coacerv. -_ Forfur&er Infcrmatinn .. MOB stafloa locimon: Bmak ram takaaad affi=iofOAkCAftnO9Pr. pow= cAnEr+o1E hotline: Haz Mat hada c LoW Rcspital: 911 Local Ambulwee: 911 0 MATERIAI DICING Materials ImMing md equipEmmt gong imoNm lifting, Ous3cim &WAM pushing, pipelining, wi cwveying o f maWAsk- Always fellow these bade peindPles: 1. Bccomc fkniriar wide selh harstMig of abmswr-% paints, m4wW4 Md eggOnat 2. Be coats to maid ttippin Ova omits v&m hud =r&g mks ad equipment. General Safety I"iaut 9 Updated: 9W03 ..y 3. Nlsintaim A wailways ad stairwap clear of absmcthms and hates. 4. Kwp materials storage and cquipm2nt area dw ofdoblis. S. Pmetice good hamekeeping to prmide eawamm to matmials wl equipment 6 Maintain alb equipment ka er working WpAtion. 7. Use appmpriate labor -swing dem whanEver possible. S. 13ecome familiar with. At safe IwAcapacWw afak hoists, cls m►d rdtchet pulleys,, frieiitta brakes. cable slings, rte, load blacks, and wire cabte Connections. (Only applies to employees who me resp€nnsible for apemfion of iffie foregoing equipment-) 9. Stam cables coifed in a basket a4rwound on qod t j=veEa damag-. 14. Be famffisar with hoist lid operdfino s wd use proper ImisfiW signals. 11. mitten trawfering mauls by 6aim hoists: > Miert all pemonnel it tha atm to be m am oftine zu tenids Wd a *Pweat in motion, the he= Wmg moved, and placement in to wok area; > list Wbrk gloves to protea hands; D Back away ad stay elm of kad; > Do not stand undemeath bud as it is being filled or iowm�d,* and 1> Avwd being trapped i etweeo moving Juad and platform structure, building wall, egaipmerit, bum WItarciabin_ HCIWE AND TOgjL U&R4TMANCE AND 1NLF N 3 . All manufteM ingipmducttn employees must perform and =urd Ire-wo* iWectiong oftheir tools and mra chins to cover at least the fllowirng equtip =4 areas, and hai=rs: D Service (tom operation, m.echanieW aid electric-qi.) • Immedi work area D Pemnal geadattire D Lights and ventilation D Skilled liquids p Loose matedab > Broken equipment Emergency equipment 9 Necessary guards 2. ne mac d of pre-wmk inspections mu* r-. > I =WfYI the tdxdd or Winer Getters Safa y Plans 10 Updated: 9iM3 > ]'est any defer or deficienq that could pose aha ; and Y Be signed by the errtpluyee performing the iasp�vns. 3. No equipment may he operuftd with an idnaffied deet or deficiency that could affect the nperadon of dm prnent or sm&iy offt employces. 4. A complete annual impection of m=hinexy nmzt h perfomcd bYa mimchuEic who has hmn' f imwHy trained and who has at le=ow year of experics= in servicing industrial equipment. S. An onnual machine inspection report is to W camPletcd for each machine Wd placed In a Ole kept an &a p ecc of equipment. 6. An annuW machim md toW =pedm label vuM he aTnW to m e once the inspection is complete. 7. in addition to an aamlal machine inspection" msnim m periadac bMPCaWW must be made is a=mtaft with the mWufa[aUfWs secW recomt daaam Lack -o g -out is a. procedure to conuDl the acdyasicu Qfwachin=Y bY 0=ftuIUu* the mud's power sou=. These sources indvdt cicafti y, SwM, or any Ober 50urce of powerr. Cantralling a mschine's Vie' sou= pmveam accidents mwed by sdden getLv2e#:ian vfn=hi� Failure to pmpedy wnt of povw sow cm have very atolls comc�q s. For ==PIC, srxppase thea maintenance is done �e a woxke�r is insUffiing a new switch, and someone Uu ms the chwk kIwkcv0. ')Uwoedd bCsn electmeuted worker. The fallowing are sme o€the key poiris cow 3occ outhag-Cut Pmeed : I . Know wh= ell energy son= feeders and shat -off locations am forthe machine bloiag operated, 2. if umchim is =son or being wood om shut offft power ad IWk ft s%Vitah. 3. Tag the Iock Oust why fhc machine is crA and the dAft Of instal#atiOn Offt lock). 4. try the person mita i Mats the kck and tag ted MmVe �. S. Auer all energy s ourocs are situ off'. D Proceed with caution (stored energy =W still be in the machim ad cameo D Follow the man's recammendado= and General Safey plan 11 Updated: 9/=0.3 . Q Test for movement by trying Cnba:s, 6. Rem-efnber, umnY ma chines havc und[ le power SMOCM bIft M= rW a3i power sour= am lacked when working on YON machi. 7. Whit to umchine is safe to operates remove the loek and fag. S. l chine operators or maintma= pemor awl sbaWd have their own keys and locks. 9 No job is tan am 211 or too short for lack-ontlmg-and Apprwdmate3y 7S% ofar.cidents involving unexpected nuwhinM activation caw on jobs of 15 Mutes or less. Mote: All employees v o may pom#ly be mTected must dw famdunw #ewes with the detoAed procedum contained in ft written lock-Outf'ag-Gut Plam These brief safety tips -ase not intended to �e vsed as a snbstatate fnr 9W pian and am meant only to higMgbt some major areas afconccm p FDRKI.]F"�,SA.LE Y RULES 1. Only auf hori2M and caf6ed permonnel may aperate frnMi$ equipment. Please contact the supervisor with any quegtiow ung c r-7don. 2. When opurdfing a foddik rArty manufactmes manual. I New exceed. the raW a ps6ty. .4. Watch for pedestriaua at cwnwaR s,, dam, and main woddng nacos. 5. Newspeed. Maximum speed frit is five racks pet bmr. 6. Alwap tum ofengine if moving 25 90 or more f m til€. 7. Never park with forks in "tea posW= 9. Blow born at A Mind intersections and carmen. 9. Always center fors undt tea iM. 10. Always kcrp the load against the bac4 t for better support 11. Never al3bw rides on tnmk. 12. Never smoke in a fueling statins or battery rwging arts. Genera Sats Flan 12 Updated: 91I03 13. Be careful not to splash betty acid on yourself. 14. Do not sdek out atm or leas wVe driving. 15. Neva Teach ftougb the masttoadjust ate. 15. Never tum sideways on s ramp or sloped Face. 17. Alwar somrd ham amd lack crl1y lam bacidug up. 1$. 'On extra -wide Joaft spread forksas wj&mS possible. 19. Wear seat belts if provided on the pa acinar foodift jmd mwmtnmded by ft manufsctraer or vendor in the operator's mm uel. Note.' All emplayem who may possibly be a ffeeW must also f$u 'Hariw tbemselves with the detailed praeedures cont med mK the written Forkii[$ SaW Platt. T#tese brief safety tips are Wt ktcnded to be =cId as a sttbstidate fur Chart plan and in mew to higbEght sots major == of conceav- BA,CK txaURV PREVEN7 7ON ,.� The track is a =MOD Ioc8fioet ofMPlayee isrjuries. Everyyear,, bwk Wmifs cast employers and employees teas of billions of dollars in lad wages and medics). expum. I . Employees mey reduce mivar m lay A hfmimiaiag any U=CeWs barrtdlbM 9 Using meCbafical devices Wd NWpmemt for assisU=,irenmer possible; and D FOMMU9 proper ming techniques. 2. Fmploy= sttouW folbw pmcgm vh&IifLing; D Dv liftwith legs. -A Do keep weight clow to beady and stud straigbt. - Do crew a balanced ham of mama by uskg one fixot Whmd and an lbe* behind to get the weight m close a Do pivot with the lead. > Do FlIone foot up and diange posihm o1 when standing few hg peri ds offime- > Do keep Wosk a-#'ccaamr-ortwe hei&, A Do stand, if possible= on a cushxened uta#. 9 Do intermpt or change gmwful pasitiom f tjpmfj ► > Do keep heavy leads close to body. (Ten pounds at arm's logth gmm%w 100 pounds of pcesmm ori spun). > Do keep back support belt sang WhHo ming (if one is warn. Germ Safety Plan 13 Updated: 9122103 3. Employees should avoid these prwti= while ling. ➢ Don't rMst back while moving material. (Remember always keep shouldem in line wM yow hips.) > Doult wcw high -he" hard-hecla orplatform shm when stuAWS for periods of tune. A Don't 0n d in oW FOait KM tMh. 9 Don't stud wM )mess loeked, stomach rnmmles rely i, =dbak sweye�. Don't bead ftword at the waist with wok is a low posidoo- > boort =main in the sae position for along pmiad. D Dant reams VI* a bmvy bad. Don't U t with your back flexed. Dna'# ioasen balk supper t belt wbHe Wig. PERSONAL PROTE= 1990 The company will RM use eng mining ad admw=atirrc Wntmis W eli€rsmete arxedum (tf ehmination is Wtpossible) any hates. mer nor, the c=pamy wlV also► use persowl ptotective et *went Ei to provide additional mtection. 1. Foot ftotsWen: Sai:lfcotwcwm=tbowomwhmcvcrfwtinMeovId result from awidentW eoutwt with# heavy obj mts. Footwcarmwt meet A reguuements in ANSI -Mei's Safety -Toe Faotweaz" 241.1-1441. Employees generally we respnasible for pr+avidmg their omm S*W fvotwear. 2. Aesed ProtQmdow Employees must wean heimeW v &9ftverd= is a danger of hdwy f failwg objects. PwtwfivehcIMt5mwtwWAHft rcquirumcnts of ANSI .1.-1986 TA Wag helmcu, employees must aso consider electrical shack and bam hazwds. 3. Etre and Dace pion_ E�w aftd Ewr pmWxdas must mit aA requirements in ANSI 287.1-1959. Eye and faux protecgon must be worn during g&ding. chipping, huffraag, chemical hmdHnx caning, and etkr operations where std, waA or dust particles aro l y to be present. 4. Hand Prat o: Moves shoald b . used as z ed. Leaflmr orlead=-like gloves should be used wh=&mzdling wire rope. Rubber or PVC gloves shanld be worn whca acids, causdr, soda, or ethcr ehcuaW arc handicd. 5. Clathfwg: FersGual c10t must mwch warkmg conditicmm nd w=ffier. Each pmw =A full-leng& trousers ad a AM the cow the shoulders while worldng in shop meas. Employees aro encouraged is wear clothing made of cotton or wool as opposed to symthetie fabrics bewus0 OfthO gmamer mmstanw of nmural fabrics to flee, chemicals, etc. General Safely Ply. 14 Updated: 9/2VO3 b. Hearing Pratsc&a: HeaDg pmts ba by aUev*oy es is areas designated as bavW higb no �t wear � 7, eV personal prataetive E9�P �;at, Use of protective equipment wlxene�r other pn fedi stuff � additional protective �iP=Mt is regu� . Note: au =ptay� m� fa�� SV40 wilh to &� �dM ►� Hazard ��PI- These lxi�� tiPs we not - ed to be d ` for that pias and am mamt 0111Y to h'&Ught some major w>'reused �as�� of concena. -J GE RAL S T' ItiDLES FOR Q��S AMsny e,*Oyen =swkexrly believe that ofcEs = not dangerous ad that *e do not umber need to wox Y &Out idJudes while working there. Rte, oI.ees of hazards- Among them axe dangers lana fall, floor surfaces, s> - cabinets, uffrce machines, sbarp ol�eCts. and firms. some of the more st� hazards and waYs to prevesrt them are set out below. 1. n+j$ia Cause of ice Ac6deut: Falls are the sumber One mutase of office a to es falt while wuikin& wh& climbing ladders and accideatss. p Yc �Y nes trip ower tcleph stairs} and evw white si �� wd die �, � and worn c�tmg* -' and elsdr+tcal catdst � in sislea debris, e4lupm� ad �s left 2, slippery glaor Su+rfaeea and Objets: Walrer from a wet umbrelht. MOI wax, spMed cWVC, and any ofi= subst-aucc that makes the flcar f� skids causvfalis. Also, o tools, such as pencils and paper CSips, t act underfoot. 3. Basic Safety Tips to Fr+event F9y9: > Wa% never run. > Dow} Change dhwdon sudde* nr stop Vichy. a Use fitted footwear with slip4wistant hells � broken h 3> Keep �olweax in good repay. ung mbbwFO caused many a dower) oar visiots is not bl"ka& > Carry laa& of rcarsonabto sin So }Imam Y it imme� it A if you see a slippWg or tripping hamd- COr and notify sovneaae wlm can fix the problem.. A Keep aisles and walkways 6W. in • It vel accide�. �#icularly falls. Good 4. Good Housekrep g- 1� housekeeping is cvcryane0$ job. Gey aul Saferplan �J Updated: 9122/03 STAIRS 1. Distractions: Studies have shown that the number one cause of stair accidents is distraction. Chen, envloyees simply do not watch what they ate doing. 2. Basic Safety Tips for Ascending and Descending Stairs: ➢ Always use handrails. ➢ Take one step at a time. When envying materials, use an elevator if possible. (If you mast use stairs, be sure to have at least one hand on dw handrail) ➢ Try pot to load both ami with maieials. > Never cant' so much as to limit your visite. > Do not congregate on stairs or st ind near doors at the head or fc)ot of stairways. 3. Stay Alert: Remain alert when using stairs. The risk of a fall increases if employees are talking, laughing, or turning to others while going up Orr drawn stairs. CHAIRS sitting down in a chair is at skill that is highly underrated. The proper technigae is to 1Wk at the chair: grasp the chair arms or the seat wi& your hand then louver yourself irdD the chair. FILING CABINETS 1. Majer Source 4f 4f6ee Injuries: Filing cabinets can Cause wju6es in a number of unexpected ways. 2. Basic Safety Tips: Mere are a few of the precautions to consider when you work with or armnd filing cabinets: D Use the handle to close the file drawer and make sure your ftag= are not curled over the edge. ➢ To prevent the cabinet from toppling over: open only one drawer at a. time; and - keep all heavy materials in the bottom dmr- When you f le, wear rubber finger guwds to avoid cut fingers from mem fasteners or paper edges. > Sharp burrs and earners on metal filing cabinets and frnitme tau cause ir�u es as well as clotbing tears. Sup sons should: file Brough metal edges or core; comer the edges and corners with heavy tape; d arrange the furniture so that tamers are out of the traffic pattern. General Safety Flan 16 Updated. 9= 03 DME I'"CEUNMY 1. Lame CIod&g and Rangling Objects: Word pwcemM ryPmriteM duplicating machinM sortersy collaim, addressing and mailing m;lchhw-„,--a1I these can grab a finger or a Iong strand of hair. Ring, bracelets, dangling .e&kwmnecr es, and loose s=ves ores add to the ha rd patenlial. 2. Frayed WirinZ7 Be alert for frayed ming, a q=i arty nem the= Sm Pobl of fico plug, Exposed wim can mouse Ww& or Mart a St. '> o rbc fraying sttd bending of wires: 9 Always 9MV eta Plug to pull it: (rimer jerk the E Wd 30, Iia not bend the card sharply amad an obstctrcfioa oar ped it in a travel patlt. 3. 'ITme—,Froiig Plugs: A threewim gra=ding sysou is a mad to a lmi�t� shock hazed. Never use a"chWeeto put athree-prong Plug in gtwa-prong receptacle. 4. Electrical Problems: Ifyou notiix s tiezgling semadon v tombing s - machine or gee it smoking or sparking= > Unplug the machinz and repot[ tleeproblew tts a swemsor; and )I. put a sign on tt machim to indicate #hat it is out of o W aid dangamus. 5. Turning f 9MAchirm: Even ifa umhine is in goad wading arch'. arta it off bef ee: D . Making any 4uatmcnts; > Applying flammable mxt%iaU,, or ➢ Leaving it (even fora I t&whft . FINGERS A” HANDS - Fingers and hands team up on rhe officeinjury list more often than arxy 0dW p8M Of the body. Little cuts and punct m are not only painful; tw caa also become infizbed. Hera are some basic safety tips: I. Paper Cuts: ➢ Use fiW guards to handle staff ofpaper. A Pick up a sheet of paper by fuse cora . not the siideL A Use a letter agencr to pen envelopes or mgrs sealed with paper Tape- > Pull awe out of tie dMW" tow iL (Don't flip thmugh the corftnts in the €rlccabiaet) 2. Desk Drawers- Keep dsswess tidy and avoid punzW= from scissors aratherh=ards hidden under a pile of papon, * Keep =Wr blades, thumbtaeks, acrd ad= shnp a1AM 1n. a dosed drawer_ > Clow drawers, deem% and saw with the hm& nat with your band over the tope or around the edge. (Using the handle is just as OW and ~` saves a;crushcd•band.) Gema Soft P 17 Updated: 9/22/03 > Watch out Whm you rclr irr a drawer for pencils, pegs, OrOthOr i1Car5, to avoid pct purtcros. 3. Pencil Storage: Deep pencils stared flat—not standing point up in s poet or a peach bolder. 4. Staple Remo al: Remove smples with a staple remover, not YOU fingUSO. Never test a jammed stapler with your Onm& 5. Broken Glass: D Use a broom to pick w broten glass. D Dispose of broken glass by wragpFng k marking it %gibly, and putdng it where a clear-up emw wall. sae it (ttm in a watebasketj. 6. Light Rvtb&- Hot H& bed' & caa rich t=P=W= oM 4ffF. trait for them to owl before touchia& OS AYE PROTEMON The eyes am an extremely importad put of the lrwnaa tardy and wenaturalfy protected by the eyelids and the }cony work smmunding thn-eyeball. However, Am qc injuries do oom #teey can be devasmting. Thus, employees should take precautions and use personal prvtcctivc cWpm=t wlacncvcr thm is a risk of eye wary. Here arc some additiorw safety.tips: . x . Peuffluids gay; Keep fluWficm gA&*iug and entering the eye by always pooring fluids alowly and keeping them in tight co alae_ 2. CheckYeur Han : Da r atmb eyes i€any chemlcal (even carbon pager ink) is on iraads. In it<ation cam resutt. 3. Be careful with Pencils: D Whm reaching form abject, watch out for pen ccs oir edges o€eabinets. 9 Do trot earry pewits behind the ear. 9 Whea cacgyirmg penndK keep the point down. 4. CheckTbur Viaion: AbOA6peGpleiniOundsomcmecUoufordwk sigbt, but many do wt €frons it. Poorvi on m cause accidents. Hm eyes examined for inty of the €oitowut gmptnwsq: ➢- Material oar be read only very closely or at *s le r. ➢ Eyes hurt or are inflamed. ➢ Eyes fire quickly. D Headaches fivquently occur. Genwal Safety Plea 1g Updated; 9WAI �C FUU SAFETY Neat Workspace: MainWn a =dclam. work area.. prevent tubbish lmd 1. other combustible materials ff m a"Umalating. �. Efiminst� E�ct ral nrmr&, gapLwm damaged eleetci"l coaqui avoid ovcrlaaled cireu}s. 3. Smoke Detectors: MAO mW OU =Dke detedarsWe operational. 4. No Smalcing Ituies: Obsmc the "No Smokingr rfle in all arew wla* it exists. 5. Combustible WlRterisb: Keep CMbustible materials at least 18 ianccs s my from Vpliances such as coffve tnakeM lot plates, and space heat. 6. Reporting Hazards: RepM any hoards dMYOU camot immeffiztrY can�ct; y. Promdures in Cme of E"rrea_ F"}res generally can be Prevented. Howevea, it's always best to be prepared for an emergency. Remember thesc r*s: 9 Know your e3dts so you can get Out quickly if ver y A Tum on the fare alarm. ammed':aftly Upon discavering a fire. > Know where the fire exung►ushers and otter fincefighting CqUIPn'ent are located. Know how to ogcrate the fer�ightmg �t );- Know the kind of fire that �in�sher is designed toQomhat. Note, Ail employees must also f�sli� athemselves Wiffi the deUdled pmt Go te, Ad in the vvriftssi Fire Safety p1m These brief sa€ety tiP are not intended. to be ineused as a subOlute for that plau aced arc meant vnty tv bigizl"i& some major arcs of concern. . [p PERILOUS PERIODS t , Hio Stress: People we mom apt to have accidents during "Pe�lous peri OW when they tae under UMMW . suers. Psychologists say than alntoe any iMPVrt Mt event in a pemre's lifer-good or l- may Cause Stress aad increaw the risk Of= �tmrderft. 2. Examples of Stressful perlods: Strm c=be closed by any number of factors, indudung the death of a close family member, personal iniufY or illness, mama-tee, aPPrOaching cerement, age in work hours, even anticipatum of vacation. A woman who has just been pramcted or a inan who has just gotten a divorce may be ting of other things and not Ming attention to the job at fid, GenerA Safety Plan 19 Updated: 9122/03 3. Take Care During Perflous Periods: Employees should kelp these tis of " ha ardous periods in mind so that they will be alsd and wt sadly---nvt oaf ► at the office, but offthe job too. DISCIPLINARY Y p` s wants its employees to work in a positive, pxoduotin+e atmosphere. However, entptayees who vialate safety rates must he desraptinEed in aider to profit their own safety and the safety of thrix ca -workers. DcXnding an the severity and f vqueney of a safety violation, wx emPla}PED"' MAY be: > ImmediaUly disebntged; > Suspended, or ➢ Given a written waning. /The foilowipg disciplinary guidelines ctassify vivlatiotys a=r€Iing to- their seriousness (Groups A, B, and Q, for which certain pcuOties ace suggested. Unsafe conduct by = employee may viviate several provisions of tine dist fps. This bst is intended to suggest examptes of inappra mate behavior. It is wA a compxebensive list. of O MOY vioMons for which an emplace may be disciplined or discharged - The following disciplinary polio do not in any way hind chit Company to follow a particular course of eondaeL The Company in its sole discretion may Cha-fte tlt.e" polieies at any time. In addition, nothing in Me pol#cies changes the at -will nainre of employment with the Company. An employee may sW he terminated with or without cause, whit or without notice, at the option of either the Comp ay or the emplayees, except as otherwise provided by lawn. GROUP A I . Deliberate violation of MY securitY eat safety males. 2. Being into3deated or under the iz&t=ce of=Y troitGd suhstauces while at vvo& 3. Delibemte Qr t dkka m mduet that enbng= the fife or 88ft Ofcdu=- 4. passmsipn o€alohot or megai drop on C=VaWPTemism g. Deliberate destruction of damago W COnVanY PmP - b. Deliberate falsification of my doc=ents related to sift matctter- 7. Fightkig or deliberately harrow[ rontar_t %vith co-workers, customerss or stay other member of the public while on duty or on Company grounds. Genes Wety plan 20_ -- - -_ - - Updated: 9f22M3 9. EnXm&8,4 Itornp1ay, or any Earns aFdi5ftq6ve candud &l g wvdft ho= or at arty time wlrt vta COMIMY Pte• 9. PvssegSIsta, tie ar Storing o WeVM Of aRY"sem ss mss. WVea other flim thaw uWd gs a Pad afyca*ick cyr 00*,�cn the pt�" afthe CarnPMY at w t mer- aH rd jujurim and ts ��Y w -your 1 Q'_ Ftsilurc to =port�� ut, �us3iag � iU �a �ml� 8f� 5u�rv�nr ar a Cly � Company, an cmptO3M msu nrter, or timber of the p�i� g"M aft is mq)m rWe far the damagcs. GROUP B #fat dMugm CamPMY Prof 2- Neglig to gt]i of t *OM I ilIgntentiattal 99OW viols aw *a eudmger *6 S*tyas 4.. Failure to newt O n&gOns that ow befiis 'he unsaft. S. Fails= to report defective cgeu nett Or uMM& vane"'fi arrs Ofany e44wcla or fuilwes That. may �M � �F1°`�� amu' os member ofthe public. _6.Sme ttg of eafog in waaufhorized 7. Specdinrg cart apemfion of a fOMft cr other CAMq)2M vel�cle. S. DrMngaforitift OFtYOd=mach'nery vAhwireqdved appo W. 9, f:aHUM tQ pmpaty ward aafay itfaamadion for Mich Ow # Bible. 10. Improper rtchW to obey a SuPavisor's se instrttrbio'll• 11. Any betllSeMrrtar2ntAganistic con&act taomM co-wwka % sem, Qat austsamers. GROUP C 1. V ioleptiw of Personal Protective equapnaent (pppolicy *a dow not IMMD Wury to OnwWor uthcrs. 2. poor guvining or a bick of elearslirncss. Genesi Saf y Piers 21 Updated: 9122%03 I POOrli0wekMing- 4. Fgih C to partj.cijx + m-Smup SAW uiwtinp. g. Failure to prapaty and immediately WF04 axty &OQK1Mt or h*"' 6. Failure to properly and im=diady vVed any accident I'll �ampany equipment. 7. Fsilureto perfam inspections aftools and mu,chineay. 8. Failte to Mort machine or toot deficiencies. 9. Failure to Imn compam safety Teles and meat am DISCIPLINARY PENALTIES IST offense 1�d Gtfcuse a offme Croup A mediate D'uscha►rge Group B Warm ag or Suspension lie CsrB>alt c Watting Warning or Suspension Ilischmge WRITTEN WARM NGS �r written, gags Tray be3p emplaye's ow whets they stain% snd imp Whew gin, is to b= wriam v wninp that include ft Vu their nccamas- 3'heopaxtYrnp ull include $ alt of *c ems for the s�saes dissatis m �' actions you need t or nesuits the t ne d to be achieved to aEvaid furlker problws- However, the written warniagp do not tepEly ahligatt or bind the Employer or niter #hest wilt nature the emptoyee`s +�p�m� with the Company. An easgtoyee who has remixed a warning may,ga be terrninaled with our T au# Caster and with -or without mire, st anx time= Any rmpivyee,who gives aWrtUM Mming nefttdy eek edge tceiptby the warning. An emptvyee � with the vnitten wwning MY � signingsor. Ia is gene* best to in€arnt the his or her reasons for dig so with the sugee� #ham is a a� vf � supervisor of any error at the time that the v=Aing is issued. h3� suppes d p has t ot the forth for the employee to do sa An cx*j3yee v+ho behcVea that a regonded y to the employees meats may corttad _ , 0MCM1 l liner c=cn i safty'PtM 22 L1p€i W& 9f2iM3 �SCtPAR 'ID EMPLOYEE l�ste:: EmPloyee Nme :I Ei NGdee :3 Sind Native t)aysswpmded (if Wp#iea6le) Dcpartmcttt We belicvc that an employee wants %know if he ems' 81w is violaft CDmp=y Puft ar failing go follow Company rule& This dNdphmuF AMw ss to pravidc you nonce of n viamon ofCzmpany policy. Iffe}we vw. the Ctftipaby is trot o6f�mted to preividlo e97 warnings or to retain an Mptaye t � a warner �* �n � All emRplol+� ploYee esu he $r qmpioyd stwtR "At-wW smpluyment mesas ttrat an c�oa a e termurtttea with or wfhoot cam with eir wi*ffat 80fier, at my time, at the option of either the Compaag or the empioyeae. your C.Dmhwt is Mt in keqAg with Camp pmetrees. wwnlod,6 gad Policies for ihe hw foUawing zmsom:= (Indicate spec munkrd4 4wd polkits wfrh which ft errWayac failed to cvnrp�p.j Suncations for improvement: Employce Commenw (Nate: Ane mplayee Omdd aftbisarbzrdismens wi& 6e waw in wrmnl) Crrz� soft 23 'Updated: 9f1Z103 {-. copy received by: Emplorm sipature CDPY tO empiPyee fide 3 e emeri Safay Ptah 24 - _ - y,,.c trcaunenr or ;water- rom carwashes, said BritVance, public works director for Bentonville. Neither Springdale or Fayette- ville has regulations governing carwashes, spokesmen for the from carwashes-also will lower the cost of treatment, he said. A Siloam springs carwash owner thinks that banning Phos- phates in soaps won't do much to clean up the streams. 6 Continued from Page 16 zynski said. If approved, the MDS plant would be the frrst.medical waste disposal facility in the city, Bo- xyaski said. Representatives from MDS of Tennessee, which is based' in Nashville, could not be'reached for comment- . MDS .proposes to .build -a 10,00 -square -foot, one-story building; which would contain offices arid the medical waste disposal equipment. After -the waste is treated through the autoclave, or steamin ing process, it would be com- pacted and dropped off at the nearby BFI landfill on Mabel - vale Pike. The land is ,now zoned for industrial use and the planning commission is considering whether .to grant a conditional use permit for the plant. If -approved, the facility would have 12 to 29 employees and would operate 24 hours a day. It would process medical waste from Arkansas and from _ �....�p Y,` LXCr txCWS7 called surfactants are added. Q111vutlivt residential The replacement chemicals, interested such as sodiums citrate, are more that use me expensive and less effective than of water p phosphorus, said Jeff Peterson, their waste director of government relations the sewer out of state. Members of Southwest Unit- edd for Progress have voted to oppose the facility, Berry said. ,,It would have a negative irim pact on southwest Little Rock," at -large City Director Joan Ad- cock said. "Already we have BE (jandf Ul and. sexually oriented businesses. It seems like lots of things that are negative in a community are piling up in southwest. A Springdale firefighter tends to a victim of a two -vehicle accident in the northbo-L Sunday morning south of Wagon Wheel Road. Arkansas Stat*j, oper L rry the Mazda was taken to Northwest Medical Center in Springdale•: -, Rogers driver wed in c a of�i•e�th Cave Sprmgs t U 5 71B at Price - .The ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT GAZEM svutll on a A Cave Springs police of- Lane in Rogers' ficer travelingacross Benton Garcia was pronounced County on Saturday wasdead at St. Mary's Hospital in in- Rogers a hospital spokesman track holds Spangler, 24, was responutZ Broken to a call in Little Flock and was train up for S hours northbound on U.S. 71 Business about 1:40 p.m. ARKANSAS DEMacRATGA2E 1T His cruiser struck a late- mode lDodge Stratus driven by Francisco Garcia, 20, of Rog- ers who was attempting to turn WALNUT RIDGE — Pas- sengers on the northbound Am- trak Texas Eagle train traveling through Arkansas viiere-delayed eight hours on Sunday because of a break in the trach, company officials said. Marcie Golgoski said the train was delayed because the Univas Pacific trackwas impassable. She 'said Union Pacific stopped the train and held it for what ended up being an eight-hour delay. '"When it got to that point we decided to terminate the train __a t..... ecanoPrc the rest of said. The police car's front -left fender and engine were crashed in the collision. Spangler went to North- west Medical Center of Benton County in Bentonville on his own, where he was treated and released with ininor cuts d bruises, said Rogers Police CP" Brian Faster. paztxne for cox Lt. Jes: Flock clined dent o filer w Fos vestig icvlog are pe Fit identi car de and lc Banking theway YOU wantit I..iiirtr or!tf11dP_11t nn 10640 Site Location Map Scale 1" = 2000' MAR -16-2065 16:17 FROM: <0', Ar.-rohy b o zyvsk; Pro,,'. B o 13 � ra,,, 9 k,,- 70:3993435 P.1 A)a---Anla-/4,.aao 5 3 P.— a ca eek., YY� a►.tc,1., 171 �at7 5 G�,t- 4 j P,•. �Q Q�.e-�. aQ moi, ` Solr � � � �z so Sal " �7-a3 RPR -25-2005 14:37 FROM: -0:3993435 P.1 vs 2, S, Z S' �� Hurricane Valley, Inc. Professional Engineering Consultants P.O. Boz 118 (72089) 1506 Prickett Road Bryant, AR Tel 501-847-7282 Fax 501-847-2431 August 9, 2004 Mr. Dana Carney Zoning & Subdivision Manager Dept. of Planning & Development 723 West Markham Little Rock, AR 72201-1334 Ref Request for Condition Use Permit for 5400 Scott Hamilton Drive Dear Mr. Carney: On behalf of MDS of Tennessee I would like to submit the attached application for a conditional use permit. Items included are: ■ Copy of the Notice of Intent to File with certified mail receipts. (Form No. 2) • Copy of Application for Conditional Use Permit (CUP). (Form No. 3) ■ Copy of Notice of Public Hearing before the Little Rock PIanning Commission. (Form No. 4) 7 Copy of the Condition Use Permit. (Form No. 5) 0 Copy of Warranty Deed. Please note that CMSMNGT, hie. is owned by MDS of Tennessee. • List of property owners within 1000 ft. of the proposed facility. • Permit application for the non -incineration treatment of biohazard medical waste submitted to the Arkansas dept. of Health Utility responses. (CAW, CenterPoint Energy, SBC, Entergy, BFI) • 17 copies of the proposed site plan. • 1- copy of current boundary survey. If you have any questions or require additional information, please call or write. Sincerely, (24 r-. Charles F. Best, P.E. Copy: Mr. Gary Gilliam MDS of Tennessee 1941 Cement Plant Road Nashville, TN 37208 615-594-0338 Mr. Bob Slaughter MDS of Tennessee Little Rock, Arkansas_ 501-217-0233 �� aaSl 1506 Prickett Road ♦ P.O. Box 118 ♦ Bryant, AR 72-089 ♦ 501-84727292 ♦ Fax 501-847-2431 January 5, 2005 ADEQ -Air Division P.O. Box 8913 Little Rock, AR 72219-8913 To Whom It May Concern: Attached to this letter is a mirror source permit application for Commodore Medical Services (CMS). CMS is proposing to build a medical waste treatment facility in Little Rock. This facility will utilize an autoclave to destroy the biological components of the medical waste. The waste will then be sent to a landfill. CMS requests that ADEQ review our permit application and make a determination if an air permit will be required for our facility. If it is decided that a permit is required, we will submit a complete application at that point. Thank you for your consideration of our application. If you have questions about our application or our proposed facility, I can be reached at (501) 454-2250. Sincerely, [Your name here] Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality AIR DIVISION MINOR SOURCE PERMIT APPLICATION FORMS May 2003 (revised July 2004) p zz O O oxo w � zz oFo7.� 0. 0 Oa d� RR a S o4�r �0 o Frti2 n fl li s z � 0 w 0 o � 0 O A X a En 0 O a 8 a a � n It Co O N ti 0 v to v 04 a 0z z� U4 a < � aa oOG�-• Q U a A 0 0, uj uj �l Falgg I 1 I I i OZ -. O ao o 0 p 0 0 F of 0 ❑ z n It Co O N ti 0 v to v 04 Commodore Medical Services Air Permit Calculations Natural Gas Combustion - From AP -421.4 - Tables 1.4-1 S 1.4-2 6 million Btu/hr boiler Main Burner 6,000.000.00 btu/hr Total 6,000,000.00 btulhr 0.57 Ib NOx/hr CO 2.102 tpy OAS Ib CO/hr 6 mmbtu/hr 0.190 tpy 0.043 Ib PM/hr SO2 NOx 6 MMBtu/ * 1 scf NG/ 100 Ib NOW = 0.57 lb NOx/hr hr 1050 Btu 1 MMscf NG CO 6 MMBtu/ * 1 scf NGI * 84 Ib COI = 0.48 Ib C01hr hr 1050 Btu 1 MMscf NG PM 6 MMBtu/ * 1 scf NGI 7.6 Ib PM/ - 0.043 Ib PM/hr hr 1050 Btu 1 MMscf NG SO2 6 MMBtu/ * i scf NG/ * 0.6 Ib S021 = 0.00343 Ib S02./hr hr 1050 Btu 1 MMscf NG VOC 6 MMBtuI * 1 scf NGI * 5.5 lb VOCI = 0.0314 Ib VOC/hr hr 1050 Btu 1 MMscf NG Total Hours 8760 Boiler Emissions NOx 2.503 tpy 0.57 Ib NOx/hr CO 2.102 tpy OAS Ib CO/hr PM 0.190 tpy 0.043 Ib PM/hr SO2 0.0150 tpy 0.0034 Ib S02/hr VOC 0.138 tpy 0.031 Ib VOC/hr INTRODUCTION The applicant should review the information provided in the general information supplement. This information will aid the applicant in completing the minor source Minor Source Permit application form. Mail the signed original and a copy of the completed application and required attachments. If the application includes Confidential Information, mail one complete (original) confidential application and one copy of the non -confidential application. Mail all applications to the address below: Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality Our street address is: Attention: Air Division Post Office Box 8913 Little Rock, AR 72219-8913 8001 National Drive Liffle Rock, AR 72209 Our phone number is: 1 (501)682-0744 Our Fax number is: 1 (501) 682-0753 2 Message Page 1 of 1 Morrissey, Darren From: Brown, Derrick Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2005 8:49 AM To: Morrissey, Darren Subject: RE: Storm Water Question No, this facility would not need a storm water permit from us and should not have a process water discharge that would require a discharge permit. Please call if you need further clarification. -----Original Message ----- From: Morrissey, Darren Sent: Tuesday, January 04, 2005 11:54 AM To: Brown, Derrick Subject: Storm Water Question Derrick, Ron and I met this morning with a company that wants to build a facility in Little Rock that will treat medical waste. They will be using an autoclave to heat the waste to kill the biological pollutants and then send the waste to a landfill. They were asking what permits they will need. I assumed that they would need an industrial storms water permit, but couldn't find a category that they might fall under. As near as I can tell, their SIC code would be 4953 - Refuse Systems. Can you let me know it they would be required to have a storm water permit? Thanks for your help. Darren Morrissey Program Coordinator - Business Assistance ADEQ - Customer Service Division (501) 662-0824 1/5/2005 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR MINOR SOURCES (CONT'D) AFIN: I Date:.J S. NAICS Number {if own): b. Type of Facility: (Example: kraft paper mill, woo fumiture mfg, asphalt Type of Permit Application (check ne): Initial Permit for New Facility if the AFIN i. Initial Permit for Vxisting Facility List permit # Modification List curren known, list the County location: any current air permits: De Minimae Change List carr t permit #:' Administrative Amendment List cuplent permit #: Please check below for a name than §Kor a transfer of ownership Mame change L'4 current permit #: Transfer of Ownership Igist current permit #: Expected Date of Cornmenc6nent of Construction or Reconstruction: _ Anticipated Date of Operation: 9. Is any source subject to a HSPS or NESHAP requirement? F V-6 CONTROL EQUIPMENT OPERATING PARAMETERS Source No: Description: r Fabric Filter Operating Parameters: Gas/Cloth Ratio:, 1 Pressure Drop Across Ba ouse: in. H2O min in. H2O (max) Inlet Gas Temperature: OF (min) T (max) Outlet Gas Temperature: OF (mitt) T (max) Inlet Gas Flow Rate: r Electrostatic Precipitator 01peratin rameters: I Pressure Dro Inlet Gas Temperature- O (max) Gas Veloci (through ESP): .Conditioning Agent Additions: Voltage and Current Readings for each ' Transformer -Rectifier (T -R) Set: P,xam le: fir4i 3 fields - 3 at 50 KVA (55 kVp, 35 kV,,' 500 mA) 11t 2 fields - 4 at 64 KVA (70 kVA, 45 kV,,,, 500 mA) 7 STORAGE TANK SUMMARY FORM GENERAL INFORMATION Facility Name: Source No.: Spherical Tank Capacity: Average Outage: GaIlghs Barrels Tank Dimensions: Height nits Diameter Units Length nits Width Units OPERA NAL DATA Max. Filling Rate:allonslHr Cylindric al Spherical Barrels5k Average Outage: Roof Paint Color: Feet Average Throughput: GallonslYr Gray BarrelslYr Turnovers per Year: m 1 xkyT /%YT A T1 A rnrrn- n rC,PrTi4C 1 r? rrs-. IA -:F1...3 x- —%x Tank Shape: Cylindric al Spherical Other: Please Describe: Roof Paint Color: White I Specular Gray Light Gray Med Gray Other: Please Specify Color: Shell Paint Color. White Specular Gray Light Gray Med Gray Other: Please Specify Color: Tank Condition: Good Fair Poor FIXED ROOF TANK INFORMATION Cone Roof Dome Roof Roof Height Feet FLOATING ROOTS TANK INFORMATION i TANK STATUS Status: Double Deck ' I Pontoon New Construction Alteration Neither Seal Type: TANK TYPE Underground Double Fixed Roof ©then Describe: Internal Floating Roof External Floating Roof kiveted Welded Pressure Other: Please Describe: On Top Internally Heated Insulated Other: Please Explain FIXED ROOF TANK INFORMATION Cone Roof Dome Roof Roof Height Feet FLOATING ROOTS TANK INFORMATION i Roof Type: Double Deck ' I Pontoon Identify material to be stored in tank: O /Describe: _ Seal Type: Density Ingle Double 4-F(max) ©then Describe: Shell Construction: T (min) kiveted Welded Other: Please Describe: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If the tank has any other type of roof cover, describe: Identify material to be stored in tank: /Molecular Weight: I Density Lb/Gal 4-F(max) API Storage Temperature: T (min) V 0\� PETROLEUM PRODUCTS/ORGANIC MATERIALS Vapor Pressure: Lbs Reid Ior PSI Absolute at F Initial Boiling Point: OF Flash Point I I °F (heavy petroleum products ly} SOLUTIONS Solvent: Dissolved Material: Concentration of Dissolved Material; Concentration of Dissolved Material: Percent by Weight Percent by Volume Pounds per Gallon GAS Material Stored f -- Storage Pressure: PSI Gage at °F 10 G1. STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES 1.0 Biomedical Waste Autoclave Summary Biomedical waste is decontaminated by steam treatment in autoclave units. Historically, autoclaving of steam sterilization has been a safe and effective method of blomedical waste treatment. Sy autoclaving biomedical waste, the waste is rendered non-infectious and made suitable for landfill disposal. Biomedical waste treatment is accomplished by steam exposure for a sufficient temperature, pressure, and time period. MDS monitors the sterilization performance by placing Bacillus steanothermophilus pores into the center of a challenged waste load at least once every 40 operational hours in each autoclave. After autoclaving, the spores are incubated and monitored for microbiological growth (i.e. no -growth indicates that effective waste treatment has been achieved). The MDS autoclave system is equipped with a programmable controller that continuously monitors temperature and pressure. Temperature and pressure sensors provide the programmable controller with continuous data reflecting the environment within the autoclave. The plant operators do not have authorized access to the programmable controller. Waste handling and autoclave treatment procedures are further described in the folfowing. 1.1 Biomedical Waste Storage and Handling MD5 transports all biornedical waste in properly licensed and operated vehicles. MDS drivers are properly licensed and trained to provide safe, efficient, and courteous pickup and transport of the biomedical waste in accordance with local state, and federal regulations. Biomedical waste is stored within designated work and storage areas. These areas are constructed with a smooth, impermeable surface that is easily maintained in a sanitary condition to prevent vermins, harboring of insects, and objectionable odors off-site, in accordance witil state regulations. Unattended roll -offs, trailers, or route trucks storing medical waste on-site are secured and locked. 6fomedical waste will not be stored for a period greater than that allowed by state regulations. MDS will maintain records for biomedical waste received and treated at the facility for a minimum period of three years, in accordance with state regulations. Biomedical waste handling takes place within the facility's waste processing and work areas. Chemotherapy and pathological waste may not be treated by steam autoclave. In the event that such waste is encountered, such waste is segregated and transported to a permitted treatment facility. MDS loads biomedical waste into autoclave bins that are approximately six feet long, four feet wide, and four feed deep. These loaded bins are transferred by forklift. The sequences of unloading and loading of waste bins are further described in Section Z.Q. All personnel manually and directly handling biomedical waste must wear impermeable gloves and protective clothing to help prevent accident exposure in according with state regulations. All reusable waste containers are disinfected either by chemical disinfectant or by hot water/steam exposure in accordance with state regulations. 2.0 Stearn Autoclave Summary MDS will treat medical waste through steam sterilization in an autoclave so that the waste can safely be deposited in permitted solid waste landfills. in accordance with the state regulations, the biomedical waste Is subjected to pressurized saturated steam that delivers the thermal treatment required for effective decontamination rendering the waste non-infe�ous and safer for disposal ata sanitary landfill. The autoclave temperature and pressure are continuously monitored and recorded during the entire length of each autoclave cycle for assurance that me proper operating temperature has been achieved. to addition, biological indicators are utiiized periodically for quality control. The system processes control records and generated informativer data illustrating the environment (time. pressure, and temperature) of every load processed. Bacillus stearothermaphllus sprsres are placed in the center of a waste load at least once every 40 Operational hours in each autoclave. A quality control log recording the biological indicator results is maintained current at the facility. The temperaturcipressure data charts and the quality control logs provide the stat with essential information that establishes reasonable assurance of effective biomedical waste treatment in accordance with biomedical waste treatment regulations. 2.1 Definitions A. Blt7rradical waste: any solid or liquid vmte which may present a threat of irdiecdon to humans, Including iron -liquid tissue, body parts, blond, blood producis, and body fluids from humans and alher primates: labomtM and veterinary wastes which contain human disease -causing agents. and discarded sharps. The following are also included - Used. absorbent materfats saturated with blood, blood Products. body fluids. or excretions or secretions contaminated with visibte blood. and absorbent materiels saturated with blaod or blood products which have dried, v, H. Non-absorbent, disposable devices that have been contaminated with blood, body fluids, or secretions or excretions visibly contaminated wfth blood that have not been treated by an approved method. B. Biological indicator testing: ampule containing Bacillus stearofherrwphilus, or equivalent, placed in the approximate center of the load at least once every 40 operational hours In each autaciave unit. The ampules are retrieved from the subjected load arra Incubated and examined for no color change indicating sufficient temperature, presgure, and time to kill Bacillus stearotherrrmcphilus. C. ThermOcoUpleIRTp: device used to measure temperature in the autoclave. Time thermocouplelRTD is attached to a record -frig device that cOntirmuously records the temperature within the atitoClave. 2.2 Biomedical Waste Treafrrmernt: Procedures The shift supervisor shall review daily aut miave production records (Or accuracy and integrity, The records shall be maintained et the fragility for a minirntimn of 3 years_ The follOwing steps define time MDS procedures for Operation of the autoclave for at least one cyc€e_ a. Place Mer in empty autoclave bin. i. NO liner is required when treating boxed waste only b. Fully load biomedical vista into autoclave bin. C. Transfer loaded waste bins into autoclave unit d. Close autoclave door and activate door lock hydrauffe: system until autoclave door is fully locked. Engage mechanical safety arm. e. Activate start autoclave process cycle. f. After complaon of process cycle verify that pressure is at or below 7 prig. g. Disengage mechanical safety arm and confirm no pressure release an trail float h. Activate door unlock hydraulic system until autoclavO is fuily Unlocked. i. Completely open autoclave door. Must be in fully open position j. Transfer wasie bfn to the Compactor and dump the treated biomedical waste into the solid waste GoMpector. k. Transport fclll solid waste compactors tD permitted final disposal sites (landfill or incinerator)_ 2.3 Emergency Shutdown Procedure The autoclave operators have the capability t❑ command an emergency shutdown of the waste treatment pracess at any time. IF a System problem develops, then the operator can Immediately shut down the cycle by activating the cycle stop on the central panel. Waste that has experienced an Emergency Shutdown/Abort must tae re -subjected to another waste treatment cycle. If any autoclave operator executes an emergency shutdown, the operator must notify the supervisor. The supervisor shall conduct Immediate inspection and determine the cause of the problem and determine corrective action to be undertakan. The supervisor shall require that all biomedical waste that experiences an Emergency ShuWown be re -subjected to a complete autoclave prace55 cycle. 3.a Quality Assurance Summary Each aulodave unit Is evaluated for effectiveness with spores of Bacww 51'ear0lf1erm0ptr11us, or egtrivalenl, at least Once every 40 hours of operation in accordance wird state regulations. A Bacillus stearolhermoph#us ampule (biological Indicator) sl)all be placed Into the center of one waste bin loaded into each autsrclave. The results of the biological test shall be recorded and maintained In written Ings at the facility for a pend of at feast three years and are made readily available for inspection by authorized personnel. 3•"l Biological Monitoring €'rocedum a. Mark the "Challenge biological ampule with date, time. and autoclave unit number. b. Place 'Challenge' bkft9ical ampule in the approximate center of a fully loaded waste bin. C. Process waste load in accordance with Section 2.0 d. Retrieve the `Challenge" bIologjcal arnpule. e. Place 'Challenge' b1ologic-al ampule into the Incubator and record date and time into Quahty Control log. f. Mark a virgin "Control' biological contort ampule with the letter V and the date and time. g. Place 'Control' biological ampule into the incubator_ a_ Only one 'Control" ampule is required for each batch order number of the ampules. h. After 48 hours incubation, retrieve the 'Challenged' ampule and the "Control". i. Check ampule and examine liquid color changes as follows: a. NO COLOR CHANGE = negative growth (pass = Satisfaclory Treatment) b. COLOR CHANGE = Positive Growth (Fail = Unsatisfactory Treatment) 'The'Challenged' ampule should exhibit NO COLOR CHANGE. *The 'Control' ampule should exhibit COLOR CHANGE Record results onto autoclave Quality Control Log. 3.2 Biological Ampule Description An ampule containing Bacillus stearothermophilus, or equivalent, spores is placed in the center of a waste load to monitor autoclave performance for sufficient temperature and pressure for sufficient time to kill the spores. Each autoclave unit is evaluated for effectiveness with the biological ampule at least once every 40 hours of operation in accordance with state regulations. 4.0 Training/Routine Maintenance Checks 4.1 Operator Training Prior to operating the medical waste treatment autoclaves, the employee must read and understand the Standard operating Procedures. The facility manager will provide a plant tour and demonstrate on-the-job training. Then, the employee will initial each provision in the Standard Operating Procedure manual. 4.2 Routine Maintenance Checks The autoclave treatment system is visually inspected on a daily basis for steam leaks, water leaks, and steam trap obstructions. Significant steam and water leaks that inhibit effective operation or expose personnel to unsafe conditions will require immediate shutdown of the problem autoclave unit. Similar discrepancies noted with the boiler and/or steam supply piping will require shutdown of the boiler and waste treatment operation. The noted discrepancy will be immediately rectified and documented onto a Plant Maintenance Record Log. The autoclave and boiler shall be operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual. G2. See G1 H3. At the end of each cycle the condensation cools and changes back into water. The water is then piped to a blow -down separator that cools the water and releases it to the sewer. H4. The waste is melted and fused together. For the most part, the original properties of the waste remain the same, except that the waste has been made sterile. H5. The sterilized waste is compacted into sealed trailers and transported to the landfill for final disposal. 11. The only hazard associated with this process is scalding, caused by not following the set procedures guiding proper handling of the waste and machinery. 12. All employees who come in contact with the waste sterilization process are required to wear the proper PPE equipment. The extremities and eyes are protected by gloves, boots, and goggles designed to limit all employees' exposure. 13. All employees are provided with Hepatitis and Tetanus shots. All employees are required to receive Blood Borne Pathogen and OSHA safety training before assignment to any job duties. All employees receive a refresher training course every six months to insure that they understand the laws; additionally, this refresher course tends to lower the accident rate, thus keeping our employees safer. K1. The autoclave process is safer and more economical to operate than any other technology for medical waste treatment. The autoclave process produces no known environmental problems. This process has been in use across the world for many years and has proven to be a safe and efteative process to treat medical waste. IK2. There are no known problems with #is system. K3. The autoclave system is very simple to operate. The waste is loaded into autoclave carts_ These carts are plac-ed into tha autoclave. The door is sealed. Pressing the'startr button begins the automatic system that governs the autoclave. Operating pressure (275) rises inside the vessel, beginning a 30 -Minute cycle. The system bio" down automatically, and the doors are opened to remove the waste carts. The waste carts ere dumped into a compacWr, and the cycle can start again. Reference G1, G2, ( 1.1,3.0,3.2) 154. The system is Simple to maintain. There are no moving pmts Except for the doors. The doors have bearings in the hinges thathave to be greased. The door seal has to be replaced when a leak is detected. K5. Reference G1, G2(3.3) Standard Operating Procedures. K6. See K5. K7. The ma)dmum toad that can be created per cycle, per autoclave is 6.000 pounds. ICS. 42 minutes 1.1-I.7. Does not apply M1, M2_ Please sea 01,G2 (4-1) Standard Operating Procedures M2. Alone, J� US. The treatment process is separate from the test in this respect. The sterility text is to Check the system to insure that thane are no adjustments needed to the automatic pmuessing of the medical waste. The whole praceSs is recorded on a graph. If for some unknown reason in reviewing these graphs we find a discrepancy, we run another sterility test and in some rata cases the cycle is repeated on the same load to insure that all systems are functioning property, and that the waste is effectively sterilized. Ms. See M5, M7. The process monitors are directly connected to the process. The process operates an the direction of a specific temperature of 275 degrees. The pressure and temperature are relattve. The system has micro switches that control the length and temperature of the cycle. MS. The process monitor can be overridderr by an aperator, but the operator would have to know the set up codas to do this. No operator is authorized to possess that information, M9. The operating system is sui jest to failure; however, we maintain surplus repair parts 50 a5 to minimize downtime in the cyclo to a worst-case scenario, we would divert the waste to another plant in the event we ware unable to fix the problem. N2. NO recypiing program has been approved for medico waste at tats tarns. N3. See N2. 03. Autoclaving of medical waste is the most efficient process known 04. Volume reduction is 40% P. Pfease find a copy of MDS of Tennessee's Permit By Rule included in this application. J s Refr+ences Federal Register, page 12336 J1I 01,54,ly0 W1 Pridek March 24, 'E989/ EPA. Cace of Soltd Waste ° Rules and R . Alterrative5 to l e9u�ns AI.TE�tNATI rtcinera6cn Environment Studies TECHNOLOGY Ot8CR1PTIQNS, by Mark J. Huff, Peter defier, VCU Center for Ce0rgle Department of Natural Resourses, Rules and R GiJiDA�lGI= FUR �Ai-�tATiNG MEpIC/�L tfy egulation zonceming Skim ba Waste RePfl , Office of Solid Waste, U -S_ Environmental Prvttec�on q T ECHNpLpGlES, final 9 oY. Washington, DC 2045a MDS of Tennessee 1221 Sixth Avenue North, NashviIIe, TN 37208 August 27, 2004 Answers to questions from the Arkansas Department of Health Application for Evaluation and Approval of Medical Waste Treatment Technologies. A3. The treatment technology of autoclaving for medical waste has been approved by the federal government for many years. Every state in the United States of America has approved this process for medical waste sterilization. The description of medical waste in the Federal Register includes approved processing types, described as follows, DOT Code 173.134 Class 6 Division 6.2,(4),(b),(iv): 'A material, including waste, that previously contained an infectious substance and has been treated by steam sterilization, chemical disinfection, or other appropriate method, so that it no longer poses the hazard of an infectious substance..." There are some states, such as Tennessee, that issue a Permit By Rule stating that even though the state has no direct law concerning this process, they have issued a permit to process medical waste through autoclaving in Tennessee.' The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection Division Chapter 391-3-4, Solid Waste Division, .15,(f) 2 states, "Decontamination by heating with steam under pressure (autoclave) so as to render the biomedical waste noninfectious..." The EPA contract # 68 -WO -0032, Sio-emissions from Medical Waste Treatment Technologies_ Evaluation of Indicator Microorganism Recovery, dated 1993, prepared by Richard M. Hall and Eugene C. Cole from the Research Triangle Institute, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 contains the complete research on autoclaving and on emissions levels associated with this technology. This research was done in order to aid hospitals and other medical providers by providing them with the criteria necessary to judge various methods for rendering their waste not infectious. ADEQ F,2,a of THE MANAGEMENT OF MEDICAL WASTE FROM GENERATORS AND HEALTH CARE RELATED FACILITIES STATES "Steam under pressure (autoclaving)- steam at 248 degrees Fahrenheit (120) degrees Celsius) at 15 psi for (30) minutes" is the requirement for properly treating medical waste. Having stated the laws that usually represent the minimum requirements, MDS processes at 275 degrees for (30) minutes. This is almost a 10% increase above the minimum of your State requirements. E1. The most common test for sterility in the medical field is the Stearothermophilus test tATCC- 7953).2 This test is approved for use in steam autoclaves as referenced (AAMI-SSSA-1988) and under (ANSI/AAMi, ST37-1992) as listed in Good Hospital Practice for sterilizing medical instruments. MDS follows their guidelines to properly test the loads of medical waste. Each test is logged with the results and the date. Since each load is processed the same way and the equipment operates automatically, once the process starts, MDS only tests on a random basis (usually every 40 hours) unless the state in which the plant is located has different guidelines. We have found the above-mentioned test to be efficient and the results reliable. F2. Since the by-products only last for a period of moments, there is no reason to enact any control measures. F3. Odor is a by-product of any type of garbage. The odor is briefly emitted when the autoclave 1 A copy of MDS of Tennessee's Permit By Rule in Tennessee is included in this application. Y A complete analysis and description of the Stearothermophilus test developed by the STERIS Corporation is included in this application. door is opened; however, it quickly goes away. At the end of the autoclave cycle, heat and steam are released and quickly cool in the atmosphere. j G1. STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES 1.0 Biomedical Waste Autoclave Summary - Biomedicat waste is decontaminated by steam treatment in autoclave units. Historically, autoclaving of steam sterilization has been a safe and effective method of biomedical waste treatment By autoclaving biomedical waste, the waste is rendered non-infectious and made suitable for landfill disposal. Biomedical waste treatment is accomplished by steam exposure for a sufficient temperature, pressure, and time period. MDS monitors the sterilization performance by placing Bacillus steamthermophAis }tares into the center of a challenged waste load at least once every 44 operational hours in each autoclave. After autoclaving, the spores are incubated and monitored for microbiological growth (i.e. no -growth indicates that effective waste treatment has been achieved). The MDS autoclave system is equipped with a programmable controller that continuously monitors temperature and pressure. Temperature and pressure sensors provide the programmable controller with continuous data reflecting the environment within the autoclave. The plant operators do not have authorized access to the programmable controller. Waste handling and autoclave treatment procedures are further described in the following. 1.1 Biomedical Waste Storage and Handling MD5 transports all biomedical waste in properly licensed and operated vehicles. MDS drivers are properly licensed and trained to provide safe, affcient, and courteous pickup and transport of the biomedical waste in accordance with locaf state, and federal regulations. Biomedical waste is stored within designated work and storage areas. These areas are constructers with a smooth, impermeable surface that is easily maintained in a sanitary condition to prevent vermin, harboring of insects, and objWionable odors off -Site, in accordance with state regulations. Unattended roll -offs, trailers, or route trucks Storing medical waste on-site are secured and locked. Biomedical waste will not be stored for a period greater than that allowed by slate regulations. MDS will maintain records for biomedical waste received and treated at the facility for a rnWrnurn period of three years, in accordance with state regulations. Biomedical waste handling takes place within the fa:iftty's waste processing and work areas. Chemotherapy and pathological waste may not be treated by steam autoclave. In the event that such waste Is encountered, such waste is segregated and transported to a permitted treatment facility. MDS loads biomedical waste into autoclave bins that are approximately six fleet long, tour feet wide, and four feed deep. These loaded bins are transferred by forklifL The sequences of unloading and loading of waste bins are farther described in Section 2-0. All personnel manually and directly handling biomedical waste must wear impermeable gloves and protective clothJng to help prevent accadent exposure in according with state regulations, All reusable waste containers are disinfected either by chemical disinfectant or by hot waterlsteam exposure in accordance with state regulations. 2-0 Steam Autualsve Summary MDS will treat medical waste through s earn steri Cation in an autoclave so that Ow waste can safety to deposited in permitted solid waste tendlllts_ In woo dance WIM the state regulations, the biomedical wasW is duDlec ted to preasur> O SaWra d steam that derlvers the thermar treatmenn required for effeedve decontamination rendering ttte waste non-inffttious and sate for d"sel at a 80=y IMOOL The autoclave temperature and presses are conOnvo:usty monitored and Seconded dig the entire tength of each wtodave cycle for assurance amt, Me proper operaWg temperature has been achiemd. M adctton, WlogW Indicators are utlllzst! perwmlly for quality control. The system pmcaaws c+ontral records and generated kdarmative data I tmOa1mg dw environment (time, pressure. and temperature) of every load pnccessed Bacillus slearothermophilus sprues are placed In the center of a waste bad at feast once every Ott' operational ham in each autoclave. A quality log recording the biologlral indicator results is maintained confront atVw fealty. The temperaturelpreswre dais charts and the quality coat lags provide ft stat with essential Inforrrhation that establishes reason2ble aitsuranw of effective biarnedicaf waste treatment In accordance with biomedical waste treatment regulations. 2.1 Dsflnitions A Womedical owde any slid or liquid waste width may preseM a thrift of lniectlon to humans, Including noll4quid tsscre. bxly pens, Wwd, blood poducts, and body fluids ftm humans and *ar prrnates, Wore" and veterinary wastes which contAn hurrrsn disease -causing agents; and dls� sharps. The fotIa, ng are also included: 1. Used, absorbent materials saturated with mood. blood products, body fl ufds, or excmtsans or seer fives c onb 3mki.ated with visible blood: and absorbent mater saturated with brood or blood produces whist have dried. ii. Non-absorbdspesable dmrices than have bw contaminalledwith blood. body Raids, or secretions or exmi ions v% tycontammated with blood fled have not ban treated by art approved method. B. B&Ogtcaf i>nftatortesting ampule containing Sacxi`fiis steam(hemmptnlus; or equNalant, placed in the appro)cirrtale center of the load at least once every 40 oPeratiol at trouts to each auWave unit The ampules are retrieved Pram the Subjected toed aim Ine+ibatixt and examined for no calor (Mange indicating sufliciaf l temperatWc, Pressum and time to kill BacRus steart:ffr6lrriaphAa. C. ThOrmcccouPkFRTU device used the measure tempomMm In the auioctave. The ftffnQoouplelRTD ftattached to a sew efing device ihat continuously mcwds lite ternparature within the aulactam 7.2 Biomedical Waste Imat hent Pnm-gdurea The shift :,+pemisrar"reviewdally eutm6m.+e production rewrds far s=Ltaty and integrity. The records snail be maintained els the fecft from rninlrnum of 3 years. The following steps defufe the MDS procedures for operation of the autoclave for id mast ane cycle: a. Place linter in empty autoclave bin. i. No line r is required touter Treating loom d waste only b. Fully load biomedical wastie into autaolatre baht. c. TrarlsW loaded wade bins into autodwe unit d. Close autaclave door and activate door lock hydraulic eystern until autoclave doorts fops► locked. Engage mechanical safety arm. e. Activate start autoclave process cycle. f. After completion Of process cycle verify that pressure is at or lzelow 1 prig. g. Disengage mechanical safety arra and confirm no pressure release on ball float h. Activate door unlock hydraulic system until autoclave is fully unlocked. i. Completely open eutoclave door. Must be in fully open position j. Transfer waste bin to the compactor and dump the treated biomedical waste into the solid waste compactor - k. Transport full solid waste rompactom to permitted final disposal sties (landfill or incinerator). 2.3 Emergency Shutdown Procedure The autoclave Operators have the capability to command an emergency shutdown of the waste treatment process at any time. I F a system problerrl develops, then the operator can immediately shut down the cycle by activating the cycle stop on the central panel. Waste that has experienced an Emergency 5hutdown)Ahort must to re-sub*ted to another waster treatment cycle. If any autoclave operator executes an emergency shutdown, the operator must notify the supervisor. The supervisor shall conduct trnmadiate inspection and determine the cause of the problem and determn ire corrective action to be undertaken- The supervisor shall require that all blomedical waste that experiences an Emergency Shutdown be re -subjected to a complete autoclave process cycle. 3.0 Duality Assurance Summary Each autoclave unit is evaluated for effectiveness with spores of Bacillus stearntherrncahilus, or equivalent, at least once every 40 hours of operation in accordance with state regulations. A Baclilus stearothermophilus ampule (biological indicator) shall he placed into the center of one waste bin loaded into each autoclave. The results of the biological test shall be recorded and maintained in written logs at the facility for a period of at least three years and are made readily available for inspection by authorized personnel. 3.1 Blologleal Monitoring Procedure a. Mark the "Challenge" biological ampule with date. time. and autoclave unit number. b. Place "Challenge" biological ampule in the approximate center of a fully loaded waste bin. C, Process waste load in accordance with Section 2.0 I Retrieve the `Challenge" biological ampuls. e. Place 'Challenge* Nological ampule into the incubator and record date and time into Quality Control log. f. Mark a virgin "Control" biological control ampule with the letter "Cl and the date and time. g. Place "Cartrol" biological ampule into the incubator. a. Only one "Control" ampule is required for each batch order number of the ampules_ h. After 48 hours incubation, retrieve the 'Challenged" ampule and the "Control". i. Check ampule and examine liquid color changes as follows: a. NO COLOR CHANGE c negalive growth (Pass = Satisfactory Treatment) b. COLOR CHANGE= Positive Growth f Fail= Unsatisfactory Treatment) 'The "Challenged' ampule should exhibit NO COLOR CHANGE. "The "Control" ampule should exhibit COLOR CHANGE Record results onto autoclave Quality Control Log. 3.2 Biological Ampule Deseriptton An ampule containing Bacfts stearothermophHus, or equivalent, spores is placed in the center of a waste load to monitor autoclave performance for sufficient temperature and pressure for sufficient time to kill the spores. Each autoclave unit is evaluated for effectiveness with the biological ampule at least once every 40 hours of operation in accordance with state regulations. 4.0 Training/Routine Maintenance Checks 4.1 Operator Training Prior to operating the medical waste treatment autoclaves, the employee must read and understand the Standard Operating Procedures. The facility manager will provide a plant tour and demonstrate on4he job training_ Then, the employee will initial each provision in the Standard Operating Procedure manual_ 4.2 Routine Maintenance Checks The autoclave treatment system is visually inspected on a daily basis for steam leaks, water leaks, and steam trap obstructions. SigrAcant steam and water leaks that inhibit effective operation or expose personnel to unsafe conditions will require immediate shutdown of the problem autoclave unit. Similar discrepancies noted with the boiler and/or steam supply piping will require shutdown of the boiler and waste treatment operation. The noted discrepancy will be immediately rectified and documented onto a Plant Maintenance Record Log. The autoclave and boiler shaft be operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual. G2. See G 1 H3. At the end of each cycle the condensation cools and changes back into water. The water is then piped to a blow -down separator that cools the water and releases it to the sewer. 1-14. The waste is melted and fused! together. For the most part, the original properties of the waste remain the same, except that the waste has been made sterile. H5. The sterilized waste is compacted into sealed trailers and transported to the landfill for final disposal. 11. The only hazard associated with this process is scalding, caused by not fallowing the set procedures guiding proper handling of the waste and machinery. 12. All employees who come in contact with the waste sterilization process are required to wear the proper PPE equipment. The extremities and eyes are protected by gloves, boots, and goggles designed to limit ail employees' exposure. 13. All employees ane provided with Hepatitis and Tetanus shots. All employees are required to receive Blood Some Pathogen and OSHA safety training before assignment to any job duties. All employees receive a refresher training course every six months to insure that they understand the taws; additionally, this refresher course tends to lower the accident rate, thus keeping our employees safer. K1. The autoclave process is safer and more economical to operate than any other technology for medical waste treatment The autoclave process produces no known environmental problems. This process has been in use across the world for many years and has proven to be a safe and effective process to treat medical! waste. K2. There are no known problems with this system. K3. The autoclave system Is very simple to operate. The waste is loaded into autoclave carts. These carts are placed into the autoclave. The door is sealed. Pressing the'start' t3utton begins the automatic system that govems the autoclave. Operating pressure (275) rises inside the Gressel, beginning a 30 -minute cycle. The system blows down automatically, and the doors are opened to remove the waste carts. The waste carts are dumped into a compactor, and the cycle can start again. Reference G1, G2, (1.1,3.0,3.2) K4. The system is simple to maintain. There are no moving parts except for the doors. The doors have bearings in the hinges that have to be greased. The door seal has to be replaced when a leak is detected. K5. Reference G1, G2(3.3) Standard Operating Procedures_ K6. See K5, K7. The maximum toad that can be treated per cycle, per autoclave is 6,000 pounds. K&. 42 minutes L1 -L7. Does not apply M1, M2. Please see G1,G2 (4.1) Standard Operating Procedures. M2. None. M5. The treatment process is separate from the test in this respect. The stenTriy test is to check the system to insure that there are no adjustments needed to the automatic processing of the medical waste. The whole process is recorded on a graph. if for some unknown reason in reviewing these graphs we find a discrepancy, we run another sterility test and in some rare cases the cycle is repeated on the same load to insure that all systems are functioning properly, and that the waste is effectively sterilized. MS. See MS. M7. The process monitnrs are directly connected to the process. The process operates on the direction of a specific temperature of 275 degrees. The pressure and temperature are relative. The system has rnicro switches that control the length and temperature of the cycle. MS. The process monitor can be overridden by an operator, but the operator would have to know the set up codes to do this. No operator is authorized to possess that information. Mg_ The operating system is subject to fail um however, we maintain surplus repair parts so as to minimize downtime in the cycle. Ina worst-case scenario, we would divert the vraste to another plant in the event we were unable to fix the problem. N2. No recycling program has been approved for medical waste at this time. N3. See N2. 03. Autoclaving of medical waste is the most efficient process known. 04. Volume reduction is 44°x6 P. Please find a copy of MDS of Tennessee's Permit By Rule included in this application. MDS of Tennessee 1221 Sixth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37208 August 27, 2004 Answers to questions from the Arkansas Department of Health Application forEvaluatfon and Approval of Medical Waste Treatment Technolvgias. A3. The treatment technology of autoclaving for medical waste has been approved by the federal government for many years. Every state In the United States of America has approved this process for medical waste sterilization. The description of medical waste in the Federal Register includes approved processing types, described as follows, DOT Code 173.134 Class 6 Division 6.2,(4),(b),(iv): 'A material, including waste, that previously contained an infectious substance and has been treated by steam sterilization, chemical disinfection, or other appropriate method, so that it no longer poses the hazard of an infectious substance..." There are some states, such as Tennessee, that issue a Permit By Rule stating that even though the state has no direct law concerning this process, they have issued a permit to process medical waste through autoclaving in Tennessee.' The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection Division Chapter 391-3-4, Solid Waste Division, .15,(f) 2 states, "Decontamination by heating vuilh steam under pressure (autoclave) so as to render the biomedical waste noninfectious..." The EPA confmct # 66 -WO -0032, Sia -emissions from Medical Waste Treatment Technologies: Evaluation of Indicator Microorganism Recovery, dated 1993, prepared by Richard M. Hall and Eugene C, Cole from the Research Triangle Institute, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 contains the complete research on autoclaving and an emissions levels associated with this technology. This research was done in order to aid hospitals and other medical providers by providing them with the criteria necessary to judge various methods for rendering their waste not infectious. ADEO F,2,a of THE MANAGEMENT OF MEDICAL WASTE FROM GENERATORS AND HEALTH CARE RELATED FACILITIES STATES "Steam under pressure (autoclaving)- steam at 248 degrees Fahrenheit (120) degrees Celsius) at 15 psi for (30) minutes" is the requirement for properly treating medical waste. Having stated the laves that usually represent the minimum requirements; MDS processes at 275 degrees for (30) minutes. This is almost a 10°x6 increase above the minimum of your State requirements. E1. The most common test for sterility in the medical field is the Slearothermophllus test (RTCC- 7953).2 This test is approved for use in steam autoclaves as referenced f AAMI-SSSA-1988) and under {ANSIIAANIi, ST37-1992) as listed in Goad Hospital Practice for sterilizing medical instruments. MDS follows their guidelines to property test the loads of medical waste. Each test is logged with the results and the date. Since each load is processed the same way and the equipment operates automatically, once the process starts. MDS only tests on a random basis (usually every 40 hours) unless the state in which the plant is located has different guidelines. We have found the above-mentioned test to be efficient and the results reliable. F2. Since the by-products only last for a period of moments, there is no reason to enact any control measures: 1=3. Odor is a by-product of any type of garbage. The odor is briefly emhted when the autoclave 'A copy of MDS of Tennessee's Pcrmit By Rule in Tennessee is included in this application. ' A complete analysis and description of the Stearothemiophilus test developed by ft STERIS Corporation is included in this application. door is opened; however, it quickly goes away. At the end of the autoclave cycle, heat and steam are released and quickly cool in the atmosphere. Refrences Federal Register, Page 12336,/Vol,$4,No 56/ Friday, March 24, 1988! Rules and R ula " n EPA, Ofrn:e of So"d Waste a e9 ho s Ritematives to Incineration ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY OISCRIPTIONS, by Mark J. Huff, Peter defer, VCU Center for Studies Georgia Department of Natural Recourses, Rules and Regulation concerning ®iomedleal Waste GUIDANCE FOR EVALUATING MEDICAL WASTE TREATMENT TErHNOLOGIES, Final Report, Office of Solid Waste. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, W2shingtvn, DC 20460 01 OPERATIONAL W'FIRRUPTIONS AND- URGENCIES fm tk OVW of em opwMnW t=upfm such as &w% ciq*3k" or =had &=steM whwl vmzld ewe an owed shutdovm oftffi fi=fq ft minae them 24 ]3oaxs, or that waUld bb prmptr v alle sWOO iD COMP M= with WgWlfiovs, tba ffWay w33t hmd RMW to a pennbW b6modiW waft ftcEUDW twllity- 0 AC-CMENTAL. RELEA§E RESPONSE PROMDURES Erne!r c�ReSpanseCant= Numbers T -c response procedures detailed in the previous section apply to the accidental release ste of biomedical Wa" subs€ances. EEMEA-EV_Resv-019sei iotificatiou (49 CFR Six 17,7 15,17--7i l' mc Fallowing the. O= ncc of a spill, firs, suspected contamination, of relraac the proper iegutah" Ageneies wi11 be notified and a written Spill Rcport will be provided to those aMcim they ate as -follows: p Department of Transportation 1-800-4248802 Center for Disease Control 1-800-232-0124 '-E=h notie-must-hrclude-dm-f&hywi g: 1. Moore°of reporter - 2. Name and addz"ess of carrier repented by reporter 3. Phone mrnber were reporter can be contac W 4. Date, time, and1=ation. of incident 5. The extent of inj7udes, if any 6. Classification; rrame,and quantity vfluzous materials involved 7. Typeof incident and nature of h&mrdous materU involvement and CD -S' v&dher a continuing danger to life exists scene ,at the sce - D� � Within 30 days affotif canon to proper regulatory agencies, tate tr-,,.nVDrter must report in writing, is duplicate, on DDT Form F5800.1- The report must be sent to: WOrma-tion Systems Manager ZWM-63 " Reseamh=and"SpEeial Programs Administration -DrPmtmeF&of Transportation Washington, DC' 20590-0001 The transporter must retain a copy of the report for a periM of two (2) years• Emergency Response Contact List 0 Gr,pMRAL sAnTV PLAN prcVamd by: Shelia Blaslciadge ?itl� offeSe MWMCT Hate S I )MCM a -r-t" p� MMy camnutled to eaaploYM aafcty mdkoss cxMbul^ It is Mat, .MPloyees =k oder 1 M&M cmdid= pmble p t we m�nl� a �P and aq�fx" from pewpiud ImdS 'I we F inn, tum and =Prmseon to CMW etnP1OYM to 7MfOM tbzkiahs S,MY' ��zdw 44 Otnarw Safety t b�i� y ides �d prou�dur�s that all Cosa M employee - Whilc Ill 9 p� wild lltlp YDLi eco am to twfoltoweadby �DYEs'� Si m" WWheniednubtr OMSWt and avoid CaMOM ► it =Mot possibly your WpervAOr fbr gddMCC. Plan 1�� ed !age wBj►."fiatr.OM�c°Y parc9: but it is 7txi� tnertal Salcey 'shwa. this General Sdety p#sn do,"ncl �crt at��ded to Ive h b�dm� it�4 �ntrsct. is ssn ansaa�laye� atter any ypt¢ytes at -will SttriU&OF grant aDy atber_ttvl � Y WM CAdCI%vW to eempiy with IMIfety fewAflD11SR ttNt±d by,�� 1001. a�CjM tt iS �gany go4�cy eeff5+ employee t all Vope,nye � �rnm �rstrrel[ah[e #wards- Vve txlics�e iisat�'nts c;r�'he avoided by+�g 990d aa� nw hods. camm� andit � and �= �tt wa amplaym,, i3 r,r, 1 ble for t=phrir* with �req► �$ F013wMin's wiz principles. 1. AlWUY s Follow Wdy Raka: ApPllgtblc safety► PAW end MPiafions am to be folJowtd at all tirdCS. GmWW sir PIM Updated- 9122M 2. Do Not .Perform Unsafe Acts: Employees should never perform any tasks 1h= they Wieve may be unsafe. Any such conditions or practices should be reported to a supervisor immediately. 3. Listen to ttpervisors~_ Supervisors in charge of each ceperatiarn have been ,instracwd to familiarize employees with wfe-operatiomsared practices. Many accidcnts occur when employees take shortents and ignore established safety rules and regulations. All employees must follow established safety rules in performing their assigned tasks. 4. Avoid Discipline or Discharge: Each employer is responsible for his or her performance -and for f 1loweng safety rules. Failure to do so will lead to disciplinary wfion.orAisaharge_ --I'fhlG TNJURiE5 AND All job-related injuFries must be reported in accordance with the fallowing rules: 1. Follow Orientation Rules: Inf+ormetion on reporting job-related accidents is .cowed in-full.iej the employee welcome and orientation class. Which is seh ed -sunny, after -each employee is hired. _ -2. Report Immediately: All on-the-job accidents and illnesses mast be reported to &sWervisor immediately --- no matter how minor they may appear. 3_ Cooperate in the [nvestigatson: Employees who are involved in accidents -sb&NJA give full details concerning the nature of their injuries, the cause, the timsldate,And any other relevant infomiadon. 4. S¢cum'Medical Treatimenr Employees should immediately secure any aewssarymedical treatment- Only designate& supervisors and numagers can authorize treatment. S. Record Information: Fill out all accident reporting forms. if first aid is ,applied oWhe premises, the nature of the first aid, condition of the individual, and r+ ecommendation-f ar further treatment all be wxwded. 6_ I7etert Symptoms: Leam to detect early sigrwand sympto=-of any illnesses or ailments to get proper treatment. 7. Avoid Discipline or D"ascbarge: An employee who does not promptly or properly report accidents or illnesses in accordance with this policy may be disciplined or discharged. Genual Safety Plan 2 updated. .912 .03 -0 CINF.R�lL FIT Ai)Cl PRACTICES Eye -Imitations aad_Injuries For eye srrita causal by abrasives, flash "ums, or cheuzical fumes, €iusl3 with fresh water and wash eyes with natural salt solution, CCUSOL eye lotion, butyl sulfate, or an equally effective salutimL If eye irritation persists, routzct a physician or tzansPOrt the injured worker to a medical center for treatment Fomes o:t eye surface or under eyelid, rcmove pwticle if passible and wash with eye lotion. If particle cannot be retnoved in the field or if the irritation persists, rontart a physician .or tran_gpaa the injured worker to a medical center far treatment. For paint Fnaterials or cleaning solvents in eye, wash continually with clean, fresh watu. if problems persist, contact a physician or transport the injured worker 'W - center for treatruerrt• ® Skin.Abragons and Injuries For paint oa skin, remove with soaks a_nd water. Do not use paint thinners or strong sotveft. Uw rum Ooves to mix epoxy putty- if skin irritation develops, consult a detest. Far skin abmsinns,aM CM from-wMer blasting, treat as open cut and forced entraace of a foreign material. 9 First, wash with flesh water and apply dressing D Next, tmrsssport worker to medical center for further attention Farskin abrasions caused by sandblasting, trews a burn:. W astir wlth flesh water Keep affected area cool; and A TramTort injured wormer to medical center for further treatmM'L Namea.and Loss of Consciousness Nausea. OTitallu6n4i4n fromsolventsor paint fumes- Transfer maker away from painting area; .provide tiean air, ventilation, and rest before intake of fluids. Consult physicianif the condition reeurs-or circumstances indicate. Loss of breathing: Apply afitficiatl respiration immediately and supplement with use of emergency resuscitalor. Call for emergency medical service. - Lass of blood circulation: Check for possible bleeding and immediately apply first aid treatment plus cardiopulmo sat} resuscitation Cali for etnergcncy medical service. General Safety Plan 3 Updated- 9l3 O3 Q First Aid Kit Items in first aid kit: Eyewash solution, bandage gauze, adhesive tape, assorted band- aids, am bandages., aspirin, antibacterial salve, burn ointment, disposable twemrs, topical. auatisaptic, unit dose eye strops, atcohol swabs, hydrogen peroxide spray, alcohol spray, antiseptic spray, zyc and skirt flashing solution, blood stcppar compress, Pr otective gloves, antic ttcrobial slim Wipes, entiscpti.c wound cleaner, antiseptic bio -hand cleaner, instant hand si-mWaer, antibivlit ointment, itch cream, alcohol swabs, topical antiseptic, cold & sums tablets, non -aspirin, and antacid tablets. First aid kit is located at: Employee Bmak Room Eye waste station is located at: Dock entrance and Floor area where chemicals are stored. � J K'Eir EAFETY KFS The following list tdghlights-some 'of the most important MCI connsmn safety ruffles for employees. However, this brief list is not intended as a substitute far the individual sections thAt follow or for the separate individual safety ply These key safety rules are me=lymeans fe_emphasize some rules that should always he on the minds of employees. 1. = Report -any Nury to. supervisor immediately, no matter how slight. -2. Report allmmak oonditions to supervisor ilxurttdiaiely. 3- Maintain good housekeeping. Keep work area -clean and clear. Ft things where they belong. -4. A fug -aid kit.is available. Be certain where it is located, so you may reach it im-an tuWSWcy 5. Emergency phone rrtttnbers are posted by each first ai& ldt and bulletin board. Familiarize yow•self with all escape exits and the locatiorrof any emergency cufoff va,lvr.s or switcbw— 7. In case of fire, call the fire department irnmediaiely (911) or notify a supervisor to-do so. Alert all occupantsmf thett3 lding so that a safe, orderly evacuaFmn may take plate. (Please see Emergency Evacuation Plan.) $: Adequate fire extinguishers are provided throughout the area. Be aware of 4he r -locations And proper operatiop. 9. Keep alert! Observe all safety signs. General Safety Plan 4 Upped: 9122/03 _. 10. Never make cbanges on equipment to bypow safety &vices. 11. Mechanism materials handling devices may be used only by authorized personnel. 12_ Do nut tamper with controls or Witches on heating, air conditioning, or other equipment uWess authorized to do so. 13. When musing chemicals, always wear safety glasses, murk, , and slaves. 14. Wben spraying any chemicals, always wear protective equipment that is approved by the supervisor. 15, Make sure that electrical tools are properly grounded and that no et=tncal hazard exists frim standing water. 16. Do not keep tools in your pockets. 17. Lift with leg muscles, not that beefs. Be c tsin to have a fnms grasp and fur footing befare lifting Anydiing. 18. Do not aitempt to lift or move anything too heavy. Maximum weight is 95 pounds. Use available equipment (dollies, wheelbarrows, cte-) for assistance or get help. 19. Horseplay is prohibited. 20. Smoking is allowed Only in 9uth0AZW arms. 21. Good quality work shoes help protect feet if 9'0 nething is dropped on them safety he m - safety type footwear is requires! in all shop avims. 22. Do not twu. No job is so urgent that rung is required. 23. Use approved ladders to climb. 24. Wear tight -fitting clothes and baii3r net (if your hair is long) when Operating equipment. Loose clothes or hair can get naught in machinery add carte serious injury. 25. When operating lathes or other similar equipment, avoid unusually long hair and beard, which an ba a work hssu & 26. Never wear jewehy such as rings, watches, or bracelets while openaing equipment. General Safely plan 5 Updated: 9/2V03 27. Do not attempt to repair or fix any machinery vile it is opetatin& 28. Refrain from use of narcofics and alcohol in Compliance with clOwPaaY policies. 29. Use the proper welding masks and gloves when welding or using any form of cutting torVIL 30. Wear a cotton masks when unloading Of loading 8 sandblasting machine. 31. Do not use compressed air to attempt to clean off clothing. I)se of compressed air can cause debris to become imbedded in skin and eyes. 32. Ear protudon must be used wren requested by a supervisor. 33_ Comply with all posted personal protective Numment (PPE) martiees- 0 v� PERSONAL HYGIMNE AND SAal—TATION 1. Employees must cooperate in helping to maintdn a claan and orderly work place. 2. Employees mut maintain healthy personnel hygiene. 3. Music must not be disruptive to ather empimyem. loud music will not be -- tolerated. Q. Employees are to report to wade well-gwomed, in ar-wrdanee with compare policy. 5 • Employees must wear clean uniforms with shirt tail tucked in, or lacicet over work clothes, during wod ng haws. %3 SAFETY USPf3NSIBILI'TMS 2FSVELRVI5 RS Supervisors must comply with all of the following: 1. Emphasize oft and par&ipdc in all safety mee"gs- 2. Conduct daily work plan sessions: D Before starting worts each morning; D At noon} and D in the evening before cleanup 3- Check for and eliminate hazards. General Safety Plan 6 Updated: 9127Ja3 ,y 4. Conduct monthly safety meetings for each crew change. All personnel must participate in the meetings and help evaluate woddug conditions - 5. Record attendance and discussions in safety meeting log. b. Follow through with recommendations from safety meetings, including: Updating practices; P. Improving woddng conditions; and 9 MaintaWng equipment for safe operations. 7. Enter actions taken in log book and minutes of safety meeting. S. Keep records as required by applicable state and federal 111w. 9. Eliminate recognized hazar& and help adduce or control any hazards that cannot be eliminated. 10. Make sure that all employ= are property trained in: D Hazard communication 9 Bloodborne pathogens > Respirator use ➢ personal protective equipment A Forklift training ➢ Confuted space ➢ Lock-outhag-out ➢ other training programs required by federal or state laws ON EMPLOYEE TRAMG To reduce the chance of injury, the company's policy is to provide =h employee with training in the tools, equipment, and skills necessary to perform his or her job. Training will comply with the specifics of any OSHA safety plans and sW dards. Employees are to cooperate and take burning very seriously as its purpose is to protect their lives, heabb, and safety. �5 BLDOQDBORNE PATH[UC�S With any potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (e -g,, attempting to give first aid to a bleeding co-worker), employees most follow these basic rules: I . Wear rubber gloves. 2. Do not reuse gloves. 3. Wash you hands with soap and water after removing gloves. General Safety Plata 7 Updated: 9122/03 4. Near sa%ty gaggles if there is a potmtial for contaminants to splash into the eyes. 5. Wear a mask if Uwe is a potential for contaminants to splash into tate mouth or nose. 6. Wear additional protective clothing if skin is not covered 7. If you become exposed to bloodborne pathogens, wash the area immediately and report the incident to managcment_ Professional medical attention may then he provided, including any required Hepatis B vaccine. 8. Regulated waste must be propoxly bagged, labelccL and disposed of according to the procedures in the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure CAatrol Platy. 9. Blaodbomc pathogen clean-up and puru()DW protective eyuiprnenc is located at: PPE located in individual employee's locker, Bloodbarne Pathogen cleanup employee Locker Room. 10. Purdmw inierrnadon on bloodborne pathogen control procedures can be obtained from your supervisor. Note: All employees who may possibly be affected must also familiarize thrn=Ives with the detailed procedures contained in the written Bloodbome pathogens EXPOswe Control Plan_ new brief soft tips are not intended to be used as a mbstime for dam# plan and ate meant only to highlight some major areas of concern. A sample Bloodbome Pathogens Exposure Coirtrol Plan is available from Summers Press in its Sample Safety Plans on CD. Cur company's Bloodbmne Pathogens Exposure Control Pian is heated at the break room table or in the office of Shelia. Blackledge, Office Manager. RULES FOR TQMC— VAPQRS AND LI UDS 1. Avoid explosion hazards of flammable vapors and liquids. 2. Provide adequate ventilation. 3. Use solvents with high terapemtwe flash points. 4. Use spark -fire tools and air motor drives. 5. Do not use ungrounded, non -explosion proof elec9ric-41 equiPment in -. hamdous areas. General Safety Plan Upd,,ae&: 1r2M3 6. ftVide flash $treat or mufffff on an owe arjsis. 7. USC paint t%imu!r, to clean pgInt VMfi m Avoid use of nsph&,% beMm-' or ,tLrbon tvhyachloridr, nd SrUlV�ibti8. g, avoid prototgcd bm0h-J* of womb s4lVe'M5at+e toxic in 1�igb conccf tratiom=113s: D Aceto * Alcohol > ketone Methyl ethyl ketone Metbyl isobutyl Tolual D Toluene 30' Xyiene t ees why maY PvsAb1Y lie a!k%t MUSt a$to fs�mfiliarbue titmmelves with the All emp aY MSM Mate"L i!'�>i3S t'rain�t: nndin� At�� ��ai�tiflm �. sled of�r Theme hraef saw tips are tsgt intended to me�� ly to h �gbfor Qsme major are" tine other WaterialL T`ltese aafcy tsps am of coueern. For further tuformatintu MSDS ateaioa location: Break room table and office of MM MAnSW- Poison control hotline: Hoz-Mat botline: Loral Hospital: 911 Local Ambulmum: 911 �� iV[A'i'l�EtiAi�•S BA�dI<]Lil�1G Iuiatcrials irandlit� and posititadn involves lifting, �syinp- d!"7- pushing, piPriining, wd ej"v"mg of matexials_ gays follow these 1 c Prs pleS: 1, Beaowme fwniliar with & h.,fing of abmivca. PQ ' maswialt% and equip 2. Be cUCM to avoid tripping avert objects when has ung tnOUtisls and equipment. General Safety Plan 9 Updated: 9122!03 I Maintain all walkways and sgaiuways cls of obstructions and 1jaz3rds• 4. Keep materials swrage and equipment area clear of deals. 5. Practice good haunkeePing to provide easy access to materials and equipment. C. Maintain all equipment in proper warldng Condition - 7. ileo appropriate labor-saving def+ices whenever POIOMe. S, Become f =Uier with the mfe load capa�� air hoists, hdraWheC piileys,fricLi�u brakes. cable stings, rope,and k� cable sible for operation of connectiom. (Only applies 10 employees who are resp ( the foregoing equipment.) 9. Stage cables coiled in a bask et or wound on spool to ppm dam' 10. Be fnnnffiar with hoist ji ing operat7iOM and use proper hoisting signals. When tzanderfing materials by G% hoists: ui ment 9 Alert all pemor�rel in the arca to be aware of the te7rials and P in motion, the items being moved, and placemen, in the work area; Use work gloves to prod hm ; q Back away and stay clear of road; ➢ Do nstand underneath. load as it is being filled or lowered: and ot 9 Avoid being tralxped between moving load and platform strueture, building wa11, equipment, boat hull, or cabin. must lf4rm and wMrd pre -work 1, Ali rnanufacturinglpro�on erx�plvyeeg � inspections of their tools and machines to cover at least the followutg equipment, areas, and hazards; electrical) Service, (toot! OPeratton, Mechanical and 1mmedCiZe worm area Personal ge"lanire > Lights and ventilation -�;, Spilled liquids A Loose materials Broken equipment Emergency equipment Necessary Pafds 2. The rword of pre -work rens coons must- ➢ identify the tool or rnachine; General Safety Flan 10 Updated: 9/22/03 ➢ List =y defect at deficiency drat could pose a ham and 9 Be signed by the employee performing the inspections, ect or3. No NWpment may be operated with an identified defofthe ply eeseficiencY � could affect the operation of the ecluipr'�'t or safety tion of tttachixxctY must b pexfarmed by a me 4, A c�vunple� ann� inspee . who has been forn ally trainext aaW who has at least one ym of =gxv'e"W servicing industrial equipment - 5. Aim annual quipment.S- annual machine itaspec#ion report is to be completed for each machine and ui uteat. placed in a file kept on that piece of equipment - 6. P 6. ,in wm ual machine and tool inspeC ion label wdl be affixed to each ffiacilkne once the inspecti0n is -r-or" ete. In addition tv as annual machine insp�ectiou, rYtuuirt�um pMiodic lns rM3 7. with the manufact=r's safety eu�commendations. must be made in ace rda= tare to sontrvl the aQdVatiou of rnachiam by aa:rtros0u the Lock-oudtag-out is a proms or any other source of machine's paw source.These sow= include elec,�cricity, steam,sudden pr,�,ver. Control ling a machine's power source t1trol � so' � can s caused te r+ SMOUS PD-Waefition of raachirtery. Failure to ptoperiy Co P 00�equcnces. For example, suppose t1beL [netrit£�Ce is done whT a resultwoTker is installing a new switclit, and someone two the circuit �cr on. The result would � out electrocuted worker. The following are same of the key pQi� w�W lacicaoutftag-ottt ��es: l , Know where all energy source feeders and shut- off location& are for the machine being operated- 2. if maebine is unsafe or being worked on. shut off the power and lock the smtoh- 3. Tag the tock (list why the machine is old and the dato of installation of the lock). 4. Only the person who installs the lock and tag should remove it. 5. after all vnap sources ate shun off, ➢ Proceed with caution (stared energy maY ill be in the machine and cause injury)9's racommendatior�s; and 9 Follow the znanufactx General Safety Plan 11 Updated: 9122143 > Test for movement by trying controls- 6, Remember, m.amJ machines have multiple power SOUF C. Make sore that all power sources are locked when working on your machine - 7. When the machine is safe to operate, remove tine lock and tab. g Machine opetatars or maintenance pemnnel should have their out keys and locks. r tan short _ Nn jab is tae small nt far 1wk-Ontltug uutt AnDmxi nately 75% of accidents involving unexpected rnachine�y activation a6r�ar an jabs of 15 minutes or less. Note: All employees who may possibly be affectOd must also fam"'arwtbemsetves with the detailed procedures contairned in the written Lack-Outrrag-Out Pram Thm brief safety tips are not intended to be used as a substitute far that plan and are meant only to highlight some major areas of conceal. �, F4Rl[���` SAFIETY R �S and cerfified personnel may operate forklift equipment. 1 • Only au contact ti€ms cOncefPirg certificatioEn. Please coontact tfte stapervisvr with any ques 2. When operating a forklift, refer to manufacturer's manud. I Never exceed the rated capwity. 4. Watch for pedestrians at crosswapts, doors, and main wow ar=S. 5. Now speed, Maximum speed limit is five miles per hour. 6. Always tum off engine if moving 25 feet or more from truck. 7. Never park with forks in W position. 8. Blow hom at all blind iEnterser-tions and corners. 9_ Always center forks under the load. 10. Always keep the load against the backrest for better 9MWr - 11. Never allow riders on truck. 12. Never smoke in a fueling station or battery charging arra. (3oneral Safety Plan 12 Updated: 9122/03 13. ]Be careful not to splash battery acid on your 14. Do net sack out arn;s ar legs white driving. 15. Never reach through the mast to adjust a load. 16. Never tum sideways on a rmp or stoped surface. 17. Always sound horn and look carefully before backing up. 1$. N extra -wide loads, spread forks as wide as possible. 19. Wear seat belts if provided on the pulicuiar forklift and recommended by the manufacturer or vendor in the operator's manual. Note: An empleyc+cs who may possibly be affected must also fiLmiliarize themselves with the detailed prooedums contained in the written Foddift Safety Plan.. `Phase brief safety tips are not intended to be used as a substitute for drat plan and are meant only to hi.ghhght some major areas of concern I BACK FNAMY P147��NTION T re back is a common location of eMplvyee injuries. Every year, back Nufies cow .— ermploy"s and employees tens of trillions of dollars m lost wages and medical expenses. 1 _ lJmployees may reduce injuries by: Minimizing any materials baxldling; ➢ using mechanical devices and equipment for assistance whenever possible, and > Following proper lifting techniques. 2. Employees should follow these practices wh"e<lifling: D Do lift with legs. A Do kmp wcigLt close to body and stand strai0t. 9 Do create a balanced hale of support by using one foot ahead and one loot behind to get the weight in close. A ]Do pivot with the load. D Do put one .foot Wand nd change positions a11en when standing for long petiods of time. A Do keep work -at a con f'oruble height. 3;> Do stand, if possible, on a cushioned mat. 1�- Do interrupt or change stressful positions frequently. > Do keep heavy loads close m body. (`fen pounds at am's Iength genavas Igo pounds of pressure on spine). 8 Do bleep back support belt snug while Ding (if one is warn). General Safety Plan 13 Updated: 9/22/03 3. Employees should avoid these practim whim 1if#un9. ➢ Don't twist back while moving material' (Remember always keep shoulders in line with your hips.) D Dori gear high•-hmlcd, Bard -heeled, at platform shoes when standing for long periods of time. > Don't stand in one position" long - y >iDan't stand with knees locked, stomach rm.Lcles relaxed, and back eyed- sition. ➢ Dcurt't bend forward at the waist with work in a low pa > Don' i main in the same pesition for a long period. a Don't reach with a heavy load. ➢ Don't lift with your back flexed. ➢ Don't loosen back support belt while lifiiag- P�l�I�iAL PRE3TEE E IE2ffNT Z controls to elimiaa� nor red � The company will first use engineering and administrativethee eUm'naWMPaY will also (if elimination is not pmible) any hazards. whmves necessary, use personal protective eclui-Ment (PPE) to provide additiowal Protection, 1. Foot protection:Safety t d result from accidental contact wtib Izeavy objects, Footwear must meall requi=en s in ANSI "Moil's safety -Tom otwear,�' X1.1-1991. fpOt+,V . Employees enerall arc res n.sible for providing their own safety' 2 Head 'Protection: EmPloyees must wear helmets whenever there is a danger of injury from falling objects. Protective he bels must meet all ft Plp� Susi also requirements of ANSI Z89.1-1985- In u�ag consider electrical Mock and burn hamds. 3. Eye and Pace PrOteetlan: Eye WA fare protw1an must meet all requirements in AidSli 2,$7hu�89. hyemYcal Iand f4cc ng, cuutting, and. otberm during U nduu chipping, opt-mnans where swi, wood, or dust panicles am likely Lo be present. 4. Ibnd Protection: Gloves should be used e�mp�e. . Lea r PVA glovesr or leather -like gloves should be used when handling should be warn when acids, caustics or other ehcmical ldlctl. 5. Glothimg: Penal clothing rnssst much working r,onditiom and weather. Each person must wear full4engh trousers and a sbirt that cove Ole wear shoulders while worldng in shop areas- Employees �fabbrics �avge of the clothing made of cotton tsr woe►1 as oppo�d to syn greater resistance of natural fabrics to fire, chemicals, eW• Gmeral Safety Plan- 14 Updated: 9/22/43 b. Hearing Protection: Hearing protection must be used by all employe= in areas desigaawd as having high noise levels. 7. Other Personal Protective Equipment: Employees nauSt wear additional protective equipment whenever other potential hazards exist. Use of additional protective equipment is required by federal and state OSHA levies. Note: All employees n= also fanubasae themselves with the detailed prowd=s contained in the written Hazard Assmmcnt Phe These brief safely tips are not intended to be used as a substitute for that plan and are meant only to highlight some major areas of concern. 6PGENERAL SANT' RULES FOR OFFICES Many employees mistakenly believe that offices we not dangerous and that they do not need to worry about injuries while working there However, offices can pose a number ofhazartls. Among them are dangers fium falls, floor surfaces, stales, chairs, filing cabinets, office machines, sharp objects, and fires. Some of the more significant hazards and ways to prevent them are set out below. 1. Main Cause of Office Accidents: Falls are the number one cause of office accidents. Employees may fall while winking, white climbing ladders and stairs, and even while sitting in chairs. Employees may trip over telephone and electrical cords~ open desk and file drawers, loose and worn carpeting, debris, equipment, and packW left in aisles. 2. Slippery Floor Surfaces and Objects: Water from a vat umbrelK floor wax, spilled coffee, and any other substance that makes the floor slippery can cause falls. Also, office tools, such as pencils and paper clips can act as skids underfoot. 3. Desk Solely Tips to Prevent Falls: Walk, never run. 9 Don't change direction suddenly or stop quickly. Use fitted footwear with slip -resistant heels and soles. ➢ Keep footwear in gond repair. (Flapping soles and broken beets have caused many a downfall.) A Cary loads of reasonable size so that your vision is not /docked. if you see a slipping or tripping Fazed, correct it immediately or wait it and notify someone who can fix the problem. 9 Keep aisles and walkways clear. 4. Good Housekeeping: Itprevents accidents, particularly falls. Good housekewping is evaryone's job. General Safety Plan is Updated: 9/22!03 STAIRS 1. Distractions: Studies have shown that the number one cause of stair accidents is distraction. Often, employees simply do not watch what they are doing. 2. Basic Safety Tips for Ascending and Descending Stairs: ➢ Always use handrails. ➢ Take one step at a time. ➢ When carrying materials, use an elevator if possible. (If you must use stairs, be sure to have at least one hand on the handrail.) A Try not to load both arms with materials. > Never carry so much as to limit your vision. 9 Do not congregate on stairs or stand near doors at the head or foot of stairways. 3. Stay Alert: Remain alert when using stairs. The risk of a fall increases if employees are talking, laughing, or turning to others while going up or down stairs. .� Sitting down in a chair is a skill that is highly underrated. The proper technique is to look at the chair, grasp the chair arms or the seat with your hand then lower yourself into the chair. FILING CABINETS 1. Major Source of Office Injuries: Filing cabinets can cause injuries in a number of unexpected ways. 2. Basic Safety Tips: Here are a few of the precautions to consider when you work with or around filing cabinets: ➢ Use the handle to close the file drawer and make sure your fingers are not curled over the edge. ➢ To prevent the cabinet from toppling over: - open only one drawer at a time; and - keep all heavy materials in the bottom drawer. When you file, wear rubber finger guards to avoid cut fingers from metal fasteners or paper edges. D Sharp burrs and corners on metal filing cabinets and furniture can cause injuries as well as clothing tears. Supervisors should: file rough metal edges or corners; cover the edges and comers with heavy tape; and - arrange the furniture so that comers are out of the traffic pattern. General Safety Plan 16 Updated: 9/22103 GFJgCE MACTMWMY Loose Clothing and 1 =91ing Objects' Mord processors, tyMvriteM machines, sorters, collators, addressing and machailing Mnes duplicating -" these can qMb a finger or a long strand of hair. Rings, bracelets, �g1mg 1. necklaces, neckties, and loose scarves or sleeves add to the hazard pa l 2, ]rayed Wiring- Be alert for frayed wiriasg, sal Y gear the flex pont of ffic plug. Exposed Wiens cars cause shack or start a fire. To reduce fraying and ben&ng of wires: ➢ Always Wasp end to pull it out (never jerk the card): and '0, Do rust bend the card shgrply around sn Qbstroction or lnri it in a travel , ath p 3, phis: A three -wire gmunding syr is a must to e]imilte '1 luath shock Frang hazard. Never use a .•cheater'' to putt a One -prong plug in a two-prO29 reoep=le.sensation when touching s 4. Electrical Problems: If you siotia #irlirg machine or see it smoking or sparking: srsr, ,and 9 Unplug the ma.cl�e and report the problem w a suPer►'i nd Bangemus. ➢ Put a sign on tate machine to indicate that it is out cif order a 5. Turning tuff Machines: Even if a machine is in good working corder, turn it off before: Malting any adjustments; ➢ Applying flammable- rn4eri3l6, or ➢ Leaving it (even for a little while). FINGERS AND HANDS list more often than any oilier paras of the Fingers and hands rum up on the offices injury only p ypgn l7 fey= also belome infested. Hm body. Little cuts and punctIM are "(It are some basic safety tips: 1. Paper Cuts: ➢ Use finger guards to handle stacks of gaper. ➢ Pick up a sheet of gaper by tate comer, not the sides. ➢ Use a letter opener to pen envelopes dr paekagw sea"ed with per' tape. ➢ Pull a file out of the drawer to use it fir'I t flip through the contents in the file cabinet.) 2. beak Ilrawers: 9 beep drawers tidy and avoid punchues from scissors or other hazards hidden under a pile of pagers.in a closed Keep raver blades, thumbtacks, and other slip Objects drawer.with the kuandle---not with Your hand A Clare drawers, dears, and says the handle is just as easy Wd over the tope or around the edge. (�[.ls'ng saves a crushed nand.) General Safety Plan 17 ljpdated: 9/22143 Watch out when you remb in a drawer for Pencils, pens-, or other items, to avoid pencil ptmctvres- 3 _ Pencil Stor2ge: Keep pencils stmed flag --root standing point up in a point or a pencil holder. 4. Staple Removal: Remove smples with a smple removes, not your fingernail. Never test a jammed stapler with your thumb. S_ Broken Glass: > Use a broom to pick Grp broken glass. it 1 bly, and putting it Dispose of broken glass by vvr-aPVng � mmking where a clean-up crew will see it (not it a wastebasket)- ,. Light Bulbs: Not light bulbs can reach t=pMaimes over 40W' Wait for them to cool before touching. EXE PROTECIE`IOrA of the buman body and arc nWMrul.ly protected The eyes are an extremely rml,ortastt part the eyeball. I-lowevcr, when e5+e by the eyelids and the bang framework svrr�nndineg i should take prem}.itie�ns and injuries do occur they can be devastating. Thus, P oYees H= arc some use personal pmtr�vc equipment whenever there is a risk: of eye ir)jvey additional safety tips: Keep Quids from splashing and entering the eye by 1. Pour Fluids Safely: always pouring fluids slowly and keeping them is tight rontainers. 2. Clerk Yb„r Hands: Do most rub eyas if any chemical (overs carbon paper ink) is on hands. Irritation can result. 3. Be csrefini with Pencils: ncfls or edges of cabinets. When reaching for an object, watch out for pe A Do not carry pencils behind the ear. 9 When carrying pencils, keep the paint down. 4. Check Your Vision; About 6 people in 10 n0cd Some con=txon for their sight, but many do not fizz it, Por vision can cause accidents. Have eyes examined for any of the following symptoms: A Material can be rvmd only deny closely or at arm's 1 9 Eyes hurt or are inflamed. 9 Eyes fixe quickly. D Headaches frequently Occur. General Safety Plan is Updated; 9/22103 F13tE SAFETY 1, Neat Workspace: Maintain a neat and clean work armPt+event rubbish and other combustible materials from accumul6ng. Z, E iwinate Electrical Hazards: Reptace damaged electrical cords and avoid overloaded circuits• 3. Smoke Detectors: Make sure all smoke detectm we Wemfional. 4. No Smoking Rules: Observe the "No Smoking" rule in all areas where it exists. 5. Combustible Materials: Keep combustible materials at least 18 inches away frmm appliances such as coffee makers$ hot plates, and space heaters. 6. Repordng Hazards: Report my fin bazards tW you cants°t mmediately Correct 7. Procedures in Case of Fires: Fires @cnemlly can be prevented. 140wetiver, it's always best to be prepared for ars. ernergency. Remember these rules: A Know your exits so you can get out quickly if necessa#y. ly upon D Turn on the fire alarrn irnined' bens and other �gb� equipment arc Know whcm the fire ex-dngui located. D Know how to Operate the {refsghting cquiprrment Y Know the kind of fire that each extinguisher is designed to cnrnnbat. Note: All employees must also familiarize themselves with the detailed procedures contained in the vrritttrss Fire Safety plan. �� On y g bese brief �l�" �ety tips = �ml� ded to ofbe used as a substitute for that plan and. are m c�cern. PERJ-LOUS PERIODS ill have SCC;deY1LS ilrtii " penlous periods" 1, Nigh Stress: People are mere apt chola its say that almost any when they are under urmsual stress. P5 y � important event in a person's life ---good or bad --may cause suss and increase the risk of an arcidlent. 2. Exar.+ples of Strmful Periods: Stress can be caused by anY number Of factom including the death of a close family member, personal injury or illness, marriage, approaching retiremea change in work hOtms, even anticipation of vacation. A woman v ho has just been promoted or a man who has gust gotten a divorce may be tlssnking of other things and not Paying attention to the jab at hand. General Safety Plan 19 Updated: 9/22/03 3. 'rake Care During Perilous Periods: Employees should keep thew types of hazardous periods in mind so that they will be alert and act safely ---not only at the office, but offthe job too. DISCIPLINARY ]POLICY I wants its employees to work in a positive, productivc atmosphere. However. ernpioym who violate safety ndes must be disciptined in order to protect their own safety and the safety of their co-workers. Depending on the severity and frequency of a safety violation., an employee may be: ➢ Immediately discharged; > Suspended.; or Given a written waming. The fallowing disciplinary guidelines classify violations according to their seriousness (Groups A. B, and C), for which certain penalties are suggested. Unsafe conduct by an employee may violate several provisions of the diffe=t groups. This list is intended to suggest examples of inappropriate behavior. It is not a c mPmhensive list of all suety violations for which an employee may be disciplined or discharged. The following disciplinary policies do not in any way bind the Campsny to follow a particular course of conduct. The Company in its sole discretion may chance these policies at any titme< In addMon, nothing in the policies ehanges the Rt -Will nature Of employment wilt the Compuny. An employee may still be terminated with or wont cause, with or withnut notiM at the op#ion of tither the Company or the employees, except us otherwise provided by lave. GROUP A 1. Deliberate violation of any security or safety rules. 2. Being intoxicated or under the influence of say controlled salnstuacu5 v"c at work - 3. Deliberate or reckless misconduct that endangers the life or safety of others. 4. Fossessipn of alcohol or illegal drugs on Company premises. 5. Deliberate destruction or damage to Company ProPCnY- 6. Deliberate falsification of any documents related to safiety manners. 7. Fighting; or delibemtely harmfid contact with co-workers, Customers, ox any other member of the public while on duty or on Company grounds - General Safety Plan 20 Updated; 9f27J03 $. Engaging in hom Iay, ar any farm of disngWm conduct during "O*i4 hc,ws or at any timt whft ori Copy property. 9. poSSgs!i4n, uw or stofMg D wMMS Of any ltind Mwh as SM=S. Wves other tbm those used as a part of YourlOb, or explosives an the property of the Company Ot customer. 10. Failux to tsgart all tscrsvnai Wurics aW =i&nw imYr y w ya'r SvpervL.m ox a Company uffirW, including "Mges to the POPM of ft Company, as employee, tustamer, or member of the public, mgardiess of who is responsible fox the demages. GROLl1P B 1. Negiigam slat damsga Company PrOww 2 Nagligenee t W endangeg the safety of Others 3. UWntentianal safety V'Ohnians *atendanger the safety or health of 02M. 4_ Fsilwme to report conditions that one believes to be unsafe. S. Failure to t+eport dcfectiw aguiPmcmt or unsafe mond 'Ons of any equigmestt or facilities that nUY ndul8a an emPlOYee, "gome r, or Membree of the public. b. Smoking or eafiftg in unmAh rued sem• 7. SPwffing or einsafe operation of a fo*Hft or any othw Q=pan'vehide- $. Ding a foddift Or SAY other mschitsery witi0vt regnued app . 9. FauuM to ptop niy romd safety information for which One is FtSPOnAble. 10. improper rethsal to obey a supervisoes safety instructions. 11. Any belligerent or 2nbOonis6c cow toward aa-Wwi m % supervi$M' car customers. GROUP C 1. violation of pmioive equipment MS) PORGY *A' does W result in injury to oneself or others. I poor gmoming or a lack of cleanliness. General Safety plan 21 updated: 9/22103 3. Poor Housekeeping. 4. Failure to participate in-group safety xn P- S. Failure to property and immediately report any apoddent or injwY. 6. Failure to properly and immediately report SAY accident invoh ng Compatry+ equipment. 7. Failure to perform inspections of tools and r3 uhincrY. g. Failure to report machine or tool deficiencies. 9. Failure to learn Company safety rules and neguiations_ DISCIPLINARY PENALTLES 19r offer" 20d offense 3'd beam Group A Immediate Discharge Group B Warning or Suspension Dischw8e Group C Wamin$ Warming or Suspe siGn DischMe WRITTENWARNINGS When given, written, warnings may help employers know when they stand and imprave their rfnrrrlanGe 'The Cotrtpar7Y attempts to issue vA itm wrarninp that include the Minus for the 5upecvisvr's di.ssatisfk ion- Ulax &W usually include a s" problenent of the actions you need to take or results that need to be achieved to avoid fu her problems. However, the written warnings do not iegaw abligate or hind the employer or alter the at -will nature of the employee°s emplluyanent with the Company. An emplOyee who has rceeived a warning may'stffl be teminated with our without cause, a nd with or without notice, at slay time. Any eInpiayee who receives a vaiuen warning must immediately acknawledgc r=i% by signing the warning. An employee Who disagrees with the written warning may discus itis or her reasons for doing so with the supervisor. It is generally bessued. In fact, t to S r the Place on supervisor of any error at the time that the vw�s%ng� believes � super#sec 1� not the form for the employer, to do so. An employee f �� Manager. responded fairly to the employee's cartasnents may contact General Safety Plan 22 Updated: gaVO3 3#7SCH'LfNe tY T ,10 EMPLOYEE Bate: Employee Name First Notice 7 Second Notice Days Suspeaded (if applicable) Department We believe that an cmploye+e wants to k"Dw if he or sire is violating CumPany PQRCY -Or failing tofallow Company rules. This disciplinary notice is tO pm^v'de ynn notice of a violation of Com�ny Policy. However, the Company is r+ot obligated to proWde any w9raings or to retain an ernpluyee ase a warning hag bun #vt- All emplaytts are employed at'wiil. "At vAW 1emPI0yment me"s that an employee e9* be terminated with or without cause, With or witb(Mt ueltice, at any three, at the optian of either the Compaxty or the empleyee. Your con stat is not in keepng with Campany practises, ut�s, and polimes for ft f llowissg �: (Indicxe spscic standards and polrrees vyith which the p10Yce has failed to eomply.) Suggestions for improvement: Employee Comments: (Now- An employee sMWd state his or her d.L'ka9=mcn" with ... the ►teaming in writing.) General SRMY PIM 23 Updated: MV03 r. Copy received by: Employee Sipatcre Date Copy to emplgyee file 3 General Safety Plan 24 Sipat"O UpdaW: 9122/03 CF,RTInC `I (—)N GF g Safev PI= that outlines 1 have recei+�ed a mpY of company policies for violation of qty rules and regUMUM I will fatrtiliarize Myself W ith t€tc Geuerat Safety plan► and will comply with all of its provisions, I undersisn�i ar�si agree that the Company has lixt right to change, amni, modify, or withdraw any provision of the G:mur4l SdOty Plan Withoul natifyjng me prior to tine effective date of any amendment, madi'fitation. or withdrifwW. I understand that the General Safety Vim is not a caatract of employment and the Campaeey has the right to fvUow or deviate fromthe PAWN in the General Safety Platt in the Company's sole and culessive discretion, t also understnad that thrvitle General Safety ptan does not change flhe raturc of my 40-witr empIu y the Carmpauy. "At -will" amplOyment means @hat I can l$e termi=ted with or Without cam, tvith or without notim at any time, a# the optima mf either the Company or myself. By my signature lxinw, I age to tie terms of this CsrfifZcation and also 89mc tof*Ucw the policies aM procedures contained in the Goners) Safety iPlam Employee Aimee (pleases print) Employee Segnattete -- Date Pe�somael tUfartager (Neese print) personnel Manager Sigrigm Date General Safety Flan 25 as, rea Vicinity Map mooning N Case: Z-7785 Location: 5400 Scott Hamilton Road W+ r E S Ward: 2 PD: 13 CT: 20.02 0 100200 400 Feet TRS: T1NR12W20 From: 01/1112005 16:55 #188 P.001/002 January 10, 2005 MDS of Tennessee Medical Waste Disposal Facility C.U. P. Response to Subdivision Committee Comments of January 6, 2005 1. Enclosed is the ADEQ.permit. 2. Proposed days and hours of operation: 24/7. 3. All trucks with medical waste on board will be locked at all times until they are unloaded. All gates and doors will be locked if the plant is not in operation. 4. See attached on: 1. Operational Interruptions and Emergencies 2. ,Accidental release Response Procedures 3. Detailed Report 4. General Safety Plan 5. Employee Compliance 6. Reporting job related inquires and illnesses 7. General Safety Plan 8. Shin abrasion and injuries 9. Nausea and loss of consciousness 10. First aid kit 11. Key safety rules 12. Personal Hygiene and sanitation 13. Safety responsibilities of supervisor 14. Employee training 15. Blood borne pathogens 16. Rules for toxic vapors and liquids 17, Materials handling IS - Machine and tool maintenance and inspection 19. Lock out/Tag out procedure 20. Forklift safety rules 21. Back injury prevention 22. Personal protective equipment (PPE) 23. General safety rules for office 24. Eye protection 25. Fire safety 26. Perilous periods 27. Disciplinary policy From: 01/11/2005 16:55 #188 P.002/002 5. Maintenance schedule- Boiler 1. Honeywell controller will be checked daily. 2. Blow down processed daily to eliminate build up and scale. 3, Gas safety shut off will be checked twice a week. 4. Water safety shut off will be checked twice a week.. S. Stearn relief valve will be checked daily. 6. Boiler will have a yearly inspection performed by an outside company and the company which insures the boiler. 7. Steam lines will be checked daily. 6. Maintenance schedule - Autoclave 1. Steam lines checked daily. 2. Steam relief value checked daily. 3. Honeywell chart checked daily. 4. Honeywell chart and controls are required to be checked and calibrated quarterly by a Honeywell representative. 7. Air compressor checked daily. 8. Number of employees: 12-24. 9. Dampster will be inside the building. 10. Number of trucks per day: 10-15. 11. Detail how long medical waste will be stored on site. See attachment: Pg. 18 and 19 from the Arkansas Department of Health Rules and Regulations. Item Q. 12. After going into the autoclave for 30 minutes at 275 degrees the medical waste will go to a compactor and then into a packer box which will be taken to the landfill. We will try to take packed boxes to the landfill within S hours, but it could be 2 to 3 days because of truck problems, weather, or landfill being closed. 13. Medical waste will be coming from Arkansas and out of state. 14. It is required for each medical waste facility to have a back up facility to go to if for some reason the plant will be down for a period of time. 15. Commodore has a medical waste plant (SMD) n Nashville, T'N which will be the back up for MDS of Arkansas. MDS of Arkansas will be the back up plant for SMD in Nashville. apjo_,��D72V I #-c�� and the public. 6. Selection, use, and decontamination/disposal of appropriate protective equiprnent. 7. Procedures to be taken in the event of a transportation incident involving commercial medical waste, including notification of the appropriate authorities as outlined in Section VII.N. N. All incidents involving the release of medical waste to the environment or other incidents involving medical waste shall be reported verbally as soon as possible but within twelve (12) hours to the Department with a follow-up written report on forms provided by the Department in five (5) working days from the incident. The Department shall he notified at or (501) 661- 2000 during working hours and (501) 661-2136 after normal worldn o 0. Commercial Medical Waste Transporters shall submit to the Department an annual summary report of their activities from January 1 to December 31 of each year. The report shall be submitted no later than March 1 of the year following the end of the reporting period. The report shall include the following information on forms provided by the Department: 1. Name(s) and address(es), registration or permit numbers, and the amount of waste deposited/unloaded at each facility in Arkansas where the medical waste was deposited/unloaded; 2. The amount of waste shipped into the state; the amount of waste shipped out of the state; and the amount of waste shipped within the state_ 3. For commercial medical waste generated in Arkansas, the name and address of each generator for which commercial medical waste is transported and the amount of commercial medical waste transported for each generator may be required to be listed in the annual report. P. Commercial medical waste shall not be transferred between vehicles unless the transfer occurs at a generator's facility, or on the premises of transporter's facility or a permitted treatment, storage or disposal facility except as listed below. 1. In case of transport vehicle malfunction, the waste shipment may be transferred to an operational vehicle and the Department shall be notified of the incident verbally as soon as possible within twenty-four (24) hours and a follow-up written report within five (5) working days. The incident report shall list all vehicles involved in transporting the medical waste and the cause of the vehicle malfunction. 2. In case of a traffic accident, the waste shipment may be transferred to an operating vehicle if necessary. If medical waste containers are damaged or released to the environment, the procedures of the facility/transporter's opemtion/spill plan shall be implemented immediately dependent on safety factors. The reporting requirement is the same as outlined in Section VILLA. 3. For transfer between vehicles other than as listed in Section VII.P. 1 and 2 and not on the property of the permitted commercial waste transporter or generator, the Department shall be notified and approve of the transfer of medical waste before the transfer takes place. Q. Commercial medical waste shall not be stored on -the -permitted medical waste transporters property for longer than ten (10) days vAthout having a storage-facihty permit as outlined in Section VIII, unless authorAtdby the Department. Medical waste held on the transporte>assite for more than seventy-two (72) hours shall maintain a storage temperature of forty-five (45) degrees Fahrenheit or -less. Storage on the transporters property shall also meet the requirements of Section VI.D.1, 2 and 3. R Commercial Regulated Medical Waste Transportation permits are issued for a period of one year. Permits are non -transferable. S. Commercial medical waste transporters shall notify the Department, by letter, within fifteen (15) days of any changes to their registration if. 1. The office or place of business is moved and/or the mailing address changes; 2. The name of registrant or owner :of the operation is changed; 3. The name(s) of the partners, corporate directors, or corporate officers change; or 4. The addition of new trucks or trailers that were not originally listed on the permit application are added. T. Revocation or denial of permit procedures are as follows: 1. If the commercial transporter has a history of non-compliance with any law or regulation of this state or any other jurisdictions, particularly those regulations pertaining to the protection of the environment and the protection of the health and safety of the public, the Department may refuse to issue a permit. 2. If a history of non. -compliance is discovered after a permit is issued, the Department may require bonding as outlined in Section VII.U, modify the permit or revoke the permit. 3. Examples of non-compliance include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Falsification of application or medical waste manifest/tracigng forms; b. Delivery of untreated medical waste to a facility not authorized to handle the waste; c. Failure to maintain complete and accurate records as required in these Rules and Regulations; d. Failure to maintain vehicles involved in the transportation of medical waste in safe working order as evidenced by citations from the Arkansas State Police or Arkansas Highway Police or local traffic law agencies. The Department may use the Motor Carrier Management Information Carrier Operations And Safety Ratings (Safety Net) as a compliance tool; e. Failure to comply with any rule or order issued by the Department pursuant to the requirements of these rules and regulations; f. Failure to submit an annual report; (:1:9�' ADE -Q A R K A N S A S Department of Environmental Quality January 25, 2005 Bob Slaughter Commodore Medical Services 4710 Sam Peck Rd #1059 Little Rock, AR 72223 RE: Air Permitting Requirements Autoclaving Facility on Scott Hamilton in Little Rock Dear Mr. Slaughter: I have reviewed the information describing a commercial medical waste autoclaving facility on Scott Hamilton Drive in Little Rock. Based solely upon that submittal, it does not appear that an air permit from this Department is required for the facility as the only evident emission source would seem to be the natural gas fired boiler, whose size is such that, by itself, it is considered an insignificant activity. This determi- nation shall in no way affect any requirements of other Divisions within this Department, storm water runoff, for example, and certainly not the Arkansas Department of Health, which regulates all pleases of your operation, I believe. If you have any questions, please call me at 501.682.0737. Sincerely, Cecil Harrell Compliance Engineer Air Division Copy: Lindsay Moore Records Management cros.np.wpd AIR DIVISION 8001 NATIONAL DRIVE / POST OFFICE BOX 8913 / LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72219-8913 / TELEPHONE 501-682-0739 / FAX 501-682-0753 www.adeq.vafe.anus Message , � Page 1 of 1 Morrissey, Darren From: Brown, Derrick Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2005 8:49 AM To: Morrissey. Darren SubJeot: RE: Storm Water Question No, this facility would not need a storm water permit from us and should not have a process water discharge that would require a discharge permit. Please call if you need further clarification. ----Original Message ---- From: Morrissey, Darren Sent: Tuesday, January 04, 2005 11:54 AM To: Brown, Derrick Subject: Storm Water Question Derrick, Ron and I met this morning with a company that wants to build a facility in Little Rock that will treat medical waste. They will be using an autoclave to heat the waste to kill the biological pollutants and then send the waste to a landfill. They were asking what permits they will need. I assumed that they would need an industrial storm water permit, but couldn't find a category that they might fall under. As near as I can tell, their SIC code would be 4953 - Refuse Systems. Can you let me know if they would be required to have a storm water permit? Thanks for your help. (r Darren MorrisseyProgram Coordinator - Business Assistance 8DEQ - Customer Service Division (501 ) 682-0824 1/5/2005 Hurricane Valley, Inc. Professional Engineering Consultants P.O. Box 118 (72089) 1506 Prickett Road Bryant, AR Tel 501-847-7282 Fax 501-847-2431 August 9, 2004 Mr. Dana Carney Zoning & Subdivision Manager Dept. of Planning & Development 723 West Markham Little Rock, AR 72201-1334 Ref: Request for Condition Use Permit for 5400 Scott Hamilton Drive Dear Mr. Carney: On behalf of MDS of Tennessee I would like to submit the attached application for a conditional use permit. Items included are: ■ Copy of the Notice of Intent to File with certified mail receipts. (Form No. 2) • Copy of Application for Conditional Use Permit (CUP). (Form No. 3) • Copy of Notice of Public Hearing before the Little Rock Planning Commission. (Form No. 4) ■ Copy of the Condition Use Permit. (Form No. 5) • Copy of Warranty Deed. Please note that CMSMNGT, Inc. is owned by MDS of Tennessee. r List of property owners within 1000 ft. of the proposed facility. r Permit application for the non -incineration treatment of biohazard medical waste submitted to the Arkansas dept. of Health • Utility responses. (CAW, CenterPoint Energy, SBC, Entergy, BFI) ■ 17 copies of the proposed site plan. 1- copy of current boundary survey. If you have any questions or require additional information, please call or write. Sincerely, (PA,,,a r-. Charles F. Best, P.E. Copy: W. Gary Gilliam MDS of Tennessee 1941 Cement Plant Road Nashville, TN 37208 615-594-0338 Mr. Bob Slaughter MDS of Tennessee Little Rock, Arkansas 501-217-0233 1506 Prickett Road ♦ P.O. Box 118 ♦ Bryant, AR 72089 4 501-847=72$2 ♦ Fax 501-847-2431 Et DATE: City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 or 371-6863 ❑ ENTERGY/Arkansas Power & Light Company (2) ❑ Arkansas Louisiana Gas Company -Southwestern Bell Telephone Company (2) ❑ Little Rock Municipal Water Works ❑ Little Rock Wastewater Utility ❑ Pulaski County Planning ❑ Little Rock Fire Department ❑ Public Works: Engineering, Traffic (3) ❑ Parks and Recreation Department ❑ Planning and Development — Site Plan Review ❑ Planning and Development — Graphics ❑ CATA TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Planning Zoning and Subdivision NAME: /rA-� e,1= /; n s s f TYPE OF ISSUE: e4a FILE NO: Z- J-7T,,� LOCATION:/V f(o7� ��"' �VV On D �� the Little Rock Planning Commission will consider the above referenced issue. NOTE: The Interpartmental Meeting at which hs issue will be discussed will be held on cr,ay NOTE: The Subdivision Committee Meeting at which this issue will be discussed will be held on J ft N 6, �-Po -5- A A copy of the plan for the referenced issue is enclosed for your consideration, and your comments and/or recommendations will be appreciated. Please res and by Monday after the date of the Interdepartmental meeting. Sincere Dana Carney Zoning and Subdivision Manager (Phone: 371-6817) (Please respond below and return this letter for our records.) Approved as Submitted Easements) required (See attached plat or description.) * To all utilities: If an easement is requested which is in excess of 10 feet in width, provide justification for the easement or the request will not be included in the Planning Commission agenda. Comments: By: --S� Enclosure IN 4515 WEST MARKAAM MAIL SLOT 32 LITTLE ROCK, AR 72205 Form I Permit Application For Commercial Non -incineration Treatment. Storage And/Or Disposal ("TSD) Facilities Or Commercial Mobile Treatment Systems of Medical Waste 1. TSD Or Mobile SystemTo Be Permitted: Company Name --M PS of -T—e V? ISI e SS e e• Medical Waste Contact: w`Z i h u ln'1 Title: OW 0 Company Address/Physical Location: 536G .cf' LVIl ' 1) U2 city: L i Al �Cfi� State: _ Zip Code: %z 2 �: t /rr� c1 Phone number: L4� �� - JD Fax number: _ �s`� ����J� r Facility Geographic Location in Degrees, (excluding mobile treatment{ systems) Latitude: 3q - —76 0 L4 1 o •+yLongitude : Minutes & Seconds gZ.31-7F<(�v W 2_ Company Mailing Address: (if different from above) Company Name �M'P S J- T� m m e SSL. Contact Person: Company Address: City:�c`5h� ��, State: Phone number: i 15-15{-H Fax number: 3. Name of Legal Owner(s): Name(s): MDS 4 TtowSseE' Address: �i-L - 61"', Avon ULA, City: Y (��I ISta Phone number: �DY�I A 1 Zip Code: X15a-7 amu Fax number,. zip Code: 15-261`7_GLa I #JC, r. c -j,a y rS Form 1 - Continuation 4. If a corporation, are you currently registe d to do business with the Arkansas Secretary of State? Yes No 5. Type(s) /y / pe (s) of permit which application is submitted: V Treatment storage Mobile Treatment System Disposal Permit Modification 6. List type of treatment technology:_ I incineration(ADPC&E) v Sterilization List type W }CIQ Vu Thermal (microwave or dielectric) Chemical Discharge to POTW Alternate Technologies(list below) 7. Does facility have a EPA✓ ID Nuriber or a ADPC&E County Sequence number (CSN)? yes no Please list: 8. Does facility or mobile treatment system have any of the following environmental permits: Air permits NPDES permits Landfill permits Storm Pater Runoff permits RCRA TSD permits FPA Notification of Waste Activities Local permits Other environmental permits (phase list) 9. List all point and non -point discharges from plant facility. For mobile treatment systems, list all discharges from system operations: .S,4eo.4yl i L w cite f ) T 10. List all descriptions of waste residues generated(i.e., liquid, solid, shredded, hazardous constituents), waste deszgnation(i.e., general, special, hazardous), disposal mechanisms and recycling efforts, if anticipated: . t '.,T Un a ';P -TP PAGE 9 OF 9 ,dEDICAL WASTE TSD ZPZIT APPLICATION FOF*3 2 I, ��-± &j [i o, representing the medical waste nam individual treatment, storage and/or disposal facility �Sj(.( �' assure and certify that the name of TSD faCility facility will comply with the Arkansas Mechanical Code, the ' Arkansas Fire Code, the Arkansas Plumbing Code and the National glectr'cal Code and all other local building codes. J Date Autha-rriz.-d Signature Name of Company to`t"' A-vw vt I�ur Complete Address City, tate, Zip Code Telephone Number ?4 04 04:55p ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH APPLICATION FOR EVALUATION AND APPROVAL OF MEDICAL WASTE TREATMENT TECHNOLOGIES Complete the following questionnaire and return it along with the certification statement. Please include additional support data which may be applicable. Use additional paper if necessary. Reference with the related section and number(s). A. GENERAL P. 13 Al. Is the treatment technology best suited for on-site use at the point of generation, or is it adaptable for use as a commercial or regional treatment process receiving waste from several generators? ❑ On-site ❑ Commercial/Regional N Both A2. Is this treatment technology specified for use at small generator facilities such as physician, dental or veterinary offices or clinics? ❑ Yes N No A3. Has this treatment technology been approved/disapproved in any other state? If so, please indicate which states have issued a decision and submit copies of approvalsldisapprovals.. A4. Has the use of this equipment ever resulted in any environmental or occupational safety violation (federal, state or local)? >v O A5. Has the use of this equipment ever resulted in any injuries of any kind, or transmissions of any disease to any person? Describe all such instances. N 0 A6. Have you reviewed all applicable state solid and medical waste regulations for medical waste acceptance, treatment and disposal? yes AT Have you inquired as to whether any other permits are required? Please enclose agency response and requirements with your application. List all required permits and enclose copies of any permit approvals. Yes, rroNQ, Knvwrl NOTE: Local governments or other agencies may require permits. B. C. LEVEL OF TREATMENT B1. Does the level of microbial inactivation achieved by the treatment process meet the following definition? "Inactivation of vegetative bacteria, fungi, iipophilic/hydrophilic viruses, parasites and mycobacteria at a 6 Log 10 reduction or greater and inactivation of B.stearathermo hilus spores or B.subtilis spores at a 4 Log 10 reduction or greater." M Yes ❑ No If no, specify where the definition is unfulfilled. CHARACTERIZATIONi OF PROPOSED TREATMENT PROCESS Cl. Please check the appropriate categories that best describe — the methods of #his proposed technology. Proposed treatment technologies may incorporate several of the categories listed below. ❑ Chemical ❑ Mechanical ❑ Microwave ❑ Hamnmemiill ❑ Plasma Arc ❑ Encapsulation ® Heat ❑ Shredder ❑ Grinder ❑ Irradiation ❑ Ra&owave © Other (specify) 51�um 7-VASTE COMPATIBILITY Please identify if the proposed system is compatible or non -compatible with the following types of waste. VpE OF WASTE COMPATIBLE NON -COMPATIBLE DI. Cultures and stocks of infectious ❑ agents and associated biologicals D2. Liquid human waste including (] ❑ blood and blood products and body fluids D3. Pathological waste ❑ D4 Sharps ❑ D5. Other J� ❑ ❑ Please refer to the state medical waste regulations for further definition of the medical waste categories and prescribed medical waste management requirements. 1) Aug 24 04 04:56p D6. What waste characteristics present the most challenge to the proposed treatment process? 0 Organic materials ❑ Liquids ❑ Density/compaction ❑ Other characteristics, specify D7. Describe by composition (i.e., material and percentage) those medical wastes that would pose the most challenge to the proposed technology. Why? () 0 h (Z, D8. Describe the physical or chemical components of medical wastes that would interfere, cause mechanical breakdown, or compromise the treatment process or microbial inactivation efficacy. NC)N c E. MICROBIOLOGICAL TEST PROCEDURES v.Ct E1. Listed below are several test organisms which have been used as microbiological indicators to determine the effectiveness of a given treatment method. If there are any data to either support or refute the inactivation of any of the biological indicators using the proposed treatment process and under normal operating conditions, please check the appropriate space next to the indicator. NOTE: If protocols utilized by the applicant to generate microbial inactivation data are deemed unacceptable by the Department, the Department reserves the right to request that the applicant resubmit data generated from Department - approved protocols. If data has not yet been procured to support the inactivation of the listed biological indicators below, please contact the Department before initiating efficacy testing to ensure research protocols are in accordance with the Departmcnt's requirements. Vegetative Bacteria ❑ Staph,, low aureus (ATCC 6538) ❑ Pseudomonas aerufdnosa (ATCC 15442) Fungi ❑ Candida albicans (ATCC 18804) ❑ Penicillium chrysogenurn (ATCC 24791) ❑ As er illus ni er Viruses ❑ Polio 2 or Polio 3 ❑ MS -2 Bacteriophage (ATCC 15597-B1) 3