SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA’S)

SCBA’s may be used for Permit Required Confined Space Entry, if applicable. They will be

inspected on a regular basis, and are sanitized before and after use. The SCBA training video

will be viewed twice a year by all personnel.

If a confined space or enclosed area cannot be avoided, and the space or area has been tested to

contain toxic gas or vapors, or the oxygen content is too low, entry into the space or area is

prohibited unless the person (s) entering are properly wearing and have been properly trained in

the use of a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

NEVER ENTER A CONFINED SPACE OR ENCLOSED AREA THAT HAS BEEN TESTED

TO CONTAIN A FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE MIXTURE THAT IS TOO HIGH.

Protective wearing apparel shall be worn when working directly with raw sewage or sludges.

Hard hats shall be worn when directed by a supervisor.

Rubber gloves shall be worn when direct contact of hands with raw sewage or sludges is made. If

it is impossible to wear gloves and hands do happen to get contaminated with raw sewage or

sludge, they should be washed thoroughly as soon as possible. Always wash hands before breaks

and lunches. Avoid direct contact with hands and face when working in contaminated areas.

Always wear goggles when there is a possible chance of getting splashed by raw sewage or

sludge. If eyes or face become contaminated, they should be washed immediately.