Controlling Hazards
Controlling hazards on TSD sites uses the same "Hierarch of Controls" (HOC) model as discussed in Module 2.
This part of your written HAZWOPER program describes how you identify site hazards and how to control them. Employers must control hazards according to the HOC with engineering controls that engineer or physically change the work environment to reduce exposure levels.
When engineering controls alone are not sufficient, combine the controls with safe work practices. If the combination is not sufficient then, as a last option, provide appropriate PPE to reduce worker exposure to safe levels.
Using PPE: On most TSD sites, employees use personal protective equipment, which includes respirators, during hazardous-waste operations, your written HAZWOPER program must ensure the following:
- Equipment is selected to protect employees against site-specific hazards.
- Employees maintain and store the equipment properly.
- Employees understand the equipment's limitations.
- Equipment is decontaminated and disposed of properly.
- Employees are trained to use, wear, and inspect equipment.
- Equipment fits employees who use it.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
3-2. If engineering controls and safe work practices are not sufficient to control hazards, as a last option, provide _____.
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