| 2.0100.1a
Prevention through design | Design will be incorporated to eliminate or minimize hazards (e.g., material selection, access to equipment for installation and maintenance, placement of equipment, ductwork and condensate lines) | Prevent worker injuries Reduce risk exposure to toxic substances and physical hazards |
| 2.0100.1b
Hand protection
| Durable and wrist-protecting gloves will be worn that can withstand work activity | Minimize skin contact with contaminants Protect hands from hazards |
| 2.0100.1c
Respiratory protection | If the risk of airborne contaminants cannot be prevented, proper respiratory protection will be provided and worn (e.g., N-95 or equivalent face mask) When applying low pressure 2-component spray polyurethane foam, air purifying masks with an organic vapor cartridge and P-100 particulate filter will be used When applying high-pressure
SPF
SPF
Spray polyurethane foam
insulation, supplied air respirators (SARs) will be used Consult
SDS
SDS
Safety Data Sheet
for respiratory protection requirements
OSHA
OSHA
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, www.osha.gov
1910.134 shall be followed for the implementation of a respiratory protection program | Minimize exposure to airborne contaminants (e.g., insulation materials, mold spores, feces, bacteria, chemicals) |
| 2.0100.1d
Electrical safety | An electrical safety assessment will be performed All electric tools will be protected by ground-fault circuit interrupters (
GFCI
GFCI
Ground-fault circuit interrupter
) Three-wire type extension cords will be used with portable electric tools Worn or frayed electrical cords will not be used Water sources (e.g., condensate pans) and electrical sources will be kept separate Metal ladders will be avoided Special precautions will be taken if knob and tube wiring is present Aluminum foil products will be kept away from live wires For arc flash hazards,
NFPA
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association, www.nfpa.org
70E will be consulted | Avoid electrical shock and arc flash hazards |
| 2.0100.1e
Carbon monoxide (
CO
CO
Carbon monoxide
) | All homes will have a carbon monoxide alarm Ambient
CO
CO
Carbon monoxide
will be monitored during combustion testing and testing will be discontinued if ambient
CO
CO
Carbon monoxide
level inside the home or work space exceeds 35 parts per million (ppm) | Protect worker and occupant health |
| 2.0100.1f
Personal Protective Equipment |
SDS
SDS
Safety Data Sheet
and
OSHA
OSHA
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, www.osha.gov
regulations will be consulted for equipment and protective clothing would be worn if contaminants are present(e.g., insulation materials) Eye protection will always be worn (e.g., safety glasses, goggles if not using full-face respirator) | Protect worker from skin contact with contaminants Minimize spread of contaminants Provide eye protection |
| 2.0100.1g
Confined space safety | Spaces with limited ingress and egress and restricted work area will be considered confined space Access and egress points will be located before beginning work Inspection will be conducted for hazards, such as damaged or exposed electrical conductors, mold, sewage effluent, friable asbestos or fiberglass, pests, and other potential hazards Adequate ventilation will be provided Use of toxic material will be reduced | Prevent build-up of toxic or flammable contaminants Reduce risk to the workers in the confined space Provide adequate access and egress points Prevent electrical shock |
| 2.0100.1h
Power tool safety | Power tools will be inspected and used in accordance with manufacturer specifications and
OSHA
OSHA
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, www.osha.gov
regulations to eliminate hazards such as those associated with missing ground prongs, ungrounded circuits, misuse of power tools, noise, and improper or defective cords or extension cords.All tools must be maintained in proper operating condition with all guards securely in place All devices used will be verified as
GFCI
GFCI
Ground-fault circuit interrupter
protected or double insulated Exhaust gases from compressors and generators will be prevented from entering interior space | Prevent power tool injuries Prevent buildup of toxic or flammable contaminants |
| 2.0100.1i
Chemical safety | Hazardous materials will be handled in accordance with manufacturer specifications,
SDS
SDS
Safety Data Sheet
and
OSHA
OSHA
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, www.osha.gov
standards to eliminate hazards associated with volatile organic compounds (VOCs), sealants, insulation, contaminated drywall, dust, foams, asbestos, lead, mercury, and fibers Appropriate personal protective equipment (
PPE
PPE
Personal protective equipment
) will be provided Workers will be trained on how to use
PPE
PPE
Personal protective equipment
Workers will be expected to always use appropriate
PPE
PPE
Personal protective equipment
during work | Prevent worker exposure to toxic substances |
| 2.0100.1j
Ergonomic safety | Appropriate
PPE
PPE
Personal protective equipment
will be used (e.g., knee pads, bump caps, additional padding) Proper equipment will be used for work Proper lifting techniques will be used | Prevent injuries from awkward postures, repetitive motions, and improper lifting |
| 2.0100.1k
Hand tool safety | Hand tools will be maintained in safe working order and used for intended purpose | Prevent injuries |
| 2.0100.1l
Slips, trips, and falls | Caution will be used around power cords, hoses, tarps, and plastic sheeting Precautions will be taken when ladders are used, when working at heights, or when balancing on joists Walk boards will be used when practical When scaffolding is used, manufacturer set-up procedures will be followed Appropriate footwear and clothing will be worn | Prevent injuries due to slips, trips, and falls |
| 2.0100.1m
Thermal stress | Ensure staff is aware of risks during extreme weather including the symptoms of heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and hypothermia Appropriate ventilation, hydration, rest breaks, and cooling equipment will be provided 911 will be dialed when necessary | Prevent heat stroke, heat stress, and cold stress related injuries |
| 2.0100.1n
Fire safety | Ignition sources will be identified and eliminated (e.g., turn off pilot lights and fuel supply) Use of flammable material will be reduced and fire-rated materials will be used | Prevent a fire hazard |
| 2.0100.1o
Asbestos-containing materials (
ACM
ACM
Asbestos-containing material
) | Assess potential asbestos hazard; if unsure whether material contains asbestos, contact a qualified asbestos professional to assess the material and to sample and test as needed If suspected
ACM
ACM
Asbestos-containing material
is in good condition, do not disturb If suspected
ACM
ACM
Asbestos-containing material
is damaged (e.g., unraveling, frayed, breaking apart), immediately isolate the area(s) For suspected
ACM
ACM
Asbestos-containing material
that is damaged or that must be disturbed as part of the retrofit activity, contact an asbestos professional for abatement or repair in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements; only a licensed or trained professional may abate, repair, or remove
ACM
ACM
Asbestos-containing material
When working around
ACM
ACM
Asbestos-containing material
, do not: - Dust, sweep, or vacuum
ACM
ACM
Asbestos-containing material
debris
- Saw, sand, scrape, or drill holes in the material
- Use abrasive pads or brushes to strip materials
Asbestos abatement or repair work should be completed prior to blower door testing; exercise appropriate caution when conducting blower door testing where friable asbestos or vermiculite attic insulation is present to avoid drawing asbestos fibers into the living space (i.e., use positively pressurized blower door testing) unless the material has been tested and found not to contain asbestos | Protect workers and occupants from potential asbestos hazards |
| 2.0100.1p
Lead paint assessment | Presence of lead based paint in pre-1978 homes will be assumed unless testing confirms otherwise The Environmental Protection Agency (
EPA
EPA
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, www.epa.gov
) Renovation, Repair, and Painting (
RRP
RRP
Renovation, repair, and painting
) Program Rule (40 CFR Part 745) in pre-1978 homes and proposed changes to this rule (Federal Register/Vol. 75, No. 87/May 6, 2010) will be complied with, to be superseded by any subsequent final rulemaking or any more stringent state or federal standards | Protect workers and occupants from potential lead hazards |
| 2.0100.1q
Site security | Work site will be secured to prevent unauthorized entry Temporarily disconnected eqipment will be locked up and tagged out All loose or unbagged trash and unused materials will be removed from work site daily | Protect the occupant from exposure to potential hazards |
| 2.0100.1r
Crawl space safety | The source of all contaminants (e.g., sewage,dead animals,needles) will be corrected,repaired,or removed before performing inspections that require complete access to the crawl space If appropriate, the contaminant will be neutralized and/or a protective barrier will be installed in the area | Ensure work safety Prevent worker exposure to hazards |
