Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: CHEMICAL

***Certification of Abatement NOT Required*** Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employees did not utilized the proper procedures resulting in four employees exposed to Sodium Sulfide and one being struck by the opening of the man-way. The employees did not utilize Policy and Procedures. The employees and management open the man-way of a rotating dryer releasing sodium sulfide without a proper permit. The employees were not properly protected from the hazards. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct the hazard is ensure that the employees utilized the Company's Safe Work Permits. Ensure that the employees are trained and understand those procedures.The Company's Policy clearly states that no work on the line or equipment opening until the equipment owner has issue a proper permit. It provided Minimum Protective Equipment and Special Safety Protective Equipment (safety glasses, chemical goggles, full coverage suits to include hoods). It also states to treat opening lines or equipment as though they were under pressure and always wear appropriate PPE. It further states when breaking lines to place canvas or plastic shield over flange or line to safe guard against spraying or splashing of hazardous materials. Disclaimers: 1. You are not limited to the abatement methods suggested above. 2. The methods explained are general and may be not effective in all cases. 3. The employer is responsible for selecting and carrying out an appropriate method.