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    EMPLOYEE

    SAFETY

    HANDBOOK

    V3.0

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    HEALTH,SAFETY,AND

    ENVIRONMENTAL

    POLICY STATEMENT

    It is the policy of CleanBlast, LLC. (CLEANBLAST)

    that all of our employees are entitled to work in a Safe and

    Healthful environment. To accomplish this, continued

    emphasis will be placed on incident Prevention, EmployeeHealth Protection, Protection of the Environment, and

    General Loss Control.

    All employees of CLEANBLAST are directed to make

    job safety a matter greater than all other company

    operations. Incidents resulting in personal injury, damage

    to property and equipment, represent needless suffering andwaste.

    Managements responsibility is to provide the safest

    conditions and equipment for all employees. The safety of

    the employee, the public, and the operation is paramount

    and every attempt will be made to reduce the possibility of

    accident occurrence. Safety shall take precedence overshort cuts and expediency.

    The efficiency of any operation can be measured

    directly by its ability to prevent incidents. This can be

    accomplished only if all local, state, and federal safety

    requirements, appropriate industry standards, and best

    safety practices are complied with at all times.

    _________________________________MIKE FOGLEMAN,PRESIDENT

    _________________________________RORY MACDOWELL,VICE PRESIDENT

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    FOREWORD

    CLEANBLAST believes that job safety is

    the first order of business. There are many

    hazards encountered in industry. However,through sound and reasonable safety and

    operating practices, incidents may beeliminated. The purpose of this handbook is

    to furnish each CLEANBLAST employee

    with guidelines to perform his or her job

    safely. It is understood that the scope of

    some jobs may change which will requireadditional detailed safety instructions. It is

    incumbent on each employee to learn,

    practice and enforce the safety rules

    contained in this handbook.

    Ver 3.0 15 Apr 2011

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    TABLE OF CONTENT

    1.0 Responsibilities2.0 General Safety Rules3.0 Employee Conduct4.0 Workplace Violence5.0 Harassment6.0 Substance Abuse7.0 Injury Reporting8.0 Housekeeping9.0 Hand Tools and Power Tools10.0 Knife Policy11.0 Overhead Work12.0 Personal Protective Equipment13.0 Confined Space Entry14.0 Lockout / Tagout15.0 Fire Prevention16.0 Hazard Communication17.0 Helicopters18.0 Boats and Other Marine Operations19.0 Crane & Rigging Safety20.0 Stop Work Authority

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    1.0 RESPONSIBILITIES

    1.1.1 Executives and Managers including Foremen are

    defined as supervisor in the Company and are

    held responsible for the safety of the employees

    working under their direction.No job is so

    important, nor any service so urgent, that time

    cannot be taken to perform the work in a safe

    manner.

    1.1.2 When the word supervisor is used in this text, it

    refers to any CLEANBLAST employee who has

    supervisory authority over other Company

    employees or subcontractors at a work site,

    whether on, or off Company premises. It is the

    supervisors duty to see that:

    1.1.3 Work is planned and analyzed in advance to

    determine the safest practical method or

    procedure and the physical protection necessary

    to perform an operation. The supervisor shall beresponsible for seeing that this physical

    protection is obtained, maintained, and used

    throughout the work.

    1.1.4 All employees are aware of the proper safety

    procedures; they are instructed in detail ofspecific procedures for the specific job before the

    job begins.

    1.1.5 All new employees or all employees transferred

    or assigned to work with which they are

    unfamiliar are to be given specific instructions atthe time of the assignment in the precautions to

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    be observed in connection with their work

    location.

    1.1.6 The safe practice procedures of CLEANBLAST

    are complied with at all times, except when

    following a particular CLEANBLAST rule might

    constitute more of a hazard. Where or when any

    exception is taken, the responsibility for the

    exception rests directly upon the supervisor. Thesupervisor should contact his CLEANBLAST

    project manager or the site companies manager

    for guidance in these instances.

    1.1.7 All incidents are investigated by Supervisor(s)

    personally. This includes incidents occurring toor caused by an employee, piece of equipment, or

    motor vehicle assigned to that Supervisor. All

    recordable incidents will also be investigated by

    CLEANBLAST HSE personnel. HSE personnel

    will document what happened, interview

    witnesses, identify deficiencies, determine rootcause, develop corrective action plan with

    ownership and will track incident through

    closure.

    1.1.8 Each Employee is responsible for complying with

    Company safety rules and policies, using safework practices and procedures, acquiring the

    knowledge and skills for safe performance in all

    assigned tasks, and developing safe work habits.

    The employee will report to his/her supervisor all

    injuries, unsafe conditions, defects in or damage

    to machinery, apparatus, or equipment, which

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    could result in or does result in unsafe conditions

    that may lead to personal injury.

    2.0 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES

    2.1.1 ACCOUNTABILITY

    2.1.2 All management and supervisory personnel

    are responsible and accountable for the effective

    communication and enforcement of these safety

    rules. Employees should understand that these

    guidelines do not cover all situations, and

    additional rules or variations of these rules may

    be required under certain circumstances.

    2.2 ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO:

    2.2.1 Comply with ALL specific safety instructions,operating procedures, posted signs and

    instructions given by the supervisor. Also, they

    must comply with customers safety guidelines.

    If there is a discrepancy between a customers

    safety guideline and a CLEANBLASTs safety

    guidelines, chose those affording best safety

    practices. In no case should the employee provide

    less than what is required by a CLEANBLASTs

    safety procedures.

    2.2.2 Obey all safety signs, and instructions. Your first

    responsibility is to perform your job in a safe

    manner. Ask questions if you are unsure how to

    perform a job safely.

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    2.2.3 Intoxicating liquor, controlled substances, illegal

    drugs, alcoholic beverages, ammunition or fire

    arms are not permitted on CLEANBLAST property, customer property or jobsite at any time.

    2.2.4 Do not allow hazardous conditions to exist;

    correct the hazard if possible and report it to a

    supervisor immediately.

    2.2.5 When working with someone else, protect not

    only yourself, but avoid action that might cause

    problems for your fellow employee. Practice

    team safety.

    2.2.6 When relieved by another employee, inform therelief of all operating conditions and potential

    hazards.

    2.2.7 You must inform your supervisor if you are on

    prescribed medication that could affect your

    ability to perform your work.

    2.2.8 Perform a safety inspection of the entire work

    area before you undertake a job. Return the work

    area to a safe, orderly condition when the job is

    complete.

    2.2.9 Know the location and proper use of fire

    extinguishers, safety showers, eyewash stations,

    and other safety equipment in the work area.

    2.2.10 Smoke only when permitted to do so byCLEANBLAST policy or prevailing customer

    rules. If smoking is permitted, smoke only at

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    designated times. Do not carry matches or

    lighters onto any job site.

    2.2.11 Obtain a properly executed Work Permit as

    required by CLEANBLAST procedures or

    established customer safety guidelines.

    2.2.12 Clean up your work area after work is completed.

    No job is completed until the area is clear ofparts, tools, spilled product, and other debris.

    2.2.13 Actively participate in pre-job, JSEA, and safety

    meetings at the job site and regularly scheduled

    safety meetings at your location.

    3.0 EMPLOYEE CONDUCT3.1 GENERAL

    3.1.1 Employees are expected to conduct themselves in

    a civilized, orderly manner while on

    CLEANBLAST property, at any job site, or in

    transit to/from any job site.

    3.1.2 Employees who drive or ride in any Company

    vehicle, including in-transit to/from jobsite, are

    strictly prohibited from consuming or carryingany alcoholic beverage or illegal substance at any

    time along the route.

    3.1.3 Employees who are at CLEANBLAST locations

    are prohibited from engaging in the following

    activities:

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    3.1.3.1 Possessing a firearm or other weapon.

    3.1.3.2 Willful or negligent destruction of property.

    3.1.3.3 Theft of property belonging to CLEANBLAST,

    customers, or other employees.

    3.1.3.4 Neglect of duty (including leaving post of duty

    without cause or permission and sleeping onduty).

    3.2 PERSONAL CONDUCT

    3.2.1 Do not operate equipment for which you are not

    trained.

    3.2.2 Sleeping while on the job is not permitted.

    3.2.3 Confine activities to the work site.

    3.2.4 Eat only in approved areas.

    3.2.5 Hands should be washed before eating, drinking,

    or smoking.

    3.2.6 Facial hair that may interfere with safe

    respiratory protection or job duty is not allowed.

    3.2.7 No contact lenses are allowed.

    3.2.8 Unauthorized removal of tools, materials, or

    equipment from a job site or company premises is

    prohibited.

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    color, race, ancestry, religion, nationality, age,

    physical or mental disability, marital status,

    citizenship status, or other protected group status.

    6.0 SUBSTANCE ABUSE

    6.1.1 Employees are prohibited from:

    6.1.1.1 Possessing, consuming, dispensing, selling, or

    reporting to work under the influence of illegal

    drugs or other illegal substances on

    CLEANBLAST premises or at any location.

    6.1.1.2 Possessing or consuming legally prescribed drugs

    while acting in the course and scope of

    employment, without proper authorization.

    6.1.1.3 Reporting for duty, working, or driving a

    CLEANBLAST vehicle in an impaired state due

    to consumption of alcohol or any drug or mind-

    altering substance, whether legal or illegal.

    6.1.1.4 Violating any provision of CLEANBLAST

    Substance Abuse Policy or related drug and

    alcohol policies.

    7.0 INJURY REPORTING

    7.1.1 All on-the-job injuries, regardless of severity,

    must be reported immediately to the appropriate

    CLEANBLAST supervisor.

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    7.1.2 If treatment other than minor first aid is indicated

    or if you become aware of a job-related injury

    after leaving work, notify your CLEANBLASTsupervisor or appropriate member of the

    management team, and determination will be

    made regarding appropriate medical care.

    8.0 HOUSEKEEPING

    8.1.1 Housekeeping is the responsibility of every

    CLEANBLAST employee. No job is complete

    until the work area is adequately cleaned up.

    8.1.2 All trash and scrap material shall be placed in

    proper containers promptly.

    8.1.3 Emergency equipment and rig/platform exits

    must be accessible at all times.

    8.1.4 All tools shall be returned to proper storage areasor toolboxes after use.

    8.1.5 Work areas, vehicles, living quarters and changeareas must be kept neat and clean at all times.

    9.0 HAND TOOLS AND POWER TOOLS

    9.1.1 All employees are expected to know and use the

    proper tool for the job at hand. If you are not

    sure, ask your supervisor.

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    9.1.2 All tools shall be inspected before use. Anydefective tool shall be removed from service and

    brought to the attention of the supervisor.

    9.1.3 Guards on power tools, such as grinders (either

    portable or fixed), shall not be removed for any

    reason.

    9.1.4 Pneumatic tools shall never be connected toanything but a compressed air source.

    9.1.5 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) shall be

    used in conjunction with all electrical power tools

    in areas where flammable gases and vapors,

    combustible dusts, or ignitable fibers may bepresent in the air in quantities sufficient to

    produce explosive or ignitable mixtures.

    9.1.6 All electrical equipment must be properly

    grounded. Portable electrically powered tools

    shall be used with properly sized andfunctioning GFCI devices. The device should be

    located at the power source to protect the hand

    tool (s) and also extension cord (s) if used. GFCI

    devices shall also be utilized on fueled welding

    machines when power hand tools such as

    grinders are employed.

    10.0 KNIFE POLICY

    10.1.1 Alternative cutting devices, such as retractable

    blade safety knives or other Customer approved

    devices only, should be used by CLEANBLASTpersonnel.

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    10.1.2 Personnel are not allowed to carry pocket knives

    or similar devices on any job site.

    11.0 OVERHEAD WORK

    11.1.1 A secured ladder or scaffolding shall be used

    when work cannot feasibly be performed from

    ground level.

    11.1.2 No material shall be thrown or dropped from

    elevated places.

    11.1.3 No tools or other materials shall be carried by

    hand when climbing a ladder.

    11.1.4 When working in elevated locations, all tools,

    supplies, and equipment shall be placed and/or

    secured so that such equipment will not fall or

    present a tripping hazard.

    11.1.5 Full body harnesses and lanyard shall be used

    when working in elevated locations, 6 foot or

    higher, where scaffolds and platforms equipped

    with guardrails are not feasible or practical.

    11.1.6 Straight or extension ladders shall be securelylashed near the point of support to prevent the

    ladder from swaying or falling. (Someone must

    secure the ladder by hand while this is being

    done).

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    12.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

    (PPE)

    12.1 GENERAL PPEGUIDELINES

    12.1.1 All personnel shall be dress suitably for the work

    in which they are routinely engaged. Loose

    clothing shall not be worn near movingmachinery. Jewelry shall not be worn.

    12.1.2 Employees will not be allowed to work without a

    shirt or in a sleeveless shirt. All personnel should

    wear long sleeve shirts with the cuffs buttoned

    while working in customer facilities.

    12.1.3 ANSI approved safety glasses shall be worn at all

    times as minimum eye protection by all

    CLEANBLAST employees at all job sites. Safety

    glasses with tinted lenses may be worn on

    Company property or if allowed by prevailingcustomer rules. However, tinted lenses shall not

    be worn after dark or inside vessels. Contact

    lenses shall not be worn.

    12.1.4 ANSI approved steel-toed boots are required as

    standard footwear for field personnel at all jobsites and in company yards and shop areas.

    12.1.5 Never begin work on any line, vessel, or other

    equipment unless you are sure what service it is

    in and what protective clothing and equipment

    are necessary. Read the Work Permit, if required,

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    carefully and consult with customer personnel or

    the local management if you have any questions.

    12.2 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF SAFETY

    CLOTHING AND PROTECTIVE DEVICES

    12.2.1 Hard Hats, per ANSI specifications, shall be

    worn on all work sites. Metal hard hats shall not

    be worn by CLEANBLAST personnel.

    12.2.2 Mono-goggles shall be worn on all work sites

    where dusty, corrosive, or irritant chemicals are

    present. Mono-goggles are also required when

    grinding, scraping, reaming, using a wire brush,

    and when using compressed air or pneumatictools.

    12.2.3 Faceshields shall be worn in addition to mono-

    goggles when exposed to direct splashes of

    corrosive or irritant chemicals.

    12.2.4 Slicker Suits shall be worn when exposed to

    direct splashes of corrosive or irritant chemicals.

    12.2.5 Chemical Resistance Gloves shall be worn when

    exposed to corrosive and irritant chemicals.

    Neoprene or vinyl gloves are particularly usefulwhen exposed to petroleum products. Leather

    work gloves shall be used when handling drums,

    scaffolding materials, or operating equipment if

    there is no foreseeable chemical contact.

    12.2.6 Welding Hoods and Goggles shall be worn when

    welding, burning, cutting, or brazing. Welders

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    helpers shall wear flash goggles when exposed to

    welding arcs.

    12.2.7 Qualified Air Hoods must be worn if exposed to

    fumes, grit blasting media, or mists. Since an

    unventilated hood quickly becomes warm and

    humid, an air liner may be added for comfort. Be

    sure this device is approved for applications and

    is operated in accordance with manufacturersguidelines.

    12.3 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

    12.3.1 Appropriate respiratory protection shall be used

    when the work area is contaminated withexcessive dust, toxic gases, vapors, or fumes, or

    when an oxygen deficiency exists.

    12.3.2 The individual employee is responsible for

    inspecting any respirator in his / her possession

    before its use to insure that it is in an acceptableworking condition. Employees shall not use

    respirators that are dirty or in ill repair.

    12.3.3 Fittings and connections of supplied air

    respirators shall not be tampered with or altered

    for any reason.

    12.3.4 Supplied air respirators shall never be connected

    to anything but a clearly labeled source of

    certified breathing air. If the customer is

    supplying the air source, written certification is

    required prior to the job.

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    12.3.5 Respirators shall not be worn when conditions

    prevent a good seal. Such conditions include

    facial hair that projects under the sealing surfaceof a respirator, eyeglasses with temple bars, and

    anatomical features that compromise the face to

    mask seal. All field employees are restricted from

    having facial hair, which projects under the

    sealing surface of any respirator used by their

    location.

    12.3.6 Any employee required to use a respirator on the

    job shall receive documented respirator training

    and a fit test prior to the first work assignment

    that may require a respirator.

    12.3.7 Respirator pre-filters are to be replaced each day

    of use.

    12.3.8 Respirator cartridges are to be replaced after

    every third day of use or more frequently if

    deemed necessary by supervisor ormanufacturers guidelines.

    12.4 FALL PROTECTION

    12.4.1 Each employee on a walking/working surface

    with an unprotected side or edge which is 6 feetor more above lower level shall be protected from

    falling by use of guardrail system, safety net

    system, or personal fall arrest system.

    12.4.2 Personal fall arrest protective devices shall

    consist of a full body harness, a shock absorbing

    lanyard, and an anchorage point.

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    12.4.3 Each employee working above dangerous

    equipment shall be protected from falling byguardrails, by equipment guards, safety net

    system, position limiting device, or fall arrest

    system suitable for the particular hazard.

    12.4.4 Fall protective devices may be required by the

    customer when working on elevated surfaces lessthan 6 feet. CLEANBLAST employees will

    comply with customer standards.

    13.0 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

    13.1.1 A confined space is any work space which maymeet one or more of the following criteria:

    i) Large enough and designed in such a

    manner that will enable a worker to

    enter and perform work.

    ii) Has limited means of entry and exit.

    iii) Is not designed for continuousoccupancy.

    13.1.2 Furthermore, this policy specifically addresses

    entry into Confined Spaces which:

    i) Contains or may contain a hazardousatmosphere.

    ii) Contains the potential for engulfment

    by loose particles.

    iii) Has an internal design that will causecontainment of a worker by inwardly

    converging walls or flooring that slopesdownward.

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    iv) Contains any other recognized safety orhealth hazards.

    13.1.3 Before entering any confined space a CLEAN

    BLAST confined space entry permit must be

    completed. If the customer issues an entry permit,

    in accordance with their own facility policies and

    procedures, CLEANBLAST personnel shall

    assure that it complies or exceeds CLEANBLASTs confined space entry safety practices.

    13.1.4 Appropriate atmospheric testing must be taken

    before anyone enters the confined space. The

    results of these tests shall be noted on the permit.

    13.1.5 An Attendant (hole watch) is required for all

    confined space entry jobs. The Attendant shall

    remain at the manway or entrance to the confined

    space and should be in continuous contact (visual

    or verbal) with workers inside the confined space.

    13.1.6 The Attendant shall not leave the manway area

    unless properly relieved. The Attendant shall not

    enter the confined space for any reason, unless

    properly relieved.

    13.1.7 In the event of an emergency, the Attendant willnotify customer personnel before attempting any

    rescue.

    13.1.8 Any employee required to work in a confined

    space shall receive a documented confined space

    entry training prior to the first assignment.

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    14.0 LOCK OUT/ TAG OUT

    14.1.1 CLEANBLAST personnel must work with

    customer representative when de-energizing

    customer controlled equipment. Do not operate

    any valve, switch, or other controlling device

    belonging to a customer without specific, detailed

    authorization.

    14.1.2 All hazardous energy sources with electrical,

    chemical, thermal, pneumatic, hydraulic, and

    mechanical potential must be locked or secured

    using an energy isolating device and/or

    separation prior to performing work activities.

    14.1.3 If the customer does not provide or utilize a lock

    out / tag out procedure, CLEANBLAST

    procedures shall be implemented.

    14.1.4 All company and contract employees working onprocess or piece of equipment must affix their

    personal locks to the energy isolating device

    and/or lock out box. A lock may be removed only

    by the individual who applies it.

    14.1.5 Energy control must be verified before workingon equipment or processes. An attempt to start

    the equipment or the use of measurement

    instruments are examples of verification.

    14.1.6 All lockout devices are to be removed promptly

    after work has been completed.

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    15.0 FIRE PREVENTION

    15.1 SMOKING

    15.1.1 Smoking is prohibited in all work areas and

    allowed only if designated/permitted smoking

    areas are established.

    15.2 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

    15.2.1 Company vehicles, maintenance shops, and

    general office areas shall be equipped with fire

    extinguishers if required by Department of

    Transportation regulations, OSHA regulations, orlocal fire codes.

    15.2.2 All fire extinguishers shall be visually inspected

    monthly by location personnel to insure the units

    are fully charged. All fire extinguishers shall be

    inspected annually by trained professionals toinsure that the unit is operable, fully-charged, and

    has a current hydrostatic test date. A tag

    indicating all inspections shall be affixed to each

    extinguisher.

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    16.0 HAZARD COMMUNICATION

    RIGHT TO KNOW STANDARD

    (29 CFR 1910.1200)

    16.1 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS)

    16.1.1 The supervisor shall be responsible for obtaining

    the MSDS for each purchased chemical from the

    supplier as a condition of sale. A MSDS must be

    on file or included with each shipment of

    chemical when received.

    16.1.2 Copies of MSDSs shall be maintained in a

    binder or a file readily accessible to all facility

    employees. Readily accessible means that the

    employee does not need to contact a supervisor to

    obtain the information.

    16.1.3 If the Company is supplying chemicals to a

    customer, or bringing a chemical into a

    customers facility for any reason, such shipment

    and delivery must be accompanied by a MSDS.

    16.1.4 CLEANBLAST personnel shall request and

    obtain copies of all MSDSs or chemical analysis

    for substances present at any worksite prior to

    performing any work with that (or those)substance(s).

    16.2 CHEMICAL LISTS

    16.2.1 A listing of all chemicals currently in inventory

    and all chemicals purchased, inventoried, and / orused during the duration of the job shall be

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    17.1.3 If authorized, carry long objects horizontally to

    avoid contact with the rotor blades.

    17.1.4 Seat belts must be worn at all times.

    17.1.5 Life preservers must be worn while over water.

    17.1.6 Do not get near the tail rotor or cross under thetail boom.

    17.1.7 Do not leave your seat on landing until the pilot

    indicates it is safe to do so.

    17.1.8 Do not distract the pilot.

    17.1.9 Do not leave loose objects near the helicopter or

    landing area.

    17.1.10 Do not lift objects higher than your waist while

    under rotors.

    17.1.11 Do not hurry.

    17.1.12 Hold hard hats and other loose objects when you

    approach a helicopter.

    17.1.13 Do not put anything in the luggage compartment

    unless approved by the pilot, or the landing

    officer.

    17.1.14 Do not step on floats when getting in and out of

    the helicopter or when loading and unloading

    luggage and cargo.

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    17.1.15 Follow the pilots instruction at all times.

    17.1.16 Approved hearing protection shall be worn

    during helicopter flights.

    17.1.17 Do not throw objects from the helicopter at any

    time.

    18.0 BOATS AND OTHER MARINE

    OPERATIONS

    18.1.1 At marine terminals, do not board the boat until

    you are told to do so by the dispatcher or proper

    authority.

    18.1.2 Follow the captains instructions, as he is in

    complete charge of the boat, its passengers, and

    cargo.

    18.1.3 Boat passengers must remain inside the cabin

    unless authorized by the captain for a specificreason such as loading or unloading cargo or

    passenger.

    18.1.4 Do not remove personal floatation devices from

    their designated stowage area unless for an

    emergency.

    18.1.5 Wear an approved type life jacket or work vest

    while transferring from platform to boat, boat to

    platform, or when transferring cargo.

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    18.1.6 Transfer when the vessel is at the peak of wave

    not when the vessel is in the wave trough (by

    swing rope).

    18.1.7 Only light personal luggage shall be permitted

    inside the personnel net when personnel are being

    transferred.

    18.1.8 Always ride the personnel basket standing on theouter rim of the net facing inward. Hold on with

    both hands.

    18.1.9 Do not get off personnel net until it is settled

    firmly on the deck of the boat or platform.

    19.0 CRANE AND RIGGING SAFETY

    19.1.1 Cranes are to be operated only by personnel

    certified as crane operators and must be

    authorized to do so.

    19.1.2 Rigging operations are to be conducted only by

    certified riggers attained through training and

    experience.

    19.1.3 Before attempting a lift, the load must always beinspected to insure that the crane is capable of

    lifting the weight of the load.

    19.1.4 Inspection of the crane and loose gear shall be

    performed prior to lifting operations.

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    19.1.5 If the crane or loose gear is determined to be

    defective, it shall immediately be removed from

    service as defined by API RP 2D.

    19.1.6 Loads should always have a tag line.

    19.1.7 No person is allowed to walk under a suspended

    load.

    19.1.8 Only one person properly trained in crane rigger

    hand signals shall direct crane operations.

    19.1.9 Slings and other loose gear should be properly

    stored when not in use.

    19.1.10 Appropriate loose gear shall be selected and

    utilized within its safe working load limit.

    19.1.11 Sling charts shall be referred to determine safe

    working load limits in various configurations.

    19.1.12 Horizontal sling angles should not be less than

    45.

    19.1.13 Wire rope clips/clams shall not be used to make

    temporary slings in the field.

    20.0 STOP WORK AUTHORITY

    20.1.1 The purpose of Stop Work Authority is to resolve

    any unacceptable Health, Safety or

    Environmental condition, act, or lack of

    understanding that could result in an accident.

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    20.1.2 Every employee has the authority and obligation

    to suspend a task or operation, anywhere within

    their area of site regardless of who is responsiblefor the task or operation, if control of HSE risk is

    not clearly established or understood.

    20.1.3 Employees are obliged to stop the task or

    operation, notify the personnel associated with

    the task or operation, and insure corrective actionis taken before the task or operation is resumed.

    20.1.4 Employees have the clear understanding that

    there will be no negative repercussion against

    them due to their obligation herein.

    20.1.5 All employees will adhere to the rule: SILENCE

    IS APPROVAL meaning that if they see

    something that is, or could be, a safety issue then

    they are required to use Stop Work Authority.

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    I have received, reviewed, understand, and agreeto abide by the terms and guidelines presented in

    the CLEANBLAST safety handbook. I

    understand that compliance with this handbook is

    a condition of my continued employment and that

    disciplinary action, up to and including

    termination, may be taken if I am found inviolation of these policies. I also understand that I

    will have access to this handbook at all times

    while on the job.

    Employee Name (Print)

    ____________________________Employee Signature

    ____________________________Date

    ____________________________Company Representative

    ____________________________Date

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    I have received, reviewed, understand, and agreeto abide by the terms and guidelines presented in

    the CLEANBLAST safety handbook. I

    understand that compliance with this handbook is

    a condition of my continued employment and that

    disciplinary action, up to and including

    termination, may be taken if I am found inviolation of these policies. I also understand that I

    will have access to this handbook at all times

    while on the job.

    Employee Name (Print)

    ____________________________Employee Signature

    ____________________________Date

    ____________________________Company Representative

    ____________________________Date

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