GrainHandlingProgramAdministration-GeorgiaTech.pptVIP

Written Programs EAP Emergency Escape from Bin Decks Grain Handling Housekeeping Bin Entry Permit / Policy Permits Hot Work Permits Training Grain Handling EAP Standard Interpretations Where to find them Questions? Overview Emergency Action Plan 29 CFR 1910.38 Procedures for reporting emergencies Fire, Weather, Domestic Procedures for emergency evacuation Type of evacuation Exit route assignments Procedures for critical operations Written Programs Grain Handling Specific EAP Requirement There must be at least two emergency escape routes from: Bin Decks / Galleries – 1910.272(o)(1) Tunnels in Grain Elevators – 1910.272(o)(2) Written Programs Grain Handling Written Programs Housekeeping Bin Entry Permit Hot Work Permit Written Programs Training Requirements Grain Handling Employee Safety Training Job-specific At least annual Hazard recognition and prevention: Dust accumulation and ignition sources Clearing choked legs, hot work, lockout, etc. Bin-entry specific: Engulfment hazards Mechanical hazards Entry Procedures Rescue Procedures Emergency Action Plan Train employees to assist in orderly evacuations – 1910.38(e) Review EAP with employees: At Hire / Job Assignment When employee’s EAP responsibilities change When the EAP changes Training Requirements Standard Interpretations / Click on “Enforcement” tab Click on “Letters of Interpretation” found on Quick Links bar Select “Standard #” tab Select “Part 1910…” Select “Part 1910.272 – Grain handling facilities” Standard Interpretations Contact Information: Damon C. Nix, Research Engineer II 260 14th Street NW Atlanta, GA 30332 404-407-7848 damon.nix@ Questions? All grain handling facilities are required to have an Emergency Action Plan (as are all general industries). The emergency action plan should meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.38. It should be written and available to all employees in the workplace for review. The plan should include procedures for: Reporting an emergency: Emergencies must include fire,