APPENDIX

1. Safety Memo #1 ………………………………………………………….. A
2. Safety Memo #2 ………………………………………………………….. B
3. Safety Memo #3 ………………………………………………………….. C
4. Safety Memo #4 ………………………………………………………….. D
5. Safety Memo #5 ………………………………………………………….. E
6. Safety Memo #6 ………………………………………………………….. F

A:

SAFETY MEMO
Number 1
Date: 1-20-93
Prepared by; Mark Klaene
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3.5m ENCLOSURE - ROOF ACCESS

Description

The roof of the 3.5m telescope enclosure presents a significant safety hazard. At 55 feet above the ground, a fall will likely be fatal. In addition movement of the shutter doors could result in serious injury to anyone on the roof. As a result, special precautions and restrictions are required when accessing the roof.

Procedures and Precautions

The hatch leading to the roof from the Secondary Exchange platform must remain locked when not in use.

A safety harness and rope are to be worn by all persons entering the roof. This rope must be securely attached to a hard point on the roof or shutter at all times. Rope length shall limit a vertical drop to 10 feet.

The roof hatch and shutter interlock must be operable. Keep the hatch open at all times when working on the roof.

Shutters are to be “Locked Out” during periods of prolonged work.

There must be at least two persons present.

Enclosure rotation must be inhibited by the “STOP” button on the Secondary Exchange platform

Bridge Crane shall be “OFF” at the switch box.

Access to the roof is restricted to employees performing necessary maintenance and trained in the use of the safety equipment.

Access to the roof is prohibited during periods of thunderstorms or when winds exceed 25 mph.

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Jim Fowler
APO Site Operations Manager

B:

SAFETY MEMO
Number 2 Date: 3-1-95
Prepared by; Mark Klaene
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CRANE OPERATIONS

Description

* There are 2 cranes located within the 3.5m enclosure and 2 in the 2.5m enclosure. While the capacities and operations differ significantly between them, they both require the same safety precautions. Due to the weight and height of the loads available, the potential for serious injury and/or equipment damage makes crane operations a significant safety concern.

Procedures and Precautions

Only trained personnel are authorized to operate the cranes.

Maximum load rating shall not be exceeded except for certification.

Use of the crane for “Live” loads is prohibited.

Modification of the crane is prohibited.

Loads shall be rigged with equipment rated above the weight of the load. Rigging shall have the rated load clearly indicated. Proper rigging is essential to safe crane operations. The crane operator is responsible for verifying proper rigging.

During crane/load movement one person is in charge. This may or may not be the operator. This person is the only one with authority to “START” movement. To the contrary, anyone can “STOP” movement.

* “HOIST IN USE” signs shall be placed whenever the load transverses another floor other than the one where the hoist and operator are, to warn incoming personnel.

During operations between levels, a “STOP” button must be in to inhibit Enclosure rotation and telescope movement. Button should be near the crane operator’s position.

The operator is responsible for verifying crane operation before loading and reporting any deficiencies to the Site Safety Officer.

The operator shall not leave the controls while the load is suspended.

The operator shall not pass the load over people.

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Bruce Gillespie
APO Site Operations Manager

C:

SAFETY MEMO
Number 3 Date: 1-20-93
Prepared by; Mark Klaene
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INSTRUMENT DEWAR FILLING

Description

Filling of the instrument dewars requires handling of Cryrogenic liquids (N2) . Due to the extreme cold temperatures involved proper care must be taken to avoid injury. Serious burns can result from contact with Cryrogenic liquids. During transfer some material will boil off. Due to the high vapor to liquid ratio, Nitrogen gas may displace sufficient oxygen to create a deadly atmosphere.

Procedures and Precautions

Only trained personnel are authorized to handle Cryrogenic liquids.

Cryrogenic gloves and a full face shield will be worn during liquid transfer.

Liquid transfer will be done slowly to avoid splashing.

Liquid transfer will take place only in well ventilated areas.

Transfer only as much liquid as required. Avoid spilling and waste.

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Jim Fowler
APO Site Operations Manager

D:

SAFETY MEMO
Number 4 Date: 1-20-93
Prepared by; Mark Klaene
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SNOW/ICE REMOVAL

Description

Snow and ice presents a significant risk due to falls and automobile accidents. Snow removal is a high priority during the winter months. The road, parking lot, walks, and emergency exit doors should be cleared as soon as possible. The safety of our employees, visitors, and occasional tourist must be considered. In addition, numerous persons are injured each year clearing snow. Use of machinery for snow removal should be considered whenever possible.

Procedures and Precautions

After a snow fall, snow clearing of a walk to each of the buildings will take priority over all other operations.

As soon as possible, all walks will be cleared of snow, utilizing sunshine to provide final clearing and drying.

Sunspot CE shop should be called to facilitate road and parking lot clearing as soon as the snow stops or accumulation exceeds 4 inches.

All doors to all buildings will be cleared to allow opening as soon as possible. These areas will require continued attention as snow melts off the roofs.

The Sunspot loader or our snowblower should be used on heavy snowfalls. Avoid shoveling when snow depths exceed 3 inches.

When shoveling, utilize back supports.

Wear nonskid boots, gloves, and a hat during prolonged shoveling.

The garage driveway should be cleared when practical.

The dirt road leading to the telescope enclosure should be cleared as required for access.

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Jim Fowler
APO Site Operations Manager

E:

SAFETY MEMO
Number 5 Date: 7/16/99
Prepared by; Mark Klaene
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HEAVY TRUCK OPERATIONS

Description

The International stake body truck has a GVWR in excess of 25,000 lbs and thus exceeds the limit on a standard passenger vehicle drivers license. In addition it has air brakes and is used to transport LN2.

Due to the GVWR of the vehicle a Class B CDL license with air brake endorsement is required to drive the truck on public roadways.

When hauling more than 1 180 ltr dewar of LN2 the driver must also have a HAZMAT endorsement and the vehicle must be properly placarded and carry the required HAZMAT paperwork as required by the New Mexico Department of Transportation.

Due to the total quantity of HAZMAT transported annually United States Department Of Transportation registration is not required.

Only personnel with the appropriate license and approved by the Site APO Site Safety Officer may drive this vehicle.

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Bruce Gillespie
APO Site Operations Manager

F:

SAFETY MEMO
Number 6 Date: 7/16/99
Prepared by; Mark Klaene
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OVERSIZE LOAD ESCORT

Description

Occasionally it is necessary to transport APO property that exceeds 8 feet in width . The vehicles transporting this material must have a wide load permit and in some cases have an escort. Per State law all escorts must be certified by the state annually.

If an APO vehicle is used as an escort it must be properly equipped and have been certified by the New Mexico Department Of Transportation. Currently the 1995 Ford Pickup is so certified.

The driver of the vehicle (while escorting) must be approved by the Site APO Site Safety Officer and has demonstrated knowledge of proper escorting procedures.

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Bruce Gillespie
APO Site Operations Manager