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",,_.,;.,' 'TO, M~ R.Qr'h.qr.q 'Rrpnnpr,' . , .:. .··.;,~l ~j ':.' ,'" ,..':';" , . ,~:~,;c·~i;'>,:.~~:;;'/.:~~_ , ..~:,'.: . .,·;Hazardous MaterialsPlànning '.: "'; '(:<.. .-·'.'·:/.Jjakèrsfield· Fire Dep?rtmen,t ':5.-";';_:~"::' ;; ..... - '·2101 H' Street "'::<:,':L;;:Ü~' Bakersf'i~ld, Ca ~jjUl.":·'~_:";} . . . -,' ;' , -:O-·:,-..M';-;~.'\1t¡_~. -"'J"': J: ~:~" -~. ~, ""f,,,-¡I; > ' .,~, ....~.,.. --- - ,)~. I I I I I I '1 . NOVEMBER 20, 1991 . FOR RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM VALLEY PROPELLER SERVICE 300 WATTS DRIVE BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307 . PREPARED BY BRITT T. JOHNSON TIMOTHY D. DAVIS . . .- PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE Valley Propeller was identified as cyanide an acutely hazardous material Bakersfield Fire Department. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, a limited Prevention Program (RMPP) is required. a handler of sodium on 4-4-88 by the section 25534 of the Risk Management and This RMPP is based on a hazard evaluation which identifies the hazards associated with the handling of the acutely hazardous material due to operator error, equipment failure and external events. Due to the hazards associated with the handling of cyanide in either the dry or liquid form we have added additional information to broaden the handlers awareness. All of the information hear in is to be used for and as the TRAINING PROGRAM along with the VHS tape on Cyanide Handling. The information set forth herein is site specific for; Valley Propeller Service 300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 and is based on technical and personal experience that is believed to be reliable. It is intended for use by persons having technical skill and at their own discretion and risk. Since conditions of use are outside our control, we make no warranties, express or implied, and assume no liability in connection with any use of this information. . ¡ . I . TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ELECTROPLATING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CYANIDE (Physical Properties) ......................... 3 CHEMICAL REACTIONS...................................· 4 PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT...... 9 Heal th Hazards..................................· 9 Safety Precautions.... ......... ......... ......... 9 First Aid and Medical Treatment.................. 11 First Aid Supplies and Instructions.........~.... 12 Treatment of Cyanide Poisoning................... 14 Cyanide Lethal Dose Table........................ 16 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ON SITE............................ 17 Medical Equipment................................ 17 Required Signs................................... .17 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (CYANIDE HANDLING) ....... 18 Cyanide Transport................................ 18 Cyanide Storage.................................. 18 Cyanide Handling................................. 18 pH Check (Solution) .............................. 19 Cyanide Addition................................. 19 Solid Cyanide Spill.............................. 20 Liquid Cyanide Spill............................. 20 Cyanide Drum Disposal............................ 20 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (ELECTROPLATING) ......... 21 NATURE AGE AND CONDITION OF EQUIPMENT................. 23 Schedules for Equipment Testing and Maintenance.. 24 MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK FORM.......................... 27 DESIGN, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE CONTROLS............ 30 PERSONS, POSITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES............... 31 EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND EVACUATION PLANNING............ 33 HAZARD ANALYSIS (SUMMARY AND EXPLANATION) ............. 35 VALLEY PROPELLER SITE MAP............................. 41 VALLEY PROPELLER FACILITY MAP......................... 42 LETTER OF CERTIFICATION............................... 43 PUBLIC FACILITIES LOCATION MAP........................ 44 . . . ELECTROPLATING Cyanide cadmium baths deposit decorative and/or (harder) metal coatings on a variety of substrate. conductive power of the electrolyte causes relatively deposition of the metal on intricately shaped parts. functional The good uniform Electroplating removes the cadmium from the strip solution by the passage of current through the electroplating cell. The cathode, the anode and an electrolyte are placed in a corrosion resistant container. These components are known as the electroplating cell. A direct current power supply is connected to the anode (cadmium balls) and cathode (part being plated). As current passes through the cell, cadmium is deposited upon the cathode (part being plated). As the cadmium is removed from the electrolyte, cadmium balls (anode) in the electroplate cell container renew the depleted cadmium concentration in the solution. At the Valley Propeller facility an initial concentration of 7.802 of NaCN per gallon of water is used. This concentration will diminish over time as electroplating and evaporation take their toll on the NaCN. 2 - I- - CYANIDE Physical Properties: Formula Weight 49.007 Melting point, F C 1044 562 Boiling point, F C 2786 1530 Specific gravity, Liquid- 1560F, 850C 1.19 Heat of Formation Btu/lb F or cal/g C KJ/Kg K 0.335 1. 402 Heat of Fusion (mp), Btu/lb Cal/g KJ/Kg 77 43 179 Heat of vaporization (bp), Btu/lb 1309 Cal/g 722 KJ/Kg 3041 Vapor pressure, mm Hg 1470 F, 2190 F, 2480 F, 800 C 1200 C 1360 C 0.76 89.8 314.0 Solubility in water, 9 NaCN/100 9 water (See Fig. 1) -4 F, -20 C 35.4 68 F, +20 C 58.3 3 . . .' CHEMICAL REACTIONS The most hazardous property of sodium cyanide is its reaction with acids to form lethal hydrogen cyanide gas. Sodium cyanide deliquesces in moist air. Crystals dehydrate, NaCN 2(H20), form when saturated solutions of cyanide cool at temperatures below 95 F. Sodium dissolves in methanol [ 6.05 g/100mL saturated solution It also dissolves in liquid ammonia [3.7 g/100 mL NH3 F. ] of the sodium cyanide at 59 F. at -27.4 SODIUM CYANIDE REACTIONS IN WATER Sodium cyanide (NaCN) dissolved in water forms an equilibrium between ionized sodium cyanide and highly volatile hydrogen cyanide (HCN). In sodium cyanide solutions, HCN concentrations must be kept low to avoid toxic fumes. HCN formation varies with pH, cyanide concentration, and temperature. At pH 7 or less, essentially all of the cyanide will be in the HCN form. To suppress HCN formation in typical concentrated sodium cyanide make-up solution, a pH of 12 is required at ambient temperature (See Fig. 3 ).A pH of 12 generally provides a small safety factor; the critical importance of avoiding toxic HCN fumes makes a margin of safety essential. Higher temperatures and higher solution concentrations increase HCN fumes. When making a cyanide solution, the proper procedure is to add about 0.5% sodium hydroxide (caustic) or 50 Ib caustic/ 1,000 gallons water, before adding the cyanide. More caustic will not be chemically harmful to the cyanide, but increased alkalinity increases eye hazards from splashes. If process chemistry requires lower pH storage or use, adequate precautions in design and operation must be taken to protect against HCN fumes and HCN polymerization or hydrolysis. Hydrogen Cyanide molecules will polymerize to form the extremely inert HCN polymer. In dilute solutions, HCN polymer will generate colors ranging from pale yellow to dark reddish brown, In stronger solutions, a dark brown precipitate resembling iron rust can form which will interfere with heat transfer, plug pumps, orifices, etc. and may cause significant cyanide loss. Again, high pH values give low HCN concentration and reduce the tendency for polymer formation. ( 4 ) FIGURE 1. Solubility of Sodium Cyanide in Water -~-----~----_._-----_._-- . 50 --------- ~ .2 40 :; ~ NoCN·2H20 "0 Cþ õ ... z o IJ) 00 o 20 Q "- z u o Z 00 10 -10 OF 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 10 to Temperaturo . --------.----.-- _n___.·_ FIGURE 2. Densities of NaCN Solutions FIGURE 3. Effect of pH on Cyanide Ionization 100 . 9.9 1.18 9.8 1.16 9.7 9.6 1.14 9.5 9.4 oJ 1.12 ~ 9.3 Õ .,. 00 ..... ~ 1.10 9.2 ~ vi >- c 9.1 .¡¡; .. 0 ~ 1.06 9.0 1.06 6.9 8.8 1.04 8.7 8.6 1.02 8.5 1.00 8.4 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 Sodium Cyan ide 10/0 (wI) '. ( 5 ) BO ""' Ï\ \ \ ~ 1\ \ \ \ " ""- 7 8 9 10 II 12 13 E æ z ~ 60 c ., "0 C o >- U Õ 40 ~ 20 o 6 pH Data based on work by D. Milne, 1950, lor dilute sodium cyanide solutions at ambient temperature. Toxic HCN fumes Increase as temperatures and solution concentrations Increase requiring higher pH for safe operation. . FIGURE 4. Decomposition Rate of NaCN Solutions ----- ------------ 0.30 0.28 /V/ /1 II I 'I J .f J O.IO{o No~H -r¡ V / , . J J/ o.~% ~a OH 1/ I 2.1% No OH / II /)'1'· I'll 1/1 /1/ /~/ 8 --'<~/ 6 --'--VVV 4 -..--.-' ----- i 0.26 ~ ð 0.24 .c. ~ 0.22 .......... . .!? 0.20 '" o CD >- 0.18 '- a --- 016 t5 . ~ 0.:4 -:!2 o I 0.12 ill o a:: 0.10 g :~ 0.0 ~o.o o u ~ 0.0 0.02 0.00 20 68 I ,30 86 Temperature 40C 104 F I . ( 6 ) . . e CHEMICAL REACTIONS (CONT.) Cyanide also reacts with water to form ammonia and formate ions. In the acid pH range, hydrolysis products are formic acid and ammonium salts. Alkaline solutions produce formate salts and volatile ammonia.' With strong solutions, the volume of ammonia evolved can cause dangerous pressure build-up. One gallon of 30% sodium cyanide solution can produce more than 25 cubic feet of ammonia. For this reason, extra vent capacity is recommended for storage tanks. Ordinarily the reaction between cyanide and water proceeds slowly. However, the reaction rate increases exponentially with an increase in temperature, having a critical range around 60-70 C. At temperatures below this range, the reaction can be controlled by cooling and, where practical, by dilution. At higher temperatures, however, the reaction can be uncontrollable and may proceed until substantially all the cyanide has been consumed. For this reason, temperature control and adequate cooling and venting capacity are needed. Sodium cyanide solution storage tanks should be equipped with facilities for measuring and controlling the temperature of the solution. Heating may be needed to assist in dissolving the NaCN ( See Fig 1) and to prevent freezing ( See Fig 5 ). Cooling helps to minimize cyanide loss in hot weather ( See Fig 4 ) and could be critically important if the hydrolysis reaction begins to generate heat faster than it can be dissipated to the surroundings. All the reactions discussed above consume a portion of the stored cyanide, and all are inhibited by maintaining low solution temperature and high pH. NOTE: THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CYANIDE SOLUTION AT VALLEY PROPELLER DOES NOT APPROACH THE CRITICAL 140F TEMPERATURE. THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS FOR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE. Cyanide Detoxification: Cyanide can be oxidized by the use of chlorine or hypochlorite, generally under alkaline conditions. The reactions of cyanide and cyanide-bearing components with chlorine or Chlorine gas are described by Ingles and Scott (1981). In summary, the reactions are: NaCN + C12 = CNCl + NaCl CNCl + 2NaOH = NaCNO + H20 (pH dependent) (1) ( 2) The product of between pH 10 and two-stage process sodium chloride and the second reaction, which is most rapid 11, is cyanate, which will react slowly by a with chlorine to form sodium bicarbonate, nitrogen (White, 1972) ( 7 ) . FIGURE 5. 100 "- 90 '- 80 þ:.'-'-'- 70 I- 60 l- SO u.. ë 40 ~ 'õ Q. '" c 30 - 'Ñ ~ u.. 20 - 10 I- 0 -10 - -20 - -30 I . Freezing Points of Sodium Cyanide Solutions -----~-~----------- /" " -.-. -. .- .-.-. -. -. -.-.-. -·-··fo·-·-·-·-·.,...·-·- ._._.-;/'~,....._._~ (upper storage temperature limit) h'" /~/ /,,' //' // -- ~/ --,~ // .. ........... ~qCI\IL1 /;/ .....1"...... ~%/'& /1 ...... :~Ol/¡r. ~. / ...... ~ 1"- 1\1 cOl)r . qCI\I qll)' V I Wq ............ Il)g i tÐ/'& '.... ......'%1\1..... j, %r .....:::: It / 101) ',...'-.//1 - 35 30 25 20 15 10 u 5 ë 'õ Q. 0 '" c .~ -5 u.. -10 15 ..20 -25 , I , , 15 20 I , I I I 25 30 5 10 Sodium Cyanide in Solution, weight % -~-_._-----~ 8 35 I 40 -30 -35· 45 -: HEALTH HAZARDS PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT Because of the toxiqity of sodium cyanide, all persons working with it .should be completely familiar with and observe the established safety practices. Sodium cyanide is a rapidly fatal poiSon when taken internally. Poisoning may occur if sodium cyanide dust is inhaled. Prolonged contact with the skin may cause irritation and possibly poising, particularly if there are open wounds or skin abrasions. Sodium cyanide is alkaline and causes eye burns. SODIUM CYANIDE IN CONTACT WITH ACIDS OR WEAK ALKALIES LIBERATES HIGHLY TOXIC AND (FLAMMABLE HYDROCYANIC ACID (HCN) GAS IF 60,000 PPM CONCENTRATION IS ACHIEVED. 60,000 PPM IS NOT POSSIBLE AT THE VALLEY PROPELLER FACILITY EXCEPT UNDER SUPERNATURAL CONDITIONS.) ALSO, TOXIC AMOUNTS OF HCN CAN BE LIBERATED FROM WATER SOLUTIONS 'OF SODIUM CYANIDE. - The U.S/ Department of labor (OSHA) has ruled that an employee 's exposure to c~anide in any eight-hour workshift of a 40-hour week shall not exceed a time weighted average of 5 mg of cyanide (calculated as CN) per cubic meter of air. It also cautions that since cyanide may penetrate the skin, especially if broken, control of vapor or dust inhalation alone may not be sufficient to prevent absorption of an excessive dose ( Title 29 CFR 1919.1000 Air Contaminants). SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The Basic Safety Precautions are= 1. Do not breathe dust or gas. Wear an approved dust r~spitator when there is danger of inhaling cyanide dust. The respirator sho'uld be one approved by the Mining Enforcement and Safety Administration or by the National Institute for Occupational Sa~ety and Health (NIOSH) . See pp. 5-7 of NIOSH's Recommended Standard for Occupational Exposure of Hydrogen Cyanide and Cyanide and Cyanide Salts, 1977 (No. 757-009/22). 2. ' Avoid skiri contact with cyanides. Never permit contact with open wounds. or skin abrasions. Wear protective gloves when handling solid cyanides. Wear ~ubber gloves when handling cyanide solutions. Wash hands and gloves thoroughly with running water after handling cyanides. e' ( First Aid and Chemical Company information. ) Medical Treatment was obtained from DU PONT and from the Amyl Nitrate usage and precautions . ( 9 ) . . . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CO NT.) 3. Do not get in eyes. when handling cyanide splashing. Wear approved solutions and chemical splash goggles when there is danger of 4. Immediately sweep up any spilled cyanide and place in a suitable container and add to the cyanide plating solution. Using a dilute hypochlorite solution (mix one cup or Chlorine Bleach with one gallon of water) to destroy the cyanide. Flush area with water; comply with Federal, State or local regulations. (See Chemical Reactions, Cyanide Detoxification on page 7) 5. Take every precaution to contacting sodium cyanide. alkalies. keep acids or weak alkalies from Do not store with acids or weak 6. Do not eat, present. Do not areas. drink, or handle or smoke in store food areas where cyanide is or beverages in cyanide 7. Store sodium cyanide in a dry, well-ventilated area. Containers should be kept closed and their contents dry. SYMPTOMS OF CYANIDE POISONING Personnel should be constantly alert and ready to take immediate action in case of exposure to cyanide. The following are symptoms of cyanide poisoning. They can result from many other causes, but these symptoms should be investigated when they occur around cyanide areas. Reddening of the eyes Irritation of the throat Palpitation Difficulty in breathing Salivation Nausea Headache Weakness of arms and legs Giddiness Collapse and convulsions Numbness ( 10 ) . . e, PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE TO HCN VAPOR The following toxicity data are the "Reported (Estimated) Human Responses to Various Concentrations of HCN Vapors". 300 ppm Rapidly fatal 100 - 200 ppm Fatal within 1/2 to 1 hour 45 - 54 ppm Tolerated for 1/2 to 1 hour without immediate or delayed effects 20 - 40 ppm Slight symptoms after several hours 10 ppm Threshold Limit/Time-Weighted Average for a normal 8 hour workday 2 - 5 ppm Odor threshold These numbers should be considered reasonable estimates, not exact data, and are more conservative than some literature references. Variations will exist with different people. The "rapidly fatal" exposure level of 300 ppm assuméS no first aid or medical treatment has been given. Prompt administration of these recovery techniques has proven very effective. Emphasis must be -placed on quick action, however. In case of overexposure to HCN, quick action is required to sound the alarm, remove the victim from the contaminated area and provide treatment. With prompt treatment, recovery is usually rapid and complete with no after-effects. Unlike many poisons, cyanide is not cumulative in body organs. While cyanide poisoning is rapidly fatal, no case should be considered hopeless; as long as there is a heartbeat, treatment should be continued. (Only a physician can certify death) . FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT A. INTRODUCTION The following points are important: 1. The treatment' of cyanide poisoning is divided into two parts--First Aid and Medical Treatment. First Aid is the prompt action taken to ,prevent further harm or death. and to put the victim in the best condition for later treatment, if needed. First Aid is generally given by the layman before a doctor arrives. Medical Treatment is administered by the physician. ( 11 ) . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID MEDICAL TREATMENT(CONT.) 2. A key to treatment of cyanide poisoning is the rapid administration of antidotes and oxygen. Always have on hand oxygen recuscitators as listed in Sections Band C below for immediate use. 3. Actions to be taken in case of exposure should be studied and planned befor beginning work with cyanides. 4. In case of cyanide contact, start treatment immediatiely. Call a PHYSICIAN. B. FIRST AID SUPPLIES . First aid supplies should be located in the cyanide area, and immediatley accessible at all times. They should be inspected at least once a month by the individual who would be using them in an emergency. The following is all that is required to be on site for FIRST AID TREATMENT ONLY. 1. Oxygen resuscitators. The Flynn Series III resuscitator, from O-TWO Systems, has performed satisfactorily since it is light weight, rugged and easy to use. It is good practice to be instructed on the use of the resuscitator before an emergency might happen. C. FIRST AID- DIRECTIONS FOR GIVING ANTIDOTE ~ 1. IF PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS AND BREATHING For inhalation and/or absorption, if victim is conscious, oxygen may be all that is needed. But if the victim is not fully conscious or shows signs of poisoning, follow procedure in 2 below. 2. IF PATIENT IS UNCONSCIOUS BUT BREATHING Call for an ambulance immediately. Give oxygen from a resuscitator to aid recovery. . 3. IF PATIENT HAS STOPPED BREATHING Use oxygen resuscitator(preferably) or give artificial respiration until breathing starts. MEDICAL TREATMENT IS TO ( 1 2 ) ~~.e:> \"2.- \5~w\~ ~I, \q3/ £me£E!Ià 6~2~ . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID MEDICAL TREATMENT(CONT.) BE ADMINISTERED BY A PHYSICIAN ONLY D. FIRST AID- INHALATION OF CYANIDE Carry patient to fresh air. Have patient lie down. Administer oxygen and remove contaminated clothing. Keep patient quiet and warm until physician arrives. E. FIRST AID- INGESTION OF CYANIDE Carry patient to fresh air. Give patient one pint of plain or soapy water by mouth and induce vomiting with finger in throat. Repeat until vomit is clear. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. F. FIRST AID-SKIN OR EYE CONTACT . In case of s~in contact with cyanide, immediately wash with plenty of water. For eye contact flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and see a physician. G. MEDICAL TREATMENT TO BE GIVEN TO PATIENT BY PHYSICIAN ONLY. H. TREATMENT OF CYANIDE SORES Should sores or skin irritation develop coincentally with handling cyanide or its solutions, consult a physician or dermatologist. I. TREATMENT OF BURNS Burns from molten cyanide mixtures are the same as those from alkalies and should be treated in a similar manner. Wash the burns thoroughly with warm water to remove all cyanide and alkalies present, then tkreat as any burn and consult a physician. . ( 1 3 ) . RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE . . ( 1 4 ) . RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE . . ( 1 5 ) . MINIMUM LETHAL DOSE TABLE Minimum lethal dose (MDL) of alkali cyanides for various living creatures. ø MATERIAL LIFE-FORM ADMINISTERED MDL mg/Kg NaCN Frog Subcutaneously 60-65 NaCN Mouse Subcutaneously 10 NaCN Rat Subcutaneously 2.2 NaCN Dog Intravenously LD 2.8-29 . HCN Human Adult Orally 1mg/Kg NaCN Human Adult Orally 120 mg MATERIAL LIFE-FORM ADMINISTERED MDL mg/l (Water) NaCN Trout 124 Hours 0.05 NaCN Minnow 96 Hr. Soft Water 0.43 NaCN Minnow 96 Hr. Hard Water 0.66 NaCN Trout 20 Minutes 1.00 . The table above gives some data from medical literature on the lethal dose of alkali cyanides for various living creatures. It should be noted how widely the sensitivities of these living creatures to cyanides differ and what small amounts in water have a toxic effect on fish and lower forms of life. For this reason, solutions containing cyanide must be detoxified especially carefully if they are passed into open waters. ( 16 '. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ON SITE Caustic Soda ( in a water tight drum with scoop ) Wet / Dry Vacuum (must be rinsed 3 times after every use) ( Pour the rinse into the sink marked Cyanide. ) Monotox Meter - Used for determination of hazardous to lethal levels of HCN (Hydrogen Cyanide) gas. ( Worn by person working in Electroplating room. ) pH Meter Used for checking pH of Cyanide electroplating solution. ( Minimum pH 12 requirement ) Goggles " Chemical Splash " Rubber gloves " Elbow length " Over boots 4IÞ Broom and Dustpan Apron or Rain Coat MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LOCATION 2 Liter Oxygen Tank & Resusci ta tors/J/o Iliff UJaLL. ~tk.FÚJy. «r.M,vl. Amyl Nitrate (;,~(jJPc#1~ 1.<H>1M. (Z6,a.,Ç€/b1lI1l. , Medical supply Kit /lø~TfI (J.J~v(, I1lra.f'I..ClX ftrFÞlt1. Emergency Shower (0(' rrtl UJaJ," I j..ütP'L A.t?D1II\. , Spares of gloves, and goggles should also be kept on site. REQUIRED SIGNS 1 x Cyanide Plating Solution · . . On Cyanide Plating Tank 1 x Cyanide Rinse Tank · . . On Cyanide Rinse Tank 1 x Caustic Soda NaOH · . . . On Caustic Soda Storage Drum 4 x No Smoking, Eating, or · . . In and outside Plating Room Drinking in This Room 4IÞ. 2 x Authorized Personnel Only 2 x Danger Cyanide in Use 1 x Chromic Acid Solution 1 x Chromic Acid Rinse 2 x Danger Acid in Use On Entrance Doors On Entrance Doors On Chromic Acid Tank On Chromic Acid Rinse Tank On Entrance Doors ) ( 17 . STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES ( PART I ) CYANIDE TRANSPORT, STORAGE, HANDLING, SPILLS, AND DRUM DISPOSAL TRANSPORT The 100 lb or less of cyanide must be secured ,in an approved DOT transportation vessel and transported in a safe and orderly manor to the Valley Propeller facility. To insure employee safety proper lifting equipment and techniques as prescribed by OSHA should be used in transporting the Cyanide into the Valley Propeller Electroplating Facility. ONLY THE QUANTITY NEEDED PURCHASED. FOR IMMEDIATE USE WILL BE STORAGE If storage is required, the drum will be stored outside the electroplating room, segregated from acids, weak alkalies and strong oxidizing materials such as nitrates. Observe all precautions under ( Safety Precautions Pg. 7 ). . HANDLING All persons must complete the cyanide safety handling course prior to any contact with the product in either solid or liquid form. A signed certificate of completion of said course must be available at the main office upon request for review. Because there is a danger of cyanide contamination the following safety gear must be worn. 1. Rubber Gloves a. Check gloves for leaks by turning inside out, filling with water and look for wet areas. If a wet area is observed replace glove or gloves. 2. 3. 4. 5. . 6. Rubber Apron Full Face Shield Rubber Overboots Dust Proof Breathing Mask a. Filters must be replaced and mask cleaned after each use. (The Dust mask is only required when handling solid Cyanide or Caustic Soda. ) Monotox Meter 18 ) · · · STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES (PART 1) CONT. If at any time while handling the cyanide your monotox meter alarm goes off or you feel ill or dizzy you must immediately cease operations and remove yourself to a non contaminated area. If powder is observed on your clothing or skin then go to the nearest emergency shower. Brush off any visible powder and fully immerse yourself under the emergency shower to remove contaminants. ( See Personal Safety, First Aid and Medical Treatment, Pages 6 - 9 ) After all safety gear has been place the following procedure will electroplating cell with the cyanide. checked and is properly in be followed to load the pH CHECK 1. Check the pH of the electroplating cell solution using the Ph Meter. A. If pH > 12 proceed to (2.) If pH < 12 proceed to (BB) BB. Add 30 lb of NaOH ( 0.5% sodium electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE" obtain the pH 12 minimum. hydroxide ) to the It is imperative to 2. CYANIDE ADDITION A. Place the cyanide drum (1001b or less ) on the floor as close to the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE" as possible. Make sure the floor is dry and clean. ) B. Unlatch and remove the top of the drum slowly. C. Carefully open the plastic bag inside the drum to allow access the cyanide. ( If there is a bag. ) D. Using a scoop carefully transfer all of the cyanide from the drum to the tank. Be careful not to splash any of the solution on yourself. E. When the drum is 90% empty carefully lift the drum and pour the remainder of the cyanide into the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE." F. Using the water hose, spray the inside of the drum with clean water. (Spraying the sides down on the inside of the drum. ) Carefully dump this contaminated water into the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE". ( Repeat this rinse process three times. ) ( FOLLOW DRUM DISPOSAL PROCEDURE ON PAGE 20 ) ( 19 ) e, SPILLS SOLID SPILL In the event of a solid cyanide spill, using either your rubber gloves or a broom and dust pan pick'Up the spilled cyanide and place it into the electroplating tank mark~d "CYANIDE". Rinse off the gloves and dust pan in the sink ·with drainage to the ev~porator used for the cyanide solution waste product. e LIQUID SPILLS :Tnthe event of a large liquid cyanide solution spill, using a' wet/dry vacuum, collect the solution and place it, into the electropl'ate tank ma.'rked "CYANIDE". Rinse all parts of the w~t/dry va~ three times with clean water and dispose of the 'contaminated liquid in the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. For a small spill, soak up the product with a clean rag and ring the rag into the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for 'the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. Rinse the rag with clean water and clean the area of the ~pill a second time, again ringing the rag into the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. Dispose of the rag after the third rinse. DRUM DISPOSAL Sodium cyanide drums are non-refundable, as it is against DOT ie~ulations to reuge the drum, except when approved for dispos~l of w~ste materia¡s. [Calif. Code of RegQlations, Title 22, Sec 66261.7 states that empty drums should be flushed three times with clean water. After cleaning, drum must be cut in half and disposed of in a ( class I ) landfill. The contaminated rinse water will be poured into the sink leading' to the liquid evaporator used fQr the electroplating cell labeled "CYANIDE". e ( 20 . . . STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES ( PART II ) ELECTROPLATING 1. Make sure all safety gear has been checked for leaks and wear. Refer to Cyanide handling requirements ( page 12 ). 2. Turn on exhaust fan to electroplating room. 3. Check Monotox meter to make sure it is operational. 4. Check pH of the Cadmium plating solution. Adjust the pH if it is lower than a pH 12. This is done by placing the pH meter into the cyanide plating solution. Follow directions given with the pH meter to obtain the pH of the solution. 5. Verify that solution. there are Cadmium balls in the electroplating 6. Attach the piece being platted to the hanging wire. Make sure that the length of wire is long enough to completely submerge the part into the plating solution. 7. Open the lid to the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE". Place the anode rod in its mount. 8. Slowly lower the part heing plated into the solution by the hanging wire. When the part is completely submerged, wrap the remaining wire around the anode rod. 9. Adjust the Rectifier to 4 Amps. 10. Set the timer for the required time to give the preferred plating. 11. When plating is completed, turn off the rectifier. 12. Remove the hanging wire from the Anode rod. 13. Allow the part to drip dry for at least 10 seconds over the electroplating tank. 14. Dip the part into the dilute solution tank and allow to drip dry for 10 seconds. ( 21 ) . . . STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES II (CONT.) 15. Holding the part by the hanging wire in the sink designated for "CYANIDE" evaporator, spray the part with fresh water for at least 15 seconds or more, until you feel that the part has been thoroughly rinsed. 16. Bring the part to the hood and using the air nozzle dry off the part. 17. Put the part on the appropriate storage area. 18. Close the lid to the eYectroplating solution tank. 19. Turn off the exhaust electroplating room. fan after ì!~~~~t_~r to the 20. Remove your safety gear and store in the safety gear locker. ( 22 ) . . - NATURE, AGE AND CONDITION OF EQUIPMENT The process of electroplating requires specific equipment to contain the Acutely Hazardous Solution. At the Valley Propeller facility the following pieces of equipment are directly utilized to continually contain the Acutely Hazardous Solution. Exhaust Fan... ( 2500 CFM minimum) Nature: Remove air contaminants from the Plating room. Age: Not known Condition: Existing fan is to small and must be replaced. Cyanide Containment Tank:... ( 3/16 inch Stainless Steel,196 gal) Nature: Primary Containment for Cyanide Solution. Age: 6 years old. Condition: Good Fiberglass Tank:... ( 1/8 inch fiberglass) Nature: Secondary Containment in case of primary tank failure. Age: 6 years Old. Condition: Must be verified as not leaking. Primary Rinse Bucket:... ( Standard 5 Gal. Plastic Bucket) Nature: Clean water dip tank for primary rinse of parts. Age: Not Known Condition: Holds Water. Secondary Rinse Sink:... ( Standard Fiberglass Sink with Hood) Nature: Secondary spray rinse and blow dry area. Age: Not Known Condition: Does not leak PVC Plumbing From Sink To Evaporator:... ( 1.5 inch Sch 40 ) Nature: Contain the diluted contaminated solution to the evaporator. Age: Not Known Condition: Does not leak Evaporator:... ( Standard Water Evaporator) Nature: Evaporate the diluted contaminated solution. Age: 6 Years Old Condition: Appears to work properly. ( 23 ) . . . SCHEDULES FOR TESTING EQUIPMENT AA. The Stainless Steel tank will be tested every five years for ware and leaks. BB. The Fiberglass Tank will be tested for leaks once a year. CC. The Exhaust Fan, Secondary Rinse Sink, plumbing, Evaporator, and pH of the solution will be inspected on a monthly basis. Fiberglass Tank Test: A. SAFETY CHECK AND EQUIPMENT. ( REFER TO PAGE 18. ) WEAR ALL REQUIRED SAFETY B. Verify that there is no solution in the fiberglass tank. 1. If solution is present in the fiberglass tank. ( THE STAINLESS STEEL TANK WILL HAVE TO BE EMPTIED AND CHECKED FOR LEAKS. ) A. Notify the Bakersfield Fire Department that you are going to empty your SS Cyanide holding tank to determine if leaks are present. Explain that the secondary fiberglass holding tank was found to contain solution and you are verifying if it is a leak from the primary tank. B. Remove the Cadmium balls and holders from the tank, rinse in both the primary and secondary rinses. C. Obtain five EPA certified 55 gallon drums with lids and place them in the warehouse just outside the north door of the plating room. D. Place the five drums on a single sheet of plastic large enough to be pulled up to the upper lip all the way around the five drums. E. Bind the five drums together with the plastic so that any over spill from the five drums would be contained in the plastic. F. rubber hose gallon drums. Obtain an electric solution pump and a clean and transfer the solution from the SS Tank to the 55 ( Fill the drums through the 2 inch screw cap. ) G. Screw the 2 inch screw cap back onto the lid of the drum as soon as each of the drums are filled. H. When the SS Tank is empty you will rinse the tank three times with fresh water and pump the solution into the last 55 gallon drum. ( 24 ) . . - SCHEDULES FOR TESTING EQUIPMENT (CONT.) I. As the SS Tank is being hoisted out, the sides of the tank will need to be rinsed down with fresh water prior to completely removing the SS Tank from the Secondary Fiberglass tank. J. IF THE SS TANK HAS ANY HOLES, IT WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PLUG THE HOLES AND REUSE THE TANK. k. If no holes are found the tank should be checked for wear from corrosion. If minimum wear is observed, the tank may continue to be used. L. Suction off the liquid from the fiberglass tank and place in the last 55 gallon. M. Rinse the fiberglass three times and place the solution in the last 55 gallon drum. N. Remove the fiberglass tank and fill with fresh water to check for leaks. O. Once the tanks have been checked and fixed or replaced then reassemble the plating system. P. Pump the solution back into the Stainless Steel Tank from the four 55 gallon drums until the desired height is reached. Q. Rinse the 55 gallon drums with fresh water three times and store the rinse in the fifth drum. R. Rinse the hose and pump with fresh water three times depositing the rinse water into the fifth drum. S. WASTE CONTAINS T. evaporator or Seal the fifth drum and label as ACUTELY HAZARDOUS CYANIDE. Dispose of the fifth drum by feeding through the place in storage and use as makeup solution. U. Place the rubber hose and the pump in one of the four remaining drums and seal. V. After sealing the four cleaned drums, label them "Cyanide Plating Waste Solution Drums" " DO NOT USE " ( 25 ) · · · SCHEDULES FOR TESTING EQUIPMENT (CONT) W. Store the Drums in a safe place or have them disposed of with the Acutely Hazardous Waste Drum. NOTE: ANY DRUM, HOSE, OR PUMP THAT HAS CONTAINED AN ACUTELY HAZARDOUS WASTE MAY NOT BE REUSED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE. 2. IF LIQUID IS NOT PRESENT IN THE FIBERGLASS TANK. A. Fill Tank with fresh water to a height six inches lower than the height of the solution in the SS Tank. B. Mark the level height on the outside of the stainless steel tank. C. Allow the solution to remain in the tank for 24 hours. D. Verify that the solution has not lowered or risen from the level height mark. I. NO CHANGE IN HEIGHT Siphon out the water sink marked CYANIDE. into the secondary rinse Fill out the equipment test form and place in the main office under " RMPP Yearly Equipment Test " II. HEIGHT IS LOWER OR HIGHER Follow steps for Testing Equipment Page 18, Section I. A through W.. ( 26 ) . . . MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK MONTH RESPONSIBLE PERSON ( Print Name ) EXHAUST FAN: RUNS SMOOTHLY YES PLUGGED BY DIRT YES EXPLANATION: NO NO SECONDARY RINSE SINK: ANY CRACKS OR LEAKS CLEAR OF DEBRIS EXPLANATION: YES NO YES NO PVC PLUMBING FROM SINK TO EVAPORATOR: LEAKS LOOKS WORN OR CRACKED EXPLANATION: YES NO YES NO SIGNATURE: DATE: PAGE 1 OF 3 ( 27 ) . . .. MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK EVAPORATOR: RUNS PROPERLY: EXPLANATION: YES NO pH OF CADMIUM PLATING SOLUTION: pH CAUSTIC SODA ADDED YES AMOUNT OF NaOH ADDED EXPLANATION: NO ARE CADMIUM BALLS PRESENT IN THE CADMIUM PLATING TANK: YES NO NO. OF CADMIUM BALLS ADDED: EXPLANATION: ARE ALL SIGNS READABLE AND IN PLACE: YES NO IS CAUSTIC SODA CONTAINER SEALED AND MARKED: YES NO EXPLAIN BELOW ANY HAZARDS NOT LISTED ABOVE: SIGNATURE: I DATE: Page 2 of 3 ( 28 · · · MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK MEDICAL EQUIPMENT: LOCATIONS OXYGEN BOTTLE "FULL" FIRST AID SUPPLIES AVAILABLE EXPIRATION DATES CHECKED EXPLANATION: YES YES YES NO NO NO ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: PAGE 3 OF 3 ( 29 . . . DESIGN, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE CONTROLS WHICH MINIMIZE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DESIGN: The design of the plating facility at Valley Propeller is acceptable and relatively safe as it is. The Design features that the RMPP requires will provide an additional safety and a standardized operating plan. Physical Site Changes: 1. 2. Larger exhaust fan ( 2500 rpm ) Caustic soda for pH control of Cyanide solution. All pieces of equipment will be Boldly labeled for use with either the Cyanide or Acid solutions. The equipment worn by the operator will include a mo~otox meter, pH tester, ,and rubber boots, rubber apron, rubber gloves, and full face shield. 3. 4. OPERATING CONTROLS: The operating controls are operating procedure included with operating controls include: formalized by this RMPP. the standard Additional 1. First Aid Procedures. 2. Emergency Evacuation procedures. 3. The Emergency Spill Procedures. MAINTENANCE CONTROLS: Maintenance controls include: 1. 2. 3. pH monitoring. Monthly leak check of the fiberglass tank. Five year check of the Stainless Steel tank. ( 30 ) . . . PERSONS / RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES: TRAINING: Person responsible for task and safety training of any persons working in the plating room or are in any way associated with the Acutely Hazardous substance. Responsibilities include instructing in: 1. Cyanide ( Literature and Film A. Properties and Reactions B. Cyanide Transport C. Cyanide Storage D. Cyanide Handling E. pH Check and Adjustments F. Cyanide Addition G. Solid Cyanide Spill H. Liquid Cyanide Spill I. Cyanide Drum Disposal 2. Personal Safety A. Health Hazards B. Safety Precautions C. First Aid and Medical Treatment D. First Aid Supplies and Instructions E. Treatment of Cyanide Poisoning F. Emergency Evacuation 3. Task Training A. Standard Operating Procedure for Electroplating. B. Maintenance RESPONSIBLE PERSON: TITLE: SAFETY TRAINING AND CYANIDE HANDLING INSTRUCTOR NAME: ( PRINT SIGNATURE: , DATE 1/ - ,Lt:91 ( 31 ) . . e: PERSONS / RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES: ELECTROPLATING / MAINTENANCE Person/Persons responsible actual electroplating and maintenance. for performing the Responsibilities include a thorough understanding and strict observance of: Standard Operating Procedures Cyanide handling Procedures First Aid Evacuation Procedures Monthly Equipment Check TITLE: LAND OWNER AND ELECTROPLATING MAINTENANCE NAME: ( PRINT Sr. SIGNATURE: , DATE TITLE: ELECTROPLATING SPECIALIST NAME: ( PRINT) ROBERT HICKEY SIGNATURE: ~~ TITLE: COMPANY OWNER AND CYANIDE , DATE PURCHASER NAME: ( PRI~HN H~ON SIGNATURE: ~ëflL¡.. , DATE ( 32 ) (f' J-~-91 ((-;).G-<jl /(-2,(;;, - q ,_ . . . ~e EMERGENCY EVACUATION DUE TO ACUTELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE Because of the nonflammable nature and stability of the Cyanide plating solution the need for emergency evacuation would only be required under extreme situations. Similar to as follows: 1. Addition of Chromic Acid salt to the Cyanide plating solution. 2. The addition of Cyanide to the Chromic Acid Solution. 3. Large Cyanide Spill. ( Liquid or Solid) ( Reportable under California State Law ) 4. Large Chromic Acid Spill. ( Liquid or Solid ( Reportable under California State Law ) REPORTABLE UNDER CALIFORNIA STATE LAW MEANS: Any release which threatens life ( medical attention required ) or which is an environmental threat must be reported no matter how small the quantity. Releases of hazardous materials which are adequately handled by plant staff without injury or threat to the environment need to be reported only if the quantities exceed 42 gallons of liquid, 500 pounds of a solid or 200 cubic feet of a gas. In the event that any immediate notification of the Department would be necessary. of the above situations occur incident to the Bakersfield Fire Contact at: Bakersfield Fire Department Hazardous Materials Division Phone 326-3973 or 911 for an emergency California Office for Emergency Services 1-800-852-7550 (33) e EMERGENCY EVACUATION WILL PROCEED AS FOLLOWS: 1. The facilities manager on dut:y will inform all personnel to evacuate the building as quickly as possible and meet at the Fire Hydrant on the South West Corner of the Building. ( See facilities map on'page 42. ) 2. Tgke a heatl count to insure that everyone has left the building and :are accounted for. 3. Notify the Bakersfield Fire Department of the situation . at h~nd and the steps ta~en to prevent personal injury. IF A CYANIDE CLOUD WERE THE CAUSE OF THE EVACUATION: e 1. ONLY, THE AREA SOUNDING THE MONOTOX METER A~ARM NEED BE EVACUATED. ( INFORM FIRE DEPARTMENT THAT A MONOTOX METER AS AVAILABLE AT .THE SITE. 2. UPON NOTIFICATION TO THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEEM YOU MUST INFORM THEM THAT SELF CONTAINEP BREATHING APPARATUS MAY BE 'REQUIRED. ,~ e ( 34 ) ~-------- ----- - - ---- ------ · HAZARD ANALYSIS EVALUATION (Summary) The Hazard Analysis requirements from Bakersfield Fire Department and our observations are listed below. These observations are incorporated into the Standard Operating Procedure. The hazards associated with equipment failure and acts of GOD will be addressed separately. PC - Potential Consequence 1. OBSERVABLE HUMAN ERROR A. Air transfer system is inadequate to vent toxic fumes. Replace vent fan with a 2500 cfm fan with exterior switch. ( PC ) Build up of toxic gas that could incapacitate a person not aware of the environment. · B. No splash/impact goggles were worn. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedures. (PC) Possible eye injury by caustic, acid or air hose. C. Rubber gloves were not checked for leaks. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedures. ( PC ) Possible contamination which could lead to poising or chemical burns. D. Rubber footwear was not worn. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedures. ( PC ) Chemical contamination could poison small child or pet at home if shoes are contaminated. E. Standard Operating Procedure was not available for reference for new employees. · SOP is now available. ( 35 ) e~ HAZARD ANALYSIS SUMMARY ( CONT. F. A~yl Nitrate and Oxygen are not available on .site. ' Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedures. Administration covered Under first Aid. Locatio~ covered in the Cyanide handling class. PC A life threatening ,situation may occur if cyanide poisoning occurred; G.' tyanide rieutralizing agents were not observed ort site. Required under RM~P Standard Operating Procedure. Administration covered under First Aid by Professional. ( PC ) Death may·occur if ingestion of a lethal dose of cyanide were not neutralized promptly. e 2. POTENTIAL 'HUMAN ERROR A. Add Cyanide to aCld tank. Covered bnder Cyanide handling film. ( ,PC ). Immediate build up of lethal HCN gas. ,Wòuld n?t be flammable (see page 9) B. Add Chromic acid to Cyanide tank. Covered under Cyinide hapdling film. ( PC ) Lowering of pH, HCN gas build up. Could be le~hal. Would not be flammable (see paqe 9). c. Allow Cadmium source to be depleted duri~9 electroplating process. HCN gas will not occur if pH >12 is maintained even, if Cadmium source is depleted. (PC ) HCN gas will evolve is Cadmium source is depleted and pH 212 riot maintained. e ( 36 ) · · · HAZARD ANALYSIS SUMMARY ( CONT. ) D. Not wear all of the required protective gear. ( PC ) Chemical burns / contamination /possible poisoning. E. Turn off rectifier before removing plated items. ( PC ) Electrical burns or electrocution under extreme circumstances. F. Improper handling ( spill) of cyanide briquettes ( dry cyanide ) ( PC ) Inhalation of cy~nide dust, contaminate skin and or clothing. G. Liquid Cyanide spill. ( PC ) Contaminated skin and clothing. If Acid crystals jl'n the floor there would be HCN gas. H. Improper handling ( spill) of Chromic acid salt. ( PC ) Chemical burn, contaminated skin and or clothing. I. Liquid Chromic Acid spill. (PC ) Possible skin and clothing contamination and or chemical burns. 3. HAZARDS DUE TO EQUIPMENT FAILURE A. Tank failures. ( PC ) If both tanks (Cyanide and Chromic Acid) and secondary tanks failed the chemicals would mix and produce HCN gas. B. Evaporator failure. ( PC ) If the evaporator failed there would only be an accumulation of contaminated solution. If evaporator holding tank failed then there would be a liquid spill into the cement containment area. ( 37 ) · · · HAZARD ANALYSIS SUMMARY ( CaNT. C. Broken pipes. ( to the evaporators) ( PC ) Possible liquid spill of cyanide contaminated solution. D. Electrical failure. ( PC ) Should not effect the solution tanks. E. Grounding failure. ( PC ) Should not effeçt the solution tanks except under extreme circumstances. 4. ACTS OF GOD A. Earthquakes (PC ) Could cause Solution spillage or tank failure if the roof were to collapse directly onto the tanks. B. Flood ( PC ) There should be no effect by a 100 year flood. ( 38 ) . Hazard Analysis Questions: 1. Is the close proximity and location of the cyanide and chromic acid tanks a functional necessity? does the location of these two tanks in close proximity within the same room greatly increase the likelihood of mixing the cyanide and acid or the addition of the wrong chemical to a tank? The close proximity of the cyanide and chromic acid tanks was decided by economics and not functional necessity. The location of the tanks in the same room does increase the likelihood of adding the wrong chemical to one of the tanks. This could prove to be deadly if it were to happen. The purpose of the RMPP is to instruct personnel in the proper handling of the chemicals and to be aware of the circumstances of the SOP is not followed. 2. Would a fire in the facility cause a release of the cyanide solution? . Because flammable solutions released. the tanks have double shells structures fire should not have could be heated to boiling, and are located in non an effect. If the toxic fumes would be 3. Are there any other chemicals in use or storage which are incompatible with the cyanide and may cause hazardous reactions if mixed with it? The only known incompatible the Chromic Acid. No other the electroplating room. chemical known of at this time is chemicals are stored or handled in 4. Are either the plating or anodizing tanks heated? what hazards would be caused by overheating? If, so, Neither the plating or anodizing tanks are heated. Refer to question 2 answer. 5. What types of failures and releases major earthquake? Is a flood a credible flood plain designation for this location? . In the event of a major earthquake there would more than likely be spillage to the secondary tank. The flood plain designation is a Zone C or low possibility of flooding. could occur due to a event? What is the ( 39 ) . . . HAZARD ANALYSIS QUESTIONS (CaNT.) 6. What hazards may be associated with the disposal of waste solutions, sludge from the tank cleaning or rinse waters? All waste solutions are directed to the evaporators. The final product from the evaporators are solid wastes. These wastes will be added back into the respective plating tanks. ( 40 ) ·~ . \. I hereby certify that this RMPP for the Valley Propeller Service at 300 Watts Drive in Bakersfield California is complete and that the information herein will mitigate potential hazards determined from my initial hazard evaluation of the facility. ~ ..----.-- -~, ~ . ~- - ,,' ~ Certified RMPP Preparer Timothy Dand Davis Chemical Engineer P.O. Box 1015 Beatty, Nevada 89003 ~~ß/ /' I hereby certify, as facility operator, that this RMPP is complete. Valley Prope¡ler Service 300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 (43) .. . . . . . ....~ 2000 1000 GlapnlC Sc.110 in Feer N l' VL\LLEY PROPELLER .. . .; !.:~. '. q' I, " ~M.. "T'I ,\ o 2000 '(: I ./ : I Ccmm(Jrc:;:¡1 ~~ ~;:',I Incus!rial r...:: '.: ;:>:Hxs/rp.Cle¡:¡[IOn \ II. I' ,/ '-r Land Use fI:ZEJ Suburban rosicenual /,,·:'··..·,·,1 Low-density reslcentlal ~"~'."J Mecium-censlty reslcenllal .~ Airpark '1111111!5 C:1urch es c!. Schools G Child care Cßl Rest Home Exhibit E r ; . Environmentallmpac~ Report SuppfAment ; for the Master Plan Update >'. Bakersfield Munidpal 'Airport ;i:: .." (Bakersfield Airpark) "t': 199.1) CNEL CONTOURS AND GENERALIZF.D PLAHNED LAND USE " :' ' K~Pe~t Ma~ick: : Feb;uary 1988 ..' I . ' .' ( '14 ) ·~ . .~ MEMORANDUM "WE CARE" April 7, 1993 TO: Esther Duran FROM: Barbara Brenner SUBJECT: ' RMPP Billing ****************************************************************************** Please generate bills for time spent reviewing RMPP documents or conducting RMPP implementation inspections at the following locations. 1. Gist-brocades 9 hr x 47.25/hr = $425.25 2. Crystal Geyser 2.5 hr x 47.25 = $118.13 3. Pacific Bell (#896) 1 hr x 47.25 = $47.25 4. Pacific Bell (#895) 1 hr x 47.25 = $47.25 5. Pacific Bell (#653) 1.25 hr x 47.25 = $59.06 6. Valley Propeller 3.5 hr x 47.25 = $165.38 F-D- () I 7. Nestle (#1407) 3.0 hr x 47.25 = $141.75 8. San Joaquin Community Hospital 3.5 x 47.25 = $165.38 9. Argo Chemical 5.25 x 47.25 = $248.06 Total RMPP Billings 1 st quarter of 1993 = $1,417.51 cc: Ralph Huey 7 -" e . RMPP IMPLEMENTATION CHECKLIST V ALLEY PROPELLER , February 17, 1993 ****************************************************************************** STORAGE: J/ Is any solid NaCN in storag~O Is it properly segregated from acidic and alkali materials? (Pgs. 10 & 18) / v.2. Is the haz mat inventory up to date? (Pg. 10) 0 I~ "a: Are containers properly labeled and secure? (UFC) 0 ~ v4. Is the storage area ventilated and dry? (Pg. 10) 19t'"'~ Sït)ÇQ~ ì~ b <:tTV~s~..,·c '6 :. I\. ~,.-ì ~ ~ (If'....J PROCESS: c§../ Is caustic soda being used for pH control? (Pg. 30) 5\C<t~ \ ~ .c..)., ~o....~'J (bDrr--> . . -;:JV \b . <~ Has any hazardous waste been generated and disposed of? Verify records. (Pg.20) ND ( EQUIPMENT: 7// Are CN- dust respirators, rubber gloves, rubber boots, aprons, ,face shields and ~ ~onotox meter available and maintained for use as PPE. (Pgs. 9 & 30) yes lß( Has the 2500 cfm exhaust fan been installed in the plating area? (Pg. 35)Cf6 Cß<N ~, -.Nr ntd "ç:~ ~ ~û., (~ Has the plating equipment been boldly labeled to identify its use with either with acid or cyanide solutions? (Pg. 30) Verify required signs per page 17. ~ e5 £....-tQ Have the monthly equipment checks been conducted and recorded?<pg 27 & 2å) '1);& ~(\ \f'\. ~ 'Q3 ð Have the tanks been tested and results recorded in the yearly equipment test file? (Pg.26)~ -1Ø' ~ (ÍV\ovJ ~€-~, ~~ Is there an eyewash/decon station near the plating room?Lfé'5-- :I:t'L5.A' ~ / 09. £/1'3: Does the cyanide plating tank have secondary containment? (Pg. 23) l(e:à- . ,;¡¡;./'., , . . PROCEDURES: 14. Is the electroplating room locked when not in use? (Pg.22) ND -- No-+- (D. p6'bÙlf)d<>1(. 15. Have the platers completed the cyanide safety course? Has documentation of training been maintained? (Pg. 18) Rele.tì~ 2.Q..fbí.{. I ,tIlQc. p(bCQqö. t~.. ~ 1 k..CI.(¡ 16.D~ning program cover the topics listed on Pg. 31? t^'«è -tv .) P ~G\.-i:e ~ (¡r ~. ðA-Si.5 17. Are the standard operating procedures available for use by the platers? (Pg. 19 & 21) N<:ed SJpp): e~. - VWt'\ (Yì(L1( *' V~~I~Q,0Ö0 rn~¿iCcJ..., ,?ro-IoC<Sts~~doc~ 0-,,- ~\ð- ~ cC.O ¥-rWv· ~O~ ~ 'ou-S;r"J6$ ~ 2 .-. - 1'1 ,..- . - ~ . e CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT S. D, JOHNSON FIRE CHIEF February 17, 1993 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD. 93301 326-3911 Cliff Johnson Sr. Valley Propeller Service 300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 Cliff: My inspection today revealed that Valley Propeller has successfully implemented most of the risk management and prevention program (RMPP) prepared last year. The following list addresses the points where continued testing, training and documentation will be required in order to maintain full RMPP implementation. 1. The equipment testing schedules appear on page 24 of the RMPP. The stainless steel tank is to be tested for leaks once every five years and the fiberglass tank each year. The RMPP specifies the procedure to be used for testing. Be sure to keep written documentation noting the findings at the time of the tank testing. 2. The cyanide training program should be ongoing with a minimum of yearly refresher training. The training should cover the subject matter listed on page 31 of the RMPP. Be sure to keep written documentationspecitying the content and attendance at all employee training sessions. 3. The plating staff should be provided copies of the standard operating procedures outlined in the RMPP. 4. Please revise RMPP pages 12 and 13 deleting the detailed medical procedures. Include only the first aid capabilities of Valley Propeller staff. ì I "~" ~ . . i: I I have added some information from the RMPP to the hazardous materials management plan for Valley Propeller. Please review and sign the enclosed printout making any corrections necessary. Submit the revised business plan and the RMPP revisions by March 30, 1993. Call me at 326-3979 if yoù have any questions. Sincerely, ,u) ~~ : dc>'hO-í~ '-D~/ Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Ralph Huey ('1\\- ^' 1\- ('N\ \..) " lAX{). " v ' vJ ~ lÁJ ~\~~5 ~~~ . . CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" MATERIALS FIRE DEPARTMENT S D. JOHNSON FIRE CHIEF TIME CHARGED 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 BUSINESS NAME: \lo.\~ tm~ )la..r ADDRESS: 390 'Nl).1\~ \)(~~... PROJECT DESCRIPTION:___R~??- fHPP ~ . elf?/> ~ ").0 fAr' 'i2m?p 0.11;(µ) ~ 'þæp 6 0( rt lOmtrLA'J-t:s !JetS' Hr 'Re-v;&J Ó'-.~ ~~j O ~ QCU{JC 12h/pp i fe3pf9rcl 'vHr ~~ , ~ilrtcl \.0 ~~tv t. ~('(\y~ \(\¥C+-iOf\ , .() fi'V\?p :j:fJ~. -â .~-IlOuJ - VIP .1.0 ~ck!" î(Y) P? NÙ1ßs -mbu.t-,. ~t>-i'> . ~~~ +t~v(5 ~l\et. '1/'13 . '. ~~ ! - DATE: NAME: TIME CHGD: q- IC} -,\, ~('Q~ [I-.IS-!\ (ð~r 11-IB-'11 ~ I~-S~q\ ~fi/\lr 1~~/O-71 -<t#-- -<1f//- -<;[.f(f- ~( ~rv¿ftN.(' ¡;;'-J3-Q( ~~I" Q.5"~ \,O? . , .:>. D !'Ir..') a.6 Hi'5 ~ · 6""" /0. .6-W 12-/0- 9'/ 12-11-'(/ .2 -IJ. -'1., i-dD-l11 1 . J"15-~ ~J\1\t( c3 -Il-e, ~ --bre N\o ( ~-5 -<13 ~r .~ ---- ------ COMMENTS: ~'1''S K..... i ù-ù "'6( ~à.P . (ù...0 : ~ u) ~Vr ~çp r£.I.Iit.w fhfl/l-p'{)r1 ~~ F¡~ '£.m?p re.. - (,re. (o~ 'RP\.Jìe.uJ T~ f.HfP Rev . I I I , I - - . . CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT S. D, JOHNSON FIRE CHIEF February 27, 1992 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 Cliff Johnson Valley Propeller Service 300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 Dear Cliff, Thank you for loaning us the tape by Cyan4mide on safe handlirig of cyanide. I really appreciate your cooperation because Cyanamide did not send my copy until after the first of my three presentations had been delivered. I labeled the tape so that you will know what it is in the futurè. Thanks again! Sincerely, Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician /' I '~, · . -.- - -- --- . CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT S. D. JOHNSON FIRE CHIEF December 23, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 Mr. Cliff Johnson Valley Propeller Service 300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 Mr. Johnson: I have completed review of the limited Risk Management and Prevention Program (RMPP) regarding the use of sodium cyanide at Valley Propeller's plant at 300 Watts Drive. The RMPP document prepared by Mr. Davis and Mr. Johnson is complete in scope and content. This RMPP must be fully implemented by 12-23-92. Bakersfield Fire will inspect your facility at least once every three years to verify compliance with the program proposed in the RMPP. The cyanide safety tape provided by Mr. Davis is enclosed. I appreciate your cooperation during development of this plan. Please' call me at 326-3979 anytime that I can be of assistance in h~zardous materials planning. Sincerely, ~=-\C- ~~ Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Ralph Huey Timothy Davis r RETURN PAYMENTS TO: CITY OF BAKERSFIELD P.O. BOX 2057 BAKERSFIELD, CA 93303-2057 PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAY ABLE TO: FIRE - IJNDEHGfWUND r A¡~K I NSPFCTI ON FEChv OF BAKERSFIELD ACCOUNT NO. UT-OOOOl RMPP REVIEW fEE Dr 16 HOURS AT $45.00 PER HOUR . Billing CLosing Date·12/31/91 THIS BILL IS UU~ UPON RECEIPT. INQUIRIES CONCERNING THIS BILL, PLEASE PHONE: 32 (1 - 3? 11 155iH);¿ INVOICE NUMBER 155862 . Ç:iTY Î,"!'Y Previous Balance 011-11117 Total Current Bill TOTAL NOW DUE VALLEY PROPELLER 300 WATTS DR BAKERSFIELD CA 93307 ~ ~I .j ¡'j "I ,'1 0.00;:1 :;11 1:1, :¡j¡ ·.í1 :1\ ,<¡ ~~{~ ~ '~{J :';~I; ",1 ~,n ",: ,,\ ¡ ~~ ;,1; I ~" '.:i h~ ¡~'!\ í',) I!' F I'a ('I Ir' IiI,! 'f) f.' ,~. i f j" ',J r ì, 1 ¡ : I' i ¡. ~, ; { \, [' ..; ¡ ::~ ~ ' i \" ;·1! [ill " :" ¡ 'j; I,' I~, :A ':J ¡ ',/ t :ì¡ f,' I'! I ,'¡ ¡ "j [1[:" t :1 :r y, ;,:,1 t,'!i':; 1 ;' '4~ ~I r'JI i,'!,." ~,:1/ r, '-\ ~ ;-; ~ :1 ;1 'j /1 ,:1 i I] \j 720. OO,~ 720.00' 720.01')', 1:: UTOOOOl r. ~!,H I j'41 Q ::1 :'1 " i/i , ~: 4,j r,. 1.'1 ::¡ " I' !;"I ¡ 'r I, I .) " ;~ ¡ ; '.; '<ijf " ~,'~ ~~ " " . . RECEIVED Ofe 2 3 1991 HAl. fv1AT. DIV. December 20, 1991 Ms. Barbara'Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Department Bakersfield Fire Department 2101 H Street Bakersfield, California 93301 Dear Ms. Brenner: Enclosed are Valley Propeller. they may replace 12, 1991. the revised pages to complete the RMPP for None of ,the Page numbers have been changed so those pages noted in your letter dated December Please note that with the monotox meter and lids on the tanks, and the exhaust fan that a HCN alarm is. not necessary. Seasons greetings and best wishes for all of you down there in, Sunny California. Timothy D. Davis BSCHe. . . t .~ CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT S. D. JOHNSON FIRE CHIEF December 12, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 Mr. Timothy Davis P.O. Box 1132 Beatty, NV 89003 Mr. Davis: The final review of the Valley Propel lor RMPP revealed a few last items of concern. Once these are resolved we will be able to find the document complete. I have listed these points below. 1.0/ The extreme flammability of HCN' and the need to control ignition sources following a release must be noted. The third paragraph on page 9 and item 2-B on page 36 are logical locations for the addition of this information. ùl-L./ 2. Please note the source of the effects of exposure to HCN vapors on page 11. 3~While the owners may wish to keep the supplies for medical treatment onsite and contact information for a physician with them, the medical protocols should not be a part of the RMPP. Our research indicates that the use of intravenous sQdium thiosulfate is not within current EMT scope of practice. (See attachment) The threat to life could be increased i'f an unqualified individual accessed and implemented the medical protocol. The RMPP is not an appropriate location for medical protocols because they could be easily accessed by unqualified persons, please delete them. / v4 . The drum disposal plan noted on page 20 is not acceptable to Kern Co. Solid Waste Management. Lynn Burman of Kern Co., (805)861-2481, can help you develop an acceptable plan. She indicated to me that the County landfills will not accept drums or barrels which exceed the size of a 28 gallon .drum. They do not want labels obliterated. I f an accidental exposure to a sanitation wòrkers occurs, they want to know the identity of the material. Lynn also told me that emergency drum regulations were implemented in March of 1991 in CA. It is my understanding that containers which hold more than 5 gallons or 5 pounds of a hazardous material must be disposed of in the same manner that the hazardous material would be. .f' ~ . . - ~ ..--- It appears that these drums must be disposed of as acutely hazardous waste, but contact Kern Co. Solid Waste Management to make certain. / \/5. On page 34, please document your reasons for the determination ~that only the surrounding 50 feet would need to be evacuated. ~' Based on the sensitivity of~the cyanide solution to pH, is an automatic pH alarm warranted to protect against accidental evolution of HCN? Call me if I can lend any assistance toward the completion of this document. Sincerely, ßC\~ c,rc- ~(,Q..r~J'" Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Ralph Huey / ~. r -.'J DEC 19 '91 16: 45 Ar'iGS.=. 7E12-S53-2713E: . RECE\'JEO DEC 20 \99\ ~ns'd.... ........ F', l' ? NATURAL RESOURCE DIVISION p,O. 60x 1030 8eatty, NV 89003 (702) 553·27e9 FAX (702) 553·279B 5184 Rt. 34~' Port Jeff\!!rson Statlo/, New YOrk 11 7"h· (S 16) 473,026, TELECOPY MESSAGE 'ro: . tðJ-- 3 .?J-:-;::' / J 7" r &.__.......L3Ç?ê.¿~,~...~:,",.."..~_~_~4 e/\.-' ~q£~¿;&~_~ h:r<e- ~e~ LOCATION: TOTAL NUMBER 01~ PAm::; 1_ (NOT lNCLUPING THIS COVER) DATE: a~...t~fL.__....._--_"__ IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE ALL PAGES, PLEASE CALL BACK ASAP. 1f~r/ ~ ?;ø'- ~~~~ DEe: 19'91 16: 46 ANGS.. 702-553-279:3 _.f . P .-, .~ . '- r December 20, 1991 Ms. Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Department Bakersfield Fire Department 2101 H Street Bakersfield, California 93301 Dear Ms. Brenner: Enclosed are the Va!ley Propeller. None they may replace those 12, 1991. revised pages to complete the RMPP for of the Page numbers have been changed so pages noted in your letter dated December Please note that with the monotox meter and lids on the tanka, and the exhaust fan that a HCN alarm is not necessary. Seasons greetings and best wishes for all of you down there in Sunny California. Timothy D. Davis BSCHe. ~ DEC 19 '91 16: 46 At'iG:::;., 702-553-2798 . P.3 .. PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT ( CONT .) H. MEDICAL TREATMENT 1. TREATMENT OF CYANIDE SORES Should sores or skin irritation develop coincidentally with handling cyanide or its solutions, consult a physician or dermatologist. 2. TREATMENT OF BURNS Burns from molten cyanide mixtures are the same as those from alkalies and should be treated in a similar manner. Wash the burns thoroughly with warm water to remove all cyanide and alkalies present, then treat as any burn and consult a physician. ( 15 ) ~ DEC 19 '91 16:47 RNGS~. 702-553-2798 e P.4 ," PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) E. FIRST AID -~ INHALATION OF CYANIDE Carry patient to fresh Administer antidote and contaminated clothing. physician arrivco. air. Have patient lie down. oxygen (section D) and remove Keep patient quiet and worm until F. FIRST AID -- INGESTION OF CYANIDE ~dminister antidote (section D), then give patient plain or soapy water by mouth and induce vomiting with finger in throat. Repeat until vomit fluid is clear. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Use amyl nitrite or Medical Treatment procedures to aid detoxification from ingested cyanide. G. FIRST AID -- SKIN OR EYE CONTACT In case of skin contact with cyanide, immediately wash with plenty of water. For eye contact flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and see a physician. ( 14 ) . DEe 19 '91 16:47 ANGS., 702-553-2798 . P.5 .' PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT,) 1. Two bOKes (2 Dozen) of amyl UNSTABLE. REPLACE IMMEDIATELY AFTER cool, dark location. nitrite pearls. CAUTION: EXPIRATION. Store in 2. One stomach tube. 3. One dozen gauze pads. 4. A set of instructions on Medical Treatment. D. FIRST AID--DIRECTIONS FOR GIVING ANTIDOTE 1. IF PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS AND BREATHING for inhalation and lor absorption, if the victim is conscious, oxygen may be all that is needed. But if victim is not fully conscious or shows aigns of poisoning, follow procedure in 2 below. 2. IF PATIENT IS ~NCONSCIOUS BUT BREATHING Break a amyl nitrite pearl in a cloth and hold lightly under' the patient's nose for 15 seconds, repeating 5 times at about 15 second intervals. If necessary, repeat this procedure every 3 minutes with fresh pearls until 3 or 4 pearls have been given. Giv~ oxygen from a resuscitator to did recovery. 3. IF PATIENT HAS STOPPED BREATHING Use oxygen resuscitator (preferably) or give artificial r~spiration until breathing starts. Also break an amyl nitrite pearl in a cloth and hold lightly under the patient's nose for 15 seconds, repeating 5 times at about 15 second intervals. If necessary, repeat this procedure every 3 minutes with fresh pearls until 3 or 4 pear18 have been given. When giving amyl nitrite to a victim not breathing, place the broken pearl under the resuscitator face-piece in such a way that it will not enter the mouth and choke the victim. A clip is helpful to hold the pearl. ( 13 ) ~ DEC 19 ' '31 16; 48 ~1~r;S.. 702-553-27'38 . P.6 .' PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) 2. A key to treatment of cyanide poisoning is the rapid administration of antidotes and oxygen. Always have on hand a supply of the materials listed in Sections Band C below for immediate use. 3. Actions to be taken in case of exposure should be studied and planned before beginning work with cyanides. 4. In case of cyanide contact, start treatment immediately. Call a physician. B. FIRST AID SUPPLIES First aid supplies should be located in the cyanide area, and immediately accessible at all times. They should be inspected at least once a month by the individuals who would be using them in an emergency. The following items are required: 1. Two boxes (2 dozen) of amyl nitrite pearls. CAUTION: UNSTABLE, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY AFTER EXPIRATION DATE. Store in a cool and dark location. CAUTION: SINCE AMYL NITRITE IS FLAMMABLE, BE CAREFUL TO REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION, SUCH AS OPEN FLAMES OR CIGARETTES, 8EFORE BREAKING THE PEARLS, ESPECIALLY WITH SIMULTANEOUS ADMINISTRATION OF OXYGEN. ANY PERSON GIVING FIRST AID SHOULD BE CAREFUL TO KEEP THE BROKEN PEARLS AWAY FROM HIS OWN MOUTH AND~ OTHERWISE HE MAY INHALE SUFFICIENT AMYL NITRITE TO BECOME DIZZY AND BE INCOMPETENT TO GIVE PROPER ASSISTANCE. 2. Oxygen resuscitators. resuscitator, from O-TWO Systems, since it is light weight, rugged practice to keep six amyl nitrite box. The Flynn Series III has performed satisfactorily and easy to use. It is good pearls in ~ach resuscitator 3. A set of instructions on First Aid Treatment. c. MEDICAL SUPPLIES (For Use Only By A Physician) A ~Medical Supplies Kit" containing the following supplies, 9ho~lld be conveniently located outside the cyanide area, and checked on a monthly basis by the responsible person. ( 12 DEC 19' 91 is: 48 ANGS.:. 702-55:3-2798 . P.7 P' PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT HEALTH HAZARDS Because of the toxicity of sodium cyanide, all persons working with it should be completely familiar with and observe the established safety practices. sodium cyanide is a rapidly fatal poison when taken internally. Poisoning may occur if sodium cyanide dust is inhaled. Prolonged contact with the skin may cause irritation and possibly poising, particularly if there are open wounds or skin abrasions. Sodium cyanide is alkaline and causes eye burns. SODIUM CYANIDE IN CONTACT WITH ACIDS OR WEAK ALKALIES LIBERATES HIGHLY TOXIC AND (FLAMMABLE HYDROCYANIC ACID (HCN) GAS IF 60,000 PPM CONCENTRATION IS ACHIEVED. 60,000 PPM IS NOT POSSIBLE AT THE VALLEY PROPELLER FACILITY EXCEPT UNDER SUPERNATURAL CONDITIONS.) ALSO, TOXIC AMOUNTS OF HCN CAN BE LIBERATED FROM WATER SOLUTIONS or SODIUM CYANIDE. The U.S/ Department of labor (OSHA) has ruled that an employee ·s exposure to cyanide in any eight-hour workshift of a 40-hour week shall not exceed a time weighted average c)f 5 mg of cyanide (calculated as CN) per cubic meter of air. It also cautions that since cyanide may penetrate the skin, espe(~ially if broken, control of vapor or dust inhalation alone may not be sufficient to prevent absorption ()f an exce~siv~ dose ( Title 29 CFR 1919.1000 Air Contaminants). SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The Basic Safety Precautions are! 1. Do not breathe dust or gas. Wear an approved dust respirator when there i~ danger of inhaling cyanide dust. The respirator should be one approved by the Mining Enforcement and Safety Administration or by the Natj.onal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). See pp. 5-7 úf NIOSH's Recommended standard for Occupationa] Exposure of Hydrogen Cyanide and Cyanide and Cyanide Salts, 1977 (No. 757-009/22). 2. Avoid skin contact with cyanides. Never permit contact with open wounds or skin abrasions. Wear protective gloves when handling solid cyanides. Wear rubber gloves when handling cyanide solutions. Wash hands and gloves thoroughly with running water after handling cyanides. ( First Aid and Chemical Company information. ) Medical Treatment was obtained from DU PONT and from the Amyl Nitrate usage and precautions { 9 ) . DEC 19 '91 16: 49 Rt'1GS.. 7D2-553-2798 . P.8 HAZARD ANALYSIS SUMMARY ( CONT. ) F. Amyl Nitrate and Oxygen are not available on site. Required under RMPP Standard operating procedures. Administration covered Under first Aid. Location covered in the Cyanide handling class. ( PC ) A life threatening situation may occur it cyanide poisoning occurred. G. Cyanide neutralizing agents were not observed on site. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedure. Ãdministration covered under First Aid by Professional. ( PC ) Death may occur if ingestion of a lethal dose of cyanide were not neutralized promptly. 2. POTENTIAL HUMAN ERROR A. Add cyanide to acid tank. Covered under Cyanide handling film. ( PC ) Immediate build up of lethal HCN gas. Would not be flammable (see page 9) B. Add Chromic acid to cyanide tank. Covered under Cyanide handling film. ( PC ) Lowering of pHt HCN gas build up. Could be lethal. Would not be flammable (see page 9). r.. Allow Cadmium aource to be depleted during electroplating process, HCN gas will not occur if pH t12 is maintained even if Cadmium source is depleted. (PC ) HCN gas will evolve is Cadmium source is depleted and pH >12 not maintained. ( 36 ) . DEC 19 '91 15:50 RNGST~:. 702-553-27'38 . P.'3 SPILLS SOLID SPILL In the event of a solid cyanide spillt using either your rubber gloves or a broom and dust pan pick up the spilled cyanide and place it into the electroplating tank marked "CYANIDE", Rinse off the gloves and dust pan in the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the cyanide solution waste product. LIQUID SPILLS In the event of a large liquid cyanide solution spill, using a wet/dry vacuum, collect the solution and place it into the electroplate tank marked "CYANIDE", Rinse all parts of the wet/dry vac three times with clean water and dispose of the contaminated liquid in the sink with drainage to the evaporator 1.lsed fl")r the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. For a small spill, soak up the product with a clean rag and ring the rag into the s inK with drainage t() the evapora tc)r used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. Rinse the rag with clean water and clean the area of the spill a second time, again ringing the rag into the sink with drainage te> the evaporator used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. Dispose of the rag after the third rinse. DRUM! DISPOSAL Sodium cyanide drums are oon=refundable, as it is against DOT regulations to reuse the drum, except when approved for disposal of waste materials. [Calif. Code Of Regulations, Title 22, Sec 66261.7 stateR that empty drums should be flushed thre@ times with clean water. After cleaning, drum must be ~ut in half and disposed of in a ( class I ) landfill. The contaminated rinse water will be poured into the sink leading to the liquid evaporator used for the electroplating cell labeled "CYANIDEIt. ( 20 ) ,. DEC 1'3 ''31 15:50 AHGST., 702-55::::-27'3E: . P.lO EMERGENCY EVACUATION WILL PROCEED AS FOLLOWS: 1. pers<:mnel meet at Building. The facilities manager on duty will to evacuate the building as quickly as the Fire Hydrant on the South West ( See facilities map on page 42. ) inform all possible and Corner of t11E! 2. Take a head count to insure that everyone has left th~ building and are accounted tor. 3. Notify the Bakersfield Fire Department of the situation at hand and the steps taken to prevent personal injury. IF A CYANIDE CLOUD WERE THE CAUSE OF THE EVACUATION: 1. ONLY THE AREA SOUNDING THE MONOTOX METER ~LARM NEED BE EVACUATED. ( INFORM FIRE DEPARTMENT THAT A MONOTOX METER AS AVAILABLE AT THE SITE. ) 2. UPON NOTIFICATION TO THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEEM yOU MUST INFORM THEH THAT SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS MAY BE REQUIRED. 34 ) ~ -\ . .. .. e PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) 2. A key to treatment of cyanide poisoning is the rapid administration of antidotes and oxygen. Always have on hand a supply of the materials listed in Sections Band C below for immediate use. 3. Actions to be taken in case of exposure should be studied and planned before beginning work with cyanides. 4. In case of cyanide contact, start treatment immediately. Call a physician. B. FIRST AID SUPPLIES First aid -s'upplies should be located in the cyanide area, and immediately accessible at all times. They should be inspected at least once a month by the individuals who would be using them in an emergency. The following items are required: e I., Two boxes (2 dozen) of amyl nitrite pearls. CAUTION: UNSTABLE; REPLACE IMMEDIATELY AFTER EXPIRATION DATE. Store in a cool and dark location. CAUTION: SINCE AMYL'NITRITE IS FLAMMABLE, BE CAREFUL TO REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF ÌGNITION, SUCH AS OPEN FLAMES OR CIGARETTES, BEFORE .BREAKING THE PEARLS, ESPECIALLY WITH SIMULTANEOUS ADMINISTRATION' OF OXYGEN. ANY PERSON GIVING FIRST AID SHOULD BE CAREFUL TO .KEEP THE BROKEN PEARLS AWAY FROM HIS OWN MOUTH AND; OTHERWISE HE MAY 'INHALE SUFFICIENT AMYL NITRITE TO BECOME DIZZY i\ND BE INCOMPETENT TO GIVE PROPER ASSISTANCE. ~. Oxygen resuscitators. The Flynn Series III resuscitator, from O-TWO Systems, has performed satisfactorily since it is light weight, rugged and easy to use. It is good practice'to keep six amyl nitrite pearls in each resuscitator box. . 3. A set of instructions on First Aid Treatment. C. MEDICAL SUPPLIES (For Use Only By A Physician) . e A "Medical Supplies Kit" containing the following supplies, should be conveniently located outside the cyanide area, and checked on a monthly basis by the responsible person. ( 12 l\€0;~ð t>o..~~ p..-''Ó ,eV\-tL~ '(\~ ~?~ &'\ ~" 1'13 ~ -~ e e e \ , . e '. e PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CO NT.) 1. Two boxes (2 Dozen) of amyl UNSTABLE. REPLACE IMMEDIATELY AFTER cool, dark location. nitrite pearls. CAUTION: EXPIRATION. Store in 2. One stomach tube. 3. One dozen gauze pads. 4. A set of instructio~s on Medical Treatment. D. FIRST AID--DIRECTIONS FOR GIVING ANTIDOTE 1. IF ·PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS AND BREATHING For inhalation and lor absorption, if the victim is conscious, oxygen may be all that is needed. But if victim is not fully conscious or shows signs of poisoning, follow procedure in 2 below. 2., IF PATIENT IS UNCONSCIOUS BUT BREATHING Break a amyl nitrite pearl in a cloth and hold lightly under the patient's nose for 15 seconds, repeating 5 times, at about 15 second intervals. If necessary, repeat this, . procedure every 3 minutes with fresh pearls until 3' or 4 pearls have been given. Give oxygen from a resuscitator to aid recovery. . 3. IF PATIENT HAS STOPPED BREATHING Use oxygen resuscitator (preferably) or give artificial respiration until breathing starts. Also break an amyl nitrite pearl, in a cloth and hold lightly under the patient's nose for 15 seconds, repeating 5 times at about 15 second intervals. If necessary, repeat this procedure every 3 minutes with fresh pearls until 3 or 4 pearls have been given. When giving amyl nitrite to a victim not breathing, place the broken pearl under the resuscitator fac~-piece in such a way that it will' not enter the mouth and choke the victim. A clip is helpful to hold the pear~. ( 13 ) ~ r, 'c..\.. 'e I I e I, ',- . e, .. PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) E.FIRST AID -- INHALATION OF CYANIDE Carry patient to fresh air. Have patient lie down. Administer antidote and oxygen (section D) and remove contaminated clothing. Keep patient quiet and worm until physician arrives~ F. FIRST AID -- INGESTION OF CYANIDE Administer antidote (section D), then give patient plain or soapy water by mouth and induce vomiting with finger in throat. Repeat until vomit fluid is clear. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Ùse amyl nitrite or Medical Treatment procedures to aid detoxification from ingested cyanide. G. FIRST AID ~- SKIN QR EYE CONTACT In case ,of skin contact wi th cyanide, immediately wash wi th plenty of wate~. For eye contact flush eyes with w~ter ,for at least 15 minutes and see a physician: ( 14 ) .~.,.<\;. e e e .. .. PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT ( CONT .) H,. MEDICAL TREATMENT 1. TREATMENT OF CYANIDE SORES Should sores or skin irritation develop coincidentally with handling cyan~de or its solutions, consult a physician or dermatologist. 2. TREATMENT OF BURNS - ~. - --- . Burns from molten cyanide mixtures are the same as those from alkalies and should be treated in a similar ,manner. 'Wash the burns thoroughly with warm water toremQve all cyanide and alkalie~ present, then treat, as any burn and consult a physician. ( 15 ) .. .. ,~ --, ~ CITY 'oj BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT S. D. JOHNSON FIRE CHIEF November 18, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 Timothy Davis P.O. Box 1132 Beatty, NV 89003 ,- Mr. Davis: Thank you for submitting the draft ~1PP for Valley Propeller in a timely manner so that the finished RMPP may be completed on schedule. The draft submitted does address the items required for this limited RMPP. There are a few points needing clarification which should be easily amended in the text. RMPP are public doèuments and as such need , to be as understandable as possible for individuals who are unfamiliar with specific locations and processes. There are also several brief addi tions which need to be made in order to assure compliance with California law. I have outlined all of these items below and referenced the page number to which the comments pertain. l~ The RMPP must be certified as complete by the qualified preparer and by the facility operator. Please add a certification to the RMPP document. I have attached an example of the type of language commonly used for RMPP certifications. 2./ The Purpose/Objective section contains a date (1-9-91) that is inaccuraté. Valley Propeller was identified by Bakersfield Fire as a handler of sodium cyanide when they filed an acutely hazardous materials registration form on 4-4-88. 3.v In one of the early sections of the RMPP, clearly indicate the percentage composition of sodium cyanide in the cadmium plating solution used at/Valley Propeller. 4~ Pag~ 7 contains a temperature measurement that is either unclear or contains a typo. The second paragraph mentions "a critical range around 60-7 C". Please clarify if this means 60-67 C or otherwise correct the typo. S / On page, 10, #4, specify the an appropriate concentration for the "dilute hypochlorite solution". Is the hypochlorite rinse meant as a treatment for contamination of bodily tissue or to clean up the floor? The use of the hypochlorite is unclear because of the inclusion of this item under personal safety, first aid and medical treatment and the lack of similar information on page 20 where spill response is outlined. ~-<"'~ ~ .. .. " / '1 6. . Include a.reference citation for the sources used to provide the first aid and medical treatment information. \/' 7. Correct the typo on page 12 item B-1, "Any per giving " 8~ What does the column "Lit." pertain to in the chart on page 16? 9."/ Are the cyanide drums referred to on page 19,' 100 pound containers? Please state the capacity of the drum in section 2 on page 19. 1¿ Are the cleaned and punctured drums referred to on page 20 considered hazardous waste? How are they ultimately disposed of? If they'are not considered hazardous waste in California, please verify why. If they are hazardous waste they must be labeled as such and the proper disposal method must be specified in the RMPP. 11. Please enter the titles of the responsible persons into the RMPP in the section beginning page 31. The names and signatures can be added later as Valley Propeller implements the plan. 12. Although the request by Bakersfield Fire for a RMPP for this facility was "limited", California law requires that "every RMPP prepared pursuant to Section 25534 shall give consideration to the proximity of the facility to schools, residential areas, general acute care hospitq.ls, long-term health care facilities and child day care facilities". The Valley. Propeller site map included with the RMPP is a good way to address this requirement. The schools and residential areas are already indicated. Please review the map to see if any of the other specified receptors need to be added. The legend can be expanded to include symbols for the other receptors if necessary. Do not try to type specific names of added facilities on the map. A second page can be added which indicates the name and locations of these facilities. In order to plan for protection of offsi te receptors should a hydrogen cyanide cloud escape the building at Valley Propeller and travel downwind, please include proper response instructions for Fire Department Responders regarding vapor cloud abatement. This response information would fit well with the evacuation section on page 33. 13. The flow of information would be improved if the answers to the hazard,analysis questions posed by Bakersfield Fire (pgs. 33-35) followed the hazard analysis summary instead of preceding it. Hazard Analysis Summary is more appropriate than " Hazardous Analysis Summary". ~~.. .~ .. .. - 14. Page 33 discusses spills of hazardous materials which must be report,ed under California law. The Health and Safety Code defines a reportable relea~e as one which poses a "threat to life, health or the environment". This broad definition is somewhat ambiguous and has been interpreted by this Administering Agency as follows. Any release which threatens life (medical attention required) or which is an environmental threat must be reported no matter how small the quantity. Releases of hazardous materials which are' adequately handled by plant staff without injury or ,threat to the environment need to be reported only 'if the quantities exceed 42 gallons (1 barrel) of a liquid, 500 pounds of a solid or 200 cubic feet of a gas. Please integrate the reporting requirements into the RMPP. Reports shall be made by facility staff to each of the following agencies: Bakersfield Fire Department Hazardous Materials Division 326-3973 (Call 91'1 immediately for emergency response) California Office of Emergency Services 1-800-852-7550 CA Assembly' Bill 1131 was . recently signed by the Governor. Beginning 1-1-92, California Administering Agencies must publish public notice of the completion of a RMPP and provide the document for public review for 45 days . prior to acceptance. The Administering Agency is required to consider any public comment on a RMPP prior to acceptance. The new law is also going to require formal offsite consequence analysis. It will be extremely difficult to allow preparation of a "limited" RMPP given the new requirements and process. If you work quickly to amend the draft RMPP to respond to the items outlined above, it should be possible for Bakersfield Fire to accept the Valley Propeller RMPP prior to December 31, 1991. We will need to receive the final document by mid Deçember to insure time for the final review. Please call me at (805) 326-3979 anytime that I can lend assistance toward the completion of this RMPP. Sincerely, ~ho....~ ~ ('~'-Q.. r Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Ralph Huey · " RECEIVED , NO V 1 2 1991 ADS'd.. .......... November 7, 1991 Ms. Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Department Bakersfield Fire Department 2101 H Street Bakersfield, California 93301 Dear Ms. Brenner: Enclosed is the draft of the RMPP for Valley Propeller. The additional hazard analysis questions from your Sept. 19 letter are addressed. We believe that the enclosed RMPP will be close to the final acceptable form based on our knowledge in the area of cyanide safety and handling. If there are any major revisions it will be imperative to return the document as soon as possible to guarantee a final document by the February 6, 1992 deadline. -¡::Or p fí~(' f0 g¿II;~ A rf Ðv uç c, e.@-~ ItÄ (U 1> ~ f"'..<..- Timothy -- . --......--- . , ;>:...- .~ CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT D. S. NEEDHAM FIRE CHIEF February 4, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD. 93301 326-3911 Mr. Cliff Johnson Valley Propel lor Service 300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 Mr. Johnson: Your business Valley Propellor , has been identified as a handler of sodium cyanide an acutely hazardòus material. The inspection of your facility on 1-9-91 verified that the Valley Propellor plating shop is well ordered, the equipment appears to be maintained, separate secondary containment has been provided for the cyanide and acid solutions and some employee training has been conducted and documented. While significant likelihood of an accident involving sodium cyanide has not been established, the consequences of an accident could be very serious. Therefore, pursuant to section 25534 of the California Health and Safety Code, you will be required to submit a limited Risk Management and Prevention Program (RMPP) for the use and handling of sodium cyanide plating solution. The RMPP shall be based upon a hazard evaluation which identifies the hazards associated with handling the acutely hazardous material due to operating error, equipment failure and external events. The RMPP shall include the following elements: A REPORT SPECIFYING THE NATURE, AGE AND CONDITION OF THE EQUIPMENT USED TO HANDLE ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AT THE FACILITY. INCLUDE SCHEDULES FOR TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT. DESIGN, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE CONTROLS WHICH MINIMIZE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. ADDITIONAL STEPS TO BE TAKEN BY THE BUSINESS IN ORDER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. THESE ACTIONS MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: EQUIPMENT MODIFICATIONS, REPAIRS OR ADDITIONS. CHANGES IN THE OPERATIONS, PROCEDURES, MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES OR FACILITY DESIGN. CHEMICAL AND EQUIPMENT LABELING. ...., ~- ø , .:.;, :. ',,", .. THE RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM SHALL IDENTIFY, BY TITLE, ALL PERSONNEL AT THE BUSINESS WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CARRYING OUT THE SPECIFIC ELEMENTS OF THE RMPP AND A DESCRIPTION OF THEIR RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES. THE RMPP SHALL INCLUDE A DETAILED TRAINING PROGRAM TO· INSURE THAT-- THOSEPERSONSAREABLE-===:_:..o,=;:~n ~,..:= TO IMPLEMENT THE RMPP. THE ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS HANDLER SHALL REVIEW THE RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM AND SHALL MAKE NECESSARY REVISIONS TO THE RMPP AT LEAST EVERY THREE YEARS. REVISIONS SHALL BE MADE WITHIN 60 DAYS FOLLOWING A MODIFICATION WHICH WOULD MATE~IALLY AFFECT THE HANDLING OF AN ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL. The CA Health and Safety Code provides businesses 12 months, from the date of request, to complete and implement a RMPP. The Risk Management and Prevention Program, and any revisions to it, shall be certified as complete by a qualified person and the facility operator. It usually takes a business several months to locate a qualified company or individual to prepare the RMPP. It then takes several more months to complete the plan and the review by this Administering Agency. The attached questionnaire regarding the qualifications of the RMPP preparer should be submitted to this Agency by May 6, 1991. Upon approval of the RMPP preparer, we will agree to a schedule for the completion of the hazard evaluation and RMPP. The finished RMPP will be due on FEBRUARY 6, 1992. All submittals regarding this RMPP,shall be made to: The Bakersfield Fire Department 2130 G Street Bakersfield, CA (,7 93301 If I can be of any assistance please feel free to call. I can be reached at 326-3979.' Sincerely, (2 S()~J'~~~~( Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc. Mr. Ralph Huey Hazardous Materials Coordinator · . The information provided here was developed from standard published sources. However, the user is cautioned that packaged information may supplement, but cannot replace, the assistance of a technically qualified expert at the scene of the incident. If such an expert is not available, call the Northridge Tox-Center at (800) 227-6476 in the USA or (800) 682-9000 in CA, CHEMTREC, or your nearest poison control center for assistance. Sodium Cyapide (Na(CN») (EPA) - READ FIRST (NTC) - <1> FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD Non-combustible and non-explosive solid. Will not BLEVE. Forms highly toxic and irritant fire products and aerosols. Suppress fires with CO2, water fog or dry chemical. Avoid excess ,Jia ter as it spreads the product. <2> HEALTH HAZARD/PROTECTIVE Highly irritates skin, eyes, nose & airway. No vapor/dust inhalation, skin & eye contact, ingestion. Poison. Not a carcinogen, teratogen or mutagen. Use EPA level A/B protection: SCBA, turnouts suit, dust mask, goggles, gloves. <3> MEDICAL AID Wash with soap & water. Double-bag or launder contaminated clothes. Observe for cyanosis, irritation & alkali burns. If ingested, empty the stomach. May need oxygen, IV fluids & cyanide kit treatment. Give liquids if conscious. <4>· CHEMICAL HAZARDS Does not react with air. Reacts with water and some nitrites, nitrates, peroxides, strong oxidizers, acids & soda-sulfuric fire extinguishers. Does not polymerize. Moderately corrosive. Not an oxidizer. - COMPARATIVE HAZARD RATINGS CNTC) - Explosion Fire None None Mass Cas. Potential Immed Respiratory Immed Skin Immed Eye Immed Oral Delayed Health High High High High High Reactivity Corrosivity Oxidizer Action Low Moderate ImmedEnviron Delayed Environ High Sodium Cyanide (Na(CN)) (EPA) OVERVIEW -GENERAL OVERVIEW (NTC) - White inorganic solid. Very irritating to skin, eyes, nose, throat & lungs. Not a carcinogen, mutagen or teratogen. Poison. Cyanide gas or almond odor. Moderate hazards include corrosiveness & irritant action. Reacts violently with many chemicals. May create environmental problems, including surface water pollution, toxic effects on soil & water, killing of animals. Control of run-off may be a problem. Use maxium precautions as skin & lung exposure may cause convulsions, cyanosis & death. Suppress fires using water fog, C02, dry chemical. Fire products are toxic. Sinks, completely mixes and fo~ms toxic cyanide gas when added to water. Dust is not flammable, but is toxic, accumulates in closed spaces & pits. Shipped in steel containers. Placarded 1689. Hazard rating is Poison B. Used for electroplating, metal treatment, gold & silver extraction, as a fumigant & insecticide. - INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE GUIDELINES (NTC) - Storage: store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. No moisture or other incompatible materials. Personnel: no eating, drinking or smoking. Use special clothing. Change & shower when contaminated. Do not breathe vapor which may accumulate in closed spaces & low spots. Do not wear contact lenses around dusty material. . . tlJium Cyanide (Na(CN)) (EP1Ia FIRE / EXPLOSION - FIRE / EXPLOSION HAZARD POTENTIAL (DOT) - Some of these materials may burn, but none of them ignite readily. Container may explode violently in heat of fire. - FIRE / EXPLOSION HAZARD COMMENTS (NTC) - Flash Point NF. 0 F NF. 0 C Flammability Limits NF.%(Lo) NF.%(Hi) Auto-Ignition NF. 0 F NF. 0 C Won't burn, but forms hazardous aerosols. Does not polymerize & won't BLEVE. Smoke or plume from a fire is a moderate hazard. Wind will direct & precipi- tation will strip toxins from vapor plume or smoke cloud. - FIRE EMERGENCY ACTIONS (DOT) - Small fires: Dry chemical, C02, Halon, water spray or standard foam. * Large fires: Water spray, fog or standard foam. * Move container from fire area if you can do it without risk. Fight fire from maximum distance. Stay away from ends of tanks. Dike fire control water for later disposal. Do not scatter, the material. - EMERGENCY SCENE MANAGEMENT (NTC) - Clear immediate area & downwind as required for a small spill to prevent inhaling vapor plume or smoke cloud. Keep personnel upwind & use breathing apparatus, especially during overhaul. Water produces cyanide gas and fire produces carbon monoxide. Breathing the combination is doubly deadly. 'Sodium Cyanide (Na(CN») (EPA) HEALTH / PROTECTION - HEALTH HAZARD POTENTI~L (DOT) - Poisonous. May be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin. Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may give off poisonous gases and cause water pollution. Fire may produce irritating or poisonous gases. - MAJOR HEALTH EFFECTS (NTC) - - EXPOSURE LIMITS TLV/STEL TLV/TWA UNKNOWN 5 mg/m3 ",,- IDLH 50 PPM (HCN) - MAJOR SYMPTOMS / SIGNS OF OVEREXPOSURE Inhalation: inhalation of sodium cyanide dust or hydrogen cyanide gas may produce profound cyanosis, coma & death. (see ingestion). Skin contact: itching, discoloration, dermatitis & alkali burns. Victims may absorb a fatal dose through the skin. Eye contact: severe irritation, alkali burns & permanent damage to cornea. Ingestion: weakness, dizziness, headache, vomiting, coma, convulsions & death. May be highly corrosive to mouth, throat & stomach. Central nervous system effects: due to hypoxia. - BASIC EMERGENCY ACTIONS (DOT) - "'- Keep unnecessary people away. Isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind. Keep out of low areas. Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Wear self-contained (positive pressure) breathing apparatus (SCBA) and specific chemical protective clothing recommended by shipper or producer. Such protective clothing may not provide thermal protection. Call for help as soon as possible, especially if there, is no local hazardous materials team available. - PROTECTION OF ·RESPONSE PERSONNEL (NTC) - Use EPA level A,B or equivalent protection. Eyes: goggles, encaps. suit. Respiratory: SCBA & encapsulated suit. Do not use a cartridge mask. Skin & extr~mities: impermeable gloves, boots, clothes, apron,turnouts,suit. Resistant materials: butyl, Neoprene, PVC, Viton, chlorinated polyethylene, natural rubber, nitrile, PVC, nitrile-PVC. Avoid: polyurethane, polyvinyl alcohol. . . 4IJium Cyanide (Na(CN» (EP1IÞ MEDICAL AID / - DECONTAMINATION GUIDELINES (NTC) - Person~el: shower with soap & water. Clothing: remove & launder, or double-bag. Equipment: hose off. Run-off water: neutralize with liquid chlorine ble,ach, then release. - BASIC FIRST AID (DOT) - Move victim to fresh air and call emergency medical care. If not breathi~g, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. In case of contact with material, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes. Speed in removing material from skin is of extreme importance. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes at the site. Keep victim quiet and maintain normal body temperature. Effects may be delayed. Keep victim under obsèrvation. - MEDICAL TREATMENT OF VICTIMS (NTC) - Inhalation: move to safety, intubate & resuscitate if needed, give oxygen. Monitor breath sounds for chemical pneumonia. Do IV TKO, monitor lead II & obtàin baseline ABG's. Seek immediate specialty care. Begin cyanide kit protocol as soon as possible. Use hyperbaric oxygen if cyanide kit fails. Skin contact: wash skin with soap & water. Check for chemical burns & treat as indicated. Remove & ·double-bag contaminated clothing. Eye contact: irrigate eyes with normal saline or tap water. Patch eyes as needed. Seek immediate specialty care. Ingestion: if conscious, give clear liquids & induce emesis with ipecac. If unconscious, intubate to protect airway, then perform gastric lavage. Begin cyanide kit protocol & seek immediate specialty care. Medical surveillance is not indicated. - ABSORPTION I DISTRIBUTION / METABOLISM (NTC) - Absorption: through lungs, mucous membranes, skin, eyes & GI tract. Distribution: to body water stores. Unchanged material: some is excreted via urine. Metabolic conversion: forms thiocyanate, cyanate, urea & sodium ion which are excreted via urine. None remains in the body as sodium cyanide. Sodium Cyanide (Na(CN» (EPA) CHEMICAL REACTIONS - CHEMICAL INTERACTIONS (NTC) - - WITH WATER Reacts with water to form toxic cyanide gas. Sinks, then completely mixes, & is extremely soluble. Stable in alkaline solutions, but unstable in acid & neutral solutions due to decomposition which forms toxic and flammable hydrogen cyanide gas. - WITH OTHER MATERIALS Reacts with water to produce toxic hydrogen cyanide gas (hydrocyanic acid). Gas evolution is accelerated/by acid water. Reacts with nitrates, nitrites, chlorate., fluorine, nitric acid, ~ther acids, acid salts, nitrides, alkali & alkaline earth metals, expoxides, polymerizable compounds, peroxides~ strong oxidizing agents & many other chemicals. - SPECIAL CHEMICAL HAZARDS (NTC) - Moderately corrosive, but not an oxidizer. Won't polymerize. Forms hazardous decomposition products and hazardous fire products, including hydrogen cyanide, carbon monoxide, toxic aerosols, ammonia & nitrogen oxides. . . tlJium Cyanide (Na(CN)) (EPiIa ENVIRONMENT - ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS (NTC) - - IMMEDIATE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS Effects on air: no significant air pollution if material is dry. Possible major air pollution hazard if wet, due to cyanide gas formation. Effects on water: potentially severe surface water contamination, but is not, persistent due to rapid biodegradation. Effects on soil: potentially severe soil contamination, leading to surface water pollution, with transient effects only. - LONG-TERM ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS Local, possibly severe effects in immediate spill areà. Long-term effects are minimal due to rapid biodegradation. Won't bioconcentrate in the food chain. Any increase in chemical or biologic oxygen demand is gradual. - SPILL / LEAK EMERGENCY ACTION (DOT) - Do not touch spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Use. water spray to reduce vapors. * Small spills: Take up with sand or other non-combustible, absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal. * Small dry spills: With a clean shovel, place material into a clean, dry container and cover. Move containers from spill area. * Large spills: Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. - EMERGENCY SPILL MANAGEMENT (NTC) - Air releases: monitor situation & evacuate immediate area. Allow wind to disperse. Water releases: dike, divert, isolate and treat in place with liquid chlorine bleach or calcium hypochlorite tablets. Soil releases: treat with liquid chlorine bleach or let bacteria handle. - SPILL TREATMENT / DISPOSAL (NTC) - Should be treated under expert guidance, except when using liquid chlorine bleach on a small spill. Hazardous waste landfill disposal of the untreated material is not recommended. Aldrich chemical catalog recommends oxidation or neutralization with calcium hypochlorite tablets. Sodium Cyanide (Na(CN», (EPA) IDENTIFICATION - IDENTIFYING NUMBERS / REFERENCES (NTC) - Sodium Cyanide (Na(CN» (EPA).Hydrocyanic Acid, Sodium Salt. DOT NAME: SODIUM CYANIDE DOT ID: 1689 DOT CLASS: POISON B GUIDE: 55 SYS ID: SAX/6#: MERCK/10 #: 1098 2421/2 8439 CAS #: UN/NA #: 143339 STCC: 49-232-28 RTECS/NIOSH: VZ:525000 - PHYSICAL ID (NTC) - - PROPERTIES Normally a solid & handled as solid chunks or pellets. Odorless when dry. Molecular wt. 49.01. Melting pt.1044 F [562 C]. Boiling pt. 2725 F [1496 C]. Density 1.60. Vapor pressure NIL. Vapor density: heavier than air~ Moderate- ly corrosive & decomposition products may be corrosive. Stable, but decom- poses when exposed to water or acids. - COMPOSITION / IMPURITIES Sodium cyanide (dry) Sodium cyanide (water solution) various grades available, up to 100% pure concentration varies. - PACKAGING / PLACARDING (NTC) - Normally stored & transported in fiberboard drums or as a water solution. Needs special care in handling as is highly toxic. Placarded: DOT 1689; NFPA 3/0/0. Hazard labeling: Poison B. I. ¡ . . ·; ''"11,.......- DRAFT . NOVEMBER 1, 1991 RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR VALLEY PROPELLER SERVICE 300 WATTS DRIVE BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307 PREPARED BY BRITT T. JOHNSON TIMOTHY D. DAVIS e,-",' , , '''',,-- . PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE Valley Propeller was identified as cyanide an acutely hazardous material Bakersfield Fire Department. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, a limited Prevention Program (RMPP} is required. a handler of sodium on 1-9-ql by the section 25534 of the Risk Management and This RMPP is based on a hazard evaluation which identifies the hazards associated with the handling of the acutely hazardous material due to operator error, equipment failure and external events. Due to the hazards associated with the handling of cyanide in either the dry or liquid form we have added additional information to broaden the handlers awareness. All of the information hear in is to be used for and as the TRAINING PROGRAM along with the VHS tape on Cyanide Handling. The information set forth herein is site specific for; Valley Propeller Service 300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 and is based on technical and personal experience that is believed to be reliable. It is intended for use by persons having technical skill and at their own discretion and risk. Since conditions of use are outside our control, we make no warranties, express or implied, and assume no liability in connection with any use of this information., \ 1 , .' . TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ELECTROPLATING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CYANIDE {Physical Properties).......................... 3 CHEMICAL REACTIONS..............................'...... 4 PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT...... 9 ·Health Hazards................................... 9 Safety Precautions............................... 9 First Aid and Medical Treatment.................. 11 First Aid Supplies and Instructions.............. 12 Treatment of Cyanide Poisoning................... 14 Cyanide Lethal Dose Table........................ 16 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ON SITE............................ 17 Medical Equipment................................ 17 Required Signs............................. ,. .,. . . . .17 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (CYANIDE HANDLING) ....... 18 Cyanide Transport................................ 18 Cyanide Storage..................... .'............ 18 Cyanide Handling................................. 18 pH Check (Solution) .............................. 19 Cyanide Addi tion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 19 Solid Cyanide Spill.............................. 20 Liquid Cyanide Spill............................. 20 Cyanide Drum Disposal.........................:.. 20 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (ELECTROPLATING) ......... 21 NATURE AGE AND CONDITION OF EQUIPMENT................. 23 Schedules for Equipment Testing and Maintenance.. 24 MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK FORM.......................... 27 DESIGN, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE CONTROLS............ 30 PERSONS, POSITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES............... 31 EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND EVACUATION PLANNING............ 33 HAZARD ANALYSIS {SUMMARY AND EXPLANATION)............. 34 VALLEY PROPELLER SITE MAP............................. 40 VALLEY PROPELLER FACILITYMAP......................... 41 . . ELECTROPLATING Cyanide cadmium baths deposit decorative and/or functional (harder) metal coatings on a variety of substrate. The good conductive power of the electrolyte causes relatively uniform deposition of the metal on intricately shaped parts. Electroplating removes the cadmium from the strip solution by the passage of current through the electroplating cell. The cathode, the anode and an electrolyte are placed in a corrosion resistant container. These components are known as the electroplating cell. A direct current power supply is connected to the anode (cadmium balls) and cathodè (part being p¡ated). As current passes through the cell, cadmium is deposited upon the cathode (part being plated). As the cadmium is removed from the electrolyte, cadmium balls (anode) in the electroplate cell container renew the depleted cadmium concentration in the solution. 2 . CYANIDE Physical Properties: Formula Weight Melting point, F C Boiling point, F C Specific gravity, Liquid- 1560F, 850C Heat of Formation Btu/lb F or cal/g C KJ/Kg K Heat of Fusion (mp), Btu/lb Cal/g KJ/Kg Heat of vaporization (bp), Btu/lb Cal/g KJ/Kg Vapor pressure, mm Hg 1470 F, 2190 F, 2480 F, 800 C 1200 C 1360 C 49.007 1044 562 2786 1530 1.19 0.335 1.402 77 43 179 1309 722 3041 0.76 89.8 314 '. 0 Solubility in water, 9 NaCN/100 9 water (See Fig. 1) -4 F, -20 C 35.4 68 F, +20 C 58.3 3 . . . CHEMICAL REACTIONS The most hazardous property of sodium cyanide is its reaction with acids to form iethal hydrogen cyanide gas. . ! Sodium cyanide deliquesces in moist air. Crystals dehydrate, NaCN 2(H20), form when saturated solutions of cyanide cool at temperatures below 95 F. Sodium dissolves in methanol [ 6.05 g/lOOmL saturated solution It also dissolves in liquid ammonia [ 3.7 g/100 mL NH3 F.] of the sodium cyanide at 59 F. at ~27.4 SODIUM CYANIDE REACTIONS IN WATER Sodium cyanide (NaCN) dissolved in water forms an equilibrium between ionized sodium cyanide and highly volatile hydrogen cyanide (HCN). In sodium cyanide solutions, HCN concentrations must be kept low to avoid toxic fumes. HCN formation varies with pH, cyanide concentration, and temperature. At pH 7 or less, essentially all of the cyanide will be in the HCN form. To suppress HCN formation in typical concentrated sodium cyanide make-up solution, a pH of 12 is required' at ambient temperature ( See Fig. 3 ). A pH of 12 generally provides a small safety factor; the critical importance of avoiding toxic HCN fumes makes a margin of safety essential. Higher temperatures and higher solution concentrations increase HCN fumes. When making a cyanide solution, the proper procedure is to add about 0.5% sodium hydroxide (caustic) or 50 lb caustic/·l,OOO gallons water, before adding the cyanide. More caustic will not be chemically harmful to the cyanide, but increased alkalinity increases eye hazards from splashes. If process chemistry requires lower pH storage or use, adequate precautions in design and operation must be taken to protect against HCN fumes and HCN polymerization or hydrolysis. Hydrogen Cyanide molecules will polymerize to form the extremely inert HCN polymer. In dilute solutions, HCN polymer will generate colors ranging from pale yellow to dark reddish brown, In stronger solutions, a dark brown precipitate resembling iron rust can form which will interfere with heat transfer, plug pumps, orifices, etc. and may cause significant cyanide loss. Again, high pH values give lo~ HCN concentration and reduce the tendency for polymer formation. ( .4 ) FIGURE 1. SotUbili. Sodium Cyanide in Water i, . ~____.__ ·______~_·~__+_·_·__~___.__._n.________ c ,2 "; ~ ----- ." ~ E :> Õ II) 00 o g ...... z u o Z 00 -10 OF 10 20 30 40 ~o Temperature - _._-~------- FIGURE 2. Densities of NaCN Solutions 9,9 1.18 9,8 1.16 9,7 9,6 1.14 9,5 9,4 .J 1.12 ~ 9,3 Õ "" 00 ...... ~ 1.10 9,2 !!. ';; ?: c 9,1 ';; .. 0 ~ 1.08 9,0 1.06 8,9 8.8 1.04 8,7 8,6 1,02 8,5 1.00 8.4 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 Sodium Cyanid., 0/0 (..I) NoCN.2H20 10 60 o 100 F .....1 1 70 80 90 FIGURE 3. Effect of pH on Cyanide Ionization 100 " \ \ ,\ ~ 1\ \ \ \ " ""- 80 E ~ z u 60 :z: c ., "0 C C ,... U Õ 40 -::J2. 0 20 o 6 7 8 9 10 II 12 13 pH Dara based on work by D, Milne, 1950, lor dilute sodium cyanide solutions at ambient temperature. Toxic HCN fumes Increase as temperatures and solution concentrations increase requiring higher pH for sale operation, 5 ) '> . . i. FIGURE 4. Decomposition Rate of NaCN Solutions 1-·-·-···..-----·------------ 0.30 0.28 .g 0.26 ~ Õ 0.24 .c ~ 0.22 ........ - .!! 0.20 "" o m >- 0.18 ~ o ~ 0.16 ~ 0.14 ~ o I 0.12 0» o a:: 0.10 g :4.: 0.08 iO.06 o u ~ 0.04 ------ -¡ 1/ ! II I· ~7 II . J 0.1% NoOH- FI 1/ , , . , . I J / 0.6% NoOH I J I , 2.1% No OH J7 ./ IJ YJ ~I J 'f} II I ~ VI' / ~ v . . ~ ~ / ~ -- .-- L..-::: ~ v - --- --- --- 0.02 0.00 20 68 30 86 Temperature 40C 104 F ( 6 ) . . CHEMICAL REACTIONS (CONT.) Cyanide also reacts with water to form am~onia and formate ions. In the acid pH range, hydrolysis products are formic acid and ammonium salts. Alkaline solutions produce formate salts and volatile ammonia. With strong solutions, the volume of ammonia evolved can cause dangerous pressure build-up.. One gallon of 30% sodium cyanide solution can produce more than 25 cubic feet of ammonia. For this reason, extra vent capacity is recommended for storage tanks. Ordinarily the reaction between cyanide and water proceeds slowly. However, the reaction rate increases exponentially ~i~h\__ an increase in temperature, having a critical range around~0-7~ C. At temperatures below this range, the reaction c£be controlled by cooling and, where practical, by dilution. At higher temperatures, however, the reaction can be uncontrollable and may proceed until substantially all the cyanide has been consumed. For this reason, temperature control and adequate cooling and venting capacity are needed. Sodium cyanide solution storage tanks should be equipped with facilities for measuring ànd controlling the temperature of the solution. Heating may be needed to assist in dissolving the NaCN ( See Fig 1) and to prevent freezing (See Fig 5 ). Cooling helps to minimize cyanide loss in hot weather ( See Fig 4 ) and could be critically important if the hydrolysis reaction begins to generate heat faster than it can be dissipated to the surroundings. All the reactions 'discussed above consume a portion of the stored cyanide, and all are inhibited by maintaining low solution temperature and high pH. NOTE: THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CYANIDE SOLUTION AT VALLEY PROPELLER DOES NOT APPROACH THE CRITICLE 140F TEMPERATURE. THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS FOR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE. ( 7 ) . n.__~____.~_._ . . '-'~~ FIGURE 5. Freezing Points of Sodium Cyanide Solutions ---~-~._~_._-----~ 100 90 80 70 60 50 u. ~ c: 40 'õ a. '" c: 30 '., ., ~ u. 20 10 0 -10 -20 -30 f- - - /" ._._.~ ./ =.'-'-'- -.---- --.-.-. _._.~._.-._.-. '-'-'-' _.~._.- ,....-.- (upper storage temperature limit) h./" - , / /",/' ". /)" // ............ ~' - --- ~ 1/ - --- ~ 1/ .... .... /1I<lte,. $. - '-~~ /I' '- '0" I\( co" <lC'1\! t<l,,,, 1// ,.. /1I<l '-.....~"gl te,. $. ..... _ to.... % I\!o ," 0/1It' ~,~. '0" ..........~ '/ - V - " I I I I ' , I , I , I I I I I I 35 30 25 20 15 10 u 5 ë 'õ a. 0 '" c: '~ -5 u. -10 -15 -20 25 -30 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 -35 45 Sodium Cyanide in Solution, weight % ----_._---~.._--~--_._-_.------- 8 . . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT HEALTH HAZARDS Because of the toxicity of sodium cyanide, all persons working with it should be completely familiar with and observe the established safety practices. Sodium cyanide is a rapidly fatal poison when taken internally. Poisoning may occur if sodium cyanide dust is inhaled. Prolonged contact with the skin may cause irritation and possibly poising, particularly if there are open wounds or skin abrasions. Sodium cyanide is alkaline and causes eye burns. SODIUM CYANIDE IN CONTACT HIGHLY TOXIC AND FLAMMABLE TOXIC AMOUNTS OF HCN CAN SODIUM CYANIDE. WITH ACIDS OR WEAK ALKALIES LIBERATES HYDROCYANIC ACID (HCN) GAS. ALSO, BE LIBERATED FROM WATER SOLUTIONS OF The U.S/ Department of labor (OSHA) has ruled that an employee 's exposure to cyanide in any eight-hour workshift of a 40-hour week shall not exceed a time weighted average of 5 mg of cyanide (calculated as CN) per cubic meter of air. It also cautions that since cyanide may penetrate the skin, especially if broken, control of vapor or dust inhalation alone may not be sufficient to prevent absorption of an excessive dose ( Title 29 CFR 1919.1000 Air Contaminants). SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The Basic Safety Precautions are: 1. Do not breathe dust or gas. Wear an approved dust respirator when there is danger of inhaling cyanide dust. The respirator should be one approved by the Mining Enforcement and Safety Administration or by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). See pp. 5-7 of NIOSH's Recommended Standard for Occupational Exposure of Hydrogen Cyanide and Cyanide and Cyanide Salts, 1977 (No. 757-009/22). 2. Avoid skin contact with cyanides. Never permit contact with open wounds or skin abrasions. Wear protective gloves when handling solid cyanides. Wear rubber gloves when handling cyanide solutions. Wash hands and gloves thoroughly with running water after handling cyanides. . ( 9 ) . . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) 3. Do not get in eyes. when handling cyanide splashing. We¡3.r approved solutiç>ns and chemical splash goggles when there is danger of 4. Immediately sweep up any spilled cyanide and place in a suitable container. Treat contaminated area with dilute hYPochlorite solution to destroy the cyanide. Flush area with water; comply with Federal,State or local regulations. 5. Take every ~recaution to contacting sodium cyanide. Do alkalies. keep acids not store or weak alkalies from with acids or weak 6. Do present. areas. not eat, drink, Do not handle or or smoke in areas where cyanide is store food or beverages in cyanide 7. Store sodium cyanide in a dry, well-ventilated area. Containers should be kept closed and their contents dry. SYMPTOMS OF CYANIDE POISONING Personnel should be constantly alert and ready to take immediate action in case of exposure to cyanide. The fOllowing are symptoms of cyanide poisoning. They can result from many other causes, but these symptoms should be investigated when they occur around cyanide areas. Reddening of the eyes Irritation of the throat Palpitation Difficulty in breathing Salivation Nausea Headache Weakness of arms and legs Giddiness Collapse and convulsions Numbness ( 10 ) - ------------------ -- --~- ----- ------ \ ~~ ,\\,..,rV\ I \,' \ I.N' " ..-/" , (¡:..... 1.-. . / . - - ~ .-' " . . . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE TO HCN VAPOR The following toxicity data are the "Reported (Estimated) Human Responses to Various Concentrations of HCN Vapors". 300 ppm Rapidly fatal 100 - 200 ppmFatal within 1/2 to 1 hour 45 - 54 ppm Tolerated for 1/2 to 1 hour without immediate or delayed effects 20 - 40 ppm Slight symptoms after several hours 10 ppm Threshold Limit/Time-Weighted Average for a normal 8 hour workday' 2 - 5 ppm Odor threshold These numbers should be considered reasonable estimates, not exact data, and are more conservative than some literature references. Variations will exist with different people. The "rapidly fatal" exposure level of 300 ppm assumes no first aid or medical treatment has been given. Prompt administration of these recovery techniques has proven very effective. Emphasis must be placed on quick action, however. In case of overexposure to HCN, quick action is required to sound the alarm, remove the victim from the contaminated area and provide treatment. With prompt treatment, recovery is usually rapid and complete with no after-effects. Unlike many poisons, cyanide is not cumulative 'in body organs. While cyanide poisoning is rapidly fatal; no case should be considered hopeless; as long as there is a heartbeat, treatment should be continued. (Only a physician can certify death) . FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT A. INTRODUCTION The following points are important: 1. The treatment of cyanide poisoning is divided into two parts--First Aid and Medical Treatment. First Aid is the prompt action taken to prevent further harm or death and to put the victim in the best condition for later treatment, if needed. First Aid is generally given by the layman before a doctor arrives. Medical Treatment is administered by the physician. 11 ) . . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) 2. A key to treatment of cyanide poisoning is the rapid, administration of antidotes and oxygen. Always have on hand a supply of the materials listed in Sections Band C below for immediate use. 3. Actions to be taken in case of exposure should be studied and planned bef6re beginning work with cyanides~ 4. In case of cyanide contact, start treatment immediately. Call a physician. B. FIRST AID SUPPLIES First aid supplies should be located in the cyanide area, and immediately accessible at all. times. They should be inspected at least once a month by the individuals who would be using them in an emergency. The following items are required: 1; Two boxes (2 dozen) of amyl nitrite pearls. CAUTION: UNSTABLE, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY AFTER EXPIRATION DATE. Store in a cool and dark location. CAUTION: SINCE AMYL NITRITE IS FLAMMABLE, BE CAREFUL TO REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION, SUCH AS OPEN FLAMES OR CIGARETTES, BEFORE BREAKING THE PEARLS, ESPECIALLY WITH SIMULTANEOUS ADMINISTRATION OF OXYGEN. ANY PER~GIVING FIRST AID SHOULD BE CAREFUL TO KEEP THE BROKEN PEARLS AWAY FROM HIS YON MOUTH AND; OTHERWISE HE MAY INHALE SUFFICIENT AMYL NITRITE TO BECOME DIZZY AND BE INCOMPETENT TO GIVE PROPER ASSISTANCE. 2. Oxygen resuscitators. The Flynn Series III resuscitator, fromO-TWO Systems, has performed satisfactorily since it is lightweight, rugged and easy to use. It is good practice to keep six amyl nitrite pearls in each resuscitator box. 3. Two i-pint bottles of 1% sodium thiosulfate solution. 4. A set of instructions on First Aid Treatment. C. MEDICAL SUPPLIES (For Use Only By A Physician) A "Medical Supplies Kit" containing the following supplies, should be conveniently located outside the cyanide area, and checked ona monthly basis by the responsible person. ( 12 . . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) 1. Two boxes (2 Dozen) of amyl UNSTABLE. REPLACE IMMEDIATELY AFTER cool·, dark location. nitrite pearls. CAUTION: EXPIRATION. Store in 2. Two sterile ampules of sodium nitrite solution (10 mL of a 3% solution in each). 3. Two sterile ampules of sodium thiosulfate solution (50 mL of a 25% solution in each). 4. Two i-pint bottles of 1% sodium thiosulfate solution. 5. One 10 mL sterile syringe. Two sterile intravenous needles. ,One 50 mL sterile syringe. One tourniquet. 6. One stomach tube. 7. One dozen gauze pads. 8. A set of instructions on Medical Treatment. D. FIRST AID--DIRECTIONS FOR GIVING ANTIDOTE 1. IF PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS AND BREATHING For inhalation and lor absorption, if the victim is conscious, oxygen may be all that is needed. But if victim is not fully conscious or shows signs of poisoning, follow procedure in 2 below. 2. IF PATIENT IS UNCONSCIOUS BUT BREATHING Break a amyl nitrite pearl in a cloth and hold lightly under the patient's nose for 15 seconds, repeating 5 times at about 15 second intervals. If necessary, repeat this procedure every 3 minutes with fresh pearls until 3 or 4 pearls have been given. Give oxygen from a resuscitator to aid recovery. 3. IF PATIENT HAS STOPPED BREATHING Use oxygen resuscitator (preferably) or give artificial respiration until breathing starts. Also break an amyl nitrite pearl in a cloth and hold lightly under the patient's nose for 15 seconds, repeating 5 times at about 15 second intervals. If necessary, repeat this procedure every 3 minutes with fresh pearls until 3 or 4 pearls have been given. When giving amyl nitrite to a victim not breathing, place the broken pearl under the resuscitator face-piece in such away that it will not enter the mouth and choke the victim. A clip is helpful to hold the pearl. ( 13 ) . . PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (CONT.) E. FIRST AID -- INHALATION OF CYANIDE Carry patient to fresh Administer antidote and contaminated clothing. physician arrives. air. Have patient lie down. 'oxygen (section D) and remove Keep patient quiet and worm until F. FIRST AID -- INGESTION OF CYANIDE Administer antidote (section D), then give patient one pint of 1% sodium thiosulfate solution (or plain or soapy water) by mouth and induce vomiting with finger in throat. Repeat until vomit fluid is clear. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Use amyl nitrite or Medical Treatment procedures to aid detoxification from ingested cyanide. G. FIRST AID -- SKIN OR EYE CONTACT In case of skin contact with cyanide, immediately wash with plenty of water. For eye contact flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and see a physician. H. MEDICAL TREATMENT 1. TREATMENT OF CYANIDE ,POISONING While preparations for sodium nitrite and sodium thiosulfate injections are being made, break an amyl nitrite pearl in a cloth and hold it lightly under the patient's nose for 15 seconds, repeating 5 times at about 15 second intervals. If victim is not breathing, use oxygen resuscitator or artificial respiration. Discontinue administration of amyl nitrite and inject the solution of sodium nitrite (10 mL of a 3% solution) intravenously at the rate of 2.5 mL/minute, then immediately inject the sodium thiosulfate (50 mL of a 25% solution) at the same rate, taking care to avoid extravasation. Watch patient continuously for 24 - 48 hours if cyanide exposure was severe. If there is any return of symptoms during this period, repeat the treatment, but use one-half the amounts of sodium nitrite and sodium thiosulfate solutions. ( 14 ) . . ,~ I PERSONAL SAFETY, FIRST AID AND MEDICAL TREATMENT. (CONT.) If signs of excessive methemoglobinemia develop (i.e., blue skin and mucous membranes, vomiting shock and coma), 1% methylene blue solution should be given intravenously. A total dose of 1 to 2 mg/kgof body weight should be administered over a period'of five to ten minutes and should be repeated in one hour if necessary. In addition, oxygen inhalation will be helpful and transfusion of whole fresh blood may be considered if there has been mechanical injury with bleeding or internal blood loss simultaneously with the cyanide exposure. Note: A second injection of the antidotes on one-half the dosage initially used can be administered two hours after the initial treatment to help the patient ward off a relapse. 2. TREATMENT OF CYANIDE SORES Should sores or skin irritation develop coincidentally with handling cyanide or its solutions, consult a physician or dermatologist. 3. TREATMENT OF BURNS Burns from molten cyanide mixtures are the from alkalies and should be treated in a Wash the burns thoroughly with warm water cyanide and alkalies present, then treat consult a physician. same as those similar manner. to remove all as any burn and ( 15 ) . . MINIMUM LETHAL DOSE TABLE Minimum lethal dose (MDL) of alkali cyanides for various living creatures. MATERIAL LIFE-FORM ADMINISTERED MDL LIT. mg/Kg NaCN Frog Subcutaneously 60-65 72 NaCN Mouse Subcutaneously 10 ' 72 NaCN Rat Subcutaneously 2.2 72 NaCN Dog Intravenously LD 2.8-29 72 HCN Human Adult Orally 1mg/Kg 70 NaCN Human Adult Orally 120 mg 70 MATERIAL LIFE-FORM ADMINISTERED MDL LIT. mg/l (Water) NaCN Trout 124 Hours 0.05 74 NaCN Minnow 96 Hr. Soft Water 0.43 75 NaCN Minnow 96 Hr. Hard Water 0.66 75 NaCN Trout 20 Minutes 1.00 74 The table above gives some data from medical literature on the lethal dose of alkali cyanides for various living creatures. It should be noted how widely the sensitivities of these living creatures to cyanides differ and what small amounts in water have a toxic effect on fish and lower forms of life. For this reason, solutions containing cyanide must be detoxified especially carefully if they are passed into open waters. ( 16 ) . . 'V REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ON SITE Caustic Soda ( in a water tight drum with scoop) Wet / Dry Vacuum (must be rinsed 3 times after every use) ( Pour the rinse into the sink marked Cyanide. ) Monotox Meter Used for determination of hazardous to lethal levels of HCN (Hydrogen Cyanide) gas. ( Worn by person working in Electroplating room. ) pH Meter solution. Used for checking pH of ( Minimum pH 12 requirement ) Cyanide electroplating Goggles " Chemical Splash " Rubber gloves " Elbow length " Overboots Broom and Dustpan Apron or Rain Coat MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LOCATION 2 Liter Oxygen Tank & Resuscitators Amyl Nitrate MeØical supply Kit Emergency Shower Spares of gloves, and goggles should also be kept on site. I" REQUIRED SIGNS 1 x Cyanide Plating Solution 1 x Cyanide Rinse Tank 1 x Caustic Soda NaOH On Cyanide Plating Tank On Cyanide Rinse Tank On Caustic Soda Storage Drum 4 x No Smoking, Eating, or Drinking in This Room In and outside Plating Room 2 x Authorized Personnel Only 2 x Danger Cyanide in Use 1 x Chromic Acid Solution 1 x Chromic Acid Rinse 2 x Dange~ Acid in Use On Entrance Doors On Entrance Doors On Chromic Acid Tank On Chromic Acid Rinse Tank On Entrance Doors 17 ) . . STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES ( PART I ) CYANIDE TRANSPORT, .STORAGE, HANDLING, SPILLS, AND DRUM DISPOSAL TRANSPORT' . The 100 Ib or less of cyanide must be secured in an approved DOT transportation vessel and transported in a safe and orderly manor to the Valley Propeller facility. To insure employee safety proper lifting equipment and techniques'as prescribed by OSHA should be used in transporting the Cyanide into the Valley Propeller Electroplating Facility. ONLY THE PURCHASED. QUANTITY NEEDED FOR IMMEDIATE USE WILL BE STORAGE 'If storage is required, the drum will be stored outside the electroplating room, segregated from acids, weak alkalies and strong oxidizing materials such as nitrates. Observe all precautions under ( Safety Precautions Pg. 7 ). HANDLING All persons must complete the cyanide safety handling course prior to any contact with the product in either solid or liquid form. A signed certificate of completion of said course must be available at the main office upon request for review. Because there is a danger of cyanide contamination the following safety gear must be worn. 1. Rubber Gloves a. Check gloves for leaks by turning inside out, filling with water and look for wet areas. If a wet area is observed replace glove or gloves. 2. Rubber Apron 3. Full Face Shield 4. Rubber Overboots 5. Dust Proof Breathing Mask a. Filters must be replaced and mask cleaned after each use. ( The Dust mask is only required when handling solid' Cyanide or Caustic Soda. ) 6. Monotox Meter ( 18 ) . . If at any time while handling the cyanide your monotox meter alarm goes off or you feel" ill or dizzy you must immediately cease operations and remove yourself to a non contaminated area. If powder is observed on your clothing or skin then go to the' nearest emergency shower. Brush off any visible powder and fully immerse yourself under the emergency shower to remove contaminants. ( See Personal Safety, First Aid ànd Medical Treatment, Pages 6 - 9 ) I After all safety g~ar has been place the following procedure will electroplating cell with the cyanide. checked and is properly in be followed to load the pH CHECK 1. Check the Ph Meter. A. pH of the electroplating cell solution using the If pH > 12 proceed to If pH < 12 proceed to ( 2. ) ( BB ) BB. Add 30 lb of NaOH ( electroplating tank labeled obtain the pH 12 minimum. 0.5% sodium "CYANIDE" hydroxide ) to the It is imperative to 2. CYANIDE ADDITION A. Place the cyanide drum on the floor as close to the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE" as possible. (Make sure the floor is dry and clean. ) B. Unlatch and remove the top of the drum slowly. C. Carefully open the plastic bag inside the drum to allow access the cyanide. ( If there is a bag. ) D. Using a scoop carefully transfer all of the cyanide from the drum to the tank. Be careful not to splash any of the solution on yourself. E. When the drum is 90% empty carefully lift the drum and pour the remainder of the cyanide into the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE." F. Using the w~ter hose, spray the inside of the drum with clean water. (Spraying the sides down on the inside of the drum.) Carefully dump this contaminated water into the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE". (Repeat this rinse process three times. ) ( FOLLOW DRUM DISPOSAL PROCEDURE ON PAGE 20 ) ( 19 ) . . SPILLS SOLID SPILL In the event of a solid cyanide spill, using 'either your rubber gloves or a broom and dust pan pick up the spilled cyanide and place it into the electroplating tank marked "CYANIDE". Rinse off the gloves and dust pan in the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the cyanide solution waste product. LIQUID SPILLS In the event ofa large liquid cyanide solution spill, using a wet/dry vacuum, collect the solution and place it into the ,sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. Rinse all parts of the wet/dry vac three times with clean water and dispose of the contaminated liquid in the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. For a small spill, soak up the product with a clean rag and ring the rag into the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. Rinse the rag with clean water and clean the area of the spill a second time, again ringing the rag into the sink with drainage to the evaporator used for the "CYANIDE" solution waste product. Dispose of the rag after' the third rinse. DRUM DISPOSAL Sodium cyanide drums are non-refundable, as it is against DOT regulations to reuse the drum, except when approved for disposal of waste materials. Empty drums should be flushed three times with clean water. The contaminated rinse water will be poured into the sink leading to the liquid evaporator used for the electroplating cell labeled "CYANIDE". After cleaning, drum labels should be removed or obliterated to confirm cleaning, and the drum punctured in several locations or destroyed to prevent reuse. ( 20 ) . . STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES ( PART II ) ELECTROPLATING 1. Make'sure all safety gear has been checked for leaks and wear., Refer to Cyanide handling requirements ( page 12 ). 2. Turn on exhaust fan to electroplating room. 3. Check Monotox meter to make sure it is operational. 4. Check pH of the Cadmium plating solution. Adjust the pH if it is lower than a pH 12. This is done by placing the pH meter into the cyanide plating solution. Follow directions given with the pH meter to obtain the pH of the solution. 5. Verify that there are Cadmium balls in the electroplating solution. 6. Attach the piece being platted to the hanging wire. Make sure that the length of wire is long enough to completely submerge the part into the plating solution. 7. Open the lid to the electroplating tank labeled "CYANIDE". Place the anode rod in its mount. 8. Slowly lower the part being plated into the solution by the hanging wire. When the part is completely submerged, wrap the remaining wire around the anode rod. 9. Adjust the Rectifier to 4 Amps. 10. Set the timer for the required time to give the preferred plating. 11. When plating is completed, turn off the rectifier. 12. Remove the hanging wire from the Anode rod. 13. Allow the part to drip dry for at least 10 seconds over the electroplating tank. 14. Dip the part into the dilute solution tank and alloK to drip dry for 10 seconds. ( 21 ) . . STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES II (CONT.) 15. Holding the part by the hànging wire for "CYANIDE" evaporator, spray the part least 15 seconds or more, until you feel thoroughly rinsed. in the sink designated with fresh water for at that the part has been 16. Bring the part to the hood and using the air nozzle dry off the part. 17. Put the part on the appropriate storage area. 18. Close the lid to the electroplating solution tank. 19. Turn off the exhaust fan after locking the door to the electroplating room. 20. Remove your safety gear and store in the safety gear locker. ( <.22 ) - - - - -, . . NATURE, AGE AND CONDITION OF EQUIPMENT The process of electroplating requires specific equipment to contain the Acutely Hazardous Solution. At the Valley Propeller facility equipment are directly utilized to Acutely Hazardous Solution. the following pieces of continually contain the Exhaust Fan... ( 2500 CFM minimum) Nature: Remove air contaminants from the Plating room. Age: Not known Condition: Existing fan is to small and must be replaced. Cyanide Containment Tank:... ( 3/16 inch Stainless Steel,196 gal) Nature: Primary Containment for Cyanide Solution. Age: 6 years old. Condition: Good Fiberglass Tank:... ( 1/8 inch fiberglass) Nature: Secondary Containment in case of primary tank failure. Age: 6 years Old. Condition: Must be verified as not leaking. Primary Rinse Bucket:... ( Standard 5 Gal. Plastic Bucket) Nature: Clean water dip tank for primary rinse of parts. Age: Not Known Condition: Holds Water. Secondary Rinse Sink:... ( Standard Fiberglass Sink with Hood) Nature: Secondary spray rinse and blow dry area. Age: Not Known Condition: Does not leak PVC Plumbing From Sink To Evaporator:... ( 1.5 inchSch 40 ) Nature: Contain the diluted contaminated solution to the evaporator. Age: Not Known Condition: Does not leak Evaporator:... ( Standard Water Evaporator) Nature: Evaporate the diluted contaminated solution. Age: 6 Years Old Condition: Appears to work properly. ( 23 ) . . SCHEDULES FOR TESTING EQUIPMENT AA. The Stainless Steel tank will be tested every five years for ware and leaks. BB. The Fiberglass Tank will be tested for leaks once a year. CC. The Exhaust Fan, Secondary Rinse Sink, plumbing, Evaporator, and pH of the solution will be inspected on a monthly basis. Fiberglass Tank Test: A. SAFETY CHECK AND EQUIPMENT. ( REFER TO PAGE 18. ) WEAR ALL REQUIRED SAFETY B. Verify that there is no solution in the fiberglass tank. 1. If solution is present in the fiberglass tank. ( THE STAINLESS, STEEL TANK WILL HAVE TO BE EMPTIED AND CHECKED FOR LEAKS. ) A. Notify the Bakersfield Fire Department that you are going to empty your SS Cyanide holding tank to determine if leaks are present. Explain that the secondary fiberglass holding ~ank was found to contain solution arid you are verifying if it is a leak from the primary tank. B. Remove the Cadmium balls and holders from the tank, rinse in both the primary and secondary rinses. C. Obtain five EPA certified 55 gallon drums with lids and place them in the warehouse just outside the north door of the plating room. D. Place the five drums on a single sheet of plastic large enough to be pulled up to the upper lip all the way around the five drums. E. Bind the five drums together with the plastic so that any overspill from the five drums would be contained in the plastic. F. Obtain an electric solution pump and a clean rubber hose and transfer the solution from the SS Tank to the 55 gallon drums. ( Fill the drums through the 2 inch screw cap. ) G. Screw the 2 inch screw cap back onto the lid of the drum as soòn as each of the drums are filled. H. When the SS Tank is empty you will rinse the tank three times with fresh water and pump the solution into the last 55 gallon drum. ( 24 . . SCHEDULES FOR TESTING EQUIPMENT (CONT.) I. As the,SS Tank is being hoisted out, the sides of the tank' will need to be rinsed down with fresh water prior to completely removing the SS Tank from the Secondary Fiberglass tank. J. IF THE SS TANK HAS ANY HOLES, IT WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PLUG THE HOLES AND REUSE THE TANK. k. If no holes are found the tank should be checked for wear from corrosion. If minimum wear is observed, the tank may continue to be used. L. Suction off the liquid from the fiberglass tank and place in the last 55 gallon. M. Rinse the fiberglass three times and place the solution in the last 55 gallon drum. N. Remove the fiberglass tank and fill with fresh water to check for leaks. O. Once the tanks have been checked and fixed or replaced then reassemble the plating system. P. Pump the solution back into the Stainless Steel Tank from the four 55 gallon drums until the desired height is reached. Q. Rinse the 55 gallon drums with freshwater three times and store the rinse in the fifth drum. R. Rinse the hose and pump with fresh water three times depositing the rinse water into the fifth drum. S. WASTE CONTAINS T. evaporator or Seal the fifth drum and label as ACUTELY HAZARDOUS CYANIDE. Dispose öf the fifth drum by feeding through the place in storage and use as makeup solution. U. Place the rubber hose and the pump in one of the four remaining drums and seal. V. After sealing the four cleaned drums, label them "Cyanide Plating Waste Solution Drums" " DO NOT USE " ( 25 ) . . SCHEDULES FOR TESTING EQUIPMENT (CONT) W. Store the Drums in a safe place or have them' disposed of with the Acutely Hazardous Waste Drum. NOTE: ANY DRUM, HOSE, OR PUMP THAT HAS CONTAINED AN ACUTELY HAZARDOUS WASTE MAY NOT BE REUSED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE. 2. IF LIQUID IS NOT PRESENT IN THE FIBERGLASS TANK. A. Fill Tank with fresh water to a height six inches lower than the height of the solution in the SS Tank. B. Mark the level height on the outside of the stainless steel tank. C. Allow the solution to.remain in the tank for 24 hours. D. Verify that the solutïon has not lowered or risen from the level height mark. I. NO CHANGE IN HEIGHT Siphon out the water into the secondary rinse sink marked CYANIDE. Fill out the equipment test form and place in the main office under " RMPP Yearly Equipment Test " II. HEIGHT IS LOWER OR HIGHER Follow steps for Testing Equipment Page 18, Section I. A through W.. ( 26 ) -------------.------ . . MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK MONTH RESPONSIBLE PERSON ( Print Name ) EXHAUST FAN: RUNS SMOOTHLY YES NO PLUGGED BY DIRT YES NO EXPLANATION: SECONDARY RINSE SINK: ANY CRACKS OR LEAKS YES NO CLEAR OF DEBRIS YES NO EXPLANATION: PVC PLUMBING FROM SINK TO EVAPORATOR: LEAKS YES NO LOOKS WORN OR CRACKED YES NO EXPLANATION: SIGNATURE: DATE: PAGE 1 OF 3 ( 27 ) . . MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK EVAPORATOR: RUNS PROPERLY: EXPLANATION: YES NO pH OF CADMIUM PLATING SOLUTION: pH CAUSTIC SODA ADDED YES NO AMOUNT OF NaOH ADDED EXPLANATION: ARE CADMIUM BALLS PRESENT IN THE CADMIUM PLATING TANK: YES NO NO. OF CADMIUM BALLS ADDED: EXPLANATION: ARE ALL SIGNS READABLE AND IN PLACE: YES NO IS CAUSTIC SODA CONTAINER SEALED AND MARKED: YES NO EXPLAIN BELOW ANY HAZARDS NOT LISTED ABOVE: SIGNATURE: , DATE: Page 2 of 3 ( 28 ) . . MONTHLY EQUIPMENT CHECK MEDICAL EQUIPMENT: LOCATIONS OXYGEN BOTTLE "FULL" FIRST AID SUPPILIES AVAILABLE EXPIRATION DATES CHECKED YES YES YES NO NO NO EXPLANATION: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: PAGE 3 OF 3 ( 29 ) . . DESIGN, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE CONTROLS WHICH MINIMIZE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DESIGN: The design of the plating facility at Valley Propeller is acceptable and relatively safe as it is. The Design features that the RMPP requires will provide an additional safety and a standardized operating plan. Physical Site Changes: 1. Larger exhaust fan ( 2500 rpm ) 2. Caustic soda for pH control of Cyanide solution. 3. All pieces of equipment will be Boldly labeled for use with either the Cyanide or Acid solutions. 4. The equipment worn by the operator will include a monotox meter, pH tester, and rubber boots, rubber apron, rubber gloves, and full face shield. OPERATING CONTROLS: The operating controls are operating procedure included with operating controls include: formalized by,the standard this RMPP. 'Additional 1. First Aid Procedures. 2. Emergency Evacuation procedures. 3. The Emergency Spill Procedures. MAINTENANCE 'CONTROLS: Maintenance controls include: 1. pH monitoring. 2. Monthly leak check of the fiberglass tank. 3. Five year check of the Stainless Steel tank. ( 30 ) . . PERSONS /RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES: TRAINING: Person responsible. for any persons working in the plating associated with the Acutely Hazardous task and safety training of room or are in any way substance. Responsibilities include instructing in: 1. Cyanide ( Literature and Film A. Properties and Reactions B. Cyanide Transport C. Cyanide Storage D. Cyanide Handling E. pH Check and Adjustments F. Cyanide Addition G. Solid Cyanide Spill H. Liquid Cyanide Spill I. Cyanide Drum Disposal 2. Personal Safety A. Health Hazards B. Safety Precautions C. First Aid and Medical Treatment D. First Aid Supplies and Instructions E. Treatment of Cyanide Poisoning F. Emergency Evacuation 3. Task Training A. Standard Operating Procedure for Electroplating. B. Maintenance RESPONSIBLE PERSON: TITLE: NAME: ( PRINT SIGNATURE: , DATE ( 31 ) . PERSONS / RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES: ELECTROPLATING / MAINTENANCE Person/Persons responsible actual electroplating and maintenance. . for performing the Responsibilities include a thorough understanding and strict observance of: Standard Operating Procedures Cyanide handling Procedures First Aid Evacuation Procedures Monthly Equipment Check TITLE: NAME: ( PRINT SIGNATURE: , DATE TITLE: NAME: ( PRINT SIGNATURE: , DATE TITLE: NAME: ( PRINT SIGNATURE: , DATE ( 3-2- -,) . . EMERGENCY EVACUATION DUE TO ACUTELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE Because of the ,nonflammable nature and stability of the Cyanide plating solution the need for emergency evacuation an extreme situation. Similar to as follows: 1. Addition of Chromic Acid salt to the Cyanide plating solution. 2. The addition of Cyanide to the Chromic Acid Solution. 3. Large Cyanide Spill. ( Liquid or Solid) ( Reportable under California State Law ) 4. Large Chromic Acid Spill. ( Liquid or Solid ( Reportable under California State Law ) In the event that any immediate notification of the Department would be necessary. of the above situations occur incident to the Bakersfield Fire EMERGENCY EVACUATION WILL PROCEED AS FOLLOWS: 1. personnel meet at Building. The facilities manager on duty will to evacuate the building as quickly as the Fire Hydrant on the South West ( See facilities map on page 32. ) inform all possible and Corner of the 2. Take a head count to insure that everyone has left the building and are accounted for. 3. Notify the Bakersfield Fire Department of the situation at hand and the steps taken tQ prevent personal injury. 33 . . HAZARDOUS ANALYSIS EVALUATION (Summary) The Hazard Analysis requirements from Bakersfield Fire Department and our observations are listed below. These observations are incorporated into the Standard Operating Procedure. The hazards ,associated with equipment failure and acts of GOD will be addressed separately. PC - Potential Consequence 1. OBSERVABLE HUMAN ERROR A. Air transfer system is inadequate to vent toxic fumes. Replace vent fan with a 2500 cfm fan with exterior switch. (PC ) Build up of toxic gas that could incapacitate a person not aware of the environment. B. No splash/impact goggles were worn. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedures. ( PC ) Possible eye injury by caustic, acid or air hose. C. Rubber gloves were not checked for leaks. Required under RMPP Standard Oper~ting Procedures. ( PC ) Possible contamination which could lead to poising or chemical burns. D. Rubber footwear was not worn. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedures. (PC ) Chemical contamination could poison small child or pet at' home if shoes are contaminated. E. Standard Operating Procedure was not available for reference for new employees. SOP is now available. ,( 36 ) . . HAZARDOUS ANALYSIS SUMMARY ( CONT. ) F. Amyl Nitrate and Oxygen are not available on site. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedures. Administration covered Under first Aid. Location covered in the Cyanide handling class. ( PC ) A life threatening situation may occur if cyanide poisoning occurred. G. Cyanide neutralizing agents were not observed on site. Required under RMPP Standard Operating Procedure. Administration covered under First Aid by Professional. ( PC ) Death may occur if ingestion of a lethal dose of cyanide were not neutralized promptly. .2. POTENTIAL HUMAN ERROR A. Add Cyanide to acid tank. Covered under Cyanide handling film. ( PC ) Immediate build up of lethal HCN gas. B. Add Chromic acid to Cyanide tank. Covered under Cyanide handling film. ( PC ) Lowering of pH, HCN gas build up. Could be lethal. C. Allow Cadmium source to be depleted during electroplating process. HCN gas will not ,occur if pH >12 is maintained even if Cadmium source is depleted. (PC ) HCN gas will evolve is Cadmium source is depleted and pH ~12 not maintained. ( 37 ) . . HAZARDOUS ANALYSIS SUMMARY ( CONT. ) D. Not wear all of the required protective gear. ( PC ) Chemical burns / contamination ¡possible poisoning. E. Turn off rectifier before removing plated items. ( PC) Electrical burns or electrocution circumstances. under extreme F. Improper handling ( spill) of cyanide briquettes ( dry cyanide ) ( PC) Inhalation of cyanide dust, contaminate skin and or cl~thing. G. Liquid Cyanide spill. (PC ) Contaminated skin and clothing. If Acid crystals an the floor there would be HCN gas. H. Improper handling ( spill )of Chromic acid salt. ( PC ) Chemical burn, contaminated skin and or clothing. I. Liquid Chromic Acid spill. ( PC ) Possible skin and clothing contamination and or chemical burns. 3. HAZARDS DUE TO EQUIPMENT FAILURE A. Tank failures. (PC ) If both tanks (Cyanide and Chromic Acid) and secondary tanks failed the chemicals would mix and produce HCN gas. B. Evaporator failure. ( PC ) If the evaporator failed there would only be an accumulation of contaminated solution.' If evaporator holding tank failed then there would be a liquid spill into the cement containment area. 38 ) . . HAZARDOUS ANALYSIS SUMMARY ( CONT. C. Broken pipes. ( to the evaporators) ( PC ) Possible liquid spill of cyanide contaminated solution. D. Electrical failure. ( PC ) Should not effect the solution tanks. E. Grounding failure. (PC ) Should not effect the solution tanks except under extreme circumstances. 4. ACTS OF GOD A. Earthquak,es ( PC ) Could cause Solution spillage or tank failure if the roof were to collapse directly onto the tanks. B. Flood ( PC ) There should be no effect by a 100 year flood. 39 ) ~,~ . . CITY of BAKERSFIELD « WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT S. D JOHNSON FIRE CHIEF September 19, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD. 93301 326-3911 Timothy Davis P.O. Box 1132 Beatty, NV 89003 Mr. Davis: Having reviewed the hazard analysis which you submitted regarding the electroplating process at Valley Propeller Service, I have several questions regarding potential hazards which were not specifically addressed in the document dated 9-2-91. I have also included comments regarding the content of the Risk Management and Prevention Plan. Please address the questions as an addition to the hazard analysis and include them in the RMPP as required based on the potential consequences and risk of an occurrence. Hazard Analysis Questions: 1. Is the close proximity and location of the cyanide and chromic acid tanks a functional necessity? Does the location of these two tanks in close proximity wi thin the same room greatly increase the likelihood of mixing the cyanide and acid or the addition of the wrong chemical to a tank? 2. Would a fire in the facility cause a release of the cyanide solution? I 3. Are there any other chemicals in use or storage which are incompatible with the cyanide and may cause hazardous reactions if mixed with it? 4. Are either the plating or anodizing tanks heated? If so, what hazards would be caused by overheating? 5. What types of failures and releases could occur due to a major earthquake? Is a flood a credible event? What is the flood plain designation for this location? 6. What hazards may be associated with the disposal of waste solutions, sludge from the tank cleaning or rinse waters? r-: ~ ~F .' -. I' I I . . RMPP CONTENT: 1. You need to define the consequences to life, health and the environment related to the various types of failures which have been identified in the hazard analysis. This may be done as an individual analysis or as a section of or appendix to the RMPP. 2. Include a discussion of evacuation notification procedures, routes, and safe meeting areas. 3. Include a neat facility diagram which indicates the locations of the chemical process equipment, the chemical storage locations, the exits to the outside, the gas and electric shutoff points and the locations' of fire suppression equipment. The Valley Propeller haz mat business plan contains a basis for this diagram. By addressing the subjects identified in the hazard analysis, the topics required in the RMPP request dated 2-4-91 and the comments and questions outlined above, the Risk Management and Prevention Plan for Valley Propeller should include the areas of concern and meet the intent of the RMPP request. If I can be of any assistance, please call. Sincerely, (~c\ rt~cA rc__ ~'-O ~ Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Ralph Huey ,~-- ,~ r ~ ~ -----,- - ~- . . Ms. Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician' Bakersfield Fire Department 2101 H Street Bakersfield, California 93301 RtCEIVED SEP 9 1991 AnB'd. Rec~ Bß···~~·f7-91 September 2, 1991 Dear Ms. Brenner: .rh~I!~_you:Lo.r _the~quali!i.qªt_io_:q_as_RMPP ~pre.parer. Purpose: Hazard analysis of the procedures ând equipment used by Valley Propeller employees for electrQplating metallic objects. ( Observation is based on video of equipment and procedures; ) Scope: At the Valley Propeller facilities there is a room used for both electroplating and anodizing propeller parts. Because of the amount of cyanide used an RMPP is required. General Description: Electroplating is a simple electrical process used to coat metal with a harder surface ( in this case Cadmium ) which also has more luster. This process allows Cadmium metal from a complex cyanide solution (Cadmium-Cyanide molecules) to be plated on to a cathode (the object being plated) through the use of a DC Rectifier ( + -electrical source ). Anodizing is the, use of Chromic acid and an electrical source to plate chrome onto metal, parts. Analysis: The hazard, analysis for the electroplating and anodizing processes must be combined duè to the association of acid and cyanide baths in the same room. This analysis is site specific. The hazard analysis is broken down into three areas. a. Observable human error. b. Potential human error. c. Hazards associated with equipment failure. OBSERVABLE HUMAN ERROR 2. No splash/impact goggles are worn. 1. Air transfer system is inadequate to vent toxic fumes. 3.. Rubber gloves were not checked for leaks. 4.. Rubber footwear was not ~orn. --r~------,---=- - - --~-.------~~ . . . ;:;" " .~ ,~ r ~ . . Page 2. 5. Standard Operating Procedure is not available for reference for new employee. 6. Amyl Nitrate and Oxygen are not available on site. 7. Neutralizing agents were not observed on site. POTENTIAL-'~HUMAlr ERROR--' --- -',"---- ~..,- ~~ 1. Add Cyanide to acid tank. 2. Add Chromic acid to cyanide tank. 3. Allow Cadmium source to be depleted during electroplating process. (release of HCN gas ) 4. Not wear all of the required saÎety gear. 5. Not turn off rectifier before, removing plated items. 6. Improper handling ( spill) of cyanide briquettes ( dry cyanide ) ß. Liquid cyanide spil¡. 9. Improper handling ( spill ) of èhromic acid salt. 10. Liquid chromic acid spill. HAZARDS DUE TO EQUIPMENT FAILURE 1. Tank failures. 2. Evaporator failure. 3. Broken pipes. 4. Electrical failure. 5. Grounding failure. ¡ .;Y".J ~'" p ~ - -"- -~ . Page 3. . These are areas that will be addressed by the RMPP. The RMPP will also, include SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) for the, safe handling and operation of Electroplating equipment and chemicals. As per our original agreement we will submit a draft of the RMPP _.P¥ OC~9Þ~~ J ,1-9~U,-. -c---- ~~~.~ c_, .... --.,., -.' - - ~ If there is any additional information that you feel we have left out please contact us at your convenience. We shall begin on the draft of the RMPP based on the above mentioned hazard analysis. Sincerely, ~~~' Timothy Davis ¢: <t¡ . . ~e.L' 6 \\-r;).- O¡ \ Hazard Analysis Questions: 1. Is the close proximity and location of the cyanide and chromic acid tanks a functional necessity? does the location of these two tanks in close proximity within the same room greatly increase the likelihood of mixing the cyanide and acid or the addition of the wrong chemical to a tank? The close proximity of the cyanide and chromic acid tanks was decided by economics and not functional necessity. The location of the tanks in the same room does increase the likelihood of adding ,the wrong chemical to one of the tanks. This could prove to be deadly if it were to happen. The purpose of the RMPP is to i'nstruc·t personnel in the, proper handling of the chemicals and to be aware of the' circumstances of the SOP is not followed. 2. Would a fire in the facility cause a release of the cyanide solution? Because the tanks have double shells and are located in non flammable structures fire should not have an effect. If the solutions could be heated to boiling, toxic fumes would be released. 3. Are there any other chemicals in incompatible with the cyanide and may if mixèd with it? use or storage which are cause hazardous reactions The only known incompatible the Chromic Acid. No other the electroplating room. chemical known of at this time is chemicals are stored or handled in 4. ' Are either the plating or anodizing tanks heated? If, so, what hazards would be caused by overheating? Neither the plating or anodizing tanks are heated. question 2 answer. Refer to 5. What types of failures and releases major earthquake? Is a flood a credible flood plain designation for this location? could occur due to a event? What is the In the event of a major earthquake there would more than likely be spillage to the secondary tank. The flood plain designation is a Zone C or low possibility of flooding. ( 34 ,,~ ~ . . HAZARD ANÀLYSIS QUESTIONS (CONT.) 6. What hazards may be associated with the disposal of waste solutions, sludge from the tank cleaning or rinse waters? All waste solutions are directed tö the evaporators. The final product from the evaporators are solid wastes. These wastes will be added back into the respective plating tanks. ( 35 ) ,¡:I~ ~ ~ .J~ , :r .~ . . . ¡:}TC:V ::>¡~I\!liTÍ\jr~ .... ,.... ~JI., ! ,j 11'11', ,.. J"!V VALl_EY PROPELLOR.SERV¡ i j\i ,:;;; (\1\1 " \ "'I'..\"\..IIQ i FAC·ILITY RISK INDEX 3 ~ ~] ~~ 3 = INSPECTION HISTORY , ;~3 '"' POPULATION EXPOSED \i " 0'f' .' \ .~_ o·r'" i 0\ C.:: t Y..i " __, ~t. ø "^,\ìQ("¡""~ 8"cJw"'r ,"'~ \ø; Tn\!' 1....".. 'j' X 1 ~~ 4 )~ J rv1Cf1 TOTAL ,,~ t;JIf.S ------------- ----------- - --------------------------- it"· ,~ . - t IlITY RISf< IND~X F~¡{~TING ,. W = Activitie5 or condition~ th~t ~ncre~~c the 1.ii(elihocd oT a reieð5e~ 5 >{ r:.:; ~.-.1 ~ \..; ~.' c: ..... .',,-, (NO. OF YES 'ANSWER~ 0N 'rHE QUESTIONNAIRE 1-13, Add 1 ye5 to each fecility fcr~ storage ðfld f~iniMal ~< ~.. Thi5 factor refl~ct5 a CQ~~pany 5 claiM (~ðfety) ". ; "' .~ ..... .-", j I ~'.. ,.J '. '."! )' " (L,jOP~;:.E:R C~O!¥1P Fr1Ç;:rOR, ¡V!f~Y,IÎ"1Ur-"1 E/FE::CTED IS 'j" 5) Y Self reported ðcciderlt ! 5ôfety recorda ø (REASONABlE=Ø~ INAOEQUATE=0.251 6ROSSL,Y INAOEÖUATE=Ø~5) ... A di5cretiQnôf~Y cotegory u5ed to accoIJnt for factors not directly addre5ôed in tt1e questionr¡aire. ø (OTHER COMPLICA·TING FACTORS MINIMAL=0 CONSIDERABLE=0.5¡ SUBSTANTIAL=1 ~Ø) Ff\CIL.ITY P.I~3V INOE}~ -;"i; ¡:: ,._, . ~~ F-~f; T I NeJ ;-': =-.: !¡~¡ + X \' + Z RATING RATIONALE: Ri5k increô5e5 with ir1crea5irlQ proce55 cOMplexity ond potential fer hU.I~an et-'r·Gr~. ¡,..'Ii- . - ('- POPULATION EX,POSED.- R(,TI!\lG r¡ 1" IS TOXIC MATERIAL APT TO BECOME AIR80RN RAPIDLY ~ ,j ':0. .1_ " \..... ~ /.:':. ('::;£1(: i; '..,I I....':, FINE DUST" HIGHlY ~/OL~ATILE' LIQUID NO~~ 1 YE:3= ~2 - '- IF ANSWER TO ~1 ib NO, PRQCEEO TO #6 IF ANSWER TO #1 r: YES~ ESTIMATE THE EVACUATION RAOIUS3 USING TUC: : ¡!..... BAKERSFIELD FIRE DEPT. GRAPH MODE:L~ AND ANsWER QUES-rIONS 2--5. 2_ IS THERE A SCHOOL WITH IN THE EVACUA1-IQN PADlLJS j\to~ø õ' YES~~ 'I ¡'/¡ 'l..f T .~.:~ ....1" .J. "i THERE A NURSING ,HOME n I:;' ~"J f'j .~: tj T ~f" !.~\ ¡ \..11'. ¡ It....,',..!! ..\. ¡ 1;1.- i,¡ T '''¡"'W "j" r~¡ vv,... ¡ ; I ..!,. ¡ ,¡ THE EVACUATION RADI ? NO~:Ø :: \/çc c:,,: i ¡ ;~-...,' , fA '(.1 4~ IS THERE RESIDENTIAL HOlJSING WIT~iIN THF ËVACUATION RADIUS? NO=0, YES=1 r·, '{oJ- :. IS Tt~E POPUL.ATIC~N PENSI'TV OF rHI~·:~ I~ i.," j..~ /..::, i 11 '. ;~~ I ( HIGHEP Ti~¡i1J\¡ l"Ur.:" i ' ¡! ; \~, ¡ I ¡ ;~n DUE T'O ALGr OF MULTISTORY BUILDINGS ? J\I("):=.../7: vc-r.::::='j ¡"..,.... '>of:¡. ; 1........J I ø 6. WHA1" IS THE OCCUfJANCY OF 'THE BUILDING 'Tt~A1' AHM IS STORE() OR HANDLED IN 7' L.ESS -rHAN 5 PEOPLE=l '; .,- t: _ '")i.:: (':'tcn~j¡ C .::::.:,' t.' ~~ '.'; \ I.._.....I! '- ~~ i... 26 - 50 PEOPLE =~ MORE THAN 50 PEOPLE =4 TOTAL. POPULATION ExpbsEO RAlnING 4- DATr~IC D~Tl'n~!AI c~ ¡',I r I j"I'!'_f 1\1' ¡ ~ \"il'!1 !.....~," lea5es that er~ liMited to on5ite con5equences ~Iill liMit tt"¡e exposed Dcpulation~ As the rluMber of perôon5 or\sl·te increEse52 evacuatiofl and and r't.:~ ,ç.:, .r- ,,:' .,", ,1'". t. ~.~ ._,...... '.....1 I '_.II .....J beCOMe More tOMplicôted, ðfld -the þotentiôl .ç: ......., ;.'~. J \../\ tnjur·..·Y' ,i rjc¡'-~eEt~e:3 . i' "" ~~ i.' -¡'¿( 1í"', ", ..~ . . ¡'. ., o. Briefly describe the equioment being used In the processes in vol v ing AtiÌ'ls. {(j /) 14.( V II^- P k;.)-; '1- .J r J IC"'^- , ({ Gc- rl F (G rz tJ- µ 11 5 n I µ t-Hf TCLNk Œ- ,?-"-l.J F51!... IJo.-T''?- ¡!,æ/f! 6. 16 Report quantity of AHM(s), referenced in the cover letter-,-tha-t-thi-s' bus"in-e'ss- hand-les; ------- -, --- ¥~~ ~ {'c~~{"\cl.. -fu cu' 4-h("~ '0 \'^-n \<:.:-:::' ù("\~ (" "0- a) Maximum amount on hand at anyone time. () ~oz? '. b) Please attach a Material Safety Data Sheet, ~.dLÇ for any material that is a mixture. Do not include MSDS for pure substances. '}f~ DEMOGRAPHIC DATA: State the straight line distance in feet between the business property line and each of the following, 1. Nearest school. 2. Nearest daycare,center, hospital, nursing home or similar facility. 3 . Nearest residence/motel etc. 4. Nearest occupied building. h jltrLê .2 /I!¡µ ;"-L/ , I~ vt(( Lt . fÆr Address: V tJ- ¿,¿ Gy .p I~ jJ G t.,¿f~ 30-0 ûJ 0- ITS J)fZ- . ca C¡s ~o-7 S 6' /t(/( CG Business Name: 8 (Â l< - I certify that the foregoing information correct to th,e best ~f my ¿Zdge. Signatu~e:.Aµ¡(~ Ti tIe: ¡..p.pv is true and Date: /2 -,2.('-7ø -3- ------ ~i I l b,~ 1 sa!:<\ ~«I- 0(, I,·~.J.Ó 010 (o(Y'lposi -tiC>") I ~ +h~ \:~vd ------ "j"'::::... j'C ¡~ f':;,,.. ;~:L ,.~,~ '._./. t . ,. I( .. FACILITY INFORMATION FOR~ .. Please answer each of the follo~~ing questions by circling Y (yes) or N (no). -18- -any--reaction - in---qtlest-io-n- 1 -or - 2 a moder-a tely- or highly exothermic reaction ( e.g. alkylation esterfication, oxidation, nitration, polymerization~ or condensation) or one involving electrolysis? ~ N 1. Is any acutely hazardous material (AHM) manufactured or used in a chemical reaction ? 2. Is any other flammable gas, flammable liquid or explosive material manufactured or used in a chemical reaction ? --'-- --- - 3;- 4. @.N¿ , , y;Q -- -- --.---- Can any unplanned release of a AHM to the atmosphere result from the malfunction of any scrubbing, treatment or neutralization system or the discharge of a pressure relief system ? . Y ~ Does any physical or chemical process in which an ~ ARM is produced or used involve a batch process ?~ N 5 . 6. Does any·physical or chemical process involve the production or use of any AHM at a pressure in excess of 15 psig ? 7. In excess of 275 psig ? 8. Does any physical or chemical process involve the production or use of an AHM at a temperature above 125 degrees F ? 9. - -In excess of 250 degrees ? 10. Can any explosive dust be present in any closed container within 100 feet of an AHM or otherwise be present in the same building as an AHM ? 11. Is there any ~gnition source or open flame within 100 ft. of any process, storage or transfer area where a flammable or explosive AHM is present , except where there is a firewall pro~iding protection ? 12. Is any lined or non-metallic pipe used in the transfer of apy AHM ? 13. Is any equipment or piping handling any ARM more 10 years old ? y /({j y / f) Y 1(0 Y I@ y I(!) y /(0 {J/N YlV ,) ., ".} . ~\ ..~~.t:~ ~ ;, -'or . . ,. PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFOR~ATIO\ ( Attach additional pages if necessary) 1. Your çompany's current workers compensation experience modification factor. )JrJ g 2 . How many people occupy the building in which AHM's are used or stored? 3. Give details of all accidents which involved any -ha-z'a-rdous -mate-ria-l-and-all-ot-her-instances- when the fi-re -- --- --- department has been summoned in an emergency. /V0f!~ ~ 4. Briefly described the operations process at your plant and the specific processes utilizing AHM's, including storage proceedures. 017 j)ØlIU ¡otP w-..?. ú/t (7 AfIL ÇoPfUIt( CYtJ.pr oe ~ vUE, ËlJ 0-0 }--;J) '1 tI__ ·pTY QJ (-/1 {...H 0-- Þnd ú,.lT (0 fIJ'f. (1..{¿t ¡;~-r( 7 Po-I../r{_ _ S 7ó ¡:¿~- P V ALliCi.-S(Ç I V- l.f --r {-( ~ I ¡¿O /5/l.. ßø-7""H · -2- · . CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT D, S NEEDHAM FIRE CHIEF July 16, 1991 2í01 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 Mr. Cliff Johnson Valley. Propeller Service '300 Watts Drive Bakersfield, CA 93307 Mr. Johnson: As of July 1, 1991, the City of Bakersfield has instituted a fee of $45.00 per hour for the review of Risk Management and Prevention Programs. Time spent conducting site inspections, reviewing hazard, risk and consequence analyses and meeting with company officials or consultants will also be billed at this rate. Upon completion of your Risk Management and Prevention Program, you will be billed for the time that Bakersfield Fire Department personnel have spent reviewing the project. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please call me at 326-3979. Sincerely, ~~~~ ~~~ Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Ralph Huey ~- ~ ~ITr,of BAKERSFIE. "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT D, S, NEEDHAM FIRE CHIEF July 3, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 Tim Davis Britt Johnson P.o. Box 1132 Beatty, NV 89003 " Dear Sirs: I have reviewed the statement of qualifications which you submitted regarding preparation of the Valley Propeller Service Risk Management and Prevention Program (RMPP). You have been approved as the qualified preparers for this project. I have included a copy of the Acutely Hazardous Materials Registration form which Mr. Johnson of Valley Propeller filed regarding the sodium cyanide. It was this declaration of quantity which caused Valley Propeller to be evaluated for the necessity to complete an RMPP. Bakersfield Fire has determined that the lack of specific safety and operational procedures at this facility presents a potential risk to facility employees whièh warrants the preparation and implementation of a limited RMPP. We require the RMPP to be based on an 'evaluation of the hazards posed by this operation. The hazard evaluation should consider possible human errors or external events which could cause a release of the sodium cyanide or the evolution of hydrogen cyanide. Be~ause the process at Valley Propeller is a simple one, I understand that the hazard analysis may be brief. Howeverì it is necessary to document the hazard evaluation in writing. As we discussed over the phone, it is appropriate for the RMPP to focus on standardized operational procedures, safety training and minimization of risk by controlling the quantity of sodium cyanide on the premises. The proposed date of 10-1-91 is acceptable for submittal of the hazard evaluation and draft RMPP. It is advisable, however, to submit the hazard evaluation as soon as it is complete so that we can clear up any questions prior to beginning of work on the RMPP. , , ,.,---- ~ . . Please call me anytime that I can provide assistance regarding preparation of the Valley Propeller Risk Management and Preventi9n Program. . Sincerely, ~~~l-fQ. ~ ( Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Ralph Huey Cliff Johnson -'-'--"' ~.......,.., ... J ~ '\ ACUTELY HAZARDOUS .\¡IÀT2:=1I-ALS FiEGiSTñATiCN FCRM TIllS FORM MUST BE~:MPLETED BY THE OWNER OR 0& TOR OF E<\CB: BUSINESS IN CALIFORNIA WHICH"ANY TIME HANDLES ANY ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MA TE..'liAL IN QUAN11111iS GREATER THAN 500 POUNDS, 55 GALLONS OR 200 CUBIC FEET OF GAS AT STP.1 THIS FORM: SHALL BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED TO YOUR LOCAL ADMINISTERING AGENCY. (§25533 & 25536 Health & Safety Code) Business Name 300 Watts Dr. Ba~Øi~ CÄ.93307 Business Site Address Business Mailing Address (if different) Busi~ess Phonr~Oj) ~.3 <... - 60J3 Business Plan Submission Date2 ,~' ' , '-~ - ,.,.,- ~ . ~i....~~· :".:~ ~.:',~.: .."::: ~ .,'.:. ..::::-~; :~:~:"~;J..~::~..~ :<:/~::~;¡'. ~~::-.~. :':':", " ···~-~::·~c~::.·~~~:~ ~ '~'" __, :';;tf'~~'":l_"'~:" :" .... Proœss Designatfon3 - .::' -.'. , . ~::. ",' ." - _." _ . ',.": ·t· '.~,.'.' -,'. ~:".'" ,';"~'''-' ........ ~;~ ~ _ -;. ';..::f~.;~'"4 rf;t:":oIo.f :~,.:~J;~~;~l:!.\:; :,~-:;:' Ú:....i-j~~"{;iy:,;i _. .. ÀCUTEL Y HAZARDOUS MATEfHALS HANDLED4 . .~:.::::,. -USE ADDITIONAL PAGES IF NECESSARY- ' ~,~.~.;:~,.' :~:;~;~: .~~f·:~'·' ..~ 'r.. ~:~~;_;.:': ~~". --.:: :',: ,.:;'f~~:~:~i;;5t~~~~~~~T.J:!;:~f~~!~!~ C Va,.(,// ¡J r-- ' /00 US: /þ ~ 90L (µ"n / - v . " .~". "CHEMICAL NAME SO D ( u ~ , . , . . .' . I GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF PROCESSES AND PRINCIPAL EQUIPMEN-r5: IT!'; c{ /~ï7 f1"5L JoLu/(c> tV , ¡7 ':</, {f f J~ 7"/~( c/< : 77:L {¡</ t- t;=-ç( ç 'TGe? , ~ Lv r Ì" H 0. J..;:,;/J I" Tf-I'r C }-< ,Ft6,ç¡( Ç-Ú'J...( f Co¡VTtL"p r? -rlf~ fTæ¡pt...&Sf 7'ZN"/¿'. r: 0 If/(J..(µ GO ",¡-µ a Ta ,.v /-<. T~..u /~ SIGNATURE ~~ PRINTED NAME r L I n;cp - L TITLE ,JoH)./r~ ~ DATE t(_ y -ff California Office of Emergency Services FORM HM 3m (1-15-88) I . . CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" ~ - FIRE DEPARTMENT D. S. NEEDHAM FIRE CHIEF May 29, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD, 93301 326-3911 Mr. Britt T. JohnSon P.O. Box 1132 Beatty, NV 89003 Dear Mr. Johnson, Enclosed are the materials which you requested regarding the preparation of a Risk Management and Prevention Plan (RMPP) for Valley Propeller Service in Bakersfield. Please do not invest a great deal of time into this project until I have had a chance to review and approve your qualifications as a RMPP preparer. As we discussed, I a~ expecting your resume shortly. Upon our acceptance of your qualifications as a RMPP preparer, please submit a schedule for completion of the valley Propeller RMPP. The schedule should include submittal dates for a summary of the hazard evaluation and a draft of the RMPP. The document is due in final form on December 7, 1991. If you have any questions regarding acceptable methods for hazard identification, please give me a call at (805) 326-3979. Checklist or "What If" formats are often used for small process facilities. I appreciate your efforts toward assisting valley Propeller with this project. . 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';3.11 of t.hEi n:~quir"',·?ci €~lE'mE'r"lb:; ·::.:;t.i~\tE~(j .in 'y'OlH- let.t.E.~r t.o V¿:d.1E~y ¡:::'r'op¡:~,nE?r' EjE'I·-V:1.Cfi:' cia tE·d FE~t::,r"u;:H-Y I.j., :1.991. I·f tî"'¡i::~ ,-E~ .1.',; plE~a·::.E·! +f:el ·fl·-'Ë~€~ t.C] any i:.<.dc:l.it..iC:inè;"¡:I. cDntact. U~:::.. :in '{:o '-mi::\ t:.ion c)r- v·£~J'-.i+iC:¿7\t.i.clr" ~~~' T" .:Ün I}a \/ i-::. 1i:'. ~ - . '.~ -.;" . . CITY of BAKERSFIELD "WE CARE" FIRE DEPARTMENT D. S. NEEDHAM FIRE CHIEF February 4, 1991 2101 H STREET BAKERSFIELD. 93301 326·3911 Mr. Cliff Johnson Valley Propellor Service .;7 300 Watts Drive '" Bakersfield, CA 93301 Mr. Jo}:1nson: Your business Valley Propellor " has been identified as a handler of sodium cyanide an acutely hazardous material. The inspection of your facility on 1-9-91 verified that the Valley Propellor plating shop is well ordered, the equipment appears to be maintained, separate secondary containment has been provided for the cyanide and acid solutions arid some employee training has been conducted and documented. While significant likelihood of an accident involving sodium cyanide has not been established; the consequences of an accident could be very serious. Therefore, pursuant to section 25534 of the California Health and Safety Code, you will be required to submit a limited Risk Management and Prevention Program (RMPP) for the use and handling of sodium cyanide plating solution. .) The RMPP shall be based upon a hazard evaluation which identifies the hazards associated with handling the acutely hazardous material due to operating error, equipmen.t failure and external events. The RMPP shall include the following elements: A REPORT SPECIFYING THE NATURE, AGE AND CONDITION OF THE EQUIPMENT USED TO HANDLE ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AT .THE FACILITY. INCLUDE SCHEDULES FOR TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT. DESIGN, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE CONTROLS WHICH MINIMIZE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. ADDITIONAL STEPS TO BE TAKEN BY THE BUSINESS r:~ ORDER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ACUTE:LY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. THESE ACTIONS MAY INCLUD:¡¡:, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: EQUIPMENT MODIFICATIONS, REPAIRS OR ADDITIONS. CHANGES IN THE OPERATIONS, PROCEDURES, MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES OR FACILITY DESIGN. CHEMICAL AND EQUIPMENT LABELING. ::;~ -~. .'.~- "", .' . .;¡- i'. . I '..' ,0 THE RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM SHALL IDENTIFY, BY TITLE, ALL PERSONNEL AT THE BUSINESS WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR aARRYING OUT THE SPECIFIC ELEMENTS OF THE RMPP AND A DESCRIPTION OF THEIR RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBlLITIES. THE RMPP SHALL INCLUDE A DETAILED TRAINING PROGRAM TO INSURE THATHTHOSE PERSONS ARE -ABbE TO IMPLEMENT THE RMPP. .; THE ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS HANDLER SHALL REVIEW THE RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM AND SHALL MAKE NECESSARY REVISIONS TO THE RMPP AT LEAST EVERY THREE YEARS. REVISIONS SHALL BE MADE WITHIN 60 DAYS FOLLOWING A MODIFICATION WHICH WOULD MATERIALLY AFFECT THE HANDLING OF AN ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL. The CA Health and Safety Code provides businesses 12 months"from the date of request, to complete and implement a RMPP. The Risk Management and Prevention Program, and any revisions to it, shall be certified as complete by a qualified person and the facility operator. It usually takes a business several months to locate a qualified company or individual to prepare the RMPP. It then takes several more months to complete the plan and the review by this Administering Agency. The attached questionnaire regarding the qualifications of the RMPP preparer should be submitted to this Agency by May 6, 1991. Upon approval of the RMPP preparer, we will agree to a schedule for the completion of the hazard evaluation and RMPP. The finished RMPP will be due on FEBRUARY 6, 1992. All submittals regarding this RMPP shall be made to: The Bakersfield Fire Department 2130 G Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 If I can be of any assistance please feel free to call. I can be reached at 326-3979.' Sincerely, r2 So~J'C-~~~ Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc. Mr. Ralph Huey Hazardous Matérials Coordinator -v------- . . December 7, 1990 Dear Mr. Johnson: The following questionnaire is a supplement to the Acutely Hazardous Materials Registration Form previously submitted by your business as required under Section 25534 of the California Health & Safety Code. This registration indicates that Valley Propellor Service handles sodium cyanide, an acutely hazardous material ( AHM ), in an amount greater than the planning quantity for this chemical. Additional information is necessary in order to complete the risk management planning functions of this agency. This questionnaire should be completed by an officer of the company or other person having substantial management control over all operations at the facility. If there is any doubt as to whether or not the answer to a question is yes or no, the answer "yes" shall be given. With in two weeks of receipt, complete and return the questionnaire to: The Bakersfield Fire Department Hazardous Materials Division 2130 G Street Bakersfield, CA 93301' If you need additional information, please call 326-3979. Sincerely, Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician 0; "'" . . MARCH 8, 1988 VALLEY PROPELLOR SERVICE 300 WATTS DR BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307 DEAR SIR: THE ENCLOSED "ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGISTRATION FORM" MUST BE COMPLETED BY ANY BUSINESS, HANDLING ABOVE THE MINIMUM REPORTING QUANTITY ANY MATERIAL ON THE EPA LIST OF EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES. (FED. REGISTER VOL. 52, NO. 77, P. 13397). YOUR COMPANY HAS REPORTED HANDLING THE FOLLOWING ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: SODIUM CYANIDE SOLUTION WHICH CONTAINS SODIUM CYANIDE PLEASE RETURN THE COMPLETED ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGISTRATION FORM TO: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DIVISION 2130 G STREET BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301 J / IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS FORM PLEASE CALL RALPH HUEY AT 326-3979. SINCERELY YOURS, RALPH E HUEY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS COORDINATOR REH:em ENCLOSURE ·..._-~ I J à ~ ACUTELY HAAiDOUS MATERIALS REG.'RATION FORM THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY TIm OWNER OR OPERATOR OF EACH BUSINESS IN CALIFORNIA wmCH AT ANY TIME HANDLES ANY ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IN QUANTII1ES GREATER THAN 500 POUNDS, 55 GALLONS OR 200 CUBIC FEET OF GAS AT STP.1 THIS FORM SHALL BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED TO YOUR LOCAL ADMINISTERING AGENCY. (§25533 & 25536 Health & Safety Code) Business Name 300 Watts Dr. ...vsfiil¡ tA 93307 Business Site Address Business Mailing Address (if different) Business Phon('~Dj) ~.3 <- - 60.33 ' Business Plan Submission Date2 " .Process Designation3--- ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS HANDLED4 -USE ADDITIONAL PAGES IF NECESSARY- CHEMICAL NAME SO 0 ( U ~ C Vc¿Á/¡ ¡J é r QUANTITY /0() US: 11/ oZ.oo 9øL ()J'" 7ë ~ v GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF PROCESSES AND PRINCIPAL EQUIPMEN,-5: IT!'; ti /úTí J.l'3- JoL~ r-(c) IV - t':o Ar'ì(l..(,I..J s/J Y'/V a . ¡y ~¡;6 (I 7"1..IlC/< S' rCZ(µt...RÇ( S 7'fçG-{, Tà#/.z lIt/ ( ì H 0- J:j1 {I Tr-( r C)< ¡::-I ð rrlZ C:-ÚLf S T~Þ /-< {JO¡V!?Lr¡C/ (?- IlifF gTæl.A/t-&sf ~/V/<. SIGNATURE ~~ PRINTED NAME . rL I ¡C' pL. mlE ,)ot-/prcn-1 ~' DATE L(_ Y - d California Office of Emergency Services FORM HM 3777 (1-15-88) '. '/ '. -:r- ... > ~ INSTRUCTIONS: Superscripts: 1. Quantities for RMPP compliance are "equal to or greater than" the minimum criteria and apply to chemicals handled "at anyone time". 2. Businesses handling reportable quanti.~lmtIJ~ÐtÍs Ma~s that have not submitted a business plan MUST contact local Administering Agenci..~ ~\YJas plan submission date will assure the Administering Agency that a business plan has been ~gw¿~~'éreütflaSms will also immediately identify businesses that have not submitted business plans. 3. "Process Designation" is provided as a reporting option (with the approval of the Administering Agency) for facilities that can most easily report by process. Thus, facility RMPP registration data could be submitted in a similar fonnat to a business plan that is divided by process. "By process" data can initiate an emergency response to a process incident rather than a general emergency response to a major facility. Process designation can simplify inspections for major facilities and improve future emergency response. ........0..-__ ___._ .-___-=-=...-=._ . _______ _ _ ---- -----...,..--- - - ---~ . - - .--- ~---~-....-:¡..~~-~ 4. Refer to the EPA list of Extremely Hazardous Substances from the Federal Register (Volume 52, No. 77, p. 13397 ~, April 22, 1987). Each chemical has a threshold planning quantity. This list may be changed by EPA on an annual basis. Updates of this list may be available early in 1988. To comply with this element, you may attach a copy of the inventory submitted to your Administering Agency from your business plan and highlight all Acutely Hazardous Materials. It is recommended that facilities list all extremely hazardous chemicals handled in quantities equal to or in excess of 1) 500 pounds, and 2) any EPA threshold planning quantity less than 500 pounds. 5. Do not include Trade Secret infonnation in these descriptions. General: For emergency response pmposes, it would be desirable to describe the following to the Administering Agency: 1. Batch Process: a. What raw materials? b. What operating pressure range? c. What operating temperature range? d. Batch capacity rating? e. Product characteristics? (e.g., chemical state, flammability, toxicity, etc.) f. Critical process points and characteristics? 2. Continuous process: (similar infonnation as above.) -'NOTE: - .....-:-- -"-.~~ - . -- - - -- -- - - ...,~- .. "Pursuant to §25534, the Administering Agency may require the submission of a Risk Management Prevention Program (RMPP), if the Administering Agency determines that the handler's opecation may present an acutely hazardous materials accident risk. The handler shall prepare the RMPP in accordance with subdivision (c) [of §25534]. The RMPP shall be prepared within 12 months following the request made by the Administering Agency pursuant to this section." (§ 25534 (a) Health and Safety Code) An amendment to the RMPP must be submitted to the Administering Agency within 30 days of: 1. Any additional handling of acutely hazardous materials. 2. Any material or substantial alterations to business activities. . 3. Change of address. business ownership, or business name. (§ 25533 (c) Health & Safety Code) . EVERY BUSINESS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT AN RMPP SHALL IMPLEMENT THE APPROVED RMPP . California Office of Emergency Services FORM HM 3777 (1-15-88)