Operational Aspects

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Overview

Emergency Preparedness

emergency devices meet code requirements

emergency devices meet code requirements

emergency devices meet code requirements; emergency equipment is integrated wherever possible, and backup systems are installed to mitigate failures

Environmental Awareness

a person on the project team is assigned the responsibility for integrating BMP principles into design

a person on the project team is assigned the responsibility for integrating BMP principles into design

The entire project team is familiar with BMP principles; the project team includes a BMP lead advisor

Training

BMP principles are circulated to the project team as design criteria

BMP principles are circulated to the project team as design criteria; BMP principles are discussed during design meetings

BMP principles are circulated to the project team as design criteria; the design team can thoughtfully discuss BMP principles as the basis for design

Communication

environmental issues are not systematically addressed during design

environmental issues are considered; no consultation and guidance by qualified personnel

qualified environmental/experienced professionals are integral to the design process

Management

Floor Construction

solid floor; drain to sanitary sewer

solid floor; drain to sanitary sewer

solid floor; drain to sanitary sewer; floors sloped and grooved to drain properly and prevent ponding

Building Controls

temperature control; passive ventilation

temperature and ventilation control

digital controls for environmental systems

Disposal Systems (all waste systems:   trash, compost, universal waste)

no specific waste disposal area provided

waste disposal area provided for storage of empty containers and unwanted chemicals

waste disposal area provided for storage of empty containers and unwanted chemicals

Secondary Containment Systems – Chemical Storage

portable systems provided where needed; no fixtures

portable systems provided where needed; some fixtures

portable systems provided where needed; some permanent secondary containment built-in, e.g., for fertilizer injection systems; secondary containment decisions are based on fertilizer storage, pesticide storage, and mixing/loading activities; frost heaving, tank seats and tank anchors are considered in designing secondary containment systems

Support Facilities

Laundry Facilities

no special provisions are made for cleaning PPE or contaminated clothing

no special provisions made for cleaning PPE or contaminated clothing; workers generally wear disposable PPE when mixing, handling or applying pesticides

workers generally wear disposable PPE when mixing, handling or applying pesticides; washing machine and dryer are provided

Restroom & Shower Facilities

building code requirements met

building code requirements met; at least one shower available to workers

building code requirements met; shower facilities with adequate locker space are provided for each sex

Safety

Worker Safety Area

no special area for worker safety provided; at least half of the following are provided, but not in an organized way:  eyewash, deluge shower, first aid kit, spill response kit, fire extinguishers, telephones or other 2-way communication system for emergency notification, emergency phone numbers, material safety data sheets

all of the following are provided, but not in an organized way: eyewash, deluge shower, first aid kit, spill response kit, fire extinguishers, telephones, emergency phone numbers, material safety data sheets

all of the following are provided in an organized way or in a common location, and all staff are trained in the proper location and use: eyewash, deluge shower, first aid kit, spill response kit, fire extinguishers, telephones, emergency phone numbers, material safety data sheets