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13.1 Do all electrical breaker panel

boxes, junction boxes, outlets, and switches have proper covers and are they undamaged?

No

Action VIEW

ACTION DETAILS

Program Deficiency

Breaker box that feeds main power to the Montanan house and power to well for outlying areas, not properly secured. If the last screw holding the conduit and box in place fails, could cause fire

Consequence (Severity) I

Likelihood (probability) A

1 - Critical:

Represents an immediate danger to life, health, property, or infrastructure and requires emergency correction or control of the hazard to a lower level of risk.

Initial Abatement Timeframe: As soon as possible within that work shift.

1 - Critical Yes

Recommendation Assign contractor to secure conduit and box appropriately. If temporary fix is used, notify assigned Safety Manager to when permanent fix will take place.

https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F05pi24cuq4b9y922%2F2E8BDE1D-EF73-4710-B463-3978CAE8BBA6.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/forms/responses/view/19023321

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Remediation Photo 1. Conduit clamps added Remediation Photo 2. Conduit Clamps added

Remediation Photo 3. Box secured to power pole Remediation Photo 4. Box secured to power pole

Corrective Actions

FOLLOW-UPS

Resolved by Nathan Barrett on 3/18/22, Due 3/18/22

Notify Brad Eadelman as soon as any fix (permanent or temporary) has been completed. - by Brad

Eadelman on 3/18/22

Contacted BANWR maintenance personnel. Determined that a contractor was needed. Primary contractor was contacted. First availability for primary contractor is Tuesday March 22nd. Secondary contractor available today, Friday March 18th. Remediation is tentatively scheduled for today, permanent fix scheduled for consultation Tuesday March 22. Photos requested. - by Nathan Barrett on 3/18/22

13.2 Are electrical breaker panel box

circuit breakers labeled correctly?

No

13.3 Are unused openings (removed

circuit breakers or knockouts) in any electrical breaker panel or junction box properly covered?

No https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fw691am2hp273ix2f%2F54CE4A68-15D5-4189-8141-0EBFD91DF895.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fhvl1sh2gwptpm0eg%2FBE7DF48F-475B-49AC-BC88-52D4D8C89175.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Ftav5ci53nzeh0aqm%2FE2270301-8E04-4D60-8D90-D9C310410E3B.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fx8rhyurs4r1q38rd%2FRAC%201%20Remediation%201.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fsbm3rfm3getqkuz1%2FRAC%201%20Remediation%202.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fiw2t92ro65h66s0d%2FRAC%201%20Remediation%203.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fuonvs11s9gckzp7y%2FRAC%201%20Remediation%204.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/employee/61522e00bd54904bed2b9492 https://fws.kpaehs.com/employee/62349d6137aa6a002946b74a

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Program Deficiency Multiple circuit breaker boxes located on the Refuge were missing knockouts.

Consequence (Severity) I

Likelihood (probability) D

3 - Moderate:

Represents a medium level of risk to life, health, property, or infrastructure, with correction planned and completed, or hazard controlled to a lower level of risk.

Initial Abatement Timeframe: Within 12 months.

3 - Moderate Yes

Recommendation Ensure all circuit breaker boxes have knockouts properly installed.

Corrective Actions None

13.4 Is a 36" clearance maintained

around all breaker panel boxes - can the box be easily accessed without moving equipment, furniture, material, etc.?

No https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F8zkhkmh3oyx9vhtu%2FIMG_1468.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/forms/responses/view/19178016

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Multiple panels found on the refuge were blocked not allowing for appropriate

36" of clearance.

Consequence (Severity) I

Likelihood (probability) D

3 - Moderate:

Represents a medium level of risk to life, health, property, or infrastructure, with correction planned and completed, or hazard controlled to a lower level of risk.

Initial Abatement Timeframe: Within 12 months.

3 - Moderate Yes

Recommendation Ensure all circuit breaker panel boxes maintain a minimum of 36" of clearance.

Corrective Actions None

13.5 Is Ground Fault Circuit Protection

(GFCI) provided for outlets outdoors or within 6' of a wet location? (e.g., bathroom/kitchen sinks, lab sinks, etc.)

Several locations on the refuge were found to not have proper GFCI protection or it was not working properly.

Consequence (Severity) I

Likelihood (probability) C

2 - Serious:

Represents a high level of threat to life, health, property, or infrastructure and requires hazard correction or control of the hazard to a lower level of risk as soon as possible.

Initial Abatement Timeframe: As soon as possible, but no later than 15 calendar days.

2 - Serious Yes

Recommendation

Have an electrical contractor go through the Refuge to thoroughly check electrical wiring and ensure GFCI plugs or circuit breakers are in installed in all required locations.

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Assigned to Nathan Barrett on 4/1/22, Due 4/20/22

If this cannot be completed within 15 days, make sure it is added to the Hazard Abatement Plan and completed within 90 days. - by Brad Eadelman on 4/1/22

13.6 Are the GFCIs tested periodically

to ensure continued effectiveness?

(they have a life expectancy of about

10 years)

No https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fa2nr2r5rj7myo9ka%2FFFA16835-3B2B-4C2E-A868-7FBBB869DFFF.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fjikh2r8tyebgku61%2FBBAC0DB0-5966-4895-8DE7-A42A8BA19BCA.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fbbue8zpg4a18n0tr%2FEB1DE4E5-CCDC-42F2-8E54-44A622404EDB.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fe0y389abjh59rvi8%2FA2FCB630-C20F-4BD2-977E-3BF9C7E14EFF.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fwocymxe3j22c4tyq%2F45B599F2-0759-41F6-954F-A73D6CD7F480.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F424xuw6v96bf7maa%2FBD2C5BC9-CFE5-47D8-A933-AED4884519B1.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fd08ej1syjpdqbn8k%2F00CF8B54-0E3E-4B6E-BC47-F61A653C7781.jpeg https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fbgsjwgq52m8u61og%2F1FF748EA-221F-498F-837E-6165D8D1BA75.jpeg

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Extension chord at EEC being used as permanent wiring.

Several GFCI's were tested throughout the Refuge and approximately half of those tested were found to not be working properly.

Consequence (Severity) I

Likelihood (probability) D

3 - Moderate:

Represents a medium level of risk to life, health, property, or infrastructure, with correction planned and completed, or hazard controlled to a lower level of risk.

Initial Abatement Timeframe: Within 12 months.

3 - Moderate Yes

Recommendation Ensure GFCI's are tested on a regular basis.

https://www.osha.gov/electrical/hazards/grounding/gfci

Corrective Actions None

13.7 Are extension cords rated for

heavy-duty use and only used for temporary purposes (one shift)? (flat, 'household-use' cords are not acceptable for work areas)

No

13.8 Are all electrical cords, extension

cords, power-tool cords, etc., free from cracks, breaks, fraying, strain damage, damaged plugs and repairs?

No https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F8xcpuk9rr8hzjmrz%2FIMG_1421.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fjp3o4yyk1bqnpfyf%2FIMG_1444.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/forms/responses/view/19177884

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White PVC used for conduit Box not secured to wall Missing proper electrical conduit

Main breaker missing shutoff ? Exposed wiring, no conduit missing conduit

Exposed wiring Exposed wiring

No conduit/wires not properly secured

Recommendation

Have a contractor go through all the facilities, including, garages and attics, on the Refuge to check for proper wiring to ensure it is done and repaired to code.

A few examples below:

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Overloaded circuit Exposed wiring

High voltage fuse panel not locked

No high voltage signs, box not locked, missing safety screens for batteries

Assigned to Nathan Barrett on 4/1/22, Due 4/20/22

Add to Hazard Abatement Plan if it cannot be remedied within 15 days. All repairs need to be completed within 90 days. - by Brad Eadelman on 4/1/22 https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fs57s4drmbdgo6rwb%2FIMG_1296.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F7acxauekfuxej292%2FIMG_1335.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fpiyzhy1wklubcqaf%2FIMG_1336.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F0obf3pm47l789k37%2FIMG_1334.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fybzactbzyb0qvugk%2FIMG_1436.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fmtiml9grefbxc34o%2FIMG_1437.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F8gvjj1fd1dl9x9dt%2FIMG_1438.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fcndc9rofdh1kr4fj%2FIMG_1459.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2Fsa8bp5gbsrhedj08%2FIMG_1460.JPG https://fws.kpaehs.com/get-upload?key=614b3657d23b6e3fb55158bf%2Fprivate%2F28ob1k5ffovvstvt%2FIMG_1461.JPG

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SECTION 14 - LOCKOUT-TAGOUT

14.1 Is there a written Lockout/Tagout

(LOTO) Plan with procedures that address the control of any sudden unexpected release of stored energy?

(e.g., hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, etc.)

Yes

14.2 Is the Plan based on the JAO

Safety template?

No

14.3 Does the written Plan include an

inventory of affected machinery or equipment?

Although a written program exists, employees have not been trained or made aware of the program and how and when to use it.

Consequence (Severity) I

Likelihood (probability) C

2 - Serious:

Represents a high level of threat to life, health, property, or infrastructure and requires hazard correction or control of the hazard to a lower level of risk as soon as possible.

Initial Abatement Timeframe: As soon as possible, but no later than 15 calendar days.

2 - Serious Yes

Recommendation Questions 14.3-14.10 need to be addressed and properly adhered to.

https://www.fws.gov/policy/241fw8.html

Photo(s) None

Corrective Actions None

14.4 Are specific procedures written for

the equipment noted in the previous question.

No

14.5 Has an Authorized Employee been

identified to carry out the written procedures BEFORE maintenance is conducted?

No

14.6 Are periodic reviews of the

Lockout/Tagout procedures conducted by an Authorized Employee?

No

14.7 Are all Authorized Employees

properly trained - do they understand the LOTO Program, their responsibilities, and how to carry out each procedure they are authorized to perform?

No

14.8 Are all Affected Employees

properly trained - can they answer basic questions about the program?

No

14.9 Are all Other Employees properly

trained - can they answer basic questions about the program?

No

14.10 Has the LOTO plan been reviewed

annually?

Yes https://fws.kpaehs.com/forms/responses/view/19219078

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14.11 Additional Lockout-Tagout Details 0

SECTION 15 - INDUSTRIAL SAFETY

15.1 Do employees wear Personal

Protective Equipment when required?

Yes

15.2 Are hand tools periodically

inspected for damage and wear and are they repaired or replaced as necessary?

No

15.3 Are employees provided GFCI

protection when using extension cords or plug-cord connected equipment/tools related to maintenance or construction activity?

No

15.4 Are tools that should be sharp, kept sharp? (a dull tool is more hazardous than a sharp one) Keep sharp edges guarded

Yes

15.5 Are all portable power tools either

grounded (3-prong plug) or of a double-insulated type?

Yes

15.6 Are wood-working/metal-working

machines equipped with anti-restart devices?

No

15.7 Are machines that are designed

for a fixed location anchored to prevent

"walking" during operation? (e.g., drill press, etc.)

Yes

15.8 If welding operations are

conducted, are safe work practices adhered to with hazards appropriately report and mitigated?

Yes

15.9 Does each welder wear all

required PPE when conducting welding operations?

Yes

15.10 Is adequate ventilation provided

for welding operations?

Yes

15.11 Are the cylinders/systems in use

bled down at the end of the day?

No

15.12 Is the welding kit equipped with

anti-flashback/preventer devices for oxygen and acetylene cylinders?

Yes

15.13 Is a fire extinguisher kept near

welding operations?

Yes

15.14 Are welding screens available

and used?

No

15.15 Are air compressors (including

small portable units) drained every day or equipped with an auto-drain?

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