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APPENDIX ‘K’

NNSY Instructions

ISSUED APRIL 23, 2025

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NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2

OSHE PROGRAM MANUAL II-25 Rev A i

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OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH

AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICE

NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD

CHAPTER REVISION RECORD

OSHE PROGRAM MANUAL CHAPTER II-25

Revision A

Title of Chapter: Man-made Vitreous Fibers

1. Description/Reason for Revision: This is Revision A of OSHE Manual Chapter II-25. This chapter has been reviewed and revised in accordance with the requirements of OSHE Program Manual Chapter 1 Volume I, Preparation and Maintenance of Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental Chapters. The S572 MMVF training course has been omitted from the chapter and has been replaced with B572 MMVF brief Enclosure (5).

2. Effective Implementation Date: 30 days from issue. Recipients are requested to review this chapter and note their responsibilities.

3. Training Required: Training is as noted in the chapter and should be implemented during routine requalification.

4. Action: Addressees are requested to place Revision A of OSHE Program Manual Chapter II-25 into any copies of the Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Manual they are maintaining.

Destroy ORIG in its entirety. The new list of effective pages should be carefully reviewed against your chapter to assure all authorized pages are present. If any discrepancies are noted in the entry of this revision, contact the Code 106.21 TME at 396-7231

5. Concurrence. See cover sheet.

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1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE

1.1 Purpose. This chapter provides information on the Man-Made Vitreous Fibers Exposure Program at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) and establishes the policy for controlling and minimizing the exposure of personnel to Man-Made Vitreous Fibers (MMVF) during use, removal and disposal of fibrous materials.

1.2 Cancellation. This revision cancels NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2, Volume II, Chapter 25, Revision ORIG, Man-Made Vitreous Fibers.

1.3 Scope. The provisions of this chapter address industrial and construction activities both ashore and afloat. The contents of this chapter apply to:

1.3.1 All NNSY personnel involved in the procurement, handling, storage, usage, and disposal of MMVF or in the planning of such actions;

1.3.2 Ship’s force; and

1.3.3 Contractors. All contractors performing work within the confines of the shipyard, on property under control of the shipyard, and onboard ships in the shipyard. All contractors are required to conduct work in accordance with this chapter and reference (a).

1.4 Background. Man-made vitreous fibers (MMVF), Synthetic Vitreous Fibers (SVF), or Man-Made Mineral Fibers (MMMF) which include fiberglass, rock and slag wool (often referred to collectively as mineral wool), calcium silicate dust, and refractory ceramic fibers (RCF), are a group of fibrous inorganic materials, generally aluminum or calcium silicates, that are derived from rock, clay, slag and glass. Synthetic inorganic fibrous materials are available in various forms, including loose fill bulk insulation, blanket insulation, paper type wrap insulation, and compressed products such as gaskets. The most common uses for these materials in the Navy are thermal and acoustical insulation and as reinforcement materials. Man-made vitreous fibers have replaced asbestos as the primary constituent of insulation and lagging material.

2. ENCLOSURES

(1) Exposure Limits for Man-made Vitreous Fibers

(2) Respirator Area Caution Sign

(3) NNSY Standard Operating Procedures for Respiratory Protection

(4) Man-Made Vitreous Fibers Program Indoctrination Signature Sheet

(5) MMVF Hazard Communication Brief

3. REFERENCES

(a) NAVSEA Technical Manual, NAVSEA S9086-VH-STM-000 Chapter 635, Thermal Insulation

(b) NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2 Volume II Chapter 23, Asbestos Control

(c) Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standard 29 CFR 1910.1000, Air Contaminants

(d) American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents

(e) Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standard 29 CFR 1915.1001, Asbestos

(f) NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2 Volume II Chapter 21, Respiratory Protection

(g) Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200, Hazard Communication

(h) Navy Environmental Health Center Technical Manual, Medical Surveillance Procedures Manual and Medical Matrix, Latest Edition (NOTAL)

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(i) NAVSHIPYDNORINST 12750.3A, Disciplinary Actions

(j) UIPI 0900-453, Critique and Problem Analysis Matrix Process

4. OVERVIEW OF SUBJECT MATTER AND SPECIFIC POLICY

4.1 This chapter implements the control requirements for work operations involving MMVF.

Operations containing these materials will be performed in accordance with the requirements of this chapter or technical work documents such as process instructions, technical manuals, technical procedures, shipyard instructions, Nuclear Power Manuals, etc., where the technical work control documents specify MMVF requirements. Excluded are materials in which the fibers are fixed or have been modified by a bonding agent, coating, binder, or other material so that no airborne concentrations of fibrous glass, mineral wool, or other non-asbestos insulation fibers will be released during any reasonable use, handling storage, processing, transportation, or disposal.

Items in the excluded category include fibrous glass tanks, boats, pipes, etc., except when cutting or sanding.

4.2 Identification of asbestos and man-made vitreous fibers (asbestos free). While in the course of work operations, fibrous materials may be encountered that are unable to be identified by visual inspection alone as either asbestos or non-asbestos. In the past there have been various lists of naval vessels that were considered to be asbestos free, however, it has been determined that there are no completely asbestos free vessels. Prior to 1998, there were several methods used to visually determine if an insulation material was asbestos free, e.g. color coding, stenciling, and tagging. All of these methods of determining the absence of asbestos have been canceled.

The only means of determining if asbestos is present is to conduct an asbestos inspection in accordance with reference (b). Unknown fibrous materials should be handled as presumed asbestos containing material until it is determined not to contain asbestos. If inspection results reveal the suspect material is asbestos, reference (b) work practice controls and requirements shall be followed. If, on the other hand, inspection results indicate the fibrous material is non-asbestos, the requirements of this chapter shall be followed.

4.3 Exposure limits. Depending on the nature of the fibrous material operation, work involving MMVF may require the use of administrative and engineering controls to maintain airborne fiber levels within acceptable exposure limits. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may also be provided and used as a secondary method of employee protection when administrative and engineering methods prove ineffective in controlling airborne levels within acceptable limits. While the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does not currently set permissible exposure limits (PELs) for MMVF, PELs have been established in Table Z-3 of reference (c) for “inert or Nuisance Dust” (respirable fraction and total dust). Threshold limit values (TLVs) have been recommended by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) and are contained in reference (d). Exposure limits have been identified in enclosure (1) and shall be used by NNSY for the purposes of establishing occupational work place controls. The exposure limits of enclosure (1) are “pure” product exposures and are a combination of PELs, TLVs and manufacturer/industry studies and recommendations.

NOTE: Manufacturers of MMVF containing materials have also published exposure guidelines. If safety data sheets (SDSs) issued by manufacturers of MMVF list other regulated chemicals, users must adhere to the applicable exposure limits for these additional chemicals. If the SDS specifies more stringent exposure values than those of Exposure Limits for Man-Made Vitreous Fibers, enclosure (1), users shall contact Code 106 for guidance.

4.4 Exposure monitoring. Exposure monitoring shall be performed by Code 106 or Navy Medical Center Portsmouth – Industrial Hygiene Department (NMCP-IH) as necessary in order to determine the extent of employee exposure to MMVF as compared to the exposure limits of enclosure (1). Results of exposure monitoring will be used to determine the proper control methods to be used.

4.5 Ventilation. To the extent feasible, priority shall be given to reducing employee exposure by the use of engineering controls such as local exhaust ventilation. All ventilation used shall be HEPA filtered and designed, constructed, installed and maintained in accordance with the

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requirements of reference (e). Operations employing the use of power tools (i.e., saws, drills and grinders) to machine MMVF materials shall be equipped with HEPA filtered vacuums to collect dust and fibers at the source as they are generated.

NOTE: Fiberglass vacuums, which are painted blue with white letters “Fibrous Use Only”, may be used for this purpose.

4.6 Posting. For those work operations requiring the use of respiratory protection, enclosure

(2) and enclosure (3) shall be posted. The shop and/or persons performing the fibrous materials operation is responsible for posting and isolating the work area as necessary.

4.7 Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing. Engineering (i.e. ventilation) and administrative controls (i.e. reduction of work periods) shall be used as practical to maintain the MMVF concentrations below the exposure limits of enclosure (1). PPE shall be used to supplement the engineering and administrative controls to ensure that personnel are not exposed to airborne fibers/dust exceeding acceptable limits. The following PPE shall be worn as appropriate during all fibrous work operations regardless of expected airborne concentrations to minimize and prevent exposure to airborne MMVF:

Note: When shipyard, ships force or contractor personnel are performing concurrent work in the same immediate work area, personal protective equipment will be required per this chapter.

4.7.1 Coveralls. Due to the irritating nature of MMVF, coveralls shall be worn to prevent personal clothing and skin contact with MMVF materials. Coveralls shall be worn for all operations involving insulation removal and installation. Disposable coveralls with head cover shall be made of Tyvek 1422 or Kimberly Clark CPF (1.5 oz.) fabric or equivalent as determined by Code 106.

When personnel must work in close proximity to open flame or flame producing operations, cloth coveralls shall be worn over the disposable coveralls. Disposable coveralls shall be disposed of as MMVF waste following the procedures of section 4.9 of this chapter. Non-disposable coveralls shall be cleaned thoroughly using a HEPA filtered “Fibrous Use Only” vacuum prior to leaving the work area. Non-disposable coveralls shall be bagged and returned to Shop 06 for laundering.

Sealed bags shall be labeled as MMVF prior to removing them from the work area.

4.7.2 Gloves. Disposable gloves shall be worn to prevent skin contact. Gloves shall be disposed of as MMVF waste in accordance with section 4.9 of this chapter.

4.7.3 Eye/face protection. Safety glasses with side shields, goggles, or face shields, and head covering shall be worn as appropriate during any work operation where there is a likelihood that airborne particles may get in the eyes or on the face. (Examples of these operations include MMVF rip outs; application of overhead MMVF; sanding of fiberglass boats, tanks, etc.)

4.7.4 Respiratory protection. Respirators shall be worn during all work operations that generate or are expected to generate airborne concentrations of MMVF above the exposure limits of enclosure (1). The reference (f) Respiratory Protection Selection Guide enclosure (1) provides guidance for the appropriate respiratory protection to be used for specific work processes. For those operations not listed, or if further assistance is needed, contact Code 106.21. Respiratory protection shall be used in accordance with the requirements of reference (f).

4.8 Work operation control procedures.

4.8.1 Whenever work is performed involving fibrous glass dust, mineral wool dust, and other MMVF regardless of expected airborne concentrations, the following work area control procedures shall be used in order to minimize employee exposure to airborne concentrations of dusts and fibers:

4.8.1.1 Use of wet methods whenever possible;

4.8.1.2 Use of containments during removal procedures, including glove bags, glove boxes, and temporary curtains where applicable;

4.8.1.3 Use of vacuums equipped with HEPA filters;

4.8.1.4 Sealing of raw ends of fibrous insulation with insulation cement and cloth;

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4.8.1.5 Use of a knife or other appropriate tool to cut materials. Avoid tearing or ripping MMVF materials by hand;

4.8.1.6 Use of HEPA filtered local exhaust with all hand-operated and other power-operated tools that may produce or release fiber/dust.

NOTE: Fiberglass vacuums, which are painted blue with white letters “Fibrous Use Only” may be used for this purpose.

4.8.1.7 Frequent clean-up of work area to minimize the accumulation of waste and scrap materials; and

4.8.1.8 Use of drop cloths to contain MMVF scrap materials and waste to prevent spread to other compartments/decks.

NOTE: The dry sweeping and the blowing down of any space with compressed air are prohibited.

4.8.2 Concurrent work operations. Those fibrous materials operations that may generate airborne MMVF fibers/dust above the limits of enclosure (1) shall be isolated, whenever possible, from other work in order to reduce the number of personnel exposed to airborne dust hazards. If work cannot be isolated, the project or lead shop may request, in writing, permission to conduct concurrent operations. This request shall be submitted to Code 106.21 and include the reasons the concurrent work is required and why it cannot be isolated from the non-fibrous operations. If permission is granted, personnel performing the non-fibrous work will have appropriate training and medical qualifications as determined by Code 106.

4.8.3 Personal hygiene. All personnel working with MMVF shall practice the following personal hygiene measures:

4.8.3.1 Prior to eating and at the end of a work shift, personnel handling MMVF materials shall remove protective clothing and wash hands/face thoroughly with soap and tepid water. Personnel experiencing irritation due to contact with MMVF fibers/dust may shower at any time during the work shift as directed by their supervisor.

4.8.3.2 Eating, drinking, smoking, chewing tobacco or gum, or applying cosmetics is prohibited when working with fibrous materials.

4.8.3.3 Do not rub or scratch skin that becomes irritated due to contact with MMVF.

Personnel experiencing skin irritation shall wash or shower to remove the irritant substances, and upon return to the work area shall ensure that PPE is properly worn to prevent further skin/eye contact.

4.8.4 Temporary Storage of MMVF Materials. MMVF materials stored for future use shall be placed in 6 mil poly bags as a minimum, and clearly marked as containing MMVF.

Packaging shall be properly stored so as to prevent damage from other work operations.

4.9 Disposal.

4.9.1 All MMVF waste, scrap, debris, bags, containers, equipment, and MMVF contaminated clothing identified for disposal shall be collected and placed in single, clear, 6 mil poly impermeable bags. (For nuclear work areas, package in accordance with NPM VI-F-2.)

Ensure MMVF waste is adequately wet/misted, prior to placing in bags in order to minimize the release of dust. Ensure sharp edges are adequately padded or protected to prevent puncturing of bags.

4.9.2 All bags containing MMVF waste shall be J-sealed with duct tape.

4.9.3 Once properly sealed, all bags containing MMVF waste shall be disposed of within the shipyard in black dumpsters. Contractor’s MMVF waste shall be disposed of in disposal receptacles provided and maintained by the contractor. Sealed bags shall be labeled as MMVF prior to removing them from the work area.

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4.10 Training. In addition to the Hazard Communication training requirements of reference (g), navy and shipyard personnel who are occupationally exposed to MMVF shall also receive the following training prior to initial assignment.

4.10.1 Man-Made Vitreous Fibers Hazard Communication Training Brief. Employees performing any operations involving MMVF must be trained on the information contained in the MMVF Hazard Communication Training Brief, enclosure (5). The briefing may be conducted by Code 900T or the employee’s supervisor. If performed by the supervisor, documentation of training shall be forwarded to Code 900T for recordkeeping using enclosure (4). Supervisors shall ensure the required Automated Training Management System (ATMS) form is completed and forwarded to C900T for recordkeeping. The gray areas do not need to be filled out. This brief includes health effects and hazards, PPE, respirators, ventilation, and personal hygiene. The ATMS code for the MMVF Hazard Communication Training Brief is B572.

4.10.2 Contractor personnel shall receive equivalent Hazard Communication training and equivalent training in proper work control methods for MMVF.

4.11 Medical surveillance. All Navy and shipyard personnel who are exposed at or above half of the recommended exposure limits of enclosure (1) for more than 30 days per year shall be entered into the MMVF Medical Surveillance Program. Medical examinations shall meet the criteria of reference (h).

4.12 Recordkeeping

4.12.1 All medical records of examinations, related laboratory and radiology results, and all forms and correspondence related to the employee’s medical history shall become a permanent part of the health record. Medical records shall be retained for the period of employment. At the end of employment, medical records are archived and sent to a federal repository. Medical records are not retained by the clinic for thirty years.

5. RESPONSIBILITIES BY EACH ORGANIZATION

5.1 Code 106

5.1.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.1.1.1 Act as shipyard program manager for MMVF.

5.1.1.2 Develop, monitor and enforce MMVF Program as necessary to ensure compliance with the requirements of this chapter.

5.1.1.3 Disqualify individuals from fibrous material related operations based on evidence of willful noncompliance with the requirements of this chapter.

5.1.1.4 Conduct exposure monitoring as necessary.

5.1.1.5 Update this chapter as necessary.

5.1.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. None required.

5.1.3 Training. There are no training requirements associated with this chapter for this code.

5.2 Code 134, Laboratory Division

5.2.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements. Ensure that MMVF bulk samples are promptly analyzed when requested.

5.2.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. This chapter implements the following reports/records as part of the management of this chapter.

Title Purpose Location Issued Revision

Laboratory Analysis Report

Document results of bulk analysis

Code 134 As required

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5.2.3 Training. Code 134 personnel analyzing bulk samples shall receive training in the procedures contained in the most current version of Identification of Asbestos by Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) course as specified in reference (b).

5.3 Code 200, Engineering and Planning Department

5.3.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.3.1.1 Ensure that only approved non-asbestos insulation material is ordered in accordance with military standards and the most recent revision of reference (a).

5.3.1.2 When requested by a project/shop, specify the ventilation requirements for MMVF work operations.

5.3.1.3 Assist the Operations and Production Resources Departments in developing and providing specific work procedures for the installation, handling, and removal of

MMVF materials.

5.3.1.4 Obtain Code 106 and NMCP-IH concurrence on designs for permanent ventilation systems and maintenance procedures for MMVF support equipment.

5.3.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. None required.

5.3.3 Training. There are no training requirements associated with this chapter for this code.

5.4 Code 900, Production Department

5.4.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.4.1.1 Specify requirements for permanently installed ventilation systems of MMVF work facilities.

5.4.1.2 Ensure that all new designs or modifications of permanent ventilation systems used to control airborne MMVF are concurred on by Code 106 and NMCP-IH.

5.4.1.3 Establish an inspection and maintenance program for all ventilation systems in facilities which are permanently installed as part of a MMVF work area.

5.4.1.4 Arrange for disposal of MMVF waste by burial in an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Commonwealth of Virginia approved landfill.

5.4.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. None required.

5.4.3 Training. There are no training requirements associated with this chapter for this code.

5.5 Code 900T, Training Department

5.5.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.5.1.1 Establish and maintain current/accurate employee MMVF briefing (B572) qualifications information via ATMS, as applicable.

5.5.1.2 Provide briefing as necessary when requested by affected shops and codes.

5.5.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements, and Records. This chapter implements the following reports/records as part of the management of this chapter.

5.5.2.1 Employee training will be documented, as required, in ATMS computer data base.

5.5.3 Training. There are no training requirements associated with this chapter for this code.

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5.6 Commanding/Executive Officers

5.6.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.6.1.1 Ensure all personnel whose work may expose them to MMVF follow the applicable OSHE requirements established by this chapter and references (a) and (c).

5.6.1.2 Ensure that work operations involving MMVF are performed only by personnel trained and medically qualified as necessary in accordance with sections 4.10 and 4.11 of this chapter.

5.6.1.3 Ensure that personnel engaged in MMVF work are provided with and use proper respiratory protective equipment and protective clothing as required by this chapter and reference (f).

5.6.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. None required.

5.6.3 Training. There are no training requirements associated with this chapter for Commanding/Executive Officers.

5.7 J1001, Branch Medical Clinic

5.7.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.7.1.1 Adhere and administer a comprehensive medical surveillance program in accordance with reference (h).

5.7.1.2 Provide appointments based on MES schedules.

5.7.1.3 Upon written or oral request by Code 106.21, and as specified per NMCP Industrial Hygiene Survey Reports, document the results of all fibrous materials physicals.

5.7.1.4 Document via form SF-600 a record of the employee’s medical care/condition.

5.7.1.5 Document via OPNAV 5100 15 (5 90) the employee’s occupational history, hobbies and active sports, work-related and other exposures, and medical department determinations.

5.7.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements, and Records. This chapter implements the following reports/records as part of the management of this chapter:

Title Purpose Location Issued Revision

OPNAV 5100 15 (5 90)

Medical Surveillance Questionnaire

Document employee’s occupational history

Branch Medical Clinic

Date Issued ORIG

Medical surveillance records

Document and track medical surveillance

MES

database

Branch Medical Clinic

5.7.3 Training. There are no training requirements associated with this chapter for this group.

5.8 NMCP-IH, Navy Medical Center, Portsmouth, Industrial Hygiene Department

5.8.1 Subject Matter and Program Responsibilities.

5.8.1.1 Perform sampling as specified by section 4.4 as necessary.

5.8.1.2 Review all new designs or modifications of permanent ventilation systems used to control airborne MMVF.

5.8.1.3 Perform ventilation measurements periodically on the permanent and temporary ventilation systems when monitoring as directed.

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5.8.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. This chapter implements the following reports/records as part of the management of this chapter.

Title Purpose Location Issued Revision Industrial Hygiene Survey Report

Document periodic industrial hygiene surveys.

Code 106

NMCP-IH

As required ORIG

5.8.3 Training. There are no training requirements associated with this chapter for this code.

5.9 Ship’s Force

5.9.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.9.1.1 Follow the requirements of this chapter and references (a) and (c) when performing work operations involving MMVF.

5.9.1.2 Schedule pre-availability MMVF work operations to minimize exposure to area personnel and to minimize the impact to the shipyard’s productive effort.

5.9.1.3 Ships Force Safety Office will initiate disciplinary action for willful noncompliance with the requirements of this chapter.

5.9.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. None required.

5.9.3 Training

5.9.3.1. Ship’s force personnel performing MMVF work operations shall be briefed in accordance with section 4.10 of this chapter.

5.9.3.2 Ship’s force personnel analyzing bulk samples shall receive training in the procedures contained in the most current version of EPA 600/M4-82-020 as specified in 40

CFR 763.86.

5.10 Shops/Codes

5.10.1 Subject Matter and Program Requirements

5.10.1.1 Comply with the requirements of this chapter.

5.10.1.2 Ensure only employees trained and medically qualified as necessary in accordance with sections 4.10 and 4.11 of this chapter are assigned to MMVF work operations.

5.10.1.3 Notify support shops/codes of planned operations and needs, i.e., approved filtered exhaust ventilation, HEPA filtered vacuum cleaners, etc.

5.10.1.4 Ensure samples are taken in accordance with section 4.4 of this chapter as needed.

5.10.1.5 Initiate disciplinary action in accordance with reference (i) in instances of willful employee noncompliance with the requirements of this chapter. The cognizant shop/code shall determine if a critique, incident report, or trouble report is required following the guidelines of reference (j).

5.10.2 Reports, Reporting Requirements and Records. This chapter implements the following reports/records as a part of the management of this chapter.

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Industrial Laboratory Sample Test Request Form

Document request for bulk sample analysis

Code 130 As required

5.10.3 Training

5.10.3.1 All shipyard employees assigned to jobs involving potential exposure to MMVF shall be briefed in accordance with section 4.10.2 of this chapter.

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Exposure Limits for Man-Made Vitreous Fibers

Material Exposure Limit Note

Continuous filament glass fibers 1 f/cc (a)

Continuous filament glass fibers 5 mg/m

(b)

Glass wool fibers 1 f/cc (a)

Rock wool fibers 1 f/cc (a)

Slag wool fibers 1 f/cc (a)

Special purpose glass fibers 1 f/cc (a)

Refractory ceramic fibers

0.2 f/cc (a)

The exposure limits for man-made vitreous fibers (MMVF) are derived in part from the American Conference of Governmental Hygienists TLVs. Exposure limit concentrations expressed in fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc) or milligrams per cubic meter (mg/m

(a) Fibers longer than 5m; aspect ratio greater than or equal to 3:1 as determined by the membrane filter method at 400-450X magnification (4-mm objective) phase contrast illumination.

(b) Inhalable fraction. Those particles that are captured according to the collection efficiency specified in reference (e), regardless of sampler orientation or wind direction.

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Respirator Area Caution Sign

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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP)

Purpose: To provide each worker and/or worksite with standard procedure for Respiratory Qualified personnel in the use and handling of respirators during specified operations identified. This SOP is only effective for the operation(s) and location identified.

Process/ Operation

Location

Required Respiratory Protection

Cartridge

Life

a. Obtain respirators and cartridges from tool rooms, supervisor, authorized shop respirator coordinator, or other source as approved of by RPPM.

b. Examine respirator and cartridges before each use. Inspect for damage to the facepiece, headbands, lens, inhalation/exhalation valves, cartridge holders, gaskets, cartridges, hoses, fittings, and supplied air equipment as applicable.

c. Perform both the negative and positive pressure seal check each time a respirator is donned. No interference with the face and sealing surface of the facepieces is allowed.

Maximum respirator protection is obtained when no leakage is detected around the face seal when inhaled air is drawn through the cartridges.

POSITIVE TEST-cover the exhalation valve and exhale

NEGATIVE TEST-cover the cartridges or breathing tube and inhale

d. Wear respirators properly during ongoing operations. Report any problems to your supervisor and Code 106.

e. Never leave respirators inside work sites/regulated work boundary areas unattended and always store in a clean dry place.

f. Clean respirator after each use. Wipe out between uses. Properly store respirator at a clean and dry location in an approved container to prevent damage.

g. Return respirators to tool rooms as required. Dispose of cartridges properly.

h. Emergency and Rescue Guidance: Notify the Fire Department at extension ___________________ and then notify your supervisor.

i. For further information regarding this SOP consult the Supervisor at ____________.

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From:

To: Code 900T

Subj: MAN-MADE VITREOUS FIBERS (MMVF) PROGRAM INDOCTRINATION - SIGNATURE SHEET

Ref: (a) NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2 Vol II Chap 25, MAN-MADE VITREOUS FIBERS (MMVF), latest revision

1. The subject briefing was performed IAW reference (a). Please enter the following employees into the ATMS for recordkeeping.

TRAINING RECORD CERTIFICATION

A. Course Title: MAN-MADE VITREOUS FIBERS (MMVF)

HAZCOM TRAINING

Course # B572 C. ATMS Input Name/Date

D. Course job order

( NA )

E. Authorized course hours:

( < 1.0 hr )

F. Course Start Date: Start Time:

B572

G. BRIEF GIVEN BY: Name / Badge

H. Shop/Code:

I. Certification of qualifications

J. BRIEF GIVEN BY: Signature / Date

BADGE

Number

(Last / First / M-Initial)

PRINT NAME

Student

SIGNATURE

Assign Shop

PAY SHOP

DATE

Completed

GRADE Other Training Certifications

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MMVF HAZARD COMMUNICATION TRAINING BRIEF

SCOPE: This brief is intended to familiarize personnel with the hazards associated with MMVF exposure. It establishes the policy for controlling and Minimizing the exposure of personnel to MMVF during use, removal and disposal of fibrous materials.

REQUIRED REFERENCE: (1) 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication Standard)

OTHER REFERENCES: (2) 29 CFR 1910.1000 (Air Contaminants)

TYPE MATERIAL: Man-Made Vitreous Fiber (MMVF)

BACKGROUND: MMVF, synthetic vitreous fibers (SVF), or man-made mineral fibers (MMMF) which include fiberglass, rock and slag wool (often referred to collectively as mineral wool), calcium silicate dust, and refractory ceramic fibers (RCF), are a group of fibrous inorganic materials, generally aluminum or calcium silicates, that are derived from rock, clay, slag and glass. Synthetic inorganic fibrous materials are available in various forms, including loose fill bulk insulation, blanket insulation, paper type wrap insulation, and compressed products such as gaskets. The most common uses for these materials in the Navy are thermal and acoustical insulation and as reinforcement materials. Man-made vitreous fibers have replaced asbestos as the primary constituent of insulation and lagging material.

PROCESSES: Any process, including handling, temporary storage, use, or removal of glass fibers, mineral wool, and ceramic fibers. Typically, MMVF is used as thermal insulation for bulkheads, heating and cooling piping systems, air-conditioning ducting, and as acoustical insulation in ceiling tiles.

PRIMARY PHYSICAL HAZARDS: Excessive concentrations of MMVF dust in the air can seriously reduce visibility, and causes irritation to the skin, eyes, ears, nose, and respiratory tract.

PRIMARY HEALTH HAZARDS: According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there is insufficient evidence that man-made vitreous fibers cause respiratory disease in humans. Results from animal experiments have led to conservative classifications of certain synthetic mineral fibers as possible human carcinogens. Specifically, insulation glass wool, continuous glass filament, rock (stone) wool, and slag wool are not classifiable as to their carcinogenicity to humans. There is, on the other hand, consensus that high MMVF exposures can cause scarring of the lungs and increased non-carcinogenic respiratory diseases in humans. Most MMVF’s are manufactured with diameters that are too thick to break off into pieces small enough to be inhaled. However, when handled during installation, removal cutting, grinding, etc., some fibers can split into thinner pieces that are small enough to breathe.

PRIMARY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: For MMVF dust/fibers is inhalation. If breathing becomes difficult, remove victim to fresh air, give oxygen and seek medical attention immediately.

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IDENTIFICATION OF ASBESTOS & MMVF: In the past there have been various lists of naval vessels that were considered to be asbestos free and several types of markings:

(i.e. labeling, color coding, and tagging). These lists and marking methods are no longer used in determining the presence of asbestos free insulation. You cannot tell by visual determinations if a material is asbestos or MMVF. The only conclusive means of determining if asbestos is present or absent is to conduct an asbestos inspection.

This involves a qualified AHERA asbestos building inspector collecting bulk samples of suspect materials and having them analyzed by an accredited laboratory. This brief does not qualify employees to perform asbestos bulk sampling operations.

EXPOSURE LIMITS:

NNSY’S Threshold Limit Value (TLV) is:

1.0 f/cc for most types of MMVF

0.2 f/cc for RCF’s

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Workers shall wear Tyvek coveralls, gloves, and head covering for protection against MMVF. When Tyvek coveralls are worn they should be removed by rolling down to prevent dust from becoming airborne. If cloth coveralls are worn they should be vacuumed with a HEPA vacuum before leaving the work area. Tyvek coveralls shall not be worn near hot work operations where they may come in contact with sparks or flames. If you must work adjacent to hot work, cloth coveralls can be worn over the Tyvek.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Minimum respirator required is a half-face negative pressure respirator with P-100 (HEPA) cartridges; however, if qualified, full face powered air-purifying respirators can be used as necessary. For work operations where a half-mask respirator is worn, proper eye and/or face protection should be utilized as appropriate.

WORK OPERATION CONTROL PROCEDURES: Whenever work is performed involving fibrous glass dust, mineral wool dust, and other MMVF regardless of expected airborne concentrations, the following work area control procedures shall be used in order to minimize employee exposure to airborne concentrations of dusts and fibers:

Use of wet methods whenever possible.

Isolation by use of poly curtains/partitions where applicable;

Use of HEPA filtered local exhaust ventilation with all hand-operated and other power-operated tools that may produce or release fiber/dust;

NOTE: Fiberglass vacuums, which are painted blue with white letters “Fibrous Use Only”, may be used for this purpose.

Use of vacuums equipped with HEPA filters;

Sealing of raw ends of fibrous insulation with insulation cement and cloth;

Use of a knife or other appropriate tool to cut materials. Avoid tearing or ripping MMVF materials by hand;

Frequent clean-up of work area to minimize the accumulation of waste and scrap materials; and

Use of drop cloths to contain MMVF scrap materials and waste to prevent spread to other compartments/decks.

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Use of boundaries, poly curtains, etc. as needed to isolate the work operation.

NOTE: The dry sweeping and the blowing down of any space with compressed air is prohibited.

VENTILATION: All ventilation used shall be HEPA filtered. For permanent ventilation systems, manometers shall be verified that readings are within tolerances of flow rate by employees utilizing systems.

PERSONAL HYGIENE: Workers will wash hands and face with soap and tepid water before eating, drinking, chewing, smoking, or applying cosmetics. Wash or shower at any time during the work day to remove the irritant substances, as directed by their supervisor. Upon returning to the work area shall ensure the PPE is properly worn to prevent further skin/eye contact. Do not rub or scratch skin that becomes irritated due to contact with MMVF. Change rooms and shower are not required, but may be used as necessary.

DISPOSAL: All MMVF waste, scrap, debris, bags, containers, equipment, and MMVF contaminated clothing identified for disposal shall be collected and placed in single, clear, 6 mil poly impermeable bags. (For nuclear work areas, package in accordance with NPM VI-F-2.) Ensure MMVF waste is adequately wet/misted, prior to placing in bags in order to minimize the release of dust. Ensure sharp edges are adequately padded or protected to prevent puncturing of bags.

Additional information and program requirements can be found in NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2 Vol. II Chapter 25 “MMVF”. This chapter is available on the Code 106 web page.

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OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH

AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICE

NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD

CHAPTER REVISION RECORD

OSHE PROGRAM MANUAL CHAPTER II-15

REVISION B

Title of Chapter: Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

1. Description/Reason for Revision: This is revision B of OSHE Program Manual Chapter II-15.

This chapter has been revised to delete information that is no longer accurate and to update existing information to comply with most recent requirements.

2. Effective Implementation Date: Upon issue. Recipients are requested to review this chapter and note their responsibilities.

3. Training Required: Training is as noted in the chapter.

4. Action: Addressees are requested to remove Rev. A in its entirety and replace with Revision B of OSHE Program Chapter II-15 into the Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Manual by destroying Revision A in its entirety. Shops and codes are to review the appropriate responsibilities sections to ensure they are in compliance. Annotate the OSHE Program Manual Index to reference this revision. If any discrepancies are noted in the entry of this change, contact the Code 106 PPE Program Manager at 396-4672 for resolution.

5. Concurrence: See cover sheet.

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1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE

1.1 Purpose. The policy of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is to preserve and maintain the health of all working men and women by providing a safe and healthful working environment. The most effective means of achieving this is by eliminating, as much as practical, workplace hazards. When elimination of the hazard is not possible, other means of employee protection such as engineering and administrative controls must be implemented. When neither of these control methods proves effective, personal protective equipment (PPE) must be used. This chapter complies with the standards of reference (a). The purpose of this chapter is to issue mandatory requirements for the use of PPE at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and at all off yard locations where NNSY personnel are performing work, i.e., Naval Station Norfolk (NSN), NRMD Kings Bay, BAE, etc.

1.2 Scope. This chapter applies to all NNSY employees, visitors and contractors performing work at NNSY and at all off yard locations where NNSY and NNSY contracted personnel are performing work, i.e., NSN, NRMD Kings Bay, BAE, etc. where PPE is required to be used in accordance with this chapter. In addition, PPE requirements shall be followed as posted in designated areas and as specified in technical work documents such as industrial process instructions, job hazard analysis, technical manuals, etc.

NOTE 1: Contractors are responsible for providing their own PPE. Contracts submitted for conducting work at NNSY facilities or on vessels where NNSY is the designated Naval Supervising Authority (NSA) shall contain worksite specific PPE requirements in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

NOTE 2: This chapter does not apply to the radiological controls for PPE or the disposal thereof. Contact Code 105 as necessary when there are radiological concerns related to PPE.

NOTE 3: The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements described in this chapter do not apply to Ship's Force (S/F) personnel assigned to ships undergoing availability at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), or to the families of S/F personnel who are attending ship sponsored activities aboard ships that are undergoing an availability at NNSY. However, these personnel are not allowed access to industrial work areas or operations. Ship’s Force personnel should follow PPE requirements established by their commanding officer.

NOTE 4: When at off yard locations and NNSY personnel are performing work, local variances in the instructions may apply. These variations may include, but not be limited to;

codes/shops, locations, responsible parties, or equipment used. The instruction may be implemented in an adapted manner as long as the intent of the instruction is followed, and permission is granted by the originator of the instruction, or supervision of the originating code. If PPE requirements of this chapter conflict with requirements at the off yard location, the more stringent of the two requirements must be complied with by NNSY and NNSY contracted personnel.

1.3 Cancellation. This chapter cancels and supersedes NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2, Volume II, Chapter 15 Revision A, “Personal Protective Equipment Requirements”.

1.4 Background. When used in accordance with established requirements and applicable technical documents, PPE can greatly minimize injuries resulting from industrial hazards and employee exposure to occupational hazards. It must, however, also be recognized that PPE does nothing to reduce or eliminate the hazard itself. PPE merely establishes a last line of defense, and any PPE breakdown, failure or misuse immediately exposes the worker to the hazard(s). PPE should only be used when engineering and administrative controls prove ineffective or impractical.

This chapter identifies those areas and operations in NNSY that have been determined to present a hazard or hazards that warrant the use of PPE. Selection of the proper personal protective equipment for a job is important. Employees must understand the equipment’s purpose and have

Sheet 1 of 14 knowledge of its limitations. The equipment must not be altered or removed even though an employee may find it uncomfortable. Sometimes equipment may be uncomfortable simply because it does not fit properly. For these reasons proper selection, maintenance, and user training are necessary components of a successful PPE program.

2. REFERENCES

(a) 29 CFR 1910 and 1915

(b) NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2 Volume II Chapter 21, “Respiratory Protection”

(c) NAVSHIPYDNORINST 12750.3, “Disciplinary Actions”

(d) NAVSHIPYDNORINST 12531.7C, “Environmental Pay Differentials”

(e) NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2, Volume II, Chapter 76, “Sight Conservation”

(f) NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2 Volume II, Chapter 22, “Occupational Noise Control and Hearing Conservation Program”

(g) ANSI Z87.1-1989,1989R, or 2003, "American National Standard Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection,"

(h) NAVSHIPYDNORINST P5090.2, Volume II, Chapter 3, “Personal Fall Arrest Systems”

(i) Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200, “ Hazard Communication”

(j) OPNAVINST 5100.23G, Chapter 20, “Personal Protective Equipment”, Section 2008c, “Appropriation and Distribution”

3. ENCLOSURES

(1) Design requirements for facility PPE Signs

(2) Hard Hats & Bump Caps

(3) Eye/Face Protection – General Requirements, Inspection and Storage

(4) Acquisition/Fit/Inspection/Care of safety shoes

(5) “PPE REQUIRED” Line of Demarcation map

(6) Hand/Finger Protection

(7) Personal Flotation Devices

Attachment (1), “Example PFD Inspection/Maintenance Procedure”

Attachment (2), Code 900T “Personal Flotation Device Briefing”

(8) Chemical Resistant Material List

(9) Suiting Up Procedure

(10) Claim for Personal Property against the United States; DD Form 1842

4. OVERVIEW OF SUBJECT MATTER AND SPECIFIC POLICY

4.1 Definitions. The following definitions are important terms used in this chapter.

4.1.1 Foot Hazardous operations. Foot hazardous operations are those which have a high potential for foot injuries including ship repair, construction, shop work, materials handling, CH-1

Sheet 2 of 14 maintenance, transportation, warehousing, packaging, preservation, stevedoring, and all other work on ships, piers, and in and around dry docks.

4.1.2 Foot Hazardous areas. Foot hazardous areas are defined as all industrial areas in the shipyard that have a potential for foot injuries. Areas designated as foot hazardous are any areas where the employee is or may be exposed to foot injury not only from falling material, but where they might trip over or strike material or objects, or step on items, i.e., industrial debris such as nails, etc. that could go through the shoe and into the foot. While not necessarily all inclusive, such areas include all areas beyond the red “PPE REQUIRED” line on the waterfront, to include being aboard vessels undergoing overhaul, repair or modification, all areas on piers and quay walls, dry docks and adjacent areas, all warehouse staging areas, as well as all Production and Public Works shops and adjacent work areas.

4.1.3 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Personal protective equipment includes all clothing and other work accessories designed to create a barrier against workplace hazards. Some examples of PPE include, but are not limited to, hard hats, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, and gloves.

4.1.4 Specialized Personal Protective Equipment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) worn in order to prevent skin contact with hazardous materials and to lessen the effects of mechanical irritation, vibration, and temperature extremes. This PPE is fashioned to cover all areas of the body and includes, but is not limited to, gloves, overalls, hoods, aprons, and shoe covers.

4.1.5 Respiratory Protection. For all use and training requirements for respiratory protection, see reference (b).

4.1.6 Personal Flotation Device (PFD). A piece of equipment designed to assist a wearer to keep afloat in water. The wearer may be either conscious or unconscious.

4.1.6.1 Automatic Inflation (PFDs). Uses a water-soluble capsule attached to the inflation unit;

its mechanism pierces the CO2 cylinder and releases the gas when submerged. Units with automatic inflation mechanisms may also be manually inflated by using the ripcord.

4.1.6.2 Manual Inflation (PFDs). Releases the CO2 gas from the cylinder via the ripcord, or by an oral tube in the event that a backup method is required.

4.1.7 Transiting. Walking between the brow and the hatch without stopping for ANY reason.

4.1.8 Working includes, but is not limited…