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Tornadoes

                               2-306   When a tornado approaches, anyone in its path should take shelter
                                      indoors preferably in a basement or an interior first-floor room or
                                      hallway. A blending or surge tunnel, found in many production
                                      facilities, provides very good protection as well.

                               2-307   Avoid windows and seek additional protection by getting underneath
                                      large, solid pieces of furniture.

                               2-308   Avoid automobiles and mobile homes, which provide almost no
                                      protection from tornadoes.

                               2-309   Those caught outside should lie flat in a depression or on other low
                                      ground and wait for the storm to pass.


                               FIRE SAFETY (2-400)

                               2-400   If a fire cannot be controlled by on-site fire fighting equipment,
                                      immediately seek a safe area and initiate emergency response
                                      plans.

                               Use of Fire Extinguishers

                               2-401   Use a type ABC or other appropriate Fire Extinguisher. Never use
                                      water to extinguish electrical fires.

                               2-402   Become familiar with the operation and locations of fire extinguishers
                                      and hoses in your office or plant. If you have never operated a fire
                                      extinguisher, please ask your supervisor or someone from the Safety
                                      Department to show you.

                               2-403   Do not place a used extinguisher back on its hook or rack.

                               2-404   Notify your supervisor of any used or partially used fire extinguishers.
                                      Remove the fire extinguisher from service immediately, and replace it
                                      with a fully charged fire extinguisher.

                               2-405   When using a fire extinguisher, keep the wind at your back. Pull the
                                      pin. Aim at the base of the fire. Squeeze the handle, and Sweep from
                                      side to side. (P.A.S.S.) Make sure you maintain an escape route.

                               2-406   Do not store material or equipment in front of, or on top of, fire
                                      extinguishers or fire hose stations.

                               2-407   Fire extinguishers should be visually inspected as part of the pre-
                                      shift/work area exams to ensure fire-ready condition.




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