Section 722.354  Access to Communications or Alarm System

a)         Whenever hazardous waste is being poured, mixed, spread, or otherwise handled, all personnel involved in the operation must have immediate access (i.e., direct or unimpeded access) to an internal alarm or emergency communication device, either directly or through visual or voice contact with another employee, unless such a device is not required under Section 722.352.

b)         In the event there is just one employee on the premises while the facility is operating, the employee must have immediate access (i.e., direct or unimpeded access) to a device, such as a telephone (immediately available at the scene of operation) or a hand-held two-way radio, capable of summoning external emergency assistance, unless such a device is not required under Section 722.352.

(Source:  Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 22047, effective November 19, 2018)