record sheet, you will find a record of the numbers of the tags, the persons hanging the tags, and the persons second checking all the tags. It also contains the authorization for clearance of the tags by the authorizing officer and the repair activity representative. The record includes the date and time of removal of the tags along with the initials of the person(s) removing them. After the tags have been cleared and the record sheet is properly filled out for the removal of the tags, place the sheet in the back of the tag-out log in the cleared section for destruction at a later time. Record the date and time cleared in the tag-out index/audit record. AUDITS.—Audits are an important part of the tag-out system. Audits are required at least every 2 weeks; nuclear-powered ships require audits weekly under some conditions. Audit all outstanding tag-out sheets against the index/audit record section. As part of the  audit,  check  each  tag-out  record  sheet  for completeness and check the installed tags. Make sure the positions of valves or switches haven’t been changed from the description on the tag, the label, and the record sheet. Log the date and time on each tag-out record sheet. Note any discrepancies you found (if you found none, note that also) followed by your signature. Your signature verifies the log is up to date and tags and/or labels have been visually inspected. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Learning  Objectives: Define hazardous material and recall the sources of information for using, handling, and disposing of hazardous material. Recognize the importance of instructing personnel in work-related hazards,  safety  precautions,  and  in  the  use  and maintenance of personal protective equipment and clothing. Recall the types of cleaning solvents and the safety precautions for handling and using solvents. Recognize proper safety, handling, and inspection procedures when disposing of hazardous materials. We  use  hazardous  materials  (HAZMATS)  daily, afloat and ashore, in maintenance, repair, and cleaning. We  could  not  maintain  our  operational  effectiveness without   using   hazardous   materials.   In   using HAZMATS, however, we may also produce hazardous waste. We  can  use  hazardous  materials  effectively  and safely  if  we  take  care  in  their  handling,  storage,  and disposal.  To  help  ensure  our  safety,  the  Occupational Safety  and  Health  Administration  (OSHA)  passed  a regulation  called  Hazard Communication Standard, 29  CRF  1910.1200.  Since  DoD  and  SECNAV  have adopted   that   regulation,   all   civilian   and   military employees  of  the  federal  government  must  comply with the regulation. If   handled   improperly,   the   hazardous   materials you must use to do your job can be hazardous to your health,   the   health   of   others,   and   the   environment. Therefore, you have the right to be trained in the use of HAZMATS and to know any information about those materials that could threaten your safety or health. To  protect  your  rights  and  to  ensure  personnel comply   with   OSHA   and   Environmental   Protection Agency  (EPA)  regulations,  the  Navy  has  developed  a hazardous material control and management program. The  Environmental and Natural Resources Program Manual ,   OPNAVINST   5090.1(Series);   Navy Occupational Safety and Health (NAVOSH) Program Manual for Forces Afloat,   OPNAVINST   5100.19 (Series);  and  Navy Occupational Safety and Health (NAVOSH) Program Manual,  OPNAVINST  5100.23 (Series),   contain   hazardous   material   control   and management information. The  Naval  Supply  Systems  Command  manages the overall program for hazardous material control and management  for  the  Navy.  The  program’s  objectives are as follows:    Minimize the amount of hazardous materials in use.    Use hazardous materials safely.    Decrease  the  amount  of  hazardous  waste  we produce. 6-6 Q5. The number of tag-out logs required depends on the size of the ship. 1. True 2. False Q6. After the tags are cleared and the record sheet is filled out, where should you place the sheet? 1. At the front of the tag-out log 2. At   the   back   of   the   tag-out   log   in   the cleared section 3. In the index/audit record 4. In the documentation file REVIEW QUESTIONS