TITLE:	ES&H Manual
DOCUMENT ID:	6550 Appendix T2 Response to Personal Cryogen Exposure

1.0 Purpose

This appendix describes how to recognize and appropriately respond in the event of personal exposure to cryogenic material.

2.0 Scope

The process steps for this procedure are performed in coordination with ES&H Manual Chapter 6550 Cryogenic Safety Program. 

NOTE:

Emergencies related to oxygen deficiency hazards are discussed in ES&H Manual Chapter 6540 Appendix T3 ODH Emergency Procedures.

Emergency response for other situations is discussed in ES&H Manual Chapter 3510 Emergency Response Activities.

3.0 Responsibilities

NOTE:           Management authority may be delegated at the discretion of the responsible manager.

3.1 Everyone at Jefferson Lab

· Respond to personal exposures and spills per this appendix.

3.2 Supervisor/Technical Representative (TR)/Sponsor

· Report an actual event or near-miss to the ES&H Reporting Officer in accordance with ES&H Manual Chapter 5200 Event Investigation and Causal Analysis Process.

4.0 Process Steps

4.1 Response to Personal Exposure

Individuals involved in an incident which results in exposure to skin:

Step 1: Remove material that is not stuck to the skin, if it can be removed easily without causing further damage. 

· Protect your hand (and any other exposed skin.)

· Gently remove the item from the affected area.

· Place the contaminated material aside in an open area to allow the cryogen to evaporate.

NOTE: Avoid aggravating the injury

· Do not rub or massage the affected body part, nor apply any medications.

· Do not exercise frostbitten feet, hands or arms.

Step 2: Seek Medical Attention (in accordance with ES&H Manual Chapter 6800 Appendix T2 Injuries and Illnesses Requiring First Aid or Emergency Medical Response)

· Call 911 or 9-911 if:

o The situation seems to warrant ambulance transport.

o It is after normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday) or a designated JLab holiday.

· Call Occupational Medicine at extension 7539 or 5585, if there is no response, then;

· Page Occupational Medicine at 584-7539 or 584-5585

Step 3: Cover: the affected body part with a clean, dry dressing.

Step 4: Warmth: Keep the exposed individual warm. 

Step 5: Evacuate: the area if necessary.

Step 6: Notify: your Supervisor/TR/Sponsor as soon as possible.

5.0 Revision Summary

Revision 1.3 – 12/03/21 – Periodic Review; updated header and footer, updated 4.1 Step 2, and changed all SOTRs to TR, minor edits, no approval needed.

Revision 1.2 – 01/17/17 – Periodic Review; updated process steps to reflect current operations

Revision 1.1 – 03/19/15 – Updated TPOC from Dana Arenius to Jonathan Creel

Revision 1.0 – 01/17/12 – Updated to reflect current laboratory operations

ISSUING AUTHORITY	TECHNICAL POINT-OF-CONTACT	APPROVAL DATE	REVIEW DATE	REV.
ES&H Division	Jonathan Creel	01/17/17	12/03/26	1.3

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