6.2. SR 09-17-2007
REQUEST FOR ACTION
To
Ci Council
Agenda Section
Community Development
Meeting Date
September 17, 2007
Item Number
6.2.
Prepared by
Jeremy Barnhart, AICP
Plannin Mana er
Reviewed by
Item Description
Request by Stoneworks Architectural Precast for Conditional
Use Permit. Case No. CU 07-25 - Public Hearing
Reviewed by
Action Requested
After the Planning Commission public hearing, Stoneworks recognizes that there are concerns related to
the sandblasting operation, in addition to the already understood noise and hours of operation concerns.
Stoneworks desires to fully understand Councils concerns before proceeding with plans to address those
recently raised. Stoneworks has requested the Council table formal action on the request after the public
hearing and Council discussion, with the intention of coming back to the Council in October.
Summary
Stoneworks is requesting a CUP to memorialize and confIrm the operations of their business. In 2005, a
CUP was granted allowing the business to operate. Over the last several months, staff has received a
number of complaints from one property owner regarding noise and hours of operation. The CUP does
not specifIcally regulate the hours of operation, nor does it say whether or not work can be performed
outdoors. While discussion during the meetings did include the location of outdoor functions, there was
no condition imposed.
The Planning Commission recommended approval for the Conditional Use Permit memorializing the
operations parameters for Stoneworks:
Hours: general operation 6a to 6p, 7 days per week
Hours: outside operation 7a to 6p M-F, 8a to 5p S/S
Outside operation to include cutting, sandblasting, power washing. Outside operations shall
be completed in an enclosed area to meet or exceed regulatory standards.
And subject to 2 conditions:
1. Payment of application and review fees
2. All other conditions as previously imposed:
1. The existing access from Highway 169 can not be utilized by this facility. The
proposed connection to the existing driveway shall be eliminated from the site plan.
2. All comments of the City Engineer shall be addressed.
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3. The eXlsting residence be allowed to remain provided that the occupants are
employees of Plaisted Companies or JT Land Company and their job is that of
caretaker of the mining pit and or production facility.
4. Screening shall be provided along the east property line, between the facility and the
adjacent residence.
S. Downcast building lights only, no other site lighting is allowed.
Public Comment
Public comment was received noting concerns with the noise, hours of operation, and dust that were all
part of the business. There are two property owners primarily affected, both were in attendance at the
meeting, in addition to a renter of one of the properties. One of the property owners provided
information that suggested that sandblasting operations be located in a controlled environment. A copy
of this information is attached.
Other residents commented on the general noise that is a part of the sandblasting operation.
Planning Commission Discussion
The Planning Commission received the public comments, and discussed appropriate conditions to
protect the adjacent residents. Although not a part of the recommendation, the Commission suggested
that the hours of operation be consistent with those hours recently imposed on Tiller (7-7 M - F, and 7-
Noon on Saturday) The Commission also discussed moving the operation to another location within the
site, but ultimately required an enclosure and necessary modifications to ensure the operation meets or
exceeds regulatory standards.
OSHA publishes Minnesota Noise Standards for residential areas, establishing allowable noise levels for
residential areas. These levels are measured at the property line near residences, and are as follows:
Daytime (Minnesota standards defme daytime as 7 a to 10 p) 6S decibels, and nighttime is SS decibels.
Attachments
. Staff Report to Planning Commission dated September 11, 2007.
. Sandblasting effects notes, from concerned resident.
. MSDS sheets for the sandblasting material, from the applicant.
Action
Motion by _ Second by _
Vote
Follow Up
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Item Number
City of Elk River
REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION
ACTION
Agenda Section
Planning Items
5.5.
Meeting Date
September 11, 2007
Item Description
Request by Stoneworks AIcbitectural Precast for Conditional
Use Permit approval. Case Number CU 07-25 - Public
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MN Statute 15.99 (60 day rule) statuS: The application has not yet been deemed complete.
The 60 da review eriod has not commenced.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
A licant:
Requested Action
Location and Size:
Stoneworks i\.rcbitectural Precast
Conditional Use Permit
Approximately 10 acres north of the Plaisted
roirring area and west of Highway 169, in the
general vicinity of 211 th Avenue a1i~ent.
Location Existing Land Use Land Use Plan Designation Current
Zoning
Property in Industrial Mining 1-2/ ME
Question
North Ru.:ral residential Mining R-la
South Mining Mining 1-2/ ME
East Ru.:ral residential Mining A-l/ ME
West Mining Mining 1-2/ ME
Introduction
Stonework's is requesting a CUP amendment that would allow some portions of the precast
manufacturing business to operate outdoors.
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Attachments
· Request for Action
Location Map
Aerial photos
· Applicants narrative
· Original staff report dated December 19, 2005
11inutes from PC meeting December 13,2005
11inutes from CC meeting December 19, 2005
Action Reauested
Staff supports a Planning Commission recommendation of approval for the Conditional Use Permit
memorializing the operations parameters;
Hours; general operation 6a to 6p, 7 days per week
Hours: outside operation 7a to 6p M-F, 8a to 5p SjS
Outside operation to include cutting, sandblasting, power washing
And subject to 2 conditions;
1. Payment of application and review fees
2. All other conditions as previously imposed:
1. The existing access from Highway 169 can not be utilized by this facility. The proposed
connection to the existing driveway shall be eliminated from the site plan.
2. All comments of the City Engineer shall be addressed.
3. The existing residence be allowed to remain provided that the occupants are employees of
Plaisted Companies or JT Land Company and their job is that of caretaker of the mining pit
and or production facility.
4. Screening shall be provided along the east property line, between the facility and the adjacent
residence.
5. Downcast building lights only, no other site lighting is allowed.
Planning Commission Action
Motion by _
Second by _
Vote
Follow Up
Overview
Stonework's received a Conditional use Permit in 2005 to operate their business, manufacturing
architectural precast building materials. The business is located generally north of the Plaisted
mining operation. The property is zoned 1-2 Medium Industrial, but is adjacent to residential
propertles.
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During the public review, it was noted by the applicant that the majority of the work would be
conducted indoors, but certain functions would be accomplished on the west side of the then
proposed metal building. It was not noted what functions would occur outdoors.
Over the summer, City staff received complaints from an adjacent resident regarding the noise and
dust from the sandblasting operation. This operation is staged north of the main building.
Additional complaints received from the same resident regarding the hours this business is
operating, and a concern with the business using the 211 ths private road as an access, in violation of
their Condition Use Permit condition.
\X7hile the CUP does not explicitly prohibit work outdoors, or the hours of operation, staff has asked
that the business approach the Planning Commission and City Council to memorialize the
appropriate actions, and to provide the affected property owners an opportunity to provide input.
In response, the applicant proposes the following, with respect to hours:
· General Hours of operation: 6am to 6 pm, 7 days a week
Outside hours of operation: 7am to 6 pm, M-F, 8am-5p S/S
Outside work would include cutting, sandblasting, power washing.
Applicable Re211lations
Conditional Use Permit
. The issuance of a Conditional Use Permit can be ordered only if the use at the proposed location:
1. Will not endanger; injure or detrimentallY affect the use and enjoyment oj other proper!)! in the immediate
vicini-ry or the public health, safe-ry, morals, comfort, convenience or general welfare oj the neighborhood or the
ci-ry.
2. Will be consistent with the comprehensive plan.
3. Will not impede the normal and orderlY development and improvement oj surrounding vacant propertY.
4. Wi/I be served adequatelY by and wzil not adverselY affect essential public facilities and services including
streets, police and fire protection, drainage, refuse disposal, water and sewer systems, parks and schools; and
will not, in partiat!ar, create trciffic congestion or inteiference with trciffic on aqjacent and neighboring public
thoroug~fares.
5. Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and conditions oj operation that will be
detrimental to any persons or proper!)! because of excessive trciffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, odors, dust or
vibrations.
6. Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural, scenic or historic feature oj mqjor importance.
7. Will fullY complY with all other requirements oj this Code, including any applicable requirements and
standards jOr the issuance oj a license or permit to establish and operate the proposed use in the ci-ry.
If denial of such a permit should occur, it shall accompany recommendations or determinations by
findings or a report stating how the proposed use does not comply with the standards set forth in
Section 30-654.
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In the review of the standards for CUP as outlined, it appears that the addition is consistent with all
of these standards.
Analvsis
As noted above, the concerns with this type of use are generally related to noise and traffic.
Recognizing that the use is an industrial use, and prone to higher levels of nolse, dust, and traffic, it
is necessary to find an appropriate balance bet\xTeen the permitted zoned business and adjacent
residential, which may be transitory, as the area receives development and redevelopment pressure.
Staff has no suggestions to change the proposed hours of operation.
The Commission could discuss requiring the relocation of the sandblasting area to lUcrease the
distance from the adjacent residential structures.
Comorehensive Plan
The existing and proposed land use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Transoortation
Streets - Access to the site is via the Plaisted property from the south. No access is permitted from
169 via 211 th private road. However, it should be noted that that drive may not be closed to
preserve necessary emergency access.
Recommendation.
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval as outlined above.
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DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT - REVISED 11/17/05
Genera/Information
This Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Application is for the construction of a new Steel Engineered
Facility on the 10 acre Pial/Parcel for JT Land Company (Building Owner) and a precast
manufacturing business. This parcel'currently contains one (1) house, two (2) garages and one
(1) barn, a dedicated easement for access to TH169, The site is in one zoning cat0gory: 1-2,
Medium Industrial. The current occupants of lhe home on the proposed site are employees of
Plaisted Companies. These employees have the responsibility of the caretakers of the pit during
off tlours and maintain safety within the pit during off hours. For this reason JT Land Company
and Plaisted Companies requests that the dual usage (residential/industrial) be granted (or this
site.
1 1/H/05 Revision - JT Land Company is willing lease the home to only employee.s of either
Plaisted Companies or the new precast company.
Int9nded Use - New Facility
The intended use of the facility is for precast concrete material production for the building
consrruction industry. The processes occurring within ttle building eneJosure will include but not
limited to; wood form building, mixing of concrete, pouring and finishing concrete, pressure
washingJsandblastlng, stacking of parts and palletizing, loading/unlDading trucks, office related
functions and some metal fabrieation and welding.
BuildinQ Information
.The building construction will be less than' 2.000 square (eet. The site surrounding the bUilding
will be used for aggregate storage. precast product storage prior to shipping, old forms prior to
recycling/disposal, forklift operation and power-washing/sandblasting operations.
EmploveerrraffSc/Dellverv Information
It is anticipated that approximately six (6) employees wilr be on site or within the facillty, seven (7)
days a week from 6am to 6pm. The conveyance of materials to and from the facility will occur on
the common access provided to the site and the adjacent properties to and from '""wy 169 and/or
through the Plaisted Companies existing site to the south_ In discussions with Mark Renn of
MnOOT - St. Cloud. 211lh Avenue will remain a right in / righl out for the foreseeable future, .
however, when improvements are made to Hwy 169 the intersection will be eliminated and access
to these existing properties will have to be provided through a different means from connections
count)' roads to the west 2111r\ Avenue is not described in a plat and appears to be a City street
providing access to the three properties off Hwy 169. Representatives from Christiafl Commercial
ana JT Land Company will be meeting with Mr. Renn prior to the Planning and Zoning meeting on
November 22"d and will submit additional information for consideration at that time.
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EmploveelTraffic/Deliverv Information continued
At a minimum, MnDOT has represented that if 211 (/1 is allowed for commercial usage additional
improvements will be necessary. Tnese may include a 12' wide turn lane for 680 feet and
possibly an acceleration lane. It is anticipated that approximately 5-7 semi load deliveries and
pickups will be made Qach week to the site.
11t17/0S Revision - We have had further discussions with Mark Reno of MnDOT
subseQuent to the submittal for CUP. Mr. Ronn has indicated that although the 21111\
Avenue access exists, this access will be removed in the future (possibly 10-20 years) and
a new aecess will be provided in the future to this site and orhers under separate
ownership from the north or west from CR77. This property and company is under
separate ownership and will require separate access in the future in ordcu to use the site as
it is zoned Industrial 1-2. In the event that the precast business or the JT Land Comp.any
site is sold, access to Hwy 169 or CR n is imperative and the temporary access though
Plaisted Companies would go away. This is also Important for the other sites adjacent to
this property.
Serp-eninQ/Neiqhborhood Issues
Screening of adjacent proper1ies are in existence through the large oak. trees that exist around the
residences. We will have spoken to the adjacent land owners priDr to the Planning and Zonil"l9
meetIng to attempt to gain their support for this project.
Utilities:
City Sanitary sewer and waler main dO not exist to the property. and the property will be served by
a new well and a septic system, Preliminary locations have been shown on the site plan for these
items.
11/17/05 _ Locations for the well and septic have been identified on the new site plan
Storm Water I Orainaqe:
Storm water runoff will be manageCl on site in conformance with the City of Elk River Erosion
Control 8. Stormwater Management Standards. the MPCA, National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPOES) II requirements, and the current Watershed Rules. A SWPPP is
included with this submittal as a basis for all construction related erosion control items. Erosion
control items are also shown on the grading plans.
Temporary and permanent methods will be employed to mitigate storm water runoff according to
the above referenced re>quiremenls.
11/17105 _ The new site plan shows the location of the new storm water pond necessary for
the project
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Attn. Mr. Jeremy Barnhal1
Planning Manager
City of EI k River
Re: Condirlonal Use Permit
Jeremy,
Swneworks Architectural Precast, Inc. and IT Land Company have reviewed the letter
dated July 17, 2007 regarding the complainLs relat.ed to noise. and use of the access drive
from highway 169.
As you know, the attached conditional use permit approved for JT Lmd Company allows
the business LO operate from 6 am to 6 pm, seven days a week. AJso, as described ill the
"Description of Project", the site s'llrrounding the buildingwould be used for aggregate
storage, precast product storage, old forms, forklift operations, and power wa~hing/sund
blasting.
At this point., Stoneworks (md JT Land Company requesL that our C.U.P. be revi~ed t.o
better renee! the current business operations, and to acknowledge the complaint rcceived.
Therefore, Oll an inl.erim basis, Sl()neworks has already modifIed our operating hours
oLltside or the facility for cutting, sandblasting, and power waShing to occur from 7 am to
6 pm. Addil.ionally, we have directed all employees and delivery vehicles not to 'use the
access drive from highwny 169.
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Monday .- Friday: 7am - 6pm
Saturday/Sunday: 8a.m - 5 pm
3. Outside vehicle traffic will occur during all hours of operation ((jam - 6pm)
4. All employees and delivery vehicles will be directed not to utilize access off highway
169.
Ple.ase submit these changes of consideration to the planning committe.e and city council
at your earliest convenience.
Thank you again For your help on this maLter.
Sincerely,
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Item #
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Scott Harlicker, Senior Planner
DATE:
December 19, 2005
SUBJECT:
Case No. CU 05-26
Request by Christian Commercial on behalf of JT Land
Company for Conditional Use Permit
Request
Consider a request by JT Land Company for a conditional use permit to construct a concrete
product manufacturing facility
60-Dav Rule
In order to comply with the 60-day requirement, this item needs action by December 30,
2005.
Location
The site is located on the west side of Highway 169 at the 211 th Avenue alignment
Zonin2/ Land Use
12 (Medium Industrial) / MI (Mining)
Attachments
· Location Map
· Site Plan
. Building Elevations
· Letter from Applicant
. Memo from City Engineer
Christian Co=ercial/JT Land Company/CD 05-26
Dec=ber 19, 2005
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Overview
Existing Conditions
The facility is proposed to be located on a 10 acre site. There is currently a residence, three
accessory buildings and a silo on the property. The residence is occupied by employees of
Plaisted Companies; they are caretakers of the mining pit during off hours. The property
shares an access from Highway 169 with two adjacent residences. The site is a mix of woods
and open area. The northwest corner of the site is wooded. The properties to the south and
west are part of the Plaisted mining operation; the properties to the east and north are large
lot residences.
Proposal
Operations
The business will operate from 6AM to 6PM seven days a week. All production will take
place inside the building. The applicant has indicated that there will be six employees per
shift.
Building
The applicant is proposing to construct a 12,000 square foot concrete product
manufacturing facility. The building will be 80' X 150'. The exterior of the building will be
pre-finished metal panels, which are on the acceptable materials list for the 12 district. There
are three loading doors, one on the south, north and west sides, and a service door on the
north side. There will be a 10 foot wide concrete pad around the building. There Virill be
some downcast lights on the outside of the building. No other site lighting is proposed.
Access. Parking and Storage
Access to the site will be from the south through the Plaisted mining pit. The applicant and
the City have had conversations with ~1)OT regarding using the existing residential
driveway as a commercial access to this facility. The existing driveway from the north, off of
Highway 169, can not be used by this facility. Per MNDOT, the access can only be used by
the current single family residences. The site plan will have to be revised to eliminate the
connection to the existing driveway from Highway 169. The area around the building will be
used for storage of products and employee parking. There is sufficient room available to
accommodate parking for the anticipated 6 employees per shift. There are 11 aggregate bins
located north of the building. Bobcats ",1.11 be used to transport aggregate from the bins to
the inside of the building.
Grading. Drainage and Utilities
Grading, drainage and utilities are addressed in the City Engineer's m~mo.
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Landscaping
The applicant has agreed to provide screening along the east property line, to screen the
facility from the adjacent residence. The screen will consist of evergreens 6 to 8 feet high.
No other landscaping is proposed. There are sufficient trees on the site to meet the
landscaping requirements.
Existing Residence
The existing residence is occupied by employees of Plaisted Companies. They have the
responsibility of caretakers of the pit and maintaining security and safety when the pit is
closed. Caretaker residences are allowed in the 12 district. It is staff s recommendation that
the exiting residence be allowed to remain provided that the occupants are employees of
Plaisted Companies or JT Land Company and there job is that of caretaker of the mining pit
and or production facility.
Standards for Issuance of a Conditional Use Permit
The issuance of a Conditional Use Permit can be ordered only if the use at the proposed
location:
1. U7il! not endanger, injure or detrimentallJ; affect the use and ergoyment of other properry in the
immediate viciniry or the public health, scifery, morals, comfort, convenience or genera! we!fare of the
neighborhood or the ciry.
2. Will be consistent with the comprehensive plan.
3. W-ill not impede the normal and orderlJ; development and impro1Jement of surrounding 1JaCant
properry.
4. Will be served adequatelJ; bJl and will not adverse!;' affect essential public facilities and services
including streets, police and fire protection, drainage, rifuse disposal, water and sewer !)1st ems, parkJ
and schooIJ,' and will not, in particular, create traflic congestion or inteiference with traflic on
atfjacent and neighboringpublic thoroughfares.
5. Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and conditions of operation that will
be detrimental to any persons or properry because 0/ excessive traflic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare,
odors, dust or vibrations.
6. Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage 0/ a natural, scenic or historic feature of mqjor
importance.
7. Will fullJ; complY with all other r~quirements of this Code, including any applicable requirements
and standards for the issuance of a license or permit to establish and operate the proposed use in the
ciry.
If denial of such a permit should OCClli, it shall accompany recommendations or
detenninations by findings or a report stating how the proposed use does not comply with
the standards set forth in Section 30-654.
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Plannin2: Commission Meetin2:
At the Planning Commission meeting held on December 13th, one neighbor spoke. She
expressed concern about noise. The applicant expkined that the processing 'Will occur inside
the building, which 'Will reduce the amount of noise. The Commission voted7:0 to
recommend approval of the conditional use permit.
Recommendation
The Planning Commission and staff recommend that the City Council approve the
conditional use permit for a concrete product manufacturing facility based on the finding
that it complies with the standards found in Section 30-654 and with the following
conditions:
1. The existing access from Highway 169 can not be utilized by this facility. The
proposed connection to the existing driveway shall be eliminated from the site plan.
2. All comments of the City Engineer shall be addressed.
3. The existing residence be allowed to remain provided that the occupants are
employees of Plaisted Companies or JT Land Company and their job is that of
caretaker of the mining pit and or production facility.
4. Screening shall be provided along the east property line, between the facility and the
adjacent residence.
5. Dovi7D.cast building lights only, no other site lighting is allowed.
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7. SIGNAGE SHALL COMPLY WITH THE DESIGN STANDARDS
AND EXHIBITS INDICATING SIZE AND LOCATIONS SHALL BE
PROVIDED.
8. UGHTING SHALL COMPLY WITH THE DESIGN STANDARDS
AND EXHIBITS INDICATING LOCATIONS ON THE BUILDING
AND ON THE SITE SHALL BE PROVIDED.
9. THE BUILDING SHALL MEET ALL BUILDING CODES.
10. THE BUILDING SHALL MEET ALL FIRE-CODES.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
The Commission took a 5 minute break.
5.7. Request by Christian Commercial, LLC for Conditional Use Permit for Manufacturing
Facility, Public Hearing - Case No. CU 05-26
Ivf.r. Harlicker stated the applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to construct a
concrete product manufacturing facility. He discussed the site conditions, hours of
operation, building design, parking, circulation, and the existing resident.
Chair Anderson opened the public hearing.
Patricia Marty, 21114 Highway 169-Stated concerns about noise and her property values.
Tom Brown, representing applicant-Stated that most of the operation would be inside a
building with the exception of some work being done on the west side of the building.
Chair Anderson closed the public hearing.
Ivf.r. Maurer explained that the NPDES and S\x/pPP permit could be transferred to the
building contractor once grading is completed for continued erosion protection if needed.
MOVED BY COMMISIONER STEVENS AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD TO RECOMMEND CITY COUNCIL
APPROVAL OF CASE NO. CU 05-26 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE EXISTING ACCESS FROM HIGHWAY 169 CAN NOT BE
UTILIZED BY THIS FACIUTY. THE PROPOSED CONNECTION TO
THE EXISTING DRNEWAY SHALL BE EUMINATED FROM THE
SITE PLAN.
2. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER SHALL BE
ADDRESSED.
3. THE EXISTING RESIDENCE BE ALLOWED TO REMAIN PROVIDED
THAT THE OCCUPANTS ARE EMPLOYEES OF PLAISTED
COMPANIES ORJT LAND COMPANY AND THEIR JOB IS THAT OF
Planning Commission Nfinutes
December 13, 2005
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CARETAKER OF THE MINING PIT AND OR PRODUCTION
FACILITY.
4. SCREENING SHALL BE PROVIDED ALONG THE EAST PROPERTY
LINE, BETWEEN THE FACILITY AND THE ADJACENT
RESIDENCE.
5. DOWNCAST BUILDING LIGHTS ONLY, NO OTHER SITE
LIGHTING IS ALLOWED.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
5.8. Request by Pmsource Technologies, Inc. for Zone Change fmm Ric (Single Family
Residential) to AT (Antenna Overlay). Public Hearing - Case No. ZC 05-06
5.9. Request by Pmsource Technologies. Inc. for Conditional Use Permit for Antenna Tower at
City Hall Site, Public Hearing - Case No. CU 05-27
1\I[r. Hadicker stated the applicant is requesting a zone change and a conditional use permit
to construct a telecommunications tower. He stated the tower would be located on city
property and host the 800 :MHz radio equipment. He stated the tower would be able to hold
one additional camero
Chair Anderson opened the public hearing for both the zone change and the conditional use
permit.
There being no one to speak to these issues, Chair Anderson closed the public hearing.
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER LEMKE TO RECOMMEND THE CITY COUNCIL
APPROVE CASE NO. ZC 05-06 BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS:
1. THE PROPOSED REZONING IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE
SURROUNDING LAND USES.
2. THE PROPOSED REZONING IS NECESSARY IN ORDER TO
PROVIDE EFFECTIVE WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION
COVERAGE FOR THE CITY.
3. THE REZONING IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER LEMKE TO RECOMMEND CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL
OF CASE NO. CU 05-27 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE APPLICANT AND THE CITY ENTER INTO A LEASE
AGREEMENT OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
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7. WILL FUJLY COMPLY WITH ALL OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF
THIS CODE, INCLUDING ANY APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS AND
STANDARDS FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A LICENSE OR PERMIT TO
ESTABLISH AND OPERATE THE PROPOSED USE IN THE CITY.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
7.10. Request by Christian Commercial, LLC for Conditional Use Permit for Manufacturing
Facility. Public Hearing -Case No. CU 05-26
1vf:r. Harlicker stated the applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to construct a
concrete product manufacturing facility. He discussed site conditions, hours of operation,
building design, parking, circulation, the existing resident, and Planning Commission action.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, :Mayor
Klinzing closed the public hearing.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT,
CASE NO. CU 05-26 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE EXISTING ACCESS FROM HIGHWAY 169 CAN NOT BE
UTILIZED BY THIS FACILITY. THE PROPOSED CONNECTION TO
THE EXISTING DRIVEWAY SHALL BE ELIMINATED FROM THE
SITE PLAN.
2. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER SHALL BE
ADDRESSED.
3. THE EXISTING RESIDENCE BE ALLOWED TO REMAIN
PROVIDED THAT THE OCCUPANTS ARE EMPLOYEES OF
PLAISTED COMPANIES ORJT LAND COMPANY AND THEIR JOB IS
THAT OF CARETAKER OF THE MINING PIT AND OR
PRODUCTION FACILITY.
4. SCREENING SHALL BE PROVIDED ALONG THE EAST PROPERTY
LINE, BETWEEN THE FACILITY AND THE ADJACENT
RESIDENCE.
5. DOWNCAST BUILDING LIGHTS ONLY, NO OTHER SITE
LIGHTING IS ALLOWED.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
7.11. Ordinance for Zone Change from R1c (Single Family Residential) to AT (Antenna Overlay)
Requested by Prosource Technologies, Inc.. Public Hearing-Case No. ZC 05-06
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pneumoconiosis silicosis, or silica disease. This is because the
cleaning, painting and repair of ships and vessels often involves
sandblasting to prepare surfaces for new paint or to clean them.
Shipyard workers are often required to use sandblasting equipment
on large ships, which can Increase crystalline silica dust exposure
duration. Similar 10 sandblasters, shipyard workers are at an
increased risk for silicosis silica disease.
Miners
Miners of melals, minerals and coat can all be potentially exposed
to crystalline silica dust. Many rocks, like granite and quartz, have
extremely high concentrations of c::rystalfine silica that turns into dust
when crushed, drilled or broken in the mining process. Even if the
QToduct being mined doesn't conlElin silica dust (metal ares, coer,
etc.), many rocks that need to be drilled and moved In order to get
to the deposits can, and often do, contain silica, therefore posing a
threat of crystalline sKica dust exoosure and silica disease '
di[i!.a/olIDJ!!mt. Miners are also considered at high risk beciuse of
the extreme amounts of dust created, tight workspaces and lack of
ventilation present in many working conditions.
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'i'e~. In fact, miners were some of the first workers who developed
this occupational silica disease. Despite knowledge of the dangers
of crystaUine silica dust exposure and further knowledge of
preventative safety measures, sileosis continues to kill miners and
rock drillers every year. The death toll is expected 10 continue for
years, if not rise, as oneumoconiosis silicosis injury, and cl1ronlc
silicosis cases can lake decades to develop_ Contact our silicosis
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coal miner's pneumoconiosis, black.lung is caused by the inhalation
of coal dLlSt particles. Black lung leads to a deterioration of lung
tissue and eventually, respiration failure. Sometimes black lung is
referred to as silicosis. Though many miners suffer from silicosis, as
was noted above, black lung Is different In that It denotes that the
miner that has black lung contracted the disease from working in or
around a coal mine. The symptoms of black lung are similar to
those of silicosis, however, in addition to fibrous scar tissue build-Up
in the lu ngs, the carbon in coal dust actually turns lung tissue black.
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Silicosis Prevention
Since silicosis is an irreversible lung disease, tile only way to
decrease instances of s~icosis injury is to limit Instances of 5i~ca
exposure. Fortunately, sUicosis injury is completely preventable.
There are certain preventative measures that can be laken to keep
crystalline silica dust from being inhaled_ Most of these safety
measures focus on limiting the amount of crystalline sHlca dllst that
gets airborne.
Dangerous areas and silica containing areas should be inspected
aOO identified before working in any areas that may contain silica.
Workers should be educated on the dangers and facts of crystalline
silica dust exposure and proper prevention methods. They should
also be given proper equipment and protective clothing. Wet cutting
and drilling methods should be employed to keep cryslallinesjlica
dust at safe levels.
Medical exams should be made available for workers that are at
high risk ror exposure. Often times when a worker is diagnosed with
silicosis, his or her coworkers tend to develop siiicosis as well.
There are many other safety precautions that should be taken tlat
are job specific. All of Ihese precautions are aimed at keeping silica
exposure to absolute minimums and catChing tI1e disease at an
early slage. All companies tI1at work with silica should employ
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Protect your health from the dangers of sandblasting I Sandblasting with silica sand
makes a lot of dust. The really dangerous stuff is so tine you can't see it Breathing air
containing this fine dust can damage your lungs. You must always wear a helmet when
sandblasting and there is only one type of helmet that will protect you. The type of
, helmet you must use is a helmet that is supplied with clear air. The helmet must be a
good fit and in good working condition.
. A damaged helmet is dangerous. Do not use equipment that has parts missing
or damaged.
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helmet while you are working.
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sure that the air is clean a filter must be fitted in the line between the compressor
supplying the air and the helmet.
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helmet and the clean air supply to go with it. He is also required to train you how
to use it and how to maintain it and keep it clean.
. Your employer must check the dust levels in the area where sandblasting is
being done.
. At least once every three years, your employer Is required to provide you with a
medical check~up. including an x-ray, to make sure that your lungs are not
damaged.
If you are working in a sandblasting area, even if you are only cleaning up, you must
also wear a respirator. Remember, THE DANGEROUS DUST IS INVISIBLE. Cleaning
up can make the dangerous dust airborne and breathable again. If the job site can be
wet down you should we down before startlngclean up. The dangerous dust can get
into your clothes and can continue to get airborne as you move. Don't try to blow it off
with compressed air; this only stirs it up worse. lf you can, change into clean clothes
before going home.
Do Not Forget!
. Invisible dangerous dust is made when sand blasting with silica sand.
. You must wear an air supplied helmet when sandblasting,
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doubts or questions ask your boss.
When you use the right equipment and are properly trained in its use and maintenance
there will be very little danger to your health from silica dust.
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information, instructions or training required under OSHA, EPA,
federal or state law in relation to the use of crystalline s~ica sand.
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What is Silicosis?
Silicosis is a pneumoconiosis, or lung disease, that is caused by the
inhalation of toxic, carcinogenic crystalline silica dust particles.
Silicosis is incurable and irrEWersible. Silica is a naturally OCQJrring
mineral that is found in quartz, granite, and other ~s. It is one of
the most oommon minerals in the earth's crust, but it is only harmful
when sman particles of it are reieased into the air and inhaled,
Unfortunately, many jobs require workers to use tools and
equipment that introduce dangerous levels of cryslalfine silica dust
into the air. Once silica dust is airborne, silica exposure is difficult to
avoid, especially when working in tight areas with high levels of
silica dust for prolonged periods.
Silicosis has affected miners and those who work around siBca dust
for hundreds of years. Once the crystalline silica dust is inhaled, it
works its way into the lungs, where it leaves scarring that elq)erts
think may be calJsed by sharp edges of the tiny particles
themselves. Silica exposure and sHiea disease often lead to tiher
lung diseases as well. Some of these respiratory diseases and
complications include: lung cancer, tuberculosis, fibrosis, bronchitis,
and emphysema.
In cases of silicosis pneumoconiosis, the particles of crystalline
silica dust irritate the tiny alveoU air sacs In the lungs. White blood
cells then attack and surround the foreign particles, and thefl they
die. The irritated area continues to cause white blood cells to further
inflame the area. Eventually, fibrous, scar-like tissue surrounds the
area and can cease the problem. Unfortunately, this fibrous tissue
destroys the ability of the affected area to process oxygen. Often,
the development of fibrous tissue doesn't stop and can spread
throughout the lungs. Silica disease otten continues to progress
even after exposure to crystalline s11lca dust ceases. Often
prellentative measures can keep crystalline silica dust at sare
!rol~g;, thus preventing the development of silicosis. In many cases
this is the responsibUity of the employer. Contact our silicosis
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Dangerous Occupations
There are nearly two million workers in the United States with
occupations ttlat lead 10 crystalline silica dust exposure. Silicosis, or
silica disease, is especially common among the workers whose
occupations expose them to extremely high levels of crystalline
silica dust for long durations. Some of the common occupations or
types ofworlcers at risk of silica disease due to crystallinesilica dust
exposure include:
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Occupations
The following occupations are discussed in turtherdetail because
they pose the greatest risks of the pneumoconiosis silicosis, or
silica disease. These occupations pose the highest crystalline silica
dust exposure levels, are performed in poony ventilated areas, and
surround the worker In a cloud of silica dust for prolonged periods.
Sandblasting - Sandblasting Disease
There is a reason that silicosis is commonly referred to as
sandblasting disease. Sandblasting is one of the highest risk
occupations when it comes to silicosis and crystalline silica <lust
exposure. One of the main reasons is the high concentration of
Quartz or other high crystalline silica content minerals in the
abrasive sands used In sandblasting operations. Roughly 5 percent,
or 100,000, of the workers in the United States that are exposed to
crystalline silica dust on the job are employed as sandblasters.
Many other occupations involve sandblasting on a pan-time basis.
Sandblasting is typically used to clean or remove anything from
automobile paint to sand from foundry castings. Sand (often
containing high crystalline silica concentration) is forced into a high-
pressure stream with compressed air or steam and used as an
abrasive agent for many types of <:Ieaning and surface- preparalion
jobs. Silica sand can break down to very small particles during
sandbla sling operations. This freshly ground sllica dust tends to
lead to the quicKer-1o-progress acute and accelerated forms of
silicosis or sandblasting disease.
Studies have Sh01M1 that many sandblasters have already died of
silicosis or silica disease. Unfortunately, these studies also project
that many more will likely die of sandblasting disease caused by
inhalation of extremely dangerous levels of crystalline silica dusl
Others willlil<ely die of some of the complications related 10
silicosis, like lung cancer and tuberculosis.
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Chronic SiliCO&is
Chronic silicosis is the most comrron form of silicosis injury.
Sometimes called simple chronic silicosis, this form of the disease
typically develops after more than 10 to 20 years of relatively low
levels of exposure. Since this form of the disease is caused by long-
term exposure, sympiDms and discovery of chronicsiiicosis may
take up 45 years after initial exposure. Symptoms of chronic
silicosis are commonly revealed in a chest X-ray after 20 years of
silica exposure.
Chronic silicosis leads to the formation of nodules of chronic
inflammation caused by the constant irritation and reaction of the
body's immune system to foreign silica particles. Eventually,
scarring forms in the affected areas of the lungs. Damage caused
by chronic silicosis has a tendency to cause weakness in the lungs'
ability to fight infection. Those with chronic silicosis tend to develop
other lung illnesses. in time, chronic sificosis can lead to failure of
the respiratory system and death.
Accelerated Silicosis
Accelerated silicosis is 1he most rare form of silicosis Injury. In some
ways, it fits in between chronic and acute forms of silicosis as it
usually'takes between 5 to 15 years for accelerated silicosis to
develop. Typically accelerated silicosis ensues after shorter-term
exposure to higher leveis of crystalline silica dust. Similar symptoms
of scarring a nd inflammation progress faster in accelerated silicosis
than chronic silicosis. Accelerated sUicosis usually leads to death
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Silicosis Injury Including Acute Silicosis, Chronic Silicosis and Accelerated Silicosis
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within a few years of its development.
Acute Silicosis
Acute sil icosis is the quickest developing silicosis injury. Acute
silicosis can develop only weeks after extremely high levels of silica
dust exposure. In other cases, acutesUioosis takes up to five years
to develop. to either case, acute silicosis does not progress to the
chronic stages, as acule silicosis causes massive lung damage In a
short period of lime. Hope for patients with acute silicosis is typically
limited to a lung transplant. This is usually only possible in younger
acule silicosis patients that are stnl strong enough to undergo the
surgery.
Acute silicosis is characterized by high levels of fluid and protein
particles In the lungs. This material fiUs the sacs in the lungs and
leads to extreme difficult breathing, shortness of breath, and
respiratory failure. Acute silicosis is associated with se'lere weight
loss and is often found in sandblasters.
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Silicosis Symptoms
. Sill cosis diminishes lung function with s Elvere damage to tung tissue
caused by tt1e formation of large amounts of fibrous scar tissue in
the lungs. This scar tissue destroys air and blood passageways,
decreasing tung capacity and available oxygen to the body.
Symptoms of silicosis include:
ll. Shortness of breath
>> Severe, chronic often dry, cough
II Loss of appetite
>> Weight loss
>> Fever
>> Chest Pains
>> Breathing difficulty
)} Coughing up blood
)) Problems Sleeping
)) Hoarseness
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Silicosis Treatment
Treatment fOl' slliC9sis injury is limited. Since there is no cure for the
disease, there is no specifiC treatment for silicosis. Physicians often
focus on maintaining patient comfort and slowing the progression of
silicosis.
The first step in slowing the progression of the disease is to
eliminate the patient's exposure to toXic crystalline silica dust Once
silica exposure is eliminated, the silicosis patient is encouraged to
quit smoking Of he or she smokes) and to eliminate as. many
sources of respiratory initatbn as possible. Cough suppression
drugs, breathing aids and oxygen may all be used to help silicosis
injury patients breathe easier. SiIlcosis injury patients are closely
watched to make sure they don't develop imections. Since the
silicosis patient's immune system is typically weak, he or she can
develop lung infections very easily. Close monitoring allows such
infections to be quickly treated.
Silicosis patients are routinely tested for tuberculosis because one
of the major side effects of silicosis is the development of
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Complies with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200
Date of Prep: 2127103
SECTION 1
SUNNYSIDE CORPORATION
225 CARPENTER AVENUE
WHEELING, ILLINOIS 60090
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
FOR INFORMATION:
(847) 541-5700
(847) 541-5700
(800) 424-9300
- SUNNYSIDE CORPORATION
- CHEM TREC
Product Class:
Trade Name:
Inorganic Add
HYDROCHLORIC ACID
(Muriatic Add)
Manufacturer's Code:
NPCA HMIS:
710
Health: 3
Fire; 0
ReacIivity. 1
Product Appearance and Odor: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid, pungen~ iITiIaIing odor.
. SECTION 2 -.HAZARDOUS iNGREDIENTS
OCCUPATIONAL I!XPOSURI! UMITS
ACGlH ACGlH OSHA OSHA
INGREDIENT CAS # PERCENT TLV TLV PEL PEL VAPOR PRESSURE
(iWA) (STEL) (iWA) (STEL)
Hydrogen Chloride 7647.Q1.Q 5PPM 5PPM 5PPM 5PPM Approximalely 35 MM Hg @
nOF.
(Ceiling) (Ceiing)
SECTION 3 .. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eye Conlacl:
ImmediaIeIy lush the eyes wiIh large quantity of water while hokIing the eyelids apat for at least 15 to 20 minutes.
Sewre eyeinju'Y can occur, parliaJIarIyif ritsing is delayed. Get medical attention immediately. Apply aJOI packs
on eyes while Iransporling victim to medical facility.
Remove contaminated cIolhing and shoes immediately. Wash affected area wilh soap and. large amounts of water
for at least 15 to 20 minutes. Incase of chemical bums, cover area with sterile, dry dressing. Keep affected area
aJOI. Get medical attention immediately.
Remow to fresh air. Administer oxygen as soon as possible (6 IIers per minute) if brealhilg is diIIiwIt. If not
breaIhing, gNe arIificiaI respillItion. Immediately contact a physician. Keep the victim warm and at rest
Do not iI1duce 'Illllliting. If conscious, give large amounls of water or milk. If vomiting peISisIs, administer fluids
repeaIedIy; . Maintain airway and lreal for shock. If 'Illllliting OOCUIS, keep head below hips 10 prevent aspiration. Get
medical aItenlion immediately.
Skin Contact:
Inhalation:
Ingestion:
SECTION 4 - PHYSICAL DATA
The following data represent approximate or typical values. They do not constitute product speciIicalions.
Boiling Range: Approx. 1830 (F) - LB.P. Vapor Density. Heavier than air
Evaporation Rate: Slower than ether % VoIalie By Volume: 100%
Weight Per GaIon: 9.661bs
SoIubilily in Water. 100 WI. % pH: <1.0
SECTION 5 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flammabifity Classification:
Flash Point
Lower Explosiw Unlit
Extinguishing Media:
Unusual FIIll and Explosion Hazards:
Special Fire Ftghting Procedures:
Non-8ammabIe
Not applicable
Not applcable
Use water spray, fog, foam, dry chemicals. carbon dioxide or other agenls as appropriate for surrounding fire.
Reacts wiIh adive melats (potassium, sodium, calcium, powdered aluminum, zinc, magnesium) to produce
flammable hydrogen.
Use self-contained breathing apparaIus and full proleclive acid resistant clothing. Water spray should be used to
aJOI fire exposed containers and to COI1lroI vapors.
I Trade Name:
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HYDROCHLORIC ACID
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SECTION fi - HEALTH HAZARD DATA.
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: 5 PPM - CeiIilg limit (ACGIH)
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
Acute Inhalation: Inhalation of fumes at lower IewIs may cause irritation and burning of the throat, CXlIJQhing and choking. M higher
levels (allow 50 PPM), inftammalion of the nose, throat or larynx, bronchitis, pneumonia, and headache may occur.
Severe cases may exhibit necrosis of the windpipe and bronchial epiIheIium, damage to pulmonary blood vessels
and emphysema.
Chronic Inhalation: Repealed or prolonged overexposure may cause erosion and discoloration of exposed teelh, chronic bronchitis and
gastritis.
Acute Eye Conlact Contact may cause severe irritation, conjundMtis, corneal necrosis and bums.
Chronic Eye Contact: Coojundivitis or effects sirlJ& to those for acute exposure may occur.
Acute Skin Contact: Conlacl may cause severe iniIation, inlammation, ulceration, necrosis and chemical bums.
Chronic Skin Contact: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause chrooic inilation and delmatitis. Photosensitization may also occur.
Acute Ingestion: Ingestion may cause bums of the mouth, throat, esophagus and sIDmach with pain, nausea, salivation, vomiting,
diarrhea, chiIs, shock and intense Ihirst Nephritis, fever and perforation of the intestinal IIacI, and cirCulatory
coUapse may occur.
Carcinogenicity: This product is not listed as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC or OSHA.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: IndMduals with pre-exisling diseases of the lungs may have inaeased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive
exposures.
SECTION 7 - REACTMTY DATA
Stability:
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):
Hazardous Dealmposilion Products:
Hazardous Polymerization:
Stable
Avoid contact with melals and stong oxidizers.
Avoid base and corrosive materials.
Flammable hydrogen gas can be produced by reaction with most metals and may form explosive mixtures with air.
Chlorine gas will be released by mixing wiIh stong oxidizers.
WiD notocwr.
SECTION 8 -SPILLOR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken in case material is spilled or released: Evacuate area and deny entry by unauthorized peISOIlnel. Do not breathe vapors, stay upwind. For
large spills, contain and pump into tanks, which have been constructed for Hydrochloric Acid service. Full acid resistant suits and seIf-rontained breathing
apparatus should be worn during emergency operations. Knock down vapors with water spray or water fog. Water used to knock down vapors may become
corrosive and should be contained properly for later disposal. Neu1ralize spilt with slaked lime, sodium bicarbonate or aushed limestone. Since neutralization
generates heat (exothermic reaction), the reaction can be violent The acid should be diluted and cooled before attempting to neutralize. Spills must be
neutralized and federal. stale and local regulations must be consulted before lIushing to sewer. For small spills, take up wiIh sand or other absorbent material
and react with dry alkali (soda ash or lime). Place into containers for IaIer disposal. Adhere to federal, stale and local regulations on reporting releases.
Waste disposal method: Landfill or neutralize in accordance with federal, state and local environmental regulations.
SECTION9..SAFEHANDUNG AND USE INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection:
Use NIOSHIMSHA approved IJCid.gas respi'ator for aeas where airborne exposure is excessive. Do not exceed
the working limits of the respi'ator.
Provide good general room venlilation to keep workroom concentration below current applicable OSHA safety and
heaIIh requi'ements (Section 2). Use local exhaust ventilation at points of vapor emission.
Wear protective gloves, such as rubber or neoprene, to minimize ski1 contact.
Chemical safety goggJes and a ruB faceshieId to prevent conIacl
Eye wash faciIty should be in close proximity. Use of rubberized coveraUs, rubber shoes. and emergency shower
avalability are recommended.
Ventilalion:
Proleclive Gloves:
Eye Protection:
Other Protective Equipment
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29 CFR 191O.1200.StandardmilStbe
consulttld for specificq:quirements
U.S. D~Partment Of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(Non-Mandatory Form)
Form Approved
OMS No. 1218-0072
IDENTI'tY (As Used on Labeland List)
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Note: Blank space. are not permitted. if any i'em is IWI applicable, or
Black i
40-80 30-
SECtION t
Manufacttlrer'SName
BlackI>i~moncl :Granules~ Inc.lAbrasive
Technologies, Inc.
Address
499 . Cottage. :Grove.Drive
Woodbury,MN . 551~9
information i. available, lhe spaces musl be marked 10 imJicate lhal
Emergency Telephone Number
651-436-6071
Telephone Number for Information
651-436-6071
Date Prepared: 14 January 2000.
Updated 3lJanuary 2007
Signature ofPreparer (optional) Janet L. Keyes, CIH
SECTION n ..,. Hazardous In~redientslldentitr Information
Hazardous components: '. " ". .','.' .'",', '., .
Black Diainond -abrasi\1e$ are stable; ,amorphQusglass-like compounds.
C stalline silica ( . uartz content varies from ncin-detectable to a maximum detected of 2.1 %
Chemical identi ' OSflA PEL ACOrn 1L v
Coal slag 15mg1m3 (total) 10 mglm3 (inhalable)
5m m3 (irable 3 m m3 (re irable)
14808-60-7 0-2% '., 03mg1m3 (respirable) 0.05 mglm3 (respirable)
Silica concentrations between 1.5% and 1.8% were found in 4 of 9
SampJes.of40..;80{average = 1.1%). One sample of30-60, taken in
1999 had Ii sili~a concentration of2.1%' all others have been <1%.
Crystalline silica
(quartz)
SECTIONm - Physical CharacteristiCs.
Boiling point > >2500 of SPecificgravity.(I-ljO = 1)
Vapor ~sure (mmHg) N/A Meltjng Point
Vapor Density{AIR-l) N/AEvaporation:Rate(Butyl acetate=l)
Solubility. in water Negligible Hardness
Appearanceand9<lor:.Blackgranular · solid, . no apparent. odor
SECTION IV --Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flashpoint(Method NI A Flammable limits: N/ A
used)
Extinguishing Media: none required
Special fire fightjngprocedures: None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None
2.65
2500 OF
N/A
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SECTION V - Reactivity Data
Stability Unstable
Stable X
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): none known
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: N/A
Hazardous Polymerization May.Occw-
Will Not Occur X
Conditions to avoid
None
Conditions to Avoid
None
Black Diamond Diamond Grit Blasting Abrasive 40-80 and 30-60
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Section VI - Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry Inhalation?
Yes E es, Yes Not si nificant
Health Hal.ards (Acute aIld Chronic): May cause mechanical irritation to eyes and skin. Low toxicity
by ingestion. Primarily hazardous by inhalation. Dust can cause mucous membrane irritation.
Re ated or extremel hi h ex osures to dust could cause neumoconiosis.
Carcinogenicity NTP? IARC? OSHA Regulated
No es for uartz) No ( es for uartz) No
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: Shortness of breath, coughing, impaired lung function
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Respiratory illnesses
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Ingestion: Drink large amounts of water. Skin: wash
with mild soap and water Inhalation: Move the person to fresh air; support breathing
SECTION vn - Precautions for Safe Handlin2 and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled
Follow established procedures for handling unregulated dusts and sands. Scoop or shovel into
container, controlling dust. The material can be wetted with water to control dust. If material
has been used for abrasive blasting,. the waste material may be contaminated from the blasting..
Waste Disposal Method:
May be disposed of in an approved landfill in accordance with all EP A, state, and county
disposal regulations. Disposal requirements may change once material has been used for abrasive
blasting
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing
Minimize inhalation and direct skin contact. Minimize dust generation. Respirator required in
enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces and all other work involving high exposure.
Other Precautions: .
Carefully follow all EP A, state, and county regulations
SECTION VIlI - Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
NIOSH approved Type CE airline respirator for abrasive blasting. NIOSH approved disposable
dust mask (N 1 00 recommended for comfort, rotection a ainst dust when urin material
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
To maintain ex sure below lL V /PEL None
Mechanical (General) Other
To maintain ex sure below lL V /PEL None
Eye Protection
Safe lasses or chemical 0 les
Protective Gloves:
Use loves to revent skin abrasion
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
Safety glasses and normal work clothing for limited exposure. Type CE abrasive blasting
respirator (including head and face protection) and sturdy coveralls to protect against high dust
levels and abrasive effects when doing abrasive blasting
W ork/Hygienic Practices
Normal practices.
The data in this material safety data sheet relate only to the specific material designated herein and does not
relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process. The iriformation is believed to be correct
as of the date issued Since the use of this iriformation and the conditions of use of the product are not within the
control of Black Diamond/Abrasive Technologies, it is the user's obligation to determine procedures for safe use
and disposal of the product and to follow the appropriate safe procedures.