PRE-EMERGENCY READINESS PLAN

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PRE-EMERGENCY READINESS PLANPRE-EMERGENCY: ODOR INVESTIGATION, WORKING ALOFT, LINE BREAK, AND HIGH-RISK MAINTENANCE/SERVICE

Date:__________________________Time: _________________________am/pm

Location (Hazard Zone): ____________________________________________Project Objective: __________________________________________________Project Lead and Repair Team: _______________________________________Technician Support: ________________________________________________COMMAND TEAM: RADIO CONNECTION IS PREFERRED. (SEE PP. 10-26)

• Contact Plant IC (radio, phone, text, etc.): _________________________• Lead Responder: ____________________ Notification: ______________• Evacuation: _________________________ Production: ______________• Other: ________________________________________________________

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: (SEE P. 49)

• Respiratory and Eyes - APR, SCBA, escape hood, goggles, face shield, safety glasses;

• Chemical monitor and Containment - handheld and/or fixed system; fire blanket or tarp

• Fire Threat Readiness - Fire extinguisher, fire blanket, arc-flash protection• Full Skin Protection - hood, gloves, splash protection, fire-rated overalls• Tools and Equipment - flash light, valve wrenches, other tools/equipment

needed for the job;• Ventilation and Containment - System or portable fans• Barricade and Signage - Cones/barrier tape, signs, fall protection, and

eye level wind indicatorsREPAIR READINESS: REVIEW EACH BOX WITH THE PROJECT TEAM.

• Hazard Zone - Risks, threats, isolation zone distance (100' to 500'), life safety concerns

• Operations Information - P&ID, SOP/SOG, playbooks, quick guide review (See pp. 2 and 49)

• Safety Measures - Lock out/tag out, confined space, hot work, fall protection, buddy system

• Emergency Readiness - Shower/eye wash, secure isolation zone, review LANCE (See pp. 10–11)

• Operator and Contractor Preparedness - For emergency shutdown readiness (See pp. 13–16)

• Fork Lift and Equipment - Safety and Rescue readinessII

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INDEX

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HAZARD READINESS

Emergency Alert Form ............................................................1 Hazard Analysis Quick Guide/Chemical Hazards ....................2–4 Escaping Ammonia and Uses of Water ...................................5Health, First Aid, Decontamination, and Triage ........................6–9

DISCOVERY

Plant IC/LANCE ......................................................................10–11 CAN Report ............................................................................12Lead Responder/SIMPLE Action Plan .....................................13–14Fire Control/Emergency Shutdown .........................................15–16Notification Unit Leader ..........................................................17–21Evacuation Group Supervisor/Access Control .........................22–26

INITIAL AND SUSTAINED RESPONSE

Plant Command Team/ICS-201-IAF ........................................27–30Integrating Command .............................................................31Public Safety Command and Control ......................................32–35Safety Officer/ICS 215A - Safety Analysis ...............................36–38Plans Section Chief/Situation Status Report ...........................39–41Hazmat Entry Team Leader .....................................................42Medical Officer ........................................................................43–44Logistics Section Chief/Staging Officer ...................................45–46Termination Order ...................................................................47

PPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Personal Protective Equipment ...............................................48–51Pressure Temperature/Release Estimator ................................52Zone Control Distances ..........................................................53Refrigeration Block Diagram ...................................................54Pressure Vessels ....................................................................55–56Ammonia Transportation .........................................................57–58Abbreviations and Acronyms ..................................................59–60Command Notes ....................................................................61–64ASTI Products ........................................................................65

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HAZARD READINESS: SECTION 1

HAZARD READINESS

HAZARD READINESS

Emergency Alert Form ............................................................1 Hazard Analysis Quick Guide/Chemical Hazards ....................2–4 Escaping Ammonia and Uses of Water ...................................5Health, First Aid, Decontamination, and Triage ........................6–9

Command Notes: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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HAZARD READINESSHAZARD READINESS

EMERGENCY ALERT FORM

Reported By: Date: Time: am/pm

Level of Concern: 1 2 3 Contained, Controlled, or Catastrophic

Level 1: Controlled and Level 2: Controlled Level 3: Uncontrolled Contained or Contained and Uncontained

� Odor/smoke investigation � Fire or release contained � Out of control/growing� Alarm sounding � Medical (single victim) � Rescue or multiple victims� Suspicious person/prank call � Unruly person � Violent act occurring� Bomb threat � Bomb search � Structural collapse � Power outage/water leak � Gas leak � Arc flash/explosion � Evidence of a bomb

Location of Problem (Hazard Assessment)

Chemical: Physical: Flammable: Exiting: Life safety concerns:

UPWIND DOWNWINDWind Direction

ProtectiveAction Zone

InitialIsolationZone Downwind Distance

1/2 Downwind Distance


SPILL

Isolation Zone Distance

Level 1: ~100 ft.Level 2: ~300 ft.Level 3: ~500 ft.Catastrophic: ~1,000 ft.Life Safety/Medical Emergency

Number injured: _________________ Number trapped: __________________Number missing: ________________ Nature of injuries: __________________________________________________

Condition Report

What do you see (cloud/smoke movement)? ___________________________

Smell (chemical/smoke)? ____________________________________________

Hear (hissing/popping)? _____________________________________________

Protective Action Distance (See p. 53)

Moderate to high wind > 6-12 mph shortens downwind plume threat.High humidity increases downwind plume threat.

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HAZARD READINESS HAZARD READINESS

Chemical/Physical Characteristics (See pp. 3–5)

Pressure and Release Estimate and Zone Control Distances (See pp. 52–53)

Nearest shower/eyewash and /or decon stations (Primary and Secondary locations)

Medical Treatment Plan -Worried well, walking wounded, acute health concerns (See pp. 6–9)

Personal Protective Equipment and Monitoring Control Zones and Entry (See pp. 48–51) NO entry into IDLH (300 PPM) without IC approval and backupVapor Protection: Level B < 5,000 PPM and Level A > 5,000 PPMFlammability = No entry > 15,000 PPM without mitigations and fl ash protectionAerosol Stream/Dense Gas: Level A with fl ash-fi re and cold temperature protection (especially gloves/boots)

Chemical Monitoring (fi xed and/or handheld): Control Zones and Entry Team

Hazard Analysis Quick GuideHazard Analysis: Health, Fire, Pressure, Instability, and Corrosiveness

Level of Concern: Trigger Points for Engagement

1 = Controlled and Contained: INCIDENTAL; optional 9-1-12 = Controlled or Contained: EVACUATE ISOLATION ZONE; 9-1-1 and Regulatory

3 = Uncontrolled and Uncontained, or High Life Threat: EMERGENCY; 9-1-1 and Regulatory

Life Safety: Isolation Zone (IZ), and Protective Action Distance (PAD)–AMMONIA

Small Release = 100 ft. PAD: 550 ft. or 0.1 mile

Large Release = 500 ft. PAD: Day = 0.5 miles; Night = 1.3 miles

Catastrophic Release = 1,000 ft. PAD: Track plume beyond 1.3 miles (See p. 35)

Wind movement: Eye-level wind indicators–Ground level turbulence and eddies and rooftop (windsock)

Escape: Lateral and upwind, seek help, shelter-in-place or self rescue (See p. 5)

Ammonia 7664-41-7 (Final) Expressed in PPM

10 min 30 min 60 min 4 hr 8 hr

AEGL 1 30 30 30 30 30AEGL 2 220 220 160 110 110AEGL 3 2,700 1,600 1,100 550 390

Acute Exposure Guideline Level

865-1 Ammonia Vapor Expansion Ratio @70˚F 1300-1 Absorption Ratio of Ammonia Vapor to Water

Note: Distances are estimates for the fi rst 30 minutes only.

HAZARD ANALYSIS QUICK GUIDE

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Chemical/Physical Characteristics (See pp. 3–5)

Pressure and Release Estimate and Zone Control Distances (See pp. 52–53)

Nearest shower/eyewash and /or decon stations (Primary and Secondary locations)

Medical Treatment Plan -Worried well, walking wounded, acute health concerns (See pp. 6–9)

Personal Protective Equipment and Monitoring Control Zones and Entry (See pp. 48–51) NO entry into IDLH (300 PPM) without IC approval and backupVapor Protection: Level B < 5,000 PPM and Level A > 5,000 PPMFlammability = No entry > 15,000 PPM without mitigations and fl ash protectionAerosol Stream/Dense Gas: Level A with fl ash-fi re and cold temperature protection (especially gloves/boots)

Chemical Monitoring (fi xed and/or handheld): Control Zones and Entry Team

Hazard Analysis Quick GuideHazard Analysis: Health, Fire, Pressure, Instability, and Corrosiveness

Level of Concern: Trigger Points for Engagement

1 = Controlled and Contained: INCIDENTAL; optional 9-1-12 = Controlled or Contained: EVACUATE ISOLATION ZONE; 9-1-1 and Regulatory

3 = Uncontrolled and Uncontained, or High Life Threat: EMERGENCY; 9-1-1 and Regulatory

Life Safety: Isolation Zone (IZ), and Protective Action Distance (PAD)–AMMONIA

Small Release = 100 ft. PAD: 550 ft. or 0.1 mile

Large Release = 500 ft. PAD: Day = 0.5 miles; Night = 1.3 miles

Catastrophic Release = 1,000 ft. PAD: Track plume beyond 1.3 miles (See p. 35)

Wind movement: Eye-level wind indicators–Ground level turbulence and eddies and rooftop (windsock)

Escape: Lateral and upwind, seek help, shelter-in-place or self rescue (See p. 5)



AEGL 1 30 30 30 30 30AEGL 2 220 220 160 110 110AEGL 3 2,700 1,600 1,100 550 390

Acute Exposure Guideline Level

865-1 Ammonia Vapor Expansion Ratio @70˚F 1300-1 Absorption Ratio of Ammonia Vapor to Water

Note: Distances are estimates for the fi rst 30 minutes only.

QUICK GUIDE HAZARD INFORMATION

FLAMMABILITY RECOMMENDATIONS

• Watch out at 15,000; 10,000 PPM if mixed with compressor oil• Move out at 20,000; 10,000 PPM if mixed with compressor oil• High flammability threat at 40,000 PPM; 35,000 if mixed with

compressor oil

NH3 CHEMICAL HAZARDS






SPILL

(See p. 5 Escaping Ammonia)

TYPES OF RELEASE: MOVE LATERAL AND UPWIND (See pp. 2–5)

Aerosols: High threat (chemical/thermal burn and downwind plume)• Aerosol stream will form sub-zero temperatures (up to -60°F to -80°F)• Dense gas clouds generate a visible dense gas cloud (buoyant) • Reactive when mixed with acids or halogens, e.g., chlorine, iodine,

and bromineVapor: Moderate threat (can’t see the ammonia plume)

• Initially is buoyant at ground level but quickly rises when in dry/warm, and/or windy weather (See pp. 35, 52–53)

• Downwind distance longer at night• Cold temperature, fog and high humidity slows vapor diffusion

Liquid: Lowest threat when isolated and contained• Boils -28°F but liquid will sub-cool to -40°F to -60°F• Stable unless mixed with H2O (See p. 5)• Reactive when mixed with acids or halogens, e.g., chlorine, iodine,

and bromine

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AMMONIA REFRIGERATION PIPE MARKER IDENTIFICATION

The 5 components of an Ammonia Pipe Marker

PROPERTY CONDITION/VALVE

Color/Plume Model Colorless/white gas (condensation) (See p. 35)

Physical State Liquid, aerosol stream, dense gas cloud, vapor

Boiling Point -28°F or -33°C at sea level

pH/Toxicity 11.6 to 13.8 for NH4OH/Toxicity (See pp. 6–7)

Upper Explosive Limit 28% or 280,000 PPM (See p. 3)

Lower Explosive Limit 15% or 150,000 PPM (12% NH3 with mineral oil)

Ignition Temperature 1204°F or 651°C (See p. 3)

Odor Threshold 5 – 25 PPM (See pp. 6–7)

Vapor Density 0.6 – Air is 1.0 (Lighter than air when in vapor.)

Specific Gravity 0.68 – Water is 1.0 (Do NOT put water on liquid, aerosol stream, or aerosol dense gas cloud.)

Mix Rates 865 – 1 ammonia vaporization into air; 1,300 –1 absorption into H20

Evaporation Rate 6.8 lbs. per hour per sq. foot of liquid @ 70°F

Vapor Pressure 114 psig at 70°F (See p. 52)

Uses of Water Pros and Cons (See p. 5)

NH3 CHEMICAL HAZARDS

LTRS AMMONIALIQ

VAP

LOW

1 2 3 4 5

1 Piping Abbreviation

2 Physical State • Refrigerant in Liquid State: LIQ printed on Yellow Band• Refrigerant in Vapor State: VAP printed on Lt. Blue

Band

3 Marker Body• The pipe marker body shall be SAFETY ORANGE in

color. Following the color guidelines by ANSI” 2535.1 Safety Colour Code.

• With the Refrigerant Name “AMMONIA” printed in Black.

4 Pressure Level• Pressure in excess of 70 PSIG: HIGH printed on Red

Band• Pressure equal to or less than 70 PSIG: LOW printed

on Green Band

5 Directional Arrow• Arrows are required for indication of the pope content

directional flow.• Place arrows at one or both ends of the marker. LEFT

or RIGHT (INSERT arrows)

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HAZARD READINESS

USES OF WATER

Escaping dense gas or vapor cloud

• Close eyes, hold breath, and escape laterally and upwind or move inside a building or vehicle.

• A wet towel or anything that will screen the breathing air (such as a piece of clothing) will help.

• Signal for help while moving to decon (tap head and choking signal) (See p. 42).

• Bathroom shower: Turn on the shower or use a steady face wash from a sink or hose line.

• Decon flush from a hose line: the nozzle must be on a low pressure flush with high volume water directed on the burn area(s)

• Remove clothing and thoroughly wash ALL chemically exposed areas (15 minutes to treat redness to 30 minutes to treat blisters)

Cautions About Use of Water

Generally speaking, water on an ammonia release is not the best course of action. ONLY use after reviewing the following bullet points.

• Watch out: Ammonia vapor escapes high concentration aqueous solution and moves for the same distance as Anhydrous, and it travels lower to the ground with higher pH reaction to eyes and skin.

• Watch-outs: Water may add heat and pressure when sprayed on a pressure vessel (unless water temperature is cooler than the pressure vessel)

• Water run-off: Contain run-off and assure that pH is below acceptable regulatory limits (consult environmental regulators).

• Downwind receptors: Water mixed with dense gas, aerosol stream, or with liquid ammonia creates corrosive vapors that irritate respiratory system, eyes, and skin (faster than anhydrous ammonia).

• Water curtain objective: Establish a water fog stream to absorb the invisible ammonia vapor (NOT to be applied on ammonia liquid or on a dense white cloud of ammonia).

• Wide fog: Used to reduce threat during escape from a high-vapor location (consider high pressure portable fan instead of water).

• Narrow fog: For extending a rain-like effect over the top of a vapor release.

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HAZARD QUICK GUIDE

5 50 500 1,000 2,000 10,000 50,000

5 to 20Detectable

150 to 200General

DiscomfortEye Tearing

700Permanent

Eye DamageBegins

1,700Coughing

Bronchial Spasms

10,000Skin Damage

Begins

Visible CloudImmediately Fatal

Serious Edema Asphyxia

Rapidly Fatal2,700 PPM

May be fatal

40,000Visible Cloudw/Moisture

25TWA

PEL inSomeStates

35STEL

50Detectable

By AllFed OSHA PEL

300IDLHSCBA

Required

NOTE: ALL VALUES IN PARTS PER MILLION (PPM)

Avoid injury by engaging Pre-emergency Readiness SOP (See pp. II, 49–50) Escape Planning (See p. 5), Rapid Entry Rescue (See pp. 29 and 33)

5 – 50 PPM: Odor threshold

250 – 500 PPM: General discomfort and minor injury threat – IDLH 250 – 300 PPM for 30 minutes exposure

• Vapor decon with fan

500 – 1,500 PPM: Eye, nose, throat irritation – Generally not serious if under 30 minutes of exposure

• Eye wash >700 ppm; skin exposure to vapor (with no burns) decon with fan

1,500 – 2,500 PPM: Severe eye, nose, throat irritation – coughing/bronchial spasms – medical diagnosis is needed for chemical bronchitis or pneumonia developing over first 24 hours

• Eye wash and vapor decon with fan or water if exposure includes any sign of burns such as redness or blistering (See pp. 29 and 33)

2,500 – 5,000 PPM: Edema, asphyxia, skin sting; may be fatal in 10 to 30 minutes or less

• Eyewash and/or shower for eye or skin burns; air decon for vapor exposure with no burns

10,000 – 30,000 PPM: Immediately fatal; skin damage redness, sloughing, and blistering

• Decon with water 15 minutes for redness, 30 for blistering

10,000 – 40,000 PPM: Flammability concerns; a visible cloud starts at 15,000 – 20,000 PPM depending on humidity and temperature

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AEGL 1 30 30 30 30 30

AEGL 2 220 220 160 110 110

AEGL 3 2,700 1,600 1,100 550 390

865-1 Ammonia Vapor Expansion Ratio @ 70°F 1,300-1 Absorption Ration of Ammonia Vapor to Water

See www.epa.gov/oppt/aegl/

First 30 Minutes Medical Treatment Considerations (See pp. 8–9)

AEGL: Acute Exposure Guideline Levels

AEGL-1:

Minor Exposure: 8-hour permissible exposure • Distinctive acrid smell 25 – 50 PPM

Low Exposure: Medic observation for signs of respiratory distress• Less than 30 minutes of exposure to 50 – 220 PPM

AEGL-2:

Moderate Exposure: Advanced medical evaluation recommended• Recovery with possible future limitations 220 – 2,700 PPM for 10 to 30

minute exposure• Seek medical treatment if symptoms worsen (e.g., lung sounds or

chest pains, or respiratory stress, pain with deep breathes)AEGL-3:

Acute Exposure: Advanced medical treatment required• Recovery with limitations or may lead to death; 2,700 – 10,000 PPM for

short term; 5,000 PPM for more than 30 minutes is viableSee www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofilesNote: Seek medical evaluation if respiratory symptoms worsen (e.g., lung sounds or chest pain) over the first 24 hours (may be chemical bronchitis).Note: Air purifying respirator prevents eye and respiratory injury.

AEGL

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FIRST AID AND DECONTAMINATION

This First Aid page is supported by Medical Triage on page 9.

Inhalation – Fresh air and/or medic-administered oxygen – “rattling” lung sounds require medical follow up; symptoms should begin to develop within 3 to 5 minutes after escape; in many cases the odor and throat/nose irritation will linger 2 to 24 hours. Vapor exposure decon can be accomplished with an exhaust fan. (See pp. 6–7)

Ingested NH3 – Maintain airway, no vomiting, small amount of water if conscious and alert, seek medical care immediately.

Skin Burns – Vapor concentrations can cause skin irritation; skin burns are likely when directly exposed to 10,000 to 30,000 PPM vapor, to liquid, or aerosol exposure.

Decon – Use high-pressure fan for vapor decontamination and water for eye injury, skin redness, or burns. Decon hose line with high volume/low pressure nozzle is recommended to augment shower and eye wash.Remove clothing (including shoes and socks) immediately unless frozen to skin; use water (tepid 60°F to 100°F) to flush and thoroughly rinse burn area (skin and/or eyes) for at least 15 minutes (redness) and 30 minutes (blistering). Contaminated clothing will cause skin burns.

Eyes – Wear eye protection because an aerosol droplet may enter the eye and cause blindness. Vapor exposure will cause eye damage at >700 PPM. Avoid wearing contact lenses when in an atmosphere NH3.

Heart – Call 9-1-1 to summon professional medical response. If cardiac arrest occurs (no pulse) start chest compressions, (about one per second) two fingers up from bottom of the sternum. Keep doing chest compressions until relieved by a trained medical responder.

Heat – Lay or sit the victim down in a cool place, cool neck, armpits, and groin with a wet towel(s); monitor blood pressure; give water to drink if the victim is conscious and alert. Seek advanced medical care if the victim is not responsive and/or showing signs of shock.

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MEDICAL TRIAGECATEGORY 1. WORRIED-WELL

Minor Health Effects

Limited exposure to ammonia vapor will cause minor symptoms that are reversible. Ammonia causes irritation when it touches fluids in the eyes, nose, and mouth. Symptoms include:

• blinking, itching, and watering of eyes

• runny nose• coughing• skin burning sensation

CATEGORY 2. WALKING – WOUNDED

Moderate Health Effects

Limited exposure to dense ammonia vapor will cause moderate symptoms that are likely to be reversible. These symptoms must be monitored:

• severe eye irritation and tearing• coughing• bronchial spasm• chest pain

• shortness of breath• airway spasms• increased fluid in the lungs• severe chest pain

First Aid – Fresh air and/or medic-administered oxygen – “rattling” lung sounds require medical follow up; in many cases the odor and throat/nose irritation will linger 2 to 24 hours. If symptoms worsen seek medical care.CATEGORY 3. ACUTE HEALTH CONCERNS

Extended exposure to dense ammonia vapor is life threatening, causing:

• chemical bronchitis• fluid accumulation in the lungs• chemical burns of the skin• death

Advanced medical care and medical follow up required.See atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles for more medical information about NH3

Note: Permanent lung damage has not been associated with acute ammonia exposure except when the exposure concentrations were near lethal levels, or when chemical bronchitis develops.

Types of Ammonia Injuries

• Asphyxiation• Respiratory stress• Eye injury• Skin chemical burn• Freeze injury• Ingestion

Associated Symptoms

• Shock, nausea• Cardiac event

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DISCOVERY: SECTION 2

DISCOVERY

DISCOVERY

Plant IC/LANCE ......................................................................10–11 CAN Report ............................................................................12Lead Responder/SIMPLE Action Plan .....................................13–14Fire Control/Emergency Shutdown .........................................15–16Notification Unit Leader ..........................................................17–21Evacuation Group Supervisor/Access Control .........................22–26

Command Notes: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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PLANT ICPlant Command Team – First 30 Minutes

Action Plan

• Assemble the Plant Command Team (See pp. 27–30)• Engage LANCE, SIMPLE, and Liaison with Public Safety to control,

contain, and recover from the emergency.

Conditions - First Hazard Assessment (See p. 2)

• Hazard Zone Location– Level of concern 1, 2, or 3? ________________• Cause, and size of the problem: _________________________________

_____________________________________________________________• Life safety in the Isolation Zone (See Blue Playbook): ______________

_____________________________________________________________

Actions - Plant IC moves to Hazard Zone and Assumes Command

Attention, this is the Plant IC; I am assuming command of a level ____________ emergency located at the _________________________ Hazard Zone. Emergency involves _______________________, isolation distance is ___ feet. The Command Post is located at ____________________________, emergency Response Team to report to _____________________. The command frequency is _________________.

Obtain Status Reports - Notification Unit Leader - Situation Status Report

• CAN report from Lead Responder (See pp. 12–13)• Accountability Report from Evacuation Supervisor (See pp. 22–26)• Situation Status Report from Notification Leader (See pp. 17–21)• Hazard Assessment (See pp. 2–4)

Needs

• Secure the Isolation Zone and alternative upwind Command Post• Accountability for all personnel• CAN Report for first arriving Public Safety Responders (See p. 12)• Rescue (See pp. 29 and 33) – medical – decontamination

(See pp. 6–9)• Emergency Shutdown/Ventilation Support • Control and containment plan (See pp. 32–34)• Evaluate concentration and downwind distance of plume (See p. 35)

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ENGAGE LANCE

Life Safety: Save yourself – escape lateral, upwind, and/or shelter inside a building. (See pp. 3 and 5)Immediately report the need for rescue, decon, or medical care.Pre-emergency Readiness will save your life. (See pp. I and 49)

Alert: Supervisor or the Plant Incident Command Team. Move out of the Isolation Zone – 100' small, 500' large, and 1,000' catastrophic.Be aware of wind turbulence and the effect of buildings, alleyways, etc. (See Alert Form p. 1)

Notify: See Notification Unit Leader Checklist. (See pp. 17–21)

Command and Control: Plant IC to assume command and communicate the following: (See pp. 27–30)

Nature of emergency and level of concern 1, 2, or 3? _____

Hazard Zone location: _________________________________________

Isolation Zone distance (100' to 1,000'): _________________________

Incident Command Post location: _______________________________

Situation status, hazard assessment, life safety, emergency shutdown: ________________________________________

Plant IC to assign Command Team: Lead Responder, Evacuation Group Supervisor, and Notification Unit Leader.

Evacuation Group Supervisor: Establish a Movement Plan and designate the Rally Points and or/ Assembly Areas. (See pp. 3, 5, 22–26)

Account for all employees, contractors, visitors, and truck driversShelter-in-place: Move into a building, close windows and doors. Shutdown heating and air conditioning and seal the doorways. If vapor comes into the building, move to a bathroom and turn on the shower, and/or place a wet washcloth over nose and mouth.

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DISCOVERY DISCOVERY

CAN REPORT (All-Hazard Response Cards - p. 12) Conditions: What’s happening now? Emergency Alert Form

Anyone hurt or missing? Evacuation status, rescue, decon, medical?

Where is the leak? High-side or Low side, hazard zone?

Can you reduce or control it? Reduce pressure, vent, king valve?

Senior Official or Plant Incident Commander Assuming Command

Type of event: Aerosol, dense gas, vapor, liquid, fire, overpressure?

Hazard Zone location: _________________________ Review Master Map

Level of concern - 1,2, or 3: ________ Confined/Contained/Controlled

Isolation Zone 100’ to 500’: _____________ 1,000’ for catastrophic event

Command Post location: ___________________Upwind with 2nd choice

Wind movement: ________________ Roof-downwind, eye-level-escape

Actions: What have you done so far? Escaping ammonia

Evacuation staging - inside/outside: ______________________________

Emergency shutdown - SIMPLE: __________________________________

Facility access (in/out) controls: __________________________________

Notification/Documentation/Communications: ___________________

Needs: What do you need now? 30-Minute Plan

Rescue Plan - under 5,000 ppm: __________________________________

Medical/decon: _________________________________________________

Back-up for emergency shutdown: _______________________________

Downwind/Downstream receptors - Protective Action 0.5 to 1.3 mi.

Ventilation support: ______________________________________________

Confine, Contain, Control/Diffuse, Divert, Dilute: ________________ Safety Officer: ___________________________________________________

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LEAD RESPONDER

Action Plan

• Life safety within the Isolation Zone and need for Rescue Operations

• Hazard assessment in the Isolation Zone (pressure/leak location)

• Initiate emergency shutdown procedures (See pp. 13–14, and 16)

Conditions

Report to the Plant IC• Description of problem, what do you see, smell, hear? • Life safety and rescue needs within the Isolation Zone.• Confirm the recommended size of the Isolation Zone.

Actions

Secure the Isolation Zone and perform hazard assessment - determine status of NH3 release - escalating, contained, or stable?

• Manage the life safety concerns in the Isolation Zone.• Wear appropriate PPE when working in or near the Isolation Zone.• Engage Emergency Shutdown, decon, medical, and rescue. • Communicate an updated CAN Report to Plant IC. (See p. 12)• Setup eye-level wind indicators at the border of the Isolation Zone.

Needs

Engage the SIMPLE Emergency Shutdown Plan:

Sources of Ignition and fire threat management (watchout at 10,000 PPM, move out at 20,000 PPM, potential catastrophic threat at 40,000 PPM).

Isolate the problem, Set the high/low liquid control point and isolate the supply to the leak point (avoid trapping liquid).

Manage Pressure: High or low-side pressure management.

Pressurized Ventilation with Protection Plan for downwind.

LANCE Again: Re-check life safety and Emergency Shutdown actions.

Emergency Response Plan: IAP and Safety Plan. (See back of 30-Minute Plan and pp. 27–30.)

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Sources of ignition: Confined gas cloud? Shutdown electrical, gas-fired appliances and other sources of ignition, and begin emergency ventilation. (See pp. 15–16)

Isolation: Consider closing the King Valve and isolating upstream and downstream without trapping liquid; reduce system flow and volume supplying release.

Manage Pressure: High-side – Consider shutdown of compressors; Low-side – lower suction pressure and control new heat.

Pressurized Ventilation: Plan for vented vapor dispersion downwind and within the facility.

LANCE: Ensure that the Isolation Zone life safety concerns are accounted for and that 9-1-1 and mandatory calls are made.

Emergency Response Plan: Plant IC to write an Incident Action Plan and Safety Plan (back of 30-Minute Plan).

SIMPLE PLAN OF ACTION

Strategy: Emergency Shutdown as per Plant SOPTactics: Green Playbook/SIMPLE (See pp. 13–14, and 16)

Note: See pp. 29 and 33 for Rapid Entry Rescue Checklist.See pp. 5–8 for First Aid, Decon, and Triage.

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FIRE CONTROL – CALL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELYFire spreads at 50 times its volume every minute!

Class A – Common combustible: Cool, smother, or remove the fuel; move or cool the exposures (neighboring fuel); investigate for hidden fire in walls, ceiling, or subfloor.

Class B – Flammable liquids: Low flash-point fuels are faster spreading; vapors are usually heavier than air, will travel for long distances and; may flash burn with force. Contain (cover) with an appropriate dry chemical or foam extinguishing agent; ventilate vapors to the outside.

Class C – Electrical: Unplug or shutdown circuit breaker or main breaker.• Arc Flash – blown circuit MAY continue to arc with high power arc flash

until supply power is shut off from the street or main service – wear PPE!• Avoid use of water until circuitry is shutdown and secure.

Fire Extinguishers: A 10# fire extinguisher will discharge in 8 to 10 seconds.• Request response of a backup extinguisher.• Have the exit to your back for safe escape.• Check the condition/readiness of extinguisher.• Pull the pin; aim at the base of flame at 20 feet and move forward;

cautiously squeeze lever and sweep side to side.• Back off cautiously, being aware that the fire may suddenly flash again.

Contain the fire – Close the doors; determine the location of the fire; be aware of the potential for hidden fire in walls, ceilings, and sub-floor.ALWAYS call the fire department for help.Stop fires when they are small by going after them with plenty of resources. A free-burning fire or hidden fire can suddenly flash and run rapidly!

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EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN

Note: Review Green PlaybookSOURCES OF IGNITION: DEFENSIVE HAZARD ROOM CONTROLS

Concern for flammability at 10,000 PPM within a room or confined area; high threat for visible dense gas cloud (very cold atmosphere).

1. Immediately Turn on emergency fans. Consider use of positive pressure portable fans if built-in ventilation is not adequate.

2. Shutdown of Sources of Ignition between 10,000 to 20,000 PPM.3. Evaluate the downwind receptor concerns for exhaust venting from

positive pressure ventilation.Consider a 500' to 1,000' Isolation Zone when venting a dense gas cloud.ISOLATE AND/OR TRANSFER LIQUID

Locate the release point: Reduce or re-direct the liquid feeding the release. Cover and contain the release if safe to do so.

1. Isolate upstream valve(s). Consider closing the King Valve or other control valve that would separate high/low sides (avoid trapping liquid).

2. Transfer or pump the liquid supply to the release point to a safe location (may require new heat or pressure to move the liquid). Move as much leak source liquid as possible to a safe storage location before shutting down compressors.

PRESSURE MANAGEMENT

Objective: Pressure management. Reduce high-side pressure by moving stored energy (heat/pressure) away from the problem area (turn on all windblower fans). For low-side, stop sending new energy out to the problem area (shut down evaporator fans).CAUTION: Prevent hydraulic shock when closing valves.

• Develop a process hazard analysis (PHA) to evaluate high-and low-side pressure management.

• Avoid fast actions such as terminating a hot gas defrost cycle and causing a sudden surge or shock.

VENTILATION (SEE P. 34)

• Engage emergency mechanical or positive pressure ventilation• Ensure clear access for air intake• Prepare downwind receptors for the vapor movement• Maintain ventilation air intake return vent air must be kept clear of

obstruction for mechanical ventilation.

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NOTIFICATION UNIT LEADER CHECKLIST

Action Plan

• Make the appropriate notifications, document all major events.• Assist the Plant IC as a scribe and monitor Command Communications. • Develop Situation Status Report. (See pp. 40–41)• Work with the Plant IC to facilitate media reports.

Conditions: Receive status report from the Plant IC

• Hazard Zone: _________________________________________________• Level of concern 1, 2, or 3? _____________________________________• Isolation distance: ______________________________________________• Injury Report: __________________________________________________• Command Post Location: _______________________________________

Actions: Manage telephone contacts and record critical actions

• Make (or assign) the pre-authorized emergency notifications.• Document emergency response activities and critical notifications.• Assure radio contact is working for the Command Team.

Needs

• Assemble the Notification Team. (See pp. 17–21)• Wear appropriate PPE when working near Isolation Zone.• Setup the Call Team and message system (incoming and outgoing).• Move to the Incident Command Post to assist the Plant IC and order

communications equipment support (radio or phone connection).• Monitor communications for the Plant IC.• Document (ICS 214 on p. 21) all critical actions during the incident.• Relay messages for the Plant IC.• Update the Situation Status Report. (See pp. 40–41)• Relay media information to the Plant IC and support the development of

a media message.

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EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION DETAILS

Plant Location (name):

Public Safety Response Jurisdiction: __________________________________

Plant address: _____________________________________________________

Business contact phone: ____________________________________________

Directions from nearest ave., blvd., or freeway: __________________________ __________________________________________________________________

Special response details (respond upwind): _____________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Mandatory Contacts: Notification Status Form (See p. 12)

Local Emergency Response Phone: 9-1-1 and LEPC ____________________

Reportable Quantity: _______________________________________________

State Emergency Response Phone: __________________________________

Reportable Quantity: _______________________________________________

Federal NRC Phone: (800) 424-8802 __________________________________

Reportable Quantity: (100 lbs. released within 24 hours) _________________

Other Emergency Contacts

Command Team (cell/home) (See p. 12): ______________________________

Local storm water/wastewater phone: _________________________________

Air district phone: __________________________________________________

Utilities (gas and electric) phone: ______________________________________

Fish and wildlife phone: _____________________________________________

Security services phone:_____________________________________________

Systems repair contractor phone: _____________________________________

Corporate Contacts

Local/ Regional Phone: ______________________________________________

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PLANT COMMAND TEAM 24 HOUR CONTACT

Plan IC:

Name Cell Other

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________

Lead Responder:

Name Cell Other

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________

Notification Unit Leader:

Name Cell Other

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________

Evacuation Group Supervisor:

Name Cell Other

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________Technical Specialist:

Name Cell Other

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________

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NOTIFICATION STATUS FORMAmmonia CAS #7664-41-7, UN #3318, and DOT 1005 (Guide 125)

Your name: _______________________________________________________Position: __________________________________________________________Contact phone: ____________________________________________________Date: _______________________________ Time: _______________ AM/PMPlan IC

Name: ___________________________________________________________Command Post Location: ___________________________________________

Emergency Status

Fire: _____________________________________________________________Medical (See pp. 6–9, and 43–44): ___________________________________Nearby life hazards (See Blue Playbook and Master Map): ____________ __________________________________________________________________Chemical release (vapor, dense gas aerosol, aerosol stream, liquid): (See pp. 2–4) _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Location of emergency (Hazard Zone See Master Map): _________________________________________________________________________________Injuries or rescue (number of trapped, location, status): ____________________________________________________________________________________Status of release (Incidental, contained, controlled, out of control): ___________________________________________________________________________Responding agencies (access route concerns and meeting location on site): (See pp. 1, 18, and Blue Playbook): ___________________________________________________________________________________________________Environmental concerns (sewer, storm drain, surface water, downwind/down-stream): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________(See Situation Status Report PP. 40–41)

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1. Incident Name: 2. OperationalPeriod:

Date From: Date To: Time From: am/pm Time To: am/pm

3. Name: 4. ICS Position: 5. Home Agency (and Unit):

6. Resources Assigned:Name ICS Position Home Agency (and Unit)

7. Activity Log:Date/Time Notable Activities

8. Prepared by: Name: Position/Title:

ICS 214, Page 1 Signature: Date/Time: am/pm

ICS 214 Unit LogICS 214 UNIT LOG

Notes:

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EVACUATION GROUP SUPERVISOR

Action Plan

• Move people to Rally Points and/or Assembly Area(s).• Account for all employees and visitors.• Appoint an Access Control Officer to control access to/from the plant.

Conditions

Receive the Situation Status Report from the Plant IC. • Hazard Zone: _________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________• Level of concern 1, 2, or 3? _____________________________________• Isolation distance (100' to 500' or 1,000' catastrophic): _______________

_____________________________________________________________• Wind and vapor plume movement: _______________________________

_____________________________________________________________

Actions

• Assemble Evacuation Command Team (See p. 27)• Define the Evacuation Movement Plan from Rally Point to

Assembly Areas.• Announce the Rally Points and or/ Assembly Areas and the Movement

Plan out of the Isolation Zone.• Priority evacuation concern for those located in or near the

Isolation Zone.• Obtain an Accountability Report for all employees, visitors, contractors,

and other non-responders on site.• Monitor wind and plume movement.• Secure the Rally Points and or/ Assembly Areas.

Needs

• Wear appropriate PPE when working near the Isolation Zone.• Control access to/from plant.• Meet first arriving Public Safety Responders and guide them to the

Incident Command Post.• Stage the incoming traffic upwind from the Isolation Zone.

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EVACUATION SUPERVISOR ACTION PLAN

EVACUATION: Safe Refuge and Shelter In Place Details

Shelter In Place (SIP) Checklist Issues

Ammonia Exposure Protection Options

� Secure exterior and interior doors and windows sealed

� Identify the escape route to secondary rally point

� Shut down heating and air conditioning systems (if the system circulates outside air)

� Shut down exhaust fans and fire dampers that bring outside air into the refuge area

� Emergency contact (radio, telephone, other)

� Supervisor to monitor the progress of the emergency release and plan future movement of evacuees as approved by the IC or Evacuation Group Supervisor or IC

� Use bathroom shower, sink faucets, or other sources of water with a medium flow cold water

� Place wet wash cloth over mouth and nose to absorb ammonia vapor; rinse and reapply if vapor begins to penetrate

� Flush eyes with water if irritated

� Notify the Evacuation Zone Coordinator or IC, or 9-1-1 of your status

� Remain calm: you will smell ammonia at low levels, it causes irritation far before it becomes dangerous (odor >5 PPM/danger >300 PPM)

� NEVER attempt to escape through a dense gas cloud!

Attention all supervisors and employees, the Plant IC has requested an evacuation order for a (nature of emergency) located at Hazard #_____ located at _____________Stay at least (isolation distance) feet from the Hazard Zone and move upwind to your closest evacuation Rally Point and do a head count.Do not move through smoke or chemical clouds.

Check eye-level wind and announce:Attention all supervisors, move your employees and visitors to (inside or outside the Assembly Area).Report the status of your head count and personnel not accounted for to the Evacuation Supervisor or in his/her absence the Plant IC.

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ACCESS CONTROL OFFICER CHECKLIST

Action Plan

� Coordinate with the Plant IC and/or Evacuation Group Supervisor to control access to the Plant.

� Coordinate with law enforcement to assure access to the plant by off-duty responders, contractors, and technical specialists requested by the Incident Commander

� Assure that critical gates and exit ways are unlocked and accessible by emergency responders. (See Master Map)

� Control access to all entry points - assign gate monitors. � Direct public safety, off duty, and contract responders to the command post.

� Monitor security cameras and other surveillance information to assure that personnel are properly evacuated;

� Request Security to investigate suspicious activities or movement of personnel into restricted locations such as the Isolation Zone.

� Work with security and law enforcement to set up a customer and truck traffic plan, to include properly located staging areas.

Special Needs

� Assure that the Access Control team wears proper personal protective equipment and identification vests.

� Coordinate with the Logistics Chief and/or Staging Officer to coordinate the movement of vehicles and equipment to staging areas.

� Post proper signage and site access controls � Monitor wind and plume movement to assure that all access control monitors are safe.

� Establish a media information connection between reporters and the assigned public information officer (Notification Unit Leader may be appointed as the public information liaison for the Plant Incident Commander)

� Work through the Plant IC and/or the Evacuation Group Supervisor to integrate reporting and coordinating responsibilities with public safety.






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ASSEMBLY POINT SUPERVISORGENERAL DUTIES:

• Report to the IC for assignment to the Evacuation Group Supervisor• Receive employees and visitors to the Rally Point or Assembly Area;

coordinate status/care with the Evacuation Group Supervisor.• Ensure that Rally Points and or Assembly Areas are a safe distance from

vapor or smoke contamination.• Monitor eye-level wind for ground level operations and roof-top wind sock

for downwind plume movement receptor concerns. (See Master Map)• Inside shelter locations: Control the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

air intake to reduce potential room contamination.• Obtain approval of the Evacuation Group Supervisor or IC before releasing

employees or visitors from Rally Points and or Assembly Areas.• All visitors and employees to sign in and sign out of Rally Points or

Assembly Areas. (Sample form on next page.)

Quick Guide Operational Concerns

Radio connection with Evacuation Group SupervisorReport missing persons and a head count to Evacuation Group SupervisorDevelop a Movement Plan if the safety of the Rally Points and or Assembly Areas become threatenedReview AEGL PPM on Hazard Information Summary (See pp. 6–7) to understand the exposure concerns

Prepare the Rally Points and or/Assembly Areas

• Secure from vapor• Monitor levels of vapor and/

or smokeManage emergency medical concerns (See pp. 8–9, and 43–44)Assure climatic and other environmental comforts for the evacuees

• Wear appropriate PPE when working near the Isolation Zone.

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EVACUATION CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT FORM

Page 1 of __

Obtain IC approval before releasing employees, visitors and other personnel; establish a safe movement plan and fill in the check-out time and evacuee initials before release.Evacuation Group Supervisor:_________________________Refuge Manager:____________________________________

Name and Phone Check-In Time

Initials Check-Out Time

Initials

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Plant Command Team ............................................................27–30Integrating Command .............................................................31Public Safety Command and Control ......................................32–35Safety Officer/ICS 215A - Safety Analysis ...............................36–38Plans Section Chief/Situation Status Report ...........................39–41Hazmat Entry Team Leader .....................................................42Medical Officer ........................................................................43–44Logistics Section Chief/Staging Officer ...................................45–46Termination Order ...................................................................47

Command Notes: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM

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Plant Command Team Organization ChartShift Coverage Date

Name Time

Plant IC Name Time ___

Safety Officer Name Time Plans Section Chief

Name Time

Assembly Pt Supervisor Name Time

Access Control

Air Monitoring Name Time

Call Takers Name Time

Documentation

Name Time

Decon Officer Name Time

Production Control

Name Time

Staging Name Time

Medical

Report to Plant IC

Notification Unit Leader Name Time ___

Evacuation Group Supervisor Name Time ___

Lead Responder Name Time ___

Day Shift Supervisor Name Time

Night Shift Supervisor Name Time

Swing Shift Supervisor Name Time

Logistics Name Time ___

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Staff Support

Safety Officer: On-scene and Hazmat Branch if assigned by IC (See pp. 36–38)Liaison Officer: Coordinates and informs response leaders, regulators, and responsible partiesInformation Officer: Speaks for the IC (as approved) to media and informs IC of relevant information from outside the incidentPlans Section Chief (See p. 39)

• Collects, evaluates data• Prepares future plans• Develops alternative strategies• Provides documentation

services• Maintains resource status• Maintains/displays situation

statusOperations Section Chief

• Implements the IAP• Determines needs, resources• Stages equipment, resources

ICS PLAN(Back of 30-Minute Plan)

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Logistics Section Chief (See p. 45)

• Communications• Ground support• Food, supplies, facilities• Medical support

Finance Chief

• Monitors incident-related cost• Administers procurement• Compensation claims, time

sheetsAssistant: Assigned to support command team with specific assigned tasks.Deputy IC, Cooperating Agency, Plant Liaison: Support IC with command and technical support.

Note: Free ICS 100 course. Google: “ICS 100 FEMA course”

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See back of 30-Minute Plan (pp. 30 and 42) for safety details

Response Readiness: Set up a backup hose line, exhaust fan, decon, medical, and rehab• Rapid entry rescue PPE ensemble: Full turnouts and an SCBA in less

than 5,000 PPM of vapor; NO entry into a dense gas cloud – back-up team with hose line and exhaust fan.

• Support Emergency Shutdown – same response setup as for rapid entry rescue.

• Level B ensemble, or Firefighter Turn-outs (based upon adopted SOP) to enter 5,000 PPM or less of vapor.

• Level B Fire Rated: Provides splash protection and flash fire protection for levels above 5,000 PPM (not recommended for working in dense gas or aerosol streams).

• Level A ensemble: Initiate ventilation and sources of ignition control before considering entry. ASTI recommends no entry into a dense gas cloud of more than 40,000 PPM without due consideration of risk vs. benefit AND protection for low temperature (-60°F) and flash fire protection.

Safety (See 30-Minute Plan “Safety Plan” pp. 2–3 and 42.)

• Review the Safety Plan with Command and Hazmat Teams.• Set eye-level wind indicators.• Hose line for decon and back up support.• Set Isolation Zone, Operations Area, Command Post, and Staging Area.• Establish PPE requirements for decon and entry into control zones and for

the Command Team.• Safe movement and evacuation to Rally Point and or/ Assembly Area

locations.• Ventilation fans for rapid entry rescue and NH3 cloud dispersion.• Ventilation Plan: Protection of responders and movement of vapor.• Setup decon, rehab, EMS, and assure that personnel accountability

measures are in place.• Environmental concerns; e.g., storm water and wastewater run-off.• Re-assess the Isolation Zone and protective action distances.• Identify secondary ICP and operations area.• Consider assignment of a Plans Section Chief.

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INCIDENT BRIEFING 1. Incident Name: 2. Date Prepared: 3. Time Prepared:

4. Map Sketch: See site maps in the Plant Emergency Response Plan.

*Also, use satellite photos and building floor plans provided by the Company Liaison.

5. Overall Objective(s): Check the appropriate box(s); recommend no more than two objectives per 30-minute planning period.

Rapid Entry Rescue Life Safety in Isolation Zone Confine, Contain, and Control Ventilation

Emergency Medical Support Emergency Shut-down Reconnaissance Search and Rescue

Downwind Receptor Management Fire Control Utility Control Other:

Selected Objective: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tasks:

Selected Objective: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tasks:

6. Weather Forecast: Go to www.noaa.gov, enter city/state in search box, enter the zip code at the top of the page, select “go.”

7. Safety Message: See front of 30-Minute Plan with emphasis on the Safety Plan and Hazard Assessment (green boxes on front).

Personal Protective Equipment

Air Monitoring Hazard Concentration

Emergency Evacuation/Hand Signal Alert

Set-up Decon, Rehab, and Medical

Entry Team On-air Monitoring

Safety Officer/Assistant Safety Officer

Eye-level and roof wind indicators

Control for the movement through the decon corridor

Position hose lines and ventilation fans

Back-up for/Rapid-Entry Rescue

8. Attachments:

Organizational List - ICS 203 Medical Plan - ICS 206 Safety and Risk Analysis - ICS 215A Other: Div. Assignment List - ICS 204 Site Safety and Control Plan - ICS 208 Radio Requirement Worksheet ICS - 216

Communications Plan - ICS 205 Unit Log - ICS 214 Support Vehicle List - ICS 218

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Tag Line Rope Signals: O – Okay: One tug—entrant is okay A – Advance: Two tugs—need rope T – Take up slack: Three tugs—entrant is retreating,

take up slack H – Help: Four tugs—entrant needs help

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INTEGRATING COMMAND Command: Chronological order of how the Command Team engages:

1. The goal of the first-responder team is to stop the emergency when it is small, and/or to prepare to transition operations to the in-coming hazmat tech-team.

2. Discovery: Plant IC assigns the Command Team (Lead Responder, Notification Unit Leader and Evacuation Group Supervisor).

3. Fire Dept. Arrival: Plant IC does a CAN report and discussion about:a. Transition of command: Integrated command b. First action plan is based on the “Needs” (CAN Report)c. Plant IC must complete LANCE and SIMPLE Emergency shutdown

4. Plant IC becomes a Liaison to the Fire Command – but stays in charge of his/her Plant Command Team

5. All activities associated with working in the danger area (rescue, containment, and control) must be incorporated into the Incident Action Plan (IAP) created by the IC and supported by the Plant IC.

6. The Plant IC may appoint a Plant technical specialist (Plant - Plans Section Chief) to support the development of future IAPs for the IC to consider.

Command Notes: __________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________

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PUBLIC SAFETY IC

Response Route: Approach upwind or laterally to the location of the release (stay out of the plume).Initial Setup: Locate Incident Command Post at least 200’ feet upwind of the Isolation Zone. Operations Area located at least 150’ upwind of the Isolation Zone.What do you see, smell, hear?: Wind/weather? Visual cloud? High pressure hissing noise? Ammonia odor? Who to meet? Meet with the Plant IC to obtain a CAN Size-up Report.Where is the problem? Location of Hot Zone (area of origin) and Isolation Zone (high life hazard) and Protective Action Zone (evacuation or shelter-in-place).Condition of the problem? Out of control, stable, and/or improving?Life Safety: Rescue? Personnel accounted for in the Isolation Zone? Status of downwind receptors?

• Exposure concerns: Chemical burns? Vapor exposure (time and level of PPM)?

• Compare exposure level to the AGEL to determine the level of life safety concern. (See p. 6–9)

• Notification (shelter-in-place) for residents within the Protective Action ZoneDecontamination (See pp. 8 and 48):Fire: Contained dense gas cloud? Ventilation system on? Sources of ignition under control? Likeliness of flash-fire?

• 10,000 PPM flammability warning; 40,000 PPM of ammonia or visible dense gas contained within a room with a source of ignition greater than 1204°F is high flash-fire risk.

Overpressure: Relief valve operating or component leak? High or low-side leak? Emergency Shutdown engaged?

• Shutdown compressors if high-pitched hissing from a roof top relief line or from within the engine (mechanical) room.

Release: Type of release (liquid, aerosol, dense gas vapor, invisible gas)? Downwind and downstream plume movement? Use eye-level wind indicators.

• Lead Responder to isolate flow of liquid to release location.• Remove contaminated product to outside location; tarp (cover) the release

to contain/reduce downwind risk.Other Concerns: Boilers, reactive chemicals, heat sources that could add energy to the release or contribute to higher levels of flammability.

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CONTROL AND CONTAIN

Command Hazard Assessment and Setup

• Initial response approach: Upwind and be mindful of eye-level wind movement. Plan for alternative upwind Command Post and EOC

• Set initial Isolation Zone: 100’ to 500’ feet.• Sustained response: Upwind 300’ to 500’ or 1,000’ for catastrophic

event readiness (fire, explosion, on-going high pressure aerosol stream).• CAN Report: Conditions (life safety and Sit. Stat.) – Actions (personnel

accountability and Emergency Shutdown) – Needs (rescue, decon, medical, Hazmat Team).

• Situation status – Hazard assessment – flammability, invisible vapor movement, status of the release (stable, growing, or out of control).

• Rapid entry rescue – Check AEGL. (See pp. 5–6, exposure time, and position of the victim; not viable after 10 minutes in > 5,000 PPM)

- Place exhaust fan to support victim and Entry Team. - Lay a hose line for backup and decon.

• First 30 minutes receptor readiness Protective Action Zone - move out or shelter-in-place. (See p. 53)

• Catastrophic event (1,000'): High pressure/no relief valve (hydrostatic pressure or hydraulic shock); flash fire or potential explosion; reactivity of incompatibles (acids, alkalies, halogens, oxidizers, and polymers).

• Flammable threat begins when an aerosol dense gas cloud is > 10,000 PPM in a contained room or area with a source of ignition.

• Outside vapor releases can quickly change direction if wind direction changes. Plan for alternative command/operations locations.

• Structure fire within a cold storage room with no visibility, and no ventilation should not be entered without high scrutiny of risk vs benefit.

• Pressure vessels – relief valve venting reduces failure concerns – 150# and smaller cylinders have no relief valves.

• Avoid mixture of aerosol or liquid alkaline, acids, oxidizers, polymers and halogens liquid.

• High fire threat when nitrates, oxidizers, and/or polymers are present – watch for change of smoke color and/or aggressive fire behavior, smoke movement, and new or changing sounds.

• BLEVE of a refrigeration system pressure vessel is rare because of relief valve venting and ammonia’s heat absorption.

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CONTROL AND CONTAIN

Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV)

• Mitigate vapor by using fan to move, disperse or diffuse vapor and alert downwind receptors for the threats of the exhausted vapor.

• Fan placement: Entry point - upwind; exhaust opening downwind.• Fans set at the entry opening so that the “cone of air” totally seals the

opening.• Exhaust point same size as the entry opening, it may need to be

adjusted for the size of the room and for optimum air movement.• Fans in pressure mode: Fans placed one behind the other to develop

higher ventilation pressure to increase the depth of penetration of ventilation air.

• Fans in volume mode: Fans placed side-by-side to increase the volume of air moving into a larger open air space.

• Fan Decon: For vapor exposure stand in the cone of air and allow the fan to blow off vapor on the front and back of the victim’s body. Remove outer clothing (overalls or PPE). Use shower and/or eyewash for any skin burns (See pp. 8 and 48)

• PPV troubleshooting: The overall setup of the fans and the size of the openings for entry and exhaust air are at optimum when the same volume of air entering the building is also leaving. If the exhaust opening is not venting contaminated air at adequate levels, consider adding fans or reducing the exhaust opening size.

NOTE: If entry air is back-flowing contaminated air around the entry point, the fans may be placed too close to the entry point and/or the exhaust opening is too small.

Tarp and Cover Containment

Used to contain life threatening aerosol release while working outside and upwind of the aerosol and dense gas.

• Objective: deflect (block) and/or cover (contain) the aerosol stream.• Approach upwind of the release and stay out of the aerosol/dense gas

cloud.• Entry Team Leader: Assign right and left flank tarp positions and an

Anchor Point Responder (who assumes the lead role). • Tarp set up: Right and Left Flank Responders (using pike poles and/or

tag line rope).• Anchor Point Responder: Guides the tarp replacement.

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• Ventilation support: Exhaust fan blowing at the back of the Flank Responders.

• PPE – Work outside of the aerosol dense gas: SCBA and full-skin protection.

• Cover and secure tarp: Drop pike poles and/or sand bags on tarp flank.• Second tarp: Place additional tarps if the aerosol threat is not contained

enough to control the downwind threat (small amounts of dense gas escaping are generally not a problem).

Note: The tarp and cover protocol is only to be used by those trained and equipped to implement the procedure. Do not enter visible cloud without Level A PPE.

ALOHA Concentration vs. Distance 60 min release, 20% flash, Gaussian, worst conditions

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SAFETY OFFICER CHECKLIST

Emergency Response Readiness

• The Plant IC will assume Safety Officer responsibilities until a qualified Safety Officer and an Assistant Safety Officer-Hazmat are available to be assigned.

• Obtain briefing from the Incident Commander/Safety Officer, Hazardous Materials Group Supervisor and Site Access and Control Leader.

• Prepare Hazard Assessment (See pp. 2–4, 8 and 48) ICS Forms 215a Hazard Assessment and 208 Site Safety and Control Plan.

• Public Safety: Establish Passport Accountability System for all Emergency Responders

• Ensure that the Entry Team and Backup Teams review the radio communications channel frequency readiness, and emergency alert signs. (See p. 42 Safety Message)

• Ensure proper PPE and air monitoring based upon a pre-entry hazard assessment and regulatory limits of the entry.

• Advise the Hazardous Materials Group Supervisor (or Hazardous Materials Branch Director) of deviations from the Site Safety and Control Plan.

• Set eye-level wind indicators and ensure the protection of the Hazardous Materials Group personnel from physical, environmental, and chemical hazards/exposures.

• Ensure the provision of required emergency medical services for assigned personnel and coordinate with the Medical Unit Leader.

• Ensure that entry times, medical monitoring, decontamination system, and rehab unit for the Hazardous Materials Group personnel are maintained.

• Wear appropriate PPE when working near the Isolation Zone.

Actions:

Quick Guide

Identify and evaluate hazards, risks, and threats. (See pp. 2–4, 38 and 48)Ensure rescue operations safety: Make sure backup and ventilation support are positioned to support the safety of the rescuer and victim.Weather and wind direction: Eye-level and wind sock indicators and manage zones and controls. www.noaa.gov

Scene Setup

Ensure Medical/First Aid personnel set up in the Support Zone and Medical Treatment Area. Ensure Communications are established and performing properly.Be cautious for high flammability hazard when entering a room with over 10,000 PPM. Be cautious with the sub-zero (as low as -60°F) temperatures associated with an aerosol and/or dense gas cloud.

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SAFETY OFFICER CHECKLIST

Radio communications: Consider frequencies for command, operations, and evacuation.Rapid entry rescue can be accomplished with SCBA respiratory protection and Level C PPE if ammonia vapor does not exceed 5,000 PPM. (See pp. 29 and 33)Ensure clear access to exits: Always have an escape plan. Engage emergency shutdown, backup support, emergency medical and decon support, and an exhaust fan to support trapped victims and Entry Team.Ensure emergency alert procedures and hand signals are understood prior to sending Response Team members into the danger area. (See back of 30-Minute Plan and p. 42)Personnel accountability: PPE readiness for all who work near the Isolation Zone. Establish zones and controls, ammonia monitoring, and eye-level wind indicators.Monitor Entry Team on-air time(s) and ensure Backup Team readiness.Decon and rehab readiness: Fans for vapor exposure or water for skin/eye burns; rehab to include hydration, cardiac check, and rest period. Identify a primary and secondary eyewash/shower location.Lay a fire hose line for safety and decon. Ensure lock-out/tag-out, confined space, and placard warnings. Watch out for wind shifts, wind turbulence (around buildings and alleyways); set up eye-level wind indicators to determine the movement of ammonia vapor.Always use the buddy system and an IAP and Safety Plan BEFORE entering the HOT ZONE to contain and/or control release.Only turn a valve when you understand the consequences of the upstream and downstream of liquid, don’t trap liquid.Never make fast moves when operating an ammonia system. (Avoid hydraulic shock or trapping liquid.)Never use excessive force, especially leverage-supported wrench pressure on a tightly closed valve.Never change the Action Plan Task Assignments without IC approval.PPE ensemble considerations: SCBA, total skin coverage (Level A, B, or C), chemical monitor, exhaust fan, radio frequency, tagline, hand tools, eye-level wind indicator, and Rescue and Decon kits: ________________________

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INCIDENT ACTION PLAN HAZARD ASSSESSMENT (ICS 215A) 1. Incident Name: 2. Incident No.

3. Date/Time Prepared: 4. Operational Period: Date From: Date To:

Time From: Time To:

5. Hazard Zone #: 1 6. Hazard Zone Name:

7. General description of Hazard Zone:

8. Hazard Topic 9. Hazard, Risk, and Threat Descriptions for Emergency Response 10. Protection Factors

1. Chemical/Flammable 2. Toxic liquified gas

3. Toxic solids

4. Flammable liquid

5. Flammable gas

6. Flammable solids

7. Oxidizer

8. Corrosive

Haz. Topic#: Details------ Protect. Factor/ Ref. SOP 1. Chemical/Flammable Substances 2. Mechanical System 3. Risks and Threats 4. Dangerous Conditions Key Readiness Information

1. Detection Systems a. Fire smoke Y or N b. Fire heat Y or N

c. Chemical Y or N First alert __ ppm

Ventilation __ _ ppm Shunt Trip ______ ppm

d. Video Surveillance Y or N

e. Over-pressure Y or N

2. Fire protection a. Fire Extinguishers (ABC).

within 75 ft.- ____ b. Fire sprinklers Y or N

3. Pressure control a. Comp. Cut-out ___ psig

b. PRV _________ __ psi

4. Manage energy flow a. Evap coils - off b. Condenser - on

c. NH3 pumps - off d. Compressors - off

5. Emergency shutdown a. Compressors Y or N

b. King valve Y or N c. Equalizer/diffuser Y or N

d. Ventilation Y or N e. Remote control Y or N

6. Emergency Equipment a. Full-face APR - _____

b. Escape hoods - _____

c. SCBA - ______ d. Entry suits Level - _____

e. Portable Fan - Y or N Other

2. Mechanical a. High Side Components

b. Low Side Components

c. Gas-fired equipment

d. Vented fugitive vapor e. Boiler or heaters

3. Risks and Threats a. Flash fire/fire load

b. Sources of Ignition

c. HP aerosol, gas, liquid

d. Hydrostatic pressure

e. Hydraulic shock

f. High voltage electrical

g. Failed cut-out or PRV

h. Sewer/Storm Drains

i. Other

4. Dangerous Conditions a. Clear exit ways b. Slip and fall c. Overhead risks

d. Open scuttles/skylights

e. Forklift/truck traffic

f. Accidental exposure

g. Other

ICS 215A – SAFETY ANALYSIS

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PLANS SECTION CHIEF

Action Plan

• Meet with the Plant IC and Public Safety IC for a briefing.• Evaluate and update the current Situation Status Report (See pp. 40–41)• Develop advanced planning information and advice.• Propose Incident Action Plan Objectives.

Conditions

Receive the Situation Status Report (See pp. 40–41) from the Plant IC or Notification Unit Leader.

• Potential growth of the emergency event: __________________________ ______________________________________________________________

• People and assets/receptor at risk: _______________________________• Plume movement (ALOHA https://www.epa.gov/cameo/aloha-software

and WISER https://wiser.nlm.nih.gov/): ____________________________ ______________________________________________________________

• Recommended receptor management needs: ______________________ ______________________________________________________________

Actions

Set up the emergency command center.• P&ID and SOPs• One Plan Master Maps and Playbooks

Blue Playbook/Life Safety Green Playbook/Emergency ShutdownRed Playbook/Component Control and Containment

Needs

• Develop IAP and Safety Plans for the next action plan time periods.• Communicate the plans to the Plant IC.• Assign a Science Officer.• Consider a technical expert, engineer, systems contractor, or specialist

with expertise with systems operations.

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Sources: F Vessel F Piping F Hose F Valve F Pump F Joint F Other

Refrigeration: F Compressor F Condenser F Evaporator F Receiver F Other

Causes (contributing factors): F Equipment Failure F Human Error F Overpressure

F Improper Procedures F Over-pressurization F Upset condition

F Bypass condition F Maintenance F Process design failure

F Unsuitable equipment F Unusual weather conditions F Management error FOther

Volume supplying release: #s Vapor concentration: PPM

Set pressure of relief valve: psi Head pressure of the system: psig

Other safety reports: ICS Form 215A Safety and Risk Analysis, ICS Form 208 Site Safety and Control

1. Threat Level. Describe Immediate Threats:

Life Safety

F Evacuation and Personnel Accountability:

F Off-Site Receptor Sites:

F Environment and Wildlife:

F Plant and Equipment:

Medium into which the substance was discharged:

Source and cause of the release:

Amount spilled into water:

NH3 CAS No. 7664-41-7

Estimated quantity of release:

Size of hole: Pressure at outlet:

Temp: ˚F or ˚C

Flow per minute: Total quantity: (lbs. or gals.) (lbs. or gals.)

Level of Concern. Hazard Zone Checklist Actions:

F Level 1 Controlled and Contained

F Level 2 Controlled or Contained

F Level 3 Uncontrolled and Uncontained

Level of Concern 1 / 2 / 3

Containment and control measures:


Exposure protection (spread of fire or chemical):


Health risks and medical attention necessary for exposed individuals:


Fire, reactivity, or explosive threats:


Other dangers or threats posed by the release or spill:

Situation Status ReportName of Person Completing Form: Incident Commander:

Date: Time: am/pm

SITUATION STATUS REPORT

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2. Weather and Condition report:http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/

findweather/getforecast?query=94580

F Sunny F Snow F Rain F Fog

Temp: ˚F or ˚C

Level of humidity: dew point:

Wind direction: mph:

Weather predictions and precautions:

3. Downwind Planning Concerns:

______________ Plume Model, RMP receptors

Nearest life concerns (distance to):

Environmental Concerns (distance to):

Downstream Planning Concerns:

drainage to public sewage or storm drain:

drainage access to nearby surface water:

4. Product, Utility, and Plant recoveryConcerns:

5. regulator Issues or Concerns:

6. Control, Containment, andConfinement Operations (IAP releasedby IC):

7. Transportation release Information:

Name of carrier or vessel, the railcar/truck number, or other identifying information:

Bill of Lading, SdS, and dOT Guidebook special hazards:

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HAZMAT ENTRY TEAM LEADER CHECKLIST

Implements the Incident Action Plan (IAP)

General Duties:

• Review the IAP objective(s) and task assignments.• Ensure safety, rehab, decon, and medical evaluation.• Position hose line, ventilation and backup team support.• Do a pre-entry review: Ensure proper PPE, entry/exit time oversight,

emergency alert and hazard, risks, and threats.• Coordinate with the Hazmat Group Supervisor and Assistant Safety

Officer (Hazmat) (See pp. 36–38)

Hazmat Entry Team Quick Guide

IAP Objective Examples:

ReconnaissanceIsolation of leaking componentSet up ventilationEmergency ShutdownSafety and Rehab required:

Isolation Zone definedHazard analysis completedDecon Station setup - Primary and SecondaryMedical evaluation/treatmentRehab readinessEntry Team and backup in appropriate PPECommunications readinessHose line and ventilation in placePre-entry Review:

IAP, Safety Plan and escape alertOn-air time recordedRehab station readinessHydration and heat stress readiness

Pre-entry Review

Hand Signals:

Hands gripping throat Out of air/ Breathing difficultyGrip partner’s wrist Leave area immediatelyHands on waist Leave area immediatelyHands on top of head Need assistanceThumbs up I’m OK/I understandThumbs down I’m not OK

Tag Line Communications–OATH

One tug entrant is okay OkayTwo tugs needs rope AdvanceThree tugs entrant is retreating Take up slackFour tugs entrant needs help Help

Immediate Evacuation Alert:

Air horn blast sequence: Repeated triple horn blast

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SIZE-UP AND CONTACTS

Note: (Review pp. 5–9) for Health Exposure, First Aid, and Triage checklists.Transport to the hospital if:

• Ingested NH3, drink no liquids and prevent vomiting.• Persistent coughing, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath,

wheezing or high-pitched voice.• Chest pain or tightness.• Eye tissue damage, or increasing pain or discharge from the eyes.• Increased redness, pain or puss like discharge in the area

of skin burn.• Increasing stomach pain or vomiting.• Frost burn or skin tissue damage.• Monitor respiratory recovery of those who experienced high vapor

exposure (especially those who experienced AEGL 2 or 3). Seek medical evaluation if respiratory problems develop during first 24 hours of recovery.

QUICK GUIDE

• Set up treatment locations for minor health concerns and separately for those needing emergency medical and possible transport.

• Monitor ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation.• Coordinate with Public Safety IC or Medial Officer for medical care and

transport.• Provide comfort and information to the “worried-well.” • Evaluate hydration and physical well-being of facility Response Team.• Provide SDS and advanced medical care information with transported

victims.• Ensure family notification and care while

dealing with emergency care of employee.• Utilize www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles

for advanced medical care advice for ammonia injuries.

MEDICAL OFFICER CHECKLIST

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1. Incident Name 2. Date Prepared

3. Time Prepared am/pm

4. Operational Period

5. Incident Medical Aid Station

Medical Aid Stations Location ParamedicsYes No

6. Transportation

A. Ambulance Services

Name Address PhoneParamedics

Yes No

B. Incident Ambulances

Name Location ParamedicsYes No

7. Hospitals

Name AddressTravel Time

Phone Helipad Burn Center

Air Ground Y N Y N

8. Medical Emergency Procedures

Respiratory: Coughing and bronchial spasms at 1,700 PPM; assess for lung sounds and consider O2 nasal canella or intubation if serious respiratory challenge exists (similar to treatment of a severe asthma attack).

Eye exposure: Eyes begin to irritate at 700 PPM; Eye injuries–hold eye lids open and flush with water for 15 to 30 minutes.

Skin Damage: Ammonia creates an ALKALINE, chemical injury–do not use thermal or acid injury treatment protocols. Skin damage begins at 10,000 PPM direct exposure to skin; third degree skin damage–based on the time/duration/intensity of exposure–aerosol skin burns are the worst. Flush with water for 15 to 30 minutes, do not rub or use ointments; flush time based on depth of injury.

Aerosol or liquid on skin or on clothing: Remove ALL clothing, socks and shoes, unless frozen to skin (clothing needs to be thawed by using water flush BEFORE removal) and then flush 15 to 30 minutes

Vapor exposure can be decontaminated with air from a fan. A five-minute water flush and then move to a more comfortable inside shower for 10 to 20 minutes of additional flushing.

Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, administer water if the person is conscious.

Assess: Check for cardiac, shock, and heat stress related injuries; rehab, monitor vitals, and hydrate.

9. Prepared by (Medical Unit Leader) 10. Reviewed by (Safety Officer)

ICS 206 MEDICAL PLAN

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LOGISTICS SECTION CHIEF

SET UP KEY COMMAND AND OPERATIONS AREAS

General Duties:

• Coordinate the location and set up of the Command Post, Control Zones, Medical Transport and Treatment Area, Staging Area, and Decon Corridor with the IC and Safety Officer. (See the Control Zone Layout - front of 30-Minute Plan)

• Set up key equipment: Eye-level wind indicators, command, operations, and medical support location markers, ventilation fan, and Decon Station.

• Provide signage and barrier tape to control access to the Isolation Zone and/or other danger areas.

• Provide PPE (respirator/SCBA support) and stage emergency equipment (e.g. fans, decon, medical supplies, rope, backboard, rescue sling, medical equipment, etc.)

Quick Guide

Coordinate with Public Safety IC to set up a Staging Area for fire and Medical Transport Staging Areas Coordinate with Access Control Officer • Establish Traffic Control Plan • Relocate visitor/truck parkingEnsure the adequacy of restrooms, medical supplies, water, and food, and protection from outside weather.• Wind, rain, hot or cold weather Organize a resources staging and distribution system• Establish a resources and

equipment ordering system; review staging summary

Communications: Integration with Plant Command Team and Public Safety IC• Support Notification Unit Leader

Scene Setup

Operations Area: Suit-up, equipment layout, Rehab Station, Medical Treatment AreasDecon Corridor: Equipment drop, fan and water Decon Station, plastic bags, jumpsuits, and blanketsCommand Post: Eye-level wind indicators, Command Post work table, Command Post identifierMedical Treatment Areas: (See pp. 6–9 and 43–44)

1. Worried-well2. Experienced respiratory

stress but recovery seems to be occurring

3. Advanced medical care: shows burns, eye injury, cardiac or respiratory stress

Medical supplies to Treatment Area

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STAGING OFFICER

General Duties:

• Stage available staffing and equipment standing by for future use upwind of the Operations Area and a comfortable distance (noise and congestion) from the Command Post.

• Maintain contact with Command Staff to meet equipment/personnel needs.

Support Equipment # In Staging

Engines

Medical units

Air supply units available

Hazmat units availableForklifts or cranes

Communications support (type)

Other (specify)

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PPV fans

Personnel Inventory Number

Hazmat Entry Technicians

Hazmat Support Technicians

Medical Personnel

FirefightersRescue TechniciansIndustrial Hygiene/Chemists

Safety/Environmental

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6The 30-Minute Plan Command Team: Tools for Organized Response Assistant Safety Officer-HAZMAT

Incident Termination Proclamation

Incident Name:

Located at:

1. On _____(date)_____ at ____(time)_____ (am/pm), I assumed command of

the incident known as ______(name of command)_____________ located at

______________(address)________________.

2. On _____(date)_____ at ____(time)_____ (am/pm), I:

F Ordered evacuation to safe refuge of all civilians from the Isolation Zone.

F Assumed command of the emergency event.

F Other

3. I have determined that the emergency event no longer exists.

4. I thereby terminate the emergency and will transfer control of this facility to

Name: ________________________________ Position: ____________________________________

5. This Proclamation is effective immediately.

6. Command is terminated on this the _______ day of _____________________, 20_______,

at ________ (am/pm).

Special Condition requirements

1.

2.

3.

Incident Commander (Print Rank/Name):

Incident Commander (Signature):

Plant Liaison (Position/Name): date: Time: am/pm

Incident Command Notes: Assure that informational updates have been provided to downwind receptors who have received earlier orders to shelter-in-place.

INCIDENT TERMINATION PROCLAMATION

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PPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION: SECTION 4



Personal Protective Equipment ...............................................48–51Pressure Temperature/Release Estimator ................................52Zone Control Distances ..........................................................53Refrigeration Block Diagram ...................................................54Pressure Vessels ....................................................................55–56Ammonia Transportation .........................................................57–58Abbreviations and Acronyms ..................................................59–60Command Notes ....................................................................61ASTI Products ........................................................................65

Command Notes: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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PPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION PPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Responder Health Limits – Use Adopted Medical Directives

Sample:

Body temperature less than 99.2ºF.

Respiration is less than 24 breaths per minute.

Pulse is less than 110 beats per minute.

Blood pressure less than 160/90.

Safety Concerns

Hazards of release; PPE familiarity, anxiety, age, dehydration, obesity, personal habits (smoking, drinking), infection, sunburn, chronic diseases and illness, headache, dizziness, weakness, shortness of breath, inability to understand task assignments.

If PPE Fails:

Contact backup – stay calm.

Entire Entry Team to escape immediately, contact backup team for support.

Decontamination ready for action.

EMS Team ready for treatment.

PPE CHECKLIST

Type of Decontamination Scheme

Set the decon in Warm Zone.

Organize entry, exit, and staging.

PPE of the Decon Team – one step below responder PPE.

Remove clothing and clean hair: Caution with frozen clothing – thaw with water before removal. Provide clean clothing and move to Rehab Area for medical evaluation.

Method of decon: Fan for vapor removal and water for skin burns; contain water runoff.

Contamination Concerns

Contain runoff; document and secure contaminated clothing.

Heat-Related Injuries

Rash, cramps, stress, exhaustion.

Shallow breathing, flushed, cool, pale, moist skin, profuse sweating, dizziness, listlessness, body temp. 98.6°F to 100.4°F.

Cool the body (fan), rest, monitor, hydrate if conscious.

Medically evaluate and transport if victim does not immediately recover.

Note: See pp. 6–9, and 43–44 for first aid, triage, and medical treatment. See p. 29 for Level A, B, and firefighter turnouts.

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ASTI RECOMMENDED LEVEL C ENSEMBLE

ASTI Recommended PPE Ensemble/Pre-Emergency Readiness

• PPE is an ensemble that should protect from the hazards, risks, and threats such as ammonia release, fire, arc flash, chemical spray, asphyxiating vapor, or fall protection.

• Ensemble may include: respiratory protection, lapel chemical monitor, flashlight, gloves, Nomex hood, eye goggles, radio, hearing and head protection, full skin protection (splash protection), safety boots (chemical resistant), valve wrench, alert whistle, clean rag, escape respirator, and Emergency Response Cards.

• Responders supported with an exhaust fan and eye-level wind indicators, and a primary and secondary emergency shower/eye wash location.

• Readiness includes compliance to safety SOPs such as: Lock out/tag out, confined space entry, hot work permit, buddy system, clear exit ways, P&IDs, Playbooks, and Emergency Shutdown SOP and Hazard Zone awareness.

Pre Emergency Readiness (See p. I)• Whenever you open the ammonia system or pipeline.

• Whenever you are draining oil.

• Whenever working on or around an operating water or air purger.

• Whenever entering a potentially dangerous location or difficult-to-egress area where ammonia equipment is located, including chilling or freezing tunnels, plate freezers, and spirals.

• Whenever you have been called to attend an area where ammonia smells have been reported.

• Whenever you have been called to troubleshoot a problem in an area containing ammonia equipment.

• Expect the unexpected!

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LEVEL B DONNING AND DOFFING PPE

1. Drink water for hydration.

2. Medical evaluation completed (in accordance with the medical limits provided by the employer). (See p. 49)

3. A chair will be used to assist in the donning process.

4. Remove shoes.

5. Watch the person for signs of stress, illness, or any signs that this person may compromise his/herself or others while in the suit.

6. Nomex hood over the head and let it rest on the neck area.

7. Level B suit on, leave the front open (up to waist), sit down.

8. Put on the boots.

9. Tape ankle (if necessary) with knee bent in a 90-degree angle.

10. Begin the taping process; end in a pull-tab made of the tape.

11. Under-gloves, then the outside glove is placed over the under glove.

12. Outside glove shall have a cuff of approximately 2 inches.

13. The suit is then pulled over the gloves with the cuff under the suit.

14. Taping wrist cuff (if necessary) to the side and bend the arm 90 degrees before taping.

15. SCBA shall be donned by the Responder, bending slightly at the waist.

16. Pull the shoulder strap down to comfortably secure the unit.

17. Lower belt shall be connected and adjusted for tightness. The unit should be comfortable and snug on the back.

18. Responder puts the mask on and tightens the mask (snug but comfortable), one pair of straps at a time (lower, upper and middle).

19. Check for correct seal around the mask edges (clean shaven).

20. Nomex hood that is currently around the neck shall be placed over the head and around the mask.

21. PPE Assistant should check that the hood is comfortable and covers the neck area.

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22. Hood on the suit. PPE Assistant now pulls this item in place. This hood shall cover all items such as the Nomex hood and under the chin area.

23. Area under the chin and throat area may need to be taped.

24. Turn the valve on the SCBA to the full on position and then back 1/4 turn. PPE Assistant then confirms that the air is on.

25. Advise the Responder that the amount of air in the bottle, and the gauge on the front of the suit are the same.

26. Connect the regulator to the mask; the Responder tests the breathing air. Remove regulator if the Responder is not ready to move into the danger area (conserve breathing air).

27. PPE Assistant makes a final visual check of Responder’s suit and equipment and, if all is OK, gives the thumbs up.

28. Conduct an Entry Team pre-entry briefing (objective, tasks, and safety measures, including the Universal safety measures).

29. Sign of leakage, suit failure, or equipment failure requires that the entry plan be canceled and all must leave the hazard area and re-group with more appropriate personal protective equipment.

Doffing the Chemical Suit

30. Suit removal occurs AFTER decon of the outer suit.

31. Leave the breathing protection in place until the chemical suit is removed. If the SCBA is on the outside of suit (Level B), remove and replace with APR protection while removing the rest of the suit; use a fan to disburse the vapor.

32. Remove the suit, making sure that chemical residue does not touch the responder. First slip out of the arms, and remove the suit from top, sit down, and remove the bottom.

33. Leave the chemical suit at the entry point of the Decon Corridor.

34. Responder moves to the front of the Decon Corridor, removes respiratory protection and proceeds to Rehab Area for medical evaluation, hydration, and rest. (See pp. 6–9 for Medical, First Aid, and Decon.)

LEVEL B DONNING AND DOFFING PPE

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PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE AND RELEASE ESTIMATOR

Draft Presentation to IIAR 2016 Conference by: Professor Doug Reindl, University of Wisconsin

Temp °F Press HG/psig Temp °F Press

psig Temp °F Press psig Temp °F Press

psig Temp °F Press psig

-105 27.88 Hg 10 23.68 70 113.78 92 171.47 115 250.87

-70 21.78 Hg 20 33.36 72 118.37 95 180.65 117 258.81

-60 18.66 Hg 30 44.86 75 125.48 97 186.95 120 271.06

-50 14.37 Hg 40 58.41 78 132.89 100 196.70 130 314.87

-40 8.79 Hg 45 66.03 80 137.99 102 203.39 140 363.53

-30 1.17Hg 50 74.25 82 143.22 105 213.73 160 476.76

-20 3.54 55 83.10 85 151.33 107 220.82 180 613.58

-10 8.96 60 92.62 87 156.90 110 231.77 200 777.15

0 15.62 65 102.83 90 165.54 112 239.28 250 1329.20

Diameter Temperature °F Pressure psig Vapor Min Flow

Liquid/Per Min Flow

1/8"68°95°122°

109.3180.7279.5

4# Per Min.6# Per Min.9# Per Min.

71# Per Min.101# Per Min.123# Per Min

1/2"68°95°122°

109.3180.7279.5



3/4"68°95°122°

109.3180.7279.5



1"68°95°122°

109.3180.7279.5



1 1/2"68°95°122°

109.3180.7279.5



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ZONES CONTROL DISTANCES

Estimating Wind Speed from Environmental Clues

mph Km/h Wind Description Specifications<6 <10 Low wind Wind felt on face; leaves rustle; ordinary

vane moved by wind6-12 10-20 Moderate wind Raises dust, loose paper; small branches

are moved>12 >20 High wind Large branches in motion; whistling heard

in telephone wires; umbrellas used with difficulty

Table 3 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances for Large Spills for Different Quantities of Six Common TIH (PH in the US Gases

UN1005 Ammonia, anhydrous: Large SpillsFirst ISOLATE in all Directions

Meters FeetTRANSPORT CONTAINERRail tank car 300 (1000)Highway tank truck or trailer 150 (500)Agricultural nurse tank 60 (200)Multiple small cylinders 30 (100)

Then PROTECT persons Downwind during

Transport Container

Day NightLow wind (<6 mph -<10 km/h)

Moderate wind(6-12 mph – 10-20 km/h)

High wind>12 mph - >20 km/h)

Low wind (<6 mph -<10 km/h)

Moderate wind(6-12 mph – 10-20 km/h)

High wind>12 mph - >20 km/h

km (miles) km (miles) km (miles) km (miles) km (miles) km (miles)

Rail tank car 1.7 (1.1) 1.3 (0.8) 1.0 (0.6) 4.3 (2.7) 2.3 (1.4) 1.3 (0.8)Highway tank truck or trailer

0.9 (0.6) 0.5 (0.3) 0.4 (0.3) 2.0 (1.3) 0.8 (0.5) 0.6 (0.4)

Agricultural nurse tank

0.5 (0.3) 0.3 (0.2) 0.3 (0.2) 1.3 (0.8) 0.3 (0.2) 0.3 (0.2)

Multiple small cylinders

0.3 (0.2) 0.2 (0.1) 0.1 (0.1) 0.7 (0.5) 0.3 (0.2) 0.2 (0.1)

Information provided by the 2016 Emergency Response Guidebook, U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

Get a free PDF version and download applications for your cell phone at: https://www.thecompliancecenter.com/publications/erg.htm

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Roof

Engine Room

Freezer

High Pressure Liquid Condenser

High Pressure Receiver

Expansion Valve

King Valve

Liquid

Liquid

Vapor

Vapor

Heat

Evaporator

Comp.

Sub-cooled liquid line stop valveRe-circulated liquid line stop valvesHot gas line stop valve

Low Pressure Vapor

REFRIGERATION BLOCK DIAGRAM

See Emergency Shutdown pp. 13–14 and 16.

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• Always maintain 20% vapor space.

• Seamless (one-piece) or welded (two-piece) construction.

• Packing nut – left-handed thread.

• Commonly used cylinder has an ammonia capacity of 100 to 150 lbs.

• Service pressure of at least 480 psig – can BLEVE at 140°F to 145°F.

• Single opening in the top head; curved DIP Pipe in vapor space or extended into liquid.

• Pressure relief devices not required if less than 165 lbs.

• Permanent marking:

» DOT-3AA480

» Serial number of manufacturer

» Inspector’s official mark

» Date of the original hydrostatic pressure test

» Dates of subsequent test

Liquid Level

DIP Pipe Opposite Valve Outlet (for vapor)

Packing

Packing Washer

1 3/8" Hex Packing Nut Left Hand Thread

3/8" SQ. Head Right Hand Thread

Packing Gland

Hole For Sealing Wire

3/8" Standard Female Pipe Thread

3/8" Standard Pipe Plug

Valve Seat

J-Tube

DIP Pipe for liquid (optional)

General Information

Note: The cylinder design may use different styles of pick-up

tubes for liquid and vapor supply. Some

cylinders have no pick-up tube.

PRESSURE VESSEL

Cylinders

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Pressure Relief Valve with Manifold

Liquid Plug

Vapor Shut-Off Valve

Vapor Riser Excess Flow

Valve

Liquid Shut-Off Valve

Vapor

Liquid

Liquid

Vapor

Liquid

VALVES, PRESSURE VESSELS, AND PIPELINES

Valves

Valve operation: Check your SOP! Remove valve stem cap if valve-handle is not present; if valve is tight loosen valve packing nut; use valve wrench if no valve handle exists; open slowly and check the flow of NH3.

Key Isolation Valves

King Valve (high pressure liquid shutoff); re-circulated liquid line stop valves (liquid circulated by pump); sub-cooled liquid line stop valve (cold high pressure liquid); hot gas line stop valve (discharge gas for defrost or heating) – all key valves should be properly labeled.Over-land Pipelines

Transport ammonia as liquefied gas; operated by common carrier companies.Regulated by the DOT: 6 to 8 inches diameter; operating pressure of 500 to 1,200 psig.

Packing Nut

Valve Seat for open and closing

Removable wheel valve

Back Seat

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Rail Car – Capacity about 33,500 water gallons

Liquid valves

Safety relief valve

Vapor valve

Ammonia Delivery Truck – 3,500 to 10,000 water gallons

DOT Placard #1005 ERG Guide #125

Remote shut off Internal Valves (Driver side at front; passenger side at the rear of the tank)

Sampling device

Magnetic measuring device

Thermal well

AMMONIA TRANSPORTATION

Railcar Protective Housing and Bobtail Delivery Truck

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NURSE TANK

Pressure GaugeLiquid Fill ValveLiquid Withdrawal ValveHose

Fixed Liquid Level GaugeVapor Return Valve

Float GaugeSafety Relief

Valve

Drain

Anhydrous Ammonia Nurse Tank

S.N./NAT’L BD. NB

CERTIFIED BYTRINITY INDUSTRIES, INC. DALLAS, TX

MAWP: 250 PSIG. @ 125°FMDMT: –20°F @ 250 PSIG

WRT 4PHT

PLANT YEAR BUILTANSI K61.1–1999

HEMI 1,000 8,328

0.239"40.96" 0.203" 190.81"HEAD D.R.

SHELL THK HEAD THK LENGTHO.S. DIA.

WATER GALS. WATER LBS.

AG NURSE TANK 173

CAUTION: THIS CONTAINER IS DESIGNER FOR ANHYDROUS AMMONIA USE ONLY AND MUST E EQUIPPED WITH VALVES, FITTINGS, OR HOSES DESIGNED FOR ANHYDROUS AMMONIA USE.

TYPE OSSA. S.F.

1711290034–C

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AEGL Acute Exposure Guideline Levels – EPA adopted primary source for emergency responders AIChE American Institute of Chemical Engineers ALOHA Aerial Locations of Hazardous Atmospheres (computer program) ANSI American National Standards Institute APR Air-Purifying Respirator ATSDR Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry CAS Chemical Abstract Service - uniquely identifies each constituent CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act CGA Compressed Gas Association DOT Department of Transportation EAP Emergency Action Plan EMS Emergency Medical Services EOC Emergency Operations Center EPA Environmental Protection Agency EPRG Emergency Planning Response Guidelines ERP Emergency Response Plan FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency FERC Federal Emergency Response Commission HAZOP Hazard and Operability Studies HAZWOPER Hazardous Wastes Operations and Emergency Response IAP Incident Action Plan IARW International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses IC Incident Commander ICP Incident Command Post ICS Incident Command System IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health IIAR International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration LEL Lower Explosive Limit LEPC Local Emergency Planning Committee LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas NFPA National Fire Protection Association

ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

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COMMAND NOTES COMMAND NOTESPPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION PPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION

ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NRC National Response Center – Federal notification of hazmat releases NRT National Response Team – composed of 16 Federal agencies led by EPA OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration PEL Permissible Exposure Limit - enforceable by OSHA PHA Process Hazard Analysis P&ID Piping & Instrumentation Diagram PIO Public Information Officer PPP Prevention, Protection, and Preparation PPE Personal Protective Equipment PPM Parts Per Million PPV Positive Pressure Ventilation PSIG Pounds per Square Inch Gauge PSM Process Safety Management RAGAGEP Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act RETA Refrigeration Engineers and Technicians Association RMP Risk Management Program SARA Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act SCBA Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus SDS Safety Data Sheet SERC State Emergency Response Commission SIC Codes Standard Industrial Classification SIP Shelter-in-Place SOGs Standard Operating Guidelines SOPs Standard Operating Procedures STEL Short Term Exposure Limit TLV Threshold Limit Value TSDF Transfer, Storage, and Disposal Facility TWA Time Weighted Average UEL Upper Explosive Limit


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COMMAND NOTES COMMAND NOTESPPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION PPE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION

COMMAND NOTES____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

COMMAND NOTES

DEFINITION OF KEY TERMS

Confine Limit/restrict hazards from spreading beyond a set boundary, e.g. Isolation Zone.

Contain Hold hazards associated with a loss of containment within a fixed limit or area.

Control Hold and eliminate spread of threat from a loss of hazard containment.

Diffuse Mix in water and/or ventilate to spread/disseminate the high pressure release.

Divert Use a ventilation fan to turn aside an aerosol/dense gas to an alternative path.

Deflect Block a high pressure aerosol/dense gas, tarp and cover, reduce downwind threat.

Re-Direct Send high pressure vapor to a pressure equalizer or to an ammonia diffuser.

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