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Spring 2010 Edition

MAJOR EMERGENCYADVICE

for the STALLINGBOROUGH AREA

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Five of the seven companies listed in this information booklet are subject to the Control of the Major Accident Hazards Regulations 1999, commonly referred to as ‘COMAH’. The sites in Stallingborough area subject to these regulations include Air Products, BOC, Cray Valley, Millennium Inorganic Chemicals - Cristal Global and Synthomer. Other local industrial sites have provided their information in this booklet for completeness.This booklet is part of a continuing process of keeping you informed, as required by the regulations, and does not imply any increased risk to the public.The regulations aim to prevent major accidents occurring involving dangerous substances, and in the unlikely event that one did occur, aim to limit their consequences to people and the environment. In summary, they require site operators, where quantities of potentially dangerous substances are present, to:

Complete detailed health, safety and environmental risk assessments and • reduce risks as far as reasonably practicable.

Inform their neighbours of the nature and hazards of these substances • and give advice on emergency response.

Draw up and regularly test detailed emergency plans in conjunction with • the Emergency Services to deal with a fire or other emergencies on their sites.

Humber Emergency Planning Service on behalf of North East Lincolnshire Council work closely with the sites and the emergency responders. The Service has prepared off-site emergency plans which coordinate the response to major accidents occurring at any one of the COMAH sites,

(accidents which could have the potential to affect the local community and the environment).

If you have any queries regarding this information or if you need any advice regarding COMAH then please contact:Emergency Planning Manager Humber Emergency Planning Service County Hall Beverley HU17 9BA Telephone: 01482 887700

How you will be warned and be kept informedArrangements have been made with local radio stations, to interrupt programmes and issue an emergency warning to people in the event of an incident.Local radio stations will be used to keep you fully briefed on any emergency situation through regular bulletins.

Actions you should take if an incident occursThe advice in this booklet lists the actions you should take should an incident occur. Please read this information carefully and talk to your family about it. Keep it in a safe place and don’t forget to leave it behind for the next occupier, should you move house.For your own safety you are also advised to co-operate with any instructions or requests made by the companies or the Emergency Services at the time of an incident.If you require any further information relating specific sites, please contact them directly using the information on the following pages.

Introduction


SITE ADDRESSLaporte Road Stallingborough North East Lincolnshire DN41 8DX Tel: 01469 577863 www.airproducts.co.uk Manager providing information: Plant Manager

SITE ACTIVITIESThe Air Products site consists of two air separation units plus back-up storage facilities. The separation units produce gaseous oxygen (GOX), gaseous nitrogen (GAN), liquid oxygen (LOX), liquid nitrogen (LIN) and liquid argon (LAR).The gaseous products are distributed via pipelines to various customers in the Stallingborough, Immingham and Grimsby areas, while some liquid products are stored on site for back-up to the pipeline systems or exported via road tankers.

SUBSTANCESLiquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen and liquid argon are stored on site in specially manufactured tanks.

MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDSAir Products is a lower tier COMAH site, but there are many systems in place to prevent a major accident occurring. The site has a Major Accident Prevention Policy (MAPP) and a Major Emergency Procedure (MEP) which is activated should a major emergency occur. The major hazard associated with the site would be a release of cryogenic liquids, which would generate dense vapour clouds. The release of liquid oxygen would cause an oxygen enriched atmosphere resulting in an increase in the Intensity Fire Risk whereas the release of liquid nitrogen / liquid argon would cause oxygen deficient atmospheres, resulting in major asphyxiation hazards. Secondary hazards in both cases are cryogenic burns from contact with cryogenic liquids and possible lung damage from breathing cold vapours.

SITE SIRENS Site Emergency Alarm is a continuous siren and is tested weekly on a Thursday at 10am.

Contacts Plant Manager Production Engineer


SITE ADDRESSHobson Way Stallingborough North East Lincolnshire DN41 8DZ Tel: 01469 577977 www.boc-gases.com Manager providing information: Technical Services Manager - Special Gases

SITE ACTIVITIESThe cylinder and drum tank filling and mixing of gases and gaseous chemicals for use as raw materials, treatment chemicals, propellants and calibration standards in a wide range of Industries. Customers include pharmaceutical, cosmetics, microelectronics, petrochemical, refrigeration and water supply companies.Since 1992 the mix of products being filled on the site has changed. This has the effect of reducing the overall risk profile of the site since a number of the high hazard gases are no longer processed. Risks associated with the incineration of residues of these gases have also been removed.The site also processes and recovers waste refrigerant gases and liquefied gaseous chemicals arising from domestic fridge destruction.

SUBSTANCESChlorine, Hydrogen, Hydrogen Chloride, Liquefied Petroleum Gases, Ethylene Oxide, Carbonyl Dichloride, Arsenic Trihydride, Phosphorous Trihydride

The site holds and fills a range of substances that fall within one or more of following categories: Very toxic, toxic, oxidising, flammable, highly flammable and dangerous for the environment. The majority of substances are held in very small quantities, a complete inventory of which may be found in the site safety report.

MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDSBOC has strictly observed design, construction, operational and change control standards to ensure that the best inherent safety levels are achieved and maintained. In the event of any emergency the site has established emergency plans that include tested response by the public emergency services to ensure that impacts on people and the environment are minimised.The Major Accident hazards would arise from a toxic gas release or fire and explosion following a flammable gas release.

SITE SIRENS Site alarms and siren are tested regularly at 11.00 am every Friday.

Contacts Branch Manager Technical Services Manager - Special Gases


SITE ADDRESSCentrica Energy SHB South Humber Bank Power Station South Marsh Road Stallingborough North East Lincolnshire DN41 8BZ Tel: 01469 577236 www.centrica.com Manager providing information: Site Manager

SITE ACTIVITIESCentrica Energy South Humber Bank is a 1260MW power station. Over 70 staff are employed on site by Centrica Energy Operations Limited. Now under Centrica ownership, both phases of the plant operate in a variety of modes, ranging from cycling (starting up and shutting down each day) to base load running (all three gas turbines running 24 hours per day).

SUBSTANCESSeveral substances are utilised to assist the combined cycle process, these include Sulphuric Acid and Caustic Soda for water treatment processes, Tri-Sodium Phosphate, Carbohydrazide & Ammonia for process support, lubricating oils, Hydrogen for cooling, Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide for fire protection and inert purging. All of these are stored in small quantities to minimise the risk to personnel and the environment.

MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDSCentrica Energy utilises a Business Management System (BMS) that provides a formal framework ensuring that the correct policies and procedures are in place to minimise the risk of any incident, which may occur. There are several Operational, Health Safety and Environmental Procedures which, in the unlikely event of any incident, mean that personnel are trained to respond appropriately.Our facility extracts and returns water to the Humber Estuary, which is recognised as an area of scientific interest. Centrica Energy SHB works closely with the Environment Agency to protect the natural environment ensuring that emissions and releases are tightly controlled. Our on site facilities ensure that all releases to the estuary and air are continuously monitored.In the event of an incident Centrica Energy SHB have internal emergency procedures to liaise with the emergency services, neighbouring sites, National Grid, Transco and the Environment Agency.

SITE SIRENS On site fire alarm and gas alarm, both are tested weekly on Thursday at 10.30am.


SITE ADDRESSLaporte Road Stallingborough North East Lincolnshire DN41 8DR Tel: 01469 572464 www.crayvalley.com Manager providing information: Site Manager

SITE ACTIVITIESCray Valley is represented in the UK by its seven-acre site situated on the south bank of the River Humber. It is a multi product resin plant producing synthetic resin for the paint and plastics industries. In particular Cray Valley produce both alkyd & gelkyd resins, which are used to make decorative coatings for the paint market. We also manufacture unsaturated polyesters & gelcoat resins, which are used by our customers to make a diverse selection of products ranging from baths and shower trays to boats.

SUBSTANCESThe resin manufactured at Cray Valley includes the storage and use of many hazardous substances, however, all reasonable practicable precautions have been taken to ensure that materials are stored and handled in the safest way possible. An integral aspect of resin manufacture is the storage and handling of bulk flammable solvents such as styrene, which is used as a reactive monomer in unsaturated polyester resins, and white spirit, which is used to dilute alkyd resins.

Cray Valley also store and handle Toluene Di-isocyanate (TDI) a substance classified as ‘very toxic’ which is a respiratory sensitiser and can cause asthma. TDI is used to modify the base alkyd resins to produce a urethane resin, which is used in the manufacture of hardwearing floor varnishes. Due to the storage and handling of Toluene Di-isocyanate, Cray Valley is a lower tier COMAH site and has a Major Accident Prevention Policy and a well developed Major Emergency Procedure.

MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDSFire, explosion with the release of toxic vapours or fumes.

SITE SIRENS The Site Emergency Alarm is tested every Monday at 9.00 am.

Contacts Site Manager Process Support Manager


SITE ADDRESSLaporte Road Stallingborough North East Lincolnshire DN40 2PR Tel: 01469 571000 www.cristalglobal.com Manager providing information: Safety, Health & Environment Manager

SITE ACTIVITIESThe principle activity of the site is manufacture of Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) pigment. TiO2 is a pigment of exceptional whiteness and opacity. It is used in paints and other surface coatings, plastics and paper. It is non-toxic and extremely durable.

SUBSTANCESNotable substances that could affect the health of neighbours or the environment:Chlorine (Cl2) - Gaseous chlorine is greenish-yellowish and has a sharp suffocating, pungent and irritating odour. The smell is of the type associated with bleach and swimming pools. Titanium Tetrachloride (TiCl4) - A liquid at normal temperatures, it evolves white fumes on exposure to air. This fume is irritating to the eyes, nose and throat. The white fume can restrict visibility.

MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDSAll reasonable precautions have been taken to ensure that these materials are stored and handled in the safest way possible. Although release of either of these substances is extremely unlikely, such a release could result in a gas cloud in a concentration that could affect health. Warning of danger will be by Emergency Services or a company representative via local radio or other media.

SITE SIRENS There are two types of sirens on site:

Toxic gas (Chlorine and Titanium Tetrachloride) alarm - a variable • pitch siren, similar to an air-raid siren.

Fire alarm - • a continuous siren

The toxic gas alarm is tested on Tuesdays at 9.30 am.

Contacts Safety, Health & Environment Manager or Site Director


SITE ADDRESSNewlincs Developments Ltd Integrated Waste Management Facility South Marsh Road Stallingborough North East Lincolnshire DN41 8BZ Tel: 01469 552550 www.newlincs.com Manager providing information: Plant Manager

SITE ACTIVITIESNewlincs Development hold a 25 year contract with North East Lincolnshire Council for the disposal & recycling of municipal household waste generated by the residents of North East Lincolnshire.As part of this contract, an Integrated Waste Management Facility has been built that comprises of an Energy from Waste Plant, a Materials Recycling Facility and a green garden waste storage facility.Recyclable materials such as glass, cans, paper, plastics and green garden waste are accepted at the Materials Recycling Facility. They are stored, baled, bulked up prior to further onward transportation to reprocessors. The green garden waste is shredded on site before being transported to an on-farm composting facility.

SUBSTANCESWe handle and store domestic house-hold municipal waste and recyclable materials. A variety of supporting chemical processes some of which are classified as being hazardous are also present on site.

MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDSNewlincs take great care to ensure that procedures are in place to minimize the risk of any incident which may occur. There are integrated Safety, Operational and Environmental Procedures such that in the unlikely event of an incident, personnel are trained in an appropriate response.Our facility is situated close to the Humber Estuary which is recognised as an area of scientific interest. At Newlincs we embrace the concept of continuous improvement and work closely with the Environment Agency ensuring that emissions are tightly controlled. On site facilities ensure there are no releases to land or water courses and with a continuous emissions monitoring package (CEMs) on the release to air point. These operate within stringent control parameters.

SITE SIRENS On site fire alarm only, tested weekly on Mondays at 11am.


SITE ADDRESSSouth Marsh Road Stallingborough North East Lincolnshire DN41 8DB Tel: 01469 573361 www.synthomer.com Manager providing information: Site Manager

SITE ACTIVITIESManufacture of synthetic latices and liquid polybutadiene products. The main end uses for products are in:

• synthetic latex gloves• textile printing• carpet manufacture (carpet backing)• construction additives• paints• adhesives

SUBSTANCESA large number of chemicals are used on site, but the notable substances that could effect the health of neighbours or the environment are Butadiene - (Bd) which is a colourless gas with a characteristic oily smell and Acrylonitrile - (AN) which is a clear, colourless liquid with a slightly pungent odour.

MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDSA major emergency is likely to result from either a fire, explosion, release of toxic vapours or fumes. Being a top tier COMAH site, Synthomer Ltd has in place a number of preventative measures to minimise the potential risks.We have a Major Accident Prevention Policy and have Safety, Health and Environmental Systems to support this. Fixed detection systems are in place for the highest hazard material Butadiene, aimed to give an early warning if there are any leaks.

SITE SIRENS Site Emergency Alarm - a continuous siren tested on Mondays at 10.15 and 10.30 a.m. (Tuesdays if a Bank Holiday).

Contacts Site Manager SHE Manager


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What to do in the event of an emergency

Warning of DangerBy Emergency Services, Company Representative or local radio. If it is safe to do so, check that your neighbours have heard it.

All ClearWait inside until the all clear is given or you are given other advice. Messages giving the all clear will be issued by the Emergency Services, Company Representative or local radio.

Tune InFollow the instructions given by the companies or the Emergency Services and listen to the radio. Do not use the phone to contact the company, keep their lines free for emergency use.

Stay InSwitch off ventilation fans, aircon units and all sources of ignition, including gas and electrical heating appliances. Block incoming draughts and close windows. Do not light matches or naked flames. Do not smoke. Stay calm and rest.

Go InGo indoors. Do not collect your children from school, they will be properly cared for.

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