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SPILL PREVENTION AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN BHP Potash Export Facility at Fraser Surrey Docks
Prepared for: BHP Billiton Canada Inc. 130 3rd Avenue South Saskatoon, SK S7K 1L3
Prepared by: Hemmera Envirochem Inc. 18th Floor, 4730 Kingsway Burnaby, BC V5H 0C6
File: 1856-001.01 February 2018
40600-RE-PLN-55010
Revision 0
February 2018
Spill Prevention and Emergency Response Plan
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. (BHP) is proposing to construct and operate a potash export facility (Project) at Fraser Surrey Docks (FSD) on the south bank of the South Arm of the Fraser River in Surrey, British Columbia (BC). Hemmera Envirochem Inc. (Hemmera) has been retained by BHP to prepare a Spill Prevention and Emergency Response Plan (SPERP) for the Project site located at 11060 Elevator Road in Surrey, BC.
Given the Project site will be operated by FSD, the SPERP is intended to bridge FSD’s existing Emergency Response and Spill Response Plans and applicable BHP procedures to improve efficiency
and safety. The purpose of this plan is to provide guidance for onsite and offsite personnel on the required
actions for preventing and responding to spills and emergencies. The plan is not intended to provide a
detailed procedure for every conceivable emergency that could occur at the Project site. The objectives of
this plan are as follows:
• Minimise impacts to human health, safety, environment, and property in the event of an emergency.
• Provide site-specific information on the facilities and contingencies in place.
• Identify roles, responsibilities, and reporting procedures for emergency events.
• Provide readily accessible emergency information to response teams, management, and government agencies.
• Promote the safe and careful use of potentially hazardous materials.
• Promote the safe and effective recovery potentially hazardous materials.
• Comply with federal and provincial regulations and guidelines pertaining to the preparation of contingency plans and notification requirements in the event of an emergency or spill.
• Provide information on required employee training, emergency response communication plan, emergency procedures for natural events, spill tracking and reporting, and records of facilities inspections.
• Facilitate and expedite the restoration of normal operating conditions on the site following an emergency.
The SPERP, as well as the FSD Emergency Response Plan (ERP) are living documents, and should be reviewed and updated regularly as per requirements described in Section 5.0.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................... I
ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATIONS, SYMBOLS, AND UNITS OF MEASURE ............................................. IV
1.0 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 1
APPLICABLE LEGISLATION ...................................................................................................... 1
2.0 EMERGENCY AND SPILL RESPONSE PLANNING ..................................................................... 4
EMERGENCY SCENARIOS ....................................................................................................... 4
CRISIS AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE MANAGEMENT HIERARCHY ............................................. 5
EMERGENCY ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ORGANISATION .................................................. 5
2.3.1 Offsite Management Personnel ............................................................................. 5
2.3.2 On-scene Commander ........................................................................................... 6
2.3.3 Emergency Response Coordinator ........................................................................ 6
2.3.4 All Personnel .......................................................................................................... 8
RESOURCES AND CONTACT LIST ............................................................................................ 9
INTERNAL COMMUNICATION ................................................................................................... 9
EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION (WHERE APPLICABLE) ................................................................ 10
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS STORAGE ...................................................................................... 10
REFUELING ......................................................................................................................... 11
2.8.1 General ................................................................................................................ 11
2.8.2 Bunkering ............................................................................................................. 13
SPILL KITS .......................................................................................................................... 13
WASTE MANAGEMENT ......................................................................................................... 16
3.0 EMERGENCY RESPONSE ........................................................................................................... 17
EMERGENCY ALERT PROCEDURE ......................................................................................... 17
SIRENS ............................................................................................................................... 18
3.2.1 Siren Procedure greater than 10 Seconds .......................................................... 18
3.2.2 Siren Procedure less than 10 Seconds ............................................................... 18
SPECIFIC EMERGENCY SCENARIOS ...................................................................................... 18
3.3.1 Fire and/or Explosion ........................................................................................... 19
3.3.2 Spill Response ..................................................................................................... 20
3.3.3 Earthquake ........................................................................................................... 22
3.3.4 Flood .................................................................................................................... 23
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3.3.5 Other Emergency Scenarios ................................................................................ 24
EMERGENCY RESPONSE CLEANUP ....................................................................................... 24
EMERGENCY RESPONSE INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING ..................................................... 25
4.0 TRAINING ...................................................................................................................................... 27
5.0 PLAN EVALUATION AND UPDATES .......................................................................................... 29
PLAN UPDATES .................................................................................................................... 29
STORAGE AREA AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTION ...................................................................... 29
6.0 CLOSURE ...................................................................................................................................... 31
7.0 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................... 32
List of Tables
Table 1-1 Applicable Legislation ......................................................................................................... 2
Table 2-1 Petroleum, Oil, and Hazardous Materials Storage (To Be Updated as Required) ........... 11
List of Figures
Figure 1-1 Project Development Area .................................................................................................. 2
Figure 1-2 Site Overview Map .............................................................................................................. 3
Figure 2-1 Response Hierarchy Framework ........................................................................................ 5
Figure 2-2 Muster Area and Spill Kit Locations (Placeholder - to be developed in cooperation
with contractor prior to construction) ................................................................................. 15
List of Appendices
Appendix A FSD Emergency Response Plan (Doc. No. 40600-HS-PLN-00004 Rev. A)
Appendix B Emergency Contact List
Appendix C Draft Hazardous Materials Inventory (Example)
Appendix D Basic Spill Kit Requirements (Example)
Appendix E Reportable Levels of Certain Substances
Appendix F Incident Report Template (Example) & Emergency Action Checklist (Example)
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ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATIONS, SYMBOLS, AND UNITS OF MEASURE
Acronym Definition
BC British Columbia
BHP BHP Billiton Canada Inc.
CEMT Crisis/Emergency Response Team
EHS Environmental Health and Safety
ERT Emergency Response Team
FSD Fraser Surrey Docks
Hemmera Hemmera Envirochem Inc.
MOE Ministry of Environment
Project proposed potash export facility
SDS Safety Data Sheet
SPERP Spill Prevention and Emergency Response Plan
VFPA Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
Unit of Measurement Definition
% Percent
m Metre
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. (BHP) is proposing to construct and operate a potash export facility (Project) at
Fraser Surrey Docks (FSD) on the south bank of the South Arm of the Fraser River in Surrey, British
Columbia (BC). Hemmera Envirochem Inc. (Hemmera) has been retained by BHP to prepare a Spill
Prevention and Emergency Response Plan (SPERP) for the Project site located at 11060 Elevator Road in
Surrey, BC.
The Project site is situated on federal lands within the jurisdiction of the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
(VFPA). BHP plans to export potash products produced at the Jansen Mine in Saskatchewan, via bulk
ocean-going vessels. Key features of the Project include installation of a traveling shiploader and
construction of a train dumper, material handling and transfer system, dust management systems, a product
storage building, an administration and maintenance building, and a dedicated rail loop.
Given the Project site will be operated by FSD, the SPERP will attempt to bridge FSD’s existing Emergency Response and Spill Response Plans and applicable BHP procedures to improve efficiency
and safety. The FSD Emergency Response Plan (ERP) (Doc. No. 40600-HS-PLN-00004 Rev. A) is
provided in Appendix A. This Plan is applicable to the Project development area as shown on Figure 1-1
and the site overview is presented in Figure 1-2.
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The purpose of this plan is to provide guidance for onsite and offsite personnel on the required actions for
preventing and responding to emergencies. The SPERP is not intended to provide a detailed procedure for
every conceivable emergency that could occur at the Project site. This plan will also provide guidance to
mitigate, to the fullest extent possible, the risk of environmental contamination from the accidental release
of deleterious materials by providing clear procedures for their storage and handling as well as clear plans
of action should such a release occur.
The objectives of this plan are as follows:
• Minimise impacts to human health, safety, environment, and property in the event of an emergency.
• Provide site-specific information on the facilities and contingencies in place.
• Identify roles, responsibilities, and reporting procedures for emergency events.
• Provide readily accessible emergency information to response teams, management, and government agencies.
• Promote the safe and careful use of potentially hazardous materials.
• Promote the safe and effective recovery potentially hazardous materials.
• Comply with federal and provincial regulations and guidelines pertaining to the preparation of contingency plans and notification requirements in the event of an emergency or spill.
• Provide information on required employee training, emergency response communication plan, emergency procedures for natural events, spill tracking and reporting, and records of facilities inspections.
• Facilitate and expedite the restoration of normal operating conditions on the site following an emergency.
This plan is a living document, and should be reviewed and updated on a regular basis.
APPLICABLE LEGISLATION
Table 1-1 summarises the applicable regulatory and policy framework under which emergency planning,
prevention, and response must be managed during Project operation. It is important to note that the Project
site is on federal land and within federal jurisdiction; however, offsite discharges and wastes from the
Project site are under provincial and/or municipal jurisdiction.
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Table 1-1 Applicable Legislation
Regulatory Body Legislation
Government of Canada
Canadian Environmental Protection Act, SC 1999, c. 33
Canada Labour Code, RSC 1985, c L-2
Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (SOR/86-304)
Hazardous Product Act, RSC, 1985, c. H-3
Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17)
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act,1992, SC 1992, c.34
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Canada Shipping Act, SC 2001
Environmental Response Arrangements Regulations (SOR/2008-275)
Safety Management Regulations (SOR/98-348)
Vessel Pollution and Dangerous Chemicals Regulations (SOR/2012-69)
Canada Wildlife Act, RSC 1985, c W-9
Emergency Management Act, SC 2007, c 15
Species at Risk Act, SC 2002, c 29
BC Ministry of Environment
Environmental Management Act, SBC 2003, c. 53
Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
Contaminated Sites Regulation (BC Reg 184/2016)
Spill Reporting Regulation (BC Reg 263/90)
WorkSafeBC, Workers’ Compensation Board of British Columbia
Workers Compensation Act, RSBC 1996, c.492
Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, Part 5
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Guidelines
The SPERP was developed using guidance from the following:
• FSD. 2015. Emergency Response Plan. Doc. No. 40600-HS-PLN-00004 Rev. A.
• British Columbia Ministry of Environment (MOE). 2002. BC. Guidelines for Industry Emergency Response Plans.
• Canadian Standards Association (CSA). 2003. Emergency Preparedness and Response. CSA-Z731-03 (R2014).
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Figure 1-2 Site Overview Map
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2.0 EMERGENCY AND SPILL RESPONSE PLANNING
This section outlines and defines key emergency scenarios associated with the Project site, general
emergency response hierarchy, roles and responsibilities, resources, and internal and external
communications that will be implemented during and after an incident at the Project site.
EMERGENCY SCENARIOS
A list of potential anthropogenic and natural emergency scenarios that could occur at the Project site include
(as identified in FSD ERP):
• Fire and Explosion – including fire in a warehouse or other building, on a ship, or on mobile or
other equipment.
• Hazardous Materials Spill/Release – spill/release of liquid, solid, or gas from a vessel, vehicle,
rail car, or container (includes release of toxic gas(es)).
• Collision and/or Accident – including collision/accident involving vessel(s), vehicle(s), rail car(s),
dock equipment, and fallen cargo.
• Water Rescue – including drowning
• Power Outage • Acts of Aggression – including bomb threat, sabotage, or vandalism.
• Increases in MARSEC (Marine Security) Levels
• Major Storm – including winter and electrical storms
• Earthquake – including minor and major earthquakes
• Flood
Spill Preparedness, Prevention, and Response is addressed as follows:
• Awareness/Hazard Assessment – Section 2.1, Section 2.7, Section 2.8, Appendix A
• Spill Response Planning (Map) – Section 2.9, (Figure 2-2), Appendix A
• Equipment, Personnel, and Other Resources – Section 2.2, Section 2.3, Section 2.4, Section 2.9,
Appendix A
• Roles and Responsibilities – Section 2.2, Section 2.3, Appendix A
• Communication – Section 2.5, Section 2.6, Appendix A
• Waste Management – Section 2.10
• Spill Response Procedure – Section 3.3.2, Appendix A
• Investigation and Reporting – Section 3.4, Section 3.5, Appendix A
• Training, Auditing, Continual Improvement – Section 3.5, Section 4.0, Section 5.0, Appendix A.
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CRISIS AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE MANAGEMENT HIERARCHY
The emergency response hierarchy to manage and coordinate the emergency response at the Project site
is outlined in Figure 2-1 as two levels: FSD Emergency Response Team (ERT) / Project ERT, and when
required, BHP’s Crisis/Emergency Management Team (CEMT). The contact details for FSD, BHP,
government, and industry support services are listed in Appendix B.
Figure 2-1 Response Hierarchy Framework
The extent of the response structure will be dictated by the size of the incident and the required response.
BHP’s CEMT will be informed, and will provide strategic support and external affairs as required in the event
of an emergency. For the most part, however, the main tactical response and support at the Project site will
be managed by FSD and its ERT.
EMERGENCY ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ORGANISATION
All trained and competent workers at the Project site will be expected to be involved in response actions in
the event of an emergency or incident during regular work activities. The following is a description of the
roles of offsite managers, as well as the Incident Commander, Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC),
and Project Personnel in the event of an emergency. The roles described below are in accordance with
FSD’s ERP.
2.3.1 Offsite Management Personnel
Offsite management personnel (i.e., CEMT) will assist in managing a significant incident as requested by
FSD Lead ERC or On-scene Commander, and are responsible for the following:
Crisis/Emergency Management TeamBHP Head Office
Lead ERC/ FSDERTProject Site
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• Support the FSD Lead ERC and/or On-scene Commander with efforts to verify that the SPERP is in effect onsite.
• Assist the FSD Lead ERC and/or On-scene Commander with outside resources (as needed) in the event of an incident.
• Verify that adequate funds are available to respond to an incident.
• Ensure the safety of the onsite personnel, neighbours, property, equipment, and the environment is a top priority in all work planned for the Project site.
2.3.2 On-scene Commander
The On-scene Commander will lead coordination of the emergency response. Frequently, the Fire Chief
plays the role of On-scene Commander when more then one agency is involved; however, another person
may play this role if they are more qualified or requested.
In general, the On-scene Commander will be responsible for the following activities:
• Act as the overall Coordinator.
• Document and record all events and actions.
• Activate the SPERP based on the assessment of the spill, and take on the Incident Commander role in the event of an emergency response.
• Coordinate and oversee personnel and equipment resources to conduct spill containment, recovery, cleanup, and disposal.
• Document chronology of the emergency event, cleanup actions, root cause, and potential corrective actions needed to prevent recurrence.
• Provide liaison and maintain effective communication between FSD, BHP, regulators, personnel, stakeholders, and any other organisations throughout an emergency response (as needed).
• Execute the communications framework onsite in the event of an incident.
• Support site personnel in responding to incidents, and acquire additional assistance if required.
• Assess potential for recovery of the spilled product.
• Follow all guidelines and regulations for disposal of spilled materials, affected debris, and contaminated soil and water as established by appropriate government agencies.
2.3.3 Emergency Response Coordinator
The ERC is trained in Emergency Response Procedures. The Lead ERC is the on-duty Superintendent
who will act as the lead upon arrival at the emergency scene, and will take over coordination of all aspects
and parties including emergency agencies as per the ERP. FSD also defines on-call ERCs, which are ERCs
who rotate responsibility at the Project according to a weekend duty schedule, with an ERC designated as
the on-call ERC at all times. The ERC will report to the On-scene Commander if one has been designated.
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The Lead ERC will be responsible for the following activities:
• Report to the On-scene Commander as required.
• Act as the Coordinator for the FSDERT.
• Activate the SPERP based on the assessment of the emergency (e.g., FSD Emergency Information Form and Emergency Plan Activation).
• Notify the designated BHP contact, the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre (1-800-663-3456), and coordinate with other external organisations, including response organisations (VFPA, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Environment Canada and Climate Change, Ministry of Environment (MOE), Canadian Coast Guard, local emergency services, etc.).
• Document and record all events and actions of the FSD ERT.
• Oversee implementation of all phases of the SPERP and procedures (e.g., FSD Emergency Response Activities)
• Coordinate and oversee personnel and equipment resources to respond to emergencies, contain spills, and conduct recovery, cleanup, and disposal activities.
• Document the chronology of the emergency event and cleanup actions, root cause, and corrective actions needed to prevent recurrence.
• Provide liaison and maintain effective communication with On-scene Commander (as needed).
• Confirm that the necessary equipment is functioning and in place for a spill response or emergency to meet or exceed legislative requirements.
• Review all incidents, including any injury or property or environmental effect, and verify that appropriate containment, recovery, and cleanup is initiated.
• Provide the personnel, materials, and equipment necessary for adequate response to fuel and hazardous materials spills.
• Support site personnel in responding to incidents, and acquire additional assistance if required.
• Assess potential for recovery of the spilled product.
• Follow all guidelines and regulations for disposal of spilled materials, affected debris, and contaminated soil and water as established by appropriate government agencies.
2.3.3.1 Fraser Surrey Docks Emergency Response Team
The FSD ERT is responsible for responding to an emergency under the direction of the Lead ERC.
2.3.3.2 Wardens
Wardens are responsible for coordinating an orderly evacuation from their portion of a building and
conducting roll calls.
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2.3.4 All Personnel
All Project personnel will be expected to:
• Practice spill prevention by performing regular maintenance on all fuel or hazardous material systems located onsite, and by using proper methods for handling of fuel/hazardous materials.
• Take part in emergency response training as per the plan.
• Be familiar with spill prevention, containment, and cleanup as outlined in the plan.
• Be aware of spill hazards, and be proactive in mitigating these hazards.
• Report any spills or incidents to the Shift Supervisor or the on-duty Superintendent as soon as it is safe to do so.
• Know locations of emergency alarms, communication devices, and spill containment equipment in case of a spill.
• Follow directions of the Lead ERC and/or On-scene Commander in the event of an emergency, including the procedures for isolating and eliminating all ignition sources; ensuring safety and security at the spill site; stopping or reducing discharge as soon as it is safe to do so; and making every effort to contain the spill using all appropriate means.
In the event of an emergency, the Lead ERC or On-scene Commander will take over responsibility for
Project operations until the situation is under control. The basic responsibilities of site personnel in the
event of an incident is outlined below:
1. Offsite Managers (where applicable) – will provide support to the On-scene Commander or Lead ERC, and will have final authority over all external communication and financial decisions. The On-scene Commander or Lead ERC will present all incident-related information to the offsite managers, who will then communicate and disseminate the information to appropriate internal and external individuals and organisations.
2. On-scene Commander and Lead Emergency Response Coordinator
a. On-scene Commander (where applicable) – will take control of the Project site in the event of an emergency response, and will have authority over strategic and tactical decisions related to the emergency, and management of the incident. All information on the incident will be directed to the On-scene Commander, who will disseminate the information to the appropriate organisations, and oversee the completion of the appropriate spill tracking and reporting.
b. Lead ERC – generally reports to the Incident Commander (as applicable). The Lead ERC will be responsible for coordinating and managing the FSDERT and, where applicable, communicating and directing other trained personnel such as Shift Supervisor(s) and/or Vessel Captains. In addition, the Lead ERC will be aware of the various hazards onsite and where to find the appropriate response equipment and supplies (e.g., spill kits).
3. FSD ERT – a team of specially trained employees will be required to complete the initial emergency response onsite under the direction of the Lead ERC. They will be aware of the various hazards onsite and where to find the appropriate response equipment and supplies (e.g., spill kits).
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4. Project Personnel – all employees or subcontractors onsite will be responsible for understanding the details of this plan and FSD’s ERP and procedures. Those employees identified as part of the FSD ERT will be trained to execute the SPERP, communicate emergency situations promptly to the appropriate staff onsite, and be familiar with the locations of emergency response equipment and in its appropriate use. Project personnel, as directed by the Lead ERC, may be required to be the first line of response (i.e., containment), when it is safe to do so.
RESOURCES AND CONTACT LIST
For emergencies onsite, the Lead ERC will be responsible for notifying the appropriate contacts listed in
Appendix B and in the FSD ERP (p. 16-19). Emergency response equipment such as spill containment,
spill kits, cleanup supplies, will be supplied by FSD (or a designated contractor), and will be available onsite
at all times during works. Locations for all applicable emergency equipment (e.g., first-aid stations, alarm
pulls, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) files (formerly referred to as Material Safety Data Sheets), fire extinguishers,
muster stations) will be identified onsite and updated as needed.
INTERNAL COMMUNICATION
In the event of a site emergency, all communication will flow to the Lead ERC. Communication of the
incident will be conducted as soon as it is safe to do so. The necessary information to be communicated to
the Lead ERC includes:
• Type of emergency (fire, explosion, chemical spill, etc.)
• Number, type, and severity of any injuries
• Location of the emergency
• Action taken so far
• Any immediate concerns
• Name of caller and phone local where the call is being placed.
Additional information to provide includes:
• Affected areas (e.g., waterways)
• Details of what happened
• Cause of event (if known)
• Quantities of hazardous fluids spilled
• Recommended next steps.
The Lead ERC will be the first point of contact for any onsite emergency response, and will be responsible
for onsite internal notifications. Acceptable means of communications will include cell phones, land lines, a
paging system, or voice, and the initial notification of the emergency will be completed as soon as it is safe
to do so within 24 hours. The FSD fire alarm and public address system will be in place at the Project site.
The Lead ERC will maintain ongoing communication for the duration of the emergency.
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EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION (WHERE APPLICABLE)
The Lead ERC or On-scene Commander will take responsibility for disseminating information about the
emergency and associated response to external organisations (i.e., fire, ambulance, police, regulatory
bodies, media, etc.). In the event of a significant emergency (e.g., fatality, vessel sinking, terrorist threat)
external communications responsibility may divert to BHP’s CEMT.
External communication will be completed as needed and only when safe to do so. Information to be
communicated externally may include the type of emergency, location, and response needs, and will be
provided in accordance with the FSD ERP and/or a formal Communication Management Plan.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS STORAGE
Hazardous materials storage practices for the Project site will be as follows:
• Where quantities of hazardous materials meet the thresholds of the Chemical Accident Prevention Provisions (US Environmental Protection Agency, 40 CFR Part 68), conduct a process hazard analysis.
• Locate hazardous materials a minimum of 100 metres (m) from the edge of the Fraser River or any body of water.
• Clearly label storage facilities and associated infrastructure to indicate contents, the nature of the stored products, and have available applicable SDSs.
• Store incompatible materials separately according to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Store materials in applicable containers, and place them on appropriate secondary contaminant as per material compatibility.
• Register all storage tanks or other containers for flammable and combustible reservoirs as required by petroleum product regulations.
• Locate all tanks, drums, and other storage containers that contain hazardous materials within a containment structure (i.e., berm, curbs, dikes, and trenches), capable of holding 110 percent (%) of the largest container plus 10% of all other containers within the containment structure, in accordance with the BC Hazardous Waste Regulation.
• Provide material storage areas with impervious floors that have adequate drainage that are sloped towards a low point to allow for spill collection.
• Empty tanks with leaks and keep empty until they are repaired or removed.
• Where applicable, store tanks or drums in one location, and restrict access to this location.
• Contain cleaning solvents in dip tanks designed for cleaning, and do not use out of open containers that may cause spillage.
• Store tidy tanks, gasoline cans, and solvents in leak-proof secondary containment that is capable of holding 110% of the largest container plus 20% of all other containers within the containment structure.
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• Implement a prohibition on smoking on the entire site, with the exception of designated areas.
• Equip portable tanks with emergency venting.
• Keep storage areas free of debris and any unnecessary combustible material.
• Equip fuel facilities with manual and automatic emergency shutoff systems, a risk-based spill detection system, a concrete apron, and catch basin with oil/water separators, cover these facilities and components, and confirm they are designed in a manner that prevents gravity flow (i.e., pump fuel to the nozzle instead of fueling via gravity feed).
• Cover any fueling and hazardous material storage areas.
Hazardous materials, including oil, that are anticipated to be stored at the facility are identified in Table 2-1.
Table 2-1 Petroleum, Oil, and Hazardous Materials Storage (To Be Updated as Required)
Storage Description
Tank Type and Construction Material Stored Total Volume
Stored (litres)
Diesel fuel tank Carbon steel Diesel fuel TBD
Gasoline fuel tank Carbon steel Gasoline fuel TBD
Drum storage 55 gallon (208 L) steel drums Lubricating and engine oil, hydraulic oil TBD
Miscellaneous, etc Cans, pails, etc Paints, greases and cleaning solvents TBD
The list above provides a summary of materials to be used during activities at the Project site, which will
contain various dangerous goods, hazardous wastes, or hazardous chemicals for use in daily construction
activities. These materials will be entered in the Hazardous Materials Inventory template (Appendix C) and updated prior to construction. This inventory will be amended and re-issued with a new date as each
new product is brought onsite or when old products are withdrawn from use onsite. Both the inventory and
this plan are meant to be living documents that will be amended as required.
All hazardous materials will have hard copies and digital versions of SDSs available at the Project site main
office prior to implementation of this plan. The review of all hazardous materials will be incorporated into
site training and orientation sessions.
REFUELING
2.8.1 General
Procedures for refueling on the Project site are as follows:
• Refuel vehicles and mobile equipment in an area away from the general work area and from any source of ignition.
• Avoid fuel transfer, where possible, within:
A building or structure without adequate ventilation
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30 m of a watercourse
3 m of a property line
4.5 m of any opening in a building
10 m from any source of heat or ignition.
• Post signs at designated refueling locations indicating that all vehicle or equipment ignition must be turned off and smoking is prohibited within 10 m of the refueling area or fuel transfer locations. Confirm that refueling activity is clearly visible to approaching workers.
• Attend all fuel dispensing or transferring tasks for the duration of the operation.
• Confirm the completion of training in proper fuel handling procedures to minimise the risk of a spill, and continuously scan the area adjacent to the fueling operation for possible leaks or spills.
• Appropriately ground and bond trucks during all fuel transfers to avoid the possibility of static charge.
• Refuel stand-alone fuel containers within secondary containment that can hold 110% of their capacity.
• While refueling, suspend operation of moving equipment in the immediate vicinity (i.e., 5 m) of the refueling.
• When transferring fuel, place sorbent material around the fuel inlet prior to dispensing, and use pumping equipment, including an approved hose and top-fill nozzle.
• Do not transfer product from a highway tank or mobile refueling tank, except by means of pumping. The pump will be equipped to prevent siphoning of the tank should a leak occur in the fuel nozzle, hose, or pump.
• Verify with the attendant conducting refueling that there is a proper connection between the fuel fill hose and the fill pipe of the highway tank, mobile refueling tank, or the equipment being filled, and verify that the fill valve is open.
• Confirm the level of fuel into the receiving container is known or visible at all times. Stop the transfer of fuel prior to overflowing, leaving adequate room (head space) for expansion per receiving container specifications.
• Regularly inspect fuel systems and their components, including checks for leakage, deterioration, or damage.
• Refuel all marine vessels at a commercial refueling dock, except as noted in Section 2.8.2.
• Ensure that a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 20 B/C and spill containment kits are readily available for use during fueling.
• Confirm that smoking occurs only in designated areas.
• Turn off cell phones during refueling, and do not use cell phones within 5 m of a fuel pump.
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2.8.2 Bunkering
All vessel bunkering1 will adhere to the Bunkering Practices and Procedures as stipulated in the Port of
Vancouver’s Harbour Operations Manual (VFPA 2014). Vessel bunkering will take place primarily in
Vancouver Harbour, either at designated anchorages or at berth.
If vessel bunkering is required at the Project site in the Fraser River, fuel supply activities will only occur
alongside at berth. A stand-by tug will be in attendance of bunker barges moored alongside or otherwise at
FSD. If a towing company is used, it will be the responsibility of the bunkering agent to verify the towing
company is aware of the bunkering and berthing schedule at BHP.
When bunkering operations are underway, tug masters will be required to maintain communication with
Victoria Traffic on VHF Channel 74 to monitor for any deep-sea traffic that may affect bunkering operations,
and will advise when bunkering operations begin and complete. If a ship must transit past a berth within the
same breakwater where a bunkering operation is underway, the barge will be removed to allow for the safe
and timely transit of arriving, shifting, or departing vessels.
All bunkering operations will be carried out in accordance with the International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers
and Terminals (ICS et al. 1996) and any additional information will be added to these practices and
procedures.
SPILL KITS
The Project site will be equipped with sufficient spill response equipment (spill kits) to contain and clean up
all potential spills associated with the operation and maintenance activities. In particular, spill kits will comply
with the following requirements:
• Strategically place spill kits throughout the Project site and at a minimum at least within 100 m of all hazardous material storage areas.
• At a minimum, verify that each spill kit contains sufficient hydrophobic2 absorbent material (e.g., oil-absorbent pads and socks) to contain and clean up potential drips, leaks, or spills (e.g., ruptured hydraulic line), as well as gloves and heavy plastic bags to contain used absorbent materials and contaminated soils or wastes (see Appendix D).
• Locate spill kits in all vehicles throughout the Project site to enable personnel to respond to small spills from their fuel tanks or hydraulic equipment. Store spill kits in water-tight containers in easy-to-access areas, such as behind the seat in the equipment cabin.
1 Bunkering: The supply of fuel for use by ships in a marine port. 2 Hydrophobic: nonpolar molecules that repel water molecules (e.g., alkanes, oils, fats) and used for removing oil from water,
managing oil spills, and removing non-polar substances from polar compounds.
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• Locate a marine-specific spill kit at the wharf structure, and supply it with sufficient absorbent material including a large spill containment boom with a watercraft of sufficient size and power available to deploy the boom.
• Clearly indicate the locations of all large, drum-style spill kits by signage (Figure 2-2). This figure will be developed in cooperation with contractor prior to construction.
• Label all spill kits to identify the spill capacity for which the kits are intended.
• Locate a spill kit where refueling occurs.
• Regularly check the contents of all spill kits (annually at a minimum) to verify all used spill kit contents are replenished.
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WASTE MANAGEMENT
The following waste management procedures will be employed to manage waste generated from a
emergency or spill, or to generally manage hazardous waste generated as per usual onsite activities:
• Place used (contaminated) sorbent materials in spill kit bag provided for that purpose.
• Temporarily store used materials onsite in a clearly labeled and secure drum dedicated to that purpose. Empty drum contents within reasonable time and dispose of contents offsite.
• Send soil and groundwater contaminated by spill(s) of hazardous materials to an appropriate transfer facility to be managed and remediated; this includes the use of appropriate records/manifests to appropriate track materials shipped offsite.
• After a spill and where appropriate, coordinate communication and response efforts between the Lead ERC, On-scene Commander, and/or interested parties (e.g., regulators, affected parties), and begin immediately to develop and implement a spill-specific cleanup action plan in accordance with the Contaminated Sites Regulation and other applicable regulations.
The waste management contractor for the Project will be determined prior to construction.
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3.0 EMERGENCY RESPONSE
During Project operation, potential accidents, equipment malfunctions, spills, or general environmental
incidents may occur, which may require a level of emergency response. It is important to describe and
provide training to onsite personnel on emergency procedures to support appropriate decision making at a
time when tensions may be elevated, and personnel safety is of utmost concern. If accidents and
malfunctions are not properly mitigated or responded to at the outset, they could result in significant effects.
Spill response measures will be required for all spills. The level of response activities, including the amount
of resources (equipment and personnel) required will depend on the magnitude, quantity, and nature of the
material released, and the general characteristics of the surrounding environment.
The SPERP is a bridging document for FSD’s ERP (Appendix A). The Lead ERC will be prepared to
coordinate any emergency response situations at the Project site with the appropriate support and
emergency infrastructure already established at the Project site by FSD.
EMERGENCY ALERT PROCEDURE
In the event of an emergency, personnel are expected to follow Alert Procedures identified in Appendix A.
A summary of the procedure is provided below.
A person discovering an emergency shall, as appropriate:
1. Pull the fire alarm if building evacuation is required.
2. Using a phone, dial 911 and request an ambulance, the fire department, and/or the police.
3. Contact First Aid (Local 216, 604-582-2216, 778-838-8624 or Radio Ch. 8) if there are any
injuries. Non-emergency number for First Aid 604-582-2248.
4. Always contact Security (Local 213 or 235) and transmit the following information:
a) Type of emergency (fire, explosion, chemical spill, etc.)
b) Number, type, and severity of any injuries
c) Location of the emergency
d) Action taken so far
e) Any immediate concerns
f) Caller’s name and phone local from which the call is being placed.
5. Security will contact BNSF (604-520-5203) to clear the rail tracks.
6. Security will contact Operations staff and inform them of the situation.
7. Persons present at the emergency shall initiate the appropriate First Response procedures, as
described in the following sections, if it is safe to do so.
8. Persons present at the emergency will contact neighbouring companies so that they are made
aware of the emergency incident if applicable.
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Additional Emergency Alert procedures defined in Appendix A are to be followed. References to specific
sections of Appendix A for FSD Emergency Alert procedures are as follows:
• Security Procedure (Section 1.3)
• ERC Procedure (Section 1.4)
• Wardens (Section 1.5)
• Evacuation Instructions (Section 1.6)
• Emergency Roll Call (Section 1.7) (to be updated prior to construction)
• Public Information Coordinator Procedure (Section 1.8)
• Reception Procedure (Section 1.9).
SIRENS
The control button to activate the sirens on the FSD dock are in the secured Security room of Shed 5, Level
2. Security will only activate and deactivate this alarm with direction from the lead ERC, and/or ERC (i.e.,
Superintendent and/or Health and Safety management representative).
3.2.1 Siren Procedure greater than 10 Seconds
If the siren onsite sounds for longer than 10 seconds, all BHP, FSD staff, contractors, visitors, and workers
will:
• Evacuate buildings.
• Immediately proceed to the nearest marshalling areas.
• Follow the instructions of area wardens as per Section 1.5 and 1.6 Appendix A.
3.2.2 Siren Procedure less than 10 Seconds
A siren that sounds for a period less than 10 seconds is likely for testing purposes only and may be ignored.
Other than testing purposes, the siren shall only be sounded in the event of an emergency that could affect
the health and well-being of everyone on the Project site.
The FSD siren will be tested twice in each calendar year.
SPECIFIC EMERGENCY SCENARIOS
Environmental emergencies can occur from natural destructive forces or anthropogenic (human-caused)
incidents. This section briefly highlights key emergency scenarios identified in Appendix A that may affect
the Project site.
Emergency actions to be taken for each type of emergency is provided in the appropriate section in
Appendix A.
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3.3.1 Fire and/or Explosion
Refer to Fire Safety Plan, Attachment 4.3-D of the Application and/or FSD ERP, Section 3.0 Fire and/or Explosions Response Plan (Appendix A) for information on the process related to fires and explosions.
3.3.1.1 Fire
The general procedures in case of fire are as follows:
1. Do not panic. Call for assistance.
2. Do not attempt to fight the fire alone unless it is small enough that it can be extinguished by a portable fire extinguisher. Never approach a large or uncontrolled fire if there is a potential risk to your safety.
3. To operate a portable fire extinguisher:
i. Pull the fire extinguisher’s pin.
ii. Aim at the base of the flames and approach the fire from the upwind side (Note if no safe route of exit is available to approach upwind do not attempt to fight fire).
iii. Squeeze the trigger lever and hold it, keeping the extinguisher upright.
iv. Sweep the source of the flames until the extinguisher runs dry.
4. If the fire appears too large to control or a portable fire extinguisher fails to put the fire out, call the fire department immediately.
5. DIAL 911 or get a designate to do so.
6. Contact the person designated as the Lead ERC.
7. Keep others back from the fire, account for all personnel, and have a team of two people direct fire crews to the fire.
Fire drills verify that equipment is operational and that Project personnel (employees and contractors) are familiar with response requirements and plans. Firefighting equipment such as extinguishers will be tested at least annually and inspected monthly. Fire drills will be undertaken at a minimum annually, and can be completed in various ways such as:
• Full mock drills
• Review of procedures
• Employee interviews
• Equipment testing (at least annually).
3.3.1.2 Explosion
Explosions at the Project site may occur from combustion of dusts, increased pressures of compressed gases, or ignition of accelerants. In the event of an explosion, procedures are as follows:
• If possible, seek protection by taking shelter against a sturdy object (i.e., desk or table).
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• If inside, exit the building or structure as soon as possible and be aware of additional hazards such as fires, falling debris, etc.
• If there is a fire, use a wet cloth to cover the nose and mouth, and crawl underneath the heavy smoke.
• Once out of a building, never return to a burning building.
• If outside during an explosion, find an area to stay that is clear of debris.
If trapped in or under debris, trapped personnel should:
• Cover the nose and mouth with a shirt or piece of material and try to breathe through it.
• Avoid sudden or unnecessary movements to reduce stirring up of harmful dusts.
• Send a signal to rescue workers, advising them of trapped location by using a flashlight or by banging on a pipe or wall to make noise for rescuers.
• Shout only as a last resort, to avoid inhalation of dangerous dust or smoke particles.
3.3.2 Spill Response
A spill is defined as an unauthorized release or discharge of a dangerous good into the
environment. Refer to Appendix A, Section 4.0 for detailed information on spill response. Assisted
by external response organisations as appropriate, FSD will be responsible for responding to any
spill to ground within the confines of the facility boundaries and for any spill into water that is
sourced from Project site lands, docks, or ships that are at berth at the Project.
In the event of a release of any deleterious substances (e.g., hydrocarbon products) onsite, follow these
general procedures:
1. Ensure Safety
a. Ensure that site personnel are safe from the release and the public, equipment, property, and the environment are at no other immediate risk due to the release.
b. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment to manage the release.
c. Take a step back and re-evaluate the situation. Do not rush, and ensure adequate protection before entering a spill area, and have the appropriate knowledge (e.g., check SDS for spilled product).
d. Notify people in the immediate vicinity of the incident.
e. Ensure there are no ignition sources in the area if the spill is a flammable material.
2. Remove Source
a. Where possible, act quickly to reduce the amount of product spilled and the environmental impact.
b. Close valves, shut off equipment, or plug any holes/leaks as appropriate.
c. Stop the flow at its source.
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3. Secure the Area
a. Limit access to the spill area.
b. Prevent unauthorised entry onto the site.
4. Contain the Spill
a. Prevent migration of the spill offsite, into any water bodies, or into any drainage structures (i.e. storm sewers).
b. Use sorbent materials (i.e. booms or pads) to contain the spill, or where appropriate, use soil berms to contain it.
c. Locate spill kits onsite within 100 m of any hazardous material storage area, and make them readily accessible as needed.
d. If necessary, use a dyke or any other method to prevent material from migrating.
e. Attempt to minimise the contamination onsite.
5. Notify and Report
a. Notify the appropriate internal managers of the spill.
b. Notify the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre (1-800-663-3456) as required (review reportable levels table included in Appendix E).
c. Provide details of the spill to any other external agency.
d. Complete the internal incident report.
Spill kits will be readily available in all work areas and provided in all site vehicles. The ERC will verify that
an adequate spill response equipment inventory is kept onsite at all times, including adequate supplies for
initial spill response to the marine environment.
The on-duty Superintendent or Lead ERC will immediately take the necessary steps, including reliance on
external resources, to abate an uncontrolled discharge. They will provide the necessary labour, equipment,
materials, and absorbents to contain and remove the spill, clean up the affected area, dispose of waste
materials at an approved disposal site, and restore the area.
Any individual who notices a potential or actual spill or an equipment malfunction will stop work immediately
and shut down equipment.
Initial response to spills will be as follows:
1. Assess safety risks in the spill area.
2. Stop the flow of the hazardous material if it is safe to do so.
3. Notify Shift Supervisor.
4. Secure and isolate the spill area.
5. Assess the situation (identify product, equipment involved, affected area, spill status, time of spill).
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6. Begin containing and recovering the spill with onsite emergency spill equipment if it is safe to do so.
7. Complete the spill notification and reporting procedure (as required).
Note that FSD categorises spills as either:
• Minor spill, which is an incident that:
presents minimal potential threat to safety, property damage, or environmental hazard
is localised and controllable (e.g., piping, small vehicle leaks, or contained spills with low probability of escalating into a more serious emergency)
can be contained and cleaned up immediately by FSD personnel first on the scene or with minor assistance.
• Major spill, which is an incident that:
is an emergency and presents an immediate threat to life or a major immediate hazard to property or the environment
is an uncontrolled release, vehicle collision, or line, valve or tank rupture with extensive release of hazardous materials (e.g., uncontrolled leakage from the rupture of a gasoline storage tank)
is controllable, but involves a high rate of release with the possibility of affecting a wide area or small leaks of very hazardous materials
requires assistance from personnel outside the operating department
is beyond the containment or cleanup capabilities of FSD personnel.
A spill to any water body is always classed as a major spill as FSD personnel are not equipped or trained
to manage in water spill containment and cleanup. This includes spills from dock or spills originating from
vessels berthed at FSD.
3.3.3 Earthquake
Refer to Appendix A, Section 12.0 for detailed information on earthquake response
In the event of an earthquake, general steps to follow are:
• If outdoors, move to an open area away from overhead dangers.
• If indoors, take cover under a heavy table or solid furniture and hold on to and protect the head and face.
• Keep away from overhead fixtures or objects, electrical power, windows, and large objects with the potential of falling.
• Remain in a protected place until the shaking stops.
• Stay calm and await instructions from the Incident Commander or designated official.
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• If in mobile equipment, pull over (away from buildings or large objects), remain in the vehicle, and stay as low as possible.
• Avoid crossing over bridges due to compromised supports.
• Wait to be rescued if downed power lines are blocking movement or safe exit from the site.
• Listen to a radio for instructions from emergency officials.
• Be prepared for aftershocks, and follow the same steps listed above for each aftershock.
Additional information concerning earthquake preparedness can be found at the following provincial
government websites:
• http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/preparedbc
• http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/preparedbc/know-the-risks/earthquakes
3.3.4 Flood
Refer to Appendix A, Section 13.0 Floods for detailed information on flood response measures. Certain
areas of the site are vulnerable to inundation in significant flood events, and flood protection measures will
be a priority for these areas.
Severe weather may increase water levels, and Project personnel will be trained in the following flood
protocols to prepare for potential water level increases:
• Place flood protection (sandbags, megabags, berms, etc.) at priority vulnerable locations first (e.g., electrical substation, product storage building, hazardous materials).
• Train all site workers in site evacuation using the designated route.
• Be cautious while driving, and do not drive in water where the ground surface is not visible.
• Avoid crossing over bridges due to compromised supports, and know a secondary route to evacuate the site.
• Avoid contact with water near water treatment facilities.
• Watch for downed powerlines on roads.
• Listen for information on a radio.
Additional information concerning tsunami preparedness can be found at the following provincial
government websites:
• http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/preparedbc
• http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/preparedbc/know-the-risks/floods
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Additional strategies and mitigation actions may be required to protect areas such as the product storage
building, off-spec product storage, electrical substation, and rail car unloading areas. Updates for additional
protection in these areas will be provided in a subsequent revision of this plan prior to construction.
3.3.5 Other Emergency Scenarios
Response procedures for other types of emergencies are provided in the following sections of Appendix A:
• Collision First Response (Section 5.0)
• Toxic Gas Accident First Response (Section 6.0)
• Gas Leak First Response (Section 7.0)
• Bomb or Sabotage Threat First Response (Section 8.0)
• Water Rescue First Response (Section 9.0)
• Power Outage First Response (Section 10.0)
• Major Storm First Response (Section 11.0)
• MARSEC Level Changes (Section 15.0).
EMERGENCY RESPONSE CLEANUP
The FSD ERT Team will remain at the scene until incident cleanup is under control. Any contaminated soil
will be disposed of in the onsite contaminated soil bin, and spent sorbent material will be disposed of in a
hazardous waste bin. All fluid contained in drip trays will be disposed of in a used oil recycling container.
The Lead ERC and FSD ERT will document all cleanup activities with pictures.
Any disposable materials used to absorb, contain, and clean up the spill will be handled as per their SDS
requirements and disposed of as per waste management procedures described in Section 2.10 including:
• Temporarily store used spill kit materials onsite in appropriate approved containers, and remove
from the Project site as soon as possible.
• Dispose of the materials in accordance with applicable regulations.
As per Part 7 of the Environmental Management Act, SBC 2003, c. 53, the cleanup costs will be the
responsibility of the entity that causes the contamination (i.e., polluter pays principle). This should be kept
in mind for any spill that occurs onsite and that has migrated offsite to neighbouring properties or to an
adjacent water body. In the case of a major incident where active remediation is required (e.g., excavation),
additional notifications, such as Notification of Independent Remediation and possibly a Notification of
Offsite Migration will be required if the spill might affect neighbouring provincial properties. Initiation of the
Notification of Independent Remediation initiation is not required if the spill was reported during the initial
emergency response or if the spill is located on crown federal land.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING
An incident investigation with all involved personnel will occur following any incident or reportable spill as
defined by the Spill Reporting Regulation. This investigation will include the following:
• Determine root cause of the incident.
• Undertake corrections such as containment or implement recovery measures.
• Identify corrective actions and related mitigation measures to prevent the spill from occurring again.
• Review incident response with associated Project personnel.
• Develop and share lessons learned and improvements to response, if applicable.
A Lead ERC will conduct the incident investigation, and will document answers to the following:
• Were there any injuries?
• Who was involved?
• Was there a need for outside help?
• What was spilled?
• How much was spilled?
• Where did the spill occur?
• What was the root cause of the spill?
• Have corrective actions been developed and implemented?
As part of the investigation, the Lead ERC and FSD ERT will work with the appropriate personnel to
determine the type and amount of product released from the equipment or vessel. Witness statements will
be gathered from all parties involved. Representatives from both the Maintenance/Operations and
Environment departments will identify corrective actions to reduce the risk of similar incidents occurring in
the future.
An incident report (example provided in Appendix F) will be completed by the Lead ERC to communicate
the incident accurately with BHP, VFPA, and any outside regulatory agencies. In addition, an Environmental
Incident Report will be required when any of the following activities occur:
• Hazardous material spill to land or marine environment
• Work beyond established boundaries or timing windows
• Work resulting in direct harm or death to wildlife, including birds, terrestrial or marine mammals, or fish (adverse wildlife human interaction)
• Improper heritage resource mitigation
• Improper hazardous materials management
• Water quality issue
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• Flooding or earthquake
• Air quality issue
• Work occurring without proper permit or authorisation.
A more informal debriefing (e.g. one-on-one meeting between on-duty Superintendent and Key Project
personnel) may be held for lesser (i.e., non-reportable) spills, as part of ongoing onsite training in spill
prevention and response.
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4.0 TRAINING
All personnel onsite, including external contractors, will be formally trained by the designated FSD
representative or delegate prior to commencement of work onsite. All personnel will be trained on their roles
and responsibilities in implementing this plan, and the locations of emergency response equipment and
communications (onsite and offsite) during an emergency. In addition, all site personnel will be familiar with
the spill prevention, containment, and cleanup components of the SPERP. Training in pertinent spill
emergency response issues will include, but will not be limited to:
• Applicable environmental legislation
• BHP company policy for workers or contractors
• Internal and external communication networks and required spill reporting and notification procedures
• Response procedures including the initial response, clean-up, and disposal
• Organisation of the ERT
• Individual spill action plans
• Available internal and external resources (spill cleanup equipment)
• Dealing with seasonal and adverse weather conditions in the context of spill response
• Personal protective equipment
• Properties of hazardous materials that are handled, stored, and used onsite (i.e., WHMIS 2015)
• Flood protocols
• Evacuation procedures and designated muster stations
• Fire safety equipment training.
Additional specific training will be provided to all site personnel for emergencies specific to fires, explosions,
and earthquakes. Training will be provided annually, and in the following situations:
• For new employees during their orientation period
• For existing employees when there is a change in their duties or responsibilities
• When new equipment or materials are introduced
• When emergency procedures are revised
• When a practice drill or exercise indicates a need for improvement.
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The development of employee skills and the effectiveness of emergency procedures will be evaluated by
practice drills and simulation exercises. The objectives of the practice drills are to evaluate:
• Practicality of the plan (structure and organisation)
• Adequacy of communications and interactions among parties
• Emergency equipment effectiveness
• Adequacy of first aid and rescue procedures
• Adequacy of emergency personnel response and training
• Public relations skills
• Evacuation and personnel count procedures.
Training records will be maintained at the Project site office, and will be reviewed annually to confirm that
all Project site personnel and contractors are up to date on required training. Project site supervisors will
verify all employees have received required training and that the training program contents are up to date.
If Project personnel have outdated training, they will not be allowed to continue with their work until renewal
of training has been scheduled and completed.
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5.0 PLAN EVALUATION AND UPDATES
PLAN UPDATES
The SPERP is intended to be a living document, with regular revisions and updates. These changes will
take place at a minimum annually. Drivers for potential changes include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Updates to relevant legislation or policy
• Changes in industry best practices
• Updated project scope
• Procedures based on post-incident evaluation
• New hazardous materials that are brought to the Project site.
Updates or revisions to this Plan will be logged on the Plan cover sheet (i.e., revision tracking table) and
signed off by the FSD and designated BHP Project Manager or BHP Environmental Health and Safety
(EHS) Manager. The new information will be highlighted and all relevant Project site personnel will be
briefed on the changes to the SPERP.
Major changes to the SPERP will result in a new version number for the plan (e.g., v3.0 v4.0), while
minor revisions will only result in an update of the current version number (e.g., v3.0 v3.1).
A detailed record keeping procedure will be implemented to capture all training sessions, plan changes and
updates, and will include a plan to regularly audit distribution records and environmental or emergency
incidents.
STORAGE AREA AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTION
On a monthly basis, all oil and hazardous material storage areas will be inspected and documented.
This will include inspection of storage containers, oil-filled operational equipment, and surrounding areas.
The inspection will evaluate the following:
• Accounting of materials onsite
• Outside of tank, tank shell (signs of weakness or wear and tear)
• Tank foundation and support (signs of weakness or wear and tear)
• Signs of deterioration or discharge
• Valves, piping, pumps, and fittings
• Secondary containment
• Spill kit contents.
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. Hemmera Spill Prevention and Emergency Response Plan - 30 - February 2018
On an annual basis, all facility employees will receive training on the content of this plan so they are familiar
with the procedures for responding to an emergency or spill, and understand the best management
practices employed to prevent a spill from occurring.
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. Hemmera Spill Prevention and Emergency Response Plan - 31 - February 2018
6.0 CLOSURE
This report has been jointly prepared by Hemmera and BHP, based on work conducted by Hemmera, for
sole benefit and use by BHP. In performing this work, Hemmera has relied in good faith on information
provided by others, and has assumed that the information provided by those individuals is both complete
and accurate. This work was performed to current industry standard practice for similar environmental work,
within the relevant jurisdiction and same locale. The findings presented herein should be considered within
the context of the scope of work and project terms of reference; further, the findings are time sensitive and
are considered valid only at the time the report was produced. The conclusions and recommendations
contained in this report are based on the applicable guidelines, regulations, and legislation existing at the
time the report was produced; any changes in the regulatory regime may alter the conclusions or
recommendations.
Report prepared by: Hemmera Envirochem Inc.
Jason Azzam, EP. EMS-LA Environmental Emergency and Risk Management Specialist Report peer reviewed by: Hemmera Envirochem Inc.
Michael Browne, M.Sc., R.P. Bio Project Manager Report peer reviewed by: Hemmera Envirochem Inc.
Robin Taylor, M.R.M, E.P. Senior Environmental Assessment Manager
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. Hemmera Spill Prevention and Emergency Response Plan - 32 - February 2018
7.0 REFERENCES
British Columbia Ministry of Environment (MOE). 2002. BC. Guidelines for Industry Emergency Response
Plans. Updated July 2002. Available at http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-
water/spills-environmental-emergencies/planning-prevention-response/industry-emergency-
response-plans. Accessed September 2017.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA). 2003. Emergency Preparedness and Response. CSA-Z731-03
(R2014). Reaffirmed February 14, 2014. 76 pp. Available for purchase at
http://shop.csa.ca/en/canada/injury-prevention/z731-03-
r2014/invt/27019912003&bklist=icat,6,shop,publications,ohs,emergencypreparedness,emergency
prepardnessmngt. Accessed September 2017.
International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF), and
International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH). 1996. International Safety Guide for Oil
Tankers and Terminals, Fourth Edition. Available at http://www.idgca.org/doc/app2_290115.pdf.
Accessed September 2017.
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (VFPA). 2014. Harbour Operations Manual. Available at http://pct.ca/wp-
content/uploads/2014/12/Harbour_Operations_Manual.pdf. Accessed September 2017.
APPENDIX A Fraser Surrey Docks Emergency Response Plan
(Doc. No. 40600-HS-PLN-00004 Rev. A)
EMERGENCY
RESPONSE PLAN
Health and Safety Department
Doc. No. 40600-HS-PLN-00004 Rev A
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CONTENTS
HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY .................................................................................................. 4
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 5
REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 8
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS LOCATIONS ............................................................................. 9
DEFINITION OF TERMS ......................................................................................................... 10
GOVERNMENT AGENCY TELEPHONE LIST ................................................................... 16
TELEPHONE LIST OF FSD NEIGHBORS ............................................................................ 18
1.0 EMERGENCY ALERT .................................................................................................. 19
1.1 PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................ 19
1.2 EMERGENCY INFORMATION FORM .................................................................... 20
1.3 SECURITY PROCEDURES ........................................................................................ 21
1.4 EMERGENCY RESPONSE COORDINATOR (ERC) PROCEDURES .................... 22
1.5 WARDENS .................................................................................................................. 23
1.6 EVACUATION INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................. 25
1.7 EMERGENCY ROLL CALL FORMS-VARIOUS BUILDINGS .............................. 25
1.8 PUBLIC INFORMATION COORDINATOR (PIC) ................................................... 35
1.8.1 PROCEDURES .......................................................................................... 35
1.8.2 PRESS RELEASE BULLETIN ................................................................. 36
1.9 RECEPTION PROCEDURES ..................................................................................... 37
1.10 CUSTOMER SERVICE PROCEDURES .................................................................... 37
2.0 SIRENS ............................................................................................................................. 39
2.1 PROCEDURES (>10 SECONDS) ................................................................................ 39
2.2 PROCEDURES (<10 SECONDS) ................................................................................ 39
3.0 FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION RESPONSE PLAN ...................................................... 39
3.1 MINOR FIRES .......................................................................................................... 39
3.1.1 CHEMICAL FIRES: PROCEDURES ....................................................... 39
3.1.2 COMPRESSED AIR OR FLAMMABLE GAS FIRE: PROCEDURES ... 40
3.1.3 LOCALIZED FIRES: PROCEDURES ...................................................... 41
3.1.4 FIRES ON MOBILE EQUIPMENT .......................................................... 45
3.1.5 FIRES ON VESSELS ................................................................................. 47
3.1.6 FIRES IN VARIOUS BUILDINGS ........................................................... 47
3.2 MAJOR FIRES: BUILDINGS .......................................................................................... 49
4.0 CHEMICAL AND DANGEROUS GOODS SPILL RESPONSE PLAN ................... 51
4.1 PURPOSE .................................................................................................................... 51
4.2 POLICY ........................................................................................................................ 51
4.4 INITIAL SPILL RESPONSE AND ASSESSMENT ................................................... 52
4.5 SPILL CLASSIFICATION .......................................................................................... 53
4.5.1 MINOR SPILL RESPONSE ....................................................................... 54
4.5.1.1 SAFETY ............................................................................... 54
4.5.1.2 IMMEDIATE NOTIFICATION .......................................... 54
4.5.1.3 FIRST RESPONSE & SPILL CONTAINMENT ................ 55
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4.5.1.4 SPILL CLEANUP AND REPORTING ............................... 55
4.5.2 MAJOR SPILL RESPONSE ....................................................................... 56
4.5.2.1 SAFETY ............................................................................... 56
4.5.2.2 IMMEDIATE NOTIFICATION .......................................... 57
4.5.2.3 FIRST RESPONSE & SPILL CONTAINMENT ................ 57
4.5.2.4 SPILL CLEANUP AND REPORTING .............................. 58
4.6 SPILL REPORTING REGULATIONS ....................................................................... 59
4.7 SPILL RESPONSE EQUIPMENT .............................................................................. 61
4.8 MARINE VESSEL RESPONSE.................................................................................. 62
5.0 COLLISION FIRST RESPONSE .................................................................................. 65
5.1 PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................ 65
6.0 TOXIC GAS ACCIDENT FIRST RESPONSE ............................................................ 65
7.0 GAS LEAK FIRST RESPONSE .................................................................................... 67
7.1 PROPANE-PROCEDURES ......................................................................................... 68
8.0 BOMB OR SABOTAGE THREAT: FIRST RESPONSE .......................................... 69
8.1 EMPLOYEE RECEIVING THE PHONE CALL ........................................................ 69
8.2 SUSPECT PACKAGE(S) AND/OR PERSON(S) ....................................................... 70
8.3 IMMANENT THREAT ............................................................................................... 71
8.4 IF THERE IS AN EXPLOSION .................................................................................. 72
BOMB AND SABOTAGE THREAT REPORT FORM ....................................... 73
9.0 WATER RESCUE FIRST RESPONSE ....................................................................... 74
10.0 POWER OUTAGE FIRST RESPONSE ...................................................................... 75
11.0 MAJOR STORM FIRST RESPONSE ......................................................................... 76
12.0 EARTHQUAKE FIRST RESPONSE .......................................................................... 77
12.1 DURING AN EARTHQUAKE .................................................................................. 77
13.0 FLOODS ............................................................................................................................... 79
13.1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 79
13.2 INDICATORS ............................................................................................................. 81
13.3 NAVIGATION ............................................................................................................ 81
13.4 EVACUATION NOTICES AND WARNINGS ......................................................... 82
13.5 FLOOD MANAGEMENT PLAN............................................................................... 82
13.5.1 STRATEGY ............................................................................................. 82
13.5.2 BERMS AND DIKES .............................................................................. 83
13.5.3 WATER .................................................................................................... 92
13.5.4 POWER ................................................................................................... 92
13.5.5 SUBSTATIONS ...................................................................................... 93
13.5.6 ROADWAYS .......................................................................................... 93
13.5.7 DOCK EQUIPMENT .............................................................................. 93
13.5.8 DOCK GANTRY CRANES ................................................................... 94
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13.5.9 PHONE SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATION ...................................... 94
13.5.10 COMPUTER SYSTEM ........................................................................... 95
13.5.11 SECURITY SYSTEM ............................................................................. 95
13.5.12 OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND SPACE .................................................... 95
13.5.13 RECORDS ............................................................................................... 96
13.5.14 CARGO ................................................................................................... 96
13.5.15 STORES .................................................................................................. 96
13.5.16 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ................................................................. 96
13.5.17 OPERATIONS PLAN ............................................................................. 97
14.0 VOLCANIC ASH FALL-OUT FIRST RESPONSE .................................................... 97
14.1 PREPARE OPERATING MACHINERY ................................................................... 97
14.2 PREPARE BUILDINGS AND PERSONNEL ........................................................... 98
14.3 DISPOSAL AND CLEAN-UP .................................................................................. 98
15.0 MARSEC LEVEL CHANGES ...................................................................................... 98
APPENDIX
APPENDIX I:SITE SAFETY MAP ......................................................................................... 100
APPENDIX II:ROLL CALL FORMS .................................................................................... 101
APPENDIX III:VARIOUS ERP FORMS ............................................................................... 107
APPENDIX IV:ERP AUDIT HISTORY ................................................................................ 116
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INTRODUCTION
This Emergency Response Plan (ERP) has been developed to provide an organizational
and procedural framework for responding to land-based emergencies at Fraser Surrey
Docks (FSD). This response plan provides guidance and direction to the Fraser Surrey
Docks Emergency Response Team (FSDERT) and the Emergency Support Agencies
(ESAs) in order to:
1) minimize the human health, safety, environmental and property effects of an emergency;
2) coordinate the FSDERT effort within itself;
3) coordinate the FSDERT effort with that of ESAs; and,
4) facilitate and expedite the restoration of normal operating conditions on the site following an emergency.
The purpose of this response plan is not to provide a detailed procedure for every
conceivable emergency that could occur at the FSD site. Doing this would create an
unnecessarily complex and unwieldy document.
Situations for which the provisions of this response plan are designed are those land-
based emergency incidents where there is a potential for severe consequences. This
includes, but may not be limited to, the following situations that would affect FSD and
would involve a risk to life, health, the environment or property:
Man-made Emergencies
1. Fire and Explosion, including fire in a warehouse or other building, on a ship, or on mobile or other equipment.
2 Dangerous Goods Spill, including spill from a vessel, truck, rail car, container, or the lumber anti-sap stain dip tank.
3 Collision, including collision involving ship(s), rail car(s), motor vehicles(s) and dock equipment, fallen cargo.
4 Toxic Gas Accident, including rail, truck or shipping accidents involving toxic gas (es).
5 Acts of Aggression, including bomb threat, sabotage or vandalism.
6 Water Rescue, including drowning.
7 Power Outage.
8 Increases in MARSEC (Marine Security Levels)
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Natural Emergencies
1. Major Storm, including winter storms and electrical storms.
2. Earthquake, including minor and major earthquakes.
3. Flood.
4. Volcanic Ash Fall-out
These response procedures are part of FSD’s overall ERP. General prevention,
preparedness, and recovery procedures can be found in the ERP. Emergency types have
been tabulated within this manual, and copies of required forms referred to throughout
the manual can be found in Appendix 1 through Appendix 3.
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REGULATIONS
The ERP is intended to comply with all relevant federal and provincial acts, regulations
and guidelines and objectives. The acts and regulations which are considered are as
follows:
British Columbia (BC) Environmental Management Act Spill Reporting
Regulation (Province of British Columbia 1990);
BC Guidelines for Industry Emergency Response Plans (BC MOE 2002);
CAN/CSA Q634-M91 for Risk Analysis requirements and guidelines (Canadian
Standards Association 1991);
CAN/CSA-Z731-03 National Standard on emergency preparedness and response
(Canadian Standards Association 2003);
Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (S.C. 1999, c. 33);
Canada Shipping Act, 2001 (S.C. 2001, c. 26);
Canada Wildlife Act (Royal Society of Canada, 1985, c. W-9);
Emergency Management Act
(S.C. 2007, c. 15);
Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 (Canadian Environmental Assessment
Agency 2012);
Species at Risk Act (S.C. 2002, c. 29): and
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, (S.C. 1992, c. 34).
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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS LOCATIONS
Diesel Fuel
Fuel Pump Area – In Tank Storage Tanks - (2) 35,000 Liter
Tanks
Mobile Fuel Truck
Diesel Shop
Gasoline
Fuel Pump Area – In Tank Storage Tanks - (1) 25,000 Liter
Tanks
Diesel Shop
Paint
Parts Room – Diesel Shop
Parts Room – Shed 5
Carpenters Shop – Shed 5
Mechanical Storage Container – Shed 5 Crane Shop
Oxygen Cylinders
Tire Shop
Welding Shop
Mechanical Storage Container – Shed 5 Crane Shop
Various Greases
Parts Room in Metal Cabinets – Shed 5
Store Rooms – Diesel Shop
Parts Room – Shed 5
Anti-Freeze Store Rooms – Diesel Shop
Parts Room – Shed 5
Various Oils Oil Storage Container – Diesel Shop
Fort Knox (Foremen’s Parts Room) – Shed 5
Pressurized Containers
Fort Knox (Foremen’s Parts Room) – Shed 5
Store Rooms – Diesel Shop
Sub 8 – Agri Facility
Propane
Fort Knox (Foremen’s Parts Room) – Shed 5
Shed 1 Water Side – Large Cylinder
IDC Yard Near Foremen’s Trailer – Large Cylinder
Cafeteria – Large Cylinder
Diesel Shop – Large Cylinder
Propane Filling Station – Forklifts
Waste Oils Outside in Waste Container – Diesel Shop
Waste Batteries Storage Container – Shed 5
Tires Tire Yard – Outside Diesel Shop
Acetylene Containers
Mechanical Storage Container – Shed 5 Crane Shop
Tire Shop
Welding Shop
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DEFINITION OF TERMS
Certain terms used within the FSD’s ERP have specific meanings. These terms are
indicated by italic print and are defined in alphabetical order below:
Access Control Officer (ACO):
The person(s) responsible for the administration of port ID passes regaled through Fraser
Surrey Docks.
Alert:
The emergency alert is the initial notification of an emergency. It is delivered by the on-scene party to Gate Security, who then passes it on according to the structure outlined in Section 2.2 of the Emergency Management Plan.
Computer Warden:
The Computer Warden is responsible for working with the ERP Manager to ensure the safety of electronic data and equipment.
Vice President of Marketing and Customer Service:
The V.P. of Marketing and Customer Service is responsible for ensuring that customers and suppliers are aware of emergency situations that affect their cargo or operations.
Dangerous Goods:
Dangerous Goods are those goods that pose a threat to human health, safety or the environment. Dangerous Goods require placards under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act.
Emergency:
An emergency is an unforeseen combination of circumstances resulting in a situation that requires immediate action to protect lives, property and/or the environment.
Emergency Log:
The emergency logs are intended to serve as a record of emergency events and mitigate measures taken during the course of an emergency. Emergency log books are kept in the Health and Safety Managers Office.
Emergency Operations Centre (EOC):
The EOC is the facility from which coordinated response to emergencies is conducted. Its primary purpose is to bring together and provide functional accommodation for those officials who would have the responsibility and authority to coordinate whatever
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resources are required to save life and protect the environment and property.
Emergency Radio Channel 8 and a Cell Phone:
A radio and cell phone are carried at all times by the Lead ERC. It is intended to ensure that an ERC can always be reached in the event of an emergency. The Lead ERC can be identified by contacting the security office 604-582-2213 or on the radio channel 8.
Emergency Plan Manager (EPM:)
The Health and Safety Management Department share the EPM responsibilities for overseeing the maintenance of the ERP.
Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC):
The ERCs are a group of Operations personnel trained in Emergency Response Procedures.
Emergency Response Procedures:
Emergency response procedures are all those general measures taken by FSDERT during an incident that prevent the loss of life and minimize damage to the facility, equipment and surrounding areas.
Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV):
The ERV is a van dedicated to emergency response. The ERV is stored at the main gate to permit quick response by mobile security.
Evacuation Siren:
The evacuation siren provides a long, continuous wail, audible across the site, and indicates that a major emergency has occurred requiring evacuation of the site. It is to be activated only on instruction by an ERC or Emergency Support Agency.
Emergency Support Agencies (ESAs):
ESAs are those external agencies that have agreed to assist FSD in the event of an emergency. These include the Surrey Fire Department, RCMP, Ambulance Service, Fraser River Port Authority, and the Ministry of the Environment, Lands & Parks, and Environmental Protection Division, as described in the ERP.
First Aid Attendant:
First Aid attendant is on-duty whenever there are more than eleven workers on-site, including Security staff.
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First Response Procedures:
First Response procedures are all those specific measures taken by FSDERT during an incident that prevent the loss of life and minimize damage to the facility, equipment and surrounding areas.
Fraser Surrey Docks Emergency Response Team (FSDERT):
Indicates those employees designated within this ERP as responsible for responding to an emergency.
Fraser Surrey Docks (FSD):
Indicates the corporation, its officers and employees, and all associated facilities.
FSD Site:
Indicates the property, facilities and equipment owned or leased by FSD.
Security:
Security is the Security officer who is on duty at the gate at the time of an emergency. Security has emergency responsibilities as outlined in Section 1.3 of the ERP.
Lead Emergency Response Coordinator (Lead ERC):
The on-duty Superintendent will act as the Lead ERC as soon as they arrive at the emergency scene and will take over as lead to coordinate the scene with all aspects and parties including emergency agencies as per the ERP.
Marine Facility Security Officers (MFSO):
The person(s) responsible to develop and manage FSD’s Security Plan in accordance with Transport Canada.
Marsec:
Referring to Marine Security. Marsec is a security level designated by Transport Canada.
There are 3 distinct levels of MARSEC:
Marsec 1- normal day to day operations - USA equivalent: yellow alert
Marsec 2- heightened possibility of threat-USA equivalent: orange alert
Marsec 3- immanent threat or risk, or realized threat occurred - USA equivalent is "Red" alert
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Marshaling Areas (MA-1, MA-2, MA-3, MA-4, MA-5 and MA-6):
Marshaling areas are selected by the ERC according to the dictates of the particular emergency situation. In the event of an general evacuation signal, all employees are to congregate at this marshaling area for roll call and to await further instructions from the ERC.
Below is a site map illustrating the locations of these designated marshaling areas:
Mobile Security:
Mobile Security is the Security officer assigned to roving the dock site in the Patrol Vehicle. Mobile Security is responsible for retrieving the Emergency Response Vehicle and proceeding to the emergency, as well as conducting other duties as outlined in Section 1.3 of the ERP.
MSDS Binder/Electronic Online
The MSDS Binder is a collection of Material Safety Data Sheets for all Dangerous Goods used on the FSD site. Copies of the MSDS Binder are retained in the Maintenance Shed, in Operations, at First Aid, and in the Emergency Response Vehicle.
Electronic copies of the MSDS are available online through MSDS Online.
On-call Emergency Response Coordinator (On-call ERC):
The ERCs rotate as the On-call ERC according to the weekend duty schedule. One ERC is designated as the On-call ERC at all times.
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On-Scene Commander:
The On-Scene Commander (OSC) is the emergency support agency lead person responsible for coordinating emergency response. Frequently, the Fire Chief plays the role of On-Scene Commander when more than one agency is involved, although another person may play this role if he has more expertise.
On-scene Party:
The on-scene party is the person(s) discovering and reporting the emergency to Gate Security. The on-scene party is responsible for implementing the Emergency Alert Procedures and the First Response Procedures, if it is safe to do so. When a member of FSDERT or an ESA arrives at the scene, the on-scene party shall follow their instructions.
Public Information Coordinator (PIC):
The PIC is the sole media contact person (Jeff Scott and Jill Buchanan). The duties of the PIC are defined in Section 1.8 of the ERP.
Response Procedures:
Response procedures include all activities undertaken to mitigate the effects of an emergency. Response procedures are defined in this manual.
Roll Call:
Roll call is an organized accounting for all regular personnel. Roll call in an emergency is conducted by the appointed Wardens.
Special Wastes:
Special Wastes are defined in the BC Waste Management Act as:
a) Dangerous Goods that are no longer used for their original purpose, including those that are:
i) recycled, treated or disposed ii) intended for recycle, treatment or disposal, or iii) in storage or transit before recycle, treatment or disposal
b) PCB wastes; c) containing dioxins wastes; d) oil wastes; e) asbestos waste; f) pest control product containers and wastes containing pest control products, including
wastes produced in the production of treated wood products using pest control products (excluding waste wood products treated with wood preservatives or wood protection products);
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g) leachable toxic waste; h) containing tetrachloroethylene waste; and, i) containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH).
Trained Personnel:
Trained personnel are those persons who have undergone emergency response training.
Wardens:
The responsibilities of Wardens are defined in Section 1.5 of the ERP. They are responsible for coordinating an orderly evacuation from their portion of a building and conducting roll calls.
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Government Agency Telephone List
(24 hour numbers in bold)
AGENCY DEPARTMENT EMERG. No. REGULAR No.
Federal Agencies
CANUTEC Hazardous Response Advice
1-613-996-6666 or *666 on a
cellular phone
1-604-666-2955
Border Customs Agency Marine Clearance General Info
1-800-461-9999
Environment Canada Weather Forecasts
Greater Vancouver Marine
(604) 664-9010 (604) 666-3655 (604) 664-9028
(604) 666-2739
Environmental Protection Service Canada
General info and reporting for an emergency pollution incident
1-800-663-3456
Fisheries and Oceans
Environmental Emergency Response General Inquiries
1-800-889-8852
(604) 666-0384
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
(Land) Occupational Health and Safety
1-800-641-4049
Transport Canada
(Marine) Occupational Health and Safety via Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS)
1-250-363-6333
Pacific Pilotage Authority General Office Dispatch (604) 666-6776 (604) 666-6771
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
Duty Officer 1-613-995-0479
Transport Canada Dangerous Goods
Coast Guard
General Regional Director Marine Emergency – Pollution Control Marine & Aircraft Distress Response Services
1-800-663-3456
1-800-567-5111
Provincial Agencies Attorney General Coroner’s Office Victim Assistance
Chief Coroner New West Office General Inquiries Policies Division
(604) 660-7739 (604) 660-7700
1-800-563-0808 (604) 660-5199
BC Environment, Lands & Parks
Provincial Emergency Program, floods, earthquakes, spills
1-800-663-3456 (604) 582-5200
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Ministry of Health BC Ambulance Service Poison Control Centre Surrey Memorial Hospital Royal Columbian Hospital
Emergency Non-Emergency General Patient Inquiries General Patient Inquiries
911 (604) 682-5050
(604) 660-6897
(604) 581-2211 (604) 588-3349 (604) 520-4253 (604) 520-4219
BC Transportation & Hwys. (604) 660-9770 Workers' Compensation Board of
British Columbia Main Switchboard (604) 276-3100
City of New Westminster
City Hall Fire Department New Westminster Police
911
911
(604) 521-3711 (604) 519-1000 (604) 525-5411
City of Surrey City Hall Fire Department RCMP
911 911
(604) 591-4011 (604) 543-6700 (604) 599-0502
Greater Vancouver Regional District
Watershed Management Waste Recycling Engineering & Construction
(604) 432-6450 (604) 436-6800 (604) 432-6405
Municipality of Delta City Hall Fire Department Delta Police
911 911
(604) 946-4141 (604) 946-8541 (604) 946-4411
Other Agencies
BC Hydro Electrical Emergencies Main Switchboard
1-888-769-3766 (604) 528-1600
BC Gas Natural Gas Emergencies (604) 298-1400 (604) 443-6500 TELUS Repair Business Service 611 (604) 310-3100
BCMEA Day Nightline
(604) 685-3910 (604) 688-1155
ILWU Local 502 Local 514
(604) 580-8882 (604) 254-8154
Additional Spill Sorbents Aqua Guard Spill Response. Pigmalion Environmental
(604) 980-4899 (604) 273-2236
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Telephone List of FSD Neighbors
NEIGHBOUR CONTACT EMERGENCY No. LOCATION BC Cleanwood
(Surewood) Daryl Anderson (GM)
(604) 585-2511
Catalyst Darcy Adams (604) 999-8772 Chemetron Randy Hill (604) 580-5777
Port Metro Vancouver
(604) 665-9086
OR
Day time (604) 524-6655 Night time (604) 524-6656
Emergency Response
Centre
Interfor Forest Products Randy Chadney (604) 587-4519
Seaspan Ferries John Fowlis (Maintenance
Supervisor) (604) 940-7245
Westran Intermodal Transport
David Peacock (604) 520-6366
Westminster Tug Boats (604) 522-4604 Main Office
RAIL NEIGHBOURS CONTACT EMERGENCY No.
BNSF Rail
Tim Vanpopta (Train Master)
Emergency Number
Cell-(604) 362-6080 Office-(604) 520-5230
(604) 522-7539
SRY Rail Link
Jason Bolt (Superintendent)
Emergency Number
Office (604) 527-6309 Cell (778) 873-2568
(604) 521-4821 or
(604) 521-4822
CN Rail Operations
Emergency Number
(604) 589-6663
(604) 604-588-2958
CP Rail Operations
Emergency Number
(604) 944-5732
1-403-543-8448
Note: FSD internal telephone lists are distributed separately from this Plan.
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1.0 EMERGENCY ALERT
1.1 PROCEDURES
This procedure is normally performed by any FSD employee or person. A person
discovering an emergency shall, as appropriate:
1. Pull the fire alarm if building evacuation is required.
2. Using a phone dial 911 and request an Ambulance, the Fire Department, and/or
the Police.
3. Contact First Aid (Local 216, 604-582-2216, 778-838-8624 or Radio Ch. 8) if
there are any injuries. Non-emergency number for First Aid 604-582-2248.
4. Always contact Security (Local 213 or 235) and transmit the following
information:
a) Type of emergency (fire, explosion, chemical spill, etc.)
b) Number, type and severity of any injuries
c) Location of the emergency
d) Action taken so far
e) Any immediate concerns
f) Your name and phone local from which the call is being placed
5. Security will contact BNSF (604-520-5203) to clear the rail tracks.
6. Security will contact Operations staff and inform them of the situation.
7. Persons present at the emergency shall initiate the appropriate First Response procedures, as described in the following sections, if it is safe to do so.
8. Persons present at the emergency will contact neighbouring companies so that they are made aware of the emergency incident if applicable.
Persons receiving an alert can record information on the following form (copies found in Appendix 1) to take down pertinent information. This form can also be copied and used to distribute information as required.
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1.2 EMERGENCY INFORMATION FORM
To be completed by the Emergency Response Coordinator:
11060 Elevator Road
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7
Phone 604-581-2233, Fax 604-581-6488
Emergency
Information Form Date: Time:
Description of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Location of Emergency:
Status of Response:
Immediate Concerns, Implications or Instructions:
Prepared by: Position:
Telephone:
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1.3 SECURITY PROCEDURES
This procedure is normally performed by Security. Upon receiving an Emergency Alert,
Security shall complete the tasks outlined below:
EMERGENCY PLAN ACTIVATION Time
Call First Aid, if required
Call 911, if required
Contact Operations (Locals 231 or Security 604-582-2213)
Name of Person Contacted:
Contact On-duty ERC (Identified through Security 604-582-2213)
Name of On-duty ERC:
Contact BNSF to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to
escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
Radio to retrieve Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV)
Contact Health and Safety Manager
Jonathan Unrau 778-838-7579 Local: 243
Mobile Security takes ERV to emergency.
Establish perimeter control.
When an ERC arrives, take alternate transportation back to gate and
escort ESAs to the emergency.
Emergency Response Agencies escorted to the Emergency Scene Organization Equipment Escorted By In Out
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Time
Front Gate Closed -- Ordered By:
Rear Gate Closed -- Ordered By:
Media Allowed In -- Authorized By Jeff Scott/Jill Buchanan Organization Name Escorted To Escorted By In Out
Additional Security -- Authorized By:
Number of Officers Ordered: Time Required:
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1.4 EMERGENCY RESPONSE COORDINATOR (ERC) PROCEDURES
The following procedures are to be performed by the ERC or designate:
EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIVITIES TIME
Proceed to Emergency Scene if safe to do so, and do a scene survey
Establish Perimeter Control
Remove injured persons from the danger area, if it is safe to do so.
Do not attempt to move anyone with suspected head, neck, or spinal injuries.
Coordinate evacuation of buildings, areas or vessels as necessary
Contact wardens and direct them to appropriate marshalling area:
Shed 5 - Second Floor Security (604-582-2213 OR 235)
Shed 5 - Crane Shop Raj Uppal (778-838-7846 OR 271) (Ground Floor)
Diesel Shop Jack Miller (778-838-7945) Brent Sellers (778-838-7910)
Shed 1 Alisa Sahbaz (604-345-5449)
Accounting/Customer Brady Erno (778-838-5719 OR 268) Service Trailer
Contact Computer Wardens:
Shed 5 – Second Floor Keith Leclerc (778-838-4040) Matthew Pederson (778-838-6920) Nazario Barriga (778-227-1606)
Contact Health & Safety Department if appropriate:
Jonathan Unrau (778-838-2243) Mark Quon (778-838-8402)
Contact PIC and pass on critical information (Update PIC regularly):
Jeff Scott (778-838-8471 OR 230) Jill Buchanan (778-772-8025 OR 244)
If emergency is on the water, contact:
Port Metro Vancouver Name: 604-665-9086
Transport Canada Ship Safety Name: 604-666-6011
If ships are involved or threatened, contact Vessel and Ship's Agent:
Vessel Name Berth Captain or Mate Ship's Agent
Contact neighbouring companies if assistance is required or their sites are threatened (Numbers located in Agency Telephone List section)
Begin First Response as outlined in the ERP document:
Fire and Explosion Page-35 Power Outage Page-72
Chemicals & Dangerous Goods Spill
Page-46 Major Storm Page-73
Collision Page-60 Earthquake Page-74
Toxic Gas Page-60 Floods Page-76
Bomb or Sabotage Threat Page-64 Volcanic Ash Fall-Out Page-94
Water Rescue Page-70
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1.5 WARDENS
Wardens
Wardens play an important role in ensuring each building is prepared for an emergency.
Along with the emergency plan, wardens are an important risk control measure to ensure
that the site is prepared should an emergency situation, potentially a fire, occurs.
Key duties of the fire wardens include:
To assist in implementing and improving effective emergency procedures in the
workplace;
To help prevent emergencies by monitoring the adequacy of the hazardous risk
control measures;
To raise awareness with other staff about the various hazards that exist;
To instruct workers/contractors/visitors how to respond in an emergency;
To lead the fire drills and real evacuation procedures-each appointed warden must
be familiar with all escape routes and exits from their designated area;
To ensure all workers/contractors/visitors are accounted for during an evacuation;
and,
To assist all people on site should an emergency occur, including assisting people
with special needs (ex: helping someone in a wheelchair to evacuate).
If the emergency (fire) alarm/siren is sounded, wardens have a duty to assist in the safe
evacuation of workers/contractors/visitors from the hazard immediately, and to ensure
that their designated area has been cleared.
During an evacuation, wardens need to:
Direct everyone to leave the building using all the appropriate routes and exits
(and not inappropriate exits such as lifts);
Check all accessible spaces in work spaces, including the bathroom, to make sure
everyone as evacuated – this should be done on the way out of the building so that
the warden isn’t putting themselves at risk by re-entering the evacuated area;
Close each door upon inspection starting from one end of the building working
their way towards the emergency exit. Closing each door will also help isolate the
various hazards; and,
Guide everyone to the assembly area and assist in checking that everyone has
arrived safely using the Roll Call form and communicating with the ERC upon
arrival.
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Below are the list of appointed wardens for the following buildings:
BUILDING/TRAILER APPOINTED WARDENS CONTACT
Shed 5-Ground Floor Raj Uppal 778-838-7846
Shed 5-2nd Floor Security 604-582-2213
Diesel Shop Brent Sellers
Jack Miller
778-838-7910
778-838-7945
Shed 1 Alisa Sahbaz 604-345-5449
Accounting/Customer Service
Trailer Brady Erno 778-838-5719
Computer Wardens
The computer wardens (IT Department worker(s)) are responsible for working with the
ERP to ensure the safety and security of all electronic data and equipment in the building
being affected by the hazard.
The ERC will contact the computer wardens to inform them of the affected building(s).
COMPUTER WARDENS CONTACT
Keith Leclerc
Matthew Pederson
Nazario Barriga
778-838-4040
778-838-6920
778-227-1606
The computer wardens can complete this remotely if the emergency situation warrants it.
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1.6 EVACUATION INSTRUCTIONS
In the event that an evacuation is required, the wardens are responsible for evacuating
buildings and areas. The following procedures should be completed:
1.7 EMERGENCY ROLL CALL FORMS-VARIOUS BUILDINGS
In the event that an evacuation is required, the wardens are responsible for evacuating
buildings and areas utilizing the appropriate emergency roll call forms and escorting to
the nearest Muster Station adjacent to their building below:
Shed 5-Ground Floor Muster Station 4
Shed 5 – 2nd Floor Muster Station 4
Diesel ShopMuster Station 4
Shed 1Muster Station 2
Accounting/Customer Service TrailerMuster Station 1
Note:
Due to challenges related to designating a permanent Warden for other locations the
following operations on site should muster to the nearest Muster Station in the vicinity
and/or a safe location away from the emergency hazard. This could include the following
situations:
Yard Areas/Berths 2 through 4Muster Stations 1 or 2
Yard Areas/Berths 5 through 6Muster Stations 2 or 4
EVACUATION INSTRUCTIONS TIME
Ordered By:
Area(s) to be evacuated:
Marshalling Area:
Special Instructions:
Warn all persons in your area to evacuate
Close windows and doors
Turn off electrical equipment -if there is no danger of explosive gases
Conduct a roll call using the appropriate document for the building. Instruct
persons not to leave the marshalling area until directed to do so. Report any
missing persons to the ERC.
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Yard Areas/Berths 7 through 9Muster Station 3
Yard Areas 9/10Muster Station 5
Container GateMuster Station 4
Container YardMuster Station 4 or 5
IDC Yard Including Foremen/Switch Crew TrailersMuster Station 6
Breakbulk GateMuster Station 1
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT: Fire Emergency Response Drill
Roll Call Performed by: Raj UPPAL
1 PP#
2 PP# 44190
3 PP# 72667
4 PP# 16837
5 PP#
6 PP#
7 PP# 16837
8 PP#
9 PP#
8 PP# 45569
9 PP# 29006
10 PP# 28193
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP#
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
Maintenance Department-Crane Shop:
Heavy Duty Mechanics
Maintenance Department-Crane Shop:
Electricians
PRESENT
(√)
Bruce IVERSON
Fox HEIDE
Marcel BELANGER
Gursharan DEOL
Miki Vujicic
Greg TURNBALL
Jordan REIHER
ABSENT
(X)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
Munesh SAINI
Paul WETTLAUFER
Jesse JOHNSON
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
Fraser Surrey Docks Shed 5 - Ground Floor: Employee Roll Call
Satnam RANA
Glen DODUCK
Paul WETTLAUFER
Chamaur GILL
Clement KWONG
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT: Fire Emergency Response Drill
Roll Call Performed by VIPS : (Print name)
1 PP#
2 PP# 78305
3 PP# 78320
4 PP#
5 PP#
6 PP# 77259
7 PP# 78323
8 PP# 34588
9 PP# 61289
10 PP# 9347
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP# 77256
14 PP# 5573
15 PP# 71173
16 PP# 34643
17 PP# 48648
18 PP# 78319
19 PP#
20 PP# 78322
21 PP# 68116
22 PP#
23 PP#
24 PP#
25 PP# 35099
26 PP# 78288
27 PP# 78296
28 PP# 12286
29 PP# 2895
30 PP# 57273
Haley CROWE
Jaimie KATZ
ABSENT
(X)
Tracy STRAND
ABSENT
(X)
Jonathan UNRAU
Mark QUON
Wayne HONEYMAN
Health & Safety Department:
Management
PRESENT
(√)
PRESENT
(√)
PRESENT
(√)
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
Paul BOUCHARD
Maintenance Department:
Foremen
ABSENT
(X)
IT Department: PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
David MARTIN
Matthew PEDERSEN
Manraj (Raj) UPPAL
Lindsey THORLEY
Patrick KEOGH
Mike CRAVAGNA
Patrick JULIEN
Jerry JENNINGS
Andrew WHIFFEN
Craig WILSON
Richard HOATH
Robert MEIER
Maintenance Department:
Management
Ralph RODRIGUEZ
Tim KJELLBOTN
Chris ARMER
Steve ARMSTRONG
Cliff CHERNOFF
Ahmad NASSERJAH
Keith LECLERC
Nazario BARRIGA
Jurgen FRANKE
Jarrett LONG
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Troy WINGERAK
Operations Department: COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
Fraser Surrey Docks Shed 5 - Level 2: Employee Roll Call
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
Roll Call Performed by: Brent Sellers/Jack Miller
1 PP#
2 PP#
3 PP#
4 PP#
5 PP#
6 PP#
7 PP#
8 PP#
9 PP#
10 PP#
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP#
14 PP#
Diesel Shop-HD MechanicsPRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
COMMENTSABSENT
(X)
PRESENT
(√)
Maintenance Department:
Foremen
Jon LESLIE
Darrin OTSIG
James SHARMA
John FORSBERG
Tom MEREDITH
Lorenz BRUGGER
Robert LEE
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Brent SELLERS
Jack MILLER
Ted KORMOSI
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
Fraser Surrey Docks Diesel Shop: Employee Roll Call
Dean CUSICK
Clint HOLOWATY
Chad HOMEWOOD
Gordon MAVOR
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
Roll Call Performed by: Alisa Sahbaz
1 PP# 77264
2 PP# 78256
4 PP# 77267
5 PP# 19210
6 PP# 71173
7 PP#
8 PP#
9 PP#
10 PP#
8 PP# 77259
9 PP#
10 PP#
11 PP#
12 PP#
Fraser Surrey Docks Shed 1: Employee Roll Call
Level 3PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Jeff SCOTT
Leonard COX
Bill WEHNERT
Level 2PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Alisa SAHBAZ
Darlene LYNCH
Trish FACTOR
Jurgen FRANKE
Andre EKKART
Debbie EINERSON
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Nelly FRANCOIS
Maria NOORT
David MARTIN
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
Jill BUCHANAN
Ed WONG
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT: Fire Emergency Response Drill
Roll Call Performed by: Brady Erno
1 PP#
2 PP#
3 PP#
4 PP#
5 PP#
6 PP#
7 PP#
8 PP# 78320
9 PP#
10 PP#
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP#
14 PP#
15 PP#
16 PP#
17 PP#
18 PP#
19 PP#
20 PP#
21 PP#
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Accounting Trailer:
Management
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Frances HARASEMCHUK
Michelle STEELE
Jennifer NISHI
Anton BONEV
Accounting Trailer:
Workers
Customer Service Trailer:
Workers
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Diane MCLEOD
Amber HUTT
Heidi KIMMERLY
Stephanie HENDERSON
Kimberly COWTON
Janet KLEIN
Linda LAHAY
Return To H+A1:Q41ealth & Safety Department Upon Completion
Fraser Surrey Docks Accounting & Customer Service Trailer:
Employee Roll Call
Charmagne MUNOZ
Manjit GILL
Mike MCLEOD
Brady ERNO
Roxanne FELTON
Barb MARTIN
Jennifer SINCLAIR
Mary ZHAO
Kelly ISLEY
Krista SAHLY
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1.8 PUBLIC INFORMATION COORDINATOR (PIC)
1.8.1 PROCEDURES
The following procedures are to be performed by the PIC or designate:
COMMUNICATION ACTIVITIES TIME
Contact Executive Assistant – Alisa Sahbaz (604-345-5449) and inform them
of the situation.
Contact PMV (604-524-6655) or Nightline (604-524-6656) if emergency is
major or if it threatens FRHC property.
Primary Responder as per on call list
Public Affairs – John Parker Jervis (604) 665-9267
Contact City Hall/Mayor if emergency threatens local population
Surrey City Hall: 604-591-4011
Delta Municipal Hall: 604-946-4141
Contact Customer Service to inform customers or suppliers:
Brady Erno Local 268 Cell: 778-838-5719
Contact Labour Canada (604-666-2205 - Emergencies) if Longshoremen are
injured or evacuation is required.
Contact ILWU if Longshoremen are involved or if emergency is major.
Local 502: 604-580-8882
Local 514: 604-298-9684
Contact PIC Jeff Scott and inform him of the situation
778-838-8471 (Cellular)
Contact PIC-Jill Buchanan and inform her of the situation
778-772-8025 (Cellular)
Contact Media if appropriate or if it is necessary to inform public
*Always return calls to media and advise when emergency has been resolved. Phone Fax Assigned Reporter
Broadcast News Wire
Service
604-687-2464
604-687-1662
604-687-5040
604-687-5040
Radio Media
Print Media
Radio CKNW
CBC 604-524-2566
604-662-6900
604-331-2787
604-662-6913
TV BCTV
Global
CBC
604-421-9494
604-876-1354
604-662-6801
604-421-9466
604-874-5206
604-662-6878
Print Sun
Province
Leader
Optimist
Now
604-605-2180
604-605-2063
604-588-4313
604-946-4451
604-572-0064
604-605-2323
604-605-2720
604-588-1863
604-946-5680
604-572-6438
Other
Contact BCMEA if emergency is major
(604-688-1155 or Nights 604-685-3910)
Proceed to Emergency Scene if it is safe to do so
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1.8.2 PRESS RELEASE BULLETIN
The PIR or designate can issue a press release using the Press Release Form below:
11060 Elevator Road
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7
Phone 604-581-2233
Fax 604-581-6488
PRESS RELEASE FORM
Date:
Time:
Description of Emergency:
Location of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Agencies Responding:
Environment Canada Port Metro Vancouver
Status of Response:
Any Immediate Concerns:
Future Actions:
Release prepared by: Signature:
Position: Contact Number:
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1.9 RECEPTION PROCEDURES
The form on page 20 is to be completed by Security from information provided by the
PIC and circulated as follows:
Shed 1 Cafeteria/Lunch Room Foreman’s Trailer Shed 5 Operations Diesel Shop Switch Crew Trailer Shed 5 Crane Shop Container Gate Matson Tower/Lashers Trailer
Break Bulk Gate Accounting Trailer Customer Service Trailer Security
1.10 CUSTOMER SERVICE PROCEDURES
The V.P. of Marketing and Customer Service or designate shall inform customers of the
status of the emergency situations at FSD when it affects, or could affect, their cargo or
operations using the form Customer & Supplier Bulletin below or if suitable, the form on
page 31 can be used as a bulletin. Information will be provided by the PIC, ERCs and
Reception. For a customer list, please contact Brady Erno at 778-838-5719 or local 268.
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11060 Elevator Road
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7
Phone 604-581-2233
Fax 604-581-6488
CUSTOMER & SUPPLIER BULLETIN
Date:
Time:
Description of Type and Extent of Emergency:
Status of Response:
Implications for our Customers & Suppliers:
Special Requests:
Information Prepared by:
Position:
Contact Number:
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2.0 SIRENS
The control button to activate the sirens on dock are located in secured Security room of
Shed 5 Level 2. Security will only activate and deactivate this alarm with direction of the
lead ERC, and/or ERC (Superintendent and/or H&S Management representative).
2.1 PROCEDURES (>10 SECONDS)
In the event the siren on-site sounds for greater than 10 seconds, all FSD staff,
contractors, visitors and workers will evacuate buildings and immediately proceed to the
nearest marshalling areas. The instructions of area wardens shall be followed as per
Section 1.5 and 1.6 respectively.
2.2 PROCEDURES (<10 SECONDS)
A siren that sounds for a period less than 10 seconds is likely sounded for testing
purposes only and should be ignored. For other than testing purposes, the siren shall only
be sounded in the event of an emergency that could affect the health and well-being of
everyone on the FSD site. The FSD siren will be tested twice in each calendar year.
3.0 FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION RESPONSE PLAN
3.1 MINOR FIRES
3.1.1 CHEMICAL FIRES: PROCEDURES
Fire residues may contain highly toxic materials requiring respiratory protection and impermeable protective clothing to prevent exposure through skin contact, or inhalation of toxic vapors, smoke or soot. The person(s) identifying the chemical fire should not in any event attempt to fight a toxic chemical fire under any means for health and safety concerns.
1. If the chemical fire is within a building room than the person(s) will immediately back out of the space and if possible close the door and seal if possible.
2. All workers/visitors/contractors will evacuate the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind of the chemical fire. The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
3. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
4. The person(s) should call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8.
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Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
5. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster point or a safe location away from the fire.
6. The Lead ERC will meet with the warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
7. The Lead ERC will collect information (MSDS) on any Dangerous Goods involved in, or close to, the fire. The Lead ERC will ensure this information is presented to the fire department upon arrival.
8. The Lead ERC will direct and coordinate to seal nearby storm sewers and set up a berm along the berth face to prevent toxic run-off from entering the river.
9. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the chemical fire. The Lead ERC will provide the fire department with pertaining information of the chemical substance and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
10. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
3.1.2 COMPRESSED AIR OR FLAMMABLE GAS FIRE: PROCEDURES
There is the potential that compressed gas cylinders will explode catastrophically and with no warning. Compressed gases on site include the propane tanks, oxygen tanks and acetylene welding tanks.
The person(s) identifying the compressed air or flammable gas fire should not in any event attempt to fight a fire involving compressed or flammable gas under any means for health and safety concerns.
1. All workers/visitors/contractors will evacuate the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind. The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
2. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
3. The person(s) should call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8.
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Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
4. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster point or a safe location away from the fire.
5. The Lead ERC will meet with the fire warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
6. The Lead ERC will collect information (MSDS) on any Dangerous Goods involved in, or close to, the fire. The Lead ERC will ensure this information is presented to the fire department upon arrival.
7. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the compressed air or flammable fire. The Lead ERC will provide the fire department with pertaining information of the substance and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
8. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
3.1.3 LOCALIZED FIRES: PROCEDURES
A fire extinguisher can be a lifesaver. Placed near an exit, in an easy-to-grab spot, it can
put out a small fire before the firefighters arrive, or at least suppress the flames while you
escape.
All household extinguishers are classified A, B, or C (or a combination of these) on the
label to indicate which types of fires-ordinary combustibles, flammable liquids, or
electrical-you can use them on. Many are classified A:B:C and fight all 3 types of fires.
The main distinction among home extinguishers is size. In most cases bigger is better, but
sometimes the biggest extinguishers are too heavy to maneuver. (The weight on an
extinguisher refers to the amount of chemical inside; the canister adds several more
pounds.) There’s also a difference between rechargeable extinguishers, with metal valves,
and disposable ones, which have plastic valves. A rechargeable one will cost more, but
refiling it once the pressure gauge shows that use or time has depleted the contents is still
less expensive than buying a new disposable one.
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Using an Extinguisher:
Keep extinguishers where you can see and reach them easily, near the room’s exit. This
way you can fight the fire with your back to the door and make a quick escape if flames
get out of control.
To help you remember how to use an extinguisher, use the acronym PASS:
Pull the extinguisher’s safety pin.
Aim the chemical at the source of the flames rather than at the flames themselves,
standing at least 6 feet from the fire (or as directed on the extinguisher’s label).
Squeeze the trigger and hold it, keeping the extinguisher upright.
Sweep the source of the flames until the extinguisher runs dry.
Whenever you have used an extinguisher, whether or not it is completely empty, you
must replace it or refill it right away. Same goes with any extinguisher whose pressure
gauge slips out of the green zone into red over time. Fire extinguisher companies charge
about $15 to refill a typical 5-pound A:B:C extinguisher, provided it has a metal valve.
Extinguishers with plastic valves are not refillable and should be discarded after use.
Class of Fires for Proper Type of Fire Extinguishers:
Class A: Ordinary combustibles
Class A fires consist of ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, fabric, and most
kinds of trash.
Class B/C: Flammable liquid and gas
A CO2 fire extinguisher rated for flammable liquids and gasses
These are fires whose fuel is flammable or combustible liquid or gas. The US system
designates all such fires "Class B". In the European/Australian system, flammable liquids
are designated "Class B", while burning gases are separately designated "Class C". These
fires follow the same basic fire tetrahedron (heat, fuel, oxygen, chemical reaction) as
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ordinary combustible fires, except that the fuel in question is a flammable liquid such as
gasoline, or gas such as natural gas. A solid stream of water should never be used to
extinguish this type because it can cause the fuel to scatter, spreading the flames. The
most effective way to extinguish a liquid or gas fueled fire is by inhibiting the chemical
chain reaction of the fire, which is done by dry chemical and Halon extinguishing agents,
although smothering with CO2 or, for liquids, foam is also effective. Halon has fallen out
of favor in recent times because it is an ozone-depleting material; the Montreal Protocol
declares that Halon should no longer be used. Chemicals such as FM-200 are now the
recommended halogenated suppressant.
Class C or Class E: Electrical
Electrical fires are fires involving potentially energized electrical equipment. The US
system designates these "Class C"; the Australian system designates them "Class E". This
sort of fire may be caused by short-circuiting machinery or overloaded electrical cables.
These fires can be a severe hazard to firefighters using water or other conductive agents,
as electricity may be conducted from the fire, through water, to the firefighter's body, and
then earth. Electrical shocks have caused many firefighter deaths.
Electrical fire may be fought in the same way as an ordinary combustible fire, but water,
foam, and other conductive agents are not to be used. While the fire is or possibly could
be electrically energized, it can be fought with any extinguishing agent rated for electrical
fire. Carbon dioxide CO2, NOVEC 1230, FM-200 and dry chemical powder
extinguishers such as PKP and even baking soda are especially suited to extinguishing
this sort of fire. PKP should be a last resort solution to extinguishing the fire due to its
corrosive tendencies. Once electricity is shut off to the equipment involved, it will
generally become an ordinary combustible fire.
In Europe, "electrical fires" are no longer recognized as a separate class of fire as
electricity itself cannot burn. The items around the electrical sources may burn. By
turning the electrical source off, the fire can be fought by one of the other class of fire
extinguishers.
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Class D: Metal
Class D fires consist of combustible metals such as magnesium, potassium, titanium and
zirconium.
With the exception of the metals that burn in contact with air or water (for example,
sodium), masses of combustible metals do not represent unusual fire risks because they
have the ability to conduct heat away from hot spots so efficiently that the heat of
combustion cannot be maintained—this means that it will require a lot of heat to ignite a
mass of combustible metal. Generally, metal fire risks exist when sawdust, machine
shavings and other metal 'fines' are present. Generally, these fires can be ignited by the
same types of ignition sources that would start other common fires.
Water and other common firefighting materials can excite metal fires and make them
worse. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that metal fires be
fought with dry powder extinguishing agents. Dry powder agents work by smothering
and heat absorption. The most common of these agents are sodium chloride granules and
graphite powder. In recent years powdered copper has also come into use.
Some extinguishers are labeled as containing dry chemical extinguishing agents. This
may be confused with dry powder. The two are not the same. Using a dry chemical
extinguisher in error, in place of dry powder, can be ineffective or actually increase the
intensity of a metal fire.
Metal fires represent a unique hazard because people are often not aware of the
characteristics of these fires and are not properly prepared to fight them. Therefore, even
a small metal fire can spread and become a larger fire in the surrounding ordinary
combustible materials. Only dry powder should ever be used to extinguish a metal fire.
Class K or Class F: Cooking oils and fats (kitchen fires)
Class K fires involve unsaturated cooking oils in well-insulated cooking appliances
located in commercial kitchens.
Fires that involve cooking oils or fats are designated "Class K" under the American
system, and "Class F" under the European/Australasian systems. Though such fires are
technically a subclass of the flammable liquid/gas class, the special characteristics of
these types of fires, namely the higher flash point, are considered important enough to
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recognize separately. Watermist can be used to extinguish such fires. Appropriate fire
extinguishers may also have hoods over them that help extinguish the fire. Sometimes
fire blankets are used to stop a fire in a kitchen or on a stove.
1 Only fight a fire if other people are available to act as back up.
2 Stay between the fire and the exit at all times. If outside, stay upwind of fire.
3 Place compatible absorbent over any spilled liquid and follow the Dangerous Goods Spill First Response procedures, if appropriate.
4 If a Dangerous Good is involved in the emergency, deposit soiled clothing in appropriate receptacles for disposal in accordance with environmental regulations.
The plastic garbage pails stored in the ERV can be used for this purpose. Do not wear contaminated clothing beyond the clean-up area.
5 Wash thoroughly with soap and water as soon as possible upon leaving the emergency area.
6 Use an appropriate fire extinguisher (do not use water on an electrical or chemical fire).
Fire extinguishers are located throughout every building and dock vehicles/machines at FSD.
3.1.4 FIRES ON MOBILE EQUIPMENT
Fires on mobile equipment can present multiple types of health and safety hazards to
operators, worker’s in the vicinity and cause large costs in damages to the equipment.
Mobile equipment types are not limited to various bulk conveyors, various machines on
the work site includes front end loaders, reach stackers, lift truck machines, gantries and
dock pick-up trucks.
Below are potential fire hazards that can occur on various mobile equipment:
1. Engine compartment – The engine compartment contains an assortment of fluids,
fuels, oils, and greases as well as congested wires, hoses, and accumulated debris,
all very near high heat sources.
2. Battery compartments – Battery compartments are a potential fire hazard when
combustible materials build-up on the top of the battery. These materials, in the
presence of moisture, can cause a short circuit.
3. High pressure hoses – Hot fluid spraying from a ruptured high pressure hose, or
leaking from a loose flange or fitting could find its way to a source of ignition.
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4. Belly pan – The belly pan can accumulate not only leaking fuel from the vehicle,
but external debris as well. Due to its unique location a fire starting in the belly
pan could quickly engulf the entire vehicle.
5. Hydraulic/Fuel pumps – Due to the high pressures involved with these pumps,
fluid spraying from a leaking pump could find its way to a heat source and cause
ignition.
3.1.4.1 PROCEDURES
1. All workers/visitors/contractors will evacuate the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind.
2. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
3. The person(s) should call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8. Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
4. The person(s) and/or Lead ERC should contact the Diesel Shop (local 238 or 220) OR Brent Sellers (778-838-7910)/Jack Miller (778-838-7945).
5. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster point or a safe location away from the fire.
6. The Lead ERC will direct to have all nearby equipment and cargo moved out of the danger area, it is safe to do so.
7. Follow the procedures of minor fires outlined in this document where it applies and if possible.
8. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the compressed air or flammable fire. The Lead ERC will provide the fire department with pertaining information and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
9. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
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3.1.5 FIRES ON VESSELS
1. Evacuate unwanted personnel from the ship (crew members only should remain on board to assist the Fire Department, if requested).
2. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster point or a safe location away from the fire.
3. The Lead ERC should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
4. The Lead ERC should call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8. Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
5. The Lead ERC will contact the following:
a) Port Metro Vancouver (604-524-6655 day, 604-524-6656 night)
b) Transport Canada - Vessel Traffic Service (250-339-5483)
c) Port Warden Supervisor (250-363-6333)
d) Vessel's Agent
6. Obtain a copy of the vessel pre-fire plan, if possible, and provide this to the Fire Department upon their arrival.
7. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the vessel fire.
8. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
3.1.6 FIRES IN VARIOUS BUILDINGS
1. The person(s) will pull the fire alarm immediately and evacuate the building to proceed to the muster point or safe location upwind of the building fire.
2. All workers/visitors/contractors will evacuate the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind of the building fire. The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
Below is a site map illustrating the locations of these designated marshaling areas:
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3. The person(s) identifying the fire should quickly assess and determine the level of fire to address the situation based on small (localized) fire - Reference Section 3.1.3 Localized Fires: Procedures of this document.
4. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster point or a safe location away from the fire.
5. The Lead ERC should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
6. The Lead ERC should call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8.
7. Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
8. The Lead ERC will meet with the warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
9. Do not re-enter the burning building. Conditions can change dramatically and there is the potential for a “flash-over”.
10. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the building fire. The Lead ERC will provide the fire department with pertaining information and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
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11. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
12. Do not re-enter the building(s) until the Lead ERC declares the area safe through the confirmation of the emergency agencies which may include: fire department or police.
3.2 MAJOR FIRES: BUILDINGS
1. The person(s) will pull the fire alarm immediately and evacuate the building to proceed to the muster point or safe location upwind of the building fire.
2. All workers/visitors/contractors will evacuate the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind of the building fire. The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
Below is a site map illustrating the locations of these designated marshaling areas:
3. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster point or a safe location away from the fire.
4. The Lead ERC will direct to have all nearby equipment and cargo moved out of the danger area, it is safe to do so.
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5. The Lead ERC should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
6. The Lead ERC should call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8. Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
7. The Lead ERC will meet with the fire warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
8. Do not re-enter the burning building. Conditions can change dramatically and there is the potential for a “flash-over”.
9. The Lead ERC will contact the computer warden(s) to inform them of the emergency.
10. Assist members of FSDERT and ESAs, as required. Advise ESAs of any Dangerous Goods on the terminal.
11. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the building fire. The Lead ERC will provide the fire department with pertaining information and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
12. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
13. Do not re-enter the building(s) until the Lead ERC declares the area safe through the confirmation of the emergency agencies which may include: fire department or police.
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4.0 CHEMICAL AND DANGEROUS GOODS SPILL RESPONSE PLAN
4.1 PURPOSE
The chemical and dangerous goods spill response plan outlines the procedures set in
place to respond to a spill event at FSD. The plan outlines the steps required to safely
and effectively approach, identify, classify, contain and clean-up a spill.
The purpose of this spill response plan is to:
Minimize the damage and danger that could affect employees, property, and the
environment in the event of a spill; and,
Ensure an effective and coordinated response to a spill at FSD.
The scope of the spill response plan includes all FSD facilities and the transport of goods
within FSD leased property boundaries.
4.2 POLICY
FSD is committed to ensuring that all possible measures are taken to prevent spills from
occurring and that response to an incident is immediate and effective such that personnel,
property and environmental hazards are minimized. This objective is achieved by sound
environmental management, education and a commitment to prevention of pollution,
compliance with all legal and other requirements, and continual improvements.
FSD will strive to ensure every employee, contractor and visitor knows and understands
the elevated priority and importance of FSD’s commitment to safety and the long-term
sustainability of the environment. It is everyone’s responsibility to report a spill,
regardless of size, and to play their part in spill response.
Prevention and mitigation of environmental effects of spills is achieved through the
following means:
safety and environmental hazard awareness training of personnel;
a high level of preventative maintenance; and,
emergency response training.
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4.3 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Spills may happen as a result of equipment malfunctions and human error. If a spill
occurs, it is the responsibility of all required personnel to respond by:
Informing security that a spill incident has occurred.
ensuring the safety of employees and public;
mobilizing the necessary equipment and crews to contain and clean the spill to
protect the environment; and
ensuring that the appropriate government agencies are notified according to the
requirements of BC Environmental Management Act Spill Reporting Regulation
(Province of British Columbia 1990).
Specific roles and responsibilities during an incident are described below:
In the event of a spill, the Lead ERC will be responsible to make all calls in
accordance to the spill response plan.
Security will contact various parties to initiate spill response as often they are the
first to be informed about a spill event.
Wardens are tasked with ensuring the safety of their assigned groups by ensuring
all required personnel are accounted for by performing a roll-call and in a safe
designated area.
Marine vessel personnel are responsible for following their vessels spill response
procedure where applicable. Although not required, it is FSD’s request that
marine vessel personnel assist FSD in containment, clean up, and reporting as
requested.
4.4 INITIAL SPILL RESPONSE AND ASSESSMENT
All personnel shall follow the following safety guidelines when approaching a hazardous
material incident. All actions shall be performed by or under the instruction of the Lead
ERC.
1) Move upwind of the spill, out of the wind spread area and isolation zone.
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Wardens are responsible for moving everyone upwind. Do not allow
unauthorized personnel to enter the contaminated area.
2) Inform the on-duty Superintendent / Lead ERC (604-582-2235, Channel 8)
3) Avoid inhalation of gases, fumes and smoke
Remember that relatively light gases, when cold, may be initially heavier
than air; and,
Do not assume that gases and vapors are harmless because they lack odor or because the odor is not offensive.
4) Determine the health and safety risks by observing WHMIS or TDG labeling.
Use binoculars in the ERV if necessary. Evaluate the spill to determine the material and the personal protective equipment that is required. Once sufficiently protected, determine the type of spill (Major Spill, or Minor Spill), and follow the appropriate response procedure shown below.
5) Obtain the MSDS if one is readily available. Follow-up the procedures outlined in that specific document to clean up the spill if it is safe to do so.
6) Decide if you can safely handle the spill. If unsure, call 911, surrey fire department, or hazmat for assistance.
4.5 SPILL CLASSIFICATION
Spills are categorized as:
A minor spill, which is an incident that:
o presents minimal potential threat to safety, property damage or
environmental hazard;
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o is localized and controllable (e.g., piping, small vehicle leaks, or contained
spills with low probability of escalating into a more serious emergency);
and
o can be contained and cleaned up immediately by FSD personnel first on
the scene or with minor assistance.
A major spill, which is an incident that:
o is an emergency and presents an immediate threat to life, or a major
immediate hazard to property or the environment;
o is an uncontrolled release, vehicle collision, line, valve or tank rupture
with extensive release of hazardous materials (e.g., uncontrolled leakage
from the rupture of a gasoline storage tank); or
o is controllable, but involves a high rate of release with the possibility of
affecting a wide area or small leaks of very hazardous materials;
o requires assistance from personnel outside the operating department
o beyond the containment or cleanup capabilities of FSD personnel
Note: A spill to water is always classed as a major spill as FSD personnel are not
equipped or trained to manage in water spill containment and cleanup. This includes
spills from dock or spills originating from Vessels Berthed at FSD.
4.5.1 MINOR SPILL RESPONSE
4.5.1.1 SAFETY
A person discovering a spill should immediately move upwind of the spill, out of the
wind spread area and isolation zone, and contact the on-duty superintendent / Lead ERC
(604-582-2235, Channel 8).
Unless otherwise specified, all activities are to be performed by or under the
direction of the Lead ERC.
4.5.1.2 IMMEDIATE NOTIFICATION
Notify necessary FSD personnel and external parties as per the contact information listed
below.
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1. Person(s) discovering the spill
i. Contact the on-duty Superintendent / Lead ERC (604-582-2224.
Channel 2)
2. Lead ERC
i. Contact Security (604-582-2235, Channel 8)
ii. Contact first aid if necessary (778-838-8642, Channel 8)
3. Security
i. Contact BNSF as required, if the rail track needs to be cleared
(604-522-7539)
4.5.1.3 FIRST RESPONSE & SPILL CONTAINMENT
1. Get the appropriate MSDS and determine all the associated hazards.
2. If safe, remove injured person(s) from the emergency area.
3. Stop the source of the release; if possible, by closing valves, standing drums upright, etc.
4. Eliminate all ignition sources if flammable material is involved.
5. Stop the spread of the spill with absorbents, sandbags, rubber drain covers, etc. Choose absorbents designed for hydrocarbons or water-based chemicals as appropriate.
6. Prevent the spill from entering sewer drains or contacting exposed soil. Obtain a map from security providing the location of all sewers.
4.5.1.4 SPILL CLEANUP AND REPORTING
Begin cleanup using equipment contained in the Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV) and
spill kits as necessary. See SPILL EQUPMENT section for available spill equipment and
locations.
1. Get the MSDS and determine the appropriate clean-up procedures for the material
if safe to do so.
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2. Begin clean-up using impermeable clothing as necessary and equipment
contained in the Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV) or in available spills kits
3. Do not wear contaminated clothing beyond the clean-up area. Wash thoroughly
with soap and water as soon as possible upon leaving the spill area. Place soiled
clothing and equipment in the proper receptacles for disposal according to
environmental regulations (the plastic garbage pails stored in the ERV can be used
for this purpose)
4. All contaminated material, such as chips, sand, sludge, etc., shall be stored in
marked drums pending disposal in accordance with environmental legislation. Do
not handle contaminated material.
Disposal of the hazardous material is the responsibility of FSD or the spiller.
Environment Canada (604-666-6100) and/or BC Environment, Lands & Parks (1-
800-663-3456) may be consulted for advice.
5. If further storage tank capacity is required, A&A Anderson (604-277-1628), or Phillips Environmental Service can provide a pump truck.
6. Wardens will complete the Warden Procedures’ form.
7. The Lead ERC will fill out the Chemical / Dangerous Goods Emergency Response Statement.
8. Report spill to proper authorities if quantity of specific material spilled requires reporting under the BC Waste Management Act. See SPILL REPORTING section for details.
4.5.2 MAJOR SPILL RESPONSE
4.5.2.1 SAFETY
A person discovering a spill should immediately move upwind of the spill, out of the
wind spread area and isolation zone, and contact the on-duty superintendent / Lead ERC
(604-582-2235, Channel 8).
Unless otherwise specified, all activities are to be performed by or under the
direction of the Lead ERC.
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4.5.2.2 IMMEDIATE NOTIFICATION
Notify necessary FSD personnel and external parties as per the contact information listed
below.
1. Person(s) discovering the spill
a) Contact the on-duty Superintendent / Lead ERC (604-582-2224.
Channel 2)
2. Lead ERC
a) Call 911, Surrey Fire Department (911)
b) Contact Security (604-582-2235, Channel 8)
c) Contact first aid if it is necessary (778-838-8642, Channel 8)
d) Contact Port Metro Vancouver, advise them of the situation
(Day: 604-524-6655, Night: 604-524-6656)
e) Contact Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (604-
294-6001)
f) Contact Transport Canada 604-666-6011 or 1-250-363-6333
g) Contact ESDC – 1-800-641-4049
3. Security
a) Contact BNSF as required, if the rail track needs to be cleared
(604-522-7539)
4.5.2.3 FIRST RESPONSE & SPILL CONTAINMENT
1. Get the MSDS and determine all the associated hazards.
2. If safe, remove injured personnel from the emergency area.
3. Stop the source of the release; if possible, by closing valves, standing drums upright, etc.
4. Eliminate all ignition sources if flammable material is involved.
5. Stop the spread of the spill with absorbents, sandbags, rubber drain covers, etc. Choose absorbents designed for hydrocarbons or water-based chemicals as appropriate.
6. Prevent the spill from entering sewer drains or contacting exposed soil. Obtain a
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map from the maintenance department by contacting Raj Uppal (778-838-7846) providing the location of all sewers.
7. If a vessel is alongside, inform the vessel of the spill and request assistance from vessel personnel.
4.5.2.4 SPILL CLEANUP AND REPORTING
Begin clean-up using equipment contained in the Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV)
and spill kits as necessary. See Section 4.7 for available spill equipment and locations.
1. Get MSDS and determine the appropriate clean-up procedures for the material.
2. Begin clean-up using equipment contained in the Emergency Response Vehicle
(ERV) or in available spills kits.
3. Do not wear contaminated clothing beyond the clean-up area. Wash thoroughly
with soap and water as soon as possible upon leaving the spill area. Place soiled
clothing and equipment in the proper receptacles for disposal according to
environmental regulations (the plastic garbage pails stored in the ERV can be used
for this purpose)
4. All contaminated material, such as chips, sand, sludge, etc., shall be stored in
marked drums pending disposal in accordance with environmental legislation. Do
not handle contaminated material.
Disposal of the hazardous material is the responsibility of FSD or the spiller.
Environment Canada (604-666-6100) and/or BC Environment, Lands & Parks (1-
800-663-3456) may be consulted for advice.
5. If further storage tank capacity is required, A&A Anderson Tank Service (604-277-1628) can provide a pump truck.
6. The Wardens will complete the Warden Procedures’ form.
7. The Lead ERC will fill out the Chemical / Dangerous Goods Emergency Response Statement.
8. Report the spill to the proper authorities if quantity of specific material spilled requires reporting under the BC Waste Management Act. See Section 4.6 Spill Reporting Regulations for details.
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4.6 SPILL REPORTING REGULATIONS
The Spill Reporting Regulation of the Environmental Management Act requires that spill
in excess of the reportable quantity, as shown on the schedule on the adjacent page, be
reported to the Provincial Emergency Program (PEP) (1-800-663-3456, 24 hrs). The Lead
ERC, or delegate, is responsible for making this assessment and contacting PEP.
The reporting person will be asked to provide the following information:
1. Your name and telephone number
2. Name and telephone number of the person who caused the spill
3. Time of the spill
4. Proper name of chemical spilled and its PIN # (UN#)
5. Quantity of substance spilled
6. Cause and effect of the spill
7. Details of action taken or proposed to stop, contain and minimize the effects of the
spill
8. Description of the spill location and of the area surrounding the spill
9. Details of further action contemplated or required
10. Names of agencies on the scene
11. Names of other persons or agencies advised concerning the spill
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SCHEDULE OF REPORTABLE SPILL QUANTITIES
Item Substance spilled Specified amount
1 Class 1, Explosives as defined in section 2.9 of the
Federal Regulations
Any quantity that could pose a danger to
public safety or 50 kg
2 Class 2.1, Flammable Gases, other than natural gas, as
defined in section 2.14 (a) of the Federal Regulations
10 kg
3 Class 2.2 Non-Flammable and Non-Toxic Gases as
defined in section 2.14 (b) of the Federal Regulations
10 kg
4 Class 2.3, Toxic Gases as defined in section 2.14 (c)
of the Federal Regulations
5 kg
5 Class 3, Flammable Liquids as defined in section 2.18
of the Federal Regulations
100 L
6 Class 4, Flammable Solids as defined in section 2.20
of the Federal Regulations
25 kg
7 Class 5.1, Oxidizing Substances as defined in section
2.24 (a) of the Federal Regulations
50 kg or 50 L
8 Class 5.2, Organic Peroxides as defined in section
2.24 (b) of the Federal Regulations
1 kg or 1 L
9 Class 6.1, Toxic Substances as defined in section 2.27
(a) of the Federal Regulations
5 kg or 5 L
10 Class 6.2, Infectious Substances as defined in section
2.27 (b) of the Federal Regulations
1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a
danger to public safety or the environment
11
Class 7, Radioactive Materials as defined in section
2.37 of the Federal Regulations
Any quantity that could pose a danger to
public safety and an emission level greater
than the emission level established in
section 20 of the "Packaging and Transport
of Nuclear Substances Regulations"
12 Class 8, Corrosives as defined in section 2.40 of the
Federal Regulations
5 kg or 5 L
13
Class 9, Miscellaneous Products, Substances or
Organisms as defined in section 2.43 of the Federal
Regulations
25 kg or 25 L
14 waste containing dioxin as defined in section 1 of the
Hazardous Waste Regulation
1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a
danger to public safety or the environment
15 leachable toxic waste as defined in section 1 of the
Hazardous Waste Regulation
25 kg or 25 L
16
waste containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons as
defined in section 1 of the hazardous Waste
Regulation
5 kg or 5 L
17 waste asbestos as defined in section 1 of the
Hazardous Waste Regulation
50 kg
18 waste oil as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous
Waste Regulation
100 L
19 waste containing a pest control product as defined in
section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation
5 kg or 5 L
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20 PCB Wastes as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous
Waste Regulation
25 kg or 25 L
21 waste containing tetrachloroethylene as defined in
section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation
50 kg or 50 L
22 biomedical waste as defined in section 1 of the
Hazardous Waste Regulation
1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a
danger to public safety or the environment
23
A hazardous waste as defined in section 1 of the
Hazardous Waste Regulation and not covered under
items 1 – 22
25 kg or 25 L
24 A substance, not covered by items 1 to 23, that can
cause pollution
200 kg or 200 L
25
Natural gas 10 kg, if there is a breakage in a pipeline or
fitting operated above 100 psi that results in
a sudden and uncontrolled release of natural
gas.
A spill is considered any release of material outside an approved containment device. If
you are in doubt as to whether a spill is reportable, err on the side of caution and report
it anyway to the Provincial Emergency Program (PEP) (1-800-663-3456, 24 hrs).
4.7 SPILL RESPONSE EQUIPMENT
Spill equipment will be delivered to a spill site following a spill event.
Spill containment and cleaning equipment can be found grouped together in Spill Kits
and in the ERV.
Spill Kits
Location: Shed 5, Agricultural Facility, Container Yard Berth Face
Sand Bags
Rubber Mats
Floor Dry
Absorbent Pads – Grey , White
Personal Protective Equipment (gloves, boots, etc)
Equipment List – ERV
Location: Main Security Gate
Floor Dry
Absorbent Socks
Rubber Mats
Personal Protective Equipment (gloves, boots, etc)
Absorbent Pads – Grey , White
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Alternatively, spill equipment is stored in Shed 5 and in the Diesel Shop.
All the equipment available and their locations are as follows:
Floor Dry
Absorbs water or oil
o Location: ERV, Diesel Shop, Shed 5
Absorbent Socks Absorbs petroleum and oil products
o Location: ERV
Rubber Spill Mats Large non-penetrable rubber mats
o Location: ERV, Diesel Shop, Shed 5, Spill Kits
Absorbent Pads – Grey For spills of water based products & oils
o Location: ERV, Diesel Shop, Shed 5
Absorbent Pads – White Absorbs and retains oils and oil-based liquids without absorbing water
o Location: ERV, Diesel Shop, Shed 5
Sandbags
o Location: Spill Kits, Diesel Shop, Shed 5
4.8 MARINE VESSEL RESPONSE
Marine vessels docked at FSD must provide a copy of their spill response plan to the site
health and safety manager upon arrival and/or upon request.
It is requested that personnel of a marine vessel berthed at FSD assist in the event of a
spill to water. Assistance is requested with the following priorities being observed:
Safety of life;
Prevention of environmental pollution; and
Control of product loss or damage;
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1. If a spill is occurring or has occurred, inform Security, and/or the Superintendent.
2. Follow procedures outlined within vessels Spill Response Plan if applicable to the
situation.
3. Assist FSD personnel with containment and clean-up as requested.
4. Assist FSD personnel with finalizing spill reports and estimating spilt product
volume as requested.
Note: It is the responsibility of the marine vessel to contain and clean any spill that
happens as a result of vessel malfunction, vessel personnel error, or vessel
personnel negligence. FSD may take over containment and cleaning operation at
vessels expense if the vessel response plan does not apply to specific spill or
vessel response is not adequate.
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CHEMICAL / DANGEROUS GOODS EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATEMENT
-to be completed by the ERC- Date:___________________ Time:___________ Exact Location:_____________________
Person Discovering Problem or Receiving Information:_____________________________________
Chemical or Dangerous Goods Container Number (if any):___________________________________
UN #
CLASS
SHIPPING NAME
PACKING
GROUP
TOTAL
WEIGHT
Detailed Description (Fire, Explosion, Spill, etc.): _________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Potential Hazards: ___________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Response Actions Taken to Stop, Contain, or Minimize Effects of Spill:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Safety Barrier Erected: __________ metres
Material Safety Data Sheet Copied and Distributed: YES NO
Evacuation Initiated: YES NO Time: _________ Distance: _________ metres
Call Out Procedures: Emergency Response Coordinator (604-582-2224) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Health and Safety Manager (778-838-7579) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Surrey Fire Department (604-543-6700) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Surrey R.C.M.P (604-599-0502) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
I.L.W.U 502 Business Agent (604-580-8882) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
I.L.W.U 514 Union Representative (604-254-8141) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Shipper/Owner of Cargo ( ) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Is the spill a reportable quantity? (See Reportable Quantities in this section): YES NO
If YES, report incident to the Provincial Emergency Program (1-800-663-3456)
Time: _________
If the Spill is to Water or a Vessel is Alongside Call Out Procedure: Chief Mate or Captain of the Vessel ( ) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Port Metro Vancouver (604-665-9086) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Coast Guard Ship Safety (604-666-6011) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Note: Foremen are to inform workers of the hazard, restricted area, and emergency response actions
being initiated. A copy of this document will be provided for the vessel's security log.
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5.0 COLLISION FIRST RESPONSE
Collisions may occur between any combination of land vehicles, ships, airplanes, cargo,
mobile and stationary dock equipment, and people. The concerns vary depending upon
whether there are human injuries, what types of vehicles are involved, what type of
damage has occurred, whether chemicals are involved, etc. Due to the wide variety of
incidents that may occur, a general response is recommended, tailored as the particular
situation requires.
5.1 PROCEDURES
1. Determine whether there are any injuries. Do not move a seriously injured
person unless he is in danger of further injury. Call First Aid (604-582-2216
or Local 216) and/or 911 for an ambulance, as appropriate.
SECURITY – Call BNSF (604-520-5203) if 911 called.
2. If fire/explosion or Dangerous Goods are a factor, or may become a factor, follow
the appropriate First Response procedures in this manual. Take remedial action
only if your safety is not in danger.
3. FSD owns many large pieces of equipment, including forklifts, which could be
used to move damaged equipment. The Emergency Response Vehicle contains
some rescue equipment, such as a crowbar and rope.
4. Response to collisions involving vessels is the responsibility of the Port Metro
Vancouver (604-524-6655 day, (604-524-6656 night) and Transport Canada (604-
666-6011). FSD must contact the FRPA and advise them of any incident
involving vessels. FSD will provide assistance where possible.
6.0 TOXIC GAS ACCIDENT FIRST RESPONSE
In the event of an accident involving hazardous gaseous chemicals (such as chlorine or
anhydrous ammonia, often transported/handled by vessel, on dock, dock machinery
and/or on highway trucks at FSD) that may pose a threat to the FSD site, the following
steps shall be taken:
6.1 PROCEDURES The person(s) identifying the chemical fire should not in any event attempt to fight a toxic chemical fire under any means for health and safety concerns.
1. The Lead ERC will take charge of the emergency situation after assessing the
type of airborne hazard and risk.
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2. Call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8. Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
3. Direct Security to activate the emergency sirens on site.
4. The Lead ERC and ERC team will contact all the wardens to conduct an
evacuation of all workers/visitors/contractors in the immediate vicinity/respective
buildings and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind of the toxic gas.
The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per
5. Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
Below is a site map illustrating the locations of these designated marshaling areas:
6. Escape respirators are available in the Emergency Response Vehicle. These are mouthpiece respirators designed for escape from atmospheres containing hazardous dusts and mists, and low concentrations of chlorine and several other chemicals.
Proceed to the marshaling area(s) in the Emergency Response Vehicle and
distribute escape respirators to drivers of vehicles transporting personnel off-site.
Extra respirators are stored in the Emergency Operations Centers.
Organize pick-up trucks and other higher capacity passenger vehicles to transport personnel out of the danger area. In addition, to the main gate, there is a second
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gate accessing Robson Road on the upstream end of the site. If both of these land routes are unusable, tugboat evacuation can be coordinated through the Port Metro Vancouver (604-665-9086) or Westminster Tug Boats Ltd. (604-522-4604).
7. The ERC will meet with the warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
8. The ERC will collect information (MSDS) on any Dangerous Goods involved in, or close to, the toxic gas. The ERC will ensure this information is presented to the fire department upon arrival.
9. The ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the toxic gas. The ERC will provide the fire department with pertaining information of the chemical substance and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
NOTE: The Surrey Fire Department may suggest that the best recourse is to take refuge in the top floor of the Office Building or Garage Offices. If this is the case, then all personnel should congregate at these places.
The windows and doors should be sealed, and the air conditioning turned off (Contact the maintenance department to assist with this shut off procedure).
10. The ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
7.0 GAS LEAK FIRST RESPONSE
In the event of a gas leak located on the FSD site:
7.1 Acetylene & oxygen-Procedures:
1. The person(s) identifying the gas leak should immediately call the Lead ERC on Channel 8 or at 604-582-2224.
2. All workers/visitors/contractors will evacuate the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind. The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
3. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster
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point or a safe location away from the gas leak.
4. The Lead ERC will contact the maintenance department to see if they are equipped to address the gas leak based on the assessed level of risk.
5. If the maintenance worker(s) are safe to proceed and have the proper equipment
to purge piping with an inert gas prior to attempt repairs.
If leak is on the container or container valve, contact Air Liquide (604-310-9353).
6. The Lead ERC will meet with the warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
7. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
7.1 PROPANE-PROCEDURES:
1. The person(s) identifying the gas leak should immediately call the Lead ERC on Channel 8 or at 604-582-2224.
2. All workers/visitors/contractors will evacuate the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind. The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
3. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
4. The person(s) should call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8. Security may need to assist with calling 911 and request emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
5. The Lead ERC upon arrival at the incident will take lead of the scene and ensure that all workers have evacuated the immediate vicinity to the designated muster point or a safe location away from the emergency location.
6. The Lead ERC will meet with the warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
7. The Lead ERC will contact the maintenance department to see if they are equipped to address the gas leak based on the assessed level of risk.
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8. If the maintenance worker(s) are safe to proceed and have the proper equipment
to eliminate the leak, possible.
NOTE: Propane is heavier than air.
9. Eliminate any and all potential sources of ignition within the vicinity.
10. Prevent vapor and/or liquid from entering sewers within the immediate vicinity.
11. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the fire department and assist them to address the propane hazard. The Lead ERC will provide the fire department with pertaining information of the substance and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
12. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
13. The Lead ERC will meet with the warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
14. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
8.0 BOMB OR SABOTAGE THREAT: FIRST RESPONSE
Bomb threats or sabotage threats are usually received by telephone or sometimes by note
or letter. Most threats are hoaxes, but all such calls must be taken seriously and handled
as though the explosive has been planted or the sabotage has been carried out.
A copy of the Bomb and Sabotage Threat Form can be found below on page 72 or in
Appendix II.
8.1 EMPLOYEE RECEIVING THE PHONE CALL
1. Stay calm and courteous, and keep the caller on the line as long as possible.
2. Have a co-worker call an ERC representative from the Health and Safety
Department (Jonathan Unrau @ 778-838-7579/Local 243 or Mark Quon @ 778-
838-8402/Local 175) to report the threat while you continue talking.
3. Listen to the caller, and immediately note all details of the call on the Bomb and
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Sabotage Threat Report Sheet on the adjacent page.
4. Pass on all the information to the ERC as soon as possible, including the Local
which the call is being received on. The ERC will coordinate contacting the
operator to trace the call. They will also call 911 and others as necessary.
5. Ask a lot of questions, including those contained in the Bomb and Sabotage
Threat Report Sheet on the following page.
6. Remain available for consultation with Emergency Support Agencies (ESAs), such
as the Fire Department or RCMP, when they arrive.
7. Contact PMV to notify them of the situation and adjust the MARSEC Level, if
necessary.
8.2 SUSPECT PACKAGE(S) AND/OR PERSON(S)
1. Stay calm.
2. The person(s) identifying the suspicion package and/or person should keep a safe distance but should not go near the package and/or engage the person(s).
3. The person(s) will contact call Security at 604-520-5203/local 213 or 235/Channel 8.
4. Security will call an ERC representative from the Health and Safety Department (Jonathan Unrau @ 778-838-7579/Local 243 or Mark Quon @ 778-838-8402/Local 175) to report the threat.
5. The ERC will contact 911 and request the police.
15. The ERC with the support of Security will attempt to control/secure the situation and evacuate all workers/visitors/contractors in the immediate vicinity and proceed to a muster point or safe location upwind. The warden(s) will evacuate and document all persons from the building as per Sections 1.5 through 1.7 of the ERP.
6. The ERC will contact the on-duty Superintendent to suspend operations/maintenance activities within the vicinity until the situation is deemed clear/safe through the emergency agencies.
7. The ERC will wait for the arrival of the police department and assist them to address the threat. The Lead ERC will provide the police department with
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pertaining information of the situation and confirm the clearance of the vicinity of all people.
8. The Lead ERC will meet with the warden(s) if applicable to ensure all workers are accounted for during the evacuation.
9. The ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
8.4 IMMANENT THREAT
1. Upon arrival, the Lead ERC will activate the site siren and coordinate ERC’s (security/management/wardens) to evacuate the work site in a safe manner.
2. The Lead ERC will instruct ERC including superintendents/foremen/vessel
agents/wardens to suspend operations/maintenance and evacuate any areas
threatened by the bomb or sabotage.
3. The Lead ERC will contact 911 to report the threat, and request the police. Pass on all the information.
4. The Lead ERC will call security and instruct them to hold all vehicles at the gate
until advised that it is safe to resume normal operations.
5. The Lead ERC will support and follow the directions of the police and/or other
ESA.
6. The Lead ERC will notify the Port Metro Vancouver (604-524-6655 day, 604-
524-6656 night).
7. The Lead ERC will advise Transport Canada - Vessel Traffic (604-666-6011) that
the terminal has had a threat, and recommend terminal bound traffic stand by until
advised to proceed.
8. The Lead ERC will coordinate a search by having persons familiar with the area
search for foreign objects. Do not touch any suspicious objects -- instead
immediately inform ESA's of the location.
9. An ERC will notify the ILWU Local 502 (604-580-8882) and Local 514 (604-
298-9684).
10. Restore normal operations when the incident is resolved by contacting Gate
Security (213, 235), Port Metro Vancouver (604-524-6655 day, 604-524-6656
night), Vessel Traffic Service (604-666-6011), and others as required.
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8.5 IF THERE IS AN EXPLOSION
1. Upon arrival, the Lead ERC will contact first aid to assist with injured person(s) only if it safe to do so.
2. The Lead ERC will activate the site siren and coordinate ERC’s (security/management/wardens) to evacuate the work site in a safe manner.
3. The Lead ERC will instruct ERC including superintendents/foremen/vessel
agents/wardens to evacuate any areas threatened by the bomb or sabotage.
4. The Lead ERC will contact 911 to report the emergency, and request the respective emergency agencies. Pass on all the information.
5. The Lead ERC will call security and instruct them to hold all vehicles at the gate
until advised that it is safe to resume normal operations.
6. The Lead ERC will support and follow the directions of the police and/or other
ESA.
7. Advise Vessel Traffic Service (604-666-6011) of the extent of damage, and
request that they pass information to any affected vessels.
8. The Lead ERC will notify the Port Metro Vancouver (604-524-6655 day, 604-
524-6656 night) of the possible need to move vessels.
9. The Lead ERC will advise Transport Canada - Vessel Traffic (604-666-6011) that
the terminal has had a threat, and recommend terminal bound traffic stand by until
advised to proceed.
10. Notify the appropriate ship's agents (on following page) if a vessel is involved.
11. An ERC will notify the ILWU Local 502 (604-580-8882) and Local 514 (604-
298-9684).
12. Restore normal operations when the incident is resolved by contacting Gate
Security (213, 235), Port Metro Vancouver (604-524-6655 day, 604-524-6656
night), Vessel Traffic Service (604-666-6011), and others as required.
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BOMB AND SABOTAGE THREAT REPORT FORM
Time: _______ Date: _________ Number at which: __________________ call is received Questions to Ask:
1. When is the bomb going to explode?
2. Where is it right now?
3. What does it look like?
4. What kind of bomb is it?
5. What will cause it to explode?
6. Did you place the bomb?
7. Why?
8. What is your address?
9. What is your name? Exact wording of the threat:
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Sex: ____________ Age: ____________ Accent: _______________ Caller's Voice (check all that apply):
Emotion: Calm Excited Angry Crying Laughing
Volume: Soft Normal Loud
Speed: Slow Normal Rapid
Tone: Deep Normal High Nasal
Breathing: Deep Normal Shallow Heavy
Impediments: Lisp Stutter Slurred Raspy Cough
Language: Foul Educated Ragged Irrational Incoherent
Message: Taped Read by threat maker
Familiarity: Unfamiliar Disguised Familiar: ______________________
Other: ____________________________________________________________ Background Noises (check all that apply):
Clear Static Local Cellular Long Distance
Music Voices Animals Motor PA System
Street Factory Office House Booth
Other: __________________________________________________________________
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9. WATER RESCUE FIRST RESPONSE
In the event of a potential drowning and water rescue is required, the following steps
should be taken:
If the victim is visible and conscious, use any of the life rings kept at the emergency
stations beside the water (see below) and in the Emergency Response Vehicle to provide
assistance.
1. Do NOT jump in the water to provide assistance, unless you are trained in life-
saving techniques.
2. The person(s) identifying the person in the water in distress will keep eye contact
on this individual at all times. If possible without taking their eye off the person(s)
in the water call Security (Channel 8 or 604-582-2235) for further assistance.
3. Security will contact the on-duty Superintendent at 604-582-2224. Security will
assist to immediately secure the scene until the Lead ERC arrives.
4. Upon arrival the on-duty Superintendent will become the Lead ERC.
5. The Lead ERC will meet with Security and person(s) identifying the person(s) in
distress in the water.
6. The Lead ERC will immediately contact the designated boatman (longshoreman)
to assist if one is working.
7. The Lead ERC or an ERC will contact the Port Metro Vancouver (604-665-9086),
or Westminster Tug Boats Ltd. (604-522-4604) can respond with tugboats should
one be required or if available use VHF Ch. 8 (Timberland working channel).
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8. The Lead ERC will contact Canada Coast Guard at 1-800-567-5111 if further
assistance is required.
9. The Lead ERC will contact first aid to be on stand-by.
10. The Lead ERC or an ERC/Security will assist with calling 911 and request
emergency responder assistance. Security will contact BNSF rail to clear the rail
track. Security will also assist to escort emergency responders to the incident
immediately.
11. The Lead ERC will wait for the arrival of the emergency responders and assist them to address the situation. The Lead ERC will provide the emergency agencies both on land and water with pertaining information.
12. The Lead ERC will continue to control the scene and keep people at a safe distance, as per the ERP.
10.0 POWER OUTAGE FIRST RESPONSE
In the event of a power outage, the following steps should be taken:
1. Person(s) will inform the on-duty Superintendent (604-582-2224 or Local 224) or
the ERC of the situation. The ERC can be identified by calling Security at 604-
582-2213.
2. The on-duty Superintendent or the ERC will inform the Electrical Foreman (604-
582-2223) if the problem is site related.
3. The on-duty Superintendent or the ERC will contact Raj Uppal (778-838-7846) to
follow-up with BC Hydro (604) 597-8153 Power Outages and Emergencies,
Delta and Surrey, if it is not site related, and find out what the problem is and
how long the power will be out.
4. The Security Manager (Jonathan Unrau (778-838-7579) will be immediately
advised of any power outage in excess of 5 minutes of the occurrence. If the cause
for the power outage cannot be determined, or if the cause of the power outage is
determined to be the result of sabotage, mischief, or of any suspicious nature, the
Security Manager may increase the level of current level of security at the site
until such time as power is restored.
5. In the event the power outage is expected to last for more than 20 minutes,
Operations or the ERC shall immediately contact:
Cliff Chernoff, Senior Superintendent (778-838-7810)
Andrew Whiffen, Senior Superintendent (778-838-7547)
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Tim Kjellbotn, Senior Superintendent (778-838-7930)
6. In the event of a sustained power outage, the electrical shop will try to locate
portable generators. Work not requiring electricity can continue on site.
7. Contact the Computer Wardens to ensure that the computer system is protected
from damage or loss of data.
COMPUTER WARDENS CONTACT
Keith Leclerc
Matthew Pederson
Nazario Barriga
778-838-4040
778-838-6920
778-227-1606
11.0 MAJOR STORM FIRST RESPONSE
If a storm watch is issued by Environment Canada, Atmospheric Services Branch, the
following steps shall be taken:
1. Assign personnel to monitor weather conditions, listen for broadcast warnings
(Environment Canada Weather Forecast 604-664-9010), and report on threatening
conditions. In addition, monitor the wind meters located inside Shed 5 and the
Container Gate.
a. If the wind speeds reach certain speeds than follow FSD Policy #32-High
Wind Operating Procedure which outlines procedures to be performed for
various operations and maintenance work activities.
2. Secure the gantry cranes in position.
3. Close all shed and building doors and windows.
4. Secure cargo as appropriate, especially dangerous goods containers.
5. Provide shelter for all personnel in the main office building, if appropriate.
6. Turn off all non-essential utilities.
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12.0 EARTHQUAKE FIRST RESPONSE
Minor earthquakes hit BC fairly frequently, causing little or no damage, and requiring no
response efforts. However, a major quake will require inspection of the buildings and
machinery to ensure that they have not sustained damage and can be operated safely. A
major earthquake will be recognizable by significant, sustained shaking of the ground.
12.1 DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
In the event of an earthquake, the safest places are beneath sturdy furniture, beside a solid
inside wall, or inside an inner hallway.
General Cautions: 1. Do not use the telephones for personal communication. An overloaded telephone
system becomes worthless in a disaster.
2. Do not eat or drink from containers that were open during the quake, they may
contain shattered glass.
3. Before flushing toilets, check with the Fraser Surrey Docks Emergency Response
Team or management to see if sewer lines are intact.
4. Be prepared for aftershocks!
NOTE:
It is the responsibility of FSDERT to check all buildings and machinery for safety
prior to work recommencing on the FSD site.
STAY AWAY FROM:
Windows
Heavy objects that can fall from ceilings
Shelves and cupboards
Top heavy furniture
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12.2 FOLLOWING AN EARTHQUAKE General Employees
Assess the Situation: 1. Inspect your immediate area for hazards (fires, spills, hanging debris, etc.).
2. Do not use matches, lighters, electric switches or any source of ignition until you
are certain that there are no gas leaks.
3. Watch for downed power lines, check for broken utility lines.
4. Beware of possible hazards, such as broken glass or weakened walls.
Alert Security (604-582-2235 or Local 235) of any hazards:
1. Check for injuries. Do not move a seriously injured person unless he is in danger
of further injury.
2. If you detect an injury, fire or a chemical spill, initiate the appropriate emergency
procedures.
Attend to Machinery and Equipment:
1. Turn off all machinery and air supplies, and level all equipment as much as
possible, if it is safe to do so.
2. Only turn off the gas supply if a leak is suspected.
3. Check shelves, etc., for objects that could fall.
Report to your foreman or Warden.
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13.0 FLOODS
13.1 INTRODUCTION
Warm Pacific Ocean temperatures and weak El Niño-like conditions are expected to
persist into the spring. However NOAA is suggesting that the influence of El Niño
through the spring is likely to be small given the weak nature of the ocean warming
pattern. In the north Pacific, well above normal temperatures continue to persist, and are
likely to have a stronger influence on temperature patterns into the spring, particularly
along coastal sections of the province. Environment Canada is forecasting a high
likelihood of above normal temperatures over the March to May period across British
Columbia.
By early March, 80% of the annual BC snowpack has typically accumulated. At a basin-
wide scale, higher than normal snow packs in the Upper Fraser West basin indicate a
trend towards increased seasonal flood risk in the unregulated regions of the Nechako
basin this year. Similar smaller pockets of higher snow packs and potential increased
flood risk exist in west central BC (Houston, Burns Lake, Vanderhoof) and West
Chilcotin. Near-normal snow packs (90-110%) in the Upper Fraser East, Nechako, North
Thompson, South Thompson, Upper Columbia, Central Coast, Peace and Skeena-Nass
indicate normal seasonal flood risk.
Below normal snow packs (70%-90%) in the Middle Fraser, West Kootenay, East
Kootenay, Okanagan, Boundary, Similkameen, Stikine, Liard, and North-west indicate
below normal seasonal flood risk for these regions. Similarly, seasonal flood risk for the
entire Fraser River is below normal, with the observed 84% of normal snow basin index
being the 54th lowest year out of the past 63 years of snow observations, and the forecast
peak flow for the Fraser River at Hope, given normal seasonal weather, is estimated to be
7500-8500 m3/s, or slightly below mean annual flood level.
Flooding is always possible during the snowmelt freshet season, even in years with
normal or lower than normal snow packs. Given the snow conditions this year, extreme
weather, such as extreme precipitation or combined hot and wet weather, would be
required to produce flooding or higher than expected flows.
With the current seasonal weather outlook and snow pack conditions in south-west
British Columbia, it is unlikely that snow packs will recovery significantly. With
extremely low snow packs in the Lower Fraser, South Coast, Skagit and Vancouver
Island, runoff from snow melt will be limited. Low flows are expected to occur earlier
than normal this year, very low flows can be expected in the summer unless significant
rainfall occurs through the spring and summer. To a lesser extent, lower snow packs in
the East Kootenay, Boundary, Stikine and Northwest indicate an increased likelihood of
summer low flows in these regions. A summary of seasonal volume runoff forecasts for
select rivers in the province is below. Near normal runoff is forecast for most basins, with
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below normal runoff forecast for the Nicola (70-78% of normal) and Okanagan (85-86%
of normal) and Kalamalka-Wood inflows (59-
63% of normal).
The River Forecast Centre will continue to monitor snow pack conditions and will
provide updated seasonal flood risk and water supply forecasts in the April 1st 2015
bulletin, which is scheduled for release on April 8th.
BC River Forecast Centre-March 9, 2015
Source: BC Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources
(http://bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/bulletins/2015_Mar1.pdf)
The 1894 flood of record is estimated to have had a peak discharge of 17,000 m3/s Hope.
Based upon that flow rate, recent data from the Fraser River Flood model indicates that
water levels at FSD would be 3.6m GSC at the lower berths and 3.7m GSC at the upper
berths. Water level and velocity data can be viewed real time over the internet at
Environment Canada's Hydrometric Data website:
http://scitech.pyr.ec.gc.ca/waterweb/formnav.asp?lang=0
Surrey is protected from high water on the Fraser River by a network of Dykes built
alongside the banks of the river. These Dykes were built 18” higher than the freeboard
from the 1948 river levels. 1948 was the last year in which there was major flooding
along the Fraser River in the lower mainland.
The terminal at Fraser Surrey Docks was built after 1948 and was constructed with the
majority of the property being at or above the level of the Surrey Dyke network. Because
the terminal was constructed at the same level as the dyke network, flooding of terminal
property is unlikely.
The lowest elevation goods may be stored at is approximately 3.3m. Approximately 10%
of the surface area lies below the 3.8m mark, the 200 year flood level for the east, or
upriver end of the yard. Approximately 30% of the surface area lies below the 3.6m
mark, the 200 year flood level for the west, or downriver end of the yard. A very small
portion along Elevator Road (it is difficult to estimate, perhaps 2%) lies below the 3.2m
mark of the 150 year flood level.
Although flooding is unlikely to occur there is always a possibility. Yearly high water
levels on the Fraser River occur from May 15 – June 30 when there are several days with
a 15 foot tide. If the weather does not cooperate and we have 2 - 3 weeks of hot dry days
and warm nights, there is a better chance that flooding will occur between these dates.
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During a tidal surge the salt water coming up the river from the ocean creates a salt-water
wedge that drives under the fresh water flowing out of the river causing the level of the
river to rise. If there is a flood situation at Fraser Surrey Docks, only fresh water will
flow onto the terminal property as a result of tidal changes.
13.2 INDICATORS
There are three critical areas along the Fraser River where the height of the river and rates
of discharge are measured to forecast conditions downstream. These three locations in
order from East to West are:
1. South Fort George (Prince George) (latitude 53° 54' 04" N, longitude 122° 44' 00" W)
2. Hope (latitude 49° 22' 50" N, longitude 121° 27' 05" W)
3. Mission (latitude 49° 07' 39" N, longitude 122° 18' 08" W)
South Fort George is typically used to help determine what might occur 3 to 5 days later
down here in the lower Fraser River. Hope discharge rate is used by hydrographic
numerical models for forecasting water levels. Pilots use this information in their vessel
setups. Mission is usually used to determine flood management activity levels.
We will be monitoring the height of the river and rate of discharge at these three locations
on a daily basis to give ourselves advanced notice of possible high water at our location.
A three meter rise in the level of the water at the Mission gate will equal a one meter rise
in water levels at Fraser Surrey Docks.
The water levels at these three locations are being recorded daily and plotted on a graph.
Information on the water levels at these three locations for the last three years will be
entered as soon as the information can be located.
1999 was the largest snow pack on record. Peak discharge at Hope was 11,000 m3/s and
peak water level at Mission was 6.2m. Flood of record (200-year flood) requires a
discharge at Hope of 17,000 m3/s. Discharge during the freshet has met or exceeded
12,000 m3/s at Hope only on two (2) times since records began in 1912 (1948 & 1972).
Ninety-four years of data for Hope indicates that water level has reached 10,000 m3/s
approximately 20% of the years and 11,000 m3/s approximately 10% of the years. Water
level at Mission is typically around 6.0m when flow at Hope is 10,000m3/s, 6.5m when
flow is 11,000m3/s and 7.0m when flow at 12,000.
13.3 NAVIGATION
Historically, when water levels at the Mission Gate reach 20ft (6.25 m) navigation of the
River becomes more difficult due to the higher rate of discharge. When water levels
reach 23 feet (7.2 m) at the Mission Gate river travel is controlled to protect the dyke
network from the wakes of ships on the river.
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FSD has sent an email to FRPA notifying them of our concern. FRPA advises that
minimum wash requests and channel closures can be implemented if needed. Navigation
restrictions will only be imposed when absolutely necessary due to the impact this will
have on all stakeholders.
Water levels in the Lower Fraser River Downstream of Sumas Mountain are influenced
by both Tide and River Discharge. Water levels at Mission are influenced by tide except
during period of extreme flow. Water levels below Whonnock are tidal even during
periods of extreme flow.
13.4 EVACUATION NOTICES AND WARNINGS
In the event of a flood all inquiries from the Press are to be routed through Jeff Scott or
Jill Buchanan, the Public Information Coordinator(s) for Fraser Surrey Docks. In the time
being information available for release will be given to all staff members in order to
answer questions and concerns from our customers.
Current message is that “We continue to monitor water levels in the Fraser River on a
daily basis. We have an extensive flood response plan in place and we have begun
preparations for a flood if it were to occur”
Fraser Surrey Docks will receive 3 – 5 days’ notice of major flooding along the Fraser
River. In these days certain additional steps need to be taken to ensure that equipment and
cargo are protected from damage due to high water.
Notice will be given to the customer when the flood is considered to be “imminent”.
Notice has been reviewed with legal counsel and is attached to this master document.
Customers will be given an option to relocate cargo if desired.
Flooding is not a disaster that can be prevented but it is a disaster that can be predicted
with reasonable accuracy. The prediction of how high water levels will reach and when
gives us time to make the proper preparations.
In the event of a catastrophic flood, force majeure may be an action we have to pursue.
13.5 FLOOD MANAGEMENT PLAN
13.5.1 STRATEGY
We have 5 main strategies with respect to flood management:
1) Need to maintain access and egress to the terminal;
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2) Need to keep Timberland Road open at all times;
3) Need to be able to access the yard;
4) Need to be able to operate the terminal in some capacities; and,
5) Need to protect Sub 1 (Shed 2) and Sub 4
13.5.2 BERMS AND DIKES
To mitigate the risk to Fraser Surrey Docks we already have in place 750 empty
sandbags, 24 concrete blocks and poly for protecting buildings and equipment. We will
bring in sand to fill the sandbags and empty boxes for removing records.
The list of supplies and the associated action items are outlined in Table 1:
# ITEMS ACTION COMPLETION
DATE
1 Concrete
lock blocks
A quantity of 24 blocks have already been ordered
and delivered. If further blocks are required,
maintenance will temporary relocate ones used
throughout the yard
April 20th
2 Poly Will be utilized beneath and over the lock blocks to
help create a seamless dyke. On order
Expected to have on
site by May the 2nd.
3 Sand
Will be dumping 4 to 5 cubes in behind berth 10.
Laborers will be ordered to fill sand bags and place
on pallets. Currently the carpenter is filling sandbags
when he has a spare moment.
Expected to have on
site by May the 2nd.
4 Sand bags
There are approx. 750 smaller burlap sacks on hand.
Plastic liners will be ordered to augment sacks. More
sacks will be ordered.
Expected to have on
site by May the 2nd.
5 Sump pumps
Six small sump pumps will be purchased/rented.
These will be used in the cable trenches in high risk
substations and other buildings.
Expected to have on
site by May the 2nd.
6
Duct filler
and Denso
Tape
Play-doe type compound and oil based tape that will
be used to "seal" conduits in all high risk substations.
Expected to have on
site by May the 2nd.
7 Laborers Will be order once the sand and the sacks are on
hand.
8 Boots Will order 10 pairs of rubber boots to be stored at
Pacific Rim MP
9 Traffic
Pylons
Additional traffic pylons will be ordered from
Empire Signs IP
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The lists of action items for preparation are outlined in Table 2:
# Items Action Completion date
1 Sumps A work order has been put in place to complete a
pm on all on site sump pumps. I.e. Sub 6, 5A, 9
Expect to be
complete by the end
of April.
2 Holding
Tanks
Pump truck will be ordered to vacate the three
holding tanks on site; berth 10 washrooms, customs
and cashiers. The cashiers and the customs tanks
are located in the high-risk areas and will therefore
be refilled with brackish or potable water and the
washrooms locked out from use.
To be completed
several days prior to
high water. To be
monitored.
3 Port-a-potties
There is one port-a-potty located on the terminal;
one upriver of the Matson tower/lasher trailer. This
unit will be relocated to higher ground.
Expected to be
complete beginning
of May.
4 Temporary
dikes
Temporary dikes utilizing the lock blocks, poly and
sand bags will need to be constructed around high
risk substations, water side shed one office and
south east corner of shed two to titan's fence
Expected to be
complete beginning
of May.
5 AC units
Many AC units servicing buildings in high risk
areas are located at ground level. A work order has
been put in place to complete a pm on all AC units,
isolate, lock out and sand bag, and if possible rise
up.
Expected to be
complete beginning
of May and pending
flood action.
6
Temp power
supply Shed
five
In the event power to sub 4 is lost, have the option
to supply emergency power to shed 5 (server room)
via generator. Have initiated a full review of the
requirements. No physical infrastructure is in place
to accommodate a large (i.e. upwards of 100 kW)
gen packs. Requirements would include: Transfer
switch, plug adaptor, phase rectifier, amp and volt
monitors and meters.
In the interim, maintenance has one gas-powered
generator and one diesel powered welder. Both can
be used to supply power to individual servers
and/or workstations.
Expected to be
complete mid -May.
7 Transformers
There are numerous at grade transformers (i.e. main
security gate). The action plan would be to sand
bag all enclosures containing transformers, and shut
down and lock out.
Expected to be
complete beginning
of May and pending
flood action.
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The estimated areas in risk of high water are outlined in Table 3:
# Area Point of
Ingress
Level
of Risk Mitigating Actions
Estimated
water
level
based on
200 year
flood at
3.7m
1
Shed Four,
main gate,
main gate
security kiosk,
Main gate,
foreman's
lunchroom,
washrooms,
executive
offices, steel
cashiers office,
steel gate,
Alaska Way,
Parking lots,
rail, and
approximately
half of the
break bulk area.
1) Gunderson
Slough via
Alaska way.
2) Berth 2 18"
storm sewer
outlets.
3) Gunderson
slough 30"
storm sewer
outfall with
flapper valve.
High
One of two mitigating actions
will be carried out, both by the
City of Surrey. 1) A temporary
dam will be set up across
Robson road and rail. This will
achieve zero flood protection
for the area or 2) Alaska way
will be built up approx. 1m in
height to act as a dike. Also a
temporary dam will be in place
joining the retaining wall
behind shed four to the Alaska
way dike. This will close off
the main gate, steel gate and
rail. This will minimize the
volume of water in the area, as
it will only close off the path of
water from Gunderson Slough.
FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Expect
levels in
low lying
areas of up
500mm
2
Sub 3 –
services shed 4,
executive
building,
Foreman's
lunchroom,
washrooms,
both Cashier's
office, Steel
and main gate,
Security kiosk,
low mast lights
1) Gunderson
Slough via
Alaska way.
2) Berth 2 18"
storm sewer
outlets.
3) Gunderson
Slough 30"
outfall with
flapper valve.
High
Door and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Expect
levels in
low lying
areas of up
500mm
3 Rail behind
Shed 2
1) Gunderson
Slough via
Alaska way.
2) Berth 2 18"
storm sewer
outlets.
High
None, although if action plan
#2 from above is put in place,
the volume of water will be
reduced.
Expect
levels of
up 500mm
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4
Berths 2,3 and
4
Berths 2, 3 and
4, and
predominately
from wave
action.
Med to
High None.
Expect
levels of
up 300mm
5 Shed 1 first
floor
Berths 2, 3 and
4, and
predominately
from wave
action.
Med
A temporary dike utilizing the
lock blocks, poly and sand bags
will be constructed around the
water-side shed one protecting
the first aid and main door.
Sub 0 door will be sand bagged
and conduits filled with duct
filler.
Expect
levels of
up 100mm
6
BB area and
rail between
Shed 1, Shed 2
and Titan
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4, wave
action, and
2) 24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
High
None. However, a temporary
dike utilizing the lock blocks,
poly and sand bags will be
constructed from the south east
corner of shed two (transformer
compound), across the rail to
titan's fence. This will avoid
water from this area flowing
towards the container yard,
shed 5 and Cafeteria area.
Expect
levels of
up 500mm
7 Shed 2
1) Berths 2, 3,
4 and 5
2) wave action
3) 24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5 and 8"
storm sewers
under berths 7,
8 and 9.
Low None
Not
expected to
flood.
8 Shed 5
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4, wave
action, and 2)
24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
Low
A temporary dike utilizing the
lock blocks, poly and sand bags
will be constructed from the
south east corner of shed two
(transformer compound),
across the rail to titan's fence.
This will avoid water from this
area flowing towards the
container yard, shed 5 and
Cafeteria area.
Not
expected to
flood.
9 Cafeteria and
training trailer
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4
2) Wave
action, and 3)
24" storm
Low
A temporary dike utilizing the
lock blocks, poly and sand bags
will be constructed from the
south east corner of shed two
(transformer compound),
Negligible
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sewer off of
berth 5.
4) Possibly
some volume
from Robson
road as well
across the rail to titan's fence.
This will avoid water from this
area flowing towards the
container yard, shed 5 and
Cafeteria area.
10
Sub Station 4 –
services Shed 5,
training trailer,
Cafeteria,
Garage,
Container gate.
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4
2) Wave
action, and 3)
24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
4) Possibly
some volume
from Robson
road as well
Med
Same mitigating action as
items 8 and 9. As well, door
and any other potential areas of
ingress will be sandbagged.
Conduits will be stuffed with
filler and sump pump will be
located within.
Expect
cable trays
to fill up.
11 Fuel tanks
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4
2) Wave
action, and 3)
24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
4) Possibly
some volume
from Robson
road as well
Med
Same mitigating action as
items 8 and 9. Also lids and
access hatches will be resealed.
Expect
levels of
up 100mm
12
Garage and
back parking
area
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4
2) Wave
action, and 3)
24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
4) Possibly
some volume
from Robson
road as well
Medium Same mitigating action as
items 8 and 9. Negligible
13 Container gate
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4
2) Wave
action, and 3)
24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
4) Possibly
Low None
Not
expected to
flood.
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some volume
from Robson
road as well
14
Sub Station 1 –
services sub 2,
3, 4 and 5.
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4
2) Wave
action, and 3)
24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
Low
Doors and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
Not
expected to
flood.
15
Substation 2 –
services cranes
2 and 3 and sub
6.
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
Low
Doors and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
Not
expected to
flood.
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Sub Station 1
transformer
compound –
main 12kV feed
to sub 1
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4
2) Wave
action, and 3)
24" storm
sewer off of
berth 5.
Medium
Currently protected by a curb
and concrete blocks.
Protection will be enhanced
with sandbags.
Expect
levels of
up 200mm
17 Container yard
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
4) Possibly
some volume
Low FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Expect
varying
non-
hazardous
levels in
low lying
areas
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from Robson
Road as well.
18 Shed 6 and
Customs
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
Low FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Expect
none to
varying
non-
hazardous
levels in
low lying
areas
19 Berths 7,8, 9
and 10
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
Low FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Expect to
varying
non-
hazardous
water
levels in
low lying
areas,
particularly
directly
behind the
berths near
the rail.
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Sub 6 –
services berth
face utilities,
High Mast
lights and
Matson Tower
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
Low
FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Doors and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
Expect
basement
of sub to
flood.
21 Sub 5A mid
Container yard.
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
Low
FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Doors and any other potential
Expect
basement
of sub to
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water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
flood.
22 Area 10
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
4) Possibly
some volume
from
Timberland
Road as well.
Medium
to High
The City of Surrey is proposing
to heighten the existing dyke
running along the perimeter
from sub 10 to berth 10. The
larger problem is that drainage
in this area is very poor, and if
filled either by flood water or
rain water, it will take a longer
period of time to drain.
Expect
levels of
up 400mm
23 Timberland
road
1) Manson
Canal, 2)
Sylvan
3) Dock Road
4) Area 10
Medium
The City of Surrey will attempt
to keep this road free of flood
water as much as possible.
However if Manson Canal
floods, the road and adjoining
low lying area will be flooded.
Expect
levels of
up 400mm
if flooded.
24 Robson Road
1) Manson
Canal, 2)
Sylvan
3) Dock Road,
and 4)
Gunderson
Slough
High
The City of Surrey will attempt
to keep flooding on this road to
a minimum. However it will
be very difficult to retain all
waters flowing from
Gunderson slough, Kendale
and Armstrong creek.
Expect
levels of
up 500mm
if flooded.
25
Sub 10 –
services gantry
cranes 4 and 5
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
Low
Doors and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
Expect
cable tray
to fill up.
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3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
4) Possibly
some volume
from
Timberland
Road as well.
pump will be located within.
26
Sub 5 –
services three
banks of reefers
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
4) Possibly
some volume
from Robson
Road as well.
Low
FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Doors and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
Not
expected to
flood
27 Sub 7 – Reefer
sub
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
storm sewers
(with flapper
valves); one
located at the
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
Low
FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Doors and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
Expect
cable tray
to fill up.
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4) Possibly
some volume
from Robson
Road as well.
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Sub 8 –
services shed 6
and customs
1) Manson
Canal,
2) Sylvan
3) Dock Road,
and
4) Area 10
Low
FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Doors and any other potential
areas of ingress will be
sandbagged. Conduits will be
stuffed with filler and sump
pump will be located within.
Expect
none to
varying
non-
hazardous
levels in
low lying
areas
Resealing of Fuel Tanks – Will contract out to Western Oil Supply. Will recheck seals.
Will keep tanks full to stop any buoyancy.
FRPA has ordered “flapper valves” for the drain basins. They are on order and probably
will not be installed until next fall.
We will also have to identify all the man hole covers and mark accordingly as they could
be a safety risk if pressurized.
We’ll notify the cafeteria of potential risk for their operations.
13.5.3 WATER
The city may shut off the water main if the water levels come up to flood levels. The pipe
runs underground and is equipped with flapper valves and is back flow protected so this
may not be necessary. Regardless, we should ensure we have extra bottles of Canadian
Springs on site.
13.5.4 POWER
The most important business need is electricity. There are 3 main 12 kva feeds coming
into the facility. They all run overhead outside the facility but convert to underground just
outside. It is unlikely that BC Hydro will shut off the power grid; however they may have
concerns with the underground connections in the event of flooding. We may also need to
assess the situation and determine whether there is a risk off short-circuiting. In the
meantime we will identify areas that need to be shut down and protect electrical
components where required.
As a result, we are exposed to the risk of losing power to our telephone communications
system and computer network at the FSD site. Our telephone system can operate without
power for up to one half hour on back-up power, but will not function beyond that period
of time. In order for the phones to be successfully forwarded to the emergency office
center, emergency power from a generator is required. A small 120v generator is
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available and can be installed that will supply sufficient power to the telephone system,
network server, workstations and building lights (FSD Shed One). This will ensure that
we will not lose our communications system or computer network.
The IT Department will be identifying the specific power requirements for minimal
operations.
See above table 2. We also have a gas powered generator and a diesel powered welding
machine. Both can be used to provide individual servers and/or work stations directly
with power.
We have assessed the use of a reefer generator set as alternate power but it is not a quick
fix. Reefers run at 480 and the main feed coming out of sub 4 feeding shed five is at 600.
Also, we have no infrastructure in place to plug in a reefer generator set in to our existing
grid and use as an alternate power source. This involves the physical male connector,
transfer switch, phase rectifier; step up transformer, and corresponding switchgear. We
are working on getting a scope of this work, but chances are it will only be ready for next
year's freshet!
Marine Tech has some additional generators we could use. In addition we do have the
welding units as well.
13.5.5 SUBSTATIONS
There are a minimum five electrical substations located around the dock that need to be
identified and protected against rising water levels. If possible transformers should be
removed from electrical pits in order to protect them from water damage.
13.5.6 ROADWAYS
All storm sewer drains should be identified with big red pylons so that when waters
recede, the drains can be cleared to speed up the clean-up process. Identify plate and
other cargo that is at risk of not being seen under water.
A memo for the speed of vehicles during flood conditions has been drafted and will be
distributed if required.
13.5.7 DOCK EQUIPMENT
Mobile equipment including trucks, forklifts, front end loaders, sweepers etc. need to be
moved to high ground to protect internal combustion engines from water damage. Dock
equipment is currently stored all over the site.
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Gates will be responsible for relocating RWF equipment and dock trucks. Operations will
be responsible for relocating unassigned dock trucks. Maintenance will be responsible for
relocating all others.
Dock trucks to be place on loading ramp or in Shed 2. Equipment moved to higher
ground by Shed 2 or Yard Area 7/8.
Mechanics tool boxes will be placed on blocks. PRS locker gear will be placed on pallets.
They will concentrate on the gear in Shed 4.
13.5.8 DOCK GANTRY CRANES
If BC Hydro advises that they are shutting down the power grid the dock gantry cranes
should be secured and/or pinned down in their center position, and bolted together. Spare
parts for the cranes including circuit breakers and electronics should be removed from the
danger area.
13.5.9 PHONE SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATION
Communications will be affected if there is a flood because our phone system must have
power in order to operate. Cellular phone networks should still work, so our customers
will be able to keep in touch with us. The VP of Marketing and Customer Service has
downloaded all the customer’s email addresses into their lap top so that a message can be
sent in the event of flooding. Customers will be provided with a contact list and
appropriate cell numbers.
We will need some additional cells for Customer Service.
There are essentially 2 pieces of communication that may have to go out to customers if a
flood does in fact occur.
The first is a customer notice that would be sent out approximately 5 days ahead of time
with the following objectives in mind:
a) To state clearly what FSD will and will not do;
b) To characterize the plan so as to demonstrate that FSD has met its legal
obligation to take what steps it reasonably could; and,
c) To invite customers to decide for themselves what other steps they may
wish to be taken beyond that - so at to defer directly to the customers any
economic choice about what to do with the cargo.
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The second communication would be a "Force Majeure" clause in the event we would
have to issue one. 13.5.10 COMPUTER SYSTEM
Our fiber optic computer network is not expected to sustain any damage in the event of a
flood, but precautions will be taken to raise the connection points in the lumber and
container gates to above expected water levels.
Priority for the systems is as follows:
o Terminal Operating System
o Email
o Web Site
o Other
13.5.11 SECURITY SYSTEM
We will lose all of the power and connections for security and the system will lock down.
Turnstiles will move freely and should be pad locked when not in use or required. Guards
will be positioned at all access or egress pints being used. Gates will be cranked up to
allow for access and manned with guards.
13.5.12 OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND SPACE
All computers, photocopiers, telephones and if possible furniture need to be moved to
high ground or a secondary operations center. If required on dock staff can be relocated
to Shed 5 or Shed 1 and operations will become mobile as required. Staff to be relocated
will be Executive and Steel Cashier Personnel. Staff will be responsible for organizing
their own workstations and making a checklist of materials and supplies they need.
The remaining staff members will come to the terminal or stay home at the instruction of
the Operations Manager.
A temporary parking lot will be created in the Cul De Sac off Timberland Road. Workers
can be shuttled back and forth to the work place as required. The gravel area within IDC
could also be considered if required. Workers would be shuttled back and forth to the
parking lot as required.
The Breakbulk gate will be relocated temporarily to the Container Out-Gate Trailer.
Traffic will be rerouted along Robson Road. In the event that Robson Road becomes
flooded traffic will be rerouted the cul de sac or through the back gate.
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We will talk to a furniture moving company to be on stand-by to dismantle and relocate
desks and stations as required.
13.5.13 RECORDS
All records currently stored in the danger areas should be removed at the first warning
signs of high water and taken to high ground or secondary operations area. This will
require a large supply of boxes on hand.
13.5.14 CARGO
Weather sensitive steel products
Products such as galvanized coils should be trucked off dock, if released by customs. For
the next month we are going to keep coil out of Shed 4.
Hazardous Goods
At the first warning of a possible flood a “Hazardous Containers on Dock Report” should
be done twice daily to identify the hazardous containers currently in storage. No further
hazardous containers should be accepted at the gate. Hazardous containers currently on
dock should be shipped out by truck immediately, or placed on top of empty containers.
Other Cargo
Other cargo including lumber and steel products that are not as susceptible to water
damage should be moved off dock only at the discretion of the customer.
13.5.15 STORES
There are two main storage areas on the dock for spare parts, tools and manuals. The first
floor of the maintenance department and the electrical department are used for inventory
storage. All necessary supplies and equipment should be moved from these areas to a
safe location if the threat of a flood becomes obvious.
13.5.16 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
At the first warning of an impending flood all hazardous containers need to be moved, in-
ground fuel tanks need to be filled, sewage tanks emptied and refilled with water, and
other hazardous materials need to be identified and removed from the site. Storage of
these materials is available at the Maintenance Department and will be stored above
ground.
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13.5.17 OPERATIONS PLAN
We need to be able to handle and move cargo as long as possible. Specific plans to ensure
we maintain operations are as follows:
Relocate temporarily the Breakbulk gate to the Container Out-Gate Trailer. Manual back
up records will have to be created for container operations.
14.0 VOLCANIC ASH FALL-OUT FIRST RESPONSE
It is expected that ample warning will be given to FSD by local authorities if there is a
threat of a major ash-fall from a volcanic eruption. Upon warning of an imminent ash
fall, FSDERT shall ensure that the following tasks are conducted:
14.1 PREPARE OPERATING MACHINERY
1. Shut down all non-essential mechanical and electrical equipment as soon as ash becomes evident.
2. Fit transformer vault air-intakes with filters, reduce electrical load to a minimum, and monitor temperatures to ensure safe, continuous operation.
3. Check operating equipment at frequent intervals for overheating.
4. If it is necessary to operate internal combustion vehicles:
a. Maintain speeds below 30 km/h
b. Check air filters frequently; clean them at least every 10 hours of
operation, replace them after 20 hours of operation, and change the oil filter bath every 30 hours.
c. Do not use the windshield wipers or washer. d. Do not flush radiators with water – blow them out with compressed air. e. Rinse off battery with water and blow dry if dust build-up causes it to
short out.
5. Do not start up ventilation and air-handling equipment until the settled ash has been thoroughly removed and air filters checked.
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14.2 PREPARE BUILDINGS AND PERSONNEL
1. Have employees remain indoors if possible - persons with chronic respiratory illness should avoid exposure to the ash.
2. Keep doors and windows closed and turn off fans and air conditioning.
3. Tune in to a local radio station to await further instructions.
4. Do not allow personnel to call family and friends, as this might tie up telephone lines required for an emergency.
5. Issue breathing masks to those personnel required to work outside.
6. Close and seal cargo shed doors.
14.3 DISPOSAL AND CLEAN-UP
1. Dispose of dust by spreading it on grassy areas or flower beds – do not dispose of ash by flushing it down storm sewers.
2. Do not use water or attempt to dry brush the ash off roofs, because these methods will clog drainpipes – instead, apply a mixture of wetted sawdust over the volcanic ash and carefully sweep and scoop this up.
3. Volcanic ash may be disposed of in landfills, if required.
15.0 MARSEC LEVEL CHANGES
The Fraser Surrey Docks normal security level operation occurs at a Marsec 1. However,
the Federal Government, through Transport Canada, may direct Fraser Surrey Docks to
increase its security level, based on information of perceived or real threats. Threats that
result in an increase in Marsec (Marine Security) can be localized to our facility, the
region, or to the entire country. Furthermore, once a MARSEC change has been directed,
only Transport Canada may lower the level of security. Fraser Surrey Docks will remain
at the prescribed Marsec level until instructed to change.
Increases in Security from MARSEC 1 to MARSEC 2 will include (but not limited to)
the following:
increased security patrols by guards throughout the facility
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increased spot checks of vehicles accessing egressing the facility
movement of trash containers from perimeter fence lines/access points
all mail closely examined
inspection of all buildings
all ship gangways attended by security
Increases in Security from MARSEC 2 to MARSEC 3 will include (but not limited to)
the following:
further increases in security patrols by guards throughout the facility
restriction of non-essential vehicles onto the site
movement of trash containers from perimeter fence lines/access points
all mail closely examined, packages not expected will be refused
inspection, including closure of all buildings
restriction of all ship's crew onto facility
restricted access of all non-essential persons onto to the site
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APPENDIX I
-SITE SAFETY MAP-
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APPENDIX II
-ROLL CALL FORMS-
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT: Fire Emergency Response Drill
Roll Call Performed by: Raj UPPAL
1 PP#
2 PP# 44190
3 PP# 72667
4 PP# 16837
5 PP#
6 PP#
7 PP# 16837
8 PP#
9 PP#
8 PP# 45569
9 PP# 29006
10 PP# 28193
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP#
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
Maintenance Department-Crane Shop:
Heavy Duty Mechanics
Maintenance Department-Crane Shop:
Electricians
PRESENT
(√)
Bruce IVERSON
Fox HEIDE
Marcel BELANGER
Gursharan DEOL
Miki Vujicic
Greg TURNBALL
Jordan REIHER
ABSENT
(X)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
Munesh SAINI
Paul WETTLAUFER
Jesse JOHNSON
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
Fraser Surrey Docks Shed 5 - Ground Floor: Employee Roll Call
Satnam RANA
Glen DODUCK
Paul WETTLAUFER
Chamaur GILL
Clement KWONG
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT: Fire Emergency Response Drill
Roll Call Performed by VIPS : (Print name)
1 PP#
2 PP# 78305
3 PP# 78320
4 PP#
5 PP#
6 PP# 77259
7 PP# 78323
8 PP# 34588
9 PP# 61289
10 PP# 9347
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP# 77256
14 PP# 5573
15 PP# 71173
16 PP# 34643
17 PP# 48648
18 PP# 78319
19 PP#
20 PP# 78322
21 PP# 68116
22 PP#
23 PP#
24 PP#
25 PP# 35099
26 PP# 78288
27 PP# 78296
28 PP# 12286
29 PP# 2895
30 PP# 57273
Haley CROWE
Jaimie KATZ
ABSENT
(X)
Tracy STRAND
ABSENT
(X)
Jonathan UNRAU
Mark QUON
Wayne HONEYMAN
Health & Safety Department:
Management
PRESENT
(√)
PRESENT
(√)
PRESENT
(√)
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
Paul BOUCHARD
Maintenance Department:
Foremen
ABSENT
(X)
IT Department: PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
David MARTIN
Matthew PEDERSEN
Manraj (Raj) UPPAL
Lindsey THORLEY
Patrick KEOGH
Mike CRAVAGNA
Patrick JULIEN
Jerry JENNINGS
Andrew WHIFFEN
Craig WILSON
Richard HOATH
Robert MEIER
Maintenance Department:
Management
Ralph RODRIGUEZ
Tim KJELLBOTN
Chris ARMER
Steve ARMSTRONG
Cliff CHERNOFF
Ahmad NASSERJAH
Keith LECLERC
Nazario BARRIGA
Jurgen FRANKE
Jarrett LONG
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Troy WINGERAK
Operations Department: COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
Fraser Surrey Docks Shed 5 - Level 2: Employee Roll Call
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
Roll Call Performed by: Brent Sellers/Jack Miller
1 PP#
2 PP#
3 PP#
4 PP#
5 PP#
6 PP#
7 PP#
8 PP#
9 PP#
10 PP#
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP#
14 PP#
Diesel Shop-HD MechanicsPRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
COMMENTSABSENT
(X)
PRESENT
(√)
Maintenance Department:
Foremen
Jon LESLIE
Darrin OTSIG
James SHARMA
John FORSBERG
Tom MEREDITH
Lorenz BRUGGER
Robert LEE
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Brent SELLERS
Jack MILLER
Ted KORMOSI
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
Fraser Surrey Docks Diesel Shop: Employee Roll Call
Dean CUSICK
Clint HOLOWATY
Chad HOMEWOOD
Gordon MAVOR
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
Roll Call Performed by: Alisa Sahbaz
1 PP# 77264
2 PP# 78256
4 PP# 77267
5 PP# 19210
6 PP# 71173
7 PP#
8 PP#
9 PP#
10 PP#
8 PP# 77259
9 PP#
10 PP#
11 PP#
12 PP#
Fraser Surrey Docks Shed 1: Employee Roll Call
Level 3PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Jeff SCOTT
Leonard COX
Bill WEHNERT
Level 2PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Alisa SAHBAZ
Darlene LYNCH
Trish FACTOR
Jurgen FRANKE
Andre EKKART
Debbie EINERSON
Additional Workers:
(Contractors, etc.)
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Nelly FRANCOIS
Maria NOORT
David MARTIN
Return To Health & Safety Department Upon Completion
Jill BUCHANAN
Ed WONG
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT: Fire Emergency Response Drill
Roll Call Performed by: Brady Erno
1 PP#
2 PP#
3 PP#
4 PP#
5 PP#
6 PP#
7 PP#
8 PP# 78320
9 PP#
10 PP#
11 PP#
12 PP#
13 PP#
14 PP#
15 PP#
16 PP#
17 PP#
18 PP#
19 PP#
20 PP#
21 PP#
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Accounting Trailer:
Management
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Frances HARASEMCHUK
Michelle STEELE
Jennifer NISHI
Anton BONEV
Accounting Trailer:
Workers
Customer Service Trailer:
Workers
PRESENT
(√)
ABSENT
(X)COMMENTS
Diane MCLEOD
Amber HUTT
Heidi KIMMERLY
Stephanie HENDERSON
Kimberly COWTON
Janet KLEIN
Linda LAHAY
Return To H+A1:Q41ealth & Safety Department Upon Completion
Fraser Surrey Docks Accounting & Customer Service Trailer:
Employee Roll Call
Charmagne MUNOZ
Manjit GILL
Mike MCLEOD
Brady ERNO
Roxanne FELTON
Barb MARTIN
Jennifer SINCLAIR
Mary ZHAO
Kelly ISLEY
Krista SAHLY
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APPENDIX III
-VARIOUS ERP FORMS-
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11060 Elevator Road
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7
Phone 604-581-2233, Fax 604-581-6488
Emergency
Information Form Date: Time:
Description of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Location of Emergency:
Status of Response:
Immediate Concerns, Implications or Instructions:
Prepared by: Position:
Telephone:
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Emergency Plan Activation Time
Call First Aid, if required
Call 911, if required
Contact Operations (Locals 231 or Security 604-582-2213)
Name of Person Contacted:
Contact On-duty ERC (Identified through Security 604-582-2213)
Name of On-duty ERC:
Contact BNSF to clear the rail track. Security will also assist to
escort emergency responders to the incident immediately.
Radio to retrieve Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV)
Contact Health and Safety Manager
Jonathan Unrau 778-838-7579 Local: 243
Mobile Security takes ERV to emergency.
Establish perimeter control.
When an ERC arrives, take alternate transportation back to gate and
escort ESAs to the emergency.
Emergency Response Agencies escorted to the Emergency Scene
Organization Equipment Escorted By In Out
Special Instructions Time
Front Gate Closed -- Ordered By:
Rear Gate Closed -- Ordered By:
Media Allowed In -- Authorized By Jeff Scott/Jill Buchanan
Organization Name Escorted To Escorted By In Out
Additional Security -- Authorized By:
Number of Officers Ordered:
Time Required:
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIVITIES TIME
Proceed to Emergency Scene if safe to do so, and do a scene survey
Establish Perimeter Control
Remove injured persons from the danger area, if it is safe to do so.
Do not attempt to move anyone with suspected head, neck, or spinal injuries.
Coordinate evacuation of buildings, areas or vessels as necessary
Contact wardens and direct them to appropriate marshalling area:
Shed 5 - Second Floor Security (604-582-2213 OR 235)
Shed 5 - Crane Shop Raj Uppal (778-838-7846 OR 271) (Ground Floor)
Diesel Shop Jack Miller (778-838-7945) Brent Sellers (778-838-7910)
Shed 1 Alisa Sahbaz (604-345-5449)
Accounting/Customer Brady Erno (778-838-5719 OR 268) Service Trailer
Contact Computer Wardens:
Shed 5 – Second Floor Keith Leclerc (778-838-4040) Matthew Pederson (778-838-6920) Nazario Barriga (778-227-1606)
Contact Health & Safety Department if appropriate:
Jonathan Unrau (778-838-2243) Mark Quon (778-838-8402)
Contact PIC and pass on critical information (Update PIC regularly):
(778-838-8471 OR 230) Jill Buchanan (778-772-8025 OR 244)
If emergency is on the water, contact:
Port Metro Vancouver Name: 604-665-9086
Transport Canada Ship Safety Name: 604-666-6011
If ships are involved or threatened, contact Vessel and Ship's Agent:
Vessel Name Berth Captain or Mate Ship's Agent
Contact neighbouring companies if assistance is required or their sites are threatened (Numbers located in Agency Telephone List section)
Begin First Response as outlined in the ERP document:
Fire and Explosion Page-35 Power Outage Page-72
Chemicals & Dangerous Goods Spill
Page-46 Major Storm Page-73
Collision Page-60 Earthquake Page-74
Toxic Gas Page-60 Floods Page-76
Bomb or Sabotage Threat Page-64 Volcanic Ash Fall-Out Page-94
Water Rescue Page-70
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COMMUNICATION ACTIVITIES TIME
Contact Executive Assistant – Alisa Sahbaz (604-345-5449) and inform them of
the situation.
Contact PMV (604-524-6655) or Nightline (604-524-6656) if emergency is
major or if it threatens FRHC property.
Primary Responder as per on call list
Public Affairs – John Parker Jervis (604) 665-9267
Contact City Hall/Mayor if emergency threatens local population
Surrey City Hall: 604-591-4011
Delta Municipal Hall: 604-946-4141
Contact Customer Service to inform customers or suppliers:
Brady Erno Local 268 Cell: 778-838-5719
Contact Labour Canada (604-666-2205 - Emergencies) if Longshoremen are
injured or evacuation is required.
Contact ILWU if Longshoremen are involved or if emergency is major.
Local 502: 604-580-8882
Local 514: 604-298-9684
Contact PIC Jeff Scott and inform him of the situation
778-838-8471 (Cellular)
Contact PIC-Jill Buchanan and inform her of the situation
778-772-8025 (Cellular)
Contact Media if appropriate or if it is necessary to inform public
*Always return calls to media and advise when emergency has been resolved. Phone Fax Assigned Reporter
Broadcast News Wire
Service
604-687-2464
604-687-1662
604-687-5040
604-687-5040
Radio Media
Print Media
Radio CKNW
CBC 604-524-2566
604-662-6900
604-331-2787
604-662-6913
TV BCTV
Global
CBC
604-421-9494
604-876-1354
604-662-6801
604-421-9466
604-874-5206
604-662-6878
Print Sun
Province
Leader
Optimist
Now
604-605-2180
604-605-2063
604-588-4313
604-946-4451
604-572-0064
604-605-2323
604-605-2720
604-588-1863
604-946-5680
604-572-6438
Other
Contact BCMEA if emergency is major
(604-688-1155 or Nights 604-685-3910)
Proceed to Emergency Scene if it is safe to do so
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11060 Elevator Road
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7
Phone 604-581-2233
Fax 604-581-6488
PRESS RELEASE FORM
Date:
Time:
Description of Emergency:
Location of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Agencies Responding:
Environment Canada Port Metro Vancouver
Status of Response:
Any Immediate Concerns:
Future Actions:
Release prepared by: Signature:
Position: Contact Number:
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11060 Elevator Road
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7
Phone 604-581-2233
Fax 604-581-6488
CUSTOMER & SUPPLIER
BULLETIN
Date:
Time:
Description of Type and Extent of Emergency:
Status of Response:
Implications for our Customers & Suppliers:
Special Requests:
Information Prepared by:
Position:
Contact Number:
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CHEMICAL / DANGEROUS GOODS EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATEMENT
-to be completed by the ERC- Date:___________________ Time:___________ Exact Location:_____________________
Person Discovering Problem or Receiving Information:_____________________________________
Chemical or Dangerous Goods Container Number (if any):___________________________________
UN #
CLASS
SHIPPING NAME
PACKING
GROUP
TOTAL
WEIGHT
Detailed Description (Fire, Explosion, Spill, etc.): _________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Potential Hazards: ___________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Response Actions Taken to Stop, Contain, or Minimize Effects of Spill:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Safety Barrier Erected: __________ metres
Material Safety Data Sheet Copied and Distributed: YES NO
Evacuation Initiated: YES NO Time: _________ Distance: _________ metres
Call Out Procedures: Emergency Response Coordinator (604-582-2224) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Health and Safety Manager (778-838-7579) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Surrey Fire Department (604-543-6700) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Surrey R.C.M.P (604-599-0502) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
I.L.W.U 502 Business Agent (604-580-8882) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
I.L.W.U 514 Union Representative (604-254-8141) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Shipper/Owner of Cargo ( ) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Is the spill a reportable quantity? (See Reportable Quantities in this section): YES NO
If YES, report incident to the Provincial Emergency Program (1-800-663-3456)
Time: _________
If the Spill is to Water or a Vessel is Alongside Call Out Procedure: Chief Mate or Captain of the Vessel ( ) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Port Metro Vancouver (604-665-9086) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Coast Guard Ship Safety (604-666-6011) Name: ___________ Time: ___________
Note: Foremen are to inform workers of the hazard, restricted area, and emergency response actions
being initiated. A copy of this document will be provided for the vessel's security log.
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BOMB AND SABOTAGE THREAT REPORT FORM
Time: _______ Date: _________ Number at which: __________________ call is received Questions to Ask:
1. When is the bomb going to explode?
2. Where is it right now?
3. What does it look like?
4. What kind of bomb is it?
5. What will cause it to explode?
6. Did you place the bomb?
7. Why?
8. What is your address?
9. What is your name? Exact wording of the threat:
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Sex: ____________ Age: ____________ Accent: _______________ Caller's Voice (check all that apply):
Emotion: Calm Excited Angry Crying Laughing
Volume: Soft Normal Loud
Speed: Slow Normal Rapid
Tone: Deep Normal High Nasal
Breathing: Deep Normal Shallow Heavy
Impediments: Lisp Stutter Slurred Raspy Cough
Language: Foul Educated Ragged Irrational Incoherent
Message: Taped Read by threat maker
Familiarity: Unfamiliar Disguised Familiar: ______________________
Other: ____________________________________________________________ Background Noises (check all that apply):
Clear Static Local Cellular Long Distance
Music Voices Animals Motor PA System
Street Factory Office House Booth
Other: __________________________________________________________________
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APPENDIX IV
-ERP AUDIT HISTORY-
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ERP AUDIT HISTORY:
AUGUST 2014
Contact Health and Safety Manager changed…………………….……..…………Page 11
Bob Erickson and Ian Patterson Ext #’s……………………………………………Page 12
Maintenance evacuation coordinator- Raj Uppal……………..……………………Page 12
Contact Health and Safety Manager……………………………………………….Page 12
Wardens: all updated……………………………………………..………………..Page 13
FRPA change to PMV…………...…………………………………………………Page 14
Public Affairs PMV changed………………………………………………………Page 14
Customer Service changed…………………………………………………….…...Page 14
Take out Ian Patterson……………………………………………………….……..Page 15
BC Environment- Environment Canada…………………………..……………….Page 17
Fraser River Harbor Commission removed……………………………………......Page 17
BNSF number………………………………….………………………….………..Page 19
Burlington Northern- BNSF……………..…………………………………………Page 22
Fraser River Port Authority- PMV…………………………...…………………….Page 23
Fraser River Port Authority- PMV………………………...……………………….Page 24
Health and Safety Manager phone #.........................................................................Page 26
I.L.W.U. 514 phone #................................................................................................Page 26
Fraser River Port Authority- PMV…….…………………………..……………….Page 26
Burlington North- BNSF…………………………………………………….……..Page 27
Fraser River Port Authority- PMV…………………………………….……….…..Page 28
Burrard Clean Operations phone #............................................................................Page 29
Burlington North- BNSF……………………………...…………………….……...Page 32
Fraser River Port Authority- PMV………….………………………………….…..Page 32
Burlington North- BNSF……………………………...…………………..…….….Page 35
Air Liquide phone #..................................................................................................Page 35
Fraser Harbour Commission- PMV X3………………………..……………..……Page 39
Fraser River Port Authority- PMV…………………………………………..……..Page 40
Ian Patterson and Cliff Chernoff contacts………………………………….…..…..Page 41
Fisheries and Oceans Emergency phone #................................................................Page 65
Radiation Protection Service taken out……………………………….……………Page 65
I.L.W.U. 514 phone #................................................................................................Page 66
Burrard Clean Operations emergency #....................................................................Page 67
AUGUST 2015
Updates were made throughout the entire document including inserting a title page, page
numbers, maps, formatting, including procedure details and updating contact information.
APPENDIX B Emergency Contact List
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX B Hemmera Basic Spill Kit Requirements - 1 - February 2018
APPENDIX B – EMERGENCY CONTACT LIST (TO BE UPDATED PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION)
Project: BHP Potash Export Facility
Location: 11060 Elevator Road, Surrey, BC
Hospital: Surrey Memorial Hospital 13750 96 Ave, Surrey, BC Non-emergency: 604.588.3381
Ambulance: 911 Non-emergency: 604.660.6897
Police (RCMP, Surrey Detachment): 911 Non-emergency: 604.599.0502
Fire: 911 Non-emergency: 604.542.6700
VFPA Operations Centre: 604.665.9086
Local Authorities (Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre/MOE): 1.800.663.3456
Canadian Coast Guard Spill Reporting: 1.800.889.8852
Fisheries and Oceans Canada Radio Room 604.666.3500
WorkSafeBC: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm: 604.276.3100 or 1.888.621.7233 After hours: 1.866.922.4357
Emergency Water Problems – City of Surrey:
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm: 604.591.4152 After hours: 604.591.4431
Emergency – BC Hydro: 1.888.769.3766
Emergency – Fortis BC: 1.800.663.9911 (24-hour Emergency Line)
Emergency - Telus 604.310.2255
BHP Project Manager: TBD
BHP EHS Manager: TBD
Site Supervisor: TBD
Site Foreman: TBD
Tri-Arrow Industrial Response (Third party) 604.682.2751
Tervita Corporation Emergency Response (Third party) (Richmond)
604.214.7000
Safety-Kleen Emergency Response (Third party) 1.888.375.5336
Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC)
604.294.9116 1.855.294.9116
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX B Hemmera Basic Spill Kit Requirements - 2 - February 2018
Fraser Surrey Docks Emergency Response Plan Contact Lists (TO BE UPDATED PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION)
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX B Hemmera Basic Spill Kit Requirements - 3 - February 2018
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX B Hemmera Basic Spill Kit Requirements - 4 - February 2018
APPENDIX C Draft Hazardous Materials Inventory
(TO BE UPDATED PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION)
Note: BHP is unlikely to keep hazardous materials onsite- it will be limited to petroleum/diesel and oil
products from vehicles/generators/drives
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX C Hemmera Emergency Contact List - 1 - February 2018
APPENDIX C – DRAFT HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INVENTORY (TO BE UPDATED PRIOR TO START OF CONSTRUCTION)
Chemical Name Manufacturer CAS Number
Quantity (L)
SDS Available
Location on Site
Container Type
Maximum Container
Size
Secondary Containment
(Y/N)
APPENDIX D Basic Spill Kit Requirements
(Example)
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX D Hemmera Reportable Levels of Certain Substances - 1 - February 2018
APPENDIX D – BASIC SPILL KIT REQUIREMENTS (TO BE UPDATED PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION)
As per the Spill and Emergency Response Plan, spill kits will be available and readily accessible onsite
in the case of a spill or emergency response. It is the responsibility of the Project Site Manager, and onsite
BHP Project Manager or BHP EHS Manager to ensure that the spill kits are adequately stocked and workers
are properly trained in their use for the control and disposal of hazardous substances.
The following list is the minimum that must be maintained onsite at all times in well-marked spill kits for use
during an emergency response:
• 100 sorbent pads (for hydrocarbons)
• 50 universal sorbent pads (antifreeze and non-hazardous materials)
• 6 - 3” x 4’ sorbent booms (for hydrocarbons)
• 4 – 3” x 8’ sorbent booms (for hydrocarbons)
• 1 – 36” x 36” neoprene drain cover
• 8 – High density hazardous material disposal bags
• Nitrile gloves
• Laminated Emergency Response Instruction Sheet
• Laminated Emergency Contact List
• Laminated List of Contents
APPENDIX E Reportable Levels of Certain Substances
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX E Hemmera Incident Report Template (Example) - 1 - February 2018
APPENDIX E – REPORTABLE LEVELS OF CERTAIN SUBSTANCES
In the event of an incident onsite, the first task is to ensure that all site personnel are safe, then contain and
clean up as outlined within the SPERP. Determine the material spilled and quantity, then reference Table
for the reportable levels for various substances to the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre (1-800-
663-3456). Table 1 is from the BC Spill Reporting Regulation (B.C. Reg. 263/90)
Table 1 Reportable Levels for Certain Substances
Item Column 1
Substance Spilled Column 2
Specified Amount
1 Class 1, Explosives as defined in section 2.9 of the Federal Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulation (SOR/2017-137)
Any quantity that could pose a danger to public safety or 50 kg
2 Class 2.1, Flammable Gases, other than natural gas, as defined in section 2.14 (a) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
10 kg
3 Class 2.2 Non-flammable and Non-toxic Gases as defined in section 2.14 (b) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
10 kg
4 Class 2.3, Toxic Gases as defined in section 2.14 (c) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137) 5 kg
5 Class 3, Flammable Liquids as defined in section 2.18 of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137) 100 L
6 Class 4, Flammable Solids as defined in section 2.20 of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137) 25 kg
7 Class 5.1, Oxidizing Substances as defined in section 2.24 (a) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
50 kg or 50 L
8 Class 5.2, Organic Peroxides as defined in section 2.24 (b) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
1 kg or 1 L
9 Class 6.1, Toxic Substances as defined in section 2.27 (a) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
5 kg or 5 L
10 Class 6.2, Infectious Substances as defined in section 2.27 (b) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a danger to public safety or the environment
11 Class 7, Radioactive Materials as defined in section 2.37 of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Any quantity that could pose a danger to public safety and an emission level greater than the emission level established in section 20 of the Packaging and Transport of Nuclear Substances Regulations (SOR/2015-145)
12 Class 8, Corrosives as defined in section 2.40 of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137) 5 kg or 5 L
13 Class 9, Miscellaneous Products, Substances or Organisms as defined in section 2.43 of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
25 kg or 25 L
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX E Hemmera Incident Report Template (Example) - 2 - February 2018
Item Column 1
Substance Spilled Column 2
Specified Amount
14 Waste containing dioxin as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a danger to public safety or the environment
15 Leachable Toxic Waste as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88) 25 kg or 25 L
16 Waste containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PCBs) as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
5 kg or 5 L
17 Waste Asbestos as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg. 63/2009) 50 kg
18 Waste oil as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88) 100 L
19 Waste containing a pest control product as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
5 kg or 5 L
20 PCB wastes as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88) 25 kg or 25 L
21 Waste containing tetrachloroethylene as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
50 kg or 50 L
22 Biomedical Waste as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a danger to public safety or the environment
23 A hazardous waste as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88) and not covered under items 1 – 22
25 kg or 25 L
24 A substance not covered by items 1 to 23 that can cause pollution 200 kg or 200 L
25 Natural gas 10 kg, if there is a breakage in a pipeline or fitting operated above 100 psi that results in a sudden and uncontrolled release of natural gas
APPENDIX F Incident Report Template (Example)
and Emergency Action Checklist (Example)
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX F Hemmera Emergency Action Checklist - 1 - February 2018
APPENDIX F – ENVIRONMENTAL INCIDENT REPORT TEMPLATE (I.E., SPILLS) (TO BE UPDATED PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION)
A REPORT DATE (MM-DD-YYYY) REPORT TIME: ORIGINAL SPILL REPORT, OR
UPDATE #_____ TO THE ORIGINAL SPILL REPORT B INCIDENT DATE (MM-DD-
YYYY) INCIDENT TIME:
C
SPILL LOCATION DESCRIPTION AND SURROUDNINGS: WEATHER CONDITIONS AT TIME OF SPILL:
ADDRESS:
CITY: PROVINCE:
D REPORTED BY: REPORTED TO:
E RESPONSIBLE PARTY (IF KNOWN): RESPONSIBLE PARTY ADDRESS:
F ANY CONTRACTORS INVOLVED: CONTRACTOR ADDRESS:
G PRODUCT SPILLED: QUANTITY SPILLED: U.N. NUMBER:
SECONDARY PRODUCT SPILLED: QUANTITY SPILLED: U.N. NUMBER:
H SPILL SOURCE: SPILL CAUSE: AREA OF CONTAMINATION IN SQUARE METRES:
I FACTORS AFFECTING SPILL OR RECOVERY:
DESCRIBE ANY ASSISTANCE REQUIRED:
HAZARDS TO PERSONS, PROPERTY OR ENVIRONEMNT:
J ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, COMMENTS, ACTIONS PROPOSED OR TAKEN TO CONTAIN, RECOVER, OR DISPOSE OF SPILLED PRODUCT AND CONTAMINATED MATERIALS:
K
REPORTABLE QUANTITY:
YES NO
REPORTED BY: POSITION: DATE AND TIME:
AGENCIES REPORTED TO (MM-DD-YYYY):
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX F Hemmera Emergency Action Checklist - 2 - February 2018
APPENDIX F – EMERGENCY ACTION CHECKLIST (TO BE UPDATED PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION)
The Emergency Action Checklist is a tool to assist the site personnel in the event of an emergency
response. The list helps to organise the Emergency Management and Response Plan for each incident
onsite. The Emergency Action Checklist provided below in Table A is an example referenced from the
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, and can be customised for each response.
Table A Emergency Action Checklist
Element Documented
Functional Ability Proven Comments
Yes No Yes No
Statement of policy is provided on emergency response
Plan has been given appropriate authority by highest management level
Plan is distributed to all that need to know
Plan establishes the emergency organisation
The authority to declare a full evacuation is designated
The authority is designated to declare the emergency is over
All response personnel are medically fit to perform their duties
The following functions have been clearly defined and assigned to individuals:
- Plan administration
- Operational control
- Coordination of support
- Plan maintenance
- Regular risk assessment
- Training
- Drills and exercises
- Maintenance of equipment
- Specific response functions
- Coordination of off site plans
Alternates for all key positions exist
Plan is based on risk assessment
Plan provides for annual drills and exercises
Plan establishes various levels of emergencies with levels of response
Plan includes basic elements:
- Evacuation procedures
- Shutdown procedures
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX F Hemmera Emergency Action Checklist - 3 - February 2018
Element Documented
Functional Ability Proven Comments
Yes No Yes No
- Employee roll call procedures
- Rescue and medical duties
- Reporting procedures
- Fire prevention plan
All types of risks are considered:
- Natural
- Man-made
- Civil disorders
All hazardous materials are listed
Assessment includes adverse impact offsite
Comprehensive accident investigation procedures exist
Good housekeeping procedures exist
Procedures exist for inspection or testing of critical equipment
Procedures call for the review of all new processes and equipment for compliance with:
- Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, BC Reg. 296/97
- National Fire Code of Canada
- National Electrical Code
- Environmental Protection Act, 1999 SC 1999, c. 33
- Other applicable legal requirements
Fire protection equipment is inspected per Fire Code
Contractors are briefed about Emergency Response Plans
The plan establishes a command post and ensures:
- Command post locations provide protection from hazards
- The command post is adequately equipped
- Provisions have been made for emergency power, light, utilities, etc.
Plan provides for emergency response training and covers the following:
- Emergency response training is based on specific hazards and response duties
- Testing of knowledge and skills is required
- Plan specifies type and frequency of training for each response function
- Adequate training records are kept
- Minimum training levels are defined
- Training of first aid responders complies with standards
A current inventory list of all equipment and supplies exists:
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX F Hemmera Emergency Action Checklist - 4 - February 2018
Element Documented
Functional Ability Proven Comments
Yes No Yes No
- Maintenance and decontamination procedures are included
- Equipment is tested as specified by the manufacturer
- Equipment and supply needs are reviewed when changes occur
- Contact lists for suppliers of emergency equipment and supplies maintained, updated, and readily available
- Respiratory equipment selection, use, and maintenance comply with current standard
Mutual aid agreements are in place:
- Call lists and letters of agreement are up to date
- Drills involving mutual aid have been held
- Capabilities of community organisations have been reviewed and considered
Communication procedures include:
- Telephone
- Two-way radios
- Intercom
- Runners
- Emergency numbers are posted at telephones
Effective detection systems are installed, such as:
- Smoke detectors
- Heat detectors
- Remote substance monitors
- Leak detectors
- Process control alarms
Detection devices undergo regular testing, inspection, maintenance, and calibration
Regular tests of the alarm systems are conducted
Evacuation details involve:
- At least two evacuation routes exist from each area
- All emergency exits are properly marked
- All employees are instructed in evacuation procedures
- Maps and procedures are posted
- Assembly areas consider safe distances
- All employees and visitors can be accounted for
- Procedures address special needs of person(s) with disabilities
- Temporary shelter or transportation is considered
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Element Documented
Functional Ability Proven Comments
Yes No Yes No
- The security function is defined
- Facility access is controlled during an emergency
- Traffic control has been considered
- Pilferage and theft have been considered
- High security risk areas have been identified
- There are physical security devices
The plan includes media relations before, during and after the emergency:
- Public information documents exist
- Those dealing with the media/public are trained
- Contacts with the media are established and maintained
- Media information is reviewed annually and updated
- Procedures control the release of information to the public during an emergency
- Names and information regarding the injured are restricted
- Regular media releases are made during an emergency
Other:
- Emergency shutdown procedures exist
- Responsibility for shutdown is assigned
- Procedures and checklists have been developed
- Diagrams and maps indicating critical components are available
- All critical components are clearly identified
- Persons with special technological knowledge are available to emergency personnel
- An alternative location for continuing operations management is identified
- Resource list has been developed for sources of equipment, supplies, services, or contractors
- Agreements have been made with other facilities to continue production of products
- Procedures are adequate to document all compensable losses
- Procedures provide for preserving the accident scene for investigations
- A safety plan is required prior to re-entry into affected areas