Spill Prevention Emergency Response Plan
Spill Prevention Emergency Response Plan
Spill Prevention Emergency Response Plan
Revision 0
February 2018
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
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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.
• 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.
• 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
1.0 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................. 1
REFUELING ......................................................................................................................... 11
SIRENS ............................................................................................................................... 18
List of Tables
Table 2-1 Petroleum, Oil, and Hazardous Materials Storage (To Be Updated as Required) ........... 11
List of Figures
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 F Incident Report Template (Example) & Emergency Action Checklist (Example)
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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
Definition
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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.
• Minimise impacts to human health, safety, environment, and property in the event of an emergency.
• 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.
• 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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• 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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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
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.
Crisis/Emergency
Management Team
BHP Head Office
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.
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.
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:
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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.
• 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.
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:
• 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).
• Support site personnel in responding to incidents, and acquire additional assistance if required.
• Follow all guidelines and regulations for disposal of spilled materials, affected debris, and
contaminated soil and water as established by appropriate government agencies.
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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• 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.
• Follow all guidelines and regulations for disposal of spilled materials, affected debris, and
contaminated soil and water as established by appropriate government agencies.
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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• 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.
• Be familiar with spill prevention, containment, and cleanup as outlined in the plan.
• 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.
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:
• Name of caller and phone local where the call is being placed.
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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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 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 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.
• 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).
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)
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
• Refuel vehicles and mobile equipment in an area away from the general work area and from any
source of ignition.
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.
• 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 bunkering 1 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 hydrophobic 2 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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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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.
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.
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:
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).
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.
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.
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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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
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:
• Review of procedures
• Employee interviews
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.
• Cover the nose and mouth with a shirt or piece of material and try to breathe through it.
• 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.
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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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.
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).
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
• 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.
• 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.
• Wait to be rescued if downed power lines are blocking movement or safe exit from the site.
• 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.
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.
Response procedures for other types of emergencies are provided in the following sections of Appendix A:
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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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:
• Identify corrective actions and related mitigation measures to prevent the spill from occurring again.
A Lead ERC will conduct the incident investigation, and will document answers to the following:
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:
• Work resulting in direct harm or death to wildlife, including birds, terrestrial or marine mammals, or
fish (adverse wildlife human interaction)
• Flooding or earthquake
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:
• Internal and external communication networks and required spill reporting and notification
procedures
• Dealing with seasonal and adverse weather conditions in the context of spill response
• Properties of hazardous materials that are handled, stored, and used onsite (i.e., WHMIS 2015)
• Flood protocols
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:
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:
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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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 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.
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:
• Secondary containment
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.
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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.
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
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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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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:
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:
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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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
The Health and Safety Management Department share the EPM responsibilities for
overseeing the maintenance of the ERP.
The ERCs are a group of Operations personnel trained in 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.
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 is on-duty whenever there are more than eleven workers on-site,
including Security staff.
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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.
Indicates those employees designated within this ERP as responsible for responding to an
emergency.
Indicates the corporation, its officers and employees, and all associated facilities.
FSD Site:
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.
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.
The person(s) responsible to develop and manage FSD’s Security Plan in accordance
with Transport Canada.
Marsec:
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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.
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.
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.
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:
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:
a) Dangerous Goods that are no longer used for their original purpose, including
those that are:
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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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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(604) 666-2739
General info and 1-800-663-3456
Environmental Protection Service reporting for an
Canada emergency pollution
incident
Environmental 1-800-889-8852 (604) 666-0384
Fisheries and Oceans Emergency Response
General Inquiries
Employment and Social (Land) Occupational 1-800-641-4049
Development Canada (ESDC) Health and Safety
(Marine) Occupational 1-250-363-6333
Health and Safety via
Transport Canada Marine Communications
and Traffic Services
(MCTS)
Pacific Pilotage Authority General Office Dispatch (604) 666-6776 (604) 666-6771
Canadian Nuclear Safety Duty Officer 1-613-995-0479
Commission
Transport Canada
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Ministry of Health
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1.1 PROCEDURES
2. Using a phone dial 911 and request an Ambulance, the Fire Department, and/or
the Police.
4. Always contact Security (Local 213 or 235) and transmit the following
information:
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.
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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Emergency
11060 Elevator Road
Information Form
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7 Date: Time:
Phone 604-581-2233,
Fax 604-581-6488
Description of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Location of Emergency:
Status of Response:
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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.
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.
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:
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).
The computer wardens can complete this remotely if the emergency situation warrants it.
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In the event that an evacuation is required, the wardens are responsible for evacuating
buildings and areas. The following procedures should be completed:
Marshalling Area:
Special Instructions:
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
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DATE: TIME:
PRESENT ABSENT
IT Department: COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
3 Matthew PEDERSEN PP# 78320
4 Keith LECLERC PP#
5 Nazario BARRIGA PP#
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
PRESENT ABSENT
Diesel Shop-HD Mechanics COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
3 Jon LESLIE PP#
4 Darrin OTSIG PP#
5 James SHARMA PP#
6 John FORSBERG PP#
7 Lorenz BRUGGER PP#
8 Robert LEE PP#
9 Ted KORMOSI PP#
10 Tom MEREDITH PP#
11 Dean CUSICK PP#
12 Clint HOLOWATY PP#
13 Chad HOMEWOOD PP#
14 Gordon MAVOR PP#
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
PRESENT ABSENT
Level 3 COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
1 Jeff SCOTT PP# 77264
2 Leonard COX PP# 78256
4 Jill BUCHANAN PP# 77267
5 Bill WEHNERT PP# 19210
6 David MARTIN PP# 71173
7 Ed WONG PP#
8 Alisa SAHBAZ PP#
9 Darlene LYNCH PP#
10 Trish FACTOR PP#
PRESENT ABSENT
Level 2 COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
8 Jurgen FRANKE PP# 77259
9 Andre EKKART PP#
10 Debbie EINERSON PP#
11 Nelly FRANCOIS PP#
12 Maria NOORT PP#
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1.8.1 PROCEDURES
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The PIR or designate can issue a press release using the Press Release Form below:
Location of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Agencies Responding:
Environment Canada Port Metro Vancouver
Status of Response:
Future Actions:
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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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Status of Response:
Special Requests:
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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).
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.
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.
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.
3. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
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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.
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.
2. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
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.
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.
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:
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 A fires consist of ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, fabric, and most
kinds of trash.
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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.
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.
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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.
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:
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
2. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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4.1 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.
Minimize the damage and danger that could affect employees, property, and the
environment in the event of a spill; and,
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.
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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:
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).
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.
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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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.
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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.
4.5.1.1 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).
Notify necessary FSD personnel and external parties as per the contact information listed
below.
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2. Lead ERC
3. Security
1. Get the appropriate MSDS and determine all the associated hazards.
3. Stop the source of the release; if possible, by closing valves, standing drums upright,
etc.
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.
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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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.
7. The Lead ERC will fill out the Chemical / Dangerous Goods Emergency
Response Statement.
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).
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Notify necessary FSD personnel and external parties as per the contact information listed
below.
3. Security
3. Stop the source of the release; if possible, by closing valves, standing drums upright,
etc.
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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7. If a vessel is alongside, inform the vessel of the spill and request assistance from
vessel personnel.
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.
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.
5. If further storage tank capacity is required, A&A Anderson Tank Service (604-
277-1628) can provide a pump truck.
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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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.
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Item
Substance spilled Specified amount
Class 1, Explosives as defined in section 2.9 of the Any quantity that could pose a danger to
1
Federal Regulations public safety or 50 kg
Class 2.1, Flammable Gases, other than natural gas, as 10 kg
2 defined in section 2.14 (a) of the Federal Regulations
Class 2.2 Non-Flammable and Non-Toxic Gases as 10 kg
3 defined in section 2.14 (b) of the Federal Regulations
Class 2.3, Toxic Gases as defined in section 2.14 (c) 5 kg
4 of the Federal Regulations
Class 3, Flammable Liquids as defined in section 2.18 100 L
5 of the Federal Regulations
Class 4, Flammable Solids as defined in section 2.20 25 kg
6 of the Federal Regulations
Class 5.1, Oxidizing Substances as defined in section 50 kg or 50 L
7 2.24 (a) of the Federal Regulations
Class 5.2, Organic Peroxides as defined in section 1 kg or 1 L
8 2.24 (b) of the Federal Regulations
Class 6.1, Toxic Substances as defined in section 2.27 5 kg or 5 L
9 (a) of the Federal Regulations
Class 6.2, Infectious Substances as defined in section 1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a
10 2.27 (b) of the Federal Regulations danger to public safety or the environment
Class 7, Radioactive Materials as defined in section Any quantity that could pose a danger to
2.37 of the Federal Regulations public safety and an emission level greater
11 than the emission level established in
section 20 of the "Packaging and Transport
of Nuclear Substances Regulations"
Class 8, Corrosives as defined in section 2.40 of the 5 kg or 5 L
12 Federal Regulations
Class 9, Miscellaneous Products, Substances or 25 kg or 25 L
13 Organisms as defined in section 2.43 of the Federal
Regulations
waste containing dioxin as defined in section 1 of the 1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a
14 Hazardous Waste Regulation danger to public safety or the environment
leachable toxic waste as defined in section 1 of the 25 kg or 25 L
15 Hazardous Waste Regulation
waste containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons as 5 kg or 5 L
16 defined in section 1 of the hazardous Waste
Regulation
waste asbestos as defined in section 1 of the 50 kg
17 Hazardous Waste Regulation
waste oil as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous 100 L
18
Waste Regulation
waste containing a pest control product as defined in 5 kg or 5 L
19 section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation
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Spill containment and cleaning equipment can be found grouped together in Spill Kits
and in the ERV.
Spill Kits
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Floor Dry
Absorbs water or oil
o Location: ERV, Diesel Shop, Shed 5
Absorbent Socks
Absorbs petroleum and oil products
o Location: ERV
Sandbags
o Location: Spill Kits, Diesel Shop, Shed 5
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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2. Follow procedures outlined within vessels Spill Response Plan if applicable to the
situation.
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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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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5.1 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.
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.
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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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.
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.
1. The person(s) identifying the gas leak should immediately call the Lead ERC on
Channel 8 or at 604-582-2224.
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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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.
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.
3. The person(s) should call 911 and request the Surrey Fire Department if possible.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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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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.
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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.
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:
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.
NOTE:
It is the responsibility of FSDERT to check all buildings and machinery for safety
prior to work recommencing on the FSD site.
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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.
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.
1. Turn off all machinery and air supplies, and level all equipment as much as
possible, if it is safe to do so.
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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.
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.
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.
13.5.1 STRATEGY
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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:
COMPLETION
# ITEMS ACTION
DATE
A quantity of 24 blocks have already been ordered
Concrete and delivered. If further blocks are required,
1 April 20th
lock blocks maintenance will temporary relocate ones used
throughout the yard
Will be utilized beneath and over the lock blocks to Expected to have on
2 Poly
help create a seamless dyke. On order site by May the 2nd.
Will be dumping 4 to 5 cubes in behind berth 10.
Laborers will be ordered to fill sand bags and place Expected to have on
3 Sand
on pallets. Currently the carpenter is filling sandbags site by May the 2nd.
when he has a spare moment.
There are approx. 750 smaller burlap sacks on hand.
Expected to have on
4 Sand bags Plastic liners will be ordered to augment sacks. More
site by May the 2nd.
sacks will be ordered.
Six small sump pumps will be purchased/rented.
Expected to have on
5 Sump pumps These will be used in the cable trenches in high risk
site by May the 2nd.
substations and other buildings.
Duct filler
Play-doe type compound and oil based tape that will Expected to have on
6 and Denso
be used to "seal" conduits in all high risk substations. site by May the 2nd.
Tape
Will be order once the sand and the sacks are on
7 Laborers
hand.
Will order 10 pairs of rubber boots to be stored at
8 Boots MP
Pacific Rim
Traffic Additional traffic pylons will be ordered from
9 IP
Pylons Empire Signs
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Estimated
water
level
Point of Level
# Area Mitigating Actions based on
Ingress of Risk
200 year
flood at
3.7m
One of two mitigating actions
Shed Four, will be carried out, both by the
main gate, City of Surrey. 1) A temporary
main gate dam will be set up across
security kiosk, Robson road and rail. This will
1) Gunderson
Main gate, achieve zero flood protection
Slough via
foreman's for the area or 2) Alaska way
Alaska way.
lunchroom, will be built up approx. 1m in
2) Berth 2 18" Expect
washrooms, height to act as a dike. Also a
storm sewer levels in
executive temporary dam will be in place
1 outlets. High low lying
offices, steel joining the retaining wall
3) Gunderson areas of up
cashiers office, behind shed four to the Alaska
slough 30" 500mm
steel gate, way dike. This will close off
storm sewer
Alaska Way, the main gate, steel gate and
outfall with
Parking lots, rail. This will minimize the
flapper valve.
rail, and volume of water in the area, as
approximately it will only close off the path of
half of the water from Gunderson Slough.
break bulk area. FRPA ensuring all flapper
valves are in functioning order.
Sub 3 –
services shed 4, 1) Gunderson
executive Slough via
Door and any other potential
building, Alaska way.
areas of ingress will be Expect
Foreman's 2) Berth 2 18"
sandbagged. Conduits will be levels in
lunchroom, storm sewer
2 High stuffed with filler and sump low lying
washrooms, outlets.
pump will be located within. areas of up
both Cashier's 3) Gunderson
FRPA ensuring all flapper 500mm
office, Steel Slough 30"
valves are in functioning order.
and main gate, outfall with
Security kiosk, flapper valve.
low mast lights
1) Gunderson
Slough via None, although if action plan
Expect
Rail behind Alaska way. #2 from above is put in place,
3 High levels of
Shed 2 2) Berth 2 18" the volume of water will be
up 500mm
storm sewer reduced.
outlets.
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Berths 2, 3 and
Berths 2,3 and 4, and Expect
Med to
4 4 predominately None. levels of
High
from wave up 300mm
action.
A temporary dike utilizing the
lock blocks, poly and sand bags
Berths 2, 3 and
will be constructed around the
4, and Expect
Shed 1 first water-side shed one protecting
5 predominately Med levels of
floor the first aid and main door.
from wave up 100mm
Sub 0 door will be sand bagged
action.
and conduits filled with duct
filler.
None. However, a temporary
dike utilizing the lock blocks,
1) Berths 2, 3 poly and sand bags will be
BB area and and 4, wave constructed from the south east
Expect
rail between action, and corner of shed two (transformer
6 High levels of
Shed 1, Shed 2 2) 24" storm compound), across the rail to
up 500mm
and Titan sewer off of titan's fence. This will avoid
berth 5. water from this area flowing
towards the container yard,
shed 5 and Cafeteria area.
1) Berths 2, 3,
4 and 5
2) wave action
3) 24" storm Not
7 Shed 2 sewer off of Low None expected to
berth 5 and 8" flood.
storm sewers
under berths 7,
8 and 9.
A temporary dike utilizing the
lock blocks, poly and sand bags
1) Berths 2, 3 will be constructed from the
and 4, wave south east corner of shed two
Not
action, and 2) (transformer compound),
8 Shed 5 Low expected to
24" storm across the rail to titan's fence.
flood.
sewer off of This will avoid water from this
berth 5. area flowing towards the
container yard, shed 5 and
Cafeteria area.
1) Berths 2, 3 A temporary dike utilizing the
and 4 lock blocks, poly and sand bags
Cafeteria and
9 2) Wave Low will be constructed from the Negligible
training trailer
action, and 3) south east corner of shed two
24" storm (transformer compound),
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some volume
from Robson
road as well
1) Berths 2, 3
and 4 Doors and any other potential
Sub Station 1 – 2) Wave areas of ingress will be Not
14 services sub 2, action, and 3) Low sandbagged. Conduits will be expected to
3, 4 and 5. 24" storm stuffed with filler and sump flood.
sewer off of pump will be located within.
berth 5.
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
Doors and any other potential
Substation 2 – storm sewers
areas of ingress will be Not
services cranes (with flapper
15 Low sandbagged. Conduits will be expected to
2 and 3 and sub valves); one
stuffed with filler and sump flood.
6. located at the
pump will be located within.
bottom end of
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
1) Berths 2, 3
Sub Station 1 and 4
Currently protected by a curb
transformer 2) Wave Expect
and concrete blocks.
16 compound – action, and 3) Medium levels of
Protection will be enhanced
main 12kV feed 24" storm up 200mm
with sandbags.
to sub 1 sewer off of
berth 5.
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
3) Two 24"
Expect
storm sewers
varying
(with flapper
non-
valves); one FRPA ensuring all flapper
17 Container yard Low hazardous
located at the valves are in functioning order.
levels in
bottom end of
low lying
seven and the
areas
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
4) Possibly
some volume
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from Robson
Road as well.
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side Expect
3) Two 24" none to
storm sewers varying
Shed 6 and (with flapper FRPA ensuring all flapper non-
18 Low
Customs valves); one valves are in functioning order. hazardous
located at the levels in
bottom end of low lying
seven and the areas
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
1) Berths 7, 8
Expect to
and 9
varying
2) area 10
non-
water side
hazardous
3) Two 24"
water
storm sewers
levels in
Berths 7,8, 9 (with flapper FRPA ensuring all flapper
19 Low low lying
and 10 valves); one valves are in functioning order.
areas,
located at the
particularly
bottom end of
directly
seven and the
behind the
other on the
berths near
bottom end of
the rail.
nine.
1) Berths 7, 8
and 9
2) area 10
water side
FRPA ensuring all flapper
Sub 6 – 3) Two 24"
valves are in functioning order.
services berth storm sewers Expect
Doors and any other potential
face utilities, (with flapper basement
20 Low areas of ingress will be
High Mast valves); one of sub to
sandbagged. Conduits will be
lights and located at the flood.
stuffed with filler and sump
Matson Tower bottom end of
pump will be located within.
seven and the
other on the
bottom end of
nine.
1) Berths 7, 8 FRPA ensuring all flapper Expect
Sub 5A mid
21 and 9 Low valves are in functioning order. basement
Container yard.
2) area 10 Doors and any other potential of sub to
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4) Possibly
some volume
from Robson
Road as well.
Expect
FRPA ensuring all flapper
1) Manson none to
valves are in functioning order.
Canal, varying
Sub 8 – Doors and any other potential
2) Sylvan non-
28 services shed 6 Low areas of ingress will be
3) Dock Road, hazardous
and customs sandbagged. Conduits will be
and levels in
stuffed with filler and sump
4) Area 10 low lying
pump will be located within.
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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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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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
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.
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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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.
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:
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.
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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2. Keep doors and windows closed and turn off fans and air conditioning.
4. Do not allow personnel to call family and friends, as this might tie up telephone
lines required for an emergency.
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.
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:
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Increases in Security from MARSEC 2 to MARSEC 3 will include (but not limited to)
the following:
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APPENDIX I
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APPENDIX II
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DATE: TIME:
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DATE: TIME:
PRESENT ABSENT
IT Department: COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
3 Matthew PEDERSEN PP# 78320
4 Keith LECLERC PP#
5 Nazario BARRIGA PP#
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
PRESENT ABSENT
Diesel Shop-HD Mechanics COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
3 Jon LESLIE PP#
4 Darrin OTSIG PP#
5 James SHARMA PP#
6 John FORSBERG PP#
7 Lorenz BRUGGER PP#
8 Robert LEE PP#
9 Ted KORMOSI PP#
10 Tom MEREDITH PP#
11 Dean CUSICK PP#
12 Clint HOLOWATY PP#
13 Chad HOMEWOOD PP#
14 Gordon MAVOR PP#
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DATE: TIME:
INCIDENT:
PRESENT ABSENT
Level 3 COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
1 Jeff SCOTT PP# 77264
2 Leonard COX PP# 78256
4 Jill BUCHANAN PP# 77267
5 Bill WEHNERT PP# 19210
6 David MARTIN PP# 71173
7 Ed WONG PP#
8 Alisa SAHBAZ PP#
9 Darlene LYNCH PP#
10 Trish FACTOR PP#
PRESENT ABSENT
Level 2 COMMENTS
(√ ) (X)
8 Jurgen FRANKE PP# 77259
9 Andre EKKART PP#
10 Debbie EINERSON PP#
11 Nelly FRANCOIS PP#
12 Maria NOORT PP#
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Emergency
11060 Elevator Road
Information Form
Surrey, BC, V3V 2R7 Date: Time:
Phone 604-581-2233,
Fax 604-581-6488
Description of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Location of Emergency:
Status of Response:
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Location of Emergency:
Number/Type/Severity of Injuries:
Agencies Responding:
Environment Canada Port Metro Vancouver
Status of Response:
Future Actions:
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Status of Response:
Special Requests:
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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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AUGUST 2014
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.
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APPENDIX B
Emergency Contact List
BHP Billiton Canada Inc. APPENDIX B Hemmera
Basic Spill Kit Requirements -1- February 2018
Emergency Water Problems – City of Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm: 604.591.4152
Surrey: 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 604.214.7000
(Third party) (Richmond)
Safety-Kleen Emergency Response (Third
1.888.375.5336
party)
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
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:
• Nitrile gloves
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)
Column 1 Column 2
Item
Substance Spilled Specified Amount
Class 1, Explosives as defined in section 2.9 of the
Any quantity that could pose a danger to public
1 Federal Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
safety or 50 kg
Regulation (SOR/2017-137)
Class 2.1, Flammable Gases, other than natural gas,
2 as defined in section 2.14 (a) of the Federal TDG 10 kg
Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Class 2.2 Non-flammable and Non-toxic Gases as
3 defined in section 2.14 (b) of the Federal TDG 10 kg
Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Class 2.3, Toxic Gases as defined in section 2.14 (c)
4 5 kg
of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Class 3, Flammable Liquids as defined in section 2.18
5 100 L
of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Class 4, Flammable Solids as defined in section 2.20
6 25 kg
of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Class 5.1, Oxidizing Substances as defined in section
7 2.24 (a) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017- 50 kg or 50 L
137)
Class 5.2, Organic Peroxides as defined in section
8 2.24 (b) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017- 1 kg or 1 L
137)
Class 6.1, Toxic Substances as defined in section
9 2.27 (a) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017- 5 kg or 5 L
137)
Class 6.2, Infectious Substances as defined in section
1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a danger
10 2.27 (b) of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-
to public safety or the environment
137)
Any quantity that could pose a danger to public
safety and an emission level greater than the
Class 7, Radioactive Materials as defined in section
11 emission level established in section 20 of the
2.37 of the Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Packaging and Transport of Nuclear
Substances Regulations (SOR/2015-145)
Class 8, Corrosives as defined in section 2.40 of the
12 5 kg or 5 L
Federal TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
Class 9, Miscellaneous Products, Substances or
13 Organisms as defined in section 2.43 of the Federal 25 kg or 25 L
TDG Regulations (SOR/2017-137)
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Incident Report Template (Example) -2- February 2018
Column 1 Column 2
Item
Substance Spilled Specified Amount
Waste containing dioxin as defined in section 1 of the 1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a danger
14
Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88) to public safety or the environment
Leachable Toxic Waste as defined in section 1 of the
15 25 kg or 25 L
Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
Waste containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
16 (PCBs) as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous 5 kg or 5 L
Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
Waste Asbestos as defined in section 1 of the
17 50 kg
Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg. 63/2009)
Waste oil as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous
18 100 L
Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
Waste containing a pest control product as defined in
19 section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC 5 kg or 5 L
Reg 63/88)
PCB wastes as defined in section 1 of the Hazardous
20 25 kg or 25 L
Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88)
Waste containing tetrachloroethylene as defined in
21 section 1 of the Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC 50 kg or 50 L
Reg 63/88)
Biomedical Waste as defined in section 1 of the 1 kg or 1 L, or less if the waste poses a danger
22
Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88) to public safety or the environment
A hazardous waste as defined in section 1 of the
23 Hazardous Waste Regulation (BC Reg 63/88) and not 25 kg or 25 L
covered under items 1 – 22
A substance not covered by items 1 to 23 that can
24 200 kg or 200 L
cause pollution
10 kg, if there is a breakage in a pipeline or
25 Natural gas 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
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.
Functional
Documented Ability
Element 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
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Functional
Documented Ability
Element 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:
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Functional
Documented Ability
Element 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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Functional
Documented Ability
Element 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